HIGHLIGHTS

A COLLECTION OF GREAT VALUE TOURS WORLDWIDE

HIGHLIGHTSWe have carefully distilled the authentic Jules Verne experience into a select range of concise arrangements, shorter and more affordable than those featured in our current ‘Worldwide Journeys’, yet encompassing the essential sights, sounds and atmosphere of each destination and of a Jules Verne tour (if you prefer a normally longer ‘Worldwide’ tour, one is mentioned on each page). We create exceptional value for you by offering a more limited choice of date, a slightly larger group size (average group size is 15 guests on Highlights tours and 11 on our other tours), more affordable hotels with some free time for independent exploration or to join optional activities.

FLEXIBLE BOOKING POLICYOur flexible booking policy applies to all reservations for tours departing more than two months ahead. Whether you are making a new booking or re-booking a tour, you may alter to a new date and/or destination, free of charge, as long as the original tour departure date is outside the 61-day ‘balance due’ period. For full details, please see vjv.com.

WE ARE RECOGNISEDWe are delighted to have been awarded ‘Best Specialist Tour Operator’ for the fifth consecutive year at The Times/Sunday Times Travel Awards 2020 and recognised by Which? as one of the specialist and smaller holiday firms leading the way during Covid-19; abiding by the law and looking after our customers’ interests.

JULES VERNE FLEXIBILITY

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Jules Verne offer innovative small group escorted tours, authentic travel with a twist for people who love to see the world. Our expert guides show you the true character of each destination. Fully ABTA and ATOL bonded and winner of many travel awards, our expert staff organise every detail so you can book with confidence.

OVER 40 YEARS OF EXPERIENCEFounded in 1978, Jules Verne has a wealth of experience to match your needs.

PRICE GUARANTEEOur 100% Price Guarantee means your holiday price is fixed when you book and you won’t ever pay more, even if our costs increase.

HONEST PRICINGWe take care to offer simple, honest pricing, clearly explained with no hidden extras.

SPECIALIST GUIDESExperienced English-speaking local specialist guides bring the destinations to life and look after your travel arrangements and well-being.

PRIVATELY GUIDEDEnjoy a personal experience with family or friends, visiting programmed sights with your own private vehicle and driver/guide, allowing better access and flexibility than larger groups/vehicles. Choose a published departure or another date. Supplements are per person based on two but reduced ‘pro rata for groups of 3 or more.

MEALSBreakfast is included, plus some lunches or dinners on many tours for value or convenience (shown in the itinerary as B, L, D). We create opportunities to sample local cuisine of your choice rather than more standardised hotel fare.

EXTENSION OPTIONSWhy not personalise your visit with extensions or extra nights.

FLIGHTS/INDEPENDENT ARRIVALWhere practical, we offer flights from multiple airports but please let us know if you are looking for an alternative route or timing. We offer price reductions if arranging your own travel, arriving and departing independently.

HOW TO BOOKPlease call, complete our online booking form or e-mail sales@vjv.co.uk. Our Personal Travel Experts will be pleased to help you.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (HIGHLIGHTS)“Excellent tour with a tour guide who is passionate about his country and was available at all times if needed. Every day was packed with things to see and wonderful experiences to experience.” (Uzbekistan)

“Good value for money. It included all of the aspects of Jordan that were on our bucket list.” (Jordan)

“The tour was well organised, the guide excellent as was the driver. The variety of sights visited well chosen. The hotels provided a good mix.” (Northern India)

“The tour more than delivered on my expectations. Wonderful sightseeing, excellent local guides, characterful accommodation and value for money.” (Vietnam and Cambodia)

“Every aspect of the holiday was exceptional.” (Northern India)

CONTENTS

THE JULES VERNE DIFFERENCE

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DOURO 4

HIGHLIGHTS OF TURKEY 6

HIGHLIGHTS OF ALBANIA 8

HIGHLIGHTS OF RUSSIA 10

HIGHLIGHTS OF MOROCCO 12

HIGHLIGHTS OF KENYA 14

HIGHLIGHTS OF ZIMBABWE & BOTSWANA 16

HIGHLIGHTS OF SOUTH AFRICA 18

HIGHLIGHTS OF JORDAN 20

HIGHLIGHTS OF UZBEKISTAN 22

HIGHLIGHTS OF NORTHERN INDIA 24

HIGHLIGHTS OF SOUTHERN INDIA 26

HIGHLIGHTS OF VIETNAM & CAMBODIA 28

HIGHLIGHTS OF BURMA 30

HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA 32

TERMS & CONDITIONS 34

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INTRODUCTIONDiscover the stunning ‘River of Gold’ from the comfort of a cruise vessel, with departures to capture the best of the seasons and their amazing views, relax on board or explore culture and culinary delights, spanning the length of the Douro River from Porto until Salamanca – including four UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Historic centre of Porto, the Old Town of Salamanca, the Douro wine region and the historic centre of Guimarães.To most appreciate the natural beauty of the Douro valley, spring, summer and autumn are the best seasons to visit the Iberian Peninsula. The height of summer, when all the vineyards are in full bloom provide the most majestic view of the Douro River and surrounding valleys while the vineyard harvest period – while not a fixed time of year – typically falls in the second half of September. At this time of year, the river Douro comes alive with thousands of vineyard workers hand-picking and collecting the grapes that make this region famous for both wine and port.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly from your chosen airport to Porto. Embark on MS Infante Don Henrique for seven nights. Welcome cocktail and crew introduction. Tour of Porto by night. (D)DAY 2 Tour of Porto including Palácio da Bolsa and the ‘Golden Church’. Visit a port wine cellar. Pre-dinner Jules Verne drinks party. Fado entertainment on board. (B, L, D)DAY 3 Visit Nossa Senhora de Oliveira and Palace of the Dukes of Braganza in Guimarães. Cruise to Régua. (B, L, D)DAY 4 Tour of Vila Real and a tasting of Cristas de Galo. Visit the 18th-centuryMateus Manor House, a beautiful small palace with impressive gardens and fine Baroque architecture. Evening of Flamenco entertainment. (B, L, D)DAY 5 Travel to Salamanca in Spain. Tour includes the cathedral, university, free time and lunch in a restaurant (drinks not included). (B, L, D)DAY 6 Morning cruise. Tour of the port wine route with port tasting at a Quinta. Return to the vessel in Pinhão. Gala dinner. (B, L, D)DAY 7 Visit ancient Lamego a picturesque

town with the 18th-century pilgrimage site of ‘Our Lady of the Remedies’. Sail to Porto. Farewell Jules Verne drinks party. Evening of folk entertainment. (B, L, D)DAY 8 Disembark for the return flight. (B)

MS INFANTE DON HENRIQUELaunched in 2003 and refurbished in 2014 to a high standard, the vessel is registered in France with a mainly European crew and announcements in French and English. For 20 years Jules Verne has been the main UK partner of the innovative French cruise company, CroisiEurope, established over 40 years ago, now boasting the largest European river fleet (over 40 ships).All drinks, except premium brands are included throughout the cruise. Enjoy International and French cuisine with a choice of wines in an elegant one-sittingdining room. Breakfast is a buffet, lunch and dinner waiter service with the occasional buffet. The vessel does not sail at night.71 air-conditioned cabins with private facilities, hairdryer, safe, satellite TV and picture windows. Reception, lift, lounge bar, viewing deck and WiFi (free/limited).

HIGHLIGHTS OFTHE DOURO

A new itinerary introducing the Douro cruise of our long-standing European partner, CroisiEurope from Porto to Spain enjoying seven excursions including Porto, Guimarães and Salamanca

OVERVIEWPorto (Days 1 & 2)Guimarães/Régua (Day 3)Vega de Terron (Day 4)Salamanca/Barca D’Alva (Day 5)Rio Torto Valley/Pinhão (Day 6)Lamego/Porto (Day 7)Return Flight (Day 8)

KEY FEATURESExcursions & Drinks Included4 UNESCO Heritage SitesNo Single SupplementUK Tour ManagerGroup Size: 6 – 28Early Booking Offer: For all 2022 bookings made by 31 August 2021, deduct £60 per person

SPECIAL EVENTSPortuguese EntertainmentEnjoy Porto by night, port tastings, Fado, Flamenco and Folklore on board.

7 nights from

£1695

Salamanca

S PA I NP O R T U G A L

DouroVila Real

Guimarães

Salamanca

Barca d’Alva

RéguaPorto

North AtlanticOcean

PinhàoVega de Terron

Lamego

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2021 – MondaysJul 19* £1745 Sep 27 £1845

Aug 16* £1745 Oct 11 £1795

Sep 13 £1895

2022 – MondaysMay 2 £1945 Sep 5 £1995Jun 6 £1995 Sep 19 £1995Jul 18* £1845 Oct 17 £1695Aug 15 £1845

Supplements per person*NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (Main & Middle Decks only – limited availability)Single supplement – £395 (2022 £495)Middle Deck – £95 (2022 £145)Upper Deck – £195TAP Portugal Business Class – from £195easyJet Gatwick/Ryanair Stansted – nil

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, port charges, transfers, 7-night cruise, full board and drinks on cruise vessel, excursions, UK Tour Manager, local expert guides and representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

PORTUGAL

POST-CRUISE EXTENSION – PORTUGAL’S CAPITAL CITIESStay two nights at the 3-star art-deco central Hotel Astoria in Coimbra and two nights at the 4-star central Hotel Mundial in Lisbon. By rail between Porto, Coimbra and Lisbon with a half-day tour of Lisbon. Breakfast daily.4 nights – £485Single supplement £225

DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double Main Deck cabinTAP Portugal from Gatwick

PRE-CRUISE EXTENSION –THE CRADLE OF PORTUGALStay at the 4-star Hotel do Parque perched high on a hilltop overlooking Braga and surrounded by gardens, with access into the town by road and funicular. 49 air-conditioned rooms with mini-bar, hairdryer and satellite TV. Sightseeing includes tours of medieval Braga, Viana do Castelo and Ponte de Lima. Breakfast daily.3 nights – £345Single supplement – £105 (2022 £120)

Mateus Manor House

Bom Jesus, Braga

Mateus Manor House

MS Infante Don Henrique

Mateus Manor House

Coimbra

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INTRODUCTIONAs the meeting point of Europe and Asia, Turkey was invaded from the east by the Hittites, Mongols and Seljuks. Western influence came from the Greeks who destroyed Troy, Alexander the Great’s Macedonians who stayed to rule and the Romans who moved their capital to Constantinople.The Seljuks and Ottomans who overtook the Byzantine Empire made Constantinople their capital of Istanbul. Today it evokes Byzantine intrigues, the treasures of Topkapi and ‘Turkish delights’.The previous capital, Bursa further reveals Ottoman architecture and culture.Ephesus displays well-preserved remains including the Roman Theatre, Baths of Constantine, Arcadian Way where Cleopatra entered in triumph, Marble Way, Library of Celsus and the ‘terrace houses’. Ancient Pergamon, part of which is in Berlin’s Pergamon museum is impressively sited. Troy is an evocative visit, a step even further back into ancient time.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly from London Heathrow to Istanbul for three nights at the 4-star Hotel Yigitalp, a modern hotel in the old city.DAY 2 Visit the imposing St. Sophia and it’sspectacular mosaics, originally a Byzantine church from the 6th century and now a mosque. Visit the Roman Hippodrome and the Ottoman era Blue Mosque, magnificently decorated with Iznik tiles. Explore the iconic Topkapi Palace including the gardens, imperial Harem and famed Treasury including the Topkapi dagger and Spoonmaker diamond. (B)DAY 3 Optional full-day tour to Suleyman Mosque, the 19th century imperial Dolmabahçe Palace and the Egyptian Bazaar. Enjoy a classic Bosphorus cruise, including lunch (£65, pre-bookable). (B)DAY 4 Travel to Gallipoli (4 hrs) site of the ANZAC and British landings in the First World War. Cross the Dardanelles by boat to visit the remains of Troy. Overnight at 4-starcoastal Akol Hotel in Canakkale. (B, D)

DAY 5 Travel to Pergamon (3 hrs) to visit the spectacularly sited Acropolis and ancient healing complex of the Asklepion. Continue to Kusadasi for two nights at the 4-star Hotel Charisma on the coast in central Kusadasi. (B, D)DAY 6 Morning tour to ancient Ephesus, one of the great classical sites and the Basilica of St. John. (B, D)DAY 7 Travel to Bursa, the former Ottoman capital whilst Istanbul was still Byzantine Constantinople (5 hrs). Visit the sultan’stombs, Great Mosque and silk bazaar. Overnight at the 4-star Gonluferah City Hotel. (B, D)DAY 8 Travel from Bursa to Istanbul airport for the return flight to London Heathrow. (B)

ACCOMMODATIONAll hotels are 4-star with restaurant, bar, WiFi (free) and air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, safe, mini-bar and satellite TV.

HIGHLIGHTSOF TURKEY

Exceptional value for a journey of discovery from Istanbul to Ephesus via Troy, Pergamon and Bursa through ancient, Ottoman and Byzantine Turkey

OVERVIEWIstanbul (3 nights)Canakkale (1 night)Kusadasi (2 nights)Bursa (1 night)

KEY FEATURESCultural & Natural Wonders TourJules Verne Sightseeing5 UNESCO World Heritage SitesNo Single SupplementLocal Expert GuidesGroup Size: 8 – 28

7 nights from

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“100% good holiday experience, good hotels. Good balance of free time, tours & shopping etc.”

Grand Bazaar

Topkapi Palace, Istanbul

T U R K E Y

Black Sea

Sea of Marmara

Dardanelle

s

AegeanSea

Troy

Canakkale

GallipoliIstanbul

Pergamon

Kusadasi

Bursa

Ephesus

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomTurkish Airlines from Heathrow

2021 – SaturdaysSep 11 £1175 Oct 9 £1145Sep 25 £1175

2022 – SaturdaysMay 14* £1145 Sep 24 £1145Jun 11 £1195 Oct 8* £1095Sep 10 £1195

Supplements per person*NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (limited availability) Single supplement – £255 Turkish Airlines from Manchester – £100 British Airways from London Heathrow – £125 Privately Guided – £995 (see page 3)

Extra Nights – IstanbulHotel Yigitalp (per night) – £45 Single supplement – £29

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 4 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £250 Arrival transfer £35 Departure transfer £110

NotesOn occasion alternative hotels may be used. Some visits are on foot with some uneven surface and inclines.

TURKEY

GRAND TOUR OF TURKEY14 nights from £1945Alternatively, enjoy a comprehensive tour of Turkey visiting Troy, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Aphrodisias, Konya, Cappadocia, Ankara, Gordion, Hattusha, Bursa and Istanbul. Tour includes nine UNESCO Word Heritage Sites, two lunches and 12 dinners. Solo group option available on 30 Oct 2021, 12 Mar & 29 Oct 2022.

Aya Sofya

Acropolis, Pergamon

Aya Sofya

Ephesus

Aya Sofya

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INTRODUCTIONFollowing the success of our Classical Tour of Albania, we are pleased to introduce an alternative arrangement during the quiet spring and autumn periods. This single centre short break is ideal for those looking to sample some of this fascinating country’smany highlights.Stay in coastal Durres close to Tirana, the favoured resort from the capital and conveniently placed for excursions. It boasts a Roman amphitheatre, archaeological museum & beach near the hotel.The picturesque museum town of Berat, known as the ‘city of a thousand windows’, has a collection of white Ottoman houses climbing up the hill to its castle.Kruja reveals a rich history and was notably the centre of the fight against the invading Ottomans whose threat was repelled thanks to the leadership of the nation’s hero, Gjergj Kastrioti (Skanderbeg), whose statue is prominently sited in the capital.Tirana is a bustling capital with striking Communist-era architecture and relics, as well as peaceful public squares.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly from London Gatwick to Tirana and transfer to 4-star Royal G Hotel and Spa in Durres for four nights.DAY 2 Drive to Kruja, a previous capital during the resistance against the Turks under the national hero Skanderbeg and visit the Skanderbeg Museum inside Kruja castle and the Ethnographic Museum. Time to walk through the Old Bazaar before continuing to Tirana for a walking tour of the Bllok area, the Skanderbeg square and Bunkart 2, a museum inside a preserved Communist-eranuclear bunker. (B, L)DAY 3 Travel to Berat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to some of the best examples of Ottoman architecture outside Turkey. Explore Berat Castle and Onufri Museum dedicated to the Albanian Icon master painter of the 16th century. (B, L)DAY 4 Day at leisure to explore Durres and its amphitheatre or perhaps the archaeological museum. (B)DAY 5 Return flight. (B)Note: This itinerary includes visits on foot including some uneven surfaces and inclines.

ROYAL G HOTEL AND SPAA modern 4-star hotel in Durres, close to the seaside with beach access. Restaurant, bar, pools, gym, spa, sauna and WiFi (free). 110 air-conditioned rooms with sea view, hairdryer, safe, mini-fridge, tea/coffee making facilities, satellite TV and balcony.

HIGHLIGHTS OF ALBANIA

Exceptional value for a few days in the ‘Land of the Eagles’, staying conveniently in Durres at a seaside property with included excursions to the previous capital Kruja, modern Tirana and Ottoman Berat

OVERVIEWDurres (4 nights)

KEY FEATURESCultural & Countryside TourNew Single Centre TourJules Verne SightseeingUNESCO Heritage Site: BeratNo Single Supplement/Solo GroupsLocal Expert GuideGroup Size: 4 – 18

4 nights from

£525

Royal G Hotel & Spa Durres

Skanderbeg Square, Tirana Old Bazaar, Kruja

50% Tint(surrounding land)

20% Tint(highlighted land)

water

borders

Berat

A L B A N I A

Durrës TIRANAKruja

Berat

TIRANATIRANAKruja

TIRANA

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomBritish Airways from Gatwick

2021 – MondaysOct 4* £725 Nov 1* £545Oct 18* £595

2021 – Monday (Solo Group)Nov 15* £525

2022 – MondaysFeb 21* £545 Oct 3* £615Mar 21* £595 Oct 17* £615Apr 18* £615 Oct 31* £545May 9* £615

2022 – Monday (Solo Group)

Nov 14* £545

Supplements per person*NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTBritish Airways Club Europe – from £395Privately Guided – £245 (see page 3)

Extra Nights – DurresRoyal G Hotel and Spa (per night) – £35Single supplement – £25

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 4 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 2 lunches, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £200Arrival or departure transfer £20

ALBANIA

CLASSICAL TOUR OF ALBANIA8 nights from £845Alternatively, explore Albania’s classicsites and undiscovered heritage on our top-selling tour. The country is full of Ottoman fortresses, prehistoric dwellings, ancient citadels, and theatres of the ancient world as revealed in the UNESCO hillside ‘Museum City’ of Gjirokastra, in Berat, Roman Apollonia, the UNESCO site of Butrint and Durres. Visit an Albanian family in Dhoksat and enjoy a home cooked lunch.

Durres

National Skanderbeg Museum, Kruja

Durres

Berat

Butrint

Durres

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INTRODUCTIONSt. Petersburg was created just over 300 years ago by Peter the Great as his ‘Window on the West’. The most beautiful of Russian cities is a city unlike any other in Europe and certainly in Russia. The construction of the city started with the citadel of St. Petersburg, now the Peter and Paul Fortress, which was built to Domenico Trezzini’s design as a star fortress. This set the start of the development of the city by Italian and French architects to transform marshland into a great city, dubbed as ‘Venice of the North’, full of canals, cathedrals and palaces. The city has been restored to its former glory since the fall of Communism.Moscow is one of the world’s most opulent and fascinating capitals. A city of contrasts where ancient monasteries stand side by ultra-modern skyscrapers. The Kremlin constructed by Italian masters from 1485 to 1495, is still at the heart of Moscow – symbolically, historically and strategically. The vast expanse of Red Square, measuring 500 metres in length, is flanked by the striking St. Basil’s Cathedral and GUM department store.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly from your chosen airport to St. Petersburg. Transfer to 3-star Kristoff Hotel for four nights.DAY 2 Tour of St. Petersburg viewing St. Isaac’s Cathedral, the Admiralty and the Church on the Spilled Blood. (B)DAY 3 Visit to the impressive State Hermitage Museum, one of the largest and oldest museums in the world, founded in 1764 by Catherine the Great. Optional afternoon visit to the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood which contains over 7500 square metres of mosaics (£48). (B)DAY 4 Optional morning excursion to Peterhof gardens, Peter the Great’s’Russian Versailles’ (£70). Optional afternoon visit to Peter & Paul Fortress including Peter and Paul Cathedral (£48). (B)DAY 5 Morning journey on the Sapsan high-speed train to Moscow (4 hrs 15 mins). Transfer to 4-star Holiday Inn Moscow Sokolniki for two nights. Tour of Moscow includes the famous Red Square, GUM department store, Moscow State University and its viewing platform on Sparrow Hills. (B)

DAY 6 A morning visit to the Kremlin including the Assumption and Archangel Michael Cathedrals and optional visit to the collections of the Armoury which include Fabergé Imperial eggs, state carriages, thrones and coronation dresses (£60). Optional afternoon visit to the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and its viewing platform for a breathtaking view of Moscow (£58). (B)DAY 7 Return flight. (B)Note: This itinerary involves carrying luggage on and off a train.

ACCOMMODATIONKristoff Hotel: A classic, simple 3-starhotel in the centre and a 10 minutes’ walk to Nevsky Prospekt. Restaurant, bar and WiFi (free). 31 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV.Holiday Inn Moscow Sokolniki: A modern 4-star hotel by Sokolniki Park and easy access by metro to the centre. Restaurant, bar, gym, pool, sauna and WiFi (free). 523 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV.

HIGHLIGHTSOF RUSSIA

Exceptional value to experience the magnificence of St. Petersburg & Moscow linked by a high-speed train, includes visits to the Hermitage & Kremlin

OVERVIEWSt. Petersburg (4 nights)Moscow (2 nights)

KEY FEATURESCultural TourNew TourJules Verne Sightseeing2 UNESCO Heritage SitesLocal Expert GuidesCentral HotelGroup Size: 8 – 25

6 nights from

£895

Peter and Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg

Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg

R U S S I A

Volga

Lake Ladoga

MOSCOW

St. Petersburg

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomFinnair from Heathrow

2021 – MondaysSep 6 £975 Oct 4 £895

2022 – MondaysMar 7 £895 Aug 15 £975Apr 25 £925 Sep 5 £925May 9 £975 Sep 19 £925Jun 6 £975 Oct 3 £895

Supplements per personSingle supplement – £195 (May/Jun/Aug/Sep 6 £265) Finnair from Manchester – £75 WizzAir from Luton – £50

Extra Nights – St. Petersburg / MoscowKristoff Hotel, St. Petersburg (per night) – £55 (May/Jun/Aug £85) Single supplement – £45 (May/Jun/Aug £75)Holiday Inn Sokolniki, Moscow (per night) – £80 Single supplement – £65

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 6 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £200 Arrival or departure transfer £45

RUSSIA

RUSSIAN CAPITALS7 nights from £1075Alternatively, discover the multi-domed churches and Romanov palaces at the imperial capitals of the world’s biggest country: Moscow and St. Petersburg, linked by the high-speed ‘Sapsan’ train. With a choice of central 4-star hotels or upgraded 5-star option. Includes a visit to VDNKH and the Armoury, a tour of Moscow’s impressive Metro and a special visit to the private Fabergé Museum.

Cathedral of the Saviour on Spilled Blood

Moscow

Cathedral of the Saviour on Spilled Blood

St. Basil's Cathedral, Red Square, Moscow

Cathedral of the Saviour on Spilled Blood

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INTRODUCTIONMorocco is a chaotic and colourful, mysterious and mythical land shaped by many nations. The heady combination of Arabic tradition, French influence and African assimilation whisks travellers away on a magic carpet ride of a tour. Morocco will open your eyes to a world of history, a rich culture and a magnificent rural and urban landscape.Discover the mystical and awe-inspiringMarrakech, where visitors can explore colourful markets with a buzzing atmosphere and the delicious scent of sweet and spicy culinary delights. Here, you will also uncover many enchanting gardens, souks and palaces.Rabat and the coastal town of Casablanca are hidden gems in the Moroccan treasure chest revealing fascinating medinas, fine gateways, battlements, trees and flowers and a great port, while the medieval city of Fez is where you find old Morocco still exists as it remains relatively unchanged since its founding 1000 years ago, here you’ll find mystical medinas, quirky and narrow streets, and original gates and forts.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly from your chosen airport to Marrakech, which was founded in the 11th century and grew rich on trade in gold and ivory culminating in its recognition as the capital of an empire from Toledo to Senegal. Transfer to the 4-star Palm Plaza Hotel & Spa, located close to Agdal Botanical Gardens for two nights.DAY 2 Full-day tour of Marrakech includes Koutoubia Minaret, Majorelle Gardens, Bahia Palace and Dar Si Said Palace museum of jewellery, costume, chests and doors. (B, L)DAY 3 Travel to Rabat for a tour of the Imperial city, now the capital, including the Mohammed V Mausoleum, Hassan Tower, the ruins of the Roman town of Sala Colonia and the Oudaya Kasbah. Overnight at the 4-star Hotel Le Diwan Rabat-MGallery in the capital, Rabat. (B, L)DAY 4 Visit Roman Volubilis and hill town of Moulay Idriss. Travel to Fez (3 hrs), Morocco’scultural capital, for two nights at the Moroccan 4-star Atlas Volubilis Hotel. (B, L)DAY 5 Drive around the ramparts of Fez and visit the 14th-century Bou Inania Medersa and museum with its illuminated

manuscripts and ceramics. After lunch in the medina, explore the labyrinthine medina and souks, the largest in the world, including Attarine Medersa and Neijarin fountain. (B, L)DAY 6 In Meknes, tour its ramparts, imperial granaries and stables. Travel to Casablanca for overnight at the 4-star Atlas Almohades Hotel in central Casablanca. (B, L)DAY 7 Visit Casablanca and it’s landmark; the Hassan II Mosque. This opulent mosque is a showcase of the finest Moroccan artisan ship: hand-carved stone and wood, intricate marble flooring and inlay, gilded cedar ceilings and exquisite mosaic tile work abound. Continue to Marrakech for overnight. (B, L)DAY 8 Return flight from Marrakech. (B)Note: Exploring the medinas can be hectic and includes a couple of hours walking.

ACCOMMODATIONAll hotels are well located and have restaurant, bar, pool (except Casablanca) and WiFi (free). Rooms are air-conditioned with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar and satellite TV.

HIGHLIGHTSOF MOROCCO

Discover the mystical Marrakech and its colourful markets, explore Morocco’s imperial cities, medinas and monuments on this carefully designed tour of the Moroccan highlights

OVERVIEWMarrakech (2 nights)Rabat (1 night)Fez (2 nights)Casablanca (1 night)Marrakech (1 night)

KEY FEATURESCultural TourJules Verne Sightseeing5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites6 LunchesGroup Size: 5 – 22

7 nights from

£895

“Well planned itinerary, very good guide and excellent considerate driver, food excellent.”

Marrakech

M O R O CCOMarrakech

RABAT

Atlantic Ocean

Mediterranean Sea

Volubilis

Meknes Fez

CasablancaCasablanca

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomAir Arabia from Gatwick

2021 – SundaysSep 19 £895 Nov 21 £945Oct 10 £945 Dec 5 £895Nov 7 £945 Dec 19 £995

2022 – SundaysJan 30 £995 Oct 9 £1045Feb 13 £1095 Nov 6 £1045Mar 13 £995 Nov 20 £1045May 15 £1045 Dec 4 £995Sep 18 £995

Supplements per personSingle supplement – £175 (2022 £195) British Airways from Gatwick – £95 British Airways from Heathrow – £190 (not operating from May-Oct) British Airways Club Europe – from £395

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 6 lunches, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £200 Arrival or departure transfer £15

MOROCCO

GRAND TOUR OF MOROCCO14 nights from £1995Alternatively, explore the major historical sites and natural wonders of Morocco, whilst revealing its cultural diversity, from Berber and Arabised areas to former French, Spanish and Portuguese cities. Travel from the coast to the Atlas mountains, from the desert to the Imperial cities, from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean coast, staying in Riads, historic and coastal hotels.

Basilica, Volubilis

Rabat

Basilica, Volubilis

High Atlas Mountains

Basilica, Volubilis

Fez

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INTRODUCTION2021 is a good time for Kenya for two good reasons: firstly visitor numbers have fallen and the country needs tourism to support its people and its animals; secondly it is an amazing country and currently not crowded with visitors, with 2021 likely to remain quiet for improved game viewing. Explore Kenya’sbest game reserves at an exceptional tariff.Amboseli National Park, a green swampland at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, offering a large concentration of wildlife, particularly in the dry season (Jul-Oct). There are thousands of elephants, including some of the largest in Africa and 2020 has seen a baby boom due to good rains and fewer visitors; other wildlife inhabiting the grasslands includes cheetah, rhino, waterbuck, zebra and warthog.The Mara’ is a Big Five reserve and a Big Cat haunt. It will be quieter and best value in early 2021, the green season when most young animals are born, but it is also worth paying a bit more to experience the world’s greatest natural spectacle, the Great Wildebeest Migration from the Serengeti (normally Aug-Sep), the promise of rain and fresh life giving grass in the north brings

more than 1 million Wildebeest together as they pour across the border into the Mara). Home to thousands of animals, the Masai Mara game drives are a real highlight.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly direct from Heathrow to Nairobi. Overnight at the Tamarind Tree hotel.DAY 2 Travel to Amboseli National Park (4 hrs) for two nights at Amboseli Sopa Lodge. Afternoon at leisure or enjoy an optional game drive in Amboseli National Park (£65, pre-bookable). (B, L, D)DAY 3 Enjoy a full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park offering stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro with opportunities to see elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo and more. (B, L, D)DAY 4 Drive to Lake Elementaita (6 hrs) for lunch. Afternoon at leisure. Optional visit to Lake Nakuru National Park for an evening game drive (£65, pre-bookable). Overnight at Sentrim Elementaita Lodge. (B, L, D)DAY 5 Travel to the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve situated in the south-easterncorner of Kenya via the stunning Great Rift

Valley (6 hrs). Enjoy an afternoon game drive through the reserve. Stay at Azure Mara Haven for two nights. (B, L, D)DAY 6 Full-day game drive in search for the myriad wildlife that makes the Mara their home. (B, L, D)DAY 7 Enjoy your last early morning game drive before heading to Nairobi (7 hrs) for dinner and the flight home. (B, D)Notes: Some travel is on unmade, bumpy roads and it may be necessary to ‘climb’ into the safari vehicle. 1 x 6 seater safari minibus exclusive to Jules Verne for a maximum of 4 guests.

ACCOMMODATIONAll lodges and hotel offer restaurant, bar, pool and WiFi (free).Tamarind Tree Hotel: Modern and centrally located hotel.Amboseli Sopa Lodge: A rustic lodge in Masai style adjoining Amboseli NP with views of Mount Kilimanjaro.Sentrim Elementaita Lodge: Located on the shores of Lake Elementaita.Azure Mara Haven: Surrounded by spectacular views of the endless savannah with abundant wildlife, located along the banks of River Talek at the edge of the Mara.

HIGHLIGHTS OFKENYA

A new special offer for a safari to Kenya’s lakes and premier game reserves, the Mara and Amboseli following the 2020 Amboseli elephant baby boom

OVERVIEWNairobi (1 night)Amboseli National Park (2 nights)Lake Elementaita (1 night)Masai Mara (2 nights)

KEY FEATURESWildlife ExperienceJules Verne SightseeingGuaranteed Window SeatNo Single Supplement / Solo GroupUNESCO Site: Great Rift ValleyGuaranteed DepartureGroup Size: 2 – 4

6 nights from

£1795

Lake Nakuru

IndianOcean

K E N YA

NAIROBI

Lake Nakuru

Amboseli NP

Masai Mara NP

Lake Elementaita

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomBritish Airways from Heathrow

2021 – TuesdaysJul 27 £2395 Sep 28 £2195Aug 24 £2395 Oct 19 £2095Sep 7 £2345 Nov 9 £1895

2022 – TuesdaysJan 18 £1795 Jul 26 £2395Feb 15 £1845 Aug 23 £2395Mar 15 £1845 Sep 6 £2345Apr 5* £1795 Sep 27 £2195May 17* £1795 Oct 18 £2095Jun 21* £1895 Nov 8 £1895

2022 – Tuesday (Solo Group)Apr 26 £1795

Supplements per person*NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (limited availability)Single supplement – £325 (Jan-Mar/Nov £225; Apr-Jun £125)British Airways World Traveller Plus – from £495British Airways Club World – from £1895Privately Guided (see page 3) – £175 (2 guests); £75 (3 guests); nil (4-6 guests)

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, park entry fees, transfers, 6 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 6 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £600Arrival transfer £35Departure transfer with group included

KENYA

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INTRODUCTIONImproved communications for Zimbabwe have enabled this excellently priced safari, combining a flight to Victoria Falls with good tarmac roads through Zambezi National Park to Botswana and to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s largest wildlife reserve.The mighty Zambezi River appears at its most spectacular at Victoria Falls, where the flow level peaks in May when spray is almost too much for good viewing (lowest in November).Botswana’s Chobe National Park is a prolific year-round wildlife area renowned for buffalo and elephant herds, with big cats most visible in the dry season (May-Oct) when the wildlife concentrates around water.Hwange, the royal hunting ground of Matabele King Mzilikazi and a reserve since 1928 is home to 400 bird species and 100 species of mammals, most notably elephant, zebra, buffalo, giraffe, impala, wildebeest and sable. The many waterholes facilitate game viewing, especially predators, as wildlife congregates during the dry season (May-Oct) when the bush dries out.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly overnight from London Heathrow to Victoria Falls via Addis Ababa or Johannesburg.DAY 2 Transfer to the 3-star A’Zambezi River Lodge, scenically located on the upper Zambezi, 5km from Victoria Falls, for three nights.DAY 3 A morning tour of Victoria Falls, the widest cascade of water on the planet and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Victoria Falls are known more descriptively as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ (the smoke that thunders). Every minute, 600million litres of Zambezi River water crashes over the 110m high cataract. This creates a permanent heavy spray which, in turn, creates a rainforest, which is buzzing with birds, insects and small mammals. Sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi. (B)DAY 4 Optional scenic helicopter flight over the falls (12 mins, £150). Optional tours available locally. (B)DAY 5 Visit the Painted Dogs Centre for protection of the wild dog and continue to Hwange National Park, the biggest and, arguably, the best of Zimbabwe’s game reserves, Hwange is regarded as one of Africa’s premier conservation areas, it is teeming with wildlife including the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and famed elephant herds; with notable numbers of wild dogs, contributing to the Painted Dog Project. It’s diverse landscapes are sprinkled with waterholes and salt pans. Two nights at the 3-star Hwange Safari Lodge by the main gate, a lodge with its own waterhole. (B, D)DAY 6 Early morning and afternoon open vehicle game drives in Hwange National Park. (B, L, D)

DAY 7 Travel through Zambezi National Park and cross the border to Chobe National Park, Botswana’s first National Park and considered among the best in Africa for concentration of game and with the world’slargest population of elephants, known as ‘the land of giants’. Spread along the Chobe River, its floodplains and mahogany forests are home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, zebra, buffalo, waterbuck and 450 species of resident and migratory birds. Two nights at the 4-star Cresta Mowana Safari Lodge in a wonderful scenic location on the magnificent Chobe River. (B, D)DAY 8 Morning open vehicle game drive. Sunset game-viewing cruise on Chobe River, looking for crocodiles, hippos, varied birdlife and animals which come to the water’s edge such as elephants and buffalo. (B, D)DAY 9 Return flight from Victoria Falls via Gaborone and Addis Ababa or Johannesburg. (B)DAY 10 Arrive at London Heathrow.

ACCOMMODATIONAll lodges have a restaurant, bar, pool, WiFi (free) and air-conditioned rooms with private facilities.

HIGHLIGHTSOF ZIMBABWE& BOTSWANAExceptional value for a stay on the Zambezi River near Victoria Falls and for a rewarding African safari in Hwange and Chobe national parks in just a week!

OVERVIEWFlight (1 night)Victoria Falls (3 nights)Hwange National Park (2 nights)Chobe National Park (2 nights)Flight (1 night)

KEY FEATURESWildlife & Natural WondersJules Verne SightseeingOpen Vehicle Game Drives & CruisesUNESCO Heritage Site: Victoria Falls1 Lunch and 4 DinnersLocal Expert GuidesGroup Size: 2 – 12

9 nights from

£2595

“A very enjoyable, well thought out holiday which delivered both on accommodation and experience, a good balance of activity and leisure.”

Z I M B A B W E

from/to Johannesburg

B OT S WA N A

Hwange National ParkChobe National Park

Victoria Falls

via Addis Ababa

B OT S WA N A

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomEthiopian Airlines from Heathrow

2021 – FridaysJul 9 £2895 Oct 8 £2745Aug 6 £2895 Nov 5 £2695Sep 10 £2795

2022 – FridaysFeb 4 £2595 Jul 8 £2895Mar 11 £2645 Aug 5 £2895Apr 8 £2695 Sep 9 £2795May 6 £2695 Oct 7 £2745Jun 10 £2795 Nov 4 £2695

Supplements per personSingle supplement – £545Ethiopian Airlines Business Class – from £1995British Airways from Heathrow – £295 (Apr £350)

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 4 dinners, park fees, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £800Arrival transfer £20Departure transfer £50

ZIMBABWE / BOTSWANA

VICTORIA FALLS TO THE OKAVANGO11 nights from £3995Alternatively, discover Botswana’s uniqueenvironment, staying at the iconic Victoria Falls Hotel and at a boutique camp in the Okavango Delta. Botswana’s wildlife is of the very best and found in significant numbers in the Delta where buffalo, elephant, hippo, cats, antelope, hyenas, hunting dogs can be seen in abundance.

Victoria Falls

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INTRODUCTIONSouth Africa is a country of incredible scenic, climatic and cultural contrasts, where travellers can enjoy unspoilt landscapes, explore world-renowned game reserves and uncover a colourful colonial and African history. There are many areas of this great nation to explore, each contributing to the bigger picture that you’ll take away with you.This programme reveals South Africa’s major attractions including spectacular wildlife at the Kruger National Park and the stunning scenery at the ‘fairest Cape’, staying on the fringes of one of the largest game reserves in the world, with over 700 species of birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibian, as well as the iconic Big Five, and in the heart of Cape Town.The greater Cape area contains some of South Africa’s most unforgettable scenery and historic architecture, from the Winelands to the Cape of Good Hope, Robben Island and the waterfront, all presided over by the iconic Table Mountain.The nation’s elegant capital, Pretoria boasts beautiful buildings rising in broad streets lined with jacaranda trees.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly overnight from London Heathrow to Cape Town.DAY 2 Transfer for five nights to the 4-star Harbour Bridge Hotel, built over the Roggebaai Canal, about 1 mile from Greenmarket Square and from The Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Afternoon at leisure.DAY 3 Half-day Cape Town tour including Company Gardens and the colourful BoKaap area. Optional Table Mountain cable car (weather dependent and bookable locally) to the top where you can walk to different viewpoints and get some great pictures of the city below. The tour ends at the V&A waterfront. (B)DAY 4 Full-day Winelands tour. Discover the town of Stellenbosch on a guided walk and enjoy a wine tasting. In the afternoon enjoy time at leisure in the beautiful town of Franschhoek, known as the food and wine capital of the country. (B)DAY 5 Day at leisure. Optional full day Cape Point tour along the coasts of Clifton to view Camps Bay, Hout Bay and Chapman’s Peak. Experience a funicular which reveals the magnificent views from Cape Point (£95). (B)DAY 6 Day at leisure. Optional Robben Island tour (weather dependent), where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years in prison (£50). Transfer back to the hotel after the Robben Island Tour, alternatively spend the afternoon at the V&A Waterfront. (B)DAY 7 Transfer to Cape Town airport and fly to Johannesburg. Half-day Pretoria city tour visiting the Voortrekker Monument to learn about part of South Africa’s history and viewing the Union Buildings. Overnight at the 4-star Court Classique, a boutique hotel in Pretoria. (B)

DAY 8 Travel to the Kruger area (6 hrs). Afternoon game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle. Two nights in tented accommodation at the 3-star Nkambeni Tented Lodge located within the Kruger National Park boundaries. Boma Dinner. (B, D)DAY 9 Full-day game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle at the Kruger National Park. (B, D)DAY 10 Travel to Johannesburg for your return overnight flight. Drive through the scenic Panorama route, stopping en-route at Bourke’s Luck Potholes and Three Rondavels to admire the views. (B)DAY 11 Arrive at London Heathrow.Note: Some travel is on unmade, bumpy roads and it is necessary to ‘climb’ into the safari vehicle.

ACCOMMODATIONAll hotels have a restaurant, bar, pool and WiFi (free). Rooms are air-conditioned with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar and satellite TV. The lodge has restaurant, bar, pool and WiFi (free). Rooms are permanent safari style tents.

HIGHLIGHTSOF SOUTH AFRICA

Travel from Cape Town to the majestic wildlife of Kruger National Park, the capital, Pretoria and the spectacular Panorama Route

OVERVIEWFlight (1 night)Cape Town (5 nights)Pretoria (1 night)Kruger Area (2 nights)Flight (1 night)

KEY FEATURESWildlife & Natural WondersJules Verne Sightseeing2 Boma DinnersLocal Expert GuidesGroup Size: 6 – 28

10 nights from

£1995

“Very well organised and each tour day with great content. Overall this tour fully lived up to my expectations and I got to see nearly every thing I wished for”

PRETORIA

KrugerNational Park

S O U T HA F R I C A

Cape Town

Johannesburg

Cape of Good Hope

Winelands

Indian Ocean

StellenboschFranschhoek

S O U T HS O U T HA F R I C AA F R I C A

FranschhoekFranschhoekFranschhoekStellenboschStellenboschStellenbosch

Robben Island

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomBritish Airways from Heathrow

2021 – ThursdaysAug 12 £2095 Nov 11 £2145Oct 14 £2295

2022 – ThursdaysJan 27 £1995 Aug 11 £1995Feb 17 £2095 Oct 13 £2095Mar 17 £1995 Nov 10 £2145Apr 21 £2095

Supplements per personSingle Supplement – £295 (Aug £145)British Airways World Traveller Plus – from £695British Airways Club World – from £3495Privately Guided – £795 (see page 3)

Extra Nights – Cape Town / PretoriaHarbour Bridge Hotel, Cape Town(per night) – £80Single supplement – £55Court Classique, Pretoria(per night) – £75Single supplement – £35Optional Soweto Tour – £180Departure Transfer – £30

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 8 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 2 dinners, park fees, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £800Arrival transfer £25Departure transfer included with the group

SOUTH AFRICA

GRAND TOUR OF SOUTH AFRICA23 nights from £4495Alternatively, join this comprehensive tour travelling from the Kruger to the Cape combining game drives, tribe visit, townships, battlefields, winelands, the Garden Route and ‘the fairest Cape’. A cruise, special meals and specialist battlefields guide enhance the tour.

EXTENSION – VICTORIA FALLSOne of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World is also known as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ (the smoke that thunders). Overnight in Pretoria and fly to Victoria Falls for three nights at the 3-star A’Zambezi RiverLodge, scenically located on the upper Zambezi, 5km from the falls. Includes a tour of Victoria Falls and a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi river. Breakfast daily.4 nights – £945Single supplement – £225

Cape Town

Victoria Falls

Cape Town

Blyde River Canyon

Cathedral Peaks

Cape Town

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INTRODUCTIONThis highlights tour is carefully designed to distil the Jules Verne experience into a concise arrangement, shorter and more affordable. It ‘highlights’ the contrasting indigo waters of the Red Sea and at the lowest point on earth ‘the great salt lake’ that is the Dead Sea with the Nabataean heritage hidden in the ‘rose-red’ city of Petra.The highlight of any visit to Jordan is Petra. Voted one of the ‘New 7 Wonders of the World’ in 2007, it’s easy to see why. Its rich historical past, ruined Roman cities and desert citadels are Jordan’s most valuable treasures. Points of interest are bountiful and include the Street of Façades, the Royal Tombs, a Byzantine church and the incredible, ancient Qasr el-Bint Faroun.Stay at quality hotels and visit ancient, biblical and historic sites including the holy sites of Mount Nebo, where Moses viewed the ‘Promised Land’, Madaba for its ancient Holy Land mosaic map and Bethany, baptism site of Jesus plus Roman Jerash.Take a guided tour to Jordan for the opportunity to discover a fascinating cultural heritage and diverse natural wonders.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly from Gatwick direct to Aqaba for three nights at the 5-star Mövenpick Aqaba a central resort style hotel with a private beach.DAY 2 A day at leisure to explore Aqaba independently. Enjoy a sunset cruise on board of a traditional wooden yacht. (B)DAY 3 Optional morning excursion on the ‘Yellow Submarine’ (£30), a semi-submersiblevessel viewing the Red Sea’s underwater treasures and the magical beauty of the Coral Reserved Area via a window in a cabin three meters under the waters’ surface. (B)DAY 4 Travel along Wadi Araba (3 hrs), the dividing point of Jordan and Israel and along the Dead Sea. Stay two nights at the 5-starMövenpick Dead Sea, a resort in ‘village’ style with beach-front access and award winning spa. Afternoon free to float on the salty waters of the Dead Sea, the lowest spot on earth; 423 meters below sea level. (B)DAY 5 Optional excursion to holy Bethany, the most important and extraordinary biblical site in Jordan where Jesus was baptised in the Jordan River, and the ancient Roman city of Jerash, where you will visit one of the most splendid provincial cities anywhere in the Roman Empire (£95). (B)DAY 6 Visit Mount Nebo, which is believed to be the site of the Prophet’s burial place and from where he viewed the Holy Land, and Madaba, the “City of Mosaics”which is renowned for its magnificent collection of lavish Byzantine mosaics. Visit Madaba’s Archaeological Park and Church of St. George, which is considered one of the oldest maps of ancient Palestine, depicting the major biblical sites from Egypt to Palestine. Drive to Petra (3 hrs) for a visit to Little Petra. Two nights at the 4-starMövenpick Nabatean Castle Hotel, a recently renovated fortress-style hotel offering

amazing views of the Petra mountains in a quiet location, a 15-minute drive from Petra entrance. Optional Petra by Candlelight to the Siq and Treasury, where the ‘rose-red’ city is transformed into a world of magic with only the flickering light of candles (£25). (B, D)DAY 7 Full-day visit to the legendary city of Petra which was carved entirely out of solid sandstone rock more than 2,000 years ago. Optional dinner at a Bedouin camp (£50). (B)DAY 8 Travel to Wadi Rum to view the ‘Seven Pillars of Wisdom’ mountain and for lunch at a Bedouin Camp. Evening flight from Aqaba to Gatwick. (B, L)Notes: Petra visit involves several hours of walking. Optional excursions subject to minimum numbers.

ACCOMMODATIONAll hotels have a selection of restaurants and bars, pool, gym and WiFi (free). Rooms are air-conditioned with hairdryer, safe, mini-barand satellite TV.

HIGHLIGHTSOF JORDAN

An opportunity for an affordable visit to Jordan, based on a direct easyJet flight to Aqaba including visits to Aqaba, Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea, staying at Mövenpick hotels

OVERVIEWAqaba (3 nights)Dead Sea (2 nights)Petra (2 nights)

KEY FEATURESCultural & Natural WondersJules Verne Sightseeing2 UNESCO World Heritage SitesLocal Expert GuideGroup Size: 6 – 28

7 nights from

£995

“Really enjoyed this trip to Jordan. It was well organised and we saw lots of sights. The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful.”

Dead Sea

Mount Nebo

Mediterranean Sea

Red Sea

SinaiPeninsula

Mt. Nebo

Dead Sea

Wadi Rum

Petra

Aqaba

Madaba

JerashBethany

J O R D A N

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomeasyJet from Gatwick

2021 – SaturdaysOct 30 £1295 Dec 4 £1095Nov 20 £1195

2022 – SaturdaysJan 22 £995 Mar 5 £1195Feb 12 £1095 Mar 19 £1295

Supplements per personSingle supplement – £295 (Mar/Oct £395) Privately Guided – £595 (see page 3)

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, visa procurement (British passport holders – excludes independent arrival or returning on a different date), transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 1 dinner, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £250 Arrival transfer £25 Departure transfer with group included

JORDAN

DISCOVER JORDAN9 nights from £1895Alternatively, discover Jordan on this full and rewarding journey through religious and ancient history encompassing hospitality, souks and citadels, desert dunes in sunset hues, the salt-dense Dead Sea and the pink rock walls of Petra. Jordan’s natural beauty is all around, best displayed in dramatic Wadi Rum, used for the filming of ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ and most recently ‘Aladdin’.

EXTENSION – AQABAExtend for three nights at the Mövenpick Aqaba Resort. Jordan’s Red Sea coastline offers sandy beaches, coral reef, seafront cafés and restaurants.3 nights – £295 (Nov/Dec 2021 £215) Single supplement – £215 (Nov/Dec 2021 £150)

Wadi Rum

Aqaba

Wadi Rum

Petra

Citadel, Amman

Wadi Rum

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INTRODUCTIONAn ethnic and cultural melting pot, Uzbekistan has ancient roots and has seen the wax and wane of countless empires. Situated on the historic Silk Road, the exchange of goods and ideas – religious, intellectual and artistic – left a remarkable historical and architectural legacy. The capital, Tashkent reflects a combination of Soviet, Uzbek and Silk Road influences.Samarkand, Tamerlane’s capital, was one of the great medieval trading centres and whose gift, and that of his grandson Ulug Beg, is to be found in the magnificent buildings. The Registan, the main square, is the centrepiece surrounded by buildings whose pillars, arches and domes explore perfection in colour and shape.Bukhara’s great days began in the 9th century as the seat of the Samanid dynasty, but even when they were deposed and Samarkand prospered, Bukhara remained an important trading centre on the Silk Road. The old town is a treasure trove of old and beautiful buildings dotted around a warren of jumbled streets with the Ark, a citadel with 18-metre walls, dominating the main square.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Overnight flight from London Heathrow to Tashkent.DAY 2 Arrive and transfer to the 4-starRamada Tashkent Hotel or similar for overnight. Afternoon city tour including the Khasti-Imam Complex and Holy Koran, the Applied Arts Museum and Independence Square. (B, D)DAY 3 Early morning train to Bukhara (4 hrs). Afternoon tour of Lyabi-Khauz Square with its madrasahs and tea houses and the Magoki-Attori Mosque. Spend two nights at the 3-star Devon Begi or similar. (B, D)DAY 4 Tour of Poi Kalyan Square, Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah, Ulug Beg Madrasah and the Ark Fortress, the old Citadel of Bukhara. (B, D)DAY 5 Visit the Summer Palace of Emir. Continue to a ceramics centre in Gijduvan for a demonstration and tea ceremony. Drive to Samarkand (3 hrs). Stay three nights at the 3-star Asia Samarkand Hotel or similar. (B, D)DAY 6 Full-day tour including Ulug Beg’s Observatory, the Shah-I-Zinda avenue of mausoleums and Gur Emir mausoleums (Tamerlane’s tomb). (B, D)

DAY 7 Visit the impressive Registan Square and Bibi-Khanym Mosque, once one of the Islamic world’s biggest mosques. (B, D)DAY 8 Travel to Tashkent (5 hrs) for the return flight, arriving later the same day at London Heathrow. (B)

TRAVEL IN UZBEKISTANHotels in Uzbekistan are simple and unpretentious but well-located with a restaurant, bar and air-conditioned rooms with private facilities and satellite TV.From time to time, there may be water and electricity shortages and, on occasion, alternative hotels may be used. WiFi (free) is available at all hotels on the tour, although can be intermittent depending on local conditions.Food is based on fresh local produce and is nutritious but can be repetitive. Travel by road, whilst being a classic way to experience the country, involves some long journeys with only limited opportunities for comfort breaks.The order of sightseeing tours may vary in accordance with local conditions.

HIGHLIGHTSOF UZBEKISTAN

A great value tour of the magnificent Silk Road cities of Uzbekistan including Tashkent, Bukhara and Samarkand, utilising the high speed rail between Tashkent and Bukhara

OVERVIEWFlight (1 night)Tashkent (1 night)Bukhara (2 nights)Samarkand (3 nights)

KEY FEATURESCultural TourJules Verne Sightseeing2 UNESCO World Heritage SitesNo Single SupplementSolo Group DeparturesLocal Expert GuidesGroup Size: 6 – 25

7 nights from

£1495

“Excellent tour, excellent guide. All arrangements expertly and professionally managed”

Shah i Zinda, Samarkand

Mir-i-Arab Madrasah, Bukhara

BukharaSamarkand

TASHKENT

U Z B E K I S TA N

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomUzbekistan Airways from Heathrow

2021 – FridaysAug 6* £1545 Oct 1 £1495Sep 3 £1545 Oct 15* £1595Sep 17 £1495

2021/22 – Fridays (Solo Groups)Oct 29* £1495 Oct 28* £1495Mar 25* £1495

2022 – FridaysApr 15* £1545 Aug 5* £1545Apr 22 £1595 Sep 2 £1545May 13 £1595 Sep 16, 30 £1595May 27* £1595 Oct 14* £1545Jun 17* £1595

Supplements per person*NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (limited availability) Single supplement – £225

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 6 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily and 6 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £550 Arrival or departure transfer £16

NotesOn occasion, alternative hotels may be used.Lyabi-Khauz Square (Day 3) & Shah-I-Zinda (Day 6) monuments involve many steps.

UZBEKISTAN

THE GOLDEN ROAD TO SAMARKAND11 nights from £1995Alternatively, take a more comprehensive tour of Uzbekistan travelling the ancient Silk Road, one of the greatest trade routes in history to Tamerlane’s capital. Includes the splendid Silk Road town of Khiva, a special event dinner in a local home and the option to extend in the lush green Ferghana Valley with sightseeing.

Ark Fortress, Bukhara

Timur Museum, Tashkent

Ark Fortress, Bukhara

Registan Square, Samarkand

Itchan Kala, Khiva

Ark Fortress, Bukhara

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INTRODUCTIONA wonderful introduction to India on a carefully designed tour which distils the authentic Jules Verne experience into a great value arrangement including many of India’smost famous monuments from the iconic Taj Mahal and Agra Fort to the dramatically situated Amber Fort and Mehrangarh Fort. Explore the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri and the colonial and old parts of the capital, Delhi.Explore Rajasthan’s most famous cities of Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur, revealing the city palaces of the Maharajas, the wonderful colours of the old city and the legacy of the Maharajas.Search for the elusive tiger on a game drive in Ranthambore National Park, where tiger numbers and sightings are on the increase.Sit back and delight in the fascinating images of daily life as you travel by road through the bustling towns and remote villages of Rajasthan, bringing you closer to the sights, sounds and bustling activity of this fascinating country.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly overnight from your chosen airport to Delhi.DAY 2 Overnight at the 4-star Suryaa Hotel. Tour of Old Delhi including Jama Mosque, Raj Ghat and drive past the Red Fort. (D)DAY 3 Visit Qutab Minar, Gandhi Smriti, India Gate and drive past parliament and Viceroy’s House. Travel to Agra (5 hrs). Two nights at the 3-star Hotel Clarks Shiraz. (B, D)DAY 4 Early morning visit to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Optional ‘Baby Taj’ & Mughal gardens (£19, bookable locally). (B, D)DAY 5 Morning visit to Fatehpur Sikri. Continue to Ranthambore (7 hrs). Two nights at the 3-star Pugmark Resort. (B, D)DAY 6 Morning game drive by canter. Optional afternoon game drive by canter (£28, pre-bookable only). (B, L, D)DAY 7 Travel to Bundi (5 hrs). Visit Sukh Mahal, Rani Ji ki Baoli stepwell and 84 pillars. Continue to Kota (4 hrs) to visit the City Palace and Rao Madho Singh Museum. Overnight at Umed Bhawan Palace heritage hotel. (B, D)

DAY 8 Travel to Chittorgarh Fort for a visit (4 hrs). Lunch at Pratap Palace. Continue to Udaipur (3 hrs). Two nights at the 4-starTrident Hotel. (B, L, D)DAY 9 Visit City Palace. Optional Lake Pichola boat ride (£11, bookable locally). (B, D)DAY 10 Travel to Ranakpur temples for a visit (3 hrs). Continue to Jodhpur (4 hrs) for overnight at the heritage hotel Devi Bhawan. (B, D)DAY 11 Visit Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada. Drive to Jaipur (7 hrs) for two nights at the 4-star Trident Jaipur. (B, D)DAY 12 Visit City Palace, Observatory and view Palace of the Winds. Optional Sound & Light at Amber Fort (£16, bookable locally). (B, D)DAY 13 Optional morning balloon ride in the Jaipur area (£180, bookable locally, weather dependent). Visit Amber Fort. Travel to Delhi (6 hrs). Overnight at the 5-star Taj City Center in Gurgaon. (B, D)DAY 14 Return flight. (B)Note: Itinerary includes some walking over uneven ground, steep steps and temple visits with shoes off.

HIGHLIGHTS OF NORTHERN INDIA

Exceptional value visiting many of India’s most famous monuments and cities from the Taj Mahal and Agra & Amber forts to Udaipur lake and Jodhpur with a game drive in Ranthambore NP

OVERVIEWFlight (1 night)Delhi (1), Agra (2)Ranthambore National Park (2)Kota (1), Udaipur (2)Jodhpur (1)Jaipur (2)Gurgaon (1)

KEY FEATURESCultural & Wildlife TourJules Verne Sightseeing5 UNESCO World Heritage SitesSolo and No Single Supplement2 Lunches & 12 DinnersLocal Expert GuideGroup Size: 4 – 22

13 nights from

£1795

“Excellent organisation. Tour guide, bus driver and assistant all very professional. Personal guide for all attractions was outstanding“

Amber Fort, Jaipur

Rajasthan

Jodhpur

DELHI

Udaipur

Fatehpur Sikri

Agra

RanthamboreNational Park

Bundi

Jaipur

Chittorgarh

Kota

I N D I AGurgaon

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomBritish Airways from Heathrow

INDIA

IMAGES OF INDIA18 nights from £2995Alternatively, travel further into India with this wonderful 18 nights introductory tour including the Taj Mahal, Golden Temple, royal Rajasthan, hill stations, tigers, 8 UNESCO World Heritage sites, staying in heritage hotels. Including Shimla’s unforgettable narrow gauge ‘Toy Train’ and tiger safaris by jeep. No single supplement dates available.

2021 – SundayNov 14 £1875

2021/22 – Sundays (Solo Groups)Apr 17* £1795 Sep 11* £1845

2022 – SundaysJan 16* £1895 Sep 18* £1845Feb 13 £1895 Oct 23* £1895Mar 13* £1995 Nov 13 £1995Apr 10* £1795

Supplements per person*NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (limited availability) Double for sole use – £475 (Apr/Sep £375) British Airways World Traveller Plus – from £395 British Airways Club World – from £1795 Emirates via Dubai or Qatar Airways via Doha from Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow – £95 Virgin Atlantic from Heathrow – nil Privately Guided – £495 (see page 3)

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 12 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 12 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £600 Arrival or departure £24

EXTENSIONS & EXTRA NIGHTSNo one can cover all of India on one tour, so why not make the most of your time? Discover more of India or relax in a resort on one of our great range of extensions.Add extra nights pre-tour to draw breath after the flight or stay on post-tour to reflect, relax or explore independently.For details see vjv.com.

Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada, Jodhpur

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Jain Temple, Ranakpur

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INTRODUCTIONIndia’s magic lies in a vibrant abundance of people and landscapes. Southern India provides a mixture of experiences, from palaces and national parks to backwaters, temples and the natural beauty of the Western Ghats in three contrasting regions.Karnataka’s treasures include the extravagant and slightly eccentric Mysore Palace with its intricate carvings and dramatic scenery, the natural beauty of Bandipur and Ooty hill station. Take the Ooty toy train to Coonoor through the picturesque Nilgiri hills.Kerala’s natural splendour and heritage is revealed. See a way of life from the past on the backwater cruise, the great old town of Fort Cochin with its historic buildings and scenic lake and landscape of Periyar National Park.Tamil Nadu’s magnificent temples at Madurai, Tanjore, and Mahbalipuram contrast with colonial Pondicherry and Madras (now Chennai), first colonial capital.The opportunity is afforded for independent exploration or to add optional shows, excursions and temple visits.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly direct from your chosen airport to Bangalore.DAY 2 On arrival, breakfast with wash and change facilities. Drive to Mysore (4 hrs). Two nights at the 4-star Grand Mercure. Visit the Devyaraja market and railway museum. (B)DAY 3 Visit the palaces of Mysore and Jagmohan Art and visit Srirangapatna. Evening illumination of Mysore Palace. (B)DAY 4 Continue to Bandipur National Park for overnight at the 3-star Windflower Tusker Trails. Jungle safari by canter. (B, L, D)DAY 5 Optional safari by canter (£24, pre-bookable). Drive to Ooty for overnight at the 4-star Fortune Sullivan Court. Visit the botanical gardens, church and market. (B)DAY 6 By ‘Toy Train’ to Coonoor (1 hr) and then continue by road to Cochin via Coimbatore (7 hrs) for two nights at the Hotel ‘CGH Earth’ Casino. (B)DAY 7 Walking tour of the Fort Cochin area. Optional evening Kathakali dance show. (B)DAY 8 Board a Keralan houseboat for a backwaters cruise and lunch. Overnight at the 4-star Lake Canopy in Alleppey. (B, L)

DAY 9 Drive to Periyar (4 hrs). Overnight at the 4-star Cardamom County. Optional Kalaraipayattu martial art show. (B)DAY 10 Morning boat ride in Periyar National Park. Travel to Madurai (5 hrs). Two nights at the 4-star Fortune Pandiyan. (B)DAY 11 Visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace and take a rickshaw ride to Meenakshi Temple. Visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum. (B)DAY 12 Travel to Tanjore (3 hrs) to visit Brihadeeshwara Temple. Overnight at the 4-star ‘CGH Earth’ Mantra Koodam in Kumbakonam. (B, D)DAY 13 Travel to colonial Pondicherry and visit its museum (4 hrs). Continue to Mahabalipuram (3 hrs). Visit the Shore Temple. Two nights at the 4-starWelcomHotel Kences Palm Beach. (B)DAY 14 Visit the temples of Mahabalipuram. Optional visit to Kanchipuram (£36, pre-bookable), a city of 1,000 temples. (B)DAY 15 Travel to Chennai for a city tour. Overnight at the 4-star Hablis Hotel. (B, D)DAY 16 Early morning return flight.Notes: This itinerary includes some walking over uneven ground. Temple visits include walk with shoes off.

HIGHLIGHTS OF SOUTHERN INDIA

Exceptional value for a tour from Karnataka’s palaces, parks and hill-station to the backwaters of Kerala, the Western Ghats and the temples of Tamil Nadu

OVERVIEWFlight (1 night), Mysore (2)Bandipur (1), Ooty (1)Cochin (2), Alleppey (1)Periyar (1), Madurai (2)Kumbakonam (1)Mahabalipuram (2)Chennai (1)

KEY FEATURESCultural Tour & Natural WondersJules Verne Sightseeing3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites2 Lunches and 3 DinnersLocal Expert GuideGroup Size: 4 – 22

15 nights from

£1945

“It was an excellent tour; The hotels, guide and drivers were very good“

Meenakshi Temple, Madurai

Houseboat, Kerala

I N D I AMysore

Alleppey

Bandipur

Bangalore

Ootacamund (‘Ooty’)

Cochin

Coonoor

PeriyarMadurai

Tanjore

Pondicherry

MahabalipuramKanchipuram

Chennai

Kumbakonam

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomBritish Airways from Heathrow

2021 – FridayNov 12 £1995

2022 – FridaysJan 21 £1945 Oct 14 £1945

Feb 18 £1995 Nov 18 £1995

Mar 11 £1995

Supplements per personSingle supplement (Double for sole use) – £565 (2022 £495) British Airways World Traveller Plus – from £545 Emirates from Gatwick, Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham or Glasgow – nil (the later arrival of Emirates flights does not allow time for wash and change facilities) Privately Guided – £695 (see page 3)

Extra Nights Bangalore / ChennaiFairfield by Marriott, Bangalore (per night) – £62 Single supplement – £29 Optional Bangalore sightseeing – £37 Arrival transfer – £24Hablis Hotel, Chennai (per night) – £59 Single supplement – £35 Departure transfer – £24

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 14 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 3 dinners, itinerary as described, services of local guides and representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £600 Arrival or departure transfer £24

INDIA

GRAND TOUR OF SOUTHERN INDIA20 nights from £2795Alternatively, discover the full majesty of the south including the temples, palaces, trains, hill stations, villages, waterways and wildlife of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka, revealing dramatic landscapes, colonial heritage, with a ‘Toy Train’ and a night on a Kerala’s houseboat.

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EXTENSIONS & EXTRA NIGHTSNo one can cover all of India on one tour, so why not make the most of your time? Discover more of India or relax in a resort on one of our great range of extensions.Add extra nights pre-tour to draw breath after the flight or stay on post-tour to reflect, relax or explore independently.For details see vjv.com.

Periyar Lake

Goa

Periyar Lake

Mysore Palace

Periyar Lake

Mahabalipuram

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INTRODUCTIONDiscover Vietnam’s premier cities of Hanoi in the north and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) in the south together with Asia’s most famous temple site of Angkor at Siem Reap in Cambodia.In Vietnam’s busy capital Hanoi you will find colonial buildings, temples, pagodas, and historic monuments situated around the scenic Hoan Kiem Lake. Hanoi’s narrow, bustling streets are full of atmosphere and home to small shops, many street traders and excellent places to eat and drink.In contrast to Hanoi Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) has wide open boulevards and a truly French feel. Explore the city with its museums, markets, shops and attractions. Gateway to the Mekong Delta with its endless meandering waterways and tiny villages.The ancient Khmer capital of Angkor is home to some of the world’s most impressive temples both Hindu and Buddhist. This tour offers plenty of time to explore and make the most of this famous UNESCO Heritage site.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly overnight direct from London Heathrow to Hanoi.DAY 2 City tour of Hanoi including the Ethnology Museum, Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and his former residence, One Pillar Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple. Overnight stay at the 4-star Mercure Hanoi La Gare.DAY 3 In the morning an optional tour by cyclo to the Temple of Literature, Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake (£29). Fly to Siem Reap for three nights at the 3-starSomadevi Hotel. (B)DAY 4 Explore the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the Bayon and its giant stone faces, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Afternoon visit to Angkor Wat temple, the massive three-tiered pyramid crowned by five beehive-like towers is the centrepiece of any visit to the temples of Angkor. Optional gondola ride on the moat of Angkor Thom (£18), a unique Khmer traditional boat service in Siem Reap-Angkorarchaeological park. Enjoy cruising along the great wall of Angkor Thom, Royal Secret

Path, City Guard Post and a beautiful sunset at Great wall of Angkor Thom. (B)DAY 5 Day at leisure or optional visit to Angkor Museum and local arts and crafts (£34). Optional visit to Ta Prohm, Preah Khan and Neak Pean temples (£65), Ta Prohm is one of the most beautiful temples in the area, as it have been (almost) untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery. Neak Pean was built in second half of the 12th century by king Jayavarman VII following the Prasat Bayon art style. (B)DAY 6 Fly to Ho Chi Minh City for two nights at the 4-star Hotel Equatorial. Optional dinner cruise on the Saigon River (£55). (B)DAY 7 Visit the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum and photo stop at the Opera House and the General Post Office. Optional afternoon tour to the Cu Chi tunnels (£39), an amazing complex of underground tunnels used during the American war. (B)DAY 8 Optional Mekong Delta tour including boat ride (£75). Evening flight to London. (B, D)DAY 9 Arrive London Heathrow.Note: This itinerary contains some visits on foot over uneven surfaces and inclines.

HIGHLIGHTS OF VIETNAM & CAMBODIA

Exceptional value to include the magnificent Angkor temples and Vietnam’s contrasting great cities, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

OVERVIEWFlight (1 night)Hanoi (1 night)Siem Reap (3 nights)Ho Chi Minh City (2 nights)Flight (1 night)

KEY FEATURESCultural & Natural WondersJules Verne SightseeingUNESCO Heritage Site: AngkorNo Single SupplementLocal Expert GuidesGroup Size: 4 – 22

8 nights from

£1345

“The tour more than delivered on my expectations. Wonderful sightseeing, excellent local guides, characterful accommodation and value for money”

Bayon Temple, Siem Reap

Mekong Delta

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Siem Reap

HANOI

C A M B O D I A

Ha Long Bay

Mui Ne

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin roomVietnam Airlines from Heathrow

2021 – FridayNov 12 £1445

2022 – FridaysJan 21* £1395 Oct 14* £1445Feb 18 £1395 Nov 11 £1495Mar 11 £1345

Supplements per person*NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (limited availability) Double for sole use – £265 Vietnam Airlines Deluxe Economy Class – from £545 Privately Guided – £145 (see page 3)

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 6 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 1 dinner, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £600 Arrival and departure transfer with group included

VIETNAM / CAMBODIA

GRAND TOUR OF INDOCHINA21 nights from £3195Alternatively, spend more time in the region exploring Vietnam and Cambodia in more depth and the less visited but equally fascinating Laos. Take the scenic Ha Long Bay cruise, visit Hue with its Imperial Temple other great monuments, lovely Hoi An with its delightful old town and beach. In Cambodia explore Phnom Penn including a Cyclo tour and Mekong cruise.

EXTENSION – MUI NEAfter an extra night in Saigon travel to Mui Ne (4 hours) for a relaxing 4-night stay beside the beach at the Sailing Club Resort Mui Ne. Mui Ne is a fishing village in Phan Thiet with a great beach and an array of restaurants. Close by is a golf course designed by Nick Faldo, scenic sand dunes and kite surfing for all levels. Breakfast daily.5 nights – £525 (Jan £625) Single supplement – £345 (Jan £445)

EXTENSION – HALONG BAYFly a few days earlier to Hanoi and join this 2 nights cruise around Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering a spectacular natural environment and considered Vietnam’s greatest natural wonder. Embark on a luxury Bhaya cruise vessel and explore all the highlights of this wonderful site. Full board on the cruise and cabin upgrade available.2 nights – £325 Single supplement – £225

Ha Long Bay

Mui Ne

Ha Long Bay

Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

Imperial Citadel, Hue

Ha Long Bay

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INTRODUCTIONGilded pagodas, spectacular archaeological sites, stunning mountains and a fascinating traditional culture and local life are among the reasons to visit Myanmar (Burma).Bagan, a city of 3,000 pagodas, is one of Asia’s great archaeological treasures. According to Sir James Scott “Bagan is in many respects the most remarkable religious city in the world… the whole space is thickly studded with pagodas of all sizes and shapes… you cannot move a foot or hand without touching something sacred”. The view across Bagan Plain remains one of the most striking, redbrick pagodas interrupted by tall white spires reaching skywards.Mandalay is the former British colonial capital and the market town for neighbouring mountain regions.Magical Inle lake shows a unique aquatic way of life created when the local king refused permission for the Intha people to build on dry land. Villages, monasteries, temples and gardens rest serenely on stilts.Burma’s main city, Yangon is a city of style and dilapidated grandeur with vibrant street life, busy river front and colonial architecture.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly overnight from London Heathrow to Mandalay via Singapore.DAY 2 On arrival transfer to the centrally located 3-star Yadanarpon Dynasty Hotel for two nights. Welcome dinner. (D)DAY 3 Explore Mandalay and its nearly six centuries of royal history. Visit Shwe Inbien Monastery, the Golden Palace Monastery and Kuthodaw and Mahamuni pagodas. Visit MahaganDayon and Bagaya monasteries at Amarapura. Enjoy a sunset boat ride by the 200-year old teak U-BeinBridge, one of Burma’s most photographed landmarks. (B, L)DAY 4 Drive to Bagan (5 hrs). Two nights at the 3-star Famous Hotel, built like a Bagan temple. Private sunset boat on Burma’siconic river, the Irrawaddy. (B, D)DAY 5 Full-day visit of Bagan and a selection of its many superbly preserved temples and pagodas, a remnant of medieval Bagan Empire’s lost city and imperial capital. Visit a lacquerware workshop. (B, L, D)DAY 6 Fly to Heho and travel to Pindaya to visit Pindaya Caves. A scenic drive up to Kalaw, a British colonial hill station (1320 m.).

Visit Hnee Pagoda and the old railway station. Overnight at the historic 3-starKalaw Heritage Hotel. (B, L, D)DAY 7 Travel to iconic Inle Lake (3 hrs) for two nights at the 4-star Novotel Inle Lake Myat Min located on the lake. Visit Phaungdaw Oo Pagoda, Nga Phe Chaung Monastery and Inpawkhon village. Explore one of Inle Lake markets. (B, L, D)DAY 8 Visit Shwe Indein, an amazing historical site of countless pagodas. Travel by boat to see the famous leg rowers and floating gardens. (B, L, D)DAY 9 Fly to vibrant Yangon. Visit Sule Pagoda, Secretariat office and enjoy a sunset at the golden Shwedagon Pagoda, one of the oldest and holiest shrines in Burma. Overnight at the central 4-star Sedona Hotel. (B)DAY 10 Optional visit to the reclining Buddha at Chauk Htat Gyi, Botataung Pagoda, a resting place of some of the country’s most sacred relics and Strand Road (£39, pre-bookable). Overnight flight to London via Singapore. (B)DAY 11 Arrive London Heathrow.

HIGHLIGHTSOF BURMA

Exceptional value to visit Burma’s most iconic sites from the former British colonial capital of Mandalay and the pagodas of Bagan and Yangon to the hill station of Kalaw and Inle Lake

OVERVIEWFlight (1 night)Mandalay (2 nights)Bagan (2 nights)Kalaw (1 night)Inle Lake (2 nights)Yangon (1 night)Flight (1 night)

KEY FEATURESCultural Tour & Natural WondersUNESCO Heritage Site: BaganImproved ItinerarySolo and No Single Supplement5 Lunches and 6 DinnersLocal Expert GuidesGroup Size: 6 – 25

10 nights from

£1875

“Great tour – really good itinerary, hotels were all really good, guide was great, food was good at all places”

Shwedagon Pagoda

Inle Lake

B U R M ABay of Bengal

BaganMandalay

Pindaya HehoKalaw

Inle Lake

Yangon

IrrawaddyRiver

via Singapore

Mandalay

via Singapore

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomSingapore Airlines from Heathrow

2022 – MondaysJan 24 £1875 Oct 17* £1895Feb 14* £1995 Nov 14* £1995Mar 7* £1995 Dec 5* £1895

2022 – Monday (Solo Group)Sep 19* £1895

Supplements per person*NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (limited availability)Double for sole use – £295Singapore Airlines Business Class – from £2495Privately guided – £575 (see page 3)

Extra Nights – Mandalay / YangonYadanarpon Dynasty Hotel, Mandalay(per night) – £40; Single supplement – £35Arrival transfer £20Sedona Hotel, Yangon (per night) – £45Single supplement – £40; Departure transfer £20

Extra Nights – SingaporePark Regis, Singapore (per night) – £95Single supplement – £85Arrival or departure transfer £35

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 8 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 6 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £750Arrival or departure transfer £20

BURMA

TREASURES OF INDOCHINA13 nights from £2395Alternatively, join this magnificent adventure from sophisticated Saigon, spectacular Angkor temples, hectic Hanoi, peaceful Luang Prabang to majestic Ha Long Bay with an overnight cruise. Enjoy cocktails at Saigon rooftop bar, tasting at the Bug Café, a Baci ceremony and dinner cruise.

U Bein Bridge

PhaungDaw Oo Pagoda, Inle lake

U Bein Bridge

Bagan

U Bein Bridge

Kalaw

Ha Long Bay

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INTRODUCTIONThis tour encompasses the essential sounds, sights and atmosphere of China. This country of variety with stunning natural beauty and rich culture is as unique as it is unpredictable; vibrant, confusing, noisy and colourful. Be prepared for the unexpected, the unusual, the amazing and for an experience that will be truly unforgettable.The imprint of Emperors remains indelibly stamped on each corner of China despite the onrush of modernity. Thoughts of ancient dynasties are inevitably inspired by exploration of the stately halls and warren-like living quarters of the former Imperial Palace and the Summer Palace at Beijing or gazing at the world’s most colossal construction, the Great Wall.In visiting Xian, the ancient capital, the visitor is transported to the origins of Chinese history. In 1974, the chance discovery by local farmers digging a well revealed one of the most significant archaeological finds of the 20th century. This army of life-sized soldier warriors stand in military formation in infantry battle order with no two faces alike.

ITINERARYDAY 1 Fly overnight from London Heathrow to Chengdu.DAY 2 Transfer to 5-star Tibet Hotel for two nights.DAY 3 Visit the Giant Panda Breeding and Research Base, home to 50 pandas. At the base the pandas live in large enclosures designed to resemble their natural habitat. Walk along Jinli Street. Optional Sichuan Opera (£35). (B, L)DAY 4 Travel by high-speed train to Xian (4 hrs), the oldest of the Four Great Ancient Capitals and transfer to 5-star Grand Noble Hotel for two nights. Visit Hanyang Tombs, the mausoleum complex of Emperor Liu Qi. (B)DAY 5 Visit the Terracotta Warriors, the subterranean life-size army of China’s First Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the Shaanxi Provincial History Museum and walk the ramparts of the ancient city wall. (B, L)DAY 6 Travel by high-speed train to the capital Beijing (6 hrs) for three nights at the Chinese 5-star Hotel Sunworld Dynasty. (B, D)

DAY 7 Explore the Temple of Heaven, a masterpiece of Ming architecture, and the impressive Great Wall at Mutianyu, one of the best preserved sections. Travel by gondola up and down to the level of the wall for breathtaking views is included. (B, L)DAY 8 Visit Tian An Men Square, the largest city square in the world, the Forbidden City, an ancient palatial structure with yellow roofs followed by the Summer Palace, a masterpiece of Chinese landscaped garden design and rather expensive dream of the notorious Empress Dowager Cixi. Optional Kung fu show at the Red Theatre (£35). (B, L)DAY 9 Return flight direct from Beijing to London Heathrow. (B)Note: Tour involves carrying luggage on and off trains and some uneven surfaces and inclines.

ACCOMMODATIONAll hotels on this tour have a restaurant, bar, WiFi (free) and air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV.

HIGHLIGHTSOF CHINA

Exceptional value for a high speed rail journey from the pandas and Terracotta Warriors to the Great Wall and Forbidden City, now featuring a direct flight to Chengdu

OVERVIEWFlight (1 night)Chengdu (2 nights)Xian (2 nights)Beijing (3 nights)

KEY FEATURESCultural & Natural Wonders TourJules Verne Sightseeing5 UNESCO World Heritage SitesNo Single SupplementLocal Expert GuidesGroup Size: 6 – 18

8 nights from

£1345

“Pandas, Terracotta Warriors, Great Wall, Forbidden City – with excellent guides, bullet trains, Great local food”

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C H I N AYellow Sea

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DEPARTURES & PRICESper person in a twin/double roomAir China from Heathrow

2021 – TuesdaysSep 21 £1545 Nov 9* £1345Oct 12 £1395

2022 – TuesdaysApr 5* £1445 Oct 11 £1445May 10 £1425 Nov 8* £1395Sep 13 £1545

Supplements per person*NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (limited availability)Single supplement – £315 (Sep/Oct 2021 £295; Nov 2021 £255; Nov 2022 £285)Air China Business Class – from £1645Privately Guided – £495 (see page 3)

Extra Nights – Chengdu / BeijingTibet Hotel, Chengdu (per night) – £45Single supplement – £45Sunworld Dynasty Hotel, Beijing(per night) – £60Single supplement – £60

Price IncludesAir travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 1 dinner, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Independent Arrival (see page 3)Save £500Arrival transfer £35Departure transfer £25

CHINA

GRAND TOUR OF CHINA22 nights from £3845Alternatively, discover the distinctive and incomparable aspects of ancient and modern China, the world’s oldestcivilisation, from its exotic culture to spectacular scenery and fascinating cities. Includes travelling on the convenient high speed train, a cruise on the Yangtze River on the prestigious MV Century Paragon, a stay at the lesser-known gem Pingyao and the ‘Pearl of the Orient’, Hong Kong.

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The following terms and conditions (‘booking conditions’) form the basis of your contract with Jules Verne. Please read them carefully as they set out our respective rights and obligations. By asking us to confirm your booking, we are entitled to assume that you have had the opportunity to read and have read these terms and conditions and agree to them. Except where otherwise stated, these booking conditions only apply to holiday arrangements which you book with us in the UK and which we agree to make, provide or perform (as applicable) as part of our contract with you. All references in these booking conditions to ‘holiday’, ‘booking’, ‘contract’, ‘package’, ‘tour’ or ‘arrangements’ mean such holiday arrangements unless otherwise stated. In these booking conditions, ‘you’ and ‘your’ means all persons named on the booking (including anyone who is added or substituted at a later date) or any of them, as the context requires and ‘lead name’ means the person who makes the booking. ‘We’, ‘us’ and ‘our’ means Jules Verne.

1. The Booking Agreement Any contract between you and us is subject to these Booking Conditions. The contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English law and is subject to the jurisdiction of the Courts of England and Wales. Alternatively it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of Scotland or the law of Northern Ireland and shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the Courts of those countries respectively if you are domiciled there.

2. Your Financial Protection The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that you pay for the package holidays booked and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency. We hold an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL number 11234, Jules Verne Ltd). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday* from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. *The air inclusive holidays and flights we arrange are ATOL protected providing either the person who pays for the booking is present in the UK when the booking is made or the first leg of any flight or flights we arrange for you commences in the UK.We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.We are also a member of ABTA (ABTA Number V1661). When you buy a package holiday that does not include a flight, protection is provided by way of a bond held by ABTA The Travel Association. Please go to www.abta.com for a copy of the guide to ABTA’s scheme of Financial Protection.If you book arrangements other than a flight or package holiday (e.g. accommodation only), the financial protection referred to above does not apply.

3. To Make a Booking To make a booking please telephone us (020 7633 6700) at which time you will be asked to make the appropriate non-refundable deposit of between £250 to £450 per person or full payment (A higher, variable deposit may apply to certain programmes. Details will be advised at time of booking). Payment may be made by credit card or debit card. On receipt of your deposit, we will send you a confirmation/invoice. It is important to check the details on the invoice when you receive it. If any details appear to be incorrect or incomplete, please contact us immediately as it may not be possible to make changes later. We regret we cannot accept any liability if we are not notified of any inaccuracy (for which we are responsible) in any document within 10 days of our sending it out (5 days for airline tickets). We will do our best to rectify any mistake notified to us outside these time limits but you must meet any costs involved in doing so.

4. Out of Date Range Flight Upgrades We will issue an invoice recording the arrangements reserved for you and will take a deposit. A contract between us will then come into existence on the basis that the price payable will be that applicable when the airline releases the seats and the timings and other flight details will be those confirmed at that time which may be different to those advised at the time of booking. When the airline seats become available to book we will tell you the price and other flight details and give you 7 days to tell us whether you wish to continue with the booking on the basis of the confirmed price and other details or cancel and receive a full refund. If you wish to continue with the booking, we will issue a revised invoice. In the event that flight seats do not become available, you will receive a full refund of your deposit. We will have no other liability and will not be responsible for refunding the cost of any services booked in conjunction with the flights.

5. Tour Balance The balance due must be paid to us at least 61 days before you travel. If this is not done then we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled by you and make cancellation charges. If you ask us not to cancel, promising to make payment but failing to do so, you must pay the cancellation charges depending on the date we reasonably treat your booking as cancelled. Your failure to pay the balance in these circumstances could result in cancellation charges of up to 100% of the final invoice. If you book 61 days or less before departure, then the full amount must be paid when you book.

6. To Change your Booking Change or Addition to your Booking: Please note that it will not be possible to make changes within 28 days of your scheduled departure date. If you want to change any part of your holiday arrangements after the invoice has been issued, we will do our best to make the change, but it may not be possible. Any request for changes must be made by the person who made the original booking. We may ask you to put these in writing. If it is possible to make the change, it will be subject to an administration charge of £30 per person, and payment of any further costs incurred as a result of the change such as the cost of replacement visa, re – ticketing costs of scheduled transport, costs associated with changed group numbers. Scheduled airlines normally regard name changes as a cancellation and rebooking, and any alteration may incur a 100% cancellation charge in respect of the air fare. If it is not possible for us to make changes for whatever reason, you have the choice of proceeding with the holiday as originally booked, or of cancelling and paying cancellation charges in accordance with the scale shown below. If any change can be made, you must check whether it will invalidate your insurance cover, in which case it may be necessary to take out alternative, additional or new cover depending on the circumstances. Name Spellings: It is essential that the names of all passengers you give us at the time of booking are exactly the names (including forenames) that are shown on those persons’ passports. In many cases, and in order to guarantee your special airfare, tickets must be issued within two weeks of your date of booking and any subsequent changes, including changes to the spelling of names, amendments and cancellations, will incur costs up to the full value of the air ticket, regardless of the time period. Name Changes (where you transfer your booking to another person): Name changes will similarly

incur the additional costs of changing the name on the air ticket plus all other alteration charges and additional fees equivalent to what it may cost us at the time. Changes may be made up to 7 days prior to departure if possible (if not then normal cancellation charges will apply). An administration charge will also be made of £50 per person for requests made more than 61days before departure, and £100 per person within 61 days before departure. In the case of lead name changes then the new lead passenger will be deemed to have accepted the full terms and conditions of the existing contract. If you request to change all the names on a booking, this will be considered as a cancellation and new booking and full cancellation charges will apply.

7. To Cancel your Booking Should you wish to cancel your tour, the lead name must notify us as soon as possible. Cancellation will take effect from the day we are notified. No portion of amendment charges or Credit Card charges is refundable in the event of cancellation. The scale of cancellation charges detailed is calculated as a percentage of your invoice according to the number of days prior to departure that written notice of cancellation is received by us: Prior to Departure Date: More than 60 days Deposit only / 42 – 60 days 50% or deposit, whichever is higher / 33 – 41 days 60% or deposit, whichever is higher / 15 – 32 days 90% of final invoice / Less than 15 days 100% of final invoice. We would strongly recommend that you take out appropriate travel insurance which provides cover against loss of deposit or cancellation fees.

8. Cancellation of Tours by Us In the unlikely circumstances of cancellation of a tour or holiday by us we will offer you the choice of an alternative tour of equivalent value (if available) or a tour of lower value if you require it (if available) in which case we will refund to you the difference in price between the original booking and the tour of lower value; or we will make you a prompt refund of any monies paid by you to us under the original booking.Tours are based on a minimum number of passengers, generally a number under 8 but variable according to destination, in order to operate. Should this not be reached, or become unlikely to be reached, we reserve the right to continue to operate (with local guides instead of a tour manager if one has been advertised) or, up to 8 weeks prior to departure, to cancel this tour for all passengers including those booked under Independent Arrival. In these circumstances we would not be liable to pay you any compensation or make refunds for associated costs such as visas, independently booked regional or international flights, parking, airport hotels etc.In the event that it is necessary for us to cancel or make a significant change to a tour in other circumstances, we will offer compensation to you, where appropriate, as detailed below. A change of flight time of less than 12 hours, airline (except where otherwise stated), type of aircraft (if advised) or destination airport, change of London airport, or changes of hotel to ones of similar price or category, will all be treated as minor changes.Compensation amount per person for period prior to departure date when a cancellation or significant change is notified by us:More than 61 days = NIL, 61 to 42 days = £20, 41 to 15 days = £35, 14 or fewer days = £50.We are not liable to pay compensation to you where: a) The package is cancelled because the number of persons who agree to take it is less than the minimum number of persons required as set out above and we have provided advice of the cancellation at least 61 days prior to the departure date of your tour or holiday, orb) The package is cancelled by reason of unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised.

9. Changes to the Scheduled Programme The tours scheduled in our brochure are planned many months in advance and sometimes changes may be necessary although we would normally expect to be able to provide you with the services confirmed by us in respect of your original booking. The arrangements featured in our brochure are by their very nature complex with services from many different airlines, hotels and transportation companies. Due to demand for flights, hotels and accommodation and transportation over which we have no control, it is not always possible to guarantee flight or other transport departures, the aircraft type or other type of transportation, or accommodation. Flight or other transportation timings and carriers are stated to you for guidance only. Final details will be shown on your tickets or sent with your Joining Instructions, approximately two weeks prior to travel. We reserve the right to make changes. We will make every effort to provide as much advance notification as possible but we feel it is only fair to warn you of possible variations. Where these are significant you may be entitled to compensation as set out above. Force Majeure Changes or Cancellation: We may have to make changes to your tour or holiday in the event of force majeure and if we have to cancel or change your tour or holiday in any way because of this, we will not be liable to pay compensation to you. Force majeure is for example, circumstances where performance and/or prompt performance is prevented by war, threat of war, riot, civil disturbance, natural or nuclear disasters, industrial dispute (defined below), terrorist activity, fire, or adverse weather conditions. Industrial dispute is defined as a dispute between a person, other than ourselves, supplying services comprised in a package holiday and (a) his employee and/or (b) any other person whose services affect the performance of the package holiday, which we cannot reasonably be expected to overcome by substituting comparable alternative arrangements. Very rarely, we may be obliged by ‘force majeure’ to change or terminate your holiday after departure but before the scheduled end of your time away. This is extremely unlikely but if this situation does occur, we regret we will be unable to make any refunds (unless we obtain any refunds from our suppliers), pay you any compensation or meet any costs or expenses you incur as a result. Airline Carriers: In accordance with EU regulations we are required to advise you of the actual air carrier operating your flight/connecting flight/transfer. We do this by listing carriers to be used or likely to be used on the relevant brochure pages and/or your holiday confirmation invoice. Any changes to the actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified to you as soon as possible and in all cases at check – in or at the boarding gate. Such a change is deemed to be a minor change. Rail Travel: All itineraries that involve the use of rail travel are subject to amendment according to the conditions of carriage of the railways board or other agency which governs rail travel in the country in which the railway journey is undertaken. Delays may occur depending on the priority given to the passage of the train upon which you are travelling because the train is required to give way to other railway traffic. In particular where the train is crossing a border between two countries, your attention is drawn to the section headed ‘Border Crossings’ below. Border Crossings: In some countries lengthy delays may be experienced at border crossings between two countries. Such delays are subject to the discretion of the national or local authorities regulating the border crossing. We cannot offer any accurate estimate of the length of such delay.River Boats and Cruises: All itineraries that include river and coastal cruising are subject to amendment according to river or sea conditions at the time of travel which includes water levels (high and low), weather conditions such as fog and technical issues with locks, bridges and the vessels themselves. Where such variations affect the itinerary a replacement programme by land will be arranged. Most waterways are controlled by statutory authorities who can also impose restrictions without notice.

10. Important Notes Accommodation Outside the UK: The standard of accommodation, whether in hotels or on rail, ship or boat, will vary according to the standards available in the country in which the accommodation is being provided and should be judged by the standards of that country. In some countries the standards will be basic and not of the level associated with a conventional package holiday. If you are in any doubt about the suitability to your own requirements of the facilities,

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transportation, accommodation or conditions prevailing in any country through which the tour passes, then you should make written enquiry with us as we cannot be held responsible for failure to meet your requirements if these are not made known to us. Whilst every effort will be made to meet reasonable requests, they cannot be guaranteed. Hotel rooms are generally available between noon and 3pm for check-in and are to be vacated between 10am and noon irrespective of your arrival or departure times, details of which will be confirmed by your hotel. Hotels will generally make provision to secure your luggage until rooms are available.On occasion it may be possible to obtain day-rooms subject to availability and extra payment. Special Requests: Any special request or requirement which is essential to your booking (such as specific dietary requirements, wheelchair assistance or special facilities for certain medical conditions) must be made known to us in writing before you book. We will contact our suppliers and the request will only become a term of your contract with us if we confirm in writing that the request can be met and your booking proceeds on that basis. We are also happy to pass on any other reasonable requests that you may have such as desired location of hotel rooms or airline seats or other requirements as to meals, but they cannot be guaranteed and will not form part of our contract. No compensation will be payable if such requests are not fulfilled. Locally Booked Excursions/Activities: Whilst you are away you may be offered the opportunity to buy optional excursions and activities. These are provided by independent local companies, which are neither owned nor controlled by Jules Verne, and for whom we act only as an agent (if we make the booking for you). If you decide to buy an excursion or activity, your contract will be made with the local company which provides it and it will not form part of your contracted holiday arrangements with us. The contract may be subject to the excursion/activity provider’s terms and conditions, some of which may exclude or limit its liability to you, and will be governed by local law and jurisdiction. We accept no liability for any breach of contract or negligent act or omission of any excursion/activity provider. Some excursions/activities may contain an element of risk or require a good level of physical fitness, and, if in doubt, you should make direct inquiries with the local provider before deciding to buy and check that you are covered by your travel insurance policy. The same principle applies to any shop purchases in which you are involved, even where the shop is recommended by a local supplier or guide. We would therefore advise that you take care to establish exactly what you are buying and also take into account any difficulties that you might later find in returning faulty goods to the supplier.Behaviour: If in our reasonable opinion or in the opinion of any airline pilot, hotel manager, tour leader or other person in authority, your behaviour is causing, or is likely to cause, danger, upset or damage to property or persistently affecting the enjoyment of others, we reserve the right to terminate your holiday. Should this happen, no refund or compensation would be paid and we would have no further responsibility for your holiday arrangements including return travel.Passports and Visas: It is your responsibility to ensure you are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents before departure. All costs incurred in obtaining such documentation must be paid by you. We regret we cannot accept any liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure on your part to carry all required documentation. If failure to have any necessary travel or other documents results in fines, surcharges or other financial penalty or expenses being imposed on or incurred by us, you will be responsible for reimbursing us accordingly.

11. Fitness to Travel, Disabilities, and Mobility Overseas services are not covered by the Equality Act 2010, and facilities that are expected and required in the UK are not available in many of our destinations. If you have a disability or any issue with mobility you should be aware that our tours may involve significant distances, embarkations and disembarkations, visits to places that lack lifts or ramps, and areas of steep or rough terrain. Tours, or parts of tours, may be unsuitable for those with disabilities or restricted mobility. Our brochures and our website contain a guide on Fitness to Travel. Our tours are not normally manageable for those with walking difficulties. Please consider this issue as carefully as we have, ask for our advice, and do not undertake a tour that is unsuited to yourself or another member of your party. Whilst we are committed to making every reasonable adjustment to provide access to our tours for those affected, our escorts and guides are responsible for the progress of the tour and for the tour group as a whole so cannot be relied upon to provide individual support or assistance such as pushing wheelchairs or carrying bags. Should you or any of your party require a carer or assistance with mobility, then you accept responsibility for including a suitably qualified person in your booking. In making your booking, you confirm that you and all of your party are fit to take this tour, and that you have declared to us any disability or special need which is likely to affect the progress of the tour or the delivery to other travellers. If we reasonably consider that we are unable to properly accommodate the particular needs of the person concerned, we must reserve the right to decline their reservation or, if full details are not given at the time of booking, decline or cancel the reservation when we become aware of these details. You must also promptly advise us when any significant change in the condition or disability occurs or if any such medical condition or disability develops after your booking has been confirmed. If we consider at any time that the tour is unsuitable, we will try to provide alternative arrangements which overcome the issues and will offer them to you at an appropriate cost. Alternatively, we reserve the right to cancel the booking. Should you or any of your party commence a tour without previously disclosing a disability or special need, and you are unable to take part in the activities or to keep to the daily schedule of the tour group, we reserve the right either to make whatever arrangements and engage whatever additional assistance we deem necessary for you to continue the tour, separately from the group if necessary, or else to make arrangements for your return to the UK without completing the tour. In either case you will be responsible for all additional costs.It is your responsibility to ensure that you are aware of all recommended and required vaccination and health precautions in good time before departure, and to have any member of your party who may have doubts about their fitness consult with their own doctor.

12. Prices and Taxes No Surcharge Guarantee – The price of your tour which we confirm to you at the time of booking, including any increases or reductions applied at that time, is fully guaranteed and is not subject to any surcharges. Prices do not include – Travel Insurance, optional excursions, tipping, overseas airport taxes (where indicated), any government or tourist taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication of our brochure.

13. Jules Verne’s Responsibility (a) Where you do not suffer personal injury or death, we accept liability should any part of your holiday arrangements booked with us not be as described in the brochure from which you have made your booking and not be of a reasonable standard. We will pay you reasonable compensation (limited to a maximum of three times the amount paid) unless there has been no fault on our part or that of our suppliers and the reason for the failure in your holiday arrangements could not have been foreseen or avoided by us or our suppliers even if all due care had been exercised. We will use this maximum sum to assess the appropriate sum due to you in the circumstances of your particular complaint. (b) Should you suffer death or personal injury as a result of an activity forming part of your holiday arrangements booked with us, we accept responsibility unless there has been no fault on our part or that of our suppliers and the cause was your own fault, the actions of someone unconnected with your holiday arrangements or one which neither we nor our suppliers could have anticipated or avoided even with the exercise of all due care. Where such death or personal injury arises in the course of air travel, rail travel, sea travel or hotel accommodation, the amount of compensation you will receive is limited in accordance with the provisions of any applicable International Conventions (the 1999 Montreal Convention, the Warsaw Convention as amended by the Hague Protocol in 1955, the 1961 Berne Convention, the 1974 Athens Convention and the 1962 Paris Convention as amended). Copies of these Conventions may be obtained by writing to us, please allow at least 28 days for the provision of such information.

(c) Should you suffer death, personal injury or illness as a result of an activity not forming part of holiday arrangements, booked with us, we give you advice, guidance and, at our discretion, financial assistance where appropriate up to a limit of £5,000. The financial assistance to enable legal action to be taken against the person responsible for your death, personal injury or illness. Should you recover any costs against a third party in respect of such legal action or be insured in respect of such costs and recover the same via insurers any costs actually incurred by us for which you are given assistance shall be recoverable from any costs recovered by you. Further, the financial assistance is per booking form, not per person. Any request for assistance under this section must be made within 90 days of the incident occurring.

14. Feedback and Complaints Procedure Your feedback is really important to us. At the end of your holiday you should receive a Jules Verne questionnaire to complete as we would like to know what you enjoyed about your tour and what we could improve. If you have cause for complaint while you are on tour you must notify the Jules Verne Tour Manager, local representative, or local agent and give them the opportunity to help you there and then. If you do not raise concerns immediately, this may affect our ability to investigate and take remedial action and it may impact on the way your complaint is dealt with later.If a problem remains unresolved during your holiday, the lead passenger (the person who made the booking) should make a complaint in writing to Jules Verne within 28 days of the completion of the holiday. Please remember to quote your booking reference number and daytime telephone number. We will reply to you within 28 days of receipt of your letter, as laid down by the ABTA Tour Operator’s Code of Conduct.We are a member of ABTA, membership number V1661. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct and we certainly hope that we can settle any holiday complaints amicably. However, should this prove not to be the case, you may refer any dispute relating to our contract to arbitration under a scheme arranged by ABTA which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If we can’t resolve your complaint, go to www.abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. The scheme provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability for you in respect of costs. The scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person or £25,000 per booking form. Neither does it apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences, although claims which include an element of minor injury or illness can be considered subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person, in respect of this element. The application for arbitration and Statement of Claim must be received by ABTA within 18 months of the date of return from the holiday. Outside this time limit arbitration under the scheme may still be available if we agree, but the ABTA Code does not require such agreement. You must also have previously registered your complaint via ABTA to qualify for arbitration.We both agree that English Law (and no other) will apply to your contract and to any dispute, claim or other matter of any description (hereinafter referred to as “claim”) which arises between us (except as set out below). We both also agree that any claim (and whether or not involving any personal injury) must be dealt with under the ABTA arbitration scheme (if the scheme is available for the claim in question and you wish to use it) or by the Courts of England and Wales only unless, in the case of Court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be brought in the Courts of your home country or those of England and Wales. If proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to have your contract and claim governed by the law of Scotland/Northern Ireland as applicable (but if you do not so choose, English law will apply).

15. Carriers and Other Suppliers For portions of your itinerary involving air transport, cruising, or travel by coach, car, train, or ferry, you will be subject to the operational terms and conditions of the carrier and the regulations under which they operate. Airlines operate under international and (where appropriate) European conventions, treaties and regulations in regard to delay, cancellation, and denied boarding which have specific provisions regarding claims for compensation. Such claims, and those for loss or damage to your baggage, should be made directly to the airline. Although we will always use our best efforts to ensure that your tour is delivered as promised, we cannot be held responsible for delays, for necessary changes to your itinerary, or for other adverse occurrences or mishaps that are outside our control or could not have been foreseen or forestalled, and no compensation for such events or their consequences will be due from us. For any claims to be considered, you must communicate the failure locally to the supplier and to ourselves at the earliest opportunity.

16. Flights and Airlines We reserve the right to amend the carrier, type of aircraft or timings on any of the itineraries. When you travel with an airline, scheduled or otherwise, the Conditions of Carriage of that airline apply. Some of these will limit or even exclude liability. These conditions are the subject of International Agreements between countries. We can normally advise you of the Conditions, or copies can be made available upon request. Voluntary Denied Boarding: On rare occasions passengers at the airport may be approached by the airline and offered, with appropriate compensation, a move to a later flight. If this is accepted you should be aware that as a result you may incur additional costs for separate transfer arrangements at your destination. Flight Delays: Flight timings are provided by airlines. They are subject to air traffic control restrictions, weather conditions, the need for constant maintenance and the ability of passengers to check in on time. There is no guarantee that the flights will depart at the time shown either in the brochure, on your invoice or on the tickets. The timings are estimates only. When booking connecting flights, rail or car parking or indeed any arrangements that rely on flight timings, you are strongly advised to allow for possible variations. In the event of a flight being delayed, be it outward, onward or homeward, the relevant airline will make arrangements, dependent on the time of day and duration of the delay. Direct Flights: Where a flight is described as direct, this means that no change of aircraft is necessary. Stops may be made en route for re-fuelling or to pick up/set down passengers. We do not however provide details of such stops where applicable in our documentation. Air Travel: Airline schedules are quoted as known at the time of going to press, but are subject to possible alterations. Details in respect of flight timings, duration of flights and points of stop-over en route will be sent with your confirmation invoice and with your final travel documents. Community List: In accordance with EU directive (EC) no. 2111/2005, Article 9, we are required to bring to your attention the existence of a ‘Community List’ which contains details of air carriers that are subject to an operating ban within the EU Community. The Community List is available for inspection at http://ec.europa.eu/transport/air-ban/list_en.htm.

17. Brochure Description and Prices Important Notice: Unfortunately, it is inevitable that some of the prices and details contained within our brochures may have changed since the brochures were printed. We must reserve the right to make such changes and to correct errors in advertised prices. You will be informed about any changes to any of the relevant details within this brochure when you book and before you enter into a contract with us as part of our commitment to quality customer service. Whilst we endeavour to ensure that the most up-to-date and correct prices are shown on our website and in our brochures, there may on occasion be an incorrect price shown, due to an unfortunate error. When we become aware of any such error, we will endeavour to notify you at the time of booking (if we are then aware of the mistake) or within 7 days of the time of booking, or as soon as reasonably possible. We must reserve the right to cancel the booking if you do not wish to accept the price which is actually applicable to the holiday, in which case you will be given the choice to amend your booking to an alternative holiday at the correct price. We reserve the right to change any of the services or facilities or prices described in the brochure at any time before a contract is made between us. If there is any change we will tell you before you enter into a contract.

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THE JULES VERNE DIFFERENCEThat sense of adventure to discover the world is at the heart of Jules

Verne. Established in 1978, our innovative small group escorted tours offer authentic travel with a twist for people who love to see the world. Packed with special touches and little extras, our expert guides will show you the

true character of each destination and take you beyond the norm, whether your chosen destination is closer to home or far-flung. Fully ABTA and

ATOL bonded and winner of many travel awards, our expert staff organise every detail so you can book in complete confidence.

FLEXIBLE BOOKING POLICYOur flexible booking policy applies to all reservations for tours departing

more than two months ahead. Whether you are making a new booking or re-booking a tour, you may alter to a new date and/or destination, free of charge, as long as the original tour departure date is outside the 61-day

‘balance due’ period.

PRICE GUARANTEE & EARLY BOOKINGOur 100% Price Guarantee means your holiday price is fixed when you

book and you won’t ever pay more, even if our costs increase afterwards,we therefore recommend booking early so that you are covered by our

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