2019 AAA Africa & Asia

AFRICA & ASIA FEATURING THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN AND PERSIAN GULF

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Travel Impressions Concierge Experience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 The Travel Impressions Tours Experience ................ 5 WELCOME TO AFRICA ............................. 6 Affordable Botswana ............................... 8 Egypt: Land of Pharaohs ........................... 10 Ethiopian Experience .............................. 11 Masai Footsteps .................................. 12 Sarova Safari .................................... 13 Kenya & Tanzania Highlights ......................... 14 Imperial Cities of Morocco .......................... 16 Simply South Africa ............................... 17 Splendors of Africa ................................ 18 Tanzania Deluxe Safari ............................. 20 Uganda Gorilla Trek ............................... 21 South Luangwa Experience ......................... 22 Zimbabwe Express ................................ 23 Images of Africa .................................. 24 Africa Short Stays and City Tours ..................... 25 Cairo, Egypt; Mombasa, Nairobi, & Simba Safari, Kenya; Etosha Safari, Namibia; Rwanda; Johannesburg & Cape Town, South Africa; Zanzibar, Tanzania; Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe WELCOME TO THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN AND PERSIAN GULF .............................. 28 Jerusalem Express ................................ 30 Israel Explorer .................................... 31 Spiritual Footsteps of Jordan ........................ 32 Jewels of Jordan ................................. 34 Qatar Adventure .................................. 35 Abu Dhabi Explorer ................................ 36 Eastern Mediterranean and Persian Gulf Short Stays and City Tours .......................... 37 Amman & Petra, Jordan; Dubai, United Arab Emirates WELCOME TO SOUTH ASIA ........................ 38 Golden Triangle ................................... 40 Bhutan: Mountain Kingdom ......................... 41 Silks & Spices .................................... 42 India in Luxury™ .................................. 44 Discover Incredible India ............................ 46 Splendors of India and Nepal ........................ 48 South Asia Short Stays and City Tours ................. 50 Kathmandu & Chitwan, Nepal WELCOME TO ASIA ............................... 52 China Discovery .................................. 54 Highlights of China ................................ 56 Asia Tapestry: The Best of China & Hong Kong .......... 58 Essence of China with Yangtze River Cruise ............. 60 TOUR RATING SYSTEM Mystic Marvels of Indochina ......................... 62 Treasures of Indochina ............................. 64 Highlights of Indonesia ............................. 66 LUXURY HHHHH Best of Bali ...................................... 67 Premium hotels and resorts located in choice settings with Japan’s Scenic Vistas .............................. 68 exquisite surroundings. They offer the finest guest services Affordable Japan ................................. 69 and amenities, tailored to the needs of the discerning traveler. Best of Korea .................................... 70 Best of Malaysia .................................. 71 DELUXE HHHHH Manila & Boracay Sojourn ........................... 72 Tastefully furnished accommodations in beautiful surroundings, Splendors of Taiwan ............................... 74 offering a broad range of upscale services and amenities. Best of Thailand .................................. 76 Thailand Discovery ................................ 78 FIRST CLASS HHHH Asia Short Stays and City Tours ...................... 80 Comfortable accommodations offering most standard services Singapore; Tokyo, Japan; Taipei, Taiwan; Bangkok, Thailand; and amenities, and typically providing excellent value. Macau, China Terms, Conditions, & General Information ............... 82 All maps copyright © David Lindroth, Inc. Table of Contents | 3

Egypt TRAVEL IMPRESSIONS CONCIERGE EXPERIENCES Experience a destination completely on your own terms. Create the tailor-made itinerary of your dreams by working with our experienced destination specialists on a fully customized tour crafted just for you to our destinations in Africa and Asia. To start, just pick a continent. Asia not only has something for everyone, but a lot of it! Are you looking for history? This region of the world dates back 5,000 years. How about natural landscapes? Find mountains, deserts, rock pillars, and limestone karsts—all homes to incredible wildlife. Are you more of a city slicker? The big cities are bustling metropolises with dynamic energy. Interested in sacred spaces and cultural immersion? Discover ancient temples, holy shrines, and unique religions. Africa has no less to offer. Animal lover? Delight in safaris that can get you up close and personal with gorillas, in the bush with lions, and face to face with elephants. Outdoorsy? Hike grand peaks, get splashed by world-record waterfalls, and explore untapped wilderness. Is food and wine more to your taste? Go on a culinary journey through wine country or exciting cities on the cutting edge of gastronomy. History and culture buffs, in the meantime, can get their fill with authentic experiences with the most notable tribes, in unique villages, local handicrafts, and more. No matter the place, any concierge-designed tour can be as long or as short as you wish, include as much or as little as you want, and can range from iconic attractions to roads less traveled – all with a private local guide adding a distinct perspective. It gives you the freedom to take full control of your vacation. Focus on the sites and attractions you’re most interested in, include action-packed days, or adopt a leisurely approach. To get a better understanding of the people and places visited, while enjoying the service, luxury, and cultural opportunities only allowed to a privileged few. Explore the following pages for inspiration … then call one of our experienced destination specialists to begin creating your dream vacation. Israel 4 | Travel Impressions Concierge Experiences

THE TRAVEL IMPRESSIONS TOURS EXPERIENCE Uganda LAND TOUR SERVICES OUR VARIETY OF TOUR CHOICES The price of your tour includes transportation between airports and • SCHEDULED departure tours are exclusively for our guests. These hotels, baggage handling, sightseeing with professional English tours operate with a minimum of 2 to 10 passengers and a maximum speaking guides and all entrance fees as outlined in the itinerary. of 15 to 25 passengers, based on the destination. • INDEPENDENT Tours operate on a daily basis with a minimum of ACCOMMODATIONS 2 passengers; however guests may join larger groups for various day The finest luxury, deluxe and first class accommodations have been tours, dependent on the destination. selected for every destination. Each property and all facilities are personally inspected to ensure a high standard of excellence in every • JOIN-IN Tours are not exclusive tours. These are pre-packaged detail that the accommodations provide. The accommodations are itineraries with guests joining the tour with people from other English selected because of their location, beauty and special ambiance. speaking countries. Many of the accommodations offer the finest facilities and extensive amenities, such as swimming pools, health clubs, business centers, OUR TAILOR-MADE TOURING salons, recreation facilities and more. Tour participants are pre-registered • We proudly offer you complete tailor made travel to countries in Africa, whenever possible. Room and suite upgrades are available the Eastern Mediterranean, Persian Gulf and Asia including India. at supplemental costs. Ask at time of booking. • Our expertise and creativity is not limited to our published tours. AIRFARE Custom tour itineraries will be designed upon request by our highly Competitive international airfares are available upon request at time of experienced travel experts and can be arranged for your unique booking. Clients may also make their own flight arrangements or use their preferences and suit any budget. frequent flier miles. Land prices do not include airfare, unless specified. • Tailor-made tour design of the highest quality is valuable to travelers with special interests. Whether you wish for a tea ceremony in Japan, SIGHTSEEING to interact with a panda in China, try to spot the Big 5 in the bush on All itineraries have been skillfully designed to include the best that your African safari or marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, our travel each city, region and season has to offer. In addition to the “must see” experts will customize an itinerary just for you. attractions of the region visited, our itineraries are designed to include local festivals, cultural entertainment, gala evenings and activities that welcome our guests into an intrinsic aspect of local life. Our itineraries OUR SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS feature comprehensive sightseeing with English speaking guides, cultural • When you travel together in a group, you will be able to connect, laugh highlights, natural wonders, native arts and the artisans at work as well as and learn with others who share a similar interest all while experiencing a exquisite resort interludes. Admission fees are included for all sightseeing new and exciting destination. We have in depth experience in organizing attractions and excursions in the itineraries. Travel is usually undertaken travel for special interest groups. These special interest groups have at a leisurely pace in the comfort of modern, well-serviced conveyances included museum member groups, non-profit organizations, alumni such as a plane, train, motor coach or privately chauffeured automobile. associations, chamber of commerce groups, clubs, faith based groups and family reunions. TOUR DIRECTORS • As a group leader or organizer, we can assist you with all your group Dedicated Tour Directors are provided with a minimum of 15 passengers needs. Group discounts apply for a minimum of 15 passengers on any group departure. Please refer to the “Inclusions & Highlights” traveling together on any of our existing scheduled itineraries. Or we section of each applicable tour. will custom design an itinerary that will highlight all your special interests and preferences. EXCLUSIVES We offer exclusive experiences; value added components and/or welcome gifts on many tour programs. The Travel Impressions Tours Experience | 5

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Welcome to AFRICA There’s always been a mystique about the world’s second-largest continent, despite that all of mankind traces its origin to this land. Many of us still see it as a wild place—one where the planet’s most majestic, dangerous predators roam free in the tangled bushveld, where golden sands and warm exotic seas crash together to surfers’ delights, and dramatic mountains frame seemingly desolate swathes of grasses rustling with hidden life. On the northern side, most think of history and heritage—the legendary pyramids and temples of Egypt, the Bedouin culture alive and well in the Sahara Desert, the bazaars and twisting old cities of romantic Marrakesh, Casablanca, and the like. But to the surprise of those who have imagined only the wild places, this 11.7 million-square-mile land mass has quietly kept on as a hotbed of progress and development beyond its time as the cradle of humankind. With over 1.2 billion people calling its various 54 countries home, modernity hasn’t left Africa untouched. Cities like Johannesburg—home of one of the world’s best airports and one of the continent’s wealthiest cities—keep growing ever taller and beach-beautiful Cape Town sprawls ever wider. Nairobi in Kenya has become a multinational company base and Kigali, Rwanda’s modern architecture speaks to the many expats that live there. Contemporary amenities like WiFi, fine dining, festivals, and nightlife make no mistake that Africa is future-focused. Welcome to Africa … and prepare for a lasting impression you may not have expected. 1 BOTSWANA Straits of 2 EGYPT Gibraltar 5 Mediterranean Sea Canary MOROCCO 3 ETHIOPIA Islands 4 KENYA 2 EGYPT 5 MOROCCO 6 NAMIBIA 7 RWANDA Red Sea AFRICA 8 SOUTH AFRICA 3 9 TANZANIA ETHIOPIA 10 UGANDA 10 UGANDA KENYA 11 ZAMBIA RWANDA 4 12 ZIMBABWE 7 INDIAN TANZANIA OCEAN 9 ATLANTIC OCEAN 11 ZAMBIA ZIMBABWE NAMIBIA 1 12 6 BOTSWANA SOUTH 0 miles 1000 AFRICA 8 0 km 1000 Cape of Good Hope Welcome to Africa | 7

Lake Kariba ZAMBIA AFFORDABLE ANGOLA Falls (2N) Victoria BOTSWANA Okavango Chobe National ZIMBABWE Delta (2N) Park (2N) Khwai (2N) 9 DAYS: Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, NAMIBIA Maun Okavango Delta, Khwai Community Area HHHH BOTSW ANA From Victoria Falls via Chobe National Park and the Chobe River into the Okavango Delta, this journey delivers some of the great natural 0 miles 200 Limpopo R. wonders Africa has to offer. An area rich in animal life, multiple 0 km 200 included game drives allow for countless sightings of wildlife iconic to Air Kruger this continent. To add even more excitement, some of the included Gaborone Road National Park transfers are by bush-plane—another experience you’ll be talking about for years. SOUTH AFRICA Chobe National Park 8 | Affordable Botswana

Victoria Falls DAY 1 – ARRIVE VICTORIA FALLS – SUNDOWNER CRUISE GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. A sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River serves as your Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* introduction to the region. First Class Accommodations and Tented Camps Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $4,325 DAY 2 – VICTORIA FALLS Get up close to the legendary falls that drop from 355 feet up and Apr 1 – May 31, 2019 $5,025 measure a mile across. For an additional cost, change your perspective Jun 1 – Jun 30, 2019 $5,250 by visiting the other side. The afternoon offers ample time for optional Jul 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $5,950 activities. (B) Nov 1 – Nov 30, 2019 $5,150 Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2019 $5,275 DAY 3 – VICTORIA FALLS/CHOBE NATIONAL PARK Travel by road to Chobe National Park, Botswana. Then take to the water Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2020 $4,550 once again with an afternoon cruise along the Chobe River in a spacious skimmer. (B, L, D) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be DAY 4 – CHOBE NATIONAL PARK completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost Join a qualified, experienced guide on morning and afternoon game available upon request. Supplements may apply over special events drives and see what animals you can spot. (B, L, D) and holidays. DAY 5 – CHOBE NATIONAL PARK/OKAVANGO DELTA Fly to your camp at the heart of the Okavango Delta, a true water wilderness experience. (B, L, D) DAY 6 – OKAVANGO DELTA HOTELS Today’s activities include mokoro canoe trips as well as game viewing Victoria Falls: Bayete Guest Lodge and birdwatching on guided walks. A variety of big game and plains Chobe: Chobe Bakwena Lodge game will more than likely be on display, but keep an eye to the skies Okavango: Moremi Crossing for a glimpse at an abundance of bird life. (B, L, D) Khwai: Sango Safari Camp DAY 7 – OKAVANGO DELTA/KHWAI COMMUNITY AREA *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON Fly to the Khwai Community Area and transfer to your camp. You’ll be DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: game viewing en route, making this no ordinary ride. (B, L, D) Accommodations in first class lodges and tented camps 8 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), 6 dinners (D) as specified DAY 8 – KHWAI COMMUNITY AREA Arrival and departure airport transfers Safari adventure continues here with open vehicle game drives both in Sightseeing as per itinerary the Moremi and in the Khwai concession area, guided bush walks, night Game viewing in specially outfitted 4WD safari vehicles drives, and more mokoro trips. (B, L, D) Entrance fees Light aircraft transfers: Kasane/Okavango Delta/Khwai/Maun DAY 9 – KHWAI COMMUNITY AREA/DEPART MAUN Local English-speaking guides Take part in the morning’s activities, then transfer to Maun to connect with your departure flight. (B) Affordable Botswana | 9

Mediterranean Sea EGYPT: LAND OF PHARAOHS Giza Cairo (4N) 8 DAYS: Cairo, Aswan, Nile River Cruise, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor EGYPT Nile River HHHH & UP A nation of epic history. That’s Egypt to the “t.” With this tour, Red Sea the powerful images you’ve seen in books and movies come to life Air Valley of the Kings before your eyes. Walk down the paths of pharaohs in Cairo, stand Boat Luxor in the shadow of gargantuan pyramids in Giza, and fly to Aswan Edfu for a cruise down the mystical Nile River and become enchanted Nile River Cruise (3N) by legends. 0 miles 200 Aswan 0 km 200 DAY 1 – ARRIVAL CAIRO GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive to Cairo, Egypt, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. Departure Dates (Tuesdays) Rates* DAY 2 – CAIRO: PYRAMIDS/MEMPHIS/SAQQARA First Class Accommodations Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, including the Pyramid of Khufu and Jan 11 – Apr 15, 2019 $2,250 the Sphinx. Enjoy a visit to the Solar Boat Museum before driving to Memphis, once a vast metropolis and capital of the Old Kingdom. Apr 15 – 30, 2019 $2,595 Continue to Saqqara, the oldest stone complex in the world, to see May 1 – Sep 30, 2019 $2,125 the towering Step Pyramid of Djoser, the earliest of all pyramids. This Oct 1 – Dec 19, 2019 $2,250 evening, partake in the welcome dinner cruise on the Nile River. (B, L, D) Dec 20 – 31, 2019 $2,675 Jan 1 – 10, 2020 $2,675 DAY 3 – CAIRO SIGHTSEEING Explore the ancient city of Cairo, including the Egyptian Museum, the Jan 11 – Mar 31, 2020 $2,375 Citadel, the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali, and the colorful Khan Deluxe Accommodations el Khalili Bazaar. (B, L) Jan 11 – Apr 15, 2019 $3,995 Apr 15 – 30, 2019 $4,550 DAY 4 – ASWAN & NILE RIVER CRUISE May 1 – Sep 30, 2019 $3,750 Fly to Aswan to board the cruise ship, your home for the next three nights as you cruise the majestic and mystical Nile River. This afternoon visit the Oct 1 – Dec 19, 2019 $3,995 High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. (B, L, D) Dec 20 – 31, 2019 $4,375 Jan 1 – 10, 2020 $4,375 DAY 5 – NILE RIVER CRUISE – ASWAN/KOM OMBO/EDFU Jan 11 – Mar 31, 2020 $4,195 Today we set sail to Kom Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom Ombo, then continue to Edfu. (B, L, D) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. DAY 6 – NILE CRUISE – EDFU/LUXOR In Edfu, a short horse-drawn carriage ride takes you to the temple dedicated to the falcon-headed god, Horus. In the afternoon, sail to Luxor for the Karnak and Luxor temples. (B, L, D) HOTELS Cairo DAY 7 - NILE CRUISE/LUXOR/CAIRO First Class: Conrad Hotel This morning, disembark your cruise to explore the Valley of the Kings, Deluxe: Four Seasons First Residence, Zoo View Room Colossis of Memnon, and the Temple of Hatchepsut. In the afternoon, fly back to Cairo. (B) Nile Cruise First Class: MS Tulip | Deluxe: MS Tulip, Terrace Suite DAY 8 – DEPART CAIRO Cairo Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) First Class & Deluxe: Hilton Heliopolis *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodations in first class or deluxe hotels and Nile cruise 7 breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L), 4 dinners (D) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers | Sightseeing as per itinerary Transportation in air conditioned vehicles | 3-night Nile Cruise Entrance fees | Local English-speaking guides Internal flights – Cairo/Aswan & Luxor/Cairo 10 | Egypt: Land of Pharaohs

ERITREA YEMEN ETHIOPIAN Axum (1N) EXPERIENCE SUDAN Lake Gondar Gulf of Oman Tana Lalibela DJIBOUTI Bahar Dar (2N) (2N) 8 DAYS: Addis Ababa, Bahar Dar, Lake Tana, Gondar, Lalibela, Axum HHHH Addis Ababa (2N) With a culture and traditions that dates back over 3,000 years, ETHIOPIA Ethiopia is a land with a glorious history, religious fervor, vibrant celebrations, and endless festivals. This is enhanced by a range Air of natural beauty: Afro-Alpine highlands, soaring to around 14,000 0 miles 200 Road 0 km 200 feet; the Great Rift Valley; white-water rivers; and a savannah with game. Lake Turkana UGANDA KENYA DAY 1 – ARRIVE ADDIS ABABA GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. (D) Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2019 DAY 2 – BAHAR DAR & LAKE TANA Radisson Blu $4,700 Arrive in Bahar Dar by plane, then drive to the majestic Blue Nile Falls. Take a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit the 13th century monastery of Ura Sheraton $5,050 Kidane Mihret and Kibran Gabriel, a place unique in that only men are Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2020 allowed to enter. (B, D) Radisson Blu $5,100 Sheraton $5,500 DAY 3 – BAHAR DAR/GONDAR Enjoy the drive to Gondar, known as the “Camelot of Africa.” Visit its castles and churches, built by King Fassiladas and his descendants. (B, D) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. If traveling DAY 4 – LALIBELA internationally on Ethiopian Airlines, a cost reduction of $400 per Fly to Lalibela to see up close its 11 medieval, monolithic cave churches person applies (International Ticket Numbers required). Supplements and the first group of rock-hewn churches. Built between 800 AD and may apply for special events and holidays. 1200 AD, these specimens of antiquity are a moving introduction to the role of religion in Ethiopia. (B, D) DAY 5 – LALIBELA Tour the second group of rock-hewn churches. Later, visit Na’akuto La’ab, HOTELS a church built in a cave, where King Na’akuto La’ab led a hermit’s life after Addis Ababa: Sheraton Addis or Radisson Blu abdicating his throne. (B, D) Bahar Dar: Kuriftu Resort and Spa – Lake Tana Gondar: Goha Hotel DAY 6 – AXUM Lalibela: Roha Hotel A plane ride takes you to Axum to see the remarkable stelae or obelisks, Axum: Yeha Hotel St. Mary’s Church, the Sanctuary Chapel, the Coronation Yard, Axum Museum, Queen Sheba’s Palace, and King Kaleb’s Tomb. (B, D) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: DAY 7 – ADDIS ABABA SIGHTSEEING Accommodations in standard and first class or deluxe hotels Board your flight to Addis Ababa, where you’ll visit the National 7 breakfasts (B), 7 dinners (D) as specified Archaeological Museum, home to the legendary 3.6 million-year-old Arrival and departure airport transfers skeleton of “Lucy.” Enjoy panoramic views from Mount Entoto, followed Transportation in private vehicle by a visit to St. George Cathedral and Merkato, the largest open-air Sightseeing as per itinerary market in Africa. (B, D) Entrance fees Local English-speaking guides DAY 8 - DEPART ADDIS ABABA Internal flights – Addis Ababa / Bahar Dar & Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) Gondar/Lalibela/Axum/Addis Ababa Ethiopian Experience | 11

ETHIOPIA Lake Turkana MASAI FOOTSTEPS UGANDA KENY A 7 DAYS: Nairobi, Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli National Park Mt. Kenya HHHH Lake Nakuru NP (1N) Lake Victoria Savor the highlights of Africa’s greatest wildlife reserves with Masai Mara Nairobi (1N) this homage to the continent’s most legendary residents. This NR (2N) animal-centric itinerary includes game drives, boat rides, and Amboseli NP (2N) INDIAN more through the Masai Mara National Reserve, the flamingo- TANZANIA OCEAN lined shores of Lake Nakuru, and a view of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. 0 miles 150 Air Road 0 km 150 DAY 1 – NAIROBI GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive to Nairobi, Kenya, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. Departure Dates (Tues, Thurs, & Sun) Rates* DAY 2 – NAIROBI/MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE Tuesday & Thursday Departures Leaving Nairobi, travel towards Kenya’s fertile highlands and head Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $2,725 down the Rift Escarpment, reaching the Masai Mara mid-day. Let the excitement of days of wildlife viewing begin with an afternoon game drive. Apr 1 – Jun 25, 2019 $2,550 Return to your lodge in time for sunset. (B, L, D) Jun 26 – Oct 31, 2019 $2,850 Nov 1 – Dec 15, 2019 $2,725 DAY 3 – MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE – VILLAGE VISIT Dec 16 – Dec 31, 2019 $2,995 Today’s a day for thrills as you hope to encounter prides of lions, Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2020 $3,050 gatherings of hippo, and vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope on morning and afternoon game drives. A visit to a local Masai Village is Sunday Departures also scheduled offering a privileged glimpse at their way of life. (B, L, D) Jan 1 – Feb 28, 2019 $2,875 Mar 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $2,825 DAY 4 – MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE/ Apr 1 – Jun 25, 2019 $2,650 LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK Jun 26 – Oct 31, 2019 $3,075 Leaving the Masai Mara, travel across the fertile farmlands of Kenya before arriving at Lake Nakuru. The waters here are often colored with a Nov 1 – Dec 15, 2019 $2,750 shimmering pink, echoes of the thousands of flamingos holding court on its Dec 16 – Dec 31, 2019 $3,295 banks. In the afternoon, take a game drive in Nakuru National Park. (B, L, D) Jan 1 – Feb 28, 2020 $3,325 Mar 1 – Mar 31, 2020 $3,175 DAY 5 – LAKE NAKURU/LAKE NAIVASHA/ AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis Rise early for a tranquil morning boat ride on Lake Naivasha. Then, head and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Supplements may south towards Amboseli National Park for a charming picnic lunch. (B, L, D) apply for special events and holidays. DAY 6 – AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK Morning and afternoon game drives provide ample opportunity to spot HOTELS vast herds of elephant among a kaleidoscope of other wildlife. Be on Nairobi the lookout for lions, buffalo, cheetah, giraffe, baboons, gazelle, hippos, Safari Park Hotel (Tues/Thurs), Eka Hotel (Sun) and wildebeest … just to name but a few! (B, L, D) Masai Mara National Reserve Mara Sopa Lodge (Tues/Thurs), Keekorok Lodge (Sun) DAY 7 – AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK/DEPART NAIROBI Lake Nakuru National Park Catch your last views of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro as you return to Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge (Tues/Thurs), Lake Nakuru Lodge (Sun) Nairobi by midday. A room for the day is provided before you transfer to Amboseli National Park the airport for your departure flight. (B) Amboseli Sopa Lodge (Tues/Thurs), Ol Tukai Lodge (Sun) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodations in first-class hotels and lodges 6 breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers | Sightseeing as per itinerary Transportation and game viewing in specially outfitted 4WD safari vehicles | Boat ride on Lake Naivasha | Entrance fees Local English-speaking guide | Bottled water in safari vehicles Day-Use Room prior to departure 12 | Masai Footsteps

ETHIOPIA Lake Turkana SAROVA SAFARI KENY A UGANDA Shaba National 7 DAYS: Nairobi, Shaba National Reserve, Lake Nakuru Reserve (2N) National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve Mt. Kenya HHHH Lake Nakuru NP (1N) This itinerary captures the spirit of safari with diverse scenery and Lake Victoria experiences, from the unique wildlife in the north to the world- Masai Mara Nairobi (1N) famous Masai Mara in the south. From start to finish, this is an NR (2N) upscale adventure—travel in comfortable four-wheel drive vehicles INDIAN and stay in a mixture of well-established hotels, lodges, and a TANZANIA OCEAN tented camp for variety and comfort. 0 miles 150 Air Road 0 km 150 DAY 1 – NAIROBI GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Upon arrival into Nairobi, find yourself met and transferred to The Sarova Stanley Hotel. Spend the afternoon getting settled in. Departure Dates (Mondays) Rates* Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $2,750 DAY 2 – NAIROBI/SHABA NATIONAL RESERVE Heading north after an early breakfast, pass near Thika and continue through Apr 1 – Jun 10, 2019 $2,475 breathtaking scenery dotted with rushing mountain streams and fields of tea Jun 11 – Jul 9, 2019 $2,750 and coffee. Pass Nanyuki town, eventually reaching a dusty outpost known July 10 – Sep 15, 2019 $3,095 as Isiolo—the last major stop on the journey into the remote northern frontier Sep 16 – Oct 31, 2019 $2,750 district. From here, it’s a fairly short hop to Shaba. Arrive at the lodge in time $2,695 for lunch and then depart for an afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge in Nov 1 – Dec 15, 2019 time to watch the sun set. (B, L, D) Dec 16 – 31, 2019 $2,995 DAY 3 – SHABA NATIONAL RESERVE Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis Your day begins with an early morning game drive before breakfast. The and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Supplements may remainder of the morning allows you time to relax by the pool or terrace, apply for special events and holidays. overlooking the river, before the excitement of another game drive after lunch. Catch another stunning sunset on your way back to the lodge. (B, L, D) DAY 4 – SHABA NATIONAL RESERVE/ HOTELS LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK Nairobi: The Sarova Stanley Hotel Leaving Shaba behind, travel south through Isiolo, crossing the northernmost foothills of Mount Kenya, until you reach Nanyuki once more. Change Shaba Game Reserve: Sarova Shaba Game Lodge direction toward Nyahururu, then again to reach the spectacular Lake Nakuru. Lake Nakuru: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge Once in the park, keep your eyes open for game en route to the lodge. Masai Mara National Reserve: Sarova Mara Game Camp Following lunch and a siesta, another game drive before evening falls. Look Nairobi: Eka Hotel – Day Use Room for flamingos in this park known for its birdwatching, and both black and *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON white rhinos as well as the endangered Rothschild giraffe. (B, L, D) DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodations in first class hotels, lodges, and tented camp DAY 5 – LAKE NAKURU/MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE 6 breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D) as specified Following an early morning breakfast, leave Lake Nakuru behind and head for Njoro town, where you begin your ascent to the top of the Mau Arrival and departure airport transfers Escarpment. Travel south towards Narok, the gateway to the Maasai Sightseeing as per itinerary | Transportation and game viewing Mara and district headquarters of this part of Maasailand, then across the in specially outfitted 4WD safari vehicles “breadbasket of Kenya,” a region covered with acres of wheat and barley. Entrance fees | Local English-speaking guide Reach the Mara in time for lunch, then take some time to rest before Bottled water in safari vehicles another afternoon game drive that ends with the setting of the sun. (B, L, D) Day-Use Room prior to departure DAY 6 – MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE Relax at the lodge between your early morning and afternoon game drives. (B, L, D) DAY 7 – MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE/DEPART NAIROBI Tuck into breakfast before you depart the Masai Mara for Narok, the district headquarters of this part of Masai land. Cross the vast plains on the floor of the Rift Valley—be sure to keep an eye out for herds of giraffe and gazelle!— before heading up the rift escarpment on a road built by Italian prisoners during World War II. Arrive into Kenya’s bustling capital Nairobi, where a one-day use room is provided before you transfer to the airport for departure flight. (B) Sarova Safari | 13

KENYA & TANZANIA KENY A HIGHLIGHTS Mt. Kenya Lake Victoria 11 DAYS: Nairobi, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara Nairobi (1N) Amboseli National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti NR (2N) NP (2N) Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Arusha Olduvai Amboseli NP (2N) Gorge Mt. Kilimanjaro HHHH Ngorongoro INDIAN Crater (1N) Arusha OCEAN Experience the Masai Mara, considered by many to be Africa’s Lake Manyara greatest wildlife reserve. This is the adventure of a lifetime, a panorama NP (2N) of vast natural spectacle at every turn. The itinerary includes Africa’s most fabled game parks and the Olduvai Gorge, an archeological site T ANZANIA excavated by the Leakeys and considered among the most important in the world. 0 miles 150 Air Road 0 km 150 DAY 1 – ARRIVE NAIROBI Arrive to Nairobi, Kenya, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. DAY 2 – NAIROBI/MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE Fly across the Great Rift Valley to Masai Mara National Reserve, the highlight of any East African safari. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive. (B, L, D) DAY 3 – MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE Embark on morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara to continue your search for elusive and rare wildlife in one of Africa’s finest reserves. A balloon safari is also available at additional cost. (B, L, D) DAY 4 – NAIROBI & AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK After the morning game drive, fly to Nairobi. Savor lunch at the world-famous Carnivore Restaurant, then drive to Amboseli National Park, where you’ll be greeted with views of Mount Kilimanjaro. (B, L, D) DAY 5 – AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK Today, morning and afternoon game drives get you acquainted with your new destination. Vast herds of elephants roam the reserve; the grand kaleidoscope of other fabulous beasts includes lions, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes, baboons, gazelle, hippos, and wildebeest. (B, L, D) DAY 6 – LAKE MANYARA & VILLAGE VISIT Catch your last views of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro this morning upon departure from the park on your way to Kenya’s border. Cross into Tanzania, then continue to Lake Manyara National Park. This afternoon, enjoy a village walk for a real cultural experience, feeling the heartbeat of an authentic African village with every step taken. (B, L, D) DAY 7 – LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK Enjoy a full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Large buffalo, wildebeest, and zebra herds congregate on these grassy plains, as do giraffes. Some of the latter are so dark in coloration that they appear to be black from a distance; keep your eyes open for this sight! (B, L, D) DAY 8 – NGORONGORO CRATER Ascend through the highlands to the very rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. From there, descend into the crater for game viewing. Vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, gazelle, buffalo, and their predators—the legendary big cats—roam the crater floor. (B, L, D) Masai Mara 14 | Kenya & Tanzania Highlights

Masai tribesman DAY 9 – OLDUVAI GORGE/SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Visit Olduvai Gorge, an incredibly significant archeological site extensively excavated by the Leakeys. Continue to Serengeti National Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* Park, where huge herds of wildebeest, antelope, and zebras provide Jan – Feb, 2019 $7,995 an unequalled wildlife spectacle. Later, get a closer look during an Mar 2019 $7,395 afternoon game drive. (B, L, D) Apr – May, 2019 $6,795 DAY 10 – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK Jun 2019 $7,795 Take morning and afternoon game drives along the river and out on Jul – Oct, 2019 $8,495 the plains among the vast herds of migratory animals. If you missed Nov – Dec 15, 2019 $7,295 your chance earlier, a balloon safari is again available at additional Dec 16 – 31, 2019 $8,995 cost. (B, L, D) DAY 11 – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK/ARUSHA/ Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis DEPART KILIMANJARO and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be This is your final opportunity to bask in the unmatched grandeur of the completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost African safari lands, before you fly to Arusha for lunch. A day room is available upon request. Holiday supplements apply over Easter, provided before you transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B, L). Christmas, and New Year’s. HOTELS Nairobi: Nairobi Serena Hotel Masai Mara National Reserve: Mara Serena Safari Lodge Lake Manyara National Park: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge Ngorongoro Crater: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge Serengeti National Park: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodation in deluxe hotel and lodges 10 breakfasts (B), 10 lunches (L), 9 dinners (D) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers Transportation and game viewing in specially outfitted safari vehicles | Park entrance fees | Local guide Bottled water in safari vehicles Internal flights – Nairobi/Masai Mara/Nairobi and Serengeti/Arusha Day-Use Room prior to departure | Village visit Independent tour TI EXCLUSIVE Upon arrival in Kenya, you will receive a welcome pack including a safari hat, map, and beaded key fob. When the journey ends in Tanzania, we will say farewell with a gift of a traditional woven kikoi. Amboseli National Park Kenya & Tanzania Highlights | 15

PORTUGAL SP AIN Mediterranean Sea ATLANTIC OCEAN IMPERIAL CITIES Rabat (1N) Volubilis OF MOROCCO Casablanca (1N) Meknes Fes (2N) MOROCCO 7 DAYS: Casablanca, Rabat, Volubilis, Marrakech (2N) Meknes, Fes, Marrakech HHHH & UP The mystery and lure of this fabled kingdom begins in Casablanca and continues through the souks, densely winding old cities, and ALGERIA entrancing architecture of fascinating cities such as Marrakech. Air An extension is available exploring the road of 1,000 Kasbahs WESTERN Road with the option of spending a night in a Bedouin tent. SAHARA 0 miles 300 0 km 300 DAY 1 – ARRIVE CASABLANCA/RABAT GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES In the morning, arrive in Casablanca. Enjoy a tour of “The White City,” driving through its wide avenues and walking the narrow streets of the Departure Dates (Sundays) Rates* medina, or ancient walled quarter. Visit United Nations Square, Habous First Class Accommodations district, the outside of Hassan II Mosque, and Corniche Boulevard. Jan – May, 2019 $2,550 Continue to Rabat, the capitol of Morocco. (D) Jun – Jul, 2019 $2,450 DAY 2 – RABAT/MOULAY IDRISS/VOLUBILIS/MEKNES/FES Aug – Nov, 2019 $2,550 This morning, in Rabat, visit the Kasbah of Oudayas, Hassan Tower, Dec 2019 $2,675 the minaret of the great mosque, Mohammed V Mausoleum, the medina, Deluxe Accommodations the Royal Palace, the city gates, and Chellah Necropolis. Continue to Jan – May, 2019 $3,095 Meknes, with a brief stop at Moulay Idriss, a sacred Islamic town, and the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Tour around Meknes, the “Moroccan Versailles,” Jun – Jul, 2019 $2,895 before reaching Fes. (B, D) Aug – Dec, 2019 $3,095 DAY 3 – FES Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and based A full-day tour of Fes includes the medieval medina and religious Islamic on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be completed within these centers, the Karaouine Mosque, the university, and the Nejjarin Fountain. seasonal date ranges; split season cost available upon request. Supplements Visit the famous souks (markets) of Fes. (B, D) may apply for special events and Christmas and New Year holidays. DAY 4 – FES/MARRAKECH Marrakech Depart to Marrakech, heading across the Atlas Mountains and through Berber villages and small towns. (B, D) DAY 5 – MARRAKECH A full-day tour of Marrakech, founded by the Almoravides dynasty at the end of the 12th century, is the treat in store on this day. Discover the souks and the Djemaa el Fna Square. Visit Saadiens Tombs; the Menara and Agdal Gardens; the Koutoubia; and the Bahia Palace. This evening, enjoy dinner at a typical Moroccan restaurant with an accompanying folklore show. (B, L, D) DAY 6 – MARRAKECH/CASABLANCA Enjoy your morning at leisure. Later, travel to Casablanca, where you may spend time shopping, walking, or relaxing at the Corniche. (B) HOTELS Rabat: First Class & Deluxe: Sofitel Rabat Jardin des Roses DAY 7 – DEPART CASABLANCA Fes: First Class: Les Merinides | Deluxe: Hotel Sahrai Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) Marrakech: First Class: Kenzi Menara Deluxe: Sofitel Marrakech Lounge and Spa Casablanca: First Class: Kenzi Tower | Deluxe: Sofitel Tour Blanche *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodations in your choice of first-class or deluxe hotels 6 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 5 dinners (D) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers Entrance fees | Local guide 16 | Imperial Cities of Morocco

ZIMBABWE BOTSW ANA Limpopo R. SIMPLY NAMIBIA Greater Kruger Park Area (2N) SOUTH AFRICA Pretoria Johannesburg SWAZI- LAND 7 DAYS: Cape Town, Greater Kruger National Park Area HHHH & UP Orange R. LESOTHO From the sophisticated charms of Cape Town to the wild open SOUTH AFRICA spaces of Kruger National Park, you’ll see the dynamic forces that INDIAN make South Africa one of the most exciting vacation destinations OCEAN on the planet. The half-day city tour puts on display the best of Cape Town while wildlife-focused outings complete with game Cape Town viewing in open vehicles by day, at night, and on guided bush (4N) Air walks make this “Simply South Africa” at its best. 0 miles 300 ATLANTIC OCEAN 0 km 300 DAY 1 – ARRIVE CAPE TOWN GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive in Cape Town, South Africa, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* DAY 2 – CAPE TOWN – CITY SIGHTSEEING First Class Accommodations Take a morning tour of South Africa’s “Mother City” to see it from a variety Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $2,475 of perspectives. Take a cable car to the top of Table Mountain (weather Apr 1 – May 31, 2019 $2,275 permitting), then drive by the Malay Quarter, city center, Company Gardens, Jun 1 – Aug 31, 2019 $2,075 and the Castle of Good Hope. Travel to Milnerton Lighthouse for the best Sep 1 – Sep 31, 2019 $2,275 photographic opportunities of Table Mountain, then visit Diamond Works before Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $2,475 ending the tour at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The afternoon is at leisure. (B) Nov 1 – Dec 19, 2019 $2,575 Dec 20 – Dec 31, 2019 $2,675 DAYS 3 & 4 – CAPE TOWN Choose from optional half- and full-day tours, including the Cape Peninsula, Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2020 $2,625 Cape Winelands, Cultural Cape Town, or Robben Island. You can also Deluxe Accommodations revisit the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront from the night before, but this time, Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $4,095 to explore the shops and restaurants there. (B) Apr 1 – Apr 30, 2019 $3,795 May 1 – Aug 31, 2019 $3,295 DAY 5 – CAPE TOWN/KRUGER SAFARI Sep 1 – Sep 31, 2019 $3,995 Fly to the Greater Kruger Park area and transfer to your safari lodge. This Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $4,095 afternoon, enjoy an open-vehicle game drive followed by dinner under the Nov 1 – Dec 14, 2019 $4,295 stars in a traditional African boma. (B, L, D) Dec 15 – Dec 31, 2019 $4,395 DAY 6 – KRUGER SAFARI Jan – Mar, 2020 $4,295 Enjoy a full day in the Greater Kruger Park area. Explore the reserve on early Luxury Accommodations morning and afternoon/evening open-vehicle game drives as well as by mid- Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $4,495 morning bush walks. Roam the reserve in open four-wheel drive vehicles in Apr 1 – Sep 31, 2019 $4,195 search of elephant, leopard, cheetah, kudu, giraffe, Cape buffalo, and other Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $4,495 novel creatures of the African wild. (B, L, D) Nov 1 – Dec 19, 2019 $4,595 DAY 7 – KRUGER SAFARI/DEPART JOHANNESBURG Dec 20 – Dec 31, 2019 $5,095 After the morning game drive, return flight to Johannesburg. Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2020 $4,695 Connect with your departure flight. (B) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis EXTEND YOUR TRIP and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be Travel Impressions offers a variety of short programs ideal to extend your completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost available Simply South Africa program. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Mpumalanga upon request. Supplements may apply for special events and holidays. Region, learn about the rich history of South Africa in Johannesburg, or marvel at the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: HOTELS Accommodations in choice of first class, deluxe, Cape Town or luxury hotels and lodges 6 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D) as specified First Class: The Commodore Hotel | Deluxe: Victoria & Alfred Hotel Arrival and departure airport transfers | Sightseeing as per itinerary Luxury: Taj Cape Town, Luxury Mountain View Room Game viewing in specially outfitted 4WD safari vehicles Kruger Safari Entrance fees | Local English-speaking guides First Class: Kapama River Lodge | Deluxe: Jock Safari Lodge Drinks (excluding premium/ imported labels) at Luxury: Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge safari lodge on luxury option Simply South Africa | 17

Victoria Falls (2N) SPLENDORS Park (2N) ZIMBABWE Chobe National OF AFRICA Limpopo R. Kruger BOTSW ANA National 12 DAYS: Cape Town, Kruger National Park, NAMIBIA Park (3N) Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park HHHHH Johannesburg (1N) SWAZI- LAND From the Cape Winelands with their internationally acknowledged vintages to Kruger National Park and its wildlife wonders, this awe- Orange R. inspiring itinerary offers the heart of adventure with all the natural SOUTH AFRICA LESOTHO INDIAN OCEAN phenomena that Southern Africa has to offer. An evening cruise on the Zambezi River, game drives in open four-wheel drive vehicles, and guided tours let you experience Africa at its most splendid. Air Road Cape Town (3N) 0 miles 300 0 km 300 Cape of Good Hope DAY 1 – ARRIVE CAPE TOWN Arrive in Cape Town, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. DAY 2 – CAPE TOWN – SIGHTSEEING & CAPE WINELANDS Ride to the top of Table Mountain (weather permitting) in the morning to take in the architecture of The Castle and other historic buildings. Continue to the Malay Quarter and marvel at the ice-cream colors of the quaint Bo-Kaap homes. Visit a professional diamond cutter before continuing on to the Cape Winelands. Explore this world-renowned region and learn about the wine-making process in a fascinating cellar tour and tasting. Visit the beautiful town of Stellenbosch, home to one of the country’s prestigious universities, as well as fine art galleries and examples of history-laced architecture. (B) DAY 3 – CAPE PENINSULA Take a full day exploring the Cape Peninsula, beginning with a drive along the False Bay coastline via Boulders Beach (penguin colony) to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Dissemble at Cape Point at the tip of the peninsula, the meeting place of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. Return to Cape Town via the scenic Atlantic Coastline. (B) DAY 4 – CAPE TOWN/KRUGER SAFARI Fly to the Greater Kruger Park area and head right to your first afternoon game drive. A delicious dinner under the starlit sky closes out your first day here. (B, L, D) DAY 5 – KRUGER SAFARI Roam the reserve in open all-terrain vehicles in search of elephant, leopard, cheetah, kudu, giraffe, Cape buffalo, hippo, and other species native to the park. Your mid-morning walk is an opportunity to feel the pulse of Africa through the soles of your feet and experience the bushveld at close quarters. (B, L, D) DAY 6 – KRUGER SAFARI A second full day lets you experience your destination to the fullest. (B, L, D) DAY 7 – KRUGER SAFARI/JOHANNESBURG Enjoy one last early morning game drive. Fly to Johannesburg and spend the night at a nearby resort hotel. (B) DAY 8 – JOHANNESBURG/VICTORIA FALLS From Johannesburg, fly to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Later in the afternoon, take a sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River. (B, D) Kruger National Park 18 | Splendors of Africa

Chobe National Park DAY 9 – VICTORIA FALLS GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES In the morning, a guided walking tour of the falls takes you past this vast curtain of water that drops from 355 feet high and spreads nearly a mile Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* wide. The afternoon is at leisure for optional activities such as bungee Jan 1 – Jan 31, 2019 $7,395 jumping, Flight of Angels, and others. Regroup for a festive dinner at Feb 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $7,495 The Boma Restaurant. (B, D) Apr 1 – Apr 30, 2019 $7,495 DAY 10 – VICTORIA FALLS/CHOBE NATIONAL PARK May 1 – Jun 30, 2019 $7,295 Transfer by road to Chobe National Park, Botswana. These combined July 1 – Aug 31, 2019 $7,795 wetlands, dry woodlands, and savannas are home to a large elephant Sep 1 – Sep 31, 2019 $8,295 population, which you’ll get to see during the late afternoon game Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $8,395 viewing cruise. (B, L, D) Nov 1 – Nov 30, 2019 $8,495 DAY 11 – CHOBE NATIONAL PARK Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2019 $8,195 Take morning and afternoon game drives in open four-wheel drive Jan 1 – Jan 31, 2020 $7,795 vehicles. At day’s end, return to the lodge for another spectacular Feb 1 – Mar 31, 2020 $7,895 sunset on the Chobe River. (B, L, D) Note: Single room supplement applies. Internal Airfare applies. Please DAY 12 – CHOBE/KASANE/DEPART JOHANNESBURG contact us for current applicable pricing. Prices are on sharing basis In the morning, transfer to nearby Kasane Airport for your flight to and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be Johannesburg. Connect with your international departure flight. (B) completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost available upon request. Supplements may apply for special events and holidays. HOTELS Cape Town: Victoria & Alfred Hotel Kruger Safari: Jock Safari Lodge Johannesburg: Peermont D’Oreale Grande Victoria Falls: Victoria Falls Hotel Chobe: Chobe Game Lodge *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodations in deluxe hotels and lodges 11 breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers Sightseeing as per itinerary Game viewing in specially outfitted 4WD safari vehicles Entrance fees Local English-speaking guides Cape Winelands Splendors of Africa | 19

UGANDA TANZANIA Victoria KENYA Lake Arusha DELUXE SAFARI RWANDA Serengeti National Park National Park (2N) Mt. Kilimanjaro BURUNDI Olduvai Gorge 7 DAYS: Arusha National Park, Lake Manyara National Arusha (1N) Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater Ngorongoro Tarangire National Park Crater (2N) HHHHH Lake Manyara National Park (1N) Zanzibar For archeology and wildlife enthusiasts, this itinerary is the tour that dreams are made of. Spend a significant amount of time at T ANZANIA Dar es Salaam the top game reserves along this popular northern safari route in Tanzania, and delve deep into human history in Olduvai Gorge, where Dr. Leakey conducted extensive excavations. INDIAN 0 miles 300 Air OCEAN 0 km 300 Road ZAMBIA Lake Malawi DAY 1 – ARRIVE KILIMANJARO/ARUSHA GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive to Kilimanjaro Airport, Tanzania, where you are met and escorted MALAWI to your lodge at Lake Duluti, near Arusha. (D) Departure Dates (Thursdays) Rates* Jan 1 – Feb 28, 2019 $4,795 DAY 2 – ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK/LAKE MANYARA Mar 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $3,775 Enjoy a morning game drive in Arusha National Park, whose features extend beyond its abundant flora and fauna to three rather spectacular features: Apr 1 – May 31, 2019 $3,295 Momella Lakes, Meru Crater, and the Ngurdoto Crater. After noon, Jun 1 – Jun 30, 2019 $4,425 depart for Lake Manyara. The lodge you’ll arrive at has a dramatic setting Jul 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $4,795 overlooking the Great Rift Valley and the beautiful soda lake of Manyara and Nov 1 – Dec 18, 2019 $3,775 the park. (B, L, D) Dec 19 – Dec 31, 2019 $4,795 DAY 3 – LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK/ Jan 1 – Feb 28, 2020 $5,050 SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK Mar 1 – Mar 31, 2020 $3,975 Head out for another early morning game drive—this time in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. See a variety of habitats Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and spot the diverse animals and birds within them. Witness the descent and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be of flamingos onto the lake, then depart for the Serengeti and our lodge, completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost available chosen for its endless views over the plains. (B, L, D) upon request. Supplements may apply for special events and holidays. DAY 4 – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK Morning and afternoon game drives in the Serengeti National Park exercise your observational skills, where the largest concentration of animals—a HOTELS whopping four million—reside. See how many of its 500 species of birds you Arusha: Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa can spot, especially during the drive along the river and out onto the plains Lake Manyara National Park: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge among vast herds of migratory animals. A balloon safari is also available at Ngorongoro Crater: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge additional cost—and well worth it for a truly novel experience. (B, L, D) Serengeti National Park: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge DAY 5 – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK/ *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON OLDUVAI GORGE/NGORONGORO DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Go on one more game drive in the Serengeti, then depart for Olduvai Gorge, Accommodations in deluxe hotel and lodges an important archeological site where traces of pre-historic man dating back 6 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), 6 dinners (D) as specified 3.5 million years have been discovered. Continue to the rim of Ngorongoro Arrival and departure airport transfers Crater. From the lodge, experience breathtaking views of the crater floor Sightseeing as per itinerary | Transportation and game beneath and of the wealth of the animal and bird life beyond. (B, L, D) viewing in specially outfitted 4WD safari vehicles Entrance fees | Local English-speaking guide DAY 6 – NGORONGORO CRATER Bottled water in safari vehicles Go for a full-day game viewing in Ngorongoro Crater, where wildlife is Day-Use Room prior to departure highly concentrated and your odds of seeing the Big Five are in your favor. Drive across the dense forest and near the soda lake and don’t stop looking to the bush and the skies for rare animal sightings. (B, L, D) DAY 7 – NGORONGORO/ARUSHA/DEPART KILIMANJARO Morning return to Arusha. A day-use room is provided before you transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B, L) 20 | Tanzania Deluxe Safari

SUDAN UGANDA DEMOCRATIC UGANDA GORILLA TREK REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO Lake Albert KENYA 6 DAYS: Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kampala Queen Elizabeth National Park Elizabeth Queen HHHH NP (1N) Entebbe (1N) Embark on this unique tour that makes a family of gorillas the star. Kihihi Arrive in the capital of Uganda, Entebbe, and begin your adventure Lake Victoria Masai Mara Park in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, led by experienced trackers. Bwindi Impenetrable NP (3N) Wildlife walks in both this park and Queen Elizabeth National Park TANZANIA cap off this nature-inspired itinerary. R W ANDA 0 miles 100 Air 0 km 100 Road DAY 1 – ARRIVE ENTEBBE GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. Departure Dates Rates* DAY 2 – BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK Jan 4 – Jan 9, 2019 $3,850 Transfer to the airport for a scheduled flight to Kihihi, where you’ll continue on to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Together with the group, embark Jan 16 – Jan 21, 2019 $3,850 on a forest walk or cultural visit. (B, L, D) Jan 18 – Jan 23, 2019 $3,850 Feb 9 – Feb 14, 2019 $3,850 DAY 3 – BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK GORILLA TREKKING An early morning trek into the forest takes you to the slopes of the park’s Feb 22 – Feb 27, 2019 $3,850 volcanoes, where seasoned trackers will lead you to a family of Mountain Mar 15 – Mar 20, 2019 $3,850 Gorillas. Get within mere feet of the family, joining a select group of few Mar 29 – Apr 3, 2019 $3,850 humans privileged to spend time amongst them. Please note: Trekking Apr 20 – Apr 25, 2019 $3,550 and overnight may take place in Rwanda. (B, L, D) May 17 – May 22, 2019 $3,550 DAY 4 – BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK Jun 2 – Jun 7, 2019 $3,850 Today, those who have opted for another gorilla trek (additional cost) will set off Jun 14 – Jun 19, 2019 $3,850 once again into the forest. Those who have not will be able to go on a forest Jun 21 – Jun 26, 2019 $3,850 walk in Bwindi to look for birds and primates with a local knowledgeable guide. Another included choice is to go on a local community village walk for a taste Jul 5 – Jul 10, 2019 $3,850 of real life in Africa. (B, L, D) Jul 12 – Jul 17, 2019 $3,850 Aug 2 – Aug 7, 2019 $3,850 DAY 5 – QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK Aug 23 – Aug 28, 2019 $3,850 Travel to Ishasha, stopping off at the Ishasha Community project en route. After arriving in Queen Elizabeth National Park, take an afternoon game drive Aug 30 – Sep 4, 2019 $3,850 in search of tree-climbing lions and a myriad of other species in this beautiful Sep 6 – Sep 11, 2019 $3,850 protected area. (B, L, D) Sep 20 – Sep 25, 2019 $3,850 DAY 6 – DEPART ENTEBBE Sep 27 – Oct 2, 2019 $3,850 Hop aboard your morning transfer to Kihihi for your return scheduled flight to Oct 18 – Oct 23, 2019 $3,850 Entebbe. Arrive and take a final transfer to the international airport to board your Oct 25 – Oct 30, 2019 $3,850 departing flight. (B) Nov 8 – Nov 13, 2019 $3,550 Dec 20 – Dec 25, 2019 $3,850 HOTELS Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis Entebbe: Hotel No. 5 | Bwindi: Buhoma Lodge and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. ADDITIONAL COST: Queen Elizabeth National Park: Ishasha Wilderness Camp Gorilla Trekking Permit = $600 per person. If gorilla trekking takes place in Rwanda, a surcharge will apply. *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodations in standard and first class hotel, lodge, and tented camp 5 breakfasts (B), 4 lunches (L), 4 dinners (D) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers | Sightseeing as per itinerary Transportation and game viewing by specially outfitted 4WD safari vehicles | Internal flights – Entebbe/Kihihi/Entebbe Entrance fees | Local English-speaking guide Uganda Gorilla Trek | 21

TANZANIA Lake SOUTH LUANGWA REPUBLIC OF Mweru DEMOCRATIC EXPERIENCE THE CONGO Lake South Luangwa Malawi National Park (4N) 5 DAYS: South Luangwa National Park Mfuwe HHHH ZAMBIA MALAWI In the landlocked country of Zambia, spending days in the unfenced South Luangwa National Park is an extraordinary Lusaka chance to catch a glimpse of up to 60 species of mammals and Lake 400 species of birds. Arrive into Zambia’s capital, Lusaka, one of Kariba the fastest developing cities in Africa, for a quick glimpse before Livingstone ZIMBABWE heading out into the wild. NAMIBIA 0 miles 300 Air BOTSW ANA 0 km 300 Road DAY 1 – ARRIVE LUSAKA/MFUWE/ GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK Arrive in Lusaka, Zambia where you will be met and assisted to connect to Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* your flight to Mfuwe. Transfer to your lodge, charmingly nestled between May 1 – May 31, 2019 $3,975 two picturesque lagoons in the heart of South Luangwa National Park. (D) Jun 1 – Jun 30, 2019 $4,175 DAY 2 – SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK Jul 1 – Sep 31, 2019 $4,850 In between game drives, bush walks, and mouthwatering meals, you’ll be able Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $4,175 to relax with a book on the library’s private deck if you like. It’s an ideal spot to Nov 1 – Dec 31, 2019 $3,975 take in the tranquility of Africa and get lost in your surroundings. (B, L, D) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis DAYS 3 & 4 – SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK BUSH CAMP and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be Transfer by road to your bush camp, situated in the heart of the South completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost available Luangwa National Park. Avid game viewers and birdwatchers can set upon request. Supplements may apply for special events and holidays. out on superb walking safaris, game drives, night drives, and scenic sundowner trips in the area. (B, L, D) DAY 5 – SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK/ MFUWE/DEPART LUSAKA HOTELS Return to Mfuwe and fly back to Lusaka. Connect with your departure flight, Mfuwe Lodge (2 nts) or choose to extend your visit by adding on a stop at Victoria Falls or the Chindeni Bush Camp, Kuyenda Bush Camp or Lower Zambezi National Park. (B, L) Billumungwe Bush Camp (2 nts) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: First class accommodations 5 breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D) as specified Arrival and departure transfers All game drives in specially outfitted 4WD vehicles Bush walks Entrance fees Local English-speaking guides Internal flights – Lusaka/Mfuwe/Lusaka Bush Camp 22 | South Luangwa Experience

ZAMBIA Lake ZIMBABWE EXPRESS Kariba Victoria Falls (3N) Harare 6 DAYS: Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park Chobe HHHH National Hwange Park National Park (2N) On the Zimbawean side, Victoria Falls is a breathtaking ZIMBABWE introduction to this country. With this tour, you have the luxury of spending several days at the base of a natural wonder. Spreading approximately a mile wide and dropping from a height that’s twice that of Niagara, it’s considered the largest of its kind BOTSW ANA in the world. Crowned by game drives in the Hwange National Limpopo R. Kruger Park, this is a trip to top many a bucket list. National Park 0 miles 200 Air SOUTH AFRICA 0 km 200 Road DAY 1 – ARRIVE VICTORIA FALLS – SUNDOWNER CRUISE GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Upon arrival to Victoria Falls, you are met and transferred to your hotel for a quick break before embarking on a sundowner cruise on the Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* Zambezi River. Jan – Mar, 2019 $2,650 Apr – Jun, 2019 $2,825 DAY 2 – VICTORIA FALLS Tour the falls, whose vast mile-wide curtain thunders down from 355 Jul – Oct, 2019 $3,375 feet high. Add on to your experience with a visit from the other side at Nov 2019 $2,795 an additional cost. (B) Dec 2019 $2,695 Jan – Mar, 2020 $2,795 DAY 3 – VICTORIA FALLS/HWANGE NATIONAL PARK In the morning, transfer to the Hwange National Park just in time for lunch. Your day continues with an afternoon game drive. (B, L, D) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be DAY 4 – HWANGE NATIONAL PARK completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost Be exhilarated by morning and afternoon game drives in Hwange National available upon request. Supplements may apply for special events Park, a haven for wildlife including the herds of Presidential Elephants, a and holidays. population unique to western Zimbabwe. This park is also home to many predators and teems with varied birdlife, providing ample opportunities to see legendary wildlife. (B, L, D) HOTELS DAY 5 – HWANGE NATIONAL PARK/VICTORIA FALLS Victoria Falls One last early morning game drive precedes your return to Victoria Falls, where The Victoria Falls Hotel, Deluxe Room your afternoon is then at leisure for shopping or optional excursions. (B) Hwange National Park The Hide Safari Camp DAY 6 – DEPART VICTORIA FALLS Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodation in first class camp/hotel 5 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers Sightseeing as per itinerary Game drives in specially outfitted 4WD vehicles Entrance fees Local English-speaking guides Victoria Falls Zimbabwe Express | 23

IMAGES OF AFRICA ZAMBIA Kariba Lake Victoria Kasane Falls (2N) 5 DAYS: Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park Okavango 7 DAYS: Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Delta (2N) Chobe National ZIMBABWE Okavango Delta Park (2N) HHHH Maun Botswana’s most well-known conservation area earns its fame for its concentrations of elephants—some 120,000 of them—and BOTSW ANA large populations of buffalo, antelope, and the graceful predators this continent is known for. Migrant bird species flourish from November to March, expanding the possibilities for rare wildlife Air sightings. Combined with the Okavango Delta, this itinerary is 0 miles 200 Road one that touches on the most epic images of Africa. 0 km 200 Dashed lines show Okavango Extension DAY 1 – ARRIVE VICTORIA FALLS – SUNDOWNER CRUISE GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe where you are met and escorted to your hotel. Start your multi-day adventure with a sundowner cruise on Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* the Zambezi River. 5-Day Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $1,795 DAY 2 – VICTORIA FALLS Apr 1 – Jun 30, 2019 $1,995 Tour the falls, whose mile-wide curtain of water and 355-foot drop make for Jul 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $2,195 a sight set to dazzle. Visit the Zambian side of the waterfalls at additional cost, Nov 1 – Nov 30, 2019 $1,995 or spend the afternoon at leisure. There will be plenty of time for optional Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2019 $1,895 activities such as bungee jumping, Flight of Angels, and other once-in-a- $1,995 lifetime experiences. (B) Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2020 7-Day DAY 3 – VICTORIA FALLS/CHOBE NATIONAL PARK Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $4,055 In the morning, transfer overland to the Chobe National Park, Botswana, Apr 1 – Jun 14, 2019 $4,465 home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa. This afternoon, Jun 15 – Jun 30, 2019 $5,195 enjoy a game drive in an open safari vehicle. (B, L, D) Jul 1 – Jul 31, 2019 $5,255 Aug 1 – Aug 30, 2019 $5,495 DAY 4 – CHOBE NATIONAL PARK Sep 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $5,255 Go on morning and afternoon game drives in open safari vehicles today Nov 1 – Nov 30, 2019 $4,465 or go game viewing by boat on the Chobe River. (B, L, D) Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2019 $4,395 Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2020 $4,495 DAY 5 – CHOBE NATIONAL PARK/DEPART KASANE Take the morning transfer to Kasane for your departure flight. (B) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be OKAVANGO EXTENSION completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost available DAY 5 – CHOBE NATIONAL PARK/KASANE/OKAVANGO DELTA upon request. Supplements may apply for special events and holidays. From Kasane Airport, take a scheduled light aircraft transfer to the heart of the Okavango Delta, a unique wetland system of crystal clear channels, islands, and lagoons. This afternoon, begin your exploration of this amazing eco-system. (B, L, D) HOTELS Victoria Falls: Ilala Lodge DAY 6 – OKAVANGO DELTA Chobe National Park: Chobe Elephant Camp Explore the Okavango by mekoro, a traditional dug-out canoe; by boat; Okavango Delta: Mapula Lodge or on bush walks on nearby islands. Fishing excursions may also be available. (B, L, D) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: DAY 7 – OKAVANGO DELTA/DEPART MAUN Accommodation in first class lodges and tented camps Enjoy one last morning activity in the Okavango Delta before hopping 4 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D) as specified aboard your scheduled light aircraft transfer to Maun. Connect with Arrival and departure airport transfers | Sightseeing as per itinerary your departure flight. (B) Game viewing in specially outfitted safari vehicles Entrance fees | Local English-speaking guides OKAVANGO EXTENSION Internal air - Kasane/Okavango/Maun 2 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D) as specified 24 | Images of Africa

SHORT STAYS AND CITY TOURS EGYPT KENYA CAIRO – 4 DAYS MOMBASA – 4 DAYS HHHH HHHHH With a population of over nine million spread across 1,191 square Mombasa is more than just the second-largest Kenyan city. It’s the miles, Cairo is by far the largest city in Egypt Within it is much to see, regional, cultural, and economic hub at of this country’s Indian Ocean which is why this tour is one of the best ways to get your bearings coast, with an extra-large port and an international airport both ready right away. Included is city sightseeing, visits to the Pyramids of Giza, to welcome visitors from around the world. Its proximity to some of the and the Sphinx, plus a free day to dive in deeper. best beaches in Africa make this destination a sun-and-sand getaway that goes beyond the unexpected. DAY 1 – ARRIVE CAIRO Arrive in Cairo, Egypt, where you are met and transferred to your hotel. DAY 1 – ARRIVE MOMBASA Arrive in Mombasa, Kenya, where you are met and escorted to your DAY 2 – CAIRO: PYRAMIDS, MEMPHIS & SAQQARA selected hotel, for which a variety of options are available. (D) A full, busy day of sightseeing begins in the morning. Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, including the Pyramid of Khufu and the Sphinx. Enjoy a DAYS 2 & 3 – MOMBASA stop at the Solar Boat Museum before driving on to Memphis, once a vast Spend the day at leisure or choose to partake in one of several optional metropolis that was the capital of the Old Kingdom. Continue to Saqqara, excursions. (B, D) the oldest stone complex in the world, to see the towering Step Pyramid of Djoser—the earliest of all pyramids. (B, L) DAY 4 – DEPART MOMBASA Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) DAY 3 – CAIRO Spend the day at leisure. Optional excursions available, such as a visit to the famous Egyptian Museum. Also recommended? A city tour or dinner NAIROBI – 4 DAYS cruise on the Nile River. (B) HHHH DAY 4 – DEPART CAIRO Over three million people call the capital of Kenya home, but millions Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) more than that know of Nairobi as a formidable, modern African city. At almost 6,000-foot elevation, the city has a comfortable subtropical climate that makes it ideal for daytime adventures. On this tour, your visit includes a visit to The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Elephant Orphanage, famous for its work with orphaned elephants, as well as Giraffe Centre where you come face to face with the Rothschild giraffe. DAY 1 – ARRIVE NAIROBI Arrive in Nairobi, where you are met and transferred to your hotel. DAY 2 – NAIROBI - ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE, KAREN BLIXEN MUSEUM & GIRAFFE CENTRE A full day of sightseeing begins after breakfast on your own, in the outskirts of the city to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Elephant Orphanage. See the orphaned animals and meet the people who handle and care for them during this one-hour visit, and don’t miss your opportunity to ask them anything. From here, proceed to the Historic Swedo House at the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden, the original hunting lodge/farmhouse of the property, built between 1906 –1908. Break here for lunch before exploring the museum on site, where you’ll learn about this Danish author and her Swedish husband, Baron Bror, and how this house gained international fame with Oscar-winning film “Out of Africa.” Later, visit the Giraffe Centre, where the endangered Rothschild giraffe lives. With an elevated viewing/ feeding platform, this tour is also wonderful for children of all ages. (B, L) DAY 3 – NAIROBI Spend the day at leisure. Optional excursions are available, such as a half day game drive in the Nairobi National Park or a shopping trip to Utamaduni and the Kazuri Bead Factory. (B) DAY 4 – DEPART NAIROBI Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) Egypt Short Stays and City Tours | 25

SHORT STAYS AND CITY TOURS KENYA NAMIBIA SIMBA SAFARI – 4 DAYS ETOSHA SAFARI – 4 DAYS HHHH HHHH The perfect introduction to what is considered Africa’s greatest wildlife Etosha, “The Great White Place,” is one of Southern Africa’s finest game reserve, this tour allows guests to plunge into an ecosystem that hosts over reserves. Why? It’s home to an incredible 114 mammal species, 340 bird 95 species of mammals and 570 recorded species of birds. This area is species, 110 reptile species, and 16 amphibian species, providing a range famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration, and encounters with fascinating of biodiversity hard to find elsewhere in the world. To add to its intrigue, the prides of lion make it even more of an iconic African experience. The reserve was created around a mineral pan believed to be over one billion welcoming native people add further warmth to the savannah. years old, making even the inanimate a miraculous sight. DAY 1 – NAIROBI/MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE DAY 1 – WINDHOEK/ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK Rise early in the morning to depart Nairobi and travel toward Kenya’s fertile Travel north to Namibia’s prime wildlife sanctuary, the Etosha National Park. highlands. Head through the Rift Escarpment, before you reach the Masai Spend the afternoon reveling in your new surroundings, whether it’s simply Mara National Reserve. Following lunch, take part in an afternoon game taking in the savannah environment, relaxing on the private veranda of your drive, returning when the sun sets in all its glory. (L, D) chalet, or cooling off in the sparkling pool. DAY 2 – MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE VILLAGE VISIT DAYS 2 & 3 – ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK On this exciting day, you may hope to encounter prides of lions, Spend two days taking morning and afternoon game drives devoted gatherings of hippos, and vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope purely to the abundant wildlife found in the Etosha National Park, which on morning and afternoon game drives. A visit to a local Masai Village surrounds a parched salt desert known as the Etosha Pan. Bring your caps off the afternoon. (B, L, D) camera because this park is home to four of the Big Five: elephant, lion, leopard, and rhino. Waterholes you’ll pass support a rich diversity of birds DAY 3 – MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE/ and mammals, including rare species such as black-faced Impala, roan, LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK cheetah, and Namibia’s smallest antelope, the Damara Dik-Dik. (B) Leaving the Masai Mara, journey across the “Breadbasket of Kenya,” where acres of wheat and barley dominate the landscape, before arriving DAY 4 – ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK/DEPART WINDHOEK at Lake Nakuru. The waters here are often shimmering with pink, thanks Spend the morning at leisure since this afternoon, you’ll travel back to to the thousands of graceful flamingos lining its shores. After noon, go on Windhoek. Transfer to your hotel if you’re extending your stay, or to the a game-drive in Lake Nakuru National Park before returning to your lodge airport for your departure flight. (B) for the night. (B, L, D) DAY 4 – LAKE NAKURU/LAKE NAIVASHA/DEPART NAIROBI RWANDA After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha. Enjoy a tranquil boat ride before heading south to arrive into Nairobi by midday. (B) RWANDA GORILLA TREK – 3 DAYS HHHH Mountain Gorillas are a world treasure, and this sojourn to their home is a rare experience to further foster your wonder of these creatures. This tour takes you to Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll explore a variety of fascinating simian life, with a visit with a family of these Great Apes as a crowning highlight. Adding even more magic is the scenery in the shadow of the volcanoes—one of the most awe-inspiring in Africa. DAY 1 – ARRIVE KIGALI & VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK Arrive to Kigali, Rwanda. Jump right in with a visit to the town and the Genocide Memorial (time permitting). Enjoy the spectacular views of the majestic volcanoes en route to Kinigi. (D) DAY 2 – VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK GORILLA TREKKING As the first light of dawn breaks through the curtain of mist, enter the Volcanoes National Park to track the gorillas. Return to your lodge for lunch and spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure. (B, L, D) DAY 3 – VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK & DEPART KIGALI Return to Kigali for your departure flight. (B) Rwanda 26 | Short Stays and City Tours

SHORT STAYS AND CITY TOURS SOUTH AFRICA Zanzibar JOHANNESBURG – 3 DAYS HHHH It was the discovery of gold that led to the establishment of South Africa’s largest city in 1886, but since then, there’s a lot more to it than that. Three informative days can bring you up to speed to its present, especially when it includes an in-depth visit to Soweto, the township associated with the struggle against Apartheid and the 1976 uprising. DAY 1 – ARRIVE JOHANNESBURG Arrive Johannesburg, where you are met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. TANZANIA DAY 2 – JOHANNESBURG – SOWETO Take your time this morning before departing for your afternoon tour of ZANZIBAR – 4 DAYS Soweto—actually an acronym for South Western Township. It’s home to HHHH over 2 million people, who, despite living in crowded and chaotic conditions, have a tangible sense of community the ordered, walled, and elitist northern Set in the semi-autonomous region of Tanzania, these islands have suburbs are purported to ironically lack. There, visit the Kliptown Open Air played a tangible role in the colonial spice trade and spices are still Museum, where delegates met in 1955 to adopt the Freedom Charter—the an important part of the country’s economy. Today’s visitors to this cornerstone of the Bill of Rights and the South African Constitution. Your archipelago about 15 miles off the coast of the mainland enjoy the journey continues to Regina Mundi Church, site of many secret underground unique culture, history, and beautiful beaches along the crystal clear meetings of the then banned political parties. The next stop is the Hector Indian Ocean. Pieterson Museum, an examination of the tragic riots that led to his death, then an optional stop at the Mandela House. Then, drive past the largest stadium in Africa, Soccer City, host of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. (B) DAY 1 – ARRIVE ZANZIBAR Land Zanzibar, Tanzania, where you are met and escorted to your selected DAY 3 – DEPART JOHANNESBURG hotel, of which there are many choices for this particular itinerary. (D) Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) DAYS 2 & 3 – ZANZIBAR Spend the days at leisure. There are a variety of ways to spend your day CAPE TOWN – 4 DAYS with the optional excursions available. (B, D) HHHH & UP DAY 4 – DEPART ZANZIBAR First developed by the Dutch East India Company as a supply station Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) for Dutch ships sailing to East Africa, India, and the Far East, this city holds claim to the title of oldest urban area in South Africa. Set on the shores of Table Bay, its Mediterranean climate and key location ZIMBABWE surrounded by mountains and sea make a stay here something right out of a dream. VICTORIA FALLS – 3 DAYS HHHH DAY 1 – ARRIVE CAPE TOWN Victoria Falls is a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and Arrive in Cape Town, where you are met and transferred to your hotel. grandeur located on the Zambezi River. There are many optional activities offered such as a scenic flight over the falls, visit to a local DAY 2 – CAPE PENINSULA village, canoeing and fishing on the Zambezi River. Game drives are Spend your first full day immersed in sightseeing. Cruise along Millionaire’s also on offer in the nearby Zambezi National Park or to Botswana’s Paradise from Clifton to Camps Bay to Llandudno, where you’ll have the Chobe National Park. For the adrenaline seekers, there’s a zip line, option of climbing aboard an up-close-and-personal Seal Island cruise at gorge swing, abseiling, white water rafting and bungee jumping. additional cost. Wind along Chapman’s Peak Drive and visit the Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park before waving back along the coast where Simon’s Town and the penguin colony at Boulder’s DAY 1 – ARRIVE VICTORIA FALLS – SUNDOWNER CRUISE Beach lie en route. End at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens if visiting during Arrive in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe where you are met and escorted to your the African summer, September through April; during their winter months of hotel. This afternoon, enjoy a sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River. May to August, stop at Groot Constantia for a wine tasting and cellar tour. (B) DAY 2 – VICTORIA FALLS DAY 3 – CAPE TOWN Tour the waterfalls and be awed by its vast curtain of water—one that’s Spend the day at leisure or on an optional excursions are available. Highly nearly a mile wide and an astounding 355 feet high. The afternoon is open recommended is a visit to the nearby Cape Winelands. (B) for optional activities. (B) DAY 4 – DEPART CAPE TOWN DAY 3 – DEPART VICTORIA FALLS Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) Short Stays and City Tours | 27

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Welcome to the EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN & PERSIAN GULF Heritage travel is never more moving than in the world’s most ancient places. The opportunity to walk the same roads, travel the same deserts, and see the same seas as historical figures whose legacies have shaped modern humanity … these experiences are gifts from the past, handed down to us with the grace of ghosts. For these reasons, the lands of the Eastern Mediterranean and the Persian Gulf have resonated with those who have visited since the dawn of Western civilization, desired by all through the course of history and well into our era. Today, man-made marvels like the carved stone edifices in the city of Petra don’t awe alone. Jerusalem’s landmarks scattered throughout the Old City have new company when it comes to touristic draw. Now, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, and Dubai impress with their tall glass buildings and staggering wealth while Tel Aviv rises white and regal toward the sky. Adventure in the desert awaits just outside of those cities, as well as Amman, Jordan. Stunning coastlines are a bit more patient for your attention, from Israel’s Dead Sea to the Persian Gulf in the United Arab Emirates. But the most important continuous theme across these destina- tions is the lasting impression they each will leave. 1 ISRAEL: Regarded by those of the Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths as the holiest of lands, Israel’s historical importance cannot be overstated. Mediterranean Sea Biblical sites house ancient relics and accept obeisance from the innumerous pilgrims on spiritual journeys. Yet on the lighter side, resort towns like Amman Jerusalem those along the Dead Sea provide a refreshing foil to the heaviness of Israel’s cultural significance. ISRAEL 1 JORDAN 2 JORDAN: Jordan is best known for its legendary 2 rock-cut city of Petra, but it finds many ways to astound visitors even beyond that valley’s borders. The capital, Amman offers ancient ruins of its own, as does the Dead Sea area. And just 0 miles 100 beyond, sand dunes inviting daring riders beckon 0 km 100 enticingly to those who want to leave their own impressions in the wilderness. 3 QATAR: Unimaginable wealth. Inconceivable luxury. In this peninsular country comprised of Red Sea desert and shore, makers of the highest per capita incomes in the world have designed a country of Persian Gulf QATAR the highest class. Here, an epically futuristic skyline 3 Doha 4 Gulf of Oman and homages to creativity like the Museum of Abu Dhabi Islamic Art awaken an appreciation for grace; thrills like a desert safari do the same for grit. UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 4 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Seven emirates make up this nation splaying into the stunning 0 miles 300 OMAN Persian Gulf. Within them, Arabian, Persian, Indian, 0 km 300 and East African influences merge to create a culture proudly and distinctly Emirati. But that’s not to say the 21st century hasn’t made its mark. Sophisticated Abu Dhabi and Dubai are among the most modern not just in the UAE, but worldwide. Arabian Sea Welcome to the Eastern Mediterranean & Persian Gulf | 29

Mediterranean Sea Sea of Galilee JERUSALEM EXPRESS WEST Tel Aviv BANK 4 DAYS: Jerusalem, Massada, Dead Sea Jerusalem (3N) HHHH & UP GAZA Dead Sea Masada The religious center of the world’s three greatest monotheistic religions—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—Jerusalem is one of the oldest cities in the world. Ancient quarters wedge in among ISRAEL soaring high-rise towers and every corner and winding walkway JORDAN leads to centuries of history. EGYPT 0 miles 100 Air Road 0 km 100 DAY 1 – ARRIVE TEL AVIV/JERUSALEM GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive in Tel Aviv, Israel, where you are met and transferred to your hotel in Jerusalem. Get a head start on uncovering the secrets of this Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* fascinating age-old city at your leisure. First Class Accommodations Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2019 $1,525 DAY 2 – JERUSALEM Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Enter the Deluxe Accommodations Old City and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2019 $2,140 recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish Wailing Wall, the Kotel, and continue to the Christian Quarter. Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be Proceed to the New City and view the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost and visit Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust. Note: on available upon request. Supplements may apply over Jewish and Saturdays and Jewish holidays, instead of Yad Vashem, the tour will Christian holidays and New Year’s. take you to visit the tomb of King David, the room of the Last Supper, and the Dormition Abbey. (B) DAY 3 – MASSADA & THE DEAD SEA Dead Sea In the morning travel to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on the planet. Drive alongside it to Massada, where you will learn about the heroic story of the Jewish fighters. Ascend by cable car and tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod, where the Zealots of the first century made their last stand against the Romans. Visit the remains of the walls, palaces, synagogue, water cisterns, mosaic floors, Roman baths, and other findings. Descend by cable car. After noon, enjoy the unique opportunity to swim and float in the Dead Sea and test for yourself its purported therapeutic effects. (B) DAY 4 – JERUSALEM/DEPART TEL AVIV Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) HOTELS First Class: Dan Panorama Deluxe: King David Hotel *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodations in your choice of first class or deluxe hotels 3 breakfasts (B) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers Sightseeing as per itinerary Entrance fees | Local English-speaking guides 30 | Jerusalem Express

Jaipur Tabgha Sea of Galilee Mediterranean Sea Tiberias ISRAEL EXPLORER Nazareth WEST 7 DAYS: Tel Aviv, Galilee, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv (3N) BANK Bethlehem, Masada, Dead Sea Jerusalem (3N) Bethlehem HHHH GAZA Dead Sea Masada A technological and economic powerhouse. A part of the Middle East. A Mediterranean climate and landscapes. All in a country only ISRAEL a bit larger than New Jersey. This week-long tour touches many of JORDAN the cultural and historic highlights this vibrant, multi-cultural, and EGYPT culturally significant destination has to offer. 0 miles 100 Air 0 km 100 Road DAY 1 – ARRIVE TEL AVIV GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Land in Tel Aviv, Israel, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Departure Dates (Thursdays) Rates* First Class Accommodations DAY 2 – TEL AVIV Jan – Feb, 2019 $1,875 Embark on a guided tour around the main streets of Tel Aviv. Visit the Diaspora Museum, then stop at the 8,000-year-old port city, Old Jaffa. Apr – Jun (excluding Apr 11 & 18), 2019 $2,225 Next, visit the first neighborhood of Tel Aviv, Neve Tzedek, and stroll Jul – Sep (excluding Sep 19 & 26), 2019 $2,150 down the artistic pedestrian street, Nahalat Benyamin. Enjoy Sheinkin, Oct – Nov 14 (excluding Oct 3, 10 & 17), 2019 $2,225 the lively and colorful street known for its unique shops, café life, and Nov 15 – Dec 12, 2019 $1,875 youthful ambiance. (B) Dec 13 – 31, 2019 $2,450 DAY 3 – GALILEE, NAZARETH, TIBERIAS & TABGHA Take the coastal road out of Tel Aviv today to tour the life of Jesus Christ. Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and Travel through the landscape of lower Galilee to Nazareth, his childhood based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Tour does not operate home. Visit the Church of Annunciation and the Church of St. Joseph. on Apr 11, Apr 18, Sep 19, Sep 26, Oct 3, Oct 10 & Oct 17, 2019 Continue to Tiberias, a lovely resort town, and then visit Capernaum, to view the ruins of the ancient synagogue where Jesus taught. Continue to the site of the miracle of fish and loaves, Tabgha, then on to the famous Jerusalem baptismal site called Yardenit. (B) DAY 4 – JERUSALEM & BETHLEHEM SIGHTSEEING From Tel Aviv, depart for Jerusalem in the morning. Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city, then stop at Mount Zion to view King David’s tomb and the room of the Last Supper. Walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish Wailing Wall, the Kotel, and proceed to the Christian Quarter. Continue to Bethlehem for an overview of Shepherds’ Field before visiting the Church of Nativity and Mangers Square. Stay overnight in Jerusalem. (B) DAY 5 – MASADA & DEAD SEA Today brings you to the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. Drive along it to Masada and ascend by cable car to tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod. Descend the same way and let it all go as you swim and float in this famously salty body of water. (B) HOTELS DAY 6 – JERUSALEM Tel Aviv: Dan Panorama Tel Aviv Enjoy a day at leisure in Jerusalem. (B) Jerusalem: Dan Panorama Jerusalem DAY 7 – JERUSALEM/DEPART TEL AVIV *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodations in first class hotels 6 breakfasts (B) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers | Entrance fees Sightseeing as per itinerary | Local English-speaking guide Israel Explorer | 31

SPIRITUAL FOOTSTEPS Umm Qais Anjara Pella OF JORDAN Mediterranean Sea Bethany Jerash Amman (3N) Madaba Dead 9 DAYS: Amman, Bethany, Jerash, Anjara, Um Qais, Sea (2N) Um Al Rasas Pella, Um Al Rasas, Wadi Mujib, Kerak, Petra, Dana Biosphere Reserve, Lot’s Cave, Zikra, Dead Sea, Kerak Madaba, Mt. Nebo ISRAEL HHHH Dana Biosphere Reserve (1N) Follow in the footsteps of Moses and even Jesus Christ Himself Petra (2N) in this action-packed pilgrimage to stirring sites across Jordan. JORDAN This ancient country’s role in Christianity is a critical one, and the historical and spiritual significance it played is on full display with this comprehensive itinerary. Wadi Rum 0 miles 50 Air Desert Road 0 km 50 DAY 1 – ARRIVE AMMAN Upon arrival at the Amman airport, you will be transferred to your hotel, Bethany where you may choose to settle in or begin exploring on your own. DAY 2 – AMMAN – BETHANY/KING ABDULLAH MOSQUE This morning’s journey starts with a visit to Bethany, or Beit ‘Abara at the River Jordan. It was here that John the Baptist lived, preached, and baptized many, including Jesus Christ (Matthew 3: 13-17). The baptism site, known in Arabic as al-Maghtas, is located at the head of a lush valley just east of the Jordan River. Following this, return to Amman to visit the King Abdulla Mosque, built between 1982 and 1989. It is capped by a magnificent blue mosaic dome, beneath which 3,000 Muslims may offer prayer. (B, L) DAY 3 – AMMAN – JERASH/ANJARA/UM QAIS/PELLA This morning, travel north to visit the best preserved example of Roman civilization, the city of Jerash, which has been called the Pompeii of the East for reasons made obvious upon arrival. Walk among its theaters, churches, temples, and colonnaded streets before proceeding to Anjara, the biblical city featuring the shrine of the Lady of the Mountain at the Roman Catholic Church. Join other pilgrims in the large hall designed to receive those who come to honor the wooden statue of the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus. Next, on to Gadara for a magnificent view over the northern Jordan Valley, the Sea of Galilee, the Yarmouk River Gorge, and the Golan Heights. Within the Jordan Valley, your next stop is Pella, where most of the visible structures date from the Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic periods (2nd to 14th centuries A.D.). See there the evidence of human occupation during the earlier Hellenistic, Persian, Iron, and Bronze periods, extending even as far back as the Paleolithic. (B) DAY 4 – AMMAN/UM AL RASAS/WADI MUJIB/KERAK/PETRA In the morning, head to Um Al Rasas, which contains ruins from the Roman, Byzantine, and early Muslim periods. The site is classified as UNESCO World Heritage, its most important discovery the mosaic floor of the Church of St. Stephen, which dates back to 785 A.D. It is the largest such floor in Jordan, and the most perfectly preserved. After, continue to Kerak, a 12th century hilltop fortress, which features galleries, towers, chapels, and ramparts that recall the age of Crusaders. End the day in Petra. (B) DAY 5 – PETRA Once the ancient Nabatean capital, this city gently reveals itself as you walk deeper among its hand-carved facades. Starting at the visitor’s center, each person is assigned a horse guided by a local Bedouin, who will lead you to the once hidden entrance to the lost city. After passing the tombs that are outside the city, move through an otherworldly crack in the sandstone—a winding, one-kilometer-long fissure between overhanging cliffs that seem to meet more than 300 feet overhead. Near the end of the passage appears Petra’s most impressive monument, el Khazneh – the Treasury. This is one 32 | Spiritual Footsteps of Jordan

Petra of the most elegant remains of antiquity, carved out of the solid rock from GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES the side of the mountain, standing nearly 140 feet high and 90 feet wide. Beyond el Khazneh, you’ll be surrounded on both sides by hundreds of Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* Petra’s carved and built structures, soaring temples, elaborate royal tombs, Standard and First Class Accommodations a carved Roman theater, large and small houses, burial chambers, and Jan 1 – Jan 5, 2019 $3,095 more than you can even imagine. (B) Jan 6 – Feb 28, 2019 $2,795 DAY 6 – PETRA/DANA BIOSPHERE RESERVE Mar 1 – Mar 28, 2019 $2,995 Begin your day bound for Wadi Feynan, an eco-lodge that was constructed Mar 29 – May 15, 2019 $3,095 in 2005 at the western edge of the Dana Biosphere Reserve by renowned May 16 – Aug 31, 2019 $2,795 architect Ammar Khammash. Feynan Ecolodge in the rugged Araba Valley Sep 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $2,995 is owned by the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature and is the first of its kind in Jordan. Before the lodge was built, the land was utilized as a Nov 1 – Nov 30, 2019 $3,095 campsite by archaeologists conducting studies and digs in the area. Now Dec 1 – Dec 23, 2019 $2,995 that the RSCN has developed the campsite into an eco lodge, it provides Dec 24 – Dec 31, 2019 $3,095 economic opportunities for local communities, ways to meet its native people, and explore history, as it generates revenue for the conservation of Jordan’s wild places while making minimal impact on the environment Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis through initiatives like relying solely on candle light and solar power. (B, D) and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be completed within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost DAY 7 – DANA BIOSPHERE RESERVE/LOT’S CAVE/ZIKRA/DEAD SEA available upon request. Supplements may apply for special events Start your day at the Museum at the Lowest Place on Earth, designed and and holidays. managed by Greek archaeologist Konstantinos Politis, discoverer of Lot’s Cave. Lot, the nephew of Abraham, features repeatedly in the colorful annals of the Dead Sea’s southern shores. Lot’s Cave, just past the Lisan Peninsula, is where he and his daughters reportedly lived after fleeing the destruction of HOTELS Sodom and Gomorrah. It was his wife that famously turned into a pillar of salt Amman: Hisham Hotel after looking back at the smoldering city. The cave, a ten-minute climb up a Petra: Petra Guest House Hotel steep flight of steps, is surrounded by the ruins of a small Byzantine church Dana Biosphere Reserve: Feynan Eco-Lodge (5th to 8th centuries), a reservoir, and some mosaics, which were excavated Dead Sea: Kempinski Ishtar Hotel by the British Museum. Remains from the cave date to the early Bronze Age (3300 – 2000 BC); an inscription in the cave mentions Lot by name. After this *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON visit, head to Zikra for an opportunity to volunteer in a rural community and DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: immersion into the Dead Sea community. (B, L) Accommodations in standard and first class hotels 8 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 1 dinner (D) as specified DAY 8 – DEAD SEA – MADABA & MT. NEBO Arrival and departure airport transfers Today, visit the Christian town of Madaba, known as the City of Mosaics. Sightseeing as per itinerary | Entrance fees Here, set your sights on the oldest map of the Holy Land on the floor of Saint Transportation in private car or van with English-speaking George’s Church. Madaba, or Medeba in antiquity, features many famous driver/guide throughout mosaics that exist in public and private buildings. A short drive will bring you to Mt. Nebo, the alleged burial site of Moses, which overlooks the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. Here Franciscans built a structure that protects a 4th and 6th century Byzantine church. (B) DAY 9 – DEAD SEA/DEPART AMMAN Transfer to Amman Airport for your departure flight. (B) Spiritual Footsteps of Jordan | 33

JEWELS OF JORDAN Mediterranean Sea Aljoun Jerash Amman (3N) Sea 6 DAYS: Amman, Jerash, Ajloun, Madaba, Dead Madaba Mt. Nebo, Kerak, Petra, Wadi Rum HHHHH Kerak ISRAEL The magnificent Nabataean city of Petra, the spectacular Greco- Roman ruins of Jerash, Lawrence of Arabia’s famous Wadi Rum, and many other historical and impressive sites make Jordan a land Petra (2N) JORDAN of mesmerizing natural beauty, cultural complexity, and dramatic “east meets west” contrasts from the minute you begin touring in its capital, Amman. 0 miles 50 Wadi Rum Air Desert 0 km 50 Road DAY 1 – ARRIVE AMMAN GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive in Amman, Jordan, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. (D) Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* DAY 2 – AMMAN – JERASH & ALJOUN Deluxe Accommodations This morning, travel north of Amman to the Roman city of Jerash. Be Jan 1 – Jan 4, 2019 $2,350 greeted as Emperor Hadrian was in A.D. 129—by the imposing triple- arched gateway built to honor his arrival. Visit the Temples of Zeus, the Jan 5 – Mar 10, 2019 $2,125 mile-long Street of Columns, Cardo Maximus, the colonnaded streets, Mar 11 – Mar 20, 2019 $2,275 theaters, baths, and over 17 churches. Travel further north to the village Mar 21 – May 5, 2019 $2,350 of Ajloun to visit the ancient Qalat Al-Rabad, a Saracen castle considered May 6 – May 20, 2019 $2,275 one of the best-preserved examples of medieval/Islamic military May 21 – Sep 15, 2019 $2,125 architecture in the entire Middle East. Return to Amman and enjoy a city tour, including a visit to the old and new parts of the city, as Sep 16 – Sep 30, 2019 $2,275 well as the Citadel and the Roman Amphitheater. (B, L, D) Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $2,350 Nov 1 – Nov 10, 2019 $2,550 DAY 3 – AMMAN/MADABA/MT. NEBO/KERAK/PETRA Nov 11 – Nov 20, 2019 $2,450 Travel to Petra in steps lined with history. At your first stop, Madaba, view Nov 21 – Dec 23, 2019 $2,375 some of the world’s finest Byzantine mosaics and the oldest known map of the Holy Land. In Mt. Nebo, thought to be the burial site of Moses, Dec 24 – Dec 31, 2019 $2,550 catch more than a glimpse of the Dead Sea. Then in Kerak, visit the massive Crusader Castle, built on a plateau 3,400 feet above sea level Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and on biblical land whose significance predates the Crusaders—this famous based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be completed building lies in the biblical land of Moab and was a stronghold for its within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost available upon residents long before the fortress was constructed. (B, L, D) request. Supplements may apply for special events and holidays. DAY 4 – PETRA Take a full day to explore the legendary rose-red city of Petra, the legacy of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern HOTELS Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. Its claim to fame? Over 800 stunning Amman: InterContinental Jordan monuments carved out of solid rock. Linger around the spectacular Petra: Movenpick Resort Petra Treasury, the 8,000-seat amphitheater, the Temple of the Winged Lions, and other astounding sights. (B, L, D) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: DAY 5 – PETRA/WADI RUM/AMMAN Accommodations in deluxe hotels Travel to Wadi Rum to explore the desert moonscape of Lawrence of Arabia legend in an open four-wheel drive vehicle with a Bedouin guide. 5 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D) as specified Sand and wind-sculpted stone make it even more ethereal. Later, return Arrival and departure airport transfers to Amman and enjoy a farewell dinner. (B, D) Transportation in private vehicle | Sightseeing as per itinerary Entrance fees | Local English-speaking guides DAY 6 – DEPART AMMAN Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) 34 | Jewels of Jordan

Persian Gulf Jaipur BAHRAIN QATAR ADVENTURE Q ATA R Gulf of Hawar Bahrain 5 DAYS: Doha, Qatari Desert Doha (3N) HHHH & UP Ruled by the House of Thani, the hereditary monarchy, this country on a peninsula in the Persian Gulf sharing a short border Dawhar Salwa with Saudi Arabia is otherwise a modern oasis of luxury thanks Bay to its high-income economy. This tour renders a comprehensive overview of modern Qatar, offering the discerning traveler a wide SAUDI ARABIA range of services from city experiences to desert adventures and Southern Qatari Desert (1N) beach relaxation. 0 miles 400 Air 0 km 400 Road DAY 1 – ARRIVE DOHA GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrival at Doha Airport, then transfer to your hotel of stay, overnight in Doha. Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* First Class Accommodations DAY 2 – DOHA CITY SIGHTSEEING Jan 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $1,050 Spend a full day discovering how this rapidly changing city is successfully blending the old and the new. In the morning, visit Katara Nov 1, 2019 – Mar 31, 2020 $1,150 Cultural Village, then travel on to the Equestrian Club to view the Deluxe Accommodations legendary and beautiful Arab horses. Have lunch at a local restaurant Jan 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $1,230 and then move to a shopping mall for a short guided tour before Nov 1, 2019 – Mar 31, 2020 $1,330 taking some free time for exploration and shopping. Then head for a visit to the fascinating Museum of Islamic Art, followed by a visit to the atmospheric Souq Waqif. (B, L) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be completed DAY 3 – DESERT ADVENTURE within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost available upon This morning is at your leisure in Doha, after which a four-wheel drive request. Supplements may apply for special events and holidays. adventure takes you across the southern Qatari desert, where over half of this distance is taken off-road. Highly experienced drivers lead the way on an exciting and unforgettable roller-coaster ride over the magnificent sand dunes, Qatari Desert some as tall as 150 feet. Settle down in the desert camp to relax, Bedouin- style, where carpets, cushions, and famous Arabic hospitality spoil you. Enjoy sun-bathing and a refreshing swim at a private desert beach. Enjoy a delicious traditional barbecue dinner around the campfire, then retire to your traditional Bedouin tent for a restful and unforgettable night in the desert camp. (B, D) DAY 4 – DESERT ADVENTURE/DOHA Morning return to Doha. Spend the day as you like—we recommend adding on an afternoon museum or shopping tour. (B) DAY 5 – DEPART DOHA Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) HOTELS First Class: Radisson Blu Deluxe: Sheraton Grand Doha *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Accommodations in first class or deluxe hotel 1 night Bedouin tented camp 4 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 1 dinner (D) as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers Sightseeing as per itinerary | Entrance fees Local English-speaking guides Qatar Adventure | 35

Strait of Hormuz ABU DHABI Persian Gulf OMAN EXPLORER QATAR Abu Dhabi (5N) Al-Ain 6 DAYS: Abu Dhabi, Desert Safari, Ferrari World, Al Ain HHHH & UP There are few places as modern, wealthy, and fascinating as the capital of the United Arab Emirates. A trip to Abu Dhabi provides UNITED ARAB EMIRATES glimpses of the Gulf culture in its fast-paced present, but this OMAN itinerary goes beyond an overview of the city by getting you out into the desert and to Al Ain at the Omani border. 0 miles 100 Air SAUDI ARABIA Road 0 km 100 DAY 1 – ARRIVE ABU DHABI GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Arrive in the UAE capital to be met and escorted your hotel, from where you may do as you please for the rest of the day. Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* First Class Accommodations DAY 2 – ABU DHABI – CITY SIGHTSEEING & DESERT SAFARI Jan 1 – Mar 31, 2019 $2,525 This morning, enjoy a half-day tour of Abu Dhabi, where lavishness takes both contemporary—modern architecture and alluring megamalls—and Apr 1 – May 14, 2019 $2,425 classical form—the Old Souk and traditional crafts. Start with the Sheikh May 15 – Sep 30, 2019 $2,125 Zayed Grand Mosque, a masterpiece that houses the largest Iranian Oct 1 – Oct 31, 2019 $2,525 carpet and chandelier in the world. Make your way to the Mina Zayed Port Deluxe Accommodations markets, then the Heritage Village, a man-made project that showcases Apr 4 – May 9, 2019 $3,095 Bedouin crafts and lifestyle. The tour ends with a drive past the iconic Emirates Palace. Within the afternoon lies adventure, in the form of a desert May 10 – Sep 30, 2019 $2,595 safari that culminates in a barbeque dinner. Ride the dunes on a 4WD Oct 1 – Oct 20, 2019 $3,095 vehicle, then atop a camel. Then relax on cozy carpets and cushions to Oct 21 – Oct 31, 2019 $3,695 admire the henna designs offered for your hands and feet, savoring Arabian Luxury Accommodations coffee to accompany a meal of continental and Oriental dishes. (B, D) Mar 1 – Apr 15, 2019 $3,695 DAY 3 – ABU DHABI – FERRARI WORLD Apr 16 – May 12, 2019 $3,195 Full all-day access lets you take your time in the world’s first Ferrari theme May 13 – Sep 30, 2019 $2,695 park and the largest attraction of its kind. Within are more than 20 Ferrari- Oct 1 – Oct 10, 2019 $3,195 inspired rides and attractions for all ages and interests. Between rides, Oct 11 – Oct 31, 2019 $3,695 browse the several retail outlets located throughout the park, including the largest Ferrari Store in the world and a boutique that specializes in creating personalized branded souvenirs. (B) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Travel must be completed DAY 4 – ABU DHABI – AL AIN within these seasonal date ranges; split season cost available upon Spend a full day in Al Ain, the Garden City and a chief agricultural and request. Supplements may apply for special events and holidays. Room academic center for the region. Your tour includes the museum, which upgrades available. Private touring upgrades available. houses ancient Arabic manuscripts and royal treasures; the local camel market; the Sheikh Sultan Fort; Al Falaj water channels and the Date Palm Oasis; and the Al Mubazara Park in Jebel Hafeet for a glimpse into local culture. After, enjoy the destination at leisure. (B) HOTELS First Class: The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa DAY 5 – ABU DHABI – YELLOW BOAT & HIGH TEA Deluxe: Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi This morning, experience Abu Dhabi from a whole new angle: from Luxury: St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort the water, where a 60-minute guided tour introduces you to sights not viewable from land. Early in the afternoon, savor stunning views across *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON the city and the Arabian Gulf at the Observation Deck, as well as the DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: highest high tea in Abu Dhabi at Etihad Tower. Located on the 74th Accommodations in your choice of first class, deluxe, or luxury hotel floor, there’s nowhere more ideal to admire a panorama of Abu Dhabi’s splendid skyline. (B) 5 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D), 1 high tea as specified Arrival and departure airport transfers DAY 6 – DEPART ABU DHABI Sightseeing as per itinerary | Entrance fees Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) Local English-speaking guides 36 | Abu Dhabi Explorer

Dubai SHORT STAYS AND CITY TOURS JORDAN UNITED ARAB EMIRATES PETRA EXPRESS – 4 DAYS DUBAI – 4 DAYS HHHHH HHHH A city as old as time, Petra is considered one of the greatest wonders From the western Hajar mountains and awe-inspiring sand dunes ever created by Man. A vast, unique city, carved into sheer rock, Petra to white-sand beaches and verdant parks; from dusty villages to has a recorded history more than 2000 years old. There are hundreds luxurious high-rises; and from ancient souks to ultra-modern shopping of elaborate rock-cut tombs with intricate carvings, a massive malls, Dubai is both an international commerce capital and an inviting Nabataean-built Roman-style theater and two world-class museums. vacation destination. See how they converge with this tour. DAY 1 – ARRIVE AMMAN DAY 1 – ARRIVE DUBAI & DINNER CRUISE Arrive in Amman, Jordan, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. (D) Arrive in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where you are met and escorted to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a relaxing cruise aboard an Arabian dhow DAY 2 – AMMAN / MADABA / MT. NEBO / KERAK / PETRA and enjoy a sumptuous feast of Arabic and Western cuisine. (D) Travel to Petra via Madaba, Mt. Nebo and Kerak. Some of the world’s finest Byzantine mosaics are found in Madaba, as is the oldest known map of DAY 2 – DUBAI CITY SIGHTSEEING the Holy Land. Mt. Nebo, thought to be the burial site of Moses, boasts Spend the morning at leisure. This afternoon, see the historic sights—and a splendid view of the Dead Sea. Visit Kerak’s massive Crusader Castle, sites—of Dubai even as you sample the vibrant cosmopolitan life on a built on a plateau 3,400 feet above sea level. This famous castle lies in comprehensive city tour. Cross the creek to the spice souk aboard the the biblical land of Moab and was a Moabite stronghold long before the Abra water taxi to complete your taste of Dubai. (B) Crusaders built the castle for which it is famous today. (B, L, D) DAY 3 – DUBAI DESERT SAFARI DAY 3 – PETRA / AMMAN Your morning is free, because in the afternoon, a desert safari takes you Full day to explore the legendary rose-red city of Petra. Petra is the legacy across the sands via an exciting four-wheel drive dune excursion with photo of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern stops. End at a camel farm and camp site, where you’ll arrive in time to view Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. Most of the 800 monuments in Petra a beautiful sunset in the desert. While there, you’ll have the opportunity to ride are carved out of solid rock. See the spectacular Treasury, the 8,000-seat a camel or sand board at additional cost. However, all will enjoy a delicious amphitheater, the Temple of the Winged Lions and other monuments. barbecue dinner as a belly dancer performs around the campfire. Late in the Later, return to Amman. (B, L, D) evening, return to Dubai. (B, D) DAY 4 – DEPART AMMAN DAY 4 – DEPART DUBAI Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B) Transfer to the airport for your flight. (B) Short Stays and City Tours | 37

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Welcome to SOUTH ASIA Sand that glows under a golden sun, in deserts and palm-lined beaches alike. Architecture as finely detailed as a bride’s hennaed hands. Prayer flags strung against a stark backdrop of fine white snow and sharp blue skies. Narrow, winding roads through swathes of green and terraced fields. Monasteries clinging to the sides of steep rock cliffs, the journey up a pilgrimage in and of itself. All of this and more lie in the foothills, shores, and oases in South Asia. In such a diverse region of the world, every experience seems larger than life in this land that diversity built. Add yourself to the mix. 1 INDIA: Get lost amid bolts of shimmering fabric that fill colorful marketplaces, their richness paralleled only by the history and 0 miles 400 cultural tradition of this foreign and utterly 0 km 400 captivating country. In India, Buddha PAKISTAN CHINA lived and taught; rajahs ruled; architects dreamed in grand excess; yoga was invented; tigers and elephants roam; and life is celebrated unabashedly. Varied in Delhi/ New Delhi NEPAL faith, cuisine, people, and landscape, the 2 Kathmandu 3 only way to do this destination of a lifetime Bharatpur Agra Dhulikhel BHUTAN justice is to visit all of it. Jodhpur Jaipur Ganges R. Ranthambore Jhansi 2 NEPAL: Many associate the largest Orchha Varanasi BANGLA- Himalayan state in Asia with fluttering Udaipur Khajuraho DESH banners in wild mountain air, brave Sherpas, age-old traditions. However, there’s much more to this destination than INDIA 1 that. There are old pagodas and temples to explore, momo dumplings to sample, Hindu shrines to visit, and a tapestry of Bay of Bengal culture, woven together in admirable harmony, to experience. Arabian 3 BHUTAN: Quiet and undisturbed at the Sea top of the world, locked by land, valley, and the eastern Himalayan Mountains, the Kingdom of Bhutan is a pure example of Buddhism at its best. The pioneer of the concept of gross national happiness, it should come as no surprise that it ranks first in South Asia for economic freedom, ease of doing business, and—of course— Cochin general peace. Never colonized, a sanctity for its natural environment is as preserved as its wildlife, living in what’s been identified as a biodiversity hot spot. Now the trick is to see it for yourself before it becomes a tourism hot spot, too. Welcome to South Asia | 39

PAKISTAN CHINA GOLDEN TRIANGLE Delhi/ New Delhi (2N) 6 DAYS: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur NEPAL HHHH & UP Agra (1N) BHUTAN Jaipur Dubbed “golden” because of the vast wealth of cultural and historic (2N) Ganges R. treasures to be found in here, India’s Golden Triangle includes the three most visited cities in the country’s northwest corner: BANGLA- Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. From the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra to the 0 miles 400 DESH fascinating abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri, this entrancing land INDIA 0 km 400 beckons with the mystery and complex cultural drama of India. Air Road Bay of Bengal GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES DAY 1 – DELHI Arabian Sea A traditional Indian greeting welcomes you to the country’s capital as you’re escorted to your hotel. Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* First Class Accommodations DAY 2 – DELHI SIGHTSEEING Jan 6 – Apr 15, 2019 $1,398 Embark on a guided tour of Old and New Delhi. The morning begins with the historic Red Fort, Raj Ghat, and the mile-long Chandni Chowk bazaar Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2019 $1,294 of Old Delhi. The afternoon is dedicated to New Delhi, a whirlwind tour Oct 1 – Dec 20, 2019 $1,484 that includes Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar, Birla Temple, and a drive Deluxe Accommodations along Rajpath. (B) Jan 6 – Apr 15, 2019 $1,976 Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2019 $1,567 DAY 3 – DELHI/AGRA Drive to Agra, stopping in Sikandra to visit the architecturally marvelous Oct 1 – Dec 20, 2019 $2,006 tomb of Emperor Akbar on the way. On arrival, see the Agra Fort before Luxury Accommodations drinking in a gorgeous sunset at the Taj Mahal. (B) Jan 6 – Apr 15, 2019 $3,236 Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2019 $2,155 DAY 4 – AGRA/FATEHPUR SIKRI/JAIPUR Oct 1 – Dec 20, 2019 $3,568 Drive to the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri and continue on to Jaipur. (B) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis DAY 5 – AMBER FORT EXCURSION & JAIPUR and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. Visit the mountain fortress of Amber to learn more about Rajput architecture and the site’s complex of palaces, temples, and ornate apartments. Next is Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and the ancient observatory of Jaipur City. (B) HOTELS Delhi DAY 6 – JAIPUR/DELHI/HOME First Class: Sheraton Saket (Deluxe Room) Transfer to the airport for your departure. (B) Deluxe: Taj Palace (Deluxe Room) Luxury: The Imperial, New Delhi (Heritage) Agra First Class: ITC Mughal (Mughal Chamber) Deluxe: ITC Mughal (Superior MC) Luxury: The Oberoi Amarvilas (Premier) Jaipur First Class: ITC Rajputana (Executive Club) Deluxe: Jai Mahal Palace (Luxury Room) Luxury: The Oberoi Rajvilas (Premier) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: First Class, Deluxe or Luxury accommodations with private facilities Daily breakfast (B) Arrival and departure transfers All sightseeing per the itinerary on private basis Local English-speaking guides for sightseeing Entrance fee to monuments and cultural events Sunset visit to the Taj Mahal Red Fort 40 | Golden Triangle

Jaipur CHINA BHUTAN: MOUNTAIN KINGDOM Punakha Thimpu (3N) BHUTAN Paro (3N) 7 DAYS: Paro, Thimphu, Punakha HHHH & UP Step back in time in the Dragon Kingdom, still languidly fast asleep under a blanket of peace and contentment. Ancient traditions and INDIA sites even older are on the docket for this tour. Air Road BANGLADESH 0 miles 80 0 km 80 DAY 1 – PARO GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Your flight this morning takes you to a majestic mountain retreat area of Bhutan, a hidden treasure of the fantastic Himalayas. An adherence Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* to an older style of life makes a stroll down the main street a pleasant First Class Accommodations experience indeed. (L, D) High Season – Mar/Apr/May & Sep/Oct/Nov $2,695 DAY 2 – PARO Low Season – Jan/Feb, Jun/Jul/Aug & Dec $2,325 Your tour begins with a visit to Ta Dzong, now the national museum, Deluxe Accommodations and fascinating Rimpung Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress High Season – Mar/Apr/May & Sep/Oct/Nov $5,065 already tentatively listed for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage Low Season – Jan/Feb, Jun/Jul/Aug & Dec $4,270 List. From there, you’ll go to Drukgyel Dzong, for a commanding view of Mt. Chomolhari on a clear day. (B, L, D) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis DAY 3 – PARO/THIMPHU and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. More mountain views await you today as you’re driven through spectacular peaks and calm countrysides to Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital. Stop en route to visit a Bhutanese farmhouse traditionally built entirely without nails. Once in Thimphu, your tour includes visits to Simtokha HOTELS Dzong and Tashichho Dzong, the center of government and religion Paro in Bhutan. Stroll to Changgankha Monastery, and visit the handicrafts First Class: Tenzingling Resort emporium in preparation for tomorrow morning’s activity. (B, L, D) Deluxe: Zhiwaling Hotel DAY 4 – THIMPHU Thimphu Attend the lively Sunday Market, where folks come from far outlying First Class: Migmar areas to buy goods. Dressed in colorful traditional garb, these remote Deluxe: Le Meridien mountain dwellers scatter throughout the marketplace, unconsciously creating a photographer’s delight as they barter among themselves and *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON socialize with friends. This afternoon, visit the memorial chorten built in DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. (B, L, D) First Class or Deluxe accommodations on a twin sharing basis 6 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), and 6 dinners (D) as specified DAY 5 – PUNAKHA EXCURSION Lunches served in tourist standard restaurants Your first stop after leaving Thimphu is Dochula Pass. Situated 10,500 feet All transfers and sightseeing per the itinerary above sea level, the pass offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan Range Local English-speaking guides for sightseeing and the valleys below. While in Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong, strategically Entrance fees to monuments built by the first Shabdrung of Bhutan, Ngawang Namgyel, at the confluence Necessary visa fees of the Phochu and Mochu Rivers in 1637. (B, L, D) DAY 6 – THIMPHU/PARO This morning, drive back to Paro. The rest of the day at leisure. (B, L, D) DAY 7 – PARO/HOME This morning, board your flight for your departure. (B) Bhutan: Mountain Kingdom | 41

DESH SILKS & SPICES Arabian INDIA Bay of Bengal BANGLA- Sea 12 DAYS: Bangalore, Chikmagalur, Mysore, Cochin, Kumarakom, Thekkady, Madurai, Chennai HHHHH Chikmagalur (1N) Bangalore Chennai (2N) (1N) Mysore The sights, sounds, and aromas of India await as you wind your way (2N) through lush landscapes and colorful markets. Your tour begins in the 0 miles 400 0 km 400 “Garden City” of Bangalore, from where you’ll embark on a magical Cochin (1N) Madurai (1N) journey that includes the gardens, temples, and waterways resonant Thekkady Air through centuries of Indian mythology. Kumarakom (2N) (1N) Road DAY 1 – BANGALORE Spend your first day in Bangalore, India’s garden city, beginning with Kapaleeswarar Temple an airport meet-and-greet and transfer to your hotel. DAY 2 – BANGALORE/SHRAVANABELAGOLA/CHIKMAGALUR This morning’s tour includes a visit to Lal Bagh Botanical Gardens, the Mysore Arts and Crafts Center, Bull Temple, and excitingly bustling markets. Later, depart for Chikmagalur, visiting Shravanabelagola en route. (B) DAY 3 – CHIKMAGALUR/BELUR/HALEBIDU/MYSORE Visit Belur this morning, whose Chennakesaya Temple’s intricate sculptures provide an outstanding example of medieval Indian art. Continue on to Halebidu to see the Hoysaleshwara Temple, covered with a succession of friezes—tableaus of everyday life in ancient times. (B) DAY 4 – MYSORE SIGHTSEEING Explore Mysore, visiting the City Palace, a Hindu Temple, and a monolithic sculpture of the bull Nandi, vehicle of Lord Shiva. Visit the beautiful Brindayan Gardens to admire its amazing topiaries and illuminated cascading fountains. (B) DAY 5 – MYSORE/BANGALORE/COCHIN Visit the island fortress and Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan in Srirangapatnam before continuing on to Bangalore. Fly to Cochin in the state of Kerala for an evening presentation of the colorful Kathakali dance drama. (B) DAY 6 – COCHIN SIGHTSEEING/KUMARAKOM In Cochin, visit the Portuguese church built by St. Francis in 1562, the Jewish Synagogue, the famed Mattancherry Palace, and learn about the Chinese fishing nets. Later, depart for Kumarakom to experience the backwaters and waterways, reflective of the rich culture and active lifestyle of the area. (B) DAY 7 – BACKWATERS CRUISE Cruise along the canals and lagoons that create and maintain the ecological balance in this region. Take advantage of a free afternoon to opt for an Ayurvedic therapeutic massage or independent fishing expedition. (B) DAY 8 – KUMARKOM/THEKKADY Depart for Thekkady, a 300-square-mile wildlife sanctuary centered around an artificial lake fed by the Periyar River. Your afternoon is at leisure. (B) 42 | Silks & Spices

Mysore Palace DAY 9 – THEKKADY/MADURAI GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Observe the varied flora and fauna of this tropical ecological reserve as you cruise down the waterways. Later, drive to Madurai, whose many pilgrims Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* throng the narrow streets. The Puja ceremony performed nightly at the Deluxe Accommodations Meenakshi Temple provides a fascinating activity for this evening. (B) Jan 5 – Apr 15, 2019 $3,587 DAY 10 – MADURAI SIGHTSEEING/CHENNAI (MADRAS) Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2019 $3,313 Visit Shree Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Palace, the Gandhi Oct 1 – Dec 22, 2019 $3,797 Museum, and Mariamman Teppakkulam Tank, site of the annual Teppam, or Float Festival, held each January. Fly to Chennai tonight. (B) Internal airfare applies. Please contact us for current applicable pricing. DAY 11 – KANCHIPURAM & MAHABALIPURAM EXCURSION Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis Journey to Kanchipuram’s many temples to visit the three that exemplify and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. this sacred town—Kailasantha and Ekambareshwara, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and Vaikuntaperumal, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Travel to the ancient Pallavan port of Mamallapuram and visit the last surviving shore temple, stone chariots, and a bas-relief depicting Hindu legends. (B) HOTELS DAY 12 – CHENNAI (MADRAS) SIGHTSEEING/HOME Bangalore: The Oberoi (Deluxe Room) The morning tour of Chennai includes stops at the Victoria Art Gallery, Chickmangalur: The Gateway (Standard) Bronze Gallery and Chennai Museum. The Fort St. George, San Thome Mysore: Windflower Hall (Studio) Cathedral, and Kapaleeswarar Temple complete your visit. After a Cochin: Taj Malabar Resort & Spa (Superior Tower Wing) relaxing afternoon, transfer to the airport for your departure. (B) Kumarakom: Lake Resort KKM (Luxury Pavilion Room) Thekkady: Spice Village (Standard) Madurai: Heritage Madurai (Deluxe Room) Madras: The Leela Palace (Deluxe SV) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Deluxe accommodations with private facilities Daily breakfast (B) All sightseeing per the itinerary on a private basis Arrival and departure transfers Local English-speaking guides for sightseeing Boat ride in the backwaters Entrance fee to monuments and cultural events Mahabalipuram Silks & Spices | 43

PAKISTAN CHINA Delhi/ New Delhi (3N) INDIA IN LUXURY ™ NEPAL BHUTAN Jaipur (2N) Agra (1N) 13 DAYS: Delhi, Agra, Ranthambhore, Ranthambhore (2N) Ganges R. Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai BANGLA- HHHHH Udaipur (3N) INDIA DESH Travel back in time to the sumptuous empires of the Maharajahs. Air This luxury-embellished itinerary blends history, culture, natural Road beauty, and modern India into one delightful package that includes both the expected highlights and the charming, colorful surprises 0 miles 400 0 km 400 that make India one of our most in-demand destinations. Mumbai (Bombay) (1N) Arabian Bay of Sea Bengal DAY 1 – DELHI Welcome to India’s capital city! Upon arrival, be welcomed with a traditional Indian greeting before being escorted to your hotel. DAY 2 – AKSHARDHAM TEMPLE SIGHTSEEING After a leisurely morning, visit the beautiful Akshardham Temple. Built without steel, it consists of 234 ornately carved pillars, nine ornate domes, 20 quadrangle shikhars, a spectacular Gajendra Pith (plinth of stone elephants), and 20,000 statues of India’s great sadhus, devotees, acharyas, and divine personalities. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel. (B, D) DAY 3 – OLD & NEW DELHI SIGHTSEEING Take a morning tour of Old Delhi, stopping at the Red Fort; Raj Ghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; Ashoka Pillar; and the mile-long Chandni Chowk bazaar. In the afternoon, see New Delhi’s highlights, driving past the Parliament House, the President’s House, and India Gate. Later, visit Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar, and Birla Temple. (B) DAY 4 – DELHI/AGRA SIGHTSEEING On your morning drive to Agra, stop at Sikandra to visit the architecturally marvelous tomb of Emperor Akbar. This afternoon, spend time exploring Agra, its namesake 16th century fort, and its battlements, apartments, gardens, and audience halls. The day ends with a visit to the magnificent Taj Mahal, a monument to love, where you will witness the warm glow as the sun sets over the monument. (B) DAY 5 – AGRA/FATEHPUR SIKRI/RANTHAMBHORE Return to the Taj Mahal to see a divine sunrise there before departing for Ranthambhore. On the way, visit the 16th century abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri, once ruled by Emperor Akbar. This ghost town is remarkably well preserved and presents a perfect synthesis of Muslim, Hindu, and Jain architecture. Sculptured columns bear mute testimony to this gallant experiment to unite Hindus and Muslims. Once you arrive in Ranthambhore, visit the remains of a thousand-year-old fortress, now a wildlife sanctuary for many animals like leopards and tigers. Spend the night at your luxury camp on the private reserve of the local Maharajah. (B) DAY 6 – RANTHAMBHORE GAME RESERVE Ranthambhore Game Reserve is one of the few preserves where nocturnal, camera-shy tigers may be seen in daylight. Hunted nearly to extinction by the local royalty and their British overlords, the population of the Bengal tiger is slowly increasing, thanks to the efforts of “Project Tiger” and the World Wildlife Fund. Thrilling game drives in the morning and evening let you scour the jungle for wildlife. (B) Ranthambhore Game Reserve 44 | India in Luxury™

Elephanta Island DAY 7 – RANTHAMBHORE/JAIPUR GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Start off your day with a morning game drive, then leave for the “Pink City” of Jaipur, whose old city is surrounded by a massive wall pierced Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* by magnificent gates. (B) Luxury Accommodations Jan 6 – Apr 15, 2019 $8,076 DAY 8 – AMBER FORT EXCURSION & JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING Visit the mountain fortress of Amber, a superb example of Rajput Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2019 $5,742 architecture with its complex of palaces, temples, and ornate apartments. Oct 1 – Dec 20, 2019 $8,863 In the afternoon, tour Jaipur City and visit Hawa Mahal, the “Palace of Winds.” Continue on to City Palace, with its latticed balconies, tiny Internal airfare applies. Please contact us for current applicable pricing. windows, cupolas, courtyards, and arched entrances. A stop at the ancient observatory concludes the tour. (B) Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. DAY 9 – JAIPUR/UDAIPUR Drive this morning to Udaipur. On your arrival in Udaipur, check in to your hotel. (B) HOTELS DAY 10 – RANAKPUR EXCURSION Delhi: The Imperial, New Delhi th Today’s excursion brings you to the beautiful 15 century sculpted Agra: The Oberoi Amarvilas (Premier) Jain temples of Ranakpur. The intricately carved white marble temple Ranthambhore: The Oberoi Vanyavilas (Tent) of Adinath is perhaps the most well-preserved and impressive example Jaipur: The Oberoi Rajvilas (Premier) of Western Indian temple architecture. The temple dedicated to the Udaipur: The Oberoi Udaivilas (Premier) Sun God is famed for its erotic sculptures. Enjoy lunch at Maharani Mumbai: The Oberoi, Mumbai (Premier) Bagh, where you’ll see a mango grove and the private gardens of the Maharajah of Jodhpur. (B, L) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: DAY 11 – UDAIPUR Luxury accommodations with private facilities Spend the morning at the romantic and picturesque “City of Lakes,” 12 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), and 2 dinners (D) as specified before visiting City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari—or, Garden of Maids— Arrival and departure transfers and the folklore museum. You will also have the opportunity to see All sightseeing per the itinerary a presentation of string puppets typical to this area. The afternoon is Local English-speaking guides for sightseeing at leisure. (B) Entrance fee to the monuments and cultural events Baggage handling DAY 12 – UDAIPUR/MUMBAI (BOMBAY) Sunset and sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal Fly to Mumbai (formerly Bombay) for a tour of this cosmopolitan city. Three game drives in Ranthambhore Sights include the British-built arch “Gateway of India,” the Hanging Gardens, and Malabar Hills, where Mumbai’s rich and famous live. Also on the itinerary: the Prince of Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive, the Gandhi Memorial Museum, and Jain Temple. (B, D) DAY 13 – ELEPHANTA CAVES/HOME Explore amazing Elephanta Island and its famous caves, with carvings and sculptures dating back to 550 AD. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to relax and pursue independent activities. In the late evening, transfer to the airport for your departure. (B) India in Luxury™ | 45

PAKISTAN CHINA DISCOVER Delhi/ NEPAL New Delhi (2N) INCREDIBLE INDIA Jodhpur (2N) Jaipur (2N) Agra (1N) BHUTAN Jhansi Ganges R. 14 DAYS: Mumbai, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Udaipur (2N) Khajuraho (1N) Varanasi (1N) BANGLA- Agra, Khajuraho, Varanasi, Delhi DESH HHHH INDIA From the culture and majesty of India to the snow peaks and sherpas of Nepal, this itinerary brings you history and adventure. Air Road Enjoy visits to ancient temples, magnificent forts, a sunrise cruise Rail on the Ganges, and a morning flight over the Himalayas to behold Mumbai (Bombay) (2N) 0 miles 400 the splendor of Everest. 0 km 400 Arabian Bay of Sea Bengal DAY 1 – MUMBAI (BOMBAY) Arrive in the cosmopolitan city of Mumbai (formerly called Bombay) to a traditional Indian greeting before being escorted to your hotel. DAY 2 – MUMBAI After a leisurely morning, embark on a tour of Mumbai. Visit the Gateway of India, the Hanging Gardens, and the Malabar Hills, where Mumbai’s rich and famous live. Continue on to the Prince of Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive, the Gandhi Memorial Museum, and a Jain temple. Relive your day with new friends at tonight’s welcome dinner at the hotel. (B, D) DAY 3 – ELEPHANTA CAVES/UDAIPUR Cruise across the harbor to explore the amazing Elephanta Island and its famous caves, treasured for its carvings and sculptures that dating back to 550 A.D. Fly to Udaipur and transfer to your hotel. (B) DAY 4 – UDAIPUR Picturesque Udaipur, also known as the “City of Lakes,” is among the most romantic cities in India. Visit the City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari (Garden of Maids), and the folklore museum where you are entertained by a string puppet show typical to this area. Your afternoon is at leisure. (B) DAY 5 – UDAIPUR/RANAKPUR/JODHPUR Drive to Jodhpur, en-route visiting the sculpted Jain temples of Ranakpur. Stop for lunch at Maharani Bagh, a mango grove and private gardens of the Maharajah of Jodhpur. (B, L) DAY 6 – MEHRANGARH FORT Visit the invincible Mehrangarh Fort, then the Jaswant Thada, a graceful marble cenotaph built in 1899 for Maharajah Jaswant Singh II and cenotaphs of other Maharajahs of Jodhpur. The rest of the day is yours to explore. (B) DAY 7 – JODHPUR/JAIPUR Drive to Jaipur, the capital and largest city of Rajasthan and fondly nicknamed “The Pink City.” There, visit the City Palace, the ancient observatory, and Hawa Mahal—“Palace of Winds.” (B) DAY 8 – AMBER FORT Visit the mountain fortress of Amber, a superb example of Rajput architecture with its complex of palaces, temples, and ornate apartments. Enjoy the rest of your afternoon however you like. (B) Varanasi 46 | Discover Incredible India

Mehrangarh Fort DAY 9 – FATEHPUR SIKRI, AGRA FORT & TAJ MAHAL GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES En route to Agra lies the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri, a unique masterpiece of Muslim, Hindu, and Jain architecture. Stop here before Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* spending your afternoon in Agra exploring the city and the 16th century Jan 5 – Apr 15, 2019 $4,534 Agra Fort. Your day ends at the magnificent Taj Mahal, a monument to Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2019 $4,253 the memory of love. Your romantic encounter is further enhanced by the opportunity of viewing this wonder in the warm glow of sunset. (B) Oct 1 – Dec 22, 2019 $4,744 Nepal Extension $855 DAY 10 – AGRA/KHAJURAHO Today, board the train for Jhansi. Visit the medieval city of Orcha en Internal airfare applies. Please contact us for current applicable pricing. route to Khajuraho, a fascinating city whose appearance is minimally changed since the 17th century. After noon, walk through the UNESCO- Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis listed Western Group of Temples. (B) and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. DAY 11 – KHAJURAHO/VARANASI (BENARES) Fly out to the holy city of Varanasi (Benares) after visiting the Eastern Group of Temples. Later, find yourself at the site of Buddha’s first HOTELS sermon in Sarnath among its stupas and at the museum. In the evening, proceed to the ghats—stairs that lead to the river—in cycle rickshaws to Mumbai: ITC Grand Central (Exc. Club) witness the evening aarti ceremony. (B) Udaipur: The Lalit Laxmi Vilas (Valley View) Jodhpur: ITC Welcomhotel (Deluxe) Jaipur: ITC Rajputana (Exc Club) DAY 12 – RIVER GANGES CRUISE/DELHI Early this morning, embark on a cruise down the Ganges. Witness Agra: ITC Mughal (Mughal Chamber) a stunning sight as a multitude of devotees swarm the river and pay Khajuraho: Radisson (Deluxe) obeisance to the rising sun. Afterwards, continue on a walking tour of Varanasi: Radisson (Superior) the historic city and feel how its spiritualism permeates the atmosphere. Delhi: ITC Maurya (Exc. Club) Fly to the bustling capital city of Delhi and check in at your hotel. (B) *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: DAY 13 – OLD DELHI, CHANDNI CHOWK BAZAAR & NEW DELHI Your morning starts off with a tour of Old Delhi, visiting the Red Fort, Deluxe and first-class accommodation with private facilities Raj Ghat (a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi), and the mile-long Chandni 13 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), and 2 dinners (D) as specified Chowk bazaar. Spend your day exploring New Delhi with a drive along Arrival & departure transfers Rajpath, the address of the Parliament House, President’s house, and All sightseeing as per the itinerary India Gate. A visit to Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar, and Birla Temple Local English-speaking guides for sightseeing are also included. This evening, visit with a local family and partake of a Entrance fees to the monuments and cultural events traditional Indian meal. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner. (B, D) Baggage handling Sunset visit to the Taj Mahal Boat ride on the Ganges River in Varanasi DAY 14 – AKSHARDHAM TEMPLE Take the morning to admire the ornate Akshardham Temple, beautiful with Evening aarti ceremony in Varanasi its 234 carved pillars, nine domes, 20 quadrangled shikhars, spectacular Train fare Agra / Jhansi Gajendra Pith of stone elephants, and 20,000 statues of India’s great sadhus, devotees, acharyas, and divine personalities. After a leisurely afternoon, transfer to the international airport for your flight home. (B) Discover Incredible India | 47

PAKISTAN CHINA SPLENDORS OF Delhi/ New Delhi (2N) INDIA AND NEPAL Jaipur Agra (1N) NEPAL Kathmandu (3N) BHUTAN (2N) 14 DAYS: Delhi, Kathmandu, Varanasi, Jhansi Ganges R. Varanasi (1N) BANGLA- Khajuraho, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai Udaipur (2N) Khajuraho (1N) DESH HHHHH INDIA Air Road The charm of India lies in its diversity and its elusive quality. As an Rail insight to the cultural and historical diversity of India, combining the tranquility of Nepal, the vibrancy of the Gangetic plains, and the 0 miles 400 colors of Rajasthan allows visitors to see and experience India at 0 km 400 its most glorious and mystical. Mumbai (Bombay) (1N) Arabian Bay of Sea Bengal DAY 1 – KATHMANDU Jaipur Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal’s ancient capital, a private car will take you promptly to your hotel. DAY 2 – KATHMANDU SIGHTSEEING Your tour of Kathmandu includes exploration of Durbar Square and its abundance of lovely pagoda-shaped temples, many bazaars, and the Royal Palace. Take in a magnificent view of Kathmandu from Swayambunath, “the monkey temple.” Continue to Bodhnath to see the largest Buddhist stupa in the world. At Pashupatinath, view the most sacred of Nepal’s Shiva shrines, located near the holy river Bagmati. (B) DAY 3 – PATAN/BHADGAON EXCURSION Visit Patan, an even older city than Kathmandu, featuring hundreds of temples and palaces. You’ll get a rare chance to observe skilled artisans creating ancient handicrafts. Later, enjoy a drive through the beautiful countryside to Bhadgaon, also known as Bhaktapur, rife with temples and palaces. This evening, be treated to a lively Nepalese dance and music presentation, followed by dinner. (B, D) DAY 4 – KATHMANDU/DELHI In the morning, transfer by private car for your flight to Delhi, India’s bustling capital city, then to your hotel. DAY 5 – DELHI Discover New Delhi via Rajpath, the capital’s broadest avenue, where lies the Parliament House, the President’s Palace, the 138-foot India Gate and tributary Eternal Flame. Next is Humayun’s Tomb, the forerunner of the Taj Mahal, the soaring Qutab Minar stone tower, and the first mosque to be built in India. End at Birla Temple before spending the afternoon in Old Delhi, the 17th century walled city of Shahjahanabad. Visit the Red Fort, the site of Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation, the 3rd century Ashoka Pillar, and the picturesque and historical Chandni Chowk bazaar. DAY 6 – DELHI/VARANASI-SARNATH Fly to India’s holiest city, Varanasi, on the sacred Ganges River, and settle into your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the stupas, ruins, and museum at Sarnath, scene of Buddha’s first sermon. Tonight, cycle rickshaws take you to the ghats and evening aarti ceremony. (B) DAY 7 – VARANASI/KHAJURAHO In the early morning, watch the sun rise on the Ganges from a boat. Take a walking tour of the old city before flying to Khajuraho, where your hotel transfer awaits. Visit the site’s western group of temples—some of the largest and loveliest here. (B) 48 | Splendors of India and Nepal

Patan DAY 8 – KHAJURAHO/AGRA GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES This morning, visit the principal eastern group of temples. After, drive to Jhansi to board the train to Agra, visiting medieval Orchha on the way. Departure Dates (Daily) Rates* An escort takes you to your hotel. (B) First Class Accommodations Jan 5 – Apr 15, 2019 $4,312 DAY 9 – AGRA/FATEHPUR SIKRI/JAIPUR Be taken to the magnificent Taj Mahal for an unforgettable sunrise. Have Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2019 $4,060 breakfast, then continue on to the Agra Fort, a drive to the abandoned city Oct 1 – Dec 20, 2019 $4,457 of Fatehpur Sikri, and Jaipur. Check in at your hotel. (B) Internal airfare applies. Please contact us for current applicable pricing. DAY 10 – AMBER FORT EXCURSION & JAIPUR SIGHTSEEING Ascend this mountain fort and take in the Rajput architecture Note: Single room supplement applies. Prices are on sharing basis demonstrated with its complex of palaces, temples, and ornate and based on minimum of 2 passengers traveling. apartments. Later, tour Jaipur City, visiting Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and the ancient observatory. (B) DAY 11 – JAIPUR/UDAIPUR This morning, drive to the “City of Lakes,” Udaipur to explore or relax HOTELS at your hotel. (B) Kathmandu: Soaltee Crown Plaza (Deluxe Room) Delhi: ITC Maurya (Executive Club) DAY 12 – RANAKPUR EXCURSION Varanasi: Radisson (Superior) Today’s excursion brings you to the beautifully sculpted 15 century Khajuraho: Radisson (Deluxe Room) th Jain temples of Ranakpur. Lunch is served at Maharani Bagh. (B, L) Agra: ITC Mughal (Mughal Chambers) Jaipur: ITC Rajputana (Executive Club) DAY 13 – UDAIPUR/MUMBAI (BOMBAY) Udaipur: The Lalit Laxmi Vilas (Valley View) Your morning tour of Udaipur includes the City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari, Mumbai: ITC Grand Central (Executive Club) and the folklore museum where you can see a presentation of the area’s signature string puppets. The afternoon flies you to Mumbai, India’s *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON most cosmopolitan city. (B) DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: First Class accommodation with private facilities DAY 14 – MUMBAI SIGHTSEEING/ELEPHANTA ISLAND/HOME 11 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), and 1 dinner (D) as specified Cruise across the harbor to the amazing Elephanta Island and famous Arrival and departure transfers caves that boast carvings and sculptures dating back to 550 AD. Return All sightseeing per the itinerary to Mumbai to see the British-built arch “Gateway of India,” the Hanging Local English-speaking guides for sightseeing Gardens, Malabar Hills, the Prince of Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat, Entrance fee to monuments and cultural events Marine Drive, the Gandhi Memorial Museum, and Jain Temple. The Baggage handling evening brings a transfer to the airport for home. (B) Lunch at Maharani Bagh Nepalese folk dance and music presentation Boat ride on the Ganges River in Varanasi Evening aarti ceremony by rickshaw in Varanasi Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal Train fare Jhansi – Agra Splendors of India and Nepal | 49

Chitwan SHORT STAYS AND CITY TOURS NEPAL NEPAL – KATHMANDU – 4 DAYS NEPAL – CHITWAN – 3 DAYS HHHH & UP HHHH & UP Nepal’s history, art, culture, and economy comes alive with this Travel doesn’t get any more wild than this—live your elephantine itinerary, which starts and ends in its capital, Kathmandu, and stops in dreams with this stay in Nepal’s first national park, a World Heritage Patan and Bhadgaon for a fully rounded, spiritually illuminating journey. site in its subtropical Inner Terai lowlands. DAY 1 – KATHMANDU DAY 1 – KATHMANDU/CHITWAN Upon your arrival in Nepal’s ancient capital, you’ll be met and transferred A morning transfer from your hotel in Kathmandu takes you to the airport to by private car to your hotel. board your flight to Bharatpur or Meghauli. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your lodge in the heart of Royal Chitwan National Park. Game DAY 2 – KATHMANDU SIGHTSEEING viewing from an elephant’s back ignites your afternoon. (L, D) Your tour of Kathmandu includes exploration of Durbar Square and its abundance of lovely pagoda- shaped temples, many bazaars, and the DAY 2 – CHITWAN Royal Palace. Enjoy a magnificent view of the city from Swayambunath, also Early morning, finds you astride an elephant again, then in an educational known as “the monkey temple.” Continue to Bodhnath to see the largest elephant camp to participate in various nature activities. This afternoon, Buddhist stupa in the world. At Pashupatinath, view the most sacred of see a different aspect of Chitwan wildlife from a canoe on the Narayani Nepal’s Shiva shrines, located near the holy river Bagmati. (B) River. (B, L, D) DAY 3 – PATAN/BHADGAON DAY 3 – CHITWAN/KATHMANDU Visit Patan, a city even older than Kathmandu, featuring hundreds of Start your day on a guided nature walk, then depart for Bharatpur or temples and palaces. You’ll get a rare chance to observe skilled artisans Meghauli to board your flight to Kathmandu. (B) creating ancient handicrafts. Later, drive through the beautiful countryside to Bhadgaon, also known as Bhaktapur, which boasts many interesting temples and palaces. This evening, be treated to a lively Nepalese dance and music presentation, followed by dinner. (B, D) DAY 4 – KATHMANDU In the morning, transfer by private car to the airport for your departure. (B) 50 | Short Stays and City Tours