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Field Of Light Don’t miss this once-in-a lifetime global art experience.

‘Field of Light’ is an incredible art installation on display for only one year. Internationally acclaimed artist Bruce Munro and his team will install over 50,000 stems crowned with frosted-glass spheres. As darkness envelopes the area the spheres will bloom, casting a spiritual glow over this sacred place.

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Dive into the Great Barrier Reef Board a sailing catamaran for an exciting excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. During the excursion you can choose to explore the shores of this small sand island on the outer reef; or, perhaps you would prefer snorkeling to see the vibrant sea life up close.

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Uluru, Australia

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COLLETTE EXPERIENCES • Join members of the Kuku Yalanji tribe to learn about their way of life.

• Meet the young Aboriginal group, Drum Atweme.

• Take a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House – an architectural wonder.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS • Discover the origins of the Aboriginal people on a “Dreamtime Tour.”

• Explore the Great Barrier Reef along Michaelmas Cay. • Stay three nights in the energetic and cosmopolitan city of Sydney.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS • 30 meals included: 18 (B) • 2 (L) • 10 (D) • A New Zealand family welcomes you in their home for dinner.

• Take in the sights during a delightful dinner cruise of Sydney Harbour.

• Witness Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset while you sip champagne.

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FROM THE OUTBACK to THE GLACIERS ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS For complete inclusions go to gocollette.com Day 1 – Day 2: Depart from Home Cross the International Dateline and begin the adventure of a lifetime by skipping a day ahead.

Day 3: Cairns, Australia - Tour begins in Cairns. (D) Day 4: Great Barrier Reef Board a sailing catamaran for an exciting excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. The choice is yours: during the excursion you can choose to explore the shores of this small sand island on the outer reef; or, perhaps you would prefer snorkeling to see the vibrant sea life up close. Back on board, a marine biologist will have an informative presentation. (B, L) Day 5: Cairns - Mossman Gorge - Cairns Today you journey north to the ancient Daintree Rainforest. At beautiful Mossman Gorge, members of the Yalanji tribe, the original Aboriginal people of the area, will introduce you to their traditional lifestyle. (B, D) Day 6: Cairns - Melbourne Fly to the beautiful Victorian city of Melbourne. (B) Day 7: Melbourne Today’s tour of Melbourne features Fitzroy Gardens, valued for their historic and horticultural significance, and the bustling Victoria Market. Later, you may participate in an optional tour that travels to Phillip Island, a renowned nature reserve and home of the world’s largest colony of Little Penguins. (B) Day 8: Melbourne - Alice Springs Leave the bustling city of Melbourne behind for the vast landscapes of the Outback. (B) Day 9: Alice Springs Access the history and culture of the Walpiri Aboriginal people during a “Dreamtime Tour” where your guide shares stories of creation and everyday Aboriginal life.

Meet the young Aboriginal group, Drum Atweme.

Supported by the Collette Foundation, Drum Atweme is a musical group comprised of at-risk youth from the local community. Continue your cultural immersion with a memorable bush dinner. (B, D) Day 10: Alice Springs - Uluru Tour the Old Telegraph Station and Anzac Hill with its excellent views of Alice Springs. Drive to Uluru

(the Aboriginal name for Ayers Rock) in the heart of the Outback. Tour Kata Tjuta and the base of “the Rock.” Witness the changing colors of Uluru at sunset accompanied by a champagne toast. (B) Day 11: Uluru - Sydney Enjoy dinner in Sydney’s Darling Harbour restaurant area. (B,D) Day 12: Sydney See where the original English colonists first settled in 1788 during a city tour of Sydney. Discover one of the world’s most fascinating architectural sights as you take a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House. (B) Day 13: Sydney Visit Koala Park for an up close and personal opportunity to learn about the different types of native wildlife. Return to the city for an afternoon at leisure. Embark on a delightful dinner cruise of Sydney Harbour.

Marvel at the scenic vistas the harbour has to offer including Sydney’s magnificent skyline and iconic attractions: the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. (B, D) Day 14: Sydney - Christchurch, New Zealand Fly to the historic city of Christchurch. See firsthand how the “Garden City” is recreating itself during a sightseeing tour. (B, D) Day 15: Christchurch - Franz Josef Glacier Take in the marvelous snowcapped peaks and river gorges during your travels across the Southern Alps. You will end your day in the Franz Josef Glacier Region which offers travelers a rare opportunity to experience a living glacial landscape in a temperate environment. (B, D) Day 16: Franz Josef - Queenstown Opt to see this beautiful glacier region from a bird’s-eye view during a flightseeing tour. En route to Queenstown, watch as the amazing landscape unfolds before your eyes as you pass through the rainforest, bordered by the Southern Alps and the twisting coastline. After crossing the Haast Pass, arrive in Queenstown. (B, D) Day 17: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown During a cruise of the beautiful Milford Sound you will see why this fjord is one of the most visited sights on the South Island. (B, L)

from $4,849* 21 days • 30 meals Day 18: Queenstown Queenstown offers limitless diversions set amidst breathtaking Alpine scenery. Shop in the charming village center or enjoy an optional and exhilarating jet boat ride on the Shotover River. (B) Day 19: Queenstown - Mt. Cook Region Travel to the beautiful 19th-century gold rush settlement of Arrowtown. Next, enjoy a tasting and tour at one of New Zealand’s famous wineries. Arrive in New Zealand’s most famous national park, Mt. Cook. (B, D) Day 20: Mt. Cook - Christchurch Visit a working farm. Watch a skilled New Zealand “strong eye” sheep herding dog at work, followed by a sheep shearing demonstration. A special treat is in store for you tonight as you dine with a New Zealand family in their home. (B, D) Day 21: Christchurch - Tour Ends (B)

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Few places actually qualify as a “lost city.” Yet, Machu Picchu remained undiscovered by the Spanish Conquistadors and unknown to the outside world until 1911. Even today, as more travelers come from around the globe to experience the most spectacular sight on the South American continent, you still have a chance to see this fragile site much as the Inca did. Can you unlock Machu Picchu’s mysteries before they are lost to history?

September - November 2016

Galapagos Islands The Galapagos Islands offer a dramatic geological history and one of the world’s most remarkable collections of plant and animal life. Leave the colder weather behind and set out on a grand voyage featuring a local naturalist.

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Galapagos Islands

average of 18 guests

Begin your tour in Otavalo COLLETTE EXPERIENCES

• Travel with no more than 24 travelers on this small group tour.

• Stand at the “Middle of the World” at the Equatorial Line Monument and Museum.

• Visit the Ollantaytambo ruins, a spectacular example of Inca architecture.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS • Embark on a five-day cruise of the Galapagos Islands with a naturalist guide.

• Spend the day exploring the fabled ruins of Machu Picchu.

• Admire the giant tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS • 27 meals included: 13 (B) • 5 (L) • 9 (D) • Have dinner at the Larco Museum in Lima, housed in an 18th-century mansion.

• Savor an authentic Pachamanca dinner, where food is buried in the ground to cook.

• Enjoy a culinary demonstration at your Machu Picchu hotel.

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from $7,369* 14 days • 27 meals the Ollantaytambo ruins, a spectacular example of Inca architecture. Do as the locals do and enjoy a tasting of “chicha,” a regional drink. Later, it’s off to a local brewery to learn about their support of a local orphanage. (B) Day 11: Sacred Valley of the Incas - Machu Picchu Embark on a train ride through the Andes from Ollantaytambo to mysterious Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas”. Spend the day exploring the fabled ruins before overnighting at the base of Machu Picchu. Enjoy an exclusive culinary demonstration at dinner. (B, D)

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS For complete inclusions go to gocollette.com Day 1: Quito, Ecuador - Tour Begins Day 2: Quito Make a special visit to a Children International Community Center, supported by the Collette Foundation. Meet some of the children benefiting from nutritional support. Tour Quito’s colonial center. Cross between hemispheres at the Equatorial Line Monument and Museum at the “Middle of the World.” (B, L) Day 3: Quito - San Cristóbal Island, Galapagos - Embark Ship Fly to beautiful San Cristóbal Island, gateway to the Galapagos. After enjoying lunch aboard the m/v Galapagos Legend, arrive at the Port Baquerizo Moreno for an up-close look at the endangered tortoises. (B, L, D) Day 4: Española Island (Gardner Bay and Suarez Point) Visit Gardner Bay. Guarded by a colony of sea lions, the beach is home to Galapagos hawks.

Continue on and meander through the volcanic terrain of Suarez Point. During your nature walk, watch for blue-footed boobies. Finally, visit the spectacular Soplador blowhole. (B, L, D) Day 5: Floreana Island (Post Office Bay and Cormorant Point) Land at Post Office Bay, named for a barrel left in 1793 by Captain James Colnett as a “post office” for passing sailors. Sail to Cormorant Point and its olivine green beach.

You may spot a colony of penguins. (B, L, D) Day 6: Santa Cruz Island (Charles Darwin Research Station & Highlands) Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and see the giant tortoise breeding program. Trek through the Santa Cruz highlands. Walk inside dormant lava tubes. (B, L, D) Day 7: Daphne Island - Disembark Ship Baltra Island - Guayaquil Garner panoramic views as you circumnavigate Daphne Island and watch for marine iguanas. Fly to the city of Guayaquil. (B, D) Day 8: Guayaquil - Lima, Peru Fly to Lima.

Spend the afternoon as you choose. Perhaps you will do some shopping, visit a museum or you’ll choose to experience an optional Peruvian Paso horse exhibition, dinner and folklore show. (B) Day 9: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley of the Incas Fly to Cuzco. Descend through the Andes to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit Awana Kancha, a living museum. Stop in Pisac village to browse the handicraft market. Discover an ancient art form at Pablo Seminario Ceramic Studio. Enjoy a Pachamanca dinner. (B, D) Day 10: Ollantaytambo - Sacred Valley of the Incas Glimpse into daily life in a village. Visit

Day 12: Aguas Calientes - Cuzco Take advantage of your leisure time this morning and perhaps return to Machu Picchu on your own or explore the local markets. Return by train to the Sacred Valley and continue to Cuzco. (B) Day 13: Cuzco Explore the capital of the Inca Empire, Cuzco. On a city tour, experience the Spanish architectural legacy. Discover the Incan ruin of Sacsayhuaman Fortress. Tonight, dine at a restaurant in the Plaza de Armas. (B, D) Day 14: Cuzco - Lima - Tour Ends Fly to Lima and tour its historical center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Before transferring to the airport, complete your day with a farewell dinner at the Larco Museum, housed in an 18th-century mansion. (B, D)

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Machu Picchu

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COLLETTE EXPERIENCES • Learn centuries-old Andean textile methods at a living museum.

• Explore Peru’s markets, including the famous Pisac village market.

• Meet the indigenous Uros people of the floating islands on Lake Titicaca.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS • Venture through the Andes in a domed train to Machu Picchu.

• Spend the afternoon with a guide uncovering the mysteries of Machu Picchu.

• Discover Lima’s fascinating history during a tour of the city center.

• Visit the spectacular Ollantaytambo ruins – still inhabited today.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS • 14 meals included: 9 (B) • 5 (D) • Enjoy a culinary demonstration at your hotel at the base of Machu Picchu.

• Savor an authentic Pachamanca dinner where food is cooked in the ground.

• Taste “chicha,” a unique regional drink made from maize, at a local pub.

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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS For complete inclusions go to gocollette.com Day 1: Lima, Peru - Tour Begins Welcome to Peru.

Day 2: Lima Discover Lima’s fascinating history during a tour through the historic city center. This evening, get to know your fellow travelers at a dinner showcasing Peru’s delicious cuisine and festive entertainment.

(B, D) Day 3: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley of the Incas. Journey through the Andes to the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas, the agricultural center of their grand empire.

Learn the centuries-old methods of weaving traditional textiles during a visit to Awana Kancha, a living museum of the Peruvian Andes. Visit the Pablo Seminario Ceramic Studio. Settle in this evening at your hotel nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley.

Tonight, savor an authentic Pachamanca dinner. (B, D) Day 4: Sacred Valley of the IncasOllantaytambo-Sacred Valley of the Incas Delve into the local culture when you travel to a nearby community and interact with the locals. Visit the spectacular Ollantaytambo ruins, the only Inca settlement that has been continually inhabited since its inception. Do

as the locals do and enjoy a tasting of “chicha,” a unique regional drink made from maize, at a local pub. (B) Day 5: Sacred Valley of the Incas - Machu Picchu Climb aboard the Machu Picchu train for breathtaking views through domed windows as you ride through the Andes to the “Lost City of the Incas.” Spend the afternoon with your guide uncovering the mysteries of these majestic ruins. Tonight, stay at the base of Machu Picchu for a chance to further soak up its atmosphere. Enjoy an exclusive culinary demonstration. (B, D) Day 6: Machu Picchu - Cuzco This morning you may return to Machu Picchu on your own or explore the local markets. Return by train to the Sacred Valley and continue to Cuzco, a city that blends Inca and Spanish colonial influences. En route to Cuzco, meet Peruvian children at an orphanage supported by the Collette Foundation. (B) Day 7: Cuzco Explore the former capital of the Inca Empire during a colonial city tour.

Discover the important sacred Incan ruins of Sacsayhuaman Fortress. This afternoon you may choose to join an optional excursion to explore the enigmatic Inca terraces at Maras

from $2,949* 10 days • 14 meals and the salt mines of Moray. (B, D) Day 8: Cuzco - Puno Fly to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Ancient legends say that life began here. Have time to meet the locals and discover the history of this region as you explore the village center before checking into your lakeside hotel. Tonight enjoy an evening at leisure. (B) Day 9: Uros Floating Islands - Las Chullpas de Sillustani - Lake Titicaca The Titicaca area is the center of Incan legends. Enjoy a morning cruise to the floating islands of the Uros people of Lake Titicaca. Experience walking on the spongy surface made from compacted beds of tortora reeds and meet the locals, learning about their history and lifestyle. In the afternoon, visit mystical Chullpas de Sillustani – an archaeological area. Participate in a local home visit to gain insight into daily life. (B, D) Day 10: Puno - Lima - Tour Ends As your tour comes to a close, spend the morning relaxing on the shores of Lake Titicaca. (B)

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Gentoo Penguins

Extend Your Tour to Iguazu Falls

COLLETTE EXPERIENCES • Walk the shores of Roca Lake once home to the extinct Yámana people.

• Cruise into small harbors and islands in PolarCirkel excursion boats.

• Discover multitudes of curious Antarctic wildlife including seals and penguins.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS • Visit a former British base, hosting cormorants and surrounded by glaciers.

• Enjoy a Porteños tour of Buenos Aires, the “Paris of South America.”

• Embark upon a thrilling passage through Errera channel amid dramatic icebergs.

• Enter the majestic Neumayer Channel to search for Humpback and Killer whales.

• Explore Whalers Bay on Deception Island with its warm springs and black sand.

• Journey to beautiful Tierra del Fuego National Park, the “Land of Fire.”

CULINARY INCLUSIONS • 42 meals included: 16 (B) • 11(L) • 15 (D) • Enjoy a dinner featuring Argentine cuisine and a tango performance!

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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS For complete inclusions go to gocollette.com Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina - Tour Begins Arrive in Buenos Aires. View Avenida 9 de Julio; the Recoleta Cemetery, where “Evita” rests; the Presidential Palace; and the San Telmo barrio. (D) Day 3: Buenos Aires Today is at leisure to enjoy Buenos Aires. (B) Day 4: Buenos Aires - Ushuaia This morning, fly to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city and home of Tierra del Fuego National Park.

(B, D) Day 5: Ushuaia - Embark Ship Enjoy a morning of free time before boarding the state-of-the-art MS Fram expedition vessel.

(B, D) Day 6: The Drake Passage Cruise through the Drake Passage. Spot whales and sea birds as experts provide facts on history, biology and geology. (B, L, D) Day 7: The Drake Passage - Antarctica Arrive in Antarctica – the last great wilderness, stretching across five million square miles. Follow in the footsteps of the

great explorers and partake in a once-in-alifetime experience. (B, L, D) Day 8: Antarctica Cruise through the glacier-lined Lemaire Channel and enter the Neumayer Channel with its imposing cliffs.

Visit Half Moon Island, nesting place for chinstrap penguins. (B, L, D) Day 9: Antarctica Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include Whalers Bay, Deception Island – featuring a volcanic caldera and ruins from a 20th-century whaling station. (B, L, D) Day 10: Antarctica Travel by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include Neko Harbour, where penguins and elephant seals are often spotted; or perhaps visit Antarctic Sound & Brown Bluff. (B, L, D) Day 11: Antarctica Travel by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include Port Lockroy, a harbor and former British base surrounded by glaciers. Here you can mail home a postcard with a rare Antarctica stamp!

(B, L, D) Day 12: Antarctica Travel by PolarCirkel

boats to locations which could include Yankee Harbour, a natural safe haven for explorers who come to see the large colony of gentoo penguins. (B, L, D) Day 13: Antarctica Travel by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include Cuverville Island and Paradise Harbor.

Once on shore you will see many nesting penguins. (B, L, D) Day 14: Antarctica Continue your visits by PolarCirkel boats to locations which could include Petermann Island on the Penola Strait, a great spot for iceberg and whalespotting. Marvel at spectacular views across the channel. (B, L, D) Day 15: Antarctica - The Drake Passage Leave Antarctica, crossing the southern waters of the Drake Passage. (B, L, D) Day 16: The Drake Passage While crossing Drake Passage, enjoy discussions on the unforgettable experiences of this amazing continent. (B, L, D) Day 17: The Drake Passage - Ushuaia, Argentina - Disembark Ship - Buenos Aires Disembark the ship in Ushuaia, transfer to the airport and return to Buenos Aires. This evening, enjoy a dinner featuring Argentinian cuisine and a tango performance! (B, D) Day 18: Buenos Aires - Tour Ends (B)

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The Golden Triangle Stay dry as you explore India’s stunning Golden Triangle that connects New Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan on a map. October through March are the most comfortable months to explore its varied landscapes.

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Diwali Festival of Lights This sacred event on the Hindu calendar, the Diwali Festival, occurs in mid-October to mid-November.

The rows of clay lamps symbolize the inner light that protects each of us from spiritual darkness.

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Taj Mahal We take you to watch the sunrise at this wonder of the world. It’s amazing at anytime of year but it really shines from October to November.

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EXPLORATIONS Small Group Tour

Varanasi, India

average of 18 guests

Begin your tour in Dubai or extend your tour to Nepal COLLETTE EXPERIENCES • Travel with no more than 24 travelers on this small group tour.

• Stand in awe of the illuminated Ganga Aarti ceremony.

• Join a Hindu scholar to discuss the philosophy of Hinduism.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS • See the amazing Taj Mahal at sunrise.

• Experience two game drives in Ranthambore National Park.

• Explore Old Delhi’s narrow streets by rickshaw.

• Cruise the River Ganges and witness worshipers cleansing themselves of their sins.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS • 26 meals included: 13 (B) • 7 (L) • 6 (D) • Sit down for a home-hosted dinner and observe daily life inside the old city.

• Revel in an interactive cooking demonstration followed by dinner.

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from $2,849* 15 days • 26 meals Disembark and enjoy brunch before continuing your journey to Agra, a city rich with the splendors of the past. (B, L) Day 11: Agra Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, witnessing the first rays of sun glistening on the white marble — a truly memorable moment.

Built in the 17th century by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Visit Agra Fort, the seat of the Mughal Empire. (B) Day 12: Agra - Jhansi - Orchha - Khajuraho Board your train for Jhansi and continue to Orchha for a relaxing lunch. (B, L)

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS For complete inclusions go to gocollette.com Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Delhi, India - Tour Begins Welcome to Delhi, India’s capital city.

Day 3: New Delhi Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. Explore the narrow streets by rickshaw. Next you’ll tour New Delhi, visiting Qutub Minar. Then, visit Humayun’s tomb – a precursor to the Taj Mahal. Behold the India Gate war memorial, the Parliament and the palatial Rashtrapati Bhawan. (B, L, D) Day 4: Delhi - Udaipur Fly to Udaipur, your gateway to Rajasthan, where chivalrous tales come to life at forts and palaces. Settle into your hotel, a carefully restored palace. (B, D) Day 5: Udaipur Participate in a relaxing yoga class and learn basic exercises and breathing techniques from a local expert. Visit the exquisite City Palace. Stop at Sahelion-ki-Bari, the Garden of the Maids of Honor. Cruise along Lake Pichola and take in views of the Jag Mandir Palace. (B) Day 6: Udaipur - Jaipur Drive through the countryside to the “Pink City” of Jaipur.

Make a brief stop at Hawa Mahal, home to a former Maharaja, beholding its façade of 953 windows. Visit the City Palace and find

gardens, courtyards, intricate decorative art and carved doorways. Marvel at Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory built in 1726. (B, L) Day 7: Jaipur Ascend by vintage jeep to the top of Amber Fort. Visit a local school where the children are part of a midday program supported by the efforts of the Collette Foundation. Learn about turban and sari tying. Tonight, sit down for a homehosted dinner. (B, L, D) Day 8: Jaipur - Ranthambore Travel to Ranthambore National Park, learning of Project Tiger’s conservation efforts. A naturalist discusses the wildlife of the country and presents a slideshow. Embark on a game viewing drive. Watch for marsh crocodiles and tigers. (B, L, D) Day 9: Ranthambore Rise and shine early for a game viewing drive. Visit the Ranthambore School of Art which recruits students from neighboring villages and trains them to be self-sufficient artists. Visit Dastkar Ranthambore Project, founded in 1981 by six women united to protect India’s traditional artisans. Dive into the local cuisine with an interactive cooking demonstration. (B, L, D) Day 10: Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Agra An early morning train brings you to Bharatpur.

Day 13: Khajuraho - Varanasi Visit the Chandel Temple complex and behold some of the finest examples of temple architecture in northern India. Fly to Varanasi, a simplistic and charming city with a universal mystique. Tonight, visit the Ghats – the banks of the river – witnessing the illuminated Ganga Aarti ceremony. (B) Day 14: Varanasi Cruise along the River Ganges past various Ghats where people ritually cleanse themselves. Continue to Sarnath where Buddha gave his first sermon. Join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner. (B,D) Day 15: Varanasi - Delhi - Tour Ends Enjoy a morning at leisure. (B)

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EXPLORATIONS Small Group Tour

Halong Bay Junk Boats

average of 18 guests

Begin your tour in Hong Kong or extend your tour to Bangkok COLLETTE EXPERIENCES

• Travel with no more than 24 travelers on this small group tour.

• Attend a traditional Baci ceremony, a “calling of the soul.”

• Wake at dawn and offer alms to hundreds of saffron-robed monks in Luang Prabang.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS • Explore famous Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious building.

• Cruise overnight on a luxury junk boat in Halong Bay. • Get acquainted with Ho Chi Minh City’s landmarks on a city tour.

• Board a tuk tuk and travel to the ancient ruins of Angkor Thom.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS • 35 meals included: 17 (B) • 10 (L) • 8 (D) • Learn to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes at a cooking class.

• Have lunch at a non-profit restaurant that employs underprivileged children.

• Cruise down the Mekong River and enjoy a picnic lunch on board.

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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - Tour Begins Your tour opens in historic Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon.

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City Get acquainted with the city’s colonial landmarks on a tour including Notre Dame Cathedral. Explore the War Remnants Museum. Join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. (B, L, D) Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City Immerse yourself in the culture during a visit to the Mekong Delta and cruise along the bustling river. Visit a local home factory that produces rice paste. Enjoy a traditional lunch. (B, L) Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City - Hoi An Stop at China Beach where American troops landed.

Continue to Hoi An, an ancient merchant trading port. Board a cyclo for a tour of the preserved town. Step into the past as you ride by the Tan Ky Old House, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Chua Ong Pagoda. (B, L) Day 6: Hoi An Learn about the local cuisine at today’s cooking class. Begin with a visit to a local market to interact with vendors and learn about traditional ingredients. Learn how each of the vegetables and herbs are used to create everyday Vietnamese cuisine. (B, L)

Day 7: Hoi An - Hue Partake in an optional sunrise photography class and observe fishermen bringing in their catch in the dawn light. Today takes us to Hue, the Imperial capital city, via the breathtaking Hai Van Pass. En route, pause to savor lunch at Lang Co fishing village.

Tonight, enjoy a lavish royal feast. (B, L, D) Day 8: Hue - Hanoi Discover Hue’s Imperial past while visiting the Imperial Citadel, the Forbidden Purple City and the Thien Mu Pagoda.

Later, fly to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. (B, D) Day 9: Hanoi Begin your day in Ba Dinh Square, home of the mausoleum built to honor Ho Chi Minh. Admire the lotus-shaped One Pillar Pagoda resting on a single stone pillar emerging from the water. Enjoy lunch at a nonprofit restaurant that empowers underprivileged children. Spend time at the Hanoi Hilton, where American POWs were held. (B, L) Day 10: Hanoi - Halong Bay Journey to Halong Bay for your overnight cruise on a luxury junk boat. Transfer to a sampan to visit a floating fishing village; watch the sunset before a seafood feast. (B, L, D) Day 11: Halong Bay - Hanoi Join a sunrise tai chi class on deck as the fog lifts. Explore an ancient cave on a nearby island. Enjoy brunch on board and cruise back to the harbor, returning to Hanoi. This afternoon you have the option of embarking on a street food tour. (B) Day 12: Hanoi - Luang Prabang, Laos Enjoy a morning at leisure in Hanoi. From Hanoi, fly to Luang Prabang, the spiritual capital of Laos. Tonight, gather for a traditional Baci ceremony, a “calling of the soul” reserved for special events. (B, D) Day 13: Luang Prabang We are off to the remarkable temple of Wat Xieng Thong. Continue through the countryside en route to the Kuang Si waterfalls. Return to town and board a traditional riverboat. Cruise down the Mekong River and make a stop at Pak Ou Caves, home to hundreds of Buddhas. (B, L, D) Day 14: Luang Prabang Visit a living craft center to learn about the fascinating world of Lao textiles. Discover the country’s regal history on a guided tour of the former Royal Palace, now the National Museum. (B)

from $3,749* 19 days • 35 meals Day 15: Luang Prabang - Siem Reap, Cambodia Wake before dawn and participate in the offering of alms to hundreds of saffron-robed monks.

Then, discover the country’s regal history on a guided tour of the former Royal Palace. (B) Day 16: Siem Reap Be amazed by the Roluos Group, temples remaining from the first major capital of the Khmer Empire. Take an ox cart ride to the Roluos Pagoda where monks celebrate a private blessing ceremony. Feel like a local as you explore Kompong Phluk, a floating village. Meet local school children at the JWOC Community Center. This evening get to know Cambodian culture during a traditional Apsara show. (B, L, D) Day 17: Siem Reap Explore the ancient ruins of Angkor Thom by tuk tuk. Continue to the haunting Ta Prohm temple. Visit and explore the famous Angkor Wat. (B,L) Day 18: Siem Reap - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Toast to the end of a remarkable trip while savoring your farewell dinner. (B,D) Day 19: Ho Chi Minh City - Tour Ends (B)

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Africa

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Masai Mara Reserve A small circle of trees on a wide open savanna; clouds moving across a limitless sky; elegant giraffes surveying the horizon; a herd of elephants following an ancient path; big cats waiting in the grass — the reality outdoes even the most vivid imaginations.

This is the Africa of lore set on the northern edge of the legendary Serengeti Plain.

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EXPLORATIONS Small Group Tour

Victoria Falls

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Begin your tour in Dubai COLLETTE EXPERIENCES • Travel with no more than 24 travelers on this small group tour.

• Head out for an African sundowner by 4x4 and enjoy the sunset.

• Spend some time at a local village in Zimbabwe learning about the culture.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS • Enjoy seven wildlife safaris in search of the “Big Five.”

• Embark on a walking tour of stunning Victoria Falls.

• Step aboard a cable car and be whisked atop Table Mountain.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS • 23 meals included: 12 (B) • 4 (L) • 7 (D) • Visit a South African winery for a farm lunch paired with wine.

• Savor a true African dining experience including a hand-washing ceremony.

• Dine under the stars during your stay in a nature conservancy.

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EXPLORING SOUTH AFRICA, VICTORIA FALLS & BOTSWANA

from $4,691* 14 days • 23 meals Day 10: Johannesburg - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Fly to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Spend some time at a local village learning more about the regional culture. Embark on a walking tour of stunning Victoria Falls. Later, you may enjoy the spectacular African sunset while the animals gather at the watering hole. (B, D)

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS For complete inclusions go to gocollette.com Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Cape Town, South Africa - Tour Begins Welcome to Cape Town.

Day 3: Cape Town Step aboard a cable car that whisks you to the top of Table Mountain.

Gaze at the astounding view of Cape Town, Robben Island and Lion’s Head. Return to the city via Table Bay, passing through the Moorish Malay Quarter. This evening, savor a true African dining experience as you become familiar with a traditional African hand-washing ceremony before sampling local delicacies. (B, D) Day 4: Cape Town Travel out to Cape Point on the southwestern tip of Africa. Come to know the Cape of Good Hope and take a tram to the top of the mountain. Enjoy a leisurely hike before continuing on to Boulders Beach to see the penguins who call it home. Make some new South African friends during a home-hosted dinner. (B, D) Day 5: Cape Town - Stellenbosch A short drive brings you to the beautiful winelands of the Western Cape. Visit a winery for a tasting before enjoying a farm lunch paired with wine.

Your hotel for the next two nights is located in the heart of Stellenbosch. The remainder of your afternoon is at leisure. (B, L)

Day 6: Stellenbosch - Hermanus Stellenbosch Drive over the Sir Lowry Pass to the quaint seaside village of Hermanus. Explore the shops and art galleries. (B) Day 7: Stellenbosch - Johannesburg Entabeni Conservancy Fly to the city of Johannesburg. Upon arrival, head to the Entabeni Conservancy. Gather for an afternoon game drive. Search for the “Big Five” (lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard and rhino). As the sun sets, enjoy a traditional African sundowner. Tonight, dine under the stars. (B, D) Day 8: Entabeni Conservancy Set out on a game drive. Enjoy coffee and tea in the bush before returning to the lodge for breakfast. Later, learn to follow the clues left by wildlife during a track identification walk with a ranger. Take time for a leisurely lunch in the gardens. Late afternoon, continue your search for the “Big Five” during another exciting game drive.

(B, L, D) Day 9: Entabeni Conservancy - Johannesburg Carry on your quest for the “Big Five” before breakfast. Later, journey to the vibrant city of Johannesburg. Enjoy some leisure time in Sandton this afternoon. (B)

Day 11: Victoria Falls This morning explore a local craft market. Later you will meet African elephants and have the opportunity to interact with them. (B) Day 12: Victoria Falls - Chobe, Botswana Watch for bushbuck as well as bird life during a nature walk. Travel to Chobe, Botswana. An exciting safari cruise awaits. (B, L, D) Day 13: Chobe Today features morning and afternoon game drives in the one-of-a-kind Chobe National Park. This evening, enjoy dinner by the river hosted by a chef who will teach you the art of cooking a traditional Braai (barbecue) complete with some local favorites. (B, L, D) Day 14: Chobe - Johannesburg - Tour Ends (B)

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ancient history comes to life

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Israel Old City

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COLLETTE EXPERIENCES • Venture to the ancient capital of Caesarea, built by Herod the Great around 22 B.C. • See a boat that sailed the Sea of Galilee around 2,000 years ago.

• Ascend the ancient walls of Masada by cable car.

• Journey to Cana, considered to be the site of the First Miracle.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS • Discover the ancient cities of Nazareth and Bethlehem.

• Explore the oldest city in the world — the ancient ruins of Jericho.

• Enjoy the wonder of the Dead Sea. • At the Israel Museum, view the display of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

• Relax for 4 nights in the holy city of Jerusalem.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS • 15 meals included: 8 (B) • 1 (L) • 6 (D)

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from $2,349* 10 days • 15 meals Garden of Gethsemane. Continue on to Mt. Zion where you will see the room of The Last Supper. See the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum to view the display of the Dead Sea Scrolls. (B) Day 8: Old City, Jerusalem - Mahane Yehuda Market A magnificent tour of the Holy City of Jerusalem begins with a drive to the old walled city. While walking through the four quarters that make up the Old City, visit the Western (Wailing) Wall, the Temple area, the Dome of the Rock (outside view only), the Pool of Bethesda, and the Church of St. Anne. Next, walk the path of the Stations of the Cross. In the afternoon, explore the world-renowned Mahane Yehuda Market. (B)

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS For complete inclusions go to gocollette.com Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Tel Aviv, Israel - Tour Begins - Jaffa - Tel Aviv Your tour begins in Tel Aviv, a bustling city. Join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner in the ancient port city of Jaffa. (D) Day 3: Tel Aviv - Caesarea - Haifa - Acre Tiberias Travel along the coast to the ruins of the ancient Roman capital of Caesarea, built by Herod the Great around 22 B.C. Travel the Valley of Armageddon to the fascinating excavation site of Tel Megiddo. Take in the breathtaking panorama of Haifa and the Baha’i Shrine and Gardens on Mount Carmel.

Feel like you have stepped back in time with a visit to the ancient Crusader city of Acre. (B, D) Day 4: Tiberias - Cana - Nazareth - Tabgha - Capernaum - Sea of Galilee Begin with a visit to Cana, considered to be the site of the First Miracle, where Jesus turned water into wine. Next, travel to Nazareth to visit the Church of the Annunciation. Afterwards, visit the Mt. of Beatitudes, site of the Sermon on the Mount; and Tabgha, site of the Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes. Your visit

to Capernaum is followed by a stop at the Galilee Boat Museum to see the display of the boat that sailed the Sea of Galilee 2,000 years ago. Later, cross the River Jordan to visit the Golan Heights. (B, L, D) Day 5: Tiberias - Beit Shean - Jericho Qumran - Dead Sea Visit Beit Shean to see the well-preserved ancient theatre. Continue along the Jordan River Valley to Jericho, considered to be the oldest city on earth.

Journey to Qumran, the location of one of the most important archeological finds of all time – the discovery of the ancient Dead Sea Scrolls. Set out for to the lowest place on earth, the Dead Sea. (B, D) Day 6: Dead Sea - Masada - Bethlehem Jerusalem Today’s route leads you to the former palatial fortress of Masada. Ascend the ancient walls of Masada by cable car. A stop in the biblical city of Bethlehem allows for a visit to the Church of the Nativity. (B, D) Day 7: Jerusalem Drive to Mount of Olives to take in the vast panoramic view of the city of Jerusalem and the surrounding area.

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Day 9: Jerusalem Your day is at leisure to explore independently. This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner at one of Jerusalem’s most popular restaurants. (B, D) Day 10: Jerusalem - Tour Ends (B)

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