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Lakes and Majestic Mountain Adventures

featuring Italy, France and Switzerland

10 DAYS • 12 MEALS From Milan, a global capital of fashion, to Geneva, the headquarters of Europe’s United Nations. From the tranquility of lakeside villages to the splendor of magnificent mountain vistas. Traverse the Swiss Alps during a thrilling rail adventure on the Bernina Express. Ascend to the highest cable car station of the Alps for magnificent views of Switzerland’s Matterhorn. Hop aboard the rack-and-pinion railway for a scenic experience through the French Alps. Travel through three countries and discover their charm, beauty and natural wonders on this Mayflower tour.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 14 meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 5 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Visit Italy’s fashion capital of Milan

• Relax in the tranquil surroundings of Lake Como

• Discover the charms of Bellagio and Como

• Experience a scenic rail journey on the Bernina Express

• Explore the resort town of St. Moritz, Switzerland

• Enjoy a brunch on Isola dei Pescatori on Lake Maggiore

• Ascend to the Matterhorn Glacial Paradise via cable car in Zermatt, Switzerland

• Ride aboard a rack-and-pinion rail excursion to Montenvers, France

• Tour of Geneva

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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Day 2 – Hotel Antares Concorde or similar, Milan, Italy

Days 3 through 5 – Grand Hotel Cadenabbia or similar, Lake Como, Italy

Days 6 and 7 – Hotel Simi, Zermatt or similar, Switzerland

Days 8 and 9 – Hotel Royal or similar, Geneva, Switzerland

Bellagio, known as the ‘Pearl of Lake Como’

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 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 to the creamy richness of buffalo mozzarella cheese, a tour of culinary Italy will be a delight to the senses.

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 the Amalfi coast and visit the town of Amalfi

• Explore the Greek temples of Paestum

• Indulge in cultural culinary experiences with a pizza-making lesson, and pasta-making class

• Taste Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese and learn how it’s made

• Enjoy a wine tasting at a local vineyard

• Visit an olive mill and learn how olive oil is made

• Explore the Coliseum and Forum in Rome

• See the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica during the excursion to Vatican City

Call for air rates from your city into Naples, returning from Rome, Italy.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 through 6 – Hotel Isabella or similar, Sorrento, Italy

Days 7 through 9 – Mec Paestum Hotel or similar, Cilento area, Italy

Days 10 through 12 – Hotel Welcome Piram or similar, Rome, Italy

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colors adorn Italy’s Amalfi Coast

Classic Italy by Rail

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. 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

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 or similar, Montecatini Terme, Italy

Days 7 through 9 – Hotel Universo or similar, Rome, Italy

featuring Venice, Florence and Rome

The iconic Coliseum, symbol of imperial Rome

Treasures of Tuscany and the Italian Riviera

10 DAYS • 18 MEALS From art, culture and amazing scenery to delicious food and wine, experience all these areas of Italy have to offer. Travel through the scenic countryside and take-in the postcard-perfect vistas as you journey to Pisa with its iconic Leaning Tower, and San Gimignano. Ride the train to Florence and marvel at Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David. Sample local wine and learn the secrets of preparing delicious Italian cuisine at a hands-on cooking class. Witness the beauty of the rugged coastline of Cinque Terre and visit the famed Italian Riviera. Experience “La bella vita” – the good life, on this adventure in Italy.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 18 meals: 8 breakfasts, 3 lunch and 7 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Guided tours in Pisa and Florence

• Visit the Accademia Gallery in Florence and see Michelangelo’s David

• See the iconic Leaning Tower in Pisa

• Visit the most authentic pasta-making factory in Europe

• Lunch of local specialties at a family-run farmhouse

• Discover secrets of Italian cuisine during an included cooking class

• Local wine-tasting in the Tuscan countryside

• Explore the picturesque Cinque Terre region

• Cruise to Portofino and Santa Margherita on the famed Italian Riviera

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September

October $2,529 + $759

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 through 5 – Hotel Villa Casagrande or similar, Figline Valdarno

Days 6 through 8 – Hotel Grande Albergo or similar, Sestri Levante Day 9 – Una Hotel Vittoria, or similar, Florence or surrounding area

Picturesque harbors abound in the Cinque Terre region on the Italian Riviera

Temples and Treasures of Sicily and Malta

10 DAYS • 15 MEALS Immerse yourself in culture and history on this 10 day island holiday. Explore five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Norman Palace, the Cathedral of Monreale, the old town of Ortygia, the city of Valletta, and the Ggantija Temples. Traverse the Malta channel by catamaran, take a ride to the base station of Mt. Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. Plus, enjoy wine tasting at a local form and a Maltese specialties cooking class on this action packed holiday.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 15 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 light lunch and 4 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Visit 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

• Explore the Norman Palace in Palermo and visit the duomo in Monreale

• Experience the ancient temples of Agrigento

• Guided touring in Syracuse and Taromina

• Ascend to the base station of Mount Etna

• Local farm visit with lunch and wine-tasting

• Traverse the Malta Channel by Catamaran

• See local artisans at work in the Ta’ Qali Craft Village

• Attend a cooking class of regional Maltese specialties

• Visit the Ggantija Temples and enjoy a winery tour on Gozo

• English-speaking local guides for excursions

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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 and 3 – Palazzo Sitano or similar, Palermo, Sicily

Days 4 through 6 – Villa Diordoro or similar, Taormina, Sicily

Days 7 through 9 – Marriott or similar, Valletta, Malta

Discovery of Croatia and Slovenia

13 DAYS • 18 MEALS Experience the history, culture, food, and architecture of old-world Europe. Take in ‘the Pearl of the Adriatic,’ Dubrovnik, and explore the picturesque cities along the Adriatic Coastline in Croatia and Montenegro. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Krka and Plitvice Lakes National Parks before traveling to the quaint cities of Slovenia. Your 13-day journey concludes in the stunning capital city of Vienna, Austria. You’ll experience it all on this remarkable journey through four countries.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 18 Meals: 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Travel to four countries: Croatia, Montenegro, Slovenia, and Austria

• Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

• Admire the longest and deepest fjord in southern Europe

• Discover charming towns on guided walking tours

• Taste local wine in a cozy village

• Visit Diocletian’s Palace along the waterfront in Split

• Experience natural beauty in Krka and Plitvice Lakes National Parks

• Ride a miniature electric train through Postojna Cave

• Explore Bled Castle

• See the oldest grape-bearing vine in the world

• Learn about the regal history of Vienna

• English-speaking guides for local excursions

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 through 5 – Hotel Lero or similar, Dubrovnik, Croatia

Days 6 and 7 – Hotel President or similar, Split, Croatia

Day 8 – Lyra Hotel or similar, Plitvice, Croatia

Days 9 and 10 – Lev Hotel or similar, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Days 11 and 12 – Intercontinental Hotel or similar, Vienna, Austria

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.

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

• Learn the art of olive oil tasting on Mykonos

• Free day on Santorini for relaxation or independent exploration

between your city and Athens, Greece.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 and 3 – Titania Hotel or similar, Athens, Greece

Days 4 and 5 – San Marco 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

Sunset over the Caldera in Santorini, Greece

Splendid Scotland

9 DAYS • 10 MEALS Historic castles, traditional Highland tartan, beautiful scenery, and stunning views of the sea all come alive as you explore the sheep-dotted landscape of bonny Scotland. From beautiful lochs to magnificent castles to spirited towns, this amazing journey through the highlands and lowlands will bring legends and history to life.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 10 Meals: 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises and Tours

• Panoramic tour of Glasgow

• Experience the beauty of the Highlands

• Boat ride on Loch Katrine aboard the historic Sir Walter Scott steamship

• Entrance to the Crannog Center

• Whisky tasting at a local distillery

• Discover the history of kilts and witness their creation by a local artisan

• Stunning views over Loch Ness from the visit to Urquhart Castle

• Interior visits to Stirling Castle, Abbottsford House, and Edinburgh Castle

• Visit the ruins of St. Andrew’s impressive cathedral

Call for air rates and schedules from your gateway city to Glasgow, returning from Edinburgh, Scotland.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Day 2 – Glasgow Marriott or similar, Glasgow, Scotland

Days 3 through 5 – Dunkeld House or similar, Perthshire, Scotland

Days 6 through 8 – Voco Edinburgh – Haymarket or similar, Edinburgh, Scotland

Spectacular views await from Edinburgh Castle

Best of Ireland

13 DAYS • 16 MEALS From the bustling capital of Dublin to quaint seaside villages to historic Northern Ireland, you’ll see it all on this Mayflower holiday featuring Irish history, music, dance, cuisine, scenery and architecture. This “best of” tour lets you experience 6,000 years of history spread across the dales, valleys, cliffs and castles of Dublin, Killarney, Galway, and Northern Ireland.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 16 meals: 11 breakfasts and 5 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Included panoramic city tour of Dublin

• See the Book of Kells at Trinity College

• Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral

• Tour the Guinness Storehouse and sample its product

• A traditional Irish evening with dinner, dance and music

• Kiss the famous stone at Blarney Castle

• Jaunting Cart ride through Killarney National Park

• Journey along the famous “Ring of Kerry”

• See the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher

• Cruise through the scenic Killary Fjord

• Visit Bunratty Folk Park for a glimpse of rural

• Discover the beauty of the Connemara and Kylemore Abbey

• Tour Donegal Castle

• Experience the coastal beauty along the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland

• Visit the Titanic Museum in Belfast

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 – Ardilaun Hotel or similar, Galway, Ireland

Days 9 and 10 – Everglades Hotel or similar, Derry, Northern Ireland

Day 11 – Hilton Hotel, Belfast or similar, Northern Ireland

Day 12 – Dunboyne Castle Hotel or similar, Dublin, Ireland

Kylemore Abbey, set amongst postcard-perfect scenery in the majestic Connemara

12 DAYS • 14 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.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 14 Meals: 10 breakfasts and 4 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’

• Relax aboard a scenic cruise on Lake Windermere in England’s famed Lake District

• 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, one of England’s most picturesque areas

• 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

• Experience local entertainment at dinner shows in Edinburgh and Dublin

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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 and 3 – Crowne Plaza or similar, Edinburgh, Scotland

Days 4 and 5 – Novotel Center or similar, Manchester, England

Days 6 and 7 – Copthorne or similar, Cardiff, Wales

Days 8 and 9 – Talbot Hotel or similar, Wexford, Ireland

London and Paris Discovery

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 Leeds Castle and the Cliffs of Dover

• High-speed rail journey between London and Paris aboard the Eurostar

• Panoramic tour of Paris

• Learn about life in a château at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte

• Discover the secrets to French etiquette at a private workshop

• Visit the regal Palace of Versailles

• All excursions with local English-speaking guides

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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 through 5 – Holiday Inn Kensington High Street or similar, London, England

Days 6 through 8 – Crowne Plaza Republique or similar, Paris, France

The Eiffel Tower graces the skies of Paris

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Pride of Poland

9 DAYS • 11 MEALS From Gdansk’s “Royal Way” to the longest pier in Europe; from the vibrant, historic capital of Warsaw to Kraków’s charming Old Town with its Market Square and 16th-century Cloth Hall, you’ll see it all on this Mayflower holiday. Visit historic castles, beautiful cathedrals and sites of great religious significance. And journey to Auschwitz and the Kazimierz Jewish District to gain insight into a painful period in Polish History. You’ll truly experience the Pride of Poland during this nine-day adventure.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 11 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Two nights in Gdansk

• Full-day sightseeing tour of Gdansk with visits to St. Mary’s Church and Sopot Pier

• Visit the Castle of the Teutonic Order of Knights in Malbork

• Two nights in Warsaw

• Full-day sightseeing tour of Warsaw with visits to the Royal Castle and Wilanów Palace

• A visit to Częstochowa to visit Jasna Góra

• Three nights in Kraków and walking tour of Wawel Cathedral and St. Mary’s Church

• Included excursion to the Wieliczka Salt Mine

• Included excursion to the Auschwitz–Birkenau

Concentration Camp Museum

• Visit to the Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz

2024 Departures

Per Person TwinSingle Room add

April 2, 16 $3,159 + $979

May 7 $3,159 + $979

September 17 $3,159 + $979

October 1, 8 $3,159 + $979

Call for air schedules from your city to Gdansk, Poland, returning from Krakow, Poland.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 and 3 – Mercure Gdansk Stare Miasto, Gdansk, Poland

Days 4 and 5 – Hotel Polonia Palace, Warsaw, Poland

Days 6 through 8 – Vienna House Andels Kraków or similar, Kraków, Poland

Wawel Hill Cathedral in Kraków, Poland

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 capital of Oslo. Add the unbelievable natural beauty of the Scandinavian countries and you’ll have the holiday of a lifetime.

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 historic 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 Fjord

• Overnight at the Stalheim Hotel with panoramic views of the Norwegian valley

• Tour historic Bryggen and see composer Edvard Grieg’s former home in Bergen

• See The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen

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September

+ $1,099

Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Stockholm, Sweden, returning from Copenhagen, Denmark.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 and 3 – Hilton Slussen or similar, Stockholm, Sweden

Day 4 – Thon Opera or similar, Oslo, Norway

Day 5 – Stalheim Hotel, Stalheim, Norway

Days 6 and 7 – Thon Rosenkrantz or similar, Bergen, Norway

Days 8 and 9 – Scandic Copenhagen or similar, Copenhagen, Denmark

Colorful buildings line the canal in Copenhagen’s Nyhavn

Please note additional cost for flight between Bergen, Norway and Copenhagen, Denmark is $350 per person and will be booked through Mayflower Cruises & Tours.

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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. Discover black sand beaches and rugged coastlines. Explore the cosmopolitan capital of Reykjavik with its old town center and famous church. Spend five nights discovering this amazing land of fire and ice.

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)

• Enjoy a virtual flight as you ‘Fly Over Iceland’

• 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

*weather permitting during ‘Northern Lights’ departures

Call for air 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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Turkey’s Sights and Delights

12 DAYS • 20 MEALS Explore the famous sights of Instanbul, discover the treasures in Topkapi Palace and search for souvenirs at the Grand Bazaar. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Bosphorus and visit the Hittite Museum and Mausoleum in the capital of Ankara. Experience the unique landscapes of Cappadocia and see the natural fortress of Uchisar. Visit remarkable ruins in the ancient city of Hierapolis and walk the Marble Road through Ephesus. Mythological sites come to life with visits to Pergamon and Troy. The best of Turkey awaits on this twelve-day holiday.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 20 Meals: 10 breakfasts and 10 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Fully escorted by an English-speaking Tour Guide

• See the famous ‘Blue Mosque’, Hippodrome and Sunken Palace in Istanbul

• Discover the treasures in the Topkapi Palace

• Wander through the legendary Grand Bazaar in Istanbul

• Scenic cruise on the Bosphorus by private boat

• Visit the Hittite Museum and Mausoleum of Ataturk

• Explore Kaymakli and the citadel of Uchisar

• Visit the Seljuk masterpiece of Sultanhan Caravanserai

• Stroll through the Necropolis in the ancient city of Hierapolis

• Visit the archaeological site of Ephesus

• Explore temples in the ancient city of Pergamon

• Witness the ruins of Troy

Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Istanbul, Turkey.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 and 3 – Radisson Hotel President Beyazit or similar, Istanbul, Turkey

Day 4 – Radisson Blu Ankara Hotel or similar, Ankara, Turkey

Day 5 and 6 – Mustafa Cappadocia Resort or similar, Cappadocia, Turkey

Day 7 – Hilton Garden Inn or similar, Konya, Turkey

Day 8 – Richmond Pamukkale Thermal Hotel or similar, Pamukkale, Turkey

Day 9 – Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel or similar, Kusadasi, Turkey

Day 10 – Buyuk Truva Hotel or similar, Canakkale, Turkey

Day 11 – Radisson Hotel President Beyazit or similar, Istanbul, Turkey

Highlights of Spain and Morocco

14 DAYS • 18 MEALS Experience the charms of both Spain and Morocco in one trip. Explore the historic buildings and architecture of Madrid, lined with frescoed buildings, cafés, and art. See the Medieval city of Córdoba, the Santa Cruz district in Seville, and former Moorish sites in Granada. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar by ferry to the African continent and marvel at multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the great OId Town Medina in Fez and the walled, imperial city of Meknes. Explore lively streets and shop among local vendors in Marrakech and conclude your adventure with two nights in the cosmopolitan city of Casablanca.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 18 Meals: 12 breakfasts and 6 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Explore six UNESCO World Heritage Sites

• Visit Spain and Morocco’s capital cities

• Enjoy city tours with local guides

• Experience local culture at a Flamenco show in Spain and a Folklore show in Morocco

• Visit the oldest bullring in Spain

• Witness the grandeur of the Alhambra in Granada

• Taste a variety of locally produced olive oils from Spain

• Traverse the Strait of Gibraltar via high-speed ferry to Africa

• Discover the four Imperial Cities of Morocco: Fez, Meknes, Marrakech and Rabat

• See the sights of legendary Casablanca

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 and 3 – Eurostars Central or similar, Madrid, Spain

Days 4 and 5 – Exe Sevilla Marcarena or similar, Seville, Spain

Days 6 and 7 – Hotel Gran Luna or similar, Granada, Spain

Days 8 and 9 – Atlas Saiss or similar, Fez, Morocco

Days 10 and 11 – Hotel El Andalous Lounges & Spa or similar, Marrakech, Morocco

Days 12 and 13 – Mogador Marina or similar, Casablanca, Morocco

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.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 20 Meals: 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Enjoy an aerial view of the rainforest canopy

• Experience cultural and craft demonstrations and hands-on activities at the Rainforestation Nature 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

• Ride on the world’s steepest incline railway

• Encounter native animals at Featherdale Wildlife Park

• Relax on a dinner cruise in Sydney Harbor

• Ascend the Eureka Tower for fantastic views of Melbourne

• Witness the magnificent scenery of Milford Sound

• Cruise aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw in Queenstown

2024 Departures

Per Person TwinSingle Room add

February 14, 21, 28 $4,499 + $2,149

March 6, 20 $4,499 + $2,149

May 15 $4,499 + $2,149

August 28 $4,499 + $2,149

October 9 $4,499 + $2,149

Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Cairns, Australia, returning from Christchurch, New Zealand

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 3 through 5 – DoubleTree by Hilton, Cairns, Australia

Days 6 through 8 – Parkroyal Darling Harbour, Sydney, Australia

Day 9 and 10 – Savoy Hotel on Little Collins, Melbourne, Australia

Days 11 through 13 – Copthorne Lakefront, Queenstown, New Zealand

Days 14 and 15 – Distinction Hotel, Christchurch, New Zealand

Additional cost for flights from Cairns to Sydney, Sydney to Melbourne and Melbourne to Queenstown, to be booked by Mayflower.

Witness Sydney’s iconic Harbor

South Africa and Safari Adventure

featuring Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Stellenbosch Wine Country and Cape Town

13 DAYS • 23 MEALS Amazing safari adventures await on a private reserve and in Chobe National Park. In Zimbabwe, stand in awe at nature’s supreme masterpiece – Victoria Falls. Meet elephants and their local caretakers while visiting a sanctuary for these beautiful animals. Sample local vintages during wine-tastings in the wine-country area of South Africa. Discover Cape Town’s history and beauty. All of these experiences are yours on this exceptional journey through three African countries.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 23 Meals: 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 8 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

• See historic landmarks in Johannesburg

• Experience game-viewing drives on a private reserve and in Chobe National Park

• Get up close to elephants at a local sanctuary

• Visit nature’s awe-inspiring Victoria Falls

• Cruise on the Chobe River

• Visit wine country of South Africa and sample local vintages

• Witness breathtaking views from atop Table Mountain

• Encounter Jackass penguins on Boulders Beach

• Visit the Cape of Good Hope

+ $1,749

Call for air rates and schedules from your gateway city to Johannesburg, returning from Cape Town, South Africa.

Please add $960 per person for inter-country airfare, to be booked by Mayflower.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Day 2 – Garden Court Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa

Days 3 and 4 – Bakubung Lodge, Pilanesberg, South Africa

Days 5 and 6 – Ilala Lodge, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Days 7 and 8 – Chobe Marina Lodge, Botswana

Days 9 and 10 – Protea Hotel Dorpshuis by Marriott, Stellenbosch, South Africa

Days 11 and 12 – Portswood Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa

Contact your local Group Specialist or call 800-728-0724 to reserve your group space

Chobe National Park

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Gorilla Trek in Uganda

10 DAYS • 22 MEALS The adventure of a lifetime awaits on this remarkable journey to Uganda. Spend two nights in the capital city of Kampala and visit a local secondary school. Explore the Kibale Forest, known as ‘the Primate Capital of the World,’ and embark on a chimpanzee trek. Enjoy a game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park and witness an array of African wildlife. Finally, take the hike of a lifetime through Bwindi National Park for an unforgettable gorilla trek. Experience all of this and more on an exceptional adventure to Uganda.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 22 meals: 8 breakfast, 7 lunches and 7 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises and Tours

• 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roof, sliding windows and seat belts

• Professional English-Speaking Driver/Guide

• Kampala city tour

• Meet students at a local school in Kampala

• Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park

• Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel

• Chimp trekking in Kibale Forest

• Nature hike through the Bigodi Wetlands

• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi National Park

• Visit a women’s cooperative to learn about traditional crafts and culture

Call for air rates between your city and Entebbe, Republic of Uganda. Please add $900 per person for Gorilla and Chimp trekking permits and $375 per person for intra-country flight.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 2 and 3 – Latitude 0, Kampala

Days 4 and 5 – Turaco Treetops, Kibale Forest region

Days 6 and 7 – Kasenyi Safari Camp, Kasenyi Plains area

Days 8 and 9 – Mahogany Springs, Bwindi Forest area

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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 adventures to majestic mountains, this East African safari 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

• Crater exploration at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

• Full-day adventure on the Masai Mara Game Reserve

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Day 2 – Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya

Days 3 and 4 – Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge,

Amboseli National Park

Day 5 – Tarangire Sopa Lodge, Tarangire National Park

Days 6 and 7 – Ngorongoro Retreat, Ngorongoro

Conservation Area

Call for air rates and schedules between your city and Nairobi, Kenya.

Days 8 and 9 – Serengeti Serena Lodge, Serengeti National Park

Days 10 and 11 – Tipilikwani Luxury Mara Camp, Masai Mara Game Reserve

Day 12 – Mbweha Safari Camp, Lake Nakuru

National Park

Contact your local Group Specialist or call 800-728-0724 to reserve your group space

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Highlights of Kenya

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 20 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 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

• Get up close to elephants and giraffes at Nairobi’s Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center

• Cross the equator

• Game-viewing drives in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy and the world-renowned Masai Mara Game Reserve •

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

• City tour of Old Delhi and visit to the Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar

• Rickshaw cycle ride through Old Delhi’s Chandni Chowk

• 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 in Jaipur and visit Amber Fort

Dine with an Indian family during an included dinner

Live like royalty during a stay at a luxurious retreat

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Amazing 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

• Experience a Street Food Tour by Tuk Tuk in Bangkok

• Enjoy a traditional Thai dinner with folk dances in Chiang Mai

• Learn local secrets during a Thai cooking class

• Visit a Lanna Wisdoms School

• Pick tea leaves and discover the tea-making process

• Witness two famous temples in Chiang Mai: Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phan Tao

• Marvel at the “White Temple” and the “Blue Temple”

Japan – Land of the Rising Sun

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

• Visit the must see temples, shrines and UNESCO World Heritage Sites of these historic cities

• View Lake Chuzenji and the Kegon Waterfall

• 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 a class

• 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

2024 Departures Per Person TwinSingle Room add

February 8 $2,359 + $1,069

March 7 $2,359 + $1,069

October 31 $2,359 + $1,069

2024 Departure Dates Per Person TwinSingle Room add March 13* $5,099 + $1,329

September 5 $4,999 + $1,279

*Special Cherry Blossom in Japan Departure

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Costa Rica

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 Doka Coffee Estate for a guided tour and tasting

• Enjoy a hands-on visit to a cacao plantation

• Spend three nights in the Arenal area

• Experience a gentle hike at the base of Arenal volcano

• Enjoy a rural dining experience on a local farm

• Included excursion to Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge

• Enjoy a demonstration of preparing ceviche

• Spend three nights in Manuel Antonio

• Visit Manuel Antonio National Park

• Take a dip in the refreshing waters at Nauyaca Waterfalls

Mystical Peru

featuring Machu Picchu

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 16 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 3 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Attend a Spanish lesson at a local school

• Explore the sites of the Incas in the Sacred Valley

• Visit Pisac Market to mingle with the artisans and shop

• Interact with the locals of rural communities

• Travel to the jungle aboard the Vistadome train

• Experience the wonders of Machu Picchu

• Enjoy the culture and sights of Cusco, including the ruins of Sacsayhuaman

• Discover the ‘funeral towers’ of the Sillustani Tombs

• Meet native inhabitants and visit unique island villages on Lake Titicaca

2024 Departures Per Person TwinSingle Room add

January 19

February 16

$2,299 + $1,199

$2,299 + $1,199

October 4 $2,099 + $999

2024 Departure Dates Per Person TwinSingle Room add

April 30 + $1,199

September 17 + $1,199

October 8, 22 $3,219 + $1,199

Essence of Panama

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 Antiguo 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 Ron Abuelo Rum factory and sample the local product

• Two-night stay at an all-inclusive beach resort

Winter Getaway in Panama

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 7 Meals: 6 breakfasts and 1 lunch

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Casco Antiguo 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

• Relax during a three-night stay at a beach resort

February 15, 22, 29

+ $749

Best of Israel and Jordan

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 23 Meals: 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 10 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Orientation tour of Jaffa and the White City of Tel Aviv

• Visit Caesarea, Nazareth, Tiberias

• 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 of Petra, the “Rose City”

• Panoramic city tour of Amman and visit to Jerash

Desert Adventures

featuring Dubai and Abu Dhabi

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• 14 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners

• Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours

• Services of a full-time tour manager

• Heritage Dubai city tour including a visit to The Bastakiya Quarter and sail aboard a traditional Abra boat

• Dubai city tour including The Frame and Palm Jumeirah

• Ascend to the At The Top observation deck of the Burj Khalifa

• Sail along Dubai Creek on a dhow dinner cruise

• Guided desert safari aboard 4-wheel-drive jeeps

• BBQ dinner at a Bedouin campsite with entertainment

• Witness the art collection at the Louvre Abu Dhabi

• See the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

• Visit Heritage Village for a look at life from the past

• Visit the oldest and newest presidential palaces in Abu Dhabi

Per Person TwinSingle Room add $2,099 + $779

March 7 $2,099 + $779

October 10 $2,099 + $779

November 7 $2,099 + $779

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