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Skip the Line: Ancient Rome and Colosseum Half-Day Walking Tour

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Take a small group walking tour (maximum 25 people) of Ancient Rome's major sights and skip the queues for the Colosseum and Palatine Hill. Perfect for first-time visitors, this guided morning tour is the ideal introduction to Ancient Rome, leaving you with the afternoon free to explore Rome at your leisure. Several major sites are covered in just three hours, and you'll receive enlightening insights into Rome's millennia of history as you stroll, without wasting time waiting in line.

Highlights
  • Soak up the atmosphere on a walking tour
  • Led by a local guide
  • Skip the line
  • All entrance fees included
  • Great overview and orientation of the city
  • Conducted in English

Your tour begins atop the Colle Oppio with a panoramic view of the Colosseum, Rome's most recognizable landmark. Next, you will skip the long lines and gain special access to the Colosseum. Once inside, your expert official guide will take you through the bloody past of the amphitheater as you listen to tales of gladiators, mock sea-battles and executions.

After a brief rest at the Arch of Constantine, you will arrive at the Palatine Hill, the most famous of the seven hills of Rome. From here you can admire the views of the Roman Forum and Nero's Circus Maximus where chariot races were held. Romulus and Remus were said to have been found on the Palatine Hill by the she-wolf who nursed and raised them. Legend also holds that Romulus went on to found Rome.

The last stop on your tour is a walk along the Via Sacra or 'Sacred Way', the main path through the Roman Forum that was used for triumphal processions. The tour ends at the temple which houses the altar where Julius Caesar was cremated. Visitors from around the world still leave flowers and candles at this site to this day.

Schedule details

Skip the Line: Ancient Rome and Colosseum Half-Day Walking Tour

Ancient Rome and Colosseum Walking Tour


Departure Dates:
Daily
Departure Point:
Tour departs near the Colosseum.
Return Details:
Concludes at the Roman Forum.

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Pricing Guide

Additional information

Skip the Line: Ancient Rome and Colosseum Half-Day Walking Tour

Ancient Rome and Colosseum Walking Tour


Inclusions:
  • Walking tour
  • Small group tour (maximum 25 people)
  • Professional guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Entrance fees
  • Headsets to hear your guide clearly
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information:
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
  • Entrance is strictly limited so you must arrive early. Anyone who arrives after that time cannot be accommodated nor refunded.
Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind....RESERVE NOW!







Grand Canyon All American Helicopter Tour

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Take off from Las Vegas Airport on an exhilarating helicopter flight to the Grand Canyon. You'll enjoy a 45-minute helicopter flight each way, land deep in the canyon for a champagne picnic, and fly low over the famous Las Vegas neon Strip on your return. This is a half-day tour, leaving you with time in the day free to explore Las Vegas and Nevada at your leisure.

Highlights
  • Choice of several departures throughout the day
  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
  • Enjoy fantastic aerial views
  • Likely to Sell Out
  • Scenic helicopter flight
  • Lunch included
  • Excellent value for money
  • Recorded commentary by audio headphones
  • Conducted in English

This tour is likely to Sell-out! The Grand Canyon All American Helicopter Tour regularly sells out weeks in advance, so book ahead to avoid disappointment!

You'll discover the natural beauty of the Grand Canyon as your air-conditioned helicopter flies to the West Rim, passing over Lake Las Vegas, Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam en route. Hoover Dam is a spectacular sight from the air, curved between the rock canyon walls. During the flight, you can listen to a recorded commentary about the Grand Canyon and its surrounds via audio headphones.

You'll land for an unforgettable champagne picnic, 3,200 feet (960 meters) below the rim. While you share a bottle of champagne under an authentic Native American Ramada shelter, your pilot/guide will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the canyon or your helicopter flight.

Your Grand Canyon helicopter scenic flight ends with a low-level pass over the west side of the famous Las Vegas Strip. On landing, your limousine is waiting to whisk you back to your hotel.

Please note, there is a maximum capacity of 6 people per helicopter plus your pilot.

Click on "View Map" below for a full list of hotel pickups available.

Special Offer - Price displayed includes a discount of almost 30% off the recommended retail price - BOOK NOW!


Schedule details

Grand Canyon All American Helicopter Tour

Champagne Picnic at the Grand Canyon


Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Tour departs from most Las Vegas hotels

Departure Time:
    • Early morning: 7:00am - 8:15am
    • Late morning: 9:45am - 11:00am
    • Early afternoon: 12:30pm - 1:45pm
    • Late afternoon: 3:15pm - 4:00pm (April to October only)

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Pricing Guide



Additional information


Grand Canyon All American Helicopter Tour

Grand Canyon All American Helicopter Tour




Inclusions:
  • 45-minute (approx.) flight each way in a state-of-the-art helicopter
  • Hotel pickup and drop off by limousine
  • Lunch
  • Glass of Champagne
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • USD$40.00 surcharge per person (required), payable by cash or credit card on the day of your helicopter tour
Additional Information:
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 14 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 275lbs. will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour.
Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind...RESERVE NOW!





Walking Tour of the Vatican Museums

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Take a small group walking tour of the Vatican Museums and St Peter's Basilica, and jump the queue by booking ahead. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 20 people on this small group walking tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide. And by booking ahead, you won't waste any time waiting in line!

Highlights
  • Informative, friendly and professional guide
  • Choice of morning or afternoon departure
  • Multiple departure times and locations available
  • Skip the line
  • All entrance fees included
  • Small group tour
  • Champagne breakfast included
  • Conducted in English

Your knowledgeable guide will escort you into the Vatican Museums to explore the world's most extensive collection of art. Brilliantly decorated and lined with masterpieces, the museums are brimming with treasures and history. Your guide will lead you through the 2000 rooms that stretch over almost nine miles, and share the stories and secrets contained within the Vatican's walls.

Highlights of the museums are Michelangelo's famous Creation of Adam fresco in the Sistine Chapel and Raphael's Rooms. After taking in the Vatican Museums, you will encounter another of Michelangelo's masterpieces, La Pieta, in St Peter's Basilica. For a fascinating finish to your small group guided walking tour, stop to admire magnificent St Peter's Square, as your guide points out Bernini's ingenious use of optical illusion.

Do you want to skip the line AND the crowds too?
Upgrade to the 8:10am tour and not only will you skip the long lines (which can last up to two hours!) to enter the Vatican Museums but gain access as soon as the doors open - before the general public step foot inside! Tours are arranged exclusively for our guests and groups never exceed 8 people in total. No upgrades available on Wednesday.

Special Offer - Book now and price displayed includes 10% off the normal cost of the "8:10am Upgrade" option - BOOK NOW!

Schedule details

Skip the Line: Vatican Museums Walking Tour including Sistine Chapel, Raphael's Rooms and St Peter's

Skip the Line: Vatican Museums Walking Tour including Sistine Chapel, Raphael's Rooms and St Peter's


Departure Dates:
Daily, except Sunday

Departure Time:
  • 9:30am or 2:30pm STANDARD (maximum 20 people)
  • 8:10am UPGRADE (maximum 8 people)
Departure Point:
Tour departs near the Vatican Museums entrance.

Pricing information

Click here to see our pricing guide

Additional information

Skip the Line: Vatican Museums Walking Tour including Sistine Chapel, Raphael's Rooms and St Peter's

Skip the Line: Vatican Museums Walking Tour including Sistine Chapel, Raphael's Rooms and St Peter's



Inclusions:
  • Small group walking tour
  • Entrance fees
  • Professional guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information:
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 24 hours, subject to availability.
  • By pre-booking this ticket it enables you to skip the long lines (which can take up to two hours!) to enter the Vatican Museums. Please note, all visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point. Please expect to wait 20-30 minutes to clear security.
  • Tours departing Wednesday. There is the possibility that you will be unable to include St. Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's Square. This is due to the weekly Papal Audience during which access to St. Peter's Basilica could be closed. As an alternative you will be offered an extended itinerary within the Vatican Museums, which still includes the Sistine Chapel and Raphael's Rooms. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. If you would prefer a ticket with St. Peter's Basilica and Square guaranteed to be included, please DO NOT select Wednesday as your travel date.
  • We are unable to accommodate other entrance times. Entrance is strictly limited so you must arrive early. Anyone who arrives late cannot be accommodated
Do you cater to wheelchair users? Do you or the Vatican provide wheelchairs? This tour is NOT wheelchair accessible. For your information, Vatican Museums provide wheelchairs free of charge in the main lobby. You can easily pick one up after entrance, before starting your own independent visit. If you are looking for a guided tour with wheelchair access, we recommend booking our private tours so a guide can lead you through the alternate routes.
Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind....RESERVE NOW!





Private Mombasa City Tour and Bamburi Visit

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This Private Mombasa City Tour shows you some of the best highlights of this colorful old city. You tour will visit the bustling fruit and vegetable market, which has been in operation since colonial days. As you wander the streets of The Old Arab town, you will see the intricate hand carved doors, and balconies hanging over the narrow streets, unchanged for hundreds of years.

Highlights
  • Conducted in English

Protecting the harbor stands Fort Jesus which was built by the Portuguese 400 years ago, to protect their interest in east Africa. See how it went from Fort to prison to tourist attraction.

Walk under the famous elephant tusks on Moi Ave, which you probably have seen in those old African adventure movies. Continue to Akamba wood carvers center where you can purchase a fine hand carved African memento, that you would have to pay so dearly for back home.

The Bamburi Nature Trail is a rehabilitation project on the site of Bamburi Portland Cement Company. The project began in 1971 by Dr Rene Haller who transformed Haller Park by increasing the mineral contents in the soil, portions of Haller Park were rehabilitated with a successful tree-planting effort, which now includes fish breeding and the establishment of a wildlife park.

Each animal has a function on the nature trails thriving ecosystem, some of the animals found within the Haller park sanctuary include; hippos, giraffes, cape buffalo, zebra and waterbucks, as well as more than 160 bird species have been introduced to the area including weaver birds, cranes, pelicans and storks.

Schedule details

Private Mombasa City Tour and Bamburi Visit

Moi Street, Mombasa


Departure Dates:
Daily
Departure Point:
Tour departs from centrally located Mombasa hotels
Departure Time:
    9:00am
Return Details:
Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 1:00pm

Additional information

Private Mombasa City Tour and Bamburi Visit

Hindu Temple, Mombasa



Inclusions:
  • City Tour
  • Bamburi visit
  • Seafood lunch
  • English speaking guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
Exclusions:
  • Optional gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information:
  • This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
  • Confirmation of this product will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
  • Child prices are not applicable. Adult prices apply to all travelers
Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind....RESERVE NOW!





Travel South Africa - 4-Day Classic Impala Tour - Kruger National Park, Mpumlanga and Sabie

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Spend four days exploring the Mpumalanga region of South Africa on this Four Day Classic Impala Tour.


Sales Points
  • Available in English

You will have a full day exploring Kruger National Park where the wildlife is plentiful and easily accessed. Continue along the Panoramic Route to Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondavels, Bourke's Luck potholes, God's Window, and various waterfalls.

A night is spent in historic Sabie before returning to Johannesburg via Lone Creek waterfalls, Long Tom Pass, Lydenburg, Dullstroom and Witbank.

This is a great tour for the first time visitor to South Africa, or those with only a short time to spend in the region.

Schedule details

4-Day Classic Impala Tour - Kruger National Park, Mpumlanga and Sabie

Lioness and cubs, Kruger National Park

Follow our journey from the hills of Dullstrom, the canyons on the Panorama Route, Blue Mountain Lodge, Kruger Park and Savanna Lodge at Kruger Park. See Giraffe, Elephants, Zebras, Lion, Leopard and Buffalo close up.


Departure Dates:
Tuesday
Departure Point:
Tour departs from Sandton, Rosebank and Airport Hotels
Departure Time:
    Between 7:30am and 8:00am
Return Details:
Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 6:00pm (Day 4)

Additional information

4-Day Classic Impala Tour - Kruger National Park, Mpumlanga and Sabie

Blyde River Canyon, South Africa


Inclusions:
  • Park fees
  • 3 nights accommodation
  • Sightseeing as specified
  • Transport by small luxury vehicle
  • Meals as per itinerary (B = Breakfast, D = Dinner)
Exclusions:
  • Optional gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional information
  • This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date.
  • Confirmation for this tour will be received within 24 of booking, subject to availability.
  • Tour is operated in English and German.
  • Maximum number of participants on tour is 12.
  • This tour is not suitable for children aged 7 years and under
  • Child prices apply children aged 8-12 years when sharing a room with 2 adults (From December 01, 2008)
Itinerary:

Day 1: Johannesburg - Mpumalanga (D)

From Johannesburg your tour heads east to Mpumalanga ‘Place Where The Sun Rises’, via the historic towns of Witbank, Dullstroom and Lydenburg. Travel over the Robbers Pass on to the quaint mining town of Pilgrims Rest where you will have a short stop. Visit the Lone Creek Waterfalls before arriving at your elegant hideaway for dinner and overnight.

Overnight Accommodation: Makalali Private Game Reserve or similar

Day 2: Kruger National Park (B,D)

After an early morning breakfast, enter the world famous Kruger National Park, unrivalled for its diversity of flora, fauna and bird life, seeking the Big 5. Leave the park and continue to your private game lodge. Arrive in time for afternoon tea, followed by your evening game drive in an open safari vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner under the stars (weather permitting).

Overnight Accommodation: Protea Hotel Kruger Gate Lodge or similar

Day 3: Panorama Route (B, D)

After an early morning bush walk or game drive and breakfast leave the lodge and enter the Panorama Route featuring the Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondawels, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, God’s Window and Mac Mac Waterfalls. Arrive at your overnight destination late afternoon.

Overnight Accommodation: Lone Creek River Lodge or similar

Day 4: Safari - Nelspruit - Johanneburg (B)

After an early breakfast, your journey to Johannesburg begins with a short game drive in the Kruger National Park in your closed vehicle. Exit the park and drive through Nelspruit to Machadodorp to arrive in Johannesburg where the tour ends.

Terms and Conditions:

If you cancel at least 46 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 30 and 45 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 25 per cent cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 15 and 29 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 per cent cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 7 and 14 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 75 per cent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 6 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 per cent cancellation fee.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind....RESERVE NOW!





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Discover the highlights of the city of Durban, with the morning dedicated to showing you the cultural and historical contrasts of this city.

Sales Points
  • Available in English

Travel along the beachfront towards the harbor entrance where you can see anything from sari clad Indian ladies walking on the sand to traditional healers collecting bottles of seawater to use as muti (medicine).

Continue past Durban City Hall and the Playhouse Theatre complex to the Indian Markets, where you can get a taste of Indian culture. Enjoy the scents of spices and see the hawkers and herbalists ply their trades.

The tour then heads off to Durban's newest attraction: Ushaka Marine World, for lunch (not included).

Afterwards enjoy a guided tour of this world class facility, which will comprise a saltwater aquarium with both indoor and outdoor displays and exhibits of South Africa's unique Indian and Atlantic Ocean Marine life. Also included is a wonderful Dolphin, Seal and Penguin show.

At the end of Durban's Golden Mile, is the beginning of a new world of fun, entertainment end excitement. Ushaka Marine World , spanning over 15 hectares of prime beach front, is Africa's largest marine theme park. Incorporating fresh and sea water, lush vegetation, natural materials and the recreation of a 1920's cargo ship wreck, Ushaka Marine World had created a magical world of sea and marine life.

The park is made up of 5 zones:

Sea World
Aquarium, dolphinarium, seal pool, dive tank, snorkel reef and lots more

Phantom Ship
Culinary delights at the Cargo Hold and Upper Deck

Wet 'n' Wild
A fun fresh water world of slides and pools for the adrenaline junkie

Ushaka Beach
Non-stop beach and surf action

Village Walk
There's nothing to beat the marine theme shopping adventure

Schedule details

Durban City Sightseeing Tour with Ushaka Marine World

Enjoy a guided tour of Ushaka Marine World.


UShaka Marine World - Featuring up close and personal encounters with ragged tooth sharks, dolphins and penguins to adrenalin-pumping waterslides, decadent dining, unique shopping and cutting edge entertainment, uShaka Marine World is one of Africa's most celebrated playgrounds and renowned tourist destinations. For a more playful experience, uShaka Wet 'n Wild offers thrill-seekers a choice of water rides, ranging from the laid-back Duzi Adventure river through the "Jika-Jika" family ride, to the more adventurous Mamba tunnel tube ride and multi lane racer.

Ushaka in Kwazulu Natal, South Africa has the most beautiful marine world with the cutest dolphins you can dream of. Ushaka seaworld is a wonderful tourist attraction in the Zulu Kingdom


Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Tour departs from Durban City or Umhlanga hotels

Departure Time:
    9:00am
Return Details:

Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 5:00pm

Additional information

Durban City Sightseeing Tour with Ushaka Marine World

Durban


More on Ushaka!


Inclusions:
  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Professional narration by tour guide
Exclusions:
  • Optional gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Fuel surcharge (R5.00 per person payable direct)

Additional information
  • This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date.
  • Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking.
  • Tour is operated in English, unless otherwise stated.
  • Coaches are not wheelchair accessible.
  • A minimum of 2 people is required for this tour to operate.
  • Toilets are available on coaches with a seating capacity of 28 to 44 passengers. There are no toilets on the 15 seater Sprinters and Minivans. Vehicle used will depend on passenger numbers on the day.
  • Please note, an additional fuel surcharge of R5.00 per person applies and is payable to your guide upon will be check-in and prior to departure.
  • This tour is not suitable for children aged 1 year and under.
  • Child prices are applicable for children aged 2 to 11 years.
Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.....RESERVE NOW!





Travel USA - 2-Day Grand Canyon Tour from Los Angeles or Anaheim!!

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Take a detour from LA to tour the Grand Canyon, staying overnight at the Imperial Palace Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Flying between Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon, you'll take a West Rim air tour on this ideal overnight trip from Los Angeles.

Sales Points
  • Scenic air tour
  • Enjoy fantastic aerial views
  • Multi-Day Trip
  • Available in English

Traveling in style and comfort on a state-of-the-art motor coach, the 4.5-hour trip will fly by with an on-board stewardess and a sophisticated entertainment system showing full-length new-release movies.

Upon arrival into Las Vegas you will be transferred to the Imperial Palace Hotel and Casino where you will spend the night. Enjoy free time to explore Las Vegas and unwind before your Grand Canyon Tour the following day.

West Rim Air Tour:
Capture the awesome natural beauty of the Grand Canyon West Rim with the best aerial views available aboard a deluxe scenic air tour. Keep your cameras ready as you fly over Lake Mead, Hoover Dam&the majestic Grand Canyon with guaranteed window seats for all!

In just a few short hours (3.5 hours hotel to hotel approximately), witness the Grand Canyon firsthand. All the deluxe airplanes are air-conditioned for your comfort.

The day concludes with your flight back to Las Vegas followed by bus transportation back to your Los Angeles or Anaheim hotel, arriving between approximately 8:00pm and 9:00pm.

Schedule details

2-Day Grand Canyon Tour from Los Angeles or Anaheim

Las Vegas, Nevada


Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

The shuttle picks up from all Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, LAX Airport area hotels, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Anaheim and Buena Park hotels

Departure Time:
    From Anaheim Hotels: approximately 8:45am
    From Los Angeles Hotels: approximately 7:00am
Return Details:

Transportation departs Las Vegas at the following times:

  • 3:00pm - Golden Nugget
  • 3:15pm - Harrahs Hotel&Casino
  • 3:30pm - Flamingo Hotel
(Anaheim) Returns to original departure point at approximately 8pm
(Los Angeles) Returns to original departure point at approximately 9pm

Additional information

2-Day Grand Canyon Tour from Los Angeles or Anaheim

2-Day Grand Canyon Tour from Los Angeles or Anaheim

Inclusions:
  • Round Trip Transportation from Los Angeles or Anaheim areas
  • One (1) night accommodation at the Imperial Palace Hotel and Casino (Maximum 4 people per room)
  • Grand Canyon West Rim Air Tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • A maximum of two pieces of luggage per person is permitted
  • A maximum of 4 people per room booking
  • Important Note: There is a maximum of 4 people per room. If you have more than 4 people (including children and infants) in your group, you must make one booking PER ROOM

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.





Cruising in Mombasa towards Tanzania - Private Kisite Marine Park Dhow Cruise!!

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The day starts early as you head south towards Tanzania. On the drive south you pass through the lush Coconut and Cashew Plantations which have thrived since the early days of settlement along the coast. As you drive by look at the coconut trees and you will see foot holds carved into the trunks. There are some trees as high as 60 feet or more. Imagine how many years these trees have been climbed for their bounty.

Sales Points
  • Available in English

Soon you will pass through the colorful villages of the Digo Peoples. When you reach you destination of Shimoni you will board a motorized Lamu Dhow. Now the best part of the journey begins!

Sail through an enchanting seascape of islands set in a pristine sea of unbelievable blue before you arrive at Kisite Marine Park, that's right an underwater park! It is here that underwater splendors await you. In the shallow warm water that surround Kisite Island the water abounds with marine life.

Here you can snorkel and marvel at the incredible variety of marine life. Scuba Divers can explore a number of excellent dive sites in the coral reefs. There is an astounding amount and variety of marine life on all levels of the reefs.

Top off the trip with a sumptuous Swahili style seafood lunch served at Wasini Island restaurant. After lunch when you have had your fill you will visit a traditional Muslim village before returning back to Mombasa in the late afternoon.

Schedule details

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Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Tour departs from centrally located Mombasa hotels

Departure Time:
    8:00am
Return Details:

Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 4:00pm


Additional information

Private Kisite Marine Park Dhow Cruise

Full Day Kisite Marine Park Dhow Cruise

Inclusions:
  • Dhow cruise
  • Seafood lunch
  • English speaking guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
Exclusions:
  • Drinks with lunch
  • Optional gratuities
  • SCUBA and Snorkeling equipment
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional information
  • This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
  • Confirmation of this product will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
  • Child prices are not applicable. Adult prices apply to all travelers
Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.....RESERVE NOW!





Universal Orlando 2-Park Unlimited Admission Ticket for 7 Days

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At Universal Studios Orlando, you're the star at the number one movie and TV-based theme park in the world. Whether you are a fan of high-powered excitement, side-splitting comedy or heart-warming children's tales, you'll be in the picture at Universal Studios.

Then, at Universal Islands of Adventure Orlando you'll journey with the family through five remarkable islands where all your favorite comic and cartoon heroes come to life on the most innovative rides and attractions ever created. You'll be entertained by high-speed roller coasters, out-of-this-world children's rides and groundbreaking 3-D attractions.

Rides include:

  • The Simpsons Ride
  • The Amazing Adventures of Spider Man
  • Incredible Hulk Coaster
  • Dueling Dragons
  • Jurassic Park River Adventure
  • Doctor Doom's Fearfall
  • Fear Factor Live
  • Men in Black Alien Attack
  • Shrek 4-D
  • Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride
  • TWISTER - Ride it Out
  • The Blues Brothers
  • Beetlejuice's Graveyard Revue
  • Lucy – A Tribute
  • Terminator 2: 3-D
  • Jaws

Mardi Gras: Let the Music Move You
(February 7 through April 18 - Saturdays and select nights)
Don't just stand there - let the Music Move You at Universal Studios' Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando® Resort! Enjoy live performances by some of the biggest stars from pop, rock, R&B, country, hip-hop and more! You're right in the middle of the celebration with outrageous street performers and a spectacular parade featuring colorful costumes, dazzling floats, and beads by the handful. Plus, the air will be filled with the sweet sounds of real bands direct from New Orleans.

Special Offer - Save up to US$25 off the gate price when you purchase a Universal Orlando 2-Park Unlimited Admission Ticket - BOOK NOW!

Schedule details

Universal Orlando 2-Park Unlimited Admission Ticket for 7 Days

Fear Factor LIVE Universal Orlando®

Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

1000 Universal Studios Plaza, Orlando, Florida

Departure Time:

    Universal Orlando generally opens at 9:00am and closes between 7:00pm and 10:00pm depending on the season. Please call the day of your visit to confirm opening hours.

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Some of the Rides and Attractions at Universal Islands of Adventure Orlando include:

The Amazing Adventures of Spider Man:
Your Spider-Senses Will Be Tingling. Put on your 3-D glasses for an eye-popping, pulse-pounding, first-of-its-kind 3-D Spider-Man thrill ride. Careening through the streets and swinging high above the city, you'll see, hear, and actually FEEL the action of Spider-Man's most amazing adventure ever.

Incredible Hulk Coaster:
Feel The Rage! Something has gone wrong with Dr. Bruce Banner's gamma-ray accelerator. Suddenly you're launched from zero to 40 mph in two seconds flat! All you can do is hold on as an angry Hulk roar fills your ears and you smash through the sky on a high-speed roller coaster rampage. If you love roller coasters, get ready for the ultimate coaster adventure.

Duelling Dragons:
They're the world's first inverted, dueling roller-coasters. Soar 125 feet in the air and reach speeds of 55 mph on two unique rides. Ride with the Fire Dragon or Ice Dragon as they narrowly pass within inches on a roller coaster dogfight across the sky!

Jurassic Park River Adventure:
It's lunchtime... and you're on the Menu! Take an unforgettable river raft ride, and see dinosaurs in their natural habitats. But be careful! The fences are down, the Raptors have broken loose, and the only escape from the terrifying jaws of a hungry T-rex is an 85-foot plunge in total darkness!

Popeye and Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges
Better Eat Yer Spinach! Set sail for uncharted hilarity as you help Popeye rescue Olive Oyl from the clutches of that blowhard Bluto on this wet ride. You'll brave white-water rapids in this churning, splashing raft ride that'll make you wish you'd brought your spinach... and a towel.

Storm Force Acceleration:
Help the X-Men's super hero Storm battle the evil Magneto as she summons the powers of nature in a whirling, twirling, spinning power generator!

Doctor Doom's Fearfall:
Taking Fear to New Heights! All hail Doctor Doom! Prepare to submit to his latest evil experiment - a diabolical device created to extract every ounce of fear from your body by rocketing you 150 feet into the air, then hurling you back down faster than gravity itself!

Fear Factor Live:
Now It's Your Turn! See if you have what it takes at the most extreme audience participation show ever - Fear Factor Live. Perform gravity-defying stunts in front of thousands as you compete against other guests, or watch all the action from the audience.

MEN IN BLACK Alien Attack:
It's up to YOU to protect the Earth from aliens in MEN IN BLACK Alien Attack. As an agent trainee, you'll zap aliens as you chase them through the streets of New York in this high-tech ride based on the hit movie. The outcome is based on your score -- save Earth and you might get promoted to full-fledged Men in Black agent! With multiple endings, it's never the same ride twice! Have you got what it takes to join the best of the best?

Some of the Rides and Attractions at Universal Studios Orlando

NOW OPEN! The Simpsons Ride:
The Simpsons are visiting Krustyland, the low-budget theme park created by famed TV personality and shameless product huckster Krusty the Clown! You are there right alongside Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie as you enter through the carnival-like midway. Once you board your vehicle you're in for one surprise after another as you embark on a wild, over-the-top ride through the park… flying, floating, and more or less crashing your way through Krustyland's kiddie attractions, stunt shows, and thrill rides.

Shrek 4-D:
Join Princess Fiona and your heroes on an all new honeymoon adventure picking up where the Oscar-winning movie "Shrek" left off. Shrek 4-D features an original 3-D film, plus an extra dimension of special effects through the miracle of OgreVision. You see, hear and actually FEEL the action right from your seat! If you love motion simulator rides, you'll love Shrek 4-D.

Jimmy Neutron's Nicktoon Blast:
The evil Ooblar from the planet Yolkus has stolen Jimmy's newest rocket creation... The Mark IV. Board your own rocket, and follow Jimmy on a wild chase through your favorite Nicktoons, including SpongeBob SquarePants, The Fairly OddParents, Hey Arnold!, and Rugrats.

Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride:
Plunge into total darkness as you face fireballs, scarab beetles, and an army of warrior mummies on a psychological thrill ride totally unlike anything that's come along in the past 3,000 years! If you love roller coasters, you are in for a truly unique experience that you won't find anywhere else. Get ready to scream!

TWISTER - Ride it Out:
It'll Blow You Away. Step into one of the most action-packed movies of all time, and feel what it's like to be a storm chaser, looking a tornado right in the eye. Grab onto the railing and "Ride It Out," as our special effects wizards re-create the explosive force of nature at its worst.

The Blues Brothers:
It's a party on Delancey Street in New York with Jake and Elwood, the bad boys of blues. This outdoor stage show is located in the New York backlot area, is for all guests and has no height restrictions.

Beetlejuice's Graveyard Revue:
Beetlejuice cranks up Dracula, Wolfman, Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein for a Mega-Monster Rock Show filled with screaming demons and wailing guitars. This live stage show takes place in an open-air amphitheater located in the San Francisco backlot area, has a PG-13 Rating, and no height restrictions.

Lucy - A Tribute:
The Queen of Comedy lives at Universal Studios! This loving tribute is a walk through the dazzling career of America's queen of comedy, Lucille Ball. Get a close-up look at the world's favorite redhead on screen and off! See classic shows, costumes, scripts, and even rare home movies. You are sure to fall in love with Lucy all over again!

Terminator 2: 3-D:
The Future Is Coming...After You! Join forces with the Terminator in a battle to prevent mankind's extinction at the cold, steel hands of futuristic cyborgs. Live-action stunts, special effects, and amazing 3-D film come together in this Terminator adventure that says "Hasta la vista, baby" to entertainment as you know it.

Jaws:
You're gonna need a bigger boat! Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water. a giant fin slices through the waves and you're suddenly face to face with three tons of Great White fury. Are you ready to withstand the all-out assault of JAWS?

Fear Factor Live:
Now It's Your Turn! See if you have what it takes at the most extreme audience participation show ever - Fear Factor Live. Perform gravity-defying stunts in front of thousands as you compete against other guests, or watch all the action from the audience.

Animal Actors on Location:
More fun than humanly possible! Animal Actors On Location! is an outrageous show featuring a humorous mix of video, live animal performances, and audience interaction. Don't be surprised if things don't always go as scripted, because as anyone will tell you, the animals are running the show!

E.T Adventure:
Can you help E.T.(the extra terrestrial) make it back home? Bring the kids and board your flying bikes as you soar across the stars to help E.T save his home planet. It's an adventure that will touch your heart all over again.

A Day in the Park with Barney:
Meet Barney and his friends Baby Bop and BJ in a live sing-along, clap-along stage show. Then afterwards, have fun in Barney's interactive playground. It's Super-Dee-Duper!

Woody Woodpecker's Nuthouse Coaster:
We have a roller coaster for your young kids too! Climb into your crate and take a fun-filled ride through Woody Woodpecker's own nut factory on this family-style coaster. It's the nuttiest ride you've ever seen![more on booking details]





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Traveling to Lamu

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Lamu is one a travel destination in Kenya. It was born over 1000 years ago with multi-cultural intermarriages of Arabs, Africans, Persians and the Indians. The destination is mostly known and uniquely identified for its cultural festivities that occur annually in respect to the Swahili/Arabs culture.

The place is diversified and has places that are interesting to stay during the visit. Lamu can only be accessed by water thus a lot of boat riding is encountered which is a lot of fun!

One of the best places to visit is the Kiwayu and Manda beaches that have a lot of beauty and interesting stuff. These beaches have airstrips that would make easy alighting of passengers. Manda has a beach restaurant, Diamond beach Village, library and bar which is fun to be there.

You can get to Kiwayu and Manda Islands by flying and then take boat across Lamu. Flights from Nairobi to Lamu averagely costs upto $200 return. NB The Flight costs may vary without notice. Please check with the local flights such as Kenya Airways for more details.

You can stay in Manda's Diamond beach, Sultan Palace, and New Lamu Palace Hotel among others. For more information you may visit Lamu, Kiwayu, Lamu Museums

The clip below shows Lamu. Happy viewing....





Enjoy your holiday in Diani Beach and Masai Mara!

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Diani beach is one of the leading beaches we have in Kenya. Its along the coastal region where its greatly positioned on the seafront. This place is interesting and exciting to be for one will enjoy the ambiance and great customer care.

Masai Mara is an interesting tourism spot to be. It has vast wild life - special to have a look at, enjoy the great Masai culture as you learn more about Kenyan Tourism

I believe that it will be of great memory to visit these traveling spots as you enjoy yourself. Enjoy viewing of this clip on Diani Beach and Masai Mara in Kenya!