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Great Destinations 2008 Greece Italy Cyprus Central & Eastern Europe Austria • Croatia Czech Republic • Hungary Germany • Poland Russia • Slovenia
Israel Egypt Jordan Morocco
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Dear Traveler, Homeric Tours makes it easy to experience the Great Destinations of Europe and the Mediterranean. Since 1969, Homeric Tours has set the industry standard providing great vacations. Long established as the leader in travel to Greece and the Mediterranean, we have expanded our reach over the last 39 years to include more destinations and products. Our traditions of innovative tours, quality products at affordable prices and excellent service will make for a memorable vacation whether it is an Egyptian Escape, an Italian Escapade, a Marrakech Delight in Morocco or exploring the Imperial Cities of Europe. With so many beautiful destinations to explore and so many ways to discover them, you will find the perfect vacation. We want to welcome you to share the experience. Nikos Tsakanikas President Fireworks over Prague, Czech Republic
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Table of Contents GREECE For our complete 2008 GREECE brochure, call us at 800-2235570 or visit www.HomericTours.com.
CYPRUS CYPRUS DELIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 IRRESISTIBLE CYPRUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 DISCOVERY OF CYPRUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
ITALY TASTE OF ITALY - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ITALIAN ESCAPADE - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ITALIAN CLASSICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ROMANTIC HOLIDAYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 NEW! ROMA AND ATHENA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 HOMERIC DELIGHT - Venice & 7 Day Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 MEDITERRANEAN RHAPSODY - Italy, Greece, Turkey . . . . . . .18 NEW! SICILY ON YOUR OWN - Fly & Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 NEW! ITALY YOUR WAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21
CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE NEW! IMPERIAL HIGHLIGHTS - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 GRAND CAPITALS - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 EASTERN EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . .25 TASTE OF RUSSIA - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 DALMATIAN SUNSHINE - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 NEW! ZAGREB TO VENICE - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
EGYPT EGYPTIAN ESCAPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 EGYPTIAN DELIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 PALACES OF EGYPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-33 NEW! NILE WONDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 NILE VOYAGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 NILE EXPLORER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37 EGYPT & GREECE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39 EXTENSIONS - Egypt, Jordan, Greece . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-41
JORDAN JORDANIAN WONDERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 JORDANIAN DELIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 DISCOVERY OF JORDAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 EXTENSIONS - Egypt, Israel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
MOROCCO IMPERIAL CITIES - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 NEW! IMPERIAL CITIES WITH RIADS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 BIG SOUTH & KASBAHS - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 DISCOVERY OF MOROCCO - Escorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 NEW! MARRAKECH DELIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 NEW! MOROCCAN JEWELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 CITY COMBINATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TRAVEL INSURANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 TRAVEL TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 TOUR CONDITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Just the Facts $1 MILLION CONSUMER PROTECTION PLAN Homeric Tours, as an Active Member of USTOA, is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of customers in the unlikely event of Homeric Tours bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received. Complete details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite 2014, New York, NY 10016, or by calling USTOA at 212-599-6599, or by email to information@ustoa.com or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com
GROUP TRAVEL WITH HOMERIC TOURS Every tour in this brochure is available for groups of any size. For customized itineraries to suit any budget or interest, Homeric Tours Group Department provides highly competitive pricing and complete expert coordination for worldwide air-inclusive or land-only group travel.
YOU ARE NEVER ALONE WITH HOMERIC TOURS From Italy to Morocco, and Egypt to Russia our network of representative offices are there to assist you at all times. We are with you every step of the way whether you are traveling on an independent itinerary or on an escorted vacation.
HONEYMOON WITH HOMERIC TOURS Make your honeymoon last a lifetime on one of the many exciting and romantic Great Destinations Homeric Tours offers. Picture yourself in a gondola on a moonlit night in romantic Venice, cruising the magnificent Nile or walking hand in hand in royal Vienna. Homeric Tours makes your dream destination come true.
HOMERIC TOURS CAN CUSTOMIZE YOUR VACATION Pre & Post Extensions Homeric Tours can arrange optional pre and/or post tour extensions offered to most of the tours in this brochure.
Add More Countries Customize your tour by adding one or more countries with extensions to Greece, Israel, Jordan, Egypt.
Additional Nights If you wish to stay longer in the city where your tour starts or/and ends, we can gladly arrange additional nights.
HOMERIC TOURS OFFERS GUARANTEED DEPARTURES We guarantee the departure dates for all tours featured in our brochure. Packages are based on airline tarrifs as of September 2007 and are subject to change. Changes in airline cost will be reflected in package price. Specific airline requests may require supplement. Availability of prices in the brochure is limited, and at the time you purchase your tour, price may be higher. For current prices, please see our website www.HomericTours.com or call our toll-free number at 800-223-5570. 3
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The options are endless and the experience unforgettable! Greece, the birthplace of civilization and democracy, a land full of culture, history, beauty and warmth, offers travelers a great variety of vacation options. Greece's mainland with its diverse beauty and its impressive archaeological sites and its glorious islands with their unique architecture, endless beaches and magnificent sunsets, encompass it all for a complete vacation for all types of travelers – from honeymooners to families and seniors to students. For our complete 2008 GREECE brochure featuring 60 pages of exciting vacations, please contact us: Tel:
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Cyprus Homeric Tours proudly presents Cyprus, the birth place of the Greek goddess of beauty, Aphrodite. Cyprus, the largest Mediterranean island state and the third largest Mediterranean island, basks year-round in the light of its warm sun and has been attracting visitors from antiquity to today including such notables as Alexander the Great, the matchless Cleopatra, Apostle Paul, King Richard the Lion Hearted and Leonardo da Vinci. Come and discover for yourself the quiet treasures of Cyprus. Its Neolithic settlements, Greek temples and Roman theaters, restored Crusades castles, Venetian fortresses and early Christian monasteries, its picturesque mountain villages, beautiful beaches, unique local cuisine and renowned Cypriot wines. From independent travelers to honeymooners, archaeology lovers to friends of nature, every visitor to Cyprus finds the island irresistible. Above photo: Kykkos Monastery
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Cypriot Delight 8 Days from $1569 Including Airfare 6 Nights Lemesos Village to sample the famous Pafos delights “Loukoumia” before returning to Lemesos. (B) DAY 4, THU: LEMESOS / TROODOS MOUNTAINS / LEFKARA / LEFKOSIA / KYKKOS / LEMESOS After breakfast drive to the village of Lefkara, that is world famous for the embroidered lace work and filigree silverware. It is said that Leonardo Da Vinci visited the village and bought an altar cloth which he donated to the Milan Cathedral. Continue northwards through the outskirts of Lefkosia, the divided capital of Cyprus and into the foothills of the Troodos Mountains. Climb above the clouds to reach the highest point of Cyprus, Mt. Olympus. Continue to Kykkos Monastery, the richest in mosaics and ancient icons. Stop at a traditional village winery for free wine tasting before returning to Lemesos for overnight. (B) Mountain Village, Troodos
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, MON: USA: Depart USA for an overnight flight to Larnaka. DAY 2, TUE: LEMESOS: Arrive Larnaka. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Cyprus and transfers you to your hotel in Lemesos. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, WED: LEMESOS / PAFOS / KOURION / APHRODITE’S BIRTHPLACE / LEMESOS After breakfast board your motorcoach for your tour to Pafos. First stop is Kourion. This Greco-Roman site, sits on a cliff top high above the Mediterranean Sea and its beautiful open-air theatre offers spectacular views in all directions. Visit Aphrodite’s birthplace, where the goddess is told to have been born from the waves. Stop at the House of Dionysos and its famous mosaics, pass the ruined castle of “Forty Columns and Apostle Paul’s Pillar, where the Apostle is said to have been flanged when he and Barnabas brought Christianity to the island. Stop at the Yeroskopou
DAY 5, FRI: LEMESOS Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend your day at leisure or explore on your own this beautiful sea side town which is home to many cultural treasures. Visit Lemesos Castle, the Medieval Museum, the Folk Art Museum and the Colossi Castle. Walk on ten miles of beautiful beaches or visit the lush Municipal Gardens. (B) DAY 6, SAT: LEMESOS Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend your day at leisure. Enjoy one of the beautiful beaches of Lemesos and guests of the Le Meridien hotel can indulge themselfes in one or two day Spa treatment at the hotel Le Meridien Limassol Spa & Resort. (B) DAY 7, SUN: LEMESOS A full day at leisure. At night join the local people in restaurants and try the traditional meal, the “meze” and do not leave Cyprus without trying at least one of the many outstanding varieties of Cypriot wine. (B) DAY 8, MON: LEMESOS / LARNACA / USA After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport in Larnaca for your return flight home. Same day arrival. (B)
OPTIONAL SPA TREATMENT PACKAGES: AVAILABLE TO GUESTS OF THE LE MERIDIEN HOTEL ONLY
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ELEMIS PACKAGE
1 DAY: DURATION 4 HOURS PAMPER DAY, PRICE: $600 Supervised Thalassotherapy Program, Marine Prelude, Aromadermy Facial, Therapeutic Massage, Le Spa Healthy Lunch, Herbal Tea of the Day, Sauna/Hammam. (Lunch time is additional to package duration).
1 DAY: DURATION 4 HOURS DAY OF ESCAPE, PRICE: $800 Supervised Thalassotherapy Program, Exotic Lime & Ginger Salt Glow, Deep Tissue Massage, Skin Specifics Facial, Sole Delight Foot Treatment, Le Spa Healthy Lunch, Sauna/Hammam, Herbal Tea of the Day. (Lunch time is additional to package duration).
2 DAYS: DURATION 6 HOURS BODY & SOUL, PRICE: $750 Supervised Thalassotherapy Programs, Marine Prelude, Indian Head Massage, Aromadermy Facial, Relaxing Massage, Sauna/Hammam, Herbal Tea of the Day.
2 DAYS: DURATION 6.75 HOURS PATHWAY TO BEAUTY, PRICE: $1140 Supervised Thalassotherapy Programs, Exotic Coconut Rub & Milk Ritual Float, Aroma Spa Ocean Wrap, Deep Tissue Massage, Advance Performance Facial, Sauna/Hammam, Herbal Tea of the Day.
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 6-night hotel accommodations in Lemesos • Buffet breakfast daily • Full day tour of Pafos, Kourion and Aphrodite’s Birthplace • Full day tour of Troodos, Lefkara & Kykkos • All transfers as per itinerary • Porterage of one suitcase only per person • Assistance at the airport by our Homeric Tours representative • Hotel taxes and service charges • 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Cypriot Delight departs Mondays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Air add-ons are available from other US cities. LEMESOS MIRAMARE BEACH
LE MERIDIEN AMATHUS LIMASSOL BEACH SPA & RESORT
2008 DEPARTURES JAN 7, 14, 21, 28 $1569 $1839 $1659 FEB 4, 11, 18, 25 1569 1839 1659 MAR 3, 10, 17 1569 1839 1659 MAR 24, 31 1999 2239 2159 APR 7, 14, 21, 28 2139 2619 2279 MAY 5, 12 2139 2619 2429 MAY 19, 26 2629 2989 2919 JUN 2, 9, 16 2629 2989 2919 JUN 23, 30 2669 2929 2859 JUL 7, 14, 21 2669 2929 2859 JUL 28 2669 2929 3049 AUG 4, 11, 18, 25 2669 2929 3049 SEP 1 2669 2929 3049 SEP 8, 15, 22, 29 2239 2689 2489 OCT 6, 13, 20 2239 2689 2489 OCT 27 1789 2219 2119 NOV 3, 10, 17, 24 1789 2219 2119 DEC 1, 8 1789 2219 2119 DEC 15, 22 2019 2369 2219 DEC 29 1789 2219 2119 2009 DEPARTURES JAN 5, 12, 19, 26 1789 2219 2119 FEB 2, 9, 16, 23 1789 2219 2119 MAR 2, 9, 16 1789 2219 2119 SGL SUPPL 449 679 829 Price is per person, based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Additional nights in Lemesos are available upon request. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE) APPLY: JAN-MAR & OCT 27-DEC 11 & DEC 25-31: $650, APR-MAY15 & SEP 8-OCT 26 & DEC 12-24: $870, MAY 16-SEP 7: $1100. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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Irresistible Cyprus 8 Days from $1799 Including Airfare 3 Nights Pafos, 3 Nights Lemesos
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • • •
Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Pafos 3-night hotel accommodations in Lemesos Buffet breakfast daily Full day tour of the Mountain Villages including lunch Full day tour of Troodos, Lefkara and Kykkos All transfers as per itinerary Porterage of one suitcase only per person Assistance at the airport by our Homeric Tours representative Hotel taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
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Prices include fuel surcharges Irresistible Cyprus departs Fridays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Air add-ons are available from other US cities. PAFOS ST. GEORGE LEMESOS MIRAMARE BEACH
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Pissouri Bay, Lemessos
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Larnaka. DAY 2, SAT: PAFOS Arrive Larnaka. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Cyprus and transfers you to your hotel in Pafos. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, SUN: PAFOS / MOUNTAIN VILLAGES / PAFOS After breakfast depart for the village of Kelokedara, visiting a donkey farm, where you will have the chance to sample local wine and delicacies such as “halloumi” “sushukko” and oven breads. Take a donkey ride to the country side before arrive at the 13th century Sindi Monastery to try some seasonal fruit and relax in the tranquil atmosphere. Return to the farm for a typical BBQ meal with music and dancing. Return to Pafos for overnight. (B,L) DAY 4, MON: PAFOS Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend your day at leisure or visit on your own Kourion, the GrecoRoman site with the beautiful open air theatre, located on a cliff top, high above the Mediterranean Sea, Aphrodite’s birthplace and the House of Dionysos with its famous mosaics. (B) DAY 5, TUE: PAFOS / LEMESOS After breakfast you will be met and transferred to Lemesos for your 3 day stay. Upon arrival check-in at your hotel and enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure in this sea-side city. (B)
DAY 6, WED: LEMESOS Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend your day at leisure or explore on your own this beautiful town which is home to many cultural treasures. Visit Lemesos Castle, the Medieval Museum, the Folk Art Museum and the Colossi Castle. Walk on ten miles of beautiful beaches or visit the lush Municipal Gardens. (B) DAY 7, THU: LEMESOS / TROODOS MOUNTAINS / LEFKARA / LEFKOSIA / KYKKOS / LEMESOS: After breakfast at your hotel drive to the village of Lefkara , that is world famous for the embroidered lace work and filigree silverware. It is said that Leonardo Da Vinci visited the village and bought an altar cloth which he donated to the Milan Cathedral. Continue northwards through the outskirts of Lefkosia, the divided capital of Cyprus and into the foothills of the Troodos Mountains. Climb above the clouds to reach the highest point of Cyprus, Mt. Olympus. Continue to Kykkos Monastery, the richest in mosaics and ancient icons. Stop at a traditional village winery for free wine tasting before returning to Lemesos for overnight. (B) DAY 8, FRI: LEMESOS / LARNACA / USA After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport in Larnaca for your return flight home. Same day arrival. (B)
JAN 4, 11, 18, 25 $1799 – $2009 FEB 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 1799 – 2009 MAR 7 1799 – 2009 MAR 14 1799 2179 2219 MAR 21 2029 2399 2419 MAR 28 2139 2529 2419 APR 4, 11, 18, 25 2269 2649 2479 MAY 2, 9 2329 2699 2559 MAY 16, 23, 30 2809 3179 3049 JUN 6, 13, 20 2809 3179 3049 JUN 27 2829 3059 3119 JUL 4, 11 2829 3059 3119 JUL 18, 25 2829 3059 3259 AUG 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 2829 3199 3259 SEP 5 2829 3199 3259 SEP 12, 19, 26 2409 2809 2779 OCT 3, 10, 17, 24 2409 2809 2779 OCT 31 1969 2349 2279 NOV 7 1969 2349 2279 NOV 14 1969 – 2279 NOV 21, 28 1969 – 2089 DEC 5 1969 – 2089 DEC 12, 19 2209 – 2489 DEC 26 1969 – 2259 2009 DEPARTURES JAN 2 1969 – 2259 JAN 9, 16, 23, 30 1969 – 2089 FEB 6, 13, 20, 27 1969 – 2089 MAR 6, 13 1969 – 2089 SGL SUPPL 599 779 949 Price is per person, based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. **Hotel Azia Beach is closed from Nov 15 to Mar 15. Additional nights in Pafos & Lemesos are available upon request. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE) APPLY: JAN-MAR & OCT 27-DEC 11 & DEC 25-31: $650, APR-MAY 15 & SEP 8-OCT 26 & DEC 12-24: $870, MAY 16-SEP 7: $1100. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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Discovery of Cyprus 10 Days from $1829 Including Airfare 8 Nights Pafos
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • •
Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* 8-night hotel accommodations in Pafos Buffet breakfast daily Full day tour of Troodos, Lefkara & Kykkos Full day tour of the Mountain Villages including lunch All transfers as per itinerary Porterage of one suitcase only per person Assistance at the airport by our Homeric Tours representative Hotel taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
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Prices include fuel surcharges
Discovery of Cyprus departs Saturdays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Air add-ons are available from other US cities.
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DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, SAT: USA: Depart USA for an overnight flight to Larnaka. DAY 2, SUN: PAFOS: Arrive Larnaka. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Cyprus and transfers you to your hotel in Pafos. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, MON: PAFOS Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend your day at leisure or visit on your own Kourion, the GrecoRoman site with the beautiful open air theatre, located on a cliff top, high above the Mediterranean Sea, Aphrodite’s birthplace and the House of Dionysos with its famous mosaics. (B) DAY 4, TUE: PAFOS / MOUNTAIN VILLAGES / PAFOS After breakfast depart for the village of Kelokedara, visiting a donkey farm, where you will have the chance to sample local wine and delicacies such as “halloumi” “sushukko” and oven breads. Take a donkey ride to the country side before arrive at the 13th century Sindi Monastery to try some seasonal fruit and relax in the tranquil atmosphere. Return to the farm for a typical BBQ meal with music and dancing. Return to Pafos for overnight. (B,L) DAY 5, WED: PAFOS Today enjoy a full day at leisure. Explore the city on your own, or spend your day at the beautiful beach by your hotel. (B) DAY 6, THU: PAFOS / TROODOS MOUNTAINS / LEFKARA / LEFKOSIA / KYKKOS / PAFOS After breakfast at your hotel drive to the village of Lefkara, that is world famous for the embroidered 10
lace work and filigree silverware. It is said that Leonardo Da Vinci visited the village and bought an altar cloth which he donated to the Milan Cathedral. Continue northwards through the outskirts of Lefkosia, the divided capital of Cyprus and into the foothills of the Troodos Mountains. Climb above the clouds to reach the highest point of Cyprus, Mt.Olympus. Continue to Kykkos Monastery, the richest in mosaics and ancient icons. Stop at a traditional village winery for free wine tasting before returning to Pafos for overnight. (B) DAY 7, FRI: PAFOS Full day at leisure to relax by the beach. At night join the local people in restaurants and try the traditional meal, the “meze” and do not leave Cyprus without trying at least one of the many outstanding varieties of Cypriot wine. (B) DAY 8, SAT: PAFOS Full day at leisure. An optional private tour may be arranged to visit Lemesos, the beautiful seaside town and home to many cultural treasures. Visit Lemesos Castle, the Medieval Museum, the Folk Art Museum and the Colossi Castle. (B) DAY 9, SUN: PAFOS Full day at leisure. Spend your day at the beautiful beach by your hotel. (B) DAY 10, MON: PAFOS / LARNACA / USA: After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport in Larnaca for your return flight home. Same day arrival. (B)
JAN 12, 19, 26 $1829 – $2089 FEB 2, 9, 16 1829 – 2089 FEB 23 1829 – 2329 MAR 1, 8 1829 – 2329 MAR 15 1909 2299 2789 MAR 22, 29 2279 2629 2939 APR 5, 12, 19, 26 2279 2629 2939 MAY 3, 10 2419 2759 2939 MAY 17, 24, 31 2899 3249 3419 JUN 7, 14, 21 2899 3249 3419 JUN 28 2839 3179 3439 JUL 5 2839 3179 3439 JUL 12 2919 3179 3569 JUL 19 2919 3179 3569 JUL 26 2919 3389 3569 AUG 2, 9, 16 2919 3389 3569 AUG 23, 30 2919 3389 3439 SEP 6 2919 3389 3439 SEP 13, 20, 27 2489 2969 3149 OCT 4, 11, 18, 25 2489 2969 3149 NOV 1 2059 2529 2529 NOV 8, 15, 22, 29 2059 – 2529 DEC 6 2059 – 2529 DEC 13, 20 2289 – 2759 DEC 27 2059 – 2529 2009 DEPARTURES JAN 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 2059 – 2529 FEB 7, 14, 21, 28 2059 – 2529 MAR 7, 14 2059 – 2529 SGL SUPPL 739 879 1149 Price is per person, based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. **Hotel Azia Beach is closed from Nov 15 to Mar 15. Additional nights in Pafos are available upon request. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE) APPLY: JAN-MAR & OCT 27-DEC 11 & DEC 25-31: $650, APR-MAY15 & SEP 8-OCT 26 & DEC 12-24: $870, MAY 16-SEP 7: $1100. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Italy With a solid reputation for travel to the Mediterranean, Homeric Tours is proud to feature our program to the “Bel Paese”—the beautiful country of Italy! Italy has not changed in thousands of years, having preserved its glorious and wondrous past. Castles, palazzos, churches, piazzas, wine and food and the secret to life are just some of the elements which make a trip to Italy so remarkable. Homeric Tours will make the touring of this great country an art-form, exploring the cities and the regions for which it is known. Above photo: Bridge of Sighs, Venice
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A Taste of Italy
Escorted
9 Days from $2439 Including Airfare 3 Nights Rome, 2 Nights Florence & 2 Nights Venice TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 7-night hotel accommodations as per itinerary • Buffet Breakfast daily and 4 dinners • Half day guided tour of Rome • 5-day escorted tour by deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach, visiting Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Pisa, Padua, San Marino and Venice • Sightseeing as per tour itinerary with English speaking local guides • All transfers as per itinerary • Porterage of one suitcase per person • Hotel taxes and service charges • Assistance at the airport(s) by Homeric Tours representative • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee Note: Entrance fees are not included.
Cathedral and Leaning Tower, Pisa
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, SAT: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Rome. DAY 2, SUN: ROME Arrival in Rome. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Italy and transfers you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. DAY 3, MON: ROME / ASSISI / SIENA / FLORENCE After breakfast, depart by deluxe motor coach to Assisi. Upon arrival, you will have time to leisurely explore this little medieval city. A visit to the Basilica of San Francesco is highly recommended where you will find masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. This afternoon, depart to Siena the gothic city constructed on three hills in the heart of Tuscany. This monumental and medieval city is encircled by its’ walls and splendid square Piazza del Campo, designed in the shape of a shell. Enjoy your afternoon and explore all of the beauty this magical city has to offer. In the late afternoon proceed to Florence. This evening, you will dine in your hotel. (B,D) DAY 4, TUE: FLORENCE Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, your guided tour will visit of one of the most famous cities in the world, cradle of the Italian Renaissance. Your walking city tour will take you to the magnificent downtown including the Cathedral of Santa Maria Del Fiore with Brunelleschi’s splendid dome and Giotto’s belfry, Piazza Della Signora with the great Loggia, the Museum of the Academy with the statue of David by Michelangelo, Ponte Vecchio and more. This evening dinner will be at a local restaurant. (B,D) 12
DAY 5, WED: FLORENCE / PISA / PADUA / VENICE After breakfast at your hotel, depart for Pisa, city of art & culture. Visit the famous Piazza del Campo, better known as the “Square of Miracles”: where you will find the Cathedral, the Leaning Towers and the Baptistery. This afternoon, visit to Padua to see the Basilica of St. Anthony. Afterwards, proceed to Venice. This evening’s dinner will be at your hotel. (B,D) DAY 6, THU: VENICE After breakfast, enjoy a morning tour of Venice. Visit St. Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and the prisons. Your afternoon is at leisure. Take an optional excursion to Murano, Burano and Torcello. You will dine and overnight in Venice. (B,D) DAY 7, FRI: VENICE / SAN MARINO/ ROME This morning breakfast is at your hotel. Departure to San Marino, upon arrival, you will have free time to explore one of the smaller states in the world with its’ own currency, stamps and political system for over nine centuries. This afternoon proceed to Rome. This evening you are free to explore this historic and breathtaking city. (B) DAY 8, SAT: ROME Breakfast at your hotel. Today, you will see some of the most important sights of the Eternal city. Among the treasures that you will be seeing today include, the Fontana di Trevi, Pantheon, Castle Sant’ Angelo and San Peter Square with is basilica. The remainder of your day is at leisure to shop and enjoy your surroundings. (B) DAY 9, SUN: ROME / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Same day arrival. (B)
Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City 4* Hotels ROME
DIANA, OR, PRIME HOTEL ST. JOHNS, OR BEVERLY HILLS, OR MILTON
FLORENCE
RAFAELLO
VENICE
CARLTON GRAND CANAL, OR CONTINENTAL
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
A Taste of Italy departs Saturday from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from U.S. cities are available upon request. JAN 5, 12, 19, 26 FEB 2, 9, 16, 23 MAR 1, 8 MAR 15, 22, 29 APR 5, 12, 19, 26 MAY 3, 10 MAY 17, 24, 31 JUN 7, 14, 21, 28 JUL 5, 12, 19, 26 AUG 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 SEP 6, 13, 20, 27 OCT 4, 11, 18, 25 SINGLE SUPPL
$2439 2439 2439 2519 2519 2519 3359 3359 3359 3359 2619 2619 599
Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Additional nights in Rome are available upon request. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: JAN-MAR: $570, APR 1-MAY 15: $690, MAY 16-SEP 4: $1100, SEP 5-OCT 29: $690. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Italian Escapade
Escorted
11 Days from $3089 Including Airfare 4 Nights Rome, 2 Nights Florence, 2 Nights Venice & 1 Night Sorrento TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 9-night hotel accommodations as per itinerary • Buffet Breakfast daily, 5 dinners and 2 lunches • Half day guided tour of Rome • 8-day escorted tour by deluxe air-conditioned motor coach, visiting Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Pisa, Padua, Venice, San Marino, Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri • Sightseeing as per tour itinerary with English speaking local guides • All transfers as per itinerary • Porterage of one suitcase per person Basilica of St. Mark, Venice
• Hotel taxes and service charges
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
• Assistance at the airport(s) by Homeric Tours representative
DAY 1, SAT: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Rome. DAY 2, SUN: ROME Arrival in Rome. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Italy and transfers you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. DAY 3, MON: ROME / ASSISI / SIENA / FLORENCE After breakfast, depart by deluxe motor coach to Assisi. Upon arrival, you will have time to leisurely explore this little medieval city. A visit to the Basilica of San Francesco is highly recommended where you will find masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. This afternoon, depart to Siena the gothic city constructed on three hills in the heart of Tuscany. This monumental and medieval city is encircled by its’ walls and splendid square Piazza del Campo, designed in the shape of a shell. Enjoy your afternoon and explore all of the beauty this magical city has to offer. In the late afternoon proceed to Florence. This evening, you will dine in your hotel. (B,D) DAY 4, TUE: FLORENCE Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, your guided tour will visit of one of the most famous cities in the world, cradle of the Italian Renaissance. Your walking city tour will take you to the magnificent downtown including the Cathedral of Santa Maria Del Fiore with Brunelleschi’s splendid dome and Giotto’s belfry, Piazza Della Signora with the great Loggia, the Museum of the Academy with the statue of David by Michelangelo, Ponte Vecchio and more. This evening dinner will be at a local restaurant. (B,D) DAY 5, WED: FLORENCE / PISA / PADUA / VENICE After breakfast depart for Pisa, city of art & culture. Visit the famous Piazza del Campo, better known as the “Square of Miracles: where you will find the Cathedral, the Leaning Towers and the Baptistery. This afternoon, visit to Padua to see the Basilica of St. Anthony. Afterwards, proceed to Venice. This evening’s dinner will be at your hotel. (B,D)
DAY 6, THU: VENICE After breakfast, enjoy a morning tour of Venice. Visit St. Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and the prisons. Your afternoon is at leisure. Take an optional excursion to Murano, Burano and Torcello. You will dine and overnight in Venice. (B,D) DAY 7, FRI: VENICE / SAN MARINO / ROME This morning breakfast is at your hotel. Departure to San Marino, upon arrival, you will have free time to explore one of the smaller states in the world with its’ own currency, stamps and political system for over nine centuries. This afternoon proceed to Rome. This evening you are free to explore this historic and breathtaking city. (B) DAY 8, SAT: ROME Breakfast at your hotel. Today, you will see some of the most important sights of the Eternal city. Among the treasures that you will be seeing today include, the Fontana di Trevi, Pantheon, Castle Sant’ Angelo and San Peter Square with its Basilica. The remainder of your day is at leisure to shop and enjoy your surroundings. (B) DAY 9, SUN: ROME / NAPLES / POMPEII / SORRENTO Breakfast at your hotel. Leaving Rome the coach will take the “Sun Route” driving through the regions of Lazio and Campania. Arrive in Naples for a short panoramic city tour: Mergellina, Castel dell’Ovo Plesbiscito Square, the Royal Palace and the port. After lunch drive to Pompeii to visit the excavations. Continue on to Sorrento. Dinner and overnight. (B,L,D) DAY 10, MON: SORRENTO / CAPRI / ROME After breakfast you board the boat to the island of Capri. Visit the Blue Grotto in small rowing boats. Free time after lunch for personal activities. In the afternoon depart for Rome. (B,L) DAY 11, TUE: ROME / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Same day arrival. (B)
• USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee Note: Entrance fees are not included.
Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City 4* Hotels ROME
DIANA, OR, PRIME HOTEL ST. JOHNS, OR BEVERLY HILLS, OR MILTON
FLORENCE
RAFAELLO
VENICE
CARLTON GRAND CANAL, OR CONTINENTAL
SORRENTO
AMBASCIATORI OR VESUVIO
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Italian Escapade departs Saturdays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from U.S. cities are available upon request. JAN 5, 12, 19, 26 FEB 2, 9, 16, 23 MAR 1, 8 MAR 15, 22, 29 APR 5, 12, 19, 26 MAY 3, 10 MAY 17, 24, 31 JUN 7, 14, 21, 28 JUL 5, 12, 19, 26 AUG 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 SEP 6, 13, 20, 27 OCT 4, 11, 18, 25 SINGLE SUPPL
$3089 3089 3089 3139 3139 3139 3979 3979 3979 3979 3239 3239 759
Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Additional nights in Rome are available upon request. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: JAN-MAR: $570, APR 1-MAY 15: $690, MAY 16-SEP 4: $1100, SEP 5-OCT 29: $690. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Italian Classics 11 Days from $1999 Including Airfare 3 Nights Rome, 3 Nights Florence & 3 Nights Venice
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • •
Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Rome 3-night hotel accommodations in Florence 3-night hotel accommodations in Venice Buffet Breakfast daily Arrival transfer from Rome airport to hotel Departure transfer from Venice hotel to airport Train tickets between Rome/Florence/Venice Porterage of one suitcase per person Hotel taxes and service charges Assistance at the airport(s) by Homeric Tours representative • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
OPTIONAL TRANSFER PACKAGE: The transfer package includes arrival and departure transfers in all cities except the arrival transfer in Rome and the departure transfer in Venice, which are included in the tour price.
Spanish Steps, Rome
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Rome. DAY 2, ROME Arrival in Rome. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Italy and transfers you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. DAY 3, ROME Today explore the city of Rome on your own or take an optional half day city tour. The optional tour will include the Republic Square, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Castle St. Angelo, and St. Peter’s Basilica. (B) DAY 4, ROME Full day at leisure. Stroll down the beautiful Via Condotti or the romantic Spanish Steps. Discover Rome’s hidden treasures at your own pace or perhaps an optional tour. (B) DAY 5, ROME / FLORENCE Depart Rome after breakfast for Florence. Transfer independently to the train station for your journey to Florence. Upon arrival, make your way to your Florence hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure to explore this magical and artistic city. (B) DAY 6, FLORENCE Today discover all the wonders this city has to offer on your own or enjoy an optional half day sightseeing tour of this picturesque and medieval city. The highlights of the optional tour will include a drive along the Romantic Viale Dei Colli up to Piazzale Michelangelo where you will admire the wonderful panorama of the city, one of the most beautiful in the world, the Duomo: Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery with its bronze doors including the famous Porta 14
Del Paradiso and the Cathedral with the magnificent Cupola Del Brunelleschi. A short walk through the historic streets of Florence brings you to the Galleria dell’Accademia* where you can admire the famous David by Michelangelo and other works by the Great Artist. (B) *Note: The Galleria dell’Accademia is closed on Monday and will be replaced by the Bargello museum or the Medici Chapels. DAY 7, FLORENCE Full free day to explore and discover Florence’s treasures at your own pace or perhaps join one of the available optional excursions. (B) DAY 8, FLORENCE / VENICE After breakfast, transfer independently to the train station for your journey to Venice. Upon arrival, transfer on your own to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure to explore this romantic city. (B) DAY 9, VENICE Today take an optional walking city tour at St. Mark’s Square, visit the Doge’s Palace and the Basilica of St. Mark’s, and view the Bell Tower and the Bridge of Sighs. (B) DAY 10, VENICE This day is at leisure. Today, take advantage of the shopping this trendy city has to offer. Shop for Fortuny fabric, Venetian Glass or, Carnavale mask at one of the many curios. From St. Mark’s Square to end of the Rialto Bridge, the Merceria is where fashion from the past meets future. Tonight, perhaps dine at one of the many roof-top restaurants known for their regional cuisine. (B) DAY 11, VENICE / USA After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day. (B)
$235 PER PERSON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY $415 SINGLE OCCUPANCY Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City 3* Hotels
4* Hotels
ROME
PORTAMAGGIORE WINDROSE
GENOVA GRAND HOTEL PALATINO
FLORENCE
BONCIANI MACHIAVELLI
EXECUTIVE ATHENAUM
VENICE
BELLE ARTI CARLTON CAPRI
BONVECCHIATI METROPOLE
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Italian Classics departs daily from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. 3* HOTELS
4* HOTELS
JAN 1-31 $1999 $2569 FEB 1-MAR 13 1999 2569 MAR 14-31 2389 3099 APR 1-MAY 15 2539 3249 MAY 16-JUL 19 3249 3959 JUL 20-AUG 21 2929 3479 AUG 22-SEP 4 3249 3959 SEP 5-OCT 29 2539 3249 OCT 30-DEC 11 2429 3139 SINGLE SUPPL 709 1469 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Additional nights in Rome, Florence and Venice are available upon request. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WEEKEND SUPPLEMENT: Jan-May 15, Sep 5-Dec 11: $30 each direction, May 16-Sep 4: $45 each direction. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: JAN-MAR: $570, APR 1-MAY 15: $690, MAY 16-SEP 4: $1100, SEP 5-OCT 29: $690. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Romantic Holidays on the Amalfi Coast
10 Days from $2059 Including Airfare 2 Nights Naples, 3 Nights Positano & 3 Nights Rome
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 2-night hotel accommodations in Naples • 3-night hotel accommodations in Positano • 3-night hotel accommodations in Rome • Breakfast daily • Half-day tour to Pompeii from Naples • Roundtrip private car transfer from Naples to Positano • Train ticket between Naples and Rome • Half day guided tour of Rome • Roundtrip transfers in Naples and Rome • Porterage of one suitcase per person • Hotel taxes and service charges • Assistance at the airport(s) by Homeric Tours representative • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee Note: Entrance fees are not included. Rail tickets do not include seat reservation.
Amalfi Coast Enjoy this wonderfully independent vacation to the most picturesque and charming areas in Europe. The Amalfi Coast is a picture postcard…seaside villages, blue waters, old-fashioned charm, welcoming locals and superb cuisine all combine to make an unforgettable trip. The cosmopolitan city of Rome offers you the culture, history, gastronomy and style that Italy is known for. Enjoy the combination of Rome, Naples and the Amalfi Coast…a romantic and treasured combination.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Naples. DAY 2, NAPLES Arrival in Naples. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Italy and transfers you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. DAY 3, NAPLES After breakfast, depart for you morning guided tour of Pompeii. The afternoon is at leisure. (B) DAY 4, NAPLES / POSITANO Drive to Positano after breakfast. The remainder of your day is at leisure to wonder and explore this international and picturesque town. You will overnight in the beautiful and scenic area of Amalfi. (B) DAY 5, POSITANO Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend your day at leisure to relax at the beach soaking in the sun. (B)
DAY 6, POSITANO Enjoy and explore Sorrento and Capri on your own. These picturesque towns are at close proximity from Positano. (B) DAY 7, POSITANO / ROME After breakfast you will be transferred to the train station for your trip to Rome. Overnight in Rome. (B) DAY 8, ROME After breakfast, begin your sightseeing tour of Rome including Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Continue to monumental St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, cross the Tiber and visit the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Afternoon at leisure. (B) DAY 9, ROME Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend your day shopping or take an optional excursion to see more fascinating sites. (B) DAY 10, ROME / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day. (B)
Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City 3* Hotels
4* Hotels
NAPLES
IDEAL
ORIENTE
POSITANO
SAVOIA
PASITEA
ROME
NIZZA, OR SAN REMO
BAILEY’S, OR DONNA LAURA PALACE
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Romantic Holidays departs daily from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. 3* HOTELS
4* HOTELS
JAN 1-MAR 13 $2099 $2699 MAR 14-31 2159 2749 APR 1-MAY 15 2299 2899 MAY 16-SEP 4 2989 3579 SEP 5-OCT 29 2299 2899 OCT 30-DEC 11 2059 2649 SINGLE SUPPL 999 1599 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WEEKEND SUPPLEMENT: Jan-May 15 & Sep 5-Dec 11: $30 each direction, May 16-Sep 4: $45 each direction. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: JAN-MAR: $570, APR 1-MAY 15: $690, MAY 16-SEP 4: $1100, SEP 5-OCT 29: $690, OCT 30-DEC 11: $570. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Roma and Athena
NEW
8 Days from $1579 Including Airfare 3 Nights Rome & 3 Nights Athens
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 3-night hotel accommodations in Rome • 3-night hotel accommodations in Athens • Breakfast daily • Half day guided tour of Rome • Half day guided tour of Athens including the Acropolis • All transfers as per itinerary • Porterage of one suitcase per person • Hotel taxes and service charges • Assistance at airport(s) by Homeric Tours representative • 24 Hour “Emergency” Hotline • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee Note: Entrance fees are not included.
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Roma & Athena departs daily from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request.
The Acropolis, Athens
ROME ATHENS
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Rome. DAY 2, ROME Arrival in Rome. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Italy and transfers you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. DAY 3, ROME After breakfast, begin your half day sightseeing tour of Rome including Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Continue to monumental St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, cross the Tiber and visit the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. (B) DAY 4, ROME Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend your day shopping or take an optional excursion to see more fascinating sites. (B) DAY 5, ROME / ATHENS After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Athens. Upon arrival, a Homeric Tours representative will assist you with your transfer to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure. (B) 16
DAY 6, ATHENS This morning enjoy a tour of Athens, combining most of the city’s modern and classical sights. Your tour includes an overview of the modern city and striking contrasts to the remains of its glorious past. Your tour includes a visit to the Acropolis, the Panathenaikon Stadium and more. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore this magnificent and historic city. (B) DAY 7, ATHENS Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, your day will be at leisure. Perhaps, you may want to take one of our various optional excursions to Delphi, Mycenae, or a one-day three island cruise to Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. (B) DAY 8, ATHENS / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Same day arrival. (B)
JAN 1-MAR 13
NIZZA, OR SAN REMO
BAILEY S OR DONNA LAURA PALACE
GRAND O
PARK HOTEL OR LEDRA MARRIOTT
$1579
$1859
MAR 14-31
1779
2069
APR 1-30
2029
2299
MAY 1-15
2079
2349
MAY 16-JUN30
2669
2949
JUL 1-SEP 4
2669
2909
SEP 5-OCT 29
2129
2349
OCT 30-DEC 11
2069
2349
699
989
SINGLE SUPP
Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. * Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Additional nights in Roma and Athena are available upon request. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WEEKEND SUPPLEMENT: Jan-May 15 & Sep 5-Dec 11: $30 each direction, May 16-Sep 4: $45 each direction. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: JAN-MAR: $570, APR 1-MAY 15: $690, MAY 16-SEP 4: $1100, SEP 5-OCT 29: $690. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Homeric Delight
SM
Italy, Croatia & Greece
11 Days from $2259 Including Airfare 2 Nights Venice & 7 Day Cruise of Italy, Croatia and the Greek Islands on MSC Cruises
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 2-night hotel accommodations in Venice • Breakfast daily in Venice • Half day sightseeing tour of Venice. • 7-day cruise visiting Italy, Croatia and Greece including the Greek Islands of Santorini & Mykonos, on MSC Musica, including all meals and entertainment. Inside stateroom, two lower beds. • Airport and pier transfers as per itinerary • Porterage of one suitcase per person • Hotel taxes and service charges • Assistance at the airport & pier by Homeric Tours representative • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee Note: Entrance fees are not included.
Island of Corfu, Greece
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, THU: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Venice. DAY 2, FRI: VENICE Arrival in Venice. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Italy and transfers you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. DAY 3, SAT: VENICE After breakfast, enjoy a morning tour of Venice. Your day is at leisure to take an optional tour or explore this romantic city your on way. Visit St. Mark’s Square, and the Basilica of St. Marks. A short distance is the Doge’s Palace, decorated by 16th century artists such as Titian and Tintoretto. Perhaps lunch or drinks at Harry’s Bar where the infamous Bellini (champagne and Pear liquor) beverage was created. Your afternoon is at leisure. Take an optional excursion to Murano, Burano and Torcello. (B) DAY 4, SUN: VENICE / CRUISING Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. This afternoon, transfer to the pier to board your 7-day cruise. Early evening departure from Venice. (B,D) DAY 5, MON: BARI Enjoy your time in Bari, where you see fairy tale houses that resemble chanterelle mushrooms and little houses with one-topped roofs called trulli, both dating back to 3000 BC. (B,L,D) DAY 6, TUE: KATAKOLON Today, venture to the birthplace of the Olympic Games with the stadium, the temples of Hera and Apollo. Visit the Olympic Museum, view this popular attractions including Painios’ famous Victory and Praxiteles’ Hermes. (B,L,D)
DAY 7, WED: SANTORINI / MYKONOS This morning arrive in Santorini, the most spectacular of the Greek Islands. Take an optional excursion to the excavation site of Akrotiri or stroll the town of Fira and enjoy the view. Late this afternoon, Sail on to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos. Enjoy a drink on the waterfront or shop the chic boutiques. (B,L,D) DAY 8, THU: PIRAEUS / ATHENS Early morning arrival at the Athenian port of Piraeus. Take an optional excursion to the Acropolis and its temples. Stroll thought the Plaka, the colorful old quarter. If you choose, travel outside of Athens to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. (B,L,D) DAY 9, FRI: CORFU Arrive in Corfu, the crown jewel of the Ionian Islands. Take an optional tour to the Old Town or Achilleion Palace, named by Empress Elizabeth of Austria for Achilles. (B,L,D) DAY 10, SAT: DUBROVNIK Today arrive in Dubrovnik, the ancient city set on a peninsula and surrounded by a 1,000 year old protective wall. It is said to be one of the most beautiful spots in the world, as if you stepped back in time. (B,L,D) DAY 11, SUN: VENICE / USA Disembark the ship at the port of Venice and transfer to the airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day. (B)
DATES & PRICES
MAR 20, 27 APR 3, 10, 17, 24 MAY 1, 15 MAY 22, 29 JUN 5, 12, 19, 26 JUL 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 AUG 7, 14, 21, 28 SEP 4 SEP 11, 18, 25 OCT 2 SINGLE SUPPL
3* HOTELS
4* HOTELS
5* HOTELS
$2259 2599 2699 3389 3489 3539 3639 3439 2759 2659 1589
$2279 2629 2729 3399 3499 3559 3659 3459 2779 2679 1609
$2539 2879 2979 3669 3769 3819 3919 3709 3029 2929 1859
Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Port taxes of $170 per person are additional. Additional nights in Venice are available upon request. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: JAN-MAR: $570, APR 1-MAY 15: $690, MAY 16-SEP 4: $1100, SEP 5-OCT 29: $690: OCT 30-DEC 11: $570. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City 3* Hotels VENICE
Prices include fuel surcharges
Homeric Delight departs Thursdays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request.
LOCANDA REMEDIO, OR RESIDENZA GOLDONI
4* Hotels
5* Hotel
RESIDENCE PALAZZO SELVADEGO, OR SANTA MARINA
BAUER
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Greece & Italy 14 Days from $3069 Including Airfare, 3 Nights Athens, 3 Nights Rome, 2 Nights Florence & 4-Day Greek Island & Turkey Cruise
Kids cruise FREE on Louis Cruises
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge • 3 nights hotel accommodations in Athens • Athens city sightseeing tour including the Acropolis and its museum • 4-day cruise to the Greek Islands & Turkey including all meals and entertainment. Inside cabins, two lower beds. • 3 nights hotel accommodations in Rome • 2 nights hotel accommodations in Florence • Breakfast daily in Athens, Rome and Florence • Rome city sightseeing tour • Florence city sightseeing tour • Roundtrip first-class train tickets between Rome and Florence • All transfers as per itinerary • Hotel taxes and service charges • Porterage of one suitcase per person • Assistance at the airport(s) by Homeric Tours representative • Homeric Tours “Hospitality Hours” at your Athens hotel • 24 Hour “Emergency” Hotline • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
Ponte Vecchio, Florence, Italy
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
DAY 2, FRI: ATHENS Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Rest of day at leisure.
DAY 8, THU: HERAKLION / SANTORINI Arrive in Heraklion, the capital of Crete. Take an optional excursion to the Palace of King Minos at Knossos and the museum. Sail on to Santorini. Take an optional excursion to the excavation site at Akrotiri where recent Minoan excavations support the theories that Santorini might be the fabled continent of Atlantis. (B,L,D)
DAY 3, SAT: ATHENS After breakfast board the motor coach for your morning sightseeing tour of Athens, including a visit to the Acropolis and its museum. Remainder of the day at leisure. (B)
DAY 9, FRI: PIRAEUS / ATHENS / ROME Return to Piraeus. Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your flight to Rome. Upon arrival in Rome, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of day at leisure. (B)
DAY 4, SUN: ATHENS Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend the day at leisure or shop at the Monistiraki Flea Market or relax at a nearby beach or take a day tour outside the city. (B)
DAY 10, SAT: ROME After breakfast, board your motor coach for your sightseeing tour of Rome. Spend the afternoon at leisure to shop in the chic boutiques or explore this city on your own. (B)
DAY 5, MON: ATHENS / PIRAEUS / MYKONOS After breakfast, transfer to Piraeus to board the ship for your 4-day cruise of the Greek Islands and Turkey. Arrive in Mykonos where you may visit the many chic boutiques or find a table at the waterfront and enjoy the serenity. (B,L,D)
DAY 11, SUN: ROME / FLORENCE Transfer to the train station to board your high speed train to Florence. Here, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of day at leisure. (B)
DAY 1, THU: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Athens.
DAY 6, TUE: KUSADASI / PATMOS Arrive Kusadasi where you can take an excursion to the ancient city of Ephesus. Then on to Patmos and take an optional excursion to the Monastery and Cave where John the Divine wrote the Book of Revelation. (B,L,D) DAY 7, WED: RHODES Arrive in Rhodes where you will spend a full day. Take an optional excursion to the city of Rhodes and the rocky Acropolis of Lindos to visit the Temple of Athena. (B,L,D) 18
DAY 12, MON: FLORENCE Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of the marvelous city of Florence, including the Duomo, the Golden Doors of Ghiberti, Giotto’s Belltower, Santa Croce and more. Afternoon at leisure for an optional excursion to Pisa. (B) DAY 13, TUE: FLORENCE / ROME You will be transferred to the train station for your return train to Rome. Overnight in Rome. (B) DAY 14, WED: ROME / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day. (B)
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Mediterranean Rhapsody departs Thursdays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. ATHENS: ROME: FLORA FLORENCE:
GRAND O GENOVA EXECUTIVE
PARK MARRIOTT GRAND GRAND HOTEL BAGLIONI SAVOY
MAR 6,13, 2008 $3069 $3919 MAR 20, 27 3219 4069 APR 3, 10, 17, 24 3489 4319 MAY 1, 8, 15 3679 4499 MAY 22, 29 4309 5139 JUN 5, 12, 19 4309 5139 JUN 26 4099 4969 JUL 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 3909 4799 AUG 7, 14 3909 4799 AUG 21, 28 4119 4979 SEP 4 4179 5009 SEP 11, 18, 25 3769 4549 OCT 2, 9, 16, 23 3769 4549 OCT 30 3509 4319 NOV 6 3509 4319 SINGLE SUPPL 1110-1320 1940-2330 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour. If one passenger is traveling alone, an additional supplement will apply. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. Port taxes of $90 are additional. Hotels featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: MAR: $570, APR 01-MAY15: $720, MAY 16-SEP 4: $970, SEP 5-OCT 29: $720. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Sicily On Your Own
Fly & Drive
7 Days from $1699 Including Airfare
NEW
3 Nights Palermo & 2 Nights Taormina
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 3-night hotel accommodations in Palermo • 2-night hotel accommodations in Taormina • Breakfast daily • 6-day air conditioned car rental inclusive of CDW and unlimited mileage. • Hotel taxes and service charges • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City Superior 3* Hotels
Ancient ruins, Sicily
Explore Sicily on wheels and discover Palermo and Taormina at your own pace. Your personal adventure can begin and end at any time.
DAY 1, USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Palermo. DAY 2, PALERMO Arrival in Palermo. Pick-up your vehicle at the Car Rental facility and drive to Palermo. Drive to your hotel in Palermo. The rest of your day is at leisure. DAY 3, PALERMO After breakfast, explore the city on your own. Visit the Norman Cathedral and the Paltine Chapel, considered on of the best monuments of the Norman period in Palermo. Enjoy lunch and taste some of the regional dishes and incredible wines. (B) DAY 4, PALERMO Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Spend your day shopping or take and optional excursion to see more fascinating sites. (B)
GUGLIELMO SECONDO, OR POLITEAMA PALACE
TAORMINA
ARISTON, OR PALAZZO CATERINA
DATES & PRICES
Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, is a study in contrasts. One is at once awed by the quaint seaside villages and the majestic archaeological sites left behind by the many cultures which ravaged the island. A trip to Sicily is a thrilling experience, breathtaking, everlasting and never forgotten.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
PALERMO
DAY 5, PALERMO / TAORMINA Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Depart towards Taormina with a possible stop in Agrigento or Siracusa where you view the wonderfully preserved temple and amphitheater. Continue your picturesque drive to Taormina and overnight at your hotel. (B) DAY 6, TAORMINA Taormina is built atop the sea. The romantic city with its’ quaint shops and restaurants offers breathtaking vistas. We suggest an optional tour to Siracusa or a trip to Mt. Etna to view this active volcano, or enjoy a day by the pool or at the beach. (B) DAY 7, TAORMINA / USA After breakfast, drive to Catania airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day. (B)
Prices include fuel surcharges
Sicily On Your Own departs daily from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. JAN 1-MAR 13 MAR 14-31
$1739 1789
APR 1-MAY 15
1919
MAY 16-SEP 4
2629
SEP 5-OCT 29
1919
OCT 30-DEC 11
1699
SINGLE SUPPL
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Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Additional nights in Sicily are available upon request. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WEEKEND SUPPLEMENT: Jan-May 15 & Sep 5-Dec 11: $30 each direction, May 16-Sep. 4: $45 each direction WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: JAN-MAR: $570, APR 1-MAY 15: $720, MAY 16-SEP 4: $1100, SEP 5-OCT 29, $720: OCT 30-DEC 11: $570. ABOVE PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: • Personal Accident Insurance • Refueling service surcharge • Parking cost • Additional Driver charge • Fines, fuel • International driver’s license
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Italy Your Way
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Italy Your Way is the perfect vacation for those who wish to visit Italy in a more leisurely manner and on a more personal basis.Whether you are going to the beaches of Positano or the cosmopolitan city of Rome there is nothing that equals the thrill of designing your own trip.Select the hotels, sightseeing and services that will fit your individual desires making for a great carefree vacation.
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • •
2-night hotel accommodations at the city of your choice Breakfast daily Hotel taxes and service charges USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
NORTHERN ITALY REGIONS Emilia Romagna BOLOGNA
PARMA
RAVENNA
ASTORIA EUROPA GRAND BAGLIONI FORUM MY HOTEL ARTE MY HOTEL VILLA DUCALE CLASS
STAR RATING *** **** ***** *** *** **** ***
FROM $159 179 559 99 179 209 159
EXTRA NIGHT $80 90 280 50 90 105 80
Rialto Bridge, Venice
Sightseeing VENICE
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Italian Riviera and Liguria STAR RATING **** **** **** ***** **** **** ***** **** ***** ****
FROM $189 239 279 359 509 129 549 209 439 179
EXTRA NIGHT $95 120 140 180 255 65 275 105 220 90
STAR RATING CONTINENTAL *** BARCHETTA EXCELSIOR **** REGINA PALACE **** GRAND DES LLES BORROMEES *****
FROM $229 299 369 619
EXTRA NIGHT $115 150 185 310
FROM $119 199 269 179 189 209 229 309 319 289 299 369 589 139 249 439
EXTRA NIGHT $60 100 135 90 95 105 115 155 160 145 150 185 295 70 125 220
GENOA
SOGLIA GENOVA STAR PRESIDENT CONTINENTAL BRISTOL PALACE PORTOFINO SAN GIORGIO RAPALLO ASTORIA EXCELSIOR PALACE SAN REMO MIRAMAR ROYAL ST. MARGHERITA LIGURE METROPOLE
Lake District COMO STRESA
TRIESTE
TURIN
VENICE
VERONA
ALBERT GRAND PUCCINI LE MERIDIEN EXCELSIOR ROMA HOLIDAY INN CONTINENTALE GENIO ART TECH LE MERIDIEN DIPLOMATIC RESIDENZA GOLDONY SANTA MARINA WESTIN EXCELSIOR BAUER PICCOLO ACCADEMIA BYBLOS ART VILLA AMISTA
Experience the magic and romance of old Venice, with musicians and singers serenading as you glide in a flotilla of gondolas along the Grand Canal – the illuminated facades of the palazzos shimmering in the water. (50 minutes) Milan City Tour with Last Supper $110
Guided coach and walking our for a panoramic view of the historical city enter of Milan, viewing many of Milan’s most important monuments. Visit the Duomo and see Leonard da Vinci’s masterpiece and many other works of art by the great master. (3.5 hours) Note: Prices are per person and subject to change. Tours are subject to availability.
STAR RATING *** **** ***** *** *** **** *** **** ***** *** **** ***** ***** *** **** *****
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Evening Gondola Cruise and Serenade $59
MILAN
Other Cities MILAN
Half-Day Excursion to Murano, Burano, and Torcello $42
Take a boat ride to three of the islands around Venice: On Murano, you will visit the world-renowned glass-blowing factory. On picturesque Burano, see the fine lace and brightly colored fishermen’s houses. On Torcello, witness the earliest of civilization in the estuary. (3.5 hours)
Private Transfers AIRPORT/HOTEL GENOA MILAN MILAN TO COMO VENICE PORT/HOTEL VENICE STATION/HOTEL MILAN
FROM $62 59 137 130 121
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Airfares Homeric Tours offers discounted roundtrip airfares to these destinations from U.S. gateways.
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Italy Your Way Capri
CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN ITALY Sicily Island AGRIGENTO CATANIA
PALERMO
TAORMINA
3 TORRI GRAND DEI TEMPLI POGGIO DUCALE GARDEN KATANE PALACE VILLA D’AMATO GUGLIEMO SECONDO POLITEAMA PALACE GRAND WAGNER ARISTON PALAZZO SANTA CATERINA
STAR RATING *** **** *** **** **** *** **** **** ***** **** ****
FROM $149 209 159 169 269 189 209 279 429 159 219
EXTRA NIGHT $75 105 80 85 135 95 105 140 215 80 110
Sightseeing FLORENCE
Tuscany Region FLORENCE
LUCCA MONTECATINI TERME
PISA ALGHERO CAPRI NAPLES
POSITANO SORRENTO
ROME
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STAR RATING ANNALENA *** LE DUE FONTANE *** **** FENICE PALACE RESIDENCE PALAZZO RICASOLI **** HELVITIA AND BRISTOL ***** EUROSTARS TOSCANA **** GRAND GUINIGI **** VILLA MARIA *** FRANCIA AND QUIRINALE **** ***** GRAND BELLA VISTA E GOLF TERMINUS AND PLAZA *** ACCADEMIA PALACE **** BELLAVISTA *** CATALUNYA **** CASA CAPRILE *** EXCELSIOR PARCO **** IDEAL *** CARAVAGGIO **** ORIENTE **** GRAND SANTA LUCIA ***** SAVOIA *** PASITEA **** VILLA MARIA *** GRAND HERMITAGE **** PANORAMA PALACE **** PARCO DEI PRINCIPI ***** NIZZA *** SAN REMO *** PORTA MAGGIORE *** BAILEY S **** DONNA LAURA PALACE **** COLONNA PALACE **** REGINA BAGLIONI – (Junior Suite) **** D’INGHILTERRA – (Junior Suite) **** MAJESTIC – (Junior Suite) *****
FROM $229 239 299 299 569 159 199 119 139 229 179 189 99 209 189 259 119 229 309 439 349 379 179 209 219 389 259 269 309 429 429 459 1049 1109 1109
EXTRA NIGHT $115 120 150 150 285 80 100 60 70 115 90 95 50 105 95 130 60 115 155 220 175 190 90 105 110 195 130 135 155 215 215 230 525 555 555
Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Hotels featured above may be substituted for similar category.
Private Transfers AIRPORT/HOTEL FLORENCE NAPLES ROME PORT/HOTEL NAPLES PALERMO SORRENTO SORRENTO TO POSITANO STATION/HOTEL FLORENCE NAPLES NAPLES TO AMALFI NAPLES TO POSITANO
FROM $58 $41 $58
$34 $35 $130 $130
Prices are per person, one way, based on two passengers in one vehicle, and one piece of luggage per person.
Full-Day Excursion to Siena and San Gimignano $105
You will ride through the picturesque vineyards of Chianti to San Gimignano, a tiny ancient hilltop city famous for its towers and art treasures. Continue on for a guided tour of the medieval city, Siena. See the magnificent Cathedral, Opera Metropolitana Museum and the beautiful Piazza del Camp. Also visit the medieval walled village of Monteriggioni on the return to Florence. (8.5 hours) ROME
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Half-day Ancient City Tour $70
Visit Piazza Venezia in the heart of the city, with its’ monument to Victor Emanuel II. See Capitol Square (designed by Michelangelo) to take in the magnificent view over the Roman Forum and Palatine. Tour Arches of Constantine and Tito, and the Temples of Venus and Rome. Passing the Pyramid Cestia, go to St. Paul’s Outside the Walls. (3 hours) Half-Day Excursion to Tivoli $106
Visit the ancient palace home of Emperor Hadrian with its’ thermal bath, famous gardens, and libraries rich with masterpieces. Then off to Villa d’Este, the enchanting late-Renaissance pleasure palace of the son of Lucretia Borgia and Pope Alexander VI, with its extraordinary gardens and fountains. (4 hours) NAPLES
Full-Day Pompeii and Amalfi Coast $190
Visit the Pompeii excavations, where you will see the ancient Roman city preserved by the ashes of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Brief stops can be made in Positano, Amalfi and Ravello, as you tour the beautiful Amalfi coastline, before returning to Naples. (8 hours) Half-Day Excursion to Pompeii $117
Airfares $35 $37 $33 $82
Half-Day Excursion to Chianti $80
Chianti is an area of Tuscany known throughout the world for its namesake wine as well as spectacular countryside. Tour includes a visit to a castle vineyard for wine tasting and a snack. (4.5 hours)
Homeric Tours offers discounted roundtrip airfares to these destinations from U.S. gateways.
Visit Pompeii, the ancient city buried suddenly and preserved for over 2000 years by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Now uncovered, the site offers an astonishing window into the past of this sophisticated, ancient Roman city. (3 hours) Full-Day Tour of Capri and Anacapri $205
Embark at Molo Beverello to sail to the legendary island of Capri. See the Marina Grande, Anacapri, the Gardens of Augustus, Via Tragara, and Via Camerelle, where Many famous designers have their shops. Lunch is included in a local restaurant on Capri. (8 hours) Note: Prices are per person and subject to change. Tours are subject to availability.
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Europe
Austria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Germany, Poland, Slovenia, Russia Homeric Tours offers you Central and Eastern Europe and all of its fascinations. These pages are designed to give you a picture of what to expect on your tour... excitement, education and lots of fun. We invite you to journey with us to a unique and fascinating area with a multitude of cultures and traditions. You will witness a genuine excitement among the people, experience history and cultural diversity and enjoy the many sceneries, cuisines and arts. Join us on this fascinating discovery of the 'Other Europe'. There has never been a better time to visit窶馬or a better way. Above photo: Prague, Czech Republic
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Imperial Highlights 8 Day Escorted Tour from $1589 Including Airfare Choice A - Prague and Vienna Choice B - Vienna and Budapest DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: CHOICE A - PRAGUE & VIENNA DAY 1: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Prague. DAY 2: PRAGUE Upon arrival in Prague, you will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a traditional folklore dinner in a local restaurant. (D) DAY 3: PRAGUE After breakfast, begin your sightseeing tour of Prague in the old part of the city to view the Old Town Square, the famous Astronomical Clock, Jewish Quarter, St. Nicholas Church, Charles Bridge and more. The rest of your day is at leisure. Tonight, enjoy an opera performance. (B) DAY 4: PRAGUE Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, cross the Vltava River to visit the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St. Vitvus Cathedral. This afternoon the remainder of your day is at leisure to discover Prague’s hidden treasures. (B) DAY 5: PRAGUE / VIENNA Depart Prague after breakfast for Vienna. Travel by motor-coach or first class train to Vienna, “City of Waltz”. The rest of your day is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a typical Viennese dinner at a typical local Heurigen restaurant. (B,D) DAY 6: VIENNA Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, your guided morning tour will include a visit to the Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and view the Belvedere Palace, Prater amusement park, the United Nations buildings, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and other vivid reminders of the city’s imperial history. This afternoon you are free to explore this beautiful city. This evening, enjoy an evening concert of featuring Strauss and Mozart music. (B) DAY 7: VIENNA This morning take a guided visit to the Kunsthistorische Museum. The remainder of your day is at leisure. (B) DAY 8: VIENNA / USA After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B) CHOICE B - VIENNA & BUDAPEST DAY 1: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Vienna. DAY 2: VIENNA Upon arrival in Vienna, you will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a typical Viennese dinner at a typical local Heurigen restaurant. (D)
NEW DAY 3 & DAY 4: VIENNA Same as day 6 and 7 of Choice A. DAY 5: VIENNA / BUDAPEST After breakfast, journey eastbound by motorcoach or first class train to Budapest, better know as the Paris of the East. Upon arrival at your hotel the rest of your day is at leisure. (B) DAY 6: BUDAPEST After breakfast, your morning sightseeing tour includes views of the decorative Parliament building, seat of the National Assembly; Vaci Utca, a pedestrian street lined with shops and restaurants; Heroes’ Square with the Millennium Memorial, 118 foot high Corinthian Church, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The balance of the day is at leisure. (B) DAY 7: BUDAPST Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. This morning, your sightseeing tour will focus on the Castle Hill area, the 13th century Matthias Church, Fisherman’s Bastian and Royal Palace. The rest of your day is at leisure. Enjoy Budapest at your own pace. This evening, enjoy dinner at a typical csarda restaurant. (B,D) DAY 8: BUDAPEST / USA After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 3-night hotel accommodations in Prague OR Budapest • 3-night hotel accommodations in Vienna • Breakfast daily throughout the tour • Sightseeing as per itinerary • Dinner at a typical Viennese restaurant • Strauss and Mozart concert in Vienna • Folklore dinner in Prague for choice A itinerary • Opera performance in Prague for choice A itinerary • Dinner at a typical Czarda restaurant in Budapest for choice B itinerary • Inter-city travel by modern motorcoach or first class train • All transfers as per itinerary • Professional Tour Director throughout ** • Luggage handling in hotels of one piece per person • Hotel room taxes and service charges • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee **In case of traveling by train, the tour will be fully locally escorted.
Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City First Class AMBASSADOR PRAGUE: VIENNA: SAVOY / ANANAS BUDAPEST: MERCURE KORONA
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Choice A - Prague & Vienna departs select Thursdays from USA. Choice B - Vienna & Budapest departs select Sundays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. CHOICE A - PRAGUE & VIENNA JAN 17 $1589 1589 FEB 14, 28 MAR 20 1589 APR 3, 17 2149 MAY 1, 15 2149 MAY 29 2569 JUN 12 2569 JUN 26 2499 JUL 10, 24 2499 AUG 7, 21 2499 SEP 4 2499 SEP 18 2149 OCT 2, 16 2149 OCT 30 2089 SINGLE SUPPL 689 CHOICE B - VIENNA & BUDAPEST JAN 20 2059 FEB 17 2059 MAR 2 2059 MAR 23 2199 APR 6, 20 2169 MAY 4 2169 MAY 18 2769 JUN 1, 15 2769 JUN 29 2679 JUL 13, 27 2679 AUG 10, 24 2679 SEP 7 2679 SEP 21 2179 OCT 5, 19 2179 NOV 2 2119 SINGLE SUPPL 319 Prices are per person based on double /triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: JAN-MAR $450, APR 1-MAY 15: $500, MAY 16-SEP 7: $850, SEP 8-OCT 29: $500. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Grand Capitals 11 Day Hosted Tour from $1979 Including Airfare Prague, Vienna, Budapest
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Fisherman’s Bastion, Budapest
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, THU: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Prague. DAY 2, FRI: PRAGUE Upon arrival in Prague, you will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a traditional folklore dinner in a local restaurant. (D) DAY 3, SAT: PRAGUE After breakfast, begin your sightseeing tour of Prague in the old part of the city to view the Old Town Square, the famous Astronomical Clock, Jewish Quarter, St. Nicholas Church, Charles Bridge and more. The rest of your day is at leisure. Tonight, enjoy an opera performance. (B) DAY 4, SUN: PRAGUE Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, cross the Vltava River to visit the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St. Vitvus Cathedral. This afternoon the remainder of your day is at leisure to discover Prague’s hidden treasures. (B) DAY 5, MON: PRAGUE / VIENNA Depart Prague after breakfast for Vienna. Travel by motor-coach or first class train to Vienna, “City of Waltz”. The rest of your day is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a typical Viennese dinner at a typical local Heurigen restaurant. (B,D) DAY 6, TUE: VIENNA Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, your guided morning tour will include a visit to the Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and view the Belvedere Palace, Prater amusement park, the United Nations buildings, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and other vivid reminders of the city’s imperial history. This afternoon you are free to explore 24
this beautiful city. This evening, enjoy an evening concert featuring Strauss and Mozart music. (B) DAY 7, WED: VIENNA This morning take a guided visit to the Kunsthistorische Museum. The remainder of your day is at leisure. (B) DAY 8, THU: VIENNA / BUDAPEST After breakfast, journey eastbound by motor-coach or first class train to Budapest, better know as the Paris of the East. Upon arrival at your hotel the rest of your day is at leisure. (B) DAY 9, FRI: BUDAPEST After breakfast, your morning sightseeing tour includes views of the decorative Parliament building, seat of the National Assembly; Vaci Utca, a pedestrian street lined with shops and restaurants; Heroes’ Square with the Millennium Memorial, 118 foot high Corinthian Church, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The balance of the day is at leisure. (B) DAY 10, SAT: BUDAPEST Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. This morning, your sightseeing tour will focus on the Castle Hill area, the 13th century Matthias Church, Fisherman’s Bastian and Royal Palace. The rest of your day is at leisure. Enjoy Budapest at your own pace. This evening, enjoy dinner at a typical csarda restaurant. (B, D) DAY 11, SUN: BUDAPEST/USA After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B) Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City First Class PRAGUE: AMBASSADOR VIENNA: SAVOY / ANANAS BUDAPEST: MERCURE KORONA
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Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Prague 3-night hotel accommodations in Vienna 3-night hotel accommodations in Budapest Breakfast daily throughout the tour Prague city sightseeing tour Vienna city sightseeing tour Budapest city sightseeing tour Dinner with folklore in Prague Dinner at a typical local Heurigen restaurant at Vienna Farewell dinner at typical csarda restaurant in Budapest with entertainment Opera performance in Prague Strauss & Mozart Concert in Vienna Inter-city travel by modern motor-coach or first class train All transfers as per itinerary Professional Tour Director throughout* Luggage handling in hotels of one piece per person Hotel taxes and service charges USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee * In case of traveling by train, the tour will be fully locally escorted.
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Grand Capitals tour departs on select Thursdays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S cities are available upon request. JAN 17 $1979 FEB 14, 28 1979 MAR 20 1979 APR 3, 17 2649 MAY 1, 15 2649 MAY 29 3229 JUN 12 3229 JUN 26 3159 JUL 10, 24 3159 AUG 7, 21 3159 SEP 4 3159 SEP 18 2649 OCT 2, 16 2649 OCT 30 2619 SINGLE SUPPL 769 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: JAN-MAR: $490, APR 1-MAY 15: $540, MAY 16-SEP 7: $910, SEP 8-OCT 29: $540. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Eastern European Highlights 10 Day Escorted Tour from $2149 Including Airfare Vienna, Budapest, Krakow and Warsaw
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Old Town, Warsaw
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, FRI: USA: Depart USA for an overnight flight to Vienna. DAY 2, SAT: VIENNA Upon arrival in Vienna, you will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a typical Viennese dinner at a typical local Heurigen restaurant. (B,D) DAY 3, SUN: VIENNA Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, your guided morning tour will include a visit to the Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and view the Belvedere Palace, Prater amusement park, the United Nations buildings, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and other vivid reminders of the city’s imperial history. This afternoon you are free to explore this beautiful city. (B) DAY 4, MON: VIENNA / BUDAPEST After breakfast, journey eastbound by motorcoach or first class train to Budapest, better known as the Paris of the East. Upon arrival at your hotel the rest of your day is at leisure. (B,D) DAY 5, TUE: BUDAPEST After breakfast, your morning sightseeing tour includes views of the decorative Parliament building, seat of the National Assembly; Vaci Utca, a pedestrian street lined with shops and restaurants; Heroes’ Square with the Millennium Memorial, 118 foot high Corinthian Church, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The balance of the day is at leisure. (B) DAY 6, WED: BUDAPEST / KRAKOW After breakfast, the road to Krakow winds through the lovely hills and countryside of Slovakia, past the Tatras Mountains and into the great plains of Poland. A relaxing dinner in Krakow is planned upon arrival. (B,D)
DAY 7, THU: KRAKOW This morning, your sightseeing tour starts with a visit to the Wawel Hill, viewing the Royal Castle and visiting the Royal Cathedral. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town where you will visit the Main Market Square, Renaissance Cloth Hall and St. Mary’s Church. Your afternoon is free to explore the city. (B) DAY 8, FRI: KRAKOW / WARSAW Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Perhaps join an optional trip to one of the most somber memorials of the past, Auschwitz Concentration Camp. Later, journey to Czestochowa and visit the Yasna Gora Monastery, known for the blackened picture of the Virgin Mary popularly called the “Black Madonna”. In the late afternoon, arrive in Poland’s capital city, Warsaw. (B,D) DAY 9, SAT: WARSAW The 700 year old capital is a symbol of Polish nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. Your sightseeing tour includes a drive along the famous Royal Route from magnificent Castle Square to Lazienski Park and Palace, summer residence of the last king of Poland. Pass by the Palace of Science and Culture (known as a “wedding cake”), the Saxon Gardens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Monument to the Heroes of Warsaw Ghetto and the Barbican. Continue with the walking tour of the Old Town, the Old Market Square and St. John’s Cathedral. The rest of the day is free for relaxing, shopping, a stroll through the city or an optional tour late afternoon Chopin concert. (B) DAY 10, SUN: WARSAW / USA After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
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Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* 2-night hotel accommodations in Vienna 2-night hotel accommodations in Budapest 2-night hotel accommodations in Krakow 2-night hotel accommodations in Warsaw City sightseeing tours of Vienna, Budapest, Krakow and Warsaw Breakfast daily throughout the tour 4 dinners as per itinerary All transfers as per itinerary Touring by modern air-conditioned motorcoach Professional Tour Director throughout Luggage handling in hotels of one piece per person Hotel taxes and service charges Assistance at the airport(s) by Homeric Tours representative USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City First Class VIENNA: RENAISSANCE BUDAPEST: MERCURE KORONA KRAKOW: RADISSON SAS / HOLIDAY INN WARSAW: RADISSON SAS
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Eastern European Highlights departs on select Fridays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S cities are available upon request. MAY 16, 30 $2729 JUN 13 2729 JUN 27 2659 JUL 11, 25 2659 AUG 8, 22 2659 SEP 5 2659 SEP 19 2149 OCT 3 2149 SINGLE SUPPL 539 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: MAY 16-SEP 7: $910, SEP 8-OCT 29: $540. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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8 Day Escorted Tour from $ 2619 Including Airfare Moscow, Novgorod, St. Petersburg
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 2-night hotel accommodations in Moscow • 1-night hotel accommodation in Novgorod • 3-night hotel accommodations in St. Petersburg • Breakfast daily throughout the tour • 4 dinners as per itinerary • Sightseeing tour of Moscow • Sightseeing tour of Novgorod • Sightseeing tour of St. Petersburg including the world-famous Hermitage museum • Professional Tour Director throughout • Touring by modern motorcoach • All transfers as per itinerary
St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow
• Hotel room taxes and service charges
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Moscow. DAY 2, SAT: MOSCOW Upon arrival in Moscow, you will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure. Welcome dinner this evening. (D) DAY 3, SUN: MOSCOW Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Moscow is one of the largest cities in the world. Today, your sightseeing begins in Red Square, dominated by St. Basil’s Cathedral and by the massive red walls of the Kremlin. Visit the Armory Museum; proceed to see the Moscow University and the popular Arbat shopping district. Continue with a drive along the wide boulevards and then stroll through GUM, Russia’s largest department store. The rest of your day is at leisure. We suggest to take part in an optional tour by night of Moscow and its’ subway. (B) DAY 4, MON: MOSCOW / TVER / NOVGOROD After breakfast, depart for Tver, an ancient trading port nestled on the banks of the Volga River. The city offers fascinating treasures, including Putevoy Dvorets, built for Catherine II as a resting place on her journeys from Moscow to St. Petersburg. Enjoy a short sightseeing of this remarkable city. End the day in historic Novgorod, founded almost twelve centuries ago. (B,D) 26
DAY 5, TUE: NOVGOROD / ST. PETERSBURG This morning, your sightseeing tour of Novgorod starts at the Kremlin with a visit to St. Sophia Cathedral. Cross the river via a pedestrian bridge to visit the Yaroslav Court. This afternoon, travel north to St. Petersburg, the former capital of the Romanov Czars. Upon arrival enjoy your sightseeing tour of the city starting with a visit to Peter and Paul Fortress, quarter of the City museum and its’ cathedral, housing the crypt of the Russian emperor. Next, visit St. Isaac’s Cathedral. (B,D)
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DAY 6, WED: ST. PETERSBURG In 1703, Peter the Great founded the city of St. Petersburg. He hired Europe’s best architects, craftsmen and artists to build and decorate this graceful city. Spread over 100 islands linked by over 600 bridges, it is often referred to as “Venice of the North”. This morning, your sightseeing tour feature highlight is the world-famous Hermitage, which houses many treasures from the Czarist era. This afternoon your day is free to explore this historical and art-rich city. (B, D)
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DAY 7, THU: ST. PETERSBURG Your day is at leisure. An optional tour to visit Petrodvorets, Peter the Great’s Summer Palace, will be available. This evening take part in optional tour featuring a folkloric performance. (B) DAY 8, FRI: ST. PETERSBURG / USA After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City First Class MOSCOW: MARRIOTT GRAND NOVOGROD: BERESTA ST. PETERSBURG: PARK INN PULKOVSKAYA
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Taste of Russia departs on select Fridays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S cities are available upon request. MAY 9 $2619 MAY 30 2999 JUN 20 2999 JUL 11 2929 AUG 1, 22 2929 SEP 12 2619 OCT 3 2619 SINGLE SUPPL 499 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: MAY 1-15: $650, MAY 16-SEP 7: $1100, SEP 8-OCT 29: $650. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Dubrovnik
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Dubrovnik. DAY 2, SAT: DUBROVNIK Upon arrival in Dubrovnik, you will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure. (D) DAY 3, SUN: DUBROVNIK Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, your guided walking tour of “Old Dubrovnik” includes the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column and the Sponza Palace. You will also see the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its’ Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B) DAY 4, MON: DUBROVNIK / SPLIT After breakfast, journey north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its’ Renaissance and structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral. (B,D) DAY 5, TUE: SPLIT / TROGIR / PLITVICE LAKES After breakfast, head to Trogir, the center of artistic activities. Scholars from around the world gather here to study and paint. Travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery by the dense wooded mountains and lush vegetation. (B,D)
DAY 6, WED: OPATIJA / POSTOJNA / BLED Return to the coast and travel along the beautiful bay of Kvarner to its popular resort, Opatija. Afterwards, journey north to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour the fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Afterwards, continue to Bled, beautifully set amidst the Julian Alps. (B,D) DAY 7, THU: BLED Breakfast at your hotel. This morning, your sightseeing tour of Bled features the charming town with the lakeshore, and imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff high above the lake. The balance of the day is at leisure for optional activities, such as visiting the small island in the middle of the lake. (B) DAY 8, FRI: LJUBLJANA / ZAGREB Start your day with a walking tour of Ljublijana, the capital of Slovenia. Visit the most significant sights of the old centre: the picturesque Central open-air Market and the Three Bridges, both designed by famous architect Joze Plecnik, Baroque Town Hall and Robba’s Fountain. Then, continue to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. (B,D) DAY 9, SAT: ZAGREB After breakfast, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament and the Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or take an optional excursion to the country side. (B) DAY 10, SUN: ZAGREB / USA After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* 2-night hotel accommodations in Dubrovnik 1-night hotel accommodation in Split 1-night hotel accommodation in Plitvice Lakes 2-night hotel accommodations in Bled 2-night hotel accommodations in Zagreb Breakfast daily throughout the tour 5 dinners as per itinerary Excursions and sightseeing as per itinerary Touring by modern air-conditioned motorcoach All transfers as per itinerary Professional Tour Director throughout Luggage handling in hotels of one piece per person Hotel taxes and service charges USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City First Class DUBROVNIK: ARGOSY / TIRENA SPLIT: PRESIDENT PLITVICE: JEZERO BLED: PARK / GOLF ZAGREB: REGENT ESPLANADE
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Dalmatian Sunshine departs on select Fridays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S cities are available upon request. APR 18 $2459 APR 25 2559 MAY 2, 9 2559 MAY 16, 23, 30 3119 JUN 6, 13, 20 3119 JUN 27 3059 JUL 4, 11, 18 3059 AUG 15, 22, 29 3059 SEP 5 3059 SEP 12, 19, 26 2559 OCT 3, 10, 17, 24 2559 OCT 31 2389 NOV 7 2339 SINGLE SUPPL 559 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: APR 1-MAY 15: $650, MAY 16-SEP 7 $1100, SEP 8-OCT 29: $650, OCT 30-NOV 7: $530. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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15 Day Escorted Tour from $3029 Including Airfare Zagreb, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice Lakes, Bled and Venice
Arial view of Zagreb
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Zagreb. DAY 2, SAT: ZAGREB Upon arrival in Zagreb, you will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure. Welcome dinner. (D) DAY 3, SUN: ZAGREB After breakfast, enjoy a city tour featuring the historic Upper Town, St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, the Parliament and the Government Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the winding streets of the old town or take an optional excursion to the country side. (B) DAY 4, MON: ZAGREB / SARAJEVO Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, journey south, out of Croatia to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Your day is at leisure. (B,D) DAY 5, TUE: SARAJEVO / DUBROVNIK Sarajevo has been influenced by a number of cultures and civilizations. On your city tour, visit the picturesque Turkish bazaar “Bas Carsija” the Husref Bay’s Mosque, Olympic Stadium and Gavrilo Princp Museum. Then, continue, your trip through the mountains and along the gorge of the Neretva River to Mostar. Here, see the remains of the Turkish quarter and the reconstruction efforts on the 16th century stone bridge. Travel on to Dubrovnik. (B,D) DAY 6, WED: DUBROVNIK Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today, your guided walking tour of “Old Dubrovnik” includes the Rector’s Palace, Bell Tower Clock, Orlando’s Column and the Sponza Palace. You will also see the Dominican Monastery and Franciscan Monastery with its’ Pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B) DAY 7, THU: DUBROVNIK / MONTENEGRO / DUBROVNIK Travel to the Republic of Montenegro. This morning, we head towards the mouth of the beautiful Bay of Kotor, the longest and deepest fjord in Southern Europe. See the little towns of Risan and Kotor. Afterwards, we proceed to Cetjne, once the seat of Montenegrin rulers, today a city-museum. This afternoon we travel through the coast with stops in Sveti Stefan and Budva before returning to Dubrovnik. (B) 28
DAY 8, FRI: DUBROVNIK / SPLIT After breakfast, depart Dubrovnik and travel north along the spectacular Adriatic coast, past old fishing villages and new resorts, to Split. Enjoy a city tour featuring the historic inner city, built around the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. See the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, its’ Renaissance and Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple, the Peristyle and the Cathedral. (B,D) DAY 9, SAT: SPLIT / TROGIR / PLITVICE LAKES This morning, we travel to Trogir, the center of artistic activities. Scholars from around the world gather to study and paint here. Then, turn inland and journey to Plitvice Lakes National Park. (B,D) DAY 10, SUN: PLITVICE LAKES Today, enjoy a full day in Plitvice National Park, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the breathtaking scenery of the natural wonder with 16 terraced lakes surrounded by thickly wooded mountains and lush vegetation. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B,D) DAY 11, MON: PLITVICE LAKES / OPATIJA / BLED After breakfast, travel to the beautiful bay of Kvarner and its’ popular resort, Opatija. An orientation tour of Opatija will present the highlights of this former Imperial resort city. This afternoon, drive across the border into Slovenia and on to picturesque Bled. (B,D) DAY 12, TUE: BLED This morning, your sightseeing tour of Bled features the charming town with the lakeshore, and imposing Bled Castle, perched on a cliff above the lake. After your tour, travel to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Here, view the Central open-air Market, the Three Bridges and the Parliament. Return to Bled in the evening. (B) DAY 13, WED: BLED / VENICE After breakfast, travel south to Postojna, home to one of the largest caves in Europe. Tour this fantastic subterranean world by miniature electric train. Then, continue on to the marvelous city of Venice. (B) DAY 14, THU: VENICE Today, begin with a walking tour of Venice featuring the major highlights: St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, the Bell Tower and the Bridge of Sighs. The tour ends with a visit to a glass blowing factory where you may see the demonstration of a traditional Venetian glass blowing. Balance of the day is at leisure. In the afternoon, enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop or join an optional gondola ride. Farewell dinner at local restaurant. (B,D) DAY 15, FRI: VENICE / USA After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
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Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* 2-night hotel accommodations in Zagreb 1-night hotel accommodation in Sarajevo 3-night hotel accommodations in Dubrovnik 1-night hotel accommodation in Split 2-night hotel accommodation in Plitvice Lakes 2-night hotel accommodations in Bled 2-night hotel accommodations in Venice Breakfast daily throughout the tour 7 dinners as per itinerary Farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Venice Sightseeing as per itinerary Touring by modern air-conditioned motorcoach All transfers as per itinerary Professional Tour Director throughout Luggage handling in hotels of one piece per person • Hotel room taxes and service charges • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee Hotels used on this tour (or similar) City First Class ZAGREB REGENT ESPLANADE SARAJEVO HOLIDAY INN OR GRAND DUBROVNIK ARGOSY SPLIT PRESIDENT PLITVICE LAKES JEZERO BLED PARK OR GOLF VENICE PRINCIPE OR AMADEUS
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Zagreb to Venice departs on select Fridays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. APR 18 $3029 MAY 2 3219 MAY 16, 23 3639 JUN 6, 20 3639 JUL 4, 18 3579 AUG 15, 29 3579 SEP 5 3579 SEP 12, 19 3199 OCT 3 3199 SINGLE SUPPL 699 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $150 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotel featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGES) APPLY: APR 1-MAY 15: $690, MAY 16-SEP 7 $990, SEP 8-OCT 29: $690. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Egypt Grand monuments, indescribable mystery. Come with Homeric Tours to Egypt and visit one of the most awe-inspiring civilizations dating back to 5000 B.C. Drive along the vast expanses of the burning Sahara Desert, visit the Pyramids of Giza, the enigmatic Sphinx, the magnificent Abu Simbel, the monuments at Luxor, and the granite statues in Aswan. Homeric Tours’ vacations are tailored for the American traveler. Our packages offer a variety of itineraries with deluxe and luxury hotels and Nile cruises, which have been carefully selected to meet every traveler’s needs. Experienced, courteous and knowledgeable representatives are available to satisfy your every requirement in exploring Egypt. Above photo: Karnak Temple, Luxor
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Egyptian Escape 8 Days from $1799 Including Airfare Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, 4-Day Nile Cruise
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Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* All flights within Egypt 3-night hotel accommodations in Cairo Breakfast daily in Cairo 1 full day of sightseeing tour in Cairo, including the Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili bazaars and all entrance fees The service of an English-speaking guide during the tour 3-night Nile cruise with all meals included Sightseeing in Aswan, Luxor and all shore excursions, as per cruise itinerary All transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort Baggage handling Hotel and cruise taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
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Egyptian Escape departs every Wednesday from USA with Egypt Air. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. CAIRO:
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Feluccas on the Nile
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, WED: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Cairo. Full service on board. DAY 2, THU: CAIRO Arrival in Cairo. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Egypt and transfers you to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, FRI: CAIRO/ ASWAN / NILE CRUISE After breakfast transfer to the airport for the flight to Aswan. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your cruise ship. After lunch visit the High Dam, masterpiece of modern engineering built to end the disastrous Nile floods. Continue to the Temple of Philae and unfinished Obelisk. (B,L,D) DAY 4, SAT: NILE CRUISE After breakfast sail to Kom Ombo to visit the Ptolemaic Temple built for Horus & Sobek. Sail to Edfu. (B,L,D) DAY 5, SUN: NILE CRUISE Morning visit of the 2000 year old well preserved Temple of Horus. Sail to Luxor via Esna. (B,L,D) DAY 6, MON: NILE CRUISE / LUXOR / CAIRO After breakfast visit the most important area of the Nile, the West Bank. The Valley of Kings containing the secretive tombs of New Kingdom Pharaohs, the Valley of Queens, the temple 30
of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi Memnon. Continue to the East Bank to visit the Karnak & Luxor Temples before returning to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at your hotel. (B) DAY 7, TUE: CAIRO After breakfast begin your full day tour, visiting the Egyptian Museum, home of the world’s greatest collections of antiquities from the Pharaonic period. Continue your sightseeing to the Giza Pyramids. Examine Cheop’s 4500 year old Great Pyramid and sneak a peek at the inner burial chambers. Explore the pyramids built by Mycerinus and Chepheren and beware the mighty Sphinx protector of the Pharaohs. Visit the Khan El Khalili bazaar before returning to your hotel for overnight. (B) DAY 8, WED: CAIRO / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. (B) Passengers sailing on the Sonesta Sun Goddess will begin the cruise on Saturday from Luxor, and the cruise itinerary will be performed in reverse. Due to closing of Esna Lock in January, June and December, the sightseeing to Luxor will be operated by motorcoach.
2008 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-MAR 31 $1849 $1919 APR 1-APR 30 1929 1989 MAY 1-MAY 31 1799 1889 JUN 1-JUN 15 2139 2229 JUN 16-JUL 9 2339 2419 JUL 10-JUL 31 2419 2559 AUG 1-AUG 15 2229 2369 AUG 16-AUG 31 1969 2119 SEP 1-SEP 30 1849 1929 OCT 1-OCT 31 2079 2189 NOV 1-DEC 12 2029 2139 DEC 13-DEC 24 2569 2689 DEC 25-DEC 31 2029 2139 2009 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-MAR 31 2029 2139 APR 1-APR 30 2079 2189 MAY 1-MAY 31 1939 2069 SINGLE SUPPL 319 489 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. A supplement of $360.00 will apply to one passenger traveling alone, in addition to the single supplement. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $ 100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Business class upgrades and additional nights in Cairo are available upon request. Holiday supplement of $350 per person on twin occupancy and $520 single occupancy, applies for stays in Egypt between Dec 24-Jan 4, Mar 19-Apr 2,’08 and Apr 8-22,’09. Optional tour to Abu Simbel with private guide: $275 DEDUCTIONS FOR NOT TAKING THE INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE): JAN 1-MAR 31: $710 per person. APR 1-MAY 31, NOV 1-DEC 12 & DEC 25-31: $750 per person. JUN 1-15 & AUG 1-15: $990 per person. JUN 16JUL 31 & DEC 13-24: $1100 per person. AUG 16-OCT 31: $790 per person. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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Egyptian Delight 10 Days from $2229 Including Airfare Cairo, Memphis, 5-Day Nile Cruise, Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan
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Philae Temple, Aswan
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Cairo. Full service on board. DAY 2, SAT: CAIRO Arrival in Cairo. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Egypt and transfers you to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, SUN: CAIRO After breakfast depart for your full day. Visit the Great Pyramid built 4500 years ago, and sneak a peek at the inner burial chambers. Explore the pyramids built by Mycerinus and Chepheren and beware the mighty Sphinx protector of the Pharaohs. After lunch drive to Memphis, ancient Egypt’s first capital, where you will discover Sakkara, the necropolis of this city and site of Djoser’s step Pyramid. (B,L) DAY 4, MON: CAIRO / LUXOR / NILE CRUISE After breakfast transfer to the airport for the flight to Luxor. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your cruise ship. Visit the East Bank of the Nile to see the famous Karnak TempleComplex, built by generations of Pharaohs over a 2000 year period. Continue to the Avenue of the Sphinxes and the Exquisite Temple of Luxor with its grand colonnades. Dinner and overnight on board. (B,L,D) DAY 5, TUE: NILE CRUISE: Today visit the most important area of the Nile by crossing to West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings and Queens where the tombs of the Great Pharaohs with exquisite colors on walls still visible from thousand of years ago. Then proceed to the Valley of the Queen to visit the temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, before returning to the cruise ship. (B,L,D) DAY 6, WED: NILE CRUISE Sail to Edfu, where you will visit the 2000 year old and well preserved Temple of Horus. Return to the ship and sail to Kom Ombo. (B,L,D)
DAY 7, THU: NILE CRUISE This morning visit the Kom Ombo Temple built for Gods Sobek & Haeronis and sail to Aswan. Visit the High Dam, the granite Quarries, the Temple of Philae and the unfinished Obelisk. In the afternoon sail on the Nile by felucca around Kitchener’s Island. (B,L,D) DAY 8, FRI: NILE CRUISE / ASWAN / CAIRO After breakfast disembark in Aswan and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at your hotel. (B) DAY 9, SAT: CAIRO After breakfast begin a full day tour visiting the Egyptian Museum, containing the largest collection from the Pharaonic period. Afternoon tour of the Citadel of Saladin, the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, Old Cairo’s Coptic Church and the century-old Ben Ezra Synagogue, followed by a visit to Khan El Khalili bazaar. Tonight you will attend the spectacular Sound & Light show at the Pyramids. (B) DAY 10, SUN: CAIRO / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. (B) Sonesta St. George I sails from Luxor on Mondays. Itinerary as above. Movenpick Radamis II sails from Luxor on Tuesdays. Movenpick Royal Lotus sails from Aswan on Tuesdays and the cruise itinerary will operate in reverse. For cruise sailings on Tuesdays, you will have three overnights in Cairo prior to the cruise and one after the cruise. Due to closing of Esna Lock in June, January and December, the sightseeing to Luxor will be operated by motorcoach.
Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* All flights within Egypt 4-night hotel accommodations in Cairo Breakfast daily in Cairo 2 full days of sightseeing in Cairo, including all entrance fees and one lunch. Included Sites: Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis & Sakkara, Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Citadel, Mohammed Ali Mosque and Khan El Khalili bazaars • Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids area • The service of an English speaking guide during the tours • 4-night Nile cruise with all meals included • Sightseeing in Luxor, Aswan and all shore excursions, as per cruise itinerary • All transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort • Baggage handling • Hotel and cruise taxes and service charges • 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Egyptian Delight departs every Friday from USA with Egypt Air. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. CAIRO:
NILE CRUISE:
RAMSES HILTON
CAIRO MARRIOTT & OMAR KHAYYAM CASINO
FOUR SEASONS First Residence (superior rooms) SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL CONRAD CAIRO MOVENPICK MOVENPICK SONESTA RADAMIS II ROYAL LOTUS ST. GEORGE I
2008 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-MAR 31 $2239 $2419 $3229 APR 1-APR 30 2319 2479 3299 MAY 1-MAY 31 2229 2389 3239 JUN 1-JUN 15 2569 2719 3579 JUN 16-JUL 17 2759 2919 3769 JUL 18-JUL 31 2929 3069 3929 AUG 1-AUG 15 2729 2889 3729 AUG 16-AUG 31 2479 2629 3479 SEP 1-SEP 30 2279 2429 3279 OCT 1-OCT 31 2529 2719 3539 NOV 1-DEC 12 2479 2659 3489 DEC 13-DEC 24 3029 3199 4029 DEC 25-DEC 31 2479 2659 3489 2009 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-MAR 31 2469 2659 3489 APR 1-APR 30 2529 2719 3539 MAY 1-MAY 31 2429 2589 3439 SINGLE SUPPL 589 629 1029 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. A supplement of $319.00 will apply to one passenger traveling alone in addition to the single supplement. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Business class upgrades are available upon request. Holiday supplement applies for stays in Egypt between Dec 24 to Jan 4, Mar 19 to Apr 2’08 and Apr 8-22’09 as follows: Hotels Hilton Ramses and Cairo Marriott: $335 per person twin occupancy and $485 single occupancy. Hotel Four Seasons: $540 per person twin occupancy and $829 single occupancy. A supplement of $679 per person twin occupancy and $1599 per person single occupancy will apply for substituting the Sonesta St. George I with the Sonesta Star Goddess, Beethoven Suite. Optional tour to Abu Simbel with private guide: $275 DEDUCTIONS FOR NOT TAKING THE INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE): JAN 1-MAR 31: $710 per person. APR 1-MAY 31, NOV 1-DEC 12 & DEC 25-31: $750 per person. JUN 1-15 & AUG 1-15: $990 per person. JUN 16-JUL 31 & DEC 13-24: $1100 per person. AUG 16-OCT 31: $790 per person. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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Palaces of Egypt 12 Days from $4529 Including Airfare
Cairo, Memphis, 5-Day Luxury Nile Cruise, Abu Simbel, Aswan, Luxor, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna
The Sphinx and Pyramids, Cairo
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Cairo. Full service on board. DAY 2: CAIRO Arrival in Cairo. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Egypt and transfers you to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3: CAIRO After breakfast depart for your full day tour. Visit the Great Pyramid, built 4500 years ago, and sneak a peek at the inner burial chambers at its 13 acres base. Explore the pyramids built by Mycerinus and Chepheren and beware the mighty Sphinx protector of the Pharaohs. After lunch drive to Memphis, ancient Egypt’s first capital, where you will discover Sakkara, the necropolis of this city and site of Djoser’s step Pyramid. Tonight, enjoy the spectacular Sound and Light show at the Pyramids. (B,L) DAY 4: CAIRO / ABU SIMBEL / ASWAN Buffet breakfast. Fly to the colossal Temple of Abu Simbel carved from solid rock in 1235 B.C by the great pharaoh Ramses II. Beside it stands the Temple of Athor, honoring the pharaoh’s wife, Nefertari. Flight back to Aswan. Upon arrival in Aswan you will be transferred to Old Cataract Palace hotel for check in. Dinner at your hotel. (B,D) DAY 5: ASWAN / NILE CRUISE Buffet breakfast. After a leisurely morning, a private car and driver wait for your transfer to your deluxe Oberoi Philae Nile cruise ship. Lunch on board. This afternoon, board small feluccas to cruise along the Nile to visit the botanical gardens and Elephantine Island. Evening activities on board with buffet dinner. (B,L,D) 32
DAY 6: NILE CRUISE This morning we tour Aswan’s high Dam, the granite quarries and the temple of Philae. Lunch back on board before setting sail to Kom Ombo as you proceed north toward Luxor. Visit to Kom Ombo. Continue sailing to Edfu. Overnight on board. (B,L,D)
DAY 12: CAIRO / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
DAY 7: NILE CRUISE Take an early morning drive by horse drawn carriages to the Temple of Edfu. Return to the cruise ship for your buffet lunch. In the afternoon, view the Esna Temple and continue sailing to Luxor. (B,L,D) DAY 8: NILE CRUISE Today you will proceed to the Valley of the Kings and Queens, visiting the tombs of the Great Pharaohs. Lunch on board. This afternoon, visit the East bank of the Nile visiting the famous Karnak Temple-Complex. (B,L,D) DAY 9: NILE CRUISE / LUXOR Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the Old Winter Palace hotel, which is located along the Nile River. Tonight you will attend the breathtaking Sound & Light performance at Karnak Temple. (B,D) DAY 10: LUXOR / CAIRO Buffet breakfast. Morning at leisure. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo you will be transferred to Mena House hotel. (B)
DAYS 1, 2, 3: Same itinerary.
DAY 11: CAIRO After breakfast begin your full day tour visiting the Egyptian Museum, home of the world’s greatest collection of antiquities from the pharaonic period. Lunch will be served at the Intercontinental Hotel. Afternoon tour of the Citadel of Saladin, the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, Old Cairo’s beautiful Coptic Church and the century-old Ben Ezra Synagogue. Drive to the notorious alleys of the bazaar of Khan El Khalili. (B,L)
When the cruise sails from Luxor instead of Aswan, the cruise itinerary will operate as follows:
DAY 4: CAIRO / LUXOR Fly from Cairo to Luxor. Evening Sound & Light performance at Karnak Temple. Overnight in Luxor. (B,D) DAY 5: LUXOR / NILE CRUISE Embark on the Oberoi Philae Nile cruise and begin your cruise itinerary in reverse. (B,L,D) DAY 6: NILE CRUISE (B,L,D) DAY 7: NILE CRUISE (B,L,D) DAY 8: NILE CRUISE (B,L,D) DAY 9: NILE CRUISE / ABU SIMBEL / ASWAN Disembark your cruise ship and fly to Abu Simbel for sightseeing. Return to Aswan for overnight. (B,D) DAY 10: ASWAN / CAIRO Fly from Aswan to Cairo and overnight at the Mena House hotel. (B) DAYS 11, 12: Same itinerary. Due to closing of Esna Lock in June, January and December, the sightseeing to Luxor will be operated by motorcoach.
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Luxury DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Palace of Egypt departs Tuesdays & Fridays from USA with Egypt Air. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. 2008 DEPARTURES: CRUISE SAILINGS FROM LUXOR $4529 JAN 1, 11, 29 FEB 8, 26 4529 4529 MAR 7, 25 4599 APR 4, 22 MAY 2, 20, 30 4619 JUN 17, 27 5149 5149 JUL 15, 25 4949 AUG 12 AUG 22 4699 SEP 9, 19 4649 4919 OCT 7, 17 NOV 4, 14 4859 DEC 2, 12 4859
Oberoi Mena House Hotel, Cairo
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* • All flights within Egypt • 4-night hotel accommodations in Cairo at the Mena House Palace, Pyramids view • 1-night hotel accommodations in Aswan at the Old Cataract Aswan Oberoi • 1-night hotel accommodations in Luxor at the Old Winter Palace with Nile view • Breakfast daily in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor • Dinner in Aswan and Luxor • 2 full days of sightseeing tour in Cairo, by private car, including all entrance fees and lunch. Included Sites: The Pyramids, Sphinx, Solar Boat, Memphis & Sakkara, Egyptian Museum including the Mummies Room, Old Cairo, Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Citadel, Mohammed Ali Mosque and Khan El Khalili bazaars
• Sound & Light Show at Pyramids area in Cairo • Sound & Light show at Karnak Temple in Luxor • The service of an English speaking guide during the tours • 4-night luxury Nile cruise onboard Oberoi Philae, cabins with private balconies, all meals included • Sightseeing in Aswan, Luxor and all shore excursions, as per cruise itinerary • Abu Simbel tour including airfare • All transfers as per itinerary, by private car and English speaking escort • Baggage handling • Hotel and cruise taxes and service charges • 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
2008 DEPARTURES: CRUISE SAILINGS FROM ASWAN JAN 15, 25 4529 FEB 12, 22 4529 MAR 11, 21 4529 4599 APR 8, 18 4619 MAY 6, 16 JUN 3, 13 4949 JUL 1, 11, 29 5149 4949 AUG 8 AUG 26 4699 SEP 5, 23 4649 OCT 3, 21, 31 4919 NOV 18, 28 4859 DEC 16 5419 DEC 26 4859 SINGLE SUPPL 1359
Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. A supplement of $449.00 will apply to one passenger traveling alone, in addition to the single supplement. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Business class upgrades are available upon request. Holiday supplement of $889 per person twin occupancy and $1299 single occupancy applies for stays in Egypt between Dec 24 to Jan 4 and Mar 19-Apr 2. DEDUCTIONS FOR NOT TAKING THE INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE): JAN 1-MAR 31: $710 per person. APR 1-MAY 31, NOV 1-DEC 12 & DEC 25-31: $750 per person. JUN 1-15 & AUG 1-15: $990 per person. JUN16-JUL 31 & DEC 13-24: $1100 per person. AUG 16-OCT 31: $790 per person. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
The luxurious Oberoi Philae Khan El Khalili, Cairo
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Nile Wonder
NEW
12 Days from $2569 Including Airfare Cairo, 5-Day Nile Cruise, Aswan, Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Dendarah
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • • • Abu Simbel
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, FRI: NEW YORK Depart USA for an overnight flight to Cairo. Full service on board. DAY 2, SAT: CAIRO Arrive in Cairo. You will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure. DAY 3, SUN: CAIRO After breakfast begin your full day tour. Visit the Great Pyramid, built 4500 years ago and sneak a peek at the inner burial chambers at its 13 acres base. Explore the pyramids built by Mycerinus and Chepheren and beware the mighty Sphinx, protector of the Pharaohs. After lunch drive to Memphis, ancient Egypt’s first capital where you will discover Sakkara, the necropolis of this city and site of Djoser’s step Pyramid. (B,L) DAY 4, MON: CAIRO After breakfast begin a full day tour visiting the Egyptian Museum, containing the largest collection from the Pharaonic period. Continue your visit to the Citadel of Saladin, the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, Old Cairo’s Coptic Church and the century-old Ben Ezra Synagogue. Drive to the notorious alleys of the bazaar of Khan El Khalili before returning to your hotel. Tonight you will attend the spectacular Sound and Light show at the Pyramids. (B) DAY 5, TUE: CAIRO / ASWAN / NILE CRUISE Transfer to the airport for your flight to Aswan, where you will be met, assisted and transferred to your Nile cruise ship for embarkation. After lunch sail on the Nile by Felucca around Kitchener’s island. Evening activities on board the cruise. (B,L,D)
DAY 6, WED: NILE CRUISE This morning tour the High Dam, the temple of Philae and the unfinished Obelisk. Sail to Kom Ombo. After lunch visit the Ptolemaic temple shared by gods, Sobek & Haeronis. Sail to Edfu. (B,L,D) DAY 7, THU: NILE CRUISE After breakfast visit the 2000 year old, well preserved Temple of Horus. Return to the ship for lunch. Sail to Luxor via Esna. (B,L,D) DAY 8, FRI: NILE CRUISE Visit the most important area of the Nile by crossing to West bank to visit the Valley of the Kings and Queens where the tombs of the Great Pharaohs with exquisite colors on walls, still visible from thousands of years ago. Continue to the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El-Deir El-Bahari before returning to the ship for lunch. This afternoon visit the East bank of the Nile to see the famous Karnak Temple-Complex. (B,L,D) DAY 9, SAT: NILE CRUISE / LUXOR Disembark after breakfast and transfer to your hotel in Luxor. Today visit Dendarah to see the Temple of Hathor, which dates from the first century and took about 100 years to build. Overnight in Luxor. (B) DAY 10, SUN: LUXOR After breakfast visit the Luxor Museum, Nobles Tomb and Habu Temple. Overnight at your hotel in Luxor. (B) DAY 11, MON: LUXOR / CAIRO Transfer to Luxor airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. (B) DAY 12, TUE - CAIRO / NEW YORK You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day. (B) Due to closing of Esna Lock in January, June and December, the sightseeing to Luxor will be operated by motorcoach.
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Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* All flights within Egypt. 4-night hotel accommodations in Cairo 2-night hotel accommodations in Luxor Breakfast daily in Cairo and in Luxor 2 full days of sightseeing tour in Cairo, including all entrance fees and one lunch Half day of sightseeing in Dendarah and the Temple of Hathor Half day of sightseeing in Luxor including the Luxor Museum, Nobles Tomb and Habu Temple Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids area The service of an English-speaking guide during the tours 4-night Nile cruise with all meals included Sightseeing in Aswan, Luxor and all shore excursions, as per cruise itinerary. All transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort Baggage handling. Hotel and cruise taxes and service charges. 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Nile Wonder departs every Friday from USA with Egypt Air. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. CAIRO:
RAMSES HILTON
CAIRO MARRIOTT & OMAR KHAYYAM CASINO SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO CONRAD
CRUISE: LUXOR:
SONESTA SUN GODDESS SOFITEL KARNAK LUXOR
MOVENPICK ROYAL LOTUS SONESTA ST. GEORGE
$2579 2639 2569 2899 3099 3279 3089 2829 2609 2909 2859 3399 2859
$2749 2819 2719 3049 3249 3439 3249 2999 2749 3029 2979 3529 2979
2859 2909 2829 629
2979 3029 3029 689
2008 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-MAR 31 APR 1-APR 30 MAY 1-MAY 31 JUN 1-JUN 15 JUN 16-JUL 10 JUL 11-JUL 31 AUG 1-AUG 15 AUG 16-AUG 31 SEP 1-SEP 30 OCT 1-OCT 31 NOV 1-DEC 12 DEC 13-DEC 24 DEC 25-DEC 31 2009 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-MAR 31 APR 1-APR 30 MAY 1-MAY 29 SINGLE SUPPL
Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. A supplement of $399.00 will apply to one passenger traveling alone, in addition to the single supplement. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Business class upgrades are available upon request. Holiday supplement of $360 per person twin occupancy and $535 single occupancy applies for stays in Egypt between Dec 24 to Jan 4, Mar 19-Apr 2 and Apr 8-22,’09. Optional tour to Abu Simbel with private guide: $275 DEDUCTIONS FOR NOT TAKING THE INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE): JAN 1-MAR 31: $710 per person. APR 1-MAY 31, NOV 1-DEC 12 & DEC 25-31: $750 per person. JUN 1-15 & AUG 1-15: $990 per person. JUN 16-JUL 31 & DEC 13-24: $1100 per person. AUG 16-OCT 31: $790 per person. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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Nile Voyager 13 Days from $3039 Including Airfare
Cairo, Memphis, 7-Day Nile Cruise, Luxor, Dendarah, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel DAY 8, SUN: NILE CRUISE Travel by horse-drawn carriages to the Temple of Horus, the best preserved of all large Egyptian Temples. Sail to Kom Ombo, a hill tower overlooking the banks of the Nile for overnight, and visit the Greco Roman Temple of Kom Ombo. (B,L,D)
El Khalili bazaar, Cairo
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, SUN: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Cairo. Full service on board. DAY 2, MON: CAIRO Arrival in Cairo. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Egypt and transfers you to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, TUE: CAIRO After breakfast depart for your full day tour. Visit the Great Pyramid built 4500 years ago, and sneak a peek at the inner burial chambers. Explore the pyramids built by Mycerinus and Chepheren and beware the mighty Sphinx protector of the Pharaohs. After lunch drive to Memphis, ancient Egypt’s first capital, where you will discover Sakkara, the necropolis of this city and site of Djoser’s step Pyramid. (B,L) DAY 4, WED: CAIRO / LUXOR / NILE CRUISE After breakfast transfer to the airport for the flight to Luxor. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your cruise ship. Enjoy a relaxing sail along the Nile. (B,L,D) DAY 5, THU: NILE CRUISE Visit Dendarah and enjoy the Temple-Complex dedicated to Hathor, goddess of love, beauty and fertility. Afternoon sail to Luxor for overnight. (B,L,D) DAY 6, FRI: NILE CRUISE Visit Karnak Temple-Complex built by generations of Pharaohs over a 2000 year period. Continue to the Avenue of the Sphinxes and the exquisite Temple of Luxor with its grand colonnades, guarded by the enormous statues of Ramses II. (B,L,D) DAY 7, SAT: NILE CRUISE Proceed to the Valley of the Kings and Queens, visiting the Tombs of the Great Pharaohs. You will then continue to the Valley of the Queens to visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, visiting the Colossi of Memnon before returning to your cruise for lunch. Sail to Edfu. (B,L,D)
When the cruise sails from Aswan instead of Luxor, the cruise itinerary will operate in reverse. Due to closing of Esna Lock in January, June and December, the sightseeing to Luxor will be operated by motorcoach.
DAY 9, MON: NILE CRUISE Sail to Aswan, Egypt’s southern-most city. After lunch sail by felucca, passing the Elephantine Island and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. Visit Aswan High Dam, the Granite Quarries and unfinished Obelisk. (B,L,D)
DATES & PRICES
DAY 10, TUE: NILE CRUISE / ASWAN Disembark your cruise in Aswan after breakfast. You will be transferred to your hotel for check in and overnight. (B)
Nile Voyager departs on Select Sundays from USA with Egypt Air. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request.
DAY 11, WED: ABU SIMBEL / CAIRO After breakfast fly to Abu Simbel. Visit the colossal Temple of Abu Simbel carved from solid rock in 1235 B.C by the great pharaoh Ramses II. Beside it stands the Temple of Athor, honoring the Pharaoh’s wife, Nefertari. Fly to Cairo via Aswan. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (B) DAY 12, THU: CAIRO After breakfast begin a full day tour visiting the Egyptian Museum, containing the largest collection from the Pharaonic period. Afternoon tour of the Citadel of Saladin, the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, Old Cairo’s Coptic Church and the century-old Ben Ezra Synagogue, followed by a visit to Khan El Khalili bazaar. (B) DAY 13, FRI: CAIRO / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • •
• • • • • • • • •
Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* All flights within Egypt 4-night hotel accommodations in Cairo 1-night hotel accommodations in Aswan Breakfast daily in Cairo and Aswan 2 full days of sightseeing tour in Cairo, including all entrance fees and one lunch. Included Sites: The Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis & Sakkara, Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Citadel, Mohammed Ali Mosque and Khan El Khalili bazaars The service of an English-speaking guide during the tour 6-night deluxe Nile cruise with all meals included Sightseeing in Aswan, Luxor and all shore excursions, as per cruise itinerary Abu Simbel tour including airfare All transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort Baggage handling Hotel and cruise taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
Prices include fuel surcharges
CAIRO:
CAIRO MARRIOTT & OMAR KHAYYAM CASINO
ASWAN:
MOVENPICK ELEPHANTINE IISLAND
NILE CRUISE:
SONESTA MOON GODDESS
2008 DEPARTURE - CRUISE SAILINGS FROM LUXOR: 3169 JAN 20 3169 FEB 17 MAR 16 3169 APR 13 3229 MAY 11 3039 JUN 8 3379 JUL 6 3569 AUG 3 3519 AUG 31 3079 SEP 28 3079 OCT 26 3619 NOV 23 3549 DEC 21 4099 2009 DEPARTURE - CRUISE SAILINGS FROM ASWAN: JAN 6 $3169 FEB 3 3169 MAR 2,30 3169 APR 27 3229 MAY 25 3039 JUN 22 3569 JUL 20 3719 AUG 17 3249 SEP 14 3079 OCT 12 3619 NOV 9 3549 DEC 7 3549 SINGLE SUPPL 969 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. A supplement of $379.00 will apply to one passenger traveling alone, in addition to the single supplement. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Business class upgrades are available upon request. Holiday supplement of $475 per person twin occupancy and $705 single occupancy applies for stays in Egypt between Dec 24 to Jan 4 and Mar 19-Apr 2. A supplement of $430 per person twin occupancy and $645 per person single occupancy will apply for substituting the Sonesta Moon Goddess cruise ship with the Oberoi Philae. DEDUCTIONS FOR NOT TAKING THE INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE): JAN 1-MAR 31: $710 per person, APR 1-MAY 31, NOV 1-DEC 12 & DEC 25-31: $750 per person, JUN 1-15 & AUG 1-15: $990 per person. JUN 16-JUL 31 & DEC 13-24: $1100 per person. AUG 16-OCT 31: $790 per person. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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13 Days from $3119 Including Airfare Cairo, 5-Day Nile Cruise, Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Aswan, Abu Simbel, 5-Day Lake Nasser Cruise, Kalabsha, Wadi Seboua, Meharakka, Kars Ibrim
Abu Simbel
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, SAT: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Cairo. Full service on board. DAY 2, SUN: CAIRO Arrival in Cairo. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Egypt and transfers you to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, MON: CAIRO After breakfast depart for your full day tour. Visit the Great Pyramid, built 4500 years ago, and sneak a peek at the inner burial chambers at its 13 acres base. Explore the pyramids built by Mycerinus and Chepheren and beware the mighty Sphinx protector of the Pharaohs. After lunch drive to Memphis, ancient Egypt’s first capital, where you will discover Sakkara, the necropolis of this city and site of Djoser’s step Pyramid. Tonight, enjoy the spectacular Sound and Light show at the Pyramids. (B,L) DAY 4, TUE: CAIRO / LUXOR / NILE CRUISE Transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival in Luxor, transfer to your 5 day/4 night Nile Cruise. Visit the East bank of the Nile to see the famous Karnak Temple-Complex, built by generations of Pharaohs over a 2000 year period. Continue to the 36
Avenue of the Sphinxes and the Exquisite Temple of Luxor with its grand colonnades. Dinner and overnight on board. (B,L,D) DAY 5, WED: NILE CRUISE After breakfast on board, visit the most important area of the Nile by crossing to West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings and Queens where the tombs of the Great Pharaohs with exquisite colors on walls still visible from thousand of years ago. Then proceed to the Valley of the Queen to visit the temple of Queen Hatshepsut then the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the cruise ship for dinner and overnight. (B,L,D) DAY 6, THU: NILE CRUISE Sail to Edfu, where you’ll visit the 2000 year old and well preserved Temple of Horus. Return to the ship for buffet lunch. Sail to Kom Ombo. (B,L,D) DAY 7, FRI: NILE CRUISE This morning visit the Kom Ombo Temple built for Horus & Sobek. Sail to Aswan. After lunch visit the High Dam, the granite Quarries and the Temple of Philae and the unfinished Obelisk. In the afternoon sail on the Nile by felucca around Kitchener’s Island. Dinner and overnight in Aswan. (B,L,D)
DAY 8, SAT: ASWAN / LAKE NASSER CRUISE After breakfast this morning you will be transferred to your Lake Nasser cruise. Visit the Kalabsha temple with its Pharaonic aspect, remodeled into the Greco Roman style and dedicated to the God Mandoulis. Continue your visit to Hemi-speos of Beit El Wadi erected by Ramses II in the beginning of his reign and the Kiosk of Kertassi, erected to honor the Goddess Isis. (B,L,D) DAY 9, SUN: LAKE NASSER CRUISE Sail to Wadi Seboua and visit the Temple which is dedicated by Ramses II to the two Gods Amon Ra and Ra Harnakis. (B,L,D) DAY 10, MON: LAKE NASSER CRUISE Visit the Temple of Dakka dedicated to the God Thot of Divine wisdom and the Greco Roman temple of Meharakka. Lunch on board while sailing to Amada. The afternoon visit includes the Temple of Amada the XVIII dynasty, built during the reign of Thotmosis III, Amenophis III and Thotmosis IV. Visit the temple of Derr dedicated by Ramses II, and the tomb of Penout, viceroy of Nubia. Cocktail and overnight on board. (B,L,D)
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Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* All flights within Egypt 3-night deluxe hotel accommodations in Cairo Breakfast daily 1 full day of sightseeing tour in Cairo, by private car, including the Egyptian Museum, Pyramids and Sphinx with all entrance fees and lunch The service of an English speaking guide during the tour 4-night deluxe Nile cruise with all meals included 4-night Lake Nasser cruise with all meals included Sightseeing in Aswan, Luxor and all shore excursions, as per cruise itinerary Abu Simbel tour All transfers as per itinerary, with an English speaking escort Baggage handling Hotel and cruise taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Nile Explorer departs every Saturday from USA with Egypt Air. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. CAIRO: NILE CRUISE: NASSER CRUISE:
Luxor Temple, Ramses II courtyard, Luxor
DAY 11, TUE: LAKE NASSER CRUISE Sail to Kasr Ibrim. During the Pharaonic period, this hill was dominated by a citadel and throughout the Medieval era, the summit of the Hill was dominated by a cathedral of which one can still admire some Roman arches. Continue to Abu Simbel. After lunch visit the colossal Temple of Abu Simbel carved from solid rock in 1235 B.C by the great pharaoh Ramses II. Beside it stands the Temple of Athor, honoring the pharaoh’s wife, Nefertiti. Return to the cruise ship for a candlelight dinner and overnight. (B,L,D) DAY 12, WED: LAKE NASSER CRUISE / ABU SIMBEL / CAIRO Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport in Abu Simbel for the flight to Cairo via Aswan. Upon arrival in Cairo you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Check-in and overnight. (B) DAY 13, THU: CAIRO / NEW YORK You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. (B) Due to closing of Esna Lock in June, January and December, the sightseeing to Luxor will be operated by motorcoach.
Karnak Temple, Luxor
CAIRO MARRIOTT & OMAR KHAYYAM CASINO MOVENPICK RADAMIS II KASR IBRIM
2008 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-MAR 31 $3169 APR 1-APR 30 3229 MAY 1-MAY 31 3119 JUN 1-JUN 15 3449 JUN 16-JUL 5 3649 JUL 6-JUL 31 3789 AUG 1-AUG 15 3599 AUG 16-AUG 31 3339 SEP 1-SEP 30 3149 OCT 1-OCT 31 3589 NOV 1-DEC 12 3539 DEC 13-DEC 24 4089 DEC 25-DEC 31 3539 2008 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-MAR 31 3539 APR 1-APR 30 3589 MAY 1-MAY 31 3449 SINGLE SUPPL 1179 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. A supplement of $369.00 will apply to one passenger traveling alone in addition to the single supplement. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Business class upgrades are available upon request. Holiday supplement of $539 per person twin occupancy and $799 single occupancy applies for stays in Egypt between Dec 24 to Jan 4 and Mar 19-Apr 2 & Apr 8-22,’09. DEDUCTIONS FOR NOT TAKING THE INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE): JAN 1-MAR 31: $620 per person, APR 1-MAY 31, NOV 1-DEC 12 & DEC 25-31: $670 per person, JUN 1-15 & AUG 1-15: $900 per person, JUN 16-JUL 31 & DEC 13-24: $1050 per person, AUG 16-OCT 31: $720 per person. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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Kids cruise FREE on Louis Cruises
16 Days from $3439 Includes Airfare 3 Nights Athens, 4-Day Greek Island Cruise, 3 Nights Cairo & 5-Day Nile Cruise
The Pyramids at sunset, Cairo
Luxor Temple, Luxor
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Athens. DAY 2, SAT: ATHENS Arrive in Athens. A Homeric Tours representative welcomes you to Greece and transfers you to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, SUN: ATHENS After breakfast at your hotel, board your motor coach for your sightseeing tour of Athens. Visits include the Acropolis and its museum, Temple of Olympian Zeus and much more. Afternoon at leisure. (B) DAY 4, MON: ATHENS / PIRAEUS / MYKONOS After breakfast transfer to Piraeus to board the 4-day cruise. Arrive in Mykonos, known for the hundreds of chapels that dot the island, in the late afternoon. (B,L,D) DAY 5, TUE: KUSADASI / PATMOS Arrive in Kusadasi and take an optional excursion to the ancient city of Ephesus. Arrive in Patmos, the island where St. John the Divine wrote the Book of Revelation. The optional excursion will take you to the Monastery and Cave. (B,L,D)
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• DAY 10, SUN: CAIRO After breakfast enjoy your full day tour visiting the Giza Pyramids, the Great Pyramid, the Pyramids built by Mycerinus and Chepheren, the mighty Sphinx, protector of the Pharaohs and Khan El Khalili bazaar. Tonight you will attend the spectacular Sound & Light show at the Pyramids. (B,L) DAY 11, MON: CAIRO / LUXOR / NILE CRUISE Today you will fly to Luxor where you will be met and transferred to your Nile cruise ship for embarkation. Visit the valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Dinner on board. (B,L,D) DAY 12, TUE: NILE CRUISE This morning visit the Temple of Karnak and Luxor Temple. Return to the ship for a buffet lunch. Sail to Esna. (B,L,D) Santorini
DAY 13, WED: NILE CRUISE After breakfast sail to Edfu, where you will visit the 2000 year old, well preserved Temple of Horus. Return to the ship for a buffet lunch. Sail to Komombo. (B,L,D) DAY 14, THU: NILE CRUISE This morning visit Komombo Temple and sail to Aswan. After lunch visit the High Dam, the Old Dam, the Granite Quarries and the Temple of Philae. (B,L,D) DAY 15, FRI: NILE CRUISE / ASWAN / CAIRO Disembark after breakfast and visit the Botanical Gardens by Felucca. Transfer to the Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (B) DAY 16, SAT: CAIRO / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day. (B)
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Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge 3 nights hotel accommodations in Athens Breakfast daily in Athens 4-day cruise to the Greek Islands and Turkey including all meals and entertainment Inside cabin, two lower beds Athens city sightseeing tour including the Acropolis and its museum 3 nights hotel accommodations in Cairo Breakfast daily in Cairo One full day sightseeing in Cairo including lunch Sound & Light show at the Pyramids 5-day/4-night Nile Cruise on Movenpick Radamis I. Accommodations in outside air-conditioned cabins. All meals and shore excursions included All transfers as per itinerary Hotel taxes and service charges Porterage of one suitcase per person Assistance at the airports by Homeric Tours representative Homeric Tours “Hospitality Hours” at our Athens hotel 24 Hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Greece & Egypt departs Fridays from USA. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. ATHENS:
PARK
INTERCONTINENTAL
RAMSES HILTON
CAIRO MARRIOTT & OMAR KHAYYAM CASINO
CAIRO:
MAR 7, 2008 $3639 $3879 MAR 14, 21 3719 3949 MAR 28 3499 3699 APR 4, 11, 18, 25 3699 3919 MAY 2, 9 3819 4079 MAY 16, 23, 30 4339 4599 JUN 6, 13, 20,2 7 4339 4599 JUL 4, 11, 18, 25 4339 4589 AUG 1, 8, 15, 22 4139 4399 AUG 29 3999 4249 SEP 5 3689 3949 SEP 12, 19 3909 4169 SEP 26 4029 4259 OCT 3, 10, 17 4029 4259 OCT 24 3799 4039 OCT 31 3679 3949 NOV 7 3679 3949 SINGLE SUPPL 1410-1560 1660-1820 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $190 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. Port taxes of $90 are additional. Hotels featured above may be substituted according to availability. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE) APPLY: NOV 1-MAR 31: $570, APR 1-JUN 15: $720, JUN 16-AUG 31: $970, SEP 1-OCT 31: $720. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the International tickets.
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Extensions - Egypt
Extension # 3 3 NIGHTS • SHARM EL SHEIKH (Red Sea Resort) TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • •
Airfare Cairo / Sharm El Sheikh / Cairo including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Sharm El Sheikh Breakfast daily Arrival and departure transfers Hotel taxes and service charges
DATES & PRICES HOTELS
Alexandria
Extension # 1 1 NIGHT • ST. CATHERINE MONASTERY TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • •
1-night hotel accommodation in St. Catherine Breakfast and dinner Tour of the Monastery of St. Catherine* Escorted round trip transfers from Sharm El Sheikh Hotel taxes and service charges
2008 JAN 1-APR 30 MAY 1-DEC 31 2009 JAN 1-MAY 31 SINGLE SUPPL
MARRIOTT BEACH (mountain side)
INTERCONTINENTAL GARDEN REEF BAY/ SHERATON SHARM
MARRIOTT BEACH (sea front)
FOUR SEASONS RESORT
$479 499
$509 539
$549 579
$919 989
519 239
549 259
579 279
989 499
Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $20 in local airport taxes and fees and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Holiday supplement of $199 per person twin occupancy and $299 single occupancy applies for stays between Dec 24-Jan 4, Mar 19-Apr 2,’08 and Apr 8-22,’09. Supplement of $90 per person will apply if transatlantic flights are not operated by Egypt Air.
DATES & PRICES HOTELS:
NEW MORGAN LAND WADI EL RAHA VILLAGE or DANIELLA JAN ‘08-APR ‘08 $369 $389 MAY ‘08-APR ‘09 409 429 SINGLE SUPPL 59 69 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Supplement for one passenger traveling alone $190 in addition to the single supplement. Holiday supplement of $119 per person applies for stays between Dec 24-Jan 4, Mar 19-Apr 2, ’08 and Apr 8-22, ‘09. A Supplement of $199 per person applies to passengers who originate in Cairo for the round-trip flight Cairo/Sharm El Sheikh or $299 if transatlantic flights are not operated by Egypt Air. *The Monastery is closed every Friday and Sunday and on certain Holidays.
Extension # 4 3 NIGHTS • HURGHADA (Red Sea Resort)
Extension # 2 2 NIGHTS • ALEXANDRIA
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES:
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • •
2-night hotel accommodations in Alexandria Breakfast daily 1 full day classical sightseeing of Alexandria Round trip transfers by private car from Cairo Hotel taxes and service charges
DATES & PRICES
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Airfare Cairo / Hurghada / Cairo including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Harghada Breakfast daily Arrival and departure transfers Hotel taxes and service charges
DATES & PRICES HOTELS
HOTEL SHERATON MONTAZAH JAN 1’ 08-APR 30 ’08 $429 MAY 1’ 08-MAY 31 ’09 579 SINGLE SUPPL 119 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Supplement for one passenger traveling alone $190 in addition to the single supplement. Holiday supplement of $145 per person applies for stays between Dec 24-Jan 4, Mar 19-Apr 2, ’08 and Apr 8-22, ’09.
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HURGHADA OBEROI SAHL HASHEESH INTERCONTINENTAL / (deluxe suites) HURGHADA MARRIOTT JAN 01’08-MAY 31’09 $519 $529 $939 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT 259 279 759 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $20 in local airport taxes and fees and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Holiday supplement of $189 per person twin occupancy and $360 single occupancy, applies for stays between Dec 24-Jan 4, Mar 19-Apr 2, ‘08 and Apr 8-22, ‘09. Supplement of $75 per person will apply if transatlantic flights are not operated by Egypt Air.
All extensions are based on Egypt Air as a transatlantic carrier. When any oher airline is used, air supplements will apply.
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Extensions - Jordan & Greece Extend your stay to include a visit to Jordan and Greece
Extension # 5 - Greece 4 NIGHTS • ATHENS & CHOICE OF 1-DAY CRUISE OR ONE DAY DELPHI TOUR TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: Airfare Cairo / Athens / Cairo including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Athens with breakfast daily Half-day city tour of Athens including the Acropolis Choice of 1-Day Greek Island Cruise to Hydra-Poros and Aegina including lunch OR 1-Day tour to Delphi including lunch • 1-night hotel accommodation in Cairo with breakfast • All transfers, hotel taxes and service charges • Porterage of one suitcase per person
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Monastiraki Square, Athens
DATES & PRICES This extension may be combined with all programs ATHENS: CAIRO: 2008 DEPARTURES JAN 1-APR 30 MAY 1-JUN 30 JUL 1-AUG 31 SEP 1-OCT 31 NOV 1-DEC 31 2009 DEPARTURES JAN 01 – MAR 31 SINGLE SUPPL
KING GEORGE II SHERATON HELIOPOLIS
$1189 1189 1139 1189 1189
$1469 1469 1349 1469 1469
1189 659
1469 969
Tour prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $130 in local airport taxes and fees and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change.
The Treasury, Petra
Extension # 6 - Jordan 4 NIGHTS • AMMAN & PETRA TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • •
INTERCONTINENTAL MERIDIEN HELIOPOLIS
Airfare Cairo / Amman / Cairo including fuel surcharge* 2-night hotel accommodations in Amman 1-night hotel accommodation in Petra 1-night accommodation in Cairo with breakfast Breakfast and dinner daily at the hotel in Amman and Petra Sightseeing tour of the Baptism Site, Madaba, Mount Nebo and Kerak Castle Sightseeing tour of Petra Sightseeing tour of Wadi Rum Desert All transfers, hotel taxes and service charges Porterage of one suitcase per person
Extension # 7 - Jordan 6 NIGHTS • AMMAN & PETRA TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • •
Airfare Cairo / Amman / Cairo including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Amman 2-night hotel accommodations in Petra 1-night hotel accommodation in Cairo with breakfast Breakfast and dinner daily at the hotel in Amman and Petra Sightseeing tour of the city of Amman and the Greco-Roman city of Jerash Sightseeing tour of Madaba, Mount Nebo and Kerak Castle Sightseeing tour of Petra Sightseeing tour of Wadi Rum Desert All transfers, hotel taxes and service charges Porterage of one suitcase per person
DATES & PRICES
DATES & PRICES
AMMAN: FANAR PALACE AMMAN MARRIOTT PETRA: PETRA PANORAMA PETRA MARRIOTT CAIRO: LE MERIDIEN HELIOPOLIS LE MERIDIEN HELIOPOLIS 2008 DEPARTURES JAN 1-DEC 31 $929 $1029 2009 DEPARTURES JAN 1-MAY 31 959 1069 SINGLE SUPPL 339 459 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $105 in local airport taxes and fees and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change.
AMMAN: FANAR PALACE AMMAN MARRIOTT PETRA: PETRA PANORAMA PETRA MARRIOTT CAIRO: LE MERIDIEN HELIOPOLIS LE MERIDIEN HELIOPOLIS 2008 DEPARTURES JAN 1-DEC 31 $1159 $1439 2009 DEPARTURES JAN 1-MAY 31 1219 1519 SINGLE SUPPL 439 579 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $105 in local airport taxes and fees and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change.
All extensions are based on Egypt Air as a transatlantic carrier. When any oher airline is used, air supplements will apply.
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HURGHADA
MENA HOUSE OBEROI
MARRIOTT
Part of the Oberoi Hotels group, the Mena House has blossomed into one of the most charming hotels to be found. Rooms have a spectacular view of the Great Pyramid. All rooms have the utmost in amenities. The chefs of the Oberoi Hotel produce extraordinary dining experiences. Bars, restaurants, disco, cocktail lounge, casino.
Located on the beachfront in Hurghada. All rooms have sea view with balcony and private bath. Highlights include a casual restaurant open 24 hours, beachfront bar, disco, Italian restaurant, island bar, poolside bar and grill, 24 hour room service, fully equipped health club & spa, outdoor swimming pool, private beach, diving center offering diving lessons, and squash and tennis courts.
CAIRO
HURGHADA
CONRAD INTERNATIONAL
OBEROI SAHL HASHEESH
The 24-story Conrad International Hotel soars impressively above the Nile, affording spectacular views of the river from all of its 617 guest rooms and suites. No comfort is spared when it comes to in-room amenities. Dining and entertainment options abound. Casino.
Set on 48 acres, this all-suite resort is situated on the Red Sea. There are two restaurants, a poolside cafe, bar, private beach, courtyard, library, swimming pool, tennis court, health club, spa, and playground. Also offered: evening entertainment, 24-hour room service, laundry & dry cleaning, private butler service, hair salon, gift shops, concierge, and tour arrangements.
CAIRO
LUXOR
SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL
SOFITEL KARNAK LUXOR
All 840 rooms and suites are air-conditioned and have balconies overlooking the city of the panoramic Nile. Choices of many cuisine at the five restaurants. Entertainment: cocktail lounge, bar, casino, nightclub. For the sports-minded, the hotel offers gymnasium, sauna, massage, fitness programs.
A 5 star hotel offering 351 rooms. The hotel is located alongside the river Nile at the northern side of the ancient City of Luxor, close to city center. The hotel features 3 restaurants and 3 bars. Additionally, the Sofitel offers a large swimming pool, a jacuzzi, a sauna, squash and short distance to the golf course.
CAIRO
LUXOR
MARRIOTT
SOFITEL OLD WINTER PALACE
The location just couldn’t be better – a tranquil setting amid beautiful lush gardens on an island on the Nile. With dramatically modern twin towers flanking a former royal palace, the hotel offers a magical blend of traditional elegance and contemporary facilites.
The magnificent hotel is located on the banks of the Nile in the heart of a tropical garden close to the Temple of Luxor and a 15 min drive to the airport. Each room is different, with high ceilings, beautiful fixtures and all the modern amenities and comforts. Along the hall, one will see boxed exhibitions of old clothing and other turn of the century artifacts.
CAIRO
LUXOR
FOUR SEASONS FIRST RESIDENCE
SONESTA ST. GEORGE
This elegant hotel, right in the heart of Cairo, boasts stunning views of the Pyramids and the Nile. All 230 rooms and 41 suites, the largest in the city, have stunning views of the Nile River, the Pyramids or the zoological and botanical gardens. All rooms have the utmost in amenities. 2 swimming pools and the largest spa and wellness center in the city.
Five-star grandeur on the banks of the Nile. The 224 room Sonesta St. George Hotel redefines magnificence in contemporary style. All rooms and suites feature AC, TV, radio, hair dryer, safety deposit box, minibar. Hotel accommodations include swimming pool, eight restaurants, two bars, sports and fitness center and shopping arcade.
CAIRO
ASWAN
RAMSES HILTON
MOVENPICK ELEPHANTINE ISLAND
Located in the heart of the city, 5 minutes from the Egyptian Museum and within easy reach of the Pyramids and other Cairo attractions. The 36th floor World restaurant offers fantastic views of the Nile and the Pyramids. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, a shopping Galleria and variety of restaurants.
Consisting of 224 rooms, villas and duplex suites, situated on Elephantine Island, a quick ferry ride from the city of Aswan. The temples on Philae Island, at Kom Ombo, Edfu and Kalabasha are easily accessible by car or bus. This sought-after retreat boasts its famous health spa, swimming pool, tennis court, 2 restaurants, bar and night club. All rooms are airconditioned and lead out to their own private balcony.
CAIRO
ASWAN
HILTON PYRAMIDS GOLF RESORT
OLD CATARACT
Located on the outskirts of Cairo within sight of the Pyramids of Giza. The resort, in addition to its beautiful and challenging new golf course, offers tennis course, swimming pools and a fully equipped fitness center while Egypt's historic sites and ancient monuments lie within easy reach.
This luxurious hotel is perched on a hill overlooking the Nile. Built in 1902, it has been restored down to its glass etched working elevator. The décor is Moorish with tall ceilings, long halls and colorful furnishings. An attractive large swimming pool is set in the middle of lush grounds, with walkways and terraces for relaxing. Other amenities include tennis, volleyball courts, health club, restaurants and bars. All rooms are elegantly decorated.
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SHARM EL SHEIKH
INTERCONTINENTAL
MARRIOTT
A magnificent resort, built in Andalucian and Moorish Architectural style. It offers spectacular views of the Red Sea and the Sinai mountains, one of the best diving and snorkeling areas in the world. Located in the spectacular Garden Reef Bay, only minutes away from Sharm El Sheikh International airport, the resort features 422 rooms and suites with stunning sea views.
Located on the promenade of Sharm El Sheikh, on the shores of the Red Sea. All rooms are located around the gardens and pool with a private balcony or terrace, stylishly furnished and equipped to the highest standards.
SELECTED CRUISES MOVENPICK ROYAL LOTUS This deluxe ship has five decks and 62 large guest cabins. Cruising the Nile on Royal Lotus you will experience comfort, elegance and impeccable service.
St. George I
SONESTA NILE CRUISES Sonesta St. George I is the newest ship of the Sonesta Nile fleet with 47 deluxe cabins and 10 suites. Noted as one of the most elegant ships, St. George I offers a full-service spa and fitness center.
Sun Goddess
Sonesta Sun Goddess is an elegant Nile sruise ship featuring cabins with broad panoramic views and all modern conveniences. Deluxe amenities on this ship are delivered with uncompromising personal service.
MOVENPICK RADAMIS II Moon Goddess Deluxe vessel with 70 deluxe cabins plus 6 suites all offering panoramic views of the Nile. Enjoy dining and recreation on board while you will have the pleasure of indulging yourself in ancient Egypt.
A variety of special services and facilities are available on the Sonesta Moon Goddess, known as one of the best Nile cruise ships.
Karnak Bazaar A large variety of quality JEWELRY: Gold, Silver & Pharaonic • BRASS WORK
• JEWELRY
• SILK RUGS
• PERSONALIZED CARTOUCHES • HOMEMADE ART • PRECIOUS & SEMIPRECIOUS GEMS
• PHARAONIC FURNITURE • ALABASTER • POTTERY WORK
• SOUVENIERS
• T-SHIRTS
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Jordan Deserts of stone that annihilate the sense of distance and canyons that plunge down into bottomless abysses; immaculate structures decorated with arabesques and crusaders' castles; ghost towns perched on inaccessible rocks, and rugged mountains where ancient Bible stories become a reality. Jordan is one of the oldest countries in the world; a land where geology and history of mankind have left important, and in some respects still mysterious traces. Petra, the “rose-red city half as old as time� is already world-famous, but around Petra there is a whole country waiting to be discovered; from the ruins of Roman Decapolis to the blue waters of Aqaba, the last outpost of the country before the coral reefs of the Red Sea; from the unreal depression of the Dead Sea to the surreal rocks of Wadi Rum, where the saga of Lawrence of Arabia unfolded. Come with us and discover the ancient and modern Jordan. Jordan is ready to welcome you and we are ready to proudly guide you through its incredible past and its amazing present. Above photo: The Treasury, Petra
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Jordanian Wonders 8 Days from $2219 Including Airfare 4 Nights Amman & 2 Nights Petra
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Round-trip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 4-night hotel accommodations in Amman • 2-night hotel accommodations in Petra • Breakfast and dinner daily at the hotels • Sightseeing tours visiting the city of Amman, Bethany, Dead Sea, Jerash, Um Qeis, Pella, Ajloun, Madaba, Mt. Nebo, Kerak Castle, Petra, Wadi Rum, by airconditioned vehicle • All tours as per itinerary with an English speaking guide and entrance fees • Horse ride in Petra • 4 X 4 ride in Wadi Rum • Welcome drink at the hotels • Bottled water per person during the bus tours • Hotel taxes and service charges • All transfers and baggage handling • 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
Ajloun Castle
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY DAY 1: USA Depart USA an overnight flight to Amman. Full service on board. DAY 2: AMMAN Arrival in Amman. A Homeric tours representative will meet you and assist in your transfer to your hotel. (D) DAY 3: AMMAN / BETHANY / DEAD SEA / AMMAN After breakfast begin your visit of the ancient and modern city of Amman, originally built on seven hills. Discover the Citadel situated on one of the highest hills and have a splendid view of the old city; Temple of Hercules, Omayyad Palace, Byzantine Church and the Archaeological Museum. Drive to Bethany, the baptism site of Jesus Christ and continue to Dead Sea before returning to the hotel in Amman. (B,D) DAY 4: AMMAN / JERASH / UM QAIS / PELLA / AJLOUN / AMMAN After breakfast, drive north of Amman to Jerash, a beautiful and one of the best preserved GrecoRoman cities in the world. Continue to Um Qais, to visit the ancient Greco-Roman city of Gadara, and on to Pella, whose name given by Alexander the Great, 4,000 years ago. Drive to Ajloun to visit the 12th century castle, a very important Arab castle in the battle against the Crusaders. (B,D)
DAY 5: MT. NEBO / MADABA / KERAK / PETRA After breakfast drive to Mount Nebo, the alleged burial site of Moses, with its spectacular view of the Holy Land. Visit Madaba, home of the most famous Byzantine mosaics and continue to Kerak to visit the Crusader Castle dating back to the 12th century AD. Proceed to the ancient city of Petra. (B,D) DAY 6: PETRA After breakfast visit the fascinating city of Petra, “The Rose City”, which was built by the Nabateans 2000 years ago, who hewed their monumental tombs, palaces, temples and treasury from the desert rock’s sandstone in its natural hues of rose and gold. (B,D) DAY 7: PETRA / WADI RUM / AMMAN After breakfast drive to the Natural Resort of Wadi Rum desert, also known as “The Valley of the Moon” for its awesome moonlike landscape. Bedouin 4 X 4 vehicles will be ready at the Camp to start a 2 hour drive in the desert. Return to Amman. (B,D) DAY 8: AMMAN / USA After breakfast transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Jordanian Wonders departs every Friday & Sunday from USA with Royal Jordanian. Airfares are based on departures from New York. AMMAN:
FANAR PALACE
CROWNE PLAZA
MARRIOTT
PETRA:
PETRA PANORAMA
CROWNE PLAZA
PETRA MARRIOTT
2008 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-10 $2269 $2469 $2539 JAN 11-APR 30 2219 2419 2489 MAY 1-31 2679 2879 2939 JUN 1-JUL 31 2869 3069 3139 AUG 1-31 2679 2879 2939 SEP 1-NOV 30 2219 2419 2489 DEC 1-13 2339 2549 2619 DEC 14-24 2749 2959 3019 DEC 25-31 2339 2549 2619 2009 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-10 2379 2589 2659 JAN 11-APR 30 2329 2539 2599 MAY 1-31 2799 3019 3079 SINGLE SUPPL 329 459 559 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Business class upgrades are available upon request. Holiday supplements: Marriott hotels: $110 per person for stays during Mar 21-28 and Apr 25-May 2, and during New Year’s Eve in Petra. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE) APPLY: JAN 1-APR 30 & SEP 1-DEC 13 & DEC 25-31: $555 per person. MAY 1-AUG 31 & DEC 14-24: $875 per person. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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Jordanian Delight 9 Days from $2429 Including Airfare 3 Nights Amman, 2 Nights Dead Sea & 2 Nights Petra
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Round-trip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 3-night hotel accommodations in Amman • 2-nights hotel accommodations in Dead Sea • 2-night hotel accommodations in Petra • Breakfast and dinner daily at the hotels • Sightseeing tours visiting the city of Amman, Jerash, Um Qeis, Ajloun, Madaba, Mt.Nebo, Kerak Castle, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, Dead Sea, by air-conditioned vehicle • Horse ride in Petra • All tours as per itinerary with an English speaking guide and entrance fees • 4 X 4 ride in Wadi Rum • Welcome drink at the hotels • Bottled water per person during the bus tours • Hotel taxes and service charges • All transfers and baggage handling • 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarante The Dead Sea
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
DAY 2: AMMAN Arrival in Amman. A Homeric tours representative will meet you and assist in your transfer to the hotel. (D)
DAY 6: MT. NEBO / MADABA / KERAK / PETRA After breakfast visit Mount Nebo, the alleged burial site of Moses, with its spectacular view of the Holy Land, continue to Madaba, home of the most famous Byzantine mosaics. Drive to Kerak to visit the Crusader Castle dating back to the 12th century AD and proceed to the ancient city of Petra for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
DAY 3: AMMAN After breakfast begin your visit of the ancient and modern city of Amman, originally built on seven hills. Discover the Citadel situated on one of the highest hills and have a splendid view of the old city; Temple of Hercules, Omayyad Palace, Byzantine Church and the Archaeological Museum. (B,D)
DAY 7: PETRA After breakfast visit the fascinating city of Petra, “The Rose City”, which was built by the Nabateans 2000 years ago, who hewed their monumental tombs, palaces, temples and treasury from the desert rock’s sandstone in its natural hues of rose and gold. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
DAY 4: AMMAN / JERASH / UM QAIS / AJLOUN / DEAD SEA After breakfast, drive north of Amman to Jerash, a beautiful and one of the best preserved GrecoRoman city in the world. Continue to Um Qais, to visit the ancient Greco-Roman city of Gadara, and on to Ajloun to visit the 12th century castle, a very important Arab castle in the battle against the Crusaders. Drive to Dead Sea for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
DAY 8: PETRA / WADI RUM / AQABA / AMMAN After breakfast drive to the Natural Resort of Wadi Rum desert, also known as “The Valley of the Moon” for its awesome moonlike landscape. Bedouin 4 X 4 vehicles will be ready at the Camp to start a 2 hour drive in the desert. Then drive to Aqaba, Jordan’s Read Sea resort for a free afternoon. Later head back to Amman for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
DAY 5: DEAD SEA Day at leisure to indulge yourself at a SPA center, or to float in the Dead Sea, which is the highlight of every visitor’s trip to Jordan. (B,D)
DAY 9: AMMAN / USA After breakfast transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
DAY 1: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Amman. Full service on board.
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Jordanian Wonders departs every Friday & Saturday from USA with Royal Jordanian. Airfares are based on departures from New York. AMMAN:
FANAR PALACE
MARRIOTT
DEAD SEA:
DEAD SEA SPA
JORDAN VALLEY MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA
PETRA PANORAMA
PETRA MARRIOTT
PETRA:
2008 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-10 $2479 $2759 JAN 11-APR 30 2429 2699 MAY 1-31 2879 3159 JUN 1-JUL 31 3079 3359 AUG 1-31 2879 3159 SEP 1-NOV 30 2429 2699 DEC 1-13 2549 2829 DEC 14-24 2949 3239 DEC 25-31 2549 2829 2009 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-10 2589 2879 JAN 11-APR 30 2539 2829 MAY 1-31 2999 3299 SINGLE SUPPL 369 589 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Business class upgrades are available upon request. Holiday supplements: Marriott hotels: $110 per person for stays during Mar 21-28 and Apr 25-May 2, and during New Year’s Eve in Petra and Dead Sea. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE) APPLY: JAN 1-APR 30 & SEP 1-DEC 13 & DEC 25-31: $555 per person. MAY 1-AUG 31 & DEC 14-24: $875 per person. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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11 Days from $2779 Including Airfare 3 Nights Amman, 2 Nights Petra, 1 Night Wadi Rum, 1 Night Aqaba & 2 Nights Dead Sea TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • •
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Wadi Rum Desert
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY: DAY 1, SAT: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Amman. Full service on board. DAY 2, SUN: AMMAN Upon arrival in Amman, a Homeric Tours representative will meet you and assist in your transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. (D) DAY 3, MON: AMMAN After breakfast begin your tour. Visit the ancient and modern city of Amman, originally built on seven hills, discover the Citadel situated on one of the highest hills and have a splendid view of the old city. Continue your visit to Temple of Hercules, Omayyad Palace, Byzantine Church and the Archaeological Museum. (B,D) DAY 4, TUE: AMMAN / JERASH / UM QAIS / AJLOUN / AMMAN After breakfast, drive north of Amman to Jerash, a beautiful and one of the best preserved GrecoRoman city in the world. Continue to Um Qais, to visit the ancient Greco-Roman city of Gadara, and onto Ajloun to visit the 12th century castle, a very important Arab castle in the battle against the Crusaders. (B,D) DAY 5, WED: MADABA / MT. NEBO / KERAK / PETRA After breakfast depart south to visit Madaba, home of the most famous Byzantine mosaics. Continue to Mount Nebo, the alleged burial site of Moses, with its spectacular view of the Holy Land. Continue to Kerak to visit the Crusader Castle dating back to the 12th century AD. Proceed to the ancient city of Petra for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
DAY 6, THU: PETRA After breakfast visit the fascinating city of Petra, “The Rose City”, which was built by the Nabateans 2000 years ago, who hewed their monumental tombs, palaces, temples and treasury from the desert rock’s sandstone in its natural hues of rose and gold. (B,D) DAY 7, FRI: PETRA / WADI RUM After breakfast drive to the Natural Resort of Wadi Rum desert, also known as “The Valley of the Moon” for its awesome moonlike landscape. Upon arrival you will be driven by Bedouin 4 X 4 to the great mountain of Al Khazali where you can discover clues of ancient civilizations existed in many of these carved inscriptions. Overnight at a Camp in Wadi Rum. (B,D) DAY 8, SAT: WADI RUM / AQABA After breakfast drive to Aqaba in the Red Sea to visit the city with the old castles and to discover the well-preserved coral reef under the water of the Gulf of Aqaba. (B,D) DAY 9, SUN: AQABA / DEAD SEA After breakfast drive to Dead Sea, the lowest spot on earth, to visit Bethany, the Baptism site of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist, one of the most recent significant archaeological and religious discoveries. (B,D) DAY 10, MON: DEAD SEA Day at leisure to indulge yourself at a SPA center, or to float in the Dead Sea, which is the highlight of every visitor’s trip to Jordan. (B,D) DAY 11, TUE: DEA SEA / AMMAN / USA After breakfast transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
Round-trip airfare including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Amman 2-night hotel accommodations in Petra 1-night camp accommodation in Wadi Rum 1-night hotel accommodation in Aqaba 2-nights hotel accommodations in Dead Sea Breakfast and dinner daily at the hotels Sightseeing tours visiting the city of Amman, Jerash, Um Qeis, Ajloun, Madaba, Mt.Nebo, Kerak Castle, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, Dead Sea, Mamaluk Fork, by air-conditioned vehicle All tours as per itinerary with an English speaking guide and entrance fees Horse ride in Petra 4 X 4 ride in Wadi Rum Welcome drink at the hotels Bottled water per person during the bus tours Hotel taxes and service charges All transfers and baggage handling 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Discovery of Jordan departs every Saturday from USA with Royal Jordanian. Airfares are based on departures from New York. AMMAN: PETRA: WADI RUM: AQABA: DEAD SEA:
FANAR PALACE PETRA PANORAMA
MARRIOTT PETRA MARRIOTT
GRAND HYATT MOVENPICK RESORT CAPTAIN OR JABAL RUM CAMP AQABA GULF INTERCONTINENTAL MOVENPICK RESORT DEAD SEA SPA JORDAN VALLEY MOVENPICK MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA
2008 DEPARTURES: JAN 5-10 $2829 $3119 $3299 JAN 11-APR 30 2779 3069 3259 MAY 1-31 3239 3519 3709 JUN 1-JUL 31 3429 3719 3909 AUG 1-31 3239 3519 3709 SEP 1-NOV 30 2779 3069 3259 DEC 1-13 2919 3229 3549 DEC 14-24 3329 3629 3949 DEC 25-31 2919 3229 3549 2009 DEPARTURES: JAN 1-10 2959 3269 3589 JAN 11-APR 30 2909 3219 3539 MAY 1-31 3389 3689 4019 SINGLE SUPPL 419 619 469 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Business class upgrades are available upon request. Holiday supplements: Marriott hotels: $110 per person for stays during Mar 21-28 and Apr 25-May 2, and during New Year’s Eve in Petra and Dead Sea. Movenpick Resorts: $55 per person for stays during Dec 28-Jan 7, Mar 21-31 and Apr 25-May 4 and $120 per person during Christmas and New Year’s Eve at the Movenpick Resort Petra and Dead Sea. WHEN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT TAKEN, THE FOLLOWING DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING FUEL SURCHARGE) APPLY: JAN 1-APR 30 & SEP 1-DEC 13 & DEC 25-31: $555 per person. MAY 1-AUG 31 & DEC 14-24: $875 per person. AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Included if Homeric Tours issues the international tickets.
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Extend your stay to include a visit to Israel and Egypt Extension # 1 - Israel 3 NIGHTS • THE HOLYLAND
Extension # 2 - Israel 5 NIGHTS • ISRAEL & THE HOLYLAND
Tour operates Tuesdays
Tour operates Tuesdays and Sundays
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES:
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES:
• • • • • • • •
Car transportation between Amman and Jerusalem Air transportation between Tel Aviv and Amman including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Jerusalem Breakfast daily at the hotel 1 full day of sightseeing tour of the New and Old City of Jerusalem 1 full day of sightseeing tour of Massada, Qumran and Dead Sea Transfers, hotel taxes and service charges Porterage of one suitcase per person
DATES & PRICES JERUSALEM NOVOTEL DAN PANORAMA JAN 1-DEC 31,’08 $799 $849 JAN 1-MAY 31,’09 829 889 SINGLE SUPPL 399 519 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $20 in local airport taxes and fees and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. This tour is not valid between Apr 17-27,’08, May 4-10,’08, Oct 12-22,’08, Apr 6-16 ‘09 & Apr 25May 1 ‘09. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour.
Extension # 3 - Egypt 7 NIGHTS • CAIRO & 3 NIGHT NILE CRUISE
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Car transportation between Amman and Jerusalem Air transportation between Tel Aviv and Amman 3-night hotel accommodations in Jerusalem 2-night hotel accommodations in Tel Aviv Breakfast daily at the hotels 1 full day of sightseeing tour of the New and Old City of Jerusalem 1 full day of sightseeing tour of Massada, Qumran and Dead Sea 1 full day of sightseeing tour of Ceasarea, Haifa, Acre and Rosh Hanikra Transfers, hotel taxes and service charges Porterage of one suitcase per person
DATES & PRICES JERUSALEM NOVOTEL DAN PANORAMA METROPOLITAN DAN PANORAMA TEL AVIV JAN 1-DEC 31,’08 $1079 $1229 JAN 1-MAY 31,’09 1099 1249 649 769 SINGLE SUPPL Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $20 in local airport taxes and fees are current as of the printing of this brochure. This tour is not valid between Apr 17-27,’08, May 4-10,’08, Oct 12-22, ’08, Apr 6-16 ’09 & Ap. 25-May 1 ‘09. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour.
Tour operates Fridays
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Airfare Amman / Cairo / Amman including fuel surcharge* All flights within Egypt 3-night hotel accommodations in Cairo 1-night hotel accommodations in Amman with breakfast Breakfast daily in Cairo 1 full day of sightseeing tour in Cairo, including the Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili bazaars and all entrance fees The service of an English-speaking guide during the tour 3-night Nile cruise with all meals included Sightseeing in Aswan, Luxor and all shore excursions, as per cruise itinerary Transfers, hotel and cruise taxes and service charges Baggage handling Hotel and cruise taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES CAIRO: CRUISE: AMMAN:
HILTON PYRAMIDS GOLF RESORT RADAMIS II FANAR PALACE
CAIRO MARRIOTT & OMAR KHAYYAM CASINO RADAMIS II FANAR PALACE
2008 DEPARTURES JAN 1-APR 30 $1279 $1329 MAY 1-JUL 20 1279 1329 JUL 21-AUG 31 1359 1439 SEP 1-30 1279 1329 OCT 1-DEC 31 1469 1519 2009 DEPARTURES JAN 1-MAY 31 1469 1519 SINGLE SUPPL 269 289 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour. Air-inclusive prices do not include local airport taxes and fee up to $70 and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Holiday supplement of $350 per person on twin occupancy and $520 single occupancy, applies for stays in Egypt between Dec 24-Jan 4, Mar 19-Apr 2 ’08 and Apr 8-22 ‘09. Optional tour to Abu Simbel with private guide: $275.
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Extension # 4 - Egypt 4 NIGHTS • CAIRO Tour operates Tuesdays and Fridays
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • •
Airfare Amman / Cairo / Amman including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Cairo Breakfast daily in Cairo 1-night hotel accommodation in Amman with breakfast 1 full day of sightseeing tour in Cairo, including the Egyptian Museum, Pyramids and Sphinx, included all entrance fees and lunch. The service of an English-speaking guide during the tour Transfers hotel taxes and service charges Baggage handling 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES CAIRO: CAIRO MARRIOTT & OMAR KHAYYAM CASINO AMMAN FANAR PALACE JAN 1-SEP 30 ‘08 $739 OCT 1-DEC 31’08 779 JAN 1-MAY 31’09 779 SINGLE SUPPL 329 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour. Air-inclusive prices do not include local airport taxes and fee up to $70 and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Additional nights in Cairo are available upon request. Holiday supplement of $100 per person on twin occupancy and $150 single occupancy, applies for stays in Egypt between Dec 24-Jan 4, Mar 19-Apr 2 ’08 and Apr 8-22 ‘09.
All extensions are based on Royal Jordanian Airlines as a transatlantic carrier. When any oher airline is used, air supplements will apply.
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Morocco Morocco is a dream vacation offering an abundance of sights, sounds and delights – from cosmopolitan Casablanca to exotic Ouarzazate, from the coastal city of Agadir to Atlas mountains gorges, from famous Kasbahs to the sand dunes of the Sahara desert and enchanting cities like Fez and Marrakech, you will marvel at the diversity and beauty of this exciting country. Following you will find Homeric Tours’ popular escorted packages and independent stays covering the best Morocco has to offer.
Above photo: Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakech
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Escorted
9 Days from $1729 Including Airfare Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Fez, Marrakech TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Pottery Display, Marrakech
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Casablanca. Full service on board. DAY 2, SAT: CASABLANCA Arrival in Casablanca. You will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. (D) DAY 3, SUN: CASABLANCA / RABAT After breakfast enjoy a sightseeing tour of Casablanca. Visit Central Market, the Royal Palace, Mohamed V square, Anfa area and outside Hassan II Mosque. After lunch drive to Rabat for dinner and overnight. (B,D) DAY 4, MON: RABAT / MEKNES / FEZ After breakfast, sightseeing tour of Rabat. Drive through Volubilis and Meknes and visit Moulay Idriss. Arrive in Fez for dinner and overnight. (B,D) DAY 5, TUE: FEZ After breakfast depart for a full day sightseeing tour of Fez. Visit the Old Medina, Attarine, Medersas, the Nejjarine fountain, Moulay Idriss and Karaouine Mosque. After lunch visit the new Fez, known as Fez Jdid. Dinner and overnight. (B,D) 50
Round-trip airfare including fuel surcharge* 2-night hotel accommodations in Casablanca 1-night hotel accommodation in Rabat 2-night hotel accommodations in Fez 2-night hotel accommodations in Marrakech Breakfast and lunch OR dinner daily throughout the tour Fantasia dinner and show in Marrakech 5-day tour of the Imperial Cities of Morocco by air-conditioned motor coach or deluxe Minibus** Sightseeing as per itinerary included entrance fees The service of an English speaking guide during the tour All transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort Assistance upon arrival and departure with an English speaking escort Baggage handling of one piece of luggage per person Hotel taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
** For guests staying at the group C hotels, the ground transportation will be performed by a minibus for maximum 7 passengers.
DAY 6, WED: FEZ / BENI MELLAL / MARRAKECH After breakfast depart for Marrakech with visits to Immouzer du Kandar, Ifrane and Beni Mellal. Dinner and overnight in Marrakech. (B,D) DAY 7, THU: MARRAKECH After breakfast depart for a full day sightseeing tour of Marrakech. Visit the Menara Garden, Saadien tombs, Bahia Palace and koutoubia. After lunch visit of the famous Djemaa El Fna square with its surrounding souks and handcraft quarters. Dinner with Fantasia show. Overnight in Marrakech. (B,L,D) DAY 8, FRI: MARRAKECH / CASABLANCA This morning is at leisure. Afternoon departure to Casablanca. Dinner and overnight in Casablanca. (B,D) DAY 9, SAT: CASABLANCA / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day. (B)
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Imperial Cities departs Fridays from USA with Royal Air Maroc. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S cities are available upon request. A
B
C
RAMADA LES ALMOHADES
MERIDIEN ROYAL MANSOUR
MERIDIEN ROYAL MANSOUR
RABAT
GOLDEN TULIP FARAH
GOLDEN TULIP FARAH
HILTON
FEZ
ZALAGH PARC PALACE
JNAN PALACE
PALAIS JAMAI
ATLAS ASNI
ROYAL MIRAGE “KSAR ROOM”
LE MERIDIEN N ‘FIS
CASABLANCA
MARRAKECH
JAN 4 JAN 11, 18, 25 FEB 1, 8 FEB 15 FEB 22, 29 MAR 7, 14, 21, 28 APR 4, 11, 18, 25 MAY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 JUN 6 JUN 13, 20, 27 JUL 4, 11, 18, 25 AUG 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 SEP 5, 12, 19, 26 OCT 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
DBL $1819 1729 1729 1759 1829 1829 1949 1949 1819 2009 2009 2039 1849 1849
SGL $2069 1979 1979 2029 2129 2129 2219 2219 2069 2259 2259 2319 2129 2129
DBL $2119 2029 2029 2059 2039 2039 2189 2189 2119 2309 2309 2339 2149 2149
SGL $2509 2419 2419 2469 2449 2449 2599 2599 2509 2699 2699 2749 2559 2559
DBL $3719 3719 3719 3719 3719 3719 3779 3779 3469 3649 3649 3649 3779 3779
SGL $4459 4459 4459 4459 4459 4459 4599 4599 4159 4349 4349 4349 4599 4599
Prices are per person. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge in subject to change. Hotels featured above may be substituted according to availability.
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Imperial Cities with Riads 9 Days from $3989 Including Airfare
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NEW
Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Fez, Marrakech TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Round-trip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 2-night accommodations at the Riad Jnane Sherazade OR the hotel Meridien Royal Mansour in Casablanca • 1-night accommodation at the Riad Villa Mandarine in Rabat • 2-night accommodations at the Riad Dar El Ghalia in Fez • 2-night accommodations at the Riad Villa Dar Rhizlane in Marrakech • Breakfast daily throughout the tour • 5-day tour of the Imperial Cities of Morocco by air-conditioned private car • Sightseeing as per itinerary included entrance fees • The service of an English speaking guide during the tour • Private transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort • Assistance upon arrival and departure with an English speaking escort • Baggage handling of one piece of luggage per person • Hotel taxes and service charges • 24 hour "Emergency" Hotline • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
Riad Dar El Ghalia, Fez Discover the true spirit of Morocco...Located in the historical city centers of Morocco, Riads are ancient palaces and private residences that once belonged to Sultan princes, aristocrats and noble families. Nestled in the labyrinths of medinas, these residences have been transformed into Luxury Bed & Breakfasts and boutique hotels, inviting travelers to experience Morocco in an entirely new manner.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Casablanca. Full service on board. DAY 2, SAT: CASABLANCA Arrival in Casablanca. You will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, SUN: CASABLANCA / RABAT After breakfast depart for a sightseeing tour of Casablanca. Visit Central Market, the Royal Palace, Mohamed V square, Anfa area and outside Hassan II Mosque. In the afternoon drive to Rabat for overnight. (B) DAY 4, MON: RABAT / MEKNES / FEZ After breakfast, sightseeing tour of Rabat. Drive through Volubilis and Meknes and visit Moulay Idriss. Arrive in Fez for overnight. (B) DAY 5, TUE: FEZ After breakfast depart for a full day sightseeing tour. Visit the Old Medina, Attarine, Medersas, the Nejjarine fountain and Karaouine Mosque. After lunch visit the new Fez known as Fez Jdid. Overnight in Fez. (B)
DAY 6, WED: FEZ / BENI MELLAL / MARRAKECH After breakfast visit Immouzer du Kandar, Ifrane and Beni Mellal. Drive to Marrakech for overnight. (B) DAY 7, THU: MARRAKECH After breakfast begin your full day sightseeing tour. Visit the Menara Garden, Saadien tombs, Bahia Palace and Koutoubia. Optional lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon visit of the famous Djemaa El Fna square with its surrounding souks and handcraft quarters. Overnight in Marrakech. (B) Optional Fantasia show & dinner at $75 pp DAY 8, FRI: MARRAKECH / CASABLANCA This morning is at leisure. Depart for Casablanca in the afternoon. Overnight in Casablanca. (B) DAY 9, SAT: CASABLANCA / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day.
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Imperial Cities with Riads departs Fridays from USA with Royal Air Maroc. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S. cities are available upon request. JAN 4 $4079 JAN 11, 18, 25 3989 FEB 1, 8, 15, 22 3989 FEB 29 4019 MAR 7, 14, 21, 28 4019 APR 4, 11, 18, 25 4189 MAY 2, 9 4189 MAY 16, 23, 30 4119 JUN 6 4119 JUN 13, 20, 27 4299 JUL 4, 11, 18, 25 4299 AUG 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 4269 SEP 5, 12, 19, 26 4119 OCT 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 4119 Prices are per person based on double/triple occupancy. Minimum 2 passengers are required for this tour. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change.
ROOM CATEGORY UPGRADES: (Prices are per person per night) RIADS USED ON THIS TOUR: (may be substituted according to availability) CASABLANCA
JNANE SHERAZADE OR HOTEL MERIDIEN ROYAL MANSOUR
RABAT
VILLA MANDARINE
FEZ
DAR EL GHALIA
MARRAKECH
VILLA DAR RHIZLANE
CASABLANCA:
JUNIOR SUITE SENIOR SUITE
$155 195
RABAT:
DELUXE ROOM SUITE
185 230
FEZ:
JUNIOR SUITE ROYAL SUITE
160 450
MARRAKECH:
SUITE DELUXE SUITE
390 585
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Big South & Kasbahs by 4x4
Escorted
9 Days from $1899 Including Airfare Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Zagora, Merzouga, Tinghir TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • • A 1,000 year old palm grove & the High Atlas Mountain in Marrakech
• •
See Morocco by an air-conditioned 4x4 - a great way to view the beautiful and famous Atlas Mountains and Morocco's unbelievable landscapes. Spend a night in the Sahara under a nomadic tent, trek a mountain range, visit the many famous Kasbahs, see the gorges of the Atlas Mountains, watch the sunrise and sunset over the sand dunes of the Sahara and much more! Truly unique and unforgettable experience!
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Marrakech via Casablanca. Full service on board DAY 2, SAT: MARRAKECH Arrival in Marrakech. You will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. (D) DAY 3, SUN: MARRAKECH After breakfast depart for a sightseeing tour of Marrakech. Visit Menara Garden, Saadien Tombs, Bahia Palace and Koutoubia. After lunch at hotel visit the famous Djemaa El Fna square with its surrounding souks and handcraft quarters. Overnight in Marrakech. (B,L) Optional Fantasia show & dinner at $75 pp DAYS 4, MON: MARRAKECH / OUARZAZATE / ZAGORA After breakfast departure by Land Rover to Ouarzazate via Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ouarzazate for a short visit. Continue to Zagora via the Anti Atlas Mountains, Berbere villages and palm groves along the Daraa River. Dinner and overnight in Zagora. (B,D) DAY 5, TUE: ZAGORA / ERFOUD / MERZOUGA After breakfast take an excursion to Tamegroute to visit its famous library and the sand dunes of Tinfou. 52
Depart for Erfoud via Tansikht, the pre-saharian desert Nkob and the Berbere village of Tazzarine. Continue to Merzouga via Erfoud, Alnif village and Rissani. Dinner and overnight in Merzouga. Choice of overnight at the hotel room or at the nomadic tent. (B,D) DAY 6, WED: MERZOUGA / ERFOUD / TINGHIR Early morning excursion to see the sunrise over the sand dunes of Merzouga. Return for breakfast before departing for Tinghir Oasis. Visit Todra Gorges and stop at the canyons for a short hike. Dinner and overnight in Tinghir. (B,D) DAY 7, THU: TINGHIR / OUARZAZATE After breakfast, depart for Boulmane where you enter the Dades canyons for a visit. Continue to Kalaa M'gouna Kasbah, Valley Dades and Skoura village. Dinner and overnight in Ouarzazate. (B,D) DAY 8, FRI: OUARZAZATE / MARRAKECH After breakfast, short visit of Ouarzazate including the Kasbahs of Taourirt and Ait Benhaddou. Continue to Kasbah Talouet crossing 2 river beds and climbing the Atlas Mountains. Continue to Marrakech for dinner and overnight. (B,D) DAY 9, SAT: MARRAKECH / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home via Casablanca. Arrival same day.
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Roundtrip airfare including fuel surcharge* 3-night hotel accommodations in Marrakech 1-night hotel accommodation in Zagora 1-night hotel accommodation in Merzouga 1-night hotel accommodation in Tinghir 1-night hotel accommodation in Ouarzazate Breakfast and lunch OR dinner daily throughout the tour 6-day tour of Big South and Kasbahs by air-conditioned 4x4 Sightseeing as per itinerary including entrance fees The service of an English speaking guide during the tour All transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort Assistance upon arrival and departure with an English speaking escort Baggage handling of one piece of luggage per person Hotel taxes and service charges 24 Hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Big South & Kasbahs by 4X4 departs Fridays from USA with Royal Air Maroc. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S cities available upon request. MARRAKECH ZAGORA MERZOUGA TINGHIR OUARZAZATE
ATLAS ASNI ATLAS MEDINA & SPA PALAIS ASMAA PALAIS ASMAA AUBERGE TOMBOCTOU AUBERGE TOMBOCTOU KENZI BOUGHAFER KASBAH AMRANI BELRE OR KENZI AZGHOR BERBERE PALACE
JAN 4 JAN 11, 18, 25 FEB 1, 8 FEB 15 FEB 22, 29 MAR 7, 14, 21, 28 APR 4, 11, 18, 25 MAY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 JUN 6 JUN 13, 20, 27 JUL 4, 11, 18, 25 AUG 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 SEP 5, 12, 19, 26 OCT 3, 10, 17, 24
DBL $1989 1899 1899 1939 2059 2059 2149 2149 1989 2179 2179 2219 2029 2029
SGL $2219 2119 2119 2189 2299 2299 2389 2389 2219 2399 2399 2469 2279 2279
DBL $2339 2249 2249 2289 2439 2439 2529 2529 2339 2529 2529 2569 2379 2379
SGL $2629 2539 2539 2609 2749 2749 2839 2839 2629 2819 2819 2889 2699 2699
Prices are per person. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotels featured above may be substituted according to availability.
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Discovery of Morocco
Escorted
12 Days from $2539 Including Airfare Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Meknes, Merzouga, Ouarzazate, Marrakech, Essaouira TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Essaouira
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY DAY 1, FRI: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Casablanca. Full service on board. DAY 2, SAT: CASABLANCA Arrival in Casablanca. You will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. (D) DAY 3, SUN: CASABLANCA / RABAT After breakfast depart for a morning sightseeing tour of Casablanca. Visit Central market, the Royal Palace, Mohamed V square, Anfa area and outside Hassan II Mosque. In the afternoon drive to Rabat, the capital of the Kingdom. Tour of the city. Dinner and overnight. (B,D) DAY 4, MON: RABAT / MEKNES / FEZ After breakfast depart for Meknes and Volubilis. Continue to Fez with visit of Moulay Idriss. Dinner and overnight in Fez. (B,D) DAY 5, TUE: FEZ After breakfast depart for a full day tour of Fez. Visit The Old Medina, Attarine, Medersas, the Nejjarine fountain, Moulay Idriss and Karaouine Mosque. In the afternoon visit the new Fez, Fez Jdid. Dinner and overnight. (B,D) DAY 6, WED: FEZ / MIDELT / ERFOUD / MERZOUGA Departure to Erfoud via the Atlas mountains. Drive through Ifran and Azrou with a stop in Midelt. Depart for Erfoud via Errachidia and Ziz Valley. Continue by 4x4 to Merzouga for dinner and overnight. Choice of overnight at the hotel room or at the nomadic tent. (B,D)
DAY 7, THU: MERZOUGA / RISSANI / TINGHIR / OUARZAZATE Early morning excursion to see the sunrise over the sand dunes of Merzouga. After breakfast continue to Ouarzazate. Visit the Rissani Kasbah, Tinghir, Toudgha canyons and Dades valley. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Ouarzazate. (B,D) DAY 8, FRI: OUARZAZATE / BENHADDOU / MARRAKECH After breakfast visit Ouarzazate including the Kasbahs of Tiffeltout, Taourirt and Ait Benhaddou. Continue to Marrakech. Dinner and overnight. (B,D) DAY 9, SAT: MARRAKECH After breakfast depart for a full day tour of Marrakech. Visit the Menara Garden, Saadien Tombs, Bahia Palace and Koutoubia. After lunch visit the famous Djemaa El Fna square with its surrounding souks and handcraft quarters. Overnight in Marrakech. (B,L) Optional Moroccan Dinner with Fantasia show at $75pp DAY 10, SUN: MARRAKECH / ESSAOUIRA Late morning depart for Essaouira, the fisherman’s city and former Mogador. Optional sea food lunch by the sea. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B,D) DAY 11, MON: ESSAOUIRA / SAFI / EL JADIDA / CASABLANCA After breakfast depart for Casablanca. Visit Safi, stop at Oualidia and continue to El Jadida for sightseeing. Dinner and overnight in Casablanca. (B,D) DAY 12, TUE: CASABLANCA / USA: You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home. Arrival same day. (B)
• • •
Round-trip airfare including fuel surcharge* 2-night hotel accommodations in Casablanca 1-night hotel accommodation in Rabat 2-night hotel accommodations in Fez 1-night hotel accommodation in Merzouga 1-night hotel accommodation in Ouarzazate 2-night hotel accommodations in Marrakech 1-night hotel accommodation in Essaouira Breakfast and lunch OR dinner daily throughout the tour 9-day tour of the Discovery of Morocco by air-conditioned motor coach Sightseeing as per itinerary included entrance fees The service of an English speaking guide during the tour All transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort Assistance upon arrival and departure with an English speaking escort Baggage handling of one piece of luggage per person Hotel taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Discovery of Morocco departs on Select Fridays from USA with Royal Air Maroc. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S cities available upon request. CASABLANCA
RAMADA LES ALMOHADES
RABAT FEZ MERZOUGA OUARZAZATE MARRAKECH ESSAOUIRA
GOLDEN TULIP FARAH MENZEH ZALAGH I AUBERGE TOMBOUCTOU BELERE ATLAS ASNI LES ILES
JAN18 FEB 15 MAR 7, 21 APR 4, 18 MAY 9, 23 JUN 13 JUL 4 AUG 1, 15 OCT 17
DBL $2539 2539 2629 2719 2719 2819 2819 2859 2669
SGL $2899 2899 2999 3089 3089 3179 3179 3229 3039
MERIDIEN ROYAL MANSOUR GOLDEN TULIP FARAH JNAN PALACE AUBERGE TOMBOUCTOU BERBERE PALACE ATLAS MEDINA & SPA SOFITEL MOGADOR
DBL $3219 3219 3339 3429 3429 3499 3499 3519 3329
SGL $3879 3879 4019 4119 4119 4159 4159 4149 3959
Prices are per person. Air-inclusive price do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotels featured above may be substituted according to availability.
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Marrakech Delight
NEW
8 Days from $1669 Including Airfare 6 Nights Marrakech
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • • • • • •
• • • • • • Colorful Moroccan spices
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY DAY 1, SAT: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Marrakech via Casablanca. Full service on board. DAY 2, SUN: MARRAKECH: Arrival in Marrakech. You will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, MON: MARRAKECH After breakfast depart for a full day sightseeing tour of Marrakech. Visit Menara Garden, Saadien tombs, Bahia Palace and koutoubia. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon visit of the famous Djemaa El Fna square with its surrounding souks and handcraft quarters. Overnight in Marrakech. (B,L) DAY 4, TUE : MARRAKECH Spend your day at leisure. In the evening enjoy a Fantasia dinner and show at a Moroccan Restaurant. Overnight in Marrakech. (B,D) DAY 5, WED: MARRAKECH If you have chosen tour (a), depart after breakfast for the tour to Essaouira, a charming little fishermen’s town on the Atlantic coast. Seafood lunch is included at a restaurant by the beach. Return to Marrakech late afternoon. (B,L) If you have chosen the tour to Ouarzazate on day 7, today you have a full free day to discover more of this fascinating city on your own. (B) 54
If you wish to join the Essaouira tour there will be a supplement of $70 per person. DAY 6, THU: MARRAKECH After breakfast, start your adventure by land Rover to the desert track road to Kik Plateau on the lake of Lalla Takarkoust at the Atlas Mountains. Lunch at local restaurant under nomadic tent. Return to Marrakech via the Ouirgane valley. Overnight in Marrakech. (B,L) DAY 7, FRI: MARRAKECH If you have chosen tour (b), depart after breakfast for the tour to Ouarzazate. The various landscapes dotted with Berbere Villages are superb. Visit of the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhadou, and the Kasbahs of Tifoultout and Taourirt. Lunch is included at a local restaurant. Return to Marrakech late afternoon. (B,L) If you have chosen the tour to Essaouira on day 5, today you have a full free day to discover more of this fascinating city on your own. (B) If you wish to join the Ouarzazate tour there will be a supplement of $70 per person. DAY 8, SAT: MARRAKECH / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home via Casablanca. Arrival same day. (B)
• • •
Round-trip airfare including fuel surcharge * 6-night hotel accommodations in Marrakech. Breakfast daily throughout the tour Full day tour of the city Marrakech including lunch Excursion to Plateau Kik at the Atlas Mountains including lunch Choice of one of the following tours: a) full day tour of Essaouira on day 5 OR b) full day tour of Ouarzazate on day 7. Lunch is included on both tours. Moroccan evening: Fantasia dinner and show Sightseeing as per itinerary included entrance fees The service of an English speaking guide during the tour All transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort Assistance upon arrival and departure with an English speaking escort Baggage handling of one piece of luggage per person Hotel taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
DATES & PRICES
Prices include fuel surcharges
Marrakech Delight departs Saturdays from USA with Royal Air Maroc. Airfares are based on departure from New York. Departures from other U.S cities available upon request. ATLAS ASNI
JAN 05 JAN 12-FEB 9 FEB 16-MAR 8 MAR 15-31 APR 5- MAY 31 JUN 7- JUL 31 AUG 2-31 SEP 6-27 OCT 4-25
DBL 1759 1669 1709 1789 1879 1919 1989 1759 1879
SGL 2009 1919 1969 2089 2179 2219 2259 2009 2189
HIVERNAGE HOTEL & SPA
DBL 2119 2019 2129 2129 2219 2299 2299 2219 2219
SGL 2589 2499 2579 2579 2669 2779 2779 2669 2669
Prices are per person. Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotels featured above may be substituted according to availability.
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Moroccan Jewels
NEW
9 Days from $1939 Including Airfare 2 Nights Casablanca, 2 Nights Marrakech & 3 Nights Agadir
TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: • Round-trip airfare including fuel surcharge* • 2-night hotel accommodations in Casablanca • 2-night hotel accommodations in Marrakech • 3-night hotel accommodations in Agadir • Breakfast daily throughout the tour • Private half day tour of Casablanca • Full day tour of Marrakech including lunch • Moroccan evening: Fantasia dinner and show • All transfers as per itinerary with an English speaking escort • Transportation between Marrakech and Agadir • Assistance upon arrival and departure with an English speaking escort • Baggage handling of one piece of luggage per person • Hotel taxes and service charges • 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline • USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
Marrakech
DATES & PRICES
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
Moroccan Jewels departs Saturdays from USA with Royal Air Maroc. Airfares are based on departures from New York. Departures from other U.S cities available upon request.
DAY 1, SAT: USA Depart USA for an overnight flight to Casablanca. Full service on board. DAY 2, SUN: CASABLANCA Arrival in Casablanca. You will be met by a Homeric Tours representative and transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. DAY 3, MON: CASABLANCA This morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Casablanca. Visit Central Market, the Royal Palace, Mohamed V square, Anfa area and outside Hassan II Mosque. Overnight in Casablanca. (B) DAY 4, TUE: CASABLANCA / MARRAKECH After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Marrakech. Upon arrival you will be transferred to the hotel. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
DAY 5, WED: MARRAKECH Today you will have a full day sightseeing tour of Marrakech. Visit the Menara Garden, Saadien tombs, Bahia Palace and koutoubia. Lunch in a local restaurant. Afternoon visit of the famous Djemaa El Fna square with its surrounding souks and handcraft quarters. Enjoy dinner with Fantasia show. Overnight in Marrakech. (B,L,D) DAY 6, THU: MARRAKECH / AGADIR Morning at leisure to discover this fascinating city on your own. In the afternoon transfer to Agadir for overnight. (B) DAY 7, FRI: AGADIR Full day at leisure to enjoy the beach or to discover this coastal city on your own. (B) DAY 8, SAT: AGADIR Enjoy the spa at your hotel, relax by the beach or choose an optional tour. See page 56. (B) DAY 9, SUN: AGADIR / USA You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home via Casablanca. Arrival same day. (B)
CASABLANCA MARRAKECH AGADIR
JAN 5 JAN 12-MAR 8 MAR 15-29 APR 5-26 MAY 3-31 JUN 7 JUN 14-JUL 26 AUG 2-16 AUG 23-31 SEP OCT
Prices include fuel surcharges
RAMADA LES ALMOHADES ROYAL MANSOUR ATLAS ASNI ATLAS MEDINA & SPA AMADIL BEACH CLUB PALAIS DES ROSES RESORT
DBL 1939 1969 1999 2059 2059 1979 2189 2219 2219 1959 1999
SGL 2329 2279 2409 2499 2499 2379 2629 2639 2639 2359 2409
DBL 2189 2099 2139 2379 2229 2229 2369 2369 2499 2159 2229
SGL 2819 2729 2779 3049 2879 2879 2989 2989 3109 2749 2879
Prices are per person. Air-inclusive prices do not includes up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change. Hotels featured above may be substituted according to availability.
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City Combinations TOUR INCLUDED FEATURES: Daily departures from USA with Royal Air Moroc. Prices include fuel surcharges Airfares are based on departure from New York. Departures from other U.S cities are available upon request.
3 NIGHTS CASABLANCA & 3 NIGHTS MARRAKECH
3 NIGHTS MARRAKECH & 3 NIGHTS AGADIR
HOTELS: RAMADA LES ALMOHADES & ATLAS ASNI SGL DBL
HOTELS: ATLAS ASNI & AMADIL BEACH DBL SGL
JAN 1-10
JAN 11-MAR 11
JAN 1-10
$1679
$2029
1629
2009
$1599
$1849
JAN 11-FEB 15
1509
1759
MAR 12-31
1749
2169
FEB 12-MAR 31
1529
1789
APR 1-30
1839
2259
APR 1-JUN 12
1679
1959
MAY 1-JUN 12
1769
2169
JUN 13-JUL 31
1769
2019
JUN 13-JUL 31
1929
2319
AUG 1-31
1809
2069
AUG 1-31
1969
2379
SEP 1-30
1599
1849
SEP 1-30
1699
2069
OCT 1-31
1679
1959
OCT 1-31
1769
2169
HOTELS: ROYAL MANSOUR & ATLAS MEDINA & SPA SGL DBL
HOTELS: ATLAS MEDINA & SPA & PALAIS DES ROSES RESORT DBL
JAN 1-10
JAN 1-10
$1959
$2419
JAN 11-MAR 10
1869
2329
MAR 11-31
1929
2399
APR 1-JUN 12
2019
JUN 13-30 JUL 1- 31 AUG 1-31
$2389
JAN 11-MAR 10
1849
2329
MAR 11-31
1909
2409
2499
APR 1-21
2149
2679
2129
2569
APR 22-JUN 12
1999
2499
2089
2469
JUN 13-JUL 31
2119
2579
2109
2509
AUG 1-31
2279
2789
SEP 1-30
1929
2399
SEP 1-30
1939
2419
OCT 1-31
2019
2499
OCT 1-31
1999
2499
3 NIGHTS FEZ & 3 NIGHTS MARRAKECH
3 NIGHTS CASABLANCA & 3 NIGHTS FEZ
HOTEL: MENZEH ZALAGH I & ATLAS ASNI DBL SGL
HOTELS: RAMADA LES ALMOHADES & MENZEH ZALAGHI DBL SGL
$1719
$2169
JAN 11-FEB 29
1649
2109
JAN 1-10
MAR 1-31
1739
2239
• • • • • • •
Round-trip airfare including fuel surcharge* Two 3-night hotel accommodations in cities of your choice Breakfast and lunch OR dinner daily Round-trip Airport/Hotel transfers Transportation between Fez/Marrakech, Marrakech/Agadir and Casablanca/Fez Air transportation between Casablanca /Marrakech Moroccan evening: Fantasia dinner and show Assistance upon arrival and departure with an English speaking escort Baggage handling of one piece of luggage per person Hotel taxes and service charges 24 hour “Emergency” Hotline USTOA $1 Million Consumer Protection Guarantee
SGL
$1919
JAN 1-10
• • • • •
Agadir Beach
$1659
$2039
JAN 11-FEB 29
1569
1949
APR 1-MAY 31
1829
2329
MAR 1-31
1609
2009
JUN 1-12
1699
2149
APR 1-JUN 12
1699
2099
JUN 13-AUG 31
1929
2389
JUN 13-AUG 31
1849
2229
SEP 1-30
1739
2169
SEP 1-30
1659
2039
OCT 1-31
1829
2329
OCT 1-31
1699
2099
Optional Sightseeing Tours Explore the fascinating sites that Morocco has to offer. From Casablanca to Marrakech and Fez to Agadir, take in the sites and sounds of the Imperial Cities. The following sightseeing tours can be taken with any Independent package. PRICE PER PERSON (2 persons minimum) FROM CASABLANCA: PRIVATE FULL DAY TOUR
HOTELS: ZALAGH PARC PALACE & ATLAS MEDINA & SPA DBL SGL
HOTELS: ROYAL MANSOUR & JNAN PALACE DBL SGL
PRIVATE FULL DAY EL JADIDA WITH LUNCH
JAN 1-10
PRIVATE FULL DAY CITY TOUR WITH LUNCH
JAN 1-10
$145 185
FROM FEZ:
$2009
$2649
$1859
$2319
JAN 11-FEB 23
1919
2559
DINNER & SHOW AT THE MEDINA INCLUDING 1 DRINK
1819
2299
FEB 24-MAR 31
1969
2619
FROM MARRAKECH:
MAR 11-31
1879
2379
APR 1-MAY 31
2059
2709
1969
2469
JUN 1-12
2359
3049
FULL DAY CITY TOUR (MON, WED, FRI, SAT & SUN) INCLUDING LUNCH
60
APR 1- JUN 12 JUN 13- JUL 31
2049
2499
JUN 13-30
2199
2839
FANTASIA DINNER & SHOW INCLUDING TRANSPORTATION
75
AUG 1-31
2069
2539
JUL 1-AUG 31
2159
2749
FULL DAY EXCURSION TO THE FISHERMEN TOWN ESSAOUIRA (WED)
70
SEP 1-30
1879
2349
SEP 1-30
1969
2559
50
OCT 1-31
1969
2469
OCT 1-31
2059
2709
EXCURSION TO OURIKA VALLEY ON THE ATLAS MOUNTAINS INCLUDING LUNCH
JAN 11-MAR 10
145 75
FROM AGADIR:
Air-inclusive prices do not include up to $100 in government taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security Fee and are current as of the printing of this brochure. *Fuel surcharge is subject to change.
56
HALF DAY CITY TOUR EVERY (THU & SUN)
30
FULL DAY TAFROUAT-BERBERE VILLAGE EVERY (THU & SUN)
75
BERBERE EVENING AT THE KASBAH (THU)
55
EXCURSION TO TAROUDANT WITH LUNCH
75
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Accidental Death and Dismemberment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,000 Medical Expense/Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,000 Pre-Departure Trip Cancellation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Up To Trip Cost Post-Departure Trip Interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Up To Trip Cost Travel Delay (Up To $100 Per Day) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 500 Baggage/Personal Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 1,000 Baggage Delay (Up To $100 Per Day) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 500
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This plan does not cover a loss that results from an illness, disease, or other condition (of you, an Immediate Family Member, Traveling Companion or Business Partner), event or circumstance which occurs at a time when this plan is not in force for you. Certain exclusions and limitations apply and are detailed in the Travel Insurance Certificate which will be included with your travel documents and is also available to you, upon request, at any time prior to your purchase of the plan. For example, coverage does not apply to; any sickness or condition of you, a Traveling Companion or an Immediate Family Member traveling with you that existed during the 60 days prior to the effective date of the coverages (see waiver provisions below), suicide, normal pregnancy, war or any act of war, mental or nervous disorders. Other Covered Events, as defined, includes the following events or their consequences: 1) Post-Departure Trip Interruption due to cancellation of arrangements by an airline due to strike, bad weather or mechanical breakdown of the aircraft on which you are scheduled to travel (Maximum of $100 per day/$500 total or 2) cancellation or interruption of your trip due to a documented traffic accident while en route to departure; jury duty; destruction of your residence by a natural disaster; a documented theft of passports or visas; or a Terrorist Act which occurs in your departure city or in a city which is a scheduled destination for your Trip provided the Terrorist Act occurs within 30 days of the Scheduled Departure Date for your Trip; and your premium is received within 7 days of the initial deposit/payment for your Trip. A Traveling Companion is defined as a person booked to share accommodations in the same room with you during your trip. Sickness or Injury must commence while the Travel Protection Plan is in force for you. This plan is underwritten by: Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, OH (all states except as otherwise noted) & Monumental General Casualty Company, Baltimore, MD (AR, CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MS, NE, OH, OK, OR, RI, SD, TX, VA and WA). This Plan is offered & administered by: Trip Mate Insurance Agency, Inc., 9225 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64114, (800) 888 7292. Insurance premium is non-refundable.
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The policy exclusion for Pre-Existing Conditions will be waived provided, your premium is received within seven days of the initial deposit/payment for your trip and you are not disabled from travel at the time you pay your premium. For specific questions regarding travel insurance, call Trip Mate Insurance Agency at 1-800-888-7292.
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GREECE: PASSPORTS & VISAS: Participants with valid U.S. and Canadian passports do not require visas. If you hold a passport of a foreign country, please contact the Greek Consulate in your area for information on whether you need a visa. CURRENCY: The unit of currency is the Euro. ELECTRICITY: The standard electrical current is 220 AC and the outlets are made for 2 round poles. TIME ZONE: Greece is seven-hours (+7) ahead of Eastern Standard Time.
CYPRUS: PASSPORTS & VISAS: Participants with a valid U.S passport do not require visas. If you hold a passport of a foreign country, please contact the Consulate of Cyprus in your area for information on whether you need a visa. CURRENCY: The unit of currency is the Euro. ELECTRICITY: The standard electrical current is 240 volts. Sockets are usually 5 amp., or 13 amp., square-pin. TIME ZONE: Cyprus is seven hours (+7) ahead of Eastern Standard Time.
ITALY: PASSPORTS & VISAS: Participants a valid U.S. passport do not require visas. If you hold a passport of a foreign country, contact the Italian Consulate in your area for information on whether you need a visa. CURRENCY: The unit of currency is the Euro. ELECTRICITY: The voltage may vary from 125 to 220. It is best to travel with dual current appliances with plug adapters. TIME ZONE: Italy is six hours (+6) ahead of Eastern Standard Time.
CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE: PASSPORTS & VISAS: Participants with a valid U.S passport do not require visas. If you hold a passport of a foreign country, please contact the Consulate in your area for information on whether you need a visa. ELECTRICITY: The standard electrical current is 220 AC. Two pin razor plugs are used in all outlets.
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TIME ZONE: Six hours (+6) ahead of Eastern Standard Zone CURRENCY: Austria & Germany: The unit of currency is the Euro. Croatia: The unit of currency is the Kuna. Czech Republic: The unit of currency is the Koruna. Hungary: The unit of currency is the Forint. Poland: The unit of currency is the Zloty. Slovenia: The unit of currency is the Tolar. Bosnia & Hertzegovina: The unit of currency is the Convertible Mark. Montenegro: The unit of currency is the Euro
PASSPORTS & VISAS: Participants with valid U.S. and Canadian passports do not require visas. If you hold a passport of a foreign country, please contact the Jordanian Consulate in your area for information on whether you need a visa. CURRENCY: The local currency is the Jordanian Dinar. ELECTRICITY: The standard electrical current is 220 volts, 50 cycles, requiring rounded two-prong wall plugs. TIME ZONE: Jordan is seven hours (+7) ahead of Eastern Standard Time.
RUSSIA:
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PASSPORTS & VISAS: A visa is required and may be obtained from the Russian consulate in your area. CURRENCY: The unit of currency is the Ruble ELECTRICITY: The standard electrical current is 220 AC. Two pin razor plugs are used in all outlets. TIME ZONE: Russia is eight hours (+8) ahead of Eastern Standard Time.
EGYPT: PASSPORTS & VISAS: A visa is required and may be obtained from the Egyptian consulate in your area. A visa may also be obtained upon arrival in Egypt. CURRENCY: The local currency is the Egyptian Pound. ELECTRICITY: The standard electrical current is 220 volts and wall plugs are the round, two pronged European type. TIME ZONE: Egypt is seven hours (+7) ahead of Eastern Standard Time.
MOROCCO: PASSPORTS & VISAS: Participants with a valid U.S. passport do not require visas. If you hold a passport of a foreign country, please contact the Moroccan Consulate in your area for information on whether you need a visa. CURRENCY: Moroccan Dirhams are the local currency. Dirhams can only be bought and sold in Morocco. ELECTRICITY: The voltage may vary from 125 to 220. It is recommended to travel with dual current appliances with plug adapters. TIME ZONE: Morocco is five hours (+5) ahead of Eastern Standard Time.
JORDAN:
PASSPORTS & VISAS: Participants with valid U.S and Canadian passports do not require visas. If you hold a passport of a foreign country, please contact the Israeli Consulate in your area for information on weather you need a visa. CURRENCY: The currencies of most Western countries are recognized in Israel as legal tender. Therefore, one can make purchases in one’s own currencies with change made in Israeli Shekel. ELECTRICITY: The standard electrical current is 220 AC and the outlets are made for 2 round poles. TIME ZONE: Israel is seven hours (+7) ahead of Eastern Standard Time. FOR TRAVEL TO GREECE, CYPRUS, BOSNIA, CZECH REPUBLIC, MONTENEGRO AND SLOVENIA, IT IS REQUIRED THAT THE PASSPORT BE VALID 3 MONTHS BEYOND THE CONCLUSION OF THE TRIP. FOR TRAVEL TO EGYPT, ITALY, AUSTRIA, MOROCCO, JORDAN, ISRAEL, CROATIA, HUNGARY, POLAND AND RUSSIA, IT IS REQUIRED THAT THE PASSPORT BE VALID AT LEAST 6 MONTHS BEYOND THE CONCLUSION OF THE TRIP. For updated information call the appropriate consulate.
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General Information and Tour Conditions BROCHURE PRICING: Prices in brochure reflect a 3% discount for payments by check. Those paying by credit card will pay a different price. Homeric Tours has the right to increase prices in case of a devaluation of the US dollar against the Euro. In case of human or computer error, Homeric Tours reserves the right to re-invoice for the correct price or service. A full refund will be made to those who choose not to pay the increase and send us written notice of such. TRAVEL PROTECTION & INSURANCE: Homeric Tours highly recommends the purchase of comprehensive trip insurance. For more information, see page 57 of our brochure or check with one of our agents. RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS: A deposit of $200.00 per person is required within five business days after a reservation is made. No reservation is considered confirmed until the $200.00 deposit is received by Homeric Tours. An additional deposit may be required for some cruise-inclusive packages. Final payment must reach Homeric Tours no later than 60 days prior to departure date from New York. If payment is made by credit card (AMEX, VISA, MC), Homeric requires a completion of Homeric’s authorization form, accompanied with copies of front and back of card. Instant purchase specials require full payment at time of booking. LATE BOOKINGS AND PAYMENTS: Booking made within 21 days of departure must be paid in full by certified check or cashier’s check and will be charged a LATE FEE of $50.00 per person to cover communications expenses and express shipping of travel documents. RETURNED CHECKS: $25 fee. LAND ONLY BOOKINGS & TOUR DEVIATIONS: All Homeric Tours packages include airfare from New York. Land only bookings and any other deviation from the tour, requested by the client, will be assessed a charge of $50.00 per person, plus any additional costs the change may incur. ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TRANSFERS ARE NOT PROVIDED FOR LAND ONLY BOOKINGS. CHANGES IN BOOKINGS: Any changes made in a booking after the deposit or final payment has been received by Homeric Tours, up to 60 days prior to departure, will incur a fee of $50.00 per change. Changes made within 59 days of departure and before tour documents are issued will incur a $100.00 fee plus any additional costs the change may incur. Changes made after tour documents are issued are subject to applicable cancellation fees. A change of destination constitutes a cancellation and will be subject to full cancellation fees. CANCELLATIONS BEFORE DEPARTURE: Cancellations and refund requests must be received in writing by Homeric Tours. The following cancellation fees will be charged per person: 60 days or more before departure: $75.00 59 to 45 days before departure: $150.00 44 to 36 days before departure: $250.00 35 to 21 days before departure: 50% OF TOTAL TRIP COST 20 to 8 days before departure: 80% OF TOTAL TRIP COST 7 days or less before departure: 100% OF TOTAL TRIP COST Once cruise and/or air tickets are issued, additional penalties will apply. CANCELLATIONS FOR CRUISE-INCLUSIVE ITINERARIES: 70 days or more before departure: $200.00 69-45 days before departure: 25% OF TOTAL TRIP COST 44-21 days before departure: 50% OF TOTAL TRIP COST 20-8 days before departure: 80% OF TOTAL TRIP COST 7 days or less before departure: 100% OF TOTAL TRIP COST
INSURANCE: Homeric Tours is not responsible or liable for loss, damage or theft of luggage or personal belongings, or for personal injury, accidents or illness while on tour nor is Homeric Tours responsible for any type of trip interruption. REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS AFTER DEPARTURE: Once the tour commences NO REFUND will be made for unused features or voluntary modifications made by the tour participant. REFUNDS: Applications for refunds must be submitted in writing to HOMERIC TOURS, INC, within 15 days of tour termination. Processing will take from six to eight weeks from the date HT receives relevant documents. There will be no refunds for unused package tour services or features, including missed transfers due to airline changes and/or missed flights, unused meals, missed sightseeing tours, unused entrance fees and accommodations. PASSENGER NAME: Passengers are responsible to ensure that the names printed on the invoice exactly match the first and last name written in their passport. Any name change may require airline reservations to be canceled and rebooked. Reservations are subject to availability at the time of rebooking. Passengers will be required to pay airlines rebooking fee of up to $250 per ticket. Homeric Tours will not be held responsible for the denial of services by a carrier due to any name discrepancy. SPECIAL REQUESTS: We will be happy to advise hotels, airlines and cruises lines of any special requests, provided we receive the request at time of booking. However, we cannot guarantee all requests. FLIGHTS: All flights from New York are operated on scheduled carriers. AIRLINES: Once issued, tickets may be nonrefundable. Airline schedules and flights are subject to change without notice. HT is not responsible for penalties incurred for tickets not issued by HT due to schedule or flight changes. Airlines reserve the right to demand immediate issuance of tickets whenever they determine that necessary. In that case, HT will require immediate full payment of the airfare portion and taxes. This situation overrides invoice terms and conditions and payment due dates. If full payment is not received, seats will be cancelled by the airline and may not be available to be rebooked on the same flights or at the same airfare. Any replacement of air arrangements and any additional cost of airfare will be the sole responsibility of the passenger. HOTELS: Hotels accommodations will be provided in accordance with the itinerary or similar. We reserve the right to substitute hotels of equal category. All rooms are twinbedded rooms with private facilities, unless an upgrade was requested. Room selection is at the discretion of the hotel. Triple rooms consist of a standard twin bedded room plus a sofa, folding bed or cot for the third person. BAGGAGE: The less you bring with you, the better; we recommend that you take along one suitcase per person, plus a small overnight bag. On land, due to limited motorcoach capacity, we request that only one bag per person be carried on motorcoaches. If additional baggage is carried (other than overnight bag) a supplementary charge of $2.00 per additional suitcase per “lift” will be levied according to the number of lifts. For those tours that include a domestic flight(s) only one suitcase per person will be allowed. Additional baggage charges according to airline tariff. Baggage is carried at owner’s risk and baggage insurance is strongly recommended. PORTERAGE: Porterage of only one suitcase per person is provided in our tours. However
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you should know that strict security precautions, especially going through Customs inspections, on entry or exit points, demand that you carry your personal piece of luggage for the Customs official. This procedure is seriously enforced and there are no exceptions to the rule. We ask that you bring with you only a small carry on piece and one suitcase. Both pieces you should be able to carry on your own, where necessary, when the law, for your own protection, demands it. This will only be in Customs and security areas such at ports and airports. Our own people will be there beyond these areas to assist you. PASSPORTS AND VISAS: United States citizens require a valid passport only. It is suggested that ALL participants check with the appropriate Consulates to determine if any visas are required. Those taking one of our Russian, Egypt and/or Turkey tours require a visa and should obtain one prior to departure. Refer to Travel Tips on page 58 for more information. PRICES IN THIS BROCHURE: All prices quoted in this brochure are based on air fares including fuel surcharge, land/cruise rates and exchange rates in effect at the time of printing and include the cost of Tour Operator planning, operation and mark-up. Prices do NOT include: AIRPORT TAXES, THE SEPTEMBER 11TH SECURITY FEE, PORT TAXES, tips to guides and drivers, laundry charges, room service charges and items of a personal nature. All prices in the brochure are subject to changes without notice prior to departure, due to major currency fluctuations, fuel prices and/or unforeseen economic circumstances. Availability of prices in the brochure is limited, and at the time you purchase your tour, prices may be higher. For current prices, please see our website www.HomericTours.com or call our toll free number at 800-223-5570. RESPONSIBILITY: HOMERIC TOURS, INC. 17th fl., 55 EAST 59TH ST., NEW YORK, NEW YORK, 10022 and/or their cooperating selling agents and/or their suppliers of services offer these tours for sale only on the express understanding that they themselves do not perform or in any way assume liability for the performance of the individual components (transfers, hotels, flights, car, motorcoaches, etc.) of these tours and act only to combine these components into a single unit of sale for the convenience of the general public, and are not responsible therefore, either directly or indirectly, for any loss, accident, or injury which may result from any act, omission, negligence in or responsible for performing or providing these component services. The transportation companies concerned take no responsibility for any act, omission or event during the time the passengers are not aboard their conveyances. The passage contract issued by the transportation company shall constitute the sole contract between the transportation company and the passenger. ADDITIONAL EXPENSES INCURRED AS A RESULT OF DELAY, CHANGE OF SCHEDULES, ILLNESS, WEATHER, STRIKES, HOSTILITIES, QUARANTINE, GOVERNMENT REQUISITION OF HOTEL SPACE, OR ANY OTHER REASONS BEYOND THE CONTROL OF THE TOUR OPERATOR OR TRAVEL AGENT, SHALL BE BORNE BY THE PASSENGER. TOUR OPERATOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SUBSTITUTE HOTELS OF SIMILAR CATEGORY IF NECESSARY AND TO ALTER ITINERARIES. Any and all disputes concerning this contract, the brochure,website or your trip shall be resolved solely by the courts of the city of New York, county of Manhattan. BROCHURE PRINTING DISCLAIMER: The tour operator is not responsible for typographical or printing errors.
HOLIDAYS: During local or national holidays abroad, certain facilities such as museums, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited. SUBSTITUTIONS: We reserve the right, in our discretion, to substitute carrier, aircraft, charter flight for scheduled flight, cruise line, entertainment, hosts, entertainers, hotels, restaurants, party & banquet locations, or other accommodations. We also reserve the right for good faith reasons to cancel any scheduled tour. In such event, we cannot take responsibility for your having chosen to purchase a non-refundable airfare. CRUISES: Cruise cabins are assigned within a general cabin category on run-of-ship basis. HT cannot guarantee a specific assignment. Dining room seating will be done by the maitre d’hotel on board. HT will accept requests for dining time preferences. SHIP SUBSTITUTIONS AND ITINERARY CHANGES: Cruise Lines reserve the right to substitute ships on any cruise, even at the last minute, based on decisions made by their senior management staff. Itinerary changes on any cruise are the sole responsibility of the cruise line and they may be implemented at the last minute based on factors determined by existing weather or traffic conditions. Homeric Tours as the Tour Operator cannot take any responsibility for ship substitutions or itinerary changes decided by a cruise line. HANDICAPPED/ELDERLY PASSENGERS: Tour participants who require any form of assistance must be accompanied by a helper who is capable of and totally responsible for providing such assistance. Because of space limitations, wheelchairs and walkers cannot be carried on motorcoaches. Please note that some of our tours require a lot of walking and moving around. TIPPING: On land, tips are not included in any of the tour packages and are left at the discretion of each participant. While cruising, passengers wishing to express their appreciation should give their gratuities to the Chief Steward at the end of the cruise which in turn are distributed to the service personnel in accordance with established practice. Recommendations from the cruise lines are $10-$12 per person per day. TOUR DOCUMENTS: Final documents are mailed, provided we have full payment and a signed contract, two weeks prior to departure date. One set of documents will be mailed per reservation. Documents may be sent to additional addresses for a $20 fee per address. Should final payment be received fewer than 60 days prior to departure, a $17 overnight mail fee will be applied to your invoice. This amount must be paid in full before documents can be released. AIR CONDITIONING: Please be advised that foreign air conditioning systems in public places, hotel and motorcoaches are not up to USA standards. ACCEPTANCE: Payment of deposit or full payment shall be deemed as consent by the passenger to the above conditions. WHEN AND HOW TO BOOK: Make your reservations as early as possible in order to avoid disappointment. Reservations can be made through your local travel agent or by calling: HOMERIC TOURS, INC. 55 East 59th Street New York, NY 10022 Tel: (212) 753-1100 (800) 223-5570 Fax: (212) 753-0319 VALIDITY: JAN ‘08 TO MAY ‘09
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