Legendary Cultures

Boeing 757 Private Jet
We offer educational expeditions that use custom-designed Boeing 757 private jets. With their long-range capabilities and 99 percent reliability rate for operating without mechanical delays, our jets are ideally suited for visiting an incredible variety of far-flung destinations around the world in one expedition. We make use of our flighing time with engaging lectures by distinguished experts, and for some fascinating flightseeing. And we fly only during the day, so that you may have a proper night’s rest in some of the world’s finest hotels. With our newly designed jet for a small group of only 72 travelers, you can enjoy more comfortable seating, more dedicated services and amenities, and unparalleled access to expedition lecturers and staff.

Our specially-outfitted Boeing 757 private jet for 72 travelers offers many special comforts and amenities:

Generously seats 72 passengers in 2x2 configuration instead of the standard 233 seats.

Elegant and plush VIP-class leather seating with 50-52 inches of pitch, 45-degree recline, and ergonomic ecomfort™ foam that reduces pressure and stress.

Onboard education system with 24 flat-screen moniors for onboard seminars and destination-specific movies and documentaries, and a library of destination-specific books and other publications.

Award-winning meal service inspired by the cuisines of the destinations featured in our itinerary.

Noise-canceling headsets, in-seat power outlets and plenty of storage space for laptops, digital cameras, and other personal devices.

A specially-trained flight crew of 2 pilots, an expedition chef, a catering officer, avionics and structural engineers, a dedicated luggage handler, and eight flight attendants, offering one of the highest flight attendant-to-traveler ratios in the business: 1 to 9.

Operated and maintained by the award-winning Thomson Airways, formerly First Choice Airways, based in England.

U.S.A. / LONDON, ENGLAND October 20 & 21.
Depart the U.S. independently via a commercial flight. The next day, meet your fellow travelers and the expedition staff during a gala welcome dinner in London.
The Dorchester

NORWEGIAN SAMILAND October 22
We board our jet and fly to the remote outpost of Karasjok, home of the colorful Sami people and one of the last remaining wilderness areas in Europe. Visit with a Sami family at a reindeer farm, see the local Sami museum, and go to the local parliament and meet with a representative to discuss the political goals of this unique community. Then unwind in a traditional sauna, and enjoy a special fire-roasted dinner and Sami joiking performance.
Rica Hotel Karasjok, Samiland

YEREVAN, ETCHMIADZIN & GARNI, ARMENIA October 23 & 24
Armenia is a rich enclave of Old World Christian culture and history. Its stunning medieval churches and religious relics attest to the region’s brilliance in art and architecture. See some of these treasures at the National Gallery and the Matenadaran Museum; visit the Temple of Garni and share a festive luncheon with villagers; and explore the Mother See of Etchmiadzin—one of the word’s first churches.
Hotel Marriott Armenia, Yerevan

ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA October 25 & 26
Explore the legendary land of Genghis Khan, where the vast expanse of the beautiful steppe and the renowned nomadic lifestyle are inextricably intertwined. Venture into the countryside to meet with a family in a traditional ger dwelling. Explore the Gandan Monastery, tour the National Museum of Mongolian History and the Natural History Museum. In the evening, gather for lavish banquet and special performance of Mongolian throat singing.
Kempinski Hotel Khan Palace, Mongolia

KUNMING & LIJIANG, YUNNAN PROVINCE, CHINA October 27 & 28
Our private jet whisks us to China’s Yunnan Province, one of the most beautiful and ethnically diverse areas of the world. Explore Lijiang’s enchanting network of ancient wooden homes, and meet with a Naxi family, whose culture is known for its matriarchal society, pictographic language, and music. Visit Mu’s Palace, built in the style of the Forbidden City. And, in Kunming, see the fabled Stone Forest, browse the flower market, and join the hustle and bustle of the traditional markets.
Banyan Tree and Kunming Bank Hotel

PAPUA NEW GUINEA HIGHLANDS OR SEPIK RIVER BASIN October 29, 30 & 31
Our private jet takes us to Port Moresby, where we spend the night. The next day, board private local aircraft to venture into the seldom-visited areas of Papua New Guinea. Spend time with the Melpa and Nebilyer tribes in the Western Highlands, or the Huli wigmen in the Southern Highlands, or the various tribes along the Sepik River.
Airways Hotel and Rondon Ridge, Ambua Lodge or Karawari Lodge

HA LONG BAY & HANOI, VIETNAM November 1, 2 & 3
Fly by private jet to Hanoi—a beautiful 1,000-year-old city filled with lakes and parks. Visit Ho Chi Minh’s modest wooden house-on-stilts and the curiously-shaped One Pillared Pagoda built in 1049. Then enjoy a full-day exploration of UNESCO World Heritage site, Ha Long Bay. Enjoy a peaceful cruise in tradition wooden junks among the thousands of towering limestone pillars and floating villages of the bay. Travelers who have previously visited Vietnam may choose alternate excursions, please call for details.
InterContinental Westlake Hanoi

KATHMANDU, NEPAL & THE KINGDOM OF BHUTAN November 4 & 5
Our private jet takes us over the breathtaking spires of the Himalayas to Kathmandu, where we will transfer to local aircraft and fly on to Bhutan, the last independent kingdom in the Himalayas. Visit the great Paro Dzong, home to a monastic community of 200, and meet with the revered Datong Tulku Rinpoche, believed to be a reincarnation of the famous monk Bami Yeshi Yang. At the National Museum, examine the superb collections of textiles, ancient weapons, and classical thangka paintings. Weather permitting, hearty travelers may take the challenging hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
Zhiwa Ling or Uma Paro, Bhutan (Accommodation upgrade is available at Amankora)

THE LOST CITY OF PETRA, JORDAN November 6 & 7
Meet with a leading archeologist who will share insights about the elaborate buildings and tombs carved into sheer rock walls over 2,000 years ago by the Nabataeans. Though their culture has vanished, examples of their marvelous architecture have stood the test of time. Visit a lively Bedouin market and, if you wish, learn traditional cooking techniques in the home of a local Bedouin family, or go horseback riding in the mountains.
Mövenpick Resort, Petra

TIMBUKTU & THE TRIBES OF MALI November 8 & 9
Fly to Mali by private jet and land in Mopti, a bustling port city. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Niger River and meet the local Dogon people, who will treat us to a dazzling masked dance performance. The next day, continue to Timbuktu, the legendary “last stop on Earth” and home to the Tuareg nomads, known as the blue men of the desert.
Relais Kanaga, Mopti


Board our private jet and enjoy a festive farewell party on the return trip to London. From here, travelers can transfer directly to individual commercial flights home, spend a complimentary night at a hotel near their airport, or extend their stay in Europe.

 

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
10/20/2010 - 11/10/2010	$56,950
3/12/2011 - 4/2/2011	$56,950
Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link. Documents TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

Norwegian Samiland’s Sami People

Armenia’s Old World Christian Heritage

Mongolia’s Majestic Steppe & Celebrated Nomads

China’s Naxi People of Yunnan Province

Papua New Guinea’s Melpa & Nebilyer Tribes, Huli Wigmen & Sepik River People

Ha Long Bay & Hanoi, Vietnam

The Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan

The Lost City of Petra, Jordan

Timbuktu & The Tribes of Mali

Limited to 72 Travelers

Estimated Cost Per Person:

$56,950 (double occupancy)

$8,250 for 2010 departure (single supplement)

$7,650 for 2011 departure (single supplement)

Commercial airfare to and from Copenhagen is not included. For your protection and peace of mind, all payments are secured in a bank escrow account that is fully insured by the U.S. Government.

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