Luxury Family Journeys 2020

2020

LUXURY FAMILY
JOURNEYS

®

Explore as a family with the pioneers of
authentic adventure.

I grew up exploring the world alongside my parents, and developed a deep
appreciation for travel and for the adventures we experienced together. Today,
our Luxury Family Journeys are imbued with that same spirit of discovery
and shared adventure, backed by our incomparable legacy of nearly 60 years’
experience in luxury travel.

For us, family adventure is about making real and lasting connections to the
people and places you visit — and having fun every step of the way. What
better way to learn about Italian cuisine than crafting your very own pasta dish
alongside a local chef? Why listen to someone talk about Australian Aboriginal
art when you can work with a local artist to paint your own one-of-a-kind
keepsake? We call these exciting, hands-on activities Family Discoveries and
they are experiences designed by some of the same experts — an exceptional
team operating from our 55 local offices throughout the world — who have
created inspiring A&K journeys to over 100 countries on seven continents.

We take our Luxury Family Journeys even further with an expert Resident
Tour Director® and hand-picked local guides, each an expert in keeping young
travellers engaged and in the moment. Kids get the opportunity to sample local
food, try out the local language and even ride on local transportation, with
each memorable day ending at a hotel or wilderness lodge chosen for its family-
friendly amenities.

In 2020, discover the world together on an A&K Luxury Family Journey, and
experience the kind of adventure your family will remember for a lifetime.

Geoffrey Kent
Founder, Chairman & CEO | Abercrombie & Kent
Follow @geoffrey_kent on Instagram

On the Cover: Kayaking on Byers Lake in Denali State Park, Alaska.
See page 36 for details on our active and inspiring Family Alaska journey.

2020 Luxury
Family Journeys

Africa & Egypt

16 Family Kenya & Tanzania Safari
20 Family Egypt & The Nile

Asia & the Pacific
24 N EW! Family China
28 Family Japan
32 Family Australia

The Americas

36 Family Alaska
40 Family Galápagos
44 Family Costa Rica

Europe

48 Family Spain
52 Family Italy
56 Family Switzerland

Luxury Expedition Cruises

60 Antarctica, South Georgia &
the Falkland Islands

65 Cruise Vessels
70 Terms & Conditions
73 Index of Luxury Family Journeys

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A lifetime of expertise backs each
once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Authentic, Expert-Led Adventures

Family travel with A&K means real-life adventure packed with insider access and
unforgettable hands-on experiences brought to life by our worldwide experts.
Learn to surf from a true-blue Aussie on Bondi Beach, visit with students at a
Masai Mara school or set out on a kids-only Zodiac ride with a marine biologist
in Antarctica — no matter the destination, our journeys captivate curious minds
and foster a lifelong love of exploration.

A Standard You Can Trust

Each Luxury Family Journey is backed by the most extensive tour operator
support network in the travel industry — over 55 offices in more than 30
countries around the world, all working to meet the same high standards. Unlike
our competitors, we train and manage our own staff, who organize every aspect
of your journey, leaving you to relax and have fun knowing every detail has been
seen to. Whether it’s the smooth day-to-day flow of your itinerary or the surprise
request handled so neatly you’d swear we planned it in advance, you can be sure
that our extensive global presence is behind the scenes making it happen.

Nearly 60 years in the making and backed by thousands of journeys and countless miles, our reputation rests
on one singular goal: Deliver the best possible travel experience to every guest, every time.

Best Luxury Tour Operator World’s Leading Tour Operator Best Escorted Tour Operator, Luxury
Best Adventure Tour Operator World’s Leading Luxury Safari Company Best Escorted Tour Operator, Africa

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If there’s one thing A&K guests consistently value most about their
journeys, it is their Resident Tour Director — in fact, 95% of our guests

rate their Resident Tour Directors as “Excellent.”

A New Best Friend: Your Resident Tour Director

Our Resident Tour Directors have lived for decades — sometimes even their
entire lives — in the places you visit, and while they come from all walks of life,
they all share a knack for engaging with younger guests. Your Resident Tour
Director accompanies you every day to share their own beyond-the-guidebook
insights, revealing everything from the Swiss Alps in their best light to a vibrant
Spanish market at its most authentic hour.

Safety First

Your family’s well-being and safety is always our first priority. Our network
of local offices and long-established relationships in every region in which
we operate allow us to keep our finger on the pulse of local dynamics and to
manage your safety and security. Should a situation arise, A&K has resources
at the ready to allow you to safely continue on your journey.

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A small group size makes for
super-sized adventure.

An Ideal Group of 24

Our small group size of just 24 opens up a vast world of opportunities for
exploring as a family, including private museum openings and visits with
longtime locals in their own homes. It also means more one-on-one time
with your Resident Tour Director and local guides.

Itineraries You Won’t Find Anywhere Else

Thanks to their ideal group size, our journeys feature not only iconic
destinations and inspiring discoveries but also perfect pacing for all-ages
travel, with just enough downtime to help families regroup and recharge.
Luxury Family Journeys are timed to take place over school breaks and
holidays, making planning your adventure that much easier.

An Intimate Group of Like-Minded Travellers

The best part of a journey is often the people you meet. On a Luxury Family
Journey, this extends not just to the locals you encounter, but to the new
friends you meet within your group. There’s nothing like watching kids make
new friends as they explore together, and families who meet on one journey
are often soon making plans together for their next.

“We had a wonderful time. We especially loved
the group size. Our Tour Director was a wealth of
knowledge and flawlessly made each event a joy.”

— Max; San Diego, CA, Family Costa Rica, March 2018

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Our local experts choose hotels synonymous with five-star style, family-
friendly amenities and smartly configured accommodations (such as
connecting rooms, where possible) that mean comfort for your whole
crew. Wherever possible, we arrange for stays situated directly within (or
easily accessible to) the places your family is most excited to experience.
Just imagine the possibilities for exploration and discovery when staying
in a charming mountain chalet, a sleek city high-rise overlooking a sea
of shining skyscrapers or a wilderness lodge in prime position for action-
packed safaris.

Palatial Pools and Complimentary Connectivity

Beyond award-winning style and service, we look as much as possible for
hotels and lodges that feature swimming pools, the perfect place to unwind
after a day of exploring. Wherever it’s available, Wi-Fi is always provided for
free, giving everyone in the family the freedom to stay connected to friends
and followers.

A Floating Home-Away-from-Home

Wherever we cruise, trust that your family is sailing on the most stylish and
comfortable ships available for the destination. Each is carefully selected by
our in-house cruising experts to meet with our exacting standards on the
water, and include award-winning ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV’ on the Nile River
and luxurious, all-balcony ‘Le Lyrial’ across Antarctica’s Southern Ocean.

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The luxurious details that set your
journey above and beyond.

Interactive Moments with a Fun, Local Focus

Every Luxury Family Journey itinerary includes Family Discoveries, a chance
for children to connect to their destination by interacting directly with nature,
culture and local kids. These locally focused experiences range from scavenger
hunts through bustling bazaars to a kids-only game of soccer with school
children. And guests of all ages enjoy introductions to the local language,
hands-on demonstrations and visits with artists as well as the chance to
Ride Like a Local, such as by pedicab or camel back.

Exciting Ways to Experience Local Cuisine

Whether feasting on animal-shaped Chinese dumplings in Xian or dunking
churros in hot chocolate in Madrid, dining opportunities on A&K Luxury
Family Journeys offer an authentic taste of the local cuisine, often with a
playful twist. Enjoy culinary adventures like our Family Foodie Experience,
enticing the whole family — including your pickiest eater — with fun local
dishes everywhere from the kitchen of a local chef or baker to colorful city
markets. As always, count on A&K to provide the perfect mix of planned
group meals, including celebratory welcome and farewell dinners, as well as
mealtimes left unscheduled, something every family can appreciate.

Travelling Bell Boy® and Traveller’s Valet®

With A&K’s exclusive Travelling Bell Boy service, you simply leave your
packed bags behind in your room as you walk out the door and find them
waiting inside your room at your next accommodation. A&K also offers
you convenient Traveller’s Valet: exclusive, complimentary laundry service
provided once per journey, to help keep your luggage light.

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Indulge with Breakfast in Bed Included with Every
Luxury Family Journey
For a low-key start to the day, opt for a continental breakfast in your hotel
room on two select days of your journey, compliments of A&K. ▶▶English-Speaking Resident Tour
Director and Local Guides
Private Transfers and Gratuities Included
▶▶Hand-Selected Luxury
Private arrival and departure transfers are always included with your Accommodations
journey, regardless of when you choose to arrive or depart. Likewise,
all of your gratuities are included, save for your Resident Tour Director, ▶▶Travelling Bell Boy Luggage Handling
which is at your sole discretion. ▶▶Breakfast in Bed on Select Days
▶▶Traveller’s Valet Laundry Service
Departure Dates and Prices Are Always Guaranteed ▶▶Internet Access
▶▶Airport Meet and Greet with
Book your journey with confidence, knowing we won’t cancel.
Every A&K Luxury Family Journey is guaranteed to depart Private Transfers
with a minimum of two guests. And if the price you pay for your ▶▶Full Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches
journey drops after you book, we’ll refund the difference.
and Dinners
A Savings of $500 for Ages 17 and Under ▶▶Entrance Fees, Taxes and All

A&K offers great value on every Luxury Family Journey with a savings Gratuities Except Resident
of $500 for all guests ages 17 and under. It’s a savings you won’t find Tour Director
with any other luxury tour operator, and one that speaks to our ▶▶24/7 A&K On-Call Support
commitment to every member of your tribe. ▶▶Guaranteed Departures with
Just Two Guests
▶▶Children 17 and Under Save $500

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Let us custom-craft the ideal family
adventure for you.

We Can Create the Complete Family Adventure You’re Looking For

We plan our Luxury Family Journeys to make for a fun and fulfilling travel
experience — but even that’s just a starting point. A&K can craft an end-
to-end adventure around your journey, adding anything from upgraded
accommodations to completely customized, pre- or post-tour itineraries, all
created around both kids’ and grown-ups’ specific interests. Explore your
main destination in even greater depth, or visit a completely different locale
you’ve always wanted to see, all arranged with help from an A&K Travel
Consultant or your travel professional.

Sometimes, the Ultimate Luxury Is Travelling on Your Own

Suppose our departure dates don’t align with your schedule, or you’re
looking for a made-to-order journey that aligns exactly with your interests
from start to finish? We can fashion any journey in this book as a private
journey — the same itinerary, hotels and activities for your family alone, led
by your own local guides.

For the ultimate family adventure, how about an all-new journey, designed
from scratch around all the things you like to see and do when travelling?
A&K’s travel experts can plan an itinerary to appeal to your budding soccer
star, your chef-in-training and your up-and-coming social media influencer
all at once, with activities tailored for each and every family member in
mind. We arrange your guides and sightseeing, choose just the right hotels
and take care of all the transfers and logistics — all you have to do is bring
your crew and have fun.

Create the ultimate custom family adventure with A&K.

Visit us online at abercrombiekent.com/tailormade
for some inspiring itinerary ideas, and then contact A&K
or your travel professional to create your one-of-a-kind

private family adventure.

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“We traveled as a family of seven, with an age range of seven to 70. The tailor-made
itinerary that A&K put together was truly outstanding and provided the trip-of-a-lifetime

experience that we were hoping for, and the guides and trackers were outstanding.”
— Lynne; San Francisco, CA

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When it comes to flying, let an
A&K Air Concierge handle the details.

Count on Our Air Experts to Always Go the Extra Mile

Thanks to our long-established partnerships with the world’s premier carriers
— not to mention decades of experience — booking your air with A&K affords
you a multitude of benefits. Your Air Concierge always knows the best flights that
work with your itinerary’s start and end times, and in the event a flight is delayed
or canceled, we’re there 24/7 to assist you and make sure you enjoy your journey
as planned. We offer special fares where available, as well as the freedom to earn
mileage points as your carrier allows and to cancel your reservation up to a day
before departure (fees may apply).

Contact us or your travel professional to learn more about the benefits of booking
your flights through A&K.

Book with peace of mind thanks to
our Guest Protection Program with
Cancel for Any Reason coverage.

Help Protect Your Travel Investment with Guest Protection

Purchase A&K’s Guest Protection Program, which offers coverage should
you have to cancel your trip on short notice, if a medical emergency arises
while travelling or your baggage is lost or damaged. Administered by Aon
Affinity, with insurance benefits underwritten by United States Fire Insurance
Company, the Guest Protection Program provides coverage for trip and
baggage delays as well as emergency medical evacuation and offers convenient
online claims filing.

For the utmost in flexibility, upgrade your Guest Protection Program benefits to
include Cancel for Any Reason, which if purchased within 14 days of initial trip
deposit, allows you to cancel your journey up to two days before departure and
be reimbursed — no matter the reason. Additional terms apply.

For more information on A&K’s Guest Protection Program (including your state-
specific terms, conditions and exclusions), visit abercrombiekent.com/gpp.
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A rewards program made to order
for passionate travellers.

Welcome to Marco Polo Club®

Marco Polo Club extends complimentary membership to everyone who
travels on three or more journeys with Abercrombie & Kent, USA. Among
the club’s benefits is a five-percent discount on almost any new booking
made within nine months of returning from an A&K journey — a savings
that members can pass on to any immediate family travelling with them. As
an added benefit, solo travellers are entitled to a 50-percent savings on most
single supplements booked at any time.
Marco Polo Club members also enjoy recognition in other ways with a place
on the priority waitlist for sold-out journeys, a members-only onboard
reception on A&K Luxury Expedition Cruises, and a variety of exclusive
communications and events. To learn more about A&K’s Marco Polo Club,
visit akmarcopolo.com.

®

Experience the finest in family adventure
with the luxury travel pioneers.

Contact an A&K travel consultant today by calling
800 323 7308 Monday through Friday (8-7 CT) and on
Saturday (9-1 CT), or speak to your travel professional.
Find more information online at abercrombiekent.com.

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A&K Philanthropy partners with
local communities to empower
lasting change.

Building on a Legacy of Partnership

In 1982, Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy (AKP) began its journey of
community partnership with conservation efforts in the Masai Mara. Today,
AKP is honored to continue this ongoing mission, partnering with local
communities to improve education, conservation, health care and enterprise
with more than 40 projects spanning seven continents — a philanthropic
commitment unequalled in the travel industry.

Experience an AKP Project Firsthand

A number of our journeys offer opportunities to visit an AKP partner
community, affording a wealth of moving experiences you won’t find anywhere
else. Whether it’s celebrating a newly opened maternity ward or serving lunch
to local schoolchildren, many of our guests experience their journeys’ most
impactful moments during these visits.

Sharing Genuine Perspective

AKP employs a team of dedicated Philanthropy Coordinators stationed
throughout the world, allowing for deeper, more meaningful cultural
exchanges. From speaking with a local teacher in a Kenyan village to
witnessing the impact of clean water wells in rural Cambodia, AKP
Coordinators facilitate the face-to-face interactions that reveal the true
fabric of these communities.

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With more than 40 projects worldwide, these are just
a few of the ways our AKP partner communities are
shaping lasting change.

EDUCATION

Children of the Rainbow School

In Peru’s Sacred Valley, this special school provides an oasis of education
and hope to the region’s least privileged children.
CONSERVATION

South Georgia Heritage Trust

On the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia, a team of scientists
is racing to save one of the planet’s most important seabird habitats.
HEALTH CARE

Maternity Ward, Nakatindi Village

In a small village bordering Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, a newly built clinic
and maternity ward is improving the lives of expectant mothers and their babies.
ENTERPRISE

Chipego Bike Shop

In a Zambian village, a small group of local women have turned a tiny co-op into an
inspiringly successful enterprise radiating prosperity throughout the region.

Look for this symbol for opportunities to visit an A&K
Philanthropy project on your Luxury Family Journey.
For a complete list of AKP projects and visit opportunities,
or to make a tax-free donation, please visit akphilanthropy.org.

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AFRICA & EGYPT UNCOVER WILDLIFE AND TRIBAL
TRADITIONS ON THIS EXCITING FAMILY
SAFARI, REVEALING EVERYTHING FROM
BABY ELEPHANTS AND BIG CATS TO
THE BEAUTIFUL MAASAI AND THEIR

EAST AFRICAN PLAINS.

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LAKE Migori K E N YA CHILDREN 17 AND UNDER SAVE $500 AFRICA & EGYPT
VICTORIA
Nairobi FAMILY KENYA &
Tarime TANZANIA SAFARI

Masai Mara 12 days from $11,495 | Limited to 24 guests
Game Reserve
A&K FAMILY DISCOVERIES
Serengeti Amboseli
National Park Ngorongoro National Park Discover astounding diversity and Big Five wildlife on game
Arusha drives through East Africa’s most noted parks and reserves
Crater Travel with an A&K Child Activity Coordinator, who joins you
from start to finish to arrange fun activities for younger guests
TA N Z A N I A ARRIVE/DEPART View some of the earliest human fossils at Olduvai Gorge
AIR Come together for a Family Foodie Experience and the chance
ROAD to cook an authentic African meal alongside a local chef
Visit a Maasai village and meet with a village elder to learn
Elevation: about the traditions of these nomadic people
Ngorongoro Rim – 7,500 ft.
Nairobi – 5,600 ft.

Interact with members of the Maasai at their village DAYS 1-2: ARRIVE NAIROBI, KENYA

Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to your hotel, where your Child 17
Activity Coordinator may greet you with “jambo” (hello).
The next day, meet remarkable African species in two special
settings. Visit the Giraffe Center, where you may hand-feed
endangered Rothschild’s giraffes from a platform that brings
you to eye level with these majestic giants, who gently snatch
food with their long blue tongues. At Daphne Sheldrick’s
Elephant Orphanage, watch young elephants at play with
attentive keepers, who explain the process of reintroducing the
elephants into the wild. Later, visit the innovative Ocean Sole
workshop to see how recycled flip-flops are transformed into
incredible works of art. Tonight, gather for a special welcome
dinner. Nairobi Serena Hotel | Meals: B D (Day 2)

DAYS 3–4: AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK | ON THE PROWL

Depart for Amboseli National Park, famous for its big game
and views of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest
freestanding mountain in the world. After lunch at your lodge
and, perhaps, a lesson in spear throwing with your Child
Activity Coordinator, it’s time for a thrilling safari. Cruise
through acacia woodlands, freshwater marshes and open plains
in search of elephants, zebra and wildebeest. The next day,
discover more of this wildlife haven on additional game drives,
departing for your first of the day at dawn. Look to distant
Kilimanjaro, illuminated in an inspiring, early-morning light.

Ol Tukai Lodge | Meals: B L D

DAYS 5-6: NGORONGORO CRATER, TANZANIA |

INSIDE THE “LOST WORLD”
Drive from Kenya into Tanzania, stopping in Arusha for lunch.

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Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve and its variety of African wildlife

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IN NAIROBI, EXPERIENCE AFRICAN ANIMALS IN INTIMATE SETTINGS,
VISITING WITH YOUNG ELEPHANTS AND THEIR HANDLERS AT

DAPHNE SHELDRICK’S ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE, AND HAND-FEEDING
ROTHSCHILD’S GIRAFFES AT THE GIRAFFE CENTER.

Then, fly to Manyara and transfer to your lodge, perched on of the earliest fossilized human bones. Arrive at your lodge
the rim of Ngorongoro Crater. A UNESCO World Heritage and, time permitting, set out on your first game drive in the
Site and “Lost World” of wildlife, Ngorongoro Crater was unparalleled Serengeti. The next day brings morning and
formed three million years ago when a giant volcano erupted afternoon game drives in search of Africa’s Big Five — leopards,
and collapsed. Today, Ngorongoro is home to an incredible buffalo, elephants, rhinos and lions. In lieu of the morning
concentration of wildlife, including one of the highest densities game drive, opt to take your family on a hot air balloon ride
of lions. Tonight, take in sweeping views from your own over the Serengeti (weather permitting and at an additional
private balcony. The next day, ride into the lush expanse for a cost). Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge | Meals: B L D
full day of game drives. Later, visit a Maasai village, where you
meet with the village elder and learn how to make the tribal DAYS 9-11: MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE, KENYA | RIFT VALLEY
community’s unique beaded jewelry.
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge | Meals: B L D Transfer by air and overland to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game
Reserve. Check in to your luxury camp near the Mara River.
All A&K Africa safari guests receive Later, enjoy an exciting afternoon game drive. Explore this
a complimentary safari bag, perfectly magnificent savanna country for the next two days on morning
sized to hold everything you need and afternoon game drives, searching for giraffes, hippos
throughout your journey. and hyenas. Look forward to a family-friendly sundowner
experience, sipping refreshing mocktails and cocktails from
DAYS 7-8: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK | THE BIG FIVE a surprise scenic location. Back at camp, your Child Activity
Coordinator leads young guests on bush treasure hunts and
Depart for Serengeti National Park. Stop for a privately guided teaches the craft of fire-making. A Family Foodie Experience
visit to Olduvai Gorge, an archaeological site housing some offers an opportunity to join your chef and prepare regionally
inspired dishes together. Later, experience local life when you
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session). Seize an opportunity for another unforgettable hot air
balloon ride (weather permitting and at an additional cost). On

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your final evening, celebrate with a farewell dinner. FAMILY LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS
Mara Intrepids | Meals: B L D

DAY 12: DEPART NAIROBI

Fly to Nairobi and enjoy a reserved dayroom. Transfer to the
airport and depart. Nairobi Serena Hotel (dayroom) | Meals: B

DATES & PRICING Mara Intrepids
Award-winning camp ideal for families, featuring luxurious modern tents in the Masai
Mara Game Reserve and at the confluence of four remarkable game-viewing regions.

GUARANTEED DOUBLE SINGLE
DEPARTURE DATES OCCUPANCY SUPPLEMENT

Jul 4–15, Jul 11–22, Jul 25–Aug 5, $11,495 $1,995
Aug 8–19
Children 17 and under* $10,995 $2,195 Nairobi Serena Hotel Ol Tukai Lodge
An oasis of serenity amid the hustle and Stylish and comfortable guest rooms with
Dec 19–30 $12,495 bustle of Nairobi. wetland or Kilimanjaro views.
Children 17 and under* $11,995

INTERNAL AIRFARE Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Economy class from $1,195 (Arusha/Manyara;Serengeti/Tarime;Migori/MasaiMara/Nairobi) Stylish, world-class lodge offering Travel + Leisure World’s Best luxury
commanding Serengeti views. lodge set on the crater’s rim.
JOURNEY DETAILS
Minimum age is 5 years. Suggested age is 8+.
First group event: welcome briefing at 8:00 a.m. on Day 2.
Last group event: hotel transfer at 12:15 p.m. on Day 12.
Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests.
Triple occupancy pricing is available upon request.
*Pricing applies to children 17 and under sharing with an adult.

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AFRICA & EGYPT DISCOVER THE SECRETS OF ANCIENT
EGYPT ON AN ALL-AGES ADVENTURE,

CRUISING ON THE NILE RIVER FOR
FOUR NIGHTS, RIDING A CAMEL AND
EXPLORING AN EGYPTIAN PYRAMID

FROM THE INSIDE OUT.

Explore the Great Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel

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CHILDREN 17 AND UNDER SAVE $500 AFRICA & EGYPT

FAMILY EGYPT &
THE NILE

10 days from $6,995 | Limited to 24 guests

A&K FAMILY DISCOVERIES

Sail on a luxurious four-night Nile River cruise accompanied
by an A&K Child Activity Coordinator to arrange fun activities
for younger guests
Set out on a lively treasure hunt amid the labyrinthine Khan
el-Khalili Bazaar
Explore one of Egypt’s legendary pyramids from the inside out
Ride Like a Local on camel back and sail the Nile in a
felucca (sailboat)
Learn to bake bread and try your hand at pottery making and
the art of henna painting

Cairo DAY 1: ARRIVE CAIRO, EGYPT
Giza Arrive in Cairo, where you are met and transferred to your
luxury Nile River hotel.
EGYPT
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Valley of Luxor RED
the Kings Edfu SEA DAY 2: CAIRO | ANCIENT ARTIFACTS & A TREASURE HUNT

Esna ARRIVE/DEPART Explore the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities (or the Grand
AIR Egyptian Museum, upon its opening), home to the world’s
Kom Ombo CRUISE largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, some dating to
4000 BC. View its famed Mummy Room and the remains of
Aswan Egypt’s pharaohs, including Ramses II. After lunch, continue
to the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, a souk (open-air marketplace)
Abu Simbel where you enjoy a free-wheeling treasure hunt. Tonight, gather
for a welcome dinner.
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza | Meals: B L D

DAY 3: GIZA | THE PYRAMIDS & THE SPHINX

Visit the world-famous pyramids of Giza, built as tombs to
the ancient pharaohs and still irresistible to travellers more
than 4,000 years later. Don’t miss the chance to climb into one
of these pyramids and explore it from the inside. Ride Like a
Local on a camel, and then visit the Solar Boat Museum, with
its namesake ancient wooden vessel measuring over 140 feet in
length, and the enigmatic Great Sphinx.
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza | Meals: B L

DAY 4: LUXOR | TEMPLE OF LUXOR & THE VALLEY OF THE KINGS

Fly to Luxor, site of the ancient city of Thebes. Begin your full
day of exploring here by visiting the striking Temple of Luxor.
Behold the three large statues of Ramses II along the front

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Roam Cairo’s Khan el-Khalili Bazaar on a fun treasure hunt

AFRICA & EGYPT
RELAX ON A PEACEFUL SUNSET SAIL ABOARD A
TRADITIONAL FELUCCA (SAILBOAT), PERHAPS

CRUISING AROUND ELEPHANTINE ISLAND.

of the temple pylons; the Courtyard of Ramses II behind the DAY 6: CRUISING THE NILE | EDFU TO KOM OMBO
East Tower; and the Colonnade of Amenhotep III, with its 14
papyrus-headed columns, some fully 50 feet in height. Next, Cruise to Edfu to behold the Temple of Horus. Join your
step aboard ‘Sanctuary Nile Adventurer’ on the Nile River, chef and children’s activity coordinator back on board for a
where you enjoy lunch and meet your A&K children’s activity cooking lesson, with young guests learning to bake Egyptian-
coordinator. Later, explore the West Bank and the Valley of the style bread. Later, disembark at Kom Ombo (hill of gold) to
Kings, burial ground of the pharaohs, including “the boy king,” visit the Greco-Roman temple dedicated to Haroeris (the sun
Tutankhamun. Found in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard god) and Sobek (the crocodile god), who was considered by
Carter, Tutankhamun’s tomb is enclosed in 35-century-old some ancient Egyptians to be the creator of the world. While
walls and delights explorers of all ages. Also visit the tomb of there, view the mummified remains of several crocodiles that
Seti I and the lovely Temple of Hatshepsut, ancient Egypt’s first once basked along the ancient Nile River shore, just as their
female pharaoh. Stop for a selfie with the gigantic Colossi of descendants do today. Tonight’s dinner onboard features an
Memnon. ‘Sanctuary Nile Adventurer’ | Meals: B L D “Egyptian Night” costume party, with a chance to dress up in
traditional galabeyyas. ‘Sanctuary Nile Adventurer’ | Meals: B L D
DAY 5: CRUISING THE NILE | LUXOR TO ESNA
DAY 7: CRUISING THE NILE | PHILAE & ASWAN
Journey once more to the east bank of the Nile, this time with
a visit to the Temple of Karnak, where generations of pharaohs Cruise to Aswan and proceed to vast granite quarries and the
wished to record their names. Walk through the Great site of the Unfinished Obelisk. Then, ride by motorized boat
Hypostyle Hall; its expertly aligned columns, the largest of to the island of Agilika and its Philae Temple — among the
which is 80 feet high with a 33-foot circumference, are a sight ancient structures that were dismantled and painstakingly
to behold. Later, sail to Esna to visit the Temple of Khnum and reassembled when the Aswan High Dam was constructed.
marvel at its soaring columns. Enjoy lunch followed by a session of henna hand painting for
the kids. Later, weather permitting, Ride Like a Local around
‘Sanctuary Nile Adventurer’ | Meals: B L D the Aswan islands in a felucca.

‘Sanctuary Nile Adventurer’ | Meals: B L D

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DAY 8: ABU SIMBEL | TEMPLES OF RAMSES II & NEFERTARI AFRICA & EGYPT

Fly to Abu Simbel, where you visit the commanding twin
temples of Ramses II and his wife, Queen Nefertari. The
former’s façade is dominated by four statues of the pharaoh,
each nearly 70 feet tall. Perhaps even more impressive, this
entire site was moved here brick by brick to save it from
floodwaters caused by the construction of the Aswan High
Dam. Completed in 1970, the dam was built to improve
irrigation and generate hydroelectricity for the surrounding
region. This afternoon, return to Cairo.
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza | Meals: B L

DAY 9: CAIRO | STEP PYRAMID & POTTERY WORKSHOP

Drive to the necropolis of Sakkara to view the famous Step
Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest of Egypt’s pyramids. After lunch,
enjoy woodworking and pottery workshops offered at Fagnoon
Arts & Crafts Center. Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner.
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza | Meals: B L D

DAY 10: DEPART CAIRO

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and depart. Meals: B

PROGRAM NOTE: Cruise routes may run in reverse on select
departures.

FAMILY LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

‘Sanctuary Nile Adventurer’ Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Luxurious Nile River cruiser offering distinctive decor and featuring stunning air-conditioned Travel + Leisure World’s Best hotel on the famed Corniche along the Nile River.
cabins, fine-dining and impeccable service.

DATES & PRICING

GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES NILE DECK MAIN DECK BRIDGE DECK PROMENADE DECK JUNIOR SUITE PRESIDENTIAL SUITE ROYAL SUITE

Mar 17–26,*† Mar 21–30*† $7,995 $8,195 $8,295 $8,395 — $9,995 $10,795
Children 17 and under** $7,495 $7,695 $7,795 $7,895 — $9,495 $10,295

Jun 13–22, Jun 17–26, Jun 25–Jul 4, Jun 29–Jul 8, $6,995 $7,195 $7,295 $7,395 $7,795 $9,395 —
Jul 3–12, Jul 7–16, Jul 11–20 $6,495 $6,695 $6,795 $6,895 $7,295 $8,895 —
Children 17 and under**

Dec 22–31† $8,395 $8,595 $8,695 $8,795 — $10,995 $11,995
Children 17 and under** $7,895 $8,095 $8,195 $8,295 — $10,495 $11,495

INTERNAL AIRFARE
Economy class from $685 (Cairo/Luxor; Aswan/Abu Simbel/Cairo)

*Days 1–3 at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence. †Days 4–7 on ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV.’ Pricing and cabins may vary. Visit abercrombiekent.com for full details.

JOURNEY DETAILS
Minimum age is 10 years. Suggested age is 10+. First group event: welcome briefing at 8:30 a.m. on Day 2. Last group event: farewell dinner at 7:00 p.m. on Day 9. Departures are guaranteed
to operate with a minimum of 2 guests. Single supplement from $1,995; contact A&K for details. Please note that multiple groups of 18 A&K guests and other passengers may be travelling on
board simultaneously. Triple occupancy pricing is available upon request. **Pricing applies to children 17 and under sharing with an adult.

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ASIA & THE PACIFIC EXPERIENCE AN EXCITING FAMILY
ADVENTURE THROUGH CHINA THAT
TAKES YOU ATOP THE GREAT WALL,
INTO AN INCREDIBLE HABITAT CREATED
JUST FOR PANDAS AND THROUGH THE

SCENIC LANDSCAPES OF GUILIN.

Step inside the sprawling Forbidden City

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NEW! FAMILY CHINA ASIA & THE PACIFIC

12 days from $6,495 | Limited to 24 guests

A&K FAMILY DISCOVERIES

Walk along the incredible Great Wall of China, and then coast
back down in a toboggan
Have fun making authentic dumplings as part of a unique Family
Foodie Experience
See giant pandas up close at a beautiful, sprawling sanctuary
Marvel at an exciting face-changing show in Chengdu
Explore scenic Guilin on a two-night stay featuring a bamboo
raft float past some of its most famous limestone karsts
Ride Like a Local in a pedicab through an exciting hutong
in Beijing

Beijing DAY 1: ARRIVE BEIJING, CHINA
Arrive in Beijing, China’s political and cultural hub. Transfer
Xian YELLOW to your luxurious hotel. Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
SEA
CHINA DAY 2: BEIJING | ADVENTURE AT THE GREAT WALL
Shanghai
Travel to the less-visited Mutianyu section of the Great Wall
Chengdu of China. Walk its ramparts before hopping in a toboggan for
an exciting ride back down. Later, view the Beijing National
Guilin ARRIVE/DEPART Stadium, also known as the “Bird’s Nest,” and the National
Aquatics Center, dubbed the “Water Cube.” Gather for a
AIR cocktail and a welcome dinner at your hotel.
RAIL Four Seasons Hotel Beijing | Meals: B L D

DAY 3: BEIJING | TAI CHI AT THE TEMPLE OF HEAVEN

Start the day with a morning tai chi class for the family, which
you experience at the Temple of Heaven. Ride Like a Local
by pedicab through a maze of winding alleyways known as a
hutong. After lunch, walk in the footsteps of emperors in the
Forbidden City and wander Tiananmen Square.
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing | Meals: B L

DAY 4: XIAN | THE ART OF DUMPLING MAKING

Fly to Xian and enjoy lunch. Then, stand atop the ramparts
of Xian’s City Wall. Tonight, a fun Family Foodie Experience
awaits you at a local restaurant, where you learn to make
traditional dumplings and witness a noodle-throwing
demonstration. The Ritz-Carlton, Xian | Meals: B L D

DAY 5: XIAN | THE EMPEROR’S ANCIENT ARMY

Play archaeologist today with a visit to the site of the
legendary Terra Cotta Warriors, where thousands of life-size

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WITNESS AN EXCITING FUSION OF CHINA’S MODERN AND ANCIENT WORLDS
DURING A MORNING KUNG FU CLASS, ARRANGED EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU IN
THE COURTYARD OF YOUR LUXURY SHANGHAI HOTEL, WHICH IS SURROUNDED

BY THE CITY’S INCREDIBLE TOWERS.

ceramic soldiers “guard” the tomb of China’s first emperor. DAY 8: GUILIN | FLOATING ON THE LI RIVER
This afternoon, travel by high-speed train to Chengdu, the
charming capital of Sichuan Province. Today, embark on a leisurely bamboo raft trip on the Li River,
drifting quietly downstream, past stunning limestone peaks.
Waldorf Astoria Chengdu | Meals: B L Observe life along the banks, where fishermen use cormorants
to collect their catch and farmers still cultivate rice paddies by
DAY 6: CHENGDU | FACE TO FACE WITH GIANT PANDAS hand. This afternoon, visit the village of Fuli, and try your hand
at local fan making and design. Banyan Tree Yangshuo | Meals: B L
This morning, visit the Chengdu Panda Breeding and
Research Center, where you encounter the adorable giant DAY 9: SHANGHAI | PEARL OF THE ORIENT
panda — China’s living national emblem — in a beautiful,
sprawling habitat. Later, attend the Sichuan Opera for Today, travel to the airport to board your flight to Shanghai.
a dazzling “face-changing” performance. Transfer to your luxury hotel on the Bund with views of the
glittering skyscrapers. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Waldorf Astoria Chengdu | Meals: B L
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund | Meals: B
DAY 7: GUILIN | PICTURESQUE LANDSCAPE
DAY 10: SHANGHAI | WHERE OLD MEETS NEW
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Guilin. Continue
to your hotel in the countryside for a relaxing afternoon at This morning, take part in an interactive kung fu class. Visit
leisure. This region is famed for its picturesque landscape of the Shanghai Museum for a private tour of the collections, led
towering karst peaks that have inspired Chinese artists and by its curator, an A&K-exclusive experience. The impressive
poets down through the ages. With its verdant flora that examples of the traditional dress of various ethnic Chinese
ranges from bamboo to conifers and fanciful topography, minorities, on display in the museum’s great gallery, should be
it is roundly considered one of the most beautiful places in of particular interest to young explorers. Later, pass through
China. Banyan Tree Yangshuo | Meals: B D the Bund Sightseeing Tunnel by electric cart and visit Shanghai
Tower for more remarkable vistas of action-packed Shanghai.

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund | Meals: B L

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Walk atop China’s famed Great Wall to discover its awesome appeal

DAY 11: SHANGHAI | STROLL ALONG THE BUND FAMILY LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

Stroll the Bund, the waterfront promenade along the Huangpu Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
River. Step back in time with a walk in Old Town and a visit to Elegant, luxurious Travel + Leisure World’s Best hotel renowned for exceptionally
the beautiful Yu Garden. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure before high-quality service.
gathering tonight for a farewell dinner.
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund | Meals: B L D

DAY 12: DEPART SHANGHAI

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly home. Meals: B

DATES & PRICING

GUARANTEED DOUBLE SINGLE The Ritz-Carlton, Xian Waldorf Astoria Chengdu
DEPARTURE DATES OCCUPANCY SUPPLEMENT Newly opened luxury hotel blending Art Deco-styled luxury hotel, offering
classic and modern Chinese decor. stunning city views.
Jun 18–29, Jun 25–Jul 6, Jul 2–13, Jul 9–20, $6,495 $2,795
Jul 16–27, Jul 23–Aug 3, Jul 30–Aug 10
Children 17 and under* $5,995

INTERNAL AIRFARE Banyan Tree Yangshuo Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on
Economy class from $1,225 (Beijing/Xian;Chengdu/Guilin/Shanghai) Luxury hotel with gorgeous views of the the Bund — Palatial luxury hotel,
surrounding rice terraces and karsts. superbly located on the Bund.
JOURNEY DETAILS
Minimum age is 6 years. Suggested age is 8+.
First group event: welcome briefing at 10:30 a.m. on Day 2.
Last group event: farewell dinner at 7:30 p.m. on Day 11.
Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests.
Triple occupancy pricing is available upon request.
*Pricing applies to children 17 and under sharing with an adult.

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ASIA & THE PACIFIC EXPLORE JAPAN’S MOST DYNAMIC
CITIES, DISCOVERING THE LIFE AND
LEGENDS OF THE SAMURAI IN TOKYO,
A SUMO WRESTLING MATCH NEAR
OSAKA, AND TRADITIONAL JAPANESE

CULTURE IN KYOTO.

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Discover traditional Japanese fashion in Kyoto 9 days from $10,495 | Limited to 24 guests
Osaka ARRIVE/DEPART
ROAD A&K FAMILY DISCOVERIES
RAIL
Learn the ways of the samurai warrior, discovering the noble
bushi with a guided visit to the Samurai Museum

Be part of a powerful musical immersion during a private, hands-
on taiko drumming lesson

Behold exciting vistas of majestic Mount Fuji, viewing it from
a cable car near Hakone and speeding past it on a bullet train
bound for Osaka

Explore diverse, high-energy markets and shopping districts
from Tokyo to Kyoto that sell everything from anime toys to
exotic foods

Discover traditional Japanese culture in Kyoto with an origami
lesson and the chance to practice dressing in a kimono

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Arrive in action-packed Tokyo, where you are met and
transferred to your hotel. Conrad Tokyo

DAY 2: TOKYO | FROM A SEAFOOD MARKET TO THE TAIKO DRUMS

Start your day at Tsukiji Fish Market, a bustling hub of Japanese
daily life where a dizzying array of seafood can be found.
Continue to an exclusive local workshop that specializes in
Japanese drum making, and try your hand at playing the
taiko. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, and then visit Asakusa
Kannon Temple, pausing in the tiny shops of Nakamise-
dori. Stop in Akihabara, a colorful neighborhood filled with
electronics shops and anime illustrations. Enjoy a welcome
dinner with fellow guests this evening.

Conrad Tokyo | Meals: B L D

DAY 3: TOKYO | SAMURAI HERITAGE & HANDS-ON SUSHI LESSON

Begin today at the Samurai Museum to learn about the customs
of this elite-warrior class while viewing samurai swords, armor
and weaponry. Throughout hundreds of years of medieval and
early modern history, the samurai served as everything from
military rulers to court ambassadors, living by a code that set
them apart from mainstream Japanese life. Afterward, enjoy
a hands-on lesson in the art of crafting sushi dishes, enjoying
your creations for lunch. Conrad Tokyo | Meals: B L

DAY 4: HAKONE | IN THE SHADOW OF MOUNT FUJI

Today, the great outdoors call your family to Hakone, a
beautiful resort town known for its onsens (hot springs) and
mountainous scenery. Hakone is set within Fuji-Hakone-Izu
National Park and surrounds beautiful Lake Ashi. Enjoy a

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Stroll through the wondrous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

ASIA & THE PACIFIC
THE ART OF SUMO WRESTLING COMES ALIVE WITH
AN EXCLUSIVE VISIT TO KEHAYA-ZA SUMO PAVILION,
WHERE YOU WATCH A FULL-CONTACT MATCH, AND

THEN ENTER THE RING FOR A LESSON.

demonstration of a traditional Yosegi magic box, a functional messengers of the gods. See Todai-ji Temple and the country’s
and finely crafted puzzle built to perplex anyone who largest Buddha statue, the Kasuga Taisha Shrine with its
doesn’t know the secret to opening it. Then, ride a cable car many lanterns. Return to Osaka, stopping en route at Kehaya-
for a spectacular view of Mount Fuji. After lunch at a local za Sumo Pavilion, where you observe a demonstration of
restaurant, visit the Okada Museum of Art to discover an this Japanese sport that culminates in a match between two
extensive collection of art and artifacts from Japan, Korea and amateur sumo wrestlers. You also have the opportunity to
China, including delicately painted gold screens and exquisite step into the ring and learn the tactics of the sport from an
pottery. Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort & Spa | Meals: B L D instructor. Conrad Osaka | Meals: B L D

DAY 5: OSAKA | RIDING THE RAILS BY BULLET TRAIN DAY 7: KYOTO | BAMBOO FOREST & GOLDEN PAVILION

This morning, stroll the grassy hillsides of the Hakone Open Travel to enchanting Kyoto, exploring Arashiyama, including
Air Museum, taking in sculptures and artwork from the likes the Garden of Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage
of Picasso and Henry Moore. After having lunch, Ride Like Site, and wander through the magical Bamboo Grove Forest.
a Local by bullet train past Mount Fuji at speeds of up to 175 After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the exquisite Kinkaku-ji
miles per hour. Arrive in Osaka, one of Japan’s largest cities and (Golden Pavilion) and watch its reflection glitter on the surface
a renowned foodie hub. Next, set out on an adventure for the of the reflecting pond. Then contemplate the iconic Zen rock
taste buds in the neon-lit Dotonbori Canal District, with the garden at Ryoan-ji, the perfect spot for a meditative moment.
canal reflecting the dazzling façades of restaurants, where you End your day with a visit to the 400-year-old Nishiki Market,
may sample everything from takoyaki (ball-shaped octopus wandering its covered alleyways to discover a plethora of foods
snacks) to okonomiyaki (Japanese pancakes), all part of a and desserts, all of Japan’s culinary delights in one vibrant
Family Foodie Experience. Conrad Osaka | Meals: B L place. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto | Meals: B L

DAY 6: NARA & OSAKA | THE ART OF SUMO WRESTLING DAY 8: KYOTO | TRADITIONAL JAPAN COME TO LIFE

Travel this morning to Nara, Japan’s first capital. Explore This morning, visit the 10,000 Torii Gates of Fushimi Inari
Nara Park, home to thousands of tame deer believed to be Shrine. Then, enjoy the opportunity to dress up in a colorful

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kimono and receive a hands-on lesson in origami. Take the FAMILY LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS
afternoon to explore Kyoto at your own pace, before gathering
with your fellow travellers for a special farewell dinner
featuring Izakaya fare. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto | Meals: B D

DAY 9: DEPART KYOTO

Transfer to Kansai Airport or Itami Airport, both located just
outside of Osaka, for your international flight home. Meals: B

DATES & PRICING Conrad Osaka Conrad Tokyo

GUARANTEED DOUBLE SINGLE Modern, sleek hotel set in the upper levels Sleek sky-rise hotel with a high-floor pool
DEPARTURE DATES OCCUPANCY SUPPLEMENT
of one of the tallest skyscrapers in Osaka. and location near Shiodome station.
$3,995
Jun 13–21, Jun 20–28, $10,495
Jun 27–Jul 5 $9,995 $4,295
Children 17 and under*

Jul 4–12, Jul 11–19 $10,995
Children 17 and under* $10,495

JOURNEY DETAILS Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto Hyatt Regency Hakone
Spacious luxury hotel with swimming pool Resort & Spa
Minimum age is 6 years. Suggested age is 8+. and large garden. Lodge-style hotel set on a forested hillside.
First group event: welcome briefing at 8:30 a.m. on Day 2.
Last group event: farewell dinner at 7:00 p.m. on Day 8.
Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests.
Triple occupancy pricing is available upon request.
*Pricing applies to children 17 and under sharing with an adult.

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ASIA & THE PACIFIC SET OFF ON AN EPIC AUSSIE
ADVENTURE, PLUNGING INTO A
SURF LESSON AT BONDI BEACH,
VISITING THE OUTBACK’S MYSTICAL
ULURU AND SNORKELING THE

GREAT BARRIER REEF.

Discover mystical Uluru on a guided walk

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FAMILY AUSTRALIA

9 days from $8,695 | Limited to 24 guests

A&K FAMILY DISCOVERIES

Enjoy exclusive access to the koala and wallaby enclosures at
Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas, and the amazing opportunity to
hold a koala
Learn to surf with the whole family at Bondi Beach, and then
embark on an exciting jet-boat adventure in Sydney Harbour
Explore the Outback and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park,
discovering mysterious Uluru and meandering through sand
dunes on a camel-back ride
Snorkel with a spectacular array of marine life during a full day
on the Great Barrier Reef
Learn about Aboriginal arts firsthand when you join expert local
guides for a painting class and didgeridoo lessons

Cairns/Port Douglas DAY 1: ARRIVE SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
Great Barrier Arrive in cosmopolitan Sydney, where you are met and
Reef transferred to your hotel in the city’s historic Rocks area. Later,
enjoy a welcome dinner. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney | Meals: D
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
DAY 2: SYDNEY | BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE OPERA HOUSE
AUSTRALIA
Today, privately explore the magnificent Sydney Opera House,
Sydney led by an expert guide. Learn fun secrets and little-known facts
about its history, and take part in interactive games and all-ages
ARRIVE/DEPART activities, including the opportunity to dress up in costume and
AIR pose with props in this world-famous venue. Later, enjoy time
CRUISE at leisure. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney | Meals: B L

DAY 3: SYDNEY | SURF LESSONS & JET-BOAT THRILLS

Head out for a day of surf, sand and sun at Bondi Beach, home
of the famous Bondi Beach Lifesavers. Aussie surfers carve
up sandbar breaks in the distance, while your family hits the
waves for a private group surf lesson. After a beach-side lunch,
transfer to Circular Quay’s Eastern Pontoon for a thrilling jet-
boat tour. Cruise Sydney Harbour, experiencing fun fishtails
and spins while taking in sights that include the Sydney
Harbour Bridge, one of the tallest steel arch bridges in the
world. Return to your hotel for an afternoon at leisure. Tonight,
enjoy dinner at a local restaurant with the new friends you’ve
made. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney | Meals: B L D

DAY 4: ULURU | SACRED ROCK OF THE ABORIGINES

Fly to central Australia’s vast Outback and transfer to your
accommodations near Uluru (Ayers Rock), a 600-million-year-old
sandstone monolith held sacred by Australia’s Aboriginal people.

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LEARN ABOUT THE TRADITIONS OF THE KUKU YALANJI
RAINFOREST PEOPLE ON A GUIDED WALKABOUT WITH A MEMBER

OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY, DISCOVERING PRISTINE HABITATS
AND ABORIGINAL HUNTING PRACTICES.

After some time at leisure at your hotel, and perhaps a swim at the Partake in an A&K Family Foodie Experience with a chef-led
pool, set out for a tour of Uluru with your Resident Tour Director, tasting of locally grown, indigenous ingredients, like those
who shares stories of the monolith’s legendary powers. Stop to used in the special lunch that follows. Later, fly to Cairns. A
enjoy tasty canapés, soft drinks and sparkling wine from a prime drive along the beautiful South Pacific coast takes you to Port
location, where you watch the sun set on the mystical monolith, its Douglas, where you check in to your beachfront hotel.
distinct red coloration aglow in the low light of day. Return to your
hotel for dinner. Sails in the Desert | Meals: B D Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa | Meals: B L

DAY 5: KATA TJUTA | CAMEL RIDE THROUGH THE DESERT DAY 7: PORT DOUGLAS | THE GREAT BARRIER REEF

Rise early for an adventure through the desert landscape of Uluru- Embark on a full-day exploration of the Great Barrier Reef
Kata Tjuta National Park, where you see its gorgeous stone domes aboard an intimate and comfortable vessel, gliding among coral
known as Kata Tjuta, which means “many heads” in the local gardens and sheltered lagoons. Explore the marvelous aquatic
language, and also called the Olgas. After lunch at leisure, join wonders of the reef on a guided snorkeling tour, viewing
indigenous artists to learn about the symbols and stories of their teeming undersea life up close in its native habitat, before an
traditional dot painting, and then use what you have learned exhilarating cruise back to port.
to make a painting of your own story to take home with you.
Tonight, climb aboard a camel for a ride through Kata Tjuta’s Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa | Meals: B L D
beautiful red sand dunes at sunset, with inspiring Uluru in the
distance. Later, enjoy a tasting of Outback foods, such as freshly DAY 8: DAINTREE RAINFOREST | ABORIGINAL WALKABOUT
baked damper (bread). Sails in the Desert | Meals: B
Travel overland to Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas, which you
DAY 6: ULURU | AUSSIE MUSIC MAKING & FOODIE ADVENTURE explore privately with a park ranger, visiting the wallabies
and enjoying exclusive access to the koala enclosure, with
This morning, a local guide teaches you to play the didgeridoo, the opportunity to hold a koala in your arms. Next, visit the
a wind instrument known for its haunting sounds, and first Wildlife Care Center for rescued wild and injured animals. After
played by Australia’s indigenous peoples 40,000 years ago. lunch, continue to the brilliantly green Daintree Rainforest, where
a member of the Kuku Yalanji people invites your family on an
Aboriginal walkabout. Tour the tribe’s ancestral country around

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Hold a koala in your arms on a visit to Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas

Daintree; walk through rainforest and coastal habitats, learn FAMILY LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS
about ancient traditions and medicines derived from nature, and
practice spear throwing. Tonight, celebrate your epic adventure
through Australia with a special farewell dinner.
Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa | Meals: B D

DAY 9: DEPART PORT DOUGLAS

This morning, transfer to the Cairns airport and depart. Meals: B

DATES & PRICING

GUARANTEED DOUBLE SINGLE Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
DEPARTURE DATES OCCUPANCY SUPPLEMENT Contemporary luxury hotel overlooking the harbor with stunning views of Circular
Quay and the Sydney Opera House.
Jun 27–Jul 5, Jul 11–19 $8,695 $3,095
Children 17 and under* $8,195
$3,195
Dec 24–Jan 1, 2021 $8,995
Children 17 and under* $8,495

INTERNAL AIRFARE Sails in the Desert Pullman Port Douglas Sea
Economy class from $890 (Sydney/Uluru/Cairns) Relaxing Outback resort in Uluru-Kata Temple Resort and Spa
Tujuta offering unique indigenous style. Large pools and a rainforest backdrop.
JOURNEY DETAILS
Minimum age is 6 years. Suggested age is 8+.
First group event: welcome briefing at 5:30 p.m. on Day 1.
Last group event: farewell dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Day 8.
Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests.
Triple occupancy pricing is available upon request.
*Pricing applies to children 17 and under sharing with an adult.

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THE AMERICAS CRUISE ALONG THE WILD KENAI
FJORDS, SEARCH FOR BEARS AND
WILDLIFE, AND FLY OVER DENALI
NATIONAL PARK, LANDING ON A
GLACIER AT THE FOOT OF NORTH

AMERICA’S TALLEST PEAK.

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Denali National Park FAMILY ALASKA THE AMERICAS

ALASKA 8 days from $6,995 | Limited to 24 guests

Talkeetna A&K FAMILY DISCOVERIES

Anchorage Enjoy a breathtaking float trip down the Portage River, where
Girdwood you may spot wildlife against mountains and hanging glaciers

Big River Lakes Marvel at calving glaciers and marine wildlife, including
humpback whales and harbor seals, on a Kenai Fjords cruise
Kenai Peninsula GULF OF ARRIVE/DEPART
ALASKA AIR Ride on the Alaska Railroad GoldStar Dome train through
ROAD untouched wilderness
RAIL
Search for bears fishing for spawning salmon on a floatplane
Search for bears fishing for salmon on Big River Lakes wilderness trip

Cast a line on a private fishing trip in Talkeetna

Flightsee over Denali National Park before landing on a glacier
at the base of Denali

Learn about Alaskan huskies and dogsledding at the kennels of a
four-time Iditarod champion

DAY 1: ARRIVE ANCHORAGE, ALASKA

Arrive in Anchorage and transfer to Girdwood, where you
check in to your hotel. Enjoy activities on offer at your resort,
such as a ride up Mount Alyeska on the Alyeska Aerial Tram to
take in breathtaking views. The Hotel Alyeska

DAY 2: KENAI PENINSULA | SCENIC FLOAT TRIP

This morning, meet with your Resident Tour Director for a
briefing about the journey ahead, and then set out together
to experience Alaska’s jaw-dropping landscapes on a family
float trip down the Portage River. Savor Alaska’s prized fish
during a lunchtime salmon bake. Later, pay a visit to the Alaska
Wildlife Conservation Center, a nonprofit organization that
rehabilitates injured or orphaned animals and returns them
to the wild. During your visit, keep on the lookout for black
and brown bears, moose, bison, wolves, and a variety of birds.
This evening, gather with fellow families for a festive welcome
dinner at a local restaurant. The Hotel Alyeska | Meals: B L D

DAY 3: KENAI PENINSULA | THE COAST OF THE KENAI FJORDS

Set sail for a cruise along the coast of the stunning Kenai Fjords
National Park, where you may spy calving glaciers as well as
wildlife that includes orcas, adorable puffins and sea lions at
close range; overhead, bald eagles may even come into view.
Later, ride the Alaska Railroad GoldStar Dome train, which
features an open-air platform and a glass-covered observation
deck for sensational views of the countryside.
The Hotel Alyeska | Meals: B L D

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VISIT THE KENNELS OF FOUR-TIME IDITAROD CHAMPION
MARTIN BUSER TO MEET THE PLAYFUL, INTELLIGENT CANINES
RAISED AND TRAINED TO COMPETE IN THE FAMOUS DOGSLED

ENDURANCE RACE HELD EACH YEAR IN MARCH.

DAY 4: BIG RIVER LAKES | BEAR SANCTUARY DAY 6: TALKEETNA | KAYAKING, HIKING & GLACIER WALK

Approximately 90% of Alaska is not served by roads, which More explorations of the magnificent Denali area begin with
is why aviation plays such an important role in everyday life. an all-ages kayak trip on the placid waters of Byers Lake. Next,
Enjoy the chance to Ride Like a Local when you soar by float a knowledgeable naturalist guide brings the forest to life on a
plane over Cook Inlet en route to Big River Lakes, a critical fascinating hike that reveals Alaska’s abundant flora and fauna.
habitat for mammals, fish and hundreds of birds. Cruise its Later, take off on another thrilling flight, this time over the peaks
waters with your family on a pontoon boat, enjoying the and glaciers of Denali National Park, all while your pilot explains
scenery and searching for bears who come to fish for spawning the highlights via two-way headset. Land — and walk — on a
salmon, sometimes snatching the lively fish as they leap from glacier’s surface (weather permitting), all while surrounded by
the water. Later, continue to your accommodations in a rustic- snow-veiled peaks in every direction. Then, pay an A&K-exclusive
modern lodge that overlooks Denali National Park and North visit to the Talkeetna Roadhouse, with a sweet box of treats to take
America’s tallest peak, Denali (formerly Mount McKinley). home and decorate. Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge | Meals: B L

Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge | Meals: B L D DAY 7: ANCHORAGE | HUSKIES & IDITAROD CHAMPIONS

DAY 5: TALKEETNA | EPIC ALASKAN RIVER FISHING Depart for Anchorage, stopping en route to visit the kennels
of four-time Iditarod champion Martin Buser and his Alaskan
Today, explore the quaint downtown of Talkeetna. Visit husky team. Every March, this long-distance, dog-sled race is
the family-run Kahiltna Birchworks, where learning about run from Anchorage to Nome, with mushers, such as Martin,
birch sap is rewarded with tastings of birch-made candy and their teams of 16 dogs facing everything from blizzards to
and ice cream. Then, head out on a privately guided angling subzero temperatures. Enjoy learning about these remarkable and
experience, trying your hand at fishing on local rivers teeming energetic canines, who are always eager for a gentle pat on the
with salmon, trout and char, and lined with towering fir trees. head. Tonight, meet the chef who prepares your farewell dinner,
This evening, enjoy time together at your wilderness lodge, and then feast and share favorite stories from your journey with
relaxing on the deck with views of endless mountain scenery or the new friends you’ve made. Hotel Captain Cook | Meals: B L D
inside with board games by a giant river rock fireplace.

Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge | Meals: B

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DAY 8: DEPART ANCHORAGE FAMILY LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

After breakfast, depart for the airport for your flight home. Meals: B

PROGRAM NOTE: Accommodations on this journey reflect the
best available in the region.

DATES & PRICING

GUARANTEED DOUBLE SINGLE The Hotel Alyeska
DEPARTURE DATES OCCUPANCY SUPPLEMENT Alaska’s best resort, with your deluxe room looking out on a lush valley surrounded by
mountain peaks, deep green forests and glaciers.
Jun 9–16, Jun 13–20, Jun 16–23, Jun 20–27, $6,995 $1,795
Jun 23–30, Jun 27–Jul 4, Jun 30–Jul 7,
Jul 4–11, Jul 7–14, Jul 11–18, Jul 14–21, $6,495
Jul 18–25, Jul 25–Aug 1, Aug 1–8,
Aug 4–11, Aug 8–15, Aug 11–18
Children 17 and under*

INTERNAL AIRFARE Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge Hotel Captain Cook
Economy class from $995 (Anchorage/Big River Lakes/Anchorage & Denali flightseeing) The only hotel in Talkeetna with clear In the heart of Anchorage, with views of
views of Denali (Mount McKinley). Cook Inlet and the Chugach Mountains.
JOURNEY DETAILS
Minimum age is 6 years. Suggested age is 6+.
First group event: welcome briefing at 8:30 a.m. on Day 2.
Last group event: farewell dinner at 7:00 p.m. on Day 7.
Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests.
This journey contains some active elements.
Triple occupancy pricing is available upon request.
*Pricing applies to children 17 and under sharing with an adult.

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THE AMERICAS CRUISE FOR FOUR NIGHTS TO THE
WILD GALÁPAGOS, DISCOVERING
EXTRAORDINARY ANIMALS NOT FOUND
ANYWHERE ELSE ON EARTH, AND VISIT
QUITO, MEETING LOCAL CHILDREN
AND ASCENDING A VOLCANO BY TRAM.

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G A L Á PA G O S Quito FAMILY GALÁPAGOS THE AMERICAS
ISLANDS
ECUADOR 8 days from $7,995 | Limited to 24 guests
Baltra
A&K FAMILY DISCOVERIES
PA C I F I C
OCEAN Cruise for four nights in the Galápagos Islands aboard
‘La Pinta,’ a stylish expedition vessel
ARRIVE/DEPART
AIR Discover the Galápagos Islands on twice-daily shore excursions
Elevation: that include nature walks and coastal explorations in a panga
Quito – 9,350 ft. with a certified naturalist guide

Meet with curious sea lions at the shore Kayak, snorkel, go light trekking, or try dry snorkeling in a glass-
bottom boat, on your choice of island activities

Observe giant tortoises, land iguanas and sea lions up close, in
their natural habitats

Enjoy child-friendly programs and activities, such as wildlife
photography, scavenger hunts, Spanish lessons and art-making

Appreciate the convenience of earlier seating and kid-friendly
menus

DAYS 1–2: ARRIVE QUITO, ECUADOR

Arrive in Quito, Ecuador, where you are met and transferred
to your hotel. The next day, travel to the edge of the city for an
awesome ride on TeleferiQo, an aerial gondola. The gondola
deposits you at the top of an active volcano, 12,950 feet above
sea level, where you take in marvelous vistas of the area,
before descending the mountain for lunch. Afterward, visit
La Mitad del Mundo Equatorial Line Monument, dedicated
to the 18th-century French expedition that first established
the position of the equator. Next, visit the intimate Inti Ñan
Museum to see examples of pre-Columbian customs and daily
life in Ecuador. Stop to watch or partake in a brief soccer match
with local children at one of Quito’s modern parks (weather
permitting) or at an indoor facility. Then, walk Quito’s historic
district, visiting San Francisco Church and continue to the
Plaza de la Independencia, the city’s oldest colonial center,
and admire the nearby Cathedral, Government Palace and
Archbishop’s Palace, before returning to your hotel. Tonight,
gather for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Casa Gangotena | Meals: B L D (Day 2)

DAY 3: BALTRA, THE GALÁPAGOS | ON BOARD ‘LA PINTA’

Fly to Baltra in the Galápagos Islands, where you board
‘La Pinta.’ After a welcome briefing, enjoy lunch on board.
This afternoon, begin exploring the Galápagos, starting at
South Plaza Island. Observe the native flora, such as the
prickly-pear cactus, a favorite snack of the land iguanas that
roam the island like real-life dragons. Scan the coastline for

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Encounter wild marine mammals in the Galápagos Islands

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BEFORE YOUR CRUISE, HOP ABOARD QUITO’S
TELEFERIQO SKY TRAM FOR AN EXCITING RIDE
ALONG PINCHINCHA VOLCANO TO THE TOP OF
CRUZ LOMA, WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS FOR MILES.

playful sea lions and colorful wild birds. Tonight, and each After lunch on board, proceed by panga to Cerro Brujo and
evening, back aboard ‘La Pinta,’ enjoy a variety of all-ages walk the same sandy shore once trod by Charles Darwin, the
activities designed to capture the imaginations of young 19th-century English naturalist whose theory of evolution
explorers, including fun quizzes, making handicrafts and began with the firsthand observations he made of life in the
learning some Spanish words. ‘La Pinta’ | Meals: B L D Galápagos. ‘La Pinta’ | Meals: B L D

DAY 4: CRUISING THE GALÁPAGOS | LIFE OF TORTOISES DAY 6: CRUISING THE GALÁPAGOS | PUNTA SUAREZ

Today, discover Santa Fe Island, boarding a panga (small open Begin at Punta Suárez, walking on lava terrain to visit the
boat) for a brief ride to its idyllic sandy-white beaches. Walk island’s seabird colonies. Depending on the time of year, you
the onshore terrain, keeping a lookout for wild residents: may spy soaring waved albatrosses, boobies or swallow-tail
a curious sea lion coming to greet you, a Galápagos hawk gulls; watch for marine iguanas, too. After lunch aboard,
perched atop salt bushes or a Santa Fe land iguana sunning cruise Gardner Bay and go ashore to observe the sea lions,
itself on a rock. Then, snorkel and swim along a natural wave mockingbirds and finches. The bay has a magnificent beach;
barrier or ride in a glass-bottom boat, for a cool glimpse into this is a great place to snorkel or kayak or ride the glass-
life beneath the waves. Break for lunch back on board, as you bottomed boat. ‘La Pinta’ | Meals: B L D
set a course toward San Cristobal Island. Disembark at Puerto
Baquerizo Moreno, and drive to a breeding center for highly DAY 7: BALTRA & QUITO | DARWIN RESEARCH CENTER
endangered giant tortoises at Cerro Colorado, set in a fantastic
deciduous forest. ‘La Pinta’ | Meals: B L D Disembark on Santa Cruz Island to visit the Charles Darwin
Research Station and learn about the captive rearing program
DAY 5: CRUISING THE GALÁPAGOS | DARWIN’S LEGACY for the giant tortoises. Afterward, ferry to Baltra and fly to
Quito for a farewell dinner and overnight.
Land on San Cristobal Island and set out on a trail that ascends
from the beach up to a lookout offering you spectacular Casa Gangotena | Meals: B D
shoreline views. Observe frigate birds and a colony of sea
lions, and, if conditions are favorable, swim from the beach. DAY 8: DEPART QUITO

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to depart. Meals: B

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FAMILY LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

‘La Pinta’ Casa Gangotena
Comfortable adventure yacht featuring fine cuisine and spacious cabins with large windows, A Travel + Leisure World’s Best hotel, this three-story restored mansion is conveniently
as well as sea kayaks and a glass-bottom boat. situated next to the Plaza San Francisco in Quito.

DATES & PRICING

GUARANTEED DOUBLE SINGLE
DEPARTURE DATES OCCUPANCY SUPPLEMENT

Mar 24–31, Apr 21–28, Jun 16–23, Jun 30–Jul 7, Jul 14–21, Aug 11–18, Dec 15–22 $7,995 $5,195
Children 17 and under* $7,495

INTERNAL AIRFARE
Economy class from $625 (Quito/Baltra/Quito)

JOURNEY DETAILS
Minimum age is 6 years. Suggested age is 7+. First group event: welcome briefing at 8:30 a.m. on Day 2. Last group event: farewell dinner at 7:00 p.m. on Day 7. Departures are guaranteed
to operate with a minimum of 2 guests. Triple occupancy cabins are limited, contact A&K for details. Please note that ‘La Pinta’ is an adventure vessel, and while it is ideal for small-group
exploration in the Galápagos, it is not a luxury ship. Shore excursions are shared with other passengers. This journey contains some active elements. Triple occupancy pricing is available upon
request. *Pricing applies to children 17 and under sharing with an adult.

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THE AMERICAS FROM RAINFORESTS AND
BEACHES TO VOLCANOES AND
HOT SPRINGS, EXPLORE COSTA
RICA’S VARIETY OF ECOSYSTEMS
AND WILDLIFE FOR THE ULTIMATE
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ADVENTURE.

See stunning rainforest creatures up close

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FAMILY COSTA RICA THE AMERICAS

7 days from $4,395 | Limited to 24 guests

A&K FAMILY DISCOVERIES

Venture through tropical landscapes, experiencing everything
from the Caribbean coast to the impressive Arenal Volcano

Discover wild and exotic creatures alongside your expert
local guide, including caimans, monkeys, toucans and poison
dart frogs

Experience Costa Rica’s rainforests from the unique vantage
points of a zipline course, aerial tram ride and suspended
bridges tour

Kayak or boat ride through the creeks and lagoons of
Tortuguero National Park, seeing monkeys, birds and marine life

Swim in hot springs warmed by a volcano

Whisk in comfort between Tortuguero and Arenal by private
air charter

Choose a July or August departure for a nighttime expedition
under starlit tropical skies to the nesting site of Atlantic green
sea turtles

La Fortuna CARIBBEAN DAY 1: ARRIVE SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA
(Arenal) SEA
Arrive in the bustling city of San José, Costa Rica, where you are
Tortuguero met and transferred to your hotel, a colonial hacienda set on a
30-acre coffee plantation. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
San José
DAY 2: SAN JOSÉ & TORTUGUERO |
COSTA RICA
ZIPLINING IN A CLOUD FOREST
PA C I F I C Drive to the Atlantic Forest Zipline Adventure, a 1,200-acre
OCEAN nature reserve set in a neon-green rainforest at the edge of
Braulio Carrillo National Park. Ascend into the trees for a
ARRIVE/DEPART thrilling zipline ride, surrounded by 360-degree views of the
AIR landscape and the sounds of howler monkeys and tropical
ROAD birds. Your family may opt for an alternate excursion through
the rainforest canopy on an aerial tram, viewing its lush
scenery and wildlife up close in the treetops. Visit the butterfly
garden and the frog pond, then embark on a boat ride to your
lodge in Tortuguero, where you enjoy a family welcome dinner.
Tortuga Lodge & Gardens | Meals: B L D

DAY 3: TORTUGUERO | RAINFOREST RIVER VOYAGE

Rise early for a guided birding walk that may star great green
macaws, before embarking on a cruise down the lazy tropical
rivers that define Tortuguero National Park, one of the largest
rainforests in Central America. Covered by endless webs of
flora, fauna here is equally abundant and includes capuchin

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Experience dormant Arenal Volcano and the many adventures it brings

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OFFERED ON JULY AND AUGUST DEPARTURES, AN EVENING
EXPEDITION TAKES YOU TO THE BEACHES OF TORTUGUERO

NATIONAL PARK TO WITNESS NESTING ATLANTIC GREEN
SEA TURTLES UNDER A STARLIT SKY.

monkeys, river otters and poison dart frogs, all of which flight and you learn about the tropical produce he grows.
you may spy as you sail by. Later, explore the village of San You also learn how sugar cane is processed at the trapiche
Francisco. If time permits, you may also visit a neighborhood (sugar mill). Next, sit down for a lovely organic lunch, freshly
school (when in session) and join local children for a game of prepared at the farm. Depart for the short drive to your hotel at
soccer. Tortuga Lodge & Gardens | Meals: B L D the base of towering Arenal Volcano. Marvel at the views of the
famed volcano, now in a resting state after years of activity, and
DAY 4: TORTUGUERO | KAYAKING THE CAÑO PALMA featuring a near-perfect cone that soars 5,357 feet above sea
level. Nayara Resort, Spa & Gardens | Meals: B L D
This morning, head north by boat to Caño Palma (Palm
Canal) for an exciting kayak adventure in the richest biological DAY 6: LA FORTUNA | SCENIC HANGING BRIDGES
ecosystem in Costa Rica. Paddling alongside an expert local
guide, enjoy a beautiful journey to Tortuguero National Park. If After breakfast, explore the surrounding rainforest on an
you prefer, choose an optional motorized boat excursion. You unforgettable Arenal Hanging Bridges tour. See the lush
may also wander the beach where thousands of gentle Atlantic treetops from nearly two miles of hanging bridges, each
green sea turtles return to nest each year, always on the same designed to blend with the natural environment while leaving
stretch of sand where they were born. After lunch back at the the forest habitat virtually intact. As you walk, observe the
lodge, look forward to a Family Foodie Experience, during diversity of flora and fauna, set against the ever-imposing
which your family has fun preparing Costa Rican specialties views of Arenal. In the afternoon, enjoy a rewarding visit to El
with a local chef. The remainder of your day is at leisure to Ceibo Hot Springs. Tucked between Lake Arenal Dam and La
relax together as a family, perhaps with some fun in the sun at Fortuna nearly a mile off the main road, the springs consist of
the pool. Tortuga Lodge & Gardens | Meals: B L D five free-flowing pools amid a natural river gorge. Cool off after
your dip with smoothies and cocktails made with fresh local
DAY 5: LA FORTUNA | FARM TOUR & ARENAL VOLCANO ingredients. Tonight, gather with the new friends you’ve made
for a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Fly to La Fortuna. Upon arrival, travel to Finca Burio (Burio
Farm) and meet the owner, Don Juan. Join him on a tour Nayara Resort, Spa & Gardens | Meals: B D
through the fields of his plantation, where tropical birds take

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DAY 7: DEPART SAN JOSÉ FAMILY LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

Drive to San José International Airport for your flight home.
Meals: B

PROGRAM NOTE: Accommodations on this journey reflect the best
available in the region.

DATES & PRICING

GUARANTEED DOUBLE SINGLE Tortuga Lodge & Gardens
DEPARTURE DATES OCCUPANCY SUPPLEMENT Located on 146 private acres along Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, this relaxing
Jun 27–Jul 3, Jul 11–17, Aug 1–7 riverside lodge is surrounded by lush rainforest.
Children 17 and under* $4,395 $1,795
Dec 30–Jan 5, 2021 $3,895
Children 17 and under* $4,995 $2,395
$4,495

INTERNAL AIRFARE Nayara Resort, Spa & Gardens Costa Rica Marriott Hotel
Luxurious stay in a rainforest near Arenal, Hacienda Belen
Economy class from $345 (Tortuguero/La Fortuna) at a Travel + Leisure World’s Best hotel. Colonial luxury on a coffee plantation.

JOURNEY DETAILS

Minimum age is 6 years. Suggested age is 6+.
First group event: welcome briefing at 7:00 a.m. on Day 2.
Last group event: arrive at San José International Airport at 11:00 a.m. on Day 7.
Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests.
This journey contains some active elements.
Triple occupancy pricing is available upon request.
*Pricing applies to children 17 and under sharing with an adult.

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EUROPE EXPERIENCE SPAIN’S MYRIAD
MARVELS FROM NORTH TO SOUTH

WHEN YOU DISCOVER GAUDÍ’S
WILD BUILDINGS, AN ANDALUSIAN
HORSEMANSHIP DISPLAY AND THE

SECRET TO A PERFECT PAELLA.

Explore the ancient palace of Alhambra in Granada

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