Escorted Tours Collection 2024-2026

What’s inside?

has always been a wish-list destination, and this intimate cruise takes you around the Dalmatian Coast’s most beautiful isles in a modern,

44 Lake Garda

49 Tuscany, Rome & the Amalfi Coast

50 Milan, Verona & Lake Garda

52 Highlights of Italy – Venice to Rome

54 Classic Sardinia

55 A Snapshot of Western Sicily – EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

56 The Italian Dolomites

57 Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express

58 Puglia & the South – Undiscovered Italy

60 Classic Sicily, Etna & Taormina

Europe & Beyond Collection

64 Baltic Capitals – Tallinn, Riga & Vilnius – NEW

66 The Beautiful Fjords of Western Norway

68 Iceland – Reykjavík & the Northern Lights

69 Amsterdam & the Dutch Bulbfields

70 Hidden Portugal

72 Flavours of the Douro

73 Pousadas of Portugal – NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

74 Paradores & Pousadas of Spain & Portugal – NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

76 Historic Paradores of Hidden Spain – NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

78 Seville, Granada & Classic Spain

80 The Majestic Cities of Andalucía – NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

82 Carcassonne, Avignon & Beautiful Provence

83 Little Trains of the Pyrenees

84 Salzburg, Innsbruck & the Austrian Tyrol

85 Swiss Alpine Glories & the GoldenPass Train

86 The Spirit of Kraków

88 Prague, Vienna & Budapest

90 Dubrovnik, Montenegro & the Dalmatian Coast

92 Delights of Croatia – EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

94 Croatia’s Istrian Riviera & Lake Bled

96 Croatian Island Hopping – NEW

98 Adriatic Coast – Dubrovnik, Neum & Mostar – NEW

100 Classic Albania – Land of the Eagle – NEW

102 Ancient Greece Uncovered

104 Hidden Secrets of Northern Cyprus

105 Valletta, Mdina & the Wonders of Malta

106 Imperial Cities of Morocco & the Sahara Desert

108 Morocco – Marrakesh, the Sahara Desert & Essaouira – NEW EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

110 Ephesus, Sirince & the Western Coast of Turkey – EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

111 Istanbul, Ephesus & Troy

112 Cairo, Luxor & Nile Cruise

The Americas Collection

THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

116 New England in the Fall

118 New England’s Autumn Colours & Niagara Falls – NEW

120 New England & Canada Fall Colours Cruise – NEW

122 New York, Washington DC & Niagara Falls – NEW

123 Washington, New York & Boston

124 The Blue Ridge Mountains, Washington DC, Charleston & Savannah – NEW

126 Elvis Presley’s Memphis, New Orleans  & Nashville

128 Texas, Presley’s Memphis & New Orleans

129 The Ultimate Elvis Presley & Dolly Parton Experience

130 Deep South Rhythms, New Orleans & Caribbean Cruise

131 Memphis, Nashville & Elvis Presley’s Beach Retreat – NEW

132 Music Cities of America – Motown, Rock ‘n’ Roll & Chicago Blues – NEW

134 America’s Great National Parks – NEW

135 Add the Rocky Mountaineer

136 America’s Golden West & Las Vegas CANADA

138 Canada’s Maple Leaf Trail

140 Canada – Niagara Falls to the Rockies & Vancouver

141 Add the Rocky Mountaineer

142 The Canadian Rockies

143 Canada’s Rocky Mountaineer

144 Five-Star Alaska Cruise &  the Canadian Rockies

145 Add the Rocky Mountaineer

146 Canadian Rockies & Lake Louise – NEW EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

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Hvar, Croatia

LATIN AMERICA

148 Costa Rica – Wildlife, Rainforest & Caribbean Beach

150 Peru, Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands

152 Peru – Land of the Incas

153 Brazil & Argentina

154 South American Explorer –Brazil, Argentina & Peru

Africa Collection

158 On Safari in South Africa –Rhino Lodge or Elephant Lodge

160 On Safari in South Africa with Mauritius Beach

162 On Safari in South Africa – Mabula Lodge

164 On Safari in Kruger National Park

166 Kruger Safari & South Mozambique Beach

167 On Safari in South Africa – Karongwe Game Reserve – NEW

168 On Safari in Victoria Falls

170 On Safari in South Africa – Luxury Safari Plains – NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

171 Luxury Safari Plains with a Mauritian Beach Escape – NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

172 Cape Town, the Garden Route & Big Five Safari

174 Classic South African Adventure

176 On Safari in Botswana –Chobe National Park – NEW

178 Great Safaris of Tanzania & Zanzibar Beach – NEW

180 Kenya Grand Safari

182 Kenyan Wildlife & Coastal Explorer – EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

183 Kenya – Beach & Safari

Asia Collection

186 Uzbekistan – Ancient Cities of the Silk Road – NEW

188 Sri Lanka – Temples, Safari & Beach

190 India – Tigers & the Taj Mahal

192 India’s Golden Triangle, Shimla & Amritsar’s Golden Temple

194 India’s Rajasthan – Grand Palace & Historic Fort Stays – NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

196 India's Best Wildlife & the Taj Mahal – NEW

198 Authentic India – NEW

200 India's Golden Triangle, Tigers & Amritsar's Golden Temple – EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

202 Kerala & India’s Beautiful South

204 India’s South – Kerala & Madurai’s Temples – NEW EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

206 India & Nepal – Tigers, Taj & Temples

208 Follow the Mekong –Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam

210 Classic Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos

212 The Heritage of Vietnam & Cambodia – NEW EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

214 Borneo’s Orangutans & Rainforest Adventure

216 Japan Unveiled

Further Information

218 Your holiday essentials – Europe

220 Essential information – USA & Canada

222 Essential information – Worldwide

224 Your Newmarket Holidays booking conditions

227 Important information

On Safari in South Africa – Luxury Safari Plains

Relax in total comfort at the five-star Safari Plains tented camp, where afternoon teas and sundowners promise an added touch of luxury to your adventure in the African bush. Discover a new Premier Collection tour

Chobe National Park, Botswana

Chicago, Illinois

Houseboat, Kerala

Malaga, Spain

Safari Plains Suite, Limpopo

Trakai Island Castle, Lithuania

Welcome to Newmarket Holidays

We love nothing more than an opportunity to fuel your wanderlust, and this brochure, packed with once-in-a-lifetime tours, is truly no exception. The addition of 12 new incredible adventures for 2024-26 is inspired by you, and we’re excited to broaden our reach to destinations like Albania, Uzbekistan and Zanzibar.

Of course, our ever-popular safari collection has seen further expansion with wildlife-rich holidays to Botswana and Tanzania on offer. More getaways to Europe have also been introduced, featuring trips to the Baltic Capitals and along the Adriatic Coast, by land and sea. A pilgrimage through America showcases its musical cities like Detroit, the birthplace of Motown and the rock ‘n’ roll capital of the world, Cleveland. Solo travellers are able to explore India’s tropical south on a new exclusively solo tour, too.

Our new Premier Collection can be seen across the upcoming pages, and we’re thrilled to announce the launch of this handpicked assortment of journeys. Lighter paced and crafted around exceptional accommodation with small group sizes of 16 to 24, these superior itineraries are not to be missed.

As with everything that we do, we take great pride in delivering exceptional value and crafting wish-list experiences. We really do hope that your next travel story begins here with us.

Niel Alobaidi, CEO Newmarket Holidays

Red-Eyed Tree Frog, Costa Rica

Safari Plains, Limpopo

Malcesine, Lake Garda

Where stories begin

Discover wish-list travel

For decades, travelling has always ignited storytelling, from listening to the anecdotes of local people to recounting a recent trip of a lifetime with loved ones. Perhaps it’s even hearing the adventures of others that fuels your desire to discover the world?

Our role in your travel story is one of inspiration and guidance, helping you to discover new wish-list destinations, engage in unrivalled experiences, and form meaningful connections in complete comfort and safety. Under our expertise and direction, you may even discover a different way to explore, a culture about which you had no previous knowledge, or a group of like-minded people on an exclusively solo tour.

The choice is all yours.

Mostar Bridge, Bosnia and Herzegovina

The Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee

Mljet National Park, Croatia

Orangutans, Borneo

New tours, new stories in the making

From the ancient Silk Road to the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ and beyond

This brochure, which features our classic customer favourites, has also seen the addition of 12 brand-new escorted tours for 2024-26. Inspired by you, we’ve enhanced our offering with an introduction to the best of the Balkans, Albania, and the jewel of Central Asia, Uzbekistan.

A holiday to the Baltic capitals of Tallinn, Riga and Vilnius is featured, alongside an adventure to the Adriatic Coast, encompassing time in Dubrovnik, Neum, and Mostar. Island hopping can be enjoyed aboard a cruise in Croatia, with opportunities to sample local wines and wander through centuries-old port towns. Botswana’s Chobe National Park is central to another safari experience, as is Tanzania, with a wildlife-centred trip followed by an all-inclusive beach stay in Zanzibar. Music lovers can take to Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, and Niagara Falls on a journey that spotlights America’s legendary artists, too.

We’ve also just launched our new Premier Collection, promising more intimate group sizes, unique and high-quality hotels, and lighter paced itineraries. From discovering Spain’s most enriching Moorish cities to staying in five-star luxurious tented camps in the South African bush, with the option to include a Mauritian escape, these journeys will undoubtedly be wish-list toppers. You can see more on page 12.

Plus, our solo range has been expanded, providing further choices for independent, like-minded travellers. A new option is now yours for the embracing as a small group. Under the guidance of an experienced tour manager, seek out Madurai’s ancient temples and Kerala’s striking mountain vistas. You can find out more about our Solo Traveller Collection on pages 14 and 15.

Ronda, Andalucía

Thousand Pillar Hall, Madurai

Safari Plains, Limpopo

Baltic Capitals – Tallinn, Riga & Vilnius

Long-held traditions and breath-taking sights await in Eastern Europe’s most intriguing areas, from forested coastlines and river valleys to the historic cities of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Page 64

The Majestic Cities of Andalucía

- New Premier Collection

A small-group experience set in the core of southern Spain’s most enriching Moorish capitals, based around exceptional hotels, and with access to renowned landmarks. Page 80

Croatian Island Hopping

Calling at some of the Dalmatian coast’s most sublime isles, this intimate cruise allows time for paddling in turquoise waters, tasting local wines, and strolling through centuries-old towns. Page 96

Adriatic Coast – Dubrovnik, Neum & Mostar

Experience the Adriatic Balkans at their most authentic with this unmissable tour of Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina’s captivating cities. Page 98

Classic Albania – Land of the Eagle

A diverse history and vibrant traditions are on full display across Albania’s Adriatic treasures. Page 100

Music Cities of America – Motown, Rock ‘n’ Roll & Chicago Blues

Shining the spotlight on the USA’s most legendary musicians, this deep dive into the cities of the Great Lakes celebrates the best of the country’s technological, cultural, and natural marvels. Page 132

On Safari in South Africa – Luxury Safari Plains

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New Premier Collection

Enjoy touches of luxury as you witness South Africa’s unspoilt natural beauty on this unique safari experience. Page 170

On

Safari in South Africa – Luxury Safari Plains with Mauritius - New Premier Collection

Experience five-star comfort as you chase the ‘Big Five’ through the savannah ahead of a rejuvenating Mauritian beach escape. Page 171

On Safari in Botswana – Chobe National

Park

- Small-Group Tour

Seekers of a unique safari will welcome this small-group heritage stay set on the banks of the Chobe River, which flows into the famous Victoria Falls, with abundant wildlife spotting opportunities by land and water. Page 176

Great Safaris of Tanzania & Zanzibar Beach

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Small-Group Tour

Tanzania’s vibrant natural world takes centre stage on a safari adventure like no other before crossing the coast to idyllic Zanzibar for an all-inclusive beach retreat. Page 178

Uzbekistan – Ancient Cities of the Silk Road

Discovery awaits along the fabled Silk Road where the region’s colourful history meets Uzbekistan’s rapidly developing metropolises. Page 186

India’s South – Kerala & Madurai’s Temples

- Exclusively Solos

Madurai’s ancient temples and Kerala’s striking mountain vistas provide the perfect backdrop for a truly unique solo travel experience. Page 204

Kravica Waterfall, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Elephants, Tanzania

Sarandë, Albania

Discover your wish-list with us

Over 40 years of

exploring

With over 40 years of experience, you can trust us when it comes to exploring your dream countries, from start to finish. Beginning with the careful planning process of your tour, through to the moment you touch down at your destination and beyond, we’ll ensure your safety, well-being and, most importantly, happiness is a top priority. Although, it’s not just you that we’re taking care of, as our company’s mission is to enrich lives and well-being through travel. For the past year, we’ve been introducing initiatives to make a more positive impact on the planet, which you can learn more about on the ‘Travel for Good’ hub on our website.

don’t just take our word for it...

“ What a fabulous holiday! So many experiences were included in a short time and I’m still processing what I have seen. The hotels were very good, and each one had a different style. The tour manager we had went above and beyond our expectations in order for us to enjoy our holiday. He looked after everyone so well. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable about India and everywhere we went, but he made sure we were safe, told us how to shop, and was sensitive to every individual’s needs. ,, Rosemarie, Customer, India – Tigers & the Taj Mahal

don’t just take our word for it...

“ Our party of five ladies travelled to Iceland with Newmarket Holidays. We found the tour manager to be outstanding, and he did an incredible job at looking after everyone, especially the solo travellers. The tours were wonderful, and we also had a local guide who informed us of the Icelandic history. We were so lucky to see the Northern Lights, following the advice of our tour manager. ,, Sally, Customer, Reykjavík & the Northern Lights

Venice, Italy

Blue Monkey, Lake Manyara

what it means to us...

“ Helping our customers explore the world is a privilege, and we recognise our responsibility and the impact of our global footprint. ‘Travel for Good’ is our journey to reduce carbon and have a positive impact on the communities that support our tours. Our work with Just a Drop and the North Pennines National Landscape peatland restoration programme are just small steps in the right direction. ,,

Niel Alobaidi, CEO Newmarket Holidays

Our support for peatland restoration

As part of our ongoing Travel for Good initiative, we’re officially supporting the North Pennines National Landscape’s peatland restoration programme. For this year and beyond, we’re donating money on behalf of every customer who travels with us to aid peatland restoration across the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark – an activity that reduces the amount of carbon being released into the Earth’s atmosphere. Our support will help the North Pennines National Landscape’s team to continue its peatland restoration programme, with an area four times the size of Newcastle now under restoration. This nature recovery work reduces the carbon emitted into the atmosphere from damaged peat, and stores carbon within revegetated peatland.

Why choose Newmarket Holidays?

The smallest details are what matter the most when it comes to your holiday, and we aim to elevate every experience you encounter on each one of our award-winning tours. From the hand-picked accommodation, equipped with all the essentials to the meticulously organised

Complete financial protection

We offer complete financial protection through a combination of our ATOL licence and membership of ABTA and ABTOT, giving you total peace of mind with regards to your money.

Available 24/7

Wherever you are in the world, you’ll be able to contact us. There are many ways to get in touch, and we promise you’ll always be speaking to a human, not a computer.

itineraries, with inclusions that capture the essence of each destination, and the unwavering guidance and support of an expert tour manager eager to inform you at every turn, your trip with us will be truly unforgettable.

Dedicated tour managers and local guides

Every one of our holidays is escorted by friendly, dedicated tour managers and local guides, so you have an expert on hand throughout your trip. It’s their local knowledge that will turn your wish-list holiday plans into lifelong memories.

Award-winning service

We’ve won more than 80 awards during our 40-year history, and best of all, you’ve voted us winners at the British Travel Awards for 11 years in a row!

So much included Holding your hand

The price you pay includes all your travel, accommodation, touring itinerary, tour manager and much more. There’s no need to pay for annoying extras you weren’t expecting with us either.

Wherever you choose to go next, our team of experts are on hand to assist you before, during and after your holiday, so you can focus on relaxing and enjoying your experience.

Rocky Mountaineer, Canada

Peat Surveying, Cumbria

Award-winning experiences

Behind the scenes of a holiday

Providing award-winning travel experiences is a result of a combined effort. Our product managers, the curators of captivating itineraries, meticulously design every aspect of your journey, from the accommodation to the excursions, exceeding your expectations with a well-paced trip of a lifetime. Holiday planners, your first point of contact, where your travel story begins, help you select the most suited wish-list tour and customise it with optional excursions. Meanwhile, our trusted suppliers and partners, including hotels, transportation, local guides, activities, and restaurants provide the key components that make your trip so memorable while adhering to high standards of safety and quality. Lastly, our tour managers, the welcoming faces of our tours, work tirelessly to take you beyond the guidebooks in safety and comfort.

what it means to us...

“ One of the most enjoyable elements of being a product manager is working with our partners around the world to take you to the very best a destination has to offer. We love discovering hidden gems and exclusives you won’t find anywhere else. Our tour managers are brilliant at bringing the destination to life to make sure everyone gets the most from their holiday experience. ,, Kathy Vigolo, Head of Long Haul Product

Elephants, Mount Kilimanjaro

Our Customers, Mabula Private Game Reserve

Our Customers, Agra

Product managers

Acting as the architects of each itinerary, our dedicated team of product managers source and coordinate every element of the tour, from selecting the best accommodation to sourcing the most captivating excursions. As experts in their destinations, they determine the tour’s duration and craft a well-structured sequence of activities that exceeds your expectations and ensures a wish-list experience throughout. Working closely with carefully chosen local suppliers, drawing on customer feedback to continuously improve, and constantly brainstorming new ideas, each product manager plays a pivotal role in bringing a high-quality tour concept to life.

Holiday planners

A conversation with one of our passionate holiday planners is where your travel story can begin. Answering your questions and providing you with information, they’ll also assist you with deciding on the perfect tour. They’ll then tailor the chosen itinerary to match your specific requirements and preferences, whether it’s dietary restrictions, accommodation enquiries or the booking of optional excursions. Before you depart, your holiday planner will ensure that you’re well prepared and during the trip, they’ll serve as a lifeline, working to resolve any issues and or minimise disruptions to your experience.

Suppliers and partners

Ranging from hotels and transportation to local guides, activities and restaurants, our trusted suppliers and partners provide the fundamental components that make every tour in our global collection truly unforgettable. With your peace of mind being crucial to our operations, selecting and working alongside only the best suppliers and partners that adhere to high safety and quality standards is essential. Additionally, they’re flexible and have the ability to adapt to unforeseen events and meet your needs, so that the tour can operate smoothly.

Tour managers

Serving as the face of each tour, our tour managers have the responsibility of fulfilling your wish-list experiences. They’re your primary point of contact and are always available to help you feel completely comfortable and informed during the trip. Adept in problemsolving and efficiently handling disruptions, they’re trained to make necessary adjustments and prioritise your safety. Drawing on their local expertise and in-depth knowledge, each tour manager strives to bring the itinerary to life, providing insights into the history, culture and customs of the destinations. With their assistance, they can also help you foster positive interactions with local communities.

hear from one of us...

“ As a tour manager, you have to love spending time with people and constantly put yourself in the shoes of your customers. As Newmarket Holidays’ customers have a deep desire to experience life-changing moments, I constantly try my best to understand their expectations. I try to genuinely get to know them and listen to the reasons that brought them on their holiday. We all have a deep desire to be happy, loved, cared for, and understood. If you can balance those elements and find the best gelato store, then they’ll be happy. What drives me in the morning is knowing that no day will be the same. ,, Alex Gabriel, Tour Manager, Italy

Capliano Suspension Bridge, Canada

Chinese Fishing Nets, Kerala

Alex Gabriel, Tour Manager

Our Customers, Krka National Park

Holidaysdesigned for you

Curating the perfect escorted tour

Providing you with guidance and choice allows you to perfect your escorted tour. From immersive classic touring and small groups with like-minded solo travellers to fast-paced adventures and leisurely escapes, we’ve added even more options for 2024-26.

We’ve also highlighted the programmes that we’ve retained within our portfolio for many years that our customers have always loved, as well as the journeys packed with riveting experiences and outstanding hotels. Let these carefully curated categories inspire and assist you with picking the ideal wish-list holiday.

Curated for a more intimate experience, with groups of 16 to 24, showcasing accommodation selected for its quality, location or unique character, and lighter paced to maximise enjoyment, these tours are the epitome of wish-list dreams.

These hugely popular tours, enjoyed by countless happy customers over the years, have truly stood the test of time.

You’ll be part of a group ranging from 16 to 24 travellers, enabling you to dig deeper and explore off the beaten track.

These tours are exclusive to Newmarket Holidays and offer unique features that are not available with any other tour operator in the UK.

“ Our product team have been working hard over the past few months to craft several new tours packed with experiences of a lifetime for this 2024-26 collection. Customer feedback has driven the creation of many of the latest additions while constantly being front of mind. We hope the new destinations and itineraries across this edition will spur you on to explore more of the world with us. The popularity of our solo range has also resulted in 10 exclusively solo holidays, which we hope will help you fulfil your wish-list as an independent traveller. ,, Verity Rice, Director of Product, Purchasing & Operations

Tours which are exclusively made up of solo travellers or have no single supplement.

Old Mes Bridge, Albania

Shah-i-Zinda, Uzbekistan

Mount Fuji and Chureito Pagoda, Japan

Your holiday at glance

To ensure that we’re offering you the most suitable holiday, we’ve created these categories, which will feature across our touring collection. From city adventures and coastal escapes to itineraries that capture cultural wonders or local

wildlife, we hope that these key points of interest are helpful in showcasing that we do truly offer something for everyone. Other icons will also indicate if the tour is especially appropriate for solo, multi-generational or family travellers.

These tours offer our widest choice of convenient regional airports for the smoothest travel experience.

Feast your eyes upon beautiful landscapes and natural scenery with these escapes.

Immerse yourself in a place, whether that’s delving into ancient ruins or learning about local customs.

Take in ‘must-visit’ landmarks, from Peru’s Machu Picchu to India’s Taj Mahal.

Get up close and personal with animals of all shapes and sizes on these adventures.

Tours with accommodation in the heart of the action and a wider choice of things to do.

Holidays featuring a few days staying at or very near the beach or coastline.

Tours which are exclusively made up of solo travellers or have no single supplement.

Follow in the footsteps of the stars at filming locations or enjoy a trip down musical lane. Fly Local Scenery & Nature

More active adventures, involving a slightly faster pace and longer days with walking.

Rail holidays that allow you to explore beyond the road, from scenic trips to once-in-a-lifetime journeys.

Itineraries and accommodation, which are ideal for multi-generational families.

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Red Stag, Scotland

Sloths, Costa Rica

Experience our Solo Traveller Collection

More choices for independent explorers

We’ve got a growing collection of tours tailored for like-minded solo travellers. You may be travelling solo, but you’ll never feel alone with us. The development of this collection, alongside many no-single supplement classic tours, gives new and regular solo travellers an array of options to discover wish-list destinations, with the security of a tour manager and the company of other like-minded explorers.

Choose from 10 exclusively solo adventures, focused on showcasing some of our most popular touring spots and promising opportunities to discover and learn both under guidance and in your own time. As a result of the thoughtfully balanced itineraries being inspired by specific interests and hobbies, you’re also guaranteed a well-matched group to share experiences of a lifetime.

don’t just take our word for it...

“ I’ve just returned from India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers & Amritsar’s Golden Temple – Exclusively Solos. What can I say apart from it was absolutely amazing from start to finish! I was collected from the airport with no need to worry. There were great hotels and a great group of solo travellers who made the trip. The guide was incredible and had a wealth of information. Every day was crammed full of sights, sounds, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences that I’ll never forget. ,, Karen, Customer, India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers & Amritsar’s Golden Temple – Exclusively Solos

Halong Bay, Vietnam

Agora, Izmir

Jaigarh Fort , Rajasthan

A solo holiday, your way

This is your holiday, but you’re in our safe hands, specifically those of the experienced and friendly tour manager. Serving as a local host, your designated guide will ensure the comfort, well-being and unity of the group while bringing the itinerary to life throughout. For additional support, advice and recommendations, they’ll always be on standby to oversee the seamless operations of every travel arrangement.

Your own space and time

Although you’ll be on a group tour, having your own private guestroom and bathroom facilities is a given. Depending on the centrally located accommodation available, you’ll have a twin or double guestroom or in some cases, a designated single room. The included excursions will be experienced alongside fellow travellers, so you’ll always have like-minded guests around to share those wish-list moments with. We’ve also curated the collection to offer plenty of time to explore by yourself and free days with unguided visits.

Included social opportunities

How much interaction you’d like to engage in is a personal preference, however, we’ve included a few opportunities to support getting to know the other travellers. A welcome drink and dinner on the first night of each tour provide a perfect chance to connect from the get-go, and a farewell dinner during the final evening means you can reflect, celebrate and share stories with your new-found friends. On most of the tours, the meal plans operate on a flexible board basis, which means you have the independence to dine where you want and at your leisure.

10 exclusively solo tours

From island hopping around Croatia to immersing yourself in the breath-taking landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, our exclusively solo tours are packed with captivating experiences. This year, we’ve also added even more options for you to choose from. Traverse ancient merchant routes in Morocco, venture across India’s tropical south and make your way through the Canadian Rockies. Alternatively, delve into the past of Vietnam and Cambodia with an exploration of new learnings, flavours and experiences.

Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

A Snapshot of Western Sicily

Delights of Croatia

Morocco – Marrakesh, the Sahara Desert & Essaouira

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Canadian Rockies & Lake Louise

Kenyan Wildlife & Coastal Explorer

India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers & Amritsar’s

Golden Temple

India’s South – Kerala & Madurai’s Temples

The Heritage of Vietnam & Cambodia

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More than 20 no single supplement tours

There are also more than 20 hand-picked tours across our classic touring collection, which have no single supplement places available. Stay closer to home with a nature-centred getaway to the Norwegian fjords, traverse the vineyards fringing the Douro River of Portugal, or marvel at the Inca treasures in Peru’s Sacred Valley. The availability is limited, but we’ve got no shortage of options for solo travellers to choose from. Look out for the Solo Traveller icon throughout the brochure to see which tours are the best option for you.

Baroque Piazza Pretoria, Palermo

Essaouira, Morocco

Leopard, Mount Kilimanjaro

Personalise your holiday

Itineraries inspired by you

Leave the planning to the professionals at Newmarket Holidays, or transform your escorted tour with an optional excursion. You can enhance the organised activities by embracing the destinations under your own steam, opting for additional excursions, or even extending your trip, allowing time for relaxation and reflection after your explorations.

Hand-picked hotels

Dependent upon your chosen tour, you may be able to select from a range of hotels. Our Lake Garda tour, for example, is resort-based, with the chance to choose accommodation and a board basis to suit you.

Choice of optional excursions – rest, relax or explore

Fully escorted by an experienced tour manager or local guide, the excursions play a major part in making our holidays so special. Along with experiencing what is included in the tour’s itinerary, you can pick from exciting optional excursions, too.

Extend your stay

Look out for opportunities to extend your stay, perhaps at a beach location or in another area of interest. Many of our African adventures offer this exclusive feature to personalise your trip. Our Kenya Grand Safari tour, for instance, allows you to unwind at a Mombasa beach resort following an active time in the bush. Coastal breaks can also be added to our Istanbul, Sri Lanka, and India holidays. One of our newest tours, On Safari in South Africa – Luxury Safari Plains, gives you the choice to incorporate a Mauritian beach escape, too. Plus, you can enhance our Spirit of Kraków tour with two nights in Warsaw.

Tour only – without flights

On selected tours, you can begin your holiday at the destination airport, or in some cases, at the first hotel, giving you the chance to travel earlier or return later, but enabling you to still make the most of the tour.

Sunset Safari Drive, Chobe National Park

Safari Plains, Limpopo

Glennfinnan Viaduct, Scotland

Airlines, upgrades & options

Add even more comfort to your wish-list holiday by choosing to upgrade to Premium Economy, Business Class or even First Class. Select from award-winning airlines that we’ve partnered with like Virgin Atlantic, Air Canada, and Singapore Airlines, all providing excellent service in long-haul travel.

On a wide selection of holidays, where indicated on the following pages, we offer the opportunity to upgrade your flight. Perhaps you’d like to kick off your trip with a celebratory glass of Champagne, enjoy extra legroom or the ability to stretch out on a flat-bed during an overnight flight? Reach out to one of our friendly holiday planners to enquire about prices and availability.

Fly from an airport near you

Throughout our collection, you’ll come across a host of holidays that offer the convenience of flying from your local airport, in addition to the major international getaways. You can fly directly to your destination on a variety of reputable scheduled airlines or from your local airport, avoiding the queues and crowds to connect with your onward flight from the international gateway.

Paired with the comfort and convenience of starting your hassle-free holiday closer to home, other benefits include:

• Easier car parking arrangements or public transport links

• Smoother check-in procedures

• The option to check through your luggage to your ultimate destination*

*Certain restrictions apply

Holiday insurance

Ensuring that your holidays are appropriately protected is one of our main priorities. That’s why we have specifically chosen Holiday Extras as our preferred and trusted provider to cover your insurance needs. Their wide range of policy options can be viewed here: newmarketholidays.co.uk/travel-insurance

Rocky Mountaineer, Canada

Tamassa Bel Ombre, Mauritius

Pousada Mosteiro de Amares, Portugal

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“ My friend and I enjoyed a tour of the Highlands – it was terrific. The scenery was amazing, and our tour guide, Robert, and driver, John, provided us with so much interesting information throughout. The staff at the Carrbridge Hotel were excellent, and the meals were great. We’re now planning to book another trip to Scotland with Newmarket Holidays! ,, Graham, Customer, The Best of the Scottish Highlands

Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glenfinnan

5-day escorted tour from £829

Scottish Highland Railways

Experience some of the world’s most spectacular scenery as you enjoy journeys on three of Scotland’s most celebrated railways as part of this wider tour of the Scottish Highlands.

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Day One – Fly to Scotland Meet your tour manager at the airport and board the coach for the scenic journey to the hotel of your choice.

The Carrbridge Hotel is situated on the edge of Carrbridge village and close to some lovely local walks (the hotel staff will be happy to point you in the right direction). The famous packhorse bridge, dating back to 1717 and reputed to be one of the oldest in Scotland, is opposite the hotel.

The Highlander Hotel, in Newtonmore, is just a short walk from the highly acclaimed Highland Folk Museum, and there is a handful of shops and bars at the far end of the village.

Flanked by the Cairngorm Mountains and Glenmore Forest Park, the Coylumbridge offers sleek interiors and spectacular views. With Aviemore Station only a short drive away, this is the perfect base from which to explore the Cairngorms by rail.

Day Two – Included Inverness to Kyle by rail Join your tour manager this morning as you board the coach for the transfer to Inverness, where you’ll embark on the train for the spectacular 80-mile, two-and-a-half hour

journey west to Kyle of Lochalsh, in its idyllic setting opposite the Isle of Skye.

From Inverness, the line travels along the south side of Beauly Firth, with views back across to the “Black Isle” before turning north to the market town of Dingwall.

There it heads west once again, climbing slowly through the remote northern Highlands, with glimpses on clear days of towering Liathach and its Torridon mountain neighbours.

Probably the most spectacular part of the journey is when the line descends to the magnificent scenery of Loch Carron, and runs alongside the waterfront, past Attadale Estate and Plockton, both featured in many a TV series, and onto Kyle.

Your return coach journey back to the hotel starts with a brief visit to Kyleakin on the renowned Isle of Skye before stopping en route at one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, Eilean Donan. Have your cameras and phones ready here for that picture-postcard image. Your final highlight of the day will be a photo stop on the banks of Loch Ness.

Available Sep to Nov 2024 & Mar to Oct 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Belfast £919 • Birmingham £1,029 • Bristol £849 • Gatwick £829 • Heathrow £839

• Luton £845 • Manchester £985 • Southampton £1,035 • Stansted £949

Tour Only without flights from £625

Make your own travel arrangements to the airport or your hotel. If meeting at the airport, please check with us whether transfers are from Edinburgh or Inverness airport on your chosen departure date.

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £145

Please note: It may be necessary to amend the order of excursions as detailed or the direction in which the railway journeys are taken. All train journeys, with the exception of the Strathspey Railway Steam Railway, are on scheduled First ScotRail services using diesel-powered engines. In the unlikely event of a steam locomotive breaking down on the Strathspey Railway or the Steam engine being replaced due to a Gala festival, we reserve the right to substitute the engine with a diesel locomotive. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour from Inverness airport and two hours and 30 minutes.

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Glenfinnan Monument, Scotland

Ben Nevis and Fort William, Scotland

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Day Three – Included Strathspey Steam Railway ride and visit to Aviemore and the Cairngorm Mountain Today sees you head to Aviemore for a somewhat shorter, but no-less-special rail journey. Join your tour manager and fellow guests as you board the Strathspey Steam Railway, a wonderful reminder of the golden days of steam. This run takes you through some delightful unspoilt Highland scenery, and past great sweeps of the River Spey, through moorland and forest. Return to Aviemore, where there is an opportunity to explore the famous resort town, which is one of Britain’s most famous outward-bound centres. Continue to visit the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre for a glimpse into the lives of reindeer and their handlers up close.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Travel by train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh

• Journey on the steam-hauled Strathspey Railway through unspoilt Highland scenery

• Cross the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct on the 42-mile journey

• Visit the Highland resort of Aviemore

• Explore Mallaig, a charming fishing village

• View the magnificent Eilean Donan Castle

• Stop to take photos at legendary Loch Ness

• Visit the Isle of Skye town of Kyleakin

• Marvel at the views from the Cairngorm Mountain and learn about the lives of reindeer

• Four nights’ carefully chosen three-star dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Edinburgh or Inverness, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

After your visit, drive through twisting mountain roads to the Cairngorm Mountain visitor centre, which offers glorious unspoilt views of the surrounding region.

Take time to soak in the views from this vantage point.

Day Four – Included West Highland Line rail journey Fort William beckons today as you enjoy your holiday’s final highlight – the journey on the last stretch of the famous West Highland Line to the tiny fishing village of Mallaig. Renowned as one of the world’s best train journeys, this is another truly spectacular route.

As the train pulls out of Fort William, look back and left to see Ben Nevis towering above the town. Minutes later, the train crosses the Caledonian Canal – look out for Neptune’s Staircase, a succession of eight locks to your right. The train then runs alongside Loch Eil before reaching the spectacular, 21-arch, Glenfinnan Viaductfamously featured in the Harry Potter movies. Other highlights of the journey include views of the island-studded Loch Eilt (considered by many to be the prettiest along the route), Arisaig (Britain’s most westerly railway station) and the white Atlantic sands of Morar.

The Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge HHH

Half-Board from £829

Offering a cosy restaurant and spectacular views, this charming hotel boasts well-equipped guestrooms.

The Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore HHH

Half-Board from £839

With comfortable guestrooms, this hotel is just a short walk from Netwonmore’s shops and cafés

Coylumbridge Hotel, Aviemore HHH

Half-Board from £859

Set against the backdrop of the Cairngorms, this hotel is located close to Aviemore and its train station.

Mallaig is a delightful little working port, and well worth exploring. You may like to explore the Heritage Centre or visit the Smokery, where you can arrange for kippers to be sent anywhere in the world. You’ll return to the hotel by coach in the evening.

Day Five – Return to the airport Bid farewell to the Highlands today, and travel to the airport to board your flight home.

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The Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge

The Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore

The Coylumbridge Hotel, Aviemore

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© Strathspey Steam Railway, Scotland

Kyle of Lochalsh, Scotland

7-day escorted tour from £1,245

The Best of the Scottish Highlands

Fly to Inverness and experience a land of open skies, rugged mountains, sparkling lochs, romantic castles, culture, and history.

Day One – Fly to Inverness Upon arrival at Inverness airport, meet your tour manager and transfer to the Craiglynne Hotel. Surrounded by Cairngorms National Park and within walking distance to the charming Grantown-onSpey, this hotel is the perfect base for exploring the area. You’ll spend the rest of the day here at leisure.

Day Two – Included full-day visit to Dunrobin Castle Today, you’ll travel to Dunrobin Castle, the family seat of the Earl of Sutherland. Dating back to the early 1300s, this castle was used as a naval hospital during WWI and as a boy’s boarding school. Surrounding the property, beautiful walled gardens, which were inspired by the Palace of Versailles in Paris, can be found. A self-guided tour of the estate will reveal that it’s one of the oldest inhabited houses in Scotland, and you can view its fine art, historical artefacts, and collection of antique furnishings. You can also see a falconry display, the museum, and pay a visit to the cosy tearoom, too.

Day Three – Included visit to Inverness and the Black Isle, and wildlife cruise Explore the capital of the Highlands today as you

visit Inverness. This thriving city is home to a delightful Victorian Market, an excellent museum and art gallery, and some attractive riverside walks. You’ll also enjoy a short tour of the Black Isle, a delightful scenic peninsula surrounded by three bodies of water before stopping at the nautical town of Cromarty. Your day ends as you board the Spirit cruiser to enjoy a cruise around the inner Moray Firth to try to spot a variety of marine wildlife and birds. A specialist guide will give a full commentary, so that you don’t miss anything.

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“ One of the many highlights of this tour is Dunrobin Castle, seat of the earls and dukes of Sutherland. It’s French-inspired design and cliffside scenery, make it a sight to behold.,,

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & Apr to Oct 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Belfast

£1,369 • Bristol £1,255 • Gatwick £1,279 • Heathrow £1,375 • Luton £1,245

• Manchester

£1,335

Tour Only without flights from £945

Make your own way to Inverness airport or your hotel.

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £289

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour from Inverness airport.

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Dunrobin Castle, Scotland

Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness

Crathie Kirk, Crathie

Day Four – Included visit to Loch Ness No holiday to the Highlands would be complete without visiting storied Loch Ness. You’ll head to Fort Augustus, where a series of locks join it to the Caledonian Canal, and the Caledonian Canal Heritage Centre gives a fascinating insight into the history of this famous waterway. From here, you’ll head past the dramatic ruins of Urquhart Castle to Drumnadrochit, where you may like to visit the Loch Ness Exhibition Centre, or perhaps take a boat trip (payable locally) to go monster hunting. Nature lovers are in for a treat as the wooded shores of the loch are home to an abundance of wildlife.

Day Five – Included visit to Balmoral Castle, Ballater and Crathie Kirk Enjoy breakfast this morning before venturing on a morning drive to the famous Balmoral Castle, the Scottish holiday home of the Royal Family since 1852. You’ll get to enter the castle to see the ballroom (the largest room in the castle and the only area open to the public), view the exhibitions and wander the gardens. Near the castle is Crathie Kirk, a small parish church in the village of Crathie. Best known for being the regular place of worship of the Royal Family, this church was built in 1895 and looks over the Dee River. The tour will then continue to

your hotel

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit Inverness, a cultural capital on Scotland’s north coast

• Experience one of Scotland’s magnificent castles, Dunrobin

• Take in the scenic beauty of the Black Isle

• Enjoy a wildlife-spotting cruise on Moray Firth

• Set off on a cruise across Loch Ness and search for its famous monster

• Experience the royal family’s Scottish residence, Balmoral Castle and Crathie Kirk.

• Stroll around the beautiful Victorian village of Ballater, located near Cairngorms National Park

• Embark on an unforgettable journey on the ‘Road to the Isles’ from Fort William to Mallaig

• A chance to visit the Victorian seaside town of Nairn

• Six nights’ carefully chosen three-star dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Inverness, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

the beautiful Victorian village of Ballater, located near Cairngorms National Park. This evening, you’ll have time for dinner and to relax.

Day Six – Journey along the Road to the Isles from Fort William to Mallaig You’ll head west today, following the evocatively named ‘Road to the Isles from Fort William to Mallaig’. We’ll stop at the Glenfinnan Visitor Centre, from where you can see the lone Highlander atop the Glenfinnan Monument looking out over Loch Shiel. Take the short uphill walk from the centre to get a wonderful view of the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct. The Isle of Skye is another highlight of today, and you’ll be able to take in its quaint fishing villages, ancient castles, and dramatic landscapes. The Quiraing, Storr and Fairy Pools are the must-sees today, but you can’t miss Black Cuillin, the highest of the Cuillin Hills Mountain Range, either. The road ends at the thriving fishing port of Mallaig, where you can explore the town’s heritage centre. If you’re fond of kippers, you’ll go a long way to find any that taste better than those found here. At the end of a long but incredibly scenic day, you’ll return to the hotel.

Day Seven – Return to the airport Travel back to Inverness airport for your flight home at the end

The Craiglynne Hotel, Grantown-on-Spey HHH Half-Board

Surrounded by Cairngorms National Park and beautiful gardens, this stately, granite Victorian hotel is within walking distance to the charming town of Grantownon-Spey. A snug on-site restaurant, with log fireplaces, serves traditional Scottish dishes, afternoon tea can be enjoyed in the lounge, and a bar offers light snacks. Classically decorated guestrooms feature tartan touches, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryers, TVs, and free Wi-Fi.

of a wonderful break in the Highlands. Those not flying until the afternoon will also enjoy a short visit to the Victorian seaside town of Nairn, where pretty walking trails run alongside the river, and a seafront promenade overlooks the Moray Firth. You’ll also visit Culloden Battlefield, the site of the last battle of Jacobite Rising. You can learn about this moving location in the interactive visitor centre, with artefacts and informative displays. The coach will then collect you and drop you at the airport.

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Moray Firth, Scotland

Glenfinnan Monument, Scotland

Glenfinnan Viaduct, Scotland

The Craiglynne Hotel, Grantown-on-Spey

The Craiglynne Hotel, Grantown-on-Spey

The Craiglynne Hotel, Grantown-on-Spey

The Edinburgh Tattoo

Soak up the pomp and pageantry of this magical event – one of the highlights of the Scottish capital’s festival season – as massed pipes and drums, dancers, and display teams create a dazzling spectacle.

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Fly direct from these airports.

Prices from

• Belfast £855 • Birmingham £845

• Bristol £889 • Gatwick £909

• Heathrow £745 • Luton £865

• Southampton £879 • Stansted £879 Personalise your holiday

• Loch Lomond Excursion – from £50 Tour Only without flights from £620

Make your own way to the airport or your hotel. Room for Sole Use from £315

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 20 minutes depending on your chosen hotel. The transfer time between the Edinburgh Tattoo and your hotel is approximately one hour.

Access to the Tattoo: The location of the Tattoo, high above the skyline, may present access difficulties for some. There’s a short but steeply inclined walk of 80 metres up Castlehill, the cobbled approach to the Esplanade. Then there’s a further 60 metre walk on average, followed by steps up to the spectator stands where generally, the seating is quite steeply tiered. You’ll have plenty of time to make your way to and from the Esplanade and will be able to go at your own pace. Wheelchairs can be sited at ground level under the North stand at all performances and disabled toilets are available on the Esplanade.

Witness the drama, colour, and spine-tingling excitement of the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Combine your time spent exploring the elegant heart of the Scottish capital, Edinburgh, with a stay in Glasgow, and consider taking an optional tour of Trossachs National Park, along with a cruise across the legendary waters of Loch Lomond.

Your trip will commence with a flight to Glasgow. The rest of the day will be free for you to discover Glasgow at your leisure, perhaps having dinner at the hotel or one of the nearby restaurants.

On the following day, you’ll be taken to the historic city of Edinburgh for a short orientation tour before being transferred to Edinburgh Castle for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance. Massed pipes and drums, dancers, and display teams from around the

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Take your seat on the Castle Esplanade to see the famous Edinburgh Tattoo (upgrade tickets available)

• Set off on a short orientation tour of Edinburgh followed by free time to wander around at your leisure

• Experience a short orientation tour of Glasgow with some time for personal sightseeing

• Join an optional boat trip across Loch Lomond and a tour of the beautiful Trossachs

• Three nights’ carefully chosen four-star bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation in central Glasgow

• Return flights to Glasgow, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

world create a magical blend of music, dance, and military pageantry.

The next day, you’ll join your tour manager in the morning for a walking tour of Glasgow, followed by some free time. You can then embark on an optional excursion to the Trossachs, an outstandingly beautiful area. A circular cruise across Loch Lomond will allow you to take in the loch-side castles, stately homes, and spectacular scenery, all accompanied by live commentary.

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Voco Grand Central, Glasgow HHHH Bed & Breakfast

Housed in a majestic landmark Victorian building and attached to the Glasgow Central Station, this hotel is just a short walk from many of the city’s major landmarks.

Radisson Blu, Glasgow HHHH Bed & Breakfast

Set in a striking, modern building, this trendy hotel is just a short distance from Glasgow Central train station and the Princes Square Shopping Centre.

Clayton Hotel, Glasgow HHHH Bed & Breakfast

Positioned in the heart of the city, this sleek hotel is also within walking distance of the Glasgow Central train station.

©The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Scotland

Trossachs National Park, Scotland

Radisson Blu, Glasgow

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With huge skies and ocean-washed sands of vast empty beaches, mountains and moorlands rich in flora and fauna, the Hebrides are a truly breath-taking timeless land of stunning scenery, ancient history and unique culture. Visit the fabled ‘Misty Isle’ of Skye and ancient Harris and Lewis, and enjoy a journey through scenic Wester Ross.

Perched on the edge of Britain, these beautiful, unspoilt islands, the guardians of a rich culture with roots in the mists of time, have been continually inhabited for over 6,000 years.

Highlights of your trip feature visits to colourful Portree on Skye and magnificent Dunvegan Castle, the Standing Stones of Calanais, the imposing Broch of Carloway, a reconstructed ‘Black House’, and the Butt of Lewis.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy a tour of the enchanting Isle of Skye

• Travel around the Isle of Harris

• Explore the beautiful Isle of Lewis

• Visit charming Portree and historic Dunvegan Castle

• Venture to the Standing Stones of Calanais, a Black House, the Broch of Carloway and the Butt of Lewis

• Five nights’ carefully chosen three-star dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation

All ferry crossings included

• Return flights to Inverness, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Learn about the crofting industries of peatcutting and seaweed-gathering, cross picturesque causeways, and travel by ferry. You’ll discover the islands’ rare beauty and unique diversity, which includes the red deer and otter, the only two land mammals native to the Outer Hebrides.

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“ Our coach driver, Christine, was fantastic. She was an excellent driver, navigating some of the island’s difficult roads and giving us extra information during meals. ,,

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The Dunollie Hotel, Isle of Skye HHH

Half-Board nights 1-2

Positioned by the waterside of Broadford Bay and at the base of the mountains that lead to the Cuillin Hills, this welcoming hotel provides the perfect place to explore the area.

Cabarfeidh Hotel, Stornoway HHH

Half-Board night 3-4

Offering spacious, comfortable accommodation, this hotel prides itself on the warmth of its welcome and high standards of service.

Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch HHH

Half-Board night 5

With beautiful views of Gairloch Bay, this castlelike mansion is within walking distance of the Gairloch Heritage Museum.

6-day escorted tour from £1,269

Hebridean Island Adventure

Explore a variety of different islands - almost the entire length and breadth of the Western Isles - on this wonderful holiday to Scotland.

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

Fly direct from these airports.

Prices from

• Belfast £1,345 • Bristol £1,319

• Gatwick £1,345 • Heathrow £1,269

• Manchester £1,385

Room for Sole Use from £215

Please note: Disabled access to Dunvegan Castle is limited. There are two shallow steps into the reception area, but then about 20 steps up to the main rooms. Thereafter the route is level.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately two hours from Inverness airport. For 2025, we also have an 8-day version of this tour, which visits the Isle of Stornoway and the Isle of Benbecula, as well as stays at the Dark Island hotel for two nights. Please visit our website or speak to a holiday planner for further details.

Portree, Isle of Skye

Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch

Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides

Standing Stones of Calanais, Isle of Lewis

The Royal Caledonian

Take to the tracks with a remarkable train journey to the Scottish Highlands, immerse yourself in the world of the Royal Family, and delight in the country’s most celebrated natural splendours.

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Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

Caledonian Sleeper Train upgrade

(Club Cabin upgrade available – call us for details)

Room for Sole Use from £695

Please note: In the event of Balmoral Castle not being reopened to the public, an alternative excursion will be offered. It may be necessary to amend the order of excursions as detailed or the direction in which the railway journeys are taken. All train journeys, with the exception of the Strathspey Steam Railway, are on scheduled First ScotRail services using diesel-powered engines. In the unlikely event of a steam locomotive breaking down on the Strathspey Railway or the steam engine being replaced due to a Gala festival, we reserve the right to substitute the engine with a diesel locomotive.

The Royal Caledonian by Air from £975 Also available on a flight basis over six days. Fly direct from these airports.

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These flights replace travel and accommodation on the Caledonian Sleeper Train.

• Bristol £975 • Gatwick £1,115

• Manchester £1,075 • Luton £985

This pleasant taster of the Highlands showcases the United Kingdom’s imperial heritage in the form of visits to Balmoral Castle, Crathie Kirk church, and the Victorian village of Ballater.

Train travel is embraced as a hassle-free mode of transport from the beginning, with an overnight journey on the Caledonian Sleeper from London and a ride on the heritage Strathspey Railway through the countryside.

Further nods to the past are seen in an outing to the Culloden Battlefield. The hearts of the territory’s prominent towns are also explored, with guided tours across Nairn, Inverness, Aviemore and Edinburgh.

Opportunities to immerse yourself in the wilderness encompass a stop-off to view Cairngorm Mountain, a chance to learn about the local reindeer herds, and a cruise across the legendary waters of Loch Ness, passing Urquhart Castle.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Journey on the Caledonian Sleeper Train from London to the heart of the Scottish Highlands

• Explore the small market town of Nairn with its unspoilt beaches

• Visit Inverness, a cultural capital, and the moving Culloden Battlefield

• Experience the Royal Family’s Scottish holiday home, Balmoral Castle and Crathie Kirk, their regular place of worship

• Stroll around the beautiful Victorian village of Ballater, located near Cairngorms National Park

• Travel on the heritage Strathspey Railway to the resort town of Aviemore, a reminder of the golden days of steam

• Stop off at the Cairngorm Mountain Visitor Centre to take in the surrounding views

• Cruise across the mysterious waters of Loch Ness

• Make the most of a guided Edinburgh tour, ticking off the city’s historical highlights

• 2025 departures will include a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia and a farewell dinner at the Renowned Scotsman in Edinburgh

Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Accommodation on the overnight Caledonian Sleeper Train is based on the Classic Room type, which includes twin bunk beds, an in-room wash basin, Wi-Fi, charging points, temperature control, and dimmable lights. The Caledonian Sleeper service to Inverness departs from London Euston Station and stops en route to Inverness at Crewe, Preston, Stirling and Dunblane stations.

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Caledonian Sleeper Train nights 1 & 6

Board the Caledonian Sleeper Train at London Euston Station, get settled into your cosy, wellequipped cabin, and travel to Scotland.

Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge nights 2-5

Set on the banks of the Dulnain River and boasting spectacular views of the Cairngorm Mountains.

Please note: For 2025 departures, your accommodation will be at the Ben Wyvis Hotel.

Balmoral Castle, Scotland

Culloden Moor, Scotland

Caledonian Sleeper Train

Caledonian Sleeper Train

Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness

Journey on an easy-going getaway encompassing Scotland’s most exceptional sights, dropping in at recognisable spots as well as some lesser-known, but equally as delightful highlights. Over five days, you’ll visit several natural spectacles, taking in each one at your own pace within the comfort and safety of a like-minded group of nature, culture, and history enthusiasts.

From your base at the charming Carrbridge Hotel, located in the heart of the Highlands, your group of well-matched travellers will be guided around Aviemore, Cairngorm Mountain, Fort Augustus, Nairn, Culloden Battlefield, Brodie Castle, and a gin distillery. Along the way, prepare to also be captivated by the dramatic panoramas while learning about the

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Stay in the heart of the Scottish Highlands and enjoy welcome drinks and dinner

• Take in the breath-taking vista of the Cairngorms National Park

• Witness local alpaca herds up close at an alpaca farm in Aviemore

• Set off on the Strathspey steam rail journey

• Embark on a two-hour cruise across the mystical waters of Loch Ness

• Wander around Fort Augustus, a picturesque town nestled on the banks of the Caledonian Canal

• Immerse yourself in the rich history of Scotland with a full-day tour of Nairn and Brodie Castle

• Learn about the Scottish clans and their battles with a full-day trip to Culloden Battlefield

• Discover the secrets of Scotland’s world-renowned spirits industry with a tasting at a gin distillery

• Four nights’ dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast at the three-star Carrbridge Hotel

• Return flights to Inverness, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

legends that go with each area and sampling Scotland’s finest spirits with a local expert.

A journey aboard the Strathspey Steam Railway, a wonderful reminder of the golden days of steam, takes you through some delightful unspoilt Highland scenery and past great sweeps of the River Spey, through moorland and forest. You’ll then return to Aviemore, where there is an opportunity to explore the famous resort town, which is one of Britain’s most famous outward-bound centres. Later, continue to visit the Cairngorm Alpacas, a family-run farm, and experience close up, the lives of alpacas with their handlers.

The included two-hour Loch Ness cruise, which is narrated by a local guide, will be equally as memorable, allowing you to take in the scenery from a different angle.

your hotel

The Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge HHH Half-Board

Set on the banks of the Dulnain River and boasting spectacular views of the Cairngorm Mountains, this charming, family-run hotel was originally established in 1803 as an inn for travellers. A casual, cosy restaurant and bar, with a log fire and patio seating, serves classic pub fare. There is lift access to the first floor, and guestrooms on higher floors are accessed by stairs. Pleasant guestrooms feature TVs, tea/ coffee-making facilities, hairdryers, and Wi-Fi.

Please note: For 2025, your accommodation in Scotland will be at the Coylumbridge Hotel.

5-day escorted tour from £1,185

Highlights of the Scottish Highlands

From rugged mountains and serene lochs to historic castles and picturesque towns, this is Scotland at its most spellbinding with an itinerary designed exclusively for solo travellers.

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This tour is made up exclusively of solo travellers.

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

Fly direct from these airports.

Prices from

• Bristol £1,209 • Gatwick £1,225

• Heathrow £1,185 • Luton £1,199

• Manchester £1,305

Tour Only without flights from £1,010

Make your own way to the airport or your hotel.

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour from Inverness airport. For 2025, the itinerary will include a visit to Balmoral Castle, Crathie Kirk, and Ballater on Day Two instead of the Strathspey Steam Railway, Cairngorm Mountain visitor centre, and a gin distillery.

Brodie Castle, Scotland

Cairngorm Mountains, Scotland

The Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge

Jersey –The Sun-Kissed Channel Isle

Enjoy rest, relaxation and some fascinating exploration on Britain’s famously sun-kissed southern outpost.

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Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

Fly direct from these airports.

Prices from

• Birmingham £865 • Bristol £865

• East Midlands £985 • Exeter £869

• Gatwick £885 • Glasgow £905 • Heathrow £835

• Leeds/Bradford £1,125 • Liverpool £889

• Luton £885 • Manchester £879

• Southampton £859

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• Jersey Zoo & La Mare Wine Estate – (full day) from £71

Room for Sole Use from £115

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 15 minutes.

Join us for a wonderful relaxing holiday on Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, where you’ll enjoy a choice of excellent hotels, an included tour of the island and its simply stunning coastline and a visit to the fascinating War Tunnels. As well as the chance to rest and relax in your hotel and delightful St Helier, there’ll be time to explore some superb beaches and perhaps, enjoy coastal walks under sunny, blue skies.

See the sweeping vast tracts of sand of St Aubin’s Bay – Jersey has one of the highest tidal reaches in the world and at low tide, you have to walk miles to dip your toes in the water – and La Corbière and its lighthouse. The west coast is fringed by the sands of St Ouen’s Bay, which in turn give way to the rugged cliffs of the north coast.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• A guided tour introduces delightful Jersey, Britain’s sunny southernmost outpost

• Explore Jersey’s southern coast on-board the Jersey Duchess

• Learn about the German occupation during WWII at the fascinating War Tunnels

• Enjoy free time to explore under your own steam or take a relaxing stroll along one of the island’s many sandy beaches

• Five nights’ carefully chosen three-star bed and breakfast accommodation at the Merton Hotel, St Helier (upgrade hotels available)

Return flights to Jersey, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

On the eastern side of the island, the coastline reverts to sandy beaches. Here, spectacular, 600-year-old Mont Orgueil, one of Britain’s best-preserved castles, towers over Gorey Harbour and the curve of the Royal Bay of Grouville.

Jersey’s bustling capital, St. Helier, with its colourful port and maritime feel, offers something for everybody. From its vibrant cafés, bars and restaurants – where fresh fish is the order of the day – to pleasant shopping areas, there’s plenty to enjoy throughout this island city.’

The included excursions will bring to life Britain’s sunny southern outpost, and there’s the chance, on an optional tour, to visit the world-renowned Jersey Zoo and Jersey’s only Wine Estate, La Mare.

your hotel choices

Merton Hotel, St Helier

HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £835

Norfolk Lodge, St Helier HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £850

Monterey Hotel, St Helier HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £860

Pomme D’Or Hotel, St Helier HHHH Bed & Breakfast from £910

Norfolk Lodge, St Helier

Monterey Hotel, St Helier

Mont Orgueil Castle, Jersey

La Corbiere Lighthouse, Jersey

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Join us for a marvellous short break in a corner of the world where daily life seems to be lived at a slower pace against a background of rolling hills and wonderful beaches blessed by clean air and unpolluted skies. Sit back and enjoy some delightful, relaxed train journeys as you discover an island that is full of fascination, its unique heritage railways offering a fantastic way to explore this very special place.

Travel to the delightful island capital of Ronaldsway with some free time to stroll along the promenades, visit the Manx Museum or watch Victorian entertainment at the Gaiety Theatre. The following days will see you set off on heritage journeys to explore the island’s rich history and picturesque landscapes. Travel south from Douglas on the Steam Railway, stopping at Castletown to explore Castle

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Journey on the narrow-gauge Steam Railway

• Board the Manx Electric Railway – the longest in the UK – and travel to historic Derby Castle Station

• Explore Laxey, home of the Laxey Wheel (also known as Lady Isabella) – the world’s largest working waterwheel

• On a clear day, you can see ‘Seven Kingdoms’ from the summit station

• Discover the island’s attractions with your included Go Explore Heritage card

• Take a ride on the famous Snaefell Mountain Railway

• Enjoy a day at the classic resort, Port Erin

• Four nights’ carefully chosen three-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation (upgrade hotels available for a supplement)

• Return flights to Douglas, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Rushen and the Old House of Keys, a restored 19th-century parliament building.

Continue to Port Erin, with its sandy beaches and Railway Museum. Then, venture west to Peel, where you’ll discover Peel Castle and the House of Manannan. Board the Manx Electric Railway to Ramsey, experiencing the longest electric railway in the British Isles.

Conclude your exploration with a trip to Laxey, home to Lady Isabella, the world’s largest working waterwheel, and a scenic ride on the Snaefell Mountain Railway, the British Isles’ only electric mountain railway. Take in the surrounding region as you travel nearly five miles to the 2,000-ft high summit. From here, the views on clear days stretch across the ‘Seven Kingdoms’ of England, Ireland, Wales, Scotland and the Isle of Man.

your hotels

Depending on your departure date, you’ll stay at one of the hotels listed below.

Welbeck Hotel, Douglas HHH

Half-Board

This charming hotel stands close to all the amenities in the centre of Douglas, offers a lift, a conservatory restaurant and a cosy lobby bar

Rutland Hotel, Douglas HHH Half-Board

Nearby the town centre and with a bayside restaurant, guestrooms at this hotel offer Wi-Fi, a TV, and a hairdryer.

Ellan Vannin Hotel, Douglas HHH Half-Board

A Victorian townhouse with a restaurant, lounge, and bar overlooking the seafront.

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Mannin Hotel, Douglas HHHH

Half-Board from £1,094

Offering modern guestrooms which feature free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee-making facilities, a hairdryer, a TV, air conditioning, room service, a pillow menu, a fridge, an iron and a safe.

5-day escorted tour from £789

Historic Railways of the Isle of Man

Savour life in the slow lane as you step back in time and discover the ‘Jewel of the Irish Sea’, set against a background of rolling hills and sublime beaches.

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Available Sep, Oct 2024 & Mar to Oct 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Belfast £789 • Birmingham £805

• Gatwick £825 • Heathrow £969

• Liverpool £809 • London City £869

• Manchester £805

Tour Only without flights from £620

Make your own way to the airport or your hotel. Room for Sole Use from £99

Please note: In the unlikely event of a steam locomotive breaking down and/or being unavailable, we reserve the right to substitute the engine with a diesel locomotive. The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately 30 minutes.

Castletown Station ©visitisleofman.com

Laxey Wheel, Isle of Man

6-day escorted tour from £939

Donegal & the Giant’s Causeway

Make your own footsteps on one of nature’s most iconic sites, and explore a wonderful corner of Ireland.

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Day One – Fly to Ireland and explore Letterkenny Following your flight to Belfast, meet your tour manager, and board the coach for the transfer to Letterkenny.

Depending on your arrival time, you’ll be able to spend the rest of the day exploring the town. Visit imposing St Eunan’s Cathedral, which dominates the skyline, wander through the charming Market Square or take a stroll along the picturesque Swilly River walkway. Alternatively, simply relax in one of the town’s colourful pubs. You’ll find several within walking distance of your hotel.

Day Two – Included Donegal excursion Today, you’ll head to Donegal town. Centred on its ancient marketplace, the Diamond, Donegal has a rich history reflected in its imposing Jacobean castle, which sits above the River Eske. The 70-minute waterbus trip (payable locally) around Donegal Bay offers another scenic perspective of this attractive town – especially on fine days. See the seal colony on Seal Island, the Bluestack Mountains and the many islands dotted around the bay. Back on shore, you’ll find no shortage of pubs and restaurants where you can grab a spot of lunch.

Day Three – Included Inishowen Peninsula excursion Today’s fascinating excursion takes you to the remote Inishowen Peninsula, a typically northern Irish landscape that includes Ireland’s most northerly point, Malin Head (familiar to listeners of the Shipping Forecast everywhere). Bordered by the waters of Lough Foyle and Lough Swilly, and the pristine beaches of the Atlantic coast, its towering mountains rising from a landscape dotted with ancient Celtic crosses and crumbling churches, Inishowen is a scenic delight.

Your day includes a visit to the Doagh Isle Famine Village, an outdoor museum where the sights, sounds and stories of Irish life, from the famine of the 1840s to the present day, are recreated. The attraction is built around original thatched houses that were inhabited until 1983.

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Available Sep, Oct 2024 Apr to Jun & Aug to Oct 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Birmingham £955 • Bristol £965 • Edinburgh £939 • Gatwick £969 • Glasgow £965

• Liverpool £1,005 • Luton £945 • Manchester £959 • Newcastle £999

• Southampton £995 • Stansted £945 Room for Sole Use from £190

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately two hours.

Giant’s Causeway, County Antrim

Dunluce Castle, County Antrim

Malin Head, County Donegal

From here, you’ll travel through the beautiful, timeless landscape, and on through the remote peninsula town of Carndonagh to wild, windswept Malin to enjoy the stupendous views, which stretch to the distant west of Scotland on clear days.

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Causeway is an area of about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic fissure eruption? ,,

Day Four - Included Giant’s Causeway excursion and Derry The highlight of the whole tour for many will be today’s excursion to the breath-taking Giant’s Causeway. Long associated with legendary Irish hero, Finn McCool, this astonishing collection of closely packed basalt columns, which rise like stepping stones from the Atlantic to the wild, windswept cliffs above, was formed after a volcanic eruption 60-million years ago.

your hotel

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy a visit to the awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway with entrance to the Visitor Centre

• Explore bustling Donegal town under your own steam

• Discover the city of Derry with it’s marvellous city walls and murals

• Visit the beautiful Glenveagh National Park

• Experience a fascinating guided tour of historic Glenveagh Castle

• Venture on a scenic coastal drive alongside the Wild Atlantic Way, one of Ireland’s most picturesque roads

• A tour of the rugged Inishowen Peninsula, including a thought-provoking visit to the Doagh Isle Famine Village

• Five nights’ carefully chosen bed and Irish breakfast accommodation at the three-star Station House Hotel, Letterkenny

• Four dinners and five breakfasts

• Return flights to Belfast, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Your visit will include entry to the Visitor Centre, where you’ll receive a free audio-guide to take to the stones, and have the chance to explore the exhibits in the active interpretation area. Take the short minibus trip from the visitor centre to the Causeway (small charge, typically payable locally), or walk the mile or so along the cliff path to take in the breath-taking views and sea air.

Continue to visit the city of Derry. On this walking tour, you’ll view the 400-year-old city walls and learn about the city’s marvellous history dating back to the medieval times to the modern day. Derry is renowned for its street murals and there will be an opportunity to visit and view these.

Day Five – Included Glenveagh National Park excursion Today, you’ll head to Glenveagh National Park. This remote area of outstanding natural beauty is home to herds of wild deer, and a sanctuary for the endangered golden eagle and many other species of wildlife. By contrast to most of the rugged landscape, Glenveagh Castle, which overlooks the peaceful waters of Lough Veagh, comes as something of a surprise.

A guided tour of the castle’s keep and mismatched towers offers a real glimpse into a

Station House Hotel, Letterkenny HHH Bed & Breakfast and Four Dinners

The welcoming Station House Hotel is conveniently situated by the banks of the tranquil River Swilly, overlooking Old Town Bridge, and close to the centre of the lively town. It has its own café/bar, serving food and drinks. Guestrooms are comfortable and equipped with a TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, a safe, free Wi-Fi, a telephone and private facilities with a shower. Room service is available for a charge.

lifestyle of an earlier age, and you’ll also have time to explore the spectacular gardens.

Your route back to Letterkenny takes you back to the coast, via Mount Errigal and through Dunlewy village to Bunbeg. Here, weather permitting, you may like a stretch your legs with a stroll along the sandy beach before continuing up and around the Bloody Foreland (named for the red hue of the rocks at sunset), for a final stop in one of the area’s quaint villages, such as Dunfanaghy.

Day Six – Fly home Bid farewell to Donegal, today, and return to Belfast airport to catch your flight home.

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Glenveagh Castle, County Donegal

Malin Head, County Donegal Glenveagh Lake, County Donegal

Station House Hotel, Letterkenny

Station House Hotel, Letterkenny

Station House Hotel, Letterkenny

Belfast & the Titanic Experience

Experience the story of the world’s most famous liner told in one of Europe’s fastest-changing, fascination-packed cities. 4-

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Day One – Fly to Belfast Following your flight to Belfast, meet your tour manager at the airport and board the coach for the short transfer into the city and your hotel.

Depending on the time of your arrival, the rest of the day is free for you to get your bearings and begin to soak up the atmosphere of what is truly a city fast shaking off its past reputation and embracing a new bright future, which is reflected in its youthful outlook and vibrant redevelopments. Your friendly tour manager will be on hand to point you in the right direction throughout your stay, should you wish to head out and explore the city centre, or find a restaurant to dine in this evening.

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“ We had a great time! Our tour guide was very informative, and our driver was brilliant. Newmarket Holidays helped arrange everything and ensured it ran smoothly. ,,

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Day Two – Included guided city tour and Titanic Belfast visit After breakfast, join your tour manager for a guided tour of the city of Belfast, with its turbulent past, thriving present and hopes for the future, all brought to life. Highlights will include the major landmarks such as City Hall, Queen’s and Stormont Castle, the seat of the Northern Ireland Assembly, and a stunning sight gradually revealed from the rising approach road. During the tour, you’ll also see West Belfast’s celebrated Peace Wall, the political murals of the Shankhill and Falls roads, and the ultra-modern developments of the regenerated docks area, crowned by the glittering, breath-taking Titanic Quarter

After a fascinating morning and the opportunity for lunch (payable locally), you’ll visit the Titanic Belfast, a wonderful visitor centre set on the site where RMS Titanic was constructed a century ago. Developed as much as a tribute to the days of shipbuilding in the city as well as in commemoration of the ill-fated liner that met her untimely end on her maiden voyage in 1912, the Titanic Belfast is a dramatic, innovative and exciting presentation of the real story of the famous ship.

Available Sep to Dec 2024 & Feb to Dec 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Aberdeen £615 • Birmingham £559 • Bristol £545 • Gatwick £545 • Glasgow £565

• Heathrow £509 • Liverpool £545 • Luton £535 • Manchester £539

• Newcastle £559 • Stansted £545

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• Glens of Antrim & the Giant’s Causeway (full day) – from £40

Tour Only without flights from £420

Make your own way to the airport or your hotel.

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £99

Please note: Prices based on a four-day tour. We also offer a five-day tour. Please see our website for further details.

The Glens of Antrim

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© Titanic Belfast.com

Stormont Castle, Belfast

It’s housed in nine fascinating galleries in one of the most eye-catching buildings to have been built in the UK for years. Through the use of audiovisual presentation, life-size reconstructions, interactive features and even a ‘Shipyard Ride’, the ship’s conception, construction, tragic sinking and its aftermath, as well as its rediscovery in 1985, are brought vividly to life, and you’ll leave the exhibition with a real sense of the enormity as well as the human cost of one of the 20th century’s most fateful episodes.

Enjoy the remainder of the day and evening at leisure, perhaps spent soaking up the atmosphere in one of the many traditional pubs in the city centre.

Day Three – Day at leisure or visit the Giant’s Causeway on an optional excursion Today is free for you to enjoy the delights of Belfast under your own steam, although many will take the opportunity to join the optional excursion to the breathtakingly scenic Antrim Coast, with its fabled Nine Glens leading to the sea, and to the extraordinary Giant’s Causeway, which is Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site.

your hotel choices

Ibis, Belfast City Centre HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £509

Guestrooms are simple and modern, offering free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee-making facilities and TVs.

Ramada by Wyndham, Belfast City Centre HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £566

The hotel amenities include a bar and grill, and free Wi- Fi. Guestrooms boast a flat-screen TV, tea/ coffee-making facilities and a telephone.

Holiday Inn, Belfast HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £542

A simple, modern hotel situated in the city centre. Each comfortable guestroom has a TV, air

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit the spectacular Titanic Belfast, a glittering, futuristic development built on the site the ship was constructed more than a century ago

• Take the opportunity to join an optional tour of the beautiful Antrim Coast and visit the extraordinary Giant’s Causeway, returning along the stunning Causeway Coastal Road, one of the UK’s most scenic roads

• Enjoy a fascinating half-day guided tour of Belfast and its major landmarks

• Make the most of free time to explore Belfast with its vibrant culture, trendy shops and cafés, and traditional pubs

• Three or four nights’ carefully chosen three-star bed and buffet breakfast accommodation at the Ibis, Belfast City Centre (upgrade hotels available for a supplement)

• Return flights to Belfast, with coach travel and transfers throughout

“ Did you know that the Giant’s Causeway was voted as the fourth greatest natural wonder in the United Kingdom and UNESCO declared it as a World Heritage Site in 1986? ,,

This astonishing collection of more than 40,000 basalt columns, packed closely together, and acting as stepping-stones into the Atlantic from beneath the wild, windswept cliffs, is a remarkable sight. Although the Giant’s Causeway was formed 60 million years ago by a volcanic explosion, the stories of the giant Finn McCool – said variously to have built the causeway as a means to woo a female giant living on a Scottish island, or to have used it as a way of escape from a pursuing enemy – are much more interesting to non-geologists, regardless of truth.

Your journey back to Belfast and your hotel takes you along the Causeway Coastal Road, past yet more spectacular views. Highlights of

the scenic drive will include bustling Ballycastle at the entrance to the two northernmost glens – Glentaisie and Glenshesk – followed by Carnlough with its picturesque harbour and then finally a drive through the colour-washed village of Glenarm and past stunning Glenariff – aptly known as the ‘Queen of the Glens’.

The evening is once again free to enjoy Belfast’s lively nightlife and wide range of restaurants, which will appeal to every taste and pocket, as you reflect on a memorable break.

Day Four – Fly back to your local airport

Depending upon the time of your return flight, you may well have the chance to spend a final few hours in the city, before transferring to the airport, bringing a truly wonderful few days to an end.

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conditioning, a safe, tea/coffee-making facilities, and a hairdryer.

Titanic Hotel, Belfast HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £614

From the stunning Drawing Bar with its threestorey high-barrel-vaulted ceiling, to the Art Deco maritime-inspired décor, this hotel offers a unique and truly unforgettable experience.

Hotel Europa, Belfast HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £710

A sleek hotel with a bistro, piano bar and lounge. Modern guestrooms encompass TVs, tea/coffeemakers, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.

One-night extension from £135

Stay an extra night in Belfast and visit the infamous Crumlin Road Gaol on Day Four, accompanied by a Matron’s High Tea. Your final afternoon is at leisure to explore more of the city under your own steam.

Crumlin Road Gaol , Belfast

The Giant’s Causeway, County Antrim

City Hall, Belfast

© National Museums Northern Ireland

The Ring of Kerry & South West Ireland

Take this opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful corners of the Emerald Isle as you explore the lakes and mountains of the Ring of Kerry.

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

Fly direct from these airports.

Prices from

• Gatwick £1,125 • Heathrow £1,195

• Manchester £1,115 • Stansted £1,095

Tour Only without flights from £850

Travel at your convenience on selected dates by making your own arrangements to the airport or your hotel.

Room for Sole Use from £225

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour and 30 minutes.

Discover and explore a stunning area that is crammed with breath-taking highlights. Enjoy four unforgettable excursions in the company of a knowledgeable tour manager, including a tour of the not-to-be-missed Ring of Kerry, lively Cork, delightful Bantry House and sub-tropical oasis Glengarriff. You’ll also enjoy a boat trip to the renowned gardens on Garnish Island.

Sit back and relax as you take in places such as Clonakilty, the birthplace of the Irish hero Michael Collins, Timoleague, with its abbey ruins, and delightful Kinsale, home to a host of cafés and restaurants.

Scenic wonders abound on this tour of the fabled ‘Ring of Kerry’, a feast of breath-taking land- and sea-scapes, including the beautiful Iveragh Peninsula, magnificent Coomakista

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Stroll around the historic Bantry House with time to view its delightful Italian-inspired gardens

• Explore the pretty village of Glengarriff, overlooking Bantry Bay

• Spot seals on a scenic boat trip to Garnish Island and its famous gardens

• Ramble on a horse-drawn jaunting car through Killarney National Park

• Take to the waters of Lough Leane on a leisurely boat ride

• Visit the fascinating Cobh Heritage Centre (entry payable locally)

• Traverse the enchanting landscapes surrounding the Ring of Kerry

• Five nights’ dinner, bed and Irish breakfast accommodation at the four-star Westlodge Hotel, Bantry

• Return flights to Cork, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Pass and its views of Macgillycuddy’s Reeks and monastic Skellig Michael out in the Atlantic. A day in cosmopolitan Cork, with its long maritime history, Bantry Bay and Glengarriff’s Gulf-Stream bathed sub-tropical island gardens, complete the holiday.

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“ We thoroughly enjoyed our trip! Our hotel, Westlodge, was excellent. The staff were all very friendly and helpful, and we found the food to be delicious. ,, Tom

your hotel

Westlodge Hotel, Bantry HHHH Half-Board

In vast, landscaped gardens on the outskirts of lively Bantry, the Westlodge offers a lounge, bar and restaurant, as well as a wide range of amenities, including a well-equipped leisure centre with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam room, indoor pool and gym, a tennis court and pitch and putt. Comfortable guestrooms have TVs, tea/coffeemaking facilities, a hairdryer and there is free Wi-Fi in public areas.

The Ring of Kerry, County Kerry

Westlodge Hotel, Bantry

Ross Castle, Killarney National Park

Skellig Michael, County Kerry

Westlodge Hotel, Bantry

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From your delightful base in the four-star McWilliam Park Hotel, enjoy a full and varied itinerary and make the very most of your time in this lovely part of the Emerald Isle. Highlights include an exploration of historic Galway, a visit to a sheep farm, a scenic tour of Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way, a fjord cruise, exploration of the famed Cliffs of Moher, and an opportunity to learn about the unique landscape of the Burren.

You’ll also visit stunning Kylemore Abbey, a Benedictine Monastery founded in 1920. Learn about its history and the tales of romance and tragedy, explore the six-acre Victorian Walled Gardens and visit the Gothic Chapel.

During the day you’ll discover the remote beauty of Connemara, taking in some of the Wild Atlantic Way, one of the world’s longest defined coastal routes.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit lively, colourful Galway

• Set off on a drive along part of the Wild Atlantic Way, one of Ireland’s most scenic roads, and a tour of Connemara

• Enter the beautiful Kylemore Abbey

• Spend time exploring the towering Cliffs of Moher and the unforgettable lunar-like landscape of the Burren

• Board a leisurely cruise across the Killary Fjord

• Enjoy a sheep dog experience at Glen Keen Farm

Embrace time to explore the celebrated town of Westport

• Five nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Knock, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

guided tour

The old centre surrounds ancient Lynch’s Castle and a pedestrianised thoroughfare leads down to the thriving waterfront, from which pleasure cruisers ply their trade.

Immerse yourself in the beautiful, natural surroundings of the Killary Fjord on a leisurely cruise and learn about sheep farming during a fascinating visit to Glen Keen Farm on another special day.

The vast lunar-like expanse of the Burren and the majestic Cliffs of Moher – towering some 200 metres above sea level, complete a wonderful few days in this very special corner of the Emerald Isle.

your hotel

McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris HHHH Half-Board

The four-star McWilliam Park Hotel offers spacious accommodation, a beauty studio and a leisure centre with an 18-metre swimming pool, steamroom, sauna, Jacuzzi and gym. All guestrooms are en-suite and have a TV, telephone, iron, safe, hairdryer and tea/coffee-making facilities. There is free Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel, and evening entertainment typically includes dancing and live music.

6-day escorted tour from £1,005

Galway, Connemara & Ireland’s Stunning West

Discover one of the most beautiful and unspoilt corners of Ireland, renowned for its ancient Gaelic heritage and traditional Irish hospitality.

Available Sep, Oct 2024, Apr to Jun & Aug to Oct 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Heathrow £1,009 • Liverpool £1,015

• Luton £1,005 • Stansted £1,015

Tour Only without flights from £840

Make your own way to the airport or your hotel. Room for Sole Use from £240

Please note: The transfer time from Knock airport to your hotel is approximately 40 minutes.

Kylemore Abbey, County Galway

McWilliam Park Hotell, Claremorris

McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris

The Cliffs of Moher, County Clare

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of lively, picturesque Galway will help you get your bearings before you enjoy the chance to explore this colourful town at leisure.

Killary Fjord, Leenane ©Clive Jennings 2013

38 Portofino, Florence & Tuscany

40 Capri, Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast

42 Venice, Verona & the Wonders of Lake Garda 44 Lake Garda

49 Tuscany, Rome & the Amalfi Coast

50 Milan, Verona & Lake Garda

52 Highlights of Italy – Venice to Rome 54 Classic Sardinia

55 A Snapshot of Western Sicily – EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

56 The Italian Dolomites

57 Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express

58 Puglia & the South –Undiscovered Italy

60 Classic Sicily, Etna & Taormina

Embrace la dolce vita while wandering mazes of cobbled lanes leading to iconic monuments, azure water and sweeping bays.

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I’ve just returned from eight days in Sorrento. Everything went very smoothly. We loved the included excursions to Pompeii, Naples, and the Amalfi Coast (which was brilliant), and we had a fantastic day in Capri. The guides were very knowledgeable and fun, and the driver Pepe was excellent too. I would use Newmarket Holidays again. ,,

Carol,

Customer, Capri, Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence

8-day escorted tour from £1,079

Portofino, Florence & Tuscany

Experience one of the Mediterranean’s most exclusive corners, the beautiful Tuscan countryside and the stunning Cradle of the Renaissance.

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Day One – Fly to Italy Upon arrival, meet your tour manager then board the coach for the scenic transfer through the Tuscan countryside to Montecatini.

Sit back and soak in the views as you pass through the region’s undulating hills, carpeted with vineyards and lined with picturesque cypress trees.

Day Two – Day at leisure or optional excursion to a Chianti winery Today is free for you to get to know the hotel and surroundings of this historic spa resort, perhaps paying a first visit to Montecatini Alto for its stunning views, enjoying a leisurely lunch, and exploring under your own steam. Alternatively, take advantage of the optional excursion to a Chianti winery to sample some of the most famous wine of the region.

Day Three – Included excursion to the Ligurian coast and Portofino Join the first of your tour’s included excursions today as you head to the beautiful Ligurian coast, where some of Italy’s most famous resorts are dotted along the shoreline, backed by wooded hills.

A mecca for visitors from the four corners of the globe, elegant Santa Margherita Ligure

overlooks a stunning bay, and lies at the eastern end of the Portofino headland.

Enjoy some time spent exploring the resort, then board a boat for a trip along the coast. You’ll discover its ultra-chic neighbour, the world-renowned jet-set watering-hole of Portofino itself, which despite the crowds, the glitz and the glamour, remains one of the Mediterranean’s most idyllic settings.

Day Four – Included visit to Florence Today will be one of the undoubted highlights of the holiday, as you enjoy our included tour of truly stunning Florence, known as the Cradle of the Renaissance, which is for many the country’s most beautiful city.

Today there’s a chance to see for yourself the magnificent Florentine skyline, dominated by the dome of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and to explore the splendour of Santa Croce and the medieval Ponte Vecchio bridge, spared by the retreating Nazis because of its timeless beauty.

Of course, Florence is the city of both the Accademia, which houses Michelangelo’s fabled statue of David, and the Uffizi, where Botticelli’s famous Birth of Venus can be

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admired, should you choose to visit the galleries (payable locally), and you’ll no doubt want to rest awhile in one of the city’s countless eateries.

Day Five – Day at leisure in Montecatini or optional excursion to Cinque Terre Today, you’re free to enjoy another day of gentle exploration in Montecatini under your own steam, or join the optional excursion to the stunning villages of Cinque Terre. Perched on the rugged coastline, Cinque Terre is a string of centuries-old seaside villages offering colourful houses clinging to steep terraces and harbours filled with fishing boats and trattorias.

Day Six – Day at leisure or optional excursion to Siena and San Gimignano Relax in the resort, or join today’s optional excursion, which heads into the Tuscan countryside to explore the exquisite hill towns of Siena, Certaldo and UNESCO -listed medieval gem San Gimignano. Set high above the Cecina and Dell’Era valleys, Etruscan Siena is beautifully preserved, with its ancient walls surrounding a medieval core, at the heart of which is a stunning Romanesque cathedral and the ornate Piazza del Priori, lined with beautiful palazzi. The tour also takes in the stunning Roman

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Hotel Biondi, Montecatini Terme HHHH

Half-Board from £1,079

Set in the centre of Montecatini Terme, just a few minutes’ walk from the Parco delle Terme, this charming hotel offers a garden with a terrace, an indoor swimming pool, and a Tuscan restaurant.

Hotel Manzoni, Montecatini Terme HHHH

Half-Board from £1,194

Offering an outdoor pool, superb wellness centre pools, whirlpool and sauna (some facilities payable locally) and gym. Elegant public areas, free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and guestrooms feature air conditioning, a TV and safe. Balcony guestrooms are available for a supplement.

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Tour

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy a week’s stay in one of Tuscany’s most celebrated spa town resorts, Montecatini

• Spend seven nights beside the brilliant blue Adriatic Sea

• Enjoy a mix of some relaxed days at leisure at the comfortable hotel and several fascinating, included excursions

• Discover elegant Santa Margherita Ligure on the Ligurian Coast, home to a stunning bay

• Experience an optional wine tasting at a local Chianti winery

• Witness hilltop Ostuni’s white walls gleaming in the Italian sun

• Pay a visit to chic and trendy Portofino, one of the Mediterranean’s most exclusive corners

• Take in Alberobello’s traditional, conical trulli houses

• Explore Baroque treasure-chest Lecce

• A scenic boat trip from Santa Margherita to Portofino

• Enjoy Pisa and Lucca, two of Tuscany’s most impressive gems

• Discover the UNESCO -listed wonders of Matera’s sassi cave dwellings, inhabited from the Paleolithic Period right the way up to the 1950s

• Travel to beautiful Cinque Terre on an optional excursion

• Spend a day in breathtaking, Renaissance Florence

• The chance to visit the fascinating Castellana Caves and historic Locorontodo, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, on an optional excursion

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at the Hotel Biondi, Montecatini Terme (upgrade hotels available for a supplement)

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Bari, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Return flights to Italy, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

amphitheatre, which was uncovered as recently as 1951.

San Gimignano, with its fairy-tale towers rising from the medieval hill-top village, is one of the finest sights in all of Italy. Circled by towering 13th-century walls, the old town is clustered around Piazza della Cisterna, a triangular square lined with medieval houses. San Gimignano has a skyline of medieval towers, including the famous stone Torre Grossa.

Day Seven – Included visits to Pisa and Lucca First, take to Pisa where, accompanied by an expert local guide, you’ll have the chance to explore the city’s mesmerising sights with a tour along the banks of the River Arno. Take in the Campo del Miracoli (field of miracles) which houses not only Pisa’s iconic Leaning Tower, but also the impressive Baptistery, Duomo and cemetery of Pisa Cathedral.

Following a fascinating visit, you’ll reboard the coach for the journey to the elegant walled city of Lucca, a Renaissance jewel that was the birthplace of the composer Puccini. The city’s most famous son is celebrated with a museum at his home.

Elsewhere, the ancient cathedral, the Torre della Ore, and the exquisite Piazza Anfiteatro, built around the Roman amphitheatre, are amongst the ‘must-sees’ in this charming city.

Return to Montecatini at the end of a wonderful day of touring to enjoy your final evening.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Bid farewell to your Tuscan hosts this morning as you journey back to the airport via coach to catch your return flight, bringing a marvellous holiday in Tuscany to an end.

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Hotel Adua, Montecatini Terme HHHH

Half-Board from £1,208

The hotel boasts a bar, lounge, outdoor pool, dining room and lift. A wellness centre offers a full programme of beauty treatments (payable locally).

Stylish guestrooms have a hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, air conditioning, mini-bar and safe. Balcony guestrooms are available for a supplement.

Grand Hotel Tamerici & Principe, Montecatini HHHH

Half-Board from £1,254

Set in a sophisticated building and ringed by treefringed streets, this hotel is just a three-minute walk from the Montecatini Terme. In the garden,

there’s an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers, and a terrace. Brightly decorated guestrooms feature TVs, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, hairdryers, and safes.

Hotel Columbia Wellness & Spa, Montecatini HHHH

Half-Board from £1,360

A refined Art Deco hotel, with a wellness centre located a four-minute walk away from Montecatini Contemporary Art Museum and in the centre of the town. A polished restaurant looks out over the city, and there are two bars to choose from. Sophisticated guestrooms offer TVs, mini-bars, air conditioning, hairdryers, safes, and Wi-Fi.

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Capri, Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast

Discover the charm and warm hospitality of the Neapolitan Riviera, one of the Mediterranean’s most highly favoured and elegant corners.

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Day One – Fly to Italy Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and board the coach for the scenic journey to the Bay of Naples, and on to your chosen hotel, in or close to Sorrento.

Day Two – Explore Sorrento and surroundings at your leisure Today is free for you to rest and relax, either enjoying the facilities of the hotel, or perhaps venturing into the centre of delightful Sorrento.

The town, perched upon its cliff-top, seems built between the sky and the sea, and offers everything required for an enjoyable stay. Its colourful, beating heart is the Piazza Tasso, pedestrianised in the evenings, when the bars and cafés that surround it become a perfect place to watch the locals, dressed in their ‘Sunday best’, enjoying a nightly passeggiata (stroll). .

On the shore, two tiny ports are backed by even tinier beaches and several board walks dotted with beach-huts and sun-loungers, while on the water, pleasure-craft of all shapes and sizes, as well as the occasional cruise ship, add to the colourful scene.

Day Three – Included visits to Pompeii and Naples Today’s included excursion begins with the truly awe-inspiring ruins of Roman Pompeii,

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destroyed – yet miraculously preserved – by the eruption of nearby Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Buried and forgotten for hundreds of years, Pompeii was rediscovered in the 18th century, since when excavations have continued to reveal more and more of this ancient, once magnificent city, with its villas, temples and frescoed houses giving a very vivid insight into Roman life.

You’ll then journey around the bay, passing the brooding hulk of the famous volcano to one of Italy’s most colourful cities, the great southern Italian capital Naples. Highlights of a guided tour will include Garibaldi and Plebiscito squares, in the UNESCO -listed heart of the city, with their fine statues, San Carlo Opera House – second only in importance to Milan’s famed La Scala – and the Royal Palace.

You’ll also take in the medieval, turreted Castel Nuovo, the legendary ‘Egg Castle’ and the spectacular view from Posillipo Hill, which rises up above the city, before you return to Sorrento at the end of a wonderful day.

Day Four – Included journey along the Amalfi Drive One of the most scenic coastal roads in Europe forms the backdrop for today’s

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included excursion, as fantastically shaped rocks plunge vertically into the sea and dizzy bridges span deep gorges, while in contrast, the gentlycontoured hillsides are covered in vines, fruit and olive trees. Make sure you pack your camera, as you’ll be making plenty of stops at scenic lookouts along the way!

Take in the view above the town of Positano, with its Moorish-style pink and white houses, and enjoy a visit to beautiful Amalfi, a thriving holiday resort with houses rising up the hillsides and a main square dominated by the beautiful cathedral. Your final visit will be a trip by boat to Maiori, allowing you to take in the spectacular views of the coastline. Maiori is a colourful town with an expansive beach and charming waterfront promenade.

Day Five – Day at leisure or optional countryside tour through Campania Rest and relax in Sorrento, or join today’s optional excursion, which will journey into the countryside of Campania, and will include a fascinating insight into some of the traditions and origins of the cuisine of the region.

Begin with a walking tour of Sorrento’s oldest quarters, and visit a local wine cellar, an ancient

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend a week in the blissful surroundings of the Neapolitan Riviera

• Visit the extraordinary ruins of Roman city Pompeii, famously preserved by the catastrophic eruption of Vesuvius in AD79

• Discover and explore colourful, historic Naples, one of Italy’s most iconic cities

• Journey along the Amalfi Drive, one of Europe’s most scenic coastal roads

• Enjoy a full day on the enchanting Isle of Capri, famed for its upmarket restaurants and designer shops

• Free time to enjoy your hotel’s facilities and make the most of its stunning location, overlooking the Bay of Naples

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at the Hotel Girasole Sant’Agnello (upgrade hotels available for a supplement)

• Return flights to Naples, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

olive press and a working mozzarella farm, where the famed cheese is still hand-made.

Of course, there will be plenty of opportunities to taste and purchase the regional produce, and your day will also include a scenic drive through some of the Sorrentine peninsula’s smaller towns, where spectacular views of the Due Golfi –Naples and Salerno – add to the enjoyment of the day.

Day Six – Included excursion to Capri Today will prove to be one of the undoubted highlights of your holiday, as you embark on the 20-minute jet foil crossing from Sorrento across the Bay of Naples to the wonderful Isle of Capri, one of the Mediterranean’s treasures and a famous hideaway of poets and artists. The island is known for its craggy coastline and high-end designer shops, bars and restaurants.

On arrival, a mini-bus will take you to the picturesque village of Anacapri on the slopes of Mount Solaro. There will also be time for those who wish to take a chair lift ride to the summit of Solaro (payable locally).

You’ll continue to the island’s main town to visit the Augustus Gardens, overlooking the

Hotel Girasole, Sant’Agnello HHH Half-Board from £1,379

This delightful hotel with a stunning garden and pool, a bar, lounge and restaurant. Tastefully furnished airconditioned guestrooms have a hairdryer, TV, telephone and a balcony. Guestrooms with a garden view are available for a supplement.

Hotel Eliseo Park, Sant’Agnello HHHH Half-Board from £1,458

This hotel is situated very close to the centre of Sant’ Agnello and only five minutes away from the sea. There are shops and restaurants close by and the centre of Sorrento is a 10-minute walk away. Well-appointed guestrooms have a hairdryer, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and

Canzone del Mare, former home to the legendary Gracie Fields.

Day Seven – Day at leisure Spend a last day enjoying the surroundings of the hotel, Sorrento and all its charms.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK This morning, bid farewell to your wonderful hosts today as you board the coach for the transfer to the airport for the return flight, at the end of a marvellous holiday in one of Italy’s most beautiful regions.

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satellite TV and a balcony. There is an outdoor pool, restaurant, lounge and bar.

Hotel Caravel, Sant’Agnello HHHH Half-Board from £1,544

Approximately half a mile from the resort centre and close to the lift to Marinella Beach. Amenities includean outdoor pool and sun terrace, piano bar and roof-top terrace. All rooms have air conditioning, satellite TV, a mini-bar and a safe. Guestrooms with a balcony are available for a supplement

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Pompeii, Italy

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Hotel Caravel, Sant’ Agnello

Hotel Girasole, Sant’ Agnello

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Venice, Verona & the Wonders of Lake Garda

Discover and explore an idyllic corner of the world and two of Europe’s most fascinating, enthralling and historic cities.

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These hugely popular tours, enjoyed by countless happy customers over the years, have truly stood the test of time.

Day One – Fly to Italy Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and board the coach for the journey to Lake Garda and your chosen hotel. You can stay on the lake’s eastern shore, close to delightful Malcesine, with its quaint alleyways and narrow streets, or in sun-blessed Torbole, with its vibrant café life, trendy shops and stunning views across the lake.

Alternatively choose Riva at the top of the lake, or Limone on the northwest shoreline. Settle into your surroundings, and enjoy a first evening in the hotel, perhaps popping out for a gentle walk after dinner, depending on your arrival time.

Day Two – Day at leisure Today is free for you to rest and relax at leisure, either enjoying the facilities of the hotel, or perhaps venturing into the centre of your chosen resort. Favourites with our clients for many years, all the resorts offer plenty of opportunities to rest and relax, to stroll the lakeside promenade, watch the world go by from a seat in a pavement café, shop, or perhaps even take to the water – Garda is a mecca for sailors and windsurfers who revel in the breezy conditions offshore.

Day Three – Included Grand Circular Lake Garda tour After breakfast today, board the coach for a Grand Circular tour of the beautiful lake, in the company of your tour manager. The fjord-like eastern shores and the northern, mountain backed resorts of sun-blessed Torbole and pastel-painted Riva del Garda give way to the western shoreline of citrus and olive groves.

On the southern shore a promontory leads to the spa resort of Sirmione, its healing waters and fairy-tale Rocca Scaligera castle, with its turrets and towers. The tour returns to the hotel via the wine-growing town of Bardolino,and the busy resort of Garda itself.

Day Four – Included Dolomites scenic tour Today is spent amongst the crags and passes of the majestic Dolomites, which are set to the north of Garda, and provide some of Europe’s most dramatic mountain scenery.

There’ll be plenty of stops during the tour at traditional towns and villages, enabling you to soak up the atmosphere and stunning views of this delightful region, which sits between the sun-kissed Italian plain of Emiglia-Romagna,

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• Manchester £1,189 • Newcastle £1,555 • Stansted £1,379

Room for Sole Use from £322

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour from Verona, two hours from Bergamo and three hours from Milan Malpensa and Venice.

Bridge Ponte Pietra, Verona

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Bardolino Harbour, Lake Garda

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and the Alps of the Austrian Tyrol, above the wine-growing valley of the Alto-Adige.

Day Five – Day at leisure Enjoy a day of rest and relaxation today, bringing plenty of chances to enjoy the facilities of your chosen hotel and resort, and perhaps also to explore the local town under your own steam and enjoying some time observing traditional life on the shores of the lake.

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Day Six – Included Verona excursion Today you’ll visit the thoroughly charming city of Verona, perched on the banks of the River Adige, with its historic centre and monuments fashioned in pink marble.

Amongst the outstanding sights is the bestpreserved Roman amphitheatre in Italy, famed

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For more details about the wider range of resorts and hotels featured, please see pages 46-48, or check our website.

Hotel Cristina, Limone HHH Bed & Breakfast from £1,059

Hotel Cristina is spread amongst five villa-style buildings on a hillside overlooking Lake Garda. Two outdoor pools, ringed with palm trees, can be enjoyed, and a restaurant boast magnificent views.

Alexander Hotel, Limone HHHH Bed & Breakfast from £1,283

Boasting a wellness centre with a sauna, Turkish bath, whirlpool, and indoor pool, this hotel promises plenty of opportunities for relaxation.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend a week on the sun-kissed shores of glorious Lake Garda, taking in the charming settlements and enjoying the Mediterranean-like culture

• Enjoy a full-day visit to incomparable Venice, La Serenissima, with an included tour lifting the veil on this extraordinary city’s finest sights

• Discover the glories of Roman Verona, setting of Shakespeare’s timeless Romeo and Juliet

• Journey through the majestic Dolomite mountains, nestled between the sun-kissed Italian plain of EmigliaRomagna and the Alps of the Austrian Tyrol

• Enjoy a Grand Circular Tour of Lake Garda, taking in sunblessed Torbole and pastel-painted Riva del Garda

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen accommodation at the hotel or resort of your choosing

• Return flights to Italy, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

the world over for its summertime opera festival. The sweeping Piazza Bra is crowded with folk watching the world go by from one of the numerous pavement cafés.

The ancient Piazza delle Erbe bustles with its colourful market. Nearby the maze of 13th-century streets is redolent with a sense of troubled history, chronicled in Shakespeare’s tale of star-crossed lovers. After another marvellous day, you’ll return to Garda’s shores.

Day Seven – Included Venice excursion This day will etch itself into the memory like few others, as you board the coach to travel to incomparable Venice, probably the world’s most romantic city.

On arrival, in the company of a local guide, you will enjoy a walking tour of this simply breathtakingly beautiful place, where some hundred or so islands are linked by innumerable bridges, and where gondolas and water taxis ply their trades on the beautiful Grand Canal, past the stunning Accademia museum and the iconic Rialto Bridge. The vast expanse of St Mark’s Square, with its sumptuous cathedral, clock tower and the Doge’s Palace – the Palazzo Ducale – is quite simply one of the world’s most iconic sights and one that will stay with you forever.

Close by, joining the palace to the prisons, the famous Bridge of Sighs afforded condemned men a last view of the beauty of Venice en route to the gallows. Away from St Marks and the Grand Canal, a labyrinth of narrow streets awaits more exploration, each corner turned revealing another memorable sight of this truly wonderful city. After an unforgettable day in incomparable Venice, you’ll return to Garda in time for a last dinner, no doubt reflecting on a wonderful week spent in Italy.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Bid farewell to your Italian hosts today, as you board the coach for the transfer back to the airport and the return flight, as your relaxing holiday comes to an end.

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There’s an outdoor pool, fitness room, restaurant and bar.

Hotel Garda, Riva del Garda HHHH Half-Board from £1,325

Boasting an outdoor pool, sun terrace, cocktail bar and lounge, restaurant, and a sky-terrace.

Hotel all’Azzurro, Limone HHHH Bed & Breakfast from 1,339

This hotel stands beside the Lake, next to the ferry landing stage in the historic heart of Limone, close to a good selection of bars, shops, and restaurants.

Hotel Continental, Torbole HHHH Half-Board from £1,554

In a quiet elevated position close to the village of Nago, with easy access into Torbole, just two miles away. A regular public bus and twice daily free hotel shuttle service operate to the lake.

Hotel Villa Drice, Limone HHHH Half-Board from £1,577

Built into the cliff-side, boasting panoramic views of Lake Garda and a perfect base for discovering the surrounding area. 50 air-conditioned guestrooms have balconies or terraces.

Basilica Santa Maria della Salute, Venice

Rocca Scaligera, Lake Garda

Juliet’s Balcony, Verona

8-day resort-based stay from £839

Lake Garda

Offering a taste of the Mediterranean along its sunny shores, idyllic Garda is the perfect ‘lakes and mountains’ holiday choice.

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Choose from a wide range of carefully selected hotels in four hand-picked, highly favoured locations, and enjoy a relaxed stay on the sun-blessed shores of this, Italy’s largest, most spectacular and most popular lake. With clear blue waters fringed by stylish, elegant, colourful resorts, flanked by groves of citrus trees or olives, or backed by the wooded slopes of craggy mountains, this is a perfect picture-postcard scene which has drawn visitors over the years.

Lake Garda There is a Mediterranean-like feel to holidays spent on Garda’s beautiful shores, with warm days cooled by the famous breezes, and balmy evenings spent under the stars. Throughout the day, the resorts bustle with life, with the shops and cafés, bars and restaurants all vying for business. By early evening, the streets are thronged with locals and visitors alike enjoying a passeggiata, or traditional stroll.

Active pursuits Lake Garda’s breezy waters are a mecca for sailors and windsurfers alike, and there are sailing schools offering lessons and craft for hire in each of our chosen resorts. Ashore too, there are plenty of opportunities to leave the sun lounger behind and enjoy some exercise. Walkers, for example, are especially at home on the lake’s

eastern shore, with the footpaths and easy trails of Monte Baldo offering stunning views of the lake. Cycling too, is a hugely popular pursuit, whether on a leisurely potter in and around the resort, or more seriously for Lycra-clad titans.

Rest and relax Café life, delicious ice cream from a host of gelaterie, plentiful shopping for handicrafts or other souvenirs, or just a seat in the sun on a lakeside promenade, or in a shoreside restaurant enjoying a long lunch, are all happy pre-occupations for those for whom rest and relaxation are the order of the day, while the facilities and amenities at some hotels will mean some won’t venture very far at all.

Discovery and exploration Should you wish to explore beyond your chosen resort, some of Italy’s – and indeed Europe’s – finest cities await you, on excursions to incomparable Venice or Romeo and Juliet’s exquisite Verona.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy the choice of four optional excursions to glorious Venice, medieval Verona, a tour of the lake or the Dolomite mountains

• The chance to take a Grand Circular Tour of the lake, viewing bustling Malcesine, sun-blessed Torbole, delightful Limone and pastel-painted Riva del Garda

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen accommodation at the hotel or resort of your choosing

• Return flights to Italy, with airport transfers

• A friendly, experienced holiday manager in resort For details about the full range of hotels featured, please see our website or simply scan the QR code above.

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• Manchester £969 • Newcastle £1,335 • Stansted £1,159

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• Lake Tour (full day) – from £59

• The Dolomites (full day) – from £48

• Verona (full day) – from £38

• Venice (full day) – from £78

Room for Sole Use from £322

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour from Verona, two hours from Bergamo and three hours from Milan Malpensa and Venice.

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Malcesine, Torbole, Limone and Riva del Garda

Delightful Limone

Situated on the lake’s northwestern shore, Limone is named for the terraced citrus groves that dot the surrounding hillsides. Limone is every inch the perfect holiday resort, with a lively nightlife complementing the relaxed, sun-blessed days.

The resort centre

Impossibly quaint, cobbled streets lead down to a lakeside promenade lined with cafés and tavernas, and to the old port, the Porto Vecchio, which is thronged with visitors for most of the day, and perhaps best visited in the early morning or evening. A museum chronicling the town’s lemon-growing history, and several churches acknowledge the town’s very own saint.

Sun-blessed Torbole

Venturing beyond

Just outside the town, north and south, several small ‘beaches’ cater to sunbathers, and in addition to the regular boat service to the other resorts, there are organised walks for the energetic to enjoy.

Free open-air concerts

Look out for these during your stay in Limone. You may be lucky enough to catch an organised evening of opera or an outdoor concert under the stars.

Sitting on Garda’s picturesque mountain-backed north-east shore, Torbole offers a vibrant café life, a lakeside promenade and of course, splendid views of the activities on the water.

The resort centre

With its waterfront houses, restaurants and cafés fringing the lake in a perfect semi-circle, Torbole’s setting has long made it a favourite with our guests, for whom an added attraction is the chance to take in the sight of the serious windsurfers skimming across the lake each afternoon.

Bustling Malcesine

Venturing beyond

A gentle 3km stroll along the shore to neighbouring Riva will be enough for many, although the more strenuous walk to Nago, above the resort, with its historic Penede castle and stupendous views, or the wellsigned Tempesta Trail on the slopes of Baldo will attract more energetic walkers.

Saddle up

Several beautiful cycle routes lead from the town, and there are places to rent bikes or even join guided tours.

(Mal-ches-in-ay), on the lake’s eastern shore, its colourful little port overlooked by a turreted castle, and brimming with small craft and windsurfers has been a long-time favourite of Newmarket Holidays’ customers over many years.

The resort centre

The tiny harbour, where several restaurants –perfect for slow, leisurely lunches – look out over the water, is backed by a promenade that in turn gives way to narrow cobbled streets of craft shops and yet more, tucked away, cafés and bars. Visit the Castello Scaligero for splendid views of the town.

Elegant Riva del Garda

Venturing beyond

If you feel the need to escape the town’s clutches, perhaps you’ll head out on the lake – several boats sail between the various settlements – or perhaps board a cable car to the heights of Monte Baldo, which towers 6,000 feet above the town.

Balmy evenings

West facing, Malcesine serves up some wonderful sunsets, which give way to balmy evenings perfect for a nightly passeggiata

The most northerly, and the largest of our selected resorts, Riva is a stylish, elegant town, which served as an important port and link between the north and south for centuries.

The resort centre

In addition to its fair share of delightful restaurants, bars and cafés, clustered around the harbour, Riva boasts a fascinating civic museum within a shoreside moated castle. Board a ‘tourist train’ here for a relaxed tour, or perhaps climb the town’s 13th-century clock tower for a much more energetic view of things.

Venturing beyond

The lakeside promenade winds its way around the shore to Torbole, three kilometres away, with the sight of the windsurfers providing a colourful backdrop on the water.

Take to the water

Riva’s busy port is the place to board several boats, not only to visit nearby Limone, Torbole and Malcesine, but, perhaps aboard a fast hydrofoil to the distant southern reaches of the lake.

Malcesine, Lake Garda

Limone, Lake Garda

Torbole, Lake Garda

Riva del Garda, Lake Garda

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Limone, Torbole, Riva del Garda and Malcesine

Hotel Cristina, Limone HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £839

Backed by mountains and facing Lake Garda, this property is set within beautiful gardens and expansive terraces. Spread amongst five villa-style buildings overlooking Lake Garda. Two outdoor pools, ringed with palm trees, can be enjoyed, and a restaurant and two bars boast magnificent views.

A shuttle bus goes to and from the centre of Limone and guests can access the beach at sister hotel Leonardo da Vinci.

Guestrooms

Airy, simple guestrooms, with colourful décor, come with seasonal air-conditioning, a telephone, TV, mini-bars, and tea/ coffee-making facilities. Guestrooms have a balcony/terrace and partial lake view, or a front lake view for a supplement.

Hotel San Pietro, Limone HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £986

A welcoming hotel elevated above the shores of Lake Garda and within reach of the centre of Limone.

Two outdoor pools within a garden, a panoramic relaxation area, an indoor pool with a whirlpool, and a fitness room are some of the many amenities. There are two restaurants, a poolside grill, and a piano bar.

The town’s shops, bars and restaurants are all within walking distance downhill, or use the hotel shuttle bus to the centre if you prefer.

Guestrooms

Guestrooms have a balcony or terrace and partial lake view.

Alexander Hotel, Limone HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,063

A delightful hotel with 50 guestrooms, resting close to the lakefront of Limone, with an array of facilities.

A state-of-the-art wellness centre with a sauna, a Turkish bath, whirlpool, and indoor pool promises plenty of opportunities for relaxation.

There is an outdoor pool, fitness room, restaurant serving a range of cuisines, and a bar.

Guestrooms

Seasonally air-conditioned rooms have a hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, safe, fridge and free Wi-Fi. Guestrooms with balcony/terrace and lake views are available for a supplement.

Hotel Royal Village, Limone HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,077

This popular four-star hotel is set on the slopes above the resort of Limone, in the heart of a 10-acre olive grove. It’s a 10-minute downhill walk from the hotel to the lake and the town centre.

The Royal Village has two outdoor swimming pools, one indoor swimming pool, a sun terrace, and a garden. It has two restaurants on site, a bar and lounges. Complimentary drinks are served with evening meals. There is evening entertainment three days a week between June and September. A complimentary shuttle bus runs from the hotel to the centre of the resort.

Guestrooms

The standard guestrooms have private facilities, mini-bars, TV, telephones, hairdryers, seasonal air conditioning, safes and either balconies or terraces. Guestrooms with side lake views are available for a supplement.

Hotel Christina, Limone

Hotel Christina, Limone

Hotel Christina, Limone

Alexander Hotel, Limone

Alexander Hotel, Limone

Hotel San Pietro, Limone

Hotel San Pietro, Limone

Hotel San Pietro, Limone

Alexander Hotel, Limone

Hotel Royal Village, Limone

Hotel Royal Village, Limone

Hotel Royal Village, Limone

Hotel Garda Bellevue, Limone HHHH

Half-Board from £1,105

A relaxed hotel serving as a welcoming escape, enclosed by mountains, and with beach access and views of Lake Garda.

There is an indoor heated pool with a Jacuzzi, and an outdoor pool by a terrace, dotted with sunbeds.

A wellness centre offers a Turkish bath, a floating pool and sauna, and a selection of treatments.

An indoor restaurant serves regional dishes and cocktails can be enjoyed at the poolside bar.

Guestrooms

130 comfortable, modern guestrooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as a TV, hairdryer, mini-bar, safe, telephone and balcony. Guestrooms with a partial lake view are available for a supplement.

Hotel all’Azzurro, Limone HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,119

Standing beside the Lake, next to the ferry landing stage in the historic heart of Limone, close to a good selection of bars, shops, and restaurants.

The hotel’s facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a small sunbathing area with free sunbeds, a restaurant serving buffet breakfasts and four-course evening meals and a salad buffet, and a bar and lounge area. The hotel has a lift to higher floors, a lakeside terrace serving for those who wish to dine al fresco and enjoy the stunning views of the lake, and a rooftop sun terrace and small swimming pool provide the perfect spot to soak up the Italian sun.

Guestrooms

Each guestroom has private facilities, a telephone, TV, a hairdryer, air conditioning in the summer and safes.

Leonardo da Vinci Hotel, Limone HHHH

All Inclusive from £1,238

Built into the hillside and a short walk to the centre of Limone, this perfectly-located hotel presents a private beach.

Outdoor pools and a wellness centre with indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath, two Jacuzzis and gym add to the pleasure of your stay.

The all-Inclusive package includes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, non-branded alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and entertainment dependent on the season.

Guestrooms

With tile or carpeted floors, seasonally air-conditioned guestrooms encompass TVs and minifridges, tea/coffeemaking facilities, safes and a partial lake view.

Club Hotel La Vela, Torbole HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,022

A five-minute walk from the shores of Lake Garda, this resortlike hotel, with a family-friendly feel, is centred around an expansive outdoor pool.

The on-site restaurant specialises in local dishes, and a piano bar and lounge host evening entertainment. Nearby activities include sailing, horse-riding, and windsurfing.

Guestrooms

Air-conditioned simple, comfortable guestrooms feature TVs, mini-bars, hairdryers, safes, and free Wi-Fi.

Hotel all’Azzurro, Limone

Hotel all’Azzurro, Limone

Hotel all’Azzurro, Limone

Club Hotel La Vela, Torbole

Club Hotel La Vela, Torbole

Club Hotel La Vela, Torbole

Leonardo da Vinci Hotel, Limone

Leonardo da Vinci Hotel, Limone

Leonardo da Vinci Hotel, Limone

Hotel Garda Bellevue, Limone

Hotel Garda Bellevue, Limone

Hotel Garda Bellevue, Limone

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Hotel Continental, Torbole HHHH

Half-Board from £1,334

Enjoying an elevated position, close to the village of Nago, this hotel offers spectacular countryside views.

Less than two miles from Torbole and the lake, yet with very easy access to the resort. There is an outdoor pool and garden terrace, a heated indoor pool and fitness room.

There is a reception, piano bar and lounge area, two lifts and two weekly Gala dinners.

A public bus service operates to the lake and the hotel offers a free twice-daily shuttle.

Guestrooms

All guestrooms have a satellite TV, telephone, tea/coffeemaking facilities, safe, hairdryer and mini-bar. Guestrooms with balcony are available for a supplement.

Hotel Antico Borgo, Riva del Garda HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,091

Set in the heart of Riva del Garda on a cobbled street and offering impressive views of Riva and Lake Garda.

The top floor terrace, lined with loungers, is the highlight of this stylish hotel. Views across the rooftops to the lake are extremely rewarding.

A sleek bar, airy restaurant, and fitness corner with outdoor showers are additional facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available for all guests in public areas.

Guestrooms

60 modern and minimalist air-conditioned guestrooms, with neutral interiors, each have a telephone, TV, hairdryer and safe.

Savoy Palace Hotel, Riva del Garda HHHH

Half-Board from £1,458

This popular hotel is set in a quiet area of modern Riva, some 330 yards from the lake, and close to shops, bars and restaurants.

This very popular hotel boasts two pools (one heated indoor), terrace, garden, bar, lounge, reception, three lifts and a piano bar. Breakfast is hot and cold buffet-style and evening meals are waiter-served. There is live music four times per week and two Gala evenings.

Guestrooms

All 190 air-conditioned (typically mid Jun to mid Sep) guestrooms offer satellite TV, a telephone, safe, mini-bar, hairdryer and a balcony.

Hotel Malcesine, Malcesine HHH

Half-Board from £1,148

A charming hotel with a wonderful lakeside position, right in the heart of this fine resort.

With shops, bars and a very good selection of restaurants all within the immediate area, the Malcesine is perfect for enjoying all the amenities of the resort.

The comfortably furnished lounge/bar area leads outside onto a large sun terrace where the views over the lake are simply spectacular. The hotel also offers its guests a reception area, lift, TV room and a restaurant, where a buffet breakfast and three-course evening meals are served.

Guestrooms

All guestrooms offer a telephone, hairdryer and satellite TV. Guestrooms with a side lake view are available for a supplement.

Hotel Antico Borgo, Riva del Garda

Hotel Continental, Torbole

Hotel Antico Borgo, Riva del Garda

Hotel Continental, Torbole

Hotel Antico Borgo, Riva del Garda

Hotel Continental, Torbole

Savoy Palace Hotel, Riva del Garda

Savoy Palace Hotel, Riva del Garda

Savoy Palace Hotel, Riva del Garda

Hotel Malcesine, Malcesine

Hotel Malcesine, Malcesine

Hotel Malcesine, Malcesine

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Tuscany’s bucolic scenes serve as the perfect backdrop to the beginning of your escape with cultural highlights encompassing the Romanesque façades of Arezzo and the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence. You can take in its magnificent skyline, dominated by Santa Maria del Fiore, and explore the splendour of Santa Croce and the timelessly beautiful Ponte Vecchio bridge.

Wine tasting in one of Montalcino’s medieval forts is followed by an interlude in the Imperial City of Rome and an in-depth survey of its notable spectacles. From the Spanish Steps, dating back to 1723 and the exterior of the Colosseum, the largest standing amphitheatre in the world, to Saint Peter’s Square in front of the Vatican City, you’ll definitely see it all.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Embark on a city tour of Arezzo with entrance to Basilica di San Francesco

• Delve into the historical and architectural delights of Florence

• Join an optional day trip to the charming cities of Siena and San Gimignano

• Sample local labels from an atmospheric winery housed in a medieval fort in Montalcino

• Marvel at Rome’s historic monuments by day

• Pay an enlightening visit to the Roman ruins of Pompeii

• Join an optional boat tour to the stylish shores of Capri

• Meander along the Amalfi Coast on an optional boat tour, calling at Positano

• 10 nights’ carefully chosen mixed-board accommodation

• 10 breakfasts and seven dinners

• Return flights to Italy, with coach travel and transfers throughout

Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

With the afternoon at your leisure, perhaps take a stroll to the 18th-century Trevi Fountain to toss a coin into the waters and then grab a gelato.

A pause in Pompeii provides enlightenment of the past, and a sojourn on the shores of the Sorrento Peninsula allows for ambling along the idyllic Amalfi Coast and setting sail for the Isle of Capri and its multi-coloured coves.

This optional day trip starts off with boarding a boat and cruising around Capri, set in the Bay of Naples, known for its rugged cliffs and sheltered grottos. The boat will dock amongst the sparkling yachts, and you’ll have a chance to stroll the streets, lined with polished hotels and boutique shops before snorkelling in the warm waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

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Hotel II Gentiluomo, Arezzo

HHHH

Half-Board nights 1-4

Positioned in the medieval town of Arezzo, this relaxed hotel has simple guestrooms with TVs, mini-bars, air conditioning, safes, phones, hairdryers, and Wi-Fi. A restaurant serves Tuscan dishes, a lounge bar offers local wines, and a breakfast buffet is available daily.

Nova Domus Hotel, Rome

HHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 5-7

Located a short walk from the Vatican, the hotel is an ideal base to explore Rome’s historic sites. Enjoy your breakfast on the panoramic terrace. Air-conditioned guestrooms have, safes, TVs, and free Wi-Fi.

Royal Hills Sorrento, Sorrento Peninsula

11-day escorted tour from £2,059

Tuscany, Rome & the Amalfi Coast

Revel in the historical, natural, and culinary riches of Italy’s three most celebrated regions.

HHH

Half-Board nights 8-10

With a hilltop setting and views of the Gulf of Naples, this family-run hotel promises a delightful stay. Relaxed guestrooms include bright furnishings, TVs, safes, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There’s also a bar and rooftop terrace, which both look out over the garden and are dotted with sun lounges.

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• Siena & San Gimignano Tour (full day) – from £75

• Capri Boat Tour (full day) – from £135

• Positano & Amalfi Coast Tour (full day) – from £89

• Vatican Museum & St Peters Excursion (half day) – from £95

• The Colosseum, Forum & Palatino Excursion (half day) – from £80

Room for Sole Use from £465

Please note: The transfer time from Pisa airport to your hotel in Arezzo is approximately two hours and approximately two hours 30 minutes from your hotel in Sorrento to Naples airport.

The Colosseum, Rome

Vineyards, Tuscany

Sorrento, Italy

8-day escorted tour from £1,265

Milan, Verona & Lake Garda

Take in the culture, gastronomy, and romance of Northern Italy’s finest cities, from the base of southern Lake Garda’s beautiful shores with options to customise the itinerary to your preference.

Day One – Fly to Verona You’ll land in Northern Italy’s Verona airport and be welcomed by your friendly, local tour manager. A transfer will then transport you to your chosen hotel, near Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake.

Day Two – Morning at leisure and included half-day Lake Garda boat tour Enjoy a free morning and do some more personal sightseeing at your own pace, or make use of the hotel’s amenities. In the afternoon, you’ll board a coach to Sirmione, a picturesque old town and former Roman city on the shores of Lake Garda, with a historic centre and medieval 13th-century Scaliger Castle. You’ll then board a private boat and glide along the waters of Lake Garda, observing the surrounding natural beauty, as well as the shoreside villages, castles, and villas. The boat will then continue in the direction of the town of Salò, the largest city on the west shore with its long promenade. On the way, you’ll observe Rocca di Manerba, a prominent hill and archaeological site, and the two pretty, lush islands, Isola dei Conigli and Isola di Garda. Once you’ve arrived at Salò, you’ll have some time to stroll around its promenade, well-preserved historic centre, with elegant architecture, visit the town’s cathedral, l

Duomo di Salò, and have a refreshment at one of Piazza della Magnifica Patria’s cafés under the clock tower.

Day Three – Included tour of Verona and wine tasting Set off to the city of Verona, which is just a short coach journey away. Located on the banks of the Adige River, this charming city, most famously known as the setting for William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, draws visitors from all over the world. As a group, with a local guide at the helm, you’ll embark on a walking tour around its old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arena di Verona, an ancient Roman amphitheatre will be the first stop, with its well-preserved ancient open-air structure dating back to the 1st century AD. The House of Juliet, Casa di Giulietta, will also be visited, and this medieval building is believed to have a connection to the story of Romeo and Juliet. You’ll then have some free time to find somewhere for lunch, perhaps at one of the open-air eateries on the many piazzas. Later in the afternoon, a coach will transport you to the nearby vineyards and the winery of Cantina Casetto. Looking out across a lake and positioned on a hill, this popular estate produces delicious wines with a beautiful

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• Edinburgh £1,319 • Gatwick £1,275 • Leeds/Bradford £1,319 • Manchester £1,329

• Newcastle £1,275 • Stansted £1,315 Personalise your holiday

• Visit to Parco Termale del Garda – from £96

• Visit to Venice – from £63

Room for Sole Use from £266

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Sirmione Town, Lake Garda

Adige River, Verona

La Scala Theatre, Milan

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Lake Garda

backdrop. Here, you’ll get to taste three different wines paired with cheese and salami, as well as the locally produced olive oil and bread.

Day Four – Full day at leisure or optional excursion to Venice You have a full day at leisure to unwind at your hotel or discover the shoreside delights of your area. Alternatively, you can join an optional excursion to one of the world’s most romantic cities, Venice. During this excursion, you’ll take in notable landmarks like the Basilica di San Marco (St Mark’s Basilica), a Byzantine-style architectural masterpiece. The final stop of the tour will be the ornate bridge of Ponte di Rialto, which dates back to the 11th century and is the oldest of the four bridges that cross the Grand Canal in the city. The rest of the day is then free to explore at your own pace, perhaps seeking out one of the local osterias to have a lunch of Venetian cicchetti (small plates).

Day Five – Included tour of Milan Another day of sightseeing awaits, as you’ll board the coach after breakfast for Milan, a hub of fashion and design. Your guide will escort you around the must-see sights, starting with the Gothic Milan Cathedral or Duomo di Milano, one of the largest and most spectacular in the world. You’ll then carry on walking to Castello

your hotel choices

Hotel Al Castello, Torri HH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,265

Housed in a historical building with views of Lake Garda, this hotel is located in the centre of Torri del Benaco right by the Scaliger Castle.

Hotel Palme, Limone HHH

Half-Board from £1,370

Set just steps from Lake Garda, this hotel is enclosed by pleasant gardens.

Parc Hotel, Peschiera HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,384

A family-friendly hotel close to Lake Garda and surrounded by a golf course.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover the picturesque village of Sirmione

• Board a boat and set sail across Lake Garda

• Spend time in lakeside Salò, with its long promenade and elegant architecture

• Wander around the must-see sights of enchanting Verona

• Sample local wines, paired with meats and cheeses at a popular hilltop winery estate

• Join an optional excursion to romantic Venice

• Immerse yourself in the fashion and design hub of Milan

• Join an optional activity to a thermal spa and wellness centre, Parco Termale del Garda

• Set off on a culinary tour of Parma

• Learn about the production of balsamic vinegar at a local producer followed by a tasting

• Seven nights’ bed & breakfast or half-board accommodation in your chosen Lake Garda hotel, including a welcome dinner on the first night

• Return flights to Verona, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Sforzesco, a fortress and museum that now houses a fine art collection. Teatro delle Scala, commonly referred to as La Scala, is another highlight on the itinerary and one of the most prominent opera houses in the world. A walk through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II will follow, and this historic shopping arcade boasts exquisite architectural features. Luxury and high-end boutiques fill the fourstories of this double arcade, which is named after the first king of the Kingdom of Italy.

Day Six – Full day at leisure or optional excursion to Parco Termale del Garda in Colà di Lazise Enjoy a well-deserved day of rest, perhaps at the hotel or by joining the optional excursion to the thermal spa and wellness centre, Parco Termale del Garda in Colà. Located on the shores of Lake Garda, this tranquil resort encircled by lush gardens promises a day of bathing in natural thermal springs and partaking in wellness treatments. Alternate between soaking in the assortment of thermal pools, hot tubs, and Jacuzzis, as well as lounging in the saunas, steam baths and relaxation areas.

Day Seven – Included culinary tour of Parma and balsamic vinegar tasting in Modena The final day will definitely be a memorable one,

especially for the foodies. Make sure you leave some room when you have breakfast, as you’ll be departing for a culinary tour of Parma, known for its gastronomic tradition. You’ll start with a guided walking tour in the historic city, covering sights like impressive Cattedrale di Parma, dedicated to the Virgin Mary and the pink-marble Baptistery of Parma, or Battistero, a remarkable religious edifice. A light lunch will be enjoyed at a typical osteria, a small traditional Italian eatery on Piazza Garibaldi, an ancient Roman forum. You’ll get to sample the best local Parmesan cheese, crudo (raw) Parma ham, as well as the cured meat, culatello di zibello, paired with a wine from the region. From here, the tour will travel to the balsamic wine producer Acetaia Leonardi, near Modena. Upon arrival, you’ll have a guided tour of Acetaia, observing the vinegar cellar with huge barrels and ancient casks while learning about the different stages of production. You’ll also get to taste several of the different aged balsamic vinegar varieties and purchase some of the products.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Appreciate your last breakfast on Italian soil before checking out of the hotel and transferring back to the airport in Verona for the flight home.

Park Hotel Oasi, Garda HHHH

Half-Board from £1,426

Close to Garda’s historical centre, and set in a beautiful garden of olive trees.

Parc Hotel Gritti, Bardolino HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,443

With a quiet lakeside location, this hotel is just a fiveminute walk from Bardolino on a boardwalk along Lake Garda.

Hotel Poiano Resort, Garda HHHH

Half-Board from £1,510

Situated on a hillside overlooking Lake Garda, this hotel is set amongst pretty gardens.

Active Hotel Paradiso & Golf, Peschiera HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,544

This stylish hotel is surrounded by the greenery of a golf course and set in an 18th-century country house.

Hotel Puccini, Peschiera HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,660

Located on the shores of Lake Garda, this casual hotel is also near a lakeside promenade and a harbour.

Roman Amphitheatre, Verona

Juliet’s Balcony, Verona Evening Dining, Milan

11-day escorted tour from £1,995

Highlights of Italy – Venice to Rome

From the romantic canals of Venice to Rome’s celebrated Colosseum, this is an odyssey of cultural enlightenment packed with ancient sights and artistic masterpieces.

Day One – Fly to Venice You’ll arrive in Venice and be welcomed by your friendly tour manager to the charming ‘Floating City’. A private coach will then transfer you to your hotel in Mestre.

Day Two – Included tour of Venice and afternoon at leisure Depart by train for a short journey to the railway station in central Venice. Your local guide will meet you here and you’ll set off on a three-hour walking tour around this unique city’s intricate network of streets and canals. During this excursion, you’ll take in notable landmarks like the Basilica di San Marco (St Mark’s Basilica), a Byzantine-style architectural masterpiece, with intricate mosaic, stonework arches and gilded domes. The rest of the day is then free to explore at your own pace.

Day Three – Travel to Padova (Padua), city tour and continue to Bologna Travel to the city of Padova, also known as Padua. To make the most of your visit, you’ll embark on a guided tour covering the city’s highlights. You’ll start with the famed Basilica di Sant’Antonio di Padova (Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua), home to the tomb of Saint Anthony. A stroll will then be taken through Prato della Valle, one of Europe’s largest squares. Nearby, you’ll find

Scrovegni Chapel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site adorned with extraordinary frescos.

Day Four – Included half-day city tour of Bologna and optional visit to FICO Italy Fuel up for a day of discovery as you head out on a half-day tour of the city. The starting point will be Piazza Maggiore, a 12th-century central square and cultural and political centre. From here, you’ll enter the Basilica of San Petronio, an imposing church set on the square, one of the largest basilicas in the world. Next, you’ll see the Two Towers (2 Torri), medieval turrets that lean at remarkable angles and were built during the Middle Ages. In the afternoon, you can join an optional visit to FICO Italy, an Italian food theme park. Learn how to make your own pasta and pizza, discover the secrets of gelato, or sample wines from local vineyards.

Day Five – Day at leisure or optional full-day tour of Ravenna Embrace a day of personal sightseeing, perhaps discovering some local markets or sipping an espresso at a sidewalk café. Alternatively, you can join an optional excursion to Ravenna. Renowned for its well-preserved Byzantine and early Christian mosaics, which embellish its churches and monuments, this city is a UNESCO World

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• Visit to FICO Italy – from £79

• Tour of Ravenna – from £106

• Visit to the Vatican City & Sistine Chapel – from £118

Room for Sole Use from £615

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes.

Venice, Italy

Vatican Dome of St Peter’s Basilica, Rome

Piazza Maggiore, Bologna

Mestre Venice

Bologna Ferrara Ravenna

San Marino

Perugia

Rome

Padua

Site. You’ll start with a visit to the Basilica di San Vitale and the mosaic-covered Church of San Vitale, where you can see the tomb of the greatest Italian poet, Dante Alighieri. Mausoleo di Galla Placidia, the burial place of the Roman emperor Honorius and the oldest building in the city, is next followed by a stroll across the Piazza del Popolo. The final stop is the Archiepiscopal Museum, which houses a collection of artefacts, such as early Christian and Byzantine sculptures, mosaics, paintings, and manuscripts.

Day Six – Included tour of San Marino and travel to Perugia Leave Bologna and travel to San Marino, one of the world’s smallest countries located within the Italian peninsula. With no border controls, you can easily explore its medieval capital of the same name, which is set on the rocky slopes of Monte Titano and ringed by walls. Some time spent on a guided half-day tour in its historic old town of cobblestone streets will reveal the Three Towers, a trio of castle-like citadels. Back on the coach, you’ll continue to another historical hilltop city, Perugia.

Day Seven – Included half-day tour of Perugia and visit to the chocolate factory and museum Discover Perugia, one of Italy’s oldest cities,

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Explore the ‘Floating City’ of romantic Venice

• Discover Padova (Padua), a city famed for its frescoes

• Sightsee around Bologna and join an optional visit to FICO Italy, an Italian food theme park

• Embark on an optional guided excursion to Ravenna

• Spend time in San Marino, one of the world’s smallest countries

• Wander around hilltop, walled Perugia and learn about its history of chocolate production at a factory and museum

• Survey Assisi, the birthplace of Saint Francis and home to the frescoed Basilica di San Francesco

• Marvel at Rome’s ancient landmarks, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain

• Take advantage of a free day in Rome or opt for an excursion to the famed Vatican City

• 10 night’s carefully chosen three- and four-star bed and breakfast accommodation, including two dinners

• Return flights to Venice and from Rome, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

with a rich cultural heritage, well-preserved walls, and impressive medieval and Renaissance architecture. The tour will start with Fortezza Rocca Paolina, the remains of a grand medieval fortress and continue to the central square of Piazza IV Novembre. You’ll then call at Palazzo Dei Priori, a Gothic 13th-century structure, off the main street of Corso Vannucci. The final highlight of the day, especially for chocolate enthusiasts, will be Casa del Cioccolato Perugina, a chocolate factory and museum.

Day Eight – Included half-day tour of Assisi and travel to Rome Board the coach for a short journey to Assisi, a picturesque UNESCO World Heritage Site located on a hill. A guide will show you around the birthplace of Saint Francis, one of the most beloved and influential saints in the history of Christianity. The Basilica di San Francesco, one of the most important religious sites in Italy will prove most memorable. As the day progresses, you’ll travel on to Rome, the Eternal City.

Day Nine – Included full-day tour of Rome Your exploration of Rome will unfold as you cover its ancient treasures. In the centre of the city, you’ll first view the Fori Imperiali, also known as the

Hotel Delfino, Mestre HHHH Bed & Breakfast nights 1-2

Just a five-minute walk from the Mestre city centre, this elegant hotel is located right by the train station. There’s a polished lounge bar and a restaurant serving local cuisine.

Hotel Orologio, Ferrara HHHH Bed & Breakfast nights 3-5

Situated near a canal in the UNESCO -listed city of Ferrara, this sophisticated hotel provides a free shuttle service to and from the old town. Guests also have access to an inviting bar and a breakfast room.

Imperial Forums, several monumental public squares and forums. The Colosseum, is sure to be a wish-list sight, as it’s one of the most recognisable ancient Roman monuments. Nearby, the Arch of Constantine, dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great, can be seen. In the afternoon, the tour will take a look at Baroque Rome, starting with the Pantheon, characterised by its innovative dome. A stop at the 18th-century Trevi Fountain, one of the most beloved fountains in the world, allows you to join in on the coin-throwing tradition. Lastly, you’ll meander over to the elegant Piazza di Spagna, home to the Fontana della Barcaccia and the Spanish Steps.

Day 10 – Full day at leisure or optional tour to the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel It’s your last day and you can join an optional tour to the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel. An independent city-state in Rome and the smallest in the world, the Vatican City is the residence of the Pope. Inside this city, you’ll find St. Peter’s Basilica, one of the world’s largest famous churches, a complex of museums, and the Apostolic Palace Day 11 – Return to the UK Transfer back to the airport and fly back to the UK.

Perugia Plaza Hotel, Perugia HHHH Half-Board nights 6-7

A polished hotel close to the 13th-century Palazzo dei Priori, with a restaurant serving Umbrian cuisine, a spa, a fitness centre, a seasonal bar, an outdoor swimming pool, and a garden-view terrace.

Hotel Garden Area Roma Eur, Rome HHHH Bed & Breakfast nights 8-10

This contemporary hotel sits within a pretty garden and has easy access to the highlights of Rome. A sleek bistrostyle restaurant, offering local and international dishes, can be found alongside a lobby bar, and outdoor seating.

The Pantheon, Rome

The Trevi Fountain, Rome Guaita Tower, San Marino

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Hotel Garden Area Roma Eur, Rome

Hotel Delfino, Mestre

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Classic Sardinia

A riveting dive into the past through the remnants of two island paradises in the form of archaeological sites, well-preserved architecture, and ancient traditions.

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Bristol £1,525 • Gatwick

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• Surrau Wine Cellars Excursion – from £40

• Neptune’s Caves Boat trip Excursion –from £59

Room for Sole Use from £369

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 20 minutes.

Historic Olbia, the gateway to Costa Smeralda, is the springboard for your Mediterranean escape, and it’s from here that you’ll set off to Bonifacio on Corsica’s most southern tip. A guided tour will reveal the highlights of this medieval gem, the oldest town in Corsica, ringed by soaring walls.

The tour will return to Sardinia, revealing this destination’s most mysterious and celebrated landmark, the Giants’ grave of Coddu Vecchiu. You’ll then venture to another nearby archaeological site, the Nuraghe La Prisgiona, also known as the ‘Stone Giant’. An opportunity to sample local wines and produce in a vineyard-enclosed cellar will follow.

On the way to Alghero, a medieval city, you’ll call at Calangianus to visit the Museum of Cork before stopping in fortified Castelsardo. Next on the itinerary is the Basilica della Santissima

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Travel by ferry and amble around the oldest town in Corsica, Bonifacio

• Discover one of Sardinia’s most famous archaeological sites, the Giants’ grave of Coddu Vecchiu and Nuraghe La Prisgiona

• Learn about the ancient methods of cork production at the Museum of Cork in Calangianus

• Explore Alghero and its historic centre, one of the best preserved in Sardinia

• Visit the Coral Museum of Alghero and Stintino’s Tuna Fishing Museum

• Stop off in the hilltop town of Bosa and sightsee from a local shuttle train

• Survey the artworks that adorn the walls of Orgosolo, the ‘Village of Murals’

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four and five-star bed and breakfast accommodation, including a welcome dinner on the first night

• Return flights to Sardinia, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Trinità di Saccargia, one of the most important Romanesque sites on the islands.

The Coral Museum in Alghero is another highlight as is the nearby fishing village of Stintino with its Tuna Fishing Museum. A stopover in Argentiera, a mostly abandoned mining town, is where you can still see remnants of the original silver mine. Finally, you’ll wander fortified Castelsardo, traverse the hilltop town of Bosa in a local shuttle train, and observe the works of art in Orgosolo, the fascinating ‘Village of Murals’.

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The Hotel Mercure Olbia, Olbia HHHH Bed & Breakfast with one dinner nights 1-3 & 7

With a cruise ship-inspired interior, this modern hotel is within walking distance from Olbia’s charming historic centre. Sleek guestrooms feature dark woods and bright artwork, with TVs, safes, mini-bars, hairdryers, air conditioning and Wi-Fi. A polished bistro café serves regional dishes, and there is an indoor swimming pool, a spa encompassing a hammam and hot tub, as well as a fitness centre.

The Hotel Carlos V, Alghero HHHHH Bed & Breakfast nights 4-6

An expansive outdoor swimming pool is enhanced by the impressive setting and vista of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The spa, with an indoor swimming pool and saunas, is a highlight of this refined hotel, and the restaurant that provides the perfect place to watch the sunset. Airy, spacious guestrooms, with balconies, boast either a view of the garden or the sea and offer TVs, mini-bars, hairdryers, safes, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Additional facilities include a gym and a tennis court.

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Alghero, Sardinia

Magellano Bastion, Alghero

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Whether you’ve visited this sun-drenched island before or it’s your first time, this wellpaced exploration will cover some of the country’s lesser-known areas as well as famed hotspots, including the Valley of the Temples and Monreale. From the smaller towns like Sciacca, with its famous fishing port and intricate ceramics, to Palermo, one of the most historically diverse cities in all of Europe, a local expert will guide and enlighten you throughout. Each day of the itinerary is designed so you can learn about how the invasions and wars shaped this destination, marvel at Greek, Roman and Islamic architecture, and gain insights into the traditional processes of creating local produce, like cheese, salt and wine. Personal time allows you to explore at your leisure and carefully planned excursions encourage you to connect with other classical civilisation lovers. Never miss out on a sight, or an interesting fact, and

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Explore the medieval town of Erice with panoramic views and visit Trapani’s historic centre

• Discover Palermo’s food markets and culinary scene, as well as the city’s artistic and monumental riches on the Arab-Norman route

• Visit Monreale Cathedral, Benedictine Cloister, and the Valley of Temples in Agrigento, one of the greatest treasures of the Greek heritage in Sicily

• Observe the magnificent Doric Temple of Segesta and the theatre located at the top of the mountain

• Experience a dairy built inside an old tuff quarry and indulge in traditional Sicilian cuisine with a cheese tasting and typical appetisers

• Survey the salt pans in Marsala, learn about the production of sea salt, and sample local wines at a historical winery

• Embark on an optional excursion to the mountainous, Mediterranean Egadi Islands

• Seven nights’ half-board accommodation at the four-star La Tonnara Di Bonagia Resort, Valderice

• Return flights to Palermo, with coach travel and transfers throughout

Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

relax at the end of each day knowing that the next is taken care of.

From a coastal base in Valderice, the group will wander around the historic and cultural highlights of this unique area of Western Sicily.

A guided walking tour of Palermo will showcase the city’s culinary highlights before a trip to Monreale, home to a famous cathedral, concludes another day.

Journeying to Segesta, with a visit to the Doric Temple of Segesta, a true architectural masterpiece atop a mountain, and lunching at a local dairy farm, serve as additional highlights. The final few days will see you and the other solo travellers calling at the Salt Museum and salt pans in Marsala, the fishing port of Sciacca and the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. An optional excursion to the Egadi Islands, a group of three small, rugged isles, is also on offer.

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La Tonnara Di Bonagia Resort, Valderice HHHH

Bed & Breakfast and Two Dinners

Set across from the Port of Bonagia and the Tyrrhenian Sea, this resort, with views of Mount Cofano, offers an idyllic coastal escape. Guests have direct access to the sea via a jetty or small rocky cove, and there’s an airy, sophisticated restaurant, and an expansive outdoor swimming pool, ringed by sun loungers. Charming guestrooms come with TVs, air conditioning, safes, mini-bars, and Wi-Fi.

8-day escorted tour from £1,855

A Snapshot of Western Sicily

Travel through Western Sicily with a group exclusively made up of equally curious and compatible solo travellers, surveying the historic, culinary and cultural highlights.

This tour is made up exclusively of solo travellers.

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

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• Gatwick £2,085 • Stansted £1,855

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• Egadi Islands Tour – from £67

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately one hour.

Baroque Piazza Pretoria, Palermo

Temple of Concordia, Sicily

La Tonnara Di Bonagia Resort, Valderice

La Tonnara Di Bonagia Resort, Valderice

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The Italian Dolomites

Discover one of Europe’s most special corners, as you journey through a picture-book land of vineyards, orchards and castles.

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

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Prices from

• Birmingham £1,509 • Bristol £1,415

• East Midlands £1,519 • Edinburgh £1,565

• Gatwick £1,119 • Leeds/Bradford £1,605

• Manchester £1,249 • Newcastle £1,595

• Stansted £1,489

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• Trento & Levico Excursion (full day) – from £61

• Lake Garda Excursion (full day) – from £41 Room for Sole Use from £145

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour and 45 minutes from Verona airport, three hours from Venice airport and three hours from Milan Bergamo airport.

Enjoy discovering the joys of life in the slow lane in the part-Italian, part-Germanspeaking, sun-kissed region set beneath the craggy Dolomites.

Journey from your hotel base near the shores of ‘Italy’s most beautiful lake’ on an interesting mix of small rail and cableways connecting charming towns and villages that exude alpine warmth and a sense of well-being engendered by their surroundings, and indulge in some of Italy’s most delicious food and wine along the way. Idyllically set in the shadow of the soaring Brenta Dolomites, Molveno is a haven for nature-lovers, a climbers’ Mecca, and a perfect base from which to explore this very special region.

Your first day of exploration, amid the scenic Dolomites, sees you head across the vineyard-covered Rotaliana plain to historic

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend seven nights close to Molveno – ‘Italy’s most beautiful lake’

• Discover medieval Bolzano – a wine-producing Dolomites gem

• Enjoy the views from the Soprabolzano cable car

• Ride the historic Renon narrow-gauge railway to Collalbo

• Journey by rail from Mezzolombardo to Caldes through a landscape of vineyards and castles Choose to travel to delightful Trento

• Have the option to travel around Lake Garda

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at the Hotel Ariston, Molveno (alternative hotel available for a supplement)

• Return flights to Italy, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Mezzolombardo, which sits between two beautiful valleys, overlooked by its two castles. Board a regional train here for the scenic, 45-minute journey to Caldes. After passing yet more hilltop fortresses, you’ll arrive in Caldes, where the restored 13th-century castle dominates the tiny, delightful, apple-growing village.

Another day encompasses Italy’s steepest funicular, the Mendola Funicular. Once you’ve travelled up to the mountain station, you can take in a spectacular view of the Valle dell’Adige Valley and the South Tyrolean Bassa Atesina area.

Optional excursions to the former Roman settlement of Trento, in its mountain-backed setting, and elegant Riva del Garda, on the Lake’s northern shore, further enhance your itinerary.

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Hotel Ariston, Molveno HHH

Half-Board from £1,119

Spacious guestrooms boast a balcony with lake or mountain views, a TV, telephone, hairdryer and safe, and bike rental. Lake-view guestrooms are available for a supplement.

Hotel Des Alpes, Molveno HHH

Half-Board from £1,158

Set against the backdrop of the Dolomite Mountains, and within walking distance of Lake Molveno and the village centre. The hotel has a restaurant, serving local produce, that has views towards the lake.

Molveno, Italy

Hotel Ariston, Molveno

Soprabolzano Cable Car, Molveno

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Enjoy a week on the shores of the most picturesque of the Italian lakes, Lake Como.

Take in the elegant villas and glorious gardens – a scene which has inspired artists and writers for generations. Combine rest and relaxation with captivating excursions, including a journey on the scenic Bernina Express railway to chic St Moritz, and discover stylish Milan and idyllic Lugano.

On the included tours, you’ll first discover stunning Bellagio, celebrated as the prettiest town in Italy, in its setting on the tip of the lake’s central promontory. Wander the streets of the ‘Pearl of the Lake’, and take a seat in a pavement café to watch the world go by. You’ll also venture to the lake’s tranquil waters aboard a cruiser to visit the stunning gardens of Villa Balbianello. Saving perhaps the best till last,

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• A week on the shores of Italy’s most romantic lake, the unforgettable Lake Como

• Discover idyllic Bellagio, rightfully regarded as one of Italy’s most beautiful towns

• Enjoy a cruise on Lake Como and entrance to the gardens of a lakeside villa*

• Board the iconic Bernina Express railway and journey to the fabled resort of St Moritz, on one of the most scenic train journeys in Europe

• Choose some delightful optional excursions and time spent at leisure

• Seven nights’ bed and breakfast or halfboard accommodation in your chosen Lake Como hotel

• Return flights to Milan, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

you’ll board the Bernina Express to journey through deep tunnels to St Moritz. You’ll also have the chance to join optional excursions to the great city of Milan with its soaring Gothic cathedral and La Scala opera house, Lugano, one of Switzerland’s most stylish lakeside resorts, and beautiful, walled Bergamo, lined with cobblestone streets.

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Hotel Lario, Mezzegra-Tremezzina HHH

Half-Board from £1,594

With an enchanting view of Como’s waters.

Hotel Bazzoni, Tremezzo HHH

Half-Board from £1,490

This welcoming hotel sits on the lakeside.

Hotel Griso Collection, Malgrate HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,534

Set on the edge of Lake Como and backed by the Bergamo Alps.

Hotel NH Lecco Pontevecchio, Lecco HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,583

Overlooking the Adda River, and close to the city centre and Lecco train station.

Hotel Alberi, Lecco HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,415

Positioned across the street from gardens that stretch along Lake Como.

8-day escorted tour from £1,415

Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express

Savour some beautiful lakes and mountains, and take one of the world’s great railway journeys to Switzerland’s most celebrated hideaway.

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Available Sep & Oct 2024

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• Bristol £1,475 • Edinburgh £1,475

• Gatwick £1,505 • Heathrow £1,415

• Manchester £1,475 • Stansted £1,495

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• Milan Tour (full day) – from £59

• Lake Lugano & Lugano Town Tour (full day) – from £39

• Bergamo Tour (full day) – from £45

Room for Sole Use from £175

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour and 30 minutes from Milan Malpensa and two hours from Bergamo.

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Bellagio, Lake Como

8-day escorted tour from £1,179

Puglia & the South –

Undiscovered Italy

Enjoy rest and relaxation on the Adriatic shore and take in the often-overlooked delights of Italy’s sun-kissed southern ‘high heel’.

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Day One – Fly to Italy Fly to Bari, meet your tour manager and transfer to the beach-side hotel in Torre Canne, and settle into your comfortable surroundings. Depending on your arrival time, you might have time to enjoy a refreshing drink on the terrace before dinner this evening.

Day Two – Day at leisure or optional excursion to Monopoli and Polignano a Mare Today is free to rest and relax in the hotel and explore its surroundings or join the optional excursion to visit the white-washed houses and the imposing Bell Tower of Monopoli. Then, it’s onto breathtaking Polignano a Mare. Perched on a cliff edge, this town overlooks the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic and offers some of the best beaches in Italy.

Day Three – Included Apulia tour The first of the included excursions is a perfect introduction to the unique region of Apulia, or Puglia, beginning with a visit to the stunning hill-town of Ostuni, one of southern Italy’s most sparkling jewels, with its whitewashed houses and cobbled streets set on three hills.

Perfect for wandering, the town’s maze of alleyways opens out over some spectacular

views, while the old town’s beautiful squares offer several bars and cafés, from which to watch the world go by.

Leaving Ostuni, travel back across a vine and olive-covered landscape, dotted with conical trulli houses to Alberobello. Here, hundreds of these whitewashed, tapered, grey-roofed buildings cluster together to create one of Italy’s most arresting sights.

Return to your hotel in Torre Canne for dinner at the end of a fascinating day.

Day Four – Included Lecce city tour The Baroque treasure-chest of Lecce, with its Roman remains, is one of Southern Italy’s most appealing cities. Today’s included tour will include the opportunity to soak up the atmosphere of this historic trading centre, where elegant buildings, ornate churches and marbled courtyards reflect the town’s past importance.

In the central Piazza del Duomo, the Cattedrale di Lecce boasts a stunning double facade and a bell tower, while the nearby Basilica di Santa Croce features sculptures and a rose window. You’ll also visit the Sant’Oronzo Column, a Roman column crowned with a bronze

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Fly direct from these airports. Prices from • Edinburgh £1,549 • Gatwick £1,179 • Stansted £1,219

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• Monopoli & Polignano a Mare Excursion – from £65

• Castellano Grotto & Locorotondo Excursion (full day) – from £92

Room for Sole Use from £309

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Trulli Houses, Alberobello

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Matera Ostuni Lecce

Alberobello

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Lecce, Italy

Rock Churches, Matera

statue of the city’s patron saint, and the sunken Roman amphitheatre.

You’ll return to Torre Canne in time for dinner.

Day Five – Day at leisure Today is another in which to rest and relax at the hotel, perhaps enjoying a dip in the pool or the sea, catching some sun in the hotel’s gardens, or possibly enjoying the short stroll to Torre Canne for some lunch or a spot of shopping.

Day Six – Included Matera cave tour Perhaps saving the best of the included excursions till last, today sees you head into the neighbouring province of Basilicata, to the enthralling town of Matera, a cultured oasis in the sparsely populated landscape, and famed for its extraordinary sassi. This maze of ancient troglodyte cave-dwellings was inhabited as recently as 70 years ago and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arriving in time for lunch (payable locally), you’ll have the opportunity to discover the history of this fascinating place, with its chiese rupestri – churches hewn from the rocks – and wander through Matera’s ancient streets and colourful piazze. After a fascinating day you’ll head back into Puglia and return to the shores of the blue Adriatic.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend seven nights beside the brilliant blue Adriatic Sea

• Spend seven nights beside the brilliant blue Adriatic Sea

• Enjoy a mix of some relaxed days at leisure at the comfortable hotel and several fascinating, included excursions

• Enjoy a mix of some relaxed days at leisure at the comfortable hotel and several fascinating, included excursions

• Join an optional excursion to Monopoli and Polignano a Mare

• Witness hilltop Ostuni’s white walls gleaming in the Italian sun

• Witness hilltop Ostuni’s white walls gleaming in the Italian sun

• Take in Alberobello’s traditional, conical trulli houses

• Explore Baroque treasure-chest Lecce

• Take in Alberobello’s traditional, conical trulli houses

• Explore Baroque treasure-chest Lecce

• Discover the UNESCO -listed wonders of Matera’s sassi cave dwellings, inhabited from the Paleolithic Period right the way up to the 1950s

• Discover the UNESCO -listed wonders of Matera’s sassi cave dwellings, inhabited from the Paleolithic Period right the way up to the 1950s

• The chance to visit the fascinating Castellana Caves and historic Locorontodo, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, on an optional excursion

• The chance to visit the fascinating Castellana Caves and historic Locorontodo, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, on an optional excursion

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Bari, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Bari, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

Day Seven – Day at leisure or optional tour of Castellana, Locorotondo and Martina Franca A final day brings the opportunity to rest and relax at the hotel or in Torre Canne, or to join an optional excursion, which will head back into the Apulian countryside, to first pay a visit to the extraordinary caves at Castellana, an underground network of towering stalagmites and stalactites and vast, cool caverns formed over the centuries.

Wrap up warm in the cool temperatures before emerging to enjoy a visit to the majestic, whitewashed, circular hill-town of Locorotondo, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, with its surrounding vineyards famed for their crisp white wines.

A visit is made to a local cellar for the opportunity to taste the local production, as well as some regional specialities, before an enjoyable day is completed with a short call in the historic town of Martina Franca, where an enthralling Baroque heart is hidden behind the modern buildings of the new town. Return to Torre Canne for a last evening at the hotel, no doubt reflecting on a relaxing and fascinating holiday in the south of Italy.

Hotel del Levante, Torre Canne HHHH Half-Board

Just steps from the blue Adriatic, and with its own beach in addition to pools and ample sun terraces, this hotel is a perfect base to which to return at the end of a day’s touring, with a full range of comforts and amenities.

Hotel Canne Bianche, Torre Canne HHHHH Bed & Breakfast

A sophisticated boutique hotel in a whitewashed building with a beach-front setting. Two beautifully decorated restaurants, with sea views and terraces, serve Apulian cuisine, a bar looks out over the outdoor swimming pool, and there’s a spa with an indoor pool and a private beach.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Say goodbye to your Apulian hosts this morning, as you re-board the coach for the transfer back to Bari airport and the return flight to the UK, at the end of a holiday in a truly magical and wonderful corner of Italy.

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Hotel del Levante, Torre Canne

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Hotel del Levante, Torre Canne

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Classic Sicily, Etna & Taormina

Lift the veil on Italy’s fascinating southern island outpost, its ancient treasures, natural wonders, sun-kissed beaches and elegant resorts.

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Day One – Fly from the UK to Italy Fly to Catania on Sicily’s east coast, meet your tour manager and transfer to your first hotel in the quiet seaside resort of Mazzaforno.

Rest and relax after the journey and have dinner in the hotel.

Day Two – Included Palermo guided tour Embark on this morning’s included tour, first calling at the Benedictine monastery at Monreale. Acknowledged as one of Sicily’s greatest architectural glories, this abbey cathedral is a mix of Romanesque, Byzantine and Arab design.

Enjoy a guided walking tour of Palermo, the island capital that has been inhabited since prehistoric times. Founded by the Phoenicians, and later home to Carthaginian, Greek and Norman conquerors, Palermo, once Europe’s richest city, offers a glimpse of the entire history of Southern Italy in one place.

Wander the streets of its four quarters, the Quattro Canti, watching the world go by from a seat in one of the city’s countless bars and cafés. Return to the hotel later this afternoon, where you can spend some time before dinner by the pool or on the hotel’s private beach.

Day Three – Visit to Cefalù The morning sees you in the nearby coastal city of Cefalù. Dominated by a mighty cathedral, which we visit, and the craggy outcrop of ‘La Rocca’, Cefalù is part fishing port, part holiday resort. The 12th-century cathedral is home to one of the world’s finest Byzantine mosaics, and the surrounding maze of medieval cobbled streets is a delight to wander through.

The more energetic might even consider a climb to the Temple of Diana on the slopes of La Rocca.

The town boasts a superb beach of fine sand, and there’s a good selection of shops, restaurants and pavement cafés for you to explore and soak up the local atmosphere before you return to the hotel this afternoon.

Day Four – Explore Piazza Armerina Bidding farewell to Mazzaforno, travel deep into the Sicilian interior, to the medieval town of Piazza Armerina, set high in wooded hills, and close to the Roman villa at Casale, with its wellpreserved mosaics, giving an insight into Imperial life.

Continue to your second hotel, set above the resort of Giardini-Naxos, beneath fabled hill-

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Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Birmingham £1,485 • Gatwick £1,445 • Leeds/Bradford £1,499 • Luton £1,445

• Manchester £1,579 • Stansted £1,619

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• Aeolian Island Cruise – from £59

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £275

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately two hours and 45 minutes. On departure the transfer time from your hotel is one hour.

Cefalù, Italy

The Fountain of Arethusa and Siracusa, Italy

Palermo, Italy

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Three nights close to historic Cefalù

• Spend seven nights beside the brilliant blue Adriatic Sea

• Visit Monreale’s Benedictine monastery

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Day Five – Included Etna and Taormina tour

Today’s included tour first heads to the southern slopes of towering Mount Etna. Ascend by cable car to a height of 2,300 metres, to take in impressive views on clear days, and you can walk to the base of the volcano’s crater.

Taormina is no less stunning, with its marbled squares and flower-decked streets lined with restaurants – perfect spots for lunch. The famous Greco-Roman theatre is cut into the mountainside.

Once used for gladiatorial contests, it is now a setting for modern performances that compete for

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• Enjoy a mix of some relaxed days at leisure at the comfortable hotel and several fascinating, included excursions

• Enjoy a walking tour of Sicily’s capital Palermo

• Explore the Roman mosaics at Piazza Armerina

• Spend four nights in a charming hotel beneath fabled Taormina

• Witness hilltop Ostuni’s white walls gleaming in the Italian sun

• Take in Alberobello’s traditional, conical trulli houses

• Experience an Etna cable-car ascent – one of the highest volcanoes in Europe

• Explore Baroque treasure-chest Lecce

• Discover Taormina, a beautiful hilltop town

• Spend a day exploring the Aeolian Islands

• Discover the UNESCO -listed wonders of Matera’s sassi cave dwellings, inhabited from the Paleolithic Period right the way up to the 1950s

• Wander around Syracuse, rich in Greek and Roman history

• The chance to visit the fascinating Castellana Caves and historic Locorontodo, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, on an optional excursion

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Sicily, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Return flights to Bari, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

audiences’ attention with the vistas of Etna and the sea.

After a special day, return to the hotel for dinner.

Day Six – *Included Aeolian Island cruise On yet another memorable day, go to the north coast port of Milazzo, where you’ll step aboard a ferry for the one-hour crossing to the glorious, volcanic Aeolian Isles, which rise out of the blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Arrive on the largest island Lípari, passing Vulcano with its brooding crater, and after docking in Marina Lunga, it is a short transfer to Lípari town to spend a couple of hours, before returning to the mainland and back to the hotel for dinner.

(*For 2025 departures, the Aeolian Island cruise is optional).

Day Seven – Included Syracuse city tour

Unearth the treasures of one of Sicily’s most important cities today, as you make the short journey to discover Syracuse. The former centre of the Greek empire, the ancient heart of the city is on Ortigia island, upon which great temples of Apollo and Athena were built.

Visit the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, which contains one of the finest Greek theatres on

Hotel Baia del Capitano, Mazzaforno HHHH

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Overlooking a sandy beach and enclosed by palm trees and olive groves, and located within the Bay of Mazzaforno, just a short drive from Cefalù. An elevated position allows for beautiful views over the sea, and facilities include two restaurants, three bars, an expansive sun terrace, an outdoor pool and a tennis court. Light, air-conditioned guestrooms, with a Sicilian style, feature Wi-Fi, TVs and mini-bars.

the island, the Ear of Dionysus and the Cave of Cordari. Return to the hotel for a farewell dinner.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK It’s “Arrivederci, Sicilia”, as you leave the hotel and transfer back to the airport for your return flight to the UK, at the end of an incredible exploration of a truly intriguing island.

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Centred around an expansive outdoor swimming pool, this casual hotel also has private access to a nearby beach. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature tea/coffee-making facilities, TVs, mini-bars, and free Wi-Fi. Two on-site restaurants serve Italian, Sicilian, and international food in a buffet style, refreshments throughout the day, and a bar lounge hosts live entertainment every evening.

town of Taormina. Rest and relax, perhaps in the pool or spa, and enjoy dinner in the hotel.

Hotel Baia del Capitano, Mazzaforno

Belvedere of Taormina and San Giuseppe Church, Taormina

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64 Baltic Capitals – Tallinn, Riga & Vilnius

Seek out cultural, historical, and natural splendours, from coastal highlights to alpine wonders and enrapturing cities in between.

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Baltic Capitals

– Tallinn, Riga & Vilnius

Long-held traditions and breath-taking sights await in Eastern Europe’s most intriguing areas, from forested coastlines and river valleys to the historic cities of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.

Day One – Fly to Tallinn and evening at leisure

Arrive in the Estonian capital, Tallinn, and meet your tour manager. Check into your centrally located hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Day Two – Included morning tour of Tallinn and evening at leisure Following breakfast, venture on a guided walking tour of Tallin, starting with the old town. Wander past historic guild houses and warehouses to Raekoja Plats, the town’s main square where you’ll find Tallinn’s impressive Gothic town hall, the oldest of its kind in Europe. Continue to Tallinn’s upper town, which sits atop Toompea, a limestone hill. You’ll call at Toompea Castle and the Pikk Hermann Tower before a visit to the Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Tallinn’s largest Eastern Orthodox church. Still actively used today, the cathedral boasts impressive architecture and ornate family crests belonging to German nobility that once resided here. Before making your way back down Toompea, take in the spectacular views of the city skyline from any of the area’s three viewing platforms. Next, you’ll head to the seafront area with a visit to Kadriorg Palace, an 18th-century landmark founded by Tsar Peter the Great. This majestic baroque palace now houses a vast collection of foreign artworks and the neighbouring Kadriorg Park often hosts

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festivals in its huge outdoor arena dating back to the 19th century. The afternoon will then be free for exploration before returning to the hotel this evening.

Day Three – Travel to Tartu and included city tour Take an early breakfast and travel to Tartu, home to the Estonia’s most renowned university and recently voted one of 2024’s European Capital of Culture. One of the country’s oldest cities, this academic hub has drawn tourists and students alike since the 17th century with its university ranking amongst the most revered on the continent. You’ll be led to the old town, which is constructed around the university’s neoclassical main building, and the Town Hall Square. Here, you’ll see a grand 18th-century town hall and the well-known Kissing Students statue. Also of interest is Estonia’s National Museum, which highlights Estonian culture and folk art. You’ll then take a short walk up to Toomemäe Hill Park for unrivalled views of the city before returning to the hotel this evening.

Day Four – Travel to Riga via Gauja National Park and included lunch in Sigulda Journey south through Latvia’s dramatic alpine landscapes after breakfast. You’ll call at the expansive Gauja

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Baltic Sea Gauja National Park

Francis of Assisi Church, Vilnius

Main Square, Riga

Tallinn, Estonia

National Park, with its striking rock formations and biodiverse ecosystems. Next, you’ll then continue through Gauja River Valley and stop at Sigulda for lunch at a local restaurant. On the town’s outskirts, you can also see a 13th-century castle and Gutmanala, the largest sandstone grotto in the Baltic region. The day will conclude in Riga, Latvia’s metropolitan capital, where you’ll check into the next hotel.

Day Five – Included tour of Riga After breakfast, you’ll head off on a guided tour of the Riga’s cobblestone streets. Start by walking to city’s Romanesque-style cathedral, the biggest medieval church and one of the oldest religious buildings in Latvia. Marvel at its gilded red-brick design and enjoy the views from the tower’s galleries before continuing to the Church of St. Peter. Riga Castle, which now houses the Latvian government, will be your penultimate stop today before you draw the morning’s walking tour to a close at the city’s Swedish Gate, which remains the only original building in the city’s old quarter still intact after numerous restoration projects. Having explored Riga’s old town, you’ll now explore its modern attractions by coach with a drive around its central boulevards. Enjoy the incredible Art Nouveau architecture that characterises the Latvian

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Radisson Blu Olumpia, Tallinn

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover the rich cultural heritage of Estonia’s capital, Tallinn, with visits to its Hanseatic old town, Alexander Nevski Cathedral, and the grand Kadriorg Palace

• Experience authentic Estonian culture during a tour of the country’s oldest city, Tartu, and its renowned university

• Immerse yourself in Latvia’s scenic beauty with stops in Sigulda and the Gauja National Park

• Witness Latvia’s most famed sights with a guided excursion around lively Riga

• Call at the exquisite Rundale Palace, an 18th-century baroque treasure, and the Hill of Crosses, a sacred Lithuanian pilgrimage site

• Visit Vilnius, a city of contrasts, and learn about the diverse cultural heritage of the Lithuanian capital alongside a specialist local guide

• Seven breakfasts and two lunches

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Tallinn and from Vilnius, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

capital as you cruise along Alberta Street and witness the widespread restoration of the city’s most famous avenues. After a busy morning’s exploration of Riga, spend time under your own steam before enjoying dinner in the city this evening at your leisure.

Day Six – Travel to Vilnius and included visits to Rundāle Palace and included lunch near the Hill of Crosses Have breakfast and depart for the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius. On the way, you’ll call at the exquisite 18th-century Rundāle Palace, an extravagant stately home that is now a public museum. From here, you’ll join a tour of the palace complex with an expert local guide. With its regal main building, inner courtyards and a canal-side formal park, Rundāle Palace offers truly rewarding exploration. After this, enjoy an included lunch. You’ll then stop at Siauliai’s Hill of Crosses, a sacred landmark which sees millions of crosses and rosaries placed on two hills by native Lithuanians and visiting pilgrims. This sobering monument has remained one of the most widely recognised sites in the country. Later in the day, you’ll arrive in Vilnius before checking into your hotel.

Day Seven – Included tour of Vilnius and visit to Trakai Castle Spend your final day in elegant

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A modern hotel only a short walk from the medieval old town. Sleek guestrooms feature safes, tea/coffeemaking facilities, a TV, and free Wi-Fi. A wellness centre has a gym, a spa, a sauna, and an indoor swimming pool with views of the city. The hotel restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes, and there’s a café and bar.

Dorpat Hotel, Tartu HHH

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Looking out over the Emajõgi River, this contemporary hotel features a polished restaurant offering local and international dishes, and a spa. Simple guestrooms have free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, a TV and blackout curtains.

Hestia Hotel Jugend, Riga

Vilnius with visits to the intricately designed Vilnius Cathedral and Pilies Street, the oldest of its kind in the city. The next stops on your tour today will be a collection of historic churches, St. Anne’s, St. Bernadine’s, and St. Michael, which provide stunning views of the city, ahead of a brief stop at the 16th-century Gates of Dawn, part of the city’s original fortifications. You’ll then visit the Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit, a symbol of historic Russian influence in Lithuania, which houses the bodies of three martyred saints, Anthony, Ivan and Eustacius. Lastly, you’ll call at Vilnius’ town centre, which remains a lively hub for locals, and the city’s university. Round out today’s excursion with a stop at Trakai Castle, an island fortress on Lake Galvé, which held immense strategic importance throughout its history as both a military fortress and later a diplomatic residence for Lithuania’s reigning dukes. You’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in Lithuania’s archaeological treasures and the region’s history with a tour of the castle’s museum and expansive grounds. Bring your final day in the Baltics to an end with time at leisure.

Day Eight – Return flight to the UK Bring your Baltic adventure to a close after breakfast with a return flight to the UK.

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With an Art Nouveau design, this hotel is located on one of Riga’s quieter streets, close to the old town. The restaurant offers an international menu, and classically decorated rooms encompass tea/coffee-making facilities and free Wi-Fi.

Holiday Inn, Vilnius HHHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 6-7

An inner-city hotel located just a short walk from the old town. There is also a fitness centre, a lobby bar, and a refined restaurant. Modern guestrooms have air conditioning, mini-bars, TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.

Trakai Castle, Lithuania

Hill of Crosses, Siauliai

St Anne Church, Vilnius

Hestia Hotel Jugend, Riga

Dorpat Hotel, Tartu

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The Beautiful Fjords of Western Norway

This journey to one of the world’s most delightful destinations promises a getaway of endless natural splendours.

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Day One – Fly to Norway Upon arrival in Bergen, meet your tour manager and make the memorably scenic transfer by coach to the idyllic village of Balestrand, on the shores of mighty Sognefjord, and to the warm and welcoming Kviknes Hotel.

Relax, unwind and settle into your room as you acquaint yourself with your beautiful surroundings, before enjoying your first evening in the hotel.

Day Two – Day at leisure in Balestrand Today is free to get to know Balestrand and its welcoming inhabitants, all of whom are keen to act as hosts for your visit, sharing their love of their beautiful location with you. Sognefjord – one of the largest of its kind at a staggering 110 miles long and 4265 feet deep – has been welcoming guests since the late 19th century, since the first British travellers came in search of clear mountain air and stunning scenery.

The village, with its few shops, café, bank, historic wooden English church and neat, white-painted cottages and stylish artists’ villas, is surrounded by orchards. In springtime, the valleys are lined with blossoms, while winter still reigns in the mountains. In the autumn, new

snow adorns the peaks, while summer lingers by the fjord, and the forests beyond the fjordside are ablaze with vibrant colour.

Whichever season you visit Balestrand, the beauty of the natural setting will live long in the memory, as will the warmth of the welcome you receive virtually everywhere you go.

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Day Three – Included Bergen cruise excursion

The first of the included excursions is an unforgettable day trip by express boat through the stunning scenery of Western Norway to historic Bergen, the former Hanseatic trading port that is known as the ‘Gateway to the Fjords’.

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• Aberdeen £1,525 • Birmingham £1,609 • Bristol £1,569 • Cardiff £1,619 • Edinburgh £1,479

• Gatwick* £1,359 • Glasgow £1,475 • Heathrow £1,479 • Humberside £1,605

• Inverness £1,669 • Leeds/Bradford £1,519 • Manchester £1,469 • Newcastle £1,475

• Norwich £1,609 • Teesside £1,605

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• Jostedal Glacier Tour (full day) – from £85

• ‘Norway in a Nutshell’ Excursion (full day) – from £249

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £505

Please note: Flights from Gatwick are direct. All other flights are via Amsterdam. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately four hours.

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Kviknes Hotel, Balestrand

You’ll get to explore this city of narrow cobbled streets and medieval houses, with its vibrant harbour area and open-air fish market. Former residence of medieval kings and queens and seat of a university, Bergen was also the birthplace of composer Edvard Grieg, one of Norway’s most famous sons. Don’t miss the chance to stroll through the ancient Bryggen area with its beautifully preserved wooden warehouses, nor the opportunity to view the city from above, by taking the quaint Fløibanen funicular railway to the summit of ‘Mount’ Fløyen.

You’ll return to Balestrand in time for dinner.

Day Four – Day at leisure or optional Jostedal Glacier excursion Today, you’re free to rest and relax in your idyllic surroundings, perhaps making use of the hotel facilities or exploring the village once again.

Alternatively, you might choose to join the optional tour to the breath-taking Jostedal Glacier. This formerly impenetrable east-west barrier – mainland Europe’s largest ice-flow –is a mesmerising natural wonder dominating the northern hinterland of the fjords. A visit to Jostedal Glacier is highly recommended, as much for the awe-inspiring sight of the glacier

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Kviknes Hotel, Balestrand

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Three nights close to historic Cefalù

• Enjoy a stunning stay in a wonderful fjord-side Swissstyle hotel, where you’ll be treated as honoured guests by the welcoming villagers

• Visit Monreale’s Benedictine monastery

• Walking tour of Sicily’s capital Palermo

• Explore the Roman mosaics at Piazza Armerina

• Enjoy buffet-style meals served in the hotel’s fine restaurant, overlooking the majestic fjord

• Spend four nights in a charming hotel beneath fabled Taormina

• Journey by express boat from your hotel through breathtaking scenery to ‘fjordland capital’ Bergen, home to a colourful old town

• Etna cable-car ascent – one of the highest volcanoes in Europe

• Discover the region on a fascinating Fjord Life tour

• Enjoy Taormina, a beautiful hilltop town

• Tour Norway’s pristine interior on the unforgettable ‘Norway in a Nutshell’ optional excursion, which will take you to breath-taking locations, the Jostedal Glacier, and then to Myrdal, Flåm and Gudvangen

• A day exploring the Aeolian Islands

• Visit Syracuse, rich in Greek and Roman history

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Sicily, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Return flights to Bergen, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

itself as for spending some time looking around the informative Norwegian Glacier Museum with its fascinating exhibits and displays, housed in a contemporary building with a picturesque mountain backdrop.

Day Five – Day at leisure or optional ‘Norway in a Nutshell’ excursion Enjoy another day in your beautiful surroundings, or embark on one of the world’s most scenic journeys by coach, boat and train, across the most stunning parts of the region. The day includes the unforgettable experience of the world-famous Flåmsbana branch line train ride from Myrdal to Flåm – a truly remarkable 50-minute, 12-mile descent of 2,952 feet down the steep-sided valley – and a two-hour cruise through the pristine waters of spectacular Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord to the tiny port of Gudvangen.

Day Six – Included Fjord Life excursion Join your guide for a day spent exploring beautiful Sognefjord, including the fascinating Heiburgske Samlinger Sogn Folk Museum and the 12thcentury Kaupanger Stave Church.

Day Seven – Day at leisure in Balestrand A final day spent in Balestrand is free to savour and make the very most of this special village and its

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The Kviknes Hotel is a magnificent, fjord-side, Swissstyle, wooden building, with a modern addition, set against a breath-taking backdrop of snow-capped peaks. The hotel has a spacious restaurant overlooking the fjord, large, comfortable lounges and a stylish bar. We offer a choice of three guestroom types at Kviknes. The ‘Standard’ guestroom is allocated on the ground floor in the modern building. For a supplement, stay in a guestroom with a balcony, or in a guestroom with a balcony offering a spectacular ‘fjord view’, which is connected to the reception area of the main building via a lift. All guestrooms have a TV and a telephone.

surroundings, and no doubt to bid farewell to your friendly hosts.

This evening, enjoy a final dinner in the hotel, reflecting on a truly unforgettable week in one of the world’s most beautiful, unspoilt corners. Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Bid goodbye to Balestrand, as you make the scenic way back to Bergen for your return flight to the UK, no doubt armed with a treasure trove of wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.

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Bergen, Norway

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Kviknes Hotel, Balestrand

Kviknes Hotel, Balestrand

Kviknes Hotel, Balestrand

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Iceland –Reykjavík & the Northern Lights

Discover Europe’s most surprising capital, explore the ‘Land of Fire and Ice’ and search for a celestial phenomenon.

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• Birmingham £1,145 • Gatwick £989

• Heathrow £855 • Luton £955

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• Blue Lagoon Excursion (half day) – from £179

• Golden Circle Tour (full day) – from £169

• Southern Shore Adventure (full day) – £179

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Please note: Due to extremely high demand, and in order to avoid disappointment, we strongly recommended that you pre-book your optional excursions in advance.

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and therefore we can’t guarantee that you’ll be able to view them during your visit. The order of the itinerary may change in order to give you the best chance of experiencing them.

Enjoy a break with a difference, as you fly to the ‘Land of Fire and Ice’ to explore one of Europe’s most surprising and welcoming cities, together with its surrounding glaciated landscape of smouldering volcanoes, plunging waterfalls, bubbling thermal pools and spouting geysers. With the chance perhaps to witness the extraordinary Aurora Borealis, a sight that has captivated and bewildered generations, this is a simply irresistible few days away.

An included guided city tour introduces fascinating Reykjavík and its surroundings on your first morning. See landmarks such as the Presidential Residence and the towering Hallgrim’s Church.

An optional excursion then offers the chance to take a dip in the mineral-laden waters of the Blue Lagoon. You can also join the optional Golden Circle tour to see Þingvellir - the green expanse

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Enjoy a guided tour of the fascinating city of Reykjavík, Europe’s most northerly capital and one of its most welcoming

• Experience the lunar-like landscapes of Iceland, strewn with geysers, thermal pools, waterfalls and volcanoes

• Go in search of the celestial occurrence of Aurora Borealis – the fabled Northern Lights

• Join an optional excursion, taking in volcanoes and puffins

• Four nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation at the Hotel Cabin, Reykjavik (Hotel Klettur available for a supplement)

• Return flights to Reykjavík (Keflavik), with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

where Iceland’s ancient parliament (the Alþingi) used to meet. Here, you can stop beside the (near-extinct) original geyser and time the gap between the eruptions from the nearby and far more frequent, Strokkur waterspout. The highlight of the tour comes this evening, when you’ll head out of the city to search for the Aurora Borealisthe enchanting Northern Lights - flickering in the Icelandic night sky. Should you be lucky enough to see it, the phenomenon is a sight to behold.

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Hotel Cabin, Reykjavík

HH Bed & Breakfast from £855

The Cabin is a modern, well-equipped hotel offering small, basic guestrooms with TVs and public amenities, which include a restaurant serving a buffet breakfast and a lobby bar.

Hotel Klettur, Reykjavík HHH Bed & Breakfast from £976

The hotel offers a bar and lounge area, breakfast room and reception. The guestrooms have a TV, a telephone, mini-fridge and tea/ coffee-making facilities.

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Visit one of the world’s most famous flower gardens – the magnificent Keukenhof. This wonderful springtime break also includes the chance to spend time in the delightful Dutch capital Amsterdam, with its canals and cobblestones, its museums, bars and cafés, and visits to the picturesque villages of the reclaimed Zuiderzee and The Hague.

From your welcoming hotel base in Rotterdam, you’ll enjoy a visit to flower-decked Amsterdam, with time to discover and explore the exciting city. An included canal cruise – one of the best ways to see the sights – will be a highlight of the afternoon’s visit.

An undoubted highlight of the break is the day spent at world-renowned Keukenhof, where millions of flowers carpet the ground in a breathtaking horticultural display that attracts visitors from around the world.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Discover colourful Amsterdam on a canal cruise

• Spend a day at Keukenhof, perhaps the world’s most famous flower garden

• Explore the picturesque Zuiderzee fishing villages of Volendam and Zaanse Schans

• Taste original Edam cheese

• Enjoy free time to explore Amsterdam under your own steam

• Visit The Hague, a city known for its historical significance and cultural attractions

Three nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation at the four-star DoubleTree by Hilton, Rotterdam Centre

• A three-course dinner on the evening of day two

• Return flights to Amsterdam, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Crown your fascinating Dutch tour with visits to the delightful villages of the windmilldotted landscape surrounding the reclaimed Zuiderzee, including the fishing port Volendam and Zaanse Schans, with its traditional clog makers, and finally take in The Hague, an international hub renowned for its historic significance and cultural highlights, and as a centre for diplomacy and international law.

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A stylish hotel in the heart of the city with five dining options, a cocktail bar, and a fitness centre. Sleek guestrooms have TVs, mini-bars, tea/ coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.

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Amsterdam & the Dutch Bulbfields

Enjoy the best of Holland’s springtime colours and scents on this tremendous value break, taking in vibrant Dutch capital Amsterdam and The Hague.

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• Aberdeen £1,195 • Birmingham £1,075

• Bristol £1,055 • Cardiff £1,129

• Edinburgh £1,149 • Gatwick £989

• Glasgow £1,195 • Heathrow £1,009

• Humberside £1,119 • Inverness £1,219

• Leeds/Bradford £1,045 • Luton £989

• Manchester £1,045 • Newcastle £1,149

• Norwich £1,179 • Teesside £1,179

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Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Amsterdam & the Dutch Bulbfields by Eurostar from £979

This tour is also available by Eurostar from London St. Pancras International. See our website for more details.

Keukenhof, Amsterdam

Keukenhof, Amsterdam

DoubleTree by Hilton, Rotterdam Centre

DoubleTree by Hilton, Rotterdam Centre

8-day escorted tour from £1,125

Hidden Portugal

Discover a delightful corner of Portugal brimming with fascination, exuding the warmest of welcomes and home to famous port wines.

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Day One – Fly to Portugal and transfer to the hotel in Povoa or Ofir Arrive in Porto, meet your tour manager and board the coach for the short transfer to your chosen hotel, based on the shores of the Atlantic Coast.

Settle in, and perhaps make use of the hotel’s amenities before joining your fellow guests for a first dinner.

Day Two – Morning walking tour of Povoa or Ofir (depending on hotel booked) and afternoon at leisure Spend a relaxed day in the hotel and its surroundings, with the chance to join your tour manager for a leisurely guided stroll of the area in which your hotel is based.

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Dinner will be enjoyed back at the hotel this evening.

Day Three – Included Porto tour and optional boat trip on the Douro River This week’s first included excursion, taken in the company of your tour manager, is a full-day visit to Portugal’s second city, Porto.

The city that gave its name to the country is ancient, time-weathered, and clings to the hillside above the beautiful Douro River.

During the day, you’ll also visit one of the city’s many famous port wine lodges, and have the chance to enjoy lunch in a riverside restaurant. An optional boat trip on the Douro will also be available (payable locally).

You’ll return to your hotel for dinner.

Day Four – Day at leisure or optional Douro Valley excursion Today, you’ll travel into the heart of the Douro Valley. The tour will first make its way to Favious, an authentic wine village, backed by rugged mountains and one of two places in the country where the sweet dessert wine, muscatel is produced.

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• Barcelos & Braga Tour (full day) – from £35

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Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £154

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 30 minutes.

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Porto, Portugal

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Póvoa de Varzim Régua

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You’ll be able to taste a few glasses and experience a tour of a local adega while taking in the surrounding vista.

The group will then enter a local bakery that creates a distinctive four-cornered loaf from locally grown wheat, which is baked in a woodfired oven.

While sampling this bread, a baker will tell you about how the recipe was passed down through generations and you’ll get to see the original wooden ovens. The Bread and Wine Museum will follow, and it’s housed in an 18th-century building lined with exhibits detailing the area’s culinary history.

A delicious lunch, made with fresh ingredients, will then be served at the winery, Quinta Avessada, as you listen to the owner talk about the production process before tasting a few labels. Afterwards, the tour will travel along the Douro on the EN222 – considered one of the most beautiful roads in the world.

Following this drive, you’ll return to the hotel for dinner.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Explore the city’s splendid setting with its narrow streets clustered above the Douro River

• Pay a visit to a port wine lodge

• Enjoy a wonderful journey along the scenic Costa Verde

• Set off on a leisurely walking tour of Póvoa

• Explore the Vinho Verde vineyards

• Discover historic Ponte de Lima’s ancient Roman bridge

• Wander around the historic fishing towns of Póvoa de Varzim and Vila do Conde

• Travel to Viana do Castelo and Ponte de Lima in the northern Minho region

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at the Axis Ofir Beach Hotel, Esposende or Axis Vermar Hotel, Póvoa de Varzim (depending on the departure date)

• Return flights to Porto, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Five – Day at leisure or optional Barcelos and Braga excursion Today’s full-day optional tour takes in Barcelos, home to Europe’s largest open-air market – a colourful, bustling hive of activity offering a huge range of locally produced goods.

From here, you’ll continue to Braga, the former Catholic capital of Portugal. Set in the heart of the verdant Minho region, this ancient university seat is one of the country’s oldest settlements. See its great cathedral, and explore the verdant acres of Bom Jesus park and the Escadaria (Baroque staircases) which climbs through it, past chapels, fountains and statues, to the hill-top church.

Dinner will be served back at the hotel.

Day Six – Day at leisure You can embrace a free day, taking advantage of your hotel’s facilities or exploring the surrounding area.

Day Seven – Included Minho Region excursion Your final included tour takes in the beautiful coastal region of the Minho.

Your first stop will be the typical seaside town of Viana do Castelo, on the northern bank of the estuary of the River Lima. One of the town’s

Axis Ofir Beach Hotel, Esposende HHHH

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Set on a beach facing the Atlantic Ocean, this sleek resort is enclosed by pine groves and offers a range of facilities. A restaurant, which looks out over the sand dunes, serves Portuguese cuisine, and a bar is set in the garden. There is a gym, an outdoor swimming pool with a poolside bar, a games room, tennis courts and a children’s play area. With contemporary designs, guestrooms feature private balconies, TVs, mini-bars, hairdryers, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.

highlights is the Basilica de Santa Lucia, which has wonderful views over the surrounding area. You’ll also head further inland through the Vinho Verde vineyards to the historic market town of Ponte de Lima, famous for its 18th-century fountain and Roman bridge.

Enjoy a final dinner with the other guests. Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Bid “adeus” to this delightful region of Portugal and head back to the airport to check in for your flight home, at the end of a hugely enjoyable holiday.

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Axis Vermar Beach Hotel, Póvoa de Varzim HHHH

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Boasting a fantastic location next to the beach and close to the centre of Povoa de Varzim, the four-star Axis Vermar Beach Hotel provides a relaxing homefrom-home for guests wishing to soak up the sun. The hotel offers a wonderful range of amenities, including two tennis courts. This hotel has outdoor and indoor swimming pools, an indoor spa (payable locally), two tennis courts, a table-tennis room, a restaurant, and a bar and lounge area. Each guestroom has private facilities, a hairdryer, a mini-bar, a TV and air conditioning.

Ponte de Lima, Portugal

Bom Jesus do Monte, Braga Sardines, Lisbon

Axis Vermar Beach Hotel, Póvoa de Varzim

Axis Ofir Beach Hotel, Esposende

8-day escorted tour from £1,515

Flavours of the Douro

Foodies and wine enthusiasts are front of mind on this journey infused with flavours at every turn that captures the culinary expertise and viniculture heritage of this European hotspot.

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• Glasgow £1,545 • Heathrow £1,669

• Luton £1,639 • Manchester £1,549

• Stansted £1,555

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Please note: The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately 15 minutes upon arrival, and 30 minutes on departure.

The meandering Douro River is at the heart of this celebration of all things culture and cuisine. A tour of this region, ripe with farms and vineyards, brings Portuguese produce front and centre, showcasing the expert craftsmanship that transforms such humble ingredients into luxury products adored worldwide. Also on this itinerary, are the thriving cities and charming towns lining the banks of the Douro.

Explore vibrant Porto’s famous ‘Six Bridges’ with a cruise along the Douro before delving into the region’s rich wine-making culture with a tour of Vila Nova de Gaia’s renowned port cellars and a tasting session. An exploration of rural Portugal follows with calls at coastal Aveiro, a city of lively canals, and picturesque Viseu.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Uncover the highlights of historic Porto and take to the waters of the Douro River

• Sample various types of port in Vila Nova de Gaia

• Cruise along the canals of Aveiro in a traditional, coloured boat

• Embark on a guided tour of the hilltop town of Viseu, with its 13-century cathedral

• Journey around the historical villages of the Douro Superior Region with a cheese tasting in Almedia

• Observe the UNESCO -listed Foz Côa Valley Sip on Moscatel in the authentic wine village of Favaios, taste bread from a local bakery, and visit the Bread and Wine Museum

• Feast on a lunch in a traditional quinta, complemented by a wine tasting and a talk from the owner

• Experience a sparkling wine tasting experience in the Lamego region

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Porto, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Portuguese traditions are the focus as the tour continues along the Douro Superior, where stops in Marialva, Trancoso and Almeida offer cheese tastings amongst castle-studded landscapes. In the heart of the Douro, trips to Favaios and the UNESCO -listed Foz Côa Valley promise Moscatel tastings and a sampling of traditional Portuguese delicacies at a local bakery. Learn about the origins of port and Lamego’s sparkling wine production with visits to a winery with local ham and cheese tastings also available in Regua. A day’s sightseeing around the ducal palaces and cathedrals of Vila Real and Guimaraes complete a captivating experience along the Douro with a final stop in Povoa de Varzim.

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Axis Hotel, Porto

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Half-Board nights 1-2

Situated in a quiet area, this sleek, modern hotel, with port-wine-themed decor, is within easy reach of the waterfront via the nearby metro.

Longroiva Hotel & Thermal Spa, Longroiva HHHH

Half-Board nights 3-4

Set amid the ancient walls of the village and backed by wine country, this resort hotel is centred around several thermal hot springs.

Plácido Hotel Douro Tabuaço, Tabuaço HHHH

Half-Board night 5-6

With its countryside location and mountain views, this hotel serves as the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle.

Axis Vermar Beach Hotel, Povoa de Varzim HHHH

Half-Board night 7

Set on a beach facing the Atlantic Ocean, this sleek resort is enclosed by pine groves and offers a range of facilities. A restaurant serves Portuguese cuisine, and a bar overlooks the garden.

Douro River, Porto

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Portugal’s finest cities provide the backdrop for luxurious stays in three acclaimed pousada hotels (specifically designed to reflect its national heritage) across a tour celebrating the country’s cultural delights. From rural towns on the ‘golden’ Douro River to coastal metropolises, rewarding exploration awaits in the heart of Portugal.

Relax in the first of three sumptuous hotels, the regal Pousada de Queluz, while taking in the dramatic sights and history of colourful Lisbon. Sightseeing around the Portuguese capital’s Belem Quarter, Rossio Square and Tagus waterfront promises an intriguing start to the tour ahead of visits to elegant Estoril and glorious Sintra.

A former royal retreat is next on the itinerary with tours of two Sintran palaces. Stop at hillside Obidos and Coimbra, home to its historic

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Stay in three of Portugal’s famed pousadas

• Discover the historic capital, Lisbon, on an included city tour

• Visit UNESCO -listed Royal Sintra

• Enjoy chic Cascais and elegant Estoril

• Admire Cabo da Roca, Europe’s westernmost point

• Journey to medieval Óbidos and Coimbra – the ‘Oxford of Portugal’

• Taste regional wines, bread and cheeses

• See Aveiro’s Venetian-like canals

• Visit Porto – the historic second city

• Discover ‘Golden Rivers’ Douro Valley

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star bed and breakfast pousada accommodation

• Four evening meals

• Outbound flight to Lisbon, returning from Porto, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

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will be the second of the tour. Viseu’s neighbouring vineyards take centre stage next with wine and cheese tastings at a local quinta before a journey west to lively Porto, Portugal’s ‘second city’ via Aviero.

After soaking in Porto’s glorious architecture, from the city’s UNESCO -listed Ribeiro district to its famous ‘six bridges’ that cross the Douro, settle into your final luxury hotel, the Pousada Mosteiro de Amares.

Your final excursions in Portugal offer vineyard visits in Regua and an excursion around historic Guimaraes, with its ancient Norman castle. Draw your journey to a close with a farewell dinner and final night back in your luxury Portobased pousada.

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Pousada Palacio de Queluz, Lisbon HHHH

Bed & Breakfast and Two Dinners nights 1-3

This former headquarters of the Royal Guard is set across from the Royal Palace – ‘Portugal’s Versailles’. It boasts a restaurant housed in the former kitchen, a bar and beautiful public rooms, furnished in wood and marble.

Pousada de Viseu, Viseu HHHH

Bed & Breakfast and One Dinner nights 4-5

Housed in an old hospital, adapted by a renowned architect, this landmark building, just five minutes from a beautiful park, has a superb wellness centre and outdoor pools, the latter with views over the town.

Pousada Mosteiro de Amares, Amares HHHH

Bed & Breakfast and One Dinner nights 6-7

This luxurious pousada is a converted monastery. Superb amenities include an outdoor pool and tennis court. There’s a welcoming bar and a restaurant housed in the former kitchen.

8-day escorted tour from £1,579

Pousadas of Portugal

Savour the very best of Portugal with stays in three historic, charming and unique pousada hotels along the way.

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Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 30 minutes on arrival and one hour and 15 minutes on departure.

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Paradores & Pousadas of Spain & Portugal

An Iberian heritage escapade from Lisbon to Malaga with stays at a collection of historic, luxury and culturally significant boutique hotels.

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Day One – Arrive in Lisbon Fly to Portugal’s capital, where you’ll be welcomed by your tour manager. A transfer will then take you to the Baixa district, and you’ll check into your first historic hotel, housed in a restored iconic building next to the Arco da Rua Augusta.

Day Two – Included tour of Lisbon, visits to Estoril and Sintra, coffee in Belém and optional traditional Fado dinner and dance show Embark on a guided tour of Lisbon, built across seven hills, and along the Atlantic Ocean and Tagus River. Starting with the Alfama district, one of the oldest neighbourhoods in the city, you’ll see Lisbon Cathedral, and the winding staircases leading up to the Moorish São Jorge Castle, or St George’s Castle. The Rua Augusta Arch, a stone memorial-like arch on Praça do Comércio is another highlight, as well as Rossio Square and Figueira Square, historic squares bustling with open-air cafés.

The coastal town of Estoril on the Portuguese Riviera will follow, with its golden sandy beaches and sprawling promenade. Sintra set in the foothills of the Sintra Mountains, is next, and this UNESCO World Heritage Site attracts visitors with its 19th-century Romanticist, whimsical

architecture, and lush, manicured gardens.

Upon returning to the city, stop for a coffee break in the district of Belém. Don’t miss trying the famous pastéis de nata (custard tart) at the Pastéis de Belém bakery – these treats are a local speciality. Later in the day, you’ll return to the hotel, and you can opt to relax or join an optional Fado dinner and dance show. During this excursion, you’ll get to feast on Portuguese delicacies while enjoying the traditional genre of music, Fado, known for its heartfelt songs.

Day Three – Travel via Alcácer do Sal and Alentejo to the Algarve Leave Lisbon and travel south towards the Algarve. This scenic journey involves crossing the famous Vasco da Gama Bridge, a marvel of modern engineering that spans the Tagus River. The longest bridge in Western Europe, this striking cable-stayed structure connects the northern and southern regions of the Greater Lisbon metropolitan area. Alcácer do Sal, your coffee stop on route, is a charming town of whitewashed buildings with roots tracing back to the Roman Empire. As the afternoon progresses, you’ll also pause in Alentejo, a region often referred to as ‘Portugal’s Tuscany’ because of its picturesque countryside laden

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Please note: On arrival, the transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 30 minutes. On departure, the transfer time from your hotel to the airport is approximately 10 minutes.

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with vineyards. The coach will pass by Roman ruins, ancient castles, and pretty villages before calling at a winery to sample the local wine labels and learn about the production process. In the evening, you’ll pass Monte Gordo, a coastal town, fronted by a stretch of sandy beach and a promenade. Shortly afterwards, arrive in Pousada Vila Real de Santo Antonio, a delightful historic building.

Day Four – Included visit to Olhão, Tavira, and Cacela Velha Today, after breakfast, you’ll delve even deeper into the real Algarve. The first stop will be Olhão, with its local market, a bustling hub of activity, offering a glimpse into the daily life of Portugal’s fishing communities. Tavira, your next destination, is a pleasant riverside town with a 13th-century castle, a Roman bridge, and collection of Moorish churches. Your last visit of the day will be Cacela Velha, a small, quiet village bounded by walls, with rows of whitewashed houses built in a typical Algarve style. Monte Gordo’s long sandy beach, where you’ll end the day, is a favourite among locals and visitors alike.

Day Five – Cross the Portugal/Spain border, tour of Seville, visit to Jerez de la Frontera and sherry tasting Board the coach to make the journey across the border into Spain, flanked by

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Stay in a collection of historic paradores and pousadas

• Embark on a guided tour of Lisbon

• Discover the coastal town of Estoril

• Visit Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Join an optional Fado dinner and dance show

• Travel to the Algarve, stopping at Alcácer do Sal and Alentejo for a wine tasting at a local vineyard

• Spend time in Olhão, Tavira, and Cacela Velha

• Tour the pretty piazzas and royal palace of Seville

• Enjoy a sherry tasting in Jerez de la Frontera

• Venture on an excursion to see the white villages ( pueblos blancos) of Cadiz

• Journey to dramatic, cliffside Ronda

• Walk around the stylish resort town of Marbella

• Stroll through the whitewashed old town of Mijas

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Lisbon and from Malaga, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

the Guadiana River. You’ll then arrive in Seville, a lively, colourful city, abounding with grand monuments, and famed for flamenco dancing, which will be soaked up with the help of a guided walking tour. Towering over Seville, the Giralda bell tower is unmissable, as is the Royal Alcázars of Seville, a royal palace in Seville, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Cathedral of Seville, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the largest churches in the world, as well as the largest Gothic church, and houses 80 chapels. The city’s biggest and most eye-pleasing piazza, Plaza de España, built in 1928, will also be sought out. Later, the tour will continue to Jerez de la Frontera, a lesser-known city, and a hidden gem rich in history with a beautifully preserved old town. Visit a popular sherry bodega for a tasting and to learn about the fermentation process and the different styles. As the day ends, you’ll check into a parador, a traditional hotel looking out over the Guadalete River.

Day Six – Included full day white villages tour, goat’s cheese tasting and dinner Embark on a full day exploration of the white villages ( pueblos blancos) of Cadiz within the beautiful Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park. Each charming village of whitewashed Moorish architecture

Pestana Rua Augusta, Lisbon HHHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 1-2

A historic downtown hotel housed in a restored iconic building, with an ideal location next to the Arco da Rua Augusta and Praça do Comércio. A restaurant serves seasonal dishes, and there’s a bar and lounge area.

Pousada Vila Real de Santo Antonio, Vila Real de Santo António HHHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 3-4

Set in a historical building in the centre of the city, this unique hotel is just a short walk from the Guadiana River and looks out over the main square. There are three outdoor swimming pools and a restaurant with a woodfired oven, which serves Mediterranean cuisine.

features its own collection of castles, churches, and archaeological sites, and is surrounded by rows of olive trees and sprawling Andalusian plains. El Bosque is first, followed by Ubrique, renowned for its long-standing tradition of leather craftsmanship. Next, you’ll visit Villaluenga with its history of cheese production and traditional cheese-making industry. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to taste some local goat’s cheese. Lastly, the tour will call at Grazalema, popular for its traditional woollen productions.

Day Seven – Included visit to Ronda, Marbella and Mijas Head to Ronda, uniquely set on a cliffside and the dramatic El Tajo Gorge, which separates the city’s new town from its old town. Continue to the Costa del Sol and the resort town of Marbella, with the Sierra Blanca Mountains in the background. You’ll then conclude the tour with a stop at Mijas with its historic whitewashed old town and flower-pot fringed streets. This evening, you’ll check into your final parador.

Day Eight – Morning at leisure and fly back to the UK Depending on the time of your flight, you can relax before the transfer to the airport.

Parador Arcos de la Frontera, Arcos de la Frontera HHHH

Half-board nights 5-6

With views of the Guadalete River and the Castle of Arcos de la Frontera, this traditional hotel of a neoclassical style has a white-washed façade. A charming restaurant looks out over the city and a bar comprises a shaded patio.

Parador de Málaga Golf, Málaga HHHH

Bed & Breakfast night 7

A golfer’s paradise housed in three buildings overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and with direct access to a sandy beach.

Setenil de las Bodegas, Spain

Tram Praca de Comercio, Lisbon Parador de Málaga Golf, Málaga

Pousada Vila Real de Santo Antonio

Parador Arcos de la Frontera

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Historic Paradores of Hidden Spain

Stay in three delightful paradores and discover a spectacular backdrop of ocean and mountains in one of Spain’s most fascinating corners.

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Day One – Fly to Spain Arrive in Bilbao, where your coach will transfer to your first parador – the 20th-century palace of Limpias in its riverside, parkland setting. Settle into your splendid surroundings, perhaps taking a stroll along the river to enjoy the views or making use of the parador’s amenities, which include indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools. Dinner will be served in the parador’s dining room this evening.

Day Two – Included tour to Santander and Santillana del Mar Today, your first included tour takes you to the regional capital, Santander. Stop off at the Cabo Mayor Lighthouse Viewpoint before heading to the fishing port or watch the ebb and flow of daily life in this elegant and sophisticated city-resort from a seat in a pavement café or tapas bar.

You’ll also make the short journey to nearby Santillana del Mar, a picture-postcard medieval village. After a wonderful day, return to Limpias for a second evening, choosing perhaps to dine in the hotel or in the village.

Day Three – Included excursions to Asturias and Galicia Re-board the coach today and journey along the stunning Asturian coast,

where views of the Bay of Biscay shoreline compete with those of the towering Picos de Europa mountains. Break up your scenic journey with visits to beautiful coastal Gijón, and the nearby Asturian capital, Oviedo.

Late this afternoon, you’ll reach the heart of green Galicia and your second parador. Partly housed in a restored 15th-century tower and an ideal base for discovering Galicia’s cities and stunning coast, the Parador de Vilalba is built on the site of a former castle in a quiet village on the route of the Camino de Santiago.

Enjoy dinner this evening, and perhaps take a stroll through the old town.

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Please note: On arrival the transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour. On departure the transfer time from your hotel to the airport is approximately two hours and 20 minutes.

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Santander, Spain

Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada, La Rioja

Day Four – Included visit to Santiago de Compostela Today you’ll travel the short distance into ancient Santiago de Compostela, the destination at the end of the Camino, and one of Spain’s most beautiful cities. A marvellously preserved Romanesque cathedral lies at the city’s heart, perhaps the earliest-ever tourist destination for those who, in medieval times, first followed the route to Santiago.

After a marvellous day, you’ll return to Vilalba for the evening.

Day Five – Included visit to A Coruña On this delightfully contrasting day, you’ll head to beautiful, rugged Galicia.

Dotted with hidden coves and fjord-like rias reminiscent of Devon or Ireland, complete with tiny beaches and sleepy fishing ports, the Galician coast is a delight, epitomised by the historic port of A Coruña, or La Coruña as it’s sometimes known. Set on a peninsula fringed on one side by glorious Atlantic beaches, and on the other by a sheltered bay and deep water harbour, A Coruña is a wonderful place to wander and enjoy delicious Galician tapas and seafood, perhaps washed down with a glass of chilled white wine.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Stays in historic parador hotels, all with echoes of royalty and nobility

• Enjoy fashionable Santander

• Visit Sanrillana del Mar - one of Spain’s prettiest villages

• Catch a glimpse of the towering Picos de Europa mountains

• Visit relaxed Gijon and the historic Asturian capital, Oviedo

• Walk in the pilgrims’ footsteps in ancient Santiago de Compostela and riverside Leon

• Discover the bustling wharfs of maritime A Coruna

• Spend a day at leisure in the ducal surroundings of exquisite Santo Domingo de la Calzada

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star bed and breakfast parador accommodation

• Four dinners

• Return flights to Bilbao, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Six – Travel via Lugo and León to Lerma Bidding farewell to Vilalba, today you’ll re-board the coach and head back along the route of the Camino into the sun-baked province of Castilla y León. Highlights today will include visits to Galician Lugo, still enclosed by its intact Roman wall, and to the historic university city of León. See León’s majestic cathedral and fine old town, and perhaps take lunch in one of its many tapas bars and cafés.

This afternoon, you’ll continue on to your final parador, housed in a splendid, 12th century accommodation for pilgrims on the Way of St. James.

Positioned in one of Spain’s most popular pilgrimage spots, Santo Domingo de la Calzada, a grand parador offers accommodation fit for a king and a relaxed atmosphere within its 900-year-old walls. Dinner is served on both nights of your stay.

Day Seven – Optional visit to Burgos Today you’re free to enjoy the delights of Santo Domingo de la Calzada, but you may wish to join our optional excursion and explore one of Spain’s most enthralling cities.

Parador de Limpias, Limpias HHHH Bed & Breakfast and One Dinner nights 1-2

A few minutes’ drive inland from the Cantabrian coast, this 20th-century riverside palace is set in beautiful parkland, and offers gardens, a tennis court, indoor and outdoor seasonal swimming pools, a gym and a sauna. The guestrooms are located in a modern, airy wing, and the dining room looks out over the beautiful grounds. There is Wi-Fi available.

Parador de Vilalba, Vilalba HHHH

Bed & Breakfast plus one dinner nights 3-5

Built around a 15th-century stone tower, this delightful parador is tucked away in the old quarter of a quiet

For centuries, Burgos was the capital of Old Castille, and it was also once home (nearly a thousand years ago now) to the legendary warrior leader, El Cid.

This beguiling place has no shortage of tapas bars and restaurants in which to enjoy lunch, as you’ll discover after your introductory tour.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Bid farewell to your hosts, and transfer back to Bilbao airport to catch your flight home at the end of a fascinating week in Northern Spain.

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Galician town. Stylish guestrooms are air-conditioned throughout and offer TVs, hairdryers, safes and free Wi-Fi.

Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada, La Rioja HHHH Half-board nights 6-7

Housed in a 12th-century hospital, with Gothic stone arches and beamed ceilings. Airy guestrooms, with terracotta tiled flooring and wooden furnishings, feature TVs, hairdryers, safes, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Two restaurants serve regional cuisine, and there’s a bar.

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Seville, Granada & Classic Spain

Join this exciting exploration of Andalucía, the birthplace of Picasso, home to the city of flamenco and the cradle of the gypsy life.

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Day One – Fly to Spain Fly into Málaga, and board the coach for the approximately hour-long transfer into the sun-baked Andalusian hills and your hotel base in Antequera. Depending on your arrival time, rest and relax in the hotel, and enjoy a first dinner in a wide choice of restaurants, traditional tapas bars, and cafés.

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Day Two – Included Seville excursion The first of your included excursions takes you to historic Seville, the great ‘City of Flamenco’, and the setting for Bizet’s Carmen and Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, both of which draw heavily on the city’s heady atmosphere.

Seville, where every street is lined with orange trees, has a rich and colourful history, which is reflected in great buildings, beautiful parks, grand boulevards and atmospheric old quarters of narrow streets that open on to tree-lined squares. Wander towards sweeping Plaza de Espana, the city’s ornate, fountain-fronted centrepiece. Don’t miss the magnificent cathedral, one of the largest Gothic churches in Christendom, with its 300ft-high Giralda Tower and much-debated tomb of Christopher Columbus; and perhaps pay a visit to the immense Plaza de Toros, Spain’s oldest bullring. Close by, the cool courtyards of the Moorish Alcazar lead through to the Juderia (Jewish Quarter).

The River Guadalquivir, still tidal some 50 miles inland, and up which Columbus once sailed in triumph following his discovery of the New World, still brings great ships to the city’s port, and divides Seville from Triana, the pleasant district on the opposite shore.

Day Three – Day at leisure Enjoy a day at leisure, perhaps taking advantage of the hotel facilities, exploring Antequera under your own steam or simply resting or relaxing.

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• Birmingham £1,215 • Bristol £1,035 • East Midlands £1,275

• Edinburgh £1,245 • Gatwick £969 • Glasgow £1,295 • Heathrow £1,039

• Leeds/Bradford £1,289 • Liverpool £1,129 • Luton £1,059

• Manchester £1,235 • Newcastle £1,279 • Stansted £1,205

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• Ronda Excursion (full day) - from £79

• Wine Tasting with Light Lunch (half day) – from £82

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Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

La Alhambra, Granada

Puente Nuevo Bridge, Ronda

Granada Cathedral, Spain

Day Four – Included Córdoba excursion Today you’ll explore the great city of Córdoba.

This fabled, elegant former Moorish and Roman capital of Spain is full of fascination.

At its heart is the breath-taking treasure of the Mezquita, the huge mosque into which the Christian cathedral has been incorporated, but which retains much of its austere grandeur that reflected Córdoba’s position as the greatest Moorish city in Europe. Surrounding the Mezquita, the narrow lanes and corridors of the ancient Juderia evoke a sense that nothing has changed for a thousand years.

You’ll have the chance to explore the city under your own steam, following our guided tour of the Mezquita, before returning to Antequera in time for dinner later this evening.

Day Five – Day at leisure or optional excursion to Ronda Another day of leisure awaits or you can travel across the Andalusian Plain, through a countryside dotted with villages of whitewashed houses, to the stunning town of Ronda, in the heart of the Andalusian hills. Set above the dramatic El Tajo gorge, which cuts a swathe through the Sierra, this once Moorish citadel is a delight, with a maze of narrow streets, some fine

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Stay in the heart of the ‘real’ Andalucía, in the hills behind the sun-kissed Costa

• Discover Seville, the City of Flamenco and setting for Bizet’s Carmen

• Journey towards the Sierra Nevada, beneath which the great Moorish city of Granada stands

• Visit Granada and enjoy a stopover at the worldrenowned Alhambra, its exquisite gardens and stunning palaces

• Visit the Andalucían ‘white city’ of Ronda, with its old and new towns separated by a stone bridge spanning a dramatic gorge on an optional tour

• Explore the town’s sights, including the legendary 18thcentury bullring and 13th-century Roman-style baths

• Wander around Antequera under your own steam and experience an optional wine tasting at a local winery

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast threestar accommodation at the Hotel Coso Viejo, Antequera (upgrade hotel available for a supplement)

• Return flights to Málaga, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Renaissance houses, its historic bullring and –across the Puente Nuevo bridge which spans the gorge – a fascinating Roman-style baths.

Day Six – Included Granada excursion Board the coach this morning for an unforgettable included excursion, journeying north through the foothills of the Alpujarras to the great city of Granada.

Set majestically atop three hills, which rise steeply from the Andalusian Plain, this former Moorish capital, with its views to the snow-capped Sierra Nevada, is one of Spain’s greatest treasures.

Begin your time here with a sightseeing tour of the city, culminating with a visit to the gardens of the awe-inspiring Alhambra, the beautiful park and walled settlement crowned by one of the world’s finest Moorish palaces. Discover the ancient Alcazaba citadel and the Generalife, a royal retreat in the heart of the complex, as well as some of Europe’s most beautiful formal gardens, each new treasure reflecting the glories of a great empire.

This evening, you’ll return to Antequera after a thoroughly absorbing day.

Day Seven – Day at leisure or optional halfday wine tasting You’ll have another day to

Hotel Coso Vieja, Antequera HHH Bed & Breakfast from £969

Ideally situated near the highlights of Antequera and facing a cobblestone plaza, this tranquil 18th-century hotel promises a relaxing sanctuary. Nearby, a selection of popular bars and restaurants are available, as well as several museums and art galleries.

Hotel Antequera Hills, Antequera HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,044

Ideal for those looking for extra amenities and a good location, this hotel is found within walking distance of the centre of Antequera. It offers excellent facilities and high standards of accommodation.

potter around at your own pace or you can join an optional half-wine day tasting excursion at a local winery.

Surrounded by vineyards, you can sample some of the different labels while learning about the production process.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Say goodbye to beautiful Andalucía today, transferring back to Málaga airport for the flight home after a memorable few days in a wonderful part of the world.

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Parador de Antequera, Antequera HHHH Half-Board from £1,418

Set just a 10-minute walk to the centre of Antequera, this parador has a more modern exterior and feel than the classically traditional properties. The property is ringed by a garden, and there’s an outdoor swimming pool, a sophisticated Mediterranean restaurant and a bar. Neutrally decorated guestrooms provide tranquil spaces to relax, overlook the charming gardens, and feature air conditioning, TVs, mini-bars, safes, hairdryers, and free Wi-Fi.

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The Majestic Cities of Andalucía

A small-group experience set in the core of southern Spain’s most enriching Moorish capitals, based around exceptional hotels, and with access to renowned landmarks.

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Córdoba, Spain

Day One – Fly to Málaga Land in cosmopolitan Málaga, on the Costa del Sol, and meet your tour manager. You’ll then enjoy an evening at leisure after checking into your centrally-located hotel.

Day Two – Travel to Ronda and included city tour After breakfast, you’ll travel to Ronda, a city set on the edge of the dramatic El Tajo gorge. A local guide will lead you around its new and old towns, and across the remarkable stone bridge, Puente Nuevo. Another notable historic sight is the 18th-century Casa del Rey Moro. This palace features a museum, hanging gardens, and a former Arab water mine descending into the Guadalevín River. Continue to the 13th-century Arab baths, which are the best preserved of their kind on the entire Iberian Peninsula. Next, explore the old town, encircled by ancient city walls before taking to the main square, Plaza del Socorro which can be found in the centre surrounded by taverns and artisan workshops. A highlight of the tour will be a visit to Plaza de Toros, one of the oldest and grandest bull rings in Spain with covered seating housing up to 5,000 people within its high walls. Later in the day, you’ll continue to lively Seville, abounding with grand monuments, and famed for flamenco dancing. Check into your hotel for the next two nights,

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which is housed within the highest building in Andalucía.

Day Three – Included tour of Seville and afternoon at leisure Take breakfast at your hotel this morning ahead of a walking tour of Seville. You’ll traverse its narrow lanes, bordered with tightly packed shops, cafés, and bars by foot, pausing to soak up your surroundings in the shade of orange tree-ringed piazzas. Towering over Seville, the Giralda bell tower is an unmissable highlight, as is the ornate Royal Alcázar of Seville, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Inside this 11th-century royal palace, elaborate tile work, carved arches, and ornate ceilings add to its splendour. Pretty courtyards and lush gardens can also be found nearby. Another UNESCO World Heritage Site that you’ll visit, the Cathedral of Seville, is the largest Gothic church in the world. Your next stop, the picturesque Plaza de España offers mosaic-lined alcoves, fountains, and Venetian-inspired bridges over its canal. Time at leisure will follow for lunch which is best enjoyed in one of the tapas bars.

Day Four – Morning at leisure in Seville and drive to Córdoba Following breakfast, you can choose to relax at the hotel, taking

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advantage of its luxurious spa and dining options. Alternatively, you can discover more of the city, covering any sights remaining on your wish-list. Later this afternoon, board the coach and travel to the city of Córdoba, known for its grand mosque and UNESCO -listed old town. Your hotel is ideally located for sightseeing.

Day Five – Included morning tour of Córdoba and afternoon at leisure Once you’ve had breakfast, join your local guide for an exploration of Córdoba. The first stop will be one of the city’s most famed landmarks, Mezquita-Cathedral or the MosqueCathedral of Córdoba, an 8th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll get to walk through the sprawling prayer hall, the delightful courtyard Patio de los Naranjos (Courtyard of Orange Trees), and see the bell tower, Torre del Campanario. The tour will then visit the 14th-century Córdoba Synagogue or Casa de la Memoria, a Jewish place of worship. One of only three synagogues still existing throughout Spain, this building features carved horseshoe arches, Hebrew inscriptions, and complex stucco decorations. The rest of the afternoon will be free, and you can visit more historic marvels, like Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, a medieval fortress-palace, and the Roman Bridge, which provides excellent viewpoints

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover the mountaintop city of Ronda and visit the Plaza de Toros, one of the oldest and grandest bull rings in Spain

• Explore lively Seville and the impressive royal palace, UNESCO -listed Royal Alcázar of Seville

• Wander around Córdoba and its most famed landmarks, Mezquita-Cathedral and Córdoba Synagogue, one of the last synagogues in Spain

• Stop off in the beautiful city of Priego de Córdoba, known as the ‘Baroque Jewel’ of Andalucía

• Visit the Alhambra, a lavish palace and fortress complex and the enchanting Generalife estate

• Tour hilltop Granada and the major landmarks of its historic Moorish old city

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Málaga, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

of the Guadalquivir River. Stops at the Calleja de las Flores, one of the city’s most photographed cobbled alleys, and Córdoba’s atmospheric medina are also recommended to browse the markets and find a spot for lunch, another opportunity to sample tapas.

Day Six – Morning at leisure, visit to Priego de Córdoba and travel to Granada Enjoy a relaxed morning before checking out of the hotel and travelling to Priego de Córdoba, known as the ‘Baroque Jewel’ of Andalucía’. Located in the Sierras Subbéticas Natural Park, this town has a beautiful historic centre complete with an abundance of whitewashed houses and manicured gardens. Its baroque style can then be admired by visiting the Church of La Asunción and the Church of San Francisco. Back on board the coach, you’ll continue to Moorish Granada. Once you’ve arrived, check into your hotel in the heart of the city and relax.

Day Seven – Included morning tour of Alhambra with a tour of Granada and time at leisure It’s your last day, and you’ll make the most of it by touring Granada, starting with the Alhambra. This famous monument of Islamic architecture is one of the world’s best-preserved palaces. Constructed in the 13th century, this former symbol of Islamic power is spread over a plateau overlooking Granada’s

Eurostars Málaga, Málaga HHHH

Bed & Breakfast night 1

This contemporary hotel features touches of Andalusian character and boasts a rooftop restaurant serving authentic Málagan dishes, as well as a bar-café, and a gym.

Eurostars Torre Sevilla, Seville HHHHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 2-3

Housed in the Torre Sevilla, this stylish hotel features an expansive spa with an indoor swimming pool and sauna. Incredible views of the city are available throughout, and its restaurant offers an international menu.

Moorish old city. Take the opportunity to stroll through the complex and its tree-lined walkways with its Islamic geometric patterns, detailed stucco work, and vibrant tiling making it a sight to behold. Key features of the Alahambra include the Nasrid Palaces, the living quarters of monarchs and their servants, the oldest building, the Alcazaba citadel, and the Torre de la Vela (watchtower), which offers panoramic views over the city. The Generalife, near to Alhambra, was a summer palace and you can survey its exquisite gardens, too. You’ll then head towards the city centre and the streets of Albaicín and Granada’s Renaissance cathedral and the adjacent Royal Chapel and the Renaissance Monastery of San Jerónimo. A free afternoon allows you to discover more at your own pace, perhaps the neighbourhood of Sacromonte, known for its cave dwellings, or the Alcaicería, Granada’s silk market, where you can purchase some final keepsakes of your trip. Carrera del Darro, the riverside promenade, running along the Darro River, is ideal for a walk into the old town, and Granada’s assortment of traditional tapas bars provide the perfect setting for a farewell meal.

Day Eight – Arrive back in the UK Enjoy breakfast before travelling to Malaga airport for your flight back to the UK.

Eurostars Palace, Córdoba HHHHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 4-5

Backed by the Sierra Morena mountains and within arm’s reach of Córdoba’s historic city centre, this five-star hotel offers a gold standard in luxury and leisure with a rooftop swimming pool, solarium, and spa facilities available to all guests.

Barceló Carmen Granada, Granada HHHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 6-7

This luxury hotel, within touching distance of Alhambra and the city centre, boasts a private rooftop terrace, a swimming pool and a gym. A relaxed restaurant is also available as well as a breakfast buffet area and gastrobar.

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Alhambra Palace, Granada

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Barceló Carmen Granada, Granada

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Carcassonne, Avignon & Beautiful Provence

Journey through the rolling countryside of Provence, as its historic UNESCO -listed crowning glories are thrillingly brought to life.

Available Sep, Oct 2024, Apr to Jun, Sep & Oct 2025

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• Bristol £769 • Gatwick £799

• Heathrow £805 • Manchester £819

• Stansted £835

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Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 15 minutes from Carcassonne and approximately one hour and 30 minutes from Toulouse.

France’s fabled medieval history and picturesque landscapes are brought to life with tours of Carcassone, Avignon, and Provence. The region’s famous architecture is a particular highlight, with cultural excursions around imposing citadels, regal châteaus and the remnants of ancient Roman settlements complimenting relaxed stops in France’s finest rural towns.

The tour begins with a stay in mesmerising Carcassonne, one of the most striking walled settlements in Europe. Steeped in a rich medieval history and an enviable culinary heritage, this French town’s glorious landmarks will be explored, culminating in a visit to its impressive double-walled citadel and the fairytale Château Comtal that’s guarded within.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

`Enjoy a guided tour of historic, walled Carcassonne, one of France’s great medieval cities

• Take advantage of free time to wander the ramparts of Carcassonne under your own steam

• Set off on a full-day visit to the majestic papal city of Avignon, including a visit to the stunning Roman Pont du Gard

• Embark on an unforgettable cruise along the tree-lined Canal du Midi

• Have the chance to visit the port-town of Collioure and the Roman city of Narbonne on an optional excursion

• Five nights’ carefully chosen three-star bed and continental breakfast accommodation at the Ibis Carcassonne Est, Carcassonne (upgrade hotels available for a supplement)

• Return flights to France, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Enjoy an optional trip to France’s southwest with stops in Collioure, overlooked by the magnificent Château-Royal and wine tasting in Narbonne, the former Roman capital of Gaul. Provence’s Latin heritage is further highlighted with visits to the impressive Pont du Gard, a three-tiered Roman aqueduct, and papal Avignon, home to the monumental Palais des Papes. Finally, stops at the half-bridge of St. Bénézet, overlooking the River Rhône, and a gentle cruise along the tree-lined Canal du Midi crown this exploration of Provence’s historic delights ahead of the return journey to Caracassonne.

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Ibis Carcassonne Est La Cité, Carcassonne HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £769

Located on the outskirts of Carcassonne, a daytime bus connects the hotel to the citadel or alternatively take a 30-minute walk. The hotel has a restaurant and bar.

Apartment Residence Hotel Cerise Carcassonne Sud, Carcassonne HHH Bed & Breakfast from £913

Cerise Carcassonne Sud is a 10-minute walk from the historical centre, encompasses a lift and indoor swimming pool, and offers a more independent experience than a conventional hotel.

Mercure Carcassonne, Porte de la Cité HHHH

Bed & Breakfast from £1,170

The Mercure is ideally situated at the foot of the medieval city, within walking distance of one of its ancient gates. This hotel has a restaurant, a bar, a terrace, gardens and an outdoor swimming pool (available weather permitting).

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From your unspoiled Costa Brava base beside the blue Mediterranean, journey into the heart of the stunning Pyrenean countryside aboard some delightful railways. Wind your way upwards on sometimes modern, sometimes historic rolling stock, and across some marvels of railway engineering.

Based in the delightful resort of Roses, this holiday includes a ride aboard the quaint, tractor-hauled, tourist road ‘train’, which winds its way from the resort into the wooded Cap de Creus National Park.

The historic Little Yellow Train will take you through the sun-kissed French Pyrenees from UNESCO -listed, walled Villefranche-deConflent, across bridges and viaducts and through stunning scenery to Mont-Louis with its citadel and city walls.

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Experience unspoiled Roses, your holiday base, set on a picturesque sweeping bay

• Enjoy views of the wooded Cap de Creus National Park on the tourist road ‘train’

• Discover the stunning Upper Aude Valley on France’s Red Train

• Board the historic Little Yellow Train as it climbs into the French Pyrenees from UNESCO -listed Villefranche-de-Conflent

• Join an optional boat tour to Cadaqués

• Journey on the Núria Rack Railway, offering the only access to the year-round Spanish mountain resort, with tastings of local produce

• Three heritage train journeys and a ticket for the Roses ‘road-train’

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Spain, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

A 45-minute journey aboard the two-car Núria Rack Railway – through a steep, forested gorge to remote ski station and pilgrimage shrine Núria – and a final Pyrenean ride aboard the 100-yearold Red Train, travelling through the spectacular scenery of castle-dotted Cathar Country, complete a wonderful holiday. On fine days, you’ll ride in open-air summer wagons across viaducts and through tunnels, and past the vineyard-clad lower slopes of the Eastern Pyrenees.

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Depending on your departure date, you’ll be staying at one of the hotels described below. Your hotel will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Hotel Prestige Victoria, Roses HHH Half-Board

Located beside Santa Margarita Beach, this hotel is approximately two kilometres from the centre of Roses. It has an outdoor pool, a spa with steam room, a sauna, a small indoor pool, Wi-Fi, a bar and a buffet restaurant. Guestrooms have a balcony, air-conditioning, a TV, a hairdryer, a safe, a telephone, and a mini-fridge. Most guestrooms have partial sea views.

Hotel Prestige Sant Marc, Roses HHH Half- Board

A relaxed hotel overlooking a canal and positioned just a four-minute walk from the beach. There is a restaurant buffet, a bar, a terrace, and a large outdoor swimming pool. Simple guestrooms have balconies, mini-fridges, TVs, safes and free Wi-Fi.

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Little Trains of the Pyrenees

Savour some slow journeys through the beautiful border country between Spain and France on some wonderful mountain railway trains.

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• Belfast £1,125 • Birmingham £1,235

• Bristol £1,115 • East Midlands £1,255

• Edinburgh £1,229 • Gatwick £1,065

• Heathrow £1,059 • Liverpool £1,065

• Luton £1,095 • Manchester £1,089

• Stansted £1,065

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• Cadaqués Excursion (half day) – from £39

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £205

Little Yellow Train, French Pyrenees

Villefranche-de-Conflent, France

Eastern Pyrenees, France

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Salzburg, Innsbruck & the Austrian Tyrol

Take to the Austrian peaks for an arresting adventure filled with fresh mountain air, ample exploration, and panoramic viewpoints.

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

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£1,489 • Edinburgh £1,415

• Gatwick £1,345 • Heathrow £1,315

• Manchester £1,389

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• Mayrhofen & the Huntertux Glacier Tour – from £89

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £189

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately two hours.

With the traditional Austrian village of Alpbach as your base, you’ll be perfectly set to embrace the surrounding natural splendours and nearby city sights. A tour of Innsbruck’s old town and inspiring architecture reveal insight into its past as does an excursion to Mozart’s intriguing birthplace, Salzburg. Scenic journeys to delightful lakeside towns and trips to the summits of lofty glaciers complete this memorable Tyrolean holiday. Arrive in Munich, the capital of Bavaria, where you’ll meet your tour manager and be transferred to your hotel in Alpbach. On your first day, you can decide to spend time in the town, exploring at your own pace, joining your tour manager for a trip up into the mountains or venturing up by yourself. If you’re keen to ascend the Alps, you’ll be shown how to get an Alpbachtal Card.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions View historic Innsbruck on a guided tour

• Join an optional excursion to the alpine town of Mayrhofen and the Hintertux Glacier

• Explore the birthplace of famed composer Mozart in the city of Salzburg

• Visit four different lakes, including Thiersee, Schliersee, Tegernsee and Achensee

• Spend a day discovering the traditional Austrian village, Alpbach at your own pace

• Journey to the lakeside town of Zell am See Tour Zell am See and Kitzbuhel and experience an optional trip to the Salzburg Glacier

• Seven nights’ half-board accommodation at the three-star Hotel Andreas in Alpbach

• Seven dinners and breakfasts and a drink on arrival

• Return flights to Munich, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

During the rest of your trip, you’ll enjoy a full-day tour of Innsbruck, an included excursion to four different lakes, and a tour of Salzburg. Make the most of your last full day, and after breakfast board the coach to the picturesque town of Zell am See, set on a lake. An optional excursion to Mayrhofen and the Hintertux Glacier promises incredible vistas of the surrounding scenery.

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Hotel Andreas, Alpbach

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A traditional wooden chalet backed by alpine peaks and surrounded by sprawling meadows. The restaurant and bar have panoramic views of the mountains and open onto a sun terrace. Breakfast is served in a dining room/lounge on the ground floor, and there is a pretty garden. Guestrooms with views looking out over the mountains, feature wooden décor and are simple and comfortable. Amenities include a TV, a hairdryer and free Wi-Fi.

Salzburg, Austria

Hotel Andreas, Alpbach

Salzburg, Austria

Zell am See, Austria

Join this wonderful holiday to the beautiful, breath-taking land of lakes and mountain scenery, clean air and enchanting settlements that is Switzerland. You’ll be based in a welcoming, internationally celebrated resort in an idyllic setting between Lake Geneva and the glorious Bernese Oberland. With a host of marvellous included and optional excursions to savour and enjoy, including a ride on the panoramic GoldenPass train to Montreux, this tour is a perfect introduction to a place that is on almost everybody’s wish-list of destinations.

From your base in exquisite Chateau d’Oex, a favourite of Newmarket Holidays’ customers for over 35 years, and which offers a host of diversions, including an outdoor swimming pool (mid-May to early September), tennis courts, miles of walking trails marked with the famous yellow signposts, as well as a trio of fascinating

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Spend a week in the celebrated resort of Chateau d’Oex

• Rest and relax in the idyllic surroundings of the Pays d’Enhaut (Upper Country)

• Discover medieval gem- and cheese-making village Gruyères

• Embark on an optional excursion to Glacier 3000, a mountain area east of Montreux

• Ride the spectacular GoldenPass Train to and from Montreux, with free time to explore the city, located on the shores of Lake Geneva

Explore the fascinating museums of Chateau d’Oex by your own arrangement

• Join an optional excursion to visit pictureperfect Swiss capital Bern

• Set off on a scenic Interlaken and Grindelwald excursion

• Five dinners

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three-star bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Geneva, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

museums, you’ll get to know this very special country.

Included excursions take in the beautiful Bernese Oberland, including ultra-chic Gstaad, picture-book Les Diablerets and cheesemaking village Gruyères, whilst an included ride on the spectacular GoldenPass train travels to the fashionable resort of Montreux, with some free time for you to explore.

Further optional excursions will journey to the famous resort town of Interlaken, overlooked by the snow-capped Jungfrau range, and one of Switzerland’s most popular places to shop.

The spectacular Grindelwald, at the foot of the mighty Eiger serves as another chance to immerse yourself within the spectacular landscapes.

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The Roc et Neige, Chateau d’Oex HHH Bed & Breakfast and Five Dinners

In the heart of the mountain village, the traditional and welcoming Roc et Neige hotel is close to all the local amenities. There is a comfortable bar and lounge area, and a restaurant serving food made from local produce. There is also a garden and terrace with stunning views of the surrounding mountains, plus a sauna and laundry room. Cosy guestrooms all have a TV and hairdryer, and complimentary Wi-Fi is available. There is a safe deposit box at reception.

Swiss Alpine Glories & the GoldenPass Train

Immerse yourself in the natural glories and historic towns of the world’s most beautiful alpine paradise, with a train journey you won’t forget.

Available Sep, Oct 2024, May to Jun & Aug to Oct 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Bristol £1,385 • Edinburgh £1,409

• Gatwick £1,385 • Heathrow £1,349

• Luton £1,399 • Manchester £1,365

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• Bern Tour (full day) – from £65

• Glacier 3000 & Gstaad Excursion – from £121

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £129

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately two hours.

GoldenPass Train, Switzerland

Salzburg, Austria

Zell am See, Austria

The Roc et Neige, Chateau d’Oex

5-day escorted tour from £559

The Spirit of Kraków

Savour the preserved medieval glories of Poland’s former Royal capital, and pay a moving visit to poignant Auschwitz.

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Day One – Fly to Poland from the UK Fly to Kraków, meet your tour manager and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, head out to take your first look at the city, or head for a café or local beer cellar. Our tour manager will be on hand to point you in the right direction, and to make dinner suggestions.

A vibrant, bustling city, Kraków is no museum piece, but a lived-in space crammed full of cafés, restaurants and bars, and is especially lively in the evening when it offers an everwidening choice of eateries, from traditional Polish, Russian, German, Lithuanian and Jewish cuisine to some of the latest foodie fads and fashions.

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Day Two – Included Kraków city tour and optional folklore evening Exploring mostly

on foot in the company of a friendly guide, on our included tour of the city, you’ll see the highlights of this seat of Polish kings and the former home to much-loved Cardinal Karol Wojtyla (better known around the world as Pope John Paul II). The focal point of Stare Miasto, Kraków’s mesmerising medieval heart, is the Grand Square, Rynek Główny One of Europe’s largest medieval squares, it is surrounded by buildings of breath-taking beauty, and churches with towers and intricate spires. At its centre stands the vast Sukiennice (Cloth Hall), which now serves as a covered market. Here, the upper floor is a fascinating art gallery, while the ground floor cafés are perfect places to stop and rest. Close by, the Mariacki Church is one of Poland’s finest buildings and contains a fantastically intricate wooden altarpiece. And to both the north and west, the medieval and Renaissance splendour continues – the University District is especially appealing. After the tour, you’re free to continue exploring. Head away from the stunning views of the River Vistula to visit the opulent State Rooms of Wawel Castle, and don’t miss the art treasures of the Czartoryski Palace, close to Florianska Gate and the three-metre-thick defensive walls

Available Sep to Nov 2024, Feb to Jul & Sep to Nov 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Birmingham £649 • Bournemouth £559 • Bristol £795 • Edinburgh £645

• Gatwick £619 • Glasgow £675 • Heathrow £725 • Leeds/Bradford £709

• Luton £579 • Manchester £715 • Newcastle £715 • Stansted £579

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• Folklore Evening – from £56

• Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour (half day) – from £69

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £109

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes.

Wawel Castle, Kraków

Barbakan, Warsaw

Kraków, Poland

of the Barbakan, at the northernmost point of the Old Town.

South of Wawel Hill lies the Kazimierz district, the historic centre of Jewish culture in the city until the events of 1941 forced the residents into a temporary home in the ghetto across the river before their eventual, tragic, final journey to Auschwitz-Birkenau.

This evening is free to explore Krakow further, perhaps taking an evening stroll, around the beautiful old town. Or, you may wish to join our optional folklore evening which takes place in a local restaurant and includes dinner, and performances by traditional dancers and singers.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy a guided tour of Poland’s stunning former Royal Capital

• Discover the great square of Rynek Glówny, medieval Europe’s largest old town square

• Wander the market stalls and galleries of the vast Sukkennice Cloth Hall

• Don’t miss the stunning Mariacki church

• Take in Wawel Castle and its views

• Visit the Kazimierz district, the former centre of Jewish culture

• Enjoy Kraków’s vibrant café culture

• Visit sobering Auschwitz-Birkenau

• Four nights’ carefully chosen three-star bed and breakfast accommodation at the Hotel Wyspiański, Kraków (upgrade hotels available for a supplement)

• Return flights to Kraków, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

excursion to the remains of the most infamous of all the Nazi concentration camps, which lie some 70km southwest of the city. This harrowing and thought-provoking pilgrimage will provide a very real insight into the horrors of the Final Solution as you tour the buildings of the camp, many left as they were discovered in 1945.

Returning to the city, you’ll be free to explore. Visit the Kazimierz quarter or the poignant Pharmacy Under The Eagle Museum, across the river in the Podgórze district that became Kraków’s cramped wartime ghetto.

Day Four – Optional excursion to Wieliczka salt mines Today, you’re free to discover more of the city’s sights, perhaps returning to a place of interest or looking for souvenirs of your visit. Alternatively, join our optional excursion to the astonishing salt mine at Wieliczka, just a short journey from the city.

This UNESCO -listed monument was first excavated a thousand years ago. And, while its vast underground chambers no longer function as a mine, it remains one of Poland’s most fascinating attractions. Subterranean walkways lead past some remarkable natural

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Hotel Wyspiański, Kraków HHH

Bed & Breakfast from £559

With a central location, this modern, comfortable hotel is just 500m from Kraków’s Market Square. Guestrooms are contemporary, with a relaxed feel, and feature TVs and free Wi-Fi. Premium twin and double guestrooms offer air conditioning along with additional space, a sofa, a fridge, and tea/ coffee-making facilities.

INX Design Hotel, Kraków HHHH Bed & Breakfast from £714

An Art Deco style enhances the feel of this uniquely vibrant hotel, set in the heart of Kraków. Guestrooms are colourful and include air-

conditioning, mini-bars, TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities and free Wi-Fi. Premium guestrooms have a little more space, and in addition to the facilities above, also have bathrobes, slippers, and a complimentary beauty set.

Radison Blu Hotel, Kraków HHHHH Bed & Breakfast from £768

This sleek hotel is within walking distance from the medieval main square. A relaxed restaurant serves international dishes, and there is a chic bar with a piano, along with a wellness centre, a spa, and an exercise room. Refined guestrooms feature mini-bars, TVs, tea/coffee-makers and free Wi-Fi.

and man-made wonders, including a full-sized chapel carved out of the salt and, on the very lowest level, a stupendous concert hall. A museum of mining gives an in-depth impression of what life was like for the miners, and your visit will end in the subterranean gift shop and café before you return to the surface by lift.

Later, make the most of your final evening in Kraków, reliving the excitement of the last few days.

Day Five – Fly back to the UK Depending on your flight time, you may have time to catch a final glimpse of this majestic city before we transfer you to the airport to check in for your flight home.

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“ Every aspect of the tour was first-class. Kraków is a beautiful city that needs to be seen – we’ll be back for a second trip for sure. ,, Linda

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Two-night Warsaw Extension from £859 Travel by high-speed train to Poland’s royal capital Warsaw for another two nights. On the sixth day, set off on a guided tour around Warsaw’s old town, visiting the striking Wilanów Palace, the Palace of Culture & Science, and the Warsaw Rising Museum. Your guide will lead you around the streets, passing by the beautiful architecture while you learn about the city’s past. Stay at the threestar Hotel MDM in the centre of Warsaw, looking out over the Plac Konstytucji square and housed in a grand neoclassical building.

Kraków, Poland

Wieliczka Salt Mines, Poland

Auschwitz, Poland

Day Three – Included day trip to AuschwitzBirkenau Today includes an unforgettable

8-day escorted tour from £1,245

Prague, Vienna & Budapest

Explore a trio of Europe’s most vibrant and colourful cities, their scenic surroundings and the glorious ‘Blue’ Danube.

Day One – Fly to Prague Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and transfer to the hotel. Dependent upon your arrival time, there may be the opportunity of a first exploration of the Czech capital.

Day Two – Included walking tour of Prague and optional river cruise Get to know one of Europe’s most beautiful capitals, which has miraculously survived the turbulent centuries unscathed. Join your guide for a walking tour, which will introduce you to the exquisite old town, or Staré Mesto, the city’s heart since the 13th-century. As you walk from the old town across Charles Bridge, you’ll arrive in Malá Strana, with its narrow, cobbled-stone streets, pretty churches and 18th-century Baroque palaces.

Continue through Malá Strana and you’ll come to the steeply sloping Hradcany district, dominated by the imposing Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral, burial place of the ‘Good King’ Wenceslas and the Czech Republic’s largest church. The energetic who wish to climb the 200 plus stairs up to imposing Prague Castle will be rewarded with magnificent vistas of the city.

Following the tour, the rest of the day is free for you to explore at your leisure. This evening, why not join our optional river cruise with buffet dinner?

Day Three – Optional tour of Dresden Explore the fascinating city of Prague under your own steam today, or join the optional excursion to the former Eastern Germany’s Baroque gem Dresden, with its restored glories, including the stupendous Frauenkirche, which lay in ruins from 1945 until its rebuilding following Reunification.

After a fascinating day, return to spend a final evening in Prague.

Day Four – Travel through Bohemia to Vienna Take your leave of Prague to head south into a rolling, romantic region of dense forests, medieval towns and hill -top castles. By early afternoon, you’ll have crossed into Austria and will arrive in the great Imperial city of Vienna. Enjoy a guided introduction to the magnificent seat of the Hapsburg Empire, with its imposing Baroque palaces and cathedral.

The world-famous Hofburg Palace is home to the Spanish Riding School, the Vienna Boys’ Choir, several museums and the Austrian President.

Available Sep to Oct 2024, Feb to Jun & Aug to Nov 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Birmingham £1,249 • Edinburgh £1,409 • Gatwick £1,275 • Heathrow £1,335

• Luton £1,245 • Manchester £1,489

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• Evening Prague River Cruise – from £42

• Dresden Tour (full day) – from £29

• Schönbrunn Palace Tour (half day) – from £29

• Folklore Evening Budapest – from £49

Room for Sole Use from £364

Please note: On certain dates, you’ll be accommodated in different hotels of a similar standard.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 40 minutes.

Prague, Czech Republic

Budapest, Hungary

Belvedere Palace, Vienna

Vienna is famous as the home of the kaffeehaus, and no doubt during your visit there’ll be time to sit and enjoy coffee and cake in one of several celebrated Viennese meeting places.

Day Five – Optional visit to the Schönbrunn Palace This morning, explore the city once again, or join the optional excursion to the Schönbrunn Palace, one of Austria’s greatest treasures and a magnificent building that once echoed with the music of the young Mozart.

Enjoy a second evening in Vienna.

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Day Six – Continue to Budapest via Bratislava Bid farewell to the Austrian capital and cross into picturesque Slovakia and its wonderful capital, Bratislava, delightfully set on the Danube

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy an included tour of historic Prague

• See Charles’ Bridge’s blackened statues and the old town Square’s astronomical clock

• Journey through beautiful, forested Bohemia

• Enjoy a guided tour that brings to life imperial Vienna

• See the Ringstrasse buildings and the Hofburg Palace –home to the Spanish Riding School of Vienna

• Pay a visit to cosmopolitan Bratislava, en route to Hungary

• Explore twin city Budapest, with its style and traditional thermal baths on a guided tour

• Board a Danube River cruise in Budapest, with views of the vast Gothic Parliament

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star bed and breakfast accommodation

• Outbound flight to Prague, returning from Budapest, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

River close to the point where Austria and Hungary converge.

A cosmopolitan mix of Central European influences, Bratislava boasts glorious Baroque palaces and some stunning churches. After a fascinating few hours in the city, re-board the coach to make the onward journey into Hungary and its glorious Danube-side capital Budapest, for a last two - night stay.

Day Seven – Included Budapest tour and Danube cruise and optional folklore evening Enjoy this morning’s introductory tour of the ‘twin’ city, set astride the river. On one side sits Buda, an elegant hillside of opulent buildings, while opposite Pest is a bustling hive of museums, galleries, thermal baths, restaurants and bars. Discover the former’s castle district, with its delightful medieval houses and the fascinating Matyas Church with its medieval frescoes. In Pest, the vast riverside Gothic Parliament and the grandiose Heroes’ Square, with its imposing columns and statues, are just two of the highlights. This morning’s included tour will bring to life the major sights, including Buda’s Castle Hill, home to the former Royal Palace, the Castle District’s maze of winding streets, Mátyás Church and the

Hotel Ametyst, Prague HHHH Bed & Breakfast nights 1-3

Based in a quieter part of Prague’s Vinohrady district, this boutique hotel boasts convenient transport links around the Czech capital. Benefiting from classical art décor throughout, the hotel offers a lobby bar as well as a wellness centre featuring a solarium, sauna and massage facilities.

Please note: For 2024 departures, you’ll stay in Hotel Panorama.

Austria Trend Hotel Ananas, Vienna HHHH Bed & Breakfast nights 4-5

An imposing hotel just a five-minute drive from the State Opera in the heart of Vienna. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature Rococo décor and modern

Fisherman’s Bastion, with its views across to Pest on the opposite shore. Bustling, stylish Pest, with its sweeping boulevards, elegant stores, and the Belváros old town, is a hive of designer stores, coffee houses, patisseries and restaurants, many found along Váci utca, the pedestrianised main shopping street. Later this afternoon, enjoy an included river cruise, while this evening, you’ll have the chance to join an optional folklore evening of traditional Hungarian music and food, no doubt reflecting on a wonderful break.

Day Eight – Return to the UK Transfer to Budapest airport for your return flight.

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amenities, along with mini-bars, TVs, and hairdryers. A café provides typical Viennese coffee house culture, a restaurant serves international dishes, and guests have access to a souvenir shop and hair salon.

Hamilton by Hilton, Budapest HHHH Bed & Breakfast nights 6-7

Set in the centre of Budapest, this modern hotel boasts a lobby bar, serving daily buffet breakfasts and light bites, as well as a well-equipped fitness suite. Sleek guestrooms are air-conditioned throughout and offer safes, TVs, free Wi-Fi and mini-bars as well as hairdryers and tea/coffeemaking facilities.

Please note: For 2024 departures, you’ll stay in Intercity Hotel Budapest.

Austria Trend Hotel Ananas. Vienna

Hotel Ametyst, Prague

Hofburg Palace, Vienna

Zwinger Museum, Dresden Prague, Czech Republic

8-day escorted tour from £1,295

Dubrovnik, Montenegro & the Dalmatian Coast

On this marvellous two-centre holiday, you’ll discover one of Europe’s most idyllic regions on the shores of the Blue Adriatic.

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Day One – Fly to Dubrovnik and travel to Drvenik Upon arrival, meet your driver and make the scenic journey north to Drvenik and your hotel.

The transfer time from the airport is approximately three hours, so sit back and relax as you enjoy the scenic journey. On arrival, get to know your surroundings and spend a first evening on the shores of the Adriatic, perhaps enjoying a nightcap under the stars.

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Day Two – Included Split and Trogir excursion

On today’s included tour, you’ll journey first to Croatia’s historic, vibrant second city Split, where highlights include a wondrous, colourful, bustling old town and the crumbling ruins of the palace of Roman Emperor Diocletian.

You’ll then discover the walled, island-town of Trogir, which, with its Romanesque cathedral, narrow streets and its own seafront promenade, is one of the most enticing settlements on the whole Croatian coast. Cross to the island via a bridge and enter a timeless collection of palaces, ancient churches, and hidden courtyards lined with dozens of restaurants, cafés and a variety of shops, where the sense of times past is never quite overcome.

Day Three – Included Krka National Park excursion Today’s tour takes in the tumbling waterfalls, deep gorges and picturesque lakes of the beautiful Krka National Park, which stretches some 12 miles through a valley from the delightful harbour town of Skradin, with its stone-built houses and colourful waterfront. There’ll then be the opportunity to see the park’s cascades and perhaps take a stroll through the verdant surrounding forest on prepared wooden walkways. A last dinner will be served at the hotel this evening.

Day Four – Travel to Mlini via Mostar Leaving Drvenik after breakfast this morning, you’ll journey south past the River Neretva delta – a wildlife paradise home to several endangered

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Bristol £1,385 • East Midlands £1,435 • Edinburgh £1,509 • Gatwick £1,295

• Manchester £1,335 • Newcastle £1,599

Room for Sole Use from £239

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is three hours on arrival and 30 minutes on departure.

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Trogir Split

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Mostar Bridge, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Dubrovnik Old Town, Croatia

bird species – and on into Bosnia and Herzegovina and historic Mostar, with its lovingly restored bridge. The original bridge stood for 427 years and was destroyed in the Croat–Bosniak War in 1993, before being restored in the early 21st century.

After the opportunity to explore the colourful town, a UNESCO -listed area boasting one of Europe’s oldest continuously trading markets, you’ll then travel on to your beautifully located second hotel, where dinner will be served.

Day Five – Included Dubrovnik guided tour As a memorable day unfolds, you’ll get to know stunning Dubrovnik, the incomparable ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, with its captivating medieval old town and ancient city walls, the views from which stretch out over the red-roofed buildings towards the sea beyond. Join the guided tour, which will include the medieval old town, its pedestrianised central street, Stradun, running from the Pile Gate to busy Luza Square, overlooked by the carved stone façade of the impressive Sponza Palace and the graceful Baroque St Blaise’s Church. Other highlights of the walking tour will include the Franciscan Monastery, and the Rector’s

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Hotel Ivando, Drvenik

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend three nights on the beautiful Makarska Riviera

• Discover and explore Roman Split, Croatia’s stunning second city, with its exquisite 4th-century Diocletian’s Palace at its centre

• Visit the walled island-city Trogir with its Romanesque cathedral

• Enjoy a day in the beautiful Krka National Park

• Journey south via historic Mostar, with its famous bridge

• Experience four nights on the Dubrovnik Riviera

• Explore Dubrovnik, the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’

• Take advantage of a full-day discovering idyllic Montenegro, one of ‘new Europe’s’ most sparkling jewels

• See the spectacular Bay of Kotor, southern Europe’s largest ‘fjord’

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three- and four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Dubrovnik, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Palace, the seat of the government in the former Dubrovnik Republic.

The energetic can walk the entirety of the walls, while others might enjoy a seat in one of the city’s many pavement cafés, before returning to the hotel.

Day Six – Included tour of Montenegro, the Bay of Kotor and Budva Your last included excursion sees you drive south to the breath-takingly beautiful country of Montenegro, home to some of the Mediterranean’s most stunning beaches, luxuriant pine forests and some enchanting, preserved medieval settlements, all nestled against a backdrop of high mountains crossed by crystal-clear glacial streams.

Today, you’ll see the spectacular Bay of Kotor, Southern Europe’s largest fjord, and stop to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Kotor itself, with its ancient old town. Visit Budva, one of the oldest settlements in the Adriatic, and now a picturesque and thriving holiday resort with beautiful beaches, and picture-perfect surroundings, before returning to your hotel in time for dinner.

Day Seven – Day at leisure Enjoy a final day’s rest and relaxation, perhaps returning to Dubrovnik’s enthralling streets once more, or

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Half-Board nights 1-3

This well-appointed, family run hotel, in the heart of the Makarska Riviera, is situated in the small village of Drvenik. It sits approximately 60 metres from the crystal-clear blue waters and white pebble beach, is beautifully shaded by pine trees, and looks out over a lovely vista. Inside it boasts a restaurant and bar area, reception and a lift, as well as comfortable, air-conditioned guestrooms offering Wi-Fi, satellite TV, hairdryers, mini-bars and side sea views.

Hotel Astarea, Mlini

even take to the blue waters of the Adriatic that lap the shore. Secluded rocky coves and several tiny beaches provide opportunities for swimming, while more energetic pursuits can be enjoyed on this wonderful week.

This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at the hotel and a last balmy Croatian evening, no doubt reflecting on a fantastic break.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Bid farewell to Croatia and your hosts this morning, as you prepare to make the short transfer to the airport for the return flight at the end of a marvellous holiday.

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“ We had a wonderful holiday! Our guide and driver were first-class, and the itinerary was excellent, as we visited three countries in one week. Both the hotels were lovely with delicious meals, and the staff were friendly. ,, Helen

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Half-Board nights 4-7

Set looking out across the Adriatic Sea in a quiet bay, this sleek hotel has direct access to a pebbled beach. Light and airy guestrooms have either a view of the Mediterranean garden or sea and feature TVs, safes, air conditioning, hairdryers, and free Wi-Fi. There are two expansive swimming pools, four bars and restaurants, a wellness centre, and a spa.

Please note: Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in conveniently located, alternative hotels of a similar standard.

Krka National Park, Croatia

Old Town Budva, Montenegro

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Hotel Astarea, Mlini

Hotel Ivando, Drvenik

Delights of Croatia

A group holiday exclusively for solo travellers, free of hassle and focused on two heavenly Mediterranean islands, Korčula and Hvar.

Day One – Transfer from Split airport to Trogir

This tour is made up exclusively of solo travellers.

After arriving at Split airport, you’ll meet your driver and the other solo travellers joining you on this island-hopping getaway. You’ll then take a transfer to Trogir, where you’ll be welcomed with dinner and drinks at your sea-facing hotel to start your holiday right.

Day Two – Included visit to Trogir and afternoon at leisure Once you’ve had breakfast, your tour manager will escort you around the walled, island town of Trogir, the most preserved medieval town in central Europe, and a filming location for the popular Game of Thrones series. Despite its small size, Trogir packs a mighty punch when it comes to historical architecture. It’s very typical of other medieval towns in Croatia, with a mixture of Romanesque and Gothic elements, however, there are some notable highlights as well. One of these is the Cathedral of St. Lawrence, a striking example of Renaissance architecture, with an unrivalled view of the Adriatic Sea from the top. The rest of the day is then free to amble around the cobbled streets at your own pace, perhaps strolling along the lively promenade and pausing at one of the many bars and cafés to sip on an iced refreshment.

Day Three – Transfer from Trogir to Korčula and wine tasting with a traditional snack

Following breakfast, check out of the hotel, and sit back as you set off on a scenic transfer to the olive-grove-laden island, Korčula, with its medieval town. While driving along the Dalmatian Coast, the group will drop in at a local vineyard by Peljesac Peninsula, where you’ll enjoy a wine tasting paired with a traditional snack.

Day Four – Included tour of Korčula, with a visit to the Marco Polo House Enjoy breakfast before embarking on a tour of Korčula’s town, observing its Roman influence evident in the archaeological remnants, squares, palaces and churches. Despite being the sixth largest island in Croatia, Korčula isn’t nearly as popular as other islands in the region (probably due to its distance from the major cities), which means you can expect fewer crowds as the group seeks out the major landmarks. The town is enclosed by Venetian fortifications and is known as ‘Little Dubrovnik’ because of its fortress-like appearance. According to legend, the island was founded by the Trojan hero Antenor, a member of the Trojan royal family, in the 12th century BC. Many people, however, know it as the birthplace

Available Sep, Oct 2024 & 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from • Gatwick £2,029 • Luton £2,005 • Manchester £2,705

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holiday

• Hvar Island Excursion – from £75

• Dubrovnik City Tour – from £112

Tour Only without flights from £1,700

Make your own way to the airport or your hotel.

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately 30 minutes.

Hvar Town, Croatia

Solo Traveller

Korčula Island, Croatia

Polo – the writer that introduced Europeans to the wonders of China along the Silk Road. You’ll get the option to visit this influential traveller’s family home, a small stone building, with an ivy-clad tower that overlooks the sea.

Day Five – Day at leisure or optional day trip to Dubrovnik Once you’ve had breakfast, you can choose to meander around Korčula on your own agenda or join other travellers on an optional excursion to the ancient city of Dubrovnik for the day. Whether you’re exploring the old town’s Gothic-Renaissance and red-roofed buildings or walking along the ancient city walls to take in the surrounding vista, the history and culture ensure a wish-list experience. On the guided tour, you’ll get to see the pedestrianised central street, Stradun, running from the Pile Gate to busy Luza Square and overlooked by the carved stone façade of the impressive Sponza Palace, as well as the baroque St Blaise’s Church. Other highlights will include the Franciscan Monastery and the Rector’s Palace, the seat of the government in the former Dubrovnik Republic. The energetic can walk the entirety of the city walls, while others can take a seat in one of the city’s many pavement cafés returning to the hotel.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Explore the island town of Trogir, the most preserved medieval town in central Europe

• Learn about the legends of Korčula, including Antenor, the founder of Korčula, and its Roman past

• Visit the family home of Marco Polo, an Italian merchant, explorer and writer

• Sample local wines and snacks at a vineyard along the Peljesac Peninsula

• Discover the rich history and cultural landmarks of Stari Grad, the oldest town in Croatia

• Walk across the UNESCO -listed Stari Grad Plain, a preserved agricultural landscape

• Amble around Hvar, calling at its fortress and cathedral on an optional excursion

• Join an optional excursion to fortified Dubrovnik, with its medieval town and ancient city walls

• Eight nights’ half-board accommodation in a series of good quality hotels

• Return flights to Split, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Six – Transfer from Korčula to Hvar Have breakfast, check out and transfer from one beautiful island to the next, Hvar.

Day Seven – Included tour of Stari Grad with a visit to Stari Grad Plain After breakfast, the group will be taken on a tour of Stari Grad, the oldest town in Croatia. Your guide will lead you along the sleepy winding streets while detailing its past and how it was founded in 384 BC by the ancient Greeks. The main attraction, Star Grad Plain, will be visited, and you’ll have a chance to learn about this 80-hectare agricultural colony, which has been in use for over 2,400 years. You’ll walk through the olive groves and vineyards, observing a living museum of agricultural history and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stari Grad also boasts numerous cultural landmarks, including the Dominican Monastery, which houses a collection of art and artefacts from the medieval period.

Day Eight – Day at leisure or optional Hvar Island excursion It’s your last day and once you’ve had breakfast, you can explore on your own or opt for a tour of Hvar, removing the stress of decision-making. The excursion will begin with a visit to the small town of Jelsa before travelling to Hvar’s old town, a teeming hub of

Hotel Medena, Trogir HHH

Half-Board nights 1-2

Nestled on the pristine beach-front of Seget Donji, just moments from the charming town of Trogir, this coastal haven boasts an array of amenities. Each simply decorated guestroom features air conditioning, a TV, a mini-bar, and a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer.

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Airy, colourful guestrooms include balconies or terraces, air conditioning, TV, mini-bars, free Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms with showers and hairdryers. The resort encompasses a wellness centre with outdoor swimming pools, sports facilities, a private beach, restaurants and bars.

activity with vibrant nightlife, pristine beaches, and remarkable architecture. Formally known as Pharos, Hvar’s historical legacy dates back to Neolithic times. The group will explore the town’s historic landmarks, including the 13th-century Hvar Cathedral and the imposing Fortica Fortress. Next, you’ll arrive at Vrboska, known as the ‘Little Venice of Croatia’ for its charming canal system and unique architecture. The village of Brusje will follow, with its beautiful view of the sea, and then the coach will continue through Grablje and Selca to reach the medieval town of Stari Grad. Lastly, you’ll visit the Renaissance-style Tvrdalj Castle, the summer residence of Croatian poet Petar Hektorovi, built in the 16th century. During the final evening, a farewell dinner will be served with your new-found friends – the perfect opportunity to reflect over the week and share memories.

Day Nine – Transfer from Hvar to Split for flight back to the UK Following breakfast, you’ll check out of the hotel and a catamaran will take you to the Split port, where you’ll then be transferred to Spilt airport for your flight.

Senses Resort, Vrboska HHH

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A modern resort, ringed by pine forests and looking out over the Adriatic Sea. Neutrally decorated guestrooms have mini-bars, balconies or terraces, and TVs. There is a heated outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, with a sprawling terrace and views of the sea, as well as a trendy bar and a beach bar/café. A gym, a spa with a sauna and hot tub, and tennis courts are available.

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Croatia’s Istrian

Riviera & Lake Bled

Enjoy elegance and grandeur on the blue Adriatic, Roman glories, stunning scenery and one of Europe’s most beautiful lakes.

Day One – Fly to Venice Upon arrival in Venice, transfer to your hotel with a brief journey through Slovenia and into Croatia. You’ll arrive this afternoon in Lovran, a sun-kissed corner of the Adriatic Coast, set on the Kvarner Gulf.

Day Two – Day at leisure in Lovran Today is free to enjoy the facilities and explore the delights of Lovran. A popular destination for the nobility of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Lovran has a rich history dating back to the Roman era and is the perfect destination for peace and tranquillity. Sit and relax with a drink in St George’s square and enjoy the town’s relaxed Adriatic atmosphere

Day Three – Included Istrian Peninsula excursion The first of the included tours, taken in the company of your friendly tour manager, showcases the beauty of the adjacent Istrian peninsular. Highlights will include bustling Pula, the provincial capital famed for its vast Roman amphitheatre, the immense arches of which tower over the city’s port and ancient centre. You’ll also discover the remarkable Lim Fjord, a wooded coastal valley and the legendary one -time hideaway of the pirate Captain Morgan. You’ll visit stunning Rovinj, which rises

Venice-like out of the water and is topped by a beautiful Baroque church. Climb through the narrow streets, which lead ever upwards to enjoy the tremendous view, before returning to the harbour front below, perhaps to enjoy a well-deserved ice - cream.

Day Four – Included Slovenia and Lake Bled excursion Today’s long but memorable excursion journeys north through scenic countryside into Slovenia, past the country’s capital Ljubljana to beautiful Lake Bled. Ringed by forested hills and looking out across the usually still waters to an off-shore island crowned by its Gothic church, Bled is a wonderfully appointed resort town surrounded by the delights of nature. You’ll have views of

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Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately three hours.

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Bled Castle, which overlooks the town from a lofty perch on the opposite shore, before spending time taking in the lakeside resort. Enjoy a pleasant lunch (on your own account), or perhaps board a gondola across to the island with its Baroque church (payable locally). The energetic can row themselves! You’ll return to Lovran this evening in time for dinner.

Day Five – Day at leisure or optional Krk and Cres islands excursion Rest and relax in the hotel and its surroundings, or join today’s optional tour by boat to two contrasting islands lying off the beautiful Croatian coast.

Board your vessel for the day in Opatija and head across the blue waters first to Krk, the largest of the Kvarner Gulf island group, where main Krk Town was once a Roman bastion. Crossing the narrow Oprna strait, you’ll come across Krk’s slightly smaller neighbouring island, Cres. Overlooking the island’s rugged coastline, from its hilltop perch, will be your next stop, the charming fishing port and historic town of Beli. You’ll finish off this memorable day by tucking into a traditional fish-picnic, prepared by the crew.

Day Six – Included tour of Plitvice National Park The last of the included excursions heads inland

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Hotel Excelsior, Lovran

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy a weeks stay in elegant Lovran, the former Hapsburg dynasty retreat

• Explore the beautiful Istrian Peninsula on an unforgettable tour

• Discover Roman Pula’s stunning amphitheatre

• Visit picture-perfect Rovinj, with its old town perched on a picturesque headland

• Visit exquisite Lake Bled, Slovenia’s most charming attraction

• See the stunning waterfalls and breathtaking scenery in the Plitvice National Park

• Enjoy the chance to visit the beautiful islands of Krk and Cres on an optional tour

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Venice, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

to what is justifiably Croatia’s most celebrated and most visited natural attraction. 16 separate bodies of water are backed by breath-taking scenery, and linked by a series of rushing waterfalls and rapids, which tumble down the ancient, timeweathered terraces. Journeying through the beautiful scenery of Croatia’s interior, you’ll spend time exploring the park on foot before returning to Lovran this evening.

Day Seven – Day at leisure or optional Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle excursion Spend a final day in the hotel or Lovran, or join a final tour, crossing the border once again into Slovenia and the rolling Karst region, which has lent its name to anywhere in the world where underground streams and caves are found. Today, you’ll visit the giant chasm at Postojna, travelling by train some two miles underground, then walking with a personal ‘audio-guide’ through a wonderfully illuminated nether world of stalactites and stalagmites, where the strange ‘human fish’ – a tiny amphibian – lives out its sightless life.

After a fascinating visit, you’ll journey on to historic Predjama Castle, magically built into a sheer cliff face, with its upper floor stairwells carved from the bedrock. You’ll return to enjoy dinner and your

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Ringed by trees and facing the Adriatic Sea, this sleek hotel encompasses an expansive outdoor saltwater swimming pool and offers access to the sea. There is also an indoor swimming pool, an on-site spa and tennis courts. Guests can enjoy cocktails on the bar’s outdoor terrace, which looks out over the Opatija Riviera. Air-conditioned, modern guestrooms, with views of the surrounding parklands or Lovran village, feature minibars, TVs, telephone, hairdryers, and free Wi-Fi.

last evening in Lovran, no doubt reflecting on a wonderful and relaxing break in one of Europe’s most scenic corners.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Bid farewell to your warm and welcoming hosts this morning as you transfer to the airport for the return flight to the UK, after a wonderful stay in a delightful corner of the world.

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Croatian Island

Hopping

Calling at some of the Dalmatian coast’s most sublime isles, this intimate cruise allows time for paddling in turquoise waters, tasting local wines, and strolling through centuries-old towns.

Day One – Fly to Split You’ll touch down at Split airport, Croatia’s second-largest city and be transferred to the port. From here, you’ll board your home on the water for the next few nights, the supreme class MS Equator. Compact and ideal for traversing the country’s idyllic coastline, this vessel of 18 well-equipped and comfortable cabins encompasses a modern and elegant design with three decks, a restaurant, a bar, and a Jacuzzi. Settle into your cabin for a welcome reception in the evening, followed by dinner.

Day Two – Cruise to Bol on Brač and Jelsa Enjoy your first breakfast on board as the vessel travels to Bol on Brač Island, with one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean, Zlatni Rat (the Golden Horn). This stretch of smooth white pebbles is constantly shaped by the wind and ocean currents. Weather permitting, you can take a dip in its surrounding crystal-clear waters before lunch is served back on the deck. The vessel will then continue to the town of Jelsa in the centre of Hvar Island and ringed by pine forests. You’ll be welcomed by the pretty bay and have a chance to wander around its old stone streets and a coffee in the main 16th-century square, Pjaca. On its side,

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you’ll see a natural spring that has been used by the local people since ancient times. This evening, you’ll be free to explore Jelsa at your own pace, perhaps having dinner at one of the waterfront restaurants.

Day Three – Cruise to Korčula with an included walking tour and wine tasting Early this morning, you’ll journey to the island of Korčula, have breakfast and perhaps, a swim in one of the nearby bays. You can then lounge on the sun deck and eat lunch before docking at the harbour and visiting the walled medieval town. Famed as the birthplace of the famous explorer, Marco Polo, Korčula will be explored on a guided walking tour, which will take you around its labyrinth of streets. Points of interest include the striking St. Mark’s Cathedral, a prominent landmark with a bell tower, the Marco Polo House, a museum dedicated to the pioneer, and the 16th-century Renaissancestyle Gabrielis Palace. This island is also known for its wine production, especially the white wine variety, Pošip, and you’ll get to sample some of the local labels and learn about the wine-making process at a popular bar. Another free evening allows you to survey the town at your leisure, perhaps taking a stroll along the

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city walls as the sun sets over the Adriatic and tasting the seafood at an open-air restaurant.

Day Four – Cruise to Dubrovnik Once you’ve had breakfast, you’ll head to Dubrovnik, the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, a famous UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient city. On the guided tour, you’ll get to see the pedestrianised central street, Stradun, running from the Pile Gate to busy Luza Square and overlooked by the carved stone façade of the impressive Sponza Palace, as well as the baroque St Blaise’s Church. Next, you’ll have the chance to uncover more fascinating landmarks from the Franciscan Monastery, home to Europe’s second oldest pharmacy, to the Rector’s Palace, which was once the seat of government for the former Dubrovnik republic. The energetic can walk the entirety of the city walls, while others can take a seat in one of the city’s many pavement cafés. You can also take a boat ride to the nearby Lokrum Island, home to a botanical garden, a salt lake, and a historic Benedictine monastery (payable locally). Alternatively, choose to travel by cable car to the summit of Mount Srđ, which overlooks the city’s red-roofed buildings and the shimmering waters below (on your own account). Choose from one of the city’s restaurants for dinner this evening as the vessel will dock here for the night.

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MS Equator

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Board the supreme class MS Equator for seven nights

• Swim in the waters of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful beach on the island of Bol on Brač

• Wander around the old town of Jelsa with its pretty bay

• Visit Korčula, the birthplace of the Marco Polo

• Spend time in the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, Dubrovnik

• Explore the sprawling, wildlife-rich Mljet National Park

• Celebrate your cruising experience alongside your fellow travellers with a special Captain’s dinner

• Discover the highlights of Hvar, a popular summer resort

• Experience Split with its lively waterfront promenade and historic heart

• A welcome dinner and a Captain’s dinner

• Six buffet breakfasts, six three-course lunches with salad bar, with complimentary coffee, tea, and fresh fruits available daily

• Seven nights’ half-board accommodation aboard the MS Equator

• Return flights to Split, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Five – Cruise to Mljet National Park During breakfast, you can sit back and relax as the vessel ventures north to the island of Mljet, where the expansive Mljet National Park can be found. Made up of five types of forests and featuring two deep interconnected salt lakes, Veliko Jezero (Great Lake) and Malo Jezero (Small Lake), this is a natural haven for wildlife and several bird species. Your cruise manager will take you into the heart of the park along the scenic trails to these two salt lakes, pointing out St. Mary’s Island, with its Benedictine monastery and church. You can also choose to rent bicycles, scooters, or kayaks to do some sightseeing of your own. The 3,000-yearold Odysseus Cave is worth checking out because of its connection to Homer’s epic poem, The Odyssey – it’s believed to be the cave where Odysseus sought shelter. Perhaps have a drink at the vessel’s bar this evening and then enjoy a special Captain’s dinner with the other travellers.

Day Six – Cruise to Hvar Start the day with breakfast and a morning swim as you sail and have lunch on board later. In the afternoon, you’ll arrive at the port of Hvar Island, a popular summer resort enclosed by 13th-century walls and sprawling lavender fields. A walking tour will reveal Hvar’s main sights, such as the old town’s

A compact, and modern vessel of 18 cabins, ideal for sailing around Croatia’s coastline and islands. Although small in size, this vessel boasts ample space and communal areas, as well as a saloon, a restaurant, a bar, a swimming platform, an observation deck, an outdoor Jacuzzi, and a sun deck with sunchairs. The 18 cabins with double or twin beds feature contemporary décor, en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, TVs, safes, hairdryers, and free Wi-Fi. Lower deck cabins have portholes and main deck cabins have a window and a door.

main square, St Stephen’s Square, Hvar Cathedral with its bell tower, and Hvar Public Theatre, one of the oldest public theatres in Europe, dating back to the 17th century. A free evening means you can soak up the atmospheric nightlife.

Day Seven – Sail to Split Following breakfast, the vessel will make its way to the final port, Spilt, with a swim stop to cool off and lunch on board. Upon arriving at the island, you’ll go on a walking tour of the inner city, visiting Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the bestpreserved Roman monuments in the world. You’ll also get to view the central Peristyle Square with its marble colonnaded design and the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, built as the mausoleum of Emperor Diocletian and reflecting an elaborate Romanesque design. You can climb the bell tower for panoramic views over the city, too. It’s your last evening and you can spend it on Split’s Riva waterfront promenade, bustling with restaurants and bars, and looking out over the Adriatic Sea. Enjoy a chilled beverage as the sun goes down followed by a dinner of local delicacies.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK You’ll depart the vessel after a final breakfast this morning and be transferred to Split airport for your flight home.

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Adriatic Coast –Dubrovnik,

Neum & Mostar

Experience the Adriatic Balkans at their most authentic with this unmissable tour of Bosnia and Croatia’s captivating cities.

Day One – Fly to Dubrovnik Begin your adventure in the Adriatic with a flight to Dubrovnik, where you’ll meet your driver, before transferring to Neum. Enjoy an afternoon to settle into your hotel whether from its rooftop swimming pool or in the comfort of your room. As the sun sets, visit the hotel’s restaurant for your three-course dinner.

Day Two – Included tour of Mostar and Blagaj with a tasting of a local delicacy and Bosnia and Herzegovinian coffee/tea Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before setting off to historic Mostar and the village of Blagaj.

Straddling the River Neretva, Mostar’s famous medieval bridges are the centrepieces of this vibrant city. Make your way to Stari Most, the most historically significant of the city’s bridges, and wander along the Neretva waterfront, which promises views of palm-studded banks and turquoise waters. After a morning’s sightseeing, you’ll be free to explore at leisure. The Bazaar Kujundžiluk, Mostar’s old market with its stores and restaurants, is definitely worth a visit.

Your next stop will be Blagaj, a perfect example of authentic Balkan charm nestled amongst cliffside waterfalls. Here, you’ll visit the Blagaj Tekke, a riverside Dervish monastery, which features a Sufi

mausoleum and a medieval Ottoman bath. Try a traditional Bosnian coffee and rahat lokum, a local variation on Turkish Delight.

You’ll return to the hotel this evening for dinner. Day Three – Day at leisure or optional tour of Medjugorje and Kravica Waterfall with a traditional lunch and wine tasting After breakfast, you’ll be free to spend time under your own steam. Alternatively, you’ll have the opportunity to experience Herzegovina’s striking natural beauty with an optional trip to Kravica Waterfall. Set amongst the imposing tufa (exposed limestone) landscapes, this reserve offers the perfect backdrop for a relaxed morning stroll. You’ll then swap natural beauty for the country’s religious heritage with a tour of Medjugorje, a place of pilgrimage made famous for sightings of the Virgin Mary in the 1980s.

Delve into Medjugorje’s history before immersing yourself in the town’s Christian legend with sightseeing around Apparition Hill, where the area’s original eight witnesses claim to have seen the Virgin Mary. You’ll also stop at the Plavi Kriz (Blue Cross in English), which became a symbol of Christian defiance in the face of religious

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Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour and 15 minutes.

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prohibition, before a visit to the town’s famed sanctuary, a shrine visited by millions every year.

Concluding your tour of Medjugorje, call at a neighbouring vineyard for a traditional ‘under the bell’ lunch, a Balkan cooking method similar to using a Dutch oven, as well as wine tasting with prosciutto and cheese.

However you choose to spend your day, reconvene at the hotel’s restaurant this evening for dinner.

Day Four – Day at leisure or optional visit to Ston with oyster and mussel tasting Enjoy the day at your own pace or take an optional tour of neighbouring Ston.

You’ll be free to explore the town’s harbourfront and call at one of its historic saltworks which remains a huge industry across the peninsula to this day. While exploring Ston’s bustling wharfs, you’ll have the chance to discover its best sights with a guided tour. From the town’s imposing walls, Stonkske Zidine (nicknamed the ‘European Great Walls of China’ by locals) to its trio of landmark sister forts, you’ll find plenty of intrigue in this harbourtown. You’ll then be treated to a tasting of the region’s famous fresh oysters and mussels before finding somewhere for lunch at one of the local eateries.

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Hotel Nova, Neum

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Unwind with a stay in a luxury four-star beach resort located on Bosnia’s idyllic coastline

• Discover Mostar with a guided tour of its most iconic sights along the Neretva River

• Visit Blagaj Tekke and sample rahat lokum, a local delicacy similar to Turkish Delight and traditional Bosnian tea/coffee

• Explore UNESCO -listed Dubrovnik and its famed old town, ringed by ancient walls

• Immerse yourself in the Balkans’ natural beauty with a tour of Vjetrenica Cave and optional visits to Kravica Waterfall and the Pelješac peninsula

• Experience authentic Dalmatian culture with an optional visit to Ston and an oyster and mussel tasting

• Embark on an optional pilgrimage through the sacred town of Medjugorje with wine tasting

• Seven breakfasts and seven three-course dinners

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Dubrovnik, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

This afternoon, discover Ston’s scenic coastline. Verdant island landscapes compliment the Adriatic’s pristine white-sand beaches and coastal lagoons. You can take in the peninsula’s stunning coastal vistas before returning westward to Neum for dinner at the hotel’s restaurant.

Day Five – Included excursion to Dubrovnik Have breakfast at the hotel before travelling along the Adriatic coast to Dubrovnik.

You’ll explore the region’s religious heritage with a stop at the Cathedral of the Assumption, home to more than 180 Christian relics, and the church of St. Blaise, which honours the city’s patron saint. If you’re up for the challenge, a climb up the Minčeta Tower – the highest point along Dubrovnik’s walls – offers panoramic views of the wider landscape.

After lunch, you’ll have the afternoon to spend at your own pace. Why not visit the seafront or take to the mountains overlooking the city? You can even board one of Mount Srđ’s famous cable cars, which offer unrivalled views of the Dalmatian coast.

Return to the hotel for dinner this evening.

Day Six – Included visit to Vjetrenica and Trebinje After breakfast, you’ll set out for Vjetrenica, the most biodiverse cave system in the world. Home

Situated on a waterfront, ringed by pine trees, this hotel looks out over the Adriatic Sea and is within walking distance from a private beach area. There’s an outdoor rooftop swimming pool surrounded by loungers, a garden, a terrace, a casual beach-facing restaurant, and a bar. Relaxed guestrooms have TVs, mini-fridges, air conditioning, hairdryers, fridges, safes, and free Wi-Fi.

to magnificent limestone formations and a series of subterranean lakes, Vjentrica promises truly unique sights as you trace its paths deeper underground. Returning to the surface, you’ll travel east to Bosnia and Herzegovina’s southernmost city, Trebinje. Affectionately named the ‘city of sun and platan trees’, Trebinje is one of the most beautiful in the Balkans. There’s no shortage of pictureperfect views to enjoy as you wander the cobbled streets and take in the traditional Herzegovinian architecture. Be sure to visit the city’s Arslangic Bridge, an arched Ottoman river crossing, for scenic views of the area’s skyline. Continue to Freedom Square, which celebrates the liberation of the Trebinje after World War I before visiting ancient Stolac, one of the oldest continually occupied settlements in the world. Round out your tour with a walk amidst the pristine medieval tombstones of the Radiljma necropolis.

Back at your hotel this evening, enjoy dinner in the company of your fellow guests.

Day Seven – Day at leisure You’ll have free reign to explore or relax as you please, making the most of your final day.

Day Eight – Return flight to the UK After breakfast, transfer to the airport to check in for your flight home.

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Hotel Nova, Neum

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Classic Albania –Land of the Eagle

A diverse history and long-held traditions are on full display across Albania’s Adriatic treasures.

Day One – Fly to Tirana Touch down in the Albanian capital, Tirana, and transfer to your hotel.

Settle in before finding dinner in the city.

Day Two – Included tour of Tirana and Durrës with optional visit to Bunk’Art 2 Enjoy breakfast before meeting your local guide at Skanderbeg Square, Tirana’s main piazza, for a morning’s sightseeing. Witness the impressive Skanderbeg monument, celebrating the Albania’s national hero, and immerse yourself in the city’s diverse civic influences with a visit to the Islamic Et’hem Bey Mosque and Tirana Clock Tower. Next on your tour of the Albanian capital will be the Byzantine Tirana Castle. Though only its 20-foot-tall Ottoman gate remains open to the public, the castle features a lively courtyard of shops and eateries. You’ll then arrive at the Cloud Monument, a vast modern art installation, and the Pyramid of Tirana, a colourfully renovated communist landmark. There will be some time for you to explore at your own pace before an afternoon visit to ancient Durrës.

A vibrant coastal city in Albania, Durrës’ 3000year history and abundant archaeological sites have earned it the nickname, ‘The Eternal City on the Adriatic Sea’. Visit the Venetian Tower, once

part of a 5th-century Byzantine castle, and Durrës’ Roman Amphitheatre, which is the largest of its kind in the Balkans. Stops at the city’s Byzantine Forum and King Zog’s palace complete the tour ahead of the drive back to the capital.

Having explored Tirana’s medieval landmarks, you’ll have the chance to join an optional visit to Bunk’Art 2. This mushroom-like bunker, one of over 750,000 built under Enver Hoxha’s rule, now hosts an art installation.

Reconvene at the hotel this evening.

Day Three – Included tour of Krujë, and the Skanderbeg Museum Have breakfast this morning before visiting one of Albanian’s most intriguing towns, Krujë. This alpine city offers glimpses of Albania’s breath-taking landscapes and the region’s storied past.

Once home to the legendary general Skanderbeg, who stood against the Ottoman empire in the 15th century, Krujë Castle will be the first stop. Set within the castle walls, the Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg Museum’s period relics tell the tale of the Albanian noble’s 25-year resistance against invading forces. You’ll then continue to Krujë’s town centre with a visit to the old bazaar where there’ll be time to browse the stalls.

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After lunch, you’ll travel to charming Shkodër for your next stop, the Rozafa Castle. This ancient hillside monument, overlooking the city centre, boasts an enticing view of the region’s history. Finally, take a stroll through Shkodër’s colourful streets before returning to Tirana.

Day Four – Included day trip to Lezhë and Vlorë

Today will see you have an early breakfast ahead of a trip to historic Lezhë. Founded over 2,000 years ago, this fascinating museum city is home to several well-preserved archaeological sites.

The first of these sites will be the city’s Venetian castle, with its panoramic views of the Adriatic coastline, and the Skanderbeg memorial. You’ll then continue to Ardenica Monastery, a marvel of Byzantine Orthodox architecture and Vlorë. Visit the Independence Monument, the centrepiece of Flag’s Square, which commemorates Albania’s secession from the Ottoman Empire.

Take an evening walk along the city’s promenade before checking into your new hotel for the evening.

Day Five – Included visits to Llogara National Park, Ali-Pasha Castle and Sarandë Start your day with a hearty breakfast ahead of a scenic drive to Llogara National Park. Renowned for its rich biodiversity, the

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Oxford Hotel, Tirana

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover Tirana’s colourful past with a guided city tour

• Visit Bunk’art 2, a former bunker turned art installation

• Follow Albania’s national hero with visits to the Skanderbeg Museum, Krujë castle and historic Shkodër

• Delve into Albania’s religious heritage with tours of Ardenica Monastery and Tirana’s Et’hel Bey Mosque

• Visit the Albanian Riviera with a tour of Ali Pasha Castle, the coastal resort of Sarandë and Vlorë

• Explore authentic Albanian traditions with tours of coastal Vlorë and Berat, the ‘city of a thousand windows’

• Take in untouched landscapes from Llogara National Park to ‘The Blue Eye’, a 50-foot-deep natural spring

• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Butrint, ancient Durrës and the Apollonia Archaeological Park

• Get a taste of authentic Albanian life and participate in local traditions with excursions to Gjirokastër and Berat

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three- and four-star bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Tirana, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

park has become a popular destination for nature lovers and conservationists alike with captivating alpine views.

Moving south, your next stop today will be Ali Pasha Castle, an island fortress where you can enjoy coastal views of the Ionian Sea as you walk its ramparts. Make your way back across the water for a brief stop in Qeparo, a picturesque village known for its natural scenery. You’ll have time at leisure here to explore the village’s charming streets and soak in its quintessentially Albanian atmosphere.

Your final stop on the Albanian Riviera will bring you to Sarandë, one of the most popular and visited coastal cities in Albania, where you’ll enjoy an overnight stay.

Day Six – Included tour of Butrint and Gjirokaster Rise early today for breakfast before travelling to UNESCO -listed Butrint National Park, a city once home to ancient Greeks and Romans which has been reclaimed by nature. Swap Butrint’s natural splendour for one of the country’s most unique natural landmarks, the ‘Blue Eye’, a crystal-clear spring which is over 50-feet deep.

Continue north to Gjirokastër, a city rife with original Ottoman architecture, and its UNESCO -listed old town. Here, you’ll have time to look around

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Bed & Breakfast nights 1-3

A boutique hotel set in the heart of the city’s old town featuring a restaurant, lounge café, and cocktail bar.

Hotel Vlorë International, Vlorë HHHH

Bed & Breakfast night 4

Sitting at the centre of coastal Vlore, this hotel offers two restaurants, five different bars and an indoor pool, hot tub and a spa.

Hotel Vola, Sarandë HHHH

Bed & Breakfast night 5

A relaxed hotel positioned just a short walk from Sarandë beachfront. The restaurant serves local

Gjirokastër Castle, overlooking the Drino Valley, and delve into the region’s rich history.

Complete your day’s tour with a visit to the city’s old bazaar where you’ll be free to explore a wide range of boutiques, cafés and byrek (pie) shops after checking into your local hotel.

Day Seven – Included tour of Berat and Apollonia Archaeological Park Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and head to Apollonia Archaeological Park, an ancient Greek polis, where you’ll witness ancient history as you walk through the ruins. Afterwards, visit Berat, ‘The City of a Thousand Windows’. Known for its original Ottoman houses, Berat is a museum city that promises a wealth of history to discover. You can enjoy scenic views of the surrounding river valley from the impressive Berat Castle, which hosts Byzantine churches and Ottoman mosques, before delving into its fascinating history with a visit to the Onufri Museum. Dedicated to the Orthodox archpriest, Onufri, the museum displays over 200 pieces of art and Orthodox relics. Finish the tour with a stroll along Berat’s promenade and stop at a historic house where you can try an Albanian delicacy, gliko (fruit preserve).

Day Eight – Fly to the UK After breakfast, you’ll travel to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

dishes and there’s a terraced bar and an outdoor swimming pool.

Hotel Gjirokastra, Gjirokastra

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Bed & Breakfast night 6

Enclosed by mountains, this villa-style hotel is close to many of the city’s museums. There is an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant.

Hotel Onufri, Berat

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Bed & Breakfast night 7

Nestled between Berat’s alpine landscapes and the Osumi river, this hotel boasts cosy guestrooms with TVs, safes, mini-bars, and free Wi-Fi. There is also a restaurant serving Mediterranean-style cuisine.

Krujë Castle, Albania

Ancient Theatre of Buthrotum, Butrint

Gjirokaster, Albania

Hotel Vola, Sarandë

Hotel Gjirokastra, Gjirokastra

Ancient Greece Uncovered

A fascinating journey that brings to life the wonders of the Classical Greek civilisation and the histories of the Byzantine and Roman periods. 8-day escorted tour from £1,445

Day One – Arrive and transfer to your hotel in Athens Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel.

This evening, you’ll have time to explore the many bars and restaurants of the renowned Plaka district of this cosmopolitan city.

Day Two – Included tour of Athens This morning, you’ll tour Athens, which contains a wealth of treasures for its visitors.

You’ll start with a visit to the famed Acropolis, the ancient citadel and its surrounding monuments sprawled across a rocky outcrop overlooking the city.

Next, you’ll visit the Acropolis Museum, one of the most important museums in the world, which houses the findings of the archaeological site, Athenian Acropolis.

Finally, you’ll enjoy a walking tour of Plaka, the neighbour that is situated at the base of the Acropolis and the oldest and most beautiful neighbourhood in Athens.

Your guide will lead you around its narrowcobbled stone streets, family-run tavernas and sidewalk cafés.

Day Three – Transfer to Nafplio via Corinth Canal After breakfast, you’ll say a temporary goodbye to Athens as you continue your journey to visit the Argolis region.

The first highlight of this fascinating day will be the Corinth Canal and hopefully you’ll get to see how ships navigate this man-made wonder. Next up is Epidaurus, a small city famed for its temple and theatre.

Dating back over 2,600 years, the theatre was built with outstanding acoustics, which allows for people seated at the top of the theatre to perfectly hear sounds from the stage.

It is also here that modern medicine first developed its theories and there’s an excellent museum dedicated to this.

You’ll then arrive in Nafplio at your hotel.

Day Four – Included visit to Mycenae Following breakfast, your visit of the day is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mycenae, among the most important archaeological sites in Greece.

According to mythology, this was the town of the legendary king Agamemnon, the leader of the Greeks during the Trojan War.

Available Sep & Oct 2024 & 2025

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Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £399

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately 45 minutes.

Athens, Greece

Nafpaktos, Greece

Delphi, Greece

This was also the setting of many myths in ancient Greek tragedies, especially the tragedies connected to Agamemnon and his family.

At the end of the day, you’ll return to your hotel. Day Five – Included visit to the site of Olympia Today, you’ll visit the site of Olympia, the home of the Olympic Games.

Before entering the main site, you’ll tour the museum of Olympia, which contains the remains of one of the Seven Ancient wonders of the world, the Temple of Zeus.

During your visit of Olympia, you’ll learn about the origins of the Olympic movement and perhaps for the more adventurous travellers, practice your 100m spirit at original racetrack, which dates back over two millennia.

Often overlooked by most visitors, are the picturesque gardens which contain a wide variety of flora and fauna.

In the evening, you’ll travel to your next hotel in Olympia for some time at leisure before dinner.

Day Six – Included visit to Nafpaktos and transfer to Delphi Today, you’ll leave the Peloponnese to return to the mainland with your journey to Delphi. One of the highlights of this journey is to cross on

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover Athens and its treasure chest of archaeological sites

• Visit the Corinth Canal and Epidaurus, a small city famed for its temple and theatre

• Wander around historic Delphi, the home of the Temple of Apollo

• Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mycenae, among the most important archaeological sites in Greece

• Wander around the site of Olympia, the home of the Olympic Games

• Stop off at the picturesque town of Nafpaktos, overlooking the Gulf of Corinth

• Marvel at historic Delphi, home to the Temple of Apollo

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star bed and breakfast accommodation

• Two evening meal

• Return to Athens, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

the Rion-Antirion Bridge, which is one of the world’s largest bridges.

There’ll be time to stop at the picturesque town of Nafpaktos, which has excellent views across the Gulf of Corinth.

With its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, you can enjoy a coffee or an ice-cream before continuing to Delphi for one night.

Day Seven – Included visit to Delphi This morning, you’ll explore one of Greece’s most iconic sites, Delphi and its renowned museum. Containing a wide variety of ancient friezes, statues and ancient artefacts, this museum also houses the 5th century bronze sculpture of the Charioteer.

From the museum, you’ll continue to visit the main site of Delphi, which dates to the era of Apollo and Zeus and the fabled oracle.

A guide will take you around the magnificent treasury houses, the theatre and the ruins of one of the ancient world’s most holy sites.

After your visit, you’ll drive through the picturesque Greek countryside for your final night of the holiday, back in the Greek capital. There’ll

Athenaeum Grand Hotel, Athens HHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 1-2 & 7

Near the most iconic sights of Athens’ historic centre, this hotel offers an ideal base to explore this classical city from.

Amalia Hotel, Nafplion HHH Bed & Breakfast nights 3-4

With views of the impressive Palamidi Fortress, this comfortable hotel promises the perfect environment to recharge in between excursions.

A choice of two Olympia hotels night 5

Depending on your departure date, you’ll stay at either of the following two hotels for night 5.

be the opportunity for you to sample typical Greek cuisine and hospitality for the final time.

Day Eight – Fly back to the UK Today, you’ll be transferred to the airport to begin your journey home.

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Olympia Palace Hotel, Olympia HHHH Half-Board

Amalia Hotel, Olympia HHHH Half-Board

A choice of two Delphi hotels night 6

Depending on your departure date, you’ll stay at either of the following two hotels for night 6.

Amalia Hotel, Delphi HHHH Half-Board

Hotel Apollonia, Delphi HHHH Half-Board

The Temple of Athena Pronaia, Delphi

Ancient Citadel of Mycenae, Greece

Zeus Temple Olympia, Greece

Athenaeum Grand Hotel, Athens

Amalia Hotel, Olympia

Hidden Secrets of  Northern Cyprus

Savour rest and relaxation, and step back in time, as you unveil the beautiful, unspoiled north of Aphrodite’s Isle.

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Available Sep to Nov 2024, Jan to Jun, Sep to Nov 2025 & Jan to Mar 2026

Fly direct from these airports.

Prices from

• Birmingham £1,435 • Bristol £1,295

• East Midlands £1,309 • Edinburgh £1,239

• Gatwick £1,015 • Glasgow £1,249

• Heathrow £979 • Leeds/Bradford £1,339

• Liverpool £1,405 • Luton £1,025

• Manchester £1,449 • Newcastle £1,355

Personalise your holiday

• Güzelyurt & Soli Ancient City – from £43

• Karpaz Peninsula Excursion – from £43

Extend your holiday from £1,555

Seven night extension – Add an extra seven days to your holiday at any of the featured hotels. No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £129

Please note: The transfer time from Larnaca airport to your hotel is approximately one hour and 30 minutes and approximately two hours 40 minutes from Paphos airport.

Delightful Kyrenia, one of the Mediterranean’s most alluring locations, is set against a backdrop of rugged hills and fringed by deep blue waters. Lift the veil on a historic region, dotted with the relics of the various civilisations that have graced this idyllic island in the sun.

With accommodation in a choice of hotels close to the pretty port of Kyrenia, this holiday takes in the town’s natural, horseshoe-shaped harbour, flanked by shops and cafés, all watched over by an imposing medieval castle, with its fascinating shipwreck museum.

You’ll also discover the nearby mountain-top St Hilarion Castle and idyllic Bellapais, the former home to writer Lawrence Durrell, and divided island capital Nicosia. An included tour of the island’s east coast

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Enjoy seven nights in exquisite Kyrenia

• Explore Kyrenia’s harbour and castle

• Visit Bellapais, beneath its Gothic abbey, and home to writer, Lawrence Durrell

• See St Hilarion’s ‘fairy-tale’ fortress, said to inspire Walt Disney’s Snow White’s castle

• Visit fascinating Nicosia and walled Famagusta

• Tour the Roman ruins at Salamis

• See Varosha, a poignant reminder of the past Join an optional excursion to discover Güzelyurt – literally ‘beautiful place’ – and ancient Soli

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at the Altinkaya Hotel, Kyrenia (upgrade hotels available for a supplement)

• Return flights to Cyprus, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Soli, the Green Line border town Lefkel, and the Karpaz peninsula.

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your hotel choices

Altinkaya Hotel, Kyrenia HHH

Half-Board from £979

Pia Bella Hotel, Kyrenia HHHH

Half-Board from £994

The Ship Inn Hotel, Kyrenia HHH

Half-Board from £1.064

Some hotel facilities operate on a seasonal basis.

Pia Bella Hotel, Kyrenia

Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus

explores ancient St Barnabas Monastery, Salamis’ Roman ruins and Famagusta’s ruined churches. Enjoy optional excursions to Guzelyurt,

Agios Mamas Monastery, Morphou

Bellapais Abbey, Northern Cyprus

Altinkaya Hotel, Kyrenia

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Take off to this famous Mediterranean isle, blessed year-round with an agreeable climate and boasting one of the world’s most spectacular natural harbours. Delightful Malta –strategically important throughout the centuries – exudes fascination and interest, as well as a relaxed air and a genuinely warm welcome for British visitors. Our escorted tours offer you the best of the island with the chance to enjoy the charms of a highly favoured holiday haven. You’ll stay in Qawra, on the quieter side of St Paul’s Bay, boasting fine sea-front bars and cafés, and a sandy beach fringing the bay.

Your first tour explores island capital Valletta, visiting the award-winning Malta Experience and taking in the major sites, including the Auberge de Castille and the Upper Barracca Gardens. Cross to green sister island Gozo to visit the fortified capital Victoria, the ‘Inland Sea’ at Dwerja, and Ramla Bay.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Enjoy a week of rest, relaxation, exploration and traditional Maltese hospitality

• Get to know Malta’s historic capital, Valletta, one of the world’s greatest natural anchorages

• Spend a day on fascinating sister island Gozo

• Explore the island’s interior, including historic Mosta and ‘silent city’ Mdina

• Tour Valletta’s three medieval ‘cities’, once home to the Knights of St John

• Experience an evening in a traditional Maltese restaurant

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen four-star dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at the Hotel Santana, Qawra (upgrade hotel available for a supplement)

• Return flights to Malta, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Discover Mdina, Malta’s ancient, fortified former capital, which stands atop a rocky bluff and its beautiful ‘silent city’ of narrow streets lined with stone-built houses.

A final excursion takes you ‘back in time’, as you explore the area across Valletta’s Grand Harbour, where three medieval ‘cities’ reflect the island’s rich history.

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Hotel Santana, Qawra HHHH

Half-Board from £1,069

The Santana is a comfortable base with an indoor pool and spa. Guestrooms have a balcony. A drinks package with dinner and superior rooms are available for a  supplement.

Ax Odycy Hotel, Qawra HHHH Half-Board* from £1,218

With views of Qawra Bay, the property boasts 11 restaurants, bars and lounges with three outdoor swimming pools ringed by terraces. Modern, comfortable guestrooms have TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities, air conditioning, hairdryers, and Wi-Fi.

8-day escorted tour from £1,069

Valletta, Mdina & the Wonders of Malta

Discover one of the Mediterranean’s most historic and welcoming islands, together with its exquisite greener sister-isle Gozo.

Available Sep, Oct 2024, Mar to Jun, Sep & Oct 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Birmingham £1,325 • Edinburgh £1,135

• Gatwick £1,105 • Liverpool £1,379

• Luton £1,069 • Manchester £1,229

• Stansted £1,265

Extend your holiday from £1,370

Seven-night extension staying at either Hotel Santana or the Ax Odycy Hotel (half-board basis)

Room for Sole Use from £169

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 30 minutes.

*Local beer, wine and soft drinks are complimentary with dinner.

Valletta, Malta

Hotel Santana, Qawra

Fishing Boats, Marsaxlokk

Main Square, Mdina

10-day escorted tour from £1,829

Imperial Cities of Morocco & the Sahara Desert

A regal discovery of the country’s stately past, with time spent amongst the medinas, sprawling golden sand dunes and dramatic gaping wadis.

Day One – Fly to Marrakesh Touchdown in Marrakesh today and be welcomed to Morocco’s fourth-largest city by your friendly, local tour manager. You’ll then be transferred to the first hotel, where you can check in and get settled.

Day Two – Included visit to Hassan II Mosque and tour of Rabat Leave Marrakesh and join your tour manager for a visit to one of the largest mosques in the world, Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. The group will then continue to Rabat, Morocco’s capital and first imperial city set along the coastline. Once you’ve checked into your hotel and settled in, you’ll head out into the old medina for a guided tour. You’ll leave the more developed side of the town for the old medina featuring Moorish-style architecture with intricate façades, detailed tilework, and wooden balconies. As you’re led through the twisting alleys, you’ll see Kasbah des Oudaias, a historic fortress, traditional souks and the Hassan Tower, a historic landmark and minaret of an unfinished mosque. The tour will also pass the charming Andalusian Gardens, the 12th-century Kasbah Mosque, and the main city gates, Bab Oudaia, as you gain a glimpse into local life.

Day Three – Travel to Fes, included tour of Volubilis and dinner with a cultural show

Once you’ve had breakfast, you’ll check out and travel to your next destination, Fes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and another imperial city. On the way, the tour will call at Volubilis, a partly excavated Berber-Roman city and former Roman capital. A local guide will show you around these expansive and well-preserved ruins, encompassing basilicas, temples, arches, baths, a central square and grand houses. Continuing on to Fes, you’ll arrive and check into your hotel, with the rest of the day at leisure to explore or perhaps have a swim in the outdoor pool looking out over the medina. In the evening, you’ll meet the group for dinner and a cultural show, a unique opportunity to enjoy Moroccan music.

Day Four – Included tour of Fes Get to know the old city of Fes with a guided walking tour of the medina. One of the world’s oldest cities, this medieval, historic quarter is a warren of meandering streets, mosques, souks, traditional riads and palaces. The first stop will be Medersa al-Attarine, a well-preserved madrasa (Islamic school), known for its beautiful architecture featuring colourful tiles, carved cedar wood

Available Sep to Dec 2024, Jan to Jul & Sep to Dec 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from • Gatwick £1,829 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Room for Sole Use from £499

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 30 minutes.

Dadès Gorge, Morocco

Bab Boujelud, Fes

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Erfoud Fes

Dadès

Rabat

Marrakesh

and stucco plasterwork. You’ll then take a stroll to Funduq Nejjarine, also known as the Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts. Lastly, the group will head over to one of the city’s most famous tanneries, the Chouara Tannery, which dates back over 1,000 years. You’ll also see a nearby ceramics factory and experience a glimpse into the time-honoured processes used by potters today.

Day Five – Travel to Erfoud via Ifrane and included 4WD sunset drive from Erfoud to Merzouga You’ll have an early start this morning as the group will embark on an eight-hour journey to the city of Erfoud, known as the ‘Gateway to the Sahara’ or the ‘Door to the Desert’. On the way, you’ll stop for a coffee break at the charming town of Ifrane, referred to as ‘Little Switzerland’ due to its alpine-style appearance, high altitude, and proximity to ski slopes. Once you’ve arrived at Erfoud, you’ll board a 4WD and venture on an exhilarating drive through the Merzouga dunes as the sun sets across the sand. When you arrive at the hotel, you’ll enjoy a special dinner under the star-speckled sky, surrounded by desert scenery (weather permitting).

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca

• Embark on a guided tour of Rabat’s old medina

• Call at Volubilis, a partly excavated Berber-Roman city

• Experience a dinner and cultural show

• Wander around the medieval medina of Fes

• Stop off at Ifrane, ‘Little Switzerland’, with its alpine-style buildings and impeccably clean streets

• Board a 4WD for a drive through the Merzouga dunes as the sun sets

• Follow the Todra Gorge walking trail in the Atlas Mountains

• Explore the Dadès Gorges and have a traditional lunch with a local Berber family

• Discover the highlights of Marrakesh, including Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque and Djemaa el-Fna

• Nine nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, including one lunch and five dinners

• Return flights to Marrakesh, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, and during December, an astronomer will be present for the Geminids meteor shower

Day Six – Included walk through the Todra Gorge and drive to Dadès Gorge Put on some comfortable shoes to immerse yourself in nature. The tour will start by leaving Erfoud for Todra Gorge, located in the High Atlas Mountains. You’ll take a short walk following a trail along the walls of these narrow canyons that have been carved out by the rushing water over centuries. You’ll then continue on to the spectacular Dadès Gorge, another series of wadi that have been shaped by the Dadès River. This region will be your home for the next two nights, and once you’ve checked into the hotel, you can relax on the terrace or by the pool, with views of the valley and the desert.

Day Seven – Included walk through Dadès Valley and lunch with a local family Another day of exploration awaits in the Moroccan wilderness. With your guide leading the way, you’ll set off on a route tailored to suit the preference of the group. A short transfer will take you to the start of the trail, which is hilly and can be challenging at times, but is achievable for anyone with a basic level of fitness. Once you’ve made some progress, passing craggy landscapes, interspersed with ancient kasbahs (mudbrick buildings), you’ll stop for lunch at a local village. Here, lunch and tea will be shared with a friendly, local Berber family.

Hotel Opera Plaza, Marrakesh HHHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 1 & 8-9

A relaxed hotel located within close distance to the medina and Djemaa el-Fna.

Hotel Imperial Rabat, Rabat HHH

Half-Board night 2

This boutique hotel is located in the Hassan district and within walking distance to the city’s sights.

Hotel Les Mérinides, Fes HHHH

Half-Board nights 3-4

Set on a hill looking out across the medina in the historical district, this traditional hotel is close to the Marinid Tombs and the Bou Inania Madrasa.

Day Eight – Travel to Marrakesh and afternoon at leisure Traverse the winding roads through the Atlas Mountains back to Marrakesh, often referred to as the ‘Red City’ because of its distinctive ruby-coloured sandstone buildings. Once you’ve arrived and checked into the same hotel as your first night, the afternoon will be free to do some discovering on your own.

Day Nine – Included tour of Marrakesh Head out into the heart of the city on an informative guided tour today. First, you’ll make your way into the old medina, with its snaking streets, traditional souks, and historic landmarks. The group will stop by the magnificent Bahia Palace, which dates back to the 19th century. Your tour manager will then take you to Koutoubia Mosque, the largest in Marrakesh, with a soaring minaret that dominates the skyline. The tour will then continue to the bustling Djemaa el-Fna, and those who didn’t visit this square yesterday can spend some time here, marvelling at the street theatre, snake charmers, and live musical performances. You’ll have the rest of the day to survey the city on your own.

Day 10 – Fly back to the UK Enjoy your last breakfast, check out of the hotel, and transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

L’Hotel by Chateau de Sable, Erfoud HHHH

Half-Board night 5

A boutique hotel, built in a traditional Moroccan design and surrounded by desert landscapes. Guests have access to two outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre, a restaurant, two panoramic terraces and bars.

Hotel Xaluca Dadès, Dadès HHHH

Half-Board nights 6-7

With views of the Dadès Valley in the mountains, this hotel is built in a Berber-style of traditional Moorish architecture. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a spa with a hammam, a restaurant with a vibrant glass ceiling, a bar, a fitness room and tennis courts.

Hotel Les Méridiens, Fes

Blue Street, Chefchaouen

Fountain at Mausoleum, Rabat Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakesh

Hotel Imperial Rabat, Rabat

Morocco –Marrakesh, the Sahara Desert & Essaouira

Traverse ancient merchant routes, ramble around traditional kasbahs, and drink mint tea in the heart of botanical gardens alongside fellow solo travellers. 9-day escorted tour from £2,485

Day One – Fly to Marrakesh and welcome drink and dinner You’ll land in Marrakesh, Morocco’s fourth-largest city and be met at the airport by your friendly, local tour manager. In the evening, you’ll join the group for a welcome meeting and a drink before sitting down to dinner, the perfect chance to get to know each other.

Day Two – Included visit to Ait Ben Haddou Journey on a scenic drive through dramatic Tizi n’Tichka, a high mountain pass in the Atlas Mountains. You’ll then arrive at the most famous kasbah (fortified village) in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ait Ben Haddou. Known for its well-preserved examples of Moroccan earthen clay architecture, this iconic kasbah encompasses several interconnected buildings and is ringed by high walls, which were designed for protection against external threats and the harsh desert climate. You can choose to join the women-only cooperative for a traditional homemade lunch – all the profits here are donated to women’s projects in the village. Your tour manager will then lead you around the kasbah on a guided tour, so you can learn more about its past, observe the life of the remaining Berber villagers, and climb up to the fortress

to look out over the old town. Following this excursion, the group will continue on to Ouarzazate, known as the ‘Gateway to the Sahara’.

Day Three – Included visit to Agdz and guided walk through the Draa Valley Board the coach for another drive towards the village of Zagora. You can sit back and take in the scenery while travelling along the ancient merchant route, which connects Marrakesh to Timbuktu, and helped merchants exchange goods across the Sahara. On the way, you’ll call at Agdz, set in the Draa Valley region. The coach will then keep travelling to Zagora, passing by several Berber villages and the palm groves that line Morocco’s longest river, the Draa. Later in the day, you’ll arrive at Zagora and check into your hotel, traditional riad-style accommodation. Get settled and then venture with your tour manager for a guided walk through the Draa Valley.

Day Four – Included guided tour of Zagora, visit to Tamegroute, traditional lunch, and a 4WD drive to Oulad Driss Embark on a guided tour of Zagora, allowing you to experience more of this area and gain insight into local Berber culture. You’ll follow your guide through the

Available Oct to Dec 2024, Mar & Sep to Dec 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from • Gatwick £2,485 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 30 minutes on arrival and two hours on departure.

Essaouira Port, Morocco

Kasr of Ait Benhaddou, Morocco

Architecture, Morocco

ESCORTED TOUR

This tour is made up exclusively of solo travellers.

Solo Traveller

Essaouira

bustling souks, admire the unique architecture and colour street art and visit the Zagora sign that humorously indicates the distance to Timbuktu in Mali. Next, you’ll travel to the nearby village of Tamegroute, known for its religious and cultural significance, as well as its famous Quranic library, considered one of the oldest in Morocco. You’ll start with a visit to this ancient library, which houses a collection of handwritten Quranic manuscripts and Islamic texts that date back centuries. You’ll be able to watch artisans at work in the assortment of pottery workshops before sitting down to a homemade lunch. Featuring a traditional dish of onions and tomatoes stuffed in bread, alongside salad and tea, this meal will offer another glimpse into Berber life. As the sun begins to set, you’ll board a 4WD and venture across the dunes of the Sahara Desert to Oulad Driss, another Berber mudbrick village, observing the surrounding landscape transforming into various shades. Day Five – Travel to Marrakesh and afternoon at leisure Traverse the winding roads through the Atlas Mountains to Marrakesh, often referred to as the ‘Red City’ because of its distinctive ruby-coloured sandstone buildings. Once you’ve arrived and checked into the same hotel as your first night, the afternoon will be free to do

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Hotel Opera Plaza, Marrakesh

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Journey into the Atlas Mountains to Ait Ben Haddou

• Discover Ouarzazate, the ‘Gateway to the Sahara’

• Call at Agdz, a lush palm oasis bounded by arid desert

• Walk through the Draa Valley, home to ancient kasbahs

• Admire the architecture in Zagora

• Travel to Tamegroute, famed for its Quranic library

• Enjoy a homemade lunch of traditional dishes while visiting Tamegroute

• Venture across the Sahara Dunes on a 4WD

• Set off on a guided tour of Marrakesh, the ‘Red City’

• Embrace free time to explore Marrakesh

• Explore the port city of Essaouira, with its sea-facing ramparts and sandy beaches

• Choose to visit a women-led argan oil workshop

• Eight nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Marrakesh, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, and during December, an astronomer will be present for the Geminids meteor shower

some discovering on your own. Perhaps head for atmospheric Djemaa el-Fna, the city’s main square lined with food stalls, street performers and vendors, or meander around the UNESCOlisted medina.

Day Six – Included tour of Marrakesh Head out into the heart of the city on an enlightening guided tour today. First, you’ll make your way into the old medina, with its snaking streets, traditional souks and historic landmarks. Your tour manager will then take you to Koutoubia Mosque, the largest in Marrakesh, with a soaring minaret that dominates the skyline. This place of worship, and the city’s most famous landmark, is built in a distinctive North African Islamic architectural style. The tour will then continue on to bustling Djemaa el-Fna, and those who didn’t visit this square yesterday can spend some time here, marvelling at the street theatre, snake charmers, and live musical performances. A cup of freshly squeezed orange juice from a local vendor can be enjoyed as you take it all in.

Day Seven – Travel to Essaouira and optional argan oil workshop Leave Marrakesh and journey to the port city of Essaouira on Morocco’s Atlantic Coast. Bordered by 18th-century ramparts and

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Half-Board nights 1-5 & 6

A relaxed hotel located within close distance to the city’s main attractions, including the medina and Djemaa el-Fna square. Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, a gym, and a coffee shop.

Oscar Hotel by Atlas Studios, Ouarzazate HHH

Half-Board night 2

Set next to the Atlas Film Studios, in a famous filmmaking location, this traditional riad-style property is surrounded by tropical gardens. In the centre, an outdoor swimming pool is fringed by palm trees and a shaded outdoor terrace. The restaurant serves local dishes and international cuisine, and there’s a bar.

Riad Lamane, Zagora

decked with old brass canyons, its medina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and made up of white-washed buildings with blue accents. An ocean-facing hotel, with access to a private beach, will be your home for the last two nights. Alternatively, you can join a women-led workshop at a cooperative and learn about the production of local argan oil products. The region around Essaouira is known for its argan trees and its important role in argan oil production. You’ll learn about the traditional method of argan oil extraction from the nuts of an argan tree, the work many local women do during this process, and the significance of this product in Moroccan culture. Day Eight – Day at leisure in Essaouira and farewell dinner It’s your last day, and you’ll have the opportunity to do some sightseeing at your own pace. Perhaps, return to the medina, browsing its warren of tapered streets and art galleries, displaying local and international paintings, sculptures, and photography. You’ll join your fellow travellers for a farewell dinner tonight, no doubt sharing stories from the week over a delicious meal.

Day Nine – Return to the UK Transfer back to Marrakesh for your flight to the UK.

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Half-Board nights 3-4

A small hotel housed in a riad set on a property covered with palm trees and close to the Draa River. An expansive outdoor swimming pool is encircled with sun loungers, and there are three on-site restaurants, including one under a tent in the garden.

Atlas Essaouira Hotel & Spa, Essaouira HHHH

Half-Board nights 7-8

With a view of the Atlantic Ocean and access to a private beach, this contemporary hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and a spa with a hammam, sauna and fitness centre. Three restaurants are available, including a seafood eatery and a grill house, as well as a poolside snack bar.

Hotel Opera Plaza, Marrakesh

Sahara Desert, Morocco

Colourful Spices, Marrakesh Jemaa el Fnaa Square, Marrakesh

Riad Lamane, Zagora

8-day escorted tour from £1,789

Ephesus, Sirince & the Western Coast of Turkey

Alongside solo like-minded travellers, venture across the western coast of Turkey, stopping to observe ancient cities, visit well-preserved ruins, and sip on unique fruit wines.

Available Oct 2024 & 2025

Fly direct from these airports.

Prices from

• Bristol £1,855 • East Midlands £1,879

• Glasgow £1,789 • Leeds/Bradford £1,969

• Luton £1,849 • Manchester £1,955

• Stansted £1,899

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• Tour of Izmir (full day) – from £83

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately one hour.

Western Turkey’s rich classical history comes to life with a tour of the country’s oldest and most prominent cities – specially curated for solo travellers. Explore a land which has witnessed the world’s greatest empires rise and fall, from Alexander the Great’s Hellenists to the Ottoman dynasty, and experience the diverse cultural influences that characterise Turkey today.

Based throughout the tour in Kusadasi, guests will have ample space to relax and explore with fellow travellers in between excursions, with the town’s bustling marina and beaches only a stone’s throw away.

The tour itself begins with Herakleia at Latmos, a site boasting fascinating historical delights which promise to immediately pique any historians’ interest.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Explore the well-preserved ruins in the ancient city of Herakleia at Latmos with a guided hike

• Join an optional tour to see Izmir’s historical highlights and archaeological museums

• Discover Aphrodisias, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Nysa with its sprawling theatre

• Visit the port town of Teos, with its Temple of Dionysus, and Sigacik, a former fishing village

• Embrace a day at leisure to take it easy by the hotel’s pool and nearby beach or sightsee at your own pace

Spend time in Ephesus and see its Roman amphitheatre, Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary

• Sample the unique fruit wines in a vineyard nearby the village of Şirince

• Seven nights’ half-board accommodation at the four-star Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham, Kusadasi

• Return flights to Izmir, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Turkey’s ancient Greek

follow with visits to bustling Izmir, home to Kadifekale Castle and its ancient Agora, and Aphrodisias.

Next, you’ll have a chance to marvel at the footprint of far-reaching Rome with stops in Nysa, with its imperial bridge and wellpreserved Roman baths, and Teos, a former trading hub on the Aegean Sea.

A stop in laid-back Sigacik offers a glimpse into Turkey’s Ottoman rule from its 16th-century castle before the tour concludes in Ephesus and Sirince.

Once the centre of Mediterranean trade, Ephesus’ ornate ruins will be explored ahead of a relaxed wine-tasting in Sirince, crowning a truly extraordinary tour of Turkey’s classical treasures.

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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham, Kusadasi HHHH

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A stylish resort surrounded by tropical gardens with a private beach area and views over the Aegean Sea. Built around three outdoor swimming pools, the property also has direct access to a private beach. An on-site spa features a sauna, a hammam, and a gym. There’s a 24-hour lobby, a bar and a restaurant serving international and local cuisine.

Sleek guestrooms have modern décor, TVs, hairdryers, safes, mini-bars, tea/coffee-making facilities, balconies and Wi-Fi.

Celsus Library, Ephesus

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Ephesus Amphitheatre, Turkey

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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham, Kusadasi

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Take in one of the world’s most exciting cities – the former seat of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires – and step back in time as you wander through some of its finest classical sites. Experience Pamukkale, a remarkable natural wonder, on an optional tour and enjoy the sun-kissed warmth and welcome of Aegean shores as you spend three nights in Kusadasi.

Istanbul’s Ottoman heritage comes to the fore with a guided city tour, spanning the extraordinary Topkapi Palace, the worldfamous Hagia Sophia and the city’s immaculate Byzantine Hippodrome. Stops at the city’s Spice Bazaar, where vibrant aromas fill the air, and the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest markets in the world, allude to the city’s historic trade networks.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

Discover Istanbul, the only city in the entire world that straddles two continents

• See the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the famed Topkapi Palace

• Journey south via poignant ANZAC Cove

• Step back in time in ancient Troy and Pergamon

• Enjoy time in shore-side Kuşadasi

• Marvel at the ruins of Ephesus

• Discover amazing Pamukkale on an optional excursion

• Extend your holiday with a three-night stay at a five-star resort on the Aegean Coast

• Eight nights’ carefully chosen four-star bed and breakfast and half-board accommodation

• Five dinners

• Flights to Istanbul, returning from Izmir, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

A move south through the Gallipoli peninsula pairs stunning natural landscapes with a sobering collection of wartime cemeteries and memorials before stopping in Troy, a wonder of Classical Greece.

Discover a replica of the legendary Trojan horse ahead of tours around the ancient sites of Pergamum, home to a grand acropolis, and Asclepion, which was one of the earliest medical centres in history.

Spa visits near the terraced pools of Pamukkale and the red waters of the Karahayit Springs are next, offering refreshment ahead of the tour’s return leg. Final calls at the Library of Celsus and Arcadian Way round out a memorable journey through Turkey’s finest cultural and natural wonders.

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Grand Yavuz Hotel, Istanbul HHHH

Bed & Breakfast nights 1-3

With views of Istanbul from its restaurant, this well-presented hotel offers a health club, a bar, a lounge and free Wi-Fi throughout. All guestrooms are air-conditioned with a TV, safe and mini-bar.

Akol Hotel, Çanakkale HHHH

Half-Board night 4

Overlooking the seafront, this hotel boasts three restaurants, a roof-top bar and an outdoor swimming pool with sun terrace. Air-conditioned guestrooms offer a TV, safe, mini-bar, and free Wi-Fi.

Berksoy Hotel, Bergama HHH

Half-Board night 5

A relaxed hotel situated near the Red Basilica. Guestrooms feature TVs, mini-fridges, balconies, air conditioning, safes, and free Wi-Fi. There’s a terraced restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and a gym.

Paloma Marina Suites, Kuşadasi HHHH

Half-Board nights 6-8

In the heart of Kuşadasi, this stylish hotel offers an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar. All guestrooms are modern and have airconditioning, free Wi-Fi, a TV and a mini-bar.

9-day escorted tour from £1,449

Istanbul, Ephesus & Troy

Explore one of the world’s most exciting cities, and uncover the treasures of ancient Turkey on a truly fascinating tour.

Available Sep, Oct 2024, Apr to Jun, Sep & Oct 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Birmingham £1,635 • Gatwick £1,449

• Heathrow £1,495 • Manchester £1,565

• Stansted £1,569

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• Kumkapi Fish Dinner (evening) – from £47

• Bosphorus River Cruise (half day) – from £19

• Pamukkale Excursion (full day) – from £85

Extend your holiday from £1,594

Three-night extension staying at Paloma Marina Suites, Kusadasi (half-board basis) Five-night extension staying at Paloma Pasha, Ozdere (all-inclusive basis)

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £328

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes upon arrival, and one hour on the return.

Hagia Sophia, Istanbul

The Walls of Troy, Troy

Celsus Library, Ephesus

11-day escorted tour from £2,879

Cairo,

Luxor

& Nile Cruise

Discover and explore, in comfort and style, the mysteries of antiquity and the jaw-dropping riches of the pharaohs.

Day One – Fly to Cairo Fly to Cairo and transfer to your hotel for a three-night stay.

Day Two – Included tour of the Pyramids and optional Sound & Light Show Enjoy a full-day guided tour, which will include a visit to the Pyramids – the vast, extraordinary monuments to the ancient Egyptians’ wealth and powerwatched over by the enigmatic Sphinx.

This evening, return to the Pyramids on our optional Sound and Light excursion. On this mystical trip, you’ll hear the tale of how the Pyramids were built and what life was like in Ancient Egypt in 2611BC, with a spectacular light show adding to the storytelling.

Day Three – Included visit to Cairo and the Grand Egyptian Museum* Today will be a full day’s tour into Cairo with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East, housing over 170,000 artefacts. It also has the largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world and many treasures of the Boy King, Tutankhamun.

Please note: *If travelling in 2024, there will be an optional excursion to Alexandria. Once the centre of the Hellenistic world and now a bustling port, Alexandria is

a city that preserves an air of nostalgia – in its traditional coffee houses and cafés.

Visit the fascinating Graeco-Roman Museum, explore Egypt’s only Roman amphitheatre, wander the eerie catacombs at Kom El Shoqafa, discover the site where the Pharos lighthouse (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) once stood, and see the Citadel of Quilt Bay – a 15th-century fortress located on the coastline.

Day Four – Fly to Luxor and begin your Nile River cruise Transfer to the airport for the short flight to Luxor, and board your magnificently appointed five-star rated river cruiser – your home for the next seven nights. After lunch on board, journey to the East Bank of the Nile to visit Luxor Temple with its colonnades and

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• Sound & Light Show – from £79 • *Alexandria (full day) – from £159

• Abu Simbel (full day) – from £135

Room for Sole Use from £800

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Cabins on higher decks are available for a supplement. Please see our website for more details. Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour. Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to Egypt. Please see page 222.

The Great Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

Abu Simbel, Egypt

Felucca, Nile

courtyards, and the staggering Temple of Karnak, where the vast columns of the giant hypostyle hall dwarf awestruck visitors. Later, enjoy a first dinner on board as your ship spends the night moored in Luxor.

Day Five – Included visit to the Valley of the Kings Cross to the Nile’s West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where in 1922 Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon discovered the sand-blocked entrance to the tomb of Tutankhamun. You’ll also visit the temple of female Pharaoh, Hatshepsut, and gaze in awe at the twin “colossi” of Memnon. Return to your river cruiser for lunch, and begin your journey south, cruising through scenery seemingly unchanged in centuries, with fishermen sailing traditional feluccas and villagers washing their clothing in the river waters. You’ll then moor overnight in Edfu.

Day Six – Included visit to the Temple of Horus Visit perhaps the best preserved of all Egypt’s Pharaonic relics, the stunning Temple of Horus, before you return to the ship and cruise towards the magnificent riverside Temple at Kom Ombo, with its hypostyle halls, burial chambers and mummified crocodiles. You’ll also visit the twin temple of pharaohs, Sobek and Haroeris before

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Explore Cairo and visit the Egyptian Museum, with its relics of Tutankhamun

• Join an optional excursion to Alexandria*

• Discover Giza’s Pyramids and the Sphinx

• Wander around the Temples of Karnak and Luxor, the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Horus temple at Edfu, and the ‘twin’ temple at Kom Ombo

• Visit the Aswan High Dam

• Embark on an optional excursion to the temples of Abu Simbel

• Sail on a felucca around Kitchener Island

• Three nights’ carefully chosen five-star bed and breakfast accommodation, plus one lunch

• Seven nights’ five-star full-board accommodation aboard Sonesta Nile Goddess

• Outbound flight to Cairo, returning from Luxor, internal flights, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

cruising on to Aswan, where you’ll moor for three nights, giving you the opportunity to explore this mesmerising city where the constant backdrop is the Aga Khan’s great mausoleum.

Day Seven – Included visit to Aswan High Dam Today, you’ll visit the extraordinary Aswan High Dam, which holds back the mighty waters of Lake Nasser, and see the granite quarries from where many of Egypt’s ancient obelisks were fashioned. Take a motorboat ride across the Nile to the great Temple of Isis on the island of Philae, and then join our included afternoon tour to enjoy a felucca ride around midstream Kitchener’s Island with its botanical gardens.

Day Eight – Optional visit to Abu Simbel Explore some of the attractions of Aswan, perhaps visiting the Nubian Museum, which charts the history of one of Africa’s most ancient peoples, or wander the colourful souks. Alternatively, join an optional excursion by coach to remote Abu Simbel, where the staggering temples of Ramses II and the goddess Hathor are carved out of the mountainside. Rediscovered in the early 19th century, the temples and their relics are among Egypt’s greatest treasures.

Days nine-10 – Return to Luxor Over two days, your river cruiser makes her lazy way north

Hilton Cairo Heliopolis, Cairo HHHHH

Bed & Breakfast and One Lunch nights 1-3

Situated near the airport and the centre of Almaza, this expansive hotel is ringed by landscaped gardens and features a wealth of amenities. Guests have access to two outdoor swimming pools with cabanas, a kid’s pool, a fitness centre, a spa, and nine dining options, including a pool bar and traditional English pub. The décor in the classic guestrooms features touches of Egyptian heritage, and each has air conditioning, a TV, a mini-bar, a safe, and free Wi-Fi.

Sonesta Nile Goddess

downriver once more, heading back past the sites at Kom Ombo and Edfu, and mooring for a last night in Luxor. Take the opportunity to spend two days enjoying the tranquillity of the ship, dipping in and out of the pool and making the most of the on-board amenities as the stunning scenery passes gently by. Day 11 – Fly back to the UK Bid farewell to your ship and Egyptian hosts, and transfer to Luxor airport for your flight back to Cairo and your international flight back to the UK.

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Full-Board nights 4-10

Follow in the footsteps of the pharaohs as you drift along the River Nile aboard the Sonesta Nile Goddess. This traditional Nile ship has 53 cabins and suites. The large, attractive sun deck has a swimming pool, a pool bar and ample space on which to relax and take in the mesmerising scenery. Other amenities include a restaurant, which serves local and international cuisine, a library and a bazaar. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style, and dinner is à la carte. There’s entertainment on board, including Egyptian-themed nights and a bar with nightly music. Each cabin is air-conditioned and features a mini-bar, TV, safe and a private bathroom with a bath and a shower.

Nefertiti, Egypt

Luxor Temple, Egypt Karnak Temple, Egypt

Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel, Cairo

Sonesta Nile Goddess

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New England in the Fall

Catch your breath at one of nature’s greatest sights, journey through some stunning countryside, and visit two wonderful cities.

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Day One – Fly to New York Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and transfer to your ideally located hotel in New Jersey to relax, make use of the amenities and enjoy dinner.

Day Two – Optional tour of Manhattan Make the short transfer across the Hudson River into the heart of New York – Midtown Manhattan – for a marvellous, memorable day in the incomparable ‘Big Apple’. Explore this breathtaking city under your own steam, or join the optional guided city tour.

Marvel at the famous sights – the Empire State building and bustling Times Square, the green acres of Central Park, the southern tip of Wall Street and the waterfront district before ending your tour with a ride to the top of the Rockefeller Center, an iconic attraction.

This afternoon, indulge in some retail therapy, taking in Macy’s or Saks, two of the world’s most celebrated stores. Return to New Jersey at the end of the day to unwind and have dinner.

Day Three – Scenic journey through New England Board the coach for the journey north onto the scenic highways of Upstate New York. Break the trip up at the large Yankee Candle

flagship store in Deerfield, where a vast range of candles, Christmas and Halloween novelties make for a fascinating diversion and stopover. You’ll then set off into the Berkshire Hills for an overnight stay in Mount Snow in Vermont, sitting on the side of a mountain, with enchanting vistas of the surrounding landscape.

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Day Four – Included tour of fall colours and North Conway Embark on a full-day tour through the stunning scenery of New England at its very finest, as you soak up the beauty of this region of rolling, forested hills and picturebook villages and towns.

Travel through the spectacular Quechee Gorge and along the Kancamagus Highway, soaking in the startling fall foliage displays.

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• Heathrow £2,339 • Manchester £2,485 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

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• Manhattan City Tour & Top of the Rock (half day) – from £69

• Mount Washington Cog Railway & Scenic Byways (full day) – from £85

• Boston City Tour (half day) – from £19

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Please note: Since the tour covers a large distance, south to north, from New York to Maine, fall foliage colours will, of course, vary dependent upon your date of travel. On early departures, leaves are more likely to have turned in the northern areas, whereas on later dates, it is the more southern areas that will be most notable for their colourful foliage, with leaf fall possibly having already occurred further north. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

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Kancamagus Highway, New Hampshire

Head Light, Maine

Pay a short visit to the resort-town North Conway, in the heart of New Hampshire, where several renowned outlet malls vie for your custom, before heading into Maine for a two-night stay in the beautiful mountain village of Bethel. Popular for hiking, skiing, cycling and kayaking, this picturesque place allows you to escape the buzz of city life.

Day Five – Optional Mount Washington tour Today brings opportunities to discover what Bethel has to offer while embracing the natural delights. You can opt to meander around the downtown shops and museums.

However, many will wish to join the optional excursion to famed Mount Washington, journeying aboard the historic Cog Railway – the only one east of the Rockies – to the summit of New England’s highest peak at the heart of the White Mountains region. The summit station can be one of the world’s windiest places, so hang onto your hat! Later, return to Bethel and enjoy an evening guided drive in search of moose in the nearby forest area.

Day Six – Included visit to Coastal Maine and Nantasket Beach Go south this morning to the

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Explore glittering New York – the world’s most exciting city, with its famous skyline

• Visit the Yankee Candle Flagship Store, where it’s Christmas every day

• A spectacular Fall foliage tour includes idyllic Woodstock, Quechee Gorge and a drive along the glorious Kancamagus Highway

• Visit North Conway, in the heart of the scenic White Mountains

• Discover the delights of coastal Maine, including maritime Portland and Kennebunkport

• Visit elegant Boston, America’s most European city, with its Freedom Trail and gold- domed State House

• Discover historic Plymouth and fashionable Newport, Rhode Island

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to New York, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

seafaring city of Portland, with its waterfront wharves and fine seafood restaurants.

Continue via the exclusive Bush Family retreat of Kennebunkport towards Boston, America’s most European city, and the resort of Nantasket Beach, south of Boston across Quincy Bay for the last two nights of your tour.

Day Seven – Optional tour of Boston Experience a memorable day in delightful Boston. Upon arrival, there is the opportunity to venture on a fascinating optional guided tour along the famous Freedom Trail through the heart of the compact city.

Take in the green acres of Boston Common, the gold-domed State House, then perhaps visit colourful Quincy Market with its speciality stalls. The rejuvenated harbourfront area is also home to the New England Aquarium, which is worth checking out.

Stroll around the harbour-side parks and gardens, check out Newbury Street’s stylish boutiques or visit one of the city’s many breweries – Boston is one of North America’s craft beer capitals –and take time for a leisurely lunch in a vast choice of eateries.

Holiday Inn, Hasbrouck Heights nights 1-2

Across the Hudson River from New York’s Manhattan, this popular hotel features a bar and restaurant. There’s an outdoor pool, open seasonally, and comfortable guestrooms boast excellent facilities.

Please note: On selected dates, you’ll stay at the Courtyard by Marriot Secaucus Meadowlands.

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A lovely mountain-side hotel surrounded by lush foliage. There’s a restaurant and pub as well as a deli with a wellstocked gift shop. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, whirlpool and a gym.

You can also cross the Charles River to famous Cambridge, home to Harvard University before returning to Nantasket at the end of the day, perhaps to dine on traditional clam chowder or New England lobster – a special holiday treat.

Day Eight – Included Plymouth and Rhode Island tour and return flight A final day sees you travel via the pilgrim city of Plymouth, where the historic streets were once trodden by the first settlers. Then head on towards the fashionable Newport, Rhode Island, with its ‘weekenders’ cottages. Finally, you’ll be dropped at New York’s JFK Airport for your return overnight flight back to the UK.

Day Nine – Land back in the UK Arrive back on UK soil at the end of a truly exceptional holiday.

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Grand Summit Resort, Bethel nights 4-5

Located at the entrance to the Sunday River resort, this traditional hotel offers an unequalled mountainside location. There is a heated outdoor swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a health club, and two restaurants. Cosy guestrooms have TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities and free Wi-Fi.

Nantasket Beach Resort, Hull nights 6-7

Located just under an hour’s drive from downtown Boston, on the seafront promenade with many restaurants, bars and a handful of local shops, this hotel has a restaurant and bar as well as an indoor swimming pool.

Boston Harbour, Boston

John Harvard, Cambridge USS Constitution, Boston

Nantasket Beach Resort, Hull

Grand Summit, Mount Snow

New England’s Autumn Colours & Niagara Falls

Perfectly timed to coincide with North America’s most spectacular season, this journey combines countryside and coastal villages, the great historic cities of Québec and Boston, and the majestic Niagara Falls.

Day One – Fly to the Montréal Fly to the French-speaking, cultural hub of Montréal, meet your tour manger and travel to your hotel in the downtown area for the next two nights.

Day Two – Optional guided walking tour of Québec City Today’s excursion takes you to charming Québec City, Canada’s only walled settlement. One of North America’s oldest cities, Québec was founded before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, and is the only city north of Mexico whose original fortifications remain intact. Choose to join an optional walking tour with a local guide and explore the narrow, cobbled alleyways of the lower Basse Ville and its upper Haute counterpart.

Day Three – Travel to Bethel via Magog This morning, you’ll check out of the hotel and make the scenic journey to the Canada/US border.

As you traverse the winding roads, you can take in the vivid palette of fall with reds, golds, purples, and browns. On the way, you’ll stop for a break in Magog, a pleasant town set on the northern shores of Lake Memphremagog. You’ll then cross the border into New Hampshire and conclude in Bethel, a quintessential New England town.

Day Four – Travel to Lincoln, cross the Kancamagus Highway, stop at North Conway, and included evening moose tour Get ready for an unforgettable day, showcasing the fall colours at their most spectacular and some of New England’s quaintest towns. You’ll start with a picturesque drive, travelling past Mount Washington, the highest peak in the north-eastern USA. A stop will be enjoyed at Flume Gorge, with a chance to take a brief stroll into the gorge at the base of Mount Liberty in Franconia Notch State Park. Next, you’ll call at nearby Lincoln, a small town in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, popular with outdoor enthusiasts for its hiking trails. Continuing your trip, you’ll traverse the renowned Kancamagus Highway, a scenic byway like no other. This road offers an uninterrupted panorama of the landscape, with no buildings to obstruct your view, and a sea of bright shades. An enjoyable stop awaits as you pause in North Conway, where you can do some shopping at the outlets. You’ll then make your way back to Bethel, and with an expert local guide, set off on a moose sighting tour.

Day Five – Travel to Portland and a free afternoon in Kennebunkport After checking

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• Québec City Tour – from £24 • Boston City Tour (half day) – from £19

• Newport, Rhode Island with a Mansion Visit (full day) – from £39

• Niagara-on-the-Lake (half day) – from £19 • Helicopter Flight over Niagara Falls – from £144 Room for Sole Use from £1,199

Please note: Since the tour covers a large distance, south to north, from New York to Maine, fall foliage colours will, of course, vary dependent upon your date of travel. On early departures, leaves are more likely to have turned in the northern areas, whereas on later dates, it is the more southern areas that will be most notable for their colourful foliage, with leaf fall possibly having already occurred further north. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Fall Colours, New Hampshire

Boston, Massachusetts

White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire

Newport

out of the hotel, you’ll hit the road again and travel to coastal Portland, located on Maine’s rugged shores of the Atlantic Ocean. This city boasts a unique offering of historic attractions and contemporary culture, as seen through its architecture. You’ll have the chance to explore the waterfront with working fishing wharves and warehouses that have been transformed into restaurants and shops. You’ll then make your way to Kennebunkport, an authentic New England fishing village, fronted by long, sandy beaches and old lighthouses.

Day Six – Drive to Boston and optional city tour You’ll leave Maine today after breakfast and head into the heart of blue-blooded Boston, New England’s largest city. Upon arrival, you can choose to join an optional city tour that covers the major historical landmarks and the role the city played in American history. The Freedom Trail serves as an ideal starting point given that it leads to significant sights like the Massachusetts State House, Paul Revere’s House, and the Old North Church. Your guide will also point out some of the most popular museums and galleries, as well as Boston Common, the oldest public park in the United States and the harbour. In the afternoon, you’ll be transferred to the next hotel in Revere,

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy time in Montreal and discover historic Québec City

• Stay in Bethel, a quintessential New England town

• Visit Lincoln, a small town in New Hampshire

• Drive along the Kancamagus Highway, a scenic byway

• Venture on an evening moose sighting tour in Bethel

• Enjoy fresh seafood in Portland and Kennebunkport

• Experience historic blue-blooded Boston

• Choose to survey the mansions of Newport, Rhode Island

• Spend time in Old Sturbridge Village, a living museum, which recreates life in rural New England

• Stop over in Seneca Falls, the setting for the film It’s a Wonderful Life and associated with women’s suffrage

• Explore Niagara Falls at your leisure with an optional helicopter flight and drive along Niagara Parkway to Niagara-on-the Lake

• Walk around the centre of metropolitan Toronto

• 10 nights’ carefully chosen room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Montréal and from Toronto, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

located by the Atlantic Ocean. Revere Beach, the oldest public beach in the United States, is right by the hotel.

Day Seven – Optional full day tour of Newport, Rhode Island with a mansion visit You can join an optional full day tour of Newport, Rhode Island, an upmarket East Coast haven for many of North America’s most affluent families (the Kennedy’s got married here). Home to opulent waterfront summer homes, this premier resort town is associated with famous names such as the Vanderbilts, Carnegies and Rockefellers. You’ll visit one of these mansions and explore the Ocean Drive Historic District.

Day Eight – Travel to Albany, New York with a stop at Old Sturbridge Village Check out of your hotel and board the coach for Albany, the capital and oldest city in the state of New York. You’ll first make a stop at Old Sturbridge Village, a living museum, which recreates life in rural New England during the 1790s through 1830s. This is the largest living museum in New England, with over 40 historical buildings and costumed historians setting a realistic scene.

Day Nine – Visit to Seneca Falls and travel to Niagara Falls Leave Albany and head for Seneca

Sheraton Centre, Montreal nights 1-2

Centrally located just a few minutes’ walk from Rue St Catherine, this hotel has a restaurant and a large, airy café/bar, as well as an indoor swimming pool, a whirlpool, and a gym.

Grand Summit Resort, Bethel night 3-4

This impressive hotel combines quality and service in an unequalled mountainside location near the Maine village of Bethel.

The Nonantum Resort, Kennebunkport nights 5

A historic riverfront resort dating back to 1883 and within walking distance to the centre of Kennebunkport, a quintessential New England fishing village with an assortment of shops and cafés.

Falls, a hamlet reflecting small town America at its best. Positioned at the northern end of Cayuga Lake in the Fingers Lake, Seneca Falls was the setting for the film It’s a Wonderful Life and played an important role in the women’s suffrage. You’ll then continue over the border back to Canada for two nights in Niagara Falls.

Day 10 – Free time to explore Niagara Falls, optional helicopter flight and afternoon drive on the Niagara Parkway to Niagara-on-the Lake You’ll have the morning at leisure to enjoy the very best of Niagara Falls’ dramatic natural beauty and its surrounding city streets. Alternatively, you can choose an optional 10-minute helicopter ride above the white-water rapids below. In the afternoon, there will be an optional drive along the Niagara Parkway to the delightful town of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Day 11 – Travel to Toronto with free time and return flight Depart for metropolitan Toronto with some free time in Canada’s largest city, built on the banks of Lake Ontario. Later, you’ll travel to the airport for your overnight return flight home.

Day 12 – Land back in the UK Arrive back in the UK following your autumnal adventure.

Springhill Suites, Revere Beach nights 6-7

With views of Revere Beach, this ideally located hotel is just a short walk from the train station, ensuring easy access to downtown Boston in about 15 minutes.

Hilton Albany, Albany night 8

Located in the downtown area, this modern hotel is close to the New York Capital State building. A contemporary restaurant offers all-day dining, and there is a fitness centre with a heated indoor swimming pool.

Sheraton Fallsview, Niagara Falls nights 9-10

Looking out over the Niagara Falls, this striking hotel offers an indoor walkway to Casino Niagara and Fallsview Indoor Waterpark.

Niagara Falls, Canada

Kennebunkport, Maine

George Washington Statue, Boston

The Nonantum Resort, Kennebunkport

Sheraton Fallsview, Niagara Falls

14-day escorted tour from £3,899

New England & Canada Fall Colours Cruise

Awash with colour and historical enlightenment at every turn, this autumnal journey promises a distinctive perspective of North America’s most spectacular season.

Day One – Fly to Boston You’ll arrive in Boston, New England’s largest city, and be welcomed by your friendly, local tour manager. The group will then be transferred to Revere, set by the Atlantic Ocean. Conveniently, Revere provides easy access to downtown Boston via the nearby subway connection, ensuring that you’re within reach in twenty minutes.

Day Two – Included visit to Boston and optional half-day tour This morning, you’ll head into the heart of Boston, where a blend of history and modernity can be observed throughout. The day will be free for personal sightseeing, during which you can perhaps meander around Boston Common, the oldest public park in the United States, venture to the harbour or visit the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum for an interactive experience. You’ll have the option to join a guided half-day tour that covers the major historical landmarks and highlights the role the city played in American history. The Freedom Trail serves as an ideal starting point given that it leads to significant sights like the Massachusetts State House, Paul Revere’s House, and the Old North Church.

Your guide will also point out some of the most popular museums and galleries before you

travel to one of the tallest buildings in New England, the Prudential Tower, and ascend to the 52nd floor for a breath-taking view of the city’s skyline.

Day Three – Set sail on your cruise After you’ve checked out of the hotel, you’ll be transferred to the cruise terminal to board your new home for the week, the Holland America Line ship, MS Zuiderdam. Check into your plush cabin and relax as the ship departs the harbour, perhaps heading for a drink at one of the bars before dinner.

Day Four – Bar Harbor, Maine Nestled on Mount Desert Island in Maine, Bar Harbor is a quintessential New England coastal town. Enjoy this idyllic haven with its cobblestone streets, eateries and boutiques. Tasting the local delicacy, lobster, is highly recommended, complemented by a scoop or two from the ice cream parlours.

Day Five – Halifax, Nova Scotia Welcome to Canada! Perched on the rugged Atlantic Ocean shoreline, Halifax, Nova Scotia’s provincial capital, is a fusion of ancient maritime history and modern additions. Its nautical heritage

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• Boston City Tour (half day) – from £49

Please note: There is a $6 US charge to cross the border from Canada to the USA. This is payable in cash at the border crossing and is not included in the holiday price. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 20 minutes.

Stowe Village, New England

MS Zuiderdam

Boston, Massachusetts

comes alive through world-class museums, historic bunkers, and fortresses.

Day Six – Sydney, Nova Scotia Sydney, the largest city on Cape Breton Island, is seamlessly connected to the rest of Nova Scotia by a causeway. Begin your Sydney adventure at the harbour, where you can peruse locally crafted goods and marvel at the world’s largest fiddle.

Day Seven – Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island Charlottetown serves as both the capital of Prince Edward Island, Canada’s smallest province, and its largest city with a population of fewer than 35,000 residents. Although the city is small in size, it has a remarkable collection of Victorian architecture and expansive parks.

Day Eight – Cruise the Gulf of St. Lawrence Today, your cruise will sail past the historic shipwreck site of little St. Paul’s Island, crowned by a lighthouse, and famously called ‘the graveyard of the gulf’. This marks your passage through the Cabot Strait into the Gulf of St. Lawrence, a colossal expanse that shares its coastline with half of Canada’s ten provinces.

Day Nine – Québec City The ship will dock in Québec City this morning, and the remainder of the day is free to explore. Wander the narrow,

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Embrace time in Boston and journey on an optional guided tour of the major landmarks

• Set off on a full-board seven-night cruise from Boston to Québec City with four ports of call and a host of on-shore optional excursions to take advantage of

• Experience Québec City, with its historic district, fortifications, Citadel and battlegrounds

• Learn about the history and production of maple syrup first-hand accompanied by a buffet lunch

• Embark on an incredibly scenic drive, showcasing the spectacular fall foliage of New England

• Venture through New Hampshire with stops at Lincoln and across the beautiful Kancamagus Highway

• Travel to the coast of Portland and Kennebunkport, an authentic New England fishing village

• Five nights’ room-only accommodation in a series of good-quality hotels and seven nights’ full-board accommodation aboard the Holland America Line ship, MS Zuiderdam, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Boston, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

cobbled alleyways of the lower Basse Ville and its upper Haute counterpart. Together these two districts form the endlessly enthralling Vieux-Québec, dominated by the monumental Citadel and the Château Frontenac hotel. Spend the night aboard Zuiderdam berthed alongside in Québec.

Day 10 – Included visit to a Maple syrup sugar shack, lunch stop and travel to Sherbrooke As you disembark from the ship this morning, you’ll begin your journey to Sherbrooke in the pictorial Eastern Townships, a region set just short of the United States border. On the way, the tour will stop at a sugar shack, a maple syrup producer, where you’ll enjoy a hearty buffet lunch and a chance to immerse yourself in one of Canada’s most beloved productions. Later in the day, you’ll continue to Sherbrook and check into your hotel for the night.

Day 11 – Scenic drive through New England to Bethel You’ll set off through the beautiful landscape, decked with autumn colours this morning, to cross into the United States. The drive will conclude in Bethel, a quintessential New England Town, known for its charm and natural beauty.

SpringHill Suites Revere Beach, Revere nights 1-2

With views of Revere Beach, this ideally located hotel is just a short walk from the train station for fast, direct access to Boston. Guests have access to a fitness centre, an indoor swimming pool, an on-site Starbucks, and a restaurant overlooking the ocean. Sleek guestrooms encompass microwaves, mini-fridges, TVs, hairdryers, safes, and Wi-Fi.

Holland America Line Ship, Zuiderdam nights 3-9

Comfortable cabins feature TVs with an interactive menu of programming, mini-fridges, hairdryers, safes, tea/coffeemakers, and Wi-Fi. Six dining choices are available, as well as 24/7 room service. Guests also have access to on-board pickle courts, a spa and salon, a casino, a fitness centre, and there’s a range of different entertainment every night.

Day 12 – New Hampshire scenic drive and the Kancamagus Highway Embarking on another adventure today, the drive will take you from Maine into New Hampshire’s White Mountains Continuing your trip, you’ll traverse the renowned Kancamagus Highway, a scenic byway like no other. This road offers an uninterrupted panorama of the landscape, with no buildings to obstruct your view, and a sea of vivid shades. An enjoyable stop awaits as you pause in North Conway, where you can do some shopping at the outlets, perhaps picking up some bargains. You’ll then make your way back to Bethel for the evening.

Day 13 – Visit to Portland and Kennebunkport After checking out of the hotel, you’ll hit the road again and travel to coastal Portland, located on the Maine shores of the Atlantic Ocean. You’ll then make your way to Kennebunkport, an authentic New England fishing village, fronted by long, sandy beaches and old lighthouses. Lastly, you’ll be driven back to Boston and to the airport for your overnight flight home.

Day 14 – Arrive back in the UK You’ll arrive back in the UK.

Delta Sherbrooke Hotel, Sherbrooke night 10

A sophisticated hotel with modern guestrooms offering TVs, tea/coffee-makers, air conditioning, hairdryers, and free Wi-Fi. Guests have access to a polished restaurant, a well-equipped 24/7 gym, and a hair salon.

The Bethel Resort & Suites, Bethel nights 11-12

A historic resort dating back to 1913 and surrounded by beautiful grounds, an 18-hole championship golf course, a health club with an outdoor heated pool, a fitness centre and saunas, and biking trails. Traditionally decorated guestrooms have air conditioning, tea/coffee-makers, TVs, and Wi-Fi. Dining can be enjoyed in the tavern and grill or breakfast room, and on the patio or in the poolside lounge.

Château Frontenac, Quebec

Flume Covered Bridge, Lincoln Portland, Maine

SpringHill Suites Revere Beach, Revere

Holland America Line Ship, MS Zuiderdam

New York, Washington DC & Niagara Falls

A journey abounding with the central highlights of three significant, enthralling American cities and one of the world’s greatest natural wonders.

Available Sep to Nov 2024, May to Jun & Sep to Nov 2025

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• Heathrow £2,399 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

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• Washington City Tour (half day) – from £30

• Manhattan City Tour & Top of the Rock (half day) – from £68

• Niagara Falls Lunch – from £33

• Helicopter Over Niagara Falls – from £105 Room for Sole Use from £619

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour and 30 minutes. There is a $6 US charge to cross the border from Canada to the USA. This is payable in cash at the border crossing and is not included in the tour price.

Touch down in the ‘Big Apple’ and waste no time embracing New York’s exhilarating atmosphere. Discover New York’s landmark skyscrapers, the green expanse of Central Park, the polished Fifth Avenue stores, the glittering lights of Broadway, and Times Square. The birthplace of America, Philadelphia, is next, with a visit to the Independence Hall National Park followed by a stay in Arlington, home to the Arlington National Cemetery. Washington DC provides further insight into the country’s past, and an optional guided excursion encompasses the iconic political monuments of the Capitol, the White House and Supreme Court.

Gettysburg’s battlefield site and Niagara Falls are additional stops, with the chance to fly in a helicopter above the tumbling waters before the tour concludes in cosmopolitan Toronto.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Revel in the frenetic energy of New York, awash with attractions at your own pace

• Join an optional city tour that ends with observing the soaring skyscrapers from atop Rockefeller Center

• Discover the US capital of historic Philadelphia, the birthplace of American Independence

• Visit the iconic monuments of America’s compact capital, Washington DC, on an optional excursion

• Learn about the history of Gettysburg National Military Park

Enjoy Niagara Falls and its famous three waterfalls with an optional helicopter ride

• Discover waterfront Toronto, a cosmopolitan and cultured metropolis

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three- and fourstar room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to New York and from Toronto, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Learn about the colourful story of America’s birth and the characters of the men, like Benjamin Franklin and George Washington, who wrought it in Philadelphia

View Washington’s domed Capitol building on Capitol Hill, home to the US Senate and the House of Representatives, the vast Library of Congress and the Supreme Court.

Stop off at the Gettysburg National Military Park, which preserves the land upon which Unionist forces overcame the Confederates during one of the bloodiest battles of the American Civil War.

Travel to Niagara Falls, a city set on the Niagara River and treat yourself to an optional helicopter flight over the falls in the morning.

Finally, board the coach for Toronto, where you’ll be introduced to the major sights, from the waterfront developments to the sky-piercing CN Tower.

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Your accommodation includes carefully selected three and four-star hotels that will add to the enjoyment of your holiday.

Holiday Inn, Hasbrouck Heights nights 1-2

Sheraton Suites Old Town, Alexandria night 3-4

Please note: In 2024, you’ll stay at the Hilton Hotel, Arlington on night 3.

Fairfield Inn & Suites, Williamsport night 5 Sheraton-on-the-Falls, Niagara Falls nights 6-7

Manhattan Bridge, New York

Fairfield Inn & Suites, Williamsport

Sheraton-on-the-Falls, Niagara Falls

Washington Monument, Washington D.C.

Niagara Falls, Canada

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Begin with a two-night stay in historic, colonial Williamsburg, the gateway to all-powerful Washington and Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, then take in the dazzling wonders of the ‘Big Apple’ – New York – and the streets of elegant Boston. Charlottesville’s historic streets, forested New England, Newport’s studied grandeur and an optional excursion to visit Cape Cod and Plymouth, complete a wonderful East Coast adventure.

Start in colonial Williamsburg, perhaps joining an optional excursion to Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in America, where you’ll be transported back to the pioneering days of the 18th century. Next, you’ll travel into Virginia and pretty Charlottesville before enjoying a scenic drive through the Shenandoah National Park.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit all-powerful Washington D.C., home to the White House and Capitol Hill

• Drive through Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park to the historic, magnolia-lined streets of Charlottesville

• Explore glittering New York – the world’s most exciting city, with its famous skyline

• Visit Newport, Rhode Island, with its beautiful seafront mansions

• Discover elegant Boston, where the Freedom Trail takes in places associated with the American Revolution

Seven nights’ carefully chosen three-star room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Flights to Washington, returning from Boston, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

A day in ‘D.C.’ offers an optional introduction to the US capital before you journey to New Jersey, crossing the Hudson River to explore pulsating New York – the incomparable ‘Big Apple’.

Another scenic journey leads to Newport, the refuge of America’s ‘first families’, and beautiful Cape Cod, home to the Kennedys’ Hyannisport. Continue on to visit historic Plymouth, where the ‘Pilgrim Fathers’ landed during an optional tour to the fascinating Plimoth Patuxet Museums. Finally, you’ll visit elegant Boston and discover the city’s colourful and rich history, as you take in the major historic sights, including the gold-domed State House overlooking Boston Common, the cobbled streets of Beacon Hill, Quincy Market, the harbour and the world-class aquarium.

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Your accommodation includes carefully selected three and four-star hotels that will add to the enjoyment of your holiday.

Holiday Inn Express, Busch Gardens nights 1-2

Sheraton Suites Old Town, Alexandria night 3

Please note: In 2024, you’ll stay at the Hilton Hotel, Arlington on night 3.

Holiday Inn Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey nights 4-5

Nantasket Beach Resort

Hotel and Spa, Hull nights 6-7

9-day escorted tour from £2,399

Washington, New York & Boston

Explore a trio of great cities and some stunning countryside during springtime or with the striking background of fall’s russet reds and golden hues.

Available Sep, Oct 2024, May, Jun, Sep & Oct 2025

Fly direct (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £2,399 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

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• Jamestowne & Williamsburg Tour (full day) – from £139

• Washington City Tour (half day) – from £35

• Manhattan Tour & Top of the Rock (half day) – from £89

• Cape Cod & Plimoth Patuxet Museums Tour (full day) – from £39

• Boston City Tour (half day) – from £19

Room for Sole Use from £685

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately two hours.

Since the tour covers a large distance, south to north, from Virginia to Massachusetts, fall foliage colours will, of course, on departure dates in the autumn, vary dependent upon your date of travel. On early departures, leaves are more likely to have turned in the northern areas covered, whereas on later dates, it is the more southern areas that will be most notable for their colourful foliage.

The Capitol Building, Washington D.C.

Sheraton Suites Old Town, Alexandria

Holiday Inn Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Central Park, New York

Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia

11-day escorted tour from £2,899

The Blue Ridge Mountains, Washington DC, Charleston & Savannah

Embrace the hospitality and charm of southern America, from the political epicentre of the nation to easy-going coastal towns, with expanses of breathtaking natural beauty in between.

Day One – Fly to Washington Today, you’ll land in Washington Dulles airport and be welcomed by your friendly, local tour manager.

A coach will then transfer you to your hotel in Alexandria, a vibrant waterfront city just across from Washington D.C. Once you’ve checked in, the rest of the evening will be free to get settled and explore the surrounding area.

Day Two – Included tour of Washington D.C. and afternoon at leisure You’ll travel to the heart of Washington D.C. this morning and discover the nation’s capital under the guidance of your tour manager. The group will be shown several of the major sights and gain a deeper understanding their significance. For the rest of the afternoon, you can explore at your own pace, perhaps doing some museum hopping, wandering down the delightful streets of historic Georgetown, or relaxing in one of D.C.’s pretty parks, like Botanic Garden or Meridian Hill Park.

Day Three – Take the Skyline Drive to Charlottesville An incredibly scenic journey awaits as you check out of the hotel and drive towards Charlottesville in Virginia, the former home of two US presidents, Thomas

Jefferson and James Monroe. You’ll stop off at Charlotteville, set in Virginia’s Piedmont region, to stretch your legs, perhaps viewing the University of Virginia, designed by Thomas Jefferson himself. The tour will then continue to the town of Williamsburg, enriched in history to check into the hotel and stroll around before finding somewhere for dinner.

Day Four – Included visit to Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestowne The meticulously preserved Colonial Williamsburg will be explored today and you can observe as costumed interpreters bring history to life, showcasing daily activities in the 18th century. You’ll walk around the world’s largest outdoor living museum, passing historic buildings, and hearing locals in period costume discuss the day’s events in the dialect of the time. During your visit, you’ll learn about how this city was an important hub of political and revolutionary activity leading up to the American Revolution. Jamestowne is next, and your tour manager will take you through the first permanent English settlement in America, dating back to 1607. Set on the banks of the Jamestowne River, this settlement features the replicas of three ships that brought colonists to Virginia, an archaeology site, and an island,

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• Biltmore Estate Tour – from £79

• Savannah Trolley Tour – from £35 Room for Sole Use from £1,165

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Charleston, South Carolina

Washington Monument, Washington D.C.

Charleston, South Carolina

teeming with wildlife. The evening is free to relax and have dinner at your leisure.

Day Five – Drive to Asheville Check out of your hotel and board the coach for another picturesque drive. Later in the day, you’ll arrive in the city of Ashville, enclosed by a mountainous landscape and popular for its art scene and beautiful historic architecture. Once you’ve arrived, you can check into your hotel, and perhaps take advantage of its diverse culinary offerings and locally brewed craft beer.

Day Six – Day at leisure in Ashville or optional tour to Biltmore Estate Today, you’re free to explore Ashville at your own pace, perhaps seeking out its vast assortment of art galleries and museums and wandering around its downtown area, with well-preserved Art Deco, Victorian and neoclassical-style buildings. Alternatively, you can join an optional tour to Biltmore House, a historic mansion and one of the most famous and impressive houses in the United States. Regarded as ‘America’s largest home’, this 250-room French Renaissance-like château spans 175,000 square feet and has 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, 65 fireplaces, and a luxurious indoor swimming pool. The evening will be free for further exploration.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover Washington D.C. on a guided tour

• Journey across the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway

• Stop over in Charlottesville, the former home of two US presidents, Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe

• Visit the world’s largest outdoor living museum in Colonial Williamsburg

• Wander around historic Jamestowne, the first permanent English settlement in America

• Join an optional excursion to Biltmore Estate, a French Renaissance-like château and ‘America’s largest home’

• Travel to Charleston and meander through the cobblestone lanes and observe poignant Fort Sumter

• Revel in Savannah’s Southern grace, charming park-like squares and hearty cuisine

• Board an optional open-air trolley tour and explore the historic districts of Savannah

• Nine nights’ room-only accommodation in a series of good-quality hotels, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Washington and from Atlanta, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Seven – Travel to Charleston, South Carolina and orientation city tour This morning, after checking out, you’ll travel to Charleston, set along the Atlantic Ocean and one of the oldest cities in the United States. Here, you’ll check into your hotel before your tour manager takes you on an orientation tour of this delightful port city, home to pastel antebellum houses and cobblestone lanes. You’ll be introduced to the French Quarter and Battery districts, as well as the promenade, Waterfront Park, and Fort Sumter – the point at which the first shots of the Civil War were fired. For the rest of the day, you can amble around the sights, and find somewhere for dinner, perhaps sampling the Southern cuisine, like shrimp and grits, she-crab soup and Lowcountry boil.

Day Eight – Morning at leisure, transfer to Beaufort and continue to Savannah You’ll have a free morning once you’ve checked out today, allowing you to explore further points of interest, perhaps the lively harbour lined with waterfront restaurants. Board the coach and make a stop at coastal Beaufort, set on Port Royal Island, one of South Carolina’s Sea Islands. Later, you’ll continue on to nearby Savannah, immersed in history and featuring 22 leafy public squares and a lively waterfront area. When you’ve checked into your

Sheraton Suites Old Town, Alexandria nights 1-2

Guestrooms have a small kitchen with fridge and a microwave, and the hotel has a gym, restaurant and bar.

Holiday Inn Express, Busch Gardens area, Williamsburg nights 3-4

This hotel offers comfortable guestrooms with tea/coffeemakers, hairdryers, mini-fridges, TVs, and Wi-Fi.

Doubletree by Hilton, Asheville Downtown, Asheville nights 5-6

Modern guestrooms have TVs, air-conditioning, tea/coffeemakers, mini-fridges, safes, hairdryers, irons and Wi-Fi. A rooftop bar boasts views of the mountains, and there’s a lobby bar, a café, a fitness room, and an indoor swimming pool.

hotel, you can head straight out to soak up the nightlife or try more seafood delicacies and the local fried chicken.

Day Nine – Free day in Savannah or optional guided trolley tour A whole day of personal sightseeing awaits you today, ensuring ample time to tick off the city’s highlights. If you’d prefer a guided tour alternative, you can board an optional trolley tour, which allows you to explore on a 90-minute narrated sightseeing experience. This is an ideal way to traverse the sights and squares of Savannah while listening to the stories and historical facts of Georgia’s first city and its notable residents. You can sit back in an open-air trolley and appreciate the scenery. As it’s your last evening, be sure to get your fill of Southern cuisine and visit the local breweries and taprooms –Savannah has a burgeoning craft beer scene, too.

Day 10 – Transfer to Atlanta and fly back to the UK You’ll check out of your hotel and travel to Atlanta for your evening overnight flight.

Day 11 – UK arrival Arrive back in the UK following an exploration of America’s oldest cities and a deep dive into the past.

Hampton Inn Historic District, Charleston night 7

This charming hotel is located adjacent to the Charleston Museum and within the historic district. An outdoor swimming pool can be found in the courtyard area of the hotel, and there’s a well-equipped fitness centre, breakfast room and lounge. Classically decorated guestrooms have TVs, irons, tea/coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.

Staybridge Suites Savannah Historic District, Savannah nights 8-9

Housed in a redbrick building in downtown Savannah near the Savannah River, this hotel is set a short distance from the popular City Market. Guests have access to a fitness centre and a daily happy hour in the lobby.

Forsyth Fountain, Savannah

Lincoln Memorial, Washington D.C.

Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina

Staybridge Suites, Savannah Historic District

Doubletree by Hilton, Asheville

Elvis Presley’s Memphis, New Orleans & Nashville

Journey through America’s musical heartland, from the birthplace of jazz and the cradle of rock ‘n’ roll, to the undisputed capital of country music.

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These hugely popular tours, enjoyed by countless happy customers over the years, have truly stood the test of time.

Day One – Fly to the USA Meet your tour manager at the airport and transfer to your first overnight hotel stop, in either Montgomery or Birmingham, Alabama. Rest and relax after your journey, and enjoy your first evening in the Deep South.

Day Two – Travel to New Orleans Today, you’ll head south across Alabama, into Louisiana and along the Gulf Coast to the great city of New Orleans, the fabled ‘Big Easy’, for a two-night stay.

Waste no time in soaking up the atmosphere of one of the most exuberant places on the face of the planet.

Day Three – Day at leisure or optional New Orleans tour and Manchac Swamp excursion

This morning’s optional guided tour is the perfect introduction to New Orleans and will include the fabled French Quarter of timewarped, iron-balconied buildings centred on Jackson Square, and the neighbouring colourful Tremé district.

This afternoon, take the optional Louisiana Swampland excursion for a glimpse of the surrounding countryside and a taste of Creole life.

Head back to the French Quarter tonight to grab some dinner and immerse yourself in the incomparable atmosphere of the place that gave the world jazz music a century ago and where the legacies of Louis Armstrong and ‘King’ Oliver live on in innumerable bars and clubs.

Day Four – Travel from New Orleans to Tupelo and Memphis Bidding farewell to New Orleans, you’ll travel north into Mississippi, the cradle of the Delta blues and home to the likes of Robert Johnson and Sonny Boy Williamson, journeying to Tupelo, the home of the tiny house in which Elvis Aaron Presley was born in January 1935 (entrance payable locally).

You’ll then continue to Elvis’ beloved hometown Memphis, the bustling city on the bank of the ‘Big Muddy’, which, as well as being forever linked with ‘The King’, boasts a musical heritage to match any city in the world.

“ When you visit Graceland, don’t forget to bring a marker pen to sign the famous wall. ,, travel tip...

Available Sep to Dec 2024, Feb to Jun & Sep to Dec 2025 & 2026

Fly direct (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £2,179 • Manchester £2,349 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• New Orleans City Tour (half day) – from £25

• Bayou & Alligators Tour (half day) – from £49

• Memphis: Graceland & Sounds of the South Tour (full day) – from £129

• Studio B & the Country Music Hall of Fame Tour (half day) – from £56

• Steamboat Dinner Jazz Cruise (evening) – from £89

Room for Sole Use from £599

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately three hours.

Elvis Presley’s Graceland, Memphis

Louisiana

This evening, soak up the atmosphere of colourful Beale Street with its endless choice of restaurants and bars, many of which offer live music.

Your ideally located hotel is just a stone’s throw away from the gates of Graceland and features a restaurant, sports bar and theatre, which you can make the most of during your stay.

Day Five – Day at leisure or optional Sun Studio and Graceland excursion Don’t miss the optional full-day Memphis Sounds excursion, which will include the legendary Sun Studio, where in 1951 rock ‘n’ roll was born with the recording of Rocket 88, and history changed forever three years later with Elvis’ rendition and ‘live’ recording of Arthur Crudup’s That’s Alright, Mama You’ll then make your way to Elvis Presley Boulevard to pay a visit to Graceland, the King’s home, last recording studio and final resting place. This mansion on an expansive estate is the mostvisited privately owned home in America.

After a fascinating day, enjoy another evening in Memphis, perhaps sampling a plate of pork ribs – the city is known as the ‘Barbecue Capital of America’.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy a first night’s stay in Montgomery or Birmingham, Alabama - both fine southern cities rich in Civil Rights history

• Journey through the sleepy countryside of Alabama

• Spend two nights in New Orleans, the laid-back ‘Big Easy’ and birthplace of jazz

• Take in the atmosphere of the French Quarter

• Visit Tupelo, Mississippi – the birthplace of Elvis

• Spend two nights in Memphis at the Guest House at Graceland, right next to Elvis’ famous mansion

• Discover Nashville, the capital of Country Music

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three- and four-star roomonly accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Atlanta, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Six – Travel from Memphis, Tennessee to Nashville Enjoy today’s change of musical genres, as you journey east to Nashville – the capital of country music, for a two-night stay.

Home to the legendary Ryman Auditorium and Grand Ole Opry and to scores of hugely accomplished guitar-pickers and songwriters, Nashville is every inch one of America’s foremost music cities.

Tonight, perhaps catch some local live music after dinner.

Day Seven – Day at leisure or optional Country Music Hall of Fame and Studio B excursion An optional excursion will introduce you to the legendary Studio B – home to countless country hits and a galaxy of Elvis’ RCA recordings, and to the Country Music Hall of Fame. This music recording studio is now a historic landmark. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring the musical delights of Nashville before returning to your hotel for your final night.

Day Eight – Travel from Nashville to Chattanooga and Atlanta for the return flight Journey south on a scenic drive to Chattanooga of ‘Choo-Choo’ fame, a quintessential southern

trading town. You’ll then head to Atlanta airport for your return overnight flight back to the UK.

Day Nine – Arrive back in the UK Arrive home this morning after an amazing and enlightening journey through America’s musical heritage.

“ Did you know that Graceland is covered in a scattering of Christmas lights from mid-November? This includes a life-sized stable scene on the lawn, plus some of Elvis’ original holiday decorations inside the mansion. ,,

your hotels

Accommodation in Montgomery or Birmingham night 1

We use a variety of hotels in these fine southern cities for your first overnight stop in the US, including Drury Inn & Suites, Montgomery; Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Montgomery East Chase Parkway and the Hampton Inn & Suites Tutwiler, Birmingham.

Wyndham New Orleans, New Orleans nights 2-3

Set in a beautifully converted warehouse, within a 15-minute walk from the French Quarter and a large shopping mall, this hotel offers a breakfast room and an indoor pool.

Please note: On selected dates, you’ll stay at the Hampton Inn.

The Guest HouseTM at Graceland, Memphis nights 4-5

When Elvis Aaron Presley first set eyes on Graceland, he didn’t just see a house, he saw the beginnings of a dream. That dream has become a destination – The Guest HouseTM at Graceland welcomes you This full-service hotel has a restaurant, bar, theatre, gift shop and a grocery store, plus a seasonal outdoor pool and bar. The guestrooms offer a TV, a fridge and tea/coffee-making facilities. There is also a shuttle service to Beale Street.

Holiday Inn Vanderbilt, Nashville nights 6-7

Located in the lively Vanderbilt area with shops and restaurants nearby. All guestrooms have a balcony and the hotel has a bar and restaurant with nightly live music.

Elvis Presley, © EPE, inc.

French Quarter, New Orleans

Beale Street, Memphis

The Guest House, Memphis

The Guest House, Memphis

Texas, Presley’s Memphis & New Orleans

Take an extraordinary journey through the southern states, crammed with fascinating musical highlights and interest.

Available Sep to Nov 2024, May & Sep to Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly direct (flight upgrades available).

Prices from

• Heathrow £3,555 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Studio B & the Country Music Hall of Fame Tour (half day) – from £56

• New Orleans City Tour (half day) – from £25

• Bayou & Alligator Tour (half day) – from £49

• Steamboat Dinner Jazz Cruise (evening) – from £89

Room for Sole Use from £1,292

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is 30 minutes.

Combine the magic and musical wonders of the South with the Big Country sights and sounds of the Lone Star State, Texas, on this wonderful escorted tour of America. Take in soulful New Orleans, Space City Houston and the Tex-Mex capital, San Antonio. Visit colourful, bohemian Austin, cattle-town Forth Worth and oil-rich Dallas, and explore two of America’s greatest music cities – Elvis’s beloved Memphis and the country music capital, Nashville.

Fly into Houston to visit NASA’s world-famous Lyndon B Johnson Space Centre, the heart of the famous moon landing. Continue to San Antonio, the capital of Tex-Mex culture, where you’ll have some free time to explore, perhaps discovering the River Walk and relieving the siege of The Alamo.

Next, you’ll travel via Texan State Capital, Austin, en route to the cattle town of Fort Worth

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit Houston and tour NASA’s Lyndon B Johnson Space Centre

• Explore the Tex-Mex culture capital, San Antonio

• Relive the heroics of Davy Crockett at ‘The Alamo’

• Spend time in Texas’ lively capital, Austin

• Experience a stay in ‘cowboy town’ Fort Worth

• Catch a ‘cattle drive’ at the Stockyards

• Enjoy Dallas and visit the Sixth Floor Museum

• Wander around Memphis, Tennessee

• Enjoy the atmosphere on famous Beale Street

• Discover Nashville, the country music capital

• Visit Muscle Shoals and its famous recording studios, and Tupelo, birthplace of Elvis

• Stay in New Orleans, the laid-back ‘Big Easy’ and take in the atmosphere of the fabled French Quarter

• 12 nights’ carefully chosen three- and four-star room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

Return flights to Austin, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experience tour manager

with the famous Stockyards serving as the focal point of the Historic Quarter. Wander the wooden boardwalks and the old fashioned storefronts, recreating the days of the Old ‘Wild’ West. Don’t miss the daily Texan cattle drive before visiting lively Dallas.

You’ll travel onwards to Memphis and enjoy included visits to the infamous Sun Studio and Elvis’ beloved Graceland. Next is Nashville, the undisputed capital of country music. An optional excursion here will introduce the legendary Studio B and the Country Music Hall of Fame. The tour will continue to Muscle Shoals, the home of Rick Halls’ Fame Studios, before spending the night in charming Tupelo, the birthplace of Elvis Presley. New Orleans, the ‘Big Easy’, is the grand finale and, here, you can board an optional steamboat river cruise with dinner on the mighty Mississippi River.

your hotels

Your accommodation includes carefully selected three and four-star hotels that will add to the enjoyment of your holiday.

Hyatt Place Houston Galleria, Houston night 1

Crockett Hotel, San Antonio nights 2-3

Springhill Suites, Fort Worth

Historic Stockyards nights 4-5

The Guest House at Graceland, Memphis nights 6-7

Hampton Inn Elliston Place, Nashville nights 8-9

Hotel Tupelo, Tupelo night 10

Wyndham French Quarter, New Orleans nights 11-12

Hotel Tupelo, Tupelo

Stockyards ‘Cattle Drive’, Texas

Paddle Steamer, New Orleans

Bourbon Street, New Orleans

A visit to Birmingham’s diverse culinary and musical scene starts this pilgrimage on a high note. Tupelo in Mississippi, Elvis’ birthplace, is next with a chance to visit his humble childhood home followed by spirited Memphis, the source of all things blues, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll. Here, a ramble down Beale Street reveals world-class live music venues and is best experienced with a cold beverage and barbequed delicacy in hand.

Optional excursions to the Sun Studio and the famed Graceland allow you to pay homage to the big names before Nashville, the country music capital, ensures a change of rhythm, with time to seek out more live performances, perhaps in one of the renowned country music venues. Join excursions to RCA Studio B in Nashville’s historic Music Row district and the

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Stay over in the foodie city of Birmingham

• Visit Tupelo, Elvis Presley’s birthplace, where there’s a chance to visit his childhood home

• Wander down Memphis’ atmospheric Beale Street, America’s most famous musical highway

• Discover the musical highlights of Memphis on an optional tour, encompassing the Sun Studio and iconic Graceland, Elvis Presley’s final resting place

• Join an optional trip to the RCA Studio B in Nashville’s Music Row district and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

• Call at Sevierville in Sevier County, the birthplace of Dolly Parton, with her bronze life-size statue

• Spend an optional full day at the Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge

• Stop off at the beautiful Smoky Mountains National Park

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen accommodation in a series of good quality hotels, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Atlanta, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, one of the world’s largest museums and research centres dedicated to the preservation of American vernacular music. In the evenings, discover the buzzing honky-tonks, breweries and distilleries.

The tour will then leave Nashville for the forests of the Great Smoky Mountains, America’s most visited national park. You’ll enjoy a couple of nights in Sevier County, the birthplace of Dolly Parton. Finally, conclude your musical pilgrimage with an optional outing to the Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge.

With more than 50 rides and an assortment of award-winning entertainment, shopping and dining options, this charming park promises a day of fun with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park serving as the beautiful backdrop.

your hotels

Your accommodation includes carefully selected three and four-star hotels that will add to the enjoyment of your holiday.

Hotel Indigo, Birmingham night 1 Hotel Indigo, Memphis nights 2-3 Hampton Inn & Suites Elliston Place, Nashville night 4-5

The Lodge at Five Oaks, Sevierville nights 6-7

9-day escorted tour from £2,265

The Ultimate Elvis Presley & Dolly Parton Experience

Tap and sway in time to the unending tunes while travelling to the hometowns of two Tennessee-based stars and America’s greatest musical legends.

Available Sep to Nov 2024, Sep to Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Heathrow £2,265 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise

your holiday

• Dollywood Park Excursion (full day) – from £90

• Memphis: Graceland & Sounds of the South Tour (full day) – from £105

• Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Tour (half day) – from £55

Room for Sole Use from £649

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately two hours.

Dolly Parton Statue, Tennessee

The Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee

Elvis Presley’s Graceland, Memphis

The Lodge at Five Oaks, Sevierville

Hotel Indigo, Memphis

16-day escorted tour from £3,399

Deep South Rhythms, New Orleans & Caribbean Cruise

Combine a journey through America’s musical heartland with a sun-kissed voyage through blue waters.

Available Sep & Nov 2024, Jan to Mar, Sep & Nov 2025

April dates coincide with the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.

Fly direct (flight upgrades available).

Prices from

• Heathrow £3,399 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• New Orleans City Tour (half day) – from £25

• Bayou & Alligators Tour (half day) – from £49

• Memphis: Graceland & Sounds of the South Tour (full day) – from £125

• Studio B & the Country Music Hall of Fame Tour (half day) – from £56

• Steamboat Dinner Jazz Cruise (evening)

– from £89

Upgrade your cabin

Ocean view cabin from £90 and Balcony cabin from £339. Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a cabin.

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your first hotel is approximately three hours.

Enjoy a hugely popular journey through America’s musical South, and follow a wonderful tour with rest and relaxation aboard a well-appointed ship as she sails to the blue skies and crystal-clear waters of the sun-kissed Caribbean.

Savour the musical delights of country capital Nashville, rock ‘n’ roll cradle Memphis and ‘Big Easy’ New Orleans, birthplace of jazz – with a visit to Elvis’ Tupelo birthplace along the way – then step aboard your Carnival ship to cruise towards the idyllic resorts of Mexico!.

Crammed with unforgettable highlights, the holiday begins in ‘guitar-pickers’ mecca’ Nashville, home to the legendary Ryman Auditorium of Grand Ole Opry fame, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover Chattanooga and the famous ‘Choo-Choo’

• Explore Nashville, the country music capital

• Visit Memphis, Tennessee, the former home of the ‘King’

• Visit Tupelo, Mississippi – Elvis’ birthplace

• Spend two nights in New Orleans, the ‘Big Easy’

• Take in the fabled French Quarter

• Spend the night in Montgomery, Alabama

• Cruise to three port with full days in Montego Bay, Jamaica, Grand Cayman and Cozumel in Mexico

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen three- and four-star room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft and seven-nights’ full-board aboard MS Carnival Liberty, sharing a twin inside stateroom. Gratuities included (upgrades available)

• Return flights to Atlanta, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

legendary Studio B, which you can discover on an optional excursion.

A two-night stay at The Guest HouseTM at Graceland, steps from Elvis’ beloved Memphis home, follows, with the chance to visit the mansion and Sun Studios during your stay.

“ Did you know that the jazz icon, Louis Armstrong, was born in New Orleans? There are two statues in the city honouring him. ,, fun fact...

your hotels

The holiday includes carefully selected three and four star hotels and a seven-night cruise.

Holiday Inn and Suites Downtown, Chattanooga night 1

Hampton Inn & Suites Elliston Place, Nashville night 2

The Guest House at Graceland, Memphis nights 3-4

Wyndham French Quarter, New Orleans nights 5-6

MS Carnival Liberty nights 7-13

Hampton Inn and Suites, Montgomery night 14

Beale Street, Memphis

MS Carnival Liberty

French Quarter, New Orleans

The Guest House, Memphis

This musical journey through the heart of the South kicks off with a visit to the historic Chattanooga Choo-Choo Hotel, a nod to the train that inspired the famous song. From there, travel to Nashville, the world-famous home of country music, and choose to experience RCA Studio B, where Elvis recorded many of his hits, and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

Next, venture to Memphis, the city that Elvis called home, and stroll down the legendary Beale Street, soaking up the live music and barbeque aromas. Then, pay homage to ‘the King’ himself with a visit to Graceland, the site of his last recordings and his final resting place on an optional excursion.

In Tupelo, Elvis’ birthplace, you’ll get a chance to step into his humble childhood home before arriving in vibrant New Orleans. Immerse yourself in the French Quarter, venture on an

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit Chattanooga, home to the Chattanooga Choo-Choo Hotel

• Journey to Nashville and join an optional tour of RCA Studio B and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

• Travel to Elvis Presley’s hometown, Memphis

• Discover the Sun Studio and Graceland on an optional tour

• Spend time in Tupelo, the birthplace of Elvis

• Join an optional city tour of vibrant New Orleans

• Experience an optional visit to a bayou (a slowmoving creek)

• Board an optional steamboat dinner jazz cruise

• Discover the Oak Alley Plantation on an optional tour

• Stop over in the delightful Bay St. Louis

• Join an optional shrimping excursion and visit to the Gulf Coast Gator Ranch

• 12 nights’ room-only accommodation in a series of good-quality hotels, plus one night on the aircraft

Return flights to Atlanta, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

optional bayou tour to spot alligators and board an evening steamboat dinner jazz cruise. Stroll through the majestic alley of oak trees in the Oak Alley Plantation on another optional tour and make a delightful stopover in the charming Bay St. Louis. Situated on the Gulf of Mexico, this city of upscale waterfront homes also has a charming downtown.

Finally, conclude with a four-night stay in Ocean Springs at a resort frequented by Elvis Presley in the 1950s. With the beach in easy reach, you can take advantage of the on-site amenities or explore the coastal area and nearby beaches. Alternatively, choose from a range of optional excursions, including a shrimping adventure from Biloxi to learn about the catching process of this southern delicacy, and an exhilarating airboat ride across the swamps of the Gulf Coast Gator Ranch. Alongside a guide, you’ll spot several alligators near the boat and on the banks.

your hotels

Your accommodation includes carefully selected three and four-star hotels.

Holiday Inn and Suites Downtown, Chattanooga night 1

Hampton Inn & Suites Elliston Place, Nashville night 2

The Guest House at Graceland, Memphis nights 3-4

Wyndham French Quarter, New Orleans nights 5-7

Gulf Hills Resort, Ocean Springs nights 8-11

Hampton Inn and Suites, Montgomery night 12

14-day escorted tour from £2,899

Memphis, Nashville & Elvis Presley’s Beach Retreat

From Memphis’ Beale Street to the beaches of Ocean Springs, this discovery combines southern musical cities with relaxation on the coastline of Mississippi.

Available Mar, May & Sep to Nov 2025

Fly direct (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £2,899 • Manchester £2,899 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• New Orleans City Tour (half day) – from £26

• Bayou & Alligators Tour (half day) – from £49

• Memphis: Graceland and Sounds of the South Tour (full day) – from £129

• Studio B & the Country Music Hall of Fame Tour (half day) – from £62

• Steamboat Dinner Jazz Cruise (evening) – from £99

• Oak Alley Plantation Tour (half day) – from £75

• Shrimping Excursion from Biloxi (half day) – from £36

• Gulf Coast Gator Ranch Excursion (full day) – from £45

• Room for Sole Use from £1,139

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately three hours.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Oak Alley Plantation, Louisiana

Nashville, Tennessee

Gulf Hills Resort, Ocean Springs

2025

10-day escorted tour from £2,899

Music Cities of America –

Motown, Rock

‘n’

Roll

& Chicago Blues

Shining the spotlight on the USA’s most legendary musicians, this deep dive into the cities of the Great Lakes celebrates the best of the country’s technological, cultural, and natural marvels.

Day One – Fly to Chicago Make the trip across the Atlantic to the USA. You’ll be greeted on arrival by your tour manager before checking into your Chicago hotel and spending your first evening at leisure.

Day Two – Day at leisure with optional tour of Chicago Begin your holiday with an optional tour of the ‘Windy City’, home to the Chicago blues, where you’ll experience the bustling city streets that once hosted the likes of Muddy Waters, the ‘Father of the Chicago Blues’, and Willy Dixon. You’ll start at the renowned Macy’s, with a self-guided audio tour of this National Historic Landmark located on State Street, where you’ll also find hundreds of shopping outlets. Next, you’ll travel 103 floors up to Chicago’s highest building, the John Hancock Centre. The final highlight of the day is a cruise, allowing you to gaze up at the city’s tallest landmarks from the Chicago River.

Day Three – Included tour along Route 66 to Pontiac Set off along the infamous Route 66 today. Deeply ingrained in popular culture, this iconic road stretches from Chicago to Los Angeles and spans over 2,400 miles. Today’s journey through Illinois will take you to some of

its most recognisable landmarks, beginning with the original signpost, which marks its starting point. You’ll then travel along the Mother Road, towards Pontiac, Michigan - a town steeped in Americana. Spend time admiring the town’s 25 colourful outdoor murals, which showcase Pontiac’s economic, social, and political past, as well as the world’s largest Route 66 shield. The Pontiac Museum Complex, home to the Route 66 Hall of Fame, is worth checking out with its collection of 1960s memorabilia. With a short walk down the street, you can also discover the cultural impact classic cars had on towns and cities across America with a visit to the PontiacOakland Automobile Museum. After a busy day’s exploration, you’ll travel back along Route 66 to Chicago.

Day Four – Travel to Detroit with included visits to St. Joseph and Ann Arbor Leave Chicago this morning for a drive along the Lake Michigan waterfront to Detroit, the home of Motown. You’ll stop off in the city of St. Joseph. Set on the eastern shores of Lake Michigan, this city has two historic lighthouses, which acted as important beacons for ships crossing the Great Lakes for almost 200 years. There will be time to take in the panoramic views over the water

Available Nov 2025, Apr to May & Sep to Nov 2026

Fly direct (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £2,899 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Chicago’s Downtown and River Boat Architecture Cruise – from £119

• Helicopter Flight over Niagara Falls – from £144

Room for Sole Use from £1,074

Please note: Local laws state that at least one person in each booked room must be aged 21 years or over. Those aged under 21 years may not enter casinos, including those in hotels, unless accompanied by an adult aged 21 years or over.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes.

Chicago, Illinois

Toronto

Cleveland, Ohio

Cleveland, Ohio

and have lunch on your account. Your second stop of the day will be vibrant Ann Arbor, famous for its cultural sites and research institutions. For those interested in American history, the city’s University of Michigan campus offers a range of buildings, from the Museum of Natural History to the ornate Law Quadrant. You can also explore its walkable downtown and wander around Gallup Park on the Huron River. Finally, continue to Detroit, where you’ll check into your hotel.

Day Five – Included visits to the Motown Museum and The Henry Ford This morning, you’ll take on Detroit, known by many as Motor City’. Feel the soulful rhythm of the city this morning as you discover its rich history with an orientation of its downtown and lakefront areas. Starting on the banks of Lake St. Clair, drive through Hart Plaza, a public square that hosts the district’s annual ‘Jazz Fest’, and the Fox Theatre, known for hosting famous Motown musicians. After a short drive north, you’ll come upon Cadillac Place, formerly the General Motors Building, which once housed one of America’s most prolific car manufacturers. You’ll then immerse yourself in the world of Motown music, with a visit to the renowned Hitsville U.S.A. which propelled musical legends, from Diana Ross and the Supremes, Michael

your hotels

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Explore Chicago with a self-guided audio tour of the historic Macy’s building, sightseeing from the John Hancock Building, and a narrated architecture cruise on the Chicago River

• Discover America’s ‘Mother Road’ with a scenic excursion from the sign marking the famous road’s starting point to Pontiac’s Route 66 Hall of Fame and its colourful murals

• Get a taste of authentic Americana with stops in St. Joseph and Ann Arbor

• Celebrate Midwestern creativity in Detroit with visits to the Motown Museum in Hitsville U.S.A and the Henry Ford

• Visit Cleveland’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame

• Experience the majesty of Niagara Falls with an optional helicopter ride

• Spend some time in Canada’s largest city, Toronto

• Eight nights’ carefully chosen room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Chicago and from Toronto, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Jackson and the Jackson Five, to Marvin Gaye, to stardom. You’ll be guided by a local expert who’ll reveal the stories behind the wide collection of artefacts, memorabilia, and original sheet music, and see Studio One, where some of the greatest jazz and blues performers of all time recorded. Nicknamed ‘Motor City’ largely due to the work of Henry Ford, Detroit was once considered the automobile capital of the world. A visit to the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, the largest indoor-outdoor museum complex, showcases the technological feats of America through the century.

Day Six – Travel to Cleveland and included tour of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame This morning, your musical pilgrimage will take you to the rock ‘n’ roll capital of the world, Cleveland. On arrival, you’ll head over to Cleveland’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame, set in an impressive glass pyramid and offering an insight into the development of one of the world’s most celebrated genres throughout the ages. Head back to the hotel this evening.

Day Seven – Morning at leisure and travel to Niagara Falls Embrace a morning at your own pace, perhaps taking a stroll along Lake Erie’s waterfront or purchasing some music-themed

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago nights 1-3

Housed in a modern building in the downtown area, this hotel looks out over Lake Michigan. There’s an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a spa with a sauna, a sun deck, a bar/lounge, a coffee shop, and an all-day restaurant. Stylish air-conditioned guestrooms feature a TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, a safe, and a mini-fridge, as well as free Wi-Fi.

Marriott Livonia, Detroit nights 4-5

Connected to a shopping mall, this hotel is within close distance to Detroit’s main sights. There’s an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a gift shop, and a restaurant serving American classics. Modern guestrooms have tea/coffee-making facilities, a TV, a hairdryer, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.

souvenirs. You’ll then board the coach and drive north and across the Canadian-American border to Niagara Falls, where you’ll then check into your hotel.

Day Eight – Day at leisure in Niagara Falls Wake up this morning amidst Niagara’s striking landscapes and prepare for an unforgettable highlight of your tour. You’ll have the day completely at leisure to enjoy the very best of Niagara Falls’ dramatic natural beauty and its surrounding city streets. For the best views, you can take a ride on the Niagara SkyWheel or enjoy lunch from the vantage point of an overlooking restaurant.

Day Nine – Optional helicopter flight over Niagara Falls and drive to Toronto This morning, you’ll have one last opportunity to experience Niagara Falls with an optional 10-minute helicopter ride above the white-water rapids below – the best way to fully appreciate the majesty of Niagara’s stunning scenery! Next, continue to metropolitan Toronto, Canada’s largest city, set on the banks of Lake Ontario. Later, you’ll travel to the airport for your overnight return flight home.

Day 10 – Arrival back in the UK Land back home with musical memories to last a lifetime.

Hampton Inn Downtown, Cleveland nights 6

This ideally located hotel is within walking distance to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame Museum and has a fitness centre. Comfortable guestrooms encompass TVs, tea/ coffee-making facilities, mini-fridges, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.

Sheraton Fallsview, Niagara Falls nights 7-8

Looking out over Niagara Falls, this striking hotel offers an indoor walkway to Casino Niagara and Fallsview Indoor Waterpark. There is an Italian restaurant, a bar, an award-winning spa, an indoor hot tub, and a rooftop swimming pool. Sophisticated guestrooms boast floorto-ceiling windows, safes, TVs, mini-fridges, tea/coffeemaking facilities, and free Wi-Fi.

Marriott Livonia, Detroit

Niagara Falls, Canada

Toronto, Canada Stevie Wonder Mural, Detroit

Sheraton Fallsview, Niagara Falls

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America’s Great National Parks

An expedition through sprawling nature reserves, red desert landscapes and dramatic canyons.

Day One – Fly to Los Angeles Fly to Los Angeles where, on arrival, you’ll be welcomed by your tour manager and transferred to Palm Springs, a popular desert resort city.

Day Two – Travel to Palm Springs and included visit to Joshua Tree National Park

This morning, set off on a brief drive around Palm Springs to view some of the luxurious residences of Hollywood’s rich and famous. The tour will then head into the heart of nearby Joshua Tree National Park. Known for its expansive striking desert landscape, this reserve is covered in otherworldly rock formations and Joshua trees, unusual plant species with tall, spiky branches. Continue to Scottsdale, where your stylish hotel for the night is right next to the city’s Old Town.

Day Three – Included visit to Sedona and optional Jeep ride in the Arizona desert You’ll depart Scottsdale, travel to the northern part of Arizona and arrive in Sedona. This small town is set amongst spectacular red rock formations and pinewoods of the Coconino National Forest. From here, you can choose to join an optional Jeep ride through the surrounding landscape, passing by the distinctive rock spires and sandstone cliffs and across the twisting, weathered roads, dating

back to the pioneer times. You’ll then continue to Flagstaff for a two nights’ stay. Nestled in the mountains of northern Arizona and on the infamous Route 66, this town is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise and an ideal location for stargazing.

Day Four – Included visit to the Grand Canyon and optional helicopter ride Today will be one for the wish-list, as you’ll journey to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders. You’ll enter the Grand Canyon National Park and stand on the edge of this immense chasm, which has been shaped by the Colorado River for millions of years. If you’d like to view this spectacle from above, a oncein-a-lifetime optional helicopter ride is available. Soaring above the park and the canyon allows you to marvel at the almost incomprehensible vastness of it all. Later in the day, you’ll return to Flagstaff. This evening, perhaps sit by one of the hotel’s outdoor firepits and do some stargazing with a drink in hand.

Day Five – Travel to Monument Valley In the morning, the group will leave Flagstaff and head for the red desert sand region of Monument Valley on the Arizona-Utah border. This sprawling barren landscape interspersed with towering sandstone

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Canyonlands National Park, Utah

Cathedral Rock, Sedona

The Grand Canyon, Arizona

buttes is where the Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park can be found. Many TV series and films, particularly Westerns, have been filmed here due to the remarkable landscape. Your accommodation for the night looks over Monument Valley and is built on land, which is considered sacred by Native American tribes, mainly the Navajo Nation.

Day Six – Day at leisure or optional Monument Valley tour Join an optional tour today to discover Monument Valley and its most famous highlights. During this excursion, you’ll cover a 17-mile loop, stopping at several popular viewpoints along the way. You’ll start with the Mittens, John Ford’s Point and Three Sisters, before continuing to the Totem Pole, Artist’s Point, and the North Window. While you travel and take in the stark beauty, your guide will provide insights into the history, cultural and natural wonders of the area. Lastly, the tour will visit an authentic Navajo hogan, a traditional, dome-shaped dwelling used by the Navajo tribe. Once you’ve had a break for lunch, you’ll be driven to Moab, Utah and the gateway to the nearby Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. You’ll check into your hotel for three nights and have the evening to relax.

Day Seven – Included visit to Canyonlands National Park A day of adventure awaits as you’ll be

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Leave the coach and journey through the American Rockies from Moab to Denver on an amazing two-day train journey!

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Drive around Palm Springs to see the luxurious residences of Hollywood’s rich and famous

• Explore Joshua Tree National Park with its striking desert

• Enjoy some time in sunny Scottsdale, Arizona

• Stop over in spiritual Sedona, set amongst spectacular red rock formations

• Join an optional Jeep ride passing by the rock spires

• Journey to the breath-taking Grand Canyon

• Soar above the canyon with an optional helicopter ride

• Embark on an optional tour to discover Monument Valley

• Spend a full day traversing Canyonlands National Park

• Gaze across the Arches National Park at sunset

• Spend the night in Glenwood Springs in the Colorado Rockies

• Stroll around Denver’s downtown area

• 10 nights’ carefully chosen room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Los Angeles and from Denver, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

discovering Canyonlands National Park, with its terrain defined by the Colorado River. Dramatic ravines and spiralling rock formations are spread across four districts, which have been divided into tributaries. You’ll begin with the first, Island in the Sky, where you’ll pause at the lookouts, Mesa Arch and Grand Viewpoint. Continue to the Needles, home to colourful spires and jagged rock pillars, the Maze, made up of intricate canyons, and the rivers themselves. By coach, you’ll also travel along White Rim Road, which allows you to get a better view of the canyons and river valleys below.

Day Eight – Morning at leisure and included visit to Arches National Park at sunset This morning will be free for you to take it easy, perhaps meandering around the downtown area with its craft shops, restaurants, and art galleries. In the late afternoon, you’ll be driven into the Arches National Park. At dusk, as the sun sets, you’ll get to witness the red-rusted landscape, with over 2,000 natural stone arches, balanced rocks, and colossal pinnacles, bathed in a golden light.

Day Nine – Free time in Moab and travel to Glenwood Springs You’ll have some time free in Moab before travelling to the hotel in Glenwood

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Board the famous Rocky Mountaineer train on Day Nine for a wonderful two-day journey through vast canyons, inspiring deserts, natural archways, and enchanting hoodoos of the American Rockies and an overnight stay in Glenwood Springs, arriving in Denver at the end of Day Ten.

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Springs. This resort city in the Rocky Mountains is famed for its hot springs.

Day 10 – Travel to Denver Today, you’ll head east towards Denver, experiencing more captivating views along the way as you traverse the Colorado Rockies. The Continental Divide will then be crossed before arriving in Denver, the ‘Mile High City’.

Day 11 – Morning at leisure and travel to the airport Embrace some free time this morning in Denver. In the afternoon, you’ll be driven to the airport for the return overnight flight.

Day 12 – Arrive back in the UK Land in the UK.

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Margaritaville, Palm Springs night 1

Canopy by Hilton, Scottsdale night 2

Aiden by Best Western, Flagstaff nights 3-4

Goulding’s Lodge, Monument Valley night 5

Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Moab nights 6-8

Courtyard by Marriott, Glenwood Springs night 9

Hilton Garden Inn, Denver night 10

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Monument Valley, Arizona

Hanging Lake, Glenwood Springs Helicopter Ride, Grand Canyon

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America’s Golden West & Las Vegas

Enjoy a classic introduction to the USA, taking in California, Las Vegas and the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon.

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Day One – Fly to the USA Fly to Los Angeles, and transfer to your hotel for the next two nights in Buena Park.

Day Two – Included visit to Santa Monica and Hollywood Heading north today for a visit palm-fringed Santa Monica with its famous pier, which marks the end of Route 66. It’s a trendy city with plenty of Art Deco heritage and a wealth of boutiques to explore. You’ll then continue to Hollywood where you’ll enjoy a brief tour of the star-studded streets. Be sure to see Mann’s Chinese Theatre and chart the history of the city’s film industry along the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Don’t forget to take a picture of the infamous Hollywood sign!

Day Three – Included San Diego tour and visit to Palm Springs Discover the laid-back, sun-kissed, Southern California city of San Diego on today’s full-day excursion. Highlights include the historic Santa Fe Railroad Depot and the Gaslamp District. Across the Bay Bridge, Coronado Island is home to the Hotel del Coronado, where Edward VIII first met Mrs Simpson and Marilyn Monroe filmed Some Like it Hot.

Continue on to the millionaires’ playground of Palm Springs for the night, once home of the late Bob Hope and still a haunt of a host of Hollywood stars.

Day Four – Travel to Flagstaff on old Route 66 Cross the desert and travel to Flagstaff, once a Route 66 staging post and now a small western town handy for the Grand Canyon. Spend two nights here.

Day Five – Included Grand Canyon day trip and optional helicopter ride One of the tour’s most unforgettable days awaits today, as you travel into the desert to the edge of the Grand Canyon, perhaps nature’s most startling wonder.

We’ll stop on the South Rim to take in the astonishing views across this immense chasm, formed over millennia by the Colorado River

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The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes.

Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco

that still flows along the Canyon floor a mile below. Take an optional helicopter flight for yet more stupendous views before returning to Flagstaff for a second night.

Day Six – Travel to Las Vegas Today’s journey takes you to Las Vegas for a three-night stay in the World’s Capital of Entertainment. Spend your first evening soaking up the electrifying atmosphere of this extraordinary, man-made, 24hour entertainment oasis.

See the spectacular hotels, glittering casinos and sparkling show lounges – home to some of the biggest names in show business. And, tonight, enjoy an optional dinner and entertainment from the stars of the nostalgic The Rat Pack is Back show.

Day Seven – Optional night-time helicopter ride

A free day to explore all that’s big and bold in Las Vegas! Enjoy a walk - with a drink or two on the way - through some of the mega-resorts on the  famous Strip or maybe try your luck in one of the many casinos. Later, perhaps relax by the pool, arrange to be pampered in a spa, or simply shop till you drop.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit Hollywood, the movie capital of the world and stylish Santa Monica

• Spend two nights in glittering Los Angeles

• Enjoy a full-day visit to sun-kissed San Diego en route to Palm Springs

• Witness the Grand Canyon, one of the most breathtaking sights on Earth

• Experience three nights in non-stop, 24-hour Las Vegas

• Venture through stunning Yosemite National Park

• Call at Steinbeck’s Monterey and the exquisite Carmel-by-the-Sea

• See the colourful sights of San Francisco

• 12 nights’ carefully chosen room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Outbound flight to Los Angeles, returning from San Francisco, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Nights helicopter flight over the Strip, and perhaps complete your stay by taking in a show in one of the famous lounges.

Day Eight – Free time in Las Vegas Today you’re totally free to explore. There’s simply so much to see and do in this amazing place! Enjoy more of the gaming rooms, vast shopping malls, diverse entertainments and endless dining opportunities of the Strip and Downtown.

Day Nine – Travel across the Mojave Desert to Visalia Leaving Las Vegas, head across the vast, dry wilderness of the Mojave Desert, entering the California Central valley for an overnight stay in Visalia.

Day 10 – Included visit to Yosemite National Park Today head north to Yosemite, 12,000 square miles of wilderness. There are some big, well noted sights to take in, including the rearing head of the granite Half Dome, imposing El Capitan and the majestic Yosemite Falls.

Spend some free time on the Valley Floor before heading on to Tuolumne for an overnight stay.

Day 11 – Travel to the Californian Coast head for the coast, today, visiting exquisite Carmel-bythe-Sea and the fishing town of Monterey, both

Doubletree by Hilton, Buena Park nights 1-2

There’s a restaurant, a bar and an outdoor pool. Comfortable guestrooms are well-equipped Margaritaville Resort, Palm Springs night 3

A favourite hotel with impressive gardens and a large swimming pool area.

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Aiden by Best Western, Flagstaff nights 4-5

Housed in a historic building and minutes from the Route 66 downtown district. You’ll find a pool and a restaurant. Golden Nugget, Las Vegas nights 6-8

This landmark hotel has an award-winning casino, a host of restaurants and bars, a show room and a outdoor pool.

linked by stunning 17-Mile Drive on the shore of the Pacific Ocean.

Continue to delightful San Francisco, the city by the Bay for a two night stay.

Day 12 – Optional San Francisco city tour Take this morning’s optional guided tour of the city’s major landmarks and see Union Square and stylish Nob Hill before crossing the famously photogenic Golden Gate Bridge to beautiful Bayside artists’ town of Sausalito. Take the Bay Ferry back to the city, and enjoy wonderful views of the infamous prison island, Alcatraz, en route. This evening, why not head for colourful Chinatown, or to the bustle of Fisherman’s Wharf’s shops, bars and restaurants?

Day 13 – Free time in San Francisco This morning, you’re free to explore. Perhaps head to Golden Gate Park, or the hippy heartland of Haight Ashbury. Alternatively, take the ‘little cable car’ down to the bustle of Union Square or enjoy some retail therapy in nearby Market Street. At lunchtime, continue to the airport for your overnight flight home.

Day 14 – Land in the UK Arrive back in the UK, this morning, at the end of a wonderful Californian holiday.

Wyndham Hotel, Visalia night 9

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, bar and a restaurant.

Black Oak Casino Resort, Tuolumne night 10

Well-appointed guestrooms, an outdoor pool area and a host of restaurants and bars, set close to Yosemite National Park.

Hotel Caza Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco nights 11-12

Fully renovated and a city landmark since 1910, the hotel is in a central location close to Union Square. There is a restaurant and fitness centre.

Please note: In 2025, you’ll stay at The Marker, Fisherman’s Wharf.

Hotel Caza Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco

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Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

17-Mile Drive, California

Black Oak Casino Resort, Tuolumne

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Canada’s Maple Leaf Trail

Catch your breath on a visit to Niagara Falls, and marvel at some of Canada’s eastern cities and surrounding countryside.

Day One – Fly to Toronto and travel to Niagara Fly to Canada, meet your tour manager, transfer to your hotel in Niagara Falls and enjoy your first glimpse of one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. The colourful, relaxed resort that has grown up next to the Falls offers a host of diversions, and you’ll find many restaurants, bars and shops in addition to the magnetic, mesmerising draw of the roaring waters. Note the itinerary shown follows departures from London Heathrow. Departure dates with direct flight from Manchester and Edinburgh will enjoy the same tour duration and content although in a slightly revised order.

Day Two – Day at leisure by the Falls and optional lunch Enjoy a day in Niagara Falls, perhaps embarking on the Hornblower Niagara cruise for a spray-soaked passage close to the foot of the torrent formed at the point where the Niagara River plunges over precipices in two spectacular cascades. And, why not enjoy an optional buffet lunch with a view in the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel?

Day Three – Optional helicopter ride and included visit to Niagara-on-the-Lake and Toronto After a chance to enjoy an exciting

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optional helicopter ride over the Falls, today, you’ll journey to the exquisite town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, one of Canada’s oldest settlements. From here, you’ll continue to Toronto, on the shore of Lake Ontario, for a twonight stay. Join our orientation tour to discover one of North America’s most cosmopolitan cities, which is divided into several distinct neighbourhoods that reflect the city’s mix of ethnic origins. During the tour you’ll see Chinatown, Greektown, Little India and Little Italy, as well as Victorian Cabbagetown and stylish Yorkville. Later, enjoy a first evening in this wonderful lakefront city. Modern Toronto boasts stunning developments along its

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• Montréal City Tour (half day) – from £27

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Canadian Parliament, Ottawa

Old Montréal, Québec

Niagara Falls, Canada

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Day Four – Day at leisure in Toronto Enjoy a free day’s rest and relaxation in Toronto, making the most of your time in the city. Those with a head for heights might head for the CN Tower, where the very brave can experience the stomach-churning EdgeWalk. Stroll the waterfront promenade or laze on the city’s beaches. Head for one of a host of fine museums and galleries, or visit historic Fort York, one of Canada’s most important battlefield sites. Take in the neo-Gothic opulence of Casa Loma, one of Toronto’s most recognisable landmarks, or shop till you drop at the Eaton Centre.

Day Five – Travel past Lake Ontario to Ottawa This morning, you’ll follow the Maple Leaf Trail, first along Lake Ontario’s northern shore past attractive Kingston, the gateway to the Thousand Islands and the St Lawrence River to Ottawa. You’ll spend the night in Canada’s beautiful, romantic capital, with its Victorian houses, Grand Parliament buildings and famous Rideau Canal.

Day Six – Explore Ottawa and travel to Québec City After some free time in elegant Ottawa, re-

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy leisurely stays in Niagara Falls, Toronto, Québec City and Montréal in excellent hotels with plenty of time to explore

• Gaze in awe at tumultuous Niagara Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world

• Discover waterfront Toronto with its sky-piercing CN Tower

• Travel along the spectacular ‘Maple Leaf Trail’

• Journey into Victorian Ottawa

• Explore French-Canadian Québec

• Stay in stylish, sophisticated Montréal

• Visit charming, UNESCO -listed Québec City, overlooking the mighty St Lawrence River

• Eight nights’ carefully chosen three- and four-star roomonly accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Toronto, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

board the coach and journey to historic Québec City for a two-night stay in the heart of the city.

Day Seven – Québec City tour with optional tour Today, you’re free to explore Québec City, one of Canada’s oldest settlements. You’ll have the chance to join an optional guided city tour before exploring the narrow, cobbled alleyways of the lower Basse Ville and its upper Haute Ville counterpart, which together form endlessly enthralling, UNESCO -listed Vieux-Québec, a district dominated by the monumental Citadelle and the Château Frontenac hotel.

Day Eight – Travel to Montréal and optional city tour Check out and travel to Montréal, where you can choose between joining an optional sightseeing tour or spending the rest of the day at leisure.

The optional sightseeing tour will take in the pretty Vieux Port area and the lively Plateau Mont Royal. Montréal combines cutting-edge modernity, French style and flair, and is a cosmopolitan mix of high culture, high fashion and high tech. The waterfront rivals Vancouver’s for glass and steel architectural marvels, and contrasts with the bohemian groove of trendy Plateau Mont Royal and Vieux Montreal.

Sheraton Fallsview, Niagara Falls nights 1-2

Featuring views of the falls, this hotel offers a huge array of on-site amenities, including two restaurants, a bar, a spa and indoor and outdoor pools.

The Chelsea Hotel, Toronto nights 3-4

Set in a high-rise building, this sleek hotel is located near the CN Tower. Contemporary guestrooms have air conditioning, TVs, safes, tea/coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.

Sheraton Ottawa, Ottawa night 5

Well placed for city sightseeing – the Parliament Buildings, Byward Market and the Rideau Canal are less than a 10-minute walk away – this modern but traditional hotel has a restaurant, a bar, a coffee shop, an indoor pool and a gym.

Day Nine – Day at leisure in Montreal and departure Enjoy some time at leisure in Montreal, perhaps doing some last-minute shopping before transferring to the airport for your flight home.

Day 10 – Arrive home Arrive back in the UK, after an overnight flight.

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Quebec City Marriott Downtown (2024) nights 6-7

Located close to Château Frontenac, providing the opportunity to explore Old Quebec. Guestrooms feature coffee-makers, fridges and safes. The hotel has a restaurant, bar and 24-hour fitness centre.

Please note: In 2025-26, on nights 6-7, you’ll stay at the Delta Hotel, Montreal.

Sheraton Centre, Montréal night 8

A few minutes’ walk from Rue St Catherine, the main shopping and dining street, this hotel has a restaurant and a large, airy café/bar, as well as an indoor pool, a whirlpool and a gym. All the guestrooms are very well-equipped. Please note: Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in, alternative hotels of a similar standard.

Toronto, Canada

Montréal, Canada

Château Frontenac, Québec City

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Sheraton Fallsview, Niagara Falls

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Canada – Niagara Falls to the Rockies

See Canada at its most glorious. From Niagara’s tumult and Canada’s Eastern cities to the majestic Rockies and sparkling Vancouver.

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Day One – Fly to Canada Fly to Toronto, meet your tour manager and transfer by coach into the city, heading to your hotel for the next three nights. During this journey, your tour manager will give you a brief introduction of the city and its main sights.

Day Two – Optional Toronto city tour This morning, an optional guided tour will introduce Toronto. See the glittering waterfront developments, the sky-piercing CN Tower and colourful, contrasting neighbourhoods like Greektown and Little Italy. Afterwards, indulge in some shopping in the city’s ultramodern malls, and make the most of the city’s cosmopolitan dining options or perhaps take in a show - Toronto is Canada’s capital of live entertainment.

Day Three – Included visit to Niagara Falls and optional helicopter ride and lunch Today’s excursion will be an unforgettable highlight of your tour, as you travel by coach around the lake to wondrous Niagara Falls. Marvel at the spectacular views, perhaps taking an optional 10-minute helicopter ride above the waters or enjoying the view over lunch from the vantage point of an overlooking restaurant. Later, you’ll

return to Toronto, where you can perhaps spend the evening enjoying its legendary hospitality in one of the many restaurants.

Day Four – Follow the Maple Leaf Trail to Ottawa and Montréal This morning, you’ll board the coach and journey along Lake Ontario’s northern shoreline, following the Maple Leaf Trail that leads past handsome Kingston and north to romantic Ottawa. See the Victorian houses and famous Rideau Canal of Canada’s beautiful administrative capital, before continuing to stylish Montréal, where you’ll spend the next two nights.

Day Five – Included visit to Québec City and an optional guided tour Today’s excursion takes you to the historic Québec City, one of Canada’s oldest settlements, which overlooks the mighty St Lawrence River, its skyline dominated by the monumental Citadelle. Once here, you’ll be able to join an optional guided city tour before you explore the narrow, cobbled alleyways of Basse Ville and its hilltop Haute Ville counterpart, which together form the endlessly enthralling Vieux-Québec.

Day Six – Fly to Calgary and travel to Banff Today, you’ll transfer to Montréal airport to

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• Banff & Sulpur Mountain Gondola – from £59 • Victoria & Butchart Gardens – from £189

• Vancouver & Capliano Suspension Bridge – from £99

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Lake Louise, Canada

Capilano Suspension Bridge, Vancouver Niagara Falls, Canada

board the flight west to the oil and cowboy town of Calgary. From here, you’ll continue through the amazing scenery, travelling by coach up into the heart of the Rockies to exquisite Banff.

Day Seven – Day at leisure with optional Banff tours Explore the stunning capital of the Rockies, and its majestic setting, today. Take the opportunity to join exciting optional excursions that include a cablecar ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, a trip to scenic ‘Surprise Corner’, a viewpoint overlooking the famous Banff Springs Hotel, and a helicopter flight across the Rockies for a close-up view of the towering peaks.

Day Eight – Travel to Lake Louise and along the Icefields Parkway to Jasper A memorable day awaits as you journey, first, to beautiful Lake Louise, its turquoise waters - frozen for much of the year - set against the awesome backdrop of Victoria Glacier. You’ll then travel along the renowned Icefields Parkway to the historic railroad town of Jasper, at the gateway to the scenic Jasper National Park. Keep your eye out for the elk, moose and even bears that call this part of Canada home.

Day Nine – Journey to the Sun Peaks Your scenic adventure continues, today, with a drive

Train-inclusive price from £6,689

Add the Rocky Mountaineer Rail Tour

Leave the coach and journey through the Rockies from Jasper to Vancouver for an amazing two-day train journey!

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Gaze in awe at the tumultuous Niagara Falls

• Spend time in UNESCO -listed Québec City, Canada’s only walled city

• Explore Banff, the stunning capital of the Rockies

• Discover cosmopolitan Toronto on the shores of Lake Ontario

• Explore Victorian Ottawa, the elegant Canadian capital

• Wander around Montréal, the French Canadian capital of style

• Journey via Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway to Jasper

• Venture to glittering Vancouver - often cited as ‘the best place in the world to live’

• 12 nights’ carefully chosen three- and four-star room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Outbound flight to Toronto, returning from Vancouver, an internal flight, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

past majestic Mount Robson - the Rockies’ highest point - to the mountain resort of Sun Peaks, a modern alpine village high in the BC interior where you’ll enjoy an overnight stay in yet more delightful surroundings.

Day 10 – Continue through the Rockies to Vancouver Today you’ll journey west into British Columbia, descending through the coastal ranges to the beautiful city of Vancouver, in its spectacular Pacific Ocean-side setting, for a three-night stay.

Day 11 – Day at leisure in Vancouver with optional sightseeing Join today’s optional tour and get to know delightful Vancouver. Highlights will include restored Gastown, colourful Chinatown, and the glass and steel wonders of the Burrard Inlet waterfront. You’ll also cross into the leafy suburbs of North Van for the chance to brave the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge.

Day 12 – Optional visit to Vancouver Island Spend today exploring Vancouver or join our final optional excursion and head across the Georgia Strait to beautiful Vancouver Island and charming Victoria. See the vast Parliament Buildings and the grand Empress Hotel in the unashamedly ‘British’ capital of British Columbia, and visit world-famous Butchart

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Ride the Rocky Mountaineer train from Jasper to Vancouver

On selected dates, board the famous Rocky Mountaineer train on Day Ten for a wonderful twoday journey through the scenic mountain wonderland of the Rockies and the Monashee and Caribou ranges, with an overnight stay in historic Kamloops. You’ll arrive into Vancouver at the end of Day 11.

SilverLeaf Service included in price

The holiday price includes a two-day journey travelling in SilverLeaf Service, which consists of assigned seating in a dome coach with oversized windows. Hot gourmet breakfast and lunch are served seat-side, along with complimentary snacks and beverages, including beer and wine.

Gardens, a breath-takingly colourful, 50-acre horticultural treasure on the edge of the Pacific.

Day 13 – Fly back to the UK This morning, you’re free to do some last-minute shopping and sightseeing in Vancouver, before you head to the airport to board the overnight flight home.

Day 14 – Arrive home Early this morning, you’ll arrive back in the UK.

your hotels

The Chelsea Hotel, Toronto nights 1-3

Sheraton Centre, Montréal nights 4-5

Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff nights 6-7

Whistler’s Inn, Jasper night 8

Sun Peaks Lodge, Sun Peaks night 9

Sheraton Wall Centre, Vancouver nights 10-12

Please note: Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in a conveniently located, alternative hotel of a similar standard.

Upgrade to GoldLeaf Service from £600

For that extra special treat, upgrade your holiday. GoldLeaf Service includes travel in bi-level coaches with unparalleled panoramic views, à la carte breakfast and lunch served in the lower-level private dining room. You will also benefit from an exclusive outdoor viewing platform, where you can inhale the fresh mountain air and take the perfect photo.

GoldLeaf Service

Montréal, Canada

Maligne Lake, Jasper National Park Wild Bull Elk, Canada

The Canadian Rockies

Make one of the world’s famous journeys through breath-taking scenery to Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia’s glittering jewels.

Available Sep, Oct 2024, Apr to Jun & Sep to Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly direct (flight upgrades available).

Prices from

• Heathrow £2,599 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Banff & Sulphur Mountain Gondola (half day) – from £49

• Rockies Helicopter Ride – from £199

• Jasper Skytram & Sightseeing – from £55

• Jasper Harley Davidson Sidecar Tour – from £169

• Vancouver & Capilano Suspension Bridge Excursion (full day) – from £73

• Butchart Gardens Tour (half day) – from £38

• Victoria Whale Watching (half day) – from £119

Room for Sole Use from £531

Please note: The transfer time from Calgary airport to your hotel is one hour and 30 minutes, and four hours via scenic ferry crossing on your return to Vancouver.

Enjoy the glories of Western Canada as you journey from ‘Stampede Town’ Calgary, via majestic Banff and its scenic heights, past sparkling Lake Louise to historic Jasper and its National Park. A stay in the beautiful resort Sun Peaks – and perhaps a scenic river cruise – is followed by the trip down to Vancouver before the holiday is completed with a stay in ‘British’ Victoria, British Columbia’s capital, on delightful Vancouver Island.

After flying directly to Calgary, you’ll meet your tour manager and journey up into the mountains to spend two nights in bustling Rockies’ capital Banff, perhaps joining a choice of memorable excursions to explore the majestic surroundings before you head along the renowned Icefields Parkway, past Lake Louise’s turquoise waters and the awesome Victoria Glacier to Jasper.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend two nights in Banff, the majestic Rockies’ capital

• Journey to the ‘Gem of the Rockies’ Jasper, via Lake Louise, on the Icefields Parkway

• Discover Jasper National Park and Maligne Lake on an optional excursion

• Overnight in mountain resort Sun Peaks

• June and September departures include a ‘Grizzly Bear Valley’ river cruise

• Two nights in glittering Vancouver – often voted ‘best place in the world to live’ Cross to pretty Vancouver Island to spend two last nights in provincial capital Victoria

• Nine nights’ carefully chosen three- and fourstar room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Outbound flight to Calgary, returning from Vancouver, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

The scenic feast continues with majestic Mount Robson and a drive along the Yellowhead Highway to alpine village Sun Peaks. Head through the Trans-Canada Highway to waterfront Vancouver. Discover and explore before you cross the Georgia Strait to Vancouver Island, and spend two final nights in delightful Victoria — the final highlight of a wonderful holiday.

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Your accommodation includes carefully selected three and four-star hotels.

Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff nights 1-2

Whistler’s Inn, Jasper nights 3-4

Sun Peaks Lodge, Sun Peaks night 5

Sheraton Wall Centre, Vancouver nights 6-7

Best Western Carlton Plaza, Victoria* nights 8-9

*Please note: Some departures in 2024 will stay at the Embassy Inn, Victoria.

Maligne Lake, Jasper National Park

Jasper National Park, Canada

Grizzly Bear, Canada

Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff

Sun Peaks Lodge, Sun Peaks

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This journey through Western Canada begins with the wild beauty of Banff, with opportunities to explore before you head, via Lake Louise’s turquoise waters and on the renowned Icefields Parkway, to historic railroad town Jasper, at the gateway to its National Park.

After the chance to join an optional excursion to Canada’s longest cable car and spectacular Maligne Lake, board the famous Rocky Mountaineer for the unforgettable two-day scenic journey west on the Yellowhead Route, past towering Mount Robson, plunging Pyramid Falls, and through the Monashee and Caribou mountains to sparkling Vancouver.

A chance to discover a city often voted ‘best place in the world to live’ is followed by a final two days on Vancouver Island, exploring

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend two nights in Banff, the capital of the Rockies

• Journey to the ‘Gem of the Rockies’ Jasper, via Lake Louise, on the Icefields Parkway

• Discover Jasper National Park and Maligne Lake on an optional excursion

• Board the Rocky Mountaineer for a scenic journey from Jasper to Vancouver

• Experience two nights in glittering Vancouver

• Enjoy nights in provincial capital Victoria

• SilverLeaf Service travel on board Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Vancouver (upgrade to GoldLeaf for a supplement)

• Meals on board Rocky Mountaineer

• Nine nights’ carefully chosen three- and fourstar room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Flights to Calgary, returning from Vancouver, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

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Your accommodation includes carefully selected three and four-star hotels.

Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff nights 1-2 Whistler’s Inn, Jasper nights 3-4 Kamloops Area Hotel night 5 Sheraton Wall Centre, Vancouver nights 6-7 Best Western Carlton Plaza, Victoria* nights 8-9

*Please note: Some departures in 2024 will stay at the Embassy Inn, Victoria.

11-day escorted tour from £4,579

Canada’s Rocky Mountaineer

Experience some of the world’s most spectacular scenery by road and famous rail, and discover the best of glorious British Columbia and Alberta.

Available Sep, Oct 2024, Apr to Jun & Sep to Oct 2025

Fly direct (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £4,579 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Banff & Sulphur Mountain Gondola – from £55

• Rockies Helicopter Ride – from £199

• Jasper Skytram & Sightseeing – from £49

• Jasper Harley Davidson Sidecar Tour – from £169

• Vancouver & Capilano Suspension Bridge Excursion (full day) – from £73

• Butchart Gardens Tour – from £38

• Victoria Whale Watching – from £119

Upgrade to GoldLeaf Service from £600 (call us for details)

Room for Sole Use from £711

Please note: The transfer time from Calgary airport to your hotel is one hour and 30 minutes, and four hours via scenic ferry crossing on your return to Vancouver. For more details of the Rocky Mountaineer, please see the details on page 141.

Rocky Mountaineer, Canada

unashamedly ‘British’ provincial capital Victoria, and perhaps crowning your wonderful tour with a visit to world-famous Butchart Gardens.

Vancouver, Canada

GoldLeaf Service on board © Rocky Mountaineer

Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff

Sheraton Wall Centre, Vancouver

16-day escorted tour from £3,599

Five-Star Alaska Cruise

& the Canadian Rockies

Enjoy an unforgettable tour and cruise showcasing some of North America’s – and indeed the world’s – most breath-taking natural wonders.

The undoubted highlight of this extraordinary holiday will be a seven-night cruise on board a superbly appointed, five-star cruise ship of Holland America Line. Board the ship in Vancouver after a journey through the Rocky Mountains, sailing through the fabled Inside Passage to wild, remote Alaska, calling at Glacier Bay to one of North America’s last great wildernesses before you complete a thoroughly enthralling tour with a stay in glittering Vancouver.

Fly west to oil and stampede town Calgary and journey up into the Rocky Mountains to beautiful Banff, enjoying the chance to explore the spectacular Rockies capital and perhaps joining exciting optional excursions that include an unforgettable helicopter ride to view the stunning panorama.

Head on to stunning Lake Louise, where turquoise waters are set against the backdrop of the Victoria Glacier, then along the renowned Icefields Parkway to historic railroad town Jasper, at the gateway to its national park, for an overnight stay in one of Canada’s most ‘western’ townships.

The scenic journey continues past towering Mount Robson, the Canadian Rockies’ highest point, and along the Yellowhead Highway to mountain resort Sun Peaks, before you arrive in Vancouver to board the Holland America Line ship for the cruise towards wilderness state Alaska. Sail through the scenic Inside Passage, surrounded by a densely forested land of mountains and glaciers and dotted with remote settlements, and call first at Alaskan capital Juneau, a surprisingly chic and modern gateway to the Mendenhall ice-pack, and at Skagway, still a pioneering town of honky-tonk saloons and Klondike memorabilia.

A shore excursion to Klondike Gold Rush National Park will lift the veil on one of American history’s most colourful chapters.

The last of the Alaskan ports of call is historic Ketchikan, with the chance to take an optional float-plane excursion to the remote Misty Fjords National Park.

A last day at sea sees you sail back through the Inside Passage to Vancouver, where you bid farewell to the ship and take the opportunity to explore the glittering, waterfront city often voted ‘the best place in the world to live’.

Available Sep 2024, Apr to Jun & Sep 2025

Fly direct (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £3,599 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Banff & Sulphur Mountain Gondola – from £52 • Rockies Helicopter Ride – from £209

• Vancouver & Capilano Suspension Bridge (full day) – from £109

• Vancouver Island, Victoria & the Butchart Gardens (full day) – from £154

Room for Sole Use from £1,065

Cabins are available upon request.

Please note: Cruising on board Holland America: Shore excursions from the cruise are bookable on board the ship. Gratuities on board Holland America ships are not included in your holiday price and are automatically charged at a cost of $12.50 per person per day.

*The rail journey is not available on every departure date - please ask or check online for full details.

The transfer time from Calgary airport to your hotel is approximately one hour and 30 minutes, and from Vancouver airport approximately 45 minutes.

Banff

Inside Passage, Alaska

An optional guided tour will include restored Gastown, colourful Chinatown, and the glass and steel wonders of the Burrard Inlet waterfront, while a second optional day heads to beautiful Vancouver Island and the unashamedly British provincial capital, Victoria, with its vast Parliament Buildings and grand old Fairmont Empress Hotel.

This hugely enjoyable day also includes a visit to the world-famous, 50-acre Butchart Gardens, after which you’ll return to spend the last evening in beautiful Vancouver.

Ample time for some last-minute shopping before a return overnight flight, completes a wonderful discovery of one of the world’s most beautiful corners.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy a seven-night cruise with Holland America Line exploring UNESCO -listed Glacier Bay, the scenic Inside Passage, Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan

• Visit Banff, the capital of the Rockies

• Experience scenic touring through the Rockies via sparkling Lake Louise on the Icefields Parkway, stopping overnight in Jasper

• Discover Vancouver, often voted ‘the best place in the world to live’

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Seven nights’ sharing a twin/double inside stateroom on board the five-star MS Koningsdam on a full-board basis (upgrade staterooms available)

• Outbound flight to Calgary, returning from Vancouver, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Train-inclusive price from £5,699

Add

the Rocky Mountaineer ® Rail Tour

Leave the coach and journey through the Rockies from Jasper to Vancouver for an amazing two-day train journey!

Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff nights 1-2

This modern hotel stands on Banff Avenue, in the heart of downtown, surrounded by mountain scenery. It has its own restaurant, a bar and a gift shop. The guestrooms have private facilities, telephones, TVs, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Most guestrooms also have mini-fridges.

Whistler’s Inn, Jasper night 3

On the main street of this very small township in the mountains, this hotel has two restaurants, a pub, a gift shop and an outdoor hot tub. All guestrooms have private facilities, TVs and telephones.

Sun Peaks Lodge, Sun Peaks night 4

This lovely mountain inn is situated in the heart of the Sun Peaks resort, close to a variety of restaurants and bars. All the guestrooms have private facilities, TVs, safes, telephones, tea/ coffee-making facilities, irons and ironing-boards and hairdryers.

Five-Star Alaska Cruise HHHHH on board MS Koningsdam nights 5-11

Luxuriously appointed, with spacious teak decks affording panoramic views of the ever- changing scenery, and with crew-to - passenger ratios of nearly one-to-two. In addition to the scenic wonders, you can look forward to fine dining, first-class entertainment and a host of onboard amenities .

This hotel boasts a central location, just a twominute walk from Robson Street and 10 minutes from Canada Place. It has an indoor swimming pool and gym, restaurant and bar.

tour addition

Ride the Rocky Mountaineer® train from Jasper to Vancouver*

On selected dates, board the famous Rocky Mountaineer® train on Day Nine for a wonderful twoday journey through the scenic mountain wonderland of the Rockies and the Monashee and Caribou ranges, with an overnight stay in historic Kamloops. You’ll arrive into Vancouver at the end of Day 10. SilverLeaf Service Included in price

The holiday price includes a two-day journey travelling in SilverLeaf Service, which consists of assigned seating in a dome coach with oversized windows. Hot gourmet breakfast and lunch are served seat-side, along with complimentary snacks and beverages, including beer and wine.

Upgrade to GoldLeaf Service from £600

For that extra special treat, upgrade your holiday. GoldLeaf Service includes travel in bi-level coaches with unparalleled panoramic views, à la carte breakfast and lunch served in the lower-level private dining room. You’ll also benefit from an exclusive outdoor viewing platform, where you can inhale the fresh mountain air and take the perfect photo.

MS Koningsdam, Alaska

Inside Passage, Alaska Totem Poles, Alaska

Sheraton Wall Centre, Vancouver nights 12-14

Rocky Mountaineer

MS Koningsdamo

9-day escorted tour from £3,099

Canadian Rockies & Lake Louise

Solo adventurers looking to experience the Canadian Rockies can embark on an easy-paced, escorted adventure, which puts dramatic natural wonders on full display during winter.

Solo

Day One – Fly to Calgary Today, you and your fellow solo travellers will land in Calgary, the gateway to the Canadian Rockies, and be welcomed by your friendly, local tour manager. A coach will then take you to your hotel in the downtown area of the city.

Once you’ve checked in, the rest of the evening will be free to get settled in and explore the surrounding area.

Day Two – Morning at leisure in Calgary, drive to Banff and welcome drink This morning, you’ll have some free time to cover some of Calgary’s highlights. Nicknamed ‘Cowtown’, this city’s Western culture is evident, and it’s known for hosting the world-famous Calgary Stampede every July. Taking to the pedestrian-friendly street, Stephen Avenue Walk is worthwhile, or the Calgary Tower for a panoramic view of the city and the nearby mountains.

In the afternoon, you’ll leave the bustle behind and travel into the heart of the Rockies to Banff. Set in Banff National Park and enclosed by beautiful wilderness, this charming resort town will be your base for the next five nights. Your group will be welcomed with a drink on arrival

at the hotel and then you’ll have the rest of the evening at your leisure.

Day Three – Included Banff and Sulphur Mountain Gondola tour A day of adventuring awaits, as you’ll head out on a tour through Banff, carpeted in snow. With your guide indicating points of interest as you go, the coach will pass by Bow Falls which is especially remarkable when frozen, as is Surprise Corner, a viewpoint looking out over the iconic 1888 Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, backdropped by Sulphur Mountain. You’ll then board a cable car and ascend to the top of the mountain, observing spectacular views of the region from above and the nearby six mountain ranges. Look out for the region’s native wildlife roaming freely in the pine forests, such as deer, wolves and elk, and have your camera ready to capture your sightings.

Later in the day, you’ll return to your hotel to warm up, perhaps enjoying a drink at the bar with some fellow travellers to share stories.

Days Four to Six – Days at leisure and four optional activities Take advantage of these free days to do as little or as much as you like. The opportunity to choose from four optional

Available Dec 2024, Jan to Feb & Nov to Dec 2025

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Heathrow £3,099 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Banff Sleigh Ride – from £48

• Wolfdog Sanctuary – from £91

• Dogsledding – from £399

• Rockies Helicopter Flight – from £199

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 30 minutes on arrival and approximately two hours on your return.

Lake Louise, Banff National Park

ESCORTED TOUR

This tour is made up exclusively of solo travellers.

Traveller

Mount Rundle on Vermilion Lake, Banff

excursions allows you to customise your time in Banff and bring your winter wish-list to life.

Perhaps set off on a sleigh ride across the snowy meadows with the mountains of Banff as your backdrop. Guided by a local cowboy, you’ll journey by horse-drawn sleigh, keeping an eye out for elk and deer while taking in the imposing peaks of Mount Rundle and Cascade Mountain. After this alpine adventure, you’ll return to the stables, where you can defrost with a steaming apple cider drink by the fire.

For animal lovers, a unique small-group experience to get up close with wolves and wolfdogs at a sanctuary is also available. During this excursion, you can learn about their behaviour, the role they play in our ecosystem and the important conservation work that the sanctuary carries out to protect them. You’ll also have time to take photos with the animals and speak with the team members.

If you’d like to pick up the pace, you can join a dogsledding activity, with the option to drive your own sled or with an experienced instructor. Pulled by a team of Canadian huskies, each sled will follow a picturesque track through Spray Lakes Provincial Park. As you travel at your preferred,

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at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend time in Calgary, nicknamed ‘Cowtown’ and serving as a getaway to the Canadian Rockies, taking in its sights

• Journey into the rugged, snow-carpeted landscapes of Banff National Park for a five-night stay in beautiful Banff

• Enjoy a guided excursion, keeping an eye out for native wildlife while ascending Sulphur Mountain on a gondola for unrivalled views of the Rockies, mountain peaks, glaciers and lakes

• Embrace three days to customise your itinerary and take advantage of optional activities like sleigh rides, visits to a wolfdog sanctuary, husky sledding and a helicopter ride

• Discover Johnson Canyon, where frozen waterfalls and hanging icicles create a spectacular winter scene, and a hike to Lower Falls promises a picturesque view

• Experience an overnight stay at the luxury, five-star Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise on the shores of the lake and a memorable farewell dinner

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen room-only accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Calgary, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

comfortable pace, you’ll observe the nearby valleys, mountains and lakes before concluding with a snack and a hot refreshment by a camp fire. Alternatively, see the majestic Rockies from a different angle and venture on a 45-minute helicopter ride, which flies high above the mountains. Watch in awe as you circle over the sprawling forests, sparkling, frozen lakes, ragged peaks and alpine meadows below.

Day Seven – Travel via Johnston Canyon with an optional hike, continue to Lake Louise and farewell dinner Following your adventures in Banff, you’ll check out of your hotel and journey to Johnston Canyon for a brief stop. Set in Banff National Park, this rocky canyon is popular with hikers due to its short, easy hike through the mountainside, lined with waterfalls and plunge pools. You’ll have the option to follow this gentle trail to the Lower Falls, dramatic cascades of water that become encased behind a sheet of ice, with frozen icicles hanging along the 30-foot drop. The tour will then continue to Lake Louise, an expanse of turquoise-tinted water, backed by the magnificent Victoria Glacier and enveloped by alpine forest. A stay at the five-star luxury Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, set right on the

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown, Calgary night 1

This hotel is ideally located in the downtown area and just a 15-minute walk from the entertainment district, 17th Avenue. Modern guestrooms feature TVs, tea/ coffee-making facilities, fridges, and free Wi-Fi. There’s a 24-hour front desk, an on-site gym, a swimming pool, and a casual restaurant.

Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff nights 2-6

This hotel stands on Banff Avenue, very close to shops, restaurants and bars, and is surrounded by fabulous mountain scenery. It has a restaurant, a bar and a sauna, and all the guestrooms have private facilities, telephones, tea/coffee-making facilities and TVs.

shore of Canada’s most photographed lake, ensures a special night to remember and provides a fitting location for your final evening. After the sun has set, you’ll sit down with your fellow solo travellers to a memorable farewell dinner.

Day Eight – Morning at leisure Enjoy a relaxed morning, perhaps venturing outside for a stroll or finding a cosy spot in the lounge before you’re driven back to Calgary airport for your overnight flight.

Day Nine – Arrive back in the UK You’ll land back in the UK with a host of incredible memories and new-found friends.

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Fairmont Chateau, Lake Louise night 7

An iconic luxury hotel set on the shores of Lake Louise in Banff National Park and dating back to 1890. Plush guestrooms offer mountain views, and come with TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities, and Wi-Fi. Guests also have access to a spa, an indoor swimming pool, a gym, four dining options, and four bars, including an upscale eatery and alpine-themed brasserie.

Sulphur Mountain Gondola, Banff

Fairmont Chateau and Lake Louise, Banff Wolfdog, Canada

Sandman Signature, Calgary

Fairmount Chateau, Lake Louise

13-day escorted tour from £4,235

Costa Rica –Wildlife, Rainforest & Caribbean Beach

This beguiling journey goes beyond the basic tourist haunts to reveal Costa Rica’s staggering natural beauty.

Day One – Fly to San José Today, you’ll touch down in Costa Rica’s vibrant capital – San José. You’ll be met by your friendly tour manager and transferred to your hotel in the city’s buzzing downtown.

Day Two – Included excursions to Poás Volcano National Park and Doka Estate Leaving San José, your first stop is the spectacular Poás Volcano National Park in the Central Valley region.

This popular park is home to two craters – one of which is active and contains a striking bluegreen lagoon that emits a unique sulphurous gas while the other is filled with cold water.

Next up is Doka Estate, a coffee plantation covering the fertile slopes of the Poás Volcano – an ideal setting for producing high-quality coffee beans.

An expert guide will lead you around the property, pausing to share stories of the family who owns it, as well as the production, harvesting and roasting processes.

Day Three – Included guided walk through the Monteverde Cloud Forest and El Trapiche tour Breakfast will be followed by a guided walk

into the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve - a well-known conservation area in Central America and home to an incredible diversity of birds, like the exotically coloured quetzal, as well as to some rare species, including jaguars and pumas. Leaving the forest, the tour will travel to a traditional Costa Rican farm, and you’ll be welcomed by a local family.

Your guide will explain the process of farming sugar cane and the history of this important crop, as well as show you the different stages of coffee-farming.

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Day Four – Day at leisure Tuck into breakfast before being transferred to your next hotel,

Available Sep to Nov 2024, Jan to Apr & Sep to Nov 2025

Fly direct from (flight upgrades available). Prices from Heathrow £4,235 (UK connecting flights available, call us for details)

Room for Sole Use from £1,219

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 30 minutes.

Red-Eyed Tree Frog, Costa Rica

Selvatura Hanging Bridge, Monteverde

Puerto Limón, Costa Rica

Costa Rica Panama

Poás Volcano National Park

San José

Viejo de Talamanca

Sarapiqui

Monteverde

Arenal Volcano San Carlos Nicaragua

Caño Negro Wildlife Sanctuary

which is surrounded by tropical farmland and overlooks the perfect cone of Arenal Volcano. This afternoon, lunch will be on your own account, and you can potter around at your own pace. Perhaps take a soak in the property’s thermal volcanic hot springs, with a swim-up bar, book a spa treatment or just lounge on the sun terrace.

Day Five – Included Caño Negro Wildlife Sanctuary boat tour Rise for breakfast and then join the tour as it takes to the waters of the Frio River. Travel upstream under green canopies through the Caño Negro Wildlife Sanctuary – a diverse biological refuge teeming with endangered reptiles, birds, plants, and fish. Expect to see caimans and crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas and a variety of colourful birds before enjoying an included Hacienda-style lunch at the Caño Negro Dock.

Day Six – Included Arenal Sky Walk tour Today’s exploration allows you to view the jungle from a different angle entirely, so don’t forget your camera. The Sky Walk excursion first takes you on a guided walk through the rainforest of the Arenal area before you navigate your way to suspended bridges hanging amongst the treetops.

As the sun hardly touches the ground of the jungle, the overlaying canopy is awash with fruits,

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Stare in awe at the active Poás Volcano and visit a coffee plantation

• Embark on a guided walk through the enchanting Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

• Learn about local plantations during an El Trapiche tour

• Take to the river of the Caño Negro Wildlife Sanctuary

• View the jungle from a different angle with a Sky Walk tour

• Meander around a local palmito plantation and taste an array of products

• Be led by a naturalist guide to Ots La Selva Biological Station

• Embrace ample time to unwind at a Caribbean beach resort

• 11 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• 11 breakfasts, six lunches and five dinners

• Return scheduled flights to San José, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

seeds, and leaves that attract a myriad of wildlife. Along this jungle journey, you’ll pass towering waterfalls (subject to season), as well as Lake Arenal – the largest lake in Costa Rica, sitting at the base of the Arenal Volcano.

After your walk, you’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Later in the afternoon, the tour will head back to the hotel, so you can freshen up and have a relaxed dinner on your own account.

Day Seven – Included tour of a plantation Have some breakfast, check out of your hotel, and then set off on a tour to a nearby palm plantation. Here, you’ll learn about the palm, its history, the process involved to make it edible, and the main dishes it is used in. You’ll take a stroll around the property before sampling different products and sitting down for some lunch.

Day Eight – Included visit to Ots La Selva Biological Station Wake up to the soothing sounds of the river and a profusion of birdlife before breakfast. You’ll then set off on a short, guided walk to the Ots La Selva Biological Station, a local research station that was one of the first in the country.

Day Nine – Included lunch at a local restaurant After breakfast, you’ll check out of your hotel, and be transferred to the next destination. In

Crowne Plaza Hotel, San José night 1

Sleek guestrooms with pops of colour, encompass safes, desks, mini-bars, TVs, and free Wi-Fi.

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco, Monteverde nights 2-3

With a focus on sustainability, this hotel is spread across different levels and features a covered heated swimming pool, and a wellness centre focused on organic treatments.

Arenal Manoa Resort & Hot Springs, Alajuela San Carlos nights 4-6

Fringed by farmland and backed by the Arenal Volcano, this hot springs resort has an undeniably relaxing feel Casually decorated guestrooms include tea/coffee-making facilities, TVs, mini-fridges and furnished terraces facing the volcano.

the afternoon, lunch will be served at a local restaurant. This afternoon, check into your beachside paradise for a last three-night stay.

Days 10-11 – Days at leisure After a trip of so much exploration and discovery, you can now relax with some well-deserved downtime. Over the next two days, you’re free to embrace your surroundings, doing as little or as much as you like.

Day 12 – Fly back to the UK Check out of the resort before being transferred to Juan Santamaría airport for your return flight home.

Day 13 – Arrive in the UK Land back in the UK at the end of an enthralling deep dive into the natural splendours of this special corner of the world.

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Selva Verde Ecolodge & Rainforest Reserve, Sarapiqui nights 7-8

This tropical eco-lodge is connected by elevated wooden walkways, which ensures you’re fully immersed in nature. Air-conditioned guestrooms include Wi-Fi, safes, and hairdryers.

Le Cameleon, Puerto Viejo nights 9-11

Ringed by tropical gardens, this luxury boutique hotel is a minute’s walk from the sandy Cocles Beach and close to downtown San Jose. There is a spa, an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, a sophisticated restaurant, and a beach bar. Please note: On nights 1 to 6 and 9 to 11 on certain departures, you’ll stay at an alternative hotel of a similar standard. Please see our website for details.

Crowne Plaza Hotel, San José

Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna

Yellow-Throated Tucan, Costa Rica

Puerto Limón, Costa Rica

Le Cameleon, Puerto Viejo

Peru, Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands

An incredible World Wonder, Inca treasures, the world’s highest capital and some of Earth’s most unusual creatures, explored and encountered. 17-day

Small-Group

ESCORTED TOUR

You’ll be part of a group ranging from 16 to 24 travellers, enabling you to dig deeper and explore off the beaten track.

Day One – Fly to Peru Fly overnight, vía Colombian capital Bogotá, to Lima.

Day Two – Arrival in Lima Upon arrival in the Peruvian capital, transfer to your hotel to rest and relax.

Day Three – Included tour of Lima Enjoy today’s guided tour of Lima, where Spanish colonial influences abound, especially in the central Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Armas.

Day Four – Included visit to Cusco and the Sacred Valley Fly to Cusco and transfer into the fabled Sacred Valley of the Incas for twonight stay.

Day Five – Included visit to the Sacred Valley Continue your discovery of the Sacred Valley, taking in the Inca ruins at Pisac, as well as the fortress at Ollantaytambo. Visit a ‘Potato Park’ where you’ll learn about the importance of the tuber to the valley’s indigenous community.

Day Six – Included visit to Machu Picchu Journey, today, to the fabled ‘Lost City of the Incas’, travelling by narrow-gauge railway and bus to breath-taking Machu Picchu. On arrival, your guide will introduce the layout of the original citadel, after which you’re free to explore the site – an experience you’ll never forget.

Day Seven – Optional visit to the citadel and return to Cusco A second day’s optional visit to Machu Picchu is available this morning before you return to Cusco later today.

Day Eight – Included Cusco tour Join your guide for an introduction to one of the Americas’ most compelling and enthralling cities, with its ancient palaces and temples, and its roll call of colonial remnants.

Day Nine – Fly to Quito Bid farewell to Cusco as you fly into the high Andes, and the extraordinary Ecuadorian city of Quito.

Day 10 – Included visit to Quitzalo solar clock, ‘Middle of the World’ and Otavalo market This morning, pay a visit to the ‘Middle of the World’, where the equator is marked with a monument and visitor centre, before continuing to the

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Available Sep to Nov 2024, Feb to Jun, Sep to Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £6,855 (UK connecting flights available, call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Return to Machu Picchu Excursion (subject to availability) – from £115

Room for Sole Use from £1,195

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

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Bartolome Island, Galápagos Islands

Local People, Peru

highland town of Otavalo, the most famous of all South America’s colourful, indigenous markets.

Enjoy lunch in Pijal, a small village in the heart of the Andes, where you’ll visit the sustainable ‘Sacha Warmi Kuna Project’. You will then return to Quito.

Day 11 – Fly to the Galápagos Islands Bid farewell to Quito and fly to the remote, volcanic Pacific Galápagos archipelago, arriving at the island of Baltra and then transferring by boat to Santa Cruz, the home of the giant tortoises for which the Galápagos are famed.

Enjoy lunch at a local ranch before the chance to go in search of the famous giant tortoises on a gentle guided walk around the island’s volcanic interior. Afterwards, transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay.

Day 12 – Santa Cruz island and Academy Bay tour Experience an unforgettable cruise across the pristine waters of Academy Bay, stopping to enjoy opportunities for snorkelling or swimming amongst a colourful array of marine species, including turtles and curious sea lions.

your hotels

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy a fascinating South American adventure in the company of like-minded travellers

• Fly to Lima and Peru’s Sacred Valley

• Gaze in awe at the ‘Lost City’, Machu Picchu

• Explore Inca capital Cusco, Peruvian capital Lima, and lofty Quito, the world’s highest capital

• Experience Otavalo’s colourful market – South America’s largest

• Spend five days in the wondrous Galápagos

• Visit the Charles Darwin Research Centre

• Venture on a bay cruise with an opportunity to swim in the waters

• Experience close-up encounters with sea lions, marine iguanas and giant tortoises

• Entrances and Galápagos National Park fees included

• 14 nights’ carefully chosen accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Breakfast each day, four lunches and one dinner

• Outbound flight to Lima, returning from Quito, all internal flights, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Ashore, there are marine iguanas to encounter, and an astonishing collection of cacti and red volcanic rocks, at which to marvel

Day 13 – Included visit to the Charles Darwin Research Centre This morning, you’ll call at the Charles Darwin Research Station, where you’ll enjoy a fascinating visit to the centre and learn about vital conservation work across the Galápagos. You’ll also have the chance to meet several subspecies of giant tortoise, many of which are at ease with human contact. After the tour, catch the boat to San Cristóbal island for a two-night stay in delightful Puerto Moreno.

Day 14 – Included visit to Isla Lobos After breakfast, transfer to the dock to board a boat for the short trip, accompanied by your certified Galápagos National Park guide to tiny Isla Lobos, where you’ll not only see the resident sea lions, but colonies of frigate birds and blue-footed boobies. A swim in the calm, clear waters, or a stroll along the white sand beach brings yet more sightings and close-up views of marine life. This evening, enjoy an included farewell dinner.

Day 15 – Fly to Quito Fly back to Quito, then transfer to your hotel for the final night of your tour.

Wyndham Costa del Sol, Lima nights 2-3

Offering an outdoor pool on the top floor, a restaurant and a bar. Guestrooms offer TVs, air conditioning and mini-bars.

Hotel Agustos, Urubamba nights 4-5

Providing a restaurant, a bar and a garden. Guestrooms feature air conditioning and terraces.

Casa Andina Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes night 6

Located right beside the local markets, this hotel has a restaurant, and guestrooms include TVs and Wi-Fi.

Costa del Sol Ramada, Cusco nights 7-8

The hotel has a restaurant serving international and Peruvian dishes. There is free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service.

Day 16 – Included city tour and return flight Join your tour manager for a guided introduction to the Ecuadorian capital, including the historic centre, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. After the tour, you’ll transfer to the airport for your overnight return flight.

Day 17 – Arrival home You’ll arrive early this morning, following a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

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Sheraton Quito Hotel, Quito nights 9-10 & 15

This hotel boasts pools, tennis and squash courts and a spa. Guestrooms come with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, TVs, mini-bars and safes.

Hotel Fiesta, Santa Cruz nights 11-12

Close to Tortuga Bay, this hotel offers a restaurant, bar, snack bar, games room, free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned guestrooms with balconies and room service.

Casa Opuntia, San Cristóbal nights 13-14

This hotel is close to the seafront promenade and features an outdoor swimming pool, together with spacious air-conditioned guestrooms with garden views, mini-bar and TVs.

Galápagos Giant Tortoise, Bartolome Island

Machu Picchu, Peru

Blue-footed Boobies, Galápagos Islands

Costa del Sol Ramada, Cusco

Hotel Agustos, Urubamba

Peru – Land of the Incas

South America’s most fascinating, colourful and cosmopolitan country, and the treasures of the Incas –discovered and explored.

Available Sep to Nov 2024, Feb, May, June, Sep to Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available).

Prices from

• Heathrow £3,695 (UK connecting flights available, call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• PeruRail Titicaca Train (full day) – from £155

No Single Supplement

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £570

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Enjoy the company of like-minded travellers as you uncover the secrets of one of the world’s most fascinating civilisations and one of South America’s most colourful countries. Begin your tour in Lima, Peru’s cultural, culinary and colourfully modern capital. Fly to Cusco, the capital of the Inca civilisation, and the gateway to the Sacred Valley and astonishing ‘lost city’ of Machu Picchu. Spend time discovering Cusco’s wonders, then travel to Lake Titicaca. Explore her shores and islands before the Peruvian altiplano, the Andes with their canyons and volcanoes, condors and alpacas, and the dazzling ‘white city’ of Arequipa, complete your wonderful Peruvian adventure.

A guided sightseeing tour brings to life the Peruvian capital, with its UNESCO -listed Spanish gems, like the vast Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Armas, its Baroque cathedral and gleaming modern districts.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Uncover the secrets of one of the world’s most colourful countries

• Tour Lima, the ‘City of Kings’

• Visit the remarkable Inca citadel, Cusco and the fabled Sacred Valley

• Venture on a narrow gauge Vistadome train ride to Machu Picchu – the lost city of the Incas

• Enjoy a Titicaca cruise to the Uros Islands and Taquile

• Journey through the snow-capped Andean highlands

Discover Colca Canyon and search the skies for the fabled Andean condor

• Visit the extraordinary Monasterio Santa Catalina

• Travel through the Peruvian Andes on the 1920s-style PeruRail Titicaca train to lakeside Puno

• 11 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• 15 meals, including 11 breakfasts and four lunches

• Return scheduled flights to Lima, internal flights, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

You’ll then fly east to the Inca stronghold Cusco, heading into the fabled Sacred Valley of the Incas, where highlights will include a visit to tiny Ccaccaccollo, where the ancient Incan arts of weaving and fabric-dyeing techniques live on, Journey to the fabled ‘Lost City of the Incas’, travelling to the spa town Aguas Calientes by narrow-gauge railway, then by bus to breathtaking Machu Picchu, and explore the waters of Titicaca, and the scenic Aguada Blanca National Reserve.

Drive to the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, where high above you may be lucky to catch sight of the world’s largest birds in flight.

Lastly, tour the ‘White City’ Arequipa, with its elegant Plaza de Armas, great cathedral, and 19th-century volcanic, white-stone buildings. You’ll also visit the narrow streets, cloisters and hidden quarters of the Monasterio Santa Catalina and the stunning Jesuit La Compañía church.

your hotels

Costa del Sol Wyndham Salaverry, Lima City nights 2-3

Hotel Hacienda del Valle, Sacred Valley nights 4-5

Jose Antonio Cusco, Cusco nights 6-7

Hotel Royal Inn Puno, Puno nights 8-9

Casa Andina Standard, Colca night 10

Hotel El Conquistador, Arequipa night 11

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Airport, Peru night 12

extend your holiday

Amazon & Lima Extension

Five nights from £5,465

Extend your time in Peru and stay four nights at the Hacienda Conception in the heart of the Amazon and accessible only via boat, and return to Lima for your last night. The price includes internal flights, transfers and daily guided activities centred around flora and fauna. Meals are on full board basis in the Amazon.

Machu Picchu, Peru

Arequipa, Peru

Uros Floating Island, Puno City

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Discover a duo of remarkable, contrasting cities on included tours, gaze in awe at Iguazú’s plunging waters and take in the jaw-dropping views from Sugarloaf and Corcovado mountains as you savour some of the continent’s finest wines, taste fine food and stay in a selection of four and five-star hotels. Spend time surrounded by astonishing new sights, unforgettable wonders and the verve and vibrancy of two of the world’s most colourful nations.

Begin your South American adventure with a half-day included tour that, as well as introducing downtown Rio, includes a walk along Olympic Boulevard, with its colourful murals, then a cablecar ride up Sugarloaf Mountain.

You’ll then be driven through lush suburbs to the Cosmo Velho cog-railway station and journey up to the giant figure, then take the lift or escalator –or brave the stairs – up to the viewpoint.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend three nights at a five-star hotel on the lively Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro

• Take in the views from the top of Sugarloaf Mountain

• Visit Christ the Redeemer, one of the Seven Wonders of the New World

• Immerse yourself in the local culture with a visit to a traditional carioca bar

• Stay at a four-star resort at Iguazú Falls

• Explore both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides of the Iguazú Falls National Park

Enjoy three nights in Buenos Aires, with an included city tour, farewell dinner and tango show

• Join an optional gaucho excursion into the pampas grassland surrounding Buenos Aires

• Eight nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Three evening meals

• Outbound flight to Rio de Janeiro, returning from Buenos Aires, with coach travel and transfers throughout Escorted by a friendly and experienced local tour guide at each destination

The tour will continue with an exploration of Iguazú on the Brazilan side of the falls, where a series of pathways lead through the lush foliage of the UNESCO -listed Iguazú National Park, which is nurtured by the constant moisture from the astonishing waterfalls. You can walk out over the footbridge, and ride the panoramic lift. Finally, you’ll visit Buenos Aires, with its Plaza de Mayo’s parliament buildings, the tango district of San Telmo, the famously colourful La Boca district, the chic Puerto Madero riverside area and La Recoleta.

An optional excursion into the pampas grassland, to a typical estancia ranch allows you to learn about the gaucho culture of the plains ranchers and enjoy a traditional asado barbecue before a tango show at Tango Porteño – one of the city’s renowned centres of traditional music and dance.

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Hilton Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro nights 2-4

Recanto Cataratas, Iguazú Falls nights 5-6 Novotel Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires nights 7-9

11-day escorted tour from £3,869

Brazil & Argentina

Experience the man-made and natural wonders of two South American gems, including the iconic Christ the Redeemer and the aweinspiring Iguazú Falls.

Available Sep to Nov 2024, Feb, Apr to Jun, Sep, Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £3,869 (UK connecting flights available, call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Ginga Tropical Samba Show – from £130

• Santa Susana Ranch Tour (full day) – from £270

Room for Sole Use from £769

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Iguazú Falls, Argentina

La Boca, Buenos Aires

Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro

Recanto Cataratas, Iguazú Falls

Novotel Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

22-day escorted tour from £6,449

South American Explorer – Brazil, Argentina & Peru

Experience a trio of enthralling South American countries on a holiday packed with man-made and natural wonders.

Day One – Fly to Brazil Fly overnight, via São Paulo, to Rio de Janeiro.

Day Two – Arrive in Rio Transfer to your hotel in Rio, then rest and relax with an included welcome drink this evening.

Day Three – Included visit to the Sugarloaf Mountain Begin your South American adventure with a half-day included tour that, as well as introducing downtown Rio, features a walk along Olympic Boulevard, with its colourful murals, then up Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car. This evening, enjoy an included drink at a local carioca bar close to your hotel before the chance to take in an optional Ginga Tropical Show in town.

Day Four – Included visit to Christ the Redeemer Continue your exploration of Rio with an excursion to a wonder of the world – the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain. Enjoy your final evening in Rio with an included dinner at a nearby restaurant.

Day Five – Fly to Iguazú Falls Transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguazú Falls.

Day Six – Included tour of Iguazú Falls National Park Start your exploration of Iguazú

on the Brazilan side, where a series of pathways leads through the lush foliage, then head to the Argentinian side, a stunning jungle refuge.

Day Seven – Fly to Buenos Aires Transfer to the airport for the short flight to Buenos Aires, where you’ll meet your tour manager and transfer to your hotel.

Day Eight – Buenos Aires city tour Today you’ll enjoy a guided introduction to Buenos Aires, including the tango district of San Telmo and the famously colourful La Boca district.

Day Nine – Optional gaucho culture tour and farewell dinner with tango show Discover more of enthralling Buenos Aires under your own steam, today, or join an exciting optional excursion into the pampas grassland, to a typical estancia ranch, learning about the gaucho culture and enjoying a traditional

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Available Sep to Nov 2024, Feb, Apr to Jun, Sep, Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £6,449 (UK connecting flights available, call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Ginga Tropical Samba Show – from £145

• Santa Susana Ranch Tour (full day) – from £270

• PeruRail Titicaca Train (full day) – from £155 Room for Sole Use from £1,399

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Cathedral Church, Lima

Colca Canyon, Peru

Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

Iguazú Falls

Buenos Aires

Peru Lima Sacred Valley/Cusco

Machu Pichu

Puno Colca

Arequipa

asado barbecue. This evening, crown the Argentinian leg of your South American adventure with a farewell dinner and a tango show at Tango Porteño – one of the city’s renowned centres of traditional music and dance.

Day 10 – Fly to Lima Enjoy a day at leisure in Buenos Aires before transferring to the airport for your evening flight to Lima, which will arrive after 11pm. Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel.

Day 11 – Included Lima city tour A guided tour brings to life the Peruvian capital, a thriving city that boasts a number of UNESCO -listed historic treasures, legacies of Spanish colonialism.

Day 12 – Fly to Cusco and included visit to the Sacred Valley Today you’ll fly east from Lima to the Inca stronghold of Cusco and travel by coach into the fabled Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Day 13 – Included visit to the Sacred Valley Continue your exploration of the Sacred Valley, today. Visit Pisac, with its substantial Inca ruins and colourful market, and Ollantaytambo, home to the remains of a monumental Inca fortress.

Day 14 – Included visit to Machu Picchu Today is sure to be a highlight of your holiday as you zig-zag your way up through the jungle to Machu

your hotels

Hilton Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro nights 2-4

Opposite the golden sands of Copacabana Beach, this five-star hotel is a brilliant choice for guests.

Recanto Cataratas, Iguazú Falls night 5-6

This four-star resort boasts a waterpark, thermal pools, games rooms and a bowling alley. Guestrooms are spacious, with each featuring air conditioning, mini-bar and desk.

Novotel Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires nights 7-9

Located on Corrientes Avenue, the four-star Novotel Buenos Aires offers spacious, well-equipped guestrooms with air conditioning, mini-bars and TVs.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Take in the views from the Sugarloaf Mountain and discover the Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the Seven Wonders of the New World

• Explore UNESCO -listed Iguazú Falls National Park

• Experience a Buenos Aires tour and a farewell dinner and tango show on your last night in Argentina

• Set off on a magical day to the UNESCO -listed Machu Picchu

• Discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Lima, Cusco, Arequipa

• Join an optional gaucho culture tour to a nearby ranch

• Embark on a cruise across Lake Titicaca and a day in the awe-inspiring Colca Canyon

• 19 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Four lunches and three evening meals

• Return flights, outbound to Rio de Janeiro and returning from Lima, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Escorted by a friendly and experienced local tour guide at each destination

Picchu, the breath-taking Lost City of the Incas, a truly unforgettable place and one of the world’s must-see wonders. Later, travel to Cusco via Aguas Calientes for a two-night stay.

Day 15 – Included Cusco city tour The Incas called Cusco the ‘Navel of the World’ and today it remains one of the world’s most enthralling settlements. Today’s guided tour will bring to life the city’s fascinating history and most important landmarks.

Day 16 – Travel to Puno You’ll have a very early start, this morning, as you board your wellappointed coach (PeruRail train upgrade available) for the journey through the high Andean plains to Puno.

Day 17 – Included Lake Titicaca cruise Enjoy a cruise across Lake Titicaca today, the highest navigable lake in the world and the birthplace in myth of the Inca civilisation.

Day 18 – Travel on to Colca Board the coach early this morning and journey towards the startling landscape of the Aguada Blanca National Reserve.

Day 19 – Included visit to Colca Canyon You’ll have an early start today as you head to the

spectacular viewpoint at Cruz del Condor. With luck, you’ll catch sight of the majestic condors that make the Colca Canyon their home, gliding on the swirling winds and thermals.

After the tour, transfer to Arequipa for a onenight stay.

Day 20 – Included Arequipa city tour Today you’ll enjoy a tour of the ‘White City’, Arequipa, with its elegant main square Plaza de Armas, surrounded by buildings constructed of white volcanic stone.

Day 21 – Return flight Enjoy a final few hours at leisure in Lima, before transferring to the airport for your overnight return flight.

Day 22 – Arrive back in the UK You’ll arrive back early this morning.

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Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima City, Lima nights 10-11 & 20

This hotel offers a magnificent, year-round outdoor pool on the top floor, a restaurant and bar, a fitness centre and spa facilities.

Hotel Hacienda del Valle, Sacred Valley nights 12-13

Set in landscaped gardens, a short drive from Urubamba city and Ollantaytambo.

Jose Antonio Cusco, Cusco nights 14-15

This rustic hotel has a restaurant and cabin-style guest accommodation. Each guestroom has private facilities and a shower.

Hotel Royal Inn Puno, Puno nights 16-17

The hotel offers colourful suites with free Wi-Fi, one block from Plaza de Armas central square. Facilities include a restaurant and lively bar.

Casa Andina Standard Colca, Colca night 18

Located in Chivay, at the edge of the Colca Valley. This secluded hotel offers guest accommodation in traditional stone houses.

Hotel El Conquistador, Arequipa night 19

Set in an 18th-century building, this hotel features colonial architecture. It offers a café and restaurant. The guestrooms offer TVs and free Wi-Fi.

Iguazú Falls, Argentina

Machu Picchu, Peru

Peruvian Weaver, Peru

Africa Collection

158 On Safari in South Africa – Rhino Lodge or Elephant Lodge

160 On Safari in South Africa with Mauritius Beach

162 On Safari in South Africa – Mabula Lodge

164 On Safari in Kruger National Park

166 Kruger Safari & South Mozambique Beach

167 On Safari in South Africa – Karongwe Game Reserve – NEW

168 On Safari in Victoria Falls

170 On Safari in South Africa

– Luxury Safari Plains

– NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

171 Luxury Safari Plains with a Mauritian Beach Escape

– NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

172 Cape Town, the Garden Route & Big Five Safari

174 Classic South African Adventure

176 On Safari in Botswana – Chobe National Park – NEW

178 Great Safaris of Tanzania & Zanzibar Beach – NEW

180 Kenya Grand Safari

182 Kenyan Wildlife & Coastal Explorer

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183 Kenya – Beach & Safari

Encounter remarkable wildlife under boundless skies, soak up extraordinary scenery and take an enlightening cultural dive.

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“ Firstly, we can’t thank our guide, Jaco, enough for his invaluable information, guidance and care. We have returned with so much more knowledge about South Africa, as well as wowed by the scenery and wildlife we have witnessed. Our driver, Tim, was also top quality, and we felt very safe as we glided from one stop to another. The highlight of the experience has got to be the game drives – we remain in awe of the animals we were so privileged to see. ,, Lucy, Customer, Cape Town, The Garden Route & Big Five Safari

Lions, Kruger National Park

10-day escorted tour from £2,515

On Safari in South Africa –Rhino Lodge or

Elephant Lodge

Savour South Africa’s unique wildlife on this special trip, based at either the Rhino or Elephant Lodge, both within the celebrated Sebatana Reserve.

These tours are exclusive to Newmarket Holidays and offer unique features that are not available with any other tour operator in the UK.

Day One – Fly to Johannesburg Overnight direct flight to Johannesburg.

Day Two – Arrival in Johannesburg Board the coach for a scenic transfer to your selected lodge, where lunch will be served. Afterwards, rest, relax and settle into your new surroundings, perhaps by taking a refreshing dip in the pool. This evening, enjoy an included welcome drink, followed by dinner and a short briefing about the week ahead.

Day Three – Included Sebatana Private Reserve introduction and game drive After breakfast, venture out in 4x4s into the reserve with your guides, who'll tell you about the fascinating different animals and plants that inhabit the area.

This afternoon, head out on a wildlife-spotting game drive. All game drives at Sebatana are done in open-air vehicles for maximum visibility. Head to Christina’s Wallow, a hide with wonderful views of the surrounding bush and waterhole. For a truly authentic wildlife-spotting experience, part of your journey is on foot. Keep an eye out –and have your camera at the ready – for zebras, meerkats, giraffes, wildebeest and impalas!

After a wonderful day, return to the lodge to enjoy a complimentary wine tasting before dinner.

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Day Four – Included 'Big Five' game drive and optional night game drive After breakfast, venture out into the Welgevonden Reserve on a game drive in search of the fabled 'Big Five' – the lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant. Access to the reserve is subject to extensive restrictions, so it’ll feel like you have the whole place to yourself. At dusk, you could join the optional night game drive, giving you the unique opportunity to witness how the bush changes as the sun goes down, and a different animal kingdom emerges. A dinner in a boma will also be enjoyed, prepared by the lodge's chef. Day Five – Included bush walk, game drive and optional tribal evening This morning, join your guide for a gentle included bush walk into

Available Sep to Dec 2024, Jan to Jun, Aug to Dec 2025, Feb to Mar, May, Jul to Oct & Dec 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £2,515 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

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• Pilanesberg National Park Excursion (full day) – from £130

• Night Game Drive (two hours) – from £70 • Tribal Evening (two hours) – from £55

• Welgevonden Reserve Excursion (half day) – from £125

• Kaingo Game Reserve Excursion (half day) – from £115

Please note: These optional excursions are not pre-bookable and can only be purchased locally. Room for Sole Use from £399

Please note: All-Inclusive upgrade available. The order of your itinerary will depend on the lodge you choose to stay in. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately four hours.

Leopard, Sebatana Reserve

Impalas, Sebatana Reserve

Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa

the Sebatana Private Reserve. Listen intently as your guide points out animal breeding areas and local plant life. After the walk, return to the lodge for some well-earned lunch.

Following lunch, set out on your second game drive into the Sebatana Private Reserve for the chance to spot some spectacular wildlife, armed with the knowledge gained this morning. This evening, you have the option to join the tribal evening to learn more about South Africa’s indigenous cultures.

Day Six – Optional Pilanesberg National Park excursion Today, you have the choice of joining the optional excursion to Pilanesberg National Park, the third-largest of its kind in South Africa. The park covers over 135,000 acres and presents further opportunities to spot the 'Big Five' as well as the endangered white rhino, giraffes and hippopotami. Dinner will be served back at Sebatana with a complimentary wine-tasting beforehand.

Day Seven – Included game drive with Champagne brunch Rise and shine early this morning for a very special game drive, and the chance to spot herds of antelopes moving in the open.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through Sebatana Private Reserve, Pilanesberg National Park, and Kaingo Game Reserve

• Enjoy a fascinating guided bush walk

• Experience a traditional African Champagne brunch

• Sip on a sundowner at Sunset Rock

• Listen to a wildlife talk, and enjoy evening wine tastings and a welcome drink

• Embark on a Johannesburg tour, including a visit to the Apartheid Museum

• Choose from optional game drives in Welgevonden Reserve and Pilanesberg National Park

• Enhance your itinerary with an optional night game drive and tribal experience

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen full-board accommodation at either the Rhino or Elephant Lodge, plus two nights on the aircraft (all-inclusive upgrade available in the resort)

• Return flights to Johannesburg, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager and wildlife specialist

Antelopes and other prey animals tend to move around in the morning to find the best protection from predators.

Around mid-morning, you’ll stop at Kudu Rock for a magnificent, traditional African brunch with Champagne.

Return to the lodge to rest and relax. If you want to carry on exploring, the guides will point out some gentle trails through the reserve. This evening, enjoy a complimentary wine tasting before dinner. Day Eight – Optional 'Big Five' game drive in Kaingo Game Reserve with included Sunset Rock safari This morning, you’ll have the chance to join one last 'Big Five' game drive. Later, in the mid-afternoon, enjoy a fitting finale to your South African adventure, as you join the included safari to Sunset Rock. Sip Champagne from this magnificent vantage point, looking out over the Waterberg Mountains as the sky turns a cascade of red and orange.

Return to the lodge for a farewell feast, no doubt reflecting on a wonderful break in the African wilderness.

Day Nine – Included Johannesburg tour, followed by departure Say goodbye to your

Sebatana Rhino Lodge, Lephalale HHHHH

Full-Board from £2,515

Set in a sweeping private game reserve, and with just 12 bungalows, the five-star Sebatana Rhino Lodge offers a completely unique – and intimate – South African experience. Each detached bungalow features a balcony, air conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, a safe and a mini-bar. Facilities include Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar (with regular happy hour), outdoor pools, Jacuzzi and a traditional African boma.

wonderful hosts as you depart for an included tour of Johannesburg.

Visit Johannesburg’s Apartheid Museum, which documents South Africa’s troubled past and racial segregation and the Hector Pieterson Memorial. After the tour, continue to Johannesburg airport for your overnight flight.

Day 10 – Arrive in the UK Arrive early in the morning after an amazing wish-list adventure.

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Sebatana Elephant Lodge, Lephalale HHHH

Full-Board from £2,589

Each superior guestroom features an en-suite bathroom, small terrace, air conditioning and standard amenities. Suites boast bathtubs, walk-in closets and a wider terrace. The lodge itself has wonderful viewpoints from which to spot wildlife. Facilities at the lodge include Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar (with daily happy hour), an outdoor pool, a Jacuzzi and a traditional African boma.

Giraffes, Sebatana Reserve

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Sebatana Elephant Lodge, Lephalale

Sebatana Rhino Lodge, Lephalale

15-day escorted tour from £4,415

On Safari in South Africa with Mauritius Beach

An immersion into the extraordinary South African and Mauritian wilderness, featuring opportunities to connect with nature, engage in local cultures, and gain insights into each destination’s history.

ESCORTED TOUR

These tours are exclusive to Newmarket Holidays and offer unique features that are not available with any other tour operator in the UK.

Day One – Fly from the UK Travel to South Africa, via Mauritius, on an overnight flight.

Day Two – Arrival at Johannesburg airport Upon arrival in Johannesburg, you’ll set off on a scenic transfer to the Sebatana Rhino Lodge. This evening, enjoy an included welcome drink, followed by dinner and a short briefing about the week ahead.

Day Three – Included wildlife talk and afternoon game drive After breakfast, you’ll venture into the reserve in an open-air vehicle on your first game drive. This drive will be followed by lunch and some free time back at the lodge before you return on an afternoon game drive, with a local tracker, who’ll do their best to seek out wildlife.

Day Four – Included game drive in Welgevonden Game Reserve and optional tribal evening with dinner Enjoy a light breakfast this morning ahead of a game drive through one of South Africa's finest private reserves, Welgevonden. Spot herds of lively zebra, towering giraffes, and elegant impala as you chase the famous 'Big Five' along the trails. After the sun has set, you can choose to join an optional tribal dinner, with the opportunity to gain insights into African culture and lifestyle.

Day Five – Included walking tour, game drive and optional night game drive with dinner in the bush This morning, you’ll join an experienced guide for a gentle bush walk into the Sebatana Private Reserve. After lunch, you’ll be collected in an open-air vehicle for a game drive to Christina’s Wallow. At dusk, you can join the optional night game drive. On the way, you’ll stop at ‘Flintstone Cave’, where the chef will have prepared a special three-course dinner. Day Six – Included game drive, Champagne brunch in the bush, and optional visit to a school or local community You’ll rise early this morning for a game drive and the chance to spot herds of antelopes moving in the open. Antelopes and other prey animals tend to move around in the morning to find the best protection from predators, so this is time best time to see them. Around mid-morning, you’ll stop at Kudu Rock for a lavish Champagne brunch, enhanced by the backdrop of the African bush. Here, you can tuck into your meal while soaking up the surrounding vista, perhaps even seeing an animal or two. Afterwards, you’ll return to the lodge to unwind.

Day Seven – Day at leisure or optional Pilanesberg National Park excursion Enjoy

Available Sep, Nov, Dec 2024, Jan, Mar, May to Jul, Sep, Nov, Dec 2025, Jan to Jun & Aug to Nov 2026

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Gatwick £4,415 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

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• Northern Highlights Excursion – from £160

• 'A Tale of Four Islands' Excursion – from £185

• 'Conservationist for the Day' Excursion – from £115 Room for Sole Use from £790

Please note: The order of the itinerary may change as some activities are weather dependent. The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately four hours.

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Seven Coloured Earth, Mauritius

Tamassa Bel Ombre, Mauritius

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Sebatana Private Reserve Bel Ombre

breakfast and a day of leisure at the lodge, taking advantage of the amenities, or join an optional excursion to Pilanesberg National Park, the fourth largest of its kind in South Africa.

Day Eight – Optional game drive in Kaingo Game Reserve and included Sunset Rock game drive and sundowner After breakfast, you can join the last game drive into Kaingo Game Reserve. In the midafternoon, there'll be one more game drive to Sunset Rock, a fitting finale to your South African adventure. Day Nine – Fly to Mauritius Have your last breakfast and say goodbye to your hosts before you depart to the airport for your flight to Mauritius. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to the southwest of the island, where you’ll check into your oceanfacing resort in the village of Bel Ombre.

Day 10 – Day at leisure or optional Northern Highlights excursion Rise to the sound of the waves and enjoy a buffet breakfast with the choice to spend the day at your leisure. Alternatively, you can join an optional excursion, which encompasses several stops around the island. You’ll begin with a visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens, the oldest in the southern hemisphere. Next up on the itinerary is the Sugar Adventure Museum, which is set in an old sugar mill. Here,

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through Sebatana Private Reserve, Pilanesberg National Park, and Kaingo Game Reserve

• Experience a Champagne brunch in the heart of the bush and a sundowner

• Enjoy an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music

• Be a conservationist for the day and sail across a lagoon on an optional sunset cruise, with snacks and drinks

• Explore Mauritius and its natural splendours on a tour of the island, complete with a wine tasting, a visit to a crater lake, Black River Gorges National Park and the spectacular ‘Seven Coloured Earth’

• 12 nights’ all-inclusive accommodation at the five-star Rhino East Lodge and the four-star Tamassa Bel Ombre, Mauritius, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Return flights to Johannesburg and Mauritius, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• In South Africa, you’ll be fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager and wildlife specialists, and in Mauritius, you’ll have a representative only during transfers and excursions, not on leisure days. You’ll have a 24/7 contact number during your time in Mauritius

you’ll get to taste sugar and rum, both made on the property. The tour will continue to the seaside village of Grand-Baie. You’ll then stop off at the northernmost point of Mauritius. Take in the views over the Indian Ocean and surrounding islands, observe the red-roofed church of Notre Dame Auxiliatrice, and take some photos. Lastly, a visit to an ancient working sugar estate, Domaine Labourdonnais, will conclude the excursion.

Day 11 – Included full-day excursion ‘Wonders of the South Winery Experience’ After breakfast, you’ll venture on a full-day excursion to cover the natural splendours of the southern part of Mauritius. The Takamaka Winery is the starting point, and the only winery in the world dedicated exclusively to lychee wine. Ganga Talao, a crater lake, also known as ‘Sacred Lake’ is another must-see location. Lunch will be served at a local family home in Chamarel. This small village is also home to the famous Terres de 7 Couleurs, ‘Seven Coloured Earth’, which consists of an expanse of multi-coloured sand dunes created as a result of uneven cooling of molten rock. This natural wonder of green, purple, yellow, red, brown, and violet, is a striking sight, and at the base, there are several giant tortoises.

Rhino East Lodge, Lephalale HHHHH

All-inclusive nights 2-8

This five-star lodge is set in the wildlife-rich and malariafree Sebatana Private Reserve. The dining room and bar open onto an expansive terrace, and guests can dine in the traditional African boma. An outdoor pool, Jacuzzi and sundeck look out over the bush, and there is a souvenir shop on the reserve. Each detached, luxury suite bungalow is beautifully decorated with African-inspired touches. Small, private balconies, facing the reserve, ensure plenty of wildlife viewing, and modern amenities include air conditioning, tea/coffeemaking facilities, hairdryers, safes, and a mini-bar (there are no TVs).

Day 12 – Day at leisure or optional ‘Tale of Four Islands’ excursion Once you’ve had breakfast, you can opt for an excursion, which involves boarding a speedboat to cruise around some of Mauritius’ most beautiful, uninhabited islands. You’ll first cruise to a wild nature reserve on the small island of Ile aux Mariannes. Then you’ll travel to Ile aux Phares (Lighthouse Island). Lastly, you'll have some time to snorkel and swim in the turquoise waters before calling at the paradisical Ile aux Cerfs for a barbecue lunch and chilled refreshments, including local rum.

Day 13 – Day at leisure and optional tour, 'Conservationist for the day' It’s your final day in this beautiful corner of the world, and you can make the most of it by embracing many of the resort’s activities or choose to do something completely different by being a conservationist for the day. This excursion takes you beyond the tourist traps and allows you to volunteer at a wildlife foundation with local biologists.

Day 14 – Depart for overnight flight Following your last breakfast in paradise, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Day 15 – Land in the UK Arrive back in the UK after your African adventure.

Tamassa Bel Ombre, Mauritius HHHH

All-inclusive night 9-13

Set on the shores of the Indian Ocean, this resort ensures a tranquil escape. The main restaurant provides buffet breakfasts and dinners, another eatery looks out over the beach and serves Mauritian-inspired dishes, and there is a poolside bar, nightclub, and direct beach access. Guests have access to four outdoor pools, a tennis court, a gym, and a spa. Guestrooms feature colourful floral murals, and have views of either the garden, pools or the Indian Ocean. Each guestroom encompasses furnished balconies or terraces, air conditioning, mini-bars, TVs, safes, hairdryers, tea/ coffee-making facilities and free Wi-Fi.

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Notre-Dame Auxiliatrice, Mauritius

Rhino East Lodge, Lephalale

Tamassa Bel Ombre, Mauritius

Ganga Talao, Mauritius

10-day escorted tour from £2,775

On Safari in South Africa –Mabula Lodge

Spend an unforgettable week on safari in South Africa at the Mabula Game Lodge, home to a sweeping reserve inhabited by the 'Big Five'.

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One – Fly to South Africa Fly overnight to Johannesburg.

Day Two – Arrival in Johannesburg Meet your transfer representative at the airport for the transfer to Mabula Game Lodge. Upon arrival at the lodge, unwind and settle in, perhaps making use of the wellness and spa facilities.

This evening, dinner is served at the lodge, as you enjoy a first night under the starry African sky, looking forward to a wonderful break ahead.

Day Three – Included morning game drive and wildlife talk Rise and shine early this morning, grab a tea or coffee and perhaps some rusks then head out into the Mabula Private Game Reserve on the first of many wonderful game drives. All game drives are in open-air 4x4 vehicles for maximum visibility. Keep your eyes open for the fabled 'Big Five', plus hyena, jackal, antelope, the elusive cheetah and the honey badger. Upon your return to the lodge, enjoy a well-earned, leisurely breakfast.

This afternoon, you’ll enjoy a fascinating wildlife talk. Delivered by the resident ecologist and reserve manager, the talk will introduce you to some of the 60 mammals and the 300-plus species of birds and reptiles that inhabit the

reserve, arming you with some interesting knowledge for forthcoming week.

This evening, after your first full day in your new surroundings, enjoy dinner at the lodge.

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Day Four – Included visit to the Hornbill Project and afternoon game drive This morning, you’ll visit the Hornbill Project, located within the boundaries of the reserve. Founded in 1999, the award-winning Hornbill Project aims to change the fortunes of this iconic, endangered species through a number of different evidence-based conservation techniques. The southern hornbill is a focal point in South African culture, and you’ll learn all about them this morning.

Available Sep to Dec 2024, Jan to Dec 2025 & Jan to Nov 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available). Prices from • Heathrow £2,775 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Room for Sole Use from £685

Please note: The order of the itinerary is only a suggestion. At the tour manager’s discretion, activities that are weather dependent may need to be moved around.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately three hours.

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Painted Dog, Mabula Private Game Reserve

Lions, Mabula Private Game Reserve

This afternoon, you’ll head out into the reserve on a game drive, equipped with the knowledge from this morning’s visit and yesterday’s wildlife talk, before dinner is served under the stars at the lodge this evening.

Day Five – Included morning game drive Rise and shine early this morning for an included morning game drive, giving you the chance to spot herds of antelopes and other prey species moving in the open as they tend to move around more early in the day, to find the best protection from predators.

Return to the lodge and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps making use of the wellness and spa facilities or the leisure area, including tennis and cricket, before dinner is served at the lodge this evening.

Day Six – Included bush walk, safari and sundowner After breakfast, join your guide for a gentle guided bush walk into the reserve. Enjoying the fresh air as you stretch your legs, giving you a different more intimate perspective of the reserve. Being closer to the ground also allows you to track the paths of animals, including kudu, zebra and maybe even lions that have followed the same path just a few hours before

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Go in search of the 'Big Five' on five included game drives into the Mabula Private Game Reserve

• Enjoy an expert-led wildlife talk and fascinating bush walk

• Visit the award-winning Hornbill Project

• Enjoy a special bush lunch

• Spend a night stargazing under the starry South African night sky

• Sip on a sundowner with beautiful views

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen full-board accommodation at the Mabula Game Lodge, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Open bar between 12pm and 10pm (limited only to local brands of beer, wine and spirits, premium brand beverages and cocktails are excluded)

• Return flights to Johannesburg, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager and wildlife specialist

you. This afternoon, embark on another open-air game drive into the reserve, keeping your eyes open for the 'Big Five'. After the safari, you’ll stop at a picturesque spot to enjoy a refreshing sundowner and some snacks as the sun slips behind the horizon and the sky turns a vibrant patchwork of red, purple, orange and yellow – a fitting end to a memorable day.

Please note: Children aged under 16 cannot participate in the bush walk for safety reasons.

Day Seven – Included morning game drive and stargazing session Wake up at sunrise this morning as you head out into the reserve on your penultimate safari, hopefully spotting something new to tick off your list. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the lodge upon your return.

After dinner this evening, you’ll spend an unforgettable night stargazing. As the sun goes down, thousands of twinkling stars, including the Milky Way, reveal themselves to you, completely free of any light pollution. Your guide will point out the different constellations visible as you spend a wonderful evening beneath the starry South African night sky.

Day Eight – Included morning game drive and bush lunch Today, your last full day at the lodge,

Mabula Game Lodge, Mabula HHHH

This luxury, family-friendly lodge is set amongst a sweeping 30,000 acre-private game reserve that provides a picturesque backdrop. Accommodation is in plush lodges, which feature air conditioning, TVs and tea/coffee-making facilities. Traditional and international dishes are served at the lodge's restaurant with a sprawling outdoor terrace. Other facilities encompass two bars, including one by the outdoor swimming pool, a cosy lounge, a spa and wellness centre, a tennis court and a childrens’ area called Cubz Club.

brings the chance to take one last game drive out into the Mabula Private Game Reserve, giving you a final opportunity to view the wildlife.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and morning before setting off into the reserve .

After the game drive, you’ll stop at a scenic spot in the bush to enjoy a delicious traditional lunch – a fitting finale to an exceptional week.

Day Nine – Departure After breakfast, it’s time to say your goodbyes to the lodge and its staff. You’ll be transferred to Johannesburg airport for your return flight, bringing your adventure to an end.

Day 10 – Arrive in the UK After an wonderful South African experience.

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On Safari in Kruger National Park

This very special tour includes an all-inclusive six-night stay at a luxury tented safari camp by Kruger National Park. 10-day

These tours are exclusive to Newmarket Holidays and offer unique features that are not available with any other tour operator in the UK.

Day One – Fly to Johannesburg Fly overnight to Johannesburg.

Day Two – Arrival in Johannesburg Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel, Nelson Mandela's former home in Johannesburg. Enjoy lunch then spend a relaxing afternoon unwinding and acclimatising. Dinner will be served at the hotel this evening.

Day Three – Transfer to Camp Bethel and optional night game drive Make the scenic transfer to Camp Bethel, your home for the next six nights. When you arrive, you’ll have the chance to freshen up, followed by a late lunch and brief camp orientation.

At dusk, why not join the optional night game drive, giving you the unique opportunity to witness how the bush changes as the sun goes down, and a different animal kingdom emerges?

Keep an eye out for caracals, bush babies, porcupines and ant bears!

Enjoy a first night in the African bush, perhaps with a sundowner in hand, as the sunset turns the sky a vibrant patchwork of red, orange and yellow.

Day Four – Included full-day Kruger National Park game drive Rise and shine early this morning, for the short journey to Kruger National Park, home to some truly majestic animals, including the iconic 'Big Five' – lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalo – together with birdlife such as vultures and eagles.

Today you’ll explore the southern part of Kruger, which covers almost two million hectares of unspoilt terrain overall.

The south of the park is lush and green, with plenty of knob thorn and bush willow trees, whereas the north is arid and sparse.

You’ll stop to enjoy lunch at a rest camp, where you can choose from a delicious variety of meals.

A relaxing dinner will be served to an atmospheric campfire backdrop.

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Available Sep to Dec 2024, Jan to Dec 2025 & Jan to Nov 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £2,745 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

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• Night Game Drive – from £60

• Sunset Cruise & Blyde Dam – from £60

Room for Sole Use from £369

Please note: The order of the itinerary is only a suggestion. At the tour manager’s discretion, activities that are weather dependent may need to be moved around. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Leopard, Kruger National Park

Kruger National Park, South Africa

Hippo, Kruger National Park

Day Five – Included wildlife rehabilitation tour and nature walk Head out to a local wildlife rehabilitation centre, where they take care of injured and poisoned animals that, sadly, will not be released back into the wild.

Watch a film presentation before you head out into the centre’s grounds on a two-hour tour, where you’ll have the chance to get up close and personal with animals including cheetahs, African wild dogs and vultures.

Later this afternoon, join your guide for a fascinating nature walk around the camp, which sits on its own private reserve.

Keep an eye out for wonderful creatures such as zebras, kudu, nyala and warthog that frequently wander through the camp.

Day Six – Included morning game drive to Kruger National Park and optional Blyde River Canyon boat cruise Wake up early once again, as you head back to Kruger National Park for a wonderful morning game drive.

Keep your eyes peeled for buffaloes and elephants, as your guide shares their expert wildlife knowledge. After an exciting morning,

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Venture on three game drives in the Kruger and Greater Kruger National Parks

• Visit a wildlife rehabilitation centre

• Set off on a picturesque tour of the Lowveld and the Blyde River Canyon’s best sights

• Embark on a guided nature walk at Camp Bethel

• Experience a fascinating Nyani cultural village tour

• Enjoy a traditional South African braai (barbecue)

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen accommodation, including one at Sanctuary Mandela, Johannesburg, and six at Camp Bethel, near the Kruger National Park, plus two on the aircraft

• Seven breakfasts, seven lunches and seven dinners

• Included water, coffee, tea, juice, with local beers and wines while at Camp Bethel

• Return flights to Johannesburg, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager and wildlife specialist

a well-deserved lunch will be served in a dry riverbed back at camp.

This afternoon, you’ll have the chance to join the optional boat cruise, which will take in some of the Blyde River Canyon’s most picturesque sights, including the ‘living’ Kadishi Tufa Waterfall.

Snacks and refreshing soft drinks will be available on the tour, adding to the enjoyment of a memorable afternoon.

Day Seven – Included panoramic mountain tour

After a sumptuous breakfast, set out on a stunning panoramic mountain tour of the Drakensberg Mountain Range, taking in the Blyde River Canyon and God’s Window, named for its sweeping panoramic views of the Lowveld and lush forest-clad ravines below.

You’ll make a lunch stop at Graskop, a small town known for pancakes and curio shops, before starting our scenic journey back to camp.

Day Eight – Included morning game drive to Greater Kruger National Park and Nyani cultural village tour, followed by farewell dinner This morning, enjoy a final included game drive into a private game reserve that forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park as you savour every second spent in this unique natural paradise.

Sanctuary Mandela, Johannesburg HHHHH night 2

Located in a quiet residential area, this upscale, boutique hotel is housed in the former home of Nelson Mandela. Beautiful gardens surround the property, and exhibits and artwork pay homage to human rights activists and the former president’s life. Nine uniquely designed plush guestrooms, inspired by different parts of Mandela’s life, have TVs, safes, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. The fine dining restaurant offers a menu centred around Mandela’s favourite dishes, and there’s a sophisticated lounge and bar, and an outdoor swimming pool.

This afternoon, head to the Nyani cultural village on a fascinating excursion, where you’ll learn about the local culture as you watch a performance, featuring music and dance from local tribes.

Return to the camp for your final night in the African bush, where you’ll enjoy a braai – a traditional South African barbecue.

Day Nine – Departure Bid farewell to the staff at Camp Bethel as you transfer to Johannesburg airport for your return flight.

Day 10 – Arrive in the UK Arrive early in the morning after an unforgettable wildlife adventure.

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Camp Bethel, Hoedspruit HHH near Kruger National Park nights 3-8

This family-friendly, tented safari camp features just six canvas-style tents and is located amongst the pristine African bush. From your spacious, well-equipped safari-style tents with private viewing decks, you’ll be surrounded by South Africa’s most astonishing nature and wildlife. Your stay at the Camp Bethel will be allinclusive, which covers all meals as well as water, tea, coffee, soft drinks and local beer and wines.

Blyde River Canyon, South Africa

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Sanctuary Mandela, Johannesburg

13-day escorted tour from £3,775

Kruger Safari & South Mozambique Beach

A blend of thrilling bush adventuring and blissful beach lazing is up for the embracing on this family-friendly escape.

These tours are exclusive to Newmarket Holidays and offer unique features that are not available with any other tour operator in the UK.

Available Sep to Nov 2024, Jan to Jun, Aug to Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly direct (flight upgrades available).

Prices from

• Heathrow £3,775 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Night Game Drive – from £110

• Sunset Cruise & Blyde Dam – from £65 Room for Sole Use from £695

Please note: The order of the itinerary is only a suggestion. At the tour manager’s discretion, activities that are weather dependent may need to be moved around. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Don your khaki gear, but don’t forget your beach kit either, as this tour takes you into the heart of the Kruger National Park, as well the idyllically remote Machangulo Peninsula of Mozambique.

Ample time for safaris, sundowners and all the seaside-centred fun make for the best-balanced holiday. Taking you beyond the trodden tourist path, this special journey showcases South Africa’s culture and highlights the importance of wildlife conservation. Nature-focused experiences by foot, open-air vehicle and boat capture the true beauty of both countries.

You'll first be transferred to a boutique hotel, Nelson Mandela's former home, in a leafy residential area of Johannesburg. Next, the group will journey to a tented safari camp in the heart of the bush.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Venture in search of the ‘Big Five’ as you travel on three open-air game drives throughout the Kruger and Greater Kruger National Parks

• Set off at dusk on an incredible night safari under the ever-changing African sky

• Experience an enlightening wildlife rehabilitation tour and a guided nature walk

• Journey on a spectacular panoramic mountain tour, seeing the Blyde River Canyon’s best sights

• Visit Nyani cultural village and watch a traditional dance performance

• Escape to Mozambique for a few days of beach bliss by the Indian Ocean

• 10 nights’ carefully chosen accommodation, plus two on the aircraft

• 29 meals, including 10 breakfasts, nine lunches and 10 dinners, with included water, coffee, tea, and juice, together with local beers and wines during your stay at Camp Bethel

• Private speedboat transfer and transfers throughout

• Flights to Johannesburg and from Maputo

• Fully escorted by a friendly, knowledgeable tour manager and wildlife specialist in South Africa and a representative at Machangulo Beach Lodge

Time spent here will encompass game drives in search of the 'Big Five', sundowners, a visit to a local wildlife rehabilitation centre, and guided nature walks. There'll also be a chance to join an optional boat cruise along the Blyde River canyon. An included panoramic mountain tour takes in the Drakensburg Mountain Range, and a trip to Nyani cultural village allows you to learn about the local culture while watching a performance in a traditional boma theatre.

Lastly, travel to Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, and spend some days unwinding on the shores of the serene Machangulo Beach Resort.

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Sanctuary Mandela, Johannesburg night 2 Camp Bethel, Hoedspruit nights 3-8 Machangulo Beach Lodge, Mozambique night 9-11

Machangulo Beach Lodge, Mozambique

Sanctuary Mandela, Johannesburg

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The heart of Limpopo’s Karongwe Private Game Reserve will serve as your home for the week, enveloped by nature and based at a luxury tented camp.

Early mornings and late afternoons see you embark on a total of 12 game drives led by seasoned trackers and guides in the mornings and late afternoons. Witness the ‘Big Five’ in their natural habitat as the sun rises and sets over the rugged terrain, with the Drakensberg Mountain range in the distance.

Moments of tranquillity are equally encouraged alongside adventure, with ample time to relax by the swimming pool, which overlooks the Makhutsi River, and enjoy daily afternoon tea and complimentary treatments at the camp’s natureinspired spa. A special dinner under the star-lit sky

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend a week in a luxury tented camp, surrounded by the ‘Big Five’

• Venture on six morning game drives and six late afternoon game drives with an experienced tracker and guide at the helm

• Unwind by the pool overlooking the Makhutsi River or with a complimentary treatment at the spa

• Experience a special dinner in the heart of the bush under the stars

• Listen to an anti-poaching talk with a local specialist and learn about conservation Set off on foot with a guided nature walk, seeing the flora and fauna from a different angle

• Join in on a tree planting activity

• Choose from an assortment of optional activities, including a cooking class, meditative yoga, anti-poaching walk, photography workshop, visit to a wildlife rehabilitation centre, and a helicopter ride

• Seven nights’ full-board four-star accommodation

• Return flights to Johannesburg, with coach travel and transfers throughout Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced local representative and wildlife specialist

promises another moment of bliss amongst the peacefulness of the African bush.

This safari escape also goes beyond observation, with plenty of opportunities for education and enlightenment.

An anti-poaching talk allows you to engage with a local specialist to gain insights into the critical importance of conservation efforts, a guided nature walk means you can appreciate the flora and fauna from a different perspective, and a tree planting activity helps you make a personal, positive environmental contribution.

To further enhance your itinerary, optional activities can be chosen, including learning how to make traditional African dishes and photograph animals, as well as visiting a wildlife rehabilitation centre and nearby local village, and soaring above rivers and valleys in a helicopter.

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Chisomo Safari Camp, Karongwe Private Game Reserve HHHH

Facing the Makhutsi River, a swimming pool is fringed by a sun deck, and there’s a lounge, boma, and bar and dining area, where guests can dine under the stars. The camp is made up of 22 tents that are built on stilts and encompass contemporary décor, mod cons, comfortable beds with linen, mosquito nets, tea/ coffee-making facilities, air conditioning, indoor bathtubs and showers, outdoor showers, and private decks for game-watching.

10-day escorted tour from £2,995

On Safari in South Africa –Karongwe Game Reserve

An immersive wildlife experience centred around animal encounters, conservational education, and opportunities for positive contributions to the environment.

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You’ll be part of a group ranging from 16 to 24 travellers, enabling you to dig deeper and explore off the beaten track.

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• Local Community Excursion – from £35

• Anti-Poaching Walk Excursion – from £99

• Photographic Workshop Excursion – from £95

• Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre Excursion – from £110

• Kruger National Park Game Drive – from £175

• Olifants River Gorge by Helicopter – from £295

• Blyde River Canyon by Helicopter – from £360

• Panorama Route Tour Excursion – from £155

Room for Sole Use from £764

Please note: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to Kenya. Please see page 222 of the brochure for further information.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately six hours.

Children under the age of six are not allowed on the game drives. Baby sitting services and a children’s programme are available (at additional cost and subject to availability).

Elephants, Karongwe Game Reserve

Chisomo Safari Camp, Karongwe

Chisomo Safari Camp, Karongwe

10-day escorted tour from £3,489

On Safari in Victoria Falls

Follow in the footsteps of the explorer David Livingstone as you venture through veils of mist along the paths that fringe the mighty Victoria Falls.

These tours are exclusive to Newmarket Holidays and offer unique features that are not available with any other tour operator in the UK.

Day One – Fly to Victoria Falls Fly from the UK overnight to Victoria Falls.

Day Two – Arrive at Victoria Falls airport You’ll land at Victoria Falls airport, meet your driver and be transferred for about 30 minutes to the beautiful Lokuthala Lodge in the heart of the bush. Unpack and tuck into a tapas-style lunch before exploring the grounds and perhaps musing over a refreshment by the pool.

In the evening, dinner will be served at the lodge’s award-winning restaurant MaKuwa-Kuwa, which looks out over a waterhole, teeming with wildlife.

Day Three – Included Victoria Falls tour with lunch and optional helicopter flight After breakfast, you have an exciting excursion on your itinerary – a tour of Victoria Falls. This resort town is set on the southern bank of the Zambezi River at the western end of the Victoria Falls themselves. Discovered in 1855 by the Scottish missionary and famous explorer David Livingstone, the falls were named after Queen Victoria, and are one of the largest in the world. Your guide will highlight points of interest, and with luck, you’ll catch sight of a rainbow stretching across the steamy veils. Lining the

side of the powerful falls are national parks, brimming with wildlife, including the ‘Big Five’. Stroll along a forested path to soak up the views before enjoying lunch at the Lookout Café, with its unrivalled location on the banks. Those who want to observe the falls from above can join a once-in-a-lifetime optional helicopter flight, ‘The flight of the angels’, where you’ll circuit the national parks, falls, and Zambezi River below. You’ll return later in the day to unwind and have dinner at the on-site restaurant.

Day Four – Included morning game drive in the Zambezi National Park, and boma dinner and show experience Fuel up on breakfast and then go on a game drive in the Zambezi National Park, which is set upstream from Victoria Falls.

Fronted by the mighty Zambezi River, this sprawling spread of savannah and mopane forests is home to an astounding array of wildlife.

As you’re driven deep into the foliage, keep your eyes peeled for elephants, lions, buffalo, leopards, and Zimbabwe’s national animal, the sable. The river will possibly provide sights of hippos, wading through the murky waters or crocodiles lurking below. The park is also a bird lovers’

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• Victoria Falls Helicopter Flight – from £175

• Morning Zambezi National Park Game Drive – from £89

• Evening Zambezi National Park Game Drive – from £89

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Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £49

Please note: The order of the itinerary is only a suggestion. At the tour manager’s discretion, activities that are weather dependent may need to be moved around.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Victoria Falls, Zambia

Zambezi National Park, Zimbabwe

Southern Carmine Bee Eaters, Zimbabwe

Zambezi National Park

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haven given that it has seen the presence of 400 species. After you’ve watched the sunset back at the lodge, with a sundowner in hand, you’ll be led to the boma for a dinner and drum show. While you feast on a four-course dinner of local dishes, some fresh off the barbecue, an energetic dance performance, with drumming and traditional storytelling will take place in front of a roaring fire. Day Five – Included morning Chobe River cruise and Chobe National Park game drive with lunch Once you’ve had breakfast, you’ll switch up the dusty roads for the calm waters of the Chobe River on a morning cruise, which will provide a perfect opportunity to identify wildlife. You’ll then travel in a 4X4 open-air vehicle into Chobe National Park, located in northern Botswana near the Okavango Delta. Here, you’ll be able to spot herds of elephants given it has the largest population in the whole of Africa. Buffalo and lions are also likely to be seen, as well as kudu, waterbuck, and impala, meandering across the banks of the river. The park is a top-notch birdwatching paradise too, with over 450 species Return to the lodge later in the day and enjoy another dinner at the restaurant.

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Lokuthula Lodge, Victoria Falls

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Set off on a tour of the spectacular Victoria Falls and the surrounding area, or view from above with an optional once-in-a-lifetime helicopter ride

• A game drive in the sprawling Zambezi National Park

• Journey across the Zambezi River during a sunset cruise with a drink in hand

• Enjoy a special boma dinner and traditional performance by firelight

• Add optional morning and evening Zambezi National Park game drives to your itinerary

• Venture for the day into Chobe National Park on a game drive and spot elephants from a morning cruise along the Chobe River

• Observe hundreds of vultures feeding at the lodge

• Experience a guided nature walk to the lodge’s bird hide

• Seven nights’ half-board accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Seven breakfasts, three lunches and seven dinners

• Return flights from the UK to Zimbabwe, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Accompanied by friendly and experienced local representative

Day Six – Optional morning Zambezi National Park game drive and included sunset cruise with drinks on Zambezi River This morning, after breakfast, you can choose to take it easy or join an optional game drive in the Zambezi National Park, hopefully ticking any remaining sightings off your list. You’ll have the rest of the day at your leisure to enjoy the scenery from the privacy of your balcony, take advantage of the swimming pool or book a treatment at the spa. A sunset cruise along the Zambezi River is an ideal way to conclude the day, and you’ll board a five-star vessel, with three viewing decks to choose from. Sip on a refreshment while sailing and watch as the sky transforms into a patchwork of pretty colours. In the evening, you’ll be driven back to the hotel for dinner.

Day Seven – Optional morning Zambezi National Park game drive, vulture culture experience, rest of the day at leisure and optional evening Zambezi National Park game drive Arise and have breakfast before deciding if you want to join another optional Zambezi National Park game drive.

At 1pm, you can witness the sight of hundreds of vultures feeding on leftover scraps in front of the lodge. This activity begins with a briefing on

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Scattered across bushland and perched on a plateau looking out over the Zambezi National Park in Victoria Falls, 31 thatched, air-conditioned two/three-bedroom chalets make up this charming lodge. In the centre of the lodge, an outdoor swimming pool, a paddling pool, and a bar, ideal for sundowners, can be found. The Boma area provides an authentic African dining experience under the stars, complete with a live drum and dancing show. Each chalet has a fully-equipped kitchen, a lounge, a terrace for wildlife viewing, and a barbeque area, as well as ceiling fans, safes, mosquito nets and tea/coffeemaking facilities. African-inspired décor features wooden accents, soft cottons, and colourful fabrics.

the deck below the lodge about the ecological importance of vultures and then you’ll be led down to a hide to see them feeding. The rest of the day is free to further explore the quirky town of Victoria Falls at your own pace or you can partake in any of the lodge’s additional activities before dinner. In the evening, it’s also possible to join a final, optional game drive into the Zambezi National Park to see the nocturnal animals in their element.

Day Eight – Morning nature walk to the bird hide, rest of the day at leisure and farewell dinner It’s your last full day in the bush, and you can make the most of it by going on a guided nature walk to the lodge’s bird hide. Embrace an afternoon of free time to enjoy the lodge and the bush setting, and in the evening, join your fellow travellers for a special farewell dinner.

Day Nine – Transfer to airport and overnight flight to the UK Enjoy your final breakfast at the lodge before being transferred to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

Day 10 – Arrive back in UK Today, you’ll touchdown in the UK after your spectacular African adventure.

Elephants, Zambezi National Park

Lions, Zambezi National Park

Lilac-breasted Roller, Zambezi National Park

Lokuthula Lodge, Victoria Falls

Lokuthula Lodge, Victoria Falls

Lokuthula Lodge, Victoria Falls

10-day escorted tour from £3,399

On Safari in South Africa – Luxury Safari Plains

Enjoy touches of luxury as you witness South Africa’s untouched natural beauty on this unique safari experience.

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Curated for a more intimate experience, with groups of 16 to 24, showcasing accommodation selected for its quality, location or unique character, and lighter paced to maximise enjoyment, these tours are the epitome of wish-list dreams.

Day One – Fly to Johannesburg Start your luxury safari holiday with an overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day Two – Travel to Safari Plains and included wildlife talk Meet your driver as you touch down in Johannesburg before travelling north to your luxury tented camp set against the spectacular backdrop of the Waterberg Mountain range. You'll arrive in time for lunch and have the afternoon at leisure to settle in. Perhaps have a dip in the outdoor swimming pool or relax in the comfort of your tent.

Later, you can watch the sunset from your private veranda with unparalleled views of the savannah. This evening, join your fellow guests for an expert-led wildlife talk.

Day Three – Included morning game drive and afternoon at leisure Rise early this morning ahead of your first game drive in Mabula. During this, you can see herds of the region’s antelope moving in the open as they tend to roam around more early in the day to find the best protection from predators. More downtime will follow this afternoon, in between your daily high tea, for you to take in the warm South African sun. Whether you’re relaxing by the poolside

or pampering yourself with a treatment in the world-class spa, there’ll be plenty to help you unwind until dinner.

Day Four – Morning at leisure and included afternoon game drive with sundowners Wake up early and watch the sun rise over the mountains or take advantage of a lazy morning. This afternoon, set out in search of the ‘Big Five’ – the lion, leopard, black rhino, elephant and African buffalo. As you pass through the South African bush, be sure to keep an eye out for the region’s big cats which are known to rest amongst the branches of the native acacia trees! Later, enjoy a true safari tradition with a relaxing sundowner. Watch the sun set over Waterberg with snacks and drinks served in the bush.

Day Five – Morning at leisure and included afternoon game drive Take the morning at your own pace with time at leisure, accompanied by the day’s breakfast, ahead of the third game drive, perhaps having a soak in your tent's sunken bath. On the drive, look closely and you may see one of the region’s smaller, but no less exciting, creatures from the elusive bush babies and vervet monkeys to the humble pangolin and burrowing mongooses. You’ll then join your

Available Apr, Jun, Aug, Nov, Dec 2025 & Jan to Dec 2026

Fly direct (flight upgrades available). Prices from • Heathrow £3,399 (UK connecting flights available, call us for details)

Room for Sole Use from £985

Please note: The order of the itinerary may sometimes vary but the overall content and tour duration in South Africa will always be maintained.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately three hours.

Elephants, Limpopo

Evening Dining, Safari Plains

Zebra, Safari Plains

driver and fellow travellers for an excursion into the UNESCO -listed Waterberg Biosphere. Here, you’ll find an area abundant in flocking zebra, roving antelopes (including the rarer tsessebe), and giraffes.

Day Six – Included morning game drive and evening stargazing experience Another game drive awaits this morning – the perfect time to catch a glimpse of the area’s vibrant birdlife with the endangered Ground Hornbill a particular highlight. Spend the afternoon at leisure, whether that’s taking in Waterberg’s striking landscapes from the comfort of the camp, having a cocktail at the bar or enjoying afternoon tea. Later, reconvene with your tour group this evening for an early dinner and stargazing experience under the unobstructed night sky.

Day Seven – Included morning bush walk and afternoon game drive Head out at sunrise for your next safari experience – this time, by foot. Enjoy the fresh air as you stretch your legs, and take in a different and more intimate perspective of the reserve. Being closer to the ground also allows you to track the paths of animals, including kudu, zebra and maybe even lions that have followed the same path just a few hours before you. This afternoon, head back into the bush for a

Mauritian-inclusive price from £5,845

Luxury Safari Plains with a Mauritian Beach Escape

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy expert insights with the reserve’s resident wildlife specialists during an introductory wildlife talk

• Track the ‘Big Five’ with six game drives in a reserve in the UNESCO -listed Waterberg Biosphere – a malariafree paradise home to diverse local wildlife

• Unwind in the unparalleled luxury of Safari Plain’s fivestar tented camp within the Mabula Game Reserve

• Witness the unspoilt natural beauty of the African savannah and its vast surrounding mountain ranges

• Take part in a South African safari tradition with a relaxing sundowner on the savannah plains

• Reconnect with nature with a stargazing experience, a morning bush walk, and a traditional bush lunch

• Seven nights’ all-inclusive accommodation at the five-star Safari Plains, Limpopo

• Seven breakfasts, seven lunches, seven dinners and seven high teas, drinks served between 12:00 and 22:00 (not including premium brands)

• Return flights to Johannesburg, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager and wildlife specialist

game drive in Mabula. In the evening, have dinner back at the lodge.

Day Eight – Included morning game drive and bush lunch Gaze out on a memorable sunrise over the Waterberg mountains before breakfast and your final full day in the South African bush. This morning will see you set out on your last game drive, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled for any of your wishlist sights as you journey through the Waterberg Biosphere. After this morning’s excursion, you’ll stop at a beautiful spot in the bush to enjoy a delicious traditional lunch. You’ll then return to the camp this afternoon for the final dinner of your safari adventure with your new-found friends.

Day Nine – Morning at leisure and travel to Johannesburg Enjoy your breakfast at the camp and make the most of your final day in South Africa with a morning under your own steam, perhaps relaxing by the pool. You’ll then depart back to Johannesburg for an overnight flight back to the UK.

Day 10 – Return flight to the UK Land back in the UK after your overnight flight, drawing a truly unforgettable luxury safari experience to a close.

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Safari Plains, Limpopo HHHHH

All-Inclusive nights 2-9

Combining five-star comfort with unrivalled views of the diverse wildlife of the Waterberg’s savannah, the Safari Plains camp offers a beautiful space within the bushveld. Situated in the Mabula Private Game Reserve, this camp ensures that you’ll be conveniently placed. Inside the camp’s central buildings, there’s a luxury spa, a curio shop, and a bar and restaurant, which offer allinclusive catering throughout the day. Within the camp’s outdoor areas, guests have full access to an outdoor swimming pool, sun loungers, and decking areas with bonfire pits. Accommodation is within air-conditioned tents pitched across sturdy timber frames, each with private wraparound decks, luxurious interiors, tea/coffeemaking facilities, mini-bars, and mosquito netting. More intimate and closer to nature than lodge camping, these tents benefit from unparalleled views over the untouched beauty of Waterberg’s savannah landscapes while still offering modern luxuries such as free Wi-Fi connection.

After staying at the Luxury Safari Plains, why not travel to idyllic Mauritius for a seven-night beach-front stay at the five-star Long Beach Resort?

Safari Plains, Limpopo HHHHH

All-Inclusive nights 2-6

Days One to Six are mainly reflected in the itinerary above and subject to minor changes. On Day Seven, the tour will travel to Mauritius.

Please see our website for the full details.

Long Beach Resort, Mauritius HHHHH

All-Inclusive nights 7-13

Ringed by tropical gardens and set on the whitesand beach of Belle Mare, this sophisticated resort looks out over an unspoilt coral reef. There are four outdoor swimming pools (one has a swim-

up bar), a gym, a dive centre, a beauty parlour, and a luxury spa with a traditional hammam. Dining options include five restaurants serving a range of cuisines, as well as two bars. Also on offer is an expansive activity list with kayaking, fitness classes, tennis, archery, and badminton. A summary of your Mauritius itinerary

These days offer a mix of relaxation and exploration, with optional excursions like the Northern Highlights tour visiting landmarks such as the Royal Botanic Gardens and Cap Malheureux, or the 'Wonders of the South' winery tour. You can also opt for a 'Tale of Four Islands' speedboat excursion or delve into Mauritius' history on a nature and history tour. Enjoy leisure time at the resort or join a coastal walk in a private nature reserve before concluding your journey with a morning at leisure and a flight back to Johannesburg.

Safari Plains Suite, Limpopo

Impala and Red-billed Oxpeckers, Limpopo Meerkats, Limpopo

12-day escorted tour from £2,995

Cape Town, the Garden Route & Big Five Safari

Experience one of the world’s most beautiful cities, some startling scenery, and the giants of the animal kingdom.

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These hugely popular tours, enjoyed by countless happy customers over the years, have truly stood the test of time.

Day Two – Transfer to Hermanus Upon arrival in Cape Town, board your coach and journey east to Hermanus, a famous whalewatching centre and year-round seaside resort (departures between September and November will include a whale-watching cruise). En route to Hermanus, you’ll call at Stony Point, home to a unique colony of African penguins. Tonight, enjoy an included dinner at La Pentola, close to your hotel.

Day Three – Included game drive at the Garden Route Game Lodge This morning you’ll journey to the Garden Route Game Lodge, in the heart of a privately operated reserve, where you’ll spend the next two nights. During your stay here, in the shadow of the Langeberg mountains, you’ll enjoy all the wonders of safari game drives to see the 'Big Five' (lions, rhino, elephants, leopards and buffalo) while staying in comfortable lodges and enjoying typical African dinners looking out over the reserve. This afternoon, embark on your first game drive, then perhaps enjoy a sun-downer beside the authentic boma (camp fire) before dinner.

Day Four – Two included game drives A second day at the lodge begins with a prebreakfast game drive. Enjoy some free time for a siesta, perhaps by the pool, before setting off on a second evening game drive and enjoying another memorable dinner under the stars.

Day Five – Included morning game drive and visit to the Cango Caves and the Little Karoo Enjoy a last early morning game drive before travelling to Oudtshoorn, the 'ostrich capital of the world', in the heart of the Little Karoo plain. The world’s strangest, largest and often mostvaluable bird has been farmed here for 130 years – first for its plumage, and more recently for its high-protein, low-cholesterol meat. Enjoy a taste at your barbecue lunch, before visiting the world-renowned Cango Caves, with their caverns of stalactites and stalagmites, before transferring to Mossel Bay for a two-night stay.

Day Six – Included Knysna Lagoon cruise and visit to the Garden of Eden This morning, you'll travel to coastal Knysna for a cruise on the beautiful lagoon, which hugs the edge of the fascinating Featherbed Nature Reserve. After the cruise, you’ll travel in a 4x4 up to the headland for some spectacular views,

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Please note: The order of the itinerary may sometimes vary but the overall content and tour duration in South Africa will always be maintained.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately two hours.

Cape Town, South Africa

Day One – Fly to Cape Town Fly from the UK to Cape Town.

Mossel Bay, South Africa

Elephants, The Garden Route Game Lodge ESCORTED TOUR

listening as your expert guide tells you about the local history, flora and fauna. A buffet lunch will be served at an outdoor restaurant under a picturesque canopy of milkwood trees.

After some free time to explore Knysna’s charming waterfront, enjoy a guided walk around the Garden of Eden in the Harkerville Forest. Tonight, you’ll enjoy a traditional South African barbecue.

Day Seven – Included Winelands tour and visit to Franschhoek Head west into the verdant Cape Winelands region and to wine-producing Franschhoek for lunch (own account) and a wine tasting in the fabled Franschhoek Wine Valley, before continuing to Stellenbosch, deep in the heart of this scenic landscape.

With its oak trees and picturesque, Europeanstyle Cape Dutch houses, Stellenbosch is a delightful place to spend a night.

Day Eight – Included Stellenbosch and wineries tour Enjoy a guided introduction to historic Stellenbosch, followed by a glass of bubbly and some local nougat. Lunch will be included in a wine estate.

This afternoon, you’ll journey to Cape Town where you will spend the next three nights. The

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy four game drives in search of the ‘Big Five’

• Ride Table Mountain’s rotating cable car

• Stay in the privately owned Garden Route Game Lodge

• Tour the beautiful Cape Peninsula

• Visit whale-watching town of Hermanus

• Discover South Africa’s Cape Winelands and beautiful Western Cape

• Go wine tasting on a Franschhoek estate

• See the Cango Caves and visit an ostrich farm

• Journey to Knysna on the Garden Route

• Take a cruise across Knysna Lagoon

• Tour Stellenbosch with an included bubbly and nougat experience

• Experience a spectacular whale-watching cruise (Sep to Nov departures only)

• Nine nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Three lunches and four dinners

• Return flights to Cape Town (on selected dates the flight will be indirect), with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure to start to explore the 'Mother City', with its renowned waterfront and cultural landmarks such as the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or vibrant Bo Kaap.

Day Nine – Included Cape Town city tour and Table Mountain Meet your tour manager for an orientation tour of the city. You’ll see historic landmarks like the Castle of Good Hope, the House of Parliament, and the leafy Company’s Gardens. You’ll also enjoy a stroll past the colourful Bo Kaap colonial district and, weather permitting, ascend Table Mountain in a rotating cable car that offers a 360-degree panorama as it climbs to the 1000-metre high summit. You'll return to the hotel in time for lunch. After the tour, you’re free to relax in one of the world’s most stunningly located cities. Why not take a stroll along the redeveloped Victoria and Alfred waterfront or catch a boat to infamous Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned?

Day 10 – Included Cape Peninsula tour and visit to Kirstenbosch Gardens Enjoy a fascinating full-day tour on which you’ll visit Cape Point, where the Atlantic meets the Indian Ocean, Kirstenbosch, famous for its botanical gardens,

Marine Hotel, Hermanus night 2

Perched on top of the cliffs overlooking Walker Bay, this hotel has guestrooms with magnificent views of the sea and the mountains or the beautiful courtyard and gardens.

Garden Route Game Lodge, Albertinia nights 3-4

You’ll find a host of wildlife, including the 'Big Five' at this private game reserve. The guestrooms are air conditioned and have either a balcony or patio.

Diaz Hotel & Resort, Mossel Bay nights 5-6

Surrounded by pristine seafront coves, this hotel offers exceptional views of Mossel Bay and is within a stone’s throw of the harbour town’s centre. Guestrooms come equipped with comfortable double beds and balconies.

Hout Bay, and – weather-permitting – breathtakingly scenic Chapman’s Peak Drive.

Day 11 – Free time and return flight Spend the morning at leisure before transferring to the airport for your overnight flight home via Johannesburg. Day 12 – Arrive in the UK Spend the morning at leisure before transferring to the airport for your overnight flight home.

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Please note: On selected departures, you'll stay at the Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna instead.

De Zalze Lodge Hotel, Stellenbosch night 7

This hotel has a pool, a restaurant and a bar, and the guestrooms have a TV and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Please note: On selected departures, you'll stay at the Stellenbosch Hotel, Stellenbosch.

Bantry Bay Suite Hotel, Cape Town nights 8-10

This boutique hotel is situated in a prime seafront location. It has two restaurants, and offers comfortable, airy accommodation in spacious suites with kitchenettes.

Please note: On selected departures, you'll stay at the Park Inn, Foreshore.

Stellenbosch Vineyards, South Africa

Male Lion, South Africa Knysna, South Africa

Garden Route Game Lodge, Albertinia

De Zalze Lodge Hotel, Stellenbosch

17-day escorted tour from £3,845

Classic South African Adventure

An all-encompassing South African encounter, illuminating everything from the country’s epic wilderness to its enrapturing coastline.

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These hugely popular tours, enjoyed by countless happy customers over the years, have truly stood the test of time.

Day One – Fly overnight to South Africa Fly overnight to Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest and most vibrant city.

Day Two – Arrival and included cultural evening You’ll arrive in Johannesburg, ready to kick off your African adventure. A transfer will then drive you to the Lesedi Cultural Village. This evening, after a gastronomic feast of African dishes under the star-speckled sky, you’ll receive the warmest welcome by your Lesedi hosts, Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho, and Ndebele tribes people.

Day Three – Included visit to the Cradle of Humankind and the Apartheid Museum After a leisurely breakfast, you’ll travel to the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. You can wander around this award-winning, world-class visitor centre, showcasing the development of humans and our ancestors over the past few million years. You'll get to see stone tools and fossils, and learn about how humankind was born on a selfguided, interactive tour. Later, you'll pay a visit to Johannesburg’s moving Apartheid Museum.

Day Four – Transfer to the lodge in the Lowveld of Mpumalanga and optional afternoon Kruger National Park game drive

Rise early, tuck into breakfast and bid farewell to your friendly hosts at Lesedi. The tour will then set off to a safari lodge in Mpumalanga, bordered by the vast Kruger National Park. Those who are eager to get out there can go for an optional game drive into the Kruger National Park in the afternoon.

Day Five – Included full-day guided tour and drive along the Panorama Route Fuel up with a hearty breakfast and pack a charged camera as today you’ll be venturing along the spectacular Panorama Route, overlooking the Blyde River Canyon.

Day Six – Included game drive in the Kruger National Park You’ll arise early, with a breakfast pack in hand, and be transferred to Kruger Gate of the Kruger National Park. Once here, you’ll be met by your friendly, knowledgeable ranger and an open-air 4X4 vehicle and then set off into the park for a full-day game drive.

Day Seven – Scenic journey to Eswatini Today, you’re in for a longer journey, but there will be lots to see along the way. En route, you’ll stop over at a collection of curio shops, and then continue into KwaZulu Natal to your delightful hotel in the countryside. Take a stroll around

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Please note: The order of the itinerary may sometimes vary but the overall content and tour duration in South Africa will always be maintained.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Blyde River Canyon

Lesotho

Stellenbosch

Kruger National Park

Lion, Kruger National Park

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, South Africa

Safari Drive, Kruger National Park

the lovely gardens, brimming with sun birds and paradise catchers before enjoying dinner at your leisure tonight.

Day Eight – Drive from Eswatini to KwaZulu Natal The tour is back on the road again after breakfast for a visit to the Zulu battlefields area. You’ll stop for lunch and arrive at your next lodge.

Day Nine – Included visit to battlefields of KwaZulu Natal After an early breakfast, you’ll visit the nearby battlefields of KwaZulu Natal, with lunch packs provided. Here, you’ll be met by a specialist battlefields guide who’ll introduce you to the tumultuous history of the Zulu wars.

Day 10 – Fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth Another early start this morning sees you return to Johannesburg airport and fly south to bustling, friendly Port Elizabeth.

Upon arrival, you’ll meet your tour manager for the next few days and transfer to your overnight hotel.

Day 11 – Travel along the Garden Route and optional Featherbed Eco experience Port Elizabeth is the gateway to the Garden Route, which you’ll experience today. This incredibly picturesque drive will take three hours in total, concluding in the seaside town of Knysna. You

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Spend two nights in Lesedi Cultural Village

• Survey the Cradle of Humankind and the Apartheid Museum

• Experience a scenic drive along the Panorama Route

• Enjoy a full-day game drive in search of the ‘Big Five’ in the Kruger National Park

• Learn about the battlefields of KwaZulu Natal with an expert historian

• Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

• View the Cango Caves and visit an ostrich farm

• Opt for a cruise into Knysna’s Featherbed Nature Reserve

• Stay and sip on local labels in the heart of the Winelands

• Journey around the Cape Peninsula

• 14 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Two lunches and five dinners

• Outbound flight to Johannesburg, an internal flight between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth, and returning from Cape Town via Johannesburg, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

can choose to take an optional cruise here, crossing the lagoon to the Featherbed Nature Reserve, riding a tractor around the reserve, and then stopping for lunch in the milkwood forest.

Day 12 – Included visit to the Cango Caves, heritage guided tour and ostrich farm Oudtshoorn, ‘the ostrich capital’ of the world, is on your agenda today. However, you’ll start by visiting the world-renowned Cango Caves, with their stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years.

Day 13 – Travel to Cape Town and included visit to the Cape Winelands You’ll get your first taste of this sublime province with a tour of the verdant Cape Winelands region. Late afternoon, continue to Cape Town, and weather permitting, ascent to the summit of Table Mountain in a cable car. Alternatively, you can visit the mountain on day 14.

Day 14 – Included Cape Peninsula guided tour Today, the tour will travel along one of the world’s most dramatic coastal roads, Chapman’s Peak Drive, towards the Cape Point Peninsula. An included lunch stop will take place in Simon’s Town. On the drive home, you’ll have the chance to amble around Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

Lesedi Cultural Village, near Johannesburg nights 2-3

In the heart of the bushveld, the village offers a restaurant, bar and beautifully decorated guestooms.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Kruger Gate, Kruger National Park nights 4-6

A lodge-style hotel looking out over the Sabie River, surrounded by woodland, and interconnected by walkways.

Foresters Arms, Eswatini night 7

Enclosed by the countryside, and ideally located between the Kruger National Park and KwaZulu Natal.

Grey Goose Game Lodge, Newcastle nights 8-9

This family-owned lodge is close to the city of Newcastle and set on a game farm.

Day 15 – Day at leisure Enjoy a free day, perhaps visiting Robben Island, the ‘former’ home of Nelson Mandela. You can set off to this World Heritage Site early in the morning and experience a tour around three and a half hours. Travelling via ferry, you’ll arrive at the island for a 45-minute bus ride and then visit the prison museum.

Day 16 – Afternoon transfer to the airport Make the most of your last day before transferring this afternoon to the airport for the return overnight flight.

Day 17 – Arrive back in the UK Arrive back in the UK after an enlightening South African experience.

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The Kelway Hotel, Port Elizabeth night 10

A timber built-structure houses Kelway Hotel, which is just a three-minute walk from the beach.

Diaz Hotel & Resort, Mossel Bay nights 11-12

Positioned along a beach on the Indian Ocean, this hotel features indoor and outdoor pools, and has direct beach access.

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Aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites, Cape Town nights 13-15

A glass-lined café and cocktail bar looks out over the canal and a rooftop pool is backed by Table Mountain.

Lesedi Cultural Village, Johannesburg

Protea Hotel by Marriott Kruger Gate, Kruger

Knysna, Garden Route, South Africa

Winelands, South Africa

Traditional Drums, Lesedi Cultural Village

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On Safari in Botswana – Chobe National Park

Seekers of a unique safari will welcome this small-group heritage stay set on the banks of Chobe River, which flows into the famous Victoria Falls, with abundant wildlife spotting opportunities by land and water.

Small-Group

ESCORTED TOUR

You’ll be part of a group ranging from 16 to 24 travellers, enabling you to dig deeper and explore off the beaten track.

Day One – Fly to Zimbabwe Board your overnight flight to Zimbabwe in southern Africa.

Day Two – Arrive in Victoria Falls and included sunset cruise Late this morning, you’ll land at Victoria Falls airport in Zimbabwe and be transferred to Chobe Safari Lodge, positioned on the banks of the Chobe River and close to the famed Chobe National Park, Botswana’s first reserve. This park is named after its river that lines the northern Kalahari Desert, guaranteeing a high game density and excellent wildlife spotting opportunities. You can settle into your room, perhaps enjoying a first lunch with a view of the river (on your own account) and a dip in the swimming pool. In the evening, you’ll board a double-decker boat and cruise along the Chobe River as the sun begins to set. You can sip on an iced beverage and tuck into some snacks as large herds of buffalo and hippos play in the waters below before your first dinner, perhaps under the stars.

Day Three – Included morning game drive and afternoon at leisure Rise early this morning and head out on your first morning game drive deep in the Chobe National Park. With an expert ranger at the helm, you’ll learn about the

park’s unique ecosystems and seek out animals like elusive painted dogs or pride of lions before pausing for a coffee and rusk break underneath the trees. You’ll then return to the lodge for breakfast and the rest of the morning will be free to relax. Choose to venture over to Impalila Island, in neighbouring Namibia, on a short boat ride across the Chobe River with a local resident and experience a tour of an authentic village. Dinner will be served back at the lodge, with the option to dine near the bush.

Day Four – Optional morning activity and included afternoon game drive Watch as the sun rises on the deck this morning before breakfast or join the other travellers for a morning activity at the lodge. A photographic boat cruise allows you to take snaps of the wildlife on the banks using your own camera equipment. Under the guidance of a knowledgeable expert, you’ll be taken to the perfect spots to capture nature at its most beautiful. The specialised photography boat is custom-designed with 360-degree revolving chairs and adjustable gimble rig swivels, meaning there will be no obstructions. After you’ve enjoyed lunch at your leisure, perhaps at the lodge or in the nearby town of Kasane, you’ll

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Please note: The order of the itinerary may sometimes vary but the overall content and tour duration in South Africa will always be maintained.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately two hours.

Hippo, Chobe National Park

Chobe Safari Lodge, Botswana Chobe National Park, Botswana

Zimbabwe

Botswana

Angola Zambia

Kasana Chobe National Park

Victoria Falls

head out on an afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge for dinner this evening, at a location for your choosing.

Day Five – Included river cruise and optional activity Another early morning start sees you board a cruise on the Chobe River to explore the elephant capital and navigate the many waterways, home to hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and various bird species, like African fish eagles, kingfishers, and storks. As you make your way, your guide will point out the inhabitants showcased by the soft lighting. Back at the lodge, you’ll have breakfast and a free morning to unwind, perhaps with a spa treatment. Alternatively, you can choose an optional excursion like catching tigerfish on the river. Whether you’re an amateur angler or a fishing pro, this activity with a professional guide takes you to some of the favoured local fishing holes and feeding spots, where these predator fish frequent. Enjoy dinner, perhaps at the lodge’s main restaurant.

Day Six – Included visit to Victoria Falls town Watch the sunrise from the deck, have breakfast and travel to the nearby borders of Zimbabwe for a day out in the town of Victoria Falls. Named after

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Embrace the comfort and service of a timeless safari lodge set right on the banks of the Chobe River

• Experience morning and afternoon game drives in the Chobe National Park

• Set off on a sunset cruise down the Chobe River aboard a double-decker boat with a drink in hand

• Spot a wealth of wildlife and birdlife during a peaceful morning cruise along the Chobe River

• Choose from an assortment of optional activities like a guided fishing excursion, a photography boat cruise, a visit to a Namibian village, and a visit to Kazungula Bridge

• Discover the charming town of Victoria Falls and its famous, imposing natural spectacle of the same name, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders)

• Seven nights’ half-board accommodation at the four-star Chobe Safari Lodge, Zimbabwe, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Return flights to Zimbabwe , with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager and wildlife specialist

one of the largest and most famous waterfalls in the world, Victoria Falls is a major tourist hub with an assortment of restaurants, shops, and activities for visitors. You’ll have the morning and afternoon free to wander around at your own pace, perhaps hiring a local guide to follow in the footsteps of the explorer, David Livingstone, who was the first European to see the falls in 1855. Packing a raincoat or waterproof poncho is highly recommended! You can meander along the trails fringing the falls and pause at the incredible viewpoints to take photographs and experience the powerful sounds and massive sprays up close. Lunch can be enjoyed on your own account in the town and a coach will collect you in the late afternoon to take you back to the lodge for dinner.

Day Seven – Optional boat cruise tour to Kazungula Bridge and included afternoon game drive Sip on a coffee while on the deck and eat breakfast this morning. You can then choose to head to Kazungula Bridge, which connects Botswana and Zambia. This is the only place in the world where the corners of four nations come together (Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and Botswana) and the two mighty rivers become one (Zambezi and Chobe River). After lunch in the afternoon, you’ll head out on a game drive as

Chobe Safari Lodge, Botswana HHHH

Positioned on the banks of the Chobe River and just a 10-minute walk from the wildlife-rich Chobe National Park, this thatched resort dates back to 1959 and promises an authentic safari getaway with a beautiful backdrop. The property is built around a palm-thatched open-air restaurant with a shaded terrace that looks out over the river. Guests can enjoy sundowners and post-dinner drinks at one of the two bars. There’s also an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by loungers, a souvenir shop, and a spa specialising in indigenous African ingredients. A range of activities are available at the lodge, including game drives, fishing trips, and river cruises.

dusk falls across the park and an abundance of wildlife emerges from the wilderness in the cooler temperature. With game viewing complete, you’ll reach a scenic viewpoint and celebrate another day of a successful safari with a sundowner in the heart of the bush. Return to the lodge for dinner, with the opportunity to dine under the open sky.

Day Eight – Included morning game drive, afternoon at leisure and farewell dinner cruise Begin the day with a morning game drive, hopefully seeking out any of the animals left on your wish-list or more of the elephant population. Take a break for coffee and rusks under the trees while listening to the birds then head back to the lodge for breakfast and a free morning, perhaps spent by the swimming pool. Tonight, a final farewell dinner cruise along the Chobe River will be enjoyed with your new-found friends.

Day Nine – Morning at leisure and flight back to the UK It’s your last morning, and you can choose to take advantage of it by partaking in an early morning activity at the lodge. You’ll then be transferred to the Victoria Falls airport in the late afternoon.

Day 10 – Arrive back in the UK Touch back down in the UK.

Elephants, Chobe National Park

Giant Kingfisher, Chobe National Park Leopard, Chobe National Park

Chobe Safari Lodge, Botswana

Chobe Safari Lodge, Botswana

Chobe Safari Lodge, Botswana

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Great Safaris of Tanzania & Zanzibar Beach

Tanzania’s vibrant natural world takes centre stage on a safari and beach adventure like no other.

Small-Group

You’ll be part of a group ranging from 16 to 24 travellers, enabling you to dig deeper and explore off the beaten track.

Day One – Fly to Tanzania Start your safari adventure with an overnight flight from the UK to Arusha.

Day Two – Travel to Lake Manyara Touch down in Tanzania, home to safari hotspots and coastal gems on the Indian Ocean. Upon arrival, you’ll be met by your friendly guide who’ll provide you with a packed lunch. You’ll then transfer, in the comfort of a 4x4, to Lake Manyara and settle into your hotel for dinner.

Day Three – Included morning game drive in Lake Manyara Set off on a morning game drive through the Lake Manyara National Park. Having been used for sport hunting up to 1920, this national park is now a protected environment and vital to the conservation of many of its resident species. From tree-climbing lions to the flamingos and hippos that dwell in the shallows around the park’s watering holes, wildlife is front and centre in Lake Manyara. Take a break from your safari experience at midday for a packed lunch in the Tanzanian bush. After coming face-to-face with Lake Manyara’s vibrant ecosystems, your morning’s drive will continue deep into the northern Tanzanian savannah to the iconic Serengeti

National Park. Known around the world as a safari mecca, home to the 'Big Five' and the staging ground of the Great Migration, there’ll be no shortage of thrilling wildlife encounters as you make your way to your next camp, the fivestar Serengeti Explorer Lodge. Boasting luxury accommodation as well as spa treatments, an infinity swimming pool and fitness suites, this is a safari retreat like no other. Refresh yourself in the comfort of your new surroundings before heading down to your choice of the hotel’s restaurants for dinner.

Day Four– Included morning and afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park After a relaxing night and early wake-up call, you’ll join your guide on a game drive through the Serengeti National Park, a popular route of the Great Migration. This annual event regularly sees over one million newly calved wildebeest, gazelles and zebra traverse the Serengeti’s savannah terrain in search of water and grazing areas. Outside of the summer months, and the Great Migration, the Serengeti is certainly not short of dramatic sights to behold either. From searching for the 'Big Five' – the African lion, leopard, black rhino, African elephant and Cape buffalo – to witnessing East Africa’s famous

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The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately three hours.

Leopard, Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

big cats in their natural environment, the region promises thrilling wildlife encounters across its savannah landscapes year-round. This evening, retire to your safari lodge for dinner under the Tanzanian sky with your fellow guests.

Day Five – Game drive en route and stop at the Olduvai Gorge prehistoric site Enjoy breakfast at your hotel this morning before checking out and enjoying a game drive en route to your next hotel in Karatu. As you traverse Serengeti National Park, keep your eyes peeled for some of the most impressive wildlife known to man in their natural habitats with the endangered Black Rhino and other ‘Big Five’ species known to inhabit the area. You’ll also have the chance to refuel on the move with packed lunches provided. As you make your way through Karatu, follow in the footsteps of some of history’s most well-known archaeologists and come upon the ‘cradle of mankind’ in the Olduvai Valley. Renowned as one of the most important prehistoric sites across the face of the globe, the Olduvai Valley invites guests to explore the origins of human life and discover some of the best-preserved evidence of early civilisation. Arriving at your next lodge in the late afternoon, why not treat yourself to a relaxing sundowner under the setting sun before dinner?

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover the spectacular Lake Manyara

• Delve into the African wilderness with game drives in Serengeti National Park

• For departures from July through to September, witness the Great Migration

• Explore the ‘Cradle of Mankind’ with visits to worldrenowned archaeological sites in the Olduvai Gorge

• Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCOlisted caldera

• Unwind on the white-sand beaches of picturesque Zanzibar, a jewel on the Indian Ocean

• Nine nights carefully chosen bed & breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Nine lunches, and nine dinners

• All-inclusive package at your four-star Zanzibar resort with open bar service from 10am to 11pm on selected drinks

• Travel by comfortable 4x4 safari vehicles, and transfers throughout

• Return flights to Arusha and internal flight to Zanzibar

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Six – Included visit to the Ngorongoro Crater and Great Rift Valley Ready yourself for the morning’s activities with breakfast at the hotel as you prepare to venture into some of Tanzania’s most renowned landscapes. Join your expert local guide for a drive through part of the Great Rift Valley, which stretches over 4,000 miles, from Lebanon to Mozambique. Enjoy a packed lunch on the move, immersed in the region’s natural beauty, as you make your way towards the Ngorongoro Conservation area - a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with diverse and colourful ecosystems. The day’s focus, however, lies in the region’s namesake, the Ngorongoro Crater. This striking volcanic caldera, amongst the largest of its kind, boasts picturesque natural environments from dense forests to savannah plains. After an exciting outing, you’ll ascend and drive back to your lodge arriving before sunset for dinner.

Day Seven – Fly to Zanzibar Following a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, and with a packed lunch at the ready, you'll be heading to Arusha’s airport for your short flight to Zanzibar - one of the jewels of the Indian Ocean. After landing, you’ll enjoy a scenic drive through the heart of the island, taking in traditional island villages nestled amongst swaying palms and makuti (a traditional African

Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, Manyara night 2

Set on the outskirts of Lake Manyara National Park, this hotel offers cliff-side views of the titular lake below. Guestrooms are in traditional circular buildings with conical thatched roofs, dressed in Masai décor.

Serengeti Explorer by Elewana, Serengeti night 3-4

A ‘safari lodge re-imagined’ and a truly unique sanctuary within the Serengeti National Park. Stylishly decorated and boasting five-star service, this hotel ensures that luxury is front and centre during your stay. Spa treatments, an infinity swimming pool and fitness suites are available, as well as a private yoga deck.

style of roofing using dried coconut leaves) thatched buildings. Upon arrival on Zanzibar’s east coast, take your time settling into your base for the next four nights. Your resort, famed for its hospitality, offers luxury spa and pool facilities, and sits within touching distance of pristine white sand beaches. Perhaps, enjoy some time to explore the grounds before dinner is served.

Days Eight – 10 – Days at leisure Enjoy the final three days of your tour on Zanzibar’s beachfront You’ll have plenty of ways to spend your time available to you with an optional daily activity programme provided by the hotel’s staff. From kayaking on the Indian Ocean and an on-site diving pool to the resort’s African-inspired wellness centre – which boasts four treatment rooms, two Jacuzzis, a steam room, a sauna, and a fitness centre – you'll be spoilt for choice. You can also immerse yourself in Zanzibar’s culture, if you’d prefer, with visits to the neighbouring palm-studded coastal towns, Kiwenga and Pwani Mchanga.

Day 11 – Return flight to UK Share unforgettable memories over breakfast, as you draw your safari and coastal escape to a close with your return flight to the UK.

Acacia Farm Lodge, Karatu night 5-6

This charming countryside guesthouse is positioned on the edge of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, overlooking the Karatu farmlands. Delightful cottages have private balconies or terraces, with beautiful views, tea/coffee-making facilities, air conditioning, mini-bars, and free Wi-Fi.

Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa, Zanzibar night 7-10

A tranquil resort ringed by a tropical garden and positioned on a white sandy beach. A wealth of amenities is on offer with three restaurants to choose from, two bars, an African-inspired spa, a fitness centre, and a dive centre.

Beach Front, Zanzibar

Lion, Serengeti National Park

Traditional Masks, Zanzibar

Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa, Zanzibar

Serengeti Explorer by Elewana, Serengeti

9-day escorted tour from £3,975

Kenya Grand Safari

Enjoy unforgettable close-up encounters with wildlife, the scenic wonders of the forested highlands and the teeming plains of the Maasai Mara.

Small-Group

ESCORTED TOUR

You’ll be part of a group ranging from 16 to 24 travellers, enabling you to dig deeper and explore off the beaten track.

Lake Nakuru

National Park

Lake

Naivasha

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Tanzania

Samburu National Reserve

Aberdare National Park

Nairobi

Day One – Travel to Kenya Fly overnight from the UK to Nairobi.

Day Two – Travel to Aberdare National

Park Upon arrival, meet your driver and head north in your safari vehicle, passing Thika, with its acres of ripening pineapples, and climb through the forested hills and on to the Aberdare National Park.

Relax and unwind this afternoon at this unique place and enjoy the magical sight of the animals that come to the floodlit waterhole each night.

Day Three – Journey to Samburu National Reserve and included game drive After breakfast, begin the drive to Samburu National Reserve, perhaps catching a glimpse of Mount Kenya, often shrouded in cloud. Journey into the high plain, with its grasslands dotted with market towns, cross the equator and take in the panorama of the Laikipia plateau, before dropping down onto the arid lowlands for a twonight stay in the Samburu National Reserve.

On the banks of the Ewaso Ny’iro River, rugged Samburu is one of Kenya’s most peaceful and beautiful locations, home to elephant, cheetah, leopard, crocodile, reticulated giraffe, the long-eared Grevy’s

zebra, blue-legged Somali ostrich and the ‘giraffe-necked’ gerenuk gazelle.

After lunch, join your guide for the first included game drive. Return to the lodge for, no doubt, a sundowner, followed by dinner.

Day Four – Included game drives in Samburu Today is spent in the reserve. Choose morning and afternoon drives, returning for lunch, or spend the full day out, taking a packed lunch, before enjoying a second evening at Samburu.

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Day Five – Drive through the Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park and game drive Journey via Kenya’s highest town Nyahururu (formerly Thompson’s Falls, named for the

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Please note: E-visas are required by British Citizens travelling to Kenya. Please see page 222 of the brochure for further information.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately four hours.

Elephant, Samburu National Park

Cheetahs, Samburu National Reserve

Grey Crowned Crane, Kenya

nearby waterfall), and enjoy lunch at the Thomson Falls Lodge before descending into the Rift Valley.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive en-route to Lake Nakuru National Park, a popular grazing ground for black and white rhino, Rothschild giraffe, buffalo, several gazelles and leopards.

The lake is also a paradise for birdwatchers, with flamingos and pelicans, as well as fish eagles and herons amongst countless others.

Enjoy dinner and overnight in the Lake Nakuru Lodge.

Day Six – Drive through the Rift Valley to the Maasai Mara Continue south, pausing at spectacular, freshwater Lake Naivasha, one-time home of Born Free author, Joy Adamson.

Board a boat to cruise on the lake’s waters, home to wallowing hippos, and spot countless bird species as well as giraffe, zebra, waterbuck and wildebeest along the shore.

By early afternoon, you'll have entered the Maasai Mara, perhaps the world’s most famous protected game reserve, the scene each year of the annual wildebeest migration and, thanks to a rigid conservation programme, a place where game might be seen in numbers little diminished

your hotels

The Ark Lodge, Aberdare National Park night 2

This unique lodge overlooks a large watering hole.

Samburu Sopa Lodge,

Samburu National Reserve nights 3-4

Featuring a bar, a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Lake Nakuru Lodge, Lake Nakuru National Park night 5

Eco-friendly lodge with a pool, bar and entertainment. Keekorok Lodge,

Maasai Mara National Reserve nights 6-7

Bungalows overlooking a watering hole.

Fairmont Norfolk Hotel, Nairobi night 8

Offering a pool, restaurants, a bar and a tea room.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Enjoy three game drives in the Samburu National Reserve

• Visit historic Nyahururu – formerly ‘Thompson Falls’

• Journey through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park – a giraffe and rhino sanctuary

• Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha

• Visit a nearby Maasai village

• Spend two nights – and enjoy three game drives –in the famed Maasai Mara National Reserve, home to the 'Big Five'

• Stay overnight in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

• Six lunches and seven dinners

• A farewell dinner in Nairobi

• Return flights to Nairobi, travel and transfers by 4x4 safari vehicles throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager and wildlife specialist

from the pre-hunting days of the 19th and early 20th centuries.

For viewing giraffe, zebra, hippo, buffalo, elephant, ostrich, as well as lion, cheetah and leopard, the ‘Mara’ is an unparalleled corner of Africa, and your two-night stay here should provide incredible memories. Enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to your lodge.

Day Seven – Included game drives in the Maasai Mara Enjoy a last full day of game drives, whether you choose morning and afternoon safaris or spend all day in the reserve. During the day, you’ll visit a Maasai village, and have the opportunity not only to buy a locally produced souvenir of your stay, but perhaps also to engage in conversation with the villagers.

Enjoy a last dinner at the lodge.

Day Eight – Travel back to Nairobi and visit to Giraffe Centre Make the journey up out of the Rift Valley back to Nairobi for a short visit to the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife, an engaging Giraffe Centre, with rare and protected Rothschild giraffes.

Your last night’s stay in Kenya is in the sumptuous five-star surroundings of the Fairmont Norfolk

Hotel, an historic Nairobi hotel where you’ll enjoy a farewell dinner.

Day Nine – Travel to the UK or the Kenyan coast If you haven't opted for a Mombasa beach four- or seven-night extension, you'll have an early breakfast and head back to the UK. Those staying for longer will fly south-east to the Kenyan coast and the beach-front Voyager Resort Hotel.

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Day 10-15 – Relax by the beach During these days, you can take advantage of your all-inclusive accommodation right on the edge of the Indian Ocean. Your resort hotel boasts an infinity pool overlooking the blue waters of the ocean, comfortable guestrooms, three restaurants and bars, and a programme of optional activities (especially on the water) for you to book if you choose.

Day 16 – Travel back to the UK After an early breakfast, you'll return to Jomo Kenyatta airport and check in for your flight home via Nairobi arriving back in the UK late the same afternoon. Please note: Those who opted for a four-night extension will return to the UK on Day 13.

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The Great Migration from Jul to Sep Coincide your safari with the annual Great Migration, the largest mass movement of mammals on Earth. Travel into Kenya’s Maasai Mara and witness over a million wild animals take the journey.

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Four-nights Mombasa Beach from £4,684

Seven-nights Mombasa Beach from £4,970

Complete your adventure with an all-inclusive stay at the popular, beach-front Voyager Resort Hotel. Set on the edge of the Indian Ocean, with an infinity pool, three restaurants and bars.

Buffalo and Zebra Migration, Kenya

Voyager Resort Hotel, Mombasa

Giraffe, Maasai Mara

Samburu Woman, Kenya Zebras, Aberdare National Park

Kenyan Wildlife & Coastal Explorer

Journey with a group exclusively made up of solo travellers through the African wilderness, both inland across famed national parks and along the pristine stretches of untouched coastline.

Solo Traveller

ESCORTED TOUR

This tour is made up exclusively of solo travellers.

Available Oct, Nov 2024, May, Oct, Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available).

Prices from

• Heathrow £3,949 (UK connecting flights available, call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Bubbly Sundowner at Observation Hill Excursion – from £65

• Masai Village Excursion – from £35

• Breakfast on Lion Rock Excursion – from £45

• Traditional Village Tour Excursion – from £65

• Tamarind Dhow Dinner Cruise Excursion – from £155

Please note: E-visas are required by British Citizens travelling to Kenya. Please see page 222 of the brochure for further information.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately four hours.

The ultimate safari holiday and beachside escape adapted with solo travellers in mind, ensuring a rich and incredibly varied experience, enhanced by high levels of comfort, guidance and support throughout. Game drives into the heart of two national parks provide plenty of opportunities to spot rare wildlife roaming amongst the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, and time spent on the shores of the Indian Ocean promises a tranquil and tropical break.

Beginning in Nairobi, the tour travels to Amboseli before venturing to Tsvavo West, covering the most desirable safari destinations in the country while based at authentic and luxury lodges. Set off on six game drives and perhaps add a special sundowner (an age-old safari tradition), a full English breakfast atop a towering rock, and a visit to a Masai village to your itinerary.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Witness Africa's highest mountain and a dormant volcano, towering Mount Kilimanjaro

• Set off on two game drives through Amboseli National Park, keeping your eyes peeled for the majestic elephant herds, cheetahs and lions

• Visit the Mzima Springs, which are known for crystal-clear water and home to hippos

• Embark on morning and afternoon game drives into Tsavo West National Park, traversing the park's diverse terrain of volcanic cones, rocky outcrops, and lava flows

• Experience a full day exploring the wonders of Tsavo West National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives

• Bask in the beauty of the northern coast scenery with a stay at an all-inclusive beachside resort

• Take a dip in the warm Indian Ocean, sunbathe on the stretches of white sand, and dabble in a variety of aquatic activities

• Eight nights' carefully chosen full-board accommodation, plus one night on an aircraft

• Outbound flight to Nairobi returning from Mombasa, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

The second half sees you substituting the savannah for the sea, as the north coast of Mombasa, with its unspoilt beaches, serves as your final base. You'll have three days for complete relaxation, and with everything included at the resort, you can focus solely on doing as little or as much as you like.

A programme of organised activities will be available, ranging from water aerobics to yoga classes. Alternatively, you can just lounge by the pool or beach, with a cocktail in hand or join optional excursions to a nearby local village and a five-course dinner cruise with dancing and live music aboard a dhow, an Arab sailing boat. Plus, with an expert local tour manager at the helm of this adventure and plenty of chances to link up with other nature lovers in a group setting, this will be an effortless and unforgettable trip of discovery and connection.

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Amboseli Sopa Lodge, Amboseli National Park nights 2-3

Set in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, this authentic, thatched-roof safari lodge is enclosed by the Amboseli National Park. At the heart of the property, there’s a handicraft market connected to the lobby, a gift shop, an Africaninspired restaurant, a dining terrace, a swimming pool, and three bars.

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, Tsavo National Park night 4-5

Surrounded by the wilderness of the Tsavo West National Park and the Chyulu Hills, this lodge overlooks a waterhole that attracts an assortment of animals. The restaurant and alfresco bar, which is built into a rock promises a unique dining experience, and a terrace faces the waterhole.

The Voyager Beach Resort, Mombasa nights 6-9

A Mombasa beachfront resort, with a nautical theme, is ringed by tropical gardens and has a programme of activities and water sports. There are three restaurants to choose from, including a sophisticated seafood eatery, four bars (a sports bar and a 24-hour lounge bar), three outdoor swimming pools, and a tennis court.

Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park

Vervet Monkey, Tsavo West National Park

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Bookended by stays in a Mombasa beach resort hotel, this African experience also includes a four-night safari, during which you’ll sleep in a ‘stilt-hotel’ overlooking a waterhole, and experience game drives through two of Kenya’s most famous and exciting game reserves. In the company of ranger guides, you'll discover the wonders of a safari, spot protected wildlife in their natural habitat, enjoy a bush breakfast in the wild and spend nights under star-washed African skies.

The all-inclusive Voyager Beach Resort will be your Indian Ocean-side base for the beginning and end of your Kenyan stay. Here, you can enjoy lazy days and warm nights as you soak up the pleasures of life by the ocean.

A 4x4 safari vehicle will then transport you from the coast to the heart of three national

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Punctuate a week’s rest and relaxation at an idyllic beach hotel with a four-night safari

• Enjoy crystal-clear waters and blue skies

• Stay in a Taita Hills private game reserve

• See the animals from the vantage of your elevated hotel

• Discover vast Tsavo West National Park, with its Savannah and scrubland, on included game drives

• Experience a special bush breakfast

• Stay in a safari camp and set off on three game drives in historic Tsavo East National Park, home to herds of African elephants

• Seven nights’ carefully chosen all-inclusive accommodation at the Voyager Beach Resort in Mombasa and four nights’ full-board accommodation in a series of game lodges on safari, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Mombasa, via Nairobi or Addis Ababa

• Travel by 4x4 safari vehicles, with airport-tohotel coach transfers

• Fully escorted by friendly, experienced drivers and safari guides

parks, teeming with wildlife, where you'll stay in uniquely located lodges.

The following days will feature several safari adventures in vast protected areas, searching for the 'Big Five' and the wealth of local wildlife. At dusk, you'll sip on sundowners as the sky changes colour before dining in traditional thatched restaurants or under the stars with your fellow travellers.

You'll then return to the seaside for a final fournight stay, with a chance to explore colourful Mombasa and its old town and historic Fort Jesus, a 20-minute drive away, or head north to some of the more remote beaches. Otherwise, spend your time by the infinity swimming pool, with a cocktail in hand or take advantage of the assortment of water sports on offer.

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Voyager Beach Resort, Mombasa nights 2-4 & 9-12

This popular all-inclusive beachfront hotel is set right on the edge of the Indian Ocean.

Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge, Taita Hills night 5

Located in the heart of the private Taita Hills Sanctuary, which borders Tsavo West National Park. Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, Tsavo West National Park night 6

Perfectly set in the wilderness of Tsavo West and blessed with views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Ashnil Aruba Lodge, Tsavo East National Park nights 7-8

Across from the famous Aruba Dam, a magnet for wildlife, in particular birdlife, the lodge also has its own waterholes.

13-day escorted tour from £3,575

Kenya –Beach & Safari

Combine the joys of a stay on the Indian Ocean’s shore with the exciting wildlife spotting in East Africa’s famous reserves.

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ESCORTED TOUR

These hugely popular tours, enjoyed by countless happy customers over the years, have truly stood the test of time.

Available Sep to Nov 2024, Jan, Mar to Jun, Sep to Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £3,575 (UK connecting flights available, call us for details)

Room for Sole Use from £499

Please note: E-visas are required by British Citizens travelling to Kenya. Please see page 222 of the brochure for further information.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes.

Cheetahs, Tsavo West National Park

Mombasa Beach, Kenya

Voyager Beach Resort, Mombasa

Asia Collection

186 Uzbekistan – Ancient Cities of the Silk Road – NEW

188 Sri Lanka – Temples, Safari & Beach

190 India – Tigers & the Taj Mahal

192 India’s Golden Triangle, Shimla & Amritsar’s Golden Temple

194 India's Rajasthan – Grand Palace & Historic Fort Stays – NEW PREMIER COLLECTION

196 India's Best Wildlife & the Taj Mahal

198 Authentic India

200 India's Golden Triangle, Tigers & Amritsar's Golden Temple – EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

202 Kerala & India’s Beautiful South

204 India’s South – Kerala & Madurai’s Temples – NEW EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

206 India & Nepal – Tigers, Taj & Temples

208 Follow the Mekong –Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam

210 Classic Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos

212 The Heritage of Vietnam & Cambodia – NEW EXCLUSIVELY SOLOS

214 Borneo’s Orangutans & Rainforest Adventure

216 Japan Unveiled

Gain new insights into timeless rituals, uncover ancient temples, and engage with welcoming local people.

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Chureito Pagoda and Mount Fuji, Japan

11-day escorted tour from £2,489

Uzbekistan –Ancient Cities of the Silk

Road

Discovery awaits along the fabled Silk Road where the region’s colourful history meets Uzbekistan’s rapidly developing metropolises.

Day One – Fly to Tashkent Begin your adventures in Central Asia with an overnight flight from London to Tashkent, the capital city of Uzbekistan.

Day Two – Included tour of Tashkent’s old town and welcome dinner Touching down in Tashkent in the early morning, you’ll meet your friendly tour manager before transferring to your hotel for a well-earned rest. Enjoy a late breakfast ahead of a sightseeing tour of Tashkent’s old town. You'll first visit the Khazrati Imam Complex. Here, you can marvel at the Mausoleum of Saint Abu Bakr Kaffal Shashi and Tillya-Sheykh Mosque, famed for its pillared facades and domed roofs. You'll also see the Madrasa Barakhon, which houses a Muslim relic, the Osman Koran, amongst its ancient manuscripts, before arriving at the historic centre of Tashkent's Silk Road trade, the Chorsu Bazaar. Pause for lunch and explore the bazaar's bustling shopfronts ahead of a welcome dinner this evening at a local restaurant. There will also be an opportunity for wine tasting throughout your meal.

Day Three – Included morning tour of Tashkent and optional visit to the Chimgan Mountains Today, you’ll enjoy an escorted

tour of the Uzbek capital’s modern areas starting with a walk along Tashkent’s Broadway Alley. You’ll witness the Mustaqilik Maydoni (translating as ‘Independence Square’) and the Monument of Courage, which celebrates the restoration of the city in 1966. After exploring Tashkent’s metropolitan areas, return to your hotel for time at leisure or join an optional trip deep into the Chimgan Mountains. In the heart of the Western Tian Shan Mountain range, view unforgettable landscapes, from the Charvak Reservoir to the Chimgan mountains, with a cable car ride up to the Chinorkent Complex. Whether you’re returning from the mountains or the poolside, you can then enjoy an evening at your leisure.

Day Four – Flight to Khiva via Urgench and included city tour Rise early this morning for a domestic flight to Urgench. You’ll have time for a packed breakfast on the move before travelling by coach to Khiva. Stop at the UNESCO -listed Itchan Kala, Khiva's walled inner-city, where you can take in the Ismail Khodja complex before moving eastward to Konya Ark, an ancient citadel. Round out your tour of Itchan Kala with visits to the unique Juma Mosque, suspended by a web of carved wooden pillars, and

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Fly from (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £2,489 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Tour of the Chimgan Mountains (half day) – from £70

• Traditional Folk Performance at Nodirdevonbegi Madrasah (evening) – from £15

Room for Sole Use from £395

Please note: For 2024 departures, the hotels will differ, but be of similar standards.

Registan Square, Samarkand

Khorezm Fortress Ayaz Kala, Kyzylkum

Kalyan Mosque, Bukhara

Palace, which depicts public life in Khiva throughout the centuries. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant this evening with a traditional folk show.

Day Five – Scenic drive through Kyzyl-Kum and travel to Bukhara Take breakfast ahead of today’s scenic journey through Uzbekistan’s red desert, Kyzyl-Kum. Keep an eye out as you glide through its exotic vistas, and you may catch a glimpse of the region’s native Bactrian camels! Enjoy time at leisure and a packed lunch en route with a stop by the Amudarya River before arriving in Bukhara.

Day Six – Included tour of Bukhara with lunch Today, you'll have the chance to explore Bukhara’s most exciting landmarks. Take to the Ismail Samani Mausoleum, the final resting place of the Samanid dynasty, and the Chashma Ayub Mausoleum, a religious site believed to have been visited by the prophet Job. You'll then venture on a walking tour of the 5th-cenutry Ark of Bukhara, the ‘city within a city’. Pause at midday for an authentic Uzbek lunch and a masterclass in making plov (an Uzbek rice dish similar to pilaf) at a local house. This afternoon, you’ll explore the Po-i Kalon Complex, which houses several 12th-century Islamic landmarks.

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at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit Tashkent's ancient landmarks and vibrant new town

• Witness Uzbekistan’s diverse natural beauty, from its rugged alpine landscapes and river valleys to the expansive ‘red deserts’

• Discover Samarkand’s Timurid past with guided tours of its famed monuments

• Immerse yourself in traditional Uzbek culture with a culinary masterclass and lunch at a local house, as well as a day trip to the Konigil Tourism Village

• Delve into the history of the Great Silk Road with stops in UNESCO -listed Bukhara, a major hub of Islamic culture, and Khiva

• Visit the birthplace of Amir Timur, the legendary former leader of the Timurid empire, in Shakhrisabz

• Six lunches and four dinners

• Nine nights' carefully chosen bed & breakfast accommodation

• Return flights to Tashkent and internal flights between Tashkent and Urgench, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Seven – Included tours to Bakhautdin Naqshband Mausoleum and Coumpol Bazaar and optional trip to the Nadir Devon-Begi Madrasah After breakfast, you’ll explore the Bakhautdin Naqshband Mausoleum, an important Sufi shrine and the tomb of Bukhara's unofficial patron saint. The next stop along the tour will see you enter Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa Complex, the summer residence of Bukhara’s last Emir (ruler). Inside, you’ll find exhibitions celebrating local folk art, music and craftsmanship. Complete the day with a visit to the Coumpol Bazaar and meander through the area’s famous trading domes. In the evening, you’ll have the choice to join an optional trip to the Nadir Devon-Begi Madrasah to watch a traditional Uzbeki folk dance.

Day Eight – Included tour of Shakhrisabz and travel to Samarkand Breakfast will be served at your hotel ahead of your journey to Samarkand, one of the Silk Road’s most iconic cities. Stop at colourful Shakrisabz and discover the cradle of Uzbekistan with a visit to the birthplace of Amir Timur, the country’s founder and most iconic ruler, the Ak-Saray Palace. You’ll also call at the Dorus Saodat complex before refuelling with lunch at a local restaurant. Finally, continue to Samarkand where you'll check into your final hotel.

Wyndham Tashkent, Tashkent nights 2-3 & 10

Based only a short distance from the city’s legendary monuments, this hotel is the perfect location to explore the city and its monuments. There’s a restaurant serving traditional Turkish and Uzbek cuisine and an indoor swimming pool. Air-conditioned guestrooms are equipped with, safes, TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Hotel Asia Khiva, Khiva night 4

Set in the heart of Khiva, only a short walk from the city’s main attractions, this hotel offers a blend of comfort and convenience. Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool, sauna, fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar. Comfortable, tiled guestrooms have tea/coffeemaking facilities, air-conditioning, TVs and free Wi-Fi.

Day Nine – Included tour of Samarkand with an excursion to Shakhi-Zinda Architectural Complex Take breakfast at the hotel before setting off on your final city tour around historic Samarkand. Witness the breath-taking Registan Square and Guri Amir Mausoleum, the elegant tomb of legendary Amir Timur. At noon, travel to the Siyob Bazaar before delving into the rich academic history of this Silk Road city with a tour of the Afrosiyab Museum where you’ll also have the chance to explore the Ulugbek Observatory.

Day 10 – Included day trip to Konigil Tourism Village and rail journey back to Tashkent Enjoy a hotel breakfast ahead of a visit to Konigil Tourism Village, a reserve offering a glimpse of authentic Uzbek life. Explore its workshops and markets, and you may just find the perfect souvenir to crown your tour! Return to Samarkand’s centre and to Tashkent aboard the ‘Afrosiyob’ high-speed train. After a short time aboard, you’ll arrive back in the Uzbek capital and return to your first hotel. Join your fellow travellers for your final dinner and reminisce on this unforgettable adventure.

Day 11 – Return flight to the UK Have breakfast early this morning ahead of your flight back to the UK as you reach the end of your Uzbek adventure.

Paradise Plaza Luxury Hotel, Bukhara nights 5-7

Ornate exteriors meet comfortable lodgings in this Bukharan hotel. Guestrooms are air conditioned, and feature safes, free Wi-Fi, TVs, hairdryers and complimentary toiletries. The hotel’s on-site restaurant offers a range of European and Asian dining options.

Mövenpick Samarkand, Samarkand nights 8-9

With a central location, this hotel offers comfortable accommodation, a stone’s throw from Samarkand’s city centre. Modern guestrooms encompass free Wi-Fi, TVs, and tea/coffee-making facilities. There are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, a restaurant with garden views and an outdoor veranda.

Samarkand, Uzbekistan

Chorsu Bazaar, Tashkent Shahi Zinda Mausoleum, Samarkand

Toshholvi

Wyndham Tashkent, Tashkent

Paradise Plaza Luxury Hotel, Bukhara

Sri Lanka –Temples, Safari & Beach

A meticulously crafted merge of meandering around ancient sites, marvelling at the country’s natural spectacles and moments of total enlightenment.

Small-Group

ESCORTED TOUR

You’ll be part of a group ranging from 16 to 24 travellers, enabling you to dig deeper and explore off the beaten track.

Day One – Fly to Sri Lanka Fly overnight to the Sri Lankan capital, Colombo.

Day Two – Land in Sri Lanka Today, you’ll arrive at the airport in Katunayake, meet your tour manager, and be transferred to check into your hotel, overlooking Beira Lake.

Day Three – Included Colombo city tour and visit to Dambulla Cave Temple Following breakfast, you’ll set off on a tour to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s largest city and commercial capital. Perhaps visit the Galle Face Hotel, with dramatic views of the Indian Ocean, for afternoon tea or a sundowner (payable locally). The tour will then continue to Dambulla, which is home to the largest, best-preserved cave temple complex in the country. Your guide will lead you around the caves, with their carved and painted images of the Suddha. Later continue to Habarana for a two night stay.

Day Four – Included excursion to Polonnaruwa and an optional climb up Sigiriya Rock Fortress After a leisurely breakfast, board the coach to travel to the town of Polonnaruwa. The more energetic can choose to explore the area by bike.

This afternoon, discover another wonder – the amazing Sigiriya Rock Fortress, with its gardens and fabled Lion Rock. Climb to the 180-metrehigh summit for spectacular views. Return to the hotel for dinner.

Day Five – Included visit to Matale, cookery demonstration, excursion to Kandy and tuk-tuk ride After breakfast, journey to Matale for a visit to a spice garden. Here, surrounded by fresh herbs and produce, you’ll sit down to watch a cookery demonstration.

This afternoon, you’ll arrive in the gorgeous city of Kandy, in its verdant, hillside setting. Enjoy an exhilarating ‘tuk-tuk’ ride through the bustling streets to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, one of Sri Lanka’s most important shrines.

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Available Sep to Nov 2024, Jan, Mar to Apr & Sep to Nov 2025

Fly direct (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £2,999 • Manchester £3,279 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

Personalise your holiday

• Yala Afternoon Jeep Safari (half day) – from £79

• Sigiriya Rock Fortress (three hrs) – from £77

• Kandyan Cultural Show (three hrs) – from £19

Room for Sole Use from £759

Extend your holiday from £605

Four-night Beruwela extension

Please note: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to Sri Lanka. Please see page 222 for further information. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Traditional Fishermen, Galle

Toy Train, Nuwara Eliya

Tea Plantation, Nuwara Eliya

Day Six – Guided walk through Royal Botanical Gardens, visit to Sri Lankan gem lapidary and optional culture show After breakfast this morning, you’ll join the experienced botanist, Bandara Palipana on a guided two-hour walk through Peradeniya’s beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens. Those intrigued by Sri Lanka’s fabled gem industry can take advantage of an opportunity to visit a local producer in the city. Later in the day, return to the hotel to take things at your own pace before dinner. You can also opt to watch a cultural show of traditional dance and drumming this evening.

Day Seven – Included drive to Nuwara Eliya On a memorable day, journey after breakfast through the scenic Hill Country of tea plantations and tumbling streams, stopping at a tea factory to learn about ‘Ceylon’ tea. Arrive this afternoon at the beautiful hill station, Nuwara Eliya, with its red telephone boxes, Victorian Post Office; maintained golf course and your colonial-style overnight hotel, where dinner will be served.

Day Eight – Included ‘Toy Train’ ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella and drive to Yala After breakfast, step aboard the famous ‘Toy Train’ to make your winding way by rail through stunning

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Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo night 2

A five-star resort set around an expansive outdoor swimming pool, lined with palm trees. Dining options include three sophisticated restaurants, and there is a café, a lobby lounge, and a members-only library.

Cinnamon Lodge, Habarana nights 3-4

Surrounded by a forested landscape, this wilderness retreat encompasses an outdoor pool, a two-storey spa, and tennis courts. Spacious, air-conditioned guestrooms each have a private balcony, a TV, mini-bar, safe, tea/coffee-maker, hairdryer and  Wi-Fi. Two restaurants offer international and local dishes, and drinks can be mused over in the café that opens onto a veranda or the lounge bar.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover the charms of Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo

• Venture into the expansive Dambulla Cave Temple Complex

• Uncover the ancient sites and historic monuments of Polonnaruwa

• Watch a cookery demonstration in Matale and visit the 16th-century Temple of the Tooth in Kandy

• Visit Sigiriya Rock and have the option to climb to the top of the Fortress

• Enjoy a scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya and stop off at a tea factory

• Venture into Yala National Park on a half-day game drive in search of wildlife

• 11 nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Return flights to Colombo, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

countryside to idyllic hill village, Ella. On very rare occasions, the train journey may be replaced by road transportation - this service is controlled by local government and out of our control. Rejoin the coach to continue on to your next hotel, at the gateway to the famous Yala National Park, home to countless bird species, crocodiles, elephants, sloth bears and leopards.

Day Nine – Included half-day game drive in the Yala National Park and optional afternoon or night game drive Awake early and join your local ranger for a morning game drive into Yala National Park’s protected scrubland and forest. In the late afternoon or evening, you have the option to set off on another safari, in search of big cats and other wildlife.

Day 10 – Included visit to the elephant transit home, journey to Galle and tuk-tuk ride After breakfast, check out of your hotel and travel to an elephant transit home in Udawalawe, then on to Galle, Dutch colonial gem and UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its fortress. You’ll then travel to Beruwala and your final hotel on the shores of the Indian Ocean before dinner.

Day 11-12 – Days at leisure in Beruwala Rest and relax after the tour, making the most of the hotel,

beach, spa and – each evening – the spectacular Indian Ocean sunsets.

Day 13 – Fly back to the UK Bid farewell to Beruwala today and transfer to the airport to catch your overnight flight home.

Day 14 – Arrive back in the UK You’ll arrive back in the UK at the end of a wonderful Sri Lankan adventure.

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Cinnamon Citadel, Kandy nights 5-6

This refined hotel promises an incredibly tranquil stay. An outdoor pool, enclosed by a terrace is situated alongside the calm waters of the river, as is the hotel’s restaurant, and a bar plays regular live music. There is also a fitness centre and a selection of indoor sports.

The Grand, Nuwara Eliya night 7

This colonial-style property is a landmark of Sri Lanka, based in the Blue Mountains region. The plush architecture is embraced by tropical grounds, and facilities include a shopping arcade, a spa, an indoor pool, and two restaurants, with local and international menus.

Cinnamon Wild Yala, Yala nights 8-9

Situated outside of the Yala National Park and only a few minutes away from the pristine beaches of the Indian Ocean. A lounge, rooftop bar and buffet restaurant offer open-air seating, and guests can make use of the outdoor swimming pool, with a sun deck and sublimely situated spa.

Cinnamon Bey Beruwala, Beruwala nights 10-12

On the shores of the Indian Ocean, this resort, intermingled with palm trees, looks out onto a large swimming pool. Each guestroom has a private balcony, mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities, a safe, and air conditioning.

Tea Picker, Nuwara Eliya Leopard, Yala National Park

Flower Picking, Sri Lanka

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11-day escorted tour from £1,785

India – Tigers & the Taj Mahal

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Cimaions equati sedictus etur a consequ oditiis rese nos sundit archic tenducium

Explore northern India’s greatest cities with this perfect introduction to one of the world’s most fascinating and alluring destinations.

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Pakistan

India

the UK to Delhi.

Day Two – Included Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque visit Upon arrival this morning, meet your tour manager and transfer to your hotel where you’ll spend your first night. Later, after an included lunch and time to freshen up, join your tour manager on a guided tour to visit the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque and the ornate Qutb Minar tower that rises from them. Return to the hotel for dinner.

Day Three – Included Delhi city tour and travel to Agra Today enjoy a guided tour, which will introduce you to the vibrant Old City. Drive by the historic Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque and Raj Ghat, Gandhi’s cremation site close to the Yamuna River, and enjoy an exhilarating rickshaw ride through old Chandni Chowk. You’ll also take in the grandeur of New Delhi, built by the British Raj to reflect the glories of the Empire. Highlights will include the historic India Gate War Memorial and the vast boulevard of the Rajpath. Later, journey to Agra, the fabled ‘City of Love’ and site of the exquisite, incomparable Taj Mahal. After a visit to the royal pavilions, palaces and courtyards of majestic

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Day Four – Included excursions to the Taj Mahal, Abhaneri, and travel to Ranthambore Awaken early to pay a sunrise visit to view the Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna River, and after breakfast, journey on to the ancient village of Abhaneri, home to Chand Baori, an astonishing example of a stepwell –extraordinary constructions unique to India and used to draw water from the ground.

Lunch is taken in the sumptuous surroundings of the Umaid Lake Palace, a heritage hotel and ‘organic retreat’ that grows produce for the hotel’s fine restaurant, before you journey on

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Please note: The order of the itinerary may change as some activities are weather dependent. The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately four hours.

Please note: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to India. Please see page 222 for further information. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour. Departures in 2025 and 2026 include the same content and duration as shown, however, the order of the tour will be amended and follow this order - Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Agra and Vaanasharya

Taj Mahal, Agra

Bhangarh Fort, Rajasthan

Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan

Day One – Overnight flight to India Fly from

Agra Fort, you’ll make your first visit to the Taj Mahal, a monument to undying love, seen in all its glory at sunset.

to beautiful Ranthambore National Park, home to conservation programme Project Tiger, for a twonight stay.

Once the hunting ground of Indian princes, Ranthambore is covered with thorn trees, scrub and grasslands, and dotted with beautiful ponds, streams and lakes – a perfect habitat for the famed, endangered tigers of Ranthambore and other species. This evening, enjoy a ‘tiger talk’ from a local naturalist.

Day Five – Included guided wildlife safaris Undoubted highlights of the holiday will be today’s two canter (open-air vehicle) safaris in the park, taken in the company of a knowledgeable naturalist guide. With luck you may also see the tigers and other species.

Day Six – Travel from Ranthambore to Jaipur Rest and relax this morning, or join the optional excursion to the ancient Ranthambore Fort, which sits atop the 600-metre-high hill range, and offers stupendous views of the park below (there is a gradual, 273-step climb to the fort).

This afternoon, after lunch at the hotel, you’ll bid farewell to Ranthambore and make the journey to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur for a two-night stay.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Inclusions

Discover New Delhi, the historic Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque, the India Gate War Memorial and the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque

• Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi

• XX nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation with X lunches and X dinners plus Xxx nights on the aircraft

A guided tour of Agra, the ‘City of Love’

• Explore the incomparable Taj Mahal and garden

• Return flights to Xxxxxx, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

• See Chand Baori stepwell in Abhaneri

• Search for Ranthambore’s tigers on two safaris

• Ride to Amber Fort and experience exceptional views

• See Jaipur’s exquisite 'Palace of the Winds'

• Stay in beautiful Vanaashrya

• Enjoy an Indian cookery demonstration

• Nine nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two night on the aircraft

• 23 meals, including eight breakfasts, seven lunches and eight dinners

• Return flights to Delhi, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Seven – Included Amber Fort, and Jaipur sightseeing After breakfast, visit former Rajput capital Amber and its vast 6th-century hill-top fort, climbing by Jeep to visit the Royal Halls and take in the magnificent views from the ramparts. After an included lunch, tour Jaipur, including the City Palace complex with its museums and ancient astronomical observatory, and drive by the 18thcentury 'Palace of the Winds', with its innumerable windows and screened balconies.

A special dinner is taken at the Nokha House, hosted in traditional Rajasthani style by the Rathore family.

Day Eight – From Jaipur to Vanaashrya Bid farewell to Jaipur and journey across the desert plain into the Aravali Hills to the jungle resort of Vanaashyra, calling en route at the ruins of 17thcentury Bhangarh fort. Spend two nights in your own air-conditioned cottage, set in the grounds of the resort.

Day Nine – Included local experiences in Vanaashrya Today, enjoy a camel-cart ride and cookery demonstration in the local village before spending the afternoon at leisure, perhaps by the pool. Later, join this evening’s farewell dinner.

Day 10 – Return to Delhi and fly back to the UK

After a morning free to relax and a last lunch at Vanaashrya, you’ll return to Delhi and the airport for the return overnight flight home.

Day 11 – Arrive back in the UK You’ll land back in the UK this morning after a wonderful ‘introduction to India’.

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Sheraton New Delhi, Delhi* night 2

encompasses a lawn area with sun beds, a pool, restaurant, bar, and a spa.

A beautiful hotel in central Delhi with a spacious restaurant, lounge bar and an outdoor pool.

Please note: *You may also be accommodated at the very similar Leela Ambience Hotel or Eros Hotel.

Trident, Agra night 3

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Close to the Taj Mahal and laid out around its pool and landscaped gardens. The hotel has a bar and two restaurants, a spa and a fitness centre. Hotel Ranthambhore Regency, Ranthambhore nights 4-5

A family-run hotel situated very close to the national park entrance. Set around a courtyard, the property

Shahpura House, Jaipur nights 6-7

A gem in downtown Jaipur, this heritage hotel has beautiful gardens, a restaurant, a bar, an outdoor pool and a gift shop. Each guestroom has air conditioning, a mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities and a safe.

Vanaashrya, Rajgarh night 8-9

Set in the foothills of Aravali ranges, around a lake, the cottage accommodation provides air conditioning, a bathroom and a private terrace. You’ll also find a restaurant, bar, an outdoor pool and a spa.

Enjoy Holi — India’s Festival of Colour & Love – 11 Mar 2025 from £2,045

Associated with Krishna, this Hindu festival celebrates the beginning of spring as well as the triumph of good over evil. Join in the fun spirit as coloured powder is thrown!

Celebrate Diwali — India’s Festival of Lights – 14 Oct 2025 from £2,065

Experience one of the major festivals of Hinduism, which includes millions of lights shining on temples, rooftops, outside doors and windows.

Palace of the Winds, Jaipur

Amber Fort, Rajasthan Chand Baori Stepwell, Abhaneri

18-day escorted tour from £2,925

India’s Golden Triangle, Shimla & Amritsar’s Golden Temple

Embark on an enrapturing journey through the cities of the Golden Triangle, stopping by some of the country’s most holy sites and sojourning in the shadows of the Himalayas.

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Day One – Fly to India Fly overnight from the UK to Delhi.

Day Two – Arrive in Delhi and day at leisure

This morning, you’ll arrive in the Indian capital of Delhi, meet your friendly tour manager, and be transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Day Three – Included morning tour of Old Delhi and a visit to Qutub Minar Set off on an included morning sightseeing tour of Delhi and enjoy a rickshaw ride. You’ll then travel to the India Gate War Memorial and visit the Qutub Minar, the highest tower in India.

Day Four – Included train journey to Amritsar and Palki ceremony at the Golden Temple Transfer to the New Delhi Railway Station, the largest station in India. The tour will then switch the road for rails as you embark on a scenic journey to Amritsar. A post-dinner activity involves a drive to the breathtaking Golden Temple to watch the Palki ceremony.

Day Five – Included Golden Temple tour and visit to Jallianwala Bagh and the IndoPakistani border Today, you’ll get to see the Golden Temple again. The next stop is the Jallianwala Bagh, a historic memorial park of national importance. This evening, you’ll make

the short journey out to the Indo-Pakistani border crossing at Wagah. Here, every day as the sun sets, a military practice referred to as the ‘Beating Retreat’ border ceremony takes place.

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Day Six – Included journey to Pragpur and a ‘Heritage Walk’ around Pragpur village Embrace a more relaxed morning and breakfast that will be followed by a drive to the small, pretty village of Pragpur. You can then venture on a ‘Heritage Walk’ through the medieval, elevated hamlet.

Day Seven – Included Dharamshala excursion Head off on an excursion to the city of

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Royal Bengal Tiger, Ranthambore National Park

Toy Train, Shimla

Taj Mahal, Agra

Dharamshala. On the outskirts of Dharamshala, you’ll find the Kangra Fort, the largest fort in the Himalayas and thought to be the oldest in India.

Day Eight – Included journey to Shimla Drive to Shimla, set in the foothills of the Himalayas. Given Shimla’s hillside location, this is the perfect place to stretch your legs, and maybe explore the area on a gentle hike.

Day Nine – Included tour of Shimla Embark on your day of sightseeing in Shimla. The first landmark of interest is the famous Tara Devi Temple – a holy Hindu temple constructed within the Himalayan peaks in the 18th century.

Day 10 – Included ‘Toy Train’ ride to Solan, lunch at a local restaurant, drive to Chandigarh and flight to Jaipur Transfer to the Shimla Railway Station to board the ‘Toy Train’ to Solan. Sit back and soak up the scenery as you journey along the narrow-gauge route. Arrive in Jaipur for a three nights’ stay.

Day 11 – Included visit to Amber Fort After breakfast, visit Amber, the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire. Climb by Jeep to the city's vast 6th-century hill-top fort to wander its Royal Halls and take in the magnificent views from the ramparts.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover the historical delights of Delhi and explore the city on a rickshaw

• Explore the Dalai Lama Temple Complex and Kangra Fort in Dharamshala

• Experience Shimla, in the foothills of the Himalayas, a former British summer retreat

• Travel by ‘Toy Train’ from Shimla to Solan

• Discover the beauty of Amber Fort in the 'Pink City'

• Visit Jaipur’s City Palace, the Jantar Mantar observatory and the ‘Palace of the Winds’

• See Chand Baori, a stepwell situated in the village of Abhaneri

• Search for Ranthambore’s tigers on two safaris

• Watch the sunset over the Taj Mahal from the gardens of Mehtab Bagh, plus enjoy a guided visit to the monument of love

• 15 nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation with six lunches and 16 dinners, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day 12 – Included tour of Jaipur and optional bazaar and street food excursion Today, you’ll tour Jaipur to see the City Palace complex, with its museums and ancient astronomical observatory, and drive past the innumerable windows and screened balconies of the 18th-century ‘Palace of the Winds’, Hawa Mahal. Tonight, join an optional walking tour. This tour will lead you into the labyrinth of Jaipur’s atmospheric antique bazaars and shops while sampling traditional delicacies and learning about the artistic traditions of the city.

Day 13 – Morning at leisure and included drive to Ranthambore Breakfast will be more relaxed today before you start the drive to Ranthambore – one of the largest and most famous national parks in Northern India.

Day 14 – Included morning and afternoon jungle safaris Accompanied by a local, expert naturalist, you’ll go on two jungle safaris in an open-air vehicle.

Day 15 – Optional tour to Ranthambore Fort and drive to Agra Partake in the optional excursion to Ranthambhore Fort. After an early lunch, you’ll be driven to Agra and visit Methabh

Sheraton Delhi, Delhi* nights 2-3

A beautiful hotel in central Delhi with an outdoor pool.

Please note: *You may also be accommodated at the very similar Leela Ambience Hotel or Eros Hotel.

Welcomehotel by ITC, Amritsar nights 4-5

Housed within a mansion dating back to the 1900s. Sophisticated guestrooms offer mini-bars, TVs, and Wi-Fi.

The Judge’s Court, Pragpur nights 6-7

This 300-year-old heritage hotel is set within the medieval hamlet of Pragpur, backed by the Himalayas.

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla nights 8-9

Guestrooms feature marble bathrooms and Burmese teak floors, along with mini-bars, TVs, and free Wi-Fi.

Bagh on arrival for a sunset view of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.

Day 16 – Included visit to Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal at sunset Venture on an excursion to the majestic Agra Fort. In the evening, travel to the Taj Mahal at sunset and watch as this monument of love is dappled in different casts of colours.

Day 17 – Optional sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, drive to Delhi, and fly back to the UK Join an optional excursion to view the Taj Mahal at dawn. In the late afternoon, drive to Delhi for a final and celebratory dinner.

Day 18 – Arrive back in the UK You’ll arrive back in the UK this morning.

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ITC Rajputana, Jaipur nights 10-12

This opulent, red-bricked property is structured around an outdoor pool and interspersed with courtyards.

Hotel Ranthambhore Regency, Ranthambhore nights 13-14

A family-run hotel situated very close to the national park entrance. Guestrooms are well equipped with marble floors.

ITC Mughal, Agra nights 15-16

This hotel is near the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort. Guestrooms come with tea/coffee-making facilities, TVs, and Wi-Fi.

Golden Temple, Amritsar

Viceregal Lodge, Shimla Agra Fort, Agra

ITC Mughal, Agra

Oberoi Cecil Hotel, Shimla

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India's Rajasthan – Grand Palace &

Historic

Fort Stays

Stride into an opulent period of India’s past by residing in former palaces, traversing across royal hunting grounds, and surveying the ‘Land of the Kings’ from hilltop forts.

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Curated for a more intimate experience, with groups of 16 to 24, showcasing accommodation selected for its quality, location or unique character, and lighter paced to maximise enjoyment, these tours are the epitome of wish-list dreams.

Day One – Travel to India Board your overnight flight east for the journey to India.

Day Two – Arrival in Delhi After your overnight flight, you’ll arrive in Delhi, meet your tour manager, and be transferred to the first heritage hotel of your stay.

Day Three – Included visit to Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar, sightseeing tour of New Delhi, rickshaw ride through New Delhi, and culinary walking tour Set off on a morning excursion to Humayun’s Tomb. The tour will also stop off at the striking Qutub Minar. You’ll then drive past the impressive government buildings, including President House, Parliament House, and the India Gate War Memorial. In the afternoon, an informative guided tour of the city’s major historic highlights will commence, encompassing the Jama Masjid Mosque, one of the largest in India, Raj Ghat, Gandhi’s cremation site, Jama Mosque, and Agrasen-Ki Baoli, a centuries-old step well. An exhilarating rickshaw ride around Chandni Chowk, in the heart of Old Delhi, will serve as another memorable moment before the tour continues passing by the Red Fort. When evening falls, you’ll journey on a culinary walking tour around Old Delhi while learning about how

the city has preserved its cultural history and epicurean traditions.

Day Four – Included train ride to Ajmer, evening walking tour of Pushkar and evening visit to the Brahma Temple with arti ceremony Transfer to the railway station to board the train to Ajmer. You’ll travel through the countryside, with a packed breakfast and upon arrival, be picked up and transferred to Pushkar, one of the oldest cities in India. In the evening, you’ll pay a visit to the Brahma Temple for which the city is known. Here, you’ll get to witness arti (the Hindu ceremony of light), where worshippers circle a lamp three times in a clockwise direction while chanting a prayer or singing a hymn.

Day Five – Transfer to Udaipur and day at leisure Travel to Udaipur, the ‘City of Lakes’ set around artificial lakes and home to a collection of magnificent royal residences. The rest of the day will be at your leisure, and you can choose to spend it in and around the hotel, perhaps following one of the nearby nature trails.

Day Six – Included city tour of Udaipur, traditional lunch, visit to vintage car museum, a boat ride across Lake Pichola and special dinner Venture out for a guided tour of Udaipur,

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The Jaswant Thada Cenotaph, Jodhpur

Khimsar

Alsisar Haveli, Jaipur

Pink Palace, Jaipur

stopping by the majestic City Palace. The tour will also visit Jagdish Temple and the beautiful gardens of Saheliyon-ki-Bari, the ‘Gardens of Maidens’. For lunch, you’ll visit a charming, local restaurant and sample authentic Mewari cuisine. You’ll then have the chance to visit a vintage car museum, which houses a collection of cars owned by the royal family of Udaipur. Later in the afternoon, you’ll board a boat for a scenic cruise across the waters of Lake Pichola. When night falls, you’ll join your fellow guests for a special dinner looking out over the palace and riverbanks.

Day Seven – Transfer to Jodhpur and Bishnoi Village safari by Jeep Journey to the desertfringed Jodhpur, the ‘Blue City’, with its maze of medieval streets, sapphire-hued buildings, and lofty 15th-century Mehrangarh Fort. The coach will drop you at your palatial lake-front hotel, Rohet Garh, and you can unwind and get settled here, perhaps having a cocktail on the terrace. In the evening, you’ll be picked up in a Jeep and venture on a safari to Bishnoi Village.

Day Eight – Included guided tour of Jodhpur and visit to Mehrangarh Fort Embark on a guided tour of Jodhpur. You’ll begin by exploring Mehrangarh Fort, with its sandstone butte. You’ll then visit the

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Maidens Hotel, Delhi nights 2-3

This iconic Delhi landmark offers old-world elegance, traditional service and every modern comfort. Guestrooms boast high ceilings, air conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, and views of the garden.

Camp Land’s End, Pushkar night 4

Set in the valley of the Aravalli Range, 13 luxury cottages are constructed in a traditional thatchedroof style by local artisans.

Chunda Haveli, Udaipur nights 5-6

An ornate boutique heritage hotel inspired by a traditional Rajasthani palace and overlooking the City Palace and Lake Pichola.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Take in Delhi’s most famed historic sites by rickshaw and discover landmarks on the city’s culinary map

• Wander the lanes and pass by the lakeside ghats of Pushkar, with a visit to Brahma Temple to witness the Hindu ceremony of light

• Spend time in the heart of desert-fringed Jodhpur, venturing by Jeep to a local village

• Journey by Jeep to Amber, the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire and the extraordinary hill-top Amber Fort in Jaipur

• Tour Jaipur’s City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and 18th-century Hawa Mahal, with the option to travel further by rickshaw

• Visit to Chand Baori stepwell in Abhaneri

• Embark on an excursion to the royal pavilions, palaces, and courtyards of the majestic Agra Fort

• Visit the Taj Mahal, encircled by Mughal gardens

• Half-board accommodation in a series of heritage hotels, plus four lunches

• Return flights from the UK to Delhi, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

white marbled Jaswant Thada memorial, with its assortment of domes and Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, positioned on Chittar Hill, the highest point in Jodhpur.

Day Nine – Included excursion to Khimsar and dinner amongst the sand dunes with a cultural show Board the coach for Khimsar, a small village in Rajasthan, surrounded by a desert landscape. A special dinner of local dishes will be served under the stars and overlooking a lake with the accompaniment of a cultural performance featuring dancing and music.

Day 10 – Included drive to Jaipur and day at leisure You’ll have breakfast at the hotel this morning, check out, and be driven to Jaipur, the ‘Pink City’, where another beautiful heritage hotel awaits. The rest of the day will be at your leisure, and you can choose to take advantage of the hotel's facilities.

Day 11 – Included visit to Amber Fort by Jeep, lunch at the Samode Haveli, visit to the City Palace and observatory, and optional evening rickshaw ride in Jaipur Head by Jeep to Amber, the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire and the extraordinary hill-top Amber Fort. An included lunch will be served in the ornate surroundings of Samode Haveli. The tour will then continue to the

City Palace complex, with its temple, museums, and courtyards. Next up is Jantar Mantar, the city's ancient astronomical observatory, followed by the many windows and screened balconies of the 18thcentury Hawa Mahal, or ‘Palace of the Winds’, with its red façade. If you’re keen to sightsee further, you can join an optional evening rickshaw ride through the old part of Jaipur, passing by the market.

Day 12 – Included drive to Abhaneri and Chand Baori Stepwell visit This morning, after breakfast, you’ll check out of the hotel and travel to ancient Abhaneri with its amazing, symmetrical stepwell. After having lunch, you’ll continue to Agra for one night's stay.

Day 13 – Included morning visit to Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal Venture on an excursion to Agra Fort. The tour will continue to the Taj itself, and you’ll, of course, get to see the famed monument of love up close, glistening in the sunshine. After lunch at the hotel, you'll begin the drive to Delhi. A celebratory dinner will be served in Delhi.

Day 14 – Arrival back in the UK Touch down in the UK this morning at the end of a truly memorable stay in India's most impressive landmarks.

Rohet Garh, Jodhpur nights 7-8

Enclosed by desert landscapes, this heritage hotel has 32 uniquely designed guestrooms, with frescos lining the walls and antiques.

Khimsar Fort, Khimsar night 9

A palatial hotel in a converted 16th-century fort fringed by sand dunes. Guestrooms are bright with elaborate décor, and modern amenities.

Alsisar Haveli, Jaipur nights 10-11

This grandiose heritage hotel was originally built as a private haveli in 1892, and now offers regal accommodation, with Rajput architecture, fourposter beds and rich fabrics. Courtyards, with

seating, are backed by verdant greenery, and the outdoor swimming pool and spa are fringed by gazebos. The opulent restaurant is illuminated by ornate chandeliers and serves Rajasthani dishes. ITC Mughal, Agra night 12 Ringed by sprawling landscaped gardens, this sophisticated resort is a tribute to the great Mughal builders of the past. There are four restaurants serving local and international cuisines, and two polished bars. Guests have access to a plush spa, a fitness centre, and an outdoor swimming pool. Elegant guestrooms have mini-fridges, marble bathrooms, safes, tea/coffeemakers, TVs and Wi-Fi.

Taj Mahal, Agra

Amber Fort, Amber

Alsisar Mahal, Rajasthan

India's Best Wildlife & the

Taj Mahal

Aboard open-air Jeeps, embark on safaris through the rural heart of ‘Kipling Country’, three tiger-rich national parks, before observing the country’s most iconic monument in Agra.

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You’ll be part of a group ranging from 16 to 24 travellers, enabling you to dig deeper and explore off the beaten track.

Day One – Fly to Mumbai Board your overnight flight for the journey to India.

Day Two – Arrive in Mumbai Arrive in Mumbai, India’s largest city and be welcomed by your friendly local tour manager. The coach will take you to your first hotel, which looks out over the Arabian Sea.

Day Three – Included tour of Mumbai Embark on a guided tour of Mumbai, visiting several of the city’s historical and cultural landmarks. Mani Bhavan, a museum, and historical building dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, will be the first stop. The Prince of Wales Museum is next, and in this ornate building with detailed lattice work, around 50,000 artefacts documenting the history of India can be found. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, formally known as the Victoria Terminus Station, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is another striking structure. As you move on, you'll experience the unique spectacle of Dhobi Ghat, an open-air laundry where skilled dhobis (laundry workers) wash, dry, and press clothes in a traditional manner. The day’s exploration ends at the Gateway of India, a grand arch monument located on the waterfront of the city.

Day Four – Included flight to Nagpur, a ‘tiger talk’ with a naturalist and an evening nature walk Travel to the airport for your flight to Nagpur, also called the ‘Tiger Capital of India’ as it connects many tiger reserves in the country to the world. You’ll then leave the bustling city and head for the tranquil wilderness of Pench National Park, the Indian jungle that inspired the setting of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book. In the evening, a local naturalist will give a fascinating ‘tiger talk’.

Day Five – Included morning and afternoon safaris in Pench National Park Wake early this morning and board a Jeep for a safari in the wilderness of Pench National Park, an opportunity to explore the untamed landscapes alongside your knowledgeable naturalist guide. Breakfast will then be served back at the lodge followed by some time to relax, perhaps by the swimming pool before lunch. In the afternoon, you’ll gear up for another safari.

Day Six – Included visit to a tribal village and evening walk with naturalists Today's adventure takes us to Kanha National Park, which also has ties to The Jungle Book and is known for its significant population of

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• Sunrise Visit to the Taj Mahal – from £39 Room for Sole Use from £745

Please note: The order of the itinerary may change as some activities are weather dependent. The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately four hours.

Please note: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to India. Please see page 222 for further information. The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Bengal Tiger, Kanha National Park

Jeep Safari, Bandhavgarh National Park

Taj Mahal, Agra

Bengal tigers. You’ll arrive at the lodge, set on the edge of the park, settle in, and have some lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy your first safari with a naturalist. As evening approaches, you’ll take a leisurely walk around the resort's surroundings, accompanied by the expertise of several naturalists.

Day Seven – Included morning and afternoon safaris in Kanha National Park , Head off to Kanha National Park in the company of your experienced naturalist in a Jeep. Afterwards, you’ll return to the lodge for a well-deserved breakfast. The day will then unfold with lunch and some time to unwind by the swimming pool or at the wellness centre before you embark on a cultural excursion as you visit a nearby tribal village.

Day Eight – Included drive to Bandhavgarh and afternoon at leisure with optional activities Venture to Bandhavgarh National Park. During this journey, you’ll witness the transition from Kanha's lush forests to the rugged terrain that characterises Bandhavgarh. You’ll check into a resort near the park, which blends into the natural backdrop, and after lunch, have the opportunity to join in on an assortment of in-house activities.

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Trident Nariman Point, Mumbai nights 2-3

Overlooking the serene Arabian Sea, this stylish hotel is ideally located in Mumbai. It offers a range of cuisines served in multiple restaurants, including Mediterranean, Japanese, and Italian.

Pench Jungle Camp, Pench nights 4-5

Sitting amongst 50 acres of lush foliage, this jungle camp is just outside of the Pench National Park. There’s an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, a gift shop, and a lounge. The colourful rustic accommodation provides air conditioning, a safe, a mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities, and private verandas.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover Mumbai on a guided tour

• Fly to Nagpur, listen to a ‘tiger talk’ and embark on an evening nature walk through Pench National Park

• Venture into Pench National Park on safaris in search of Bengal tigers

• Visit a tribal village and observe the local's way of life

• Experience an evening nature walk through Kanha National Park with naturalists

• Journey on safaris in Kanha National Park

• Set off on safaris in Bandhavgarh National Park, surveying the grasslands and waterholes

• Explore the UNESCO -listed Khajuraho temple complex

• Wander around the 16th-century Agra Fort

• Visit the Taj Mahal, a famed monument of eternal love

• Join an optional sunrise excursion to see the Taj Mahal

• Five nights’ half board and six nights’ full board accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Return flights to Mumbai and from Delhi and an internal flight to Nagpur, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Nine – Included morning and afternoon safaris in Bandhavgarh National Park Today will unfold with an early morning safari in Bandhavgarh National Park, guided by an expert naturalist. As dawn breaks, you’ll venture into the jungle in search of the reserve's most elusive residents while the naturalist shares their expertise. Back at the resort, you’ll have breakfast and some time to recharge before lunch and a second afternoon safari to witness more of its inhabitants.

Day 10 – Included drive to Khajuraho and visit to Khajuraho temple complex Once you’ve had breakfast, you’ll check out of the lodge and take a scenic drive to Khajuraho, a historic town famed for its three complexes of UNESCO -listed temples. Then head out on an excursion to explore these exquisite structures, adorned with intricate and alluring sculptures. Constructed between 950AD and 1050AD and representing two separate religions, this ancient site encompasses around 22 of the original 85 structures.

Day 11 – Included drive to Jhansi, lunch in Orchha and train to Agra Board the coach for a journey to the ancient city of Jhansi in the region of Bundelkhand. On the way, you’ll stop for lunch in Orchha. If time permits, you can experience an

orientation tour, learning about its royal past and soaking up the old-world charm. Following the visit to Orchha, continue to Jhansi, where you'll board a train bound for Agra, on the banks of the Yamuna River. From the train station in Agra, you’ll be driven to your hotel.

Day 12 – Included visit to Agra Fort, afternoon at leisure and sunset visit to the Taj Mahal Set off on an excursion to the royal pavilions, palaces, and courtyards of the majestic, red sandstone Agra Fort. Explore the intricate maze of structures within the fort as you learn about how it served as the residence of Mughal emperors for over three centuries. When dusk comes around, the group will continue to the Taj Mahal, and you’ll get to see the famed monument of eternal love up close, glistening and golden as the sun sets.

Day 13 – Morning at leisure, optional sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, drive to Delhi, and flight back to the UK Join an excursion to return to the Taj Mahal at dawn, a time of day when its façade transforms into a pinkish shade while the sun rises. Later, stop at the Lotus Temple, enjoy a farewell dinner, and travel to Delhi airport.

Day 14 – Arrive back in the UK You’ll land in the UK.

Chitvan Jungle Lodge, Kanha nights 6-7

Located in the Maikal Hills near Kanha National Park, this jungle lodge is surrounded by open grassland, providing the perfect vantage point to observe wildlife. Amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and an al fresco dining area with a covered deck.

Bandhav Vilas, Bandhavgarh nights 8-9

Set on the edge of the Bandhavgarh National, in the Vindhya Hills, this jungle resort takes guests to the home of the majestic tiger. A restaurant serves international dishes and there’s an outdoor swimming pool, a library, a lounge, and massage rooms.

Hotel Chandela, Khajuraho night 10

This hotel is the perfect combination of modern luxury and Indian tradition and is located close to a range of sightseeing opportunities and cultural landmarks. A restaurant serves local and international dishes, and there’s a charming garden and an indoor swimming pool.

Tajview-IHCL Selection, Agra nights 11-12

With views of the famous Taj Mahal, this five-star hotel sits amongst six acres of manicured gardens and offers a sprawling, tiled outdoor swimming pool. Guests have access to three dining options, including a rooftop eatery and a polished cocktail bar, a gym, and a spa.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai

Parshvanatha Temple, Khajuraho

Spotted Owlet, Pench National Park

15-day escorted tour from £3,085

Authentic India

Forge meaningful connections, partake in local initiatives, and support sustainability efforts through responsible excursions and interactions.

Small-Group

You’ll be part of a group ranging from 16 to 24 travellers, enabling you to dig deeper and explore off the beaten track.

Day One – Fly to Delhi Board your overnight flight for the journey to India.

Day Two – Arrive in Delhi and visit the Qutub Minar A transfer will take you to the hotel. The exploration will begin with a visit to one of Delhi’s most historical monuments, Qutub Minar. Then traverse the bustling city in various modes of local transport, including a tuk-tuk, the Metro and a rickshaw.

Day Three – Included tour of Old Delhi, culinary walking tour, visit to a local women’s organisation and tea with retreat owner Set off on a morning sightseeing excursion of Old Delhi, encompassing the Jama Masjid Mosque, Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb, and Agrasen-Ki Baoli, a centuries-old stepwell. An exhilarating rickshaw ride around Chandni Chowk will serve as another memorable highlight. Later, journey on a culinary walking tour around Old Delhi. Pass by India Gate, the Red Fort, the grand government buildings, and the Parliament House. In the afternoon, visit an organisation that is dedicated to women's empowerment and child education.

An evening tea with Mrs Khanna, the owner of Colonel's Retreat, offers an opportunity to learn about her entrepreneurial journey.

Day Four – Train journey to Agra, included visit to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, and lunch at Sheroes’ Hangout Board the coach to the railway station. Then travel on the highspeed Gatiman Express to Agra. Once you’ve arrived in Agra, your exploration of the city will begin with visits to two of its most famed landmarks. The first stop will be the Taj Mahal, and you’ll get to see the famed monument of love up close, glistening in the sunshine. Next, visit the red sandstone Agra Fort. After the morning's sightseeing, head to a restaurant for lunch, Sheroes’ Hangout, which empowers remarkable women who have overcome chemical burns. Post-lunch, leave the city for rural Rajasthan to a tranquil village retreat.

Day Five – Included visit to Chand Baori Stepwell and local activities Wake up in a serene paradise and then embark on a morning excursion to Chand Baori Stepwell. Adjacent to the stepwells, you’ll find the Harshat Mata Temple. Perhaps take advantage of the inhouse activities at the retreat and then engage in a talk with the manager of the retreat.

Day Six – Included farm and family home visit on route to Jaipur Venture on a scenic

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• Early Morning Cycle Tour of Udaipur – from £49

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The 'Palace of Winds', Jaipur

India Gate, Delhi

Red Fort, Delhi

Abhaneri Agra

Udaipur Jaipur

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drive to Jaipur, the ‘Pink City’ and capital of Rajasthan. Along the way, stop at Ikaki Bagh, an organic farm located just outside the city, which is centred around eco-friendly practices. Later, call at a family home in Jaipur, and be welcomed into the traditional Rajasthani hospitality. In the evening, the tour will stop at Birla Mandir. Your visit coincides with the evening aarti, the Hindu ceremony of light.

Day Seven – Included visit to Amber Fort and Jaipur city tour Journey by Jeep to Amber, the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire and home of the extraordinary hill-top Amber Fort. After you’ve visited the fort, you’ll get to learn about its ancient water harvesting system, partake in a workshop at a block printing studio, and visit a workshop where paper is made from elephant dung. The exploration of Jaipur continues with a sightseeing tour, including the City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal. To appreciate the old part of the city from another angle, you’ll board electric ecofriendly rickshaws operated by well-trained women drivers from low-income households. Take a break and travel to the Marigold Hotel for afternoon tea.

Day Eight – Included visits to local markets and a cookery demonstration The tour will take

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Colonel’s Retreat, Delhi nights 2-3

Set in a quiet location in the country's capital, this B&B retreat provides a peaceful place to stay with a rooftop dining area, overlooking the city.

Dera Village, Abhaneri nights 4-5

Surrounded by the Aravalli Hills and located away from the city, this authentic village allows guests to recharge in natural surroundings. 16 well-equipped, contemporary cottages are built to resemble traditional tribal huts.

Ikaki Niwas, Jaipur* nights 6-8

A charming boutique guesthouse ideally located in close distance to many of the city’s main sights.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Set off on a tour of Old Delhi's famous landmarks

• Embark on a culinary walking tour in Old Delhi

• Board a train to Agra and view the Taj Mahal

• Explore the majestic, red sandstone Agra Fort

• Discover Jaipur’s Chand Baori Stepwell

• Observe the eco-friendly practices of an organic farm

• Spend time in the home of a family in Jaipur

• See Birla Mandir and an evening aarti ceremony

• Visit the extraordinary hill-top, Amber Fort

• Travel around Jaipur on an electric eco-friendly rickshaw

• Savour afternoon tea at the Marigold Hotel

• Travel by train to Udaipur and set sail across Lake Pichola

• Walk through the Ahmedabad flower market

• Survey Mumbai’s highlights on a guided tour

• 13 nights’ carefully chosen half-board accommodation with 13 breakfasts, four lunches, and 13 dinners, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Return flights to Delhi, returning from Mumbai, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

a culinary turn, beginning with a walk through a local market. In the afternoon, join the women from a local family on a visit to a vegetable market. You’ll then be shown how to cook traditional dishes with a local family and be guided by the expertise of your hosts as you prepare a meal.

Day Nine – Train journey to Udaipur and lake cruise Travel early to the railway station and board a train to Udaipur, the ‘City of Lakes’ set around artificial lakes and home to a collection of magnificent royal residences. Have some time to relax before embarking on a boat ride across Lake Pichola. In the evening, visit a local temple, where you’ll get to witness another aarti ceremony.

Day 10 – Optional morning cycle tour of Udaipur with included lunch Join an optional early morning cycle tour of Udaipur. A city tour will then commence, stopping by the majestic City Palace, Jagdish Temple and the gardens of Saheliyon-kiBari. You’ll then enjoy a special Thali lunch and the rest of the day will be at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.

Day 11 – Travel to Ahmedabad Head off on a morning drive to Ahmedabad. In the afternoon, you’ll meet a rickshaw driver, dedicated to the concept of ‘gifting forward’.

Day 12 – Included excursion around Ahmedabad Dive into the heart of the city with a visit to the enchanting flower market. The tour will continue with a heritage walk through the historic streets of Old Ahmedabad. A well-deserved break and tea will be enjoyed at a local haveli. Later in the day, visit the Sabarmati Ashram. Next, see the 15th-century Dada Hari Stepwell and Shreyas Folk Museum.

Day 13 – Train journey to Mumbai Travel to the railway station for the train to Mumbai and the rest of the day will be free.

Day 14 – Optional Mumbai by dawn excursion and included city tour An optional excursion is available this morning to explore the city as the sun rises. You’ll then venture on a guided tour of Mumbai, visiting the Prince of Wales Museum, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Dhobi Ghat, an open-air laundry, and the Gateway of India.

Day 15 – Fly back to the UK Travel to the airport for your return flight to the UK, arriving later this afternoon.

Please note: This tour includes several activities and makes use of services that support local female empowerment.

Guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool with a terrace, a library, and a restaurant.

Udaipur Mahendra Prakash, Udaipur* nights 9-10

A family-run haveli-style hotel, centrally located close to the local markets. A restaurant overlooks an outdoor swimming pool, ringed by sunbeds and there’s a pretty garden and rooftop with views of the City Palace.

The House of MG, Ahmedabad nights 11-12

A premier boutique hotel and one of the oldest buildings in the city, housed in a restored Baroque-style building dating back to 1924. Made up of courtyards, lush gardens and archways, the

property features an indoor swimming pool, an open-air café, a fine dining restaurant, a gym, and a spa. Refined guestrooms have TVs, Wi-Fi, handcrafted furniture, and beautiful fabrics.

Trident Nariman Point, Mumbai nights 13-14

Overlooking the serene Arabian Sea, this stylish hotel is ideally located in Mumbai. The hotel has a restaurant and bar, and guestrooms have views of Marine Drive and include free Wi-Fi, tea/coffeemaking facilities, hairdryers, TVs, and safes.

Taj Mahal, Agra

Chand Baori Stepwell, Abhaneri

Qutub Minar, Delhi

India's Golden Triangle, Tigers & Amritsar's Golden Temple

A guided exploration exclusively for solo like-minded travellers, encompassing everything from the country’s most famed architectural wonders to its spectacular wilderness.

Solo

Amritsar

Day One – Fly to Delhi You’ll fly overnight to the Indian capital of Delhi.

Day Two – Arrival in Delhi Upon arrival in Delhi, you’ll be met by your friendly tour manager who’ll transfer you to your hotel. In the evening, your tour manager will give the group an outline of the itinerary as you enjoy a welcome drink. After the briefing, a welcome dinner will be served, and you’ll have a chance to meet your fellow travellers.

Day Three – Included tour of Old Delhi and a rickshaw ride Set off on a tour Old Delhi, where you’ll witness the vibrant culture and rich history of this bustling city. Marvel at the stunning Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, and take a rickshaw ride through the winding alleys of Chandni Chowk, known for its markets and street food. The coach will also drive past the iconic Red Fort, a UNESCO Word Heritage Site, and a symbol of India's rich history and architectural prowess. For lunch, the group will head to the famous Chor Bizarre Restaurant, where you can savour some of the best of Northern Indian cuisine while surrounded by antique artefacts and vintage cars. You’ll then drive past some of Delhi’s most popular

landmarks, including India Gate, President House, and Parliament House. There will also be an opportunity to ride with the local people and experience Delhi’s metro system. Later in the afternoon, you’ll be taken on a visit to the majestic Humayun's Tomb, a stunning example of Mughal architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day Four – Included train travel to Amritsar, and a Palki ceremony at the Golden Temple Transfer to the New Delhi Railway Station. Here, you’ll board a train for a scenic journey to Amritsar, home to one of the most revered places of worship for the Sikh community, the Golden Temple. Once you’ve had dinner at the hotel’s restaurant, the group will travel to the grandiose Golden Temple. During the visit, you’ll witness the Palki ceremony, which translates to the ‘putting to bed’ ceremony.

Day Five – Included Golden Temple tour and visit to the Jallianwala Bagh, and the IndoPakistani border Embark on another excursion to the Golden Temple. Your tour manager will take you on a journey through the temple's rich history and cultural significance. The next stop of the day is Jallianwala Bagh, a public

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Agra Fort, Agra

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This tour is made up exclusively of solo travellers.

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Humayun's Tomb, New Dehli

Golden Temple, Amritsar

garden that stood witness to one of the most horrific events in Indian history - the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. As late afternoon comes around, you’ll travel a short distance to the Indo-Pakistani border crossing at Wagah.

Day Six – Included flight to Delhi and drive to Jaipur You have an exciting day of travel ahead after breakfast, as you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight to Delhi. Once you’ve touched town in Delhi, a coach will collect the group and drive you to Jaipur, the ‘Pink City’, known for its magnificent palaces and forts.

Day Seven – Included city tour of Jaipur and optional evening walking tour Today, you’ll be taken to the Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was once the stronghold of the Kachwaha clan. As you ascend to the vast 16thcentury fort in a Jeep, you'll be struck by the sheer size and beauty of the construction. You can enjoy lunch at your leisure this afternoon before the group heads out on a guided tour, which includes visits to the City Palace, the royal residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur, and the Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory built in the 18th century. You'll also drive past the Hawa Mahal, a stunning palace with intricate lattice work that allowed royal

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at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Experience the vibrancy of Old Delhi with a rickshaw ride through its narrow lanes

• Take a scenic train journey to the holy city of Amritsar

• Witness the Palki Ceremony at the Golden Temple and learn about the Sikh religion

• Explore the vast Amber Fort in Jaipur with a Jeep ride through the rugged terrain up to the ramparts

• Discover the rich history of Jaipur during a city tour, covering the famed Hawa Mahal and City Palace

• Learn about the tigers of Ranthambore with a talk by a naturalist who’ll provide insights into the behaviour of these big cats

• Embark on safaris into Ranthambhore National Park, offering a rare opportunity to see animals up close

• Visit one of the wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal, at sunrise, followed by a visit to the historic Agra Fort, providing a glimpse into India's rich past

• 10 nights' carefully chosen half-board accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Return flights to Delhi, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

women to watch street processions without being seen. For those looking for further exploration, an optional evening walking tour is available.

Day Eight – Included transfer to Ranthambore National Park and a tiger talk with a naturalist Venture on the next leg of the trip, which takes you to Ranthambore National Park, a former royal hunting ground, and one of the largest and most famous national parks in Northern Indian. Later in the day, an experienced naturalist will host a talk about the tigers, which inhabit the surrounding park, and you’ll get to learn about the habitat, behaviour, and conservation of these endangered cats.

Day Nine – Included morning and afternoon safaris You’ll rise early this morning and head out on a safari into the heart of the park.

Accompanied by a naturalist and travelling in an open-air vehicle, you’ll navigate the landscape of rugged hills, verdant forests and shimmering lakes. In the afternoon, you can set off on another safari, alongside the guide, learning more about the local flora and fauna living across the diverse terrain, as you go.

Eros Hotel, Delhi nights 2-3

Standing only a short walk from the Lotus Temple, this hotel boasts magnificent views and luxurious interiors. There is also an outdoor swimming pool and a private retail area. Welcomehotel by ITC, Amritsar nights 4-5

Vintage architecture, a colonnaded exterior and expansive lush grounds make for a sublime setting and stay. Set just a short drive from the Golden Temple, this hotel housed, within a mansion, dating back to the 1900s, offers sophisticated guestrooms with mini-bars, TVs, and Wi-Fi. Shahpura House, Jaipur nights 6-7

This boutique hotel, with Aravalli Mountain views, is housed in a 300-year-old royal residence that has been restored and converted into a beautiful heritage property.

Day 10 – Included visit to Abhaneri and transfer to Agra Travel to the city of Abhaneri, famous for its stepwells, which date back to the 9th-century. Lunch will be served at a nearby local restaurant before you head to Agra, India’s ‘City of Love’ and the site of the Taj Mahal.

Day 11 – Included sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with afternoon at leisure Start your day in a truly unforgettable way by joining an excursion to view the Taj Mahal at dawn. You’ll get to watch the sun rise over this white marble mausoleum, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. You’ll then return for breakfast at the hotel and afterwards, the group will be taken to the Agra Fort, a grand red sandstone fortress that served as the residence of Mughal emperors for over three centuries.

Day 12 – Drive to Delhi, farewell dinner and fly to UK Later in the afternoon, you’ll be driven back to Delhi, where a farewell dinner will be served at a local restaurant. You’ll then be driven to the airport for your overnight flight to the UK.

Day 13 – UK arrival Land back in the UK this morning at the end of your tour.

Ranthambore Regency Hotel, Ranthambhore nights 8-9

A resort set near the entrance of Ranthambore National Park and an ideal base for wildlife enthusiasts who want to explore. Guestrooms are well equipped with marble floors, traditional artwork, tea/coffee-making facilities, air conditioning, TVs, and mini-bars.

Grand Mercure, Agra nights 10-11 Tasteful guestrooms encompass air conditioning, TVs, mini-bars, and tea/coffee-making facilities and all have views towards the Taj Mahal.

Taj Mahal, Agra

Bengal Tiger, Ranthambore National Park City Palace, Jaipur

Shahpura House, Jaipur

Welcomhotel by ITC, Amritsar

18-day escorted tour from £2,865

Kerala & India’s Beautiful South

Explore an idyllic land of ancient ports, labyrinthine backwaters and forested uplands dotted with colourful temples and tea plantations.

Day One – Fly to India Fly overnight to Bangalore.

Day Two – Travel to your hotel in Bangalore

Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and transfer to your welcoming hotel in the thriving city of Bangalore. Enjoy the chance to rest and relax and with a first dinner at the hotel.

Day Three – Included Bangalore tour and travel to Mysore Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Bangalore, where highlights will include the 16th-century Bull Temple. You’ll then journey across the plain to charming Mysore, where you’ll have an evening at leisure.

Day Four – Included tour of Mysore Take in Mysore’s spectacular, domed Maharaja’s Palace, then visit the Railway Museum. This afternoon, head to Somnathpur to see the Keshava Vishnu temple. Return to Mysore to witness the extraordinary sight of the illuminated Maharaja’s Palace – a tour highlight.

Day Five – Rail travel to Ooty Board the coach for the scenic journey into the foothills of the Western Ghat mountains. En route, travel past the forests of the Bandipur National Park and by afternoon, you’ll arrive in famed Ooty (a shortened version of its less pronounceable name Udhagamandalam).

Day Six – Ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway Board the historic, narrow-gauge Nilgiri Blue Mountain Railway to journey down through the spectacular hills to plantation town, Coonoor for lunch. Tour a tea factory before returning to Ooty where you'll visit the quintessentially British botanical gardens and St Stephen's Church as well as the local market.

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Day Seven – Rail travel to Kochi Transfer to Coimbatore Station to board the Ernakulam Express, which will speed you in air-conditioned  comfort into Kerala. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel in Kochi, where dinner will be served this evening.

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• Periyar Guided Trek (half day) – from £20

• Kalaripayattu Show Excursion (Evening) – from £22

Room for Sole Use from £848

Please note: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to India. Please see page 222 for further information.

Local laws prohibit some hotels in Kerala from selling alcohol.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Tour departures in 2024 are of the same duration but follow a slightly different pattern of overnight stays. Please refer to our website for full details.

Pancha Rathas, Mahabalipuram

Meenakshi Temple, Madurai

Houseboat, Kerala

Day Eight – Included tour of Kochi and dance performance Today, you’ll set off an included guided tour of historic Kochi, including ‘Dutch’ Mattancherry Palace and enchanting Fort Kochi. This evening, experience a traditional Kathakali dance performance, a colourful spectacle.

Day Nine – Cruise on a traditional houseboat Travel to Alleppey to board a traditional, thatchedroofed kettuvallam houseboat to lazily cruise the labyrinth of waterways lined by coconut groves and dotted with temples. This evening, enjoy a guided walk through a traditional Keralan village. Day 10 – Travel to Periyar and included visit to a spice plantation and optional excursion to Kalaripayattu Journey up into a lush, rolling landscape to Periyar for a two-night stay. After check-in, join the guide to explore the spice plantation, then enjoy dinner and a cooking demonstration at the hotel. Afterwards, you can choose to go on an optional excursion to Kalaripayattu in Periyar.

Day 11 – Optional excursion to Periyar’s Wildlife Sanctuary This morning, rest and relax or join the optional excursion into the Wildlife Sanctuary. This afternoon, complete your visit to enchanting Periyar with a boat ride on serene Periyar Lake.

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Radisson Blu Atria, Bangalore night 2

This hotel has a restaurant, coffee shop, bar and a swimming pool.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Mysore nights 3-4

The guestrooms are contemporary and all have a TV, mini-bar and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Fortune Resort Sullivan Court, Ooty nights 5-6

This hotel has a restaurant and, in colonial style, a charming bar.

Trident Hotel, Kochi nights 7-8

The hotel offers a restaurant, a bar and an Ayurvedic Therapy Centre.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Fly into modern Bangalore, India’s ‘Garden City’

• Cross the Mysore Plateau and visit ancient Srirangapatna

• See Mysore’s beautifully illuminated Maharaja’s Palace

• Journey through the idyllic foothills of the Western Ghats

• Ride from hill-station Ooty through stunning scenery on the 'Toy Train' and visit a tea plantation with lunch

• Travel to Kochi by Express Train

• Visit idyllic Periyar's Wildlife Sanctuary

• Explore temple-town Madurai

• Enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride to Madurai’s colourful markets

• Discover French colonial, Pondicherry

• Relax in seaside resort, Mahabalipuram

• Enjoy a panoramic tour of Chennai

• 14 nights’ carefully chosen half-board accommodation, one night’s full-board accommodation on a traditional Keralan houseboat, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Outbound flight to Bangalore via Dubai, returning from Chennai via Dubai, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day 12 – Travel to Madurai Journey east into Tamil Nadu, where you’ll spend the next two nights in Madurai, one of Asia’s oldest cities. Soak up the atmosphere of this unforgettable metropolis, dominated by the vast, colourful Meenakshi temple.

Day 13 – Included tour of Madurai A guided sightseeing tour introduces the Old City, where the ornately carved façade, shrines and quartet of towering gopurams of the temple are the breath-taking highlights. This evening, journey by cycle-rickshaw from the hotel to discover the city’s narrow, bustling streets and colourful market.

Day 14 – Journey to French-speaking Pondicherry A scenic journey takes you to Pondicherry, a decidedly Gallic-influenced town that boasts an authentic Hôtel de Ville, where French is still widely spoken. Enjoy an overnight stay in a place that formed a backdrop to Yann Martel’s seminal novel Life of Pi

Day 15 – Explore Pondicherry This morning, pay a visit to the Pondicherry Museum, with its diverse collection of artefacts, before you join a cycle rickshaw ride through the colonial French Quarter.

Day 16 – Included tour of Mahabalipuram Journey north to coastal Mahabalipuram for a last

night's stay. A sightseeing tour includes a visit to the extraordinary 8th-century Shore Temple. This afternoon, rest and relax on the beach for a few hours before having a farewell dinner at the hotel.

Day 17 – Explore Chennai before flying home Bid farewell to your hosts and transfer to Chennai, where you’ll embark on a guided tour of India’s fourth-largest city. After the tour you’ll be transferred to Chennai Airport for the return overnight flight home.

Day 18 – Arrive home Arrive back in the UK at the end of a colourful, enthralling journey.

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Keralan Houseboat, Alleppey night 9

A traditional thatched houseboat that is simple, but comfortable, with private facilities, three crew members and a chef.

Greenwoods, Periyar nights 10-11

Close to the wildlife park, this hotel offers a restaurant, bar, pool and spa, as well as a tree-house coffee-shop.

The Taj Gateway Hotel, Madurai nights 12-13

A colonial-style hotel located at the base of the Kodai Hills and ringed by a tropical garden.

The Residency Towers, Pondicherry night 14-15

Located in the heart of the city, the property has three restaurants, a spa and indoor swimming pool. All guestrooms have a TV, mini-bar, safe and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Welcomhotel By ITC, Mahabalipuram night 16

A beautiful beachfront hotel with an infinity swimming pool, restaurant and an outdoor bar overlooking the Bay of Bengal. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature a patio or balcony, mini-bar, TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, and Wi-Fi.

Tea Plantations, Kerala

Fishing Nets, Kochi

Waterways, Kerala

11-day escorted tour from £3,599

India's South – Kerala & Madurai’s Temples

Madurai’s ancient temples and Kerala’s striking mountain vistas provide the perfect backdrop for a truly unique solo travel experience.

Day One – Fly to Kochi Begin your South Indian adventure with an overnight flight to Kochi

Day Two – Day at leisure and included evening Kathakali performance Meet your tour manager at the airport before transferring to your local hotel. This evening, admire the intricate choreography, glorious costumes and colourful make-up of a traditional Kathakali dance performance before a welcome dinner at the hotel.

Day Three – Travel to Munnar and evening at leisure The first full day in Kerala will see you board your coach for a scenic journey eastward to Munnar, a former resort town hidden amongst rolling hills and tea plantations. As you drive into the mountains, be sure to take in the truly impressive sights of the Keralan countryside from its palm-lined roadsides to vibrant green hills. You’ll then be free to spend the evening as you see fit.

Day Four – Included tour of a local tea plantation and visit to the Tata Tea Museum Tea lovers rejoice; this will be the day for you! Fuel yourself for the morning with breakfast at your hotel and look back into Munnar’s history of tea production with a guided tour

of a local plantation. You’ll be offered a comprehensive insight into the life cycle of one of the UK’s favourite beverages, from the tea tree plantations to its drying, threshing and packaging in a neighbouring factory. Afterwards, stop in at the Tata Tea Museum, which chronicles the development and popularisation of tea in the local area. Witness the evolution of the tea-making process under the British Raj with a wide range of antique machinery and original photographs telling the tale of such humble crops.

Day Five – Travel to Madurai and optional ‘Going to Bed’ ceremony at Sri Meenakshi Temple Journey to Madurai, home to the worldfamous Sri Meenakshi Temple. As you drive through Munnar’s mountainous terrain, take in the city’s skyline, dominated by its magnificent gopurams, or gate towers. Arriving in Madurai, settle into your new hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure. After dinner, you'll have the opportunity to pay an evening visit to Sri Meenakshi Temple for its extraordinary ‘Going to Bed’ ceremony. Experience an authentic Hindu tradition with this celebration of colour, dance and music which, sees images of the temple’s patron goddess, Meenakshi (or

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• Excursion – from £XXX

• Periyar Nature Trek – from £35

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Please note: Local laws prohibit some hotels in Kerala from selling alcohol. The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately 30 minutes.

Please note: The order of the itinerary may change as some activities are weather dependent. The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately four hours.

Thousand Pillar Hall, Madurai

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This tour is made up exclusively of solo travellers.

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Meenakshi Temple, Madurai

Periyar National Park, Kerala

Parvati), reunited with her consort, Shiva, for the night’s rest.

Day Six – Included rickshaw ride and sightseeing tour of Madurai Wake up in Madurai's Old City. Venture out for your tour where the ornately carved façade, colonnades, shrines and quartet of towering gopurams of the Meenakshi temple are the breath-taking highlight. Enjoy a rickshaw ride, a popular mode of transport in India’s busy inner cities, on the way to Madurai’s local market. After time to browse the city’s market stalls, continue the excursion with a visit to the 17th-century Thirumalai Nayak Mahal. This grand palace, built in dramatic Indo-Saracenic style, served as the seat of the Nayak dynasty’s power for over 200 years and is a true feast for the eyes. Look out for the Mahal’s vibrant stuccocovered walls and its delicate frescos, depicting ancient Hindu history and mythology. This evening, head back out of the hotel for a culinary walking tour. Join your fellow guests for a walk around the local market and taste some of the best local treats that the city has to offer. Indulge yourself in a celebration of South Indian scents and flavours, sampling the very best signature dishes of Madurai’s local eateries.

your hotels

Casino Hotel, Kochi nights 2 & 10

An oasis on Kochi’s neighbouring Willingdon Island, this hotel offers the perfect retreat away from the bustle and noise of the coastal city. There’s also an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a bar and a buffet restaurant.

Amber Dale Resort, Munnar nights 3-4

Nestled in Munnar’s rolling hills, this resort is surrounded by verdant scenery. There is a spa offering Ayurvedic treatments, a gym and a restaurant serving local delicacies as well as familiar continental dishes. Sleek guestrooms have TVs, safes, free Wi-Fi and mini-bars.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover Kochi’s landmarks with a sightseeing tour of the coastal metropolis and witness its famous Chinese fishing nets

• Cruise along Kerala’s backwater with an overnight stay on a Kettuvallam (traditional South Indian houseboat)

• Glide along the tranquil waters of Periyar Lake during a wildlife cruise

• Witness a thrilling Kalaripayattu (traditional South Indian martial arts) performance in Thekkady and an authentic Kathakali dance

• Experience India’s thriving spice and tea industries with guided tours, from plantations to packaging factories

• Explore Madurai’s rich history and enjoy a rickshaw ride around some of its most famous highlights

• Observe the sacred ‘Going to Bed’ ceremony at Meenakshi Temple

• Eight nights’ carefully chosen half-board accommodation with one nights full-board accommodation aboard a houseboat in Alleppey, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Kochi, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day Seven – Travel to Thekkady and included traditional Kalaripayattu performance This morning, enjoy a scenic drive eastwards to Thekkady, bordering the breath-taking Periyar National Park. Upon arrival, check into your resort hotel and relax as you see fit ahead of your evening entertainment. As the sun sets over Kerala, join the other guests for an evening of traditional Indian martial arts performances known as Kalaripayattu

Days Eight – Included tour of a spice plantation and Periyar Lake boat ride with optional morning hike Rise early this morning, if you wish, for an optional hike along the Periyar nature trek accompanied by a local guide. This adventure, deep into the pristine landscapes of the Periyar National Park, offers an unmissable opportunity to witness Kerala’s local wildlife in its untouched natural habitat. Reconnecting with the rest of your group, you’ll then delve into the mysteries and history of Indian tea and spices with a tour of a local spice plantation. You’ll then drive deep into the heart of the Periyar National Park, which is an important sanctuary for a wide variety of native wildlife, for a relaxing afternoon boat ride on the park’s lakes.

Day Nine – Travel to Alleppey and included backwaters’ houseboat cruise After breakfast, your group will make the short drive to Alleppey with its winding canals and backwaters. You’ll board a traditional, thatch roofed Kettuvallam houseboat for a lazy cruise through a labyrinth of canals and waterways. Sit back and relax as you witness Kerala’s natural world at its untouched best while you glide past coconut groves, rice fields and ancient temples. Enjoy the afternoon’s cruise, with lunch and dinner provided, and settle into your cabin for a night on board.

Day 10 – Return to Kochi and included tour of the city Wake up on the tranquil Alleppey backwaters. Make the short journey back to Kochi where you’ll discover the historic city’s most iconic sights with an included guided tour. Witness the exquisite murals of 'Dutch' Mattancherry Palace, the ancient Jewish synagogue and Fort Kochi, home to the famous Chinese fishing nets that have become one of India’s most photographed sights. Check into the hotel this evening for your final night in the Indian south.

Day 11 – Return flight to the UK Travel to the airport for your flight back home.

Fortune Pandiyan, Madurai nights 5-6

A modern paradise set within expansive landscaped gardens, this hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool, gym, and a range of dining options from its bar, bakery, and multi-cuisine restaurant. Guestrooms are equipped with tea/coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi, safes, and complimentary toiletries.

Greenwoods Resort, Thekkady nights 7-8

Set in manicured grounds, this resort offers a step back into nature from the comfort of modern life. There is an outdoor swimming pool, a gym, a lounge, and a souvenir shop. The resort also has a restaurant, serving Keralan cuisine, from its open-air tandoor, and a treehouse bar. Elegantly furnished

guestrooms are generously sized and feature private balconies or terraced views of the resort’s greenery and are air-conditioned throughout.

Lakes & Lagoons Houseboat, Alleppey night 9

Stay in a traditional thatched houseboat with two or three cabins, all with private facilities. Three crew members, including a chef, will take care of you throughout your stay on board. Cruising will take place during daylight hours and the vessel will be moored at night.

Keralan Houseboat, Alleppey

Tea Plantations, Kerala Chinese Fishing Nets, Kochi

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India

& Nepal

– Tigers, Taj & Temples

Discover the glorious Golden Triangle cities, Ranthambore’s protected tigers, and the ancient land in the shadow of the mighty Himalayas.

Day One – Fly to Delhi Your holiday begins with an overnight flight from the UK to Delhi.

Day Two – Included Delhi sightseeing tour

Arrive in Delhi, meet your tour manager and transfer to your hotel for lunch. This afternoon, explore the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque and the ornate Qutb Minar tower on a guided tour.

Day Three – Delhi guided tour and Agra’s Taj Mahal at sunset This morning, a guided tour of the Old City will reveal Jama Masjid Mosque and Raj Ghat, Gandhi’s cremation site. You’ll also see the Red Fort and take a rickshaw ride through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk. Later, you’ll plot a course for Agra, India’s 'City of Love' and the site of the exquisite Taj Mahal.

Day Four – See Abhaneri’s stepwell and journey to Ranthambhore Start your day with the unforgettable view of the Taj Mahal at dawn, seen from across the Yamuna River. Later, you’ll visit Abhaneri, a small town famed for its amazing baoris (stepwells) and the mighty Harshat Mata Temple. Leaving Abhaneri you’ll travel to Ranthambhore National Park. After lunch, you’re free to relax for the afternoon, then in the evening enjoy the ‘tiger

talk’ with a local naturalist, in preparation for tomorrow’s adventure.

Day Five – Included Ranthambhore safaris This morning you’ll enjoy the first of two guided tours in search of some of the park’s most revered inhabitants; striped hyenas, sambar deer, sloth bears and of course tigers - perhaps even a leopard. After lunch, there will be another chance to see these and many other wonderful creatures at close quarters on your second guided tour into the park.

Day Six – Optional Ranthambhore Fort and travel to Jaipur An optional excursion this morning brings the chance to visit Ranthambhore Fort. You’ll then travel through Rajasthan to Jaipur, India’s ‘Pink City’.

Day Seven – Included visit to Amber Fort and Jaipur city tour Visit Amber, the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire. Climb by Jeep to the Fort, and marvel at the royal halls and the splendid views from the ramparts. This afternoon, enjoy an included sightseeing tour of Jaipur, introducing the 'Palace of the Winds', the City Palace and the amazing astronomical observatory built by the city’s founder Jai Singh II. Dinner tonight is with a local family in Jaipur.

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Please note: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to India and Nepal. Please see page 222 for further information.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

The Himalayas, Nepal

Bengal Tiger, Chitwan National Park

'Palace of the Winds', Jaipur

Day Eight – Visit Bhangarh Fort en route to Vanaashrya Bid farewell to Jaipur and journey across the desert plain to Vanaashrya. En route, you’ll make a stop at the atmospheric ruined fort of Bhangarh, dating from the 17th century, where you’ll enjoy a welcome tea or coffee. Continue to Vanaashrya and your private cottage for two nights.

Day Nine – Included Vanaashrya village visit and cookery demonstration Hop onto a camel cart and visit the local village. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing – perhaps by the pool - before a pre-dinner cookery demonstration with the chef.

Day 10 – Fly to Kathmandu Today, you'll transfer to the airport for the short flight to the Nepalese capital, Kathmandu, set in the foothills of the Himalayas, and as colourful, bustling and intoxicating a city as any on Earth. On arrival, your local guide and coach will be waiting to take you to visit Patan city where, you can enjoy a walking tour before going to the hotel.

Dinner this evening will be at the legendary Rum Doodle restaurant in the company of a Sherpa or Everest summiteer who'll answer all of your questions about the world's ultimate climb.

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Sheraton New Delhi Hotel, Delhi night 2

All the guestrooms are very well appointed, and each has a tea/coffee-maker, TV, mini-bar and fridge.

Trident, Agra night 3

Close to the Taj Mahal and laid out around its swimming pool and beautifully landscaped garden. Ranthambore Regency Hotel, Ranthambore nights 4-5

A family-run hotel situated very close to the national park entrance. Set around a courtyard, the property encompasses a lawned area with sun beds, a pool, a restaurant, a bar, and a spa.

at a glance...

Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover and explore Old and New Delhi

• Journey to the Taj Mahal

• Search for Ranthambore’s tigers on two safaris

• Spend two nights in Jaipur and visit Amber Fort

• Stay in the jungle resort of Vanaashrya

• Fly to the Nepalese capital, Kathmandu

• Eat dinner in the climbers' restaurant, Rum Doodle

• Journey to Pokhara, a Himalayan idyll

• See the sun rise over the Annapurna Range

• Experience two nights in Chitwan National Park

• Enjoy a canoe trip and Jeep safari

• 15 nights' dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation with eight lunches in a series of four- and five-star standard hotels, plus one night on the aircraft

• Return flights to Delhi, an internal flight, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day 11 – Included Kathmandu sightseeing tour

Enjoy a guided tour of the Nepalese capital. Highlights will include the UNESCO -listed Old City and the temples and pagodas of Durbar Square.

Day 12 – Travel to Pokhara Leaving Kathmandu, today, you’ll follow a scenic route through the Himalayan foothills to Pokhara on the shores of Lake Phewa.

Day 13 – Climb Sarangkot Hill and explore Pokhara Wake before dawn to drive a short way to Sarangkot Hill. Climb to the viewing platform, approximately 45 minutes up and at times steep but a safe walk from the halfway station. You’ll return to the hotel for breakfast before a fascinating day of visits to beautiful Davis Falls, the Tibetan Refugee Camp and the Gurkha Memorial Museum, as well as an afternoon cruise on Lake Phewa.

Day 14 – Travel to Chitwan National Park This morning your coach, will take you west to Chitwan National Park and the Jungle Villa resort. Enjoy lunch on arrival, before an afternoon ox-cart ride to a local Tharu.

Day 15 – Included wildlife tours and evening tribal performance Rise early this morning to join a guide for a canoe trip along the Rapti River. After

a visit to the Crocodile Breeding Centre, return to the hotel for breakfast, followed by an exciting Jeep safari. This evening, end your stay with a traditional tribal dance performance.

Day 16 – Included Kathmandu tour and evening cultural dance show Today, you’ll return to Kathmandu for your final night. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant with a cultural dance show.

Day 17 – Fly home Transfer to the airport this morning and board your daytime flight home.

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Shahpura House, Jaipur nights 6-7

A gem in downtown Jaipur, this heritage hotel has beautiful lawns and gardens, a restaurant and a bar, an outdoor swimming pool and a gift shop.

Vanaashrya, Rajgarh night 8-9

Set in the foothills of the Aravali Range, around a lake, the luxury cottage accommodation provides all the modern comforts, including air conditioning, your own bathroom and a private terrace.

Hotel Yak & Yeti, Kathmandu nights 10-11 & 16

This centrally located city hotel has impressive grounds and a large swimming pool as well as a

restaurant and a bar. All the guestrooms are stylish and have modern facilities.

Temple Tree Resort and Spa, Pokhara nights 12-13

In a beautiful setting with spectacular views of the Annapurna mountains, this rustic, yet modern resort boasts pretty landscaped gardens that lead to Fewa Lake.

Jungle Villa Resort, Chitwan nights 14-15

The resort has a restaurant and a bar. If the weather is fine, meals are taken outdoors.

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Follow the Mekong –Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam

Take the journey of a lifetime through South East Asia’s verdant lands, experiencing unforgettable ‘must-see, must-do’ highlights.

Day One – Fly to Thailand Fly overnight on via Singapore to Bangkok.

Day Two – Day at leisure Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and transfer to your hotel. Relax and enjoy the hotel’s facilities, or explore under your own steam.

Day Three – Included floating markets and Bangkok city tour Immerse yourself in Thai culture, on a full-day sightseeing tour. Your first stop will be the colourful floating markets at Damnoen Saduak. Watch as the locals buy fresh produce from the traders on the boats, then head back into Bangkok for a guided tour. See the Royal Island, where the Grand Palace adjoins the Wat Phra Kaew temple with its Emerald Buddha, as well as the less formal Wat Pho temple, home to the gigantic Reclining Buddha.

Day Four – Day at leisure, or optional River Kwai excursion Enjoy the city, or join the optional excursion through a fascinating countryside of rice fields and sugar-cane plantations, and on into the jungle to explore the part of the world forever associated with WWII – the construction of the infamous ‘Death Railway’ and the ‘Bridge over the River Kwai’.

Day Five – Travel from Thailand to Cambodia

An early start sees you journey through a stunning rural landscape barely changed in centuries, crossing into Cambodia to begin the second part of your adventure with a short onward journey to Battambang, an elegant, friendly French colonial city.

Day Six – Travel from Battambang to Siem Reap Today you'll travel to Wat Ek Phnom, a pre-Angkor Period temple situated on the banks of the Sandker River. Later, you'll visit the Cambodia Peace Gallery where you'll learn about Cambodia’s journey from war towards peace reconciliation.

Continue to the colourful market town of Siem Reap, home to the archaeological Angkor

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• Excursion – from £XXX

• River Kwai & Death Railway Excursion (full day) – from £79

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Room for Sole Use from £XXX

Every date on this tour has a limited number of places dedicated to solo travellers, where no single supplements apply. Once sold, a room for sole-use supplement will apply from £785

Please note: The order of the itinerary may change as some activities are weather dependent. The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately four hours.

Please note: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to Cambodia and Vietnam. Please see page 222 for further information.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Thai Farmer, Thailand

Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

Grand Palace, Bangkok

Museum and your gateway to the incredible temple complex

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Day Seven – Visit to Kok Sangke community Today, you’ll be driven to the Kok Sangke community to visit the home of a local family who’ll make you several traditional Khmer desserts. You’ll then learn about the village’s sustainable farming techniques, visit a community centre, which teaches local farmers about eco-friendly farming methods, see some nearby farms, and have lunch before travelling to Wat Luang Proleung and the village of Kampong Khleang.

Day Eight – Included Bayon Temple, Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat excursion Discover the astounding Bayon temple, with its four giant heads and countless other faces carved into the rock, and visit the breathtaking ‘lost city’ of Angkor Thom, the great Khmer citadel that once ruled half of SouthEast Asia for nearly six centuries.

Day Nine – Travel from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh Journey to Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh, a French colonial treasure-chest on the banks of the Mekong River, which exudes dusty, faded glory, except in its stupendous Royal Palace with its Silver Pagoda of priceless Buddhist artefacts. This evening, enjoy dinner at the famous riverside Foreign Correspondents’ Club.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Inclusions

Set off on guided tours of the floating markets, the Grand Palace and the Golden Buddha

• Make the journey to French colonial Battambang

• XX nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation with X lunches and X dinners plus Xxx nights on the aircraft

• Spend two full says at Siem Reap with a visit to phenomenal Angkor Wat

• Visit Kok Sange community and Wat Luang Proleung

• Return flights to Xxxxxx, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

• Experience a tour of Cambodian capital Phnom Penh, which exudes French colonial elegance

• Cruise the Mekong River by boat

• Enjoy the floating market at Cai Rang

• Take in the famous ‘HCMC’ – the former Saigon

• See the infamous Cu Chi tunnel complex, Viet Cong hideaway

• 12 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Eight lunches and seven dinners

• Outbound flight to Bangkok, returning from Ho Chi Minh City, via Singapore, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Day 10 – Included Tuol Sleng Museum visit and Mekong boat trip to Vietnam Spend a sobering morning at the Tuol Sleng Museum, which chronicles the ‘Pol Pot’, Khmer Rouge years, then visit Wat Phnom Temple, before you board the fast boat for the thrilling journey along the Mekong River, into Vietnam.

Day 11 – Included Nui Sam visit and travel to Can Tho Visit holy mountain Nui Sam, with its pagodas, temples and stunning views over the Mekong Delta, where you’ll head today, to overnight in elegant university town Can Tho, with its floating markets, bustling harbour and sacred Khmer pagoda.

Day 12 – Travel from Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City Enjoy another journey through the Mekong landscape of rice paddies, fruit trees, bougainvillea, farmers in conical hats, floating markets, and flat-bottomed boats. Take a fascinating boat ride to Cai Rang’s floating market, and visit delta town Vinh Long and Cai Be’s market, before arriving this evening for two-nights in Ho Chi Minh City, where every corner brings another sensory delight.

Day 13 – Included Cu Chi Tunnels excursion and Ho Chi Minh City Tour Journey to the 120-mile underground labyrinth used by the Viet Cong. Later enjoy a guided city tour of Ho Chi Minh City.

Rembrandt Hotel and Suites, Bangkok nights 2-4

Facilities include an outdoor pool, a choice of restaurants, a poolside restaurant and a deli. Guestrooms are stylish and spacious and boast wonderful views over the city.

Classy Hotel & Spa, Battambang night 5

Set in the heart of historical Battambang, this hotel offers a swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar.

The Aviary Hotel, Siem Reap nights 6-8

The hotel has an outdoor pool area, restaurant, spa and bar. Guestrooms are well-equipped, with air conditioning and a TV.

Highlights include the grand General Post Office, Reunification Hall, the Xa Loi Pagoda and (timepermitting) the War Remnants Museum. End your day with a celebratory farewell dinner.

Day 14 – Day at leisure Enjoy your final day relaxing poolside, or exploring the city further before your afternoon transfer to the airport for the return overnight flight via Singapore.

Day 15 – Arrive back in the UK Arrive home this morning.

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The Sun & Moon Hotel, Phnom Penh night 9

Facilities at the hotel include a restaurant, spa and wellness centre.

Victoria Hotel, Chau Doc night 10

The restaurant has outdoor seating overlooking the river with a bar, outdoor pool and spa.

Victoria Hotel, Can Tho night 11

All guestrooms have a balcony. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and spa.

New World Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City nights 12-13 There is a roof-top pool, a bar and a choice of restaurants. Guestrooms boast a range of amenities.

Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Floating Markets, Bangkok

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of Angkor

New World Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City

Victoria Hotel, Can Tho

Classic Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos

Three of Southeast Asia’s most enthralling countries are brought to life with cultural encounters, historical uncoverings, and experiences within nature. 20-day

Day One – Fly overnight to Hanoi Set off on an overnight flight.

Day Two – Included introductory tour of Hanoi and a welcome cocktail Arrive in Hanoi and transfer to the hotel. After an opportunity to unpack at the hotel, you’ll go on a short introductory tour. In the evening, enjoy a welcome cocktail.

Day Three – Included Hanoi city tour, lunch, traditional water puppet show, and dinner Embark on a city tour of Hanoi. The stops will be the Ho Chi Minh Complex, the Imperial Citadel, the Temple of Literature, Ba Dinh Square and Hoa Lo Prison. In the evening, watch a traditional water puppet show and experience a Hanoian specialty dinner – Cha Ca

Day Four – Included overnight Halong Bay cruise, lunch, cooking class and buffet dinner Head off on a scenic journey through the paddy fields to Halong Bay. Upon arrival, board a paddle steamer, Emeraude and set sail. Have lunch en route, and the boat will stop in Sung Sot Grotto, also called ‘Surprise Cave’. Weather permitting, visit beautiful Ti Top Island. Partake in a Vietnamese cooking class. A buffet dinner will be served, and if possible, you can try your hand at squid fishing.

Day Five – Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An Wake up in paradise, catch the sunrise and enjoy a tai chi class. Disembark and return to Hanoi airport for a short flight south to Da Nang. Transfer to Hoi An. The rest of the day will be free for you to explore.

Day Six – Included visit to Loc Yen, lunch with a local family and Hoi An city tour Board the coach and travel to Loc Yen. Lunch will be served by a local family. Return to Hoi An for a guided tour of the city, taking in the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Chinese Assembly Halls and the historic Ong Hoi An pagoda. The tour will continue to the bustling markets and stop for a snack.

Day Seven – Included scenic journey to Hué, cruise on the Perfume River and guided tour of the city’s palace Head out on a scenic journey north, the beautiful Lang Co beach, and the Marble Mountains. You’ll also come across Da Nang dramatic Hai Van Pass before stopping at the tomb of Emperor Tu Duc. The tour will arrive in Hué and you'll venture to the river for a cruise and a tour of the Imperial City’s palace.

Day Eight – Included flight to Ho Chi Minh and introductory tour Transfer to the airport for a short

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Please note: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to Cambodia and Vietnam. Please see page 222 for further information.

The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Halong Bay, Vietnam

Kuang Si Falls, Laos

Hoi An, Vietnam

flight to Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), formerly Saigon. Embark on a guided, introductory tour, covering the grand General Post Office, Reunification Hall, Xa Loi Pagoda and, if there’s time, the War Remnants Museum.

Day Nine – Included excursion and lunch in the Mekong Delta Leave the city for a day in the Vietnamese outdoors. Your coach will travel through the Mekong Delta. Board a boat to the fishing villages and islands. The boat will cruise through a small canal, Vàm Xếp and you'll continue to a bee farm and a handicraft workshop. A horse cart will take you to some fruit orchards, and you can taste tropical fruits while listening to traditional music. Next, travel in a sampan, flat-bottomed, wooden boat back to Coconut Village for a coconut candy workshop and tasting. Finally, visit Phoenix Island and return to Ho Chi Minh City.   Day 10 – Day at leisure Enjoy a free day of personal sightseeing.

Day 11 – Included Củ Chi tunnel complex tour, lunch and journey to Phnom Penh Drive to the outskirts of the city and visit the Củ Chi tunnel complex. Continue to Tay Ninh and onto the Cambodian Border at Bavet. Border formalities completed, travel to the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Discover Hoa Lo Prison, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Imperial Citadel

• Set sail on an overnight cruise around Halong Bay, with a cooking class, squid fishing and morning tai chi

• Travel to the ancient village of Loc Yen

• Visit French colonial Da Nang and cruise through the city of Hué on Perfume River

• Explore the highlights of Ho Chi Minh on a guided tour

• Glide along the Mekong River, stopping at fishing villages

• See the Củ Chi tunnel complex

• Be guided around Phnom Penh

• Spend a day in the Kok Sangke community

• Gaze as the sun rises over Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious structure and explore the ‘lost city’ of Angkor Thom

• Take a dip in the three-tiered Kuang Si Falls

• 17 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the plane

• One brunch, 10 lunches and seven dinners

• Return scheduled flights to Hanoi, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by friendly, experienced tour managers

Day 12 – Included tour of Phnom Penh, lunch and dinner The first stop will be the Royal palace, the residence of the King of Cambodia. Your tour manager will point out the Silver Pagoda before you see the legendary Wat Phnom temple, the Toul Sleng Museum and National Museum.

Day 13 – Included scenic journey to Siem Reap, lunch and dinner Transfer through the Cambodian countryside to Siem Riep. On the way, stop for lunch in Kampong Thom. By evening, arrive in the colourful market town of Siem Reap.

Day 14 – Visit to the Kok Sangke community, traditional lunch, cruise across Tonle Sap Lake and visit to Wat Luang Proleung and Kampong Khleang Immerse yourself in traditional Cambodian culture by travelling to the Kok Sangke community. This excursion will start with a visit to the home of a local family. Next, watch a blacksmith, walk through the village and enjoy a Khmer lunch before travelling to Wat Luang Proleung and Kampong Khleang.

Day 15 – Included sunrise visit to Angkor Wat, excursion to Angkor Thom and traditional dinner At sunrise, travel to Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious structure and an iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then explore the

Flower Garden Hotel, Hanoi nights 2-3

Guestrooms with French-inspired décor have TVs, minibars, tea/coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.

Emeraude Cruise, Halong Bay night 4

A premium ship, limited to just 80 passengers and modelled on a turn-of-the-century paddle steamer.

Emm Hoi An, Hoi An night 5-6

This stylish hotel, surrounded by private gardens, encompasses Vietnamese-inspired architecture.

White Lotus Hotel, Hue nights 7

A polished hotel, overlooking an expansive swimming pool, and offering a restaurant, bar, lounge, sun terrace, and 24-hour reception.

‘lost city’ of Angkor Thom, the great citadel of the Khmer Empire, which ruled up to half of Southeast Asia for nearly six centuries. Have dinner at a traditional Khmer restaurant while watching an Apsara dance performance.

Day 16 – Morning at leisure and afternoon flight to Luang Prabang, Laos Transfer to the airport for a flight to the royal capital of Laos, Luang Prabang.  Day 17 – Included tour of Luang Prabang, lunch and dinner Discover the former royal capital’s highlights, including Xieng Thong, the Royal Palace, Mount Phousi, UXO Visitors Centre and the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre.

Day 18 – Included Kuang Si Falls visit, lunch, Baci ceremony, and farewell dinner Travel to Kuang Si Falls, stopping at Hmong, Khamu village and Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Centre on the way. Later, witness a Baci ceremony and enjoy a farewell dinner.

Day 19 – Fly to Hanoi and return home Transfer to the airport for your flight to Hanoi.

Day 20 – Arrive back in UK Land in the UK.

Central Palace Hotel, Ho Chi Minh nights 8-10

A contemporary hotel with a restaurant and rooftop outdoor pool.

Sun & Moon, Phnom Penh nights 11-12

This trendy hotel has guestrooms with tea/coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.

The Aviary Hotel, Siem Reap nights 13-15

A stylish hotel has two outdoor pools and a choice of two restaurants.

Victoria Xiengthong Palace, Luang Prabang nights 16-18

Guestrooms are adorned with natural materials and come with mini-fridges and free Wi-Fi.

Hoi An, Vietnam

Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

Mekong River, Vietnam

White Lotus Hotel, Hue

Emeraude Cruise, Halong Bay

XX-day escorted tour from £XXX

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Specially crafted around included and optional opportunities to engage with local communities, sample regional delicacies and delve into each country’s enthralling past, this solo traveller exploration promises new learnings, flavours and experiences.

Day One – Fly to Vietnam Today, you’ll set off on an overnight flight from the UK to Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi.

Day Two – Arrival in Hanoi and welcome cocktail and dinner Touch down in Hanoi, where you’ll be welcomed by your friendly tour manager at the airport. Join the group for a welcome cocktail and dinner.

Day Three – Included Hanoi tour, lunch and optional Jeep excursion and food market tour or Vietnamese cooking class Head out on a tour of Hanoi under the guidance of your tour manager. This excursion will include the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature. Lunch will be enjoyed back at the hotel and the rest of the day is free for personal sightseeing. Alternatively, you can partake in an optional Jeep tour or a food market tour and cooking class.

Day Four – Included overnight luxury Halong Bay cruise, lunch, cooking class and buffet dinner Venture on a scenic journey through the paddy fields to Halong Bay, a natural wonder and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, you’ll board a charming turn-of-thecentury paddle steamer, Emeraude and set sail.

On route, you’ll have lunch, and the vessel will stop in Sung Sot Grotto, also called ‘Surprise Cave’. Weather permitting, you’ll visit beautiful Ti Top Island, hugged by a white sandy beach and encompassing a tree-laden hilltop. Later in the day, you’ll partake in a Vietnamese cooking class and demonstration. A buffet dinner will then be served, and if possible, you can try your hand at squid fishing under the stars.

Day Five – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City Wake up in paradise and join the fellow early risers to catch the sunrise while tucking into coffee, tea and biscuits. If you wish, you can also enjoy a tai chi class on the sundeck before brunch. You’ll then return to Hanoi airport for a short flight south to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon.

Day Six – Included Ho Chi Minh City tour

Join your tour manager again for a memorable journey through Ho Chi Minh City's highlights. This will cover the Vinh Nghiem Pagoda, the War Remnants Museum, the iconic Reunification Palace and city's Central Post Office. Lastly, you’ll amble along Dong Khoi Street, passing the impressive Saigon Opera House.

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• Excursion – from £XXX

Jeep Excursion – from £75 • Market Tour & Vietnamese Cooking Class – from £55

• Cyclo Sunset River Cruise – from £45 • Saigon River & Dinner Cruise – from £69

Room for Sole Use from £XXX

• Apsara Dance Show & Dinner – from £34 • Cambodian Circus Evening – from £39

• Walking Tour of Siem Reap (half-day) – from £43

Please note: The order of the itinerary may change as some activities are weather dependent. The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately four hours.

Please note: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to Cambodia and Vietnam. Please see page 222 for further information.

The order of the itinerary may change as some activities are weather dependent. The transfer time from the airport to the hotel is approximately one hour.

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Day Seven – Included Củ Chi tunnel complex tour, lunch, meeting with a local resident and optional Saigon River and dinner cruise Board the coach for a drive through the countryside, which was once a stronghold of the Viet Cong. It’s here that the Củ Chi tunnel complex is located, a well-known historical vestige of the Vietnamese revolution. You’ll then return for lunch in Ho Chi Minh City before experiencing a unique opportunity of meeting with a resident of the city to gain insight into their lives. You can choose to spend the evening exploring or join an optional two-hour dinner cruise along the Saigon River.

Day Eight – Included transfer to Phnom Penh and dinner This morning, you'll be driven to Tay Ninh, a captivating destination that paves the way to the Cambodian border and is home to the extraordinarily ornate Great Temple. Once border formalities have been completed, you’ll continue on to the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh.

Day Nine – Included tour of Phnom Penh, lunch and optional cyclo (three-wheel bicycle taxi) sunset river cruise Enjoy a city tour, commencing with a visit to the private quarters of the Royal Palace, the majestic residence of the King of Cambodia. A short walk away lies the

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Inclusions

Join fellow solo travellers for a welcome cocktail and dinner Discover Hanoi, including Ho Chi Minh City Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature

• XX nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation with X lunches and X dinners plus Xxx nights on the aircraft

• Cruise around the spectacular Halong Bay aboard a turn-ofthe-century paddle steamer

• Return flights to Xxxxxx, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

• Explore Ho Chi Minh City with stops at the Vinh Nghiem Pagoda, War Remnants Museum and Dong Khoi Street

• Learn about the historical importance of the Củ Chi tunnels

• Observe the sights of Phnom Penh, like the Royal Palace, National Museum and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

• Journey to Siem Reap, stopping at several authentic villages

• Travel to Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious structure and the ‘lost city’ of Angkor Thom

• Spend a day in the Kok Sangke community, eating lunch with a local family and watching a traditional dance performance

• 11 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Seven lunches and four dinners

• Return flights to Hanoi and from Siem Reap, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by friendly, experienced tour managers

National Museum, a masterpiece of sandstone architecture. Later in the afternoon, you’ll visit the moving Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. For those seeking to extend the day, an optional evening cruising adventure awaits.

Day 10 – Included scenic journey to Siem Reap and optional Apsara dance show and dinner Travel through the Cambodian countryside to Siem Riep (a seven to eight-hour journey). On the way, you’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant in Kampong Thom, as well as a few ancient villages. By evening, you’ll have arrived in the colourful market town of Siem Reap, not far from the incredible complex at Angkor Thom. You have another evening at your leisure, or you can watch an optional Apsara dance show.

Day 11 – Included visit to Angkor Wat and excursion to Angkor Thom, lunch and optional Cambodian circus evening Journey to Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious structure and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll continue on to explore the ‘lost city’ of Angkor Thom, the great citadel of the Khmer Empire, which ruled up to half of Southeast Asia for nearly six centuries. Here, amid the verdant jungle, great ruins litter a vast area. A local Khmer lunch will be enjoyed at restaurant. Later in the day, you'll return to the

hotel, and you can opt to partake in an optional Cambodian circus evening.

Day 12 – Visit to the Kok Sangke community, traditional lunch, cruise across Tonle Sap Lake, visit to Wat Luang Proleung and Kampong Khleang, and farewell dinner Immerse yourself in traditional Cambodian culture by travelling to the Kok Sangke community. Visit the home of a local family, watch a blacksmith demonstration and observe farming activities and crafts. A Khmer lunch will be served in the afternoon, and you’ll then continue to Wat Luang Proleung, an ancient pagoda, to see locals perform a traditional dance called Chhayam. You’ll then head through the rural countryside scattered with picturesque villages to Kampong Khleang, a community built on high stilts across Tonle Sap Lake. Enjoy the rest of the tour by cruise, sailing around Tonle Sap Lake.

Day 13 – Morning at leisure, optional half-day walking tour of Siem Reap and flight back to the UK Perhaps tick off some remaining sights on your wish-list or join an optional walking tour to learn more about the city with a guide. Later in the day, the group will be transferred to the airport for the flight home.

Day 14 – Land back in the UK You’ll land back in the UK with a host of new like-minded friends.

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Flower Garden Hotel, Hanoi nights 2-3

Dai Nam Boutique Hotel, Ho Chi Minh nights 5-7

The Aviary Hotel, Siem Reap nights 10-12

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Ideally located within walking distance from many of the city’s sights, this sophisticated hotel features a Vietnamese restaurant, a rooftop bar, and a wellequipped fitness centre. Guestrooms with Frenchinspired décor have TVs, mini-bars, tea/coffeemaking facilities, and free Wi-Fi.

Emeraude Cruise, Halong Bay night 4

A premium ship, limited to just 80 passengers and modelled on a turn-of-the-century paddle steamer. The interior features vintage décor, as well as modern conveniences, and cabins include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, private facilities, and windows with sea views. Alternative vessel: Indochina Sail, Halong Bay

Within walking distance from the Fine Arts Museum and the Ben Thanh Street Food Market, this boutique hotel encompasses 50 well-appointed guestrooms. A restaurant offers a mix of Asian and Western dishes, and there’s a café in the lobby. Sleek guestrooms have air conditioning, TVs, safes, hairdryers, and Wi-Fi.

Sun & Moon Riverside Hotel, Phnom Penh nights 8-9

Situated in the commercial district, this trendy hotel has bright guestrooms with vintage touches, minifridges, tea/coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. An international restaurant is on the property, along with three bars, a rooftop infinity pool, a spa, and a gym.

A modern oasis in which to relax after a memorable day’s sightseeing, this stylish hotel has two outdoor pools and a choice of two restaurants. Other facilities include two bars, a spa, and a fitness centre. The guestrooms are comfortable and have air conditioning, TVs, mini-bars, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryers, and safes.

Please note: On nights 2 to 3 and 9 to 10 on certain departures, you'll stay at an alternative hotel of a similar standard. Please see our website for details.

Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

Saigon River, Cambodia

Apsara Dance, Cambodia

Borneo’s Orangutans & Rainforest Adventure

Discover Sabah, a breath-taking land of verdant jungle landscapes, precious wildlife and idyllic, whitesand beaches. 13-day

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These hugely popular tours, enjoyed by countless happy customers over the years, have truly stood the test of time.

Day One – Fly to Borneo Fly overnight to Sandakan in Borneo via Kuala Lumpur.

Day Two – Arrival You’ll arrive in Sandakan, where you’ll meet your local guide and transfer to the Sabah Hotel for a two-night stay. A welcome dinner is included at the hotel this evening.

Day Three – Included visit to the Rainforest Discovery Centre and Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary and optional night walk back at the Rainforest Discovery Centre Join your tour manager this morning for an included visit to the Rainforest Discovery Centre. Enjoy a guided walk along raised platforms on the rainforest floor. After lunch at a local restaurant, the tour continues to the Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, where you’ll have the chance to observe the unique primates. Look out for the distinctive males, who have potbellies and large dangling noses.

Day Four – Included visit to Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and river cruise Today, an undoubted highlight awaits as you visit the world-renowned Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.

Watch the feeding of the primates and stroll through the forest on the marked trails before visiting the equally fascinating Sun Bear Conservation Centre.

You’ll then head further into the jungle for a twonight stay on the bank of the languid Kinabatangan River, at the Borneo Natural Bilit Resort, with its hardwood walkways and its riverside cabins. Enjoy lunch at the lodge, then rest and relax, perhaps taking a dip in the pool, wandering the boardwalks through the canopy and spotting wildlife from the viewing platforms.

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Day Five – Included wildlife and sunset cruises from the lodge Awaken early to the sounds of the jungle, and spend another day discovering its wonders. Cruise to Pitas Oxbow Lake to watch

Available Sep to Nov 2024, Feb to Jul, Sep to Nov 2025 & Feb to Nov 2026

Fly from (flight upgrades available). Prices from

• Heathrow £3,149 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

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• Night Walk at Rainforest Discovery Centre – from £79

• Mari Mari Cultural Village Excursion – from £95 Room for Sole Use from £869

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes.

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Kayak Safari, Kota Kinabalu

Pygmy Elephants, Borneo

elephants and monkeys at play and enjoy a second exciting sunset cruise.

Day Six – Transfer to Sabah Tea Resort Transfer to the Sabah Tea Resort, in Ranau, for a two-night stay amongst pristine nature, surrounded by unspoiled forest and a working tea plantation.

Day Seven – Included visit to Kinabalu National Park and Poring Hot Springs You’ll have the morning to explore the tea plantation and learn about the production of rainforest tea before journeying to the famous Poring Hot Springs. Enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant before spending an afternoon at the springs, where in addition to the chance to take a dip in the therapeutic waters, you can explore the jungle trail of walkways through the rainforest canopy.

Day Eight – Transfer to Kotu Kinabalu Journey deep into the UNESCO -listed Kinabalu National Park this morning, a forested paradise home to several unique species of orchid, 5,000 species of plants, over 300 types of resident and migratory birds, as well as 100 species of mammals, amphibians and reptiles.

Here you’ll enjoy a scenic hike before pausing at the park’s headquarters, with its beautiful

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bear Conservation Centre

• Spend an unforgettable day at the Rainforest Discovery Centre

• Get to know the unusual-looking proboscis monkey at a local sanctuary

• Enjoy wildlife cruises on the Kinabatangan River and oxbow lakes

• Discover Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Springs

• Stay at the Sabah Tea Plantation

• Look out for fireflies and pygmy elephants

• Experience four days in a luxurious beach resort

• 10 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus two nights on the aircraft

• Five lunches and five dinners

• Outbound flight to Sandakan and returning from Kota Kinabalu both via Kuala Lumpur, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly and experienced tour manager (with the exception of the duration of your stay at the Shangri La Rasa Ria Resort)

Mountain Garden Collection, then continue to the Shangri La Rasa Ria Resort.

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure at the resort, perhaps lazing by the pools or on the beach, indulging in a spa treatment or two. Enjoying the selection of water sports, or, a round on the championship golf course (activities payable locally).

Day Nine – Day at leisure or optional Mari Mari Cultural Village excursion Enjoy a day at leisure at the resort, or join the optional Mari Mari Cultural Village excursion.

Those who join the optional excursion will get a fascinating glimpse into Sabah’s past and the indigenous cultures that have shaped this fascinating place.

Five ethnic tribes call this village home and live, for the most part, as they did hundreds of years ago. Lunch is included on the optional excursion. Day 10 – Day at leisure Spend another day at leisure, with a selection of dining options and the attractions of Kota Kinabalu, half an hour away, adding to the pleasure. Opt to go for another hike or nature trail walk, head to the waterfront for a stroll along the promenade, or take some time out to relax on the beach. Kota Kinabalu’s handicraft

Sabah Hotel, Sandakan nights 2-3

This charming rustic hotel has pretty gardens and a pool. There is a choice of restaurants, including a café serving international cuisine and a Chinese restaurant.

Borneo Natural Bilit Sukau Resort, Sandakan nights 4-5

Located on the lower Kinabatangan River and an ideal base for an authentic jungle experience, this charming resort’s facilities include a restaurant. All the cottage-style guestrooms boast air conditioning and a shower.

market is also ideal for picking up some souvenirs, and Chinatown is worth checking out too.

Day 11 – Day at leisure Enjoy a final day at leisure, no doubt reflecting on a wonderful adventure.

Day 12 – Return flight to the UK Transfer to Kota Kinabalu airport for your flight to Kuala Lumpur, where you’ll catch your connecting overnight flight to the UK.

Day 13 – Arrival in the UK Early morning arrival in the UK.

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Sabah Tea Resort, Ranau nights 6-7

Surrounded by pristine rainforest, this private hideaway has a restaurant and café. The air-conditioned cottages come with a TV, kettle and private bathrooms.

Shangri La Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu nights 8-11

Overlooking the beaches of the South China Sea, this resort offers a wide choice of amenities. Leisure facilities include several swimming pools, a golf course and a whole host of water sports. Food and drinks from around the world are available in the choice of nine restaurants and bars. Guestrooms are luxurious and tasteful, with views of either the sea or the colourful, well-manicured resort gardens.

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Gibbon, Kinabalu National Park

Sun Bear, Borneo

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Shangri La Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu

Sabah Tea Resort, Ranau

16-day escorted tour from £5,099

Japan Unveiled

From electric futuristic metropolises, incandescent and thrilling, to ancient shrines and gardens, hushed and serene, it’s the extremes and the in-betweens that will enthral and amaze.

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These hugely popular tours, enjoyed by countless happy customers over the years, have truly stood the test of time.

Day One – Fly to Japan Today, you’ll set off to the island country of Japan.

Day Two – Arrival in Japan You and your fellow travellers will touch down in the frenetic capital city of Tokyo, where you’ll be met by a friendly, local tour manager. The group will then be transferred to your hotel.

Day Three – Included tour of Tokyo with lunch and tea ceremony, and optional dinner cruise Exploration awaits as you’ll embark into the heart of the city on a guided sightseeing tour. Explore one of Japan’s most famous landmarks, Meiji Shrine. Head to the city’s major commercial and financial centre, Shibuya where you'll enjoy a change of pace as your guide leads you to the downtown district of Asakusa, a hub of Tokyo’s rich past. You’ll then get to partake in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, an ancient cultural activity that involves the preparation and presentation of matcha, powered green tea. Following this break, the tour will continue to the main residence of the Imperial Family, the Imperial Palace Plaza, which is built on the former site of Edo Castle. This evening you can opt to join a dinner cruise on the Samida River.

Day Four – Full day at leisure in Tokyo with optional Tokyo-Edo Museum and TeamLab tour and Tokyo night walk Take advantage of a full day of personal sightseeing. Alternatively, embark on optional guided tours of the TokyoEdo Museum and TeamLab modern art exhibits. This evening, you can opt to join a city tour of Tokyo by night.

Day Five – Included transfer to Mishima with a visit to Hakone, cruise, and cable car ride Journey to picturesque Mishima. Call at the hill town of Hakone en route, home to hot spring resorts and overlooking Lake Ashinoko. Embark on a boat that will cruise across the waters of this crater lake. The striking Hakone Shrine can also be observed. Back on land, you’ll venture to Hakone Ropeway to board a cable car. This scenic trip will end at Owakudani ‘Boiling Valley’, a volcanic crater.

Day Six – Included transfer to Matsumoto with visits to Oshino Hakkai and Lake Kawaguchi Travel to the village, Oshino, renowned for its series of eight natural springs referred to as Oshino Hakkai (eight ponds). In the afternoon, the tour will continue to Lake Kawaguchi, set at the foothills of Mount Fuji.

Available Oct, Nov 2024, Mar to May, Jul, Sep to Nov 2025 & 2026

Fly direct from these airports. Prices from

• Heathrow £5,099 (UK connecting flights available – call us for details)

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• Yakatabune Dinner Cruise – from £169

• Tokyo Tour - TeamLab and Tokyo-Edo Museum with Lunch (half day) – from £165

• Tokyo by Night with Dinner – from £99

• Kyoto by Night with Dinner (half day) – from £155

• Osaka Tabearuki Tour with Lunch (half day) – from £145

Room for Sole Use from £1,429

Please note: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour.

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kyoto

Himeji Castle, Himeji

Grand Torii Gate, Itsukushima

Day Seven – Included tour of Matsumoto and afternoon at leisure Join your guide for a morning tour of Matsumoto, known for its picturesque landscapes. By foot, you’ll walk to the 16th-century Matsumoto Castle, Japan’s oldest wooden castle. You’ll then meander along Nakamachi Street, a historic district with traditional wooded storefronts, Edo-period buildings, art galleries, souvenir shops, and cafés. The afternoon will be free for you to seek out a lunch spot and potter around at your own pace. Day Eight – Included visit to Takayama, lunch, and Shirakawa-go Board the coach for Miyagawa Morning Market in the city of Takayama, enclosed by mountainous scenery. You’ll then head into the old town district and walk along Sanmachi Street. The tour will continue to the region, Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses – steep thatched roofs that resemble hands in prayer (gassho)

Day Nine – Included morning tour of Kanazawa with afternoon at leisure Join your manager for a morning sightseeing tour, beginning with beautiful Kenroku-en Garden, considered one of the ‘Three Great Gardens of Japan’. A break will be had for lunch on your own account before the tour visits the

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Villa Fontaine Grand Tokyo, Tokyo nights 2-4

This sleek hotel is set across the road from Kokusai-tenjijō train station and the Ariake Colosseum.

Fujisan Mishima Tokyu Hotel, Mishima night 5

Situated outside of Mishima station and with a view of the spectacular Mount Fuji, this upscale hotel is ideally located for exploring the city’s major sights.

Tabino Hotel Lit Matsumoto or Iroha Grand Hotel Matsumoto Ekimae nights 6-7

These two hotels, based only a stone's throw from the centre of Matsumoto and transport links, offer modern guestrooms and decadent spa facilities.

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Tour Highlights & Inclusions

• Immerse yourself in the energy of Tokyo on a guided tour

• Partake in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony

• Cruise across the tranquil waters of Hakone’s Lake Ashinoko

• Journey to Oshino and Lake Kawaguchi

• Discover Matsumoto and meander along Nakamachi Street

• Wander around Takayama and visit Shirakawa-go

• Stroll through Kanazawa’s beautiful Kenroku-en Garden

• Take in the temples and castles of Kyoto

• Board a high-speed bullet train for Hiroshima

• See the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

• Ride a Bullet Train to Osaka and explore the entertainment and shopping districts

• 13 nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation in a series of good quality hotels

• Two lunches and one dinner

• Return flights to Tokyo and from Osaka, with coach travel and transfers throughout

• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Higashi-Chaya District, which is characterised by its tea houses. You’ll also stop at Omicho Market, known as Kanazawa's Kitchen, popular with locals and visitors for its fresh seafood and local produce. Day 10 – Included full-day tour of Kyoto Discover Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, one of Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks. A trip to Ryoanji Temple follows, a masterpiece of Zen design known for its minimalistic rock garden. Nijo Castle is next, and this UNESCO World Heritage Site was built in 1603. To conclude the excursion, you’ll explore the city’s entertainment and geisha district, Gion. Day 11 – Included excursion to Nara and wagashi making experience with optional Kyoto night walk and dinner Take to Nara, a former capital of Japan, known for its ancient temples and holy sites. You'll visit Todaiji Temple, a Buddhist shrine that houses the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), the largest bronze Buddha statue in the world. You’ll then venture over to Nara Deer Park before visiting Kasuga-taisha, a Shinto shrine. The coach will take you back to Kyoto, where you’ll partake in a wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) workshop. This evening, opt to join a night walk around Kyoto.

Day 12 – Included bullet train to Hiroshima, ferry to Miyajima Island and tour Today, you'll depart for

Hiroshima onboard the high-speed bullet train. You'll then catch a ferry to the tiny island of Miyajima to see one of Japan’s most famous sights, the ‘floating’ torii gate, a Shinto shrine that crowns the inland sea offshore. Return to Hiroshima to pay a sobering visit to the Peace Memorial Park, where the startling ruins of the UNESCO -listed A-Bomb Dome and the Cenotaph, under which the names of over 220,000 victims are stored, serve as a poignant reminder of the destruction of the now-rebuilt city.

Day 13 – Included bullet train to Osaka, tour and afternoon at leisure Travel to the station to board another bullet train to Osaka. Once here, you'll explore two of the city’s main districts. Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi.

Day 14 – Day at leisure in Osaka and included farewell dinner and optional tabearuki Enjoy a free day before your farewell dinner. You might indulge in tabearuki (a culinary walk) with an optional tour of Osaka's markets.

Day 15 – Day at leisure and fly to the UK Store your luggage at the hotel to explore and travel to airport in the evening.

Day 16 – Land back in the UK You’ll arrive back in the UK after your once-in-a-lifetime holiday.

Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel, Kanazawa night 8

Set within walking distance from the Museum of Contemporary Art, this modern hotel offers an exercise room, a sophisticated restaurant, a plush lounge, and a trendy cocktail bar.

Keio Prelia Hotel Kyoto Karasuma Gojo, Kyoto nights 9-11

Housed in a striking building, this downtown hotel is four minutes away from the Gojo train station. On site, baths are exclusively for hotel guests and have been inspired by Kyoto in design. A womenonly after-bath lounge is attached, and a relaxed restaurant provides a breakfast buffet.

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hiroshima-Ekimae, Hiroshima night 12

This hotel is just a short walk from the Hiroshima Station. Guests have access to a restaurant offering buffet-style dining, a gym, and a coin-operated laundry. Simple modern guestrooms have humidifiers, TVs, hairdryers, safes, mini-fridges, and Wi-Fi.

Miyako City Osaka Hommachi, Osaka nights 13-14

Set in the centre of Osaka, this modern hotel is a three-minute walk from Sakaisuji-Hommachi. A brasserie serves Asian dishes with a contemporary twist. Airy guestrooms have large windows, balconies, TVs, mini-fridges, tea/coffee-making facilities, and Wi-Fi.

Chureito Pagoda, Arakurayama

Shinkansen Bullet Train, Japan

Daigo-ji Temple, Kyoto

yourholiday essentials

Whether you’ve booked a holiday with us or you’re trying to decide where in the world to visit next, we’ve put together some essential information to help you before you travel.

If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, and we’ll be happy to assist.

Essential information for customers travelling within Europe before you

go

Passports & visas

Following Brexit, British passport holders travelling to countries in the EU (except Ireland), as well as Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, or Vatican City, are subject to two main passport validity requirements, which are independent of each other.

Customers must have a passport that:

1. Was issued less than 10 years before the date they enter the country.

2. Is valid for at least three months after the day they plan to leave (but still within the 10 year range).

Find out more information on ABTA’s advice page: abta.com/passports

Currently expected to commence in 2025, all citizens of the United Kingdom will require a ETIAS electronic form completed prior to their arrival into the EU and Schengen member countries. The cost for this travel authorisation is expected to be in the region of €7 per person with exceptions for under 18s and over 70s. Further details can be found etias.com We’ll advise you of confirmed details prior to your tour’s departure. This excludes Ireland, where current conditions apply and your passport is valid for its full term. Children require their own passport. The Passport Office may be contacted on 0300 222 0000 We recommend you check the UK Foreign Office website for the most up to date information on visa requirements. Citizens of other countries should check visa requirements before making a booking. Newmarket Holidays can’t accept responsibility for entry or travel being refused due to the failure on the part of any customer to produce correct documentation.

Turkey

At the time of publication, British citizens travelling to Turkey are able to travel without a visa for a 90 day period. Passports must be valid for at least 150 days from your arrival date. We would recommend before you travel to check the latest requirements by visiting: gov.uk/foreign-traveladvice/turkey/entry-requirements

Health & holiday insurance

It’s a condition of booking that you have adequate travel insurance for your destination and activities involved. We recommend Holiday Extras for your travel insurance, who provide a wide range of products. They can be contacted on 0800 458 9216 quoting reference V7812.

If you have any concerns or if you have suffered from a serious medical condition recently, it is suggested that you consult your GP about your fitness to travel. We strive to give all our customers full care and attention, but we do need to know at the time of booking if there are any special needs or requirements. It’s particularly important that we’re advised of any disabilities and also if you intend to bring any specialist equipment such as a wheelchair with you.

Health matters

We recommend you consult your GP for any suggested vaccinations for your destination, based upon your own medical needs. Sensible prevention measures, such as high -factor sun protection, insect- repellent sprays and drinking bottled mineral water are also advised.

Money matters

Credit cards and debit cards are accepted virtually everywhere, but don’t forget to inform your bank if you intend to use ‘cash-point’ machines while away. Take some cash for use on arrival – we normally find the best rates are available at the post office, supermarkets and online. We also recommend a pre-paid Money Travel Card - a cheap and safe way to spend money abroad.

“ Dress for the occasion! Wear comfortable clothing, bring along a travel pillow, and wear comfortable shoes. This advice applies even if you’re only on a short flight. ,, travel tip...

Visiting La Alhambra, Granada

your journey

Your flight & airline

UK & Irish holidays

When flying domestically within the United Kingdom, your airline requires valid photo identification to travel. The form of ID changes between airlines and therefore you should check before travel. We recommend a valid UK passport. When flying to the Republic of Ireland, a valid full UK passport is required for entry.

Flights with Ryanair

Some of our holidays use flights with Ryanair. When flying with Ryanair, you’re required to check-in online before you travel. Failure to do so will result in you being charged at your departure airport for check-in services. More information can be found at ryanair.com

Flight & rail seats

Our European-flight inclusive tours may operate on airlines that charge for seating. Details explaining how to book seats directly with the airline, which can be found here: newmarketholidays.co.uk/about-us/ faqs/flight-information. On rail-inclusive journeys, we always endeavour to book seats located together, but this cannot be guaranteed.

Luggage

You’re permitted to check-in one suitcase per person. This does not apply to our Christmas market and Lapland trips (which instead include the airline’s base level hand luggage allowance). Weight and dimension limits will apply, and vary between airlines. We’ll send you up-to-date information about your hold and hand baggage allowance just prior to your departure. Keep your passport, important documents, and medication in your hand luggage.

Arriving

Upon arrival at your destination airport or train station, you’ll be welcomed by a Newmarket Holidays representative and transferred to your hotel. Usually this will be your dedicated tour manager, but on some occasions this may not always be possible.

your holiday Service with a smile

Our friendly, experienced tour managers are on hand to ensure you make the very most of your time away. They, or a driver, will meet you in the arrivals area of the airport and show you to your transport. They’ll usually accompany you to your hotel. All our tour managers have a passion for the country you’re visiting and will be able to assist with any questions you may have.

Hotels

We’re proud of the hotels used throughout our tours, all of which are carefully selected. You’ll find a description on each holiday page. All our hotels will either have their own restaurant or be near to a choice of places to eat out. If you’re travelling on one of our resort-based holidays, our hotels are hand-picked to offer you a choice of budget and taste – whether you prefer to be in the heart of the action or enjoy some ‘R&R’ in a quieter part of town. On occasions, for operational reasons, we have to use alternative properties, which will always be of at least the same standard and in similar locations.

Please let us know of any special requests, such as adjoining guestrooms, high or low floor, at the time of booking; we’ll do our best to oblige but no guarantee can be made. Some facilities advertised at the hotels may not be available at certain times. Outdoor swimming pools and air conditioning are subject to weather conditions and it will be the decision of each individual hotelier as to when these facilities are available.

Meals

Unless otherwise stated, breakfast is provided on all our European escorted tours. Usually this is a continental buffet-style breakfast to get you ready to start a busy day of touring and exploration. On tours where other meals are not included, you can always rely on your tour manager to point you in the direction of a suitable restaurant. If you’re on an included or optional excursion over lunch time, we’ll always try to make an appropriate stop. If you have a late arrival at your destination, the hotel/accommodation kitchen may be closed. In these instances, we’ll do our best to arrange a cold platter for you, however service provisions do vary and therefore this cannot be guaranteed.

Tipping

A gratuity is an accepted form of appreciation and works differently from country to country. Do use your own discretion to tip for good service and do rely on the tour manager for advice. It’s also customary to tip your tour manager if you’re happy with their service!

Couple Sightseeing, Italy

Group Dining Alfresco

Fort Lovrijenac, Dubrovnik

Essential information for customers travelling to the USA & Canada before

you go

Passports & visas

An electronic passport with an embedded chip, valid until your return to the UK, is required by all British citizens. If you’re unsure, please check with the Passport Office who may be contacted on 0300 222 0000

Entry into the USA & Canada

When travelling to both the USA and Canada, action is required prior to travel. You should check your eligibility before booking your holiday.

For travel to the USA, British citizens (and those from countries eligible to use the Visa Waiver Programme) MUST, as soon as you can, go to the ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) website at cbp.dhs.gov/esta. This service currently costs $21 per person payable online, and is valid for any number of visits to the USA within two years of its issue, as long as the passport remains valid. You’ll need to enter some basic information about your visit. This electronic information is then transmitted automatically to the authorities and is used as part of the entry procedure once you arrive in the USA. Canada follow a similar process, the eTA (Electronic Travel Authority), and you should apply at canada.ca/eta This service costs currently costs $7 per person, and is valid for any number of visits to Canada within five years of issue as long as the passport remains valid.

On arrival, your photograph will be taken and your fingerprints scanned.

Please Note: If you’re travelling on a tour, which includes both Canada and the USA, different rules apply.

If your tour flies first to the USA, you should apply for the US ESTA only – and not the Canadian eTA. If your tour flies into Canada, you should apply for the Canadian eTA – and not the US ESTA. When entering the USA by land, formalities will take place at the border where a fee of approx. $6 (USD) is also payable (cash only). Passengers travelling on cruises, which involve a combination of USA and Canadian ports may be required to apply for both the US ESTA and Canadian eTA. This will be advised prior to travel.

Health & holiday insurance

If you have any concerns or if you have suffered from a serious medical condition recently, it’s suggested that you consult your GP about your fitness to travel about 12 weeks prior to your holiday departure date. We strive to give all our customers full care and attention, but we do need to know at the time of booking if there are any special needs or requirements. It’s particularly important that we’re advised of any disabilities and also if you intend to bring any specialist equipment such as a wheelchair with you. No inoculations are required. Health care is very good, but expensive in North America, so please make sure you have very good, comprehensive insurance cover. We recommend Holiday Extras for your travel insurance, who can be contacted on 0800 458 9216 quoting reference V7812.

“ As soon as you book your tour, buy a travel insurance policy. This will protect you in the event of a cancellation, delays or any other unforeseen events. ,, travel tip...

Money matters

Credit cards and debit cards are accepted virtually everywhere, but don’t forget to inform your bank if you intend to use ‘cash-point’ machines while away. Take some cash for use on arrival – we normally find the best rates are available at the post office, supermarkets and online. In the USA, be careful –all American notes are very similar at first glance. We also recommend a pre-paid Money Travel Card – a cheap and safe way to spend money abroad.

Flexible arrangements

On some tours, we’re able to offer upgrades and flexible flight arrangements should you wish to stay on for a few days relaxation after your tour or maybe visit friends and family. Let us know what your plans are and we’d be happy to quote. Alternatively, some holidays can be arranged without flights provided you join and leave the tour at a pre-agreed point,

usually the first and last hotels, and within the time restraints of the main group. We’re unable to tailormake other land arrangements before and after the tour for you. Our tour arrangements are made well in advance and in rare circumstances, contractual reasons or simple demand means we may have to make changes or even cancel specific departure dates. We cannot be responsible for costs for any additional items like flights or hotels you may have booked yourself in conjunction with the tour.

your journey

Your flight & airline

The holiday includes flights as detailed in Economy Class. As a very general guide, flights to the East Coast take around eight hours and to the West between nine and 11 hours. Meals will be served with, usually, lunch and a snack on outward flights and dinner and breakfast on the return. Some airlines will charge for alcoholic drinks. Your seats on the flight will usually be allocated by the airline who’ll make every effort to ensure you’re seated with your travelling companions. Some airlines now charge for allocated seating in Economy Class and, as you’re travelling on a group booking, this cannot be actioned very close to travel. Where available, details explaining how to book your seating directly with the airline will be sent with your final paperwork, and unfortunately we’re unable to assist any sooner than this. All airlines are now required by laws introduced in the USA and other countries to give border-control agencies access to passenger data. Accordingly, any information we hold about you and your travel arrangements may be disclosed to the customs and immigration authorities of any country in your itinerary. From time to time, an advertised airline may be changed due to reasons beyond our control.

Luggage

You’re permitted to take one suitcase per person on the aircraft, which should not exceed 23kgs per piece on flights to the USA and Canada. For your own comfort, hand luggage should fit in the overhead locker on the aircraft. Keep your passport, important documents, and medication in your hand luggage. We’ll send you up-to-date information about your luggage allowance and what you can and can’t carry in it just prior to departure.

Avoiding jet lag

Importantly, drink plenty of water prior to and during your flight. We’d also recommend a good night’s sleep prior to your flight, On board, avoid too much alcohol and caffeine, and do try to rest. We recommend taking an easy walk or a swim on arrival and avoiding sleep prior to night time in the country you’ve arrived in. The next morning, do your best to rise at a time appropriate to the locality. On the return, with a morning arrival, we recommend a short sleep, but do then get up and try to remain awake until your normal bed time. By the following morning, it’s likely you’ll be back in your own time zone.

“ Beat jet lag by adjusting your watch and sleeping pattern to your destination as soon as you take off. If it’s currently late in the evening in your destination but early evening in your departure country, try to sleep as soon as you can. ,,

your holiday Service with a smile

The majority of our friendly tour managers are local to the USA and Canada, and will ensure you make the very most of your time away. They’ll meet you in the arrivals area of the airport and show you to your transport. All our tour managers have a genuine interest in the country they’re showing you and will be able to assist you with any questions you have.

Meals

The tours in this brochure don’t generally include meals, as is the usual practice on North American escorted tours. Many people use hotel restaurants for breakfast, while others may use nearby diners. The same goes for dinner, especially when in cities where the choices can be endless. In more rural areas, hotels usually have their own restaurant. At lunch time, we’ll always try to make an appropriate stop – and your tour manager will always help with choices for you.

Hotels

We’re proud of the hotels used throughout our tours, which are carefully selected, and usually meet a standard typical of a good three-star level in Europe. Guestrooms are generally larger than in Europe and each has, at least, a private bathroom, a telephone and a TV. It’s not common for hotels in North America to have tea/coffee-making facilities in your room. There’ll usually be a bar or restaurant on site or nearby. Guestrooms have two double beds or one king-size bed and, should you wish for three or four people to occupy a room, this will usually be within the existing two beds. Guestrooms with three separate beds cannot be provided in North America. It’s usual for guestrooms to be vacated by 12 noon. Where your departure is later, it may be possible to keep the room longer but this has to be at the hotel’s discretion. Let us know of any special requests, such as adjoining guestrooms, high or low floor, at the time of booking; we’ll do our best to oblige, although no guarantee can be made. Also note that some facilities advertised at the hotels may not be available at certain times. Outdoor swimming pools are subject to weather conditions and it will be the decision of each individual hotelier as to when these facilities are available. On some occasions, for operational reasons, we have to use alternative properties, where possible of the very same standard and in similar, convenient locations.

Tipping

Gratuities are a way of life in North America, and it’s generally accepted that they form part of a person’s earnings – to the extent that an assumed amount of income tax is paid. That aside, tips will also ensure excellent service. Customary gratuity to a coach driver or tour manager is about $5 per person per day. In a taxi or a restaurant, leave 12-15% of the bill and in the bar, a dollar or so per drink as long as a service charge has not already been added to the bill.

Helicopter flights

Sightseeing flights by helicopter are weight controlled and balanced. If your weight exceeds 300lbs, you must advise us. As a seat may have to be left empty, some companies may charge a premium.

Morants Curve, Banff, Canada

Essential information for customers travelling Worldwide

before you go

Passports & visas

Visas are required by British citizens travelling to the following countries and must be applied for prior to departure. The charges shown below are current costs for British citizens and can change at any time. Citizens of other countries must also check for up-todate requirements, and costs may vary. We’ll send you details of how to apply for your visa about eight weeks prior to travel. If you prefer to use the services of a visa agency, who’ll help you complete forms and deal directly with the embassies for you, we can recommend CIBT or The Visa Travel Company. Note that they’ll make additional charges for their services dependent on the country and type of visa required. Look online at: thetravelvisacompany. co.uk/newmarket-holidays/?sup=NMH Newmarket Holidays cannot accept responsibility for entry or travel being refused due to the failure on the part of the passenger to produce correct documentation. The below information is a guide only. Please check gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for the most up to date guidance on entry requirements ahead of your holiday.

Cambodia

The current cost is £30. Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date to the UK and contain one blank page for the visa. British citizens travelling in this region don’t require a visa for Thailand and Vietnam.

Egypt

The current cost is US$25 (approx £19). You can obtain your visa on arrival and should make a payment in Sterling, US Dollars or Euros. Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date to the UK and contain one blank page for the visa.

India

The current cost is $10 (US) per person for entry to India for arrivals in the months of April, May and June or $25 (US) per person for arrivals in other months. Fees are subject to change. Your passport must contain two blank pages and be valid for 180 days after your return date from India.

Please note: All travellers of Pakistani descent, regardless of citizenship, will generally be subject to more detailed processing by the Indian authorities, which can take up to four months from application.

Kenya

The current cost is US$59 (approx. £47). Passports must be valid for six months beyond the date of the return flight and contain two blank pages for the visa.

Laos

The current cost is US$35 and you can obtain your visa on arrival and should make payment in US Dollars or Thai Baht. You’ll also need to bring one passport photo. Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond your return date to the UK.

Malaysia

A visa is not required but your passport must be valid for six months beyond the date of entry to Malaysia and have one blank visa page.

Morocco

A visa is not required but your passport must be valid for three months beyond the date of entry to Morocco and have one blank visa page.

Mozambique

A visa is not required but your passport must be valid for six months beyond the date of entry to Mozambique and contain two blank pages. A payment of $10, in cash or by card, is also required at the border.

Nepal

The current cost is £20 and the visa should be obtained on arrival. Passports must be valid for six months beyond the date of entry to Nepal and contain one blank page for the visa.

South Africa & Eswatini

A visa is not required but your passport must be valid for six months beyond the date of entry to South Africa and have three blank pages. Special entry rules apply for children under 18 years, which are shown at southafricahouseuk.com

Sri Lanka

The current cost is US$35. British citizens use an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the country, which should be applied for online before travel, visit eta.gov.lk . Your ETA is valid for 30 days from your date of entry and your passport must be valid for six months beyond the date of the return flight with one blank page for the visa.

Tanzania

A visa is required which can be purchased online through the official Tanzania Immigration website visa.immigration.go.tz Cost is approx $50 per person. Your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive and at least one blank page.

Uzbekistan

If you have a British citizen passport, you can enter Uzbekistan as a visitor for stays of up to 30 days without a visa. Your passport should have an expiry date at least 3 months from the day you arrive.

Zimbabwe, Zambia & Botswana

When travelling on tours combining all or some of these countries, a KAZA Univisa is required, which covers entry to all of them. The cost is $50 and the visa is purchased on arrival.

Please note: If you’re applying for any of the above visas, an additional charge will apply if you use the services of a courier agency.

Health & holiday insurance

Your doctor will advise you on appropriate precautions and any recommended vaccinations. It’s suggested that you consult your GP about 12 weeks prior to travel. Sensible prevention measures, such as high-factor sun protection, insect-repellent sprays and drinking bottled mineral water are also advised. We recommend leaving contact lenses at home and using glasses due to increased dust in the air in some areas, and on flights.

Money matters

All required currency can be readily purchased at UK banks and airports, with the exception of the Chinese Yuan, Indian Rupee and Cambodian Riel, which should be purchased upon arrival at your destination. Hotels and airports all generally have exchange facilities. Some people ask how much currency they’ll need. That depends on you! How much do you eat and where do you want to eat; how many souvenirs or presents do you wish to bring back? Our suggestion is to change a little at a time. You can use cash machines and banks to withdraw cash now generally anywhere in the world although our experience says this is more likely to work in larger cities. Credit cards too are widely accepted, again in the major cities.

Flexible arrangements

On some tours, we’re able to offer upgrades and flexible flight arrangements should you wish to stay on for a few days of relaxation after your tour or maybe visit friends and family. Let us know what your plans are and we’d be happy to quote. Alternatively, some holidays can be arranged without flights, provided you join and leave the tour at a pre-agreed point, usually the first and last hotels, and within the time restraints of the main group. We’re unable to tailor-make other land arrangements before and after the tour for you. Our tour arrangements are made well in advance and in rare circumstances, contractual reasons or simple demand means we may have to make changes or even cancel specific departure dates. We cannot be responsible for costs for any additional items like flights or hotels you may have booked yourself in conjunction with the tour.

your journey

Your flight & airline

Our flights are with some of the world’s most reputable airlines and all flights include spacious, ergonomic seating in the Economy cabin, usually two complimentary meals en route and appropriate to the time of day, as well as soft and alcoholic drinks throughout the flight. You’ll find seat-back video with a choice of films, TV and music channels to help keep you entertained throughout the flight. Your seats on the flight will usually be allocated by the airline who’ll make every effort to ensure you’re seated with your travelling companions. Some airlines now charge for allocated seating in Economy Class and, as you’re travelling on a group booking, this cannot be actioned until very close to travel. Where available, details explaining how to book your seating directly with the airline will be sent with your final paperwork. Unfortunately, we’re unable to provide help with flight seating before your final travel documents are produced.

Internal & regional flights

Internal and regional flights in India, Africa, South Africa, China and Latin America which, on the tours shown in this brochure, are operated by stateregulated private airlines. The on-board service is limited and all airlines operate modern, western type aircrafts usually built by Airbus, Embraer or Boeing. Airports throughout India and China are usually modern with all of the usual facilities.

Luggage

We ask that you don’t exceed one suitcase per person (with a maximum weight of 20kgs) as space on the coach when you arrive at your destination will be limited. Keep your passport, important documents, and any important medication in your hand luggage and, for your own comfort, do try to minimise the amount you take into the aircraft cabin. We’ll send you up-to-date information about your luggage allowance and what you can and can’t carry in it just prior to departure.

Avoiding jet lag

Importantly, drink plenty of water prior to and during your flight. If necessary, buy it after airport security and take it with you. We’d also recommend a good night’s sleep prior to your flight. On board, avoid too much alcohol and caffeine, and do try to rest. We recommend taking an easy walk or a swim on arrival and avoiding sleep prior to night time in the country you’ve arrived in. The next morning, do your best to rise at a time appropriate to the locality. Avoid sleeping in as it will take your body longer to adjust to the difference in time. On the return, it’s generally easier to adjust as you’ll be naturally tired by the reverse time difference. Try to sleep at normal UK bed time and by the following morning, it’s likely you will be back in your own time zone.

your holiday

Service with a smile

The majority of our friendly, experienced tour managers are local to the destination and are on hand to ensure you make the very best of your time away. They’ll meet you in the arrivals area of the airport and show you to your transport. All our tour managers have a genuine interest in the country they’re showing you and will be able to assist you with any questions you have.

Hotels

There’s no doubt, especially on a holiday that involves travelling and sightseeing, that a good quality hotel is important, which is why we spend so much time carefully selecting the places you’ll stay – even if it’s only for one night. Chosen for a combination of location, welcome, comfort, and the opportunity to rest and relax, our city-based hotels and touring and resort- based hotels are of an excellent standard and offer a range of modern conveniences and usually a choice of regional and international cuisine. Please let us know of any special requests, such as adjoining

guestrooms, high or low floor, at time of booking, and we’ll do our best to oblige, although no guarantee can be made. Note too that some facilities advertised at the hotels may not be available at certain times. Sometimes local conditions or volume of tours means that we may have to use alternative properties, where possible of the very same standard and in similar, convenient locations.

Enjoying your stay

When travelling overseas, it’s always wise to take simple and sensible precautions. Never drink water that is not bottled. Even then, make sure the seal is intact. Try to always eat cooked food, served hot and avoid salad or cold food. Eat fruit which has to be peeled first. Take a hand sanitiser to use frequently and before you eat. Take sun block if you’re travelling to a hot destination. Mosquito bites are common, especially after dark and can make a trip miserable. Cover up and use a readily available repellent spray or cream. Also, we recommend you take your favourite brands of medication for general ailments such as headache, stomach upset etc and some sticking plasters just in case. After all, holiday time is precious!

Tipping

A gratuity is an accepted form of appreciation and works differently from country to country. At the end of the day, do use your own discretion to tip for good service and do rely on the tour manager for advice. It’s also customary to tip your tour manager and drivers if service is good! In China and India, we now include some tips to cover the services of railway station, airport, restaurant and hotel bell staff. In South Africa and Costa Rica, it’s customary to tip around 10% when paying in restaurants and do check as, in some cases, it may have been added to the bill already.

Smoking

Please note that e-cigarettes cannot be purchased in or taken into many countries across Asia and the Indian Sub Continent.

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Herd of Elephants and Painted Dogs, South Africa

yourNewmarket Holidays booking conditions

Please read carefully

We want you to enjoy every minute of your holiday with us, and we’ll do our very best to try to ensure that it lives up to your expectations of it. We believe that our more than 40 years of tour operating experience, together with the reputation we have for quality and value, should give you the confidence to book with us. To give you further peace of mind, we accept your booking based on our Terms and Conditions, which are designed to clarify the contractual obligations between us. Please spend some time reading them carefully, and please feel free to contact us should anything be unclear.

Your contract with us

1 Your booking

Your booking, once accepted and confirmed in writing to you, represents a contract between all persons named on the Booking, and/or on the Personal Details booking page, and/or on the Confirmation of Reservation, and Newmarket Holidays Limited (The Company). When you make a booking, you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these Booking Conditions. The contract is based on the information given in the brochure or our website newmarketholidays.co.uk and the terms laid out in the following Booking Conditions. This agreement is governed by English Law and jurisdiction is conferred on the Courts of England and Wales only unless, in the case of Court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be brought in the Courts of your home country or those of England and Wales. If proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to have your contract and claim governed by the law of Scotland/Northern Ireland as applicable (but if you do not so choose, English law will apply). We do not accept bookings from any unaccompanied customers under the age of 18.

2 Your payment

Your Confirmation of Reservation includes an invoice showing the deposit paid and the final balance due. The outstanding amount must be paid by the due date. Should we not receive payment by this date, we shall cancel your travel arrangements, in which case you could be liable to pay cancellation charges according to the scale set out in section 4.

N.B. 1: The person making the booking with us does so in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and with the understanding that the information they provide is a requirement of the contract between us. The person making the booking becomes directly responsible to the Company for the payment of

the total holiday price and if applicable, and where appropriate, for the cancellation charges and disbursements of any funds. The person making the booking does so on behalf of all persons named on it and is responsible for ensuring that all the Personal Data provided is accurate and for ensuring that all persons named on the booking are aware of these Terms and Conditions and that they consent to the person making the booking acting on their behalf in relation to this booking.

3 Your alterations

If you want to change any of the details of your booking, we’ll always do our best to help. We’ll however make amendment charges as follows:

Change of name – £50 per person plus supplier costs

Transfer to another departure date or package prior to balance due date – £75 per person

Transfer to another departure date or package after balance due date – Cancellation charges will apply Part cancellations follow the standard Cancellation charges. See Your cancellations section, below, for details.

All amendments must be notified to us in writing, by telephone or by email to customerservices@ newmarketholidays.co.uk , by the person who made the original booking.

N.B. 2: Where any change is made to a booking involving travel by air, we reserve the right to make additional charges to cover in full any costs charged to us by our suppliers. If an amendment involves a change of name, insurance premiums are not transferable.

4 Your cancellation

You may cancel your booking or part of it once it has been confirmed but the cancellation will only be valid if made in writing direct to the Company or by telephone to our customer service team and having answered the security questions. If the cancellation results in a person travelling alone, a single room supplement is payable. The amount payable on cancellation depends upon when we receive your instructions - the more notice you give, the less we will charge. The different periods before departure date within which instructions are received by the Company and the amounts of cancellation charge (shown as a percentage of the total holiday price) are as follows:

NB 3: If the reason for cancellation is covered under the terms of an insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges. You can cancel your booking without paying cancellation charges if the performance of your package, or the carriage

Prior to Balance Due date*

Loss of deposit

Balance Due Date - 56 days before departure 35% or deposit paid if higher than 35%

55 days - 49 days before departure 50%

48 - 35 days before departure 75%

34 - 16 days before departure 90%

15 - 0 days before departure 100%

of passengers to your destination, is significantly affected by restrictions on travel as defined by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. In such circumstances, we’ll arrange for your booking to be terminated and for you to receive a full refund.

*See Your payment section.

5 Your complaints

In the unlikely event that you have problems whilst on holiday, you MUST report the matter to the hotel or our representative IMMEDIATELY during your holiday. If the matter is not then satisfactorily resolved, you must complete a written report. You must then follow up any complaint in writing within twenty-eight days of your return. We operate a strict code of conduct on package travel and take any complaints received seriously. If you fail to follow the requirement to report your complaint while on holiday, we’ll have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify it and this may affect your rights under this contract.

6 Your travelling conditions

Whereas part of the holiday you have booked your travel by air, land or sea, such travel will be subject to the terms and conditions of carriage of the airline, shipping, rail, or coach company providing the transport. In most cases, the conditions will limit the carrier’s liability to you in accordance with international law. Should anyone be refused boarding to the coach, ferry or flight, or entry to the destination country by the transport or government authority, then we’re powerless to assist and cannot be held responsible. This includes any passenger who fails to advise us of any medical condition or disability. If you’re prevented from travelling as a result, our responsibility for your holiday thereupon ceases. Full cancellation charges will apply, and we’ll be under no obligation whatsoever to provide any refund, compensation or loss you may incur.

Our contract with you

1 Our confirmation of reservation

When we have received your booking and deposit, we’ll send you a Confirmation of Reservation within 24 hours, which details exactly what is booked for you. From this moment, Newmarket Holidays has accepted your booking on the terms set out in this Contract.

2 The price of your holiday

Once you have booked, we guarantee to not change the price of your holiday with us, except in the case of a system error as defined below. The country you travel to may require you to pay fees locally. If this applies, we’ll tell you as part of the booking process.

System errors

We try hard to ensure that advertised prices are up to date and reflect the price you’ll pay when you book. However, prices can change, and errors can occasionally occur. We reserve the right to change and correct advertised prices at any time before your booking is confirmed. In the event of your Confirmation of Reservation showing an incorrect price for your holiday, the price that will prevail is the price shown in our offline reservation system. Accordingly, you may not seek to rely on system errors with a view to obtaining a holiday at less than the correct price, and any contract entered into upon a mistake, such as wrong pricing due to system errors, is not valid or binding.

3 Data protection

To confirm and process your booking, we need to collect Personal Data for all the people named on the booking. We reserve the right to process, store and share all of the information we collect with our suppliers as we deem necessary to fulfil the contract between us and to comply with national and international law. To find out more about how we use and protect your Personal Data, log on to newmarketholidays.co.uk/privacy

4 Our alterations

It’s unlikely that we’ll have to make any changes to your holiday, but we do plan your arrangements many months in advance. Occasionally changes may be made, which we reserve the right to do at any time. Most of these changes are insignificant and we’ll advise you at the earliest possible date. Examples of insignificant changes include: alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, a direct to an indirect flight, which arrives within 12 hours of your

originally booked flight arrival time, a change of UK departure airport between Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Stansted, London City and Southend; between Birmingham and East Midlands; between Liverpool and Manchester; and between Edinburgh and Glasgow; or between the original airport and any other alternative UK airport within a 70-mile radius, changes of carriers, change of accommodation/ cabin to another of the same or higher standard, withdrawal of a hotel facility, which is outside of our control and does not impact on the overall delivery of the tour, and the cancellation of an optional excursion. A significant change is one that we make to your holiday arrangements before departure that involves, for example, changing your resort area, or time of departure or return by more than twelve hours, or offering accommodation with a lower official classification than that advertised (except the latter in the case of en-route tour hotels). If a significant change becomes necessary, we’ll inform you as soon as is reasonably possible if there is time before your departure. When a significant change occurs, you’ll have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements, purchasing another available holiday from us (we’ll refund any price difference if alternative is of lower value), or cancelling your holiday and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. When a significant change occurs, provided it does not arise from circumstances amounting to force majeure (see below), we’ll pay compensation as detailed below, based on how far ahead of departure the change is advised:

Charge

28 - 15 days

14 - 0 days

£10 per booking

£25 per booking

N.B. 4: We’ll not pay you compensation where the significant change is due to unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances, which means a situation beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all reasonable measures had been taken. These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, epidemics and pandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport or where the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development advise against travel.

5 Our cancellations

We reserve the right to cancel your holiday and in this event, we’ll return to you all money you have paid to us relating to the holiday package (insurance and ancillaries such as airport car parking, airport hotels and airport lounges are non-refundable)

or will offer you an alternative, available holiday to purchase of comparable standard. We’ll not cancel your holiday, due to depart within 20 days, except in the case of force majeure. As an escorted touring organiser, minimum numbers are required for tours to operate. Should minimum numbers not be reached, we reserve the right to cancel your planned departure and offer an alternative, or a full refund of monies paid.

6 Our complaints procedure

Newmarket Holidays Ltd is a Member of ABTA with membership number V7812. ABTA Members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when things do not go according to plan. We’re obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution of disputes, which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. We can normally agree an amicable settlement of the few complaints we receive. However, if we cannot agree, disputes arising out of, or in connection with this Contract may (if the customer so wishes) be referred to ABTA. Go to abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on abta.com Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of three times the cost of your travel arrangements. Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/ or in an identical manner to a) The contractual terms of the companies that provide the travel services that make up your package. These terms are incorporated into this booking; and b) Any relevant international convention, for example the Montreal Convention in respect of travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of travel by sea, the Berne Convention in respect of travel by rail and the Paris Convention in respect of the provision of accommodation, which limit the amount of and conditions under which compensation can be claimed for death, injury, delay to passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage. We’re to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of the extent of or the conditions under which compensation is to be paid under these or any conventions.) You have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation, or delay to flights. Full details will be available from airlines. However, reimbursement in such cases will not automatically entitle you to a refund of your holiday cost from us. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out in these booking conditions. If any payments to you are due from us,

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any payment made to you by the airline, or any other service provider will be deducted. If it’s impossible to ensure you return as scheduled due to unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances, you must make contact with your travel insurance provider to ensure ongoing accommodation costs will be appropriately covered.

N.B. 5: This entire clause does not apply to any separate contracts that you may enter into for excursions or activities whilst on holiday.

7 Your behaviour

If in our reasonable belief or opinion or in the reasonable belief or opinion of any person in authority, your behaviour is jeopardising the safety of aircraft, people or property therein or good order and discipline on board; or is causing or is likely to cause distress, danger, damage or annoyance to any third party or property, or to cause a delay or diversion to transportation, we reserve the right to terminate your arrangements immediately. In the event of such termination our responsibilities to you’ll cease and you’ll be required to leave your accommodation or other service immediately. We’ll have no further obligations to you and will not meet any expenses, costs or losses incurred as a result. You may also be required to pay for loss and/or damage caused by your actions directly to the applicable supplier prior to departure from the service. If you fail to do so, you’ll be responsible for meeting any claims and costs subsequently made against us as a result.

Our responsibility for your holiday

We want you to enjoy every minute of your holiday with us, and we’ll do our very best to try to ensure that it lives up to your expectations of it. We believe that our more than 40 years of tour operating experience, together with the reputation we have for quality and value, should give you the confidence to book with us. To give you further peace of mind, we accept your booking based on our Terms and Conditions, which are designed to clarify the contractual obligations between us. Please spend some time reading them carefully, and please feel free to contact us should anything be unclear.

1 Overseas holidays

(a) Special requests relating to your arrangements must be advised to us at the time of booking and confirmed to us in writing. Whilst we will try to meet or arrange your reasonable special requests, we cannot guarantee that they’ll be fulfilled. If we can specifically confirm a special request or requirement, we’ll do so on our confirmation but where requests or requirements have not been so confirmed in writing on our confirmation, a failure to meet them will not be a breach of contract on our part. If you or any member of your party has any precise medical problem or disability, which may affect your chosen arrangements, please provide us with full details before we issue our confirmation. We’ll only provide precise information on the suitability of the trip considering your needs if you specifically request us to do so. Acting reasonably, if we’re unable to properly accommodate your needs, we’ll not confirm your booking and/or if you did not give us full details at the time of booking, we’ll treat it as cancelled by you when we become aware of these details.

(b) Although we have no direct control over services provided to you by independent suppliers, we accept responsibility for the reasonable standard of the holiday, which you book. We reserve the right to make alterations to itineraries should it be an operational requirement to do so.

(c) We accept responsibility if you or any person named on the booking suffers bodily injury, illness or death due to the negligent acts and/ or omissions of: (i) our employees or agents; or (ii) our suppliers or subcontractors, servants or

agents whilst acting within the scope or in the course of their employment to provide any service or arrangement forming part of the holiday that you have booked with us save that we do not accept responsibility for any air or sea carriers whose liabilities are limited by the relevant International Conventions. Any such claims will be subject to and dealt with in accordance with English Law and will be subject to the jurisdiction of the Courts of England and Wales only unless, in the case of Court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be brought in the Courts of your home country or those of England and Wales. If proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to have your contract and claim governed by the law of Scotland/Northern Ireland as applicable (but if you do not so choose, English law will apply).

(d) We shall give you assistance if you suffer illness, personal injury or death during the period of your holiday overseas arising out of an activity which does not form part either of the holiday arrangement with us or an excursion offered through us. This assistance will include advice and guidance only.

(e) In the event of a claim under this clause against us by you or any person named on the booking, we reserve the right to claim in your place against the person or corporation responsible for the act, default or omission giving rise to the claim and you hereby agree to assign to us all your rights under this clause and we’ll be subrogated to those rights and you hereby agree to assist us fully in the event that we enforce the rights, which have been assigned to us or to which we are subrogated.

(f) We take the safety and security of our customers extremely seriously. If the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office advises that people should not visit a particular country, then we would act on this. However, we’re sure you appreciate from press and television coverage that the political, economic, and social conditions in many countries are not as stable as we are used to. Sadly, crimes against both people and their property are a fact of life the world over, and when in a foreign country it’s very important to be extra vigilant and avoid drawing attention to yourself by wearing expensive jewellery, carrying expensive equipment etc. Travellers have the same responsibility for their personal safety and that of their possessions, as they do at home. As situations in countries can change rapidly, we would suggest you may wish to visit the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Travel Advice website at gov.uk/foreigntravel-advice for up-to-date information and advice regarding safety BEFORE BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY. Newmarket Holidays operate to many parts of the world, some of which do not conform to British health and safety standards. We request that all our hotels comply with the local regulations applicable in their country for health and safety, but we cannot guarantee that these meet British standards.

2 UK holidays

We accept responsibility for ensuring that all component parts of this inclusive holiday are supplied to you as described in this brochure and to a reasonable standard. If any such part is not provided in the advertised manner, we’ll pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected your enjoyment of your holiday.

3 Travel insurance

Because of the importance of having adequate insurance cover, we make it a condition of booking on all holidays and breaks that you’re covered by an insurance policy. If you elect not to take the insurance recommended by Newmarket Holidays, via Holiday Extras Ltd, you must ensure you secure adequate cover at the time of booking

and you agree to indemnify Newmarket Holidays for any costs that arise which would otherwise have been met through a travel insurance policy.

4 Financial protection and repatriation Newmarket Holidays Ltd’s ATOL number is 2325. When you buy an ATOL protected flight inclusive holiday from us you’ll receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists the flight, accommodation, car hire and/ or other services that are financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you’ll be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or to your credit card issuer where applicable). The Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT) provides financial protection under The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 for (Newmarket Holidays Limited membership number 5509), and in the event of their insolvency, protection is provided for Non-flight packages. ABTOT cover provides for a refund in the event you have not yet travelled or repatriation if transportation was included in your package. Please note that bookings made outside the UK are only protected by ABTOT when purchased directly with (Newmarket Holidays Limited). In the unlikely event that you require assistance whilst abroad due to our financial failure, please call our 24/7 helpline on 01702 811 397 and advise you’re a customer of an ABTOT protected travel company. You can access The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 here: legislation.gov.uk/ uksi/2018/634/contents/made You can find out more about ABTOT here: abtot.com

5 Passport, visa and immigration requirements

Your specific passport and visa requirements, and other immigration requirements are your responsibility, and you should confirm these with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa, or immigration requirements which are fully your responsibility. Travel to the European Union has changed since the UK’s withdrawal from the EU, and you must ensure you have a minimum of six months validity from your return date and that your passport is less than ten years old on your date of departure.

Travel agents

All monies you pay to the travel agent are held by them on behalf and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust at all times. This is subject to the agent’s obligation to pay it to us for so long as we do not fail. If we fail, any money held at that time by the agent, or subsequently accepted from you by them, is and continues to be held on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation to pay that money to us.

Please note: All information in this brochure was correct at time of going to print on 29 April 2024 and any errors are unintentional.

Important information

Your Newmarket Holiday

Your holiday has been arranged by Newmarket Holidays. Part of the Newmarket Group, founded in 1983, the company has carried countless happy customers to many beautiful parts of the world. Of course, as well as our commitment to quality, you are assured of the full financial protection of our ATOL bond lodged with the Civil Aviation Authority.

Brochure details

All information in this brochure was correct at time of going to print and any errors are unintentional. The availability of some services, facilities and attractions may vary due to circumstances out of our control such as poor weather conditions, lack of demand and breakdowns. We cannot predict these things in advance, and do not accept liability if things are not open or available, although we will do our best to provide alternatives.

Booking

It’s extremely important that you provide clear, correct information when booking, for it’s from this information that we make your reser vation and our contract with you. The person to whom all correspondence, invoices and joining instruc tions are to be sent, should be entered as the first name. It’s also their address and telephone number(s) that should be given. Other names are required by airlines, insurance companies, hoteliers etc, so please be accurate. For foreign holidays, it’s essential that these names match those on the passports. If any member of your party changes their name between booking this holiday and travelling, it’s impor tant to provide us with these details, so that we can issue the tickets in the new name. We do not accept bookings from any unaccompanied passengers under the age of 18.

Your financial protection

The air holiday packages in this brochure are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is ATOL (membership number 2325). Please see our Booking Conditions for further information. Holiday packages without flights are protected by ABTOT (membership number 5509).

Your itinerary

You’ll receive your final Itinerary and final Travel Documents seven days prior to departure, provided all payments have been made. We endeavour to operate the itinerary advertised in this brochure although there are occasions when due to circumstances out of our control, we may have to change the order in which the itinerary is operated, or our day-by-day activities. On the rare occasion this happens, our tour managers will keep you fully informed, and where possible provide suitable alternatives.

Group tours

When travelling with us on an escorted tour, you’ll be in a group. Our small-group tours can range from 16 up to 24 and our general group tours have an average range of 35 to 40 customers.

Accommodation

Should you have special requests such as adjoining guestrooms, or high or low floors, make your request at the time of booking. The hotel cannot guarantee to meet all requests but will at all times do their best to oblige. Please note that at the beginning and at the end of the summer season, certain facilities advertised at hotels may not be available. Items such as outdoor swimming pools and air conditioning, for example, are subject to weather conditions and it will be the decision of each individual hotelier as to when these facilities are available.

Airport development charge

An Airport Development charge has been introduced by some UK Airports and is subject to change. You may be required to pay a charge for each departing passenger directly to the airport. We recommend you check your departure airport website for further information.

Hotel room tax

Some countries have introduced a room tax per person per night, payable directly by the guest to the hotel on check-out. You’ll be advised by your tour manager in resort if your particular hotel(s) is required to charge this.

Special requests

There are, of course, only a limited number of front seats on coaches, low floor rooms in hotels etc. Should you have special requests such as adjoining guestrooms, or for a high or low floor, make your request at the time of booking. We cannot guarantee to meet all requests but will do our best to oblige.

Delays

In the event of your outbound flight being cancelled by the airline, we’ll try to rebook to you onto an alternative flight departing the same day from the same departure airport. If this is not possible, we’ll endeavour to offer you an alternative flight departing the following day, which you may accept with a proportionate refund, or cancel with a full refund. Occasionally flights and coaches may be delayed due to circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, we’ll do our utmost to help you and keep you fully informed. In the event of extended overnight delays, depending upon circumstances, we’ll endeavour to provide accommodation. In the case of a major delay to your homeward journey, we shall endeavour to delay the depar ture from your hotel.

Optional excursions

Some optional excursions are subject to a minimum number of participants. In the unlikely event that minimum numbers are not reached and the excursion is cancelled, your payment will be returned in full. Cancellation often takes place whilst you are already on your holiday. This is because some people like to wait until they are in resort before booking their excursions and this often increases the numbers. If minimum numbers are still not met, your tour manager will inform you as soon as possible. Some attractions visited offer free admission to visitors at certain times of year – we do not include entrance fees. These will be payable locally where applicable. This applies to excursions that are included in the price of your holiday and to excursions booked as optional extras.

Flight information

All prices in this brochure are based on air travel in economy class. We reserve the right to substitute an alternative airline or aircraft type.

In-flight meals

Airlines strive to cater for dietary requirements, allergies and food intolerances and, where applicable, in-flight meals can be requested based on your needs. However, please note that there’s no central airline policy regarding catering for nut allergies so if this is of concern, we recommend checking with your airline directly about how to reduce the risk of a reaction on your flight.

Important note about flight timings

The flight information given at the time of booking is based on our best available knowledge at the time of sale, but are provisional. Please note that timings

are subject to change, and should any alteration be significant, we’ll be in touch. Final timings will be reconfirmed with your Final Travel Documents, issued approximately seven days before travel.

Special note on rail breaks

Unless a train journey is specifically described as being steam hauled, all rail journeys are on scheduled services using diesel powered engines. Where a steam hauled rail journey is included, we reserve the right to replace the steam engine with a diesel locomotive in the unlikely event of the former breaking down.

Fitness to travel

We strive to give all our customers full care and attention, but we do need to know at the time of booking if there are any special needs or requirements. It’s particularly important that we are advised of any disabilities and also if you intend to bring any specialist equipment such as a wheelchair with you. Please tell us any special information and this will be acknowledged on your Confirmation of Reservation. If you have suffered from a serious medical condition recently, then you should consult with your doctor about your fitness to travel.

UK, Irish & European holidays

Unless otherwise stated the price of the holiday applies to each of two people sharing a room. The majority of guestrooms are twin-bedded. Double beds can be requested but are not guaranteed. Most hotels have single rooms and a supplement is usually charged. The third and fourth bed in triple and four bedded rooms are usually only suitable for children. It’s standard practice for guestrooms to be vacated by 12 noon. Where your departure is later, it may be possible to keep the guestroom longer - your tour manager will give you assistance and advise of any extra charge that would be made. Breakfast is included on most holidays - details are in the brochure. Continental-style invariably means rolls/croissants, jam, tea or coffee. If you have any special dietary needs, please let us know at the time of booking. Not all hotel guestrooms, especially in overseas hotels have tea/coffee-making facilities –seasoned travellers take travel kettles with them. If you have a late arrival at your destination, the hotel/accommodation kitchen may be closed. In these instances, we will do our best to arrange a cold platter for you, however service provisions do vary and therefore this cannot be guaranteed.

America, Canada & furtherafield holidays

The majority of the guestrooms will have two double beds or one king-size bed. It’s standard practice for rooms to be vacated by 12 noon. Where your departure is later, it may be possible to keep the room longer but this is at the hotel’s discretion.

Costing of holidays

The costs of your holiday have been converted into GBP using these exchange rates: EUR 1.07; USD 1.11; CAD 1.54; NOK 11.2; INR 91.00; ZAR 17.3; JPY 162

Holiday Extras not booked with Newmarket Holidays

We cannot be held responsible for compensation in respect of any extras, which are booked (e.g. travel insurance, currency, theatre tickets) with a third party, if we subsequently cancel your holiday for whatever reason.

Call costs

All calls to our 0330 telephone numbers are charged at the standard local rate.