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Vacations of a Lifetime www.tourcanvacations.com It is 23 years since we first started serving the North American traveller. I can honestly say that we have come a long way in providing vacations of quality and value to our most discerning customers, the travel agents and consumers alike. I am as much excited and passionate about what we do today as the way I felt in our early pioneering years. Whilst the world had undergone tremendous change since that time, I believe we still live in a fascinating and wonderful world which continues to offer Travellers new vistas, themes and ideas just waiting to be explored. Our expertise in Asia, Africa, South & Central America, the South Pacific and the Middle East remains unrivalled in the industry and I invite you to continue to patronize us, seek the knowledge of our destination experts and see more of the world. Tourcan’s Exotic Destinations Worldwide brochure is a unique reference tool for anyone looking for a collection of carefully planned tour itineraries and recommended travel options. They are favourites tested time and again by our product experts and above all thousands of satisfied Tourcan clients. Our specialty and strength is the flexibility to create customized vacations that meet your needs, budgets and time. Whether you plan a private tour, an escorted group itinerary or an off the beaten path adventure, I invite you to speak with our dedicated tour consultants, who can provide you with the best advice available in the industry. There is no better way to plan your next vacation than speaking to a company whose reputation is built on professionalism, quality and trust! Vivek Khanna President 3 The Tourcan Advantage EXPERTS IN EXOTIC DESTINATIONS For over 23 years we have organized thousands of trips that have given our travellers a lifetime of memories. EXCELLENT VALUE FOR YOUR DOLLAR We can plan and price your trips to include flights, internal transportation, all accommodations and most meals. Compare us for quality, inclusions and value for your travel dollar. Your biggest advantage is that your trips are developed and eventually handled by experienced staff who either have close cultural links to the areas we promote, or have an in depth knowledge of traveling to the regions. specialty. In each destination we have hundreds of different itineraries for variety of themes, interests, combinations to choose from and more importantly to fit your budgets. Ask our experts for other options. LOCAL HOSTS TO PAMPER YOU! For each trip, we carefully select our local hosts and tour Managers to look after your needs and to provide you with the best travel experience for ARCTIC OCEAN your time and money. The local hosts are known to us as friends first and then as business partners. 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Consider these: Safari in Style is a classic Kenya safari covering the must-visit game parks and reserves in the Great Rift Valley area. Staying at first class hotels and lodges, this safari combines the image and comfort of old style African safari and a unique wildlife experience for those with limited time in East Africa. f The Greatest Wildlife & Cultural Experience - 10 Days An all encompassing safari itinerary starts/ends in Nairobi and includes a visit to Tanzania’s finest game parks. Visit Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara Reserve in Kenya and Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire in Tanzania. Stay at the Sopa Lodges or similar. Operates selected Mondays with minimum 2 persons. Day 1 - Arrive Nairobi Transfer to Norfolk Hotel. Day 2 - Nairobi - The Ark Drive north to Nyeri. At the Ark view animals Rhino, Lion, Elephant and Buffalo are regular visitors. The Ark Hotel. b l d Day 3 - The Ark - Sweetwaters Drive to Sweetwaters Tented Camp. Afternoon Game drive. Sweetwaters Tented Camp. b l d Day 4 - Sweet Waters - Mt Kenya Drive to the luxurious Mount Kenya Safari Club at the foot of Mt. Kenya. Afternoon is free. Mount Kenya Safari Club. b l d Day 5 - Mt Kenya - Nairobi - Masai Mara (Flight) By road to Nairobi , lunch stop. Afternoon flight over the spectacular Great Rift Valley to the Mara Safari Club. Mara Safari Club. b l d Day 6 - Masai Mara Early morning and afternoon game drives. Enjoy the interaction of wild animals in this magnificent park. Mara Safari Club. b l d Day 7 - Masai Mara - Depart Nairobi (Flight) Morning game drive. Breakfast and morning at leisure. After lunch fly to Nairobi. Tour ends upon arrival in Nairobi. b l 6 Africa Essential Info Highlights: • Game viewing from the balcony of the Ark Tree Hotel • A taste of luxury tented camp accommodation at Sweetwaters Camp • Stay at the exclusive Mt Kenya Safari club • 2 nights at the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve • Stay at the grand old style Norfolk Hotel Nairobi Tour Includes: • Meet and greet services •Ineternal flights & airport transfers •Accommodation at hotels/lodges listed or similar •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Park permits and admissions •Games drives by 4 x 4 safari vehicles accompanied by driver-guides •Local taxes/service charges at hotels Departs: Daily departures from Nairobi. Minimum 2 persons per departure. f Mountains & Savannahs of East Africa - 11 Days Looking to add more variety in Kenya, Mountains and Savannahs is another unique option with visits to Mt. Kenya Game Reserve, Aberdares, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara while in Tanzania visit the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire. Starts/ends in Nairobi. Operates Wednesdays with minimum 2 persons. f East Africa Explorer - 13 Days Our East Africa Explorer is one of the finest and more relaxed itineraries. Visit the Big Seven game parks - Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Tarangira. Starts/ends in Nairobi. Operates Wednesdays and Sundays with minimum 2 persons. f Exotic Wilderness - 14 Days A deluxe safari featuring the best known game attractions, lodges and tented camps in Kenya and Tanzania. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Mombasa Beach Extension - 4 Days Spice up your African safari with R&R on the Indian Ocean’s finest beaches in Mombasa. A perfect way to round up your African experience. Includes hotel accommodation and airport transfers. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Kenya/Tanzania destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Kenya & Tanzania Explore More Featured Tour Majestic Kenya Looking for more safari options in East Africa? Consider these: 10 Days An action-packed 10-day itinerary visiting five of the best known Game Reserves in Kenya. Only in these parks can you find the spectacle of wildlife - the Big Five - in its raw exuberance. f Kenya Adventure Family Safari - 8 Days The tour is ideal for families with children. Not only are travel times kept to a minimum (no long distances by road) but we include stays at some of the unique family-friendly lodges and extensive game viewing opportunities in the Masai Mara Reserve and Laikipia regions. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Starts/ends in Nairobi. Day 1 - Nairobi Arrive Nairobi, transfer to the Safari Park Hotel. Day 2 - Nairobi - Samburu National Park Dive to Samburu, lunch. Afternoon game drive. 2 nights accommodation at Sopa or Shaba Lodge. b l d Day 3 - Samburu National Park Morning and afternoon game drives. b l d Essential Info Day 4 - Aberdares/Mt.Kenya Drive to Aberdares. Lunch at Outspan, transfer to lodge - Treetops hotel/ Mountain Lodge or similar. b l d Highlights: • Samburu National Park • Aberdares & Mt Kenya National Park • Lake Nakuru Park • Masai Mara Game Reserve • Amboseli National Park Day 5 - Lake Nakuru Park Drive to Lake Nakuru, lunch and afternoon game drive. Accommodation at Kiglo lodge or Lake Nakuru Lodge. b l d Day 6 - Masai Mara National Park Drive to Masai Mara. Lunch and afternoon game drive. 2 nights accommodation at Sopa Lodge. bld Day 7 - Masai Mara Optional Balloon Safari. Morning and afternoon game drives. b l d Day 8 - Masai Mara - Nairobi - Amboseli National Park Return to Nairobi. Lunch. Drive to Amboseli. Afternoon game drive. 2 nights accommodation at Ol Tukai Lodge. b l d Tour Includes: • Meet and greet services •Airport transfers •Accommodation at hotels/lodges listed or similar •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Park permits and admissions •Games drives by safari vehicles accompanied by driver-guides •Local taxes/service charges at hotels f Wildebeast Migration & Honeymoon Special - 12 Days Revel in 7 days of breathtaking luxury on a Tanzania safari before flying to an exclusive beach lodge on Pemba Island, north of Zanzibar where barefoot luxury and splendid beach-front suites await you. Inclusive of meals, game activities, some drinks on safari and non-motorized water sports. Operates daily from October to November and April to June. Starts in Arusha or Kilimanjaro and ends in Zanzibar. f Masai & Pharoah Experience - Kenya & Egypt - 18 Days If you are looking to spend your vacation in two of the best known African destinations in one trip, this itinerary is for you. This trip combines an 8 Day Kenya safari with a 10 Day Egyptian Discovery visiting Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel and a 4 nights Nile Cruise. Starts in Nairobi and ends in Cairo (Flight from Nairobi-Cairo extra). Operates daily with minimum 2 persons Departs: Saturday & Tuesday departures from Nairobi. Minimum 2 persons per departure Day 9 - Amboseli National Park Early morning and afternoon game drives. b l d Day 10 - Amboseli - Nairobi Depart for Nairobi. Drop-off at your hotel or Nairobi airport. b Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Kenya/Tanzania destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 7 Tanzania Featured Tour Mount Kilimanjaro Treks Tanzania Highlights 7 Days Tanzania has the largest wildlife conservation area than any other country in the world. It is the home to some of the world’s finest game reserves like the Serengeti and Nogorongoro Crater where visitors are guaranteed a great spectacle of big game year round. Day 1 - Arusha - Tarangire National Park Tour starts from Arusha. Transfer to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a game drive in the afternoon. Tarangire Sopa Lodge/Tarangire River Camp. l d Day 2 - Tarangire National Park - Ngorongoro Morning game drive in Tarangire. Afternoon drive to the Ngorongoro Crater National Reserve. Ngorongoro Serena/Sopa Lodge. b l d Day 3 - Ngorongoro Half-day game viewing in the Ngorongoro Crater Reserve. Ngorongoro Serena/Sopa Lodge. b l d Day 4 - Ngorongoro - Serengeti Morning drive to Serengeti National Park. Lunch. Afternoon game drive. Serengeti Serena/Sopa Lodge. b l d Day 5 - Serengeti Enjoy a morning and afternoon safari. Serengeti Serena/Sopa Lodge. b l d Day 6 - Serengeti - Lake Manyara Drive to Lake Manyara for an afternoon game drive. Lake Manyara Serena Lodge. b l d Day 7 - Lake Manyara - Arusha This morning, enjoy your last game drive in Lake Manyara Park. Return to Arusha. b Essential Info Highlights: • An exciting crater floor safari in the Ngoronogoro Crater • Visit Olduvai Gorge • Lake Manyara National Park - famous for tree-climbing lions! •Tarangire National Park •Game viewing in the Serengeti Kili as it is known among the climbing community is Africa’s highest and the world’s tallest free standing mountain. Standing at 19,340ft, trekking Kili is non-technical, but both physically and mentally challenging. It is achievable by anyone with reasonable fitness and training. We offer two of the most popular trail options, the Machame and Marangu routes. Our treks are run by one of the longest established local outfitters with the finest mountain guides and porters. Machame Route (Camp Accommodation) 8 Days Tour Includes: • Meet and greet services •Airport transfers •Accommodation at hotels/lodges listed or similar •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Park permits and admissions •Games drives by 4 x 4 safari vehicles accompanied by driver-guides •Local taxes/service charges at hotels Day 1 - Arusha or Kilimanjaro Arrive in Arusha or Moshi (Kilimanjaro), transfer to your base hotel. Acclimatize and a trek briefing. Accommodation at the Base Hotel. d Departs: Monday departures from Arusha Minimum 2 persons per departure Day 3 - Machame Camp - Shira Camp (6 Hrs Walking/3840m). Continue on an ascending path, crossing a steep rocky ridge through heather. Overnight at Shira Camp. b l d Day 2 - Base hotel - Machame Gate - Machame Huts (6 Hrs Walking/3100m) Drive to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate to the village of Machame. Registration. Begin walking through the rain forest to Machame camp. Overnight at Machame Camp. b l d Day 4 - Shira Camp - Barranco Camp (7 Hrs Walking/3900m). From the Shira plateau, continue to the Lava Tower, reaching an altitude of (4600 m). Descend to the Barranco camp. Overnight at Barranco Camp. b l d Day 5 - Barranco Camp - Barafu Camp (8 Hrs Walking/4600m). Leave Barranco and climb a steep ridge passing the Barranco wall to Karanga Valley and onward to Barafu at an altitude of (4600 m). Overnight at Barafu Camp. b l d 8 Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Kenya/Tanzania destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Tanzania Explore More Day 6 - Summit Day - Barafu - Uhuru Mweka Camp (13-15 Hrs Walking/5895m) Early ascent to Stella point (5745m) then to the main summit (Uhuru Peak) (5895m). You have now reached the highest point in Africa. Descent to Mweka Camp(3100m). Accommodation in Mweka Camp. b l d Looking for more safari options in East Africa? Consider these: f Zanzibar Beach Extension - 4 Days Steeped in history, blessed with idyllic year around sunshine and surrounded by some of the finest beaches in the Indian ocean, the Spice Island of Zanzibar is the perfect place to round off your trek or safari . Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Day 7 - Mweka - Mweka Park Gate (4 Hrs Walking/3000m) Continue the descent to the Mweka Park Gate and transfer to your hotel in Arusha or Moshi. Accommodation in Base Hotel. b l d Day 8 - Departure Transfer to airport for onward flight or join a game safari. b Marangu Route (Permanent Hut accommodation) 7 Days Day 1 - Arusha or Kilimanjaro Arrive in Arusha or Moshi (Kilimanjaro), transfer to your base hotel. Acclimatize and a trek briefing. Accommodation at the Base Hotel. d Day 2 - Arusha/Kilimanjaro - Marangu Gate Mandara Hut (5 Hrs walking/2700m) Transfer to Kilimanjaro National Park entrance at the Marangu gate. After registration, start the trek. Ascend to Mandara Hut, along the forest trail. Overnight at Mandara Huts. b l d Day 3 - Mandara Huts - Horombo Hut (7 hrs walking/3720m) Mandara Hut to the base of Maundi Crater. Cross meadow and grassland to Horombo. Overnight at Horombo Hut. b l d Day 4 - Horombo Huts - Kibo Huts (6 hrs walking/4700m) Trek to Kibo Hut. The final accommodation before the summit the next day. Overnight at Kibo Hut. b l d Day 5 - Kibo Hut - Gillman’s Point - Uhuru Peak (5892m) - Horombo Hut (13-15 hrs walking) Early start this day. Climb to watch sunrise and stunning views of the African plains below. Return to Horombo Hut. b l d Day 7 - Depart Arusha or Kilimanjaro Transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro airport for your departure. b Essential Info Highlights: • A choice of Base Hotels in Arusha or Moshi (Kilimanjaro) • Highly qualified mountain guides • 2 porters per climber • Superior quality meals on the mountain trail, cooked by qualified chefs • Accommodation in permanent huts on the Marangu trail while camping accommodation is offered in high quality mountain tents on the Machame route Tour Includes: • Meet and greet services. •Airport transfers •Accommodation at hotels, permanent huts or camping as listed or similar. •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Park permits and admissions •Qualified mountain guides and porters •Local taxes/service charges at hotels f Ultimate Bush Camping Experience - 8 Days Looking to get away from safari lodges to live in harmony with the extraordinary wildlife to be found in the open bush? Our “Ultimate Bush Camping Experience” is a fully-guided tented camp safari that accords you a close encounter with Tanzania’s finest game. Starts/ends in Arusha. Operates daily with a minimum of 2 persons. Tour does not operate from April 1 - May 31. f Chimpanzee Trail Classic - 8 Days Visit Tanzania’s two lesser known game reserves, Katavi National Park and Mahale National Park which boasts a greatest concentration of Buffalo and Hippos and a community of more than 1,000 Chimpanzees in the Mahale Park. Operates every Monday from Arusha during Jan-Feb and May December with a minimum of 2 persons per tour. Domestic flights included. f Trek Kilimanjaro through Rongai, Shira or Lemosho Routes Are you a die-hard adventurer interested in climbing Kili through some of the lesser known and yet challenging routes? We offer customized treks for individuals and also design special group expeditions via all 5 major routes. Departs: Daily departures from Arusha or Moshi Minimum 1 person per trek. Day 6 - Horombo Hut - Marangu. (10-12 hrs walking). An easy descent to Marangu Gate then transfer to your base hotel. Accommodation at the Base Hotel. b l d Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Kenya/Tanzania destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 9 South Africa Featured Tour South Africa Panorama Tour 16 Days Essential Info Private Game lodge option Mpumalanga - Sabi Sand Stay at the Sabi Sabi Game Reserve on the banks of the Sabie River located within the Sabi Sand Conservancy and adjacent to the Kruger National Park. The tour features the highlights of South Africa, including open vehicle game drives in the Kruger Park, Swaziland, visiting a traditional Zulu village, the Garden Route and Oudtshoorn famous for the Cango Caves and ostrich farms. This is the ultimate tour of South Africa with splendid scenery, exciting wildlife, ethnic diversity and plenty of leisure time. Day 1 - Johannesburg Arrive Johannesburg and transfer to hotel. Overnight at Garden Court Sandton City Hotel Day 2 - Johannesburg - Mpumalanga Drive to Mpumalanga via the Blyde River Canyon and God’s Window. Overnight at Sabi River Sun Hotel or similar. b Day 3 - Mpumalanga - Kruger Park Mpumalanga Morning game drive in the Kruger National Park. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Pestana Kruger Gate Lodge or similar. b PRIVATE GAME LODGE OPTION ( SEE INSET) DAY 3 & 4 MPUMALANGA - SABI SAND CONSERVANCY Day 4 - Mpumalanga Game drive through the Kruger National Park. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Pestana Kruger Gate Lodge or similar. b Day 5 - Mpumalanga - Swaziland Travel to Swaziland. Visit a local glass factory. Overnight at Ezulwini Sun Hotel or similar. b Day 6 - Swaziland - Zululand Return to South Africa and afternoon game drive in the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi reserve. Overnight at Protea Hotel Umfolozi River or similar. b Day 7 - Zululand - Durban Visit traditional Zulu village, lunch and show. Overnight at SS Elangeni or similar. b l 10 Day 3 Meet game rangers. Transfer to Sabi Sabi for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Overnight on full board basis. Day 4 Early morning game drive followed by breakfast before rejoining the main tour. Day 8 - Durban Day free. Overnight at SS Elangeni or similar b Day 9 - Durban - Port Elizabeth Transfer to airport for Port Elizabeth flight. Transfer to hotel. Overnight at Garden Court Kings Beach or similar. b d Day 10 - Port Elizabeth - Knysna Visit the Tsitsikamma Mountains. Afternoon free. Overnight at Proteal Hotel Knysna Quays or Knysna River Club or similar. b Day 11 - Knysna Cruise to visit Featherbed Nature Reserve. Overnight at Proteal Hotel Knysna Quays or Knysna River Club or similar. b l Day 12 - Knysna - Oudtshoorn Travel to Oudtshoorn. Visit an Ostrich Farm and Cango Caves. Overnight at Queens Hotel or Protea Hotel Riempie Estate or similar. b d Day 13 - Oudtshoorn - Cape Town Travel Route 62 to Cape Town. Overnight at SS Waterfront or similar. b Day 14/15 - Cape Town Two days at leisure. Optional sightseeing recommended. Overnight at SS Waterfront or similar. b Day 16 - Cape Town Transfer to airport or railway station for onward journey. b Highlights: • Kruger National Park and game drives • Visit Swaziland and Zululand • Durban, The Garden Route & Cape Town Tour Includes: •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Accommodation at hotels listed or similar available •Transportation in luxury coaches •Porterage at hotels •Sightseeing with English speaking guides/ local escorts as specified Note: Flight and departure tax between Durban and Port Elizabeth not included. Departs: Tour operates every Sunday from Johannesburg. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Available in the reverse direction. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to South Africa destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing South Africa Explore More Featured Tour Best of South Africa & the Victoria Falls Looking for more tour options in South Africa? Consider these: 14 Days f Northbound Tropicana Tour - 5 Days A 5 day tour up the Garden Route from Cape Town travelling via Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of the world, the charming and picturesque town of Knysna, Tsitsikamma forest to Port Elizabeth and onwards to Durban. This tour starts in Cape town and ends in Durban. Operates every Wednesday with a minimum 2 persons. Day 1 - Cape Town Arrive in Cape Town and transfer to hotel. Remainder of day at leisure. Day 2 - Cape Town Full Day tour to the Cape Peninsula visiting Chapman’s Peak, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Cape Point. Return via Simon’s Town, Fish Hoek, Muizenberg and Kirstenbosch Gardens. b Day 3 - Cape Town Half-day morning Table Mountain and Cape Town city tour. Afternoon at leisure. b Day 4 - Cape Town - Oudtshoorn Travel Route 62 via Montagu and ‘Klein Karoo’ to Oudtshoorn, ostrich capital of the world. b d Day 5 - Oudtshoorn - Knysna Tour the Cango Caves and an Ostrich Farm. Travel to Knysna. Overnight in Knysna. b Day 6 - Knysna Lagoon cruise to the Featherbed Nature Reserve. Lunch. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Knysna. b l Day 7 - Knysna - Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg Drive to Port Elizabeth airport for departure to Johannesburg. Transfer to Johannesburg airport hotel for one night. b l Day 8 - Johannesburg - Kruger Park Travel by road to Kruger National Park. Check-in to your lodge. Afternoon game drive. Traditional dinner at an African ‘Boma’. Overnight at the lodge. b d Day 9 - Kruger Park Morning and afternoon game drives. Overnight at the lodge. b d Day 10 - Kruger Park - Johannesburg Morning game drive and return to Johannesburg. Check-in at hotel in Sandton for 2 nights. Day 12 - Johannesburg - Victoria Falls Transfer to the airport for flight to Victoria Falls. Transfer to hotel at Victoria Falls for 2 nights. b Day 13 - Victoria Falls Tour of the Victoria Falls. Afternoon sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. b Day 14 - Victoria Falls - Johannesburg Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for flight to Johannesburg. Tour ends. b Essential Info Highlights: • Cape Town & The Cape Peninsula • Table mountain tour • The Garden route • Soweto township • Kruger National Park and game drives • Victoria Falls Tour Includes: •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Accommodation at hotels listed or similar available •Transportation by luxury coaches/cars •Porterage at hotels •Sightseeing/safari with English speaking guides/local escorts as specified •Flights between Johannesburg and Vic Falls b Note: Flight and departure tax between Durbanand Port Elizabeth not included. Day 11 - Johannesburg Half-day Soweto Township Tour. Overnight in Johannesburg. b Departs: Daily departures from Cape Town. Minimum 2 persons per departure. f Garden Route & Winelands Tour - 6 Days Spend 6 days exploring the Garden Route and Winelands at a leisurely pace. Highlights include wine tasting in Stellenbosch, an ostrich farm tour in Oudtshoorn, a scenic journey on the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe train and a tour of the Featerbed Nature Reserve in Knysna. This tour starts and ends in Cape Town. Operates every Wednesday with a minimum 2 persons. f Buffalo Tour - 6 Days 6-Day Coach Tour featuring the Blyde River Canyon, Mpumalanga, The Kruger National Park, Swaziland, Hluhluwe Game Reserve and Zululand including game viewing and cultural show. Operates Monday with a minimum 2 persons. Starts in Johannesburg and ends in Durban. f Sun City Short Break - 3 Days A two night package to Sun City with a choice of three different hotels. Included in the price are return transfers from OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, 2 nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis and an early morning game drive into the Pilanesberg National Park. Operates daily from Johannesburg with a minimum 2 persons. f Natal Battlefields Tour - 2 Days Spend a fascinating 2 days exploring the Natal Battlefields such as Rorkes Drift, Isandlwana, Ladysmith and Spioenkop accompanied by an expert Battlefields guide. Operates every Sunday with a minimum 2 persons and starts and ends in Durban. f Hluhluwe & St Lucia Breakaway Tour - 3 Days Spend 3 days exploring the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve, world renown Rhino Conservancy and home to the “big 5”. This tour starts and ends in Durban. Operates every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday with a minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to South Africa destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 11 South Africa Safari Escapes Singita Game Reserve Singita lodges are world-renowned for providing ‘the best safari experience in Africa’ and has notched up virtually every award. There are five lodges in South Africa, both famous for their exquisite beauty and abundance of the ‘Big 5’. The founding lodges, Singita Ebony and Boulders Lodges and Castleton Camp are located within the Sabi Sand Reserve - the world’s best leopard viewing area. Singita Lebombo and Singita Sweni Lodges are found in the Kruger National Park - a remote wilderness area known for its concentration of lions. Kapama Game Reserve Kapama Private Game Reserve in Limpopo Province is an area renowned for superb safari vacations. It’s 13000 hectares has all the big game of Africa and occupies a vast area between the northern Drakensberg mountains and the Greater Kruger National Park. There are four lodges: Kapama Lodge, Kapama River Lodge, Kapama Buffalo Tented Camp and Gwala Gwala Tented Camp. Kapama Game Reserve has 42 mammal species and approximately 350 bird species. This equates to a huge natural diversity and includes the famed ‘Big 5’. 12 Looking for more safari options in South Africa? Consider our preferred collection of the finest safari lodges… Mala Mala Game Reserve Chitwa Chitwa Safari Lodge Mala Mala is the safari industry’s blueprint to the luxury photographic safari and the largest private Big Five game reserve in South Africa. Comprising 13 300 hectares it has an unfenced border with the world-renowned Kruger National Park and lies sandwiched between the National Park and the Sabi Sand Reserve. Mala Mala’s 3 Camps are The Main Camp, Sable Camp and Rattray’s of MalaMala. All are the embodiment of an authentic safari experience. Chitwa Chitwa Safari Lodge is situated in the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve that forms part of the Kruger National Park. Chitwa Chitwa is secluded and some of the best game viewing and most diverse wildlife can be found here. The lodge is luxurious and private and offers guests an authentic safari experience unique to Chitwa Chitwa. The cottages are thatched and intimate and the lodge can accommodate a maximum of ten guests in five en-suite chalets. Leopard Hills Game Reserve We offer a wide selection of safari lodges and camps for every taste and budget. Contact us for customized safari itineraries and pricing. Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve is situated in the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, bordering the Kruger National Park. A five star luxury lodge with fine dining, outstanding cuisine and an extensive wine cellar, is situated on a hilltop sanctuary overlooking a natural waterhole. Each of the glass fronted air-conditioned suites has private plunge pools and spectacular views out into the bush. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to South Africa destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Egypt Explore More Featured Tour Treasures of Egypt Looking for more tour options in Egypt? Consider these: 9 Days Experience the best of both worlds as we explore Egypt’s finest treasures in Luxor and Aswan in the Nile valley on board a luxurious Nile cruise and then see Cairo’s world wonders and historic sites in depth. f Splendid Egypt - 7 Days A 7 day tour of Egypt for those with limited time and yet want to enjoy a Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor and Cairo’s key attractions. This tour starts/ends in Cairo. Operates every Monday with a minimum of 2 persons. Day 1 - Cairo Transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Nile Shepherd Hotel/Cairo Marriott hotel or similar f Wonders of Egypt - 9 Days One of our best sellers. Offers a leisurely 4 nights Nile Cruise and 4 nights in Cairo This tour starts/ends in Cairo. Operates every Saturday with a minimum of 2 persons. Day 2 - Cairo Tour of the Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Ben Ezra Synagogue and Saint Sergius Church. After lunch, visit the Citadel and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. bl Essential Info Day 3 - Cairo - Luxor Transfer to Cairo airport for flight to Luxor. Board the Nile cruise. Tour the temples, the West Bank, the Valley of the Kings and Queens, The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. b l d Day 4 - Luxor - Edfu Sail to Edfu via Esna. On board Nile cruise. b l d Day 5 - Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan Horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus. Sail to Kom Ombo; visit Temple of Sobek and Haroeries. Sail to Aswan. On board Nile cruise. bld Day 6 - Aswan Visit the Aswan High Dam, the quarries & Philae Temple. View Kitchener’s Island Botanical garden and the Agha Khan Mausoleum by felucca. On board Nile cruise. b l d Day 7 - Aswan - Cairo Disembark and transfer to Aswan airport for flight to Cairo. Optional tour to Abu Simbel. Transfer to hotel in Cairo. Overnight at Nile Shepherd Hotel/ Cairo Marriott hotel or similar. b Day 8 - Cairo Tour to the Great Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza and Solar Boat Museum. Lunch, Visit Memphis, and Sakkara. Overnight at Nile Shepherd Hotel/Cairo Marriott hotel or similar. b l Day 9 - Cairo Departure Transfer to Cairo airport. b Highlights: • Cairo sightseeing including Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo •The Great Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza •Memphis & Sakkara •Cruising the River Nile •Temples of Luxor and Aswan Tour Includes: •4 nights accommodation in Cairo at the hotels listed or similar class First class - Cairo Shepherd Hotel or similar Deluxe class - Cairo Marriott Hotel or similar •4 nights Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan (or vice versa depending on the date of travel) First class - M/S Admiral or M/S Symphony or similar; Deluxe - M/S Ti Yi or M/S Tu Ya or similar •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •All transfers and sightseeing tours by luxury vehicles with English speaking local guides and assistants •Admissions to museums and attractions •Local taxes and service charges Note: Flights Cairo - Luxor - Aswan - Cairo are not included. Departs: Tour starts/ends in Cairo. 4 nights Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan operate on select days of the week. Contact our tour consultants for dates and availability. Minimum 2 persons required to operate the tour. f Classical Egypt - 11 Days Have plenty of time to cruise the Nile? Our Classical Egypt package includes a 6 night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Operates Monday with minimum 2 persons. Starts/ends in Cairo. f Hurghada - Red Sea Resort - 4 Days Stay at one of our specially contracted resort hotels on the Red sea. A perfect surf, dive and sun holiday in the Middle East. Operates daily with a minimum of 2 persons. (Flights to/from Hurghada are extra) f Sharm el Sheikh - Red Sea Resort - 4 Days Sharm El Sheikh is one of the world’s most extraordinary diving destinations. Let your eyes be tantalized by the white sandy beaches and endless desert landscape, which contrast with the crystal clear blue water of the Sinai Peninsula. Operates daily with a minimum of 2 persons. (Flights to/from Hurghada are extra) f Alexandria Extension - 3 Days Somewhere beneath the modern city of Alexandria lie the remains of Alexander the Great. Alexandria is a vibrant, Mediterranean city and a pleasant antidote to Cairo. Visit the excellent Museum and the nearby WW2 battlefields of El Alamein. f Jordan Explorer Extension - 5 Days Combine your Egyptian discovery with an action-packed 4-day extension to neighboring Jordan. Visit Jordan’s world wonder, the red rose city of Petra, the Wadi Rum desert of the Lawrence of Arabia fame, the Biblical attractions of Mt Nebo and Madaba and the Roman treasures of Jerash. This tour starts and ends in Amman. Operates daily with a minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Egypt destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 13 Egypt Featured Tour •Admissions to museums and attractions •Local taxes and service charges Spectacular Egypt Note: Flights Cairo - Luxor - Aswan - Cairo are not included. 11 Days Departs: Tour starts/ends in Cairo. 4 nights Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan operate on select days of the week. Contact our tour consultants for dates and availability. Minimum 2 persons required to operate the tour. Explore Egypt’s finest treasures in Luxor and Aswan in the Nile valley on board a luxurious Nile cruise and then see Cairo’s world wonders and Alexandria’s historic sites in depth. Day 1 - Cairo Arrival in Cairo and transfer to hotel. Overnight at Nile Shepherd Hotel/Cairo Marriott hotel or similar Day 2 - Cairo - Luxor Transfer to Cairo airport for flight to Luxor. Board the Nile cruise. Tour the temples, the West Bank, the Valley of the Kings and Queens, The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. On board Nile cruise. b l d Day 3 - Luxor - Edfu Sail to Edfu via Esna. On board Nile cruise. b l d Day 4 - Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan Horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus. Sail to Kom Ombo; Visit Temple of Sobek and Haroeries. Sail to Aswan. On board Nile cruise. M/S Nile Admiral (First class) Bazaar. Overnight at Nile Shepherd Hotel/Cairo Marriott hotel or similar. b l Day 10 - Cairo Tour the Great Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza and Solar Boat Museum. Lunch. Visit Memphis and Sakkara. Overnight at Nile Shepherd Hotel/Cairo Marriott hotel or similar. b l Day 11 - Cairo Departure Transfer to Cairo airport. b M/S TI YI (Deluxe class) bld Day 5 - Aswan Visit the Aswan High Dam, the quarries, the Philae Temple, Kitchener’s Island Botanical Garden and the Agha Khan Mausoleum by felucca. On board Nile cruise. b l d Day 6 - Aswan Disembark and transfer to your hotel in Aswan. Relax and enjoy the facilities of your hotel. Overnight at Pyramisa Isis Islands or similar. b Day 7 - Aswan - Abu Simbel - Cairo Transfer to Aswan airport for flight to Cairo. (Or optional tour to Abu Simbel by air.) Transfer to hotel in Cairo. Overnight at Nile Shepherd Hotel/Cairo Marriott hotel or similar. b Day 8 - Cairo - Alexandria - Cairo Full day Alexandria tour by private car & guide. Return to Cairo. Overnight at Nile Shepherd Hotel/Cairo Marriott hotel or similar. b Day 9 - Cairo Tour of the Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Ben Ezra Synagogue and Saint Sergius Church. Lunch. Visit the Citadel and Khan El Khalili 14 Essential Info Highlights: •Cairo sightseeing including Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo •The Great Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza •Memphis & Sakkara •Cruising the River Nile •Temples of Luxor and Aswan •Alexandria Excursion Tour Includes: •5 nights accommodation in Cairo at the hotels listed or similar class •4 nights Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan (or vice versa depending on the date of travel) • First Class: M/S Admiral or M/S Symphony or similar • Deluxe: M/S TiYi or M/S TuYa or similar •1 night accommodation in Aswan •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •All transfers and sightseeing tours by luxury vehicles with English speaking local guides and assistants Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Egypt destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Zimbabwe & Zambia Featured Tour Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe 3 Days Livingstone Victoria Falls, Zambia 3 Days Featured Tour Victoria Falls & Chobe Fly in Tour 5 Days Victoria Falls sits on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. Travellers can choose which country will be their point of arrival. We offer two fly-in packages from Johannesburg to both sides of the falls in Zimbabwe and Zambia. Day 1 - Johannesburg - Victoria Falls Flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Transfer to your choice of hotel. Day 1 - Johannesburg - Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Flight from Johannesburg, South Africa to Victoria Falls. Transfer to your choice of hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Day 2 - Victoria Falls Tour of Victoria Falls. Evening sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. b Day 2 - Victoria Falls Tour of Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. b Day 1 - 2 Johannesburg - Livingstone (Zambia) Flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone, Zambia. Transfer to the hotel of your choice for 2 nights stay. Our featured hotels include unlimited access to the Falls and African Queen Zambezi cruise. Other arrangements must be purchased on site. Hotel Zambezi Sun or Royal Livingstone. b Day 3 - Victoria Falls - Johannesburg Breakfast, transfer to the airport for return flight to Johannesburg. b Day 3 - Livingstone - Johannesburg After breakfast, mid-morning transfer to Livingstone airport for return flight to Johannesburg. b Tour Includes: • Round trip economy class fare Johannesburg - Victoria Falls - Johannesburg on scheduled flights (Taxes Excluded) • Accommodation • Daily Buffet Breakfast • Tour of the Falls and Sunset Cruise • Local taxes and service charges at hotels Tour Includes: • 2 nights accommodation in standard rooms at your choice of hotel including local taxes & service charge • 2 Breakfasts • Round trip economy class airfare Johannesburg - Livingstone - Johannesburg • Unlimited access to the Victoria Falls attractions & African Queen Zambezi cruise Departs: Tour operates daily from Johannesburg Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Departs: Tour operates daily from Johannesburg Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. ` Day 3 - 4 Victoria Falls - Chobe National Park Transfer to Chobe National Park in Botswana. Two nights at a lodge of your choice. Game drives and boat cruises on the Chobe River. bld Day 5 - Chobe - Victoria Falls - Johannesburg Breakfast, transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for the flight to Johannesburg. b Tour Includes: • Return economy class fare Johannesburg - Victoria Falls - Johannesburg on scheduled flights (Taxes Excluded) • Accommodation •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Tour of the Falls,cruise and game activities as per itinerary • Local taxes and service charges at hotels Hotels Used: • A’ Zambezi Hotel & Chobe Safari Lodge: Standard • The Kingdom at Victoria Falls & Chobe Safari Lodge: First Class • Victoria Falls Safari Lodge & Chobe Safari Lodge: Deluxe Class Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Zimbabwe/Zambia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 15 Zimbabwe & Zambia More Hotel Options Looking for more hotel options? Consider our preferred collection of the finest hotels and lodges: Elephant Hills Hotel Ilala Lodge Matetsi Lodge The Elephant Hills provides guests with a panoramic vista of the mighty Zambezi River and its surroundings. 276 rooms and an 18-hole golf course, designed by Gary Player, await you. A memorable blend of luxury and wilderness. For the nature lover, bird life abounds, whether on foot, or aboard a sunset cruise on a Zambezi riverboat to view the wildlife from a different vantage point. Ilala Lodge provides distinguished yet affordable accommodation in a gracious and secluded ambiance. Wild animals often graze on the hotel lawns with the spray of the falls in the background. Ilala offers 32 rooms with railway sleeper teak furnishings and patio doors leading on to either open lawn or a balcony. On the lush banks of the spectacular Zambezi River lies the Matetsi Water Lodge - a sophisticated yet sensitive harmony of teak, slate and thatch reflecting the themes of ancient Zimbabwe. Matetsi Lodge offers an unrivalled river experience in addition to spectacular game viewing and bird watching and a remarkable array of African wildlife. The lodge offers exhilarating water activities such as boat cruises, canoeing and fishing. Tongabezi Lodge A romantic hideaway on the banks of the Zambezi River just upstream of Victoria Falls. Offers a selection of houses and cottages, each beautifully furnished using local materials. Guests can dine beside the river or on their own private terrace. Tongabezi combines an exclusive ambience with the warmth and hospitality of the people of Zambia. Luxury safari trips are included, both on the river and in the bush. A perfect destination for honeymoons, weddings and special celebrations. 16 David Livingstone Safari Lodge David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa sits on the banks of the mighty Zambezi and consists of a two story hotel with 77 rooms. There are 72 river facing rooms and 5 luxury suites, positioned for stunning views of Siloka Island, close to Victoria Falls. The River Club The River Club is set among the lush riverside vegetation and has a distinct Edwardian flavour. Guests can enjoy the sights and sounds of Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River in a peaceful and tranquil setting away from the crowds. Ten luxury thatched chalets overlooking the river accommodate a maximum of 20 people. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Zimbabwe/ Zambia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Botswana Featured Tour Day 7 - Okavango - Kasane - Victoria Falls Johannesburg Fly to Kasane and transfer to Victoria Falls Airport to connect to Johannesburg. b Botswana Explorer 10 Days Includes: • Return economy class fare Johannesburg - Victoria Falls - Johannesburg on schedule flights (Taxes excluded) • Accommodation • Meals as specified in the itinerary (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Sunset cruise and land and water-based game activities as per itinerary • Local taxes and service charges at hotels Visits the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Savute National Park, Chobe National Park and the Victoria Falls. Eight nights are spent camping, with the final night at Matetsi Private Game Reserve, within easy reach of the Victoria Falls. Day 1 - 2 Okavango Delta Arrive Maun and light aircraft transfer to Nxabega Airstrip. Transfer to a luxury camp for two nights. Explore the crystal-clear channels, islands and waterways by dug-out canoe, and game-viewing walks. Accommodation in Luxury Tents. l d Day 3 - 4 Moremi Game Reserve Transfer by light aircraft to Moremi Wildlife Reserve, Africa ‘s most beautiful wildlife sanctuary. Two days extensive game-drives and two nights camping in the Reserve. Accommodation in Luxury Tents. b l d Day 5 - 6 Moremi Game Reserve - Savute National Park By road to Savute Park for lion and other predator viewing. Two nights camping next to the dry Savute Channel. Accommodation at Luxury Tents. b l d Day 7 - 8 Savute Park - Chobe National Park From Savute, move up to Northern Chobe. Camp two nights in the Serondela area and Northern Chobe. Accommodation at Luxury Tents. b l d Day 9 - Chobe National Park - Victoria Falls Drive to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Enjoy the facilities at Matetsi Water Lodge including a tour of the Falls. Accommodation at Matetsi Water Lodge. b d Day 10 - Departure Breakfast, transfer to Victoria Falls Airport. b Tour Includes: • Accommodation in luxury tents • Meet & Greet services • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Scheduled road transfers • Scheduled excursions and sightseeing • Seat on charter flight • Waterborne/game viewing activities as offered by the camps/lodges • National Parks entrance fees • Soft drinks, house wine, local beer, teas and coffees whilst camping and at Matetsi Water Lodge (premium brands to own account) • Domestic airport tax within Botswana • Emergency medical evacuation insurance Departs: Tour operates on specific dates. Starts in Maun, Botswana and ends in Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe). Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Featured Tour Victoria Falls, Chobe & Okavango Delta 7 Days Day 1 - Johannesburg - Victoria Falls Flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Transfer to your hotel on arrival at Victoria Falls. Accommodation in Victoria Falls. Day 2 - Victoria Falls Tour of Victoria Falls. Evening sunset cruise on the Zambezi. Accommodation in Victoria Falls. b Day 3 - 4 Victoria Falls - Chobe National Park Transfer to Chobe National Park in Botswana, two nights accommodation in the park or at a selection of lodges outside. Game drives and boat cruises. Accommodation in Chobe. b l d Day 5-6 - Chobe - Okavango Delta Transfer by air to the Okavango Delta. Two nights camping. Explore the channels, islands, lagoons by Mokoros, by boat or on wilderness walks. b l d Hotels Used: • A’ Zambezi Hotel & Chobe Safari Lodge: Standard • The Kingdom at Victoria Falls & Chobe Safari Lodge: First Class • Victoria Falls Safari Lodge & Chobe Safari Lodge: Deluxe Class Tour operates daily. Starts/ends in Johannesburg. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Explore More Looking for more safari options in Botswana? Consider these: f Botswana Sanctuaries - 7 Days Explore three of Botswana’s best wildlife sanctuaries. Experience the peace and tranquillity of the Okavango Delta and the teeming wildlife of Moremi and Chobe National Park on a hasslefree fly in safari. You’ll spend two days in the Delta in one of its most remote permanent water sites, followed by tracking animals and bird watching in Moremi and finally Chobe National Park, home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. f Customized Itineraries in Botswana Customized safaris in Botswana is our specialty. We offer a wide selection of environmentallyfriendly camps, as well as a plethora of overland safaris. In this way we offer Botswana’s finest wildlife reserves, while remaining fiercely committed to protecting our planet’s precious natural and cultural resources. Contact us for information and itineraries. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Botswana destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 17 Namibia Featured Tour Day 3 - Kalahari - Fish River Canyon Travel to the Fish River Canyon and take a sundowner mountain walk. Overnight Fish River Canyon. b d Namibia Highlights 11 Days Day 4 - Nama Karoo Desert Visit the rim of the Fish River Canyon and a nature drive to observe the fragile plant and wildlife of the Nama Karoo. Overnight Fish River Canyon. b d Stretching along the west coast of Southern Africa is Namibia, a hauntingly beautiful country with wide open spaces, deserts, wildlife, big skies and friendly people. On this 11day highlights tour you will explore the endless beauty and stunning sights that Namibia has to offer. Day 5 - Fish River Canyon - Aus Depart for Aus at the edge of the Succulent Karoo Desert. Afternoon nature drive. Overnight at Aus. b d Day 1 - Windhoek - Namib Desert Depart via Spreetshoogte Pass and Solitaire to the lodge in the Namib Desert for two nights. d Day 2 - Sossusvlei Sossusvlei excursion. Climb the world’s highest sand dunes. Visit the Sesriem Canyon. Lunch. Afternoon nature drive. b l d Day 3 - Namib Desert - Swakopmund (Unguided) Travel via Kuiseb Canyon to Swakopmund. Overnight in Swakopmund. b Day 4 - Swakopmund (Unguided) Explore Swakopmund Meet fellow travellers and guide for dinner. Overnight in Swakopmund. b d Day 5 - Swakopmund - Damaraland Depart for Henties Bay. See the Rock Art and the Organ Pipes at Twyfelfontein. Packed lunch. Arrive at remote lodge in Damaraland for two nights. b l Day 6 - Damaraland A nature drive in Damaraland, one of the last wilderness areas in Africa. Lunch. Guided walk or at leisure. b l Day 7 - Damaraland - Otjiwarongo Depart Damaraland. Visit a Himba village to learn about semi-nomadic people. Arrive at small game farm. Overnight near Otjiwarongo. bd Day 8 - Otjiwarongo - Etosha Morning walk in the park. Travel to Etosha National Park. Game drive. Overnight near Etosha National Park. b d Day 9/10 - Etosha National Park Two full days in the Park. Overnight near Etosha National Park. b d Day 11 Etosha - Windhoek Depart for Windhoek. Tour ends in Windhoek. b 18 Day 6 - Luderitz An excursion to the diamond towns of Kolmanskop and Luderitz. Stop at a watering point for the feral horses of the Namib. b d Essential Info Tour Includes: •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Accommodation, porterage, transportation, sightseeing as specified. Departs: Tour operates every Wednesday; starts/ends inWindhoek. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Day 7 - Aus - Namib Desert Travel to one of the oldest deserts on earth, the Namib Desert. Overnight near Namib Naukluft Park. b d Day 8 - Sossusvlei Morning drive to the Namib Naukluft Park and visit the dunes at Sossusvlei, Dead Vlei and the Sesriem Canyon. Explore the Petrified Dunes. Overnight near Namib Naukluft Park. b d Day 9 - Namib Desert - Windhoek Travel back to Windhoek where the tour ends. b Essential Info Featured Tour Four Deserts of Namibia 9 Days Not just one desert but four and also the grand sights of southern Namibia. The nine-day route takes you through four nature reserves. The Kalahari Desert, the Fish River Canyon in the Nama Karoo Desert, the Succulent Karoo Desert and Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert. Tour Includes: •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Accommodation, porterage, transportation, sightseeing as specified. Departs: Tour operates every Wednesday: starts/ ends in Windhoek. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Day 1 - Windhoek - Kalahari Desert Travel to Hardap Dam. View the wildlife on the lake and game park. Arrive at the Kalahari Desert and relax at the lodge. d Day 2 - Kalahari Desert Relax at the pool. A sundowner drive in the red dunes of the Kalahari. Overnight Kalahari Desert. bd Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Namibia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Namibia Explore More Featured Tour Southern Namibia Looking for more safari options in Namibia? Consider these: 7 Days f Namibia Flying Safari - 7 Days An opportunity to cover vast distances and visit the main attractions of this sunbaked land by flying to the Fish River Canyon, Seseriem in the Namib Desert, Swakopmund, Skeleton Coast and Etosha National Park. The tour starts and ends in Windhoek. Operates selected Mondays with a minimum 2 persons. 7 Days Moon Landscape. Overnight at Swakopmund. bd Day 1 - Windhoek - Kalahari Desert Travel into the Kalahari Desert and undertake a scenic sunset drive (in open vehicles). Overnight in Kalahari region. d Day 2 - Kalahari Desert - Fish River Canyon Visit a Quiver tree forest near Keetmanshoop. Continue via Naute Dam to northern fringes of Fish River Canyon. Overnight near Fish River. b d Day 3 - Fish River Canyon - Aus Walk along the rim of one of the world’s largest canyons. Travel to Aus and visit the Aus Information Centre. Optional sundowner drive (for own account) to watch feral horses of the Namib Desert. Overnight in Aus. b d Day 4 - Aus - Maltahöhe See the ever-changing beautiful vistas of the desert landscapes when driving along the Namib Desert. Overnight Maltahöhe region. b d Day 5 - Maltahöhe - Namib Naukluft Park Start early to Sossusvlei. 4x4 scenic drive into heart of the Namib Dunes. Visit Sesriem Canyon en route past Naukluft Mountains. Overnight near Namib Naukluft Park. b d Day 6 - Namib Naukluft Park - Swakopmund Travel through Kuiseb Canyon to the coast. Visit Walvis Bay and its well-known lagoon. Arrive at Swakopmund and join a sundowner drive to Day 7 - Swakopmund - Windhoek Explore lovely Swakopmund (unguided) in the morning. After lunch (own account) continue inland. Arrive in Windhoek late afternoon. b Essential Info Tour Includes: Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner), accommodation, porterage, transportation, sightseeing as specified. Departs: Tour operates every Saturday: starts/ends in Windhoek. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. f Cultural Tour - 7 Days This tour travels through the unspoiled western region of the Etosha National Park. It offers visitors insight into the rural life, history and culture of Namibian tribes. Some highlights include the open air ‘cultural village’ museum at Tsumeb, Treesleeper camp near Tsintsabis and the Ombili Foundation (an upliftment project for San Farmers and a visit to a typical nomadic Himba tribe ‘kraal’ (settlement). This tour starts and ends in Windhoek. Operates on selected Mondays with a minimum 2 persons. f Sossusvlei Tour - 3 Days Spend two nights at a lodge on the border of the Namib Desert with stunning scenery and miles of desolate and beautiful desert. Visit Sossusvlei to climb one of the highest sand dunes in the world and the Sesriem Canyon. Tour departs from Windhoek or Swakopmund and ends in either Windhoek or Swakopmund. Operates daily with a minimum 2 persons. f Caprivi Tour - 6 Days Spend 6 days travelling between Windhoek and either Kasane in Botswana or Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Explore the game parks in the northeast of Namibia by game drive or river cruise. This is an area of a wide variety of wildlife and prolific birdlife. This tour starts in Windhoek and ends in Kasane, Botswana. Operates on selected Saturday with a minimum 2 persons. f Etosha Tour - 4 Days A 4 day tour to explore the Etosha National Park, probably Namibia’s most popular destination and one of the greatest wildlife-viewing venues in the world. Despite the fact that this is a semi-arid area, it is home to most of Africa’s big game species. The tour departs from either Swakopmund or Windhoek and ends in Windhoek. Operates every Wednesday and Saturday with a minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Namibia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 19 Rwanda & Uganda Featured Tour Day 2 - Entebbe - Bwindi Forest National Park Visit Bwindi National Park home to rare mountain gorillas and a wide variety of primates. Overnight at Buhoma homestead or Community bandas. b Rwanda Gorilla & Chimp Trek 6 Days Day 3 - Bwindi Forest National Park Guided visit to track the gorillas. Spend time in awe watching the gorillas go about their activities. Each encounter is different and has its own rewards. Enjoy the close view of adults feeding, grooming and resting as the youngsters frolic and swing from vines in a delightfully playful display. Return to camp. Dinner and overnight at the homestead. b Rwanda, often referred to as the ‘Land of a Thousand Hills’ due to its mountainous and irregular terrain, is once again a safe and welcoming destination to visit. Boasting superb gorilla and chimp trekking, abundant birdlife, a rich variety of fauna and flora accompanied by a beautiful and welcoming people. Our 6 Day Gorilla & Chimp trek is a small treasure for the discerning traveller. Day 1 - Kigali - Butare - Nyungwe Arrive Kigali and transfer to the Novotel Umubano hotel for coffee and briefing. Depart for Butare. Visit the King’s Palace, the National Museum. Lunch. Drive to Nyungwe Forest Reserve. Overnight: Gisakura Guest House. l d Day 2 - Nyungwe Forest Visit Nyungwe Forest Reserve for primate tracking. Lunch. Visit a tea plantation and factory. Overnight: Gisakura Guest House. b l d Day 3 - Nyungwe Forest Second visit in search of chimps. Lunch. Drive to Cyangungu on the shores of Lake Kivu. Take a speed boat to the lake resort of Kibuye. Lunch in Kibuye. Continue boat journey to Kivu Sun. Overnight: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel. b l d Day 4 - Kibuye To Volcanoes National Park Drive to Ruhengeri for Gorilla trekking. Picnic lunch. Drive to the lodge in Kinigi. Overnight: Gorilla Mountain View Lodge. b l d Day 5 - Parc National Des Volcanes Mountain Gorillas - Kigali Visit the Volcano Park office for gorilla permit formalities. Drive to Parc National des Volcans. Briefing by the park’s guides. Gorilla trek begins. Lunch. Visit twin lakes Bulera & Ruhondo before proceeding back to Kigali. Overnight: Kigali. b l Day 6 - Kigali Transfer to the airport for your outbound departure flight. 20 Essential Info Tour Includes: • 1 Gorilla permit per person • All airport transfers and assistance • All accommodation and meals as per itinerary • Transport in 4x4 tourist built jeeps • English speaking driver-guide • Entrance fee for the Museum • All entrance fees in Nyungwe • Mineral water while tracking and on safari •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) Departs: Tour operates any day on request. Starts/ends in Kigali. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Featured Tour Uganda Gorilla 7 Days Trek With this 7-day itinerary you will have just enough time to see Uganda’s finest National Parks together with the country’s full spectrum of wildlife, from mountain gorillas in Bwindi National Park to prides of lions on the Savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Day 1 - Arrive Entebbe Arrive Entebbe International Airport. Transfer to Hotel in Kampala for overnight. Day 4 - Queen Elisabeth National Park Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You may see lion, buffalo, elephants, bushbucks, and the occasional leopard. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge or similar. b Day 5 - Queen Elisabeth National Park Drive to Kyambura Gorge for a thrilling Chimpanzee safari. Retire to the lodge for dinner and overnight. Mweya Safari Lodge or similar. b Day 6 - Queen Elisabeth National Park Kampala Morning game drive. Visit the Katwe saline to see how salt is mined locally. Return to Kampala. Overnight in Kampala. Accommodation at Selected Hotel. b Day 7 - Depart Kampala (Entebbe) Transfer to Entebbe International Airport. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • Transfer from the airport to hotel and return • Accommodation as per itinerary “or similar” •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • 1 Gorilla Trek Permit • Sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary • Transportation Departs: Tour operates daily on request. Starts/ends in Kigali. Minimum of 2 persons/ required to operate the tour. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Uganda/Rwanda destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Morocco Featured Tour Day 2 - Rabat - Meknes - Fez Drive to Fez. Stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the sacred town of Moulay Idriss. Continue via Meknes to Fez. Hotel Royal Mirage or Similar. b d Imperial Cities of Morocco 7 Days Day 3 - Fez Full day sightseeing of Fez. b d Day 4 - Fez - Midelt - Erfoud Depart for Midelt. Sightseeing and continue to Erfoud Palm’s Club or Similar. b d Day 5 - Erfoud - Tineghir - Ouarzazate Depart for Tineghir via Rissani. Visit the ruins of Ksar Abbar. Continue to Ouarzazate via El Kelaa M’gouna and the Dades valley. Berbere Palace Hotel or Similar. b d Delve into the deep history and vibrant culture of the Imperial Cities as you trace the paths left by ancient civilizations. Morocco’s imperial cities tour takes you through thousand-year-old repositories that played a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s past. Day 1 - Casablanca - Rabat Arrival at Casablanca and transfer to the city for brief sightseeing tour of the capital and proceed to Rabat. Hotel Chellah or Similar. d Day 2 - Rabat - Meknes - Fez Drive to Fez. Stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the sacred town of Moulay Idriss. Continue via Meknes to Fez. Check-in at the Hotel. Hotel Royal Mirage or Similar. b d Day 3 - Fez Full day sightseeing of Fez. Hotel Royal Mirage or Similar. b d Day 4 - Fez - Marrakech Departure to Marrakesh through the wooded and mountainous region via Beni-Mellal. L’Atlas Hotel or Similar. b d Day 5 - Marrakech Full day visit of Marrakesh. Fantasia dinner and folklore show under the tents. L’Atlas Hotel or Similar. b d Day 6 - Marrakech - Casablanca Departure to Casablanca. Hotel Sheraton or Similar. b d Day 7 - Casablanca - Airport Breakfast, departure transfer to airport. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • 6 nights accommodation as per itinerary “or similar” •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Fantasia dinner in Marrakesh on Day 5 • Deluxe and air-conditioned vehicle for the whole tour • Services of a qualified multilingual speaking guide • Entrance fees to monuments and porterage of luggage • Tips at hotels, taxes and services Departs: Tour operates every Saturday. Starts/ends in Casablanca. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Featured Tour Grand Tour Of Morocco 10 Days From Casablanca This itinerary provides the extra time to visit the Imperial Cities and to discover the Moroccan South with its garrison towns, berber villages, casbahs and desert. Day 1 - Casablanca - Rabat Arrival at Casablanca and transfer to the city for brief sightseeing tour of the capital and proceed to Rabat. Hotel Chellah or Similar. d Day 6 - Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou Marrakesh Visit Ouarzazate then depart to Ait Ben Haddou village. Continue to Marrakesh. Atlas Asni Hotel or Similar. b d Day 7 - Marrakesh Full day sightseeing in Marrakesh. Atlas Asni Hotel or Similar. b d Day 8 - Marrakesh - Essaouira Departure to Essaouira, a typical Portuguese harbour with fine examples of both Moorish and Portuguese art. Ryad Mogador or Similar. bd Day 9 - Essaouira - Oualidia - Casablanca Return to Casablanca via El Jadida with a stop at El Oualidia. Hotel Idou Anfa or Similar. b d Day 10 - Casablanca - Airport Departure transfer to Casablanca airport. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • 9 nights accommodation as per itinerary “or similar” •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Deluxe and air-conditioned vehicle. • Services of a qualified multilingual speaking guide • Entrance fees to monuments and porterage of luggage • Tips at hotels, taxes and services Departs: Tour operates every Sunday. Starts/ends in Casablanca. Minimum of 4 persons/ required to operate the tour. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Morocco destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 21 Tunisia Featured Tour Featured Tour Tunisia Jeep Safari Discover Tunisia 7 Days 5 Days Day 1 - Tunis - Hammamet Arrive in Tunis and transfer to your hotel in Hammamet. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Le Sultan or similar. d Day 2 - Hammamet - El Djem - Matmata Depart for El Dejm and visit the Roman Amphitheatre and proceed to Sfax for a city tour. Lunch at the Hotel Marzouk. After lunch depart for Gabes for a walk through an oasis and Matmata to visit a local Berber family. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Diar El Barbar or similar. b l d On the north coast of Africa, caressed by the warm waters of the Mediterranean, lies the fascinating country of Tunisia. Offering a superb blend of year-round sunshine, a wealth of historical sites and a warm welcome from its friendly people, Tunisia is a great holiday destination. Day 1 - Arrival Tunis Arrival at Tunis and transfer to your hotel. Hotel Le Sultan or similar. d Day 2 - Hammamet - Monastir - El Jem - Sfax Depart for Hammamet and Monastir. Sightseeing and continue to El Djem to see the Roman Amphitheatre. Overnight in Sfax. Hotel Mercure Sfax or similar. b d Day 3 - Sfax - Gabes - Matmata - Douz Depart for Gabes. Visit the salt mines and the local traditional market. Continue to Matmata to see cave dwellings and meet a Berber family. Overnight in Douz. El Mouradi Douz Hotel or similar. b d Day 4 - Douz - Chott El Jerrid - Tozeur - Nefta - Tozeur Cross the salt lake Chott El Jerid to Tozeur. Excursion to Nefta and back to Tozeur. Visit the oasis and Dar Cherait museum. Hotel El Mouradi Tozeur or similar. b d Day 5 - Tozzeur - Chebika - Tamerza - Mides - Tozeur Depart by 4x4 vehicles on an off-road excursion to Chebika. Visit the Oasis on the rock and 22 continue to Tamerza. Afternoon at leisure. Hotel El Mouradi Tozeur or similar. b d Day 6 - Tozeur - Kairouan Afternoon depart for Kairouan. Hotel La Kasbah. b d Day 7 - Kairouan - Sousse - Tunis airport Visit the Grand Mosque, the Barber Mausoleum and the Aghlabites pools and the Souks. Depart for Sousse to see the Medina and the museum. Transfer to the Tunis airport. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • Hotel accommodation at hotels specified on similar available including taxes and service charges •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Transportation for all transfers and sightseeing tours • Services of a English speaking guide throughout • Entrance Fees and permits where required Departs: Tour operates daily. Starts/ends in Tunis Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Day 3 - Matmata - El Hamma - Tozeur Depart for El Hamma, Kebili and Douz. Sightseeing. Continue to the sand dunes of Nouail, Bildet and Zaafrane. Cross the salt lake of Chott El Jerid to Tozeur. Lunch. After lunch visit the Tozeur Oasis and Dar Cherait Museum. Overnight at Hotel El Mouradi Tozeur or similar. bld Day 4 - Tozeur - Hammamet Depart for Chebika and visit an oasis on the rocks and the waterfall of Tamerza. Continue to Gafsa and lunch. Afternoon return to Hammamet via Kairouan. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Le Sultan or similar. b l d Day 5 - Hammamet - Tunis Transfer to the Tunis airport. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • 4 nights accommodation at hotels listed in the itinerary or similar •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Services of an English speaking guide for 5 days. •Entrance fees to sites and museums mentioned. •Local taxes and service charges Departs: Tour operates daily. Starts/ends in Tunis Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Tunisia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Islands of the Indian Ocean & Mozambique With our intimate knowledge of Africa and the region and many years of experience, we are also the natural choice for the design and operation of any customized individual or group packages to some of the better known islands and destinations in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Africa. We can develop a package that features and combines the very best of the region in a fine balance of travelling, sightseeing and leisure time. We have a large array of hotel and resort products in the idyllic islands of Seychelles and Mauritius for any theme, event or function and off the beaten path touring and largely untapped exploring opportunities in Madagascar. For more information and enquiries, please contact one of our helpful Africa tour consultants. Madagascar Madagascar is an Indian Ocean island nation home to more than 250,000 species of which 70% are found nowhere else on the globe. Exploring Madagascar is a rewarding experience. Madagascar’s wildlife is among the best in the world in terms of diversity, abundance and approachability and travel to Madagascar for this purpose is most rewarding. Madagascar also offers spectacular landscapes, an unusual history, and countryside full of generally friendly and wonderful people. Tourcan offers a unique 11-day itinerary titled “Southern Madagascar”. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com for details. Seychelles Mozambique The southeastern African country of Mozambique has a lot to offer Travellers from its local cultures and colonial architecture to its inspiring landscape and warmth. Bordering the Indian Ocean on the east, Mozambique boasts gorgeous beaches and islands. From the developed capital city of Maputo to the charming coastal town of Pemba, Mozambique is a great vacation destination! Tourcan offers a 5 day Mozambique package with Indigo Bay Island Resort and Bazaruto Island getaways. The Republic of Seychelles comprises 115 islands in the western Indian Ocean. It represents an archipelago of legendary beauty which lies between 480km and 1,600km from the east coast of Africa. The islands of the Seychelles archipelago cluster around the main island of Mahé, home to the international airport and the capital, Victoria, and its satellites Praslin and La Digue. Together, these Inner Islands form the cultural and economic hub of the nation and contain the majority of Seychelles’ tourism facilities as well as its most stunning beaches. Tourcan offers a wide range of resort stays for a variety of interests including honeymoon getaways and island hopping packages and a great combination for those wishing to relax after exploring Africa. Mauritius Mauritius is often called ‘a slice of paradise on the Indian Ocean’. One of the most popular destinations for tourists from all over the world, it enchants visitors and compels one to explore its amazing beauty and serenity. Mauritius offers splendid vacation options for honeymooners, scuba divers and nature lovers and is an ideal getaway destination after an African safari. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Africa destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 23 Jordan Middle East Featured Tour Jordan Classic Essential Info 8 Days This is your all encompassing tour of Jordan. Includes the modern sophistication of the capital Amman, the vast echoing deserts of Wadi Rum, the hidden beauty of Petra and the ancient Roman ruins at Jerash. Other highlights include visits to the Red Sea resort of Aqaba, the Dead Sea and biblical ruins of Madaba, Mt Nebo and Kerak Castles. Day 1 - Arrival Amman Met on arrival and transfer to hotel in Amman. Le Merdien Hotel. Day 2 - Amman - Um Qeis - Ajlun - Jerash Amman Depart north to visit Um Qeis, a city rich with basalt ruins and overlooking the Jordan Valley, Golan Heights and Lake Tiberius (the sea of Galilee). Visit the village of Ajlun with its fortress and then Jerash, one of the best preserved Graeco-Roman cities. Le Merdien Hotel. b Highlights: •Greco-Roman city of Jerash •The capital city of Amman •The Dead Sea •Biblical towns of Madaba and ruins of Mt Nebo •The World Wonder, the Red Rose city of Petra •The Wadi Rum Desert of Lawrence of Arabia fame Day 6 - Petra - Beida - Wadi Rum - Aqaba Proceed to Beida, also known as little Petra. Continue south to the enchanting desert of Wadi Rum for a sunset jeep safari. Enjoy a cup of traditional Bedouin tea and continue to the city of Aqaba. Movenpick Resort. b Tour Includes: • Meet and greet service on arrivals • Hotel Accommodation at hotels listed or similar • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Sightseeing tours as per itinerary with admissions • The services of English speaking local guides • Horse riding in Petra • Wadi Rum desert adventure by 4 X 4 jeeps with driver/guides • Porterage at airports • Local taxes and service charges (Subject to increases) Day 7 - Aqaba - Amman Free day. Late afternoon transfer back to Amman. Le Merdien Hotel. b Departs: Guaranteed departures with Minimum 2 persons per departure. Operates Daily. Day 5 - Full Day Visit Of Petra Full day visit of the ancient Nabatean Capital gradually unfolding the mysteries of the Red Rose City, a world wonder. Return to hotel. Petra Movenpick Resort. b Day 8 - Depart Amman Transfer to the airport. b Day 3 - Amman City Tour - Dead Sea Tour of Amman, the ruins of the Roman amphitheatre, the Citadel and the Ummayad Palace. Transfer to the Dead Sea. Kempinski Ishtar Hotel. b Day 4 - Dead Sea - Madaba - Mt Nebo - Kerak - Petra Visit the Christian Town of Madaba and Mount Nebo, the site of the endearing monastery. Proceed to Kerak through Wadi Mujib, to visit the Kerak castle. Depart to Petra. Petra Movenpick Resort. b 24 Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Jordan destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Jordan Wadi Rum used to entertain their guests. Continue to Wadi Rum, where lunch is served followed by a jeep safari inside the Wadi. Watch the sunset over a cup of Bedouin tea and proceed to the Bedouin camp deep inside the desert. Traditional Bedouin dinner and overnight at camp. b l d Featured Tour Jordan Explorer 5 Days Day 7 - Wadi Rum - Dana - Amman Departure to the Dana Nature Reserve for a guided hiking tour. Lunch at the Guest House. Return to Amman for dinner and overnight. Le Meridien Hotel. b l d Day 1 - Arrival Amman Met on arrival and transfer to hotel in Amman. Le Merdien Hotel. Day 2 - Amman City Tour - Wadi Rum - Petra Tour of Amman to visit the ruins of the Roman Amphitheatre, the Citadel and the Ummayad Palace. Depart south to Wadi Rum Desert. Jeep tour inside the Wadi. Watch the sunset over a cup of traditional Bedouin tea and proceed to Petra. Petra Movenpick Resort. b Day 3 - Petra Full day visit of the ancient Nabatean Capital gradually unfolding the mysteries of the Red Rose City, a world wonder. Return to hotel. Petra Movenpick Resort. b Day 4 - Petra - Madaba - Mount Nebo - Jerash - Amman Breakfast. Departure to visit Madaba and Mount Nebo. Continue to Jerash to see the best preserved Graeco-Roman City. Return to Amman. Le Merdien Hotel. b Day 5 - Departure Amman Transfer to airport. b Highlights: •Graeco-Roman city of Jerash •The capital city of Amman •Biblical towns of Madaba and ruins of Mt. Nebo •The World Wonder of Petra •The Wadi Rum Desert of Lawrence of Arabia fame Tour Includes: • Meet and greet service on arrivals • Hotel accommodation as listed or similar • Daily buffet breakfast at hotels (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, b -Dinner) • Sightseeing tours as per itinerary • The services of English speaking local guides • Horse riding in Petra • Wadi Rum desert adventure by 4 X 4 jeeps with driver/guides • Porterage at airports • Local taxes and service charges (Subject to increases) Departs: Guaranteed departures with Minimum 2 persons per departure. Operates Daily. Day 8 - Amman Departure Transfer to Amman airport. b Essential Info Featured Tour Nabatean Wonder 8 Days Day 1 - Arrival Amman Upon arrival, meet and transfer to hotel in Amman. Dinner and overnight. Le Meridien Hotel. d Day 2 - Amman - Ajlun - Jerash - Dead Sea Amman A short trip to the Ajlun castle, followed by a visit to the Graeco-Roman city of Jerash. After lunch drive down to the lowest point on earth for a dip in the Dead Sea. Return to Amman. Dinner and overnight. Le Meridien Hotel. b d Day 3 - Amman - Madaba - Mt. Nebo - Wadi Mujib - Kerak - Petra Explore the King’s Highway, which was once part of the ancient Silk Road. Visit the Mosaic town of Madaba and Mount Nebo for a view over the Jordan Valley. Continue to Wadi Mujib and proceed to the Crusader’s Castle of Kerak. After lunch proceed to Petra for dinner and overnight. Petra Movenpick Hotel. b l d Day 4 - Petra Full day visit to the Red Rose City of Petra. Lunch inside the city. Dinner and overnight. Petra Movenpick Hotel. b l d Day 5 - Petra Second entry to explore the upper parts of the city. Lunch inside the city or lunch box enroute. Dinner and overnight at Petra hotel. Petra Movenpick Hotel. b l d Day 6 - Petra - Beida - Wadi Rum Visit Little Petra the place where the Nabateans Highlights: •Ajlun castle, the Graeco-Roman city of Jerash. •The Dead sea •Madaba, the Biblical Mt Nebo, Kerak castle •Red rose city of Petra •Wadi Rum desert experience •Dana Nature reserve Tour Includes: • Meet and greet service on arrivals. • Hotel Accommodation at hotels listed or similar • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Sightseeing tours as per itinerary with admissions • The services of English speaking local guides • Horse riding in Petra • Wadi Rum desert adventure by 4 X 4 jeeps with driver/guides • Porterage at airports • Local taxes and service charges Departs Guaranteed departures with minimum of 2 persons per departure. Operates daily. Explore More Looking for more tour options in Jordan? Consider these: f SINAI CONNECTION - 6 Days If you are a disembarking cruise Traveller in the gulf port of Aqaba or someone enjoying a vacation at the Red Sea, our Sinai Connection tour package is the ideal option to explore Jordan’s treasures. The tour starts in Aqaba and ends in Amman. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Jordan destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 25 Turkey Featured Tour underground city of Kaymakli. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia. Dedeman Hotel. b d Treasures Of Turkey 14 Days Day 11 - Cappadocia - Ankara Visit the Agzikarahan Caravanserai from the Selcuk period. Drive to Ankara, the capital city of Turkey. Overnight in Ankara. Dedeman Hotel. b Day 12 - Ankara - Bursa Visit the Anatolian civilization museum and the mausoleum of Kemal Ataturk. Drive to Bursa. Dinner and overnight. Hotel Celikpalas. b This is your ultimate Turkey discovery tour. From the cosmopolitan capital of Istanbul to the ancient remnants of the Ottoman Empire and Greek, Roman and Seljuk civilisations. We discover the surreal landscapes, ancient cities with impressive remains from the Greco-Roman times. Other highlights of Turkey experienced on this comprehensive journey include the magnificent ancient site of Ephesus, the fabled walled city of Troy and the sobering battlefields of Gallipoli. Day 1 - Arrive Istanbul Met on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Evening is free. Anemon Hotel. Day 2 - Istanbul Discover the Byzantine and Ottoman treasures of Istanbul. Visit the Royal Topkapi Palace, home of the Ottoman Sultans, the Blue Mosque, the Roman hippodrome square, St. Sophia and the Spice Bazaar. Anemon Hotels. b Day 3 - Istanbul - Troy - Canakkale Drive to Gallipoli. Cross the Dardanelles Strait by ferry. Visit ancient Troy. Dinner. Overnight in Canakkale. Iris Hotel. b d Day 4 - Canakkale - Pergamon - Izmir Drive to Pergamon. Visit the Acropolis, the Temple of Trojan and the library. Visit Asclepion, the ancient healing center and the red Basilica which is one of the Seven Churches of the Apocalypse. Overnight in Izmir Anemon Hotel. b 26 Day 5 - Izmir - Ephesus - Izmir Leave for Ephesus, cradle of early Christianity. Visit the house of the Virgin Mary, the ancient Ephesus, home to the temple of Diana which is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Overnight in Izmir. Anemon Hotels. b Day 6 - Izmir - Sardes - Pamukkale Drive to Sardes capital of ancient Lydia. Visit the temple of Cybele. See the Golden River Pactalos. Proceed to Pamukkale for dinner and overnight. Hotel Colosae. b d Day 7 - Hierapolis - Aphrodisias - Antalya Tour of Pamukkale, noted ancient spa, where pure white travertines forms frozen waterfalls. Drive to Aphrodisias, the city of the Goddess of Love. Continue to Antalya for dinner and overnight. Dedeman Hotel. b d Day 13 - Bursa - Istanbul Visit the Green Mosque, the Green Tomb and Bursas colorful Silk Bazaar. Drive to Istanbul. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul. Anemon Hotel. b Day 14 - Istanbul - End Of Tour Transfer to Istanbul airport. b Essential Info Highlights: •Istanbul: Royal Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, Roman Hippodrome Square, St. Sophia and the Spice Bazaar •Gallipoli, Troy and Canakkale •Izmir, Ephesus and Cappadocia •Antalya & Turkish Riviera •Ankara & Bursa Day 9 - Antalya - Konya - Cappadocia Depart for Konya. Visit the Mevlana museum. Afternoon continue to Cappadocia where nature has scoured surrealistic moonscape shapes and where the persecuted Christians dug underground cities and churches. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia. Dedeman Hotel. b d Tour Includes: • Hotel accommodation at hotels listed or similar class in standard rooms • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Sightseeing as per itinerary • Arrival escorted transfer • Transportation by airconditioned bus or van • English speaking professional tour guide throughout • Entry fees to sites and museums mentioned in the program • Porterage at hotels • Tips to hotel and restaurant staff • Service charges & local taxes Day 10 - Cappadocia Full day Cappadocia visit, including the Goreme Open Air Museum, Avanos the pottery making town, the natural citadel of Uchisar and the Departs: Guaranteed select departure dates from April - December. Starts/ends in Istanbul. Minimum 2 persons per departure. Day 8 - Antalya Full day excursion to the ancient Pamphylian, the Hellenistic and Roman cities of Perge and Aspendod and archaeological museum. Dinner and overnight. Dedeman Hotel. b d Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Turkey destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Turkey Featured Tour Istanbul & Cappadocia Explore More Looking for more tour options in Turkey? Consider these: 6 Days f Seven Churches Of Revelation Tour - 6 Days Visit all of the Seven churches mentioned by St John in the book of Revelations. Each was a founding community of Christianity. We also take you to the house of the Virgin Mary and other important Christian Antiquities and sites in the region. The tour starts in Istanbul and ends in Izmir. Operates on request only. Minimum 2 persons required to operate the tour. Intercontinental Bosphorus Bridge to visit the Çamlica Hill and the Beylerbeyi Palace. Overnight in Istanbul. President Hotel. b l Day 1 - Arrive Istanbul Arrive to Istanbul transfer to hotel. President Hotel Day 2 - Istanbul Full day Historical Istanbul Tour; visit the Hagia Sophia Church Museum (closed on Mondays), built in the 6th century, once was the largest Christian Church in the world), the Topkapi Palace Museum, the Imperial Residence of Ottoman Sultans, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome Square and then the world famous Grand Covered Bazaar. Lunch at a local restaurant. Overnight in Istanbul. President Hotel. b l Day 3 - Cappadocia Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kayseri. Transfer to your hotel. Full day touring to see the remnants of some older churches, rock formations and Kaymakli Underground City, the place early Christians hid from persecutors. Overnight in Cappadocia. Peri Tower Hotel. b l d Day 4 - Cappadocia Visit Pasabagi in Zelve where monks used to live in seclusion. Proceed to the pottery town of Avanos. Afternoon visit to the Open Air Museum in Goreme to visit the early Christian Churches. Overnight in Cappadocia. Peri Tower Hotel. b l d Day 5 - Cappadocia - Istanbul Fly back to Istanbul. Transfer to the city and join a full day Bosphorus & Asia Tour. After lunch at a local restaurant across to the Asian side via the Day 6 - Istanbul Transfer to Istanbul airport. b Essential Info Highlights: •Istanbul: Royal Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Roman hippodrome square, St. Sophia, the Spice Bazaar and the Bosporus Cruise. •Cappadocia. Tour Includes: • All transfers • Hotel accommodation at hotels listed or similar class in standard rooms • Airconditioned transportation throughout • English speaking local tour guide • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Entry fees to the sites and the museum mentioned in the program • Local taxes • Porterage at the hotels Departs: Minimum 2 person per departure. Operates daily. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Turkey destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 27 UAE & Sultanate of Oman Featured Tour Dubai, The City of 7 Days Merchants Day 5 - Nizwa - Muscat Depart Nizwa, capital of the interior, which is the birth place of Islam in the Sultanate of Oman. Afternoon visit the Muttrah Souq and the Bait Al Zubair Museum. Stop at the magnificent Al Alam Palace, residence of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts of Mirani & Jalali. Intercontinental Hotel Muscat. b Dubai offers the visitor a fascinating kaleidoscope of contrasts - a distinctive blend of east and west, modern city and timeless desert, old world charm and hospitality with new world comfort and convenience. Experience Dubai in our valued-added 6 nights itinerary with sightseeing and desert safaris included. Day 6 - Muscat - Dubai - Al Ain Tour the city of Muscat. Proceed to Muscat Airport for your flight back to Dubai. Transfer to Le Meridien Dubai hotel. After lunch drive to Al Ain oasis town. We visit the Hili archaeological digs. Ain Rotana Hotel. b Day 1 - Dubai Transfer on arrival to hotel. Four Points Sheraton downtown Dubai for 6 nights. Day 2 - Dubai Breakfast at the hotel. Dubai City Tour by coach. Return to the hotel. Time at leisure or optional tour in the evening. Four Points Sheraton Downtown. b Day 3 - Dubai Breakfast at the hotel. Whole day for leisure or optional tours. Four Points Sheraton Downtown. b Day 4 - Dubai Breakfast at the hotel. Full day tour to Abu Dhabi. Optional tour in the evening. Four Points Sheraton Downtown. b Day 5 - Dubai Breakfast at the hotel. Whole day for leisure or optional tours. Four Points Sheraton Downtown. b Day 6 - Dubai Morning time at leisure or optional tours. Afternoon 4 x 4 Desert Safari with BBQ dinner and belly dance show. Overnight Four Points Sheraton Downtown. b d Day 7 - Depart Dubai Transfer to Dubai airport. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • Hotel accommodation at hotel listed or similar class in standard rooms • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Airport transfers • Half day Dubai city tour • Full day excursion to UAE’s capital - Abu Dhabi • 4 x 4 desert safari with Arabian BBQ dinner, belly dance show • Admissions to attractions Departs: Operates daily with minimum 2 persons per departure. 28 Featured Tour U A E & Sultanate Of Oman Discovery 8 Days If ever there was a country that progressed from a simple Bedouin desert hamlet to an oil rich Arab sheikdom in just 35 years, the United Arab Emirates would be it. Cities with Skyscrapers, tree lined boulevards, magnificent shopping malls all lie side by side with the silent desert, wind towers and camels. Day 1 - Arrive Dubai Arrival at Dubai Airport and transfer to hotel. Avari Dubai. Day 2 - Dubai Dubai city tour. A fascinating historical excursion. Late afternoon, depart on a Dune Dinner Desert Safari with Belly Dance Show and BBQ. Avari Dubai. b d Day 3 - Dubai - Abu Dhabi - Muscat (Oman) Al Sawadi A short flight to Muscat, Oman. Transfer to Al Sawadi Beach Resort. Afternoon drive through the date palms to the sparkling springs and fort at Nakhl. Al Sawadi Beach Resort. b Day 4 - Muscat - Nizwa We visit the pretty village of Birkat Al Mauz situated at the foothills of Jebel Akhdar. Enjoy a walk through its oasis and dense date plantations. Afternoon, visit Jabrin, the finest of Oman’s castles. Return to Nizwa. Nizwa Hotel. b d Day 7 - Al Ain - Abu Dhabi - Dubai City Tour of Al Ain. Visit the Al Ain Museum and walk through the oasis. Stop at the traditional camel market and continue to Abu Dhabi, the capital of United Arab Emirates. Visit the renovated Al Husn Fort, the old Dhow yard and charming Bithnah harbour. Continue to Dubai. Hotel Al Murooj Rotana. b Day 8 - Dubai Transfer to Dubai Airport for your flight home. b Essential Info Highlights: • The vibrant and modern metropolis of Dubai • Nizwa - the former capital of Oman • Jabrin Fort - A UNESCO site • Muscat museums and Sultan’s Palace • Al Ain - Garden city of UAE • Abu Dhabi - the capital of UAE Inclusions: • Accommodation at hotels listed or similar class. • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Return transfers • Transportation in deluxe A/C coaches or mini vans • English speaking guide accompanying the trip throughout Departs: Operates daily with minimum 2 persons per departure. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to UAE & Sultanate of Oman destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Israel Featured Tour Classical Israel 9 Days Sea. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv. b Experience the land of the Bible in our 9 Day classic itinerary featuring the most important Biblical sites including Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Caesarea, Mt Carmel, Tiberias, Capernaum, the Dead Sea, Masada, Qumran and more! Day 1 - Tel Aviv - Jerusalem Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem. Day 2 - Jerusalem Jerusalem sightseeing including the Tomb of King David, the Room of the Last Supper on Mt. Zion and the Jewish Quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, the Herodian Quarter and the Western Wall. Walk to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Proceed to Mt Scopus and Mt of Olives. Continue to Bethlehem, stop at the Rachel’s Tomb and the Church of the Nativity. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem. b Day 3 - Jerusalem Proceed to see the Chagall stained glass windows in Ein Kerem and visit the Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial and museum. Visit the miniature model of Jerusalem, pass by the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament and the Hebrew University. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem. b Day 4 - Qumran - Massada - Dead Sea Tel Aviv Drive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea. Free time for a swim and float in the Dead Day 5 - Tel Aviv At leisure. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv. b Day 6 - Diaspora Museum - Caesarea - Druze villages - Haifa Visit the Diaspora Museum. Proceed to Caesarea, capital of Judea under the Romans. See the excavations of the Crusader City and the Roman Port, Aqueduct and the Amphitheater. Continue via the Druze Villages to Haifa. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Haifa. b Day 7 - Haifa - Safed - Golan Heights - Kibbutz Lavi Haifa sightseeing including Mount Carmel, the Bahai Shrine and the Persian Gardens. Proceed to Safed to visit the Synagogues and the artist’s colony. Visit the Golan Heights, the former Syrian bunkers, Kuneitra and the new Israeli town of Katzrin. Dinner and accommodation at Kibbutz Lavi Hotel. b d Day 8 - Kibbutz Lavi - Sea of Galilee Nazareth - Tel Aviv Visit Tiberias and Capernaum to view the ruins of the Church of St. Peter. On to Nazareth to visit the Church of the Annunciation. Drive via Beit Shean to Beit Alpha Synagogue and return to Tel Aviv. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv. b Day 9 - Tel Aviv Departure Transfer to airport for departure. b Essential Info Highlights: •Key attractions in Jerusalem •Bethlehem and the Church of Nativity •Mt Zion & Jewish Quarter •The Dead Sea •The capital city of Tel Aviv •Druze Villages and Haifa •The Golan Heights, Kibbtuz •Sea of Galilee & Nazareth Tour Includes: •Meet and greet assistance upon arrival •Round trip transfers airport-hotel-airport •8 night’s accommodation at hotels listed or similar class, including local taxes and service charge • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Sightseeing tours with English speaking local guides •Admission to all tourist attractions Departs: Minimum of 2 persons per departure. Tour operates every Tuesday and starts/ends in Tel Aviv. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Israel destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 29 Israel Featured Tour Jewish Heritage 10 Days of Israel Essential Info Highlights: •Key Jewish attractions in Jerusalem •Safed, the center of the Kaballa movement •Joseph Caro and the Ha’ ari synagogues. •Sepharadic and Beit Alpha synagogues •Bar-Mitzvah ceremonies •Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial •The Dead Sea •The capital city of Tel Aviv •Druze Villages and Haifa •The Golan Heights, Kibbtuz •Sea of Galilee Our tour is an unforgettable experience that will fill you with pride and strengthen the Jewish identity. Travel around Israel and delve into Jewish history and bring alive the stories – from biblical times to present - in the very places they unfolded. Day 1 - Tel Aviv - Jerusalem Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Jerusalem. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem. Day 2 - Tel Aviv At leisure. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv. b Day 3 - Tel Aviv - Caesarea - Haifa - Acre Rosh Hanikra - Kibbutz Drive to Caesarea to see the excavations of the crusaders’ city. Proceed to Haifa, Mt. Carmel and visit the Naval Museum. Drive to Acre and the northern-most point of Israel at Rosh Hanikra. View the limestone Grottos. Accommodation at Kibbutz Lavi Hotel. b d Day 4 - Kibbutz - Safed - Golan Heights - Upper Galilee Drive to Safed, the center of the Kaballa movement. Visit the Joseph Caro and the Ha’ ari Synagogues. Tour the Golan Heights. Stop at Tel Facher, the Banias Springs and then on to Tel-Hai to view the “Roaring Lion” Monument and learn about the heroic battle of Josef Trumpeldor. Accommodation at Kibbutz Lavi Hotel. b Day 5 - Beit Shean - Beit Alpha - Gan Hashlosha - Jerusalem Drive to Tiberias to visit Rambam’s Grave. Continue to Beit Shean, also called “Scythopolis”, the largest archaeological Park in Israel. Stop at Beit Alpha to see a Synagogue from the Byzantine period. Continue to Gan Hashlosha springs at the foot of the Mt Gilboa on which King Saul was killed in the battle against the Philistines. Continue via the Jordan Valley to Jerusalem. Stop at Mount Scopus. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem. b Day 6 - Jerusalem Tour the Old City Jerusalem including a visit to the Tomb of King David on Mt. Zion. Walk along the Cardo, the ancient Roman road and visit the four Sepharadic Synagogues in the Jewish Quarter. Tour the Kotel Tunnels and the Davidson Center. Walk through the Arab bazaar and Jaffa Gate to the David Tower. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem. b Day 7 - Jerusalem Celebrate the Bar-Mitzvah ceremonies (if applicable) and continue to Mea Shearim. Drive by the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament and Menorah with the biblical emblems. Continue to the Israel Museum, the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed and a miniature replica of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period. Drive to Mount Herzl, the military cemetery and Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust. Also visit Ammunition Hill, a national memorial site and museum. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem. b Day 8 - Jerusalem-Qumran - Massada - Dead Sea - Jerusalem Drive through the Judean desert to the Dead Sea via Qumran. Continue to Massada to tour its ancient fortress. Free time in the Dead Sea. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem. b Day 9 - Jerusalem At leisure. Accommodation at Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem. b Day 10 - Jerusalem - Tel Aviv Airport Transfer to airport for departure. b 30 Tour Includes: •Meet and greet assistance upon arrival •Round trip transfers airport-hotel-airport •8 night’s accommodation at hotels listed or similar class, including local taxes and service charge • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Sightseeing tours with English speaking local guides •Admissions to all tourist attractions Departs: Minimum of 2 persons per departure. Tour operates every Friday and starts/ends in Tel Aviv. Explore More Looking for more tour options in Israel? Consider these Bar/Bat Mitzvah Experience - 14 Days Bar/Bat Mitzvah experience provides you with an unbreakable link with what it means to be Jewish. Traveling together as a family or a small group can positively influence your Jewish heritage. Celebrating a Bar/Bat Mitzvah in Israel leaves treasured memories that last a lifetime... Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. In the Footsteps of Jesus - 8 Days To see the land of the Bible, to walk where Jesus walked, as well as to experience the rich mixture of modern life in the Middle East, is an eye-opening experience. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Israel destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing World’s Greatest Train Journeys Africa Travel to South Africa and take a trip on the most luxurious train in the world. Your romantic vacation through the heart of Southern Africa will begin or end in Pretoria. The most popular itinerary is the The Old Karoo Pioneering Trail, a 48-hour weekly journey between Pretoria and Cape Town. This 1600-kilometre journey is a perfect illustration of South Africa as a world in one country. Rail offers two beautifully rebuilt Classic trains, each carrying a maximum of 72 passengers who are accommodated in the most spacious and luxurious train suites in the world. The use of traditional furnishings and period décor ensure an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur in the Dining, Lounge and Observation cars. Rovos Rail The Blue Train Shongololo Express The Blue Train in South Africa has an aura of mystique about it. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent moving five-star hotel. Its very name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service. The scheduled routes between Pretoria and Cape Town take guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the world. There are two special packaged routes taking guests from Pretoria to Durban with two nights on board and two nights at a lodge and another itinerary from Pretoria to Bakubung Game Lodge for an unforgettable two night stay, with daily game drives. Shongololo Express travels to seven countries on the southern African continent: South Africa, Swaziland, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Zambia and operates three 16day Adventures, each traversing great stretches of southern Africa to let you experience the wonderful topographic, social, historic, floral and wild-life diversity of these distinctive areas. The 3 routes are titled “The Dune Adventure” from Cape Town to Windhoek, Namibia, “ The Good Hope Adventure” from Cape Town to Kruger national park and “ Southern Cross Adventure” from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls. All trips offer Southbound/Northbound itineraries. All your requirements for a superb holiday are provided: transport, accommodation, meals, recreation, sightseeing. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Trains pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 31 Europe World’s Greatest Train Journeys Orient Express The Orient Express operates five luxury tourist trains and a river cruiser in Europe, Asia and South America, including the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express that offers a travel experience through exciting cities including Venice, Paris, London, Budapest, Prague, Istanbul, Vienna and Rome. The Eastern & Oriental Express carries passengers in luxury between Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. Travel through dense rainforests and towering mountains past golden temples, rubber plantations and remote towns and villages. Trans Siberian & Trans Mongolian Dare to journey beyond the conventional boundaries! The Trans-Siberian & Trans Mongolian is the world’s longest train journey which travels across a quarter of the globe, ten time zones and 9,000kms. For most of its history, the Trans-Siberian journey has been an experience of almost continuous movement, seven days or more of unabated train travel through the vast expanse of Russia. A great part of the pleasure of such a trip is simply sitting back and watching the land go by. Today, with far fewer travel restrictions, it is possible to use the rail journey as the core of a more varied tour. Our rail itineraries include stopovers in many of the Russian cities and towns along the route, from the historic Ekaterinburg to Irkutsk and the scenic Lake Baikal region. The more esthetic and scenic Trans-Mongolian journey deviates south through Russian Siberia, Mongolia, the Gobi desert to Beijing China. Asia World’s Greatest Train Journeys Palace on Wheels The Palace on Wheels is a steam engine luxury train that will give you an enchanting royal tour through the bygone era of the former Maharajas of India. This exclusive train tells a story of its own and the 7 nights rail itinerary operates every Wednesday from Delhi taking in the fascinating Rajasthani cities of Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur, Bharatpur and finally a stop in Agra to see the Taj Mahal. The train has a total of 14 fully air-conditioned deluxe coaches. The interiors of the current 14 saloons are authentic replicas of the historic coaches. Each saloon is equipped with twin-bedded cabins with attached baths with running hot and cold water. For enquiries and bookings for all rail journeys in Europe and Asia, contact our Asia dept 32 Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Trains pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Argentina South & Central America Featured Tour Day 11 - El Calafate - Buenos Aires Transfer to airport, flight to Buenos Aires. Transfer to the hotel. Buenos Aires - Rest of the day at leisure. Hotel Americas Towers or similar. b Highlights of Argentina 13 Days A comprehensive snapshot of the highlights of this wonderful country. From Gauchos to Glaciers, this trip is perfect for those wanting a taste of Argentina with a short schedule. Visit all the major regions and sample their delights! The land of the Tango awaits! Beautiful towns, stunning views, tranquil lakes and a catamaran trip among magnificent icebergs are but a few of the highlights that this holiday offers. Day 1 - Arrive Buenos Aires Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Hotel Americas Towers or similar. Day 2 - Buenos Aires City tour of Buenos Aires. Visit the famous Opera house, the Obelisk, Plaza de Mayo, Government House, Metropolitan Cathedral with the Mausoleum of General San Martin, Argentina’s greatest national hero. Continue to Recoleta cemetery where the famous are laid to rest, including Eva Peron. Hotel Americas Towers or similar. b Day 3 - Buenos Aires Day at leisure to explore. Evening dinner and Tango show - Dine & wine at a unique venue offering a floor show sketching the history of popular Argentine music. Hotel Americas Towers or similar. b d Day 4 - Buenos Aires - Trelew - Puerto Madryn Transfer to the domestic airport. Flight to Trelew. By road to Punta Tombo to see Magellan Penguins. Transfer to Puerto Madryn for overnight. Hotel Peninsula or similar. b Day 12 - Buenos Aires - Iguazu Transfer to the airport for flight to Iguasu Falls. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Afternoon visit the Argentine side of the falls. Walk through Iguazu National Park. A train ride to Puerto Canoas and board a small motor boat to the footbridge over Devil’s Throat. Hotel Sheraton Garden View or similar. b Day 5 - Puerto Madryn Full day tour to Peninsula Valdes, Punta Norte or Caleta Valdes Fauna Reserve, continental habitat of sea-elephants. Then visit Punta Piramide sea lion rockery. Return to Puerto Madryn for overnight. Hotel Peninsula or similar. b Day 6 - Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia Transfer to the airport for flight to Ushuaia. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Hotel Albatros or similar. b Day 7 - Ushuaia Visit Tierra del Fuego National Park. Drive through the Rio Pipo Valley and its Ensenada Bay, Beagle Channel, sight of Redonda Island, Lapataia area, Verde and the Negra Lagoons. The Beagle Channel unites the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Return to Ushuaia. Hotel Peninsula or similar. b Day 8 - Ushuaia - El Calafate Transfer to the airport for flight to El Calafate. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Hotel Mirador del Lago or similar. b Day 9 - El Calafate Full day tour to the Perito Moreno Glacier. Hotel Mirador del Lago or similar. b Day 10 - El Calafate Optional tour to Upsala & Onelli Glaciers. Arrival at Estancia Cristina, located on the Cristina Channel. Lunch. Exploratory journey to the Upsala Glacier. Activities: hiking, walking and overland expedition in 4x4 vehicles. Hotel Mirador del Lago or similar. b Day 13 - Iguazu - Buenos Aires Transfer to the airport for flight back to Buenos Aires domestic airport. On arrival at the airport you are transferred to the international terminal to board your flight home. b Essential Info Highlights: •Buenos Aires •A Tango show and dinner •Patagonia •Iguazu Falls •Tierra Del Fuego National Park •Ushuaia Tour Includes: • Accommodations “or similar” throughout (unless otherwise stated on the itinerary) and including local tax and service charge •Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • All transfers to and from airports • Baggage handling at airports and hotels • Excursions with English speaking guidedriver • Local entrance fees and permits where required • All transport arrangements • Domestic flights not included Departs: Tour operates daily from Buenos Aires. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Argentina destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 33 Argentina Featured Tour Explore More Best of Patagonia Looking for more travel options in Argentina? Consider these: 8 Days Our Best of Patagonia itinerary will give you the chance to combine the most spectacular highlights of the southern region of Argentina. f Mendoza & Santiago Wineries Tour - 8 Days Argentina and Chile are two of the best wine producers in the world. In this tour we offer visits to this lush and fertile region with ideal climate for producing world class wine. The wine-making region of the country where grapes are grown year-round against the majestic backdrop of the Andes is also known as the Cuyo. The tour starts in Mendoza and ends in Santiago. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Day 1 - Buenos Aires - Trelew - Puerto Madryn Transfer to the Buenos Aires domestic airport. Flight to Trelew. Transfer to Punta Tombo to see the marvelous Magellan Penguins. It is considered the most important continental penguin rookery in Argentina. Transfer to Puerto Madryn for overnight. Day 2 - Puerto Madryn Full day tour to Peninsula Valdes, Punta Norte or Caleta Valdes Fauna Reserve, continental habitat of the sea-elephants. Then visit Punta Piramide sea lion rockery. From September to end of November, see the breathtaking sight of Wright Whales that come here to breed. Return to Puerto Madryn for overnight. Hotel Peninsula or similar. b Day 3 - Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia Transfer to the airport for flight to Ushuaia. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Hotel Albatros or similar. b Day 4 - Ushuaia Visit Tierra del Fuego National Park and drive through the Rio Pipo Valley and its Ensenada Bay, Beagle Channel, sight of Redonda Island, Lapataia area and Verde and the Negra Lagoons. The Beagle Channel unites the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Return to Ushuaia. Hotel Peninsula or similar. b Day 5 - Ushuaia - El Calafate Transfer to the airport for flight to El Calafate. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Hotel Mirador del Lago or similar. b overland expedition in 4x4 vehicles. Hotel Mirador del Lago or similar. b Day 8 - El Calafate - Buenos Aires Transfer to airport, flight to Buenos Aires. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • Accommodation at hotels as listed “or similar” throughout (unless otherwise stated on the itinerary) and including local tax and service charge • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • All transfers to and from airports • Baggage handling at airports and hotels • Excursions with English speaking guidedriver • Local entrance fees and permits where required • All transport arrangements • Domestic flights not included f Salta’s Wines Tour - 5 Days A Vineyard tour and wine sampling at some of the best wineries in Argentina amd experience gorgeous landscapes and charming villages throughout the Salta region. This tour starts/ends in Salta, Argentina. Operates any day with minimum 2 persons. f Tango, Ice & Wines of Argentina Tour - 8 Days Enjoy the best that Argentina has to offer in 8 days: The passion of the Tango, the beauty of Patagonia with the enormous glaciers and the taste of the best wines in Mendoza. This tour starts in Buenos Aires and ends in Mendoza. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Departs: Tour operates daily from Buenos Aires. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Day 6 - El Calafate Full day tour to the Perito Moreno Glacier. Hotel Mirador del Lago or similar. b Day 7 - El Calafate Optional tour to Upsala & Onelli Glaciers. Arrival at Estancia Cristina, located on the Cristina Channel. Lunch. Exploratory journey to the Upsala Glacier. Activities: hiking, walking and 34 Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Argentina destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Brazil Featured Tour Highlights of Brazil Essential Info Highlights: •Rio De Janeiro sightseeing •Sugar Loaf mountain & Corcavado •Christ the Redeemer statue, the world wonder •Iguassu Falls •Manaus & Amazon cruise •Salvador 11 Days Day 5 - Iguassu Falls Visit to the Iguassu Falls on the Brazilian Side. b A unique itinerary highlighting the key attractions of Brazil. The charming city of Rio de Janeiro will enchant you with its deep blue sea, white beaches, world wonders and friendly people. In Iguassu, you will see the breathtaking and impressive waterfalls, untouched by the tropical rainforest. The 3 night cruise on the Amazon River with an exploration of Salvador is another highlight included in this tour. Day 1 - Rio De Janeiro Arrival in Rio and transfer to the hotel. Rest of day at leisure. Accommodation at Sheraton Rio or similar for 3 nights. Day 2 - Rio De Janeiro Breakfast and city tour. Rest of the day free. b Day 3 - Rio De Janeiro Sugar Loaf Mountain & Corcovado tour to view the new world wonder, Christ the Redeemer statue. b Day 4 - Rio - Iguassu Falls Transfer to the airport. Arrival in Iguassu Falls and transfer to the hotel. Rest of day free. Accommodation at Hotel Bourbon Foz or similar for 2 nights. b Day 6 - Iguassu Falls - Manaus - Amazon Cruise Departure to Manaus. Arrival and transfer to the M/V Desafio. 3 nights Cruise with the famous Meeting of the Waters. Reconnaissance tour in motorized canoes. Dinner and overnight. b d Tour Includes: • Accommodations at hotels listed or similar • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Full board during M/V Desafio cruise, without beverages • Sightseeing and excursions as specified • Local guides in Portuguese, Spanish and English • Local tax and service charge • Domestic Flights not included Departs: Tour operates every Saturday from Rio De Janeiro. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Day 7 - On board Jungle walking tour. Return to the boat for a refreshing swim. Lunch. Afternoon boat excursion. Dinner and night canoe trip. b l d Day 8 - On board Navigate to Santa Maria, a typical caboclo village. Lunch. Afternoon Piranha Fishing. Dinner and night excursion by canoe to spot alligators. bld Day 9 - On board - Manaus - Salvador Early morning bird watching excursion. Breakfast and navigate towards Manaus. Arrival in Manaus and transfer to the airport. Arrival in Salvador and transfer to hotel Pestana Salvador or similar for 2 nights. b Day 10 - Salvador Breakfast. City tour of Salvador. Return to the hotel. b Day 11 - Salvador - Rio De Janeiro Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for flight to Rio. b M/V Desafio The Desafio Cruises offers the best of both worlds: the convenience and comfort of a pre-arranged cruise program and the joys of discovery. Small enough for everyone to be on a first-name basis by the end of the first hour, the guests feel at home in the heart of the Amazon. The modern 24-passenger M/V Desafio is a newly renovated river vessel offering a fascinating cruise on the Amazon and Negro rivers. The vessel is 109 feet long, fully air-conditioned and offers many of the same amenities found on larger ships including 12 cabins divided into 6 on the upper deck and 6 on the lower deck; all cabins with private facilities/ showers/wardrobes/bed-lights/carpets, a restaurant and bar, a large sundeck and outdoor bar. Explore the Amazon Rainforest both by canoe and on foot in the company of naturalist guides. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Brazil destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 35 Brazil Featured Tour Amazon Cruise 5 Days Day 1 - Arrive Manaus Arrive in Manaus and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon half day city tour of Manaus visiting the famous Opera House and other points of interest. Accommodation in Manaus Day 2 - Manaus - Amazon River Cruise At leisure to explore Manaus. Afternoon transfer to pier to board M/V Clipper for the 3 night Amazon River cruise. Once on board sail along the Rio Negro to the Ariau River. An evening shore excursion to witness the sunset in the Amazon jungle. Accommodation On Board Amazon Clipper. b l d Day 3 - Amazon River Cruise Sail to Praia Grande beaches for swimming in the Amazon river. A canoe trip on Lake Acajatuba to see flora and fauna and visit an isolated town. In the evening we take our second canoe trip to hunt for caimans (alligators) and other nocturnal animals. Accommodation On Board Amazon Clipper. b l d Day 4 - Amazon River Cruise Our second day of exploring the Amazon’s fauna and flora on a canoe excursion. Accommodation On Board Amazon Clipper. b l d Day 5 - Depart Cruise - Manaus A sunrise canoe trip on Lake Januari for bird watching. Breakfast and sail to ‘’The Meeting of the Waters’’, a unique phenomenon on the Amazon where the black Rio Negro and the muddy Rio Solimois rivers meet. Disembark the cruise and transfer to Manaus airport. b 36 Essential Info Tour Includes: •Transfers between Manaus airport and hotel and pier. •1 night accommodation in Manaus at Tropical Hotel or similar • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Half day sightseeing tour of Manaus •3 nights Amazon Clipper cruise inclusive of shore excursions and activities as per itinerary Departs: Tour operates every Tuesday from Manaus. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. M/V Amazon Clipper Amazon Clipper offers distinctly Amazonian boats for your touring pleasure. Each boat has unique characteristics with the ultimate in safety, comfort and reliability. On board services include excellent buffet style meals up to international standards, prepared with utmost care by an experienced crew. The boats carry VHF Marine Band Radio communications, navigation aided by depth-sounder, certified compass and satellite-based maps. Explore More Looking for more travel options in Brazil? Consider these: f Iguassu Falls Tour - 3 Days Iguassu is one of the biggest wonders of nature in South America: Visit the Brazilian and Argentine sides of the falls in this 2 nights package with accommodation in Iguassu. Walk along the paths following cascades and the catwalk that leads very close to the bottom of the Devil’s Throat. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Rio De Janeiro: City Package - 4 Days Brazilians say that God created the world in six days and on the seventh, he created Rio. On first sight, this seems perfectly believable. Discover this ‘Marvellous City’ as its inhabitants, the Cariocas, call it. Operates any day with minimum 2 persons. f Ecological Trails of Brazil - 14 Days A unique ecological adventure visiting Iguassu Falls, an Amazon cruise, Alta Foresta, Cuiaba and Manaus. Operates every Thursday with minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Brazil destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Chile Featured Tour The Atacama, the Lakes & Patagonia Day 11 - Puerto Natales - Punta Arenas Santiago Breakfast, transfer to the bus station. A regular bus to Punta Arenas airport. Flight to Santiago. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner. b d 12 Days Day 12 - Santiago Breakfast, transfer to the airport to board onward flight. b This locally escorted tour with an English/ French/Spanish speaking guide visits the natural highlights of this diverse country from the deserts of the north to the glaciers of the south. With guaranteed fixed date departures, participants have a choice of staying at Standard 3-4 star hotels or Superior 4-5 star hotels. Day 1 - Santiago Arrive Santiago, transfer to hotel. Afternoon Santiago city tour. Visit the city’s key attractions including the artisan village of “Los Graneros del Alba”. Dinner and overnight at the selected Hotel. Day 2 - Santiago - Calama - San Pedro De Atacama Breakfast, transfer to airport for flight to Calama. Transfer to village of San Pedro de Atacama. Afternoon visit to the Moon Valley for a spectacular sunset. Return to the hotel for dinner. b d Day 3 - San Pedro De Atacama Breakfast, visit the museum of Padre Le Peige, the Indian fortress of Quitor, the Tulor, an abandoned village more than 3000 years old. Visit the village of Toconao, famous for its volcanic Liparite stone, Atacama Salt Lake and the Chaxa lagoon to observe the native pink flamingoes. Return to hotel for dinner. b d Day 4 - San Pedro De Atacama Early departure to the Geysers del Tatio. A guided walk around the geothermal field with observation of the natural phenomenon of the steam columns. Dinner. b d Essential Info Osorno Volcano and Llanquihue Lake. Lunch. Continue to the port of Petrohue on the shores of All Saint’s Lake. Return to Puerto Varas. Overnight. b l Day 7 - Puerto Varas (Chiloe Island) - Puerto Varas Departure to Chiloe Island. Ferry across the Chacao channel and disembark in Chacao. Continue to Colo to visit the most traditional churches. All the churches in Chiloe Island have been declared world heritage sites. Return to Puerto Varas for dinner. b d Tour Includes: • Accommodation in First Class or Superior category hotels. (See below) • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • All transfers to and from airports • Excursions with English speaking guidedriver • Local Entrance Fees and permits where required • Local hotel taxes and service charges Note: International and domestic flights and airport taxes not included Day 8 - Puerto Varas - Punta Arenas - Puerto Natales Breakfast, transfer to airport of Puerto Montt for a flight to Punta Arenas. In Punta Arenas, a regular bus ride to Puerto Natales. Transfer from bus station to the hotel. Dinner. b d Day 9 - Puerto Natales - Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers - Puerto Natales. Breakfast. Full day excursion with lunch. Return to Puerto Natales for Dinner and overnight. bld Day 5 - San Pedro De Atacama - Calama - Santiago - Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas Breakfast, transfer to Calama airport for flight to Santiago. Connect with flight to Puerto Montt. On arrival transfer to the hotel in Puerto Varas. Dinner & overnight. b d Day 6 - Puerto Varas Breakfast, visit Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt. Afternoon visit Frutillar, admiring the majestic Day 10 - Puerto Natales - Torres Del Paine Puerto Natales Breakfast. Full day tour to Torres del Paine Park with lunch. Visit the Salto Grande of the Pehoe River, with the impressive mountain massif of Torres del Paine in the background. Visit Lake Pehoe, Lake Grey and Grey Glacier. Return to Puerto Natales in the evening. Dinner. b l d Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Chile destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 37 Chile Featured Tour Puerto Varas, National Parks & Chiloe Island 5 Days Day 1 - Puerto Varas Arrive Puerto Varas, transfer to hotel. Combined tour of Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas. Bellavista Hotel or similar. b Day 2 - Puerto Varas Full-day excursion to Alerce Andino National Park. Return to Puerto Varas. Bellavista Hotel or similar. b l Day 3 - Puerto Varas Full-day excursion to Ancud in Chiloe Island. A ferry to the Island of Chiloe. Visit Caulín Bay to see a great diversity of birds. Tour city of Ancud. Return to Puerto Varas. Bellavista Hotel or similar. b l Day 4 - Puerto Varas Full-day excursion to Vincente Perez Rosales National Park and Lanquihue Lake. Travel the famous Petrohue Falls to see the Osorno Volcano. Lunch. Continue to the Green Lagoon and return to Puerto Varas. Bellavista Hotel or similar. b d Day 5 - Puerto Varas Visit the town of Frutillar to see the Museum of German Colonization. Afternoon, transfer to the airport. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • Accommodations at hotels listed or similar • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Transfers are in private service and excursions are in regular service (SIB), except the excursion to Alerce Andino national park that operates as a private tour • Baggage handling at airports and hotels. • Excursions with english speaking guidedriver • Local entrance fees and permits where required • Tips to porters at airport and hotel Departs: Tour operates daily from Puerto Varas Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Explore More Looking for more tour options in Chile? Consider these: f Mendoza & Santiago Winery Tour - 8 Days Chile and neighboring Argentina is quickly becoming a world-wide favorite for wine connoisseurs. This tour is all about wine and tasting the region’s best. Your days are spent exploring the cellars and vineyards of wineries in the Santiago and Mendoza Valleys. Operates daily starts in Mendoza and ends in Santiago with minimum 2 persons. f Puerto Natales Tour - 4 Days Explore the beautiful landscapes such as the world famous Torres del Paine National Park, the glaciers in Balmaceda and Serrano Mountains and the seven glaciers located in “Canal de las Montañas” Operates any day with minimum 2 persons. f San Pedro De Atacama Tour - 4 Days Step back in time as you visit the historic Toconao famous for its houses constructed out of the local liparite stone. Visit the breathtaking Atacama Salt Lake. Tour the Jeri Valley and the Chaxa Lagoon where you’ll have the opportunity to see flamingos. Operates daily from Calama with minimum 2 persons. f Santiago City Package - 3 Days This is an ideal city package with an introduction to Chile’s capital city and for those planning to visit the Northern and Southern parts of this vast country in the Andes. Operates any day with minimum 2 persons. 38 Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Chile destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Costa Rica Featured Tour Costa Rica Highlights Essential Info Highlights: • Tortuguero National Park • Arenal Volcano • Monterverte - Sky Walk • The Cloud forest 9 Days The Costa Rica Highlights tour covers the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Coast. No rush! Enjoy each selected attraction or destination with enough time to get the best out of each one. Enjoy the Tortuguero Canals, Monteverde Cloud Forest and Arenal Volcano. Quality and value are what “Costa Rica Highlights”are all about. Includes the first and last night in San Jose. Day 1 - San Jose, Costa Rica Arrive San Jose, transfer to your hotel. Gran Hotel Costa Rica. Day 2 - San Jose - Tortuguero National Park Depart for Tortuguero National Park via Braulio Carrillo National Park. A boat ride in the rain forest. Lunch. Afternoon, visit the Tortuguero village and the Caribbean Conservancy Chamber. Overnight at lodge. Pachira Lodge. b l d the lava trails of the volcano, visit the Hot Springs and take a dip into the mineral water springs surrounded by tropical forest. Dinner at at the Hot Springs and return to hotel. Arenal Manoa Hotel. b d Day 6 - Arenal Volcano - Monteverde Breakfast and shuttle service to Monteverde area. Overnight at hotel. Fonda Vela Hotel. b Tour Includes: • Round trip transfers from San Jose airport to hotel • Accommodations at hotels listed in the itinerary or similar class • Meals as specified in the itinerary (b Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Sightseeing tours with English speaking guides • Entrance fees to the parks and attractions • Hotel taxes Departs: Tour operates daily from San Jose. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Day 7 - Monteverde Area Breakfast. An exciting tour to the Sky Walk, a network of suspension bridges, platforms and trails built in the cloud forest. Ideal location for nature lovers and birdwatchers. Afternoon at leisure for optional visits. Fonda Vela Hotel. b Day 8 - Monteverde - San Jose Breakfast, shuttle bus transfer San Jose. Overnight at hotel. Gran Hotel Costa Rica. b Day 9 - Depart San Jose Breakfast, departure transfer to San Jose Airport. Day 3 - Tortuguero Area Explore the Tortuguero Area. From July through September, optional turtle-watching tour in the evening to see massive sea turtles to lay their eggs on the beach. Overnight at Pachira Lodge. bld Day 4 - Tortuguero - Arenal Volcano Breakfast, continue to the Arenal Volcano area. Overnight at hotel. Arenal Manoa Hotel. b l Day 5 - Arenal Volcano Area Morning at leisure for optional activities e.g. biking, horseback riding, exploring the Venado Caves and much more. Afternoon, trek through Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Costa Rica destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 39 Costa Rica Featured Tour The Caribbean Treasures 8 Days The Caribbean coast of Costa Rica is magical with few Travellers, calm ocean waters, bountiful wildlife and picturesque volcanoes. See the world’s natural wonders and Tortuguero the largest nesting grounds on the Caribbean for the green sea turtle. Enjoy the best that Costa Rica has to offer. Day 1 - San Jose, Costa Rica Arrive San Jose, transfer to your hotel. Gran Hotel Costa Rica or similar Day 2 - San Jose - Irazu Volcano - Turrialba Depart for Turrialba area via the Irazu Volcano National Park. Drive past the important agricultural regions. Once in the park, a brief walk along the craters for a spectacular view of the Pacific and Caribbean plains. Visit the Los Angeles Cathedral. Lunch and visit the Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Center. Casa Turire Hotel or similar. b Day 3 - Turrialba Area - Tortuguero Depart for Tortuguero National Park via Braulio Carrillo National Park. A boat ride in the rain forest. Lunch. Afternoon, visit the Tortuguero village and the Caribbean Conservancy Chamber. Overnight at lodge. Pachira Lodge or similar. b Day 4 - Tortuguero Area Explore the Tortuguero area. From July through September, optional turtle-watching tour in the evening to see massive sea turtles lay their eggs on the beach. Overnight: Pachira Lodge or similar. b l d Day 5 - Tortuguero - Puerto Viejo De Limon Breakfast. Transfer back to the pier and proceed to Puerto Viejo de Limon on the South Caribbean, an ideal paradise where sustainable relations between man and nature is the norm. Cariblue Hotel or similar. b l d Day 6 - Puerto Viejo De Limon Day at leisure for optional activities in the area. The South Caribbean’s extraordinary natural and cultural wealth allows for a wide range of activities: sport-fishing, boat tours, diving, snorkeling, surfing, hiking, bird-watching, dolphin-viewing, 40 horseback riding, sea and river kayaking and more in addition to direct contact with local cultures. Cariblue Hotel or similar. b Day 7 - Puerto Viejo De Limon - San Jose Afternoon depart for San Jose for your last night in Costa Rica. On the way, you will pass through the Braulio Carrillo National Park. Gran Hotel Costa Rica or similar. b l d Explore More Day 8 - Depart San Jose Transfer to San Jose Airport. b Looking for more tour options in Costa Rica? Consider these: Essential Info Highlights: • Irazu Volcano •Tortuguero National Park •Turtle watching •The Caribbean beaches •San Jose Tour includes: • Round trip transfers from San Jose airport to hotel • Accommodations at hotels listed in the itinerary or similar class • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Sightseeing tours with English speaking local guides • Entrance fees to the parks and attractions • Hotel taxes Departs: Tour operates daily from San Jose. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. f Ecological Costa Rica - 11 Days This Eco-tour also features stays at acclaimed eco-resorts, a river float trip, a lake cruise in the shadow of a volcano, visits to conservation and nature centers and a look at local farm life. Sightseeing excursions with expert naturalists offer insights into the region’s unique ecosystems, as well as native birds and wildlife. Operates daily from San Jose with minimum 2 persons. f Honeymoon In Paradise: Punta Islita Hotel - 6 Days Punta Islita is a place to return to your senses. Relax in luxurious seclusion and let your cares slip away in paradise. Indulge in a spa treatment. Experience horseback riding along the beach or a tree top adventure in the forest and witness the natural paradise that Punta Islita has to offer. In the evening, enjoy a romantic candlelight dinner, savoring our delicious cuisine. Operates any day with minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Costa Rica destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Ecuador & Galapagos Featured Tour Day 8 - Santa Cruz - Baltra Airport - Quito Guayaquil Wet landing. See many sea birds, marine iguanas, sea turtles, and swim on the white-sand beach. Return to the Galapagos Legend, check out and transfer to Baltra’s airport. Return flight to Quito via Guayaquil. b Best Of Galapagos M/V Galapagos Legend 8 Days This is a paradise where animals have no fear of man; it is a magical realm where creatures seem to be enchanted. UNESCO declared the Galapagos Islands a World Natural Heritage site. This archipelago is unique and one of the wonders of world. Explore the islands on our 7 nights cruise on board the Legend, one of the largest passenger ships in the destination. Day 1 - Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra Departure from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra. Transfer to the pier to board the vessel. North Seymour Dry landing. See swallow-tailed gulls, blue footed boobies, frigate birds and sea lions. Spot both the marine iguanas and the land iguanas and observe the endemic species of holy stick. l d Day 2 - Santa Cruz (Dragon Hill or Venice) Wet landing. Walk to salt-water lagoon to see pink flamingos. Hike the trail to the Dragon Hill, a nesting site for reintroduced land iguanas and a scalesia tree forest. Guests may opt to take a dinghy to Venice islet. Floreana (Cormorant Point). Wet landing. Hike to a large brackish lagoon, which holds one of the biggest flamingo population. Novice snorkelers can practice on the main beach with playful sea lions. b l d Day 3 - Española (Suarez Point) Dry landing. Learn more about the lava terrain and hike cross the inactive lava fields. Besides the sea lion colonies, this is a very important site for bird watching. Many species, such as the hooded mocking bird and red billed tropic bird can be spotted and observed closely. See a large colony of marine iguanas, lava lizards, and rally light foot crabs. Also find Galapagos doves, hawks and swallow-tailed gulls and then reach the world’s largest colony of waved albatross. San Cristóbal. Dry landing. Visit San Cristóbal breeding center with the giant tortoises. Passengers will observe some animals in their natural environment. b l d Day 4 - Santa Cruz (Carrión Point) Snorkel to see a variety of fish, rays and harmless white tipped reef sharks. Bartolomé. Dry Essential Info landing. Passengers will see volcanic formations like lava bombs, spatter, and cinder cones. Hike to the summit for a great view of the surrounding islands, see colonies of marine iguanas, lava lizards, tiquilla and various cacti. Visitors will be able to snorkel and see the Galapagos penguin, sea turtles, and white-tipped reef sharks from a safe distance. b l d Day 5 - Urbina Bay (Isabela) Wet landing. Visit the fossil beach and coral area. Observe giant tortoises, land iguanas and flightless cormorants. Fernandina (Espinosa Point). Dry landing. See marine iguanas mingling with sally light-foot crabs, as well as flightless cormorants at their nesting sites, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks and sea lions. b l d Day 6 - Santiago (Egas Port) Wet landing. Observe hunting herons, great blue herons, lava herons, yellow crowned night herons and oyster catchers. See a colony of fur seals swimming in deep cool-water pools. Rábida (Jervis). Wet landing. Considered the geographic center of Galapagos, Rabida has the most diverse volcanic rocks on the Islands. Hike to a salt water lagoon to see, flamingos, brown pelicans, Boobies and Darwin’s finches. b l d Day 7 - Santa Cruz (Charles Darwin Research Station) Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. Trek through the highlands of Santa Cruz and visit Cerro Chato, to observe the famous giant tortoises. b l d Tour Includes: •7 nights accommodation in air-conditioned cabins of your choice with private facilities • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Daily excursions with naturalist guides •Briefings and lectures on board •All transfers between airports, the islands and the vessel •Domestic Flights not included Departs: Tour operates Monday or Thursday from Quito/Guayaquil. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. M/V Galapagos Legend The M/V Galapagos Legend is a 5-star expedition-style cruise ship with a capacity of 100 guests. 3, 4 and 7-night Galapagos cruise options are offered year round. Three-night cruises depart on Mondays. Four-night cruises depart on Thursdays. Seven-night cruises depart on Mondays and Thursdays. The Galapagos Legend has a length of 92 meters/300 feet, 5 spacious decks, ample public areas, well appointed cabins and suites, a MD., a crew of 55 (the highest available) multilingual naturalist guides, as well as some of the most technologically advanced safety equipment on the Galapagos waters. The Legend runs a totally eco-friendly operation. Tourcan also offers Galapagos cruise itineraries using a wide range of smaller vessels and catamarans in the islands e.g. M/V Coral I & II, M/V Galapagos Explorer II, M/V Santa Cruz, M/V Isabela II. Contact Tourcan Vacations for information. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Ecuador/Galapagos destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 41 Ecuador & Galapagos Featured Tour Otavalo, Chaski Antawa Train & Galapagos Cruise Essential Info Tour Includes: • Accommodation in mainland Ecuador at the listed or similar hotels including daily breakfast • English speaking guide for transfers and sightseeing tours • All transfers & visits with private transportation • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • 4 nights Galapagos cruise on MY Coral I or II on double sharing basis including all meals, visits, lectures, excursions, fun, relaxation and activities on board • Entrance fees to attractions • Domestic Flights not included 9 Days A perfect combination of a Galapagos cruise and city tours of the main cities of Ecuador. The Galapagos Islands, the age-old dwelling place of unique species of wildlife and plants, where you can hike along the trails of the islands to learn about the origin of Darwin’s theory of evolution while enjoying the luxuries of a cruise. Visit the world-famous indigenous market of Otavalo and its surroundings. Take the “Chaski Antawa” messenger train running through mysterious tunnels and crossing amazing bridges that span wide canyons and gullies and help us support our local development project in Salinas. Departs: Tour operates every Sunday from Quito, Ecuador Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Day 1 - Quito Arrival and transfer to the Hotel. Accommodation at Hotel Quito or similar. Day 2 - Quito Colonial City Tour. Explore the bustling streets and squares of the largest historical centre in the Americas. Accommodation at Hotel. b Day 3 - Quito - Otavalo - Quito The Chaski Antawa messenger train to Otavalo via Ibarra. Lunch at Chaski Antawa Restaurant. Visit the Valley of Salinas, well-known for its agricultural activities. Visit Mascarilla; an AfroEcuadorian community, Otavalo and its famous indigenous craft market, the largest in South America. Back to Quito. Accommodation at hotel. b l Day 4 - 8 Quito - Galapagos Transfer to the airport. Flight to Galapagos. Arrival and transfer to your ship M/Y Coral I or II 4 nights cruise. b l d M/Y Coral I Deluxe Mega Yacht M/Y Coral I is a deluxe Mega Yacht with 18 spacious cabins for 36 passengers decorated with a marine style taste. There is plenty of room for storage. All beds in all cabins are lower and they can be arranged as matrimonial, as well as single and twin beds. The M/YCoral I outside decks are fantastic. You can also enjoy a drink in 42 the Jacuzzi while sailing from one island to another, with a once in a life time natural scenery. The M/Y Coral I matches comfort, space, speed, and makes the Galapagos Islands a delightful experience. M/Y Coral II Motor Yacht M/Y Coral II is an elegant, classic and charming Motor Yacht with 10 cabins for 20 passengers. It is perfect for explorers who want to feel the islands with privacy and supreme comfort; its cruising speed allows having less time traveling and more time visiting the islands. The outside decks (in the front and on the top of the boat) give you the opportunity to have a fresh and cool air flow while the yacht is sailing and at night do not forget to look up to catch a star. On-Board. b l d Day 8 - Galapagos - Quito End of the cruise and transfer to Baltra airport. Return flight to Quito. Arrival and transfer to the Hotel. Accommodation at Hotel Quito or similar. b Day 9 - Quito Transfer to the airport to connect to international flight. b Explore More Looking for more tour options in Ecuador & Galapagos? Consider these: f Galapagos Cruise & Basic Ecuador - 7 Days All-inclusive luxury Galapagos cruises, 3 or 4 nights cruise, including air ticket to the Islands. Take an unforgettable trip and enjoy nature at its fullest in the Galapagos Islands aboard our luxury ships and visit Ecuador’s capital, Quito, or its main port Guayaquil. See the wonderful architecture of the cities and learn about their history and traditions.. Operates 4 times a week from Quito or Guayaquil with minimum 2 persons. f Galapagos Cruise & Highlander: Otavalo & Across The Andes To The Coast - 12 Days All inclusive. Luxury 4 nights cruise with full meals, 2 daily excursions, guidance in the islands, lectures, snorkeling air tickets to the Galapagos Islands, city tour in Quito, excursion to Otavalo Indigenous market, train ride on board the Messenger Train “Chaski Antawa”, visits to Cotopaxi National Park, Riobamba, Baños, Cuenca, 7 nights in first class hotels, all transfers. English speaking guide & transportation. Operates 4 times a week from Quito or Guayaquil with minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Ecuador/Galapagos destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Peru Featured Tour Day 2 - Yunkachimpa - Warmiwanuska Runkurakay Breakfast, trek to the highest point of the Inca Trail, where you can see different ecological zones and enjoy changing climates. Cross the Warmiwanuska pass at 4200 meters above sea level. Lunch, continue to the campsite at Paqaymayo. Dinner and rest. Camp in Runkurakay. Lima, Cusco & Machu Picchu 6 Days Your best choice if visiting Peru for one week only and one of our top Peru circuits. Includes sight seeing in Lima and the Historical city of Cusco which is a mixture of culture, magic and mysticisms. Visit the Urubamba valley, The fortress of Ollantaytambo and a two day visit to Machu Picchu, where you’ll explore its sacred temples, plazas and dwellings and see the agricultural terraces used for watering crops. Day 1 - Arrive Lima Arrival, transfer to your hotel. Suites Del Bosque, Executive Suite or similar. Day 2 - Lima - Cusco Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Cusco, former ancient capital of the Inca Empire. Transfer to your hotel. Morning is free to relax and acclimatize. Afternoon city tour of Cusco and its ruins. Novotel or similar. b Day 3 - Cusco - Urubamba Depart for the Urubamba Valley and the local village of Pisac. Lunch. Continue to the fortress of Ollantaytambo, a formidable stone structure, the site of the Incas’ greatest victory against the Spanish. Sonesta Posada Del Inca Yucay or similar. b l Day 4 - Urubamba - Ollanta - Machu Picchu - Cusco Transfer to Ollanta rail station to board the train bound for Machu Picchu. Accompanied by your guide, explore Machu Picchu ruins. Novotel, or similar - Optional overnight in Machu Picchu or return to Cusco. b l Day 5 - Cusco - Lima Transfer to Cusco airport for flight back to Lima. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Rest of the morning at leisure. Afternoon city tour of Lima. Suites Del Bosque, Executive Suite or similar. b Day 6 - Depart Lima Transfer to the airport. b bld Urubamba Essential Info Tour Includes: •Accommodation at hotels listed in the itinerary or similar class • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •All transfers between airports and hotels •Baggage handling at airport and hotels •Excursions with English speaking local guides/drivers •Entrance fees and permits where required •Local taxes and service charges at hotels Note: Flights Lima- Cusco- Lima not included. Departs: Tour operates daily from Lima. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Featured Tour Classic Inca Trail Trek 5 Days With Camping & Hotel The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is one of the most famous trekking routes in the world. This itinerary is an example of several trekking routes we offer. The fully guided trek begins in the Sacred Valley and runs through a range of well worn mountain trails and the colourful villages of the Andean mountain communities. The Classic Inca Trail trek is a once in a lifetime experience, never to be forgotten. Day 1 - Arrive Cusco - Piskacucho Yunkachimpa Depart from Cusco to Urubamba and Chillca. Start the trek. Lunch in Miskay. Trek to the first campsite. Visit the archeological site of Llactapata. Camp in Yunkachimpa. l d Day 3 - Runkurakay - Chaq’icocha Winaywayna Walk to the second pass at 3850 meters and visit Chaq’icocha along the way. Visit the Sayacmarka and Phuyupatamarka ruins. After lunch head to Winaywayna where you will spend your last night. Camp in Winaywayna. b l d Day 4 - Winaywayna - Machu Picchu Final leg of the trek to Machu Picchu. Arrive at Intipunku for a panoramic view of the Machu Picchu citadel. A short hike down to Machu Picchu. Register for the guided visit. Transfer to the town of Aguas Calientes where you spend the night. Hatuchay Tower or similar. b Day 5 - Machu Picchu - Huayna Picchu Cusco Breakfast. Bus to the lost city of Machu Picchu. An optional hike for the more energetic person to Huaynapicchu, the pyramid shape peak that overlooks Machu Picchu. Late afternoon train back to Cusco. b Essential Info Tour Includes: •Accommodation at hotels listed in the itinerary or similar class • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •All transfers •Baggage handling with porters and mules •Vistadome train tickets from Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) to Cusco •Full service of qualified trekking guides •Entrance fees and permits where required •Local taxes and service charges at hotels Highlights: •Sacred Valley region •Andean mountain villages and communities •Vista Dome train ride •Machu Picchu ruins Departs: Tour operates daily from Cusco. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Peru destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 43 More Destinations & Customized Tours Tourcan’s South & Central America products are not limited to the destinations featured in this brochure. Our South & Central America experts can offer a wide variety of customized tour itineraries in Bolivia, Colombia, Uruguay and Antarctica in South America and Belize, Guatemala, Honduras and Panama in Central America. Uruguay Uruguay offers endless natural scenery and a wide variety of historical sites in a small area, which makes it a natural destination for tourism. Uruguay offers unspoiled deserted beaches, natural meadows and extensive wetlands, bird and whale watching, thermal springs and world heritage historical centers. Columbia Colombia is one of the few countries in Latin America that is not over crowded with mass tourism. Colombia’s geography is among the most varied in South America, as are its flora and fauna. It is a country of amazing natural and cultural diversity and contrast. Colombia is one of the world’s most exotic, sensual, wild, complex and fascinating countries. Tourcan offers a 9 Day Colombia itinerary which includes visits to Bogota and Cartagena, one of the unique Spanish colonial heritage sites. Bolivia Bolivia is one of the most indigenous and amazingly diverse countries in South America. Landlocked and located in the center of South America, its vibrant culture draws from and has been influenced by its neighbors on all sides. This country offers breathtaking panoramas from the eternal glaciers of the Andes to the Amazon jungle. The most outstanding attractions are: Lake Titicaca, the ruins of Tiwanacu and the colonial treasures of Sucre and Potosi. 44 Belize Honduras An adventurer’s paradise, Belize is a peaceful, English-speaking country just four hours away from major North American gateways. With a diversity of adventure opportunities unmatched by any other country, the Belizean people have protected over 40% of the country as parks and natural reserves. Belize offers an intriguing mix of tropical forests rich with wildlife, majestic mountains, mysterious Mayan temples and diving and fishing experiences, beyond comparison. Here’s a destination unpackaged, unfiltered and unspoiled. This is the majesty of Honduras. From the breathtaking sunsets in Roatan, to the misty green mountains of Pico Bonito, Honduras is a vibrant wonderland, full of adventure and breathtaking beauty. It is the centerpiece of Central America. Visitors will be as awed by the splendor of its land as the warmth of its people. Guatemala Panama Guatemala is a land of tropical jungles, active volcanoes, mountain lakes, mountain cloud forests, volcanic beaches and coral reefs. Weaving is a popular business with a rainbow of colors found in the villagers’ hand-woven clothes; each indigenous village has its own unique pattern and color. The ancient ruins of Tikal provide a look at Mayan culture with plazas, an acropolis, pyramids, temples and a museum. Panama has a wide range of tropical landscapes including pristine beaches, rain forests, cloud forests, over 900 species of birds, 1500 species of trees and over 7000 vascular plants. Without a doubt, Panama is a real tropical paradise for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to South America destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Asia China Featured Tour Memorable China 12 Days Day 12 - Guangzhou Breakfast. City sightseeing tour including Yuexiu Park, Memorial Hall of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen and Chen Clan Classical Learning Academy. Transfer to the rail station. Train to Hong Kong (train fare not included) or the airport for your flight home. bl Visit the big five cities in this Memorable China tour that combines cultural uniqueness, ancient glory and natural wonders. Witness the stunning modernization that make travelling to China an exciting and rewarding adventure. Day 1 - Arrive Beijing Meet on arrival and escorted transfer to your hotel. Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. Day 2 - Beijing Visit Tiananmen Square and the Imperial Palace. After lunch, tour of the Summer Palace. Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. b l d Day 3 - Beijing Visit the Great Wall including the Ming Tomb. Peking duck dinner this evening. Courtyard Hotel. b l d Day 4 - Beijing Morning tour to Hutong around the Drum Tower. Riding in a pedi-cab, explore the city’s traditional neighbourhoods. In the afternoon, visit Panjiayuan Antique Market & Xiushui Market. Grand Park Hotel. b l Day 5 - Beijing - Xian Flight Transfer for your flight to Xian, the ancient capital. Transfer to your hotel. Afternoon city tour including bell tower and the city wall. Evening Chinese Dumpling dinner banquet. Grand Park Hotel. b l Day 6 - Xian View the astonishing army of the life sized terracotta warriors. Afternoon visit Wild Goose Pagoda & Shan’xi Museum. Evening Tang Dynasty Dinner & Show. Grand Park Hotel. b l d Day 7 - Xian - Shanghai Flight Transfer for your flight to Shanghai. Meeting at airport and transfer to your hotel. Shanghai Afternoon at leisure for shopping. Hotel Holiday Inn Downtown. b l Day 8 - Shanghai Shanghai sightseeing includes a drive along the Bund, a visit to the Children’s Palace, Temple of the Jade Buddha and the Shanghai Museum. Hotel Holiday Inn Downtown. b l Day 9 - Shanghai - Guilin Flight Transfer for your flight to Guilin. Meeting and transfer to hotel upon arrival. Afternoon tour to the magnificent terraced rice fields of Longsheng. Bravo Hotel. b l d Day 10 - Guilin A scenic boat cruise down the Li-Jiang River to the small town of Yang Shuo. Afternoon, arrive Yang Shuo where you can shop at the ‘’free market’’. Bravo Hotel. b l Day 11 - Guilin City tour including Fubo Hill, Camel Hill, Elephant Trunk Hill and the Reed Flute Cave which can hold up to 1,000 people in its enormous chamber. GUILIN - GUANGZHOU FLIGHT Transfer for your flight to Guangzhou. Transfer to your hotel. Hotel Rosedale. b l Essential Info Highlights: • Beijing: Tiananmen Square Imperial Palace, Summer Palace, Great Wall Dingling Tomb • Xi’an: Terracotta Warriors, Wild Goose Pagoda, Shan’xi Museum • Shanghai: Temple of the Jade Buddha, Shanghai Museum • Guilin: Terraced Rice Fields of Longsheng Scenic Boat Cruise, Fubo & Camel Hill, Reed Flute Cave • Guangzhou: Yuexiu Park Memorial Hall of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Tour Includes: • Accommodation as per itinerary at hotels listed or similar in standard rooms • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Hotel service charges • Government taxes • Sightseeing/excursions per itinerary including entrance fees to sites & museums that are part of the tour • Transfers by private vehicle [if applicable] per the itinerary with English speaking escort • Domestic Flights Departs: Tour operates daily from Beijing. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to China & Hong Kong destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 45 China Featured Tour Majesty of the 12 Days Yangtze • Hotel service charges and government taxes • Transfers, sightseeing/excursions with an English speaking guide • Entrance fees to sites & museums that are part of the tour • Domestic flights where indicated in the itinerary This all encompassing tour visits the major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Xian and includes a Yangtze River Cruise. The Yangtze Little Gorges will be a memorable journey. Departs: Tour operates from Beijing. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Cruise itinerary may change depending on weather conditions. Departure dates for this tour are subject to fixed dates on cruise operations between April to November. Day 1 - Arrive Beijing On arrival, meeting and transfer to your hotel. Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. Day 2 - Beijing Visit Tiananmen Square and the Imperial Palace. After lunch, tour of the Summer Palace. Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. b l Day 3 - Beijing Visit the Great Wall including the Ming Tombs and lunch. Peking Duck dinner this evening. Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. b l d Day 4 - Beijing Morning tour to Hutong around the Drum Tower. Riding in a pedi-cab, we explore the city’s traditional neighbourhoods. In the afternoon, visit Panjiayuan Antique Market & Xiushui Market. Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. b l Day 5 - Beijing - Xian flight Transfer for your flight to Xian, the ancient capital. Transfer to your hotel. Afternoon city tour including bell tower and the city wall. Evening Chinese Dumpling dinner banquet. Grand Park Hotel. b d Day 6 - Xian View the astonishing army of the life sized terracotta warriors. Afternoon visit Wild Goose Pagoda & Shan’xi Museum. Evening Tang Dynasty Dinner & Show. Grand Park Hotel. b l d Day 7 - Xian - Chongqing Flight - Yangtze River Cruise Transfer for flight to Chongqing. Chongquing city tour including Panda Zoo before boarding the MV President Cruise. On-Board MV President. bd Day 8 - Chongqing - Fengdu Sail to Fengdu arriving early afternoon. City tour. On-Board MV President. b l d Day 9 - Badong Full shipboard activities and excursions are 46 offered throughout the cruise. On-Board MV President. b l d Day 10 - Yichang - Shanghai - Flight Arrival in Yichang. Time permitting, a city tour and transfer for your flight to Shanghai. On arrival transfer to your hotel. Holiday Inn Downtown Hotel. b l Day 11 - Shanghai Sightseeing with a drive around the bund, the Children’s Palace, Temple of the Jade Buddha and the Shanghai Museum. Holiday Inn Downtown Hotel. b l Day 12 - Depart Shanghai Transfer for your flight home. b Essential Info Highlights: • Beijing: Tiananmen Square, Imperial Palace, Summer Palace, Great Wall, Dingling Tomb • Xi’an: Terracotta Warriors, Wild Goose Pagoda, Shan’xi Museum • Chongqing: The Yangtze River Cruise • Shanghai: Temple of the Jade Buddha, Shanghai Museum Tour Includes: • Accommodation as per itinerary at hotels listed or similar class • Double sharing accommodation on the Yangtze River cruise • Hotel service charges • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) Explore More Looking for more tour options in China & Hong Kong? Consider these: f Best of the Orient Tour - 9 Days If you are looking for a two centre vacation in the Orient at an affordable price, our Beijing & Hong Kong combo package with a 4 nights stay in each city would be a great combination. The tour starts in Beijing and ends in Hong Kong. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Beijing Stopover - 4 Days Enjoy the highlights and delights of Beijing, including a full day tour where you will visit the Summer Palace, the Imperial Palace, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and tour to the Great Wall. This tour starts/ends in Beijing. Operates any day with minimum 2 persons. f Shanghai Stopover - 3 Days Shanghai shows what oriental culture and lifestyle is all about and there’s no doubt that you will love this busy, exciting and exotic city! Your 2 nights stopover includes a full day tour to the Bund, Jade Buddha Temple, Children’s Palace & Acrobatic Show. This tour starts/ends in Shanghai. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Hong Kong Stopover - 3 Days A great introduction to Hong Kong. A unique fusion of East and West where the old and the new live side by side. Whether its shopping in Stanley Market or Nathan Road, heritage, culture or to sample some of the worlds most renowned gourmet food, Hong Kong has everything you could want and more. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to China/Hong Kong destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing India, Nepal & Bhutan Featured Tour Essential Info The Jewel of the 12 Days Crown One of our best sellers to India. Relive the colonial splendour of India. The classic Jewel in the Crown itinerary reflects the bygone era of the colonial Empire in India, the historic cities of the Golden Triangle, world heritage sites and the world wonders - all packed into this fabulous once in a lifetime Indian holiday. Day 1 - Arrival Delhi Traditional welcome and transfer to Hotel for overnight. Hotel Shangri La. Day 2 - Delhi Full day tour of Delhi taking in the highlights of Old and New Delhi. Hotel Shangri La. b Day 3 - Delhi - Udaipur Transfer to the airport for your flight to Udaipur Arrival transfer to your hotel. Afternoon sightseeing in Udaipur. Hotel Oberoi Udai Villas. b Day 4 - Udaipur - Ranakpur - Jodhpur By road to Jodhpur, touring Ranakpur en route, a site of some exquisitely carved white marble Jain temples. This evening in Jodhpur, go native riding horse carriages to the Clock Tower Bazaar, India’s largest and most colourful wholesale market. Hotel Taj Harimahal. b Day 5 - Jodhpur - Rohet - Jodhpur Tour of Jodhpur. Visit royal palaces that abound with fascinating history and priceless jewels. Drive to Rohet for lunch. Walk along the narrow lanes of this fascinating town with ethnic and tribal lifestyles. Taj Harimahal. b Highlights: • Delhi: New & Old Delhi sightseeing & family-hosted dinner • Udaipur: City of Lakes and Palaces • Jodhpur: Jain temples and Palaces • Jaipur: The Amber fort, the Observatory & City Palaces • Agra: Taj Mahal & Agra fort Day 6 - Jodhpur - Jaipur A fascinating drive through tribal Rajasthan to Jaipur. Hotel Oberoi Rajvilas. b Day 7 - Jaipur Visit Amber Fort set on the Aravali Hills. Ride up to this hilltop palace on a caparisoned painted elephant. Visit the Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds. Your tour also include the City Palace & Observatory. Hotel Oberoi Rajvilas. b Day 8 - Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra Drive to Fatehpur Sikri for a guided tour. Continue riding to Agra and visit the Agra Fort. Hotel The Gateway. b Day 9 - Agra Visit the Taj Mahal, perhaps the most photographed monument in the world. Hotel The Gateway. b Tour Includes: • A representative for assistance on arrival and departure transfers • 11 nights hotel accommodation at hotels listed “or similar” • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • All transfers and sight seeing by air-conditioned vehicles • Local English-speaking guides for the sightseeing and excursions • A boat ride on “Lake Pichola” in Udaipur • Jeep Safari in Jodhpur without lunch • Elephant ride to ascend (alternatively by jeeps) to Amber Fort in Jaipur • Horse carriage ride in Agra to visit Agra Fort • Boat ride on the River Ganges in Varanasi • All currently applicable taxes • Domestic Flights not included Departs: Tour operates daily from Delhi. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Day 10 - Agra - Delhi - Varanasi Drive to Delhi and then fly to Varanasi. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Visit the Buddhist city of Sarnath. The highlight of this tour would be a participation in the evening prayer service of the main Buddhist temple. Hotel Radisson or Similar. b Day 11 - Varanasi A boat ride at sunrise on the Ganges River. Visit temples of the city, the renowned University of Varanasi and the bustling Gadolia bazaar. Hotel Radisson or Similar. b Day 12 - Varanasi - Delhi - Departure Afternoon transfer to the airport for the flight to Delhi. b Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to India destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 47 India, Nepal & Bhutan Featured Tour The Delightful South 8 Days f Classic Kerala - 11 Days Take in Cochin, a melting pot of different cultures; mountain peaks and tea plantations near Munnar and the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. This tour has something of a water theme, too - a houseboat ride through the Kerala backwaters and a swim in the Arabian Sea. The tour starts in Cochin/ends in Trivandrum. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Millions from across the globe head for South India to spend quality time with Mother Nature. Tamil Nadu is dotted with innumerable exquisitely carved temples while Kerala embraces the visitor in her natural beauty of the backwaters. f Nepal Extension - 5 Days Visiting Kathmandu, the capital of the Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal is an ideal option for those booking our Jewel of the Crown tour. The Nepal extension is also recommended from Delhi with daily flights available. This tour starts in Varanasi/ends in Delhi. Operates any day with minimum 2 persons. Day 1 - Arrive Chennai On arrival you are transferred to the hotel. Hotel Taj Coromandal Day 2 - Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Chennai Excursion to Mahabalipuram the birthplace of art and architecture in South India. Hotel Taj Coromandal. b Day 3 - Chennai - Mysore Take Shatabdi Express train to Mysore, a charming city steeped in history. Visit the Mysore Palace, the Chamundeswari Temple and the colourful Devraj Fruit & Vegetable Market. Hotel Wind Flower. b Day 4 - Mysore - Bangalore Airport - Cochin Drive to Bangalore airport for a short flight to Cochin in Kerala. Transfer to Hotel. Hotel Le Meridien. b Day 5 - Cochin - Alleppey - Houseboat Tour of Cochin and then board the Houseboat for a unique experience through the narrow canals and channels of the backwaters of Kerala. Cruise through remote tribal villages. Premium Houseboat. b l d Day 6 - Houseboat - Kumarakom Disembark at the exotic island Resort of Kumarakom, considered one of the top 10 heritage resorts of the world. Kumarakom Lake Resort. b Day 7 - Kumarakom - Cochin - Delhi Transfer to Cochin airport for flight to Delhi. Transfer to hotel. At leisure. Hotel The Lalit. b Day 8 - Depart New Delhi Early morning depart for home city. Essential Info Highlights: • Chennai: Mahabalipuram • Mysore: Shatabdi Express train ride and Mysore Palace, the Chamundeswari Temple 48 • Alleppey: Kerala Backwaters & Houseboat stay • Kumarakom: Exotic island Resort of Kumarakom Tour Includes: • A representative for assistance on arrival and departure transfers • 7 nights hotel accommodation at hotels listed or similar • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • All transfers, excursions and sightseeing will be by air-conditioned vehicle • Air-conditioned chair car train ticket from Chennai to Mysore • Local English-speaking guide for the sightseeing and excursions • All currently applicable taxes • Domestic Flights not included Departs: Tour operates daily from Chennai and ends in Cochin. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Explore More Looking more tour options in India? Consider these: The Golden Triangle - 7 Days A must for any visitor to India. The Golden triangle tour offers you a dazzling glimpse of the epitome of love “the Taj” and a hue of hospitality in the Pink City Jaipur. Trace the imperialism in the hustle-bustle of Delhi & spice up your memory with a rewarding tour. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Rajasthan With Taj - 15 Days Here’s a balanced and varied experience of the Rajasthan state of India. Visit the immaculate Taj Mahal and some delightful secrets away from the traditional tourist sights. On this itinerary you will witness all the colour, culture and beauty of Rajasthan. This tour starts/ends in Delhi. Operates daily with minimum of 2 persons. f Bhutan - The Last Shangrila - 9 Days Bhutan often referred to as the ‘Land of the peaceful Dragon’ is still regarded as the last “Shangri-La” in the Himalayan region because of its remoteness, it’s spectacular mountain terrain, varied flora and fauna and its unique ancient Buddhist monasteries. This tour starts/ends in Delhi. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f The Indian Odyssey -18 Days A combined tour of India’s north and south shows you a diverse land of stunning contrasts. Discover the bustling cities, rare wildlife, pristine beaches, rich cultural heritage, tranquil backwaters, barren deserts and innumerable ancient monuments. Tour starts/ends in Delhi. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Palace on Wheels - 8 Days An enchanting royal tour through the bygone era of the former Maharajas with a story of its own. The train chugs out of Delhi every Wednesday on a week-long run through Rajasthan night, with a trip also to Agra and the Taj Mahal. Turban-wearing attendants take over from the moment you arrive at the platform, assigning you your coupes and detailing all the facilities that are on board. The train moves by night and arrives each morning at a new destination, where new experiences await you. The train operates from September to April only. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to India pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Bali, Indonesia Featured Tour Essential Info Enchanting Bali 8 Days Bali instantly evokes images of ancient temples, golden beaches, hotel resorts and hotel spas. Bali has an ambience that literally breathes ‘exotic’. Day 1 - Arrive Bali Met on arrival and transfer to your resort hotel for a 7 nights stay. Aston Bali Resort & Spa. Day 2 - 7 Bali Your vacation will include buffet breakfasts daily at your hotel and a choice of three sightseeing tour from the following list: • Full Day - THE BEAUTY OF KINTAMANI Bali is famous for its traditional dances. One of them is the Barong & Keris Dance. Enjoy the skillful Balinese dances, visit talented Balinese artists and a traditional workshop. Visit Kintamani to see Lake Batur and the active Mt Batur Volcano. Lunch included. After lunch visit Tampaksiring, “The Fountain of Youth” and Holy Spring. • Full Day - THE EASTERN BALI MYSTIC A batik painting demonstration and see the towering Mount Agung (3142 meters), Bali’s most sacred and highest volcano. Visit the Besakih Temple Complex, the most important temple to the Balinese Hindu population, Discover the traditional village of Penglipuran. until about 1.200 meters above sea level where a striking panorama is revealed. Passing by Lake Buyan and Tamblingan allows you to view an area known for its many species of birds, trees and flowers unseen anywhere else on the island. We stop at Bedugul to visit Lake Bratan with the Floating Temple of Ulun Danu. Stop at the local flower and fruit market. • Half Day - OLEH-OLEH Bali is a shopper’s paradise. This tour is specially designed to simplify your shopping experience. Batubulan Village is renowned for its stone carving art. The most famous artist of silver and gold crafts is found in Celuk Village. When we reach Ubud, which is famous for its painting galleries, stroll over the city’s market. Stop to see the famous Kecak & Fire. • Half Day - THE UNFORGETTABLE SUNSET A must for Bali visitors. Visit the temple of Mengwi Taman Ayun built in the early 17th century. Watch wild monkeys in the Alas Kedaton forest. The forest mainly consists of Nutmeg Trees, habitat for fruit bats (flying Foxes) and 3 big monkey families. Watch magnificent sunsets at the spectacular Tanah Lot Temple. Built on the top of a rock in the Indian Ocean. b Day 8 - Depart Bali Escorted transfer for your departure flight. b Tour Includes: • Accommodation for 7 nights at the hotel listed or similar class in standard rooms • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Return transfers as mentioned in the itinerary • 2 full day sightseeing tours of your choice (Select from itinerary) • 1 half day sightseeing tour of your choice (Select from itinerary) • Services of Tourcan local representatives throughout your stay • Local VAT • A bottle of wine in your room upon your arrival • 90 minute massage & spa treatment OR Dinner with Balinese show and Balinese dance festival Departs: Tour operates daily from Bali. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Explore More Looking for more tour options in Bali? Consider these: f Bali All Inclusive - 8 Days Upgrade your one week stay in Bali for an allinclusive package for a nominal price. A large variety of hotels and resorts are available. Rates on request. f Enchanting Bali - 13 Days Extend your one week stay to 12 nights at a nominal price. A large variety of hotels and resorts are available. Rates on request. • Full Day - THE MAGIC OF NORTHERN BALI Visit Pupuan and Antosari to see the unique rice terraces. (Lunch optional). After a relaxing break we continue this total 230 km route winding up the mountain and offering magnificent views Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Indonesia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 49 Japan Featured Tour The Golden Route Tour Essential Info Highlights: • City of Tokyo sightseeing •The Shinkansen “ The Bullet train” •Hakone National Park •Kyoto sightseeing •Traditional tea ceremony, kimono dressup & lunch •Traditional Japanese style meals 10 Days Departs: Tour operates daily from Tokyo. Minimum of 2 persons required to operate the tour. Following the path of the old Tokaido Road, the Golden Route will take you from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo to Kyoto, ancient capital and true heart of Japanese history and culture. With the hot springs of Hakone also included, this SelfGuided Adventure is a perfect introductory taste of Japan. Day 1 - Tokyo Met on arrival. Travel to Tokyo by train before transferring to your hotel. Accommodation in the Asakusa district of the city, home to the oldest temple in Tokyo, Senso-ji. Asakusa View Hotel Day 2 - Tokyo Tour guide at your disposal for 8 hours. Day’s itinerary is not fixed. The guide will be happy to incorporate your interests. See the capital by public transport as the Tokyoites do. Asakusa View Hotel. b Day 3 - Tokyo Explore Tokyo with the included transport pass that provides an easy and convenient way of getting round the city. Asakusa View Hotel. b Day 4 - Tokyo - Hakone Take Shinkansen ‘Bullet’ train to Odawara, the gateway to the Hakone National Park. Take in the amazing views of Mt. Fuji, Japan ‘s most iconic mountain. Accommodation is Japanesestyle traditional inn. Traditional dinner. Taiseikan Ryokan Hotel. b 50 Day 5 - Hakone Explore the city using Hakone Free pass covering much of the local transport. Attractions include the sulphurous, steaming hot rivers of the volcanic crater at Owakudani, the excellent open-air sculpture park among other treasures. Relax in one of the many hot spring baths. Dinner. Taiseikan Ryokan Hotel. b Day 6 - Hakone - Kyoto Leave Hakone by bullet train to the ancient capital of Kyoto. Kyoto is one of the World’s most visited cities. Hotel Granvia Kyoto. b Day 7 - Kyoto Meet your local guide for a Kyoto backstreets tour to the most famous sights as well as some hidden gems. There is no fixed itinerary so let the guide know your interests. Hotel Granvia Kyoto. b Explore More Looking for more tour options in Japan? Consider these: f Traditional Japan - 15 Days Leave the bright lights and fast living behind and immerse yourself in the more traditional and laid-back side of Japan. This trip will take you off the beaten track and show you a very different Japan, away from the usual tourist haunts whilst also including the must-see cities of Tokyo and Kyoto. Tour starts and ends in Tokyo. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Day 8 - Kyoto Free day to explore Kyoto or, use the included Japan Rail Pass to make a day trip. Suggestion: Nara for the giant statue of Buddha, the buzzing city of Osaka or perhaps Hiroshima. Hotel Granvia Kyoto. b Day 9 - Kyoto - Tokyo Back to Tokyo. Last minute souvenir shopping. Your last night at a hotel in the modern Shinjuku district. Century Southern Tower. b Day 10 - Depart Tokyo Take the Narita Express train to the airport. b Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Japan pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing South Korea Explore More Featured Tour Classic Highlights Tour 8 Days Looking for more tour options in Korea? Consider these: f The Best of South Korea - 11 Days Densely forested mountains, colourful Buddhist temples and sleek modern cities - discover all this and much more with this Korean Highlights tour. Korea’s welcoming people, unique culture and incomparable cuisine make it one of the great destinations of Northeast Asia. Starts/ends in Seoul. Operates on select departure dates throughout the year. Minimum 2 persons per departure. This tour introduces you to Seoul, one of the hottest spots in Asia as well as other wonderful cities like Busan, Daegu and Gyeongju that have propelled South Korea into the limelight of travel destinations for the North American traveller. Day 1 - Arrive In Seoul Arrive in Seoul, meet and transfer to your hotel. Leisure time or rest. Hamilton Hotel. Day 2 - Seoul Morning city tour of Seoul, including the National Museum, Secret Garden & Changdeok Palace and Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsan for a bird’s eye view of Metropolitan Seoul. Hamilton Hotel. b Day 3 - Seoul - Daegu Depart Seoul and transfer to Korean Folk Village to see the old traditional style houses and lifestyles of the18th - 19th century still being practiced by people living in the village. Proceed to Songnisan National Park and Beopjusa Temple. Drive to Daegu check-in at the hotel. Lakehill Hotel/Daegu Grand Hotel. b Day 4 - Mt Songnisan National Park Gyeongju Transfer to Gyeongju. Afternoon tour of Gyeongju including Chomsongdae Astronmic Observatory, Royal Tumuli Park and Bulguksa Temple. Overnight in Gyeongju Kolon Hotel. b Day 5 - Gyeongju A full day tour of Gyeongju by visiting Seog- guram Grotto, Four faced Buddha, Gwaeneung Royal Tomb and a scenic drive tour to Guryongpo Port. Drive along the sea for some beautiful coastal scenery. Kolon Hotel. b Day 6 - Gyeongju - Busan Transfer to Unmoonsa Temple (a Buddhist Nun’s Temple). Proceed to Busan for a city tour including the Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fish Market and Nampodong Street. Busan Tourist Hotel. b Day 7 - Busan - Seoul Transfer to Seoul with a guide or by KTX train from Busan. Transfer to hotel in Itaewon Street. Free time for shopping. Hamilton Hotel. b Day 8 - Seoul After breakfast, transfer to Seoul airport. b Essential Info f Seoul Stopover - 4 Days For those with limited time in Seoul, this is a highly recommended stopover package. Includes 3 nights accommodation with transfers and a full day orientation sightseeing tour of Seoul. The tour starts/ends in Seoul. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Seoul & Gyongju Tour - 5 Days This tour consists of 3 nights in Seoul and 1 night in Gyongju. Apart from Seoul, explore the city of Gyeongju, an internationally acclaimed cultural and historic area with numerous examples of ancient architecture designated as World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, such as Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto. The tour starts/ends in Seoul. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Highlights: • Mt. Songnisan National Park • Bepjusa Temple • Gyeongju & Busan Tour Tour Includes: • Standard room accommodation at hotels listed in the itinerary or similar available • Meals as specified (b - Breakfast) • English speaking guide for full commentary at attractions • Transfers • All admission fees and all tax, service charges are included Departs: Operates on select departure dates throughout the year. Minimum 2 persons per departure. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to South Korea destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 51 Malaysia & Singapore Explore More Featured Tour A Taste Of South 10 Days East Asia Looking for more tour options in Malaysia & Singapore? Consider these: Here is a fascinating experience featuring Asia’s two most exotic destinations - The island state of Singapore and Malaysia. Discover Singapore’s finest attractions before embarking on an extensive overland coach tour of Malaysia visiting the coastal colonial Malay town of Malacca, Kuala Lumpur, the hill resort of Cameroon Highlands and Penang Island. Day 1 - Arrive Singapore Met on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Rendevous Hotel. Day 2 - Singapore Travel to Sentosa Island for a monorail tour around the island. Return by cable car to Mt Faber and transfer back to your hotel. Afternoon, City Tour of Singapore which includes all of the significant and interesting parts of the island. Rendevous Hotel. b Day 3 - Singapore Leisure day. Rendevous Hotel. b Day 4 - Singapore - Johore - Malacca Early departure for Malaysia. Visit the Grand Palace and Royal Abu Bakar Museum in Johore. Proceed to a bazaar-style market followed by early lunch. Continue to historical Malacca. Equatorial Hotel Melaka. b l Day 5 - Malacca - Kuala Lumpur A historical city tour of Malacca. Visit Porta De Santiago (Portuguese Fortress), Stadthuy’s, Dutch buildings, Jonker Street and finally Transquerah Mosque. Lunch and depart for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s capital. Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel. b l Day 6 - Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur sightseeing. Visit the National Monument, National Mosque, railway station, Batu Caves - a Hindu temple built into limestone outcrop and a pewter factory. Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel or similar. b l Day 7 - Kuala Lumpur - Cameron Highlands Journey north to the hill resort of the Cameron Highlands. Pass through the town of Selim River. Lunch at Tapah town. Stop at Iskandar Water- 52 f Adventure In Malaysia & Borneo - 14 Days An exciting adventure which combines the sophistication of Kuala Lumpur with a fascinating journey through rural Eastern Malaysia and Borneo. This journey reveals the complex multicultural heritage of the region. Revel in the stunning natural beauty of primeval rainforests and exotic wildlife - including the incomparable Orangutan. The tour starts in Kuala Lumpur and ends in Kota Kinabalu in East Malaysia. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. falls, visit aboriginal villages, vegetable and tea plantations. Strawberry Park Resort. b l Day 8 - Cameron Highlands - Penang Depart Cameron Highlands to Penang. En route see the Ubudiah Mosque in Kuala Kangsar & visit the Orang Utan Island at Bukit Merah Laketown. Boat ride to the island to see the Orang Utan. Cross the Penang Bridge. Check-in your hotel. Grand Plaza Parkroyal Penang. b l Day 9 - Penang Leisure day for independent activities. Grand Plaza Parkroyal Penang. b Day 10 - Penang Transfer for flight home (Penang extension available). b Essential Info Highlights: • Singapore sightseeing •Sentosa island tour •Johore & Malacca sightseeing •Kuala Lumpur & Cameroon Highlands sightseeing •Penang Island f Kuala Lumpur Stopover - 3 Days This package is perfect for first-time visitors to Kuala Lumpur with plenty of photo stops of magnificent architectural feats and highlights. Kuala Lumpur is Malaysia’s commercial and cultural hub. It now combines modern skyscrapers with traditional Malaysian architecture. The tour starts/ ends in Kuala Lumpur. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Penang Stopover - 3 Days Penang was established as a trading post by the British East India Company in the 18th century. The port, commanding a strategic position in the Straits of Malacca, thrived on the spice trade. Plantations of nutmeg, clove, gambir and pepper cover Penang island. The tour starts/ends in Penang. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Singapore Stopover - 3 Days Explore the monuments and relics of Southeast Asian cultures in one compact destination. Dive into unique attractions and grab unbeatable bargains as you explore this shopping paradise. Treat your taste buds to a party with Singapore’s delicious food. All these and more in our Singapore Stopover package. The tour starts/ends in Singapore. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Tour Includes: • Accommodation as per itinerary “or similar” in standard rooms • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) Departs: Tour operates daily from Singapore. Minimum of 2 persons per departure. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Malayasia/Singapore destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Maldives Sun, sand and sea - a thousand ‘Robinson Crusoe’ islands, massive lagoons with different depths and infinite shades of blue and turquoise, dazzling underwater coral gardens; a perfect natural combination for the ideal tropical holiday destination. However, there is more to the Maldives. It is a geological eccentricity nestled in the middle of the Indian Ocean. The Maldives is famed for its rare underwater beauty. The profusion of psychedelic colours and the abundance and variety of life underwater have fascinated divers and snorkellers since it was discovered as a div- ing destination. The highest level of visibility that one could expect and warm temperatures throughout the year makes diving in the Maldives a delight you would want to experience over and over again. The Maldives has some of the best dive sites in the world. The Maldives is also an ideal honeymoon and wedding getaway and is often visited in combination with a visit to neighbhouring Sri Lanka or South India. Male the capital is only a 50 minute flight from Colombo, Sri Lanka while it takes under 2 hours flight to get there from any South Indian gateway. Tourcan Vacations offer a wide array of accommodation options in the Maldives. Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa - Deluxe Anantara Veli Resort & Spa - Deluxe One & Only Reethi Rah - Deluxe Medhufushi Island Resort - Deluxe Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa - Deluxe Filitheyo Island Resort Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Maldives destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 53 Sri Lanka Featured Tour Essential Info A Living Heritage Highlights: • The capital Colombo •The Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka including Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa •Spice Garden •Hill capital of Kandy •Nuwara Eliya - Sri Lanka’s Tea country •Horton Plains •West Coast beaches 11 Days Marco Polo claimed Sri Lanka as the finest isle in the world. For a small tropical island in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka reveals its richness and beauty and the intensity of the affection it evokes in its visitors. This chauffeur driven tour explores a 2500 year old cultural heritage, cool hill country with tea plantations, exotic bird and wildlife and pristine sandy beaches that surrounds the isle. Day 1 - Arrive Colombo On arrival, meet and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon city tour of Colombo, the capital. Visit the old colonial sections of the city. Accommodation at Cinnamon Grand Colombo. b Day 2 - Colombo - Pinnawala - Habarana Proceed to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, a conservation and scientific captive-breeding programme for elephants. Later visit 1st century BC Dambulla Rock Temple. Drive to Habarana. Accommodation at Chaaya Village. b Day 3 - Habarana - Sigriya - Polonnaruwa Habarana Drive to Sigiriya. Climb the 5th century Sigiriya rock fortress which is a world heritage site. Later visit Polonnaruwa, once the capital city built in the 11th century AD. Accommodation at Chaaya Village. b Day 4 - Habarana - Matale - Kandy Visit Matale to see different spices for which Sri Lanka is famous. Drive to Kandy. Drive around the Kandy Lake, the town and bazaar, the arts and crafts centre, a gem museum and a lapidary. Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy and a cultural show. Accommodation at Chaaya Citadel Hotel. b 54 Day 5 - Kandy Full day sightseeing in Kandy. Visit the Royal Botanical garden. Accommodation at Chaaya Citadel Hotel. b Day 6 - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya Visit a tea factory where the best tea in the world is produced and observe the process of manufacturing tea. Taste a cup of pure Ceylon tea. Drive to Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka’s most popular hill resort. Accommodation at the Hill Club. b Day 7 - Nuwara Eliya - Horton Plains Park Nuwara Eliya Visit the Horton plains. Trek to the World’s End, an awesome escarpment that drops vertically for about 4,000 feet. The park shelters mammals such as Sambhur, Leopard and the endemic Bear Monkey. It is also famous for its endemic lizards. Accommodation at Hill Club. b Day 8 - Nuwara Eliya - Kitulgala - Bentota Drive to Bentota, en route visit Kitulgala the main location where the Oscar winning Movie Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed. Transfer from Kitulgala to Bentota. Accommodation at Ceysands Beach or Bentota Beach Hotel. b Day 9 - Bentota Day free. Accommodation at Ceysands Beach or Bentota Beach Hotel. b Day 10 - Bentota Day free. Accommodation at Ceysands Beach or Bentota Beach Hotel. b Day 11 - Bentota - Colombo airport Transfer to Colombo airport for departure. b Tour Includes: • Accommodation at hotels listed or similar class in standard rooms • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast) • All transfers and touring in an air-conditioned vehicle • The services of an English speaking chauffeur cum guide • All entrance fees as per the itinerary • Hotel service charges and VAT Departs: Tour operates daily from Colombo. Minimum of 2 persons per departure. Explore More Looking for more tour options in Maldives & Sri Lanka? Consider these: f India, Sri Lanka & Maldives Combined Travelling all the way from North America, there is no better way to enjoy your subcontinental sojourn than combining your vacation to two or more destinations that are unique in the region. Tourcan Vacations can custom build itineraries covering India, Sri Lankan and the Maldives combined. f Trekking & Wildlife Safaris of Sri Lanka We offer both tough treks for the experienced hiker covering jungle and mountain trails as well as gentler treks and relaxed, simple walks in the scenic countryside. The island’s national parks are home to the Asian elephant, the leopard, other exotic species such as the Sloth Bear, many species of Deer and Monkey and a variety of other animals including the aggressive and dangerous Wild Buffalo. Most lakes and estuaries in the National Parks attract many Crocodiles belonging to two species endemic to Sri Lanka. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Sri Lanka destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Thailand Featured Tour Essential Info Amazing Thailand Highlights: • City & temples of Bangkok •Floating Markets and Rose Garden •Hill tribes in Northern Thailand •The Golden Triangle •Elephant village •Cities of Chiang Rai & Chiang Mai 9 Days Thailand, is the only country in Southeast Asia never to have been colonized. Formerly known as Siam to foreigners who first came to this region as early as the 12th century, the country’s name was changed to Thailand with the advent of a democratic government in 1939. The following itinerary will take you through the memorable sights, culture and cuisine of Thailand and give you the chance to get to know the hospitable and friendly people of this nation. Day 1 - Bangkok You will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel. Rembrandt Hotel. Day 2 - Bangkok City & temples tour of Bangkok. Explore Chao Phraya River and canals to see farmers in tiny flat-bottomed boats market their produce. Observe the family homes and temples along the water-ways which gives this city the name “Venice of the East”. Tour the Grand Palace and Buddha Temple. Rembrandt Hotel. b Day 3 - Bangkok Visit the floating market at Damnern Saduak Nakorn Pathom, the oldest city in Thailand and continue to the Rose Garden a typical Thai village. See villagers in their natural habitat, working to create traditional village handicraft. Rembrandt Hotel. b l Day 4 - Bangkok - Pitsanuloke Depart Bangkok to Bang Pa In, a lavish royal Summer Palace. Continue to the old capital of Ayuthaya. Travel overland to Phra Prang Sam Yod and Narai Palace in Lopburi. Arrive in Pitsanuloke. Amarin Lagoon Hotel. b l d Day 5 - Pitsanuloke - Sukhothai - Chiang Rai Depart for Sukhothai, ancient capital of Siam. Drive through rural Thailand and further north through jungle clad hills. Stop at the small town of Phayao which dates back to the 11th century. Arrive in Chiang Rai. Rimkok Resort. b l d Tour Includes: • Accommodation at hotels listed or similar in standard rooms • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Daily Breakfast, 6 Lunches, 5 Dinners (Thai Kantoke dinner) • Sightseeing as specified in the itinerary • Transfers airport/hotel/airport • Tours & transfers based on private air-conditioned vehicle with luggage handling • English speaking local guide • Domestic Flights not included Departs: Tour operates daily from Bangkok. Minimum of 2 persons per departure. Day 6 - Golden Triangle (Borders of Thailand, Myanmar & Laos) See the lifestyle of the Hill Tribes on the border of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. Visit Mae Sai in the afternoon and then return to Chaing Rai. Rimkok Resort. b l d Day 7 - Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai Departure for Chiang Mai through tropical jungle scenery to Doi Suthep. Some 20 different tribes of semi-nomadic people live here. Visit a Buddhist temple. Enjoy a “Kantoke” Thai dinner and show. Empress Chiang Mai Hotel. b l d Day 8 - Chiang Mai See the elephants at work and ride elephants to the Mae Sa Valley. This afternoon visit home industry factories and handicraft centres. Empress Chiang Mai Hotel. b l d Day 9 - Departure Transfer Transfer and flight to Bangkok. b Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Thailand destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 55 Thailand Featured Tour Land Of A Million Smiles 14 Days Day 1- Arrive Bangkok You will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel. Rembrandt Hotel Day 2 - Bangkok City & temples tour of Bangkok. Explore Chao Phraya River and canals to see farmers in tiny flat-bottomed boats market their produce. Observe the family homes and temples along the water-ways which gives this city the name “Venice of the East”. Tour the Grand Palace and Buddha temple. Rembrandt Hotel. b Day 3 - Bangkok Visit the floating market at Damnern Saduak, Nakorn Pathom, the oldest city in Thailand. Continue to the Rose Garden a typical Thai village. Here, see villagers in their natural habitat, working to create traditional village handicraft. Rembrandt Hotel. b l Day 4 - Bangkok - Chiang Mai Transfer and flight to Chiang Mai. Meet and transfer to your chosen hotel. Imperial Mae Ping Hotel. b Day 5 - Chiang Mai See elephants at play and work, watch them demonstrate their prowess by moving lumber. An opportunity to feed and ride on these elephants. This afternoon visit Doi Suthep and Meo Hilltribe villages. Visit Wat Phra on Doi Suthep. Imperial Mae Ping Hotel. b Day 6 - Chiang Mai Tour this old walled city and it’s temples Enjoy a “Kantoke” Thai dinner and show. Imperial Mae Ping Hotel. b d straight up from the clear blue waters. The area was the site of the James Bond film, “The Man with the Golden Gun.” Lunch. Later, observe the Sea Gypsy Village of Ko Pannyi built on stilts out in the open sea. Novotel Phuket Resort. b l Day 13 - Phuket - Bangkok Transfer to Phuket Airport for flight to Bangkok. Arrival Bangkok, transfer to hotel near the airport. Novotel Bangna Hotel. b Day 14 - Depart Bangkok Transfer to Bangkok airport for departure time. b Essential Info Highlights: • Bangkok: Temple of Dawn, the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha, Floating Market at Damnern Saduak & Rose Garden • Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep and Hill tribes • Phuket: Boat trip to Phang Nga Island and Sea Gypsy Village Day 8 - Day 11- Phuket Free days for leisure activities. Novotel Phuket Resort. b Tour Includes: • Accommodation at hotels listed or similar in standard rooms. • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Private transfer airport/hotel/airport • Sightseeing as specified • Tours & transfer based on private air-conditioned vehicle with luggage handling • English speaking local guides • Domestic flights where indicated in the itinerary Day 12 - Phuket Boat excursion to Phang Nga Island to see towering limestone “islands” with cliffs that rise Departs: Tour operates daily from Bangkok. Minimum of 2 persons per departure. Day 7 - Chiang Mai - Phuket Island Transfer to the airport for your flight to Phuket. On arrival, meet and transfer to your chosen hotel. Novotel Phuket Resort. b 56 Explore More Looking for more tour options in Thailand? Consider these: f Bangkok Stopover - 4 Days If you are transiting Bangkok or travelling on business, our 4 day Bangkok stopover is an ideal option to get to know this lively and entertaining city in Asia. The tour starts/ends in Bangkok. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Phuket Stopover - 4 Days Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, boasts limestone cliffs, white powdery beaches, tranquil broad bays, tropical inland forests and worldrenowned diving. The town of Phuket also offers a very interesting mix of architectural styles, including Portuguese. With its proud history, tropical climate and genuine hospitality, Thailand is a never-ending source of fascination and pleasure! The tour starts/ends in Phuket. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Koh Samui Stopover - 4 Days Koh Samui is an island of coconut palm trees and forested hills on chalk mountains, beautiful white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, jungle and waterfalls. Koh Samui is an internationally renowned holiday destination. Enjoy a guided tour of the island and relax on the beach. Enjoy Koh Samui as an extension package to another Thailand tour, or as a complete long stay vacation. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Thailand destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos Day 12 - Siem Reap Excursion to Phnom Kulen and Bantey Srei. La Residence d’Angkor. b Featured Tour Faces Of Indo-China 16 Days Day 13 - Siem Reap - Phnom Penh - Vientiane (Laos) Transfer. Flight from Siem Reap to Vientiane via Phnom Penh. Arrival in Vientiane and transfer to your hotel. Sightseeing in Vientiane. Lao Plaza Hotel. b Day 14 - Vientiane - Luang Prabang Transfer. Flight from Vientiane to Luang Prabang. Sightseeing in Luang Prabang. See the former royal capital of Laos and the country’s distinctive charm & beauty as you immerse in the splendid natural landscape & cultural sights of Luang Prabang. Villa Santi Hotel. b An epic Indochina experience, combining Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos. In Cambodia, visit Siem Reap to discover the magnificent Angkor Wat complex and the capital, Phnom Penh. In Vietnam, travel the length of the country from exciting Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) to the capital Hanoi before visiting the remote and secluded land locked nation of Laos. Day 1 - Hanoi Arrival in Hanoi - Transfer to hotel. Softiel Morin Hotel. Day 2 - Hanoi Full day Halong Bay cruise on a traditional wooden boat. Sail past floating villages, fishermen casting their nets and pearl fisheries and Observe the rhythms of daily life on the bay. Sofitel Morin Hotel. b l Day 3 - Hanoi Visit One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleu. Watch water Puppet show, a fantastic art form originating in northern Vietnam. Sofitel Morin Hotel. b Day 4 - Hoa Binh - Mai Chau - Hanoi Visit the Sugarcane pagoda in the village of Dong Sang, the Muong villages of Ban Dam and Giang in Hoa Binh. Visit rural Mai Chau, most of the people here are Tai, distantly related to tribes in Thailand, Laos and China. Sofitel Morin Hotel. b l Day 5 - Hanoi - Hue Flight from Hanoi to Hue. Visit the old Imperial city located in the Citadel, built in the early 19th century and modelled after the Forbidden city in Peking. There are numerous palaces and temples within the walls. Saigon Morin Hotel. b Day 6 - Hue - Danang - Hoi An Excursion on Huong Giang River to the Thien Mu Pagoda by boat. Hoi An Riverside Resort. b Day 7 - Hoi An -Danang - Saigon Sightseeing in Hoi An and boat trip on the Thu Bon River. Transfer from Hoi An to Danang Airport. Flight from Danang to Saigon. Transfer to hotel in Saigon. Duxton Hotel Saigon. b Day 8 - Saigon Visit Ben Thanh market, the central market of Saigon and its surrounding streets. Excursion to Cu Chi tunnels, an important base during the American war. Duxton Hotel Saigon. b Day 9 - Saigon Day at leisure. Optional cooking class. Duxton Hotel Saigon. b Day 10 - Saigon - Siem Reap Excursion to My Tho, capital of Tien Giang Province with a boat trip on the Mekong River. Visit one or two of the islands with traditional handcrafts, bee farms and coconut candy production. Flight from Saigon to Siem Reap. Overnight in Siem Reap. La Residence d’Angkor. b Day 11 - Siem Reap - Angkor Wat Visit Angkor Wat temple dedicated to the Hindu God Vishnu by King Suryavarman II, world famous for its beauty and splendour. Visit Preah Khan and Phnom Bakheng temples for a breathtaking sunset over Angkor. La Residence d’Angkor. b Day 15 - Luang Prabang Excursion by boat from Luang Prabang to Pak Ou Caves. Sightseeing in Luang Prabang Visit Ban Phanom. Villa Santi Hotel. b Day 16 - Luang Prabang Sightseeing in Luang Prabang. Departure transfer to the airport for your flight home. b Essential Info Highlights: • Hanoi: Boat trip to Halong Bay, Water Puppet Show • Hue: Old Imperial City, Forbidden Purple City • Hoi An: Excursion on Huong Giang River • Saigon: Ben Thanh Market, Binh Tay Market, Excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels • Siem Reap: Angkor Wat, Phnom Bakheng • Vientiane: Ho Pha Keo Talaat Sao, morning market • Luang Prabang: Pak Ou Caves Tour Includes: • Accommodations at hotels listed or similar in standard rooms • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Hotel service charges and government taxes • Sightseeing/excursions as per itinerary including entrance fees to sites & museums • Transfers/tours by private vehicle with English speaking local escort • All domestic flights within Indo China Departs: Tour operates daily with minimum of 2 persons per departure. Tour starts in Hanoi, Vietnam and ends in Luang Prabang, Laos. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Vietnam/Cambodia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 57 Vietnam & Cambodia Featured Tour Essential Info A New Horizon Highlights: • Hanoi: City sightseeing, Hoa Binh hill tribe villages • Hue: Thien Mu Pagoda, the Old Imperial city and the Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang • Hoi An: Excursion on Thu Bon River • Saigon: Ben Thanh Market Binh Tay Market & Excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels • Siem Reap: Angkor Wat, Phnom Bakheng 14 Days Day 1 - Hanoi Arrival in Hanoi and transfer to your hotel. Sofitel Plaza Hanoi Hotel Day 2 - Hanoi Sightseeing in Hanoi. Visit the Ethnographic Museum, the temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt house, One Pillar Pagoda and the Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple and the Rising Sun bridge. After a brief cycle tour, see a Water Puppet Show, a fantastic form of art from northern Vietnam. Sofitel Plaza Hanoi Hotel. b Day 3 - Hanoi - Hoa Binh - Mai Chau - Hanoi Journey to Hoa Binh Province. Visit Hoa Binh city home to many hill tribes. Taste the rice wine produced here and visit the Muong villages of Ban Dam and Giang. Lunch at a local restaurant. Visit Mai Chau. Return to Hanoi. Sofitel Plaza Hanoi Hotel. b Day 4 - Hanoi - Hue Transfer to Hanoi airport for a flight to Hue, the former capital of Vietnam. Arrival transfer and sightseeing in Hue. Hue houses ancient temples, 17th century imperial buildings and French-style edifices. Visit the Imperial Tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Saigon Morin Hotel, Hue. b Day 5 - Hue Continue sightseeing in Hue. Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, the Old Imperial city and the Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang with boat trip. Saigon Morin Hotel. b Day 6 - Hue - Danang - Hoi An Journey from Hue to Hoi An via Danang over the scenic mountainous roads with spectacular views over the coastline. Visit the Cham Museum and pass China Beach famous spot for American soldiers during the Vietnam-American War. Continue south to Hoi An. Stop enroute to visit the Marble Mountains. Hoi An Riverside Resort. b Day 8 - Saigon Sightseeing in Saigon and Cholon (Chinatown). There are street markets, pavement cafes and sleek new cafes and pubs. Yet within this teeming metropolis are 300 years of timeless traditions and the beauty of an ancient culture. Duxton Hotel. b Day 9 - Saigon Excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels, a 200km long network of tunnels connecting command posts, hospitals, shelter and weapon factories, built during the Vietnam war. Duxton Hotel. b Day 10 - Saigon Excursion to My Tho with boat trip on the Mekong River Islands. Duxton Hotel. b l Day 11 - Saigon - Siem Reap (Cambodia) Transfer to Saigon airport for flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Sightseeing in the Angkor Wat temples, a world wonder and a national symbol of Cambodia. Angkor Century Resort & Spa. b Day 12 - Siem Reap Excursion to Banteay Srei and Kbal Spien, also known as the River of 1000 Lingas. Also visit the Chantiers Ecoles (Artisans d Angkor). Angkor Century Resort & Spa. b Day 13 - Siem Reap Continue the Sightseeing in Angkor and visit Angkor Thom, temples of Prasat Kravan among other attractions. Angkor Century Resort & Spa. b Tour Includes: • Accommodations at hotels listed or similar in standard rooms • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) • Hotel service charges and government taxes • Sightseeing/excursions as per itinerary including entrance fees to sites & museums • Transfers/tours by private vehicle with English speaking local escort • All domestic flights within Vietnam and Cambodia Departs: Tour operates daily with minimum of 2 persons per departure. Tour starts in Hanoi, Vietnam and ends in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Explore More Looking for more tour options in Vietnam & Cambodia? Consider these: f Hanoi Stopover - 4 Days Explore Hanoi the official capital of independent Vietnam. Today ancient crumbling buildings dating from the 11th century lie scattered among grand French colonial residences, while shrines and monuments to Vietnam’s first president, Ho Chi Minh, sit in the shadow of modern high-rise buildings. The streets of the Old Quarter preserve age-old customs, where trade takes one back half a century, and temples, pagodas and monuments reflect the historic character of Vietnam. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. f Saigon Stopover - 4 Days Limited for time in Saigon. This stopover package will give you a glimpse of downtown Saigon and the Binhtay Market in Cho Lon with stop over at Thien Hau, a 150 year old Chinese Temple, Lacquer wares workshop and Jade Emperor pagoda. Visit War Remnants Museum, the Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office. Operates daily with minimum 2 persons. Day 7 - Hoi An - Danang - Saigon Sightseeing in Hoi An including a boat trip on Day 14 - Siem Reap Departure the Thu Bon River. A walking tour include visits Departure transfer to Siem Reap airport for your to a local home, a family chapel and a Chinese flight home. b style Pagoda. Continue to the famous Japanese Covered Bridge. Transfer from Hoi An to Danang Airport - Flight from Danang to Saigon. Duxton Hotel. b Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Vietnam/Cambodia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 58 Australia South Pacific Featured Tour Day 10 - Fraser Island - 4 Wheel Drive Tour Afternoon 4 Wheel Drive tour to explore the island’s hidden treasures. Dining choose from: a casual dining at the Sand Bar and Bistro or the Maheno Restaurant buffet or the award-winning Seabelle Restaurant. b Great Barrier Reef & Rainforest Discovery 13/15 Days Day 11 - Australia Zoo - Surfers Paradise Continue south to Australia Zoo and the glittering Gold Coast, where our hotel is located on Surfers Paradise. Overnight Stay: Gold Coast International Hotel. b Day 12 - Gold Coast - Coffs Harbor Travel to Byron Bay. Continue to Coffs Harbor. Overnight Stay: Novotel Pacific Bay Resort. b d Explore the fabulous East coast of Australia from Cairns to Sydney in 13 or 15 Days, taking in the rain forests of Daintree, the islands off the Great Barrier Reef and the Gold Coast. Day 1 - Cairns Transfer to your centrally located hotel. Welcome dinner. 2 nights stay. Cairns Hilton Hotel. d Day 2 - Cairns Sightseeing in Cairns. Choose one activity from: A hot air balloon flight; Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures; Uninhabited Normanby Island; Food Trail Tour; or a tranquil estuarine cruise on Trinity inlet. Dinner with performance at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. b d Day 3 - Kuranda Scenic Railway - Daintree Rainforest Kuranda Train for a journey through the Atherton Tablelands. Explore Kuranda before returning aboard the Skyrail gondola. Journey north to Daintree Rainforest for 2 nights. Silky Oaks Lodge. b d Day 4 - Daintree Rainforest Explore Daintree Rainforest. Choose one activity from: a catamaran trip to Agincourt Reef to snorkel and view coral and sea life; Full day Cape Tribulation adventure; a rainforest experience from both Aboriginal and western perspectives or a bird watching cruise. b d Day 5 - Port Douglas - Mission Beach Travel to Port Douglas and enjoy leisure time amongst the village shops and galleries. Continue to Mission Beach, where verdant rainforest meets the golden sands. Overnight Stay: Castaway Resort. b d Day 6 - Townsville - Daydream Island Explore Townsville. Choose your option from the Museum of Tropical Queensland; Reef HQ or the world’s largest living coral reef aquarium. Continue to Airlie Beach, a cruise to the Daydream Island for 2 nights. Daydream Island Resort & Spa. b d Day 7 - Daydream Island Daydream Island is one of 74 islands nestled between the coast and Great Barrier Reef. Choose your option from a cruise exploring two islands; a glass bottom Boat ride; a cruise to the Outer Reef or a massage. b Day 8 - Daydream Island - Capricorn Coast Cruise back to the mainland and travel to Yeppoon. Evening a true Aussie BBQ. Overnight stay: Rydges Capricorn Coast or Langmorn Cattle Station. Home stay option. b d Day 9 - Cattle Station - Fraser Island Morning tea with our hosts. Continue to Hervey Bay, a catamaran ride to Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world. 2 nights stay. Kingfisher Bay Resort. b d Day 13 - Coffs Harbor - Sydney Journey south, lunch and wine tasting. Arrive in Sydney. 2 nights stay. Sofitel Wentworth. (13 Day tour guests depart tour on arrival in Sydney. Please book your flights from 7pm onwards.) bl Day 14 - Sydney Sydney sightseeing and lunch cruise of Sydney’s harbor. b l Day 15 - Sydney Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • Daintree Forest, Townsville, Whitsundays and Fraser Island. • Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. • Kuranda Scenic railway and Skyrail gondola. • Rockhampton cattle station. • Australia Zoo. • The Gold Coast/ Surfers Paradise. • Sydney. • 26 superb meals including 14 Buffet. • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Australia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 59 Australia Featured Tour north and visit the Kakadu National Park to see Nourlangie Rock and Aboriginal rock art. 2 nights stay at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn, Kakadu National Park. b d The Australian Discovery: Sydney to Darwin 16/14/11 Days Day 14 - Kakadu National Park Cruise the Yellow Waters billabong and encounter brolgas, jabiru, or crocodiles basking on the bank. Optional flight over Kakadu. b d Day 1 - Sydney Canberra Depart Sydney for the nation’s capital Canberra. In Canberra, a choice of sightseeing/activities from: (1) National War Memorial and ANZAC Hall; or (2) Parliament House; or (3) National Museum of Australia; or (4) National Gallery of Australia; or (5) Australian National Botanic Gardens. Overnight Stay at Novotel Hotel, Canberra. d Day 2 - Canberra - Mildura Travel to Hay to see Australia’s colourful shearers at Shear Outback. Continue to Mildura. Overnight Stay at Mildura Grand Hotel. b d Day 3 - Mildura - Adelaide Cross the border to South Australia and the Barossa Valley. Taste local wines and a light lunch at Jacobs Creek visitor centre. Overnight stay at Sebel Playford Hotel, Adelaide. (Note: 14 day guests join the tour this evening) b l Day 4 - Adelaide - Wilpena Pound Visit Montefiore Hill and continue north to the townships of Clare and Wilpena Pound. Overnight stay at Wilpena Pound Resort. b d Day 5 - Coober Pedy Explore the real outback, marvel at the red walls of Parachilna Gorge and travel north along the famous Oodnadatta Track (subject to road conditions). Arrive at Coober Pedy. Enjoy a traditional Aussie barbecue. Overnight Stay at Desert Cave Hotel, Coober Pedy. b d Day 6 - Coober Pedy - Ayers Rock Drive through the desolate landscape to Erldunda. Pass Mt Conner before arriving at the world famous monolith, Uluru (Ayers Rock). 2 nights at Desert Gardens Resort, Ayers Rock. b (Note: 11 day guests join the tour this evening) Day 7 - Ayers Rock A choice of activities/sightseeing from (1) Sunrise over Uluru; or (2) Harley Davidson ride; or (3) Camel ride; or (4) Naturalist walk. This afternoon travel to the 36 rounded domes of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). Experience the Sounds of Silence dinner. b d 60 Day 15 - Darwin Travel to Litchfield National Park to see the Florence and Wangi Falls. Continue to Darwin. As featured in “Australia”, the movie, enjoy a sunset dinner cruise on board a 1950’s wooden sailing schooner, the Alfred Nobel. Overnight Stay at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Darwin. b d Day 8 - Kings Canyon Travel to Kings Creek Station and Watarrka National Park. At Kings Canyon, walk the rim of the canyon or stroll along the canyon floor. For dining, choose from: (1) a delicious buffet at Carmichael’s Restaurant; or (2) dine at the Outback BBQ and Grill. Overnight Stay at Kings Canyon Resort. b d Day 9 - Alice Springs Visit Alice Springs Telegraph Station and the Royal Flying Doctor Service. For dining, choose from (1) Red Centre Dreaming; or (2) Take a camel to dinner; or (3) Red Ochre Grill; or (4) Lasseters Hotel. Two Night Stay at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Alice Springs. b d Day 10 - Alice Springs Choice of excursions/activities from: (1) Explore at your own pace on a hop on – hop off sightseeing tour; or (2) tour the magnificent Standley Chasm and Simpsons Gap; or (3) travel to Palm Valley – the oasis in the desert; or (4) explore Bond Springs Cattle Station. b d Day 11 - Tennant Creek Visit the School of the Air then continue north to the Devil’s Marbles. Overnight Stay at Blue Stone Motor Inn, Tennant Creek. b d Day 12 - Tennant Creek - Katherine Visit a working cattle station then travel to Daly Waters Pub for lunch. Continue north to Mataranka and visit the Elsey Homestead replica and the famous thermal pool. Overnight stay at All Seasons Hotel, Katherine Day 16 - Darwin departure Transfer to Darwin airport or option to stay longer in Darwin. b Essential Info Hghlights: •Canberra - Australia’s national capital •Sheep shearers at Shear Outback •Wilpena Pound - Flinders Ranges •See the Oodnadatta Track •World Heritage listed Uluru -Kata Tjuta National Park •Kings Canyon and the Devil’s Marbles •Working Cattle Station •Katherine Gorge cruise •World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park •Yellow Waters billabong cruise Included: •All ground transportation by luxury coaches •The services of an accompanying local Tour Director •Airport transfers as specified in the itinerary •Accommodation at hotels listed or similar available • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Sightseeing and admissions as indicated in the itinerary bld Day 13 - Kakadu National Park Breakfast cruise through Katherine Gorge. Travel Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Australia destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing New Zealand Featured Tour Day 11 - Marlborough Sounds - Christchurch Breakfast. Take Inter-islander ferry from Marlborough Sounds to Picton. Continue along the spectacular east coast to Christchurch, including a short stop at Kaikoura seal colony. Overnight stay: Millennium Hotel. b d Royal New Zealand 20 Days Day 12 - Tranz Alpine - Franz Josef Glacier Journey through the Southern Alps on the Tranz Alpine railway. Disembark at Arthur’s Pass, travel by coach to Hokitika. Stop to view the awesome Franz Josef Glacier. Dinner and overnight stay at Te Waionui Forest Retreat, Franz Josef. b d Discover both the North and South Islands by road, rail and sea. From large cities to secluded villages, there is something to please everyone. Streaming geysers, World Heritage listed National parks, breathtaking cruises and stunning scenery are just a few things you will experience on this exceptional tour. Day 1 - Arrive Auckland On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Hotel Langham Auckland. d Day 2 - Auckland Sightseeing in Auckland. 7 options of prebooked sightseeing to chose from. Langham Hold Auckland. b Day 3 - Auckland - Omapere Head north along the Hibiscus Coast to Matakohe. Visit the unique Kauri Pioneer Museum. Enjoy an exclusive Hokianga Harbor Cruise and delicious Hangi Dinner on the beach. Copthorne Hotel & Resort Hokianga. b d Day 4 - Omapere - Bay of Islands Drive to the Bay of Islands. Afternoon cruise across the Bay of Islands to Cape Brett Lighthouse and the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ (weather permitting). Copthorne Hotel & Resort (Optional Luxury Lodge Stay Opportunity: Contact us for pricing) b d Day 5 - Bay of Islands Sightseeing in the Bay of Islands. 8 options of pre-booked sightseeing to choose from. Copthorne Hotel & Resort. b Day 6 - Whangarei - Auckland Travel to Whangarei and enjoy some free time to explore before returning to Auckland. Overnight Stay: Langham Hotel Auckland. b d Day 7 - Rotorua Travel to the top of Mt Eden on Goldfields Railway for a vintage train ride through Karangahake Gorge. Visit Longlands Homestead a working dairy farm for a home cooked lamb roast lunch. Visit Whakarewarewa Village. Overnight: Novotel Royal Lakeside Resort. b l (Optional Luxury Lodge Stay Opportunity: Contact us for pricing) Day 13 - Haast River Safari - Queenstown Jet boat ride on the mighty Haast River. Continue to Queenstown. 3 nights stay. Hotel St Moritz Luxurious suites*. b (Optional Luxury Lodge Stay Opportunity: Contact us for pricing) Day 14 & 15 Queenstown Free time. 12 dining and sightseeing options of pre-booked sightseeing to choose from. b Day 16 Milford Sound - Te Anau Travel through the Fiordland National Park and a cruise on Milford Sound. Tonight stay in the village of Te Anau. Overnight Stay: Village Inn. bd Day 8 - Rotorua Rotorua sightseeing. 7 options of pre-booked sightseeing to choose from. b Day 9 - Napier Visit Huka Falls, Wairakei Steam Valley and Lake Taupo. Continue to the coastal township of Napier. This afternoon explore Napier, a unique city renowned for its Art Deco architecture. Enjoy wine tasting and dinner at Church Road Winery. Overnight Stay: Scenic Circle Te Pania Hotel. b d Day 10 - Wellington Travel to Wellington. Guided tour of Te Papa, the national museum. Return to your hotel overlooking Wellington harbor for dinner. Overnight Stay: Copthorne Oriental Bay Hotel Superior Harbor View Rooms. b d Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to New Zealand destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 61 New Zealand Continued.. Royal New Zealand 20 Days Day 17 Te Anau - Dunedin A scenic cruise across Lake Te Anau to the Glowworm Caves. Continue to Dunedin. Overnight Stay: Southern Cross Hotel or Dunedin Homestay. b d Day 18 - Dunedin - Mt Cook - Lake Tekapo Dunedin city sights tour then head north stopping at the famous Moeraki Boulders. Travel to the beautiful Mt Cook National Park. Continue to our hotel on the shores of Lake Tekapo. Overnight stay: Peppers Bluewater Resort. b d Day 19 - Lake Tekapo - Christchurch See the Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue to Christchurch and a city sights tour on arrival. Cocktails on the Christchurch historic tram followed by a farewell dinner. Overnight stay: Millennium Hotel. b d Day 20 - Depart Christchurch Free morning. 4 short sightseeing options to choose from. Tour concludes this afternoon, transfer to the airport for your homeward flight (Book flights from 2pm onwards). 62 Essential Info Tour Includes: • A Choice of sightseeing in Auckland, Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Queenstown and Christchurch • Hokianga Harbor Cruise • Mt Eden volcano • Karangahake Gorge on Goldfields Railway • Rotorua • Huka Falls, Wairakei Steam Valley and Lake Taupo • Dinner and wine tasting • Art Deco town of Napier • Cruise Marlborough Sounds • The TranzAlpine railway & Franz Josef Glacier • Jet boat ride on Haast River • Cruise Milford Sound • Te Anau Glowworm Caves • Dunedin sights • View Mt Cook • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) Explore More Looking for more tour options in New Zealand? Consider these: f New Zealand Mosaic - 14 Days If you are looking for an all encompassing New Zealand vacation at an affordable price and value, then look no further. Our New Zealand Mosaic tour starts in Auckland and ends in Christchurch and takes in the major attractions of the North & South Islands. 47 tour departures from March 2009 until April 2010. f Grand New Zealand Rail Tour- 16-19 Days The 19 Day Grand New Zealand Rail Tour is so much more than just a holiday. Travel from North to South on some of the finest rail routes of the world. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity that delivers an experience that will stay with you forever. Starts in Auckland and ends in Christchurch. Notes: Itinerary subject to change. Surcharge may apply. Domestic flights if any are not included. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to New Zealand destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing Fiji Featured Tour Paradise Found 7 Days Essential Info Tour Includes: • 6 nights accommodation at the exclusive LIKULIKU ISLAND RESORT on full board basis (b -breakfast; l -Lunch & d -Dinner) •Private transfers from Nadi airport to island resort and back Departs: Minimum 2 persons per arrival. Valid for any day arrivals. Featured Tour Nadi & the Blue Lagoon Cruise 7 Days Day 1 - Arrive Nadi, Fiji Islands Bula welcome! Shell lei greeting on arrival and transfer by motor launch to your island resort. Arrive at your island paradise of LIKULIKU ISLAND RESORT for 6 nights stay. A special island greeting before being escorted to your magnificent beachfront bure. First Landing Beach Resort. b d LIKULIKU ISLAND RESORT Likuliku Resort is a haven of subtle luxury and the first and only resort in Fiji with overwater bures. It is a unique and special place designed with integrity to cultural values, traditional designs and architecture, and is embraced by the renowned warmth of the Fijian people. From the water it looks like an ancient village, so traditional is the style. The beating heart of the Resort is a magnificent building in the design of a Fijian canoe house. Surrounded by sprawling ceilings, handwoven thatch and an exotic mix of natural materials and modern elements, Likuliku embodies the richness of an ancient culture with vibrant present-day lifestyle touches. Welcome to Fiji’s most unique luxury escape for couples. Day 2-6 - At Leisure Indulge yourself in the tranquility of your exclusive resort or make the most of the included activities. b l d Day 7 - Depart Nadi Transfer by motor launch and leave the paradise behind as you return to Nadi to connect with your onward flight. b l Lagoon cruise through the Fiji Islands. Evening complimentary champagne cocktails and “Captain’s Welcome” dinner with entertainment with Fijian music. b l d Day 3 - Blue lagoon Cruise Cruise to the Yasawa Islands. Swim, snorkel, sunbathe or relax with an unwinding massage on the beach. A tropical barbeque lunch with exotic Fijian specialties on the beach. Visit a traditional Fijian village, take part in the ‘Yaqona’ ceremony with dances. Peruse the local shell market. Pre-dinner cocktails on board, a sumptuous dinner and an evening of fun. b l d Day 4 - Blue Lagoon Cruise Sail for Blue Lagoon’s own private island paradise, Nanuya Lai Lai, Enjoy swimming, snorkelling, windsurfing, bushwalking, coral viewing, fish feeding by hand, or playing volleyball. A tropical barbecue lunch on the beach and in the evening a traditional island feast and dine under the tropical stars and beach party. b l d Day 5 - Blue Lagoon Cruise - Nadi Last island stop to snorkel on a coral reef. A pasta lunch on board. Afternoon tea on arrival at the wharf. A farewell song “Isa Lei” sung by your crew. (Average cruising time four hours per day. Every night is spent anchored in a sheltered lagoon. Cruise itinerary subject to wind, tide and weather). Transfer to your hotel in Nadi for 2 nights stay. Hotel Westin Garden Resort. b l Day 6 - Nadi Free day to explore the capital Nadi. b The Blue Lagoon Cruise is a magical voyage. Experience first hand the ancient Fijian culture. You’ll be welcomed as an honoured guest when you visit a traditional Fijian village and take part in the Yaqona ceremony. Finally, you will feast by the original Blue Lagoon made famous in Hollywood movies. Nanuya Lai Lai, our breathtakingly beautiful, pristine and private island is available exclusively for your enjoyment, as are its crystal clear waters and sweeps of fine white sandy beaches. Day 1 - Nadi, Fiji Islands Bula welcome! Shell lei greeting on arrival and transfer by private car to your hotel in Nadi Westin Garden Resort for 1 night stay. Day 2 - Blue Lagoon Cruise Transfer to Lautoka pier for an original Blue Day 7 - Nadi - Departure Transfer to Nadi international airport. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • 3 nights accommodation in Nadi with breakfast daily •3 nights Blue Lagoon Cruise on passenger deck of your choice • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) •Private transfers from airport to hotel and back •Private transfers from your hotel in Nadi to Blue lagoon cruise and back. Departs: Minimum 2 persons per arrival. Cruise operates every Monday and Thursday of the week. Visit www.tourcanvacations.com, go to Fiji destination pages to view detailed itineraries and up to date pricing 63 Tahiti, French Polynesia Featured Tour Day 7 - Full day excursion on the lagoon. Visit the Lagoonarium. b Day 8 - Full day at leisure at your hotel. A full range of activities, Kayaking, diving, deep-sea fishing, four wheel drive safari. b Day 9 - Transfer to the airport for the flight back to Tahiti. Upon your arrival in Tahiti, transfer to your hotel for 1 night stay. Hotel Tiare Tahiti or similar. b Exploring Tahiti & Moorea 8 Days This 8 Day Tahiti getaway offers you a combination of 2 nights in Papeete and 5 nights in the exotic island of Moorea. There is a wide choice of resorts available. Day 1 - Laorana! Welcome to Tahiti. Coach transfer to your hotel. 1 night on the island of Tahiti at Hotel Tiare Tahiti. Day 2 - Transfer to the dock to board a catamaran launch to the Island of Moorea. 5 nights on the island of Moorea. Hotel Hibiscus Moorea in Garden bungalow or similar. b Day 3 - Half-day four wheel drive excursion to the heart of Moorea. Discover wonderful panoramic views and learn about historical and archeological sites. b Day 4 - Half day sailing lagoon tour. b Day 5/6 - Two full days at leisure in Moorea. A full range of activities are proposed by your hotel. b Day 7 - Transfer from dock to your hotel. Stay one night on the island of Tahiti. Hotel Tiare Tahiti or simlar. b Day 8 - Transfer from your hotel to airport. b Essential Info Tour Includes: • Flower lei greeting upon international arrival and transfer from airport to hotel • All round trip transfers in seat in car from domestic airports to hotels • Round trip boat fare from Tahiti to Moorea • Half day 4 wheel drive excursion in Moorea • Half day Lagoon excursion on board catamaran sailing boat in Moorea • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) Departure: Minimum 2 persons per arrival. Operates daily from Tahiti. 64 Day 10 - Transfer from your hotel to airport. Essential Info Featured Tour Tahiti, Moorea & Bora Bora 10 Days Travel to the most beautiful islands in the South Pacific. Moorea is so stunning with its jagged mountains, deep bays and emerald lagoons. Fly to Bora Bora and explore the wonders of this island surrounded by a lagoon enclosed by a coral reef, which is ideal for snorkeling or scuba diving. The last stop is Papeete, the capital of Tahiti. Enjoy shopping and dinner on the beach during sunset. Day 1 - Laorana! Welcome to Tahiti. Coach transfer to your hotel. 1 night on the island of Tahiti at Hotel Tiare Tahiti. Day 2 - Transfer to the domestic airport for flight to the island of Moorea. Coach transfer to your hotel for 4 nights on the island of Moorea. Hotel Hibiscus Moorea in Garden bungalow or similar. b Day 3 - Half-day four wheel drive excursion to the heart of Moorea. b Day 4/5 - Two full days at leisure in Moorea. A full range of activities are proposed by your hotel. b Day 6 - Transfer to domestic airport for your 45minute flight to Bora Bora. Arrive in the Pearl of the Pacific, the mythical island of Bora Bora. A motor launch transfer across the lagoon to your hotel for 3 nights. Hotel Le Maitai Polynésia Bora Bora or similar. b Tour Includes: • Flower lei greeting upon international arrival and transfer from airport to hotel • All round trip transfers in seat in car from domestic airports to hotels • Half day 4 wheel drive excursion in Moorea • Full day lagoon excursion in Bora Bora including shark & ray feeding, visit of the Lagoonarium and picnic lunch on a “motu” islet • Meals as specified (b -Breakfast, l -Lunch, d -Dinner) Domestic flights not included Departure: Minimum 2 persons per arrival. Operates daily. Explore More Looking for more tour options in Fiji? Consider these: f The Big Island Magic - 4 Days We offer a choice of 3 world class properties for your 3 nights Big Island getaway in Nadi, the capital of Fiji. Stay 3 nights at The Hideaway Resort, The Outrigger on the Lagoon or at the Westin Garden Resort. Includes a full day South Sea Island cruise with lunch and transfers. f Island Fantasy - 4 Days Stay 3 nights in a luxurious bure at the Castaway Island resort or Malolo Island Resort in the exotic Mamanuca Islands. A paradise of beautiful reefs, sand-fringed isles and traditional villages. This is where you will find a number of the most popular island resorts and some of the South Pacific’s best scuba diving. 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