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What is BamBa eXPerience? DREAM... EXPERIENCE... SHARE... Bamba Experience is an innovator in adventure travel, a one-stop solution for active, independent travelers. In addition to cost-effective Independent and Adventure Trips, we offer a wide variety of incredible options and add-ons to match your particular interests and tastes. Bamba Experience is a committed team of passionate, energetic and experienced travelers dedicated to showing you the soul in every destination we visit. We have spent countless hours building relationships in every corner of the globe, so you can travel safely, engage with the local communities, and have extraordinary experiences.
Dream
Dreaming about a once-in-a-lifetime trip, anxiously searching the web for descriptions, photos, and maps, and reading first-hand accounts from other travelers awakens your urge to book your dream trip now! We are here to answer your questions, give you valuable recommendations and make your adventure travel dreams come true. Visit www.BambaExperience.com today to get information and book your trip. You’re only a few clicks away from the experience of a lifetime!
Experience
Awaken your mind, spirit, and your senses to all that our world has to offer. Journey to the heights of the snow-capped Andes mountains en route to glorious Machu Picchu and unveil the colorful, time-honored customs of indigenous cultures. Whether it’s fishing for piranha and swimming with pink river dolphins in the steamy Amazon jungles of Brazil or sinking your teeth into a savory ‘scorpion on a stick’ at a night market in Asia, NOW is your chance to make your dreams come true. Bamba Experience has a wealth of life-changing experiences just waiting for you.
Share
Share all of the amazing adventures, photos, funny stories, and life-changing moments with your friends and families so you can connect with others on a deeper level. Post your travel adventures, tips, stories, and pictures on the Bamba Facebook page. Let us know via Twitter the breaking news you are experiencing, post a chic new hostel you’ve found on Pinterest, and update your Facebook page with a profile pic of you in a different city every week!
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We’re different because... Bamba Experience is unique. We are different because our focus is on YOU, the individual traveler. Our #1 priority is to make sure you have unforgettable experiences, meet new friends and return home with a smile on your face as you reflect back on the great memories you are bringing home. Award-Winning Customer Service: Our passion for independent travel is exceeded only by our commitment to you. Our focus on quality customer service has earned us a 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award. Structured Flexibility of Independent Travel: We know you want the freedom to choose. Bamba’s Hop-On Hop-Off bus passes offer flexible schedule changes anytime along a chosen route while Adventure Trips offer slightly more structured routes with unique trip-styles. You Choose Your Accommodation: Enjoy the freedom to decide where to sleep. Choose an affordable and social hostel dorm or a cozy upscale lodge; the choice is yours! Value: Bamba Experience believes that offering you tons of different included experiences is the best value-added aspect of your trip, so your trip includes tons of nature, culture, historic and adventure-based activities. Authenticity: Bamba takes pride in our passion for showing travelers the true heart of every destination. Included Experiences: You deserve to have cool experiences included in your trip so Bamba makes sure you don’t miss out by offering tons of different activities that bring value to your trip.
Why Independent Travel? Travel your Way We believe that freedom is empowering. When you travel independently, you learn a lot about yourself, while seeing a whole new perspective of your surroundings. You’ll discover that you can connect on a deeper level with the local people, the environment, and with other travelers. Traveling independently doesn’t mean you travel alone. Bamba is your local friend in a foreign country. Traveling with us, you’ll benefit from all of our great local insights into every place you set foot. Traveling independently means doing what YOU want, when you want, choosing where to stay, where to eat and what sights to see. You can change direction or change your mind anytime by reinventing yourself when you’re in a place that moves you. You will learn a great deal about yourself, meet tons of people, and make loads of new friends along the way. In fact, meeting people is often easier for solo travelers (and there are tons of people out there traveling on their own!) As always, if you need anything at all, Bamba Experience is available to assist you via online chat, over the phone, skype, or on email!
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Dear Friends & Adventurers All Over the World, Driven by our passion for independent travel and guided by the spirit of adventure we improved the “Hop-On Hop-Off” model to provide you with unrivaled flexibility to stay as long as you would like in each destination and create your own itinerary. If you share our insatiable desire to explore the world, and if you’re ready to have an unforgettable time, we invite you to join us, not only for the time of your life, but also to help make our world a more united, enjoyable, and friendly place! Yours in Adventure, Paul, Founder & CHO (Chief Happiness Officer)
CORE VALUES The essence of our core values is the glue that bonds the Bamba team together, and that brings us closer to our travelers and the places we visit. We believe their simplicity and truthfulness speak for themselves.
Be Part of the Bamba Tribe
Deliver Love through Service
Travel
Enjoy Life
By putting yourself in another’s shoes so you can lovingly do what is right.
And you will find that getting out into the world holds many answers to the questions in life.
Take Risks, Grasp Opportunities
Learn, Learn, Learn & Grow
Believe in a Better World
Keep Your Feet on the Ground
By embracing the Bamba core values and culture. Learn, interact, support and share.
And think outside the box. Believe in yourself and don’t be afraid to make mistakes.
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By unlocking your potential for personal growth with the ambitious pursuit of new learning opportunities.
By thinking positively and helping others without expecting anything in return.
And remember that we only live once, so make the most out of every moment.
And be humble. Remember, we are all equal.
TRIP CATEGORIES
BAMBA EXPERIENCE offers 3 different trip categories to accommodate unique travel styles. Adventure Trips are organized trips with set itineraries which can be combined with any other Bamba trip or booked independently. Tailor Made trips give you the chance to create the trip of your dreams. Hop-On Hop-Off passes include all transportation and activities along a chosen route with flexible schedules.
adventure triPs Independent Self-Guided Adventure There’s no tour leader to follow around, only the best local guides for every new activity included in your trip. You can travel independently on an unforgettable, fixed itinerary with pre-booked public transportation, activities and accommodation choosing to stay overnight in a hostel, 3-star, or 4-star accommodation.
Small Group Adventures & Trekking Immerse yourself in natural and unspoiled landscapes on one of our exhilarating active tours. Itineraries range from 3 to 11 days with small groups of no more than 12 new friends and include all of your transportation, accommodation, meals, and a local guide. Trek deep into the heart of the Andes or snorkel with wild marine life in the Galapagos Islands, many adventures await you!
tailor made triPs We all have different interests and travel desires, so if you still haven’t found the route that will exalt your body and soul, our expert team can create a personalized itinerary with customized activities, lodging, and transportation options just for you. We have experience designing personalized trips for individual travelers, family trips and large groups. All we need to know is: How much time you have to travel Which countries you want to visit What activities, types of transportation, and accommodation you want to include. Contact us, or provide your local travel agent with this info, so we can organize a specialized itinerary that will fit your travel needs.
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HOP-ON HOP-OFF WHAT IS INCLUDED? Public Transportation: Depending on your pass, you’ll travel by train, boat, plane, private shuttle van, or on safe and comfortable buses. Structured Flexibility: Choose your bus departure date and departure city, and then hop on & off anywhere along the route, for as long as you want. Make changes to your schedule and ‘stay an extra day’ whenever you want, the ultimate traveler’s dream. Included Experiences: Experience tons of included day trips (with daily departures) encompassing a variety of adventure, historical, natural, and cultural activities. Travel Independently: Travel freely, at your own pace, to the best hot spots with no tour leader or schedule. Explore the world exactly as you have always dreamed! Customer Service: Our Happy Team’s priority is making sure you enjoy your trip every step of the way. Guaranteed Daily Departures: Begin and end your journey anytime you wish year-round with daily departures. Take all the time you wish to enjoy your journey, your pass is valid for 12 months! (Exception: Europe passes operate from the 1st of May to the 15th of October only.) Unlimited Schedule Changes: Make unlimited changes to your departure dates before and during your trip. (Note: Changes to your route and extra activities may incur an additional fee.) Online Trip Manager: Quick and easy access to your trip online for unlimited changes to your schedule. Best Value: Bamba has a reputation for providing the best value trips at the most affordable rates. You’ll save time and money while helping the local economy and minimizing your carbon footprint, by choosing Bamba to book your public transportation and activities with trusted and reliable local operators. Choose Your Own Accommodation: On most Bamba trips, accommodation is not included. This gives you the flexibility to choose where you want to sleep with the help of our recommended hostels, hotels, and homestays.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. What type of transportation is included? We offer you safe and efficient local transportation in each sector. Whether you travel aboard a public bus, on a train, boat, ferry or a shared shuttle, getting from one point to the next will surely be a memorable experience.
9. Can I make changes to my departure dates/times? Yes! The Bamba Hop-On Hop-Off bus pass is flexible and convenient allowing you to make changes to your schedule (departure dates/times) up to 24 hours in advance. (All routes are subject to availability so the earlier you book the more likely we can assure you a seat!)
2. What type of experiences are included? Every pass offers unique included experiences so you can live unforgettable travel memories. Dance Tango at a Buenos Aires club, sleep at a local family home on Amantani Island, go deep into the Amazon Jungle, fly down sand dunes and experience more fun things along the way!
10. What does minimum recommended travel time mean? We recommend a minimum number of days to complete each pass so you can enjoy the cities, towns, activities and nature without feeling rushed.
3. Who will I be travelling with? You will meet tons of independent travelers during your trip perhaps on a group trek, transportation, on an included activity or at a recommended hostel.
11. What if I’m travelling on my own? Many Bamba Experience travelers find that traveling on their own is a great way to not only meet new friends but also to get to know themselves. You will quickly meet people along the way and enjoy the freedom of a flexible schedule so you can link up with new travel buddies anytime!
4. Is accommodation included? Accommodation is not included in the pass price so you have the freedom to choose where you want to sleep according to your needs, with the help of Bamba’s recommendations. 5. How do I activate my pass and start travelling? Contact Bamba via email a week prior to your trip so you can confirm your departure information. We are available via Skype, Gmail Chat, Email and over the phone anytime for travel info and questions. 6. Where are the pick-up points? Bus & Train Routes: We will send you the bus or train station address where you will depart so you can make your own way there 30 minutes prior to departure. Shuttles & Tours: For most shuttles/tours we will ask you for your hostel address so we can pick you up on the day of departure. Please be ready and waiting in the lobby 10 minutes prior. Meeting Points: Sometimes you need to meet the group at a designated point which we will send you prior to departure so you can make your own way there 10 minutes prior. Rest assured that for ALL ROUTES detailed instructions will be emailed to you at least one day in advance.
12. Do I need a travel visa? Depending on your nationality, some countries require you to apply for a visa in advance (others give you a tourist card upon arrival). It is your responsibility to check visa requirements at least 2-3 months prior to arrival at the nearest embassy or consulate. 13. Is there an age limit? If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with Bamba Experience and have the time of your life! Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 14. Anything else I need to know? All Bamba bookings are subject to our ‘Terms and Conditions’ which you can find on the Bamba website. All pricing in this brochure is correct at time of print but may vary slightly when booking due to currency fluctuations. Please check with your local travel agent or the Bamba Sales team for more details.
7. Can I travel in both directions or backtrack? Your Bamba Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass can only be used in the direction of the pass purchased. If you would like to add sectors or change your route an additional fee may apply. Contact us anytime via email, skype, or telephone and remember schedule changes are free of charge up to 24 hours prior to travel! (Subject to availability) 8. What is the validity of my Hop-On Hop-Off bus pass? You have 1 year to complete your pass which means you can take as long as you desire to enjoy all of the unique and interesting destinations as well as included experiences along the way.
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north america Highlights
Grand Canyon Awe at one of the world’s most impressive natural monuments, the Grand Canyon, where you can look out over the deeply carved sandstone walls of the canyon that change in color depending on the time of day and take photos from breathtaking scenic overlook points.
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Yellowstone You may come to see the eruption of Old Faithful Geyser, but you will also be amazed by the over 300 geysers, 290 waterfalls and the world’s most spectacular petrified forest, located in North America’s largest “supervolcano” populated by Grizzly bears, wolves, bison and elk.
Niagara Falls Ride the rapids below Niagara Falls, hike into a cave behind the cascade, visit the Skylon Tower observation deck or watch the lightshow by night at this beautiful natural wonder situated on the border between the USA and Canada.
Take a 2 or 3-day trip from New York City to see the world-famous Niagara Falls ! (View page 70)
New York City
Las Vegas
California
Immerse yourself into the exhilarating atmosphere of one of the most culturally diverse cities on the planet, where you can walk through “The Crossroads of the World” at Times Square and look out over the skyline of United States’ most populous city from the Empire State Building.
Party, gamble and go crazy into the wee hours of the morning on the Las Vegas Strip in “Sin City” where you can watch worldclass shows in the “Entertainment Capital of the World” and take a thrill ride to look down on this desert city from the Stratosphere.
See some of the most iconic US landmarks in the chic and contemporary California cities of San Francisco and Los Angeles where you can brush elbows with celebrities in Hollywood and walk the famous Golden Gate bridge spanning the gorgeous San Francisco Bay.
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INCLUDED experiences in north america 1. Los Angeles - Hollywood Trolley Explorer
2. Las Vegas - Grand Canyon Day Trip
3. San Francisco - Bridge and the Beach
Embark on a fully-narrated one-hour trolley tour of Los Angeles and see the city’s most famous landmarks. Take photos of yourself in front of the world-famous Hollywood Sign, witness some of the filming locations of Pretty Woman and LA Confidential, and pass by the iconic Walk of Fame, Dolby Theater, Egyptian Theater, Capitol Records, and Paramount Studios!
See one of the world’s most impressive natural wonders, the Grand Canyon, in the state of Arizona, USA where you can look out over the deeply carved sandstone walls of the canyon that change in color depending on the time of day. Take photos from different scenic overlook points and stop to contemplate life at this breathtaking natural monument.
Stroll along the famous Golden Gate Bridge and take a walk out to the Pacific coast cliffs for incredible views. Continue your exploration to the beach and through one of San Francisco’s most exclusive neighborhoods before finishing your day with a drink at the Cliff House restaurant.
Included:
Hollywood Trolley Tour, Transportation, Driver/Guide.
Not Included: Meals and beverages, Tips.
Included:
Transportation in A/C Bus, Driver/Guide, Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off at most hotels, Light Lunch at Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Entrance Fee.
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Expert local english speaking guide, 1 select beverage at the Cliff House.
Not Included:
Not Included:
Extra Snacks, Drinks, Souvenirs, Tips.
Extra Snacks, Drinks, Souvenirs, Tips.
4. New York - New York City Day Trip
5. Philadelphia - Foodie 9th Street Market Experience
6. Washington DC - Washington DC Unveiled
See New York City from uptown to downtown and everything in between going out into the harbor to see privileged views of the city and Statue of Liberty, riding to the top of the Empire State Building and into the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Wax Museum. End your day by passing through Times Square, the Broadway Theater District and Chinatown.
Hit the oldest and largest open-air market, the famous 9th Street Market, for some authentic, Philly foodie action. Indulge your tastebuds with cheese, chocolate and baked goods, then wash it all down with a Philly Cheesesteak at iconic Pat and Geno’s restaurant. Spoil yourself with Italian, Mexican and Asian flavors, and learn about the rich history of the markets.
Venture through the American capital in a special battery-operated eCruiser vehicle. From the Supreme Court to the Smithsonian, this Washington DC tour leaves the oversized tour buses behind to deliver you straight into the heart of the capital. Learn about local history, explore iconic monuments and war memorials, experience what Capitol Hill has to offer, and much more!
Included:
Minivan Transportation, Tour Leader.
Not Included:
Entrance Fees: (Empire State Building $25 USD, Metropolitan Museum $25 USD, Statue of Liberty Waterway Cruise $29 USD, U.S.S. Intrepid $24 USD, Wax Museum $25 USD), Lunch, Drinks, Tips.
Included:
English speaking guide
Not Included:
Personal Expenses, Snacks, Food, Tips
Included:
English Speaking Local Guide, Transportation on all-electric vehicle
Not Included:
Food & Beverages, Tips
7. Montreal - Quebec City & Montmorency Falls
8. Boston - Boston Bike City Trip
9. Chicago - Chicago River Cruise
Visit Montmorency Falls and take a gondola lift to the top for spectacular views of the St. Lawrence River before continuing to the walled fortress of Quebec City where you can see the city from the Observatoire de la Capitale. Stop through the Le Chateau Frontenac, the Place D’ armes, Citadelle and Parliament Building before returning to Montreal for the night.
Get to know the city up-close by bicycle with a knowledgeable and friendly local guide who will take you to the best sights like the Boston Common, Back Bay, South End, North End, Rose Kennedy Greenway, Charles River Esplanade and Copley Square.
Experience one of the world’s most beautiful cities on a 1-hour cruise down the historic Chicago River while you learn about the city’s famous and impressive architectural landmarks from your knowledgeable guide. Begin your exciting journey at Navy Pier and float along all three branches of the Chicago River taking in magnificent city skyline views along the way.
Included:
Roundtrip Transportation, English/ French Speaking Tour Leader.
Not Included:
Entrance Fees: Montmorency Falls $3 CAD, Gondola Lift $12 CAD, Observatoire de la Capitale $10 CAD, Meals, Beverages, Tips.
Included:
Individually-fitted Bike, Helmet, Water, Guide.
Not Included:
Snacks & Beverages.
Included:
1-hour guided architecture cruise of the historic Chicago River, Live commentary on board.
Not Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
*These activities are subject to change without prior notice. Please confirm online at www.bambaexperience.com.
“Travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living.” Miriam Beard
Stand under the Statue of Liberty.
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Take incredible pictures at the Grand Canyon.
See the famous Hollywood sign.
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los angeles or new york city Cross Country USA Ways Start: Los Angeles / Finish: New York City Recommended Min. Trip Time: 21 Days FROM
$1679 USD
USA Crossing Ways
Start: New York City / Finish: Los Angeles Recommended Min. Trip Time: 21 Days FROM
$1679 USD
Included Experiences in Pass: 1. Hollywood Trolley Explorer 2. Grand Canyon Day Trip 4. New York City Day Trip 5. Foodie 9th Street Market Experience 6. Washington DC Unveiled 9. Chicago River Cruise
Witness the Grand Canyon - a natural wonder!
Great views of New York from the Empire State Building.
Enjoy a river cruise in Chicago.
start: los angeles or san francisco California & Vegas Ways Start: Los Angeles or San Francisco Finish: Where you started Recommended Min. Trip Time: 13 -15 Days
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$694 USD
Hollywood Stars Ways
Start: Los Angeles / Finish: San Francisco Recommended Min. Trip Time: 7 - 9 Days FROM
$444 USD
Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas!
Vegas & Hollywood Ways Start: San Francisco / Finish: Los Angeles Recommended Min. Trip Time: 7 - 9 Days FROM
$499 USD
Included Experiences in Pass: 1. Hollywood Trolley Explorer 2. Grand Canyon Day Trip 3. Bridge & The Beach
Fooling around in front of the Golden Gate.
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start: los angeles California Life Ways
Start: San Francisco / Finish: Los Angeles Recommended Min. Trip Time: 7 - 9 Days FROM
$369 USD
California Loving Ways Start: Los Angeles / Finish: San Francisco Recommended Min. Trip Time: 7 - 9 Days
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$364 USD
Included Experiences in Pass: 1. Hollywood Trolley Explorer 3. Bridge & The Beach Find your favorite artist on Los Angeles’ Walk of Fame!
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start: Washington dc or Boston Hollywood & Grand Canyon Ways Start: Los Angeles or Las Vegas Finish: Where you started Recommended Min. Trip Time: 4 - 6 Days FROM
$294 USD
Vegas Baby Ways
Start: Los Angeles / Finish: Las Vegas Recommended Min. Trip Time: 3 - 5 Days FROM
$239 USD
Included Experiences in Pass: 1. Hollywood Trolley Explorer 2. Grand Canyon Day Trip
Amazing views of the Grand Canyon.
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start: Washington dc, new york or toronto Eastern USA & Canada Ways
Start: New York, Washington DC or Toronto Finish: Where you started Recommended Min. Trip Time: 15 - 17 Days FROM
$899 USD
Mighty Canada Ways
Start: New York or Toronto Finish: Where you started Recommended Min. Trip Time: 11 -13 Days
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$749 USD
Included Experiences in Pass: 4. New York City Day Trip 5. Foodie 9th Street Market Experience 6. Washington DC Unveiled 7. Quebec City & Montmorency Falls 8. Boston Bike City Trip Visit the Montmorency Falls in Quebec.
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start: new york or Washington dc New England Ways
Start: New York or Washington Finish: Where you started Recommended Min. Trip Time: 9 -11 Days
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$449 USD
Big Apple Escape Ways Start: New York or Washington Finish: Where you started Recommended Min. Trip Time: 4 - 6 Days
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$229 USD
Included Experiences in Pass: 4. New York City Day Trip 5. Foodie 9th Street Market Experience 6. Washington DC Unveiled
Visti the amazing Capitol Hill at Washington DC.
See the world famous Times Square.
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Yellowstone, Grand Canyon & The West Adventure FROM
Days Start: Los Angeles or Las Vegas
$962 USD
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Days Start: Los Angeles or Las Vegas
$842 USD
5 Days
Yellowstone, Bryce, Rockies & FROM Lakes Adventure Start: Los Angeles or Las Vegas
$757 USD
HIGHLIGHTS Be mesmerized by Yellowstone Enjoy Lake Powell & Bryce Canyon Admire Grand Teton National Park
HIGHLIGHTS Admire Mt. Rushmore & Arches NP Marvel at the Grand Canyon Witness Yellowstone & Grand Teton
HIGHLIGHTS Awe at Bryce & Grand Canyons Discover Yellowstone & Lake Powell Visit Grand Teton & Las Vegas
See the main highlights of the “American West” during this 8-day adventure. Awe at the iconic sandstone formations of Arches N.P. Travel past the Cowboy State of Wyoming to visit Mt. Rushmore where impressive statues have been carved into the side of the mountain. Spot black bears in the drive-through wildlife park of Bear Country USA. Be mesmerized by Yellowstone’s moon-like landscapes of hot springs, mud pots, and geysers. Enjoy stunning mountain vistas and shimmering alpine lakes at Grand Teton N.P. Tour Salt Lake City, Utah’s gorgeous capital, and admire the breathtaking Great Salt Lake. Take amazing pictures at the Grand Canyon and experience the nightlife of the “Entertainment Capital of the World”... Las Vegas!
Travel through the American West and see exceptional landscapes during this 7-day trip. View awesome geological features at the popular Lake Powell. Wander through red-colored natural columns at Bryce Canyon N.P. Get a taste of the Rocky Mountains in Grand Teton N.P., marveling at the stunning mountain vistas, shimmering alpine lakes and abundant wildlife. Explore the famous Yellowstone N.P. and admire the stunning diversity of scenery; canyons, waterfalls, hot springs and geysers. Learn about the history of Salt Lake City, admire its beautiful architecture and behold the amazing Great Salt Lake. Awe at the spectacular Grand Canyon, a natural wonder, before heading to Las Vegas to enjoy its great nightlife. End with a visit to a Chocolate Factory.
Travel into the West for 5 days to discover some unique geological treasures. Enjoy yourself at Lake Powell, the second-largest man-made reservoir in the US, while admiring the surrounding natural beauties. Get lost in the maze of trails winding through giant natural red-hued columns at Bryce Canyon N.P. Make a stop at the classic Western town of Jackson Hole, before heading to the Rockies and experiencing wonderful scenery at every turn. Visit Grand Teton N.P. and awe at the beautiful mountain vistas and shimmering alpine lakes. Go back in time to the creation of the world as you pass by geysers, hot springs and mud pots in Yellowstone N.P. Tour Salt Lake City to see historic sites and the Great Salt Lake.
Included: 7-nights 3* Hotel (1N Richfield, 1N Denver, 1N Gillette, 1N Yellowstone, 1N Salt Lake City, 2N Las Vegas) , Ground Transportation, Airport Drop-off in LA, English Speaking Tour Coordinator, All Activities, Most Entrance Fees.
Included: 6 nights 3* Hotel (1N St. George, 1N Salt Lake City, 1N Yellowstone, 1N Salt Lake City, 2N Las Vegas), Ground Transportation, Airport Drop-off in LA, English Speaking Tour Coordinator, All Activities, Most Entrances Fees.
Included: 4 nights 3* Hotel (1N St. George, 1N Salt Lake City, 1N Yellowstone, 1N Salt Lake City), Ground Transportation, English Speaking Tour Coordinator, All Activities, Entrances Fees to National Parks.
Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Grand Canyon Entrance Fee ($80 USD with lunch), Optional Activities, Tips.
Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Grand Canyon, Entrance Fee ($80 USD with lunch), Optional Activities, Tips.
*Daily Departures (June 16 - Aug 16) & Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat (Apr 26 June 14 & Aug 19 - Oct 4).
*Daily Departures (June 16 - Aug 16) & only Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat (Apr 26 - June 14 & Aug 19 - Oct 4).
*Option of ending in Salt Lake City or Las Vegas *Daily Departures (June 16 - Aug 16) & Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat (Apr 26 June 14 & Aug 19 - Oct 4).
Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Optional Activities (Lake Powell Cruise: $50 USD/Adult), Personal Expenses.
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Las Vegas & Grand Canyon FROM South Rim Adventure $222 USD Start: Los Angeles or Las Vegas
HIGHLIGHTS Experience busy nightlife in Fabulous Las Vegas Marvel at spectacular views of the Grand Canyon Visit a Chocolate Factory & Botanical Cactus Gardens Embark on a 3-day trip to discover Fabulous Las Vegas and the awesome Grand Canyon. You have the option of spending an extra free day exploring Las Vegas on your own. Travel to the Grand Canyon South Rim and be mesmerized by the sweeping panoramic views you will get of this natural wonder. Make a stop at the impressive Hoover Dam before returning to the “Entertainment Capital of the World” and experiencing the nightlife there. End with visits to the Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Cactus Gardens. *Daily Departures
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San Diego & SeaWorld Experience
Days Start: Los Angeles
HIGHLIGHTS Explore the beautiful coastal city of San Diego See amazing sea animals & go on thrilling rides at SeaWorld Enjoy the spectacular & world-famous Shamu show Leave Los Angeles for 3 exciting days exploring San Diego and SeaWorld. Travel to the sunny coastal city of San Diego and enjoy some free time to visit its museums, experience its lively theater scene, and wander around its historic downtown quarter. Spend a fun day at SeaWorld feeding the dolphins, seeing polar bears and sharks, and plunging through a watery adventure on the thrilling ‘Journey to Atlantis’ ride. Try to stay dry when the world-famous Shamu comes a-splashing during one spectacular show! *Daily Departures
Included: 2 or 3 nights 3* Hotel in Las Vegas (depending on package), Ground Transportation, English Speaking Tour Coordinator, All Activities.
Included: 2 nights 3* Hotel in San Diego, Roundtrip Transportation to/from San Diego, SeaWorld Entrance Fee. Not Included: Shuttle to/from SeaWorld (inquire at hotel), Meals & Drinks, Tour Guide, Flights, Personal Expenses, Visa Fees, Tips, Travel Insurance.
Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Grand Canyon South Rim Entrance Fee ($10 USD/person), Optional Activities, Tour Guide, Flights, Personal Expenses, Tips.
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San Francisco, Santa Barbara & FROM Yosemite Adventure $207 USD
Days Start: Los Angeles
HIGHLIGHTS Visit the beautiful cities of the Pacific Coast Take photos of San Francisco’s main sights Awe at stunning landscapes in Yosemite N.P. Travel along the Pacific Coast and discover the main highlights of California during this 3-day trip. Make stops at Santa Barbara, the “American Riviera”, and later at the beautiful Danish Village of Solvang. Upon reaching San Francisco, you will discover the world-famous Silicon Valley. Take wonderful pictures of the main sights of San Francisco such as the Golden Gate, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Lombard Street, before going off to visit Stanford University. Experience the natural wonders of the amazing Yosemite N.P. *Departures on Thu, Sat, Sun Included: 2 nights 3* Hotel in San Francisco, Ground Transportation, English Speaking Tour Coordinator, All Activities as per itinerary, Yosemite N.P. Entrances Fees. Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Optional Activities (SF Bay Cruise $36 USD; SF Extensive Tour $25 USD), Tour Guide, Flights, Personal Expenses, Tips.
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$498 USD
3 Days
The Great Las Vegas Escape
Start: Los Angeles or Las Vegas
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$223 USD
HIGHLIGHTS Explore the Las Vegas Strip & its huge casinos Enjoy the great street light & fountain shows Experience the “World’s Entertainment Capital” Escape to Las Vegas for a few days and get a taste of life in what we call the “Entertainment Capital of the World”. Take an optional night tour or go on your own to enjoy the neon-lights show on Fremont Street, the Musical Fountain show at Bellagio, and/or the Mirage Volcano show. Take advantage of a free day to explore the Las Vegas Strip, and look down on it from up viewing deck at the top of the Stratosphere Tower. Visit the Ethel M Chocolate Fact ory and its Botanical Cactus Gardens before returning to Los Angeles. *Departures on Wed, Thu, Sun Included: 2 nights 3* Hotel in Las Vegas, Ground Transportation, English Speaking Tour Coordinator, All Activities as per itinerary. Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Optional Activities (see website for details), Tour Guide, Airline Tickets, Personal Expenses, Tips, Travel Insurance.
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Niagara Falls, Washington DC & FROM Philadelphia Encounter $284 USD Start: New York
Visit the world-renowned Niagara Falls and the historic cities of Washington DC and Philadelphia during this 3-day trip. Get the opportunity not only to take splendid pictures of the powerful Falls’ rushing water during daytime, but also experience the magic of a nighttime Niagara Falls Illumination. Explore Washington DC, the capital of the USA, taking photos of the nation’s most famous monuments. Travel to Philadelphia, one of the most historically significant cities in the country and discover its iconic landmarks. *Departures on Mon, Wed, Fri
Boston Getaway
HIGHLIGHTS Tour the historical & beautiful city of Boston Explore the world-famous campus of Yale University Awe at the Breakers Mansion in the town of Newport Enjoy a 2-day Boston getaway and get the opportunity to see iconic landmarks of the USA. Travel to New Haven to explore the world-famous campus of Yale University. View a huge variety of ocean life at the Mystic Aquarium (optional), before heading to the seaside town of Newport and being amazed by the Breakers Mansion (optional). Transfer to the beautiful historic city of Boston and wander around Quincy Market in the evening. The next day, go on a city tour to see the illustrious Harvard University, MIT and Trinity Church. *Departures on Mon, Wed, Sat Included: 1 night 3* Hotel in Boston, Roundtrip Transportation, English Speaking Tour Coordinator. Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Entrance Fees, Optional Activities (see website for details), Tour Guide, Airline Tickets, Personal Expenses, Visa Fees, Tips, Travel Insurance
Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Optional Activities (see website for details), Tour Guide, Airline Tickets, Personal Expenses, Tips, Travel Insurance.
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Start: New York
HIGHLIGHTS See the famously cracked Liberty Bell in Philadelphia Visit the emblematic monuments & museums of DC Explore the historic port town of Baltimore Learn about US history on this 2-day trip, as you visit the renowned cities of Washington DC and Philadelphia. Travel to Philadelphia, one of the most historically significant cities in the USA, to see its iconic landmarks such as the well-known cracked Liberty Bell, a symbol of the nation’s struggle for Independence. Head to Washington DC, the capital of the USA, to explore the Smithsonian Museums and witness the nation’s most famous monuments. Make a last stop at the legendary port town of Baltimore. *Daily departures (except Tue)
$233 USD
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Included: 2 nights 3* Hotel (1N Niagara Falls, 1N Watkins Glen), Ground Transportation, English Speaking Tour Coordinator, All Activities as per itinerary.
FROM Washington DC & Philadelphia $164 USD Historic Cities Encounter
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Start: New York
north america
HIGHLIGHTS Feel the magic of a Niagara Falls Illumination View the great architectural monuments of D.C. Learn about the nation’s history in Philadelphia
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The Mighty Niagara Falls Encounter
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$233 USD
Days Start: New York
HIGHLIGHTS Experience spectacular views of the Niagara Falls Enjoy a great nighttime Niagara Falls Illumination Get the chance to wander the scenic Watkins Glen Go on this 2-day trip to the Niagara Falls and witness one of the world’s natural wonders both by day and by night. Take the popular Maid of the Mist boat ride to get up close and personal with the Niagara Falls (optional) and prepare to get wet! Feel the magic during the nighttime Illumination of the Falls. Get the chance to learn about the history and the sacredness of the area by means of various optional activities. Make a stop at the scenic Watkins Glen State Park with its cavern-like network of rock formations. *Departures on Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
Included: 1 night 3* Hotel in Washington DC, Ground Transportation, English Speaking Tour Coordinator.
Included: 1 night 3* Hotel in Niagara Falls, Ground Transportation, English Speaking Tour Coordinator.
Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Optional Activities (see website for details), Tour Guide, Airline Tickets, Personal Expenses, Tips, Travel Insurance.
Not Included: Meals & Drinks, Optional Activities (see website for details), Tour Guide, Airline Tickets, Personal Expenses, Tips, Travel Insurance.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS TERMS AND CONDITIONS: By booking a trip, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions that govern the relationship between the client and Bamba Experience, the cancellation policy and limitations of liability. All persons wishing to make a booking have carefully read and fully understand the Terms and Conditions that follow. By making a booking with the Company or its Agents, you accept on behalf of yourself and all those named on the booking including minors and persons under a disability to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. The Company reserves the right to update and/or alter these terms and conditions at anytime. The latest terms and conditions may be found on the Company website http://www.bambaexperience.com/Terms-and-Conditions-c4i0.html DEPOSITS: Deposits are non-refundable. Payment of a deposit enables Bamba Experience to hold a reservation for you but does not guarantee the price. The price can only be guaranteed once we receive full payment and a voucher or travel documents have been issued. Prices in our brochure are shown as ‘from’ and we reserve the right to alter the prices of any of the holidays shown in our brochure. You will be advised of the current price of the trip that you wish to book before your contract is confirmed. Inca Trail and Galapagos Island trips are non refundable and the departure date is not flexible. Any changes to these trips will result in the complete loss of all payment received by The Company. FINAL PAYMENT: Full payment of the balance of the tour price is due 60 days before the departure date of the first service booked. If full payment is not received by the due date, then rates and tour space cannot be guaranteed and the Company reserves the right to treat the Client’s booking as cancelled. The Company is not responsible for any charges applied to credit card transactions and will not refund or return any fees charged by third parties and incurred during the transaction of the tour cost. CLIENT DETAILS: In order for Bamba Experience to confirm and guarantee the client’s travel arrangements, the client must provide all client details with their final payment. If the Client does not provide all details 60 days or more before departure, the client assumes the risk that the tour may be cancelled at anytime and full cancellation fees will apply. Client Details include: passport number, passport expiry date, passport issue date and place of issuance, full name as it appears in valid passport, date of birth, place of birth, nationality, completed medical form (if applicable), and arrival details (or other documents as requested). Any amendments to these details may result in failure to secure an Inca Trail Trek permit or a Galapagos Trip Reservation. The Company will not be held responsible for any fees levied as a result. CHANGES OF A TOUR BY THE CLIENT: Any transfers or changes to any bookings are subject to availability, subject to approval by Bamba Experience and can only be made more than 60 days before the departure date. (Inca Trail & Peru Treks & Galapagos Trips are not-transferrable and non-refundable). Any transfers or changes may incur extra costs and additional fees. Inca Trail and Galapagos Island trips are non refundable, non transferrable and the departure date is not flexible. CANCELLATION OF A TOUR BY THE CLIENT: Any cancellation by a Client must be made in writing and be acknowledged by the Company in writing. The date on which the request to cancel is received by the Company or its Agents will determine the cancellation fees applicable. The cancellation fees are expressed hereafter as a percentage of the total tour price, excluding insurance. Bus Passes: 60 days+ prior to trip: Full Refund 59-30 days prior to trip: 50% of total booking 0-29 days prior to trip: 100% of total booking Adventure Tours: 90 days+ prior to trip: Full Refund 89-60 days prior to trip: 50% of total booking 0-59 days prior to trip: 100% of total booking Inca Trail & Peru Treks & Galapagos Trips: 365 days+ prior to trip: 50% of total booking 0-364 days prior to trip: 100% of total booking Carnival Tours & World Cup Tours: 90 days+ prior to trip: Full Refund 89-60 days prior to trip: 50% of total booking 0-59 days prior to trip: 100% of total booking CANCELLATION OF A TOUR BY THE COMPANY: The Company reserves the right to cancel any trip for any reason, but will not cancel a tour less than 60 days before departure except for Force Majeure, unusual or unforeseen circumstances outside the Company’s control (excluding Expedition Trips – refer to Expedition Ticket/Conditions of Carriage). When a tour is cancelled by the Company before the agreed date of departure for any reason other than the fault of the Client, the Client can either: take a substitute tour of equivalent or superior quality if the Company is able and willing to offer such a substitute; or take a substitute tour of lower quality if the Company is able and willing to offer one and to recover from the Company the difference in price between the price of the tour originally purchased and that of the substitute tour; or have a full refund of all monies paid under the contract as soon as possible.
ACCEPTANCE OF RISK: The Client acknowledges that the nature of the tour is adventurous and may involve a significant amount of personal risk. The Client hereby assumes all such risk and does hereby release the Company from all claims and causes of action arising from any damages or injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks. Prior to tour commencement, the Client may be asked to sign an official release of liability form which can be found at http://www. bambaexperience.com/ReleaseForm-c156i0.html GUARANTEED DEPARTURES: The Company guarantees selected departures at their discretion and shall become guaranteed once there is the designated minimum required number of clients confirmed upon it. This guarantee of departure is still subject to force majeure situations, and the Company reserves the right to remove the guaranteed designation at anytime and will not be held accountable for any costs resulting to the client for this action due to circumstances beyond reasonable control. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: The Client must be in possession of a valid passport required for entry, departure and travel through each destination point along the itinerary of the tour, (passport must be valid 6 months past the return date), all visas, permits and certificates including vaccination certificates, insurance policies, required for the whole of the journey. The Client accepts full responsibility for obtaining all such documents, visas and permits prior to the start of the tour, and is solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from missing or defective documentation. FORCE MAJEURE: The Company shall not be liable in any way to the Client for death, bodily injury, illness, damage, delay or other loss or detriment to person or property, or financial costs both direct and indirect incurred, or for the Company’s failure to commence, perform and/ or complete any duty owed to the Client if such death, delay, bodily injury (including emotional distress or injury), illness, damage or other loss or detriment to person or property is caused by Act of God, war or war like operations, mechanical breakdowns, terrorist activities or threat thereof, civil commotions, labor difficulties, interference by authorities, political disturbance, howsoever and where so ever any of the same may arise or be caused, riot, insurrection and government restraint, fire, extreme weather or any other event or cause whatsoever beyond the reasonable control of the Company the consequences of which could not have been foreseen or avoided even if all due care had been exercised. INSURANCE: It is mandatory that all Clients obtain travel insurance with a minimum medical coverage of US$75,000 while travelling with the Company and this insurance must cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, and evacuation expenses. Clients must be able to provide proof of Insurance purchase and adequate coverage as per the required amounts above if requested by the group Leader or Company Representative. It is strongly recommended the coverage be extended to include cancellation, curtailment, and all other expenses that might arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay or inconvenience occurring to the Client. The Company shall have no liability for loss, theft of or damage to baggage or personal effects. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITY: The Client acknowledges he or she will be visiting places where the political, cultural and geographical attributes present certain risks, dangers and physical challenges greater than those present in his or her daily lives. By booking travel with the Company, the Client acknowledges she or he has considered the potential risks, dangers and challenges, and expressly assumes the risks attendant to such travel conditions. The Client is solely responsible for acquainting themselves with customs, weather conditions, physical challenges and laws in effect at each stop along the itinerary, and are encouraged to locate or make contact prior to embarkation with his/her local embassy or consulate in each destination. CLAIMS AND COMPLAINTS: If a Client has a complaint against the Company, the Client must first inform the tour leader at the earliest opportunity to allow the grievance to be rectified. If satisfaction is not reached, the Client must contact the Company representative or local Office Manager whilst on tour in order that the Company is provided the opportunity to rectify the matter. Failure to indicate dissatisfaction whilst on tour will result in the Client’s ability to claim compensation from the Company being reduced or extinguished. If satisfaction is still not reached through these means while the Client remains on the tour, then any further complaint must be put in writing to the Company via its Agents or directly to head office at sales@bambaexperience.com, within 30 days of the end of the tour. The Company will not accept any liability for claims received after this period. PRIVACY POLICY: Bamba Experience S.A. de C.V. will provide your personal information, as well as any personal information you provide in relation to the persons whose travel arrangements have been requested by you, to suppliers and carriers to enable the operation of the services requested by you. We do our utmost to protect your personal information. IMAGES, VIDEOS AND MARKETING: The Client agrees that during the tour images, photos or videos may be taken by other travellers and/or the Company Staff that may contain the Client in part or in whole. The Client agrees that these images may be reproduced by the Company and the Client grants perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide, irrevocable license to reproduce such images, photos or video in any medium for promotion and publicity purposes.
CHANGES OF A TOUR BY THE COMPANY: Changes made by Bamba Experience S.A. de C.V.: Bamba Experience S.A. de C.V. reserves the right to change any of the facilities, services or prices described in the brochure before a booking is made. If such a change is made, the Client will be told at the time of booking or when the change occurs. If Bamba Experience S.A. de C.V. makes a major change we will inform the Client as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before departure. If the major change is due to force majeure or unforeseen circumstances no compensation is payable. UNUSED SERVICES: There will be no discounts or monies refunded for missed or unused services, this includes voluntary or involuntary termination/departure from tour, i.e. sickness, death of a family member etc, late arrival on the tour, or premature departure either voluntarily or involuntarily. VALIDITY: The prices in this brochure and website are based on rates and costs in effect at time of printing the brochure or posting to the website. The Company reserves the right to alter prices at any time prior to tour been paid in full. All dates, itineraries and prices are indicative only. All online reservations and agency bookings shall be deemed as booked in Mexico and shall be subject to Mexican law and jurisdiction. FLEXIBILITY: Bamba Experience S.A de C.V. may alter its timetable(s), inclusive of those impacted by other Operators’ products and relating to all services provided for in this ticket without notice. The Client appreciates and acknowledges that the nature of this type of travel requires considerable flexibility and should allow for alternatives. The itinerary provided for each trip is merely representative of the types of activities contemplated, and Bamba Experience S.A. de C.V. is under no contractual obligation to strictly follow it. It is understood that the route, schedules, itineraries, amenities and mode of transport may be subject to alteration without prior notice due to local circumstances or events, which may include sickness or mechanical breakdown, flight cancellations, strikes, events emanating from political disputes, entry or border difficulties, high season, climate and other unpredictable or unforeseeable circumstances. Bamba Experience S.A. de C.V. Hop on Hop off Flexible passes, for the nature of these trips the flexibility will be limited to the availability of the service and the Company will do its best to assure this flexibility. All reservations shall be made with at least 48 hours prior to departure. All Hop-On Hop-Off passes include a set one way route that include certain destinations, transportation between them, and included activities in different destinations as specified in the pass. All passengers must follow that set route and it can not be modified or exchanged. All routes are final and clients are not allowed to backtrack or use a route, or activity twice.
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