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we hiked another per fect Canadian day.


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Going beyond theexpected.

Think of a moment in your

life when your expectationswere utterly transcended: a

celebration where everything

went exactly right, a routine

journey that suddenly became

remarkable through a surprise

encounter with a friendly face.

Life delivers these occasions

rarely. Abercrombie & Kent

delivers them every day.

I helped found Abercrombie& Kent in the belief that

travel should always surprise,

stimulate and inspire. We

don’t count on luck to exceed

your expectations: we take you

to places others can’t go and

introduce you to people who

embody the true character of

your destination.

We can do more than simply

deliver you to Machu Picchu;we can ensure you arrive

when most other visitors

have departed, leaving you

free to explore in peace.

We will even arrange for

the chief archaeologist to

accompany you through the

site, revealing its secrets as

only a true expert can.

Exceeding expectations is a

hallmark of the Abercrombie& Kent travel experience — so

much so that we’ve adopted

the phrase “& moment” to

describe those occasions when

we deliver more than you ever

thought possible.

I am proud to invite you to

join us for a new season of

unforgettable journeys.

Geoffrey KentFounder, Chairman & CEOAbercrombie & Kent



we woke to the melody of the Imams’ call to prayer

and watched the sun rise.


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Programs

AFRICA 16NEW! Zambia 18

South Africa 20

Botswana 22

Kenya 24

NEW! Tanzania 26

East Africa 28

EGYPT, JORDAN, ISRAEL& MOROCCO 30Egypt 32

Israel 34

Jordan 36

NEW! Jordan & Israel 38

Morocco 40

CHINA, ORIENT & INDIA 42China 44

Thailand & Cambodia 46

Indochina 48

India 50

LATIN AMERICA& THE GALÁPAGOS 52Argentina 54

Chile 56

Peru 58

Peru & the Galápagos 60

EUROPE 62Scotland 64

NEW! France 66

Italy 68

Spain 70

Eastern Europe 72

Croatia 74

Russia 76

Turkey 78

Greece 80

NORTH AMERICA 82NEW! Mexico 84

California Wine Country 86

British Columbia 88

Alaska 90

GENERAL INFORMATION

Special Interest Group Travel 92

Celebrate with Abercrombie & Kent 93

Marco Polo Club 94

Adventure Crew 96Passenger Travel Protection Plan 97

Terms & Conditions 98

Index of Dates & Destinations 10 0

QUESTIONS? Call your travel professional or Abercrombie & Kent at

800 734 8147 or visit abercrombiekent.com.



a beautiful brand moment that ties in with the imageand the brochure.

our local guide told us just the right time to witnessthe Taj Mahal at sunset.



Since 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has continually

redefined what is possible in luxury travel.Our service and reputation are tested every

day against the dreams and expectations of the

world’s most discerning travellers. Time and

again, we pass the test. We listen to both our

clients and to travel agents, who rate us againstour competitors, and the message is clear: A&K

sets the standard for luxury and service in the

travel industry.

Setting the standard for morethan 47 years.

Our pioneering approach continues to earn the praise

of travellers and professionals alike.

Best Luxury Tour Operator –

International

Best Africa Tour Operator

2004 – 2007

World’s Best Cruise Ships

1997 – 2007

World’s Leading Luxury Specialist

Tour Operator | 2003 – 2006

World’s Leading Villa Operator

2003 – 2006

Reader’s Choice Award:

Top 15 African Safari Camps

Chief’s Camp | 2003, 2005

Olonana and Chief’s Camp | 2004

Chobe Chilwero | 2002

Greatest Travel Pros on Earth

2006 – 2007

Best Luxury Tour Operator,

Best Safari Outfitter | 2005

Best Africa/Middle East Tour

Operator | 2000 – 2006

Best Cruise Ships | 1997 – 2007

Best Outfitters on Earth:

Luxury | 2007

Best Tour Operator:

Africa/Middle East | 2007

Best Tour Operator and Safari

Outfitter | 1996 – 2007

Best Small-Ship Cruise Lines

2006

Best Tour Operator: Africa/

Middle East | 2007 – 2008

Most Knowledgeable Reservation

Staff | 2006 – 2007

Best Worldwide Tour Operator

2005 – 2008

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a beautiful brand moment that ties in with the imageand the brochure.

when we entered a clearing in the bush, we weregreeted by Maasai

men dancing.



Creating theeffortless journey.

Every Abercrombie & Kent

departure is backed by ahandpicked staff in our 60

offices worldwide. Our full-

time staff members are on call

every day around the clock,

ready at any time to provide

you with everything you need

for an extraordinary journey.

As well as ensuring your

comfort, our long-standing

connections allow us to

uncover local secrets andexperiences beyond the reach

of the ordinary traveller.

Anyone can take you to the

Pre-Columbian Art Museum

in Santiago, Chile, but only

Abercrombie & Kent lets

you in before it opens to the

public. From exotic dining

opportunities to once-in-

a-lifetime encounters with

friendly local people, wecan arrange the kind of

privileged access that sets an

Abercrombie & Kent journey

beyond all others.

Our expertise extends to every

aspect of your journey: we’reexperts in not only luxury

but in culture, wildlife and

history, and we know how to

blend them all to seamlessly

reveal your destination. Our

guides are chosen for their

absolute (sometimes lifelong)

dedication to understanding

those wonders that make

every place unique.

Contrast our approach withordinary travel companies,

who rely on third parties

to create their programs

and to support them on the

ground. We take personal

responsibility for every stage

of your journey, sparing no

effort to deliver the most

inspiring travel experience

possible.

Our feet-on-the-ground approach is unique

in the travel industry.



we planted our tree and smiled at the boy who would

one day enjoy its shade.



A&K Philanthropy.

Abercrombie & Kent

believes passionately thattravel should both respect

the natural environment

and benefit the indigenous

peoples whose lands we visit.

For more than 25 years, we

have worked to ensure that

human populations, flora and

fauna continue to survive and

coexist successfully.

Abercrombie & Kent

Philanthropy, guided by ViceChairman Jorie Butler Kent,

facilitates our commitment

to socially and ecologically

responsible travel worldwide,

as well as helping our guests

to become actively involved in

these efforts.

Every Abercrombie & Kent

office plays a hands-on role

in its community, sponsoring

an on-site project that

benefits both people and the

environment, such as:

and education to poverty-stricken children in Peru

through a local foundation,

Children of the Rainbow

victims of Cyclone Nargis in

Myanmar, raising more than

$250,000 in 30 days and

bringing the first shipments

of food and clothing to

devastated areas

in Africa by planting more

than 30,000 native trees,

many personally planted by

A&K guests

Select A&K journeys

(indicated with a icon

in this brochure) include

opportunities for travellers to

personally contribute to these

projects. We are proud to joinwith our guests in preserving

habitats and improving living

conditions for indigenous

peoples around the world.

A deep-rooted concern for the natural world infuses

each and every Abercrombie & Kent journey.

Programs marked with this symbol include philanthropic

activities in which guests may take part.



after riding elephants in Chiang Mai, we founda different way to

commune with nature.



Experience the most remarkabledestinations on your own.

Combine convenience and privacy with a Signature Series journey.

THE SIGNATURE SERIES

The perfect independent journey, researched and ready to book

Abercrombie & Kent is happy to reserve a Signature Series program as-is, or to work with

you in creating the ideal independent journey from scratch. Your travel professional or an

Abercrombie & Kent destination specialist can tell you more.

Signature Series journeys are our suggestions for the perfect way to experience your destination

independently. Researched and ready to book, Signature journeys allow you to travel in privacy,while still enjoying the same attentive service and top-notch itineraries as our escorted group

programs. All of our independent travel programs feature local A&K guides, private airport

transfers on arrival and departure, deluxe accommodations, enriching sightseeing — often with

access to places only available to A&K clients — and the trademark support of A&K’s premier staff

around the world.


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World Traveller Plus First

Club W



Our special fares are available only through

A&K, on flights timed to work best with youritinerary. While airline prices are guaranteed

only on the day you buy your ticket, you can

reserve our quoted rates now and pay for your

ticket later on the same schedule as the rest of

your trip. Airline fuel surcharges may apply.

A&K can cancel and refund air tickets up to

the day before departure, less a fee, for our

special British Airways fares. (Tickets you

book yourself may be non-refundable.)

Get the mileage credit offered by yourfrequent-flyer club. Most special-rate tickets

don’t earn miles, but reservations booked

through A&K earn mileage credit where

applicable.

Choose your seat when you make your

reservation. A&K’s special relationship with

British Airways allows us to reserve your

preferred seat at time of booking.

Fly British Airways. With 18 gateway cities

throughout the U.S. and 4 in Canada, BritishAirways flies more people to more countries

than any other airline. Its wide range of seating

arrangements all incorporate the very latest in

comfortable ergonomic design — including

fully flat beds, where available, in First Class and

new Club World (Business Class). Club World’s

new seats give you your own space to do what

you want, when you want. Bigger, wider and

more comfortable than ever, Club World seating

guarantees complete comfort in any position.

Stated benefits and conditions of purchase throughA& K are correct at time of publication, but may

be subject to change at any time.

*New Club World seating currently being rolled

out across the British Airways fleet.

It’s as clear as the air above the clouds.

Booking your air reservation through Abercrombie & Kent is the best way to fly.



Think safari and your mind wanders

to vast open plains, blue skies and

thousands of animals. That’s Kenya

and Tanzania. Animals from zebra

and gazelle to lion and elephant are

nearly everywhere. Familiar foods,

comfortable temperatures and a variety

of lodging options make it perfect for

independent travellers.

The fiercest of predators sharing space

with the gentlest of prey. People dressed

in traditional garb — and people

sporting the latest from the Paris and

Milan runways. This is South Africa

— diverse in landscape, wildlife and

culture. In Botswana, you are pampered

in classic African style in the heart of

Okavango Delta, and in Zambia you

can explore the unspoiled wilderness.

East or south, let A&K’s experience with

this fabulous part of the world bring you

all of Africa’s precious resources.

Africa

SO UT H AF RICA | BO T SWANA| ZAMBIA | ZIMBABWE | T ANZANIA | KENYA

TIME DIFFERENCE: EST plus 7 hours

VISAS: No visa required for U.S. passport holders but

two available blank pages are mandatory on passportsfor each separate entry.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Anti-malarial drugs arerecommended. Yellow fever vaccinations are requiredby South Africa and some other African nations when a

traveller enters (or re-enters) its borders from a country where the disease is endemic or where an outbreak isoccurring. No vaccinations are required when you travel

directly from North America or Europe. South Africamay require proof of vaccination after a visit to theZambian side of Victoria Falls.


VISAS: Visa required for U.S. passport holders.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Anti-malarial drugs arerecommended. Yellow fever vaccinations are required

by Kenya and some other African nations when atraveller enters (or re-enters) its borders from a country where this disease is endemic or where an outbreak

is occurring. Prior to entry into Tanzania or Zanzibarall visitors should be in possession of a valid healthcertificate for yellow fever vaccination.


VISAS: No visa required for U.S. passport holders.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Anti-malarial drugs arerecommended. Yellow fever vaccinations are required

by Botswana and some other African nations when atraveller enters (or re-enters) its borders from a country where this disease is endemic or where an outbreak is

occurring. No vaccinations are required when you traveldirectly from North America.

Health and visa requirements are subject to change.



Signature ZambiaAn Independent Itinerary



DAY 1: USA or Canada/Johannesburg, South Africa

Depart by overnight flight to Johannesburg.

DAY 2: Johannesburg

Arrive in Johannesburg, where you are met by an Abercrombie &

Kent representative and transferred to your hotel. The Saxon Hotel

DAY 3: Johannesburg/Livingstone, Zambia

After breakfast, board a flight to Livingstone and continue to Sussi

& Chuma, a unique tree-house lodge built within a canopy of sausage and ebony trees. Sussi & Chuma B L D

DAY 4: Livingstone

This morning enjoy a guided tour of Victoria Falls and the rain

forest on the Zambian side. Sussi & Chuma B L D

DAY 5: Livingstone/Lower Zambezi

Fly by light aircraft to the game-rich Lower Zambezi National Park,

where game viewing opportunities at your exclusive safari camp are

excellent. Spot wildlife on game drives, by boat or canoe or on foot.

Zambezi Kulefu Camp B L D

DAY 6: Lower Zambezi

Spend today enjoying the wildlife viewing activities on offer. The

Lower Zambezi National Park is an extremely remote area with an

abundant population of elephant, lion, waterbuck, leopard and

hippo. Zambezi Kulefu Camp B L D

DAY 7: Lower Zambezi/South Luangwa

This morning transfer by light aircraft to Mfuwe and then drive to

Puku Ridge Camp, situated in a remote, wildlife-rich area in South

Luangwa National Park. Your spacious walk-in canvas safari tent

has a private wooden deck providing stunning views of the flood

plains from the comfort of your own room. Puku Ridge Camp B L D

DAYS 8–9 : South Luangwa

The wildlife population of South Luangwa includes elephant,

lion, wild dog, buffalo and a wide variety of antelope. Spend twodays exploring the region on walking safaris and night drives,

accompanied by a professional guide and an armed national park

scout. Puku Ridge Camp B L D

DAY 10: South Luangwa/Lusaka/Johannesburg/Cape Town

Depart Luangwa to arrive at Cape Town, a sophisticated city with

a unique cultural and historic character. Cape Grace B

DAY 11: Cape Town

Embark on your full day Cape Point tour, including a visit to Table

Mountain. Your journey continues to the Cape of Good Hope

Nature Reserve at the end of the Cape Peninsula. Visit Boulders,

a lovely beach sheltered from the wind and famous for its colony

of diminutive African penguins. Cape Grace B L

DAY 12: Cape Town

This morning head towards the famous Cape Winelands, set below

the dramatic range of mountains dubbed the Hottentots Holland

by Dutch settlers, to enjoy a day of wine and cheese tasting.

Cape Grace B L

DAY 13: Cape Town/USA or Canada

Board your departing international flight. B

DAY 14: USA/Canada

Arrive in the USA or Canada.

14 Days | Departs Monday, returns Sunday

Spotting wildlife along the Zambezi

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 27 – May 10 Jul 06 – 19 Sep 21 – Oct 04

May 11 – 24 Jul 20 – Aug 02 Oct 05 – 18

May 25 – Jun 07 Aug 03 – 16 Oct 19 – Nov 01

Jun 08 – 21 Aug 17 – 30 Nov 02 – 15

Jun 22 – Jul 05 Sep 07 – 20

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements Apr–May 11 May 25–Jun 08; Jun 22–Oct

Nov

Double occupancy $ 6,995 $ 7,465 $ 8,485

Single supplement $ 1,190 $ 1,365 $ 2,490

Solo traveller price is available upon request.

Internal airfare Johannesburg/Livingstone/Lower Zambezi/South Luangwa/Lusaka/

Johannesburg/Cape Town

Economy class from $ 3,195

Please check with A&K for our special international airfares.



Signature South AfricaAn Independent Itinerary



DAY 1: USA or Canada/Cape Town, South Africa

Board your flight to Cape Town.

DAY 2: Cape Town

You are met and transferred to your hotel on the Victoria and Alfred

Waterfront. Cape Grace

DAY 3: Cape Town

Drive though the suburb of Tamboerskloof to Table Mountain for

panoramic views of the city and sea. Later, take a leisurely strollthrough the tranquil Company Gardens (the remnants of the Dutch

East India Company’s fruit and vegetable gardens). Cape Grace B

DAY 4: Cape Town/Cape Point/Franschhoek

Hugging the Atlantic coast road, journey past the “bikini beaches”

of Clifton and Camps Bay, beautifully located at the base of the

towering Twelve Apostles Mountains. Travel past bustling fishing

harbors and white sand beaches en route to the Cape of Good Hope

Nature Reserve. Here you may climb Cape Point to view southern

right whale or venture to Boulders Beach to observe its colony

of endangered African penguin. Continue to Franschhoek in the

Winelands, your home for the next two evenings.

Mont Rochelle Hotel & Mountain Vineyards B L

DAY 5: Franschhoek

Spend today exploring the Cape Winelands. In Stellenbosch,

explore the town with a specialized guide. Travel to the historic

town of Paarl, passing the Victor Verster Prison where former

President Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. Surrounded by fruit

and wine farms, a drive up a mountain road is rewarded with a visit

to the unique Taal Monument, the only monument ever built to

immortalize a language (the Afrikaans language).

Mont Rochelle Hotel & Mountain Vineyards B L

DAYS 6–7: Franschhoek/Pezula

Fly to George and drive to Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, locatedalong the rugged southern Cape coastline. Spend your days hiking,

canoeing, horseback riding or picnicking or visit the resort’s award-

winning spa for a rejuvenating treatment.

Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa B

DAY 8: Pezula/Johannesburg

Board a flight to Johannesburg. See the city on an orientation tour

en route to your hotel, the exclusive Saxon. The rest of your day is at

leisure. The Saxon B

DAY 9: Johannesburg/Sabi Sabi or Manyeleti

Travel to your lodge in the heart of the African bush.

Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge/Tintswalo B L D

DAYS 10–11: Sabi Sabi or Manyeleti

Enjoy two days on safari in search of the “Big Five” (elephant,

rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard) as well as wild dog, cheetah and

spectacular bird life on game drives and bush walks.

Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge/Tintswalo B L D

DAY 12: Sabi Sabi or Manyeleti/Johannesburg/

USA or Canada

Fly to Johannesburg. The Premier Lounge is available for your use

prior to your departure flight. B

DAY 13: USA or Canada


13 Days | Departs Monday, returns Saturday

Exploring the rugged coastline by horseback in Pezula

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 05 – 17 May 04 – 16 Sep 07 – 19

Jan 12 – 24 May 11 – 23 Sep 14 – 26

Jan 19 – 31 May 18 – 30 Sep 21 – Oct 03

Feb 02 – 14 Jun 1 – 13 Oct 05 – 17

Feb 09 – 21 Jun 08 – 20 Oct 12 – 24

Feb 16 – 28 Jun 15 – 27 Oct 19 – 31

Mar 02 – 14 Jul 06 – 18 Nov 02 – 14

Mar 09 – 21 Jul 13 – 25 Nov 09 – 21

Mar 16 – 28 Jul 20 – Aug 01 Nov 16 – 28

Apr 06 – 18 Aug 03 – 15 Dec 07 – 19

Apr 13 – 25 Aug 10 – 22

Apr 20 – May 02 Aug 17 – 29

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements May–Aug Jan–Apr;

Sep–Dec

Double occupancy $ 6,670 $ 7,575

Single supplement $ 2,700 $ 3,305


Internal airfare Cape Town/George/Johannesburg/Sabi Sabi or Manyeleti/Johannesburg





Signature BotswanaAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1-2: USA or Canada/Johannesburg, South Africa

Depart by overnight flight to Johannesburg. You are met and

transferred to your hotel. The Saxon

DAY 3: Johannesburg/Maun, Botswana/Okavango Delta

Fly to Baines’ Camp on the banks of the Boro River, where wildlife

is abundant. Your luxurious lodge features “star beds,” four-poster

beds that can be wheeled out to your private verandah for a night

under the stars. Baines’ Camp B L D DAY 4: Okavango Delta

Explore the Delta by land in open 4x4 vehicles, driving into the

night to discover nocturnal species. Cruise the waterways at the

gentle pace of a poled mokoro (dugout canoes) or by especially

adapted safari motorboats (subject to water levels). A unique

Baines’ feature is an educational experience with a group of semi-

habituated African elephants. Baines’ Camp B L D

DAY 5: Okavango Delta

Fly to Chief ’s Camp, situated in the Mombo Concession of the

Moremi Game Reserve — “predator capital” of Botswana and one

of the best places to see lion and leopard. Chief’s Camp B L D

DAYS 6–7: Okavango Delta

Morning and afternoon game drives reveal more of the treasures

of this special corner of Africa. This area is renowned for its large

concentrations of elephant, buffalo, giraffe, impala and the region’s

most powerful predators; it is also rich in plains game, and both

white and black rhino (the latter critically endangered) can be seen

here. Game drives depart in the early morning and late afternoon

and are conducted in open 4x4 vehicles with individual seating.

Chief’s Camp B L D

DAY 8: Okavango Delta/Chobe National Park

Your exquisite lodge sits above the Chobe River, offering

unparalleled panoramic views across the islands and floodplains as far as Namibia. After settling in, choose from one of the

many wildlife viewing activities available, or relax in the lounge,

swimming pool or spa. Chobe Chilwero B L D

DAY 9: Chobe National Park

Begin your day shortly after sunrise with a game drive. This

afternoon, embark on a river cruise by motorboat customized for

water safaris. Chobe Chilwero B L D

DAY 10: Chobe National Park/Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Drive to Victoria Falls and later this afternoon embark on a

sundowner river cruise. Absorb the quietness of the African bush as

sunset brings the day to a close. The Victoria Falls Hotel B

DAY 11: Victoria Falls/Johannesburg/USA or Canada

Visit the magnificent falls this morning on a guided walking tour

of one of the great natural wonders of the world, before you fly to

Johannesburg and connect to an international flight. B



12 Days | Departs Wednesday, returns Sunday

A traditional water safari by mokoro on the Okavango Delta

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements Jan–Jun 10;

Nov–Dec

Jun 17–Oct


Single supplement $ 855 $ 2,805


Internal airfare Johannesburg/Maun/Camp to Camp; Victoria Falls/JohannesburgEconomy class from $ 1,560


DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 07 – 18 May 06 – 17 Sept 02 – 13

Jan 14 – 25 May 13 – 24 Sept 09 – 20

Jan 21 – Feb 01 May 20 – 31 Sept 16 – 27

Jan 28 – Feb 08 May 27 – Jun 07 Sep 23 – Oct 04

Feb 04 – 5 Jun 03 – 14 Sep 30 – Oct 11

Feb 11 – 22 Jun 10 – 21 Oct 07 – 18

Feb 18 – Mar 01 Jun 17 – 28 Oct 14 – 25

Feb 25 – Mar 08 Jun 24 – Jul 05 Oct 21 – Nov 01

Mar 04 – 15 Jul 01 – 12 Oct 28 – Nov 08

Mar 11 – 22 Jul 08 – 19 Nov 04 – 15

Mar 18 – 29 Jul 15 – 26 Nov 11 – 22

Mar 25 – Apr 05 Jul 22 – Aug 02 Nov 18 – 29

Apr 01 – 12 Jul 29 – Aug 09 Nov 25 – Dec 06

Apr 08 – 19 Aug 05 – 16 Dec 02 – 13

Apr 15 – 26 Aug 12 – 23 Dec 09 – 20

Apr 22 – May 03 Aug 19 – 30 Dec 16 – 27

Apr 29 – May 10 Aug 26 – Sept 06



Signature KenyaAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Nairobi, Kenya

On arrival in Nairobi you are met and transferred to the historic

Norfolk Hotel. Norfolk Hotel

DAY 3: Nairobi/Samburu

Fly to the Samburu Game Reserve, arriving in time for a leisurely

lunch at your camp. Set on lush lawns by the bank of the Uaso

Nyiro River, Larsen’s Camp welcomes you in casual, colonial style.

The spacious, airy raised tents stand on wooden platforms, eachone comfortably furnished. Larsen’s Camp B L D

DAY 4: Samburu

Early morning game drives are the perfect time to witness the

abundant wildlife awakening for their breakfast. In addition to

elephant, buffalo and rhino, you have an opportunity to spot some

species unique to Kenya’s Northern Frontier District including

the “Special Five”: reticulated giraffe, thin-striped Grevy’s zebra,

majestic beisa oryx, Somali ostrich and the graceful “giraffe-necked”

gerenuk antelope, which stands on its hind legs to feed. Samburu is

also an excellent photographic area. Return to your camp for lunch

and a brief rest before setting out on an afternoon game drive.

Larsen’s Camp B L D

DAY 5: Samburu/Chyulu Hills

Board a private charter flight to the Chyulu Hills (the Green Hills of

Africa of Ernest Hemingway). Transfer to Campi Ya Kanzi, on the

panoramic ridge with spectacular views of the giant snow-dome

of Mount Kilimanjaro. The camp is both a beautiful wildlife-

viewing retreat and a pioneering eco-tourism destination, run in

partnership with the local Maasai community. Campi Ya Kanzi B LD

DAY 6: Chyulu Hills

Experience an authentic African safari from some of the many

options available to you during your stay. From bush drives with

professional guides, escorted game walks, forest walks, ChyuluNational Park excursions, bird watching or a cultural visit to Maasai

villages, there’s never a shortage of activities. View the efforts made

to preserve the unspoiled African bush with a visit to the Maasai

Wilderness Conservation Trust projects. Campi Ya Kanzi B L D

DAY 7: Chyulu Hills/Nairobi/Masai Mara

Board a flight to the Masai Mara, the Kenyan portion of the great

Serengeti ecosystem, catching first sight of the herds as you circle to

land. Arrive and settle in at your luxury camp idyllically nestled in

the heart of Kenya’s big game country. Olonana B L D

DAYS 8–9 : Masai Mara

Spend two days on safari in one of the greatest natural wonders of the

world. Between game drives, visit a local tree-planting project or

see Olonana’s wetlands-preservation efforts. Olonana B L D

DAY 10: Masai Mara/Nairobi/USA or Canada

Leave the Mara for your flight to Nairobi where you are taken to the

famous Carnivore Restaurant for lunch. Norfolk Hotel (dayroom) B L


Connect with your homebound flight.

11 Days | Departs Thursday, returns Sunday

Campi Ya Kanzi, with awe-inspiring views of Mount Kilimanjaro

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangementsDouble occupancy $ 7,780

Single supplement $ 1,870


Internal airfare Nairobi/Samburu/Chyulu Hills/Nairobi/Masai Mara/Nairobi



DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 08 – 18 Jun 18 – 28 Sep 17 – 27

Jan 15 – 25 Jul 09 – 19 Oct 01 – 11

Feb 05 – 15 Jul 23 – Aug 02 Oct 08 – 18

Feb 12 – 22 Aug 06 – 16 Nov 12 – 22

Mar 05 – 15 Aug 13 – 23 Dec 17 – 27*

Mar 12 – 22 Sep 10 – 20 Dec 27 – Jan 06, 2010*«

Jun 11 – 21

* Holiday surcharge will apply.« Departs Sunday, returns Wednesday.

Plant an indigenous tree in a special “tree nursery,” or observe

eorts to preserve the Mara’s endangered wetlands.



Signature TanzaniaAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Arusha, Tanzania

On arrival in Arusha, you are met and transferred to your lodge.

Arusha Coffee Lodge

DAYS 3-4: Arusha/Tarangire National Park

Today, you drive to Tarangire National Park, where you spend

the next two days. Located on the southwestern side of Tarangire

National Park, Swala Camp’s large tents are built on raised decks

under umbrella acacia trees overlooking the Gurusi flood plains.The Tarangire River runs through the center of the park and

provides a year-round supply of water to the animals. Bird watching

is exceptional in the park’s diverse habitats, from palm groves to

acacia woodlands, and you may spot a bateleur or martial eagle

during your stay. You will also have the opportunity to visit a

primary school or beekeeping project. Swala Camp B L D

DAY 5: Tarangire National Park/Ngorongoro Crater

Drive through Lake Manyara with game viewing and a picnic lunch

en route. Continue on to your intimate safari lodge located in the

Ngorongoro Highlands. Ngoronogoro Manor B L D

DAY 6: Ngorongoro Crater

The Ngorongoro Crater, a huge natural “amphitheater” created

by the collapse of an ancient volcano, is one of Africa’s most

fascinating wildlife areas. Spend your day game viewing and enjoy a

picnic lunch in a beautiful yellow acacia woodland offering natural

shade. Ngorongoro Manor B L D

DAY 7: Ngorongoro Crater/Serengeti National Park

Leaving the Ngorongoro Crater, head west to Serengeti National

Park. En route stop at Olduvai Gorge for a guided visit of this

famous archaeological site. Kusini Camp B L D

DAY 8: Serengeti National Park

You have a full day of game viewing here in the Serengeti. Rivers

flow through the park, providing habitats for a variety of birds,mammals and reptiles. Kusini Camp B L D

DAYS 9–1 0: Serengeti National Park

After breakfast drive north to the Northern Serengeti with game

viewing en route. Northern Serengeti is an area that offers a wooded

and hilly landscape making wildlife viewing spectacular. Arrive at

your luxurious camp, situated among the rocky outcrops. Enjoy

two days of game viewing with morning and afternoon game drives

and fascinating bush walks. Serengeti Migration Camp B L D

DAY 11: Serengeti National Park/Arusha/USA or Canada

Say goodbye to your camp staff before boarding a flight from the

Serengeti to Arusha where the balance of your afternoon is at

leisure. A dayroom is provided for your comfort and convenience

until your transfer to the airport for your late evening departure.

Arusha Coffee Lodge (dayroom) B, L



12 Days | Departs Saturday, returns Wednesday

Gracious living in the bush

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 10 – 21 Jul 11 – 22 Oct 10 – 21

Jan 24 – Feb 04 Jul 25 – Aug 05 Oct 24 – Nov 04

Jan 31 – Feb 11 Aug 08 – 19 Oct 31 – Nov 11

Feb 14 – 25 Aug 22 – Sep 02 Nov 14 – 25

Feb 28 – Mar 11 Sep 05 – 16 Nov 28 – Dec 09

Mar 14 – 25 Sep 19 – 30 Dec 12 – 23*

Jun 13 – 24 Sep 26 – Oct 07 Dec 19 – 30*

Jun 27 – Jul 08

* Holiday surcharge will apply.

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements Jun-Nov Jan–Mar; Dec




Internal airfare Serengeti/Arusha

Economy class from $ 365


Deliver school supplies to Gijedebung Primary School and meet

the students, or get to know the beekeepers of Mwika village and

sample freshly made honey.



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DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Nairobi, Kenya

Depart by overnight flight. On arrival, you are met and transferred

to your historic hotel. Norfolk Hotel

DAY 3: Nairobi/Amboseli National Park

Your safari adventure begins with a scenic flight to Amboseli

National Park, famous for its big game and superb views of snow-

capped Mount Kilimanjaro. This afternoon is spent viewing game

in this spectacular area. Tortilis Camp B L D DAY 4: Amboseli National Park

Leaving your camp at dawn, watch the wildlife awake in search of

breakfast. Later, set off in the late afternoon for a game drive, an

ideal time to see predators as they begin to stir from the shade and

roam onto the plains in search of prey. Tortilis Camp B L D

DAY 5: Amboseli National Park/Arusha, Tanzania/

Ngorongoro Crater

After lunch in Arusha, fly to Manyara near the Ngorongoro Crater

where you spend the next two nights at your unique lodge on the

crater rim. Ngorongoro Serena Lodge B L D

DAY 6: Ngorongoro Crater

Today, you drive down into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s

most fascinating wildlife areas, and also visit a Maasai vil lage.

Ngorongoro Serena Lodge B L D

DAYS 7–8: Ngorongoro Crater/Serengeti National Park

The Serengeti’s habitats range from short grass plains traversed by

huge herds of zebra and gazelle to deep central valleys hunted by

lion and cheetah. Fly to Kusini and explore them all during your

two-night stay. The Serengeti is home to dozens of species including

antelope, hyena, leopard, giraffe, lion, buffalo and cheetah. Each

year, the Serengeti is the scene of the spectacular wildebeest and

zebra migration, when millions of these animals make their annual

trek in search of fresh grasses and water. Kusini Camp B L D DAY 9: Serengeti/Arusha/Nairobi/Masai Mara Game Reserve

Fly via Arusha and Nairobi to the vast expanse of savannah known

as the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Olonana B L D

DAYS 10–11: Masai Mara

The jewel in Africa’s crown, Masai Mara is host to the most

spectacular array of wildlife. The Siria Escarpment, together with

the acacia dotted plains, creates scenery of stunning beauty. Game

viewing is never dull here, and patience is often rewarded with

unique wildlife sightings. You may also visit a local community

project; see below for details. Olonana B L D

DAY 12: Masai Mara/Nairobi/USA or Canada

Return to Nairobi with time for lunch at the Carnivore Restaurant

followed by a visit to Karen Blixen’s home and the Giraffe Center,

before this evening’s international flight.

Norfolk Hotel (dayroom) B L D



13 Days/Departs Saturday, returns Thursday

A picnic for two in the Masai Mara

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 03 – 15 Mar 21 – Apr 02 Sep 12 – 24

Jan 10 – 22 Jun 06 – 18 Oct 03 – 15

Jan 17 – 29 Jun 20 – Jul 02 Oct 17 – 29

Feb 07 – 19 Jul 04 – 16 Nov 07 – 19

Feb 14 – 26 Jul 18 – 30 Nov 21 – Dec 03

Feb 21 – Mar 05 Aug 01 – 13 Dec 05 – 17

Mar 07 – 19 Aug 15 – 27 Dec 19 – 31*

Mar 14 – 26 Aug 29 – Sep 10 Dec 26 – Jan 07, 2010*


PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements Nov Jun–Oct Jan–Mar; DecDouble occupancy $ 11,430 $ 11,690 $ 12,350



Internal airfare Nairobi/Amboseli; Arusha/Manyara/Serengeti/Arusha/ Nairobi/

Masai Mara/Nairobi



Visit a wetlands preservation project, a community biogas plant or

a tree nursery, where you can plant your own indigenous tree.



Three giant Pyramids rest on a blanket

of sand. So simple, yet so complex.

But there’s so much more to Egypt —

massive temples dedicated to gods and

pharaohs revered as much in death as

in life. Cruise the Nile and view the

spectacle lining the river banks. Tour

the tombs and temples and watch

a pictorial history unfold in their

hieroglyphics. These architectural

marvels have carried the mysteries of ancient Egypt down through the ages.

The legacy of Jordan transcends

time. Here you’ll find Petra, carved

from rose-red sandstone, the region’s

importance as a caravan crossroads.

And then there’s Israel: a tiny strip of

land along the Mediterranean that,

in one guise or another, has been a

historic giant for more than 2,000

years. Morocco takes visitors back to a

slower time of mint tea in cool courtyards and sun-drenched bazaars selling

everything from hand-knitted carpets

to brass platters.

Egypt, Jordan, Israel & Morocco

E G Y P T | J O R D A N | I S R A E L | M O R O C C O



HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Yellow fever vaccinations are

required if you are arriving from an African or SouthAmerican country where this disease is endemic orwhere an outbreak is occurring. No vaccinations are

required when you travel directly from North America.



HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Yellow fever vaccinations are

required if you are arriving from an African or SouthAmerican country where this disease is endemic orwhere an outbreak is occurring. No vaccinations are

required when you travel directly from North America.



HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: No vaccinations are required

when you travel directly from North America or Europe.




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DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Cairo, Egypt

Your Egyptian adventure begins with a personal welcome from

an Abercrombie & Kent representative, who assists you through

customs and escorts you to your luxurious hotel. Four Seasons Hotel

DAY 3: Cairo

This morning, begin by exploring the Egyptian Museum of

Antiquities, home of the golden treasures recovered from

Tutankhamun’s tomb. Later, a walking tour of Islamic Cairo takesyou from one of the remaining gates of the city, Bab El Fotouh, to

Khan El Khalili Bazaar for a traditional lunch.

Four Seasons Hotel B L

DAY 4: Cairo

Explore the relics of ages past at ancient Memphis, Sakkara and the

Great Pyramids of Giza where the Great Sphinx continues to guard

these royal monuments. Four Seasons Hotel B L

DAY 5: Cairo/Luxor

Your first stop is the Temple of Karnak, famous for its Great

Hypostyle Hall whose 134 columns occupy an area greater than

Notre Dame Cathedral. Board ‘Sun Boat IV,’ your home for

the next five days of exploration. After lunch, cross the Nile to

explore the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. View the

fabled Colossi of Memnon and the Mortuary Temple of Queen

Hatshepsut, Egypt’s first female pharaoh. MS ‘Sun Boat IV’ B L D

DAY 6: Luxor/Denderah/Luxor

Cruise northward to Qena on a scenic route far from the crowds

and other cruise ships. Visit the beautiful Ptolemaic Temple of the

Goddess Hathor at Denderah, with its dark chambers, underground

passages and towering columns inscribed with hieroglyphics.

Cruise back to Luxor for a tour of Luxor Temple.

MS ‘Sun Boat IV’ B L D

DAY 7: Luxor/Esna/Edfu/Kom OmboCruise to Edfu to explore the second largest and best preserved

Greco-Roman temple in Egypt, the extraordinary Temple of Horus,

the falcon-headed god. MS ‘Sun Boat IV’ B L D

DAY 8: Kom Ombo/Aswan

Disembark at Kom Ombo (“hill of gold”) to visit the lovely Greco-

Roman temple, uniquely dedicated to both the crocodile god and

the sun god. An afternoon excursion takes you to the majestic

Philae Temple on the Island of Agilika and the Unfinished Obelisk.

End the day with a cruise around the Aswan islands in a felucca

(weather permitting). MS ‘Sun Boat IV’ B L D

DAY 9: Aswan/Abu Simbel/Cairo

Explore the two magnificent temples of Ramses II and his wife

Queen Nefertari in Abu Simbel. Fly back to Cairo with the rest of

the afternoon at leisure. Fairmont Towers Heliopolis B L

DAY 10: Cairo/USA or Canada

Board your international flight. B

A&K RECOMMENDS …

A private Egyptologist throughout; ask A&K for details.

10 Days | Departs Thursday, returns Saturday

The treasures of Khan El-Khalili Bazaar

PRICE PER PERSON

La nd/cruise a rra ngements May 08 Single Ba la nce S ingle

Double occupancy –Sep 19 Supplement of year Supplement

Nile Deck $ 4,995 $ 1,640 $ 5,625 $ 1,975

Main Deck $ 5,190 $ 1,705 $ 5,765 $ 2,035

Bridge Deck $ 5,290 $ 1,735 $ 5,865 $ 2,070

Promenade Deck $ 5,390 $ 1,765 $ 5,965 $ 2,100

Presidential Suite $ 6,225 $ 2,310 $ 6,795 $ 2,645

Royal Suite $ 6,990 $ 2,725 $ 7,565 $ 3,060


Internal airfare Cairo/Luxor; Aswan/Abu Simbel/CairoEconomy class from $ 630


DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 01 – 10 Apr 30 – May 09 Oct 01 – 10

Jan 15 – 24 May 14 – 23 Oct 22 – 31

Jan 29 – Feb 07 Jul 02 – 11 Nov 05 – 14

Feb 12 – 2 1 Jul 23 – Aug 01 Nov 19 – 2 8

Mar 12 – 21 Aug 06 – 15 Dec 10 – 19

Mar 26 – Apr 04 Au g 20 – 29 Dec 17 – 26*

Apr 09 – 18 Sep 10 – 19

Apr 16 – 25 Sep 24 – Oct 03




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DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Tel Aviv, Israel/Jerusalem

Arrive at Ben-Gurion airport where your Abercrombie & Kent

representative meets you and transfers you to your hotel.

King David Hotel

DAY 3: Jerusalem

Begin your explorations of the Old City with the stunning views

overlooking Jerusalem and the Garden of Gethsemane from the

Mount of Olives. Afterward enter the Old City through the Dunggate to visit the Wailing Wall, the Jewish quarter and the Convent

of Zion Sisters. After a visit to Mount Zion, stop at the traditional

Tomb of King David. King David Hotel B

DAY 4: Jerusalem

Masada was once the stronghold of the Bar Kochba revolt. The

Qumran Caves on the Dead Sea’s northern shore is where the Dead

Sea Scrolls were discovered — the earliest known surviving copies

of Biblical documents made before AD 100. Visit these historical

sites today. King David Hotel B

DAY 5: Jerusalem

The Israeli Museum is the largest and most important cultural

institution in all of Israel. Here the Shrine of the Book houses the

Dead Sea Scrolls and artifacts found at Masada. View these treasures

before travelling to Bethlehem and the Shepherd’s Fields where,

according to the Bible, an angel announced the birth of Jesus to the

shepherds. King David Hotel B

DAY 6: Jerusalem/Nazareth/Tiberias

The Romans rebuilt Beit Shean in 63 BC and renamed it

Scythopolis. It remains one of Israel’s best preserved Roman

amphitheaters. Built on the highest hill in the region, its views of

the fertile valleys are spectacular. Continue to Nazareth to visit

Mary’s Well before reaching Cana, the site of Christ’s first miracle.

Rimonim Galei Kinnereth Hotel BDAY 7: Tiberias

Board a boat to Capernaum to visit St. Peter’s house and the Mount

of Beatitudes, the site where Christ gave his famous Sermon on the

Mount. Later, drive to the Golan Heights, a natural cliff-like area of

land overlooking Upper Galilee. Rimonim Galei Kinnereth Hotel B

DAY 8: Tiberias/Safed/Haifa/Caesarea/Tel Aviv

Located on Israel’s Mediterranean coastline is the beautiful seaport

city of Haifa. Dating back to Biblical times, the city was built on the

slopes of historic Mount Carmel. Over time, it has fallen under the

rule of the Byzantines, Arabs, Crusaders, Ottomans and Egyptians.

Visit Haifa, a bustling port city with a reputation as northern

Israel’s cultural capital, thanks to the numerous cultural centers

and museums. Haifa is also home to the Bahá’í World Center. View

the astonishing city of Caesarea en route to Tel Aviv. Built by King

Herod in honor of Caesar Augustus, the ancient city of Caesarea is

significant in Roman and Christian history. In the excavated theater,

a stone was found bearing parts of an inscription mentioning

Pontius Pilate — the only secular record of his existence.

Dan Tel Aviv Hotel B

DAY 9: Tel Aviv/USA or Canada

Board your international departure flight.

9 Days | Depar ts Friday, returns Saturday

Worshipping at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements Jan–Feb Mar–Jul; Aug

Sep–Dec





DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 16 – 24 May 08 – 16 Aug 28 – Sep 05

Feb 06 – 14 May 15 – 23 Sep 04 – 12

Feb 20 – 28 Jun 05 – 13 Sep 11 – 19

Mar 06 – 14 Jun 19 – 27 Oct 23 – 31

Mar 20 – 28 Jul 03 – 11 Nov 06 – 14

Mar 27 – Apr 04 Jul 17 – 25 Nov 20 – 28

Apr 24 – May 02 Aug 07 – 15 Nov 27 – Dec 05

May 01 – 09 Aug 14 – 22 Dec 11 – 19



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DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Amman, Jordan

On arrival in Amman, you are met and escorted to your luxurious

hotel. Four Seasons Hotel Amman

DAY 3: Amman

This morning enjoy a fascinating introduction to Jordan’s political,

cultural and commercial hub, Amman. The ancient Citadel towers

above the city from atop Jabal al-Qala’a. Here you begin the day’s

discoveries among ruins and artifacts dating back to the BronzeAge. You will also have an opportunity to visit and assist with a

grassroots project initiated by Her Majesty Queen Rania to support

local public schools. Continue on to Jerash, known as the “Pompeii

of the Middle East” for its extraordinarily well-preserved Roman

ruins; the grooves of chariot wheels are still v isible in the cobbled

streets. Walk beneath the Triumphal Arch and among the ruins of

the Hippodrome and the Temple of Zeus. Witness a reenactment of

Roman games, including gladiator contests and a thrilling chariot

race. Four Seasons Hotel Amman B L

DAY 4: Amman/Wadi Rum/Petra

The city of Madaba is best known for its spectacular Byzantine and

Umayyad mosaics. It also houses the famous sixth-century mosaicmap of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. Two million pieces of colored

stone depict villages as far as the Nile Delta. From here continue

to Mount Nebo, where, according to the Bible, Moses viewed the

Promised Land which he would never enter. As the sun sinks below

the horizon, visit Wadi Rum, where T. E. Lawrence lived with his

Bedouin allies during World War I. Petra Mövenpick Resort B L

DAY 5: Petra

UNESCO has described Petra as “one of the most precious cultural

properties of man’s cultural heritage.” Spend a full day exploring the

“rose-red” city, sculpted from a mountain range by the Nabataeans

in the third century BC. Major sites include the Treasury, the

Temple of the Winged Lions, baths, markets, storerooms and

tombs. Petra Mövenpick Resort B L

DAY 6: Petra/Dead Sea

Visit the former Crusader town of Kerak and its fortress, complete

with underground galleries and secret passageways, where Crusader

archers held out for over 100 years. Continue your drive to the

Dead Sea and your resort hotel, a luxurious retreat surrounded by

beautiful gardens, lagoons, olive trees and bamboo palms.

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar B L

DAY 7: Dead Sea

Explore at your own pace or relax at your resort hotel. Go for a

dip in one of your hotel’s nine fresh-water pools or thread theexperiences of your journey together in a private pergola positioned

a mere few steps away from the Dead Sea. You have a full day to

soak in the health benefits from the Dead Sea’s highly oxygenated

air and healing salts and minerals. Kempinski Hotel Ishtar B

DAY 8: Dead Sea/Amman/USA or Canada

Return to Amman to board your international flight. B

8 Days | Departs Saturday, returns Saturday

The Chapel of the Virgin atop Mount Nebo

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements

Double occupancy $ 3,985




DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 11 – 18« May 09 – 16 Sep 26 – Oct 03

Jan 25 – Feb 01« May 23 – 30 Oct 10 – 17

Feb 08 – 15« Jul 18 – 25 Oct 31 – Nov 07

Mar 07 – 14 Aug 01 – 08 Nov 07 – 14

Mar 21 – 28 Aug 15 – 22 Nov 21 – 28

Apr 04 – 11 Aug 29 – Sep 05 Dec 12 – 19

Apr 18 – 25 Sep 05 – 12 Dec 26 – Jan 02, 2010*

May 02 – 09

* Holiday surcharge will apply.« Departs Sunday, returns Sunday

Deliver supplies to impoverished Balquees School in

Amman, where you meet the students and tour the school

with its administrators.



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DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Amman, Jordan

Arrive in Amman and transfer to your luxurious hotel.

Four Seasons Hotel Amman

DAY 3: Amman

Meet your guide after breakfast this morning for an overview of

today’s highlights. Travel to Jerash, a third-century city known as

“the Pompeii of the Middle East” for the extraordinary insight it

gives into the ancient world. Today it is acknowledged as one of thebest-preserved province cities of the Roman Empire. Explore the

Roman remains and later witness a reenactment of Roman games,

including a live chariot race. Four Seasons Hotel Amman B L

DAY 4: Amman/Wadi Rum/Petra

The ancient Citadel, which towers above the city from atop Jabal

al-Qala’a, begins your tour. Continue to the Valley of the Moon —

Wadi Rum, one of the most starkly beautiful landscapes on earth.

Petra Mövenpick Resort B L

DAY 5: Petra

Spend a full day exploring the “rose-red” Petra, a city carved from

a mountain by the Nabateans more than two millennia ago. Visit

the Treasury, the Temple of Winged Lions, the Monastery and other

well-known sites. Petra Mövenpick Resort B L

DAY 6: Petra/Dead Sea

Stop at Madaba — the “City of Mosaics,” so named for its famous

sixth-century mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. With

two million pieces of colored stone, the map depicts hills and

valleys, villages and towns as far as the Nile Delta. Continue to

Mount Nebo, where the Bible says Moses lived out his remaining

days and viewed the Promised Land which he would never enter.

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar B L

DAY 7: Dead Sea

Today is yours to spend exactly as you choose. The waters of theDead Sea are rich in salts and minerals and are widely renowned for

their healthful properties. Kempinski Hotel Ishtar B

DAY 8: Dead Sea/Jerusalem, Israel

View Herod’s palaces and baths in Masada before continuing to

Qumran Caves, where the Dead Sea scrolls were discovered. If time

permits, visit the ancient city of Jericho. King David Hotel B

DAY 9: Jerusalem

A day of expeditions in the remarkable Old City begins with a drive

to the Mount of Olives for a wonderful view of Jerusalem. At the

foot of the hill you will see the Garden of Gethsemane. You then

enter the Old City to visit the Wailing (or Western) Wall and view

the Temple Area with the Al-Aksa Mosque and Dome of the Rock.

Walk the Via Dolorosa, passing by the Stations of the Cross and

ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. King David Hotel B

DAY 10: Jerusalem

View the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Israeli Museum before travelling to

Bethlehem, one of the most picturesque towns in the Judean hills.

View the Church of the Nativity and visit the Shepherd’s Fields in

Beit Sahour. King David Hotel B

DAY 11: Jerusalem/Tel Aviv/USA or Canada

Drive to Tel Aviv’s Ben-Gurion Airport to board your international

departure flight. B

11 Days | Departs Tuesday, returns Friday

The beautifully preserved forum of Roman Jerash

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements Jan–Feb Mar–Dec





DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 20 – 30 May 26 – Jun 05 Aug 25 – Sep 04

Feb 10 – 20 Jun 09 – 19 Oct 20 – 30

Feb 24 – Mar 06 J un 23 – Ju l 03 Oct 27 – Nov 06

Mar 03 – 13 Jul 14 – 24 Nov 10 – 20

Mar 24 – Apr 03 Jul 21 – 31 Nov 24 – Dec 04

Apr 21 – May 01 Jul 28 – Aug 07 Dec 08 – 18

May 05 – 15 Aug 11 – 21 Dec 22 – Jan 01, 2010*




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DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Casablanca, Morocco

Arrive in Casablanca, originally settled by Berbers in the seventh

century and today the bustling heart of Morocco.

Le Méridien Royal Mansour B

DAY 3: Casablanca/Rabat

This morning’s sightseeing begins with an excursion around the

port city of Casablanca, Morocco’s largest city. Visit the Hassan II

Grand Mosque, the tallest religious structure in the world with aglass floor looking directly down over the ocean. Journey to the

capital city of Rabat to v isit the 12th-century Mauresque-style

Hassan Tower and the Mohammed V Mausoleum. La Tour Hassan B

DAY 4: Rabat/Meknes/Volubilis/Fez

Recall the splendors of the past in Meknes, a UNESCO World

Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s imperial cities. Later, continue

to Volubilis (also a UNESCO World Heritage Site), one of the

largest and best preserved Roman ruins in Morocco; the mosaics in

particular are stunning. Riad Fes B

DAY 5: Fez

Pass through the distinctive Blue Gate to begin exploring Fez —

one of Morocco’s cultural capitals and the country’s intellectual

center for centuries. Morning sightseeing includes Fez el Jadid

(modern Fez) and the mellah or Jewish Quarter. Visit Nejjarine

Square, Dar Batha and the Bou Inania Medersa. Continuing, view

the Royal Palace and large Kairaouine Mosque and then explore

some of the 9,000 streets along with the souks (markets) of Fes el

Bali (old Fez). Riad Fes B

DAY 6: Fez/Marrakech

Journey into North Africa’s greatest mountain range, the Middle

Atlas, and then on to Marrakech, the “Pearl of the South” to discover

its mysteries: the Koutoubia minaret, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia

Palace and the Menara gardens. Les Jardins de la Koutoubia BDAY 7: Marrakech

Set out to uncover the secrets of Marrakech, the most famous city

in Morocco. Most of the city’s architectural attractions are inside

the Medina, the old walled section of the town. Built in the 12th

century, the Koutoubia minaret is the most perfect Islamic religious

structure in North Africa; its distinctive appearance has inspired

Islamic architects throughout Europe and Africa. Dar Si Said is one

of the most beautiful palaces, housing the Museum of Moroccan

Arts and Crafts. Les Jardins de la Koutoubia B

DAY 8: Marrakech

Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride to discover the gardens of Marrakech, beginning with the Menara gardens, which are set in

an extensive olive grove. The Jardin Majorelle was designed by

the French artist Jacques Majorelle, who turned his garden into a

tropical paradise surrounded by vivid cobalt blue buildings, lily-

covered pools and enormous cactuses. Les Jardins de la Koutoubia B

DAY 9: Marrakech/USA or Canada

After breakfast today transfer to the Marrakech airport for your

international departure flight. B

9 Days | Depar ts Thursday, returns Friday

The great Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements





DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 08 – 16 Apr 16 – 24 Oct 01 – 09

Jan 15 – 23 May 07 – 15 Oct 15 – 23

Jan 29 – Feb 06 May 14 – 22 Nov 05 – 13

Feb 12 – 20 May 28 – Jun 05 Nov 19 – 27

Feb 26 – Mar 06 Jun 11 – 19 Dec 03 – 11

Mar 12 – 20 Sep 03 – 11 Dec 10 – 18

Apr 02 – 10 Sep 17 – 25



Asia is an ancient land with a rich

culture that fuses old and new

harmoniously — without sacrificing

either tradition or progress. In

2009–2010, A&K brings you Asia’s

past glories and luxuriant present with

itineraries that go beyond the usual

tourist path into personal, thought-

provoking encounters.

A&K’s local connections get you

inside the less-visited (and lesser-

known) sights. In China, avoid the

crowds from the relatively quiet

and unspoiled Mutianyu section of

the Great Wall. Bypass the traffic

snarls in Bangkok by exploring this

beautiful city by boat on its quiet

(and uncrowded) network of klongs

(canals). In India, fly point-to-point

and get to your anticipated destinations

quickly, leaving you more time to savor

your journey. On the ground, have thebest local guides and as always, local

A&K support 24/7.

China, Orient & India

C H I N A | T H A I L A N D | C A M B O D I A | L A O S | V I E T N A M | I N D I A


VISAS: Visa required for U.S. passport holders to China.


when you travel directly from North America.


VISAS: No visa required for U.S. passport holdersto Thailand. Visa required for U.S. passport holders toCambodia.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: No vaccinations are requiredwhen you travel directly from North America.

TIME DIFFERENCE: EST plus 11 hours and 30 minutes

VISAS: Visa required for U.S. passport holders


when you travel directly from North America.




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DAYS 1-2: USA or Canada/Shanghai, China

Depart on an overnight flight to Shanghai where you are met on

arrival and transferred to your hotel. Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai

DAY 3: Shanghai

Start your day with a stroll through Yu Gardens, a magnificent

private garden and residence from the 16th-century Ming dynasty.

This afternoon, visit the Shanghai Museum to view some of the

most beautiful works of Chinese art in the world. In the evening,attend a performance of the Shanghai Acrobatic Show.

Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai B

DAY 4: Shanghai/Zhujiajiao/Shanghai

This morning, travel to Zhujiajiao, a fan shaped water village with

ancient stone bridges and buildings from the Ming and Qing

Dynasty. After lunch, walk along the Bund, enjoying the view of

Pudong, a district of Shanghai that has emerged as China’s financial

and commercial center, across the river. Travel through the Bund

light show sightseeing tunnel for a display of Shanghai life.

Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai B L

DAY 5: Shanghai/Yichang

Fly to Yichang to board your luxury river cruiser to begin your

voyage through the legendary Three Gorges.

MS ‘Yangzi Explorer’ B D

DAYS 6–8 : Cruising the Yangzi River

Cruise the mighty Yangzi, enjoying its scenic splendor with stops

along the way at the Three Gorges. MS ‘Yangzi Explorer’ B L D

DAY 9: Chongqing/Xian

Disembark and explore the Chongqing Zoo, where the pandas

are the most popular attraction. Fly to Xian and visit the Yangling

Museum, which houses recent discoveries from the Han Dynasty

tombs. Shangri-La Hotel B

DAY 10: XianTour the tomb of Emperor Qin Shihuangdi and its Terra Cotta

Warriors. Explore the Shaanxi Museum, the finest museum of

ancient Chinese history, and The Ancient Gate of the City Wall.

Shangri-La Hotel B L

DAY 11: Xian/Beijing

This morning, visit the eighth-century Small Wild Goose Pagoda

and the Xian Museum, with over 120,000 relics and sculptures.

Fly to Beijing late this afternoon. The Peninsula Beijing B

DAYS 12–13: Beijing

Spend two days at this vibrant city’s sights: Tiananmen Square, the

Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Great Wall.

The Peninsula Beijing B (L D day 13)

DAY 14: Beijing/USA or Canada

Transfer to the airport to board your homebound flight. B

A&K RECOMMENDS ...

An independent extension can show you new sights in China

including Guilin, Hong Kong and Hainan Island. Ask A&K for

details.

14 Days | Departs Wednesday, returns Tuesday

Terra Cotta Warriors site

PRICE PER PERSON

Land/cruise arrangements Apr–May

Jun–Aug Sep–Nov



Solo traveller price available upon request.

Prices for additional suites available on request.

Land/cruise arrangements based on suite accommodations on the vessel.

Internal airfare Shanghai/Yichang; Chongqing/Xian/Beijing


including airport departure taxes


DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 08 – 21 Jun 03 – 16 Sep 16 – 29

Apr 15 – 28 Jun 10 – 23 Sep 23 – Oct 06

Apr 22 – May 05 Jun 17 – 30 Sep 30 – Oct 13

Apr 29 – May 12 Jul 01 – 14 Oct 07 – 20

May 06 – 19 Jul 15 – 28 Oct 14 – 27

May 13 – 26 Aug 12 – 25 Oct 21 – Nov 03

May 20 – Jun 02 Sep 02 – 15 Oct 28 – Nov 10

May 27 – Jun 09 Sep 09 – 22 Nov 04 – 17



Signature Thailand & CambodiaAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Bangkok, Thailand

Depart on an overnight flight, arriving in Thailand’s capital city

of Bangkok. The Oriental Bangkok

DAY 3: Bangkok

Begin your sightseeing on Bangkok’s famous klongs (canals),

followed by a visit to the Grand Palace. The Oriental Bangkok B

DAY 4: Bangkok

Travel outside of the city to the Prasart Museum, housing theprivate collection of Mr. Prasart Vangsakul, who guides you on

a private tour (subject to availability). The Oriental Bangkok B

DAYS 5–6: Chiang Rai

Fly to the remote village of Chiang Rai, spending two nights at

your resort. Your sightseeing includes the Opium Museum and

a river tour, with visits to remote villages.

Anantara Resort Golden Triangle B L

DAY 7: Chiang Rai/Chiang Mai

After breakfast, travel overland to Chiang Mai to settle into your

idyllic resort. This evening, shop at the famous Night Market —

a kaleidoscope of crafts, merchants, entertainment and local food

carts. Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai B L

DAYS 8-9: Chiang Mai

Enjoy the natural and cultural charms of Chiang Mai, including a

private mahout training session with elephants. Travel by r ickshaw

on a city tour and visit Waroros Market, teeming with food, flowers

and silks, and Wat Pra Singh, Chiang Mai’s principal monastery and

home to Pra Buddha Sing. Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai B

DAY 10: Chiang Mai/Bangkok/Siem Reap, Cambodia

Fly to Siem Reap for your first encounter with the Angkor complex.

Once the heart of the Khmer empire, this collection of temples and

monuments is one of the world’s great architectural treasures.

La Residence d’Angkor BDAY 11: Siem Reap

Spend the morning on a guided tour of the Angkor complex,

including its most renowned site, Angkor Wat. This afternoon,

explore Preah Khan Temple and Ta Prohm, where strangler figs

and other jungle vegetation are slowly reclaiming the site.

La Residence d’Angkor B

DAY 12: Siem Reap/Bangkok

Fly to Bangkok, arriving at your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport B

DAY 13: Bangkok/USA or Canada

Board your homebound flight. B

A&K RECOMMENDS ...

Upgrade to the Four Seasons Golden Triangle in Chiang Rai.

Ask A&K for details.

An independent extension can show you new sights in

neighboring Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam. Ask A&K for details.

13 Days | Departs Tuesday, returns Sunday

Angkor Wat

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements May–Sep Jan–Apr Oct–Dec




Internal airfare Bangkok/Chiang Rai; Chiang Mai/Bangkok/Siem Reap/Bangkok



Please contact A&K for our special international airfares.

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 06 – 18 May 05 – 17 Sep 08 – 20

Jan 13 – 25 May 19 – 31 Sep 22 – Oct 04

Jan 27 – Feb 08 Jun 02 – 14 Sep 29 – Oct 11

Feb 17 – Mar 01 Jun 16 – 28 Oct 13 – 25

Mar 03 – 15 Jun 30 – Jul 12 Nov 03 – 15

Mar 17 – 29 Jul 14 – 26 Nov 10 – 22

Mar 24 – Apr 05 Jul 28 – Aug 09 N ov 24 – Dec 06

Apr 14 – 26 Aug 11 – 23 Dec 08 – 20

Apr 28 – May 10 Aug 25 – Sep 06 Dec 29 – Jan 10 ’10*

*Holiday surcharge will apply.



Signature IndochinaAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/ Bangkok, Thailand

Depart on an overnight flight to Bangkok and transfer to your

hotel. Peninsula Bangkok

DAY 3: Bangkok

Today, explore the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald

Buddha. Peninsula Bangkok B

DAY 4: Bangkok/Luang Prabang, Laos

Fly to charming Luang Prabang. Climb Phoussy Hill to visitPhoussy Temple and to enjoy a panoramic vista of this UNESCO

World Heritage city. La Residence Phou Vao B D

DAY 5: Luang Prabang

Take part in a food offering to the local Buddhist monks.

Sightseeing today includes stops at to the Pak Ou caves Thamting

and Thamphoum, as well as Wat Longkhoun and the village of Ban

Xanghai. La Residence Phou Vao B L D

DAY 6: Luang Prabang

This morning, explore the Royal Palace Museum, local market

and Kuang Si Waterfall. Following an afternoon at leisure, you are

honored with a Laotian Baci (welcome) ceremony.

La Residence Phou Vao B L D

DAY 7: Luang Prabang/Siem Reap, Cambodia

Fly to Siem Reap. Begin your exploration of the treasures of the

Angkor complex with Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Elephant and

Leper King Terraces and Ta Prohm. La Residence d’Angkor B

DAY 8: Siem Reap

Explore two less-visited areas: Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre.

Sunset finds you at Angkor Wat. La Residence d’Angkor B

DAY 9: Siem Reap/Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the Thien Hua Pagoda in the

colorful Chinatown of Cholon. Park Hyatt Saigon B

DAY 10: Ho Chi Minh City Explore the Cu Chi tunnel network, one of the most notorious

battlefields of the Vietnam War. Park Hyatt Saigon B

DAY 11: Ho Chi Minh City/Hoi An

Arrive in Danang and transfer to the Nam Hai on pristine China

Beach. Your afternoon includes a sunset boat trip in the small

traditional town of Hoi An. The Nam Hai B

DAY 12: Hoi An

The day is yours to enjoy the amenities of your luxurious villa.

The Nam Hai B

DAY 13: Hoi An/Hanoi

This afternoon, fly to charming Hanoi. Tonight, enjoy a traditional

water puppet show. Hotel Sofitel Metropole B

DAYS 14–15: Hanoi

Visit Ho Chi Minh’s house, One Pillard Pagoda, Quanh Tanh

Temple and the Fine Arts Museum. Later, travel by cyclo through the

Old Quarter. On the next day, journey overland to Ha Long Bay for

a cruise among its scenic grottoes and islands.

Hotel Sofitel Metropole B L

DAY 16: Hanoi/USA or Canada


16 Days | Departs Tuesday, returns Wednesday

Kuang Si Waterfall in Luang Prabang, Laos

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements Jan-Sep Oct-Dec




Internal airfare Bangkok/Luang Prabang/Siem Reap/Ho Chi Minh City/Danang/Hanoi




DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 06 – 21 Mar 17 – Apr 01 Oct 20 – Nov 04

Jan 13 – 28 May 19 – Jun 03 Nov 10 – 25

Jan 20 – Feb 04 Jun 16 – Jul 01 Nov 17 – Dec 02

Feb 03 – 18 Jul 14 – 29 Dec 01 – 16

Feb 10 – 25 Aug 11 – 26 Dec 08 – 23

Feb 17 – Mar 04 Sep 15 – 30 Dec 15 – 30*

Feb 24 – Mar 11 Oct 06 – 21 Dec 22 – Jan 06 ’10*

Mar 03 – 18 Oct 13 – 28 Dec 29 – Jan 13 ’10*

Mar 10 – 25




Signature IndiaAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Delhi, India

Depart from the USA or Canada on a flight to Delhi.

DAYS 3–4: Delhi

Explore New Delhi this afternoon, including Qutub Minar,

Humayun’s Tomb, the India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhawan. In Old

Delhi, visit Raj Ghat, Delhi’s monument to Mahatma Gandhi, the

Red Fort citadel and the great mosque of Old Delhi, Jama Masjid.

Your second afternoon is at leisure. The Oberoi New Delhi BDAY 5: Delhi/Udaipur

This afternoon, fly to Udaipur. Upon arrival, you are driven to your

spectacular fort-palace hotel in the Aravalli Hills. Devi Garh B

DAY 6: Udaipur

This morning, enjoy an evocative visit to the temples of Eklingji

and Nagda. Later, board a motorboat launch (water levels

permitting) for a lake cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola,

visiting Jag Mandir Palace, a fairy-tale vision on its very own island.

The Oberoi Udaivilás B

DAY 7: Udaipur

After exploring the City Palace along the shores of Lake Pichola,

stop at the Crystal Gallery located in Fateh Prakesh Palace.

Continue to Sahelion-Ki-Bari, also known as the “Garden of the

Maids of Honor.” The Oberoi Udaivilás B

DAYS 8–9 : Udaipur/Jaipur

Fly to Jaipur this morning; then begin an afternoon of exploration.

Admire the amazing astronomical devices at the outdoor Jantar

Mantar Observatory and visit Jaipur’s most famous building, the

pink sandstone Hawa Mahal or “Palace of the Winds.” On your

second day, explore the Amber Fort, followed by an elephant ride

at a local village accompanied by a professional mahout .

The Oberoi Rajvilás B

DAYS 10 -11: Jaipur/RanthamboreTravel to Ranthambore, Rajasthan’s first Project Tiger reserve. In

this 150 square-mile sanctuary of thick forests, you are likely to

see spotted deer, nilgai (blue bull) antelope and chinkara (Indian

gazelle). Three safari drives give ample opportunity to search for

the elusive tiger. The Oberoi Vanyavilás B

DAY 12: Ranthambore/Bharatpur/Agra

Journey by train to Bharatpur, then by road to Agra, where you

enjoy sunset at the Taj Mahal. The Oberoi Amarvilás B

DAY 13: Agra

After breakfast enjoy a sightseeing tour of Agra; then visit the

imposing Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built of red

sandstone and marble. The Oberoi Amarvilás B

DAY 14: Agra/Delhi

After a sunrise stop at the Taj Mahal, return to Delhi, stopping

en route at Sikandra, the tomb of the great Mughal emperor Akbar.

Trident Gurgaon B

DAY 15: Delhi/USA or Canada

Transfer to the airport to board a homebound flight.

15 Days | Departs Thursday, returns Thursday

Strolling through the ornamental interior of the Red Fort in Delhi

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements Jan;

Mar–Apr

Feb; Sep–Oct 15;

Nov 19–Dec

Oct 22

–Nov 12




Internal airfare Delhi/Udaipur/Jaipur



DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 01 – 15 Mar 12 – 26 Nov 05 – 19

Jan 08 – 22 Mar 19 – Apr 02 Nov 12 – 26

Jan 15 – 29 Mar 26 – Apr 09 Nov 19 – Dec 03

Jan 22 – Feb 05 Apr 02 – 16 Nov 26 – Dec 10

Jan 29 – Feb 12 Sep 24 – Oct 08 Dec 03 – 17

Feb 05 – 19 Oct 01 – 15 Dec 10 – 24*

Feb 12 – 26 Oct 08 – 22 Dec 17 – 31*

Feb 19 – Mar 05 Oct 15 – 29 Dec 24 – Jan 07 ’10*

Feb 26 – Mar 12 Oct 2 2 – Nov 05 Dec 31 – Jan 14 ’10*

Mar 05 – 19 Oct 29 – Nov 12



http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/private-journeys 53/102P R I V AT E J O U R N E Y S

With a capital like Buenos Aires,

known as the “Paris of the South,”

it is no wonder that Argentina is a

sophisticated, beautiful country, rich

with both European and Amerindian

roots. In neighboring Chile’s diverse

landscape, you can have a romantic

picnic on salt-carved benches in the

Atacama Desert, break bread with a

farmer in the forest of Torres del Paine

or make a toast on a crystal glacierledge in Patagonia.

Just as remarkable is Peru. The ancient

stone terraces and ruins of Machu

Picchu, hidden for centuries, hold

Incan secrets. Search for clues in

archaeological and art museums and in

intricate pre-Columbian artifacts that

adorn buildings and plazas.

In the Galápagos, sunbathe with fur

seals and walk paths cleared by iguana

and Sally Lightfoot crab, enjoying this

fragile ecosystem that is one of the

most spectacular in the world.

Latin America & the Galápagos

A R G E N T I N A | C H I L E | P E R U | E C U A D O R | T H E G Á L A PA G O S

TIME DIFFERENCE: EST plus 1 or 2 hours

VISAS: No visa required for U.S. passport holders;how ever, a Chilean Reciprocity Fee is collected uponarrival.

CHILEAN RECIPROCITY FEE: U.S. citizens are requiredto pay a reciprocity fee of $131, payable in cash or by credit card; this one time charge is good for the life of the passport.


TIME DIFFERENCE: Same as EST


HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: No vaccinations are requiredwhen you travel directly from North America. Yellow Fever vaccination is only required for the Amazon regionof Peru.

TIME DIFFERENCE: EST 0–2 hours, dependingon the region






Signature ArgentinaAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Buenos Aires, Argentina

After settling in to your hotel, embark on an orientation tour of the

surrounding area with your private A&K guide.

Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires B

DAY 3: Buenos Aires

Visit the many landmarks of Buenos Aires. Known as the “Paris

of South America,” European influences are on display in the

architecture, cuisine and other facets of daily life. This afternoon,learn the basic tango steps before attending a dinner and tango

show at a renowned Buenos Aires venue.

Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires B D

DAY 4: Buenos Aires/Iguazú Falls

Fly to Iguazú Falls and visit the Brazilian side of the spectacular

waters. The falls are one of the most impressive sights in the world,

with a breathtaking 275 cascades that spread across a gulf of nearly

two miles. Sheraton Internacional Iguazú Resort B

DAY 5: Iguazú Falls

Today, the thrill of the falls continues when you view different vistas

from the Argentine side. Sheraton Internacional Iguazú Resort B

DAY 6: Iguazú Falls/Bariloche

This morning is at your leisure to enjoy the falls on your own. Later,

fly to Bariloche, the “Little Switzerland” of the South. Tour the

downtown area before continuing to your lodge, your home for the

next three days. Llao Llao Hotel & Resort B

DAY 7: Bariloche

This morning, explore Bariloche on a sightseeing tour and view

some of the most attractive scenery in Argentina, a panoply of

lush hills, snow-topped peaks and lakes reflecting a crisp blue sky.

Visit the Llao Llao Peninsula and Lopez Bay before an afternoon at

leisure. Llao Llao Hotel & Resort B

DAY 8: BarilocheThe day is yours to enjoy the lodge’s amenities. Try a round of golf

at Patagonia’s best 18-hole course; play polo, tennis or squash; go

mountain biking or horseback riding; or make use of the lodge’s

spa. Llao Llao Hotel & Resort B

DAY 9: Bariloche/El Calafate

Board a flight to El Calafate and transfer to Los Sauces, an exclusive

lodge within walking distance of town. El Calafate is the gateway to

the majestic world of glaciers — an oasis of poplars, willows and

pines at the border of the Patagonian steppe. Los Sauces B D

DAY 10: El Calafate

Today, you may choose from the many activities provided by the

lodge, including trekking over Perito Moreno Glacier, considered by

many to be the most beautiful in the world. Los Sauces B L D

DAY 11: El Calafate/Buenos Aires

Enjoy breakfast before departing for Buenos Aires to connect to

your international flight this evening. B



This program contains some active elements, and a minimum level

of fitness is required. Please contact A&K for details.


The Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, deep in the heart of “Little Switzerland”

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 14 – 25 Apr 22 – May 03 Nov 04 – 15

Feb 04 – 15 Sep 23 – Oct 04 Nov 25 – Dec 06

Feb 25 – Mar 08 Oct 14 – 25 Dec 16 – 27

Mar 18 – 29

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements Mar–Apr; Jan–Feb; DecSep–Nov




Internal airfare Buenos Aires/Iguazú/Bariloche/El Calafate/Buenos Aires





Signature ChileAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Santiago, Chile

Fly to Santiago and transfer to your hotel. An introductory city tour

includes the 18th-century Cathedral and a curator-led visit to the

Pre-Columbian Art Museum. Stop in Santiago’s artistic enclave,

Barrio Brasil. Hotel Ritz-Carlton B

DAY 3: Santiago/Valparaíso/Santiago

En route to Santiago, drive through the Casablanca Valley, one

of Chile’s most important wine-producing areas. Continue topicturesque Valparaíso, famous for its labyrinthine hills, covered

with colorful old houses and accessible only by a steep climb or by

funicular railway. The city’s historic quarter was recently named a

UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue along the coast to Quintay,

a former whaling port, for lunch and a stroll along the beach.

Hotel Ritz-Carlton B L

DAY 4: Santiago/Puerto Montt

Board a morning flight to Puerto Montt in the Lake District.

During an orientation tour, stop to look for bargains at the

Angelmo handicraft market. Continue to Puerto Varas and your

hotel. After lunch, briefly visit the town and take a photograph

across the waters of the Llanquihue to the mighty Osorno Volcano.

Pause in historic Frutillar to v isit the Pioneers Museum, featuring a

collection of 19th-century antiques, clothing and artifacts gathered

from various immigrant German families around the area.

Hotel Meliá Patagonia B L

DAY 5: Chilean Lake District

Enjoy one of the many available outdoor activities. Raft through

Class III rapids, ride horseback through the native forest, trek in

Chile’s oldest National Park or go on a photo safari to the Osorno

Volcano. Later, visit the Petrohue rapids, one of Chile’s most

beautiful and exciting glacial rivers. Hotel Meliá Patagonia B L

DAY 6: Puerto Montt/Punta Arenas/Puerto NatalesOnce a booming port city and haven for big clipper ships, Punta

Arenas lost prominence with the opening of the Panama Canal.

After a brief tour of the city’s highlights, continue to Puerto

Natales, stopping en route at a typical farm for a sheep-shearing

demonstration and a barbecue lunch. Hotel Costaustralis B L D

DAY 7: Puerto Natales/Torres Del Paine National Park

Arrive at your exclusive lodge in the heart of Torres del Paine. Built

on the shores of Lake Pehoé, the lodge is architecturally one of

the most remarkable in South America. Enjoy a welcome cocktail

before your guide explains activity options for the next few days.

Explora en Patagonia Lodge B L D DAYS 8–1 0: Torres Del Paine National Park

Spend three full days choosing from a variety of activities and

explore the area’s magnificent beauty.

Explora en Patagonia Lodge B L D

DAYS 11–12: Torres Del Paine National Park/Punta Arenas/

Santiago/USA or Canada

Return to Punta Arenas to board your flight to Santiago. Later this

evening, connect with your homebound international flight. B



12 Days | Departs varied days of the week

A mighty current flowing through Chile’s Lake District

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 12 – 23 Apr 02 – 13 Nov 11 – 22

Feb 13 – 24 Oct 10 – 21 Dec 05 – 16

Mar 13 – 24

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements




Internal airfare Santiago/Puerto Montt/Punta Arenas/Santiago


Internal air subject to availability and price confirmation at time of booking. Please ask A&K for details.




Signature PeruAn Independent Itinerary



DAY 1: USA or Canada/Lima, Peru

Depart on a flight to Lima and transfer to your hotel.

Miraflores Park Hotel

DAY 2: Lima

This afternoon, embark on a city tour, beginning with a visit to

Plaza Mayor, the official center of the city and the original site

on which Lima was founded. Continue to the historic Cathedral,

an architectural marvel built in 1534. From there, walk past thePresidential Palace where the soldiers on guard offer an excellent

photo opportunity. Then, visit the Church of San Francisco and its

library collection of fine paintings and frescoes. From the historic

center, travel through modern Lima to tour the fascinating Larco

Herrera Museum, which houses some 50,000 ceramics of the

Mochica culture. Miraflores Park Hotel B

DAY 3: Lima/Cusco

Fly to Cusco, where afternoon sightseeing includes the city

and nearby archaeological sites of Qenqo, Puka Pukara and

Sacsayhuaman. Compiled of massive stone blocks cut and fitted

together with great precision (and without mortar), Sacsayhuaman is

a testimonial to Incan architectural skills. Hotel Monasterio B

DAY 4: Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas, with visits to Ollantaytambo,

an Incan fortress-complex, and the local village of Pisac, known for

its indigenous market. Lunch is at Huayocari Hacienda.

Hotel Monasterio B L

DAY 5: Cusco/Machu Picchu

Board the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the

Incas,” where a late morning arrival gives you time to thoroughly

explore this breathtaking Incan citadel. Discovered in a hidden

tangle of vines and trees atop the mountain, the city of Machu

Picchu will forever hold the secret of its passing — no writtenrecord of the Inca survives. Accompanied by your guide, explore

the city’s ruins and visualize those who inhabited this seemingly

uninhabitable citadel. Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge B L D

DAY 6: Machu Picchu/Cusco

Machu Picchu is a place of timeless wonder, and there is no better

time to experience a magical moment than at sunrise, when you share

the site with only the morning mist. Walk the pathways of Machu

Picchu and explore its ruins before the crowds arrive. Return this

afternoon to Cusco via the Vistadome train. Hotel Monasterio B L

DAYS 7-8: Cusco/Lima/USA or Canada

Return to Lima where the remainder of the day is free to explore as

you choose. Depart for home the next day.

B (Day 7); Miraflores Park Hotel B (Day 8)



A&K RECOMMENDS …

Upgrade and take the deluxe Hiram Bingham train from Cusco to

Machu Picchu. Ask A&K for details.


Discovering Incan secrets at Machu Picchu

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements




Internal airfare Lima/Cusco/Lima



DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 10 – 17 May 16 – 23 Sep 19 – 26Jan 24 – 31 Jun 06 – 13 Oct 03 – 10

Feb 07 – 14 Jun 20 – 27 Oct 10 – 17

Feb 21 – 28 Jul 04 – 11 » Oct 24 – 31°

Mar 07 – 14 Jul 18 – 25 Nov 07 – 14

Mar 21 – 28 Aug 01 – 08 Nov 21 – 28

Apr 11 – 18 Aug 15 – 22 Nov 28 – Dec 05

Apr 25 – May 02° Aug 29 – Sep 05 Dec 12 – 19

May 02 – 09 Sep 05 – 12 Dec 19 – 26*


° Accommodations in Lima will be at the JW Marriott.» This departure follows a slightly di erent routing. Please ask A&K for details.



Signature Peru & the GalápagosAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Lima, Peru

On your first full day in Lima, embark on a tour of the “City of

Kings,” visiting Lima’s historic center and the fascinating Larco

Herrera Museum, which houses some 50,000 ceramics of the

Mochica culture. Miraflores Park Hotel B

DAY 3: Lima/Cusco

Fly to Cusco and acclimatize before this afternoon’s tour of the

city and ruins of Qenqo and Sacsayhuaman, a testament to Incanengineering and architectural skills. Hotel Monasterio B

DAY 4: Cusco/Sacred Valley/Cusco

Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas with visits to Ollantaytambo

and Pisac, the famous indigenous market. After lunch, witness a

traditional weaving demonstration. Hotel Monasterio B L

DAY 5: Cusco/Machu Picchu

Board the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the

Incas.” Accompanied by your A&K guide, explore this breathtaking

Incan citadel. Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge B L D

DAY 6: Machu Picchu/Cusco

See Machu Picchu at sunrise before the crowds arrive. As you

observe the ruins through an early morning mist, contemplate the

lives of the Incas who once lived here and disappeared without a

written trace. Return to Cusco this afternoon. Hotel Monasterio B L

DAY 7: Cusco/Quito, Ecuador

Fly to Quito for an afternoon city tour. For nearly three centuries,

the arts and intellectual societies flourished under Spanish colonial

rule in Quito and left as souvenirs ornate churches, cathedrals

and Baroque architecture in the Old Town. Visit the San Francisco

Church and La Compañía Church, whose glittering interior was

created with seven tons of gold. Swissôtel B

DAYS 8–1 4: Quito/The Galápagos

Fly to the Galápagos and board MV ‘Eclipse.’ Weather, water andwildlife conditions affect actual day-by-day itineraries, but visits

are planned for the main islands and their landmarks. MV ‘Eclipse’

carries pangas , rubber boats that carry you to island beaches where

you wander among the Galápagos’ unique species. Watch sea lion

sunbathing, dodge Sally Lightfoot crab scuttling past on the beach

and catch the impassive eye of a century-old tortoise. As you sail

between islands, there is time to relax, reflect and confer with your

naturalist guide about the sights you have seen and those yet to

come. MV ‘Eclipse’ B L D

DAYS 15–16: The Galápagos/Quito/USA or Canada

Disembark ‘Eclipse’ and fly to Quito for an evening at leisure.

Depart for home the next day. Swissôtel B



A&K RECOMMENDS …

Upgrade and take the deluxe Hiram Bingham train from Cusco to

Machu Picchu. Ask A&K for details.

16 Days | Departs Saturday, returns Sunday

Sunbathing sea lion on the beach

PRICE PER PERSON

Land/cruise arrangements Stateroom Superior DeluxeStateroom Stateroom




Internal airfare Lima/Cusco/Lima/Quito/Galápagos/Quito



DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 10 – 25 May 02 – 17 Oct 03 – 18Jan 24 – Feb 08 May 16 – 31 Oct 10 – 25

Feb 07 – 22 Jun 06 – 21‡ Oct 24 – Nov 08°

Feb 2 1 – Mar 08 J un 20 – Ju l 05‡ Nov 07 – 22

Mar 07 – 22 Jul 04 – 19‡» Nov 21 – Dec 06

Mar 21 – Apr 05‡ Jul 18 – Aug 02‡ Nov 28 – Dec 13‡

Apr 11 – 26 Aug 01 – 16‡ Dec 12 – 27‡

Apr 25 – May 10° Aug 15 – 30‡ Dec 19 – Jan 03*‡

*Holiday surcharge will apply.‡ Family friendly departure. Contact A&K for details.

°Accommodations in Lima will be at the JW Marriott.» This departure follows a slightly di erent routing. Please ask A&K for details.



Exploring Europe independently is a

natural choice. The European continent

is accessible and immediately enjoyable

in ways that more exotic destinations

are not. Booking your independent

travel plans with A&K will give you a

guarantee of quality, support whenever

you want (or need) it and an insider’s

experience that takes you far beyond the

usual sights and suggestions.

With our Signature Series programs

in Europe, you can customize your

pricing. A&K’s Gold and Silver pricing

gives you the option between five-star

and A&K-selected four-star hotels in

select European destinations. Add the

security and peace of mind that comes

from having a team of expert travel

professionals handle your arrangements

and travel at a whole new level.

From the time-honored classic

destinations of Madrid and Venice,

to the less-visited emerging gems of

Dubrovnik and Split, your spirit will

be ignited.

Europe

SCO T LAND | F RANCE | IT ALY | SP AIN | EAST ERN EURO P E

C R O AT I A | R U S S I A | T U R K E Y | G R E E C E

TIME DIFFERENCE: EST plus 5 hoursVISAS: No visa required for U.S. passport holders.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: No vaccinations are requiredwhen you travel directly from North America or anothercountry in Europe.

TIME DIFFERENCE: EST plus 7 hours (Moscow); ESTplus 5 hours (Prague)

VISAS: Visa required for U.S. passport holders to Russia.No visa required for the Czech Republic.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: No vaccinations are requiredwhen you travel directly from North America or another

country in Europe.

TIME DIFFERENCE: EST plus 5 hours (Dubrovnik); ESTplus 6 hours (Istanbul)

VISAS: No visa required for Croatia. Visa required forU.S. passport holders to Turkey.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: No vaccinations are requiredwhen you travel directly from North America or another

country in Europe.




Signature ScotlandAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Edinburgh, Scotland

Depart by overnight flight to Edinburgh, where you are met and

transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

The Balmoral

DAY 3: Edinburgh

A local guide takes you to Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace,

the Queen’s official residence in Scotland. End your day in Leith

with a visit to the former royal yacht ‘Britannia.’ The Balmoral BDAY 4: Edinburgh/Spean Bridge

Begin your luxurious three-night rail journey on The Royal

Scotsman. Enjoy afternoon tea as you travel along the edge of Gare

Loch toward Arrochar, where you have your first glimpse of Loch

Lomond. There are spectacular views of Rannoch Moor before you

arrive in Spean Bridge where the train stables overnight. After a

formal dinner, enjoy entertainment in the observation car.

The Royal Scotsman B D

DAY 5: Spean Bridge/Bridge of Orchy

Look out the window for a view of Ben Nevis before the route

follows the stunning coastline to Arisaig. Disembark for a walk

along the beautiful Morar Sands. Return to the train for lunch

en route to Fort William. Visit Glenfinnan Monument with Ray

Owens, a historic storyteller. Afternoon tea is served at The Factors

Inn, exclusively for Royal Scotsman guests. Dinner is on board

before the train stables for the night at Bridge of Orchy.

The Royal Scotsman B L D

DAY 6: Bridge of Orchy/Wemyss Bay

Travel south toward Glasgow before heading to Gourock. At

Wemyss you take a ferry across to the Isle of Bute. From St. Blane’s

Chapel at the south of the island to the abandoned townships in

Glen More at the north, every stone seems to have its tale to tell.

Arrive at Mount Stuart, Britain’s most spectacular Victorian Gothichouse. Once afternoon tea is served, you have time to explore this

magnificent residence and gardens. Return to the mainland and

rejoin the train at Wemyss Bay, where a formal dinner is served and

the train stables overnight. The Royal Scotsman B L D

DAY 7: Wemyss Bay/Edinburgh/Hopetoun/St. Andrews/

Gleneagles

Disembark in Edinburgh and continue into the Scottish countryside

to stately Hopetoun House, often known as the “Versailles of

Scotland.” Later, explore the historic university town of St. Andrews

en route to your renowned hotel in the Perthshire countryside.

The Gleneagles Hotel B

DAY 8: Gleneagles

Today is free to enjoy the facilities of the Gleneagles estate.

Perhaps book an appointment with a personal trainer for a

fitness assessment, swim, play tennis or pamper yourself with a

spa treatment. You may also engage in equestrian activities, golf,

fishing or falconry. Your driver-guide and private vehicle are at your

disposal should you decide to further explore the region.

The Gleneagles Hotel B

DAY 9: Gleneagles/USA or Canada

Transfer to the Edinburgh or Glasgow Airport for your homebound

flight. B

9 Days | Departs Tuesday, returns Wednesday

Playing a round of golf at Gleneagles

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 May 19 – 27 Jun 23 – Jul 01 Sep 15 – 23

May 26 – Jun 03 Aug 04 – 12 Sep 22 – 30

Jun 09 – 17 Aug 11 – 19 Sep 29 – Oct 07

Jun 16 – 24 Sep 08 – 16 Oct 13 – 21

PRICE PER PERSON

Land/train arrangements GOLD SILVER


Single supplement^ $ 2,085 $ 1,475


^Prices shown are based on a single cabin aboard The Royal Scotsman.

Double cabin for single occupancy pricing is available on request.




Signature FranceAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: Depart USA or Canada/Paris, France

Board an overnight flight to Paris where you are met by your

Guardian Angel, who makes sure your every need is met

throughout the journey, and privately transferred to your hotel. The

remainder of the day is at leisure. Le Meurice/Hotel Daniel B

DAYS 3–4: Paris/Versailles/Paris

Explore famous Parisian landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Arc

de Triomphe, Champs Elysées and the Ile de la Cité, where NotreDame Cathedral and Sainte Chapelle are located. Then, explore

the amazing collections in the Louvre Museum, once a royal palace

for King Francis I. Seek out its iconic treasures, including Mona

Lisa and Venus de Milo, or wander the numerous galleries in search

of your own favorite masterpiece. Outside, observe the large glass

and steel pyramid, designed by American architect I. M. Pei as an

elegant counterpoint to the palace’s French Renaissance façade. The

next morning, join a restaurant critic and food expert who directs

you to some of the best food suppliers in Paris. Glimpse the life of

a dedicated chocolatier or tour a cheese cellar beneath one of the

city’s true fromageries . This afternoon, travel to Versailles to admire

the luxe palace of Louis XIV and visit the State Apartments and

beautiful gardens. Le Meurice/Hotel Daniel B

DAYS 5–6: Paris/Dijon/Saulieu

Your Guardian Angel escorts you to the Paris railway station where

you begin your Concierge Rail journey. Arrive in Dijon and embark

on a walking tour of the Old Town. Observe the half-timbered

houses and visit the Palais des Ducs, which houses the Fine Arts

Museum. Your home for the next two nights is Le Relais Bernard

Loiseau in Saulieu. The next day, explore the Burgundy wine

country and stop at Clos de Vougeot, known for its winemaking

barn. Visit Beaune, the wine capital, with its famous 15th-century

hospice. Its multi-colored tiled roof has become an icon of theBurgundy region. Then, join a countess who makes her own wines

for a private afternoon tea (visit is subject to her availability).

Le Relais Bernard Loiseau B

DAYS 7–9: Saulieu/Dijon/Avignon

Return to the Dijon railway station with your Guardian Angel

for the next portion of your journey — to Avignon. Dominated

by its Papal Palace, Avignon is a vibrant Provençal town on the

banks of the Rhône River, and today you discover its glories with a

walking tour that includes a visit to the great palace where the Popes

reigned supreme during their schism with Rome. The next day,

join your driver-guide for a full day of exploration. Visit the Romanantiquities in St-Remy-de-Provence followed by an olive oil tasting

at a mill. Afterward, stop at the ruined medieval citadel of Les

Baux and the astounding nearby Cathedral of Images carved out

of the rock. The day finishes with a visit to the impressive Roman

aqueduct of the Pont du Gard, built as part of a complex irrigation

system. La Mirande B

DAY 10: Avignon/ Marseille/USA or Canada

Transfer to Marseille airport to board your homebound flight. B


The Eiffel Tower as seen from the River Seine

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 02 – 11 Jun 04 – 13 Sep 10 – 19

Apr 09 – 18 Jun 11 – 20 Sep 17 – 26

Apr 16 – 25 Jul 23 – Aug 01 Sep 24 – Oct 03

Apr 23 – M ay 02 Jul 30 – Aug 08 Oct 01 – 10

Apr 30 – May 09 Aug 06 – 15 Oct 08 – 17

May 07 – 16 Aug 13 – 22 Oct 15 – 24

May 14 – 23 Aug 20 – 29 Oct 22 – 31

May 21 – 30 Aug 27 – Sep 05 Oct 29 – Nov 07

May 28 – J un 06 Sep 03 – 1 2

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements GOLD SILVER

Low season: April 02–23, Jul 23–Aug 20 (GOLD/SILVER)Double occupancy $ 13,255 $ 11,820

Single supplement $ 4,530 $ 2,795High season: Apr 30–Jun 11, Aug 27–Oct 29 (GOLD/SILVER)Double occupancy $ 13,825 $ 11,995Single supplement $ 5,050 $ 2,930





Signature ItalyAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Venice, Italy

Board an overnight flight to Venice. On arrival, transfer to your

hotel. Bauer Il Palazzo/Londra Palace

DAY 3: Venice

Stroll through the Doge’s Palace, Piazza San Marco and St. Mark’s

Basilica. The afternoon is at leisure before this evening’s romantic

gondola ride and a musical serenade. Bauer Il Palazzo/Londra Palace B

DAY 4:Venice

Travel by private boat this morning across the lagoon to Murano,

famous for its glass works, and Burano, known for its lace shops.

Your afternoon is at leisure to visit the Church of Santa Maria

Gloriosa dei Frari. Bauer Il Palazzo/Londra Palace B

DAY 5: Venice/Florence

A&K’s Concierge Rail Service offers assistance at the station when

you travel by train to the historic Renaissance city of Florence.

Hotel Savoy/Gallery Hotel Art B

DAY 6: Florence

Discover the wonders of Florence, including the Duomo, the

Galleria dell’Accademia that houses Michelangelo’s David , the

Bargello Museum and the Church of Santa Croce. The afternoon is

at leisure to explore on your own. Hotel Savoy/Gallery Hotel Art B

DAY 7: Florence

Visit the Uffizi Gallery, home to timeless works by da Vinci,

Michelangelo, Titian, Raphael and other masters of the Renaissance.

View the remarkable exterior of the Palazzo Vecchio before walking

through the Piazza Signoria with its panoply of statues. The balance

of the day is at leisure. Hotel Savoy/Gallery Hotel Art B

DAY 8: Florence/San Gimignano/Siena/Rome

Take in a panoramic view of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo; then

drive through the glorious Tuscan countryside to San Gimignano,

known for its ancient walls and towers. Continue to Siena and wanderthe Piazza del Campo, visiting the Duomo. After lunch at leisure,

transfer to Rome. Hotel de Russie/Rose Garden Palace B

DAY 9: Rome

Sample some of Rome’s lengthy history when you v isit the

Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, Arch of

Constantine and the Church of San Pietro in Vincoli. Drive along

the famous Via Veneto, past the Aurelian Walls, Piazza Barberini

and the Trevi Fountain. Hotel de Russie/Rose Garden Palace B

DAY 10: Rome

A visit to the Vatican includes the Sistine Chapel, painted by

Michelangelo from 1508 to 1512 and considered to be one of the

most renowned artworks of the High Renaissance period. Continue

to St. Peter’s Basilica, built on the site where Peter the Apostle,

thought to be the first Pope, was crucified and buried. The balance

of the day is at leisure. Hotel de Russie/Rose Garden Palace B

DAY 11: Rome/USA or Canada


A&K RECOMMENDS …

Travel from Paris to Venice aboard the luxurious Venice Simplon-

Orient-Express train to begin your journey. Please ask for details.

11 Days | Departs Saturday, returns Tuesday

Florence’s hallmark Duomo

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 04 – 14 Jun 13 – 23 Aug 22 – Sep 01

Apr 11 – 21 Jun 20 – 30 Aug 29 – Sep 08

Apr 18 – 28 Jun 27 – Jul 07 Sep 05 – 15

Apr 25 – May 05 Jul 04 – 14 Sep 12 – 22

May 02 – 12 Jul 11 – 21 Sep 19 – 29

May 09 – 19 Jul 18 – 28 Sep 26 – Oct 06

May 16 – 26 Jul 25 – Aug 04 Oct 03 – 13

May 23 – Jun 02 Aug 01 – 11 Oct 10 – 20

May 30 – Jun 09 Aug 08 – 18 Oct 17 – 27

Jun 06 – 16 Aug 15 – 25 Oct 24 – Nov 03

PRICE PER PERSON


Low season Jul 25–Aug 2 2 (GOLD/SILVER)

Double occupancy $ 12,825 $ 10,260Single supplement $ 5,150 $ 2,095

Mid season Apr 04, Jul 04–18 (GOLD); Jul 11–18, Aug 29 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 14,555 $ 10,435Single supplement $ 6,740 $ 2,205High season Apr 11–Jun 27, Aug 29–Oct 24 (GOLD);Apr 04–Jul 04, Sep 05–Oct 24 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 15,910 $ 10,990Single supplement $ 7,985 $ 2,915





Signature SpainAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Madrid, Spain

Depart on an overnight flight to Madrid. Transfer to your hotel for

a day at leisure. Hotel Ritz Madrid/InterContinental Madrid

DAY 3: Madrid

See the highlights of Madrid, beginning at the Royal Palace, where

rooms are filled with art treasures and antiques. This afternoon,

explore the incomparable Prado Museum, housing works by

Spain’s three great masters: Goya, Velázquez and El Greco.Hotel Ritz Madrid/InterContinental Madrid B

DAY 4: Madrid/Toledo/Madrid

Embark on a full day of exploration in Toledo, where winding

streets shelter medieval buildings. See the great Cathedral and the

Church of Santo Tomé, housing El Greco’s famous Burial of Count

Orgaz , and Santa María la Blanca, one of the oldest synagogues in

Toledo. Hotel Ritz Madrid/InterContinental Madrid B

DAY 5: Madrid/Córdoba/Granada

This morning travel aboard the AVE high-speed train to Córdoba,

one of Spain’s oldest cities. Stroll through the streets to the

Mezquita, a massive Moorish mosque that was built between the

8th and 10th centuries. Inside, look up at the soaring ceiling and

colorful arches. Later, travel through spectacular countryside to

Granada. Hospes Palacio de los Patos B

DAY 6: Granada

A full day of sightseeing in Granada includes the magical Alhambra,

a 13th-century palace-citadel of royal residential quarters, court

complexes, a bath and a mosque. Continue to the beautiful gardens

of the Generalife Palace, once the summer palace of the Nasrid

sultans of Granada. Hospes Palacio de los Patos B

DAY 7: Granada/Ronda/Seville

En route to Seville, stop in picturesque Ronda, perched astride the

300-foot gorge of El Tajo, to visit the oldest bullring in Spain.Hotel Alfonso XIII/Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza B

DAY 8: Seville/Jerez de la Frontera/Seville

Travel to Jerez de la Frontera to visit the Royal Andalusian School of

Equestrian Art and watch a performance of the well-choreographed

“dancing stallions.” Then, continue to a bodega for a sherry tasting

before returning to Seville.

Hotel Alfonso XIII/Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza B

DAY 9: Seville

Sightseeing includes the 15th-century cathedral, one of the most

breathtaking in all of Christendom, and the palace complex of the

Alcázar, one of the best remaining examples of mudéjar architecture

that reflects Islamic influences. This evening, enjoy an authentic

flamenco performance.

Hotel Alfonso XIII/Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza B

DAY 10: Seville/USA or Canada

Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. B

A&K RECOMMENDS …

Extend your stay in Barcelona or Portugal (see pages 133-134 of A&K’s

2009 Europe brochure for details).


The lush gardens of the Generalife Palace

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 02 – 11 Jun 18 – 27 Aug 27 – Sep 05

Apr 09 – 18 Jun 25 – Jul 04 Sep 03 – 12

Apr 16 – 25 Jul 02 – 11 Sep 10 – 19

Apr 23 – May 02 Jul 09 – 18 Sep 17 – 26

Apr 30 – May 09 Jul 16 – 25 Sep 24 – Oct 03

May 07 – 16 Jul 23 – Aug 01 Oct 01 – 10

May 14 – 23 Jul 30 – Aug 08 Oct 08 – 17

May 21 – 30 Aug 06 – 15 Oct 15 – 24

May 28 – Jun 06 Aug 13 – 22 Oct 22 – 31

Jun 04 – 13 Aug 20 – 29 Oct 29 – Nov 07

Jun 11 – 2 0

PRICE PER PERSON


Low season Jul 09–Aug 20 (GOLD/SILVER)Double occupancy $ 11,990 $ 9,965Single supplement $ 2,715 $ 835

Mid season Apr 02–09, Jun 25, Jul 02, Aug 27, Sep 03, (GOLD);Jun 18–25, Jul 02 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 12,635 $ 10,120Single supplement $ 3,910 $ 885High season Apr 16–Jun 18, Sep 10–Oct 29 (GOLD);Apr 02–Jun 11, Aug 27–Oct 29 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 12,990 $ 10,260Single supplement $ 3,590 $ 930





Signature Eastern EuropeAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Budapest, Hungary

Depart on an overnight flight to Budapest. On arrival, transfer to

your hotel, where the remainder of the day is at leisure.

Four Seasons Gresham Palace/Budapest Hilton

DAY 3: Budapest

A full day of sightseeing includes the Pest side of the city:

St. Stephen’s Basilica, Dohany Synagogue and Heroes’ Square,

and Matthias Church and the Fisherman’s Bastion in Buda.Four Seasons Gresham Palace/Budapest Hilton B

DAY 4: Budapest/Danube Bend/Budapest

Travel to the Danube Bend to visit the small artists’ colony of

Szentendre, where sights include Blagovestenska Church and

the Margit Kovacs Museum. Continue to medieval Visegrad and

Esztergom, seat of the Hungarian Catholic Church.

Four Seasons Gresham Palace/Budapest Hilton B

DAY 5: Budapest/Vienna, Austria

A&K’s Concierge Rail Service offers you assistance at the station

when you travel by first class rail to Vienna. This afternoon, meet

your guide for a walk through the city to see the Hofburg Palace,

St. Stephen’s Cathedral and perhaps the colorful Viennese

Naschmarkt. Hotel Imperial/Grand Hotel Wien B

DAY 6: Vienna/Danube Valley/Vienna

Discover the beautiful Danube Valley at the Abbey in Melk and the

wine town of Dürnstein. Hotel Imperial/Grand Hotel Wien B

DAY 7: Vienna

After a morning at leisure, visit the stunning Schönbrunn Palace

and its magnificent grounds. Hotel Imperial/Grand Hotel Wien B

DAY 8: Vienna/Prague, Czech Republic

Travel to Prague in comfort and convenience with A&K’s Concierge

Rail Service, offering assistance at the station. The balance of the

day is at leisure. Four Seasons Prague/Hotel Aria BDAY 9: Prague

A full day of sightseeing includes the Old Town, Jewish Quarter,

Charles Bridge and Hradcany Castle District, including the Strahov

Monastery and Loreto Shrine. Four Seasons Prague/Hotel Aria B

DAY 10: Prague/Nelahozeves/Prague

Travel to Nelahozeves to visit the Dvorak Museum and its

Renaissance château, including the exhibition “Private Spaces:

A Noble Family at Home,” reflecting an intimate view of the

lifestyle of the Lobkowicz family in their country estate during the

19th century. Four Seasons Prague/Hotel Aria B

DAY 11: Prague/Kutna Hora/Prague

A full-day’s excursion takes you to the 13th-century Konopiste

Castle and the charming town of Kutna Hora to visit the Church

of St. Barbara, Italian Court and Ossuary.

Four Seasons Prague/Hotel Aria B

DAY 12: Prague/USA or Canada

Transfer to the airport to board a homebound flight. B


The Hofburg Complex in Vienna

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 01 – 12 Jun 10 – 21 Aug 19 – 30

Apr 08 – 19 Jun 17 – 28 Aug 26 – Sep 06

Apr 15 – 26 Jun 24 – Jul 05 Sep 02 – 13

Apr 22 – May 03 Jul 01 – 12 Sep 16 – 27

Apr 29 – May 10 Jul 08 – 19 Sep 30 – Oct 11

May 06 – 17 Jul 15 – 26 Oct 07 – 18

May 13 – 24 Jul 22 – Aug 02 Oct 14 – 25

May 20 – 31 Jul 29 – Aug 09 Oct 21 – Nov 01


Jun 03 – 14 Aug 12 – 23

PRICE PER PERSON


Low season Apr 01–08, Jul 01–Aug 26, Oct 28 (GOLD);Apr 01–22, Jun 24–Aug 26, Oct 28 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 14,055 $ 9,595Single supplement $ 5,010 $ 2,380High season Apr 15 – Jun 24, Sep 02–Oct 21 (GOLD);Apr 29–Jun 17, Sep 02–Oct 21 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 14,570 $ 9,840Single supplement $ 5,540 $ 2,605





Signature CroatiaAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1-2: USA or Canada/Split, Croatia/Podstrana

Depart on an overnight flight to Split where you are met and

transferred to your hotel. Le Méridien Lav

DAY 3: Podstrana/Split/Podstrana

Meet your local guide for a tour of the lively seaport of Split.

Visit the imposing third-century palace of the Roman Emperor

Diocletian and St. Dominus Cathedral, originally the emperor’s

mausoleum. You have free time to wander through Split’s old townand shop in its boutiques. You might also consider an optional

visit to the Botanical Gardens of Ostrog School. Le Méridien Lav B

DAY 4: Podstrana/Split/Hvar

Travel by public ferry to the island of Hvar and this afternoon

join your guide for a walking tour of the historic town center.

Stroll past the harbor-front cafés of Hvar, best known for its

medieval buildings that are the legacy of four centuries of Venetian

rule. Continue to the Spanjol Fortress, perched high on a hill

overlooking the town, for breathtaking views from the summit.

Visit the cathedral and the arsenal, with time at leisure to wander

the stone-paved harbor front. Hotel Adriana B

DAY 5: Hvar/Dubrovnik

Leave Hvar by public ferry and then drive along the coast. Stop in

the fishing town of Ston, a beautiful example of a fortified town

of Dubrovnik architecture. You may wish to pause for a typical

Dalmatian lunch before arriving in Dubrovnik. Hotel Excelsior B

DAY 6: Dubrovnik/Cavtat/Dubrovnik

Join a local guide for a walking tour of Dubrovnik, a seventh-

century walled town and UNESCO World Heritage Site brimming

with medieval charm. Stroll along the Stradun, the stone-paved

promenade, and visit the 14th-century Franciscan monastery

and the Dominican monastery. Stop at the Rector’s Palace and

see Dubrovnik Cathedral. Continue to picturesque Cavtat to visitMestrovic’s Stone Mausoleum, Bogisic’s Collection of graphics by

domestic and foreign artists, ethnographical objects and a small

archaeological collection of stone monuments and fragments.

Hotel Excelsior B

DAY 7: Dubrovnik/Montenegro/Dubrovnik

Travel the stunning coastline along Europe’s most southerly fjord

to historic Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded

by impressive medieval bulwarks. Drive over the Lovsen

Mountain to Cetinje. Visit the National Museum, located in King

Nikola I’s former residence; the monastery, with a fence made from

the barrels of captured enemy rifles; and fifth-century Budva, oneof the oldest settlements on the Adriatic Sea. Hotel Excelsior B

DAY 8: Dubrovnik

The day is at leisure but consider an optional private boat excursion

to the Elaphite Islands (at an extra cost). Hotel Excelsior B

DAY 9: Dubrovnik/USA or Canada

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. B

Visit the Botanical Gardens of Ostrog School, planted and

maintained by school children. Bring books and school supplies

or join the children in planting new specimens (at an extra cost).

9 Days | Departs Saturday, returns Sunday

Hvar’s harbor

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 04 – 12 Jun 20 – 28 Aug 29 – Sep 06

Apr 11 – 19 Jun 27 – Jul 05 Sep 05 – 13

Apr 18 – 26 Jul 04 – 12 Sep 12 – 20

Apr 25 – May 03 Jul 11 – 19 Sep 19 – 27

May 02 – 10 Jul 18 – 26 Sep 26 – Oct 04

May 09 – 17 Jul 25 – Aug 02 Oct 03 – 11

May 16 – 24 Aug 01 – 09 Oct 10 – 18

May 23 – 31 Aug 08 – 16 Oct 17 – 25


Jun 06 – 14 Aug 22 – 30 Oct 31 – Nov 08

Jun 13 – 21

PRICE PER PERSONLand arrangements GOLD SILVER

Low season Apr 04–Jun 20, Sep 26–Oct 31 (GOLD/SILVER)Double occupancy $ 7,540 $ 7,200Single supplement $ 1,915 $ 1,890

High season Jun 27–Sep 19 (GOLD/SILVER)Double occupancy $ 8,295 $ 7,855Single supplement $ 2,425 $ 2,105

Solo traveller price is available upon request.Please check with A&K for our special international airfares.



Signature RussiaAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Moscow, Russia

Arrive in Moscow where you are provided “fast track” assistance

through Customs and Passport Control.

Ritz-Carlton Moscow /Ararat Park Hyatt

DAY 3: Moscow

A full day of sightseeing includes Red Square, the center of

Moscow’s culture, and the colorful multi-domed St. Basil’s

Cathedral, Novodevichy Convent and Kuskovo Estate, the formersummer residence of the Sheremetyev Counts.

Ritz-Carlton Moscow/Ararat Park Hyatt B

DAY 4: Moscow/Sergiev Possad/Moscow

Drive into the countryside to visit the Trinity Monastery of

St. Sergius, an ancient center of the Russian Orthodox Church.

Ritz-Carlton Moscow/Ararat Park Hyatt B

DAY 5: Moscow/St. Petersburg

Visit two of the Kremlin’s cathedrals as well as the State Armory,

home to a collection of priceless artifacts that date back to the

14th century. It also houses the Diamond Fund, a separate

collection of Russia’s most valuable gems. This afternoon, choose

to visit the Tretyakov Gallery or the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts.

Late checkout is guaranteed before your overnight train journey

to St. Petersburg. Grand Express Train B

DAY 6: St. Petersburg

Arrive in St. Petersburg, founded by Peter the Great in 1703, for a

morning at leisure. This afternoon, visit the Hermitage Museum

and its extensive collection of artwork, considered to be one of the

finest in the world. Grand Hotel Europe/Hotel Astoria B

DAY 7: St. Petersburg

A full day’s sightseeing includes the Peter and Paul Fortress,

designed to stave off enemy attacks on the city and later one of

the most terrifying prisons in czarist Russia; St. Isaac’s Cathedralwith its gold dome; and the Yusupov Palace, the location forever

associated with the murder of the infamous Grigory Rasputin.

Grand Hotel Europe/Hotel Astoria B

DAY 8: St. Petersburg/Petrodvorets/St. Petersburg

Travel to Petrodvorets, the great summer palace of Peter the Great.

Its Grand Cascade — a sequence of sculptures, fountains and water

jets — is one of the largest fountain ensembles in the world. This

afternoon, return to St. Petersburg and visit the Russian Museum.

Grand Hotel Europe/Hotel Astoria B

DAY 9: St. Petersburg/Pushkin/St. Petersburg

Venture into the countryside to Pushkin and explore the sparkling

Catherine Palace. Then, enjoy lunch in a country restaurant with

traditional folk entertainment. This afternoon, visit Pavlovsk Great

Palace, a gift from Catherine the Great to her son Paul.

Grand Hotel Europe/Hotel Astoria B L

DAY 10: St. Petersburg/USA or Canada


Note: Opening and closing times for sightseeing in Russia are

subject to change on short notice. Therefore, some sightseeing may

need to be rearranged or substituted.

10 Days | Departs Friday, returns Sunday

Dolls for sale in front of S t. Isaac’s Cathedral

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 03 – 12 Jun 19 – 28 Aug 28 – Sep 06

Apr 10 – 19 Jun 26 – Jul 05 Sep 04 – 13

Apr 17 – 26 Jul 03 – 12 Sep 11 – 20

Apr 24 – May 03 Jul 10 – 19 Sep 18 – 27

May 01 – 10 Jul 17 – 26 Sep 25 – Oct 04

May 08 – 17 Jul 24 – Aug 02 Oct 02 – 11

May 15 – 24 Jul 31 – Aug 09 Oct 09 – 18

May 22 – 31 Aug 07 – 16 Oct 16 – 25


Jun 05 – 14 Aug 21 – 30 Oct 30 – Nov 08

Jun 12 – 2 1

PRICE PER PERSON


Low season Apr 03, Apr 17, Jul 31–Aug 14 , Oct 09–30 (GOLD); Jul 31–Aug 21 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 13,905 $ 12,680


Mid season Apr 10, Apr 24–May 08, Jul 17–24, Aug 21, Oct 02 (GOLD);May 01, Jul 17–24 (SILVER)


High season May 15–Jul 10, Aug 28–Sep 25 (GOLD);

Apr 03–24, May 08–Jul 10, Aug 28 –Oct 30 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 15,180 $ 14,250Single supplement $ 4,630 $ 3,670





Signature TurkeyAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1– 2: USA or Canada/Istanbul, Turkey

Depart on an overnight flight to Istanbul, where you are met and

privately transferred to your hotel overlooking the Bosphorus.

Spend the rest of the day as you like. Ritz-Carlton Istanbul

DAY 3: Istanbul

Explore the masterpieces of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture:

the sixth-century Basilica Cistern and the timeless Hagia Sophia,

one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture.Visit Topkapi Palace, a resplendent complex that is the former

seat of the Ottoman government. Explore the Pera District, the

present-day heart of Istanbul. Go atop the ancient Galata Tower for

360-degree views of this beautiful city. Ritz-Carlton Istanbul B

DAY 4: Istanbul/Cappadocia

Fly to Cappadocia to see the rock-carved churches at Göreme. The

unique landscape of this area was created by volcanic, geological

and erosive activity. Here amid the soft type of rock called tufa, one

of the most ancient and influential monastic movements took root

in the fourth century. Retire to your boutique hotel, renovated from

authentic Cappadocian housing. Anatolian Houses B

DAY 5: Cappadocia

This morning, you may choose an optional hot-air balloon

excursion (cost not included) over Cappadocia. Then, explore the

underground village of Kaymakli. After lunch, visit the potters of

Avanos, who have practiced their craft for more than 4,000 years.

Anatolian Houses B L

DAY 6: Cappadocia/Izmir/Ephesus/Kuşadasi

Fly to Izmir and view the remains of the great Ionian city of Ephesus,

the best-preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean.

KoruMar Hotel De Luxe B

DAY 7: Kuşadasi/Bodrum

Explore the ruins of Priene, the massive Temple of Apollo atDidyma and the temple at Euromos en route to Bodrum.

The Marmara Bodrum B

DAY 8: Bodrum

Discover Bodrum’s fascinating Museum of Underwater Archaeology,

housed in a former castle and containing many artifacts salvaged

from the surrounding waters. The Marmara Bodrum B

DAY 9: Bodrum/Istanbul

Fly to Istanbul and view the city walls before transferring to your

hotel located in the heart of the Old Town. This afternoon visit the

Grand Covered Bazaar. Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet B

DAY 10: Istanbul

The Ottoman Empire reached its zenith in the 16th century.

Explore the Suleymaniye Mosque, a symbol of the Golden Age

created by the great architect Sinan. Visit Dolmabaçe Palace, the

largest and finest example of Ottoman Baroque architecture in the

city. Conclude your journey with a private afternoon cruise on the

Bosphorus. Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet B

DAY 11: Istanbul/USA or Canada


11 Days | Departs Friday, returns Monday

Bodrum’s scenic harbor

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 03 – 13 May 15 – 25 Sep 25 – Oct 05

Apr 17 – 27 May 29 – Jun 08 Oct 16 – 26

May 01 – 11 Sep 04 – 14

PRICE PER PERSON




Internal airfare Istanbul/Kayseri; Kayseri/Izmir; Bodrum/Istanbul






Signature GreeceAn Independent Itinerary



DAYS 1-2: USA or Canada/Athens, Greece

Depart on an overnight flight to Athens and on arrival transfer to

your hotel. Hotel Grande Bretagne/Hilton Athens

DAY 3: Athens

Visit the principal monuments and sites of the city, including

Athens Stadium, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch and

the Theater of Dionyssos. See the Agora, the hub of the city from

the sixth century BC. Then walk through the picturesque Plakabefore arriving at the Acropolis, the complex of monuments that

most symbolizes Athens. Admire the Parthenon, one of the most

important ancient monuments in the Western world.

Hotel Grande Bretagne/Hilton Athens B

DAY 4: Athens/Cape Sounion/Athens

Spend time exploring the renowned National Archaeological

Museum, with its formidable collection of sculpture, pottery and

jewelry from one of the world’s preeminent ancient civilizations.

After lunch, journey along the coast to Cape Sounion and the

ruined Temple of Poseidon. Hotel Grande Bretagne/Hilton Athens B

DAY 5: Athens/Delphi/Athens

Delphi was home to Apollo, and its position between the

Phaedriades cliffs and Mount Ayios makes it one of the most

enchanting sites in Greece. Here you observe the major ruins that

include Athena’s Sanctuary, the Pentelic marble Round Building

and Apollo’s Temple. Return to Athens via Ossios Loukas to

admire the architecture and mosaics of the monastery, which is still

inhabited to this day. Hotel Grande Bretagne/Hilton Athens B

DAY 6: Athens/Crete

Fly to Crete and embark on a tour of the city. Visit the

Archaeological Museum and the Palace of Knossos which belonged

to King Minos and was the center of the Minoan civilization.

Elounda Beach Hotel/Elounda Bay Palace BDAY 7: Crete

Explore the eastern part of the island: the village of Kritsa,

renowned for its traditional weaving, and the famous church

of Panagia Kera with its beautiful frescoes. Enjoy the Cretan

countryside as you head toward Ierpetra’s Archaeological Museum.

Arrive in Siteia, where you may wish to climb up to the Venetian

Fort for spectacular views across the bay. Continue along the coast

to Toplou to see the 14th-century fortified monastery that contains

61 scenic icons. Elounda Beach Hotel/Elounda Bay Palace B

DAY 8: Crete

The day is at leisure to enjoy the facilities at your hotel.

Elounda Beach Hotel/Elounda Bay Palace B

DAY 9: Crete/USA or Canada

Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. B

A&K RECOMMENDS …

Fly to the beautiful island of Santorini to extend your stay for three

nights (see pages 135 of A&K’s 2009 Europe brochure for details).

9 Days | Departs Sunday, returns Monday

The guards at Syntagma Square performing their duties

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 26 – M ay 04 J un 28 – J ul 06 Aug 30 – S ep 07

May 03 – 11 Jul 05 – 13 Sep 06 – 14

May 10 – 18 Jul 12 – 20 Sep 13 – 21

May 17 – 25 Jul 19 – 27 Sep 20 – 28

May 24 – J un 01 J ul 26 – Aug 03 Sep 27 – O ct 05

May 31 – Jun 08 Aug 02 – 10 Oct 04 – 12

Jun 07 – 15 Aug 09 – 17 Oct 11 – 19

Jun 14 – 22 Aug 16 – 24 Oct 18 – 26

Jun 21 – 29 Aug 23 – 31 Oct 25 – Nov 02

PRICE PER PERSON


Low season Apr 26–May 31, Sep 27–Oct 25 (GOLD/SILVER)


Mid season Jun 07–21, Sep 06–20 (GOLD); Jun 07–21, Sep 13–20 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 12,110 $ 9,310Single supplement $ 3,445 $ 1,870

High season Jun 28–Aug 30 (GOLD); Jun 28–Sep 06 (SILVER)Double occupancy $ 13,240 $ 9,775Single supplement $ 4,010 $ 2,070

Internal airfare Athens/HeraklionEconomy class from $ 340





Mexico is a vibrant country that reflects

its Pre-Colombian roots as well as its

European heritage. Navigate the Aztec

waterways of Xochimilco and be one of

the first to enter the archaeological site

of Chichen Itza. Visit Celestun Reserve,

home to one of the largest colonies

of pink flamingos in the world.

Bienvenido a Mexico.

California offers many wonderful

options. Explore California Wine

Country — Sonoma and Napa

Valley — visiting premier vineyards

with your personal guide and enjoying

private wine tastings.

In Canada, delight in outdoor

adventures in the breathtaking beauty

of British Columbia. Spectacular

wildlife, alpine-covered mountains and

crystal-clear lakes await.

Though remote and sparsely populated, Alaska is blessed with

immense mountains, pristine coastlines

and plentiful wildlife. Explore this still

untouched wilderness in 21st-century

comfort, A&K style.

North America

M E X I C O | C A L I F O R N I A | C A N A D A | A L A S K A

TIME ZONE: Central Standard Time

PASSPORT & VISAS: U.S. citizens are required to have a

valid U.S. passport to travel to and from Mexico. No visais required for U.S. passport holders.


TIME ZONE: Pacific Standard Time

PASSPORT & VISAS: U.S. citizens are required to have

a valid U.S. passport to travel to and from Canada. Novisa is required for U.S. passport holders.

TIME ZONE: Alaska Standard Time




Signature MexicoAn Independent Itinerary



DAY 1: USA or Canada/Mexico City, Mexico

Mexico City is Mexico’s cultural and economic heart, a lively capital

city filled with remarkable Aztec ruins and beautiful Spanish

colonial architecture. Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City

DAY 2: Mexico City

Head to the world-renowned Anthropology Museum, navigate the

nearby Aztec waterways of Xochimilco in a private trajinera (Aztec

canal boat) and visit the charming suburb of San Angel for theBazar Sabado (Saturday Bazaar). Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City B L

DAY 3: Mexico City

Take a privately guided tour of the archaeological site Teotihuacan.

Then, stroll through Mexico City’s central square, the Zocalo,

flanked by the National Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the

Templo Mayor. Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City B

DAY 4: Mexico City/Campeche

Enjoy a brief tour of historic Campeche city center en route to your

hotel. This evening, delight in the light show of Campeche.

Hotel Puerta Campeche B

DAY 5: Campeche

This morning is yours to enjoy at your leisure. In the afternoon,

take a privately guided tour of the fascinating Mayan archaeological

site of Edzna with your certified guide. Hotel Puerta Campeche B

DAY 6: Campeche/Merida

Head northwards to the lavish and sprawling Hacienda Temozon in

the heart of Mayan territory and explore the Puuc Route including

the archaeological site of Uxmal. There, savor a typical pibil (earth-

cooked) meal of chicken or pork and meet a Mayan family en route.

Hacienda Temozon B L

DAY 7: Merida

Discover Celestun Reserve, one of the most important protected

areas in the Yucatan Peninsula, and explore the mangrove estuariesand wetlands by boat. In the afternoon, enjoy a privately guided

tour of Merida, a city that was named by the conquering Spaniards

in honor of the city of Merida in Spain. Hacienda Temozon B

DAY 8: Merida

Enjoy the day at leisure at the Hacienda, where you can relax by

the pool, horseback ride or indulge in an assortment of other

entertaining choices. Hacienda Temozon B

DAY 9: Merida/Chichen Itza

This morning is yours to enjoy at the Hacienda. In the afternoon,

embark on a privately guided trip to the picturesque city of Izamal

with its yellow painted monastery and un-excavated mounds.Continue to Piste, the town surrounding the most famous of all

Mayan archeological sites, Chichen Itza, where you check into your

charming bungalow. The Mayaland Bungalows at Chichen Itza B

DAY 10: Chichen Itza/Cancun/USA or Canada

Explore the famed archaeological site of Chichen Itza this morning

with your expert guide. Continue to Cancun for your flight home.

A&K RECOMMENDS...

Extend your stay at the newly opened Mandarin Oriental Riviera

Maya. Please ask A&K for details.

10 Days, Departs Friday, returns Sunday

Beautiful pink flamingos, Yucatan, Mexico

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements




Internal Airfare Mexico City/Campeche



DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jan 02 – 11 Mar 27 – Apr 05 Nov 20 – 29

Jan 16 – 25 Apr 17 – 26 Dec 04 – 13

Jan 30 – Feb 08 May 01 – 10 Dec 18 – 27

Feb 13 – 22 Oct 02 – 11

Feb 27 – Mar 08 Oct 16 – 25

Mar 13 – 22 Nov 06 – 15



Signature California Wine CountryAn Independent Itinerary



DAY 1: San Francisco, California

San Francisco is perhaps the world’s most diverse and exciting

city and is the ideal place to begin your Signature California Wine

Country journey. Your luxurious hotel, where you have a Club Level

room with special access to the lounge and to its concierge services,

is perfectly located in San Francisco’s historic and chic Nob Hill

district. Spend the day exploring your new neighborhood and the

rest of San Francisco. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco DAY 2: San Francisco

After a morning at leisure, your private driver-guide shows you

your choice of the Presidio, Harry Houdini’s boyhood home, the

Cliff House, Ocean Beach or Golden Gate Park. If you prefer, take

a privately guided walk through Chinatown, North Beach and

Fisherman’s Wharf. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco B

DAY 3: San Francisco/Napa Valley

Take in great vistas as you are driven to Napa Valley and

your charming hotel, Meadowood Napa Valley. Luxuriate in

Meadowood’s amenities including its spa, where you can enjoy a

therapeutic massage, its lovely pool or have a picnic prepared by the

resident chef. Meadowood Napa Valley B

DAY 4: Sonoma

Visit the 62-acre Quarryhill Botanical Gardens, home to one of

the largest collections of scientifically documented wild source

temperate Asian plants in North America and Europe, which

were planted by Quarryhill’s owners in an effort to fully represent

the endangered habitats of Eastern Asia. Planting new seedlings

continues every spring and fall, with oaks, maples, dogwoods, lilies

and roses particularly well represented in the garden. Increased

efforts have been made to focus on rare and endangered species

from China and Japan. Next, head to Loxton Cellars, a vineyard

known for its limited production of ultra-premium Syrah wines aswell as Zinfandels, California’s “native” grape. After enjoying a food

and wine pairing at Loxton Cellars, stroll through the vineyards

with the owner who later shares his collectible varietals with you

and offers a private barrel tasting. Meadowood Napa Valley B

DAY 5: Napa Valley

This morning, you may take an optional hot-air balloon ride

over this scenic valley or simply enjoy your beautiful resort. This

afternoon, privately visit two of the region’s most prominent

vineyards. Far Niente is a historic wine estate, founded in 1885 by

John Benson, a forty-niner of the California gold rush and uncle of

the famous American impressionist painter Winslow Homer. FarNiente produces one Chardonnay and one Cabernet Sauvignon,

both known for their high quality (if a wine does not meet Niente’s

standards, it does not make the final blend). Enjoy a private tasting

of their award-winning varietals with the opportunity to purchase a

signed case of assorted wines for your private cellar. At Francis Ford

Coppola’s Rubicon Estate learn about the history of Napa Valley,

the director’s vineyard — whose cellars sometimes serve as storage

for his theatrical props — and the film industry. Afterward, enjoy

tasting fine varietals. Meadowood Napa Valley B

DAY 6: Napa Valley/San Francisco

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. B

6 Days | Departs Saturday, returns Thursday

Guest room at the Rit z-Carlton, San Francisco

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangementsDouble occupancy $ 6,830



DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Apr 18 – 23 Jul 11 – 16 Sep 12 – 17

May 09 – 14 Jul 18 – 23 Sep 26 – Oct 01

May 23 – 28 Aug 01 – 06 Oct 17 – 22

Jun 06 – 11 Aug 15 – 20 Oct 31 – Nov 05

Jun 20 – 25 Aug 29 – Sep 03 Nov 07 – 12

Aerial view of Meadowood Napa Valley



Signature British ColumbiaAn Independent Itinerary



DAY 1: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Begin your journey in Vancouver, a sophisticated, beautiful city

surrounded by mountains. Wedgewood Hotel

DAY 2: Vancouver

Explore downtown Vancouver with an experienced guide. Unique

highlights include stopping at Stanley Park which has 1,000 acres

of forest and gardens surrounded by beaches. Wander among

totem poles, stop at Prospect Point and visit the rose gardens.Explore Chinatown and then continue to Vancouver’s North Shore

and observe the life cycle of the Pacific Salmon at the renowned

Capilano Fish Hatchery. A scenic drive overlooking the Pacific

Ocean leads you to a refreshing walk through a breathtaking

Coastal Virgin Rainforest. Savor a gourmet picnic that is served on

beautiful French china, complete with stemware for the beverages

and crisp linens. Wedgewood Hotel B L

DAY 3: Vancouver/Tofino, Vancouver Island

Take a private Cessna seaplane charter from Vancouver to Tofino,

arriving at the Long Beach Lodge Resort. Perched on the edge of

Cox Bay, the cedar-shingled resort is the perfect west coast setting

of old-growth forest trees, rugged coastline and a sandy beach with

crashing surf. Long Beach Lodge Resort B

DAY 4: Tofino

Explore the quiet inlet waters and ancient coastal rainforest of

Clayoquot Sound with a guide by kayak. Make your way from

Meares Landing across Tofino Harbor to the shores of Meares

Island, where you can take a short hike into the rainforest replete

with giant cedars. Afterward, paddle across Lemmen’s Inlet,

weaving among the harbor islets, to leisurely make your way back to

Meares Landing. Long Beach Lodge Resort B

DAY 5: Tofino

Explore the area in search of whales on board a full rigid hull24-foot Zodiac boat (10–12 passengers). Each passenger is outfitted

in a full-length Mustang floater suit with built-in life jacket for

comfort and safety at sea. The excursion takes you through the

pristine waters of Clayoquot Sound, revealing sensational scenery

and wildlife. Long Beach Lodge Resort B

DAY 6: Tofino/Salt Spring Island

Take a chartered Cessna seaplane flight from Tofino to Ganges

Harbor on Salt Spring Island. Spend the afternoon enjoying the

island, visiting local studios and galleries or walking in town.

Hastings House Country House Hotel B

DAY 7: Salt Spring Island

Known as the center for arts and crafts, Salt Spring Island boasts

more than 30 resident properties of artists. Meet your private guide

for an art hunt and gallery safari.

Hastings House Country House Hotel B

DAY 8: Salt Spring Island/Vancouver

Take a private Cessna seaplane from Salt Spring Island to

Vancouver. Transfer to Vancouver International Airport and board

your homebound flight. B

8 Days | Departs Sunday, returns Sunday

Sunset at the Long Beach Lodge Resort

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements


Single supplement $ 2,690Solo traveller price is available upon request.

Internal airfare Vancouver/Tofino/Salt Spring Island/Vancouver

Private charter from $ 2,375

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 May 17 – 24 Jul 26 – Aug 02 Oct 04 – 11

May 31 – Jun 07 Aug 09 – 16 Oct 18 – 25

Jun 14 – 21 Aug 23 – 30

Jun 28 – Jul 05 Sep 06 – 13

Jul 12 – 19 Sep 20 – 27



Signature AlaskaAn Independent Itinerary



DAY 1: Anchorage, Alaska

Arrive in Anchorage and transfer to your hotel. Your program

has been carefully designed to combine the best lodge properties

with the freedom to select from a variety of activities to suit your

individual preferences. Begin your adventure this afternoon on a

private visit with a famed Alaskan artist at his homestead, where

you view his collection of work and sample local cuisine.

Hotel Captain Cook DAY 2: Anchorage/Winterlake

Transfer to Lake Hood for a flight to Winterlake Lodge with the

opportunity for flightseeing near Mount McKinley en route. Your

remote lodge, located along the western edge of the Alaska Range

and a checkpoint on the historic Iditarod Trail, features just five

private guest cabins. After lunch, try hiking, canoeing or fishing.

Join fellow travellers for a wine tasting in the bar and then sit down

to a gourmet dinner. Winterlake Lodge B L D

DAY 3: Winterlake

Participate in your choice of guided activities at the lodge. If you

prefer to do something independently (or with a friend), take a hike

through the lovely grounds. For something more relaxing, enjoy a

massage or a dip in the wood-fired hot tub. Winterlake Lodge B L D

DAY 4: Winterlake/Redoubt Bay/Anchorage

Fly by floatplane over the dramatic volcanic chain that links

Winterlake with Redoubt Bay Critical Bear Habitat. This is a prime

location for watching brown and black bear feeding on spawning

salmon. Late this afternoon, fly to Anchorage for an evening at

leisure. Hotel Captain Cook B L

DAY 5: Anchorage/Prince of Wales Island

Fly by jet to Ketchikan and then by floatplane to your lodge on

Prince of Wales Island in Alaska’s Inside Passage. One of the

premier multi-activity lodges in Alaska, The Lodge at Whales Passhas an intimate 14 guest rooms and suites. Since the summer sun

sets late at night, you are able to fish or kayak near your lodge this

evening. The Lodge at Whale Pass B L D

DAY 6: Prince of Wales Island

Travel to Le Conte Bay and the active Le Conte Glacier. Ice falls

from its face almost continuously, forming floating icebergs from

basketball to ‘Titanic’ size. Watch the ice spectacle and the harbor

seals taking shelter from predators on floating ice.

The Lodge at Whale Pass B L D

DAY 7: Prince of Wales Island

Your day is at leisure to choose your activity. Choices include guided

hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, ocean or freshwater fishing,

whale watching, bear viewing and caving.

The Lodge at Whale Pass B L D

DAY 8: Prince of Wales Island/Ketchikan

After a morning of activity at the lodge, fly by floatplane to

Ketchikan for your homebound flight. B L

A&K RECOMMENDS...

Extend your stay to Denali National Park. Please ask A&K for

details


Hikers on Red Lake Trail at Winterlake Lodge

PRICE PER PERSON

Land arrangements



Solo traveller price is available upon request.Internal Airfare Anchorage/Winterlake/Redoubt Bay/Anchorage/Ketchikan/

Prince of Wales Island/Ketchikan from $ 1,995

All flights charter except for Anchorage to Ketchikan

DEPARTURE DATES

2009 Jun 06 – 13 Jul 11 – 18 Aug 15 – 22

Jun 13 – 20 Jul 18 – 25 Aug 22 – 29

Jun 20 – 27 Jul 25 – Aug 01 Aug 29 – Sep 05

Jun 27 – Jul 04 Aug 01 – 08

Jul 04 – 11 Aug 08 – 15


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A JOURNEY FOR EVERY INTEREST

Abercrombie & Kent’s group travel department creates

rewarding journeys for any interest, from art and architecture

to history and contemporary culture. We work hand in hand

with your alumni society, zoo or museum group, wine and

food group or employee rewards program. The result is a

carefully crafted distinctive journey perfectly tailored to your

unique interests:

A food-lover’s journey with a private visit to a gelateria , apicnic on a Provençal hilltop or fresh seafood served on an

ice-carved table atop a glacier

A chance to adopt a school in Peru and work directly with

the children or assist the local residents as they sow or plow

their fields

A conservation trip to help anti-poaching efforts in

Masai Mara or replant bamboo in the Wulong Panda

Reserve in China

An artistic journey with a private visit to a Chinese opera

academy or a private choral concert in a beautiful cathedral

A journey into the past in the Middle East, with expert local

guides weaving history, archaeology and storytelling into a

unique and enriching experience

LET US ARRANGE THE DETAILS

Your journey begins with a phone call to one of our group

specialists, who oversees your program from beginning to

end. With Abercrombie & Kent’s 47-year reputation, we can

arrange for special access and opportunities for your group

that no other travel company can match.

Special Interest Group Travel

Contact your travel professional or an Abercrombie & Kent Group Specialist at 866 572 1665.

Gather your group for a one-of-a-kind journey



A CELEBRATION UNIQUELY YOURS

Whether a honeymoon, anniversary, family reunion or

a special birthday, Abercrombie & Kent can make any

event flawless and unforgettable. A dedicated Celebrations

Specialist sees to every detail, from the perfect place to stay to

memorable meals, children’s activities and adult adventures.

Celebrate your birthday with a day of shopping in London’s

boutiques, accompanied by your own fashion consultant.

Mark your anniversary by renewing your vows with a

Hindu pandit (priest) in the Shiva Temple in Jaipur.

Gather the family for a reunion in China, where you visit

the Terra Cotta Warriors and fly a kite from the ramparts of

the Great Wall.

THE ABERCROMBIE & KENT GIFT REGISTRY

Travel is the perfect gift, and Abercrombie & Kent makes

giving it a pleasure. Our Gift Registry works just like the

registry from a fine department store. Choose the dates and

destinations for your itinerary on our web site, then use our

email alert feature to notify friends and family of your desired

gift. We’ll even help you send responses with our simple,

personalized email “thank you cards.”

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Abercrombie & Kent Gift Certificates are another great way

to give the gift of travel. Gift certificates can be purchased

online in denominations as low as $500; they have no

blackout dates and never expire. Whether you want to

contribute toward a best friend’s honeymoon or send your

top earners on safari, the starting point is your imagination

and the options are endless.

Celebrate with Abercrombie & Kent

Mark the milestones with the gift of travel

Speak to your travel professional or a Celebrations Specialist at800 595 0169 to begin planning the celebration of a lifetime.


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after a few days with our guide, we could recognizeKing Ramses simply by the

cartouches on his belt.



For 25 years, Abercrombie & Kent’s Marco Polo Club

has provided dedicated travellers with exceptional travelopportunities and rewards available nowhere else.

The cornerstone of Marco Polo Club membership is the

Invitational journey, a specially arranged itinerary only offered

to Club members. Invitational journeys are distinguished by

their experienced and erudite guides, as well as the renowned

naturalists, historians and other experts who help to reveal

the world’s most remarkable people and places at their most

authentic.

Marco Polo Club members enjoy numerous privileges and

benefits, including: Exclusive Invitational journeys — around 40 every year

Priority waitlist access to sold-out programs

Savings of five percent on A&K travel after your first trip*

Waiver of $300 Tailor Made planning fee

Annual photo contest exclusively for Club members

Exclusive offers from our partners

For a nominal membership fee, Marco Polo Club is open to bothfirst-time travellers and seasoned globetrotters — anyone with a

love of exploration and discovery.

Call 866 252 3836 or visit u s at akmarcopoloclub.com to join

the world’s greatest community of travellers.

*Not applicable to Private Jet journeys; other restrictions apply.

Marco Polo Club

The world’s finest travel community



Adventure Crew

Ignite the spark of adventure in a young traveller with a

free membership in Abercrombie & Kent’s Adventure Crew.

Every child age 14 and under booked on an A&K journey is

automatically enrolled in the club, and the fun begins as soon

as you make your reservation.

FUN AND GAMES — AND LEARNING

Your children receive a DVD introducing them to travel

with Abercrombie & Kent, including the many fun and

enriching activities designed particularly for young travellers.The Adventure Crew web site is the next stop, an online

community featuring games, destination profiles and a chance

to discover how children in other countries live and play.

THE RIGHT GEAR FOR THE YOUNG TRAVELLER

While online, children can take a personality quiz that helps

them determine what kind of traveller they are. Do they

prefer exploring uncharted territories, riding the waves on

a surfboard or helping to preserve wild animals and their

habitat? Whatever their preference, the Adventure Crew has

a Club kit to suit them: a backpack full of gear tailored to the

adventurer, the athlete or the conservationist, including a

camera, travel journal and deck of cards.

BACK HOME, THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES

Once they’re home from their adventure, children can share

their experiences with other Adventure Crew members andsubmit their vacation photos to a contest held especially for

our young guests — there are plenty of cool prizes to win,

and they might even see their photo in an Abercrombie &

Kent brochure.

For young travellers, the world awaits

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Learn more about the Club at its web site, akadventurecrew.com.



Abercrombie & Kent knows the value of planning for every

travel contingency. Circumstances can force you to cancel

your trip at the last minute, return home early or seek

emergency medical treatment overseas. That’s why we’ve

developed our unique Passenger Travel Protection Plan in

conjunction with America’s number one travel insurance

provider, Travelguard.

The plan is easy to purchase, with no questions to answer

or forms to fill out. The option to buy is included on your

departure invoice; simply pay the amount shown and you are

enrolled automatically.

Passenger Travel Protection is designed to give you coverage

in all the areas you need:

Pre-existing medical conditions included in your trip

cancellation or interruption coverage

Medical coverage for illness or injury sustained while

abroad. Make A&K coverage your primary insurance for

a mere $35 upgrade and receive the full benefit of A&K’s

generous traveller protection

Baggage loss, theft, delay or damage protection tailored to

the needs of A&K clientele is available for a $20 upgrade

Toll-free 24/7 assistance with medical, dental or legal

emergencies, lost travel documents, emergency cash

transfers and more

One more reason to travel with A&K

The Passenger Travel Protection Plan

Insurance is underwritten by National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa., a Pennsylvania Insurance Company (NAIC #19445), currently authorized to transactbusiness in all states and the District of Columbia. The policy will conta in reductions, limitations, exclusions and termination provisions. Not all coverages are available in all states.

Enjoy the world with greater peace of mind — with Abercrombie & Kent’spassenger travel protection plan.



INCLUDED IN SIGNATURE PROGRAMS: Prices are valid to

December 2009, (2010 pricing details will be subject to final confirmation),and include all accommodations as noted in the itinerary; meals as specified;

arrival and departure transfers (regardless of arrival a nd departure

days); fully-guided sightseeing as noted in the i tinerary (including park

and entrance fees); bottled water supplied during sightseeing; selected

beverages with meals; services of a driver a nd guide or driver-guide;

handling of two pieces of baggage per person for international flights (other

conditions/restrictions may apply for internal routes; please refer to Baggage

section); hotel taxes.

Medical Evacuation Service, when available, including air transportation

to medical care facilities, if necessary, is included within Kenya, Tanzania,

Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

**GRATUITIES ON SIGNATURE PROGRAMS: Gratuities are

not included in the program price and are at the traveller’s discretion and

should be based on the level of satisfaction with the service received.Recommended guidelines for each area visited are provided in A&K’s

pre-tour documentation.

NOT INCLUDED IN SIGNATURE PROGRAM PRICES:

Passenger Travel Protection Program; international and internal airfares,

unless otherwise noted; costs associated with obtaining passports or entry

visas; airport departure taxes, unless otherwise noted; excess baggage

charges; gratuities to the driver and guide or driver-guide, or ship’s crew

as outlined in the GRATUITIES ON SIGNATURE PROGRAMS

section; meals other than specified in the itinerary; beverages other than

noted in your “Pre-Tour Documentation,” sightseeing and game drives not

included in the itinerary; personal expenses such as laundry, communication

charges and optional activities (which are subject to availability).

ITINERARIES:Accommodations (hotel or vessel) and arranged

sightseeing are subject to change at any time due to unforeseencircumstances or circumstances beyond A&K’s control. Every eort will be

made to operate tours as planned, but alterations may occur after the final

itinerary has been issued. A&K also reserves the right to withdraw a tour or

any part of it, to make such alterations to the itinerary or the tour inclusions

as it deems necessary or desirable, and to pass on to tour members any

expenditures or losses caused by delays or events beyond its control.

SPECIAL REQUESTS: Specific requests such as adjacent or connecting

rooms, bedding requests, smoking or non-smoking rooms and special

dietary needs should be advised at time of booking. Please note that every

eort will be made to secure your special requests; however, they cannot

be guaranteed.

PRICES AND ARRANGEMENTS: Quoted program prices include

planning, handling and operational charges, and are based on current rates

of exchange, tari

s and taxes as of June 2008. A&K reserves the rightto increase tour prices to cover increased costs, taris and taxes received

after prices are published, and to reflect fluctuations in foreign exchange

markets. A&K is under no obligation to give breakdown costs involved in

any SIGNATURE or Tailor Made program.

IMMEDIATE CHECK-IN: On programs where immediate check-in

has not been included in the program price, A&K does request that hotels

do their utmost to facilitate this service; however, it is not guaranteed. Most

hotels allow check-in to take place during the mid-afternoon. Should you

wish to have your room ready for immediate check-in upon arrival, A&K can

arrange this for an additional charge. Please ask for details and prices.

EARLY ARRIVAL: A&K recommends that you arrive a day or two before

the start of your tour to allow time to relax and refresh after your journey

and to prepare for the start of your program. A&K has negotiated special

overnight rates at many hotels contained within this brochure. Please

ask for details at time of booking. Departing early from the U.S. is alsorecommended in the winter months, due to possible flight disruptions and

cancellations caused by inclement weather conditions.

ACTIVEELEMENTS: On specified SIGNATURE programs some

active elements have been incorporated into the itinerary. To enjoy the

program as intended, a minimum level of fitness i s required. A&K will

require notice if any participant has a ny physical or other condition or

disability that could create a hazard to himself or herself or to other

members of the selected program. A&K reserves the right to decline to

accept anyone that it considers unsuitable due to fitness level. A&K also

reserves the right to remove from the trip, at the participant’s own expense,

anyone whose condition is such that it could create a hazard to himself or

herself or others, or otherwise impact the enjoyment of other passengers

on the trip. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED

ANY CLARIFICATION ABOUT A SPECIFIC PROGRAM

PLEASE ASK FOR DETAILS AT TIME OF BOOKING.

BAGGAGE: Tour prices include the handling of two pieces of baggage

per person. Weight restrictions on some routes on internal air flights

may apply; details will be provided with preliminary tour documentation.

Baggage and personal eects are at owner’s risk throughout the travel

program. Please check with your international carrier for other baggage

restrictions applicable to your international flights.

A&K’S PASSENGER TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN: Our

specially designed travel protection plan, which provides cancellation

coverage, medical coverage and protection against lost or damaged

luggage, is not included in the tour price and it is strongly recommended.

Please see page 97 for more details.

PASSPORTS AND VISAS: Valid passports are required for travel to

the destinations in this brochure. Check with your travel agent or A&K forthe latest visa requirements. Please note that non-U.S. passport holders are

responsible for obtaining the required documentation applicable for entry.

Please note also that passports must be valid for six (6) months after the

return of your journey and should a lso have sucient blank pages for visas

and immigrations stamps. A&K cannot be held responsible should you be

denied entry to a country due to non-compliance with these requirements.

A copy of your valid passport must be submitted to A&K in order to confirm

air reservations.

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE: For all

SIGNATURE programs in this brochure (except SIGNATURE

SCOTLAND, SIGNATURE INDIA and SIGNATURE KENYA),

a deposit of $1,250 per person is required at the time of booking. Final

payment is due 90 days prior to departure. If your reservation is made

within 90 days of departure, the entire cost of the trip must be paid at the

time of the request in order to secure confirmation.

For SIGNATURE SCOTLAND, a deposit of $1,500 per person is

required at the time of booking. Final payment is due 120 days prior to

departure. If your reservation is made within 120 days of departure, the

entire cost of the program must be paid at the time of confirmation.

For SIGNATURE INDIA, final payment is due 120 days prior to

departure for all departures between October 5 and December 31, 2009. If

your reservation is made within 120 days of departure, the entire cost of the

program must be paid at the time of confirmation.

For SIGNATURE KENYA, a deposit of $1,250 per person is required

at the time of booking. Final payment is due 120 days prior to departure. If

your reservation is made within 120 days of departure, the entire cost of the

program must be paid at the time of confirmation.

CANCELLATION CHARGES:For all Signature programs in this

brochure (except Signature Scotland, Signature Alaska, Signature India andSignature Kenya), cancellations received by A&K 90 days or more prior to

departure will be subject to a $500 per person/per tour cancellation fee;

89–60 days, will be subject to 20% of the program price; 59–30 days will

be 50% of program price and 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of

program price. A 100% CANCELLATION CHARGE APPLIES TO

INTERNAL AIR CANCELLED LESS THAN 90 DAYSPRIOR

TO DEPARTURE, WHERE APPLICABLE.

CANCELLATION CHARGES FOR SIGNATURE SCOTLAND:

Cancellations received by A&K 120 days or more prior to departure will

be subject to a $750 per person cancellation fee per tour program; 119–90

days, 20% of the program price; 89–30 days, 50% of the program price;

and 29 days or less, 100% of the program price.

CANCELLATION CHARGES FOR SIGNATURE ALASKA:

Cancellations received by A&K 90 days or more prior to departure will besubject to a $500 per person/per tour cancellation fee; 89 days or less will

be subject to 100% of the program price. A 100% cancellation charge

applies to internal air cancelled less than 90 days prior to departure.

CANCELLATION CHARGES FOR SIGNATURE INDIA:

Cancellations for all India departures operating between October 5 and

December 31, 2009 that are received by A&K 120 days or more prior to

departure will be subject to a $500 per person/per tour cancellation fee;

119–60 days will be subject to 50% of the program price; 59–30 days will

be 75% of the program price; and 29 days or less will be subject to 100%

of the program price.

CANCELLATION CHARGES FOR SIGNATURE KENYA:

Cancellations received by A&K 120 days or more prior to departure will be

subject to a $500 per person/per tour cancellation fee; 119 days or less will

be subject to 100% of the program price. 100% cancellation charge appliesto internal air cancelled less than 120 days prior to departure.

CANCELLATION CHARGES FOR EXTRA SERVICES:

Additional hotel nights and other extra services booked in connection with

A&K programs are subject to the following: Cancellations received 31 or

more days prior to the service will be refunded in full; cancellations received

30–15 days in advance will be charged 50% of the price; cancellations

received less than 15 days in advance will be charged 100% of the price.

Please note that special cancellation charges apply to Southern Africa

services.

AIR TRANSPORTATION: INTERNATIONAL AIRFARES ARE

NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR COST. ABERCROMBIE & KENT,

INC., HAS SPECIAL AGREEMENTS WITH MANY CARRIERS

AND CAN OFFER QUOTATIONS FROM ANY GATEWAY.

PLEASE ASK YOUR TOUR CONSULTANT ABOUT OUR

SPECIAL FARES. AIR RESERVATIONS WILL NOT BE

CONFIRMED UNTIL A PASSPORT COPY IS RECEIVED

BY A&K.

Airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission

or event during the time passengers are not on board their planes or

conveyances. These programs may use the services of any IATA carrier.

International air carriers are subject to international air conventions limiting

their liability. The limitations of liability are contained on the reverse side of

the airline ticket or e-ticket receipt, or on the carrier’s web site, and form part

of the terms and conditions of this package. The passage contract in use by

these companies, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the

companies and the purchaser of these travel programs and/or passage.

Terms & Conditions



CLAIMS AND REFUNDS: Refunds are not made for any missed services, except for verifiable extenuating

circumstances. Please see our Limits on Abercrombie & Kent’s Responsibility clause on this p age. For verifiable

claims to be considered, they must be received in writing w ithin 30 days of the termination of the program and be

accompanied by supporting documentation and/or a statement from the local destination company verifying the

claim. Any adjustment considered will be based on the actual price of the services involved and not on a per diem

basis. Adjustments will not be made for unused sig htseeing trips or meals. A&K will not accept a ny liability for any

claims that are not received within 30 days of the termination of your travel program. All claims for days missed while

travelling should be made in writing within 3 0 days of the termination of the program.

PHOTOGRAPHYDURING TRAVEL: Abercrombie & Kent reserves the right to take photographs during the

operation of any program or part thereof and to use them for promotional purposes. By booking a program with A&K,

program members agree to allow their images to be used in such p hotographs. Program members who prefer that

their images not be used are asked to identify themselves to their Tour Director at the beginning of their program.A&K TAILOR MADE TRAVEL PROGRAMS:Terms and Conditions for the A&K Tailor Made Travel programs

and Tailor Made Portfolio hotels may vary from those shown above. Please ask f or details.

**GRATUITIES ON INDEPENDENT PROGRAMS (SIGNATURE AND TAILOR MADE). Gratuities

are not included in the program price and are at the discretion of the traveller. Recommended guidelines for each area

visited are provided in A&K’s pre-tour documentation.

LIMITS ON ABERCROMBIE & KENT’S RESPONSIBILITY: Abercrombie & Kent, Inc., its employees,

shareholders, ocers, directors, successors, agents and assigns (collectively A&K), does not own or operate any entity

which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip. It purchases transportation (by aircraft, coach, train, vessel

or otherwise), hotel and other lodging accommodations, restaurant, ground handling and other services from various

independent suppliers (including from time to time other aliated Abercrombie & Kent companies). All such persons

and entities are independent contractors. As a result A&K is not liable for any negligent or willful act of any such

person or entity or of any third person.

In addition and without limitation, A&K is not responsible for any injury, financial or physical loss, death,

inconvenience, delay or damage to personal property in connection with the provision of any goods or services

whether resulting from but not limited to acts of God or f orce majeure, illness, disease, acts of war, civil unrest,

insurrection or revolt, animals, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, overbooking

or downgrading of services, food poisoning, mechanical or other failure of aircraft or other means of transportation or

for failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart on time.

There are many inherent risks in adventure travel of the type involved here, which can lead to illness, injury, or even

death. These risks are increased by the fact that these trips take place in remote locations, far from medical facilities.

Passenger assumes all such risks associated with participating in this trip.

TRAVEL ADVISORIES AND WARNINGS: It is the responsibility of The Traveller to become informed about

the most current travel advisories and warnings by referring to the U. S. State Department’s travel website at www.

travel.state.gov/ or by phone at 1-888-407- 4747. In the event of an active State Department Travel Warning against

travel to the specific destination location(s) of the trip, should The Traveller still choose to travel, notwithstanding any

travel advisory or warning, The Traveller assumes all risk of personal injury, death or property damage that may arise

out of the events like those advised or warned against.

ARBITRATION AGREEMENT:Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to these TERMS AND

CONDITIONS, to the LIMITS ON ABERCROMBIE & KENT’S RESPONSIBILITY clause, to the

brochure, to any information relating in any way to the trip, to the trip itself, or to any products or services related

to the trip, shall be settled solely and exclusively by binding arbitration in Chicago, Illinois, in accordance w ith

the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association, except that (a) in lieu of a personal

appearance at arbitration, the arbitration may be conducted by telephonic means, (b) arbitration is the exclusive forum

for dispute resolution (no court actions), and (c) except as otherwise provided by statute, each party shall bear its own

costs and expenses and an equal share of the a rbitrator and administrative fees.

TRAVELLERS REPRESENTATIONS: The Traveller represents that neither he nor she nor anyone travelling with

him or her has any physical or other condition or d isability that could create a hazard to himself or herself or other

members of the tour. A&K reserves the right to decline to accept a nyone on a trip. A&K reserves the right to remove

from the trip, at his or her sole expense, anyone whose condition is such that he or she could create a hazard to himself

or others, or otherwise impact the enjoyment of other passengers on the trip.

ANY PAYMENT TO ABERCROMBIE & KENT CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS AND

CONDITIONS SET OUT HEREIN AND IN MORE SPECIFIC PRE-DEPARTURE PASSENGER DOCUMENTATION,

INCLUDING THE PASSENGER INFORMATION FORM.

Abercrombie & Kent accepts all major credit cards.

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YOUR DAY, TRAVELLING BELL BOY, SIGNATURE SERIES, SIMPLY THE BEST WAY TO TRAVEL, INSPIRING

EXPERIENCES and PRIVATE JOURNEYS are service marks owned by Abercrombie & Kent Group of Companies,

S.A. The service marks and trademarks of airlines appearing in this brochure are owned by the respective companies

mentioned.

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Throughout this brochure, you’ll see references to

“Abercrombie & Kent” (or simply “A&K”). This is our shorthand

for the many independent A&K companies that work with

Abercrombie & Kent, Inc. of Downers Grove, Illinois, to provide

its travellers with a consistent worldwide standard of expertise

and excellence in travel. Their independence allows our guests to

benefit from the unique local knowledge and specialized services

available only from destination-based operating companies

around the globe.

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Abercrombie & Kent, Inc., as an

Active Member of USTOA, is required to post $1 Million

with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the

terms and conditions of the USTOA Travellers Assistance

Program, the advance payments of Abercrombie & Kent, Inc.

customers in the unlikely event of Abercrombie & Kent, Inc.’sbankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you

should understand that the $1 Million posted by Abercrombie

& Kent, Inc. may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery

of the advance payments received by Abercrombie & Kent, Inc.

Complete details of the USTOA Travellers Assistance Program

may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue,

Suite 2014, New York, NY 10016, or by email to information@

ustoa.com or by visiting their Web site at www.USTOA.com.

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Abercrombie & Kent, Inc. is also a member of theAmerican Society of Travel Agents TOP Program,

open only to select tour operators.

TRAVEL AGENTS

A travel agent can enhance your trip by providing information

and advice not contained in this brochure. A&K has long-

standing relationships with the industry’s best travel agents and

would be pleased to work with yours.

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Department, Jon Arnold, JoEllyn Augustine, Stefan Auth, Michael Bischof, Randa Bishop, Tom Brakefield, Brand

X, Robert Bremec, Bill Brooks, Michele Burgess, Reute Butler, Peter Cade, Campi ya Kanzi, Martin Child, Philip

Coblentz, Corbis, Ron Dahlquist, Danita Delimont, Digital Railroad, Chad Ehlers, Estockphoto, Macdu Everton,

Michele Falzone, Steve Filipiak, Stuart Fox, Robert Fried, Getty Images, Martin Harvey, Dallas & John Heaton,

Hernan Herrero, Debbie Hill, Robert Holmes, Image Source, Istock Photo, Rainer Jahns, Jordan Tourism Board,

Russel Kord, Pamela Lassers, Donald Levine, Peter Lijia, Josip Madracevic, Gail Mooney-Kelly, Laurence Monneret,

Moroccan National Tourist Oce, Andrew Morse, Richard Nowitz, Tim Pannell, Chris Parker, Pezula, Photodisc,

Loma Piche, Pictures Colour Library, Polka Dot Images, Punchstock, Purestock, Leanna Rathkelly, Robert Harding

World Imagery, Brian & Mary Roberts, Joel W. Rogers, Darlene Rollins, Anders Ryman, Rob Sakowitz, Saigon

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Destinations



Index of Dates & Destinations

DESTINATION CAT PAGE DAYS/NIGHTS PRICED FROM JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH

AFRICA

Zambia S 18 14/13 $ 6,995

South Africa S 20 13/12 $ 6,670 5, 12 ,19 2, 9, 16 2, 9 ,16

Botswana S 22 12/11 $ 7,695 7, 14, 21,28 4, 11, 18, 25 4, 11, 18, 25

Kenya S 24 11/10 $ 7,780 8, 15 5, 12 5, 12

Tanzania S 26 12/11 $ 9,890 10, 24, 31 14, 28 14

East Africa S 28 13/12 $ 11,430 3, 10, 17 7, 14, 21 7, 14, 21

EGYPT, JORDAN, ISRAEL & MOROCCO

Egypt S 32 10/9 $ 4,995 1, 15, 29 12 12, 26

Israel S 3 4 9/8 $ 5,535 16 6,20 6, 20, 27

Jordan S 36 8/7 $ 3,985 11, 25 8 7, 21

Jordan & Israel S 38 11/10 $ 6,730 20 10, 24 3, 24

Morocco S 40 9/8 $ 5,335 8, 15, 29 12, 26 12

CHINA, ORIENT & INDIA

China S 44 14/13 $ 7.815

Thailand & Cambodia S 46 13/12 $ 6,795 6, 13, 27 17 3, 17, 24

Indochina S 48 16/15 $ 8,875 6, 13, 20 3, 10, 17, 24 3, 10, 17

India S 50 15/14 $ 9,275 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 5, 12, 19, 26 5, 12, 19, 26

LATIN AMERICA & THE GALÁPAGOS

Argentina S 54 12/11 $ 7,145 14 4, 25 18

Chile S 56 12/11 $ 8,825 12 13 13

Peru S 58 8/7 $ 4,895 10, 24 7, 21 7, 21

Peru & The Galapagos S 60 16/15 $ 10,295 10, 24 7, 21 7, 21

EUROPE

Scotland S 64 9 / 8 $ 10,910

France S 66 10 / 9 $ 11,820

Italy S 68 11 / 10 $ 10,260

Spain S 70 10 / 9 $ 9,965

Eastern Europe S 72 12 / 11 $ 9,595

Croatia S 74 9 / 8 $ 7,200

Russia S 76 10 / 9 $ 12,680

Turkey S 78 11 / 10 $ 8,995

Greece S 80 9 / 8 $ 9,065

NORTH AMERICA

Mexico S 84 10/9 $ 5,995 2, 16, 30 13, 27 13, 27

California Wine Country S 86 6/5 $ 6,830

British Columbia S 88 8/7 $ 6,590

Alaska S 90 8/7 $ 10,500

S = Signature Series (See page 12 for category definition)



APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER

27 11, 25 8, 22 6, 20 3, 17 7, 21 5, 19 2

6, 13, 20 4, 11, 18 1, 8, 15 6,13,20 3, 10, 17 7, 14, 21 5, 12, 19 2, 9, 16 7, 21

1 , 8, 15, 22,29 6, 13, 20,27 3, 10, 17,24 1, 8, 15,22,29 5, 12, 19,26 2, 9, 16, 23,30 7, 14, 21, 28 4, 1 1, 18,25 2, 9, 16

11, 18 9,23 6, 13 10, 17 1, 8 12 17, 27

13, 27 11, 25 8,22 5, 19, 26 10, 24, 31 14, 28 12, 19

6, 20 4, 18 1, 15, 29 12 3,17 7, 21 5, 19, 26

9, 16, 30 14 2, 23 6, 20 10, 24 1, 22 5, 19 10, 17

24 1, 8, 15 5, 19 3, 17 7, 14, 28 4, 11 23 6, 20, 27 11

4, 18 2, 9, 23 18 1, 15, 29 5, 26 10, 31 7, 21 12, 26

21 5, 26 9, 23 14, 21, 28 11, 25 20, 27 10, 24 8, 22

2, 16 7, 14, 28 11 3, 17 1, 15 5, 19 3, 10

8, 15, 22, 29 6, 13, 20, 27 3, 10, 17 1, 15 12 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 7, 14, 21, 28 4

14, 28 5, 19 2, 16, 30 14, 28 11, 25 8, 22, 29 13 3, 10, 24 8, 29

19 16 14 11 15 6, 13, 20 10, 17 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

2 24 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 5, 12, 19, 26 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

22 23 14 4, 25 16

2 10 11 5

11, 25 2, 16 6, 20 4, 18 1, 15, 29 5, 19 3, 10, 24 7, 21, 28 12, 19

11, 25 2, 16 6, 20 4, 18 1, 15 3, 10, 24 7, 21, 28 12, 19

19, 26 9, 16, 23 4, 11 8, 15, 22, 29 13

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 7, 14, 21, 28 4, 11 23, 30 6, 13, 20, 27 3, 10, 17, 24 1, 8, 14, 22, 29

4, 11 , 18, 25 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 6, 13, 20, 27 4, 1 1, 18, 25 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 5, 12, 19, 26 3, 10, 17, 24

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 7, 14, 21, 28 4, 1 1, 18, 25 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 6, 13, 20, 27 3, 10, 17, 24 1 , 8, 15, 22, 29

1, 8, 15, 22, 29 6, 13, 2 0, 27 3, 10, 17, 24 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 5, 12 , 1 9, 26 2, 16, 30 7, 14, 21, 28

4, 11 , 18, 25 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 6, 13, 20, 27 4, 1 1, 18, 25 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 5, 12, 19, 26 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

3, 10, 17, 24 1 , 8, 15, 22, 29 5, 12, 19, 26 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 7, 14, 21, 28 4, 11 , 18, 25 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

3, 17 1, 15, 29 4, 25 16

26 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 7, 14, 21, 28 5, 12, 19, 26 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 6, 13, 20, 27 4, 11, 18, 25

17 1 2, 16 6, 20 4, 18

18 9, 23 6, 20 11, 18 1, 15, 29 12, 26 17, 31 7

17, 31 14, 28 12, 26 9, 23 6, 20 4, 18

6, 13, 20, 27 4, 1 1, 18, 25 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

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