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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!







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 Four Day Safari to Samburu and Aberdares

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Samburu is one of the lesser known game reserves of Kenya, but well worth the visit. On the banks of a river, there is plenty of trees and water to attract animals from far and wide. As with the rest of Kenya, anywhere you find an abundance of animals, you will find predators not too far behind.

Highlights
  • Conducted in English

The beauty of Samburu's lesser known reputation is the lack of crowds making for a more intimate game experience than some other parks offer.

Soaring mountain ranges give way to plummeting valleys as streams cascade over waterfalls, making Aberdares National Park a landscape lovers paradise. With over 250 species of bird, it is also a haven for bird watching enthusiasts.

Located in the heart of Aberdares National Park, The Ark is known as a "tree hotel", built on pylons in such a way as not to disturb the animals around the waterhole. Its three decks provide superb vantage points for game viewing around the floodlit waterhole.

Schedule details

Private Four Day Safari to Samburu and Aberdares

Crocodile, Kenya


Departure Dates:

Daily

Unavailable Dates:

  • April 02 - 09

Departure Point:

Tour departs from centrally located Nairobi hotel or Nairobi International Airport, please advise preferred location at time of booking

Departure Time:
    At your preferred time (please advise at time of booking)
Return Details:

Tour concludes with drop off at your flight or hotel. Please note safaris return between 2:00pm and 5:00pm, therefore we recommend if you are departing Nairobi the same day you do not book a flight any earlier than 8:00pm.


Additional information

Private Four Day Safari to Samburu and Aberdares

Lion cub, Kenya



Inclusions:
  • Game drives
  • Park entrance fees
  • Full board while on safari
  • Three nights accommodation
  • English speaking driver / guide
  • Hotel/airport pick up and drop off in Nairobi
  • Private 8-seater minibus with guaranteed window seat for all participants
Exclusions:
  • Optional gratuities
Additional Information:
  • This tour must be booked at least 5 days in advance of your travel date
  • Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
  • Child rates apply for children aged 2 to 11 years when sharing existing bedding with two adults
  • This tour is not suitable for infants aged under 2 years of age
Itinerary:

Day 1 - Nairobi - Samburu
Depart from your Nairobi hotel or airport for the Samburu Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight accommodation is at Samburu Lodge.

Day 2 - Samburu
Morning and afternoon game drives. Dinner and overnight accommodation is at Samburu Lodge.

Day 3 - Samburu - Aberdares
After an early morning game drive, depart for the Aberdares area arriving in time for lunch at the Club. Afternoon transfer to The Ark. Dinner and overnight accommodation is at The Ark.

Day 4 - Aberdares - Nairobi
After breakfast, return to Nairobi and dropped off at your Nairobi hotel or Airport

Terms and Conditions:

If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 6 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 per cent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 5 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!





Soweto Half-Day Sightseeing Tour - South Africa

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Freedom Square, the Mandela Museum, a visit to a typical "shebeen" – take this special morning tour to discover the vibrant metropolis of Soweto, on the outskirts of Johannesburg.

Highlights
  • Conducted in English

This sprawling metropolis of more than 3.5 million people is synonymous with South Africa's turbulent past and its hopes for the future. On this tour you'll take a peek into the past by visiting Freedom Square, symbol of the nation's struggle for liberty. You'll visit the Mandela Museum, see Desmond Tutu's home and stand on the only road in the world that's home to two recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Your tour includes a full view of Soweto from the vicinity of Baragwanath Hospital, visits to African merchants selling traditional medicines, a visit to a typical four-roomed dwelling, an informal settlement, a creche, an old-age home, affluent suburbs and a typical "shebeen" (tavern).

Schedule details

Soweto Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

African Shebeen (bar) in Soweto


Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Tour departs from Sandton and Rosebank hotels

Departure Time:
    Sandton Hotels
    8:30am

    Rosebank Hotels
    9:10am
Return Details:

Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 1:00pm


Additional information

Soweto Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

Meet the resilient people of Soweto


Inclusions:
  • Entrance fees
  • Professional narration by tour guide
  • Sandton hotel pickup 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 for this tour will be received at time of booking.
  • Tour is operated in English, unless otherwise stated.
  • Mandela Museum will be closed December 25 and January 01
  • Coaches are not wheelchair accessible.
  • 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.
  • This tour is not suitable for children aged under 2 years
  • Child prices are applicable for children aged 2 to 12 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!





Rise to Freedom Tour: Soweto and Apartheid Museum

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Combine a Three Hour Sightseeing Tour of Soweto with an Afternoon Tour to the Apartheid Museum to get a real insight into South Africa's turbulent past. You will visit important monuments of South Africa's history, such as Freedom Square and Desmond Tutu's home, as you learn the history and segregation which once tore the country apart.

Highlights
  • Conducted in English

Soweto Tour

You will be picked up at your hotel and driven through to Soweto (South Western Township). This sprawling metropolis of more than 3.5 million people on the outskirts of Johannesburg, is synonymous with South Africa's turbulent past and its hopes for the future. Soweto is a multi-cultural composite of South Africa today.

Peek into the past - hostels, Freedom Square, the struggle for liberty. Tread the paths to greatness by Nelson Mandela and Walter Sisulu. Visit the Mandela Museum. Stand on the only road in the world, which carries the honor of two recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize. See Desmond Tutu's home.

Your Soweto Tour includes a full view of Soweto from the vicinity of Baragwanath Hospital, visits to African merchants of traditional medicines, a typical four-roomed dwelling, an informal settlement, a creche, an old-age home, affluent suburbs and a typical Shebeen (tavern). See Winnie Mandela's house and the Hector Peterson Memorial.

Apartheid Museum
Embark on a discovery of the racial segregation experienced by millions of South Africans a mere decade ago. On entering the building you are racially classified and you see this segregation in all forms of life. There are excellent displays on the Soweto up-rising, ANC in exile, petty apartheid, solitary confinement, anti-apartheid movements abroad and sporting boycotts.

The displays culminate in the birth of a new democratic country, the inauguration of Nelson Mandela as President and witness one of the most progressive constitutions in the world.

Schedule details

Rise to Freedom Tour: Soweto and Apartheid Museum

Apartheid Museum, South Africa


Departure Dates:

Daily, except Monday

Unavailable Dates:

  • January 01 (New Year's Day)
  • December 25 (Christmas Day)
Departure Point:

Tour departs from Sandton and Rosebank hotels

Departure Time:
    Sandton Hotels
    8:30am

    Rosebank Hotels
    9:10am
Return Details:

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


Additional information

Rise to Freedom Tour: Soweto and Apartheid Museum

Apartheid Museum, South Africa


Inclusions:
  • Entrance fees
  • English speaking guide
  • Sandton hotel pickup 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 for this tour will be received at time of booking.
  • Tour is operated in English, unless otherwise stated.
  • Coaches are not wheelchair accessible.
  • 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.
  • This tour is not suitable for children aged 2 years and under
  • Child prices are applicable for children aged 3 to 12 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!





Private Tour: Abu Simbel by Minibus from Aswan - Egypt Travel

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See the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel on a minibus tour from Aswan. With a qualified Egyptologist as your guide, you'll enjoy a personalized visit to Abu Simbel on this private tour. With its four rock-hewn pharaohs, you'll agree that the Great Temple is one of the most impressive sites in Egypt, and the highlight of any trip to Egypt.

Highlights
  • Private guide for a more personalized experience
  • Lead by a qualified Egyptologist
  • All entrance fees included
  • Choice of several departures throughout the day
  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
  • Conducted in English

On the short walk to the temple entrances, your guide will explain the history of the site, including details of the UNESCO-led relocation of the entire cliff face to higher ground, and how the temples were discovered by accident in 1813. Due to the large number of visitors to Abu Simbel, guides are not permitted inside either the Great Temple of Ramses II or the smaller Temple of Hathor. However, by using photos and illustrations, your guide will explain to you the structures and their interior artworks. You will then have free time to enter the temples and explore them at your leisure.

As one of the few ancient Egyptian sites which largely escaped damage by past invaders, the interiors of Abu Simbel's temples are astounding. The scale of the buildings and their detailed decoration leaves most visitors in awe. The temples' attraction is further enhanced by their scenic location on the edge of Lake Nasser in the orange sands of the desert.

After visiting the temples there may be time for a short visit to the small visitor's center which documents the UNESCO relocation project, before returning to the minibus for the drive back to Aswan. The drive is approximately three hours each way.

Schedule details

Private Tour: Abu Simbel by Minibus from Aswan

Abu Simbel, Egypt


Departure Dates:
Daily
Departure Point:
Aswan hotels or Port area
Departure Time:

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

Return Details:
Returns to original departure point

Additional information

Private Tour: Abu Simbel by Minibus from Aswan

Abu Simbel, Egypt


Inclusions:
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop off
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (recommended)
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information:
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Transport is wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
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!





Ouarzazate Day Trip from Marrakech - Morocco Travel

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On this day trip to Ouarzazate you will visit the former residence of the last sultan of Atlas and visit the Heritage listed village of Ait Ben Haddou a medieval red-earth village. This area is also famous for being the setting of many major motion pictures.

Highlights
  • Conducted in English

Cross the Atlas mountains through the Tichka gorge by way of one of Morocco's most winding and breath-taking roads.

Visit the Taouirt Kasbah, former residence of the Glaoui, the last sultan of the Atlas before stopping for lunch in Ouarzazate.

On the return journey you will stop for photo opportunities at one of the most beautiful ksours (fortified villages) of the Moroccan South. Ait Ben Haddou has been restored by UNESCO and is on the World Heritage List, a red-earth medieval village which appears to be lost in time.

The desert of Ouarzazate has appeared in many feature films including Lawrence of Arabia, Star Wars, Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven and Babel.

Schedule details

Ouarzazate Day Trip from Marrakech

Ouarzazate Day Trip

Departure Dates:
Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Departure Point:
Tour departs from centrally located Marrakech hotels
Departure Time:
    7:00am

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

Return Details:
Returns to original departure point at approximately 8:00pm

Additional information

Ouarzazate Day Trip from Marrakech

Ouarzazate Day Trip

Inclusions:
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions:
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information:
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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!





Nile River Dinner Cruise in Cairo - Egypt Travel

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Enjoy a Nile River dinner cruise aboard the "Nile Maxim", one of the most elegant cruising restaurants sailing the world's longest waterway. You'll enjoy top-class service aboard your Nile cruise, gliding past Cairo's illuminated skyline while you dine, and with entertainment provided by a spectacular belly-dancing and folklore show.

Highlights
  • Dinner included
  • Several menus to choose from
  • Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
  • Conducted in English

The "Nile Maxim" is built in the style of a flat pharaonic barge, conjuring up images of ancient Egypt. As you drift along the River Nile, the house band performs your all-time favorite Western and Oriental tunes with a twist! Choose from the set menu or go for the a la carte selection offering seafood, Lebanese and Chinese cuisines.

Then sit back and relax while you enjoy a colorful belly dancing show with a folklore band, featuring the unforgettable tannoura spin, in keeping with Egypt's whirling dervishes tradition.


Sample Set menu (subject to change without notice):

  • Selection of fresh breads
  • Salad bar
  • Grilled Chicken with herbs, served with rice and vegetables
  • Nougat glace

Sample A la Carte menu (subject to change without notice):

  • Tehina salad
  • Green spices salad
  • Fried Kofta
  • Fried shrimps
  • Different kinds of rice and macaroni
  • Special dessert menu

Schedule details

Nile River Dinner Cruise in Cairo

Nile River Dinner Cruise in Cairo


Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels

Departure Time:

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

Return Details:
Returns to original departure point

Additional information

Nile River Dinner Cruise in Cairo

Nile River Dinner Cruise in Cairo


Inclusions:
  • Nile River cruise
  • Live entertainment
  • A-la-Carte or set menu dinner
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
Exclusions:
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities (recommended)
Additional Information:
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
  • Vegetarian meal options available
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!



Mountain Splendor -The Kingdom of Lesotho

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Leave Durban and travel through the Natal Midlands to Himeville. Hop into a four wheel drive vehicle and enter Lesotho via the Sani Pass, where you will visit a Sotho Village and interact with the locals of this neighborhood. Travel to Sani Pass Top Chalet for lunch before returning to Durban after a full day of exploring.

Highlights
  • Conducted in English

You will make an early start, meandering through the rolling green hills of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands and on to the little town of Himeville. Here you board a four wheel drive vehicle, the only means by which to tackle the steep Sani Pass. At the top lies a remote border post - passports are essential - and beyond that, the Kingdom of Lesotho.

You will visit a traditional Sotho village and then enjoy lunch at the Sani Top Chalet, which has incredible views of the pass, before making our way back down the mountain.

Please note: The four wheel drive vehicle will depart from Underberg. And a visit to magnificent Howick Waterfall will be included on the return journey (time permitting).



Schedule details

Departure Dates:

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

Departure Point:

Tour departs from Durban City or Umhlanga hotels

Departure Time:
    6:30am
Return Details:

Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 7:00pm


Additional information

Mountain Splendor -The Kingdom of Lesotho


Inclusions:
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Professional narration by tour guide
Exclusions:
  • Optional gratuities
  • Any applicable visa fees
  • 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 7 years and under
  • Child prices are applicable for children aged 8 to 12 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!





Oman Travel - Day Tour to the Enchanting Forts of Nizwa

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The tour starts with a spectacular drive through the Hajar mountains via the oases of Fanjah and Birkat Al Mauz, to reach Nizwa and the impressive 17th century fort.

Highlights
  • Conducted in English

Nizwa is located about 1.5 hours drive from Muscat, and is today of the most popular tourist attractions in Oman, with its historical buildings and imposing fort built in the mid 17th century by Imam Sultan Bin Saif Al Ya'ribi. Nizwa's palm oasis stretches for 5 miles (8 kilometers) along the course of two wadis.

After a tour of Nizwa you will continue on to the cattle market and the souk, famous for its Bedouin silver jewelry.


The drive continues via Tanuf and Bahla to Jabreen, to visit one of Oman's most beautiful forts, famous for its wall and ceiling murals, before returning to your hotel in Muscat.


Schedule details

Day Tour to the Enchanting Forts of Nizwa

Interior of Jabrin Fort, Oman


Departure Dates:
Thursday
Departure Point:
Tour departs from centrally located Muscat hotels.
Departure Time:
    Approximately 7:30am

    Exact pick-up time from your hotel to be arranged with the supplier at time of re-confirmation.

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

Return Details:
Tour returns to original point of departure.

Additional information

Day Tour to the Enchanting Forts of Nizwa

Nizwa Market, Oman


Inclusions:
  • English speaking guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach or mini-bus transport
Exclusions:
  • Optional gratuities
  • Food and drink, unless specified
Additional Information:
  • This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
  • Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
  • Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated

Important Information:

Vehicles:
Buses used for excursions are of the highest standard available. All buses are air-conditioned and equipped with a microphone.

4x4 vehicles used for the off-road safaris are air-conditioned with a maximum capacity of 6 passengers plus driver. All drivers are qualified off-road professionals, first-aid trained and carry cell phones. All vehicles are equipped with seat-belts and passengers are required to wear them at all times.

Dress Code:
Lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised, and photo-chromatic lenses for those who wear spectacles. Hats or some protection for the head are advisable when in direct sunlight. Oman has conservative dress traditions. Swimwear should be confined to the beach and hotel pools. Men and women should ensure shoulders and knees are covered when in public, especially in souks, shops and villages.

Photography:
Normal tourist photography is acceptable, but it is considered offensive to photograph Arab women. It is also courteous to ask permission before photographing men. Photographs of government buildings or military installations are not allowed.

Conditions:
The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any part of this tour for reasons of government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or similar.

  • Infants aged 3 years and under are free of charge
  • Child prices apply to children aged 4 - 12 years inclusive
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!





Mamba Village - Kenya Travel

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Mamba Village, which is situated in Nyali, hosts East Africa's largest Crocodile Farm and your visit will coincide with feeding time at 5:00pm.

Highlights
  • Conducted in English

This tour is great for the kids and adults alike. You can learn all about these fascinating reptiles from their life cycle to their behavior.

This tour will also include the beautiful botanical in this area. Nature in all her glory with the assistance of man presents breathtaking views.

There will be plenty of great spots for taking pictures to send back home, or just to put on the mantle to serve as reminders of your African adventure.

Schedule details

Private Mamba Village Afternoon Visit

Mamba Village Afternoon Visit


Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Tour departs from centrally located Mombasa hotels

Departure Time:
    3:00pm
Return Details:

Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 6:00pm


Additional information

Private Mamba Village Afternoon Visit

Mamba Village - home of Africa's largest Crocodile Farm


Inclusions:
  • Entry to Mamba Village
  • 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 - Marrakech Discovery Tour

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Discover the multiple facets of Marrakech with a stroll in the labyrinth of the narrow streets of the Medina amongst its famous Souks. Immerse yourself in times of old with visits to the most beautiful palaces and monuments of Marrakech including Bahia Palace.



Highlights
  • Conducted in English

Stroll through the labyrinth of narrow streets in the Medina and visit the famous Souks, selling everything from leather to clothing to spices.

Witness the astonishing spectacle of Djemaa El Fna Square. Used equally by locals and tourists, you will find juice stalls, water sellers and snake charmers by day and dancing boys, storytellers and magicians by night. As darkness descends, the square fills with food stalls.

Visit the most beautiful palaces and monuments in Marrakech including Bahia Palace: Built in the late 19th century, the name literally means 'brilliance' and was intended to be the greatest Palace of its time. You will also visit the Saadian tombs, only recently discovered in 1917 and restored. The tombs have, because of the beauty of their decoration, been a major attraction for visitors of Marrakech.




Lunch is included at a restaurant in the Medina and there will be many photo stops enroute back to your Marrakech hotel including the Koutoubia, Dar El Bacha, Medersa ben Youssef and Dar Nejjarine.

Schedule details

Marrakech Discovery Tour

Marrakech Discovery Tour


Departure Dates:

Daily, except Thursday

Departure Point:
Tour departs from centrally located Marrakech hotels
Departure Time:
    8:30am

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

Return Details:
Returns to original departure point at approximately 6:00pm

Additional information

Marrakech Discovery Tour

Marrakech Discovery Tour


Inclusions:
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions:
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information:
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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!





Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech!!

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Visit the beach and famous port of Essaouira on a day trip from Marrakech. You'll take a guided tour of the port and have the opportunity to discover the marvelous Argan oil when you visit a Women's Co-operative manufacturing this famous product.

Sales Points
  • Available in English

Formerly known by its old Portuguese name "Mogador", Essaouira is a citadel with a prestigious past. It has been occupied since prehistoric times and was famous for its Tyrian factory which supplied Rome with the legendary purple dye. A cradle for artists of all kinds, Essaouira is also well known for its fishing port and market, a hive of activity day or night.

During your time in Essaouira you will have a guided visit of the port, the Scala, the municipal market, jeweler's quarter and a handicrafts complex. There will also be time for a lunch break during the day (lunch is not included in tour price).

Schedule details

Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech

Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech



Departure Dates:

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Departure Point:
Tour departs from centrally located Marrakech hotels
Departure Time:
    7:30am

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

Return Details:
Returns to original departure point at approximately 7:00pm

Additional information

Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech

Essaouira Day Trip from Marrakech


Inclusions:
  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions:
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional information
  • This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
  • Confirmation of this tour will be received at time of booking
  • Tour is operated in English and French
  • Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat.
  • Child prices are applicable for children aged 3 - 12 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!





Sinbad Submarine Under The Red Sea

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Experience the underwater world of the Red Sea without getting wet! Board the Sinbad Submarine for an unforgettable underwater adventure, diving below the Red Sea to enjoy the tranquility of life beneath the waves.

You will be collected from your Hurghada hotel and transferred to the pier for boarding. The Sinbad Submarine seats 44 people and has two pilots, with windows specially designed to maximize your underwater viewing.

You will have approximately 50 minutes underwater to enjoy the magical views of the underwater world at a depth of 72 feet (22 meters) below the surface. On your return to the surface, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Schedule details

Sinbad Submarine Under The Red Sea

Sinbad Submarine Under The Red Sea


Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Tour departs from most Hurghada hotels

Departure Time:
    9:00am
Return Details:

Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 11:00am


Additional information

Sinbad Submarine Under The Red Sea

Sinbad Submarine Under The Red Sea


Inclusions:
  • U Boat trip
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
Exclusions:
  • Optional gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional information
  • This activity must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date
  • Confirmation of this activity will be received at time of booking
  • Tour is operated in English. French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch and Russian speaking guides are available, if requested at time of booking
  • Minibus transport is wheelchair accessible
  • Child prices are applicable for children aged 3 - 11 years.
  • Senior prices are applicable for adults aged 65 years and over.
  • Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat.
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!





Aquila Game Reserve Wildlife Safari from Cape Town

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No visit to South Africa is complete without taking a safari to a game reserve! Head to the Aquila Game Reserve on this easy day trip from Cape Town to spot giraffes, lions, leopards, zebras – you name it! The Aquila Game Reserve is the closest private game reserve to Cape Town, only a 90-minute drive away.

Sales Points
  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
  • Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
  • Lead by a local guide
  • All entrance fees included
  • Lunch included
  • Available in English

After an early morning departure you'll reach the beautiful Aquila Game Reserve to be taken on a game drive by an experienced ranger. Optimal game viewing is ensured in open 4WD vehicles.

Giraffes, lions, leopards, springboks, zebras, black and blue wildebeest are just some of the wildlife inhabiting the reserve. There are also good opportunities to see crocodiles and, if you are very lucky, you might even spot the illusive mountain leopard.


Aquila Game Reserve has a large natural wetland and bird-watching opportunities are plentiful. It is home to over 170 species of birds, including the endangered black eagle which the reserve is named after.

Schedule details

Aquila Game Reserve Wildlife Safari from Cape Town

Aquila Game Reserve Wildlife Safari


Departure Dates:
Daily
Departure Point:
Tour departs from Cape Town city hotels
Departure Time:
    December 01, 2007 to November 30, 2008
    6:30am

    December 01, 2008 to November 30, 2009
    5:30am
Return Details:
Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 4:30pm

Additional information

Aquila Game Reserve Wildlife Safari from Cape Town

Aquila Game Reserve Wildlife Safari


Inclusions:
  • Lunch
  • Game Drive
  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Professional narration by tour guide
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 at time of booking.
  • Tour is operated in English, unless otherwise stated.
  • Coaches are not wheelchair accessible.
  • 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.
  • This tour is not suitable for children aged under 2 years
  • Child prices are applicable for children aged 2 to 12 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 to Egypt - Private Tour: The Nubia Museum!!

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The Nubia Museum is considered to be one of the most important Egyptian museums. Featuring exhibits and artifacts from the surrounding sites such as the High Dam, the museum is a "must-do" for any visitor to Aswan.

Sales Points
  • Available in English

In the early 1960's, when Egypt built the High Dam at Aswan, Egyptologists and archaeologists the world over heeded UNESCO's appeal to salvage the monuments of Egyptian Nubia before the rising waters of Lake Nasser submerged them forever. More than sixty expeditions ultimately joined the "Nubian Rescue Campaign", which resulted in the excavation and recording of hundreds of sites, the recovery of thousands of objects, and the salvage and relocation of a number of important temples to higher ground.

Due to the quantities of material recovered from tombs, temples and settlements, UNESCO was encouraged in the 1980's to plan a new Nubian museum in Aswan where the objects could be stored and exhibited. It was universally felt at the time that they should be kept as close as possible to their principal places of origin.

Nearly 12 years later, the Museum became a reality and opened its doors in November 1997. The architecture of the Museum and the enclosure walls are intended to evoke traditional Nubian village architecture, as it was along the Nubian Nile before the region was flooded by Lake Nasser. Your qualified Egyptologist guide will show you some of the most important artifacts before allowing you free time to explore the museum at your leisure.

The building is set within a landscape, on graded levels, that includes a sequence of waterfalls. When the waterway reaches the lower part of the garden, it divides into 2 branches to surround an open-air stage and amphitheater where already many local and foreign groups have performed. The remaining 43,000 square meters have been planted with palm trees, flowers, and climbing plants, spread over natural rocks.

Schedule details

Private Tour: The Nubia Museum

Nubia Museum, Aswan



Departure Dates:
Daily
Departure Point:
Tour departs from Aswan hotels or Port area
Departure Time:
    10:00am (later departures are available until 7:00pm if required, please advise at time of booking)
Return Details:

Additional information

Private Tour: The Nubia Museum

Nubia Museum, Aswan



Inclusions:
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel/port pick up and drop off
  • Transport by air conditioned minibus
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (recommended)
  • 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 tour will be received at time of booking
  • Tour is operated in English. French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch and Russian speaking guides are available, if requested at time of booking
  • Minibus transport is wheelchair accessible
  • Child prices are not applicable, adult prices apply to all travelers.
  • Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat.
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!





Bahamas Cruise - Bahamas Beach Party and Snorkel Cruise!!

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Cruise out to a secluded Bahamas private beach for a BBQ lunch and spend the afternoon snorkeling or simply relaxing in the sun as you enjoy unlimited rum punch. The party continues with the opportunity to put on your dancing shoes as you cruise back to shore.

Sales Points
  • Available in English

The cruise takes you in air-conditioned comfort to a shallow reef where you’ll spend 90 minutes snorkeling in the turquoise sea. All snorkel equipment is provided and if you're a novice, instruction can be provided by your expert guide.

Next, you'll cruise to a secluded private beach for a BBQ buffet lunch including chicken, ribs, peas ’n’ rice, corn on the cob and rolls.

After lunch, you can spend the afternoon at your leisure. Play beach volleyball or other organized games, go for another snorkel or just relax in the sun on the white, sandy beach.

Throughout the day, you'll be served unlimited Bahama Mama rum punch. On the cruise home, you'll have the opportunity to dance up a storm as you head back to shore!

Schedule details

Bahamas Beach Party and Snorkel Cruise

Bahamas Beach Party and Snorkel Cruise



Departure Dates:

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday

Departure Point:

Tour commences with pick up at your Freeport hotel or the Port

Departure Time:
  • 11:00am - October to March
  • 12:00pm - April to September

Additional information

Bahamas Beach Party and Snorkel Cruise

Bahamas Beach Party and Snorkel Cruise


Inclusions:
  • Buffet lunch
  • Access to a private beach
  • Beach volleyball and other games
  • Time for relaxing on the beach
  • Unlimited Bahama Mama rum punch, fruit punch, and lemonade throughout the day
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Use of snorkel equipment and instruction
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Vegetarian dishes are available with 48-hour advanced notice
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!