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2 NEW FOR 2017 Globus family of brands have been inspiring travel for almost 9 decades with exceptional escorted vacations to the most fascinating places in the world. Each year more vacations and more destinations are added to the repertoire to bring in more excitement and diversity in the vacations offered. In 2017, a grand selection with more choices than ever are available for you. We offer a grand selection, now more than ever, including world-wide destinations, newer vacations, and religious tours. With a choice of itineraries across the world, our vacations offer just the right all-in-one package for you great hotels, included sightseeing, the most efficient transportation around and in between cities, and services of our expert tour directors at your destination to help you personalise your experience.

3 EUROPE Table of Contents Europe s Photo Album...4 Best of the Netherlands...6 An Icelandic Adventure...8 Best of the Baltic States...10 Discover Northern Cyprus...12 Coast & Cities of Croatia...14 SOUTH AMERICA Best of Brazil...16 ASIA Simply Vietnam...18 A China Experience...20 BEFORE YOU GO Cosmos Vacations Offered...22 Terms & Conditions...23

4 EUROPE S PHOTO ALBUM TOUR Days from Paris to Milan Priced From $ 1,799US YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES Individual headsets ACCOMMODATION PARIS Courtyard Arcueil (F) or Campanile Pantin (ST) LUXEMBOURG Park Inn City (ST) FREIBURG AREA Super 8 (ST) TYROLEAN OBERLAND Hotel Sonne (ST) LUCERNE AREA Seerausch (ST) at Beckenried or Ibis Styles (ST) ST. MORITZ Hotel Bären (F) MILAN Starhotels Business Palace (F) or Leonardo City Center (F) TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Sightseeing: Reims champagne cellar visit, Luxembourg City, Neuschwanstein Castle visit, St. Gallen s historic library, Lucerne Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, Vaduz, St. Moritz, Bernina Express train ride, Como visit. Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description including admission charges where applicable. Scenic Highlights: Lake Constance, Lake Como, German, Austrian, and Swiss Alps Guides: Local Guide for city sightseeing in Paris, Strasbourg, Milan; professional Tour Director while touring Transportation: Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach; Bernina Express train MEALS: Buffet breakfasts (B) daily; 3 dinners (D) Day 1 ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE. Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers. Day 2 PARIS. A world-class city for centuries, Paris probably has more familiar landmarks than any other place in the world. See the highlights on an included sightseeing tour with an expert Local Guide. View Napoleon s monumental Arc de Triomphe, the iconic Eiffel Tower, the Opéra, Champs Elysées, and much more. Later, sample what life must have been like for 17th-century French aristocrats on an optional tour of the opulent Palace of Versailles. Tonight, consider joining an optional dinner. (B) Day 3 PARIS REIMS LUXEMBOURG CITY, LUXEMBOURG. Depart the City of Light and head east to Reims, home to many of the country s largest champagne producers. A maze of tunnels and caves dating back to Roman times exists under the city, and these are used to this day for the aging of the champagne. A fascinating visit to a CHAMPAGNE CELLAR teaches you all about how this sparkling wine is made. Also see the city s exceptionally beautiful gothic cathedral, the traditional coronation site for French kings. Continue to Luxembourg City, situated at the confluence of the Alzette and Pétrusse Rivers and capital of one of Europe s smallest sovereign states. (B) Day 4 LUXEMBOURG STRASBOURG, FRANCE FREIBURG AREA, GERMANY. This morning, explore Luxembourg city with its celebrated UNESCO World Heritage status and many European Union institutions, including the European Court of Justice, European Investment Bank, and more. Re-enter France and arrive in Strasbourg, seat of the European Parliament. On your guided walking tour, see the monumental gothic cathedral with its ancient murals, stained-glass windows, and fascinating astronomical clock; experience the unique Franco-German culture; and explore the city s historic heart in the magical La Petite France district. Cross the border into Germany, and spend the night in the Freiburg area (B,D). Day 5 FREIBURG AREA NEUSCHWANSTEIN TYROLEAN OBERLAND. A scenic drive this morning takes you along the shores of pretty Lake Constance, Central Europe s third-largest lake, and into the heart of Bavaria. Ascend the foothills of the Alps for a visit to Mad King Ludwig s romantic NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE, inspiration for Walt Disney s Sleeping Beauty Castle. Dinner and an overnight in the nearby Tyrolean Oberland (B,D). Day 6 TYROLEAN OBERLAND ST. GALLEN, SWITZERLAND LUCERNE AREA. Cross the border into Switzerland to arrive in the canton of St. Gallen. The city grew up around the 7th-century Convent of St. Gall. Visit the abbey s rococo-style LIBRARY, one of the richest medieval libraries in the world and UNESCO heritage site, which houses antiquities including 400 books that are more than a thousand years old and a 2,700-year-old Egyptian mummy. Carry on to the Lucerne area for two overnights. (B) 4

5 LEISURELY ON THE GO Day 7 LUCERNE. Nestled amid snowcapped Alps and surrounded by its lake, Lucerne is one of Switzerland s finest cities. This morning s visit takes in the historic city walls, which still include eight watch towers and a gated tower; CHAPEL BRIDGE, Europe s oldest covered bridge, dating back to 1333; ornate patrician houses lining cobblestone streets; and the LION MONUMENT, a masterful stone sculpture honoring Louis XVI s heroic Swiss Guard. In your free time this afternoon, you could choose from a great selection of optional activities. (B) Day 8 LUCERNE AREA LIECHTENSTEIN ST. MORITZ. Majestic alpine scenery and glimpses of Lake Walen will enchant you on the way to Liechtenstein. Stop briefly in its capital, Vaduz, whose castle is visible from almost any spot in the city. Drive towards Swiss National Park in the Engadine, the country s biggest nature preserve. Watch for ibexes, marmots, northern hares, and other wildlife as sparkling lakes, larch forests, soaring peaks, and quaint, Grisons-style villages usher you on to glamorous St. Moritz, the oldest and TOUR 4720 DATES & PRICES most famous winter resort in the world. (B,D) Day 9 ST. MORITZ BERNINA EXPRESS TRAIN TO TIRANO, ITALY COMO MILAN. Today, experience a memorable trip aboard the BERNINA EXPRESS. Crossing the Alps to Tirano in Italy, this spectacular rail journey ascends to altitudes exceeding 6,560 feet above sea level. Rejoin the coach and skirt Lake Como before visiting the quaint historical town center of Como town before reaching Milan. (B) Day 10 MILAN. Hub of Italy s economic miracle and the capital of fashion, Milan is a vibrant city. During your guided sightseeing tour, see the awe-inspiring, gothic Duomo, one of the largest cathedrals in the world and which took nearly 500 years to complete. This afternoon, you could spend time in Milan s famous fashion district to catch up on the latest designs. (B) Day 11 MILAN. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B) US$ 0414 Fri 14 Apr Mon 24 Apr Fri 05 May Mon 15 May Fri 12 May Mon 22 May Fri 19 May Mon 29 May Fri 09 Jun Mon 19 Jun Fri 16 Jun Mon 26 Jun Fri 23 Jun Mon 03 Jul Fri 07 Jul Mon 17 Jul Fri 14 Jul Mon 24 Jul Fri 21 Jul Mon 31 Jul Fri 04 Aug Mon 14 Aug Fri 11 Aug Mon 21 Aug Fri 25 Aug Mon 04 Sep Fri 01 Sep Mon 11 Sep Fri 08 Sep Mon 18 Sep Fri 15 Sep Mon 25 Sep Fri 22 Sep Mon 02 Oct 1899 Paris* End Milan Paris* End Milan Paris* End Milan Pricing is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement: $500 No triple room reduction -only prices shown in US Dollars. 5

6 BEST of the NETHERLANDS TOUR days from Amsterdam to Amsterdam Priced From $ 999US YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES Individual headsets ACCOMMODATION AMSTERDAM AREA Crowne Plaza Schiphol (F) or Holiday Inn Express Arena (ST) ROTTERDAM Bilderberg Parkhotel (F) ARNHEM AREA De Bilderberg (F) GRONINGEN Apollo (F) TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Sightseeing: Visits Aalsmeer Flower auction or Keukenhof gardens, Delft Royal Pottery, Groesbeek National Liberation Museum, Arnhem John Frost Bridge, Straphorst, Groningen, Zaanse Schans workshops, Volendam Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description including admission charges where applicable. Guides: Local Guides for city sightseeing in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Apeldoorn Het Loo Palace; professional Tour Director while touring Transportation: Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach Meals: Buffet breakfasts (B) daily; 3 dinners (D), including a farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Amsterdam Day 1 ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM AREA, HOLLAND. Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore Amsterdam on your own. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers. (D) Day 2 AMSTERDAM AREA. For centuries, this tiny nation of seafaring traders played a leading role in world history. It reclaimed 40% of its territory from the hostile sea, and produces a healthy agricultural surplus in the midst of Europe s most densely populated area yet Holland manages to remain quaint and scenic. Your day begins with sightseeing with a Local Guide pointing out the city highlights. Later, see the city from a different perspective on the CANAL CRUISE. Watch skilled craftsmen cut and polish precious stones at a DIAMOND CENTER. Time in the afternoon to explore on your own or to join an optional excursion. (B) Day 3 AMSTERDAM AREA AALSMEER/ KEUKENHOF THE HAGUE DELFT ROTTERDAM. Begin your day with a visit to the fascinating AALSMEER FLOWER AUCTION or, from April to mid May, when the tulips bloom, see some of the 7 million flowers on your visit to world-famous KEUKENHOF, one of the world s largest flower gardens (weather permitting). Carry on to historic Delft for a visit of the famous ROYAL DELFT POTTERY FACTORY. See how this precious pottery is made and marvel at its magnificent collection of hand-painted earthenware. Continue on to Rotterdam, the world s busiest port to marvel at the city s futuristic architecture. (B) Day 4 ROTTERDAM GROESBEEK ARNHEM AREA. Today is all about recent history. Visit Groesbeek, where Allied forces launched Operation Market Garden during WWII, the largest airborne battle in history and the only major Allied defeat of the northwest Europe campaign. Also explore the NATIONAL LIBERATION MUSEUM, which commemorates Holland s occupation and liberation during the war. Next is Arnhem, site of the disastrous Battle of Arnhem, where you will see John Frost Bridge, named for the commander of the British forces that held the bridge for four days. Enjoy time on your own to do some independent exploring. (B,D) Day 5 ARNHEM AREA APELDOORN STAPHORST GRONINGEN. Enjoy a guided visit of the 17th-century ROYAL PALACE OF HET LOO with its enchanting Dutch Baroque gardens. Continue to the rustic town of Staphorst, dating back to the 13th century when monks began cultivating the area s bogs and swamps. Inhabitants today still live according to strict Calvinist principles, and Staphorst boasts one of the highest church attendance rates in the country. Spend the night in the provincial capital of Groningen. (B) 6

7 LEISURELY ON THE GO Day 6 GRONINGEN ZAANSE SCHANS VOLENDAM AMSTERDAM AREA. Explore Groningen this morning, an important trade center in the 13th century that today is hailed as the World Cycling City. Later, enjoy a scenic drive through the lovely Frisian Lake District. Cross over the 19-mile Barrier Dam, which is part of an incredible system of 1,200 miles of dikes, dams, and dunes built over the last 900 years to protect the part of Holland that is below sea level. Visit a renowned wooden clog and Dutch cheese workshop in Zaanse Schans. Continue to the fishing village of Volendam, then arrive back in Amsterdam to enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) Day 7 AMSTERDAM AREA. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B) TOUR 4820 DATES & PRICES US$ 0408 Sat 08 Apr Fri 14 Apr Sat 15 Apr Fri 21 Apr Sat 22 Apr Fri 28 Apr Sat 29 Apr Fri 05 May Sat 06 May Fri 12 May Sat 27 May Fri 02 Jun Sat 03 Jun Fri 09 Jun Sat 24 Jun Fri 30 Jun Sat 01 Jul Fri 07 Jul Sat 29 Jul Fri 04 Aug Sat 05 Aug Fri 11 Aug Sat 26 Aug Fri 01 Sep Sat 02 Sep Fri 08 Sep Sat 16 Sep Fri 22 Sep Sat 23 Sep Fri 29 Sep Sat 30 Sep Fri 06 Oct Sat 07 Oct Fri 13 Oct 1099 Amsterdam* End Amsterdam Amsterdam* End Amsterdam Amsterdam* End Amsterdam Pricing is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement: $300 No triple room reduction -only prices shown in US Dollars. 7

8 AN ICELANDIC ADVENTURE TOUR days from Keflavik to Reykjavik Priced From $ 1,719US YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION REYKJAVIK Fosshotel Lind (ST) GRUNDARFJORDUR Hotel Framnes (T) AKUREYRI AREA Hotel Nordurland (ST) BORGARFJOROUR Fosshotel Reykholt (ST) TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Sightseeing: In Reykjavik Blue Lagoon, Farmhouse of Erik the Red, Thingvellir National Park, Skogar, and Eyrarbakki village. Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges when applicable. Transportation: Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach Meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners Day 1 BLUE LAGOON REYKJAVIK. Fly to Keflavik where you will be met by our representative. En route to your hotel, enjoy an included visit to the Blue Lagoon, a unique oasis-like pool and spa set in a large lava field edged by black sand beaches and brimming with geothermally heated sea water. Enjoy a relaxing dip in the warm, mineral-rich waters, which are thought to aid relaxation and relieve stress, whilst the white silica mud cleanses, tones and revitalises. The lagoon is fed by wells up to 2000 metres deep and reaches temperatures up to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. We then take a short sightseeing tour around Reykjavik where you will travel past Hallgrímskirkja- Church, along the city pond to Lækjargata, into the heart of the capital city. We continue to the fishing harbour, past the Lutheran and Catholic cathedrals, the City Hall and the Icelandic Parliament, the Althingi. Note: It is advisable to pack a swimsuit in your hand luggage or within easy access of main luggage for use on arrival at the Blue Lagoon. Towels are included in the admission. Day 2 REYKJAVIK SNAEFELLSNES GRUNDARFJORDUR. Journey through richly fertile farmlands to the steep cliff stacks of Snaefellsnes Peninsula for a drive along the uniquely beautiful coastal road, overlooked by the Snaefellsjokull glacier made famous by Jules Verne in his novel Journey to the Centre of the Earth. Enjoy plenty of stops to admire the cape s incredible natural wonders, including the harbour village of Arnastapi - for a walk along the cove to hear hundreds of seabirds singing, and the dramatic black basalt beach of Djúpálónssandur, before heading to Grundarfjördur for one night. (B,D) Day 3 GRUNDARFJORDUR STYKKISHOLMUR AKUREYRI. Admire Iceland s irrepressible beauty as you drive through a landscape of glorious green pastures and ancient crooked lava flows. Pass the colourfully picturesque harbour town of Stykkishólmur and journey amidst the rolling hills of Haukadalur Valley to the replica farmhouse of Erik the Red, significant in Viking history as the site from which Erik and his descendants first sailed to Greenland and Canada, for an included visit. This afternoon, head deep into the blissful Skagafjördur Valley, known as the Valley of the Horses, before driving to Akureyri, the largest town in northern Iceland, for two nights. (B) Day 4 LAKE MYVATN. Visit Godafoss, the waterfall of the gods, before heading to the startling yet splendid volcanic vistas of Myvatn. Drive along the lakeshore, admiring the placid waters and abundant wildlife, before stopping at Skútustadir for a closer look at some intriguing volcanic pseudocraters. Next head to Dimmu Borgir s striking dark city, a dried up lakebed pierced by crooked yet haunting beautiful lava spires, before visiting the bubbling mud pools at Námaskard. Lastly, venture to the lake s true hot spot, Krafla, where volcanic eruptions have left the black, fissured landscape pocked with the brooding ochre glow of subterranean lava and dramatically veiled with swirling steam. (B) Day 5 AKUREYRI REYKHOLT. Drive to the spectacular geothermal hot springs at Deildartunguhver. Amongst the most powerful in the world, the springs are channelled through vents to 8

9 LEISURELY ON THE GO heat farms and villages up to 60km away. Next, head to the appealing smoky hill hamlet of Reykholt, set in a sweeping valley backed by dusky mountains and formerly home to the famed Icelandic writer Snorri Sturluson, before visiting the fascinating lava waterfall at Hraunfossar. Watch in awe as clear, fresh water seemingly appears from the solid lava field before coursing down to mix with the glacial river water below. Later, stroll along the river shore to Barnafoss waterfall, where the glacial cascade has carved out eccentric rock formations, before returning to Reykholt for one night. (B,D) Day 6 REYKHOLT THINGVELLIR GEYSIR GULLFOSS REYKJAVIK. Today, visit some of Iceland s most spectacular sights. Begin in Thingvellir National Park, a rift valley produced by drifting continental plates and home to one of Iceland s most important historical sites, the old parliament, where the national assembly was founded in 930 AD to rule the country. Next, head to the fascinating geyser area to admire the clear, sapphire blue pool of Geysir and watch mesmerizing steam pillars erupt from the earth s geothermal vents. Reaching 30m in height, the mightiest plumes erupt from Strokkur every 5-10 minutes. Later, view the magnificent 70m plunging cascade of Gullfoss - the Golden Waterfall, set against a backdrop of towering basalt columns, before heading to Reykjavik. (B) Day 7 SOUTH SHORE REYKJAVIK. Explore the South Shore today including the graceful, ribbonlike waterfall of Seljalandsfoss and the awesome 60m cascade of Skógafoss waterfall. Visit the tiny settlement of Skogar, to admire turf-clad homesteads and perhaps view the delightful folk museum before continuing to the seaside village of Vik, where a lunar-like landscape of black sand beaches and surreal rock stacks is home to wildlife such as puffins, which are usually found in the summer, and seal colonies. Later, marvel at the beauty of the crisp ice of the Sólheimajökull glacier ice-wall and enjoy a visit to Eyrarbakki village before heading back to Reykjavik. (B,D) Day 8 REYKJAVIK. Your holiday ends this morning with breakfast. (B) TOUR 7560 DATES & PRICES US$ Keflavik* 05-Mar Mar-2017 $ Apr Apr-2017 $ May May-2017 $1789 Pricing is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement: $254-$486 No triple room reduction End Reykjavik End Reykjavik Keflavik* End Reykjavik 05-Nov Nov-2017 $1759 Keflavik* 11-Jun Jun-2017 $ Sep Sep-2017 $ Oct Oct-2017 $1589 -only prices shown in US Dollars. 9

10 BEST of the BALTIC STATES TOUR days from Vilnius to Trakai Priced From $ 1,179US YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION VILNIUS Radisson Lietuva (SF) SIGULDA Aparjods (F) TALLINN Radisson Olumpia (F) RIGA Radisson Latvija (SF) TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Sightseeing: In Vilnius, Tallinn, Riga, Trakai, Turaida Castle, Kadriorg Art Museum, Museum of Ethnography, and the castle museum of Trakai. Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges when applicable. Transportation: Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach Meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners Day 1 VILNIUS. Fly to Vilnius where you will check-in to your hotel. (D) Day 2 VILNIUS SIGULDA. A treat is in store today as you are introduced to this UNESCO World Heritage Site on a walking tour which starts in the Old Town. Here you ll find a maze of beautiful winding narrow streets which boast a variety of architectural styles from Gothic to Baroque. Some of the sightseeing highlights include the Cathedral, St Anne s Church, the Gate of Dawn with its chapel and the painting of the Blessed Virgin Mary. There ll also be time to take in the Market Square, a striking meeting point in the middle of the city. After lunch in Vilnius, depart for Sigulda in Latvia for one night. (B,L,D) Day 3 SIGULDA TURAIDA TALLINN. Located in the heart of the Gauja National Park, Rigulda is home to a selection medieval castles and is set amidst some mesmerising scenery made up of elegant hills, valleys and dramatic cliffs, which has inspired its comparison to Switzerland. Next is a sightseeing tour of TURAIDA CASTLE before departing for Tallinn for one night, but not before a short stop in Parnu, a colourful Estonian coastal town. (B,L,D) Day 4 TALLINN. Today it s all about discovering medieval Tallinn, another fascinating city on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Known as museum town, Tallinn has preserved many features of the 15th century trading city that it started life as and shows off many fine and well-preserved buildings, including the Hanseatic Merchant houses at its heart. Key sights on your tour today include the Dome Hill, the Dome Cathedral, the Town Hall and St Nicholas Church. Lunch at a city centre restaurant is followed by a visit to the KADRIORG ART MUSEUM which is home to an array of wonderful pieces of art. This former palace was built for Catherine I of Russia by Peter the Great. (B,L,D) Day 5 TALLINN RIGA. After breakfast it s time to leave Tallinn for the Latvian capital of Riga for two nights, arriving in time for lunch. The afternoon is spent on a sightseeing tour of this, one of the biggest capitals in the Baltic States. Riga, situated on the mouth of the Daugava once belonged to the Hanseatic League, a powerful economic and political alliance formed in the 14th century. Today the city is known for its Gothic, Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture with stunning examples seemingly everywhere you turn. Your tour highlights include the Old Town, university, opera and the charming cathedral. (B,L,D) 10

11 LEISURELY ON THE GO Day 6 RIGA JURMALA RIGA. Today starts with a drive to Jurmala, famous for its wonderful Art Nouveau wooden architecture and Blue Flag beaches on a quite stunning part of coast stretching for 20 miles. Between the Gulf of Riga and the Lielupe River, Jurmala is the largest resort town in the Baltics and has gained a reputation as a health spa. Lunch in the city centre is followed by a visit to the MUSEUM OF ETHNOGRAPHY before returning to Riga. (B,L,D) Day 7 RIGA RUNDALE SIAULIAI VILNIUS. Leave Riga en route to Rundale, a city famous for its splendid Baroque Palace built in as the summer residence of the Duke Ernst Johann of Courland. The Palace was regarded as the Latvian counterpart to the Versailles in France and the Sans Souci in Germany. Next stop is Siauliai for lunch. This is an important religious centre and home to the pilgrimage site, the Hill of Crosses which is on the UNESCO Heritage list. Over the centuries, not only crosses but giant crucifixes, carvings of Lithuanian patriots, statues of the Virgin Mary and thousands of tiny effigies and rosaries have been brought here by Catholic pilgrims. It s estimated that there are nearly 200,000 crosses on the mountain. The day ends in Vilnius for your final night. (B,L,D) Day 8 VILNIUS TRAKAI. This morning depart for the peaceful small town of Trakai, the former capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. A sightseeing tour of this absolutely amazing location is included and you can marvel at the lakeside setting and the red brick castle on Galve Lake; a sight you won t quickly forget. The CASTLE MUSEUM of Trakai offers an exhibition of the history of Lithuania and its prehistoric origins. As you go through the castle s main gates it will feel like entering a fairytale with a spectacular view of the picturesque surrounding area. Hear about the fascinating stories and legends that bring this ancient site alive. Your holiday ends with lunch. (B,L) TOUR 7570 DATES & PRICES US$ Vilnius* End Trakai 07-Jun Jun-2017 $ Jun Jun-2017 $1179 Vilnius* End Trakai 06-Sep Sep-2017 $ Sep Sep-2017 $1179 Pricing is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement: $262 Triple rooms are not available -only prices shown in US Dollars. 11

12 DISCOVER NORTHERN CYPRUS TOUR days from Ercan to Ercan Priced From $ 749US YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION FAMAGUSTA Salamis Bay Conti (F) KYRENIA Bellapais Monastery Village (F) TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Sightseeing: Monastery of Barnabas, Monastery of Apostolo Vamavas, St Andrew monastery, Walking tour of Nicosia Historical Centre, Pottery workshop, St Hilarion Castle, Abbey of Bellapais, the Abbey of Peace, and St Mamas Monastery. Inside visits as shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable. Scenic Highlights: Famagusta, Karpaz Peninsula, Kantara Castle, Nicosia the capital of Cyprus, Kyrenia, Kyrenia Gate, Ottoman caravanserai, Selimiye Mosque, Covered market, Kyrenia Mountains, Kyrenian coastline, Güzelyurt, Ancient city of Soli. Guides: English-speaking guide on tour Transportation: Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach Meals: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners Day 1 ARRIVE ERCAN (NORTHERN CYPRUS) FAMAGUSTA. Check-in to your hotel for a three night stay. (D) Day 2 FAMAGUSTA SALAMIS FAMAGUSTA. Begin today with visits to the MONASTERY OF BARNABAS and the museum at the MONASTERY OF APOSTOLO VAMAVAS before heading to the ancient city of Salamis. With its vast marble columns surrounding a gymnasium pool and baths, Salamis is a fantastic example of what life may have been like centuries ago. Later, return to Famagusta, a city laced with a warren of small shops selling local produce from silver and copperware to ceramics and fresh fruits. (B, L, D) Day 3 FAMAGUSTA KARPAZ PENINSULA KANTARA CASTLE FAMAGUSTA. Venture to the island s north-eastern tip today and the Karpaz Peninsula - also known as the panhandle of Cyprus. Owing to its unique flora and fauna, the region has been declared a protected natural reserve. Enjoy views of spectacular golden beaches and perhaps meet the wild donkeys on the way. Later, visit ST ANDREW MONASTERY, an extremely important site for Greek Orthodox pilgrims, before driving through idyllic countryside to Kantara Castle. This crusader castle, 630m above sea level, was built in the Middle Ages to protect the island from enemy attacks. From here, there are splendid views over the peninsula. (B, L, D) Day 4 FAMAGUSTA NICOSIA KYRENIA. Nicosia, Lefkosa in Turkish, is the capital of Cyprus and the island s biggest city. Nicosia is also the last divided capital in Europe, since the fall of the Berlin wall. Admire the city s oriental charm during a WALKING TOUR of the historical centre and explore sites such as Kyrenia Gate, the Ottoman caravanserai, Selimiye Mosque and the covered market. There is free time to explore the city s two sides (Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot) at leisure before visiting a POTTERY WORKSHOP, where professional artists reproduce Bronze Age items. Later, continue to Kyremia for four nights. (B, L, D) Day 5 KYRENIA. Today is free for you to relax and enjoy Kyrenia. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to Paphos, which used to be the Roman administrative capital of Cyprus. Paphos boasts some of the most important and impressive archaeological sites on the island including many UNESCO World Heritage sites. (B, D) 12

13 LEISURELY ON THE GO Day 6 KYRENIA. Visit two of the island s great castles today. First, take in the unique ST HILARION CASTLE set some 2000 feet above sea level. Doubtlessly the largest fortress of the island, its location up Kyrenia Mountains offers a breath-taking panoramic view over the Kyrenian coastline. St Hilarion Castle is a crusader castle but is known for having inspired Walt Disney s Snow White Castle. Next, continue to the famous ABBEY OF BELLAPAIS, the Abbey of Peace. Built by the Franks on the mountains feet, the whole edifice is a masterpiece of Gothic art. (B, L, D) translates as beautiful country. Visit ST MAMAS MONASTERY, built in the 18th century over the tomb of the saint - said to be the patron saint of tax evaders. Next door, the Güzelyurt archaeology and natural history museum features a remarkable collection of archaeological finds dating back to 8BC. Later, admire exquisite floor mosaics in the ancient city of Soli, whose history dates to 7BC when Solon, a famous philosopher of Hellenistic antiquity, suggested King Philokypros base his capital there. (B, L, D) Day 8 KYRENIA ERCAN. Your holiday ends this morning with breakfast. (B). Day 7 KYRENIA WEST COAST KYRENIA. Located in a fertile alluvial plain, the region of Güzelyurt (or Morphou) on the west coast is often called the Fruit garden of Cyprus. The Turkish word Güzelyurt TOUR 7580 DATES & PRICES US$ Ercan* 15-Mar Mar-2017 $ Apr Apr-2017 $ May May-2017 $ May May-2017 $829 Pricing is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement: $102-$125 No triple room reduction Ercan* 07-Jun Jun-2017 $ Jun Jun-2017 $ Sep Sep-2017 $ Oct Oct-2017 $829 Ercan* 18-Oct Oct-2017 $ Nov Nov-2017 $ Nov Nov-2017 $749 End Ercan End Ercan End Ercan -only prices shown in US Dollars. 13

14 COAST & CITIES of CROATIA TOUR days from Dubrovnik to Dubrovnik Priced From $ 1,019US YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION DUBROVNIK Ivka (F) SPLIT President (F) ZADAR Pinija (F) ZAGREB Panorama (MF) PLITVICE Park Otocac (SF) TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Sightseeing: Dubrovnik Old Town, Rector s Palace, Franciscan Monastery, Roman Palace of Diocletian, Plitvice Lakes National Park. Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges when applicable. Transportation: Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach Meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 dinners Day 1 DUBROVNIK. Fly to Dubrovnik and check-in to your hotel. If time allows, get a taster of walled Dubrovnik Old Town or relax at your hotel ready for your explorations tomorrow. This evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel. (D) Day 2 DUBROVNIK SPLIT. After breakfast at your hotel, set off on a guided morning sightseeing tour of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik Old Town, sometimes referred to as the Pearl of the Adriatic. Admire the green-shuttered stone townhouses, delve into the cobbled lanes and hidden squares, and stretch your legs along the beautiful Stradun - the old city s central, marble-paved street. Visit the RECTOR S PALACE and FRANCISCAN MONASTERY, with its historic Pharmacy, and admire Dubrovnik Cathedral, an impress Baroque basilica with origins dating to the days of Richard the Lionheart. Afterward, hop inside your air-conditioned coach and soak up the epic scenery of the Adriatic Coast and Neretva River delta on an afternoon drive to Split, where you stay overnight. (B,D) Day 3 SPLIT TROGIR ZADAR. This morning, enjoy a guided tour of history-steeped Split, Croatia s second-largest city. Explore the wonderful UNESCOlisted gem that is the Roman Palace of DIOCLETIAN: meandering through the maze-like lanes and squares of this former Roman fortress, imperial residence and walled town built between the 3rd and 4th centuries. Marvel at the Peristyle, the palace s central courtyard, see the Cathedral, and take in the stunning remains of the Temple of Jupiter as your guide unravels the stories behind the palacecombined-town and Diocletian, the Roman Emperor who commissioned its construction. Having explored here, rejoin your coach and travel to Trogir, a pictureperfect medieval harbour town. Admire the imposing St Lawrence Cathedral before travelling to Zadar, a pretty coastal city crammed onto a small Adriatic peninsula, for an overnight stay. (B,D) Day 4 ZADAR ZAGREB. This morning brings a fascinating guided tour of Zadar, best known for its Roman and Venetian ruins, including several Venetian town gates. Walk around the crumbled walls, columns and streets of the Roman Forum, and see its famous Pillar of Shame, where medieval wrongdoers were pilloried, and neighbouring, circular St Donatus Church, home to two columns from the forum. This afternoon, depart for Croatia s capital, Zagreb for a one-night stay. (B,D) Day 5 ZAGREB PLITVICE. Today, start with a morning city tour of Zagreb, where handsome 18th and 19th century Austro-Hungarian architecture meshes with communist-era monoliths, medieval landmarks and a vibrant culture. With your guide, 14

15 LEISURELY ON THE GO park is famed for its 16 terraced, luminous-blue lakes linked by rushing waterfalls and dotted with natural caves. Enjoy a guided tour and free time to explore, perhaps looking out for the rich array of wildlife and bird species that make this idyllic place home. Afterward, return to your hotel near the park for dinner and overnight. (B,D) explore the charming, fortified Upper Town to see splendid, twin-spired Zagreb Cathedral, St Mark s Church with its colourfully tiled roof, the handsome Croatian National Theatre, the University and other highlights. Later, relax on an afternoon drive south to Plitvice, home to the spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park. (B,D) Day 6 PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK. After breakfast, grab your camera for a full day of exploring in the breath-taking UNESCO World Heritage site that is Croatia s Plitvice Lakes National Park. Considered one of Europe s natural jewels, this densely forested Day 7 PLITVICE TRILJ DUBROVNIK. Leave Plitvice for Dubrovnik this morning and admire the views as you head to Trilj, a picturesque inland town with Roman roots, and drive along the scenic valley of the Cetina River. On arrival in Dubrovnik, get a little free time and dinner at your hotel this evening. (B,D) Day 8 DUBROVNIK. Your holiday ends this morning with breakfast. (B). TOUR 7510 DATES & PRICES US$ Dubrovnik* 07-May May-2017 $ May May-2017 $ May May-2017 $ Jun Jun-2017 $ Jun Jun-2017 $ Jun Jun-2017 $1019 Pricing is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement: $324 Triple rooms are subject to availability Dubrovnik* 02-Jul Jul-2017 $ Jul Jul-2017 $ Aug Aug-2017 $ Aug Aug-2017 $ Aug Sep-2017 $ Sep Sep-2017 $1079 Dubrovnik* 10-Sep Sep-2017 $ Sep Sep-2017 $ Sep Oct-2017 $1079 End Dubrovnik End Dubrovnik End Dubrovnik -only prices shown in US Dollars. 15

16 BEST of BRAZIL TOUR days from Rio de Janeiro to Manaus Priced From $ 2,269US YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION RIO DE JANEIRO Windsor Plaza Copacabana (F) SALVADOR Sheraton da Bahia (F) MANAUS Tropical Manaus (MD) AMAZON LODGE Ecopark Jungle Lodge (BA) TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Sightseeing: In Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Manaus, and the Amazon. Inside visits as shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable. Scenic Highlights: Corcovado, Salvador, Manaus Opera House, and the Amazon rainforest. Guides: Local Guides for sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Manaus, and the Amazon; services of a professional Tour Director. Transportation: Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while touring. Meals: 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners Day 1 RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL. Welcome to spectacular Rio de Janeiro, home to white-sand beaches nestled between mountains and sea. Settle into your hotel and meet your Tour Director, who will have pointers for your free-time exploration. Day 2 RIO DE JANEIRO. Sprawling between majestic granite peaks and the blue South Atlantic, Rio is a city of beauty, wonder, and energy. Guided sightseeing begins with a drive along Rio s famed Leblon, Ipanema, and Copacabana Beaches. Take the cog railway 2,300 feet up to the summit of CORCOVADO to view the infamous Christ the Redeemer statue and 360-degree views of the surrounding tropical forests, pristine beaches, and panoramic views of the bustling city and Guanabara Bay. Your afternoon is free to explore on your own. Perhaps join an optional excursion to a nearby favela for a glimpse into the life of these colorful communities that nearly 25% of the people call home. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a welcome dinner at a local churrascaria, serving prime meats, seafood, and fish. Following dinner, perhaps opt for a folklore and Carnival show that includes a lively and colorful extravaganza of spectacular costumes, talented dancers, and the hot beat of the Brazilian Samba rhythm. (B,D) Day 3 RIO DE JANEIRO. A free day in marvelous Rio lets you relax on one of the beaches or take an optional excursion to the historic city of Petropolis to see the former summer palace of Emperor Pedro II. (B) Day 4 RIO DE JANEIRO SALVADOR. A morning flight takes you to Salvador, situated on a peninsula overlooking Todos los Santos Bay. Brazilians often refer to Salvador as the of Happiness because life here is a constant celebration of happiness. (B) Day 5 SALVADOR. On your guided sightseeing tour, learn why many think of Salvador as the Soul of Brazil. Serving as the first capital of Brazil between 1549 and 1763, Salvador is a melting pot of European, African, and Amerindian cultures. Discover this UNESCO World Heritage Site on a walking tour through the Pelourinho district in the Upper City. View the district s well-preserved 17th- and 18th-century buildings, representing some of the finest colonial architecture in all of the Americas. Visits include the 17th-century Jesuit CATHEDRAL and the baroque CHURCH OF ST. FRANCIS with its intricately carved gold-leafed rosewood interior, fine paintings, and sculptures. (B) Day 6 SALVADOR. Today is free to explore on your own; possibly visit the Mercado Modelo, a must for securing wonderful souvenirs and experiencing the true Bahian life. (B) Day 7 SALVADOR MANAUS. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Manaus, the capital of the Amazonas region. Located in the dense Amazon Jungle area on the Rio Negro, Manaus preserves images of its opulent past when it became a rubber boomtown and is still a major port even 1,000 miles inland! Your city tour features sites from Manaus glorious past at the turn of the century. See the downtown area, including São Sebastião Square, Palácio Rio Negro, the Customs House, and the cathedral. A highlight of your tour is a visit of the famous OPERA HOUSE, made almost 16

17 LEISURELY ON THE GO entirely from European materials and completed in 1896 after 15 years of construction. Also visit a LOCAL MARKET, humming with locals selling anything from fruit to rubber. (B) Day 8 MANAUS AMAZON JUNGLE. Depart Manaus this morning and head into the Amazon rainforest and your Amazon lodge on the banks of the Rio Negro. Sail up the river to visit an AMAZON NATIVE CABOCLO VILLAGE to see what life is like on the banks of the Amazon River and to learn about their traditions, costumes, and culture. After lunch, enjoy a Naturalist-guided WALK to see the flora and fauna that thrive in the Amazon. This evening, venture back out on canoe with your Naturalist to appreciate the sounds of the jungle at night and to look for small alligators and other night creatures. (B,L,D) Day 9 AMAZON JUNGLE. Floating past the clustered huts of locals living on the banks of the river, cruise down the Rio Negro to the MEETING OF THE WATERS. Marvel at the confluence of the dark-colored Rio Negro and the light chocolate-colored Rio Solimões, where the two rivers come together to form the mighty Amazon River that runs all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. For four miles, these two bodies of water flow side by side before they mix together. Later, disembark at a JUNGLE ISLAND (water level permitting) with fascinating native flora and fauna, where you will have lunch before returning to your lodge. This afternoon provides another opportunity to discover the Amazon with your Naturalist. (B,L,D) Day 10 AMAZON JUNGLE. This morning, visit the MONKEY JUNGLE RESERVE, where researchers work to rehabilitate primates, like spider, squirrel, woolly, and capuchin monkeys, and to reintroduce them to the jungle. This is your chance to get up close to the monkey denizens of the rainforest! This afternoon, depart the lodge by canoe and try your hand at piranha fishing. (B,L,D) Day 11 AMAZON JUNGLE MANAUS. This morning after breakfast, transfer to Manaus for your return flights home. (B) TOUR 1500 DATES & PRICES US$ 0209 Thu 09 Feb Sun 19 Feb Thu 23 Mar Sun 02 Apr Thu 06 Apr Sun 16 Apr Thu 25 May Sun 04 Jun Thu 21 Sep Sun 01 Oct Thu 05 Oct Sun 15 Oct Thu 19 Oct Sun 29 Oct Thu 16 Nov Sun 26 Nov Thu 25 Jan Sun 04 Feb Thu 22 Feb Sun 04 Mar Thu 08 Mar Sun 18 Mar Thu 22 Mar Sun 01 Apr Thu 29 Mar Sun 08 Apr 2399 Rio de Janeiro* End Manaus Rio de Janeiro* End Manaus Rio de Janeiro* End Manaus Pricing is based on double occupancy. Dates and prices do not include air travel. Please check with your travel consultant for updated costs. Single room supplement: $735 Triple rooms are available at no reduction -only prices shown in US Dollars. 17

18 SIMPLY VIETNAM TOUR days from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh Priced From $ 1,949US YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION HANOI Moevenpick Hotel Hanoi (MD) HA LONG BAY La Vela Classic (MF) HOI AN Essence Hoi An Hotel (SF) HUE Indochine Palace (MF) HO CHI MINH Pullman Saigon Centre Hotel (SF) CAN THO Victoria Resort (SF) CAMBODIA EXTENSION: PHNOM PENH Sunway Hotel (F) SIEM REAP Angkor Century (F) CAMBODIA & LAOS EXTENSION: PHNOM PENH Sunway Hotel (F) SIEM REAP Angkor Century (F) LUANG PRABANG Santi Resort & Spa (MF) TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Sightseeing: In Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City. Inside visits as shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable. Scenic Highlights: Ha Long Bay, Thu Bon River, Mekong Delta Guides: Services of a professional Tour Director Transportation: Private, deluxe, air-conditioned motorcoach while touring Meals: 13 Breakfasts, 9 lunches, 6 dinners Day 1 HANOI, VIETNAM. Welcome to Vietnam s capital city, an attractive, laidback city with charming French-Colonial-style buildings. Day 2 HANOI. Today s included sightseeing tour takes you to many of the city s highlights, including the TEMPLE OF LITERATURE, a peaceful series of walled courtyards and gateways, and ONE PILLAR PAGODA, designed to resemble a lotus blossom. You will also see Ho Chi Minh s stilt house, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the fascinating network of alleyways and shop houses that make up the Old Quarter. (B,L,D) Day 3 HANOI. Today s full-day excursion begins with a drive through the tranquil countryside to CHUA THAY PAGODA, home to an ancient stage where it is believed the first water puppet show was performed. Later, admire the carved wooden roof and unique architectural shape of TAY PHUONG, one of Vietnam s first pagodas. (B,L) Day 4 HANOI HA LONG BAY CRUISE. Drive to Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam s favorite destinations, and board your CRUISE. After lunch, set sail through the dramatic limestone islands. Explore the Sung Sot (Surprising Cave) grotto before visiting Luon Cave by rowing boat. Anchor in a secluded lagoon overnight. (B,L,D) NOTE: An overnight bag is recommended for your Halong Bay cruise. Day 5 HA LONG BAY HANOI DANANG HOI AN. Continue cruising this morning. Visit Titov, one of the most beautiful beaches in the bay, where you can climb 400 steps to be rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view. Disembark late this morning, and journey back to Hanoi to board your flight to Danang, Vietnam s fourth-largest city. Upon arrival, drive to the charming town of Hoi An. (B,L,D) Day 6 HOI AN. today with a leisurely WALKING TOUR, taking in sites such as the JAPANESE COVERED BRIDGE and the SA HUYNH MUSEUM with its early Hoi An history. This afternoon, CRUISE on the Thu Bon River, passing unspoiled countryside. (B,L,D) Day 7 HOI AN. Today is free to further explore the quaint streets of Hoi An. Perhaps take a cooking class, visit a spa, or simply stroll the shops and galleries of this unique little town. (B) Day 8 HOI AN DANANG HUE. Journey back to Danang and visit the CHAM MUSEUM. Continue through spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) to the imperial walled city of Hue. Here, visit the FORBIDDEN PURPLE CITY, modeled after Beijing s famed Forbidden CIty. During your visit, you will see Thai Hoa Palace, the Halls of the Mandarins, and the Nine Dynastic Urns. (B,L,D) 18

19 LEISURELY ON THE GO Day 9 HUE HO CHI MINH CITY. Begin today with a BOAT TRIP on the Perfume River to the pretty THIEN MU PAGODA, made up of seven tiers, each dedicated to a step assumed by Buddha to reach enlightenment. Continue up the river to the IMPERIAL TOMB OF MINH MANG, a majestic complex of courtyards, pavilions, and temples in a beautiful setting. Later, fly to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam s largest and most vibrant city, packed with timeless traditions. (B,L) Day 10 HO CHI MINH CITY. Today s sightseeing tour takes in Dong Khoi Street, the main shopping thoroughfare, NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL, and the CENTRAL POST OFFICE. Afterward, visit the REUNIFICATION PALACE, the WAR REMNANTS MUSEUM, JADE EMPEROR PAGODA, as well as the Cholon Chinese district. (B,L) Day 11 HO CHI MINH CITY. CU CHI TUNNELS EXCURSION. Today, visit the CU CHI TUNNELS, an extraordinaty network of tunnels more than 120 miles long that was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout and secret village during the war. See secret trapdoors, TOUR 2710 DATES & PRICES underground kitchens, living areas, and meeting rooms. If you are feeling adventurous, you may enter and explore the deep, narrow tunnels. (B) Day 12 HO CHI MINH CAN THO. Journey south to Cai Be, known for its large floating markets, and board a SAMPAN for an introduction to life on the Mekong River. Continue across the upper reaches of the river to a maze of tributaries and fruit plantations before ending at Vinh Long. Later, travel to the Mekong Delta s economic hub city of Can Tho. (B,L,D) Day 13 CAN THO HO CHI MINH. This morning, enjoy a CRUISE to Cai Rang and sail through the colorful floating market where the locals jostle for space to sell their wares. Return to Can Tho for lunch on your own before returning to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon. (B) Day 14 HO CHI MINH. Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B) US$ Hanoi End Ho Chi Minh City 0225 Sat 25 Feb Fri 10 Mar Sat 11 Mar Fri 24 Mar Sat 08 Apr Fri 21 Apr Sat 29 Apr Fri 12 May Sat 13 May Fri 26 May 1949 Hanoi End Ho Chi Minh City 0826 Sat 26 Aug Fri 08 Sep Sat 09 Sep Fri 22 Sep Sat 23 Sep Fri 06 Oct Sat 07 Oct Fri 20 Oct Sat 21 Oct Fri 03 Nov 1949 Hanoi End Ho Chi Minh City 1104 Sat 04 Nov Fri 17 Nov Sat 18 Nov Fri 01 Dec Sat 16 Dec Fri 29 Dec 1949 EXTEND YOUR VACATION TO CAMBODIA (2715 / 2720) Pricing is based on double occupancy. Dates and prices do not include air travel. Please check with your travel consultant for updated costs. Single room supplement: $820 Triple rooms are not available -only prices shown in US Dollars. 19

20 A CHINA EXPERIENCE TOUR days from Shanghai to Beijing Priced From $ 1,349US YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION SHANGHAI Regal Shanghai East Asia Hotel (F) XI AN Grand New World Hotel (SF) BEIJING Grand Gongda Jianguo Hotel (F) HONG KONG EXTENSION Prince Hotel, Hong Kong (SF) TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Sightseeing: In Shanghai, Xi an, and Beijing. Inside visits as shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable. Scenic Highlights: Wuzhen water town, the Bund, Tang Dynasty show, Great Wall of China Guides: Services of a professional Tour Director Transportation: Private, deluxe, air-conditioned motorcoach while touring Meals: 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners Day 1 SHANGHAI, CHINA. Welcome to Shanghai, China s largest city and center of trade. Join your Tour Director and traveling companions for dinner this evening. (D) Day 2 SHANGHAI. WUZHEN EXCURSION. Visit the ancient water town of WUZHEN and take a leisurely stroll to soak up the atmosphere of this centuries-old Chinese town. Home to an intricate system of canals, stone bridges, wooden waterside homes, and narrow cobblestone streets, Wuzhen is renowned for its Old World charm and picturesque setting, as well as an abundance of local handicrafts. Return to Shanghai and enjoy a dinner of traditional Shanghai cuisine. (B,L,D) Day 3 SHANGHAI. Sightseeing today includes a stroll through the Old Town and the beautiful YU YUAN GARDENS, a place of peace and tranquility in this bustling city. Visit the SHANGHAI MUSEUM, where superb antiquities and fine arts dating back 6,000 years are on display. Walk along the famous Bund with its colonial architecture, and explore the restored Xintiandi area with its unique 1920s-style Shikumen buildings. You will also visit a SILK MUSEUM. In the evening, enjoy a CRUISE on the panoramic Huangpu River, where the historic Bund and the futuristic Pudong come face to face. (B,L,D) Day 4 SHANGHAI XI AN. Today, fly to Xi an, the former ancient capital. This evening, sample a traditional Shui Jiao dumpling meal, followed by a performance of TANG DYNASTY DANCING. (B,L,D) Day 5 XI AN. One of the largest and wealthiest cities in the world when China dominated the silk trade, Xi an today is an archaeological treasure trove. Sightseeing begins with the enormous tomb of China s first emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi, accidentally discovered by local farmers in Marvel at the legion of TERRACOTTA WARRIORS that has been guarding the burial site for 2,000 years. We also walk along the ANCIENT CITY WALL of Xi an and visit a CERAMIC and LACQUERWARE factory. (B,L,D) Day 6 XI AN BEIJING. Today, visit the renowned SHAANXI HISTORY MUSEUM, home to thousands of cultural relics in bronze, terracotta, gold, and silver. Later, take a WALKING TOUR through the lively Muslim Quarter to explore the Islamic food markets before 20

21 LEISURELY ON THE GO center of politics. Also visit the unique TEMPLE OF HEAVEN and enjoy an amazing CHINESE ACROBAT SHOW in the evening. (B,L,D) flying to Beijing, capital of China. (B,L,D) Day 7 BEIJING. Sightseeing today includes a stroll through TIAN ANMEN SQUARE past Chairman Mao s Mausoleum and to the treasure-filled FORBIDDEN CITY, the largest and best-preserved collection of ancient buildings in China. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it was home to emperors as well as the Day 8 BEIJING. The GREAT WALL OF CHINA once stretched 4,000 miles across China s barren northern terrain from the Bohai Sea to the Gobi Desert. Head north to a village where the Great Wall is well preserved and walk along the wall to enjoy sweeping vistas of this mammoth fortress. Stop at a JADE MUSEUM before returning to Beijing to tour the exquisite SUMMER PALACE, which was constructed as a place of rest and relaxation for ancient royal families, and today serves the same purpose for locals and tourists alike. Your evening meal features the local delicacy: PEKING DUCK. (B,L,D) Day 9 BEIJING. Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B) TOUR 2180 DATES & PRICES US$ Shanghai End Beijing 0424 Mon 24 Apr 02 May Mon 15 May 23 May Mon 05 Jun 13 Jun Mon 26 Jun 04 Jul 1349 Shanghai End Beijing 0807 Mon 07 Aug 15 Aug Mon 21 Aug 29 Aug Mon 04 Sep 12 Sep Mon 18 Sep 26 Sep 1349 Shanghai Pricing is based on double occupancy. Dates and prices do not include air travel. Please check with your travel consultant for updated costs. Single room supplement: $385 Triple rooms are not available End Beijing 1002 Mon 02 Oct 10 Oct Mon 16 Oct 24 Oct Mon 30 Oct 07 Nov 1349 EXTEND YOUR VACATION TO HONG KONG ( DAYS) -only prices shown in US Dollars. 21

22 COSMOS offers a vast SELECTION EUROPE days Discover Northern Cyprus days European Variety days Six Countries, Venice & Paris days A Taste of Europe days Europe s Photo Album days From St. Paul s to St. Peter s days From Rome to London days European Kaleidoscope days European Capitals days Europe s Highlights days Imperial Capitals days Wonders of Europe days Cosmopolitan Europe days The Best of Europe days The Grand European days European Masterpiece days All About Europe days British Panorama days From Dublin to London days Irish Explorer days England, Scotland & Wales days The Best of Britain & Ireland days Grand Tour of Britain & Ireland days The British Isles in Depth days The Best of the Baltic States days An Icelandic Adventure days Viking Explorer days Focus on Scandinavia days Northern Highlights & the Arctic Circle days The Baltic States, Russia & Scandinavia days Russian River Cruise from St. Petersburg to Moscow days Russian River Cruise from Moscow to St. Petersburg days Coast & Cities of Croatia days Discover Saxony days Scenic Slovenia & Croatia days Portrait of Poland days Prague, Vienna & Budapest days Scenic Switzerland by Train days Grand Tour of Switzerland days Highlights of Germany days Alpine Adventure, Bernina & Glacier Express days Treasures of the Balkans & Transylvania days Bohemian Rhapsody days Central Europe days Best of the Netherlands days Discover Provence days Paris, Normandy & the Loire days Secret Treasures of France & Spain days Grand Tour of France days Discover Andalusia days Lisbon, Seville & Madrid days Highlights of Morocco days The Best of Spain & Portugal days Mediterranean Flavors days Grand Tour of Spain days Spain, Portugal & Morocco days The Magic of the Italian Lakes days Tuscany, Rome & Cinque Terre days The Splendors of Italy days Rome, Sorrento & Capri days Sicily Discovery days Italy & Greece days Italy s Best days Italian Showcase days Gems of Italy, France & Spain days Discover Northern Cyprus days The Best of Greece days Grand Tour of Turkey days Greece & the Aegean days Tour & Cruise in Greece & Turkey days Spiritual Highlights of Poland days Spiritual Highlights of Italy days Fatima, Lourdes & Shrines of Spain days Shrines of France & Lourdes days Holy Discovery days Canadian Train Odyssey days Trans-American Adventure days Alaskan Adventure days Alaska & the Yukon days Western Canada by Rail days VIA Rail & the Canadian Rockies days Heart of the Canadian Rockies days The Canadian Rockies days Western Canada with Inside Passage days Highlights of the Canyonlands days Geysers to Glaciers NORTH AMERICA days Western Wonders days National Parks & Canyon Country days Circle of the American West days Western Treasures days Golden West Adventure days Highlights of Route days Elvis & the Southern Sounds days Florida Discovery days Dixieland & Rhythms days The Old South & Florida days Texas the Lone Star State days Historic Trails & Blue Ridge Mountains days New York, Niagara Falls & Washington DC days Cities of the Great East days New England Traditions days Ontario & French Canada days Eastern U.S. & Canada Grand Vacation days Hawaiian Islands days Cuba Discovery days Costa Rica Escape days Mysteries of the Inca Empire days Ecuador: From the Andes to the Amazon SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA days Best of Brazil days The Best of Brazil & Argentina days Brazil, Argentina & Chile Unveiled days Ultimate South America days Brazil, Argentina & Chile Unveiled with Peru days Mexico & our Lady of Guadalupe ASIA days Classic Japan: The Golden Route days A China Experience days Thailand Experience days Journey Through Japan days Simply Vietnam days Captivating China 22 For detailed itinerary, visit

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24 The Globus family of brands is the world s largest escorted travel company with over 460 vacations to 82 countries across six continents. We offer an array of vacations, many throughout the year, all across Europe, North America, Central & South America, Asia, Africa, and the South Pacific. Whether it is a fully escorted vacation, a river cruise, or an independent adventure that you are looking for, the Globus family of brands will be able to meet your style or budget, give insider knowledge, and deliver world-class service with every journey. All of our brands Cosmos, Globus, Monograms, and Avalon Waterways offer an authentic destination experience with an international flavor. You travel the cosmopolitan way with travelers of several nationalities and experienced Tour Directors who show you around like a local and introduce you to regional cuisine. For a complete selection of our vacations, visit our website or contact your travel consultant. CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL CONSULTANT VISIT COSMOSVACATIONS.IN