Egypt Traces Of Lost CivilizationsNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 |
Egypt Traces Of Lost Civilizations
Cairo International Airport, Egypt
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9 Days from $5,590* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent We have travelled for days over the desert in 4X4 vehicles to arrive here. We've brought everything with us: water, food, fuel, supplies, GPS locator and our indispensable guide. We seek out primitive paintings in caves and on rock, as well as the tools, axes, beads and bones of a people who inhabited this area 18,000 years ago. The occasional piece of WWII military debris, untouched in this harsh but stunning desert environment, makes our quest all the more intriguing.People… more |
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Alaska: Nature's Playground |
Alaska: Nature's Playground
Airport near Anchorage, AK, United States
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8 Days from $7,220* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent This program is part of A&K's Family Holidays. Pristine wilderness - populated by moose, bear, humpback whale and sea lion - stretches as far as the eye can see. Take it in from an open-air platform aboard a double-decker train and scenic flight over Denali, which lands on a glacier. Fish for salmon, embark on a geocaching adventure and experience wildlife up close before meeting Iditarod champion Martin Buser's husky team - a thrill for the whole family. more |
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'Elisabeth' - Northern Burgundy |
'Elisabeth' - Northern Burgundy
Airport near Paris, France
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7 Days from $4,500* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent In 2012, the family-friendly 'Elisabeth' cruises in France from June to October. Her popular "Chocolate & Wine" cruises on the Burgundy Canal include dessert-making demonstrations and local wine tastings. more |
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Guatemala Extension |
Guatemala Extension
Guatemala airport, Guatemala City
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5 Days from $2,535* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent Discover the culture of the ancient Mayan people when you interact with their descendants at market day and observe their religious ceremonies. Wander through the main square of Antigua to see colonial churches, drive through the highlands to Lake Atitlan and explore Tikal National Park, where huge Mayan temples rise above the jungle canopy. more |
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Kenya Family Safari |
Kenya Family Safari
Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi, Kenya
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11 Days from $6,550* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent This program is part of A&K's Family Holidays. Set out to see the world-famous "Big Five" as well as endangered species, including the Rothschild giraffe, chimpanzee and black rhino. Young travellers have many activities to choose from, including archery with the local Maasai, casting animal tracks in plaster and making fire in time-honored fashion. A tribal dance performance and optional balloon safari provide surefire thrills for family members of all ages. more |
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Signature Turkey |
Signature Turkey
Istanbul Airport, Turkey
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11 Days from $9,650* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent Explore Istanbul's magnificent Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and sixth-century Basilica Cistern. In Cappadocia, visit the rock-carved churches at GĂ´reme and the underground village of Kaymakli. Discover ancient Ephesus, the best-preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean, and the seaside town of Bodrum with its Museum of Underwater Archaeology. more |
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Ancient Wonders: Israel, Jordan & Egypt |
Ancient Wonders: Israel, Jordan & Egypt
Israel
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13 Days from $6,995* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent Delve into the rich cultures of ancient Israel, Jordan and Egypt during a discovery journey encompassing their archaeological, anthropological and religious sites. Vistas - from the Mount of Olives to shores of the Dead Sea - set the tone for the exploration of Jerusalem, Madaba and Petra. In the land of the pharaohs, discover Tutankhamun's treasures, and wonder at the pyramids on the Giza Plateau. more |
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Classic Japan |
Classic Japan
Tokyo airport, Japan
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11 Days from $8,920* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent Experience this land of captivating contrasts on a Connoisseurs journey through electrifying Tokyo, traditional Kyoto and beyond. Contemplate Japan's spiritual side as you visit the Great Buddha or learn to meditate in a Zen temple. Discover the country's rich history and culture by staying in a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn), savoring spectacular meals, soaking in onsen (hot spring) baths and walking the pathways of splendid gardens. more |
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Essence of India |
Essence of India
Mumbai Airport, Mumbai, Maharashtra
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15 Days from $9,550* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent On this Connoisseurs program, immerse yourself in the magnificent monuments of northern and central India, exploring UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the temples of Elephanta Island, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal. Travel how royals did - atop ornately decorated elephant and on private boat cruises - and stay in the world's best villa resorts with impeccable butler service (destinations in and of themselves). more |
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Signature Mexico |
Signature Mexico
Mexico City International Airport, Mexico City, Mexico
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9 Days from $4,770* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent Mexico lies just south of the border, but this lively country is a world apart. On this Signature journey, delve into its ancient history when you visit incredible archaeological sites, including Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Experience its Spanish past in colonial-era cities, and dive into local life with a stay in a hacienda and visit with a Mayan family. more |
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Images of Egypt & Kenya |
Images of Egypt & Kenya
Cairo International Airport, Egypt
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15 Days from $8,595* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent Experience the best of both worlds - Ancient Egypt and the untamed wilds of Kenya - on this Discovery journey. Explore picturesque Abu Simbel, the Valley of the Kings and the Egyptian museum of antiquities, where the treasures of Tutankhamun offer a thrilling glimpse back in time. Later, game drives at Samburu and Masai Mara Game Reserves reveal the primal struggles of predator and prey as only Africa can. more |
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Costa Rica: Rainforests & Volcanoes |
Costa Rica: Rainforests & Volcanoes
San Jose Airport, San Jose, Costa Rica
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7 Days from $2,990* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent This program is part of A&K's Family Holidays. Costa Rica - a land of wildlife-rich parks and rain forests - is a dream destination for active families. Speed between lush trees by zipline, float down the rivers of Tortuguero National Park in search of hidden fauna and spend two nights at a hotel in the shadow of the booming Arenal Volcano, where you head off the beaten path to family owned hot springs and tour Don Juan's plantation. more |
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Highlights of China: Journeys for Women |
Highlights of China: Journeys for Women
Beijing Airport, China
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12 Days from $5,370* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent The Great Wall, the Terra Cotta Warriors, the Three Gorges - experience these and more wonders on this Discovery journey, the perfect introduction to China. Dig into ancient Chinese civilization with an in-depth look at the Terra Cotta Warriors alongside a specialist; then contemplate Shanghai's futuristic skyline. Explore the Yangzi River - and life along its scenic shores - on a luxury, three-night cruise. more |
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Italy: Emperors & Artists |
Italy: Emperors & Artists
Marco Polo Airport, Venice, Italy
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9 Days from $7,395* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent This program is part of A&K's Family Holidays. Wind your way through Venice by gondola, and see Michelangelo's David, the Leaning Tower, Vatican and Sistine Chapel firsthand. During this interactive family journey, you also play the role of a Roman soldier at a gladiator school in Rome, toss your own pizza and learn how gelato is made, while exploring historic cities at your own pace by rail, water and on foot. more |
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A Storybook Adventure |
A Storybook Adventure
Airport near Budapest, Hungary
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10 Days from $6,330* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent This program is part of A&K's Family Holidays. During a Family Holiday through Budapest, Vienna and Prague, unearth ghostly legends, explore secret underground tunnels and view glimmering weapons and armor. Test your sculpting skills while making marzipan; compose your own waltz in homage to Mozart, Beethoven and Strauss; and take a horse-drawn carriage ride to a Viennese inn - built in 1447 - to partake in lunch. more |
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Machu Picchu & Beyond |
Machu Picchu & Beyond
Lima Airport, Lima, Peru
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9 Days from $5,925* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent Experience a blend of adventure and luxury on a Connoisseurs journey through Peru's past and present. Explore majestic colonial architecture in Lima and Cusco. Then travel to Machu Picchu, redefining the concept of up-close exploration by lodging on the citadel's grounds, at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge. Discover Andean culture when you meet a master weaver or wander a local market. more |
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Treasures of Northern India |
Treasures of Northern India
Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi
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14 Days from $7,420* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent This Discovery journey offers an in-depth panorama of Northern India's best. Explore a country and culture like no other from a privileged perspective - whether you attend a holy ceremony on the banks of the Ganges in Varanasi, view the Taj Mahal twice in one day to fully capture its beauty or literally live out history when you lodge in former palaces in the Rajasthani cities of Jaipur and Udaipur. more |
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Tailor Made California: Ultimate Wine Country |
Tailor Made California: Ultimate Wine Country
California Airport, United States
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6 Days Contact provider for price
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent To the discerning oenophile, California is synonymous with fine wine. On this independent journey, travel exclusively by private helicopter, touching down on world-class vineyards throughout Napa Valley and Sonoma County. Sample the signature vintages during private visits at such wine estates as Chalk Hill Winery, a 1,400 acre vineyard, and at organic Ceago Vineyards, where you enjoy a private luncheon with its owner. more |
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Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands |
Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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20 Days from $16,465* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent Discover the unique wildlife and remote landscapes of the Southern ocean on this sweeping panorama of South georgia, the falkland islands and the antarctic Peninsula. accompanied by naturalist guides and leading experts, scan the seas from 'Le Boreal' and set out on twice-daily excursions to learn about the remote and fragile environment that unfolds before you during this journey of a lifetime. more |
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