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2013 - 2014

EXOTICSASIA • AFRICA • ANTARCTICASOUTH & CENTRAL AMERICA

EXPERTLY PLANNED. PROFESSIONALLY GUIDED.

ROUNDTRIP HOME TO AIRPORT SEDAN SERVICEPLUS airport transfers whenyou purchase our air. See page 7 for details.

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Dear Fellow Traveler,

Among the following pages you’ll find a series of thrillingdestinations. Africa’s wild Masai Mara, China’s grand Forbidden City,South America’s mighty Iguazu Falls and mysterious Machu Picchu;each the stuff of legend. And it’s all within your reach.

As the owner and CEO of Collette Vacations, I am fortunate to lead agroup of people who care deeply about travel. Together we share a passion for making theseemingly impossible possible for our guests. It’s what we love to do.

Join us and soon you’ll find yourself traveling to one of these striking settings whileexperiencing both the thrill of the unusual and the time-tested comfort of touring. From theexcitement of an authentic safari to the cultural adventures that await in India, Vietnam andThailand, there’s simply so much to experience.

I am thrilled to report that this year we’ve expanded our collection of South America tours.As always, Collette’s team of experts has put you ahead of the travel trends. This is the next“must-see” continent. From the exuberant joys of Rio to the tastes of the Chilean winecountry, discover South America before the rest of the world does.

And as if you needed another incentive, I’m introducing a new program for 2013 that youwill want to know about - Travel Loyalty by Collette or TLC. When you enroll in TLC, youearn a $150 credit towards future travel. $150. Every time you travel. Every time you fulfill apersonal dream.

The Sullivan Family and the Collette Team are honored to be part of your life. When youallow us to come along on your inspiring journey, we consider this the ultimate compliment.Thank you.

Safe and Happy Travels Always,

Daniel J. Sullivan, Jr., President and CEO, aka “Chief Experience Officer”

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Have you always fostered a yearning for the exotic? Well, now is your time. From the Taj Mahal to the

Costa Rican rainforest, from Angkor Wat to the Galapagos, from encountering elephants to relaxing at a

luxury resort, go a little further.

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ASIABeijing City Stay ……………………………10, 11

Best of China ………………………………12, 13

Cruising the Yangtze River……………………14, 15

Flavors of Thailand …………………………16, 17

Three Kingdoms of Indochina …………………18, 19

Mysteries of India……………………………20, 21

Asia extensions: Hong Kong, Angkor Wat, Dubai, Nepal, Bangkok …………22, 23

AFRICA including ISRAELThe Plains of Africa …………………………24, 25

Spectacular South Africa ……………………26, 27

Exploring South Africa ………………………28, 29

Israel - A Journey to the Holy Land …………30, 31

Africa & Israel extensions: Jordan, Victoria Falls, Tanzania ………………………32, 33

SOUTH & CENTRAL AMERICATropical Costa Rica …………………………34, 35

Costa Rica - A World of Nature ………………36, 37

Costa Rica Family Adventure…………………38, 39

Discover Panama ……………………………40, 41

Rediscover Cuba ……………………………42, 43

Patagonia …………………………………44 - 47

Ecuador: Avenue of the Volcanoes & the Galapagos Islands ……………………48 - 51

The Galapagos Islands & Machu Picchu……………………………52, 53

Antarctica…………………………………54, 55

Wonders of South America…………………56, 57

Treasures of South America ………………58 - 61

Peru: Ancient Land of Mysteries ……………62, 63

Journey through the Andes ………………64, 65

Andean Lake Crossing & Chilean Wine Country ……………………66, 67

The Complete South America………………68 - 71

Experience South America…………………72 - 74

South & Central America extensions: Bocas del Toro, Iguazu Falls, Brazilian Amazon,Easter Island, Jungle Adventure, Peruvian Amazon,Ecuador Amazon …………………………75 - 77

QUESTIONS ………………………………78, 79

AIR …………………………………………80

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EXPERTLY PLANNED.PROFESSIONALLY GUIDED.From the perfect hotel to a seamless blend of spectacularscenery and the world’s great cities, we marry manypieces to create your extraordinary journey. A professionalTour Manager brings the destination to life as you enjoythe benefits of touring, including private climate-controlledmotorcoaches, hotel-to-hotel baggage handling, expertlocal guides and more. We include all destination “must-sees” and plan enriching cultural experiences for you usingour insider know-how. We do it all so you don’t have to.

TRAVEL REWARDSEarn credit every time you travel!* New for 2013, Travel Loyalty by Collette or TLCallows you to automatically receive a $150 travel credit foreach trip you take. It ’s our way of saying thank you formaking us your #1 choice in guided travel. Be sure toenroll in TLC to take advantage of this new benefit.

SEDAN SERVICE INCLUDEDTake travel jitters and transportation hasslesout of the vacation equation. Enjoy roundtrip

home to airport sedan service with all air-inclusivevacations – anywhere in the world. This exclusive serviceis included in many U.S. cities within a 50 mile radius ofmore than 90 airport gateways.†

WORRY-FREEUnlike many of our competitors, our industry-leading cancel-lation waiver offers travelers a full cash refund for the priceof the tour, right up to the day prior to departure, minus thesmall cost of the waiver. Travel worry-free knowing if anything changes, you’re protected.

MAKE IT YOUR OWNWith Collette, you can personalize your trip in many ways:

From the world-class wows of our Classic Touring to theimmersive adventures of Explorations to the pricelessmoments of Collette Family Vacations, we help youselect a tour style perfect for you.

Because we know there is no “one size fits all” vacation,Collette allows you to build flexibility into your trip.Exciting optional excursions are available on most packages.Pre or post night hotel stays entice you to enjoy moretime in the world’s greatest cities. And if you are seekingeven more adventure, choose from a selection of inspiringtour extensions hand-crafted by our destination experts.

CULINARY EXPERIENCESCollette immerses you in a variety of epicurean journeyswhile on tour. Diner’s Choice evenings allow you to chooseyour included dinner from a “menu” of great restaurants.Tastings offers you a sample of a city’s best dining experiences with each course in a different venue. Alongwith select cooking classes, chef-led demonstrations, stopsat intimate establishments or even the simple insider tipfrom a tour manager, Collette delivers the culinary flavorsof every region.

SPECIALISTS IN GROUP TRAVELHave you always wanted to travel with a group of people that share a common interest? Whether you travel withyour friends, family, a club or association, Collette makesit fun and easy for you to see the world together.Collette has specialized in group travel for over 90 years.Gather your group and call your travel agent or the numberbelow to get started!

*Full credit is valid for travel within 12 months of the original trip. $100 of the credit remains valid for travel within 13-24 months and the entire credit expires after 24 months.† Not valid on group travel. Included in many U.S. cities within a 50 mile radius of more than 90 airport gateways. One transfer per room booking. Additional stopsare not permitted on route. Other restrictions may apply; call for details.

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“We were both so impressed with the Tenderfeet School! [Mama] Margaret isamazing and the children who are fortunate enough to be in her care will havean opportunity that so many would never have had to excel…The children sangand thanked the tour for coming to visit – it was an emotional day! May you continue to support such wonderful projects – it is a blessing for those of us luckyenough to witness the results!”

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Employee ambassadors have always been at the heart of our global giving endeavors. Currently thereare over 20 active projects committed to helping children worldwide. Projects feature nourishmentprograms; support to orphanages and foster homes; the building of community centers and schools;cultural enrichment programs; and educational engagement programs.

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Day 1: Overnight Flight

Day 2: Beijing, China - Tour Begins Beginyour journey in Beijing, one of the most fasci-nating cities in the world and the capital ofthe People’s Republic of China. Over the nextseveral days you will experience the beauty andintrigue of this ancient city that remains boththe political and cultural heart of the country.

Day 3: Beijing Ease your way into the localculture as your tour manager teaches you a fewkey phrases of the native language. Then,delve into China’s history with a visit toTiananmenSquare, one of thelargest publicspaces in theworld. Next, visitthe ForbiddenCity, an awe-inspir-ing palace complex that was the home to 24Chinese Emperors over the course of almost500 years. Take a special tour of the TreasureHall, a section normally not open to the gen-eral public. Pause to savor a traditional dimsum lunch. Visit a silk factory and explorehow traditional artisans create the luxuriousfabric. This evening, join your fellow travelersfor a welcome dinner at a world-famousPeking Duck restaurant. (B, L, D)

Day 4: The Great Wall No visit to Chinawould be complete without seeing The GreatWall. Visit the picturesque Juyongguan sectionand walk along the wall to take in the sweep-ing vistas. Next, visit jade and cloisonné work-shops and learn how local artists create theseancient masterpieces. Tonight, have fun with atraditional Beijing hot pot dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Beijing Today is at your leisure toexplore this fascinating, constantly changingcity independently. Perhaps visit a local market

in the morning and participate in a cookingclass. In the afternoon, you have the option toexplore the 798 Dashanzi Art District. Thisevening, you can even choose to experience atraditional Peking Opera and explore theDonghuamen night market. Your tour manager will be available to offer suggestionson how best to spend your free time. (B)

Day 6: Beijing Begin your day with a visitto the Summer Palace, considered a master-piece of Chinese landscape design. Visit apearl factory and learn about the different

varieties ofthese underwa-ter gems. Next,marvel at theintricate designof the LamaTemple, one

of the most important Tibetan Buddhistmonasteries in the world. Tonight, enjoy abreathtaking acrobatics show. (B, L)

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9 DAYS • 14 MEALS

SELECT YOUR travel DATERates are land only, per person

February - April 2013 DOUBLE(different itinerary - see note)

February 18, 25 $749March 4, 6, 11, 13, 19 $949April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 $949

Itinerary featured is for May 2013- April 2014tour departures. Departures prior to this date willvary. Please confirm at time of reservation.

May 2013 - April 2014 DOUBLE

May 14, 21 $1199September 3, 10, 17 $1199October 8, 15, 22, 29 $1199November 5, 6, 7 $1099November 12, 13, 14 $1049December 3, 4, 5 $949January 14, 16 $949February 11, 12, 18, 19 $949March 4, 11, 12 $1049March 18, 19, 25 $1099April 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 22 $1099

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START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre or post night stay in Beijing; call for details.

MAKE IT YOUR OWN with ON TOUR ACTIVITIES:Visit our website to learn more.

EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Enjoy 2 nights in Hong Kong. Don’t miss your chance toexperience one of the world’s most dynamic cities. A tradi-tional sampan ride, Victoria Peak and one-of-a-kind shoppingare just some of the thrills that await. (see page 23 for details)

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Day 7: Beijing Enjoy a day of leisure to relax orindependently explore this wonderful city. Youmay take an optional tour to Xian, whichincludes a visit to the spectacular TerracottaWarriors Museum. (B)

Day 8: Beijing This morning, visit the Templeof Heaven where the emperor came twice each

year to thank the gods for a bountiful harvestand to pray for the new season. Learn tai chiamidst the locals doing their morning exercises.Soak in the culture of this communal spacewhile other citizens of the city play cards orboard games nearby. Afterwards, experienceancient Beijing on a traditional rickshaw tourthrough its narrow streets and alleys. With helpfrom an interpreter, you will learn about a localfamily’s history and way of life when you sharelunch with them in their Hutong home. Theywill also teach you the art of traditionaldumpling making. Next, visit a Chinese callig-raphy master and learn how to write in thisancient art. Complete your visit with a tradi-tional tea ceremony. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner withImperial cuisine at a courtyard restaurant. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Beijing - Tour Ends Your tour endsin Beijing. (B)

This trip requires a PASSPORT and VISA

The optional tour to Xian (on Day 7) must be purchased a minimum of 45 days prior to departure and isnon-refundable within 45 days of departure. Passport information is required at the time of booking thisoption.

TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL

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• Enjoy a historic tour of TiananmenSquare, the largest public square inthe world, and visit the Forbidden City,home to 24 Chinese Emperors foralmost 500 years. Take a special tourof the Treasure Hall.

• Visit the picturesque Juyongguansection of the Great Wall and walkalong the wall to take in the sweepingvistas.

• Learn about a local family’s history andway of life when you share lunch withthem in their Hutong home.

• Enjoy a breathtaking acrobatics show. • Savor a Peking duck dinner, made

famous in Beijing over 200 years ago.

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Day 2: Beijing, China - Tour Begins

Day 3: Beijing Ease your way into the localculture as your tour manager teaches you a fewkey phrases of the native language. Next, con-template history with a visit to TiananmenSquare, one of the largest public spaces in theworld. Then, visit the Forbidden City, an awe-inspiring palace complex that has been hometo 24 Chinese emperors for almost 500 years.Take a special tour of the Treasure Hall, a section normally not open to the general public. Next,savor a tradi-tional dim sumlunch. This styleof meal consistsof various smalldishes served insuccession. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a world-famous Peking duck restaurant. (B, L, D)

Day 4: The Great Wall China’s legendarylandmark, the Great Wall, is yours to discover.During your visit, walk along a portion of this3,700 mile marvel! Visit jade and cloisonnéworkshops to learn how local artists create theseancient masterpieces. Feel the excitement ofthe 2008 Summer Olympics when you viewthe Olympic Green where you have the oppor-tunity to take photos of two famous structures- the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube. Tonight, havefun at a traditional Beijing hot pot dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Beijing Begin your day with a visitto the Summer Palace, considered a master-piece of Chinese landscape artist design.Explore a pearl factory and learn about thedifferent varieties of these underwater gems.Visit the Beijing Zoo, home of the famouspandas. The remainder of the day is at leisure

to perhaps explore the cutting edge 798Dashanzi Art District. In the evening, youcould choose to watch a traditional PekingOpera and explore the Donghuamen nightmarket. (B, L)

Day 6: Beijing - Xian Explore the world-famous Temple of Heaven, an ornate sanctuarywhere Chinese Emperors worshiped their gods.Learn tai chi amidst the locals doing theirmorning exercises or watch them playing cardsor board games. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime rick-shaw tour through the Hutongs, the narrow

streets ofancient Beijing.With help froman interpreter,you will learnabout a localfamily’s history

and way of life when you share lunch with themin their Hutong home. Next, meet a Chinesecalligraphy master and learn how to write usingthis ancient art. A short flight brings you toChina’s interior city of Xian. (B, L)

Day 7: Xian Your day begins with a visit tothe excavation site of the Terracotta Warriors.This vast clay army, 8,000 strong, was createdto guard one of China’s emperors in the afterlife.Be amazed by the sheer numbers of them andtheir detailed features! Visit one of the mostfamous Buddhist temples in the world, the clas-sical Wild Goose Pagoda. This impressive struc-ture was built during the Tang Dynasty tohouse Buddhist treasures. Afterwards, explorethe bustling Muslim Quarter. Tonight, enjoy atraditional Xian dumpling banquet. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Xian Begin your day with a visit tothe Shaanxi Museum where you can viewbronze wares, pottery and ancient murals.Visit the Xian city wall, the largest and best-preserved in China. Take a stroll or perhaps

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Visit the Forbidden City, an awe-inspiringpalace complex that has been home to 24Chinese emperors for almost 500 years.

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February 13, 20, 27 $1449March 6, 13 $1449April 10, 17, 24 $1599

Itinerary featured is for May 2013 - April 2014tour departures. Departures prior to this date willvary. Please confirm at time of reservation.


May 15 $1949June 19 $1849July 10, 17 $1849September 4, 11 $1949October 9, 16, 23, 30 $1949November 6, 13 $1849December 4 $1749February 12 $1749March 5 $1749March 12, 19 $1849April 2 $1949

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travel journalrent bicycles or golf carts to navigate the 8-mileloop. Savor a lunch of Xian’s most celebratedlocal dish. The remainder of your day is atleisure. Tonight, you may choose to enjoy a TangDynasty dinner and show. (B, L)

Day 9: Xian - Guilin Fly to Guilin. Visit theReed Flute Caves with its wonderful undergroundscenery. Enjoy traditional Guilin rice noodles forlunch. Stop at Elephant Trunk Hill, the symbolof the city of Guilin. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Guilin Today you have a full day atleisure to relax or explore Guilin on your own.You may choose to take an optional excursionwhich includes a cruise on the Li River whereyou’ll admire the landscapes that have inspiredartists and poets for centuries, followed by a visitto Yangshuo’s bustling market to bargain with thelocals for souvenirs. (B)

Day 11: Guilin - Shanghai Depart forShanghai. Enjoy lunch at a celebrated restaurantknown for its xiao long bao soup dumplings.Explore Old Town’s narrow streets and relax in

the tranquility of the Yuyuan Garden. Enjoy alocally-guided tour of the waterfront districtknown as the Bund. Tonight, take in the energy and excitement of the Chinese acrobaticshow. (B, L, D)

Day 12: Shanghai - Zhujiajiao - ShanghaiEnjoy a full day excursion to the water village ofZhujiajiao, an ancient city located on the banksof Dianshan Lake. Enjoy a boat ride on the canaland have time to shop. Tonight you may chooseto dine at the French Concession and enjoy anevening cruise on the Huangpu River. (B)

Day 13: Shanghai Discover the treasures ofthe Shanghai Museum. Visit the ShanghaiUrban Planning Exhibition Center and view avast scale model of urban Shanghai as it is projected to look in 2020. Explore the shops,galleries and cafes of the Tian Zi Fang district.The remainder of the day is at leisure. Tonight,bid farewell to China at a farewell dinner withyour fellow travelers. (B, D)

Day 14: Shanghai - Tour Ends (B)


The trans-Pacific and internal flights on this program are not included in the land price. All air includinginternal flights can be purchased through us.

TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL


• Walk along a portion of the 3,700 mileGreat Wall, one of the Wonders ofthe World.

• Witness Xian’s 8,000 awe-inspiringTerracotta Warriors during your visitto the excavation site.

• Savor a traditional Peking duck dinnermade famous over 200 years ago.

• Visit the Summer Palace, a UNESCOsite, which is ranked amongst the mostnoted classical gardens in the world.

• Explore the world-famous Temple ofHeaven, an ornate sanctuary whereChinese Emperors worshiped their gods.



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Xian, 3 nightsGrand New World Hotel

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Day 2: Shanghai, China - Tour Begins

Day 3: Shanghai Ease your way into thelocal culture as your Tour Manager teachesyou a few key phrases of the native language.Then, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Shanghai.Set out for the waterfront district, known asthe Bund. Famous for its impressive colonialbuildings, you’ll feel as though you havestepped back into 19th century Europe. Aftera lunch that features xiao long bao soupdumplings, explore Old Town’s narrow streetsand relax in thetranquil YuyuanGarden. Meetyour fellowtravelers at awelcome dinneroverlooking theShanghai skyline. Afterwards, enjoy an amazing acrobatics show. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Shanghai Discover the treasures ofthe Shanghai Museum, home to artifacts thatspan China’s rich history. Visit the ShanghaiUrban Planning Exhibition Center and viewthe centerpiece of the museum, a vast scalemodel of Shanghai as it will look in 2020.Explore the shops, galleries and cafes of theTian Zi Fang district. Your afternoon is atleisure. (B)

Day 5: Shanghai - Yichang - BoardCruise Ship Visit a silk factory and learnhow artisans create this luxurious fabric. Foryour trip to the airport, climb aboard theMagLev train, a magnetic levitation line thatcan reach 268 miles per hour. After touchingdown in Yichang, board your ship for a 4-night Yangtze River cruise. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Cruising - Three Gorges Dam -Xiling Gorge Begin your day with a tai chilesson on the sundeck. Sail into Xiling Gorge,

the longest section of the Three Gorges. Visitthe construction site of the Three Gorges Dam.Upon completion, the dam, inside the first ofthe three gorges, will be the world’s largesthydroelectric project. Afterwards, sail throughthe five-step locks. Tonight, enjoy the captain’swelcome dinner and cabaret. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Cruising - Shennong Stream - WuGorge - Qutang Gorge Enjoy an excursionvisiting the Shennong Stream in traditionalpea boats. Upon returning to your ship, sailthrough Wu Gorge. This afternoon, sail

throughQutang Gorge,the river’s mostdramatic. (B, L, D)

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Fengdu Arrive in the city of Fengdu, depict-ed as the “City of Ghosts” in ancient works.Home to over 48 temples, the origin of thetown’s extraordinary reputation can be tracedback to the Han Dynasty. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Chongqing - Disembark CruiseShip - Xian Arrive at Chongqing and disem-bark. Fly to the ancient city of Xian. Uponarrival, savor a lunch of Xian’s most celebratedlocal dish. Visit the Xian city wall, China’slargest and best-preserved. Take a stroll or per-haps rent bicycles to navigate part of the 8-mile loop. Tonight, enjoy a traditional Xiandumpling banquet. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Xian Today, explore the excavationsite of the Terracotta Warriors. This vast clayarmy, 8,000 strong, was created to guardChina’s first emperor in the afterlife. You'll beamazed - each soldier has a different face.After lunch, visit the Muslim Quarter, a fasci-nating area filled with exotic local shops. Seethe Great Mosque and its fusion of Chineseand Arabian architecture. (B, L)

Cruising the Yangtze River

Sail through beautiful Wu Gorge,well-known for its 12 spectacular forest-covered peaks.

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March - November 2013 DOUBLE

March 11 $2399April 1, 8 $2449May 13, 20 $2599June 24 $2449July 8, 29 $2449August 19 $2449September 2, 9 $2599October 7, 14, 21 $2599October 28 $2449November 4 $2449

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travel journalDay 11: Xian Visit the Shaanxi Museum andview bronze wares, pottery and ancient murals.Afterwards, visit one of the world’s most famousBuddhist temples, the Wild Goose Pagoda. Yourafternoon is at leisure. Tonight you may chooseto enjoy an opulent Tang Dynasty dinner andshow. (B, L)

Day 12: Xian - Beijing Fly to Beijing. Uponarrival, savor a traditional dim sum lunch. VisitTiananmen Square, one of the largest publicspaces in the world. Next, visit the ForbiddenCity, an awe-inspiring palace complex. Take a spe-cial tour of the Treasure Hall, a section normallyclosed to the public. Tonight, experience anauthentic hot pot dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 13: The Great Wall Visit the picturesqueJuyongguan section of the Great Wall and walkalong a portion of this legendary structure. Visita cloisonné workshop to learn how local artistscreate these masterpieces. On your way back toBeijing, relive the excitement of the 2008Summer Olympics when you view the OlympicGreen, the Water Cube and the famous Bird’sNest. (B, L)

Day 14: Beijing Visit the Summer Palace,considered a masterpiece of Chinese landscapedesign. Explore a pearl factory and learn aboutthe different varieties of these underwater gems.Visit the Beijing Zoo, home of the famous pan-das. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Tonight,you may opt to attend the Peking Opera andexplore the Donghuamen night market. (B, L)

Day 15: Beijing Visit the Temple of Heaven.Relax amidst the locals doing their morningexercises. Later, take a thrilling rickshaw tourthrough the oldest part of Beijing. With aninterpreter, learn about a local family’s way oflife and share lunch with them in their Hutonghome. They will also teach you the art ofdumpling making. Next, meet a Chinese callig-raphy master and learn about this ancient art.Your final stop features a traditional tea ceremo-ny. Later, enjoy a special Peking Duck farewelldinner. (B, L, D)

Day 16: Beijing - Tour Ends (B)


The trans-Pacific and internal flights on this program are not included in the land price. All air including internal flights can be purchased through us.

TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL


• Take a relaxing 4-night upstreamcruise on the Yangtze River.

• Ride the 268 mph MagLev train inShanghai!

• Take a walk along a section of the3,700 mile long Great Wall, one of thenew Wonders of the World!

• Witness Xian’s 8,000 awe-inspiringTerracotta Warriors.



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M/V President Prime

Shanghai, 3 nightsBroadway Mansions

Cruise Ship, 4 nightsM/V President Prime

Xian, 3 nightsGrand New World Hotel

Beijing, 4 nightsBeijing Marriott Hotel City Wall


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Day 1: Overnight Flight Depart forThailand on your overnight flight.

Day 2: Bangkok, Thailand - Tour BeginsArrive in Bangkok, Thailand’s capital. Thisbustling city blends the cosmopolitan withtimeless tradition.

Day 3: Bangkok Begin your journey by visit-ing the Golden Buddha, one of the world’slargest solid gold statues. Learn why it wasoriginally covered in plaster. Proceed to WatPo, temple of the Reclining Buddha. Marvel atthe scale of this gold-leaf covered monumentand its mother-of-pearlinlaid feet. Explore thespectacular grounds ofthe Grand Palace. Stopat Wat Phra Kaew,home of the EmeraldBuddha and Thailand’smost sacred temple. Enjoy lunch overlookingthe Chao Phraya River. Visit the JimThompson House, home of the Americanentrepreneur who revitalized the Thai silkindustry before mysteriously disappearing. Thisafternoon you may choose to go shopping atChatuchak Weekend Market or have a garmentmade at one of the town’s best tailors. Tonight,join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinnerat a traditional Thai house. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Bangkok Travel south to the amaz-ing Mae Klong Market along the railroadtracks. Visit the Damnoen Saduak floatingmarket where countless vendors sell fruits andvegetables from their boats. This afternoon,board a long-tail boat and explore Bangkok’snetwork of canals called klongs. Drift alongand discover daily life on the waterways. Stopat the iconic Wat Arun, the Temple of theDawn. Later, you have the option of embark-ing on a street food tour of Bangkok. (B)

Day 5: Bangkok Examine World War II inThailand at Kanchanburi’s JEATH War

Museum. Reflect during a stroll along the his-toric Bridge over the River Kwai. Ride thenotorious Death Railway and visit the HellfirePass Museum before walking through thenearby canyon. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Bangkok Today is at leisure. Perhapsexplore independently or choose to participatein an optional cooking class and learn thesecrets of Thai ingredients while preparinglunch. Or, simply relax and perhaps enjoy a tra-ditional Thai massage. Tonight you may opt tojoin a candlelight dinner river cruise aboard a

luxury rice barge. (B)

Day 7: Bangkok -Chiang Rai Take ashort flight to ChiangRai. At the Doi TungDevelopment Project,learn about the Princess

Mother’s efforts to eradicate opium and teachvillagers sustainable practices. Stroll throughthe beautiful Mae Fah Luang Garden. Visit theCottage Industries Center and discover localarts like mulberry paper making. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Chiang Rai Drive to the famousGolden Triangle. Enjoy magnificent views ofthe place where Thailand, Laos and Burmameet. Embark on a long-tail boat cruise on theMekong and picnic by the river banks. Visitthe Hall of Opium, an interactive museumthat traces opium’s worldwide impact. (B, L)

Flavors of ThailandCLASSIC TOURING



January - April 2013 DOUBLE(different itinerary - see note)

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Day 10: Chiang Mai Visit the remote villagesof the Akha and Lisu hill tribes. Learn aboutanother way of life as you interact with local children and share a simple lunch. This eveningyou may stroll, bargain and shop at Chiang Mai’sfamous night market. (B, L)

Day 11: Chiang Mai Travel through the lushjungle to Maesa Elephant Camp, home to one ofthe largest collections of elephants in northernThailand. Watch these majestic creatures taketheir morning bath in the river. Observe howthey work in the jungle, paint pictures and play

games. You may even choose to ride an elephantor feed them their favorite treats. Later, stop atan orchid farm that displays some of Thailand’smost exquisite blooms. Enjoy lunch and north-ern Thailand’s signature dish at a specialtyrestaurant. (B, L)

Day 12: Chiang Mai Wake before dawn tovisit the local market and participate in theoffering of alms to hundreds of saffron-robedmonks. Proceed to Wat Chedi Luang and chatwith monks about practicing Buddhism inThailand. Visit the sacred Wat Prathat DoiSuthep temple and delve into the legend of thewhite elephant. Soak in panoramic views of thecity from the mountain top. Finally, savor afarewell dinner at an art gallery and restaurantoverlooking the river. (B, D)

Day 13: Chiang Mai - Bangkok Fly back toBangkok for a day at leisure. Relax, exploremore of the city or shop for souvenirs. (B)

Day 14: Bangkok - Tour Ends Cross theInternational Dateline on your flight home. (B)

This trip requires a PASSPORT

The internal flights on this program are not included in the land price. All air including internal flights can bepurchased through us.

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• Travel through the lush jungle valley toMaesa Elephant Camp where you canwatch elephants work and play.

• Wake before dawn to visit the localmarket and participate in the offeringof alms to hundreds of saffron-robedmonks.

• Visit the amazing Mae Klong Marketalong the railroad tracks as well as theDamnoen Saduak floating market.

• Visit the Hall of Opium, an interactivemuseum that meticulously traces thehistory of opium and the effects ofnarcotics around the world.



CLASSIC TOURING

THAILAND

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Grand Palace, Bangkok

Bangkok, 5 nightsRembrandt Hotel

Chiang Rai, 2 nightsImperial Golden Triangle

Chiang Mai, 4 nightsMovenpick Suriwongse Chiang Mai

Bangkok, 1 nightRembrandt Hotel


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START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre or Post night stay in Bangkok; call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Don’t miss your chance to see Hong Kong. Enjoy twonights (pre-tour) in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.You may also continue your journey with a post-tour trip.Explore the temples of Siem Reap including Angkor Wat,the 12th century complex that is the symbol of Cambodia.(see page 22 - 23 for details)



Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - TourBegins Arrive in historic Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City Tour the city’scolonial landmarks • Visit the ReunificationPalace where the Vietnam War ended with thefall of Saigon • Learn more about the lastingeffects of this struggle at the War RemnantsMuseum • Join your fellow travelers for a wel-come dinner at a rooftop garden. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City Travel to theMekong Delta and embark on a cruise alongthe bustling river • Enjoy a leisurely lunch in a lush tropicalgarden andexplore localvillages • VisitCao DaiTemple and its unique architectural style (B, L)

Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City - Hoi An Fly toDa Nang • Stop at China Beach whereAmerican troops landed during the war •Venture to Hoi An, an ancient merchant trad-ing port and a UNESCO World Heritage site •Enjoy a cyclo tour of the preserved town • Seethe Tan Ky Old House, Phuc Kien AssemblyHall and Chua Ong Pagoda. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Hoi An Today’s cooking class beginsat a local market • Interact with vendors andlearn about traditional ingredients • Followthe Thu Bon river to the cooking school •Discover the art of plate decorating and pre-pare five traditional Vietnamese dishes. (B, L)

Day 7: Hoi An - Hue Take an optional sun-rise photography class and observe fishermenbringing in their catch • Travel to Hue via thepanoramic Hai Van Pass • En route, savor aseafood lunch at Lang Co fishing village •Arrive in Hue, home of the Nguyen dynastyand a UNESCO World Heritage site • Visitthe tomb of Emperor Tu Duc • Tonight, enjoy

a lavish royal feast. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Hue - Hanoi Cruise on the PerfumeRiver to the Thien Mu Pagoda • Visit theImperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City• Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at a local monasteryand converse with monks • Later, fly to Hanoi(B, L, D)

Day 9: Hanoi Explore the Temple ofLiterature, Vietnam’s first university • Enjoylunch at a non-profit restaurant that empowersunderprivileged children, training them withnew skills • Continue to Hoa Lo Prison (akathe Hanoi Hilton), where American POWswere detained • Stroll along Hoan Kiem Lake

and throughthe craft guild streets in the nearbyold quarter •

Enjoy a traditional Water Puppet performance. (B, L)

Day 10: Hanoi Visit the mausoleum thatholds the preserved body of Ho Chi Minh •Discover Minh’s simple house on stilts •Admire the One Pillar Pagoda resting on a sin-gle stone pillar emerging from the water. (B)

Day 11: Hanoi - Halong Bay Drive toHalong Bay for your overnight cruise on a lux-ury junk boat • Transfer to a sampan and visita floating fishing village • Watch the sunsetbefore sharing a seafood feast. (B, L, D)

Day 12: Halong Bay - Luang Prabang,Laos Join a sunrise tai chi class on deck •Explore an ancient cave on a nearby island •Enjoy brunch on board and cruise back to theharbor • From Hanoi, fly to Luang Prabang •Tonight, enjoy a tasting menu sampling localLaotian delicacies. (B, D)

Day 13: Luang Prabang Visit an elephantvillage • Learn how mahouts train their ele-phants • Opt to take an elephant ride • Proceedto the Kuang Si waterfall and have a picnic

Three Kingdoms of Indochina:Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia

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Day 14: Luang Prabang Wake before dawnand participate in the offering of alms to saffron-robed monks • Stroll the local market and watchthe town come to life • Cruise the Mekong Riverto the mysterious Pak Ou Caves • Stop at BanXang Hai, famous for its rice wine, and Ban XangKhong, known for silk weaving • Return toLuang Prabang for a guided tour of the NationalMuseum • Visit the sacred temples of Wat Aham,Wat Visoun and Wat Xieng Thong • Climb to thetop of Mount Phousi to watch the sunset. (B, L)

Day 15: Luang Prabang - Siem Reap,Cambodia Fly to Siem Reap and visit AngkorWat, the world’s largest religious building and thesymbol of Cambodia • Enjoy a traditional Apsarashow with dinner. (B, L, D)

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of Angkor Thom • Continue to the haunting TaProhm temple • Enjoy a Khmer lunch set in atraditional wooden house • Meet local schoolchildren at the JWOC Community Center •

Visit Artisans d’Angkor which teachesyoung Cambodians ancient traditions. (B, L)

Day 17: Siem Reap Sail on Tonle Sap •Explore Kompong Phluk, a floating village •Visit the Roluos Group and take an ox cart rideto the Roluos Pagoda where monks celebrate aprivate blessing ceremony • Enjoy lunch at alocal home. (B, L)

Day 18: Siem Reap - Phnom Penh Travelto Phnom Penh and enjoy lunch at a non-profitrestaurant that trains and employs formerCambodian street children • Visit the TuolSleng Genocide Museum • Continue to theRoyal Palace and the Silver Pagoda • Savor afarewell dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 19: Phnom Penh - Tour Ends (B)


Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recom-mended to participate on this tour. Please contact your local travel clinic or personal physician.

The Vietnam visa cost is approximately $80 USD and must be obtained prior to departure.

The Cambodia visa cost is approximately $25 USD and can be obtained online before departure or at theairport upon arrival. Two passport photos are needed.

The Laos visa cost is approximately $35 USD and can be purchased upon arrival in Luang Prabang.

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• Visit Angkor Wat, the world’s largestreligious building and the symbol ofCambodia.

• Participate in a market tour andcooking class where you will learn toprepare five traditional Vietnamese dishes.

• Visit an elephant village nestled in alush jungle valley on the banks of a riverin Luang Prabang.

• Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at a localmonastery and converse with monksabout their daily life.



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Ho Chi Minh City, 3 nightsNew World Saigon

Hoi An, 2 nightsLife Resort

Hue, 1 nightImperial Hotel

Hanoi, 3 nightsMovenpick Hotel

Halong Bay, 1 nightBhaya Classic

Luang Prabang, 3 nightsSala Prabang

Siem Reap, 3 nightsAngkor Century Resort

Phnom Penh, 1 nightLandscape Hotel


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Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Delhi, India - Tour BeginsDay 3: New Delhi Ease your way into thelocal culture as your tour manager teaches youa few key phrases of the native language •Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi • VisitJama Masjid, India’s largest mosque • ExploreOld Delhi’s narrow streets by rickshaw, the tra-ditional mode of transportation • Tour NewDelhi, visiting Qutub Minar, the tallest brickminaret in the world • Visit Humayun’s tomb,built by the widow of a great Mughal Emperor• Behold the IndiaGate war memorial,the Parliament and thepalatial RashtrapatiBhawan. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Delhi -Udaipur Fly to Udaipur this morning,your gateway to Rajasthan • Check into yourhotel, a restored palace overlooking the lake •This evening, cruise by boat along LakePichola taking in views of the Jag MandirPalace and the City Palace. (B, D)

Day 5: Udaipur Participate in a relaxing yogaclass, learning basic exercises and breathing tech-niques from a local expert • Visit the exquisiteCity Palace • Set off to see the largest temple inUdaipur – Jagdish Temple • Stop at Sahelion-ki-Bari, the Garden of the Maids of Honor • Learnabout the lifestyle of the royal ladies who oncestrolled through these gardens. (B)

Day 6: Udaipur - Jaipur Journey to the“Pink City,” Jaipur • Stop briefly at HawaMahal, home to a former Maharaja, beholdingits façade of 953 windows • Visit the CityPalace, finding gardens, courtyards, intricatedecorative art and carved doorways • Marvelat Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory.(B, L)

Day 7: Jaipur Ride an elephant to the top of Amber Fort, India’s former seat of power •

Visit a local school where the children arepart of a mid-day meal program sup-ported by the efforts of the Collette

Foundation • Tap into local customs duringlunch as you learn about turban and sari tying• Stroll through a flower market for a glimpseinto the art of making garlands used in tradi-tional Indian welcome ceremonies • Enjoy ahenna tattoo and bindi demonstration • Sitdown tonight for a home-hosted dinner,observing daily life inside the old city. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Jaipur - Ranthambore You maychoose to learn moreabout the non-profiteffort that providesthousands of localschools with a mid-daymeal during an earlymorning guided tour of

their local facility. • Travel to RanthamboreNational Park, learning of Project Tiger’sefforts at conservation in the country • A naturalist discusses the wildlife of the countrywith a slideshow and discussion • Embark ona game viewing drive by canter, an open airvehicle • Watch for marsh crocodiles, hyenas,sloth bears, and even tigers. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Ranthambore Rise and shine earlyfor a game viewing drive • Afterwards, enjoybreakfast at your hotel • Visit theRanthambore School of Art which recruitsstudents from neighboring villages and trainsthem to be self-sufficient artists • Next, visitDastkar Ranthambore Project, founded in1981 by six women united to protect India’straditional artisans • Dive into the local cui-sine with an interactive cooking demonstra-tion followed by dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Ranthambore - Bharatpur - AgraAn early morning train brings you toBharatpur • Enjoy brunch • Set off forFatehpur Sikri, a red sandstone city built by

Mysteries of India

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October 2013 - April 2014 DOUBLE

October 10, 17, 24 $3249December 5 $3249January 9, 23 $3249February 6, 20 $3249March 6, 20 $3249April 3, 17, 24 $2649

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Day 11: Agra Visit the Taj Mahal at sunriseaboard a tonga – or horse carriage – that takesyou to its gates • Built in the 17th century byMughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression ofhis love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the TajMahal is truly one of the wonders of the world •Visit Agra Fort, the seat of the Mughal Empire.(B)

Day 12: Agra - Jhansi - Occhra - KhajurahoBoard your train for Jhansi • Continue to Occhraand visit Jahangir Mahal • Notice the palace’saura of grandeur and opulence representative ofBundela School of Architecture • Continue toKhajuraho, your home for the evening. (B, L)

Day 13: Khajuraho - Varanasi Visit theChandel Temple complex and behold some of

the finest examples of temple architecture innorthern India • Fly to Varanasi • Tonight, visitthe Ghats – the banks of the river – witnessingthe illuminated Ganga Aarti ceremony • AHindu scholar discusses the philosophy ofHinduism with you. (B)

Day 14: Varanasi Cruise along the RiverGanges past various Ghats where you’ll see people ritually cleansing themselves of theirsins, hoping for salvation • A city tour ofVaranasi includes Vishwanath Temple, BenarasHindu University and Bharat Mata Temple •Continue to Sarnath where Siddarth Gautama,later known as Buddha, gave his first sermon ona quiet grove in the 6th century BC • Join yourfellow travelers for a farewell dinner thisevening. (B, D)

Day 15: Varanasi - Delhi - Tour EndsEnjoy a morning at leisure before flying back toDelhi • Later, depart for the international air-port for your flight home. (B)

The trans-Atlantic and internal flights on this program are not included in the land price. All air including inter-nal flights can be purchased through us.

Due to flight schedules, flights arriving into Delhi may arrive very late in the evening on day 2 or just after mid-night the morning of day 3. A pre or post night may be required (at an additional cost).

Due to tour scheduling, return flights home should not be booked to leave prior to 6:00 PM on the last day.

Due to flight departure schedules on Day 15, 4 day rooms have been reserved. The approximate visa cost(valid for 6 months) is $76 USD.

A development fee of approx. $30 USD is to be paid upon exiting the Delhi airport.

The Indian Government charges a camera and/or video fee of approx $25/$60 USD respectively.

TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL



• In Udaipur, enjoy two nights in arestored palace overlooking the lakes.

• Learn about life in Jaipur during a home-hosted dinner.

• Discover the secrets of Indian cuisineduring an interactive cookingdemonstration followed by dinner.

• Ascend to the top of Amber Fort byelephant!



INDIA

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Ranthambore National Park

Delhi, 2 nightsHilton Janakpuri

Udaipur, 2 nightsFateh Garh Palace

Jaipur, 2 nightsTrident Hotel

Ranthambore, 2 nightsDev Vilas

Agra, 2 nightsTrident Hotel

Khajuraho, 1 nightTaj Hotel Chandela

Varanasi, 2 nightsTaj Gateway Hotel Ganges


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START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre or Post night stay in Delhi, call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Begin your exploration with a pre-tour Dubai extension.See one of the world’s fastest growing and most intriguingcountries. You can also go a little further and extend youradventure with an additional post-tour stay in legendaryNepal. (see pages 22-23 for details)


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Day 14: Bangkok - Siem Reap Board a flightfrom Bangkok to Siem Reap. Visit Angkor Wat, theworld’s largest religious building and the symbol ofCambodia. Marvel at the stone carvings and bas-

reliefs that decorate this 12th century complex, aprime example of classical Khmer architecture.Perhaps choose to remain at Angkor Wat until sun-set when the golden light creates an awe-inspiringsight. Enjoy a traditional Apsara show with dinner.(D)

Day 15: Siem Reap Explore the ancient ruins ofAngkor Thom, famous for the Bayon temple and itscolossal stone-carved faces. Continue to the haunt-ing Ta Prohm temple, overgrown by creeping jun-gle. Enjoy a Khmer lunch set in a traditional wood-en house. Visit Artisans d’Angkor which trainsyoung Cambodians to revive ancient traditions likestone carving. Meet local school children at theJWOC Community Center which is sponsored bythe Collette Foundation. (B, L)

Day 16: Siem Reap Sail on Tonle Sap – theGreat Lake of Cambodia. Explore Kompong Phluk, afloating village where you can see houses on stiltsand flooded forests. Visit the Roluos Group andtake an oxcart ride to the Roluos Pagoda wheremonks celebrate a private blessing ceremony. Enjoylunch at a local home. (B, L)

Day 17: Siem Reap - Bangkok A short flightbrings you back to Bangkok. You have the day atleisure to relax, explore more of the city or shop forsouvenirs. (B)

Day 18: Bangkok - Tour Ends

Board your flight home and cross the InternationalDateline en route. (B)

Please Note: This extension is hosted by a local representative whowill provide all included services. A minimum of 2 passengers isrequired for this extension to operate.A visa is required for the Angkor Wat extension. You can obtain thevisa for Cambodia online before departure or at the airport uponarrival. The cost is approximately $25 USD and must be paid in localcurrency or USD. You will also need 2 passport photos.Additional air segment purchases required.

Flavors of Thailand (pg 16)ANGKOR WAT $599*

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Day 15: Day in Delhi Overnight in Delhi beforetraveling to Nepal in the morning.

Day 16: Delhi - Kathmandu, Nepal Take anearly morning flight to Kathmandu. Enjoy a sight-seeing tour of Patan city, the old Newar city. Seethe Patan Durban Square, a combination of palace

buildings, artistic courtyards and pagoda-style tem-ples. (B)

Day 17: Kathmandu Tour Kathmandu city andSwoyambhuanth Stupa, a famous monkey templeboasting the famous painted eyes of Buddhawatching all who ascend the steps. Continue on tovisit such sights as the 17th century Durbar com-plex; Hanuman Dhoka, the temple of the living god-dess; and Kasthmandap – a wooden temple builtfrom a single tree. See the Shiva Paravati temple,the Seto Bhairav and Kal Bhaira temple. Head toSwoyambhunath, a Buddhist temple, taking inviews of the entire Kathmandu valley. Tonight enjoya Nepali dinner at a local restaurant. (B, D)

Day 18: Kathmandu Visit Pashupatinath Temple,the most important Hindu temple in Nepal. SeeBoudnath, one of the largest stupas in the worldand a sacred place to Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet.Embrace the bustle of the city when you see car-pet manufacturers at work and prayers being heldat the monasteries belonging to different sects ofTibetan Buddhism. Travel to Bhadgaon, a city ofdevotees, known for its incredible architecture andart. (B)

Day 19: Kathmandu - Delhi - Tour Ends Fly toDelhi where you have leisure time in Old Delhibefore transferring to the airport for your returnflight home. (B) Please Note: A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this extensionto operate. This extension is hosted by a local representative who willprovide all included services.The round trip flight from Delhi to Kathmandu is not included in theland-only cost of your tour. Internal flights that are purchased will beticketed and distributed on tour by your tour manager.A Passport and Visa is required at your own expense. The approxi-mate cost of a Nepalese visa (valid for 15 days) is $25 USD and thevisa is obtainable on arrival.Maximum elevation: 6,000 ft.Additional air segment purchases required.

Mysteries of India (pg 20)NEPAL$849*

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Day 19: Phnom Penh - Bangkok Board a shortflight from Phnom Penh to Bangkok, Thailand’s capi-tal. A feast for the senses, this bustling city blends

cosmopolitan sophistication with a strong sense ofhistory and tradition. Begin by boarding a long-tailboat and explore Bangkok’s network of canalscalled klongs. Stop at the iconic Wat Arun, theTemple of the Dawn.

Day 20: Bangkok Visit the Golden Buddha, oneof the world’s largest solid gold statues. Proceed toWat Po, temple of the Reclining Buddha. Then,explore the grounds of the Grand Palace and marvelat the grandeur of this royal residence. Stop atWat Phra Kaew, home of the Emerald Buddha andThailand’s most sacred temple. Continue with avisit to the Jim Thompson House, home of theAmerican entrepreneur who revitalized the Thai silkindustry before disappearing. Tonight, you have theoption of a candlelight dinner cruise aboard a luxuryrice barge on the Chao Phraya River. (B, L)

Day 21: Bangkok Travel south of Bangkok to theamazing Mae Klong Market along the railroadtracks. Visit the Damnoen Saduak floating marketwhere hundreds of vendors sell fruits and vegeta-bles from their boats. Your afternoon is at leisure.(B)

Day 22: Bangkok - Extension Ends Board yourflight home and cross the International Dateline enroute. (B)

Please Note: This extension is hosted by a local representative whowill provide all included servicesAdditional air segment purchases required.

Three Kingdoms of Indochina (pg 18)BANGKOK$499*

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Day 2: Dubai - Extension Begins Arrive in

Dubai, one of the world’s most exciting destina-tions. Dubai is considered the shopping capital ofthe Middle East and a must-see destination for anytraveler.

Day 3: Dubai Enjoy magnificent views of theworld-famous Burj Al Arab Hotel. Continue to theJumeirah Mosque and the Palaces of the Sheikhs.Stop at Al Fahidi Fort which has been convertedinto the Dubai Museum. Visit Abra station whereyou will take an Abra water ferry. Navigate thebustling alleys towards the spice and gold soukmarkets. Your afternoon is at leisure. (B)

Day 4: Dubai After a morning is at leisure,embark on an exciting 4x4 desert safari through theDubai desert. Arrive at a desert campsite for amagical Arabian experience. Enjoy a lavish feast

and a belly dancing performance. You will also havethe opportunity to enjoy shisha water pipes or evena camel ride in the middle of the desert. (B, D)

Day 5: Dubai - Delhi You will board your flight toDelhi. (B)

Please Note: This extension is hosted by a local representative whowill provide all included services. The flight from Dubai to Delhi is not included in the land-only cost ofyour tour.A Passport is required at your own expense. There is no cost toobtain a UAE tourist visa valid for stays 30 days or fewer.Additional air segment purchases required.

Mysteries of India (pg 20)DUBAI$499*

3-night pre-tour extension4 Meals: 3 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner

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Extension Day 1: Hong Kong This afternoonyou arrive in Hong Kong. You will stay in Kowloon,

located in the heart of Hong Kong’s bustling shop-ping district. The remainder of your day is atleisure. Hong Kong is noted for fabulous savingson jewelry, silk and leather products.

Extension Day 2: Hong Kong - Hong KongIsland Cross the harbor and enjoy a comprehen-sive tour of Hong Kong Island. Visit Stanley Marketand stroll around its famous seaside village bazaar.Learn about the lifestyle of Hong Kong’s fishermenwith a visit to Aberdeen Fishing Village where youwill have the opportunity to take an optional tradi-tional sampan ride in the typhoon shelter. Your tourwill also take you past Repulse Bay Beach, animportant strategic location during World War IIand the longest beach on the island. Cap your tour

with a panoramic ride up Victoria Peak for spectac-ular views of the city and harbor below. Theremainder of your day is at leisure. (B)

Extension Day 3: Hong Kong - ExtensionEnds You will board your flight home. (B)

Please Note: This extension is hosted by a local representative who willprovide all included services **Pre-tour extensions begin with an overnight flight and ends by joiningthe base tour.Additional air segment purchases required.

Post: Beijing City Stay (pg 10), Best of China (pg 12); Cruising the Yangtze River (pg 14) Pre**: Flavors of Thailand (pg 16); Three Kingdoms of Indochina (pg 18)

HONG KONG$349-$449*

2-night pre/post-tour extension2 Meals: 2 Breakfasts TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL


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Day 1: Overnight Flight Explore Kenya’swildlife and stunning natural vistas •Numerous game drives bring you in search ofthe “Big 5” (lions, elephants, buffalo, leopardsand rhinos) on your safari adventure.

Day 2: Nairobi, Kenya - Tour BeginsFrom Europe, fly to Nairobi, Kenya • Arrivein Nairobi for your overnight stay.

Day 3: Nairobi - Samburu Reserve Set offfor Samburu Reserve, home to some of Africa’smost exotic wildlife – the “Big 5,” ReticulatedGiraffe andGrevy’s Zebra •Enjoy a gamedrive en route toyour riversidelodge • Thisevening, learnabout the cultureand traditions of the Samburu - an ethnicgroup related to the Masai - during an interac-tive discussion. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Samburu Reserve Bring your cam-era as you continue searching for the elusive“Big 5” on a journey through the ruggedSamburu region • The striking contrast ofsand, sky and bush will leave you breathless •Look for the spectacular local bird life; over365 species of birds are known to inhabitSamburu • Watch for the desert rose, splashingcolor against its natural surroundings. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Samburu - Nanyuki - FairmontMt. Kenya Safari Club Arrive at theFairmont Mt. Kenya Safari Club, a world-famous retreat in the shadow of Mt. Kenya •The resort shares its delightful history andbeautiful grounds with you; it was once theprivate hunting lodge and retreat of actorWilliam Holden. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Fairmont Mt. Kenya Safari ClubA full day at leisure gives you time to inde-pendently explore the Fairmont Mt. KenyaSafari Club • Stroll through 100 acres of land-scaped gardens; visit the animal orphanage; orunwind by the pool • Perhaps embark on anoptional excursion to the Sweetwater PrivateSanctuary. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Nanyuki - Lake Naivasha Thismorning, drive past the mountains viaNyahururu waterfalls • Arrive at the floor ofthe Great Rift Valley • Take an afternoon

nature walk forclose viewing ofseveral species ofbirds and indige-nous plants. (B, L, D)

Day 8: LakeNaivasha - Lake Nakuru - Lake NaivashaAfter a morning walk, savor a traditionalbreakfast in the bush • Later, visit LakeNakuru • Enjoy lunch before setting off on agame drive where you may see thousands offlamingos. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Lake Naivasha - Masai MaraGame Reserve This morning, travel to theMasai Mara Game Reserve • The Masai Mara– an extension of the great Serengeti Plain – isconsidered the most stunning game viewing

Lake Nakuru

The Plains of Africa

9 Game Drives take you in search

of the “Big 5” – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino!




January 10, 24 $5069February 7, 14, 21, 28 $5069March 7, 9 $5069April 4, 11, 18, 25 $4454



May 9, 23 $3769June 6, 13 $3919July 11, 25 $4869August 8, 15, 31 $4869September 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 $4869October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 $4869October 31 $4269November 2, 7, 9, 14 $4269November 28 $4869January 9, 23 $5019February 6, 8, 13, 15, 20 $5019March 6, 8, 13, 15, 20 $5019April 3, 10, 17, 24 $3919

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START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre or Post night stay in Nairobi; call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Add a 4-night post tour extension to Tanzania where you’llvisit the world-famous Serengeti National Park. You’ll alsoexperience Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro ConservationArea, viewing an abundance of spectacular beauty! (see page 33 for details)

Rates include park fees of $520 - $720 per person (depending on departure date and subject to change).

Soft duffel bag luggage is required with maximum weight of 15 kgs. (approximately 33 pounds).

Due to tour scheduling, return flights should not be scheduled prior to 9:00 PM.

Wheelchairs cannot be accommodated on this trip. Passengers who require assistance walking or whotravel with oxygen tanks will not fully enjoy this trip and we strongly recommend a different tour.

If you purchase the Tanzania extension, the visit to Tenderfeet will not be included.

The approximate cost of a Kenya visa, purchased at the border, is $50 USD and requires a blank page in your passport.

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travel journalspot in all of Kenya: lions, giraffes, zebras, ele-phants and other wildlife reside here • Your tentprovides all the deluxe amenities of a lodge, com-plete with the adventure of the wild • Visit aMasai village prior to your game drive • Thisevening, enjoy a traditional bush dinner featuringa Masai dance performance. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Masai Mara An optional hot air bal-loon ride over the plains is available this morning• Your full-day game drive includes a picniclunch • Return to your hotel in the Masai Marafor sunset. (B, L, D)

Day 11: Masai Mara - Nairobi After break-fast, return to Nairobi • Travel to Karen, on theoutskirts of Nairobi, and visit the farmhouse ofKaren Blixen, author of the book “Out of Africa”• Experience the local wildlife firsthand as youhave the opportunity to feed the endangeredRothschild giraffes from a raised platform at theGiraffe Sanctuary. (B, L)

Day 12: Nairobi - Amboseli National ParkThis morning depart Nairobi for AmboseliNational Park, famous for its open plains wherelions and elephants roam and the breathtakingsnow-capped Mt. Kilimanjaro dominates thelandscape • Enjoy an afternoon game drive. (B, L, D)

Day 13: Amboseli Further explore Amboseliwith two game drives – your final chance to seethe “Big 5.” (B, L, D)

Day 14: Amboseli - Nairobi - Tour EndsReturn to Nairobi • Visit the students atTenderfeet Education Center, supported by

the Collette Foundation • This schoolhelps orphans and high risk children inRiruta, a suburb of Nairobi • Your tour endsthis evening in Nairobi. (B)

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• Explore the Masai Mara, consideredto have the most magnificent gameviewing in all of Kenya.

• Spend two relaxing nights at the world-famous Fairmont Mount Kenya SafariClub – once actor William Holden’sprivate retreat.

• Your luxury tent in the Masai Marafeatures all of the amenities of a deluxehotel room.

• Enjoy a morning nature walk followed bybreakfast in the bush.



KENYA

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Rothschild Giraffe Sanctuary

Nairobi, 1 nightFairmont The Norfolk Hotel

Samburu National Reserve, 2 nightsSamburu Intrepids

Nanyuki, 2 nightsFairmont Mt. Kenya Safari Club

Naivasha, 2 nightsGreat Rift Valley Lodge

Masai Mara, 2 nightsMara Fig Tree Camp

Nairobi, 1 nightFairmont The Norfolk Hotel

Amboseli, 2 nightsKilima Safari LodgeOn some dates alternate hotels may be used.

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Day 2: Sandton, South Africa - TourBegins Your journey begins in Sandton, acity established in 1969 and now the bustlingcosmopolitan center of greater Johannesburg.

Day 3: Sandton - Soweto - SandtonToday your tour manager helps you discoverthe history of the languages you will experienceon your tour along with key words and phras-es. A guided tour of Soweto - South WestTownship - showcases luxurious mansions andinformal settlements as you learn about thehistoric signifi-cance of the area.Experience theregional lifestylewhen joininglocals for lunch ata nearby Shebeen or house tavern. This after-noon, visit the Apartheid Museum for a lookinto the dynamic history of racial segregationin South Africa. Gather this evening with yourfellow travelers for a welcome dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Panoramic Route - KrugerNational Park Travel through the spectacu-lar Drakensburg Mountain Range en route toKruger National Park, the largest game reservein South Africa. Scenic wonders surround youas you pass through the Blyde River Canyon,made mostly of red sandstone and known asone of Africa’s greatest natural wonders. Setagainst the triplet mountain formation of theThree Rondovals, resembling traditionalround houses of the indigenous people, thecanyon is the third largest in the world. Alongthis magnificent route you will also seeBourke’s Luck Potholes, the dramatic naturalcylinders shaped by millions of years of natu-ral erosion caused by fast flowing sand-filledwaters. This evening, enjoy a traditionalBOMA dinner under the stars where you maysample some local game meat! (B, D)

Day 5: Kruger National Park - SafariGame Drive Have your cameras ready for anunforgettable day of adventure and excite-ment! Enjoy a full day open air vehicle safarigame drive. A local expert leads you in searchof the Big 5 - elephant, buffalo, lion, leopardand rhino - and provides insight into these fas-cinating animals along the way. Relax with apicnic lunch surrounded by the natural beautyof Kruger National Park. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Kruger National Park -Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth Travel

back toJohannesburg toboard your flightto Port Elizabeth.(B)

Day 7: PortElizabeth - Knysna Journey through theTsitsikamma Forest, a natural gem along theGarden Route. Known for its gorges and steepcliffs, this forest is home to hundreds ofspecies of birdlife. Arrive in the picturesqueresort town of Knysna, in the heart of theGarden Route. This afternoon, your townshiptour will highlight the diversity of this com-munity followed by a touching experience asyou visit a school. Learn about the efforts of

the Collette Foundation and the local community to conquer the challenges ofeducating the children of the region. Enjoya relaxing dinner at one of Knysna’s waterfrontrestaurants. (B, D)

Day 8: Knysna Today you visit nearbyFeatherbed Nature Reserve. Begin with alagoon cruise out to the famous KnysnaHeads. Next, board a 4x4 vehicle and traveldeep into the forest. Discover the local floraand fauna during a leisurely-paced naturewalk. Enjoy lunch amongst the ancient milk-wood trees before your return cruise. Theremainder of the day is at leisure. (B, L)

Spectacular South AfricaCulture & Nature in Harmony

Search for the Big 5 during yourincluded full day open air game drive!

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January 3, 10, 17 $2999February 7, 14, 21, 28 $2999March 4, 7, 11, 14, 28 $2999April 4, 8, 11, 18, 25 $2999



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For passengers transiting via Europe, an additional overnight flight will be required. Day rooms or overnightstays can be arranged for a cost upon request.

Our air passengers will arrive on Day 2 at Johannesburg airport. All transfers on Day 2 will be fromJohannesburg airport to Sandton.

Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recom-mended to participate on this tour. Contact your local travel clinic/ doctor for specific details. Malaria pills are recommended when visiting Kruger NationalPark. Consult your physician 2-3 weeks prior to departure.

Passports must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended period of stay and must have at least 2 blank pages remaining in your passport to allowthe entry visa to be issued for South Africa. These pages are in addition to the endorsement/amendment pages at the back of the passport.

START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in Sandton, Post night stay in Cape Town; call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Discover one of the Seven Wonders of the World with this 3-nightpost tour extension to Victoria Falls. Enjoy a leisurely cruise on theZambezi River and witness a majestic African sunset; interact withelephants on an African safari. (see page 33 for details)

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travel journalDay 9: Knysna - Oudtshoorn - StellenboschTravel to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of SouthAfrica. Enjoy a guided tour of one of the oldestworking ostrich farms in the area and, if youwish, go for a ride on one of these great birds! Anoutdoor barbecue lunch adds to an amazing day.Next, journey to your hotel located in the heart ofthe beautiful winelands region. (B, L)

Day 10: Stellenbosch This morning, set outon a walking tour of Stellenbosch. After a leisure-ly afternoon, enjoy a wine pairing dinner thisevening. (B, D)

Day 11: Stellenbosch - Cape Town Thismorning, travel to Cape Town to enjoy apanoramic city tour. Enjoy a thrilling ride on acable car as it whisks you to an altitude of morethan 3,000 feet, landing atop the aptly named,

and flat-topped, Table Mountain. The views ofCape Town, Robben Island and Lion’s Headwill leave you breathless. Return to the city viaTable Bay, passing through the Malay Quarterwith its mosques and minarets. Make a specialstop at the Milnerton Lighthouse. The remain-der of the day is at leisure. (B)

Day 12: Cape Town Travel out to CapePoint, stopping for a visit with the penguins atBoulder Beach. On your return, explore the fascinating and famous Kirstenbosch BotanicalGardens. This evening, experience a uniquefarewell to Africa as you enjoy an after-hoursguided tour of the fascinating African GoldMuseum, followed by a traditional African dining experience! (B, D)

Day 13: Cape Town - Tour Ends (B)

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• Sample local game meat during yourBOMA dinner under the stars!

• Cruise over the Knysna lagoon and outto the world-famous “Knysna Heads,”where the lagoon meets the sea.

• Learn about the local flora and faunawith your naturalist guide during a 4x4ride through the forest followed by anature walk through the famousFeatherbed Nature Reserve.

• Take a revolving cable car ride to thetop of famous Table Mountain forstunning 360° degree views of the city below.

• Journey to the breathtaking CapeWinelands to discover the picturesquevineyards, majestic mountains andvibrant tastes of the region.



CLASSIC TOURING

SOUTH AFRICA

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Knysna Lagoon, along the Garden Route.

Sandton, 2 nightsDa Vinci Hotel and Suites

Kruger Gate, 2 nightsProtea Kruger Gate

Port Elizabeth, 1 nightProtea Marine Hotel

Knysna, 2 nightsLog Inn

Stellenbosch, 2 nightsSpier Hotel

Cape Town, 2 nightsThe Commodore Hotel


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Day 1: Overnight Flight Epic scenery,winding coastlines, remarkable cultural diversi-ty and abundant wildlife come together in anincredible experience.

Day 2: Cape Town, South Africa- TourBegins Welcome to the beautiful harborsidecity of Cape Town • Architecture which fusesFrench, German and Dutch traditions sets thestage for a thrilling cultural journey.

Day 3: Cape Town Step aboard a cable carthat whisks you to an altitude of more than3,000 feet • Land atop Table Mountain • Gazeout at Cape Town,Robben Island andLion’s Head •Return to the cityvia Table Bay, pass-ing through theMoorish MalayQuarter on apanoramic tour • Pause along the way atMilnerton Lighthouse • Spend the remainderof your afternoon at leisure • Discover charm-ing Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, known forits shopping and entertainment venues • Besure to stop by the local craft market for somehidden gems • This evening, savor a trueAfrican dining experience • Explore the tradi-tional art of African drumming before yousample sixteen local delicacies. (B, D)

Day 4: Cape Town Marvel at the coastalscenery and pleasant towns that populate theCape Peninsula • Travel out to Cape Point onthe southwestern tip of Africa • Listen to thetales behind the numerous ship wrecks whichattest to the treacherous nature of these waters• Come to know the Cape of Good Hope andtake a tram to the top of the mountain • Enjoya leisurely hike down • Next you are off toBoulder Beach to see the penguins who call ithome • Later this evening, make some newSouth African friends during a home-hosted

dinner • Sit down with a local family and learnabout their daily life • Perhaps you’ll share sto-ries from your own experiences. (B, D)

Day 5: Cape Town - Hermanus Travelalong the coast to the charming seaside villageof Hermanus • Enjoy a winery tour beforeyour lunch and wine pairing • Relax withsome leisure time at the hotel where you maychoose to enjoy a spa treatment or simply kickback at the pool. (B, L)

Day 6: Hermanus Region Spend a free dayexploring Hermanus • Perhaps you’ll choose to

test your mettle and optfor a thrilling great whiteshark experience. (B)

Day 7: Hermanus -Entabeni ConservancyFly to the city ofJohannesburg • Upon

arrival head to the Entabeni Conservancy •Gather for an evening game drive • Have yourcameras ready as you search for the Big Five(lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, leopardand rhino) • As the sun sets enjoy a traditionalAfrican sun downer • Get out of your 4x4 fora cocktail as the sun drops behind the moun-tains • Sample a local favorite – Wild GameBiltong – before continuing on • Keep youreyes peeled for the great cats preparing to hunt• Return to the lodge for dinner under thestars. (B, D)

Day 8: Entabeni Conservancy Rise beforethe sun and set out on a game drive • Enjoycoffee and tea in the bush before returning tothe lodge for breakfast • Later, learn to followthe clues left by wildlife during a track identi-fication walk with a ranger • After you haveworked up an appetite, take time for a leisure-ly lunch in the gardens • Following dinner,continue your quest for the Big Five duringanother exciting game drive. (B, L, D)

Exploring South Africa,Victoria Falls & Botswana

Enjoy 7 game drives – including a national park and a private game reserve.

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May 15 $4159June 12 $4159September 4, 11 $4209October 2, 16, 23 $4259November 6 $4259November 20 $4159January 15 $4059February 5, 19 $4059March 5, 19 $4059April 2, 9, 23 $3959

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travel journalDay 9: Entabeni Conservancy -Johannesburg Carry on your quest for the BigFive before breakfast • Later, travel to the vibrantcity of Johannesburg • Along the way, your tourmanager helps you discover the history of thelocal languages • A guided tour of Soweto -South West Township - showcases luxuriousmansions and informal settlements. (B)

Day 10: Johannesburg - Victoria Falls,Zimbabwe Fly to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe •Visit a local village to learn more about theregional culture • Embark upon a walking tour ofstunning Victoria Falls • Tonight, be greeted inShona and Ndebele, the local languages, as youenjoy a BOMA dinner • Partake in a hand wash-ing ceremony, followed by a sampling of tradi-tional beer and snacks, as a prelude to dinner •Delight in a wide selection that includes gamemeat such as kudu, crocodile, ostrich and warthog • Try a few Zimbabwean dishes • Traditionaldancers, the Sangoma (story teller) and a localwitch doctor complete the experience. (B, D)

Day 11: Victoria Falls Early this morningdepart on an elephant back safari and a chanceto meet African elephants up close • Interactwith this gorgeous animal • Visit a local craftmarket • Enjoy some free time at the lodge andreflect on your surroundings as you relax whileoverlooking the wildlife watering hole. (B)

Day 12: Victoria Falls - Chobe, BotswanaWatch for bushbuck as well as bird life during anature walk with a local guide • Travel toChobe, Botswana for an exciting safari cruise •Spot wildlife along the water’s edge • Find hip-pos and crocodiles along the shores. (B, L, D)

Day 13: Chobe Today features morning andafternoon game drives in the one-of-a-kindChobe National Park • View the animals as theydrink from the river • This evening enjoy a private farewell barbecue by the pool, samplingsome game meat and local fish. (B, L, D)

Day 14: Chobe - Johannesburg - Tour EndsFly to Johannesburg where your tour ends. (B)

Rates include $60 USD per person park fees (subject to change).

The internal flights on this program are not included in the land price. All air including internal flights canbe purchased through us.

Due to tour scheduling, return flights from Johannesburg should not be scheduled prior to 7:00 PM.

Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recom-mended. Contact your local travel clinic or personal physician for specific details. Malaria pills are recom-mended when visiting Zimbabwe and Botswana. Consult your physician 2-3 weeks prior to departure.

A valid multiple entry Visa is required for Zimbabwe. Multiple entry visa cost is approx. $45 USD for US citizens. Canadian citizens are required to pur-chase two single entry visas at a cost of $75 USD for each visa (total of $150 USD). The Visa may be purchased upon arrival.

Passports must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the intended period of stay, and must have at least 3 blank pages remaining to allow the entry visa tobe issued for South Africa as well as a visa for Zimbabwe.

Wheelchairs cannot be accommodated on this trip. In addition, passengers who require assistance walking or who travel with oxygen tanks will not fullyenjoy this trip.

TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL



START YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in Cape Town; call for details.



• Experience “off roading” in Entabeni’sPrivate Game Reserve – keep an eye outfor the Big Five as you drive throughthe tall grass!

• Head out on an elephant back safariwhere you’ll have a chance to meetAfrican elephants up close.

• Continue your quest to find the big fiveduring two game drives in ChobeNational Park.

• Tour a local winery, followed by anelegant wine pairing lunch.



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Chobe safari cruise

Cape Town, 3 nightsThe Commodore Hotel

Hermanus, 2 nightsArabella Hotel and Spa

Entabeni, 2 nightsHanglip Mountain Lodge

Sandton, 1 nightDa Vinci Hotel and Suites

Victoria Falls, 2 nightsVictoria Falls Safari Lodge

Kasane, 2 nightsChobe Marina Lodge


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Day 1: Overnight Flight Journey with us on an inspirational trip to the Holy Land andvisit some of the most ancient sites in theworld.

Day 2: Tel Aviv, Israel - Tour Begins Your tour begins in Tel Aviv. Tonight, joinyour fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. (D)

Day 3: Tel Aviv - Jaffa - Caesarea - Haifa- Acre - Tiberias Begin the day with a strollthrough the ancient port city of Jaffa.Continue along the Mediterranean coast tothe ruins ofthe ancientRomancapital ofCaesarea,built byHerod theGreat in 22B.C. Visitthe Roman Theatre, Aqueduct and Fortress.Travel the Valley of Armageddon to the exca-vation site of Tel Megiddo. Next, enjoy apanoramic view of Haifa and the Baha’i Shrineand Gardens on Mount Carmel (UNESCOWorld Heritage site). Then, visit the ancientCrusader city of Acre, a UNESCO WorldHeritage site. Your day comes to an end inTiberias. (B, D)

Day 4: Tiberias - Cana - Nazareth -Tabgha - Capernaum - Sea of GalileeThis morning you’ll visit Cana, considered tobe the site of the First Miracle, where Jesusturned water into wine. Next, travel toNazareth to visit the Church of theAnnunciation and Mary’s Well. Afterwards,visit the Mt. of Beatitudes, site of the Sermonon the Mount, and Tabgha, site of the Miracleof the Loaves and Fishes. Your visit toCapernaum is followed by an enjoyable boatride on the Sea of Galilee. Enjoy lunch at acommunal settlement, known as a Kibbutz,

where you may interact with some of its resi-dents. Later, cross the River Jordan to visit the Golan Heights and the HashalomObservatory. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Tiberias - Beit Shean - Jericho -Qumran - Dead Sea This morning you visitBeit Shean to see the ancient theatre.Continue along the Jordan River Valley toJericho which, at over 2,000 years old, is con-sidered to be the oldest city on earth. Later,drive to Qumran where the ancient Dead SeaScrolls were discovered. Afterwards, proceed to

the lowestplace onearth, theDead Sea.The remain-der of the dayis at leisure.(B, D)

Day 6: DeadSea - Masada - Bethlehem - JerusalemToday’s route leads to another UNESCOWorld Heritage site, the former palatialfortress of Masada. Ascending the ancientwalls of Masada by cable car, a visit to Herod'sPalaces, the Roman Camp and the Synagogueawait. A stop in the biblical city of Bethlehem,spread along the Judean Hills, allows for a visitto the Church of the Nativity, the birthplaceof Jesus and the first church ever built.Tonight you arrive in one of the holiest citiesin the world, Jerusalem. (B, D)

Day 7: Jerusalem Drive to Mount ofOlives for a panoramic view of the city ofJerusalem and the surrounding area. Proceedto the Church of Ascension and the Garden ofGethsemane to view the Kidron Valley and thetombs of Mary, Absalom, Zachariah andJames. Visit St. Peter in Galicantu and Mt.Zion where you will see the room of The LastSupper and the tomb of King David. Visit the

Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land

Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritagesites: Acre, Masada, Old City of Jerusalemand Baha’i Shrine & Gardens.

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February 13, 20 $1799February 27 $1899March 6, 10 $1899March 13 $1999March 20 $2249March 27 $2499April 3, 10, 17, 24 $1999Itinerary featured is for May 2013 - April 2014tour departures. Departures prior to this date willvary. Please confirm at time of reservation.May 2013 - April 2014 DOUBLEMay 15, 22 $2249June 5 $2249July 10 $2249September 11 $2249September 18, 25 $2549October 9, 16, 23, 30 $2249November 6 $2249December 4, 18 $2199February 12, 19, 26 $2199March 5, 12, 19, 26 $2249April 2 $2249April 9, 16 $2549April 23 $2249



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Garden Tomb followed by the Shrine of theBook at the Israel Museum to view the display ofthe Dead Sea Scrolls. (B)

Day 8: Old City, Jerusalem A magnificenttour of the Holy City of Jerusalem begins with adrive to the old walled city. While walkingthrough the four quarters that make up the OldCity (UNESCO World Heritage site), you willvisit the Western (Wailing) Wall, the Templearea, the Dome of the Rock (outside view only),

the Pool of Bethesda and the Church of St.Anne. Next, walk the path of the Stations of theCross as you traverse the Via Dolorosa, begin-ning at Pilate’s Judgment Hall and ending at theChurch of the Holy Sepulchre. (B)

Day 9: Jerusalem Your day is at leisure. Thisevening, join your fellow travelers for dinner.(B, D)

Day 10: Jerusalem - Tour Ends (B)

Due to flight schedules, you may require a very early morning departure from the hotel on the last day(Day 10). Travel distance from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion airport is approximately 1 hour and 15minutes. It is recommended that you arrive at Ben Gurion airport approximately 3 hours prior to departure.

Proper dress is required when visiting religious sites, sanctuaries, basilicas, etc.

Air passengers will depart from the Tel Aviv airport and all transfers will depart from Jerusalem for the TelAviv airport.

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EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Continue your journey with an extension to Jordan.Experience Petra, one of the new Wonders of the World,visit ancient trade routes and view historic architectureand spectacular mosaic displays. (see page 32 for details)


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• Relax with a 2 night stay in Tiberiasand 4 nights in the holy city ofJerusalem.

• Journey to Bethlehem and be inspiredby a visit to the Church of the Nativitywhere you will view the birthplace ofJesus.

• Follow the Via Dolorosa and walk thepath of the Stations of the Cross.

• Spend 1 night in the Dead Sea and takeadvantage of the therapeutic, healingminerals and waters.



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Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem

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Tiberias, 2 nightsLeonardo Plaza Hotel or Caesar Premier Hotel

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Jerusalem's Old City: A Confluence of Faiths Enter its sacred gates and meander its labyrinth ofwinding cobblestone streets densely packed in an area covering less than one square mile. In spite of itsdiminutive size, the walled Old City is of great symbolic importance for Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Yourjourney includes venerable locations which have existed for thirty centuries. Walk along the Via Dolorosa orWay of Sorrows to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion, burial and resur-rection. Observe the solemnity of the Western Wall, the only surviving remnant of Judaism’s most sacredshrine, the Temple Mount; and gaze in awe at one of the world’s great architectural masterpieces, theDome of the Rock. To the Muslims it is where the Prophet Muhammad ascended to heaven.

Day 10: Jerusalem - Jordan Valley BorderCrossing - Petra, Jordan This morning you travelto the Jordan Valley, crossing the border intoJordan. Travel the Desert Highway to the ancientcity of Petra.

Day 11: Petra - Wadi Rum Enjoy a morningtour of the remarkable stone-carved city of Petra,a UNESCO World Heritagesite, and one of the newWonders of the World. Atreasure of the ancientworld, Petra was “hid-den” behind ruggedmountains prior to its dis-covery in 1812 afterbeing lost for over 300years. Explore this breath-taking city, carved fromsandstone by theNabataeans, with anexpert guide and learnabout the importance ofPetra to the ancient traderoutes, the history of itsprominence and decline,its rediscovery, and efforts at preservation. Thisafternoon, depart for the immense desert of

Wadi Rum, stunning in its natural beauty andhome of the famous film Lawrence of Arabia.Experience desert life and learn about the fasci-nating history of the Bedouin people who havelived for generations in the Wadi Rum’s stark,fragile and unspoiled desert. This evening, experi-ence the flavors of the region with a delightfuldinner at a popular local restaurant. (B, D)

Day 12: Petra -Madaba - Mt. Nebo -Amman Travel alongthe Kings Highway, anancient route from bibli-cal times, to the city ofMadaba, the “City ofMosaics.” Visit thechurch of St. George tosee the famous 6th cen-tury Byzantine mosaicmap of the region, one ofthe oldest in existence,and the museum wheremany other spectacularmosaic examples are ondisplay. Visit a local

mosaic school to learn the history of this ancientart and how to create your very own mosaic

piece. You will also visit Mt. Nebo, where Mosessaw the Promised Land – present day Israel –and is believed to be laid to rest. Later, arrive inAmman, known as the “White City” because ofwhite limestone used to construct the majority ofthe buildings. (B, D)

Day 13: Amman - Jerash - Jordan ValleyBorder Crossing - Tel Aviv, Israel Travel thequiet valley among the mountains of Gilead tothe city of Jerash – the “Pompeii of the East.”Step back in time as you tour the ruins with alocal guide. Walk through columned streets, hill-top temples, public squares, and plazas.Archeologists uncovered evidence inside the citywalls indicating Amman was occupied as farback as the Neolithic age over 6,500 years ago.Later, travel to the Jordan Valley Border Crossing,returning to Israel. Continue to Tel Aviv for yourovernight stay. (B, D)

Day 14: Tel Aviv - Tour Ends (B)

Please Note: When using the shuttle buses at the border cross-ings, a $2 USD fee per person, paid in local currency, is collectedon the bus by each driver. Israel exit fee is approximately $34 USD per person, paid in localcurrency when crossing the border into Jordan. A Jordanian visa isrequired and can be purchased at the Sheik Hussein (JordanValley) border crossing; approximate cost $20 USD, paid in localcurrency (Jordanian dinar). Money can be exchanged at the bordercrossing. When returning to Israel, the Jordan exit fee is approxi-mately $12 USD per person, paid in local currency, subject tochange without advance notice.A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this extension to operate.This extension is hosted by local representatives who will provide all included services.Additional air segment purchases required.

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Day 14: Amboseli - Arusha - Lake ManyaraDepart Amboseli for the border town of Arusha.After clearing border crossing formalities, continueto Lake Manyara. (L, D)

Day 15: Lake Manyara - Serengeti NationalPark After an early breakfast, enjoy a game drivein Lake Manyara National Park. After lunch, contin-ue to Serengeti National Park, undoubtedly themost famous wildlife sanctuary in the world andknown to have the greatest concentration of plains

game anywhere. (B, L, D)

Day 16: Serengeti National Park Today you willenjoy a full day game drive in the park. “Serengeti”comes from the Masai language meaning “extend-ed place” and is the most complex and least dis-turbed ecosystems on earth! (B, L, D)

Day 17: Serengeti National Park - NgorongoroConservation Area After breakfast, begin yoursafari in the Ngorongoro Crater, the largest intact

caldera in the world. Its enduring charm stemsfrom its overwhelming beauty and the abundanceof wildlife permanently residing on the crater floor.Enjoy a picnic lunch as you continue your journey toNgorongoro Conservation Area. (B, L, D)

Day 18: Ngorongoro - Arusha – Nairobi - TourEnds This morning drive to the Arusha airport for ashort flight to Nairobi. (B)

Please Note: This extension is hosted by a local representative whowill provide all included services. Extensions not purchased at timeof deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at timeof request. Collette Foundation site visit from base tour will not beincluded if you purchase this extension.A minimum of 4 passengers is required for this extension to operate.Breakfast is included in Amboseli before traveling to Arusha.Park Fees (approximately $235 USD) are not included in the landprice of your extension. Fees are subject to change and are payableat time of final payment.The internal flight is not included in the land cost of your tour. Thisflight must be purchased from Explorations. The approximate cost of a Tanzania visa, purchased at the border, is$100 USD for Americans and $50 USD for Canadian citizens; thisrequires a blank page in your passport. Additional air segment purchases required.

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Day 13: Cape Town - Johannesburg - Zimbabwe Fly this morning to one of the world’snatural wonders, Victoria Falls, and transfer to theVictoria Falls Hotel, known as the “grand old lady ofthe falls.” Upon arrival you’ll enjoy a tour of this his-toric hotel. Tonight, enjoy a leisurely cruise on theZambezi River, taking in the majestic African sunset.

Day 14: Victoria Falls Early this morning you willenjoy an elephant back safari and a chance to meet

African elephants up close. After breakfast, youhave an opportunity to interact with the residentsof a local village. Following lunch with a local fami-ly, take a walking tour of Victoria Falls, truly one ofthe “Seven Wonders of the World.” Shop at a localcurio market before returning to your hotel. (B, L)

Day 15: Victoria Falls Enjoy the day at leisure orchoose an optional full day excursion to ChobeNational Park in Botswana, home to an abundance

of wildlife and game. (B, D)

Day 16: Victoria Falls - Johannesburg - TourEnds Later this afternoon, board your internationalflight home. (B)

Please Note: A minimum of 4 passengers is required for this exten-sion to operate.Malaria pills are recommended when visiting Zimbabwe andBotswana. Consult your physician 2-3 weeks prior to departure.The Chobe day tour must be purchased a minimum of 7 days priorto arrival in Zimbabwe to ensure availability.This extension is fully escorted by a local representative who provides all included services.Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request.A valid Visa is required for Zimbabwe at an approximate cost of $30USD for US citizens. A multiple entry visa is required for Zimbabweif you wish to purchase the optional Chobe day tour. Multiple entryvisa cost is approximately $45 USD for US citizens. Canadian citi-zens are required to purchase two single entry visas; each entry isat a cost of approximately $75 USD each (totaling $150 USD).Passports must have a blank page for the Visa to be placed. TheVisa may be purchased upon arrival.Additional air segment purchases required.

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Day 1: San Jose, Costa Rica - Tour BeginsLush forests and stunning waterfalls…exoticwildlife and endless coastlines…Costa Rica istruly a slice of paradise. Your tour begins inthe colorful capital city of San Jose. Uponarrival, relax and soak up the sights of yournew surroundings.

Day 2: San Jose - Doka Coffee Estate -Tamarindo Beach (Guanacaste) Travelthrough the verdant countryside of theCentral Valley to the fertile region world-renowned for coffee. A tour of the Doka CoffeeEstate highlightsthe history andcultivation of coffee and itsimportance to the Costa Ricaneconomy. Thisafternoon, arrive in the Guanacaste region,known for its breathtaking beauty and finesandy beaches. Here, rest and relaxation gohand-in-hand with mesmerizing ocean viewsand lush tropical greenery. Settle in for a relaxing two night stay. (B, D)

Day 3: Tamarindo Beach Fun in the sun is in store for you as you enjoy this tropicalparadise. Explore the nearby town and beaches,take an optional cruise or simply relax by thepool or beach and take advantage of theamenities offered at your lovely resort. (B)

Day 4: Tamarindo Beach - MonteverdeYou won’t believe your eyes as you travel intothe Monteverde Cloud Forest, where trees growto heights of 100 feet! In this spectacularecosystem, you will encounter many incrediblespecies of flora and fauna. Upon arrival inMonteverde, a nature walk allows you to discover the natural beauty of the cloud forestfirst hand. This forest is the home of the world’slargest population of the endangered quetzal,celebrated for its gorgeous jewel-toned plumage.

Keep your eyes peeled and you may be luckyenough to spot this elusive bird! (B, D)

Day 5: Monteverde Begin your day atSelvatura Park, a cloud forest reserve in theheart of Monteverde. Venture into a differentworld, exploring one of the world’s largest butterfly gardens with more than 30 species of tropical butterflies. Next, in a nearby gallerycontaining more than 100 beautiful hum-mingbirds, you will be dazzled by the 14 different species. Enjoy a guided, leisurely-paced “Hanging Bridges” walking tour and

learn about thecloud forest’sunique ecosys-tem, its mam-mals, birds,plants and flora.This evening,

enjoy an informative lecture on the migratorybirds that flock to Costa Rica every year. (B, D)

Day 6: Monteverde - Lake Arenal Cruise- Arenal Begin the day with a visit to a treenursery and learn about Monteverde’s

Monteverde Cloud Forest

Tropical costa rica

Rest and relaxation go hand-in-hand with mesmerizing ocean viewsand lush tropical greenery.

CLASSIC TOURING

9 DAYS • 14 MEALS



January 12, 19, 21, 26 $1399February 2, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 $1399March 2, 9, 11, 16 $1399April 6, 13, 20 $1349



May 18, 25 $1299June 8, 22 $1299July 13, 20 $1299August 3 $1299September 28 $1349October 12, 19, 26 $1349November 2, 9, 16 $1349December 7, 14 $1349January 4, 11, 18, 25 $1399February 1, 8, 15, 22 $1399March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 $1399April 5, 26 $1349

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Day 7: Arenal - Cano Negro - Arenal Of allCosta Rica’s nature preserves, the remote 20,000acres of Cano Negro are home to the largestviewable selection of indigenous wildlife. Embarkon a Cano Negro guided river boat trip in a panga(covered canoe), making frequent stops to watchand photograph the wildlife around you whichmay include crocodiles, river otters, sloths, riverturtles, exotic birds and rare butterflies, all known

to live in the area. The Arenal Volcano area isalso known as the land of spas and hot springs.Later in the day you will have an opportunity toattain a state of complete relaxation with anoptional visit to one of the finest spas in theregion. (B, D)

Day 8: Arenal - Zarcero - Grecia -National Theatre - San Jose Travel to thecharming town of Zarcero to visit its well-knownwhimsical topiary garden. Continue to thesmall, picturesque town of Grecia to see theunusual metal church constructed of brick-redmetal panes, walk the beautifully landscapedcentral park, or shop at the traditional localmarket. Later, visit San Jose’s colorful Plaza deCultura and the National Theatre, a magnificentbuilding of post-Baroque splendor. This evening,enjoy a wonderful farewell dinner. (B, D)

Day 9: San Jose - Tour Ends Today youdepart for home with fabulous memories ofyour adventure in Costa Rica. (B)


Taxes/fees to be paid in local currency or USD upon exiting the country are approximately $32 USD.TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL


• Enjoy an exciting and informative hangingbridges tour above the tree top canopyof the Monteverde Cloud Forest,where trees can grow to 100 feet!

• Enjoy a two night stay at a typicallodge, with breathtaking views of themajestic Arenal Volcano.

• Visit the unique and whimsical topiarygarden of Zarcero.

• Embark on a guided river boat trip in apanga (covered canoe), making frequentstops to watch and photograph thewildlife of Cano Negro.



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Arenal Volcano

San Jose, 1 nightHotel Doubletree Cariari by Hilton

Tamarindo Beach (Guanacaste), 2 nightsTamarindo Diria Beach Resort

Monteverde Cloud Forest, 2 nightsEl Establo Hotel

Arenal, 2 nightsArenal Springs Resort, Casa Luna Lodge,or Mountain Paradise Hotel

San Jose, 1 nightHotel Doubletree Cariari by Hilton


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START YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in San Jose; call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Embark upon an exciting soft-adventure to Tortuguero, theAmazon of Costa Rica. Surround yourself in the tropicalrainforest and relax at your eco-lodge when you enjoy this3-Night Jungle Adventure. (see page 77 for details)


Day 1: San Jose, Costa Rica - TourBegins Journey to Costa Rica and discoverthe outstanding variety of flora and fauna ofTortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui Rain Forestand Manuel Antonio National Park • Embarkon many exclusive excursions • Take time forindependent personal discovery.

Day 2: San Jose - Tortuguero NationalPark Begin the day traveling through theBraulio Carrillo National Park to the Caribbeanlow lands • En route, experience mountainscenery, changes in eco-systems, and Caribbean-style villages • Later, your guide explains therain forest eco-system as youcruise the riversand canals ofTortugueroNational Park •Stay for two nights at your eco-lodge sur-rounded by the beauty of a tropical forest andwildlife • Learn more about your surroundingswith a visit to the world’s first Green TurtleResearch Station • Discover how to protect theturtle’s nesting habitat and eggs • Join yourfellow travelers this evening for a welcomereception followed by dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Tortuguero National Park Set outon an early morning bird watching excursionthat explores the variety of local species andmigratory birds that flock to this area • On aboat cruise, keep an eye out for wildlife thatincludes howler monkeys, sloths, toucans andcaimans, as well as exotic flora • TortugueroNational Park, a study in rain forest, freshwater,and marine biology, protects over 350 speciesof birds and mammals • Seek out green macaws;57 species of amphibians; 111 species of reptiles;and 60 mammal species, including 13 of CostaRica’s endangered animals, including jaguars,tapirs, ocelots, cougars, river otters and mana-tees. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Tortuguero National Park -Sarapiqui Embark on a leisurely boat ride tothe mainland as you travel to the fascinatingSarapiqui region • Visit an organic pineappleplantation and learn about the various types ofthis exotic fruit and why Costa Rican pineapplesare among the world’s best • Join a local expertat La Tirimbina Biological Reserve for a fasci-nating presentation on bats, explaining thebiological importance of these flying mammals.(B, L, D)

Day 5: Sarapiqui See firsthand the processof producing chocolate from the cacao bean •

Learn the historyand continuingimportance ofcacao to CentralAmerica’s econo-my • Add some

zest to your life with an exhilarating SarapiquiRiver rafting adventure • Before tonight’s din-ner, a Costa Rican chef offers a cookingdemonstration including the palmito (Heartsof Palm) picadillo, tortillas, plantains andrefried beans. (B, D)

Day 6: Sarapiqui - Arenal Begin the daywith an early morning bird watching touralong the natural forest trails and nearby stream• Visit a local school and learn about CostaRica’s educational system and the children’sway of life in a small farming community •

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Day 7: Arenal Share in the experience of a real“Costarican lechero” (Costa Rican milkman) •Learn about local fruits and organic farming dur-ing a tour of the family-owned Finca Don Carloswith fields of orchards, grasslands, medicinalplants, rivers and a private forest reserve • Followa cheese-making demonstration with a traditionalfarm-style lunch • Spend the afternoon at leisureand enjoy the lodge’s amenities, relax in a hot spring,explore nature trails or go horseback riding. (B, L)

Day 8: Arenal Horseback Ride, ArenalCanopy Zip - Line or Hot Springs Today youget to choose from 3 amazing experiences!Explore Arenal Volcano Rain Forest by horseback,see it from above on a zip-line, or soak in thesoothing waters of one of the region’s famous hotsprings • You may explore the Arenal VolcanoRain Forest on horseback, crossing rivers and following the trails, enjoying views of the SanCarlos plains and the amazing lava paths of themajestic Arenal Volcano • Or, choose to go toArenal Volcano Rain Forest for an amazing zip-linecanopy tour • Gain a bird’s-eye-view of the endlessprimary forest, Lake Arenal and the majesticArenal Volcano • Or, soak away your worries inthe luxurious soothing waters of one of the region’sfamous hot springs. (B, D)

Day 9: Arenal - Tarcoles Travel the beautifulcheckered landscape surrounding Lake Arenalwhile en route to the Pacific coast • After arrivingat your destination, the remainder of your dayis at leisure • Explore the natural surroundingsand exotic wildlife. (B, D)

Day 10: Tarcoles - Manuel AntonioNational Park - Tarcoles Explore spectacularManuel Antonio National Park, known for itspristine beaches and primary forest • Spend themorning leisurely walking the forest trails in searchof native inhabitants like the three-toed sloth,agoutis, squirrel monkeys and iguanas • Take aswim in the inviting blue waters of its beaches •Relax for the rest of the day by the pool and absorbthe natural beauty of your surroundings • Thisevening, enjoy dinner by the beach, overlookingthe Pacific Ocean (weather permitting). (B, D)

Day 11: Tarcoles - Sarchi - San Jose Afterbreakfast, travel to Sarchi, an important craftscenter • Learn about the traditional crafts of thisregion and witness local artisans as they producecolorful oxcarts • Tour the Espiritu Santo CoffeePlantation which highlights the history and cul-tivation of coffee and its importance to the CostaRican economy • Journey back to San Jose foryour farewell dinner and overnight stay. (B, D)

Day 12: San Jose - Tour Ends (B)


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• Partake in a cheese-makingdemonstration on a family-ownedfarm, followed by lunch.

• It’s your choice: a horseback ride toArenal; an exciting zip line adventurecriss-crossing the Arenal Volcano RainForest; or a visit to one of the region’sfamous hot springs!

• Spend two nights in TortugueroNational Park at an eco-lodgesurrounded by tropical rainforests andexotic wildlife.

• Explore incredible Manuel AntonioNational Park with its pristine whitesand beaches, emerald water and forest.



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Red-eyed tree frog

San Jose, 1 nightHerradura Hotel

Tortuguero, 2 nightsEvergreen Lodge orPachira Lodge

Sarapiqui, 2 nightsLa Quinta Country Inn

Arenal, 3 nightsCasa Luna Hotel & Spa orMountain Paradise Hotel

Tarcoles, 2 nightsHotel Punta Leona

San Jose, 1 nightHerradura Hotel


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START YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in San Jose; call for details..


Day 1: San Jose, Costa Rica - TourBegins Welcome to Costa Rica for a familyadventure in paradise! Upon arrival, your dayis free to take a dip in the hotel’s pool or setoff to explore San Jose on your own. Visit abutterfly farm, an art museum, or simplyenjoy a meal together at a local restaurant.

Day 2: San Jose - Tortuguero NationalPark Meet your fellow travelers this morningand set off for the Caribbean Coast and theremote Tortuguero National Park, a specialreserve accessibleonly by airplaneor boat. Enroute, your tourmanager briefsyou on all theexciting thingsplanned for yourfamily adventure. Tortuguero is one of CostaRica’s most popular parks, protecting elevendifferent habitats. Transfer by boat to yourlodge, making your way through windingcanals – try to spot some of the 57 species of amphibians and 111 species of reptiles that call Tortuguero home! Arrive at your eco-lodge, complete with a pool, games andspace to explore - the perfect backdrop foryour jungle adventure! This afternoon, learnabout the nesting habits of the local Green Sea Turtles during a visit to the Green TurtleResearch Station. Tonight, gather with yourfellow travelers to enjoy a delicious meal. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Tortuguero National Park Ventureout this morning to explore the surroundingjungle during a guided nature walk. Make sureyou bring your camera and binoculars sinceyou are sure to spot some of the monkeys,sloths and birds of the region! Enjoy a leisurelylunch before embarking on a spectacular boatcruise through the various canals and be sureto keep an eye out for the wildlife as well as

exotic flora. Return to the lodge for someleisure time. After dinner, take a walk withyour guide out to the beach to see where theGreen Turtles nest. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Tortuguero National Park -Sarapiquí Travel through jungle canals to thelush rainforest village of Sarapiquí. Arrive at abeautiful eco-lodge – your home for the nexttwo nights. This evening visit the La TirimbinaBiological Reserve for an interactive discussionand discover the important role that bats - who

make up almostfifty percent ofthe mammalpopulation inCosta Rica - playin the ecosystemof the rainforest.(B, D)

Day 5: Sarapiquí Today’s first stop: a pineappleplantation! See where this delicious fruit isgrown and taste fresh samples of this lusciousfruit. This afternoon, take a white water raftride through the stunning Costa Rican country-

Arenal hanging bridges

COSTA RICAFAMILY ADVENTURE

Enjoy the rapids and naturalsights on a whitewater raft ridethrough the Costa Rican countryside.

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February 16 $1599April 13 $1599


June 2013 - April 2014 DOUBLE

June 22 $1499July 13, 20 $1499August 3 $1499December 28 $1499February 8, 15 $1499April 12, 26 $1499

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Day 6: Sarapiquí - Arenal This morning, journey through the rainforest to a cacao plantation and see firsthand how the cacao beanbecomes chocolate! En route to Arenal, make

some new friends during a visit to a localschool that is supported by the ColletteFoundation. Arrive at the amazing Arenal Volcano...this geologically young volcano is estimated to beless than 7,000 years old. Asleep for hundreds ofyears until an eruption in 1968, this volcano isone of the most popular stops in Costa Rica. Thisevening gather with the group for a visit to thefamous volcanic hot springs! This wonderfulexperience offers endless possibilities for fun andrelaxation with hot springs and pools. (B, D)

Day 7: Arenal Your choice today: a hangingbridges tour or an amazing zip line adventure!

Both adventures feature spectacular views as youjourney among trees that grow to heights of 100feet or more. Wander through the treetops onthe “hanging bridges” tour as you are surroundedby the beauty of the rainforest. Or, fly throughthe skies viewing the lush green tropical junglefrom high above the canopy as you zip linetogether for a once-in-a-lifetime family adven-ture! The afternoon is at leisure to enjoy thehotel amenities, do some last minute shoppingor go horseback riding. Tonight, savor ascrumptious farewell dinner and say goodbye toyour new friends. (B, D)

Day 8: Arenal - San Jose - Tour Ends Yourfamily adventure ends today in San Jose. LeaveCosta Rica with unforgettable memories of lushrainforests and jungles, swimming in volcanicwaters, and seeing countless wildlife roamingfree in their natural habitats. Family memoriesto last a lifetime! (B)

Taxes/fees to be paid in local currency or USD upon exiting the country are approximately $32 USD per person.

One adult traveling with a child must be booked as a single paying passenger and a child.

Due to luggage size and weight restrictions on the boats, please bring an overnight bag for the two nightstay in Tortuguero National Park. Your main luggage stays in San Jose and joins you upon your return to the mainland.

Flights home must be booked after 2:00 P.M.

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• Experience a birds-eye-view of thejungle during a zip line canopy tour ora hanging bridges canopy tour.

• Explore Tortuguero National Park’swinding canals, teeming with wildlifeand exotic flora, by boat.

• Learn to cook Costa Rican specialtiessuch as guacamole, plantains andempanadas.

• Swim in the volcanic hot springs ofArenal Volcano.

• Make some new friends during a visitto a local village school that issupported by the Collette Foundation.



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Tortuguero, 2 nightsEvergreen Lodge

Sarapiqui, 2 nightsLa Quinta Country Inn

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START YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in San Jose; call for details.


Day 1: Panama City, Panama - TourBegins Welcome to Panama, a country oflush rainforests, rich history, diverse wildlifeand spectacular coastlines. Your tour begins incosmopolitan Panama City.

Day 2: Panama City Meet your fellow trav-elers for a welcome breakfast before embarkingon a city tour. Visit Panama Viejo Visitors’Center and Cathedral Tower, exploring theruins of the oldest Spanish settlement on thePacific. Next, stop at two local markets specializing in fresh produce and seafood foran introduction to the specialty foods ofPanama.Continue toCasco Antiguo,the OldQuarter – a UNESCOWorld Heritagesite. A shortwalking tour down its cobblestoned streetsshowcases the Plaza de la Independencia, thePresidential Palace, the National Theater, andrestored colonial churches and monuments.Tonight, experience a private culinary demon-stration with a local chef and learn how typicalPanamanian dishes are prepared. Then, enjoy atraditional Panamanian dinner. (B, D)

Day 3: Miraflores Locks - Galeta MarineLaboratory - Panama Canal Railway -Gamboa Head to Miraflores Locks VisitorCenter to view the Panama Canal and learnabout its rich past, present and future. Followthe canal north into the rainforest. Enjoy lunchwhile overlooking the lush tropical landscape.Learn more about Panama’s delicate eco-systemsat the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute’sGaleta Marine Laboratory. See the Caribbeanside of Panama while strolling on boardwalksthrough the mangroves and spotting indigenousbirds. At the train station in Colon, climb aboardthe historic Panama Canal Railway and relax in

elegance as you are whisked past stunningscenery in perfectly restored cars. Continue tothe Gamboa Rainforest Resort – your homefor the next four nights. (B, L)

Day 4: Panama Canal Cruise This morning,follow your guide on a nature walk throughthe resort’s forest and gardens. Next, board thePacific Queen for a partial transit through thePanama Canal. Enjoy lunch on board and passthrough two locks as you revel in a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see this incredible engineeringfeat first hand and learn all about its construc-tion and operation. Disembark at Flamenco

Marina. Visit alocal handicraftmarket and peruseartisan souvenirsmade by indige-nous peoples,including the“mola” embroidery

of the Kuna Yala. Then, soak up the ambiance atthe oceanfront Amador Causeway and relish aseafood dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Gamboa With a day at leisure, perhapsenjoy the resort’s pool and spa; soak in the sightsand sounds from the hammock on your balcony;go fishing in Gatun Lake; kayak in the PanamaCanal or embark on an optional day trip toSmithsonian’s Tropical Research Institute at

Gamboa Rainforest Resort

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Experience this engineering marvel as you cruise down thePanama Canal on the Pacific Queen.

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January 8, 15, 22 $1999February 12, 19, 26 $1999March 5, 12 $1999April 3 $1999April 10 $1899April 24 $1849



May 22 $1849September 4, 25 $1849October 2, 9, 23 $1849November 6 $1849December 4 $1849January 7, 14, 21 $1999February 4, 11, 18, 19 $1999March 11, 18 $1999April 2, 9 $1999



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Day 6: Emberá Indigenous Village Set offfor an excursion to an Emberá indigenous village.Board dugout canoes for a scenic ride up the ChagresRiver to a settlement of Emberá, the “Keepers of theRainforest.” The Emberá strive to preserve theirheritage and love to share their traditional tech-niques of homebuilding and handicrafts with vis-itors. Join in their dances and partake in a simplelunch cooked traditionally. Next visit the village’s

school that serves the local indigenous andfarming communities. Interact with the students,meet the teachers and see firsthand the efforts ofthe Collette Foundation. The remainder of yourafternoon is free to enjoy Gamboa Resort. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Gamboa - Monkey Island orRainforest Tram - Playa Bonita Choose howto spend your morning! Get an up-close glimpseof Panama’s wildlife during a cruise to MonkeyIsland or ride the Aerial Tram for canopy level views

of the rainforest. Spot iguanas, toucans, sloths, andmore. Relax for the remainder of the morning…perhaps take a nature walk, visiting the resort’sbutterfly house and orchid nursery; or embark onan optional tour to Gatún Locks and the PortobeloFort. Depart Gamboa this afternoon for PlayaBonita and your five-star beachfront resort. (B)

Day 8: Playa Bonita Today, enjoy free timefor relaxing on the beach, enjoying the spa oramenities at your hotel, kayaking, or taking anature walk in the adjacent Punta Bruja Reserve.You may opt to take a tour to a pineapple farmor an excursion to the enchanting Anton Valley,nestled inside the second largest volcanic craterin the world. This evening, enjoy a private salsalesson where you move to the rhythm of Panamaand learn about its rich folkloric tradition. After-wards, celebrate your journey to Panama at afarewell dinner overlooking the Pacific. (B, D)

Day 9: Playa Bonita - Tour Ends (B)

U.S. and Canadian citizens may have to purchase a tourist card (approx $5 USD) upon arrival. No visa isnecessary for stays up to 90 days. Citizens of other countries should check with the local consulate for visarequirements. Panama charges an international airport departure tax of approx. $40 USD; the cost of thismay be included in your air ticket.

Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recom-mended to participate on this tour. Please contact your local travel clinic or personal physician.

Due to flight schedules, a pre or post night may be required in Atlanta, Georgia or Miami, Florida (at anadditional cost). Please inquire at time of booking.

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START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in Panama City, Post night stay in Playa Bonita;call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Begin your tropical adventure early with a pre-tour extension to Bocas del Toro. Experience green Caribbeanwaters, a relaxed calypso lifestyle and spectacular coralreefs when you set out on this 3-night tropical paradise. (see page 75 for details)


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Panama City, 2 nightsCrowne Plaza Panama

Gamboa, 4 nightsGamboa Rainforest Resort

Playa Bonita, 2 nightsIntercontinental Playa Bonita Resort & Spa


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• Ride the historic Panama CanalRailway in elegant wooden rail cars, anexperience reminiscent of yesteryear,from the Atlantic to the Pacific.

• Four nights at Gamboa RainforestResort, where your deluxe river viewroom has a balcony and a hammock,provides the opportunity to immerseyourself in nature!

• Take a dugout canoe to visit an EmberáIndian village where you learn abouttheir rich heritage through basketweaving and tagua nut carvingdemonstrations, traditional dances, anda simple lunch cooked the traditional way.

• Choose your own rainforest adventure –either a cruise to Monkey Island or aride up the Rainforest Aerial Tram forviews of wildlife in the treetops!


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Day 1: Fly to Miami, Florida - Tour BeginsJoin us and explore the cultural and historictreasures of Cuba - just 90 miles off the coast of the United States - but a world away. Flyinto Miami, our gateway to Cuba. Tonight, get acquainted with your fellow travelers duringa welcome reception.

Day 2: Miami – Trinidad, Cuba Today youradventure begins as you fly from Miami to Cuba.Travel through the countryside to Trinidad,famous for its cobblestone streets and pastel-colored houses.Tonight, enjoy awelcome dinnerwith your fellowpassengers. (B, D)

Day 3:Trinidad -Manaca Iznaga - Trinidad Begin your daywith a visit to a ceramic studio and participate ina pottery demonstration while the artisans dis-cuss their traditions that have been passeddown from generation to generation. Next,travel by train to Manaca Iznaga’s sugar factoryand estate, located in the beautiful “Valle delos Ingenios,” or “Valley of the Sugar Mills.”Learn about sugar production and its impor-tance to the Cuban economy. Enjoy lunch at theestate before embarking on a Trinidad citytour. Visit the Palacio Cantero, the city’s histo-ry museum housed in a restored Neoclassicalpalace. Have the opportunity to explore theOld Cathedral, churches, and unique houses ofthis museum of a city. This afternoon, meetwith a group of Trinidad’s well known lacemakers and the opportunity to talk with themabout their craft and their lives. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Trinidad - Cienfuegos - TrinidadThis morning, drive towards Cienfuegos, thecity known as La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of theSouth). Visit the Cienfuegos Province Botanical

Gardens, the oldest of its kind on the island.During a fascinating lecture, learn about thegarden’s ties with Harvard University and itsfounding as a research center where a sugar millonce stood. Next participate in a city tour featuring the Catedral de la Purisima Concepcion.Later, set out on a spectacular harbor cruisewhere local fishermen will share stories andinsight into their industry. Return to Trinidadfor dinner and an evening of music and dancingat the Casa de la Música or the Palenque de los

Congos Reales.(B, D)

Day 5:Trinidad -Bay of PigsMuseum -HavanaEmbark on a

scenic drive this morning, past lush mountainsand forests, charming country towns andfarms and the pristine Caribbean Sea. Visit theBay of Pigs Museum in Playa Giron. Through aninteractive presentation given by museum staff,discover the history behind one of the majorevents of the Cold War and how the “Victoryof Giron,” as it’s locally known, impacted Cuba.Enjoy lunch at La Cueva de los Peces, which isnamed for the nearby “Cave of the Fish,” a“cenote” or sinkhole filled with multicoloredsea life. You may even spot Cuba’s national bird,the Tocororo, and some of the islands’ mostcolorful fish. Learn about preservation effortsfrom local marine biologists and conservationists.Next, travel across the countryside to Havana,Cuba’s energetic capital. Explore the HotelNacional on a private tour of this iconic nationallandmark. Tonight, dine at the Divina PastoraRestaurant overlooking Havana and its harbor.(B, L, D)

Day 6: Havana This morning, discover thesecret of Cuban cigars at a cigar factory andlearn why they are treasured around the world.

Rediscover Cuba

Enjoy a city tour of Trinidad and exploreits historic streets, cathedral andunique houses frozen in time.

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PRELIMINARY DEPARTURE DATES PENDING LICENSE APPROVAL– PLEASE CALL FOR PRICING

December 2012 - April 2014

December 2, 9January 6, 27February 10, 24March 3, 10, 17April 7, 14, 21, 28May 5, 19, 26June 9, 23July 7, 21, 28August 4, 18September 8, 15, 22, 29October 6, 13, 20, 27November 3, 10, 17December 1, 8January 5, 12, 19, 26February 2, 9, 16, 23March 2, 9, 16, 30April 6, 27

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The domestic flights to/from Miami are not included in the land price of your vacation. Domestic flights maybe arranged separately if you decide to purchase your own air. Charter flights to/from Cuba are part of yourpackage cost to Cuba.

A departure tax of 25 CUC (Cuban Pesos Convertibles), approximately $30 USD, must be paid for in cashupon departing Havana Airport and returning back to the United States.

This tour may also operate in reverse on certain dates.

In order to fulfill OFAC’s licensing requirements on this tour, you will have a full-time schedule of educational exchange activities that will result in a mean-ingful interaction between the traveler, you, and individuals in Cuba. The itinerary has been designed with these requirements in mind and there will be noleisure time on this program as on other Collette tours. The days and order of sightseeing may change to best utilize your time on tour and to better facilitatemeaningful educational exchanges. Due to unforeseen circumstances and schedule changes, educational visits may be interchanged with similar activities.

Due to flight schedules on your return from Havana to Miami, you may require a post night in the Miami area at your own expense.

Travel Visa to Cuba is required and is included in the tour price at $50 USD per person.

Return flights from Miami should not be booked prior to 4:00 PM.

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Day 7: Havana Begin today with a visit to aclinic of one of Havana’s neighborhood doctors.Then enjoy some time at the Belen Convent andlearn about the variety of community projectsthat the nuns undertake with support from theMinistry of Public Health. Step back in time during a guided city tour of Old Havana, aUNESCO world heritage site. Then visit theworkshop School Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos,a program started in 1992 with funding from

Spain and since then has trained dozens ofyoung people in the work of restoration of historic buildings and homes. (B)

Day 8: Havana - Ernest Hemingway Home- Casa Fuster - Havana Visit the home ofErnest Hemingway, Finca Vigía (LookoutFarm). It was here that he conceived his finalmasterpiece, The Old Man and the Sea. Thiscultural time capsule remains much like it didwhen the author left in 1960. Then savor lunchat a typical restaurant in Old Havana. Next,head over to the Casa Fuster, the colorful hometo Jose Fuster. One of his apprentices or eventhe artist himself will be on hand to talk abouthis work, inspired by Gaudi, and have lunch athis home. Later, visit the U.S. Interests Sectionand learn about U.S. policy towards Cuba. Thisevening, take a trip to the Plaza de SanFrancisco de Asis in one of the antiqueAmerican cars that the city is known for.Finally, savor dinner at the Café del Oriente asyou celebrate an amazing journey to Cuba.Finish your evening at La Cabaña Castle andtake in the Cañonazo, Havana’s cannon firingceremony. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Havana - Miami, Florida - TourEnds Fly from Havana to Miami. Your tourends today. (B)

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• Spend 6 nights in Cuba’s cities ofTrinidad and Havana and soak in theisland’s culture, history and art.

• Visit the Ernest Hemingway House(Lookout Farm), almost unchanged fromthe time the author left in 1960.

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Miami, 1 nightSheraton Miami Airport

Trinidad, 3 nightsHotel Las Brisas

Havana, 4 nightsHotel Nacional


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Collette Travel Service, Inc. d/b/a ColletteVacations (“Collette”) has been issued alicense (license number CT-18568) by theDepartment of Treasury Office of ForeignAssets Control (OFAC) which authorizes reg-istered guests of our programs, under the aus-pices of Collette, to legally travel to Cuba, toparticipate and engage in a full time scheduleof authorized educational exchange activitiesin Cuba, which will involve meaningful inter-action between you and people in Cuba.

Prior to departure, Collette will provide you with aLetter of Authorization to confirm your legal travelstatus, the authorized travel agenda and activities,and your recordkeeping responsibilities.

Record Keeping Requirements per OFAC (Office ofForeign Assets Control of the US Department of theTreasury): Each passenger is required to keep a gen-eral written record of each day's activities in Cubaas to the various sites visited and transactions oractivities engaged in. Such records shall be keptand retained by passenger to be made available forexamination upon demand (by OFAC) for at leastfive (5) years from the date of each transaction.

Our license expires in 2012. The tour featuredon these pages are being offered under theunderstanding that our license is renewed. Nodeposits or payments of any kind will beaccepted until our license is renewed.


Day 1: Overnight Flight Experience thenatural splendor of Patagonia on this boldadventure through southern Argentina andChile.

Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina - TourBegins Begin in sophisticated Buenos Aires •Explore the European architecture, wideboulevards and charming sidewalk cafés thatearned it the moniker “Paris of SouthAmerica” • After a short lesson in the locallanguage, embark on a city tour • See theRecoletaCemetery,where the tombof Eva Peron islocated; the col-orful La Bocaneighborhoodand the Presidential Palace, the Casa Rosada •Spend the balance of the day at leisure • Thisevening, dine on Argentine fare and experiencethe passion and artistry of an authentic tangoshow • Meet the dancers and try some steps ofyour own. (D)

Day 3: Buenos Aires Enjoy an informal,interactive presentation from a local residentwhere you can ask questions about daily life inBuenos Aires • Independently explore thecharms of Buenos Aires for the remainder ofthe day • Choose to discover the Parana Riverdelta and its picturesque islands, elegant man-sions and craft market on an optional tour, orrelax and soak in the city’s cultural delights •Browse the boutiques of Calle Florida or visitone of many renowned art museums. (B)

Day 4: Buenos Aires - El Calafate Flysouth to the heart of Patagonia, El Calafate •Tonight, you are a guest at the historic 25 deMayo ranch • Indulge in the traditional hospi-tality of this Patagonian estancia • Sip yerbamate tea around a fire • Visit the farmyardsand sheep shearing shed for demonstrations •

Savor a true taste of Argentina with an asado, atraditional meal of meats grilled over an openfire, plus produce from the organic garden •Enjoy gaucho music and dancing! (B, D)

Day 5: Perito Moreno Glacier Wake tosweeping views of Lake Argentino from yourlakeside hotel • Experience the Brazo Ricoshoreline en route to the Perito MorenoGlacier, the only continually advancing glacierin the world • Admire breathtaking views dur-ing a walk along its base • Watch for chunks

of ice breakingoff and dra-maticallycrashing intothe lake •Explore ElCalafate’s vil-

lage of rustic houses with sloping roofs thatpierce blue skies. (B)

Day 6: El Calafate - Ushuaia Journey to“the world's southern-most city,” Ushuaia •Once an Argentine penal colony, it is now thecapital of the province of Tierra del Fuego, the

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Patagonia: The Marvelsof Argentina & Chile




February - March 2013 DOUBLE(different itinerary - see note)

February 14, 21, 28 $5379March 7 $5379

Itinerary featured is for October 2013 - March2014 tour departures. Departures prior to thisdate will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation.

October 2013 - March 2014 DOUBLE

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The internal flights are not included in the land price. All air including internal flights can be purchasedthrough us.

Rates include the $30-$35 USD (depending on departure date, valid at time of print) port tax, migration taxand National Park entrance fee.

Approx. $30 in domestic and international airport departure taxes must be paid in Chile & Argentina, in USD or local currency.

US and Canadian passengers must pay an entrance fee upon arrival into Chile and Argentina (currently $140 USD each, subject to change), valid for the lifeof the passport.

Due to flight schedules, a pre/post night may be required in some gateway cities (at an additional cost).

Cabins available are standard cabins, category A on the Magallanes deck (deck 2). AA cabins on the Tierra del Fuego deck (deck 3) and AAA on the Cabode Hornos deck (deck 4) are also available. Call for pricing upgrade.

Cruise ships have a limited quantity of cabins available in each cabin category. We will make every effort to accommodate your preference at the time ofbooking. If the category preferred is not available, the next closest category available will be offered and a surcharge may apply.

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Day 7: Ushuaia - Tierra del Fuego NationalPark - Embark Ship Today, explore the moun-tains, forests, glaciers and deep valleys of Tierradel Fuego National Park • Walk the shores ofRoca Lake and see evidence of the settlements ofthe now-extinct Yámana indigenous people • Enroute to Lapataia Bay (where the PanamericanHighway ends) stop by the post office at the “endof the world” • Return to Ushuaia to experience

this famous port town before embarking on thenew m/v Stella Australis • Enjoy a welcomecocktail reception and get ready for a greatadventure in one of the world’s most captivatingwilderness regions • Sail through the BeagleChannel and the Strait of Magellan as you startyour journey through southern Patagonia andTierra del Fuego • Interesting on-board lectureson the wildlife, history and geography of thislegendary region complete the experience. (B, D)

Day 8: Cape Horn - Wulaia Bay Sail throughthe Murray Channel and Nassau Bay to reachCape Horn National Park, known as the “End ofthe Earth” • Disembark here (weather permit-ting) for a unique perspective on the mystical

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• Observe the Perito Moreno Glacierand listen to ice crashing into the lake as the glacier advances.

• Gain insight into the life of the gauchos during a sheep shearingdemonstration, asado barbequedinner and folklore show at anauthentic Patagonian estancia.



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Buenos Aires, 2 nightsPanamericano Hotel

El Calafate, 2 nightsEdenia Hotel

Ushuaia, 1 nightHotel Las Lengas

Cruise Ship, 3 nightsm/v Stella Australis

Puerto Natales, 2 nightsHotel Cost Australis

Puerto Varas, 2 nightsCabaña del Lago Hotel

Santiago, 2 nightsAtton El Bosque Spa Hotel


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START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in Bueno Aires, Post night stay in Santiago; call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:There are two way to continue your adventure. Spend twodays exploring Iguazu Falls, heralded as the world’s mostbeautiful waterfall. Or, set out for legendary Easter Islandand see with your own eyes the iconic Moai statues.(see pages 75 and 76 for details)


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Cape Horn, a sheer rock promontory •Discovered in 1616, this was a crucial naviga-tion route between the Pacific and Atlantic •Go ashore at historic Wulaia Bay, once the siteof a large Yámana settlement • Charles Darwinlanded here in 1833 during the voyage of theHMS Beagle • Explore a Magellanic forest oflengas, coihues, canelos, ferns and other nativevegetation • This journey rewards you withawe-inspiring views. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Agostini Fjord - Águila GlacierThis morning, sail through the desolateBrecknock and Cockburn channels to reachAgostini Fjord, in the heart of Tierra delFuego • Marvel at the glaciers flowing downthe mountains to the sea • After lunch, disem-bark in Zodiac boats to explore Águila Glacier• Take a walk on the shore of the surroundinglagoon • Learn about the formation of glaciersand their impact on the geography of theregion’s channels. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Magdalena Island - PuntaArenas, Chile - Disembark Ship - PuertoNatales Wake with the sunrise and go ashoreon Magdalena Island (weather permitting) •Explore this once essential source of supplies forintrepid navigators crossing the Strait ofMagellan • Say hello to the locals - an immensecolony of Magellanic Penguins which can besighted during a walk to the lighthouse • Gaininsight into the behavior of this peculiar andadored bird during a fascinating lecture beforethe excursion • Continue on to Punta Arenas,

an important port town for ships roundingCape Horn, to disembark • Enjoy a panoramictour and visit a museum highlighting theregion’s history • Next, journey to PuertoNatales, gateway to Torres del Paine NationalPark and some of the world’s most incrediblescenery. (B)

Day 11: Torres del Paine National ParkTravel to majestic Torres del Paine National Park• Stop at Milodon Cave to view the encased fig-ure of a milodon, a mysterious prehistoric ani-mal • Drive along the banks of lakes Figueroaand Sarmiento • Take in extraordinary views ofthe snowcapped mountain peaks, crystal-clearrivers and mirrored lakes during a picnic lunch.(B, L, D)

Day 12: Puerto Natales - Puerto Montt -Puerto Varas Depart southern Patagonia •Travel to the Chilean Lake District and endyour day in the lakeside village of Puerto Varas,known for its seafood and German cuisine •Take in panoramic views of Osorno Volcanofrom your elegant mountain resort overlookingLake Llanquihue. (B, D)

Day 13: Chiloé Island Delve into the cul-tural legacy on Chiloé Island, home to theindigenous Cunco, Chonos and Mapuchepeoples • Experience a place full of naturalbeauty and legends • Board a ferry to Chiloé,the second-largest island in Chile • Witnesstraditional fishing villages and distinctivenative customs • Tour the port town of Ancudand the regional museum • Visit the handi-

craft markets in Dalcahue and Castro, theisland’s capital • Share in a traditional curanto- a delicious seafood stew of shellfish, meat,potatoes, and vegetables cooked underground• Learn about daily life from your host •Discover the architectural legacy of the wood-en churches on Chiloé • See the fusion of17th century Jesuit missionary influence andindigenous styles at this UNESCO WorldHeritage site. (B, L)

Day 14: Puerto Varas - Santiago Bidfarewell to Patagonia and fly to Santiago, Chile’svibrant capital • A city tour includes La MonedaPresidential Palace and Paseo Ahumada pedestri-an avenue • Ride the cable car up Cerro SanCristobal for sweeping views of Santiago and theAndes • Admire the Statue of the ImmaculateConception • Interact with the locals at abustling market where delicacies such as Chileansea bass are abundant • The remainder of yourday is at leisure. (B)

Day 15: Santiago Venture into Chile’s winecountry as you travel to the Maipo Valley •Spend the afternoon touring a bodega andsampling some of the varietals which makethis region famous • Discover the bold taste ofcarmenère, the “lost” ancient cousin of thecabernet grape that thrives in the Andean cli-mate • Enjoy a gourmet meal of Chileanfavorites in the countryside and celebrate theend of your journey. (B, L)

Day 16: Santiago - Tour Ends (B)

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Day 1: Quito, Ecuador - Tour Begins Beginin Quito, Ecuador’s stunning capital city.

Day 2: Quito Tour Quito’s colonial center,the largest and best-preserved in Latin America• Visit the Equatorial Line Monument at the“Middle of the World” • Cross from onehemisphere to another • Sample Ecuadoriancuisine at the welcome dinner. (B, D)

Day 3: Quito - Imbabura - Otavalo Travelto the region of Imbabura, known for toweringvolcanoes • See local artisans create traditional“Masapan”bread doughfigurines •Experience thecolorful sightsand sounds ofthe OtavaloMarket • Visitthe AndeanInstruments Museum in Peguche village •Meet local residents at lunch and enjoy indige-nous music and dance • See the legendarybirds of the Andes at Condor Park • Arrive at a300-year-old Andean hacienda for an overnightin Old World elegance • Enjoy a culinarydemonstration and sample canelazo, anEcuadorian spiced drink. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Otavalo - Cuicocha Crater Lake -Andes Mountain Train - Optional HomestayTravel to the foot of the Cotocachi Volcanoand cruise spectacular Cuicocha Crater Lake •Take an unforgettable train ride through theAndes viewing fertile valleys and indigenousvillages • Visit Salinas, where lunch featuresregional specialties and Afro-Ecuadorian musicand dance • Sample “helado de paila,” a localfruit ice cream, before returning to historicHacienda Pinsaquí • Or, choose a home-cookeddinner and homestay with the Karanki com-munity of La Magdalena on the slopes ofCubilche Volcano • The Karanki welcome

visitors into charming guest houses to learnabout their culture. (B, L)

Day 5: La Magdalena - Otavalo - CotopaxiWitness the extraordinary community tourismproject at La Magdalena and learn how theCollette Foundation is helping to support itsresidents • Dive into the shepherding and har-vesting activities • Continue south past Quitoon the legendary “Avenue of the Volcanoes” •Settle in at your home for the next two nights,the distinguished Hosteria La Cienega. (B, L, D)

Day 6:CotopaxiNationalPark Tour arose plantationhacienda andlearn about theproduction ofone of Ecuador’s

most fragrant exports • Journey to CotopaxiNational Park and the high Andean páramo, aneo-tropical ecosystem • Marvel at the perfectsnow-capped cone of one of the world’s high-est active volcanoes • Pause at sereneLimpiopungo Lagoon, home to rare high alti-tude birds, wild horses and llamas • Enjoy alunch featuring local cuisine • Visit an indige-nous highlands market in the village ofLatacunga • Return to your hacienda to relax.(B, L)

Day 7: Cotopaxi - Baños - RiobambaStop at San Antonio de Salcedo to sample theexotic fruit-flavored, hand-churned ice cream •Continue down the Avenue of the Volcanoestowards the town of Baños, at the foot ofTungurahua Volcano • Soak in the incomparableviews at this gateway to the Amazon • Spendsome free time exploring the hot springs andvisit the Church of the Virgin of the Holy Water• Don’t miss sampling melocha, a locally-madesugar cane taffy candy • Catch views of the

Ecuador: Avenue of the volcanoes& the galapagos islands

Snorkel in the Galapagos andsee marine iguanas, sea lions, manta rays,sea turtles and other plentiful marine life.




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Rates include the approx. $110 USD Galapagos National Park and Galapagos National Institute entrance feeswhich is subject to change. The currency in Ecuador is the USD.

Cruise ships have a limited quantity of cabins available in each cabin category. We will make every effort toaccommodate your preference at the time of booking. If the cabin category preferred is not available, the

next closest category available will be offered and a surcharge may apply. The cabins available are Superior Outside cabins, located on the Earth Deck andSea Deck. Upgrades may be available to Junior Suites (Earth Deck) or Balcony Suites (Moon Deck). Call for pricing.

Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recommended to participate on this tour. Contact yourlocal travel clinic or personal physician for specific details.

Due to flight schedules, a pre or post night (unescorted) may be required in Miami (at an additional cost).

Taxes or fees to be paid in domestic airports are approx. $4 USD. There is an approx. $31 USD airport departure tax from Guayaquil, payable upon exitingthe country. These fees are at your own expense.

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Day 8: Riobamba - Ingapirca - Cuenca TourRiobamba, the Ecuadorian capital under Spanishrule, boasting 18th-century architecture • In nearbyColta, home to indigenous Quichua people, admirethe transparent Colta lagoon and Balbanera Church,the first Catholic church in the country • Windthrough Andean valleys shrouded in clouds • VisitIngapirca, the largest pre-Columbian archaeological

site in Ecuador • Admire the Incan masonry atthe Temple of the Sun • Soak in the ambienceduring lunch at a 200-year-old hacienda •Arrive in elegant Cuenca, once the secondlargest city in the Inca Empire. (B, L)

Day 9: Cuenca Explore Cuenca’s unique archi-tectural legacy during a tour highlighting thechurches and palaces of Calderon Park and theblue-domed Old Cathedral built in 1557 • Enjoyfresh flowers at the Mercado de la Flores and visitthe renowned Central Bank Museum andbotanical gardens • Tour a Panama hat factoryto witness local artisans transforming local toquillapalm straw into these famous finely woven hatswhich actually originated in Ecuador • Spend

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START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in Quito, Post night stay in Guayaquil; call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Complete your immersion in the remarkably diverse cultures andwildlife of Ecuador with a visit to the mighty Amazon. Extendthe adventure with three nights at a rainforest eco-lodge, giving you a first-hand opportunity to delight in the sights and sounds of this legendary region. (see page 77 for details)


• Cruise the Galapagos Islands for five days.• Explore the culture and beauty of

Ecuador’s most fabled towns includingCuenca, Riobamba and Baños.

• Enjoy your stay in charming Riobamba atthe Hacienda Abraspungo.

• Ride the Andes Mountain Train pasttowering volcanoes and spectacularscenery.



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Hacienda Pinsaqui

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Otavalo, 1 nightHacienda Pinsaqui

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Riobamba, 1 nightHacienda Abraspungo

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the remainder of your day at leisure • Browsethe shops or stroll the river walk. (B)

Day 10: Cuenca - Guayaquil Completeyour journey down the Avenue of theVolcanoes and descend through glacial valleysto the Pacific coast • Perhaps glimpse theAndean condor as you travel through highcloud forests and Cajas National Park • TheInca Trail runs through this area, connectingthe centers of the ancient empire • Watch asthe landscape opens to coffee, banana andcacao fields • At Hacienda Cañas, tour abanana plantation, see a cacao nursery andlearn how chocolate is made • Enjoy a lunch ofregional cuisine • Arrive in Guayaquil, gatewayto the Galapagos • Visit the Malecón 2000waterfront area and the 19th-century neigh-borhood of Las Peñas. (B, L)

Day 11: Guayaquil - Baltra Island,Galapagos - Embark Ship - Santa CruzIsland Fly to Baltra Island, gateway to yourGalapagos adventure • Partake in lunch aboardthe m/v Galapagos Legend, then travel by pangato Ballena Bay or Whale’s Bay on Santa CruzIsland, at the base of Dragon Hill • Admirethe olivine crystals, snorkel in the warm waters •Get up-close with marine iguanas • Stargaze

from the deck of your ship and contemplatethe wonders of the Galapagos. (B, L, D)

Day 12: Isabela Island (Moreno Point andElizabeth Bay) Visit Isabela Island’s coastallagoons, fossil beach and coral area • Take inpanoramic views of surrounding islands andactive volcanoes and explore Isabela’s volcanicpast • Look for brachycereus cacti, dramatic lavaformations and vast mangrove beds extendinginto the sea • Spot sea turtles, marine iguanasand graceful flamingos • Continue via pangaalong the coast and seek out the wildlife ofElizabeth Bay, including flightless cormorantsand Galapagos penguins. (B, L, D)

Day 13: Isabela Island (Urbina Bay andTagus Cove) Disembark on the volcanic blacksand beach of Urbina Bay • Observe (dependingon the season) giant tortoises, land iguanas andflightless cormorants • Embark on a nature walkto discover the endemic plant species whichchange with the seasons • Search for crabs tee-tering on the uplifted coral reef • Enjoy anotherchance to snorkel with tropical fish, sea turtlesand sea lions • Continue on to Tagus Cove andhike to Darwin’s salt-water crater lake whereyou are rewarded with sweeping views of lavafields and volcanic formations • Cruise via panga

along the shoreline, full of eccentric blue-footedboobies, terns and marine wildlife • Look forgraffiti believed to have been left by 19th-centurypirates • In season, get up-close to the tinyGalapagos penguin, the only penguin speciesliving in the northern hemisphere. (B, L, D)

Day 14: Fernandina Island (Espinosa Point)- Isabela Island (Vicente Roca Point)Sail on to Fernandina Island which boasts a startling diversity of endemic marine life •Observe prehistoric-looking, oversized marineiguanas mingling with Sally Lightfoot crabs,and sea lions sharing the beach with Galapagospenguins • Your nature walk along the lavaformations might offer an encounter with theregion’s king predator – the Galapagos hawk •Try some bird watching by panga along the shoreand look for great blue herons, lava herons andoyster catchers • Snorkel if you choose in BolivarChannel, one of the earth’s richest marineenvironments. (B, L, D)

Day 15: Disembark Ship - Baltra Island -Guayaquil Gather tonight for a specialfarewell dinner toasting the wonders ofEcuador and the Galapagos. (B, D)

Day 16: Guayaquil - Tour Ends Transfer tothe airport for your flight home. (B)


Galapagos Tortoise

Day 1: Quito, Ecuador - Tour Begins

Day 2: Quito Tour Quito’s colonial center,including the Presidential Palace and 17th-century church of La Compañía • Meet yourfellow travelers at a welcome lunch overlookingthe Pululahua volcanic crater • Cross betweenhemispheres at the Equatorial Line Monumentand Museum at the “Middle of the World” • Trysome “helado de paila,” a local ice cream specialty• Spend the rest of the day at leisure. (B, L)

Day 3: Quito - San Cristóbal Island,Galapagos - Embark Ship Fly to beautifulSan CristóbalIsland, gatewayto yourGalapagosadventure •Enjoy lunchaboard the m/vGalapagos Legend •At Port Baquerizo Moreno, visit the SanCristóbal Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve •After exploring the island, stargaze from thedeck of your ship and toast the wonders of theGalapagos with tropical cocktails. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Española Island (Gardner Bay andSuarez Point) Board your panga to visitGardner Bay • Guarded by a colony of sealions, the beach is home to Galapagos hawksand endemic finches • Swim and snorkel withthe marine life, including manta rays andwhite-tipped sharks • Continue to the volcanicterrain of Suarez Point • During a nature walk,watch for hooded mocking birds, lava lizards,Sally Lightfoot crabs and blue-footed boobies• Finally, visit the Soplador blowhole wherewater shoots 75 feet into the air. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Floreana Island (Post Office Bayand Cormorant Point) Land at storied PostOffice Bay, named for a barrel left in 1793 byCaptain James Colnett as a “post office” forpassing sailors • Continue the tradition and

leave a letter • Snorkel if you choose with greensea turtles or search for Darwin’s finches • Sailto Cormorant Point and its olivine green sandbeach • Learn about the ecosystem’s unusualplants • Enjoy another chance to snorkel andswim near the playful sea lions! (B, L, D)

Day 6: Santa Cruz Island (CharlesDarwin Research Station and Highlands)Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station •See the giant tortoises from the station’s breed-ing program • Trek through the Santa Cruz high-lands to Cerro Chato and find more giant tor-toises • Savor some organic Galapagos coffee •

Walk insidedormant lavatubes to gaininsight on howthese islandsformed • Enjoytime to explore

Port Ayora town. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Daphne Island - Disembark Ship -Baltra Island - Guayaquil Garner panoramicviews as you circumnavigate Daphne Island •Look for marine iguanas, fur seals and crabsteetering along the rocky shore • Bid farewell tothe Galapagos and fly to Guayaquil • Tour thiscommunity known as the “Pearl of the Pacific”• Visit the Malecón 2000 waterfront area • FromSanta Ana Hill, look out over the city and theGuayas River. (B, D)

Day 8: Guayaquil - Lima, Peru Fly to Lima• Spend an afternoon shopping or visiting Lima’smany fine museums. (B)

Day 9: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley of the Incas Fly to Cuzco • Descend through theAndes to the Sacred Valley of the Incas • VisitAwana Kancha, a living museum of the PeruvianAndes • Explore centuries-old methods of spin-ning, dyeing and weaving textiles • Stop in Pisacvillage to browse the handicraft market • VisitPablo Seminario Ceramic Studio • Settle intoyour hotel nestled in the Sacred Valley. (B, D)

The Galapagos Islands& Machu Picchu

Embark on a five-day cruise of theGalapagos Islands with a naturalist guide– see iguanas, sea lions and more!




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EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Complete your immersion in the remarkably diverse culturesand wildlife of Ecuador with a visit to the mighty Amazon.Extend the adventure with three nights at a rainforest eco-lodge, giving you a first-hand opportunity to delight in thesights and sounds of this legendary region. (see page 77 for details)

Rates include the approx. $110 USD Galapagos National Park and Galapagos National Institute entrancefees which is subject to change. The currency in Ecuador is the USD.

The internal flights on this program in Ecuador and Peru are not included in the land price and must be pur-chased with the air portion of your vacation. Please call for specific inter-tour segments required.

Taxes or fees to be paid in domestic airports are approx. $4 USD. There is an approx. $31 USD airportdeparture tax from Guayaquil, payable upon exiting the country. These fees are at your own expense.

Each client is responsible for proper documentation and medical inoculations that may be required and/orrecommended. Please contact your local travel clinic or physician for specific details.

Cabins available are Superior Outside cabins, located on the Earth Deck and Sea Deck. Upgrades may be available to Junior Suites (Earth Deck) or BalconySuites (Moon Deck). Please call for upgrade pricing.

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travel journalDay 10: Ollantaytambo - Sacred Valley ofthe Incas Glimpse daily activities at a nearbyvillage and connect with another culture • Visitthe Ollantaytambo ruins • Do as the locals doand enjoy a tasting of “chicha,” a regional drinkmade from maize, at a local pub. (B)

Day 11: Sacred Valley of the Incas - MachuPicchu Embark on a train ride through the Andesfrom Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu • Spendthe day exploring the ruins • Overnight at thebase of Machu Picchu • Enjoy an exclusive culinarydemonstration before dinner. (B, D)

Day 12: Aguas Calientes - Cuzco Takeadvantage of your leisure time this morning andreturn to Machu Picchu on your own or explorethe local markets • Return by train to the SacredValley and continue to Cuzco • En route to

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orphanage supported by the ColletteFoundation • In Cuzco, relax and becomeacclimated to the altitude. (B)

Day 13: Cuzco Explore the former capital of theInca Empire • On a city tour, experience theSpanish architectural legacy visible in the Cathedral,Santo Domingo and the Plaza de Armas • Discoverthe sacred Incan ruin of Sacsayhuaman Fortress •Spend some time browsing the local markets •See the San Blas artisans quarter or visit one ofthe impressive museums • Enjoy dinner and atraditional Andean folkloric performance. (B, D)

Day 14: Cuzco - Lima - Tour Ends Return toLima and tour its historical center, a UNESCOWorld Heritage site • Before transferring to theairport, complete your day with a farewell dinnerat the Larco Museum. (B, D)

TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL




• Admire the giant tortoises at theCharles Darwin Research Stationand learn about conservation projects.

• Climb from the Sacred Valley to MachuPicchu aboard the Vistadome, one ofthe world’s most famed train rides.

• Enjoy dinner at the Larco Museum inLima, housed in an 18th-centurymansion surrounded by lush gardens.



THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDSECUADOR • PERU

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Machu Picchu

Quito, 2 nightsHilton Colon

Cruise Ship, 4 nightsm/v Galapagos Legend


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Yucay, 2 nightsSonesta Posada del Inca

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making the area rich in marine life. Spot whalesand sea birds as you begin this voyage of explor-ation. Experts will provide presentations onhistory, biology and geology. (B, L, D)

Day 7: The Drake Passage - AntarcticaArrive in Antarctica – the last great wildernessstretching across five million square miles. Theethereal beauty and immense scale of the con-tinent is like nowhere else on the planet. Theprivilege of witnessing this fragile, remoteenvironment is truly a once-in-a-lifetime expe-

rience. (B, L, D)

Day 8:Antarctica Thenext five days arefilled with dis-covery! Weatherconditions deter-mine each sailing’s

final itinerary. Cruise through the astounding,glacier-lined Lemaire Channel – “Kodak Gap”– and enter the majestic Neumayer Channelwith its imposing cliffs. Humpback, killer andminke whales – and icebergs – are commonsights. PolarCirkel (rugged excursion) boatstake you to incredible locations along theAntarctic Peninsula, which could include:

• Half Moon Island, a small island in the SouthShetland chain boasting mountainous viewsand a nesting place for chinstrap penguins,kelp gulls and the Antarctic tern. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Antarctica Continue your visits byPolarCirkel boats to locations which couldinclude:

• Whalers Bay, Deception Island – Sail intoWhalers Bay where ruins from a 20th-centurywhaling station rest ashore. The black volcanicsand and waters upon the beach are warmedby geothermal vents.

• Almirante Brown Research Station in ParadiseHarbor, where gentoo and chinstrap penguinsnest. (B, L, D)

Day 1: Overnight Flight Begin your journeyto the “White Continent” with an overnightflight to Buenos Aires.

Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina - TourBegins Arrive this morning in Buenos Aires,the “Paris of South America” and home of thetango. Enjoy a Porteños tour, viewing the TeatroColon opera house; Avenida 9 de Julio; theRecoleta Cemetery, where “Evita” rests in hertomb; the Presidential Palace, the Casa Rosada;and the San Telmo barrio. Before dinner, meetyour fellow travel-ers at a specialwelcome recep-tion. (D)

Day 3: BuenosAires Today is atleisure to experi-ence this lively city.Browse the boutiques of Calle Florida or visitone of the many renowned art museums. (B)

Day 4: Buenos Aires - Ushuaia Thismorning you fly to Ushuaia, the world’s south-ernmost city situated on the Patagonian peninsula.Experience a home-hosted dinner with a localFuegon family to learn about life at the “end ofthe world.” (B, D)

Day 5: Ushuaia - Embark Ship Journeyinto the “Land of Fire” at Tierra del FuegoNational Park. Walk the shores of Roca Lakeand see evidence of the settlements of thenow-extinct Yámana indigenous people, andvisit Lapataia Bay where the PanamericanHighway ends. Enjoy free time in this famousport town before boarding the state-of-the-artMS Fram expedition vessel. (B, D)

Day 6: The Drake Passage Cruise souththrough the fabled Drake Passage, named forthe legendary Sir Francis Drake. Warmer watersof the north meet the colder, denser waters ofthe south here in the Antarctic Convergence,

Experience Antarctica, the “White

Continent,” on a 9-night cruiseaboard the MS Fram.

AntarcticaCLASSIC TOURING



January – February 2013 DOUBLE(different itinerary - see note)

Inside Cabin – Category IJanuary 7 $8549February 9 $8349

Itinerary featured is for December 2013 -February 2014 tour departures. Departures prior tothis date will vary. Please confirm at time of reservation.

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EXTEND YOUR TRIP: On this 3-night post-tour extension,fly north to Iguazu Falls, the stunning natural wonderlocated at the crossroads of Brazil, Argentina andParaguay. From the famous Three Frontiers landmark tothe phenomenal views at Devil’s Throat, behold the awesome power of nature. (see page 75 for details)

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travel journalDay 10: Antarctica Continue your visits byPolarCirkel boats to locations which could include:

• Neko Harbor, part of the Antarctic mainlandnestled in the fjord-like Andvord Bay, where pen-guins plus elephant and weddel seals are oftenspotted. (B, L, D)

Day 11: Antarctica Continue your visits byPolarCirkel boats to locations which could include:

• Port Lockroy, a harbor on Goudier Island andformer British base, hosting cormorants and sur-rounded by glaciers and ice shelves. Here you canmail home a postcard with a rare Antarcticstamp! (B, L, D)

Day 12: Antarctica Continue your visits byPolarCirkel boats to locations which could include:

• Wilhelmina Bay, where mountains and highglaciers create dramatic scenery. View the 1915wreck of the Norwegian ship, Guvernøren.

• Antarctic Sound & Brown Bluff – hear thetale of the 1903 Swedish polar expedition whichmet its fate here at “Iceberg Alley.” At BrownBluff, you may have the chance to stroll the beachwith the cute adélie penguins. (B, L, D)

Day 13: Antarctica - Drake Passage LeaveAntarctica, crossing the southern waters of theDrake Passage. Participate in engaging lectureson Antarctica’s wonders. (B, L, D)

Day 14: Drake Passage - Ushuaia, Argentina- Disembark Ship - Buenos Aires Disembarkthe ship in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires.This evening, celebrate the end of your journeyat a dinner featuring Argentine favorites and atango performance! Admire the passion andartistry of the show, meet the dancers and eventry some steps of your own. (B, D)

Day 15: Buenos Aires - Tour Ends Boardyour overnight flight to return home. (B)

This trip requires a PASSPORTThe internal flights on this program are not included in the land price. All air including internal flights can bepurchased through us. Due to sightseeing tour on day of arrival into Buenos Aires, passengers doing their own air must arrive intoBuenos Aires by 11:00 a.m.

Some passengers must pay an entrance fee upon arrival into Argentina’s Ezeiza International Airport. This fee is $140 USD for US & Canadian citizens, validfor multiple entries over 10 years. Fee does not apply to UK citizens at time of printing. Please contact your consulate for further details. Airport departure taxes totaling approximately $45 USD are to be paid at Buenos Aires and Ushuaia airports.Cabins available are: Inside cabins (category I), Outside cabins on Deck 3 (N), Outside cabins on a higher deck (U), Superior Outside cabins (F2), and Suites(M). Please call for upgrade pricing.

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• Discover Antarctica up close through aseries of exciting shore excursionsaboard PolarCirkel excursion boats.

• Take in your surroundings from the ship'sdeck as you pass through the glacier-linedLemaire Channel, considered one ofthe most beautiful places on earth.

• Learn the harrowing tale of the 1903Swedish polar expedition during yourvisit to Antarctic Sound, dubbed“Iceberg Alley.”

• Stroll along the beach with the cuteAdélie penguins at Brown Bluff.

imagine YOURSELF...

MS Fram

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Ushuaia, 1 nightHotel Las Lengas

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Day 2: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Tour BeginsWelcome to Rio de Janeiro! Magnificent views,beautiful beaches, flamboyant Carnival costumes,great cuisine and friendly people make Rio thecultural capital of Brazil. Witness the transfor-mation taking place as Rio prepares to host the2016 Summer Olympics. Stroll down the beachof the “Girl from Ipanema” and see lovelyFlamengo Park. Take a cable car ride to the topof Sugarloaf for mesmerizing views of the coast-line and rollingforest. Tonight,learn how tocraft caiprinihas- Brazil’s famouscocktail madewith sugar caneliquor and lime- before having dinner with your fellow travelers. (D)

Day 3: Rio de Janeiro Experience theenchanting “Marvelous City” your way with afull day at leisure to explore or simply soak upthe sun. Tonight, hear for yourself why Rio,the birthplace of the Bossa Nova, is hailed asone of the world’s music capitals with an excitingoptional night on the town. (B)

Day 4: Rio de Janeiro The morning is yoursto enjoy the energy of Rio. This afternoon, ascendCorcovado by train to Christ the Redeemer, oneof the largest Art Deco statues in the world.Enjoy panoramic vistas of Tijuca Forest NationalPark and the city below. View Maracanã FootballStadium – host to soccer’s 2014 World Cup –and the enchanting Botanical Gardens. Thisevening, indulge in a “Churrascaria” feast ofmarinated and barbecued meats. (B, D)

Day 5: Rio de Janeiro - Iguazu Falls Flyto Iguazu Falls, located at the crossroads ofBrazil, Argentina and Paraguay and heralded asthe most beautiful waterfall in the world. Enjoy

a walking tour of the Brazilian side of IguazuFalls. This afternoon choose an optional jungleboat ride at the base of the falls or relax atyour resort. Unwind at dinner in this tranquilsetting. (B, D)

Day 6: Iguazu Falls Board the RainforestEcological Train inside the national park onthe Argentine side and walk to the platformoverlooking powerful Devil’s Throat. Discoverunparalleled views of five waterfalls as theyplummet into the Iguazu River. The remainder

of the day isyours to explorethese spectacularsurroundings.(B)

Day 7: IguazuFalls -Mendoza,

Argentina Journey to the land of sol y vino –sun and wine – Argentina’s wine country,where vineyards and olive groves flourish.Mendoza produces 70% of Argentina’s grapesand wines, with a viniculture history datingback to the 16th century. The Malbec grapehas made Argentine wine cherished around theworld. A vast network of Incan aqueducts anddykes makes the most of the annual six inchesof rain to transform the city into an oasis.Settle into your hotel after dinner. (B, D)

Day 8: Mendoza Tour the serene city ofMendoza and see the vast Parque General SanMartín and the lively central PlazaIndependencia. Indulge in a sample of the localItalian-inspired ice cream with a Mendocinotwist, such as vanilla with Malbec or peach withSyrah! There are said to be over 1,000 wineries(“bodegas”) in the fertile Maipú, Luján de Cuyoand Uco valleys. Revel in visits to three winerieson the wine route and enjoy a gourmet winepairing lunch and ample opportunities to samplethe bounty of the Argentine vineyards. (B, L)

Wonders ofSouth America

Travel by train to the top of CorcovadoMountain to see one of the new 7

Wonders of the World,Christ the Redeemer.

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January 11 $2749February 15 $2749March 1 $2849April 5, 12 $2849



May 1, 29 $3249July 31 $3249September 4, 11, 19, 26 $3249October 9, 23, 24 $3249November 3 $3249January 8, 16, 23 $3249February 6, 12, 20 $3249March 12, 27, 29 $3249April 2 $3249



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START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in Rio de Janeiro, Post night stay in BuenosAires: call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Set out on a Brazilian Amazon adventure that includesthree nights at an eco-lodge. Travel via canoe as you searchfor capybara and caimans; visit the Monkey Jungle Reserve;spot howler monkeys and toucans in the tree; and cruise tothe famous “Meeting of the Waters.” You will even enjoy anextra night in Rio! (see page 76 for details)


Airport taxes/fees to be paid in local currencies upon entering and exiting countries are approximately $30USD.

Passengers may have to pay an entrance fee (approx.$140 USD for US/Canadian citizens) upon arrival intoArgentina. Fee is subject to change at the discretion of the Argentinean government and is valid for the lifeof the passport.

This tour may require a certificate of Yellow Fever inoculation when applying for your Brazilian Visa especially if you have traveled to Peru prior to Brazil.

Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recommended. Contact your local travel clinic or personalphysician for specific details.

Due to flight schedules, a pre/post night may be required in some gateway cities (at an additional cost). Please inquire at time of booking.

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Day 10: Buenos Aires Today is yours toexplore the cultural delights of Buenos Aires.Visit a local market, art museum or spend theafternoon at an elegant sidewalk café. Or per-haps choose to cross the Argentine Pampas toexperience the culture of Argentina’s gauchos ata typical estancia and enjoy a hearty asado lunch– a typical Argentine barbeque. This evening,savor typical Argentine cuisine and wine beforeembracing the art of the dance that has madeBuenos Aires famous – a stunning tango per-formance. You can even try some of your ownsteps during an included tango lesson! (B, D)

Day 11: Buenos Aires - Tour Ends Transferto the airport for your flight home. (B)

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• Iguazu Falls offers breathtaking viewsas you enjoy leisurely walking tours onboth the Brazilian and Argentine sides.

• Indulge in a gourmet lunch with winepairing at a bodega in Mendoza on theLos Caminos del Vino wine route.

• After a delicious meal of gourmetArgentine cuisine and wine, enjoy thetraditional dance of Argentina at atango show in Buenos Aires.

• Take a Carioca’s tour of Rio, including thefamed Ipanema and Copacabanabeaches.



CLASSIC TOURING

BRAZIL • ARGENTINA

imagine YOURSELF...

Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, 3 nightsPestana Rio Atlantica, Copacabana Beach

Iguazu, 2 nightsBourbon Cataratas Resort &Convention Center, Foz do Iguazuor Panoramic Hotel, Puérto Iguazu

Mendoza, 2 nightsHotel Huentala Boutique

Buenos Aires, 2 nightsPanamericano Hotel & Resort


enjoy YOUR STAY


NEW for 2013


Day 2: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - TourBeginsWelcome to Rio de Janeiro!Magnificent views, beautiful beaches, flamboy-ant Carnival costumes, great cuisine andfriendly people make Rio the cultural capitalof Brazil. Witness the transformation takingplace as Rio prepares to host the 2016Summer Olympics. Stroll down the beach ofthe “Girl from Ipanema” and see lovelyFlamengo Park. Take a cable car ride to thetop of Sugarloaf for mesmerizing views of thecoastline and rolling forest. Tonight, learn howto craft caiprinihas – Brazil’s famous cocktailmade with sugarcane liquor and lime - beforehaving dinner with your fellowtravelers. (D)

Day 3: Rio deJaneiro Experience the enchanting“Marvelous City” your way with a full day atleisure to explore or simply soak up the sun.Tonight, hear for yourself why Rio, the birth-place of the Bossa Nova, is hailed as one of theworld’s music capitals with an exciting optionalnight on the town. (B)


Day 5: Rio de Janeiro - Iguazu Falls Flyto Iguazu Falls, located at the crossroads ofBrazil, Argentina and Paraguay and heralded as

the most beautiful waterfall in the world.Enjoy a walking tour of the Brazilian side ofIguazu Falls. This afternoon choose an option-al jungle boat ride at the base of the falls orrelax at your resort. Unwind at dinner in thistranquil setting. (B, D)

Day 6: Iguazu Falls Board the RainforestEcological Train inside the national park onthe Argentine side and walk to the platformoverlooking powerful Devil’s Throat. Discoverunparalleled views of five waterfalls as theyplummet into the Iguazu River. The remain-der of the day is yours to explore these spec-tacular surroundings. (B)

Day 7: IguazuFalls - Mendoza,ArgentinaJourney to the landof sol y vino – sunand wine –Argentina’s wine

country, where vineyards and olive grovesflourish. Mendoza produces 70% ofArgentina’s grapes and wines, with a vinicul-ture history dating back to the 16th century.The Malbec grape has made Argentine winecherished around the world. A vast network ofIncan aqueducts and dykes makes the most ofthe annual six inches of rain to transform thecity into an oasis. Settle into your hotel afterdinner. (B, D)

Day 8: Mendoza Tour the serene city ofMendoza and see the vast Parque General SanMartín and the lively central PlazaIndependencia. Indulge in a sample of thelocal Italian-inspired ice cream with aMendocino twist, such as vanilla with Malbecor peach with Syrah! There are said to be over1,000 wineries (“bodegas”) in the fertileMaipú, Luján de Cuyo and Uco valleys. Revelin visits to three wineries on the wine routeand enjoy a gourmet wine pairing lunch and

Treasuresof South America

Enjoy breathtaking views as youtravel by train through theAndes to Machu Picchu.

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May 2013 - April 2014 DOUBLEMay 1, 29 $5448July 31 $5448September 4, 11 $5448October 9, 23 $5448January 8 $5448February 12 $5448March 12, 29 $5448April 2 $5448



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Airport taxes/fees to be paid in local currencies upon entering and exiting countries are approximately $30 USD.

Passengers may have to pay an entrance fee (approx.$140 USD for US/Canadian citizens) upon arrival intoArgentina. Fee is subject to change at the discretion of the Argentinean government and is valid for the life of the passport.

This tour may require a certificate of Yellow Fever inoculation when applying for your Brazilian Visa especially if you have travelled to Peru prior to Brazil.

In order not to miss any tour inclusions on Day 18, departure flights should be booked for very late evening that same day or the early morning hours of Day 19.

Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recommended. Please contact your local travel clinic orpersonal physician.


travel journalample opportunities to sample the bounty of theArgentine vineyards. (B, L)

Day 9: Mendoza - Buenos Aires Fly toBuenos Aires, birthplace of the tango. Stretchingalong the banks of the Rio de la Plata, the “Parisof South America” is a mosaic of European-styledarchitecture and South American spirit. Enjoy atour of the capital. See the lavish Teatro Colonopera house, the Avenida 9 de Julio; RecoletaCemetery, where Evita Peron rests; the PresidentialPalace, the Casa Rosada; the colorful La Bocaneighborhood, and the historic San Telmo barrio.Later, stroll through San Martin Park or Calle deFlorida, a shopper’s paradise. Tonight, enjoy aninteractive presentation from a local residentwhere you can ask questions about daily life inBuenos Aires. A reception follows (B)

Day 10: Buenos Aires Today is yours toexplore the cultural delights of Buenos Aires.Visit a local market, art museum or spend theafternoon at an elegant sidewalk café. Or perhapschoose to cross the Argentine Pampas to experi-ence the culture of Argentina’s gauchos at a typicalestancia and enjoy a hearty asado lunch – a typical Argentine barbeque. This evening, savor typical Argentine cuisine and wine beforeembracing the art of the dance that has madeBuenos Aires famous – a stunning tango per-formance. You can even try some of your ownsteps during an included tango lesson! (B, D)

Day 11: Buenos Aires - Lima, Peru Travelto Peru, one of the treasures of South America.The enduring cultures and breathtaking beautyof the Andes await. Travel through this intrigu-

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• Enjoy a walk through the Argentineand Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls,marveling at the powerful Devil’s Throat.

• Experience the “Paris of South America”when you immerse in the culture,cuisine and traditions of Buenos Aires.

• Savor the local cuisine during anexclusive culinary demonstrationat your luxury hotel at the base ofMachu Picchu.



CLASSIC TOURING

BRAZIL • ARGENTINAPERU

imagine YOURSELF...

Peruvian locals


Iguazu, 2 nightsBourbon Cataratas Resort &Convention Center, Foz do Iguazu or Panoramic Hotel, Puerto Iguazu


Buenos Aires, 2 nightsPanamericano Hotel & Resort

Lima, 2 nightsDoubletree El Pardo



Cuzco, 2 nightsSonesta Hotel


enjoy YOUR STAY

START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in Rio de Janeiro, Post night stay in Lima; call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Start your adventure in the Brazilian Amazon. Experience lifein the rainforest on the banks of the Rio Trauma. After your touryou may set out a journey of discovery to legendary EasterIsland or the Peruvian Amazon. (see pages 76 and 77 for details)


Rio de Janeiro

ing land visiting some of the world’s most leg-endary sites, including Machu Picchu, the“Lost City of the Incas.” Arrive late thisevening in Lima, the “City of Kings.” (B)

Day 12: Lima Today enjoy a fascinating citytour through the historical center of Lima, aUNESCO World Heritage site. Admire theartwork at San Francisco Monastery and enterthe catacombs. View the Government Center,the Plaza de Armas’s elegant Cathedral, anabundance of colonial architecture, and thefashionable suburbs of San Isidro andMiraflores for insight into the daily life of theLimeños. This evening, join your fellow travel-ers for a dinner showcasing Peru’s deliciouscuisine and festive entertainment. (B, D)

Day 13: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley ofthe Incas Fly to Cuzco, in the heart of theInca civilization. Board your coach to descendthrough the Andes to the majestic SacredValley of the Incas, the agricultural center oftheir grand empire. Learn the centuries-oldmethods of spinning, dyeing and weavingAndean traditional textiles during a visit toAwana Kancha, a living museum of thePeruvian Andes. After a short lesson on thelocal language, stop in Pisac village to browsethe colorful handicraft market. A visit to PabloSeminario Ceramic Studio teaches you aboutthis internationally renowned artist’s tech-niques and designs, inspired by ancient

Peruvian cultures. Settle in this evening atyour hotel nestled in the heart of the SacredValley. (B, D)

Day 14: Sacred Valley of the Incas -Ollantaytambo - Sacred Valley of theInca Experience the lifestyle of the modernAndean people and delve into their culturewhen you travel to a nearby community andinteract with the locals. This afternoon, visitthe spectacular Ollantaytambo ruins, the onlyInca settlement that has been continuallyinhabited since its inception. A unique ter-raced complex topped with carved stone pan-els, these ruins reflect ancient Incan architec-ture and heritage. Do as the locals do andenjoy a tasting of “chicha,” a unique regionaldrink made from maize, at a local pub. (B)

Day 15: Sacred Valley of the Incas -Machu Picchu Climb aboard the MachuPicchu train for breathtaking views throughdomed windows as you ride through theAndes to the “Lost City of the Incas.” Hiddenby mountains and semi-tropical jungle, MachuPicchu is considered the most spectacular sightin South America. Spend the afternoon withyour guide uncovering the mysteries of thesemajestic ruins. Tonight, stay at the base ofMachu Picchu for a chance to further soak upits atmosphere. Enjoy an exclusive culinarydemonstration before dinner. (B, D)

Day 16: Machu Picchu - Cuzco Withleisure time this morning, you may return toMachu Picchu on your own or explore thelocal markets. Return by train to the SacredValley and continue to Cuzco, a city thatblends Inca and Spanish colonial influences.

En route to Cuzco, meet Peruvian children at an orphanage supported by theCollette Foundation. (B)

Day 17: Cuzco Explore the former capital ofthe Inca Empire during a colonial city tourand experience the architectural legacy visiblein the Cathedral, Santo Domingo and thePlaza de Armas. Discover the important sacredIncan ruins of Sacsayhuaman Fortress. Thisafternoon you may choose to join an optionalexcursion to explore the enigmatic Inca ter-races at Maras and the salt mines of Moray.This evening, enjoy a dinner and performanceof traditional Andean folkloric music anddance. (B, D)

Day 18: Cuzco - Tour Ends Join your guidethis morning for a visit to the CentroArtesanal Cuzco market. Browse the colorfuldisplays of textiles, pottery and jewelry. Or,enjoy some leisure time to explore the San Blasartisans quarter or visit one of the manyimpressive museums. Later, transfer to the air-port for your flight. (B)

Machu Picchu

Day 1: Lima, Peru - Tour Begins Welcometo Peru, one of the treasures of South America.The enduring cultures and breathtaking beau-ty of the Andes await. Travel through thisintriguing land visiting some of the world’smost legendary sites, including Machu Picchu,the “Lost City of the Incas.” Arrive late thisevening in Lima, the “City of Kings.”

Day 2: Lima Enjoy a fascinating city tourthrough the historical center of Lima, aUNESCO World Heritage site. Admire theartwork at San Francisco Monastery and enterthe catacombs.View theGovernmentCenter, thePlaza deArmas’s elegantCathedral, anabundance ofcolonial architecture, and the fashionable sub-urbs of San Isidro and Miraflores for insightinto the daily life of the Limeños. Thisevening, join your fellow travelers for a dinnershowcasing Peru’s delicious cuisine and festiveentertainment. (B, D)

Day 3: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley ofthe Incas Fly to Cuzco, in the heart of theInca civilization. Board your coach to descendthrough the Andes to the majestic SacredValley of the Incas, the agricultural center oftheir grand empire. Learn the centuries-oldmethods of spinning, dyeing and weavingAndean traditional textiles during a visit toAwana Kancha, a living museum of thePeruvian Andes. After a short lesson on thelocal language, stop in Pisac village to browsethe colorful handicraft market. A visit to PabloSeminario Ceramic Studio teaches you aboutthis internationally renowned artist’s tech-niques and designs, inspired by ancientPeruvian cultures. Settle in this evening at

your hotel nestled in the heart of the SacredValley. (B, D)

Day 4: Sacred Valley of the Incas -Ollantaytambo - Sacred Valley of theIncas Experience the lifestyle of the modernAndean people and delve into their culturewhen you travel to a nearby community andinteract with the locals. This afternoon, visitthe spectacular Ollantaytambo ruins, the onlyInca settlement that has been continuallyinhabited since its inception. A unique ter-raced complex topped with carved stone pan-

els, these ruinsreflect ancientIncan archi-tecture andheritage. Doas the localsdo and enjoya tasting of

“chicha,” a unique regional drink made frommaize, at a local pub. (B)

Day 5: Sacred Valley of the Incas -Machu Picchu Climb aboard the Machu

Sacsayhuaman Fortress

PERU: ANCIENTLAND OF MYSTERIES

Experience the adventure of a lifetimeas you journey to Machu Picchu, “LostCity of the Incas.”

CLASSIC TOURING

8 DAYS • 11 MEALS



January 22, 29 $2749February 26 $2749March 5, 12 $2749April 16, 23 $2749



May 11 $2199June 8 $2199August 10 $2199September 14, 21 $2199October 5, 12, 19 $2199November 2, 9, 19 $2199January 18 $2199February 1, 8, 22 $2199March 8, 22 $2199April 8, 12 $2199

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EXTEND YOUR TRIP:This is your chance to travel out to Easter Island, a placemost people have only read about. The same is true forthe magical Peruvian Amazon, one of the world’s mostpristine environments. (see pages 76 and 77 for details)

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Day 6: Machu Picchu - Cuzco With leisuretime this morning, you may return to MachuPicchu on your own or explore the local markets.Return by train to the Sacred Valley and continueto Cuzco, a city that blends Inca and Spanishcolonial influences. En route to Cuzco, meet

Peruvian children at an orphanage supported by the Collette Foundation. (B)

Day 7: Cuzco Explore the former capital of theInca Empire during a colonial city tour andexperience the architectural legacy visible in theCathedral, Santo Domingo and the Plaza deArmas. Discover the important sacred Incanruins of Sacsayhuaman Fortress. This afternoonyou may choose to join an optional excursion toexplore the enigmatic Inca terraces at Maras andthe salt mines of Moray. This evening, enjoy adinner and performance of traditional Andeanfolkloric music and dance. (B, D)

Day 8: Cuzco - Tour Ends Join your guidethis morning for a visit to the Centro ArtesanalCuzco market. Browse the colorful displays oftextiles, pottery and jewelry. Or, enjoy someleisure time to explore the San Blas artisansquarter or visit one of the many impressivemuseums. Later, transfer to the airport for yourflight. (B)


Due to flight schedules, a post night may be required in Miami (at an additional cost). Please inquire at timeof booking.

Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recommend-ed to participate on this tour. Please contact your local travel clinic or personal physician for specific details.

In order not to miss any tour inclusions on Day 8, departure flights should be booked for very late eveningthat same day or the early morning hours of Day 9.

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• Enjoy breathtaking views throughdomed cars on the famed MachuPicchu train as you voyage through the Andes to Machu Picchu.

• Learn centuries-old Andean methods ofspinning, dyeing and weavingtraditional textiles with a visit to a living museum of the Peruvian Andes.

• Explore the colourful markets of Peru, including the famous Pisac village market.

• Savour the local cuisine during anexclusive culinary demonstration atyour luxury hotel at the base of MachuPicchu.

• Enjoy a dinner and performance oftraditional Andean folkloric music anddance.

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Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina - TourBegins Welcome to Buenos Aires, birthplaceof the tango. This evening meet your fellowtravelers for dinner. (D)

Day 3: Buenos Aires - Bariloche LeaveBuenos Aires and fly to San Carlos de Bariloche,situated in northern Patagonia. (B, D)

Day 4: Bariloche Embark on the renownedCircuito Chico tour of Bariloche and soak in thepanoramic vistas of the picturesque mountainsfrom the top of Cerro Campanario. Surroundyourself in the beauty of this German-influencedvillage andindulge in thecity’s famouslydecadent choco-late during avisit to a choco-late factory. (B)

Day 5: Bariloche - Puerto Varas (LakeDistrict), Chile The inspiring beauty of thesouthern Andes unfolds as you travel fromArgentina to Chile via a series of lake cruisesacross lakes Mahuel Huapi, Frias and Todas losSantos as well as a drive through SouthAmerica’s first national park, Parque NacionalLanin. End your day in the lakeside village ofPuerto Varas. (B, D)

Day 6: Puerto Varas - Puerto Montt -Santiago Immerse yourself in the beauty of the extraordinary Lake District. In the Angelmofishing village, take a stroll through the fish market. View the unique cathedral and strollthrough the handicraft market. Continue toPuerto Montt where you board your flight toSantiago. This evening, join your fellow travelersfor dinner and traditional folklore show. (B, D)

Day 7: Santiago - Maipo Valley - SantiagoTour Santiago. Ride the cable car up Cerro SanCristobal for views of Santiago and the Andes

and admire the Statue of the ImmaculateConception. Interact with the locals at abustling market. Venture into Chile’s renownedwine country where you’ll spend the afternoontouring a bodega and sampling some of thevarietals which make this region famous. Latethis afternoon, complete your journey with agourmet meal of Chilean favorites in this beau-tiful countryside setting. (B, L)

Day 8: Santiago - Lima, Peru Fly to Peru. (B)

Day 9: Lima Today enjoy a city tour throughthe historical center of Lima, a UNESCOWorld Heritage site. Admire the artwork at

San FranciscoMonastery and enter the catacombs.View theGovernmentCenter, thePlaza de

Armas’s elegant Cathedral, an abundance ofcolonial architecture, and the fashionable suburbs of San Isidro and Miraflores. Thisevening, join your fellow travelers for a dinnershowcasing Peru’s delicious cuisine and festiveentertainment. (B, D)

Day 10: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley ofthe Incas Fly to Cuzco. Board your coach todescend through the Andes to the majesticSacred Valley of the Incas. Learn the centuries-old methods of spinning, dyeing and weavingAndean traditional textiles during a visit toAwana Kancha, a living museum of the PeruvianAndes. After a short lesson on the local language,stop in Pisac village to browse the colorful hand-icraft market. A visit to Pablo Seminario CeramicStudio teaches you about this internationallyrenowned artist’s techniques and designs. (B, D)

Day 11: Sacred Valley of the Incas -Ollantaytambo - Sacred Valley of the IncaExperience the lifestyle of the modern Andean

Behold the dramatic beauty of theworld-renowned Lake Crossing of theAndes between Argentina and Chile.

NEW for 2013

Journey Throughthe Andes

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September 2013 - April 2014 DOUBLE

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travel journalpeople and delve into their culture when you travelto a nearby community and interact with the locals.This afternoon, visit the Ollantaytambo ruins.Enjoy a tasting of “chicha,” a unique regionaldrink made from maize, at a local pub. (B)

Day 12: Sacred Valley of the Incas - MachuPicchu Climb aboard the Machu Picchu train forbreathtaking views through domed windows as youride through the Andes to the “Lost City of theIncas.” Spend the afternoon with your guide uncov-ering the mysteries of these majestic ruins. Enjoy anexclusive culinary demonstration before dinner. (B, D)

Day 13: Machu Picchu - Cuzco With leisuretime this morning, you may return to MachuPicchu on your own or explore the local markets.Return by train to the Sacred Valley and continueto Cuzco, a city that blends Inca and Spanish

colonial influences. • En route to Cuzco, meetPeruvian children at an orphanage supported

by the Collette Foundation. (B)

Day 14: Cuzco Explore the former capital ofthe Inca Empire during a colonial city tour.Discover the important sacred Incan ruins ofSacsayhuaman Fortress. This evening, enjoy adinner and performance of traditional Andeanfolkloric music and dance. (B, D)

Day 15: Cuzco - Tour Ends Join your guidethis morning for a visit to the Centro ArtesanalCuzco market. Browse the colorful displays oftextiles, pottery and jewelry. Or, enjoy someleisure time to explore the San Blas artisansquarter or visit one of the many impressivemuseums. Later, transfer to the airport for yourflight. (B)

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• Enjoy breathtaking views through domedcars on the famed Machu Picchu train.

• Visit a living museum of the PeruvianAndes.

• Enjoy dinner and a performance oftraditional Andean folkloric musicand dance.



CLASSIC TOURING

ARGENTINA • CHILE • PERU

imagine YOURSELF...

Cathedral of Santo Domingo, Cuzco

Buenos Aires, 1 nightPanamericano

Bariloche, 2 nightsPanamericano Resort

Puerto Varas, 1 nightCabaña del Lago Hotel



Yucay, Sacred Valley, 2 nightsSonesta Posada del Inca

Aguas Calientes, 1 nightSumaq Machu Picchu



enjoy YOUR STAY

START AND END YOUR VACATION RESTED: Pre night stay in Buenos Aires, Post night stay in Lima; call for details.


EXTEND YOUR TRIP:This is your chance to travel out to Easter Island, a placemost people have only read about. The same is true forthe magical Peruvian Amazon, one of the world’s mostpristine environments. (see pages 76 and 77 for details)

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Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina - TourBegins Welcome to Buenos Aires, birthplaceof the tango. Explore the European architec-ture, wide boulevards and charming cafés thatearned it the moniker of “Paris of SouthAmerica.” Stay on the historic Avenida 9 deJulio, just a short walk from the boutiques ofCalle Florida,a popularpedestrianstreet. Takeadvantage ofthe opportu-nity to get to know thisamazing city. Perhaps you will visit a localmarket, art museum or spend the afternoon at an elegant sidewalk café. This evening meetyour fellow travelers for dinner. (D)

Day 3: Buenos Aires - Bariloche LeaveBuenos Aires and fly to the beautiful Alpinevillage of San Carlos de Bariloche, situated innorthern Patagonia, a spectacular region full ofnatural wonders. A bustling ski resort in winter,“Little Switzerland” borders the shores of stun-ning Lake Nahuel Huapi. Before dinner youmay choose to browse the many handicraftshops or take a stroll along the scenic lakepath. (B, D)

Day 4: Bariloche Embark on the renownedCircuito Chico tour of Bariloche and soak inthe panoramic vistas of the picturesque moun-tains from the top of Cerro Campanario.Surround yourself in the beauty of thisGerman- influenced village and indulge in the city’s famously decadent chocolate duringa visit to a chocolate factory. (B)

Day 5: Bariloche - Puerto Varas (LakeDistrict), Chile The legendary lake crossingawaits! The inspiring beauty of the southern

Andes unfolds as you travel from Argentina toChile via a series of lake cruises across lakesMahuel Huapi, Frias and Todas los Santos aswell as a drive through South America’s firstnational park, Parque Nacional Lanin. Marvelat the mountain peaks, cascading waterfallsand indigo-colored lakes. End your day in thelakeside village of Puerto Varas, known for itsseafood and German cuisine. Enjoy panoramic

views of OsornoVolcano fromyour elegantmountain resortoverlooking LakeLlanquihue. (B, D)

Day 6: Puerto Varas - Puerto Montt -Santiago Immerse yourself in the beauty ofthe extraordinary Lake District. In the ener-getic Angelmo fishing village, take a strollthrough the fish market to experience the fla-vors of southern Chile and the daily activitiesof the locals. View the unique cathedral, builtentirely of redwood, and stroll through thelocal handicraft market. Continue to theGerman-inspired seaport town of Puerto

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Day 7: Santiago - Maipo Valley - SantiagoTour Santiago, viewing such sights as the LaMoneda Presidential Palace and Paseo Ahumadapedestrian avenue. Ride the cable car up CerroSan Cristobal for sweeping views of Santiago andthe Andes and admire the Statue of theImmaculate Conception. Interact with the localsat a bustling market where delicacies such asChilean sea bass are abundant. Venture intoChile’s renowned wine country where you’llspend the afternoon touring a bodega and sampling some of the varietals which make thisregion famous. Discover the bold taste of car-menère, the “lost” ancient cousin of the cabernetgrape that thrives in the climate created by steep

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• Learn why Bariloche, nestled amonglakes and mountains, is known as“Little Switzerland.”

• Enjoy a visit to a chocolate factory.• Behold the dramatic beauty of theworld-renowned lake crossing of theAndes between Argentina and Chile.

• Visit the fishing village of Angelmo andits local fish market.

• Relish renowned Chilean wines duringa tour of a bodega and learn about thewinemaking process.



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EXTEND YOUR TRIP:Explore more of South America. This post tour extensionoffers 3 nights on legendary Easter Island, home of theiconic Moai statues that still baffle researchers.(see page 76 for details)

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Day 2: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Tour BeginsWelcome to Rio de Janeiro! Magnificent views,beautiful beaches, flamboyant Carnival costumes,great cuisine and friendly people make Rio thecultural capital of Brazil. Witness the transfor-mation taking place as Rio prepares to host the2016 Summer Olympics. Stroll down the beachof the “Girl from Ipanema” and see lovelyFlamengo Park. Take a cable car ride to the topof Sugarloaf for mesmerizing views of the coast-line and rollingforest. Tonight,learn how tocraft caiprinihas– Brazil’sfamous cocktailmade withsugar caneliquor and lime - before having dinner withyour fellow travelers. (D)

Day 3: Rio de Janeiro Experience theenchanting “Marvelous City” your way with afull day at leisure to explore or simply soak upthe sun. Tonight, hear for yourself why Rio,the birthplace of the Bossa Nova, is hailed asone of the world’s music capitals with an excitingoptional night on the town. (B)


Day 5: Rio de Janeiro - Iguazu Falls Fly toIguazu Falls, located at the crossroads of Brazil,Argentina and Paraguay and heralded as the

most beautiful waterfall in the world. Enjoy awalking tour of the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls.This afternoon choose an optional jungle boatride at the base of the falls or relax at your resort.Unwind at dinner in this tranquil setting. (B, D)

Day 6: Iguazu Falls Board the RainforestEcological Train inside the national park on theArgentine side and walk to the platform over-looking powerful Devil’s Throat. Discoverunparalleled views of five waterfalls as they plum-met into the Iguazu River. The remainder of the

day is yours toexplore thesespectacular sur-roundings. (B)

Day 7:Iguazu Falls -Mendoza,Argentina

Journey to the land of sol y vino – sun and wine– Argentina’s wine country, where vineyardsand olive groves flourish. Mendoza produces70% of Argentina’s grapes and wines, with aviniculture history dating back to the 16thcentury. The Malbec grape has made Argentinewine cherished around the world. A vast net-work of Incan aqueducts and dykes makes themost of the annual six inches of rain to trans-form the city into an oasis. Settle into yourhotel after dinner. (B, D)

Day 8: Mendoza Tour the serene city ofMendoza and see the vast Parque General SanMartín and the lively central Plaza Independencia.Indulge in a sample of the local Italian-inspiredice cream with a Mendocino twist, such as vanillawith Malbec or peach with Syrah! There aresaid to be over 1,000 wineries (“bodegas”) inthe fertile Maipú, Luján de Cuyo and Uco valleys. Revel in visits to three wineries on thewine route and enjoy a gourmet wine pairinglunch and ample opportunities to sample thebounty of the Argentine vineyards. (B, L)

Learn why Bariloche, nestled amonglakes and mountains, is knownas “Little Switzerland.”

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travel journalDay 9: Mendoza - Buenos Aires Fly to BuenosAires, birthplace of the tango. Stretching along thebanks of the Rio de la Plata, the “Paris of SouthAmerica” is a mosaic of European-styled architectureand South American spirit. Enjoy a tour of the cap-ital. See the lavish Teatro Colon opera house, theAvenida 9 de Julio; Recoleta Cemetery, where EvitaPeron rests; the Presidential Palace, the Casa Rosada;the colorful La Boca neighborhood, and the historicSan Telmo barrio. Later, stroll through San MartinPark or Calle de Florida, a shopper’s paradise.Tonight, enjoy an interactive presentation from alocal resident where you can ask questions aboutdaily life in Buenos Aires. A reception follows. (B)

Day 10: Buenos Aires Today is yours to explorethe cultural delights of Buenos Aires. Visit a localmarket, art museum or spend the afternoon at an

elegant sidewalk café. Or perhaps choose to crossthe Argentine Pampas to experience the culture ofArgentina’s gauchos at a typical estancia and enjoya hearty asado lunch – a typical Argentine barbeque.This evening, savor typical Argentine cuisine andwine before embracing the art of the dance thathas made Buenos Aires famous – a stunning tangoperformance. You can even try some of your ownsteps during an included tango lesson! (B, D)

Day 11: Buenos Aires Today is yours to explorethe city on your own. Perhaps you will chooseto spend the day discovering the city’s naturalbeauty at the Botanic Garden, the Zoo, or theJapanese Garden. This evening join your fellowtravelers for dinner. (B, D)

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• Experience a gourmet wine pairinglunch and visits to bodegas in Mendoza.

• Enjoy a visit to a chocolate factory.• Behold the dramatic beauty of theworld-renowned Lake Crossing of theAndes between Argentina and Chile.

• Enjoy breathtaking views throughdomed cars on the famed MachuPicchu train as you voyage through theAndes to Machu Picchu.

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EXTEND YOUR TRIP:This is your chance! See with your own eyes the iconic Moaistatues on legendary Easter Island. You can also seize theday and explore the Brazilian or Peruvian Amazon onseparate adventures. (see pages 76 and 77 for details)



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lage of San Carlos de Bariloche, situated innorthern Patagonia, a spectacular region full ofnatural wonders. A bustling ski resort in winter,“Little Switzerland” borders the shores of stun-ning Lake Nahuel Huapi. Before dinner youmay choose to browse the many handicraft shopsor take a stroll along the scenic lake path. (B, D)

Day 13: Bariloche Embark on the renownedCircuito Chico tour of Bariloche and soak inthe panoramic vistas of the picturesque moun-tains from the top of Cerro Campanario.Surround yourself in the beauty of this German-influenced village and indulge in the city’sfamously decadent chocolate during a visit toa chocolate factory. (B)

Day 14: Bariloche - Puerto Varas (LakeDistrict), Chile The legendary lake crossingawaits! The inspiring beauty of the southernAndes unfolds as you travel from Argentina toChile via a series of lake cruises across lakesMahuel Huapi, Frias and Todas los Santos aswell as a drive through South America’s firstnational park, Parque Nacional Lanin. Marvelat the mountain peaks, cascading waterfalls andindigo-colored lakes. End your day in the lake-side village of Puerto Varas, known for its seafoodand German cuisine. Enjoy panoramic viewsof Osorno Volcano from your elegant mountainresort overlooking Lake Llanquihue. (B, D)

Day 15: Puerto Varas - Puerto Montt -Santiago Immerse yourself in the beauty ofthe extraordinary Lake District. In the energeticAngelmo fishing village, take a stroll through thefish market to experience the flavors of southernChile and the daily activities of the locals. Viewthe unique cathedral, built entirely of redwood,and stroll through the local handcraft market.Continue to the German-inspired seaport townof Puerto Montt where you board your flightto cosmopolitan Santiago, Chile’s vibrant capi-tal city. This evening, join your fellow travelersfor dinner and traditional folklore show. (B, D)

Day 16: Santiago - Maipo Valley - SantiagoTour Santiago, viewing such sights as the LaMoneda Presidential Palace and Paseo Ahumada

pedestrian avenue. Ride the cable car up CerroSan Cristobal for sweeping views of Santiagoand the Andes and admire the Statue of theImmaculate Conception. Interact with the localsat a bustling market where delicacies such asChilean sea bass are abundant. Venture intoChile’s renowned wine country where you’ll spendthe afternoon touring a bodega and samplingsome of the varietals which make this regionfamous. Discover the bold taste of carmenère,the “lost” ancient cousin of the cabernet grapethat thrives in the climate created by steep Andeanvalleys. Late this afternoon, complete yourjourney with a gourmet meal of Chilean favoritesin this beautiful countryside setting. (B, L)

Day 17: Santiago - Lima, Peru Travel to Peru,one of the treasures of South America. The endur-ing cultures and breathtaking beauty of the Andesawait. Travel through this intriguing land visit-ing some of the world’s most legendary sites,including Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of theIncas.” Arrive in Lima, the “City of Kings.” (B)

Day 18: Lima Today enjoy a fascinating citytour through the historical center of Lima, aUNESCO World Heritage site. Admire theartwork at San Francisco Monastery and enterthe catacombs. View the Government Center,the Plaza de Armas’s elegant Cathedral, anabundance of colonial architecture, and thefashionable suburbs of San Isidro and Mirafloresfor insight into the daily life of the Limeños.This evening, join your fellow travelers for adinner showcasing Peru’s delicious cuisine andfestive entertainment. (B, D)

Day 19: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley ofthe Incas Fly to Cuzco, in the heart of theInca civilization. Board your coach to descendthrough the Andes to the majestic Sacred Valleyof the Incas, the agricultural center of their grandempire. Learn the centuries-old methods ofspinning, dyeing and weaving Andean traditionaltextiles during a visit to Awana Kancha, a livingmuseum of the Peruvian Andes. After a shortlesson on the local language, stop in Pisac villageto browse the colorful handicraft market. A visit

to Pablo Seminario Ceramic Studio teaches youabout this internationally renowned artist’s tech-niques and designs, inspired by ancient Peruviancultures. Settle in this evening at your hotelnestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley. (B, D)

Day 20: Sacred Valley of the Incas -Ollantaytambo - Sacred Valley of theInca Experience the lifestyle of the modernAndean people and delve into their culturewhen you travel to a nearby community andinteract with the locals. This afternoon, visitthe spectacular Ollantaytambo ruins, the onlyInca settlement that has been continuallyinhabited since its inception. A unique terracedcomplex topped with carved stone panels, theseruins reflect ancient Incan architecture andheritage. Do as the locals do and enjoy a tastingof “chicha,” a unique regional drink made frommaize, at a local pub. (B)

Day 21: Sacred Valley of the Incas -Machu Picchu Climb aboard the MachuPicchu train for breathtaking views throughdomed windows as you ride through theAndes to the “Lost City of the Incas.” Hiddenby mountains and semi-tropical jungle, MachuPicchu is considered the most spectacular sightin South America. Spend the afternoon withyour guide uncovering the mysteries of thesemajestic ruins. Tonight, stay at the base ofMachu Picchu for a chance to further soak upits atmosphere. Enjoy an exclusive culinarydemonstration before dinner. (B, D)

Day 22: Machu Picchu - CuzcoWith leisuretime this morning, you may return to MachuPicchu on your own or explore the local markets.Return by train to the Sacred Valley and con-tinue to Cuzco, a city that blends Inca andSpanish colonial influences. En route to Cuzco,

meet Peruvian children at an orphanagesupported by the Collette Foundation. (B)

Day 23: Cuzco Explore the former capital ofthe Inca Empire during a colonial city tour andexperience the architectural legacy visible in theCathedral, Santo Domingo and the Plaza deArmas. Discover the important sacred Incanruins of Sacsayhuaman Fortress. This afternoonyou may choose to join an optional excursionto explore the enigmatic Inca terraces at Marasand the salt mines of Moray. This evening, enjoya dinner and performance of traditional Andeanfolkloric music and dance. (B, D)

Day 24: Cuzco - Tour Ends Join your guidethis morning for a visit to the Centro ArtesanalCuzco market. Browse the colorful displays oftextiles, pottery and jewelry. Or, enjoy some lei-sure time to explore the San Blas artisans quarteror visit one of the many impressive museums.Later, transfer to the airport for your flight. (B)

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Day 2: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Tour BeginsWelcome to Rio de Janeiro! Stroll down thebeach of the “Girl from Ipanema” and see lovelyFlamengo Park. Take a cable car ride to thetop of Sugarloaf for mesmerizing views of thecoastline and rolling forest. Tonight, learn howto craft caiprinihas – Brazil’s famous cocktailmade with sugar cane liquor and lime - beforehaving dinner with your fellow travelers. (D)

Day 3: Rio deJaneiroExperience afull day atleisure. Tonight,hear for your-self why Rio,the birthplace of the Bossa Nova, is hailed asone of the world’s music capitals with an excit-ing optional night on the town. (B)

Day 4: Rio de Janeiro The morning is yoursto enjoy the energy of Rio. This afternoon, ascendCorcovado by train to Christ the Redeemer, oneof the largest Art Deco statues in the world. Thisevening, indulge in a “Churrascaria” feast ofmarinated and barbecued meats. (B, D)

Day 5: Rio de Janeiro - Iguazu Falls Flyto Iguazu Falls. Enjoy a walking tour of theBrazilian side of Iguazu Falls. (B, D)

Day 6: Iguazu Falls Board the RainforestEcological Train inside the national park on theArgentine side and walk to the platform over-looking powerful Devil’s Throat. The remainderof the day is yours to explore. (B)

Day 7: Iguazu Falls - Mendoza, ArgentinaJourney to the land of sol y vino – sun and wine– Argentina’s wine country. Settle into yourhotel after dinner. (B, D)

Day 8: Mendoza Tour the serene city ofMendoza and see the vast Parque General San

Martín and the lively central Plaza Independencia.Indulge in a sample of the local Italian-inspiredice cream with a Mendocino twist, such asvanilla with Malbec or peach with Syrah! Revelin visits to three wineries on the wine routeand enjoy a gourmet wine pairing lunch andample opportunities to sample the bounty ofthe Argentine vineyards. (B, L)

Day 9: Mendoza - Buenos Aires Fly toBuenos Aires, birthplace of the tango. Enjoy a

tour of thecapital. See thelavish TeatroColon operahouse, theAvenida 9 deJulio; RecoletaCemetery,

where Evita Peron rests; the PresidentialPalace, the Casa Rosada; the colorful La Bocaneighborhood, and the historic San Telmo barrio.Later, stroll through San Martin Park or Callede Florida, a shopper’s paradise. Tonight, enjoyan interactive presentation from a local residentwhere you can ask questions about daily life inBuenos Aires. A reception follows. (B)

Day 10: Buenos Aires Today is yours to exp-lore the cultural delights of Buenos Aires. Thisevening, savor typical Argentine cuisine and winebefore embracing the art of the dance that hasmade Buenos Aires famous – a stunning tangoperformance. You can even try some of yourown steps during an included tango lesson! (B, D)

Day 11: Buenos Aires Today is yours toexplore the city on your own. This eveningjoin your fellow travelers for dinner. (B, D)

Day 12: Buenos Aires - Bariloche LeaveBuenos Aires and fly to the beautiful Alpinevillage of San Carlos de Bariloche. (B, D)

Day 13: Bariloche Embark on the renownedCircuito Chico tour of Bariloche and soak in

Move to the rhythms of tango whenyou immerse in the culture, cuisine andtraditions of Buenos Aires.

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Day 14: Bariloche - Puerto Varas (LakeDistrict), Chile The legendary lake crossing awaits!Travel from Argentina to Chile via a series of lakecruises across lakes Mahuel Huapi, Frias and Todaslos Santos as well as a drive through South America’sfirst national park, Parque Nacional Lanin. End yourday in the lakeside village of Puerto Varas. (B, D)

Day 15: Puerto Varas - Puerto Montt -Santiago Immerse yourself in the beauty of theextraordinary Lake District. In the energetic Angelmofishing village, take a stroll through the fish marketto experience the flavors of southern Chile andthe daily activities of the locals. View the unique

cathedral and stroll through the local handicraftmarket. Continue to Puerto Montt where youboard your flight to cosmopolitan Santiago, Chile’svibrant capital city. This evening, join your fellowtravelers for dinner and traditional folklore show.(B, D)

Day 16: Santiago - Maipo Valley - SantiagoTour Santiago. Ride the cable car up Cerro SanCristobal for views of Santiago and the Andes andadmire the Statue of the Immaculate Conception.Interact with the locals at a bustling market. Ven-ture into Chile’s renowned wine country whereyou’ll spend the afternoon touring a bodega andsampling some of the varietals which make thisregion famous. (B, L)


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• The inspiring beauty of the southernAndes unfolds as you travel fromArgentina to Chile via a series of lake cruises.

• Take a cable car to Sugarloaf and enjoya breathtaking view of Rio de Janeiro.

• Enjoy a walk through the Argentineand Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls.

• Experience the flavor and history ofArgentina’s most famous wine, Malbec,during a gourmet wine pairing lunch.



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Day 1: Panama City, Panama - Tour Begins

Day 2: Panama City - Bocas del Toro IslandsFly to Bocas del Toro. The islands boast exoticbeaches, lush greenery, banana plantations and a

relaxed calypso lifestyle. Enjoy your stay at the PlayaTortuga Hotel and Beach Resort, on the island ofColon. Settle into island life with dinner featuringCaribbean cuisine. (B, D)

Day 3: Bocas del Toro Islands After breakfast, startyour exploration of the natural wonders of IslaBastimentos Marine National Park, a UNESCO WorldHeritage site. Explore Dolphin Bay by boat for a chanceto see these beautiful animals in their natural environ-ment. The adventure continues with a visit to CoralCay. Enjoy lunch at leisure. Continue by boat to RedFrog Beach. After a nature walk, take in the Caribbeanatmosphere at one of Bocas’ largest and most beau-tiful beaches. Return to your resort for dinner. (B, D)

Day 4: Bocas del Toro Islands - Panama CityVisit Bocas del Drago and Starfish Beach. Afterwards,

explore eclectic Bocas Town before flying back toPanama City where you begin the tour. (B)Please Note: In Bocas del Toro you will be traveling by small motorboats on excursions and should be reasonably fit in order to board comfortably.We recommend that all travelers be in reasonably good health and prepareproperly. Wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. This extension is hostedby a local representative. A minimum of 2 passengers is required to operatethis extension. Space is limited. The internal flights on this extension areincluded in the land price. Internal flights will be ticketed and distributed ontour by the local representative. The aircraft used on this extension are 24-seat planes. There is a strict weight allowance of 25 lbs. (12 kg) per personfor a maximum of 1 checked bag, and 5 lbs. for 1 carry-on bag, no excep-tions. Travelers may leave any large luggage at the Panama City hotel duringthe extension.

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Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina - Tour BeginsArrive in Buenos Aires. Enjoy the remainder of theday at leisure to explore.

Day 3: Buenos Aires - Iguazu Fly north toIguazu Falls, the stunning natural wonder located atthe crossroads of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay.Arrive on the Argentine side, which proudly boaststwo-thirds of the falls. Enjoy a walk through theArgentine falls. Marvel at these thundering water-falls which, taller than Niagara Falls, are comprisedof 275 distinctive cascades. The Panoramic HotelIguazú provides a full offering of amenities, sweepingviews of the meeting of the Iguazu and Parana riversand is centrally located in the town of Iguazu. (B, D)

Day 4: Iguazu Venture to the famous ThreeFrontiers landmark. Gaze upon the convergence ofthe Iguazu and Parana rivers. Return to the parkand ride the Rainforest Ecological Train to the startof the Circuito Superior and Inferior nature trails andcatwalk paths. Spend the remainder of the day

exploring these stunning surroundings. Perhapscross over to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls forthe phenomenal views. Relax tonight at dinner inthis tranquil, tropical setting. (B, D)

Day 5: Iguazu - Buenos Aires Return to BuenosAires to start your tour. (B)Please Note: This extension is hosted by a local representative who willprovide all included services. On Day 4 you will have the option to cross intoBrazil and tour the Brazilian side of the falls (at an additional cost). A Visa forBrazil (approximate visa cost is $140 USD) is required for this option andmust be secured before departure from your home country. Brazil may also require a certificate of Yellow Fever inoculation when applying for your Brazilian Visa. These fees are at your own expense. A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this extension to operate. Additional air segment purchases required.

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Day 15: Buenos Aires - Iguazu Fly north toIguazu Falls, the stunning natural wonder located atthe crossroads of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay.Enter the park in Argentina and enjoy a walk

through the Argentine falls. Marvel at the majesty ofthese thundering waterfalls which, taller thanNiagara Falls, are comprised of 275 distinctive cas-cades. The Panoramic Hotel Iguazú provides a fulloffering of amenities, sweeping views of the meet-ing of the Iguazu and Parana rivers, and is centrallylocated in the town of Iguazu. (D)

Day 16: Iguazu This morning venture to the famousThree Frontiers landmark to gaze upon the conver-gence of the Iguazu and Parana rivers. Return to thepark and ride the Rainforest Ecological Train to thestart of the Circuito Superior and Inferior nature trailsand catwalk paths. Enjoy up-close views from newvantage points. Spend the remainder of the dayexploring these stunning surroundings, or perhapscross over to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. Relaxtonight at dinner in this tranquil, tropical setting. (B, D)

Day 17: Iguazu - Buenos Aires Return to BuenosAires and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. (B)

Day 18: Buenos Aires - Tour Ends (B)Please Note: Brazil may also require a certificate of Yellow Fever inocu-lation when applying for your Brazilian Visa. These fees are at your ownexpense. A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this extension tooperate. This extension is hosted by a local representative who willprovide all included services. On Day 16, you will have the option tocross into Brazil and tour the Brazilian side of the falls (at an additionalcost). A Visa for Brazil (approximate visa cost is $140 USD) is requiredfor this option and must be secured before departure from your homecountry. Additional air segment purchases required.

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Extension Day 1: Cuzco - Lima - Fly to EasterIsland Fly from Cuzco to Lima before boarding yourovernight flight to Easter Island.

Extension Day 2: Easter Island Arrive early thismorning at “Isla de Pascua” or “Rapa Nui” as it is

known in the local Polynesian language. ExploreHanga Roa, the only town on the island. Tonight,enjoy a Rapa Nui folklore show. (B, D)

Extension Day 3: Easter Island This morning,visit the Rano Rakaru volcanic crater, the quarry andbirthplace of the more than 800 Moai statues. Seenearly 400 of these massive monoliths in varyingstates of completion. Perhaps climb to the crater’sedge to view Ahu Tongariki, the largest collection ofupright Moai on the island. Continue to the southcoast and Poike Peninsula. See the toppled Ahu Vaihuand Ahu Akahanga Moai sites. On the western coast,take in the views at the pink-sand Ovahe beach. (B, L)

Extension Day 4: Easter Island Head to thenorth coast of Easter Island. Witness the Cave ofTwo Windows with views to the sea through thecliff openings. At Ana Te Pahu learn how cavesinside lava tubes were used as a refuge from

battles. At Ana Kai Tangata, another sea-cliff cave,see magnificent carved petroglyphs of prehistoricbirds. Then, visit Orongo at the base of Rano Kauvolcano. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. (B)

Extension Day 5: Easter Island - Depart for Home (B)Please Note: This extension is hosted by a local representative who willprovide all included services. The included lunch is a boxed lunch. Somepassengers must pay an entrance fee upon arrival into Chile (currently$140 USD for US & Canadian citizens, subject to change), valid for the lifeof the passport. This fee is at your own expense, and can be paid by cashor credit card at the airport. Rates do not include the approx. $60 USDRapa Nui National Park entrance fee (must be paid in cash upon arrival atthe airport). Additional air segment purchases required.

Treasures of South America (pg 58); Peru: Ancient Land of Mysteries (pg 62); Journey Through the Andes (pg 64); The Complete South America (pg 68)

EASTER ISLANDDISCOVERY

$999-$1099*

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Extension Day 1: Santiago - Easter Island Flyto legendary Easter Island. Steeped in lore and mostfamously home to the enigmatic Moai sculptures, it is

an archaeologist’s dream. Arrive at Hanga Roa, theonly town on the island. Tonight, enjoy a Rapa Nuifolklore show. (D)

Extension Day 2: Easter Island This morning, visitthe Rano Rakaru volcanic crater, the quarry andbirthplace of the more than 800 Moai statues. Seenearly 400 of these massive monoliths in varyingstates of completion. Climb to the crater’s edge toview Ahu Tongariki, the largest collection of uprightMoai on the island. Continue to the south coastand Poike Peninsula. See the toppled Ahu Vaihu andAhu Akahanga Moai sites. On the western coast,take in the views at the pink-sand Ovahe beach. (B, L)

Extension Day 3: Easter Island Head to thenorth coast of Easter Island. Witness the Cave of

Two Windows with views to the sea through thecliff openings. At Ana Kai Tangata, another sea-cliffcave, see magnificent carved petroglyphs of prehis-toric birds. Visit Orongo at the base of Rano Kauvolcano. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. (B)

Extension Day 4: Easter Island - Tour Ends (B)Please Note: This extension is hosted by a local representative whowill provide all included services. A minimum of 2 passengers isrequired for this extension to operate. Rates do not include theapprox. 60 USD Rapa Nui National Park entrance fee (must be paid incash upon arrival at the airport). Additional air segment purchasesrequired.

Patagonia: The Marvels of Argentina & Chile (pg 44)Andean Lake Crossing & Chilean Wine Country (pg 66); Experience South America (pg 72)

EASTER ISLANDADVENTURE

$899-$999*

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Day 2: Manaus, Brazilian Amazon - TourBegins Arrive in Manaus and travel by boat to theAmazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge. Visit the Monkey

Jungle Reserve. After dinner, tour by canoe and dosome caiman spotting! (D)

Day 3: Amazon Learn about the Amazon’s diverseflora and fauna on a nature trek before arriving atthe Botanical Garden. Enjoy lunch and visit the homeof local Amazonian residents (caboclos). (B, L, D)

Day 4: Amazon Enjoy a full day tour of the“Meeting of the Waters,” where the Rio Solimoesmeets the Rio Negro, forming the mighty Amazon.Feast on traditional local dishes (such as tambaquiand tucunaré fish) and luscious exotic fresh fruits onyour final evening in the jungle. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Amazon - Manaus - Rio de JaneiroEnjoy free time before heading back to Manaus by

boat and on to Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy the evening atleisure. (B, L)

Day 6: Rio de Janeiro - Base Tour Begins (B)Please Note: For your Amazon Adventure, taxes/fees to be paid in local currencies upon exiting the country are approximately $8 USD. A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this extension to operate. This extension is hosted by a local representative who will provide allincluded services. This optional extension may require a certificate ofYellow Fever inoculation when applying for your Brazilian Visa, especially if you have travelled to Peru prior to Brazil. Additional air segment purchases required.

The Wonders of South America (pg 56); Treasures of South America (pg 58);Experience South America (pg 72); The Complete South America (pg 68)

BRAZILIAN AMAZON$999*

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Day 1: Prepare for your adventure Arrive inQuito. Enjoy your leisure time.

Day 2: Cross into the Amazon Fly to the AmazonBasin. Arrive at Puerto Francisco de Orellana, locallyknown as Coca, where you will be greeted by a nat-

uralist guide. Embark on a two-hour journey bymotorized canoe down the Rio Napo. Arrive at yourlodge’s private reserve. Native paddlers await withdugout canoes to carry you across Añangu Lake toyour eco lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 3: As the jungle comes alive Begin your dayat sunrise. Journey to the parrot clay licks for anunforgettable experience. Observe eleven species ofparrots, parakeets and macaws Later, embark upon aleisurely-paced hike to the community of Añangu andshare in the villager’s daily activities. Then, exploreon a nature hike. (B, L, D)

Day 4: The exploits of an explorer Start the daywith a climb up the canopy tower. Experiencesweeping 360 degree panoramic views. After lunchat the lodge, set out on a scenic hike. Hop aboard a

riverboat and navigate through murky waters teem-ing with anacondas and caimans. Be on the lookoutfor lounging sloths and playful otters along theshoreline. Recount the magic of your trip over dinnerwith your fellow travelers. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Bid farewell to the Amazon Head back bycanoe to Coca. Connect on to Quito to start tour. (B)Please Note: Taxes or fees to be paid upon exiting domestic airports areapprox. $6 USD. A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this exten-sion to operate. This extension is hosted by a local representative whowill provide all included services. When traveling in the Amazon you willbe travelling by small river boats to reach the lodge and by canoe duringsome excursions and should be reasonably fit in order to board comfort-ably. In order to most fully experience the wildlife, you will be walking onnature trails which may be muddy and over one mile in length.Additional air segment purchases required.

Ecuador: Avenue of the Volcanoes & the Galapagos Islands (pg 48) The Galapagos Islands & Machu Picchu (pg 52)

ECUADOR AMAZON$1199 - $1299*

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Day 8: San Jose - Tortuguero National ParkEnjoy an exciting soft-adventure to Tortuguero, theAmazon of Costa Rica. Explore the region’s wildlifeby boat, viewing macaws, sloths, monkeys and

other native species. Visit the world’s first GreenTurtle Research Station and discover how to pro-tect the turtle’s nesting habitat and eggs. (L, D)

Day 9: Tortuguero National Park An earlymorning bird watching excursion is offered. Later,experience a boat cruise through the variouscanals. Tortuguero National Park protects over 350species of birds and mammals including greenmacaws; 57 species of amphibians; 111 speciesof reptiles; and 60 mammal species. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Tortuguero National Park - San JoseReturn to San Jose for your last night. (B, L)

Day 11: San Jose - Tour Ends (B) Please Note:A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this extension to operate. Due to luggage size and weight restrictions on the boats,please bring an overnight bag for the two night stay in TortugueroNational Park. The transportation to and from Tortuguero as well asyour guide in Tortuguero are provided by the lodge in Tortuguero.Rate includes meals as outlined; roundtrip transportation toTortuguero; 2 nights at the Evergreen, Aninga or Pachira lodge, 1 night at the Hotel Doubletree Cariari by Hilton in San Jose; andtransfer to San Jose Airport on the last day.

Tropical Costa Rica (pg 34)JUNGLE ADVENTURE$449*


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Extension Day 1: Cuzco - Lima Fly from Cuzcoto Lima for your overnight stay.

Extension Day 2: Lima - Puerto Maldonado -Peruvian Amazon Basin Fly from Lima, arrivingat the Puerto Maldonado airport where you meetyour naturalist guide for the canoe transfer up theTambopata River to the Tambopata Eco Lodge.Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome drink followed by a

late afternoon walk into the “terra firme” forest.After dinner, a night walk in search of nocturnalanimals and insects is planned. (B, L, D)

Extension Day 3: Hike to Lake CondenadoAfter an early breakfast, join your naturalist guideon a foot and paddle canoe adventure. Lunch isincluded at the lodge and is followed by an after-noon of exploring the nearby forest. Dinner is fol-lowed by a Tambopata River motorized canoeexcursion. (B, L, D)

Extension Day 4: Hike to Lake Sachavacayoc(Tapir Lake) An early breakfast is followed by aboat excursion. Your naturalist guide leads you ona fascinating walk. Return to the lodge for lunchfollowed by an afternoon of relaxation or independ-ent exploration. (B, L, D)

Extension Day 5: Puerto Maldonado - Lima -Tour Ends Depart at dawn for the canoe trip back

to Puerto Maldonado. Your guide will take care ofyou on arrival in Puerto Maldonado and at the air-port prior to your departure to Lima. The remainderof the day is at leisure. Tonight, transfer to the air-port for your overnight flight home. (B)Please Note:Airport departure taxes that must be paid when travellingon this extension are approx. 5 USD. This fee is at your own expense.This extension is hosted by a local representative who will provide allincluded services. Travelers may leave any large luggage at their Limahotel during the extension. When traveling in the Amazon you will be trav-elling by small river boats to reach the lodge and by canoe during someexcursions and should be reasonably fit in order to board comfortably. Inorder to most fully experience the wildlife, you will be walking on naturetrails which may be muddy and over one mile in length. A Yellow Feverinoculation is currently recommended but not required for the PeruvianAmazon; please check with your consulate. Additional air segment pur-chases required.

Treasures of South America (pg 58); Peru: Ancient Land of Mysteries (pg 62);Journey Through the Andes (pg 64); The Complete South America (pg 68)

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ACCOMMODATIONS

What is the difference between a twin room and a double room? In certain countries, hotel rooms tend to be smaller than U.S. standard accommodations. A double room is designed to accommodate two people,but may not have two separate beds. A twin bedded room has twoseparate beds of any size, and is the type most commonly utilized.

What size is a triple room? A triple room is the same size as a twinbedded room and beds will accommodate three people; but we cannotguarantee that there will be three separate beds. If there are only twobeds, a rollaway may be requested but cannot be guaranteed due to size of room and fire codes. This will vary for our Family tours. Please inquire attime of reservation.

Can my children travel on tour? Children over the age of 5 may travelon a Collette vacation accompanied by an adult. Child land rates are validfor ages 5-12, sharing a room with two full paying adults. Children ages 4and over may travel on a Collette Family Vacations trip, accompanied by anadult. Child land rates for Collette Family Vacations are valid for ages 4-14,sharing a room with at least one adult. If you are traveling with a child, it isyour sole responsibility to ensure that the child follows all safety rules ofthe tour. Please note: A single adult traveling with a child on a Family tourwill be charged the single rate.

Are single and triple rooms always available?On many tours, triple and single accommodations are limited and areavailable on a first come, first served basis. Be advised that single roomsare often smaller.

When can I check into my hotel?Due to early arrival times into some cities, rooms may not always beavailable for immediate check-in.

AIR

Can Collette Vacations book our airline reservations? ColletteVacations is happy to assist you in accommodating your flight needs. Dueto tour scheduling and limited availability you are strongly encouraged totake advantage of Collette’s air packages. We are not responsible for airarrangements you have made on your own. On occasion, it is necessary to change tour dates. In this case, we can only protect air reservationsbooked through Collette Vacations. For all air reservations, it is stronglyrecommended to reconfirm flights before departure, in the event that theairline has an unexpected schedule change. We cannot assume responsibilityfor schedule changes, routings or flight cancellations involving the airlines.

ATTRACTIONS & SIGHTSEEING

Are attractions always available? Access to some attractions orCollette Foundation sites may be affected by the observance of holidays,weather conditions or other circumstances. As a result the days and orderof sightseeing may change to best utilize your time on tour. Boat rides areweather permitting. Some attractions may not be available during the “off-season” months. When attractions are unavailable, other similar attractionswill be substituted. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. During 2013, theColosseum in Rome will be undergoing restoration. If we are unable to visiton certain dates, an alternate site will be substituted.

Is there a lot of walking on tour? We pride ourselves on bringingtravelers the very best experiences a destination offers. Our itineraries

QUESTIONS MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED

include many activities and may consist of walking on uneven terrain orsignificant walking at times. Some of the most unique sightseeing canmean accessing locations that restrict motorcoaches, especially in historicareas. Some hotels/lodges in remote locations may not have elevators. Foryour comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes. Review each tour’s“Tour Activity Level” and “Tour Pacing” (pg 79) for details.

Can you tell me more about the safaris? In order to most fullyexperience the wildlife, you will be traveling by custom built safari vehiclewhich requires climbing in and out frequently and sometimes travel onbumpy roads. To experience Africa fully we recommend that all travelers bein reasonably good health and prepare properly.

How can I plan for shore landings? Special clothing is required for theshore landings (Antarctica, Galapagos); please refer to your pre-departuredocuments for important details.

Are all theatre performances suitable for children? Some theatreperformances may be unsuitable for children – consult your Tour Manager.

DOCUMENTATION

Do I need a Passport? Government issued identification is required for all air travel. A valid passport is required for all trips outside the U.S.A. Allpassengers should check with the appropriate foreign consulate for entryand validity requirements. We recommend that your passport has sixmonths validity, and at least 3 blank pages. Passports and visas are theresponsibility of each client.

International Borders Any child under age 16 (traveling without a parentor legal guardian to Canada) must have written permission from a parent orlegal guardian.

Please be advised that if you have been convicted of an offense, or havecommitted a criminal act that is an offense under the laws where itoccurred and would be an offense in Canada, you may be inadmissible into Canada. You will need to apply for a Minister’s Permit of Approval of Rehabilitation at a Canadian Consulate. All other travelers should contact the appropriate consulate for entry requirements for otherinternational destinations.

EXTENDING YOUR STAY

Can I extend my tour to see more of a region? Yes! You may enhanceyour tour by purchasing either an extension or pre/post hotel stays, offeredon select tours. Extensions may be “hosted” rather than escorted. Whenhosted, passengers will be greeted upon arrival by a local tour managerwho will provide all included services and be available on-call during theduration of the extension. A minimum number of passengers may berequired to operate some extensions. Extensions not purchased at time ofdeposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request. Collette also offers pre and post hotel nights before and/or after a tour foryou to explore the destination independently. Should you purchase additionalnights, please be advised that your tour manager will not be available duringthis time.

EXTRAS

What is not included in the tour price? The land price does not include air travel, airline fees, airport or departure taxes, transfers, visas, customaryend of trip gratuities for your tour manager, driver, local guides, hotelhousekeepers, cruise ship wait staff, and any incidental charges.

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LATE BOOKINGSDo you accept late bookings? Tour sales normally close 7 days prior todeparture. All late bookings are on request and must be guaranteed with a credit card if within 60 days of departure date.

ON TOUR EXPERIENCE

Where do I meet my tour manager? Your tour will begin at your firsthotel. The tour manager will make contact with you at the hotel and willprovide details relating to your tour. The hotel’s address and phone numberwill be included in your documents.

Can I pre-purchase optional excursions/activities? Yes, the majorityof optional excursions and activities are available for advance purchase forapplicable tours provided that you make your options purchase prior to 15days of the tour departure. Collette makes it convenient to reserve pre-soldoptions by visiting our website for a full listing of activities and excursionsor when your reservation is made with our reservations staff. In addition,there are benefits to pre-purchasing options including a price guaranteeonce your tour is paid in full. So, while the cost of an optional activity maychange from the time you book your tour, once payment is received in full,your pre-selected options are guaranteed by Collette at their original price.Although you can still purchase options while on tour, reserving them aheadof time ensures you a spot in the event that the activity sells out. Collettewill provide a refund if you cancel a pre-sold option prior to tour departure.Any pre-sold options cancelled while on tour are non-refundable.

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REVISIONS/CHANGES

Would my tour date ever be changed? While it is unlikely, ColletteVacations does reserve the right to cancel a tour prior to departure. Shouldthis happen, Collette Vacations will make every effort to protect you onanother departure date. If an alternate cannot be found, a full refund will bemade. Air booked through Collette Vacations will be protected. We cannotbe held responsible for penalties incurred if you have secured your own air.

Can I make changes to my reservation? Should you decide to changeyour reservation after initial booking, a handling fee of $25 per transactionwill be charged. A change of tour date, tour itinerary or passenger name,within the guidelines of the cancellation policy, will be treated as acancellation and regular cancellation fees may apply.

Revisions to air tickets are subject to the rules and regulations of the airline.See our Cancellation Policy for more details.

TOUR PACING

How can I be best prepared for the pacing and physical require-ments on a Collette tour? Tour pacing varies by itinerary, and each desti-nation’s sightseeing and activities are unique. Pacing is subject to personal

interpretation. At Collette, we do include the best a destination has tooffer, enhancing your overall tour experience. For overnight pacing of atour, please refer to the “Enjoy your stay” section on each tour page andon the tour map. These describe the number of nights you will stay ineach hotel during your tour. The day by day descriptions will provide addi-tional detail about the number of activities included in each day.

The Tour Activity Level Ranking is featured on each tour itinerary in a red circle. The definition of each activity level is listed here. If you haveadditional questions regarding a specific tour, please inquire at time ofreservation. For your comfort, we recommend packing comfortablewalking shoes so you fully enjoy every aspect of your vacation.

Level 1: A very leisurely pace, this tour involves minimal physical activity,such as climbing some stairs, boarding a motorcoach, and walking fromthe hotel reception area to hotel rooms and dining areas.

Level 2: This tour requires average physical activity. You should be ingood health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possiblyover uneven ground and cobblestone streets.

Level 3: This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itineraryblends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walkingtours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on unevenwalking surfaces should be expected.

Level 4: To truly experience the program and destination, you need to beable to participate in physical activities such as longer walking tours,walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs and periods of standing.Some of the touring days may be longer, with select included activitiesoccurring later in the evening.

Level 5: This tour is very active, requiring participants to be physically fitto fully enjoy all the experiences. This itinerary has more strenuousactivities which may include such things as: extensive walking tours,transfers over uneven and dusty terrain, high altitudes, early morningdepartures, late night activities, or extreme temperatures. All conditionsdo not apply to all days so please read the itinerary carefully and speak toone of our travel counselors to determine if this tour is right for you. Werecommend this program to individuals who are physically fit.Unfortunately, this tour is not appropriate for individuals who use eitherwalkers or wheelchairs. If this trip is not ideally suited for you, our travelcounselors can help determine the perfect trip for you.

TRANSFERS

Are airport and hotel transfers available? Roundtrip airport-to-hoteltransfers are provided for all passengers who purchase airfare throughCollette Vacations. These transfers do not apply to pre and post nightstays. Passengers who do not purchase airfare through Collette canpurchase transfers (for the first and last day of the tour) at an additionalcost of $100 per person, round trip. Some restrictions may apply. Alltransfers leave at prescheduled times.

Are airport transfers available for pre/post hotel stays?All passengers who purchase pre and post hotel nights through Collette Vacations may also purchase transfers to/from the airport and the pre or post hotel. Please inquire at time of booking.

What is Roundtrip Home to Airport Sedan Service? It’s your ticket toand from the airport. This service is available for all air-inclusive tourbookings. This personalized service is included in many U.S. cities withina 50 mile radius from more than 90 airport gateways.* Not valid on group travel.*One transfer per room booking. Additional stops are not permitted on route.

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Leisure Stay tours are designed to allow for multiple night stays at eachhotel. This allows you a more leisurely pace and more time to explore thedestinations on your own.

Cruise-Land tours combine the best of both land and sea. These tours feature all the qualities of our traditional escorted tours, including a TourManager; and also include an ocean vessel and a portion on land.

River Cruise tours feature small, intimate vessels for a more personalexperience as you travel through a variety of beautiful waterways that areinaccessible to larger cruise ships and sometimes includes a portion on land.

Select programs feature the use of Whisper Headsets duringwalking tours. This allows local guides and tour managers tobetter communicate to passengers.

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*This roundtrip home to airport sedan service is included in many U.S. cities within a 50 mile radius from more than 90 airport gateways when you purchase an air-inclusive vacation.One transfer per room booking. Additional stops not permitted on route. Not valid on group travel.

**These transfers are available on the first and last day of the actual tour dates and when you are traveling on select flights (not applicable to pre & post nights). Land only clients maypurchase transfers on the first and last day of the actual tour dates for an additional cost of $100 per person, roundtrip (some restrictions may apply). Clients who purchase pre/posthotel night may purchase transfers to/from the pre/post hotel.

† Instant Purchase Airfare is offered on select dates; consult your booking agent.

The Choice is yours - 2 great air optionsEnjoy the benefits of air inclusive bookings. Allow us to be your liaison with the airlines and handle all the details. Choose FlexAirfare (our most inclusive option) or Instant Purchase.

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FLEX AIRFARE INSTANT PURCHASE† AIRFAREReceive roundtrip home to airport sedan service - yourvacation begins at home!* • •Free round trip airport to hotel transfers included** • •Eligible for our Travel Protection Plan •Benefit from our flexible change and refund policies •Deposit now, pay the balance later •Eliminates future surcharges by locking in price •

Treat yourselfto upgraded air

Start your next journey in style. Upgrade to Business or Premium Economy class.Available in many markets, these services enhance your overall experience. Space canfill up quickly. Call for details.

IMPORTANT RESERVATION INFORMATIONLAND RATESLand rates are per person, double occupancy. Availability of departures at theprices noted in the brochure is limited. For current prices, please see our web-site. Government taxes and fees are additional. Land rates are guaranteed attime of deposit.

Certain taxes/fees are to be paid upon exiting the country in local currencies.Please refer to the appropriate tour itinerary for details.

PAYMENTSA $250 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking to secure yourreservation. If you have selected instant purchase, non-refundable air, you arerequired to pay the full air cost in addition to the $250 deposit at time of booking(all of which is non-refundable). For Antarctica, a $500 per person deposit isrequired at time of booking. An additional deposit of $1000 due 180 days prior todeparture for Antarctica. Should you decide to purchase our trip cancellationwaiver, you must do so at the time of booking. Payment of a per person waiverfee guarantees a full refund of all payments (including deposit), except for thewaiver fee itself, in case of cancellation of your travel plans for any reason priorto the day of departure. Trip cancellation waiver does not cover instant pur-chase, non-refundable air. The balance is due 60 days before departure on alltours, except cruises. The balance is due 120 days before departure for cruises.Payment may be made by charging to clients’ Mastercard, Visa, AmericanExpress or Discover (card imprint and signature required) or by sending a checkor money order. All land rates are guaranteed upon deposit.

TRAVEL AGENTS PLEASE CONTACT:Collette Vacations 1-800-611-3361

PLEASE SEND PAYMENTS TO:Collette Vacations, 162 Middle Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860

Attn: Accounts Receivable REVISION FEESA handling fee of $25.00 per transaction will be assessed for any change or revi-sion made to a reservation. A change of departure date within 11 months ofdeparture will be treated as a cancellation and cancellation charges will apply.

CANCELLATION CHARGESCancellations of confirmed bookings and transfers to new travel dates bothresult in penalties and fees assessed by travel suppliers. If you have not pur-chased waivers, and you need to transfer or cancel for any reason prior to tourdeparture, the following cancellation fees will be assessed on your land or cruiseproduct. Air is 100% nonrefundable once paid in full. If cancelled prior to beingpaid in full the following cancellation fees will also apply to air. (*see cancella-tion and unused services waiver fees and exceptions):• More than 60 days prior to departure: a non-refundable deposit will be

retained • 60 - 16 days prior to departure: 30% of land or cruise price • 15 - 1 day prior to departure: 50% of land or cruise price• Day of departure and after: 100% of land or cruise price

Exceptions: Ocean Cruises: • More than 90 days prior to departure, a non-refundable deposit will be

retained.• 90 - 61 days prior to departure: 35% of land or cruise price• 60 - 31 days prior to departure: 60% of land or cruise price• 30 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of land or cruise price

River Cruises: including Europe, Russia, Egypt and China• More than 90 days prior to departure, a non-refundable deposit will be

retained.• 90 - 61 days prior to departure: 50% of land or cruise price• 60 - 31 days prior to departure: 85% of land or cruise price• 30 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of land or cruise price

Galapagos & Antarctica:• More than 120 days prior to departure: non-refundable deposits will be

retained• 120 - 90 days prior to departure: 60% of land or cruise price

• 89 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of land or cruise price* Instant purchase air and its associated taxes, fees and surcharges are 100% non-refundable at time of reservation.

Upon cancellation of transportation or travel services where you, the customer,are not at fault and have not cancelled in violation of the terms and conditionsabove, you will be refunded 100%.

CANCELLATION WAIVER & TRAVEL PROTECTION PLANPayment of a Per Person Waiver Fee guarantees a full refund of all payments(including deposit), except the Waiver Fee itself, made to Collette Vacations fortravel arrangements in case of cancellation of your travel plans for any reasonprior to the day of departure. The Waiver Fee with Air only covers airline ticketsyou have purchased from Collette Vacations. Instant purchase, non-refundableair is not covered by waiver. Exception: If you originally purchased non-refund-able airline tickets, the Waiver does not provide a refund for the airline tickets,taxes or fees, in the event of a cancellation.

Cancellation waiver protects you from penalties in the event you have a need tocancel your entire inclusive vacation package up to the day prior to departure.Cancellation waiver does not indemnify you from penalties if you chose to cancelpartial tour components or air. If you chose to partially cancel your vacation, youwill be responsible for a revision fee as well as any penalties that are incurred atthe time of the cancellation.

The Waiver Fee does not cover any single supplement charges whicharise from an individual’s traveling companion electing to cancel for anyreason prior to departure. In this case, the single supplement will be deduct-ed from the refund of the person who cancels. Division of this charge betweenthe two passengers involved is solely their responsibility. If insufficient funds arededucted from the canceling client, the traveling client will be charged theremaining portion of the single supplement.

Payment of the Waiver Fee (if chosen) must be received by Collette Vacationswith your Deposit. The Waiver is non-transferable and valid for each applicantonly.

Collette Vacations can assume no responsibility for and cannot be held liable forany wrongful, negligent or unauthorized acts or omissions of any travel agent ortravel agency other than that of Collette Travel Service, Inc. itself, and its ownemployees. On tour, insurance benefits are provided if you: must interrupt yourtrip or return home early for a covered reason; incur medical expenses for a cov-ered sickness or injury; need medical assistance or evacuation; suffer a baggageloss or delay of more than 24 hours; or are delayed on tour for 12 hours or morefor a covered reason.

Following is a schedule of the Part B insurance benefits provided.

SCHEDULE OF COVERAGES MAXIMUM BENEFIT AMOUNTPART A – Benefits Provided By Collette VacationsPre-Departure Cancellation Fee Waiver Trip Cost

PART B – Benefits Provided by the Insurance Company Listed BelowAccidental Death & Dismemberment $25,000Medical Expense/Emergency AssistanceAccident & Sickness Medical Expense $25,000Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation $50,000One Call 24-Hour Assistance Services Included

Trip Interruption 150% of Trip CostMissed Connection $1,500Travel Delay (Maximum of $100 per Day) $1,500Baggage and Personal Effects $1,500Baggage Delay $200

PART B CONDITIONS & LIMITATIONS Certain exclusions and limitations apply and are detailed in the Travel InsuranceCertificate which will be included with your documents and is also available toyou online at www.tripmate.com/wpF430C or by request from our TravelConsultants. For example, coverage does not apply to: any sickness or condition

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of you, a Traveling Companion, Family Member or Business Partner traveling withyou that existed during the 60 days prior to the effective date of the coverages(this exclusion is waived if your premium is received with your initial deposit/payment for your Trip), suicide, normal pregnancy, war or any act of war, mentalor nervous disorders. A Traveling Companion is defined as a person with whomyou have coordinated travel arrangements and intend to travel with during the trip.

Part B of the plan is underwritten by: United States Fire Insurance Company,Eatontown, NJ

Where to Present Part A ClaimsTo request a refund under the Cancellation Fee Waiver, please call ColletteVacations and send any unused airline tickets to:

Collette VacationsATTN: Customer Service Department162 Middle Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860

Trip Mate, Inc.*www.tripmate.com9225 Ward Parkway, Suite 200, Kansas City, MO 64114Tel: 800-888-7292* In CA, dba Trip Mate Insurance Agency

CANCELLATION WAIVER & TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN PRICING(Per Person)Land Only Clients:•$30 adult/$30 child for all domestic escorted tours under 6 days•$120 adult/$50 child for all domestic escorted tours of 6 days or more•$120 adult/$50 child for all international tours 8 days or under (except cruises,Canadian Rockies Train tours, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, South Africa & Egypt)

•$190 adult/$75 child for all international tours 9 days or more (except cruises, Canadian Rockies Train tours, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, South Africa & Egypt)

•$230 adult/$95 child for all Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa & South Africa tours

•$245 adult/$100 child for all cruises & Canadian Rockies Train tours

When purchasing pre and post night accommodations, including optional exten-sions, the number of days will be added to the total number of tour days, andmay subsequently alter your waiver fees. Please confirm with your reservationagent at time of booking.

Air Inclusive Clients (Collette Flex Airfare is purchased through ColletteVacations)•$60 adult/child for all domestic vacations under 6 days•$165 adult/child for all domestic vacations of 6 days or more•$175 adult/child for all international vacations 8 days or under (except cruises, Canadian Rockies Train tours, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, South Africa & Egypt)

•$220 adult/child for all international vacations 9 days or more (except cruises, Canadian Rockies Train tours, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa, South Africa & Egypt)

•$260 adult/child for all Australia, New Zealand, South America, Africa & South Africa tours

•$305 adult/child for all cruises & Canadian Rockies Train tours

Air inclusive cancellation waiver can only be purchased by individuals who havepurchased Collette Flex Airfare through Collette Vacations. Air inclusive waiver isnot applicable for instant purchase, non-refundable air. Instant purchase air andits associated taxes, fees and surcharges require full payment at time of reser-vation and are 100% non-refundable. This air ticket is not covered by ColletteVacations’ travel protection plan or waiver policies. Tickets may only be changedfor a fee up to $300 plus any difference in airfare for travel in the following 12months; specific fees and policies may vary by airline.

CONSUMER PROTECTION PLANSCollette Vacations is a member of the following organizations: The National TourAssociation, The United States Tour Operators Association, The Alliance of

Canadian Travel Associations, the Travel Industry Council of Ontario, and theAssociation of British Travel Agents. Some of these associations operate a con-sumer protection plan to cover deposits placed with any tour operator member.In the case of USTOA, the consumer protection bond is $1 million. Full detailsare available from the organizations or Collette Vacations. Collette is pleased togive this additional protection to our clients.

AIRFAREFor your convenience, we offer airfare for purchase with all vacation packages. Ifyou purchase an air inclusive program, your airfare will be quoted inclusive of allfuel, taxes and fees. Your rates are subject to change until paid in full. Seats arelimited and may not be available on every flight or departure date.

Instant Purchase Non-refundable Airfare includes round trip airport /hoteltransfers (excluding pre or post days and extensions). Instant Purchase, Non-refundable Airfare requires full payment at the time of booking. This air ticket isnot covered by Collette Vacations’ travel protection or waiver policies. Ticketswill be issued immediately and, once issued are non-refundable, may only bechanged for a fee up to $300 plus any difference in airfare for travel in the fol-lowing 12 months; specific fees and policies may vary by airline. These ticketsinclude an administration fee and round trip airport to hotel transfers of whichboth hold no airline reissue value. Once issued, there can be no fluctuation inprice due to an increase in government taxes or in airline fuel surcharges.

TRAVELERS NEEDING SPECIAL ASSISTANCEYou must report any disability requiring special attention to Collette Vacationsat the time the reservation is made. Collette will make reasonable efforts toaccommodate the special needs of tour participants. Such participants, howev-er, should be aware that the Americans with Disabilities Act is inapplicable out-side of the United States and facilities outside the United States for disabledindividuals are limited.

It is strongly recommended that persons requiring assistance be accompaniedby a companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the assis-tance. Neither Collette nor its personnel, nor its suppliers, may physically lift orassist clients into transportation vehicles. If a traveler thinks he or she mightneed assistance during a trip, he or she should call Collette to determine whatassistance might reasonably be given. Collette cannot provide special individualassistance to tour members with special needs for walking, dining or other rou-tine activities.

BAGGAGE DISCLAIMERAlthough every effort is made to handle passengers’ luggage as carefully as possi-ble, Collette Vacations is not responsible for and does not assume liability or acceptclaims for loss of or damage to luggage due to breakage, theft or wear and tearthrough hotel and group carrier handling. It is recommended for your own self inter-est and protection that you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities.Check with your sales agent for low cost insurance to cover these risks.

Checked Baggage Charges: Some airlines may impose additional charges if youchoose to check any baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website fordetailed information regarding your airline’s checked baggage policies.

HOLIDAY AND MUSEUM CLOSURESMuseum visits and personal shopping time may be disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances or many religious, state and local holidays observed throughoutthe world.

MOTORCOACH WASHROOMS Most motorcoaches used on our tours are equipped with washrooms (exceptsafari vehicles, exotic locations, and some of our Explorations tours). These aretypically for emergency use, as we make plenty of comfort stops, allowing youthe opportunity to use public restrooms and/or stretch your legs.

MAPS AND PHOTOSMaps shown on tour pages are current at the time of printing and may not reflectactual tour routing should the tour change. Photos shown on tour pages are reflec-tive of the area(s) visited, but may not be included in the actual tour itinerary.

IMPORTANT RESERVATION INFORMATION

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EXPLANATION OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND TOUR CONDITIONS FORCOLLETTE VACATIONSEach client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may berequired and/or recommended to participate on tour. Please contact your localtravel clinic or personal physician for specific details on the destinations you aretraveling to and from.

Any person reserving or purchasing any Collette Vacations product published inthis brochure accepts the condition that Collette reserves to itself the exclusiveright to change or cancel itineraries, hotels, and other tour components whenev-er it is deemed necessary. If this occurs, every effort will be made to offer alter-nate dates and/or programs.

Published times on itineraries are as accurate as possible but subject to changedue to traffic, weather, mechanical and any other conditions beyond Collette’scontrol that prevent Collette Vacations from operating as scheduled. ColletteVacations expressly disclaims any liability for any damages that may be incurredfor any changes, cancellations or delays on any itinerary on any Collette tour.

All rates on foreign tours are subject to fluctuations of currency and may bechanged when necessary without advance notice prior to deposit.

All rates published are per person as indicated and are based on double occu-pancy when only one rate is shown. Reservations will be accepted subject toavailability at the time of a request and will be considered confirmed only uponreceipt of a minimum deposit. Child land rates are available and are valid forages 5-12, sharing a room with two full paying adults. Children ages 4 and overmay travel on a Collette Family Vacations trip, accompanied by an adult. Childland rates for Collette Family Vacations are valid for ages 4-14, sharing a roomwith at least one adult.

Collette Vacations does not accept liability in the case of any passenger beingdenied boarding by any airline carrier due to the carrier’s over-booking of a flight.All cancellation charges, fees and refunds for any tour within this brochure are ineffect as of the effective date as indicated below and supersede any other previ-ously printed policies relating to these same charges.

GENERAL DISCLAIMERNeither Collette Travel Service, Inc., its affiliated entities and its and theiremployees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns(collectively “Collette”), own or operate any person or entity which is to or doesprovide goods or services for these trips. Collette does not maintain control oroperate the personnel, equipment, or operations of these suppliers it uses andas such Collette assumes no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for anypersonal injury, death, property damage or other loss, accident, delay, inconven-ience, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of (1) any wrongful,negligent, willful or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any of the sup-pliers or other employees or agents, (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle,equipment, or instrument owned, operated or otherwise used by any of thesesuppliers, or (3) any wrongful, willful or negligent act or omission on the part ofany other party not under the supervision and control of Collette.

Additionally, responsibility is not accepted for losses or expenses due to sick-ness, lack of appropriate medical facilities or practitioners, weather, strikes, theftor other criminal acts, war, terrorism, computer problems, or other such causes.All services and accommodations are subject to the laws of the country in whichthey are provided. Collette reserves the right to make changes in the publisheditinerary whenever, in their sole judgment, conditions warrant, or if Collettedeems it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of the tour. Collettereserves the right to withdraw any tour announced. Collette reserves the right todecline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require any partici-pant to withdraw from the tour at any time, when such action is determined bythe tour manager to be in the best interests of the health, safety, and generalwelfare of the tour group or of the individual participant. Neither does Colletteaccept liability for any carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of anon-refundable airline or other ticket to the tour departure city and return or oth-erwise. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the owner atall times.

Participants may be photographed for the promotional purposes of Collette.Payment of the deposit to Collette constitutes acceptance of these terms andconditions.

ARBITRATIONI agree that any dispute concerning, relating, or referring to this contract, thebrochure or any other literature concerning my trip, or the trip itself, shall be

resolved exclusively by binding arbitration according to the then existing rules ofthe American Arbitration Association in the State of Rhode Island. Such pro-ceedings will be governed by and in accordance with substantive Rhode Islandlaw. The arbitrator and not any federal, state, or local court or agency shall haveexclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applica-bility, enforceability, conscionability, or formation of this contract, including butnot limited to any claim that all or any part of this contract is void or voidable.

FORUM SELECTIONThis Agreement shall be governed and interpreted pursuant to the laws of theState of Rhode Island by mutual agreement of the parties hereto and the Federaland State Courts in Rhode Island shall have exclusive and sole jurisdiction overany dispute, controversy or suit arising relative to this Agreement. Employeeexpressly waives any and all objections to any dispute, controversy or suit aris-ing out of this Agreement being adjudicated exclusively in the State or FederalCourts in the State of Rhode Island, and Employee further consents not to bringany suit arising out of this Agreement in any other jurisdiction and any and all liti-gation must be brought only in and for Courts in the State of Rhode Island to theexclusion of litigation anywhere else in the world.

Family Tours DisclaimerAny minor child (under the age of majority) who shall participate in a ColletteFamily Tour program must be accompanied by an adult and supervised by anadult during the entire length of the tour. Collette will make reasonable efforts toaccommodate the special needs of any minor child during the tour. However,Collette cannot provide special individual assistance to any minor tour partici-pant. The adult travel companion shall be primarily responsible for the conductand care of the minor tour participant. Collette will not accept any parentalresponsibility for the minor tour participant.

NO WORRIES TRAVELPROTECTION

Rest assured that at Collette Vacations we do everything within our powerto provide you with an enjoyable and safe vacation. However, there aretimes when unforeseen events will occur. To avoid incurring costly chargesshould this happen, we strongly urge you to invest in Collette’s comprehensive,single-package insurance program that will cover you in the event of illness,accidents or travel delay. Unlike most other coverage, you also receive afull refund for cancellations any time, for any reason, prior to the day ofdeparture. At Collette, your safety is always our primary concern. Oneprice, one package, complete protection. (See page 82 for details.)

Collette is proud to be a member of USTOA (United States Tour OperatorsAssociation), an association that represents the tour operator industry. TheUSTOA logo on our brochures signifies that Collette Vacations is a memberin good standing and is backed by their million-dollar Travelers AssistanceProgram.

Collette Vacations, as an Active Member of USTOA, is required to post $1Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the termsand conditions of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advancepayments of Collette Vacations customers in the unlikely event of ColletteVacations’ bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, youshould understand that the $1 Million posted by Collette Vacations may besufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments receivedby Collette Vacations. Complete details of the USTOA Travelers AssistanceProgram may be obtained by email to [email protected] or by visitingtheir website at www.USTOA.com.

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