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2021 GROUP TRAVEL PREVIEW
WORLD HOLIDAYS Treasures of Tuscany. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .03
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Culinary Italy from Sorrento to Rome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
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Classic Italy by Rail
• Air arrangements can be added for your group with confirmed rates, including airport transfers on tour dates
featuring Venice, Florence and Rome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
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Greece featuring Athens, Mykonos and Santorini............................ 06
British Isles – Castles, Countrysides and Capitals. . 07
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London and Paris Discovery featuring the Eurostar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
Best of Ireland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09 Best of Scandinavia featuring Sweden, Norway and Denmark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Iceland Land of Fire and Ice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Amazing Thailand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Japan – Land of the Rising Sun featuring Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Osaka. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Flavors of India. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Costa Rica. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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Essence of Panama. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 TRAVEL PRESENTATIONS
Mystical Peru featuring Machu Picchu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
South American Adventure Brazil • Argentina • Chile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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featuring Cape Town, two National Parks and Victoria Falls. . . . . . 19
East African Safari Adventure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Best of Israel and Jordan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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Wonders of Australia and New Zealand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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Delicious flavors in the Tuscan countryside
Treasures of Tuscany 8 DAYS • 9 MEALS From art and culture to food and wine, experience all Tuscany has to offer while based in the Tuscan countryside. Travel through the scenic countryside and take in the postcard-perfect vistas as you journey to Pisa, Florence, Siena, Chianti, San Gimignano and Cortona. Sample the local wine and learn the secrets of preparing delicious Italian cuisine at a hands-on cooking class. Discover the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa and marvel at Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David. Step back in time as you travel on a vintage steam train to a local village festival. Experience Italy’s ‘La bella vita’ – the good life! TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 9 meals (6 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • 6 nights in the Tuscan countryside • Guided tours in Pisa, Florence, San Gimignano, Cortona and Arezzo • Visit the Accademia Gallery and see Michelangelo’s David • See the most authentic pasta-making factory in Europe • Ride a vintage steam train and attend a local, cultural festival • Learn secrets of Italian cuisine during an included cooking class • Local wine-tasting in the Tuscan countryside • Included meals featuring Tuscan cuisine • $40 in Mayflower Money
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Overnight Visit Tour Route
Florence
Pisa Lari
ITALY
San Gimignano
Chianti Mediterranean Sea Colle Val d'Elsa
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Arezzo Siena Cortona
2021 DEPARTURES April 21
PER PERSON TWIN $2,199
SINGLE ROOM add $539
May 5
$2,199
add $539
September 22
$2,199
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October 5, 13
$2,199
add $539
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Florence, Italy.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 7 – Hotel Palazzo San Lorenzo, Colle Val D’Elsa or similar, province of Siena
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Brilliant colors adorn Italy’s Amalfi Coast
Culinary Italy from Sorrento to Rome 13 DAYS • 17 MEALS Discover the beauty and charms of southern Italy on this adventure through the Sorrento area, Campania region and Rome. UNESCO World Heritage Sites, historic monuments, breathtaking scenery and hands-on culinary experiences are sure to please as you travel through Italy. From the ruins of Pompeii to the majesty of Vatican City. From the sweet delight of a gelato tasting to the creamy richness of buffalo mozzarella cheese, a tour of culinary Italy will be a delight to the senses.
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Overnight Visit
3 Rome
ITALY
Tour Route Ferry Route
Mediterranean Sea Naples Pompeii
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 17 Meals (11 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Visit the picturesque town of Sorrento • See Mt. Vesuvius and discover the archaeological excavations of Pompeii • Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the island of Capri • Travel along Amalfi coast and visit the town of Amalfi • Explore the Greek temples of Paestum • Enjoy pizza, pasta and pastry-making classes • Gelato-making demonstration and Limoncello tasting • Taste Buffalo Mozzarella cheese and see how it’s produced • Wine tasting at a local vineyard • Visit an olive mill and learn how olive oil is made • Guided tour of the Coliseum and Forum in Rome • See the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica • $65 in Mayflower Money
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Sorrento Isle of Capri
5 Amalfi
3 Paestum
Agropoli
2021 DEPARTURES April 20
PER PERSON TWIN $2,999
SINGLE ROOM add $799
May 1
$3,199
add $799
October 10, 25
$3,199
add $799
October 30
$2,799
add $799
Call for air rates from your city to Naples, returning from Rome.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 6 – Arthotel Gran Paradiso or similar, Sorrento, Italy Days 7 through 9 – Mec Paestum Hotel or similar, Paestum, Italy Days 10 through 12 - Hotel Victoria or similar, Rome, Italy
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The iconic coliseum, symbol of imperial Rome
Classic Italy by Rail featuring Venice, Florence and Rome 10 DAYS • 11 MEALS For centuries it was the center of civilization, and Italy continues to fascinate with historic sites, majestic vistas, and hill towns frozen in time. Stroll through the romantic streets of Venice and journey by high-speed train to Florence, taking in the vineyards and wineries along the way. When in Rome, visit the remarkable Coliseum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Experience the visual delights and marvel at the historic sites as you travel through Italy on this amazing tour. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 11 Meals: 8 breakfasts and 3 dinners • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Included walking tour of Venice with a local guide • Ride the high-speed train from Venice to Florence • Included walking tour of Florence with a local guide • Visit the Accademia Gallery and see the sculpture of Michelangelo’s David • Three nights in Montecatini • Included full-day excursion to Siena • Included excursion to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower • Ride the high-speed train from Florence to Rome • Included city tour of Rome with a visit to the Coliseum • Included tour to Vatican City with a visit to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica • $50 in Mayflower Money
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Overnight
2 Venice
Visit Tour Route
ITALY
Train Route
Montecatini Terme
3
Florence
Adriatic Sea
Pisa Siena
Mediterranean Sea
2021 DEPARTURES April 12, 19
3 Rome
PER PERSON TWIN $2,749
SINGLE ROOM add $799
October 4, 11, 18, 25
$2,749
add $799
November 1
$2,559
add $699
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Venice, returning from Rome, Italy.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 and 3 – Hotel Cavalletto or similar, Venice, Italy Days 4 through 6 – Grand Hotel Tamerici and Principe, Montecatini Terme, Italy Days 7 through 9 – Hotel Universo, Rome, Italy
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Sunset over the Caldera in Santorini, Greece
Greece featuring Athens, Mykonos and Santorini 9 DAYS • 11 MEALS Step into history and discover a place where the mythical Greek Gods ruled the world. Spend three nights in Athens and visit the Acropolis with its crowning glory, the Parthenon. Travel by high-speed ferries across the Aegean Sea to the islands of Mykonos and Santorini where you can immerse yourself in the relaxed lifestyle during your stays. Friendly islanders are eager to welcome you to their pictureperfect paradise of whitewashed houses, seafront promenades and flower-filled lanes lined with quaint cafés and shops.
GREECE Athens
3 Mykonos
2
Aegean Sea
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 11 Meals (7 breakfasts and 4 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Included panoramic city tour of Athens • Visit the ancient Parthenon with a local guide • Discover antiquities at the Acropolis Museum • High-speed ferries between Athens and the islands of Mykonos and Santorini • Included orientation tours on the islands of Mykonos and Santorini • Free day on each island for relaxation or independent exploration • $45 in Mayflower Money
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2
Overnight
Santorini
Ferry Route
2021 DEPARTURES April 20, 22
PER PERSON TWIN $2,199
SINGLE ROOM add $699
May 5, 10
$2,399
add $999
October 9, 11, 13, 15, 17
$2,199
add $699
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Athens, Greece.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 and 3 – Titania Hotel or similar, Athens, Greece Days 4 and 5 – San Marco Hotel or similar, Mykonos, Greece Days 6 and 7 – El Greco Resort and Spa or similar, Santorini, Greece Day 8 – Titania Hotel or similar, Athens, Greece
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Colorful gardens surround Anne Hathaway’s cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon
British Isles – Castles, Countrysides and Capitals 12 DAYS • 13 MEALS Discover the history and charms of the British Isles as you visit Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland. See historic royal castles, the beauty of England’s Lake District and Ireland’s countryside. Watch master craftsmen create their works of art at the House of Waterford Crystal. Climb to the top of Blarney Castle and kiss the infamous stone. You’ll experience it all on this journey through these four magnificent countries.
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Overnight Visit
2 Edinburgh Atlantic Ocean
Tour Route
SCOTLAND Gretna Green
Ferry Route
North Sea
Lake District York
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 13 Meals: 10 breakfasts and 3 dinners • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Included visits to Edinburgh, Cardiff and Blarney Castles • Discover the capital cities of Edinburgh, Cardiff and Dublin on included guided tours • Visit Gretna Green, ‘the marriage capital of the UK’ • Scenic cruise on Lake Windermere • Tour the medieval town of York and visit the Minster • Tour the childhood home of William Shakespeare during the visit to Stratford-upon-Avon • Enjoy a scenic journey through the Cotswolds • Discover the ancient art of creating Waterford Crystal • Kiss the Blarney Stone during the visit to Blarney Castle • See the Book of Kells at Trinity College in Dublin • Local entertainment at dinner shows in Edinburgh and Dublin • $60 in Mayflower Money
Manchester
2 Dublin
2
IRELAND Blarney
2 Waterford Area Stratford-upon-Avon
WALES Pembroke
Irish Sea
Cotswolds
Cardiff
2
ENGLAND
DATES AND RATES CALL FOR DETAILS
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Edinburgh, Scotland, returning from Dublin, Ireland.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 and 3 – Hilton Grosvenor or similar, Edinburgh, Scotland Days 4 and 5 – Midland Hotel or similar, Manchester, England Days 6 and 7 – Future Inn Hotel or similar, Cardiff, Wales Days 8 and 9 – Brandon House Hotel or similar, New Ross, Ireland Days 10 and 11 – Camden Court Hotel or similar, Dublin, Ireland
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The Eiffel Tower graces the skies of Paris
London and Paris Discovery Featuring the Eurostar 9 DAYS • 9 MEALS Discover two of the world’s most historic capitals. Spend four nights in cosmopolitan London and three nights in romantic Paris, exploring some of the cities’ most notable sites. From the impressive Tower Bridge to the opulent Palace of Versailles; from picturesque Leeds Castle to the unforgettable Eiffel Tower, adventure and local experiences await. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 9 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Panoramic city tour of London • Excursion to medieval Leeds Castle and the Cliffs of Dover • High-speed rail journey between London and Paris aboard the Eurostar • Panoramic tour of Paris • Ascend to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower for birds’ eye views over the city • Learn how to create local cuisine at a cooking class in Paris • Visit the regal Palace of Versailles • All excursions with local English-speaking guides • $45 in Mayflower Money
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ENGLAND London
4 Leeds & Dover
English Channel
1
Overnight
3 Paris
Visit Tour Route
FRANCE
Train Route
2021 DEPARTURES April 20
PER PERSON TWIN $2,999
SINGLE ROOM add $699
$2,999
add $699
October 19
Call for air schedules from your city to London, England, returning from Paris, France.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 5 – Hilton Olympia or similar, London, England Days 6 through 8 – Crowne Plaza Republique or similar, Paris, France
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Blarney Castle
Best of Ireland 13 DAYS • 13 MEALS From the bustling, historic capital of Dublin to quaint seaside villages, Ireland is yours to explore with this Mayflower holiday featuring Irish history, music, dance, cuisine, scenery and architecture. Georgian Dublin and the Guinness Storehouse. Glen Keen Farm and Blarney Castle. The Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher. Inisowen Peninsula and Belfast. This ‘best of’ tour lets you experience 6,000 years of history spread across the dales, valleys, cliffs and castles of Dublin, Killarney, Co Mayo, and Northern Ireland.
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Overnight
Giant's Causeway
Visit Donegal
Tour Route
2 Derry NORTHERN
IRELAND 2 Belfast
Westpoint Louisburgh
2
Killary Fjord
4 Dublin
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 13 meals: 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 5 dinners • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Included panoramic city tour of Dublin with a local guide and see the Book of Kells at Trinity College • Tour the Guinness Storehouse and sample its product • A traditional Irish evening with dinner, dance and music • Kiss the famous stone at Blarney Castle • Entrance to Muckross House and gardens in Killarney • Jaunting Cart ride through Killarney National Park • Journey along the famous ‘Ring of Kerry’ and see the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher • Cruise through the scenic Killary Fjord • Visit a working farm in the country and be Irish for a day • Tour Donegal Castle • Experience the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland • Visit the Titanic Museum in Belfast • $65 in Mayflower Money
IRELAND Atlantic Ocean
Cliffs of Moher
2 Killarney Ring of Kerry
Blarney Castle
DATES AND RATES CALL FOR DETAILS
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Dublin, Ireland.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 4 – Ashling Hotel or similar, Dublin, Ireland Days 5 and 6 – Killarney Towers or similar, Killarney, Ireland Days 7 and 8 – Westport Hotel or similar, Westport, Ireland Days 9 and 10 – TBA, Derry, Northern Ireland Day 11 – TBA, Belfast, Northern Ireland Day 12 – Dunboyne Castle Hotel or similar, Dublin, Ireland
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Colorful buildings line the canal in Copenhagen’s Nyhavn
Best of Scandinavia featuring Sweden, Norway and Denmark 10 DAYS • 12 MEALS The remarkable cities of Stockholm, Oslo, Bergen and Copenhagen will come alive with history, Viking legends, Hans Christian Andersen and The Little Mermaid. Each city is a unique experience. From vibrant Stockholm with its wonderful mix of old and new to the colorful waterfront of Bergen. From the cobbled streets of Copenhagen to the thriving port of Oslo. Add the unbelievable natural beauty of the Scandinavian countries and you’ll have the holiday of a lifetime.
Flåm
NORWAY Stalheim Norwegian Sea
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Myrdal
2 Bergen
SWEDEN Oslo
1 2 Stockholm
Gulf of Bothnia
North Sea
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 12 Meals (8 breakfasts and 4 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Remarkable experiences in Sweden, Norway and Denmark • Included city tour in Stockholm, Oslo, Bergen and Copenhagen with a local guide • See the City Hall and scenic Old Town in Stockholm • Visit Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo • Scenic rail experiences from Oslo to Myrdal and aboard the Flåm Railway from Myrdal to Flåm • Cruise the scenic Sognefjord and Naerøey Fjords • Overnight at the Stalheim Hotel with panoramic views of the Norwegian valley • Tour historic Bryggen in Bergen • See The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen • $50 in Mayflower Money
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1 DENMARK
Visit Baltic Sea
2 Copenhagen
2021 DEPARTURES May 12
Overnight
Tour Route Train Route
PER PERSON TWIN $2,799
SINGLE ROOM add $929
July 7
$2,699
add $829
September 1
$2,799
add $929
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Stockholm, Sweden, returning from Copenhagen, Denmark.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 and 3 – Hilton Slussen, Stockholm, Sweden Day 4 – Thon Opera, Oslo, Norway Day 5 – Stalheim Hotel, Stalheim, Norway Days 6 and 7 – Thon Rosenkrantz, Bergen, Norway Days 8 and 9 – Scandic Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Please note additional cost for flight between Bergen, Norway and Copenhagen, Denmark is $300 per person and will be booked through Mayflower Cruises & Tours.
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Iceland’s stunning landscapes
Iceland Land of Fire and Ice 7 DAYS • 7 MEALS Iceland is a unique destination that offers pristine nature, boasting geysers, geothermal pools, waterfalls and wildlife, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture deeply rooted in ancient heritage. Soak in the remarkable Blue Lagoon. Board a whale-watching vessel in search of the magnificent creatures. Explore the cosmopolitan capital of Reykjavik with its old town center and famous church. Spend five nights delighting in this amazing land of fire and ice.
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Strokkur Gullfoss
Thingvellir National Park
Overnight Visit
Geysir
Tour Route
Reykjavik
ICELAND Keflavik Lake Blue Lagoon Kleifarvatn
5 Hveragerdi Mount Hekla
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 7 Meals (5 breakfasts and 2 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Included city tour of Reykjavik with a local guide • Experience a full-day adventure of volcanoes, waterfalls, geothermal activity and nature, with a local guide, on the included South Shore excursion • Discover the Reykjanes Peninsula* and its geothermal activities with a local guide on this included full-day excursion • Relax in the Blue Lagoon (entrance included) • Included whale-watching excursion with onboard naturalist guides • On a full-day included Golden Circle tour with a local guide, see the Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visit the “Geysir” and more natural wonders • $35 in Mayflower Money *weather permitting during ‘Northern Lights’ departures
Atlantic Ocean
Eyjafjallajokull Seljalandsfoss Skogafoss Vik
2021 DEPARTURES *March 3, 10, 17
PER PERSON TWIN $1,999
SINGLE ROOM add $359
June 30
$2,389
add $799
July 7, 14, 28
$2,389
add $799
August 4, 11, 18
$2,389
add $799
*September 29 *October 6, 13, 20
$2,199 $2,199
add $489 add $489
*Special ‘Northern Lights’ Departures
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Keflavik Airport in Iceland.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 6 Hotel Ork, Hveragerdi, Iceland or Hotel Selfoss, Selfoss, Iceland
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A large, white Buddah takes center stage at Wat Rong Suea Ten, the Blue Temple
SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE
Amazing Thailand 10 DAYS • 16 MEALS Discover Bangkok and its spectacular Buddhist temples, along with its most sacred site, the Grand Palace. Delight in its famous floating market, a true Thai experience. Ride in an iconic Tuk Tuk and learn to prepare traditional dishes. Add in tours of a tea plantation and orchid farm and you are truly immersed in the Thai culture, a wonderful blend of ancient and modern.
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Chiang Rai
2
Overnight Tour Route
3 Chiang Mai
THAILAND TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 16 Meals (8 Breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Included city tour of Bangkok with visits to Wat Po, Wat Trimitr and the Chedis of the Kings • Services of a full-time, English-speaking tour director • Included Street Food Tour in Bangkok on a Tuk Tuk • Included traditional Thai dinner with folk dances in Chiang Mai • Included Lanna Thai cooking class and visit to Lanna Wisdoms School • Included visit to Araksa Tea Plantation • Included visit to two famous temples in Chiang Mai – Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phan Tao • Included visit to the famous “White Temple” and the “Blue Temple” • $50 in Mayflower Money
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3 Bangkok
2021 DEPARTURES February 11, 25
PER PERSON TWIN $1,999
SINGLE ROOM add $849
March 4, 18
$1,999
add $849
November 4
$1,999
add $849
Please add $420 per person for intra-country air between Bangkok and Chiang Mai.
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Bangkok, returning from Chiang Rai, Thailand.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 4 – Ramada Plaza Bangkok Menam Riverside or similar, Bangkok, Thailand Days 5 through 7 – Siripanna Villa Resort and Spa or similar, Chiang Mai, Thailand Days 8 and 9 – The Legend or similar, Chiang Rai, Thailand
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Kinkauji, The Golden Pavillion, is richly adorned in pure gold leaf
SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE
Japan – Land of the Rising Sun featuring Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Osaka 11 DAYS • 13 MEALS Enjoy a cultural immersion into the land of Emperors, Buddhas, temples and shrines memorializing Shoguns through the centuries. Steeped in history, yet cosmopolitan, Tokyo and Kyoto offer a vibrant look into the country’s past. Experience transportation from ‘ancient’ to modern with a rickshaw ride and journeys on the famed bullet train. Witness the effects of history and restoration during a visit to Hiroshima and see Osaka’s famous landmark castle.
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Overnight Visit Tour Route Train Route
Lake Chuzenji
Sea of Japan
Nikko
Cruise Route
JAPAN 3
Kyoto
Tokyo
3
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 13 Meals (9 breakfasts and 4 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Local Tour Manager throughout your journey in Japan • Experience three journeys on the famed bullet train • View the scenic wonders of Lake Chuzenji and the Kegon Waterfall • Enjoy a rickshaw ride in Kyoto through the Arashiyama district • Participate in a tea-making ceremony with a local tea master • Create your own calligraphy masterpiece during an included class • See the shrine of Fushimi Inari, featured in Memoirs of a Geisha • Visit Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park and Museum • Cruise along the World Heritage Sea Route • $55 in Mayflower Money
Hiroshima
1
2
Nara
Osaka Pacific Ocean
Miyajima
2021 DEPARTURES April 10*
PER PERSON TWIN $5,449
SINGLE ROOM add $1,899
$5,349
add $1,799
September 9
*Special Cherry Blossom in Japan Departure
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Tokyo and from Osaka, Japan.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 4 – Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba, or similar, Tokyo Days 5 through 7 – Hotel Granvia, or similar, Kyoto Days 8 and 9 – Sheraton Grand Hiroshima, or similar, Hiroshima Day 10 – Hilton Osaka, or similar, Osaka
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The 17th century, architectural masterpiece – the Taj Mahal
Flavors of India 12 DAYS • 22 MEALS Come, seek and discover the magic of India on a tour that takes you to Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur and Samode. From the narrow lanes of Old Delhi to the wide boulevards of New Delhi, to the magnificence of the incomparable Taj Mahal and walls of the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur. Search for tigers on safaris in Ranthambore National Park, overnight in an authentic Indian palace, and dine on a traditional meal with a local Indian family. This tour offers you a true taste of the flavors of India. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 22 Meals (10 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 10 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Tour of Old Delhi and visit to the Red Fort • Rickshaw cycle ride through Old Delhi’s Chandni Chowk • Visit the sites of Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar • Enjoy sunset and sunrise visits to the Taj Mahal • Visit Agra’s Red Fort • Visit Fatehpur Sikri – a UNESCO World Heritage Site • Included scenic rail experience to Sawai Madhopur • Enjoy two safari adventures in Ranthambore National Park • Included city tour of Jaipur • Experience local culture as you dine with an Indian family • Visit Jaipur’s Amber Fort with a local guide • Stay at a luxurious historic Indian palace • $60 in Mayflower Money
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1 Delhi
Overnight Visit
3
Tour Route
INDIA Bharatpur Samode
1
Jaipur
2
2 Agra
2 Ranthambore National Park
2021 DEPARTURES February 1, 8
PER PERSON TWIN $2,699
SINGLE ROOM add $1,299
March 19*
$2,699
add $1,299
October 14, 25**
$2,699
add $1,299
Visa required on this program.
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and New Delhi, India. *Special Holi Departure **Special Diwali Departure
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 4 – Vivanta by Taj Dwarka or similar, Delhi, India Days 5 and 6 – Taj View or similar, Agra, India Days 7 and 8 – Tree House Anuraga or similar, Ranthambore, India Days 9 and 10 – Trident or similar, Jaipur, India Day 11 – Samode Palace or similar, Samode, India
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Vibrant bird life abounds in Costa Rica
Costa Rica 8 DAYS • 13 MEALS The limitless possibilities that include extensive rainforests, volcanoes, rivers traveling through the mountains, beaches and natural resources safeguarded by an important organization of national parks and forest preserves will unfold before your eyes. Tour a coffee plantation, explore a national wildlife refuge with its array of flora, fauna and bird life and participate in a boat trip for an up-close experience with American crocodiles. Enjoy nature and beauty as you discover the magic of Costa Rica.
Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Caribbean Sea
3 Arenal Area
Arenal Volcano
Poás Volcano
1 San José Tárcoles
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 13 Meals (7 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Overnight in San José, Costa Rica • Visit to Poás Volcano • Enjoy a visit to Doka Coffee Estate with a guided tour and lunch featuring this local specialty • Experience a gentle hike at the base of Arenal volcano • Spend three nights in the Arenal area overlooking Arenal Volcano • Included excursion to Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge with a local guide and lunch • Spend three nights in Manuel Antonio • Experience a Jungle Crocodile Safari • Visit Manuel Antonio National Park with our Costa Rican expert • $40 in Mayflower Money
Manuel Antonio National Park
COSTA RICA 3 Manuel Antonio 1
Overnight Visit
Pacific Ocean
Tour Route
2021 DEPARTURES January 22
PER PERSON TWIN $1,999
SINGLE ROOM add $959
February 19
$1,999
add $959
October 6
$1,799
add $929
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and San José, Costa Rica.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day 1 – Wyndham Herradura or similar, San José, Costa Rica Days 2 through 4 – Arenal Manoa Hotel or similar, Arenal area, Costa Rica Days 5 through 7 – Parador Hotel or similar, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
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A Panamanian woman proudly dons her national dress - a pollerra
SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE
Essence of Panama 8 DAYS • 16 MEALS The diversity of Panama unfolds as you discover the colonial architecture of Panama City, the engineering marvel that is the Panama Canal, local customs and craftsmanship and Panama’s beautiful beaches. You’ll experience it all on this tour of Panama.
1
Overnight
Caribbean Sea
Visit Panama City
Tour Route
3 2 Panama Canal
PANAMA
Playa Bonita
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 16 Meals (7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 4 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Casco Viejo in Panama City • Discover the operational marvel of the Panama Canal at the Miraflores Lock Visitor Center • Sail to the Pacific Ocean on a partial transit of the Panama Canal • Learn how the beautiful Panamanian dresses (polleras) and traditional sandals (cutarras) are made during visits with professional designers in their workshops • Visit the Ron Abuelo rum factory and sample the local product • Relax during the two-night stay at an all-inclusive beach resort • $40 in Mayflower Money
El Valle de Antón
Pacific Ocean
2 Las Tablas Los Cabras Los Santos
2021 DEPARTURES February 4, 18
PER PERSON TWIN $2,199
SINGLE ROOM add $729
March 4, 11
$2,199
add $729
October 7, 14
$1,999
add $629
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Panama City, Panama.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 1 through 3 – InterContinental Miramar or similar, Panama City Days 4 and 5 – Hotel Presidente or similar, Las Tablas Days 6 and 7 – Westin Playa Bonita or similar, Playa Bonita
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Contact your local Group Specialist or call 800-728-0724 to reserve your group space
The magnificent Inca citadel of Machu Picchu
SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE
Mystical Peru featuring Machu Picchu 7 DAYS • 11 MEALS Discover the wonders of Machu Picchu and the beauty of Peru and its people as you explore this amazing countryside. Visit local markets with colorful handicrafts and stroll through the cobblestone streets of villages. Travel from the Andean highlands to the entrance of the jungles. Explore the many wonders of the Inca Empire and enjoy a scenic journey by train. The magic of mystical Peru is revealed during this unforgettable adventure.
1
Visit Tour Route
PERU
Train Route
1 Lima Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu
1 Ollantaytambo
2 Sacred Valley
Pacific Ocean
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 11 Meals: 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Explore the Incan sites of the Sacred Valley including the Maras Salt Pans • Visit Pisac Market, mingle with the artisans and shop for indigenous handicrafts • Watch the scenery fly by during your travels on the Vistadome train • Experience the wonders of Machu Picchu during an included excursion to this magical citadel • Enjoy the culture and sights of Cusco, including the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, during a 2-night stay • $35 in Mayflower Money
Overnight
2 Cusco
DATES AND RATES CALL FOR DETAILS
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Lima, Peru.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day 1 – Wyndham Costa del Sol, Lima, Peru Days 2 and 3 – Casa Andina Premium, Sacred Valley, Peru Day 4 – Hotel Sumaq, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes, Peru Days 5 and 6 – Costa Del Sol Ramada, Cusco, Peru
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Christ the Redeemer overlooks Rio de Janeiro
South American Adventure Brazil • Argentina • Chile 12 DAYS • 15 MEALS From breathtaking scenery and Iguazú Falls to historic architecture and famous monuments, discover everything South America has to offer on your journey through Brazil, Argentina and Chile. Feel the heartbeat of Rio, see the region famous for the Tango in Buenos Aires and explore cosmopolitan Santiago. The friendly locals are eager to extend a warm “bienvenido” to their country! TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 15 meals (10 breakfasts and 5 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Cog-wheel train ride up the mountain to visit Christ the Redeemer Statue • City tours of Rio, Buenos Aires and Santiago with local English-speaking guides • Visit to Brazil National Park and Argentina National Park • See the magnificent Iguazú Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinean sides • Included dinner and Tango show at a local restaurant in Argentina • $60 in Mayflower Money
BRAZIL Rio de Janeiro
3 Puerto Iguazú
Pacific Ocean
2 Iguazú Falls National Park
CHILE
ARGENTINA
1 2 Santiago
Atlantic Ocean
Visit
3
Tour Route
Buenos Aires
2021 DEPARTURES February 16
PER PERSON TWIN $2,999
SINGLE ROOM add $1,559
March 9
$2,999
add $1,559
October 12
$2,999
add $1,559
November 2
$2,999
add $1,559
Visas required on this program.
Call for air rates from your city to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil returning from Santiago, Chile.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 4 – Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana, or similar, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Days 5 and 6 – Mercure Iguazú, or similar, Puerto Iguazú, Argentina Days 7 through 9 – Pulitzer, or similar, Buenos Aires, Argentina Days 10 and 11 – Best Western Marina Las Condes, or similar, Santiago, Chile
Please add $900 for air from Rio to Puerto Iguazú, Brazil; Puerto Iguazú to Buenos Aires, Argentina and Buenos Aires to Santiago, Chile.
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Overnight
Contact your local Group Specialist or call 800-728-0724 to reserve your group space
Search for the majestic lion at Kruger National Park
SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE
South Africa and Safari Adventure featuring Cape Town, two National Parks and Victoria Falls 12 DAYS • 20 MEALS Experience the culture, history and beauty of three African countries. Experience history in Cape Town and amazing safari adventures in Kruger and Chobe National Parks. Stand in awe at nature’s supreme masterpiece – Victoria Falls, and relax on a spectacular sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River. Discover the best of these three countries on this South African safari and adventure.
1
Overnight
Victoria Falls
2 2 Chobe National Park
Tour Route Visit
ZIMBABWE BOTSWANA Kruger National Park
2 Hoedspruit Indian Ocean
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 20 Meals: 10 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 6 dinners • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Visit three African countries: South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana • Services of experienced local and safari guides throughout • Witness breathtaking views from atop Table Mountain • Discover the history of Robben Island and see Nelson Mandela’s cell • Tour Cape Point and Boulders Beach • Experience game-viewing drives in Kruger and Chobe National Parks • Enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise on the Zambezi River • Visit the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls • Cruise on the Chobe River • $60 in Mayflower Money
1 Johannesburg
SOUTH AFRICA 3 Cape Town
DATES AND RATES CALL FOR DETAILS Visas required on this program.
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Johannesburg, South Africa.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day 2 – Garden Court Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa Days 3 and 4 – Thornybush Waterside Lodge and Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, South Africa Days 5 through 7 – Portswood Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa Days 8 and 9 – Ilala Lodge, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Days 10 and 11 – Chobe Marina Lodge, Botswana
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A herd of elephants graze in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro
SMALL GROUP ADVENTURE
East African Safari Adventure 13 DAYS • 32 MEALS Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime – a safari across two African countries! Experience elephants, giraffe, wildebeest, rhino and other animals you’ve only seen on TV or in zoos in their natural habitats. Visit Tanzania’s oldest park and one of the world’s last great wildlife reserves, and enjoy game-viewing drives at several national parks. From wildlife paradises to majestic mountains, this East African safari adventure is an experience to remember. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 32 Meals (11 breakfasts, 11 lunches and 10 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Experienced Safari Guide with you during the entire small group adventure • Game-viewing drives in the Amboseli, Tarangire, Serengeti and Lake Nakuru National Parks • Visit to a traditional Maasai village • Full-day adventure on the Masai Mara Game Reserve • Crater exploration at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area • $65 in Mayflower Money
1
Lake Nakuru National Park
Overnight
1
Visit Tour Route
Masai Mara Game Reserve
2
Serengeti National Park
2
KENYA 1 Nairobi
Amboseli
2 National Park Oldupai Gorge Ngorongoro Conservation Area
TANZANIA
2021 DEPARTURES May 13, 20
2
1 Tarangire National Park
PER PERSON TWIN $5,079
SINGLE ROOM add $799
June 10
$5,959
add $899
July 8
$6,259
add $999
August 12
$6,259
add $999
September 9, 23
$6,259
add $999
Visas required on this program.
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Nairobi, Kenya.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day 2 – Sarova Stanley Hotel or similar, Nairobi, Kenya Days 3 and 4 – Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge or similar, Amboseli National Park Day 5 – Tarangire Sopa Lodge or similar, Tarangire National Park Days 6 and 7 – Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge or similar, Ngorongoro Conservation Area Days 8 and 9 – Serengeti Sopa Lodge or similar, Serengeti National Park Days 10 and 11 – Tipilikwani Luxury Mara Camp or similar, Masai Mara Game Reserve Day 12 – Mbweha Safari Camp or similar, Lake Nakuru National Park
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Contact your local Group Specialist or call 800-728-0724 to reserve your group space
The Dome of the Rock overlooks the Old city of Jerusalem
Best of Israel and Jordan 12 DAYS • 23 MEALS Walk in the footsteps of prophets. Discover the scenic beauty, fascinating culture and bountiful history of Israel. Visit the Garden of Gethsemane and stand on Calvary Hill. View with awe the magnificent sights in the nation of Jordan. Walk through the ‘Rose Red’ city of Petra and swim in the Dead Sea. It is impossible to describe the feeling you will experience when visiting the ancient, Biblical, historical and contemporary sites of Israel and Jordan.
1
Mount of Beatitudes
Overnight Acre
Visit
Tabgha
2 Tiberias
Optional Tour Route
Nazareth
Caesarea Mediterranean Sea Tel Aviv
Jerash
1 3
Jaffa
Amman
Madaba Jerusalem
4 Mt. Nebo
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 23 Meals: 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 10 dinners • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Included orientation tour of Jaffa and Tel Aviv • Visit Caesarea with its ancient Roman Theatre as well as Nazareth and Tiberias • Tour the historic walled city of Acre • Visit Banias Falls and Nimrod Fortress • Visit Capernaum, Tabgha and the Mount of Beatitudes • Enjoy a unique lunch – St. Peter’s Fish at Kibbutz Ein Gev • Visit the Ancient Boat Museum near Tiberias • Full-day tour of Jerusalem • Visit Madaba and Mount Nebo in Jordan • Experience the “healing waters” of the Dead Sea • Excursion to Petra • Panoramic city tour of Amman • Visit Jerash with its Roman ruins • $60 in Mayflower Money
Bethlehem
ISRAEL
Dead Sea Masada
JORDAN Petra
DATES AND RATES CALL FOR DETAILS
Visa required on this program.
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Tel Aviv, Israel and returning from Amman, Jordan.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Day 2 – Renaissance, Tel Aviv, Israel Days 3 and 4 – Sea of Galilee, Tiberias, Israel Days 5 through 8 – Grand Court, Jerusalem, Israel Days 9 through 11 – Amman International or similar, Amman, Jordan
Visit mayflowercruisesandtours.com for more information and complete list of itineraries
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The impressive skyline of Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Desert Adventures featuring Dubai and Abu Dhabi 9 DAYS • 13 MEALS Experience the luxurious United Arab Emirates cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi – a perfect combination of rich history mixed with modern wonders. Visit one of the largest mosques in the world in Abu Dhabi and ascend 1475 feet into the sky in Dubai. Explore local vegetable, spice and gold markets; BBQ at a Bedouin campsite and enjoy an exhilarating 4-wheel drive jeep tour through the golden sand dunes. Your desert adventure awaits in these two wonderful cities. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 13 Meals (7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Services of a full-time tour manager • Included Abu Dhabi city tour • Modern Dubai city tour including visits to Palm Jumeirah and the Lost Chambers at Atlantis The Palm • Heritage Dubai city tour including a visit to the Dubai Museum and sail aboard a traditional Abra boat • Visit the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa, and ascend to the At The Top observation deck • Experience a guided desert safari aboard 4-wheel drive jeeps • Enjoy a BBQ dinner at a Bedouin campsite with included entertainment • Sail the Dubai Creek on a dhow dinner cruise • $45 in Mayflower Money
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1
Overnight Visit Tour Route
4 Dubai
Persian Gulf
Abu Dhabi
3
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
2021 DEPARTURES February 11
PER PERSON TWIN $1,999
SINGLE ROOM add $1,099
March 11
$1,999
add $1,099
October 14
$1,999
add $1,099
November 4
$1,999
add $1,099
Visa required on this program.
Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Dubai, UAE.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 2 through 4 – Southern Sun or similar, Abu Dhabi, UAE Days 5 through 8 – Hyatt Regency Deira or similar, Dubai, UAE
Contact your local Group Specialist or call 800-728-0724 to reserve your group space
Enjoy native animal encounters at Featherdale Wildlife Park
Wonders of Australia and New Zealand 16 DAYS • 20 MEALS Visit the other side of the world with our holiday to the ‘must see’ cities in Australia and New Zealand. Experience the Outer Barrier Reef, take a stroll through Australia’s modern cities, see famous Bondi Beach and tour Sydney’s unmistakable Opera House. Revel in the unspoiled natural beauty of New Zealand and cruise through gorgeous Milford Sound. Waterfalls, fjords, cosmopolitan cities… You’ll experience it all on this unforgettable adventure.
Additional cost for flights from Cairns to Sydney, Sydney to Melbourne and Melbourne to Queenstown, to be booked by Mayflower.
Overnight Visit Tour Route
AUSTRALIA
Pacific Ocean
3 Sydney Melbourne
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • 20 Meals (13 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners) • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • Experience cultural and craft demonstrations and hands-on activities at Tjapukai Aboriginal Park • Cruise and snorkel on Australia’s Outer Barrier Reef • Tour Sydney’s famed Opera House • Experience the beauty and majesty of the Blue Mountains • Encounter native animals at Featherdale Wildlife Park • Relax on a dinner cruise in Sydney Harbor • Ride the ‘Melbourne Star’ for fantastic views of the city • Witness the magnificent scenery of Milford Sound • Cruise aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw in Queenstown • Experience a Maori cultural performance and Hangi dinner feast in Christchurch • $80 in Mayflower Money
1
3 Cairns
2
NEW ZEALAND Christchurch
2
Tasman Sea
Lake Tekapo Queenstown
3
2021 DEPARTURES February 17, 28
PER PERSON TWIN $3,989
SINGLE ROOM add $1,849
March 3, 10, 17 May 19 September 1
$3,989 $3,989 $3,989
add $1,849 add $1,849 add $1,849
October 13
$3,989
add $1,849
Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Cairns, Australia, returning from Christchurch, New Zealand. Visas required on this program.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Days 3 through 5 – DoubleTree, Cairns, Australia Days 6 through 8 – Holiday Inn Old Sydney, Sydney, Australia Day 9 and 10 – Savoy on Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia Days 11 through 13 – Copthorne Lakefront, Queenstown, New Zealand Days 14 and 15 – Novotel, Christchurch, New Zealand
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