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11D8N Great Caucasus 6 MCGYDA KASHMIR CROATIA 10D7N Impressive Iran SERBIA UZBEKISTAN BOSNIA ARMENIA 10 MISYZA BULGARIA MONTENEGRO AZERBAIJAN ALBANIA MACEDONIA TURKEY 11D8N Romantic Greece GREECE SYRIA CYPRUS AFGHANISTAN 14 MGATHS TUNISIA MOROCCO IRAQ IRAN JORDON KUWAIT PAKISTAN ALGERIA 11D8N Wonder of Egypt LIBYA EGYPT QATAR AUSTRALIA 18 + Red Sea SAUDI ARABIA OMAN MECAIA MAURITANIA MALI NIGER SENEGAL CHAD YEMEN SUDAN 10D7N Highlights Of BURKINA FASO 22 South Africa GUINEA COTE NIGERIA D’IVOIRE GHANA CENTRAL ETHIOPIA MSJNBA AFRICAN LIBERIA REPUBLIC CAMEROON SOMOLIA UGANDA NEW ZEALAND 12D9N South Africa GABON KENYA TASMANIA RWANDA 24 + Victoria Falls CONGO DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA MSVFAA THE CONGO

ANGOLA MOZAMBIQUE 10D7N Amazing Turkey ZAMBIA MALAWI 28 MTISTA ZIMBABWE NAMIBIA MADAGASCAR MAURITIUS BOTSWANA REUNION 6D4N Dubai and Abu Dhabi 34 MEDXBA

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Caucasus Iran 9 Be captivated by this region’s diverse offerings. 13 Dive into Iran’s Shimmering Past and Grand Present.

Greece Egypt 17 Island hopping in Greece. 21 Explore the history of a civilisation through its age-old antiquities.

South Africa Turkey Dubai 27 South Africa’s Big Five. 31 An Ancient Trail. 33 The Must-Do List in Dubai.

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SATS Premier Lounge T1 SATS Premier Lounge T2 SATS Premier Lounge T3 #031-67, Departure Transit Hall, Level 3 #036-114, Departure Transit Hall, Level 3 #03-MS-04, Departure Transit Hall, Level 3 Operation Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week Operation Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week Operation Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week Extra Miles, Extra Smiles KNOWLEDGE & PASSION & LOVE DIVERSE CHOICES & EXPERIENCE When it comes to travel, there is nobody OPTIONS more passionate and enthusiastic than the Our staff members are armed with vast travel staff at EU Holidays. Our employee’s love EU Holidays is well-known for our ability to design knowledge and invaluable experience so as to and dedication for their jobs drive them to different types of itinerary to cater to different assist our customers by giving the best advice deliver quality services. They are trained to be clienteles. Each itinerary is specially personalised to to suit their needs. The company equips all staff caring and attentive to every detail of what the fit every customer’s needs, wants and interests. The with top quality and comprehensive in-house customer desires, providing the best support option to extend your stay can even be arranged for training, on-job training, and external courses that caters to their individual needs. your itinerary. New itineraries are also launched lead by professionals in the field. These courses on a regular basis because we believe in creating concentrate on providing our staff with the an original and exclusive experience for our knowledge of giving the best travel experience customers. EU Holidays takes special effort to craft in Europe and USA. This is an essential aspect a wide variety of unique itineraries that customers of EU Holidays as we aim to give each and every can choose from. The range of itineraries vary from customer an unforgettable holiday. premium to cost saving, active to relaxing tours, and intensive coverage or country focus packages. We also work directly with our partners to provide our customers with special privileges and additional perks for their trips.

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EU Holidays has always strived to stay ahead Quality should not be compromised for EU Holidays has the prestigious honour of of the latest trends, especially for travel and affordability. That is why here at EU Holidays, we receiving many awards such as the Asia technology. Our company was the first travel believe in having the best of both worlds. Our tour Excellence Award 2013 and the Singapore agency to introduce exclusive tours to the Norway packages are customised to be the best value Excellence Award 2013. Both ESCAPE! and Arctic Circle, and brought about the popular trend for your money. Offered at an attractive rate, our Weekender travel magazines have also awarded of travelling to Finland. In order to provide our packages are packed with 4-5 star hotel stays, EU Holidays as the No. 1 Reader’s Choice for customers with unforgettable experiences when scrumptious meals, and an experience of a last Europe and USA tours. Our company has been travelling with EU Holidays, we make the effort time. EU Holidays is the only agency that offers recognised for our outstanding service, and also to reach out to organizations and companies you a night’s stay in a 5-star Hilton hotel on Venice earned us a strong following of loyal customers. overseas to obtain the best arrangements for islands as well as a 5-star Heritage hotel for your EU holidays won the TripZilla excellence awards activities and accommodations for our tour accommodation in Interlaken. for “Best for Europe 2015” and “Best for USA packages. For our Northern Europe tours, we 2015” and has recently received the prestigious have specially arranged for customers to stay Singapore Trusted Quality Brand 2015 award. in the newly launched and more spacious glass In addition, the travel agency has gone through igloos in Finland. We are also the sole distributing the Customer-Centric Initiative (CCI) program partner for exclusive sledging activities on Mt. and has attended Singapore Service Class Bussalp for our Switzerland tours. certification under SPRING Singapore. The agency certifies EU Holidays with the niche Business Excellence (BE) standard for service.

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11D8N GREAT CAUCASUS TOUR CODE: MCGYDA The spectacular mountain scenery, wonderful walks and picturesque old villages with ancient towers are all part of a trip to the Great Caucasus.

SEVANAVANK MONASTERY,ARMENIA

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HIGHLIGHTS RUSSIA Flight path Traverse by coach AZERBAIJAN • Shirvanshkh’s Palace Stepantsminda Featured destinations • Maiden Tower Overnight stays 1 3 • Shemakha Gate Mtskheta • Gobustan • Juma Mosque GEORGIA 3 Tbilisi • Sheki Khan’s Palace • Caravanserai Sadakhlo Sighnaghi 1 Haghpat GEORGIA Sheki Baku • Kakheti Wine Tasting ARMENIA Sevan Yerevan Shamakha 1 • Sighnaghi 3 Geghard • Stepantsminda Town Garni Gobustan • Ananuri Fortress Etchmiadzin • Gergeti Mountain Khor Virap • Gergeti Trinity Church AZERBAIJAN • Tbilisi sightseeing tour • Mtskheta TURKEY • Jvari Monstery • Svetitskhoveli Cathedral • Narikala Fortress cable car ride Day 1 country with wine, and a fitting place • St. Nino Monastery HOME – BAKU (AZERBAIJAN) toIRAN begin our introduction to the world- ARMENIA Meal on board renowned Georgian hospitality and • Haghpat Monastery Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for delicious food. Visit winery to have unique • Lake Sevan your flight to Baku – the capital and largest Georgian red and white varieties of wines • Sevanavank Monastery city of Azerbaijan. tasting which are produced according • Yeravan sightseeing tour Georgian clay vessel “Qvevri” technology. • Garni Monastic Complex DAY 2 Enjoy lunch with local family with • Geghard Monastery BAKU → GOBUSTAN → BAKU homemade dishes and wine. Thereafter, • Local food market Dinner toward east to visit one of the most unique • Khor Virap Monastery Upon arrival, proceed to Gobustan National cities of Georgia Sighnaghi, known as • Etchmiadzin Cathedral Park to visit Gobustan museum and rock art. town of love. This city is surrounded by • Zvartnots Temple The ‘Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape’ amazing defensive wall on the foreground • Brandy Factory is listed in 2007 as UNESCO Heritage Site. of breathtaking views of Alazani Valley. Return to Baku and visit main historical side Continue to Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia of Baku which was included into the heritage for dinner and the night. DELICACIES list of UNESCOs. You will visit the Maiden Tower, Palace of the Shirvanshahs and DAY 5 market square of the Old Town, all which will Meal Plan TBILISI → STEPANTSMINDA → 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners impress you very much. TBILISI Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Specialities DAY 3 Today you’ll start journey to Caucasus • Georgian dish with cheese BAKU → SHEMAKHA → SHEKI Mountains. Drive up the famous Georgian • Traditional meal with folk music Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Military Highway (leading to the Georgian- Morning depart Baku and drive to Shemakha. Russian Border), your first stop is Ananuri Visit the historical Friday Mosque (Juma) architectural complex, the two churches 4 HOTELS before proceed to Sheki, one of Azerbaijan’s and the fortress overlooking Zhinvali highlights towns. Visit to Sheki Khan’s Water Reservior. Continue the drive to AZERBAIJAN : Baku Central Park Palace, sweets’ confectionary and local Stepantsminda (also know as Khabezi), the AZERBAIJAN : Sheki Saray market. A quick photo stop at Caravanserai administrative center of Khevi province. GEORGIA : Tbilisi Best Western before head to dinner. Here we’ll change to 4WD vehicle and ARMENIA : Yeravan Opera Suite drive up the beautiful forest to the top of *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should DAY 4 Gergeti Mountain, where a lone church - there be changes, customers will be offered similar SHEKI LAGODEKHI BORDER Gergeti Trinity Church stands in front of accommodations as stated in this list. → → SIGHNAGHI (GEORGIA) → TBILISI one of the highest mountains of the Great Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Caucasus – Mt. Kazbegi (5047m). Return Today, after breakfast, you will be transfer to Stepantsminda and drive back to Tbilisi. to Azerbaijian-Georgian Border. After Tonight, enjoy delicious Georgian cuisine immigration clearance, enter Georgia in and national folk dance and musical shows the region of Kakheti, synonymous in the at local restaurant.

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TBILISI OLD TOWN, GEORGIA

DAY 6 Sevanavank monastery which is situated It is a great place for embracing the most TBILISI → MTSKHETA → TBILISI on Sevan Peninsula. Continue to Armenia’s picturesque views of the mountain. Tour Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner capital - Yeravan for dinner and overnight. continue to the Western part of Armenia, Commence the morning by driving to Echmiadzin. Lunch will be in local Art Mtskheta, one of the oldest towns and the DAY 8 school before visit to Echmiadzin Cathedral cultural and religious centre of Georgia. YEREVAN → GARNI → (UNESCO World Heritage) is one of the Discover UNESCO–listed attractions GEGHARD → YEREVAN oldest standing churches in Christedom. including 6th-century Jvari Monastery Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Return to Yerevan with the stop at the ruins and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Return to Start sightseeing of Yeravan city including of Zvartnots Temple (UNESCO World Tbilisi and enjoy sightseeing tour of Tbilisi visit Republic Square, Opera House, Heritage) - the ruins of this 7th century to Metekhi church, Synagogue and Sioni Freedom Square and Cascade. Depart to church were said to be the most beautiful in Cathedral. Visit Tbilisi State Museum Garni Temple. The citadel and pagan temple the world. Visit to Brandy factory for a tour (closed on Mondays and Public Holidays). of Garni, a picturesque monument of the around the factory and sampling some of After that, ride up to Narikala Fortress by Hellenistic period and an impressive piece of the finest examples of celebrated Armenian aerial cable car (if weather permit) to enjoy ancient Armenian architecture. Afterwards brandy. End the day program with a farewell breathtaking panoramic view over the Tbilisi visit a local house where we get the chance dinner in a local restaurant with folk music. city. Walk downwards to the sulfur bath to see and participate in the preparation of which made an unforgettable impression Armenian national bread “lavash” which is DAY 10 on Pushkin, Lermontov, Dumas. Enjoy the usually cooked in the ground oven called YEREVAN → HOME superb panoramic views of the Old city. “tonir”. Continue to Northeast of Garni, Breakfast, Meal on board higher up the gorge of the Azat river, there After breakfast, drive towards Georgia and DAY 7 is a magnificent monument of medieval transfer to the airport for your flight home TBILISI → SADAKHLO BORDER → Armenian architecture - Geghard monastery HAGHPAT (ARMENIA) → inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage list. DAY 11 LAKE SEVAN → YERAVAN Geghard is another incredible ancient HOME SWEET HOME Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Armenian monastery, partly carved out of a We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU After breakfast bid farewall to Georgia mountain. Return to Yeravan and visit food Holidays and we look forward to seeing you and rive to Sadakhlo border. After border market “Gum”. again for your next trip. formalities, meet your Armenia tour guide and transportation, start your acquaintance DAY 9 Tipping Guideline: ((based on 11D8N) with Armenia visit to Haghpat Monastery YEREVAN → KHOR VIRAP → • USD 88 per person which is among the outstanding works ETCHMIADZIN → ZVARTNOTS → Note: of medieval Armenian architecture and is YEREVAN • A minimum group size of 15 passengers is required inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage list. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner for a confirmed departure. Drive to Lake Sevan, one of the largest lake Today drive to Khor Virap through villages • Due to unforeseen circumstances, the sequence which stands out with astonishingly blue and vineyards and enjoy the Biblical Mt. of the itinerary may be subject to change without water. Here you can enjoy the breathtaking Ararat on the way. Visit monastery Khor prior notice. Visa is required to travel to Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia. scenery around the lake. Next visit Virap (829m) near the border with Turkey.

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The Garni Temple, Kotayk Province, Armenia The medieval basilica of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral Caucasus: Revisit Sites as Old as Time as You Discover This Lesser-Known Region Be captivated by this region’s diverse offerings.

ocated between the Black Sea to Etchmiadzin Cathedral walled city of Baku. The Maiden Tower the west and the Caspian Sea to Situated in the city of Vagharshapat, the also houses a museum, which exhibits Lthe east, Caucasus is occupied by Etchmiadzin Cathedral is one of the most the history of Baku City. Southern Russia, Georgia, Azerbaijan and visited pilgrimage sites in Armenia. It was Armenia. Besides housing these places, perceived as a holy place of worship long Georgia the mountainous area is home to Mount before Christianity was adopted. The Bodbe Monastery Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak. Thanks to its church itself was constructed in the 4th Overlooking the beautiful Alazani Valley historical highlights and its cultural insights, century and is believed to be the oldest and the snow-capped Caucasus, the Caucasus has faced a steady growth of Christian cathedral in existence. The Bodbe Monastery offers travellers with tourism in recent years. building was rebuilt in the 6th and 7th a surreal and picturesque view. Located centuries, which consisted of more recent 2km from the town of Sighnaghi, the Armenia additions in 1654 and 1868. The church Georgian Orthodox monastery was Garni Temple also has a number of notable relics, originally built in the 19th century, Armenia offers travellers a deeper including a lance that pierced the side and was remodelled and rebuilt over understanding of its ancient civilization and of Jesus Christ and a wood, dating as far time. Besides housing the 4th century is comprised of a number of religious sites, back as 6000 years old, from Noah’s Arc. Georgians relics, it was also one of the some dating as far back as first century A.D. major pilgrimage sites in Georgia. A fine example of one such structure would Azerbaijan be the Garni Temple. Located in Garni, it is Maiden Tower Svetitskhoveli Cathedral the only pagan place of worship in Armenia. Also known as Giz Galasi, the Maiden This grand and impressive cathedral Built by the Armenian King Tiridates I, the Tower is considered the Eiffel tower of the was built in the 11th century, and temple was dedicated to Helios, the Roman Old City, Baku. The symbolic landmark encapsulates Georgian church god of the sun. Although most of the pagan is much loved in the city of Azerbaijan. architecture. Both the interior and monuments were destroyed when Armenia Erected at the coast of Caspian Sea, it was exterior of the church is adorned with adopted Christianity in the early 4th century, included in the UNESCO World Heritage beautiful and intricate stone carvings that the Garni Temple was left alone upon the List in 2001. The cylindrical shaped tower will charm any art enthusiast. Besides request of King Tiridates II’s sister. The stands at 29 metres tall offering rooftop its visually pleasing ornamentation, the temple grounds is comprised of several views of Baku Bay, the Old City, the Baku building is believed to be final resting structures, including a royal summer palace, Boulevard and the De Gaulle house. It was place of Georgian Kings, and is also said

PHOTOS ©123RF PHOTOS a bath complex and a cemetery. built in the 12th century, as part of the to house Christ’s robe.

EU Holidays | Exotic 9 PREMIUM and in the stalls ofexoticand inthestalls bazaars. gems ofIran cultural atthebest monuments Zoroastrianspectacular Uncover temples. the andwitness cities, anddesert ancient capitals gardens.colourful Wander thestreets of and villages smallmountain mosques, spirit ofthenew Iran. Discover magnificent Explore ofoldPersia thehistory andthe TOUR CODE:MISYZA 10D7N IMPRESSIVE IRAN 10 Exotic |EUHolidays NASIR ALMOLK MOSQUE, SHIRAZ

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IRAN TEHRAN • Archeological Museum • Crown Jewels Museum • Sa’ad Abad Complex • Golestan Palace Tehran 1 Gobustan SHIRAZ • Karim Khan Palace Kashan 1 • Vakil Mosque 1 • Vakil Bazaar Isfahan 4 IRAN • Nasir Almolk Mosque • Eram Garden PERSEPOLIS Persepolis PASARGDAE Flight path 2 ISFAHAN • Imam Mosques Traverse by coach Shiraz • Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque Featured destinations • Aliqapu Palace • Jame’ Mosque Overnight stays 1 4 • Vank Cathedral • Naqsh-e-Jahan Square • Bazaars KASHAN • Tabātabāei House • Borujerdi House DAY 1 way to the nearby Naqsh-e Rostam and HOME→ SHIRAZ Naqsh-e Rajab. Next, we visit the world- Meals on Board heritage Pasargadae, Tomb of Cyrus the DELICACIES Assemble at theirport and depart for Shiraz - Great before driving back to Shiraz for one of the oldest cities of ancient Persia. overnight stay. Meal Plan 7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 7 Dinners DAY 2 DAY 4 SHIRAZ SHIRAZ → ISFAHAN Dinner Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Upon arrival, begin the tour with the Arrive Isfahan in the late afternoon; a grand 4 HOTELS highlights of Shiraz when was the capital of and beautiful city as well the centre of the Iran during the Zand Dynasty. Be inspired by Persian Carpets. Visit the Vank Cathedral SHIRAZ Elysee Hotel the glorious Karim Khan Palace, the splendid in the Armenian Quarter and some of ISFAHAN Safir Hotel Vakil Mosque, Vakil Bazaar and the Saray- Isfahan’s finest ancient bridges including KASHAN Negarestan Hotel e-moshir. Explore Saray-e-moshir and its Si-o-se and Khaju. TEHRAN Parsian Evin Hotel splendid architecture, visit few of the ethnic souvenir shops before heading to the Nasir DAY 5 *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should there be changes, customers will be Almolk Mosque. In the evening, We will tour ISFAHAN offered similar accommodations as stated with the Eram Garden, one of the most Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner in this list. beautiful and monumental gardens in Iran. Begin your full day tour of the beautiful city The garden is a UNESCO Site, and it is of Isfahan, the 17th century capital of the protected by Iran’s Cultural Heritage. Safavids. See the famed Naqsh-e-Jahan Square (UNESCO site), a huge square second DAY 3 in the world to Beijing’s Tiananmen Square. SHIRAZ → PERSEPOLIS → ISFAHAN Tour the architectural marvels of Sheikh Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Lotfollah and Imam Mosques, Aliqapu Palace. Today you will visit Persepolis (UNESCO Overnight stay in Isfahan. site), one of the most important sites of the ancient world. It was the capital of DAY 6 the Achaemenid Empire and was built ISFAHAN on an immense half-artificial, half-natural Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner terrace, where the king of kings created Being the tour to Isfahan’s Jame’ Mosque. an impressive palace complex inspired by it displays several centuries of historical Mesopotamian models. The importance and Islamic evolution. This mosque is a gallery quality of the monumental ruins makes it a of Islamic architecture in which the unique archaeological site. We continue our progress of architecture from the outset of

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GATE OF ALL NATIONS IN PERSEPOLIS, IRAN

Islam till recent times is evident. Contiune to KASHAN → TEHRAN archaeology. And the Golestan Palace – is a visit one of the most famous Bazaars in Iran, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Traditional Iranian Meal masterpiece of the Qajar era.It is one of the where we can purchase the arts & crafts for After breakfast, drive toward Isfahan and start oldest in Tehran, originally built during the which Isfahan is so well renowned. Evening a trip to the Archeological Museum, one of Safavid dynasty in the historic walled city. is free at leisure. the rare places in the world. Afterwards, we Afterwards we will transfer to the airport for will visit a world of jewels in the priceless your flight home. DAY 7 Crown Jewels Museum which includes one ISFAHAN → KASHAN of the two greatest diamonds, Darya-e-Noor DAY 10 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Sea of Light). At the end of the day, head HOME SWEET HOME In the morning, we head to Kashan, first for dinner at an exquisite traditional Iranian We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU of the large oases along the Qom-Kerman restaurant. Stay overnight in Tehran. Holidays and we look forward to seeing you road. It runs along the edge of the central again for your next trip. deserts of Iran. We will visit The Tabātabāei DAY 9 House, it is one of the most beautiful TEHRAN → HOME Tipping Guideline: (based on 10D7N) traditional houses of Kashan that was built Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner • USD 80 per person by Mr.Tabatabaei who was famous carpet A morning visit to Sa’ad Abad Complex with businessman of this city about 200 years an immense area of 1,100,000 square metres Note: • Due to unforeseen circumstances, the sequence of ago. Borujerdi House was built in the second and 18 magnificent historical palaces. This the itinerary may be subject to change without prior half of 18th century and it was registered in palace was built by the Pahlavi dynasty and notice. Visa is required to travel to Iran. the national world heritage with No.1083. it will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression • Iran is a country exclusion under the sanctions This house is an exemplar of a plush people on us. Our Tehran excursion will end at the notice, it will not be able cover under any insurance house in Qajar era in Kashan. Ceramic Museum where we will be able to policy.

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12 Exotic | EU Holidays FEATURE Dive into Iran’s Shimmering Past and Grand Present From the remains of resplendent empires to the simple pleasures of an afternoon chai, Iran’s timeless beauty is in more than just its attractions.

Tehran at night

s a leisure travel destination, choosing to head to Iran may be a bold and Aperhaps peculiar decision. But strip away the misconceptions, fearmongering media tales of instability, and personal prejudice and you will uncover a country filled with humility and hospitality. A nation made up of many ethnic groups - each influenced by their Greek, Arab, Turkic and Vakil Bazaar square in the old part of Shiraz Mongol occupants – Iran has so much more than just an exotic culture to offer its visitors. to add to the state’s charm and allure. enough for you to navigate on foot. Visit Some of the most intricate and beautiful the Agha Bozorg Mosque to inspect Tehran pieces of architectures – such as the Vakil the stunning example of 19th century The capital of Iran, Tehran, is the country’s Mosque – present Shiraz as a technicolour Iranian-Qajari architecture. A trip to the most secular and liberal city. This modern dreamscape that is essentially a treasure Tabātabāei House – a traditional house city still carries traces of ancient Persian trove of Persian culture and history, ready to built over 200 years ago – will keep culture whilst being the political epicentre sweep you off your feet. you fascinated for hours. Step into a and heart of the Middle East. The kaleidoscopic Kashan Bazaar to enjoy cosmopolitan state stands out from its Isfahan multiple cups of chai, explore alleys of more conservative counterparts – on the Located in central Iran, Isfahan holds beauty in shops with abstract designs on various streets you can find relatively bold fashion every nook and cranny. The city, in its wealth wares, and simply admire the painstakingly statements, art galleries, an array of local and glory days of the 17th century, inspired detailed work that went into the walls of cuisines, tea shops, and lively bazaars. the proverb, ‘Isfahan is half the world’. The the market. Despite being one of the more populated Naqsh-e Jahan Square is a areas of Iran, there are plenty of hidden standing example of Isfahan’s gems to explore if you know where to colossal, antique beauty; look. Visit the multitude of national parks, it is the largest historical state museums that carry you through the public square in the world, passages of time and sites that witnessed a containing two mosques, watershed such as the US Den of Espionage a palace, and a bazaar. The (also known as the former Embassy of the UNESCO World Heritage United States in Tehran). Site is surrounded by grand buildings from the Safavid era, Shiraz making it a true visual feast. Shiraz is synonymous with poetry and elegance. It is also the birthplace of some Kashan of Iran’s most celebrated and brilliant poets Brimming with historical Nasir al Mulk mosque in Shiraz

PHOTOS ©123RF PHOTOS – Hafez and Saadi - a fact that only seeks gems, Kashan is easy

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11D8N ROMANTIC GREECE TOUR CODE: MGATHS (Apr -Oct 2018) The place where mythical gods and goddesses, big-time philosophers and the Olympics came from, Greece is a breath- taking nation of rich culture and folklore. Plunge into some of mankind’s most significant events of history and take in the premises on which traversed important historical figures that have shaped modern society.

OIA VILLAGE ON SANTORINI ISLAND, GREECE

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GREECE ATHENS • The Acropolis GREECE • Temple of Zeus Kalambaka 1 Meteora Flight path • Zappeio Traverse by coach • Panathenaic Stadium Traverse by cruise • Syntagma Square Featured destinations • Parliament Building Delphi Overnight stays 1 2 • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 3 Athens Mykonos DELPHI 2 • Delphi Museum • Delphi Village

KALAMBAKA • Leonidas Monument 2 Santorini • The Meteora Monasteries

MYKONOS • Agios Nikolakis DAY 1 Byzantine monasteries containing precious • Church of Panagia Paraportiani historical and religious artifacts. Return to • Little Venice HOME → ATHENS • Mykonos Village Begin your romantic getaway by flying to Athens via Thermopylae, brief stop visit the • The Windmills Athens – the capital of Greece. Leonidas Monument before arrive in Athens.

SANTORINI DAY 2 DAY 5 • Fira Town ATHENS ATHENS → SANTORINI • Oia Village Meals on board Breakfast/Candlelight Dinner Upon arrival in Athens, transfer to hotel After breakfast, transfer to Piraeus port check-in. and to board a speed boat for Santorini. Santorini is one of the most picturesque DAY 3 islands in Greece. Situated opposite a ATHENS → DELPHI → KALAMBAKA volcano, the rocky island is surrounded DELICACIES Breakfast, Buffet Dinner by black beaches and pristine waters. The Depart for a 2-DAY classical tour to Delphi towns positioned on the high cliffs offer Meal Plan by coach with an English speaking guide. breath-taking and expansive views of the 8 Breakfast, 6 Dinners Upon arrival you will make a brief photo red and black beaches in the vicinity. As stop at the Castalian Spring, to explore the opposed to lush, green islands, Santorini’s Specialities: archaeological site. In Delphi, you will find beauty is otherworldly, its beauty is • Athens 1* Michelin Starred Restaurants ruins such as, the Sanctuary of Apollo, the dramatic and striking. • Mykonos Sunset Seafood Dinner Stoa of the Athenian, the Polygonal Wall, Upon arrival to Santorini proceed to • Santorini Candle Light Dinner the Serpent Column and the Temple of restaurant for a candlelight dinner with • Oia Sunset Seafood Dinner + Crazy Donkey Apollo- once famous for being a home to a spectacular views of the volcano and prominent oracle. the sea. Then, visit the Delphi museum, its 4-5 HOTELS spectacular exhibits include the frieze of DAY 6 the Siphnian Treasury, the Naxian Sphinx, SANTORINI ATHENS Metropolitan the Statue of Antinous and many other Breakfast/Oia Sunset Dinner KALAMBAKA Divani Meteora prominent artifacts. Enjoy leisure time in Day at leisure at the most breathtaking MYKONOS San Antonio Summerland SANTORINI Santorini Palace the village of Delphi before travelling to island. You may wish to walk around at Fira Kalambaka where you will have dinner and town (capital of the Santorini), or join the Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. rest for the night. optional of Wine Tasting and Pyrgos Village Should there be changes, customers will tour. Before sun sets, we will depart from be offered similar accommodations as DAY 4 hotel and proceed to Oia Village (travelling stated in this list. KALAMBAKA → METEORA → time is approx. 1 hour), and saunter around ATHENS the beautiful village. An hour before sunset, Breakfast, Chinese Dinner proceed to “Sunsets” restaurant to enjoy After breakfast, proceed to the breath- seafood dinner during the sunset. After dinner, taking scenery of Meteora Monasteries, return to hotel for overnight. built on top of huge rocks that seem to be suspended in the air. We will visit two

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METEORA ROUSSANOU MONASTERY, GREECE

DAY 7 DAY 9 Unknown Soldier” in every change of the SANTORINI → MYKONOS MYKONOS → ATHENS hour. Thereafter, head to Athens airport for Breakfast/Sunset Seafood Dinner Breakfast/ Dinner- 1 Star Michelin Restaurant your flight back to home. Pick up from hotel and transfer to Athinios After breakfast and check out, you will be port to take the fast ferry to Mykonos. transferred to the port in order to embark the DAY 11 Mykonos is famous for its white homes, ferry to Athens. HOME SWEET HOME churches and windmills. Many decades ago, Upon arriving to Rafina port, make your way We hope you enjoyed your trip with EU this island became world famous because to one star Michelin restaurant to enjoy dinner. Holidays and we look forward to seeing you of its beautiful beaches, the vivid nightlife After dinner, retire for the night to the hotel. again for your next trip. and the frequent visits of VIPs who wanted to have a taste of Mykonos unique lifestyle. DAY 10 Suggested Excursions: Upon arrival to the island of Mykonos, check • Additional activities that complement your holidays ATHENS → HOME will be at your own discretion and is entirely optional. into a hotel. The bus will pick you up at 16:30 Breakfast Minimum group size may apply and transfer to Mykonos walking tour. You Check out from hotel and depart for half • Santorini Wine Tasting Tour: €45 can traverse the whitewashed narrow roads day Athens city tour. First stop visit the • Mykonos Glass Bottom Boat Tour: €60 that look like a labyrinth, and witness the world-famous the Acropolis, where you • Athens McArthurglen Designer Outlet: €30 average DAY of the island’s inhabitants, from will visit the monumental marble gates of Tipping Guideline: (based on 11D8N) fishermen with their kaikis (wooden boats), the Propylae, the Temples of Athena, Nike • €88 per person small white washed chapels and uniquely and Parthenon. See the famous Porch of built houses. Maidens at the Temple of Erectheion. Next NOTE: Pass by Paraportiani & St. Nikolaos visit the Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus • The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and church and check-out the small shops and learn about ancient Athens. Thereafter, hotels are subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances. found all over town selling from souvenirs, continue tour with the panoramic drive by • Activities are subject to weather conditions. ranging from luxury watches to clothes. the city’s major attractions such as Zappeio, • During major events and festivals, accommodation Visit Little Venice, which offers an ideal a conference and Exhibition Hall located may be re-located to outside of the city or in another cinematic scenery to enjoy a cocktail at the heart of Athens. Short stop at the city without prior notice. during sunset – take pictures at the nearby Panathenaic Stadium, the venue of the first White Windmills- a trademark of the island. modern Olympic Games in 1896. Continue Enjoy seafood dinner with sunset view and passing by National Garden, St. Paul’s return back to the hotel. Church, Schliemann’s House (Nomismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, University DAY 8 and National Library. Drop off at Syntagma MYKONOS Square in front of the Parliament building to Breakfast enjoy the ceremonial change of the Evzone You’ll be given entire day to bask in the lively Guards who wear traditional Greek outfits PARTHENON TEMPLE ON THE ACROPOLIS atmosphere of the island. that takes place in front of the “Tomb of the IN ATHENS GREECE

16 Exotic | EU Holidays FEATURE Island Hopping in GREECE

VIEW OF FIRA TOWN - SANTORINI GREECE

You haven’t fully seen and experienced Greece Hydra Savour the serenity that this quaint island until you’ve visited its offshore islands. With offers. As part of the Saronic Islands situated as many as 6,000 islands (both inhabited and in the Aegean Sea, Hydra is a Greek island that seeks to preserve its purity. It has a ban on uninhabited), here is a brief guide to the select the usage of neon signs and strictly disallows few that no vacationers should miss. the construction of modern structures – new buildings have to follow the vintage style of architecture it currently sports. Aside from the occasional rubbish truck, it is illegal to Santorini heart of Cyclades, the history of its formation travel by car or motorcycles on the island. When you think about Greek islands, the first has been rooted in Greek mythology. After So while protecting Mother Nature, you can thing that usually comes to mind is Santorini, Hercules had slaughtered the giants, he enjoy simple commutes by donkey or bicycle, or more specifically, the crescent-shaped dumped them in a huge pile that eventually perfect for tree-huggers or those seeking an island’s picturesque architecture. Built on a petrified over time to form the island that is escape from the city life. volcano, it overlooks the Aegean Sea and Mykonos. While there, don’t forget to drop features a complex of unblemished white by the Panayia Paraportiani church and the Zakynthos Island buildings with bright blue domes (commonly Matoyanni Street. Within the Ionian Sea lies the Zakynthos found in the renowned village of Oia, which Island, the third largest Ionian Island, which sits on a cliff). Unlike regular streets that Corfu Island is also known as Zante. Get closer to nature meander through level grounds, Santorini An island off the coast of Greece, Corfu’s as you plunge into a voyage through the offers narrow, sloped alleys that make multi-cultural history is rooted in a mix of the beaches along its more mountainous regions. journeys around town like one huge hike. French, British and Italian. Sparkling azure Explore its rugged coves and cliffs, and if waters and classical, vintage spots make this you’re lucky, you may bump into one of the Mykonos an attractive destination for any visitor of resident sea turtles or seals. You can’t miss Known as the island of the winds, Mykonos Greece. Some of the more enchanting places the Shipwreck Cove, which is known by other is the place for adrenaline-junkies seeking to swing by are the medieval castles, the names as well such as Smugglers Cove and a taste of its water sports. Windsurfing, jet Monastry of Paleokastritsa and Angelokastro, Navagio Beach. Accessible only by boat, a skiing, sea parachuting, sailing, snorkelling as well as the Old Town, which features the shipwrecked vessel from 1980 still lies on its and diving are some of the most thrilling Paris-inspired Liston Street, the Spianada shores, an incredible sight that trumps any visit activities to try your hand at. Located at the Square and the Venetian fortresses. to the museum.

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11D8N WONDER OF EGYPT + RED SEA TOUR CODE: MECAIA

TEMPLE OF KING RAMSES II IN ABU SIMBEL, EGYPT

HIGHLIGHTS

EGYPT CAIRO • Giza Pyramids & Sphinx Cairo 3 • The Sakkara Pyramid EGYPT • The Egyptian Museum • Khan El Khlili Market HURGHADA • The Golden Sand & Flight path Coral Reefs Traverse by coach LUXOR • Luxor Temple Hurghada 2 Traverse by cruise Featured destinations • Karnak Temple • Valley of the Kings Overnight stays 1 2 3 • Temple of Hatshepsut Luxor ASWAN 1 • Aswan High Dam Edfu • The Temple of Philae 1 • Abu Simble 1 NILE CRUISE Kom Ombo • Edfu, Temple of Horus Aswan • Kom Ombo, Temple of God Sobek

DAY 1 the country’s incredible history as you gaze DELICACIES HOME CAIRO at the world’s most extensive collection → Meal Plan Assemble at the airport and depart for , of Pharaonic antiquities, stepping into the Cairo 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners the capital of Egypt. mystical realm of ancient Egypt.

DAY 2 DAY 3 5 HOTELS CAIRO CAIRO Meals on Board, Lunch, Dinner Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner CAIRO Movenpick HURGHADA Hilton Begin the tour with a full day at the Egyptian Feast your eyes as you embark on a road trip Museum, also known as the Museum of to discover the most significant monuments Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Egyptian Antiquities, which houses about on Egypt. First is the , Should there be changes, customers will Great Sphinx of Giza be offered similar accommodations as 120,000 Egyptian antiques. Learn about whose origins and purpose is clouded in stated in this list.

18 Exotic | EU Holidays PHOTOS ©123RF the Ombo, an Egyptian town, where you can find ancient granitequarries.SailovertoKom floods intheNile,aswelltoprotect the the two massiverock temples.Then,take to Enter theAbu Simbel, whichare madeof Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner CRUISEASWAN NILE 5 DAY stated issubjected to cruiseschedule. Note: Overnight cruisemay not stop atcity port for somerest. night comes toaclose,return tothecruise wooden sailboat, downtheNile.As an optionalrideinafelucca, atraditional Unfinished Obelisk. Next,youmaytake by theTemple of Philae andthegigantic a city insouthernEgypt. There, youwillboard Start yourfourth dayjourneyingtoAswan,a Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner CAIRO 4 DAY pyramids includingthePyramidof Djoser. an ancientgraveyard that carriesseveral great pyramids,before reaching theSakkara , own. Continuefrom there toseetheother architecture isanincredible feat allonits Towering at nearly140m, itsmere triangular part of theSevenWonders of theWorld. of Giza, theoldestancientstructure that is Next, standinaweof theGreat Pyramid suggest itspresence asearly2520B.C. mystery, althoughthere isevidence that OMBO Nile Cruise. Asthedaymovesalong,drop TEMPLE OF HATSHEPSUT Temple of Gods Sobek andHaroeris. Aswan High Dam. Itwasbuilttoreduce → → ASWAN EDFU → NILECRUISE → KOM retire intothenightoncruise. Back ontheship,proceed ontoEdfu and with atriptoLuxor. Egyptian inscriptionsandsymbols.Carryon sits aboveruinsof earliertemplesandboasts Horus. Builtbetween237B.C. and57B.C., it arrive at EdfuandheadtotheTemple of Going passtheEsna locksontheNileRiver, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner NILE CRUISE EDFU 6 DAY into Hurghada’s turquoise waters. Free of Freshen upinthemorningwith adip Breakfast, Dinner HURGHADA 8 DAY Egyptian resort city, Hurghada. history. Then,endthedaybytravellingto one of thelargest templecomplexes in II. FollowbytheKarnakTemple Complex, Pharaoh AmenhotepIIandRamses is at theTemple ofLuxor, builtinthetimeof Amenhotep III. Thenextpit stopof theday 2 massivestonestatues of Pharaoh to theSunGod.PassbyColossiofMemnon, of Hatshepsut, amortuarytemplededicated Kingdom of ancientEgypt. Next,visitTemple pharaohs andpowerfulnoblesof theNew the Kings,where tombswere builtfor the the westbankof theNiletovisitValley of on theNileCruiseends.Startjourneyto Arriving at Luxor, thisiswhere theseavoyage Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner LUXOR 7 DAY → HURGHADA

→ LUXOR

again for yournexttrip. Holidays andwelookforward toseeingyou We hopeyouenjoyedyour tripwithEU HOME SWEET HOME 11 DAY home. Bid Cairo farewell andjourneybyairbackto Breakfast CAIRO 10 DAY the street, which receives manyvisitors. colourful native gemsandothertrinkets along Known asKhan to theoldestorientalmarket inthecountry. Depart toCairo, where youwillbeintroduced Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner HURGHADA 9 DAY Hurghada Hotelfor thenight. via a4x4jeepat ownexpenses.Retreat tothe may alsoventure off-track tothedesertsafari the soft goldensandandvibrantcoral reefs. You contamination, frolic at theclearbeach,enjoying • • *minimum group size may apply be at your own discretion andisentirely optional. Additional activities that complement your holidays will Suggested Excursions: • Note: • • • Tipping Guideline: (basedon11D8N)

D USD 88per S G H N notice. VISA is required to travel to Egypt. the itinerary may besubject to change withoutprior afari By 4X4 with Lunch: USD45 lass Boat Hurghada: USD45 ot Air Balloon Luxor: USD120 ubian Village Aswan: USD 35 ue to unforeseen circumstances, the sequence of → HOME person El KhaliliMarket , itdisplaysits → CAIRO

EU Holidays | Exotic 19 Petra was the central meeting point of the Nabatean spice routes which originated from the Persian Gulf, Western Arabia and the Red Sea. The natural richness of the mountainous area combines in a superb way with the refined culture and massive architecture of the Nabateans, who carved the Street of Façades, the Theatre, the Royal Tombs and the Monumental Arch, and other houses and roads entirely into the rose-red sandstone rocks. No wonder UNESCO placed Petra on its World Heritage List.

DAY 12 AMMAN → DEAD SEA → NEBO → AMMAN Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner This morning we drive to the lowest point on earth, the Dead Sea, where you have leisure time and the chance to float on water. Try the well-known healing powers of the mud from the sea’s floor, relax in the gentle, lapping waters. Next, visit Mount Nebo, one of the most important holy sites in Jordan. This is the very place where the prophet Moses gazed PETRA, JORDAN upon the Promised Land, and is the presumed site of his burial. Known for its spectacular Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, Madaba is home to the Greek Orthodox Basilica of Saint George, which houses the famous 6th century ADD ON FOR MECAIA ONLY Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. Afterward, return journey to Amman.

5D3N JORDAN EXTENSION DAY 13 TOUR CODE: MJAMMS AMMAN → JERASH → AJLOUN → AMMAN → HOME Breakfast, Lunch, Meals on Board Today you will be escorted to Jerash, the DAY 10 best example of a Roman provincial city in CAIRO → AMMAN the whole Middle East. Visit the spectacular ITINERARY FROM Lunch, Dinner forum, Roman colonnaded street, the DAY 1-9 Bid Cairo farewell and journey by air to Nymphaeum and the Temple of Artemis. Amman. Upon arrival, discover Jordan’s Then transfer through a beautiful pine-forest FOLLOWS MECAIA capital Amman. First visit the Citadel, is on and olive groves, reaching the city of Ajloun, one of the seven hills on which Amman was here you will find Al-Rabid Castle; the built. Standing on this hill when the muezzins 12th century Castle built by one of Saladin’s DELICACIES call upon the faithful to pray. From the lieutenants in the campaign against the Citadel we have a panoramic overview over Crusaders. After the visit, transfer back direct Meal Plan the traditional part of the city. In downtown to the airport for your flight home. 3 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 3 Dinners we see the Roman Theatre from 2nd century and the traditional souks. After dinner transfer DAY 14 to the hotel in Amman for overnight. HOME SWEET HOME 4 HOTELS We hope you enjoyed your trip with EU Holidays DAY 11 and we look forward to seeing you again for your AMMAN Olive Tree Hotel AMMAN → PETRA → AMMAN next trip. Note: Hotels subject to final Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Tipping Guideline: (based on 14D11N) confirmation. Should there be changes, The lost city Petra: no visit of Jordan will be customers will be offered similar • USD 112 per person complete without having seen the capital accommodations as stated in this list. of the ancient Nabatean kingdom, Petra. Note: The long-lost city of Petra, carved entirely • Due to unforeseen circumstances, the sequence of the itinerary may be subject to change without prior by man into the rose-red sandstone rocks. notice.

20 Exotic | EU Holidays FEATURE The Timeless Treasures of Egypt Explore the history of a civilisation through its age-old antiquities.

View of Fira Town - Santorini Greece

nce ruled by what most believed Hurghada is a renowned scuba diving spot history of Egypt, the Karnak Temple to be the descendents of the and a popular beach resort town. Home not only exhibits Egyptian design and gods and goddesses, Egypt was to the Golden Sand & Coral Reefs, the city architecture, but also provides insight into Ohome to the likes of Cleopatra, lures nature-lovers from all walks of life to its the lives of pharaohs of ancient Egypt. The Tutankhamun, Khufu, and many other diverse and vibrantly coloured coral reefs and massive temple complex dates back over Egyptian royalties. abundant marine life. The stunning turquoise 2,000 years and is comprised of towering Renowned for its abundance of statues, waters are excellent for columns engraved with hieroglyphs, temples and monuments, Egypt’s treasures windsurfing and has chapels, and many other ruins. It mystify travellers even to this day. attracted many tourists was once the largest religious The Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx over the past decade with monument covering over of Giza have long since enchanted the world its diving and snorkeling 200 acres of land and with their impressive architecture. Although activities. Alternatively, was a sacred place of the Pyramids of Giza are a testament to you can also visit the city pilgrimage for nearly ancient Egyptian planning and ingenuity, it is Luxor, where you will be 2,000 years. The area the Great Pyramid of Giza (also known as the dazzled by the sheer of of enclosure of Amun Pyramid of Khufu) that is renowned for its size, wealth of its temples and alone could hold ten structure, and near perfect proportions. It is tombs. average European also one of the oldest and largest pyramids in As a popular destination, cathedrals. Egypt and remains largely intact. Built under Luxor is home to treasures Abu Simbel Discover more of Egypt’s Temples the rule of King Khufu, it was intended to such as the Luxor Temple, archaeological sites at the be the pharaoh’s tomb. The oddly shaped Karnak Temple, Valley of Kings idyllic city of Aswan. Located south monument, approx. 480-foot high, houses and Temple of Hatshepsut. The valuable of Cairo, Aswan is highly populated yet hundreds of chambers that are yet to be monuments and antiquities are wonderful it is the smallest of the three major cities discovered even today. sights to explore. The Luxor Temple is that is situated on the Nile. It is home to Carved from a mound of natural rock, the among the most beautiful temples in Egypt. many granite quarries from which most of Great Sphinx of Giza symbolises strength It runs close to the river Nile and was the obelisks seen in Luxor were sourced. and wisdom. Unlike the Greek sphinx, which dedicated to Amun, the god king. Fronted You should visit the Aswan High Dam is usually female, the Egyptian sphinx is by the massive statues and several obelisks, built across the Nile River. It is known for typically portrayed as a male. In contrast to the temple’s latest additions includes a bringing great benefits to Egyptian farmers the malevolent Greek version, the Egyptian shrine to Alexander the Great, a Roman and for playing a major role in the country’s sphinx was also depicted as a benevolent sanctuary and an Islamic shrine. The main power supply. If you still have some time to figure in history. One common thing entrance to the temple complex was spare, drop by the Abu Simbel temples, two between both figures is that they guard originally flanked by six colossal statues of huge rock temples (The Great Temple and places of great importance. Ramesses. The Small Temple) that were built during the Although Egypt isn’t known for its beaches, If you’d like to learn more about the reign of Ramesses II.

EU Holidays | Exotic 21 PREMIUM 10D7N HIGHLIGHTS OF SOUTH AFRICA TOUR CODE: MSJNBA Let the wild animals from National Geographic come to life right before your eyes. As you traverse through South Africa, live among tribal folk and embark on game drives. Exhilarating and eye opening, prepare for nine days of back-to-back adventures.

GAME RESERVE

DAY 1 HOME → JOHANNESBURG Meals on Board Assemble at the airport and depart for ZIMBABWE Johannesburg the capital of the BOTSWANA Gauteng Province.

DAY 2 JOHANNESBURG → SUN CITY Lunch, Dinner Upon arrival, proceed for lunch and then visit NAMIBIA Pilanesberg National Park 1 SWAZILAND to Predator World that offer an opportunity 1 Pretoria to see many of Africa’s predatory species at Sun City 2 close quarters. depart to Sun City, a premier holiday resort city, offering a myriad of different Johannesburg entertainments, shopping and plenty of attractions and activities that will keep you busy. LESOTHO Try your luck in the casino, or take in spectacular SOUTH AFRICA show (own expenses).

Flight path DAY 3 Traverse by coach SUN CITY → PILANESBERG Featured destinations NATIONAL PARK Cape Town 3 Overnight stays 1 2 3 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner After breakfast, depart to Pilanesberg National ©123RF Cape Peninsula Park - the fourth largest National Park in

southern Africa, lies inside a 1300 million-year- PHOTOS:

22 Exotic | EU Holidays HIGHLIGHTS old volcanic complex and offers a wide variety of beautiful landscapes. Check in and free SUN CITY time to relax and explore the safari lodge. Late PILANESBERG NATIONAL PARK afternoon, hop on 4x4 open vehicle safari • Safari Game Drive game drive to see Africa Big 5. • Predator World PRETORIA DAY 4 • Union Buildings PILANESBERG NATIONAL PARK → CAPE POINT, SOUTH AFRICA • Voortrekker Monument PRETORIA → JOHANNESBURG • Opera House, Church Square Breakfast, Lunch, Game Meat Dinner for discover the oldest commercial wine estate JOHANNESBURG Enjoy an early morning safari game drive. in South Africa. Take a step back in time, and • Lesedi Cultural Village The morning safaris are very rewarding with come and experience a 45minute wine tasting & • Constitution Hill light for photography. Lions are still lively and cellar tour, on this historical Constantia Wine Estate. • Nelson Mandela Square on the move at this time, antelope are more You can walk around the vineyards at your leisure CAPE TOWN energetic and an abundance of birds may before departing to visit Jewel Africa. • Cape Town Ostrich Ranch also be seen. Breakfast in lodge then depart • Table Mountain with cable car ride for Johannesburg. Enroute to Pretoria, visit DAY 8 • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront the Jacaranda city and take in Pretoria’s past, CAPE TOWN → CAPE PENINSULA • Groot Constantia Wine Farm present and future. Drive past the site include → CAPE TOWN • Cape Peninsula Tour Union Buildings, Voortrekker Monument Breakfast, Lobster Lunch, Full Abalone Dinner • Seal Island Hout Bay and several other significant structures at The entire day will be dedicated to exploring • Cape of Good Hope Church Square. Enjoy game meat dinner Cape Peninsula. Our journey to Cape Point • Cape Point Funicular at Carnivore Restaurant before we check in takes us along the scenic Atlantic coastal • Boulders Penguin Colony Johannesburg hotel. routes, passing the pristine beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay as well as Hout Bay. Enjoy *Note: The Table Mountain excursion and the Seal Island Boat Ride are subject to weather conditions. DAY 5 a boat ride to Seal Island to view seals and JOHANNESBURG sea bird if weather permits. Continues over Breakfast, Tribal Buffet Lunch, Dinner Chapman’s Peak which offers amazing photo Visit to Lesedi Cultural Village where you’ll opportunities, and onto the Cape of Good DELICACIES learn about local South African tribes. Hope Nature Reserve. Ascend to the top of Journey into the daily lives and rich traditions Cape Point by Funicular to see the lighthouse Meal Plan of the Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Sotho and Ndebele and enjoy the panoramic views. Dine on a 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners with your guide. Enjoy a tribal dance show lobster lunch before departing to Boulders and savor a buffet lunch. Then we will drive Beach to catch a glimpse of the endangered Specialities past the Carlton Centre in Johannesburg African penguins. Today end with a top-grade • Ostrich lunch City and surrounding areas. Enjoy a guided abalone dinner that leaves you wanting more. • Lobster lunch tour of Constitution Hill. Thereafter, • Abalone dinner • Game Meat dinner enjoy shopping and leisure time at Nelson DAY 9 • Tribal Buffet Lunch Mandela Square. CAPE TOWN → HOME Breakfast, Meals on Board DAY 6 Head to Cape Town airport, where you will JOHANNESBURG → CAPE TOWN get ready to check­in for your flight and depart 4 HOTELS Breakfast, Ostrich Meat Lunch back to home. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your JOHANNESBURG Southern Sun Montecasino flight to Cape Town, South Africa’s oldest city DAY 10 PILANESBERG NATIONAL PARK Bakubung and legislative capital. Upon arrival, depart Bush Lodge HOME SWEET HOME for Cape Town Ostrich Ranch to learn about We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU SUN CITY Soho Hotel CAPE TOWN Southern Sun Cape Sun the species in a guided tour and savour the Holidays and we look forward to seeing you Ostrich Meat lunch, served at the Ostrich again for your next trip. *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should Farm. Then, indulge in retail therapy at the there be changes, customers will be offered similar Suggested Excursions: accommodations as stated in this list. Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. • Additional activities that complement your holidays will be at your own discretion and is entirely optional. DAY 7 *minimum group size may apply. CAPE TOWN • Sunset Champagne Cruise: USD 30 Breakfast, Dinner • 15min Helicopter Scenic Flight: USD 90 Today ascend Table Mountain for unforgettable sweeping views (if weather Tipping Guideline: (based on 10D7N) • USD 80 per person permits). Drive back to Cape Town city through the Cape Malay Quarter, past the Grand Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Parade, City Hall and the Castle of Good sequence of the itinerary may change without Hope. Thereafter, depart to Groot Constantia prior notice.

EU Holidays | Exotic 23 PREMIUM TOUR CODE:MSVFAA 12D9N VICTORIA FALLS SOUTHAFRICA + 24 VICTORIA FALLS, SOUTHAFRICA a-lifetime experience for citydwellers. this safari expedition serves asaonce-in- aswellbeasts, aslushfalls and greenery, Africa. Aboundwithnature’s ferocious Take awalk onthewildsideinSouth Exotic |EUHolidays

PHOTO: 123RF/DMITRY PICHUGIN Victoria Falls 3 HIGHLIGHTS ZIMBABWE

ZIMBABWE • Victoria Falls Guided Tour • Victoria Town Sightseeing Tour • The Zambezi Explorer Cruise BOTSWANA SOUTH AFRICA SUN CITY NAMIBIA Pilanesberg N.P 1 Sun City SWAZILAND • Valley of The Waves 1 JOHANNESBURG • Pilanesberg TWO Game Drives 1 • Lesedi Cultural Village • Nelson Mandela Square Johannesburg • Monte Casino CAPE TOWN • Cape Town Ostrich Ranch LESOTHO • Table Mountain with cable car ride SOUTH AFRICA • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront • Cape Town City Tour Half Day • Cape Point Tour Full Day Flight path • Seal Island Boat Ride Traverse by coach • Cape Point Funicular Ride Featured destinations • Boulders Penguin Colony Cape Town 3 Overnight stays 1 2 3 *Note: The Table Mountain excursion and the Seal Cape Peninsula Island Boat Ride are subject to weather conditions.

DAY 1 comprising of a cruise on the Chobe River DELICACIES HOME → JOHANNESBURG and a game drive in the world-famous Chobe Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport and National Park. Meal Plan depart for Johannesburg, the capital of the 9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners Gauteng Provide. DAY 4 Specialities VICTORIA FALLS •Boma Dinner DAY 2 Breakfast, Makuwa Kuwa Lunch, •Makuwa Kuwa Lunch VICTORIA FALLS Sunset Cruise Dinner •Sunset Cruise Dinner Meals on board, Lunch, Boma Dinner Today start with a city tour of the Falls •Authentic Tribal Lunch Catch your domestic flight to Victoria Falls, town, followed by free time at the •Ostrich lunch located at the border between Zambia and Elephant Walk and Arts & Craft center •Lobster lunch Zimbabwe. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel for for shopping. Lunch will be served at the •Abalone dinner check in and lunch. This afternoon, embark Makuwa Kuwa Restaurant and experience on an unforgettable experience with a visit to “Vulture Culture”. In the late afternoon, Victoria Falls rainforest, one of the 7 Natural transfer to the jetty for a luxury Dinner 4-5 HOTELS Wonders of the World. You’ll be treated to an Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River with VICTORIA FALLS: A’Zambezi River Lodge impressive view overlooking massive gorges awesome scenery and gourmet food. Take SUN CITY: Cascades Hotel plunging into imperceptible depths. Tonight, in the beauty and grandeur of the Mighty PILANESBERG NATIONAL PARK: enjoy the Victoria Falls highlight - The Boma Zambezi as you spot an assortment of Bakubung Bush Lodge Dinner & Drum Show. Its described as an game including Hippo, elephant, crocodile JOHANNESBURG: Southern Sun Montecasino unforgettable African experience infused with and a wide variety of bird species. CAPE TOWN: Commodore Hotel Zimbabwean cuisine, spirited performances *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Should and traditional storytelling. DAY 5 there be changes, customers will be offered similar VICTORIA FALLS → accommodations as stated in this list. DAY 3 JOHANNESBURG → SUN CITY VICTORIA FALLS → FREE DAY Breakfast, Buffet Dinner Breakfast If time permits, you can do some last-minute After breakfast, spent the day at leisure or shopping before transfer for domestic flight check with your guide for other optional to Johannesburg. Upon arrival, head to Sun activities to join. You may choose see Victoria City, a premier holiday resort city, offering a Falls from an entirely different perspective myriad of different entertainments, shopping when you take a 15 or 30-minute helicopter flip and plenty of attractions and activities that will over this awe-inspiring natural phenomenon. keep you busy. Try your luck in the casino, or Alternative, join a full day Safari package take in spectacular show (own expenses).

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TURKEY ISTANBUL Istanbul Bolu • Hippodrome 1 • Topkapi Palace 1 • Blue Mosque • Hagia Sophia • The Marmaray Railway 1 Ankara • Grand Bazaar Canakkale TURKEY CANAKKALE Pergamon • Troy • Trojan House Cappadocia 2 KUSADASI Selcuk • Ephesus • Turkish Leather Show Room 1 PERGAMON Kusadasi 1 • The Acropolis Pamukkale Konya • Bergama Acropolis Cable Car KONYA • Mevlana Museum • Horozluhan Caravanserai CAPPADOCIA • Goreme Open-air Museum Flight path • Avanos Pottery Village Traverse by coach • Valleys of Goreme Traverse by cruise • Carpet Factory Featured destinations • Whirling Dervishes and Belly Dance Overnight stays 1 2 with unlimited soft and alcoholic drinks ANKARA • Ataturk Mausoleum

DAY 1 get to the city’s Acropolis, you’ll have to take DELICACIES HOME → ISTANBUL the cable car. Next, hop on for a ride bound Meals on Board for Kusadasi, an Aegean Coastal town. Meal Plan Assemble at the airport and depart for 7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 7 Dinners Istanbul, a unique city that’s built on two DAY 4 continents, Asia and Europe. KUSADASI SELCUK Specialities → → • Turkish Kebab PAMUKKALE • Elti Ekmek DAY 2 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner in Hotel • Turkish Grill Fish ISTANBUL → CANAKKALE Ever wondered where the biblical Virgin Mary Lunch - Turkish Kebab, Dinner in Hotel might have lived? We explore the House of Kick things off with a trip to theTopkapi Virgin Mary then traipse through the Ephesus 4-5 HOTELS Palace, the first Great Imperial Palace of the ancient city. Following that, see one of the Ottoman Dynasty. The 16th century Blue world’s ancient seven wonders, the Artemis ISTANBUL Wyhdnam Old City Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Mosque), the only Temple. Luncheon will be served, before we CANAKKALE Kolin one in Istanbul with 6 minarets, is next. leave for Pamukkale. KUSADASI Grand Belish Admire the Egyptian Column, Serpentine Note: Pamukkale is a thermal region with an PAMUKKALE Thermal Colossae Column and Ibrahim Pasha Palace at the abundance of hot springs. Most hotels will have CAPPADOCIA MCD Cave Hippodrome Square, before visiting the thermal baths as well, so please bring your swimwear. BOLU Von Christian-Islamic St. Sophia Museum. After an *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. appetising meal, board a ferry to Canakkale DAY 5 Should there be changes, customers will be via Gallipoli. offered similar accommodations as stated PAMUKKALE → KONYA → in this list. CAPPADOCIA DAY 3 Breakfast, Lunch - Etli Ekmek, Dinner in Hotel CANAKKALE → PERGAMON → Enter the Hierapolis to experience its KUSADASI unrivalled thermal baths, before stepping Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner in Hotel into the Cotton Castle. Formed by deposits The Legendary wooden horse of Troy, of white limestone from thermal springs, the is located at Canakkale. After touring the heavenly terraces exude a surreal, mystical grounds of the ancient city within which vibe not to be missed. Lunch at Horozluhan, it is found, move on to the next ancient an ancient caravanserai restored restaurant. destination, the roman city of Pergamon. To Visit the 700-year-old ancient “hotel”,

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COTTON CASTLE, PAMUKKALE known as the Caravanserai, which used for more things to do, try the Sunrise Hot Air DAY 9 to host traders and travellers. Then, visit Balloon Tour at own expense, which brings ISTANBUL → HOME the museum of 13th century philosopher, you across the lavish landscape. Breakfast Melvana Celaleddin-i Rumi, for the last Today, you will have the entire morning to stop of the day. DAY 7 yourself with the choice to either sleep in CAPPADOCIA → ANKARA → BOLU or make up your own itinerary in Istanbul. DAY 6 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner We recommend trying the Balik Ekmek and CAPPADOCIA On the way to Safranbolu, a UNESCO World Bosphorus River Cruise. Once you’re done, Breakfast, Lunch - Pottery Kebab, Heritage town, stop by the country’s second head to the airport for a homebound flight. Dinner in Hotel largest lake, Lake Tuz, as well as the Ataturk A visit to the scenic Valley of Fairy Chimneys Mausoleum. Gaze at the Black Sea Region’s DAY 10 marks the start of your day in Cappadocia. profusion of nature, as you journey onwards. HOME SWEET HOME Walk through the Underground City of We hope you enjoyed your vacation with EU Kaymakli, which once housed 15,000 DAY 8 Holidays and we look forward to seeing you Christian refugees. Next, scale the Esentepe BOLU → ISTANBUL again for your next trip. Hill to get a bird’s eye view of the unorthodox Breakfast, Lunch - Turkish Grill Fish, World Heritage Site. After the Pigeon Valley, Dinner - Chinese Fare Suggested Excursions: venture into the Goreme Open-Air Museum, The day begins with a tour of the Old Additional activities that complement your holidays populated with multiple monasteries with Bazaar, Sundial Clock, Koprulu Mosque, will be at your own discretion and is entirely optional. raw, rock facades. Pick up a new skill Turkish Delight Shop and the Old Bath, *minimum group size may apply while at the Avanos Pottery Village and be built in 1322. Take to the highest point of • Bosphorus Cruise + Spice market: USD 75 enchanted by the unusual Uchisar “Castle” Hidirlik Hill, where you’ll be greeted with • Hot Air Balloon Tour: USD 230 Village. Unwind into the night watching a landscape of the Ottoman city below. In • Jeep safari: USD 85 123RF/TURKEY TOURISM BOARD

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TURKEY An Ancient Trail

A fusion of the East and West, Turkey is a Muslim nation Goreme Open-air Museum Heading to Cappadocia, make a pit stop at with a unique location that touches a part of Europe and the Goreme Open-air Museum. A UNESCO Asia. Influenced heavily by the Muslim-centric Ottoman World Heritage Site, it boasts a complex Empire, which was found in the country, it boasts a rich of monasteries from the 10th to 12th century. One of its most distinctive features culture and intriguing history. But what wows visitors includes its raw, rock façade, which is an are the ancient cities and the ruins within that Turkey incredible sight of odd and almost organic architecture. Beyond the unpolished is replete with. Follow our trail into yesteryears as we exterior are detailed frescoes, depicting highlight the must-visit crowd favourites. biblical and angelic characters, whose colour has hardly faded over the years. Safranbolu Ancient city of Troy Trajan, Atheneum Library and the grandest Travel back to the ancient times of the It was supposedly where the mythical of all sights, also known as the hallmark of Ottoman Empire in the town of Safranbolu, Trojan War took place. Dating back to Pergamon architecture, with steep steps located north of Ankara. Due to its famous about 4,000 years ago, Troy is an ancient and a capacity of about 10,000 people, traditional Ottoman houses and its key city found in the province of Canakkale, the Hellenistic Theatre. role in the history of the caravan trade, the Turkey. The iconic site, which inspired city has been listed as a UNESCO World Iliad, an epic poem by Homer, was of Ancient city of Ephesus Heritage Site. The Old Town of Safranbolu is both historical and cultural significance. Situated in the small town of Selcuk in also home to a plethora of ancient treasures It was first inhabited in the early Bronze Kusadasi, the ancient city of Ephesus such as well-preserved old buildings and Age, when a wall was built to protect the lays in ruins. Though without concrete 1008 registered historical artifacts. Here, citadel. Eventually, the city expanded, evidence of the exact date of origin, it is you may also find the famous Cinci Han, including a residential complex, as well as believed that this city has been around a brooding 17th-century caravanserai that a palace of sorts. since 3,000BC. Located by a valley, it has been converted into a hotel brimming was used as an ancient trading centre, as with shops, as well as the Cinci Hamam, Ancient city of Pergamon well as a hub for Christians. Don’t miss a prominent Turkish bath that is still in Another ancient city to visit is Pergamon, the Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven operation today since the 17th century. located in northern and western Bergama. Wonders of the Ancient World), Library of Do stroll along the cobbled streets of The city rose to prominence in the Celsus (built in 125AD), Odeon (a theatre Safranbolu and admire the graceful, half- 123RF

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One of the most popular tourist Visit the World’s Tallest Building destinations, Dubai holds a multiplicity Defeating the Shanghai Tower, One World Trade Centre, John of attractions that can be hard to choose Hancock Centre and the Petronas Towers in height, the world’s 3tallest man-made structure is Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, standing between, especially when on a tight at 829m. Stand at the base of the building and you’ll feel like the schedule. Sifting out the best of the smallest creature on Earth, but ascend to the top observation deck of the skyscraper and you’ll be gifted with a magnificent view of the best, we present you with the ultimate city landscape. Designed by Adrian Smith, it began construction in Dubai to-do list, featuring one-of-a-kind Sept 21, 2004 before completion about six years later in 2010. activities that you can find nowhere else Visit the World’s Only in the world. 7-Star Hotel When you want to feel like royalty, there’s nothing like Ski in the Mall of the Emirates stepping foot into the world’s most luxurious hotel, known 4as the Burj Al Arab. Standing alone on an artificial island Dominating all others, the most enthralling spot in all of South surrounded by the sea, its mere structure that resembles the shape America is Machu Picchu. Dating back to the 15th century, of a ship’s sail is a sight to behold. Designed by Tom Wright of WKK 1the ancient site is allegedly the last Incan city in Peru. Its Architects, the hotel has 28 double-story floors with 202 suites, the primeval presence will transport you into the mysterious world of largest of which spans an astounding 780 square metres. You would yesteryear. To reach the ruins, you would have to journey 2,430m have to be a millionaire to afford a stay at one of its Royal Suites, above the sea level to the top of the mountain. A UNESCO World which is priced at about US$18,000 per night. Heritage Site, the abandoned grounds blend into the steep, rocky terrain and green plains. To get the best views, head to the highest point for a panorama of the almost systematically placed rows of Witness a Sunrise stonewalls. on a Hot Air Balloon Forget automobiles, planes, trains and boats. Take to the air on Go for an Exhilarating a much more thrilling ride – a hot air balloon. It is the best way 5to experience and view the sandy horizon of the Dubai desert. Desert Safari Lasting an hour (if the weather permits), the ride will be largely Escape the city, where concrete land and towering skyscrapers dictated by the direction of the wind, flying to wherever it takes us. abounds. Why not, for a change, head to the desert in Dubai? Besides the endless expanse of beautiful barren land, you may also Hop on a four-wheel buggy and venture off-track as you speed catch sight of a few inhabitants of the Arabian desert, including

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Enjoy a week of adventure visiting the major destinations of United Arab Emirates. Marvel at the grandeur of the country’s architecture on this exotic getaway.

BURJ AL ARAB

34 Exotic | EU Holidays HIGHLIGHTS

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES DUBAI • Burj Al Arab • Gold and Spice Souk • Jumeirah Mosque • Dubai Creek • Plam Island • Dubai Mall • Dubai Fountain • Mall of the Emirates • Burj Khalifa

ABU DHABI • Sheikh Zayed Mosque • Heritage Village • Hyatt Capital Gate • Emirates Palace • Sheikh Khalifa’s Palace • The Ferrari World (excluded admission)

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5 HOTELS DAY 1 DUBAI Mövenpick Hotel HOME → DUBAI *Note: Hotels subject to final confirmation. Meal on board Should there be changes, customers will be Assemble at the airport and depart for , offered accommodation similar to this list. Dubai a popular tourist destination in the city of United Arab Emirates. Upon arrival, you will be transfer to hotel check in.

DAY 2 Dubai 4 DUBAI Flight path Breakfast, Arabic Buffet Lunch Traverse by coach Begin your holiday with drive into the old Al Featured destinations Bastakiya quarter to get a glimpse of Dubai’s Overnight stays 1 2 past. Navigate past mudbrick courtyards and Abu Dhabi houses with wind towers that circulate the cooling breeze. See the 18th-century Al Fahidi Fort, the city’s oldest building and home to Dubai Museum, as your guide tells you about its historical fortifications. Board anAbra (10min water taxi) sail cross Dubai Creek and delve into the Deira district to visit its souks. UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Stroll around the Gold Souk past shops shining with gold and precious stones and explore the traditional Spice Souk, where the stalls brim with exotic spices, herbs and other goodies. Drive past Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Palace and if you are lucky you will be able to see peacocks. Continue our route takes us to Meydan – home of the famous

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SHEIKH ZAYED MOSQU, ABU DHABI horse race track. Then we further proceed Sheikh Zayed Mosque also known as Tipping Guideline: (based on 6D4N) to awe-inspiring Grand Mosque of Jumeirah The White Mosque is the largest Mosque • USD48 per person for a photo stop. After seeing the old tradition in UAE (open for public on Sat – Thu). Note: of Dubai, we will now visit the New Dubai. Continue Sightseeing tour of Abu Dhabi • The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and Admire the sail-shaped Burj Al-Arab hotel, to see the Heritage Village, Hyatt Capital hotels are subject to change without prior notice in one of the world’s tallest hotel and crane your Gate, the majestic Emirates Palace, and the event of unforeseen circumstances. neck to see the tip of the breath-taking Burj Sheikh Khalifa’s Palace. Drive to Yas Island • Activities are subject to prevailing weather Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. Continue to and photo stop at Ferrari World Theme conditions. • During major events, accommodation may be the , the man-made archipelago (entrance ticket is optional by own Plam Jumeirah Park relocated without prior notice. shaped like a palm tree and marvel at the mighty expenses). Drive back to Dubai and stop Atlantis, The Palm hotel that soars up from its at Mall of the Emirates for shopping till outer edges. Enjoy Arabic buffet lunch. Photo transfer back to hotel. stop at Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building and be enthralled by this modern architectural DAY 5 and engineering marvel. Thereafter, visit The DUBAI → HOME Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping mall. In Breakfast the evening, experience The Dubai Fountain, a On this morning of leisure, soak in the last of performance of light, music and water. your holiday before transferring to the Dubai airport to depart for home. DAY 3 DUBAI DAY 6 Breakfast HOME SWEET HOME Explore the rest of the city on this day of leisure. We hope you enjoyed your trip with EU You may wish to go on a desert safari and Holidays and we look forward to seeing you experience a range of activities on offer such as again on your next trip. dune bashing, sand skiing and camel riding. To further enhance your safari, there is the option to Suggested Excursions: feast on a delicious barbecue dinner. Additional activities that complement your holidays will be at your own discretion and is entirely optional. *minimum group size may apply DAY 4 • Desert Dune Safari (SIC): USD60 DUBAI → ABU DHABI → DUBAI • Ferrari Theme Park: USD78 Breakfast, Arabic Buffet Lunch • Burj Khalifa – At The Top: USD35 (09:30-15:00hrs), Full day excursion to Abu Dhabi – the USD55 (15:30-18:00hrs) BURJ KHALIFA TOWER, DUBAI capital of the United Arab Emirates. Visit

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PRICING POLICIES – for tour fare inclusion, 1.4 By making deposit and balance payment, it imposed by the airlines, ground operator or hotel. exclusion, child fare and mode of payment, is deemed that you have read, understood 5.3 A postponement of tour by Customers for please refer to our full version Tour Booking and accepted the Tour Booking Terms and any reason is a cancellation. Under such Terms & Conditions at www.euholidays.com.sg/ Conditions in the booking form. circumstances, the above Cancellation Policies tnc* 1.5 The Company reserves the right to request will apply accordingly. for a top-up on initial deposit for immediate 11. RESPONSIBILITY - please refer to our full version issuance of air tickets, to avoid incurring 6. AMENDMENT TO TOUR ITINERARY BY COMPANY Tour Booking Terms & Conditions at www. additional surcharges. 6.1 The Company makes reasonable effort to avoid euholidays.com.sg/tnc* changes in the itinerary. However, the Company 2. CANCELLATION BY THE CUSTOMER reserves the right to make minor changes at 12. COMPLAINT & CLAIM 2.1 Cancellation of booking must be made any time due to unforeseen circumstances, Any complaints / claims have to be made in in writing or in person to avoid any especially during peak periods or in the event of writing within seven (7) days from the date of misunderstanding. other circumstances beyond our control. return. No responsibility is accepted in respect 2.2 The following cancellation fees applied once of any complaints / claims which are made after any group tour package booking is made: 7. EXTENSION OF STAY / DEVIATION seven (7) days of return. 7.1 Extension of stay may be permitted at the end of Cancellation fee per person No. of days between tour, subject to the restriction of the air ticket, 13. MISCELLANEOUS departure and receipt of All tours except Tour in peak cancellation notice those in peak season season seat availability and hotel confirmation prior to The Company reserves the right to change, 35 working days or more 50% of deposit Full deposit the commencement of the tour. All requests amend, insert or delete any Tour Booking Terms 15-34 working days Full deposit 50% of tour fare must be made before issuance of air tickets. If and Conditions containing in this document, as 08-14 working days 50% of tour fare 75% of tour fare the extension of stay / deviation is unable to be the case may be, without prior notice. The Tour 04-07 working days 75% of tour fare Full tour fare confirmed three (3) weeks prior to the group’s Booking Terms and Conditions complement those 03 working days and less Full tour fare Full tour fare departure date, the passenger is deemed to stick terms and conditions contained in the relevant to the original tour schedule. In the event that documents provided by third (3rd) party service 2.3 The above cancellation fees apply if the the original schedule has been changed by the providers such as airline or cruise tickets, hotel air-tickets are not issued. If the air-tickets Company, any extra cost will be borne by the check-ins etc. are issued, the value of the air-tickets will Customer. be added onto the cancellation fees. If the 7.2 Cancellation fee is also applicable if the (Please refer to our website www.euholidays.com.sg/ deposit amount is insufficient to cover the Customer cancels the booking due to extension / tnc for the full version of it or request a print copy

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