2022/23 Royal Scenic Tour Brochure

ASIA Asia & & 2022/23

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We invite you on these Royal Scenic® journeys through our 2022/23 Asia and the World tour brochure, which offers a wide range of packages throughout Asia, the Indian Sub-continent, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and the South Pacific.

In our new edition, we have added some new tours to less travelled yet fascinating destinations as well as enhanced some of our popular vacation programs adding greater value that covers more ground and at optimal prices. We have also included cityscapes to charming cities across Europe, magnetic cities in the US and the mystical Middle East.

With a history of delivering exceptional travel experiences and serving our customers with care, Royal Scenic® has established a strong reputation that is recognized and respected in Canada and internationally. Along with our unparalleled network of partners worldwide, we invite you to join us on an inspiring journey of discovery in the upcoming year.

To learn more about our tours and services, we invite you to send us an email at rshtours@royalscenic.com or visit our website royalscenic.com, we are confident we will find the perfect package to fit your needs.

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Experience Luxury at its finest

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Experience more with short stays

Visit remote destination at ease

A getaway for couples

Discover Two Cities in One Trip

Explore our neighbour South of the border

Enchanting tours across the Atlantic

We can customize your tour for as few as two passengers.

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CONTENTS ASIA

SOUTH PACIFIC

Best of China...........................................................1 Best of China with Yangtze ......................................2 Grand Silk Road.......................................................3 Chengdu / Hangzhou/Suzhou add on........................4 Cityscapes - China...................................................5

Highlights of Australia & New Zealand NEW ....37-38

Australia / New Zealand

China

Japan Japanarama: Highlights of Japan............................6 Japanarama: World Heritage Japan...........................7 Hokkaido, Okinawa add on.......................................8 Cityscapes - Japan, Korea, Taiwan ............................9

Singapore & Bali City and Paradise: Singapore & Bali.......................25 BaliRibbean ...........................................................26

Taiwan

Cityscapes - USA...................................................39

Enchanting Taiwan.................................................10

SOUTH AMERICA

Korea Korea Insights........................................................11 Jeju Island / PhiliRibbean ......................................12

Argentina & Brazil Uncovered NEW ........................41 Colonial Mexico NEW .............................................42 Inca Explorer: Machu Picchu..................................43

INDOCHINA

Vietnam/Cambodia/Laos/Myanmar

Philippines Philippines Gems...................................................13 Philippines Passion...............................................14

EUROPE

Charming Italy NEW .............................................44 Cityscapes - Europe................................................45

Highlights of Vietnam............................................27 Highlights of Vietnam with Cambodia / Laos..........28 World Heritage of Indochina..............................29-30 Cityscapes - Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar....31 Myanmar Revealed / Sri Lanka add on NEW ..........32

Thailand

MIDDLE EAST

ThaiMazing Cultural Odyssey......................... .........15 ThaiMazing Adventure...........................................16 Cityscapes -Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore...............................................17 ThaiRibbean..........................................................19

Turkish Delights.....................................................47 Dazzling Arabia: United Arab Emirates...................48 Israel: Tour the Holy Land.......................................49 Ancient Wonders of Egypt NEW .............................50 Cityscapes - UAE, Turkey, Egypt, Africa...................51

Malaysia Malaysian Escapade..............................................20 Malaysia Journey....................................................21 MalayRibbean & MaldiRibbean..............................23 Prestigious Southeast Asia Experience.............23-24

NORTH AMERICA

INDIAN SUBCONTINENT India

The Best of India.....................................................33 Extension: Kerala God's Own Country NEW ............34 Nepal / Bhutan add on NEW ..................................35 Cityscapes - India, Sri Lanka, Fiji Island, Australia ................................................................36

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BEST OF CHINA

Flights

3

No. of Nights Stay

Beijing

Arrival City

Beijing, Xian & Shanghai

2

Xian Shanghai

BEST

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the Forbidden City, Tian’anmen Square and the famous Great Wall of China • Visit The Bund, Yu Garden and Old Town in Shanghai • Stop at the majestic Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple • Experience the contrast of ancient and modern Chinese cities

SELLER

Holiday Inn Xian Big Goose Pagoda or similar In the morning, visit the Terra Cotta Warrior Museum and then visit the Xian Art and Ceramic Workshop. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with a noodle making demonstration.

In the afternoon, visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Ancient City Wall.

Day 6 Xian - Shanghai (B)

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board your flight to Shanghai. Arrive in Shanghai and transfer to your hotel.

Rest of the day at leisure.

Ambassador Hotel Shanghai or similar Arrive at Beijing International Airport, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

The Capital Hotel Beijing or similar

Day 2 Beijing (B/L)

Today’s tour starts at Tian’anmen Square, then visit the Forbidden City with its acres of elegant palaces, pavilions, courtyards and gardens. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Summer Palace and enjoy a cruise on Kunming Lake.

Day 7 Shanghai (B/L) Today enjoy a full day city tour of Shanghai and visit The Bund, Yu Garden, Old Town and the Shanghai Museum.

Enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Day 8 Shanghai - Departure (B)

After breakfast transfer from your hotel to the airport for your return flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

Day 3 Beijing (B/L/D) Highlight of today’s tour is the famous Great Wall of China. Visit Beijing Jade Carving Factory followed by lunch. In the afternoon, visit Sacred Way and Ming with over 500 years of history. Tonight, enjoy a delicious Peking Duck dinner at a local restaurant.

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Day 4 Beijing – Xian (B/L) Visit the majestic Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple.

Enjoy a traditional Beijing Noodle lunch. Then transfer to the airport for flight to Xian. Upon arrival in Xian, meet and transfer to your hotel and rest of day at leisure.

Day 5 Xian (B/L)

Day 1 Beijing Arrival

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PER PERSON

1860

8 Days

7 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes: • • • • •

Domestic economy airfare within China Return transfer between airport and hotel Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to China • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/medical/cancellation insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Travelers can enjoy a visa-free stay while transiting in selected cities for up to 144 hours.

BEST OF CHINA

3

Cruise Flights

Beijing

No. of Nights Stay

WITH YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE

Arrival City

Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Yangtze River Cruise, Yichang & Shanghai

2

Xian 2

Chongqing

Yichang

Shanghai

(Yangtze Cruise End)

(Yangtze Cruise Start)

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Cruise on Yangtze River through the famous Three Gorges • Excursion to Fengdu “The Ghost City” • Visit the Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China • Enjoy traditional Peking Duck and Sichuan flavored dinners • Visit the Terra Cotta Warrior Museum and Xian Art and Ceramic Workshop

Day 5 Xian (B/L)

In the morning, visit the Terra Cotta Warrior Museum and the Xian Art and Ceramic Workshop. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with a noodle making demonstration. In the afternoon, visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Ancient City Wall.

Day 6 Xian - Chongqing (B/D) Morning at leisure. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Chongqing. Upon arrival, meet your tour guide and enjoy a city tour. Then enjoy a Sichuan flavor dinner before transferring to the pier to board your cruise ship for your Yangtze River Cruise.

Victoria Sabrina or similar

Day 7 Yangtze River Cruise (B/L/D)

Day 1 Beijing Arrival

Arrive at Beijing International airport, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

The Capital Hotel Beijing or similar

Day 2 Beijing (B/L) Today’s tour starts at Tian’anmen Square, then visit the Forbidden City with its acres of elegant palaces, pavilions, courtyards and gardens. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Summer Palace and enjoy a cruise on Kunming Lake.

Day 3 Beijing (B/L/D) Highlight of today’s tour is the famous Great Wall of China. Visit Beijing Jade Carving Factory followed by lunch. In the afternoon, visit Sacred Way and Ming with over 500 years of history. Tonight, enjoy a delicious Peking Duck dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 4 Beijing - Xian (B/L)

Visit the majestic Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple.

Enjoy a traditional Beijing Noodle lunch. Then transfer to the airport for flight to Xian. Upon arrival in Xian, meet and transfer to your hotel, rest of the day at leisure.

Holiday Inn Xian Big Goose Pagoda or similar

In the morning, enjoy the magnificent scenery while cruising on the Yangtze waters. Morning shore excursion to visit Fengdu, the ‘Ghost City’. Return to your ship and continue your journey.

Day 8 Yangtze River Cruise (B/L/D)

This morning, cruise through the Yangtze’s limestone cliffs that create the famous Three Gorges - Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge. Shore excursion includes a river boat ride on the crystal-clear Danning River through the towering "Three Small Gorges". Return to your cruise.

Day 9 Yangtze River Cruise - Yichang Shanghai (B)

Disembark from Maoping Pier in the morning and transfer to Yichang airport for your flight to Shanghai. Arrive in Shanghai, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

FROM C$

PER PERSON

2660

11 Days

10 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Domestic airfare within China • Return transfers between the airport and your hotels • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admissions and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to China • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by the airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharges • Travel/medical/cancellation insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Shanghai’s climates resemble those of US southeastern coastal states, while Beijing’s climate is more like Chicago’s.

Ambassador Hotel Shanghai or similar

Day 10 Shanghai (B/L) Today enjoy a full day city tour of Shanghai, visit The Bund, Yu Garden, Old Town and the Shanghai Museum. Enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Day 11 Shanghai - Departure (B)

After breakfast transfer from your hotel to the airport for your return flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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GRAND SILK ROAD Beijing, Urumqi, Kashgar, Turpan, Dunhuang & Xian

Urumqi 2 Turpan 2 Dunhuang

Beijing

1 2

Kashgar

2

2

Flights

Xian

Train No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Boat ride on the lake with the view of snow-capped Boghanar Peak • Visit the Flaming Mountain and Mogao Grottoes • Visit the Ruined City of Jiaohe and the underground Karez Well • Stop at the Terracotta Warrior Museum followed by a Dumpling Dinner and Tang Dynasty Show • Experience a camel ride at sunset

Mercure Turpan Downtown or similar

Day 7 Turpan (B/L/D)

Today visit Sugong Minaret, The Flaming Mountain and Bizaklik Thousand Buddha Grottoes. Enjoy lunch and dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 8 Turpan - Dunhuang (B/L) Day 1 Beijing Arrival

Arrive at Beijing International Airport. Meet your local at leisure.

Beijing Capital Hotel or similar

Day 2 Beijing (B/L/SD)

Today’s tour is to the Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City with its acres of elegant palaces, pavilions, courtyards and gardens. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Summer Palace and enjoy a cruise on Kunming Lake.

Day 3 Beijing - Urumqi (B/L)

In the morning you will transfer to the airport for your flight to Urumqi. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant then visit the Xinjiang Museum. Transfer to hotel and check in for your stay.

Grand Mercure Urumqi Hualing or similar

Day 4 Urumqi - Kashgar (B/L) Travel northeast to the Heavenly Lake on top of Tianshan.

Enjoy a boat ride on the lake with the snow-capped Boghanar Peak reflecting in the clear lake water. Then visit Old Town and Er Dao Qiao Bazaar in Urumqi. In the evening, fly to Kashgar. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

Kashgar Jinjiang International Hotel or similar

Day 5 Kashgar (B/L/D)

Today’s tour starts in Kashgar at the Idkah Mosque. Then visit the Bazaar, Abakhoja Tomb and the Old City at Gaotai.

Day 6 Kashgar - Urumqi - Turpan (B/L/D)

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Depart Kashgar in the morning and fly to Urumqi. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to the train station for a highspeed train ride to Turpan. Upon arrival visit the Ruined City of Jiaohe and the underground Irrigation System at Karez Well.

In the morning take the high-speed train to Dunhuang.

Upon arrival, visit the Mingsha Hill and Moon Lake. At sunset you will take a short camel ride.

Silk Road Dunhuang Hotel or similar

Day 9 Dunhuang (B/L)

In the morning visit the Mogao Grottoes then have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, transfer and visit the Yumen Pass and tour westernmost remnants of the Great Wall. Return to downtown and visit the Night Market.

Day 10 Dunhuang - Xian (B/L/D)

Morning visit the Dunhuang Museum. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your flight to Xian. Arrive in Xian and transfer to your hotel.

Holiday Inn Xian Big Goose Pagoda or similar

Day 11 Xian (B/L/SD) The highlight of today is to see the thousand life-sized Terracotta Warriors and Horses at the Terracotta Warrior Museum. In the afternoon, visit the Shaanxi Historical Provincial Museum, Ancient City Wall and take an optional bicycle ride. In the evening, enjoy a Dumpling Dinner and Tang Dynasty Show.

Day 12 Xian - Departure (B) After breakfast transfer from your hotel to the airport for your return flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner SD – Special Dinner

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PER PERSON

7690

12 Days

11 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes: • • • •

Domestic airfare within China High speed train within China (Urumqi to Turpan) Return transfers between the airport and your hotels Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admissions and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International airfare from Canada to China • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharges • Travel/medical/cancellation insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Temperature may vary greatly between day and night in certain desert areas. It is necessary to pack a hat, sunglasses and sunblock to avoid being burnt.

CHENGDU Chengdu Day 1 Chengdu Arrival Arrive at Chengdu, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the evening at leisure.

Dorsett Grand Chengdu Hotel or similar

Day 2 Chengdu (B/L/D) After breakfast, visit the Panda Breeding Centre followed by lunch at the Bamboo Restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the People’s Park and Jinli Street, and then a Hot Pot dinner at a local restaurant.

CHINA - ADD ON Your Tour Package Includes: • Return transfers between the airport and your hotels • Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admissions and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International and domestic airfare to China • Travel/medical/cancellation insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

Day 3 Chengdu (B/L)

FROM C$

PER PERSON

1160

4 Days

3 Nights

In the morning, pick up for an excursion to Mt. Leshan.

Proceed to visit the Giant Buddha and go on a boat ride, lunch at a local restaurant. Return to Chengdu city and rest of evening at leisure.

Day 4 Chengdu - Departure (B) Enjoy free time before you transfer to the airport to board your onward flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

HANGZHOU/SUZHOU Beijing, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Shanghai Day 1 Shanghai – Hangzhou (L) Transfer to the train station and travel by high-speed rail from Shanghai to Hangzhou. Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon you will take a boat trip on the West Lake.

Return to your hotel late afternoon and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Zhejiang International Hotel or similar

Day 2 Hangzhou – Suzhou (B/L/D) In the morning you will visit the Lingyin Temple, Meijiawu Tea Farm, the Hefang Ancient Street and Huqingyu Pharmacy. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. After lunch you will transfer to the train station and travel by high-speed rail to Suzhou. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel where dinner will be served.

Your Tour Package Includes: • • • •

2nd class high-speed rail travel within China Return transfers between the airport and your hotels Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast Sightseeing tours with admissions and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International and domestic airfare to China • Travel/medical/cancellation insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

Su Yuan Hotel or similar

Day 3 Suzhou - Shanghai (B/L) Today’s tour of Suzhou will start at the Garden of Master Fishing Nets, and then a short cruise on the Grand Canal.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you will visit Suzhou Museum and the Institute of Silk Embroidery. You will then transfer to the train station and travel by high-speed rail back to Shanghai. Arrive and transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

FROM C$

PER PERSON

990

4 Days

3 Nights

Sunrise on the Bund Hotel or similar

Day 4 Depart Shanghai (B) Enjoy free time before you transfer to the airport to board your onward flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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CHINA - HONG KONG

BEIJING

4 Days

SHANGHAI

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

640

620

$

CHENGDU

4 Days

$

XIAN

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

480

470

$

$

GUANGZHOU

4 Days

HONG KONG

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

490

$

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

720

$

Price includes: 3 nights hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, roundtrip airport transfer, full or half day sightseeing tour. All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, double occupancy, minimun 2 persons and are subject to change without notice.

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JAPANARAMA:

Coach

HIGHLIGHTS OF JAPAN

Train No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto & Nara

2 2

1

Kyoto

Tokyo

Mt. Fuji /Hakone

BEST

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

SELLER

• Visit the Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace East Garden, Asakusa Kannon Temple and more

FROM C$

• Trip to Mt. Fuji’s 5th station at an altitude of 2,300 meters

PER PERSON

• Cruise along the pristine Lake Ashi

2890

6 Days

• Travel by Shinkansen (Bullet Train) to Kyoto

5 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes: Day 3 Tokyo - Mt. Fuji - Hakone (B/L/D)

Depart from Tokyo in the morning and travel by coach to Mt. Fuji. It includes a trip up to Mt. Fuji's 5th Station at an elevation of 2,300 meters, cruise the pristine Lake Ashi, and ride the Komagatake Ropeway which boasts great views of the surrounding Hakone National Park. You will then take a cruise on Lake Ashi before you transfer to your hotel in Hakone. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Note: Your luggage will be transferred directly from Tokyo to Kyoto. Please be sure to have your bag at the Bell Desk of your hotel by 7:30 am. You will also need to pack an overnight bag for your trip to Hakone.

The Prince Hotel Lake Ashinoko or similar

Day 4 Hakone - Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto (B)

Day 1 Tokyo Arrival

Upon arrival transfer to your hotel by airport bus. Rest of the day free at leisure.

Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa or similar

Day 2 Tokyo (B/L) After breakfast, get to the tour meeting point on your own for a half day city tour in Tokyo visiting Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace East Garden, Asakusa Kannon Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street, Tokyo Skytree, Sora-machi Shopping Mall and Tokyo Bay Cruise. Your tour will end at Shimabashi Station where you will have the rest of the day at leisure. Your tour guide will give you details on how to make your own way back to your hotel.

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to Odawara station and travel by Shinkansen (Bullet Train) to Kyoto.

Arrive at Kyoto and meet your local representative, transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, travel from Kyoto by train to Nara. Once there you will go on a walking tour and visit sights including Todaiji Temple, home of the Great Buddha, Nara Deer Park and Kofukuji Temple. Travel back to Kyoto and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.

• Shuttle transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International airfare from Canada to Japan • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, Travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Late spring (March to May) and late autumn (September to November) are generally the best times to visit Japan. Visitors do not need to tip their taxi driver, waiter, hotel porter or maid.

Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto or similar

Day 5 Kyoto (B/L)

After breakfast, join a full day city tour of Kyoto and visit the Kinkakuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Sanjusangendo Hall and Kiyomizudera Temple.

Day 6 Kyoto Departure (B) Today bid farewell to Japan. Transfer from your hotel to Osaka Kansai airport for your return flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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JAPANARAMA:

Coach

WORLD HERITAGE JAPAN

Tokyo, Takayama, Shirakawago, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nara, Mt. Koya, Osaka

Train No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Kanazawa Kyoto Osaka

1 2

3

Tokyo

Takayama/ Shirakawago

3

1 1

Mt. Koya

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Tour the Imperial Palace East Garden, Asakusa Kannon Temple, Todaji Temple and more • Take the Shinkansen (Bullet Train) to Nagoya • Visit ‘Gassho-zukuri’ style homes and Ryokan – Japanese-style inn • Travel by cable car to the famous Mt. Koya

Day 1 Tokyo Arrival

Arrive at Narita airport, your local representative will assist with your airport bus transfer to your hotel. Arrive at hotel and rest of the day at leisure.

Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa or similar

Day 2 Tokyo (B)

Tour starts at Meiji Shrine. Drive by the National Diet Building and stop for a brief visit to the Imperial Palace East Garden. Continue to Asakusa Kannon Temple and the many colorful stores that line the Nakamise walkway. Your tour ends at Tokyo Station and rest of the day at leisure.

Day 3 Tokyo (B)

Spend the full day at leisure, exploring Tokyo on your own.

Day 4 Tokyo - Takayama (B/D)

Make your way to the station and board your Shinkansen (Bullet Train) to Nagoya. Upon arrival in Nagoya connect to a regional train to Takayama. Arrive at Takayama and make your way to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Hotel Associa Takayama Resort or similar

Day 5 Takayama - Shirakawago (B/D) Morning at leisure. Early afternoon, travel by bus from Takayama to Shirakawago, a village known for its distinctive ‘Gassho-zukuri’ style homes. Arrive in Shirakawago and make your way to your ‘Ryokan’ - Japanese-style inn. Afternoon free time to explore the village.

Minshuku or similar

Day 6 Shirakawago - Kanazawa (B)

After breakfast, travel by bus from Shirakawago to

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Kanazawa. Arrive at Kanazawa and make your way to your hotel. Explore Kanazawa on your own.

ANA Crowne Hotel Kanazawa or similar

Day 7 Kanazawa - Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto (B) Spend the morning at leisure. In the afternoon travel by train from Kanazawa to Kyoto. Transfer to your Kyoto hotel. In the afternoon travel from Kyoto by train to Nara and take a walking tour to visit Todaiji Temple, Nara Deer Park and Kofukuji Temple.

Travel back to Kyoto and rest of the evening at leisure.

Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto or similar

Day 8 Kyoto (B/L)

After breakfast, join a full day coach tour of Kyoto including Kiyomizu Temple, Sanjusan Gendo, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama, Tenryu Temple and Kinkakuji Temple. Your tour ends at Kyoto Station and rest of the day at leisure.

Day 9 Kyoto (B)

Spend the full day at leisure exploring Kyoto on your own.

Day 10 Kyoto - Mt. Koya (B/D)

Meet your local representative who will assist with your transfer from Kyoto to Shin-Imamiya by train and then travel by cable car to Mt. Koya. Upon arrival check in to your Ryokan. The rest of the day at leisure.

Henjokoin or similar

Day 11 Mt. Koya - Osaka (B)

Enjoy free time before you travel down the mountain by cable car. Then travel by train to Osaka. Arrive at Osaka station and make your way to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

Hotel Hankyu Respire Osaka or similar

Day 12 Osaka - Departure (B) Free time before you transfer to the airport to board your return flight back to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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FROM C$

PER PERSON

4190

12 Days

11 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International airfare from Canada to Japan • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadians do not need a visa for stay up to 90 days.

Don’t use one hand when giving or receiving cards.

HOKKAIDO Sapporo

JAPAN - ADD ON

Bus Terminal for your transfer to the airport by the airport limousine bus.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch

Your Tour Package Includes:

Day 1 Arrive Sapporo Arrive at the New Chitose airport. You will be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel by the airport limousine bus. Rest of the day at your leisure.

Mitsui Garden Hotel Sapporo or similar

Day 2 Sapporo (B/L) Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own way to Sapporo Station Bus Terminal. Enjoy a full day city tour in Sapporo visiting the Hokkaido Bank Main Branch, Otaru Canal, Tanaka Shuzo Brewery Kikko Gura, Kitaichi Glass Factory, Otaru Music Box Museum and Mt. Tengu Ropeway. Tour disbands at the Sapporo Station Bus Terminal.

• Return transfers between the airport and hotels by airport limousine bus • Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Joined sightseeing tours with admissions and meals as per itinerary • Multilingual audio guidance system during tour

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International and Domestic Airfare to Japan.

• Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses.

• Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff.

• Any items not specified as included.

Day 3 Sapporo (B/L) After breakfast at the hotel, make your way to the Sapporo Station Bus Terminal. Enjoy a full day tour excursions to Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya. Visit Lake Shikotsu, Mushroom Kingdom Otaki Branch, Usuzan Ropeway, Shikotsu Toya National Park, Silo Observation Deck and Nakayama Pass.

Tour disbands at the Sapporo Station Bus Terminal.

FROM C$

PER PERSON

890

5 Days

4 Nights

Day 4 Sapporo (B) Whole day free at leisure.

Day 5 Departure (B) Breakfast at the hotel. Make your own way to Sapporo

OKINAWA Naha Day 1 Naha

Arrive at Naha airport, meet by a local representative and transfer to the hotel by chartered taxi. Rest of the day at your leisure.

Hotel Royal Orion or similar

Day 2 Naha (B/L)

After breakfast, own transfer to Naha Bus Terminal for a full day tour to the Southern part of Okinawa. Visit the Shurijo Castle Park (admission fee excluded), Okinawa World, Cornerstone of Peace, Himeyuri Peace Museum and Itoman Roadside Station, your tour ends at Naha Bus Terminal, and you will have the rest of the evening at leisure.

FROM C$

PER PERSON

960

4 Days

3 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfers between the airport and hotels by chartered taxi • Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Joined sightseeing tours with admissions and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International and Domestic Airfare to Japan.

• Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses.

• Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff.

• Any items not specified as included

Day 3 Naha (B/L) After breakfast, transfer to Naha Bus Terminal for a full day tour to the Northern part of Okinawa. Visit the Kouri Beach, Nakijin Castle (admission fee excluded), Ocean Expo Park and Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. Your tour ends at the Naha Bus Terminal, and you will have the rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 4 Naha (B) After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to Naha airport by chartered taxi.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch

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JAPAN - SOUTH KOREA - TAIWAN

TOKYO

4 Days

KYOTO

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

1030

740

$

$

OSAKA

4 Days

FUKUOKA

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

760

690

$

$

SEOUL

4 Days

TAIPEI

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

560

$

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

460

$

Price includes: 3 nights hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, roundtrip airport transfer, full or half day sightseeing tour. All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, double occupancy, minimun 2 persons and are subject to change without notice.

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ENCHANTING TAIWAN Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Fo Guang Shan, Kaohsiung, Kenting, Taroko

Coach No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Taipei

Sun Moon Lake

3 1

Taroko Gorge

1

Fo Guang Shan 1

Kaohsiung

Taitung

1

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Vist Sun Moon Lake and enjoy the walking trails, biking, hiking or boating • Explore The East Coast National Scenic Area also known as “Taiwan’s Last Unspoiled Land” • Experience the lively Taiwanese Night Market • Tour Kenting National Park, Taroko National Park and more

Day 4 Sun Moon Lake - Fo Guang Shan Kaohsiung (B)

First visit the Xiangshan Visitor Center before driving to Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery, the most famous Buddhist sacred place in southern Taiwan. After lunch, drive to Kaohsiung which is the second largest city of Taiwan. The tour will take you to Love River and Liuhe Night Market.

Grand Hi Lai Hotel or similar

Day 5 Kaohsiung - Kenting - Taitung (B)

Morning tour to Kenting National Park, located at Taiwan’s southern tip. Stops will be made at Eluanbi light house, Maobitou, Chuanfan Rock and Longpan Park. Continue the drive to Taitung via Southern Link Highway. Enjoy natural hot springs at the hotel and rest of evening at leisure.

Hotel Royal Chihpen or similar

Day 1 Taipei Arrival

Arrive at Taipei airport, where you will be met by a local representative and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Howard Plaza Hotel or similar

Day 2 Taipei (B)

Today’s Taipei city tour begins at the impressive Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall and National Palace Museum.

Continue to Martyrs’ Shrine, Xingtian Temple and a photo stop at The Grand Hotel.

Day 3 Taipei - Sun Moon Lake (B)

Begin with a drive to Sun Moon Lake situated 762 meters above sea level in Central Taiwan. Tour will stop at the famous Wenwu Temple, Holy Monk Shrine and Ci En Pagoda. After the tour, enjoy natural hot springs at the hotel. You can also enjoy the walking trails, biking, hiking or boating at the lake.

Fleur De Chine or similar

Day 6 Taitung - East Coast National Scenic Area - Taroko (B)

Visit the East Coast National Scenic Area, known as "Taiwan's last unspoiled land”. Today’s tour will stop at Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, Shitiping (Stone Steps), marble factory and showroom. Late afternoon, proceed to Hualien for overnight stay at Taroko National Park.

Silks Place Taroko or similar

Day 7 Taroko - Taipei (B)

Taroko National Park is home to its famous gorge, created by the Liwu River which cuts deep into the mountains of solid marble. Later on, pass by the Tunnel of Nine Turns, Ci Mu Bridge, stops will be made at Swallow Grotto, Cihmu Bridge, Changchun Temple and Shakadang Trail. Then drive back to Taipei with a stop at Cingshui Cliff.

FROM C$

PER PERSON

1390

8 Days

7 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Taiwan • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian Citizen can enjoy visa-free stay in Taiwan for up to 90 days. Being mostly covered by mountains, Taiwan is a good place for hiking and walking trails.

Howard Plaza Hotel or similar

Day 8 Taipei - Departure (B)

Enjoy free time before you transfer back to Taipei airport to board your return flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast

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KOREA INSIGHTS

Coach Train

Seoul

Seoul, Gyeongju, Busan

No. of Nights Stay

3

Arrival City

1

Busan

Gyeongju

1

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum of Korea, Insadong-gil, Jogyesa Temple and more • Shopping at Myeongdong • Enjoy free time at Haeundae Beach • Sightseeing to Busan Tower and Jagalchi Market

Day 1 Arrive Seoul

Arrive at Incheon airport, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

TMark Grand Hotel Myeongdong or similar

Day 2 Seoul (B) Today you will visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum of Korea. Then pass by Blue House the presidential residence and stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Visit Insadong-gil, Jogyesa Temple, Myeongdong, and Bukchon Hanok Village.

Day 5 Busan - Seoul (B/L)

Enjoy a morning tour of Haedong Yonggungsa Seaside Temple and Dongbaekseom Island. Lunch at a local restaurant then transfer to Busan Station to board the KTX bullet train back to Seoul. Upon arrival at Seoul Station, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

TMark Grand Hotel Myeongdong or similar

Day 6 Seoul - Canada (B)

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to Incheon airport to board your onward flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch

Day 3 Seoul - Gyeongju (B/L)

Board the KTX bullet train to Shin-Gyeongju Station on your own and meet your tour guide for a half-day Gyeongju tour. Visit the Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju Folk Craft Village, Anapji Pond. Spend the rest of the at leisure.

The Suites Hotel Gyeongju or similar

Day 4 Gyeongju - Busan (B/L)

In the morning visit Daereungwon Tomb Complex and Cheomseongdae. Then transfer to Busan and enjoy free time at Haeundae Beach. Sightseeing includes Busan Tower and Jagalchi Market.

Commodore Hotel Busan or similar

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FROM C$

PER PERSON

2690

6 Days

5 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return private transfer between airport and hotel • Domestic train within South Korea on first class • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Private sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking driver - guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to South Korea • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens can enjoy a visa-free stay in South Korea for up to 90 days. Pack comfortable walking shoes and light clothing.

KOREA - ADD ON

JEJU ISLAND

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfers between the airport and hotel in Jeju • 5 Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Joined sightseeing Tours with admissions and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Jeju Island Day 1 Jeju Island Transfer to Gimpo airport on your own and board your flight for Jeju. Arrive at Jeju Island, meet your local representative and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at your leisure.

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International and Domestic airfare to Korea • Round trip Gimpo airport transfer service.

• Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses.

• Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff.

• Any items not specified as included

Ramada Plaza Jeju Hotel or similar

Day 2 Jeju (B/L) Begin your tour at Hallim Park and then visit Hyeongje Haean-ro Seaside Street between Mt. Songaksan & Mt. Sanbangsan, view the spectacular volcanic rock formations of Jusangjeolli Cliff. Next visit Cheonjeyeon Falls, composed of a three-staircase falls. Finally visit the “Mysterious Road” where objects and liquid appear to roll and flow uphill.

FROM C$

PER PERSON

1290

3 Days

2 Nights

Day 3 Jeju (B/L) Today visit the Jeju Folklore & National History Museum, Jeju Stone Park and Seongeup Folk Village. Then visit Seongsan Ilchulbong Sunrise Peak, followed by a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Asset, a Haenyeo diver show. Lastly visit Hamdeok Beach and when the tour ends, transfer to Jeju International airport for your flight to Gimpo airport.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch

PHILIRIBBEAN Palawan, Borcay Day 1 Arrival

DAILY DEPARTURE Royal Deluxe CAUAYAN ISLAND RESORT EL NIDO or similar

Arrive Palawan or Boracay and transfer to your hotel.

Twin $2,290 Single Supp $2,170

Relax and enjoy the many facilities of your Ribbean hotel and resort. Simply take it easy and enjoy your time at the beach.

Royal Preferred ASTORIA PALAWAN or similar

Day 5 Departure (B) Transfer from your hotel to the airport for your onward flight or return flight to Canada. Bon Voyage!

Twin $410 Single Supp $290

FROM C$ PER PERSON

410

5 Days

4 Nights

PALAWAN A collection 1,700 plus islands and islets, Palawan is rich in natural endowments - lagoons, caves, white sand beaches and limestone cliffs, lush forests and crystalclear waters that host thousands of species of marine life. The famous Puerto Princesa Underground River was declared as a World Heritage Site.

BORACAY Boracay has its thousand-hectare area with all the elements of a tropical paradise - crystal blue waters, powder white sand, liberal doses of tropical palms and flowering plants and a healthy marine life underneath the seas.

DAILY DEPARTURE Royal Deluxe SHANGRI-LA’S BORACAY RESORT AND SPA or similar Twin $1,130 Single Supp $1,000 Royal Preferred THE DISTRICT RESORT or similar Twin $840 Single Supp $720

Day 2 - 4 Palawan or Boracay (B)

B – Breakfast

Your Tour Package Includes: • Return transfers between airport and your hotel • Deluxe 5-Star or Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International airfare from Canada to the Philippines • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, visas and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

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PHILIPPINES GEMS Manila

3

Manila, Cebu & Bohol

Ferry Flights No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

4

Cebu

Bohol

BEST

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Tour to the Old Manila city and the old walled City of Intramuros and Fort Santiago • Visit the San Agustin Church, the Cultural Center Complex, the famous Bamboo Organ of Las Pinas Church and more • Excursion to the Tarsier Foundations, the historic Blood Compact Shrine, Chocolate Hills and more

Day 1 Manila Arrival

Arrive at Manila, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day will be at leisure.

TRYP Hotel Manila or similar

Day 2 Manila (B)

After breakfast take a city tour of Old Manila that includes visits to the old walled City of Intramuros and Fort Santiago.

Then drive by the San Agustin Church, the Cultural Center Complex and Makati Commercial Center.

Day 3 Manila (B)

SELLER

Day 4 Manila - Cebu (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cebu.

Arrive in Cebu and transfer to your resort. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Waterfront Cebu City Hotel or similar

Day 5 Cebu - Bohol - Cebu (B/L) Morning transfer to Cebu Port for a ferry to the Island of Bohol. Today’s excursion will introduce you to the wonders of Bohol including visits to the Tarsier Foundation, the historic Blood Compact Shrine, Baclayon Church Museum and the Chocolate Hills. Return to the hotel late afternoon.

Day 6 Cebu (B) Today you will tour the City of Cebu. Visit Fort Pedro and Santo Nino Church which houses the image of the Holy Child Jesus venerated by the Cebuanos as their Patron Saint. Then drive along the Avenue of Flags and up to Beverly Hills, a scenic subdivision to enjoy views of the entire city, finally visit the local Taoist Temple before returning to your hotel.

Day 7 Cebu (B) Enjoy a full day on your own to relax and enjoy the sun, the beach and the many facilities at your resort.

Day 8 Cebu - Departure (B) Enjoy free time before you transfer back to Cebu airport to board your return flight to Canada.

PER PERSON

8 Days

7 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Domestic airfare within the Philippines • Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International airfare from Canada to the Philippines • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

B – Breakfast L – Lunch

After breakfast, enjoy a 2 hour leisurely drive to the city of Tagaytay, admire the magnificent views of Taal Volcano, a small volcano whose crater houses another volcano, and the quiet surroundings of Taal Lake. After enjoying native refreshment, visit the world’s famous Bamboo Organ of Las Pinas Church and the Jeepney Factory. Return to Manila late afternoon and rest of evening at leisure.

13

1990

FROM C$

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GOOD TO KNOW Canadian tourist staying in the Philippines for less than 30 days do not need a visa. The best time to visit is during the dry season between November and April.

PHILIPPINES PASSION 4

Manila & Boracay

Manila

Flights No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

6

Boracay

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Tour Old Manila and the old walled City of Intramuros • Visit Fort Santiago, San Agustin Church, the Cultural Center Complex and more • Experience the Filipino culture at the interactive Motag Living Museum • Relax and enjoy clear waters of the beautiful islands of Boracay

Day 4 Boracay (B/L) Be amazed with the beauty of one of the most underrated places in Antique, Tibiao. Enjoy the activities and views of Tibiao, plunge into the cool waters of the Bugtong Bato River or trek to the waterfall, end the tour with a relaxing Kawa Hot Bath.

Day 5 Boracay (B)

Enjoy your day at leisure by relaxing at the beach or exploring the island on your own.

Day 6 Boracay (B/L)

Spend the day out on the clear waters of the beautiful islands of Boracay. Explore the beaches, swim or snorkel and see the different kinds of marine life up close.

Day 7 Boracay (B) Enjoy your day at leisure.

Day 8 Boracay (B)

Day 1 Manila Arrival

Arrive at Manila, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences or similar

Day 2 Manila (B)

After breakfast take a city tour of Old Manila including visits to the old walled City of Intramuros and Fort Santiago. Then drive by the San Agustin Church, the Cultural Center Complex and Makati Commercial Center. After your tour, return to the hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure

Day 3 Manila - Boracay (B)

Transfer to the airport to board your flight to Boracay. Arrive at Caticlan airport and transfer to your resort. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Boracay Ocean Club or similar

Today, join a private excursion to delve into the Aklan cultural heritage at the Motag Living Museum. Immerse yourself into the Filipino culture at this interactive museum tour. The tour includes a showcasing of traditional crafts, local farming methods, folk songs and native delights.

Day 9 Boracay - Manila (B)

Check-out and transfer to the Caticlan airport for your flight back to Manila. Upon arrival, meet our airport representative at Ninoy Aquino airport and transfer to your designated hotel.

Rest of the day at leisure.

Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences or similar

Day 10 Manila - Canada (B)

Enjoy free time before you transfer to the airport to board your flight back to Manila. Arrive at Manila International airport and transfer to your return flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch

FROM C$

PER PERSON

2290

10 Days

9 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Domestic airfare within the Philippines • Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 3-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to the Philippines • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Make sure you pack some slip-on shoes, light tops or t-shirts, a dry bag, walking shoes and underwater camera. Enjoy the exotic food and don’t put your wallet in the rear pocket.

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1

THAIMAZING

CULTURAL ODYSSEY

Bangkok, River Kwai, Ayuthaya, Uthai Thani, Sukhothai, Chiang Rai & Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai

Chiang Rai

2

Car Flights

1

No. of Nights Stay

Sukhothai

Arrival City 1

River Kwai

Uthai Thani

1

Bangkok 4

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Tour the “Temple of Dawn” (aka Wat Arun), the Royal Grand Palace, the flower market in Pakklong Talad and more • Experience the Chao Phraya River and the Klong (canals) • Enjoy a Lanna-style Kantoke dinner and a traditional Northern Thai dance performance • Visit the ancient Ayutthaya city, historical parks and ancient temples

Day 1 Bangkok Arrival

Arrive at Bangkok International airport. Meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel.

Mercure Bangkok Siam or similar

Day 2 Bangkok (B) Begin your tour at Wat Trimit, Wat Pho and the flower market in Pakklong Talad. Finally drive up Rajdamnern Avenue, lined with mid-century hotels and shops.

Day 3 Bangkok (B) Experience the Chao Phraya River and the Klong (canals) in a long tail boat. Stop by the “Temple of Dawn” (aka Wat Arun). Continue to visit the Royal Grand Palace and enjoy the afternoon at leisure.

Day 4 Bangkok - River Kwai (B/L/D) Visit at the Damnern Saduak Floating Market. Continue to Kanchanaburi (River Kwai) and board a train to travel the historical railway passing. Then visit the Hell Fire Pass and the JEATH War Museum. Take a long tail boat and transfer to your Jungle Raft for the night.

The Floathouse River Kwai or similar

Day 5 River Kwai - Ayutthaya - Uthai Thani

(B/L/D) Begin your journey northward to the ancient Ayutthaya city, historical parks and ancient temples. Proceed to Uthai Thani, home to the “Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Reserve” where you can encounter rare and endangered animals.

Uthai Lake Resort or similar

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Day 6 Uthai Thani - Sukhothai (B/L/D) After a visit to the morning fresh market, enjoy a boat ride along the Saka Krang River. Travel to Sukhothai and check in at your hotel. In the afternoon, tour Sukhothai and Sri Sat Chanalai Historical Park.

The Legendha Sukhothai Resort or similar

Day 7 Sukhothai - Chiang Rai (B)

Travel to the northern city of Chiang Rai. Upon Arrival, check in at the hotel and enjoy the day at leisure.

The Legend Chiang Rai Boutique River Resort or similar

Day 8 Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai (B/L/SD) Drive out of Chiang Rai to Mae Chan district and get into touch with ethnic groups emigrated from different parts of China and now settled down in northern Thailand.

After lunch, travel to Chiang Mai. Tonight, enjoy a Lanna-style Kantoke dinner and a traditional Northern Thai dance performance.

Aruntara Riverside Boutique Hotel or similar

Day 9 Chiang Mai (B/L/D) Spend the day at the Elephant Day Care Pattaya Farm, take part in training elephants, feed and bath them in the river. Then, enjoy a Thai picnic lunch in the middle of the forest. After lunch, return to the city to visit Phra That Doi Suthep Temple. Enjoy a local dinner in the evening at The Gallery Restaurant.

Day 10 Chiang Mai - Bangkok (B)

Today visit a local handicraft centre to see how traditional paper umbrellas are made. In the afternoon transfer to Chiang Mai airport for your flight back to Bangkok.

Mercure Bangkok Siam or similar

Day 11 Bangkok - Departure (B)

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner SD – Special Dinner

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FROM C$

PER PERSON

4220

11 Days

10 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Domestic airfare within Thailand • Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Thailand • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW The best time to travel to Thailand is during the cool and dry season between November and April.

Slip on shoes are preferable as you will have to take your shoes off frequently, especially when visiting temples.

THAIMAZING

ADVENTURE

Car No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Phuket, Elephant Hills, Rainforest Safari, Krabi 2

Phuket

2

Elephant Hill / Rainforest Safari 3

Krabi

BEST

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

SELLER

• Explore the mangrove forest by dinghy in Phang Nga • Interact with and feed the elephants at Elephant Hill • Jungle river canoe trip down the Sok River • Visit the Tiger Cave Temple and relax at the Emerald Crystal Lagoon

FROM C$

PER PERSON

1760

8 Days

7 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

Day 4 Elephant Hill - Rainforest Safari (B/L/D) Morning transfer to elephant camp. Participate in the “Elephant Experience” and get an up-close with these magnificent animals, interact with them and feed them.

Enjoy a buffet lunch and later take a jungle river canoe trip down the Sok River. Dinner and overnight at the resort.

Rainforest Safari Luxury Tent or similar

Day 5 Rainforest Safari - Krabi (B/L)

Day 1 Phuket

Arrive at Phuket International airport, where you will meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel.

Four Point by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort or similar

Day 2 Phuket (B) Spend a full day at leisure, relaxing at your resort or exploring the local area.

Day 3 Phuket - Elephant Hills (B/L/D) Transfer to Phang Nga province. Explore the mangrove forest by dinghy with outboard motor (speed cat). Optional, self-paddle canoes with life jackets are available to explore the smaller creeks. Then lunch will be served on a classical Burmese style junk. Spend the afternoon on a deserted beach. Late afternoon transfer to Khao Sok, dinner and overnight at Elephant Hills.

Elephant Hills Luxury Tent or similar

Today, explore the jungle by foot, weather permitting.

Lunch will be served in the rainforest cooked in bamboo.

In the afternoon, return to Elephant Hills then transfer to your hotel in Krabi. Check in to your hotel and rest of evening at leisure.

Deevana Plaza Krabi Aonang or similar

Day 6 Krabi (B/L)

After breakfast, join a full day tour to learn about Krabi.

First stop at the most renowned temple - Tiger Cave Temple (Wat Tham Sue). After lunch, enjoy a hot spring bath to relax. In the afternoon, walk the trails of a lowland forest, reach the Emerald Crystal Lagoon where you will be able to rest and swim. Return to the hotel.

• Return transfers between the airport and your hotel • Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admissions and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Thailand • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by the airlines • Any taxes, airport fees, fuel surcharges and visa fees • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens do not require a visa to enter Thailand for tourism or business stays that are less than 30 days. It is expected for you to bargain at small shops and with street vendors, but not at large department stores.

Day 7 Krabi (B)

Spend a full day at leisure, relaxing at your resort or exploring the local area.

Day 8 Krabi - Canada (B)

Enjoy free time before you transfer back to the airport to board your flight back to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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THAILAND - MALAYSIA - PHILIPPINES - SINGAPORE

BANGKOK

4 Days

CHIANG MAI

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

360

240

$

MANILA

4 Days

$

PALAWAN

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

390

430

$

KUALA LUMPUR

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

$

SINGAPORE

F R O M O N LY

330

$

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

410

$

Price includes: 3 nights hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, roundtrip airport transfer, full or half day sightseeing tour. All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, double occupancy, minimun 2 persons and are subject to change without notice.

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EXPLORE ASIA We’re proud to fly your clients non-stop between Canada and Asia aboard our state-of-the-art Boeing 787 featuring a three-cabin layout that includes Air Canada Signature Class.

AIR CANADA SIGNATURE CLASS

PREMIUM ECONOMY CLASS

ECONOMY CLASS

Air Canada Signature Class features superior prepackaged meals and beverage service, luxury amenities and more, including:

Premium Economy Class offers enhanced comforts, including:

Economy Class offers complimentary meals, and hundreds of hours of on-demand entertainment, plus:

• Executive Pods extending to an 80” lie-flat bed.

• State-of-the-art entertainment system with an 18” touchscreen and noise cancelling headphones.

• Priority airport services: airport concierge, expedited check-in and security clearance, priority baggage handling, and priority boarding.

• • • •

• An adjustable, foldable headrest for a better sleeping position.

• A two bag allowance.

A larger seat with extra legroom.

A personal touchscreen TV. In-seat power and USB port.

A dedicated cabin, with premium meal service and enhanced amenities for superior comfort.

• Priority airport services: priority boarding, check-in and baggage handling.

Contact your travel agency for more information

THAIRIBBEAN Phuket, Koh Samui, Krabi, Hua Hin

PHUKET

KOH SAMUI

Thailand's largest island, Phuket is blessed with magnificent coves and bays, and powdery, palm-fringed beaches, sparkling island-dotted seas, sincerely hospitable people, superb accommodation and seafood, delightful turn of the century Sino-Portuguese architecture; numerous sporting and leisure opportunities, a lush tropical landscape -- all of which combine to create a delightful ambience for a truly memorable holiday.

The premium island destination in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Samui was an unspoiled tropical paradise until the early 1970s, when the first tourists arrived. Today the island offers a range of accommodation and leisure activities, lush tropical forests and golden-sand beaches. As part of an archipelago of over 80 islands, Koh Samui offers some of the best kayaking trips in all of Thailand.

DAILY DEPARTURE

Royal Deluxe SALA SAMUI CHUENG MON or similar

Royal Deluxe HILTON PHUKET ARCADIA RESORT & SPA or similar

DAILY DEPARTURE

Twin $1190 Single Supp $1060

Twin $620 Single Supp $590 Royal Preferred CENTARA KATA RESORT PHUKET or similar

Royal Preferred OZO CHAWENG RESORT or similar Twin $600 Single Supp $500

Twin $520 Single Supp $520

KRABI Krabi Province, which lies along the coast of the Andaman sea in Southern Thailand, is a top tourist destination as a result of its plentiful natural attractions including, white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, extensive coral reefs, numerous caves and waterfalls, and over 130 islands. Major attractions are located largely along its extensive coastline, which contains several well-known beaches and bays, and numerous offshore tropical islands.

DAILY DEPARTURE Royal Deluxe TUB KAAK BOUTIQUE RESORT or similar Twin $820 Single Supp $790 Royal Preferred CENTARA ANDA DHEVI RESORT & SPA or similar Twin $540 Single Supp $520

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HUA HIN Established as a Royal Resort 100 years ago, Hua Hin has become one of the most popular resorts on the Gulf of Thailand. With its wide range of luxury hotels, excellent restaurants, and championship golf courses, and its clear blue water, Hua Hin has developed a reputation for luxury and a sense of timelessness.

DAILY DEPARTURE Royal Deluxe CENTARA GRAND BEACH RESORT & VILLAS HUA HIN or similar Twin $920 Single Supp $230 Royal Preferred LAKSASUBHA HUA HIN or similar Twin $710 Single Supp $690

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FROM C$

PER PERSON

520

5 Days

4 Nights

Day 1 Arrival Arrive at your ThaiRibbean destination and transfer to your hotel.

Day 2 – 4 Phuket, Koh Samui, Krabi or Hua Hin (B) Relax and enjoy the many facilities of your Ribbean hotel and resort.

Simply take it easy and have three great days on the beach.

Day 5 Departure (B) Transfer from your hotel to the airport for your onward flight or return flight to Canada. Bon Voyage!

B – Breakfast

Your Tour Package Includes: • Return transfers between the airport and your hotel • Deluxe 5-Star or Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Thailand • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, visas and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

MALAYSIAN ESCAPADE

Kotai Kinabalu

2

Flights

Kota Kinabalu, Mulu, Kuching, Semenggok Orangutan

No. of Nights Stay

1

Arrival City

3

Mulu

Kuching

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • View many species of plants and birds at the Kinabalu National Park • Explore the largest cave passage in the world at the Deer and Lang Caves • Visit the Semeggok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Fort Margherita, Tua Pek Kong Temple and more • Experience a traditional overnight stay at the longhouse with the Ibans natives

weather permits, be mesmerized by millions of bats which fly out of the cave each evening.

Mulu National Park or similar

Day 4 Mulu - Kuching (B/L)

Continue our exploration of Mulu caves with a boat ride to Clearwater Cave. Explore the Wind Cave and thereafter proceed to Batu Bungan Penan Settlement, to observe the tribe lifestyle and their handicraft heritage. Transfer to the airport for your flight. On arrival, transfer to your hotel.

The Limetree Hotel Kuching or similar

Day 5 Kuching (B)

Tour the City of Kuching viewing the Fort Margherita from the waterfront, drive by many historical buildings, the South City Hall, the Square and Round Towers, the Colonial Courthouse and General Post Office. Visit Tua Pek Kong Temple, visit to Sarawak Museum. Take a walk on the Waterfront with its outdoor cafes and watch sampans plying the Sarawak River ferrying passengers from one side of the river to the other.

Day 1 Kota Kinabalu Arrival

Arrive at Kota Kinabalu and transfer to your hotel.

Afternoon city tour to The Signal Hill, Likas Bay, the exterior of Sabah Foundation building, Buddhist Temple, State Museum, and the State Mosque.

Sabah Oriental Hotel or similar

Day 2 Kota Kinabalu - Kinabalu National Park - Kota Kinabalu (B/L)

Full day excursion to Kinabalu National Park, a botanist’s paradise with over a thousand species of orchids, numerous Rhododendrons, and pitcher plants as well as many species of birds. Take a nature walk to visit the exhibition hall and watch a slide presentation of the Kinabalu National Park and Mount Kinabalu

Day 3 Kota Kinabalu - Mulu (B/D)

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Mulu. In the afternoon proceed to the Park’s headquarter and take the 3 km raised plank walk to explore the Deer and Lang Caves – the largest cave passage in the world. The walk will take you through the peat swamp forest, and if

Day 6 Kuching - Semenggok Orangutan – Iban Longhouse (B/L/D)

Morning visit the Semenggok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, the only remaining green belt near the city which acts as a sanctuary for Orangutans. Enjoy a four and half hour’s journey to Batang Ai Dam passing rice fields, pepper plantations and local villages. Enjoy a boat journey for an Immersive overnight longhouse stay experience with the Ibans natives who were once fearsome headhunters of Borneo. Mingle and participate in their daily chores or go for a dip in the river. After dinner, get to know the Headman of the longhouse over a glass of rice wine, and be entertained with their traditional dances, learn the Ngajat, a graceful Warrior’s Dance.

FROM C$

PER PERSON

1290

7 Days

6 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Malaysia • Domestic airfare within Malaysia • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Bargain hunters are in for a good time as Malaysia is a shopper’s paradise. Experience shopping in night markets, side street stalls and the many shopping complexes.

Guesthouse (basic facility) or similar

Day 7 Iban Longhouse - Kuching (B/L)

Wake up to the crows of the roosters. Try your hand at handling the blowpipe and witness native past time games. In the afternoon, transfer to Kuching airport for your evening homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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MALAYSIA JOURNEY Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands, Penang

Coach

Penang

No. of Nights Stay

3

Arrival City

1

Cameron Highlands

2

Kuala Lumpur

BEST

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Photo stops at the King’s Palace, National Monument, Cenotaph and more • Visit the Petronas Twin Towers, the National Mosque, the Royal Selangor Clubhouse and more • Explore the tea plantations, beautiful sceneries and agricultural activities at the Cameron Highlands • Take a tour to the UNESCO site of Georgetown and visit the 3rd largest reclining Buddha

SELLER

agricultural activities. Tour of Cameron Highlands consists of the tea plantation, tea factory, marketplace and butterfly farm and Lata Iskandar Waterfall Strawberry Park Resort or similar

Day 4 Cameron Highlands - Penang (B)

Early morning set off to Penang. Enroute stop to view the Ubudiah Mosque, Iskandariah Palace and Istana Kenangan from the outside. Discover the Royal Town of Kuala Kangsar by a river cruise. Then see the unique process of keris (dagger) making, a dying art. Proceed to visit the The Sultan Azlan Shah Gallery and the Labu Sayong Center. Cross over to Penang, also known as the “Pearl of the Orient” via one of the longest bridges in the world.

Bayview Beach or similar

Day 5 Penang (B)

Today tour Georgetown, which has been official declared as a UNESCO site. Visit the 3rd longest reclining Buddha figure, Fort Cornwallis, The Clan Jetties at Weld Quay and Pitt Street. Visit the intricate Khoo Kong Si clan’s house and enjoy a trishaw ride. Return to the hotel and the rest of the day is at your own leisure.

Day 1 Kuala Lumpur Arrival

Arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a local representative and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Corus Hotel Kuala Lumpur or similar

Day 2 Kuala Lumpur (B)

Day 6 Penang (B)

Enjoy a day at leisure.

Day 7 Penang - Departure (B)

Enjoy free time until your transfer to Penang airport to board your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast

Tour begins with a photo stop at the King’s Palace, National Monument and Cenotaph. Continue to the Independence Square and pass by the Taman Tasik Perdana. Then a photo stop at the National Mosque and the Petronas Twin Towers before arriving at the Independence, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the Royal Selangor Clubhouse.

Day 3 Kuala Lumpur - Cameron Highlands (B) Drive north towards the Cameron Highlands, one of the cool highland retreats in Malaysia, famous for its tea plantations, beautiful highland sceneries, and 21

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FROM C$

PER PERSON

1070

7 Days

6 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes: • Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Joined sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Malaysia • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens do not require a visa to enter Malaysia for tourism or business stays under 90 days. Don’t forget proper attire at religious sites.

MALAYRIBBEAN Penang, Langkawi

LANGKAWI FROM C$

PER PERSON

280

5 Days

4 Nights

PENANG Labeled the “Pearl of the Orient”, Penang is located on the Northwestern coast of the Malaysian Peninsular. It offers a perfect blend of old charm and modern savvy, from interesting old buildings to modern skyscrapers.

Langkawi, “The Island of Legends” is a destination for those seeking tranquility and refuge from the hustle and bustle of city life. Beautiful beaches aside, Langkawi has been designated a duty-free port. Relax, soak in the sun and go on a shopping spree.

DAILY DEPARTURE Royal Deluxe PELANGI BEACH RESORT & SPA or similar Twin $450 Single Supp $420 Royal Preferred BERJAYA LANGKAWI RESORT or similar Twin $280 Single Supp $240

DAILY DEPARTURE Royal Deluxe SHANGRI-LA’S RASA SAYANG RESORT & SPA or similar Twin $600 Single Supp $550

Day 1 Arrival

Royal Preferred GOLDEN SANDS RESORT BY SHANGRI-LA or similar Twin $380 Single Supp $340

Relax and enjoy the many facilities of your Ribbean hotel and resort. Simply take it easy and have three great days on the beach.

Arrive at Penang or Langkawi and transfer to the hotel.

Day 2 - 4 Penang or Langkawi (B)

Day 5 Departure (B) Transfer from your hotel to the airport for your onward flight or return flight to Canada. Bon Voyage!

B – Breakfast

Your Tour Package Includes: • Return transfers between the airport and your hotel • Deluxe 5-Star or Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International Airfare from Canada to Malaysia • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, visas and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

MALDIRIBBEAN Maldives The Maldives is an archipelago of 1,190 coral islands grouped into 26 coral atolls (200 inhabited islands, plus 80 islands with tourist resorts) in the Indian Ocean. You can stay on a tiny island that has soft, sandy beach, sparkling turquoise lagoon and only a single dwelling. And if you plunge beneath the surface of the lagoon, you'll find extraordinary underwater scenery with an amazing variety of colorful reef fish. The luxurious escapes you'll find in the Maldives are not merely an accident of geography, but a matter of deliberate design. The Maldives is not a place for bargain hunters. Nevertheless, most travelers will find the unspoiled beauty and serenity they discover in the Maldives to be well worth the cost.

DAILY DEPARTURE Royal Deluxe CONSTANCE MOOFUSHI MALDIVES & SPA or similar Twin $6640 Single Supp $5820

FROM C$

PER PERSON

2640

8 Days

7 Nights

Royal Preferred CENTARA GRAND ISLAND RESORT & SPA or similar Twin $2640 Single Supp $1880

Day 1 Arrive in Maldives

Arrive at Male, Maldives and transfer to your hotel.

Day 2-7 Maldives (B or AI)

Relax and enjoy the many facilities of your Ribbean hotel and resort. Simply take it easy and have six great days on the beach.

Day 8 Depart Maldives (B) Transfer from your hotel to Male for your onward flight or return flight to Canada. Bon Voyage!

B – Breakfast AI – All-Inclusive

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfers between the airport and your hotel by seaplane • Deluxe 5-Star or Superior 4.5 star hotel accommodation • All-Inclusive Plan at the Constance Moofushi Maldives & Spa • Daily breakfast at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International Airfare from Canada to Maldives • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines.

• Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge.

• Travel insurance, visas and all personal expenses.

• Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff.

• Any items not specified as included

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PRESTIGIOUS SOUTHEAST ASIA EXPERIENCE Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Singapore, Bangkok & Hong Kong

Hong Kong 3

Bangkok Flights No. of Nights Stay

Kuala Lumpur

Arrival City

3

3

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Photo-stop at the Petronas Twin Towers and King’s Palace • Tour a local Handicraft Centre, Cocoa boutique, the National Museum, Marina Bay, Victoria Park and more • Visits to the night bazar, botanical gardens, jewelry factory, bargain shopping areas and more • Cruise down the Chao Phraya River • Explore the Tai-O fishing village and the Po Lin Monastery, site of the world’s largest Buddha statue

Day 1 Kuala Lumpur

Arrive at Kuala Lumpur International airport, meet your local representative and transfer to your deluxe hotel. The rest of the day will be at leisure.

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur or similar

Day 2 Kuala Lumpur (B/D)

The half day tour begins with a photo stop at the Petronas Twin Towers and King’s Place. Then visit a local Handicraft Centre, Cocoa boutique, National Monument, the National Museum and the National Mosque. Your tour ends at the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Return to your hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure. In the evening tour the open air bazaar of Chinatown and the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple. At the end of the tour you will enjoy a buffet dinner with cultural performances and dances.

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Day 3 Kuala Lumpur - Malacca - Kuala Lumpur (B/L)

After breakfast travel to Malacca, a historic colonial town and UNESCO World Heritage site. Drive pass the Bukit China. Stop to view the Sultan's Well before driving through the Portuguese Settlement. Visit ‘Porta De Santiago’ and the ruins of St. Paul’s Church. Next on the list is ‘Red Square’ and the Christ Church before proceeding for lunch. After lunch, visit the ‘Abode Merciful Clouds’ or the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. Lastly, take a stroll along the famous Jonker Street. Return to Kuala Lumpur in the evening.

Day 4 Kuala Lumpur - Singapore (B) After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Singapore. Upon arrival, meet your local representative for an afternoon tour of Little India, the Esplanade in Marina Bay, drive past the Financial District and Chinatown and visit Sri Mariamman Temple. Next proceed to the Singapore Botanic Gardens where the National Orchid Garden is located and visit a jewelry factory. The rest of the evening is free at leisure.

Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay or similar

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Singapore

3

Day 5 Singapore (B/D) Spend the day at leisure. In the evening you will depart on a tour of Singapore by night which includes dinner at a restaurant located on the banks of the Singapore River.

Enjoy beautiful views of the central business district via the Benjamin Sheares Bridge. Your next stop is the Bugis Street and stroll through the famous night bazaar. The night will end at the world-famous Raffles Hotel and try their signature cocktail, the ‘Singapore Sling’.

Day 6 Singapore (B) Enjoy a day at leisure.

Day 7 Singapore - Bangkok (B/D)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival meet by a local representative and transfer to your deluxe hotel. In the evening, pick up to enjoy fine dining onboard the most sophisticated barge, while sailing past the illuminated landmarks near the Chao Phraya riverside.

Shangri-La Bangkok or similar

Day 8 Bangkok (B)

Start the tour at Wat Trimit. Next visit Wat Pho and move on to the Pakklong Talad Flower Market. Finally drive up Rajdamnern Avenue and enjoy your afternoon and evening will be at leisure.

Day 9 Bangkok (B/L)

Depart Bangkok and travel to Ayutthaya. Start your tour at the Summer Palace and then continue to visit the magnificent ruins that Ayutthaya. At the end of the tour you will board a cruise ship and travel down

the Chao Phraya River back to Bangkok. A buffet lunch will be served on board. Arrive back in Bangkok and transfer back to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 10 Bangkok - Hong Kong (B) After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel.

Island Shangri-La or similar

Day 11 Hong Kong (B)

After breakfast, visit Victoria Peak for a panoramic view of the city. Next, stroll along the alleys at Stanley Market, famous for bargain shopping and travel along the coastal line via Repulse Bay and Deep Water Bay to Aberdeen, the floating village. Join an optional boat ride on a traditional Chinese Sampan. Stop at a local jewelry factory and see the fine art and craftsmanship that made Hong Kong famous. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 12 Hong Kong (B/L)

Tour begins at the Hong Kong Expressway, crossing the Tsing Ma Bridge to Lantau Island. Your tour will include stops at the Tai-O fishing village and the Po Lin Monastery, site of the world’s largest Buddha statue. A vegetarian lunch is served at the monastery. The tour ends with a ride aboard the Skyrail cable car to Tung Chung, where you will then catch your bus back to the city.

Day 13 Hong Kong - Departure (B)

After breakfast transfer from your hotel to the airport for your return flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

FROM C$

PER PERSON

6180

13 Days

12 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes: • Domestic airfare within Asia • Return transfers between the airport and your hotels • Deluxe 5-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Private sightseeing tours with admissions and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include: • International airfare from Canada to Asia • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by the airlines • Any taxes, airport fees, fuel surcharges and visa fees • Travel insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Most countries in Southeast Asia allow fairly easy visa-free entry, or visa on arrival, for stays ranging from two weeks to three months. Dress modestly and don’t give large denominations to street sellers.

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CITY AND PARADISE:

Singapore

Flights No. of Nights Stay

4

SINGAPORE AND BALI

Arrival City

Singapore, Bali

Bali

6

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the Merlion Park and enjoy views of the Marina Bay • Observe craftsmen work up-close at the Local Handicraft Centre • See the world’s largest fountain via the Benjamin Sheares Bridge • Get a taste of Singapore’s very own concoction “The Singapore Sling”

Day 1 Singapore Arrival

Arrive at Singapore airport, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

York Hotel or similar

Day 2 Singapore (B)

Explore the city by driving round the Civic District, the Padang, Cricket Club, historic Parliament House and Supreme Court and City Hall. Next, stop at the Merlion Park and enjoy the spectacular views of Marina Bay. Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple before driving past Chinatown. Stop by a Local Handicraft Centre and observe craftsmen at work up-close.

Day 5 - 10 Bali (B)

Enjoy six full days at leisure relaxing at your resort or exploring the local area. Your package also includes two full-day and one half-day tours that you can take at any time during your stay. Your tour options include the following: Half-Day Tours: The Unforgettable Sunset Tour or Oleh Oleh shopping Tour.

Full-Day Tours: The Eastern Bali Mystic Tour, the Beauty of Kintamani Tour or the Magic Northern Bali Nature Tour.

Day 11 Bali - Departure (B)

Enjoy free time before you transfer to the airport to board your flight back to Canada.

B – Breakfast D – Dinner

Day 3 Singapore (B/D)

Today you will have the full day at leisure day to explore the city on your own. In the evening, enjoy dinner along the Singapore River. Enroute visit to the world’s largest fountain via the Benjamin Sheares Bridge. Next visit Bugis Street for a stroll at the night market or ‘pasar malam’. The last stop for the evening will be at the Raffles Hotel for a taste of Singapore’s very own concoction, ‘the Singapore Sling’.

Day 4 Singapore - Bali (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Bali. Arrive at Bali and transfer to your resort. The rest of the day will be free at leisure.

Nikko Bali Benoa or similar

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FROM C$

PER PERSON

2080

11 Days

10 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Intra-Asia airfare between Singapore to Bali • Welcome bonus in Bali: One bottle of local wine OR 90 min Spa massage • Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Asia • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens do not require a visa to enter Singapore/Bali for tourism or business stays under 30 days. The months between the summers and winters are quite pleasant to visit.

BALIRIBBEAN Bali

BEST SELLER

FROM C$

Bali has earned itself a long string of plaudits, including the “Morning of the World,” “Island of the Gods” and the “Last Paradise on Earth.” Although it has undergone much development, most of the island still deserves those appellations. Its natural beauty, the colorful Balinese Hindu festivals and the friendliness of the people lure vacationers here again and again.

PER PERSON

750

Note: The following 2 full days plus 1 half day land tours are included with the package. These tours can be arranged through your hotel concierge upon check-in.

HALF DAY TOUR: The Unforgettable Sunset tour or Oleh Oleh shopping tour.

FULL DAY TOUR: The Eastern Bali Mystic tour, the Beauty of Kintamani tour or the Magic Northern Bali Nature tour.

Tour A:

8 Days

7 Nights

Arrive at Bali airport and transfer to your hotel.

DAILY DEPARTURE Royal Deluxe GRAND MIRAGE RESORT BENOA or similar Twin $870 Single Supp $750 Royal Preferred SADARA BOUTIQUE BEACH RESORT BENOA or similar Twin $750 Single Supp $620

Tour B:

Day 1 Arrival

13 Days

12 Nights

DAILY DEPARTURE Royal Deluxe GRAND MIRAGE RESORT BENOA or similar

Day 2 – 7 Bali

Your Tour Package Includes:

Day 1 – 7

• Welcome bonus: One bottle of local wine OR 90 min Spa massage • Return transfers between the airport and your hotel • Deluxe 5-Star or Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • 2 Full Day Tours & 1 Half Day Tour for 7 Night Packages • 3 Full Day Tours & 2 Half Day Tours for 12 Night Packages • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Same as BaliRibbean Tour A – 8 Days 7 Nights

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

Join one of the Complimentary Land Tours that are included in your package at your own pace or indulge in the luxury of your resort facilities.

Day 8 Departure (B) Transfer from your hotel to the airport to board your onward flight.

Day 8 – 12 Bali (B) Continue your beach vacation in Bali with additional land tours*.

Twin $1370 Single Supp $1190

Day 13 Departure (B)

Royal Preferred SADARA BOUTIQUE BEACH RESORT BENOA or similar

Transfer from your hotel to the airport to board your onward flight or return flight to Canada.

Twin $1190 Single Supp $1020

B – Breakfast

• International airfare from Canada to Bali • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, visas and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

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HIGHLIGHTS OF VIETNAM

Hanoi

2

Halong Bay

1

Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City Cruise

Hue

1

Flights

2

Car

Hoi An

No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

3

BEST

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, Hue Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda and more • Cruise through stone islets, floating villages and small beaches at the Halong Bay • Cooking demonstrations with local delicacies • Boat trips on the Huong River with stops at the Thien Mu Pagoda and Minh Mang Tomb

SELLER

Tour on bike to a local farm in Tra Que village. Stroll through the vegetable garden and watch farmers preparing the land. Join a cooking demonstration with local delicacies and in the afternoon, explore Hoi An Ancient Town, the Chinese temple, Japanese covered bridge and former homes of Vietnamese merchants in Hoi An decorated with lanterns.

Begin today’s tour at Hue Imperial City via the Hai Van Pass. Take a boat trip on Huong River and stop at the Thien Mu Pagoda and continue the boat trip to visit Minh Mang Tomb.

Moonlight Hotel or similar

Arrive at Hanoi Airport, meet your representative and transfer to hotel.

La Belle Vie Hotel or similar

Day 2 Hanoi (B/L)

Visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature.

Join a Street Food Tour and experience the taste of local cuisine. Sit back and relax on a bicycle rickshaw that weaves through the streets of Hanoi. Enjoy a cup of ‘Tra Chanh’ – green tea with lemon at a café by St. Joseph’s Church.

Day 3 Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D) Transfer to Halong Bay – a UNESCO World Natural Heritage.

Board your cruise where lunch is served with fresh seafood.

Cruise through stone islets, floating villages, small beaches.

Visit a floating fishing village and free time on your own to swim or relax on the sundeck until dinner is served.

Sealife Cruise or similar

Day 4 Halong Bay - Hanoi - Hoi An (B)

Explore one of the most beautiful inlets of the bay. The junk continues cruising towards the wharf. Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, transfer to Hoi An and check in your hotel.

La Residencia Boutique Hotel or similar

27

FROM C$

Day 5 Hoi An (B/L)

Day 6 Hoi An - Hue (B)

Day 1 Arrive Hanoi

Ho Chi Minh City

Day 7 Hue - Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Morning at leisure. Afternoon visit to the Imperial Citadel of Hue – a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. After the tour, transfer to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Upon arrival transfer to the hotel.

Muong Thanh Grand Saigon Centre or similar

Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City Mekong Delta (B/L)

Head out to the un-touched areas of Ben Tre. Embark on a cruise and watch locals using traditional methods on coconuts, make local cakes, row through winding watercoconut canals and bike along lush rural roads. Enjoy lunch served with Mekong specialties.

Day 9 Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Begin at the War Remnants Museum and then continue to the Reunification Palace. Continue to see Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office and the Thanh Market. Return to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 10 Ho Chi Minh City - Canada (B)

After breakfast, enjoy leisure time until your transfer to the airport for your homebound flight B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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PER PERSON

1820

10 Days

9 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes: • • • •

Domestic airfare within Vietnam Return transfer between airport and hotel Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Vietnam • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/medical/cancellation insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens require a visa to visit Vietnam. Do expect to pay less for a beer than a bottle of water.

HIGHLIGHTS OF VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap Day 1-9

BEST

Please refer to Highlights of Vietnam Day 1-9

Day 10 Ho Chi Minh City - Phnom Penh (B)

SELLER

2760

FROM C$

PER PERSON

13 Nights

14 Days

2

1

Visit Angkor Thom from the west gate which is undiscovered by mass tourist. See the South Gate, Bayon Temple, The Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue to visit Ta Prohm Temple which is embraced by the roots of enormous tress. In the afternoon, visit the famous Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site, famous for its beauty and splendor.

Car No. of Nights Stay

Hue

1 2

Siem Reap

Hoi An

3

Phnom Penh

1 3

Day 11 Phnom Penh - Siem Reap (B) Visit the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the Toul Sleng Museum. In the afternoon, transfer to Phnom Penh Airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 12 Siem Reap (B)

Halong Bay

Flights

Arrival City

Franggipani Royal Palace or similar

Tara Angkor Hotel or similar

Hanoi

Cruise

Morning at leisure. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Phnom Penh. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel.

Ho Chi Minh City

Day 13 Siem Reap (B)

In the morning ride on a Tuk Tuk to explore local villages to see the daily activities of the locals. Continue to explore a

local market, meet Khmer people selling a variety of food and household items. Then enjoy a Khmer cuisine lunch.

Return to your hotel and rest of the day at leisure.

Day 14 Siem Reap - Departure (B)

Enjoy leisure time until your transfer to the airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

Your Tour Package Includes: • • • •

Domestic airfare within Vietnam and Cambodia Return transfer between airport and hotel Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Vietnam/Cambodia.

• Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/medical/cancellation insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

HIGHLIGHTS OF VIETNAM AND LAOS Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, Luang Prabang Day 1-9

Please refer to Highlights of Vietnam Day 1-9

FROM C$

PER PERSON

2840 12 Nights

13 Days

Luang Prabang 3

2

Hanoi 1

Cruise

Halong Bay

Flights Car No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Hue

1 2

Ho Chi Minh City

3

Hoi An

Day 10 Ho Chi Minh City – Luang Prabang (B) After breakfast, enjoy leisure time until your transfer to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

Sanctuary Luang Prabang Hotel or similar

Day 11 Luang Prabang (B)

Visit the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre and continue to Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Center. In the afternoon, visit the National Museum at the former Royal Palace. Then climb to the top of Phousi Mount to explore the sacred gilded stupa, view the beautiful sunset and the Mekong River below. Explore the Street Night Bazaar, where you can find handmade textile by locals and hill tribe people.

Day 12 Luang Prabang (B)

Head out to Kuang Si Waterfall, enroute stop at the local villages of the Lao ethnic minority groups. Explore the forest and natural blue pools. Then visit the Kuang Si Bear Rescue Center, home to more than 20 Asiatic Black Bears. Return to hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 13 Luang Prabang - Departure (B)

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the airport for your return flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D - Dinner

Your Tour Package Includes: • • • •

Domestic airfare between Vietnam and Laos Return transfer between airport and hotel Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Vietnam and Laos • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/medical/cancellation insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

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WORLD HERITAGE OF INDOCHINA Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Hoi An, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Luang Prabang

2

Hanoi

Luang 3 Prabang

1

Halong Bay

Flights Car No. of Nights Stay

Hue

Arrival City

Siem Reap

1 1

2

2

Hoi An

Phnom Penh 3

Ho Chi Minh City

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Tour the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, the National Museum and more • Visit the Chu Chi tunnels, the Reunification Palace, Emperor of Jade Pagoda, Notre Dame Cathedral and more • Explore Ben Tre by bike and rural pathways • Board a traditional wooden barge and cruise along the Saigon River by night • Visit the Imperial Tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh

Day 1 Phnom Penh Arrival

Arrive in Phnom Penh, meet and transfer to your hotel.

Rest of the day at leisure.

The Bale Phnom Penh Hotel or similar

Day 2 Phnom Penh (B/D)

In the afternoon, visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda.

Continue to the National Museum and visit one of Phnom Penh's markets. Enjoy a cycle ride around Phnom Penh at sunset.

Day 3 Phnom Penh - Siem Reap (B/L) Transfer to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Visit Angkor Wat by crossing a vast moat. Later visit the fortified city of Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple.

Angkor Palace Resort or similar

Day 4 Siem Reap (B/L/D)

Begin the tour at Banteay Srei and visit Ta Prohm temple.

Watch the sunset from a temple over the Cambodian countryside atop an ancient Angkorian temple.

Day 5 Siem Reap - Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Upon arrival, meet and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Hotel Grand Saigon or similar

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Day 6 Ho Chi Minh City (B/L)

Explore the Cu Chi tunnels. Visit the Reunification Palace, Emperor of Jade Pagoda, Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office. Drive pass City Hall and the old Opera House. End the day at the central Ben Thanh Market.

Day 7 Ho Chi Minh City (B/L/D)

Explore Ben Tre by bike. Visit a local antique collector, explore rural pathways and board a rowing boat cruise.

Visit a workshop to see the making of rice paper and sticky coconut sweets. Board a traditional wooden barge and cruise along the Saigon River by night.

Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City - Hue (B/L/D)

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Hue. Visit the Old Imperial City, Flag Tower, Dien Tho Residence, Thai Hoa Palace, Halls of the Mandarins and the original Nine Dynastic Urns and the Hue Royal Antiquities Museum.

Embark on a cruise down the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda.

Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel or similar

Day 9 Hue - Hoi An (B/L/D)

Visit the Imperial Tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Drive along the Hai Van Pass to Hoi An. Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, Sa Huynh Museum, Tran Family Chapel and the Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall. Then join a lantern making workshop.

Allegro Hoi An – A Little Luxury Hotel & Spa or similar

Day 10 Hoi An - Danang - Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L) Transfer to Danang Airport for your flight to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi, enjoy lunch, then transfer to Halong Bay. Wyndham Legend Halong Hotel or similar

Day 11 Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/L/D)

Board a traditional wooden junk for a cruise through Halong Bay. Witness rock formations of various shapes and visit an enchanting cave, Sung Sot and stop by Titov Island. After the cruise, transfer to Hanoi.

Melia Hanoi Hotel or similar

Day 12 Hanoi (B)

Pass by the Ho Chi Minh President’s Mausoleum and continue to the Temple of Literature then take a walk through the Old Quarter. Enjoy Vietnamese coffee and stop by the Ancient House on Ma May Street. Return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.

Day 13 Hanoi - Luang Prabang (B/L/D)

Transfer to the airport for flight to Luang Prabang. Begin your tour at Wat Visoun (Wat Wisunalat), Wat Aham, Wat Xieng and the main street (Wat Street) of Luang Prabang.

Continue to Mount Phousi for sunset. Climb over 300 steps to the small temples atop Phou Si. Mekong Riverview Hotel or similar

FROM C$

Day 14 Luang Prabang (B/L) Visit a local market and then continue to the National Museum. Visit Hor Phrabang, Wat Mai and Kuang Si Waterfall. Then visit a local village on the way back to Luang Prabang.

Day 15 Luang Prabang (B) An excursion up the Mekong River to the steep limestone cliffs overlooking the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers, home to the Tham Pak Ou Caves. Stop at Ban Xang Hai Village and continue to visit Ban Xang Khong.

Day 16 Luang Prabang - Departure (B) Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

PER PERSON

4880

16 Days

15 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes: • • • •

Domestic airfare within Indochina Return transfer between airport and hotel Deluxe hotel accommodation with daily breakfast Private sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Cambodia/ Vietnam/Laos • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/medical/cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Visas are required to travel to Cambodia and Vietnam. Wear conservative clothing when visiting temples or pagodas.

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INDOCHINA

HANOI

4 Days

HO CHI MINH

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

230

280

$

SIEM REAP

4 Days

$

PHNOM PENH

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

340

290

$

$

LUANG PRABANG

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

VIENTIANE

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

390

570

$

$

YANGON

4 Days

MANDALAY

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

440

$

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

410

$

Price includes: 3 nights hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, roundtrip airport transfer, full or half day sightseeing tour. All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, double occupancy, minimun 2 persons and are subject to change without notice.

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MYANMAR REVEALED

ADD ON

Yangon, Inle Lake, Mandalay, Bagan Day 1 Yangon Arrival

Arrive at Yangon, meet and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon city tour of Yangon that includes visits to Sule Pagoda, Mahabandoola Park, Strand Road, the Strand Hotel, the Port Authority building and the Accountant General's Office. Explore the Bogyoke Aung San Market and visit the Shwedagon Pagoda.

Jasmine Palace Hotel or similar

NEW

Day 2 Yangon - Inle Lake (B/L)

FROM C$

PER PERSON

1760

6 Days

5 Nights

1

Mandalay

1 1

Yangon

Today explore Ancient Bagan by Electric Scooter. Pass through the Tharabar Gate, visit the 201 ft tall Thet Bi Nyu Temple, then visit Dhammayangyi temple. Continue to the village of Myinkaba for local handmade lacquerware. In the afternoon, transfer for your flight back to Yangon. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to your hotel.

Jasmine Palace Hotel or similar

Day 6 Yangon - Departure (B)

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer from hotel to the airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch

Your Tour Package Includes:

Amazing Inle Resort or similar

• • • •

Domestic airfare within Myanmar Return transfer between airport and hotel Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Day 3 Inle Lake - Mandalay (B)

Transfer to the Heho airport for your flight to Mandalay. Upon arrival, begin with a sightseeing tour to two ancient royal capitals.

Sagaing, the spiritual centre of Myanmar and Amarapura, home to U Bein Bridge which extends over a kilometer across Taungthaman Lake. Visit artisanal workshops and the Mahamuni Pagoda, famous for its seated Buddha covered in gold leaf.

Flights No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Bagan

After breakfast, transfer for your flight to Heho. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to Inle Lake. Take a relaxing boat ride across Inle Lake and see the sights of some pagodas and lakeside villages. The Indein complex is a collection of over 1,000 densely packed Shan-style stupas in varying states of decay.

Enjoy a family cooked Inthar-style lunch and Burmese tea.

Day 5 Bagan - Yangon (B)

Your Tour package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Myanmar • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

The Link 78 Boutique Hotel or similar

Inle Lake

Day 4 Mandalay - Bagan (B)

Morning flight to Nyaung Oo (Bagan). Upon arrival, sightseeing tour to The Shwezigon Pagoda, Gubyaukgyi Temple at Wetkyi-Inn, and Shwesandaw Pagoda. If time permits, visit the Lawkananda Wildlife Sanctuary, home to over 4,000 endangered Burmese Star Tortoises.

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Thazin Garden Hotel or similar

SRI LANKA Colombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Beruwala Day 1 Colombo - Arrival

Arrive at Colombo International airport, meet and transfer to the hotel.

Ramada Colombo or similar

Day 2 Colombo - Sigiriya (B)

NEW FROM C$

PER PERSON

1660

6 Days

No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

1

1

Habarana Village by Cinnamon or similar

Day 3 Sigiriya (B) After early breakfast, visit the Lions Rock of Sigiriya. After lunch, drive to Dambulla to visit the Cave temple. Dambulla.

Day 4 Sigiriya - Kandy (B)

Car

Colombo

5 Nights

After breakfast, take a brief drive around Colombo along with your guide to take in the sights and sounds of the commercial capital of Sri Lanka. You will be able to spot the following highlights: The Old Parliament, Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple and Seema Malakaya, pass by the Town Hall Building, Viharamahadevi Park, The National Museum for Natural History and Independence Square. After the tour, drive to Sigiriya.

2

1

Colombo

Kandy

Beruwala

After breakfast, drive into the hills to the picturesque town of Kandy. It is home to the gold-roofed Temple of the Tooth. Near the Mahaweli Ganga, are the Perdeniya Botanical Gardens. On arrival in Kandy, visit the Temple of the Tooth which houses Sri Lanka's most important Buddhist relics. Thereafter enjoy the Kandyan Cultural show at the Kandyan Arts & Cultural Centre.

The show features the graceful and rhythmic dancers and drummers culminating in an impressive fire walking display.

Cinnamon Citadel or similar

Day 5 Kandy - Beruwala (B) After breakfast, drive to Beruwala, home to one of the longest beaches in Sri Lanka. On arrival check in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free at leisure.

Cinnamon Bey or similar

Day 6 Beruwala - Colombo (B)

After breakfast transfer to Colombo airport to board your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast

Your Tour Package Includes: • • • •

Return transfer between airport and hotel Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International Airfare from Canada to Sri Lanka • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

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BEST OF INDIA

Car No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Delhi, Agra, Jaipur

Delhi Jaipur

2

1

2

Agra

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Ride on a Rickshaw through the city • Visit the Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, India Gate and more • Sunrise visit to the scenic Taj Mahal • Photo-stops at the Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar and visit the markets of Jaipur

Day 4 Agra - Jaipur (B)

Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal. Return to the hotel for breakfast then begin your drive to Jaipur. Enroute stop at Abhaneri Village for the impressive Chand Baori stepwell and the Harshat Mata Temple. Continue to Jaipur, on arrival, check in for your stay.

FROM C$ PER PERSON

760

6 Days

5 Nights

Sarovar Premiere or similar

Day 1 Delhi

Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to your hotel and rest of the day at leisure.

Crowne Plaza New Delhi Mayur Vihar or similar

Day 5 Jaipur (B) Morning excursion to Amber Fort. Visit Anokhi textile Museum followed by a hands-on experience in block printing to create your own souvenir. Next a photo-stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Later explore the colorful city market.

Your Tour Package Includes:

Day 6 Jaipur - Delhi - Departure (B)

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

Morning at leisure. In the afternoon, drive back to Delhi for your evening homebound flight.

B – Breakfast

Day 2 Delhi (B)

Ride on a rickshaw (pedi-cabs) to Chandni Chowk.

Discover the Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Sikh Temple and Bangla Sahib Gurudwara. In the afternoon, drive past the Sansad Bhawan (the Parliament House), Rashtrapati Bhawan (the President’s House), Government buildings and take a photo stop at India Gate.

Day 3 Delhi - Agra (B)

Private car drive to Agra. On arrival in the afternoon, enjoy the day at your leisure.

Crystal Sarovar Premiere or similar

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• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service • International airfare from Canada to India • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by the airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Amex is not widely accepted but MasterCard and Visa are. Haggling is a natural part of shopping in India.

KERALA - GOD'S OWN COUNTRY

Car No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Kochi, Munnar, Periyar, Alleppey

1

2

Munnar

Kochi 1

Alleppey

2

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Cruise through the Backwaters of Kerala in a traditional Houseboat • Explore the Jew-town, the Mattancherry palace and explore Kochi’s markets and old quarters • Visit a local theatre for a traditional Kathakali performance • Trek through the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy a bamboo rafting trip on Lake Periyar

NEW Day 4 Munnar - Periyar (B)

Morning explore the surrounding tea plantations with a trek to one of the plantations owned and managed by the Estate people. In the afternoon drive to Thekkady, with its eternal rainforest, spice plantations and canopies. On arrival, check in for your stay.

The Elephant Court or similar

Day 5 Periyar (B)

Spend the morning at the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary with your local guide, trek through the jungle and enjoying a bamboo rafting trip on Lake Periyar. Drive up to nearby Periyar National Park reserve, along the Cardamom and Pandalam hills of the Western Ghats and take a guided nature walk for about an hour on a trail through the park towards Periyar lake. Afternoon, visit the pepper plantation to see the traditional plantation techniques, while walking amidst the rows of vines creeping upwards on trellises.

Day 6 Periyar - Alleppey (B/L/D) Day 1 Kochi Arrival

Arrive at Kochi airport, meet and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Crowne Plaza or similar

Day 2 Kochi (B)

Morning sightseeing tour of Kochi, drive to Mattancherry to visit the oldest Jewish Synagogue in India, followed by a visit to the Dutch Palace, Chinese fishing nets and St. Francis Church. In the evening, visit a local theatre to experience the traditional dance performance called ‘Kathakali’ that literally means "story dance."

Periyar

Today drive downhill towards the backwaters of Alleppey.

On arrival, board Kettuvallam, a traditional houseboat and spend several hours drifting through the backwaters of Kerala enjoying meals onboard.

FROM C$

PER PERSON

1070

7 Days

6 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Domestic airfare within India • Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service.

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to India • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

Lake & Lagoons (Deluxe AC House boat) or similar

Day 7 Alleppey – Kochi (B)

After breakfast, transfer to airport for your homebound flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens require a visa to travel to India. The best time to visit is from October to March.

Day 3 Kochi - Munnar (B)

Head into the lush hills of the Western Ghats and the hilltown of Munnar. On arrival, check in for your stay. Rest of the day is at leisure.

Tall Trees or similar

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INDIA - ADD ON

BHUTAN Paro, Thimphu, Punakha Day 1 Paro - Thimphu (D) Arrive in Paro during the day. Welcome by representative and escort you to your vehicle for drive directly to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan about 55 kms away from Paro.

Upon arrival, check-in to your room. In the evening, drive to Kuensel Phodrang, (Buddha Point) the place from where one can get a complete view of the town of Thimphu. The point has the largest statue of the Buddha.

NEW

Druk or similar

FROM C$

PER PERSON

2490

6 Days

5 Nights

Car No. of Nights Stay

3 1

Paro

Early morning visit to the Buddha Dordenma, statue sitting on top of a hill overlooking Thimphu to catch the sunrise over a meditation session. Return to your hotel for breakfast. Then proceed to a sightseeing tour with a visit to the National Memorial Chorten, Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Centre. The Post Office, located in the heart of the town, is worth a visit. Here you will observe the different stamps available in Bhutan. Thereafter visit to the National Institute for Zorig Chusum. In the evening visit Tashichho Dzong.

Day 3 Thimphu - Punakha (B/L/D)

Arrival City 1

Day 2 Thimphu (B/L/D)

After breakfast, travel to Punakha, en route visiting Dochu-la pass. On arrival in Punakha, check in at the hotel. Afternoon, visit the Chimi Lhakhang and Punakha Dzong (fortress).

Punakha

Kunzang Zhing Resort or similar

Thimphu

Day 4 Punakha - Paro (B/L/D)

After breakfast, drive to Nalanda Buddhist Institute, a truly spiritual place and to the Nalanda University (originally in India). Later drive to Paro. On arrival, check-in at the hotel.

Afternoon drive towards the north end of the valley to visit the National Museum. In the evening, visit the 7th century

Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by the Tibetan king, Songtsen Gampo.

Naksel Resort or similar

Day 5 Paro - Tiger’s Nest (B/L/D) Morning excursion to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s Nest. (4-5 Hours up and down). It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, founding father of the Bhutanese form of Mahayana Buddhism, arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at is monastery. In the evening, take a stroll along the town’s main street.

Day 6 Paro - Departure (B)

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• Airfare to Bhutan • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as include

NEPAL Kathmandu Day 1 Kathmandu Arrival

NEW

Arrive at Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, meet by local representation and transfer to your hotel.

FROM C$ PER PERSON

710

4 Days

3 Nights

Vivanta by Taj or similar

Day 2 Kathmandu (B)

Morning guided tour of Kathmandu city visiting Durbar Sqaure, Swayambhunath & Pashupatinath. In the afternoon, visit to Patan Darbar Square.

Day 3 Kathmandu (B/D) No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

3

Kathmandu

After breakfast, drive for about half an hour to the adjacent town of Bhaktapur to explore the Durbar square. Visit a local potter’s family who have been in the pottery business for many generations. Interact with the family while trying your hands at pottery. Evening visit to the Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple. In the evening, farewell dinner with a cultural show at a local restaurant.

Day 4 Kathmandu (B)

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to the airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast D – Dinner

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Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• Airfare to Nepal • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

INDIA - SOUTH PACIFIC

DELHI

4 Days

MUMBAI

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

320

580

$

CHENNAI

4 Days

$

KOLKATA

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

490

400

$

$

COLOMBO

4 Days

FIJI ISLAND

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

370

1010

$

$

SYDNEY

4 Days

MELBOURNE

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

380

$

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

370

$

Price includes: 3 nights hotel accommodation, roundtrip airport transfer, full or half day sightseeing tours. All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, double occupancy, minimum 2 persons and are subject to change without notice.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

3

Cairns Car Flights No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Melbourne, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Queenstown, Auckland, Rotorua

3

Sydney Auckland

2

2

Melbourne Queenstown

• Dinner cruise on Sydney Harbor • Visit the Ruakuri Caves to experience a galaxy of twinkling bright green and blue glow-worms that light up the cave • Experience a cultural evening at the Māori Village • Tour Whakarewarewa, the Living Maori Village to see New Zealand's biggest geyser, bubbling mud pools and thermal springs

Day 1 Arrive Melbourne (D)

Arrive in Melbourne, transfer to the hotel and meet for dinner.

Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne or similar

Day 2 Melbourne (B)

After breakfast, join the morning city tour to discover the city's eclectic little lanes, arcades, café society and fascinating street art. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 3 Melbourne - Cairns (B) Transfer to the airport for flight to Cairns, Queensland. On arrival join a private wildlife journey at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures. Enjoy a boat cruise and encounter koalas, wallabies, birds, crocodiles and more!

Hilton Hotel Cairns or similar

Day 4 Great Barrier Reef (B/L) Board a high-speed catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. You can snorkel (equipment provided) or stay dry and explore the stunning reef from on a semisubmersible craft. Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch before you return to Cairns.

Day 5 Cairns (B/D) Enjoy the day at leisure. Evening dining experience at Tjapukai Cultural Park with dance performance.

1

3

Day 6 Cairns - Sydney (B/D) Fly to Sydney. Upon arrival, enjoy a dinner cruise on the famous Sydney Harbour!

Hyatt Regency Darling Harbour or similar

Day 7 Sydney (B/L)

Join a guided tour to the iconic Sydney Opera House, the famous Bondi Beach and an exclusive tour through Australia’s oldest surf lifesaving club. Enjoy a lunch with views over the sparkling Pacific Ocean.

Day 8 Sydney (B/D)

A day at leisure with an evening farewell dinner on the harbourfront.

Day 9 Sydney - Queenstown (B/D) Fly to Queenstown. On arrival be taken on an orientation tour of Queenstown and the surrounding areas. Welcome reception in the evening with dinner at The Boatshed, with spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu and the remarkable mountain range.

Millennium Hotel Queenstown or similar

Day 10 Queenstown (B) Meet host Laura for a real country life this morning. Born and raised on a sheep and deer farm in the deep south of New Zealand, Laura will share her story of her life growing up in the country. Enjoy free time this afternoon.

Day 11 Queenstown (B) Enjoy a day at leisure.

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Rotorua

NEW

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Cruise through the Great Barrier Reef • Visit the iconic Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach and more

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Day 14 Rotorua (B/D)

Visit Rainbow Springs Nature Park for a guided tour of the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa. Continue to the Living Maori Village Whakarewarewa, see New Zealand's biggest geyser, bubbling mud pools and thermal springs. In the evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner at the Terrace Kitchen on the Lakefront.

Day 15 Rotorua - Auckland (B)

Bid farewell to your epic Antipodean adventure as you are transferred to Auckland airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

FROM C$

PER PERSON

7860

15 Days

14 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary by luxury coach • Professional English-Speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

Day 12 Queenstown - Auckland (B) Fly to Auckland. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel and enjoy the day at your leisure.

The Grand by SkyCity or similar

Day 13 Auckland - Rotorua (B/D) Today journey south and join a 'Local Specialist' in a starry wonderland, a galaxy of twinkling bright green and blue glow-worms that light up the Ruakuri Caves, Waitomo.

This evening, enjoy dinner at Mitai Maori Village with an authentic introduction to the Maori culture, with delicious Hangi feast and cultural performance.

Millennium Hotel or similar

• International airfare from Canada to Australia and New Zealand • Domestic airfare: Melbourne – Cairns – Sydney – Queenstown – Auckland • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens require a visa known as the Electronic Travel Authority (ETS) to travel to Australia but do not require a visa for New Zealand.

Remember to drive on the left-hand side of the road

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USA

NEW YORK

4 Days

CHICAGO

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

740

800

$

MIAMI

4 Days

$

ORLANDO

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

550

720

$

$

NEW ORLEANS

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

LAS VEGAS

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

500

820

$

$

LOS ANGELES

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

SAN FRANCISCO

F R O M O N LY

$

840

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

890

$

Price includes: 3 nights hotel accommodation, roundtrip airport transfer, full or half day sightseeing tour. All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, double occupancy, minimun 2 persons and are subject to change without notice.

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ARGENTINA & BRAZIL UNCOVERED Buenos Aires, Iguazu, Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro 3

Flights No. of Nights Stay Arrival City 2 3

Puerto Iguazu

Buenos Aires

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

NEW

• Visit the largest waterfall system in the world the Iguazu Falls • Tour the glamorous neighborhoods of Recoleta, Palermo, May Square and the Pink House and enjoy a Tango Show • Take a train ride to see Christ the Redeemer Statue atop Corcovado Mountain • Stop at the Sambódromo (Sambadrome), the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Selarón Steps

Day 4 Buenos Aires - Puerto Iguazu (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguazu. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to the hotel and enjoy the day at leisure.

O2 or similar

Day 5 Puerto Iguazu (B)

Arrive in Buenos Aires, meet by a local representative and transfer to your hotel.

Carles Buenos Aires or similar

Day 2 Buenos Aires (B/D)

Private morning city tour. Visit the glamorous neighborhoods of Recoleta and its most famous cemetery, Palermo, May Square and the Pink House, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the newest & trendiest Puerto Madero Area. Also visit the picturesque neighborhood of San Telmo, residence to the porteño aristocracy until the end of the XIX century. Evening dinner with a Tango show at La Ventana.

Day 3 Buenos Aires (B) Enjoy a full day at leisure.

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PER PERSON

1680

8 Days

7 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

Full day tour of the Argentinian falls, visit the heart of the waterfalls, appreciating them from different angles. Then move to the lower circuit and experience the refreshing waterfall drizzle. On the upper circuit, stop at different viewpoints, and then go to the balcony at Garganta Del Diablo (Devil´s Throat).

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Day 6 Puerto Iguazu - Rio de Janeiro (B)

• International airfare from Canada to Argentina & Brazil • Domestic airfare within South America • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge or optional tours • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

Morning tour of the Brazilian falls. Located on the west end of the Paraná River, the Iguazú Park is a huge tropical rainforest which has been declared a World Heritage Site.

Take an elevator down to the base of the waterfalls and stop right above the river level. From a 1,000-meter footbridge, admire the majestic Iguazú Falls or go up an elevator to the Salto Floreano viewpoint. Late afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Rio. Upon arrival in Rio de Janeiro, meet by local representative and transfer to your hotel.

Day 1 Buenos Aires Arrival

FROM C$

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

Arena Leme or similar

Day 7 Rio de Janeiro (B/L) Full day tour of Rio de Janeiro. Begin with a train ride to see Christ the Redeemer Statue atop Corcovado Mountain, followed by a panoramic (external) visit to the Maracanã stadium and additional stops at the Sambódromo (Sambadrome), the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Selarón Steps. After lunch, ride the cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain. Conclude the tour with an exquisitely beautiful panorama of Rio de Janeiro.

Day 8 Rio de Janeiro - Departure (B) Enjoy free time until your transfer to the airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens do not require a visa for Argentina or Brazil. The best time to visit is springtime (October to mid-December) and autumn (April to mid-June).

COLONIAL MEXICO

Coach

Mexico, Janitzio, Patzcuaro, Guadalajara, Guannajuato, San Miguel De Allende, Queretaro

No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Guanajuato Queretaro 1

Guadalajara

1

2

Patzcuaro

3

1

Mexico City

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

NEW

• Visit to the Basilica of Guadalupe, the most visited Catholic temple in the Americas

FROM C$

• Explore Mexico City with visits to the Aztec Temple, Chapultepec Park, Paseo de la Reforma Avenue and more

PER PERSON

• Experience the making of and taste the famous Mexican drink at the Mundo Cuervo Distillery • Admire the pyramids of the sun and the moon at Teotihuacan

Day 1 Mexico City Arrival

Upon arrival, meet by local representative and transfer to your hotel, Casa Blanca or similar

Day 2 Mexico City (B/D)

Enjoy a full day city tour at the Plaza of Three cultures, the Zócalo (main square), the Metropolitan Cathedral, Aztec temple, Chapultepec Park, the “Paseo de la Reforma” Avenue and the other main avenues in this impressive city. Then proceed to the most visited Catholic temple in the Americas where the Virgin of Guadalupe is found – The Basilica of Guadalupe. In the afternoon, travel to the neighbourhood of Xochimilco, a wonderful place with its canals and semi-floating gardens.

Enjoy a ride in the “trajinera”, a boat festooned with flowers and then transfer to the Plaza de Garibaldi.

Day 3 Mexico City - Patzcuaro (B)

After breakfast travel to Morelia, the splendid Michoacán capital whose centre, with its magnificent cathedral, was declared UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stop for lunch and then proceed to the beautiful Lake Pátzcuaro, then travel to the island of Janitzio a picturesque village full of life and craft shops. Next, move on to Patzcuaro, a pretty colonial village with it’s outstanding Basilica of Our Lady of Health.

Spend the night in this ‘magical village’.

La Parroquia or similar

Day 4 Patzcuaro - Guadalajara (B)

Today, travel to Jalisco, visit Lake Chapala, stop for lunch, and then proceed to Tlaquepaque district in Guadalajara.

Explore the picturesque streets and craft shops.

Hotel Plaza Diana or similar

1490

9 Days Day 5 Guadalajara (B)

This morning, tour Guadalajara, visits it’s colonial historic centre, cathedral, market, Tapatía square and the Cabañas Hospice, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Next, travel to the town of Tequila to experience the making of and tasting the famous Mexican drink at the Mundo Cuervo distillery.

Then stroll around the town and stop for lunch. Return to Guadalajara after lunch.

Day 6 Guadalajara - Guanajuato (B)

Travel to Guanajuato and tour this beautiful city. Take a cable car ride to enjoy the views from “el Pípila”.

Holiday Inn Express Guanajuato or similar

Day 7 Guanajuato - Queretaro (B)

After breakfast, travel to Dolores Hidalgo, the city that is the cradle of Mexican Independence. Then to San Miguel De Allende, a beautiful city with regal architecture and cobbled streets. Afternoon visit to the Atotonilco Sanctuary, known as the ‘Century of God and the Patria’. Next, proceed to Queretaro.

Real Alameda Gran Turismo or similar

Day 8 Queretaro - Mexico City (B)

Today, travel to Teotihuacan, in Náhuatl “the place where men become gods”, one of the most impressive cities in the ancient world and admire the pyramids of the sun and the moon. Continue to Mexico City and rest of the day at leisure.

8 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Mexico • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, visas and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Mexican food in very diverse, it comes in several regional and local variations. International credit cards are widely accepted in Mexico, even in some of the remote areas.

Casa Blanca or similar

Day 9 Mexico City - Departure (B)

Enjoy free time before you transfer to the airport to board your flight back to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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INCA EXPLORER: MACHU PICCHU

Coach Flights Train No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco 3

Lima

Machu Picchu

1 3

Cusco

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Discover Lima’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site • Explore the town of Chinchero, the Living Museum, local archaeological sites and more • Visit Machu Picchu – the Lost City of the Incas • Enjoy scenic views on the hills above Cusco

Day 4 Sacred Valley (B/L) Visit the town of Chinchero and the remains of a beautiful 17th century church. Then visit the Living Museum of Yucay with a stop at Ragchi viewpoint. Enjoy a delicious lunch in the sacred valley and then proceed up the steps of the iconic fortress, built next to the mountain. At the end of this activity, transfer back to your hotel.

Note: Please pack an overnight bag for your journey to Machu Picchu tomorrow

Day 5 Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu (B/L/D) Today visit Machu Picchu – the Lost City of the Incas. Early morning, transfer to the station for the train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival at the station, board a coach for a short ride to Machu Picchu. A guided tour explains the origins behind this awe-inspiring citadel.

Casa Del Sol Machupicchu Boutique Hotel or similar

Day 1 Lima

Arrive in Lima, meet by local representative and transfer to your hotel.

Hotel Jose Antonio or similar

Day 2 Lima (B)

Explore Lima’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Pueblo Libre district and visit the Larco Museum. Then visit the Casa Aliaga and continue through the colonial downtown, the Main Square and appreciate the grandiose architecture of the Spanish Empire. Admire Lima’s Cathedral, built during the 16th century.

Day 3 Lima - Sacred Valley (B) After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight to Cusco.

Upon arrival, meet and transfer to your hotel in Sacred Valley.

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado or similar

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Day 6 Machu Picchu - Cusco (B) Today is a free day to explore Machu Picchu on your own.

Mid-afternoon, you will depart from Machu Picchu by train to Ollanta Station. Upon arrival, meet by representative and transfer to your hotel in Cusco.

Novotel Cusco or similar

Day 7 Cusco (B/D) Enjoy the morning at leisure. Afternoon pick up for guided city tour. Visit Santo Domingo Convent, a large Renaissance-baroque complex, then the Cathedral, the most imposing monument of the Main Square.

Head to the hills above Cusco to visit the remains of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman. Tonight, enjoy dinner at Tunupa restaurant.

Day 8 Cusco - Departure (B) Enjoy free time until your transfer to the airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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FROM C$

PER PERSON

2470

8 Days

7 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Domestic airfare within Peru • Roundtrip train tickets to Machu Picchu onboard the Vistadome • Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Peru • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Optional Tour • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens do not require a visa to visit Peru under 90 days. The best time to visit Peru is between May to September.

CHARMING ITALY

Milan Genoa

Rome, Florence, Genoa, Milan, Verona, Venice

1

1

1

1

Florence

Verona

1

Venice

3

Rome

Coach

No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

3

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

NEW

• Visit to St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican • Enjoy a scenic tour to Piazzale Michelangelo • Tour the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and Cinque Tere a UNESCO World Heritage site • Travel by boat to the Island of San Giulio

and to the well-known Leaning Tower of Pisa. Next, travel by train to the Ligurian Coast and visit the Cinque Terre which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and to Vernazza, with its outstanding Church of Santa Margarita built in 1318, overlooking the sea. Stop for lunch and then travel by train to Levanto where you will re-join the coach to continue to Genoa.

AC Marriott Genova (4*) or similar

Day 6 Genoa - Santa Margarita - Portofino Milan (B)

Continue your journey to the nearby city of Santa Margarita Ligure, where you will embark for Portofino. Enjoy a stroll by the sea. After lunch, continue to Milan.

Day 1 Rome Arrival

Arrive at the airport, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel.

Green Park Hotel Pamphili (4*) or similar

Day 2 Rome (B)

Enjoy a panoramic tour that will introduce you to the Eternal City, the tour will end at St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, where you will visit the Basilica and museums. In the evening, transfer to Trastévere, a busy city district well known for its restaurants.

Day 3 Rome (B)

Spend this day at leisure to rest and relax or explore the city of Rome.

Day 4 Florence (B)

After breakfast proceed to Florence. Upon arrival, head straight to Piazzale Michelangelo to enjoy a scenic tour with a local expert and walk through the historic centre. In the afternoon, visit its famous markets.

Hotel Mediterraneo (4*) or similar

Day 5 Florence - Pisa - Cinque Terre - Genoa (B)

Today continue your journey towards Pisa. On a little tourist train travel to the Piazza Dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles)

Grand Barone Di Sassj (4*) or similar

Day 7 Milan - Lakes Region - Verona (B)

Visit one of the most beautiful scenic areas of Europe, the region of the Italian lakes. Travel to Lake Orta in Orta De San Giulio, a well-preserved medieval city. Then take a train ride to the centre of the medieval town, and then a boat to the Island of San Giulio, a little island on the lake with a monastery. After this go on to Lake Maggiore, stopping in Stresa, with an option to visit the Borromean Islands and Isola Bella with its gardens and palace (closed in the winter). Stop for lunch and then proceed to Verona.

Maxim Verona (4*) or similar

Day 8 Verona - Venice (B) Spend some time in Verona and see the city of Romeo and Juliet before leaving for Venice. Take a boat trip to the area of St Mark’s Square and stroll around the City of Canals with a local guide and admire the glasswork of Murano. Afterwards enjoy some leisure time.

FROM C$

PER PERSON

1500

9 Days

8 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Boat transfer to Island of San Giulio and to the area of St. Marks in Venice • City Tour in Rome, Florence and Venice • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Admission ticket to Murano glasswork in Florence • Train service to the monumental field of Miracles in Pisa, Cinque Terre region and to Orta • Professional English-speaking driver guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Europe • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel/Medical/Cancellation insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian Citizens do not require a visa to travel to Italy and can stay visa-free for up to 90 days. The best time to travel to Italy is during spring and fall.

Hotel Lugano (4*) or similar

Day 9 Departure (B) After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch

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EUROPE

LONDON

4 Days

PARIS

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

570

590

$

ROME

4 Days

$

BARCELONA

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

300

250

$

$

LISBON

4 Days

VIENNA

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

240

290

$

$

BUDAPEST

4 Days

PRAGUE

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

380

$

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

320

$

Price includes: 3 nights hotel accommodation, roundtrip airport transfer, full or half day sightseeing tours. All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, double occupancy, minimum 2 persons and are subject to change without notice.

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Collect some passport stamps.

Fly non stop from Canada to Barcelona, Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, Paris and Rome.

Seasonal start and end dates may apply.

TURKISH DELIGHTS

Coach

Istanbul

Flights

3

No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Kusadasi 1

Kusadasi

Cappadocia

2

1

Pamukkale

2

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Tel Aviv

• Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis and the classical city of Ephesus with ruins dating 1000 B.C • Visit the house of the Virgin Mary

Coach

Day 4 Istanbul - Cappadocia (B/D)

Morning at leisure. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to the hotel.

Day 5 Cappadocia (B/D) Visit this fantastic region where St.George was born. Then visit the Underground City built by Christian communities to protect themselves from Arab attacks. Stop at a carpet and kilims workshop. In the afternoon, visit monasteries and chapels of Göreme. See the valley of Güvercinlik (of the dove cotes) and enjoy the impressive view of the Uchisar Castle. Stop at an artisanal workshop of typical stones and jewelry of Cappadocia.

Day 6 Cappadocia - Pamukkale (B/D)

Depart for Pamukkale. Enroute visit Seljukian Caravanserai and continue to Pamukkale, or "Cotton Castle" - a geological phenomenon famous for its white travertine pools formed by lime and thermal spring water.

Hotel Richmond Thermal or similar

Arrive at Istanbul airport by one of our representatives and transfer to your hotel.

Occidental Taksim or similar

Day 2 Istanbul (B)

Embark on a cruise along the Bosphorus where it joins the Black Sea to the Marmara Sea. Enjoy the view of Dolmabahce Palace and its baroque Mosque, the neighborhood of Ortakoy, Rumeli and Anatolia Fortresses and Beylerbeyi Palace. Disembark and continue to the Spice Bazaar. Free time to explore the bazaar and enjoy the afternoon at leisure.

Day 7 Pamukkale - Ephesos - Kusadasi (B/D) Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis. Continue driving to Ephesus, the best-preserved classical city of Turkey with its ruins dating 1000 BC - the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian and its great ancient theater. Then visit the House of the Virgin Mary. At the end of the day, visit a Turkish leather factory.

Ramada Hotel & Suites or similar

Day 3 Istanbul (B) Tour starts with Pierre Loti Cafe and enjoy the view of the Golden Horn. Continue to the Patriarchal Church of St. George and the seat of the Greek Orthodox Ecumenical 47

FROM C$

Patriarchate. Drive by the historical and impenetrable walls of Constantinople. Next, visit Suleymaniye; the mosque of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure.

Mustafa Cappadocia or similar

Day 1 Istanbul

2 4

• Cruise along Bosphorus where it joins the Black Sea • Visit the Spice Bazaar, the Mosque of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent, the region where St. George was born and more

Caesa

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PER PERSON

1380

8 Days

No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

7 Nights

Day 8 Kusadasi – Departure (B)

Enjoy free time until your transfer to Kusadasi airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast D – Dinner

Your Tour Package Includes: • • • •

Return transfer between airport and hotel Domestic flight within Turkey Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Turkey • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Canadian citizens must get an eVisa. The best time to visit Turkey is in spring and autumn, from April to May and from September to mid-November.

Jeru

DAZZLING ARABIA: UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Dubai

Coach

6

No. of Nights Stay

Dubai, Abu Dhabi

Arrival City

Abu Dhabi

area

usalem

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the Al Fahidi Historical Districts and the Dubai Museum • Board an “Abra” across Dubai Creek • Experience the Desert Safari adventure with an exciting dune drive and camel ride • Photo-stops at the world’s tallest building Burj Khalifa, the iconic Atlantis, the Palm, Ferrari World at Yas Island and more • Cruise along the Dubai Creek in a traditional wooden boat while admiring the city’s landmarks under the moon-lit sky

FROM C$

pass the Union House Flag where the UAE forged a union almost half a century ago. Photo stop at the Jumeirah Beach with the iconic Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah in the background. Return to your hotel and enjoy your afternoon at leisure.

Day 3 Dubai - Abu Dhabi (B/L) Day excursion to Abu Dhabi. Stop by Yas Island and take photos at the iconic Ferrari World. Drive along the Corniche and discover the emirate’s past with a visit to Heritage Village. Marvel at the grandiose of the Emirates Palace Dubai along the way and explore the majesty ofCoach the Sheikh Zayed 6 No.evening. of Nights Stay Grand Mosque. Head back to Dubai in the Arrival City

Day 4 Dubai (B/D)

PER PERSON

880

7 Days

6 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

Spend the morning at leisure. In the afternoon, pick Abu up Dhabi • for a Desert Safari adventure. Take a thrilling ride across • the desert with photo-stops during an exciting dune drive. Watch the beautiful sunset in the desert. Grab the • opportunity to ride a camel, sand boarding and try out a henna design. Feast on a sumptuous BBQ dinner buffet • and be treated to live cultural entertainment and a belly • dance performance.

Day 5 Dubai (B)

Day 1 Arrive in Dubai

Upon arrival in Dubai, meet your representative and transfer to hotel. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure Hilton Garden Inn Dubai Mall Of The Emirates or similar

Day 2 Dubai (B)

Joined by local experts at Bastakiya, to discover the city’s well-preserved cultural treasure. Learn about the 19th century life in Dubai as you weave through the alleys of the Al Fahidi Historical District and visit the Dubai Museum. Board an ‘Abra”, a traditional water taxi and ferry across the Dubai Creek. Walk through the gold and spice souk and stop at the Jumeirah Mosque. Drive

Today visit The Dubai Mall, one of the world’s largest shopping malls. View the city from the deck of the World’s tallest building at the Burj Khalifa. Visit Dubai Marina, and drive through the waterfront neighborhood of Jumeirah Beach Residence. Make a photo stop at another Dubai icon, the luxurious Atlantis, the Palm Hotel. Return to the hotel after the tour and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

International airfare from Canada to UAE Tourism Dirham Fee (to be paid directly at the hotel locally) Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge Travel insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers, and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Visa on arrival, valid for 30 days at any port of entry. Winters are warm and short with an average high of 23 °C.

Day 6 Dubai (B/D)

Spend the day at leisure. In the evening, pick up from hotel for a magical dinner on a traditional wooden boat.

Cruise along one of Dubai’s popular waterways – Dubai Creek, giving you views of the city’s landmarks under the moon-lit sky.

Day 7 Dubai – Departure (B)

Enjoy leisure time before you transfer to the Dubai airport to board your flight back to Canada.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

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ISRAEL HOLY LAND TOUR Tel Aviv, Sea of Galilee, Tiberias, Golan Heights, Nazareth, Jerusalem, Masada & Dead Sea

2

Tel Aviv

Caesarea

2 4

Jerusalem

Coach No. of Nights Stay Arrival City

BEST

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Visits to the ancient city of Caesarea, Sea of Galilee, Bahai Gardens, the Holocaust History Museum and more • Tour the picturesque alleys of the old-fortified town of Jaffa • Walk the Way of the Cross to Calvary and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and view the site of the Crucifixion and the Tomb of the Resurrection • Visit the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus spent his last night

Day 1 Arrive in Tel Aviv

Arrive in Tel Aviv, meet and transfer to your hotel.

Dan Panorama or similar

Day 2 Tel Aviv - Tiberias (B/D)

Visit Jaffa for a tour of picturesque alleys of the old-fortified town. Pass by the house of Simon the Tanner, then drive north to the archaeological ruins of Caesarea. Visit Megiddo, explore the ancient ruins as we drive toward the Sea of Galilee, stopping at Cana to visit the Wedding Church where Jesus performed his first miracle, turning water into wine.

Ron Beach or similar

Day 3 Sea of Galilee - Golan Heights - Banias (B/D) Drive to Capernaum, known as “His Town”, on to Tabgha, the site of Christ’s miracle of feeding 5,000; visit the Church of Multiplication, and the Church of the Primacy of St Peter.

Continue to the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus preached the “Sermon on the Mount”. Ascend to the Golan Heights for a panoramic view of the peaks of Mt. Hermon and the rugged Golan plateau. Visit Banias then drive to the southern part of the Sea of Galilee to visit the Yardenit Baptismal Site.

SELLER

Day 5 Masada - Dead Sea (B/D) Travel to Masada. Ascend by cable car to the fortress, the last stronghold of the Jewish Zealots in their war against the Romans. Visit the excavations, King Herod’s palace, the synagogue and bathhouse. Enjoy the view of the Roman camps and the Dead Sea below. Visit the site of the Qumran Caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered.

Day 6 Jerusalem - Bethlehem (B/D) Visit Israel Museum’s Shrine of the Book with the famous Dead Sea scrolls, then visit the renovated model of the Herodian city of Jerusalem. On to Ein Karem; a picturesque village in the southwestern outskirts of Jerusalem. Visit Yad Vashem the official memorial to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust. Visit Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus at the Church of the Nativity and Manger Square.

Day 7 Jerusalem (B/D) Visit the Old City of Jerusalem to see the Western Wall and Temple Mount. Walk the Way of the Cross, the Via Dolorosa, to Calvary and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, housing both the traditional site of Crucifixion and the Tomb of the Resurrection. On to Mount Zion, with the traditional tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper. Visit the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus spent his last night and was betrayed by Judas.

Day 8 Jerusalem - Tel Aviv - Departure (B) Transfer to Tel Aviv airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast D – Dinner

Day 4 Sea of Galilee - Nazareth - Jordan Valley - Beit Alpha - Jerusalem (B/D)

Sail on the Sea of Galilee to experience the tranquility and scenery. Travel to Nazareth, and the Church of Annunciation. See Mary’s well and Joseph’s Church. Visit the ancient synagogue at Beit Alpha, located at the foot of the northern slopes of the Gilboa Mountains. Drive to Jordan Valley, passing by Jericho, before ascending through the Judean Mountains to Jerusalem.

Don Panorama or similar

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FROM C$

PER PERSON

3280

9 Days

8 Nights

Your Tour Package Includes:

• Return transfer between airport and hotel • Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast • Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary • Professional English-speaking local guide service

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Israel • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, travel visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Visa-free for a stay up to 90 days. The seasons of spring (April and May) and autumn (September and October) are the best time to visit Israel when temperatures are pleasantly mild throughout the country.

ANCIENT WONDERS OF EGYPT

Cairo

2

Cairo, Luxor, Nile Cruise, Awan

1

Luxor 2

Cruise Flights

2

No. of Nights Stay

Aswan

Arrival City

NEW

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Visits to the famous Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramids and Sphinx Temple Complex • Tour the Luxor Temple to admire the colossal statues of the great pharaoh Ramses II • Cruise along the Nile River • Visit an alabaster factory with a demonstration of grinding alabaster the old fashion way

Morning visit to the stunning Temple of Horus in Edfu, considered one of the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. Next, tour the Greco-Roman Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Horus, the sky god and Sobek, the crocodile god. Return to the ship for dinner.

Day 6 Aswan (B/L/D)

After breakfast take a tour to the spectacular Aswan High Dam, the dam brought an end to the Nile's destructive floods. Then tour the Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. On the way back to the Cruise, stop at a local perfume shop. Return to the ship for lunch, Afternoon enjoy a relaxing ride aboard a felucca, the traditional sailboat of Egypt used along the Nile and watch the exquisite sunset.

Day 1 Arrive in Cairo

Arrive in Cairo meet by your local representative and transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Ramada Hilton Hotel or similar

Day 2 Cairo (B/L) Morning guided tour of the Egyptian Museum where you will find art crafts of the Pharaonic era and the treasures of king Tutankhamun’s tomb. After lunch visit the Giza Plateau, home of the Great Pyramids and Sphinx Temple Complex.

Day 3 Cairo - Luxor (B/L) Transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, visit the magnificent Temples of Karnack. Walk along the avenue of Sphinxes and marvel at the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive sandstone columns. Visit Luxor Temple to admire the colossal statues of the great pharaoh Ramses II. Then embark on the Nile Cruise.

FROM C$

Day 5 Edfu - Kom Ombo (B/L/D)

Day 7 Aswan - Cairo (B) Morning optional tour of Abu Simbell, reclaimed from the floodwaters of the Aswan High Dam and reconstructed in the present location. The site is dominated by the looming twin temples of Ramses II and his wife Queen Nefertiti. Afterwards transfer to Aswan airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.

Ramada Hilton Hotel or similar

Day 8 Cairo Departure (B)

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to Cairo airport for your homebound flight.

B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner

PER PERSON

1320

9 Days

8 Nights

C

Your Tour Package Includes:

• • • • •

N

Return transfer between airport and hotel Superior 4-Star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast 4 nights five-star Nile cruise based on full board Sightseeing Tours with admission and meals as per itinerary Professional English-speaking local guide service

A

Your Tour Package Does NOT Include:

• International airfare from Canada to Egypt • Domestic flight within Egypt • Any applicable weekend and other surcharges imposed by airlines • Any taxes, airport fees and fuel surcharge • Travel insurance, Travel Visa and all personal expenses • Tipping and gratuities to local guides, drivers and hotel staff • Any items not specified as included

GOOD TO KNOW Although Arabic is the main language, many people also speak English or French. The most popular sport in Egypt is soccer.

Princess Sara Cruise or similar

Day 4 Luxor - Nile Cruise (B/L/D) Morning views of the magnificent Luxor West Bank that includes the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut along with Colossi of Memnon. Visit an alabaster factory, with a demonstration of grinding alabaster the old fashion way. Visit the Colossi of Memnon: two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Return to the ship for lunch and start sailing onward to Edfu via Esna.

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MIDDLE EAST - AFRICA

DUBAI

4 Days

DOHA

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

240

440

$

ISTANBUL

4 Days

$

CAIRO

3 Nights Land Only

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

F R O M O N LY

270

580

$

$

CASABLANCA

4 Days

CAPE TOWN

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

370

$

4 Days

3 Nights Land Only

F R O M O N LY

260

$

Price includes: 3 nights hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, roundtrip airport transfer, full or half day sightseeing tour. All prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, double occupancy, minimun 2 persons and are subject to change without notice.

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GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS PRICES All prices listed are quoted in Canadian Dollars unless otherwise specified. RSH Travel Inc. (Royal Scenic®) reserves the right to change prices in the event of any price revision by the applicable supplier that is beyond the control of Royal Scenic®. This includes, but is not limited to fuel surcharge due to the price of fuel and/or currency exchange rate fluctuations.

The prices in this brochure supersede any prices in the previous 2020/21 Royal Scenic® Brochure. The pricing in the brochure is current at the time of printing and subject to change thereafter without notice. Please contact your preferred travel agent for the most current offer or consult update pricing at www.royalscenic.com.

RESERVATIONS Please contact your travel agent to make reservations. We recommend that tour reservations be made at least 60 days prior to the scheduled departure date for all destinations. A nonrefundable deposit of $350.00 is required at the time of booking. The balance of payment is due 60 days prior to the scheduled departure date. For any booking made within 60 days of departure, full payment is required.

We reserve the right to cancel the booking if full payment is not received by the due date and the applicable cancellation penalties will apply.

CANCELLATION CHARGES FOR TOUR PACKAGES * 60 days or more prior to scheduled departure - $350.00 * 59 - 45 days prior to scheduled departure - 25% of total tour cost * 44 - 31 days prior to scheduled departure - 50% of total tour cost * 0 - 30 days prior to scheduled departure - 100% of total tour cost General deposit and cancellation policy listed above are based on air & land inclusive or land only packages described in this brochure at time of printing. In the case of changes (including seat sale, special promotion or price increase) as imposed by the air carrier or the land supplier, a different deposit requirement and/or cancellation policy might apply based on each individual booking. We will advise you accordingly at the time of booking request.

REFUNDS All claims for refunds must be made in writing through the travel agent that purchased the tour. No refund is allowed for unused tour services. All claims for refund must be presented to Royal Scenic® within 21 days after completion of the tour.

INSURANCE We offer travel insurance for trip cancellation, hospital, medical, baggage and trip delay due to weather, mechanical problems or schedule change. Insurance must be purchased at time of booking.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES The brochure has been written to provide a complete and accurate description of the product and travel service offered. Occasionally, changes may occur and every effort will be made by Royal Scenic® to provide prompt advice to our travel agency partner in advance. Travelers should be aware that there may be different living standards and conditions with respect to services and accommodations. Similarly, each country has unique features, which differ from what Canadians are familiar with, including weather, food and customs etc. This may be less that a traveler may expect from Canadian standards.

BAGGAGE For Transpacific Economy class the free baggage allowance is either one or two suitcases, depending on the air carrier’s baggage policy. The maximum weight per bag is 23kg (50lb) and the total dimensions cannot exceed 158cm (62in). For domestic flights within China the baggage allowance is restricted to one piece per passenger with a maximum weight of 20kg (44lb). Different airlines may have different baggage allowances. We strongly advise that you reconfirm the baggage allowance with your carrier prior to departure. The owner assumes full responsibility for their bags throughout the tour. Royal Scenic® is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to any traveler’s personal belongings however caused. Royal Scenic® highly recommends all travelers purchase travel insurance.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS Royal Scenic® advises that all travel documents are the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid 6 months after the end of the tour for most countries in Asia. It is the traveler’s responsibility to obtain the required travel visa for entry to the country.

HEALTH Vaccinations may be required. Please contact your local and destination Public Health Agency for details and requirements. Canadian style medical attention is available in most parts of Asia.

LIABILITY RSH Travel Inc. (hereinafter referred to as “the company”), makes arrangements with suppliers such as airlines, coach companies, transfer operators, hotel and other independent parties as an agent upon the condition that the company is not liable or responsible for any claims, losses, damages, cost or expenses arising out of personal injury, accidents or death, loss, damage delay, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, distress and frustration, whether physical or mental, resulting from the following: • The act of omission of any party other than Royal Scenic® or its employees; • Sickness, theft, labour disputes, mechanical breakdown, quarantine, government actions, weather, or any other cause beyond our direct control; • Your failure to obatin the documentation required for your trip such as passport, visas, certificates of Vaccination or Prophylaxis, other permits/certificates (in which case you will also not be entitled to any refund); • Your failure to follow instructions including but not limited to airport departure times, baggage handling, and check-in and check-out times; • Cancellation or change for any reason in the travel services offered, we reserve the right to cancel or change the travel services at our discretion, but we will try to substitute comparable services. If we must completely cancel your reservation. Royal Scenic® liability will be limited to a refund of all monies paid; • A full refund, however, will not be honoured in situations where travel must be cancelled by Royal Scenic® for reasons which are beyond its control (force majeure situations: weather, riots, etc.) and where Royal Scenic® contractual obligations with its suppliers does not allow it to obtain reimbursement of the sums paid to the supplier on behalf of the customer.

Royal Scenic® takes great care in selecting the suppliers of services. The suppliers are independent parties over which we have no direct control. Supplier’s liability may be limited by law, tariffs, or conditions. It is important travelers read and understand the limitations of liability set forth in supplier documentation.

Royal Scenic® is not responsible for any loss, damage, injury or inconvenience resulting from different living standards or variations.

Reservation of the tour package in this brochure confirms you have read, understood and agreed to each and all of the above conditions and limits of responsibility.

TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES All Asia & The World packages include domestic economy airfare where specified, accommodation as listed or comparable, sightseeing and meals as specified in the itinerary, all hotel and airport transfers and document wallet. Flight bag is provided depending on the type and duration of the booked package. Taxes and surcharges to hotels are included for the duration of the stay. All Asia & The World packages are land only packages excluding International airfare. If required, please enquire for best airfare prices at the time of booking request.

No person, other than an authorized representative of the company by a document in writing, is authorized to vary, add or waive any term or condition in this brochure, including any term or condition set forth in the proceeding provisions.

Insurance, airport taxes, transportation of excess baggage, laundry, liquor, use of telephone, gratuities for local guides/drivers/tour director, visa fees and any item not mentioned as specified are excluded.

Hotels and suppliers are more likely to help us resolve matters or achieve refunds if your passengers report any problems during their stay. We cannot accept liability in respect of any complaint, which is not reported to us during the passenger stay, or within 21 days of the completion of services. If the complaint is not resolved locally, please follow up this within 21 days of the completion of services and provide us with your original booking reference number and all other relevant information. Royal Scenic® will:

TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES All travel services are subject to taxes and service charges. The exact taxes and amounts vary by destination, season and package selected.

GENERAL NOTICE We do our best to give your customers an enjoyable trouble-free holiday but occasionally even the best-laid plans can go wrong. If your customers have a problem during their holiday, they are required to immediately inform the relevant supplier (e.g. hotel) who will endeavour to put things right during the course of the stay.

These charges are subject to change. Forms of payment accepted are: agency cheque, certified cheque, money order or major credit card.

a. acknowledge complaints in writing within 3 days

HOTEL Rooms are provided as specified and meet the quality standards applied by Royal Scenic®. Royal Scenic® reserves the right to substitute hotels for a similar category should it become necessary due to circumstances beyond the company’s control.

c. do our utmost to ensure that the cause of the complaint does not repeat and to keep our suppliers informed in order to take the necessary steps to provide the best service to our clients

b. investigate all complaints arising and to respond within 14 days of receipt from all relevant information from you

Royal Scenic® does not manage, control or operate any hotel or any other supplier of services. Royal Scenic® and/ or its agents and suppliers, give notice that all vouchers issued for accommodation are made by them as agents for its clients, upon express condition that they assume no responsibility for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity, which may occur either by reason or defect or through the acts of any hotel proprietor or employee or company or person engaged in providing the accommodation arrangements.

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