TOP 10 UNIQUE JOURNEYS
JANUARY 23, 2017 | SPECIAL INTEREST | IN THE SPOTLIGHT
If your New Years resolution is to travel somewhere different this year, here’s some inspiration to help you start planning your next adventure with us!
SOUTH AFRICA
SPOT THE BIG 5 ON A PRIVATE GAME DRIVE SAFARI
South Africa is known for its extraordinary diversity. A nation of exceptional natural beauty with a rich cultural heritage, South Africa is one of the most remarkable destinations on earth. A wonderland with a rolling panorama of forests, rugged mountains, lush green pastures and golden beaches, it boasts some of the most spectacular wildlife in the world. From climbing Cape Town’s Table Mountain, to heading out on safari in Kruger National Park, this diverse destination is sure to provide a memorable travel experience.
RECOMMENDED:
HANDPICKED SOUTH AFRICA & VICTORIA FALLS
10 days / 9 nights Tailor made journey
HIGHLIGHTS:
Big Five game viewing, cosmopolitan Cape Town and guided tour of Victoria Falls.
CHILE, PATAGONIA
EXPERIENCE THE WILD BEAUTY OF PATAGONIA
Lying tucked away to the southernmost tip of South America, Patagonia is nature at its most pristine. Offering an incredible diversity of natural sights and wonder, the region is an untouched wonderland of mountains, fjords, glaciers, forests, and steppes. From the vastness of the Ice Field and crystalline beauty of the blue glaciers, and maze of fjords and canals that are home to dolphins and whales to the majestic snow-capped peaks of Torres del Paine and Cerro Castillo – Patagonia’s beauty is immense in scale and is not to be missed.
RECOMMENDED:
PATAGONIA & CHILEAN FJORDS
11 days / 10 nights Independent journey
HIGHLIGHTS:
Torres Del Paine, cruise to Southern Patagonia & De Agostini Sound
OMAN
EMBRACE AN ANCIENT JEWEL
The Sultanate of Oman is one of the least known, yet most exciting destinations in Arabia. With its splendour and wealth having been acclaimed by world travellers such as Marco Polo, this Jewel of Arabia is a destination of intoxicating natural beauty interwoven with a fascinating history imbued with rich cultural traditions spanning 5,000 years. A country of contrasts, Oman is a land of friendly faces and exceptional hospitality; of rocky deep water fjords, ancient forts and opulent hotels.
RECOMMENDED:
ARABIAN EXPLORER
9 days / 8 nights Small group journey
HIGHLIGHTS:
Dhow cruise in Musandam fjords, Ras Al Jinz turtle sanctuary and red dunes of Wahiba Sands.
JAPAN
DISCOVER THE BUZZING ENERGY OF OLD & NEW
Japan is a country of fascinating contrasts; ancient temples complete with futuristic cities, lightning-fast bullet trains speed through serene, mist laden hills, and the trendy fashion fads of Tokyo are as Japanese as the kimono-clad geisha. Visit Kyoto, one of the world’s most culturally rich cities, experience Mount Fuji and its natural surroundings, walk through Peace Park in the centre of Hiroshima and discover Tokyo, a quirky, curious metropolis that pulses with a constant energy.
RECOMMENDED:
HANDPICKED JAPAN
13 days / 12 nights Tailor made journey
HIGHLIGHTS:
Tokyo’s Harajuku area, the iconic Mount Fuji & Kyoto’s temples and gardens.
SRI LANKA
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE SPECTACULAR
The tropical island of Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is rich in history and tradition. It is the place where the original soul of Buddhism still flourishes and where nature’s beauty remains abundant and unspoilt. Old colonial powers have long since decamped, but the Portuguese, Dutch and British influences still impact on the culture, religion, architecture and cuisine of this fascinating country. Few places in the world can offer the traveller such a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique experiences.
RECOMMENDED:
BEST OF SRI LANKA
9 days / 8 nights Tailor made journey
HIGHLIGHTS:
Beaches of southern Sri Lanka, historic Galle Fort & wildlife at Minneriya
BURMA
BURMA AT A GLANCE
Closed to the outside world for so long, Burma is now opening with a flourish. Turn back the clock with a trip to this interesting country. Liberate yourself from your phone and connect instead with a culture where holy men are more revered than rock stars. Experience a sunset from the top of Mandalay Hill and explore a series of important temples in and around Bagan.
RECOMMENDED:
BURMA AT A GLANCE
10 days / 9 nights Tailor made journey
HIGHLIGHTS:
Bagan’s amazing temples, explore Inle Lake & the colourful markets of Burma.
CUBA
STEP BACK IN TIME TO AN ERA OF THE CLASSIC
To visit Cuba is to step back in time. One of Latin America’s most exciting and culturally unique destinations, Cuba is n endlessly fascinating place where you can clamber over the ruins of French plantations, stroll through Spanish colonial cities – some of the best-preserved and architecturally intact in Central America – and follow in the footsteps of literary and revolutionary greats. But its captivating roller-coaster history, infamous past residents and classic history, infamous past residents and classic 1950’s cars cruising past faded colonial buildings are only part of its unquestionable charm.
RECOMMENDED:
HANDPICKED CUBA
16 days / 15 nights Independent journey
HIGHLIGHTS:
Travel Cuba by local coach, interact with locals & stay at Casa Particulars.
ALASKA
DELVE INTO THE LAST FRONTIER
Aptly called ‘The Last Frontier’, Alaska is an exhibition of nature at its best from the ethereal beauty of the Aurora Borealis, to its range of wilderness and wildlife. From bear viewing in Denali National Park with a backdrop of Mt McKinley and paddle boarding through a sea of icebergs in the Inside Passage, to meeting unique native Alaskans where you’ll absorb traditional music, and visiting the isolated town of Barrow: the northernmost point on the continent, Alaska is a land of unimaginable scale and charm.
RECOMMENDED:
ALASKA, YUKON & ARCTIC CIRCLE
18 days / 17 nights Small group journey
HIGHLIGHTS:
Stunning Kenai Fjords National Park & Kluane National Park
CANADA
EXPERIENCE THE CANADIAN ROCKIES
Canada is a haven of natural beauty. The west contains some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world; the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains, picturesque Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper, and he world renowned stampede city of Calgary. Witness the stunning scenery of glacier-fed lakes, majestic mountains, wildlife and ferocious rivers whilst on-board the award winning Rocky Mountaineer.
RECOMMENDED:
WESTERN EXPLORER
8 days / 7 nights Tailor made journey
HIGHLIGHTS:
Jasper 7 Banff National Parks Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure & iconic rocky Mountaineer journey.
ANTARCTICA
AN EXPEDITION TO ANTARCTICA
The world’s last great wilderness, Antarctica is the coldest, driest and windiest continent on the planet and would be all but impossible to visit if not for the custom built expedition ships that visit the area. These ships enable visitors to cross the fabled Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsular. Witness dramatic ice covered scenery, step out on to the white continent – something you’ll never forget – and be awestruck by the surrounding mountain peaks and giant icebergs sculptured by nature in shades of iridescent blue.
RECOMMENDED:
ANTARCTICA EXPRESS AIR CRUISE
6 days / 5 nights Expedition cruise
HIGHLIGHTS:
Cruise Drake Passage, Cape Horn & Beagle Horn
