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is a leading provider of luxury outdoor vacation packages for affluent gay and lesbian travellers.

ALL WOMEN MOTORCYCLE TOUR - New Zealand 2008

Starting From: £1150
08 - 19 November 2008 (10 DAYS), Semi Guided

ISRAEL - A trip for gay men, lesbians & friends

May 25 to June 2, 2008: $2,590 US*
Aug. 31 to Sept. 8, 2008: $2,595 US*

During the tour you will explore the most famous sites in and around Jerusalem including: King David’s tomb, the room of the Last Supper, the Western Wall and the Arab market. You will also drive around central and northern Israel to visit Masada, the Dead Sea, the Sea of Galilee, the Golan Heights, Haifa and Tel Aviv. Join on a journey to this unique land as you explore ancient sites and contemporary life and enjoy the hospitality of this gay-friendly nation. And for those with more time, a three-night extension to Jordan, including Petra, adds another rich chapter to your exploration of the region.

- Walk in the footsteps of history in this ancient land.
- Tour the Old City of Jerusalem including the most famous religious sites.
- Explore the ancient citadel of Masada, then float in the Dead Sea and enjoy the sights   and sounds Israel has to offer.
- Spend two nights in a gay-friendly kibbutz.
- Hike along the lush Sea of Galilee and take a jeep ride to the Golan Heights.
- Enjoy in-depth tours of archaeological sites.
- Experience Israeli gay life and see how the people live and love their land, with presentations about contemporary life in Israel.


 

ACTIVE SAFARI SOUTH AFRICA & BOTSWANA:

Walking, Biking, Game-Walking from $7698 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.


 

CHINA BIKING: BEJING, XIAN AND THE SOUTHERN PROVINCES

Starting From: $ $4798 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.

JAPAN SMALL SHIP CRUISE & LANDTOUR,  2008

Starting From: $ 7349 US*

15 day cruise & land tour from Kyoto to Kobe.
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!