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Reasons to unlock the world right now. Tour

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This year, Trafalgar celebrates turning 75 years young. Throughout the decades, we’ve pioneered local experiences and paved the way for new destinations... and we’re only at the beginning of our journey.

That’s why it makes me exceptionally proud to share that alongside our existing suite of beloved itineraries, we’re continuing to evolve and innovate our holiday options around the world, just as we always have.

New destinations

Colombia, with holidays to bring the richness and vibrancy of this country to life.

Active & Hiking holidays, designed for travellers looking for a higher level of physical activity with all the inclusions our guests know and love.

Culture & Heritage based itineraries for an immersive exploration of Indigenous &

As part of The Travel Corporation with a century of expertise, 40 award winning brands including Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Red Carnation Hotels and Luxury Gold Vacations, travel knowing we have the experience and know how to adapt to change while ensuring your holiday is always stress free.

And on all of our itineraries we’re proud to be your champions of local. From small familyrun hotels, to the passionate keepers of cultures and traditions, to those who provide hospitality, be it through food, wine or song, we craft memorable encounters you’ll cherish for years to come.

It’s with all this in mind that I’m proud to share 25 reasons to travel right now, and, how as the leaders in travel we make it easy for you to just… go.

“This year we celebrate 75 years, and we’re proud to continue to unlock the world for you like only we can”
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The best of the world unlocked for you.

300+ holidays | 70+ countries | 6 continents

USA & Canada

Embrace adventure closer to home. Across 40 states/provinces in USA & Canada, and as the USA’s National Parks Specialists, you’re in the best possible hands.

USA | Canada | Hawaii

Learn more, get inspired and discover 16 of our bestsellers, pages 12 - 23

Latin America

Feel Latin America's powerful allure through captivating encounters with people and mind-blowing landscapes, all with our team by your side.

Brazil | Peru | Argentina | Chile Costa Rica | Colombia | Patagonia Ecuador | Galapagos

Learn more, get inspired and discover 4 of our bestsellers, pages 54 - 59

Europe & Britain

With more itineraries, deep local connections and 75 years of travels in Europe & Britain, a holiday with us will be Simply the Best.

Learn more, get inspired and discover 16 of our bestsellers pages 24 - 35

PERU ECUADOR BRAZIL ARGENTINA CHILE COSTA RICA USA CANADA ALASKA SWITZERLAND BELGIUM NETHERLANDS NORWAY IRELAND SPAIN PORTUGAL FRANCE GREAT BRITAIN MOROCCO
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Asia

Get a true understanding of these countries that seamlessly juxtapose old and new as you fall in love with them in ways you never thought possible.

Japan | Vietnam | China | Cambodia

Thailand | Malaysia

Singapore | India

Learn more, get inspired and discover 4 of our bestsellers, pages 48 - 53

Africa

Through our company's South African roots, we’ll connect you to remarkable wildlife and give you access to the can’t-miss places you couldn’t experience on your own.

South Africa | Namibia | Kenya | Tanzania

Zimbabwe | Botswana | Eswatini

Learn more, get inspired and discover 4 of our bestsellers, pages 36 - 41

Australia & New Zealand

Alongside our sister brand AAT Kings, Down Under specialists, there’s no better way to unlock the very best of both countries, packed with adventure.

Learn more, get inspired and discover 4 of our bestsellers, pages 42 - 47

GERMANY AUSTRIA FINLAND DENMARK POLAND CROATIA GREECE ITALY SWEDEN TURKEY KENYA TANZANIA SOUTH AFRICA NAMIBIA JORDAN ISRAEL
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ease Best in

Holidays are a time to leave stress behind. You don’t want the worries of research, maps, entry times, lining up for tickets and waiting to check in. With Trafalgar, you won’t have them - just relax and enjoy.

Planned to perfection

Your ha pe

Your trip has been carefully crafted by seasoned experts who know where to go and when, meaning you will enjoy itineraries that guarantee you make the most of every precious day. Our on-road team are passionate about the places they take you and will introduce you to the people who live there that make each place so unique. They have the insider know how that unlocks doors, whether it be a great museum or iconic site (without having to line up), or the intimate home of a colourful local.

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The right transport for the best experience

We mix up our ways to travel around the world, with trains, included boats as well as our luxury motor coaches. Best of all, they’re included in your price, and booked for the entire group in advance. Look out for these symbols on the trip maps in this brochure.

Stress-free travel

Explore without worry, hassle or planning. With our Team looking out for your best interests, always - all tickets, accommodation, reservations and transportation is sorted and handled for you in advance. The result? You’ll feel like a VIP with your mind free to focus on having fun, being in the moment and enjoying what each day brings.

No driving, no maps, no arguments!

Navigating the strange streets of foreign countries can be an endurance test that frazzles the best of us. Your Driver knows the way and gets you to your next destination without you needing to worry about a thing. So, have that extra wine or two and relax.

6. Luggage lifted

Luggage is something you only want to see at your hotel door when you arrive at each stay, and then back on the coach when it’s time to go. That’s what you will experience, with our team doing all the heavy lifting for you.

7. Coach Comfort

Our luxury coaches feature plush, comfortable seats, and large windows to take in the views, WiFi, air-con, clean,

facilities*, USB chargers & more. Your team also ensure that the coach is kept clean and sanitized, in line with our protocols and hygiene standards.

8. Flexibility & security

More than a century of experience

Trafalgar is part of The Travel Corporation, a family-owned and run business driven by outstanding service since 1920. Comprised of 40 award-winning brands including Insight Vacations, Contiki, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises and Adventure World Travel, our passion for travel shines through in all we do. Today, Trafalgar is the industry’s most awarded company with over 90 awards.

This includes options to choose new dates and or destinations should plans change, and a range of deposit options depending on your trip and departure dates. Visit trafalgar.com.us/peaceofmind

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Every detail was taken care of so we were able to relax and enjoy our experience!“
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Best in wellbeing

When you book a guided holiday with us, you’ll appreciate travel being a breeze. Explore the destination of your dreams

Global round-the-clock support

Our operations and guest support teams remain in close contact and oncall 24/7 before and throughout your holiday. Should regulations from health and government organisations change at any stage, rest assured our team has the experience, training and readiness to pivot seamlessly behind the scenes at a moments notice.

Elevated hygiene protocols

We’ve got you covered. Your Team members are expertly trained to look after your wellbeing on trip, with elevated hygiene protocols adhered to as standard and additional supplies like masks, sanitiser and gloves on-board should you need them. Our coaches are cleaned multiple times daily, have best-in-class hospital grade air recommended protocols.

Plans in place

Travel knowing our protocols and plans have been developed in line with the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). We proudly wear the WTTC Safe Travels Stamp, and the plans and

the priority of our guests wellbeing at every step. Read more at trafalgar.com/ travelquestions

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10Best in team

Your on-road team of superstars work together to take care of every logistic and hurdle. Answering questions, and providing reassurance and support, your team ensures you can travel worry free and enjoy Simply the Best experiences in every place.

Your Travel Director

This legend is the backbone of every trip and a traveller’s best friend. Part magician, part scholar and chief storyteller, your Travel Directors are there for your every need along the way as they work behind the scenes to ensure all plans run seamlessly and stress-free. They are also experts in the places they visit, with a knowledge and passion that is commendable – and contagious.

Your Driver

Not only will our Drivers get you where you need to be, you’ll get there on time and as close to the action as is possible. They ensure hygiene standards and protocols on our coaches, and load and unload your bags at your accommodation too. The result?

You remain free to enjoy the views, the

Local Specialist Guides

Your champions of local, you'll appreciate the expertise of our Local Specialist Guides. Fiercely passionate and incredibly proud of their home states, cities, small towns and breathtaking landscapes, you'll unlock the best of each place thanks to their personal lens on the places you visit.

- Reg. G, Majestic Alaska
"The thought and planning that went behind the scenes by all involved was outstanding. Hotels, accommodation, meals were faultless. Overall everything worked together to make for an outstanding tripunforgettable."
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Our TreadRight Foundation

Our Foundation, TreadRight, was formed in 2008 to ensure that our impact on the planet we call home, the people we visit, and the rich wildlife we encounter when travelling, is a positive one. With more than 55 cause-related projects across 26 countries completed or underway, we are focused on protecting our love of travel for future generations.

Global Sustainability

We have committed to a 5-year How We Tread Right (HWTR) sustainability strategy which focuses on 11 goals tied to the UN Sustainable Development Global Goals. It’s our commitment to use the power of responsible travel to

Best in ways

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Enrich your travels while supporting the people and places you visit, with at least one experience on every itinerary, all selected to advance the United Nations Global Goals (UNSDGs). Experiences include:

• at Ol Peteja Conservancy about its endangered wildlife and ecosystem

• Meet the female artisans of Iraq Al-Amir, an organisation in women in rural Amman providing employment and skills through pottery and paper making, Jordan.

These are two of the hundreds of feel good travel experiences you’ll have with us.

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Evolving Our Holidays

Experiences on all our holidays, we’re proud to continue to develop and grow our dedicated Culture & Heritage focused holidays, developed collaboratively with underrepresented communities. Read more about these at trafalgar.com on the trips below.

• Southwest Native Trails

• Journey Along the Civil Rights Trail

• National Parks and Native Trails of the Dakotas

Whether you’re travelling on your own or with family and friends, way you want to travel. Book on however you wish, or design your

Create your own holiday

For 10+ guests, our team can help design a custom trip bespoke to your group’s passions and interests.

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Travelling solo?

Our holidays attract people from all over the world who are looking to travel with like minded explorers. We make it easy with options to room-share, pay a small single-room supplement and on some departures you’ll travel solo supplement free.

Travelling with the Family?

We welcome all guests aged 5+ on connect over shared travel experiences the whole family will enjoy without the hassle of planning.

9+ guests

If you’re looking to book for 9 or more guests, secure your seats on our trips and enjoy discounted rates for the entire group booking.

For more ways to go, triple share, family travel savings and more, visit sunway.ie

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USA and Unlock the best of Canada

There’s never been a better time to embrace wide open spaces, fresh air and adventure across these two incredible countries.

On all our itineraries we’re proud to be your champions of local encounters, with our friends throughout each state and territory we visit opening their doors to welcome you.

With itineraries for every type of explorer. Alongside our muchloved itineraries, we’re proud to

National Parks trips, Active and Hiking, Culture and Heritage and Family fun holiday destinations you’ve dreamed of visiting or maybe never even heard of. Your best USA & Canada trip starts with Trafalgar.

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42 Itineraries 5 - 19 Days

What’s included on every trip

Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar

Enjoy the ultimate road trip

Sit back and relax as we take care of the driving while you enjoy the routes of the great American iconic drives.

National Parks made easy

Get exclusive access to noteworthy national parks thanks to our extensive partnership network. You’ll enjoy the very best in park stays with access and permits arranged and included with no hidden costs.

Travel with a Local Expert

Experience the full range of cultures with your local team who navigate destinations with ease.

The best in Hawaii

As the biggest and best tour company operating in Hawaii, we’ll take you beyond the tourist trail, introduce you to locals and unlock the islands’ secrets for you.

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Meet Jasper’s Warrior Women

Be invited onto traditional First Nations land to meet the talented Matricia, singer, songwriter, musician and artist.

Eat like a Portland local cuisines, taste your way around the -

Included on Scenic Seattle, Portland and Oregon Coast.

Matrica’s collective, Warrior Women. - Included on Iconic Rockies and Western Canada.

Feed the soul with the Carlton Reese Choir

View the Oregon coast by water even a whale! - Included on Scenic Seattle, Portland and Oregon Coast.

Marvel at lava in ancient caves

Luther King Jr. on his visits around Alabama. - Included on Journey along the Civil Rights Trail.

Volcanoes National Park - Included on Hawaiian Explorer.

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Float down Snake River bank. - Included on Five Epic National Parks

Visit the birthplace of country music

Visit Nashville’s iconic Studio B where more than 35,000 legendary songs by the likes of Dolly Parton and Elvis Presley were recorded. Next up, the Country Music Hall of Fame for a tour and pinch yourself moment. Experience the life and music of Johnny Cash during a private performance of original songs by one of his family members. – Included on Tastes and Sounds of the South.

Marvel at Maligne Lake by land and sea

Start the day wining, dining and Maligne Lake Chalet. Then board a boat to explore remote Spirit Island and its incredible Maligne Canyon steeped in Indigenous history and spirituality. - Included on Spectacular Canadian Rockies.

Enjoy rustic cabin comfort in outback Aspen

through the spectacular Snowmass Mountain wilderness to arrive at the historic Burlingame Cabin. Relax in comfort with a campside meal, music and famous Coloradoan hospitality. - Included on Welcome to Colorado.

Hear stories of Yosemite’s climbing past

A hub for adventurers from around the world, meet a Yosemite naturalist who’ll share the dynamic history of climbing in the park. A fascinating encounter, you’ll be enthralled by photographs, old and new climbing gear and stories. – Included on California’s High Country Adventure, California’s Great National Parks.

Fall in love with the North Woods in Fall

View the summit of Mt. Washington, known for its weather conditions and spectacular foliage, then travel down to view the wilderness that thrives despite the elements, all washed in a kaleidoscope of breath-taking fall colour. - Included on Autumn Colours.

An insider look at Allan Houser Sculpture Garden

and paintings depicting Indigenous tribes, visit the namesake garden of Allan Houser. Take a private tour of this 50-acre property and learn about the life of this fascinating Native American artist surrounded by some of his most famous works. - Included on Colourful Trails of the Southwest & Southwest Native Trails.

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A wild escape brings your dream of Alaska to life. When you’re not traversing Denali National Park's tundra or sailing past Humpback whales and icebergs on an Alaska cruise in gold and riding a dome car on the Alaska Railroad.

• Explore Valdez, Seward, Denali National Park and Kenai Fjords National Park • Visit Alaska Native Heritage Center, Musk Ox Farm, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center • Iconic Train journey aboard the Alaska Railroad

Canyon,

Bald Eagles CRUISE ALASKA RAILROAD Kenai NationalFjordsPark ALASKA BRITISH COLUMBIA Whittier DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE VALDEZ ANCHORAGE Glacier BayNational Park Skagway Hubbard Glacier Juneau Ketchikan 8-Day Glacier Discovery Cruise Option Seward Prince William Sound CRUISE CRUISE VANCOUVER FAIRBANKS
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the spirit of aloha follow you from waves of Oahu to the black sand beach of Punalu'u Beach Park. Views of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, farm-to-table feasting at a Maui farm and more are yours to discover
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• Explore wonders of Manta Rays in Keauhou Beach with a Local Specialist • Visit Pearl Harbor, Hanauma Bay, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii Ocean Science Park, a local farm on Maui, Waimea
and Grove Farm Sugar Plantation with a Local Specialist
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California’s Great National Parks

8 Days 1 Country

13 Meals

See what happens on trip: #TTCANationalParks

Sequoias frame your path as you experience the wonders of California's National Parks. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you meet a climber in Yosemite National Park. Visit Sequoia National Park for a stargazing experience. Bask in the beauty of Mammoth Lakes and visit Death Valley National Park.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Visit Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Mammoth Lakes, Death Valley National Park, Giant Forest Museum, Rodeo Drive

• See El Capitain, Half Dome, Bridalveil Falls

• Scenic Drive along Tioga Pass

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Durango and Silverton Train 1 2 2 1 2 1 COLORADO Georgetown Loop Railroad Rocky Mountain National Park Aspen Ouray Mesa Verde National Park Colorado National Monument Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Georgetown Durango & Silverton narrow Gauge Railroad Pikes Peak Garden of the Gods Silverton GLENWOOD SPRINGS PALISADE DURANGO COLORADO SPRINGS DENVER BOULDER Welcome to Colorado Enjoy Colorado sightseeing visiting Rocky Mountain and Mesa Verde National Parks, hearing captivating tales of the Gold Rush, ride aboard historic trains and drive the scenic “Million Dollar” and Peak to Peak Highways against the unforgettable backdrop of the southern Rocky Mountains. 10 Days 1 Country 15 Meals DCOL
Must-See Highlights • Visit Rocky Mountain National Park, Boulder, , Glenwood Springs,
Colorado National Monument, Palisade, Silverton,
Verde National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park Preserve, Colorado Springs, the US Olympic & Paralympic Museum • Scenic Drive along Trail Ridge Road, Million Dollar Highway, San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway, Rim Rock Drive, Peak to Peak Highway See what happens on trip: #TTColorado Trip code: Past Guest Rated 4.3/5 from €3475 Per person, twin share Sequoia National Park Death Valley National Park CALIFORNIA NEVADA Tioga Pass YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Kings Canyon National Park MAMMOTH LAKES SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK LAS VEGAS LOS ANGELES
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Utah’s Mighty Five National Parks

Your Must-See Highlights

• Hike to Grand View Point Overlook & Goblin Valley in Utah, then hike Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend in Arizona plus many more

• Visit Utah’s Mighty Five iconic national parks: Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks. As well as four Utah State Parks; Dead Horse Point, Goblin Valley, Kodachrome Basin and Coral Pink Sand Dunes

• See the world famous Delicate Arch from the Viewpoint Trail

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Your Must-See Highlights

• Visit the Oregon Trail

in Montpelier, Jackson, Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Cody, the Black Hills, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore

Hiking in Utah Zion National Park Goblin Valley State Park Kodachrome Basin State Park Arches National Park Dead Horse Point State Park Coral Pink Sands State Park Antelope Canyon Navajo Tribal Park Capitol Reef National Park Canyonlands National Park UTAH COLORADO NEVADA ARIZONA LAKE POWELL LAS VEGAS SPRINGDALE TORREY BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK GRAND JUNCTION MOAB
10 Days 1 Country 18 Meals DTMF
Past Guest Rated 4.8/5 from €3450 Per person, twin share Cowgirl Optional Departure City Denver Airport Arrival at 5 p.m. Grand Teton National Park Cody CrazyMemorialHorse Mount Rushmore Durham Bison Ranch Blackfoot IDAHO COLORADO SOUTH DAKOTA WYOMING UTAH YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK RAPID CITY JACKSON SALT LAKE CITY DENVER SHERIDAN Badlands National Park
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Grand Teton National Park GRAND CANYON RAILWAY Grand Teton National Park Yellowstone National Park Bryce NationalCanyon Park Grand NationalCanyon Park IDAHO WYOMING UTAH ARIZONA NEVADA MONTANA WEST YELLOWSTONE JACKSON SALT LAKE CITY ZION NATIONAL PARK LAS VEGAS WILLIAMS Pocatello Five Epic National Parks 9 Days 1 Country 13 Meals DPRK Your Must-See Highlights • Visit Jackson, Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Williams, Grand Canyon National Park, Cameron Trading Post • Scenic Cruise • Scenic Train Ride to the heart of stunning Grand Canyon National Park Past Guest Rated 4.7/5 See what happens on trip: #TT5NationalParks Trip code: from €2950 twin share Bison, Wyoming CrazyMemorialHorse Mount Rushmore Deadwood Devils Tower Cody Grand Teton National Park WYOMING SOUTH DAKOTA YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK SHERIDAN JACKSON RAPID CITY National Parks Wonders 9 Days 1 Country 12 Meals DNPW Your Must-See Highlights • Explore • Visit • View Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore • Scenic Drive through Yellowstone Past Guest Rated 4.8/5 See what happens on trip: #TTNationalParks Trip code: from €3250 twin share visit sunway.ie 19 USA & Canada
Mount Rushmore Zion National Park Grand Teton National Park Cody Crazy Horse Memorial Mount Rushmore Vail Arches National Park Mesa Verde National Park Great Salt Lake Bighorn Mountains Painted Desert Canyonlands National Park IDAHO UTAH WYOMING COLORADO SOUTH DAKOTA MONTANA NEVADA ARIZONA Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK BILLINGS JACKSON SALT LAKE CITY BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK MOAB DENVER MONUMENT VALLEY GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK LAS VEGAS Badlands National Park RAPID CITY Blackfoot Scenic Parks Explorer This National Parks tour is an iconic journey, culminating Valley’s imposing mesas, Grand Tetons’ alpine landscapes, 15 Days 1 Country 24 Meals DSPA Your Must-See Highlights • Visit Zion, Bryce Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park, Arches, Mesa Verde, Grand Canyon National Parks, Jackson, The • View Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore in South Dakota • See iconic Delicate Arch Past Guest Rated 4.8/5 See what happens on trip: #TTScenicParks Trip code: from €4925 Per person, twin share Jazz Musician Cotton Country Atchafalaya Basin Mississippi River Graceland Natchez Trace Parkway Frogmore Plantation Lake Pontchartain Causeway TENNESSEE LOUISIANA MISSISSIPPI MEMPHIS NASHVILLE NATCHEZ NEW ORLEANS Tastes and Sounds of the South 10 Days 1 Country 14 Meals DTSS Your Must-See Highlights • Explore Memphis and New Orleans • Discover Nashville • Visit Past Guest Rated 4.7/5 See what happens on trip: #TTTastesSoundsoftheSouth Trip code: from €3150 Per person, twin share 20

East Coast USA and Canada

14 Days 2 Countries 20 Meals

Autumn Colours

9 Days 1 Country 13 Meals

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Full of iconic landmarks, you’ll connect with the heritage of two nations, exploring Washington D.C.’s White House and Lincoln Memorial, a simpler Amish way of life, strolling Canada's Ottawa, Toronto, and French inspired Montreal, and the thunderous Niagara Falls on this East Coast USA and Canada tour.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Washington D.C., Quebec City, Montreal, and Boston with a Local Specialist

• Discover New York City, Toronto, Ottawa, Niagara-on-the-Lake

• Visit Liberty Bell Center, Corning Museum of Glass, Niagara Falls, Amish Country in Lancaster County

• View the Empire State Building, White House, Lincoln Memorial

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New England fall tour from Beantown to the rocky headlands of Maine. Scenic drives along the Mohawk Trail and fauna specialists are the best way to experience this beautiful corner of the US.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Boston with a Local Specialist

• Visit Woodstock, Acadia National Park and Lexington Green and Concord Minute Man National Historical Park North Bridge

• View Mount Washington

• Scenic Drive along the Mohawk Trail, Kancamagus Highway

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Liberty Bell, Philadelphia Philadelphia Corning Glass Museum Franconia Notch St. Lawrence River VERMONT MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE MARYLAND NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA QUEBEC ONTARIO Optional Departure City JFK Airport TORONTO OTTAWA QUEBEC CITY MONTREAL NIAGARA FALLS NEW YORK CITY LANCASTER COUNTY BOSTON WASHINGTON, D.C.
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Enchanting Canadian Maritimes

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Best of Eastern Canada

9 Days 1 Country 13 Meals

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Feast on fresh Atlantic lobster, hear local stories of the sea, and join in the foot-stomping Celtic culture as you explore of life of the Nova Scotians along with Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick and explore the legends & traditions of the Mi'kmaq.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Discover Halifax, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, Charlottetown, Lunenburg, Prince Edward Island National Park, Hopewell Rocks with a Local Specialist.

• Visit Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, Prince Edward Island, Green Gables Heritage Place, Grand-Pré National Historic Site (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Peggy's Cove, Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre, Fisheries Museum of The Atlantic, Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

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its cosmopolitan cities, French and British heritage, and majestic landscapes. See traditional Pow Wow dancing in Ottawa, watch the cascading waters of Niagara Falls, and stroll through meadows, rolling hills and farms of Quebéc’s Eastern Townships.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore UNESCO listed Quebéc City and Montréal with a Local Specialist

• Discover Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa

• Visit Niagara Falls and Eastern Townships

• Cruise the 1000 Islands dinner cruise and Niagara Falls

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Iconic Rockies and Western Canada

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Cruise Maligne Lake to Spirit Island, take in the Sea-toSky Highway views as you learn traditions of First Nations and join Warrior Women for a one of a kind Be My Guest Experience. From city tours of charming Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler to alpine views from the Sea-to-Sky Gondola.

Ice Hockey Lake Louise Rocky Mountains Jasper National Park National Park Parkway Squamish Chemainus Mount Robson ALBERTA BRITISH COLUMBIA ROCKY MOUNTAINEER Rocky Mountaineer 2-Day Return Option FERRY Calgary Stampede 3-Day Special Departure Athabasca Glacier Alaska Cruise 8-Day Optional Extension BRITISH COLUMBIA Juneau Skagway Glacier Bay National Park Ketchikan CRUISE WHISTLER VICTORIA VANCOUVER SUN PEAKS KAMLOOPS JASPER VANCOUVER BANFF CALGARY Tracy Arm
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We know the places that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. With us by your side, you’ll visit the unmissable sights and spend time with local communities across the continent.

Our connections and understanding of how the locals live and the importance on making a positive impact on the places we visit will bring the best of Europe & Britain to life for you.

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Deeper, richer and

always local

132 Itineraries 6 - 31 Days

What’s included on every trip

Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport

Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar

Exclusive, unparalleled access

Long standing industry partnerships unlock the very best of each place that

Coast and Island of Capri, or dinnerafter-dark in the Vatican Museums.

Revel in the journey

From cruising Greece to riding the rails through Switzerland, we’ve chosen the ideal transport through each country to ensure your journey is as good as the destination.

Cross borders with ease

We’ve taken the hassle out of crossing borders and travelling across multiple countries. With on-the-ground support and smooth, pre-planned transit your team has got you covered.

Visit trafalgar.com/europe and discover all our trips, turn the page to learn more about just a few of the unmissable experiences that await across our itineraries.

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See the Sistine Chapel after dark

Enjoy a private tour of the Vatican Museums after the crowds have left. Delve behind the scenes with a Local

See and Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel before sitting down to a spectacular meal. - Included on Rome & Tuscan Highlights; Contrasts of Italy.

Make macaroni with Mama

Visit the village of Castiglione di Sicilia to walk through its tiny streets before Connecting With Locals watching how homemade macaroni is made by hand. Then roll up your sleeves to make this local delicacy yourself before enjoying a simple but delicious Sicilian meal.Included on Colors of Sicily.

Live the royal life

Feel like a British aristocrat when

fascinating British tradition in one of England’s best examples of Elizabethan

architecture before wandering formal gardens, a maze, and even the Secret Garden. - Included on Best of Devon & Cornwall.

Say 'opa!' in Greece

Share a meal with the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm to

hand encounter with Greek cuisine and culture with a local family is a memorable evening featuring ouzo and a lesson in Greek dancing. - Included on Best of Greece; Secrets of Greece including Corfu.

Taste Cider in Spain

at the Castañón family’s Cider Mill, where three generations have been perfecting the art of cider production. Witness the famous pouring technique before an ‘Espicha’ dinner, where cider takes the leading role, accompanying each delicious dish. - Included on

Northern Spain

"We not only saw the highlights of Italy but also the little hidden gems. Trafalgar made sure we had the opportunity to meet the people, see the country, and learn some of their traditions.”
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Pasta making, Sicily

Immerse in Bedouin traditions

Dive Into Culture on your journey along the Silk Road as you explore the ‘Rose City’ of Petra, before meeting Bedouin locals for an evening in their village. Feel the same excitement traders must have felt as they emerged from the long narrow Siq and faced the pink sandstone façade of buildings like the Treasury. - Included on Jordan Experience; Best of Israel & Jordan Experience.

Stay overnight on Capri

Favourite destination for the rich and famous since the time of Emperor Tiberus, hear all the island secrets from your Local Specialist on your stay on Capri. Exploring on god, discover sights you’ve only ever seen in movies including the Marina where Ulysees was said to have been seduced by sirens. - Included on Italy Bellissimo.

Sip port in Portugal

Visit Vila Nova de Gaia in the historic city of Porto and enjoy a private tour of one of Portugal’s most famous wineries followed by a wine tasting.

styles, blends, and vintages in the company of a Porto Cellar Master. - Included on Best of Portugal; Treasures of Spain and Portugal.

Scope out the northern lights

Enjoy an incredible Stays With Stories in the signature Aurora Cabins. With their expansive glass roof, if the weather is right, you’ll get the best views of the northern lights - feeling immersed in the fairy-tale landscapes of the Arctic. - Included on Scandinavian Northern Lights. Feast on Sweden's farm-totable fare

Travel to Stora Skuggans Värdshus, a guesthouse famous for its commitment to eco-friendly cooking and whole foods. Tour the vegetable gardens before gathering round

Koerv med broed, sausage and a bun, and feast on grilled king’s lamb. - Included on Capitals of Scandinavia; Capitals of the North.

Feast in a 12th Century Castle.

Experience the real Italian Bellissimo during an exclusive tour and traditional dinner castle, once home to infamous dungeons, set deep in the Tuscan hills. - Included on European Dream; Italian Glory; European Wonderland; Best of Italy; Italian Concerto.

Explore the Norwegian countryside

Visit Øvre Eide, a 500-year-old working farm near Bergen at the edge of a lake. Explore the farm buildings and meet some of the resident animals before lunch featuring local produce paired with a rousing performance. - Included on Best of Norway; Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords.

Øvre Eide Farm - Be My Guest Experience, Norway Castello Del Trebbio, Tuscany
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Petra, Jordan

Best of Ireland

Scotland’s Highlands, Islands and Cities

10 Days 1 Country 15 Meals

from €2095 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.7/5

See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfIreland

An in-depth encounter with the Best of Ireland awaits, from

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Dublin with a Local Specialist

• Discover Waterford, Killarney, Limerick and Galway

• Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, the Dunbrody Famine Ship in New Ross, the crystal showroom at Waterford, Blarney Castle to kiss the stone and gain the 'gift of the gab', Adare, Bunratty Folk

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Trip code:

from €3250 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.6/5

Your Must-See Highlights

THURSO ISLE OF SKYE

Ullapool Fort William Iona

Isle of Mull

Orkney Islands Pitlochry

FERRY FERRY

• Explore in Edinburgh with a Local Specialist

Culloden Loch Ness

SCOTLAND

INVERNESS OBAN DUNDEE EDINBURGH GLASGOW

Dunrobin Castle Glamis Castle St. Andrews Loch Lomond Stirling Bannockburn Jedburgh Melrose

See what happens on trip: #TTScotHighlands

This unforgettable Scottish Highlands trip travels into the

• Discover Dundee, Orkney Islands, Stirling and Glasgow

• Visit Edinburgh Castle, Glamis Castle, a whisky distillery in Castle, John O'Groats, The Italian Chapel in Orkney Islands, Skara Cathedral in Glasgow and Stirling Castle

• View Jedburgh Abbey, the 18th green at St. Andrews, Inverness Castle, Eilean Donan Castle and Glencoe

13 Days 1 Country 18 Meals BHLD

Trip code:

Pint of Guinness New Ross Blarney Adare Bunratty Cliffs of Moher Knock Connemara Kylemore Abbey Westport Co. Wicklow Ring of Kerry IRELAND SLIGO GALWAY DUBLIN LIMERICK WATERFORD KILLARNEY
IRBO
Highland Cow, Scotland FERRY

European Whirl

12 Days 8 Countries 16 Meals

Best of France

13 Days 2 Countries 19 Meals

Past

Guest Rated 4.5/5

Mont-Saint-Michel

Chapel Bridge, Lucerne

See what happens on trip: #TTEuropeanWhirl

The tring-tring of bicycles sounds the start of your European Whirl. Kick back on the canals of Amsterdam and Venice, in the quiet lakeside beauty of Lucerne and among the Tuscan the tone for an unforgettable trip.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Rome, Florence and Paris with a Local Specialist

• Visit Rome • View in Paris

NORMANDY BEACHES LOIRE VALLEY

Must-See Highlights

from Rhône Valley

• Discover Bordeaux

• Visit the Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris

PARIS BORDEAUX BIARRITZ CARCASSONNE

Burgundy Wine Region

FRANCE

Dordogne Valley

D-DayBeachesLanding Giverny Avignon Monaco

Villandry Beaune Arles Lourdes

See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfFrance

LYON

Expect only the best on one of our favourite France trips, beginning and ending in Paris. Spend the night as a French lord or lady in an elegant Loire Valley château, be inspired playground of Monaco.

• Explore Carcassonne and Paris both with Local Specialists

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FRENCH RIVIERA

FBOF

EUROSTAR™ RHINE CRUISE Complimentary London Transfer Available St. Goar Heidelberg Brussels Boppard Calais Dover BELGIUM GERMANY FRANCE ITALY NETHERLANDS AUSTRIA SWITZERLAND ENGLAND PARIS LONDON AMSTERDAM RHINELAND LUCERNE INNSBRUCK VENICE FLORENCE ROME
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Best of Italy

13 Days 2 Countries 19 Meals

from €3150 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.7/5

Rome and Tuscan Highlights

9 Days 2 Countries 13 Meals

from €1995 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.8/5

See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfItaly

Discover the Best of Italy, from the ancient treasures of Rome to Renaissance Florence and everything in between. Imagine staying overnight in a renovated Franciscan monastery in Assisi and lapping up chic Capri, as well as a private guided visit to Pompeii to see a Roman city frozen in time.

Your Must-See Highlights

• VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums

• Explore Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence with a Local Specialist

• Discover Venice, Milan and San Gimignano

• Visit St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, a glassblowing factory in Venice, Lake Como and the Florence American Cemetery and Memorial

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See what happens on trip: #TTRomeTuscany

An idyllic Italian retreat, bringing all your Tuscan dreams to life. When you’re not spending time with sisters Sandra and Antonella on their agriturismo overlooking vineyards, you’ll get to delve into the life of Leonardo da Vinci and soak up the healing waters of Montecatini spa.

Your Must-See Highlights

• VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums

• Explore Rome, Vinci, Florence and Pisa with a Local Specialist

• Discover Siena and San Gimignano

• Visit St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome and the Leonardiano Museum in Vinci

Trip code:

2 1 2 2 2 1 12 2 Pompeii San Gimignano Verona Pisa Milan Lake Como Isle of Capri ITALY SORRENTO ROME ASSISI FLORENCE LAKE MAGGIORE VENICE
Duomo, Florence
ITBO
Tuscan Vineyard 1 111 6 Florence Pisa Vinci Siena San Gimignano ITALY Cinque Terre Optional Experience Available on Day 4 MONTECATINI ROME
ITRO
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Spanish Wonder

Best of Portugal

9 Days 1 Country 12 Meals

11 Days 1 Country 15 Meals

from €2025 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.6/5

See what happens on trip: #TTSpanishWonder

Savour shared moments with locals enjoying sangria in sun-dappled courtyards, zesty paella and the sounds of the Spanish guitar. On this journey, you’ll explore the wonders of Spain, from the ornate walls of the Alhambra to the Gothic Cathedral and Giralda Tower in Seville.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Toledo, Madrid, Córdoba, Seville and Barcelona with a Local Specialist

• Discover Valencia

• Visit an inlaid steel factory, the Synagogue and Santo Tomé in Toledo, Mosque of the Caliphs in Córdoba, the Cathedral in Seville, the Alhambra Palace in Granada and Montjuïc Hill and Plaça de Catalunya in Barcelona

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See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfPortgual

This Best of Portugal journey reveals a nation’s proud history, warm-hearted locals and soul-warming cuisine. Starting in Lisbon, you’ll travel north and south to explore a Templar stronghold, watch thoroughbreds perform at an Alentejo farm and visit the Algarve.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Lisbon, Coimbra, Tomar, Évora and Porto with a Local Specialist

• Discover the Algarve, Lagos, Castelo de Vide, Viseu, Nazaré and Óbidos

• Visit the Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon, the cathedral in Évora, the Palace Gardens at Palacio de Mateus, the Stock Exchange Palace, Arabian Hall and a local port wine cellar in Porto, the University of Coimbra, the Convent of Christ in Tomar, the Shrine at Fátima and the Gothic Monastery at Batalha

• View the Castle of Guimarães

Trip code:

Flamenco Dancer Toledo Córdoba Guadix Peñíscola SPAIN Complimentary Madrid Transfer Available MADRID BARCELONA VALENCIA SEVILLE GRANADA
SPWO
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code: from €1895 Per person, twin share Tram, Lisbon 1 1 1 2 2 1 12 2 Guimarães Lagos Coimbra Batalha Nazaré Óbidos Cape St. Vincent Castelo de Vide Mateus Tomar PORTUGAL PORTO VISEU FÁTIMA LISBON ÉVORA ALGARVE REGION
PORT
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Best of Morocco

Best of Switzerland

10 Days 1 Country 16 Meals

from €1950 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.3/5

9 Days 2 Countries 12 Meals

from €2325 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.5/5

Moroccan Spices

See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfMorocco

An in-depth Morocco trip featuring all the exciting sights,

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Fes and Marrakesh with a Local Specialist

• Discover Rabat, Meknès, Erfoud, Ouarzazate, Essaouira and Casablanca

• Visit Bahia Palace and a Moroccan pharmacy in Marrakesh

• View the Royal Palace in Rabat, the Ziz Valley near Tinghir, the Todra Gorge, Aït Ben Haddou and the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca

Trip code:

See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfSwitzerland

Your Must-See Highlights

• Discover Zürich and Lucerne

• Visit Bern, Chillon Castle, Montreux, Zermatt, St. Moritz, Interlaken and Brienz

• View the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne, the Jungfrau and Matterhorn mountains (weather permitting), Lake Maggiore and Lake Como

• Scenic Train Ride from Tirano to Pontresina

Trip code:

Aït Ben Haddou Ouarzazate Tinghir Meknès Rabat Midelt MOROCCO CASABLANCA FES ERFOUD DADES VALLEY MARRAKESH ESSAOUIRA
MORB
BERNINA EXPRESS 1 2 1 1 2 1 Interlaken LUCERNE Bern ST. MORITZ MONTREUX Tirano Pontresina Lake Geneva ZERMATT BAVENO Italian Lakes Brienz Chillon Castle SWITZERLAND ITALY ZÜRICH Basel Tattoo Available on selected departures
Swiss Cow
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Best of Croatia and Slovenia

11 Days 2 Countries 14 Meals

Past Guest Rated 4.6/5

Best of Norway

9 Days 1 Country 14 Meals

from €2225 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.4/5

See what happens on trip: #TTCroatiaSlovenia

Idyllic islands and the remnants of Venetian riches dot this epic Croatia and Slovenia tour from Zagreb to Slovenia’s ‘green’ capital, all the way along Croatia’s sparkling Adriatic coastline with a stop in Bled you’ll be talking about years to come as you meet your warm hosts Monika and Gregor on their organic farm.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Zagreb, Pula, Rovinj, Plitvice National Park, Trogir, Split and Dubrovnik with a Local Specialist

• Discover Ljubljana, Bled, Opatija and Ston

• Visit the Church of Assumption on Bled Island, the arena in Pula, Diocletian's Palace in Split and the salt pans in Ston

• View the Park of Sv. Jakov in Opatija

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family, Be My Guest hosts in Bergen

See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfNorway

Discover the simplicity of life with this fascinating journey through Norway. Keep an eye out for mythical trolls in the wilderness surrounding the king and queen of the fjords, visit a winter Olympics hub, the Hanseatic city of Bergen, and continental Europe’s largest glacier.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Oslo with a Local Specialist

• Discover Bergen

• Visit Hardangerfjord, Geirangerfjord, the Stave Church in Lom and Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo

• View Voringfoss, Steinsdalsfoss, Haakon's Hall in Bergen, Akershus, the Opera and Royal Palace in Oslo

• See Sognefjord, Boyabreen Glacier and Hamar Olympic ice arena

Trip code:

Opatija, Croatia 2 2 2 2 1 1 DUBROVNIK ZAGREB BLED OPATIJA SPLIT Ljubljana Trogir BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA CROATIA SLOVENIA Rovinj Pula PLITVICE LAKES Ston Pearls of the Adriatic 7-night Croatian Cruise on selected departures
CRSL
from €2350 Per person, twin share Nydegger
1 1 2 1 1 111 1 BERGEN SOGNEFJORD GEIRANGER LILLEHAMMER OSLO Voss Lom Geilo HARDANGERFJORD NORWAY Flåm Railway Optional Experience Available on Day 4
SBON
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Iceland including the Blue Lagoon

6 Days 1 Country 9 Meals

Best of Greece

8 Days 1 Country 12 Meals

from €1975 Per person,

twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.6/5

See what happens on trip: #TTIceland

Embrace adventure on this Iceland journey with the Blue Lagoon, featuring all the natural and manmade highlights

Your Must-See Highlights

• Discover Reykjavík

• Visit Akranes Folk Museum, the 'Golden Circle' (Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir Hot Spring Area and Thingvellir National Park) and the geothermal Blue Lagoon

• View Harpa Concert Hall, Austurvöllur Square, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Waterfalls at Hraunfoss and Barnafoss, Deildartunguhver Hot Spring, Snæfellsnes Peninsula (Stykkishólmur, Arnarstapi, Snæfelljsökull National Park and Borgarnes), Sellfoss and Reykjanes Peninsula (Strandarkikja and Grindavík)

Trip code:

See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfGreece

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Athens, Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora with a Local Specialist

• Visit the Acropolis and Museum in Athens, the ancient ruins in Corinth, the ancient theatre at Epidaurus, the Olympic Stadium in Olympia, the home of the Oracle at Delphi, and the incredible rock monasteries in Meteora

• View the Parthenon, Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens, the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the battle site at Thermopylae

Geysir 2 1 111 1 ICELAND Geysir Gullfoss Falls Snæfellsnes Peninsula Stykkishólmur REYKJAVIK BORGARNES SELFOSS
ICBL
Past Guest Rated 4.5/5
from €2375 Per person, twin share Acropolis, Athens 1 1 1 1 2 21 1 Aegean Cruise or Santorini Extension Complete your holiday with an Aegean cruise or a 3-night visit to Santorini. See trafalgar.com for details. ATHENS Corinth NAFPLION OLYMPIA DELPHI KALAMBAKA Mycenae Patras Meteora Thermopylae Corinth Canal Mount Parnassus Epidaurus GREECE
AGBOA
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Best of Egypt

Best of Turkey

9 Days 1 Country 17 Meals

14 Days 1 Country 24 Meals

from €1975 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.8/5

See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfEgypt

Awaken your inner explorer on this expedition through the lush river valleys and golden desert landscapes of Egypt. Cruise the Nile past the pharaonic temples of Luxor to the Nubian treasures of Aswan. Your voyage will also take you to the mystical Pyramids of Giza, Tomb of the Nobles and the Sphinx.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Luxor and Cairo with a Local Specialist

• Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the temples of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and the Colossi of Memnon in Luxor, the Temple of Kom-Ombo and the temple of Isis on the island of Philae

• See the Ramses II statue and Alabaster Sphinx in Memphis and the Step Pyramid in Saqqara

Trip code:

See what happens on trip: #TTBestOfTurkey

From the legends of Troy to ancient Greek cities, your travels will reveal the places where history happened. On this indepth Best of Turkey voyage, you’ll also venture into the relax on the shores of the Turkish Riviera.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Istanbul with a Local Specialist

• Visit the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, Anzac Cove and the War Cemeteries at Gallipoli, the ancient ruins of Troy, the Asclepion Medical Centre at Pergamon, the ancient city at Ephesus, the Cotton Castle Springs in Pamukkale, the Archaeological Museum in Antalya, the home of the Whirling Dervishes at Konya, the underground city of Saratli, Göreme Open Air Museum and the Museum of Anatolian Civilisation at Ankara

• View the Wooden Horse at Troy

Trip code:

Egyptian Columns 4-NIGHT NILE CRUISE Jordan Experience 6-day Optional add-on Itinerary Abu Simbel Optional Experience Available on day 6 Giza Memphis Valley of the Kings Karnak Luxor Edfu Kom-Ombo Aswan Philae Giza Province River Nile EGYPT JORDAN Saqqara CAIRO
EGBO
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from €2325 Per person, twin share Whirling Dervish, Turkey Ephesus Troy Pergamon Hierapolis Perge Aspendos Ürgüp Avanos Göreme TURKEY Gallipoli ISTANBUL ÇANAKKALE IZMIR PAMUKKALE ANTALYA KONYA CAPPADOCIA ANKARA
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Unlock the best of Africa

Discover Africa with locals by your side. Trafalgar is part of the Travel Corporation Family of Brands (TTC), South African born and bred in the small village of Paternoster, Western Cape in 1920, and today still 100% owned and operated by the same founding family.

When you travel with us, not only will you get the care, attention to detail and ease you’re looking for, you’ll feel the love, personal touch and local pride that’s been poured into every single experience, for an African holiday that’s

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wild,wonderful and always remarkable

9 Itineraries 4 - 17 Days

What’s included on every trip

Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar

The perfect group size

Each trip is crafted with no more than up to 29 guests so you connect to all

Safari included included in every trip (excluding Cape Town Explorer).

Local know-how

You’ll navigate Africa with safety and ease thanks to your on road local team.

A family welcome Trafalgar is family owned and run by a South African family who have an extensive network on the ground waiting to welcome you.

Visit trafalgar.com/africa

to discover all our trips, and to learn more about just a few of the unmissable experiences that await across our itineraries.

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Indulge your senses

Bouchard Finlayson winery in the scenic Hemel-en-Aarde valley. Bouchard Finlayson is famous for their award-winning Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. Explore the winery and barrel rooms before savouring six of their local wines and learning the secrets to winemaking. - Bouchard Finlayson, Cape Town.

Take in Cape Town from above Journey to the top of Cape Town's iconic Table Mountain, via cable car, for postcard-worthy views of Camps Bay, the ocean and Cape Town as your Travel Director points out destinations you'll visit on your city tour. - Included on all our South Africa trips.

Explore Namib-Naukluft

National Park's dunes and deserts

Explore Namib-Naukluft National Parks towering dunes, red desert, and deep canyons. Gaze up at the mighty red sand dunes of Sossusvlei before viewing the striking Deadvlei pan where white clay and clear blue skies frame dead camel thorn trees. - Included on Namibia Adventure.

Feast on South African barbeque

Inhale the scent and hear the sizzling sounds of a traditional braai (barbeque) by a professional South African chef at this Be My Guest experience in the coastal, whale-watching town of Hermanus. Connect With Locals as host Stefan shares tales of his fascinating life. - Included on Essence of South Africa and Cape Town Explorer.

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Naukluft National Park, Namibia

Live the safari life

Feel like you have your own personal hotel at Becks Safari Lodge in the Karongwe Game Reserve, South Africa. This Stays With Stories

world-class chefs, game rangers, authentic African art, and views of lush bushveld and wildlife. - Included on Essence of South Africa.

Discover endangered species

Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Experience at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to two of the last remaining northern white rhinos and a sanctuary for more than 100 critically endangered black rhinos and 30 southern white rhinos. Learn how

to conserve these incredible animals. - Included on Wonders of Kenya.

The ultimate local welcome

in Hermanus

Swinging open the doors to his home, Be My Guest host Stefan shares tales of his life and all things South African over a sizzling braai and wine. Hermanus is the best whale-watching destination in Africa, so keep your eyes peeled as you kick back with a glass of vino. - Included on Cape Town Explorer.

Immerse yourself in the culture of a South African village

Learn about life in the South African bushveld with a hands-on experience at a traditional Shangaan village. With our guides, learn how they work in harmony with nature at the Eco Academy, which provides education on local wildlife and the ecology. See a traditional dance and join in the fun.

Shangaan specialties. - Included on Essence of South Africa.

Meet members of the OvaHimba tribe

Gain a fascinating insight into the lives of the last semi-nomadic people of Namibia, the Himba, whose huntergatherer traditions have spanned thousands of years. - Included on Namibia Adventure.

Watch for Kenya's famous wildlife

Embark on a Game Drive through the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve. Track the Big 5 – lions, rhinos. Marvel at your guide’s talents as they spot wildlife from seemingly impossible distances and get you up close to these majestic animals. - Included on Wonders of Kenya and African Safari Adventure.

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OvaHimba Tribe

Essence of South Africa

10 Days 1 Country 19 Meals

Cape Town Explorer

8 Days 1 Country 12 Meals

See what happens on trip: #TTSouthAfrica

Bush, beach and two vibrant cities – capture the essence of South Africa on this culmination of a Cape Town to Kruger experience, including Johannesburg, the 'City of Gold'.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Cape Town

• Visit Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, Cape of Good Hope, Franschhoek, Hermanus, the Karongwe Private Game Reserve, Hector Pieterson Museum in Soweto and the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg

• View the Castle of Good Hope, Boulder's Beach penguin colony and Mandela House in Soweto

Trip code:

Nowhere does soul-stirring better than Cape Town, from the slopes of Table Mountain to the golden vineyards of the Cape Winelands, the rocky Atlantic Seaboard to the edgy City Bowl.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Cape Town

• Visit Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, Cape of Good Hope, Hermanus, Robben Island, and Franschhoek and Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands

• View the Castle of Good Hope, the Cape Point lighthouse and Betty’s Bay penguin colony

See what happens on trip: #TTCapeTownExplorer Trip

Kirstenbosch Gardens, Cape Town Hermanus Cape Peninsula SOUTH AFRICA CAPE TOWN JOHANNESBURG GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA Franschhoek INTERNAL FLIGHTS INCLUDED
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from €4325 Per person, twin share Penguins, Betty’s Bay 7 Stellenbosch Cape Peninsula SOUTH AFRICA Franschhoek Betty's Bay CAPE TOWN Hermanus
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Kenya Embark on a journey to the enchanting home of the 9 Days 1 Country 23 Meals AFKS Your Must-See Highlights • Visit Aberdare National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park and Maasai Mara National Game Reserve • View Thomsons Falls in Nyahururu Past Guest Rated 4.5/5 See what happens on trip: #TTWondersofKenya Trip code: from €3395 Per person, twin share NAIROBI KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT NGORONGORO CRATER ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK AREA MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE LAKE NAKURU LAKE MANYARA TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK LAKE NAIVASHA LAKE VICTORIA SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK TANZANIA KENYA African Safari Adventure 14 Days 2 Countries 39 Meals AFKT Your Must-See Highlights • Visit Solio Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara National Game Reserve, Lake Victoria, Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park and Tarangire National Park Past Guest Rated 3.8/5 See what happens on trip: #TTAfricanSafari Trip code: from €5950 Per person, twin share For full itineraries, departure dates, rates and savings available, visit sunway.ie 41 Africa
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Zealand Unlock the best of

Wild and urban, familiar yet unique, Australia & New Zealand will surprise and delight through experiences you’ve dreamed of, and those you didn’t know existed. Whether you’re looking for sand and sunshine or an outback adventure, look no further for your holiday than ‘Down Under’.

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Unlock the best of down under

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What’s included on every trip

Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

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Explore with the best

Alongside our sister brand, AAT Kings, the leaders of travel in this part of the world, we’ve got your adventures covered, whenever the time is right.

within and in-between Australia and New Zealand as part of your seamless, worry-free adventure.

Love it local

Your trip has been carefully crafted by seasoned experts who know where to go and when, creating itineraries that make the most of every precious day across both incredible countries.

Visit trafalgar.com/ australia-newzealand to discover all our trips, turn the page to learn more about just a few of the unmissable experiences that await across our itineraries.

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AAT Kings. - Included on Australian Highlights; Highlights of Australia and New Zealand.

Australia

Farm-to-fork feasting

You’ll get an understanding of rural Tasmanian living as farmer Guy shares his story at his home, Mount Gnomon Farm. At Guy’s free-range farm, you’ll

- Included on Outback Adventure; Outback Safari.

Sip and savor

own Mount Gnomon Cider. - Included on Perfect Tasmania; Tassie’s Parks and Nature.

Set sail on the reef

- Included on Wonders of Australia and New Zealand; Wonders of Australia.

Stay in scenic Strahan

World Heritage listed site from your guide under the warm Queensland sun. - Included on Australia & New Zealand Panorama, Wonders of Australia

Take a dip

- Included on Perfect Tasmania; Tassie Getaway.

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Hop to it on Kangaroo Island

Australia’s third-largest island and sanctuary for 18 native mammals, you’ll delight at your visit to ‘KI,’. From native bushland to pristine beaches, you’ll love the island’s natural beauty and artisanal food scene. Visit the island’s only boutique brewery and learn about their history from the team before sampling their handcrafted drops. Later, end the day at Aurora Ozone Hotel for a seafood feast. Perched on the stunning Kingscote seafront, you may even spot a seal or two lounging on the jetty. - Included on Tastes of Southern Australia; Great Ocean Road and Kangaroo Island.

NNew Zealand

Hello, Hobbiton

Get ready for a much-anticipated trip to the movie set of the now iconic The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Trilogies. Upon arrival you’ll have breakfast at a movie site, feeling as

Highlights of Australia & New Zealand

Get V.I.P. at the Opera House

Join an expert to tour unseen vantage points and learn what makes the Opera House a great icon of the world. Entering from the stage door, you’ll learn fun facts, history, and stories of this worldfamous building while seeing places

- Included on Wonders of Australia and New Zealand; Australian Highlights.

through the 12-acre set. Whether or not you’re a Hobbit fan or not, this tour among rolling green hills and lush landscape will be a delight for all travelers. - Included on Contrasts of Australia and New Zealand; Contrasts of New Zealand.

Racing Royalty

After a distinguished career as a famous racing jockey, Lance O’Sullivan and his wife Bridgette settled in the North Island’s Waikato region and opened their gorgeous Red Barn for others to learn about life in rural NZ. Hear Lance’s story, meet their farm animals and churn your own butter which you’ll devour alongside a delicious family-style lunch. - Included on New Zealand Uncovered; Iconic North.

The Kiwi Capital

Taste New Zealand’s most beloved fruit, the Kiwi, at a farm in Te Puke, the kiwifruit capital. Learn from Gavin & Amanda Fleming, local producers whose family have been growing the zesty fruit on the farm for generations. Gain an

understanding of the delicate nature of fruit farming in this part of the world.

- Included on Iconic North; New Zealand Uncovered.

Mind blowing Milford Sound

glass-like lake ahead, there’s a reason why Milford Sound sits at the top of ‘must-do’s’ in New Zealand. Make sure you have your camera or phone charged for plenty of photos, today will be a day where you’ll appreciate why the locals call New Zealand ‘Godzone’. - Included on Highlights of Australia and New Zealand; Southern Spectacular.

"We saw so much & each day was more spectacular than the last!"
K. Soltys
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Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park
GREAT BARRIER REEF CRUISE Uluru (Ayers Rock) Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) VICTORIA NEW SOUTH WALES QUEENSLAND NORTHERN TERRITORY SYDNEY MELBOURNE AYERS ROCK RESORT ALICE SPRINGS CAIRNS Australian Highlights 13 Days 1 Country 18 Meals IMSE Your Must-See Highlights • Explore Sydney Opera House with a Local Specialist • Discover Melbourne, Alice Springs, Cairns, and Sydney • Visit the School of the Air and Telegraph Station in Alice Springs, Maruku • View • Scenic Cruise Past Guest Rated 4.7/5 See what happens on trip: #TTAusHighlights Trip code: INTERNAL FLIGHTS INCLUDED from €6745 Per person, twin share FERRY Great Ocean Road Tower Hill Mt. Gambier The Barossa VICTORIA SOUTH AUSTRALIA Lorne Apollo Bay MELBOURNE NARACOORTE ADELAIDE KANGAROO ISLAND WARRNAMBOOL Kangaroo and Joey Great Ocean Road and Kangaroo Island Escape 7 Days 1 Country 12 Meals EMKA Your Must-See Highlights • Explore Local Specialist • Discover Adelaide • Visit • View • Scenic Drive Past Guest Rated 5.0/5 See what happens on trip: #TTKangarooIsland Trip code: from €2870 Per person, twin share 46
CRUISE GREAT BARRIER REEF CRUISE NEW SOUTH WALES QUEENSLAND NORTHERN TERRITORY VICTORIA NEW ZEALAND CAIRNS AYERS ROCK RESORT ALICE SPRINGS SYDNEY MELBOURNE ROTORUA CHRISTCHURCH LAKE TEKAPO QUEENSTOWN Hobbiton AUCKLAND Milford Sound On to greener pastures, Queenstown INTERNAL FLIGHTS INCLUDED
22 Days 2 Countries 34 Meals IMZB
Must-See Highlights • Explore Alice Springs, Sydney Opera House, the National Kiwi Hatchery in Rotorua, Auckland, and the Dark Sky Reserve in Tekapo with a Local Specialist • Discover Melbourne, Sydney, Queenstown, and Christchurch • Visit Experience in Rotorua • View • Scenic Cruise Sound Past Guest Rated 4.5/5 See what happens on trip: #TTHighlightsofANZ Trip code: from €11440 twin share TRANZALPINE CRUISE Kaikoura Picton Haast Milford Sound NEW ZEALAND Taupo Huka Falls Mt. Cook TE ANAU DUNEDIN QUEENSTOWN TWIZEL CHRISTCHURCH FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER PUNAKAIKI Greymouth BLENHEIM WELLINGTON ROTORUA TAURANGA AUCKLAND The Red Barn Hokitika Kiwi New Zealand Uncovered 17 Days 1 Country 30 Meals ZAAC Your Must-See Highlights • Explore with a Local Specialist • Discover • Visit • View • Scenic Cruise on the Cook Strait, Lake Wakatipu, and Milford Sound Past Guest Rated 4.7/5 See what happens on trip: #TTNZUncovered Trip code: from €6135 twin share For full itineraries, departure dates, rates and savings available, visit sunway.ie 47 Australia & New Zealand
Highlights of Australia and New Zealand
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Asia Unlock the best of 48 Unlocking the best of Asia Visit trafalgar.com/asia

Asia has always been loved for its centuries-old traditions, pristine landscapes and exotic cuisines that overtake your senses. Most importantly, it’s the warm, welcoming locals who truly make travelling here so spectacular. Our ongoing support of locals and communities on every itinerary is something we’re most proud of –some of the experiences that guests tell us they love most.

Travelling with us means you won’t simply travel to Asia, you’ll leave with a true understanding of these countries that juxtapose old and new seamlessly as you fall in love with it in ways you never thought possible.

Where

ancient and modern perfectly collide

27 Itineraries 4 -18 Days

What’s included on every trip

Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

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Make a positive impact

There is at least one included community-focused, MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on every trip, that supports the UN sustainable development goals.

The perfect group size Each trip is crafted with no more than up to 29 guests so you connect to all

To have you enjoying more for longer, we swap long drive times with included get where you’re going faster.

Travel with a local New to the country’s language and culture? No worries! Our experienced team is here to support you on your deep dive discovery.

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Cruise the waters of Halong Bay

Celebrate the rare opportunity to spend the night on Halong Bay and enjoy a full cultural experience including a traditional dinner and a T'ai Chi class on the upper deck in the morning amidst the beauty of Halong Bay. - Included on Vietnam and Cambodia Uncovered.

See how Ho Chi Minh lived

See the traditional wooden house where Ho Chi Minh lived, preserved exactly how he left it. This is an opportunity to tread in the footsteps of one of Vietnam's most powerful men and gain a sense of his life and the principles he lived by. - Included on Vietnam and the Temples of Angkor.

See a wild ride in Thailand

Experience a market like no other, gasping in awe as the stalls that straddle the Mae Klong railway track are removed with lightning speed and the wheels of the trains whizz by right next to them up to eight times a day.

- Included on Saigon and Bangkok Explorer.

Experience a traditional Japanese inn

Connect With Locals at this Be My Guest experience as the Nakamura family welcomes you into their home and beautifully landscaped garden. Over a

traditional 'kaiseki’ multi-course lunch, learn about the home's history and local Japanese customs. - Included on Splendours of Japan.

A. Hillman Splendours of Japan
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Geisha, Japan

Marvel at India's silk weavers Dive Into Culture on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in a traditional weavers village near Varanasi.

Led by a Local Specialist, stroll the village uncovering the centuries-old silk weaving tradition and admire how locals create beautiful fabrics used to make the famous Banarasi silk saris. - Included on Golden Triangle, Tigers and The Ganges.

A taste of Thailand

Learn to create delicious Thai recipes to relive your travels back home. Tour a coconut palm sugar plantation, before getting hands on with a local chef, making your own Thai recipes using this popular ingredient. - Included on Treasures of Thailand

Meet the makers at Peak Sneng Village

Immerse yourself in culture and support the local community at this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience spending the morning with Khmer villagers. Visit the local school meeting children who will give you a tour of their village, including a look at how locals make Cambodia’s signature hats from palm leaves. - Included on Thailand and Cambodia Uncovered.

Learn how washi paper is made

Unique to Japan, you’ll tour a local washi paper workshop, a centuriesold tradition still thriving today. Observe talented artisans creating before making your very own. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience helps sustain this small business.Included on Splendours of Japan.

Enjoy a home cooked meal in Hue

Hear the story of a home once owned by royalty with a family who live in one of the great remaining

fascinating stories and artifacts. Get a glimpse into their day-to-day lives over a home-cooked lunch of local favourites. - Included on Highlights of Vietnam.

Visit the family home of some Jaipur locals, hear their stories as you learn of the history of India from their perspective. Sample local dishes such as daal (lentil curry), laal maans (spicy chilli curry with meat), bati (baked bread with ghee) and phenni (a crispy dessert). - Included on Colours of Rajasthan with Mumbai, plus 3 other trips. Turn

the page to see our top 4 selling trips or visit sunway.ie for all tours
Making traditional Washi paper, Japan Silk weavers, Varanasi
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Spices, India

Splendours of Japan with Hiroshima

13 Days 1 Country 23 Meals

Treasures of Thailand

11 Days 1 Country 23 Meals

Past

See what happens on trip: #TTSplendoursofJapan

Embrace the timeless tradition and modern spirit of Japan’s iconic sites, from the neon skyline of Tokyo to the foodie hotspot of Osaka. Relax in the soothing hot springs of Kotohira, spend the night in a traditional ryokan and contemplate world peace in Hiroshima.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima

• Visit the Sensoji Temple, the Skytree Observation Tower, the Edo Tokyo Museum in Tokyo, Mt. Fuji 5th Station, the Kinkakuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine and Sanjusangen-do Hall in Kyoto, the Water Temple on Awaji Island, Zentsuji Temple, the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, the Peace Memorial Park and Museum in Hiroshima and Osaka Castle

Trip code:

See what happens on trip: #TTTreasuresofThailand

A journey from the colourful streets of Bangkok to the sacred lunch with a family in their wooden stilt house.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Bangkok and Chiang Mai

• Visit the Grand Palace, the temples of Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Pho

Ayutthaya and Sukhothai Heritage Park

• View Kanchanaburi and Wat Mahathat in Ayutthaya

Trip code:

Geisha, Fushimi-Inari Taisha shrine 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 BULLET TRAIN EXPRESS TRAIN 1 TOKYO TAKAYAMA Gokayama KYOTO KANAZAWA KOTOHIRA OSAKA HIROSHIMA Mt. Fuji Miyajima Island Awaji Island LAKE YAMANAKAKO JAPAN Shikoku Island
JPHO
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from €5850 Per person, twin share Sukhothai 4 Treasures of Thailand with Phuket 3 Phuket 4-Day Optional Extension Thailand and The Temples of Angkor Cambodia 5-Day Optional Extension Damnoen Saduak BANGKOK CHIANG MAI SIEM REAP Ayutthaya Lampang SUKHOTHAI KANCHANABURI THAILAND CAMBODIA PHUKET INTERNAL FLIGHTS INCLUDED
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from €2895 Per person, twin share

Highlights of Vietnam

12 Days 1 Country 19 Meals

11 Days 1 Country 20 Meals

INTERNAL

Past

See what happens on trip: #TTHighlightsofVietnam

Float on the sparkling emerald waters of Halong Bay on a traditional Vietnamese Junk. Glide past hidden villages, stopping only to gain insight into the lives

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Hanoi, Hoi An, Hue and Ho Chi Minh City

RATED

FLIGHTS INCLUDED from €2750 Per person, twin share Bharatpur RANTHAMBORE 1 2 2 3 2 TRAIN DELHI VARANASI AGRA JAIPUR INDIA Sadhu, Varanasi

See what happens on trip: #TTigersandtheGanges

rugged wilderness of Ranthambore and centuries-old celebrated traditions to life.

• Explore Delhi, Jaipur and Varanasi

• Visit Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar in Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Ranthambore National Park Amber Fort and the City Palace in Jaipur and Sarnath

• View the Palace of Winds in Jaipur

• See the Red Fort, Parliament House and India Gate in Delhi

code: Past Guest Rated NOT YET

INGA

HALONG BAY CRUISE Mekong River My Tho Mekong Delta VIETNAM CAMBODIA HALONG BAY HANOI HUE Danang HOI AN HO CHI MINH CITY Rice Fields
CTVA
• Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature in Hanoi, the Imperial Citadel in Hue, the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City and the Cu Chi Tunnels Guest Rated 4.7/5
Trip code:
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Your Must-See Highlights
FLIGHTS
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INTERNAL
INCLUDED from €1825 Per person, twin share

Latin America Unlock the best of

The spirit of Latin America is irresistible. You'll feel its energy coursing through you as you learn the samba with Brazil's Carnival dancers, wander Colombia’s colourful streets, hear the rhythm of the jungle surround you in the Peruvian Amazon, or as

otherworldly landscapes.

Most importantly, we’re so proud of our ongoing support of locals, and communities, which you’ll feel threaded throughout each vibrant society. Choosing us means you’ll do more than just visit Latin America, you’ll feel its powerful allure through captivating encounters with people, and mind-blowing landscapes, all with our 24/7 team with you at every step.

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Welcome to the lands that will

captivate your spirit

11 Itineraries 8 - 25 Days

+ add-on experiences

What’s included on every trip

Hotels | Private air-conditioned transport Expert on-road team | Many meals Handcrafted Trafalgar exclusives including Be My Guest local discoveries.

The Trafalgar

Discover local secrets

With a Local Specialist supporting your on road team included in every trip, you’ll unlock the colourful hidden gems in every destination

Maximize your time

Skip long road journeys traversing this massive part of the world, with to maximize your time in sought-after destinations.

Travel with a local expert

Experience the full range Latin America’s languages and cultures with your local team who navigate destinations with safety and ease.

Visit trafalgar.com/latin-america to discover all our trips, turn the page to learn more about just a few of the unmissable experiences that await across our itineraries.

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Experience the best of Patagonia

Within the UNESCO Torres del Paine National Park, this Stays With Stories hotel, Las Torres, immerses you in the

Sample farm-fresh local fare

- Included on Costa Rica Eco Adventure.

- Included on Wonders of Patagonia.

Get up close to Ballestas

Islands wildlife

“Well coordinated and planned, just the right amount of free time and you get the best of everything from food to history to culture and religion.”

- Included on Land of the Incas.

Meeting gauchos (cowboys)
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M. Cenkus

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Sip Chilean wines

Tour and taste the best of Casablanca Valley wine country with a visit to Veramonte Vineyards. Learn the processes of wine production before sampling their delicious wines and relaxing in their beautiful vineyard over a gourmet three-course, winepaired lunch. - Included on South America Landscapes.

Soar above the Nazca Lines

Take to the skies to see the iconic Nazca Lines, archeological enigmas scratched in the ground between 500 B.C. and A.D. 500. Gaze in awe of these massive designs and patterns you can only view from above. - Included on Land of the Incas.

Explore the tumbling falls of Iguassu National Park

Discover the 'Big Waters' of Iguassu National Park by joining a Local Specialist who guides your exploration of the Brazilian side of this park that spans the border with Argentina. Hike to the cascading falls and feel refreshed in the sprays of water and giant clouds.- Included on Impressions of South America.

Hike iconic Machu Picchu

Soak in every moment at Machu Picchu on a guided hike, stopping at points of interest while your Local Specialist shares their insights. You can also choose to hike to Sun Gate with your Travel Director or explore Machu Picchu on your own before the crowds arrive. - Included on In the Footsteps of the Incas.

Adventure across Arenal Park's hanging bridges

Begin your iconic stop at Arenal Volcano National Park with a guided trek around the foothills and through lava rocks before walking the Arenal hanging bridges. Cross 15 bridges, six of them hanging, scoping for sloths, spider monkeys, and birds in the treetops. - Included on Monkey’s Jungles and Volcanoes.

Colourful Cartagena

Join a local for a walking tour through the city’s historic centre and landmarks. Stroll cobblestone streets past pastel-coloured colonial

to the soundtrack of the city’s buskers, ending the day with a gourmet feast of local dishes with a modern twist.Included on Best of Colombia.

Arenal Hanging Bridges, Costa Rica
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Historical Centre of Cartagena, Colombia

Costa Rica Eco Adventure

8 Days 1 Country 17 Meals

8 Days 1 Country 14 Meals

Past Guest Rated 4.8/5

See what happens on trip: #TTCostaRica

Glide through tree-lined waterways and relax in thermal pools, sample chocolate made from the world's best cacao, and journey back in time with a descendant of Quakers in Old Town Monteverde. Your Costa Rica tour captures the natural highlights of this biodiverse country.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Visit Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and Sky Walk suspension bridges

• View Arenal Volcano

See what happens on trip: #TTPeru

You’re in for an adventure on this tour of Peru exploring Inca treasures, wild landscapes, and ancient legends, all pisco sour. Step back in time at Machu Picchu, get lost in the heady buzz of a local market in Lima and discover textile art from a Quechua scholar.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Lima and Cusco with a Local Specialist

• Visit the outdoor market at Pisac, the ruins at Ollantaytambo, two visits to the 15th century fortress of Machu Picchu, historic Sacsayhuaman and the Larco Museum in Lima

• Scenic Train Ride to Machu Picchu aboard the Vistadome train

Trip code:

Sloths 1 2 1 2 1 Guanacaste Beach 2 3 Day Optional Extension San Isidro de Heredia COSTA RICA Braulio Carrillo National Park ARENAL MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST SAN JOSÉ SARAPIQUÍ TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK LIBERIA
LCRE
Past Guest Rated 4.8/5
from €1925 Per person, twin share Machu Picchu 3 Peruvian Amazon 5-Day Optional Pre-Itinerary Extension 4 Quito & Galapagos Cruise 6-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension 5 1 Easter Island (Rapa Nui) via Santiago 3-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension 2 2 2 1 1 1 SACRED VALLEY CUSCO MACHU PICCHU LIMA TRAIN PERU PERUVIAN AMAZON
Highlights of Peru
LHPA
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Trip code: INTERNAL FLIGHTS INCLUDED from €2595 Per person, twin share

Land of the Incas

Wonders of Patagonia

13 Days 1 Country 23 Meals

11 Days 2 Countries 21 Meals

from €5650 Per person, twin share

Past Guest Rated 4.5/5

See what happens on trip: #TTIncas

On your Peru tour, you’ll learn all about Incan history at Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, and Sacsayhuaman. Travel by private boat to UNESCO-listed Taquile Island and by private plane above the Lines and Geoglyphs of Nazca, with another highlight being your guided visit to the Ballestas Islands teeming with penguins, blue-footed boobies, whales, and sea lions.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Explore Lima and Cusco with a Local Specialist

• Visit the outdoor market at Pisac, Ollantaytambo, two visits to Machu Picchu, Sacsayhuaman, the Uros Islands and Lake Titicaca

• See the other-wordly Nazca Lines from the air

• Scenic Cruise around Lake Titicaca and the Ballestas Islands

Trip code:

See what happens on trip: #TTPatagonia

of Buenos Aires to the land of giants, roaming solitary steppes, the rugged Andes, and glacial lakes. Insider experiences including dinner with a Buenos Aires family and Patagonian cowboy cultural visit in Torres Del Paine enrich your Patagonia tour.

Your Must-See Highlights

• Visit Tierra del Fuego, Los Glaciares, Torres del Paine and Bernardo O’Higgins National Parks

• View the Balmaceda Glacier and Serrano Glacier

• Scenic Drive from El Calafate to Torres del Paine National Park and from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas

• Scenic Cruise upon a boat ride up the Rio Serrano toward the Serrano Glacier from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas

Trip code:

Lake Titicaca Peruvian Amazon 5-Day Optional Pre-Itinerary Extension 4 Quito & Galapagos Island Cruise 6-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension 5 Easter Island (Rapa Nui) via Santiago 3-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 2 1 3 PERUVIAN AMAZON Ballestas Islands CRUISE SACRED VALLEY CUSCO MACHU PICCHU LIMA PUNO PARACAS Juliaca Lake Titicaca Nazca Lines TRAIN PERU CRUISE
LLIA
Past Guest Rated 4.8/5
INTERNAL FLIGHTS INCLUDED from €4550 Per person, twin share
Patagonia EASTER ISLAND (RAPA NUI) VIA SANTIAGO 4-Day Optional Post-Itinerary Extension 3 2 2 2 2 2 1 CRUISE Los Glaciares National Park Gray Glacier Punta Arenas Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Tierra del Fuego National Park CHILE ARGENTINA SANTIAGO BUENOS AIRES EL CALAFATE PUERTO NATALES TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK USHUAIA INTERNAL FLIGHTS INCLUDED
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