Europe off season cad

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35%

2017–2018

on select dates*

Europe: Winter & Early Spring More affordable than you ever imagined!

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R ED EFI N I N G TH E O FF- S E A S O N For years savvy travellers have known about the benefits of travelling in the off-season. It won’t be long before everyone is in on the secret – so go now!

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INTRODUCTION

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EUROPEAN OFF-SEASON

Save up to 35% and enjoy smaller crowds Reflections of Italy.................................... 8–9 Italian Vistas............................................. 10–11 Italy’s Treasures........................................ 12–13 Spotlight on Rome.................................... 14–15 Southern Italy & Sicily............................... 16–17 Splendid Sicilia......................................... 18–19 Irish Splendour......................................... 20–21 British Landscapes................................... 22–23 London & Paris......................................... 24–25 Spain’s Classics........................................ 26–27 Sunny Portugal......................................... 28–29 Discover Croatia, Slovenia

30–31

& the Adriatic Coast.......................

Imperial Cities........................................... 32–33

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Pre & Post Tour Options

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Optional Excursions

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See AN OT H E R S I DE O F

EUROPE N E W PERSPECTIVES When it comes to guided travel, we believe it’s always a good time to GO! That said, winter and springtime travel in Europe comes with its own unique benefits.

• More value for your money • Smaller crowds and shorter lines • A distinctive winter cuisine • More time to experience the local culture • Relatively mild temperatures It can be like having Europe all to yourself!

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B E NE FIT S O F WINT ER & SPRING TR AV E L LOCAL LIV ING As the pace slows in winter everyone has more time to share stories and sink into the local culture you’ll find when visiting neighbourhood markets or sitting in a cozy café.

S MA L L E R C R O W D S From spending a little more time with the Mona Lisa to marvelling at the work of Michelangelo take advantage of this sometimes under appreciated off-season perk.

WINTER CUIS INE There is something a little more satisfying when there’s a tinge of cold in the air. Warm yourself with a bowl of beef bourguignon or some mulled wine.

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Reflections of Italy 10 Days, 13 Meals from $2659 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins Mediterraneo Hotel, Rome

Day 3: Rome Mediterraneo Hotel, Rome

Day 4: Rome - Assisi - Perugia/Assisi Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia or Grand Hotel Dei Congressi, Assisi

Day 5: Perugia/Assisi - Siena - Florence Albani Hotel, Florence

Day 6: Florence Albani Hotel, Florence

Day 7: Florence - Venice Carlton on the Grand Canal Hotel or Santa Marina Hotel, Venice

Live La Dolce Vita

Day 8: Venice - Murano Island - Venice

Revel in the magic of Italy. Explore in the winter and see the cities of Rome, Florence, and Venice as few other travellers have. Cross the Tuscan and Umbrian countryside. See medieval hill towns and visit the birthplace of St. Francis, Assisi. Discover the masterpieces of the Renaissance in Florence and see hot glass transformed into exquisite art on Murano Island – all without the larger crowds. Call Venice your own for two nights before completing your journey in Milan.

Carlton on the Grand Canal Hotel or Santa Marina Hotel, Venice

Day 9: Venice - Milan Malpensa Crowne Plaza Malpensa, Malpensa

Day 10: Milan Malpensa - Tour Ends

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Average winter temperature, length of day and precipitation December Rome 9˚C 9.7Hrs 89mm Florence 6˚C 9.5Hrs 70mm Venice 3.4˚C 9.3Hrs 54mm

Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June 5, 7, 21 July 10, 24 August 7, 14 September 4, 6, 11, 18, 20, 27 October 2 October 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 October 25

January

Double $3919 $3919 $3649 $3519 $3919 $3919 $3789 $3589

($1260 PER PERSON)

February

Rome 8˚C 10.1Hrs 81mm Florence 5˚C 9.9Hrs 40mm Venice 2.5˚C 9.7Hrs 58mm

32%

Rome 9˚C 11.1Hrs 75mm Florence 6˚C 11Hrs 50mm Venice 4.5˚C 10.9Hrs 54mm

November 6, 8 November 20

$3249 $3109

March – April 2018 March 5, 7, 12, 14 March 19, 21 March 26 April 2, 4 April 9, 11, 16, 18, 19

Double $3249 $3379 $3519 $3519 $3649

When travelling between November 2017 to February 2018.

Off-Season Dates

Double

November 27, 2017* December 11, 2017* January 24, 2018* February 26, 2018*

$2659 $2659 $2659 $2859

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds. It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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Italian Vistas 13 Days, 17 Meals from $3879 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins Grand Hotel Palatino, Rome

Day 3: Rome - Classical Rome City Tour Grand Hotel Palatino, Rome

Day 4: Rome Grand Hotel Palatino, Rome

Day 5: Rome - Pompeii - Sorrento Coast Towers Hotel, Sorrento Coast or Michelangelo Hotel, Sorrento

Day 6: Sorrento Coast - Isle of Capri Sorrento Coast Towers Hotel, Sorrento Coast or Michelangelo Hotel, Sorrento

Day 7: Sorrento Coast - Florence Grand Hotel Baglioni, Florence

Day 8: Florence Grand Hotel Baglioni, Florence

Day 9: Florence - Pisa - Venice Hotel Bellini, Venice

Day 10: Venice - Murano Island - Venice Hotel Bellini, Venice

Day 11: Venice - Verona - Stresa Regina Palace Hotel, Stresa

Day 12: Stresa - Locarno, Switzerland Isola dei Pescatori, Italy - Stresa Regina Palace Hotel, Stresa

Day 13: Stresa - Tour Ends

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Be Captivated in Italy The off-season months allow you to step into life in Italy and this tour has everything you’ve always wanted. Enjoy multiple-night stays in Rome, Florence, Venice, the Sorrento coast and Stresa in the Lakes District. Discover the treasures of Classical Rome. Walk in the footsteps of the ancient Romans in Pompeii. See the gems of the Renaissance in Florence’s Academy Gallery, including Michelangelo’s David. Visit Locarno, Switzerland, and cruise to Isola dei Pescatori.

For full itinerary or for tour details visit gocollette.com/winter

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Average winter temperature, length of day and precipitation December Sorrento 11˚C 9.8Hrs 85mm Florence 6˚C 9.5Hrs 70mm Stresa 3˚C 9.4Hrs 37mm

January

February

Sorrento 10˚C 10.2Hrs 73mm Florence 5˚C 9.9Hrs 40mm Stresa 1˚C 9.8Hrs 32mm

Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 May 7, 14 May 21, 28, 30 June 4, 11, 18 July 2, 9, 16, 23 August 6, 13, 20 August 27 September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 October 1, 8 October 10, 15

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Double $5139 $5269 $5269 $4729 $4729 $4999 $5269 $5269 $5139

Sorrento 10˚C 11.2Hrs 53mm Florence 6˚C 11Hrs 50mm Stresa 3˚C 11Hrs 44mm

($1390 PER PERSON)

March Sorrento 11˚C 12.4Hrs 54mm Florence 9˚C 12.5Hrs 60mm Stresa 5˚C 12.5Hrs 61mm

October 22 October 29 November 5, 7

$4869 $4729 $4599

March – April 2018 March 4, 11, 18 March 25 April 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 April 24

Double $4459 $4729 $4869 $4999

26% When travelling between November 2017 to February 2018.

Off-Season Dates

Double

November 26, 2017* December 3, 2017* January 28, 2018* February 25, 2018*

$4009 $3879 $3879 $4009

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

GUAR ANTEED DATE S Book with confidence!

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Italy’s Treasures Small Group Travel

12 Days, 17 Meals from $4279 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Stresa, Italy - Tour Begins Regina Palace Hotel, Stresa

Day 3: Stresa - Lago Maggiore - Stresa Regina Palace Hotel, Stresa

Day 4: Stresa - Orta - Italian Riviera Grand Hotel dei Castelli, Italian Riviera or Hotel Astor, Viareggio

Day 5: Italian Riviera - Cinque Terre Grand Hotel dei Castelli, Italian Riviera or Hotel Astor, Viareggio

Day 6: Italian Riviera - Lucca Tuscan Villa Villa Lecchi, Villa Baldelli, Villa Sanpaolo or Villa San Lucchese, Tuscany

Day 7: Florence Villa Lecchi, Villa Baldelli, Villa Sanpaolo or Villa San Lucchese, Tuscany

Day 8: Siena Villa Lecchi, Villa Baldelli, Villa Sanpaolo or Villa San Lucchese, Tuscany

Day 9: Tuscan Countryside Villa Lecchi, Villa Baldelli, Villa Sanpaolo or Villa San Lucchese, Tuscany

Day 10: Tuscany - Bologna - Venice Hotel Bonvecchiati, Hotel Ca’dei Conti or Hotel Santa Marina, Venice

Day 11: Venice Hotel Bonvecchiati, Hotel Ca’dei Conti or Hotel Santa Marina, Venice

Day 12: Venice - Tour Ends

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That’s Amore!

The romance of Italy comes to life. Explore the lakes region and visit to a local farm for a cheese and wine tasting. Explore the rugged coast and remote fishing villages of the Cinque Terre. Spend four relaxing nights in a Tuscan villa. Discover the charming town of Lucca and rose hued Siena.

Experience medieval life at the Palazzo Davanzati. Visit a winery in the countryside and learn the secrets of Tuscan cuisine. Wander the streets of Bologna and taste some of the area’s specialty foods. Spend two wonderful nights in Venice. These are Italy’s treasures.

For full itinerary or for tour details visit gocollette.com/winter

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Average winter temperature, length of day and precipitation December Venice 3˚C 9.3Hrs 54mm Tuscany 6˚C 9.6Hrs 60mm Stresa 3˚C 9.4Hrs 37mm

January

Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 Double May 6, 13, 20 $5409 June 3, 10, 17, 24 $5409 July 8, 15 $5269 August 5, 19, 26, 28 $5269 September 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 $5479 September 30 $5409 October 7 $5409

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($1200 PER PERSON)

February

Venice 2˚C 9.7Hrs 58mm Tuscany 5˚C 9.9Hrs 65mm Stresa 1˚C 9.8Hrs 32mm

Venice 4˚C 10.9Hrs 54mm Tuscany 8˚C 11Hrs 60mm Stresa 3˚C 11Hrs 44mm

October 14, 21 October 28 November 4

$5269 $5069 $4869

March – April 2018 March 10, 17 April 7 April 14, 21

Double $4939 $5139 $5269

21% When travelling in December 2017

Off-Season Dates

Double

December 2, 2017*

$4279

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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Spotlight on Rome City Stays & Quick Getaways

7 Days, 8 Meals from $1719 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins Hotel dei Borgia, Rome

Day 3: Rome Hotel dei Borgia, Rome

Day 4: Rome Hotel dei Borgia, Rome

Day 5: Rome Hotel dei Borgia, Rome

Day 6: Rome - Ostia Antica - Rome Hotel dei Borgia, Rome

Day 7: Rome - Tour Ends

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When in Rome…explore!

Unpack only once and come to know exciting Rome, a metropolitan city steeped in history and tradition. Come to know local life at the Campo dei Fiori Market. Explore the ancient Colosseum.

Discover Rome your way when choosing to explore Rome’s churches uncovering their mosaic masterpieces, or join a local guide on a walking tour featuring the Fontana di Trevi. Learn to cook authentic Italian cuisine during a cooking class. Take a stroll through history and opulence at the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. This in-depth discovery (especially during the winter months) provides you with ample time to explore as you choose.

For full itinerary or for tour details visit gocollette.com/winter

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Average winter temperature, length of day and precipitation December Rome

January 9˚C 9.7Hrs 89mm

Peak Season Dates May – October 2017 May 9, 16 June 6 July 4, 11 August 15 September 5, 12, 19 October 3, 10 October 31

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Rome

Double $2629 $2629 $2419 $2219 $2629 $2629 $2359

February 8˚C 10.1Hrs 81mm

March – April 2018 March 6, 13 April 10, 17

Rome

9˚C 11.1Hrs 75mm

Double $2149 $2419

35%

($910 PER PERSON) When travelling between December 2017 to February 2018.

Off-Season Dates

Double

December 5, 2017* January 16, 2018* February 13, 2018*

$1719 $1719 $1719

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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Southern Italy & Sicily 12 Days, 16 Meals from $2859 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Palermo, Sicily - Tour Begins Hotel Federico II Central Palace, Palermo

Day 3: Palermo - Monreale - Palermo Hotel Federico II Central Palace, Palermo

Day 4: Palermo - Agrigento - Giardini Naxos Hellenia Yachting Hotel, Giardini Naxos

Day 5: Giardini Naxos - Taormina Giardini Naxos Hellenia Yachting Hotel, Giardini Naxos

Day 6: Giardini Naxos - Catania - Mt. Etna - Giardini Naxos Hellenia Yachting Hotel, Giardini Naxos

Day 7: Giardini Naxos - Matera Hotel del Campo, Matera

Day 8: Matera - Alberobello - Matera Hotel del Campo, Matera

Day 9: Matera - Sorrento Peninsula Towers Hotel Stabiae, Sorrento Coast or Michelangelo Hotel, Sorrento

Day 10: Sorrento - Amalfi Coast Drive Minori - Sorrento Peninsula Towers Hotel Stabiae, Sorrento Coast or Michelangelo Hotel, Sorrento

Day 11: Sorrento Peninsula - Pompeii - Rome Donna Laura Palace Hotel, Rome

Day 12: Rome - Tour Ends

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Walk in the Footsteps of Sicilian History This warmer journey will take you through a crossroads of civilizations in Sicily and on to the spectacular coastlines of Southern Italy. Begin in Sicily. Uncover its Moorish and Norman influences that intertwine with Greek and Roman ruins standing guard over the landscape. Explore Agrigento’s ancient Valley of the Temples. Travel to the historic hilltop town of Taormina. Discover spectacular Mt. Etna Volcano National Park. Continue on to fascinating Southern Italy. Make a stop at a local winery for an agriturismo experience complete with a wine tasting and dinner featuring regional specialties. Explore the ancient town of “Sassi di Matera,” known for its cave dwellings.

Spend time in the mystical town of Alberobello with its unusual cone-shaped roofed homes known as “trulli.” Explore the stunning Amalfi Coast and Sorrento. In evocative Pompeii, walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans who perished in the foothills of Mount Vesuvius.

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Average winter temperature, length of day and precipitation December Sorrento 11˚C 9.8Hrs 85mm Palermo 14˚C 10.1Hrs 80mm Giardini Naxos 10˚C 10.1Hrs 100mm

Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 May 11, 25 June 15, 29 July 13 August 17, 21, 28 August 31 September 4, 7, 11, 14, 21, 28 October 5, 12, 16

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January Sorrento 10˚C 10.2Hrs 73mm Palermo 13˚C 10.4Hrs 72mm Giardini Naxos 9˚C 10.4Hrs 95mm

Double $3519 $3519 $3519 $3519 $3589 $3589 $3589

February Sorrento 10˚C 9.7Hrs 53mm Palermo 13˚C 11.3Hrs 65mm Giardini Naxos 8˚C 11.3Hrs 74mm

October 19, 26 November 2, 9

$3519 $3379

March – April 2018 March 8, 15 April 5, 9, 12 April 19, 26

Double $3249 $3449 $3519

20%

($730 PER PERSON) When travelling between December 2017 to February 2018.

Off-Season Dates

Double

December 4, 2017* January 25, 2018* February 22, 2018*

$2859 $2859 $2859

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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Splendid Sicilia 10 Days, 13 Meals from $2529 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Palermo, Italy - Tour Begins Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa, Palermo

Day 3: Palermo - Monreale - Palermo Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa, Palermo

Day 4: Palermo Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa, Palermo

Day 5: Palermo - Cefalù - Sicilian Countryside - Palermo Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa, Palermo

Day 6: Palermo - Agrigento - Catania UNA Hotel Palace, Catania

Day 7: Catania UNA Hotel Palace, Catania

Day 8: Catania - Siracusa - Catania UNA Hotel Palace, Catania

Day 9: Catania - Taormina - Catania UNA Hotel Palace, Catania

Day 10: Catania - Tour Ends

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Discover the Blend of Cultures Delve into the fascinating mosaic that is Sicily. Explore this beautiful Mediterranean island on this grand tour and discover the influences left by ancient Greeks and Romans, Arabs and Normans.

Get acquainted with Palermo’s colourful markets and the city’s famous “street food.” Spend time at Monreale’s 12th-century cathedral. Meet a countess in her beautiful palace and visit a family-owned farm to learn how they make ricotta cheese. Enjoy Agrigento’s spectacular Valley of the Temples (UNESCO). Spend 4 nights in Catania and visit Taormina, the jewel of Sicily, perched above the Ionian Sea. Reflect on the grandeur of ancient Greece during an included excursion to the historical sites in Siracusa (UNESCO), whose archaeological treasures rival those in Athens.

For full itinerary or for tour details visit gocollette.com/winter

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18%

Average winter temperature, length of day and precipitation December Catania Palermo

January 12˚C 9.4Hrs 89mm 14˚C 10.1Hrs 80mm

Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 May 20 June 10 July 8 August 26 September 16, 23 October 7, 21 November 4

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Catania Palermo

Double $2979 $2979 $2839 $3109 $3109 $3109 $2979

($580 PER PERSON)

February 11˚C 9.5Hrs 79mm 13˚C 10.4Hrs 72mm

March – April 2018 March 10 April 7

Catania Palermo

11C˚ 10.4Hrs 48mm 13˚C 11.3Hrs 65mm

Double $2909 $2979

When travelling between December 2017 to February 2018.

Off-Season Dates

Double

December 9, 2017* January 20, 2018* February 24, 2018*

$2529 $2529 $2529

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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Irish Splendour 8 Days, 10 Meals from $1509 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Dublin, Ireland - Tour Begins Ashling Hotel, Dublin

Day 3: Dublin Ashling Hotel, Dublin

Day 4: Dublin - Killarney Killarney Avenue Hotel, Killarney

Day 5: Killarney - Dingle Peninsula Killarney Killarney Avenue Hotel, Killarney

Day 6: Killarney - Cliffs of Moher - Ennis Old Ground Hotel, Ennis

Day 7: Ennis - Tullamore/Kilbeggan Kingscourt Cabra Castle, Kingscourt

Day 8: Kingscourt - Tour Ends

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A True Taste of Ireland Ireland is magical at any time of year but travellers will tell you there is something special about the sky when there is a slight chill in the air. Spend the night on the regal grounds of a castle.

Relax by a roaring peat fire. Stand in awe on the Cliffs of Moher. Tour rollicking Dublin and Kilmainham Gaol, its historic prison. Choose from a selection of Killarney’s best restaurants with our “Diner’s Choice.” Sip on the “Water of Life” at a whiskey distillery. Explore the spectacular Dingle Peninsula and drive the Slea Head road for majestic coastal views. Gaze upon the historic Rock of Cashel. Visit the famous Gap of Dunloe where you can shop for traditional Irish goods. Meet a local family and enjoy tea and scones at their farm. Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle. From the breathtaking sights of Kerry to the historic Rock of Cashel, travel the countryside and experience the true culture of Ireland.

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Average winter temperature, length of day and precipitation December Killarney 8˚C 10.6Hrs 112mm County Clare 7˚C 7.4Hrs 107mm Dublin 7˚C 10.5Hrs 80mm

Peak Season Dates October – November 2017 October 18 October 25, 28 November 1, 4, 8 November 15

January Killarney 7˚C 10.6Hrs 127mm County Clare 7˚C 8.7Hrs 99mm Dublin 5˚C 10.5Hrs 70mm

Double $1969 $1899 $1759 $1609

March 2018 March 3, 7 March 10 March 14 March 21

25%

February

($520 PER PERSON)

Killarney 8˚C 10.6Hrs 103mm County Clare 6˚C 9.5Hrs 74mm Dublin 5˚C 10.5Hrs 60mm

When travelling December 2017 to February 2018.

Double $1679 $1829 $2029 $1829

Off-Season Dates

Double

December 2, 2017* December 6, 2017* January 17 & 20, 2018* February 17, 2018* February 24, 2018* February 28, 2018*

$1509 $1509 $1509 $1509 $1509 $1579

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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British

Landscapes 10 Days, 12 Meals from $2929 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: London, England - Tour Begins Grange City Hotel or Grange Tower Hotel, London

Day 3: London Grange City Hotel or Grange Tower Hotel, London

Day 4: London - Train Journey - York Hotel 53, York

Day 5: York - Borders Region, Scotland - Edinburgh G & V Hotel, Apex Grassmarket Hotel, Apex City Hotel, Novotel Edinburgh Centre or Radisson Blu, Edinburgh

Day 6: Edinburgh G & V Hotel, Apex Grassmarket Hotel, Apex City Hotel, Novotel Edinburgh Centre or Radisson Blu, Edinburgh

Day 7: Edinburgh - Lake District, England - Ruthin Castle, Wales Ruthin Castle, Ruthin

Day 8: Wales - Stratford-upon-Avon, England Mercure Shakespeare Hotel or The Stratford Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon, or Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel, Walton

Day 9: Stratford - Stonehenge Cotswolds - Stratford Mercure Shakespeare Hotel or The Stratford Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon, or Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel, Walton

Day 10: Stratford-upon-Avon - Tour Ends

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Savour the Scenic Wonders of Britain Sleepy villages where sheep wander the grassy hillsides, lakes set amidst mountains that inspired centuries of literature, and cities thriving with arts and culture — these are the landscapes of Britain. Discover them all on this journey through England, Scotland and Wales. Warm yourself by the fire in a historic castle. Be whisked by train from London to the medieval city of York. Soak up the pastoral landscapes of the Cotswolds. Walk in the footsteps of William Shakespeare and enjoy dinner at Hall’s Croft, a 400-year-old Shakespeare-family home. Explore London and Edinburgh.

Personalize your tour with a choice of included excursions in Stratford and Edinburgh. Experience the wonder of Stonehenge.

For full itinerary or for tour details visit gocollette.com/winter

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Average winter temperature, length of day and precipitation December Edinburgh 4˚C 7.9Hrs 60mm York 4˚C 8.2Hrs 50mm London 5˚C 8.6Hrs 70mm

January Edinburgh 4˚C 8.5Hrs 50mm York 4˚C 8.8Hrs 60mm London 4˚C 9.2Hrs 70mm

Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 Double May 4, 13, 18, 20 $3649 May 27 $3789 June 1, 10, 17 $3789 July 6, 13, 20, 22, 27 $3789 August 3, 5, 12, 19 $4059 August 29 $3789 September 2, 5, 9, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23, 26 $3789 September 30 $3519

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February Edinburgh 4˚C 10.3Hrs 40mm York 4˚C 10.5Hrs 40mm London 5˚C 10.6Hrs 50mm

October 5, 7, 12, 14 October 19, 26 November 2, 4

$3519 $3379 $3249

February – April 2018 February 22 March 8, 13, 15 April 5, 7, 12, 14 April 21, 26

Double $3249 $3249 $3519 $3649

27%

($1130 PER PERSON) When travelling November 2017 & January 2018.

Off-Season Dates

Double

November 30, 2017* January 25, 2018*

$2929 $2929

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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London & Paris 8 Days, 9 Meals from $2929 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: London, England - Tour Begins Grange Tower Hotel or Grange City Hotel, London

Day 3: London Grange Tower Hotel or Grange City Hotel, London

Day 4: London Grange Tower Hotel or Grange City Hotel, London

Two Amazing Cities. One Tour.

Day 5: London - Eurostar Train - Paris, France

Anyone who has ever been to London and Paris will tell you they are amazing cities. We offer a

Marriott Rive Gauche, Paris

leisurely tour during anytime of year. Yet the winter months allow you to slow down even more and

Day 6: Paris

savour the best of each. All of the top sights are included, as well as plenty of free time for your own

Marriott Rive Gauche, Paris

discoveries. See Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben and St. Paul’s Cathedral. You

Day 7: Paris

choose to explore the Churchill War Rooms or Westminster Abbey. Cross the channel on the high-

Marriott Rive Gauche, Paris

speed Eurostar Train, where you will dine at the Eiffel Tower and cruise the River Seine at night. Your

Day 8: Paris - Tour Ends

trip would not be complete without a thrilling dinner and cabaret show at the Paradis Latin Cabaret.

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January 5˚C 8.6Hrs 70mm 6˚C 9Hrs 58mm

Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 May 3, 10 May 17, 24 June 7, 14, 21, 28 July 5, 12, 19, 26 July 12, 19 August 2, 9, 16 August 22

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London Paris

Double $3519 $3589 $3789 $3319 $3789 $3319 $3789

February 4˚C 9.2Hrs 70mm 5˚C 9.4Hrs 51mm

London 5˚C 10.6Hrs 50mm Paris 6˚C 10.8Hrs 41mm

September 6, 13, 20, 27 October 4, 11 October 18, 25 November 1, 8

$3789 $3649 $3519 $3379

March – April 2018 March 7 March 14, 21 April 4, 11, 18, 25

Double $3379 $3519 $3649

22%

($860 PER PERSON) When travelling between January & February 2018.

Off-Season Dates

Double

January 24, 2018* February 21, 2018*

$2929 $2929

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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Spain’s Classics 11 Days, 14 Meals from $2659 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Madrid, Spain - Tour Begins Hotel Melia Galgos, Madrid

Day 3: Madrid - Royal Palace - Toledo - Madrid Hotel Melia Galgos, Madrid

Day 4: Madrid - Cordoba - Seville Hotel Melia Sevilla or Melia Lebreros, Seville

Day 5: Seville Hotel Melia Sevilla or Melia Lebreros, Seville

Day 6: Seville - Granada Hotel Melia Granada, Granada

Day 7: Granada - Valencia Hotel Tryp Oceanic or AC Valencia, Valencia

Day 8: Valencia - Lladro - Paella Experience - Valencia Hotel Tryp Oceanic or AC Valencia, Valencia

Day 9: Valencia - Barcelona Hotel Colon, Crowne Plaza Fira Center or Gallery Hotel, Barcelona

Day 10: Barcelona Hotel Colon, Crowne Plaza Fira Center or Gallery Hotel, Barcelona

Day 11: Barcelona - Tour Ends

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Revel in the Royalty of Spanish Culture Experience Spain’s colourful pageant of art, history and culture. Set against a backdrop that spans sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges, this stunning destination is dotted with white pueblos, and groves of oranges and olives. Explore the priceless treasures of the Royal Palace, Europe’s 2nd largest palace. Visit the exotic and expansive Alhambra palace, resplendent with Moorish regal flair. See the Cathedral of Seville, the 3rd largest in the world.

Enjoy reserved seating at a flamenco show and feel the passion of this famous dance. Explore Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Granada, Cordoba and Toledo. Become part of an authentic “paella experience,” and learn how this rice dish is made and where it originated. Marvel at Valencia’s “City of Arts & Sciences.” See how precious Lladro figurines are made by hand. View Antonio Gaudi’s architectural masterpieces, including La Sagrada Famila. Spain beckons.

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22%

($790 PER PERSON)

Madrid 7˚C 11.2Hrs 40mm Seville 12˚C 11.3Hrs 54mm Barcelona 10˚C 11.1Hrs 29mm

Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 May 2, 20, 27 June 17, 24 July 8, 15 August 26 September 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28

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Double $3249 $3249 $3109 $3449 $3449

When travelling in February 2018.

October 5, 12, 14, 21 November 2, 4, 9 March – April 2018 March 10 March 17 April 7, 14, 19, 26

$3449 $3179 Double $3049 $3179 $3449

Off-Season Dates

Double

February 24, 2018*

$2659

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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Sunny Portugal 10 Days, 14 Meals from $1849 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Cascais, Portugal - Tour Begins Hotel Vila Gale, Cascais

Day 3: Cascais - Lisbon - Cascais Hotel Vila Gale, Cascais

Day 4: Cascais - Sintra - Obidos Fatima - Cascais Hotel Vila Gale, Cascais

Day 5: Cascais - Evora - Monsaraz Alentejo Hotel Clube de Campo & Country Resort, Beja, Alentejo

Day 6: Alentejo - Sagres - Lagos Algarve Hotel Vila Gale Lagos, Algarve

Day 7: Algarve Hotel Vila Gale Lagos, Algarve

Day 8: Algarve - Faro - São Brás de Alportel - Algarve Hotel Vila Gale Lagos, Algarve

Day 9: Algarve - Azeitao - Lisbon Turim Marques Pombal Hotel, Lisbon

Day 10: Lisbon - Tour Ends

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Be Swept Away on the Portuguese Riviera Warm your soul. Explore sunny Portugal, with its miles of dramatic shoreline and legacy of global discovery. Enjoy a three-night stay in the beautiful resort town of Cascais. Savour time to meander its narrow cobblestone streets, oceanfront promenade and quaint bay area. In Evora, step inside a medieval walled city with Roman ruins. Travel to Portugal’s scenic “Silver Coast,” dotted with charming villages and castles. Enjoy a sense of country life with an overnight stay in the heart of Alentejo’s farms and vineyards. Find a wealth of Portuguese hand-made crafts like the famed azulejo hand painted tiles and unique items made of cork. Indulge in Portugal’s fresh cuisine and wines during an interactive cooking class and two winery tours. Be swept away by the melancholy Fado tunes. Explore Algarve’s soft sandy beaches and classic fishing villages.

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Average winter temperature, length of day and precipitation December Cascais Alentejo Lagos

January 12˚C 11.2Hrs 107mm 10˚C 9.3Hrs 83mm 13˚C 11.3Hrs 101mm

Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 May 12, 19 June 9 September 8, 12 September 19, 26, 29 October 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 27 October 31 November 3, 7, 10

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Cascais Alentejo Lagos

Double $2439 $2569 $2779 $2569 $2509 $2299 $2299

February 12˚C 11.2Hrs 107mm 9˚C 9.5Hrs 86mm 11˚C 11.3Hrs 99mm

February – April 2018 February 23 March 2, 9, 13, 16 April 6, 13, 17, 27

Cascais 11˚C 11.2Hrs 97mm Alentejo 10˚C 11.3Hrs 62mm Lagos 13˚C 11.3Hrs 77mm

Double $2239 $2299 $2439

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33%

($930 PER PERSON) When travelling between December 2017 to February 2018.

Off-Season Dates

Double

December 1, 2017* January 26, 2018* February 16, 2018*

$1849 $1849 $1989

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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Discover Croatia, Slovenia & the Adriatic Coast 12 Days, 15 Meals from $2459 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Opatija, Croatia - Tour Begins Bristol Hotel, Opatija

Day 3: Opatija Bristol Hotel, Opatija

Day 4: Opatija - Plitvice Lakes Jezero Hotel, Plitvice

Day 5: Plitvice Lakes - Dubrovnik Valamar Lacroma Resort or Valamar President Hotel, Dubrovnik

Day 6: Dubrovnik Valamar Lacroma Resort or Valamar President Hotel, Dubrovnik

Day 7: Dubrovnik Valamar Lacroma Resort or Valamar President Hotel, Dubrovnik

Day 8: Dubrovnik - Split Hotel Atrium, Split

Day 9: Split - Ljubljana, Slovenia Hotel Lev, Ljubljana

Day 10: Ljubljana - Lake Bled Ljubljana Hotel Lev, Ljubljana

Day 11: Ljubljana - Zagreb, Croatia Sheraton Hotel, Zagreb

Day 12: Zagreb - Tour Ends

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A Wondrous European Escape Medieval architecture, tranquil lakes, local villages, snowcapped peaks in the distance and Croatian charm will delight you on this tour featuring Dubrovnik, Lake Bled, Ljubljana, and the pearls of the stunning Dalmatian Coast. Begin your exploration with two nights in Opatija, the “Riviera of Croatia” and an Istrian gem. Explore Plitvice National Park by foot and by boat, a place where waterfalls cascade down sheer cliffs connecting 16 pristine lakes. Connect with the local people during a homehosted dinner. Explore the white stone buildings, winding alleys, and massive city walls of the ancient harbour town, Dubrovnik. Step inside Diocletian’s Palace and back into Roman times in Split’s old town. Explore Ljubljana, Slovenia’s quaint capital city, and float on a “pletna” boat on serene Lake Bled.

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January 0˚C 9.3Hrs 50mm 8˚C 9.5Hrs 113mm 9˚C 9.6Hrs 178mm

Peak Season Dates May – October 2017 May 6, 13, 20, 27 June 10, 24 July 8, 15, 22 August 12, 26 September 2, 9 September 12, 16, 19, 23 September 30 October 7, 14

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Ljubljana Split Dubrovnik

Double $3249 $3249 $3449 $3449 $3449 $3249 $3109 $3109

($990 PER PERSON)

February -1˚C 9.7Hrs 40mm 7˚C 9.9Hrs 80mm 7˚C 10Hrs 139mm

March – April 2018 March 10 April 7, 21 April 28

Ljubljana 0˚C 10.9Hrs 40mm Split 7˚C 11Hrs 65mm Dubrovnik 8˚C 11Hrs 125mm

Double $2839 $2979 $3109

28% When travelling between November 2017 to February 2018.

Off-Season Dates

Double

November 4, 2017* December 2, 2017* January 27, 2018* February 17, 2018*

$2459 $2459 $2459 $2459

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

It’s a wonderful time to travel.

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Imperial Cities 11 Days, 14 Meals from $2189 Day 1: Overnight Flight Day 2: Prague, Czech Republic - Tour Begins Hotel Yasmin, Prague

Day 3: Prague Hotel Yasmin, Prague

Day 4: Prague Hotel Yasmin, Prague

Day 5: Prague - Cesky Krumlov Vienna, Austria Hotel Am Konzerthaus MGallery Collection, Imperial Riding School Renaissance Hotel or Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier, Vienna

Day 6: Vienna Hotel Am Konzerthaus MGallery Collection, Imperial Riding School Renaissance Hotel or Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier, Vienna

Day 7: Vienna - Danube River - Melk - Vienna Hotel Am Konzerthaus MGallery Collection, Imperial Riding School Renaissance Hotel or Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier, Vienna

Day 8: Vienna - Bratislava, Slovakia Budapest, Hungary NH Budapest, Budapest

Day 9: Budapest NH Budapest, Budapest

Day 10: Budapest - Szentendre Visegrad - Budapest NH Budapest, Budapest

Day 11: Budapest - Tour Ends

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Bask in Splendour and Romance Bask in the splendour and romance with 3-night stays in each of Europe’s Imperial Cities: Prague, Vienna and Budapest. In Prague, walk the Golden Lane, a delightful neighbourhood of tiny, medieval houses. Delight in the baroque marvels of Vienna’s Schoenbrunn Palace, the summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty for more than 200 years. Visit a 14th-century Hungarian castle where knights recreate the days of chivalry. Soak up the culture of the region with included guided city excursions and through your own explorations on your days at leisure. Cruise the Danube River through the beautiful scenery of the Wachau Valley to the famous Abbey at Melk.

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Peak Season Dates May – November 2017 May 1, 8, 15 June 5, 12, 19 July 10, 17, 24, 31 August 21 August 28 September 1, 4, 11, 13, 15, 18, 25 October 2, 9

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($720 PER PERSON)

February

Prague -1˚C 9.3Hrs 20mm Vienna 1˚C 9.5Hrs 21mm Budapest 0˚C 9.6Hrs 40mm

Double $2909 $2909 $2779 $2779 $2839 $2909 $2909

24% When travelling between January 2018 to February 2018.

Prague -1˚C 10.7Hrs 10mm Vienna 3˚C 10.8Hrs 29mm Budapest 1˚C 10.8Hrs 30mm

October 16, 23 November 6, 27

$2779 $2639

March – April 2018 March 12 April 2, 9 April 16, 23

Double $2509 $2779 $2909

Off-Season Dates

Double

January 22, 2018* February 19, 2018*

$2189 $2189

Rates are land only, per person and in Canadian dollars.

Call about additional dates. *Value Season Departures: These select off-season dates allow you to experience more for less. Plus, you’ll enjoy smaller crowds.

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Frequently Asked Questions Accommodations What is the difference between a twin room and a double room?

In certain countries, hotel rooms tend to be smaller than Canadian standard accommodations. A double room is designed to accommodate two people, but may not have two separate beds. A twin bedded room has two separate beds of any size, and is the type most commonly utilized.

What size is a triple room? A triple room is the same size as a twin bedded room and beds will accommodate three people, but we cannot guarantee that there will be three separate beds.

If there are only two beds, a rollaway may be requested but cannot be guaranteed due to size of room and fire codes. Please inquire at time of reservation.

Can my children travel on tour? Children over the age of 5 may travel on a Collette tour accompanied by an adult. Child land rates are valid for ages 5-12, sharing a room with two fullpaying adults.

Are single and triple rooms always available? On many tours, triple and single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Be advised that single rooms are often smaller.

When can I check into my hotel? Due to early arrival times into some cities, rooms may not always be available for immediate check-in.

Air Can Collette book our airline reservations? Collette is happy to assist you in accommodating your flight needs. Due to tour scheduling and limited availability, you are strongly encouraged to take advantage of Collette’s air packages. We are not responsible for air arrangements you have made on your own. On occasion, it is necessary to change tour dates. In this case, we can only protect air reservations booked through Collette. For all air reservations, it is strongly recommended to reconfirm flights before departure, in the event that the airline has an unexpected schedule change. We cannot assume responsibility for schedule changes, routings or flight cancellations involving the airlines. Not all airlines offer pre-assigned seats. Some charge a fee for seats which will be at the guests’ expense. Where pre-assigned seats are not offered, the guests must contact the airline directly to arrange seat assignments.

Attractions & Sightseeing Are attractions always available? Access to some attractions or Collette Foundation sites may be affected by the observance of holidays, weather conditions or other circumstances. As a result, the days and order of sightseeing may change to best utilize your time on tour. Boat rides are weather permitting. Some attractions may not be available during the “off-season” months. When attractions are unavailable, other similar attractions will be substituted. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

Are all theatre performances suitable for children? Some theatre performances may be unsuitable for children – consult your tour manager.

Documentation Do I need a passport? Government-issued identification is required for all air travel. A valid passport is required for all trips outside Canada. All passengers should check with the appropriate foreign consulate for entry and validity requirements. We recommend that your passport has seven months validity, and at least 3 blank pages. Passports and visas are the responsibility of each client.

In South Africa, children are required to have a passport as well as additional documentation to travel with you into and out of the country. Please consult the South African Embassy for the current specific requirements related to your travel dates.

If travelling internationally with a child under the age of 18, please check directly with the airline for the legal documentation that is required. It is the sole responsibility of the guest to procure the proper documentation to travel and many requirements vary by airline and destination. Collette will not be responsible for costs incurred for missed flights or canceled tours where a guest fails to secure proper documentation.

Extending Your Stay Can I extend my tour to see more of a region? Yes! You may enhance your tour by purchasing either an extension or pre/post hotel stays, offered on select tours. Extensions may be “hosted” rather than escorted. When hosted, passengers will be greeted upon arrival by a local tour manager who will provide all included services and be available on-call during the duration of the extension. A minimum number of passengers may be required to operate some extensions.

Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request.

Collette also offers pre and post hotel nights before and/or after a tour for you to explore the destination independently. Should you purchase additional nights, please be advised that your Tour Manager will not be available during this time.

Extras What is not included in the tour price? The land price does not include air travel, airline fees, airport or departure taxes, transfers, visas, customary end-of-trip gratuities for your tour manager, driver, local guides, hotel housekeepers, cruise ship waitstaff, and any incidental charges.

Late Bookings Do you accept late bookings? Tour sales normally close 7 days prior to departure. All late bookings are on request and must be guaranteed with a credit card if within 60 days of departure date.

On-Tour Experience Where do I meet my Tour Manager? Your tour will begin at your first hotel. The Tour Manager will make contact with you at the hotel and will provide details relating to your tour. The hotel’s address and phone number will be included in your documents.

Can I prepurchase optional excursions/activities? Yes, the majority of optional excursions and activities are available for advance purchase for applicable tours provided that you make your options purchase prior to 15 days of the tour departure. Collette makes it convenient to reserve presold options by visiting our website for a full listing of activities and excursions or when your reservation is made with our reservations staff. In addition, there are benefits to prepurchasing options including a price guarantee once your tour is paid in full. So, while the cost of an optional activity may change from the time you book your tour, once payment is received in full, your preselected options are guaranteed by Collette at their original price. Although you can still purchase options while on tour, reserving them ahead of time ensures you a spot in the event that the activity sells out. Collette will provide a refund if you cancel a presold option prior to tour departure. Any presold options cancelled while on tour are nonrefundable.

Revisions/Changes Would my tour date ever be changed? While it is unlikely, Collette does reserve the right to cancel a tour prior to departure. Should this happen, Collette will make every effort to put you on another departure date. If an alternate cannot be found, a full refund will be made. Air booked through Collette will be protected. We cannot be held responsible for penalties incurred if you have secured your own air.

Can I make changes to my reservation? Should you decide to change your reservation after initial booking, a handling fee of $25 per transaction will be charged. A change of tour date, tour itinerary or passenger name, within the guidelines of the cancellation policy, will be treated as a cancellation and regular cancellation fees may apply. Revisions to air tickets are subject to the rules and regulations of the airline. See our Cancellation Policy for more details.

Transfers Are airport and hotel transfers available? Roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers are provided for all passengers who purchase airfare through Collette. These transfers do not apply to preand post-night stays. Passengers who do not purchase airfare through Collette can purchase arrival and departure transfers from Collette. Some restrictions may apply. All transfers leave at prescheduled times.

Are airport transfers available for pre/post hotel stays?

All passengers who purchase pre and post hotel nights through Collette may also purchase transfers to/from the airport and the pre or post hotel. Please inquire at time of booking.

What is Roundtrip Home to Airport Sedan Service? It’s your ticket to and from the airport. This service is available for all air-inclusive tour bookings. This personalized service is included when you reside within a 100 km radius of the airport.* Please confirm at time of booking. Not valid on group travel. * One transfer per room booking. Additional stops are not permitted on route. Other restrictions apply; call for details.

Travel Loyalty What is Travel Loyalty by Collette or TLC? It allows you to automatically receive a $150 travel credit for each trip you take.† It’s our way of saying thank you for making us your #1 choice in guided travel. Be sure to enroll in TLC to take advantage of this benefit. † Full credit is valid for your next tour when you travel within 12 months of the original trip. $100 of the credit remains valid for travel within 13-24 months, and the entire credit expires 24 months after the original trip.

Important Reservation Information (Visit gocollette.com/terms for complete terms and conditions)

Land Rates Land rates are on a per person, double occupancy basis. Availability of departures at the prices noted in the brochure is limited. Government taxes and fees are additional. For current prices, please see our website atgocollette.com. Land rates are guaranteed at the time that the deposit is received by Collette.

Payments Land Package Deposit • A $250 non-refundable deposit is due with your land only reservation.

• For Antarctica and Cruises only reservations, a non-refundable $500 deposit is required. An additional $1,000 is due 180 days prior to departure for Antarctica.

Air Inclusive Package Deposit • A $500 non-refundable deposit is due with your air inclusive reservation. If you purchase our Travel Protection Plan, the air inclusive deposit required is only $250 plus the cost of the Travel Protection Plan.

• For Antarctica and Cruise air inclusive reservations, a non-refundable $750 deposit is required. If you purchase our Travel Protection Plan, the air inclusive deposit required is only $500 plus the cost of the Travel Protection Plan. An additional $1,000 is due 180 days prior to departure for Antarctica.

Instant Purchase Air • If you have selected Instant Purchase Air, the deposit required is the full cost of the airfare plus a $500 deposit (or $250 with the Travel Protection Plan), all of which is non-refundable Should you decide to purchase our per-person Travel Protection Plan, you must do so at the time of booking. Payment of this Plan includes the Pre-Departure Cancellation Fee Waiver which protects you from penalties in the event you have to cancel your entire tour package for any reason up to the day prior to departure (see Part A in our terms on our website for more details). If you originally purchased nonrefundable airline tickets, Part B of the Travel Protection Plan may provide a refund for the airline tickets, taxes, or fees in the event of a cancellation for a covered reason (see Part B in our terms on our website for more details). The balance is due 60 days before departure on all tours, except cruises.The balance is due 120 days before departure for cruises.

All payments of deposit, purchase price and Travel Protection Plan fees may be made by charging to your MasterCard, Visa, or American Express (card imprint and signature required) or by sending a cheque or money order made payable to “Collette.” Payment may also be made online at https:// reservations.gocollette.com/payment.aspx?co=CAD TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS PLEASE CONTACT: Collette: 1-800-468-5955 reservations@gocollette.com PLEASE SEND PAYMENTS TO: Collette, 40 Queen Street South, Mississauga, ON L5M 1K3 Attn: Accounts Receivable Revision Fees Upon receipt of your itinerary, you must review it and report any discrepancies to Collette immediately in order to avoid any supplier incurred penalties. A handling fee of $25.00 per transaction will be assessed for any change or revision made to a reservation. A change of departure date within 11 months of the departure date will be treated as a cancellation, and cancellation charges will apply.

Cancellation Charges Both cancellations of confirmed bookings and transfers to new travel dates will result in penalties and fees assessed by travel suppliers. If you have not purchased our Travel Protection Plan, and you need to transfer or cancel for any reason prior to departure, the following cancellation fees will be assessed on your land or cruise product. Air is 100% nonrefundable once paid in full. If cancelled prior to being paid in full, the following cancellation fees will also apply to air.

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(*See cancellation and unused services Travel Protection Plan fees and exceptions): • More than 60 days prior to departure: a nonrefundable deposit will be retained.

• 60 - 16 days prior to departure: 30% of land or cruise price • 15 - 1 day prior to departure: 50% of land or cruise price • Day of departure and after: 100% of land or cruise price Exceptions: Ocean Cruises: • More than 90 days prior to departure, a nonrefundable deposit will be retained.

• 90 - 61 days prior to departure: 35% of land or cruise price • 60 - 31 days prior to departure: 60% of land or cruise price • 30 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of land or cruise price River Cruises: including Europe, Russia, Egypt and China • More than 90 days prior to departure, a nonrefundable deposit will be retained.

• 90 - 61 days prior to departure: 50% of land or cruise price • 60 - 31 days prior to departure: 85% of land or cruise price • 30 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of land or cruise price Galapagos & Antarctica: • More than 120 days prior to departure: nonrefundable deposits will be retained.

• 120 - 90 days prior to departure: 60% of land or cruise price • 89 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of land or cruise price * Instant Purchase air and its associated taxes, fees and surcharges are 100% nonrefundable at time of reservation.

Upon cancellation of transportation or travel services where you, the client, are not at fault and have not cancelled in violation of these terms and conditions, you will be refunded 100%.

Collette’s Travel Protection Plan Payment of a Per Person Travel Protection Plan Fee guarantees a full refund of all payments (including deposit), except the Travel Protection Plan Fee itself, made to Collette for travel arrangements in case of cancellation of your travel plans for any reason prior to the day of departure. The Travel Protection Plan Fee with Air only covers airline tickets you have purchased from Collette. Exception: If you originally purchased nonrefundable airline tickets, the Travel Protection Plan does not provide a refund for the airline tickets, taxes or fees, in the event of a cancellation. Collette’s Travel Protection Plan protects you from penalties in the event you have a need to cancel your entire inclusive tour package up to the day prior to departure. The Travel Protection Plan does not indemnify you from penalties if you choose to cancel partial tour components or air. If you choose to partially cancel your tour, you will be responsible for a revision fee as well as any penalties that are incurred at the time of the cancellation. Visit gocollette.com/terms for Complete TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN Terms and Conditions Airfare For your convenience, we offer airfare for purchase with all tour packages. If you purchase an air-inclusive program, your airfare will be quoted exclusive of all fuel, taxes and fees.

Your rates are subject to change until paid in full. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight or departure date.

Instant Purchase nonrefundable airfare includes roundtrip airport/hotel transfers (excluding pre- or post-days and extensions). If you have selected Instant Purchase nonrefundable air, you are required to pay the full air cost in addition to the $250 deposit at time of booking (all of which is nonrefundable). If you purchase the Travel Protection Plan, the Instant Purchase nonrefundable airfare may be covered, if you cancel your trip for a covered reason (see Part B for more details).

Tickets will be issued immediately and once issued are nonrefundable; you may only be changed for a fee up to $300 plus any difference in airfare for travel in the following 12 months; specific fees and policies may vary by airline. These tickets include an administration fee and roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers, of which both hold no airline reissue value. Once issued, there can be no fluctuation in price due to an increase in government taxes or in airline fuel surcharges.

Therefore, any such fees or airport-to-hotel transfers are not refundable under any circumstances.

Aircraft Cabin Disinsection Disclaimer Some countries may require aircraft cabin insecticide treatment for inbound foreign flights. Information about aircraft disinsection requirements and a list of countries requiring such disinsection are available online at http:// www.dot.gov/office-policy/aviation-policy/aircraft-disinsection-requirements.

Currency Unless specified otherwise, all statements of or references to dollar amounts in these terms and conditions are to lawful money of Canada.

Proof of Citizenship: Passports & Visas Documentation is required by foreign governments for all trips outside Canada. Clients/passengers should check with the appropriate foreign consulate/ embassy for entry requirements, including whether you need to obtain a visa before entering your destination country and, if you do need to get a visa, its cost and timing. Please remember that the possession of valid passports and necessary visas are the responsibility of each client/passenger. If you would like assistance in ensuring you have the proper visa(s) for your trip outside of Canada, we would be happy to refer you to a company that can assist you.

Travel Conditions There may be different living standards and practices and different standards and conditions with respect to the provision of services and accommodations outside of Canada.

Baggage Disclaimer Although every effort is made to handle passengers’ luggage as carefully as possible, Collette is not responsible for and does not assume liability or accept claims for loss of or damage to luggage due to breakage, theft or wear and tear through airline/airport, hotel and group carrier handling. It is recommended for your own self-interest and protection that you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Check with your sales agent for low-cost insurance to cover these risks.

Checked Baggage Charges: Some airlines impose additional charges if you choose to check baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website for detailed information regarding your airline’s checked baggage policies. Please be advised there is a $25 USD/CAD charge (per piece) for checked baggage on most transborder flights between U.S. & Canada. This is a fee levied by the airlines, not Collette, and may be subject to change.

Travellers Needing Special Assistance You must report any disability requiring special attention to Collette at the time your booking is made.* Collette will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the special needs of tour participants. It is strongly recommended that persons requiring assistance be accompanied by a companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the assistance. None of Collette, its employees and personnel, and its suppliers, may physically lift or assist clients into transportation vehicles. If a traveller thinks he or she might need assistance during a trip, he or she should call Collette to determine what assistance

might reasonably be given. Collette cannot provide special individual assistance to tour members with special needs for walking, dining or other routine activities. *To request a wheelchair accessible room on a cruise, the traveller or person sharing the room must have a recognized disability that alters a major life function and requires the use of a mobility device and the use of the accessible features provided in the wheelchair accessible stateroom.

Holiday and Museum Closures Museum visits and personal shopping time may be disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances or many religious, state and local holidays observed throughout the world.

Motorcoach Washrooms Most motorcoaches used on our tours are equipped with washrooms (except safari vehicles, exotic locations, and some of our Explorations tours). These are typically for emergency use, as we make plenty of comfort stops, allowing you the opportunity to use public restrooms and/or stretch your legs.

Maps and Photos Maps shown on tour pages are current at the time of printing and may not reflect actual tour routing should the tour change. Photos shown on tour pages are reflective of the area(s) visited, but may not be included in the actual tour itinerary.

Explanation of Responsibilities and Tour Conditions for Collette Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recommended to participate on tour. Please contact your local travel clinic or personal physician for specific details on the destinations you are traveling to and from. Any person reserving or purchasing any Collette product published in this brochure accepts the condition that Collette reserves to itself the exclusive right to change or cancel itineraries, hotels, and other tour components whenever it is deemed necessary. If this occurs, every effort will be made to offer alternate dates and/or programs. Published times on itineraries are as accurate as possible but subject to change due to traffic, weather, mechanical and any other conditions beyond Collette’s control that prevent Collette from operating as scheduled. Collette expressly disclaims any liability for any damages that may be incurred for any changes, cancellations or delays on any itinerary on any Collette tour.

All rates on foreign tours are subject to fluctuations of currency and may be changed when necessary without advance notice prior to deposit. All rates published are per person basis as indicated and are based on double occupancy when only one rate is shown. Reservations will be accepted subject to availability at the time of a request and will be considered confirmed only upon receipt of a minimum deposit. Child land rates are available and are valid for ages 5-12, sharing a room with two full-paying adults. Collette does not accept liability in the case of any passenger being denied boarding by any airline carrier due to the carrier’s overbooking of a flight.

All cancellation charges, fees and refunds for any tour within this brochure are in effect as of the effective date as indicated below and supersede any other previously printed policies relating to these same charges.

GENERAL DISCLAIMER None of Collette Tours Canada, Ltd., its affiliated entities, subsidiary companies and its and their respective employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, representatives, agents, and assigns (collectively “Collette”), own or operate any person or entity which is to or does provide goods or services for these trips and tours. Collette acts only as agent for the airlines, hotels, bus companies, railroads, tour operators, cruise lines, car rental companies and other contractors providing accommodations, transportation or other suppliers (the “suppliers”). All such services are furnished by suppliers that are independent of, and do not act for or on behalf of, or in the name of Collette, are not servants of Collette and with whom Collette is not a partner or joint venture partner. Because none maintains any control over the personnel, equipment, or operations of the suppliers, Collette assumes no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for any loss, costs, expense, personal injury, death, property damage or other loss, accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of (1) any wrongful, negligent, willful or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any of the suppliers or their respective employees and agents, including delays or cancellation of services, cessation of operations, changes in fares, itineraries or schedules, (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment, or instrument owned, operated or otherwise used by any of the suppliers, and/or (3) any wrongful, willful or negligent act or omission on the part of any other party not under the supervision and control of Collette.

Additionally, responsibility is not accepted for loss, cost or expenses due to sickness, lack of appropriate medical facilities or practitioners, weather, strikes, theft or other criminal acts, computer problems, acts of God, dangers incident to sea, fire, acts of government or other authorities, war, acts of terrorism, civil unrest, riots, pilferage, epidemics, quarantines, other disease, climatic aberrations or other such causes beyond Collette’s control. All services and accommodations are subject to the terms and conditions specified by the suppliers and the laws of the country in which they are provided. Collette reserves the right to make changes in the published itinerary whenever, in their sole judgment, conditions warrant, or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of any tour. Collette reserves the right to withdraw any tour announced. Both Collette and the suppliers reserve the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require any participant to withdraw from the tour at any time, when such action is determined by the tour manager to be in the best interests of the health, safety, and general welfare of the tour group or of the individual participant. Neither does Collette accept liability for any carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable airline or other ticket to the tour departure city and return or otherwise. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the owner at all times. Participants may be photographed for the promotional purposes of Collette.

You, the client, agree to the terms and conditions set forth in any and all brochures or advertisements describing any tour, cruise, accommodations, transportation and other services, and to any and all conditions set out in documents for any such services, including, without limitation, all cancellation fees.

No employee of Collette has authority to vary these terms and conditions.

Payment of the deposit to Collette constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions.

Consumer Protection Plans Collette is a member of the following organizations: the National Tour Association, the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), the Alliance of Canadian Travel Associations, the Travel Industry Council of Ontario, and the Association of British Travel Agents. Some of these associations operate a consumer protection plan to cover deposits placed with any tour operator member. In the case of USTOA, the consumer protection bond is $1 million. Full details are available from these organizations or Collette. Collette is pleased to give this additional protection to our clients.

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PORTUGAL

Located on the western coast of Europe, Portugal offers travellers many delights.

You’ll find seemingly never-ending beaches, a rich culture, vibrant cities and charming villages. You will also find amazing culinary treasures, including Portugal’s world-renowned wines. No matter what you seek, when you go, where you look or how long you stay, Portugal offers something for every traveller.

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MAKE PORTUGAL YOUR NEXT GREAT Sunny Portugal

10 Days • 14 Meals (see page 28) Estoril Coast, Alentejo & Algarve Highlights Cascais • Lisbon • Fado Dinner Show • Sintra • Obidos • Fatima • Evora • Monsaraz • Alentejo Countryside Stay • Sagres • Lagos • Faro • Algarve • Cork Factory • Azeitao • 2 Winery Tours

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Portugal & Its Islands featuring the Estoril Coast, Azores & Madeira Islands 13 Days • 18 Meals

Madrid, Seville & Lisbon featuring the AVE High-Speed Train, Cordoba & Evora 10 Days • 13 Meals

Spain’s Costa del Sol & The Portuguese Riviera 13 Days • 17 Meals

Spain’s Classics & Portugal 14 Days • 19 Meals

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