Compass holidays (2014 2016) by Chris Wang

COMPASS HOLIDAYS WORLD TRAVEL PLANNER 2014 - 2016

ASIA

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SOUTH PACIFIC

LATIN AMERICA

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• MIDDLE EAST •

AFRICA

CRUISES & TRAIN JOURNEYS

Eagle-eyed readers will note some major changes in this new brochure, from the cover to the masthead and to the pages. This is because from the start, Compass Holidays did not plan to limit our range of services to just selling Asia; our vision was to bring you unforgettable moments and experiences to top travel destinations worldwide. Therefore, it is our pleasure to present you with this 2014 -2016 WORLD TRAVEL PLANNER featuring some of the must-go places in the world; many are home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Over 300 years ago, a Chinese scholar Gu Yanwu said: “Walk ten thousand miles. Read ten thousand books.” At Compass Holidays, we believe travel to be one of the essential ways that one can connect with the world around us. It is life’s greatest classroom to learn about ourselves and our far-off neighbours on the same planet. Join us along with family and friends for a journey that will enlighten you; and enliven you forever... with memories that will last a lifetime. Compass Holidays - We Deliver Great Memories! Kim Zhang President

Asia China & Yangtze Cruise Yunnan, Silk Road & Hong Kong Tibet & Taiwan Japan, Korea & Mongolia Indochina - Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos Thailand, Singapore & Malaysia Myanmar, Indonesia, Borneo & Philippines India Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka & Uzbekistan

South Pacific Australia, New Zealand & Fiji

Middle East Turkey, Egypt, Jordan & Dubai

Latin America Peru, Argentina & Brazil

Africa Kenya, Tanzania & South Africa

Rail Journeys Trans - Siberian Express Terms & Conditions

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Reasons to choose Compass Holidays Reasons to book with Compass Holidays QUALITY, VALUE & ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY As there are thousands of extraordinary places around the world that can only be unlocked with the freedom of private travel, that’s why privately customized packages comprise over 95% of our business. We craft private trips completely from scratch based on each traveller’s personal interests, pace, budgets, etc. The itinerary is finely tuned to your personal expectations. Guided by local experts, the private journey reveals the true nature of people and places you visit, helping you connect to the culture in a very personal and unforgettable way. “The possibilities are endless - much like the views” is our motto. In addition, we also operate small group departures with an average of 12 travelers and maximum of 16. EXPERTISE & EXPERIENCE Planning your trip can be hard work but delegating and using an expert shouldn’t be. You deserve a professional travel specialist that is fast and easy to use and that gives you the most extensive first-hand knowledge about the destinations and processes your booking like they would for their own. Many of us at Compass Holidays have been selling travel for decades. Our team has travelled to an average of over 20 world’s exotic destinations and we’d love to share our personal travel stories with you. When booking with us, you are in the good hands of people who have truly been there and understand your travel needs genuinely and will guarantee the satisfaction. ONE-STOP SHOP Compass Holidays is your one-stop travel solution for flights, hotels, meals, tours, transfers and guides. We’ve spent over two decades in grinding air arrangements and have access to private airfares worldwide with the world’s major airlines. Our trips focus on culture, history, people and nature, embracing authentic accommodation, experiential and engaging experiences that gives you values and freedoms that are envy of our industry. CALL US AND DISCOVER OUR WORLD DEDICATED SERVICES & HIGH EFFICIENCY There’s nothing more annoying than making a call which ends up in a sprawling call centre or being transferred from one consultant to another! When you make an enquiry on one of our trips, you will have a designated specialist who will be in charge from start to finish. It is our top priority to respond back to clients ASAP and offer unlimited consultations. We provide emergency support to every guest while on tours.

This brochure features over 200 of the best travel ideals we’d recommend you to consider when travelling privately or with a small group of like-minded people. But we also have more than a thousand journeys worldwide ranging from days to months. If your dream vacation is not listed within the following pages, simply call us or visit our web site www.compassholidays.net and we will be happy to create a one-of-a-kind itinerary just for you. Let’s get Social Hang out with us @facebook.com/compassholidays1.

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Handpicked Accommodations We have handpicked the hotels worldwide that suit each particular need. Location, amenities, ambience and local flavor are the major concerns when we selecting the hotels for our clients. Most of our tour packages in this brochure are using the International Standard First Class Hotels with charming ambience and great amenities. Each hotel has an excellent location and best value. We don’t cut corners; you will find the quality, location and review of our selected hotels always standing out on top and lot of them combined with exquisite design whether it’s a city centre hotel or a rural resort.

Sokha Angkor Resort, Cambodia

Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur, India

Elegance of Boutique & Heritage Hotels In some of the itineraries, we use boutique or heritage style accommodation in order to give you a taste of local culture and history. Unique Stay Experiences

Mercure Kuta, Bali

We also offer very unique stay experiences from Mongolian Ger to monastery; mountain lodge to river floatel; rice barge to a Tatami style Ryokan with “onsen” bath.

Portman Hotel, Shanghai

Ger Camp, Mongolia

Ryokan, Japan

Health & Fitness

Ocean Front Massage

Special Events

Authentic Food Experience

Compass Holidays – We deliver great memories!

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Asia

â&#x20AC;&#x153;To go out, To riseâ&#x20AC;? Visit Asia Now. Uzbekistan

India

Nepal

Myanmar

Indonesia

Malaysia

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Singapore

Asia is one of the most facinating regions of the world.

Dynamic, populated and rich in unique and aged cultures, it’s no wonder this region has become one of the most visited places on Earth. Called “The Land of the Sunrise” by ancient Greeks, this blessed region offers numerous must-to-see sites in the world and many of them are amonst the designation of UNESCO World Heritage. Japan

Mongolia

Korea

Philippines

“If you want to see countries like the ones we went to, or other countries you have been dreaming about, consider doing it the way we did it. I know that companies like Compass Holidays will be more than helpful in setting it up for you. It was easy to set up. All we had to do was tell them what we wanted to see, and they set up the private tour for us. They also gave us suggestions of other sites we should include in the tour. Out trip included the Angkor Temples in Cambodia, Bangkok, North-Central India, and Nepal (including a flight to Mount Everest). This is an excellent, if not the best way to see the world”.

Mr. & Mrs. Stach - Edmonton - Destination: India, Nepal, Cambodia, Thailand Cambodia

Vietnam

Thailand

Compass Holidays – We deliver great memories!

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Legacy of China & Yangtze Passage

The Great Wall, Beijing 20 DAY BEIJING • XIAN • CHONGQING • YANGTZE CRUISE • SHANGHAI • SUZHOU • GUILIN • YANGSHUO • HONG KONG Day 1 Home to Beijing Fly overnight to China’s Capital City - Beijing. Day 2 Welcome to Beijing After arriving, settle in your hotel. • Peninsula Palace • Capital Hotel Day 3 Beijing (B/L/SD) Take a stroll across Tiananmen Square and visit the magnificent Forbidden City. Tonight, enjoy a welcome Peking Duck Dinner. Day 4 Beijing (B/L) Travel into the mountains outside Beijing and walk atop the Great Wall at Mutianyu. Return to Beijing and visit the resplendent Summer Palace, a former retreat of royalty. Day 5 Beijing (B/L) Join the locals for Tai Chi as morning exercise at the Temple of Heaven. A subway ride to visit the Olympic Park. Explore Beijing’s vanishing hutongs by rickshaw for a insight into daily life of Beijingers. Day 6 Beijing/Xian (B/L) Fly to Xian and visit Han Yangling Museum en route to city. Climb up the City Wall and tour the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Walk through the Great Mosque and bustling Muslim Quarter. • Sofitel Renmin • Days Hotel & Suite Day 7 Xian/Chongqing (B/L) We will view life-sized Terracotta Warriors that have been standing on guard their Emperor for over 2000 years. Later flight to Chongqing and aboard M/V President 8.

Day 8 Yangtze River Cruise (B/L/D) Yangtze River with its three gorges are all breathtakingly beautiful. A shore excursion to Shibaozhai, means “Precious Stone Fortress” literally to see a red pavilion that perched on a cliff above the river.

Day 14 Guilin/Li River/Yangshuo (B/L) Cruise down the Li River through China’s most picturesque landscapes. Overnight in Yangshuo and enjoy a spectacular show in the evening - the Impressions Liu Sanjie. • Greenlotus • West Street Hotel

Day 9 Yangtze River Cruise (B/L/D) Sail through dramatic Qutang and poetic Wu Gorges. Cruise down the Shennong Stream by small “peapod” boat to see the ruins of ancient pathway, coffins hanging high on the cliffs.

Day 15 Yangshuo (B/D) Morning bamboo rafting along the Yulong River and then a visit of local village and farms by bicycle, take a cooking class at Yangshuo Cooking School and enjoy dinner.

Day 10 Yichang/Shanghai (B) This morning, witness the grandeur of the Three Gorges Dam, the largest public works project in China since the Great Wall. Farewell to the Yangtze as we fly to Shanghai. • Grand Hyatt • Sunrise On The Bund

Day 16 Yangshuo/Longsheng (B/L/D) Drive overland to Longsheng and on arrival, a hiking tour to the Ping An Village to visit the Zhuang and Yao ethnic tribes and terraced rice fields in the Dragon’s Backbone Mountain. • Li An Lodge • Longshen Longji Star Wish Resort

Day 11 Shanghai (B/L) Today’s sightseeing tour showcases Shanghai’s highlights – the Bund, Yuyuan Garden and the Shanghai Museum, This evening, enjoy a wonderful Acrobatic Show.

Day 17 Longsheng/Guilin/Hong Kong(B) Morning at leisure, Return to Guilin airport and fly to Hong Kong and transfer to hotel. • Marco Polo Hong Kong • Royal Pacific Hotel

Day 12 Shanghai/Suzhou/Shanghai(B/L) A full day excursion to Suzhou, a trading town ever since the first days of the Grand Canal. Visit a few gardens before a cruise along the Grand Canal. Day 13 Shanghai/Guilin (B/L) Fly to Guilin and visit the Reed Flute Caves, Elephant Trunk Hill and Fubo Hill where you can one has a bird’s-eye view of the Li River. • Shangri-La Hotel • Brovo Hotel

Day 18 Hong Kong (B) A half day tour with a ride up to Victoria Peak for a panoramic view of Hong Kong. Head to Aberdeen fishing village and Stanley markets where you can pick up some great bargains. Day 19 Hong Kong (B) Full day at leisure to pursue own interest. Day 20 Hong Kong (B) Transfer to the airport for flight home.

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88) Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday from Apr, 2014 - Mar, 2016 Double occupancy Single Supplement

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CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct $2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov

Dec - Feb

$3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Legacy of china & Yangtze Passage plus hong Kong

Essence of China

President Cruises The cruise season of Yangtze River starts from late March to early December each year. Amid so many cruise ships plying the route along the Three Gorges, The President Cruise’s modern new ships stand out with their distinctiveness are your best choice for an enjoyable Yangtze experience.

Li River, Guilin, China 14 DAY BEIJING • XIAN • GUILIN • YANGSHUO • SHANGHAI • SUZHOU

M/V President 8 - Inaugurated: 2013 Upstream on Monday & Downstream on Friday. M/V President 7 - Inaugurated: 2013 Upstream on Saturday & Downstream on Wed. M/V President Prime - Inaugurated: 2011 Upstream on Friday & Downstream on Tuesday. Cruise & Airport-Pier-Airport Transfers All Three Vessels

Deluxe Deluxe Executive Presidential

Twin Single Suite

Suite

Regular Season CAD$ $485 $810 $1495 $3260 Mar - Apr, Jun - Aug, Nov & Dec

USD$ $450 $755 $1395 $3050

High Season CAD$ $535 $895 $1700 $3795 May, Sep & Oct USD$ $500 $835 $1590 $3550 Above prices are per person including transfers from pier to airport in both Chongqing and Yichang. Triple sharing is available and 3rd passenger has 25% deduction. 4 days Downstream Chongqing - Yichang Schedule Itinerary Day 1 22:00 Set Sail from Chongqing Day 2

08:00-10:30 Optional Excursion - Fengdu City 14:00-16:00 Excursion - Shibaozhai 07:00-09:00 Optional - White Emperor City

Day 3 09:00-13:00 Sail through Qutang & Wu Gorges 13:30-17:30 Visit Shennong Stream by boat 08:00-10:00 Visit Three Gorges Dam Site Day 4 10:00-11:00 Sailing through Xiling Gorge 11:30

Disembarkation in Yichang

5 days Upstream Yichang - Chongqing Schedule Itinerary Day 1 19:00-23:00 Embark in Yichang

Day 1 (Tue) Home - Beijing Fly overnight to Beijing, Day 2 (Wed) Arrive Beijing Arrive Beijing, meet and transfer to your hotel • Capital Hotel Beijing Day 3 (Thu) Beijing (B/L) Visit the Tian’anmen Square and Forbidden City. Tour Hutong by pedicabs and visit a local family, local market and the Drum Tower. Day 4 (Fri) Beijing (B/L/D) Excursion to the Great Wall at Badaling and later, visit the Summer Palace. Enjoy a Peking Duck Dinner tonight. Day 5 (Sat) Beijing/Xian (B/L) Visit the Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple. Enjoy a Beijing noodle lunch at local restaurant. Transfer to the airport for flight to Xian. • Days Hotel & Suite Xinxing Xian Day 6 (Sun) Xian (B/L/SD) Tour the Terracotta Warriors and Provincial Historical Museum. Enjoy Dumpling Dinner followed by Tang Dynasty Show tonight . Day 7 (Mon) Xian/Guilin (B/L) Morning visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and ancient City Wall. Transfer to the airport for flight to Guilin. On arrival, transfer to hotel. • Guilin Bravo Hotel

Day 8 (Tue) Guilin/Yangshuo (B/L) Li River Cruise with lunch on board. Arrive in Yangshuo and stay at the Green Lotus Hotel. Day 9 (Wed) Yangshuo (B/L) Morning bamboo rafting along the Yulong River, a tributary of Li River. Visit the local village and farms via bicycle, take a Cooking Class and enjoy dinner at Yangshuo Cooking School in Chaolong Village Day 10 (Thu) Guilin/Shanghai (B/L) Drive back to Guilin and visit the famous Reed Flute Caves. Fly to Shanghai later today. Hotel: Sunrise On The Bund Hotel Day 11 (Fri) Shanghai (B/D) Visit the Yu Garden and the Old Town, the Bund and Shanghai Museum. Dinner at local restaurant followed by Acrobatic Show Day 12 (Sat) Shanghai/Suzhou (B/L) Full day excursion to Suzhou via high-speed train, Visit the Garden of Master Fishing Net, Silk Spinning Factory, cruise the Grand Canal. Return to Shanghai by train. Day 13 (Sun) Shanghai (B) Free day at leisure to pursue own interest. Day 14 (Mon) Shanghai - Home Board your homebound flight.

(B)

07:00-08:30 Sail through Xiling Gorge Day 2 09:00-10:30 Optional - Tribe of Three Gorges 13:00-15:30 Visit Three Gorges Dam Site 08:00-12:30 Visit Shennong Stream by boat Day 3 13:00-16:30 Sail through Qutang & Wu Gorges 16:30-18:00 Optional - White Emperor City Day 4 08:30-10:30 Excursion - Fengdu City Day 5 09:00

Disembarkation in Chongqing

President Cruises

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88) Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday Double occupancy Single Supplement

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

$2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

Essence of china

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov

Dec - Feb

$3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

CHINA

Sichuan & Yunnan Discovery

Hong Kong

Lijiang, Yunnan 12 DAY CHENGDU • MT. EMEI • DALI • SHAXI • LIJIANG • ZHONGDIAN • KUNMING Day 1 Chengdu Arrive Chengdu, Transfer to the Tibet Hotel. Day 2 Chengdu/Leshan/Mt. Emei (B/L) Travel to Leshan by car and visit Giant Buddha - the world’s largest stone statue. Continue to Mt. Emei and take a cable car up to the Golden Summit and see the magnificent temple in the midst of stunning landscape before returning back to Chengdu. Day 3 Chengdu (B/L/D) Visit the Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding during morning feeding hour followed by Sanxingdui Museum. Spend sometime at a local tea house before a Szechuan dinner. Day 4 Chengdu/Dali (B) Morning flight to Dali and tour Three Pagodas, Xizhuo and a cruise the Erhai Lake. Visit the Bai village of Zoucheng, intimate market and a batik ateliers. Check in at the Gurong Hotel. Day 5 Dali/Shaxi Passing through rolling hills and pine forests as we drive to Shaxi, a primeval town on the old-time tea-horse trade road and protected by the World Architecture Foundation as a world architectural heritage. Visit the local bazaar and Sidengjie. Stay at Laomadian Lodge. Day 6 Shaxi/Lijiang (B) Continue drive north to Lijiang basin with the backdrop of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Check in at Yi Bang Residence in the Dayan Old Town and rest of the day to explore Lijiang on own.

Day 7 Lijiang Today visit to the Black Dragon Pool, Dongba Cultural Museum and the Old Town of Lijiang built along the lie of mountains and the flow of rivers, a precious sample of old architecture. Enjoy a Dongba Music concert tonight. Day 8 Lijiang (B) Explore Yuhu Naxi and Baisha village to see the murals depicting the different forms of religious cultures and arts from Buddhism, Lamaism, Daoism and Naxi Dongba religion. Stop at Yufeng Temple, ancient town of Shuhe where you will learn about the history of trade route - the Tea and Horse Road. Day 9 Lijiang/Zhongdian Drive to Zhongdian or Shangri-La and stop en route at the First Bend of the Yangtze and the breathtaking Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the most dramatically beautiful sites in all of Asia. On arrival, check into the Songtsam Hotel Lugu. Day 10 Zhongdian Visit an unique black pottery workshop in Nixi and Songzangling Lamasery, Khampa Tibetan village Ringha and sip butter tea in a Tibetan farming family. Day 11 Zhongdian/Kunming Fly to Kunming and visit the Western Hills and Huating Temple. Walk through the bird & Flowers Market in old part of town. Overnight at the Bank Hotel. Day 12 Kunming Transfer to the airport for onwards flight.

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CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct $2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov $3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Sichuan & Yunnan Discovery

Dec - Feb

HONG KONG STOPOVER Day 1 Hong Kong On arrival, transfer to the hotel of your choice. Day 2 Hong Kong (B) A half day Hong Kong Island tour brings you up to the Victoria Peak for a panoramic view of Hong Kong and its harbour. Continue to visit the Aberdeen fishing village, Stanley markets where you can pick up some great bargains. Day 3 Hong Kong (B) Full day at leisure to pursue own interest or take an optional excursion to Macao, just less than one hour by high speed boat or to Lantao Islands to see the Giant Buddha. Day 4 Day 5 Hong Kong (B) Transfer to the Airport for onward flight. Land Arrangement Low

High

Peak

CAD

$390-$615

$425-$730

$460-$915

Category CUR Standard Superior First Class Deluxe

USD

$400-$630

$435-$750

$470-$940

CAD

$495-$710

$585-$865

$775-$1060

USD

$505-$730

$600-$885

$795-$1085

CAD

$675-$845

$825-$1060

$910-$1330

USD

$690-$885

$845-$1085 $9350-$1365

CAD $1035-$1475 $1135-$1670 $1305-$2200 USD $1060-$1510 $1165-$1710 $1340-$2255

Standard: BP International, Empire Hotels, Regal Oriental, Metropark Hotels, City Garden, Superior: Royal Pacific, Regal Kowloon & Hong Kong, Marco Polo Prince & Gateway, Holiday Inn, First Class: Marco Polo Hong Kong, Harbour Grand, Sheraton, Intercontinental Grand Stanford Deluxe: Kowloon & Island Shangri-La, Conrad, Intercontinental Hong Kong, Peninsula, Mandarin Seasons: Low: Jan 15 - Feb, May 10 - Aug 31, 2012, Jan 15 - Feb 2013 High: Mar 1 - Apr 8, May 1 - 10, Sep 1 - Oct 7, 2012, Nov 26 - Jan 14, 2013 Peak: Apr 9 - 30, Oct 8 - Nov 25, 2012 Black out or supplement applicable for Rugby Seven week in March 2012 and 2013.

Hong Kong Stopover

Yellow Mountain & Hangzhou

Magao Grottoes, Dunhuang

Timeless Silk Road

10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR Day 1 Tunxi (Yellow Mountain) (D) Arrive in Huangshan, transfer from airport or train station to the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Day 2 Mt. Huangshan (B, L, D) Morning visit to Hongcun Village with its 800 year old houses decorated in wood, brick and stone carvings, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. Ride a cable car up to the summit and we check in at the North Sea Hotel. Relax amidst this most romantic and poetic mountain of China and enjoy stunning views. Day 3 Mt. Huangshan (B, L, D) Watch a magnificent sunrise and enjoy a hike around the peaks appreciating its dramatic views. Descend Yellow Mountain and check in at the Best Western Hotel and soak in the hot spring. Take a leisurely walk through the historical street flanked by black brick houses and paved with rock slabs after dinner. Day 4 Huangshan - Hangzhou (B, L, D) Depart Huangshan for Hangzhou and stop en route to visit inimitable Tangyue Memorial Archways and Baos Family Garden. On arrival, Stay at the Sofitel West Lake. Day 5 Hangzhou (B/L) A tour by gondola to see elegant causeways and landscaped islands of West Lake. Visit idyllic Guozhuang Garden, Lingyin Temple, a tea plantation and Chinese pharmacy, where Chinese medicines are still dispensed today.

Day 1 (Sun) Xian Arrive Xian, transfer to Days Hotel & Suite. Day 2 (Mon) Xian (B/L/D) Visit the astounding excavation of Terracotta Warriors and Horses and Silk Road heritage such as the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall, Great Mosque and the Muslim night markets. This evening enjoy a dumpling dinner. Day 3 (Tue) Xian/Dunhuang (B/L/D) Morning tour of the Provincial Museum where the tradition of Silk Road trade and cultural exchange is one of the featured themes of the collection. Later, fly to Dunhuang, the far-flung outpost of Han culture along the Silk Road. Stay at the Silk Road Dunhuang Hotel

Day 7 (Sat) Turpan - Urumqi - Kashgar Driving past the Flaming Mountains to visit the “Thousand Buddha Caves” of Bezeklik. Continue to the haunting ruins of Gaochang, whose 39-foot walls failed to keep out the Mongol invasion. Return to Urumqi airport and fly to Kashgar and stay at the Tianyuan International Hotel

Day 4 (Wed) Dunhuang (B/L/D) Dunhuang has been called the greatest outdoor art gallery on earth due to the staggering wealth of Buddhist art that adorns the Mogao Caves, the largest repository of Buddhist art found anywhere in the world. Spend most of the day at the caves exploring some of the finest examples of murals and statuary from different periods of history. Visit museum and the Ming Sha Shan Sand Dunes late afternoon.

Day 8 (Sun) Kashgar (B/L/D) Visit Kashgar’s Sunday Market that draws thousands of buyers and sellers who re-enact a ritual that recalls a scene from the pages of Islamic lore. Also tour some other famed sites including the elegant Tomb of Abakh Khoja, the Id Kah Mosque and the labyrinth of alleys that comprises the city’s charming old town. This evening, enjoy a traditional roast lamb banquet held in the Herembagh Restaurant.

Day 5 (Thu) Dunhuang/Urumqi (B/L) Fly to Urumqi, capital of the Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Region and the leading city of northwest China. On arrival, you are transferred to the Mirage Hotel Urumqi.

Day 9 (Mon) Kashgar/Urumqi (B/L) Fly back to Urumqi, a city tour including a visit to the museum famous for mummy display. Overnight at the Mirage Hotel Urumqi.

Day 6 Hangzhou (B) Transfer to the airport or railway station. Land Arrangements Departure: Daily CAD $ Double occupancy USD $ CAD $ Single Supplement USD $

Day 6 (Fri) Urumqi - Turpan Drive to the oasis town of Turpan, an important Silk Road stop and a charming outpost along one of the most forbidding overland routes on earth. Tour its bazaar and market, “karez” system, the elegant Suliman’s Minaret and end your day with viewing the ruins of Jiaohe at sunset. Stay at the Huozhou Hotel.

Day 10 (Tue) Urumqi Departure (B) Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88) Apr - Aug Sep - Oct $2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Huangshan & Hangzhou

Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday Double occupancy Single Supplement

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

$2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

Timeless Silk Road

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov

Dec - Feb

$3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

CHINA

Tibet - The Roof of the World

Lijiang, Yunnan 9 DAY XINING • TRAIN TO TIBET • LHASA • SHIGATZE • GYANTSE • TSEDANG Day 1 Xining (Amdo Tibet) Arrive in Xining, if time permits, visit the Liuwan Pottery Museum where China’s largest collection of painted pottery of Neolithic Age exhibited and the Qutan temple. Stay at Qinghai Hotel Day 2 Xining /Lhasa by Train (B/L) Visit Kumbum, the holy place of Gelukpa Lamaism consisting numerous shrines, stupas, halls and hundreds of monk are living here. Continue to the Grand Mosque and Museum for a visit before boarding your overnight train to Lhasa for one of the most remarkable rail journeys experience on the planet. Day 3 Across Qinghai/Tibet Plateau (D) Sit back as the train travelling across Qinghai - Tibetan Plateau to Lhasa, passing surreal and stupendous landscapes with the elevated bridges and open steppes against a stunning backdrop of towering snow capped peaks. Arrive in Lhasa and stay at the Four Point by Sheraton Hotel. Day 4 Lhasa (B/L/D) Visit the Potala Palace; an architectural wonder dominated the centre of Lhasa. Its vast inward-sloping walls broken only in the upper parts by straight rows of many windows, and its flat roofs at various levels are not unlike a fortress in appearance. Also visit the summer palace of Dalai Lama -Norblingkha and the Museum to get an insight of Tibetan Culture.

Day 5 Lhasa (B/L/D) Visit the Jokhang Temple, spiritual centre of the country and an important pilgrimage site for pious Tibetans. The Barkhor Bazaar, rich in colours and atmosphere, a perfect place to pick up a well-crafted Tibetan ornament. Also visit the Sera and Drepung monasteries, both founded in the 15th century. Day 6 Lhasa - Shigatse (B/L/D) Travel to Shigatse, Tibet’s second largest city and the traditional capital of Tsang. Tour the labyrinthine Tashilumpur Monastery, the seat of Panchan Lamas and walk along the pilgrim route before sunset. Stay at the Shigatse Hotel Day 7 Shigatse - Gyantse (B/L/D) Enjoy breathtaking vistas across vertiginous, snow-capped mountains and steep-banked valleys as we travel to Gyantse. Visit Pelkor Chode Kumbum containing 108 chapels and illustrated with over 10,000 murals. Overnight at the Gyantse Hotel. Day 8 Gyantse - Tsedang (B/L/D) Drive over Kamba La Mountain pass and skirt the turquoise Yamdrok Lake. Picnic lunch if weather permits. Tour Samye Monastery – the first temple of Tibet built in 8th century, the Trandruk Monastery and Yumbulhakhang Palace dramatically posed over the fertile Yarlung Tsangpo Valley - the cradle of Tibetan civilization. Overnight at the Tsedang Hotel. Day 9 Tsedang - Lhasa Airport (B) Transfer to Gongkha airport or onward flight.

Day 1 (Wed) Arrive Beijing Transfer to the Beijing International Hotel. Day 2 -4 (Thu - Sat) Beijing (B/L) Two full day tour of the Forbidden City, Summer Palace. Badaling Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and Hutong tour by rickshaw. Day 5 (Sun) Beijing/Xian (B/L) Fly to Xian, visit the Provincial Museum & Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Jianguo Hotel. Day 6 (Mon) Xian (B/L/TD) Visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum and Dumpling Dinner and Tang Dynasty Show. Day 7 (Tue) Xian/Lhasa by air (B/D) Fly to Lhasa and transfer to Shambala Hotel. Free at leisure and dinner at the hotel. Day 8-9 (Wed - Thu) Lhasa (B/L/D) Two full day tour of Lhasa and visit the Potala Palace, Jokhang, Barkhor, Sera Temple, Etc. Day 10 (Fri) Lhasa/Shanghai (B) Fly to Shanghai. Stay at the Ocean Hotel. Day 11 (Sat) Shanghai (B/L/D) Visit to the Yu Garden, Museum, the Bund, Shanghai Acrobatic Show tonight. Day 12 -13 (Sun- Mon) Shanghai (B) One day at leisure and other day excursion to Suzhou with lunch. Day 14 (Tue) Shanghai Departure Departure transfer to airport.

(B)

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88)

Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80)

Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday from Apr, 2014 - Mar, 2016

Departure Every Wednesday

USD$ CAD$

Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

Double occupancy Single Supplement

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Tibet

CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct $2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov $3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Tibet - The Roof of the World

Dec - Feb

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Tibet

Taiwan

Highlights of China 14 DAY BEIJING • XIAN • CHONGQING • YANGTZE CRUISE • SHANGHAI Day 1 (Tue) Home - Beijing Fly overnight to Beijing. Day 2 (Wed) Arrive Beijing Arrive Beijing, meet and transfer to your hotel Hotel: Capital Hotel Beijing Day 3 (Thu) Beijing (B/L) Visit the Tian’anmen Square and Forbidden City. Tour Hutong by pedicabs and visit a local family, market and Drum Tower. Day 4 (Fri) Beijing (B/L/D) Excursion to the Great Wall at Badaling and visit the Summer Palace. Enjoy a Peking Duck Dinner tonight. Day 5 (Sat) Beijing/Xian (B/L) Visit the Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple before transfer to airport for flight to Xian. Hotel: Days Hotel & Suite Xinxing Xian Day 6 (Sun) Xian (B/L/SD) Visit the Terracotta Warriors and Provincial Historical Museum. Enjoy Dumpling Dinner followed by Tang Dynasty Show tonight. Day 7 (Mon) Xian/Chongqing (B/L) Morning visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and City Wall. Fly to Chongqing. Hotel: Hilton Chongqing or similar Day 8 (Tue) Chongqing (B/L/D) Morning visit the Chongqing Panda Zoo, the Stilwell Museum and local Market. Enjoy a Sichuan Hot Pot Dinner before transfer to pier to board on MV President Prime Cruiser.

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Day 9 (Wed) Three Gorges (B/L/D) M/V President casts off with amphitheatrelike views of the villages along the riverbanks convey the harmony of nature and beauty. A shore excursion to Fengdu to see temples with ghost and devil-like statues moulded into the façade, hence the name of the “City of Devils”. Day 10 (Thu) Three Gorges (B/L/D) Heading down through Qutang and later Wu Gorges. Board a small boat to explore beautiful Shennong Stream. Reboard ship as it enters Xiling, the longest of three gorges. Day 11 Yichang/Shanghai (B/L) Visit the Three Gorges Dam, the largest hydroelectric project in the world which changed the face of the Yangtze River forever. Disembark in Yichang and fly to Shanghai. Hotel: Sunrise On The Bund Hotel Day 12 (Fri) Shanghai (B/D) Visit the Yu Garden and the Old Town, the Bund and Shanghai Museum. Dinner at local restaurant followed by Acrobatic Show Day 13 (Sat) Shanghai/Suzhou (B/L) Full day excursion to Suzhou via high-speed train, Visit the Garden of Master Fishing Net, Silk Spinning Factory, cruise the Grand Canal. Return to Shanghai by train. Day 13 (Sun) Shanghai (B) Free day at leisure to pursue own interest. Day 14 (Mon) Shanghai - Home Board your homebound flight.

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Day 1(Mon) Taipei Arrival in Taipei and transfer to the Riviera Hotel Taipei. Day 2 (Tue) Taipei (B) Morning city tour of Taipei including the National Palace Museum; many Imperial artifacts from the Forbidden City are displayed. Explore the scenic beauty of Yangmingshan National Park, famous for its volcanic terrain, forests, and hot springs. Day 3 (Wed) Sun Moon Lake (B/L) Travel by high speed train to Taichung and on arrival, continue by bus to the Sun Moon Lake. Visit the Wen Wu Temple, Tehua Village and Holy Monk shrine. Stay at Del Lago Hotel. Day 4 (Thu) Kaohsiung (B/L) Drive to Tainan and visit the private Chimei Museum with rich collections of musical instruments and centuries-old Japanese samurai swords. Arrive Kaohsiung and walk the local night market . Stay at Howard Plaza Hotel. Day 5 (Fri) Kenting/Taitung (B/L) Drive to Kenting located in the southern tip of Taiwan. Visit the National Park before heading along the picturesque Southern Loop Highway to Taitung and stay at the Naruwan Hotel. Day 6 (Sat) Hualien/Taroko/Taipei (B/L) By train to Hualien and tour the intriguing Taroko Gorge. Return to Taipei late afternoon by train and on arrival, transfer to the airport for your onward flight tonight.

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88)

Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80)

Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday

Departure Every Wednesday

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Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

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Highlights of China

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$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov $3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Dec - Feb

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Taiwan - Around the Island

Taiwan

Glimpse of Japan 5 DAY TOKYO • MT. FUJI • KYOTO Day 1 Tokyo (Arrival) Arrive at Narita International Airport. Meet by an English speaking assistant and transfer by airport bus to Keio Plaza Hotel. Day 2 Tokyo (B) A morning tour of Japan’s vibrant capital include visit to the Tokyo Tower, Imperial Palace East Gardens and the picturesque Meiji Shrine setting amidst a forest of evergreen trees with a harmonious melding of design and spirituality. The afternoon is at leisure. Day 3 Mt. Fuji/Hakone/Kyoto (B/L) Depart to Mt Fuji and enjoy a spectacular view of Japan’s landmark from the 5th station at a height of 2,300 meters. Continue tour of Hakone; cruise the Lake Ashi and ride the aerial cableway at Mount Komagatake for sweeping views of the Hakone National Park. Travel by Bulletin Train to Kyoto. Accommodation at Rihga Royal Hotel Day 4 Kyoto - Nara – Kyoto (B/L) Morning tour of Kyoto introduce you to some of the key highlights of Kyoto including the Nijo Castle noted for its gorgeous interiors and Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion). Continue to Nara and visit Todaiji Temple that houses a great image of Buddha and the colourful Kasuga Shrine with 3,000 lanterns. Accommodation at Rihga Royal Hotel Day 5 Kyoto - Osaka (Departure) Transfer to Kansai or Itami airport for your onward flight.

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Japan - The Land of Rising Sun Lijiang, Yunnan 9 DAY TOKYO • MT. FUJI & HAKONE • TAKAYAMA • KANAZAWA • KYOTO • NARA Day 1 Arrive Tokyo Arrival in Tokyo, meet and transfer by airport bus to the Keio Plaza Hotel . Day 2 Tokyo (B/L) Full day tour to cover some intriguing sights of this metropolis such as the iconic Tokyo Tower, Imperial Palace East Gardens and beautiful Meiji Shrine. A tea ceremony at the Hama-Rikyu Garden followed by a cruise along Sumida River to the Asakusa Kannon Temple, the oldest and most popular temple in the city with a harmonious melding of design and spirituality. Day 3 Tokyo (B) Full day at leisure or take optional tours. Day 4 Tokyo - Mt. Fuji - Hakone (B/L) Travel to picturesque Hakone and drive up to Mt. Fuji where you will enjoy a panoramic vistas of Mt. Fuji with its perfect, snow-capped conical shape. Continue visit in Hakone area including a boat cruise on peaceful Lake Ashinoko. Overnight at Yomoto Fujiya Hotel or Hakone Hotel Kowakien nested in forested mountains. Enjoy “onsen” - an outdoor dip in a hot spring. Day 5 Hakone - Takayama (B) Travel by train to beguiling Takayama, one of Japan’s most atmospheric towns. Discover this fascinating town on foot myriad of narrow streets, shrines and sake stalls. See the Yatai Kaikan Hall, Kusakabe Folk Craft Museum and historic wooden houses in Kami Sannomachi Street of Overnight at Hida Hotel Plaza.

Day 6 Takayama/Kanazawa (B) Wander the morning market and soak up the atmosphere of the old town followed by a drive through Lake Miboro. This afternoon, travel by vehicle to Shirakawago and visit Gassho-Zukuri - large thatch roof dwellings, a unique architectural style which is a UNESCO World Heritage. Then move on to Kanazawa and stay at Rihga Royal Hotel. Day 7 Kanazawa/Kyoto (B) A former castle town and samurai headquarters, Kanazawa is also home to one of Japan’s most famous gardens – Kenrokuen. You will explore the garden and visit Kutaniyaki Pottery Kiln, Higashi geisha district and the interesting old Samurai Residence. Travel by train to Kyoto and stay at Rihga Royal Hotel. Day 8 Kyoto /Nara/Kyoto (B/L) Morning sightseeing includes visiting the Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle noted for its gorgeous interiors and Kyoto Imperial Palace (On Sat, Sun & national holidays: visit Higashi Honganji Temple instead). Lunch at Kyoto Handicraft Centre. After lunch, continue to Nara and visit Todaiji Temple that houses a great image of Buddha and the colourful Kasuga Shrine with 3,000 lanterns. Day 9 Kyoto - Home City (B) Transfer by Airport Limousine to Osaka Airport (either Kansai or Itami) for your onward flight.

Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80)

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88)

Departure Every Wednesday

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Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday from Apr, 2014 - Mar, 2016

Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Japan

Double occupancy Single Supplement

The Land of Rising Sun

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Glimpse of Japan

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Mongolia

Glimpse of Korea

7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN

11 DAY ULAANBAATAR • ELSEN TASARKHAI • KARAKORUM • GUN-GALUUT • GOBI

Day 1 (Mon) Arrival in Seoul Arrive Seoul, meet and transfer to hotel. Hotel: Best Western Premier KUKDO Hotel

Day 1 Ulaanbaatar Arrive in Mongolian Capital Ulaanbaatar, meet and transfer to the Puma Imperial Hotel.

Day 2 (Tue) Seoul City (B/L) City tour of Seoul includes visit to Changdeok Palace, Deoksu Palace, Jogyesa Temple, South Gate Market and Insadong Shopping Street.

Day 2 Ulaanbaatar (B/L) The city tour takes you through some of city’s principal sights. Visit the Gandan Monastery, Genghis Khan Monument on the Sukhbaatar square and Museum of National History.

Day 3 (Wed) Korean Folk Village (B) Morning free. Afternoon visit to the Korean Folk Village where the old traditional style houses and life styles of the 18th-19th century are being practiced. Day 4 (Thu) DMZ Tour/Gyeongju (B/L) Tour the DMZ, the Dora Observation Platform and Freedom Park to learn a bit of history of the Korean War before transfer to Gyeongju . Hotel: Gyeongju Commodore Hotel Day 5 (Fri) Gyeongju Tour/ Busan (B/L) Tour Korea’s ancient capital Gyeongju, visit the Cheomseongdae Astronomical Observatory, Royal Tumuli Park, National Museum, UNESCO's World Heritage Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto. Proceed to Busan City. Hotel: Busan Commodore Hotel Day 6 (Sat) Busan City / Seoul City (B/L) Tour of Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fishery Market, Nampodong Shopping Street, UN Cemetery, Busan Municipal Museum, Busan Haeundae Beach. Return to Seoul in the evening. Hotel: Best Western Premier KUKDO Hotel Day 7 (Sun) Seoul (B) Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80) Departure Every Wednesday

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Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Korea

Day 3 Elsen Tasarkhai (B/L/D) Depart to the west toward the ancient capital of Mongolia - Karakorum. Break our journey at the spectacular combination of sand dunes, Mountains and green meadows in Elsen Tasarkhai and take a short camel ride. Day 4 Karakorum (B/L/D) Visit legendary monastery Erdene Zuu, the first Buddhist monastery in Central Mongolia founded in 1586, Museum of Karakorum and its surroundings the Turtle Rock and the phallic stone etc. In the evening, we drive back to Elsen Tasarkhai and overnight at ger camp. Day 5 Hustai National Park (B/L/D) Drive to Hustai National Park, one of the most popular national parks of Mongolia through the rolling steppes. Arrive in Hustai view the wonderful Takhi wild horses and other wildlife. Optional hiking around the hill. Ger camp Day 6 Hustai/Gun-Galuut (B/L/D) Drive to Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve and stay at Steppe Nomads tourist camp. Enjoy some hiking and optional fishing or kayaking. Day 7 Gun-Galuut Gun-Galuut is a home to many endangered species including the Argali wild mountain sheep. A horse ride to Mt. Baits to view the gorgeous Argali sheep and bird watching. Visit a nomadic family to get an insight of their life.

Day 8 Gun-Galuut/Gobi Desert Drive back to Ulaanbaatar airport for a short flight to the South Gobi Desert. Take a ride to the Gurvan Saikhan National Park and trek in Yoliin Am Valley with plenty photo stops. Relax tonight under the tranquil sky of Gobi. Day 9 Gobi Desert (B/L/D) Take an excursion Bayan Zag, literally means “Flaming Cliffs” in Mongolia. Explore the Gobi “Cemetery of Dinosaurs” and follow the trail of Roy Chapman Andrews, a famous American naturalist and explorer. A picnic lunch before a walk and discover the fossils of dinosaur and other paleofauna and paleoflora that you could identify. Visit a camel breeder’s family and take an optional camel ride Day 10 Gobi Desert/Ulaanbaatar (B/L/D) Return to Ulaanbaatar by air and tour the Bogd Khaan’s Palace Museum – the residence of the last king of Mongolia and Buddha Park. Enjoy traditional folklore concert by the magical Tumen Ekh ensemble and Farewell dinner. Puma Imperial Hotel Day 11 Departure Ulaanbaatar (B) Transfer to the airport/train station.

Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80) Departure

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Jun 4, Jun 18, Jul 3, Aug 18, Sep 4, 2014. Special departure on Jul 9 with an extra night for Nadam Festivals, surcharge CAD$500 & USD $500

Mongolia & Gobi Desert

Mongolia

Legacy of Indochina

Bayong Temple, Siem Reap

20 DAY BEIJING • XIAN • CHONGQING • YANGTZE CRUISE • SHANGHAI • SUZHOU • GUILIN • YANGSHUO • HONG KONG Day 1 (Mon) Home to Siem Reap Fly overnight to Siem Reap, the home of the Angkor Temples. Day 2 (Tue) Siem Reap Arrival in Siem Reap and transfer to the hotel. • Sokha Angkor Resort • Khemara Angkor Hotel Day 3 (Wed) Angkor Temples (B) Full day tour of Angkor Temples starts with the Bayon - the magnificent temple of the smiling gods standing in the centre of Angkor Thom. Continue to Ta Prohm which is still covered by some jungles and as most of the Angkor monuments would have appeared when European explorers first stumbled across them. Later, admire the magnificent Angkor Wat, the crowning jewel of Khmer architecture and the national symbol. You will be impressed by its sheer scale and beautifully proportioned layout, as well as the delicate artistry of its carvings. Day 4 (Thu) Siem Reap - Saigon(B) By boat to Kampong Kleang situated northeast shore on the edge of Tonle Sap Lake, the largest fresh-water lake in southeast Asia. Explore this floating fishing village with their floating school, police station, etc. Transfer to the airport and fly to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) and on arrival, transfer to the hotel. • Equatorial Hotel • Liberty 4 Hotel

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Day 5 (Fri) Saigon (B) Begin your tour into modern history with a tour of the Reunification Palace. Drive to the historic centre of Saigon to visit Emperor of Jade Pagoda, neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Pass by the classic European-style landmarks such as the ornate City Hall, Opera House and ending up at the Ben Thanh Market where vendors display a vast array of goods and handicraft.

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Day 6 (Sat) Saigon (B) Excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels, the underground network dug by hand of Vietcong during the American War consisting the command posts, hospitals, shelter and weapon factories. Visit Cholon - Saigon’s fascinating Chinatown. Day 7 (Sun) Saigon/Mekong delta (B) Drive into the countryside to Mekong Delta where we take a boat trip on Mekong River to Vam Xep canal. Enjoy fresh seasonal fruits, a performance of traditional songs followed by a ride on a horse carriage to visit local house. Proceed by sampan through the small canals to observe the daily life of locals. Day 8 (Mon) Saigon - Hue (B) Fly to Hue, the ancient capital of Vietnam for over 140 years. Visit the Imperial Tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh, dramatically located on a hillside. Visit the Old Imperial City, a vast complex built in the early 19th century and modelled after the Forbidden City of Peking. • Imperial Hotel, Hue • Camellia Hue Hotel Day 9 (Tue) Hue /Danang/Hoi An (B/L) A scenic cruise on the Perfume River and visit iconic Thien Mu Pagoda and Thuy Bieu Village. Lunch at local house before an overland drive on the mountainous road to Hoi An. Stop en route in Danang to visit the Cham Museum that houses the best collection of Cham arts dating back to 4th century. • Sunrise Beach Resort • Trails Resort & Spa Day 10 (Wed) Hoi An (B) A walking tour through this ancient merchant town with cobbled streets, low tile-roofed houses, bustling market and small harbour. Visit a private house, local museum, handicraft workshop and Japanese Bridge Pagoda. A cruise down the Thu Bon River by local boat and stop at Pottery and Woodcarving villages.

Day 11 (Thu) Hoi An - Hanoi (B) Fly to Hanoi and embark on a driving tour by electric car to visit the Hoan Kiem Lake, Quan Su Pagoda and “Silk street” . Stop at the Hanoi Railway Station, Hoa Lo Prison, known as the “Hanoi Hilton” and Opera House; all of them were erected during the French colonial time. Enjoy a Water Puppet Show tonight. • Pullman Hanoi Hotel • Royal Gate Hotel Day 12 (Fri)Hanoi/ Halong Cruise (B/L/D) Transfer to Halong Bay and board a traditional junk for a cruise through Halong Bay. Enjoy magical view of sculpted limestone islands rising from the waves, pass by the fishing village and explore spectacular caves. Soak up the sun on top deck, taste fresh seafood dishes and other traditional Vietnamese cuisine. • Bhaya Classic • Victory Star Cruise Day 13 (Sat) Halong/Hanoi (B) Greet the day with a magnificent sunrise over the bay while practising Tai Chi . Visit a beautiful limestone cave before disembarkation. Transfer back to Hanoi for overnight. • Pullman Hanoi Hotel • Royal Gate Hotel Day 14 (Sun) Hanoi (B) Morning visit to the Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Memorial Complex, miniature One Pillar Pagoda and the Museum of Ethnology which brings to life the astonishing ethnic diversity in Vietnam. Afternoon is at leisure. Day 15 (Mon) Hanoi (B) Transfer to the airport in time for your onward flight. • • Land & Internal Air (taxes USD $130/CAD $135) Departure Every Monday

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Legacy of china & Yangtze Passage plus hong Kong

Mekong River Cruises

Mystery of Laos

Temples of Angkor

5 DAY VIENTIANE • LUANG PRABANG

Day 1 (Mon) Vientiane Arrival in Vientiane and tour the Buddha Park, an open-air museums with statues of Buddhist and Hindu gods. • Lao Plaza Hotel • Mercure Vientiane Hotel

Day 1 Siem Reap Arrival in Siem Reap and meet your guide at the airport. Tour the fortified city of Angkor Thom through South Gate, stop at the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper Kings. Visit the mysterious Bayon Temple, one of the most popular and compelling in Angkor and view beautifully preserved bas reliefs galleries and giant stone faces of smiling gods. • Lao Plaza Hotel • Mercure Vientiane Hotel

Day 2 (Tue) Vientiane (B) Visit the golden stupa Pha That Luang, Ho Pha Keo; the formal royal temple and now a museum, Wat Si Saket and Patuxai, a monumental arch inspired by the Arc de Triomphe. A walk through Talaat Sao Market and rest of the afternoon at leisure. Day 3 (Wed) Vientiane/Luang Prabang (B) Fly to Luang Prabang and embark on a city tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the oldest living temple in Luang Prabang Wat Visoun, the crowning jewel Wat Xieng Thong and stop at some of the many temples and ending at Mount Phousi for sunset. • Le Palais Juliana • My Dream Boutique Resort Day 4 (Thu) Luang Prabang (B) Visit the National Museum, formerly Royal Palace and Wat Mai before an excursion by boat up the Mekong River to Tham Pak Ou Caves filled with Buddha images of every style and material imaginable. On the way to Pak Ou Cave, stop at the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong, well known for its traditional handwoven cotton and silk. Day 5 (Fri) Luang Prabang (B) Morning excursion to Kuang Si Waterfalls before transfer to the airport for onward flight. Land & Internal Air (taxes USD $18/CAD $20) Departure Every Monday

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$680 $170

$835 $360

Guaranteed departure for minimum 2 passengers.

President Cruises

$900 $390

Day 2 Siem Reap (B) Angkor Wat is the national symbol and the highlight of your visit. The intricate stone carvings adorn nearly every surface with some 1,700 Apsaras sculpted into the walls. Stop at the outer gallery walls for a view of the longest continuous bas-relief in the world narrating stories from Hindu mythology. Visit one of the most popular attractions of Angkor - Ta Prohm also known as the “Jungle Temple”; and the Ta Som, Neak Pean and Preah Khan; all were built by King Jayavarman VII.

L’Amant Cruise 5 days Saigon to Phnom Penh Itinerary Day 1 Day 2 Day 3

Transfer from Saigon to My Tho and board L’Amant. By river-boat to explore the Xep canals. Visit Cai Be floating market by local sampan. Tour by bicycle to visit Tien Chau ancient pagoda Visit Sa Dec in Marguerite Duras’ book”L’Amant” Sail to Chau Doc, the border city with Cambodia. Visit Three Gorges Dam Site

Day 4 Sailing through Xiling Gorge Disembarkation in Yichang

Day 3 Siem Reap (B) Visit some of the earliest temples built by the Khmer - Roluos Group Temples. The sandstone carvings in the niches; Sanskrit inscriptions on the doorsteps of each temple reflects the beginning of classical art. On to Banteay Srei Temple, seemingly miniature in comparison to the others, but its carvings of unusual delicacy are extraordinary examples of Khmer sculpture make it often a favourite with visitors. Day 4 Siem Reap (B) Transfer to the airport for onward flight. Land Arrangements Departure Daily

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Essence of china

CHINA

Halong Bay, Vietnam

Phuket

Amazing Thailand 12 DAY CHENGDU • MT. EMEI • DALI • SHAXI • LIJIANG • ZHONGDIAN • KUNMING Day 1 Arrival Bangkok Arrive in Bangkok and transfer to the hotel of your choice. Day 2 Bangkok (B/L) Visit the Grand Palace with Emerald Buddha and Reclining Buddha) where you enjoy a traditional Massage. After a local lunch, take a boat ride through Klongs with visit to Temple of Dawn. Walk through the market before visit at the Golden Mountain. Evening is free or choose one of the fine dining options. Day 3 Bangkok (B) Morning visit to Damnern Saduak floating market where you will see boats piled high with tropical fruit and vegetables, fresh, ready-to-drink coconut juice and local food cooked from floating kitchens. A cooking class in the afternoon.

Day 7 Chiang Mai - Phuket (B) Transfer to airport and fly to Phuket, on arrival, transfer to your hotel for 7 nights. Rest of the day at leisure. Day 8 Phuket (B) Full day at leisure to relax or take optional tours. Day 9 Phuket (B) Enjoy a join boat ride to explore caves, lagoons and hongs in Phang Nga Bay by sea-canoeing. Enjoy lunch while cruising to Lawa Island. Swimming, canoeing or sun-bathing. Day 10 Phuket - Toronto Early morning transfer to airport for your flight home.

BEACHES OF THAILAND Day 1 Hong Kong On arrival, transfer to the hotel of your choice. Day 2 Hong Kong (B) A half day Hong Kong Island tour brings you up to the Victoria Peak for a panoramic view of Hong Kong and its harbour. Continue to visit the Aberdeen fishing village, Stanley markets where you can pick up some great bargains. Day 3 Hong Kong (B) Full day at leisure to pursue own interest or take an optional excursion to Macao, just less than one hour by high speed boat or to Lantao Islands to see the Giant Buddha. Day 4 Day 5 Hong Kong (B) Transfer to the Airport for onward flight. Land Arrangement Low

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Day 4 Bangkok/Chiang Mai (B) Return to Bangkok airport for you flight to Chiangmai and on arrival, transfer to your hotel for 3 nights.

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Day 5 Chiang Mai (B) This morning visit Doi Suthep mountain temple and the Meo hill tribe village at Doi Pui.

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Day 6 Chiang Mai (B) Free day in Chiang Mai or take optional tours.

Superior: Royal Pacific, Regal Kowloon & Hong Kong, Marco Polo Prince & Gateway, Holiday Inn, First Class: Marco Polo Hong Kong, Harbour Grand, Sheraton, Intercontinental Grand Stanford Deluxe: Kowloon & Island Shangri-La, Conrad, Intercontinental Hong Kong, Peninsula, Mandarin Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88) Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday from Apr, 2014 - Mar, 2016 Double occupancy Single Supplement

CHINA

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Sichuan & Yunnan Discovery

Dec - Feb

Seasons: Low: Jan 15 - Feb, May 10 - Aug 31, 2012, Jan 15 - Feb 2013 High: Mar 1 - Apr 8, May 1 - 10, Sep 1 - Oct 7, 2012, Nov 26 - Jan 14, 2013 Peak: Apr 9 - 30, Oct 8 - Nov 25, 2012 Black out or supplement applicable for Rugby Seven week in March 2012 and 2013.

Hong Kong Stopover

Sulitan Mosque, Kuala Lumpur

Singapore & Malaysia

Singapore SINGAPORE STOPOVER 10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI Day •6KASHGAR (Sat) Kuala Lumpur (B/L) Day 1 (Mon) Singapore Today’s tour to Kuala Lumpur suburbs and Upon arrival in Singapore, transfer to the explore the Batu Caves, reached by a straight Orchard Hotel. flight of 272 steps. You will also have the opportunity to see how Malaysian handicrafts; Day 2 (Tue) Singapore Sightseeing (B) batiks and pewter wares are made. The afterHalf day city tour starts with a drive through noon is at your leisure. the “colonial heart” of Singapore for a view of the most important monuments. Stop at Day 7 (Sun) Cameron Highlands (B/L) the Merlion Park and enjoy views of Marina Heading to Cameron Highlands, Malaysia’s tea Bay. Visit the Thian Hock Keng Temple and production centre and we will see the “Orang fascinating Chinatown, Handicraft Centre, Asli” (Malaysian Aboriginal people) complete National Orchid Garden and the Little India. with their blowpipes. Stay at the Heritage Hotel Cameron Highland. Day 3 (Wed) Singapore (B) Full day is free at leisure. Perhaps take an opDay 8 (Mon) Penang (B/L) tional tour to visit the National Museum and A pleasant drive to Ipoh - the “city of millionan afternoon Tea at the Raffles Hotel. aires’, which made its fortune from the rich tin mines. Visit Kellies Castle built by Scottish Day 4 (Thu) Singapore - Malacca (B/ L) rubber tycoon and the famous Cave Temple. Travel along the Malay Peninsula to Malacca Continue to Penang and stop en route visiting passing lush rubber and oil palm plantations. the unique Ubudiah Mosque and Palace of the Tour the historical city of Malacca and visit Sultan of Perak. Arrive in the island of Penang major attractions such as the St Paul’s Hill, and stay at the Bayview Beach Resort on the renowned Porta De Santiago, Cheng Hoon beach. Teng Temple and Jonkers Street, also known as antique street. Overnight at the Hotel Day 9 (Tue) Penang (B/L) Equatorial. Known as the “Pearl of the Orient”, Penang was the oldest British settlement in Malaysia. Day 5(Fri) Malacca - Kuala Lumpur (B/L) Tour the famous Penang Snake Temple, and Continue on the highway to Kuala Lumpur. other attractions in Georgetown such as the Tour this city with a charming contrast by vis- Khoo Kongsi, “Dragon Mountain Hall” clan iting the National Palace, National Museum, house, historical Fort Cornwallis and the Thai National Monument, National Mosque, Sultan Temple Wat Chayamangkalaram. Abdul Samad Building, Royal Selangor Club and passing by Petronas Twin Tower – 2nd Day 10 (Wed) Penang onward flight (B) tallest building in the world. Hotel Istana. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Day 1 Singapore Upon arrival in Singapore, transfer to the Orchard Hotel. Day 2 Singapore Sightseeing (B) Half day city tour starts with a drive through the “colonial heart” of Singapore for a view of the most important monuments. Stop at the Merlion Park and enjoy views of Marina Bay. Visit the Thian Hock Keng Temple and fascinating Chinatown, Handicraft Centre, National Orchid Garden and the Little India. Day 3 Singapore (B) Land Arrangement Full day is free at leisure. Low

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Huangshan & Hangzhou

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Myanmar

Indonesia & Bali Lijiang, Yunnan 6 DAY YANGON • MANDALAY • BAGAN Day 1 Yangon On arrival, meet and transfer to the Grand Plaza Parkroyal Hotel.

Day 1 Welcome to Jakarta Arrive in Jakarta, meet and transfer to your hotel.

Day 2 Yangon (B/D) Tour Myanmar’s imposing colonial and spiritual heritages; the Sule Pagoda, Chauk Htat Gyi - reclining Buddha, Shwedagon Pagoda with its gold covered stupa and Scott’s Market.

Day 2 Jakarta City Tour (B/L) Tour Indonesian Capital include visits to the National Museum, National Monument known as “ Monas “, Fatahillah Museum furnished with antique, porcelains, old map and portraits and other items used by former Dutch Governor General. Lunch at Café Batavia and continue to visit the Sunda Kelapa Harbour, used by Portuguese and Dutch when they landed in Indonesia.

Day 3 Yangon - Mandalay (B/L/D) Fly to Myanmar’s Cultural centre and tour the Amarapura, Mahagandayon, Sagaing Hill, U Bein bridge, Mahamuni Pagoda, Golden Palace Monastery, Kuthodaw Pagoda know as world’s largest book with sutra engraved on marble slabs. View sunset from Mandalay Hill. Mandalay City Hotel. Day 4 Mt. Popa - Bagan (B/L/D) Drive to Bagan en route visit Mt Popa. Arrive in Bagan, the land decorated with more than 2,000 temples and shrines, a treasure trove of Buddhist art. Stay at Thazin Garden Hotel. Day 5 Bagan (B/L/D) Predawn departure to see the sunrise. Visit some selective pagodas and temples such as Shwezigon Paya, Ku Byauk Gyi, Khay Min Ga Temple and Ananda Temple. A stop at lacquer workshop in a village, visit a few more temples like Manuha and Myingaba Gu Byauk Gyi noted for its murals protected by UNESCO. Day 6 Bagan -Yangon (B/L) Fly to Yangon and connect with onward flight.

Day 3 Jakarta – Bandung (B/L) Drive through Bogor where we visit country’s largest botanical garden covering an area of 200 hectare with more than 15,000 species of plant. Continue with a scenic drive to Bandung via Puncak, a mountain resort with great landscape. Time for a walk around the Tea Plantation and feel the mountain breath. In the afternoon arrive in Bandung, and stay at Hotel in Bandung. Day 4 Bandung City Explore (B) Visit Bandung’s most famous site - Tangkuban Prahu, the overturned-boat shaped mountain with its legendary story. Proceed to Padasuka Village and visit Saung Angklung Udjo, a Sundanese cultural workshop. Stroll around the old Dutch shopping district around Jalan Braga and stop at the remodelled art-deco Savoy Homann Bidakara Hotel on Jalan Asia-Africa. Tonight enjoy a Sundanese dance performance.

Day 6 Explore Yogyakarta (B/L) Start your day with a sumptuous breakfast overlooking the rice fields. Visit the Palace of the Sultan of Yogyakarta and learn a bit about Javanese history, Indonesian Independence and the world famous batik. A private lecturer will explain the process, meaning of colours and motifs at the Batik museum. After lunch in a traditional Javanese warung, we continue our visit to the Hindu Temple complex - Prambanan, a UNESCO World heritage site. Day 7 Borobudur Temple (B) A scenic drive to the Borobudur Temple complex, one of world’s greatest Buddhist monuments comparable with Angkor Wat in Cambodia. The temple was built in 10 terrace sections to express the sacred number of certain Buddhist rituals and offers beautiful shaped reliefs on the walls and balustrades, representing the Ramayana epic. Climbing up the terraces and steps at your own pace into the Nirwana on top for viewing the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding area and a peaceful meditation. Visit nearby Mendut temple and stroll through old Candirejo Village. Day 8 Yogyakarta - Departure (B) Transfer in time for your onward flight. We highly recommend an extension to Bali for a beach vacation.

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9 DAY TOKYO • MT. FUJI & HAKONE • TAKAYAMA • KANAZAWA • KYOTO • NARA

CHINA

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Sichuan & Yunnan Discovery

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Hong Kong Stopover

Bali

Borneo

Philippines

7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN Day 1 (Mon) Arrival in Seoul Arrive Seoul, meet and transfer to hotel. Hotel: Best Western Premier KUKDO Hotel Day 2 (Tue) Seoul City (B/L) City tour of Seoul includes visit to Changdeok Palace, Deoksu Palace, Jogyesa Temple, South Gate Market and Insadong Shopping Street. Day 3 (Wed) Korean Folk Village (B) Morning free. Afternoon visit to the Korean Folk Village where the old traditional style houses and life styles of the 18th-19th century are being practiced. Day 4 (Thu) DMZ Tour/Gyeongju (B/L) Tour the DMZ, the Dora Observation Platform and Freedom Park to learn a bit of history of the Korean War before transfer to Gyeongju . Hotel: Gyeongju Commodore Hotel Day 5 (Fri) Gyeongju Tour/ Busan (B/L) Tour Korea’s ancient capital Gyeongju, visit the Cheomseongdae Astronomical Observatory, Royal Tumuli Park, National Museum, UNESCO's World Heritage Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto. Proceed to Busan City. Hotel: Busan Commodore Hotel Day 6 (Sat) Busan City / Seoul City (B/L) Tour of Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fishery Market, Nampodong Shopping Street, UN Cemetery, Busan Municipal Museum, Busan Haeundae Beach. Return to Seoul in the evening. Hotel: Best Western Premier KUKDO Hotel Day 7 (Sun) Seoul (B) Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Day 1 Arrive Kuching Arrive in Kuching and transfer to the hotel. Day 2 Kuching (B) Morning visit to the Semonggok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre followed by Sarawak Museum and Fort Margherita. Day 3 Iban Longhouse (B/L/D) Drive on hilly grabble road passing by rubber, cocoa and pepper plantations. Enjoy a safari by boat in search for a wildlife; monkeys, birds and hornbills. Overnight at Long House. Day 4 Longhouse – Kuching - Miri (B/L) Explore local area, visit a school and pepper plantation. Return to Kuching and fly to Miri. Day 5 Miri - Mulu (B/L/D) Fly to Mulu and visit Mulu National Park, the largest cave passage in the world and known for about 1500 species of flowering plants, 170 species of wild orchids and 67 species of animals. Continue to Lang’s Cave and Deer Cave. Walk on a raised platform going through peat swamp forest. Royal Mulu Resort. Day 6 Mulu - Kota Kinabalu (B/L) Exploring the Caves and enjoy a boat ride to Clearwater Springs with a picnic lunch. Later we fly to Kota Kinabalu and overnight. Day 7 Kota Kinabalu (B/L) Full day excursion to Kinabalu National Park, enjoy a guided jungle walk, visit the exhibition hall. Day 8 Kota Kinabalu (B) Morning visit Likas Bay, Sabah Foundation Transfer to the airport for onward flight.

Day 1 (Sun) Welcome to Manila Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Day 2 (Mon) Manila City (B) Half day city tour of Manila including visits to the Walled City of Intramuros, San Agustin Church, Fort Santiago, Manila’s main line of defence against invaders from the sea. Continue to Quiapo, Manila’s central district with its market, pilgrimage church of the Black Nazarene, jeepney terminals and bazaars. End the tour with a short stop of the bustling financial and commercial district of Makati City. Day 8 (Sun) Manila – Boracay (B) Fly to Caticlan (Boracay) and on arrival, take a 15 minutes ferry ride to Boracay Island. Settle in your hotel and free at leisure. Day 9-10 (Mon - Tue) Boracay Island (B) Two full days are at leisure to pursue own interests. Day 11 (Wed) Boracay - Cebu (B) Return to the Caticlan airport and fly to Cebu. On arrival, embark on a tour visit Cebu’s historical sites and landmarks including the Fort San Pedro, Magellan’s Cross, Basilica Minore del Santo Niño. This is followed by a drive by Colon Street to San Carlos University and Cebu’s Beverly Hills. Day 12 (Thu) Cebu - Bohol - Cebu (B/L) A 90 minute ferry ride takes you to Tagbilaran, Bohol for a full day sightseeing tour. Explore the Hinagdanan Cave, Baclayon and view Bohol’s most famous attraction - Chocolate Hills. Then enjoy a lunch on board a floating restaurant on the Loboc River. Return to Cebu late afternoon. Day 13 (Fri) Cebu Departure (B) Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

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Huangshan & Hangzhou

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Timeless Silk Road

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Dec - Feb

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CHINA

Legacy of India

Bayong Temple, Siem Reap

20 DAY DELHI • VARANASI • KHAJURAHO • ORCHA • AGRA • JAIPUR • JODHPUR • UDAIPUR • MUMBAI Day 1 Arrive New Delhi On arrival, transfer to the Taj Palace Hotel. Day 2 Delhi (B/D) Today’s sightseeing tour of Delhi includes a view of the India Gate, Presidential Palace, Parliament House, Qutub Mina and the Humayun’s Tomb, a Mughal masterpiece built in 1573. Explore the old Mughal capital of Shahjahanabad this afternoon and tour the Raj Ghat, monument to Mahatma Gandhi, the Red Fort and the Jami Masjid, the most elegant mosque in India. Day 3 Delhi – Varanasi (B/D) Fly to Varanasi, India’s most holy city as old as Babylon and Thebes. Take an excursion to the Sarnath Temple where Buddha preached his first sermon. Visit the Archaeological Museum for its Buddhist statues and among them; the Ashoka’s Lion Capital was famed as the national emblem of India. Overnight at the Gateway Hotel Ganges. Day 4 Varanasi (B/D) A morning boat ride on the Ganges River to see thousands of Hindus devotee descend to the holy water for purification. Take a walk along the Ghats, a chain of stone steps along riverbank. Continue to discover more holy sites including the Bharat Mata Temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Alamgir Mosque and the Ramnagar Fort, home of former Maharaja of Banaras. Day 5 Varanasi – Khajuraho (B/D) Fly to Khajuraho, home to a series of the splendid temples and forts. Visit Western and Eastern group of Khajuraho Temples which depicted traditional way of life of Hindu society in the medieval period – a unique gift to the

Day 6 Khajuraho – Orcha - Jhansi Agra (B/L/D) Drive to Orcha and visit the temples of Raja Mahal and Jahangir Mahal. After lunch we drive to Jhansi and catch a train for a short ride to Agra. Stay at The Gateway Hotel Fatehabad. Day 7 Agra (B/D) A great day of sightseeing begins in Red Fort, Agra’s dominant structure. Make a stop at Mother Theresa’s Hostel where God struggles to save lives through a handful of nuns, a real eye-opener for all of us that live in comfort. Visit India’s most enduring icon - Taj Mahal at sunset to watch the beautiful white marble turn slowly to soft, rosy pink. Day 8 Agra – Jaipur (B/D) Drive overland to Jaipur through peaceful rural India. En route, stop at the abandoned capital of Fatehpur Sikri, view its glorious courtyards and palaces conjure up dreams of the mysterious past. Stop at the Maharaja’s Lodge (Chandra Mahal Haveli) for lunch on your own. Visit Bharatpur’s large marshland, one of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world. The Jai Mahal Palace. Day 9 Jaipur (B/D) Today we visit the Amber Fort, known as “the sleeping beauty of Rajasthan”, to wander among glittering mosaics and the enchanting Hall of Mirrors. Continue to see the Jantar Mantar Observatory, City Palace, Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds, an elaborate building covered with delicate honeycomb screens and carved balconies. Time for shopping as Jaipur is India’s shopping destination par excellence.

You also visit the Umaid Bhawan Palace, designed by London architects and stands among lawns and bougainvillea. Stay at the Taj Hari Mahal Hotel. Day 11 Jodhpur – Udaipur (B/D) This morning we’re off to visit Kumbhalgarh Fort standing high above the pass to Udaipur with superb views. Continue to visit remarkable temple complex in Ranakpur, one of the five holiest Jain sites in India. Walking through the Chaumukha Temple, you find every conceivable surface of the white marble walls, pillars and ceilings is carved with unbelievable intricacy and imagination. Arrive Udaipur and stay at the Taj Lake Palace. Day 12 Udaipur – Mumbai (B/D) India’s “City of Dreams”, the air of Udaipur filled with romance and magic. Today you explore its huge City Palace and museum that contains superb examples of Mogul painting and carving. You’ll also visit the Jagdish temple, dedicated to Vishnu with carved marble columns and sculptures. At Sahelion Ki Bari or “Garden of Friends, you’ll have time to wander through the spectacular garden. This evening, enjoy an evening cruise provides enchanting views of Udaipur city and the island of Jag Mandir, with its domes, marble pillars and fountains Later, we take a flight to Bombay and stay at the Taj Mahal Palace & Tower. Day 13 Mumbai (B/D) Morning visit to the Prince of Wales Museum, the Gateway of India, the Mani Bhavan Gandhi Sangrahalaya where Mahatma Gandhi lived from 1917 to 1934, the unique and colourful Dhobi Ghat - outdoor laundry and the bustling

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Legacy of china & Yangtze Passage plus hong Kong

Golden Triangles

South India & Kerela

14 DAY BEIJING • XIAN • GUILIN • YANGSHUO • SHANGHAI • SUZHOU Day 1 Arrive Luang Prabang Arrive in Luang Prabang, perhaps the bestpreserved traditional city in South East Asia. Transfer to your Hotel. Day 2 Luang Prabang (B/L) Tour this tranquil and charming town of Laos and visit Wat Visoun Stupa and the shrine of Wat Aham. We then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi to explore the sacred, gilded stupa and to capture a beautiful view of the city and the Mekong River at the sunset. Walk through night market, you can browse a lovely selection of handmade textiles, made by the local and hill tribe people. Overnight in Luang Prabang. Day 3 Luang Prabang– Pak Ou Caves (B/L) After a tour to the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and glorious Wat Xieng Thong, we then on a cruise upstream Mekong to visit the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves, crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues. Other highlights today include villages of Ban Xangkhong, Ban Xienglek, and the National Museum at the site of former Royal Palace; its collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture. Day 4 Luang Prabang - Vientiane (B/L) Fly to Vientiane in the morning and visit the sacred Wat Sisaket the oldest temple with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo. A pictures stop at the imposing Patuxai MonumentLao version Arc de Triumph. At the Buddha Park, we will see a blend of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures on parkland by the Mekong. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 7 Colombo - Chennai (B) Fly to Chennai (Madras), the cultural heartland & gateway to the South India. Upon arrival, transfer to the GRT Grand Hotel. Enjoy a city tour of Chennai visiting Fort St. George including St. Mary’s, the first church consecrated on Indian soil. Visit the National Art Gallery for its excellent bronzes and Government Museum. Drive along the elegant Marina, stop at the San Thome Basilica where St. Thomas the Apostle is said to be buried. Day 8 Chennai – Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram (B) Full day excursion to Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram. Tour the Golden City Kanchipuram and view some of its 125 shrines, all were centuries old, dating back to the early Cholas of 200 B.C. Continue to Mahabalipuram, the Shore Temple has stood by the sea for 12 centuries. The other wonders of Mahabalipuram are the mandapams, each a cave scooped from a hillside of solid rock and ornamented with pillars, sculptured with panels and with rathams (monolithic rock-cut shrines) that have inspired generations of South Indian temple-builders.

Day 11 Tanjore -Madurai en route visiting Trichy (B) Situated on the bank of the River Kaveri, Trichy was a Chola Citadel during the Sangam Age. The Nayaks of Madurai built the town and the historic Rock Fort, which played a vital role in the Carnatic wars in the 18th century. Visit the most famous landmark is ‘The Rock Fort Temple’, a spectacular monument perched on a rock outcrop which rises abruptly from the plain to tower over the old city. View the Mathrubhuteshwar Shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva and the Ucchi Pillayar Koil – A Lord Ganesh Temple, offering a commanding view of the city. Continue to Madurai and stay at the Sangam Hotel

Day 9 Chennai – Pondicherry (B) Leave Chennai for Pondicherry, formerly a French colony settled early in the 18th century. Sightseeing of Pondicherry include visits to the Sri Aurobindo Ashram with over 2000 residents saturates much of the town’s life. Sunway GRT Grand Hotel

Day 12 Madurai (B) Known as the `Temple City’, Madurai is animated and packed with pilgrims, vendors, business people, bullock carts and legions of under employed rickshaw pullers. It is one of the Southern India’s oldest cities and has been a centre of learning and pilgrimage for centuries. Proceed for a sightseeing tour of Madurai starts with the Meenakshi Temple, where Dravidian temple architecture may be considered to be at its best. Its Hall of a thousand Pillars is fabulous and is filled with worshippers at all hours of the day. The tour also includes visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace & Thiruparangundram temple. This evening witness the “Aarti”; a must see for all visitors. The Consort of Goddess Durga – Shiva, is brought to her chamber in procession.

Day 10 Pondicherry- Tanjore (B)

Day 13 Madurai - Periyar Wild Life Sanc-

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Essence of china

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Sri Lanka

Nepal

Bhutan Lijiang, Yunnan

5 DAY TOKYO • MT. FUJI • KYOTO Day 1 Kathmandu On arrival, meet and transfer to the Hotel Himalaya. Day 2 Kathmandu (B) Today’s tour starts with the Swayambhunath Temple, the most ancient and enigmatic of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu valley. The temple is colloquially known as the ‘monkey temple’ because of the large tribe of roving monkeys who guard the temple. Continue to Patan to visit the Durbar Square, one of the Cultural World Heritage site by UNESCO. Visit Hanuman Dhoka, a complex of structures with the Royal Palace of the Malla kings and a Kummari Ghar to see the Living Goddess Kumari performs her daily rituals. Stop at the Kasthamandap Temple, one of the largest and most noted pagodas of Nepal. Day 3 Kathmandu (B) Today we will first visit the holiest Hindu Temple Pashupatinath Nath which draws devotees from all over Nepal and India. Then we drive to the Boudha Nath Stupa to view this biggest stupa of the world. Continue to Bhaktapur, you will amazed to see the “Golden Gate” of the “Palace of 55 Windows”. Next, we go to Patan to visit the main courtyard of Malla Palace, and the famous Krishna Temple built in 17th century. Conclude today’s tour with the visit of the Hiranyavarna Mahavihar (Golden Temple), a 14th century Buddhist Monastery. Day 4 Kathmandu - Chitwan (B/L/D) A scenic drive in the morning along the Trishuli River to the Chitwan National Park

Day 9 Arrive Paro, transfer to Thimphu (1 hr drive) (D) Upon arrival, you are met and transferred by your guide to Thimphu. Enjoy leisure time before dinner. Dinner and Overnight at Hotel Riverview or similar Day 10 Paro – Thimphu (B/L/D) After breakfast, sightseeing in Thimphu valley including visits to the Folk Heritage Museum - a restored mid 19th century house which gives one insight into the average household & lifestyle in the region during that era; National Institute of Traditional Medicine(exhibition area only); Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School) where students undergo a six-year training course in Bhutan’s traditional arts and crafts. After lunch visit the National Memorial Chorten, continuously circumambulated by the faithful, murmuring mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. Proceed to the Traditional Paper Factory where you will see the entire process of making paper from the Black Daphne tree. Also visit the government-run Handicrafts Emporium and local crafts shops. In the evening visit the Tashich¬hodzong (fortress), which is the centre of government and religion, site of the monarch’s throne room and seat of the Je Khenpo or Chief Abbot. Day 11 Thimphu – Paro (1 hr drive) (B/L/D) After breakfast proceed to Paro. En route, visit Tachogang Lhakhang, “the temple of the excellent horse”. It is a private temple, built in the 15th century. Semtokha Dzong, “the place of

Day 1 Welcome to Colombo Arrive in Colombo, meet and transfer to the Airport Garden Hotel. Balance of the day enjoy a city tour of Colombo Day 2 Colombo - Polonnaruwa Sigiriya (B/D) Journey to Sri Lanka’s ancient capital Polonnaruwa where we visit the Lankatilleke Vihare, Thuparama Dagoba and Gal Vihare. See the remains of the Royal Palace and Parakrama Samudra and continue to Sigiriya. Stay at the Sigiriya Village Hotel. Day 3 Sigiriya - Dambulla - Kandy (B/D) Climb up the Sigiriya Rock Fortress to explore remains of the Palace and its environs. Continue to Kandy and en route we visit the Dambulla Rock Cave Temple and the Spice Garden in Matale. Afternoon tour of Kandy visiting the Temple of the Tooth Relic and attend a Kandyan Cultural Dance performance tonight. Stay at the Chaaya Citadel Hotel. Day 4 Kandy/ Nuwara Eliya (B/D) Enjoy beautiful views along Upper Lake and pay a visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya. Stop by the Elephant Orphanage at Pinnawela; visit a tea factory and tea plantation. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, known as ‘Little England’ for an afternoon tour before check in at the Grand Hotel. Day 5 Nuwara Eliya - Yala (B/D) Depart for Yala. Explore Yala National Park or Bundala Wildlife Park. Encounter with wildlife such as deer, peacock, elephant, wild buffalo and if you are lucky, a leopard or bear. Yala Village

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9 DAY TOKYO • MT. FUJI & HAKONE • TAKAYAMA • KANAZAWA • KYOTO • NARA

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Sichuan & Yunnan Discovery

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Hong Kong Stopover

Himalayan Kingdoms

Bhutan, Sikkim & Darjeeling

Uzbekistan 7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN

10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR

Day 5 Thimphu – Punakha (2.5-3 hr drive) (B/L/D) This morning drive to Punakha passing farmlands and the 3,050 meter-high “Dochula Pass,” which offers incredible views of the unclimbed peaks of Bhutan. After lunch visit Punakha Dzong, built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, played prominent role in civil and religious life of the kingdom. Damaged by fire, flood and earthquake over the centuries, it has now been fully restored in its original splendor. Also visit Khamsum Yulley Chorten perched on a small hill, built for World Peace. Overnight at the Zangto Pleri Hotel or similar.

Day 8 Paro - Phuntsholing (B/L/D) A pleasant drive down to Phuentsholing and enjoy dramatically changing scenery. Visit Kharbandi Gompa houses large statues of Sakyamuni, Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal and Guru Rinpoche. Stay overnight at the Druk Hotel.

Day 6 Punakha – Paro (4 hr drive) (B/L/D) Today we proceed to Paro, lies in the centre of the rich, fertile Paro Valley, with beautiful landscapes, scenic villages and historic buildings. Visit Ta Dzong, formerly a watchtower and now the National Museum. The museum collection includes ancient Bhutanese art and artefacts. Also visit Kyichu Lhakhang, established in the 7th century and is one of the two oldest shrines in the kingdom. Overnight at Hotel Zhiwaling.

Day 10 Kalimpong - Gangtok, Sikkim (B/L/D) Depart for Gangtok, Sikkim lies below Mt. Khangchendzonga, the third highest mountain in the world and revered by the Sikkimese as their protective deity. Visit the Government Cottage Industry, Deer Park, Tashiling, Enchey Monastery and the market. Stay at the Norkhil Hotel for two nights.

Day 7 Paro Taktsang Hike (B/L/D) In the morning, take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s Nest. The main structure was severely damaged by fire in 1998, but after many years of restoration work, the complex has now been fully restored to its former glory. A pilgrimage to Taktsang is the dream of a lifetime for the devout.

Day 9 Phuntsholing - Kalimpong (B/L/D) Drive to Kalimpong with visits to Zang dophairi-Fo-brang Monastery, built with facilities for debating and Thangka painting; the Tirpai Monastery, the Flower Nursery and the market. Overnight at the Himalayan Hotel

Day 11 Gangtok (B/L/D) This morning take an excursion to the largest monastery of the Rumtek area. Belonging to the Kargyudppa Sect of Tibetan Buddhism, this monastery is also the seat of the late Karmappa who has the largest following in the West. Later, we visit the Government Institute of Tibetology. Day 12 Gangtok - Darjeeling, India (B/L/D)

Day 12 (Thu) Almaty - Tashkent (B/D) Fly to Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Transfer to the Tashkent Palace Hotel. Welcome dinner at your hotel. Day 13 (Fri) Tashkent – Urgench - Khiva (B/D) Tour Tashkent’s old city to see the Tillya Sheikh Mosque, with its rich library of ancient manuscripts; the 16th century Barak Khana Madrasah and the Kukeldash Madrasah. Stroll through the colorful “Chorsu” Bazaar before fly to Urgench, the airport for Khiva. Dinner and overnight at the Asia Hotel. Day 14 (Sat) Khiva (B/D) Full day sightseeing tour of Khiva focus on the UNESCO World Heritage site Ichan-Qala Fortress. Dinner in “Toza Bog Palace’’ with folk show. Day 15 (Sun) Khiva - Bukhara (B/D) Drive between the Kara-Kum and the KyzylKum deserts to Bukhara, en route crossing the Amudarya River, also known as the Oxus. Arrive in Bukhara and stay at the Zargaron Plaza Hotel. Dinner in Lyabi Hauz restaurant. Day 16 (Mon) Bukhara (B/D) Full day tour of Bukhara, an open-air museum with many old mosques and madrasahs dominated by a grand minaret; some of the finest examples of Islamic architecture in the world. In the evening, you attend a traditional Bukhara cultural folk show.

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Timeless Silk Road

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South Pacific

Surfers riding a frothing wave; Kangaroos

bounding through wild grassland; 4.4 million people lives with 44 million sheep; natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most surreal and stupendous scenery; islands conjured up romantic images of a paradise. All of these are Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. From the moment you get off the plane, you will be itching to explore. 10

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Sichuan & Yunnan Discovery

Hong Kong Stopover

7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN Day 1 Arrive Melbourne Welcome to Australia! On arrival you will be met by a local representative and transferred to the hotel with an orientation en route. Melbourne, capital of Victoria is perhaps best known for its fine parks and gardens, gracious tree-lined streets, historic bluestone buildings and international restaurants. The city has a population of over 3.5 million making it Australia’s second largest city. Melbourne is also home to some of Australia’s most famous sporting events including the Melbourne Cup, the Formula One Grand Prix and the Australian Open Tennis. Overnight at hotel Day 2 Melbourne – Yarra Valley Tour B & L Buffet breakfast in the hotel restaurant at your leisure At 8.20am join your coach to commence a full day tour to the Yarra Valley. Enroute visit Sherbrooke Forest, home to lyre birds, the crimson rosella, cockatoos and kookaburras. Enjoy a traditional morning tea of Aussie billy tea, lamingtons and vegemite crackers. Ride the restored Puffing Billy Stream Train through the towering mountain ash and beautiful fern gullies of Sherbrooke Forest. Relax as you sample regional wines and take in stunning views of the vineyard. Tour through the Yarra Valley and enjoy a lunch break at a local winery. Tantalize your taste buds at Dominique Portet Winery where you may sample and buy a selection of quality local

10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR Day 5 Sydney Free day at leisure Day 6 Sydney to Ayers Rock by QF726 B & D Buffet breakfast in the hotel restaurant at your leisure Motorcoach transfer to the airport with departure assistance by a local guide Depart Sydney for Ayers Rock AYERS ROCK 1230 pm Arrive Ayers Rock. Transfer to your hotel. Free day at leisure Overnight in Ayers Rock Day 7 Ayers Rock to Alice Springs by QF1940 B An AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence a morning Uluru Sunrise & Base or Climb tour. Rise early this morning to travel to the Uluru Sunrise viewing area, Talinguru Nyakunytjaku. Watch the first rays of dawn set the Red Centre alight whilst enjoying a warm cup of tea, coffee or milo and biscuits. For those with a good level of fitness there is the opportunity to climb Uluru. For the non-climbers, join your guide for a tour around the base of Uluru. Travel by coach to the Mutitjulu Walk where you will be escorted to the beautiful Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal rock paintings and learn about the area as your guide points out some native flora and explains the Aboriginal and European history of Uluru. Visit the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, where you can learn about Aboriginal culture and see Aboriginal arts and crafts, before returning to Ayers Rock Resort. Tour concludes at approximately 10.30am -

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Highlights of New Zealand

Lijiang, Yunnan 12 DAY CHENGDU • MT. EMEI • DALI • SHAXI • LIJIANG • ZHONGDIAN • KUNMING Day 1 Auckland (30km) Arrive Auckland and transfer to your hotel. Day 2 Auckland / Waitomo / Rotorua This morning travel south, through the lush Waikato pasturelands to Waitomo Caves for a subterranean boat ride under an eerie canopy of lights. On across the Waikato and the Mamaku Hills to the famous thermal centre, Rotorua. Day 3 Rotorua D A half day sightseeing tour of Rotorua includes visits to Te Puia, the native garden setting of Rainbow Springs and Agrodome. This afternoon is free -there are many activities to attract you including bathing in the thermal waters. This evening enjoy a traditional Maori “hangi” dinner and concert held on a local Marae. Day 4 Rotorua / Queenstown Transfer to the airport for your flight to Queenstown On arrival in Queenstown transfer to your hotel. Day 5 Milford Sound (600km) L This morning depart your hotel by scheduled seat-in-coach for one of your tour highlights - today’s drive to Milford Sound Your coach journeys through spectacular mountain scenery. Take a launch excursion on Milford Sound for unforgettable views of the Stirling and Pembroke Falls cascading into the Sound from over 500 feet. Buffet lunch is included on board. Day 6 Queenstown A full day free for you to select your optional sightseeing: Thrilling jet boat rides, vintage steamer lake cruises, Visit to high country sheep stations, mountain

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Bora Bora

Tropical Splendours of Fiji 10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR Day One: Arrive Papeete You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Papeete. Stay: Radisson Plaza Resort Tahiti Day Two - Three: Over the coming days immerse yourself in all that The Radisson Plaza has to offer. Find time to do the suggested day trips on offer; start your holiday with a City Tour of Papeete and Circle Island Tour of Tahiti or try the Dolphin Watch East Coast day tour. Stay: Radisson Plaza Resort Tahiti Day Four - Six: Depart Papeete for Bora Bora This morning you will be collected from your hotel to be transferred to the domestic airport for your flight to Bora Bora. Arrive Bora Bora, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to you hotel. Spend the remainder of your days exploring the most amazing lagoon, diving, fishing or perhaps take a tour, we recommend; the 4 Wheel-Drive Safari Adventure and the Ultimate shark & ray watching with Polynesian private motu picnic. Stay: Le Meridien Bora Bora Day Seven - Eight: Depart Bora Bora for Moorea On arrival in Moorea, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Stay: Hotel Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort Find time to do the suggested day trips on offer; we suggest a Full Day Tour of the Moana Lagoon Excursion or try the fabulous day out with a Motu Picnic. Stay: Hotel Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort Day Nine: Depart Moorea for Tahiti Arrive Papeete, you will be welcomed at the Land Arrangements Departure: Daily CAD $ Double occupancy USD $ CAD $ Single Supplement USD $

Day 1 Welcome to Fiji On arrival Nadi International Airport, you will be met by our representative who will garland you with flowers. Transfer to your hotel. Fiji Beach Resort & Spa, Managed by Hilton Day 2 Denarau - Taveuni BLD This morning you will be transferred from your hotel to the airport and fly to Tavenui. Stay: Qamea Resort & Spa Day 3-5 Taveuni BLD Spend these days at leisure exploring this beautiful island. A dip in the pool, snorkelling, diving or soaking up the sun on the beach. Stay: Qamea Resort & Spa Day 6 Taveuni – Mamanuca Islands BLD Transfer by plane to Nadi Airport and then by helicopter to the Mamanuca Islands. Stay: Tadrai Island Resort Day 7-9 Mamanuca Islands BLD Enjoy scuba diving, snorkeling or a walk along the beach. Stay: Tadrai Island Resort Day 10 Mamanuca Islands – Denarau B This morning you will be transferred back to the mainland on a leisurely cruise in the Captrain’s Lounge in air conditioned comfort while enjoying chilled drinks and snacks on the South Sea Cruises transfer. Stay: Fiji Resort & Spa Managed by Hilton Day 11 Depart Denarau B Transfer to Nadi International Airport for your departing flight.

Day 1 Arrive Fiji – Nadi Welcome to Nadi International Airport. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. FC – Tanoa International Hotel DLX – Sheraton Fiji Resort Day 2 Nadi – Coral Coast B You will either be transferred to your accommodation to the beautiful Coral Coast Stay: FC – Warwick Fiji Resort & Spa DLX – Outrigger on the Lagoon Day Three – Four: Coral Coast B Spend these days at leisure. We recommend a dip in the pool or an outing to one of the many adventure attractions. Stay: FC – Warwick Fiji Resort & Spa DLX – Outrigger on the Lagoon Day 5 Coral Coast/Mamanuca Islands BLD This morning please make your way from your accommodation to Port Denarau* to return your rental car before departing on your South Sea Cruises transfer. Stay: FC – Matamanoa Island Resort DLX – Castaway Island Day 6 – 7 Mamanuca Islands BLD Spend these days at leisure. Scuba diving, snorkeling, coconut husking and beach touch rugby are just a few of the activities Stay: FC – Matamanoa Island Resort DLX – Castaway Island Day 8: Mamanuca Islands – Nadi/Denarau B This morning you will board the South Sea Cruises launch and take a leisurely cruise back to the mainland for your private car transfer to your accommodation. Stay: FC – Tanoa International Hotel DLX – Sheraton Fiji Resort Day Nine: Depart Nadi/Denarau B

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Middle East

Asia is one of the most facinating regions of

the world. Dynamic, populated and rich in unique and aged cultures, it’s no wonder this region has become one of the most visited places on Earth. Called “The Land of the Sunrise” by ancient Greeks, this blessed region offers numerous mustto-see sites in the world and many of

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Louis Cruise 7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN

10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR

Day 1 Istanbul : Arrival to Istanbul and transfer to the hotel. Day 2 Istanbul : After breakfast, visit the Hagia Sophia, the 6th century Byzantine basilica, the largest church of its era, and the architectural glory of the Byzantines; the Blue Mosque, 17th century imperial mosque, famous for its six minarets, as well as its interior blue tiles; Byzantine Hippodrome, now an open air exhibition park with a number of monuments, where chariot races once were held. Finally, visit the Grand Bazaar, world’s largest covered market with more than 4000 shops, and multitude of alleys. Transfer to the hotel and overnight. (B) Day 3 Istanbul - Ankara (450 km) : Breakfast and depature for Ankara via motorway. Arrival in Ankara and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight. (B - D) Day 4 (Sunday) Ankara - Cappadocia (328 km) : Breakfast in hotel and visit to the capital city of Turkey; and Hittite Museum (of the Anatolian culture) and Ataturk’s Mausoleum : the founder of the Turkish Republic. Lunch at restaurant and departure to Cappadocia. Stopover in Salt Lake during the trip. Arrival to the hotel, dinner and overnight. (B - L - D) Day 5 Cappadocia : Breakfast in hotel and a full day Cappadocia tour including : the Valley of Uchisar, Goreme Valley filled with churches decorated with frescoes, the Pasabag Valley and Kaymakli (or Derinkuyu), one of the most famous sottoranea of the world. Lunch in a restaurant during visits. Visit to a cooperative for production antic/modern Turkish carpets and handicrafts. Transfer back to hotel. Dinner and overnight. (B - L - D)

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08:00-10:30 Optional Excursion - Fengdu City 14:00-16:00 Excursion - Shibaozhai 07:00-09:00 Optional - White Emperor City

Day 3 09:00-13:00 Sail through Qutang & Wu Gorges 13:30-17:30 Visit Shennong Stream by boat 08:00-10:00 Visit Three Gorges Dam Site Day 4 10:00-11:00 Sailing through Xiling Gorge 11:30

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5 days Upstream Yichang - Chongqing Schedule Itinerary Day 1 19:00-23:00 Embark in Yichang 07:00-08:30 Sail through Xiling Gorge Day 2 09:00-10:30 Optional - Tribe of Three Gorges

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Egypt

Indonesia & Bali 6 DAY YANGON • MANDALAY • BAGAN DAY 01: - Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and assisted through customs and formalities, then transferred to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Cairo. DAY 02: - Visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, which houses the world’s largest collection of artifacts from the era of the pharaohs including some belonging to King Tut. Tour Old Cairo, where early Judaism and Christianity flourished in Egypt. Visit sites like the Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Moallaka Church where the Virgin Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus took refuge. Spend the afternoon at the Great Pyramids of Giza built for Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus, thanksgiving dinner with Egyptian Family.(B/L/D) DAY 03: - Transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Aswan upon arrival transfer to the ship 12:00 Check-In 12:30 Lunch on board 13:30 Visit the High Dam, the Temple of Philae & unfinished Obelisk. 19:30 Welcome Reception Cocktail 20:00 Dinner on board . Overnight in Aswan . DAY 04: 07:00 Breakfast on board . 13:00 Sailing to Kom Ombo 13:00 Lunch on board

9 DAY TOKYO 10 DAY • MT. XIAN FUJI • DUNHUANG & HAKONE ••TAKAYAMA TURPAN • URUMQI • KANAZAWA • KASHGAR • KYOTO • NARA Day 1 Welcome to Jakarta Arrive in Jakarta, meet and transfer to your hotel. Day 2 Jakarta City Tour (B/L) Tour Indonesian Capital include visits to the National Museum, National Monument known as “ Monas “, Fatahillah Museum furnished with antique, porcelains, old map and portraits and other items used by former Dutch Governor General. Lunch at Café Batavia and continue to visit the Sunda Kelapa Harbour, used by Portuguese and Dutch when they landed in Indonesia. Day 3 Jakarta – Bandung (B/L) Drive through Bogor where we visit country’s largest botanical garden covering an area of 200 hectare with more than 15,000 species of plant. Continue with a scenic drive to Bandung via Puncak, a mountain resort with great landscape. Time for a walk around the Tea Plantation and feel the mountain breath. In the afternoon arrive in Bandung, and stay at Hotel in Bandung. Day 4 Bandung City Explore (B) Visit Bandung’s most famous site - Tangkuban Prahu, the overturned-boat shaped mountain with its legendary story. Proceed to Padasuka Village and visit Saung Angklung Udjo, a Sundanese cultural workshop. Stroll around the old Dutch shopping district around Jalan Braga and stop at the remodelled art-deco Savoy Homann Bidakara Hotel on Jalan Asia-Africa. Tonight enjoy a Sundanese dance performance.

Day 01 ARRIVAL AT AMMAN AIRPORT Arrive Amman Airport where our airport staff will meet you at the gate just as you leave the airplane. Full assistance with the visa and customs formalities, transfer to hotel in Amman for overnight. (Buffet Dinner at hotel) Day 02 CITY TOUR OF AMMAN / DESERT CASTLES / AMMAN Visit Amman, the capital of Jordan, a fascinating city of contrasts. Visit the Citadel, which is situated on one of the highest hills in Amman that offers a splendid view of the old city. Near the citadel pay a visit to the Archaeological Museum that houses an excellent collection of Jordan’s antiquities. Proceed down hill to the downtown of the old city to visit the Roman Theatre, which dates back to the 2nd century AD. It is also the home of Jordan’s Folklore Museum, which displays various artifacts of the traditional Jordanian life including. Drive to the eastern desert of Jordan to visit the Desert Castles. Lunch in Azraq Rest House. These castles were built between the 7th century and 8th century AD, under the caliphs of the Umayyad dynasty. Visit Qasr Amra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then on to Qasr Al Kharrana and Qasr Al Azraq. Back to Hotel in Amman for overnight. (Buffet Breakfast + Buffet Dinner at hotel) Day 03 AMMAN / JERASH / AJLUN / AMMAN Drive north to visit Jerash, which remains today as one of the most beautiful and best-preserved Graeco-roman cities. Lunch in Artemis Restaurant in Jerash. Proceed north to Ajlun situated in the northern region of Jordan to visit Ajlun’s Castle. Ajlun’s Castle is a fine ex-

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Israel

Morocco

Dubai & Abu Dhabi

7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN Thursday - Tel Aviv Beginning of your journey in the Holy Land. Upon arrival you will meet our representative and be transferred to your hotel in Tel Aviv. Friday - Tel Aviv / Sea of Galilee / Tiberias CTO’s tour guide will pick you up from your hotel, we’ll drive for a short visit of the city of Jaffa (Joppa) where we will take a short walking tour in picturesque alleys of the old, fortified town. We we’ll pass by the house of Simon the Tanner and marvel at the views from the hill top. Than we drive up north along the coast to the archaeological ruins of Caesarea, built by Herod the Great in honor of Augustus Caesar..From there we go on to visit Megiddo where the book of Revelation mentions a great battle at the place called “Armageddon”. It is an ancient city inhabited continuously for more than five millennia (6000-500 B.C.). After exploring the ancient ruins we’ll drive toward the Sea of Galilee, Arrive at Tiberias and check-in to your hotel. Saturday - Sea of Galilee Start the day from historic Tiberias, where Jesus lived, sojourned, and preached on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Our next destination will be Capernaum, the center of Jesus ministry. Tabgha, just north of Tiberias, is the site of Christ’s miracle of feeding the 5,000 and at the Church of Multiplication the mosaic floor depicts a basket with loaves and two fishes. We drive on to the Mount of Beatitudes overlooking the Sea, where Jesus preached the “Sermon on the Mount” and it is believed that Jesus picked his 12 apostles. We’ll ascend to the Golan Heights to view the panoramic view of the peaks of Mt. Hermon

Day 01 (Sat) Dubai Upon arrival in Dubai, meet and transfer to Arabian Park Hotel. Day 02 (Sun) Dubai - Fujeirah (B/D) Enjoy a Dubai city tour visiting the magnificent Jumeira Mosque, the old wind-towered houses - “Bastakia” built by wealthy merchants, the 150 year old Al Fahidi Fort and the Dubai Museum records the city’s past as an important pearl diving and trading centre. Take a “abra” – local water taxi to the spice and gold “souks”. Proceed to Fujeirah where we visit the Friday Market in Masafi with a display of house plants, carpets, fruit and vegetables. Stop at the oldest mosque in the UAE at Bidiya before dinner & overnight at Golden Tulip Dibba. Day 03 (Mon) Fujeirah - Al Ain (B/D) Today’s tour starts with Fujeirah “old city”, the Bithna Oasis before proceed to Al Ain, a charming desert oasis that has been a stop on the caravan train since time immemorial. In Al Ain we will see the archaeological digs at Hili which date back some 5,000 years and Al Ain’s museum next to the old fortress. Walk through the oasis and explore the traditional irrigation system, the ancient Camel Market. Stay at Mercure Grand Jebel Hafeet. Day 04 (Tue) Al Ain - Abu Dhabi - Dubai (B/D) Visit the Al Ain Palace Museum, once the residence of the ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed and then proceed to Abu Dhabi where we visit the ancient, but now renovated Al Husn Fort,

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Africa

Asia is one of the most facinating regions

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Kenya & Tanzania

7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN Day 1 Nairobi It is ‘touch down’ at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Representatives of Twiga Tours, your hosts in Kenya eagerly await your arrival in traditional African style - wet towels and Bubbly champagne. It is a tradition in Africa to present a gift as an expression of our joy and happiness - what better gift than an authentic safari hat and other safari essentials! Thereafter transfer to your city hotel for overnight at the hotel. Sarova Stanley Hotel Club BB Day 2 Lake Nakuru National Park After a sumptuous breakfast depart on a pleasant drive to the floor of the Great Rift Valley with its spectacular views of the valley below. Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous as home to thousands of lesser and greater flamingo. This park also provides sanctuary for Rothschild giraffe, black and white rhino and the elusive leopard. Arrive in time for lunch at your preferred choice of accommodation and some leisure time, later in the afternoon head out for a game viewing drive in search of both the black and white rhino, the endangered Rothschild Giraffe (Twiga), the elusive leopard as well as a host of other plains game and with a chance to visit the shores of the lake where you may walk with millions of flamingos. Return for dinner and overnight. Mbweha Safari Camp or similar LDBB Day 3 Masai Mara Game Reserve Enjoy an early breakfast depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve offering wonderful scenery and plenty of game. It is perhaps the only region left in Kenya where you may see animals in the same super-abundance as

10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR Day 7 Ngorongoro Conservation Area After breakfast, depart for the Oldupai Gorge where hominid footprints believed to be 3.6million years old were found. We will enjoy an on-site talk on the interpretation of the gorge by the resident guide. Proceed towards the rim of the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater stopping occasionally to admire the breathtaking vista unfolding before you to arrive at the lodge for lunch. This afternoon just relax and enjoy the panoramic views of the crater. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge or similar LDBB Day 8 Ngorongoro Conservation Area After breakfast descends some 600metres into the crater, which is home to an abundance of wildlife and a photogenic paradise, for a full day game-viewing drive. We will enjoy picnic lunch at a private scenic site. Thereafter return at the lodge for dinner and overnight. Day 9 Tarangire National Park After breakfast depart to Tarangire National Park retains a real air of undiscovered Africa, particularly in the south of the park. Arrive in time for lunch at your preferred choice of accommodation and some leisure time, later in the afternoon head out for game viewing drive in search of elephants, the park is most renounced for it highest population of elephants than anywhere in Tanzania, its sparse vegetation, strewn with baobab and acacia trees, makes it a beautiful and special location. Thereafter return for dinner and overnight. Tarangire Sopa Lodge or similar LDBB Day 10 Amboseli National Park

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$2750 $2950 $675 $795

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Zimbabwe

South Africa

Lijiang, Yunnan 6 DAY YANGON • MANDALAY • BAGAN Day 1: Arrive Livingstone On arrival at Livingstone Airport a Thompsons Representative will meet and transfer you to your hotel. This afternoon enjoy a romantic sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River on board the African Queen. Accommodation: Zambezi Sun or similar

Day 1: (Sun) Johannesburg Upon arrival you will be met and assisted to your shuttle transfer service to the hotel. You are under own arrangements until 19h00 when we all meet at the hotel reception for a briefing on the tour and a chance to meet up with your fellow travellers. Accommodation: Protea Hotel OR Tambo or similar

Day 8: (Sun) Drakensberg (BB,BD) Full day at leisure to soak up the surroundings of the magnificent Southern Drakensberg Mountains. Accommodation: Drakensberg Gardens Hotel or similar Optional 4x4 Adventure tour up Sani Pass and into Lesotho available (Passport & light Jacket required).

Day 2: Victoria Falls Depart on a morning tour to Victoria Falls, one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. See 650 million litres of water from the Zambezi River crash into the chasm below, from some of the many vantage points on numerous paths. This afternoon, indulge in some of the adventure activities on offer. Accommodation: Zambezi Sun or similar

Day 2: (Mon) Johannesburg /Hazyview (BB) This morning we leave for Mpumalanga, dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld. Travel along the circular Panorama Route via Graskop, visiting the view sites of the Blyde River Canyon, one of the natural wonders of Africa; gasp at the glory of God’s Window, with a boundless view of mountains and fertile plains and finally a visit to Bourke’s Luck Potholes before heading to Hazyview. Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country Estate or similar

Day 9: (Mon) Drakensberg / East London (BB) This morning we depart and continue south to East London. En route we enter the fourth of the provinces, the Eastern Cape, the birth place of Nelson Mandela (fondly known as Madiba) also seeing the old traditional way of life in the homeland area known as the Transkei, stopping for lunch outside the capital of Umtata. We continue via Nelson Mandela’s birth place and house. We arrive late afternoon in East London, the only river port in Southern Africa. Check in for your overnight accommodation. Accommodation: The Kennaway Hotel or similar

Day 3: Victoria Falls Today we recommend a day trip to Chobe, Botswana (own account), located a short drive from Livingstone. Chobe National Park is the second largest national park in Botswana, and is home to a myriad of animals, including vast herds of Elephant. Your day tour includes a game drive in the Chobe National Park, lunch and an afternoon sunset cruise on the Chobe River. Accommodation: Zambezi Sun or similar Day 4: Depart Livingstone Spend your last morning relaxing at your

Day 3: (Tue) Kruger National Park (PB) A bright and early start to the day in order to enjoy the wonders of exploring the Kruger National Park in your closed vehicle. Enter the park and keep a lookout for the wonderful flora and bird life that abounds. The Kruger National Park is an internationally renowned game reserve of nearly 2 million hectares and supports the largest variety of wildlife species on the African continent. Spend the day in search of game before returning to your hotel. Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country

Day 10: (Tue) Port Elizabeth (BB) After breakfast, check out and travel through East London for a short orientation tour. Continue through ‘Settler Country’ via Port Alfred towards Grahamstown. Visit the 1820 Settler Memorial before continuing onto Port Elizabeth. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. Port Elizabeth’s beaches are magnificent and justifiably world famous. Accommodation: The Paxton Hotel or similar

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$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov

Dec - Feb

$3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Hong Kong Stopover

Morocco 7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN Day 1 (Mon) Arrival in Seoul Arrive Seoul, meet and transfer to hotel. Hotel: Best Western Premier KUKDO Hotel Day 2 (Tue) Seoul City (B/L) City tour of Seoul includes visit to Changdeok Palace, Deoksu Palace, Jogyesa Temple, South Gate Market and Insadong Shopping Street. Day 3 (Wed) Korean Folk Village (B) Morning free. Afternoon visit to the Korean Folk Village where the old traditional style houses and life styles of the 18th-19th century are being practiced. Day 4 (Thu) DMZ Tour/Gyeongju (B/L) Tour the DMZ, the Dora Observation Platform and Freedom Park to learn a bit of history of the Korean War before transfer to Gyeongju . Hotel: Gyeongju Commodore Hotel Day 5 (Fri) Gyeongju Tour/ Busan (B/L) Tour Korea’s ancient capital Gyeongju, visit the Cheomseongdae Astronomical Observatory, Royal Tumuli Park, National Museum, UNESCO's World Heritage Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto. Proceed to Busan City. Hotel: Busan Commodore Hotel Day 6 (Sat) Busan City / Seoul City (B/L) Tour of Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fishery Market, Nampodong Shopping Street, UN Cemetery, Busan Municipal Museum, Busan Haeundae Beach. Return to Seoul in the evening. Hotel: Best Western Premier KUKDO Hotel Day 7 (Sun) Seoul (B) Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80)

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88)

Departure Every Wednesday

USD$ CAD$

Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday

Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Huangshan & Hangzhou

Double occupancy Single Supplement

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

$2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

Timeless Silk Road

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov

Dec - Feb

$3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

CHINA

South America

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regions of the world. Dynamic, populated and rich in unique and aged cultures, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no wonder this region has become one of the most visited places on Earth.

CHINA

Sichuan & Yunnan Discovery

Hong Kong Stopover

Peru 7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN

10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88)

Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80)

Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday

Departure Every Wednesday

USD$ CAD$

Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

Double occupancy Single Supplement

Huangshan & Hangzhou

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

$2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov $3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Dec - Feb

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Timeless Silk Road

CHINA

Argentina 6 DAY YANGON • MANDALAY • BAGAN

9 DAY TOKYO • MT. FUJI & HAKONE • TAKAYAMA • KANAZAWA • KYOTO • NARA

Day 1 Yangon On arrival, meet and transfer to the Grand Plaza Parkroyal Hotel.

Day 1 Welcome to Jakarta Arrive in Jakarta, meet and transfer to your hotel.

Day 2 Yangon (B/D) Tour Myanmar’s imposing colonial and spiritual heritages; the Sule Pagoda, Chauk Htat Gyi - reclining Buddha, Shwedagon Pagoda with its gold covered stupa and Scott’s Market.

Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80)

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88)

Departure Every Wednesday

USD$ CAD$

Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday from Apr, 2014 - Mar, 2016

Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Lijiang, Yunnan

CHINA

Double occupancy Single Supplement

Sichuan & Yunnan Discovery

CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct $2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov

Dec - Feb

$3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Hong Kong Stopover

Peru 7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN

10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88)

Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80)

Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday

Departure Every Wednesday

USD$ CAD$

Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

Double occupancy Single Supplement

Huangshan & Hangzhou

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

$2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov $3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Dec - Feb

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Timeless Silk Road

CHINA

Trans-Siberian Express An epic journey of lifetime with unsurpassed experience!

Day 1 VLADIVOSTOK Upon arrive at Vladivostok, transfer to the hotel and enjoy a welcome reception dinner whilst we meet our fellow travellers and anticipate the epic 15 day voyage that lies ahead. Day 2 VLADIVOSTOK A morning tour offers visitors an opportunity to unravel its mysteries of Vladivostok, once ‘closed’ Russian port as we explore its principal military attractions including a tour of a restored submarine before boarding the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express. After settling into your modern, stylish cabins, enjoy dinner in the beautifully designed restaurant cars as our rail adventure westwards to Moscow begins. Day 3 ONBOARD - KHABAROVSK We spend our first full day on board the Golden Eagle today. This is the most easterly point of our mammoth journey passing through Khabarovsk, where we stop for a short city tour. We then rejoin the train and cross the River Amur, as we make our way west. Day 4 ONBOARD Our journey today follows the Shilka and Amur Rivers, close to the Chinese border. Enjoy Russia at its most beautiful and remote, as the landscape unfolds outside your window. You may like to attend one of the absorbing lectures or Russian language lessons. Day 5 ONBOARD Practice your Russian, watch a DVD as you wile away a few hours or just to socialise in the Bar Car and enjoy a chat as you listen to our resident musician. Day 6 ULAAN BAATAR, MONGOLIA Arrive into Ulaan Baatar, the capital city of Mongolia and home of Genghis Khan. Enjoy a city tour followed by a Mongol style lunch served in a traditional Ger with excellent local dishes and entertainment to encounter this time-honoured nomadic way of life. Return to the train as we head back into Russia.

Day 7 ULAN UDE Arrive in Ulan Ude, capital of the Buryat Republic. The ethnic and cultural diversity of this area offers a unique insight into its Mongol heritage as we tour the city and see the different faces and dress styles of the locals. Visit the Old Believers Village and have opportunity to learn about the local culture and history. Enjoy a traditional meal and a concert featuring local dance and music. Day 8 LAKE BAIKAL Few natural sights can surpass the beauty and grandeur of Lake Baikal. For five hours we wind our way through tunnels along cliff hugging tracks above the lake with a vista of snow capped peaks along the far shore. Lake Baikal is the deepest lake in the world and holds 20% of the world’s freshwater. Known as the ‘Pearl of Siberia’, Lake Baikal is home to a unique breed of freshwater seal and over fifty species of fish including omul which we will be serving in the dining car. Weather permitting, we stop at one of picturesque bays to enjoy a BBQ including freshly smoked fish. There is an time for a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters followed by a visit to Listvyanka, a small Baikal settlement nestling at the base of the surrounding hills. Day 9 IRKUTSK Arrive in Irkutsk, the ‘Paris of Siberia’. Our visit today takes in the most significant sites and museums in this fascinating city, including an exploration of the classic wooden architecture that has given many of this region’s buildings such a distinctive and unique appearance. Next, we visit the Decembrist House museum which is dedicated to the memory of the exiled aristocrats who were forced to flee to this remote outpost after the failed revolution of 1825. Enjoy a private concert before return to our waiting train for dinner. Day 10 ONBOARD A day to unwind and reflect on the many sights and sounds we have experienced on our journey so far. Chat to your fellow passengers, perhaps learn a few more words of Russian or simply enjoy the ever changing landscape outside your window.

7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN

Uzbekistan

10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR

Day 11 NOVOSIBIRSK Novosibirsk, a modern ‘Soviet’ city with rich culture and life. Our city tour takes us to the Opera House, an architectural marvel, houses two permanent ballet and opera companies and is the largest opera house in the world. In front of the Opera House, stands an imposing statue of Lenin – an opportunity to have your photo taken with this iconic political leader. Day 12 YEKATERINBURG Founded in 1723 by Peter the Great, Yekaterinburg is the third largest Russian city and capital of the Urals. Our city tour takes us to the poignant site where the Romanov, Nicholas II was executed with his family by the Bolsheviks in 1918. Now a church dedicated to their memory, this site provides us with a powerful insight into the turmoil of the Russian Revolution. We cross the Europe/Asia divide after we leave Yekaterinburg. Day 13 KAZAN We spend our last full day on board the Golden Eagle as we arrive at the picturesque and historic city of Kaza, the capital of Tatarstan situated on the River Volga. One of the highlights of our city tour is the Kremlin Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within the walls of this ancient citadel we will explore its stunning mosque and magnificent onion-domed cathedral. Day 14 MOSCOW After travelling over 6,600 miles (10,600 km) along this epic route to the end of the Trans-Siberian line, we arrive in Moscow. Our city tour of Moscow takes us to Red Square, an iconic symbol of Russia’s former military and political might. Here we see an eclectic mix of fascinating architecture, such as the ornate St Basil’s Cathedral with its magnificent onion-domed spires, the grandeur of The Kremlin and the sombre and evocative site of Lenin’s tomb. At the conclusion of our city tour, transfer to the luxurious five-star Marriott Royal Aurora hotel located in the heart of this vibrant city. Our final evening is spent saying our goodbyes to our fellow travelling companions and friends at the Farewell Dinner.

Eastbound itinerary MOSCOW ARRIVAL

DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY 5: DAY 6: DAY 7: DAY 8: DAY 9: DAY 10: DAY 11: DAY 12: DAY 13: DAY 14: DAY 15:

MOSCOW TOUR AND BOARD THE TRAIN KAZAN SIGHTSEEING YEKATERINBURG SIGHTSEEING NOVOSIBIRSK SIGHTSEEING ONBOARD GOLDEN EAGLE IRKUTSK SIGHTSEEING LAKE BAIKAL SIGHTSEEING ULAN UDE SIGHTSEEING ULAAN BAATAR SIGHTSEEING ONBOARD ONBOARD ONBOARD - KHABAROVSK VLADIVOSTOK SIGHTSEEING VLADIVOSTOK DEPARTURE

EASTBOUND - MOSCOW - VLADIVOSTOK MAY 5 - 19, 2013 JUN 3 - 17, 2013 JUL 28 - AUG 11, 2013 AUG 25 - SEP 8, 2013

WESTBOUND - VLADIVOSTOK - MOSCOW MAY 18 - JUN 1, 2013 JUN 16 - 30, 2013 AUG 10 - 24, 2013 SEP 7 - 21,2013

13 DAYS MONGOLIAN - NAADAM FESTIVAL EASTBOUND 1 - 13 JULY, 2013 (CALL FOR PRICE)

Departures

Day 15 MOSCOW Following breakfast, transfer to Moscow airport. Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80)

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88)

Departure Every Wednesday

USD$ CAD$

Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday

Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Double occupancy Single Supplement

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

$2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov $3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Dec - Feb

China Orient Express An epic journey of lifetime with unsurpassed experience!

Day 1 Beijing Arrived in Beijing, is one of China’s ancient capital city of cultural. Upon arrival, tour guides to meet you soon, adjust the time difference, and stay at the hotel to rest. Day 2 Beijing/ Luoyang (B/L/D) After breakfast, we proceed to the picturesque Summer Palace, which has the largest and best preserved Imperial Chinese Garden. After an authentic Beijing Roast Duck lunch, we proceed to Hutong Tour + Courtyards (Siheyuan) home visits. Beijing hutong and the courtyard is the real culture of old Beijing. Huton refers to the typical narrow streets or alleys formed by lines of siheyuan, traditional courtyard residences. We are onboard the ‘Shangri-La Express’ train to Luoyang after dinner. Day 3 Luoyang/ Xi’an (B/L/D) After breakfast, we will arrive in Luoyang and visit to the Shaolin Temple. This temple is shrouded in legend and mystery. The origin of martial arts and kung fu is part of the mystique of Shaolin Temple and the Shaolin monks. This is probably the most famous temple in China, not only because of its long history and its role in Chinese Buddhism, but also because of its martial arts or Wushu. There is a theatre here which presents the famous Kungfu Show at 1400. We will taste Yongtaisi shaolin Vegetarian for lunch. Yongtaisi shaolin Vegetarian located close to the Shaoling Temple, the Yongtaisi Nunnery serves Vegetarian food. 22:30hrs we are onboard the ‘Shangri-La Express’ train to Xian after dinner. Day 4 Xi’an (B/L/D) 10:00hrs arrive in Xi’an. Xi’an is a city with over 3000 years history and it is also the starting point of the ancient Silk Road for the great trade caravans of the ancient Silk Road. We will visit the ancient city wall. The City Wall of Xian is the most complete one that has survived in China, as well being one of the largest ancient military defensive systems in the world. After visiting the Statue of Star Point of Silk Road and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda Square, Thereafter we check into hotel. The marvelous Tang Dynasty Dinner Show at Tang Dynasty Palace will be prepared for you. The various savory dishes together with the exciting show will be sure to give satisfaction to your appetite, your eyes and your mind. Day 5 Xi’an/ Tianshui (B/L/D) After breakfast, we drive to one of the eight wonders of the world, the Terracotta Warriors’ Museum, for a visit. Here we can observe the grandiose of the Qin Dynasty army. Life-sized terracotta soldiers and horses are arranged in battle formation in a huge burial pit. The Terracotta Warriors are among the greatest troves of historical artifacts and art in the world today. Lastly, we continue to Huaqing Hot Spring in Mt Lishan. In ancient time, emperors used to come here to bathe and enjoy the scenic beauty. It has become a favorite spa since the Tang Dynasty.

Day 6 Tianshui/Jiayuguan (Jiayu Pass) (B/L/D) 06:30hrs Arrive in Tianshui. After breakfast, we proceed to visit Maiji Mountain is 150 meters tall, and it was named for its shape -- like that of a pile of wheat. According to historical records, the Maiji Grottoes were excavated during the Hou Qin Dynasty of the Sixteen Kingdom Period. 16:30hrs we move on to Jiayuguan by “Shangri-La Express’. The overnight train is quite comfortable and offer wonderful evening and morning views of the regional countryside. Day 7 Jiayuguan (Jiayu Pass) (B/L/D) This morning we visit Jiayuguan (Jiayu Pass), is the most western end of the Great Wall. Also known as ‘the First and Greatest Pass under Heaven, and it is the best preserved and most magnificent military building among the passes of the Great Wall. Next, we move on to Overhanging Great Wall. It is about 7 mimes away from Jiayu Pass. It’s located on a ridge that is 45 degrees from vertical hence the name Overhanging Great Wall. Day 8 Jiayuguan/ Dunhuang (B/L/D) After a pleasant breakfast, 10:00hrs special train to Dunhuang, we specially arranged for you on the train institute of Dunhuang experts and professors explain in detail for you. Reaching Dunhuang, we proceed to visit Mingsha Hill and Yueya Spring. Mingsha Hill measures some 40km by 20km and has a height of 80m. It is said that if we slide down its sleep slopes, we can hear sounds made by the moving sand. If the weather is good the sounds are likened to melodious orchestral music. This is one of the 4 famous mingsha hills in China. After dinner, we will continue to visit Dunhuang Night market -- Shazhou Night Market. It is one of the best night market in China and famous for its tasty snacks, local specialties, and crafts etc. Day9 Dunhuang/ Turpan (B/L/D) After breakfast, we shall visit the world famous – Mogao Grottoes, designate as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO for its 1600 year accumulated cultural, architectural, and art treasures. There remains 492 cave temple and 45000 square meters of frescos. At 17:00hrs, we embark the ‘Shangri-La Express’ Charter Luxury Train to Turpan. Day 10 Turpan/ Urumqi (B/L/D) After a pleasant breakfast we visit a karez irrigation system. Embodying the wisdom of the Xinjiang people, this irrigation system is designed for the desert, comprising surface drains underground canals and reservoirs. Currently there are some 1,258 systems in use, of a total length of over 3,000krn. It is said that the Karez irrigation system, the Great Wall of China and the Jinghang Grand Canal are the engineering miracles of ancient China. Following this, we visit the Flaming Mountain, immortalized in the classic story ‘Journey to the West’. The bright red soil of the mountain glows even more under the glaring sun, and it is no wonder we feel the heat. We drive to Jiaohe Ancient City. Also

Heavenly Lake

7 DAY • SOUL • GUEONGJU • BUSAN Day 11 Urumqi (B/L/D) After breakfast, visit Tianshan Tianchi (boat tour) .Tianshan Tianchi mountain lake as the center reflected Xuefeng, picturesque scenery, ancient name of “Jade Pool”. It is located in the Tianshan Mountains Bogda thrill of climbing the hillside, 1980 meters above sea level. Boat travel Tianchi, lakes and mountains, Bingfeng shadows, intoxicating, circulating many beautiful myths and legends, the natural beauty of Tianchi covered with a layer of magical color. It is Xinjiang’s most famous tourist scenic spot. This may be overlooking the Tianshan Mountain peaks, snow-capped. Then travel to Urumqi, visit Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum, the museum since four or five thousand years ago until modern times from the Silk Road to explore and collect more than a thousand pieces of precious relics, then visited Xinjiang and nephrite Museum, International Bazaar.

10 DAY XIAN • DUNHUANG • TURPAN • URUMQI • KASHGAR

Day 12 Urumqi/Hometown (B) After a pleasant breakfast, free till the assemble time for the transfer to airport for the flight back to hometown.

Eastbound itinerary MOSCOW ARRIVAL

DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY 5: DAY 6: DAY 7: DAY 8: DAY 9: DAY 10: DAY 11: DAY 12: DAY 13: DAY 14: DAY 15:

EASTBOUND - MOSCOW - VLADIVOSTOK MAY 5 - 19, 2013 JUN 3 - 17, 2013 JUL 28 - AUG 11, 2013 AUG 25 - SEP 8, 2013

WESTBOUND - VLADIVOSTOK - MOSCOW MAY 18 - JUN 1, 2013 JUN 16 - 30, 2013 AUG 10 - 24, 2013 SEP 7 - 21,2013

13 DAYS MONGOLIAN - NAADAM FESTIVAL EASTBOUND 1 - 13 JULY, 2013 (CALL FOR PRICE)

Departures Land & Internal Air (air taxes USD $75/CAD $80)

Land & Internal Air Arrangements (Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai. Current air taxes USD$80 or CAD $88)

Departure Every Wednesday

USD$ CAD$

Small Group Departure: Every Tuesday

Double Occupancy Single Supplement

$2750 $2950 $675 $795

Guaranteed departure for minimum 5 passengers. High season surcharges of USD $200/CAD$250 for travel in Sep & Oct.

Double occupancy Single Supplement

Apr - Aug Sep - Oct CAD $ USD $ CAD $ USD $

$2025 $1795 $2025 $2280

$2435 $1895 $2505 $2570

Nov $3010 $1665 $3060 $3135

Dec - Feb

Travelers Information

Travelers Information THIS DOCUMENT CREATES A CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COMPASS HOLIDAYS/TIAN BAO TRAVEL AND YOU, THE CUSTOMER/PARTICIPANT IN THE TOUR PACKAGE PROVIDED BY COMPASS HOLIDAYS/TIAN BAO TRAVEL. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY IN THEIR ENTIRETY, IT IS IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY TO INDEPENDENT TOURS OR BROCHURE PROGRAM. TO RESERVE TRIP WITH COMPASS HOLIDAYS AND SIGNING OUR AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZATION FORM INDICATES ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED HEREIN. PRICING Prices shown herein are calculated in Canadian Dollar and US prices are converted from Canadian based on Bank of Canada’s exchange rate as of Jan 10, 2012. All prices are on a per person basis for double occupancy accommodation and inclusive of the current taxes & V.A.T of each destination. All prices are dependent on fuel costs, applicable V.A.T and local taxes, rates of currency exchange and other variable factors and are subject to change at any time should major circumstances and currency fluctuate. Should these costs increase we reserve the right to increase the price of any product. In the event that the increase is in excess of 7% (unless caused by an increase in government tax), you are entitled to cancel the travel arrangements and receive a full refund. Every effort will be made to advise you of any price increase at least 30 days prior to your departure date.

BAGGAGE In general, economy class allowance on the international flights either Trans-Pacific or Trans-Atlantic per passenger is two checked pieces for which the total sum of the three-dimensions and the weight are restricted. Please visit relevant carrier’s websites for more information.

Prices for 2013 will be available on 30 Oct, 2012. Bookings for 2013 received and fully paid prior to this date will pay the prices of 2012.

OUTING YOUR WAY PROGRAM An English-speaking guide, Air-conditioned vehicles with driver will be available at client’s disposal for maximum of 4 hours, limited to 70 kilometers driving within the vicinity of a city. The program is on an à la carte basis, allowing a choice of anything available and practical. Confirmation required in advance. The service of Guide and driver are included, but the toll fee, parking, admission fees to the sites etc. are on traveler’s expenses.

The intra tour airfares are included, but miscellaneous surcharges such as airport departure taxes, airline fuel surcharges are excluded. The international airfares are not included and we will quote it separately at the time of booking. Any expenses of personal nature such as alcoholic beverages other than stated in the itinerary, laundry, gratuity, phone calls, trip cancellation and personal travel insurance, cost of obtaining passport or visas, excess baggage charges, etc. are not included in the price of your holiday. Compass Holidays will guarantees the trip prices once the trip is paid in full and you received trip confirmation in writing. CHILDREN RATES Children 12 years of age or above at time of travel will be charged as an adult. Child price may apply for children younger than 12 and proof of age required at the time of booking. Child rates are only applicable when child is accompanied by two paying adult. Children’s discount vary from airline to airline and hotel to hotel. Reduction is normally 15% - 20 % of adult rate, provided they share the same room with two adults with an extra bed provided. Otherwise the full adult fare applies. HOTELS & MEALS Compass Holidays offers accommodation at the hotels stated in the programs with daily breakfast, service charges and taxes included. We reserve the rights to substitute hotels for those named in the brochure when necessary. Specific bed types should be requested at time of booking and cannot be guaranteed. We charge a single supplement to individual travelers who wish to secure a private room throughout a trip. Breakfast served in the hotel, table d’hôte lunch or dinner is offered as per the meal plan in the itinerary with soft drinks, coffee or tea included with meals. Specific meal must be requested in advance and cannot be guaranteed. SIGHTSEEING TOURS Sightseeing tour is conducted with English-speaking guide as shown in the itinerary, including entrance fees for places visited. Airconditioned vehicles are utilized when available. The sequence of the itinerary may change.

However, please note that scheduled internal flights within Asia by regional airlines or air charter companies have a baggage restriction of only 1 piece; 44 lbs per person, and even less on the charter flights. Therefore, we highly recommend 1 piece of checked luggage and 1 soft carry on baggage per person. Baggage and personal effects are at owners risk throughout the tour.

RESERVATION & PAYMENT Early reservations are essential due to our small group size. To reserve a trip, we require a nonrefundable deposit of CAD or USD $300 per person plus the applicable insurance premium, full airfare and taxes payable at the time of booking. We reserve the right to request additional deposit for the bookings of luxury rail journey or cruises and if required by hotels and ground suppliers, specially for peak season such as (but not limited to) New Year and Chinese New Years, Christmas, Easter and Thanksgiving. The balance of payment is due 60 days prior to departure. A booking made within 60 days of departure is payable in full at time of confirmation. To confirm the reservation, traveler or their representative must provide us with complete mandatory information of traveler, sign and return the relevant documents not more than 3 days after receipt. Cheques and major credit cards are accepted and charges will be on TIAN BAO TRAVEL or Airlines merchants. CANCELLATION PENALTY FOR TOUR LAND ARRANGEMENTS All cancellation request must be received in writing. If you must cancel your trip, the cancellation fees are as follows: Days prior to trip 61+ 46 – 60 45 – 30 29 - 15 0 – 14

Fee per person Nonrefundable deposit $ 500 25% of the trip price 50% of the trip price 100% of the trip price

Cancellation for air reservations are subject to airline fare rules. Compass Holidays reserves the rights to cancel any trips at any time for any reason if there are too few participants, or if the quality of the trip or the safety of travelers is judged to be compromised. In such a case, refund of payments received by Compass Holidays shall constitute full settlement.

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Terms & Conditions Compass Holidays cannot assume responsibility for any loss incurred on account of nonrefundable air tickets. If you cancel this subsequent reservation then the cancellation fees applicable on the trip to which you transferred is one level higher than your original reservation. REVISION AND SWITCH TRIPS A revision fee of $50 per person will be charged for any alternation or revision made to a confirmed reservation. Between 45 – 60 days of your original departure date, you have a sole opportunity to switch to a difference trip in the same calendar year upon payment of a fee of $ 100 per person. Within 45 days of departure, no change can be made and the cancellation fees will apply. TRAVEL INSURANCE Compass Holidays strongly recommends that all traveler review and purchase your trip cancellation insurance and your heath insurance to ensure you have coverage appropriate to meet your needs when confirming on a trip, in case of any cancellation penalty, loss of property, or liability of medical treatment during the trip. Please consult your travel agent or Compass Holidays for premium, if we do not receive payment for the insurance at the time of your final trip payment, it will be assumed that you have declined coverage. BROCHURE ACCURACY Compass Holidays has attempted to make this brochure accurate but however, changes might occur for reasons beyond our control. In addition, Compass Holidays reserves the rights to substitute hotels or change the itinerary when necessary, provided the travel facilities or other services are of at least the same standard or value. HEALTH By sending a deposit toward your trip purchase and completing your traveler information form, you certify that you do not have any physical condition or disability that would create a hazard for you or other travelers and you have received all appropriate vaccinations. Please consult travel clinic or your doctor. Traveler needs special assistance due to physical condition must be brought up to the attention of Compass Holidays in writing at the time of booking. CLAIMS & REFUND POLICY Except for verifiable extenuating circumstances, there are no refunds, whatsoever, for any unused tour services including but not limited to accommodations, meals, intra tour transportations or sightseeing. Any refunds for unused tour services shall be issued in the sole discretion of Compass Holidays. Any adjustment considered will be based on the actual cost of the service involved and not on a per diem basis. All claims must be made in writing to your travel agent and accompanied by receipts, reports and other documents pertaining to the claim and must be received by Compass Holidays for investigation no later than 14 days after your return from your trip. We will not consider any request for refund received by it after 30 days of tour termination. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY The cost of all trips listed herein is based on travelers agreeing to this Limitation of Liability. To be eligible to take a trip with Compass Holidays, travelers must accept each and all terms and conditions herein and assume full responsibility for any loss, injury, death or damage to them, their family or their independents arising in connection with their participation in the trips. Travelers must have their own insurance appropriate to their needs and the needs of their family or dependants in respect of such loss, injury, death or damage.

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On your behalf, Compass Holidays arranges with airlines, independent ground suppliers to provide you with the travel services you have purchased. We use our best efforts in selecting these companies with respect to their performance and reliability. However, we have no direct or indirect control over these suppliers and therefore Compass Holidays cannot be held responsible for their performance or lack thereof. Therefore, Compass Holidays shall not be held responsible for injury, loss or damage whether mental, emotional or physical howsoever sustained, resulting from any error, omission or negligence of any company or person, agent, employee or sub contractor supplying any of the services, flights, transfers, tours or accommodation provided as part of your trip. Compass Holidays as the tour operator and/or its agents do not assume responsibility for any claims, losses, damages, costs or expense arising out of personal injury or death, loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, illness, distress or frustration whether physical, emotional or mental, resulting from any of the following: i) Any negligent act or omission by the airlines, transportation companies, coach tour operators, car rental organizations, hotel/resort properties or other suppliers or their personnel or any company or person not under our direct control. ii) Government actions, weather, equipment failure, labour disputes, sickness, theft or any other cause beyond our direct control. iii) Failure of the passenger to obtain the necessary documentation or meet the required health regulations in order to complete their travel arrangements. iv) Failure of the passenger to arrive at the airport within the time frame stipulated by Compass Holidays in these Terms and Conditions on the day of departure whether due to missed connections, adverse weather conditions, mechanical failures or any other reason whatsoever. v) The need for us to change itineraries or substitute accommodation or services, provided that every effort is made to supply the most comparable services and accommodations available. vi) Cancellation of a tour by Compass Holidays, provided that full refund of all monies paid is made to the passenger. vii) While every effort has been undertaken to ensure accuracy, photographs, artist rendering and written descriptions appearing in this brochure are representational only and are not a guarantee that everything will be exactly as depicted at the destinations. ACT OF GOD/FORCE MAJEURE Compass Holidays and / or its agents, act only as agent for travelers in all matters pertaining to the trips, we shall not be liable for any claims, losses, damages, costs, expenses, delays or loss of enjoyment, of any nature or kind whatsoever, resulting from events beyond our or a supplier’s reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, strikes, lockouts or other labour disputes or disruptions, wars, blockades, insurrections, riots, earthquakes, weather conditions, floods or acts or restraints imposed by government authorities. Compass Holidays shall be excused, discharged or released from its performance to the extent such performance is so limited or prevented, without liability of any kind. Travelers agree that Compass Holidays is the trustee of the respective rights under this Limitation of Liability, which will apply to a traveler’s trips with Compass Holidays, and any transfer of a reservation to another trip, including any deviations or extensions. This Limitation of Liability is binding upon all members of the traveler’s family, dependants, estate, heirs, successors and legal personal representatives. Any claim or dispute arising out of or relating to this Limitation of Liability or its interpretation, the trip, or the traveler’s relationship with Compass Holidays will be resolved exclusively in the courts of the Province of Canada in which the particular office of Compass Holidays is located and with which traveler had contracted their trip and will be governed exclusively by laws of that province of Canada.

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