2016 Tapestry of Pre-Designed Travel Experiences

2016 A TAPESTRY OF PRE-DESIGNED TRAVEL EXPERIENCES Your Travel Guide to the World

PRE-DESIGNED TRAVEL EXPERIENCES Africa Asia Europe India Middle East South America CUSTOM MADE JOURNEYS Destination of Your Choice

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Dear Friends, The anonymous quote in the beginning of Patricia Schultz’ book – 1,000 Places To See Before You Die says it all - “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the places and moments that take our breath away.”

Lakani World Tours is committed to providing extraordinary travel experiences to all of our guests. Whether you choose to journey independently with friends or family, or join one of our escorted private jet tours, you can be sure that you will encounter people and sights that will take your breath away! This 2016 Tapestry of Pre-Designed Travel Experiences brochure is designed to be your inspiration for your travel with Lakani. Each tour is priced per person with a minimum of two people, and includes accommodations, transfers, meals and sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary. You may choose to take these programs as presented, customize them to suit your style, or we will plan a journey completely from scratch. It’s your choice.

Peruse the pages ahead to find exciting Travel Experiences to all corners of the earth; but your choices are not limited to this brochure. In addition to all of the Pre-Designed Travel Experiences presented here, you will find many more itineraries on our website at www.Lakani.com.

Discover the world in Lakani style. Be moved and enriched on a travel experience like no other.

Please join us.

Best traveling wishes,

Heidi Lakani

The Lakani Promise

The Lakani World Tours logo is intentional in its design. The four directional points represents our experience in travel to the far corners of the world, as well as the four fundamental principles which guide each program we create.

QUALITY & VALUE Every detail matters

Every Lakani World Tours program includes the best sightseeing and services that the area has to offer.

While we recognize that quality does not come cheaply, we provide value through our experience and strong relationships with proven suppliers.

INTEGRITY Worthy of your trust

The Lakani team provides honest answers, objective advice and strong commitments. We also offer the usual industry assurances and safeguards: we are a registered California Seller of Travel. Naturally, references are available.

EXPERIENCE & INNOVATION Uniquely crafted vacations with cultural enrichment

The Lakani team of seasoned industry veterans draws from their experience and their never ending quest to uncover new and unusual sights, activities and lodging to share with travelers.

SERVICE Your wish is our command

We believe that attitude is everything. Service begins the first time you call us and continues throughout your entire journey. The Lakani Travel Specialists and its team of expert Tour Managers consistently endeavor to anticipate the desires and expectations of every Lakani traveler.

Explore The World The Lakani Way See the collection of itineraries within this catalog – and visit our website at www.Lakani.com for additional Pre-Designed Travel Experiences which are not featured in this brochure.

Africa/Middle East

P. 5 –14

Asia/India/South Pacific

P. 15 – 26

South/Central America

P. 27 – 34

Europe

P. 35 – 42

Custom Made Journeys

P. 43 – 48

We offer you three ways to discover the planet in comfort and luxury. Whether you take a pre-set, ready-priced, Pre-Designed Travel Experience, a Custom Made Journey completely tailored to your specifications, or climb aboard one of our Private Jet Tours, you can rely on quality accommodations, exquisite personal service, and an enriching memorable experience on your choice of travel style.

Pre-Designed Travel Experiences

Custom-Made Journeys

These privately guided itineraries are designed for you to experience extraordinary, exciting places on the dates you choose – individually, as a couple, with family or a group of friends. Become immersed in local culture and learn about its historical significance from experts who accompany you on all sightseeing excursions.

Explore the world in your own style, at your own pace, and on your own schedule for unique experiences with your own budget in mind.

Always privately guided – choose from our worldwide destinations including cultural exchanges and unique events. Contact your travel professional or our office for more details.

Private Luxury Jet Tours

Your Personal Concierge Experience

Small Group Lakani Private Jet Tours are designed to allow for ease of travel and ample time to become immersed in local culture and history. Stroll along cobbled streets of medieval cities; shop for indigenous specialties; spend time in prominent galleries and museums; or indulge in spa treatments. Enjoy abundant photographic opportunities and never feel rushed. Relax, have fun, be pampered, travel efficiently and effortlessly, and just enjoy yourself! Call your travel professional or our office for individual Private Jet brochures of your choice.

For a really carefree, stress-free, and worry-free vacation – consider adding a Personal Concierge (PC) to accompany you on your Pre-designed Private Travel Experience or on your Custom-made Journey. One of our expert Lakani Tour Managers will act as your PC and will take care of all of the intricate details of traveling.

Wondering how much to tip the driver, local guide, or waiter?

No worries – your PC will take care of it. Checking into hotels will be simple with your PC filling in the forms for you, setting up your wake up calls, making your restaurant reservations and taking care of your luggage. Traveling with Lakani means the service and amenities are tailored to meet with your own lifestyle and expectations.

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Travel The Lakani Way UNIQUE EXPERIENCES IN ABSOLUTE LUXURY

Declare Your Independence There is nothing more enjoyable then real life mixed with unique cultures and experiences. Your time is precious and your vacation should be all you have dreamed of and more! Traveling on a Lakani Pre-Designed Private Travel Experience allows you to explore the world’s most remarkable destinations with just the right amount of flexibility and personalization.

Savor each site at your own pace, with your own private guide and vehicle. Enjoy superb accommodations carefully selected by the Lakani experts. The Lakani team’s years of experience in crafting exquisite and meaningful worldwide journeys gives you the confidence of knowing that all the details are in order. Your trip has been thoroughly researched and planned so all that is left for you to do is pick your journey, choose your dates of travel and add a few personal touches to make it truly your own. Then relax and enjoy these benefits: • Spacious vehicles with your own window seat and room to spread out • Access to luxurious boutique hotels and lodges, some with only a dozen rooms or suites that only cater to individuals and small parties • Special insights from expert local guides • Optimal sightseeing opportunities – with special insider access not available to large groups

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Epicurean Delights One of the pleasures of traveling is to taste the cuisine from different cultures. Included meals on a trip can be a convenience, but often isn’t what YOU would have chosen. Lakani believes that your choice is important. While some enjoy gourmet, others prefer more simple fare – or perhaps you desire both! Breakfast is always included to start each day of your vacation. In some locations and lodges meals may be included, but usually you have the freedom and flexibility to experience dining in your own unique way. Indulge in extraordinary service from gourmet, white tablecloth dining; experience local cuisine at a nearby tavern; or have a quiet night with room service. The choice is yours.

Savings In Numbers While the pricing for each Pre-Designed Travel Experience is based on two people, sharing accommodations; there are benefits to traveling with friends and family. For five or more guests traveling together on one itinerary, each member will receive 10% savings on the base price.

Consider a family trip with the grandchildren. Traveling together, whether it is to celebrate a momentous occasion, or just because; it is an unforgettable way to create long-lasting memories and cement relationships.

Your Exclusive Travel Club You are automatically enrolled in the exclusive Lakani Travel Club after completing your first Lakani journey. In appreciation for your loyalty, you will receive 5% savings off of subsequent trips, (Private Jet programs excluded). We are confident that once you experience a journey with Lakani – whether it is a Private Jet Tour, a Pre-Designed Travel Experience, or a Custom Made Journey – you will recognize the hallmark of Lakani excellence embedded into every step you take, and yearn to return for many more Lakani vacations.

Lavish Surroundings The Lakani Hotels of Choice are a select group of accommodations chosen explicitly with your supreme luxury and comfort in mind. You can be confident that these hand-picked hotels and lodges are continually monitored; each are selected for their character, five-star service, luxurious facilities, fabulous restaurants and premium location. With Lakani, you are always assured that you will stay in the top hotels at each captivating destination. And it does not stop there; you are also guaranteed to enjoy the best category of deluxe rooms available. If your hotel has a room with a view, it has been reserved for you. Naturally, you also have the option to upgrade to a suite where available. Ultimately, we aim to not only meet – but exceed your expectations!

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Wondrous Marvels Relish rich encounters all along the way. Gaze at the prolific wildlife as you soar above the Serengeti, Tanzania or Masai Mara, Kenya in a beautiful hot air balloon. Safari into the Namib Desert to some of the highest sand dunes on the planet. Tour the Great Barrier Reef and see the extraordinary single structure made by living organisms that can be seen from outer space. Cruise Halong Bay and feast your eyes on thousands of limestone islands rising up from the water. Immerse yourself in hill tribe culture on a visit to villages in Northern Thailand. Observe the remarkable colors of the famed Taj Mahal at sunrise and sunset. Discover the ancient Incan “lost city” of Machu Picchu. Wander through Bilbao’s resplendent Guggenheim Museum and enjoy Gaudi’s work in Barcelona while traveling through Spain. Your vacation should be filled with enjoyable and memorable activities. When you travel with Lakani, let us know what is on your bucket list and we’ll endeavor to make it happen on your luxury journey. You also have the added benefit of enjoying these attractions in the company of expert English speaking guides chosen especially for you.

Voluntourism – Rewarding And Experiential Lakani believes strongly in giving back to the people who open their homes and hearts to show us their special part of the world. For every finalized booking, Lakani World Tours makes a donation to a local non-profit charitable organization. You also have an opportunity to volunteer in some way to help a community while on tour. This may be as simple as providing and serving breakfast to school children to a more substantial commitment of assisting with home-building or repairs. The options are many and depend on the destination and your own particular interests.

Wine Tasting Around The World For the wine enthusiast, there are many opportunities to meet winemakers and tour vineyards around the world. Be sure to sample as often as you can. While in Cape Town, South Africa, venture along the coast to the beautiful Cape Winelands and visit the region’s famous wine estates. South African wine has a history dating back to the 17th century and you’ll find exquisite Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz, as well as Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc in the area.

Families With Children There is nothing like an education on world culture and history while traveling.

Children benefit enormously from encounters with people of varying cultures, buildings unlike anything they see at home, and an exploration into traditions that they may only have heard about in stories. Japan is a child-friendly destination and it’s easy to find activities to capture the attention of children of all ages. Explore indoor and outdoor museums, wander through beautiful parks and shrines, learn how to make paper and how to wear a kimono. Then rest your head in a traditional Japanese Ryokan. It promises to be a life-changing adventure for all.

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Your Choice of freedom and flexibility in travel to

Africa & the Middle East

Extraordinary, life-changing experiences await you in Africa and the Middle East that will touch your soul and awaken the senses. Discover plains teeming with wildlife, become immersed in cultures with deep-rooted traditions, and explore remnants of ancient civilizations spanning thousands of years. Behold the natural beauty found throughout the region – from majestic falls to colorful desert sands, mountain vistas, and stunning coastlines.

It’s simply magical!

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7 Tanzania

12 Jordan

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13 Israel

South Africa

9 Namibia 10 Morocco

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Kenya

nairobi

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amboseli

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Mt. kenya national park

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Masai Mara

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Nairobi Ends: Nairobi Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • All park fees are included

• Private visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage to experience elephants up close • Visit a Masai village and learn of its people and culture • Enjoy a hot air balloon ride with a champagne breakfast

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STANDARD Prices From: Low Season: $7,995 (NOV – jun) Peak Season: $8,995 (Jul – Oct) LUXURY Prices From: Low Season: $9,595 (NOV – jun) Peak Season: $11,595 (Jul – Oct) Intra-tour Air: $1,100

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Nairobi, Kenya Serena Hotel/Norfolk Hotel Arrive in Nairobi and be transferred to your luxury hotel. In Nairobi, visit the Karen Blixen Museum from the “Out of Africa” motion picture, have a private visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, and feed the Rothchild giraffes at Giraffe Centre.

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Amboseli National Park Serena Safari Lodge/Tawi Lodge Journey to Amboseli, where no doubt the elephants are kings of the park and can be seen in big numbers and are considered to be amongst the biggest in the country. A large resident population of wildebeest along with zebras, gazelles, buffalos, and many other wildlife can be seen here as well. Amboseli is also home to over 400 species of birds some of which are flamingo, kingfisher, secretary bird, cattle egret, and the Egyptian goose.

We will also have an opportunity to visit the Cynthia Moss Elephant Research Base and learn about the lives and welfare of the elephant families living here.

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Ol Pejeta Conservancy Serena Sweetwater/Mt. Kenya Safari Club Continue north and see coffee, pineapple and tea plantations and observe the lifestyle and culture of the local people. Visit and be welcomed by the directors of the Angels of Hope Children’s Orphanage. Be entertained by and learn the culture of the Kikuyu.

See the slopes of Mt. Kenya and the Ol Pejeta Private Conservancy. Begin your game viewing drives and visit the Chimps & Rhino Sanctuary.

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Masai Mara Game Reserve Mara Serena Lodge/Ngerende Island Lodge Fly over the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara, Kenya’s most concentrated wildlife reserve. Experience game drives for the ultimate safari experience. Learn about local traditions while visiting a Masaai village. Be inspired by the majestic views as you soar over the Great Rift Valley in a hot air balloon, ending with a champagne breakfast.

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Nairobi Ole Sereni Upon arrival Nairobi, you will be transferred to the hotel to relax and freshen up prior to boarding your flight to your next destination.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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arusha

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lake manyara

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Serengeti

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Ngorongoro

Tanzania

2016 Prices

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Arusha Ends: Arusha

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy: Standard Prices From: $6,395 Low Season (MAY) $8,295 High Season (JAN -- FEB, JUN – OCT) Deluxe Prices From: $9,595 Low Season (MAY) $11,595 High Season (JAN -- FEB, JUN – OCT)

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Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • All park fees are included

• Enjoy a hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti with a champagne breakfast • Visit a Maasai village for some unique cultural experience • Visit Olduvai Gorge, one of the most important archeological sites in the world

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Arusha, TANZANIA Arusha Coffee Lodge Arrive in Arusha where you will be transferred to your luxury hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure. Lying on the gentling rolling foothills that cascade down from the ever-present Mount Meru is the bustling and vibrant town of Arusha. It is here on the outskirts of this town, hidden amongst one of Tanzania’s largest coffee plantations, that you will find Arusha Coffee Lodge, a perfect haven for relaxation either before or after any African safari.

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Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara Serena Lodge/ Lake Manyara Tree Lodge

Drive across the Great Rift Valley, an immense geological fault that created many lakes including Lake Manyara. Game drives provide a stunning view of water birds, Blue Monkeys and huge herds of buffalo and elephant.

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Serengeti National Park Serengeti Serena Lodge/Migration Camp Depart for the Serengeti which is another one of the great game reserves and the jewel of Tanzania. Enroute visit a Maasai Village (Manyatta) for some unique cultural experience. The name Serengeti is derived from the Maasai word for “endless plains” and this is where millions of animals move in the ancient rhythms of the seasons. Enjoy an unforgettable hot air balloon ride, floating high above the Serengeti and landing to a luxurious champagne breakfast. Your game drives provide views of zebra, giraffe, Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelle, eland and klipspringer.

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Ngorongoro Crater / Arusha Ngorongoro Serena/The Manor House This morning drive to Ngorongoro where we will visit Olduvai Gorge enroute, an ancient homind archaeological site, located in the Great Rift Valley. The excavations

by Louis and Mary Leakey in the mid-1950’s were important because they established the African origin of humankind. Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most fascinating wildlife spectacles, is 12 miles in diameter caldera and harbors many species of animals including the elusive black rhino. Enjoy lunch in the crater floor during the game viewing drive. Return to Arusha to board your flight back home or your next destination.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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South Africa

JOHANNESBURG

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THORNYBUSH GAME RESERVE

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CAPE TOWN

9 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Johannesburg Ends: Cape Town

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides

• Experience an African safari in Thornybush Game Reserve • Take in the views from a cable car on Table Mountain • See the African penguins on the Cape Peninsula • Taste the wines of Cape Winelands

$4,295 Low Season $4,795 High Season (OCT) Intra-tour Air: $895

DAY 1

Johannesburg, South Africa D’Oreale Grande Arrive in Johannesburg for an overnight stay before leaving for your safari in pursuit of the Big Five.

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Thornybush Game Reserve Shumbalala Game Lodge This morning take a short internal flight that lands at the Thornybush Game Reserve to experience an authentic African safari. Enjoy the many activities available in one of South Africa’s great tracts of untamed game-viewing.

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Cape Town One & Only Cape Town Fly to Cape Town. Take a city tour to see Government Avenue, the National Gallery, the South Africa Museum, Houses of Parliament, and the City Hall. Ride a cable car up to Table Mountain and witness the majestic views of Table Bay, Robben Island, the Atlantic Seaboard, and most of the Cape Peninsula.

Head through the suburbs of Sea Point, Clifton, and Camps Bay before continuing to the fishing harbor of Hout Bay. Wander Chapman’s Peak and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Ride the funicular to the lighthouse to see the convergence of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Visit Boulders Beach to see the African penguins, the naval base at Simonstown, and the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.

Enjoy the Cape Winelands region’s famous wine estates and partake in tasting the local vintages. Visit the villages of Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Victoria Falls.

Call for details.

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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Victoria Falls Hotel Transfer via Johannesburg to Victoria Falls. Be amazed and inspired by the panoramic views of one of the seven natural wonders of the world. One of the world’s greatest waterfalls, Victoria Falls is powered by Africa’s fourth largest river, the Zambezi, as it cuts its way through the sheer granite cliffs. Enjoy the falls on a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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WINDHOEK

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SOSSUSVLEI

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SWAKOPMUND

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Okonjima

Namibia

2016 Prices

8 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Windhoek Ends: Windhoek

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights:

$3,995 Low Season (JAN – MAY) $4,295 High Season (JUN – OCT)

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Discover some of the world’s highest dunes at Sossusvlei in the heart of the Namib Desert

Intra-tour Air: $2,600

• Enjoy a marine dolphin and seal cruise on Walvis Bay • Partake on a Bushman trail learning their way of life • Search out lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras

DAY 1

Windhoek, NAMIBIA Olive Exclusive Boutique Hotel Namibia’s past is as diverse as its landscapes. Its name derives from the Namib Desert, the world’s most ancient desert which stretches 2000 km from the Orange River in the South to the Kunene in the North. This is a land of many faces including the shifting dunes, the flat plains and the sandy riverbeds of the desert region. While Namibia is the most sparsely populated country in the world, it boasts a rich blend of 13 different ethnic groups.

Upon arrival in Windhoek, explore the old and new city renowned for its blend of German colonial and modern architecture. Visit Tintenpalast, the Palace of Ink and Christuskirche, the white walled former fort, Alte Feste, now a Namibian history museum.

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Sossusvlei Sossusvlei Lodge Fly to Sossusvlei, a remarkable site in the Namib Naukluft Park and desert. A morning safari takes you to some of the highest sand dunes in the world, some towering over 1,000 feet above the Sossusvlei plains. Capture the moment as you photograph a lone oryx silhouetted against the shifting dunes.

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Swakopmund Strand Hotel Explore the “Jewel of Namibia” tucked between ocean and desert. Wander the ancient canyons of Moon Valley and learn about the medicinal and nutritional use of desertadapted flora. Take a catamaran on Walvis Bay and look for sea lions and dolphins.

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Okonjima Nature Reserve Okonjima Luxury Bush Camp Okonjima lies nestled within the unspoiled beauty of the Onboroko Mountains. It is a non-profit organization committed to conservation of Namibia’s large carnivores. Feel free to stroll around the garden, where you may encounter a variety of animals, which have been rescued by the Afri-Cat Foundation. Get in touch with nature on one of the numerous walking Bushman trails, where you will learn how they adapt and survive in a wilderness environment – a truly African experience. You will also have opportunities to look for the elusive leopard as well as cheetahs, amongst other wild animals. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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MOROCCO

Casablanca

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Rabat

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Meknes

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Volubilis

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marrakech

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Essaouira

8 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Casablanca Ends: Essaouira

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Walk the labyrinth of the ancient Fes Medina and Mellah

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Shop for pottery, carpets, brassware, silverware and modern jewelry and leather goods Tour the souq in Marrakech Enjoy and rest along the coast in Essaouira

$3,995

DAY 1

Casablanca, MOROCCO

Hyatt Regency Casablanca

On arrival in Casablanca you will be transferred to your hotel for an overnight before leaving the next day to begin your tour of Morocco.

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Rabat / Meknes / Volubilis Sahrai Boutique Hotel Depart Casablanca for Fes via overland transportation with sightseeing en route in Rabat, the political capital of Morocco and the fourth of the Imperial cities. Visit the old Medina, the Kasbah and Ooudayas Gate, the Estuary facing the Barbary Coast. Drive on through the cork tress to tour Meknes, the third of the Imperial Cities; Moulay Idriss, the Holy City and center of pilgrimage; and Volubilis with its imposing Roman ruins. Visit the Olive press, the House of Orpheus, the Basilica, the Baths of Gallienus, the Forum, the Triumphal Arch of Caracalla, the House of Venus.

In Fes, a two thousand year old Imperial City, you will walk the labyrinth of the ancient and amazing Fes Medina and Mellah. See the Kairaouine Mosque, the Bou Inania Mosque, the colorful es Sabbaghine with its Street of Dyers, the al Quarawiyyin Mosque and University and el Atterine Medersa. Stop at the Royal Palace.

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Marrakech Blue Diamond Sahara Palace Depart Fes to drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains to Immouzzer, the hills station of Ifrane and the lake district of Azrou before arriving in Marrakech. In Marrakech visit the Menara Gardens the Museum of Islamic Art, the Saadien Tombs, the Badi Palace, the Bahia Palace nd Almoravid Dynasty Koubba. Visit the Marrakech Museum of Art and tour the Dyers’ Souq when visiting Djmaa el Fnaa Square.

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Essaouira Sofitel Essaouira Magador Golf & Spa Drive from Marrakach to Essaouira which is located on the coast. Tour inside the town walls, residential neighborhoods and the port area to discover the charming provincial atmosphere and see the fine workmanship of The Scalla at the port. Enjoy a day on your own or with a driver to further explore the area on your own. Transfer to the airport in Marrakech for your return flight home or on to your next destination.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Addis ababa

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axum

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lalibela

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Gondar

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Bahir Dar

ETHIOPIA

2016 Prices

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Addis Ababa Ends: Addis Ababa

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights:

$4,995

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Visit Stele Field, a UNESCO World Heritage Site containing over 120 stelae

Intra-tour Air: $900

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Addis Ababa, ETHIOPIA Sheraton Hotel On arrival in Addis Ababa you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Tour the capital of Ethiopia visiting the National Museum and Trinity Cathedral.

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Addis Ababa / Axum Sabien Hotel Fly to Axum for a city tour that includes the Archeological Museum of Axum and the Cathedral of St. Mary of Zion. Explore the on-site museum under that church that houses many of Ethiopia’s priceless relics. Visit Stele Field, a UNESCO World Heritage Site containing over 120 stelae.

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Axum / Lalibela Maribela Hotel Fly to Lalibela, one of the most important religious and historical sites in all of Africa and the entire Christian world. There are no less than 200 churches in the region with some hidden in enormous caves. Visit among others Bete Medhanialem, Bete Miriam, Bete Denagel, Bete Meskal, Debra Sina, Bete Golgotha and Bet Maryam. Visit a local home to experience Ethiopian cooking traditions.

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Lalibela / Gondar Mayleko Lodge Fly to Gondar to explore the Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with Royal Enclosure, the nearby bath and 300 foot long wall. See the Church of Debre Birhan Selassie. Take an excursion to the Simien Mountain National Park where you may see the Gelada Baboons. Visit Felasha Village.

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Gondar / Bahir Dar Kuriftu Resort & Spa Drive to Bahir Dar visiting Amhara villages en route. Take a boat trip on Lake Tana to see the famous monasteries including Ura Kidane Meret. Enjoy an excursion to the Blue Nile Falls.

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Bahir Dar / Addis Ababa Sheraton Hotel Fly to Addis Ababa. Visit the Merkato, the largest open air market in Africa. Visit the Ethnological Museum with collections about the tribal groups of Ethiopia.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Jordan

amman

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petra

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Wadi rum

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dead sea

2016 Prices

7 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Meet Bedouins at Wadi Rum

Starts: Amman Ends: Amman

• Tour Jerash, one of the world’s best preserved ancient Roman cities • Take a horse ride at Petra to see the Treasury • Relax in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea • See the Madaba Mosaic in the Greek Orthodox St. George Church

DAYS 1 – 2

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DAYS 3 – 4

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$3,395 Low Season

(OCT – MAR, JUN – JUL)

$3,795 High Season (SEP – MAY)

M e a ls : B

Amman, Jordan Four Seasons Hotel Tour Amman and visit the Citadel, National Museum, the Roman Amphitheater, and Folklore Museum. An unbroken chain of human occupation dating back more than 6,500 years, Jerash is now considered one of the best preserved Roman provincial towns in the world. With paved and colonnaded streets, soaring hilltop temples, handsome theatre, spacious public squares and plazas, baths, fountains, and city walls pierced by towers and gates, Jerash is a truly magnificent site.

M e a ls : B LD

Petra Movenpick Petra En route to Petra, visit the city of Madaba. Once there, see the Madaba Mosaic Map, an ancient map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land, covering the floor of the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. Mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible, proceed to the ancient rectangular walled city of Umm ar-Rasas. It was fortified by the Romans, and local Christians were still embellishing it with Byzantine-style mosaics well over 100 years after the start of the Muslim Umayyad rule. Just outside the city walls is the recently unearthed Church of Saint Stephen with its perfectly preserved floor mosaic.

Umm ar-Rasas is a UNESCO world heritage site. Visit Shoubak Castle dating from the early 1100s, the same turbulent Crusaders period as Kerak.

Visit Petra, the Red Rose City. Take a short horse ride to see the giant red mountains and vast mausoleums of one of the greatest wonders ever wrought by Nature and Man. Entrance to the city is through the East Siq, a narrow gorge with the first glimpse of AlKhazneh (Treasury). The Treasury is just the first of the many wonders that make up Petra.

There are obelisks, temples, sacrificial altars, and colonnaded streets. Overlooking the valley, is the impressive Ad-Deir Monastery.

DAYS 5 – 7

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M e a ls : B L

Wadi Rum / Dead Sea Kempinski Dead Sea En route to the Dead Sea, visit Wadi Rum for a Bedouin jeep ride. Virtually untouched by humanity and its destructive forces, Wadi Rum is a stupendous, timeless place, where a maze of monolithic rock formations rise up from the desert floor. Enjoy a free day to indulge yourself in the Dead Sea and its therapeutic minerals. At 1,345 feet below sea level, the coast of the Dead Sea is the lowest place on Earth.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Israel or Egypt.

See page 13 & 14

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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tel aviv

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tiberias

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Haifa

2016 Prices

nazareth

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mt. of beatitudes

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jericho • Qumran • jerusalem

ISRAEL

8 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Tel Aviv Ends: Tel Aviv

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy: $6,795

DAYs 1 – 3

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Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Celebrate Mass in the Holy Land at the Basilica of the Annunciation

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• Enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee and swim in the Dead Sea • Visit the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem that stands upon the site where Jesus was born • Walk the Palm Sunday route on the Mt. of Olives

Me als : B

Tel Aviv, ISRAEL / Tiberias / Haifa / Nazareth / Mt. of Beatitudes Scots Tiberias Hotel On arrival in Tel Aviv you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Tiberias. Visit Caesarea, which was built by Herod as a major seaport at the time of Christ. Continue to Haifa, a modern seaport on the slopes of Mt. Carmel. Visit Elijah’s cave and the cradle of the Carmelite Order at the Shrine of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. In Nazareth celebrate Mass in the Holy Land at the Basilica of the Annunciation. In Cana visit the church were Christ turned the water into wine.

Enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Visit the village of Capernaum at the site where Peter lived and Jesus performed much of his ministry in Galilee. Continue to the beautiful Mount of Beatitudes and the Church of the Primacy and the Benedictine Basilica. Visit the Jordan River and reflect on Jesus’ baptism by John.

DAYS 4 – 8

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Me als : B

Tiberias / Jericho / Qumran / Jerusalem King David Hotel Jerusalem Visit Mt. Tabor, the site of the Transfiguration of Jesus. Drive down the Jordan Valley to Jericho for a visit to the Tel of the ancient city and to view the Mt. of Temptation. Continue to the Dead Sea with time for a swim. Visit Qumran, the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Stop at the Inn of the Good Samaritan before continuing to Bethany to see the church and the tomb of Lazarus.

From Jerusalem visit the village of Ein Karem, the birthplace of St John the Baptist and the Church of Visitation. Continue to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity before driving to the Shepherd’s Fields. Visit the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem that stands upon the site where Jesus was born.

On the Mt. of Olives walk the Palm Sunday route stopping at Dominus Flevit. Drive to Gethsemane, the Rock of Agony. Visit the cave of betrayal and then the cave of the Assumption of Mary to heaven. Back on the Mt. of Olives visit the Pater Noster with the Lords Prayer in many languages. Drive through the Kidron Valley to St. Peter in Gallicantu.

At the Cenacle visit the Upper Room of the Last Supper and celebrate Mass. Visit Dormition Abbey. See the Wailing Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Walk along the Via Dolorosa, through the markets of the Old City. Transfer to the airport in Tel Aviv for your return flight home or on to your next destination.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Jordan or Egypt.

See page 12 & 14

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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EGYPT

CAIRO

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LUXOR

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NILE CRUISE

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ESNA

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EDFU

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KOM OMBO

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ASWAN

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ABU SIMBEL

11 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Cairo Ends: Cairo Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Luxuriate in your Presidential Suite aboard the Sonesta St. George during your five day Nile River cruise

• Enjoy premiere seating at the world renowned Sound & Light show at the pyramids • Benefit from the expertise of an Egyptologist throughout • Excursion by air to Abu Simbel

DAYS 1 – 3

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DAYS 4 – 7

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Low Season: $4,795 (SEP) Mid Season: $5,295 High Season: $6,795 (DEC) Intra-tour Air: $610

M e a ls : B

Cairo, Egypt Four Seasons Nile Plaza Arrive in Cairo and be transferred to your luxury hotel. Spend your days marveling at the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids of Giza. Explore the Egyptian Museum to view the treasures of the remarkable Tutankhamen collection and the Mummies Room.

M e a ls : B LD

Luxor to Aswan Sonesta St. George Cruise Fly to Luxor in the morning and board the luxurious Sonesta St. George cruise where you will reside in your Presidential Suite for the next five days as you cruise down the Nile River. Discover ancient Thebes in Luxor and walk the burial grounds of the Valley of the Kings and Queens. While sailing to Aswan, visit Horus Temple in Edfu, and Temples of Sobek and Horus in Kom Ombo. Once in Aswan, visit the High Dam and the Philae Temple. Enjoy a ride on a traditional felucca and sail to Kitchner’s Island Botanical Gardens.

DAY 8

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M e a ls : B

Aswan / Abu Simbel Sofitel Old Cataract Hotel After disembarking in Aswan, fly to Abu Simbel, and take a closer look at the 3,300 year old temple of Ramses II, dedicated to the sun god Ra, and considered to be one of the most phenomenal engineering feats in all of ancient Egypt. Return to Aswan for an overnight hotel stay on the banks of the Nile.

DAYS 9 – 1 1 • M e a ls : B

Cairo Fairmont Nile City Hotel Return to Cairo where your accommodations will be at the Fairmont Nile City, featuring modern luxury and sweeping views of ancient wonders. Explore the Khan El Kahlili Bazaar and wander through its narrow alleyways. Enjoy the Sound and Light show at the Pyramids from the premiere seating area. Much like the lives of the ancient pharaohs, your memories of this journey will be eternal. Transfer to the airport in for your return flight home or on to your next destination.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Jordan or Israel.

See page 12 & 13.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Your Choice of freedom and flexibility in travel to

Asia & India (Including the South Pacific)

Exotic sights, monumental landmarks, and splendid landscapes leave indelible memories. Appreciate the ancient customs of Asia from traditions and festivals, to timeless artifacts and their honorable nature. Learn the legendary history of indigenous people from the South Pacific like the Maori and Aboriginals. Lose yourself in a spiritual and colorful journey through India that is sure to leave an everlasting impression.

16 Australia

22 Thailand

17 new zealand

23 Myanmar

18 japan

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South India

19 China

25

North India

20 Vietnam

26 Bhutan

21 Cambodia/Laos

Australia

SYDNEY

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ADELAIDE

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KANGAROO ISLAND • MELBOURNE

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Cairns

11 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Sydney Ends: Cairns

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Cruise Sydney’s magnificent harbor while enjoying lunch

• Explore Kangaroo Island by 4 WD to see the abundance of Australian Wildlife • Visit the historic Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne • Experience the Daintree, Cape Tribulation and the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns

DAYS 1 – 3

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DAYS 4 – 5

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DAYs 6 – 7

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$7,995 Intra-tour Air: $975

M e a ls : B 2 L

Sydney, AUSTRALIA Langham Sydney On arrival in Sydney you will be transferred to your hotel for your first three nights in Australia. Tour Sydney to see the historic sites, Darling Harbor, the Sydney Fish Markets, The Rocks, the iconic Sydney Opera House, Macquarie St. and Bondi Beach. Enjoy a harbor lunch cruise of Sydney’s magnificent harbor seeing Circular Quay, Farm Cove, Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair, Rushcutter’s Bay and the National Parks of Clarke and Shark Islands.

M e a ls : B 1L

Adelaide / Kangaroo Island Intercontinental Hotel Adelaide Fly to Adelaide for a two night stay with a full day tour of Kangaroo Island. Experience the wonders of Kangaroo Island with its abundance of Australian Wildlife and unique natural attraction in a private 4 WD tour of the island. Visit Seal Bay, Flinders Chase, and Rocky River.

M e a ls : B 1D

Melbourne Langham Hotel Melbourne Fly to Melbourne with a special first evening at the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. Tour the city of Melbourne with a drive on the Golden Mile. Visit some of Melbourne’s precincts as well as the historic Queen Victoria Market. Stroll the iconic lanes to see the unique galleries, boutiques and cafes. Enjoy an indigenous river walk with an original descendent of the local tribe.

DAYS 8 – 1 1

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M e a ls : B

Cairns Silky Oaks Lodge Visit Daintree National Park and experience the Wet Tropics World Heritage protected rainforest. The Cape Tribulation Tour offers amazing wildlife and ecosystems.

The Synergy Reef tour sails out to the Great Barrier Reef in a 62 ft. catamaran.

Depart from Cairns to connect to your flight home or your next destination.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Tasmania or New Zealand. See page 17.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Auckland

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Wellington

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Pelliser Bay

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Christchurch

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Queenstown

New Zealand

2016 Prices

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Auckland Ends: Queenstown

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights:

$8,995

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • See the views of Auckland from Mt. Eden

Intra-tour Air: $590

D AYS 1 – 2

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D AYS 3 – 4

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D AYS 5 – 6

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• Experience the legendary farm heritage, sheep shearing and sheep dogs in action.

• Enjoy wine tasting in the Martinborough region famous for pinot noir • Fly over Milford Sound in a helicopter and experience an alpine landing

Me als : B

Auckland, NEW ZEALAND Langham Hotel On arrival in Auckland, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for early check in.

Your tour of Auckland will include a drive over the Auckland Harbour Bridge to Westhaven Marina, Auckland Viaduct, Tamaki Drive and waterfront. Enjoy magnificent views from Mt. Eden.

Me als : B 1L 2D

Wellington / Pelliser Bay Wharekauhau Lodge Fly from Auckland to Wellington for a tour that takes you to the peak of Mount Victoria for the fantastic views. Continue to tour the south coast and rocky hills, past the parliamentary complex, old government building and features of the New Zealand film industry. Travel north to Pelliser Bay. Experience the legendary farm heritage, sheep shearing and sheep dogs in action by 4-wheel drive. Explore the historic township of Greytown and the celebrated Martinborough wine region famous for Pinot Noir. Enjoy lunch with expertly matched wines.

Me als : B 2D

Christchurch George Hotel Fly from Wellington to Christchurch, now re-building after the earthquake of 2011. Tour the garden city of New Zealand to see the city center, Anglican Cathedral, Christchurch Museum, Botanic Gardens and views for Takahe city panorama viewing platform and the top of Dyers Pass.

D AYS 7 – 10

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Me a ls : B

Queenstown Sofitel Queenstown Hitel & Spa Fly from Christchurch to Queenstown for an introductory tour of the area on arrival.

Highlights of the tour will include Lake Hayes; Kawarau Bungy Centre where you may contemplate a jump; Arrowtown, discovered to be a gold-rich area in 1862; Edith Cavill Bridge over the Shotover River; and Queenstown – the area’s premier alpine resort. Take an excursion to Milford Sound by helicopter to see the unique character of the region with rainforest, lakes, rivers, waterfalls and the fjords carved by the glaciers. You will join a cruise on the fjord, and experience an alpine landing. You will have your last full day in New Zealand at leisure to enjoy Queenstown on your own. Transfer to the airport.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Australia.

See page 16.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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JAPAN

TOKYO

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GERO SPA

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TAKAYAMA

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KANAZAWA

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KYOTO

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NARA

9 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Tokyo Ends: Kyoto

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Experience the early morning tuna auction at the Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo

• Enjoy a hot spring bath and a Japanese dinner at a luxurious ryokan • Visit the Takayama Morning Market • See the beautiful Kenrokuen Garden • Experience a traditional tea ceremony in a private home

DAYS 1 – 2

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$8,995

M e a ls : B

Tokyo, JAPAN Chinzanso Hotel Ancient cultures look to the future blending invention, tradition and simplicity, which are trademarks of this graceful country. Arrive Tokyo where you will have an opportunity to tour the Imperial Palace Plaza, the residence of Japan’s Imperial Family. It is located on the former site of Edo Castle, in a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls.

Visit the Tsukiji Fish Market and watch the “tuna auction”, a most popular attraction with limited daily visitors. Get your shopping on at the Ginza Shopping District and the Nakamise shopping arcade. For more cultural heritage, see the Meiji Shrine, the Asakusa Kannon Temple and the Edo Tokyo Museum.

DAYS 3 – 4

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M e a ls : B 1D

Gero Spa / Takayama Suimeikan/Hida Hotel Plaza Travel the Chuo Express Way, and have a grand view of the volcanic peaks that make up the spine of Honshu. In Tsumago, wander a protected open-air museum for the preservation of traditional buildings. In Gere Onsen, enjoy a hot spring bath and a Japanese dinner at a luxurious ryokan. Enjoy a walking tour of Takayama also known as “Little Kyoto”.

DAY 5

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M e a ls : B

Kanazawa Hotel Nikko Kanazawa Travel to Shirakawa Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit the Open Air Museum in Gassho Village. Continue your drive to Gokayama Village, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, and experience the art of making Japanese paper. In Kanazawa, visit the Kenrokuen Japanese Garden, one of the three most beautiful Japanese gardens in the country.

DAYS 6 – 9

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M e a ls : B

Kyoto / Nara Kyoto Hotel Okura Visit the Kinkakuji Temple, the Rock Garden of Ryoanji Temple, and the Nijo Shogun Castle. Experience a Tea Ceremony in a private home. While there, learn the tradition of wearing a Kimono with Obi, and the art of Calligraphy writing. Travel to Osaka via Nara and visit the cultural sites of the Todaiji Temple with the Great wooden Buddha, Deer Park, the Kasuga Shrine, and the Horyuji Temple. Transfer to the airport in Osaka for your departure flight.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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BEIJING

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DATONG

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PINGYAO

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XIAN

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SHANGHAI

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SUZHOU

CHINA

2016 Prices

12 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Beijing Ends: Shanghai

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights:

$3,495

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Walk on the Great Wall of China • Visit the Yungang Grottoes and the Hanging Temple

Intra-tour Air: $660

DAY S 1 – 3

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• See the life size terra cotta warriors in Xian • Enjoy the Tang Dynasty Cultural Performance • Explore the old town of Pingyao and Qiao’s family courtyard • Watch locals practice Tai Chi in the morning at Temple of Heaven

Me a ls : B

Beijing, China Waldorf Astoria Discover memories on this journey with its natural beauty, ornate temples, grand palaces and gracious people. Arrive Beijing where you will clear customs and immigration and be transferred to your luxury hotel.

Explore Beijing and see the Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.

See the 2008 Summer Olympic village, sight of the “Bird Nest” and “Water Cube”.

Walk along a portion of the 5,500 mile long Great Wall. See the extraordinary Shi San Ling, where thirteen of the sixteen Ming emperors are entombed.

DAY S 4 – 6

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DAY S 7 – 8

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Me a ls : B

Datong / Pingyao Holiday Inn Datong / Pingyao Financial Club In Datong, visit the Yungang Grottoes or Cloud Ridge Caves. Tucked within the nooks of old caverns and hidden under the remains of a Qing Dynasty fortress, are more than 50,000 Buddhist statues spread over a half mile of caves. See one of the three largest Buddhist grottoes in China along with the Nine Dragon Screen and Shan Hua Temple. The ancient commerce town of Pingyao is one of the best preserved traditional Chinese cities and centered within a completely intact Ming dynasty wall.

In Pingyao, visit the Hanging Temple and the Jinci Temple, as well as the Qiao’s family courtyard.

Me a ls : B

Xian Xian Shangri La Tour the burial site of Emperor Quin Shi Huangdi. Guarding this Imperial Tomb for over 2,000 years are thousands of life-size terra cotta warriors. Visit the site where the terra cotta figures have been excavated and where excavations and restoration continues today.

DAY S 9 – 12

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Meals : B

Shanghai / Suzhou Shanghai Peninsula Travel along the tree-lined Huangpu River waterfront boulevard, and the former “Wall Street” of foreign powers known as “The Bund”. Stroll through Shanghai’s Old Quarter and visit the Yu Yuan Gardens and the Shanghai Museum. Take an excursion to the garden city of Suzhou, also known as the “Venice of the East”. You’ll be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Vietnam

HANOI

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HALONG BAY

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HUE

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HOI AN

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DANANG

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HO CHI MINH CITY

2016 Prices

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Tour Hanoi’s Old Quarter

Starts: Hanoi Ends: Ho Chi Minh City

• Cruise Halong Bay on a new Paradise cruise and have a demonstration of Vietnamese cuisine • Visit the Hoi An Market to purchase ingredients for a cooking class • See the incredible underground network of Cu Chi Tunnels

DAYS 1 – 2

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$3,395 Intra-tour Air: $285

M e a ls : B

Hanoi, VIETNAM Sofitel Legend Metropole Hotel Visit the narrow lanes, parks, and traditional shops of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. See the Temple of Literature and the miniature One Pillar Pagoda. Also experience the vast Ho Chi Minh Memorial Complex, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Ngoc Son Temple.

DAY 3

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M e a ls : B LD

Halong Bay Paradise Cruise Cruise Halong Bay and see thousands of sculpted limestone islands rising from the azure waters. Join the on-board chef for a cooking demonstration on Vietnamese cuisine and enjoy a unique dinner in Tien Ong cave.

DAYS 4 – 5

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DAYS 6 – 7

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M e a ls : 2 B 1L

Hue La Residence Hotel & Spa Visit the Imperial Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda and Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang by boat. Tour Dien Tho, the Queen mother’s residence.

M e a ls : B

Danang / Hoi An Fusion Maia En route to Hoi An, journey over scenic mountain roads with spectacular views of the coast. In Danang, visit the Cham Museum before going to the Hoi An Market to purchase ingredients for a cooking class. Near the famed Japanese Covered Bridge, tour the Sa Huynh Museum, the Tran Family Chapel, Phuoc Kein Assembly Hall, and lantern workshops.

DAYS 8 – 1 0

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M e a ls : B L 1D

Ho Chi Minh City Park Hyatt Near Ho Chi Minh City, see the incredible underground network of the Cu Chi Tunnels, and visit farms of orchids, eggplants, or bamboo, plus a traditional family rice field.

In Ho Chi Minh City tour the historic center to see the ornate City Hall, the old Opera House, the neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office.

Tour modern Vietnam at the Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum. In the evening, enjoy a Bonsai River Dinner Cruise. On Day 10 transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

For those who wish to continue to Laos and Cambodia. Internal air between and within countries is an additional cost. See page 21.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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SIEM REAP

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LUANG PRABANG

Cambodia / Laos

4 or 8 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices CAMBODIA:

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Siem Reap Ends: Siem Reap Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy: $1,395 LAOS: Starts: Luang Prabang Ends: Luang Prabang

Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy: $1,895

DAY S 1 – 4

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CAMBODIA: • Visit Ankor Wat, the jewel of Khmer architecture • See the sunset over the Cambodian countryside LAOS: • Travel to Tham Pak Ou Cave and Kuang Si Waterfall • Attend a traditional Baci Ceremony and Lao Dance

Me al s: B

Siem Reap, CAMBODIA Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor Cambodia, a country of Southeast Asia showcases an array of art, culture and history.

You’ll enjoy the gentle charm of the people. You’ll observe the dramatic contrasts between the modern world and its timeless grandeur.

Tour the crowning jewel of Khmer architecture, Angkor Wat, the national symbol and highlight of any visit to Cambodia. At the fortified city of Angkor Thom, see the Terrace of the Elephants, and the Terrace of the Leper Kings. Take a boat ride over Tonle Sap Lake and visit the floating fishing villages of Kampong Kleang. Watch the sun set over the Cambodian countryside.

For those who wish to continue to Laos, may do so with the following program. You may also wish to include the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, or the capital of Laos, Vientiane. Internal air between the countries is an additional cost.

DAY S 1 – 4

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Me al s: B

Luang Prabang, LAOS La Residence Phou Vao A land of warm hospitality, unspoiled beauty and remarkable cultural riches as seen in the incredible frescoes and priceless images of Lord Buddha. In 1995, Luang Prabang was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its historic temples and colonial-style buildings. Dating back to 1513 AD and containing a collection of antique wooded Buddha statues, Wat Visoun is one of the oldest temples in Luang Prabang. Also, visit Wat Aham, and Wat Xieng Thong.

Take an excursion by boat and car to Tham Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Waterfall.

Inside these extraordinary caves, see hundreds of Buddha images of various styles and materials. Float down the famed Mekong River through steep limestone cliffs. Attend a traditional Baci Ceremony and Lao Dance at the village of Ban Xang Hai.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Vietnam.

Please see page 20.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Thailand

BANGKOK

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CHIANG RAI

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MAE SAI

•

CHIANG MAI

9 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Bangkok Ends: Bangkok

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Travel on the picturesque Chao Phraya River, and through the Klongs (canals) in Bangkok

• See the Grand Palace, a perfect example of an ancient Siamese court • Visit the Villages of the Akha and Yao, home to hill tribes of northern Thailand • Learn about elephants with an excursion to Patara Elephant Camp

DAYS 1 – 2

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$3,995 Intra-tour Air: $425

M e a ls : B

Bangkok, THAILAND Peninsula Hotel In Bangkok, travel on the picturesque Chao Phraya River, “the River of Kings” and down the Klongs (canals) of Thonburi. Observe and photograph the serene family homes and temples along the waterways which gave the city the nickname, “Venice of the East”.

Visit a major riverside landmark, Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn. The shrine has a pagoda decorated with glazed ceramic pieces from top to bottom towering into the sky.

Visit the Grand Palace, situated close to the bank of the Chao Phraya River. It is a perfect example of an ancient Siamese court. Also, visit Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. This carved, single piece of jadeite, is believed to have supernatural powers and is dressed in robes according to the season by the King of Thailand himself.

M e a ls : B

Chiang Rai Le Meridien Chiang Rai Fly to Chiang Rai and experience sightseeing in a unique way by travelling through the city by Tuk Tuk. Visit Wat Phra Singh and a local market. Travel to the Golden Triangle, the famed area where Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand meet. Take a boat trip along Mae Khong River to cross the border and see Baan Don Sao in Laos. Located in a region known for poppy production but now in an “opium free zone”, visit the unique Opium museum. Drive to Mae Sai, the northern most point of Thailand, on the Thai-Myanmar border. Visit the villages of the Akha and Yao, home to two of the six hill tribes of the area.

M e a ls : B 2 L

Chiang Mai / Bangkok Dhara Dhevi Hotel / Peninsula Hotel Visit Wat Rong Khun and the Baan Pong Nam Ron Hot Spring. Travel by vehicle from the Golden Triangle to Chiang Mai. The most sacred temple in Chiang Mai, Wat Phrathat is situated on top of Doi Suthep mountain. Enjoy an excursion to the Patara Elephant Camp and get a briefing on the history of domesticating elephants in Thailand. A training session includes hiking to find elephants in the forest. Learn about elephant farm management and the daily care of the elephants. Receive instructions on bathing and riding an elephant. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a waterfall. Return to Bangkok for an overnight prior to your return flight home.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Phuket.

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The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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YANGON

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INLE LAKE

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MANDALAY

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BAGAN

Myanmar

2016 Prices

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Yangon Ends: Yangon

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights:

$3,495

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • See the magnificent stupas over the treetops of Yangon

Intra-tour Air: $560

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• Travel by boat to Inle Lake and watch fisherman use unique leg-rowing techniques • Experience Pindaya Caves and its many Buddha images • Visit a gold leaf hammering workshop in Mandalay • Visit a local school in Yangon • Watch the sunset over Bagan

Me al s: B

Yangon, Myanmar The Strand Hotel Spend some peaceful time with local pilgrims on the platform of the Shwedagon Pagoda.

The pagoda is gilded from base to spire with more than 60 tons of gold plate and rises elegantly 326 vertical feet above its marbled platform. Tour Yangon’s tree-shaded boulevards and see Buddhist stupas peeking out above the treetops. See the Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda and the Bogyoke Aung San Market.

Me al s: B

Inle Lake Inle Princess Resort Fly to Heho and travel by car and boat to Inle Lake. Visit the Pindaya Caves, a pilgrimage site containing more than 8,000 Buddha images. Journey by open-air long-tail boat to your hotel and see the way of life for the Intha people.

DAY 6

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Mandalay Rupar Mandalar Resort Fly to Mandalay, the last Royal capital of Burma and see the Shwenandaw monastery, a true masterpiece of 19th century woodcarving. Continue on to Mandalay Palace and see Kuthodaw Pagoda, and its 729 marble slabs of Buddhist scriptures. Attend a gold leaf hammering workshop.

DAY S 7 – 8

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Bagan Bagan Thiripyitsaya Visit the Bagan Archaeological Zone to see Shwezigon, a prototype of Myanmar stupa.

Known for its 13th century mural paintings, see Gubyauk Gyi and for the finest stucco carvings in Myanmar, visit Htilominlo. One of the most massive temples in Bagan, stroll around the grounds of Dhamayangyi, and watch the sunset from a temple’s terrace.

DAY S 9 – 10

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Yangon The Strand Hotel Return to Yangon, where you will have an opportunity to visit a local school. On Day 10 return home or move on to your next destination with many fond memories of this region.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Thailand.

See page 22.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Southern India

MUMBAI

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AURANGABAD

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HYDERABAD

KOCHI

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KUMARAKOM

2016 Prices

11 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Mumbai Ends: Kochi Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Enjoy the vibrant metropolis and financial capital of India, Mumbai

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• See the temples cut out of rock in the Ajanta and Ellora caves • Visit the ruined city and ancient capital of Golkonda • Take a day cruise on the backwaters of South India

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$4,495 (JAN 1 – APR 15) $3,795 (APR 16 – SEP 30) $4,795 (OCT 1 – DEC 20) Intra-tour Air: From $550

M e a ls : B

Mumbai, INDIA Taj Mahal Palace and Tower Arrive in Mumbai and be transferred to your luxury hotel. Tour Mumbai, a vibrant metropolis and financial capital of India. See the Gateway of India, the Prince of Wales Museum, the Victoria Terminus and other examples of colonial architecture. Take an excursion to the Elephanta Caves to see the rock-cut temples of the 7th century.

M e a ls : B

Aurangabad Taj Residency Fly to Aurangabad to see the Unesco World Heritage Sites of the Ajanta and Ellora caves and their many centuries-in-the-making temples cut out of solid rock. Visit the Sunheri Mahal Museum, the University Museum and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum.

Take a stroll through the Bani Begum Gardens.

M e a ls : B

Hyderabad Taj Falaknuma Palace Fly to Hyderabad for a tour of a ruined city and capital of the ancient Kingdom of Golkonda. The fortress citadel was rebuilt for defense from invading Mughals of the north in 1687. Visit the old city of Hyderabad including the Salarjung Museum.

M e a ls : B

Kochi Vivanta by Taj Malabar Fly to Kochi, also called the Queen of the Arabian Sea and once an important trading center for spices in the 14th Century. Visit the Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis church, and the Santa Cruz Basilica. Tour Fort Kochi, and the harbor.

DAYS 9 – 1 1

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Kumarakom Kumarakom Lake Resort In the heart of the Alleppey backwaters lies Kumarakom. Upon arrival, embark on a houseboat cruise. This day cruise takes you through a network of canals with a backdrop of shoreline villages. Tour the Kumarakom Bird Sanctury and enjoy a leisurely boat cruise on Vembanad Lake. Transfer to the Kochi airport to board your flight on to your next destination.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to North India.

See page 25

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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DELHII•IVARANASI

2016 Prices

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KHAJURAHO

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AGRA

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JAIPUR

Northern India

11 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Delhi Ends: Delhi

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy: $4,995 (JAN 1 – APR 15) $3,995 (APR 16 – SEP 30) $5,595 (OCT 1 – DEC 20) Intra-tour Air: From $490

DAY S 1 – 2

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Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Experience the sites of Old and New Delhi

• Take a morning boat ride on the Ganges River • Visit the Ghats in Varanasi to witness the Aarti ceremony • Marvel at the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra • See the Palace of the Winds in Jaipur

Me al s: B

Delhi, INDIA Oberoi Hotel Your visit to India will convince you to redefine the concept of beauty. Arrive New Delhi and be transferred to your luxury hotel. In New Delhi, see the 12th century Qutab Minar, visit the mausoleum of emperor Humayun, and drive through Lutyens’ Delhi including the India Gate. Enjoy stops at the beautiful Governmental buildings: the Presidential Palace, Parliament House, and the Secretariat. Drive past the magnificent Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, and the medieval market of Chandni Chowk while exploring Old Delhi. Visit the Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial.

Me al s: B

Varanasi Nadesar Palace Fly to Varanasi and visit Sarnath, a small Buddhist town. Tour the Archaeological Museum, Mahabodhi Buddha Temple, and walk amongst meditating Buddhists in the deer park. Take a morning boat ride on the Ganges River. Enjoy Bharat Mata Mandir and the Durga Temples. In the evening, witness the Aarti ceremony on the steps leading to the sacred river.

Me al s: B

Khajuraho / Agra Lalit Temple View / Amarvilas Fly to Khajuraho and visit the Western Group of Temples including the Kandariya Mahadeo Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Transfer to Jhansi Rail Station for the train to Agra, the home of the magnificent Taj Mahal. Visit the Red Fort, notable for its smooth blending of Hindu and central Asian architectural styles.

DAY S 8 – 11

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Jaipur / Delhi Oberoi Rajvilas / Oberoi Hotel Traveling to Jaipur, enter the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri, the former capital of the great Mughal ruler, Emperor Akbar. In Jaipur, the “Pink City”, visit the Amber Fort and the Hawa Mahal “Palace of Winds”. See the Maharaja’s Palace and Jantar Mantar, the largest stone and marble hand-crafted observatory in the world. Return to Delhi and relax in your day room until your departure time. In the evening, transfer to the airport and board your international flight home.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to South India or Bhutan. See page 24 & 26 The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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BHUTAN

delhi

• Paro •

thimpu

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punakha

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paro

2016 Prices

9 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private vehicle • Your own personal expert local guides • Enjoy a tour of Old Delhi by pedicab/ rickshaw

• Visit a Nunnery outside Thimpu • See how paper is made from the daphne plant with cosmos flower petals and other plants • Climb up to the impressive Taktsang “Tiger’s Nest”, Pelphung monastery

DAYS 1 – 2

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Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy: Low Season: $4,995 (JAN, Jun – AuG) High Season: $5,495 (MAR – MAY, SEP) Internal Air: $1,100

M e a ls : B

Arrive in Delhi, India The Leela Palace On arrival in Delhi you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Tour Old Delhi seeing Jama Masjid, the Red Fort and Bangla Sahib Gurudwara. Enjoy a pedicab/rickshaw of the ancient city, seeing the old Silver market. Tour New Delhi and the India Gate, Rahtrapati Bhawan, Parliament House, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar.

M e a ls : B LD

Delhi / Paro / Thimpu TajJ Tashi Fly to Paro via Kathmandu and transfer to Thimpu. Visit a Nunnery outside Thimpu.

Visit the School of Arts and Crafts, followed by a visit to Textile Museum, the Heritage Museum, Changgangkha Lhakhang (temple), national Library, Traditional Hospital and see how paper is made from the daphne plant with cosmos flower petals and other plants. Visit Tashichho Dzong.

DAY 5

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Thimpu / Punakha Uma By Como Punakha Drive to Punakha en route stopping at Dochu LaPass to see the eastern Himalayas. There will be an options for a short trek. Visit Khamsum Yuley Namgay Chorten, Sonagasa and Punakha Dzong. The Dzong was damaged by flood, earthquake and several times by fire, and it was rebuilt each time to its original grandeur. The Dzong houses the most sacred relics of the Krukpa Kagyu School including the Rangjung Kasarpani.

DAYS 6 – 7

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M e a ls : B LD

Punakha / Paro Uma By Como Paro Drive to Paro via Thimpu. Tour Paro to visit the old watch tower Ta Dzong, now a national museum, and the Rinphung Dzong. Take an excursion to the Taktsang Pelphung Monastery, often referred to as “Tiger’s Nest”. It is one of the most venerated and famous monasteries in Bhutan, and it is an impressive and Must See site to visit.

M e a ls : B

Paro / Delhi Fly to Delhi for an overnight prior to your return flight home.

The Leela Palace

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to North India.

See page 25

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional.

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Your Choice of freedom and flexibility in travel to

South & Central America

Explore the longest continental mountain range in the world or walk upon unexplainable remains. Understand the respect and ritual given to Mother Nature. Feel the passion, romance and sensuality infused into native dances. Stroll through bustling capital cities filled with Latin flare and European influence. Sample fine wines at renowned vineyards and shop for interesting handicrafts in village markets.

All this and more in a land that is proud of its ‘flavor.’

28 Ecuador 29 Peru 30 Colombia 31 Chile 32 Argentina 33 MEXICO 34 Guatemala/Honduras

Ecuador

QUITO

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OTAVALO

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COTOPAXI

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RIOBAMBA

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CUENCA

GUAYAQUIL

2016 Prices

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Quito Ends: Guayaquil Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Visit Quisato, the Middle of the World monument & Sun Clock

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• See some of South America’s largest & most beautiful gardens • Walk near snow capped peaks and volcanos in Cotopaxi National Park • Shop at the Otavalo Indian market and learn the ancient techniques of weaving in Peguche • Ride the Devil’s Nose train

DAYS 1 – 2

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DAYS 3 – 4

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DAYS 5 – 6

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$4,595

M e a ls : B

Quito, Ecuador Hotel Plaza Grande Tour the historical city center that showcases the city’s rich history. See the Church of La Compañia, and Independence Square. Visit the famous hill of old town, Panecillo (little bread) and see the angel statue “Virgen de Quito”. Wander through the museum, Casa del Alabado.

M e a ls : B

Otavalo Hacienda La Mirage Travel the Pan-American Highway into the spectacular Guayllabamba gorge and village.

See the snow-capped Cayambe volcano. Stop in Quisato to view the Equator Line monument and the Sun clock. Visit the small town of Cotacachi, Ecuador’s center for leatherworks. Shop the world famous Indian handcrafts market of Otavalo. In the little village of Peguche, participate in the process of material preparation for the tapestries and learn the ancient techniques of weaving.

M e a ls : B

Cotopaxi / Riobamba Hacienda Hato Verde / Hosteria Abraspungo En route to Cotopaxi, visit Pakakuna Gardens, one of the largest and most gorgeous of all private gardens in South America. Tour Cotopaxi National Park and see some of the highest peaks in Ecuador.

DAYS 7 – 1 0

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Cuenca / Guayaquil Hotel Mansion Alcazar / Hotel Oro Verde Take the famous Devil’s Nose train ride and enjoy the fascinating landscape of the Andes.

En route to Cuenca, stop at the Inca ruins of Ingapirca, the most important monument of pre-Spanish culture in Ecuador.

Cuenca, founded in 1557 in an ancient Incan valley, is a center of art, ceramics, products of silver and gold, and Panama hats. Encompassing a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the “Todos los Santos” ruins, the flower market, and the main square with the old and new Cathedrals, travelers consider this city the most beautiful in Ecuador. You will also tour a Panama hat factory before continuing on for an overnight in Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city. On day 10 you’ll be transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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LIMA

2016 Prices

Sacred Valley

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MACHU PICCHU

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CUSCO

Peru

7 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Lima Ends: Lima

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy: $4,295 Intra-tour Air: From $480

DAY S 1 – 2

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Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Explore Lima’s markets, historical center and the famous Larco Herrara Museum

• Relax in oxygenated rooms in Cusco • Travel to Machu Picchu on the Vistadome train • Visit Pikillacta, a pre-Inca citadel from the 7th century

Me al s: B

Lima, Peru Miraflores Park Hotel Visit Peru where you can experience the boundless mystery and indisputable energy, from the magnificent remnants of the Inca Empire to the mystical atmosphere of the countryside. Nothing can prepare you for the spectacular sight of Machu Picchu “The Lost City of the Incas”.

Arrive in Lima and transfer to your luxury hotel. The capital of Peru, Lima, the largest city and home to one of the oldest higher learning institutions in the New World. Founded on May 12, 1551, the National University of San Marcos is the oldest continuously functioning university in the Americas.

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Sacred Valley Hotel Sol Y Luna Take a short flight to Cusco and transfer to the hotel. Continue on to the Sacred Valley within the district of Chinchero, and the salt terraces of Maras. The ancient Inca ways of salt “farming” and ritual working traditions are still preserved in this community. Visit Ollantaytambo and its ruins.

Me al s: BL

Sacred Valley / Machu Picchu / Cusco Hotel Monasterio Journey on the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. The Incas left fascinating legends of forgotten cities and treasures, the most incredible of which was the “Lost City”, hidden from the world until its rediscovery in 1911. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the extraordinary Machu Picchu was built of masterfully-fitted stone blocks 8,000 feet above sea level. Have afternoon tea at the Sanctuary Lodge before heading back to Cusco enjoying drinks and dinner on board the Vistadome train.

DAY S 5 – 7

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Cusco Hotel Monasterio Tour the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Santo Domingo Church or Coricancha.

Visit Tipon, an archaeological complex where shamans and spiritual persons congregate to pay tribute to earth and worship to water. Continue to Pikillacta, a pre-Inca citadel from the 7th century with its ancient mystery and bizarre architecture. On day 7 you’ll be transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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COLOMBIA

Bogota

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Pereira

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Cartagena

9 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Bogota Ends: Cartagena

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Visit Bogota’s colonial center of La Candelaria and the famous Gold Museum

• Shop the Paloquemao Market Place where you will buy food with a Chef for a cooking lesson • Experience the underground Salt Cathedral in the fertile plateau of Zipaquira • Travel through the Coffee Triangle of Colombia to a traditional coffee finca

DAYS 1 – 2

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$4,295 Intra-tour Air: $350

M e a ls : B , 1 L

Bogota, COLOMBIA Hotel Sofitel Victoria Regia Colombia was the first constitutional government in South America, and an important promoter of the Pan American organizations, initially through the Congress of Panama and later as founder of the Organization of American States. Arrive in Bogota where you will be met and transferred to your luxury hotel. This Colombian capital which is known for colonial grandeur and a modern metropolis. Visit the colonial part of the city La Candelaria, Usaquen, the Paloquemao Market Place where you will buy food with a chef for a cooking lesson that includes lunch. Visit the famous Gold Museum and the Fernando Botero Museum representing the works a living artist recognized in the last three decades who has achieved international recognition for his paintings, drawings and sculpture.

Travel to the fertile plateau of Zipaquira. The town is primarily known for its Salt Cathedral, an underground church built inside a salt deposit in a tunnel made as result of the excavation of the salinas (salt mines). Zipaquirá has a very interesting architecture, and the old city centre’s main square is surrounded by old buildings in the Spanish Colonial.

DAYS 3 – 5

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Pereira Hotel Boutique Sazagua Fly to Pereira, part of the Coffee Triangle of Colombia, where you will learn all about coffee visiting a traditional coffee finca. While traveling throughout the region of cloudy forest and volcanic mountains and National Parks, find the highest palms tress in the world as well as beautiful small villages. Visit the breeding center of the Colombian Paso Fino horses to learn the art of training the ponies.

M e a ls : B

Cartagena Hotel Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Fly to Cartagena, located on Colombia’s northwest coast, and a popular tourist destination. Visit the Monastery of La Popa, the fortress of San Felipe and walk along the colorful streets of old Cartagena as well as the old town by horse carriage. Take an excursion to the fishing village of Boquilla to experience the mangrove swamps by dugout canoe. On day 9 you’ll be transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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SANTIAGO

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atacama desert

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VINA DEL MAR

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COLCHAGUA VALLEY

Chile

2016 Prices

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Santiago Ends: Santiago

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights:

$6,495

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Visit the famous Central Market in Santiago

Intra-tour Air: $675

DAY S 1 – 2

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• See the magnificent views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains from San Cristobal Hill • Experience a sunset in the Moon Valley • Tour the “Garden City” and coastal resort of Vina del Mar • Taste the wines of Chile’s Colchagua Valley

Me al s: B

Santiago, CHILE Ritz Carlton Tour Santiago to see Club Hípico racetrack, Parque O’Higgins, and the Palacio Cousiño.

Explore the famous Alameda to see the Chilean University, the San Francisco Church, and Santa Lucia Hill. See the Plaza de Armas and the cathedral. Visit the Historical Museum and the famous Central Market, before crossing the Mapocho River, through the Bohemian Bellavista district, on the way to San Cristobal Hill.

Me al s: B

San Pedro de Atacama Hotel Tierra Atacama Fly to Calama and experience the Atacama Desert. Tour the village of Chiu Chiu and the Inca Fortress Lasana. During a walking tour of San Tedro, visit the Father Le Paige Museum. Enjoy a sunset in the Moon Valley. Visit the huge Atacama Salt Lake, one of the driest places on earth, and the small Indian village of Toconao. See the Lagunas Miscanti & Meniques, two white salt lakes surrounded by snow-covered volcanoes. Enjoy an early morning outing to the El Tatio Geysers.

Me al s: B

Vina Del Mar Hotel Del Mar Return by air to Santiago then transfer to Vina del Mar. Tour the sophisticated resort known as the “Garden City” for its beautiful gardens and avenues lined with flowering trees and palms. Visit the Fonck Archaeological Museum, displaying artifacts from Easter Island, Chile, Peru and Ecuador. Tour Valparaiso, Chile’s main port, and new seat of the national congress.

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Colchagua Valley Hotel Santa Cruz Drive from Vina del Mar to the Colchagua Valley, an area known for its wineries and fine vintages. Visit several wineries to learn their process, stroll through the vineyards, and taste the wines. Return to the Santiago airport for your flight home.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Easter Island.

Please call for details.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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ARGENTINA

Buenos Aires

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Bariloche

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Mendoza

8 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Buenos Aires Ends: Mendoza

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Experience Buenos Aires often referred to as the Paris of South America

• Take in dinner and a Tango Show • See the horsemanship of the pampas at Estancia Santa Susana • Marvel at the views of the lake region of Bariloche from a chair lift • Learn about wine in the famous wine region of Mendoza

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$5,595 Intra-tour Air: $1,670

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Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA Alvear Palace Hotel Arrive in Buenos Aires, the capital and largest city in Argentina. Your journey begins with a visit to the Plaza De Mayo, the Metropolitan Cathedral and Cabildo, which was built during the Spanish rule. See the famous Colon Theatre before continuing to San Telmo, strolling through the market while listening to the tango music and seeing couples dancing on the cobblestone streets. Visit Estancia Santa Susana, where you will see a folklore show and regional games of horsemanship. Enjoy a dinner and Tango Show.

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Bariloche Llao Llao Hotel Fly to Bariloche, situated in the foothills of the Andes on the southern shores of Nahuel Huapi Lake and surrounded by the Nahuel Huapi National Park. Visit Nahuel Huapi and Moreno Lakes and the Llao Llao peninsula. A chair lift will take you to the top of the hill to enjoy one of the most impressive views of the region. Continue your journey of stunning sightseeing en route to Villa La Angostura and Correntoso Lake.

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Mendoza Park Hyatt Hotel Fly to Mendoza which is located in the north-central part of the country, in a region of foothills and high plains, on the eastern side of the Andes. Two of the main industries of Mendoza area are olive oil production and wine making. The region around Greater Mendoza is the largest wine producing area in Latin America. As such, Mendoza is one of nine cities worldwide in the network of Great Capitals of Wine, and the city is an emerging Wine tourism destination and base for exploring the region’s hundreds of wineries located along the Argentina Wine Route.

Take a tour of the city to include Pedro del Castilla Square, the Municipal Aquarium, Government House, main avenues and parks. Enjoy a full day visiting several wineries with wine tasting. Along with the tasting, you will also have an opportunity to learn more about wine making, and the importance of the cork. On Day 8 you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home or to your next destination.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Uruguay.

Please call for details.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Mexico City

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San Cristobal De Las Casas

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Palenque

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chichen itza

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Merida

MEXICO

2016 Prices

12 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Montevideo Ends: Buenos Aires

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights:

$5,995

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Visit Mexico City’s renowned Anthropology Museum

Intra-tour Air: $650

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• Experience the contrast of cultures in the highland and jungle lowland • Marvel at the beautiful setting of mystical Palenque • Learn of the mysteries of the Maya at Chichen Itza and Uxmal

Me al s: B

Mexico City, MEXICO

Las Alcobas Hotel On arrival in Mexico City you will be met and transferred to your luxury hotel. Visit the world renowned National Anthropology museum, Mexico’s Historic City Center and the Zocalo. The Zocalo is a great square flanked by Mexico’s most important buildings including: The National Palace, The Metropolitan Cathedral and the Palace of Fine Arts.

Me al s: B

San Cristobal De Las Casas Hotel Bo Fly to Tuxtla Gutierrez. Take a boat trip along the river thru Sumidero Canyon, before continuing to the colonial highland town of San Cristobal de Las Casas. Explore San Juan Chamula’s town center before setting out on foot toward San Lorenzo Zinacantan.

Descend into the village to learn more about the history and traditions of the highland Maya and visit traditional back-strap weavers.

Me al s: B

Palenque Hotel Quinta Chanabnal Drive through the Southern Sierra Madre descending from alpine forests into the lowland jungles of Palenque. En route, explore Toniná, featuring one of the most well developed central temple complexes in the Mayan civilization. Enjoy a full day adventure to the remote Mayan archaeological sites of Yaxchilan and Bonampak located deep in the Lacandon Jungle.

Me al s: B

Palenque / Chichen Itza The Lodge At Chichen Itza Visit the archaeological site of Palenque and transfer to Villahermosa Airport for your flight to Merida. Continue to your accommodations nestled in the garden on the UNESCO Heritage Site of Chichen Itza. Enjoy an early morning visit to Chichen Itza. Visit the bustling Mayan city of Valladolid and have an opportunity to swim in one of the Mayan Cenotes (sinkhole).

DAY S 9 – 12

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Merida Rosas Y Xocolate Boutique Hotel And Spa Drive to Merida City, stopping en route to visit the town of Izamal. Visit the nearby UNESCO World Heritage Site and World Biosphere Reserve of Celestun, a vast mangrove and wet lands complex that is home to a permanent colony of flamingoes. In Merida, the capital and largest city in the Yucatan, known for colonial architecture and many white limestone buildings, enjoy a short “Calesa” ride as you explore the city. Visit the world renowned Mayan temples and ball courts of Uxmal and visit the smaller site of Kabah. Return to the Merida Airport for your flight home.

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Guatemala/Honduras

ANTIGUA • LAKE ATITLAN • CHICHICASTENANGO TIKAL • COPAN • GUATEMALA CITY

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11 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Guatemala City Ends: Guatemala City

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Immerse yourself in the colonial traditions of Antigua

• Experience the mystical setting of Lake Atitlan and nearby villages • Spend time at the world famous Indian market in Chichicastenango • Marvel at the Mayan ruins in Copán and Tikal

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$3,495 Intra-tour Air: $475

M e a ls : B

Antigua, GUATEMALA Casa Santo Domingo Hotel Upon arrival in Guatemala City, transfer to the hotel in Antigua. In the enchanting city of Antigua, tour the Central Plaza, the Cathedral, Municipal Government Building, Palace of Captains General, colonial churches, and monasteries. Experience Guatemalan tradition through its arts, crafts, jewelry, and music.

M e a ls : B

Lake Atitlan Hotel Atitlan Atitlan is one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. Take a motor launch to the Indian village of Santiago Atitlan, one of twelve lakeshore villages that surround the lake.

Experience Chichicastenango, the site of a colorful and picturesque Indian open air market. Watch the captivating religious ceremonies held on the steps and inside the 400 year old Church of Santo Tomas.

M e a ls : B

Tikal National Park Hotel Camino Real Tikal Travel to Guatemala City and board a flight to Tikal National Park. Go back in time more than 2,000 years and experience the archaeological wonder of the anchient Mayans, Tikal.

DAYS 7 – 1 0

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DAYS 9 – 1 1

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Copán, HONDURAS Vista Real Hotel/Marina Copan Hotel Fly back to Guatemala City for an overnight stay prior to heading to Honduras and the archaeological complex of Copán. See remarkable stone sculptures and the dramatic expanse of the Great Plaza. Explore the Mayan stellae, temples, and the ball court.

M e a ls : B

Guatemala City Vista Real En route back to Guatemala City, visit the Iximche Mayan ruins dating back to the 15th century. Once back in Guatemala City, tour several historic churchs and museums.

On Day 11 you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home or to your next destination.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Your Choice of freedom and flexibility in travel to

Europe

All the romance, cobbled streets and castles that you read about in fairy tales appear as backdrop in this majestic land. Gaze upon rolling green landscape as far as the eye can see. Listen to fascinating tales of time that uncover history of the Celtics, Greeks and Romans. Smell the salty hint of the ocean throughout countless cities on the sea. Feast upon a variety of world class cuisine, beer and wine. Visit touching sites of religious, architectural, cultural, artistic and historical importance. A remarkable array of experiences await you in Europe.

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Central Europe

ICELAND

Reykjavik

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Hella

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Reykjanes

6 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Reykjavik Ends: Reykjavik

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • See Iceland’s Big Three – Gullfoss, Geysir and Thingvellir

• Partake in a whale watching excursion to see the whales of the northern Atlantic • Visit the Blue Lagoon, one of Iceland’s most famous spots • Visit Gunnuhver, Iceland’s largest mud pool • Travel by Super Jeep out to Thorsmork Valley

DAYS 1 – 3

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Low Season: $4,495 (APR) High Season: $5,595 (MAY – SEP)

M e a ls : B

Reykjavik, ICELAND Hotel Borg Arrive in Reykjavik and be transferred to your luxury hotel. Reykjavik is one of the smallest capitals in the world. The walking tour of Reykjavik provides an insider’s view of the city.

Reykjavik is the smallest capital in the world with modern buildings and fresh bright colors. Visit the city’s Abaer Outdoor Folk Museum where old houses from other parts of Iceland have been relocated.

You will have an opportunity to go on a whale watching ship to see the Minke, Humpback and other types of whales that all the North Atlantic home. See Iceland’s Big Three – Gufloss, Geysir and Thingvellir, some of the most scenic wonders and highlights of your visit. You will experience the most historical sites including a spouting geyser, hot springs as well as glacial river waterfall. Thingvellir is the first place to receive UNESCO’s nomination of world heritage.

DAY 4

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Hella Hotel Ranga Venture to the picturesque Reykjanesviti lighthouse to see the various seasonal nesting seabirds, kittiwakes, fulmars and guillemots. Drive past Bessastaoir, the residence of the Icelandic President. Continue to the hot springs of Gunnuhver, where we witness the jets of steam escaping from deep below the earth’s crust with their multicolored deposits crystallizing on the surface.

Our drive continues to Grindavik and then the Blue Lagoon, a natural and very popular health spa and one of the most visited places on the island. Visit the lava caves which are like veins of the volcanoes as molten lava flows through lava fields and forms these tunnels.

DAYS 5 – 6

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Reykjavik Hotel Borg Ride in a 4 x 4 vehicle or Super Jeep out to Thorsmork valley, situated between three glaciers, and the realm of the Thunder God, Thor. We will have an opportunity to stop at the waterfall Seljalandsfoss. On Day 6 you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home or to your next destination.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Dublin

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kilkenny

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kenmare

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cong

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newmarket-on-fergus

IRELAND

2016 Prices

9 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Dublin Ends: Shannon

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights:

Low Season: $7,295 (OcT – ApR) High Season: $7,895 (May – Sep)

DAY S 1 – 2

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• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • All local guides are members of Irish Aristocracy, published authors or specialists in Irish culture

• Private visit with tea at Tourin House and meet the Jameson Whiskey sisters • Visit one of Ireland’s greatest treasures, Blarney Castle and Blarney Stone • Visit The Hunt Museum which houses medieval religious carvings and ivory

Me al s: B

Dublin, IRELAND The Merrion Hotel Arrive in Dublin and be transferred to your luxury hotel. One of Dublin’s top guide will take you on a walking tour of Dublin to include Dublin Castle, the National Galley, National Museum, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Trinity College famous for The Book of Kells.

Discover County Wicklow, known as the Garden of Ireland with miles of rolling hills, mountains and waterfalls. Explore Glendalough, the valley of two lakes, where you will see the round towers, cathedrals, high crosses and enjoy a truly memorable stroll through the valley.

DAY 3

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Kilkenny Mount Juliet Hotel Drive to Kildare for a stop at The National Stud, home of Irish race horses, and the world famous Japanese Gardens on Tully Estate. Continue to Kilkenny with a visit at Kilkenny Castle, a 12th century castle which is now managed by the people of Ireland. There are ornamental gardens on the city side of the castle, and extensive land and gardens to the front. It has become one of the most visited tourist sites in Ireland. Part of the National Art Gallery is on display in the castle.

DAY S 4 – 5

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Kenmare Park Hotel Kenmare Today’s visit will be the Turin House where you will have an opportunity to have tea with one of the Jameson sisters, who are the ninth generation direct descendents of John Jameson, synonymous with Irish Whiskey. Take in the scenic highlights of Ireland with the Ring of Kerry, with stunning seaside, mountains and velvet green golf courses all around you. Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney, one of Ireland’s greatest treasures.

Me al s: B

Cong Ashford Castle Drive to Ashford Castle with a stop at Listowel, one of Ireland’s 26 Heritage towns and is described as the Literary Capital of Ireland. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, a sheer precipice, and one of the most impressive stretches of the coast of West Ireland. Continue towards Cliffden and the Connemara, where cottages nestle into hillsides and sheep freely graze.

Me al s: B

Newmarket-on-Fergus Dromoland Castle Continue to Limerick to visit the Hunt Museum and then on to Adare Village, renowned as Ireland’s prettiest village. Thatched cottages line its broad street, punctuated with beautiful stone buildings and picturesque ruins. On Day 9 you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home or your next destination.

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Italy

ROME

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FLORENCE

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VENICE

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Rome Ends: Venice

Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Tour historic Rome: the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, the Coliseum

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy: • Make a wish at the Trevi Fountain and climb the Spanish Steps • Experience the Uffizi Gallery, a preeminent art gallery • Take day trips to Siena, San Gimignano, Lucca, and Pisa • Walk through famous Saint Mark’s Square • Visit the islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello

DAYS 1 – 3

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Low Season: $8,295

(JAN – MID MAR, AUG, MID NOV – DEC)

$8,995 High Season

(Mid MAR – JUL, SEP – Mid NOV)

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Rome, ITALY Bernini Bristol From the Coliseum in Rome to the charming canals of Venice, this is a dream come true for anyone who appreciates the finer things in life. Stroll the streets of Florence and see the light on hillsides that inspired many timeless paintings. Arrive in Rome where you will be met and transferred to your luxury hotel.

When in Rome, you will have the opportunity to see the wonders of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Cathedral. In this timeless and ancient city, visit the Roman Forum, the Coliseum, the Pantheon, amazing temples, and old original streets and markets. Wander Capitoline Hill, Palatine Hill, Marcellus Theater, Circus Maximus, and time permitting, the Appian way and its Catacombs. No Roman visit is complete without the Trevi Fountain, Navona Square, Spanish Square, People Square, and the Basilicas of St. John, St. Paul, and St. Mary Major.

DAYS 4 – 7

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Florence Grand Hotel Villa Medici Enjoy a strolling tour of Florence through the religious center of the city to visit the Duomo.

Walk through Piazza della Signoria and see the splendid Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery. In Uffizi, admire numerous works of art by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Titian, Caravaggio. Take day tours to Siena, San Gimignano, Lucca, and Pisa.

DAYS 8 – 1 0

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Venice Hotel Centurion Palace Take a walking tour of San Marco and Doges’ Palace through the heart of Venetian history, including St. Marks Square. Tour the trio islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello.

Murano is famous for its glassworks where you can admire the master artisans at work.

Stroll the island of Burano with its brightly colored houses and world-famous lace. Visit nearby Torcello, almost completely uninhabited and home to the oldest monument of the lagoon: the majestic Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, founded in 639 AD and rebuilt in 1008 AD. On Day 10 you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home or to your next destination.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Sicily.

Please call for details.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Istanbul

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bodrum

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izmir

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Antalya

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Cappadocia

Turkey

2016 Prices

10 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Istanbul Ends: Istanbul

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

Inclusions & Highlights:

Low Season: $8,595 (JUL & AUG)

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Take in the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul

High Season: $8,995 (OCT) Intra-tour Air: $750

DAY S 1 – 3

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• Enjoy Cleopatra’s Pool and the Calcium Cliffs of Hierapolis • Walk the Marble Road in Ephesus • Experience a hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia

Me al s: B

Istanbul, TURKEY Four Seasons Sultanahmet Hotel On arrival in Istanbul you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Visit the famed Hippodrome Square Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica of Saint Sophia.

Visit the most prestigious edifice Dolmabahce Palace which is the nation’s special pride.

Take in the Grand Bazaar where you will have an opportunity to shop. This evening enjoy a private boat cruising on the waters of the Bosphorus.

Me al s: B

Istanbul / Bodrum Kempinski Barbaros Bay Fly to Denizli where you will be met for transfer to Bodrum via the ancient city of Hierapolis. Tour the Gate of Domitianus and the Byzantine Baths. Enjoy Cleopatra’s Pool and the Calcium Cliffs. In Bodrum visit the Crusaders’ Castle of St. Peter’s and the Mausoleum of King Mausoleus.

DAY 6

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Bodrum / Izmir Swissotel Travel to the small town of Selcuk and stop at the remains of the Tmeple of Artemis. Visit the best preserved Roman city of Ephesus to walk the Marble Road seeing the Temple of Hadrian, Terrace Houses, Library of Celsus, Basilica of Saint John and House of Virgin Mary.

Me al : B

Izmir / Antalya Kempinski The Dome Fly to Antalya. Visit the ancient cities of Perge and Aspendos and the Antalya Archaeological Museum.

DAY s 8 – 10

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Me als : B

Antalya / Cappadocia / Istanbul Tafoni Evleri Cave Hotel Transfer to Cappadocia visiting Konya en route to see the Mausoleum of Melana, founder of the Whiling Dervishes and the tile Museum of Karatay. In Cappadocia, visit the Goreme open air museum and the Kaymaklı Underground City. The highlights also include Pigeons Valley, Pasabag Valley and Ortahisar, the conic rock formations that locals have created many legends about and enjoy taking pictures of the fairy chimneys and valleys with rustic colors. Visit the studios of a pottery artist. Enjoy an early morning hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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Portugal

LISBON

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SINTRA

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EVORA

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OBIDOS

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PORTO

2016 Prices

8 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Lisbon Ends: Porto

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • See panoramic views of Discovery Mnuments and Belem Tower Tour Cascais, a lovely fishermen village, and the Estoril Coastline

• Experience Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoy a local wine estate • Visit Coimbra to see the oldest University in Europe and its impressive library • Enjoy a private river cruise aboard a Rabelo boat with wine and appetizers

DAYS 1 – 4

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Low Season: $7,995 (NOV – FEB) High Season: $8,395 (MAR – OCT)

M e a ls : B 1L

Lisbon, PORTUGAL Olippisso Palace Portugal, a country covered with international World Heritage Sites and blessed as one of the most relaxed and beautiful capitals in Europe. Discover the various historical landmarks and the many vineyards. Arrive in Lisbon, where you will be met and transferred to your luxury hotel.

Tour Lisbon and the Belem area with panoramic views of the Discovery Monuments and Belem Tower. Visit the Jeronimos Monastery and take a walking tour of the Alfama District. Venture outside Lisbon to Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a walking tour of the city center and for a privately guided visit of the Regaleira and Pena Palaces.

Visit the lovely fishermen village of Cascais and the Estoril Coastline. Stop at Queluz for a private visit to the Palace.

At the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Evora, visit the Cathedral, Bones Chapel, and St. Francisco Church. Visit a renowned Wine Estate and be treated to an olive oil tasting and a gourmet lunch. Then enjoy the wine cellars for a wine tasting.

DAYS 5 – 8

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Porto The Yeatman En route to Porto, visit the medieval town of Obidos, for a private walking tour inside the city walls. At Alcobaça, take a private visit to Alcobaça Monastery. Visit Coimbra for a tour of its historical center, and one of the oldest Universities in Europe, established in 1537.

Tour Porto’s historical center with visits to the Stock Exchange, St. Francisco Church, and Lello Library. Also included in the tour are visits to Casa da Musica and a private visit to Serralves Modern Art Museum. Enjoy a lecture on wine presented in a local wine cellar.

Tour the Douro Valley wine region and visit a local estate and enjoy lunch and lectured wine tasting presented by the estate’s owner. Weather permitting, enjoy a private river cruise aboard a typical Rabelo boat while enjoying appetizers and wines. On Day 8 you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home or to your next destination.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Spain.

See page 41.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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MADRID

2016 Prices

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SAN SEBASTIAN

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TOLEDO

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BILBAO

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BARCELONA

spain

11 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

Starts: Madrid Ends: Barcelona

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy: $8,795 Intra-tour Air: From $275

DAY S 1 – 3

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DAY S 4 – 5

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DAY S 6 – 7

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Inclusions & Highlights: • Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Explore Madrid’s world famous Prado Museum

• Enjoy a tapas tour in Madrid & a pintxos tour in San Sebastian • Private Wine visit in La Rioja with lunch • See Bilboa’s magnificent Guggenheim Museum • Tour Barcelona’s Boqueria Market, the bustling Las Ramblas and the Gothic Quarter • Marvel at Barcelona’s Gaudi Architecture

Me al s: B

Madrid, SPAIN

Hotel Palacio Del Retiro Arrive Madrid where you will be met and transferred to your luxury hotel. Take a walking tour of Madrid and enjoy its most interesting sights including the Prado Museum. Have a taste of Spain with an Insider’s Tapas Tour of Madrid led by an expert guide. Take in a Flamenco Show and spend time on own to further explore Madrid. Experience a full day tour to Toledo, a thousand-year-old city masterpiece created by various cultures including the Romans, Moors, Jews, and Christians, and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Me al s: B

San Sebastian Hotel Maria Cristina Fly to San Sebastian, arguably Spain’s most aristocratic city. Tour San Sebastian and take in the city’s most important and interesting sights. Enjoy an Insider’s Pintxos Tour with an expert guide introducing some of the best dishes and produce from this region of Spain.

Me al s: B 1L

Bilbao Hotel Marques De Riscal Tour Bilbao and explore the magnificent Frank Gehry designed Guggenheim Museum.

Enjoy a full day private wine excursion in La Rioja including an authentic lunch in a traditional Spanish restaurant.

DAY S 8 – 11

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Barcelona Majestic Hotel From Bilbao, travel by AVE High Speed train to Barcelona. Take a walking tour of Barcelona featuring visits to the city´s famous Boqueria Market, the bustling Las Ramblas, and the Gothic Quarter. Enjoy a private tour of Gaudi and Modernisme Architecture.

Gaudi’s work is one of Barcelona’s most significant features and can be found throughout the city. Spend some quality time exploring Barcelona. On Day 11 you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home or to your next destination.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Portugal.

See page 40.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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CENTRAL EUROPE

vienna, austria

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prague, czech republic

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berlin, germany

12 Days - Pre-Designed Travel Experience

2016 Prices

This itinerary can be modified based on your specific interests, preferred travel dates & budget

Starts: Vienna, Austria Ends: Berlin, Germany

Inclusions & Highlights:

Prices Per Person, Double Occupancy:

• Accommodations as shown • Meals as indicated in the itinerary • All transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car and driver • Your own personal expert local guides • Visit the Spanish Riding School in Vienna

• Cruise on the Danube • Cross the Charles Bridge after visiting the Prague Castle district • Walk through Prague’s Old Town Square • Enjoy lunch on the rooftop of Reichstag Glass Dome

DAYS 1 – 4

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DAYS 5 – 8

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$13,900

M e a ls : B

Vienna, AUSTRIA Hotel Imperial On arrival in Vienna you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Take a walking tour of the city visiting the Stephansdom and Hofburg Imperial Apartments. See the State Opera House and visit Kunstkammer and Maschmarkt. You will visit the famous Spanish Riding School to see either the morning exercises of the horses or a performance. Visit Schoenbrunn for a private tour of Bergl apartments, and them Belvedere Palace to see Klimt’s collection. Take a full day excursion to the Wachau Valley stopping in Krems, with a river cruise on the Danube to Duerstain and visiting local villages and a private wine cellar. Visit Melk and the Melk Monastery.

M e a ls : B

Vienna / Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC Four Season Prague Travel by private car to Prague visiting en route Cesky Krumlov. Tour Prague visiting Strahov Library, the Prague Castle District, Lobkowicz Palace and then walk tod to the Castle Gardens arriving at Lesser Town. Visit Kampa Island, John Lennon Wall and cross the Charles Bridge. A walking tour will take you to Old Town, the Jewish Quarter, Old Town Square and the Royal Route with a private tour of the Municipal House and Estate Theater. Optional tours include a visit to Terezin with a Holocaust survivor or hiking, biking or shopping.

DAYS 9 – 1 2

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Prague / Berlin, GERMANY Hotel Adlon Travel by private car to Berlin with a stop in Dresden visiting the Historic Green Vault and Old Masters Gallery. In Berlin take a walking tour to visit Gendarmenmarkt, Bebel Platz, Unter den Linden Holocaust Memorial, Pariser Platz and the Brandenburg gate. Enjoy lunch on the rooftop of Reichstag Glass Dome. Tour by car to see Hackesche Hoefe, East Side Gallery, Checkpoint Charlie,Posdamer Platz, Kurfurstendamm and Charlottenburg.

Take a full day excursion to Potsdam visiting Potsdamer parks, Ceclienhof Palace with a private motoryacht experience.

Add to the experience of your journey with an extension to Dresden, Germamy.

The Pre-Designed Private Travel Experiences includes deluxe accommodations, meals as indicated, expert local guides, entrance fees, all transfers and sightseeing excursions by private car. Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air is subject to change. International air fare is additional. See page 49 for terms and conditions.

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YOUR WORLD , YOUR DESTINATION

Custom made JOURNEYS

Extraordinary, life-changing experiences await you in Africa and the Middle East that will touch your soul and awaken the senses.

Discover plains teeming with wildlife, become immersed in cultures with deep-rooted traditions, and explore remnants of ancient civilizations spanning thousands of years. Behold the natural beauty found throughout the region – from majestic falls to colorful desert sands, mountain vistas, and stunning coastlines. It’s simply magical!

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Easter Island

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SCANDINAVIA

For Those Who Love The Outdoors & Great Design

For those who love the idea of the great outdoors and are inspired by great design, Lakani World Tours can take you to visit Scandinavia and all that it has to offer. Plan to visit Denmark, Sweden and or Finland. Travel by plane, car, ferry or even dog sled to visit this amazingly beautiful area of the world. While the weather may be preferred in the summer, there is adventure to be enjoyed in the winter as well.

Your adventure may begin or end at any given point but might well begin in Helsinki, Finland where you will see and visit Esplanade Park, Market Square, Senate Square, Parliament, and a variety of museums. Copenhagen, Denmark is a sophisticated capital city that offers some of the most magical sightseeing.

Here you will see the Little Mermaid, the Royal Palace and visit Rosenborg Castle and Tivoli Gardens. From Copenhagen you can visit North Sealand and Viking Land.

Take the ferry to Stockholm, Sweden where you will visit the Vasa Museum, the Royal Palace, the Gamla Stan and the Skansen Open-Air Museum. You might venture from the capital to Gothenburg and Malmö. Continue on to Norway and its capital of Oslo where you can visit Frogner Park, the Viking Ship Museum and Munch Museum. End your journey in Bergen and point north in the spectacular scenery of the fjords.

Depending on your interests, the time of year you travel and how adventurous you are you might consider doing some of the following: • Travel by a variety of different methods throughout Scandinavia • Plan your trip for winter and a stay at the ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden, some 200 kilometers / 125 miles north of the Arctic Circle.

Here you may see the Northern Lights • The following activities are all available in Scandinavia: walking, cycling, horseback riding, golf, swimming, kayaking, ice fishing, snowmobiling and/or dog sledding • Charter a boat for a full day on the water in the fjords • Shop for high fashion and interior and household items with the latest design trends.

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Mongolia

For Those Who Love Adventure

One of the few remaining truly unique places on earth is Mongolia. For those who love the outdoors and some adventure this is the destination for you and Lakani World Tours can customize an itinerary that will include a visit to the steppes of central Asia.

Begin your adventure in Beijing, China where you will stop prior to your flight to Ulaan Baatar, Mongolia. As soon as you arrive in Mongolia you will know that you are some place special that few people make the effort to visit. You will tour the capital of Mongolia where you will learn the history of the country before leaving for the famous and exotic Gobi Desert. Considered one of the harshest environments on earth, with extreme temperature and seasonal changes, the Gobi is surprisingly full of wildlife. You may see gazelles, hulan, wild camels, antelope, argali sheep (largest on the planet), wild goats and the endangered Gobi bear – Mazaalai. The majority of Mongolia’s population of Bactrian camels live in this area and you will have an opportunity to ride one.

There is plenty to see and do depending on the amount of time you have including: • Visit Bayan Zag, the Flaming Cliffs, to explore the Gobi “Cemetery of Dinosaurs”. The area is most famous for the first-known discovery of dinosaur eggs. Petrified forests and remains of mammals, including the largest known mammal in the world, hornless rhinoceros, are also found here. Hike at the Moltsog sand dunes before spending a night in a ger.

• Visit the Yol Valley National Park with its stunning scenery and intriguing wildlife. Here you will visit a camel breeder camp. At Terelj National Park, a nature sanctuary, you will have an opportunity to visit Turtle Rock and meet some of the local people.

• Visit Karakorum, situated on the banks of river Orkhon, was the site of the imperial capital chosen by Chinghis Khan in 1220. The city, capital of the largest land empire the world has ever known, served as a supply point for the Mongol armies and was a cosmopolitan and multi-cultural place in its time.

The nearby Erdene Zuu Monastery was the first Buddhist monastery built in Mongolia.

• Visit a horse-breeder’s camp to explore the lifestyle of nomads, see the making of airag (the Mongolian traditional drink of fermented mare’s milk) and a horseback riding opportunity on Mongolian wooden saddles.

• Visit during Mongolia’s National Naadam Festival, if your travel dates allow, to see the displays of horsemanship, archery and wrestling.

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EASTER ISLAND Amazing Wonders

Easter Island is a magical mysterious place located in a remote area in the southeastern Pacific Ocean some 2,300 miles west of South America. A Chilean territory, Easter Island is a volcanic island known for its intriguing archaeological sites. There are approximately 900 monumental statues, called moai, created by the early Rapa Nui inhabitants during the 10th-16th centuries. In 1995 UNESCO named Easter Island a World Heritage Site, with much of the island protected within Rapa Nui National Park.

The moai are carved figures with oversized heads, often resting on massive rock altars.

Polynesian people most likely settled on Easter Island sometime between 700 to 1100 AD, and created a thriving and industrious culture as evidenced by the island’s numerous enormous stone moai and other artifacts. By the time of European arrival in 1722, the island’s population had dropped to 2,000–3,000 from an estimated high of approximately 15,000 just a century earlier. European diseases and Peruvian slave raiding in the 1860s further reduced the Rapa Nui population, to a very low number of inhabitants in 1877.

Begin your exploration with a stop at Rano Kao, one of three extinct volcanoes on the island whose crater is pocked with over 100 small lakes. Rano Kao was the second of the three volcanoes to erupt about 2.5 million years ago. Growing inside the crater are grapes, bananas, and totora, a reed used extensively for houses, boats and other uses.

Visit Rano Raraku, one of the most interesting archaeological sites not only on Easter Island but also in the entire world. Here you can find 396 moai in the quarry, which is an extinct volcano that has an amazing fresh water crater. Some of the statues are still encrusted in the rock of the quarry, never to be moved. Others are in a process of getting their backs finalized and highlighted and some are in the “staging area” waiting for the moving crew to bring the moai to its destined ahu. You will also see the largest moai ever carved, Te Tokanga or El Gigante, which measures a staggering 66 feet and weighs an estimated 220 tons.

Continue your drive to Ahu Tongariki, one of the most visually stunning sites on the island.

Not only is Tongariki the largest reconstructed site on the island; it is also the largest reconstructed temple in all of Polynesia. The site’s 15 moai were restored in the 1980’s after a huge tsunami came ashore in 1960 and tossed 80-ton moai as far as 1500 feet inland.

From the vantage point at Orongo, the curvature of the earth can be seen with an unending vista of the ocean. Orongo was restored in 1974 by William Mulloy, who reconstructed 47 houses, many of which had collapsed or had been torn down by treasure hunters. He also established the first set of trails through the site.

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Botswana Safaris

From Desert To Wetlands

Botswana, located in southwestern Africa, offers safari experiences unique to those you might find in East Africa or even South Africa. On arrival into the country through either Maun or Kasane, you will venture on to one or more of the safari lodges located throughout the country. Lakani World Tours can assist you in finding the perfect safari experience as you navigate Botswana’s diverse geography. From the waters of the Okavango Delta to Chobe National Park, the Savute Channel to the Kalahari Desert, your choices are endless.

• Okavango Delta - the world’s largest inland delta and one of Africa’s most fascinating safari areas. Moving from wetland to dryland will showcase the wonders of this unique ecosystem.

• Chobe National Park - has one of the largest game concentrations on the African continent, and is best known for its spectacularly large elephant population and close proximity to Victoria Falls.

• Savute Channel - is an area with high concentrations of elephant and lions, and sightings of all the other major predators including the endangered wild dog, leopard, cheetah and hyena. It is also known for excellent birding. This area is home to some very rare rock paintings drawn by the early San Bushmen.

• Kalahari Desert - is the ultimate remote safari destination. This arid region offers good numbers of ostrich and giraffe, herds of wildebeest, excellent cheetah and the Kalahari’s famous black-maned lions. Less easy to spot are the leopard and brown hyena.

Experience a safari and view the game in these various areas by land, air and water. This semi arid land is a year round destination offering stays in luxurious accommodations in environments that range from wetland to desert. Whether traveling alone, with a significant other, or with family or friends there will be plenty to do and experience while in Botswana. Excellent rangers will share their world with you as you see elephants, hippos, lions, etc. They will tell you about the flora and fauna of the areas you visit. Enjoy sundowners before dinner, perhaps in a traditional boma under the southern Africa skies.

Botswana is ideally suited to be done in conjunction with a trip to Victoria Falls with additional safari options in Zambia; the beaches of Mozambique; Etosha National Park, Damaraland and the Skeleton Coast of Namibia; and / or the cities, garden route, winelands and safari options of South Africa.

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GREECE

Historical, Cultural & Visual Splendor

A holiday in Greece will give the traveler an opportunity to visit the archaeological sites of ancient Greek history from the Paleolithic Era to the Roman Period, experience the city life of Athens and finish a tour in the lovely Greek islands. A tour of Greece will take you on an educational adventure of ancient history with a strong impact on Western civilization, and bring you fully into the here and now in cosmopolitan and sophisticated Athens and the Greek Islands.

On the Greek mainland, visit Athens city center, Syntagma Square, the Temple of Zeus, the Arch of the Emperor Hadrian, the iconic Parthenon and the imposingly impressive Acropolis. From Athens, venture to the Peloponnese and Delphi. Pass through the Corinth Canal. Visit the Mycenae’s, and Nauplion, the first capital of Greece and a very beautiful small town. Continue on to Mystras and the old castle-town of Monemvasia.

Time permitting, you may wish to visit the cradle of civilization of ancient Olympia. Or, continue on to Kalambaka to visit the Meteora monasteries which are spectacularly perched atop the rocky pinnacles in Thessaly. Or, Mount Olympus en route to Thessaloniki.

Finish your vacation in Greece spending few days on one or more of the beautiful Greek islands – most popular and most often visited are Santorini, Sifnos, Crete and Mykonos.

• Run a lap at the Stadium, where the first modern Olympics were held.

• Marvel at the archaeological sites, ancient theaters and unique architectural diversity of Greece.

• Experience a full day tour to Diros Caves at Gytheion Port, one of the prettiest lake caves in the world.

• Take a horse-back ride through the old stone built villages.

• Travel between islands by high speed boat.

• Relax on a private catamaran cruise.

• Consider a friend / family cruise on some of the best yachts sailing the Greek waters.

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Terms & Conditions Reservations and Payments: Deposits and payments for our Select Tours for Independent Travelers, and Custom Made Tours vary according to the individual itinerary. We may require a non-refundable planning fee that will automatically be credited to your final payment. Final payment is due no later than 90 days for journeys without trains and cruises. For journeys that include a train or cruise, the final payment is due at least 120 days prior to departure. Payments may be made by check, American Express, VISA or MasterCard. Payments for internal air requirements are subject to the policies of the airlines involved and will be advised at the time of confirmation.

Custom Made and Private Jet Tours have their own terms and conditions. Please ask for details.

Holiday supplements may apply to the Select Tours for Independent Travelers.

Refunds & Cancellation Policy: All requests to cancel confirmed reservations must be received in writing. Cancellation fees are applicable to land, cruise, rail, intra-tour air, single supplements and extension of any extra services.

Journeys that do not include a train or cruise: Cancellations received: 90 or more before departure

89 - 60 days before departure

59 - 30 days before departure

29 - or less and en route

Cancellation fee: $250.00 per person 20% of program cost 50% of program cost 100% of program cost

Journeys with train or cruise in itinerary: Cancellations received:

120 or more before departure

119 - 90 days before departure 89 - 60 days before departure 59 - or less and en route

Cancellation fee: 10% of program cost 20% of program cost 50% of program cost 100% of program cost

Lakani Tour price includes: Hotels: Based on two people sharing a room in deluxe or best available hotels. Single supplements apply for each journey for those requiring single accommodations and will be quoted at time of booking. Lakani reserves the right to substitute hotels for those named in the brochure when necessary.

Meals: Meals are included as indicated for each journey.

Sightseeing: All sightseeing shown in the itinerary with English speaking guide via deluxe airconditioned motorcoach where available or practical. Four-wheel drive vehicles may be used for sightseeing or safaris in certain areas such as Africa, as indicated in the itinerary. Entrance fees are included throughout.

Transfers: Individual arrival and departure transfers between airport and hotel to join and leave the journey.

Luggage: Transportation and transfer of two medium suitcases, except where mandated by air carriers. Overweight charges imposed by an airline will be borne by the traveler.

Medical Emergency Evacuation Insurance: $50,000 medical evacuation insurance in the event that an injury or illness occurs during the course of a journey outside of the insured person’s home country necessitates emergency evacuation of the insured traveler.

Port Taxes: All port taxes on cruise portions of itineraries Lakani Tour price does not include: Air transportation and related fees (except as indicated in the itinerary); airport taxes; passport and visa expenses; personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone calls, and alcoholic beverages and any other items not specifically noted as included.

Travelers’ Responsibility: Lakani considers the Selected Tours for Independent Travelers and Custom Made tours to be active. Travelers are responsible for assuring that they do not have any physical or other condition that could endanger themselves. Some excursions may include long walks and climbing stairs, and is sometimes an essential part of your journey. All travelers are expected to be in good health. Riding in 4WD vehicles on rough terrain or unpaved paths can aggravate back conditions. Flying aboard small aircraft is required in some areas. Please advise us in writing of any health issues or limitations at the time of making your reservations. Lakani World Tours reserves the right to right to decline to accept anyone on a journey.

Passports / Visas: You are responsible for obtaining any travel documents/visas and verifying entry requirements necessary for each country of travel and/or transit on your selected journey.

Requirements vary with respect to each traveler’s citizenship. Lakani will not assume responsibilities for notice of countries’ current requirements. You are responsible for any expenses incurred as a result of the delays or itinerary changes related to your lack of appropriate travel documents. Lakani will provide visa information applicable to your selected journey, however it is your responsibility to obtain the necessary visas for the countries visited.

Unused Services: If you make any changes to any portion of your Selected Independent Journey or Custom Made Tour after the departure, such changes will be completely at your own expense.

Refunds will not be paid for services provided in the journey prices not utilized by you.

Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited at group meals, on buses and during all group activities.

Guaranteed Departures: Lakani Tours are guaranteed when deposit has been accepted, except in case of force majeure, which includes any event that impedes the operation of the itinerary or may endanger travelers, and circumstances beyond the control of Lakani World Tours, among other things.

Private Jet tours are exempt from the guaranteed departures policy.

Airfares: All airfares are subject to change in accordance with airline tariffs and are subject to currency fluctuations and/or fuel surcharges. Lakani World Tours shall not be responsible for air ticket cancellation fees due to itinerary or departure changes or cancellations.

Airline Baggage Regulations: Each airline has its own rules regarding baggage allowance. Number, size and weight limitations of suitcases can vary by airline, class of service and frequent flier status.

It is recommended that all travelers check with the individual airlines and/or their websites for up to date information. Luggage exceeding the maximum restrictions is subject to expensive overage fees or is at risk of being left behind. Luggage allowance may be restricted within a country by regional airlines or air charter companies. Please refer to your final credentials for those restrictions. Lakani World Tours cannot be held liable for fees or inconveniences imposed by the airlines.

Prices: Lakani Independent prices include planning, handling and operational charges, and are based on current exchange rates, tariffs and taxes as of August 2015. Lakani World Tours reserves the right to increase tour prices to cover increased costs after prices are published, and to reflect fluctuations in foreign exchange markets. Lakani is under no obligation to provide a breakdown of costs involved in any Independent , Custom Tour or Private Jet program.

Insurance: Lakani World Tours cannot be held responsible or liable for loss, damage, or theft of luggage or personal belongings, nor for personal injury, accident, or illness. Therefore, we strongly suggest that you purchase LakaniCare Gold protection plan, which includes cancellation, delay and baggage insurance in order to protect your travel investment. Information on the insurance program will be sent to you at time of deposit. Insurance premium payments and refunds are subject to policies of the insurance carrier. Lakani will only reimburse according to this cancellation policy.

We will not be responsible for any amounts not covered by or denied by the Travel Protection provider.

Health & Inoculations: Inoculation requirements and recommendations often change, therefore we strongly recommend that you contact your personal physician, local Health Department, or the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta, Georgia, and advise them of the international destinations you will be visiting. (404) 322-4559 or www.cdc.gov/travel) Responsibility: Lakani World Tours and its employees, independent contractors and representatives act only as agents in arranging hotels or lodging, transportation, ground handling, restaurants, or other travel services and in no way shall be held liable in the event of failure by any person or company to render services to travelers, nor shall they be held liable for any negligent or willful act by any such person or company. Furthermore, neither Lakani World Travel Inc (DBA Lakani World Tours) nor its employees, independent contractors or agents shall be held liable or responsible for any injury, loss, death, or damage to personal property in connection with any goods or services provided, resulting from force majeure, acts of God, civil unrest, acts of war, terrorist activities, labor strikes, or mechanical failure of transport while traveling. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, Lakani World Tours reserves the right, without notice, to withdraw any or all parts of a tour and or to make such changes as may be necessary. The extra cost, if any, for such changes will be the responsibility of the traveler. In regard to credit card payments for travel services to Lakani World Tours, the traveler (and or cardholder or cardholder’s authorized representative) will hold Lakani World Tours and its employees, independent contractors or representatives harmless for any or all charge-backs exercised by them or their credit card companies, originating from any complaints regarding travel services or involving refund requests of monies paid when insurance was not purchased, or for any reason whereby the traveler did not utilize any portion of the prepaid travel services, or any other reasons whatsoever.

Arbitration Resolution: Any controversy or claim arising out of, or relating to, any services arranged by Lakani World Tours shall be resolved solely by binding arbitration in Orange County, California, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Acceptance of initial travel services and payment of monies to Lakani World Tours will constitute agreement by the traveler(s) of these Terms & Conditions.

California law requires sellers of travel to be bonded. Lakani World Tours is bonded through Great American Insurance and is a participant in the California Travel Consumer Restitution Corporation, TCRC fund.

Agreement: Your payment to Lakani World Tours constitutes your acceptance of the aforementioned terms and conditions and the information stated in the pre-departure tour documentation.

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