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2019 VOLUME 3 - FALL TOURS AND CRUISES, OBERAMMERGAU 2020 • U.S.A. • South America • Britain • Europe • • Africa • Asia • South Pacific • Walking and Cycling Tours • Cruises Worldwide PROUDLY CANADIAN FOR 40 YEARS inside front cover_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:20 PM Page 1

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TORONTO 225 Eglinton Avenue West INCLUSIONS FOR ALL TOURS M4R 1A9 (416) 322-1500 • Round-trip transportation between your home OTTAWA and the airport (from many Canadian cities) 392 Richmond Road K2A OE8 • All airfare, all taxes and fuel surcharges. (613) 722-9400 (Airline baggage fees are not included). HAMILTON 151 York Blvd. Suite 204 • Carefully selected accommodation as described for L8R 3M2 each tour, including hotel taxes, gratuities (905) 577-1500 and luggage handling 100 Wharncliffe Road South • Guided touring and entrance fees, N6J 2K3 (519) 433-2300 as described for each tour MONTREAL • Meals, as listed for each tour 1828 Sherbrooke Street West H3H 1E4 • ALL gratuities including guides, drivers (514) 344-4500 and cruise ship staff (where applicable) VANCOUVER (BURNABY) 6450 Roberts St. Suite 110 • Comprehensive insurance plan (health while V5G 4E1 outside Canada, cancellation, trip interruption, (604) 647-0100 loss of luggage, etc.) CALGARY 215 -11012 Macleod Trail S.E. • Services of one of our cheerful, experienced escorts T2J 6A5 (403) 225-2900 • All prices guaranteed in Canadian funds!

TOLL-FREE NUMBER You have the option to arrange your own flights 1-800-268-3492 - home pick-up and airport transfers not included.

TO BOOK Phone the office nearest you to reserve your space. Within 7 days, send in the enclosed registration form, along with a deposit of $300 per person for regular tours, or $700 per person for tours including a cruise. $75 of this is a non-refundable administration fee. Balance of payment is due 60 days prior to departure for regular tours, 90 days prior to departure for tours including a cruise, train or entry visa. Make all payments by cheque, by final payment date, deduct $50! www.seniordiscoverytours.ca contents_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:10 PM Page 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS North and South America Greece and Middle East West Coast Rail and Sea 2 Magical Islands of Greece 76 Grizzlies & Whales on Vancouver Island 4 Glorious Greece (cruise included) 78 California Here We Come 6 Israel - The Holy Land 80 Spectacular Southwest 8 Magnificent Morocco 82 Music Cities - Nashville to New Orleans 10 Asia and Exotic Tours Argentina, Chile and Pategonia 12 China, Yangtze Cruise and Hong Kong 84 Peru 14 Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos 86 Ecuador Adventure 16 Borneo, Malaysia and Singapore 88 British Isles and Ireland Incredible India 90 Central - Off the Beaten Path 18 Wonders of Sri Lanka 92 Devon and Cornwall 20 Himalayan Adventure - Bhutan & Nepal 94 Railways and Waterways of Britain 22 Australia and New Zealand 96 Scottish Highlands Rail and Sail 24 South Africa 98 Channel Islands - Jersey & Guernsey 26 Tanzania Safari 100 All Around Ireland 28 Walking and Cycling Tours Wales and Ireland’s Ancient East 30 Walking - Southdown and Isle of Wight 102 Scotland and Ireland 32 Walking in Wales and Cotswolds 104 Italy and Walking in Cinque Terre & Amalfi Coast 106 Grand Tour of Italy (with ) 34 Walking in Provence & French Riviera 108 Hilltop Towns of Italy 36 Walking in the Austrian Alps 110 Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast 38 Walking the French and Italian Alps 112 Italian Riviera and Tuscany 40 Cycling Tuscany by E-bike 114 Italian Lakes and Bologna 42 Bordeaux Boat & Bike (or E-bike) 116 Swiss Alps and Italian Lakes 44 Cruise Recap - Summer and Fall 2019 118 Tuscany (Italy) and Nice (France) 46 France Wine Tour 48 New Cruises - Fall 2019 and Winter 2020 Southern France and Paris 50 Fall Foliage Cruise and New York 120 15-Day Circle Caribbean Cruise 122 The Rest of Europe 11-Day Southern Caribbean Cruise 124 The Poppy Trail (Historic Battlefields) 52 Hawaiian Island Cruise 126 Iceland - Land of Fire and Ice 54 Full Panama Canal Cruise 128 Grand Rail Tour of Switzerland 56 Partial Panama Canal Cruise 130 Prague, Vienna and Budapest 58 New Zealand Cruise & Sydney - 2020 132 Austria - 2 Centre Holiday 60 South American Cruise & Tour - 2020 134 Berlin, Oktoberfest and Austria 62 Cruise & Tour - 2020 136 Croatia and Slovenia (plus Venice) 64 Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania 66 Oberammergau 2020 and Armenia 68 Majestic Europe and Oberammergau 138 Barcelona and Catalonia (Spain) 70 Imperial Europe and Oberammergau 140 Grand Tour of Portugal 72 Danube Cruise and Oberammergau 142 Spain and Portugal, Tour and Stay-Put 74 Rhine Cruise and Oberammergau 144

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • Rocky Mountaineer Rail Tour, including 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner • 3-night cruise as described with all meals daily, and all activities and entertainment • First Class hotels in Vancouver and Los Angeles. Moderate hotel in Banff. Breakfast daily and 4 dinners included during the hotel-stay portion of the tour • All tour inclusions on the inside cover West Coast COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - based on Silver Leaf Service on the train. Rail and Sea *** Price varies by cabin type on the cruise • Inside cabin (various decks) ...... $6297 • Outside cabin (Plaza Deck) ...... $6497 • Balcony cabin (Aloha Deck) ...... $6597

• Single Supplement - $1790 • Upgrade to Gold Leaf Service (train) - $590 • Montreal, Ottawa or Halifax - add $90 • Winnipeg - deduct $100 • Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver - deduct $200

• Rocky Mountaineer Rail Tour • 3 Night Princess Cruise 11 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 8 - 18 • Stays in Banff, Vancouver and Los Angeles oversized panoramic windows. Gold Leaf Service includes On this tour we experience the Rocky , the beauty of gourmet hot breakfasts and lunches served in the exclusive Gold British Columbia, two of North America’s favourite cities and a Leaf Dining Room, and unparalleled panoramic views through relaxing time at sea - quite a wide range of experiences! We the full-length dome windows. Note - Gold Leaf passengers will begin in Banff - heart of the Canadian Rockies, for a 3-night be separated from the main group during the journey stay. Touring highlights here include Lake Louise, the amazing Columbia Icefields and the Banff Gondola ride to the top of The train trip ends in Vancouver (undeniably Canada's most Sulphur for the view of a lifetime. beautiful city), for a 2-night stay. We will enjoy a city tour and a free afternoon to explore Vancouver on our own. Then we board the Rocky Mountaineer for a 2-day journey. This is one of the world's most spectacular rail journeys. The train follows Then we board our ship for a 3-night cruise down the west coast. the path of the early explorers as it meanders over trestle bridges, Our ship, the Royal Princess, is a luxurious floating resort with the follows rivers, passes waterfalls and everywhere, of course, the Princess Line’s standard of facilities, entertainment, cabin glacier-clad mountains. Your train attendant will entertain you amenities and meal service. A choice of cabin categories is with interesting commentary and ensure your comfort. There are offered. two types of service aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Silver Leaf Our cruise ends in Los Angeles, where we enjoy a city tour, our Service includes hot breakfast and luncheon selections served at Farewell Dinner and an overnight. The city of Hollywood glamour your seat. You will enjoy the spectacular scenery through the is always a fun place to visit. 2 Senior Discovery Tours wcrail_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:27 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for West Coast Rail and Sea

Day 1: Departure / Banff. We depart for Calgary and on Day 5: Kamloops to Vancouver by train. We continue by arrival transfer by coach to Banff. Tonight is our Welcome train westward alongside the Thompson River to the Dinner. beautiful and winding Fraser Canyon. A highlight is Hell's Gate where water passes in a torrent over the canyon Day 2: Columbia Icefields / Banff. Our first stop this walls. As we leave the region the train passes through the morning is Lake Louise, world famous for its crystal blue fertile Fraser Valley to Vancouver. Breakfast and lunch are water and beautiful mountain setting. We then proceed up on the train. the Icefields Parkway until we reach the spectacular Columbia Icefields. The Icefields are one of the largest ice Day 6: Vancouver. Our city sightseeing tour this morning accumulations south of the Arctic Circle and the most will show us Chinatown, Gastown, Robson Street, Stanley accessible in North America. Here we will ride a Park and much more. Afternoon at leisure to explore this “Snocoach” to the middle of Athabasca Glacier to learn beautiful city on your own. more about its geological features. We return to Banff for Day 7: Vancouver / Embarkation. Morning at leisure to our dinner and overnight. enjoy the city. In the afternoon we board our deluxe cruise Day 3: Banff. Our morning tour will include Bow Lake, ship, the Royal Princess. This evening is our first delicious Tunnel Mountain Drive and a spectacular Gondola ride to dinner onboard. the top of Sulphur Mountain for the view of a lifetime. Days 8 & 9: At Sea. Enjoy the endless array of facilities, Afternoon at leisure to stroll the quaint streets and shops activities and entertainment onboard. in the lovely mountain resort town of Banff. Day 10: Los Angeles. The ship arrives in Los Angeles Day 4: Banff to Kamloops by train. We board the Rocky where we disembark for a tour of the city. We begin at Mountaineer and head for Kamloops, gateway to BC's Santa Monica for a stroll along the famous Santa Monica interior. As the train crosses the Continental Divide we Pier. Built in 1912, it is the oldest pleasure pier on the pass through the Spiral Tunnels in Yoho National Park, an West Coast, and the set for many scenes from Hollywood amazing engineering achievement. You will be thrilled by movies. After a visit to the Farmers Market we drive the stunning glaciers, numerous tunnels and snow- through parts of Hollywood and stop to see the Walk of capped mountains of Rogers Pass. Another highlight is Fame outside the TCL Chinese Theatre. After our tour we historic Craigellachie where the "last spike" was driven to will proceed to our hotel in the heart of the city for our complete the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. As the Farewell Dinner and overnight. train approaches Kamloops it follows the shoreline of Shuswap Lake. Breakfast and lunch are aboard the train. Day 11: Home. Air Canada takes us home from LA. We overnight at a Kamloops hotel, dinner included.

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• Single Supplement - $990 • Montreal or Ottawa - add $90 • Halifax - add $190 •Winnipeg - deduct $100 • Calgary or Edmonton - deduct $200 •Vancouver - deduct $300

The natural beauty of Vancouver Island must be seen to be believed! 10 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 14 - 23 It is ranked as one of the world’s best islands to visit by most travel publications, and has been designated A highlight of this tour will be our Grizzly Bear Watching Canada’s Number One Destination by Trip Advisor. From Tour in a region known as the Great Bear Rainforest. Victoria - BC’s historic capital, to the rugged wilderness Viewing these amazing animals up close in their natural around Tofino on the west coast, “The Island” as it’s habitat is an experience that you will never forget. This known locally has one of the world's most diverse region is also one of the world's premier locations for ecosystems: rainforests, marshes, meadows, beaches, whale watching, as we will discover on our marine wildlife mountains, oceans, rivers and lakes. This diversity viewing adventure. There will be many more opportunities provides habitats for a huge variety of wildlife species, to enjoy a wide variety of wildlife viewing. A Naturalist will and so visitors to the island are assured of a wide range travel with us throughout the tour, and local guides will of opportunities to experience spectacular natural beauty join us as well in order to provide more detailed insight. and wildlife viewing. The beauty and tranquility of the Vancouver Island is also home to many resilient First island has also long been a draw for artists and artisans Nations communities. We will visit some of these - there are countless art galleries, studios and shops communities and learn about the natural and cultural selling unique, locally produced arts and crafts traditions that have been passed down through the throughout the island. generations. *** This tour is suitable only for the fit and active traveller. 4 Senior Discovery Tours vanisland_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:27 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Vancouver Island Day 1: Victoria. We fly to Victoria, and upon arrival transfer to see Grizzly Bears along the Orford River - home to one of to our hotel. This afternoon join in on the Program BC’s largest concentration of Grizzlies. A packed lunch and Orientation discussion. Our Welcome Dinner is this evening. snacks are available on the vessel. Our journey will take us through the exciting Seymour Narrows and the Hole in the Day 2: Wildlife and Ecosystems / Victoria. This morning we Wall, past many scenic islands, with icefield capped enjoy an informative talk about the wildlife and ecosystems mountains in the background. Wildlife viewing en route found along BC’s southern coast, before embarking on a could include Orca, Humpback, dolphin, seals, sea lions, nature walk to Beacon Hill Park with a naturalist guide. bald eagles, otter and mink. Once we reach the Orford River After our included lunch we board a vessel for an exciting we are welcomed by our hosts, the Homalco First Nations marine wildlife viewing adventure along the southern coast for whom these are historical lands. They will shuttle us by of Vancouver Island and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Keep minibus to a series of viewing areas that are strategically your eyes peeled for possible sightings of seals, sea lions, placed throughout the salmon spawning grounds, where eagles and other marine birds, porpoises and even orcas! Grizzlies are fishing and feeding. The bears can come Day 3: Tofino. As we head north we’ll make a stop at within 10 feet of our platforms, providing once-in-a- Goldstream Park, then we continue on to the quaint fishing lifetime photo opportunities. Later a Chinese Smorgasborg village of Cowichan Bay, and learn about the life cycle of dinner is included. salmon and marine habitat preservation. We’ll have free Day 7: First Nations Culture / Courtenay. We visit Deep Bay time for lunch in the quaint town of Chemainus and from Marine Research Station where we learn more about Marine there it’s on to the fabled town of Tofino on the wild West biology and ecosystems. After lunch at a local restaurant Coast of the island. With its ancient rainforest, vast we proceed to the town of Comox, home to a thriving First stretches of white sand and massive waves pounding in Nations community, and visit the traditional bighouse from the Pacific Ocean, Tofino boasts one of Canada’s most where feasts and potlatches are hosted. Our guide will breathtaking locations. discuss her culture and how her people have maintained a Day 4: Tofino. We travel to Terrace Beach to join a local highly sophisticated society that has survived here for naturalist who will lead us on a walk along The Wild Pacific thousands of years without a written language. View the art Trail, where we’ll learn about the region’s unique flora and displayed in totem poles, crest carvings, paintings and fauna. Whales are often spotted from this location as well. regalia. This is a unique and genuinely moving experience. Later we’ll stop at the Kwistis Visitor Centre, which focuses Day 8: Nanaimo. We continue to Errington and visit the on the natural and cultural heritage of Pacific Rim National Wildlife Recovery Station. This non-profit, volunteer facility Park Reserve. provides care to injured wildlife from all over Vancouver Day 5: West Coast Black Bears / Courtenay. Abundant to Island. After our visit we proceed to Coombs - a farmers the West Coast of Vancouver Island, the Black Bear makes market where goats live on the roof of the moss covered its presence known when the tides are low. They roam the store. Then its on to Cathedral Grove - an old growth forest shores in search of their favourite delicacy, the Rock Crab. of Douglas Fir, Western Red Cedar, Western Hemlock, Cruising through these scenic passageways allows for Broadleaf Maple and Balsam Fir. Some trees are estimated many opportunities to view other wildlife like herons, to be 800-years-old. eagles, harbour seals and porpoises in their natural Day 9: Victoria. As we head south to Victoria we’ll once habitat. All the while the crew will entertain you with again stop in Chemainus, which once boasted the largest interesting facts about wildlife and the surrounding area. enclosed sawmill in North America. Now the town is known After our cruise we’ll travel to the east side of Vancouver for its beautiful murals. Then it’s a stop in the town of Island and the city of Courtenay - our base for the next 3 Duncan, famous for its Totems, before returning to Victoria. nights. Dinner is at a local restaurant. Our Farewell Dinner is this evening. Day 6: The Great Bear Rainforest and Grizzlies / Day 10: Home. We fly home from Victoria. Courtenay. Today we set off in a comfortable marine vessel

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge • First Class and moderate hotels • Full American breakfast daily • 10 dinners and 1 light lunch • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal, Winnipeg, or Edmonton - $5997

• Single Supplement - $1950 California • Triples - deduct $200 per person • Ottawa or Halifax - add $90 • Calgary - deduct $100 Here We Come • Vancouver - deduct $200

On this tour we will start in San Francisco, explore the Golden State’s stunning coastline 15 DAYS • OCTOBER 3 - 17 and finish in San Diego, taking in the best of California. Tour Highlights: SAN FRANCISCO: Known for its hilly landscape, iconic LOS ANGELES / HOLLYWOOD and BEVERLY HILLS: “The Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, colourful Victorian houses City of Angels” is the center of America’s film and and the historic Fisherman’s Wharf. In the bay sits television industry. Alcatraz Island - site of the notorious former prison. NEWPORT BEACH: Offers one of the largest recreational MONTEREY: Cannery Row, one-time center of the sardine- harbours on the west coast. packing industry, was immortalized by novelist John PALM SPRINGS: A sun-drenched desert oasis that Steinbeck. Equally famous is the Monterey Bay Aquarium. attracts celebrities, sun seekers and naturalists alike. 17 MILE DRIVE: One of California’s top scenic drives, Stars such as Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, Marilyn Monroe with beautiful beaches, seals and sea lions, the famed and Lucille Ball all built homes here. Lone Cypress, huge mansions and championship golf SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: California’s most famous mission, courses. known for the “miracle” of the return of the swallows. SAN SIMEON: Home to the legendary Hearst Castle. SAN DIEGO: The Gaslight District, Historic Old Town, and SOLVANG: A quaint Danish village. Balboa Park are but a few of the world-class attractions here. SANTA BARBARA: The “American Riviera”.

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Tentative Itinerary for California Here We Come Day 1: Departure / San Francisco. We depart for San Chinese Theatre where we see the famous footprints and Francisco. Upon arrival we transfer to our hotel in the heart of star-lined sidewalks on Hollywood Boulevard. We visit the the city, with time at leisure before tonight’s Welcome Dinner. famous Getty Museum - an architectural landmark with breathtaking views and a world renowned art collection. We Day 2: San Francisco. We tour America's Favourite City - end with time at leisure to stroll in colourful Santa Monica. Chinatown, Ghirardelli Square, Fisherman's Wharf and other famous sights. Then we cross the Golden Gate Bridge and Day 9: Ronald Reagan Library / Palm Springs. We first visit stop for panoramas of San Francisco and the Bay area. In the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library - perched atop a hill Marin County we will see one of America's wealthiest with sweeping views, and one of California’s most unique communities, and the picturesque town of Sausalito. attractions. The Museum contains hundreds of artifacts, paying tribute to America’s 40th president. Step aboard the Day 3: Alcatraz / San Francisco. This morning we cruise on same Air Force One that flew President Reagan over 1 million San Francisco Bay to Alcatraz Island and the infamous km around the world. We’ll also stroll through the Library’s former federal prison, which was home to the likes of Al replicas of the White House’s Rose Garden and South Lawn. Capone, “Machine Gun” Kelley and Robert “The Birdman” Later we arrive in Palm Springs for a 3-night stay. Stroud. There are videos, self-guided walks, an audio tour and talks on topics such as “Famous Escapes”. Afternoon at Day 10: Palm Springs. On our guided tour of Palm Springs leisure to explore San Francisco at your own pace. we see some of the homes of Hollywood celebrities who called this desert playground their home since the 1930’s. Day 4: Salinas / Carmel. We drive to Salinas and visit the We also see some of the beautiful natural highlights this Steinbeck Center, a multi-media museum which brings to area is known for. Included will be an easy hike into the life the novels and personal world of author John Steinbeck, famous Indian Canyons, and since the Coachella Valley is who was born here. We then proceed to the charming known as the Date Capital, we will visit a date garden! oceanside town of the artisans, Carmel, for a 2-night stay. Day 11: Palm Springs. A day at leisure to enjoy the desert Day 5: Monterey / Carmel. We visit historic Monterey, oasis of Palm Springs. There is much to do and see here. California’s old capital, to see Steinbeck's Cannery Row and Your Tour Manager will be on hand with suggestions. visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium - the largest aquarium in the west. Then we proceed to Carmel, considered the most Day 12: Newport Harbour Cruise / Mission San Juan / beautiful spot on the coast. See why as we drive along the San Diego. We head over to Newport Beach (where the rich Del Monte Forest 17 Mile Drive where lavish mansions were and famous moor their yachts) for a relaxing Harbour Cruise built by tycoons in the 1920's. The views of the sea and along the California Riviera. In the afternoon we visit the rugged coastline are unsurpassed. famous Mission San Juan Capistrano, surrounded by the oldest neighbourhood in California. Then we proceed to San Day 6: Big Sur, Hearst Castle and Solvang. We continue the Diego’s historic Old Town, where we may stroll the quaint thrilling drive down the Pacific Coast Highway (acclaimed as streets before ending at our nearby hotel, for a 3-night stay. the most beautiful drive in North America) where the mountains drop steeply to the sea. Passing the fantastic Day 13: San Diego. Our full-day tour will take in the old and Pacific panoramas of Big Sur we arrive at San Simeon, home the new in this historic city, including Point Loma, Mission of the famous Hearst Castle. We visit this fabulous estate Bay, Cabrillo National Monument, Balboa Park and Old Town. and explore the small kingdom of castles, fountains and Day 14: San Diego. A day of leisure to enjoy this wonderful European art treasures. You won't believe your eyes! We city! Perhaps visit the world famous San Diego Zoo, take a overnight in Solvang, reminiscent of a quaint Danish town. trolley ride from Old Town to the Gas Lamp District, return to Day 7: Santa Barbara / Los Angeles. After some free time in Balboa Park’s Art Galleries, museums, theatres and Solvang we proceed to Santa Barbara, noted for architectural restaurants, visit Seaport Village – a charming area with a beauty. We carry on via the coastal town of Malibu to LA. boardwalk, horse-drawn carriages or perhaps take a trolley across the border to Tijuana, for a Mexican experience! Day 8: Los Angeles. Our full day tour of LA begins with a Tonight we enjoy our Farewell Dinner! visit to the Farmer's Market. We will drive through parts of Hollywood and stop to stroll the Walk of Fame at Mann's Day 15: Home. We fly home with Air Canada Rouge. Senior Discovery Tours 7 specsw_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:05 AM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge • First Class and moderate hotels • Full American Breakfast daily • 10 dinners and 1 lunch • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Spectacular Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal - $5997 Southwest • Single Supplement - $1590 • Halifax - add $90 • Winnipeg, Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton - deduct $100

• Colorado • Canyonlands • Arizona • Las Vegas 16 DAYS • OCTOBER 7 - 22 Of all America’s natural wonders, none are more awe- inspiring than the National Parks. The spectacular • The Grand Canyon landscapes of the Southwest offer some of the world’s • Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon most breathtaking scenery. • Antelope Canyon The Fall is a special time to visit this region. The ever- • Arches National Park changing autumn light captures nature’s wonders in warm golden hues. While we spend days visiting vast red • Dead Horse Point canyons and sunlit mountain ranges, the evenings offer • Mesa Verde National Park us the best of western cuisine and delightful entertainment. • Canyonlands evening dinner-cruise Tour Highlights: • Lake Powell scenic boat ride • Denver – “Gateway to the Rockies” and “Mile High • Bryce National Park City” • Zion National Park • Red Rocks Amphitheatre • Illuminated tour of Glitter Gulch, Las Vegas • Historic Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad ride • Navajo Tribal Park jeep tour in Monument Valley *** This tour is recommended only for the fit and active traveller. 8 Senior Discovery Tours specsw_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:05 AM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Spectacular Southwest Day 1: Denver. We depart for Denver - ‘Gateway to the natural attractions and learn about Navajo culture. Enjoy a Rockies’. Upon arrival we transfer to our hotel, with the South Western dinner tonight. balance of the day at leisure. Day 10: Grand Canyon / Flagstaff. We continue on to the Day 2: Denver. Our tour of the ‘Mile High City’ features both greatest of all canyons, the Grand Canyon. One of the great Victorian and modern architecture with the Rocky Mountains natural wonders in the world, it is 15 miles wide, a mile providing a spectacular backdrop. We’ll visit the impressive deep and formed over millions of years by the erosion of the Colorado History Museum. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner. Colorado River. We have plenty of time to wander along the brink of the chasm and take in the views from various look- Day 3: Grand Junction. A full day of sightseeing includes the out points. We overnight in nearby Flagstaff. Red Rocks Amphitheatre Park with its spectacular views of the Rockies. We also visit Buffalo Bill's grave and the chic Day 11: Sedona / Flagstaff. We enjoy a half day visit to ski resort of Vail. We end up in Grand Junction, Colorado. scenic Sedona – a lovely artist colony town known for its magnificent red rock formations and nearby Oak Creek Day 4: Grand Junction. Our touring in this area includes the Canyon. We will marvel at the views of the colourful strands Colorado National Monument, as well as a tasting of the of red rocks, draped along the beautiful streams and valleys. local honey wine. The afternoon will be at leisure. Day 5: Moab. We follow the Grand Valley towards Utah. The We begin in the spectacular southwest comes alive as we enter Arches Day 12: Antelope Canyon / Bryce Canyon. spectacular Antelope Canyon, where our Navajo guide will National Park near Moab which contains the largest take us on a jeep tour through the Canyon’s petrified sand concentration of natural stone arches in the world. After dunes. These stunning red and orange rock formations are taking the scenic route around the park for all the major natural wonders created by wind, water and sand! Then we sights there will be a short guided walking tour. enjoy a scenic boat ride on Lake Powell, affording us Day 6: Dead Horse / Canyonlands. Our first visit is Dead beautiful views of Glen Canyon. We finish at magnificent Horse State Park, an unglamorous name for one of Utah's Bryce Canyon National Park. most awesome parks. Towering high above the Colorado We visit Bryce River, Dead Horse Point provides a breathtaking view of this Day 13: Bryce and Zion National Parks. Canyon National Park, where millions of years of water and other-worldly landscape. We continue on to Canyonlands wind erosion have formed thousands of delicately carved National Park - a mystical region of sculptured mesas and spires rising in brilliant colours from the valley floor. We will buttes. You may recognize the scenery from western movies. stop at the best vantage points. Those who wish to walk one This evening we enjoy the spectacular Canyonlands by Night of the trails will find them clearly marked. Later we proceed dinner-cruise, and overnight again in Moab. to Zion National Park - one of America's most impressive. Day 7: Durango. A day of wonderful scenery as we cross This morning we view the multi- back into Colorado. On the way to Durango we travel through Day 14: Zion National Park. coloured steep rock cliffs of Zion from various vantage scenic mountain passes and visit sights known for Indian points. There will be time to enjoy the Zion Canyon Scenic rock art. We also visit the Mesa Verde National Park, where Drive that cuts through its main section, leading to forest we see the abandoned cliff dwellings of the Anaszi Indians. trails along the Virgin River. This river flows to the Emerald Day 8: Silverstone Railroad / Durango. A tour highlight will Pools, which have waterfalls and a hanging garden. Our be the ride on the Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, which special Farewell Dinner will be tonight! winds its way through the San Juan Mountains and offers We leave the natural beauty for the glitz fantastic views - an exhilirating experience! Day 15: Las Vegas. of Las Vegas. We arrive at our hotel (right on The Strip) in Day 9: Kayenta. We enter Arizona, and our first stop is Four time to enjoy a full free afternoon. This evening we will enjoy Corners Monument, the point where four states meet. We a guided illuminated night tour of the Strip and to Glitter continue to the Navajo Tribal Park of Monument Valley - a Gulch where it all began. wonderland of natural monuments in sculptured sandstone. We fly home with Air Canada Rouge. We’ll enjoy a fascinating jeep ride to view the amazing Day 16: Home.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class and moderate hotels • Full Breakfast daily (except for the day of the Jazz Brunch) • 8 dinners • 3 lunches and a Jazz Brunch • All tour inclusions on the inside cover Music City COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, to the Big Easy Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - $5997

Nashville to New Orleans • Single Supplement - $1490 • Triples - deduct $150 per person

• Nashville • New Orleans • Memphis • Mississippi 12 DAYS • OCTOBER 3 - 14 This tour will take us on a journey through the musical heart of America, better kown as “The Mojo Triangle”. This cultural area, located between Nashville, Memphis and and singing along, as we tour the most famous locations New Orleans, is the musical birthplace of Country, Blues, in Memphis, including Beale Street, Sun Studios and more. Jazz and Rock n’ Roll. A remarkable array of creative Of course we will also make a stop at Graceland to visit the artists, not just in music, but also in literature and film, residence of Elvis Presley. had their beginnings here. In Mississippi we will stay in the beautiful antebellum We begin with a 4-night stay at the Gaylord Opryland town of Natchez, and we will have the opportunity to visit a Resort in the heart of Nashville – the ‘Country Music unique plantation home. Capital of the World’, better known as ‘Music City’. The Then we continue to New Orleans for a 4-night stay. The best performers of all musical genres play here at over 120 city that gave the world Jazz, Bourbon Street, Creole culture live music venues throughout the city. We will visit Honky and Oysters Rockefeller has a style and history all its own. Tonk Row, The Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium and enjoy Our stay will include a city tour with a visit to one of New a boot stomping performance of line dancing at one of Orleans’ unique cemeteries, a Swamp Tour, a Jazz Brunch Nashville’s historic Honky Tonks. and a lazy Mississippi Paddleboat dinner cruise! Then it’s off to Memphis, known as both the Birthplace of There will be plenty of time to stroll the romantic old-world the Blues and Home of Rock & Roll. We will enjoy a streets, Jackson Square and The French Market or to 2-night stay in Memphis right across from the famous treasure hunt amidst the vast array of galleries and shops. Peabody Hotel where we can view the delightful “Peabody Our First Class hotel is the Maison Dupuy - a lovely French Duck March” – ongoing each day since the 1930’s! A Mojo Quarter hotel close to Jackson Square and its’ spectrum of Tour (led by a Memphis musician) will have us laughing entertainment and world famous restaurants. 10 Senior Discovery Tours nashville_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:17 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Nashville / New Orleans Day 1: Nashville. We depart for Nashville, and upon arrival Plantation home. We will be welcomed by the 5th generation transfer to the Gaylord Opryland Resort where we will owner who will guide us through her fine Southern home and experience the finest in Southern hospitality. serve up a true Southern dinner. Day 2: Nashville. Our city includes visits to the Country Day 8: Natchez / New Orleans. Following our Southern Music Hall of Fame, with its many exhibits and music that Breakfast at our hotel, we drive to the river for a unique tour showcase Nashville’s contribution to the songwriting and of Frogmore Plantation and Gin - designated one of the top recording industry, and the Historic RCA Studio (Elvis Must See places in the south! Frogmore is a working cotton recorded over 200 songs here). We will also enjoy a stroll plantation that takes us from the 1850’s (when the down the Music City Walk of Fame and along Honky Tonk plantation was worked by slaves), to a modern day Highway! This evening we enjoy a boot stomping dinner at computerized gin. Enjoy the stories and join in with the one of Nashville’s historic Honky Tonks. music, pick a bowl of cotton, visit the slave cabins and learn about plantation life. Back aboard the coach listen to Day 3: Nashville. Today we get a sneak peek into the life of legend Barbara Mandrell during a tour of the fabulous specially recorded blues, ragtime and jazz music prior to our Fontanel Mansion. Then we step aboard The General Jackson stop at the Delta Music Museum. Here we learn about the Showboat, – a 300-foot paddlewheel riverboat (the largest fascinating life stories of Jerry Lee Lewis, Aaron Neville, showboat in the country) - for an afternoon of great food, Conway Twitty, Fats Domino and others as we listen to their entertainment and wonderful views. After lunch we head music. After our lunch at Mammy’s (or similar) we proceed back downtown for a tour of the Museum of the man in black to the Jazz capital – New Orleans! – Johnny Cash! This evening we enjoy dinner, a show at the Day 9: New Orleans. We begin with a lively Jazz Brunch at Grand Ole Opry and then get behind the scenes with a the landmark Court of Two Sisters, then proceed on our Backstage tour of the other side of the Opry! guided city tour. Learn how this melting pot of French, Spanish, African and Cajun peoples is reflected in the Day 4: Nashville. We begin with the new “Soul of Nashville” experience at the historic Ryman Auditorium (Mother Church architecture, cuisine and culture. We will see the beautiful of Country Music). Then we will drive through some of the Garden District, the unique above-ground cemetery, the most elite neighborhoods in Nashville and see the homes of French Market and the River Walk. Of course no tour would the movers and shakers of this vibrant city. be complete without a stroll down Bourbon Street. This evening you may enjoy one of the many local eateries, visit Day 5: Graceland / Memphis. We travel to Memphis with a Preservation Hall or stop in at Pat O’Brian’s for a “Hurricane”! stop at Graceland – home of Elvis Presley. Elvis has sold over 1 billion records worldwide – more than anyone in Day 10: Swamp Tour. We embark on an adventurous Swamp music history. We will tour his house, cars and jets before Tour during which we will see the flora and fauna of this we continue to our centrally located hotel in Memphis. unique area. These swamps are home to many interesting birds and the dense moss covered trees add to the Day 6: Memphis. We begin with a special musical “Mojo atmosphere. Our included lunch will include the specialty of tour” of Memphis, singing along with the guide. Included is the area - Andouille Sausage! Back in the city we learn a visit to Sun Studio, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Museum and the Civil about the local cuisine and enjoy dinner at the famous New Rights Museum. At our walking leisure we will explore the Orleans Cooking School. After dinner why don’t you check out historic downtown including Beale Street - one of the world’s more of the night life in the French Quarter. most interesting and infamous streets - rich with stories of musical legends, gangsters and Civil War and American Day 11: New Orleans. This morning we go behind the scenes heroes. Don’t forget to watch the famous “Peabody Duck of the amazing Mardi Gras Floats and learn about Carnival March” near our hotel. This evening we return to Beale Street history at Mardi Gras World. The rest of the day is free. This for dinner, music and lively street entertainment. evening we hop aboard pedicabs which will take us down to our Grand Finale event - great jazz, beautiful vistas and Day 7: Natchez. Today we head for beautiful and historic wonderful food ‘steamboat style’ aboard the grand Natchez Natchez Mississippi – an antebellum town on the banks of Steamboat, as we cruise along the lazy Mississippi. the Mississippi. In the afternoon we enjoy a horse-drawn Carriage Tour of the City, and then visit the historic Glenfield Day 12: Home. Air Canada takes us home. Senior Discovery Tours 11 chile_Layout 1 1/9/2019 1:52 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada (all gateways fly via Toronto each way) • First Class hotels • Full breakfast daily, 10 dinners and 2 lunches Argentina, • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: Chile • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa or Halifax - $7597 and Patagonia • Single Supplement - $1290 • Winnipeg, Calgary or Edmonton - add $190 • Vancouver - add $390

Patagonia - the southern tip of South America at what is very nearly the end of the world, 16 DAYS • NOVEMBER 10 - 25 has for centuries lured adventurers with its age-old glaciers, snow-capped peaks, cobalt fjords and spellbinding vistas. Tour Highlights We begin in Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires - birthplace • Buenos Aires, including a Tango Cabaret of the tango. This cosmopolitan city has wide boulevards, • Tigre – the enormous delta of the Parana River, with a French colonial architecture, colourful traffic-free river boat cruise along the canals and streams shopping areas and a legendary lively atmosphere. • Glacier National Park Then we travel to Patagonia, a region shared by Argentina and Chile, with the Andes Mountains as its dividing line. • Perito Moreno Glacier – Highlight of Patagonia! We will tour the highlights of this mystic region including • Upsala Glacier the amazing Perito Moreno Glacier. • Argentino Lake We continue our adventure to Chile’s lively capital city of • Visit of Estancia Chali Aike Santiago, with it’s stunning backdrop of the majestic Andes. in addition to touring the city we will also visit • Torres Del Paine National Park Vina del Mar, known as the 'Garden City' and one of • Punta Arenas Chile's premier beach resorts, as well as Valparaiso - a • Valparaiso – a UNESCO World Heritage Site UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Chile's most historic ports, with its colourful hillside houses. • Santiago - Chile’s colonial capital *** This tour is suitable for the fit and active traveller. • Visit of Santa Rita Winery in the Maipo Valley

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Tentative Itinerary for Argentina, Chile & Patagonia Day 1: Depart. Tonight we board our flight to Buenos Aires. visitors to reach the most beautiful viewing points and to Day 2: Arrive Buenos Aires. We arrive in Buenos Aires. The rest become acquainted with the wealth of flora and fauna. of the day is free until this evening’s Welcome Dinner at a local Day 10: Punta Arenas, Chile. This morning we transfer to Punta restaurant. Arenas, and this afternoon we enjoy a city tour. We begin with a Day 3: Buenos Aires. On our city tour we see some of the unique drive to the viewpoint of the Cerro La Cruz for a beautiful view of neighbourhoods this city is known for. We also see the the city and the Magellan Strait. We’ll also visit the Salesian Presidential Palace (former headquarters of Eva Peron - still a Museum Marggiorino Borgatello, where we will learn about popular cult figure here), the Plaza de Mayo, Metropolitan Patagonia’s original inhabitants. We continue to Punta Arenas Cathedral and the Colon Opera House. We will stop in historic cemetery, widely known for its unique and impressive tombs. We San Telmo, the oldest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires, and stroll end in the main square - the Plaza de Armas, lined by the 19th the narrow streets with unique shops. This evening we enjoy a century mansions of wealthy sheep-farming families. fabulous Tango Cabaret. Day 11: Punta Arenas, at Leisure. Your Tour Manager will be on Day 4: Delta Cruise / Buenos Aires. We will board a typical hand to offer suggestions. You may want to join an optional riverboat for a cruise along the canals and streams that thread excursion to the penguin islands of Santa Marta and Isla their way among many islands along the Parana River, until we Magdalena, or perhaps a tour to see the majestic Andean Condor. reach the town of Tigre on the edge of the Delta. Many Porteños Day 12: Santiago, Chile. This morning we fly to Santiago, and (inhabitants of Buenos Aires) have made sailing clubs and this afternoon enjoy a tour of this lively and historic city. We will weekend homes built on stilts here because of frequent flooding. see or visit some of the more important buildings such as the Day 5: El Calafate, Argentina. We fly to El Calafate, situated by Cathedral, the Central Post Office, the Presidential Palace, “La Argentino Lake - a glacier lake of the Patagonian Andes. It is the Moneda”, the Cousiño Palace and the Basilica de los biggest lake in Argentina and the 3rd biggest in South America. Sacramentinos. Later we travel toward the soaring Andes, past Dinner is at a local restaurant. the Cerro San Cristóbal - an outpost of the mountains which tower over the city with a great white statue of the Virgin Mary Day 6: Perito Moreno Glacier / El Calafate. The most important crowning its summit. highlight of Argentinian Patagonia is the spectacular Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciers National Park. Here we will see Day 13: Vina Del Mar and Valparaiso. Valparaíso is Chile’s many glaciers and turquoise blue lakes with a backdrop of snow- undisputed cultural capital, with fine 19th-century architecture capped Andean mountain peaks. The glacier has 80-metre-high that has earned it a designation as a UNESCO World Heritage walls, and the deep blue colours of the ice and the columns Site. We will see the historic city centre, then ascend to a view- within the glacier seem unbelievable! From a series of catwalks point overlooking the city via one of Valparaíso’s signature and vantage points we will be able to see, hear, and photograph funicular elevators. Later we proceed to Viña del Mar, whose the glacier safely while enormous chunks of ice erode off the manicured boulevards lined with palm trees, stately palaces, glacier and crash into the water. sprawling public beaches and beautiful expansive parks are a sharp contrast to the charming jumble of neighbouring Day 7: El Calafate / Glacier Boat Tour. We board a boat and Valparaíso. During our city tour we will visit the famous flower navigate through the North Arm of Argentino Lake until we reach clock, originally built by Swiss clockmakers. the Upsala Channel, where we will find a spectacular ice barrier from where we will have a panoramic view of the Upsala Glacier. Day 14: Winery Tour / Santiago. Morning at leisure. This Then we sail the Spegazzini Canal, where we can observe the afternoon we head to the Santa Rita Winery in the Maipo Valley, Seco Glacier - the highest glacier in the park. which served as a refuge for the Chilean hero Bernardo O’Higgins and his soldiers during the fight for national liberation. The Day 8: Puerto Natales, Chile. We transfer to Puerto Natales, winery’s museum has an outstanding collection of Columbian visiting enroute a typical “estancia” - a ranch where the cowboys native artefacts. This evening is our Farewell Dinner at a local (“gauchos”) will demonstrate their remarkable equestrian skills. restaurant, with delicious Chilean cuisine as well as live music. Included here is a delicious traditional barbecue lunch. Day 15: Santiago at Leisure / Depart for Home. A day at leisure Day 9: Torres Del Paine National Park. Today we enjoy a full-day for last-minute shopping and sightseeing. Tonight we board our excursion to Torres del Paine (“Blue Towers”) National Park. There flight for home. will be wonderful views onto the Torres Massif and its jagged peaks, as well as the Grey Glacier. Several short hikes enable Day 16: Arrival Home: Arrival in Canada Senior Discovery Tours 13 peru_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:23 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge (all gateways fly via Toronto each way) • First Class and moderate hotels Peru • Full breakfast daily, 10 lunches and 10 dinners • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $7997

• Single Supplement - $1590 • Montreal, Ottawa, Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $90

• Lima • Cusco • Machu Picchu • Nature Reserve • Nasca Lines 16 DAYS • OCTOBER 11 - 26 •Arequipa • Colca Canyon • Lake Titicaca Peru is a large, mountainous country that straddles the pre-date flight by many centuries and yet they can only be equator, with a climate ranging from temperate to tropical seen from the air - a mystery that remains unsolved! Our all year. The rare combination of breathtaking Andean visit here will include a flight over these celestial artworks. landscapes, abundant wildlife, rich history and exotic After the coast we head into the mountains and volcanoes culture has the impact to captivate visitors perhaps more of Arequipa. This is a land of snow-capped volcanoes, than any other South American country. deserts, thermal hot springs and the world's deepest On this tour we explore 5 very diverse areas of Peru. We canyons. From Arequipa we travel to the Colca Canyon to start and finish in the capital city of Lima, which features marvel at the scenery and the flight of the Andean Condors. ruins from the Inca period, interesting art galleries and Then we will continue to Puno, for a fascinating journey on museums, churches and cathedrals that date from the Lake Titicaca to the man-made floating Islands of Uros 16th century and other major historical sites. and Taquile, where we discover an ancient way of life Our next stop is on the coast at the Paracas Nature whose traditions have remained unchanged for centuries. Reserve. Nature and ecology come together in the only Our last stop is the lovely colonial city of Cusco, with an marine reservation in Peru. The reserve is dedicated to the excursion to the fabled Machu Picchu. This magical and protection and conservation of marine ecosystems and to spectacular site, discovered less than 100 years ago, is the history of pre-Inca culture. UNESCO classifies it as a located 13,000' above sea level in a deep valley of the Natural World Heritage Site. Not only will we see wildlife towering Andes Mountains. It is considered one of the most unique to the region but also the famous Nasca Lines. well preserved and beautiful ancient cities on the planet. These huge line drawings and figures on the coastal plain *** This tour is suitable for the fit and active traveller. 14 Senior Discovery Tours peru_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:23 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Peru

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Lima on Air Canada Taquile, and learn about the indigenous people and Rouge’s direct non-stop flight from Toronto. traditions. These man-made floating islands were constructed entirely out of reeds. The friendly local people Day 2: Lima. We arrive in Lima and transfer to our hotel. Our are happy to welcome you to their islands, and share their afternoon city tour shows us the Old Town, Plaza Mayor (the history, culture and traditions. The islands are untouched by main square), the Government Palace, the Cathedral and the mainland's modernity. The local inhabitants wear the House of El Oidor. We also enjoy a guided tour of the traditional clothing and are known for their high-quality Rafael Larco Herrera Museum, built on the site of pre- handicrafts. While the women make yarn and weave, Columbian pyramid houses. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner. knitting is actually done exclusively by men! Day 3: Paracas. We drive along the ocean to Paracas, Day 10: Cuzco. We transfer to Cuzco and our hotel in the stopping en route at Pachacamac to visit the country's Sacred Valley, former home of the Inca's wealthiest second largest Inca ruins - a sacred city dating to 900 B.C. families. En route we view the magnificent la Raya featuring temples and other ancient structures. mountain range and visit Pukara, a ruin of the fortifications Day 4: Nazca Lines / Paracas. Today is one of the tour’s built by the natives of the Andes, and the Inca archeological highlights. We board a small aircraft for flights over the site of Andahuaylillas with its beautiful baroque church of world renowned Nazca Lines, which can only be seen from St. Peter. the air. We’ll learn about the many theories regarding the Day 11: Cuzco. We first visit the Cathedral of Cuzco and mysterious Lines' origin and meaning. Afternoon at leisure. Temple of the Sun - the most important temple in the Inca Day 5: Paracas / Lima. This morning we enjoy a boat tour to Empire. Later we proceed to the ancient fortress of Ballestas Island. During our short sea crossing we can see Saqsayhuaman, and then the picturesque San Blas - known the famous El Candelabro, a huge etching in the sandy hill - as the “neighborhood of the artisans”. considered the beginning of the Nazca Lines. The island is Day 12: Cuzco / Sacred Valley. We visit historic Moray to home to huge colonies of birds, as well as sea lions, see the magnificent terraced circles built for planting penguins and seals. Then we head back to Lima. experiments. Later we visit the Inca fortress of Day 6: Arequipa. We fly to “White City” of Arequipa, high in Ollantaytambo where steep stone staircases and terraces the Andes. On our city tour we see the extraordinary lead to an inner temple. architecture of the Convent of Santa Catalina, the Main Day 13: Machu Picchu. We take a train to the incredible Square, the cathedral and the exhibit of the Sarita “Juanita” mountaintop ruins of Machu Picchu. Our guided walking - a Virgin of the Sun who was sacrificed to the mountain tour will illustrate what the city looked like centuries ago. It spirits - recently discovered in a glacier in the Andes. was once a flourishing ceremonial and agricultural site, and Day 7: Colca Canyon. We proceed to the town of Chivay, today it remains a beautiful jewel in a remarkable setting located at the midpoint of the Colca Valley. Along the way between two peaks of the Andes. Afternoon at leisure. see the surrounding volcanoes, a variety of flora and Day 14: Machu Picchu / Cuzco. After further touring of possibly some of the local wildlife. mysterious Machu Picchu we take the Vista Dome train to Day 8: Colca Canyon / Puno. We enter the Colca Canyon - Ollantaytambo. Overhead windows on the train enhance the twice as deep as the Grand Canyon! We proceed to the Cruz views of the journey as we wind our way along the de Condors, a famed viewpoint to watch the condors gliding Urubamba Valley. Upon arrival we transfer back to Cuzco. on the air currents which rise from the canyon - a Day 15: Lima. We fly to Lima, and the afternoon is at spectacular scene with the river 1200 meters below! We’ll leisure. This evening we enjoy our Farewell Dinner before enjoy a boxed lunch, then continue our scenic drive to Puno. heading to the airport for our direct flight to Toronto. Day 9: Puno. We embark on a cultural journey as we head Day 16: Home. Arrival in Toronto, and connect to flight home. out across Lake Titicaca to explore the islands of Uros and Senior Discovery Tours 15 ecuador_Layout 1 1/9/2019 1:53 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with American Airlines • First Class hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily, plus 4 lunches • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $5197

• Single Supplement - $990 • Montreal - add $190 (must return via Toronto) Ecuador *** All add-on fares below include an overnight in Toronto en route to Miami Adventure • Ottawa - add $490 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $690 • Vancouver, Edmonton or Calgary - add $890

• Quito • Cuenca 15 DAYS • NOVEMBER 13 - 27 • The Highlands • The Jungle The South American country of Ecuador is a land of contrasts with incredible beauty and very friendly people. picturesque villages, indigenous people and the world The magnificent landscape of the Andes Mountains, the famous handicraft market of Otavalo. intense bio-diversity of the Amazon jungle and the From the Highlands we travel to the jungle of the delightful Pacific coastline all combine to tantalize Ecuadorian Amazon, one of the richest natural eco- visitors, and so Ecuador is emerging as one of the most systems in the world. We will be comfortably housed in a popular tourist destinations in South America. The jungle lodge located on 200 acres of primary rainforest affordability of a holiday here adds to the appeal. along one of the Amazon’s tributaries. There are Our tour begins in Quito, Ecuador’s capital, which boasts thousands of species of birds, butterflies, amphibians, the largest concentration of Spanish colonial architecture mammals and an endless variety of flora in the jungle. in South America, and its location high in the Andes gives After our fascinating stay in the jungle we will travel to it one of the most beautiful natural settings of any capital the beautiful colonial city of Cuenca, a UNESCO World city in the world. Here we will see the wonderful baroque Cultural Heritage Site and birthplace of the Panama Hat. churches, monasteries and museums. The "Casco Cuenca’s cobblestone streets, winding rivers, graceful Colonial" is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. ironwork balconies and beautiful gardens are part of the From Quito we travel to the the province of Imbabura in pleasant atmosphere of this historical city. the Highlands - known as the "land of lakes". Our *** This tour is suitable only for the fit and adventurous sightseeing will take in the incredible natural scenery, traveller who enjoys walking.

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Tentative Itinerary for Ecuador Adventure

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Quito via Miami. Upon Day 9: Rail to Cuenca via Ingapirca. Another highlight as arrival we transfer to our hotel. we board a single gauge train that will take us through incredible mountain scenery and into the “Devil’s Nose” - a Day 2: Quito. Our tour of Quito includes the colonial center, geological formation that leads the train up switchbacks on the Compania Church (one of the richest in the Americas), the cliffs of the Andes. After the train journey we proceed to Independence Square, the Government Palace and the main Cuenca via Ingapirca - Ecuador’s most important Inca Site. Cathedral. We also visit the Equatorial Museum which depicts the culture of the indigenous groups around the Day 10: Cuenca. Our tour of Cuenca begins with a stroll world who live on the Equator. At the museum you can through the cobbled streets of this beautiful World Cultural stand with one foot in each hemisphere. Heritage city. This colonial jewel has many picturesque squares, balconies, churches, an incredible pink marble Day 3: Otavalo. Our first stop is the town of Calderón to cathedral and people wearing traditional colourful visit the famous bread-dough handicrafts workshop. Then costumes - a feast for the photographer! We will enjoy a we proceed through changing landscapes to Imbabura museum visit, a panoramic view of the city from Turi Hill Province and the city of Otavalo, to stroll through the and a visit to a factory that makes the traditional famous colourful handicraft market. We visit a weaving Ecuadorian hats - a symbol of the country. workshop in Peguche then continue to Cotacachi to shop for fine leather goods. Day 11: Cuenca. A day at leisure to explore Cuenca. The cobblestone streets are lined with beautiful colonial houses Day 4: Banos. We first stop at the Salasca indigenous and scenic squares, so this city is ideal for strolling and handicraft market before we continue down the waterfall exploring. Your Tour Manager will be on hand for route into the Amazon Basin. A cable car adventure and a suggestions. hike down to the bottom of the Devil’s Caldron waterfall are optional. Later we’ll enjoy a panoramic tour in Baños. Day 12: Cuenca / El Cajas / Puerto Lopez. We drive to El Cajas National Park, world renowned for its 300 lakes. We’ll Day 5: The Jungle. We descend from the highlands to the stop at the highest point to view the beautiful landscapes tropical forest and arrive at our jungle lodge, Misahualli before descending to sea level. You will be amazed by the Lodge, for a 3-night stay. After settling in we will visit a rapid and contrasting change of landscape and weather as native community located on the banks of the Napo River we pass from the highlands to the cloud forest and then and learn about the life of the local people. through tropical banana plantations. We arrive in Puerto Day 6: The Jungle. Today is a highlight of the tour. Our Lopez, a lovely seaside village, for a 2-night stay. native guide will take us for a guided walk through the Day 13: La Isla de la Plata / Puerto Lopez. This morning rainforest and we’ll learn about the jungle’s incredible we enjoy a private boat ride to La Isla de la Plata, known as variety of flora, fauna and medicinal plants. Many of “Galapagos’ Little Sister”, as some of the same bird Ecuador's Amazonian plants, animals and insects were species are found on this island (blue footed boobies, black only discovered within the last few decades. mask boobies, frigates, Vermilion Flycatcher etc). On our Day 7: The Jungle. At leisure to enjoy the facilities of our guided walking tour we will spot some of these local birds lodge and spend more time in the jungle with our nature and enjoy the breathtaking views. There will also be a guide, perhaps to watch the local exotic birds and/or visit a chance to snorkel and enjoy the marine life and coral reefs butterfly conservatory. around the island. Day 8: Riobamba. We travel to the city of Riobamba, Day 14: Puerto Lopez / Depart for Home. Morning at perched up in the Andes and surrounded by volcanoes. We leisure to enjoy the beach and the town. Later we will will pass by Urbina where we can learn more about the depart for the Guayaquil Airport for our late night departure llamas and the alpacas, and enjoy the view from the back to Canada. Chimborazo . Day 15: Home. We fly home via Miami.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge • First Class hotels • Full breakfast daily • 11 dinners (including 2 pub dinners) • 2 lunches and 1 cream tea • An evening of entertainment • All tour inclusions on the inside cover Northern and COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa Central England or Halifax - $5297 • Single Supplement - $990 Off the Beaten Path • Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary or Vancouver - add $90

On this unique, off-the-beaten-path tour of England we will take our time really getting 15 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 8 - 22 to know the Northern and Central areas - a wonderful region unspoiled by mass tourism. Our first 7 nights will be in the remarkable Yorkshire town • Fountains Abbey - Britain's most complete Cistercian of Harrogate, described by the famous landscape abbey and World Heritage Site architect, Lancelot Brown, as the “finest, fairest town in • Newby Hall - one of Britain’s finest Robert Adam all of England”. This elegant town flourished in the houses Regency and Victorian eras as a spa town and has gracious esplanades delightful for strolling. • Thirsk - home to “All Creatures Great and Small” For the latter portion of our tour we will stay in Worcester - • York Chocolate the beautiful University and Cathedral city in the Heart of • Golden-hued Cotswolds towns and villages England on the doorstep of the Cotswolds. Worcester combines quintessential English charm with all the • Chatsworth House modern conveniences. We will spend our days exploring • Ludlow - one of England’s most lovely towns this region, with its villages of golden-hued cottages set amidst the stunning English and Welsh countryside. • Weston’s Cider - family owned since 1880 Tour Highlights: • Shakespeare’s birthplace - Stratford-Upon-Avon • UNESCO World Heritage Site of Saltaire *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. • Skipton Castle

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Tentative Itinerary for Northern and Central England Day 1: Departure. We fly to Manchester, direct from Toronto. Day 9: Chatsworth / Worcester. We travel through the Peak Day 2: Harrogate. We arrive and transfer to our centrally District - one of England’s best loved Provincial Parks, dotted located hotel in Harrogate. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner. with historic sites, pretty villages and some of England’s most beautiful scenery. We’ll visit Chatsworth House - home to the Day 3: Fountains Abbey. Fountains Abbey is one of England’s Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, passed down through 16 largest and best preserved Cistercian monasteries. Our guided generations of the Cavendish family. The house is renowned for tour will give us a picture of the lifestyle of the monks who first the quality of its art and landscape that has evolved over the came here in the 12th century. We will also stroll through centuries. Later we arrive in Worcester for a 6-night stay. Studley Royal Water Garden - one of England’s finest Georgian water gardens, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Yorkshire Day 10: Weston’s Cider. We begin with a walking introduction Dales, with its idyllic villages and peaceful atmosphere. to Worcester - a beautiful Cathedral and University City with a fascinating history and a wealth of interesting architecture. Day 4: Skipton / Saltaire. We begin in Skipton in the heart of Then we visit Weston’s Cider, operated by many generations of Yorkshire, and visit Skipton Castle - one of England’s best the Weston family who have nurtured their orchards to thrive in preserved medieval castles, as well as Skipton's award-winning the local environment. We enjoy a tour followed by a delicious historic market. Later we visit the World Heritage Site of lunch and a taste of the famous cider! Saltaire - a unique, 19th century model industrial village where our local guides will enthrall us with tales of Victorian Britain. Day 11: Worcester at Leisure. The city is best known for its magnificent Cathedral, but is also famous for the world Day 5: Yorkshire Moors. Picturesque and tranquil, the North renowned Worcester Porcelain and the piquant Worcestershire York Moors consist of countless acres of natural beauty, Sauce. You may want to visit the City Art Gallery, admire the including heather moorland, pine forests, rolling hills and half-timbered buildings in Friar Street or marvel at the skill of shimmering coastline. We will visit the coastal town of Whitby, local craftsmen at the local crafts centre. enjoy a ride on the North York Moors Railway and stop in Goathland (home to the TV series Heartbeat) before we reach Day 12: Stratford-upon-Avon. On our walking tour of our dinner venue - a 16th Century freehouse located at the Shakespeare’s birthplace we will see this delightful town of highest point of the North York Moors National Park. timbered houses, many unchanged from the Tudor times. We’ll visit Shakespeare’s childhood home and Anne Hathaway’s Day 6: Thirsk / Newby Hall. Thirsk is a gem of a medieval Cottage, with its thatched roof and beautiful gardens. Included Yorkshire town and home of best-selling author / veterinarian, is a delicious traditional Afternoon Tea. Alf Wright. We will visit the museum dedicated to his life and TV series - All Creatures Great & Small. Then we enjoy a Day 13: Ludlow. Ludlow - a thriving ‘black & white’ medieval guided tour of Newby Hall - one of Britain’s finest Adam Houses market town, is an architectural gem and one of England’s and an exceptional example of 18th century interior decoration, most attractive towns! There are almost 500 listed buildings in with many fine pieces of Chippendale furniture, porcelain and the town; including The Buttercross, St. Laurence's Church, paintings. Tonight dinner is at a local restaurant. Ludlow Castle, The Readers House and The Feathers Hotel. Included is a ‘Welcome to Ludlow Castle’ - one of England’s Day 7: Harrogate at Leisure. With its historic buildings, finest medieval ruins. Walking through the Castle grounds we’ll gardens and eclectic shops, Harrogate is one of Yorkshire's see the ancient homes of kings, queens, princes, judges and most elegant cities. Art lovers and antique hunters will love the nobility – a true glimpse into the lifestyle of medieval society. cobbled streets in the Montpellier Quarter. You may want to visit the Royal Pump Room or one of the wonderful tea rooms. Day 14: Cotswolds / Surrey. We spend the day meandering through the gentle hillsides and sleepy, honey-coloured villages Day 8: York. York’s ancient walls and medieval streets and of the Cotswolds – a region designated as an Area of buildings are beautifully preserved. The historic heart of the Outstanding Beauty. We will visit Bourton-on-the-Water, and city is largely traffic-free - ideal for our informative walking enjoy a delicious lunch in a Cotswolds pub oozing local tour. We will see the medieval architecture, Georgian houses, character. We finish at our hotel in Woking - a charming and walk the world famous Shambles and visit York Minster - one of historic town in the heart of Surrey. This evening we enjoy our the world’s most magnificent cathedrals. We also visit York Farewell Dinner. Chocolate and learn how chocolate came from its exotic origins in Central America to the cobbled streets of Yorkshire. There Day 15: Home. We fly home from London. will be free time to explore York on our own. Senior Discovery Tours 19 devon_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:08 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily (except for 1 dinner). 3 of the dinners will be at a special selection of pubs • 1 pub lunch. 1 traditional cream tea • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, Devon from Toronto - $5997 • Single Supplement - $1190 • Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Cornwall or Edmonton - add $90 • Winnipeg - add $190 • Vancouver - add $290

The West Country has always been one of Britains most popular vacation destinations. 15 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 15 - 29 This unique area has colourful historic towns and villages, wonderful vistas of constantly changing Tour Highlights: landscapes, magnificent seascapes and much more to offer. • Wells Cathedral - “the most poetic of the English Cathedrals”. In Devon (“The English Riviera”), you’ll find that there is more to this spectacular and diverse county than • Bath - UNESCO World Heritage site beautiful beaches and stunning scenery. There are • Cheddar Gorge - one of England's most iconic and National Parks, historic monuments and architecture, spectacular landscapes rustic villages and strange rock outcrops known as “tors”. • Clovelly - the timeless village Cornwall was one of the last great bastions of Celtic • Port Isaac – of Doc Martin fame! culture. Its south coast has wild and beautiful landscapes, where a green and gold tapestry of wooded • The Eden Project hills drop down to secluded coves and inlets that hide • Plymouth - the historic maritime city enchanting fishing villages and exotic gardens. • Dartmoor National Park A special feature of this tour will be our 3 dinners at a special collection of pubs. Since the earliest days of • Winchester Cathedral British history the pub has been at the very heart of every • Exeter - one of England’s oldest cities English community. These evenings out will ensure that *** Those joining our tours to Europe must be able to you too can experience the warmth and ambiance of this walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. timeless tradition. 20 Senior Discovery Tours devon_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:08 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Devon and Cornwall Day 1: Departure. We depart for London. Michael’s Mount - site of legend, myth and over a thousand Day 2: Bath. We arrive and transfer to our First Class hotel, years of incredible history. Tonight we dine in a traditional centrally located in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, pub before returning to our hotel. for a 3-night stay. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner. Day 10: Eden Project / Charlestown / Newquay. Today we Day 3: Bath. We enjoy a morning walking tour of Bath. visit the Eden Project - the world’s largest greenhouses. Famous for its Roman Spa, gothic Abbey and elegant Tropical and desert environments have been recreated Georgian architecture, it is considered one of Britain’s most inside the giant biomes, so a single visit can carry you from beautiful cities. Afternoon at leisure. steaming rainforests to dry deserts. Our afternoon is spent in Charlestown - an unspoiled, original harbour which is Day 4: Lacock / Wells. We first visit Lacock village - a home to a famous collection of old ships employed in film favourite location for film producers due to its picturesque projects all over the world. and historic streets and cottages. Then we proceed to Wells, also remarkably unspoiled with many historic buildings Day 11: Plymouth / Exeter. Plymouth, unrivalled in including the famous 13th century Cathedral, the moated maritime history, has been a naval base for hundreds of Bishop's Palace and Vicars' Close. We will visit the years. The cliffs along the harbour are armed with coastal Cathedral and have time to explore on our own. forts and batteries from the 17th century to WW2. We will stand at the top of the low limestone cliffs to watch the Day 5: Cheddar / Devon. Today we explore one of Britain's comings and goings on the Sound, and stroll around the most spectacular natural landmarks - Cheddar Gorge and cobblestone streets of the Barbican where the Mayflower set Caves, which features awe-inspiring cliffs and extraordinary sail for America in 1620. Britain’s oldest gin distillery is subterranean stalactite show caves. After our visit we here, and we will enjoy a tour and tasting! Later we arrive proceed to our luxury hotel in North Devon for a 2-night stay. at our hotel in central Exeter - Devon’s premier county town, Day 6: Clovelly. World-famous Clovelly is one of Devon’s for a 3-night stay. gems, offering staggering views across Bideford Bay and a Day 12: Dartmoor National Park. We journey through the relaxed lifestyle. The historic houses wind their way down dramatic Dartmoor National Park, where ponies roam the the wooded hillside, to the traditional 14th century fishing craggy landscape of forests, rivers, wetlands and strange harbour. No vehicles are allowed down the cobbled streets; rock formations. Our tour ends with a delicious dinner at a goods are transported by sledge, often pulled by donkeys. cozy 140-year-old pub that has long been a local favourite. Day 7: Newquay. Today we explore Cornwall. Our first stop is Day 13: Exeter. Exeter is one of the most vibrant and Padstow - a charming fishing port surrounded by glorious historical cities in England. Our walking tour will bring to sandy beaches. Our afternoon stop is Port Isaac - a fishing life the stories behind the magnificent Cathedral, imposing village on the Cornish coast that is so charming that all Roman Wall and beautiful Quayside. Afternoon at leisure. visitors fall in love with the place. It is also the home of the Exeter was voted one of Britain’s best gastronomic towns by famed British series, Doc Martin. We will enjoy an included the Good Food Guide, with countless varieties of cuisine lunch at one of the pubs used in the filming of the TV series. available, so tonight’s dinner is on our own. We overnight in the seaside resort of Newquay. Day 14: Winchester. Heading east we stop to indulge in a Day 8: Newquay. At leisure to enjoy Newquay and the scrumptious Afternoon Tea at a lovely country manor set in surrounding area, or simply enjoy our luxury spa-hotel set on 5 acres of beautiful English gardens. Then we proceed to a clifftop overlooking Fistral Bay a few miles from town. Winchester, England’s ancient capital. There will be plenty Day 9: St. Ives / Lands End / St. Michael’s Mount / of time to explore the Great Hall, which for over 700 years Newquay. Our excursion to the southwestern tip of the has housed the mysterious King Arthur’s Round Table and British mainland begins in St. Ives - the famous harbour 11th century Winchester Cathedral, both just a short walk that has attracted artists and visitors for decades. We also from our hotel. Tonight we enjoy our Farewell Dinner. visit Lands End - one of the country’s most famous Day 15: Home. We transfer to London for our flight home. landmarks, and we explore the amazing island world of St. Senior Discovery Tours 21 britrail_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:11 AM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge • First Class Country House hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily • 8 picnic lunches • Evenings of entertainment and talks • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa Railroads or Halifax - $5197 • Single Supplement - $790 and Waterways • Winnipeg - add $90 • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver of Britain - add $190

This unique tour takes in some of Britain’s Canal Waterways and Welsh Railways. 13 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 22 - OCTOBER 4 The UK is criss-crossed with incredible canals and waterways that meander through stunning countryside Tour Highlights: and skirt past quaint towns and villages. A beautiful by- • Ride on the Talyllyn Railway - the world’s first product of the industrial revolution and a testament to preserved railway, and enjoy its vintage locomotives human engineering, these canals would have been • Ride on the Vale of Rheidol and Ffestiniog Railways, heaving with cargo and people when they were first featuring dramatic scenery created. Now they make for a calm, quiet and relaxing way to explore Britain’s varied landscapes. • A journey on the Welsh Highland Railway (stunning!) Likewise, the Great Little Trains of Wales are a very • Kennet and Avon Canal special way of seeing some of the best scenery in the • Gloucester and Sharpness Ship Canal British Isles. While each of these narrow gauge steam • Grand Union Canal railways are unique in their own way, all of them have a history spanning well over 100 years, and so they have the • Ludlow - a thriving medieval market town and an charm of old-time steam trains with plenty of polished architectural gem paintwork and brass. The special attraction of narrow • The immaculate seafront town of Llandudno gauge railways lies in their modest size compared with mainline trains, and their leisurely speed gives time to *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able take in some of the splendid scenery. to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. *** Please note that porterage is not available at the Country House hotels

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Tentative Itinerary for British Railroads and Waterways

Day 1: Depart. We depart for London. Day 7: Corris, Talyllyn and Fairbourne Railways. We will ride on three narrow-gauge lines today. First, the section Day 2: Bourton-on-the-Water. We arrive and head to of the Corris Railway that has recently re-opened. On to Bourton-on-the-Water for our 4-night stay. This town is the Talyllyn Railway which has managed to keep running known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' because of the since 1865. Finally we go to the Fairbourne Railway for a lovely small bridges that cross the gently flowing river journey to the Barmouth estuary and return. that runs through the centre of the village. Our hotel is centrally located in the town. Day 8: Aberystwyth Cliff Railway and the Vale of Rheidol Railway. We go to Aberystwyth to ride on the Cliff Railway Day 3: Kennet and Avon Canal. The Queen reopened the which should give excellent views if the weather is Kennet and Avon Canal in 1990, after it had been favourable. Then to the Vale of Rheidol Railway which extensively cleared and refurbished by dedicated opened in 1902, for a trip through beautiful scenery to waterway enthusiasts and local volunteers. It runs Devil’s Bridge and return. through spectacular scenery between the Thames at Reading and the Avon at Bristol. We’ll enjoy a horse- Day 9: At leisure. You may want to visit the nearby drawn boat trip down Kennet and Avon Canal, then we’ll historic market town of Dolgellau, or venture further to return to Bourton-on-the-Water for free time in the village Portmeirion - a quaint Italianate village well-known as for exploring and shopping. the setting for the cult 1960’s TV series “The Prisoner”. Day 4: Cotswolds Canals, River Severn and National Day 10: Snowdon Mountain Railway and Llanberis Lake Waterway Museum. At Stroud we visit a restored section Railway. Today, weather permitting, we will ascend of one of the Cotswolds Canals, then on to Saul Junction Snowdon by the unique rack Snowdon Mountain Railway where it meets the Gloucester and Sharpness Ship Canal. which dates from 1896. Then we take the narrow-gauge We proceed to Gloucester Docks to visit the National Llanberis Lake Railway along the shores of Llyn Padarn, Waterway Museum and take a boat trip on the Ship Canal. with the opportunity to visit the National Slate Museum Day 5: Grand Union Canal and Blisworth Tunnel. We go to Day 11: Welshpool and Llanfair Railway and Bala Lake Northamptonshire, and at the Grand Union Canal we visit Railway. We head over to the charming Welshpool and the canal museum and enjoy a boat trip to Blisworth Llanfair Railway, and travel through delightful pastoral Tunnel. In the afternoon we visit Braunston where the scenery. Then it’s on to ride the Bala Lake Railway - a Grand Union and Oxford Canals meet. See the boats narrow-gauge line re-opened on the former Great Western moving to their locks, the workshops and basins, all in a main line from Ruabon to Barmouth. rural idyllic setting. Day 12: Ffestiniog Railway and the Welsh Highland Day 6: Ludlow / Dolgellau. We bid a fond farewell to the Railway. We take a journey on the two lines centred on Cotswolds and our waterway excursions, and we head to Porthmadog. First, the Ffestiniog from Blaenau Ffestiniog Snowdonia in Wales stopping first in Ludlow. Nestled in to Porthmadog, which includes dramatic scenery and a an area of outstanding natural beauty in the heart of the spiral curve at Dduallt. Then on the Welsh Highland Shropshire Hills, the town has a history of over 800 years Railway, which passes through picturesque country with and is surrounded by almost 500 listed buildings. From views of Snowdon (hopefully!) on its way to Caernarfon. it's ancient Castle to its peaceful back streets with many Tonight is our Farewell Dinner. cafes, bars, shops, and beautiful, fascinating Day 13: Home. We fly home from Manchester (direct to architecture, exploring Ludlow is a real pleasure. Later we Toronto). arrive at Dolserau Hall where we spend the next 7 nights.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Transat • First Class Country House hotel • Full breakfast and dinner daily • 6 picnic lunches • Evenings of entertainment and talks • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $4997

• Single Supplement - $790 • Montreal - add $90 Scottish Highland • Ottawa - add $390 • Winnipeg or Halifax - add $590 Rail and Sail •Vancouver, Edmonton or Calgary - add $790

This exciting new tour will take in some of the Scottish Highlands best rail journeys and 12 DAYS • OCTOBER 3 - 14 Loch cruises. More than just a matter of getting from point A to point B, Tour Highlights: a train journey around Scotland can be one of the best • Strathspey Railway - 40 years of Steam Rail Travel in (and most comfortable) ways of admiring the stunning the Highlands landscapes around the country - hundreds of miles of misty mountains, glittering lochs, quaint villages and • The West Highland Line even elegant mansions - all to be enjoyed with a cup of • The Jacobite Steam Train - one of the world's greatest tea in hand and no chance of getting caught in the rain! train journeys Sailing, whether on one of Scotland’s many Lochs or • The Kyle Train Line, linking Inverness to the Isle of Skye getting from the mainland to one of the islands, is • Loch Sheil Cruise another true Scottish experience. These cruises provide great opportunities to relax and take in the magnificent • Blair Castle and historical scenery, and perhaps even a chance of • Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness seeing the elusive Loch Ness monster! • Urquhart Castle *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able • Loch Lomond Cruise to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. • Dalwhinnie Distillery • Isle of Bute and Mount Stuart

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Tentative Itinerary for Scottish Highland Rail & Sail Day 1: Depart. We depart for Glasgow. Day 7: Loch Ness. Travelling along the Great Glen, we make our way to Drumnadrochit - one of the most loved Day 2: Perthshire. Upon arrival we transfer to our traditional Highland hotel in Perthshire, on the edge of villages in the Highlands! Here we board our cruise along Blair Atholl village. Tonight we enjoy our Welcome Dinner. the infamous Loch Ness ... sit back, enjoy the commentary and breathtaking scenery, and try to spot the loch’s most Day 3: Blair Atholl / Alltshellach. For over 700 years the infamous resident! We disembark at the foot of Scotland’s spectacular Blair Castle has acted as gatekeeper to the most iconic ruin, Urquhart Castle. The castle’s beautiful Scottish Highlands. During our visit we discover the natural setting and its 1000 years of history offers a taste turbulent history of the castle, which was home to the Duke of the Highlands at their most dramatic of Atholl and Britain’s only private army - the Atholl Highlanders. Our next stop is Dalwhinnie Distillery situated Day 8: Boats, Lochs and Views. We take a cruise on Loch in Cairngorm National Park in the heart of the Scottish Shiel to see ‘The Jacobite’ crossing Glenfinnan Viaduct. Highlands, where we learn about their product known as We’ll be surrounded by magnificent Highland scenery and hopefully spot some of the wildlife for which this area is “The Gentle Spirit”. Then we proceed to Alltshellach House for a 7-night stay. This fine highland residence is situated known. Weather-permitting, we'll also travel on Britain's on the dramatic shores of Loch Leven, with magnificent only ski-slope mountain gondola at Aonach Mor - Britain’s mountain views, excellent accommodation and superb 8th highest mountain. home-cooked meals. Day 9: The Kyle Line. Our coach takes us through spectacular Highland scenery to Kyle of Lochalsh - gateway Day 4: Strathspey Railway. We head across beautiful central Scotland to the Strathspey Railway for a round-trip to the Isle of Skye. We’ll then take the train along the whole journey from Aviemore to Broomhill. This was once part of 82 miles of the gorgeous Kyle line to Inverness. On our the Highland main line to Inverness, but was bypassed and return coach journey we’ll travel alongside Loch Ness and closed. At 10 miles, it’s the longest heritage railway in see more of the Caledonian Canal. Scotland and has some beautifully restored stations and Day 10: Loch Lomond. The beauty of Loch Lomond was the beautiful views. inspiration behind a love song that people in Scotland sing at various special occasions, usually at the end of a merry Day 5: The Jacobite. One of the week’s highlights - a ride on the steam-hauled ‘Jacobite’ train from Fort William on night out. We board our 90-minute cruise along the bonnie, the West Highland extension to Mallaig. The journey is bonnie banks and listen to live commentary about incredibly scenic - taking in the spectacular viaduct at Scotland’s most celebrated outlaw, Rob Roy, while enjoying Glenfinnan and outstanding coastal scenery around a complimentary whisky coffee. Tales of Roy’s colourful Arisaig. Widely regarded as one of the world's greatest character bring the hillsides alive as you cruise. We spend train journeys, the West Highland Line is known to millions our final 2 nights at a lovely hotel situated on the outskirts as the railway that took Harry Potter all the way to on Glasgow. Hogwarts. There will be time to explore Mallaig - a bustling Day 11: Bute / Mount Stuart. A full and very exciting day fishing port. as we visit the Isle of Bute, just a short ferry ride across the Firth of Clyde. Bute has a variety of landscapes, from Day 6: The West Highland Lines. We take a West Highland train over the remote and wild Rannoch Moor to the rolling hills in the heart of the island, to the craggy Crianlarich, where we change lines for the picturesque moorlands of the north, and the delightful sandy beaches route to the harbour town of Oban - ‘Gateway to the Isles’, along the coast. We will visit Mount Stuart - site of one of with free time to explore its horseshoe bay. If you feel Scotland’s most spectacular Victorian Gothic mansions, energetic you can climb to McCaig’s Folly - an iconic 19th and then visit the seaside town of Rothesay before ferrying century tower reminiscent of the Colosseum in Rome. Later back to the mainland. Tonight at our Farewell Dinner we we return to our Country House via the former railway raise a glass ‘Slàinte’ to our memorable Scottish holiday. bridge at Connel Ferry. Day 12: Home. We fly home from Glasgow.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with British Airways • First Class hotels • Full English breakfast and dinner daily (except for one dinner), and 1 pub lunch • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $4797

• Single Supplement - $990 Channel Islands • Ottawa or Montreal - add $390 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $590 • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver (Guernsey & Jersey) - add $790

With a blend of cultures and an enviably mild climate, the Channel Islands have long 15 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019 been a favourite destination for both the SEPTEMBER 13 - 27 British and the French. SEPTEMBER 20 - OCTOBER 4 Although they lie just 14 miles off the French coast, the islands are British, having been connected to the British maze of narrow streets, many of which are banned to Crown for over a thousand years. These self-governing traffic, and is situated on one of Jersey's best beaches. islands maintain their own individual culture and identity. For example, the food and wine are French, but habits and Tour Highlights: manners are English. • Guernsey Island tour, including the Little Chapel We begin with 4 nights on Guernsey, an island full of local • Tour of Sausmarez Manor charm and stunning beaches and seascapes. The wealth of history here includes Neolithic settlements, smuggler • Walking tour of Saint Helier and pirate adventures, and the German Occupation • Jersey War Tunnels during WWII. St. Peter Port is the lively, compact capital, • Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust with cobbled streets and a picturesque marina. It is considered to be one of England’s prettiest harbour towns. • Eric Young Orchid Foundation The other 9 nights will be on the island of Jersey, the • La Mare Vineyard largest of the islands. It is known for its glorious • Excursion to St. Malo woodland walks, lovely rolling countryside, historic castles, Victorian markets and interesting sightseeing. Its capital, • Excursion to Herm St. Helier, is built around a harbour. The town itself is a *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 26 Senior Discovery Tours chan_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:11 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for the Channel Islands Day 1: Departure. We depart for Guernsey, via London. about life in Jersey's Neolithic community 6,000 years ago. A medieval chapel sits on top of the prehistoric mound, Day 2: Guernsey. We arrive on the island of Guernsey and dominating this tranquil and spiritual site. The world’s transfer to our hotel located on the outskirts of St. Peter largest Celtic coin hoard is on display here. Port. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner. Day 9: Orchid and Wine. The Channel Islands are known for Day 3: Guernsey Island Tour. We follow the beautiful their beautiful orchids, so this morning we visit the world Guernsey coastline past picturesque beaches, through Val famous Eric Young Orchid Foundation. Later we enjoy a de Terre and the former garrison of Fort George. The vineyard tour and wine tasting at La Mare Vineyards. They Germans occupied the Channel Islands during WW2, so also make their own chocolate (which we will sample) and we’ll see fortifications and other reminders of those days of many types of preserves, all available in the winery shop. occupation. We’ll have a tour of Sausmarez Manor - a stately home built in the 13th century which serves as a Day 10: At Leisure. A day at leisure. You may want to time capsule of the many generations of the family that discover the Maritime Museum and Occupation Tapestry has lived here for 700 years. The house is believed to be Gallery in St. Helier, maybe Elizabeth Castle (dependent on haunted and you may return here on our free day for the the tides) or simply take advantage of the hotel’s leisure “Ghost Tour”. We also visit the Little Chapel, beautifully facilities. decorated with seashells, pebbles and broken china. It is Day 11: St Malo. We board a ferry to St. Malo (90 minute thought to be the smallest chapel in the world. crossing). As we walk through the cobbled streets of St. Day 4: St. Peter Port and Herm. We stroll through St. Peter Malo’s spectacular old town we’ll feel as though we’ve Port and learn about its history dating back to Norman stepped back in time. The quaint cobbled and bustling times. The town consists of lovely cobbled streets and streets are lined with cafes, buskers and shops selling narrow lanes lined by old shop fronts and impressive various traditional Malouin and Breton fare and goods. houses. Later we’ll take the short ferry ride to the idyllic Day 12: Jersey War Tunnels. We tour this underground island of Herm, which is steeped in history and mystery. It complex, Jersey's most evocative museum of the five years has been home to Neolithic man, monks, quarrymen, of enemy occupation during World War II. The video farmers, writers, artists and entrepreneurs. presentation and collection of memorabilia bring the Day 5: Guernsey. A day at leisure to explore on our own. You island’s wartime experience to life; a poignant and may want to take an excursion to the quaint island of Sark. unforgettable experience. After our visit we will enjoy a traditional pub lunch. Day 6: Jersey. We take the one-hour ferry crossing to Jersey, and transfer to our hotel located just outside the capital, Day 13: Durrell Wildlife. We visit the Durrell Wildlife St. Helier. Conservation Trust. Founded by the celebrity naturalist Gerald Durrell, this wildlife zoo is dedicated to saving Day 7: Walking Tour. We enjoy a guided walk through town, threatened wildlife species from extinction. We will have an visiting Royal Square, wonderful Victorian Markets and orientation of the zoo, followed by some free time to explore Liberation Square. We end at the Jersey Museum and Art on your own. Gallery with a viewing of the 'Story of Jersey' film. The afternoon is free to perhaps explore the town or stroll in the Day 14: At Leisure. There is so much to do and see on the lovely park near our hotel. island. Your Tour Manager will suggest and assist. This evening is our Farewell Dinner. Day 8: Mont Orgueil. Mont Orgueil Castle has cast its imposing shadow over the beautiful fishing port of Gorey for Day 15: Home. We fly home via London. more than 800 years, and is one of the world’s most well- Please note ... Excursions that involve a ferry trip are preserved medieval fortresses. Take in the breathtaking subject to weather conditions. In the event that a sailing is views of the French coast as our guide takes us through the cancelled by the ferry company, a suitable alternative will network of staircases, towers, secret rooms and hidden be provided. treasures. Afterwards we visit La Hougue Bie and learn Senior Discovery Tours 27 ireland_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:20 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada (direct between Toronto and Dublin) • First Class hotels • Full Irish breakfast daily • Full course dinner daily (2 special dinners with entertainment) • Siamsa performance (Ireland’s National Folk Theatre) • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto Depart September 5 - $5497 Depart September 12 - $5397 All Around Depart September 19 - $5297 • Single Supplement - $990 • Montreal - add $90 Ireland • Ottawa or Halifax - add $190 • Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $290

On this tour of Southern and Northern Ireland we begin in Dublin with its fine • 15 DAYS - 3 DATES IN FALL 2019 Georgian squares and lively pubs. SEPTEMBER 5 - 19 Dublin has been home to many of Ireland's greatest SEPTEMBER 12 - 26 authors who immortalized their country in poetry and SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 3 prose: Wilde, Shaw, Swift, O'Casey, Behan, Joyce, Yeats, Samuel Beckett and more. For such a small island the literary traditions and legacies are astounding. cloaked moors, soaring cliffs, deep blue lochs and rolling green hills - about fifty shades of green! Venturing south from Eire’s capital we explore regal cities, Gothic cathedrals, medieval castles and picturesque We will also experience the magic and mystery of this villages. We then move to the northern coastline and historic land which celebrates its past in poems, highlands of Donegal's National Park, with visits to Derry traditional dancing and beautiful music. We will kiss the and the wondrous Giant’s Causeway. We continue through Blarney Stone (an option!), sing at a traditional Ceilidh the idyllic glens of Antrim ending our tour at the foot of and listen to the myths and legends. We stop at local inns the Mountains of Mourne and a visit to the Capital of and pubs to join the friendly Irish in a pint or two of Northern Ireland, Belfast, a delightful city with Guinness or a tot or two of Irish whiskey. All of this, magnificent Victorian architecture. combined with the genuine warmth of Ireland's people, will have you singing the praises of the Emerald Isle. As we tour the Emerald Isle we will enjoy the variety of spectacular scenery for which it is known: heather- *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 28 Senior Discovery Tours ireland_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:20 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for All Around Ireland

Day 1: Depart. We depart with Air Canada for Dublin (a nuns). We overnight in Westport, a charming Georgian town direct flight from Toronto). with a delightful tree-lined mall and quaint shopping area. Day 2: Dublin. We arrive and transfer to our hotel. The rest Day 10: Letterkenny. We head north to the town of of the day is at leisure. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner. Drumcliff and visit the grave of the poet W.B. Yeats, who set many of his poems in and around Sligo. We then enter Day 3: Dublin. On our full-day city tour we see the beautiful Northern Ireland and visit the Belleek pottery factory, 18th century Georgian squares and houses, the 12th known for its exquisite cream-coloured china. Our next two century St. Patrick Cathedral and Leinster House (the Irish nights are in Letterkenny, Donegal County. parliament). We continue to Trinity College, home to the Book of Kells. Tonight enjoy a rousing evening of Irish food Day 11: Derry / Letterkenny. Our guided tour of Derry and entertainment at an Irish cabaret. shows us this fascinating city’s controversial history, depicted on many houses in the form of striking murals. Day 4: Waterford. We proceed to Waterford and visit the We visit the old city walls for panoramic views of the city factory where they once made the famous crystal. Later we and countryside. Then we proceed to Glenveagh National visit a small historic pub for local Irish music and drinks. Park, in the Derryveah Mountains, for a guided tour of Day 5: Blarney. We travel to County Cork, site of Blarney Glenveagh Castle and its beautiful Victorian Gardens. Castle. En route we tour Cork City and visit Cobh Heritage Day 12: Giant’s Causeway and Glens / Belfast. We drive to Centre, a portside display depicting the exodus of potato Antrim's north coast and the Giant's Causeway. These vast famine victims to America in the 19th century. We continue outcroppings were formed by volcanic action millions of to Blarney for an opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone, an years ago. We view this wonder from a cliff top and allow act that bestows the "gift of the gab”. time for those who wish to climb them. Then it's on to the Day 6: Killarney. We head west for the quaint town of small town of Bushmills, home to Bushmills Irish whiskey Killarney. This afternoon we take a jaunting car ride to the since 1608, and we stop to view the distilling process. We lakes, and visit Muckross House, an old Irish estate. This drive through Antrim’s lovely glens and coastal villages to evening we enjoy a performance of SIAMSA, the National Belfast (Northern Ireland’s capital), for a 2-night stay. Folk Theatre of Ireland. Day 13: Belfast. Belfast is a beautiful city of imposing Day 7: Ring of Kerry / Killarney. A day of splendid scenery Victorian architecture set within picturesque hills. On our as we tour the famous Ring of Kerry. We pass Daniel guided tour we see the City Hall with its copper-domed O'Connell's Cahirsiveen, the fishing village of Waterville roof, the Grand Opera House and the Parliament Buildings and Molls Gap in the heart of the Black Mountains. We will set amid beautiful parklands. This afternoon we visit the also stop at a sheep farm to watch a sheep dog newly-opened Titanic Museum, which features special demonstration and learn about the different types of sheep effects, original drawings, full-scale constructions and and herding techniques, before returning to Killarney. interactive elements to explore the Titanic story. The rest of Day 8: Galway. Following the coast, we drive through many the day is at leisure. pretty villages until we reach the Cliffs of Moher, which rise Day 14: Trim. We see the picturesque mountain scenery of 700 feet above sea level and display a magnificent, lush the Mourne Mountains as we drive to the charming landscape. We continue through the beautiful countryside medieval coastal town of Carlingford. We will explore the to Galway, a quaint old town of narrow streets and stone town before continuing on to Trim - a designated heritage houses. Dinner this evening will be at a local restaurant. town. This afternoon we will explore Trim Castle - a Day 9: Westport. We pass through beautiful Connemara stunning Norman castle on the bank of the River Boyne. It National Park and the rugged mountain ranges of Twelve is the largest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland. This evening Pins. We stop at Kylemore Abbey, with its dramatic setting is our Farewell Dinner. overlooking Kylemore Lough (now a convent for Benedictine Day 15: Home. We return to Dublin for our flight to Canada.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge (non-stop flights between Toronto and Manchester / Dublin) • First Class hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily (except for 2 dinners) • A Farewell Irish Feast (lunch) • Welsh and Irish entertainment • All tour inclusions on the inside cover Legendary Wales COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $5997

and Ireland’s • Single Supplement - $1190 • Ottawa, Montreal or Halifax - add $90 Ancient East • Winnipeg - add $190 • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $290

This tour takes in two Celtic countries with constantly changing landscapes, seascapes and 16 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 8 myth-filled countryside waiting to be explored! North Wales is one of Britain’s oldest established tourist Tour Highlights: regions - rich in history, steeped in legend, distinct Celtic • Llandudno - one of Wales’ most popular seaside resorts traditions and heritage, some of Britain’s most spectacular mountainous scenery (Snowdonia) and a pace • Betws-y-Coed and Snowdonia National Park of life more relaxed than the rest of Britain. The Ancient • Conwy Castle - a masterpiece of medieval architecture Welsh tongue is one of the oldest languages in the world • Bodnant Gardens - one of the oldest and most visited ... we can start by learning ‘Croeso’ - the legendary Welsh formal gardens in Wales welcome! • Welsh Male Choir After our visit of Wales we will wander through time in Ireland's Ancient East. The first impression here is a land • Pontcysyllte Aqueduct carpeted by lush landscapes and idyllic towns, framed by • Kilkenny - the heart of Ireland’s Ancient East the River Shannon and the Irish Sea. But this region is • Waterford - Ireland’s oldest city also full of secrets (just ask the locals and the stories will spring to life). With over 5,000 years of history, there are • Rock of Cashel legends here from both ancient times and modern day. • Tullamore Distillery *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able • River Shannon Cruise and Athlone Castle to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. • Bru Na Boinne - one of the world’s most important prehistoric landscapes 30 Senior Discovery Tours irewales_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:19 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Wales and Ireland Day 1: Departure. We depart for Manchester, direct from Toronto. 800-year-old castle perched dramatically on a plateau that Day 2: Llandudno. Upon arrival we transfer to Llandudno for a dominates the town. The castle is a complex structure of many 3-night stay. This is one of Wales’ most popular seaside resorts architectural styles. We end at our scrumptious hotel set amidst due to its sandy beaches and picture-perfect promenade. This 170 acres on the outskirts of Kilkenny, for a 3-night stay. evening is our Welcome Dinner. Day 10: Waterford. Waterford is Ireland’s oldest city. Our walking Day 3: Llandudno. We begin with an orientation tour of this tour takes us through the Viking Triangle (with its narrow streets Victorian seaside resort, and then board The Great Orme Tramway and oozing character this is the city’s cultural centre). Our visits - Britain's only cable-hauled street tramway. We will have free will include the world-famous Waterford Crystal and the Bishop’s time to stroll on the immaculate seafront with its ornate pier and Palace built in 1743. After some free time we return to our hotel, nearby canopied shopping streets (the Victorian forerunner to the with time to enjoy the surroundings and facilities. shopping mall). Tonight we attend a rehearsal of one of Wales’ Day 11: County Tipperary. We first visit Holycross Abbey - a famous Male Choirs. restored Cistercian abbey founded in 1168. This was a place of Day 4: Conwy. Conwy is one of Britain’s best-preserved medieval great medieval pilgrimage, Catholic Mass and religious events towns, with Europe’s most well-preserved ancient walls, cobbled which continue to be celebrated here. Next is the Rock of Cashel streets and historic buildings. We’ll visit Conwy Castle - a UNESCO - a spectacular archaeological site. For 1,000 years it was a World Heritage Site, as well as The Smallest House in Britain. symbol of royal and religious power, and many medieval Irish Kings were crowned here. Our final visit is a local Sheep Farm Day 5: Bodnant / Gwtdur / Betws-y-coed. Our first stop is where we watch a demonstration and enjoy tea and scones! Bodnant Gardens - one of Wales’ oldest and most visited formal gardens. Established in 1874, the garden includes fine Italianate Day 12: Tullamore / County Kildare. We start at Donaghmore terraces, a gorge garden and waterfall. Then we visit the deeply Famine Workhouse Museum, which tells the story of the families atmospheric Gwydir Castle - an ancient Welsh house situated at who lived and died here before, during and after the Great the foothills of Snowdonia and one of the finest Tudor houses in Famine. Then at Tullamore we learn about Irish whiskey-making Wales. We proceed to Betws-y-Coed for a 3-night stay. and listen to tales about the characters who made this whiskey world famous. We end at our luxurious hotel for a 2-night stay. Day 6: Snowdonia. Since 1896 visitors have travelled here to enjoy the rail journey to the summit of the highest mountain in Day 13: Athlone. A fabulous day of memorable experiences Wales or England, so we’ll board the Snowdon Mountain Railway related to Ireland’s past. We begin at Athlone Castle - an ancient - one of the world’s most unique rail trips. We spend the bold defensive structure where we learn about the settlement in afternoon at Nant Gwrtheyrn - home to the National Welsh this part of Ireland’s Ancient East. Then we’ll board a Viking ship Language and Heritage Centre, located in a former quarrying and cruise down the River Shannon to the famous monastic village on the north coast. We will learn about the Welsh settlement at Clonmacnois. language and enjoy a “cuppa” tea and Welsh cakes. Day 14: County Meath. We first visit the Neolithic site of Brú na Day 7: Llangollen. The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is one of the most Bóinne, where we’ll learn about the life of farmers and families famous landmarks of Britain’s 19th century industrialization. in the period before written history. Next is the 12th century This spectacular 18-arched stone and cast iron structure is the Mellifont Abbey - the first Cistercian foundation in Ireland, and world's highest navigable aqueduct, and the longest in Britain. then the Battle of the Boyne Visitors Centre - the site of a famous We will board a boat to cross this incredible structure, then 17th century battle. We end at the Portmarnock Hotel in a suburb return to Betws-y-Coed for some free time in the town. of Dublin - a splendid home for our final 2 nights. Day 8: Dublin. We proceed to Holyhead and board our ferry to Day 15: Dublin. On our tour of Dublin we’ll see the statue lined Ireland. Dinner this evening will be at Taylor’s Three Rock - streets, elegant Georgian squares and the townhouses with the Ireland's most loved pub and entertainment venue, for a rousing famous coloured doors. For a special treat on our last day we’ll evening of traditional Irish song, dance and food! go to Dublin’s oldest pub - The Brazen Head, where we enjoy Irish folklore, storytelling, live traditional music and ballads and a Day 9: Kilkenny. We travel through County Wicklow with its traditional Irish lunch. After some free time we return to our hotel majestic peaks sweeping down to the coast, and stop at Avoca for time to take in the impressive amenities and surroundings. - one of Ireland’s prettiest villages. We’ll visit the original Avoca Our Tour Manager will host a Farewell Reception, allowing us to Handweavers - a large store and café with one of the world’s have dinner on our own at one of the fabulous hotel restaurants. oldest working hand weaving mills on site. Then we proceed to the heart of Ireland’s Ancient East, Kilkenny, with its famous Day 16: Home. We fly home, direct from Dublin to Toronto. Senior Discovery Tours 31 irescot_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:19 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge (non-stop flights between Toronto and Edinburgh / Shannon) • First Class and moderate hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily (except for 2 dinners) • 1 lunch • Scottish and Irish entertainment • All tour inclusions on the inside cover The Celtic Connection COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $5997

Scotland • Single Supplement - $1390 • Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax or Winnipeg - add $290 and Ireland • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $390

On this tour of two Celtic Countries we will experience constantly changing landscapes, 16 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 10 - 25 magnificent seascapes, historic castles and monuments and the carefree Celtic spirit of Tour Highlights: the people here that remains strong to this day. • Edinburgh, including the Royal Yacht Britannia Scotland is one of the most wild and beautiful places in the world. Just the name conjures the sound of haunting • Scone Palace bagpipes, treasured family tartans and the strong • Dalwhinnie Distillery traditions of Clans. Along our travels we uncover stories of • Stirling Castle the fallen monarchs and bloody battles as we marvel at the breathtaking scenery, magnificent castles and unique • Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle architecture. • Belfast, including the RMS Titanic Experience Ireland – it is said, once visited, is never forgotten. ‘Céad • Giant’s Causeway míle fáilte’ - ‘a hundred thousand welcomes to you’! The • Dublin Irish landscape is legendary (there really are fifty shades • Ring of Kerry of green!) and the history is fascinating. Ireland’s greatest asset is its people - known for their hospitality • Irish Dinner Banquet and friendliness (and a keen sense of humour). • Sheep Dog demonstration *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able • Powerscourt Gardens to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. *** Those joining our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 32 Senior Discovery Tours irescot_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:19 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Scotland and Ireland Day 1: Departure. We depart for Edinburgh, direct from Toronto. Day 9: Giant’s Causeway. This morning we visit the world’s Day 2: Edinburgh. We arrive in Edinburgh and transfer to our largest Titanic Visitor attraction, and learn about the ill-fated hotel. This evening is our Welcome Dinner. liner through state-of-the art displays. Then we drive north, admiring the lovely views of this scenic area (the Game of Day 3: Edinburgh. On our city tour of Scotland’s capital (a Thrones was filmed here). We stop at the Giants Causeway, UNESCO World Heritage Site) we see The Royal Mile, Holyrood huge columns formed by volcanic activity 60 millions years ago. Palace, Edinburgh Castle and we visit the Royal Yacht Britannia - noted as the UK's no.1 attraction by Trip Advisor. Day 10: Dublin / Wicklow. We head south to Ireland’s capital - The yacht was home to The Queen and Royal Family for over 40 Dublin. Our city tour will take in the statue-lined streets, years, sailing over 1,000,000 miles around the world. elegant Georgian Squares and the townhouses boasting the famous coloured doors. There will be free time in Dublin for Day 4: Newtonmore. We visit Scone Palace, one of Scotland's shopping, sightseeing or to enjoy a pint in one of the many most important stately homes. For centuries it was the seat of pubs! At the end of the day we proceed to our hotel in parliament and the crowning place of Scottish Kings Leopardstown, a nearby suburb, for a 2-night stay. (including Macbeth and Robert The Bruce). The Palace houses a fine collection of antiques, paintings and rare artifacts, and Day 11: Wicklow. We drive through the rugged and romantic the grounds are world renowned. Our afternoon visit is scenery that Ireland is famous for, to Glendalough, knowns for Dalwhinnie Distillery in Cairngorm National Park. We’ll see how its spectacular scenery, rich history, archaeology and they make this famous spirit, and naturally we try a wee dram! abundant wildlife. Then we visit Powerscourt Estate, listed #3 We end in Cairngorms National Park for a 2-night stay. in National Geographic’s finest garden of the world. This evening we go out for a rousing evening of Irish food and Day 5: Loch Ness / Newtonmore. We begin with a visit to entertainment! Culloden Battlefield, site of the final confrontation of the Jacobite rising of 1745. We continue to the village of Day 12: Kilkenny. We begin with a sheepdog demonstration - Drumnadrochit where we enjoy lunch at the local Inn. Next we during which the the instructor will explain each command in visit Urquhart Castle, one of Scotland's most iconic castles on dog training technique - an opportunity to experience the true the banks of Loch Ness, followed by a cruise on Loch Ness. essence of Irish country living. Later we arrive in Kilkenny - a Keep your eye out for Nessie! city rich in heritage and craft. with free time to explore. Day 6: Stirling / Glasgow. We travel through the Trossachs Day 13: Cashel / Killarney. Our first stop is the Rock of Cashel, National Park, which boasts some of the world’s most stunning where medieval Irish kings were crowned. See the 12th century scenery, as we make our way to Stirling Castle - an essential Cormac’s Chapel with its Romanesque decorations. Next, we part of any visit to central Scotland. We will learn about the stop in Blarney - an opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone or castle’s historical importance and marvel at its magnificence shop at the Woolen Mill. We proceed to Killarney for a 2-night as it sits on its high volcanic rock, visible for many miles in stay. every direction. Later we arrive in Glasgow for a 2-night stay. Day 14: Ring of Kerry / Killarney. We embark on Ireland’s most Day 7: Glasgow. WIth a rich culture and history, Scotland’s popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry. The winding route largest city has transformed from a poverty stricken, over- reveals breathtaking sights of coastal views, beaches and populated city to one of the most prosperous cities in Europe. cliffs. We also visit the Skellig Experience to learn about the Today’s tour will include visits to the magnificent 12th century nearby islands where early Christian Monks lived in austere Cathedral, and the renowned Piping Centre, where we explore conditions. 300 years of Great Highland Bagpipe heritage, and have an Day 15: Foynes / Ennis. We first visit the Flying Boat Museum, opportunity to try the bagpipes ourselves! to learn about the romantic era of the first trans-atlantic Day 8: Belfast. We ferry over to Belfast (Northern Ireland), and passenger flights, and taste Irish Coffee which was invented plunge into Irish tradition with a Traditional Music Trail tour. there. Then we proceed to Ennis - a fascinating blend of old With professional musicians as our guides, we walk through and new Ireland. There will be free time for last minute cobbled alleyways, past famous landmarks and on to private shopping or maybe enjoy a pint at one of the local pubs! This bars in some of the city’s oldest buildings. At each stop we will evening is our Farewell Dinner. be treated to a performance of traditional songs and stories. Day 16: Home. We fly home, direct from Shannon to Toronto.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Air Canada flights • First Class and moderate hotels • Enriched breakfast and dinner daily (wine and water with all dinners) • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal or Halifax - $5597

• Single Supplement - $790 Grand Tour (Single accommodation is not available on the overnight ferry to Sicily. Those in single accommodation of Italy may have to share for that one night). • Winnipeg, Vancouver, Calgary Including Sicily or Edmonton - add $190

Italy - one of the most visited countries in the world, is the ultimate destination to • 16 DAYS - 3 DATES IN FALL 2019 experience beauty, history, art, culture, SEPTEMBER 11 - 26 food and wines, and so much more! SEPTEMBER 18 - OCTOBER 3 SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 15 On this exciting and energetic tour we travel from the breathtaking alpine region of northern Italy all the way south to the dramatic Mediterranean island of Sicily. Travelling south we explore magnificent Rome - the We will discover the elegant city of Milan, the scenic “Eternal City”, the dramatic Amalfi Coast, wondrous beauty of the Lake Garda area, the cypress hills of Verona, Pompeii and the old city of Naples. An overnight ferry then the enchanting canals and architecture of romantic takes us across the Strait of Messina to Sicily - the largest Venice, Tuscan Siena distinguished by its medieval island in the Mediterranean with splendid green valleys, buildings, the impressive cathedral and monastery in magnificent Greek temples, the still-active volcano of Assisi and the historic treasures of Florence. and the delightful resort town of Taormina. *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 34 Senior Discovery Tours italy_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:18 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Grand Tour of Italy

Day 1: Depart. We depart for Milan, non-stop from Toronto. Day 10: Rome / Sorrento. Our touring of Rome continues with the Roman Forum; the Arch of Constantine; Circus Day 2: Milan. We arrive in Milan and transfer to our hotel. Maximus; Spanish Steps and an opportunity to visit the This evening is our Welcome Dinner. Coliseum. We then proceed to Sorrento on the beautiful Day 3: Milan / Lake Garda. We have a brief tour of Milan Amalfi Coast, which is characterized by majestic cliffs, before departing for Lake Garda, where we will take in the terraced vineyards, orange groves and a striking rocky magnificent scenery with views of the Alps and picture- shoreline. We stay in Sorrento for 2 nights. book villages along the shore. We will enjoy a lovely boat Day 11: Sorrento at leisure. A day at leisure to explore trip on the lake and visit medieval Sirmione - known as this beautiful city on the Amalfi Coast. Your Tour Manager the “Jewel of the Lake”. A spa town since Roman times, will be on hand with suggestions. we will stroll the narrow, cobbled lanes and see the 13th century castle and well-preserved Roman ruins. Day 12: Pompeii / Naples / Overnight Ferry. Today we visit fascinating Pompeii, the imperial city engulfed by Day 4: Verona / Venice. We proceed through the cypress the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. We then proceed to clad hills to Verona, where we see the Roman Arena and Naples for a panoramic tour of the old city with its Gothic Juliet's famous balcony. A short drive brings us to the and Baroque churches. Later we board our ferry bound for university town of Padua, home of many great Italians Sicily. As we depart the Bay of Naples be on deck for the (Dante, Galileo, etc.) and numerous art treasures. We visit breathtaking views of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. the famous Basilica of St. Anthony and then continue to the Venice area. Day 13: Palermo / Agrigento. We arrive in Palermo, a fascinating city with a mix of Latin, Byzantine and Islamic Day 5: Venice. We cross the by boat and buildings. We may have an opportunity to visit one of the spend a full day in the magical city of Venice. We see St. huge and colourful markets with its riveting display of Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge’s Palace. fruits, vegetables and other goods. We then drive through Day 6: Pisa. We leave Venice and drive through the the scenic hills to Agrigento with it's magnificent works of picturesque hills to Pisa and the famous Leaning Tower. Doric architecture dating from the 6th century BC. In the We will also see the Duomo and the Baptistry. evening the site is beautifully illuminated. Day 7: Florence / Siena. We depart for Florence, Cradle of Day 14: Agrigento / Taormina. This morning we visit the the Renaissance. Our walking tour will take in the multi- famed Valley of the Temples (formerly a Greek stronghold) coloured marble cathedral, Signoria Square, Santa Croce and visit the temples of Juno, Concord and Hercules - very Basilica and more. We then head south for our overnight well-preserved Greek ruins. Then it’s on to the Taormina near Siena. area with stunning views of the sea and Mt. Etna - Day 8: Siena / Assisi / Rome. After a walking tour of Europe's tallest volcano. medieval Siena, site of the famous horse race, we Day 15: Taormina. This charming town has long been a continue on to the pink stone city of Assisi, which is under favourite international resort and has wonderful parks, the protection of St. Francis. The city is still enclosed by gardens and an ancient Greek theatre. We enjoy a medieval ramparts. Our tour includes St. Francis Basilica, morning orientation tour, and an afternoon at leisure. well known for its Fresco paintings. After our visit we From Piazza Garibaldi one can enjoy the best views of Mt. continue on to Rome. Etna and the beautiful Ionian coastline. Our Farewell Day 9: Rome. Our touring in Rome begins in Vatican City Dinner tonight will be at a local restaurant featuring including the Sistine Chapel - official residence of the Sicilian foods and wine. Pope, as well as St. Peter’s Basilica - one of the holiest Day 16: Home. We fly home via Frankfurt. Catholic sites, and the Vatican Museum. The afternoon is free to explore Rome’s many museums, shops and cafes. Senior Discovery Tours 35 hilltop_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:13 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • Mainly First Class hotels • Enriched continental breakfast and dinner daily (wine, water and coffee with dinners) • All tour inclusions on the inside cover Hill Top Towns COST: • per person, double occupancy, from of Italy Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal - $5997 • Single Supplement - $990 Plus Rome and Venice • Halifax - add $90 • Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $290

Fall is the perfect time of year to enjoy this unique tour of Italy’s beautiful hilltop towns. 17 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019 We begin in the great Renaissance town of Perugia for a SEPTEMBER 18 - OCTOBER 4 2-night stay. As well as touring in this well known artistic OCTOBER 3 - 19 centre, we will also visit the nearby rose coloured medieval town of Assisi - birthplace of St. Francis. Our next stop is Rimini, a premier resort on the Adriatic, for a 2-night stay. Excursions from here include the centuries have provided its visitors with cures for all sorts smallest and oldest independent republic in the world - of aliments. Situated about 550 meters above sea level, San Marino, and Ravenna - which boasts some of the Chianciano Terme boasts an ideal climate and is finest Byzantine mosaics in the world (Ravenna was the surrounded by hills of forests rich with oak, beach wood capital of the Roman Empire during the 5th century). and chestnut. The greenery and dramatic landscape, Our next 3 nights are in the small town of Mestre, close to unlike anywhere else in Italy, make this unspoiled region a the historic centre of Venice. We will cross the lagoon into pleasure for all the senses. During our stay here our Venice by private boat and make our triumphant entry into excursions will include medieval Cortona - built on the this magical city in order to explore its treasures. dramatic slopes once enclosed by vast Etruscan walls, and Montepulciano - one of the region’s loveliest villages. Then comes a 4-night stay in Tuscany, a favourite region of Italy for visitors. Our touring here will take in Pisa with We end our tour in Rome - the "Eternal City" of endless its leaning tower, and Florence - “Cradle of the art, romance, fountain-splashed piazzas and monuments Renaissance” - one of Europe's most magnificent cities. that testify to its ancient, imperial and Christian past. We continue to the elegant spa town of Chianciano Terme. *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able This resort area is famous for its healing waters that for to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily.

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Tentative Itinerary for Hill Top Towns of Italy

Day 1: Depart. We depart for Rome. point out major sites of interest. We continue to the charming spa town of Montecatini for a 4-night stay. Day 2: Rome / Perugia. We arrive in Rome and proceed to Perugia, the Umbrian capital. After some time to rest we Day 10: Pisa / Montecatini. We take an excursion to Pisa, enjoy an afternoon city tour that takes us along the bustling and yes indeed the famous Tower is still leaning. We will Corso Vannucci. We visit the Duomo and the National spend our time here at the Campo dei Miracoli, which Gallery with its 33 rooms of Umbrian art, including paintings includes the Tower, the Duomo and the Baptistry. This by Perugino. evening we dine at a lovely local farm where we will tour the gardens and wine cellar before enjoying the local Day 3: Assisi / Perugia. Our excursion to Assisi will include a specialties. visit to the Basilica of St. Francis. A short walk away is the 13th century church of Santa Chiara. There will be some free Day 11: Florence / Montecatini. Today we visit Florence, time for shopping (ceramics are a good buy!) before “Cradle of the Renaissance”. Our first stop will be to see returning to our hotel in Perugia. Michelangelo’s David, and then our walking tour includes the Duomo, the Palazzo Vecchio dating from 1280 and Day 4: Gubbio / Rimini. We travel to the atmospheric town of Church of the Holy Cross. Afternoon at leisure - perhaps take Gubbio, one of Italy's hidden gems. Gubbio clings to the an optional tour to Santa Croce. side of Monte Ingino and its buildings just fit on the narrow terraces that step up the mountain side. We will visit the Day 12: Siena / Montecatini. This morning we enjoy a tour of Ducal Palace to see the interesting architecture, then medieval Siena, where we will see the fan-shaped Palazza continue to the resort town of Rimini. Pubblico, Gothic Town Hall and the Piazza del Campo - site of the legendary annual Palio horse race. Those who wish Day 5: San Marino / Rimini. We tour the tiny, independent may climb the Terre del Mangia - a 14th-century tower with republic of San Marino. This hilltop town is the oldest and sweeping views from its distinctive white crown. smallest republic in Europe. After our visit we return to Rimini for an afternoon at leisure. Day 13: Cortona / Chianciano. We proceed to the scenic spa town of Chianciano, in the region of Tuscany and en route Day 6: Ravenna / Venice (Mestre). Following the Adriatic visit medieval Cortona, made popular by the book and movie coast we travel to Ravenna and tour this unique city. Dante “Under the Tuscan Sun”. Cortona has an unforgettable (father of the Italian language) is buried here. We will visit position sitting on the slopes once enclosed by vast Etruscan the tomb of Galla Placidia with its fine Byzantine mosaics. walls. Later we arrive at Mestre on the Venetian Riviera. Day 14: Montepulciano / Chianciano. With a blend of Day 7: Venice (Mestre). We cross the Venetian Lagoon by renaissance, medieval and baroque architecture, private boat for a full day in this magical city. We see Montepulciano is one of the loveliest hill towns and best St. Mark's Square, the Bridge of Sighs, Doge's Palace and preserved historic centres in the area. There are churches, more, followed by time at leisure. palaces and great views of the valley below. Lunch today is Day 8: Padua / Venice (Mestre). We visit the university city at a farm and we will sample the "nobile wine" first of Padua where Dante and Galileo attended school. The mentioned in the 8th century. walled city centre has tiny one-way streets and many Day 15: Rome. We travel to Rome, and our touring this piazzas and arcaded walkways. We see many Gothic afternoon will take in the Coliseum, Circus Maximus, Roman buildings and the enormous and incredibly elaborate Forum and more. After our tour we transfer to our hotel. Basilica Del Santo. Afternoon at leisure. Day 16: Rome. This morning we visit the impressive St. Day 9: Lucca / Montecatini. We enter Tuscany and stop at Peter's Basilica and Vatican City. Afternoon at leisure to Lucca, a charming town which looks like a movie set for a explore Rome at your own pace. Our Farewell Dinner is medieval epic. Most of Lucca is traffic free and therefore a tonight. pleasant place to stroll through the streets and see magnificent churches, squares and statues. Our guide will Day 17: Home. We fly back to Canada

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class hotels • Enriched continental breakfast and dinner daily, 5 light lunches while touring. Wine & water with dinners. • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa or Halifax - $5297

Sorrento • Single Supplement - $990 • Winnipeg, Vancouver, Calgary and Amalfi Coast or Edmonton - add $190

The Amalfi Coast is a series of small bays, beaches, villages and towns, all with a 15 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019 backdrop of rugged cliffs. OCTOBER 7 - 21 The road that hugs the cliffs affords one of the most spectacular drives in Europe. Everywhere are orange, lemon OCTOBER 14 - 28 and olive groves, vineyards, lush greenery and flowering shrubs - all near to the sparkling Tyrrhenian Sea. On this tour we will take in all the wonderful sights in the region and cafes, shops and a local market. Other small towns and tantalize our taste buds by sampling the local specialties; villages along the coast are also accessible by local transport. extra-virgin olive oil, mozzarella cheese, Limoncello (the local All hotels on this tour have a restaurant, bar and lounge. liqueur). We will even have the opportunity to make our own Guestrooms at all hotels are simply furnished, equipped with "Neapolitan" pizza! twin beds, telephone, TV and private bathroom. Our tour begins with 5-nights in the resort town of Maiori, Our Maiori hotel is the (or similar), located in which has its own beach and tree-lined promenade. The hills Reginna Palace the town centre across from the beach and promenade. The and cliffs form a wonderful backdrop, but the town itself is local bus stops nearby and there are many restaurants and not hilly and it's easy to stroll through the narrow streets and cafes all around. lanes with their interesting shops, cafes and churches. For the more energetic there are superb walking trails to explore. Our hotel in Sorrento will be one of the popular Acampora properties, all of which are located seaside on the cliff, with We then transfer to Sorrento for an 7-night stay. This is the impressive views of the Bay of Naples and within walking most picturesque town on the Amalfi coast, perched high on distance of the town centre. the cliffs with stunning views over the Bay of Naples to the distant Mount Vesuvius. Sorrento offers many restaurants, *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 38 Senior Discovery Tours amalfi_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:13 AM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Amalfi Coast

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Rome - a direct non-stop explanation of the workings of this small farm. We’ll flight from Toronto. participate in a cooking lesson and pizza making demonstration during which we make our own personal Day 2: Rome / Maiori. Upon arrival in Rome we transfer to "Neapolitan" pizzas. our hotel in Maiori, stopping en route for an included lunch. Day 9: Pompeii / Sorrento. We enjoy a morning tour to Pompeii, the ruins of a once thriving community destroyed Day 3: Maiori. We meet with our local guide for an by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD. orientation walking tour of Maiori. We‘ll see the beautiful Italian style gardens, the interesting local church and Day 10: Sorrento. A day at leisure. Of course there is so winding narrow streets and shops. much to do and see in the city and in this region. Your Tour Manager will be on hand to offer suggestions and Day 4: Ravello and Amalfi / Maiori. This morning we visit optional tours. Ravello and the Villa Rufolo, the inspiration for some of musician Richard Wagner's famous works. We then Day 11: Capri / Sorrento. We catch the ferry from Sorrento continue to the beautiful town of Amalfi for a walking tour to the lovely island of Capri and its famous Blue Grotto. and some free time to explore. Capri was once a summer resort for Roman Emperors. During our tour we visit the famous Piazzetta and the Day 5: Positano / Maiori. Today we enjoy a boat trip to Garden of Augustus with its view of the Faraglioni Rocks. Positano, one of the coast’s most picturesque towns, with There will be some free time for shopping before returning steeply-stacked houses tumbling down to the sea in a to Sorrento. cascade of sun-bleached peach, pink and terracotta colours. Its steep streets and narrow lanes are lined with Days 12 & 13: Sorrento. At leisure to enjoy Sorrento's fine wisteria-draped cafes, restaurants and boutiques. shopping and cafes, as well as the beautiful views and surroundings. Optional excursions will be offered. On one Day 6: Vietri Sul Mare / Maiori. We visit the artisan town of the evenings we will attend a performance of local of Vietri Sul Mare, where the local people produce and sell tradition, dance and songs at the Tasso Theatre. beautiful Italian ceramics - a great place to buy that special souvenir. Day 14: Rome. We depart for Rome, where we will spend our final night of the tour. Upon arrival we’ll meet our Day 7: Sorrento. Today we travel over the mountains, local guide for a panoramic tour of the ‘Eternal City’, taking in the scenic views as we proceed to the resort including lunch at a local restaurant. This evening we town of Sorrento. enjoy our Farewell Dinner.

Day 8: Sorrento / Galatea Farm. We begin our day with Day 15: Home. We fly home to Canada. an orientation walking tour of the cliff-top town of Sorrento. We see the main square and the Piazza Tasso - always a hive of activity, and we also visit the Wood Inlay Museum. We then proceed to Galatea Farm in the Sorrento hills where we are welcomed by the staff and given an

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class hotels • Enriched continental breakfast and dinner daily (wine, water and coffee with all dinners) • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto Depart October 3 - $5897 Depart October 17 - $5797 Italian Riviera • Single Supplement - $790 • Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax and Tuscany or Winnipeg - add $90 • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver 2-Centre Holiday - add $190

There are many good reasons why the Italian Riviera and Tuscany are two of Italy’s most 15 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019 popular regions for visitors. OCTOBER 3 - 17 We begin this leisurely tour in Milan, where we will see 0CTOBER 17 - 31 both the modern and historic sites. Then from Milan we travel to the Riviera di Levante (known as “The Italian Riviera”) - a rugged coastline with many small bays and Tuscan hills and olive groves. It features "Liberty" style inlets. This area is incredibly picturesque, with hills buildings (an Italian equivalent to Art Deco), welcoming sloping dramatically down to the sea. We will stay parks and beautiful gardens. Its’ many spas provide a 4 nights in this region touring the major highlights. range of treatments that take advantage of the healing Nearby are the Cinque Terre villages that date from the properties of the therapeutic mineral waters, while the 12th century - each village is different and all have town offers many shops, restaurants and a weekly market dramatic coastal scenery. to enjoy at your leisure. Local trains and buses operate a The Tuscany region is home to some of the world’s most regular service to the surrounding towns and villages. famous Renaissance art and architecture, breathtaking Sightseeing in this region will include Florence, the scenery of medieval hilltop villages, olive groves, hillside famous Tuscan hilltop towns, elegant villas, farms and vineyards and dramatic mountain ranges. We will stay medieval towns like Lucca. 8 nights in Montecatini, located in the heart of Tuscany. *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able This elegant and historic spa town is set amid green to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 40 Senior Discovery Tours tuscany_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:28 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for the Italian Riviera and Tuscany

Day 1: Depart. We depart for Milan, direct with Air Canada. castle in the Chianti District followed by a wine tasting. This evening there will be a talk on the history, art, local Day 2: Milan. We arrive in Milan and transfer to our traditions and present-day rivalries in Tuscany. hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure until our Welcome Dinner tonight. Day 9: Local Farm / Montecatini. The morning is at leisure to explore this charming spa town with its many Day 3: Milan / Liguria. On our morning tour of Milan we shops and cafes. This afternoon we visit a local farm to see the Cathedral, Duomo, the castle, the Galleria and the learn of the agricultural products Tuscany is well known famous opera house La Scala. After our tour we depart for for. The visit will be followed by dinner with a selection of the Ligurian coast. local wine and produce. Day 4: Portofino / Camogli / Liguria. We take a boat ride Day 10: Lucca / Villa Bernardini / Montecatini. After a along one of Italy’s most beautiful coasts, stopping in free morning, we enjoy the lovely Tuscan scenery as we Portofino - a beautiful port town that has long been a travel to medieval Lucca to visit the 17th century Villa favourite destination for the rich and famous. We then Bernardini - an elegant villa with magnificent gardens continue to the picturesque fishing village of Camogli, surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. The villa has its known as the “City of the Thousand White Sailing Ships” original furnishings and still houses a green theatre in for its maritime tradition. the garden that seats 400. We then have some time to Day 5: Cinque Terre / Liguria. We board the local train to discover the historic centre of Lucca, followed by dinner at Cinque Terre. This UNESCO World Heritage Site consists of a local restaurant, before we return to Montecatini. 5 picturesque villages clinging dramatically to the cliffs Day 11: Florence / Montecatini. A full day touring in along the rocky coastline of the Italian Riviera. Upon Florence - the "Cradle of the Renaissance". We visit the arrival at the village of Monterosso we will have time to Academia Gallery to see the magnificent statue of David explore before taking a scenic boat trip to Vernazza - one by Michelangelo. We then have a walking tour and see the of the most beautiful villages. We continue by train to multi-coloured marble cathedral, Signoria Square, the Manarola and after some free time there return again by Baptistery and Piazzale Michelangelo from where we have train to Liguria. the best view over the city. Day 6: Liguria. A day at leisure to explore the Italian Day 12: Montecatini. At leisure to explore the town and Riviera, popular for its beautiful beaches, cliffside views stroll the lovely promenade. and charming towns Day 13: San Gimignano / Volterra / Montecatini. A full Day 7: Portovenere / Montecatini. We depart for the day to explore the unique hilltop towns set among the village of Portovenere, situated on a rocky coastline. The Tuscan vineyards and cypress trees. These small towns, village was dear to Lord Byron for its tranquility. The 12th with their medieval buildings and monuments, have century village centre still preserves the original coloured existed since 1155. houses overlooking the harbour and the Islands. We will see 13th century St. Peter's Church built on rocks. Day 14: Montecatini. At leisure. You may like to take the before we continue to Montecatini. cog train up the hill to the ancient upper town. Day 8: Siena and Chianti / Montecatini. This morning we This evening’s Farewell Dinner at a local farm will feature enjoy a tour of Siena. Distinguished by its medieval brick some specially prepared regional dishes. buildings, the fan-shaped Piazza del Campo is dominated Day 15: Home. We fly home via Munich. by the Palazzo Pubblico (where the famous annual horse race is held) and the Gothic town hall. We will also visit a

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class hotels • Enriched continental breakfast and dinner daily, plus 2 lunches (with a traditional farm-style lunch). Wine and water served with all dinners. • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Italian Lakes Toronto, Montreal or Ottawa - $5797 • Single Supplement - $990 • Winnipeg or Halifax - add $90 and Bologna • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $190

We begin this exciting tour of Italy’s northern region in Bologna, one of Italy’s most 14 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 13 fascinating cities with its incredible maze of porticos and arcaded walkways clustered around two lively main squares. promontory ideal for strolling, and the Alpine capital of Trento to the north. Perfect for exploring on foot, Bologna is home to the oldest university in Europe and known for its great love of food Then we explore the Franciacorta wine region, famous for and wine. We will experience the best the area has to offer their high quality sparkling wines, en route to the during our walking tour of the city and dinner at a local praradise of Lake Lugano for our final 4 nights. This farmhouse. From here we will also visit the quintessential stunning glacial lake is situated on the border between Italian city of Parma, recognized for producing the world- southern Switzerland and northern Italy, surrounded by famous Parma ham and Parmesan cheese (which we will mountains and breathtaking panoramic views. We will of course sample during our visit). stay in the city of Lugano, in Switzerland’s Italian- speaking Ticino region. The Swiss-Mediterranean mix of Next we travel to beautiful Lake Garda for a 4-night stay cultures here is reflected in the city’s architecture (the in the charming town of Desenzano. Garda is the largest main square, Piazza della Riforma, is ringed with pastel- lake in Italy, dotted with pretty villages and modern coloured, neo-classical palazzi). From our base here we towns. En route we visit medieval Verona, the setting of will explore the region around the lake as well as Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, which remains steeped neighbouring Lake Como, including a visit of the in romance and cultural treasures. While in Lake Garda historical Villa Carlotta. we will enjoy a boat trip to medieval Sirmione, uniquely positioned on a narrow peninsula jutting out into the lake ***Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able with a maze of pedestrian streets and lakefront to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily.

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Tentative Itinerary for Italian Lakes and Bologna

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Milan, a non-stop flight around the promontory offers great views of the lake and from Toronto with Air Canada. mountains. Day 2: Milan / Bologna. We arrive in Milan and transfer to Day 8: Lake Garda. At leisure to discover Desenzano’s our hotel in Bologna (stopping for lunch en route) for a narrow streets, medieval castle and inviting waterfront. 4-night stay. This evening is our Welcome Dinner. The town is well served by a variety of transportation – Day 3: Bologna. Our tour of this energetic city begins with boats, trains and buses - that provide endless options to a walking tour of its historic centre. Lined with hundreds explore. of arched porticos and arcaded walkways, the town is Day 9: Trento / Lake Garda. We enjoy an excursion to the clustered around two main squares, one of which is home Alpine capital of Trento, a city of Roman treasures and to the striking Neptune's Fountain - a symbol of the city Renaissance splendor. Our tour brings us to the the decorated with magnificent bronze figures. A series of historical centre with its colourful squares, noble palaces defensive towers, built in the 12th and 13th centuries, dot and the Castello del Buonconsiglio - the largest the city, some leaning more than the famous Leaning monumental complex in the region. Tower in Pisa! The people of Bologna are known for their Day 10: Franciacorta / Lake Lugano. Today we tour the love of fine food and fresh local produce, so we will enjoy wine region of Franciacorta, famous for its high-quality a special dinner tonight at a farmhouse in the hills sparkling wines. We will visit a local estate to see the surrounding the city. cellars, sample the “Italian champagne” and enjoy a Day 4: Bologna. A day at leisure to explore this traditional farm style lunch. We then continue to the fascinating city, visit nearby Maranello or perhaps take splendid Lake Lugano region for a 4-night stay. the train to Florence for the day. Day 11: Lake Lugano. Our exploration of Lugano begins Day 5: Parma / Bologna. Today we visit the typical Italian with a brief walking tour of the centre. Then we will board city of Parma, bursting with art and culture, and home to a local boat to enjoy a cruise of the southern part of the the world famous Parma ham and Parmesan cheese! lake and to visit the village of Morcote - one of the During our city tour we see the octagonal towered prettiest and most authentic hamlets on the shores of Baptistery built from the pink marble of Verona and the Lake Lugano. cobbled square Piazza del Duomo. After some free time to Day 12: Lake Como / Bellagio / Lake Lugano. This explore we visit the Museum of Parma Ham and enjoy a morning we travel by coach to historic Villa Carlotta, light lunch with local specialties. ideally situated on lovely Lake Como. The stunning villa Day 6: Verona / Lake Garda (Desenzano). We depart for was built in the 18th century for a Milanese Count, and Verona, a city of roman ruins, medieval buildings, culture, later belonged to the Prussian Monarchy. The villa has romance and setting of Shakespeare’s play Romeo and magnificent gardens and an abundance of beautiful art, Juliet. On our guided walking tour we will see the historic including sculptures by Canova. Later we sail on the local centre with Piazza dei Signori, Juliet’s balcony and the ferry to the picturesque resort town of Bellagio. Enjoy the great Roman arena - now an open-air opera house. There delightful old-world streets and the main square - a will be time to enjoy one of the cafés or do some shopping bustling hive of activity and site of the Romanesque before we continue to Desenzano on the shores of Basilica di San Giacomo. beautiful Lake Garda for a 4-night stay. Day 13: Lake Lugano. A day at leisure to further discover Day 7: Sirmione / Lake Garda. We take a short cruise to the town and lake, do some shopping or take a ferry to one Sirmione, picturesquely located on a thin peninsula of the many nearby charming towns. This evening is our jutting into the lake and surrounded on 3 sides by water. Farewell Dinner. The narrow winding lanes and pretty piazzas are mostly Day 14: Home. We transfer to the Milan airport for our pedestrian so browsing the town is a pleasure. Our walk flight back to Canada, non-stop to Toronto. Senior Discovery Tours 43 swiss_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:29 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada (direct, non-stop flights between Toronto and Zurich/Milan) Swiss Alps • First Class hotels • Breakfast and dinner daily (wine and coffee with all dinners) and Italian Lakes • All tour inclusions on inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal or Halifax - $5997

• Single Supplement - $990 • Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $90

This unique tour begins in Switzerland, whose very name conjures up images of 16 DAYS • 3 DATES IN FALL 2019 snow-capped mountains reflected in glassy, SEPTEMBER 12 - 27 bottomless lakes and a countryside filled with SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 4 picture-book villages and crystal clear air. SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 11 The moment we arrive in Zurich, the breathtaking Alps emerge as we travel through the picturesque countryside Next, we traverse the Simplon Pass into Italy for a 7-night to the beautiful lakeside town of Lucerne for a 2-night stay. stay at Lake Maggiore’s most beautiful resort town - After our stay in Lucerne we proceed, via touring in Bern Stresa. Bursting with flowers, sprinkled with fine old villas and Interlaken, to the welcoming mountain resort town of and famous for its lush gardens and mild climate, Stresa Villars-sur-Ollon (also known as Villars) for a 5-night has been a holiday resort since the 19th century. On our stay. We will experience the utmost in Alpine splendour at non-touring days you can enjoy people-watching in the this traditional resort which is beautifully situated in the lovely town square, or take the cable car to the top of heart of the Vaudoise Alps, in view of the peaks of the Monte Mottarone for famous views of distant snowy peaks and the chain of , with a and all 7 of the major Italian lakes. This idyllic spot is an sweeping view of the Rhone Valley. While the town has a ideal base for touring the beautiful Italian Lakes area, busy little downtown area, it still retains a sense of and also the lively city of Milan. This will be a perfect coziness and tradition in the true Swiss sense. Villars will opportunity to experience la vera Italia (the real Italy). be our base for visiting the surrounding region with visits *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to Montreux, Gruyeres, Vevey and L’Etivaz. to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 44 Senior Discovery Tours swiss_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:29 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Swiss Alps & Italian Lakes Day 1: Depart. We depart for Zurich, non-stop from Toronto. Days 7 & 8: Villars. At leisure. Your Tour Manager will offer Day 2: Zurich / Lucerne. We arrive in Zurich, then proceed suggestions. There are many walking trails in and around to Vitznau where we board a boat and enjoy our first views the town, or opt for a train ride through the Alps. of the breathtaking Swiss Alps while cruising on Lake Day 9: Stresa. We traverse the Simplon pass into Italy - a Lucerne to our hotel. Tonight we enjoy our Welcome Dinner. wonderful scenic day. We proceed to Stresa on the shore of Day 3: Lucerne. On this morning’s walking tour we stroll Lake Maggiore for a 7-night stay. along Lake Lucerne and through the city’s Old Town, seeing Day 10: Stresa. We take a boat trip to Isola Bella to see the the Hofkirche Church, the Old Town Hall, Chapel Bridge (the magnificent 16th century palace and gardens, built as a symbol of Lucerne) and the world famous Lion Monument - wedding gift. The garden features statues, fountains and carved in deep relief into a sandstone cliff. Afternoon at terraces where peacocks roam among the scented shrubs. leisure to explore this beautiful city on your own, or to shop Day 11: Locarno. Today’s full day excursion takes us on one for a Swiss watch or chocolate. This evening we enjoy a of Europe’s most scenic railways – the narrow gauge wonderful Swiss folklore dinner show. Centovalli Railway – which threads its way across “a Day 4: Interlaken / Bern / Villars. This full-day tour begins hundred valleys”, past sleepy villages and over deep in Interlaken, the main tourist centre of the Bernese ravines. Upon arrival in Locarno we take an orientation tour Oberland. The town lies between two lakes amid the of the town and then enjoy some free time. Explore the towering Alps, and so views from the town are spectacular. picturesque Old Town, see the beautiful subtropical gardens We will see typical Swiss architecture, several 16th century filled with palm trees and exotic flowers, stroll the lakeside churches and palatial hotels. We then travel to the UNESCO promenades and enjoy the excellent shopping under the World Heritage Site of Bern. We’ll stroll in the old town and arcades of the Piazza Grande. Later we cruise back down see the Zeitglockentrum clock tower, Munster Cathedral, the the lake to Stresa. Bear Pits and the historical fountains for which the town is Day 12: Stresa. A day to explore this town and appreciate known. We continue on to Villars for a 5-night stay. the beautiful panoramic setting. Relax and enjoy a Day 5: Montreux / Chateau Chillon / Vevey / Gruyere. We cappucino at one of the lakeside cafes and observe the take a tour to Montreaux – naturally beautiful and one of local lifestyle and magnificent scenery. Lake Geneva’s most popular resorts. The nearby Chillon Day 13: Lake Como area. A very scenic day as we travel to Castle is built on a rocky islet and has towers that reflect on Lake Como and the area around it - adorned with ancient the lake - very picturesque! The turrets offer fantastic views villages, exquisite villas and beautiful gardens. Our first of Montreux, the lake and the Alps. The castle and its visit will be to the “the Pearl of Lake Como” - the town of dungeons have been used as a prison over the years (Lord Bellagio, and then the town of Como, Our walking tour of Byron wrote The Prisoner of Chillon here, and carved his these beguiling towns will take us along cobbled lanes lined name in one of the cells). After our castle visit we proceed with elegant buildings exuding Old World elegance, and to the fortified hilltop town of Gruyere in time for lunch and through the gardens of one of the many local Villas. some time to stroll. We visit a cheese factory to learn about the traditional method for making cheese. A cellar visit with Day 14: Milan. We visit this very modern city, which also wine tasting is included. boasts the third largest Gothic Cathedral in the world. We see the Galleria, which was the first indoor shopping mall in Day 6: Zermatt. We board a train for the short ride to Europe - a beautiful, elegant area built in the 19th century. Zermatt - a village that lies at the foot of the Matterhorn. This is the place to have a coffee, people watch and shop. This is one of the most photographed mountains in the world, and has been visited by mountaineers from all Day 15: Stresa. At leisure in Stresa, an ideal town for around the world for centuries! We will tour the historic part strolling. The walking trails around the lake are lovely, as is of the village and enjoy some leisure time to stroll or to the shopping! Tonight is our Farewell Dinner. enjoy an optional ride on the cog wheel tram for a better Day 16: Home. We transfer to the Milan airport for our view of the famous mountain. non-stop flight to Toronto. Senior Discovery Tours 45 medmag_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:18 PM Page 1

Mediterranean HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air France • First Class hotels Magic • Enriched continental breakfast and dinner daily (wine and coffee included with dinners) • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal or Vancouver - $5797

• Single Supplement - $990 • Ottawa - add $150 (with round-trip transportation to Montreal airport) • Winnipeg or Halifax - add $590 • Calgary or Edmonton - add $490

France’s Cote D’Azur, The Italian Riviera and Tuscany 14 DAYS • OCTOBER 6 - 19 This tour combines three of Europe's favourite holiday destinations. It is with good reason that the French Riviera, Italian Riviera is known for its numerous picturesque and Italian Riviera and Tuscany are so popular: mild weather; historic towns and villages, and also the dramatic scenery of historic sites and romantic scenic beauty. Attractions spectacular cliffs and rugged coastline with many small include villages made from ancient golden stone, grand bays and inlets. We will stay 2 nights in Santa Margherita - castles, chateaux and hillside vineyards and farms. The a quaint former fishing village that looks and feels like a aroma of orange and lemon trees, herbs and lavender fill the calm Impressionist painting. Nearby are the Cinque Terre air. The museums, art galleries, winding cobble-stone villages that date from the 12th century - each village is streets and colourful local markets add their appeal. different and all have dramatic coastal scenery. The French Riviera evokes images of beautiful sunsets, We stay our final 4 nights in Tuscany, known for its carefully sidewalk cafes, flower markets and vineyards. We will stay tended hills covered by vineyards, olive groves and large 6 nights in Nice on a dreamy stretch of the French Riviera stone farmhouses, and also for the great renaissance cities known as the Cote d'Azur. While in Nice you may enjoy the of Florence, and Pisa (included in our holiday). Our base will town, the beach or explore the many towns and villages in be the coastal resort town of Viareggio, which has a long, the region via the efficient network of trains and buses. In lovely coastline with wide sandy beaches and parks. We will Nice we stay at the boutique Hotel Massena (or similar), stay at the Hotel President, a First Class hotel located right centrally located within a five minute walk of the beach, old on Viareggio’s seafront esplanade across the road from the town and flower market. All dinners while in Nice will be in beach. The shopping area is a 10-minute walk. outside restaurants so that we may enjoy the local cuisine. *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to Following our stay in Nice we travel by coach to the Italian walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. Riviera, with a visit of Monaco and Monte Carlo en route. The

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Tentative Itinerary for Mediterranean Magic Day 1: Departure. We depart for Nice via Paris. Liberty facades, overlooks the yachts moored in its marina. Day 2: Nice. Upon arrival we transfer to our hotel. This A walking tour acquaints us with the beauty of this area. evening is our Welcome Dinner. Day 9: Portofino / Santa Margherita. We board the local Day 3: Nice. Our guided walking tour of Nice will take in the train for a half day tour to Portofino – a small but perfectly Port, the Promenade des Anglais (the most famous stretch coiffured coastal village adorned with pastel-coloured of seafront in Nice), the Massena Square fountain, Opera houses, high-end boutiques and seafood restaurants that House, the Cours Saleya market and the amazing fringe its Piazzetta (the small cobbled square overlooking honeycomb of the narrow streets of Old Town full of the harbour, lined with super-yachts). A path leads from the beautiful shops, cafes and restaurants. Later we enjoy a Piazzetta to Castello Brown - a 16th-century fortress and tasting of some of the regional wines. art museum with panoramic views of the town and the Ligurian Sea. Afternoon at leisure in Santa Margherita. Day 4: St. Tropez / Grimaud / Cote De L'estrelle. We travel to St. Tropez to explore the village’s narrow streets, Day 10: Cinque Terre / Viareggio. We travel by coach and Provencal squares and charming old port. We continue with train to Cinque Terre - five villages that cling dramatically a boat ride in Port Grimaud, known as “Venice Provencal”, to the cliffs along the rocky coastline. We begin at the followed by a drive along the coast on “la Corniche d’Or” village of Riomaggiore and walk along the Via dell'Amore to cut into the red rocks of the Esterel Mountains. The rocky Manarola, followed by a boat ride to Vernazza for some free inlets form a beautiful rugged landscape. time. Then we take the train to Monterosso - one of the most impressive of the five villages. After our visit we continue to Day 5: Grasse / Saint-Paul. Today’s excursion begins in Viareggio, a beautiful Tuscan town located on the sea. Grasse, France’s perfume capital, where we will visit a perfumery museum and factory. Then we continue to the Day 11: Florence. We visit Florence for a full day in the medieval village of Tourrettes-sur-Loup, which offers "Cradle of the Renaissance". Our first stop will be at the splendid vistas over the hills and sea. We travel through Piazzale Michelangelo from where we have the best view the Gorges of the Loup River for more spectacular views en over the city. We will continue with a half day guided route to Saint-Paul, a quaint 13th century fortified village walking tour of the historic centre to see the multi-coloured full of galleries, boutiques and sidewalk cafes. Our walking marble Cathedral, Signoria Square, the Baptistery and a tour through the winding streets will show us carved visit to the Basilica of Santa Croce. Enjoy some free time fountains, statues and architectural treasures. for lunch and time to explore before returning to Viareggio. Day 6: Eze / Ville Franche-Sur-Mer. Our tour begins in the Day 12: Siena and Chianti. A full day tour to the wine medieval town of Eze, which offers a beautiful panorama of country. The medieval city of Siena is famous for its annual the French Rivera. Then we travel along the Mediterranean Palio horse race but it also happens to be a beautiful city coast to Cap Ferrat, with its luxurious estates and pine brimming with history. We will visit the Cathedral and see groves. Here we visit the sumptuous Ephrussi-de- the Piazza del Camp, considered one of the most beautiful Rothschild Villa and Gardens. We finish the day in the lovely squares in the world. After a morning of history it’s time to resort town of Ville Franche-sur-mer. unwind, so we proceed to Chianti for a tasting of the well- known wines of this region. Day 7: At Leisure in Nice. At leisure to explore. Your Tour Manager will offer suggestions. Day 13: Pisa / Afternoon at Leisure. This morning we visit Pisa, and yes, the tower is still leaning. The beauty of the Day 8: Monaco / Monte Carlo / Santa Margherita. We Campo Di Miracoli will amaze you. It includes the famous travel to Monaco for a guided tour of the city and the Leaning Tower, the Duomo and the Baptistry. After some beautiful harbour of Monte Carlo. Then we enter Italy and free time we return to Viareggio for an afternoon at leisure. proceed to the delightful little seaside town of Santa This evening is our festive Farewell Dinner with Margherita for a 2-night stay. Its picture-perfect seaside entertainment. promenade, rich with elegant buildings adorned with Day 14: Home. We fly home via Paris.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada The Wine Routes • First Class hotels • Full breakfast daily of France • 10 dinners and 1 lunch (wine and coffee included with dinners) (and Paris) • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal or Ottawa - $5497

• Single Supplement - $990 • Halifax, Winnipeg or Vancouver - add $90 • Edmonton or Calgary - add $190

On this wonderful tour we will explore 3 of the world’s most famous wine producing 14 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 7 regions, with an opportunity to discover the world-renowned scenery, charming towns and Tour Highlights: villages and local folklore, and also to taste • Wine tasting at a renowned winery in each region the wines and savour the cuisine from each • Visit of both Champagne’s major centers of production region! • Visit the beautiful town of Metz and the St-Etienne We begin in Reims in the Champagne region, where the Cathedral with Chagall stained-glass wine has been associated with celebration and luxury for • Canal Cruise in Strasbourg hundreds of years. • Visit of Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle Next is the Alsace region - a mix of rich pastoral • The ‘Little Train’ ride from Ribeauvillé to Hunawihr farmland, manicured vineyards and charming villages with timber-framed houses. Our home bases will be • Excursion to Germany’s Black Forest and Titisee Lake Strasbourg - the vibrant capital of Alsace, and atmospheric including a traditional Bavarian lunch Colmar with its stunningly beautiful architecture. • Visit of Bartholdi Museum Then we explore Burgundy - one of the most fascinating • Visit of Beaune’s Hotel Dieu areas in France as well as one of the world’s most • Visit of Dijon’s covered Market “Les Halles” influential wine growing regions. • Visit of the Abbey of St. Mary Magdalene We finish with 3-night in Paris. Whether you are browsing • Tour of Paris with an evening cruise on the Seine River in one of the famous museums or enjoying a stroll in one of the quaint quarters, a visit to Paris is always memorable. ***Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 48 Senior Discovery Tours wine_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:26 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Wine Routes of France and Paris Day 1: Departure. We depart for Paris. Day 8: Colmar. On our walking tour we enjoy Colmar’s Day 2: Reims. We arrive in Paris and proceed to the elegant delightful streets; passing medieval homes and shops with town of Reims. Upon arrival we have an orientation tour and ornate wooden facades. We will visit the Bartholdi Museum, visit Reims Cathedral, where French kings were traditionally featuring original models of the artist’s masterpieces - the crowned. After some time to relax enjoy your Welcome Dinner. Statue of Liberty and the Lion of Belfort, as well as his living quarters and personal memorabilia. Afternoon at leisure to Day 3: Champagne Region. This morning we discover explore the town. Champagne’s countryside and the manicured vineyards on the “Montagne de Reims”. See Hautvillers - the village of Day 9: Beaune. We proceed to Beaune – the wine Capital of Dom Pérignon, and Epernay where within 110km of the Cote d’Or region - our home for the next two nights. On subterranean cellars more than 200 million bottles of our walking tour of the ancient walled city we will visit the Champagne are just waiting to be popped open on some historic centre with its many wine caves, fabulous sparkling occasion. After some time at leisure we return to restaurants and magnificent Hotel Dieu - France’s most Reims for a wine tasting at a ‘Grande Maison de Champagne’. opulent medieval charity hospital. Day 4: Metz / Strasbourg. Leaving behind the vine-covered Day 10: Dijon / Cote D’or / Beaune. Today we first explore the landscape of Champagne we travel to Metz, which has art town of Dijon - once the capital of Burgundy it is one of and history dating back to the 4th century. We will see the France’s most beautiful cities. Our walking tour takes in the beautifully preserved architecture in the old town, featuring old town centre with its distinguished architecture, the Cathedral St-Etienne which houses Europe's largest pedestrian streets, Ducal Palace and the fabulous covered collection of stained glasses windows (including works by Marc market built by Gustav Eiffel where stalls of gourmet food Chagall). Then we continue to Strasbourg for a 2-night stay. and products sold around the world are on display. This afternoon we travel along the Côte d’Or - Burgundy’s Fine Day 5: Strasbourg. We begin with a lovely drive along the Wine Road, through vineyards and villages whose names river and through Strasbourg’s German and European quarter evoke some of world finest wines. We conclude this where we see the Republic Square, the European Parliament, memorable day with a visit of a winery for a taste of some the Human Rights Building and the Palais de l’Europe. Next fine wines. we stroll through the ‘petite France’ quarter with its covered bridges, typical tanner’s houses, astonishing gothic cathedral Day 11: Vezelay / Paris. We first stop in the lovely village of and astronomical clock. Later we embark on a canal cruise to Vezelay, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. view this picturesque city from an impressive perspective. As a starting point on the way to Santiago de Compostela, notice the shells that have been set in the streets by the Day 6: Haut Koenigssbourg / Wine Route / Colmar. We travel pilgrims, and enjoy a visit of the Abbey of St. Mary Magdalene on the famous ‘Route des Vins’ which winds its way through - an awe-inspiring building listed as a UNESCO World some of the most beautiful villages in Alsace. We will visit Heritage Site. After some time at leisure we continue to Paris Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle – a fortress built in the middle where this evening we enjoy a cruise along the Seine River - a ages. Next is the village of Ribeauvillé where we board the wonderful way to see the City of Lights! ‘Little Train’ to explore the winding streets and vineyards, and then we proceed to Riquewihr - the most romantic town in Day 12: Paris. Our city tour will show us the Eiffel Tower, Arc Alsace, which is still protected by the old city walls. We’ll stroll de Triomphe, the Opera, Notre Dame Cathedral, Champs the walled city’s cobblestone alleys lined with medieval houses Elysees and the historic Montmartre quarter where we visit and fountains, ending at a famous cave for a visit and taste the Sacré Coeur which offers wonderful views over the city. of the local wines. We end at Colmar for a 3-night stay. We enjoy free time here to explore this lovely area and watch the artists at work. Day 7: Black Foreset / Colmar. We cross the Rhine River to Germany and the mysterious Black Forest. In Freiburg’s old city Day 13: Paris. A day at leisure to explore Paris’s infinite choice we see the charming lanes and the Cathedral Square with its of attractions. Your Tour Manager will offer suggestions. Our lively market. Then we travel through the mountains to Titisee Farewell Dinner will be in a charming brasserie. Lake, where a typical Bavarian lunch awaits us. After some Day 14: Home. We fly home with Air Canada. free time to enjoy the lake views we continue to Colmar. Senior Discovery Tours 49 southfrance_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:29 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air France • First Class hotels • Full buffet breakfast daily • 10 dinners with wine and coffee • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $5497 • Single supplement - $1390 • Montreal - add $90 • Ottawa - add $250 (includes round-trip transportation to Montreal airport) Southern France • Winnipeg or Halifax - add $590 • Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton - add $790 (for an additional $99 p.p. and Paris double occupancy ($189 single) you may choose to overnight in Toronto before or after the tour).

3-Centre Tour to • Paris • Provence • French Riviera 15 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019

Any visit to France is a feast for the senses. Each region SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 10 offers a vast diversity of scenery, architecture, OCTOBER 16 - 30 attractions, culture and cuisine. On this charming tour we concentrate on the three most popular destinations in France, enjoying a wide array of sightseeing and time at food markets. The light here bathes everything in a golden leisure to further explore and experience these places in hue, which is why Provence has attracted so many artists your own way. throughout history. We begin with a 4-night stay in Paris, "the City of Lights". Our final stop is Nice, located in the heart of the French France's capital has a rich history, many famous tourist Riviera with its turquoise waters, beaches, sidewalk cafes attractions and cultural events. Whether you are visiting and lovely old towns. Nice’s beachfront is skirted by the one of the world renowned museums or simply enjoying a Promenade des Anglais, a delightful place to stroll. stroll in one of its quaint quarters, Paris is sure to provide During our 4-night stay we explore the Azur Coast and see you with a memorable stay. trendy St-Tropez, visit the medieval town of Eze, the From Paris we take the high-speed TGV train to the region principality of Monaco and Monte Carlo and have some of Provence and the beautiful walled city of Avignon for a leisure time to enjoy this sun-filled area. 5-night stay. Provence has enchanted visitors for We will stay in First Class hotels, all of which are centrally centuries, with its old sculpted buildings, shaded located in the towns and cities we stay. squares, unique landscapes, Roman and medieval towns, *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able vineyards, lavender and sunflower fields and sumptuous to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 50 Senior Discovery Tours southfrance_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:29 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Southern France and Paris

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Paris. Day 9: Luberon Villages. We travel to the Luberon and discover, scattered across the countryside, the wonderful Day 2: Paris. We arrive in Paris and transfer to our hotel. villages classified as "the most beautiful villages of The rest of the day is at leisure until this evening’s France". See Gordes - a hill top village with narrow alleys Welcome Dinner at a charming Parisian Brasserie. and passageways that wind between medieval buildings, Day 3: Paris. Our full-day panoramic tour will show us the Bonnieux - a typical Provencal market town, Rousillon - Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, the Opera, the “Left with its ochre landscape and Coustellet for a most Bank”, Notre Dame Cathedral, Champs Elysees, interesting visit of the lavender museum. Montmartre and much more. Day 10: Pont Du Gard / Rhone Valley. This morning we Day 4: Versailles. We leave the city for the splendour of discover the famous Pont Du Gard. Built by the Romans, it Versailles. Created by the Sun King, Louis XIV, the palace was a technical and artistic masterpiece ahead of its was the envy of all European rulers. We will have a guided time. Then we travel through the countryside and vineyards tour and a chance to stroll through the meticulous, to Châteauneuf-du-Pape for a vineyard visit and tasting. statue-lined gardens, before returning to Paris. Afternoon We return to Avignon for an afternoon at leisure. at leisure to explore Paris on our own. Day 11: St-Tropez / Cote D'Azur / Nice. Today we travel to Day 5: Paris / Cruise On Seine. A day at leisure. Your Tour the French Riviera with a stop in quaint St-Tropez enroute. Manager will be on hand to advise and assist you with the This one time fishing village has become a fashionable infinite choice of attractions and museums. Tonight's resort frequented by writers, artists and celebrities. After dinner will be followed by a cruise along the Seine River, a some time on our own to stroll the charming old town and wonderful way to see Paris illumination. lively harbour we continue our journey along the Cote d'Azur to the elegant city of Nice. Day 6: TGV Train / Avignon. We travel aboard the high- speed TGV train, the fastest scheduled rail journey in the Day 12: Nice. Our city tour takes in the Promenade des world! Upon arrival in Avignon we enjoy a walking tour Anglais, Cimiez Quarter and Convent Gardens. We will and visit the Palace of the Popes - an imposing Gothic also see Nice's old town with its flower market, City Hall structure where the popes lived during the middle ages. and pedestrian streets lined with shops and cafes. Afternoon at leisure. Day 7: St-Remy / Les Baux / Arles. This full-day tour in the heart of Provence begins in the pretty village of St- Day 13: Eze / Monaco / Monte Carlo. We drive along the Remy-de-Provence, with its Roman vestiges and weekly rugged and scenic Mediterranean coast to the medieval Provencal market. Next is Les Baux-de-Provence, town of Eze, which offers one of the most beautiful magnificently situated amidst incredible rock formations. panoramas of the French Rivera. Then we continue on to Here we will enjoy an outstanding audio-visual show Monaco where we visit the historic core (known as The which will totally immerse us in the images. Finally we Rock), see the Changing of the Guards and the Prince's proceed to Arles - a city of art and culture. On our walking Palace. After some free time here we visit Monte Carlo tour of Arles we see the charming old town, Van Gogh’s with its lush gardens and famous casino. famous "café de la nuit" and visit the Roman coliseum and Day 14: Nice. At leisure to enjoy Nice’s pedestrian streets theatre. There will be free time before returning to Avignon. or lively waterfront, or perhaps visit nearby Cannes or Day 8: Avignon. At leisure to enjoy Avignon’s pleasant another resort town on the Riviera. This evening is our streets and interesting museums, or perhaps visit nearby Farewell Dinner. Aix-en-Provence. Day 15: Home. We proceed to the Nice airport for our flight home via Paris.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class hotels (except for one night in a moderate hotel in Portsmouth) • Breakfast daily and 11 dinners • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: The Poppy Trail • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa Historic Battlefield Tour or Halifax - $6397 • Single Supplement - $1390 • Winnipeg, Vancouver, Calgary England, France and Belgium or Edmonton - add $190

This journey of remembrance and discovery will explore poignant sites and unforgettable 16 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 6 moments from both WWI and WWII. We begin in London and finish in Paris, and en route we • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard will visit the D-Day Landing beaches of Normandy, the including the HMS Victory and Mary Rose Somme, Vimy Ridge and the Flanders Fields, revisiting some remarkable tales of bravery and courage. In London • Normandy’s Landing Beaches including Dieppe we will ride in a beautifully restored pre-war double • Juno Beach Centre decker learning about life and survival in London during the Blitz (along with some time at leisure). After • Disembarkation Museum of Arromanches discovering Portsmouth Harbour, we cross the English • The Somme Battlefields Channel to Normandy, and follow in the footsteps of our • Beaumont Hamel Memorial Park bravest soldiers on the most famous battlefields, as well as enjoying the serene towns of Arras and Ypres. We • Wellington Tunnel in Arras conclude our journey in the City of Lights, enjoying some • Vimy Ridge Tour of the Tunnels and Trenches Memorial of Paris’ most iconic sites before flying home to Canada. • In Flanders Fields Museum in Ypres Tour highlights include: • Passchendaele • Windsor Cruise • Illumination Cruise on the Seine River • London at War Coach Tour and Churchill War Rooms • Paris City Tour • Portsmouth D-Day Museum ***Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able • Pegasus Bridge to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 52 Senior Discovery Tours poppies_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:15 AM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for the Poppy Trail Day 1: Departure. We depart for London. as we explore the Somme, starting in Albert where we visit the Musee Day 2: Windsor / London. After arrival we will unwind with a relaxing des Arbris. Then we head out to the Somme Battlefields, and visit the cruise from Windsor, and enjoy classic views of Windsor Castle as Memorial to the Missing at Thiepval, and one of the only intact First well as a traditional cream tea. Then we proceed to our central World War monuments - the memorial park at Beaumont Hamel. The London hotel. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner. park (maintained by Canada) remains as it was during the Battle of the Somme, and is dedicated to the Royal Newfoundland and Day 3: London. As bombs fell during WWII thousands of Londoners Labrador Regiment which lost many men on that first day of battle. volunteered to fight fires and save lives. Our ‘London at War’ tour (aboard a vintage double decker bus) provides a unique insight into Day 10: Vimy Ridge / Arras. We travel the short distance to Vimy life in London during the two World Wars. Included is a visit to the Ridge. It was on Hill 145, in April 1917, that Canada truly became a War Cabinet Rooms, the wartime bunker that sheltered Churchill and nation in the eyes of the world. Canadian troops stormed the ridge his government - an amazing time capsule! Later there will be some after all other allied forces failed to do so. We will tour the tunnels, time at leisure to explore London on your own. trenches and memorial, as well as the new interpretation center which opened in spring 2017 for the 100th anniversary. This Day 4: Portsmouth (D-Day Museum). We travel to Portsmouth and afternoon we tour the Wellington Tunnels, used by the Allies to visit the D-Day Museum, which tells the story of the D-Day Landings support the Western Front close to the town. There will be free time to in WWII and features the magnificent Overlord Embroidery - a tribute explore Arras, Place des Heroes as well as the Belfroi. to the heroism of those who took part in the operation. We will also explore Historic Portsmouth Harbour, home to the HMS Victory - the Day 11: Lens / Ypres. We travel to Lens and the new Hill 70 Memorial, Royal Navy's most famous warship, and The Mary Rose - flagship of dedicated in August 2017 to commemorate one of Canada's major the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII. victories on the Western Front after the victory at Vimy. We then proceed to Ypres, where we visit the “In Flanders Fields” Museum. Day 5: Channel Crossing / Port en Bessin. We take the ferry to the port of Caen, Normandy. After arrival we will visit the Pegasus Bridge Day 12. Flanders Fields / Ypres. This morning we will orient where the 6th British Airborne landed, captured and liberated the first ourselves with the Ypres Salient Battlefields with a visit to Essex house in Europe, the Café Gondree. After our visit of the museum here Farm, where John McCrae wrote the famous poem “In Flanders we will proceed to our hotel for our first dinner in France. Fields”. Then we visit the German cemetery of Langemark - resting place of over 44,000 young Germans (many 'student volunteers'). We Day 6: Courseulles-Sur-Mer / Juno Beach / Port en Bessin. We begin continue on to Vancouver's Corner to see the haunting memorial of at the Canadian Memorial Garden in the Abbaye des Ardenne and la the Brooding Soldier at Saint Juliaan. In the afternoon an optional Verrieres Ridge to view the area where the “Black Watch” suffered tour to Dunkirk will be offered. This evening you can witness the Last severe casualties during “Operation Spring”. Then we continue on to Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate, which records over 54,384 names the Juno Beach Center, dedicated to the 3rd Division landings as well of missing troops and personnel during the Ieper salient battles. as Canada’s full involvement during World War II. Afterward, we will visit Queens Own Rifles House on the beach of Bernières-sur-Mer as Day 13: Passchendaele / Ypres. We begin with a visit to the well as the Canadian Military Cemetery at Beny-sur-Mer. Canadian Memorial at Crest Farm, the objective of the 1st Canadian Corps on Passchendaele Ridge. Next we visit the largest Day 7: Arromanches / Pointe du Hoc / Omaha Beach / Port en Commonwealth Cemetery at Tyne Cot, where the Canadians first Bessin. We continue our focus on the Normandy Invasion with a visit began the Third Battle of Ypres to take Passchendaele. The to Pointe du Hoc, where the cratered landscape caused by the German Passchendaele Museum features an actual battle ground with battery can be observed. Then we see Omaha Beach and the trenches and German defenses. We continue to Hill 62 to view a well American Military Cemetery to discover the harsh difficulties in preserved area which was part of the original Canadian Front Line landing on the beach. This will be followed by a visit to La Chaos (also known as Sanctuary Wood). We conclude the day with some free - the German offshore battery in Longues-sur-Mer, which is still time in Ypres to relax or to buy excellent Belgian chocolate. relatively intact. Later we visit the Disembarkation Museum and Mulberry Harbour in Arromanches before returning to our hotel. Day 14: Paris. We travel to Paris, and we will have some free time in a quaint quarter of the city for lunch and a stroll before proceeding to Day 8: Dieppe / Arras. We travel to the seaside resort town of Dieppe our centrally located hotel. Tonight’s dinner will be at a charming to visit the Dieppe Canadian Cemetery, before travelling to Green Brasserie followed by an illuminated cruise along the Seine River. Beach at Pourville to view the Red and White landing beaches on the Dieppe seafront, as well as the Canadian Memorial Museum. Later at Day 15: Paris. On our city tour of Paris we will see the Eiffel Tower, the Blue Beach in Puys we view the gun emplacements on the cliff Place de la Concorde, the Louvre, l’Arc de Triomphe, Les Champs tops which were responsible for the terrible Canadian casualties. Elysées, Notre-Dame Cathedral, St-Germain des Prés and more! The Then we travel to Arras for a 3-night stay. afternoon is free in Paris, and this evening is our Farewell Dinner. Day 9: Albert / Beaumont Hamel / Arras. Our focus switches to WWI Day 16: Home. We say “au revoir” to France and fly back home.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Icelandair (direct between Toronto and Reykjavik) • First Class and moderate hotels • Breakfast buffet and dinner daily • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $7797

• Single Supplement - $1590 • Ottawa or Montreal - add $390 • Winnipeg or Halifax - add $590 • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver Iceland - add $790 Western passengers - for an additional $99 p.p. double occupancy ($189 single) Land of Fire and Ice you may choose to overnight in Toronto before or after the tour.

Iceland was the last European country to be settled when it was discovered by the British 11 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 6 - 16 and Scandinavians more than 1,000 years ago. Today it is a very modern society with a high standard of Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, the spectacular Eastern living and education. The Icelanders have preserved much Fjords, the charming “capital of the north” - Akureyri, of their Norse and Celtic heritage and most of them speak Lake Myvatn National Park - surrounded by fields English. They are very friendly and helpful to visitors. and renowned for its bird life, and the world famous Blue Lagoon where you will have an opportunity to soak in the The very name "Iceland" evokes an image of vast ice and thermal waters. snow fields but in fact it has a remarkably moderate climate with fjords, glaciers, active volcanoes, black lava There are few countries in the world that can compare to fields, red sulphur, hot blue geysers, white rivers, Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, flora and fauna. This waterfalls and deep green valleys, all with a backdrop of photographer and naturalist paradise must be mountains, ice-capped ranges and towering cliffs. The experienced first hand. inland features areas of volcanic formations, geysers, hot This tour is recommended only for the fit and active springs and lakes while the coastline is richly indented traveller. with bays. Please note that porterage is not available at some of the On this unique tour we explore the wild beauty of the hotels on this tour. island. Our sightseeing will include a boat cruise on

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Tentative Itinerary for Iceland

Day 1: Departure. We depart on our overnight flight to fondly referred to as the “Queen of all Mountains in Reykjavik. Iceland”. We then visit the Wilderness Centre in Egilsstadir for a true feel of how harsh the lifestyle was in Day 2: Borgarnes. We arrive in Reykjavik, which means Iceland in previous centuries, before arriving at our hotel. "Smoky Bay" due to the wisps of steam rising from its geothermal springs. After arrival we transfer to the Viking Day 7: Glacial Lagoon / Skaftafell. We travel along the World Museum for a buffet breakfast and time to visit the east coast, with its towering mountains and sheer rock exhibition. We then head north to our hotel in Borgarnes, faces plunging into the sea to form Iceland's spectacular en route stopping to visit incredible Hraunfossar Waterfall East Fjords. We will stop at Petra's Stone Collection, - hundreds of meters wide, this is one of Iceland’s most perhaps the world’s greatest stone collection. This beautiful attractions. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner at unusual assortment of thousands of stones is located in the hotel. Petra's home and spread out over her large garden. After our visit we drive to the heights of Almannaskard Pass Day 3: Akureyri. We begin our ring tour and our first stop past Lonsoraefi, a mountainous wilderness ringed by will be the 3000-year-old Grábrók Volcano. Grábrók is the extinct volcanoes. At Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon we biggest crater of three along this volcanic crack. Next we embark on a boat cruise to see up close where huge visit an Icelandic Horse farm to learn about this breed of icebergs have broken off the ever-shifting mass of horse that has remained unchanged since its introduction Breidamerkurjokull Glacier and float in the lagoon. We by the Viking's over 1100 years ago. Tonight we stay in overnight in Skaftafell. Akureyri, the “capital of the north'. Day 8: Vik. At Skaftafell National Park we take a walk to Day 4: Godafoss / Lake Myvatn. This morning we will get up close to the glacier itself. After travelling through have time to explore the town of Akureyri before we head Eldhraun - the largest mass of lava ever to flow on earth - to Godafoss – “Waterfalls of the Gods” – one of the most we cross the volcanic sand desert of Myrdalssand until we spectacular in Iceland. We then visit Grenjadastadur Turf reach Vik for our overnight. House to see the best preserved turf houses and discover the way of life of Icelanders before the 1900s. Then we Day 9: Reykjavik. This morning we visit the Lava Centre - continue to Laxardals Hydro Power Station for a brief talk Iceland’s newest attraction and one of the world’s best and view stop where we will learn the importance of exhibitions of seismic and volcanic activity. We will make renewable energy, before proceeding to our hotel in Lake a stop at Gullfoss (“Golden Waterfall”) before continuing Myvatn for a 2-night stay. to the geothermal region of Haukadalur to see the Strokkur Geyser which erupts every 7 minutes. Our last Day 5: Lake Myvatin / Nature Baths. Today we explore the visit is Pingvellier National Park, where the ancient amazing natural attractions of this unique area including parliament of the country was established in 930AD, Dimmugorgir (Dark Castles - towering lava formations), before we arrive in Reykjavik for our last 2 nights. and the bubbling sulfur mudpots of Viti Crater and Krafla which mark the continental divide between the North Day 10: Reykjavik. During our city tour of the capital we American and Eurasian Teutonic Plates. After our touring will see the old town centre, the Parliament, the this afternoon we have time to soak in the soothing Cathedral, the harbour and the National Museum. The mineral waters at the Myvatn Nature Baths. afternoon is at leisure. Tonight we enjoy our Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. Day 6: Egilsstadir. We continue east on the ring road to Dettifoss - the largest waterfall in Europe. Next is Day 11: Blue Lagoon / Home. We visit the famous Blue Modrudalur – the most isolated farm in Iceland, from Lagoon for an opportunity to bathe in the mineral-rich where we will enjoy a spectacular view of Herdubreid, geothermal pools, before proceeding to the airport for our flight home.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class and moderate hotels • Breakfast and dinner daily, 2 lunches. Wine, water, beer & coffee with dinners. • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, Grand Rail Tour from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, of Switzerland Edmonton or Vancouver - $8497 • Single Supplement - $1190

This unique rail tour will transport us through some of the most majestic and 14 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 6 - 19 stunning panoramic routes in the world! There is no better way to experience Switzerland than by rail. Relax onboard and gaze through the large picture • Panoramic Express (part of the Golden Pass Line) - windows as our train climbs and winds its way through the From Lucerne we travel through Interlaken to Montreux, Alps. Sometimes we will ascend to dizzying heights which passing lakes, pastures, waterfalls and quaint chalets offer some of the most spectacular views on earth, trimmed with flowerboxes, all nestled in picturesque consisting of crystal clear mountain lakes nestled in valleys surrounded by jagged, snow-topped peaks. This pristine wilderness set against towering mountain ranges, is the quintessential Swiss experience. and lakeside towns and picture-perfect villages dotting the • Glacier Express - Perhaps the most popular route. landscape. To experience this from the comfort of a modern Beginning in Zermatt and ending in St. Moritz, it takes train is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. us through mountain landscapes (including the mighty Legendary trains during our tour: Matterhorn), deep gorges, 91 tunnels and across 291 bridges. The highest point of the trip is crossing the • Jungfrau Railway to the Kleine Scheidegg - connects to Oberalp Pass - over 6600 feet above sea level! Europe’s highest railway station. • Mount Pilatus - Panoramic gondolas take us to the • Bernina Express - This UNESCO Heritage line from St. summit to view 73 mountain peaks of Central Moritz to Tirano passes over an incredible 196 bridges! Switzerland. • Railway to Rocher de Naye, with its views of the Swiss *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able and French Alps from Mont Blanc to Lake Geneva. to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 56 Senior Discovery Tours swissrail_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:06 AM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Swiss Rail Tour Day 1: Departure. We board our direct flight for Zurich. Day 8: Rocher de Naye / Montreux. This morning we visit Day 2: Zurich / Lucerne. We arrive in Zurich and transfer to Chateaux Chillon, located on a rock on the banks of Lake the town of Vitznau, situated on Lake Lucerne. From here we Geneva. This water-castle is Switzerland’s most visited enjoy breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding historic building. For 400 years it was the residence of the mountains as we cruise to our hotel in Lucerne - our home for Counts of Savoy as well as where Lord Byron was imprisoned the next 3 nights. This evening is our Welcome Dinner. when he wrote “The Prisoner of Chillon”. Be sure to look for his name carved into his cell wall! Later we board the local Day 3: Lucerne. We will have a guided walking tour through railway to Rocher de Naye, and enjoy the panoramic view of the the city’s Old Town, seeing the Hofkirche Church, wooden Swiss and French Alps from Eiger to Mont-Blanc, and further covered Chapel Bridge (the symbol of Lucerne) and the world to Lake Geneva. We may take some delightful short hikes and famous Lion Monument – carved in deep relief into a perhaps see one of the adorable Marmots that live in these sandstone cliff. We will enjoy a wonderful Swiss folklore show mountains, as well as the countless species of wildflowers. and dinner, and then some leisure time to explore this beautiful city on your own. Day 9: La Gruyere / Broc / Zermatt. We travel by coach to La Gruyere, where we will have some free time and enjoy a typical Day 4: Mount Pilatus / Lucerne. We board an aerial cableway fondue lunch at a local chalet! Then we continue to Broc to the and panoramic gondola, to reach the summit of Mount Pilatus. famous chocolate factory - Cailler. We’ll learn about making Known as the “Dragon Ride”, the cockpit-like cabin of the chocolate and have a taste of some of their finest chocolates. gondola has windows extending to the floor and provides From Tasch we enjoy a short train ride to Zermatt - a village at breathtaking views in every direction. the foot of the Matterhorn, for a 2-night stay. Day 5: Golden Pass Train / Interlaken. Our scenic train ride on Day 10: At leisure in Zermatt. We enjoy a short walking tour of the Golden Pass Line departs from the Bruenig Pass and this quaint village, with the rest of the day at leisure. The air travels to Interlaken through the heart of the Swiss Alps. We here is clear and clean because only electric cars without first travel by train to Brienz, located in the midst of towering combustion engines are allowed to operate in the village. You mountains overlooking the turquoise-coloured Lake Brienz. may wish to climb by rail to Gornergrat – Europe’s highest From here we take a steam mountain railway and climb over open air cogwheel train that operates all day. The train crosses 5000 ft. to the summit of Rothorn, which offers fabulous views impressive bridges, tunnels and also the Matterhorn - the of the deep blue lakes below and snow-capped mountains in most photographed mountain in the world. the distance (including one of Europe’s highest mountains - the Jungfrau!) We return to Brienz and enjoy a cruise on the Day 11: Glacier Express Train / Chur. We board The Glacier lake to Interlaken, for a 2-night stay. Express - perhaps the most famous railway in the world! We travel from Zermatt to Chur, meandering through untouched Day 6: Jungfrau Railway / Interlaken. We board the Jungfrau pristine mountain landscapes, deep gorges, breathtaking Railway to Kleine Scheidegg, home to Europe’s highest valleys, through 91 tunnels and across 291 impressive bridges. mountain - Jungfraujoch. We begin on the Bernese Oberland Day 12: / St. Moritz / Chur. We board the Railway to Lauterbrunnen, then board the Wengeralp Railway Bernina Espress and ascend through ever changing scenery to Kleine Bernina Express for a truly spectacular rail journey. This 100- Scheidegg. Afterwards, we descend to the charming mountain year-old heritage line has earned UNESCO World Heritage resort of Grindelwald, and return to Interlaken. status for its ingenious engineering and the striking beauty of the scenery it winds through. Travelling past craggy mountain Day 7: Golden Pass Train / Montreux. The Panoramic Express peaks and cascading waterfalls we make our way to is part of the famous Golden Pass Line from Lucerne to Poschiavo, then before returning to Chur we pause at St. Montreux. The elegant Golden Train takes us from Interlaken to Moritz. Our Farewell Dinner will be this evening! the banks of Lake Geneva. We then travel along Lake Thun and through the scenic Simme Valley to Zweisimmen, where we Day 13: Zurich. Our scenic bus ride to Zurich passes by snowcapped mountains and sparkling lakes. We will enjoy a board the Golden Pass Panoramic of the Montreux Bernese late afternoon tour of this beautiful lakeside city, followed by Oberland Railway that takes us to Montreux located on Lake Geneva, for a 2-night stay. There will be time today in our dinner and overnight. Montreux to stroll along the beautiful Swiss Riviera waterfront. Day 14: Home. We board our direct flight back to Canada.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with KLM • First Class hotels • Full breakfast (buffet) and dinner daily, 2 lunches. Wine included with dinners • Evening concert performance at the Schonbrunn Palace • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto Depart September 14 - $5497 Depart September 28 - $5397 Magic of • Single Supplement - $1190 • Montreal - add $190 Eastern Europe • Ottawa, Calgary or Vancouver - add $390 • Prague • Vienna • Budapest • Edmonton,Winnipeg or Halifax - add $590

On this outstanding leisurely tour we will visit historic cities, fairytale medieval villages, 14 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL, 2019 Gothic castles and interesting monuments in SEPTEMBER 14 - 27 three of Europe's oldest countries. SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 11 We begin in the “Golden City” of Prague - the ancient capital of Bohemia and now the capital city of the Czech We finish off in Budapest, the architecturally stunning Republic. The City of a Hundred Spires is built on seven and historic capital of Hungary. With well over 1000 years hills and spans the River Vltava, yet is small enough for a of documented history, Budapest today is perhaps the good walker to see most of the major sights, including the most exciting commercial, cultural and entertainment soaring cathedrals and lavish palaces. Prague's lively centre in Eastern Europe. Majestic bridges span across squares and avenues give the city a festive air and its the Danube river linking “Buda’s” medieval grandeur with museums, concert halls, ballet and opera performances “Pest’s” magnificent 19th century buildings, grandly are world class. designed boulevards and one the world’s most famous Our next stop is Vienna, one of Europe's most elegant and and beautiful Opera Houses. The city is abundant with historic capital cities. Vienna boasts magnificent old lively pedestrian streets, squares and cafes, and boasts buildings, museums full of treasures and the musical numerous museums, art galleries and spas. While in traditions of its famous opera, choirs and orchestras. Of Budapest we will stay in a lovely spa hotel. course the elegant shops that line the great avenues add *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to the charm. to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 58 Senior Discovery Tours ee_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:25 AM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Eastern Europe Day 1: Depart. We depart for Prague, via Amsterdam. Vienna we enjoy a special dinner with musical Day 2: Prague. We arrive in Prague and transfer to our entertainment and wine at one of Vienna's famous wine hotel. This evening is our Welcome Dinner. villages. Day 3: Prague. Our coach and walking tour will show us Day 9: Vienna. A day of leisure to enjoy this Imperial city. the stunning sights of the Hradcany Castle district, with a The city planning of The Ring makes for easy exploring. Try visit to the majestic St. Vitus Cathedral, the Loretto Chapel the coffee and Austrian torte - a local tradition. Your Tour (known for its incredible wooden staircase of astounding Manager will be on hand with suggestions or you might like craftsmanship) and “The Golden Lane” - named after the an optional tour to the countryside or the Abbey of Melk. goldsmiths who lived here in the 17th century. Some of the Day 10: Gyor / Bratislava / Budapest. En route to Budapest alchemists attempted to turn metal into gold here! we stop in two charming cities: the old Hungarian city of Day 4: Prague. We continue our guided walking tour with a Gyor, known as the “City of Waters”, and the capital of stroll across the Charles Bridge to Lesser Town’s winding Slovakia - Bratislava. We will have short walking tours of narrow streets, where we see the artisan houses, small both cities, through their quaint pedestrian Old Town centres 17th century palaces, the Jewish Ghetto and the famous abundant with statues, old city squares and 18th century astronomical clock. We will enjoy a 1-hour river cruise pastel-coloured buildings. Later we arrive in Budapest. through the historic district, then an afternoon at leisure. Day 11: Budapest. Our city tour begins at the top of Gellert Day 5: Prague. At leisure in the Golden City. Prague is a Hill with its magnificent view over the Danube River and very pleasant and lively city in which to stroll, so you may the city. We visit the Castle District, where the Royal Palace want to revisit Little Town and some of the quaint shops housing the National Gallery is located, and then stroll to (best buys are crystal and garnet jewelry). Enjoy a coffee the Fisherman’s Bastion with a visit to the famous Mathias (and people watching) in Old Town Square. After dinner, Church. We drive along the grand boulevards passing by why not visit one of the local pubs to enjoy the famous dark the House of Parliament with a stop at Heroe’s Square. ales brewed here. Included will be a coffee and Hungarian Pastry at the elegant 19th century Gerbeaud Coffee House - a mecca for Day 6: Cesky Krumlov / Vienna. We depart Prague and pastry lovers. Then we stroll through the lively pedestrian drive to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Cesky Krumlov. streets of central Budapest. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight This picture postcard, beautiful fortified medieval town is we enjoy a typical Hungarian dinner and folklore show. surrounded by unspoiled countryside. Our walking tour will take us through the historic centre of narrow cobblestone Day 12: Danube Tour / Budapest. We take an excursion into streets winding along romantic nooks abundant with lively Hungary’s history - to the Danube Bend, where the river is shops, cafes, and museums. Lunch is included. After our at its most alluring and the countryside delightful. First we tour we will proceed to Vienna for a 4-night stay. visit Esztergom, the centre of Hungary’s Catholic Church, with a visit of the Cathedral. Next is the former royal Day 7: Vienna. Our city tour of Vienna shows us the Opera residence of Visegrad. Finally we visit the artisan village of House, Hofburg Palace and many other grand buildings and Szentendre, which remains as it was in the 18th century - monuments built when Vienna was the capital of the baroque and painted in many colours. The cobbled main Austro-Hungarian empire. We visit the Schonbrunn Palace square is classified as a national historic monument. with its 440 rooms and magnificent interiors. The Grand Lunch is included. Gallery is where Mozart gave his first royal concert. This evening we will dine at the Palace followed by a concert Day 13: Budapest. At leisure to enjoy Budapest on your performance of the works of Mozart and Strauss in the own. As our hotel is a thermal spa you have free access to Palace Orangery. some of the facilities. You may also want to attend one of the many musical events the city is famous for. Tonight we Day 8: Vienna. Our tour of the lovely Vienna Woods includes enjoy a romantic Dinner Cruise on the Danube. visits of the 12th century Cistercian Abbey and the former Imperial hunting lodge at Mayerling. Before returning to Day 14: Home. We fly home, via Amsterdam.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada / Lufthansa • First Class hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily • 1 lunch • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $5997

• Single Supplement - $990 Fall in Austria • Montreal or Ottawa - add $90 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $190 • Vancouver, Edmonton or Calgary 2-Centre Tour - add $290

Austria is known for spectacular natural beauty with snowcapped mountains, clear blue 16 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 8 lakes, brilliant green meadows and alpine villages. Following our stay in Bregenz we will embark on an Add to this magnificent architecture, medieval cities, lush exciting train journey to the lively city of Graz in the vineyards, fascinating museums and modern art province of Styria - a region famous for its fabulous wines galleries, and you have a first-class destination with and countless castles that dot the landscape. The city endless treasures to discover. The locations that we have itself has green parkland, red rooftops and a fast-flowing chosen for this leisurely 2-Centre tour are ideal bases for river travelling through its centre. Architecturally, Graz is exploring some of Austria’s neighbouring countries, and recognized for its Renaissance courtyards and provincial so we we will visit a total of 5 countries, each with their baroque palaces. Less known is its declaration by own unique cultures and traditions. UNESCO as a forward thinking “City of Design” (only ten other cities in the world have received this award). There We begin in Bregenz, tucked between tranquil Lake are endless sites to visit and all are easily accessible on Constance and the green foothills of the Alps. This foot or by a very user-friendly transit system. We will stay charming lakeside town offers a great combination of 7 nights in Graz at the ideally situated Park Hotel, and our cultural sites and outdoor activities in a spectacular sightseeing will include Styria’s lush vineyards and setting. During our 7-night stay at the centrally located panoramic scenery, the beautiful towns of Maribor and Hotel Weisses Kreuz we will enjoy a variety of excursions Ptuj in Slovenia, Riegersburg Castle and the world including unforgettable Vaduz in Liechtenstein, the renowned Zotter Chocolate Factory. panoramic resort town of Appenzell (Switzerland), and the scenic alpine village of Swarzenberg in the “Bregenz ** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to Forest”. walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily.

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Tentative Itinerary for Austria 2-Centre Tour

Day 1: Depart. We depart for Zurich (non-stop from Toronto). Day 10: Graz. On our orientation walk of Graz we see Day 2: Bregenz. We arrive in Zurich and enjoy a scenic Schlossberg - the tree covered mountain fortress in the coach transfer to our hotel in Bregenz, Austria, where we heart of the city, the Landhaus with its elegant inner will stay for 7 nights. This afternoon will be a walking courtyard created during the Italian Renaissance, the orientation tour of the town and briefing of local attractions Hauptplatz (Main Square) that reflects various architectural and optional excursions to enjoy on our free days. styles, the Dom (Cathedral), the Mausoleum of the Habsburg Dynasty and finally, the medieval Burg with its Day 3: Bregenz. A day at leisure to explore on your own or famous medieval double spiral staircase enjoy one of the optional excursions offered, such as a journey into the nearby mountains or a relaxing lake cruise. Day 11: Southern Styria (Wine Region). On today’s excursion of beautiful southern Styria we will stroll through Day 4: Lake Constance, Germany. Our excursion to the lush vineyards, enjoy the magnificent views across the picturesque towns situated along Lake Constance begins border into Slovenia and listen to the sound of Klapotetz (a with Meersburg and its imposing castle on the north shore. traditional windmill used to keep the birds away from the We will enjoy a boat ride to the flower island of Mainau grapes). We will enjoy a glass of local wine and a hearty where we explore the Palm House and amazing gardens that “Brettljause” (lunch of cold cuts and cheeses) in a cozy survive due to a unique microclimate. We will stop at the tavern, served with a generous helping of Styrian town of Konstanz before continuing along the Swiss side of hospitality. Later we drive to the region’s highest vineyard the lake back to Bregenz. at Seggau Castle where we visit the 300 year old wine cellar Day 5: Bregenz. At leisure for strolling along the lake or and savour a tasting. perhaps visit surrounding regions by local train. Day 12: Graz. At leisure to relax or join an optional tour. Day 6: Liechstenstein / Switzerland. Today we traverse 3 Day 13: Eastern Styria (Riegersburg Castle and Chocolate countries. We first drive to Vaduz - capital of the tiny Factory). The landscape of eastern Styria was formed by principality of Liechtenstein. Our tour here will include a ancient . Fortified castles dot the rugged terrain, visit to the Parliament for a unique insight into one of the including the dramatic Riegersburg, perched precariously world’s smallest parliamentary monarchies. We then cross atop a high cliff. We will visit the castle and enjoy the view into Switzerland and the picturesque village of Appenzell, over the spectacular countryside. This afternoon we stop at famous for its cheese. We will explore the pretty lanes of the world renowned Zotter Chocolate Factory, where our this pedestrian-only town before continuing to Heiden to decadent tasting adventure begins with a chocolate visit the Henri Dunant Museum – named after the man who aperitif, followed by a private tour of the production process founded the Red Cross. where we sample the various stages along the way. Day 7: Bregenz. A final day at leisure in Bregenz. Day 14: Slovenia. A full day trip to Slovenia - the 5th Day 8: Bregenz Forest / Schwarzenberg. Today we explore country on our tour, and the most recent addition to the the “Bregenz Forest” - an area of rolling hills and low European Union. We first visit Maribor, Slovenia’s second mountains. The forest region is renowned for its picturesque largest city ideally situated on the picturesque Drava River. villages, wellness spas and fine dairy products. We will take We will enjoy a walking tour of the medieval centre, then in the new, modern cable car from Bezau to Sonderdach the afternoon visit the oldest Slovenian city of Ptuj, dating (weather permitting) for spectacular views, and later visit back two thousand years. Our return trip to Graz takes us an authentic cheese maker for a demonstration and to through scenic Slovenian vineyards and rolling green hills. sample delicious local cheeses. Day 15: Graz. At leisure to further explore Graz. Tonight is Day 9: Graz. We take a modern panoramic train ride across our Farewell Dinner. Austria, past lush green pastures and rugged snow topped Day 16: Home. We proceed to Vienna for our flight home (via mountains, directly to Graz. Although Graz is Austria’s 2nd Frankfurt). largest city it retains all the charm and ambience of a small town. We arrive in time to relax before dinner at the hotel. Senior Discovery Tours 61 germany_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:19 AM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge • First Class hotels • Buffet breakfast daily, 6 dinners and 6 lunches (with an Oktoberfest lunch in Munich) - wine with all dinners • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: Berlin, Oktoberfest • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $6397 and Austria • Single Supplement - $990 • Montreal, Ottawa, Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $90

Fairy-tale castles, Alpine forests, storybook villages, Edelweiss, apple strudel, schnitzel… 14 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 11 - 24 these are “a few of our favourite things”.

This tour begins in Germany’s fascinating capital - Berlin, Leipzig (Saxony) - 2 nights. With links to Bach, Schubert, and ends in Austria’s iconic city - Salzburg. Along the way Mendelssohn, Martin Luther and Goethe, Leipzig is one of we’ll experience spectacular scenery of jagged Alps, Germany’s great cultural centers. From here we will take a pristine valleys, rolling green pastures and mighty rivers, train excursion to Dresden - capital of Saxony since the 15th dotted with castles and idyllic medieval villages. On the century. Dresden features baroque splendour and an Old modern side, we will ride some of the world’s most high- Town that has the city dubbed the “Florence on the Elbe". tech trains, and visit world-class cities and museums. Bad Worishofen – 3 nights. This spa town is known for its A highlight of this tour will be our participation in Munich’s “Kneipp” water therapy, and is our base for visiting Oktoberfest - the world’s largest funfair which features Munich and Oktoberfest! From here we will also visit the yodeling, men in lederhosen playing oompah music, and of fairytale castle of “Mad” King Ludwig II, “Neuschwanstein” course some of the world’s finest beer. - the model for Disney’s Cinderella castle. Our overnights will include the following cities: Salzburg – 3 nights. The birthplace of Mozart and the Berlin – 4 nights. Perhaps the world’s most culturally setting for “The Sound of Music”. This fairytale city has “cool” city, reminiscent of New York in the 1980’s. Berlin is some of Europe’s best preserved medieval architecture in a haven for fashion, art and music, as well as world-class its old town, and in the surrounding Salzkammergut region museums and galleries. While in Berlin we will visit the we’ll see castles reflected in water, snow-capped Alpine maritime heritage city of Hamburg by high speed train, as mountains, flower-strewn valleys and cool blue lakes . well as Potsdam - former residence of Prussian kings. ***Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 62 Senior Discovery Tours germany_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:19 AM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Germany, Oktoberfest and Austria Day 1: Depart. We depart for Berlin, a direct flight from Day 8: Bamberg / Bad Worishofen. En route to Bavaria we Toronto. stop for a guided walking tour of historic Bamberg, known Day 2: Berlin. We arrive in Berlin and enjoy an orientation as “the Rome of Germany”. This UNESCO World Heritage city tour prior to check-in. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner! Site has one of Europe’s largest intact old town centres and is home to the only papal grave in Germany (that of Day 3: Berlin. Our full-day city tour shows us the restored Pope Clemence II). After our tour we proceed to our Reichstag, Potsdamer Platz, the Brandenburg Gate where Wellness Spa hotel for a 3-night stay. “The Wall” began, the remains of Checkpoint Charlie, Unter den Linden Boulevard, the elegant Kurfurstendamm, Day 9: Neuschwanstein Castle / Bad Worishofen. A the German State Opera House and the UNESCO Heritage scenic drive takes us to Hohenschwangau to visit Museums Island. Neuschwanstein – the fairy-tale castle of “Mad” King Ludwig and the model castle for Disney’s Cinderella. We Day 4: Potsdam / Berlin. We visit Potsdam - residence of return to the hotel for some time at leisure. Prussian Kings until 1918. Around the city there are a series of lakes and unique cultural attractions, including Day 10: Oktoberfest in Munich / Bad Worishofen. We go to the parks and palaces of the 18th century Sanssouci – the Bavarian capital of Munich, and our city tour will show Germany’s largest World Heritage Site and the last great us the famous squares of Maximillianplatz, the medieval Prussian baroque palace. Afternoon at leisure. square of Marienplatz and much more. Our included lunch (with a stein of beer included of course) will be in a Day 5: Hamburg / Berlin. We take the high-speed Inter City marquee at the world-famous Oktoberfest, and then there Express train (with speeds up to 200km/h) to the maritime will be free time to enjoy Oktoberfest’s festive atmosphere heritage city of Hamburg - Germany's second-largest city. featuring men in traditional Lederhosen (leather pants), Hamburg’s history played key roles in the stories of 19th- dirndl-clad frauleins in traditional dress, enormous century emigration, World War II and the Beatles. It's also a frothing steins of beer and all kinds of sausages. thriving 21st-century metropolis with an inviting harbour boardwalk, avant-garde architecture and Las Vegas–style Day 11: Salzburg. We cross over to Austria and on to nightlife. Included in our touring here will be a harbour Salzburg for our final 3 nights. With its formidable cliff-top cruise and an included lunch. We’ll return to Berlin by train. fortress and towering mountain backdrop, Salzburg resonates with the well-known line from the song “The hills Day 6: Leipzig. We travel to the region of Saxony, where are alive with the Sound of Music”! On our walking tour rolling hills and terraced vineyards abound, and on to the we’ll see many of the famous locations seen in the film, city of Leipzig, known for its national heroes - Luther, along with historical buildings like the home of its most Goethe, Schiller, Bach, Handel and Wagner to name a few. famous resident - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart! On our walking tour we will learn much about the medieval legends the city is known for. Day 12: Salzkammergut / Salzburg. On our full-day excursion of the Alpine countryide region of Day 7: Dresden / Leipzig. We take a train excursion to Salzkammergut, the stunning sights include soaring Dresden – a city with fanciful Baroque architecture and a mountains with needlelike peaks, glittering turquoise lakes dynamic history. On our guided walking tour we’ll see the and forested valleys populated by deer. We’ll enjoy lunch Frauenkirche - a famous landmark destroyed during WWII and a cruise before returning to the city. and rebuilt with donations from around the world, the Semper Opera House, the Albertinum and more. A highlight Day 13: At Leisure in Salzburg. A day of leisure in Salzburg here will be our visit of the Green Vault Museum - to enjoy yet another UNESCO World Heritage City. Your Tour Dresden’s legendary chamber of treasures restored to its Manager will be on hand for suggestions. This evening we pre-war glory, featuring radiant gemstone-studded riches enjoy a Farewell Mozart Dinner, featuring a historical menu showcased in Dresden Castle. After our included lunch along with the music of the great Master! there will be free time to explore the city on our own before Day 14: Home. Auf Wiedersehen, as we are homeward returning by train to Leipzig. bound via Munich.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge • First Class and moderate hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily, and 3 lunches • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto Depart September 19 - $4997 Depart September 26 - $4937 Croatia Depart October 3 - $4877 • Single supplement - $790 and Slovenia • Montreal or Ottawa - add $190 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $290 From Dubrovnik to Venice • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $390

We begin this unique tour with the Jewel of the Adriatic - Dubrovnik - a UNESCO 15 DAYS • 3 DATES IN FALL 2019 World Heritage Site and certainly one of the SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 3 most beautiful cities in Europe. SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 10 After Dubrovnik we head to Croatia’s endless coastline of glistening azure blue sea speckled with more than a OCTOBER 3 - 17 thousand islands, quaint villages, bustling port towns, regal castles and Roman ruins. We will visit the charming port towns of Zadar, Trogir and Split, then travel to lush warm Mediterranean breezes up to the foothills of the Plitvice Lakes National Park with its pristine forest, Alps. Culturally, there are Gothic churches, baroque mountain streams, deep gorges and magnificent lakes. palaces, romantic castles and art nouveau buildings. The We also visit intriguing Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina, country’s greatest asset though is its people, well known where we see the famous old bridge and absorb the to be welcoming, multilingual and broad-minded. Our Turkish atmosphere of this historic city. Our final stop in touring here will include, among many scenic drives, the Croatia will be a 2-night stay in the capital city of Zagreb impressive caves of Postojna, the lively medieval capital - a vivacious European metropolis and the country's city of Ljubljana and the fairytale, emerald-green resort economic, intellectual and cultural centre. town of Lake Bled. Then we travel into Slovenia, a wonderfully scenic country We finish off in the romantic city of Venice. With its that offers more diversity than most countries many times marvellous canals, beautiful architecture and Byzantine its size. Slovenia’s wide range of climatic zones include atmosphere, Venice never fails to enchant its visitors. beaches, snow-capped mountains, hills awash in *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able grapevines, wide plains blanketed in sunflowers and to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 64 Senior Discovery Tours croatia_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:08 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Croatia and Slovenia

Day 1: Departure. We depart with Air Canada for where our tour shows us the harbour, the historical center, Dubrovnik, via Vienna. the Romanic marks and the pre-Romanic church of Saint Donat. Day 2: Cavtat (Dubrovnik). We arrive in Dubrovnik and transfer to our hotel in nearby Cavtat - our base for Day 9: Plitvice Lakes / Zagreb. We depart for Plitvice exploring Dubrovnik. The remainder of the day is at Lakes National Park, a lush valley with 16 terraced lakes leisure until our Welcome Dinner this evening. strung together by countless cascading waterfalls and miles of pleasant paths and wooden bridges. Our visit Day 3: Dubrovnik. Our city tour of Dubrovnik shows us the here will include a boat ride on the still waters of Kozjak city walls and fortifications, the Rector’s Palace, set-piece Lake and an electric train around the park. We then churches and public buildings that blend seamlessly with continue to Zagreb, Croatia’s capital. green-shuttered stone houses, and Europe’s oldest apothecary in the Franciscan Monastery. Later we travel Day 10: Zagreb. Our city tour will include a funicular ride by coach to the region of Konavle with a stop at the little to the Upper Town where a complex of churches, palaces, mountain village of Gruda to see the mills and enjoy a museums, government buildings and galleries has tasting of local ham, cheese and grappa. retained much of its old-world charm. Day 4: Cavtat (Dubrovnik). At leisure to return to Day 11: Ljubljana (Slovenia). We continue to Slovenia’s Dubrovnik’s old city or take a boat ride along the coast. medieval capital, Ljubljana. Our city tour will include a An optional tour will be offered to Montenegro. funicular ride to Ljubljana castle for a panoramic view of the old town and red-roofed houses. The afternoon is at Day 5: Ston / Mostar. We travel to Mostar, en route leisure to stroll the old town with its small shops, outdoor visiting the village of Ston with its impressive series of cafes and charming restaurants. defensive walls which surrounded and protected the city. Upon arrival in Mostar a guided tour of the city will show Day 12: Lake Bled / Ljubljana. Today’s tour at emerald- us the beautiful old town, the famous old bridge and the green Lake Bled includes a visit of Bled Castle, which Turkish section, including a visit of a Turkish home and stands on a cliff above the lake with spectacular views, the Mosque. and a “pletna" boat ride to the island where you can ring the bell at St. Mary’s Church for good luck. Day 6: Split. We head back to the coast and enjoy a scenic drive to the energetic town of Split, the second- Day 13: Postojna Caves / Venice (Jesolo). We travel to largest city in Croatia with the perfect balance of Postojna to visit the incredible Karst cave system. A tradition and modernity. minitrain takes us through this fantastic underground world of beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. We Day 7: Split. Our tour of Split features the historic inner continue toward Venice and our hotel in nearby Jesolo. city - the biggest in Dalmatia, built around a Roman Palace. We see the remnants of Split’s Roman heritage, Day 14: Venice (Jesolo). A boat ride will take us to the its Gothic structures, Jupiter’s Temple and the Peristyle. island of Venice for a guided tour of this magical city. We The afternoon is at leisure to explore this popular seaside will see St. Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s town’s dozens of cafes, restaurants and shops. Palace and more. In the afternoon we will enjoy some time at leisure to explore before we return to the mainland. Day 8: Trogir / Zadar. We visit the UNESCO Heritage Site Tonight is our Farewell Dinner. of Trogir Island - a Croatian artistic center. Scholars from all over the world gather to study and paint here, and you Day 15: Home. We fly non-stop to Toronto. will see why when you’re here. We continue to Zadar

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Lufthansa • First Class hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily, and 6 lunches • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: Baltic Adventure • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal - $4597 Latvia, Estonia • Single Supplement - $790 • Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, and Lithuania Edmonton or Vancouver - add $90

Beautifully preserved medieval towns, fascinating history, spectacular natural beauty 12 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 8 - 19 and exceptionally friendly people are just some of the reasons why the Baltic States have, in recent years, become one of the most caves on both banks of the river. Latvia’s capital, Riga, is popular destinations in Europe. also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the city is notable Our tour begins in the wonderful old medieval town of for its extensive German Art Nouveau architecture, which Tallinn, Estonia’s largest city. Situated on the northern UNESCO considers to be unparalleled anywhere in the coast of the country on the banks of the Gulf of Finland, world. In Latvia we also visit Rundale and its baroque Tallinn's old town has been designated a UNESCO World palace, one of the major tourist destinations in the region. Heritage Site. In Tallinn we will, of course, tour the historic We spend the final part of our tour in Lithuania’s beautiful sites and enjoy a day at leisure to explore on our own. capital, Vilnius. Although it is a modern city, this capital While in Estonia we also visit the National Park of has also been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site Lahemaa with its wonderful views of the rugged Baltic and was named the European Cultural Capital in 2009. Coastline, the “Summer Capital” of Parnu and the We will enjoy 3-nights in this glorious city, with its beautiful and lush Gauja Valley with its dense forests and historic synagogues, churches and impressive rolling landscape. monuments. Our city tour and a free day here will make a Our first introduction to the next country on our itinerary, wonderful finale to our tour of the Baltic States. Latvia, will be Sigulda - a uniquely beautiful preserved medieval town situated on a picturesque stretch of the ***Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able Gauja River with red sandstone forming steep cliffs and to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 66 Senior Discovery Tours latvia_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:18 PM Page 2

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Day 1: Departure. We depart for Tallinn with a change of Day 7: Jurmala / Riga. We first visit Riga Central Market, planes in Frankfurt. one of the largest markets in Europe, with farmers from all over the country offering their products. We continue Day 2: Tallinn. We arrive in Tallinn and transfer to our our tour at Riga Cathedral, a gothic pearl constructed in hotel. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner. 1211. After lunch we see Riga’s Art Nouveau district, the Day 3: Tallinn. Our city tour of Tallinn begins at the largest collection of Art Nouveau buildings in the world, Medieval Old Town. Declared as Heritage of Humanity by with facades of snaky lines and rich decoration. In the UNESCO, it is divided in three parts: Toompea (or afternoon we visit the resort town of Jurmala, well-known “Cathedral Hill”); the Old City and the City Estonia. After for its natural treasures of the sea, healthy air, curative an included lunch we go to Kadriorg, just outside the city mud, mineral water and a 33 km. long white sandy beach. centre, to see the imposing 18th century Palace of Day 8: Riga. A day at leisure in Riga. Perhaps visit one of Kadriorg, the old residence of Tsar Peter the Great, the the many museums or art galleries. current presidential palace and numerous villas and mansions of the local middle-class. Day 9: Rundale / Vilnius. We depart for Rundale and visit the Palace, constructed in 1740 in baroque style with Day 4: Open Air Museum / Lahemaa National Park / Italian inspiration by the same architect who built Saint Tallinn. Today we drive to a picturesque forest near the Petersburg. We then enter Lithuania and proceed to coast to visit the open air “Rocca-al-Mare“ Museum, a Vilnius, the capital. splendid reconstruction of an 18th century Estonian village. The museum includes many small houses and Day 10: Vilnius. Our city tour begins with a walking tour of typical wind and water mills. After lunch we continue to the historical area, which has been designated a UNESCO Lahemaa National Park, the first national park to exist in World Heritage Site and also declared the European the . The park features wonderful landscapes Cultural Capital in 2009. During our visit we will see the and Baltic seascapes. While at the park we will visit the Art Nouveau buildings, the synagogue in the centre of the Forestry Museum and Nature Interpretation Centre. Jewish community, the Cathedral of Vilnius and Peter and Paul Church. After lunch we enjoy an excursion to the Day 5: Tallinn. A free day in Tallinn to stroll the historic town and lake resort of Trakai, which was built on cobblestone streets, do some shopping and enjoy one of water and surrounded by lakes. It was declared a National the many outdoor cafes. Historic Park in 1991. Day 6: Parnu / Sigulda / Riga. We depart for Parnu on the Day 11: Vilnius. A free day in Vilnius. Apart from exploring shores of the Baltic Sea. Known as the “Summer Capital”, the historic area there is much to see and do here. Your this city comes alive in the spring and summer months Tour Manager will offer suggestions and assistance. This with visitors attracted by the sandy beaches and beautiful evening is our Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant forests that surround it. We then enter Latvia and including a traditional folk lore show. continue to the National Park of the Gauja Valley with its flowing streams, thick forests and caves. We enjoy a tour Day 12: Home. We fly home via Frankfurt. of the beautiful city of Sigulda, including a visit of Turaida Castle and the Caves of Gutmanis, where the most famous legends of Latvia’s history took place. After our visit we proceed to Riga, Latvia’s capital.

Senior Discovery Tours 67 HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Turkish Airlines • First Class & best available hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily (wine included with all dinners) • 6 lunches Georgia • All visa fees and arrangements and Armenia • All inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto or Montreal - $5997

• Single Supplement - $990 • Ottawa - add $150 (with round- trip transport to Montreal’s airport) • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $590 • Vancouver, Edmonton or Calgary - add $790

Armenia and Georgia - the world’s oldest Christian nations, are a treasure trove of 15 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 15 - 29 ancient ruins, churches and monasteries combined with centuries-old folk traditions. the breath-taking Great Mountains. Highlights Europe meets Asia in this spectacular region of the include the unique sitting isolated Caucasus Mountain range, where visitors will find on a hill surrounded by spectacular scenery, dining with spectacular scenery, excellent food and wine and a local families serving local specialties, sampling wines friendly welcome. On this tour we showcase the history from some of the world’s oldest vineyards, and wandering and natural beauty of this region. We will stroll the narrow through incredible architectural complexes, noble streets of old towns, visit ancient monasteries, view residences and amazing monasteries and churches. massive mountain ranges and meet with friendly locals. Armenia is the only country remaining from 3,000-year-old We will also visit an interesting variety of museums and a maps of Anatolia, and became the world's first Christian great selection of some of the more than 10,000 country more than 1700 years ago. It is a country of monuments, including many listed as UNESCO World beautiful mountains and valleys, and so the scenery Heritage Sites, all the while soaking up the exotic constantly changes between arid land and lush forest. atmosphere of this under-explored area. Yerevan is the capital and one of the world's oldest We begin and end in Tbilisi, Georgia - a key station on the continuously inhabited cities. We will tour the city, famous Silk Road. The Old Town is renowned for its including the Genocide Memorial and Museum and most wonderful mix of cultures which are reflected in the important monuments, visit Khor Virap Monastery with splendid Georgian architecture. The wooden houses with fantastic views of Mt. Ararat, explore medieval Haghartsin carved balconies and sulphur baths have hosted poets, in Dilijan and marvel at Lake Sevan - the largest lake in writers, musicians and kings through the centuries. Also the Lesser Caucasus mountain range. in Georgia we will discover incredible cave villages carved ** Those joining any of our tours to Asia must be able to into the side of a mountain, historical towns and of course walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 68 Senior Discovery Tours Tentative Itinerary for Georgia and Armenia Day 1: Departure. We board our flight for Istanbul. and Museum. Later we see the famous statue "Mother Day 2: Istanbul. We arrive in Istanbul and transfer to our Armenia" in Victory Park, “The Cascade” of flowers, the hotel for dinner and an overnight. Opera House and Republic Square with its huge fountain. We finish our day with a tasting at the Yerevan Brandy Day 3: Tbilisi, Georgia. We fly to Tbilisi this afternoon and Factory. upon arrival transfer to our hotel for a 3-night stay. Day 9: Zvartnotz / Echmiadzin / Tbilisi. We visit the ruins of Day 4: Tbilisi. This morning we begin touring Tbilisi - Zvartnots Temple, then continue to Echmiadzin - former capital of Georgia since the 5th century AD, and one of the capital of Armenia and now a religious centre. We will visit most important cities in the Middle East during the Middle the Cathedral founded by St. Gregory in 303 BC, and the Ages. We will visit the Old Town, Metekhi Temple, the baths, unique Church of Hripsime. Then we cross back into Georgia the main fortress, the 11th century Sioni Cathedral and the and on to Tbilisi. “Peace Bridge”. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. Day 10: Mtskheta / Gori / Uplistsikhe / Borjomi. We go to Mtskheta - Georgia’s ancient capital founded in the 2nd Day 5: Tbilisi. We continue our sightseeing of Tbilisi with a century - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll visit the 6th visit of Holy Trinity Sameba Cathedral, Freedom Square, the century Jvari Monastery and 11th century Svetitskhoveli National History Museum and the main street - Rustaveli Cathedral. On to the historical town of Gori, known for its Avenue. This evening we’ll take a funicular for wonderful huge fortress as well as being the birthplace of Stalin. We views of the city and surrounding areas. will visit the Stalin Museum then drive to Uplistsikhe - a Day 6: Haghpat / Dilijan, Armenia. We cross into Armenia cave town dating back to the 7th century BC. We then and proceed to Haghpat to visit the famous Monastery proceed to our hotel in Borjomi, in a beautiful mountain standing on a high plateau against the background of steep setting, for a 2-night stay. forest-grown slopes. Besides the Monastery there are Day 11: Vardzia / Borjomi. We first stop at the medieval churches, sepulchers, bell-towers, galleries, bridges and Khertvisi Fortress, then travel through the scenic Kura Valley other monumental structures. Later we continue to Dilijan to to Vardzia - a unique example of a Georgian Renaissance visit another famous Monastery and one of medieval town. After some time to explore we return to Borjomi. Armenia’s main cultural centres. Day 12: Mountains / Kazbegi. We travel Day 7: Lake Sevan / Garni / Geghard / Yerevan. We head on the with photo stops at the for Lake Sevan - one of the world’s highest mountain lakes spectacular viewpoints. We’ll visit the 16th century at 2000 metres above sea level. We will stop at Garni architectural complex of Ananuri, then cross the Greater Temple (Temple of the Sun), built in the 1st century soon at the Jvari Pass (2395m) before after Armenia adopted Christianity, and which became the proceeding down to fairy-tale Kazbegi for our overnight. summer residence of Armenian royalty. Lunch will be at a family home in the village of Garni - a chance to learn about Day 13: Kazbegi / Tbilisi. Kazbegi is a picturesque town set local traditions (including a demonstration of making the beneath the biggest mountain in Georgia - Mount Kazbek. delicious bread “Lavash”). Later we visit Geghard Cave We’ll visit the picturesque Gergeti Trinity Church situated on Monastery for a concert of spiritual music by the local choir, a lone hilltop surrounded by spectacular views, then enjoy before continuing to Yerevan - Armenia’s capital, for a the walk back down to Kazbegi. Lunch will be with a local 2-night stay. family, followed by an excursion with 4x4 vehicles to beautiful Sno Valley and the mountain village of Juta. Here Day 8: Khor Virap / Yerevan. We travel through the fertile we can enjoy another walk above the village for views of the Ararat Valley and visit the medieval monastery Khor Virap beautiful Chaukhi Mountains, before returning to Tbilisi. (Deep Dungeon) with its incredible view to glorious Mount Ararat. We then return to Yerevan for a city tour including Day 14: Tbilisi. A final day at leisure in Tbilisi. This evening the Matenadaran Museum which houses a unique collection is our Farewell Dinner. of 18,000 ancient manuscripts, and the Genocide Memorial Day 15: Istanbul / Home. We fly home via Istanbul.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge (direct between Toronto and Barcelona) • First Class hotels • Full buffet breakfast daily • Dinner daily with wine and local beer • Flamenco show at Cordobés • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal or Ottawa - $5197 Barcelona • Single Supplement - $1190 • Halifax - add $90 and Catalonia • Winnipeg - add $190 • Edmonton, Calgary or Vancouver - add $290

The Spanish province of Catalonia boasts a unique history, a distinct culture and its very 14 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 20 - OCTOBER 3 own language (Catalan), all of which has shaped the personality of the region and the people over the centuries (to the extent that many Catalonians see themselves as Figueres to see Dali’s museum, and an excursion to the belonging to a completely different country). resort town of Cadaques shows us the best the area has Stretching from the Pyrenees in the north to the to offer. Mediterranean in the east, Catalonia offers a diverse From Girona we travel to the charming seaside town and array of scenery and attractions including rocky coasts, old fishing village of Tossa De Mar in popular Costa Brava sandy beaches, lush plains, historic cities, tiny fishing for 2 nights, en route visiting a number of impressive villages and mountain hamlets. medieval villages and enjoying the magnificent scenery We begin with 4 nights in the vibrant city of Barcelona. which includes spectacular cliff views, azure-blue water, From Roman town to medieval trade hub, its old centre whitewashed houses and rich green coast. constitutes one of the greatest concentrations of Gothic Our tour finishes with 2 nights in Tarragona, an important architecture in Europe and is home to some of the world’s seaside city of the Roman Empire located on the most bizarre buildings. We will tour the city and enjoy an enchanting Costa Dorada, with its well-preserved excursion to the impressive jagged mountains of monuments: the aqueducts, an amphitheater and the Monserrat before travelling to the historic city of Girona Tomb of the Scipios. for a 4-night stay. Girona has a rich architectural heritage *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able and is steeped in character, with the old Jewish Quarter to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. among its major sights. A city tour of Girona, a visit to

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Tentative Itinerary for Barcelona and Catalonia

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Barcelona, a direct Day 7: Besalu / Cadaques / Girona. We first visit Besalu - non-stop flight from Toronto. a medieval town with cobbled streets and unique facades. Day 2: Barcelona. We arrive in Barcelona and transfer to Most of the buildings date from the Middle Ages, so the our hotel. The rest of the day is free until our Welcome town is designated a National Historical Site. We then Dinner this evening. continue to Cadaques, a symbolic place on the Gironese coast. Its rocky coast, fringed by beautiful beaches and Day 3: Barcelona. Barcelona is known as the capital of quiet coves is the main attraction, as well as the Catalan Art Nouveau, and is where the famous architect incredible landscape of the Cap de Creus Natural Park. Antonio Gaudi lived and worked. Our city tour will show us We tour the old town and other attractions. Gaudi’s most famous works, such as Casa Mila and Casa Batllo along the Paseo de Gracia. We will then visit the Day 8: Figueres / Winery / Girona. Our first stop is Parque Guell, which was declared an artistic monument Figueres, birthplace of artist Salvador Dali, where we visit and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next we see the Basilica the Theatre Museum - a large museum designed by Dali and Expiatory Church of the Holy Family (Sagrada himself which attracts thousands of visitors monthly. Familia), finishing our tour near the Picasso Museum Later we visit a winery for a tour and to see the historic which displays works from his blue and pink periods. Gran Claustro Cellar where wine has been produced since Tonight we enjoy a typical Catalan dinner at a local the Middle Ages. restaurant. Day 9: Girona. A day at leisure to explore the city. Day 4: Monserrat / Barcelona. We drive through Day 10: Costa Brava. We depart Girona for the beach picturesque villages to the impressive mountain of resort of Tossa de Mar in the popular coastal region of Monserrat, rising majestically to 1235 metres. We visit the Costa Brava. En route we will visit the medieval villages Royal Basilica of Monserrat, holding the famous 12th of Pals, Pubol and Begur with their spectacular cliff views. century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta Day 11: Costa Brava. A day at leisure to explore, shop, (The Black Virgin). The Basilica has been one of the most swim and enjoy the beach. important pilgrimage sites in Spain for centuries. Our dinner this evening will include a special Flamenco show Day 12: Sitges / Tarragona. We depart for Tarragona with a at Cordobés, considered one of the best Flamenco shows stop en route in Sitges, renowned for its film festival and in Spain. Carnival. We will arrive in Tarragona in time for an afternoon at leisure. Day 5: Barcelona at Leisure. At leisure in this exciting city. You will enjoy strolling on Les Ramblas - a lively and Day 13: Tarragona. Today’s tour highlights the Roman ruins colourful tree-lined pedestrian street of unique boutiques, of Tarraco, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. We cafes and street entertainers. visit the Scale Model of Roman Tarraco which shows the main monuments of this city that thrived in the 2nd century Day 6: Girona. We proceed to Girona and enjoy an AD. We will have time to stroll along the Wall of Tarragona, afternoon tour of this medieval city. We will see the (the most ancient Roman monument in the Iberian Penin- Cathedral - an excellent example of Spanish Gothic sula) and visit the Provincial Forum, where the political, architecture, and the Old Fortifications (the city wall of legal and religious life of the province developed. We finish the old town) erected in the 1st century BC. Our tour will our tour with a visit to the Praetorum Circus where chariot also highlight Girona’s Jewish history including the races took place, and the Amphitheatre that was used for Bonastruc ca Porta Centre - several restored 13th century the fights of gladiators and wild beasts. Tonight is our buildings that house the Catalan Museum of Jewish Farewell Dinner. Culture. We finish our tour with a visit to the 12th century Arab Baths. Day 14: Home. We transfer to the Barcelona airport for our flight home, direct, non-stop to Toronto.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge (direct non-stop flights between Toronto and Lisbon) • First Class and moderate hotels • Full buffet breakfast daily, 12 dinners and 2 lunches (including a special farm lunch). Wine and coffee served with all dinners and lunches. • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Grand Tour Halifax or Winnipeg - $5397 • Single Supplement - $1190 • Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton of Portugal - add $90

Once a powerful seafaring kingdom that dominated the merchant routes to Africa, 15 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 22 - OCTOBER 6 South America and the Orient, Portugal today is a relaxed country bountiful in natural beauty, historic monuments and • The picturesque “white” hilltop town of Monsaraz. fascinating culture. • Guimaraes - said to be where "Portugal was born" with a beautiful historic centre, castle and palace. Add to this the nation’s love of gastronomy and wine, and the legendary Portuguese hospitality, and you will see why • Serra de Strella Mountains - Portugal’s highest it is the ideal holiday destination. range, dotted with remote villages. Tour Highlights: • Romantic Oporto - Portugal’s 2nd largest city. • The lively historic capital city of Lisbon. • The stunning Douro River Valley with steeply terraced vineyards for producing Portugal’s famous Port wine. • The Algarve - Portugal’s finest beaches and coastline, including the capital city of Faro. • Aveiro - the “Portugese Venice” with its charming canals and colourful boats. • Moorish fishing village of Olhão and the lively market. • Coimbra - one of Portugal’s oldest cities. • The historic seaside port of Lagos. • Sintra - a picturesque hilltop retreat surrounded by • The golden-stoned university town of Evora, with its opulent palaces and country estates. Roman temple, Moorish alleys and medieval walls. • Alentejo’s expansive rural landscape and wine region. ***Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily.

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Tentative Itinerary for Grand Tour of Portugal Day 1: Departure. We depart for Lisbon. Day 8: Douro Valley / Viseu. A scenic day as we travel through Day 2: Lisbon. We arrive in Lisbon and before transferring to the beautiful Douro Valley where Portugal’s famous port wine our hotel we will have a short orientation tour of this lively is produced. We’ll see quiet towns and villages, vineyards and capital city. The afternoon is free until this evening’s clifftop castles, and learn about port wine production as we Welcome Dinner. visit a regional farm. We will also visit the magnificent gardens at the Palacio de Mateus - depicted on the label of the famous Day 3: Sintra / Cabo Da Roca / Cascais / Lisbon. We begin Mateus wine bottles. Then we continue to the historic town of with a visit of the National Palace of Queluz - a wonderful Viseu set high on a mountain plateau, for our overnight. example of Rococo architecture surrounded by beautiful gardens. We continue to Sintra for some leisure time to Day 9: Serra Da Estrela Mountain / Castelo De Vide / Evora. discover the village before continuing with a scenic drive As we cross the Tagus River valley we enjoy spectacular views along Cabo da Roca, passing popular Guincho Beach and of the Serra da Estrela Mountains, and stop at the Castelo de Boca do Inferno (“Hell’s Mouth”) - a chasm in the seaside Vide to wander the narrow alleys and the town’s Jewish cliffs near the fishing port of Cascais. quarter. We then continue to Evora in the heart of the Alentejo region for a 2-night stay. Day 4: Obidos / Coimbra. We depart for the walled city of Obidos with its whitewashed houses and flower displays. Day 10: Monsaraz / Evora. Evora is one of Portugal’s most After a walking tour there we continue to Coimbra - Portugal’s beautifully preserved medieval towns. Our walking tour will medieval capital and site of the country’s finest university for show us the 14th century walls, winding lanes, charming the past 500 years. We will see the old town, the main squares, the elaborate Cathedral, Roman temple and the cathedral, the famous arch of Almedina and Santa Clara-A- Ossuary Chapel. After a wine tasting at a traditional wine Nova Monastery with its spectacular view over the city. We cellar we continue to the fairy-tale walled village of Monsaraz overnight in Coimbra. which has preserved its distinctive centuries-old characteristics. After a walk back in time through the narrow Day 5: Sanglahos / Aveiro / Oporto. We travel to Sangalhos to streets we return to Evora. visit the Underground Museum where wine and brandy age together with a unique art collection. We will enjoy a special Day 11: Beja / Lagos / Ponta Da Peidade / Albufeira. We lunch at the museum before we proceed to Aveiro - known as depart for Beja in the Alentejo region for some time to discover the “Portuguese Venice” due to its colourful gondola-shaped the town before continuing to Ponta da Piedade, known for its boats, natural lagoons, elegant 19th Century architecture and rugged sandstone cliffs and rock pinnacles. We will also visit traditional cobblestone passageways. We will see the old fish the resort town of Lagos before we proceed to the resort town market and enjoy a scenic cruise during which we will taste of Albufeira for a 2-night stay. the heavenly “Ovos Moles” - the local sweet delicacy. We then Day 12: Olhão / Faro / Albufeira. Today we visit the typical continue to the Oporto region for a 3-night stay. Moorish fishing village of Olhão where we will see the lively Day 6: Oporto. Oporto is the country’s second-largest city, fruit and vegetable market, then on to Faro - Algarve’s capital, dramatically situated at the mouth of the Rio Douro, rich in where we will visit the old walled town and the Cathedral. medieval relics, soaring bell towers, extravagant baroque Day 13: Setubal / Arrabida / Lisbon. We first stop at the churches and stately beaux-arts buildings all piled on top of important fisherman’s port of Setubal, before proceeding one another. Our city tour will include São Francisco Church, through the picturesque Arrabida Mountains to Lisbon, for a the Stock Exchange Palace and a stroll through the historic 2-night stay. Ribeira quarter - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We finish Day 14: Lisbon. Our tour of Lisbon will show us the historic with a lovely cruise along the river to enjoy the city from a district of Alfama, the Belem district with its magnificent different vantage point. monuments, Jeronimos Monastery, the Monument of the Day 7: Guimarães / Wine Region / Oporto. Today we visit Discoveries and the Belem Tower. After a visit of the Monastery Guimarães to discover the old town and view the impressive we will enjoy a tasting of the famous Belém custard tart. This castle. We continue to the Aveleda vineyards in Penafiel for an evening is our Farewell Dinner. introduction to the famous regional “Vinho Verde” (green wine), Day 15: Home. We fly home, direct to Toronto. to see the production process and of course enjoy a taste. Senior Discovery Tours 73 s&p_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:21 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada (to Madrid) and Air Canada Rouge (from Lisbon). Direct non-stop flights to and from Toronto. • First Class hotels • Full buffet breakfast daily • Dinner daily with local wine • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal or Ottawa ... $5497

• Single Supplement - $1190 Highlights of All gateways fly each way via Toronto • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $190 • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver Spain & Portugal - add $290

On this holiday we visit many of the great cities and sightseeing highlights of Spain and 16 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019 Portugal, with time to enjoy the seaside and sunshine at each country’s prime resort areas. SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 8 These two hospitable countries are rich in historical sites OCTOBER 6 - 21 and architecture, fine food and wine, spectacular landscapes, dramatic shorelines and beautiful beaches. We will experience all of this at a leisurely pace, keeping In Portugal we discover why visitors return again and our overnight stopovers to a minimum. again. We see the magnificent coastal scenery of the Algarve, the gentle Monchique mountains, old churches, First, we discover the magic of Spain including the parks castles and cathedrals, picturesque fishing villages, olive and gardens of Madrid, the Gothic Cathedral of Cordoba, groves and vineyards. We spend some time in Evora, one the amazing Alhambra Palace in Granada, the British of Portugal’s most beautiful and historic cities, before colony of Gibraltar, the lovely mountain town of Ronda and finishing off with touring in the historic old capital, the lively atmosphere of Spain's old capital, Seville. We Lisbon. also enjoy some relaxation in Torremolinos, Spain's most popular Mediterranean resort. ***Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily.

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Tentative Itinerary for Spain and Portugal

Day 1: Depart. We depart for Madrid. want to enjoy a pint in a typical English pub before we return to Torremolinos. Day 2: Madrid. We arrive in Madrid and transfer to our hotel. This evening is our Welcome Dinner. Day 10: Ronda / Seville. This morning we visit Ronda, which has an unforgettable setting - perched over a rocky Day 3: Madrid. On our morning city tour we start at the Puerto Del Sol old quarter, with its narrow winding streets, 300’ deep ravine spanned by three bridges. We see the many bars and cafes, colourful squares, churches and oldest bullring in Spain, the gardens and the church, historic monuments. We then tour modern Madrid with it’s which was once a mosque. We continue to the beautiful boldly designed avant-garde buildings, crowned by the and lively city of Seville. “Gate to Europe” towers. We visit the Royal Palace, a fine Day 11: Seville / Algarve (Portugal). The romantic city of example of 18th century neo-classical architecture. Seville was influenced by the Moors who occupied the area Afternoon at leisure to explore this lively city on your own. for 700 years. A fine example of their heritage is the Tonight we enjoy a Tapas dinner - a specialty of Spain. Giralda Tower. We also see the Alcazar, Gothic Cathedral and the fountains of Maria Lusia Park. Later we enter Day 4: Toledo. We travel south to the walled city of Toledo. Here we see the Gothic cathedral, centuries old synagogue Portugal and the country's famed coastal area, the and the Church of Saint Tome with its El Greco paintings. Algarve, for a 3-night stay. The Algarve features sandy This small charming city is delightful for strolling. beaches that stretch for miles, and impressive cliffs and rock formations. Day 5: Cordoba. We proceed to Cordoba. After arrival, the balance of the day is at leisure. Day 12: Lagos and Sagres. We begin in Lagos where we see the beautiful church and castle walls. Then we Day 6: Cordoba / Granada. On our tour of Cordoba we see proceed to Sagres, where Portuguese explorers learned the magnificent 8th century mosque supported by their navigational skills. We finish off in Cape St. Vincent hundreds of columns of marble and onyx, and illuminated - the westernmost point in Europe. by 4,000 bronze and copper lamps. Around the mosque are the tiny shops and historic buildings of the old Jewish Day 13: Typical Moorish Villages. Our first stop today is quarter. After our tour we drive through the Andalusian Alte - considered the Algarve’s most picturesque countryside, enjoying the spectacular views of the Sierra village. We will stroll the narrow flowery streets and see Nevada Mountains, to Granada. the 16th century church. There are several natural hot springs here. Later we will also stop at some other quiet Day 7: Granada / Torremolinos (Costa Del Sol). In hill towns and villages in the region. Granada this morning we visit the famous Alhambra Palace, Spain's most beautiful Moorish building and Day 14: Evora / Lisbon. We proceed to Evora, a beautiful former residence of Moorish Kings. It has imposing towers city where Portugal’s Golden Age lives on. Our walking and halls, rooms decorated with lace-like carvings, tour shows us the Roman Temple and wall, the Gothic coloured tiles and gold mosaics. The exterior has Cathedral, the Aqueduct and more. Evora is on UNESCO’s courtyards with fountains and lush gardens. It is Heritage List. After our tour we continue to Lisbon. unparalleled in Europe. After our tour we continue on to Day 15: Lisbon. Our city tour begins in Belem, to see the the lively resort town of Torremolinos. highly ornate Jeronimos Monastery - historically associated with early explorers and a symbol of Portugal’s power Day 8: Torremolinos. At leisure to enjoy the sun, beach and the lively boardwalk along the . during the “Age of Discovery”. We will see Belem Tower and the monument to Henry the Navigator followed by a Day 9: Gibraltar / Torremolinos. We take an excursion to tasting of the famous “Pasteis de Belem” custard tarts. Gibraltar. “The Rock”, as it is commonly called, remains Afternoon at leisure, followed by our Farewell Dinner. very British. On our tour we will see St. Michael’s Cave, the Ape’s Cave and more. During our free time you may Day 16: Home. We fly home from Lisbon. Senior Discovery Tours 75 grkisles_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:14 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge • First Class hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily, 4 lunches • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: Magical Islands • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal of Greece or Halifax - $6397 • Single Supplement - $1490 • Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton or Winnipeg - add $90

• Athens • Mykonos • Crete • Santorini The charm of the Greek Islands has fascinated visitors for 16 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 4 many years. On this tour we start in Athens, with its historical treasures, vibrant culture and celebrated monuments (out of Athens we also enjoy a day cruise and are stunning views of the harbour, coastline and the an excursion to classical Delphi). Then we visit three of neighboring islands. One of the great pleasures is to the most popular islands in Greece. wander the cobblestone streets, browse through the craft shops and arrive at the western edge of town to watch the Mykonos is a delightful port with winding cobble-stoned sun bathe the harbour and sea in a magenta glow. Mules streets, white washed houses and picturesque churches. are used as transport to and from the harbour. Its famous windmills look glorious against the backdrop of the blue Aegean Sea and sandy beaches. Everything is Crete is the largest Greek island, and its attractions are on the waterfront: shops, cafes and tavernas. Sit a while many - mosques, monasteries, gorges, grottoes, beaches in a taverna, sip the local Ouzo and watch the sunset ... and wonderful mountain scenery. The walled capital city heaven! of Heraklion is just 3 miles from the restored ruins of the 5,000 year old Minoan Palace of Knossos, believed to be Santorini is known for its high cliffs, black volcanic sand the site of the mythical labyrinth of King Minos. Heraklion beaches and spectacular landscapes formed by centuries also has one of the finest archaelogical museums in of volcanic activity. The main town of Fira sits atop a cliff Greece. There are coastal fishing communities and rustic edge which plunges almost 900 ft. to the sea. The farming settlements in the hills. This diversity makes for island's cafes and shops line the streets of the town, and an interesting and lively stay. the white houses with distinctive blue doors spread down to the long, black beaches. From the west end of town there *** Those joining any of our European tours must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 76 Senior Discovery Tours grkisles_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:14 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Greek Islands

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Athens, a direct non-stop Day 8: Crete. Today we will enjoy a full day tour of the flight from Toronto. countryside which will take us past vineyards and olive groves to Gortys - the old Greek and Roman town with Day 2: Athens. We arrive in Athens and transfer to our ruins of Saint Titus Church. Then on to Phaestos for a visit hotel, located in the heart of Athens within walking of the Minoan Palace and for the beautiful view over the distance of The Plaka - the oldest section of Athens with Messara Plain and Ida Mountain. churches, shops, cafes and ruins of ancient temples. It is a safe and delightful area to explore. Day 9: Santorini. We ferry over to the dramatic island of Santorini and transfer to our hotel. Day 3: Athens. On our full day tour of Athens we see wonders known around the world - Hadrian's Arch, the Days 10 & 11: Santorini. Two days at leisure to explore the Temple of Zeus, the Stadium, Tomb of the Unknown town at your own pace. See the Orthodox Cathedral, now a Soldier, the former Royal Palace and the government Byzantine museum, and marvel at the dazzling white buildings. The highlight will be the Acropolis and houses topped with blue domes. Parthenon. Lunch will be at a typical taverna. Day 12: Mykonos. We ferry to Mykonos for 3-night stay. Day 4: Delphi / Athens. Our full day tour to Delphi begins Enjoy the facilities of our resort hotel and beach, stroll with a drive into the mountains for a visit to Arahova, into the quaint village or perhaps take the local bus to known for its colourful rugs and carpets. We then proceed explore the small churches, chapels, glittering white to Delphi, once known as the centre of the world. Here we houses, arcades and narrow streets. visit the temple of the Greek God Apollo, a beautiful site which evokes the classical past of this area. Those who Day 13: Mykonos. This morning we will have an wish may climb to the top of the theatre for incredible orientation of Mykonos, including the beautiful esplanade views of the countryside. lined with cafes and outdoor terraces overlooking the busy harbour. Day 5: Cruise / Athens. We cruise to the Saronic Islands via Aegina, a busy port in antiquity and today a tranquil Day 14: Mykonos. Our tour today takes us to the island of resort. We continue on to Paros where we will enjoy a stroll Delos - birthplace of the legendary Gods Apollo and by its enchanting little harbour, and then the quaint, Artemis. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Delos is one of colourful harbour of Hydra. Lunch is included. We return to the most important mythological, historical, and Athens for our overnight. archaeological sites in Greece.

Day 6: Crete. We fly to Crete and transfer to our hotel. Day 15: Athens. We fly to Athens for some time at leisure The remainder of the day is at your leisure. to further explore the Plaka or revisit one or more of the many attractions. Tonight is our Farewell Dinner. Day 7: Crete. Today’s excursion will include a visit to the Palace of Knossos - the largest Bronze Age archaeological Day 16: Home. We fly home, direct non-stop to Toronto. site on Crete that has been named Europe's oldest city at various points in history. We then visit the town of Heraklion and the Archaeological Museum, showcasing the most notable and complete collection of artefacts of the Minoan civilization of Crete.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge • First Class hotels (moderate hotels while on the coach tour) • First Class cruise, including unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages • Enriched continental breakfast and dinner daily, plus 4 lunches during the cruise • 3 shore excursions during the cruise • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $6797

• Single Supplement - $1290 • Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Edmonton Glorious Greece or Winnipeg - add $90 • Calgary or Vancouver - add $190

• 4 night cruise including 3 shore excursions • Athens • Classical Coach Tour 15 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019 • 3 nights Mykonos SEPTEMBER 27 - OCTOBER 11 Home of mythological gods and archaeological delights, OCTOBER 4 - 18 Greece has delighted visitors for decades. It may be the history, mild climate and magnificent scenery that attracts you, but it’s the friendly people who will make you fleet. These are smaller and less formal ships, ideal for want to return. cruising around the islands yet more than well equipped for your comfort. Celestyal ships have bright and welcoming Our holiday begins in the vibrant capital city of Athens, public rooms, various bars and lounges, a casino, movie known for its fantastic museums and archaeological theatre, library, boutiques and plenty of deck space. The sites. Our touring will include the Acropolis and entertainment programme includes shows, special events Parthenon, and there will be some time at leisure to enjoy and music and dancing nightly. Dining on board is the many museums, cafes and shopping in “The Plaka”. always a treat, as the team of expert chefs are eager to After our initial stay in Athens we will embark on a 4-day please with their wide array of international specialties. “Classical Coach Tour” taking in the major historic sites Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are of Delphi, Kalambaka, Nafplion, Mycenae and Meteora. included and available all day. For this cruise we have all Next, we enjoy three nights on the island of Mykonos, outside cabins that are bright and comfortable, equipped considered one of the most beautiful and popular islands with climate control, audio music channel, phone and in Greece, with its trademark windmills, glittering white private bathroom (shower only). A special feature of our houses, cobblestoned streets and lively atmosphere. program is that we have included shore excursions on 3 of A highlight of our tour will be our 4-night Greek Island the most interesting and beautiful islands. cruise aboard one of the ships in the Celestyal Cruises *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 78 Senior Discovery Tours grkodsy_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:13 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Glorious Greece

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Athens. Day 11: Mykonos / Cruising. We embark on our 4-day cruise. Day 2: Athens. We arrive in Athens and transfer to our Day 12: Cruising / Kusadasi / Patmos. We cruise to hotel. The rest of the day is free until our Welcome Dinner. Kusadasi (Turkey), a resort town on the Turkish Riviera. Our included excursion will be to the incredible white-marble Day 3: Athens. On our city tour we will see Hadrian's Arch, ruins at Ephesus, once the capital of the Roman's province the Stadium, Temple of Zeus and the former Royal Palace. of Asia. Here the Temple of Diana was counted among the The highlight will be the Acropolis and the incredible Seven Wonders of the World, and St. Paul wrote his most Parthenon. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to explore profound epistles here. A white marble avenue (the the Plaka or revisit one of the many attractions. Arcadian Way) stretches through the city, with ruins of once Day 4: Meteora / Kalambaka. Our Classical Coach Tour great buildings such as the Library of Celsius and the begins with the striking scenery of Meteora - its ageless Temple of Hadrian. The ancient public latrines provide monasteries perched atop massive rocks that appear to be some humour! We then sail to the “Holy Island” of Patmos suspended in mid-air. We will see exquisite Byzantine art (this was an important Christina pilgrimage site). You may before continuing to Kalambaka, located at the foot of an wish to join an optional excursion or explore on your own. amazing rock complex. Day 13: Cruising / Rhodes. Our included excursion begins Day 5: Delphi. We proceed through the mountains to Delphi, with a walking tour of the old walled city of Rhodes with its once known as the “centre of the world” and home to The medieval buildings, winding alleys, towers, turrets and the Oracle - an area rich in archaeological treasures and impressive Grand Master’s Palace. A highlight is the Street mythology. We will see the Treasure of Athenians, site of The of the Knights - residences of the Knights of Rhodes. Then Oracle, the Theatre and the Stadium. we proceed to ancient Lindos, where we see the old Day 6: Olympia. Today we will enjoy the scenic drive along captains’ mansions, and ascend to the Acropolis of Lindos the picturesque coastline of Corinth Bay, with views of the - site of the ancient Temple of Athena, built in 300 BC. Peloponnese Mountains in the distance. After a photo stop Day 14: Cruising / Crete / Santorini. This morning we visit at Rio-Antirrio Bridge we continue to Olympia where we Crete, largest of the islands and home of the 4,000 year-old visit the Temple of Zeus and Hera, the Stadium, the Minoan Empire. On our included excursion we discover the museum featuring Hermes of Praxiteles and the site of the proud Venetian heritage of Heraklion - the Koules Fortress first Olympic Games held in 776 BC. (the stronghold overlooking the Heraklion harbour), the Day 7: Mycenae / Nafplion / Epidaurus / Athens. We Venetian Loggia (the 17th century administrative and proceed to Mycenae, where we visit the Lion’s Gate, the social center), the harmonious Morozini Fountain and the Cyclopean Walls and the Royal Tombs. Then we continue to 10th century Church of St. Titus. We then venture into the the seaside town of Nafplion for a brief visit before wonderful open-air museum of the Palace of Knossos, proceeding to Epidaurus to see the ancient theatre - considered Europe’s oldest city, and experience the famous for its astonishing acoustics. Later we make our incredible world of the legendary Minoan civilization. way back to Athens for our overnight. We then cruise to Santorini, noted for its dramatic volcanic Day 8: Mykonos. We take the ferry to Mykonos for our landscapes with sheer black cliffs surrounding a fantastic 3-night stay. Afternoon at leisure. cauldron-shape bay. The island is small and therefore easy to explore on foot, or you may take an optional excursion to Days 9 and 10: Mykonos. Two free days to enjoy our resort picturesque Oia Village, en route taking in the breathtaking hotel, stroll along the beach or explore the village’s small views of the Aegean Sea. There will be time to explore the churches and shops along the cobblestone streets. The village with its cobble-stone streets and blue shuttered island’s landmark windmills are everywhere and the white washed houses. This evening is our Farewell Dinner. esplanade along the small harbour is lined with quaint cafes and outdoor patios. Day 15: Athens / Home. We disembark our ship, transfer to the Athens airport and fly home.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada (direct flights between Toronto and Tel Aviv) • First Class and moderate hotels • Buffet breakfast and dinner daily, 2 lunches • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, Israel from Toronto - $6997 • Single Supplement - $2190 • Ottawa or Montreal - add $90 The Holy Land • Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $290

Israel is a small country, with the sea on one side and the desert on the other, but never has 14 DAYS • NOVEMBER 4 -17 such a small place meant so much to so many.

To millions of Jews, Christians and Muslims this is the A highlight of our visit here will be the Golden City of Holy Land where King David ruled, Jesus died and Jerusalem, sacred to Christians, Jews and Muslims alike. visited. As we visit places we’ve heard about With all of the excavations of the past few years, the City all our lives, and see the ruins scattered throughout the of Peace has never looked more awe-inspiring. country by the Greeks, Romans, Crusaders and Turks, we We will also spend time in vibrant Tel Aviv, the beautiful will be thrilled by the depth of history we encounter. Golan Heights and Sea of Galilee, mystic Safed, historic Israel today is a modern, progressive country where Nazareth and Bethlehem, dramatic cliff-top Masada and English is spoken everywhere. The warm, friendly people the buoyant Dead Sea. Also included in our tour will be have come to Israel from over 100 countries, producing a some unique experiences to connect with the local people potpourri of custom and dress that is reflected in the and various cultures as we enjoy a Shabbat dinner in panorama of everyday life. Jerusalem, have lunch with a Druze family, take part in hospitality and see a lively folklore show. These diverse cultures and beliefs co-exist in a land full of scenic contrasts. There are mountains, subtropical There will also be the opportunity (optional) to volunteer valleys, lovely beaches, fertile farmland and arid deserts. at a local charity that provides food for those in need. Furthermore, everywhere you look there is the abundance ***Those participating in any of our tours to Europe or the of flowers that Israel is renowned for. Middle East must be able to walk fairly long distances.

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Tentative Itinerary for Israel - The Holy Land Day 1: Depart. We depart for Tel Aviv on our direct non-stop Day 8: Bethlehem / Jerusalem. We first visit Bethlehem flight from Toronto. and the Church of the Nativity where pilgrims have come for centuries. Then we visit the Israel Museum and the Day 2: Tel Aviv. We arrive in Tel Aviv and proceed on a brief Shrine of the Book that houses the Dead Sea Scrolls. orientation of the city with a stop at Sarona Market. The rest of the day is at leisure until this evening’s Welcome Day 9: Jerusalem. Our tour of Jerusalem's Old City begins Dinner. at the Mount of Olives for spectacular views over the city. We visit the Garden of Gethsemane, Church of All Nations, Day 3: Tel Aviv. Our city tour shows us modern Tel Aviv and Mt. Zion to see the room of The Last Supper and Tomb of its lovely seafront promenade. Included is a visit of the King David. We will walk through the winding streets to Museum of Diaspora - a multi-media depiction of the David's Tower, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the history of the Jewish people. “Wailing Wall” and the Via Dolorosa (His path to the Day 4: Caesarea / Druze Village / Haifa / Tiberias. Today crucifixion). There will be free time to shop in the Old City we explore Caesarea, the Roman capital of Judea for 600 bazaars or relax at one of the many coffee houses. years and now an important archaeological site, where we Day 10: Jerusalem. Further touring of Jerusalem brings us see the remains of the Roman Amphitheatre, aqueduct, to the Hadassah complex to view the impressive Chagall hippodrome and the Crusader's City. We then visit a Druze Windows. We then continue to visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s village to learn about this unique minority and experience Holocaust memorial and museum, where we will walk their traditional hospitality in a family home. After our visit along the Avenue of the Righteous and see the Children's we depart for Haifa - Israel's largest port, where we stop Pavilion. On the way back to the hotel we will drive through for a view of the famous Bahai Gardens and Shrine, and the Mea Shearim for a glimpse of the ultra-orthodox area. the Carmelite Church of Stella Maris where the prophet Elisha is said to be buried. We continue to Tiberias for a 3- Day 11: Massada / Dead Sea. We drive through the Jordan night stay. valley to the Dead Sea, passing Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found, and follow the shores of the Dead Day 5: Sea of Galilee / Capernaum / Tiberias. We take a Sea to Masada. It was here at the site of Herod the Great's boat ride on the Sea of Galilee and see the Mount of Palace that the Jewish Zealots held off the Roman army for Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered three significant three years before committing mass suicide. We ascend by speeches. We stop at Capernaum where Jesus stayed cable car to tour the ruins and take in the breathtaking during his ministry, and then Tabgha to visit the church, views. After our visit we continue to our Dead Sea hotel for mosaics and site of the "bread and fishes" miracle. This a relaxing dip and perhaps a regenerative mud bath! evening we will see (and participate in) a cultural dance demonstration Day 12: Ramon Crater / Bedouin Hospitality / Tel Aviv. We first stop at the huge and beautiful Ramon Crater, a Day 6: Golan Heights / Tiberias. Today we ascend Mt. unique geological formation. Then we enjoy Bedouin Bental for a panoramic view of the Golan Heights. We will hospitably with a hosted lunch and a chance to learn more visit the city of Qazrin, enjoy a wine tasting at the Golan about this unique desert-dwelling Arab tribe. An optional Heights Winery and visit the modern olive oil mill to learn camel ride is available, before we continue to Tel Aviv. about skin care products made of this Mediterranean culinary staple. Day 13: Jaffa / Tel Aviv. This morning we visit old Jaffa for a walk through the ancient streets, the restored artist's Day 7: Nazareth / Jerusalem. Our first stop is Nazareth quarter, the central plaza and the Franciscan Monastery of (where Jesus spent his boyhood) to visit the Basilica of the St. Peter. The afternoon is free until our Farewell Dinner Annunciation and Joseph's Workshop. We then proceed to this evening. Jerusalem for a 4-night stay. This evening we enjoy a special “Shabbat” evening, including a festive homemade Day 14: Home. We transfer to the airport for our direct, Shabbat dinner and ceremony, hosted by a Jewish family. non-stop flight back to Canada.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada (all gateways fly via Montreal) • DeLuxe and First Class hotels (including early check-in upon arrival) • Full breakfast and dinner daily • Mineral water, tea and coffee with all Magnificent dinners • All inclusions listed on the inside cover Morocco COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa or Halifax Depart October 7 - $4597 Depart October 16 - $4497

• Single Supplement - $790 • Winnipeg, Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton - add $190

On this tour we will explore the fascinating sites and sounds of Morocco. 15 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019 This ancient kingdom is where Africa meets Europe, and OCTOBER 7 - 21 so this is a land of cultural and scenic contrasts with OCTOBER 16 - 30 exotic old-world charm that delights every visitor. We will see medieval walled cities rich in culture and history, with palaces, mosques and local markets. Our tour will take in all the country’s highlights as we The Moroccan people form a vital part of the country’s visit romantic Casablanca, imperial Marrakech, the oasis attraction. Here, the traditions of a rich culture live on in of the Ourika Valley, the impressive Atlas Mountains, the the dress, food, customs, festivities and the way in which desert plateau of Ouarzazate, the sand dunes of visitors are received. Famous for their hospitality and Merzouga, the historical city of Meknes, the spiritual friendliness, Moroccans still welcome strangers centre of Fez, cosmopolitan Tangier and the Royal City of according to age-old codes of ceremony. The best place Rabat. The wonderful scenery along the way includes for people watching is the markets, where the shopping is snow-capped mountain peaks, deserts with sand dunes colourful in both the wares available and also the crowds and beautiful fertile valleys. in the local bazaars with acrobats, snake charmers, water Join us and discover all the enchantment Morocco has to sellers and the occasional camel vying for your attention. offer. *** This tour is recommended only for the fit and active traveller. 82 Senior Discovery Tours morocco_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:18 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Morocco Day 1: Departure. We depart for Casablanca with a change of the mosque’s minarets. From their workshops in the back of planes in Montreal. alleys potters, charcoal burners, goldsmiths and weavers Day 2: Casablanca. We arrive in Casablanca and transfer still practice their ancient trades. The Jewish Quarter here to our hotel. The rest of the day is free. has long had a reputation for producing the finest ironwork in the country. On our full-day tour you will see the Medina Day 3: Casablanca / Rabat. Our morning tour of (a UNESCO World Heritage site), the Najjarine Fountain, the Casablanca, Morocco’s largest city, begins at the old Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, the Karaouine Mosque and more. Medina - a labyrinth of streets, barbers, butchers, ironmongers and grocers. Nearby is majestic Mohammed V Day 8: Erfoud. We travel to the town of Erfoud, built by the Square with its combination of French and Moorish French and known for its red sand buildings that contrast architecture. We also see the Royal Palace and the famous with the surrounding desert. We stop for lunch in Midelt in and stunning Hassan II Mosque situated directly on the the Atlas Mountains with wonderful landscape views. Atlantic Ocean - the third largest mosque in the world. Day 9: Merzouga / Boulmane. We proceed to Merzouga and After our tour we travel to Morocco’s capital - Rabat, the its famous sand dunes, some of which are 160 metres seat of the Royal Family. It is home to many palaces, high. We see the vast dunes first hand during a 4x4 mosques and parks. Our city tour will show us the imposing expedition. Then we continue to Boulmane, en-route visiting exterior of the Royal Palace - official residence of King the magnificent Todgha Canyons and marvel at the carved Mohamed VI, the Royal Mausoleum of Sultan Mohammed V out cliff-sided canyons with sheer rock walls. - the man who led Morocco to independence, and the Day 10: Ouarzazate. We travel to Ouarzazate on the edge of exquisite Hassan Tower. the mighty Sahara - an ancient garrison town made Day 4: Tangier. We depart for Tangier, a cosmopolitan city famous when the film Lawrence of Arabia was filmed combining all of its historical inhabitants - Phoenician, nearby. We travel through the Dades Valley, or “Valley of Romans, Vandals, Berbers, , Portuguese, Spanish, One Thousand Kasbahs”. We also visit Taourirt - one of British and French. Our tour of the old city shows us the Morocco’s most beautiful Kasbahs. crowded Souks where traditional products are made and Day 11: Marrakech. We first visit Ait Ben Haddou, a 16th sold, then through the archway to the walled Medina - a century UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco’s medieval world of narrow lanes leading to the lively bazaars. best preserved and spectacular Kasbahs. Then we proceed Day 5: Chefchaouen / Meknes. We proceed to the mountain to Marrakech via the Tichka Pass, Morocco’s highest road city of Chefchaouen, known as the “Blue City”. It is famous pass. The views of the High Atlas Mountains interspersed for the old Medina, houses with blue doors, wrought iron with small Berber villages typical of the region are windows and tile roofs. The local markets are animated breathtaking. with traditionally dressed locals and colourful goods. After Day 12: Marrakech. The 1000-year-old “Red City” of our tour we continue to Meknes. Marrakech is drenched in culture and history. Our full-day Day 6: Meknes / Volubilis / Fez. Like a mirage looming up tour includes the Mejorelle Gardens, the Saadian Tombs, El out of the rock in the countryside, the former royal city of Bahia Palace, the Dar Si Said Museum and the Medina. At Meknes is yet another unexpected delight of Morocco. This Djemaa El Fna Square we see snake charmers, acrobats beautiful city has old city walls, monumental gates and and scribes writing letters for the illiterate. palatial ruins. We visit the city walls, the Royal stables and Day 13: Ourika Valley / Marrakech. We travel to the Ourika the intricate Bab Al Mansour Gates. We then visit the Valley, enjoying views of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains remarkable ancient Roman ruin of Volubilis, (a UNESCO and tiny villages clinging to the steep hillsides, with World Heritage Site), before proceeding to Fez. waterfalls and rocky landscapes merging with the desert. A maze of stone and marble surrounded by Day 7: Fez. Day 14: Casablanca. We travel back to Casablanca. The orchards, Fez is the spiritual centre of Morocco. The old afternoon is free to explore until tonight’s Farewell Dinner. town’s maze of alleys, houses and shops sit in the shadow Day 15: Home. We fly home via Montreal. Senior Discovery Tours 83 yangtze_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:26 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • All airfare. Trans-Pacific carrier is Air Canada with direct flights from Toronto and Vancouver China • Deluxe and First Class hotels • Full breakfast, lunch and dinner daily (except and Hong Kong for 2 dinners and 2 lunches while in Hong Kong). Meals are both Chinese and Western. Featuring a • Deluxe Yangtze cruise in outside cabins with balcony, including: Yangtze River Cruise • Complimentary Wi-Fi, • Complimentary daily Happy Hour • Complimentary beer and wine with dinner • Visa fees and arrangements • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $8797

• Single Supplement - $1790 • Ottawa, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton or Winnipeg - add $190 • Halifax add $290 • Vancouver deduct $150

With one of the world’s oldest civilizations, as well as a host of breathtaking modern • 21 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 9 - 29 wonders, China has emerged as one of the most intriguing countries to visit in the world. Sites such as The Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, the clay Our trip concludes in Hong Kong, a city where the “east warriors of Xian and the Li River offer travellers a diverse truly meets the west”. Boasting perhaps the most set of experiences from extravagant architecture, to magnificent skyline in the world, Hong Kong delightfully historical wonders and of course magnificent landscapes balances modernity with Chinese traditions. You will enjoy and natural beauty. the brightly lit stalls in the open air markets, the scenic harbour and the never ending supply of unique arts and This tour offers an abundance of truly once-in-a-lifetime crafts shops. opportunities in this wonderful and mysterious land. Included is a 3-day cruise in a state-of-the-art deluxe As well as one of our experienced Tour Managers, we will cruise ship along the gorgeous Yangtze River - the longest have local guides giving comprehensive commentary on river in Asia. The cruise will feature the incredible Three all the places we visit. Gorges - perhaps the most spectacular natural wonders in *** Those joining any of our tours to Asia must be able to China. Each cabin on our ship has its own private walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. balcony, which will allow you to view the beautiful Yangtze River and its surroundings at your leisure.

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Tentative Itinerary for China and Hong Kong Day 1: Depart. We depart on our direct flight to Beijing streams shaded by willow trees, houses with attractive Day 2: Beijing. We arrive in Beijing, China’s political and courtyards and unique old bridges. In the afternoon we visit the cultural centre, and transfer to our hotel. impressive Shanghai Museum featuring ancient arts. Day 3: Beijing. We begin with a Trishaw Tour along the old lanes Day 12: Shanghai / Yangtze Cruise. A morning at leisure in of Beijing Hutong, followed by lunch with a local family (they will Shanghai before we fly to Yichang and board our deluxe ship for use fresh meat and produce bought at the market that we visit our Yangtze River Cruise. during the tour). Later we stroll through Tiananmen Square Day 13: Yangtze River Cruise. This morning we visit the site of where Mao Tse Tung first raised the flag of the People’s Republic. the massive new Yangtze Dam, which will raise the water level We visit the Forbidden City, former home of the Emperors, now a by more than 200 metres. Then we sail through the Three Gorges vast museum housing priceless treasures of China’s past. This ship locks and enter the Xiling Gorge, passing areas with evening we enjoy a Peking Duck dinner at a local restaurant. intriguing names such as “Precious Sword Gorge”, “Military Day 4: The Great Wall. The Great Wall is one of the Great Books”, “Ox Liver” and “Horse Lung Gorge”. Wonders of the World. Built over 2,000 years ago, it snakes its Day 14: Yangtze River Cruise. We pass through Wu Gorge, way across the mountains for 3,600 miles. After a stroll on the known for its deep valleys and quiet beauty. The “Twelve Peaks” Great Wall we return to Beijing to see the National Stadium lining the banks of Wu Gorge have been admired by visitors for (Bird’s Nest of the Olympic games) and to visit the Temple of centuries. At Wushan we disembark to explore the Three Small Heaven. This evening we enjoy a Kungfu Martial Arts Show. Gorges, whose magnificent scenery includes steep cliffs, jagged Day 5: Xian. We fly to Xian, once the largest city in the world. mountain peaks, sparkling waterfalls and terraced landscapes. Tonight enjoy a spectacular performance of Tang Dynasty dances. Rejoining the ship we enter the final gorge, Qutang, considered the most spectacular with cliffs rising to 1,000 metres. Day 6: Xian. Today we see an incredible sight - the Buried Sculpture Legend of Qin Shi Huang. For his protection in the Day 15: Yangtze River Cruise. We enjoy a shore excursion in after-life this emperor of 2,200 years ago buried with him 6,000 Shibaozhai, to see its impressive wooden pagoda appropriately life-sized clay figures of warriors and horses. This amazing named “The Pearl of the Yangtze”. Sit back and enjoy the river archaeological find was uncovered just 40 years ago. Touring scenes as we continue up the Yangtze in the afternoon. continues with the Bell Tower and the Great Mosque. Tonight is a Day 16: Chongoing / Guilin. We disembark and tour historic special dumpling dinner. Chongqing, visiting the People’s Hall and zoo. Later we fly to Day 7: Xian / Hangzhou. After a morning at leisure we fly to Guilin, an artist’s paradise with limestone pinnacles, mist Hangzhou. The city curves along lovely West Lake, with graceful enshrouded rocks and mountains. For centuries this region has pagodas dotting the shore. been the subject of countless Chinese paintings and poetry. On the way to the hotel we will tour the city and Elephant Trunk Hill. Day 8: Hangzhou. We begin with a cruise on tranquil West Lake and a stroll among lakeside pagodas and gardens. We then visit Day 17: Guilin. Today is a highlight of our tour - a scenic boat a tea village where you can help the farmers with their harvest, trip down the Li River - breathtaking scenery, traditional farm see how tea is dried then served in a formal tea ceremony. Later settings and misty mountains rising from the river banks. Our we visit the 4th-century Lingyin Temple, a monastery that cruise ends at the colourful market town of Yangshou where we houses a 60-foot wooden statue of the Buddha. can do some shopping. Before returning to Guilin we’ll visit the area’s most beautiful caves including the Crystal Grotto. Day 9: Hangzhou / Shanghai. This morning we visit the fascinating Traditional Medicine Museum, which houses Day 18: Hong Kong. We fly to Hong Kong. Afternoon at leisure. hundreds of odd objects related to traditional Chinese remedies. Day 19: Hong Kong. We begin at Aberdeen, a fishing colony at Later we board the bullet train for a scenic journey to Shanghai. the foot of skyscrapers where thousands of people live and work Day 10: Shanghai. Our city tour begins at the Bund (known as on junks. We visit Repulse Bay, with its colourful temple and fine China’s “Wall Street”). We then visit the Old Shanghai Quarter beach, and then enjoy the panoramic view from the top of (Temple of the City God) and Garden of Mandarin Yu Yuan - built Victoria Peak where we have lunch. Afternoon at leisure. in 1577 it contains pools, a tea house and a ceremonial zigzag Day 20: Hong Kong. At leisure to explore the local markets, take bridge. This evening we enjoy an acrobatic performance. the ferry to Macau or enjoy the wonderful shopping (Hong Kong Day 11: Zhujiajiao / Shanghai. We visit the ancient water town is famous for bargains). Tonight is our Farewell Dinner. of Zhujiajiao. The town glimmers like a bright pearl in a Day 21: Home. Air Canada’s direct flight takes us home. landscape of lakes and mountains and is known for its bubbling Senior Discovery Tours 85 vietnam_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:28 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Cathay Pacific flights • DeLuxe and First Class hotels • Full breakfast, lunch and dinner daily (except for one lunch) • All visa fees (arranged by our office) • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: Ancient Kingdoms • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Calgary or Edmonton - $8997 of South East Asia • Single Supplement - $1990 • Ottawa, Montreal or Winnipeg - add $190 • Halifax - add $290 • Vancouver - deduct $150

• Vietnam • Laos • Cambodia 18 DAYS • NOVEMBER 6 - 23 Southeast Asia is a colourful area of great contrasts, from rural villages and French Colonial cities to modern skylines. On this active tour we will see spectacular own, the most famous being the many temples in and scenery, magnificent temples and ancient monuments in around the 12th century Angkor Wat. Once a huge city a variety of architectural styles. In all of the countries we and the capital of Khmer Empire, it is now one of the visit, open-air markets and villages with their unique “Wonders of the Ancient World”. culture and traditions thrive along the rivers, surrounded Laos is a mountainous and landlocked country that has by incredibly lush vegetation. long been isolated from the outside world, and because it Vietnam stretches from the misty mountains on the remains untouched by the stress of modern demands you Chinese border to the lush tropical Mekong Delta. One of will experience here a laid-back, simpler way of life. Laos the most beautiful countries in Asia, the land remains offers pristine landscapes, century-old traditions and a relatively unspoiled and the people are extremely friendly, rich cultural heritage. Much of its beauty lies in the especially to visitors. The scenery, cuisine and history all peacefulness and warmth of the people who have lived make this country a fascinating and delightful much the same way for hundreds of years. destination. *** Those joining any of our tours to Asia must be able to Cambodia is another recently opened country of wondrous walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. beauty. Not yet as advanced as Thailand or Vietnam, Cambodia does offer several architectural wonders of its

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Tentative Itinerary for South East Asia

Day 1: Depart. We depart for Vietnam via Hong Kong. temple dating back to 1513 and housing a collection of antique Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). We arrive in Ho Chi Minh City wooden Buddhas. We visit the most important monasteries and and transfer to our hotel. This evening is our Welcome Dinner. temples in the city as well as the National Museum (the former royal residence). Later we visit Wat Mai, a collection of small Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City. Our city tour will take in the historic temples atop a hill offering beautiful views over the city, temples, center, the main shopping areas and the heart of old colonial river and countryside. Saigon. We will visit the Reunification Palace, former palace of the South Vietnamese president which was stormed by tanks in Day 12: Luang Prabang. We travel up the Mekong River to the 1975 signifying the fall of South Vietnam. We continue to the War steep limestone cliffs which house the Tham Pak Ou Caves. These Remnants Museum, which documents the long Vietnam War. extraordinary caves are filled with Buddha images of every style Later we go to Cholon (Chinatown) for a cyclo tour of the and material imaginable. On the return journey we stop at a local riverfront, and a stop at the Ben Thanh market. village for a glimpse of daily village life. Day 4: Hanoi. This morning we visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. Day 13: Luang Prabang. Today we enjoy a scenic drive through We will explore and learn about this incredible underground the Laotian countryside, spotting rice paddies and small villages military base (dug out by hand by the Viet Cong for the Vietnam along the way, to Kuang Si Falls. These beautiful waterfalls War). Later we fly to Hanoi - capital of Vietnam. cascade over many calcified tiers down several hundred feet into a series of cool, turquoise pools. After exploring the falls on the Day 5: Hanoi. Vietnam’s capital still retains the mystery and walkways and bridges, we will have a picnic lunch and chance to charm of past centuries. You will especially enjoy strolling in take a refreshing dip. En route back to Luang Prabang we will Hanoi’s Old Town. Our tour begins at the Temple of Literature - a stop at a Sa Paper making village to witness this ancient artistry. great example of traditional Vietnamese architecture. We continue to the miniature One Pillar Pagoda and Stilt House. Later we see Day 14: Siem Reap (Cambodia). We fly to Siem Reap. Upon Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple and the tiny Tortoise Pagoda. arrival we proceed to Ton Le Sap Lake for a lake cruise among the Tonight we attend a traditional Water Puppet Show followed by a floating homes and small fish farms to observe daily life on the home-hosted dinner at a Vietnamese home. lake. This evening enjoy a cultural dance show. Day 6: Halong Bay. We travel by coach to Halong Bay where we Day 15: Angkor Thom / Angkor Wat / Siem Riep. This morning we embark a traditional wooden junk to spend the day cruising start with a visit of the fortified city of Angkor Thom which through beautiful islands, granite towers and rock formations includes many of Angkor's most popular sights. We will see the with names such as Stone Dog, Incense Burner and Fighting Terrace of the Elephants and Leper Kings, and the mysterious Cock. We also see two wonderful caves and enjoy lunch on board. Bayon Temple with its giant smiling stone faces smiling down at Dinner and overnight at Halong Bay. you from all angles. Our next stop is Ta Prohm - embedded in the jungle it is one of the most popular attractions of Angkor. After Day 7: Vientiane (Laos). We return to Hanoi and fly to Vientiane - lunch we proceed to Angkor Wat - Cambodia’s national symbol capital city of Laos. The rest of the day is at leisure. and the highlight of any visit to this fascinating country. We will Day 8: Vientiane. Vientiane has a relaxed charm - beautiful thoroughly explore this temple which impresses with its sheer temples, tree-lined boulevards and colourful markets. Our city scale, graceful proportions and artistry of its carvings. tour includes That Luang - a golden stupa which is Laos’ most Day 16: Phnom Penh. We drive to Cambodia’s capital, visiting important national monument, the formal royal temple - now a important pre-Angkorian temples enroute. museum with fine Buddhist sculptures, and the "morning market". Day 17: Phnom Penh. Today we explore Phnom Penh, a Day 9: Vang Vieng. We drive through the scenic province of Vang fascinating city of graceful tree-lined boulevards and riverfront Vieng. En route we visit the Fish Market in Huay Mor and enjoy a promenades. We begin at the Royal Palace with its Silver Pagoda, boat trip on Nam Ngum Lake. Before reaching Vang Vieng we and then the National Museum which contains a collection of stop at a farm that teaches organic methods to the local Khmer art. This afternoon (for those interested) we have included community. a tour to the Museum of Genocide - the interrogation and torture Day 10: Luang Prabang. We travel by coach to Luang Prabang, facility for the Khmer Rouge. Kept largely unchanged, this prison stopping en route at local villages. We visit Elephant Cave which showcases photographs and exhibits about the thousands of contains Buddha images and elephant shaped stalactites. victims. Those who wish may also visit the Killing Fields of Day 11: Luang Prabang. Luang Prabang is an enchanting town Choeung Ek, a peaceful rural setting where thousands of people filled with historic temples and colonial style buildings. The entire were killed in the late 1970’s and buried in mass graves. town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts the oldest living Day 18: Home. 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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • All airfare. Trans-Pacific carrier is Cathay Pacific Airways • First Class hotels and Jungle Lodges • Full breakfast daily, 12 lunches and 12 dinners • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: Borneo, • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Calgary or Edmonton - $7997

• Single Supplement - $1290 Malaysia • Ottawa, Montreal or Winnipeg - add $90 • Halifax add $290 and Singapore • Vancouver deduct $200

The island of Borneo is known for its ancient, biodiverse rainforest - home to unique wildlife • 16 DAYS • NOVEMBER 9 - 24 such as orangutans and gibbons, as well as its wide array of cultures and age-old traditions. in the rainforest, Sun Bear Rehabilitation Centre to meet We begin with a jungle adventure in Sabah - home to the the world’s smallest bears and Proboscis Sanctuary to world’s oldest jungles and one of Southeast Asia’s highest delight at the elusive and peculiar monkeys of this region. peaks - Mount Kinabalu. We will explore rainforests and At Abai Jungle we enjoy spectacular scenery among the jungle trails, float along rivers spotting wildlife, snorkel in magnificent mangroves, and at scenic Pitax Oxbow Lake colourful coral reefs and stroll serene white-sand beaches. we may glimpse families of pygmy elephants bathing in We will also visit local tribes who have lived in the jungle the wild. for generations and visit the lively local markets. At our After our jungle adventure we fly to the vibrant metropolis jungle lodge on Mount Kinabalu we will experience the of Kuala Lumpur, known for its fantastic shopping, great flora and fauna – home to thousands of species of restaurants and surrounding natural wonders. From here orchids, hundreds of varieties of birds, monkeys and other we travel overland to Malacca - the historical state of jungle creatures. There will be river safaris, night-time Malaysia rich in heritage buildings and ancient walks to spot nocturnal animals and an excursion to landmarks. We complete our tour in the island city of Gomantong Caves to see the exodus of millions of bats. Singapore. We will visit Sepilok Orangutan Reserve - a rehabilitation *** Those joining any of our tours to Asia must be able to centre that prepares orphaned animals for a return to life walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 88 Senior Discovery Tours borneo_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:03 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Borneo, Malaysia & Singapore Day 1: Departure. We depart for Borneo, via Hong Kong and and even crocodiles in their natural habitat. We then enjoy the Kuala Lumpur. lunch prepared by the villagers. In the afternoon we cruise up Day 2: Kota Kinabalu: We arrive in Kota Kinabalu and transfer river to Sukau village in search of the Proboscis Monkeys, to our hotel. This evening is our Welcome Dinner. birds and other wildlife and later take a boat ride on the Menanggul River before arriving at Kinabatangan Riverside Day 3: Sapi Island. We take a ferry to Sapi Island for a Lodge in Sukau for a 3-night stay. relaxing day of strolling the picturesque beach, swimming in the turquoise waters, snorkelling to see the abundant tropical Day 9: River Safari / Gomantong Cave / Sukau. The calls of fish and marine life, and enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch. Gibbons and Hornbills rouse us this morning, before we travel overland to the area of Gomantong Caves. We will hike on a Day 4: Kudat / Sahab. We take the scenic drive to the northern forest trail and witness the sunset exodus of over two million tip of Borneo, passing expansive paddy fields, bustling bats, as well as raptors, from the Gomantong Cave. villages, oil palm plantations, and stalls selling local produce and handicrafts. En route we stop at Sumangkap Village, Day 10: Sukau. We take a morning cruise on the known for its “Gong” making, and later at the Gombizau Kinabatangan River to search for wildlife, and in the Honey Bee Farm to sample raw honey straight from the afternoon we explore the Mananggul River, a smaller tributary. honeycomb! We continue to the Tanjung Simpang, known as Day 11: Boat to Sandakan / Kuala Lumpur. We travel by boat the “Tip of Borneo” for spectacular views of the South China back to Sandakan and transfer to the airport for our flight to Sea before returning to Sahab for our overnight. Kuala Lumpur. Upon arrival we transfer to our hotel. Day 5: Kinabalu Park / Sepilok. We travel the winding Day 12: Kuala Lumpur. Our tour of the city’s highlights takes mountain road to Kinabalu Park - home to a wide range of in the Railway Station, the National Mosque, Merdeka Square, exotic flora and fauna. First we stop at Nabalu Market where Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the National Monument. At produce and handicrafts are sold, then enjoy the spectacular the Central Market we see local handicrafts, and there will be view of Mount Kinabalu. At the Park’s Exhibit Centre and a photo-stop at the iconic Petronas Twin Tower. This evening Mountain Gardens we’ll discover the beautiful local plant life, dinner is at a local restaurant featuring Malay specialities. then proceed to our nature resort in Sepilok for a 2-night stay. Day 13: Malacca. We travel to historical Malacca. Our Day 6: Sepilok. We visit the Orangutans at the Sepilok fascinating walking tour includes the and Nyonya Orangutan Rehabilitation Center, where these majestic apes Heritage Museum, bustling Jalan Hang Jebat Street, the river are rehabilitated before release into the wild. Then we dock where wooden barges deliver charcoal and rice from continue to the Sun Bear Rehabilitation Centre for a close Sumatra, the Town Square with its terracotta Dutch colonial encounter with the world’s smallest bear. Later we visit Labuk buildings, the Malaccan Sultanate’s Palace and a visit of the Bay where the mangrove forest is a sanctuary for the unique great 16th century Portuguese Fort A’Famosa. Proboscis Monkey - unique to Borneo and one of the world’s Day 14: Singapore. We proceed overland to Singapore. This most peculiar animals. We will also visit the Rainforest evening we tour Chinatown, which has a rich history and Discovery Centre before returning to our hotel where we may heritage. We’ll visit a Chinese Medical Hall, enjoy dinner at a see the “flying squirrel” in action! local Chinese restaurant and wander along the narrow lanes Day 7: Boat Safari / Abai Jungle Lodge. We begin with a one- of the Night Market. The highlight is a trishaw ride through hour cruise through the striking scenery of the Mangrove the alleyways of Chinatown, then a bumboat cruise along the Forest to Abai Jungle Lodge. After lunch at the lodge we take river to see the city lights. another boat trip in search of wildlife, and after sunset we’ll Day 15: Singapore. Our city tour takes in the Singapore see the magic of the fireflies who light up the foliage like Cricket Club, the “Padang”, historic Parliament House and Christmas trees. After dinner those who wish can do a guided Marina Bay. We will visit Thian Hock Keng Temple - one of night stroll on the nature boardwalk in search of birds and Singapore’s oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples, the Singapore other wildlife. Botanical Gardens and Little India. Tonight is our Farewell Day 8: Pitax Oxbow Lake / Sukau. We take a river trip to Pitas Dinner at the Orchard Café. Oxbow Lake where we see elephants, monkeys, orangutans Day 16: Home. We fly home to Canada via Hong Kong.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air India • Deluxe and First Class accommodation • Full breakfast and dinner daily, and 8 lunches • Visa fees (arranged by our office) • Plus all tour inclusions on the inside cover COSTS : Incredible India • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal or Halifax - $6597

• Single Supplement ... $1590 • Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $90

Incredible India has recently become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. 18 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019 A feast for all the senses, India is a vivid kaleidoscope of OCTOBER 13 - 30 magnificent historical sites and royal cities, medieval OCTOBER 20 - NOVEMBER 6 forts and palaces, golden beaches and misty mountains, colourful people, lively festivals and rich culture. From the moment you set foot in India you will be greeted by a To enrich our in-depth experience, we have included a graceful Namaste - a warm and inviting gesture that variety of unique attractions: a Cultural Dance denotes both welcome and respect. performance; dinner with a local family; a jeep drive through India’s fascinating countryside; serene boat trips; Our program includes a number of “real India” and exciting rickshaw rides. experiences, as well as many of the major highlights, such as: Mumbai – India’s bustling port city which Our hotels in India are all four or five stars with the reflects both British and Indian history in its ornate comforts and standards of North American hotels, architecture; Udaipur – with its glittering lake and including two special overnight stays at Heritage listed palaces; Jaipur - the enchanting “Pink City”; properties; Chomu Palace - a 300 year old fortified palace Ranthambore National Park – home to the endangered now converted into a stunning hotel, and Deogarh Fort - and majestic Indian Tiger; the romantic and awe-inspiring one of the most magnificent medieval palaces in Taj Mahal in Agra; Varanasi – the holiest place in India Rajasthan with grand entrances and gateways, imposing located on the sacred River Ganges; and finally the arches, domes, balconies and cannons. bustling capital city of Delhi – a rich tapestry of contrasts *** Those joining any of our tours to Asia must be able to characteristic of this complex country. walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 90 Senior Discovery Tours india_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:12 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for India Day 1: Departure. We depart for Mumbai, via London. Day 10: Ranthambore National Park. We travel to Ranthambore Day 2: Mumbai. We arrive in Mumbai and transfer to our hotel. National Park (former hunting grounds of the Maharajas and now a renowned wildlife reserve) and enjoy a game drive to Day 3: Mumbai. Our city tour begins with the Gateway of India – search for the famous diurnal tiger, as well as leopards, hyenas, Mumbai’s most famous landmark commemorating the 1911 jackals, crocodiles, wild boar and various species of deer. visit to India of King George and Queen Mary. We will drive along the Sea Front Boulevard (known as the Queen's Necklace when Day 11: Ranthambore National Park. We spend the morning on lit up in the evening), visit the marble Jain temples and ascend safari in the park to observe the animals and the great variety of Malabar Hill for amazing panoramic views. After lunch at a birds: Quail, Gray Legged Goose, Woodpecker, Indian Gray popular local restaurant we visit the Prince of Wales Museum – Hornbill, Kingfisher, Sandpiper, Owl, Flycatcher to name a few! a Victorian Gothic style building surrounded by a beautiful garden Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the facilities of the hotel. that houses a priceless collection of art, sculpture and more. We Day 12: Agra / Taj Mahal. We take a morning train to Bharatpur, finish with a stroll through the bustling Crawford Market. then proceed by coach to Agra where we check in to our hotel. Day 4: Mumbai / Udaipur. We take a boat trip to visit the 1,200- After lunch we visit the world-famous Taj Mahal – built by Shah year-old Elephanta Caves, housing some of India’s most Jahan in 1630 for his queen to enshrine her mortal remains. This beautiful rock-cuts. Later we fly to the romantic city of Udaipur. white marble architectural masterpiece stands testimony to the skill of 20,000 craftsmen brought together from all over the Day 5: Udaipur. Our city tour includes the City Palace, now a world. It took 17 years to complete this 'Love Poem in Marble'. museum overlooking the lake, Jagdish Temple with its sculpted figures and ornamental interiors, and Sahelion-ki-bari (Garden Day 13: Agra / Delhi / Varanasi. This morning we visit Agra Fort of the Maids of Honour) - the scene of royal parties for centuries. - a fine example of Moghul architecture combining military Afternoon at leisure. This evening we take a boat ride on Lake features with beauty and design. We then drive to Delhi airport Pichola, surrounded by splendid hills, palaces, temples and for our flight to Varanasi, where we meet “Mother Ganges”. bathing ghats, and visit the island palace of Jag Mandir. Day 14: Varanasi. We take an early morning boat ride on the Day 6: Deogarh. We first visit the exquisitely carved Sahastra sacred River Ganges. Here thousands of pilgrims descend the Bahu Temples dating back to the early 10th century, followed by steps to the river and immerse themselves in the sacred waters, a unique jeep drive through the rural landscape to see locals washing away their sins - rites that can be deeply moving to tending their cattle, with a a lakeside stop to spot migratory witness. We then walk the narrow lanes of Varanasi. Throughout birds. Then we depart for one of the most magnificent medieval history millions have passed these lanes seeking "Nirvana" at castles in Rajasthan, Deogarh Fort, built in grand architectural the river. This afternoon we visit the gold-plated Vishwanath style with huge entrances and gateways, and imposing arches Temple, and in the evening we witness the spectacular site of and domes. We will spend the night in this magnificent medieval Arti of Ganges (collective nightly prayer to the river). fort, now converted into a Heritage hotel. Day 15: Varanasi / Delhi. We visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha Day 7: Jaipur. We travel through the Rajasthan countryside to preached his first sermon, and we also see Dharmarajika Stupa, the “Pink City” of Jaipur, with a stop at beautiful Bijay Niwas Mulgandha Kuti Vihar Temples and the Archeological Museum Palace for lunch. with its collection of Buddhist sculptures. Later we fly to Delhi. Day 8: Jaipur. This morning we ride an elephant up to the Amber Day 16: Delhi. Our tour of Old Delhi includes an unforgettable Fort, which offers fantastic views over the hills of Rajasthan. rickshaw ride through 300-year-old Chandni Chowk Market - a The Fort looks time-ravaged on the outside, but the interior is maze of lanes crowded with shops selling a huge variety of items. splendid with paintings, precious stones and mirrors. We also We will see Jama Masjid - India's largest mosque, the Red Fort - see the famous façade of Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). Delhi’s most famous landmark, and Raj Ghat - a beautiful This afternoon we see the Maharaja’s Palace and Jantar Mantar, memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Tonight is our Farewell Dinner. the world’s largest stone and marble crafted observatory. This Day 17: Delhi. Our touring of Delhi continues with the 12th evening we enjoy dinner with a local family, who will teach us century monument of Qutab Minar, India Gate, the Presidential some of the secrets of Indian cuisine. Palace and Parliament House. The afternoon is at leisure until Day 9: Chomu Palace. We depart for Chomu Palace, a 300- our late evening transfer to the airport. year-old fortified palace now converted into a fabulous hotel. Day 18: Home. We fly back to Canada, direct non-stop to This evening we enjoy a lively dance performance. Toronto.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Emirates Airline • DeLuxe hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily, plus 9 lunches Wonders of • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, Sri Lanka from Toronto - $5797

• Single Supplement - $1390 • Ottawa or Montreal - add $390 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $590 • Vancouver Calgary or Edmonton - add $790

Known as the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”, the lush, tropical island nation of Sri Lanka 15 DAYS • NOVEMBER 15 - 29 is a land of amazing diversity and fascinating attractions, including 8 incredible UNESCO World Heritage sites.

It is a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes; Garden, Tea Plantation and Botanical Gardens. There will vibrant mountains and valleys, emerald lagoons, be opportunities to explore the museums, art galleries and turquoise seas and pristine white sand beaches. Beyond colour festivals, as well as relax at the tropical resorts its obvious natural beauty, Sri Lanka offers some of the and beaches the island is famous for. Best of all we will world’s most exciting wildlife, national parks, unique meet the smiling, hospitable people of Sri Lanka and gardens, ancient cites, sacred temples and centuries old return with a lifetime of fond memories. forts. Our tour will feature the major highlights this compact This tour is suitable only for the fit and active traveller. island country has to offer, including; the Golden Temple of Dambulla, the rock fortress of Sigiriya, the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, the old town of Galle with its impressive fortifications, the sacred city Kandy and the national wildlife parks of Minneriya and Yala. We will experience the extraordinary flora of the country with visits to a Spice

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Tentative Itinerary for Sri Lanka

Day 1: Depart. We depart for Sri Lanka via Dubai. Temple of the Sacred Tooth that houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic (a tooth of Buddha!) Day 2: Columbo / Negombo. We arrive in Colombo and transfer to our hotel in Negombo. Day 9: Peradeniya / Nuwara Eliya. Our sightseeing today begins with the Royal Botanic Garden in Peradeniya, one of the Day 3: Negombo. Our tour of Negombo will begin with the Fish finest botanical gardens in Asia. Although the origins of the Market - the bounty supplied by local fishermen who take their park date back to the fourteenth century, its official founding oruvas (outrigger canoes) out in the early mornings in search of was by the English in 1843. Today it is known for its impressive fish. The catch is primarily from the nearby lagoon, renowned collection of orchids, a majestic avenue of palm trees and an for its lobsters, crabs and prawns. We then visit the ruins of the arboretum planted by visiting celebrities. En route to Nuwara Dutch Fort with its lovely gateway. Afternoon at leisure. Eliya we pass beautiful scenery of tea fields and visit a Day 4: Dambulla. We depart for Dambulla to see the incredible planation. Sri Lanka has become the world's third largest tea World Heritage Cave Temple - a Buddhist complex established exporter to the world and the local Ceylon variety is renowned in the 3rd century B.C. and occupied continuously to this day. for its signature taste and aroma. The remains of 80 rock residences have been identified, and Day 10: Yala. We depart for Yala at the southeast end of the transformations over the centuries include extensions into the Island, on the way visiting the Hindu Temple Seetha Amman sheltering rock, construction of brick walls to screen the caves, and Ravana Falls. Upon arrival at Yala National Park we and sculptures on the upper terrace echoing the rock carving embark on a jeep safari to look for elephant, leopard, bear, that preceded it. It is an extraordinary and unique complex with crocodile and wild boar. The park is characterized by open many rock paintings and over 150 statues of various sizes. terrain with salt and fresh water lagoons. It has received much Day 5: Sigiriya / Dambulla. Today we visit the equally unique recognition recently for its leopard research, conservation and rock fortress of Sigiriya, another World Heritage site and one of identification project. Sri Lanka’s major attractions. The most impressive features of Day 11: Galle / Hikkaduwa / Beruwala. A scenic drive today as this unique complex are the Water Gardens, the Frescoes of we travel along the coast to Galle. Keep an eye out for “stilt beautiful maidens, the Mirror Wall with ancient graffiti, the fishing” - a local technique where fishermen sit perched far Lion platform and the summit reaching 1.6 hectares. from shore atop crude crucifixes of sticks and twine, dangling Day 6: Minneriya National Park / Polonnaruwa / Pasikuda. rods into schools of fish. In Galle we visit the famous fort, first We travel to Minneriya National Park, home to a vast reservoir built in 1588 by the Portuguese and extensively fortified by the built in the 3rd century. The elephants here form enormous Dutch from the 17th century onwards. An architectural herds and gather at the tank to graze in the lush grass, and treasure, much of the fort was laid out on a grid pattern and drink and play in the water. We then visit the medieval city of adapted to the configuration of the terrain. We then continue to Polonnaruwa, knowns for its lagoons in which monuments are our tropical resort on the golden coast of Beruwala, our home well preserved (providing clear evidence of the glory of Sri for the next 3 nights. Lanka's past). We see the Royal Palace, the Quadrangle and Day 12: Beruwala. A day at leisure to enjoy the hotel’s lovely the spectacular Gal Vihare complex of four massive images of pool, tropical gardens and full service spa. the Buddha cut from a single slab of granite – a highlight of ancient Sri Lankan rock carving. We then continue to the Day 13: Beruwala. We first visit a Turtle Hatchery where we will coastal resort town of Pasikuda for a 2-night stay. learn about the local conservation efforts. Our visit will be followed by a boat ride along the Madu River - a wetland Day 7: Pasikuda. A day at leisure to relax at one of Sri Lanka’s estuary and protected World Heritage Site. We will journey past most beautiful white sand beaches. massive mangrove forests and see how cinnamon is cultivated. Day 8. Kandy. We depart for Kandy, stopping en route to visit Keep a lookout for unique species of fish and birds. a spice garden along the ancient spice route where we can see Day 14: Beruwala. A day at leisure until our late check-out the trees and shrubs of original herbs such as pepper, nutmeg, from the hotel. This evening we transfer to the airport for our cloves, cinnamon, vanilla and turmeric. This evening we attend flight home via Dubai. a cultural dance performance and visit the golden-roofed Day 15: Home. Arrival home with fond memories of Sri Lanka.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • All airfare (international flights with Turkish Airlines). All gateways fly each way via Toronto. • First Class and moderate (best available) hotels • Full breakfast, lunch and dinner daily while in Nepal and Bhutan • Visa fees • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $9397

• Single Supplement - $1190 Himalayan • Montreal or Ottawa - add $390 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $590 Adventure • Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $790

NEPAL AND BHUTAN 17 DAYS • 0CT0BER 7 - 23 Join us on this exciting journey to experience the world’s highest and most stunning mountain range, explore incredible natural wonders and discover the cultural neighbours. Here, the Buddhist religion exerts a strong treasures of Nepal and Bhutan. influence on all aspects of life, aiming to create a Nepal, home to Mount Everest and several of the other harmonious society and pristine environment. Known as highest peaks in the world, is a land of geographical the last “Shangri-La”, this is the perfect time to visit this landmarks, monumental landscapes and smiling, friendly magical kingdom while life remains all but untouched by people. The capital, Kathmandu, is known for its heritage the modern world. We will take a spectacular flight along and cultural splendour, and every monument here has a the Himalayan mountain range to Paro - a historic town rich legend associated with it. Pokhara, known as the with many sacred sites and historical buildings, then “City of Lakes”, sparkles with natural beauty, while proceed to the valley capital of Thimphu with its many Chitwan National Park provides the opportunity of a museums and local arts. We will learn the unique lifetime to see royal Bengal Tigers, one-horned rhinos and character and culture of mountain life as we explore various species of birds and butterflies. During our stay in Dochula Pass with its over 100 chortens (stupas) and the park there will be a range of great activities available discover the 17th century Punakha Dzong fortress at the such as elephant safaris, jungle walks, canoeing and juncture of the Pho and Mo Chhu rivers. We will see cultural programs. incredible monasteries perched on precarious cliffsides (including the famous “Tiger’s Nest”), see ancient Bhutan (the “Happiest Country in the World') is an oasis temples and visit markets selling unique handicrafts. of incredible scenery, a strong sense of culture and age- old traditions that clearly distinguish it from its larger *** Those joining any of our tours to Asia must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 94 Senior Discovery Tours bhutan_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:25 AM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Himalayan Adventure Day 1: Departure. We depart for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. which decorate the highest point on the road. If skies are clear the tallest mountain peaks can be seen from here, including “table Day 2: Istanbul. We connect to our flight for Kathmandu. mountain” - Bhutan’s highest peak at 7497 metres! We continue to Day 3: Kathmandu. We arrive in Kathmandu in the early morning and Gangtey - one of the most beautiful and unspoiled places in Bhutan. transfer to our hotel to relax before we begin our sightseeing of This evening we will stroll in the valley village of Phobjikha. Durbar Square with its array of temples, courtyards, monuments and We first visit Gangtey Goempa monastery, perched the ancient palaces of the former Nepali Royals. Day 11: Punakha. on a ridge overlooking the valley, and explore the fascinating Day 4: Chitwan. We fly to the sub-tropical Chitwan National Park - a Phobjikha valley - winter home of black necked cranes. We will visit UNESCO World Heritage Site which houses a wide array of plant and Black Neck Crane Information Centre and then proceed to Punakha. animal species, including Royal Bengal tigers, Genetic dolphins, We visit Punakha Dzong (Palace of Great rhinos, Golden Monitor lizards, Wild Asian and Gaur elephants, and Day 12: Punakha. Happiness) built in 1637. This majestic dzong has a six-story, gold- Gharial crocodiles. This evening we enjoy a Tharu Stick Dance show. domed tower and inside are courtyards and religious statuary. We Day 5: Chitwan. A full day at Chitwan National Park with a naturalist then take a beautiful walk to the regal Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal guide who will offer us various activities including an Elephant Chorten, built to remove negative forces and promote peace and safari, bird watching, jungle walk, canoeing and a village walk. harmony in the changing world. Later we will visit the Lhakhang Day 6: Pokhara / Lumle. We take a short flight to Pokhara - a place of Nunnery perched on a ridge overlooking the valley, and Chimi natural beauty with views of the Himalayan peaks and a tropical Lhakhang to see the temple of fertility. A walk through the village will atmosphere with a diversity of flowers. We travel by coach to Lumle, give us a rare glimpse into the lifestyle of the villagers. situated at 1610 metres, along the way enjoying breathtaking Day 13: Paro. We return to Paro, en-route visiting Simtokha Dzong - panoramic views of the Annapurna Mountain Range. We will embark the country’s oldest fortress built in 1627 which now houses the on a walk (1 ½ hours), taking in spectacular mountain views, along a School for Buddhist studies. Paro is rich in scenic beauty, and is well-worn trail from the village to Gurung and Chandrakot Villages, home to many of Bhutan’s oldest temples and monasteries. We will finishing at our mountain lodge. An additional optional walk to visit Ta Dzong, which houses the National Museum with its collection surrounding villages will be offered in the afternoon. of antique paintings, weapons and various historic artifacts, and Day 7: Pokhara. We return to Pokhara and enjoy a boat ride on serene then visit the historic “Fortress of the Heap of Jewels”. This evening Phewa Lake, with beautiful reflections of Mount Annapurna and we discover the Paro city centre and market area. sacred Macchapuchare. We will see a variety of fish and the island Day 14: Paro (Tiger’s Nest). We go to see the “Tiger’s Nest”, one of temple in the middle of the lake. We then continue to Davi’s Waterfall the world’s most famous Bhuddist monasteries. We’ll admire from and 600-year-old Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, where an idol-like below this architectural wonder perched on the side of a cliff 900m object resembling Lord Shiva has formed naturally. above the valley floor. This sacred place is visited by all Bhutanese at Day 8: Paro / Thimphu. We fly to Paro (via Kathmandu) with least once in their lifetime. We then visit a typical farmhouse. spectacular views of the Himalayans (including Mt. Everest) and an Bhutanese farmhouses are very colourful and decorated, and are exciting descent into the Kingdom of Bhutan. Upon arrival we drive to traditionally built without the use of a single nail. the capital, Thimphu - a unique mixture of modern development Day 15: Kathmandu. We fly to Kathmandu and on arrival visit alongside ancient traditions. Later we visit Buddha Point (Kuensel Swaymbhunath Stupa. This 2000-year-old Buddhist Stupa sits atop a Phodrang) which boasts the country’s largest statue and a lovely view hillock overlooking the valley and is famously known as the ‘Monkey of the Thimphu Valley. We then enjoy an exploratory walk around Temple’ (for obvious reasons). We then visit Patan (‘city of artisans’) Thimphu’s main street and market area. with its magnificent square housing, lovely courtyards and graceful Day 9: Thimphu. We drive to Pangri Zampa - a 16th century pagoda temples full of wood and stone carvings, metal statues, monastery where Buddhist student monks learn Lamaism and dozens of Buddhist and Hindu temples and over 1200 monuments. astrology based on Buddhist philosophy. We then visit the Textile Day 16: Kathmandu. We discover Pashupatinath Temple, dating back Museum to learn the local national art of weaving, and the National to 400 AD, one of the oldest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva situated Library with its archaic texts, thousands of manuscripts and printing amidst a lush natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati blocks for prayer flags. We will visit the Arts & Crafts School where River. We’ll see Boudhanath Monument - a unique spherical stupa students learn the 13 traditional crafts of Bhutan, and the Folk structure 36 meters high with four pairs of eyes believed to be Heritage Museum. We finish our day with a visit of Trashichhoe Dzong keeping watch for righteous behaviour and human prosperity. The - the “fortress of the glorious religion” and center of government. monument is ringed by a settlement of Tibetan refugees who Day 10: Dochula Pass / Gangtey. We drive up into the mountains, developed the site into a ‘Mini-Tibet’. climbing to over 3,000 metres. We will take in the dramatic views of Day 17: Home. We fly home via Istanbul. Dochula Pass and admire the 108 chortens (stupas) and prayer flags Senior Discovery Tours 95 australia_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:05 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air New Zealand • Superior and First Class hotels • Full breakfast daily, 10 dinners and 6 lunches • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa Australia or Winnipeg - $14197

• Single Supplement - $2997 and New Zealand • Halifax - add $190 • Calgary or Edmonton - deduct $200 • Vancouver - deduct $300

On this combination tour of incredible Australia and New Zealand we will 20 DAYS • OCTOBER 19 - NOVEMBER 7 experience the best these countries “down under” have to offer. Island (New Zealand’s biggest city), known as “The City of Home to some of the world’s most dramatic sights, both Sails” with more sailboats per capita than anywhere else island nations offer an amazing variety of landscapes, in the world. We will marvel at the glow worms of Ruakuri historic sites and natural attractions. Whereas Australia Caves, enjoy a special BBQ lunch, explore the bubbling is ruled by an interior desert and vast coastline, New mud pools of Rotorua and learn of the Maori legends and Zealand is rich in waterfalls, towering mountain ranges, traditions during a performance and typical “hangi” dense green jungle and geological wonders. feast. No visit to New Zealand would be complete without enjoying a sheep shearing demonstration and the chance We first visit Australia, and begin in Sydney where we will to watch the remarkable sheep dog trials, which we will enjoy a city tour featuring the iconic Opera House and take see before flying to the South Island. Here we visit a delightful harbour cruise. Then we head for the Great Queenstown, one of the most beautiful towns in New Barrier Reef in tropical Cairns, where we take a catamaran Zealand. With its waterfront promenade surrounded by cruise to the most spectacular sections of the reef, enjoy a mountains, it looks like an impressive picture postcard! scenic train journey through the tablelands to Kuranda and We will take an evening cruise from this scenic spot to the visit a rainforest and Koala Wildlife Park. in Australia's elegant Walter Peak Sheep Station, join an awe-inspiring 'red centre' we see the magical monolith of Uluru (Ayers cruise in spectacular Milford Sound and visit charming Rock) and learn about the outback in Alice Springs. Dunedin to see historic Larnach Castle. We then head to New Zealand, a breathtaking and diverse Join us on this carefully planned tour for a “trip of a land of jagged mountains, rolling pastures, steep fjords lifetime” to this unique part of the world. and pristine lakes. We start with Auckland on the North *** This tour is suitable only for the fit and active traveller. 96 Senior Discovery Tours australia_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:05 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Australia and New Zealand Day 1: Departure. We depart for Sydney, via Vancouver. panoramic view from Anzac Hill, and see the Overland Day 2: Crossing the International Dateline. Telegraph Station, before flying to Auckland, New Zealand. Day 3: Sydney. We arrive in Sydney. The rest of the day is free Day 12: Auckland. Our full-day tour of Auckland includes a until our Welcome Dinner. visit to the dramatically beautiful Waitakere Ranges. Here, the rugged shoreline is dotted with pristine black sand beaches Day 4: Sydney. On our city tour we see the Rocks area and protected by soaring cliffs. Later we visit the fascinating (Sydney's birthplace), the magnificent Opera House, Auckland War Memorial Museum - the spiritual touchstone for Chinatown, beautiful South Head where the harbour meets the all New Zealanders. Pacific, and “Mrs. Macquarie's Chair” for spectacular views of the city and harbour. Later we take a boat cruise of Sydney Day 13: Waitomo / Rotorua. We first visit the magical Waitomo Harbour - a perfect way to see the city’s highlights, beautiful Glow Worm Caves for a subterranean tour. Our guide will show beaches and lavish waterfront homes. us glow worms, elaborate cave formations and underground rivers, and will discuss legends and sacred Maori sites. We will Day 5: Sydney. At leisure to explore this exciting city on your stop at a local farm for a hearty country-style BBQ lunch in a own. Perhaps take the ferry to the Taronga Zoo or enjoy a stroll lovely setting, and then proceed to Rotorua. along the harbourfront. Day 14: Rotorua. This morning we visit the Agrodome Farm Day 6: Cairns. We fly to tropical Cairns, located in beautiful Show, complete with sheep shearing and sheep dog trials. We coastal Trinity Bay surrounded by rainforest topped hills. then proceed to Te Puia Thermal Reserve, where geysers of all Day 7: Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. We set sail on a sizes, bubbling mud pools, hot mineral springs, glittering catamaran to see one of the most spectacular sections of the silica terraces in strange, enchanting formations and richly Great Barrier Reef. There will be time for swimming, snorkeling coloured craters make this a world famous tourist attraction. and viewing the vibrant sea-life and coral canyons. For those Tonight we enjoy a hangi - a traditional Maori feast prepared who wish to stay dry, a semi-submersible tour option is in pits the way their forefathers did centuries ago. Traditional available. A delicious BBQ lunch is served onboard. Maori music and war dances are part of the fun! Day 8: Cairns and Kuranda. We board a train for a scenic rail Day 15: Queenstown. We fly to beautiful Queenstown on the tour through the amazing Atherton Tablelands to Kuranda, South Island - the "Adventure Capital of New Zealand". known for its lush tropical trees and flowers. We will visit the Day 16: Queenstown. Our tour of the area includes a visit of rainforest and Koala Wildlife Park, enjoy a ride on an “army the Kiwi Birdlife Park to see many of New Zealand’s rarest and duck” vehicle and a special “Dreamtime Walk” with the local most endangered birds and reptiles. This evening we enjoy a aboriginal people. Lunch and a Pamagirri dance performance scenic cruise on the TSS Earnslaw to the Walter Peak Sheep are included before we finish our day on the Skyrail for a Station for an elegant dinner, followed by a sheep shearing and delightful cable car ride over the rainforest canopy. herding demonstration. The gift shop offers fine woollen goods. We fly to the site of the world's greatest Day 9: Ayers Rock. Day 17: Milford Sound / Te Anau. We take a spectacular cruise monolith - Ayers Rock - known as the “Red Heart of Australia”. in Milford Sound where we can view Mitre Peak, Sterling Falls We first venture into the Outback to see The Olgas - a jumble and the steep rock walls that rise thousands of feet against a of 30 impressive monoliths across the red desert plain. This backdrop of towering mountains. A smorgasbord lunch is evening we will dine in the desert, where the brilliant sunset is served onboard. We continue to Te Anau. enhanced by the haunting sounds of the didgeridoo as we indulge in the finest of Outback cuisine. Day 18: Dunedin. We travel to Dunedin, where we visit Larnach Castle and learn of its exciting (and scandalous) history. Later Day 10: Ayers Rock / Alice Springs. An early morning call is we walk to Speights Brewery and Heritage Centre, home of New available for those who wish to view the sunrise on Ayers Rock. Zealand’s famous beer, for a tour and dinner at the Ale House. We will then enjoy a walk around the base of the rock, before travelling by coach to Alice Springs. Day 19: Christchurch. We head for Christchurch, stopping en route at Shag Point Matakea Reserve. Many New Zealand fur Day 11: Alice Springs / Auckland. Founded in 1872, Alice seals can be seen here on the rock shelves swimming, playing Springs was a telegraph station linking Australia to the rest of and basking in the sun. This evening is our Farewell Dinner. the world. Today it is the base for the famous Outback cattle stations. We visit the Royal Flying Doctor centre, enjoy a Day 20: Home. We fly home via Auckland and Los Angeles. Senior Discovery Tours 97 afri_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:04 AM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with British Airways • First Class hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily, plus 9 lunches • All visa fees and arrangements • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto or Montreal Depart September 25 - $11597 Depart October 16 - $11797

• Single Supplement - $1390 • Ottawa - add $150 (with round-trip South Africa transportation to Montreal’s airport) • Vancouver - add $190 • Calgary - add $390 • Halifax, Edmonton or Winnipeg - add $590

• Plus Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) and Chobe National Park (Botswana) 21 DAYS • 2 DATES IN FALL 2019 SEPTEMBER 25 - OCTOBER 15 It is universally accepted that South Africa is one of the OCTOBER 16 - NOVEMBER 5 world’s most beautiful countries, and after your first visit we are sure you will agree. The incredible scenic beauty includes nearly 2,000 miles of beautiful coastline, snow capped mountains and tropical splendour. The In addition to our tour of South Africa’s highlights we will magnificent National Parks and game reserves boast an also visit Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) and safari in Chobe unparalleled diversity of wild life. Other features that National Park (Botswana). Victoria Falls are the largest make this destination so desirable include a wonderful waterfalls in the world (they are three times as wide and climate, ancient forts and historic monuments, tribal twice as high as Niagara Falls), and the spray can be dancing, museums and art galleries. Above all, South seen 20 miles away! Chobe National Park is world Africa's hospitality is legendary. renowned for its splendid and unique variety of wildlife. So join us on this remarkable adventure and experience the diversity and beauty that is South Africa.

*** This tour is suitable only for the fit and active traveller.

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Tentative Itinerary for South Africa Day 1: Depart. We depart for London. morning, the best time to find the world's largest variety of Day 2: London. We arrive in London and transfer to an wildlife including the Big Five (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard airport hotel for a rest and dinner before returning to the and buffalo), hippo, cheetah, giraffe, zebra and crocodile. airport for our flight to Johannesburg. The park is also home to more than 400 bird species. Day 3: Johannesburg. We arrive in Johannesburg and Day 12: Kruger National Park Area. A morning at leisure to transfer to our Country Hotel just outside the city. The rest enjoy the various activities at the hotel. Relax by the pool, of the day is free until our Welcome Cocktails and Dinner. do some game or bird watching or take a nature walk. Later we depart for our evening game drive to see if we can catch Day 4: Johannesburg and Soweto. We start with a tour of some nocturnal animals in the spotlight. Johannesburg and a visit to the Apartheid Museum. In the afternoon we visit the township of Soweto - the most Day 13: Garden Route. We return to Johannesburg for our populous black residential area in the country. Soweto sets flight to George, on South Africa's fabled Garden Route. the trends for South Africa in politics, fashion, music and Day 14: Garden Route. We travel over the mountains to dance. You will never forget your visit here. This evening we Oudtshoorn to visit an ostrich farm, followed by a visit of enjoy Welcome Cocktails and our Welcome Dinner the Cango Caves, whose stalagmites and stalactites will Day 5: Victoria Falls. We fly to Victoria Falls and transfer to leave a lasting impression. our lovely lodge hotel. Day 15: Garden Route. Today we visit a township near Day 6: Victoria Falls. We enjoy a morning tour of the Falls - George, where we will have a chance to meet the children a sight to behold! The afternoon is free, and there will be at a local primary school. Then we travel to Knysna and an opportunity to take an optional helicoptor flight over the ferry over to the Featherbed Nature Reserve, dedicated to falls. This evening we enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi the protection of the local flora. River, and dinner will be a special African experience. Day 16: Garden Route / Cape Town. Our Garden Route drive Day 7: Chobe. This morning we proceed to our safari lodge takes us along the coast, around lakes, mountains, golden near Chobe National Park - home to a splendid variety of beaches and cliffs - an enchanting drive with a romantic wildlife, including hippo and elephants that troll the river history. We arrive in Cape Town and take a cable car ride up paths to drink. We take our first game cruise this afternoon. Table Mountain for panoramic views. Day 8: Chobe. On our morning game drive we enjoy the Day 17: Cape Town. Our city tour shows us the Malay wonderful surroundings of wild Africa! In the afternoon we Quarter, the Botanical Gardens and more. In the afternoon take a boat ride along the river and get up close with the we embark on a ferry ride and guided tour of the Robben bounty of Chobe as we view herds of kudu, waterbuck and Island Prison Museum (weather permitting) where Nelson possibly elephants coming to the river to drink. Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years. Day 9: Johannesburg. We fly from Victoria Falls back to Day 18: Cape Town. A Winelands tour through lovely scenery Johannesburg, and then proceed to our hotel en route to of vineyards, oak shaded rivers and old Dutch colonial Kruger National Park. homes. We enjoy a tasting in a wine cellar and lunch at a private estate. In Stellenbosch we visit the Village Museum. Day 10: Kruger National Park Area. We proceed to Kruger National Park for wildlife viewing at its best! The park Day 19: Cape Town. A full-day tour to Cape Point. After a offers an experience in beauty, tranquility and variety not boat ride to Seal Island we continue to Cape Point and the found anywhere else in the world. En route we visit the Cape of Good Hope, where we see colonies of penguins and majestic Blyde River Canyon to see God’s Window and seals in their natural environment. Farewell Dinner. Bourke’s Luck Potholes - true natural wonders! Our hotel is Day 20: Cape Town. Time at leisure to explore this beautiful located just outside the Park. city on your own, before our evening departure to the airport Day 11: Kruger National Park Area. A full day of game for our flight home, via London. viewing in open safari vehicles. We start early in the Day 21: Home. Arrival back in Canada.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with KLM via Amsterdam • First Class safari and hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily while in Africa, plus 9 lunches • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal or Calgary - $12197 Safari in Tanzania • Single Supplement - $1290 • Ottawa - add $150 (with round-trip transport to the Montreal airport) and the island of • Vancouver or Edmonton - add $490 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $590

Tanzania, the largest country in , is considered by many to offer the best game 15 DAYS • NOVEMBER 6 - 20 viewing on the continent and the greatest variety of wildlife in the world.

On this tour we will enjoy several exciting game drives in The island of Zanzibar, just 40 kms off the coast of the finest National Parks and game reserves, including Tanzania, is a tropical paradise with mile upon mile of Lake Manyara and the Serengeti Plains. Expect to see pristine white sand beaches, fringed by coconut palms. rhinos, hippos, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffalo and During our stay we visit Stone Town (also a World Heritage the common plains game such as zebra, giraffe, a variety Site), with its maze of narrow streets and alleys that have of bird life and several species of antelope and monkey. changed little over the last 200 years. You will see why Zanzibar is often referred to as "The Spice Island" as we We will travel safely and comfortably in specially designed visit a local Spice Farm and learn about the rich history 4 x 4 vehicles seating six people with large viewing that makes this destination so intriguing. windows (each person has a window seat to afford unobstructed viewing). Your driver / guide is an expert on While on safari we will enjoy a mixture of accommodations the local customs, traditions and location of wildlife. including beautiful lodges. While in Zanzibar we will stay at a First Class hotel. This part of the world also boasts an amazing natural environment, as we will see when we visit the UNESCO This tour is suitable only for the fit and active traveller. World Heritage Site of Ngorongoro Crater with its striking scenery and close range viewing of wildlife.

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Tentative Itinerary for Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Kilimanjaro, with a Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater. We descend in to the crater for change of planes in Amsterdam. a full-day game drive. This is the world's largest intact caldera, the floor of which is primarily grassland with Day 2: Kilimanjaro. We arrive in Kilimanjaro in the freshwater ponds, a salt lake and small forests. It evening and transfer to our hotel. harbours 20,000 large animals - a virtual Noah's Ark! Buffalo, wildebeest, zebra and gazelle graze the Day 3: Lake Manyara. We travel to Lake Manyara National grassland while elephants roam the wooded areas and Park and our lodge overlooking the Great Rift Valley and hippos gather in the marshes and ponds. Lions, spotted the stunning Manyara Soda Lake. The wall of the Rift hyenas and jackals are easy to spot. Resident ostriches, Valley forms a fantastic backdrop to the park and its crowned cranes and kori bustards are joined seasonally by forest, open grassland, swamp and lake. Wildlife includes other migrating birds. baboons, rhino, impala, giraffe, leopard, water buck and blue and vervet monkeys. The lions here have honed their Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater. This morning we enjoy a tree-climbing skills. Manyara is also noted for its special Bush Breakfast in the crater, followed by some wonderful bird life. more game viewing. In the afternoon we visit a Masaai village. Day 4: Lake Manyara / Serengeti. This morning we enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, home to a Day 10: Karatu. We travel to Karatu where we stay at an variety of primates and other wildlife. The extraordinary exclusive local farm facing the Oldeani Volcano. We will birdlife has made this place world-renowned among enjoy a walk with a guide from the farm to see how the ornithologists, who come to observe the masses of pink farm runs, visiting the vegetable garden and farm flamingos and great birds of prey. After lunch we fly to animals. This evening we will enjoy a farm-fresh dinner. Serengeti National Park. The National Park here, considered the finest in Africa, has spectacular Day 11: Arusha / Zanzibar. We depart for Arusha where concentrations of migrating game. we will have lunch before boarding our plane to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, we transfer to the Bluebay Beach Resort and Days 5 & 6: Serengeti. We enjoy two days of safari in the Spa located on the beautiful north-east coast. Serengeti. Travelling through this unique conservation area provides a spectacular game-viewing experience. We Day 12: Zanzibar. We have a morning city tour of historic take our game drives in the early morning to catch the Stone Town and later visit a spice farm for an interesting animals as they start their day and again in the evening and educational tour. to spot the nocturnal beasts that are beginning their prowl. Day 13: Zanzibar. A day at leisure. You may consider taking an optional Blue Safari Fumba boat trip with a Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater. We depart for the UNESCO beach visit and lunch included. Tonight is our Farewell World Heritage Site of Ngorongoro Crater. Our lodge is Dinner. perched atop the uppermost rim of the crater and offers breathtaking views of the crater floor far below. The 100 Day 14: Zanzibar / Depart for Home. At leisure at our square miles of this collapsed volcano is 10 miles across resort hotel, with late check-out, until we fly back to and 2,000 feet deep. mainland Tanzania to connect with our international flight home.

Day 15: Home. We fly home via Amsterdam.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class and moderate hotels (7 nights at a Country House hotel) • Full English breakfast daily, 11 dinners and 7 picnic lunches • Guided walking tour program • Many evenings of entertainment • All tour inclusions on the inside cover Walking the COST: • per person, double occupancy, Southdown Way from Toronto ... $4997 • Single Supplement - $790 • Ottawa, Montreal or Halifax - add $90 and Isle of Wight • Winnipeg, Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton - add $190

The is the quintessential destination for rambling and walking holidays. 14 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 9 On this exciting new tour we will walk through impressive countryside and picturesque villages led by experienced, Tour Highlights: expert hiking guides. Each day you may choose from • Breathtaking views of the iconic chalk cliffs / 3 levels of walks. The easier walks will cover about Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters 10km/day, with ascents of up to 240m. • The historic town of Arundel Our first 7 nights will be in Abingworth, set out along the rolling hills and magnificent chalk cliffs of the South • 17th century Petworth Mansion Downs. This wildlife-rich chalk downland is a colourful • Market town of Steyning tapestry of historic villages, thatched cottages, pastoral landscapes of sweeping cornfields and market towns. • - England’s best-known seaside resorts Our next 3 nights are on the Isle of Wight - a designated • Osborne House - former home of Queen Victoria Area of Outstanding National Beauty. A world away from and Prince Albert the hustle and bustle of the mainland, the island’s • Isle of Wight’s famous Needles glorious 85-mile coastline boasts unspoiled sandy beaches and dramatic white cliffs. • The thatched village of Godshill Our final 2 nights will be in Lyndhurst, known as the • Quintessential romantic castle, Carisbrooke capital of the New Forest since William the Conqueror • Award winning National Motor Museum established it as a royal hunting ground in 1079. and Beaulieu House Lyndhurst has been a favourite holiday destination for kings and queens throughout the centuries. • The enchanting New Forest *** Those participating on this walking tour must be able to complete up to 10km of walking per day. 102 Senior Discovery Tours wight_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:27 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for and Isle of Wight Walks described are the easier option. Harder walks will also be offered each day.

Day 1: Depart. We depart for London. cliffs near Birling Gap, then along the Seven Sisters coastal Day 2: Abingworth. Upon arrival we transfer to Abingworth for path to Cuckmere Haven. Take time to savour the outstanding coastal scenery, then gaze down from the final 'sister' over our 7-night stay. Our hotel, Abingworth Hall, is situated near the village of Thakeham at the foot of the South Downs (there the River Cuckmere as it meanders gracefully towards the has been a house on this site since the 13th century). It is sea. surrounded by 8 acres of gardens including a putting green, Day 9. Isle of Wight. We bid farewell to Abingworth and croquet lawn and a heated outdoor pool. The hotel is tailored proceed to Portsmouth, where we board the ferry to the Isle of for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. Wight. Situated just off the coast in the English Channel, Day 3: Amberley and the South Downs (Walk 10.5km with Wight is England’s largest island. We visit Osbourne House - 150m of ascent). Today we walk through the fields at the foot Queen Victoria’s palatial holiday home on the island. We’ll of the Downs, from the picturesque village of Amberley back visit Victoria and Albert's private apartments, their bathing beach and children's play-cottage for an intimate glimpse of to Abingworth Hall, passing through the grounds of Parham House - a fine Elizabethan residence surrounded by a deerpark. royal family life. We’ll stroll through the garden terraces, where the stunning views across the Solent reminded Prince Day 4: Cowdray Park to Petworth (Walk 10km with 220m of Albert of the Bay of Naples. We’ll spend 3 nights at ascent). We walk from the northern edge of the polo grounds Freshwater Bay House. of Cowdray Park, through attractive woodland and fields to Petworth. Here we can visit Petworth House - a grand property Day 10: Shorwell and Carisbrooke Castle (Walk 10km with built by the Duke of Somerset in the 17th Century in the style 210m of ascent). We cross the island's central hills from the of Versailles) or take a walk around the surrounding parkland. picturesque village of Shorwell to the impressive castle at Carisbrooke. Take time to explore this well-preserved castle. Day 5: Brighton. We spend the day in Brighton (“England’s Walk around the walls, and watch the donkeys turn the Loveliest and Liveliest City by the Sea”) to enjoy some treadmill to raise water from the well. sightseeing and free time. Brighton is fun, cosmopolitan and uniquely eccentric, with Regency architecture, a pleasure pier, Day 11: Calbourne to Freshwater Bay (Walk 10.5km with specialty shops, sidewalk cafés and a lively arts scene. 240m of ascent). A very picturesque walk from Calbourne to Everything is within walking distance, so we will have a Freshwater Bay via the Downs. We’ll have time to admire the guided walking tour followed by time on our own to explore. much photographed 'chocolate box' cottages at Winkle Street in Calbourne, followed by time to relax at our hotel. Day 6: Devil’s Dyke and Ditching Beacon (Walk 10km with 240m of ascent). We ascend to the iconic Clayton Windmills Day 12: The New Forest. We sail from Yarmouth to Lymington, on the crest of the Downs. 'Jill' is a wooden from one of the towns in the New Forest, and visit Beaulieu Palace 1822, while 'Jack' is a brick from 1864. We then House. Once the gatehouse of the medieval Beaulieu Abbey, follow the South Downs Way over Ditchling Beacon and this has been the Montagu family home since 1538. The descend the escarpment to Ditchling village with time to palace also houses the National Motor Museum - one of the explore. finest collections of historic cars, motorcycles and motoring memorabilia in the world. Our hotel is in the centre of Day 7: Glorious Goodwood Estate (Walk 10.5km with 240m Lyndhurst Village - capital of the New Forest National Park. of ascent). We walk through the Sussex countryside to the village of Singleton, then ascend the Downs to the top of the Day 13: The New Forest at Leisure. A free day in the New Trundle, overlooking Goodwood Racecourse. The walk ends at Forest - England’s smallest National Park. Visitors fall in love the highly recommended West Dean Gardens, where you may with the peaceful atmosphere here, as well as the forest’s discover the water garden and the Edwardian walled kitchen idyllic glades, ancient woodland, open moors, heathland, cliff garden. top walks and ponies, donkeys and deer roaming free. This evening is our Farewell Dinner. Day 8: The Iconic Seven Sisters (Walk 10km with 160m of ascent). Starting at Friston Church, we walk to the chalk Day 14: Home. We fly home from London.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class Country House hotels, and a First Class hotel in London • Full English breakfast and dinner daily, and 8 picnic lunches • Guided walking tour program Rambling (Walking) • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: in South Wales • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and the Cotswolds or Halifax ... $4997 • Single Supplement - $790 • Winnipeg, Vancouver, Calgary plus London or Edmonton - add $190

Rambling - a form of walking that generally takes place in the countryside. 14 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 5 - 18 The United Kingdom is an ideal destination for rambling and hiking holidays. On this exciting tour we will walk through impressive countryside and picturesque villages country house on the edge of Brecon within easy reach of led by experienced, expert hiking guides. Each day there the Brecon Beacons National Park and many fine walking will be a choice of 3 different levels of walks, each areas. The location is perfect for walkers and outdoor designed for the avid walker. The gentle walks will range enthusiasts from 8 - 12 kms with ascents of up to 280m. More Our final 2 nights will be at a centrally located hotel in challenging walks will also be offered daily for those ‘everyone’s favorite city’, London. Our guided touring in interested. London will also be on foot. The first 7 nights will be in the Cotswolds town of Bourton- Tour Highlights: on-the-Water (voted one of England’s prettiest towns), where gentle hills, picture-postcard villages and tempting • Walking the stunning Cotswolds countryside with tea shops combine to make this quintessentially English green rolling hills criss-crossed by countless footpaths countryside perfect for walking. Here we will stay at the • Bath - a UNESCO World Heritage Site Harrington House, which retains many of its stunning original Georgian features - the most breathtaking is the • Stratford-upon-Avon ... Shakespeare’s birthplace sunny walled garden with a landscape of green rolling hills and timeless golden stone villages in the background. • Brecon Beacons National Park We will spend the following 3 nights in Brecon (Wales) - a • London - including The Royal Albert Hall quaint market town at the foot of the Brecon Beacons - an *** Those participating on this walking tour must be able area of sweeping high moorland and beautiful green to complete up to 12 km of walking. valleys. Our hotel, the historic Nythfa House, is a charming

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Tentative Itinerary for Wales and Cotswolds Walks described are the easier option. Harder walks will also be offered each day.

Day 1: Depart. We depart for London Day 8: Along the Gloucestershire Way to Bourton (Walk Day 2: Bourton-on-the Water. We arrive in London and 11.5km with 160m of ascent). We follow the Diamond and transfer to our Country House hotel in the centre of Bourton- the Macmillan Way to Cold Aston, then the Gloucestershire on-the Water. On our guided walking over the next few days Way back to Bourton-on-the-Water. Don’t miss St. George's we’ll discover glorious golden stone villages with thatched church in Hampnett with it's beautiful Victorian stenciling. cottages, mansions, pastoral countryside and quiet country Day 9: Transfer to Brecon, Wales. We depart the Cotswolds lanes. This evening is our Welcome Briefing and Dinner. and make our way to Brecon, arriving at our Country house Day 3: South Along the Windrush Valley (Walk 10.5km with hotel, Nythfa House, for a 3-night stay. The hotel is 120m of ascent). This circular walk begins along the surrounded by hidden coves, breathtaking scenery and some Monarch’s Way reaching the village of Clapton-on-the-Hill. of the best walks in Wales. We return along the Windrush Valley back to Bourton. At the Day 10: Crickhowell (Walk 10.5km with 280m of ascent). end of the walk there's plenty of time to enjoy Bourton-on- Today we explore the green valley of the River Usk, starting the-Water. Visit the speciality shops, relax in one of the near Cwndu - a small vibrant village in the heart of pubs or tea-rooms, or just sit by the river and watch the Carmarthenshire. From here we walk to Tretower, with its world go by. renowned medieval court and castle. Then we follow a path Day 4: The Cotswolds Way to Broadway (Walk 11.5km with across farmland leading to the wooded Cwmbeth Brook 200m of ascent). We walk through rolling Cotswold Valley, finishing in Crickhowell - a picturesque town nestled countryside from Ford to the village of Snowshill, then on in the beautiful Usk Valley at the foot of the Black Mountains. through the fields to Broadway. Our walk ends in the ever- Day 11: Waterfall Country (Walk 10.5km with 240m of popular showpiece village of Broadway, with its beautiful ascent). The waterfalls of the Hepste and Mellte Valleys are cottages of mellow Cotswold stone. truly spectacular. Our walks here will take in a series of Day 5: Stratford-Upon-Avon. We spend the day in these mighty cascades, including Sgwd yr Eira where you Shakespeare country! Our guided tour will include visits to can walk behind the torrent. Starting near Ystradfellte we Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Shakespeare’s Schoolroom follow parts of the Mellte, Nedd Fechan and Pyrddin rivers and Guildhall. Included today is a delicious Cream Tea. with their picturesque waterfalls, finishing along an old There will be free time to explore on our own. industrial tramway to reach Pontneddfechan village. Day 6: Chedworth Roman Villa and Bilbury (Walk 8km with Day 12: Bath / London. Enroute to London we stop in Bath 100m of ascent. We first visit the Roman Villa, then we'll for some free time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage start our walk at Fosse Bridge and follow the valley of the City, famous for its beautiful architecture, Roman Baths River Coln to Bibury. William Morris described Bibury as and fascinating history which has attracted visitors for “the most beautiful village in England”. The much centuries. Later we arrive at our central London hotel. photographed Arlington Row cottages are a real delight. Day 13: London. Located only minutes from our hotel, we Day 7: Through the Cotswolds to Cirencester (Walk walk to the Royal Albert Hall for a guided Grand Tour! 11.5km with 80m of ascent.) We walk from Winstone to Opened in 1871, the Royal Albert Hall is one of London’s take in the three villages all starting with ‘Dunts’ in their most iconic buildings. See the stunning auditorium where name. We'll continue through the fields to Cirencester - the the world’s stars have performed, view the Queen’s private 'capital' of the Cotswolds. If opting for the easy walk you box and visit her private suites, and learn about the Hall’s will have time to explore Cirencester at the end of the walk. rich history and connection with the Royals. The afternoon is There's much of historical interest in what was Roman at leisure to explore “Everybody’s Favourite City”. Our Britain’s second largest city. Farewell Dinner will be at a relaxed local Victorian pub. Day 14: Home. Air Canada takes us home.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air France • First Class and moderate hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily, plus 2 lunches - wine and coffee included with all dinners • Guided walking tour program • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto or Montreal - $5997 • Single supplement - $990 Walking Cinque Terre • Ottawa - add $150 (includes round- trip transport to Montreal’s airport) and the • Vancouver - add $490 • Winnipeg or Halifax - add $590 Amalfi Coast • Calgary or Edmonton - add $790

Spectacular views, charming seaside towns, world-famous cuisine and a relaxing life style 13 DAYS • OCTOBER 13 - 25 are just some of the features that make Italy’s Cinque Terre and Amalfi Coast two of the world’s most visited destinations. The Cinque Terre is known for its spectacular hiking paths Tour Highlights: that link the 5 towns. The Amalfi Coast equally offers • Exploring the 5 towns of the Cinque Terre by way of stunning views, and it also has one of Italy’s largest the famous spectacular walking paths concentration of gardens, villas and museums. This tour is designed for avid walkers and moderate hikers. Each • Full-day guided tour to Camogli, including a boat trip day there will be a choice of two walks, ranging from to San Fruttuoso Abbey and Portofino 5 - 13 kms with ascents averaging 300m, led by • Guided visit of Montepulciano with lunch experienced hiking guides. Our home base for the first 5-nights is the family-run • Excursion to Mount Vesuvius including lunch 3-star Hotel Carla situated near the Ligurian coast in the • Guided visit of Sorrento town of Levanto - known as the hidden gem of the Italian • Sorrento Peninsula and the Land of Sirens Riviera, and considered the gateway of the Cinque Terre. On the Amalfi Coast we’ll stay at the Hotel Caravel - a • Visit of Amalfi and Ravello, and a visit of Villa Rufolo 4-star hotel in Sant’ Agnello, a splendid clifftop town • Santa Maria del Castello circuit to Positano perched along the Sorrentine Peninsula. The hotel and pool are surrounded by greenery and tucked away from *** Those participating on this walking tour must be able traffic - a perfect base from which to explore the region. to complete up to 8 km of walking on varied terrain.

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Tentative Itinerary for Walking Cinque Terre & Amalfi Day 1: Departure. We depart for Florence, via Paris. Day 7: Montepulciano / Castle Madama. We travel inland Day 2: Levanto. Upon arrival in Florence we transfer to Levanto - through Tuscan hills, stopping enroute in one of Tuscany’s our home base for the next 5 nights. loveliest hilltop towns, medieval Montepulciano. Our walking tour of the town will take in elegant Renaissance palaces, Day 3: Ligurian Hills Panoramic Walk (Walk 5km with 250m ancient churches and squares with stunning views over the ascent OR 9km with 520m ascent). For our first walk we take countryside covered by vineyards producing the famous “Vino the train to Monterosso and walk up from there to the ruins of Nobile”. After our included lunch in town we continue to Castle San Antonio Hermitage, for astounding views over the Madama in the region of Lazio for an overnight. Mediterannean Sea and the Cinque Terre. We continue to Cape Mesco for more spectacular views, then through the beautiful Day 8: Mount Vesuvius / Sant’ Agnello. Another scenic day Ligurian countryside to Levanto with it’s fascinating medieval awaits us as we head to the Amalfi Coast. Enroute we will enjoy centre, Castello, Sant’ Andrea Church and lovely beach. There a short walk up the slopes of famous Mount Vesuvius where, if will be free time in Levanto with a possibility to extend your walk the sky is clear, the views over the Bay of Naples are stunning. to the Monte Delle Streghe view point over Levanto Bay. After our visit we will continue to our hotel in Sant’Agnello - a lovely and relaxing base from which to explore the Amalfi Coast. Day 4: Cinque Terre Coastal Path (Walk 6.5km with 215m ascent OR 9.5km with 300m ascent). We travel by train to some Day 9: Sorrento. We walk to Sorrento, renowned for its cliffside of the most picturesque towns of the Cinque Terre. We start with location which offers a great view over the Isle of Capri. On our Corniglia, nestled in the middle of the five towns. Corniglia is visit of the old centre we’ll discover the charming small streets perched on a promontory set away from the sea and is and lovely houses of Renaissance and Baroque architecture. surrounded on three sides by vineyards and terraces. After There will be free time here before returning to our hotel. exploring this charming town we follow the coastal path which Day 10: Terre Delle Sirene (Walk 8km with 120m ascent OR offers spectacular views of Manarola and its harbour embedded 13km with 330m ascent). We proceed to the village of Massa under the cliffs. Then we continue on the Via dell’Amore (Lovers’ Lubrense to start our walk at a picturesque part of the Sorrento Path) to Riomaggiore - so named due to its characteristic tower Peninsula known as “Terra delle Sirene” (Land of Sirens). The homes built along the river. Here we enjoy some free time to shorter walk is through lemon and olive groves to the Roman stroll the narrow streets lined with beautiful pastel coloured ruins in Punta del Capo. The longer loop includes a descent to buildings and tempting cafés. We return by train to Levanto. the charming fishing harbour of Lobra. Day 5: Camogli / Portofino / Santa Margherita (Walk 7km with Day 11: Amalfi / Pontone / Ravello (Walk 7 km with 300m 217m ascent). Today’s excursion takes us along the Italian ascent OR 10 km with 510m ascent). We first explore Amalfi, Riviera and Paradise Gulf - one of the most beautiful stretches designated by UNESCO as a site of Outstanding Mediterranean of the Italian coastline. We travel by train to Camogli - a Landscape. Our walk begins after exploring the old town and its romantic seaside village which was once a large seaport known Arab-Norman cathedral. The shorter walk will go to the as 'the city of a thousand sailing ships'. Then we embark on a delightful hamlet of Pontone set amidst the hills above Amalfi, boat trip to San Frutuosso Bay with its secluded Abbey, and to and later transfer by bus to Ravello. The longer walk will proceed the ancient and sophisticated village of Portofino. Enjoy some by bus to Pogerola where the trail meanders through breath- time here for lunch and to discover the gardens of Castle Brown taking countryside to Ravello. We finish with a visit of Ravello for the best views. We continue by foot to Santa Margherita and and splendid Villa Rufolo’s with its hanging gardens. walk through the town with its basilica and palazzo gardens, Day 12: Positano (Walk 5km with 240 ascent OR 9.5 km with before returning by train to Levanto. 300m ascent). A 30-minute bus ride takes us to Santa Maria del Day 6: Cinque Terre - Vernazza to Monterosso (Walk 6.5km Castello, where we will take a walk with stunning views of the with 330m ascent). Vernazza is perhaps the prettiest of the five whole peninsula. Then we continue to visit the stunning village Cinque Terre villages, with colourful houses winding down to its of Positano, known as Italy’s nearly vertical town. Houses are natural harbour protected by a rocky headland. Choose between built on terraces in Moorish style with flat roofs and balconies two walks to get to Monterosso; either along the famous lower beneath arcades. The town was made popular and fashionable coastal path or on the quieter paths in the hills. Both walks by artists and writers such as John Steinbeck. complete the final section of the coastal path which links the Day 13: Home. There will be time at leisure this morning before five villages. In Monterosso there will be plenty of time to we transfer to the Naples airport for our flight home via Paris. explore the town and shop for local specialties. Senior Discovery Tours 107 francewalk_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:27 AM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air France • First Class and moderate hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily (except for 1 dinner), plus 1 picnic and 1 lunch - wine and coffee included with all dinners • Guided walking tour program • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto or Montreal - $6397 Walking in Provence • Single supplement - $990 • Ottawa - add $150 (includes round- trip transport to Montreal’s airport) and the • Vancouver - add $490 • Winnipeg or Halifax - add $590 French Riviera • Calgary or Edmonton - add $790

This walking tour in Southern France showcases the unspoiled parts of Provence 14 DAYS • OCTOBER 10 - 23 and the French Riviera. Discover picturesque perched villages, spectacular the town is a hiker’s paradise. We will stay at the lovingly landscape of the Southern Alps and Mediterranean Sea restored Hotel Royal Westminster - a 19th century Belle and gorgeous architecture, complemented by delicious Epoque style palace located directly on the seafront freshly prepared local cuisine and wines. Designed for the promenade (all of our rooms are seaview!) avid walkers, each day there will be a choice of two walks, Tour Highlights: ranging from 7 – 16 km with ascents of 100m – 400m, led by experienced hiking guides on good paths (which are • Explore dramatic clifftop villages described as the sometimes rocky underfoot). most beautiful in France. We begin in Provence with 6 nights in charming Gréoux- • Visit of Simiane-La-Rotonde Castle. les-Bains - an ancient Roman town with thermal baths. • Visit of Salagon. Our hotel is the Villa Borghese, a member of the • Visit of Eze Exotic Garden. prestigious Château Demeures de Tradition group. The hotel has beautiful grounds, a spa, an outdoor heated • Enjoy amazing views of the Verdon Gorge - the largest swimming pool shaded by century old oak trees and a canyon in Europe, and of the Provencal Colorado. restaurant renowned for the quality of its regional cuisine. • Visit of Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild We spend the next 6 nights in the French Riviera’s best • An excursion to Italy’s beloved Liguria region kept secret - Menton, known throughout the country as including a typical Italian lunch. “The Pearl of France”. Menton’s old town with its pastel- coloured buildings, fragrant lemon trees and pristine *** Those participating on this walking tour must be able beachfront is a delight. Situated at the base of the Alps, to complete up to 8 km of walking on varied terrain.

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Tentative Itinerary for Walking in Southern France Day 1: Departure. We depart for Marseille via Paris. Day 8: Menton. We proceed to sunny Menton for a 6-night stay. On Day 2: Greoux-Les-Bains. We arrive in Marseille and transfer to our walking tour of this delightful seaside resort we see the lovely Gréoux-les-Bains for a 6-night stay. This evening we enjoy our first pastel-coloured architecture, the old town, the cemetery where delicious dinner in France. many prominent 19th century English and Russian figures are buried and the wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. Day 3: Plateau of Valensole (Walk 5km with 150m ascent OR 9km with 250m ascent). On our first walk we will discover the Day 9: Cap St. Martin / Roquebrune (Walk 8km OR 10km (no charming narrow streets of Gréoux, with its old castle, city walls ascent). After a short transfer to the perched village of and thermal baths. Then a short transfer takes us to the top of the Roquebrune and some time to explore the winding cobbled streets, Valensole Plateau. The scenery on the plateau is magnificent with deep vaulted passages and take in the lovely vistas, we walk wide sweeping vistas of lavender and olive plantations framed by along the Le Corbusier coastal path along Cabbé Beach Promenade towering mountains. Later we enjoy some free time in town or a and around the rugged landscape of the Cap Martin Peninsula - swim at your hotel before tonight’s dinner. home to some of the most beautiful villas on the coast. Day 4: Rustrel / Simiane la Rotonde / Banon (Walk 3km with Day 10: Menton. At leisure in Menton to explore this exquisite 100m ascent OR 5km with 150m ascent). We travel to Rustrel, town, enjoy a swim in the Mediterranean Sea, visit the museum known for its amazing ochre cliffs and small canyons which gave dedicated to the artist Jean Cocteau, or nearby towns like Monaco the village the nickname the “Provencal Colorado”. On our walk or Nice. we will see an incredible succession of rust-coloured rocks, golden Day 11: La Turbie / Eze (Walk 5km with 100m ascent OR 10km cliffs and red earthen chimneys which rise majestically out of the with 300m ascent). Our walk begins in La Turbie. Overlooking the vegetation. Then we visit Simiane-la-Rotonde, listed as one of the Principality of Monaco, this small town resembles a balcony most beautiful villages of Provence. Simiane is a place where hanging over the Mediterranean and seems to float in the sky. The Mediterranean and Alpine influences meet. We will enjoy a visit of tall Trophee d’Auguste built 2,000 years ago for the glory of the medieval castle and free time to wander the charming streets Emperor Augustus is impressive while the rest of the town, with of the village. Our last stop will be in the quaint village of Banon, its medieval vaulted passageways, bell tower and baroque renowned for its goat cheeses. We will sample some specialties at fountains is enchanting. Then walk on the trail towards Eze - a a goat cheese factory. fine 14th century village built on a hill. We’ll enjoy a visit of the Day 5: Forcalquier / Mourres Plateau / Abbey of Salagon (Walk exotic garden and magnificent views over the coast. 7km with 200m ascent OR 11km with 400m ascent). We begin at Day 12: Cap Ferrat / Villa Ephrussi (Walk 5km with 100m ascent the picturesque hilltop town of Forcalquier - home to one of the OR 10km with 150m ascent). Our last walk is on the picturesque largest and liveliest Provencal markets. We will explore the hiking path along the rocky seaside from Beaulieu and around the market, then visit a typical olive mill and take in the gorgeous main peninsula of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. We pass magnificent views over the Luberon landscape. Then we proceed with our walk villas and see how unspoiled Cap Ferrat has remained. We on the Mourres plateau. where mushroom shaped formations conclude our walk with a visit of the Villa Ephrussi - home of the resemble human faces - a true geological wonder! We finish the Rothschild family. The villa’s opulent furnishings, garden with day with a visit of the Abbey of Salagon - a peaceful 13th century musical dancing fountains and views of the Mediterranean are priory with lovely theme gardens. breathtaking – a wonderful way to end our journey! Day 6: Moustiers Sainte Marie (Walk 6km with 100m ascent OR Day 13: Italy / Dolceacqua / Aprical. We cross into Italy for a 10km with 350m ascent). We walk along the ridge above the beautiful day of sightseeing. We first discover the beautifully Moustiers-Ste-Marie, listed as one of the Most Beautiful Villages preserved medieval town of Dolceacqua located in the Lugarian of France. The town has ancient gates, medieval architecture, Hills. The town towns enchant visitors with its scenic bridges and pottery shops and a gorgeous location at the base of rocky cliffs. small houses that circle the Castello dei Doria. French painter Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Provencal Alps and Lake Sainte Claude Monet immortalized the town in one of his famous Croix as we walk on the old Roman path down towards the village. paintings. We will enjoy a typical Italian lunch at a local Day 7: Verdon Gorges (Walk 8km with 150m ascent OR 16km restaurant featuring fresh locally grown food. Later we visit the with 550m ascent). We head to the village of Quinson for a scenic perched village of Aprical - surrounded by forested hills it is on walk along the lower Verdon Gorges. The walkway follows an old the list of the 'Most Beautiful Villages in Italy'. Tonight enjoy a canal previously used to carry drinking water to Aix-en-Provence. farewell cocktail followed by dinner. The views of the turquoise waters of the Canal are wonderful. We Day 14: Home. We fly back to Canada via Paris. return to Gréoux where the rest of the day will be at leisure. Senior Discovery Tours 109 austriawalk_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:32 AM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class hotels (7-nights Country Spa hotel in Austria, 2-nights centrally located hotel in Munich) • Breakfast daily and 8 dinners • Guided walking tour program • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: • per person, double occupancy, Walking in from Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal or Halifax ... $5197 the Austrian Alps • Single Supplement - $790 • Winnipeg, Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton - add $90

An unforgettable walking experience through the unspoiled natural beauty of the Tyrolean 11 DAYS • AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 9 mountains. Revel in views of snow-capped peaks towering over picture-perfect villages nestling in green valleys. Tour Highlights: Walk beside crystal clear lakes and through flower-filled • Scenic walks on well groomed paths meadows, stopping at welcoming cafes to treat yourself to coffee and apple strudel. • Discover wildflower meadows Relax at the end of the day at our hotel, the Hotel Kristall - • Experience Austrian cafe culture a friendly, First Class family run country spa hotel in Weidach, in the heart of Austria’s Tyrol region. The hotel • Meals made from locally sourced ingredients (free offers not only warm Austrian hospitality, but also some of range and organic where possible) the best walking in Europe right on the doorstep. • Luxurious wellness centre with two indoor swimming On this exciting new tour, designed for the experienced pools, Jacuzzi, Finnish sauna and Turkish steam bath walker, there will be a choice of 2 walks per day, ranging (while in Weidach) from 8-16km with daily ascents between 120-390m. • Walking tour of Innsbruck Part of our walk will be on the Seefeld Plateau (Olympia Region). Seefeld hosted the Winter Olympics in 1964 and • Farewell Dinner at Munich’s Hofbrauhaus 1976, and more recently it hosted the first Winter Junior *** Those participating on this walking tour must be able Olympics in 2012. There are 150km of well groomed to complete up to 16km of walking walking trails criss-crossing the plateau, and many restaurants and leisure facilities offering a warm welcome.

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Tentative Itinerary for Walking in the Austrian Alps Walks described are the easier option. Harder walks will also be offered each day.

Day 1: Depart. We depart for Munich. steep, rocky hillsides are covered in coniferous forests and open pasture land. Our destination is the lovely Gaistalalm Day 2: Weidach. We arrive in Munich and transfer to our Hut, where we can relax, enjoy refreshments and take in our hotel in Weidach, Austria. This evening our Walk Leaders beautiful surroundings before returning via the old riding will explain more about our walks, we will get acquainted trails to our starting point. and enjoy our Welcome Dinner. Day 8: The Wildmoos Plateau. Walk 11km with 240m of Day 3: The Leutasch Valley. Walk 9.5km with 120m of ascent. We take a bus ride to Buchen, then walk downhill to ascent. We walk from the hotel, quickly reach Lake the Ropferstub’m - a beautiful country inn nestled in an Weidachsee and then proceed through the woodland which idyllic Alpen setting. Here we may visit the farming museum cloaks many of the hills. We continue down the valley with and admire the wonderful views along the Inn Valley. Then beautiful flat green pastures on one side and the we have a steady ascent, cross the golf course, then Wetterstein Mountains looking down on us from the descend to the Lottensee-hutte (a small hut selling Tyrolean Leutasch Valley, before finishing at the Hubertushof Hotel specialities). We continue along the edge of the golf course, for afternoon cake. through woods to arrive at the Wildmoosalm Alpen hut. Day 4: The Leutasch Spirit. Walk 11km with minimal Here, we can soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the ascent. After a short bus journey we start this walk in the hospitality of a typical Tyrolean hut before we take the bus hamlet of Reindlau. We follow the river path as it gently back to Weidach. meanders its way through the Unter-Leutasch, looking Day 9: Innsbruck / Munich. With fond memories we say across the valley to the magnificent mountain scenery. We ‘auf wiedersehn’ to the Pfeffel family at the Hotel Kristall. will cross flower-filled meadows and eventually reach the We embark on a full day of touring the scenic valleys of highlight of the walk - the gorge. From the gorge we Austria, and on through the Alps into Bavaria. Our first stop descend to the foot of the hills and walk into Mittenwald. is Ambras Castle, high in the hills above Innsbruck, to There will be time to explore this lovely Alpen town with its discover the castle’s long history as well as the wonderful colourful painted houses and violin-making history before collections on display (including some of the most we return to our hotel by bus. important cultural works in Austria). Then we join our local Day 5: Mosern and Moserer-See. Walk 8km with 180m of guide for a walking tour of the historic centre of Innsbruck, ascent. We begin by exploring Seefeld and wander through and follow in the footsteps of great princes and baroque the village to the church and ‘Parish Hill’. We gradually monarchs. Our final stop is Swarovski Crystal World, to view ascend the partially wooded slopes with lovely views to the this unique building, the stunning exhibitions and gardens. east of the flat plateau, and further afield the Karwendel Finally we cross the border into Germany and onward to our Ridge. Moserer-See (lake) nestles in a sheltered, idyllic spot hotel in central Munich. above Mosern, and is ideal for swimming. Here we can have Day 10: Munich. During the day we are on our own to explore a leisurely lunch and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. A Munich’s fascinating attractions, world-class museums, short, steep descent brings us into the centre of Mosern. beer gardens and the lively Marienplatz - the heart of Day 6: Day at Leisure. With the villages of Seefeld and picturesque Old Downtown Munich which is home to the Mittenwald close by and accessible by public bus from famous Glockenspiel (carillon). This evening we enjoy a Weidach, you might want to explore their lovely shops and night tour of Munich, finishing at The Munich Hofbrauhaus - restaurants or take a cable car (chair lift) in Seefeld to the unarguably the world’s most famous beer hall, for an top of the mountain. Keep in mind our hotel offers full evening of German food and music - a perfect way to end leisure and spa facilities. this memorable tour! Day 7: The Gaistal Valley. Walk 8km with 150m of ascent. Day 11: Home. We fly home from Munich. Our walk heads west paralleling the Leutascher River. The

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class hotels • Full breakfast & dinner daily. 1 lunch. - wine and coffee with all dinners • Guided walking tour program • All tour inclusions on the inside cover Walking the COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $7197

Italian • Single Supplement - $1390 • Montreal, Ottawa, Halifax, and French Alps Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $90

On this exhilirating walking tour we take in the spectacular fall scenery in the Italian Alps’ 12 DAYS • SEPTEMBER 1 - 12 Valle d’Aoste region and the Haute Savoie region of the French Alps. marvellous sight! Annecy’s location in the heart of the Each day there will be a choice of two walks ranging from mountains makes this a coveted area for walkers, who will 5 - 12km with ascents of 125m - 650m which should pose also enjoy the peaceful serenity of its pristine lake and no difficulties for experienced walkers. canals. Our home base here is the perfectly situated Hotel We begin with 5-nights in the Italian high-mountain Carlton - a lovely decorated 4-star hotel located in the retreat of Cogne, nestled within the soaring peaks of the heart of town steps away from Lake Annecy, the old town Alps overlooking the wide green valley meadow of Sant' and shopping district. Orso. This sheltered, sunny position is an ideal base for Tour Highlights: exploring the region’s unspoiled natural beauty, including • National Park rivers, forests, waterfalls and the wonderful Gran Paradiso National Park. We will stay at the 4-star Hotel Sant’ Orso • Lillaz Waterfall and Valleile Valley – a typical Alpine-style hotel with cozy rooms, a restaurant • Guided tour of Aosta, and a tasting of local specialties serving fresh local produce and a spa with a heated pool • Cable car ride to the summit of l’Aiguille du Midi overlooking the breathtaking Massif of Gran Paradiso. • Annecy tour and Annecy Castle We spend the next 5-nights in the stunningly beautiful French town of Annecy on the northern tip of Lake Annecy. • Boat ride on Lake Annecy The town is dubbed the "Venice of the Alps", due to the • Hiking the Bauges and Aravis Mountain Ranges many canals that weave along its cobbled streets past colourful medieval houses and bustling cafes - a *** Those participating on this walking tour must be able to complete up to 8 km of walking on varied terrain. 112 Senior Discovery Tours alpswalk_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:33 AM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Walking the Italian and French Alps Day 1: Departure. We depart for Geneva. Day 7: Chamonix / Annecy. A spectacular day of sightseeing as we transfer to Annecy via Chamonix - capital Day 2: Cogne, Italy. Upon arrival in Geneva we enjoy a scenic drive with lunch included en route to our hotel in of the French Alps. In Chamonix we will take a cable car to Cogne, Italy (about a 2 and 1/2 hour drive). reach the Plan de l’Aiguille at 7600 feet. From here we admire the Bossons Glacier, the Aiguille Verte and du Drus. Day 3: Gran Paradiso National Park and Valnontey Valley We then take a 2nd cable-car which whisks us high above (Walk 7km with 125m ascent OR 11km with 350m ascent). the ice pinnacles and glaciers to an altitude of 2400 feet in Today we will enjoy a loop walk at the foot of the Gran just 10 minutes! Afterwards we continue to Annecy. Paradiso Giant Glaciers. We start walking from the hotel and enter the Gran Paradiso National Park - created in 1856 Day 8: Annecy (Walk 6km - flat). On our walking tour of by King Vittorio Emanuele III as a conservation area to Annecy we learn about the fascinating history of this protect the Alpine Ibex (mountain goat) that was on the beautiful town. We’ll stroll along the picturesque canals and verge of extinction. First we will walk through the village of visit Annecy Castle perched dramatically above the old Valnontey, then Pra Su Pia and on to Vermianaz. The local town. Once the residence of the count of Geneva, the architecture is charming, and with a bit of luck we can restored 13th century castle is now home to several observe local wildlife like the afore-mentioned Ibex or the exhibits. Later we take a scenic boat trip on Annecy Lake majestic Golden Eagle. and disembark in the village of Sevrier where we take a leisurely walk along the lake to enjoy more of the local flora Day 4: Valeille Valley / Lillaz Waterfalls (Walk 8km with and fauna. 250m ascent OR 12km with 470m ascent). We enter the wide Valley of Valeille which is dominated by glaciers. The Day 9: Bauges Mountains (Walk 6km with 300m ascent OR views of the mountain known as Torre del Gran San Pietro 12km with 600m ascent). After a short transfer to the (Tower of the Great Saint Peter) are spectacular as we walk southern part of Annecy Lake we walk at the base of the towards Lillaz Waterfalls through a lush forest. The rushing Bauges Mountains. Here we will have a choice between waters of the waterfall and dense foliage offer a cool retreat walking to the Col de la Frasse or to La Cochette. Both - a magical oasis that attracts colourful songbirds and walks offer a beautiful panoramic view of the area. plenty of wildlife. See the white water crashing through deep Day 10: Glieres Plateau (Walk 5km with 300m ascent OR gorges and plummeting into mirror-like streams far below. 12km with 450m ascent). We travel to the nearby Plateau Glières, which means a ‘rocky and sandy plateau without Day 5: Aosta. On today’s walking tour we will discover the regional capital - Aosta, which has a 2000-year-old history. rivers’. The plateau was an important site of the French This charming town is surrounded by jagged alpine peaks, Resistance during WWII and of the Battle of Glières. Now and was once an important Roman settlement whose the plateau is dotted with farms and stables, and is architectural remains are well preserved. We will stroll renowned for its lovely trails. On the higher areas overlooking through the ancient town, tasting local specialities along the plateau, wildlife like the Ibex are easy to spot. the way. There will be free time to explore the small streets, Day 11: Aravis Range (Walk 6km with 250m ascent OR alleyways and quaint shops on our own. This is a great 8km with 500m ascent). We travel to the Aravis Mountain place to experience “La Dolce Vita”! Range and the Colombière Pass for today’s walking. Enjoy the closer view of the Mont Blanc Massif and some Day 6: Grauson Valley and Crouzet Village (Walk 8km with spectacular vistas along the way. From Peyre Lake, those 250m ascent OR 12km with 650m ascent). After a short transfer we begin walking to the Grauson Valley, from where wanting to extend their walk may climb up to Balafrasse we enjoy a breathtaking view of the whole Gran Paradiso Ridge for wonderful views. Tonight we will savour a typical and its towering summit at 13,320 feet. From here we ‘Raclette’ for our Farewell Dinner – a perfect way to end our continue through a forest of beautiful Larch pines, with wonderful journey. needles that turn a magnificent gold in autumn, and vibrant Day 12: Home. We bid farewell to the Alps and transfer to berry-red cones. We finish the day discovering some of the the nearby Geneva airport for our flight home. quaint villages this region is known for. Senior Discovery Tours 113 italybike_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:19 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class hotel • Full breakfast and dinner daily, plus 4 lunches. Wine and water included with dinners • Rental of a modern Electric Bicycle (regular bicycles are also available) • Supporting vehicle for all rides, and expert riding guides • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto ... $5997 Cycling Tuscany • Single Supplement - $790 • Ottawa, Montreal or Halifax - add $90 by E-Bike • Winnipeg - add $190 • Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton - add $290

Tuscany is well known for its stunning panoramic vistas, quaint villages, winding 9 DAYS • OCTOBER 2 - 10 country roads and vineyard covered hills, and so it is considered a perfect destination to explore by bicycle (especially by an E-bike!) The total distance we will cover will be 160 kms. (averaging 40 kms per cycling days) with a total ascent of Tuscany’s rolling hills and valleys are covered in grape 1500 meters. Sightseeing will include the spectacular vines, cypress trees, olive groves, old stone farm houses Chianti region, medieval Siena, the charming village of and medieval hilltop villages. Although the terrain can be Monteriggioni, traditional Lucca, Pisa with its leaning challenging, we have provided for this by arranging all tower, the typically Tuscan towns of San Gimignano and E-Bikes for this special program (electric bicycles, also Volterra, and romantic Florence. known as “Booster Bikes”). E-bikes have an integrated electric motor which can be turned on and off whenever Our home base will be Tavarnelle Val Di Pessa, a village in the cyclist needs a boost. Why not have the pleasure of the middle of the countryside with rows of vineyards and cycling this fantastic region with the benefit of some extra cypresses surrounded by spectacular views. It is ideally power when you need it? In combination with the cycling situated midway between Florence and Siena, near to the excursions there will be scenic coach travel and enriching “must see” towns of San Gimignano and Monteriggioni. walking tours in the main city centres. A specialized bike We will stay 7 nights at the Hotel Bogo Di Cortefeda, a guide will accompany us for all our cycling adventures 4-star superior property with spacious and comfortably and the walking tours will feature local guides who will furnished guest rooms. The hotel restaurant serves enlighten us as to all the wonderful highlights unique to traditional Tuscan cuisine and regional wines. each city we visit. *** The tour will be limited to 25 participants who must be fit and active. 114 Senior Discovery Tours italybike_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:19 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Cycling Tuscany by E-Bike

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Rome. by some free time before continuing to the picturesque village of Lari, home to Europe’s smallest pasta factory. Day 2: Tuscany. We arrive in Rome and transfer to our We will learn about the ancient and strictly Italian art of hotel in Tavarnelle, our home in the Tuscan countryside for pasta, with a chance to purchase special traditional the next 7 nights. There will be an orientation meeting products. with our local bike guide before our Welcome Dinner this evening. Day 7: Chianti Valley. Today we explore the best kept secrets of the Chianti region as we E-Bike through Day 3: Siena / Monteriggioni. Today we make our first vineyards, past magnificent cypresses and hidden venture on our E-Bikes to the magical Chianti region and “Borghi“ (small communities). We will reach Gaiole, an the little village of Monteriggioni, perched on a hill enchanting place where we will learn everything about the surrounded by a wall made famous in Dante‘s Divine Italian art of wine growing and production. After a wine Comedy. From here we travel by coach to Siena, one of tasting with local snacks, we continue through the the most beautiful towns in this region. We will enjoy a Chianti Valley, at the end of our day returning to our hotel typical lunch at one of the popular local restaurants, by coach. followed by a walking tour to discover the charming maze of medieval streets that surround the famous shell- Day 8: Signa / Florence. Any holiday in Tuscany would not shaped main square of Piazza del Campo and the historic be complete without a visit to the art and cultural centre. metropolis of Florence. We will drive part way by coach then ride our E-Bikes in to Florence from the surrounding Day 4: Pisa / Lucca. Lucca is a traditional Tuscan city hills to appreciate beautiful views of the wonderful city with well-preserved medieval city walls and many skyline. The cathedral of Florence dominates the interesting sights, including the San Marino Cathedral. cityscape, together with the Campanile and the We travel by coach to Lucca to enjoy a walking tour of the baptistery, forming one of the most recognizable views in city, also known as the “open-air museum of Tuscany” for Italy. We will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before its abundance of impressive monuments. We will indulge embarking on a walking tour. We then ride our E-Bikes in a wonderful sampling of local products during a through picturesque villages and hamlets to the typical farmhouse lunch before we continue to Pisa. On our Tuscan town of Signa, where we meet our coach to drive walking tour of this charming town we see the impressive back to our hotel. This evening is our Farewell Dinner. cathedral, the baptistery and, of course, the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa (entrance optional). Day 9: Home. We fly transfer to the Rome airport for our flight home. Day 5: San Gimignano. This morning we depart on our E-Bike tour through the typical hilly countryside of Tuscany with its cypresses, vineyards, country houses, castles and medieval villages. Our destination is San Gimignano where we will have a treasure hunt to discover the unique hidden corners of the historical center. We will return by E-Bike back to our hotel in the afternoon. Day 6: Volterra / Lari. We travel by coach to the alabaster city of Volterra, a former Etruscan settlement located on a rise with a splendid view of the surroundings. We will have a walking tour of the most important sights followed

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air France • Accommodation in Lower Deck cabins. Moderate riverboat • First Class hotel in Bordeaux • All meals throughout the tour, except for 2 lunches. Wine with all dinners. • Rental of a modern high quality bicycle. E-bikes available (cost supplement) • All tour inclusions listed on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto (regular bike) ... $5297 • Single supplement - $790 Bordeaux • E-bike supplement - $190 • Montreal - add $90. Vancouver - add $290 Boat and Bike • Ottawa - add $250 (includes round-trip transportation to Montreal’s airport) • Winnipeg, Calgary or Halifax - add $590 (or E-Bike) • Edmonton - add $790.

Bordeaux is in the sun drenched, south- western part of France, and is one of France’s 11 DAYS • OCTOBER 4 - 14 most beautiful and beloved regions. It is one of the most famous wine growing regions in the The cuisine on board our ship is outstanding and menus world. The vineyards that cover its rolling hills have for will include regional specialties, made from fresh local centuries produced France’s most remarkable wines. ingredients. The bar on board offers a wide variety of local Bordeaux is also known as France’s most bicycle-friendly wines to enjoy with dinner or during cocktail hour! region. On this “Boat and Bike’ tour we will ride on After each day’s adventure we’ll return to our comfortable carefully chosen routes, rated Easy to Moderate, through floating hotel - the MS Bordeaux, a moderate ship with an beautiful towns, villages and countryside, with cycling intimate ambience (maximum capacity of 80 guests). The distances ranging from 35 – 50 km per day during the ship has all modern amenities including observation cruise portion. The terrain varies, although the route is decks, large panoramic windows, lounges and a bar. For generally flat along the river and through the vineyards. the non-cyclists, you can opt to relax on board and enjoy There are a few long, gradual hills, and a few steeper short the ships’ amenities while cruising to the next town. climbs out of the river valleys. Our expert cycling guides After our cruise we will stay 2 nights in the city of will take us through the famous wine regions, often with a Bordeaux - the cultural heart of the region. This UNESCO chance to taste some of the local wines enroute. Choose World Heritage Site has grand architecture, tempting between a standard bicycle or upgrade to an E-bike for cafe s and shops and superb museums. Included is an those who want that extra boost for the hills! ́ excursion to the beautiful Bay of Arcachon on the coast. Bordeaux not only offers the finest wines, it is also home *** The tour will be limited to 25 participants who must be to some of France’s finest and distinct culinary experiences. fit and active. 116 Senior Discovery Tours francebike_Layout 1 1/9/2019 9:31 AM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Bordeaux Boat and Bike Day 1: Depart. We depart for Bordeaux with a change in Paris. Capuchine Market (perhaps with a tasting of wine and oysters), the Basilica and the Pont de Pierre (the city’s first Day 2: Libourne. We arrive and transfer to Libourne where we bridge, built by Napoleon). We also see the Big Bell of Pey board our ship, the MS Bordeaux. Take a warm-up ride along Berlan, the Golden Triangle the Water Mirror and more. There the Dordogne River, or enjoy this town known as “the little will be free time for shopping and wine tastings. Bordeaux”. This evening we enjoy our Welcome Cocktail and Dinner. Day 7: Loupiac / Graves / Sauternes (Cycle 35-50 kms). Today we discover the Sauternes region, where sweet dessert Day 3: Libournais and Saint-Emilion Vineyards (Cycle 21 – wines are made. We’ll enjoy the view from Sainte-Croix du 43 km). We explore Libourne and the well-known vineyards of Mont before viewing the grave of painter Henri de Toulouse- Saint-Emilion and Pomerol. Saint-Emilion is a stunning Lautrec in the lovely town of Verdelais. Then the route follows medieval UNESCO World Heritage town, with surrounding the winding banks of the Ciron River, past the famous vineyards. The views here are wonderful, and the Monolithic vineyards of Château Guiraud, Clos Haut Peyraguey and many Church is a monument not to be missed! As we continue more. The fortified medieval village of Cadillac is in the region riding on picturesque back roads we will see some of the of Graves, and is known as the birthplace of Bordeaux wines. famous châteaux, such as Angelus with its special bells. Day 8: Castets-en-Dorthe / Entre-Deux-Mers (Cycle 27-46 Day 4: Cotes de Bourg Vineyards / Citadelle of Blaye (Cycle km). The first town we visit is the lovely Saint Macaire with its 25 – 41 km). This region offers hilly landscapes covered with wonderful gate and walls. Here we may visit the former home vines and dotted with scattered fairy tale chateaux and manor of the writer Francois Mauriac, and enjoy a wine tasting at a houses. There are many opportunities to discover great wines château. Then we ride along corn and sunflower fields to La and Châteaux such as Monconseil-Gazin, Eyquem and Réole, crossing an Eiffel-style bridge over the Garonne River. Marquis de Vauban to name a few! We’ll enjoy a ride on The This town is famous because in 1190 Richard the Lionheart, Gironde Corniche - a calm and beautiful road with beautiful on his way to the Holy Land, gave the town hall building to manors on one side and gardens on the other. In Blaye we’ll thank the locals for their loyalty to the English crown. This loop through the Citadelle of Blaye - a Vauban Fortress built historic town holds two castles, an impressive church and by Louis XIV (the Sun King) and now a UNESCO World Heritage narrow cobblestoned streets. Then the bike path takes us Site. Visit the underground passages of the Citadelle to along the Canal de la Garonne, built in Napoleon times. From understand the history and purpose of the Fortress. In Plassac here you may return to the ship or ride to Meilhan-sur-Garonne we can visit the Gallo-Roman villa and its museum. Back in for its amazing scenery. Bourg we’ll stop at a typical historic wash house before returning to the ship. Day 9: Castets-en-Dorthe / Disembarkation. We disembark our ship and proceed on a coach tour to the Bay of Arcachon, Day 5: Médoc (Cycle 42 km). We spend the morning in the on the Atlantic coast. The bay has unique geological features, Médoc wine region - one of the most famous in the world! some of which are natural preservation areas. It also has We’ll ride near Château Lamothe Bergeron and Cru Bourgeois Europe’s longest and highest sand dune, which reaches a du Médoc - famous for wine tourism. Enroute we’ll see mind-boggling 107 meters high! There will be some free time numerous famous villas and châteaux, and there will be many to explore the area and have lunch on your own (perhaps try chances to stop, taste and learn about wine classification and the oysters the region is famous for!) before continuing to our the wine making process. Back on the ship, we sail on the hotel in Bordeaux for a 2-night stay. Garonne River to the majestic city of Bordeaux, and enjoy the city’s best panorama of the “Port of The Moon”, the Pont de Day 10: Bordeaux. A full day at leisure to further explore Pierre, Place de La Bourse and the beautiful Quais which lead Bordeaux. Perhaps visit the La Cite du Vin (a museum entirely to the historical wine merchant area - the Quai des Chartrons, dedicated to wine) or relax and people watch by the Place de which have been transformed into shops and restaurants. la Bourse in the city square. Your Tour Manager will be on hand to offer suggestions. Tonight is our Farewell Dinner. Day 6: Bordeaux Bike Tour (Cycle 16 km). Bordeaux is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its numerous historic Day 11: Home. We bid “au revoir” to France and fly home via buildings, palaces and hidden gems. We’ll walk into the city Paris. via La Porte Cailhau (the royal entrance) and visit the Senior Discovery Tours 117 cruisesS_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:08 PM Page 1

Cruises 2019 (as previously advertised)

The following cruise programs have all been described in detail in one of our previous brochures. Should you wish a detailed description of any of these programs, please call our office. All prices listed are for Toronto departures.

ALASKA CRUISE on the Island Princess plus stay in Vancouver. 9 days departing July 10. From $3997 (Inside Cabin) - $5397 (Balcony Cabin) • Glacier Bay • Hubbard Glacier • Skagway • Juneau • Ketchikan • Vancouver overnight and tour

ALASKA CRUISE AND TOUR on the Coral Princess 11 days departing all summer. From $4797 (Inside Cabin) - $6797 (Balcony Cabin) • 7 night cruise (ports of call as per ALASKA CRUISES above) and 3 nights land tour • Mt. McKinley • Denali National Park • McKinley Express scenic rail to Whittier

SPACE THEMED TRANS-ATLANTIC ON THE QUEEN MARY II, PLUS LONDON 12 days departing September 23. From $4997 (Inside Cabin) - $5997 (Balcony Cabin) • 8 night cruise • 2 nights First Class hotel in London • ‘First Run’ West End show • London sightseeing

BRITISH ISLES AND IRELAND CRUISE on the Crown Princess plus stay in London. 15 days departing April 30 and August 16. From $5497 (Inside Cabin) - $7497 (Balcony Cabin) • Channel Islands • Cork • Dublin • Belfast • Glasgow • Invergordon • Edinburgh • Normandy (France)

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WINE THEMED MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE on the Queen Victoria. 17 days. Departs September 5. $6797 (inside cabin) - $8397 (balcony cabin). • Spain • Italy • France • Gibraltar • London overnight

BALTIC CRUISE (SCANDINAVIA AND ) on the Regal Princess plus stay in Copenhagen. 14 days departing May 20 and August 16. From $6197 (Inside Cabin) - $8097 (Balcony Cabin) • Oslo • Berlin • Estonia • St. Petersburg (Russia) • Helsinki • Stockholm

SEVEN COUNTRY DANUBE CRUISE on the MS River Discovery II plus stay in BUCHAREST. 13 days departing September 28. From $6797 - $7997. All “outside” cabins • 10 night cruise • Excursions included in Vienna (Austria), Bratislava (Slovakia), Budapest (Hungary), Osijek (Croatia), NoviSad and Belgrade (Serbia), Vidin (Bulgaria) and Bucharest (Romania)

1 WEEK DANUBE CRUISE on the MS Amadeus Brilliant and 1 week AUSTRIAN SPA. 16 days departing September 5. $7997 (Haydn Deck) - $8997 (Mozart Deck) • Hungary • Austria • Slovakia • First Class spa in the Austrian Alps • Many excursions included!

RHINE RIVER CRUISE on the MS AmaPrima, plus 4 nights Lucerne and Zurich (Switzerland). 13 days departing May 27 and September 16. From $7997 - $10497. All “outside” cabins. • Amsterdam • Germany • Strasbourg (France) • Most Shore Excursions Included!

FJORDS OF NORWAY (MIDNIGHT SUN) on the Sapphire Princess plus stay in London. 17 days departing June 14. $6997 (Inside Cabin) - $8997 (Balcony Cabin) • Stavenger • Geiranger • Sognefjord • Bergen • Trondheim • Hellesylt • Tromso • Lofoten Islands

DOURO (PORTUGAL) RIVERCRUISE on the MS AmaDouro, plus stay in Lisbon. 12 days departing September 24. From $7997 (Douro Deck) - $9797 (Porto Deck). All “outside” cabins. • Sintra • Fatima • Porto • Barca d’Alva • Salamanca (Spain) • Pinhao • Regua

RUSSIAN WATERWAYS on the MS Tikhi Don. 12 days departing July 26. From $8797 - $9997. All “outside” cabins • Moscow • St. Petersburg • Uglich • Yaroslavl • Goritsy • Kizhi Island

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • Cruise as described, port taxes, all meals daily, all activities and entertainment • First Class hotel in New York (in central Manhattan) including breakfast, dinner and a city tour • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto or Montreal • Inside Cabin (various decks) ....$3797 • Balcony Cabin (Lido or Marina Deck) ...... $4497 • Deluxe Balcony Cabin (various decks) ...... $4797

Fall Foliage Cruise • Single Supplement - add 50% to costs above • Ottawa - add $90. • Halifax - add $190 aboard the Regal Princess *** Add-ons below include a Toronto overnight on the outbound flight

plus New York City • Calgary or Edmonton - add $390 • Winnipeg or Vancouver - add $490

This cruise, which begins and ends in New York City, sails along the New England 9 DAYS • OCTOBER 5 - 13 coastline, and back through Canada's Maritime Provinces, showing us the Dining on this ship has set new standards with three spectacular array of fall colours, with plenty of main dining rooms, a 24-hour indoor/outdoor Lido opportunities for sightseeing in some of North restaurant for casual evenings, an outdoor grill, pizzeria, America's most historic cities. Sabatini's Italian Trattoria, Crown Grill, a patisserie, wine We will sail aboard one of the grandest ships in the and caviar bar and gelateria. Princess Line, the Regal Princess. With features never The staterooms are spacious and exquisitely furnished. seen before, this floating resort is the “creme de la All rooms have twin beds that easily convert to a queen creme” of cruise ships. Facilities of the ship include three size bed if required, TV with in-house movies, individual state-of-the-art show lounges for evening entertainment, climate control, refrigerator, telephone, in-room safe and "Movies under the Stars" outdoor theatre, a casino, bathrooms with showers only. 3 swimming pools and 6 whirlpools. Take a walk on the Following our cruise we will enjoy an overnight at a hotel Seawalk - a glass walkway hovering over the ocean. The in the heart of Manhattan, including a guided city tour, an ultra deluxe glass-walled health centre is on the upper afternoon at leisure and our Farewell Dinner. deck with panoramic views. * All shore excursions are optional, and may be purchased in advance on Princess Cruises’ website, or onboard the ship. 120 Senior Discovery Tours fallcruise_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:15 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Fall Foliage Cruise and New York

Day 1: Departure / Embarkation. We depart for New York Day 6: Halifax, Nova Scotia. The capital of Nova Scotia and upon arrival we transfer to our floating resort, the is a charming mix of old and new. You may wish to visit Regal Princess. This evening we enjoy our first delicious the Citadel – the fortress guarding the city and harbour, dinner on board. or perhaps an excursion to Peggy’s Cove – home to the most photographed lighthouse in the world. Day 2: Newport, Rhode Island. The lovely New England town of Newport is best known for its opulent mansions Day 7: At Sea. Relax and enjoy all of the activities and (many of which are now museums) built by America’s rich entertainment on board our ship. and famous in the 1890’s. This is a delightful town in which to stroll. Day 8: New York City. We disembark the ship in New York and embark on our half day city sightseeing tour, Day 3: Boston. America’s most historic city offers such during which we will see Times Square, Central Park, the legendary attractions as Paul Revere’s home, Beacon Hill Empire State Building and many other well known sights. and the Bunker Hill Monument. After our tour we proceed to our hotel, the Hampton Inn Manhattan Empire State Building. The afternoon is at Day 4: Bar Harbor, Maine. Bar Harbor is Maine’s best leisure. Our hotel is located in the heart of mid-town known ocean resort. Follow the scenic loop road through Manhatten - convenient for exploring the city. This Acadia National Park or visit the Abbe Native Museum and evening is our Farewell Dinner. trace Indian history. Day 9: Home. After breakfast we transfer to the airport Day 5: Saint John, New Brunswick. We cruise up the Bay where Air Canada takes us home. of Fundy to the loyalist city of Saint John. Here you will delight in the historic waterfront, high cliffs overlooking the sea, solitary lighthouses and rugged scenery. Enjoy a stroll along the Loyalist Trail.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge • Cruise as described, port taxes, all tipping, all meals daily, all activities & entertainment • All tour inclusions on the inside cover 15-Day Circle COST: per person, double occupancy, Caribbean Cruise from Toronto, Montreal or Halifax • Inside Cabin (various decks) ...... $4497 aboard the Caribbean Princess • Outside Cabin (obstructed view) Emerald Deck...... $4597 • Outside Cabin (clear view) Plaza Deck...... $4997 • Outside Cabin with private balcony Riviera or Lido Deck ...... $5797

• Single Supplement - add 50% to costs above *** All add-ons below include a Toronto overnight on the outbound flight. • Ottawa or Halifax - add $190 • Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $290 Come cruise with us to some of the most exciting ports of call in the Caribbean aboard 15 DAYS • NOVEMBER 6 - 20, 2019 the Grand Class Caribbean Princess. Grand Class ships are the most beautiful and spacious in the Princess fleet. They have more of everything you would Staterooms are spacious and well appointed with twin beds expect in a 5-star floating resort - more spacious (convertible to queen size), TV, phone, safe, hair dryer, staterooms, more dining and entertainment options and climate control, fridge, spacious closets and a private more services, amenities and activities. bathroom with shower only. Go for a swim in one of the pools; have a sauna and From after-dinner drinks in one of the elegant lounges, to massage in the spa; enjoy the aerobics and dance classes; first-run films, to the excitement of the casino, to a enjoy the commentary on history and highlights of the ports midnight dance or stroll on deck, there is evening by the on-board experts, which will help you decide on entertainment to suit every mood. The specialty is the optional excursions. Or you may just want to relax in one of incomparable Broadway-style entertainment. The the many luxurious lounges with expansive windows. professionally produced nightclub revues feature some of As for food, Princess has introduced continuous dining the finest dancers, singers, comedians and magicians. options: the Pizzeria, 3 intimate dining rooms, a 24-hour * All shore excursions are optional, and may be purchased in international cafe, outdoor grill, afternoon tea service, ice advance on Princess Cruises’ website, or onboard the ship. cream bar and, of course, 24-hour room service. Special diets are not a problem.

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Tentative Itinerary for 15-Day Circle Caribbean Cruise

Day 1: Departure / Fort Lauderdale. We fly to Fort Day 9: Trinidad & Tobago. Trinidad is the birthplace of Lauderdale and upon arrival transfer to our cruise ship, steel pan and calypso music. There is plenty to see here. the Caribbean Princess. This evening we enjoy our first The Asa Wright Nature Center is devoted to naturalists delicious dinner on board. and bird watchers. The more traditional tourist attractions are the Queen's Park Savannah, the Royal Botanic Days 2 & 3: At Sea. Time to relax, get acquainted with Gardens and the Magnificent Seven - a strand of the ship and enjoy the endless array of facilities, impressive colonial houses reflecting Trinidad's unique activities and entertainment. heritage.

Day 4: St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. A small island Day 10: At Sea. Following all of the excitement and surrounded by a series of jagged bays, inlets and coves sightseeing of the past week, a day at leisure to enjoy the with miles of sandy beaches and green mountains. Enjoy ship’s facilities will be most welcome. exploring the colourful waterfront and cobbled streets with outstanding duty-free shopping in the lovely capital Day 11: Curacao. Colourful Willemstad is a UNESCO of Charlotte Amalie. World Heritage Site and one of the most recognizable spots in the Caribbean. While the shops in town offer Day 5: Antigua. Dive into British naval history at Nelson’s great bargains, there is also an array of pristine beaches Dockyard where you can patrol the museum and as well as the fascinating Hato Caves. Blockhouse Ruins for nautical lore. Indulge your sense of wonder snorkeling above rainbow reefs or pick one of the Day 12: Aruba. Although this unique Dutch island has 365 beaches and soak up the sun. blossomed as a sophisticated Caribbean destination, the real attraction is under water. Aruba is surrounded by Day 6: St. Kitts. With so much natural beauty, it’s no colourful coral. The abundant sea life around Arashi Reef wonder the English defended the “Gibraltar of the West or the wreck of the Antilla is simply breathtaking. If you Indies” from Brimstone Hill. Take it all in – from Piccadilly would rather stay dry, view it all by taking an excursion Circus and an island version of Big Ben to the pink salt from the air conditioned comfort of an Atlantis submarine pond, the lush gardens and rain forests. or a glass bottom boat.

Day 7: Martinique. Martinique is truly ''a little bit of Days 13 & 14: At Sea. France in the Caribbean." It exudes a distinctly French ambiance and the natural beauty is everywhere with Day 15: Home. We disembark the ship at Fort Lauderdale pristine white sand beaches and spectacular scenery. and transfer to the airport for our flight home. Visit the Balata Botanical Garden, and see hibiscus, anthuriums, orchids and other exotic flora.

Day 8: Barbados. With its picturesque rolling hills and endless expanse of white sand beaches, Barbados is the quintessential island getaway and a long time favourite of Canadians. Investigate Harrison’s Cave, with its bubbling streams, cascading waterfalls, stalactites and stalagmites. Or you may want to taste the island’s famous rum at the Mount Gay Rum Factory.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge • Cruise as described, port taxes, all meals daily, all activities and entertainment • All tour inclusions listed on the inside cover COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto or Montreal • Inside Cabin (various decks) .....$3397 • Outside Cabin (obstructed view) Emerald Deck ...... $3497 • Outside Cabin (clear view) Plaza Deck ...... $3797 • Outside Cabin with private balcony Riviera or Lido Deck ...... $4197

• Single Supplement - add 50% to costs above Southern Caribbean *** Add-ons below include an overnight in Toronto en route to Fort Lauderdale Cruise • Ottawa or Halifax - add $190 • Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton aboard the Crown Princess or Vancouver - add $290

Come cruise with us to some of the most exciting ports of call in the Caribbean aboard 11 DAYS • NOVEMBER 17 - 27 the Grand Class Crown Princess. Grand Class ships are some of the most beautiful and spacious in the Princess fleet. They have more of everything ice cream parlour and, of course, 24-hour room service. you would expect in a 5-star floating resort - more spacious Special diets are not a problem. staterooms, more dining and entertainment options and Staterooms are spacious with twin beds (convertible to more services, amenities and activities. queen size), TV, phone, hair dryer, climate control, fridge, Go for a swim in one of the pools; have a sauna and spacious closets and a private bathroom with shower only. massage in the spa; enjoy the aerobics and dance classes; From after-dinner drinks in one of the elegant lounges, to enjoy the commentary on history and highlights of the ports first-run films, to the excitement of the casino, there is by the on-board experts, which will help you decide on evening entertainment to suit every mood. The specialty is optional excursions. Or you may just want to relax in one of the incomparable Broadway-style entertainment. The the luxurious lounges with expansive windows. professionally produced nightclub revues feature some of As for food, Princess has introduced continuous dining the finest dancers, singers, comedians and magicians. options: the Pizzeria, three intimate dining rooms, a 24- * All shore excursions are optional, and may be purchased in hour international cafe, outdoor grill, afternoon tea service, advance on Princess Cruises’ website, or onboard the ship.

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Tentative Itinerary for Southern Caribbean Cruise

Day 1: Departure / Fort Lauderdale. We fly to Fort Day 7: Dominica. This island boasts a wealth of lush rain Lauderdale and upon arrival we transfer to our cruise forests, dense jungles and rugged mountains. You can ship, the Crown Princess. This evening we enjoy our first explore the natural beauty at places like Champagne delicious dinner on board. Reef, Emerald Pool and Ti Tou Gorge. You can also sit back and watch the brilliantly plumed Sisserou and Jacquot Days 2 & 3: Time to relax, get acquainted with the ship parrots flit from tree to tree. and enjoy the endless array of facilities, activities and entertainment. Visit the health club for a workout or Day 8: St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. A small island beauty treatment, join an exercise class, line dancing or surrounded by a series of jagged bays, inlets and coves perhaps wine tasting. with miles of beautiful beaches and green mountains. Enjoy exploring the colourful waterfront and cobbled Day 4: Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles. If you think you streets with outstanding duty-free shopping in the lovely have seen everything, come explore the kunuku - a capital of Charlotte Amalie. Caribbean-style outback terrain unique to the Netherlands Antilles. Here nature serves up prickly cactus where Day 9: Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos. This small island is iguanas feel at home and the offshore waters shimmer bursting with 19th century Caribbean charm. The like a million aquamarines. Bermudan British colonial architecture sitting alongside the colourful Caribbean-style local dwellings make Grand Day 5: Curacao. Colourful Willemstad is a UNESCO World Turk a delight to visit. The island is blessed with miles of Heritage Site and one of the most recognizable spots in quiet sugary beaches and has several uninhabited cays the Caribbean. While the shops in town offer great just waiting to be explored. bargains, there is also an array of pristine beaches as well as the fascinating Hato Caves. Day 10: At Sea. Relax and enjoy all of the activities and entertainment on board our ship. Day 6: Grenada. Breathe in the scent of the wild nutmeg trees that this "Spice Island" is famous for as you stroll Day 11: Fort Lauderdale / Home. We arrive back in Fort past the heliconia and ginger lilies to Grand Etang Lake. Lauderdale in the morning and transfer to the airport for Be sure to bring along your swimsuit because the crystal- our flight home. clear pool at the base of Seven Sisters Falls is hard to resist.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • Cruise as described, port taxes, all meals daily, all activities and entertainment • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto • Inside Cabin (various decks) .....$4597 • Outside Cabin (obstructed view) Emerald Deck ...... $4797 • Outside Cabin (clear view) Plaza Deck ...... $5497 • Outside Cabin with private balcony Aloha or Lido Deck...... $6197

• Single Supplement - add 50% to costs above Hawaiian Island • Montreal or Ottawa - add $90 • Halifax - add $190 Cruise • Winnipeg - deduct $100 • Vancouver, Edmonton or Calgary aboard the Star Princess - deduct $200

Cruising is an ideal way to explore the tropical paradise of Hawaii. 16 DAYS • NOVEMBER 4 - 19, 2019 On this cruise we visit the big island of Hawaii - known for its orchids and volcanoes, Maui - with its green hills and gentle valleys, Kauai (The Garden Isle), and Oahu for You will be delighted with the dining options available; the excitement of Honolulu. formal elegance in the dining room, 24 hour dining, the Our ship for this cruise program, the Star Princess, has Pizzeria, Crown Grill and the fantastic buffets. all the amenities of a 5-star resort hotel. Take a dip in one Entertainment is varied and almost endless. From after of the pools, whirlpool and massage in the Spa. Activities dinner drinks in one of the elegant lounges, with music to include dance lessons, aerobics, golf simulator, wine suit every taste, to Broadway style shows in the Princess tasting, first-run movies and much more. Shoppers will Lounge. Still restless? Try dancing or visit the casino. enjoy the variety of boutiques and duty free bargains. The staterooms are spacious and exquisitely furnished. Relax in the library or lounge on the Promenade Deck and All rooms have twin beds that can convert to a queen size watch the passing scenery. On-board experts offer lectures bed, TV with in-house movies, individual climate control, about each port to help you decide on optional excursions. fridge, telephone, safe and bathroom with shower only. Food is considered an art form on Princess ships, as the * All shore excursions are optional, and may be purchased in Italian chefs are renowned for their international cuisine. advance on Princess Cruises’ website, or onboard the ship. 126 Senior Discovery Tours hawcruise_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:13 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Hawaiian Island Cruise

Day 1: Departure / Los Angeles. We depart for Los Day 9: Lahaina (Maui). Maui is the second largest of the Angeles. Upon arrival we transfer to our Princess cruise Hawaiian Islands. It's largest town, Lahaina, was once a ship which sails later in the afternoon. This evening we whaling port and now a lovely resort area. It is a great enjoy our first delicious dinner on board. place in which to stroll. The surrounding hills are planted with sugar cane and pineapple and the excellent beaches Days 2 - 5: At Sea. Time now to enjoy the many pleasures welcome those who like to swim. Well worth a visit is the of our cruise ship. Pamper yourself in the Spa, play a Haleakala Crater, the highest point on the island. game of shuffleboard, take some time for golf or partake in afternoon tea. Browse the boutiques, take in a movie at Days 10 - 14: At Sea. We leave Hawaii and begin our the theatre or just curl up in a deck chair with a good cruise back to the mainland. Be watchful for whales and book - a time honoured seafaring tradition. dolphins. We have not had a lot of time during this past 5 days to enjoy everything our ship has to offer, but as we Day 6: Hilo (the Big Island of Hawaii). On the lush head for Los Angeles you will be able to catch up. Relax rainforest side of Hawaii's Big Island, the "City of and enjoy all the activities, facilities and entertainment Rainbows" offers a look at the power and beauty of on board. nature. You may enjoy the breathtaking views of the 420 foot thundering Akaka Falls or drive around Crater Rim at Day 15: Ensenada, Mexico. This friendly port on the Baja Volcanoes National Park. Peninsula boasts more than just a warm Mediterranean climate. Optional excursions will be offered to La Fufadora Day 7: Honolulu / Oahu. Honolulu is Hawaii’s largest city Blowhole and Bodegas de Santo Tomas, Baja’s oldest and the state capital. It is probably most famous for its winery. main beach - Waikiki Beach. You may want to visit Iolani Palace, the only royal palace on U.S. soil, or see the USS Day 16: Los Angeles / Home. Farewell to our friends on Arizona Memorial and the "Mighty Missouri" at Pearl our Princess cruise ship as we disembark and transfer to Harbour. the airport for our flight home.

Day 8: Kauai. The oldest inhabited island in Hawaii, the "Garden Isle" boasts Waimea Canyon, known as "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific". You may want to take a boat ride on the Wailua River or visit Fern Grotto and hear a performance of "The Hawaiian Wedding Song".

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge • Cruise as described, port taxes, all meals daily, all activities and entertainment • All tour inclusions listed on the inside cover COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto or Montreal • Inside Cabin (various decks) .....$5397 • Outside Cabin (obstructed view) Emerald Deck ...... $5497 • Outside Cabin with private balcony Lido or Riviera Deck ...... $6497 Panama Canal • Single Supplement - add 50% to costs above *** All add-ons below include a Toronto Cruise (Full Transit) overnight on the outbound flight. • Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton aboard the Emerald Princess or Vancouver - add $90 • Ottawa or Halifax - add $190

As early as the days of Columbus, man was determined to find a shortcut between the 16 DAYS • NOVEMBER 18 - DECEMBER 3 Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Food is considered an art form on the Princess ships. The By creating artificial lakes and immense lift locks, the Italian chefs are renowned for their international cuisine and Americans performed one of the greatest engineering feats in the service is unsurpassed. You will delight in the dining history, completing the canal in 1914. A canal crossing is options available; formal elegance in the dining room, memorable. The scenery around this 8th wonder of the world the Pizzeria, Crown Grill Steakhouse, the outdoor Grill, a is lush and tropical and the intricate workings of the locks Curtis Stone (celebrity chef) restaurant and fantastic buffets. and sheer immensity of the achievement are awe-inspiring. Entertainment is varied and almost endless. From after We sail from Ft. Lauderdale to Los Angeles aboard the dinner drinks in one of the elegant lounges, with music to suit Emerald Princess. Princess Cruises, whose ships are every taste, to Broadway style shows in the Princess Lounge. considered among the most beautiful and hospitable, was You may also visit the casino any time. one of the first cruise lines to traverse the canal. Their ships are luxurious, floating resorts with all the pleasures of a The staterooms are exquisitely furnished with twin beds deluxe resort hotel. Facilities include swimming pools, a spa (convertible to queen size), colour TV with in-house movies with sauna and massage, aerobics and dance classes and and news channels, climate control, refrigerator, telephone, duty-free boutiques. Enjoy the commentary on the history and safe, spacious closets and a private bathroom with shower highlights of the ports by the on-board experts, or relax in one only. of the luxurious lounges with expansive windows and watch * All shore excursions are optional, and may be purchased in some of the world's most dramatic scenery glide by. advance on Princess Cruises’ website, or onboard the ship. 128 Senior Discovery Tours panama_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:23 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Full Panama Canal Cruise

Day 1: Departure / Fort Lauderdale. We depart for Fort Day 7: At Sea. Lauderdale, and upon arrival we transfer to our cruise ship. This evening we enjoy our first delicious dinner on Day 8: Punta Arenas, Costa Rica. Perched at the tip of a board. sandy peninsula (its name means “sandy point”), the entire city of Punta Arenas is within easy walking distance Days 2 & 3: At Sea. Time to relax, get acquainted with the from the port. The people of this city have a reputation for ship and your fellow passengers and enjoy the endless friendliness and have long welcomed tourists to the sunny array of facilities, activities and entertainment on board. beaches that encircle the city. Visit the health club for a workout or beauty treatment, join an exercise class, line dancing or perhaps wine Day 9: San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua. Once a sleepy fishing tasting. village, San Juan del Sur is now the most popular travel and vacation destination on Nicaragua’s Pacific coast, Day 4: Cartagena, Columbia. In the 17th century this offering a lively mix of local culture and wonderful natural walled city was a target for every pirate on the high seas. attractions. It has many architectural treasures along its narrow streets with Spanish inspired facades and balconies. You Day 10: At Sea. may want to take a ride to the top of La Popa Hill for great Day 11: Huatulco, Mexico. Made up of nine bays on the views of the city, the old fort and a 17th century coast of Oaxaca, Huatulco is an unblemished tropical site monastery. Gold, silver and precious stones are available for rest and relaxation. Tourists can engage in local at bargain prices. customs and shop for beautiful native clothes in plazas Day 5: Panama Canal. Today we experience the transit of such as La Nata, located on the main square. the Panama Canal. Be on deck to watch the “mules” pull Day 12: At Sea. our ship through. See the immense lift locks raise and lower the passing vessels and great volumes of water Day 13: Puerto Vallarta. Explore this quaint Mexican rushing by. Enjoy the scenery on either side of the canal fishing village with its cobblestoned lanes, red-tiled roofs with mangrove swamps, tropical plants, trees and bird and palm covered hills. You may want to spend the life. As we cruise through the canal there is a detailed afternoon at Bahia de las Banderas with its glistening narration of this colossal undertaking that cost $367 blue waters and powdery beaches. million in 1914! Days 14 & 15: At Sea. Day 6: Fuerte Amador, Panama. Fuerte Amador, situated Day 16: Los Angeles / Home. We disembark in Los at the entrance to the Panama Canal, is a man-made Angeles and transfer to the airport for our flight home. peninsula extending out into the Pacific Ocean. The one- mile causeway was created by connecting four small islands with rocks excavated from the canal. There are shops, restaurants, and other specialty stores centered around a large marina and the causeway affords a panoramic view of Panama City's impressive skyline.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada Rouge • Cruise as described, port taxes, all meals daily, all activities and entertainment • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto • Inside Cabin (Various Decks) ....$3997 • Outside Cabin (obstructed view) Emerald Deck...... $4197 • Outside Cabin (clear view) Plaza or Fiesta Deck ...... $4397 • Outside Cabin with private balcony Panama Canal Aloha Deck ...... $4997 • Single Supplement - add 50% to costs above Cruise (Partial Transit) • Montreal or Halifax - add $90 * Add-ons below include a Toronto overnight aboard the Island Princess on the outbound flight • Ottawa - add $190 • Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $290

As early as Columbus, man was intent on finding a sea-level shortcut between the 11 DAYS • NOVEMBER 6 - 16 Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans. By creating artificial lakes and immense lift-locks the Americans performed, in 1914, one of history’s greatest of the luxurious lounges with expansive windows and engineering featsy. To experience the Canal is memorable. watch some of the world's most dramatic scenery glide by. The scenery at the 8th Wonder of the World is enchanting, Dining on a Princess Cruise is an experience in itself. The not to mention the intricate workings of the locks. Italian chefs are renowned for their wide array of We will sail round-trip from Fort Lauderdale via the “Path international cuisine, and the service is unsurpassed. Between the Seas”, for a partial transit aboard the Island As for entertainment, there are elegant cocktail lounges, Princess. Princess Cruises, whose ships are considered first run films, a casino and Broadway style entertainment. among the most beautiful and hospitable, was one of the first cruise lines to traverse the canal. Their ships are The staterooms are furnished with twin beds (convertible luxurious, floating resorts with all of the comforts and to queen size), colour TV with in-house movies and news pleasures of a deluxe resort hotel. Facilities include channels, climate control, refrigerator, phone, safe, swimming pools, a spa with sauna and massage and spacious closets and a private bathroom with shower only. aerobics and dance classes. Enjoy the commentary on the * All shore excursions are optional, and may be purchased in history of the ports by the on-board experts, or relax in one advance on Princess Cruises’ website, or onboard the ship. 130 Senior Discovery Tours partial_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:23 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Partial Panama Canal Cruise

Day 1: Departure / Fort Lauderdale. We depart for Fort Day 6: Panama Canal. Today we experience the transit of Lauderdale, and upon arrival we transfer to our cruise the Panama Canal. Be on deck to watch the "mules" pull ship. This evening we will enjoy our first delicious dinner our ship through. See the immense lift locks raise and on board. lower the passing vessels and great volumes of water rushing by. Enjoy the scenery on either side of the canal Day 2: At Sea. Time to relax and get acquainted with the with mangrove swamps and tropical plants, trees and ship and enjoy the endless array of facilities, activities bird life. As we cruise through there is a detailed and entertainment. Visit the health club for a workout or narration of this colossal undertaking that cost $367 beauty treatment, join an exercise class, line dancing or million in 1914. We will cruise as far as Gatun Lake, the perhaps wine tasting. largest man-made lake in the world, before returning to the Caribbean Sea. Day 3: Grand Cayman. We arrive at Grand Cayman, fa- mous for its Seven Mile Beach and some of the finest Day 7: Limon, Costa Rica. The mountainous beauty of duty-free shopping in the Caribbean. In Georgetown the this country will surprise you. You may want to take the 5-story building limit contributes to the charming am- excursion through the jungles and coffee plantations to biance of this island. cosmopolitan San Jose.

Day 4: At Sea. Day 8: At Sea. Following all of the exciting sightseeing of the past few days, a day to relax comes most welcome. Day 5: Cartagena, Columbia. In the 17th century this walled city was a target for every pirate on the high seas. Day 9: Falmouth, Jamaica. With beautiful green hills It has many architectural treasures along its narrow providing a picturesque backdrop, Falmouth on Jamaica’s streets with Spanish inspired facades and balconies. A north coast is noted for being one of the Caribbean’s ride to the top of La Popa Hill will give you great views of best-preserved Georgian towns. You may want to visit the the city and harbour, the old fort and a 17th century world famous Dunn’s River Falls, take a tour to see monastery. Gold, silver and precious stones are available Jamaica’s historic Great Houses and plantation estates, at bargain prices. or enjoy an unforgettable opportunity to interact with Bottlenose Dolphins at Dolphin Cove.

Day 10: At Sea. A final day to relax or participate in the activities on board ship.

Day 11: Home. We disembark the ship at Fort Lauderdale and transfer to the airport for our flight home.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • 13-night cruise, port taxes, all tipping, all meals daily, all activities & entertainment • 2 nights First Class hotel in Sydney with breakfast and dinner daily, and touring • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal or Ottawa • Inside Cabin (various decks) ....$7197 • Outside Cabin (obstructed view) Emerald Deck ...... $7397 • Outside Cabin with private balcony Cruising Riviera or Aloha Deck ...... $8397 • Single Supplement - add 40% to costs above New Zealand • Halifax - add $490 • Winnipeg - deduct $100 Plus 2 nights Sydney • Calgary or Edmonton - deduct $200 • Vancouver - deduct $400

On this wonderful cruise/tour we experience the “wonders-down-under” in style and luxury. 18 DAYS • FEBRUARY 7 - 24, 2020 We begin with a 2-night stay in Sydney, including a city tour, harbour cruise and a beautiful Waterfront dinner. duty-free boutiques and lectures on the history and Then we board our cruise ship and sail to ports in New highlights of the ports we visit by the onboard experts. Zealand. During our cruise we will see snow capped Dining options include 3 intimate dining rooms, a 24-hour mountains, waterfalls, hot springs, rugged coastlines and international cafe, an outdoor grill, afternoon tea service experience the rich Maori culture. and 24-hour room service. Special diets are not a Cruising is a wonderful way to see the South Pacific, and problem. we will cruise aboard the Grand Class Ruby Princess. The The spacious staterooms have twin beds (convertible to ships of Princess Cruises are considered among the most queen size), TV, phone, safe, hair dryer, fridge, spacious beautiful and hospitable, and Grand Class ships are at closets and a private bathroom with shower only. Evening the top of the class. They have more of everything you activities include after-dinner drinks in one of the elegant would expect in a 5-star floating resort - more spacious lounges, first-run films, a casino and professionally staterooms, more dining and entertainment options and produced Broadway-style entertainment. more services and activities, including swimming pools, * All shore excursions are optional, and may be purchased in sauna, a spa with masseuse, aerobics and dance classes, advance on Princess Cruises’ website, or onboard the ship. 132 Senior Discovery Tours austcrus_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:05 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for New Zealand Cruise and Sydney

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Sydney, via Vancouver. Day 11: Wellington, New Zealand. Set around a beautiful waterfront, Wellington is known for its vibrant arts scene Day 2: Crossing the International Date Line. and active lifestyle, in fact there are more cafes, bars and Day 3: Sydney. We arrive in Sydney and transfer to our restaurants here than in New York City. You may want to hotel. Afternoon at leisure, with dinner at the hotel. explore the winding streets and many museums, or take the cable car to the top of the hill for incredible views. Day 4: Sydney. Our included tour shows us the the Rocks area (Sydney’s birthplace), the magnificent Opera House, Day 12: Napier, New Zealand. Napier and Hawke’s Bay Chinatown, beautiful South Head (where the harbour have become New Zealand’s premier lifestyle getaways. meets the Pacific), Vaucluse House (where the Australian Located on the North Island’s eastern coast, Hawke’s Bay Constitution was signed) and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair (for is New Zealand’s oldest wine growing region - long noted spectacular city and harbour views). Included is a boat for its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. In recent years, cruise of Sydney Harbour - a perfect way to see the Opera Hawke’s Bay has also become a leading producer of fine House, beaches and lavish waterfront homes. Dinner this olive oils and artisanal cheeses. In 1931 a large evening will be at the lovely Waterfront Restaurant. earthquke levelled Napier. The town was rebuilt and today is hailed as the “Art Deco City” for its collection of Art Day 5: Sydney / Embarkation. This morning we visit the Deco, Spanish Mission and Classical Revival buildings. Taronga Zoo for a guided walking tour of the unique native wildlife (koalas, kangaroos, etc.) Later we board Day 13: Tauranga, New Zealand. With hundreds of miles the Ruby Princess for our first delicious lunch and dinner of white sand beaches, plenty of sunshine and temperate onboard. climate, the Bay of Plenty is New Zealand’s favourite holiday destination. There are heritage buildings, historic Days 6 & 7: At Sea. Time to get acquainted with the ship battle sites, museums, Mount Maunganui, the famous hot and your fellow travelers, and enjoy the endless array of salt water pools and White Island – New Zealand’s only facilities, activities and entertainment. active marine volcano. There will be a wide range of Day 8: Fjordland National Park, New Zealand. Here on optional activities to choose from. the South Island, many fjords cut the coastline with peaks Day 14: Auckland, New Zealand. New Zealand's former rising thousands of feet straight from the sea. capital boasts scenic beauty, historical interest and a Day 9: Dunedin, New Zealand. Hailed as the “Edinburgh cosmopolitan collection of shops, restaurants, museums of New Zealand,” this town has Scottish roots and still and galleries. One Tree Hill, once home to Maori retains its Celtic flavor. Enjoy a stroll in the parks and earthworks, overlooks the city. There is much to explore. gardens and admire the beautiful surrounding scenery. Day 15 Bay of Islands, New Zealand. Due to its Optional tours will be offered such as a ride on the Taleri subtropical climate, many water activities, nature walks Gorge Railway, the Otago Wildlife Cruise and many more. and fishing take place in this beautiful area. The Bay of Day 10: Akaroa, New Zealand. Akaroa is a popular tourist Islands is also referred to as the “birthplace of New destination with a distinctly French flair. The harbour Zealand” due to the numerous events that have taken hosts an array of marine life, including rare Hector’s place here over the centuries. It is also home to many Dolphins - the smallest dolphins in the world. Many Maori sacred sites and legends. optional tours will be offered including Christchurch, a Days 16 & 17: At Sea. On the last night we enjoy our swim with the Hector’s Dolphins or a visit to Paua Bay Farewell Dinner on board. Farm to see sheepdogs at work and sheep shearing. Day 18: Home. We fly home via Vancouver, arriving the same day.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • 14-night cruise, all port taxes and tipping, all meals daily, activities & entertainment • 3 nights First Class hotels (1 night Santiago and 2 nights Buenos Aires) with breakfast and dinner daily, and 2 lunches • Touring in Santiago and Buenos Aires • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COSTS: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto, Montreal or Ottawa • Inside Cabin (various decks) ....$8997 • Outside Cabin (obstructed view) Emerald Deck ...... $9297 • Outside Cabin (clear view) Plaza or Fiesta Deck ...... $9597 South America • Outside Cabin with private balcony Aloha Deck ...... $10597

Cruise and Tour • Single Supplement - add 40% to costs above • Halifax - add $90 aboard the Coral Princess • Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $290

This cruise and tour will appeal to the adventurous traveller who would like to visit 19 DAYS • FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2020 some of South America’s most exciting cities, plus some of the less well known ports-of-call. the history and highlights of the ports we visit by the On the cruise we will enjoy wonderful scenery, fascinating onboard experts. The spacious staterooms have twin beds towns and villages and the opportunity to try various (convertible to queen size), TV, phone, safe, hair dryer, activities such as river rafting, fishing and hiking. fridge, spacious closets and a private bathroom with shower only. Evening activites include after-dinner drinks We will cruise in style and luxury aboard the Grand Class in one of the elegant lounges, first-run films, a casino and Coral Princess. The ships of Princess Cruises are among professionally produced Broadway-style entertainment. the most beautiful and hospitable, and have more of everything you would expect in a 5-star floating resort - Aside from the cruise, our program includes a night in more spacious staterooms, more dining and entertainment Santiago - capital of Chile, and 2-nights in Buenos Aires - options and more services and activities, including capital of Argentina, with touring in both cities. swimming pools, sauna, a spa with masseuse, aerobics * All shore excursions are optional, and may be purchased in and dance classes, duty-free boutiques and lectures on advance on Princess Cruises’ website, or onboard the ship.

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Tentative Itinerary for South America Cruise and Tour

Day 1: Departure. We depart for Santiago, Chile. Day 11: Stanley, Falkland Islands. The capital of the Falkland Islands is very British. Here you can visit a Day 2: Santiago. We arrive in Santiago and enjoy a city tour. We pass by the Chilean University, San Francisco penguin rookery, learn of the island’s tumultuous past at Church, the Cathedral, the Plaza des Armas and Santa the Britannia House Museum or enjoy a pint at a local pub. Lucia Hill. Then we ascend San Cristobal Hill for a fine Day 12: At Sea. view of the Andes Mountains. Afternoon at leisure, and Day 13: Puerto Madryn, Argentina. Puerto Madryn is this evening is our Welcome Dinner. known today for its animal life, which Argentina protects Day 3: Santiago / Embarkation: We leave Santiago and in this scenic, remote wildlife preserve. Puerto Madryn is travel along a beautiful coastal road to see the seaside also the gateway to Punta Tombo National Reserve and village of Isla Negra, where the poet Pablo Neruda lived. Argentine Patagonia – a small city that serves as a base The museum there showcases his life and his collections for exploring the remote wildlife preserves. of objects from around the world. Then we proceed to our Day 14: At Sea. cruise ship, the Coral Princess. This evening we enjoy our first delicious dinner onboard. Day 15: Montevideo, Uruguay. Uruguay’s charming capital overlooks the River Plata and has plenty of unique Day 4: At Sea. Enjoy the many activities on board our ship. architecture, parks and monuments. The waterfront Day 5: Puetro Montt, Chile. Puerto Montt is the gateway promenade is a great place to stroll and people watch. to Patagonia, and there is much to see here. Optional Day 16: Buenos Aires, Argentina. This cosmopolitan city tours include the breathtaking scenery of Patagonia’s has wide boulevards, 19th century mansions, French Lake District and snow-covered Osorno Volcano. colonial architecture and colourful traffic-free shopping Day 6: At Sea. areas. Our ship overnights here so there is plenty of time to enjoy the city’s unusual sights. Day 7: Amalia Glacier, Chile (Scenic Cruising). Located in the central part of the Southern Patagonia Ice Fields, Day 17: Buenos Aires / Disembarkation: We disembark the Amalia Glacier descends from the Andes Mountains our ship and proceed on our Buenos Aires city tour. We will and towers above the sea. The Amalia’s mammoth blue see the major sights such as the Colon Theatre, Plaza de mountain of ice is constantly changing. You can Mayo, the Cathedral and much more. We will enjoy lunch frequently spot dolphins swimming by the ships. at a local restaurant. The rest of the day is at leisure. Day 8: Punta Arenas, Chile. Punta Arenas is the hub for Day 18: Buenos Aires. Today we enjoy a tour of the many adventures – penguin colonies, Antarctica and charming town of Tigre and the Parana River Delta. Tigre Patagonia to name a few. Explore the city’s sights or visit is known for its summer residences and yachting. We will a living museum dedicated to the sheep ranchers who enjoy a boat excursion on the channels of the Tigre Delta settled Patagonia. to see some of the many beautiful green islands. Day 9: Ushuaia (Tierra Del Fuego), Argentina. Ushuaia is Day 19: Home. We fly home with Air Canada. the southern-most town in the world, and is located on the island territory of Tierra del Fuego. “The Land of Fire” features unforgettable scenery and trails of discovery. Day 10: Cape Horn Scenic Crusing. Today we round the southern tip of South America. You will be awestruck by the rugged beauty and imposing vision of Cape Horn – a massive rocky point that was the bane of early explorers.

Senior Discovery Tours 135 HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Emirates Airline (direct between Toronto and Dubai) • 7-night cruise, port taxes, all meals, all tipping, activities and entertainment • In Dubai - 4 nights First Class hotel with touring, and breakfast, lunch and dinner daily • All tour inclusions listed on the inside cover COST: • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto • Premium Inside Cabin ...... $5397 • Premium Outside Cabin ...... $5597 • Premium Outside Cabin with balcony ...... $5797 • Single Supplement - add 30% to costs above Persian Gulf • Montreal or Ottawa - add $390 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $590 Cruise • Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton - add $790

• Abu Dhabi • • • Qatar • 4 night stay and touring in Dubai 14 DAYS • FEBRUARY 11 - 24, 2020 Join us as we cruise to some of the most interesting ports in the Middle East, and spend time in the dazzling city of Dubai. the ship include jacuzzis, 3 swimming pools, an outdoor jogging track and Spa center offering a full range of beauty, We begin in Dubai, which has gone from a sleepy pearl- health and relaxation treatments. There are theme parties, diving village to one of the world’s most talked about cities. dance lessons, a casino and shopping boutiques. For dining The business capital of the United Arab Emirates has there are 7 restaurants to suit all tastes plus gourmet breath-taking architecture, towering skyscrapers, man- buffets. With 15 bars and lounges there is always a place to made islands and a glittering cityscape, as well as old, relax. The theatre for evening shows is spread over 3 levels. traditional Middle Eastern buildings, souks and customs. Our spacious Premium guestrooms are well appointed with We then board our cruise ship and sail through the Persian 2 beds, phone, TV, safe and fridge. The bathroom has a Gulf, visiting various ports in Oman and Abu Dhabi (before shower only. Choose between an inside, outside or balcony returning to Dubai at the end). We will sail in comfort aboard cabin. the Costa Diadema. This moderate European-style floating resort is in the grand size class of ships, so there are many * During the land portion of the tour all excursions are options for entertainment, dining and activities. Features of included. During the cruise portion all shore excursions are optional. Those interested will pay on board the ship.

136 Senior Discovery Tours Tentative Itinerary for Persian Gulf Cruise Day 1: Departure. We depart for Dubai on a direct non- Day 9: Doha (Qatar) Doha is a vibrant capital with a mix of stop flight from Toronto. modern skyscrapers and picturesque souks. The Mosque of Phanar is a newly built Mosque, and is a fine example of Day 2: Dubai. We arrive in Dubai and transfer to our hotel. Islamic architecture, with the particular spiral minaret Day 3: Dubai. Our touring of Dubai begins with the twin which is perfectly identical from every angle. At night the minarets of the Jumeirah Mosque - a magnificent example Mosque is enhanced by magnificent lighting effects. Today of Islamic architecture and one of Dubai’s most famous you can also visit the nearby souks, and immerse yourself in sites. We drive around the Bastakiya area with its old Middle Eastern flair. merchant houses and wind towers, and then visit the Dubai Museum in the 180-year-old Al Fahidi Fort. An “Abra” (water Day 10: Abu Dhabi. Situated on a peninsula surrounded by taxi) will take us across the Dubai Creek to browse the spice a cluster of islands, Abu Dhabi is the ultra-modern capital and gold souk. Finally we ascend by high-speed elevator to of the United Arab Emirates, with wide avenues snaking the observation deck of Burj Khalifa - the tallest building in between bold skyscrapers. This capital of luxury sparkles the world, for a breathtaking 360-degree view of the city, day and night. If you take the optional city tour you will see ocean and desert. Lunch is included on our tour. Afternoon at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - considered the foremost leisure. This evening we enjoy a “Dhow” Dinner Cruise architectural treasure in the UAE. You will also see the along Dubai Creek with spectacular views of the city. ultra-modern glimmering skyscrapers, and visit Heritage Village - a reconstructed traditional oasis which will give Day 4: Al Ain. A full-day tour to the oasis city of Al Ain you a glimpse of life here before oil revenues altered the located in the Hajar Mountains. One of the oldest cities in landscape. the UAE, for thousands of years Al Ain was an important caravan stop on the ancient trade routes across Arabia. We Day 11: Abu Dhabi. Another day to explore the amazing visit the Camel Market, Jahili Fort (an excellent example of capital of the UAE. You may want to visit the recently Islamic military architecture), and the National Museum of completed Louvre Museum on Saadiyat Island (“Happiness Al Ain. Lunch is included followed by a visit to Hilli Gardens Island”) - a major cultural project featuring 8 planned - famous for its archaelogical excavations. architecturally magnificent museums including a Guggenheim Museum. The Louvre here is the largest art Day 5: Future Dubai and the Lost Chamber / Cruise museum in the Arabian peninsula and features artworks Embarkation. We first visit the Burj al Arab – the world- from around the world. You can also visit the Zayed Heritage renowned 7-star luxury hotel. We then drive along Jumeirah Center, the Etihad Modern Art Gallery or the Folklore Gallery. Beach to see the incredible man-made island residence, “The Palm”. Then we visit the incredible Lost Chambers, Day 12: Disembarkation / Dubai / Sharjah. We disembark where the legend of the lost mythical underwater city of our ship and proceed on a tour of Sharjah, where we will Atlantis comes alive. After lunch we see the Dubai Marina discover a unique Arabian lifestyle and Islamic culture. We and International City before visiting the Mall of the will visit Sharjah Fort, see the grandiose King Faisal Mosque Emirates - home to the world’s largest indoor ski slope. and learn about local life through the ages at the Heritage Finally we see the popular floating water dance before Museum. After our tour we proceed to our hotel. transferring to the pier to board our cruise ship. Day 13: Dubai. Morning at leisure. Our afternoon tour stops first at the Miracle Garden – the region’s biggest flower Day 6: Dubai. At leisure to enjoy the activities on board our ship as we sail toward Oman. garden with more than 45 million blooming flowers, showcased alongside immense sculptures - a miracle in the Day 7: (Oman). Relive the history of Oman’s capital desert! Then we visit the Global Village, featuring 30 by venturing among its ancient walls and lingering around decorated pavilions and 26 international restaurants. We the colourful stalls of its bustling souks. Explore on your enjoy our Farewell Dinner, then board our direct flight to own or choose an optional excursion to see the impressive Toronto. Grand Mosque and the Bait Al Zubair Museum. Day 14: Home. We arrive back in Canada. Day 8: At Sea. At leisure to enjoy all the ship has to offer. Senior Discovery Tours 137 oberMC_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:24 PM Page 1

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge • First Class hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily, and 1 lunch. Wine with all dinners. • Best available seating for the Oberammergau Passion Play • All tour inclusions on the inside cover COST: Majestic Cities • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $7797 of Europe • Single Supplement - $1590 • Montreal or Ottawa - add $90 and Oberammergau • Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $190

On this unique tour we visit some of Europe’s most beautiful and historic cities, 14 DAYS • 2 DATES IN 2020 delight in the extraordinary scenery of MAY 19 - JUNE 1 mountain and lakes, and attend the world- SEPTEMBER 8 - 21 famous Oberammergau Passion Play – an event that only occurs once every 10 years. We will spend time in these cities: OBERAMMERGAU – The highlight of our tour is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The residents of this BERLIN - Since the “Fall of the Wall”, the city is now a quaint Bavarian village have been performing this world leader in fashion, art, design, music and museums. emotional play every 10 years since 1647 to honour a RADEBEUL / DRESDEN – Radebeul is a wine village just solemn pledge to “The Almighty”. As the Black Death outside Dresden, former home of Saxon Kings and now a (bubonic plague) swept across Europe, some of the cultural centre restored to its former baroque splendour. villagers survived and made a vow to re-enact the agony PRAGUE – The ancient capital of Bohemia has soaring of Christ’s crucifixion in thanks for being spared. There is cathedrals, lavish palaces and festive city squares. a cast of 600 and a chorus of 100. The beautiful open stage is framed by magnificent alpine scenery. The play is MUNICH – Bavaria’s capital has a fascinating history, in German but there are ongoing translations. We have small town charm and a beautifully restored Old Town. the best available seating for the play. LUCERNE – A medieval town nestled along the edge of a *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able sapphire-blue lake and stunning mountains, lined with to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. waterfront promenades and picture-perfect wood bridges.

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Tentative Itinerary - Majestic Europe & Oberammergau Day 1: Departure. We depart for Berlin Day 9: Regensburg / Munich. On route to Munich we stop in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval Day 2: Berlin. We arrive in Berlin and transfer to our hotel. HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: cities. Our guided walking tour will show us the Old Town The rest of the day is free until our Welcome Dinner. • Flights with Air Canada Hall, the Porta Praetoria and the stone bridge where Knights and Air Canada Rouge Day 3: Berlin. On our tour of Germany’s capital we see the of the Crusade crossed the Danube on their way to the Holy • First Class hotels restored Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate where “The Wall” Land. We continue to Munich for a 2-night stay. began, the museum at Checkpoint Charlie, the elegant Day 10: Munich. Munich is the cultural centre and capital of • Full breakfast and dinner daily, Kurfurstendamm, Unter den Linden Boulevard, the German Bavaria, and is one of Europe’s wealthiest cities, apparent and 1 lunch. Wine with all dinners. State Opera House and more. The afternoon will be free to in its Baroque grandeur, elegant shopping streets, vast visit one of the many museums on Museum Island or • Best available seating for the gardens, boulevards with remarkable edifices, fountains, embark on an optional cruise on the River Spree to see Oberammergau Passion Play statues and graceful bridges that span across the river. We Berlin from another viewpoint. • All tour inclusions on the inside cover visit Nymphenburg Castle – an Italian style palace that was Day 4: Radebeul / Dresden. It’s wine and porcelain today as once the summer residence of Bavarian rulers. This evening COST: we head along the Saxon Wine Route to Meissen. This we’ll enjoy the local cuisine at a typical Hofbrauhaus Majestic Cities • per person, double occupancy, romantic city by the Elbe River is known the world over for (Beerhouse). from Toronto - $7797 Europe’s finest porcelain. After our visit we continue to our Day 11: Oberammergau Passion Play. Today is the hotel in Radebeul - a wine village surrounded by vines of Europe • Single Supplement - $1590 highlight of the tour – The Passion Play in Oberammergau. growing on terraces. • Montreal or Ottawa - add $90 In addition to its famous play. the town is renowned for its • Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, Day 5: Radebeul / Dresden. Today our walking tour of wonderful woodcarvings, painted houses and Christmas and Oberammergau Dresden shows us the historic city centre, the Church of our Edmonton or Vancouver - add $190 shops. The Oberammergau Passion Play is performed only Lady, Dresden Castle, the Semper Opera House and the every ten years and involves hundreds of amateur actors Frauenkirche. We will visit the Green Vault Museum – from the local population. The play is presented in two parts, On this unique tour we visit some of Dresden’s legendary chamber of treasures restored to its before and after dinner. Our overnight is at a nearby hotel. Europe’s most beautiful and historic cities, 14 DAYS • 2 DATES IN 2020 pre-war glory. It showcases radiant gemstone-studded Day 12: Neuschwanstein Castle / Lucerne. This morning we delight in the extraordinary scenery of riches within the Dresden Castle. A leisurely cruise later MAY 19 - JUNE 1 visit Mad King Ludwig’s fairytale castle that inspired Walt mountain and lakes, and attend the world- takes us to our panoramic dinner venue. SEPTEMBER 8 - 21 Disney to create the Magic Kingdom. Even its positioning is famous Oberammergau Passion Play – an Day 6: Prague. We travel through the scenic countryside to out of a dream - in the heart of the Alps with a magnificent event that only occurs once every 10 years. the “Golden City” of Prague, for a 3-night stay. landscape surrounding it. Later we drive through beautiful Alpine scenery to Lucerne, Switzerland, considered by many We will spend time in these cities: OBERAMMERGAU – The highlight of our tour is truly a Day 7: Prague / Hradcany District. Our coach and walking to be among the most charming cities in Europe. This well- once-in-a-lifetime experience. The residents of this tour will show us the stunning sights of the Hradcany BERLIN - Since the “Fall of the Wall”, the city is now a preserved medieval city is surrounded by the snowcapped quaint Bavarian village have been performing this Castle District, with a visit to the majestic St. Vitus world leader in fashion, art, design, music and museums. Alps and is situated on a beautiful glacial lake. emotional play every 10 years since 1647 to honour a Cathedral, the Loretto Chapel (known for its incredible RADEBEUL / DRESDEN – Radebeul is a wine village just solemn pledge to “The Almighty”. As the Black Death wooden staircase of astounding craftsmanship) and “The Day 13: Lucerne. Our walking tour takes us along Lake outside Dresden, former home of Saxon Kings and now a (bubonic plague) swept across Europe, some of the Golden Lane” – named after the goldsmiths who lived here Lucerne and through the city’s Old Town. We’ll see the cultural centre restored to its former baroque splendour. villagers survived and made a vow to re-enact the agony in the 17th century. Hofkirche Church, the Old Town Hall, Chapel Bridge (the of Christ’s crucifixion in thanks for being spared. There is symbol of Lucerne) and the famous Lion Monument – PRAGUE – The ancient capital of Bohemia has soaring Day 8: Prague / Lesser Town. Our guided walking tour takes carved in deep relief into a sandstone cliff. A panoramic cathedrals, lavish palaces and festive city squares. a cast of 600 and a chorus of 100. The beautiful open us across the Charles Bridge to Lesser Town’s winding cruise on Lake Lucerne completes our tour. The rest of the stage is framed by magnificent alpine scenery. The play is narrow streets, where we see the artisan houses, small 17th MUNICH – Bavaria’s capital has a fascinating history, afternoon is at leisure. You may wish to take the “Dragon in German but there are ongoing translations. We have century palaces, the Jewish Ghetto and the famous small town charm and a beautifully restored Old Town. Ride” to Mt. Pilatus, visit a chocolate shop or look for some the best available seating for the play. astronomical clock. We will enjoy a river cruise through the typical Swiss souvenirs – army knives, watches and more. LUCERNE – A medieval town nestled along the edge of a historic district, then an afternoon at leisure to go shopping *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able Tonight is our traditional folkloric Farewell Dinner! sapphire-blue lake and stunning mountains, lined with (best buys are crystal and garnet jewelry) or to enjoy a dark to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. waterfront promenades and picture-perfect wood bridges. ale and people watching at a sidewalk cafe. Day 14: Home. We transfer to the Zurich airport and fly home.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • First Class hotels • Full breakfast and dinner daily, and 3 lunches. Wine with all dinners. • Best available seating for the Oberammergau Passion Play • Evening concert performance at Vienna’s Schonbrunn Palace • All tour inclusions on the inside cover

COST: Imperial Cities • per person, double occupancy, from Toronto - $7997 of Europe • Single Supplement - $1590 • Montreal or Ottawa - add $90 and Oberammergau • Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver - add $190

On this outstanding leisurely tour we visit historic cities, fairy tale medieval villages, 15 DAYS • 2 DATES IN 2020 Gothic castles and spectacular scenery in four MAY 15 - 29 of Europe’s oldest countries. The highlight will SEPTEMBER 18 - OCTOBER 2 be the Oberammergau Passion Play – an event that only occurs once every 10 years. We will spend time in these cities: OBERAMMERGAU – The highlight of our tour is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The residents of this BUDAPEST - Hungary’s historic capital is a cosmopolitan quaint Bavarian village have been performing this city with stunning architecture, 9 beautiful bridges emotional play every 10 years since 1647 to honour a spanning the Danube River and lively walking streets. solemn pledge to “The Almighty”. As the Black Death VIENNA - One of Europe’s most elegant capital cities. The (bubonic plague) swept across Europe, some of the grandeur of the Austro-Hungarian Empire has been villagers survived and made a vow to re-enact the agony carefully preserved in the art and architecture. of Christ’s crucifixion in thanks for being spared. There is SALZBURG - Birthplace of the boy wonder – Wolfgang a cast of 600 and a chorus of 100. The beautiful open Amadeus Mozart as well as “Sound of Music” fame. stage is framed by magnificent alpine scenery. The play is in German but there are ongoing translations. We have MUNICH – Bavaria’s capital has a fascinating history, the best available seating for the play. small town charm and a beautifully restored Old Town. *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able PRAGUE – The ancient capital of Bohemia has soaring to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. cathedrals, lavish palaces and festive city squares.

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Tentative Itinerary - Imperial Europe & Oberammergau Day 1: Departure. We depart for Budapest. Hallstatt - a lakeside village nestled by a gorgeous Alpine lake, and enjoy the mesmerizing views of the Alps reflecting onto the Day 2: Budapest. We arrive in Budapest and transfer to our centrally located Spa hotel situated on the tranquil island oasis of glassy waters of the lake. We overnight in Salzburg. the capital. The rest of the day is free until our Welcome Dinner. Day 9: Salzburg. A special “Sound of Music” tour of the historic centre takes in the points of interest related to the boy genius – Day 3: Budapest. Our city tour takes in both sides of the Danube River which runs through this beautiful city. After visiting Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as well as the filming of the Sound of magnificent Hero’s Square we will admire the spectacular Music, as we stroll down picturesque streets with their wrought architectural of the Opera House, the Houses of Parliament, the iron signs, spacious squares and sculptured fountains. Why not Synagogue (2nd largest in the world) and more. By the exquisite savour some Mozartkugel – marzipan dipped in dark chocolate! Grand Market Hall we’ll enjoy a special tasting lunch of Hungarian Day 10: Oberammergau Passion Play. We continue our scenic cuisine. Later we cross over to Buda for spectacular views over the drive into Germany and on to Oberammergau, which in addition to Danube. On Castle Hill we’ll stroll to the Fisherman’s Bastion and its famous play is renowned for its wonderful woodcarvings, visit the gothic gem – Mathias Church. This evening we enjoy a painted houses and Christmas shops. We attend the typical Hungarian dinner, folkloric dancing and Gypsy music! Oberammergau Passion Play, performed only every ten years and involving hundreds of local amateur actors. The play lasts the Day 4: Danube Tour. We drive along the Danube into Hungary’s countryside and the Baroque artisan village of Szentendre. This afternoon and evening. 18th century town remains relatively unchanged with its Day 11: Neuschwanstein Castle / Munich. This morning we visit cobblestone streets, hidden alleys and colourful old houses. It is a Mad King Ludwig’s fairytale castle, which inspired Walt Disney to perfect town in which to stroll and visit some of the many galleries create the Magic Kingdom. The castle is situated amidst and shops. A tour and tasting awaits us at the Marzipan Museum, magnificent landscape framed by the majestic Alps. Today featuring sculptures made of marzipan. Lunch is included in Neuschwanstein is the most visited castle in Germany, and one of Visegrad, a sleepy little town with a 13th century fortified fortress the world’s most popular tourist attractions. Then we proceed to that has housed many notorious visitors, including “Dracula” who Munich and tour the beautiful Bavarian capital, home to was imprisoned in its tower! centuries-old buildings and countless museums. The city is known for its annual Oktoberfest celebration and its beer halls. We will Day 5: Gyor / Bratislava / Vienna. We first stop in the old Hungarian city of Gyor, known as the “City of Waters”, and then see Altstadt (Old Town), Marienplatz Square and more. We the capital of Slovakia – Bratislava. We will have short walking overnight in Munich. tours of both cities, through their pedestrian Old Town centres full Day 12: Cesky Krumlov / Prague. We drive to the UNESCO World of statues, old city squares and 18th century pastel-coloured Heritage city of Cesky Krumlov. This picture postcard, beautiful buildings. Late afternoon arrival in Vienna. fortified medieval town is surrounded by unspoiled countryside. Our walking tour takes us through the historic centre of narrow Day 6: Vienna. Our city tour of Vienna takes us along “the Ring” and by the magnificent Opera House, Hofburg Palace and many cobblestone streets winding along romantic nooks with lively other grand buildings and monuments built when Vienna was the shops, cafes and museums. Lunch is included. We then head to capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. This evening we will visit Prague for our final 3 nights. Schonbrunn Palace with its 440 rooms and magnificent interiors. Day 13: Prague. Our coach and walking tour will show us the Mozart gave his first royal concert here in The Grand Gallery. We stunning sights of the Hradcany Castle District today, with a visit will dine at the Palace and then enjoy a concert of the works of to the majestic St. Vitus Cathedral, the Loretto Chapel (known for Mozart and Strauss in the Palace Orangery. its incredible wooden staircases) and “The Golden Lane” – named after the goldsmiths who lived here in the 17th century. Day 7: Vienna. A free day to enjoy the city. You may want to visit Belvedere Palace, (home to Gustave Klimt’s Art Nouveau treasures), Day 14: Prague. Our guided walking tour takes us across the the Sissy Museum (dedicated to the beloved wife of Franz Joseph - Charles Bridge to Lesser Town’s winding narrow streets, where we Queen of the Hungarians) or catch the training at the Spanish see the artisan houses, 17th century palaces, the Jewish Ghetto Riding School. Your Tour Manager will be on hand for suggestions. and the astronomical clock. We will enjoy a river cruise through the historic district, then a free afternoon for shopping (best buys Day 8: Hallstatt / Salzkammergut Lake District / Salzburg. We venture into the Austrian countryside and the setting of the movie are crystal and garnet jewelry) or to enjoy a dark ale and people “Sound of Music”. Beautiful lakes, forested mountains and quaint watching at a sidewalk cafe. Tonight is our Farewell Dinner. villages surround the Lake District. We will enjoy a lake cruise at Day 15: Home. We fly home to Canada!

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada and Lufthansa • Deluxe cruise in outside cabins, including all meals (unlimited wine & beer with all lunches & dinners) • 4 nights First Class accommodation with breakfast and dinner daily, and one lunch • Oberammergau Passion Play - Best available seating • All excursions as described • All tour inclusions listed on the inside cover

COSTS - Costs below are for the May tour. September tour - add $300 in each category. per person, double occupancy, from Toronto Danube Cruise • Cat. E - Piano Deck (aft) with window.....$9197 • Cat. D - Piano Deck (mid) with window... $9497 and • Cat. C - Violin Deck (aft) French balcony. .$10197 • Cat. BB - Cello Deck (aft) twin balconies.. $10797 Oberammergau • Cat. BA - Violin Deck (mid) twin balconies .$10997 • Single accommodation on request • Ottawa or Montreal - add $90 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $190 • Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton - add $290

• Deluxe Riverboat Cruise • Many shore excursions included! 13 DAYS • 2 DATES IN 2020 • Oberammergau Passion Play MAY 14 - 26 • 2 nights Prague SEPTEMBER 17 - 29 We begin this delightful holiday with a 7-night cruise to some of the most interesting cities and sites along the After the cruise we proceed to Oberammergau (Germany) storied Danube River. Our riverboat, the Deluxe MS to attend a performance of the Passion Play. The residents AMASonata is an intimate ship specially built for cruising of this Bavarian town have been performing this European rivers. Aboard you may relax in the lounge or on emotional re-enactment of the crucifixion of Christ every the sun deck. There is a fitness centre, pool, walking track ten years since 1647 to thank God for sparing them the and massage room. You will enjoy superb dining with brunt of the Black Plague. There is a cast of hundreds, special theme dinners, and quality wines from Europe’s and the beautiful open stage is framed by magnificent most famous wine regions are included with all lunches alpine scenery. The play is in German but there are and dinners. The nightly entertainment features folkloric ongoing translations. We have the best available seating. and musical performances and informative lectures. We finish with 2 nights in the “Golden City” of Prague. There is a choice of cabins and all have either a window, a French Balcony or Twin Balconies. *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily. 142 Senior Discovery Tours oberdan_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:25 PM Page 2

Tentative Itinerary for Danube Cruise & Oberammergau Day 1: Departure. We depart for Budapest, via Frankfurt. Old City Center, along the Danube River, and past the ultra-modern Ars Electronica Center. Later we will have a Day 2: Budapest. We arrive in Budapest and transfer to choice of 3 different excursions. The first option is an our luxurious river cruise ship. This evening is our excursion to Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace, for a walking Welcome Dinner. Tonight the ship will do an Illuminations tour of the historic center made famous by "The Sound of Cruise past the capital’s glittering river front. Music”. The second option is an excursion to the Czech Day 3: Budapest. Our city tour includes sightseeing on town of Cesky Krumlov - a wonderfully preserved medieval both banks of the river, including famous Heroes’ Square, town nestled in the hills. The last option is a visit to the Castle Hill, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church and Austrian Lake District - the scenic Salzkammergut region. spectacular views of the Danube. Day 8: Passau / Vilshofen. Today we enjoy a walking tour Day 4: Bratislava / Vienna. We arrive in Bratislava, of 2,000-year-old Passau, noted for its Gothic and Italian Slovakia’s capital, and enjoy a walking tour of the Old Baroque architecture, cobblestone streets and squares, as Town, including the Old Town Hall, Mirbach Palace and well as St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Also offered will be a St. Martin’s Cathedral. We will have some free time here guided bike tour along the Danube from Passau to Erlau, before our ship cruises to Vienna. After dinner we enjoy a or a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress traditional “Viennese Wine and Music” evening in a rustic overlooking Passau. Later the ship sails to medieval wine tavern outside the city, where you can enjoy a glass Vilshofen, where we will enjoy an Oktoberfest celebration of newly pressed, locally grown wine and Austrian music. with local beer and Bavarian folk music and dancing. Day 5: Vienna. Savour the Baroque elegance of Vienna Day 9: Disembarkation / Rosenheim. We disembark the with a choice of two excursions. The first option is a tour ship and transfer to Roseheim where we will enjoy a city of Vienna that takes us past the majestic Opera House, tour and an afternoon at leisure. the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburg Emperors, Day 10: Oberammergau. We attend the Oberammergau Town Hall and Vienna University. Then visit Vienna’s Passion Play, performed every ten years and involving historic city center - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and hundreds of performers and musicians from the local see St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Graben and the famous village. The play lasts through the afternoon and evening. Spanish Riding School. The other option is a guided bike Dinner is served during the intermission of the play. tour along the Danube and through the Donaupark. Day 11: Pilzen / Prague. We drive through the pastoral Day 6: Weissenkirchen / Grein. Today we have several countryside to Pilzen, a city perhaps best known for choices. You may take a walking tour in Weissenkirchen, producing Pilsner beer - a pale gold-hued Bavarian style along with a visit to the spectacular Benedictine Abbey in lager. There will be free time to explore this lovely town Melk. Or go to Durnstein, known for its Baroque before we continue to Prague. Stiftskirche and its famed blue church tower, and then go to the Melk Abbey. Or visit a local vineyard in Durnstein Day 12: Prague. Our city tour reveals why Prague is followed by a tasting of the region’s finest apricot considered one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, with a products. Later we’ll sail through the Strudengau Valley to historic city center that’s recognized as a UNESCO World Grein, which will enchant us with its nostalgic charm. Heritage Site. Visit 1,000 year-old Prague Castle and This evening there will be an excursion to Castle St. Vitus before walking over the Charles Bridge to the Old Greinburg - Austria’s oldest castle which overlooks the Market Square. There will be time at leisure in the Danube River. We will tour the castle followed by a afternoon. This evening we enjoy a Folklore Dinner Show sparkling wine reception and folklore performance. with Czech food, music, dance and traditions. Day 7: Linz. Enjoy a walking tour of the second largest Day 13: Home. We transfer to the airport for our flight city in Austria, or choose a guided bike tour around the home via Frankfurt.

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HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS: • Flights with Air Canada • Deluxe cruise in outside cabins, including all meals (unlimited wine & beer with all lunches & dinners) • 3 nights First Class accommodation with breakfast and dinner daily, and one lunch • Oberammergau Passion Play - Best available seating • All excursions as described Enchanting • All tour inclusions listed on the inside cover COSTS - Costs below are for the May tour. Rhine Cruise September tour - add $300 in each category. per person, double occupancy, from Toronto and • Cat. E - Piano Deck (aft) with window.....$9197 • Cat. D - Piano Deck (mid) with window... $9497 • Cat. CA - Violin Deck (aft) French balcony.$10197 Oberammergau • Cat. BB - Cello Deck (mid) twin balconies.$10797 • Cat. BA - Violin Deck (mid) twin balconies .$10997 • Single accommodation on request • Ottawa or Montreal - add $90 • Halifax or Winnipeg - add $190 • Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton - add $290

• Deluxe Riverboat Cruise • Many shore excursions included! 12 DAYS • 2 DATES IN 2020 • Oberammergau Passion Play MAY 14 - 25 • 2 nights Munich SEPTEMBER 10 - 21 This holiday begins with a 2-night stay in the Bavarian capital - Munich. Then we proceed to Oberammergau MS AMAStella (September) are intimate ships specially (Germany) to attend a performance of the Passion Play. built for cruising European rivers. Aboard you may relax in The residents of this Bavarian town have been performing the lounge or on the sun deck. There is a fitness centre, this emotional re-enactment of the crucifixion of Christ pool, walking track and massage room. You will enjoy every ten years since 1647 to thank God for sparing them superb dining with theme dinners. Quality wines from the brunt of the Black Plague. There is a cast of hundreds, Europe’s most famous wine regions are included with all and the beautiful open stage is framed by magnificent lunches and dinners. The nightly entertainment features alpine scenery. The play is in German but there are folkloric and musical performances and informative ongoing translations. We have the best available seating. lectures. There is a choice of cabins and all have either a Then we board our Deluxe riverboat for a leisurely 7-night window, a French Balcony or Twin Balconies. cruise through Switzerland, France, Germany and Holland. *** Those joining any of our tours to Europe must be able Our riverboats, the Deluxe MS AMAKristina (May) or the to walk fairly long distances and climb stairs easily.

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Tentative Itinerary for Rhine Cruise & Oberammergau Day 1: Departure. We depart for Munich. neighborhood, with its Gothic cathedral and famous astronomical clock. The rest of the day is at leisure. Day 2: Munich. Upon arrival in Munich we will proceed on a short city tour to give us an overview of the Bavarian Day 8: Mannheim / Rudesheim. Today choose between capital. After an included lunch we transfer to our hotel 3 excursions. The first option is a tour to the old university with the rest of the day at leisure. This evening is our town of Heidelberg, where you will visit the red-walled Welcome Dinner. castle with its Great Vat (a 49,000-gallon wine cask) and enjoy beautiful views of the Neckar Valley and city below. Day 3: Munich. This morning we will enjoy a walking tour A second option is a hike up Philosopher's Path for a around the Marienplatz - one of Germany’s most beautiful panoramic view point of Heidelberg. The third option is a squares and home to the Old and New Town Halls. The city tour of Speyer - one of Germany’s oldest cities, known Town Hall glockenspiel is as much part of Munich's for its cathedral, old churches and the medieval Altpörtel identity as the Hofbräuhaus beer hall. The iconic Church (Old Gate). We continue to Rudesheim, where tonight you of Our Lady has green dome-crested towers that can be can choose from either a visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical seen for miles around. Browsing the stalls of the Music Museum or a Rudesheimer Coffee excursion. Viktualienmarkt (food market) is a feast for all the senses. Afternoon at leisure. Day 9: Rudesheim / Koblenz. This morning we have a choice between 3 excursions: a gondola ride above the Day 4: Oberammergau. We attend the Oberammergau town to see the Niederwalddenkmal Statue, followed by a Passion Play, performed only every ten years and involving wine tasting with a local vintner; a guided bike tour along hundreds of performers, musicians, and stage hands from the Rhine River to one of Germany's best wine regions; or the local village. The play lasts through the afternoon and a guided hike to Ehrenfel’s Castle. There will be time to evening. Dinner is served during the break between the explore the Drosselgasse, the town’s most famous street, two parts of the performance. lined with shops and taverns. Later, the ship cruises Day 5: Basel / Embarkation. We arrive in Basel for a through the Rhine Gorge - the most stunningly beautiful walking tour. Switzerland’s second largest city is at the stretch of the river, with hillsides dotted with fairy-tale crossroads of Switzerland, France and Germany, and has castles. We arrive in Koblenz for a walking tour of the town. long been an important university and trade center - still Day 10: Cologne. In Cologne there will be a choice of evident in its medieval Town Hall and exquisite 3 excursions. The first is a walking tour that takes in the 18th-century homes. We will have free time to explore the Old Town, Cathedral Square and the city’s majestic Gothic city before embarking our luxurious river cruise ship. cathedral. The second option is a Kolsch Beer and local Day 6: Breisach. There will be 2 excursions to choose from specialties tasting, and the third is a guided bike tour of today. The first is a walking tour of Riquewihr - a the city. The ship departs this evening for Amsterdam. picturesque town renowned for its historic architecture Day 11: Amsterdam. We begin with a tour of Amsterdam’s and its Riesling wines. A second option is a walking tour famous landmarks, followed by a scenic canal cruise of the beautiful towns of Breisach and Freiburg, where you through the city known as the “Venice of the North”. See will visit the historical city center and Freiburg’s Münster the beautiful homes that line the water, the fabled Skinny - a Gothic cathedral constructed of red sandstone. Bridge, and the famous house where Anne Frank lived in Day 7: Strasbourg. The capital city of France’s Alsace hiding during WWII. We then walk to Begijnhof, known for region, Strasbourg, is situated on the Rhine at the its well-preserved medieval buildings, and enjoy some German border. Here you can enjoy a tour that will take time to explore. You could also take a tour of the Jordaan you past the Orangery (the town’s oldest park), the District, or join an Amsterdam Jewish Heritage excursion. European Parliament and the Place de la Republique. Day 12: Disembarkation / Home. We disembark the ship Then enjoy a walking tour of the lovely “La Petite France” and transfer to the airport for our flight home.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS • On cruises - all shore excursions are optional, and are paid Please read this page carefully before booking for on board the ship.unless stated otherwise in our brochure. your Senior Discovery Tours (SDT) holiday. Our local tour operators may also offer optional excursions. While we do our best to monitor their quality, SDT is not • SDT acts solely as agent between the passenger and responsible for the operation or costing of these excursions. supplier for providing services as described in the brochure. SDT will not assume responsibility for any claims, damages or • Please be advised that there may be different standards in expenses arising from situations beyond our control. utilities, services and accommodations outside Canada. Our Conditions of Carriage are shown on all transportation tickets classifications for accommodation are made in terms of local and such tickets constitute the sole contract between the standards. Please note that outside North America coffee, tea passenger and the transportation supplier. or drinking water are generally not included with lunch or dinner, and non-smoking rooms are generally not available. • Passports are required by those who are travelling outside Canada. Passports should be valid for at least 6 months • Please note that our cancellation insurance policy does not beyond the date of your expected return to Canada. include “upgrade to single accommodation” in case your partner cancels. In this case you may either pay the single • All itineraries are listed as “tentative”. While we make every supplement and travel as a single, or cancel the tour and effort to follow the original itinerary, we may make changes to receive a full refund, less the $75 administration fee. Also, improve the program, or because we must make changes for while our cancellation insurance policy covers the partner of a reasons beyond our control. In case any component of a tour person cancelling, it does not cover their friends who are not cannot be honoured by the contracted supplier, SDT will sharing accommodation with the cancelling party. If you must make every effort to provide a comparable alternative, cancel your tour you must notify us within 48 hours of however no liability should be inferred from these efforts. learning that you are unable to travel, otherwise the • Those who choose to decline our comprehensive insurance cancellation insurance policy is null and void. package will be issued a rebate on their tour cost, the amount to • Generally you will receive your tour documents about 10 to be informed by your Tour Consultant. The following schedule of 14 days prior to departure, unless we are held up by a cancellation penalties applies only if you have declined our supplier providing documentation, in which case you may not insurance package, or if you cancel a tour for a reason not receive them until closer to departure. covered in our insurance package (applies to tours without a cruise or rail portion. Cruise or rail penalties may vary). • Luggage handling is included wherever possible, however in some situations it does not exist - especially when removing • Cancel 61 days or more prior to departure: $75. your luggage from the carousels at airports. You should be • 60 days to 31 days prior to departure: 25% of tour cost. capable of handling your luggage in such situations. Luggage • 30 days to 8 days prior to departure: 50% of tour cost. carts are used at all airports worldwide, so pack accordingly. • 7 days or less prior to departure: 100% of tour cost. • Flight schedule changes are becoming more common, and • Our tours are designed for those who are physically fit. All are beyond our control. We are therefore occasionally forced tour members must be able to walk fairly long distances at a to change airlines, and/or routings, and/or date of travel for reasonable pace and climb stairs easily. Our tours are not your benefit. In such cases we provide as much notice as suitable for those requiring wheel chairs and/or walkers. If you possible, and do everything possible to ensure your have walking limitations, we recommend a cruise on which convenience and comfort. Should a schedule change result in the excursions are optional. If you are concerned about your an unplanned overnight enroute to or from your destination, physical ability to join one of our tours, we urge you to discuss the cost will be borne by the traveller, who will be given the which of our programs is appropriate for your activity level option to cancel with full refund. with one of our travel experts. SDT reserves the right to decline any passenger as a member of our tours at any time • You may purchase ticket upgrades to Business or First for any reason at our sole discretion. Class. You may also purchase our tours on a “land only” basis and arrange your own flights independently. Our consultants • Please read the details of your insurance coverage carefully. will be pleased to quote all cost adjustments. If you book your If you have a pre-existing condition please inquire about your own flights, home pick-up and drop-off, and arrival / departure insurance validity at time of booking. airport transfers at the destination, are not included. If you • All gratuities are included for all services provided in our book your own flights, please protect yourself with tour package. For extra services such as optional excursions, cancellation insurance as we cannot be held responsible for meals on your own, room service and any exceptional services, schedule changes, or if a tour is cancelled for any reason. tipping is at your discretion. If you wish to show appreciation • You may not make any changes to your flight arrangements to your tour escort please do so on an individual basis after the final payment due date. - collections are not permitted! • There may be occasions in which the flight portion of your • Single travellers must pay a supplement due to hotel SDT holiday is unescorted. charges. However this does not imply that they will necessarily be assigned a room as large as those assigned to two people • If a tour is cancelled for any reason our liability is limited to sharing. We can often team up those without a partner! your full refund. No tours will be cancelled due to international events, unless the government specifically • SDT will attempt to accommodate special requests by advises not to travel to your destination. notifying the suppliers in writing. We cannot guarantee that special requests, for example room locations, meal • We are unable to refund those who do not participate in any requirements for flights or hotels, seating requirements for included meals or excursions, as they are prepaid. flights, etc. will be adhered to by our suppliers, and therefore • All of our tours are conducted in English only. we cannot be held responsible. Sea view or pool view rooms • Smoking is not permitted on our motorcoaches. are not guaranteed unless noted otherwise in our brochure. Reg. #2160711

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See what our travellers have to say about us.

“We enjoyed our trip immensely!”

We really enjoyed the tour to Newfoundland and Labrador this past July. We would like to pay special tribute to our Tour Manager Karen who added a great deal to our experience.

Our coach driver Wayne was also excellent and we always felt safe with him at the wheel. His professionalism, courtesy and sense of humour were highly appreciated.

We have recommended Senior Discovery Tours to many of our friends.

Thank you for a wonderful adventure SDT. Carolyn and Patrick, ON

“We will definitely recommend Senior Discovery Tours to friends!”

I have just returned from your incredible Rocky Mountaineer tour. To say the scenery was anything less than breath-taking would be a gross understatement! I loved it!

The hotels and meals were excellent and our Tour Manager was fabulous! She made sure that the tour ran smoothly and much of the success of the tour was in part due to her efforts. I will definitely recommend SDT to my friends.

Nancy, SK “One of our best vacations”.

Just thought we’d let you know that our recent tour to Italy was one of the best vacations we have ever had! (and we’ve been lucky enough to travel quite a bit). Our group consisted of a great bunch of friendly, cheerful travellers. Our Tour Manager was caring and always one step ahead with the right information at the right time. The magnificent scenery provided us with “wow” moments every day. Had we done this tour ourselves we would have missed many of the great spectacles as well as the commentary that made the tour so much more interesting. Thank you for a great adventure SDT! Norm and Rose, BC cover_Layout 1 1/3/2019 1:09 PM Page 1

Tour Managers you can count on! Our travellers always rave about our Tour Managers. Their energetic approach to travel enlivens every tour, and their experience prepares them to gracefully and expertly handle any unexpected situations. They’re also expert at creating a positive group dynamic so that everybody enjoy a great sense of camaraderie, whether you are part of a couple or travelling on your own. Call us at 1-800-268-3492 and one of our travel experts will be happy to answer your questions and help you choose a tour.

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