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Visit the land of spectacular natural scenery, splendid old churches and castles full of historic tales. Kiss the Blarney Stone, shop for an Irish hand knit sweater and circle the Ring of Kerry admiring the beautiful lakes. Stand at the edge of the Cliffs of Moher before exploring the otherworldly landscapes of the Burren region and some of the most impressive castles and mansions.
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(7 Hotel Nights)
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Visit the country of Celtic crosses, scenic lakes, pretty villages, gracious manor houses and serene cathedrals and abbeys. Make photo stops at some of Ireland’s postcard perfect locales as well as visit the lesser known regions of the country such as the Burren and Connemara. Get to know the country through its landscapes and people.
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(11 Hotel Nights)
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This package to the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland truly has it all. Stunning landscapes and national parks, castles and cathedrals, river cruises and ferries, Stone Age monuments and manor homes, pottery factories and woolen mills, walking tours and friendly pubs – it’s everything you imagine when you think of the Emerald Isle.
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(7 Hotel Nights)
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Scotland at it's breathtaking best. Visit the dramatic mountain scenery of Assynt and experience the remote white sandy beaches of the Northern Highlands, walk through the ancient pine forests of the Cairngorm National Park and soak up the romantic beauty of the Isle of Skye. Further highlights include Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, Glencoe and Scotland's highest road out to the remote village of Applecross, giving you a tour unrivalled for the best views of Scotland
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(7 Hotel Nights)
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Imagine life as one of the Scottish nobility on this tour of Scottish castles. History comes alive as you tour a castle where a Scottish Queen was imprisoned, a castle housing an artifact presented by the famous warrior Robert the Bruce, and a castle which served as the location for some of the scenes in the movie “The Queen” among many others.
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(6 Hotel Nights)
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This specialist whisky tour takes you to the “Queen of the Isles” and the Whisky Coast. Islay is home to 8 of Scotland’s finest malt whisky distilleries Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Bowmore, Bunnahabhain, Bruichladdich, Ardbeg, Caol Ila and Kilchoman. For the whisky enthusiast this tour will give you an in depth knowledge and even better - you won’t need to drive anywhere yourself!
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(7 Hotel Nights)
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Discover the best of Scotland and Northern England. Ancient abbeys, Roman Roads, market towns and more await you on this escorted tour. See Hadrian’s Wall, the wall built by a Roman emperor to keep out the wild Scots. Explore the Lake District villages and see the ancient Castlerigg standing stones, thousands of years old as well as Dove Cottage, home of the famous poet William Wordsworth. Admire the natural beauty of Yorkshire Dales National Park and absorb the medieval atmosphere of York’s narrow winding streets.
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(10 Hotel Nights)
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Explore the highlights of England, North Wales and Scotland on this 7 day escorted tour. After your stay in the cosmopolitan capital of London, travel leisurely through the charming back roads of Great Britain to experience the scenic and historic delights of England, Wales and the Scottish Border. Your tour ends in Edinburgh, with free time to explore the history and culture of this historic city.
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(6 Hotel Nights)
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Spend a week experiencing some of our very favorite places in France. This itinerary has been carefully crafted to give you the perfect combination of free time & organized sightseeing while in France. You’ll begin with a couple of free days on your own to enjoy Paris, the City of Light. Then you’re off on a fantastic, 4-day professionally escorted tour to enjoy the rich history and scenic beauty of Normandy, Brittany & the Loire Valley - without the hassle of organizing the logistics.
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(7 Hotel Nights)
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Saints, horses, art, canals and beautiful lakes await on this tour of Italy’s northern gems. Explore the medieval city where the famous Palio horse race is held. Immerse yourself in Florence’s art treasures, hit Venice’s highlights and relax in the serene Lake District.
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(11 Hotel Nights)
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This vacation includes Italy’s three main cities, but also so much more. See a different side of Italian life in smaller towns such as Assisi, Siena, Bologna and Padova, each with its own character, local cuisine and architectural styles. Feel the glamour when you visit Sorrento and chic Capri.
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(8 Hotel Nights & 1 Overnight Ferry)
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Ruins, volcanoes, grottos, amphitheaters, mountains and more wait for you on this Mediterranean odyssey. See the remnants of ancient civilizations, feel glamorous on the island of Capri, and experience traditional Italian life in Sicily among other pursuits in Italy’s southern half.
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(9 Hotel Nights)
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University towns, medieval and renaissance are and architecture, fashion and fabulous lakes are the keys to this Italian escapade. Admire works by Giotto, Michelangelo, Brunelleschi and more as you vacation in Siena, Florence and Venice. Relax by the shores of one of Italy’s best kept secrets, the Italian Lake District. Make time for a fashion spree in Milan before you depart from one of the most popular countries in Europe.
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(6 Hotel Nights)
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Sample both Mediterranean and Andalusian cultures of Spain on this tour. Visit a magnificent mosque, palace and an Olympic site in some of the best loved cities of Spain where layers of history tell the stories of gypsies, caliphates and artistic visionaries.
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(8 Hotel Nights)
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Visit the most prominent northern Spanish city, Madrid, as well as Barcelona, Spain’s prime coastal city and the town which is the heart of Andalusia, Seville. In addition, spend time on the Costa del Sol, which literally means the ‘sunny coast
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(7 Hotel Nights)
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Experience the many delights of Spain in this 6 night trip to Spain’s most beautiful cities…from the exciting city of Barcelona, to the Moorish towns of Córdoba and Granada, the attractions of sunny Seville and the charms of Mediterranean Valencia, there is something to suit all tastes.
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(13 Hotel Nights)
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The history of Spain is closely intertwined with the Moorish culture. This tour offers the opportunity to explore both cultures through visiting the premier cities, monuments and beaches of Spain and Morocco.
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(7 Hotel Nights)
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Southern Germany offers magical landscapes with lush rolling hills, medieval towns and picturesque castles. Travel back in time with a visit to Rothenburg ob der Tauber and tour beautiful castles such as Neuschwanstein. Impressive mountains and magnificent lakes make this an unforgettable romantic travel experience.
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Discover Germany in combination with a visit to some of the most fascinating cities in northwestern Europe. Frankfurt is home to the wonderfully eclectic Städel Museum, Cologne features the Gothic masterpiece the Cologne Cathedral, Brussels boasts colorful medieval streets and Amsterdam captivates travelers with its magnificent waterways.
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(12 Hotel Nights)
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Experience the many fascinating facets of Germany. Discover modern and dynamic cities such as Hamburg, Berlin and Munich, the picturesque beauty of the Rhine river valley, the romantic South with its magical landscape and fairytale castles. Highlights of this tour include a trip by high-speed rail from Berlin to Frankfurt and a visit to famous Neuschwanstein castle. Discover the many attractions of Germany!
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(14 Hotel Nights)
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Germany‘s magnificent castles and impressive Swiss Alps invite you to explore the rich history and culture of these countries. Each city boasts different stories and treasures that will transform this trip into a delightful experience. Sample delicious German beer and Swiss cheese and chocolate.
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This Russian adventure begins in Moscow, where the Kremlin and Red Square dominate as icons of Soviet power and the Cold War. The tour includes two cities, Tver and Novgorod, once rivals to Moscow. End the adventure in Russia’s cultural capital, St Petersburg, a city that recalls the glory of the czars and contains one of the world’s most staggering art collections inside the Hermitage.
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(13 Hotel Nights)
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Russia’s St. Petersburg tells the story of the czars, whereas Moscow looms large in modern history; explore both of these mesmerizing Russian cities before traveling to the capitals of the exotic Baltic countries where castles, cathedrals, and universities are waiting to be explored. Conclude in Poland’s Warsaw which has managed to not only survive, but thrive, after a tumultuous history.
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Start the adventure in Zagreb, Croatia’s capital filled with baroque palaces and churches. Spend time in Sarajevo, long known as a crossroad of cultures, civilizations and history. Cap off a wonderful trip in Dubrovnik where the Old Town walls and ancient port have always enchanted visitors.
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(10 Hotel Nights)
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Visit the prime cities of the former Eastern bloc. Visit a Winter Olympics site and the city known as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic.’ Explore a palace which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, a national park filled with sparkling lakes, and a journey into one of the largest caves in Europe, as just a few examples of the adventures that await.
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(12 Hotel Nights)
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Palaces, castles, theatres and churches line the six stunning cities included on this tour. History collides with striking architecture when visiting the Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto, Prague’s Astronomical Clock and Poland’s Yasna Gora Monastery, home to the Black Madonna. Sample each unique culture on this smorgasbord of eastern European cities.
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(3 Hotel Nights & 7 Night Cruise)
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Croatia is a European country with a Mediterranean climate and a maritime history. Explore the gracious churches and cobblestoned streets of Zagreb. Then marvel at the striking natural wonder that is Plitvice Lakes National Park before embarking on a relaxing Seven-night cruise to four Croatian islands dotted like jewels along the Adriatic Sea.
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(10 Night Hotel)
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Over the past two decades, Turkey has become one of the world’s best vacation destinations. It’s progressive, commercial and fashionable – all while somehow being ancient, religious and exotic. It has impressive Neolithic structures, vibrant street bazaars, gorgeous beaches, quaint villages & spicy, roasted kebabs. Its many layers contain Greco-Roman influences as well as Islamic ones. This tour will show you the best of Turkey – at a reasonable price.
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(13 Night Hotel)
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Turkey has played host to some of history’s most exciting characters & moments including the Trojan War, Alexander the Great, the Roman Empire, St. Paul the Apostle, the Byzantine Empire, the Mongol Conquest, the Crusades, Suleiman the Magnificent, the Ottoman Empire and World War I’s Gallipoli Campaign. Join us - and spend two incredible weeks experiencing firsthand the glories of Turkey’s cultural and historic heritage! You’ll see ancient ruins, Hittite artifacts, underground cities, spectacular rock formations, spice markets, the ancient city of Troy and more.
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(17 Hotel Nights)
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This 17-night, 18-day tour is our most complete trip to Turkey. Participants will see underground cave cities, beautiful Mediterranean coastline, colorful bazaars, Ancient Greek cities, Roman ruins, early-Christian churches and spectacular natural wonders. They will walk in the footsteps of some of history’s most interesting characters including Alexander the Great, St. Paul the Apostle, Suleiman the Magnificent and Sufi philosopher Mevlana (Rumi). They will learn about Turkey’s magnificent cultural & historic heritage through its many layers of history including the Trojan War, the Roman Empire, the Byzantine Empire, the Mongol Conquest, the Crusades, the Ottoman Empire and World War I’s Gallipoli Campaign. For travelers who want to fully discover Turkey – both its present modernity and its glorious past - this tour has it all.
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Experience one of South Africa`s most popular journeys. The Garden Route lies east of Cape Town and encompasses some of South Africa's most beautiful beaches, mountains, and rivers. The climate is mild all year round and there are countless of activities to enjoy including whale-watching, hiking, ostrich riding, golfing, swimming, bungee jumping and more.
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Explore the thrilling wilderness in South Africa. Pan for gold, see a film location from “The Gods Must Be Crazy”, gaze upon elephants, lions, and rhinos, admire traditional crafts and visit a tiny kingdom filled with traditional beehive shaped houses. All of these adventures and experiences are yours on this trip to South Africa and the Kingdom of Swaziland.
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South Africa is one of the most diverse and enchanting countries in the world. Exotic combinations of landscapes, people, history and culture offer the traveler a unique and inspiring experience. Your escorted vacation to South Africa is a combination of all of these experiences, and we have included Kruger National Park, renowned for its beautiful natural scenery and exceptional wildlife viewing.
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Are you aching to steal away to somewhere exotic that will transport you back in time? This 5-day itinerary is designed to do just that. Experience the very best that remains from the Khmer Empire, which reigned from the 9th-15th century in Southeast Asia. The ancient sites featured on this escorted tour are unlike anything you will see anywhere else. Located on the gorgeous Indochina Peninsula - Cambodia remains one of the world’s best, most unspoiled vacation destinations.
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(5 Hotel Nights)
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Experience the iconic, architectural wonders of the Angkor region, the site of the ancient capitals of the Khmer Empire, one of the most powerful empires in the history of Southeast Asia (9th-15th centuries). Visit Cambodia’s capital city of Phnom Penh. See Siem Reap’s colonial past as you visit its French Quarter and local markets, and learn about the tragic atrocity of the Cambodian genocide in the 1970s.
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(6 Hotel Nights)
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Spend 1 week exploring one of the Indochina Peninsula’s crown jewels: Vietnam. Ideal for those looking for a beautiful, historic and emerging (read: not inundated with tourists) vacation destination. The tour is professionally escorted, and the country’s best attractions are included. See the gorgeous Ha Long Bay, the ancient town of Hoi An, the Perfume River and the Old Quarter of Hanoi.
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(7 Hotel Nights)
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Visit Amazing Thailand where you can explore archeological sites such as the remains of ancient cities, villages where crafts such as wood carving and silk are still done by hand and the hill tribe communities where the inhabitants live a lifestyle almost forgotten in the big cities. Watch in amazement as trainers demonstrate the abilities of one of the largest land mammals, elephants, and visit the ‘Golden Triangle’ an important crossroads where three countries, Thailand, Laos and Myanmar (Burma) meet.
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(8 Hotel Nights)
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Spend 9 days on the Indochina Peninsula exploring the beautiful country of Vietnam. This escorted tour includes a night aboard a junk – a traditional sailing vessel - in one of the most beautiful spots on Earth: Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Natural Site. This itinerary is ideal for those who want to combine extraordinary natural beauty with fascinating history and local culture.
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(10 Hotel Nights)
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Extensively explore the culture, history and vivid, natural beauty of Vietnam. Compared to our other escorted tours, this itinerary was created to dig a bit deeper into the truly rich heritage of this Southeast Asian nation. If you can manage to be away for two weeks, without a doubt - Vietnam merits a few more days.
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(8 Hotel Nights)
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After sightseeing in Bangkok, Thailand’s oh-so-lively capital city, this escorted tour will have you headed north all the way to The Golden Triangle. Tour the13th-century Sukhothai Historical Park, the cradle of Thai culture. Explore the Grand Palace to imagine an ancient Siamese court setting. Visit an elephant camp. Enjoy delicious local, Thai cuisine.
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Explore the capital of India, New Delhi, the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, and Agra’s world renowned Taj Mahal. Forts, temples, palaces, memorials, mosques and more await visitors on this odyssey through the exotic offerings of the riveting country of India.
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(7 Night Hotel)
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Have you always wanted to travel to China but don’t think you have enough time? You’d be surprised at how much you can enjoyably see on this 8-day, 7-night escorted tour. With national flights included, you will see the very best of three fantastic Chinese cities – Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai – and their surroundings. See the Terracotta Warriors, the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square, the Yu Gardens - and more
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Visit the highlights of Japan… shogun castles, Shinto and Buddhist temples, peaceful gardens and parklands, scenic lakes, imperial palaces, a dramatic volcanic crater, iconic Mt Fuji and the world’s largest bronze Buddha all await in the Land of the Rising Sun.
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(9 Hotel Nights)
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See the modern and the ancient mix in bustling New Delhi, exquisite architectural structures in Jaipur and Agra. Be amazed at Khajuraho where some temples have survived for over a thousand years. A visit to Varanasi demonstrates how closely the Ganges River is closely tied to religion and rituals.
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(12 Night Hotel)
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Ideal for those who want to extensively explore China in under 2 weeks, this itinerary was created to combine contemporary Chinese cities with the country’s remarkable nature and fascinating history. Spend 3 nights on a 4-star cruise that will take you down the Yangtze River to experience stunning landscapes including Goose Neck Park, the Shibaozhai Pagoda as well as the Qutang, Wu and Xiling gorges. See the Terracotta Warriors, the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square, the Yu Gardens and Shanghai’s colonial French Concession district.
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(15 Hotel Nights)
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Spend 16 days visiting the very best of the Indochina Peninsula in Southeast Asia. This exciting tour will take you to the nations of Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos. Visit the extraordinary archeological site of Angkor, home to the former capitals of the fascinating Khmer Empire. Swim in the turquoise pools below the Kuang Si Waterfalls. Explore the Tham Pak Ou limestone caves. Try rice wine whisky. Explore ancient temples, and wander through French colonial neighborhoods. Visit these 3 beautiful and historic countries before everyone else finds out about them.
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(17 Hotel Nights)
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Spend 18 days exploring Vietnam and Cambodia, two beautiful vacation destinations that are exotic, refreshing and remarkably unspoiled. This escorted tour will take you leisurely through the Indochina Peninsula in Southeast Asia. See lovely French colonial towns, the famed Ha Long Bay and the remarkable archeological site of Angkor, home to the former capitals of the fascinating Khmer Empire.
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In Tokyo the latest in modern entertainment and shopping competes with ancient religions and cultural traditions for your attention. Spend time exploring Kyoto, which was the center of Japanese culture and politics for centuries and continues to enchant visitors today with its temples, shrines and palaces. Visit one of Japan’s most photographed sites, Mt. Fuji.
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(12 Night Hotel)
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Combine the architectural and historic treasures of Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai with the immense beauty and spirituality of Tibet. See the Terracotta Warriors, the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square, the Yu Gardens and Shanghai’s colonial French Concession district – and travel to the highest plateau on earth, where you will visit the traditional winter and summer residences of the Dalai Lamas.
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(16 Night Hotel)
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This 16-day escorted tour will show you the very best of China’s past and present. See the Terracotta Warriors, the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square and picturesque West Lake. Visit historic temples, lovely villages, national parks, lively street markets and gorgeously-landscaped gardens. Enjoy professional guiding, fantastic sightseeing and 4-star hotel accommodations; three of your 15 nights will be spent cruising down the Yangtze River.
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On New Zealand’s North Island you will see subtropical forests, thermal geysers and golden beaches. Cruise from Auckland to Waiheke Island and then visit the bubbling mudpools in Rotorua. In contrast, the South Island has mountainous peaks, majestic fiords, ancient glaciers and tranquil countryside. Sample New Zealand’s great wines and cruise the length of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea.
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Famous for its awe-inspiring beauty and breathtaking scenery, your New Zealand adventure begins in Auckland. Cruise to Waiheke Island and then visit the famous Glowworm Caves. Enjoy Rotorua’s eco thermal tour before feasting on traditional Maori foods. Sample Marlborough’s famous Sauvignon Blanc and enjoy the beautiful stretches of coastline, waterfalls and rainforests throughout your journey.
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