AROUND THE WORLD CLASSIC
ITINERARY:
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 1
Meet in Orlando, FL
Meet fellow travelers, lecturers and expedition staff for a
welcome reception and dinner at our hotel.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 2
Lima, Peru
Walk the streets of these legendary South American sites and
history will be underfoot. When Francisco Pizarro founded Lima
in 1535, he built beautiful cathedrals, palaces and houses, many
on superbly crafted foundations created by the region’s
indigenous people. Much of this beautiful art and architecture
remain.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 3
Machu Picchu or Trujillo, Peru
The following day, head to Cusco, and board a deluxe train
to travel through the sacred Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu.
Explore Machu Picchu’s mysterious and beautiful altars, temples,
staircases and terraced gardens — set in a breathtaking Andean
landscape.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 4
Machu Picchu or Trujillo, Peru
If you’ve already visited Machu Picchu, travel to Trujillo
to see temples and murals at the center of the Mochica culture.
Also see the citadel of Chan Chan, capital of the 13th-century
Chimu empire and the largest adobe city in the world.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 5
Easter Island, Chile
There’s much the world could learn from this remote island
that sits more than 2,300 miles off the coast of Chile. A
thousand years ago, a sophisticated society developed, then
disappeared, leaving stone villages, open-air sanctuaries and
giant statues called moai.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 6
Easter Island, Chile
Resident archaeologists lead you to hidden troves of
statuary, as well as pictographs and petroglyphs that detail the
annual rituals of the birdman cult.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 7
Apia, Samoa
Lush, tropical beauty enticed author Robert Louis Stevenson
to spend the last years of his life in Samoa. Visit his home,
observe a traditional kava ceremony, wander through colorful
botanical gardens, and enjoy a fiafia, a performance of Samoan
dancing and singing.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 8
Cross the International Date Line
From Samoa we fly west across the South Pacific. Crossing
the International Date Line, we lose a day en route to
Australia, arriving the next day.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 9
Great Barrier Reef, Australia
One of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Great
Barrier Reef stretches 1,250 miles from Papua New Guinea to the
Tropic of Capricorn. A network of hundreds of individual reefs,
it’s home to a panorama of marine life — more than 300 types of
coral and 1,300 species of fish.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 10
Great Barrier Reef, Australia
From Port Douglas, our base for explorations on the Coral
Sea, board a catamaran for the Outer Reef to explore and snorkel
in the crystal waters. Sail down the Daintree River, abounding
with estuarine crocodiles and lined with lush ferns, orchids and
other tropical epiphytes.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 11
The Highlands or Sepik River Basin, Papua New Guinea
Next stop — Port Moresby, jumping off point for the
seldom-visited mountainous Highlands area or the art-rich Sepik
River basin. Impenetrable jungle and jagged mountain ranges have
kept the country’s tribes isolated for centuries, supporting
more than 700 distinct languages and cultures in a population of
just over three million.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 12
The Highlands or Sepik River Basin, Papua New Guinea
Those who choose to explore the Southern Highlands will fly
to Tari, then travel overland to the Ambua Lodge, where Huli
tribespeople — many sporting huge wigs of human hair — honor you
with a traditional sing-sing and share the rituals of their
colorful self-decoration. Returning to Tari Gap, spot some of
its many exotic birds.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 13
The Highlands or Sepik River Basin, Papua New Guinea
Those choosing to explore the Sepik River will fly to Mt.
Hagen, then to Karawari. In nearby villages meet people making
sago, a staple food derived from the sago palm, and skilled
artisans who create the area’s much sought-after art — from
spirit houses to elaborately carved dugout canoes.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 14
Angkor, Cambodia
While the French were laying the cornerstone of Notre-Dame
in Paris, the Khmer kings were finishing the great temples of
Angkor Wat. This complex of towers, carved murals, colonnades
and courtyards ushered in the classic age of Khmer art and
architecture, and continues to draw countless monks and
pilgrims.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 15
Angkor, Cambodia
At the royal walled city of Angkor Thom, explore the
extraordinary Bayon, a temple with dozens of stone towers carved
with more than 200 giant faces. If you have visited Angkor
before, a separate excursion to Banteay Srei — the citadel of
women — can be arranged. A scenic drive through the Cambodian
countryside takes you to this smaller, more intimate pink
sandstone monument.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 16
Agra, India
Emperor Shah Jahan built his architectural masterpiece in
Agra, capital of India’s Mogul empire, to commemorate his
beloved wife. The shimmering white marble Taj Mahal is built on
the bank of the River Jamuna and surrounded by gardens and
pools.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 17
Agra, India
Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the red sandstone
Agra Fort, which served as palace and prison for Emperor Shah
Jahan, who was held captive there by his son. Within the walls
are fairy-tale palaces, audience halls, and mosques.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 18
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Originally a small fishing village, Dubai created the
busiest souks on the Persian Gulf coast. Explore its magnificent
mosque and old wind-tower houses, then choose from an array of
options: glimpse daily Arab life as a guest in a Dubai home;
learn to cook classic Arabian delicacies; visit a wharf to see
traditional dhow construction; or visit a race track for a
hands-on experience with magnificent Arabian horses.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 19
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Travel deep into the desert by four-wheel-drive vehicle to
Hatta Gardens, enjoying spectacular views. Celebrate with
champagne atop the dunes and savor a falconry show and dinner at
a desert camp.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 20
Serengeti Plain, Tanzania
From Kilimanjaro, fly by small plane into the Serengeti
where four-wheel-drive vehicles take you on game drives to
search out and photograph the abundant wildlife.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 21
Serengeti Plain, Tanzania
Each year, millions of wildebeest and zebra — stalked by
lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas — gather to calve and begin
their 500-mile seasonal migration to new grazing lands.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 22
Marrakech, Morocco
An oasis of palm and olive groves, Marrakech boasts a
vibrant medina with winding streets, colorful souks and the
Place Djemaa el Fna. See the Koutoubia Mosque, the tombs of the
Saadian kings and the Museum of Moroccan Arts.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 23
Marrakech, Morocco
Traveling outside the city, discover the Ourika Valley where
rural Berber villages are nestled within sight of the
spectacular Atlas Mountains. On your last evening, celebrate at
a gala farewell dinner.
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 24
London, UK
This morning, depart for London on the last leg of our
private jet expedition. We arrive in the afternoon, transfer to
our deluxe hotel, and enjoy a relaxing dinner
Around the World 2009 - Classic: Day 25
Depart London for Home
Following breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport
for regularly scheduled commercial flights homeward.
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Overview: Around the World 2009 - Classic
Cusco & Machu Picchu or Trujillo, Peru • Easter Island • Samoa •
Great Barrier Reef • Papua New Guinea • Angkor Wat • Taj Mahal •
Dubai, United Arab Emirates • Serengeti Plain • Marrakech,
Morocco Circle the globe, discovering the wonder and
beauty of ancient civilizations and timeless landscapes that
shaped human experience.
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DATES & RATES |
PRICES
From
$59,950 Double
From
$64,150 Single TRIP DATES
February 4 to February 28, 2009
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INCLUDED |
PRICE OF THE EXPEDITION INCLUDES
- All hotel accommodations, meals, group transportation,
excursions and other group activities from arrival in
Orlando on February 4, 2009, through departure from London
following breakfast on February 28, 2009
- Airport transfers at beginning and end of trip
- Transportation by private jet (or other conveyance)
according to the itinerary, including meals, beverages,
wine, beer and liquor on board our private jet
- Complete program of special events and activities
- Enrichment program of lectures and presentations by a
team of experts
- Professional expedition staff and physician to assist
you throughout the trip
- Bottled water throughout the expedition
- Baggage handling abroad
- All gratuities
- Amenities package
- Comprehensive medical evacuation insurance.
PRICE OF THE EXPEDITION DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Roundtrip airfare and taxes between home cities to
Orlando and return from London (see airfare section below)
- Passport fees and visa charges
- Accident/baggage/cancellation insurance
- Personal expenses such as immunizations, laundry,
telephone, fax charges, taxis
- Liquor except as noted above.
AIRFARE
Because travelers originate from a variety of home cities,
airfares will vary. We are happy to reserve flights in the class
of service you prefer, and to arrange for your airport transfers
and pre- or post-trip hotel accommodations.
EXPECTATIONS OF TRAVELERS
We consider this a fast-paced, strenuous program. Walking and
climbing stairs are required to board and disembark the jet at
most airports, to get around in hotels and to participate in
many excursions. Riding in four-wheel-drive vehicles on rough
terrain or unpaved paths can aggravate back conditions.
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PRIVATE
JET INFORMATION |
Private Jet Travel is Safe, Comfortable and Convenient
Our private Boeing 757 offers unmatched safety, long-range
capabilities, access to smaller airports, and an interior
customized for maximum comfort. Not limited by regular
commercial routes or schedules, we fly direct, bypass busy
airports and avoid layovers, crisscrossing continents and
countries with ease. We enjoy special privileges, including
expedited boarding, luggage handling, and Customs and
Immigration formalities. Because we set our own schedules, we
fly during the day, arriving refreshed and ready to explore.
NEW, Spacious Leather Seats Fit Like a Glove
We have reconfigured our Boeing 757 jetliner to accommodate just
74 guests in new VIP leather seats. Made with a patented, dense
foam core, the seats automatically adjust to a wide range of
body types and provide heightened comfort, flexibility and
improved circulation. Each seat has an individual power source
for laptops, digital cameras and other equipment. The cabin has
24 flat-screen monitors.
We Control the Quality & Safety of Our Transportation
The Boeing 757 is unsurpassed among today's jetliners for safety
and has a 99 percent reliability rate for operating without
mechanical delays. Our private jet is operated and maintained by
First Choice Airways, founded in the United Kingdom in 1987.
Carrying more than seven million passengers on more than 30,000
flights a year, First Choice Airways is one of the U.K.’s
largest airlines and is consistently recognized for its high
level of safety, performance and service.
First Choice Airways monitors access to the jet and baggage at
all times. Every piece of luggage is screened and identified
with a security tag and remains under the watchful eyes of our
staff and security officers. Find out more about our safety and
security program.
An Expedition Physician Travels With Us
An experienced expedition physician accompanies each journey
and is on-call to passengers 24 hours a day.
An International Crew and Fine Create a First-Class
Expedition Experience
Accompanying our journey is an experienced, international crew,
including eight cabin attendants, three pilots, two engineers,
an airport liaison officer, and two chefs. The flight crew
remains with us throughout the trip. Experienced expedition
leaders also accompany the group.
In-flight meals are graciously served on china and linen.
Carefully chosen menus and wine lists accommodate a range of
tastes. Dishes are prepared with the freshest ingredients and
special emphasis is placed on food safety by our chef and
catering assistant.
Seminars in the Sky Prepare Us for Adventures on Land
Our lecturers deliver in-flight presentations, using a
public address system and conveniently placed overhead monitors.
An on-board library of books and publications relating to each
destination is available during flight.
 Orlando,
Florida – Day 1
 Lima,
Cusco and Machu Picchu or Trujillo,
Peru— Days 2, 3 & 4
 Easter
Island, Chile — Days 5 & 6
 Apia,
Samoa — Days 7 & 8
 Great
Barrier Reef— Days 9 & 10
 Papua
New Guinea — Days 11, 12 & 13
 Angkor,
Cambodia — Days 14 & 15
 Taj
Mahal, Agra, India — Days 16 & 17
 Dubai,
United Arab Emirates - Days 18 & 19
 Serengeti
Plain, Tanzania — Days 20 & 21
 Marrakech,
Morocco — Days 22 & 23
 London,
UK and Home — Days 24 & 25
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