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The World unlocked

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25 reasons to unlock the world with us. Tour iﬀerentl

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In this new era of travel,

“

I’m proud to share 25 reasons to travel with us”

Travel has always been a remarkable gift: the opportunity to venture out and explore the world, discovering new cultures, customs and people in places, celebrating the freedom movement. Nevermore have we felt the value of this gift than now. As the world now re-opens, I am delighted to say that this is now once again possible. Yes, now! With our deep understanding of the new realities and our innovations in guest wellbeing, we are making is easy for you to just … go. As part of the Travel Corporation we have 102 years of expertise in Travel and Tourism, across 42 award winning brands including Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Red Carnation Hotels and Luxury Gold Vacations. We have the experience and know how to adapt to change while ensuring your vacation is always stress free, so you can focus on what matters – having a great time and creating memories that will last a lifetime. We know that our guests don’t just want to see places. They want to be a part of it, to savour not just sights and sounds but experiences, to get insider looks at cultures, customs and wonders. Which is why we don’t just take you to places, we have locals open up their doors to welcome you in like friends. From small family run hotels, to the passionate keepers of cultures and traditions, to those who provide hospitality be it through food, wine or song, we craft memorable encounters you’ll cherish for years to come. This year we are giving you 25 reasons to travel right now: from our itineraries replete with unique one-of-a-king experiences; to a dedicated 24/7 on-road team to ensure your every concern is seamlessly solved; to supporting local communities back to health and making a diﬀerence to cu tures and traditions

i e respectin t is p anet and its peop e

treadin

lightly wherever we go. From what has felt like a closed world for so long, we have never been more excited to unlock the joy and wonders of world, and welcome you back to the gift of travel, without a worry in world.

Get in touch 24/7 Call us: 866-513-1995 Send us a message: trafalgar.com/contact-us Book a free 1:1 video consultation: trafalgar.com/explore-from-home Or contact your local Travel Agent for more

Gavin Tollman CEO, Trafalgar @gavintollman gavintollmanblog.com

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The best of the world unlocked for you. 300+ vacations | 70+ countries | 7 continents

FINLAND ALASKA

NORWAY

ALASKA

NORWAY SWEDEN

SWEDEN

NORWAY

ALASKA CANADA

DENMARK GREAT BRITAIN GREAT BRITAIN

CANADA

IRELAND

CANADA

IRELAND AUSTRIA FRANCE

FRANCE

SPAIN PORTUGAL

Europe & Britain

USA

With more itineraries, deep local connections and 75 years of travels in Europe & Britain, a vacation with us will be Simply the Best.

USA

DENMARK

IRELAND NETHERLANDS NETHERLANDS P POLAND DENMA GERMANY BELGIUM GERMANY BELGIUM GREAT BRITAIN

PORTUGAL SPAIN

MOROCCO

NETHERLANDS AUSTRIA

SWITZERLAND SWITZERLAND BELGIUM GERMA CROATI CROATIA A FRANCE ITALY SPAIN ITALY SWITZERLA GREECE

PORTUGAL MOROCCO

MOROCCO

Learn more and get inspired pages 40 - 43

USA & Canada

COSTA RICA

Embrace adventure closer to home. Across 40 states/provinces in USA & Canada, and as the USA’s National Parks Specialists, you’re in the best possible hands.

COSTA RICA

COSTA RICA ECUADOR

ECUADOR

ECUADOR PERU

PERU

USA | Canada | Hawaii

BRAZIL

PERU

NAMIBIA

NAMIBI BOTSWANA

BRAZIL

Learn more and get inspired pages 32 - 35

CHILE

SOUTH AFRICA

CHILE

Latin America

ARGENTINA

Feel Latin America's powerful allure through captivating encounters with people and mind-blowing landscapes, all with our team by your side.

ARGENTINA

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Learn more, get inspired and discover three of our bestsellers, pages 26 - 31

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PAGE

PAGE Welcome to Trafalgar

Best in Wellbeing and Team

Where we go

Best in Doing Good

Best in Ease

FINLAND

NORWAY

RWAY

SWEDEN

NMARK EAT BRITAIN

SWEDEN

RUSSIA

DENMARK

ANDS NETHERLANDS POLAND ERMANY BELGIUM GERMANY AUSTRIA FRANCE

POLAND

AUSTRIA

ZERLAND SWITZERLAND CROATIA CROATIA

AIN

ITALY

ITALY TURKEY

TURKEY GREECE

GREECE

CHINA

ISRÆL

JORDAN

EGYPT

JAPAN

CHINA

EGYPT INDIA

INDIA

MYANMAR (BURMA)

MYANMAR HONG KONG (BURMA)

THAILAND

HONG KONG

MALAYSIA

ZIMBABWE NAMIBIA BOTSWANA

SINGAPORE

Learn more, get inspired and discover six of our best-sellers pages 18 - 25

ZIMBABWE

BOTSWANA ESWATINI

SOUTH AFRICA

MALAYSIA

TANZANIA

NAMIBIA

SINGAPORE

KENYA

Asia

Get a true understanding of these countries that seamlessly juxtapose old and new as you fall in love with them in ways you never thought possible.

THAILAND

CAMBODIA CAMBODIA VIETNAM VIETNAM

KENYA

JAPAN

AUSTRALIA

ESWATINI

AUSTRALIA

SOUTH AFRICA

Africa Through our company's South African roots, we’ll connect you to remarkable wildlife and give you access to the can’t-miss places you couldn’t experience on your own.

Learn more, get inspired and discover three of our best-sellers, pages 12 - 17

NEW ZEALAND NEW ZEALAND TASMANIA

TASMANIA

Australia & New Zealand Alongside our sister brand AAT Kings, Down Under specialists, there’s no better way to unlock the very best of both countries, packed with adventure.

Learn more and get inspired pages 36 - 39

Experience a world of diﬀerence at trafalgar.com

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Unlocking The Best in Ease

ease1 Best in

Planned to perfection Your trip has been carefully crafted by seasoned experts who know where to go and when, meaning you will enjoy itineraries that guarantee you make the most of every precious day. Our on-road team are passionate about the places they take you and will introduce you to the people who live there that make each place so unique. They have the insider know how that unlocks doors, whether it be a great museum or iconic site (without having to line

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up), or the intimate home of a colorful local.

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Stress-free travel Explore without worry, hassle or planning. With our Team looking out for your best interests, always - all tickets, accommodations, reservations and transportation is sorted and handled for you in advance. The result? You’ll feel like a VIP with your mind free to focus on having fun, being in the moment and enjoying what each day brings. Just relax

Katherine Gorge

and enjoy.

“Our family trip was amazing, from our guide, to our drivers, hotels and meals. Every detail was taken care of so we were able to relax and enjoy our experience!“

Unlocking The Best Ease

Image courtesy of Becks Safari Lodge

No driving, no maps, no arguments! Navigating the strange streets of foreign countries can be an endurance test that frazzles the best of us. Your Driver knows the way and gets you to your next destination without you needing to worry about a thing. So, have that extra wine or two and relax. You are in the best hands.

6. Luggage lifted Luggage is something you only want to see at your hotel door when you arrive

M. Luchetta Highlights of Peru

at each stay, and then safely back on the coach when it’s time to go. That’s what you will experience, with our team doing all

The right transport for the best experience

the heavy lifting for you. Yes, that means

Our trips are crafted with a mix of

want to!

you can pack those extra shoes if you

modes of transport to get you from place to place with ease. In addition, our luxury coaches, included internal i

ts and trans ers cruise oats

Our luxury coaches feature plush, reclining seats, large windows to take in the views, WiFi, air-conditioned temperature control,

or trains ensure that the journey

c ean

is as good as the destination. All included in your price and booked by us in advance for the entire

7. Cruising Comfort

group, you’ll love that everything is sorted. Look out for these symbols

on the trip maps in this brochure, and on trafalgar.com.

One hundred and one years experience Trafalgar is part of The Travel Corporation, a family owned and run business driven by service since 1920 with 42 award-winning brands including Insight Vacations, Contiki, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises and Adventure World Travel to name a few. With the know how and extensive expertize across the globe, you are in the best hands so all you need to do is arrive and enjoy.

tered air and on oard at room

facilities. You’ll be in such comfort, your only issue will be staying awake to see the passing scenery!

8. Flexibility & security Peace of mind is important and should you change plans or need to cancel, you will be supported at every step. All that’s required is a small deposit to secure your trip with no need to pay in full until 60 days* before your departure. Should our p ans c an e

e oﬀer t e e i i it

to choose new dates and/or a new destination. For the latest visit *trafalgar. com.us/peaceofmind Learn more at trafalgar.com

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Unlocking The Best Wellbeing

Best in

wellbeing Traveling in the new world comes with new realities, but when you choose us you’ll appreciate travel being a breeze. Explore the destination of your dreams on a ourney here your ell ein co es rst.

Plans in place

On trip support

Global round-the-clock support

Trafalgar has developed rigorous

Your on-road team of superstars

Our operations and guest support teams

protocols in line with the World Travel

supports you at every step, making

remain in close contact and on-call 24/7

and Tourism Council (WTTC) to ensure

travel in these new times a breeze.

before and throughout your vacation.

guests’ safety and wellbeing.

Working together to take care of every

Should regulations from health and

logistic and hurdle, answering questions,

government organizations change at

and providing reassurance and support,

any stage, rest assured our team has the

your team ensures that you can travel

experience, training and readiness to

worry free and enjoy Simply the Best

pivot seamlessly behind the scenes at a

experiences.

moment’s notice.

Learn more at trafalgar.com

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10 Unlocking The Best Team

Best in

“Everything was awesome, the guide we had so was knowledgeable, professional, passionate, polite, respectful, and just all around an amazing person.”

team Your Travel Director

This legend is the backbone of every trip

and a traveler’s best friend. Part magician,

T. Clemont Costa Rica Eco Adventure

part scholar and chief storyteller, your Travel Directors are there for your every need along the way as they work behind the scenes to ensure all plans run seamlessly and stressfree. They are also experts in the places they visit, with a knowledge and passion that is commendable – and contagious.

Your Driver Your safety is their mission and it is one our Drivers take seriously. Not only will our Drivers get you where you need to be, you’ll get there on time and as close to the action as is possible. Meanwhile, you remain free to en o t e ie s and not t e traﬃc.

Local Specialist Guides Your champions of local, you’ll appreciate the expertize of our Local Specialist Guides. Fiercely passionate and incredibly proud of their home states, cities, small towns and breathtaking landscapes, you’ll unlock the best of each place thanks to their personal lens on the places you visit.

port teams

Elevated hygiene protocols We’ve got you covered. All team

l 24/7

members and guests complete a

ion.

mandatory personal travel declaration

before traveling. Our coaches are

has the

s to

s at a

Your Wellbeing Director We know traveling in these times requires new thinking. This is why on trips of 21+

cleaned multiple times daily, have est in c ass ospita

rade air

systems and we adhere to local recommended protocols.

terin

You can read all about the most up-to-date protcols and standards at trafalgar.com/travelquestions

guests* you’ll have a Wellbeing Director alongside your team ensuring that local guidelines and wellbeing protocols are met, and are dedicated to supporting your wellbeing at every stage of your trip. *Applicable to trips in Europe & the USA, at time of printing.

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Best in

doing good Every small choice you make, makes the world a better place. That’s why when you travel, you can do your part in making a positive impact. Making conscious travel choices means you are helping to preserve unique places, traditions and customs for future generations, as well as making a diﬀerence to the people and places you visit.

Tread right and light

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences

and that is why our TreadRight

We support the United Nations Global Sustainability Development Goals

foundation was formed, in 2008, to

We have committed to a 5-year How

All are chosen for the ways in which they

ensure that our impact on the planet

We Tread Right (HWTR) sustainability

directly advance the United Nations Global

we call home, the people we visit,

strategy which focuses on 11

Goals (UNSDGs). The types of experiences

and the rich wildlife we encounter

goals tied to the UN Sustainable

you can expect are meeting traditional

when traveling, is a positive one.

Development Global Goals.

Varanasi weavers in India, visiting Kenya’s

Like you, travel is in our blood,

With more than 55 cause related projects across 26 countries already completed or underway, we are focused on protecting our love of travel for future generations.

HWTR is our commitment to use the power of responsible travel to make a diﬀerence on our trips and in our oﬃces. Learn more about the strategy at trafalgar.com/ responsible travel.

Best ways

These experiences enlighten travelers whilst supporting the people and places you visit.

Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to two of the last remaining northern white rhinos and planting trees in New Zealand to name just a few. Our goal is to include at least one MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience on each trip by 2023. Learn more about our HWTR strategy at trafalgar.com/responsible travel.

Classic tours Whether you are traveling on your own, with family and friends or looking to craft your very own group getaway, we are here to help, with an extensive choice on how you can choose to travel.

The signature Trafalgar experience to unlock the best of the world with likeminded travelers.

Smaller groups

The same remarkable signature Trafalgar experience in a smaller group.

Learn more at trafalgar.com

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Unlocking The Best Feel Good Travel

to e-

oup.

Private group tours

If you’re looking to travel exclusively with family and friends, simply ask us how you can turn any existing trip into a Private Tour.

Custom tours

Make changes to any of our 300+ existing, award-winning group vacations, or design a completely custom trip bespoke to your group’s passions and interests.

Solo Travel

We attract people seeking ‘me’ solo time alongside a group of like minded travelers from all over the world. Solo travelers can select to enjoy up to 100% reduced single supplement; or, on some tours, opt for a same sex double room share option.

Family Tours

The signature Trafalgar experience with a number of included uniquely crafted experiences dedicated exclusively to families with children aged 5 years and above.

For more ways to go, triple share, family travel savings and more, visit trafalgar.com

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Unlocking The Best of Africa

13Africa Unlock the best of

Discover Africa with locals by your side. Trafalgar is part of the Travel Corporation Family of Brands (TTC), South African born and bred in the small village of Paternoster, Western Cape in 1920, and today still 100% owned and operated by the same founding family. When you travel with us, not only will you get the care, attention to detail and ease you’re looking for, you’ll feel the love, personal touch and local pride that’s been poured into every single experience, for an African vacation that’s i possi le to nd else here.

Visit trafalgar.com/africa

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wild,wonderful and always remarkable 9 Itineraries  4 - 17 Days What’s included on every trip Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar Difference Small Groups Each trip is crafted with no more than 20 guests so you connect to all the best t at

rica as to oﬀer.

Safari Included ickin oﬀ our ucket ist

it a sa ari

included in every trip (excluding Cape Town Explorer).

Local Know-how You’ll navigate Africa with safety and ease thanks to your on road local team.

A Family Welcome Trafalgar is family owned and run by a South African family who have an extensive network on the ground waiting to welcome you.

Visit trafalgar.com/africa or turn the page to learn more about some of the unmissable experiences that await. 13

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Unlocking The Best Experiences

Indulge your senses Bouchard Finlayson winery in the scenic Hemel-en-Aarde valley. Bouchard Finlayson is famous for their award-winning Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. Explore the winery and barrel rooms before savoring six of their local wines and learning the secrets to winemaking. – Bouchard Finlayson, SA.

Take in Cape Town from above Journey to the top of Cape Town's

Feast on South African barbeque

iconic Table Mountain, via cable car, for

Inhale the scent and hear the sizzling

postcard-worthy views of Camps Bay,

sounds of a traditional braai (barbeque)

the ocean and Cape Town as your Travel

by a professional South African chef

Director points out destinations you'll

at this Be My Guest experience in

visit on your city tour. - Included on all

the coastal, whale-watching town of

our South Africa trips.

Hermanus. Connect With Locals as host

Explore Namib-Naukluft National Park's dunes and deserts Explore Namib-Naukluft National Parks towering dunes, red desert, and deep canyons. Gaze up at the mighty red sand dunes of Sossusvlei before viewing the striking Deadvlei pan where white clay and clear blue skies frame dead camel thorn trees. - Included on Namibia Adventure.

Naukluft National Park, Namibia

Stefan shares tales of his fascinating life. - Included on Essence of South Africa and Cape Town Explorer

"The itinerary was fabulous. We saw lots of South Africa, learned about the local people and had some really lovely inspiring experiences" C.Rider Best of South Africa

Visit trafalgar.com/africa

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Unlocking The Best Experiences

Live the safari life Feel like you have your own personal hotel at Becks Safari Lodge in the Karongwe Game Reserve, South Africa. This Stays With Stories od e as on

ten rooms riend

staﬀ

world-class chefs, game rangers, authentic African art, and views of lush bushveld and wildlife. - Included on Essence of Image courtesy of

South Africa.

Becks Safari Lodge

a e a iﬀerence in enya Conservancy, home to two of the

Immerse yourself in the culture of a South African village

last remaining northern white rhinos

Learn about life in the South African

and a sanctuary for more than 100

bushveld with a hands-on experience

critically endangered black rhinos

at a traditional Shangaan village.

and 30 southern white rhinos. Learn

With our guides, learn how they work

ake a iﬀerence at t e

t e

e eta

t poac in and a e

in harmony with nature at the Eco

helped to conserve these incredible

Academy, which provides education

animals. - Included on Wonders

on local wildlife and the ecology. See

a traditional dance and join in the

enya.

Feel the spray of Victoria Falls A Local Specialist leads your Victoria Falls tour, sharing fun facts about

un. inis up

it a a or u east o

Shangaan specialties. - Included on Essence of South Africa.

Victoria Falls Rainforest, walk from

Meet members of the OvaHimba tribe

the Livingstone Statue and Western

Gain a fascinating insight into the

viewpoints reaching the Devil’s

lives of the last semi-nomadic people

Cataract and Main Falls to watch

of Namibia, the Himba, whose hunter-

the world's largest waterfall. In the

the water crashing into the swirling

gatherer traditions have spanned

host

gorge. - Included on Victoria

thousands of years. - Included on

Falls Experience.

Namibia Adventure.

a im a ri e

atch or enya s a ous wildlife Embark on a Game Drive through the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve. Track the Big 5 – lions, eopards e ep ants

d nd y "

uﬀa o and

rhinos. Marvel at your guide’s talents as they spot wildlife from seemingly impossible distances and get you up close to these majestic animals. - ncluded on

onders o

enya

and African Safari Adventure. Enjoying a gme drive

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Welcome to Africa Here’s a snapshot of three of our best-selling itineraries. Learn more at trafalgar.com and discover all nine of our exceptional African adventures.

Essence of South Africa 10 Days from

$4150

1 Country Past Guest Rated

Per person, double share

A A

19 Meals 4.1/5

GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA

2 JOHANNESBURG

SOUTH AFRICA

Cape Peninsula

◄

CAPE TOWN

Franschhoek

Hermanus

Kirstenbosch Gardens, Cape Town

See what happens on trip:

#TTSouthAfrica

Bush, beach and two vibrant cities – capture the essence of South Africa on this culmination of a Cape Town to Kruger experience, including Johannesburg, the 'City of Gold'. Your Must-See Highlights

What our guests say...

“Once in a lifetime, that I want to do again. Great trip.“ J. Michalek Essence of South Africa

• Explore Cape Town • Visit Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, Cape of Good Hope, Franschhoek, Hermanus, the Karongwe Private Game Reserve, Hector Pieterson Museum in Soweto and the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg • View the Castle of Good Hope, Boulder’s Beach penguin colony and Mandela House in Soweto

Trip code: AFES

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African Safari Adventure 14 Days from

$6725

2 Countries Past Guest Rated

Per person, double share

3.7/5

9 Days from

$3695

1 Country Per person, double share

23 Meals

Past Guest Rated

4.5/5

KENYA

LAKE NAKURU

1 LAKE NAIVASHA

ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK AREA

NAIROBI

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

KENYA

NGORONGORO CRATER

1 LAKE MANYARA

MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

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SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

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LAKE VICTORIA

OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY

KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

MT KENYA

LAKE NAKURU

TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

TANZANIA

#TTAfricanSafari

Explore the wilderness of Kenya and Tanzania, crossing the landscapes where thousands of wildebeest make their brave pilgrimage. Navigate lakes in search of resting hippo and savour the spicy ﬂavours of Swahili cuisine – all on this East African adventure of a lifetime. Your Must-See Highlights • Visit Solio Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara National Game Reserve, Lake Victoria, Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park and Tarangire National Park

NAIROBI

MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

Cape Buﬀalo

See what happens on trip:

ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK

39 Meals

Wonders of Kenya

Maasai Warrior

See what happens on trip:

#TTWondersofKenya

Embark on a journey to the enchanting home of the frican safari ery savannah sunsets and the colourfully clad Maasai – an epic adventure through Kenya’s iconic wilderness. Your Must-See Highlights • Visit Aberdare National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park and Maasai Mara National Game Reserve • View Thomsons Falls in Nyahururu

• View Thomsons Falls in Nyahururu

Trip code: AFKT

Trip code: AFKS

For full itineraries, departure dates, rates and savings available, visit trafalgar.com

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Unlocking The Best of Asia

As tra tha wa he co mo tel

Unlock the best of

Asia

Tra As co fal

Visit trafalgar.com/asia

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Where

ancient and

modern

perfectly collide

29 Itineraries  4 -18 Days What’s included on every trip Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar Difference Make a Positive Impact There is at least one included community-focused, MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on every trip, that supports the UN sustainable development goals.

Small Groups Each trip is crafted with no more than 20 guests so you connect to all the best t at sia as to oﬀer.

Included Flights To have you enjoying more for longer, we swap long drive times with included

Asia has always been loved for its centuries-old traditions, pristine landscapes and exotic cuisines that overtake your senses. Most importantly, it’s the warm, welcoming locals who truly make traveling here so spectacular. Our ongoing support of locals and communities on every itinerary is something we’re most proud of – some of the experiences that guests tell us they love most. Traveling with us means you won’t simply travel to Asia, you’ll leave with a true understanding of these countries that juxtapose old and new seamlessly as you fall in love with it in ways you never thought possible.

ts as needed to ensure ou et where you’re going faster.

Travel with a Local New to the country’s language and culture? No worries! Our experienced team is here to support you on your deep dive and discovery.

Visit trafalgar.com/asia or turn the page to learn more about some of the unmissable experiences that await. Learn more at trafalgar.com

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Unlocking The Best Experiences

Cruise the waters of Halong Bay

See how Ho Chi Minh lived

traditional 'kaiseki’ multi-course lunch,

Celebrate the rare opportunity to spend

See the traditional wooden house where

learn about the home's history and

the night on Halong Bay and enjoy a full

Ho Chi Minh lived, preserved exactly

local Japanese customs. - Included on

cultural experience including a traditional

how he left it. This is an opportunity

Splendors of Japan.

dinner and a T'ai Chi class on the upper

to tread in the footsteps of one of

deck in the morning amidst the beauty of

Vietnam's most powerful men and gain

Halong Bay. - Included on Vietnam and

a sense of his life and the principles he

Cambodia Uncovered.

lived by. - Included on Vietnam and the Temples of Angkor.

See a wild ride in Thailand Geisha, Japan

Experience a market like no other, gasping in awe as the stalls that straddle the Mae Klong railway track are removed with lightning speed and the wheels of the trains whizz by right next to them up to eight times a day. - Included on Saigon and Bangkok Explorer.

Experience a traditional Japanese inn

a r t trip to t e co ntr ot to experience not t t e i citie t t e r ral and deepl c lt ral town and illa e t at till prod ce o e of apan reate t creation a e paper a in old leaf etc e trip wa nfor etta le and t at all t an to t i pro ra

Connect With Locals at this Be My Guest experience as the Nakamura family welcomes you into their home and beautifully landscaped garden. Over a 20

A. Hillman Splendors of Japan

Visit trafalgar.com/asia

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Unlocking The Best Experiences

Visit and support China's giant pandas Join a Local Specialist on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding who rescue and protect endangered Giant Pandas. With fewer than 2000 of the species

Silk weavers,

remainin

Varanasi

ase s

eﬀorts are o t e utmost importance. - Included on Best of China with

Marvel at India's silk weavers Dive Into Culture on a MAKE TRAVEL

Meet the makers at Peak Sneng Village

MATTER® Experience in a traditional

Immerse yourself in culture and

weavers village near Varanasi.

support the local community at this

Led by a Local Specialist, stroll the

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience

village uncovering the centuries-old

spending the morning with Khmer

silk weaving tradition and admire

villagers. Visit the local school

how locals create beautiful fabrics

meeting children who will give you

used to make the famous Banarasi

a tour of their village, including a

silk saris. - Included on Golden

look at how locals make Cambodia’s

Triangle, Tigers and The Ganges.

signature hats from palm leaves.

Yangtze Cruise.

- Included on Thailand and

Sample the best of Singapore's cuisine

Cambodia Uncovered.

tour of Singapore’s culinary scene

Learn how washi paper is made

nch,

including Chinese, Malay, Indian,

Dive Into Culture with a tour of

and eranakan in uences.

a local washi paper workshop, a

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with locals at the heart of the

centuries-old tradition still thriving

Malay community and indulge in

today. Observe talented artisans

Singaporean culture as you sample

creating traditional paper using

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Dive Into Culture with a walking

local favorites like Roti Prata,

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Thosai, and The Tarik. - Included on

own . This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Colonial Singapore and Malaysia.

Experience helps sustain this small

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Making traditional Washi paper, Japan

of Japan.

Enjoy a home cooked meal in Hue Hear the story of a home once owned by royalty with a family who live in one of the great remaining arden ouses o

fascinating stories and artifacts. Get a glimpse into their day-to-day lives over a home-cooked lunch of local favorites. - Included on Highlights of Vietnam. Giant Panda, China

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Incredible Asia The two pages feature just six of our best-selling itineraries. Learn more at trafalgar.com and to discover each of our 29 immersive Asian vacations.

Splendors of Japan 9 Days from

$4675

Sp Ja H

1 Country Per person, double share

15 Meals

Past Guest Rated

4.8/5

KANAZAWA

What our guests say...

“Our itinerary took us to all of the top sites with enough time to explore on our own or stay with our Travel Director. We were never too rushed or bored. We loved the insider and cultural experiences - something you don’t get to experience traveling on your own.“ K. Doyle Classic Japan

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TAKAYAMA

EXPRESS TRAIN

KYOTO

JAPAN

Gokayama

◄

LAKE YAMANAKAKO

TOKYO

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Mt. Fuji

Sushi

See what happens on trip:

#TTSplendorsofJapan

At Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Shrine, climb the extraordinary path lined with hundreds of orange torii gates that snake through the forest up into the mountains above the city. Indulge in a delicious kaiseki lunch at a traditional ryokan and gain an insight into Japanese customs. Your Must-See Highlights

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• Explore Tokyo and Kyoto

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• Visit the Sensoji Temple, the Skytree Observation Tower, the Edo Tokyo Museum in Tokyo, Mt. Fuji 5th Station, the Kinkakuji Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine and Sanjusangen-do Hall in Kyoto • View Mt. Fuji

Trip code: JPNL

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Splendors of Japan with Hiroshima from

$7175

1 Country Past Guest Rated

Per person, double share

from

Gokayama

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EXPRESS TRAIN

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HIROSHIMA

Miyajima Island

1 KOTOHIRA

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Awaji Island

KYOTO

Past Guest Rated

Per person, double share

4.4/5

JAPAN

2 BULLET TRAIN

KYOTO

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Mt. Fuji

OSAKA

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◄ BULLET TRAIN

3 2

OSAKA

BULLET TRAIN

Shikoku Island

Geisha, Fushimi-Inari shrine

See what happens on trip:

TOKYO

◄

HIROSHIMA

16 Meals

TOKYO

◄

TAKAYAMA

$6550

1 Country

JAPAN

BULLET TRAIN

11 Days

4.5

KANAZAWA

23 Meals

◄

13 Days

Classic Japan

#TTSplendorsofJapan

Embrace the timeless tradition and modern spirit of Japan’s iconic sites, from the neon skyline of Tokyo to the foodie hotspot of Osaka. Relax in the soothing hot springs of Kotohira, spend the night in a traditional ryokan and contemplate world peace in Hiroshima.

Mt. Fuji

See what happens on trip:

#TTClassicJapan

A tale of four iconic cities and two former capitals – your epic journey through Japan blends old and new, with soul-stirring visits to ancient centers and modern cities. Your Must-See Highlights

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Osaka

• As per Splendors of Japan plus: • Explore Hiroshima • Visit the Water Temple on Awaji Island, Zentsuji Temple, the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island and the Peace Memorial Park and Museum in Hiroshima and Osaka Castle

• Visit Sensoji Temple in Tokyo, Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Gion District and Kinkakuji Temple in Kyoto, the bamboo groves in Arashiyama, Nara Park and Todaiji Temple in Nara, Peace Memorial Park and Museum in Hiroshima, Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island and Tusyunoten Shrine and Umeda Sky Building in Osaka • See the Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama • Cruise along the Sumida River in Tokyo and the Okawa River in Osaka

Trip code: JPHO

Trip code: JPCL

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Vietnam and the Temples of Angkor 16 Days from

$4050

2 Countries Per person, double share

Treasures of Thailand

24 Meals

Past Guest Rated

4.8/5

11 Days from

$3525

1 Country

23 Meals

Past Guest Rated

Per person, double share

4.4/5

CHIANG MAI 3 HANOI

HALONG BAY

Lampang HALONG BAY CRUISE

THAILAND

2 SUKHOTHAI

Ayutthaya HUE

Danang 3

KANCHANABURI

HOI AN

BANGKOK SIEM REAP

Damnoen Saduak

THAILAND AND THE TEMPLES OF ANGKOR Cambodia 5-Day Optional Extension

SIEM REAP

CAMBODIA

Mekong River

CAMBODIA My Tho

VIETNAM 3

HO CHI MINH CITY

Mekong Delta

PHUKET

TREASURES OF THAILAND WITH PHUKET Phuket 4-Day Optional Extension

Rice Fields

See what happens on trip:

#TTVietnamAngkor

Journey from the beauty of Halong Bay to a spinetingling encounter with the abandoned capital of Angkor Thom, left to ruin in the depths of the dense Cambodian jungle and revealing stories of a oncepowerful Khmer empire whose ancient temples, tombs and shrines were left to rest for centuries.

Sukhothai

See what happens on trip:

#TTTreasuresofThailand

A journey from the colorful streets of Bangkok to the sacred spaces of Chiang Mai. You’ll visit the terracotta-colored ancient ruins of Ayutthaya and enjoy a northern Thai-style lunch with a family in their wooden stilt house. Your Must-See Highlights

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Bangkok and Chiang Mai

• Explore Hanoi, Hoi An, Hue and Ho Chi Minh City • Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature in Hanoi, the Imperial Citadel in Hue, the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City, the Cu Chi Tunnels, Siem Reap Old Town, the temples of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Wat Damnak and Ta Prohm

• Visit the Grand Palace, the temples of Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Pho in Bangkok, Damnoen Saduak ﬂoating market, the ancient city of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai Heritage Park • View the Bridge over the River Kwai and Hellﬁre Pass in Kanchanaburi and Wat Mahathat in Ayutthaya

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• View Ho Chi Minh's House in Hanoi and the Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Oﬃce in Ho Chi Minh City Trip code: CTVC

Fo ste th co of ov

Trip code: CSOT

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10 Days from

$4525

1 Country Per person, double share

Past Guest Rated

17 Meals 4.8/5

Great Wall Excursion 4

The Great Wall

XI’AN

BEIJING

Asia

Classic China

CHINA

PLES

Extension

SHANGHAI

Yangtze River

HONG KONG AND MACAU 3 4-Day Optional Extension

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Great Wall of China

See what happens on trip:

#TTClassicChina

Follow in the footsteps of the ancients – up the ornate steps of the Forbidden City and to the ramparts of the Great Wall, snaking its way across the rolling countryside, and through the winding ancient alleys of Beijing’s hutongs to learn about Chinese traditions over a home-cooked lunch. Your Must-See Highlights • Explore Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai • Visit Tiananmen S uare, orbidden City, Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall of China, the Sacred Way in Beijing, the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an and the 'Bund' waterfront and Jinmao Tower in Shanghai • See local people practicing T'ai Chi in the morning and the Shanghai Acrobats Trip code: CLC

Spotlight trip: Vietnam & the Temples of Angkor •

overs everythin a rst ti e traveler to ietna would wish to see and experience, immersing you in the culture, history and traditions of Vietnam & Cambodia

• Flights included between each city, giving you more time to explore each destination • Get a real taste of Asia, from busy and bustling main cities of Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi, to relaxing whilst sailing in UNESCO Halong Bay and exploring the iconic Angkor Wat in Cambodia. • Itinerary has many handcrafted highlights to fully give you an understanding of the places you will visit. 25

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Unlocking The Best of Latin America

Unlock the best of

Latin L atin America

The spirit of Latin America is irresistible. You'll feel its energy coursing through you as you learn the samba with Brazil's Carnival dancers, hear the rhythm of the jungle surround you in the Peruvian Amazon, or as your reath stops at the a ni cence o ata onia s otherworldly landscapes.

Most importantly, we’re so proud of our ongoing support of locals, and communities, which you’ll feel threaded throughout each vibrant society. Choosing us means you’ll do more than just visit Latin America, you’ll feel its powerful allure through captivating encounters with people, and mind-blowing landscapes, all with our 24/7 team with you at every step.

Visit trafalgar.com/latin-america

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Welcome to the lands that will

captivate your spirit

9 Itineraries +  8 - 25 Days add-on experiences What’s included on every trip Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar Difference Discover Local Secrets With a Local Specialist supporting your on road team included in every trip, you’ll unlock the colorful hidden gems in every destination

Maximize Your Time Skip long road journeys traversing this massive part of the world, with included i

ere needed to ma imi e our

time in sought-after destinations.

Travel with a Local Expert Experience the full range Latin America’s languages and cultures with your local team who navigate destinations with safety and ease.

Visit trafalgar.com/latin-america or turn the page to learn more about some of the unmissable experiences that await. 27

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and a demonstration o e pert orsemans ip.

Experience the best of Patagonia Within the UNESCO Torres del Paine

Sample farm-fresh local fare earn o a mito

National Park, this Stays With Stories

oca

hotel, Las Torres, immerses you in the

ma ni cent ata onian com ort ou o e.

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arden sta es and orses as ou e perience some o t e reatest o t e reat outdoors. - Included on Wonders of Patagonia.

Get up close to Ballestas island wildlife oin a oca

pecia ist or a rst and

i d i e e perience. ou

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scener and anima s t at ca t is marine sanctuar

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“Well coordinated and planned, just the right amount of free time and you get the best of everything from food to history to culture and religion.”

o es sea otters and eru ian oo ies s o casin t e incredi e di ersit o t e is ands. - Included on Land of the Incas.

M. Cenkus i ts o eru idia

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18 Sip Chilean wines

Tour and taste the best of Casablanca Valley wine country with a visit to Veramonte Vineyards. Learn the

processes of wine production before sampling their delicious wines and relaxing in their beautiful vineyard

Unlocking The Best Experiences

Hike iconic Machu Picchu Soak in every moment at Machu Picchu on a guided hike, stopping at points of interest while your Local Specialist shares their insights. You can also choose to hike to Sun Gate with your Travel Director or explore Machu Picchu on your own before the crowds arrive. - Included on In the Footsteps of the Incas.

Adventure across Arenal Park's hanging bridges Begin your iconic stop at Arenal Volcano National Park with a guided trek around the foothills and through lava rocks before walking the Arenal hanging bridges. Cross 15 bridges, six of them hanging, scoping for sloths, spider monkeys, and birds in the treetops. - Included on Monkey’s Jungles and Volcanoes.

over a gourmet three-course, wine-

Ride high above Rio

paired lunch. - Included on South

Take your tour to new heights with a

America Landscapes.

cable car ride to the top of Sugarloaf

Soar above the Nazca Lines Take to the skies to see the iconic Nazca Lines, archeological enigmas scratched in the ground between 500 B.C. and A.D. 500. Gaze in awe of these massive designs and patterns you can only view from above. - Included on

Mountain. Journey high above Guanabara Bay to Urca hill and then the top of Sugarloaf at 1,299 feet above sea level for views of Botafogo cove, Copacabana, and Guanabara Bay. - Included on South America Landscapes.

Arenal Hanging Bridges, Costa Rica

Land of the Incas.

Explore the tumbling falls of Iguassu National Park Discover the 'Big Waters' of Iguassu National Park joining a Local Specialist who guides your exploration of the Brazilian side of this park that spans the border with Argentina. Hike to the cascading falls and feel refreshed in the sprays of water and giant clouds. - Included on Impressions of South America.

Cable Car to Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio De Janeiro

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Colorful Latin America Here’s a snapshot of three of our irresistible itineraries. Learn more at trafalgar.com and to discover all 9 itineraries and many more combinations of our Latin American vacations.

Highlights of Peru 8 Days from

$2495

1 Country

14 Meals

Past Guest Rated

Per person, double share

4.8/5

4 5

PERUVIAN AMAZON 5-Day Optional Pre-Itinerary Extension

QUITO & GALAPAGOS CRUISE 6-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension

PERU

LIMA

MACHU PICCHU

1 1 2

PERUVIAN AMAZON

TRAIN

SACRED VALLEY

CUSCO

EASTER ISLAND VIA SANTIAGO 3-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension

Macchu Picchu

What our guests say...

“The sights and experiences on our Peru tour surpassed expectations. Our guide has worked hard to make sure that he is completely knowledgeable about places we visited. He saw to every detail to make our trip great and worry-free.“

See what happens on trip:

#TTPeru

You’re in for an adventure on this Peru tour exploring Inca treasures, wild landscapes, and ancient legends, all topped o with the opportunity to sa ple classic eruvian pisco sour Step ac in ti e at achu Picchu, get lost in the cultural delights of a local ar et in i a and discover te tile art fro a Quechua scholar. our

ust See

ighlights

• Explore Lima and Cusco with a Local Specialist

•

• Visit the outdoor market at Pisac, the ruins at Ollantaytambo, the 15th century fortress of Machu Picchu, historic Sacsayhuaman and the Larco Museum in Lima

•

• Scenic Drive through the Sacred Valley and in Peru's Andean highlands

L. Mccarty Highlights of Peru

Trip code: LHPA

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Land of the Incas South America Revealed 13 Days from

$4195

1 Country

23 Meals

Past Guest Rated

Per person, double share

4.8/5

from

$5975

3 Countries

27 Meals

Past Guest Rated

Per person, double share

4.2/5

3 5

QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLAND CRUISE 6-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension

PERU MACHU PICCHU

Ballestas Islands CRUISE

LIMA

2 1

PARACAS

CUSCO

2 2

1 MANAUS

BRAZIL

TRAIN

SACRED VALLEY

PERUVIAN AMAZON

CUSCO

TRAIN

SACRED VALLEY

RIO DE JANEIRO

3 IGUASSU FALLS

Nazca Lines 2

BRAZILIAN AMAZON 4-Day Optional Pre-Itinerary Extension

MACHU PICCHU

LIMA

◄

PERUVIAN AMAZON 4 5-Day Optional Pre-Itinerary Extension

AMAZON

PERU

ZON

PUNO

ARGENTINA

Juliaca

EASTER ISLAND VIA SANTIAGO 3-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension

CRUISE

Lake Titicaca

16 Days

EASTER ISLAND 3-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension

BUENOS AIRES

Lake Titicaca

See what happens on trip:

#TTIncas

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See what happens on trip:

• Visit the outdoor market at Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Sacsayhuaman, the Uros Islands and Lake Titicaca • See the other-wordly Nazca Lines from the air ruise around Lake Titicaca and the Ballestas Islands

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• Explore Lima and Cusco with a Local Specialist

• Scenic

Copacabana beach

ust See

ighlights

• Explore Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Lima and Cusco with a Local Specialist • Visit Sugarloaf Mountain, the Christ the Redeemer statue, Iguassu Falls, Pisac, Ollantaytambo ruins, Machu Picchu, Sacsayhuaman and the Larco Museum • See the Teatro Colon, Copacabana Beach and the Casa Rosada

Trip code: LLIA

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Unlocking The Best of USA and Canada

Unlock the best of

USA and Canada

There’s never been a better time to embrace wide open spaces, fresh air and adventure. Choosing to travel with us, USA’s National Parks vacation specialists, you’ll enjoy sublime ease with included tickets and priority access, parking and timeslots and most overnights in lodges and hotels inside the parks. You’ll also make the most of your experiences through our Local Specialist Guides, National Parks Travel Directors and incredible experiences every single day.

Visit trafalgar.com/usa-canada

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Let both

destinations infuse your

every sense 45 Itineraries  5 - 19 Days What’s included on every trip Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar Difference Enjoy the Ultimate Road Trip Sit back and relax as we take care of the driving while you enjoy the routes of the great American iconic drives.

National Parks Made Easy Get exclusive access to noteworthy national parks thanks to our extensive partnership network. You’ll enjoy the very best in park stays with access and permits arranged and included with no hidden costs.

Travel with a Local Expert Experience the full range of cultures with your local team who navigate destinations with safety and ease.

The Best in Hawaii As the biggest and best tour company operating in Hawaii, we’ll take you beyond the tourist trail, introduce you to locals and unlock the islands’ secrets for you.

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Float down Snake River e a on our uided in ata e raft trip while passing panoramic views of the Teton Mountains. If you’re lucky, you might even spot a grizzly bear or moose grazing on the river bank. - Included on Iconic National Parks of the American and Canadian Rockies; Five Epic National Parks

Spend a night in France without leaving North America

Say ‘hey’ to a manta ray

Your passport will be stamped as if

Hawaii’s Keahou Bay are home to

visiting France and your dollars traded

majestic manta rays. Learn how the

for Euro in the scenic seaside town of

Manta Learning Center supports their

Ile Saint Pierre, the only area of North

continued wellbeing during your visit.

America still under French control. Ooh

- Included on Best of Hawaii.

la la! - Included on Scenic Wonders of Newfoundland, Labrador and Ile Saint Pierre.

See polar bears in the great white north atc t ese ma ni cent anima s ro ic

The shimmering, azure waters of

Tennessee Whiskey Distillery

Sip whiskey in Tennessee Try the premium aged whiskey inspired t e rst kno n

rican merican

master distiller, Nathan “Nearest” Green, who, as a slave, specialized in t e art o

terin

our on t rou

by day and washed in magic light

sugar maple charcoal. - Included on

when the sun goes down at the remote

Nashville Explorer.

Wilderness Tundra Buggy Lodge. – Included on Polar Bears in Manitoba.

Marvel at lava in ancient caves Admire the shapes and colors carved by waves of molten rock more than 500 years ago at the UNESCO-listed Hawaii

“This tour exceeded our expectations. It covered and took us to places we would never have gone to otherwise.”

Volcanoes National Park - Included on Hawaiian Explorer. 34

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Unlocking The Best Experiences

Marvel at Maligne Lake by land and sea Start the day admiring the views at t e ma ni cent

a i ne ake

Chalet. Then board a boat to explore remote Spirit Island and its incredible Maligne Canyon steeped

in indigenous history and spirituality. - Included on Spectacular Canadian Rockies.

Fall in love with the North Woods in Fall

avor the s eet stuﬀ at a cacao farm

View the summit of Mt. Washington,

Marvel at the skills of artisan chocolatiers at San Isidro de Heredia and taste their delicious delights made from the area’s sacred cacao crop. - Included on Costa Rica Eco Adventure.

spectacular foliage, then marvel at the wildlife wilderness that thrives despite the elements, all washed in a ka eidoscope o

reat takin

color. - Included on Autumn Colors.

Hoon through dunes at Cape Cod

View the Oregon coast by water Board a Marine Discovery tour boat to see nature at its nest

known for its dramatic weather and

rom

spectacular scenic coastline views to playing porpoises, hovering eagles and maybe even a whale! - Included on Scenic Seattle, Portland and Oregon Coast.

Enjoy rustic cabin comfort in outback Aspen

ump in a our

ee dri e and

hold tight as you carve through the famous sand dunes of the area past beach shacks that have inspired writers and celebrities for years. Included on Boston, Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard. Cape Cod

o oﬀ t e eaten pat on a eep ride through the spectacular Snowmass Mountain wilderness to arrive at the historic Burlington Cabin. Relax in comfort with a campside meal, music and famous Coloradoan hospitality. - Included on Welcome to Colorado.

Visit the birthplace of country music Visit Nashville’s iconic Studio B where more than 35,000 legendary songs by the likes of Dolly Parton and Elvis res e

ere recorded topped oﬀ

with a tour of the Country Music Hall of Fame. – Included on Tastes and Sounds of the South.

amp re music and smores in spen

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Unlocking The Best of Australia and New Zealand

Unlock the best of

Australia and New Zealand

Wild and urban, familiar yet unique, Australia & New Zealand will surprise and delight through experiences you’ve dreamed of, and those you didn’t know existed. Whether you’re looking for sand and sunshine or an outback adventure, look no further for your vacation than ‘Down Under’.

Visit trafalgar.com/australia-newzealand

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Unlock the best of

down under 20 Itineraries  3 - 22 Days What’s included on every trip Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar Difference Explore with the Best Alongside our sister brand, AAT Kings, the leaders of travel in this part of the world, we’ve got your adventures covered, whenever the time is right.

Internal Flights Included e inc ude i

ts and trans ers

within and in-between Australia and New Zealand as part of your seamless, worry-free adventure.

Love it Local Your trip has been carefully crafted by seasoned experts who know where to go and when, creating itineraries that make the most of every precious day across both incredible countries.

Visit trafalgar.com/ australia-newzealand or turn the page to learn more about some of the unmissable experiences that await. 37

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Hop

Field of Light by Bruce Munro e

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and New Zealand.

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Australia.

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or an un or etta e sunset. - Included

Take a dip

on Perfect Tasmania; Tassie Getaway. a re res in

sp as in t e natura p un e poo s

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his story at his home, Mount Gnomon

Mount Gnomon Farm

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Unlocking The Best Experiences

Hop to it at Kangaroo Island Australia’s third-largest island and sanctuary for 18 native mammals, you’ll delight at your visit to ‘KI,’. From native bushland to pristine beaches, you’ll love the island’s natural beauty and artisanal food scene. Visit the island’s only boutique distillery and meet the owners before sampling their handcrafted spirits before ending the day at Aurora Ozone Hotel for a seafood feast. Perched on the stunning Kingscote seafront, you may even spot a seal or two lounging on the jetty. - Included on Tastes of Southern Australia; Great Ocean Road and Kangaroo Island.

"We saw so much & each day was more spectacular than the last!"

23New Zealand understanding of the delicate nature of

Hello, Hobbiton

Get ready for a much-anticipated trip to the movie set of the now iconic The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit breakfast at a movie site, feeling as ou re ri

t t ere in t e

e ore ou set oﬀ on a uided tour ern

K. Soltys Highlights of Australia & New Zealand

with

ari.

Get V.I.P. at the Opera House Join an expert to tour unseen vantage

points and learn what makes the Opera

House a great icon of the world. Entering

from the stage door, you’ll learn fun

ass

facts, history, and stories of this world-

famous building while seeing places

es.

usua

- Included on Wonders of Australia and

oﬀ imits to t e enera pu ic.

New Zealand; Australian Highlights.

- Included on Iconic North; New Zealand Uncovered.

Mind blowing Milford Sound

Trilogies. Upon arrival you’ll have t ou

fruit farming in this part of the world.

o erin c iﬀs surroundin

ou and a

glass-like lake ahead, there’s a reason why Milford Sound sits at the top of

through the 12-acre set. Whether or

‘must-do’s’ in New Zealand. Make sure

not you’re a Hobbit fan or not, this

you have your camera or phone charged

tour among rolling green hills and

for plenty of photos, today will be a day

lush landscape will be a delight for all

where you’ll appreciate why the locals

travelers. - Included on Contrasts of

call New Zealand ‘Godzone’. - Included

Australia and New Zealand; Contrasts

on Highlights of Australia and New

of New Zealand.

Zealand; Southern Spectacular.

Racing Royalty After a distinguished career as a famous racing jockey, Lance O’Sullivan and his wife Bridgette settled in the North Island’s Waikato region and opened their gorgeous Red Barn for others to learn about life in rural NZ. Hear Lance’s story, meet their farm animals and churn your own butter which you’ll devour alongside a delicious family-style lunch. - Included on New Zealand Uncovered; Iconic North.

ass

The Kiwi Capital

Taste New Zealand’s most beloved

curl

fruit, the Kiwi, at a farm in Te Puke, the

ait

kiwifruit capital. Learn from Gavin &

ded

Amanda Fleming, local producers whose

way.

family have been growing the zesty fruit on the farm for generations. Gain an

Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park

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Unlocking The Best of Europe and Britain

Unlock the best of

Europe and Britain

We know the places that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. With us by your side, you’ll visit the unmissable sights and spend time with local communities across the continent. Our connections and understanding of how the locals live and the importance on making a positive impact on the places we visit will bring the best of Europe & Britain to life for you.

Visit trafalgar.com/europe-britain

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Deeper, richer and

always local 125 Itineraries  6 - 31 Days What’s included on every trip Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar Difference Exclusive, Unparalleled Access Long standing industry partnerships unlock the very best of each place that ou isit ike sta s a on t e ma Coast and Island of Capri, or dinnerafter-dark in the Vatican Museums.

Revel in the Journey From cruising Greece to riding the rails through Switzerland, we’ve chosen the ideal transport through each country to ensure your journey is as good as the destination.

Cross Borders with Ease We’ve taken the hassle out of crossing borders and traveling across multiple countries. With on-the-ground support and smooth, pre-planned transit your team has got you covered.

Visit trafalgar.com/europe-britain or turn the page to learn more about some of the unmissable experiences that await. 41

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Unlocking The Best of Experiences

"We not only saw the highlights of Italy but also the little hidden gems. Trafalgar made sure we had the opportunity to meet the people, see the country, and learn some of their traditions.”

See the Sistine Chapel after dark

England’s best examples of Elizabethan architecture before wandering formal

Enjoy a private tour of the Vatican Museums after the crowds have left. Delve behind the scenes with a Local pecia ist

o s o

oﬀ t e o

See and Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel before sitting down to a spectacular

L. Thornton Italy Bellissimo

meal. - Included on Rome & Tuscan Highlights; Contrasts of Italy.

& Cornwall.

Say 'opa!' in Greece Share a meal with the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm to earn o

o i e oi is made.

is rst

hand encounter with Greek cuisine and culture with a local family is a memorable evening featuring ouzo and a lesson in Greek dancing. - Included

to walk through its tiny streets before

on Best of Greece; Secrets of Greece

Connecting With Locals watching how

including Corfu.

local delicacy yourself before enjoying a simple but delicious Sicilian meal. - Included on Best of Italy & Sicily; Colors of Sicily.

ouse. tep ack into

on t or et our rst sip

at the Castañón family’s Cider Mill, where three generations have been perfecting the art of cider production. before an ‘Espicha’ dinner, where cider

Feel like a British aristocrat when ou enter t e reat a o

Taste Cider in Spain

Witness the famous pouring technique

Live the royal life

Garden. - Included on Best of Devon

Visit the village of Castiglione di Sicilia

Then roll up your sleeves to make this

Rome

gardens, a maze, and even the Secret

Make macaroni with Mama

homemade macaroni is made by hand.

Pasta making,

on eat ears o

takes the leading role, accompanying each delicious dish. - Included on Northern Spain.

fascinating British tradition in one of

Visit trafalgar.com/europe-britain

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Unlocking The Best Experiences

Immerse in Bedouin traditions Dive Into Culture on your journey along the Silk Road as you explore the ‘Rose City’ of Petra, before meeting Bedouin locals for an evening in their village. Feel the same

than

mal

ret

von

m to

excitement traders must have felt as they emerged from the long narrow Siq and faced the pink sandstone façade of buildings like the Treasury. - Included on Jordan Experience; Best of Israel &

Petra, Jordan

Jordan Experience.

Tour a fairy-tale castle

Scope out the northern lights

Admire the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein

Enjoy an incredible Stays With

Castle rising from the hills. This

Stories in the signature Aurora

Romanesque Revival castle is said to

Cabins. With their expansive glass

have been the muse for Walt Disney’s

roof, if the weather is right, you’ll get

Sleeping Beauty Castle. Live out your

the best views of the northern lights

dream of being king or queen for

- feeling immersed in the fairy-tale

a day when you enter this magical

landscapes of the Arctic. - Included

realm. - Included on Sound of

on Scandinavian Northern Lights.

Music; Best of Germany.

Sip port in Portugal

Feast on Sweden's farm-totable fare

Visit Vila Nova de Gaia in the historic

Travel to Stora Skuggans Värdshus,

city of Porto and enjoy a private tour

a guesthouse famous for its

of one of Portugal’s most famous

commitment to eco-friendly cooking

wineries followed by a wine tasting.

and whole foods. Tour the vegetable

earn o

to identi

t e diﬀerent

gardens before gathering round

styles, blends, and vintages in the

an open re to ri

our o n

company of a Porto Cellar Master.

Koerv med broed, sausage and

- Included on Best of Portugal;

a bun, and feast on grilled king’s

Treasures of Spain and Portugal.

lamb. - Included on Capitals of

Castello Del Trebbio, Tuscany

Scandinavia; Capitals of the North.

o and

Feast in a 12th Century Castle.

ded

Experience the real Italian Bellissimo during

ece

an exclusive tour and traditional dinner s o casin

oca

ianti at a ma ni cent

castle, once home to infamous dungeons, set deep in the Tuscan hills. - Included on European Dream; Italian Glory.

Explore the Norwegian countryside

on.

Visit Øvre Eide, a 500-year-old working farm

ique

near Bergen at the edge of a lake. Explore

ider

the farm buildings and meet some of the

resident animals before lunch featuring local produce paired with a rousing performance. Øvre Eide Farm - Be My Guest Experience, Norway

- Included on Best of Norway; Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords. 43

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England with @Alijandra_vk

Germany with @Trishlarsen

Experience the world… iﬀerentl

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Italy with @Experience_travelforlife

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