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ALL WOMEN MOTORCYCLE New Zealand South Island
Paradise Tour, November 12 - 25, 2009 (14 days)

Starting From: £1500 / US$ 2650
 

Included: Airport pick up & shuttle service, motorcycle hire incl. insurance and 24 hour support, 3 + star accommodation in motels, holiday appartments and bed & breakfast places, Overnight Cruise in Milford Sound, tour guide(s) for the first two tour days and on the last tour day, plenty of information before and during the tour.

Meals, fuel and flights anre not included.


 

NILE IN STYLE - Egypt in and out

Nov. 20 to Dec. 1, 2009: $5,600: A trip for gay men
Nov. 19 to 30, 2010: $5,600: A trip for all adult men and women

Egypt, the wonder of travelers for thousands of years, calls us for our annual pilgrimage to the treasures of this fascinating land. We offer an intimate experience for inquisitive travelers who wish to delve deeply into the history of civilization. From the finest accommodations in Cairo to our own luxurious ship on the Nile, every detail is designed to offer our guests the most memorable experience possible. We invite up to twenty-five guests to join us as we sail down the Nile on the ss Karim, a traditional paddle steamer built for kings. From our comfortable home on the water, the riches of antiquity become our backdrop as we leisurely cruise through the land of the pharaohs and visit the famous sites to explore their treasures.

Highlights of this trip include:

* Stand in awe as you observe the grandeur of the three great pyramids and the Sphinx.
* Gaze at items from King Tut's tomb at the Egyptian Museum.
* Enjoy a week of luxury aboard a chartered yacht built for kings.
* Explore the ancient temples of Upper Egypt including those of Queen Hatshepsut, Karnak and Luxor.
* From Aswan, cross the Nile on an ancient sailboat known as a felucca to visit an abandoned monastery high up in the golden desert hills.
* Optional half-day excursion to see the 4 great seated figures of Abu Simbel.
* Hone your bargaining skills in the bazaars of Cairo, Aswan and Luxor.
* Optional two-day post-tour Luxor Extension, featuring a visit to the well-preserved temples of Dendera and Abydos and the Karnak Temple sound and light show.
* Additional one-week post-tour Extension to the unique Siwa Oasis in the Western Desert and the ancient city of Alexandria.


 

ACTIVE SAFARI SOUTH AFRICA & BOTSWANA:

Walking, Biking, Game-Walking from $7798 US*

11 days - Experience the magic of Africa — biking and hiking through the wilds of South Africa and Botswana, with a private open-topped Land Rover always available for intimate close-ups of spectacular wildlife. Unlike many African trips, each day features multiple activity options. Private chartered flights provide access to a wide diversity of African landscapes and many of the continent’s best lodges. Walk to the Cape of Good Hope, then bike on the Cape Peninsula, past rare mountain zebras, breaching whales and unique flora. Explore the Cederberg Mountains, famed for their ancient Bushman rock art. Experience an unforgettable mountain biking safari in Botswana’s Mashatu Game Reserve. In the Drakensburg Mountains, hike along the edges of the Great Escarpment and safari on foot or in open-topped Land Rovers at one of the world’s finest game reserves—Londolozi. Every night brings superlative cuisine and pampering in some of the continent’s best hotels.

Dates: 3/6/8/9/10/11 2009 and 3/5/8/10/11 2010


 

CHINA BIKING: BEJING, XIAN AND THE SOUTHERN PROVINCES

Starting From: $ $5798 US*

11 days - The history, culture and scenic riches of China have long intrigued the Western world, enticing travelers with its grand monuments, serene countryside and centuries-old traditions. On this biking adventure, you’ll see many different faces of this vast and fascinating country. A visit to southern China reveals a compelling — and often contradictory — tableau as you ride past the rice paddies, pagodas and bustling villages that exist in the midst of dynamic modern development. Then head to regal and contemporary Xian and marvel at the 2,000-year-old terra-cotta warriors. And, in newly cosmopolitan Beijing, explore the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Departures 2009 & 2010.

JAPAN SMALL SHIP CRUISE & LANDTOUR,  2009

Starting From: $ 7949 US*

15 days/14 nighs cruise & land tour from Kyoto (Osaka) to Kobe aboard the Spirit of Oceanus.
In Japan, the past lives along with the present, neither overshadowing the other. Ancient feudal values are still part of the everyday life. Zen concepts of nature, harmony, and simplicity flavour everything from gardens to cuisine. And traditions of geisha and ancestor worship share modern highrises and pachinko parlours. With every day's journey ashore, you will unravel more of the paradoxes and contradictions that have intrigued visitors for centuries. Go and explore with not more than 114 guests onboard the MV Spritit of Oceanus and access Japan's treasures by sea! See our short video!