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| History's Highlights Private Jet Tour
A 14-Day tour starting from $38,950
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| About This Tour | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Travel to six countries on world travelers’ "life list" of places to see, all in just two weeks aboard a deluxe private jet. |
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PRICE OF THE EXPEDITION INCLUDES
• All hotel accommodations, meals, group transportation, excursions and other group activities from arrival in London on January 14, 2009, through departure from Orlando following breakfast on February 4, 2009 • Airport transfers at beginning and end of trip • Transportation by private jet (or other conveyance) according to the itinerary, including meals, beverages, wine, beer and liquor on board our private jet • Complete program of special events and activities • Enrichment program of lectures and presentations by a team of experts • Professional expedition staff and physician to assist you throughout the trip • Bottled water throughout the expedition • Baggage handling abroad • All gratuities • Amenities package • Comprehensive medical evacuation insurance. PRICE OF THE EXPEDITION DOES NOT INCLUDE • Airfare and taxes from home cities to London and return from Orlando (see airfare section below) • Passport fees and visa charges • Accident/baggage/cancellation insurance • Personal expenses such as immunizations, laundry, telephone, fax charges, taxis • Liquor except as noted above. AIRFARE Because travelers originate from a variety of home cities, airfares will vary. We are happy to reserve flights in the class of service you prefer, and to arrange for your airport transfers and pre- or post-trip hotel accommodations. EXPECTATIONS OF TRAVELERS We consider this a fast-paced, strenuous program. Walking and climbing stairs are required to board and disembark the jet at most airports, to get around in hotels and to participate in many excursions. Riding in four-wheel-drive vehicles on rough terrain or unpaved paths can aggravate back conditions.
April 17 & 18, 2009
Depart from Home and Edinburgh, UK Depart on individual overnight commercial flights to Edinburgh. Meet fellow travelers, lecturers, and expedition leaders at a festive welcome dinner at our deluxe hotel. The Balmoral, Edinburgh April 19 & 20 Prague, Czech Republic Spared the ravages of war, Prague integrates Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and baroque architectural styles. Stroll through Wenceslas Square and Old Town Square, and the Jewish Quarter with its historical cemetery. Enjoy Czech specialties in a 15thcentury beer hall, and attend a concert in one of the city’s intimate venues. Four Seasons Hotel, Prague April 21 Tallinn, Estonia Tiny Estonia, dominated for centuries by larger nations, gained independence in 1991. Its capital, the fortress city of Tallinn, is steeped in medieval history. Enter the 14th century in Old Town’s winding streets, slender church spires, cobbled squares, and turrets. Explore the beautiful icons of St. Nicholas Church and the remains of Toompea Castle, where Estonia’s Parliament began to meet in the 13th century. Radisson SAS Saga Hotel, Tallinn April 22 & 23 St. Petersburg, Russia In St. Petersburg, one of Europe’s grandest cities, discover the beautiful grounds and historic Baroque cathedral of Peter & Paul Fortress – the city’s oldest structure – and massive St. Isaac’s Cathedral, gilded and intricately detailed. Explore the Neva River and the city’s canals, and enjoy a private tour at one of the city’s grand summer palaces. At the Hermitage, housed in the magnificent palace complex from which czars ruled for more than 150 years, examine superb collections — including the Gold Room. Hotel Astoria, St. Petersburg April 24 & 25 Cappadocia, Turkey Cappadocia is a surrealistic landscape of eerie rock formations – “fairy chimneys” – carved by the wind, rain, and volcanic eruption. The remnants of dwellings, churches, and chapels remain hollowed into the soft rock, and grottoes are magnificently decorated with colorful frescoes of biblical scenes. Explore Kaymakli, an eight-story underground refuge adapted centuries ago to include chapels, bedrooms, kitchens, and wine cellars. Various cave hotels, Cappadocia April 26 & 27 Jerusalem, Israel Throughout its tumultuous history, Jerusalem and its myriad historic monuments have held rich spiritual meaning across several faiths – for instance the Western Wall for Jews, Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Christians, and Dome of the Rock for Muslims. King David Hotel, Jerusalem April 28 & 29 Fez, Morocco The center of Moroccan cultural and religious life since the 9th century, Fez is one of the largest medieval cities on the world. Explore the vast medina’s magnificent gates, walls, and winding streets lined with palaces, mosques, Islamic seminaries, and fountains. Sofitel Palais Jamai, Fez April 30 London, UK/Depart for Home We arrive in the afternoon, then transfer to regularly scheduled commercial flights homeward.
Private Jet Information
Private Jet Travel is Safe, Comfortable and Convenient Our private Boeing 757 offers unmatched safety, long-range capabilities, access to smaller airports, and an interior customized for maximum comfort. Not limited by regular commercial routes or schedules, we fly direct, bypass busy airports and avoid layovers, crisscrossing continents and countries with ease. We enjoy special privileges, including expedited boarding, luggage handling, and Customs and Immigration formalities. Because we set our own schedules, we fly during the day, arriving refreshed and ready to explore. NEW, Spacious Leather Seats Fit Like a Glove We have reconfigured our Boeing 757 jetliner to accommodate just 74 guests in new VIP leather seats. Made with a patented, dense foam core, the seats automatically adjust to a wide range of body types and provide heightened comfort, flexibility and improved circulation. Each seat has an individual power source for laptops, digital cameras and other equipment. The cabin has 24 flat-screen monitors. We Control the Quality and Safety of Our Transportation The Boeing 757 is unsurpassed among today's jetliners for safety and has a 99 percent reliability rate for operating without mechanical delays. Our private jet is operated and maintained by First Choice Airways, founded in the United Kingdom in 1987. Carrying more than seven million passengers on more than 30,000 flights a year, First Choice Airways is one of the U.K.’s largest airlines and is consistently recognized for its high level of safety, performance and service. First Choice Airways monitors access to the jet and baggage at all times. Every piece of luggage is screened and identified with a security tag and remains under the watchful eyes of our staff and security officers. Find out more about our safety and security program. An Expedition Physician Travels With Us An experienced expedition physician accompanies each journey and is on-call to passengers 24 hours a day. An International Crew and Fine Create a First-Class Expedition Experience Accompanying our journey is an experienced, international crew, including eight cabin attendants, three pilots, two engineers, an airport liaison officer, and two chefs. The flight crew remains with us throughout the trip. Experienced expedition leaders also accompany the group. In-flight meals are graciously served on china and linen. Carefully chosen menus and wine lists accommodate a range of tastes. Dishes are prepared with the freshest ingredients and special emphasis is placed on food safety by our chef and catering assistant. Seminars in the Sky Prepare Us for Adventures on Land Our lecturers deliver in-flight presentations, using a public address system and conveniently placed overhead monitors. An on-board library of books and publications relating to each destination is available during flight. All tour prices are per person, in US dollars, based on double occupancy.
Single rate from $41,850, please call for details. |
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