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Pages 4-5 Pages 10-11 Pages 12-13 Pages 32-33 CULINARY ADVENTURE REASONS What makes an TO TRAVEL WITH US Exclusive Tour 4-5 Flavours of France EXCLUSIVE so special? with James Martin ITINERARIES and Susy Atkins Each of these Exclusive Tours has been designed by Telegraph experts for Telegraph readers. You cannot nd them anywhere else. The 24-25 34-35 itineraries include unique Explore ancient Egypt Discover experiences, high-quality HISTORY with Levison Wood the Galápagos hotels and, whenever with Jo Ruxton possible, small group sizes. 26-27 6-7 Discover the 36 INSPIRATIONAL Discover the treasures of India Croatia’s coast EXPERTS Terracotta Warriors with Stanley Johnson with Claire Irvin These trips are led by with Sir Tony Robinson and Jane Foster experts who will inspire, 28-29 inform and entertain. We 8-9 Northern Lights have brought Telegraph BARRY KENT D-Day landings with Mariella Frostrup experts together with HEAD OF TOURS, with Dan Snow household names from TELEGRAPH TRAVEL SOLUTIONS 30-31 the worlds of culture, 10-11 See the total eclipse history, sport and Discover Albania with Dr Robin Catchpole horticulture to create and Macedonia unique experiences. “We are delighted to bring you the latest with Kate Adie 32-33 Exclusive Tours from Telegraph Travel 14 Nordic odyssey ULTIMATE ACCESS Solutions. These unique guided 12-13 Country houses with Sir Ranulph Fiennes You can indulge in Sail the Ganges t for a king private dinners in stately itineraries provide unrivalled access with Jeremy Paxman with David Starkey See the wonders of India homes, go behind the and insights into the world’s most scenes at Lipizzaner stud extraordinary destinations. We feel farms, take secret tours this is our most exciting collection yet. of Split and attend masterclasses with top CULTURE GARDENS SPORT chefs, wine experts and Where else will you get the chance sporting stars. to sail down the Ganges with Jeremy 15 37 38-39 41 Scottish Rail Adventure Italian lakes Gardens of Japan Take the ultimate BEST OPERATORS Paxman or the Nile with Levison Wood? with The Man in Seat 61 and gardens with Adam Frost rugby tour of Japan All our tour operators are We invite you to cruise the Norwegian with Adam Frost with Mick Cleary Atol bonded and have Fjords with Sir Ranulph Fiennes, 16-17 40 been chosen because explore the Balkans with Kate Adie, The Danube and the Gardens of Switzerland 42 they are the best at what Lipizzaners with Helen Yemm The Masters they do. They are rated and taste the cuisine of the Rhône with with Peter Scudamore with Paul McGinley by our experts and our James Martin and Susy Atkins. and Lucinda Russell readers, nishing high in our awards survey. Other options include a tiger safari in 18 Oberammergau and EXPERIENCED India with Stanley Johnson, a garden Salzburg TOUR LEADERS tour of Japan with Adam Frost, and the with Ivan Hewett ALSO AVAILABLE Our tour leaders are thrill of the Masters with Paul McGinley. of the highest quality. 19 43 43 You tell us that their The musical delights Dubai World Cup Borneo specialist knowledge, With over 20 tours to choose from, this is of the Danube with Frankie Dettori with Roger Munns experience, e ciency, your chance to enjoy an exceptional trip with Russell Watson warmth and humour is in the company of exceptional people.” 43 43 as important as access 20 21 22-23 A soldier’s tale Greece to the great names. Puccini Opera Festival A delightful dance A connoisseur’s tour of Europe of Cyprus with Mary Beard with Rupert Christiansen through Russia with Andrew Graham-Dixon with Martin Bell with Darcey Bussell

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France with Day 1 Travel to Lyon CULINARY You will meet your CULINARY representative at the James Martin airport then transfer to the ship. Tonight, enjoy a welcome reception and dinner on board. D France is “the food destination that has it all” Day 2 – according to the chef and much-loved TV Chalon-Sur-Saône presenter James Martin, who will join readers After a stop at Chalon- on this special Emerald Waterways river JAMES MARTIN Sur-Saône, the centre of cruise along the Rhône. On this trip, James will Chef, TV presenter Burgundy’s wine region, and Roman ruins. The the region. Your guided continue his love a air with French cuisine One of the nation’s you will travel overland area has a long tradition walk takes you through and share his enthusiasm with those on board favourite chefs, James to Beaune to visit the in winemaking, including the historic centre – this journey during a private cooking was born into a life in Hospices de Beaune, the renowned wine including the famous food. After his formal one of the nest examples growing centre of Tain Pont d’Avignon. Enjoy demonstration. You’ll sail through beautiful training, he worked in of 15th-century French l’Hermitage. In the a Provençale dinner Burgundy, a land steeped in wine-making London, then travelled architecture. B,L,D afternoon, attend a hosted by a local chef. tradition, where The Telegraph’s wine through France working Day 3 Lyon cooking demonstration B,L,D columnist Susy Atkins will help you make in kitchens. He returned Join a guided tour of with James Martin, and the most of your wine tasting. For those with to work at the acclaimed France’s third largest city listen to his tips. The a taste for the  ner things in life, there is no Chewton Glen then, at or explore the city by menu for this evening’s better way to see this glorious region. 21, was appointed head bike. Join James Martin gala dinner has been chef at the Hotel and for an exclusive book specially created by Bistro du Vin, before signing, talk and Q&A James himself. B,L,D becoming a xture on session. B,L,D Day 5 Viviers our TV screens. Arrive in Viviers, home to one of France’s oldest cathedrals, for a tour of all the Day 7 Arles architectural heritage Sail into Arles where you of the town. Return to will join a walking tour the ship for a cheese and of the city’s highlights. Share James Martin’s love of  SAVE £400 AND ENJOY COMPLIMENTARY DRINKS France on this exclusive tour olive tasting on board. The rest of the day is at Later, join Susy Atkins leisure to relax on board for a wine masterclass and explore Arles. B,L,D HIGHLIGHTS Day 4 Tournon and tasting. B,L,D Day 8 Return home FROM £1,995*pp for eight days SUSY ATKINS Join a walking tour of Day 6 Avignon After breakfast, DATES October 12 19, 2019 Wine expert Tournon, dominated by Avignon is one of the disembark your ship for James Martin cooking vintages of the region – hidden passageways Free drinks and An award-winning wine the 16th-century castle most attractive cities in your journey home. B WHAT’S INCLUDED demonstration with The Telegraph wine that run down to the exclusive discount writer, broadcaster and  Cookery demonstration and Q&A session One of Britain’s expert Susy Atkins, who river – and the ornate Telegraph readers will weekly columnist for with James Martin best-loved chefs, James will reveal her favourite Fourvière Basilica save £400 and enjoy The Sunday Telegraph’s  Private wine tastings and talk with Susy Atkins will give an in-depth local wines and share her overlooking the city. complimentary drinks Stella magazine, Susy  £400 saving on brochure price cooking demonstration expert tips. She’ll join throughout the trip. Atkins is the author of Chalon-sur-Saône SWITZERLAND  Return  ight to readers and o er you for a wine The best of Burgundy 11 popular wine books  Seven nights’ accommodation on an Emerald culinary tips as he and masterclass and tasting. Beyond the gastronomy, Glorious Provence and has travelled the River Saône Waterways Star-Ship his sous-chef create his you will discover some One of the most alluring world writing, tasting  All shore excursions as detailed in the itinerary favourite French recipes. Lovely Lyon striking monuments and regions in France, and educating on wine FRANCE Lyon  All meals on board and unlimited There will, of course, be At the con uence of the towns. These include Provence is over owing for over 25 years. complimentary drinks throughout the opportunity to taste Rhône and Saône rivers, the Hospices de Beaune with delights. Handsome River Rhone  All port charges, airport taxes and transfers the dishes he prepares. Lyon has a unique museum, with its Avignon is crowned by Tournon-sur-Rhône ITALY  All tips He will also re ect on his architectural, cultural  amboyant Gothic the splendid Gothic formative years travelling and gastronomic architecture, polychrome palace that housed Viviers TO BOOK OR INQUIRE around France, learning heritage, as you would roofs and famous popes in the 14th about its food. expect of a city that vineyard. In Mâcon, you century. The city of Arles Avignon 0333 060 6135 dates back to Roman will follow a Heritage inspired many of Van Arles Quote ref: G1201 Wine masterclass with times. You will have the Trail of the city’s Gogh’s paintings, and Mediterranean Sea telegraph.co.uk/tt-jmfrance Susy Atkins chance to explore its highlights such as the has an incredible Roman 100 miles Discover the nest atmospheric traboules Old St Vincent cathedral. amphitheatre.

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Warriors with Sir Exclusive talk and Q&A a special visit to the with Sir Tony Robinson family home of Mr Yang, You’ll enjoy a fascinating the last survivor of the Tony Robinson talk by the Blackadder group that discovered 06 star who will also answer the Terracotta Warriors 07 questions about his work in 1974. on Time Team. An expert With a civilisation spanning over 5,000 years, on bringing the ancient Highlights of China China is one of the world’s most fascinating world alive, Sir Tony is The cooling breezes destinations. It’s home to such iconic sights as the perfect person with make September the the Forbidden City in Beijing, the Great Wall Sir Tony whom to discover these perfect time to take in and the Terracotta Army in Xian. On this Robinson magical sculptures. China’s astonishing HISTOR Y exclusive 16-day trip with Wendy Wu Tours, Actor and presenter attractions. Witness the HISTOR Y the UK’s leading Asia specialist, you’ll be joined Sir Tony Robinson has Exclusive Terracotta Forbidden City in Beijing, in Xian by Sir Tony Robinson, the popular presented 20 seasons Warrior experiences where the imperial Time Team expert, who will give Telegraph of Channel 4’s Time You’ll enjoy unprecedented treasures are housed in Team. He also played access to the warriors and over a thousand rooms. readers an exclusive talk about his life and Baldrick in Blackadder horses in Xian, including There you’ll also see career. Sir Tony will also accompany you to and the Sheriff of the chance to see them The Temple of Heaven the Terracotta Warrior and Horses Museum Nottingham in Maid from the lower and enjoy a traditional where you will enjoy a special lunch with the Marion and Her Merry observation deck usually dinner. A walk on the last surviving person to discover them. Men, which he also reserved for visiting Great Wall, a three-night wrote. He has won two dignitaries. You will enjoy cruise on the Yangtze RTS awards, a BAFTA a talk from one of the River and a bullet train and the International archaeologists based at journey to Shanghai are Prix Jeunesse. He is the museum and learn also included. the author of more than about the process of 30 books including his conserving the warriors, Free flight upgrade See the enigmatic Terracotta Army autobiography, No with behind-the-scenes Book now to enjoy a free Cunning Plan. access to the relic one-way business-class restoration laboratory, upgrade on the journey  Free ONE-WAY business-class flight upgrade** usually closed to the from Xian to Gatwick. public. You will also pay Spaces are limited.

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Days 1-2 Fly to Day 4 Yangtze River century Temple and see the skyline from Day 13 Fly to Xian 500 miles Chongqing cruise of Heaven. B, L, D the Huangpu River on a Fly to the ancient city of FROM £3,890*pp for 16 days Fly overnight to Pass through the vast Day 8 Beijing panoramic cruise. B, L, D Xian, once the starting DATES September 14–29, 2019 Chongqing and transfer Three Gorges. B, L, D This morning is Day 10 Shanghai point for the Silk Road. to your hotel for a Day 5 Yangtze cruise dedicated to China’s Enjoy a full day tour Tonight meet special WHAT’S INCLUDED welcome dinner. D Continue your cruise and most iconic sight – the of Shanghai. B, L, D guest Sir Tony Robinson  Exclusive talk and Q&A with Sir Tony Robinson enjoy optional off-shore 2,000-year-old Great for an exclusive talk and  Return international flight and taxes excursions to the Jade Wall. This afternoon, Q&A session. B, L, D  16-day tour including all transportation and Emperor Scenic Area return to Beijing. B, L, D Day 14 Visit to the Beijing entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary online or Shibaozhai. B, L, D Terracotta Warriors Day 15 Ancient Yangtze  14 nights’ accommodation including three nights Day 6 Fly to Beijing Spend today with Sir City Wall on a Yangtze River cruise ship Disembark your ship Tony and an expert local Visit the fascinating River Xi'an Terracotta  All meals as detailed in the itinerary online and visit the impressive guide to view the ranks Little Wild Goose Pagoda Warriors  Tours with local guides and a national escort Three Gorges Dam. Fly of life-sized warriors and and watch a calligraphy Shanghai  New visa process*** for UK passport holders to Beijing and transfer horses of the Terracotta demonstration. Walk on Chongqing to your hotel. B, L, D Army of China’s first the 14th-century city TO BOOK OR INQUIRE Day 3 Chongqing Day 7 Beijing Day 11 Fly to Guilin Emperor, Qin Shi Huang. walls that enclose Xian’s CHINA Visit the Panda House Walk through iconic Fly to the pretty city You’ll also have lunch old town. B, L, D Guilin Li River 0333 060 1447 at Chongqing Zoo. Tiananmen Square into of Guilin. B, L, D with Mr Yang, the last of Day 16 Return flight Quote ref: G1201 In the afternoon board the magnificence of the Day 9 Shanghai Day 12 Li River cruise the group that found the Fly back to the UK, Philippine telegraph.co.uk/tt-trchina your Yangtze River Forbidden City. You’ll Take the bullet train Cruise along the Li River warriors. Hear his story arriving home later cruise ship. B, L, D also visit the 15th- from Beijing to Shanghai to Yangshuo. B, L, D first-hand. B, L, D the same day. B Sea

About the It is hard to fully explore and experience China without a first-class guide. Wendy Wu Tours Terms and conditions: *From price based on two sharing. **Flights subject to availability. Single supplement £590. Regional flights and upgrades available on request at an additional cost. ***Expert partner is a leading Asia specialist whose experts will help you navigate this extraordinary part step-by-step assistance to obtain Chinese visa without fingerprints taken in UK. Calls are made at local rates. All Exclusive Tours featured are operated by the partner specified and are companies of the world, and better understand its past and future. wholly independent of Telegraph Media Group Ltd. Please refer to the Data Protection Notice in today’s Personal Column or telegraph.co.uk/privacypolicy. Travel insurance is not included. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, experts may be substituted. Price and itinerary correct at time of publication but may be subject to change. This trip is ABTA bonded and ATOL protected. D-Day landings MEET OUR ITINERARY EXPERT

with Dan Snow Day 1 Paris D-Day 75th anniversary Travel in comfort to Paris commemorations and settle on board organised by the Royal MS Seine Princess. D British Legion to mark 08 09 Deepen your understanding of the extraordinary this pivotal moment in challenges faced by Allied troops on D-Day, the Second World War. on this exclusive journey through France Attended by dignitaries with one of Britain’s foremost historians. from the Allied nations and surviving veterans, Author and broadcaster Dan Snow will join this remarkable event you aboard the MS Seine Princess and give two DAN SNOW will be led by Royal private talks and a Q&A session. This unique Author and British Legion guides,

HISTORY historical cruise will be especially poignant, broadcaster who will share their HISTORY as you will attend the D-Day 75th anniversary One of Britain’s knowledge throughout commemorations in the company of a Royal foremost historians, Day 2 Normandy the day. B, L, D British Legion guide. You will sail from Paris Dan Snow is an author You will sail down the Day 5 Rouen through the French countryside to the coast, and broadcaster. He Seine into Normandy, You will explore Rouen, and hear the heroic stories of those who fought has presented history through Les Andelys. one of the most heavily in this devastating campaign. programmes for the After a visit to the damaged towns on BBC, Discovery and his 15th-century Château D-Day. Later you will new online channel, de Martainville, you will return to MS Seine History Hit TV, as well rejoin the ship in Elbeuf Princess for an afternoon as presenting at many for an evening of of relaxation on the sun public occasions. Dan entertainment. Dan will deck or in the lounge is the author of several give his rst talk and Q&A bar. Enjoy a special gala books, the most recent this evening. B, L, D dinner on board. B, L, D of which is On This Day Day 3 Hon eur in History. You will explore the pretty harbour town of Hon eur, then Dan will accompany you on a tour of some of the key locations that featured in the D-Day landings. Later today, Dan will give a talk detailing the events leading up to D-Day. B, L, D Day 6 Depart  INCLUDES A DONATION TO ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Attend the D-Day 75th anniversary commemorations Day 4 D-Day Enjoy a farewell 75th anniversary breakfast on board commemorations before your return HIGHLIGHTS Today you will attend the journey. B

FROM £1,695*pp for six days Exclusive talks poignant D-Day global video-on-demand of the British Armed stops in the pretty also explore Hon eur DATES June 3 8, 2019 English with Dan Snow 75th anniversary TV channel that has Forces. town of Les Andelys and visit Rouen, one Channel WHAT’S INCLUDED Dan has written commemorations been described as ‘The and some of the villages of the towns that was Hon eur  Two exclusive talks and visits with Dan Snow extensively about organised by the Royal Net ix of History’. When Fascinating ports of call that lie alongside the a ected most on D-Day.  Return travel by coach, air** or train** Britain’s most signi cant British Legion. You will booking this trip, you will Your itinerary will include Andelle River. You will Rouen  Five nights’ full board with drinks package con icts, from the be accompanied by receive a complimentary Travel in style Les Andelys  All excursions as detailed Crusades and Waterloo special Royal British three-month subscription You will travel to Paris Paris  Three-month subscription to History Hit TV to the birth of the British Legion guides who will to the channel. by coach, air** or rail** NORMANDY  A donation to the Royal British Legion Empire and both World share their knowledge and join your ship, will be made for each booking Wars. He will join you at to make this an Donation to Royal MS Seine Princess, which River Seine the landing sites to share enthralling experience. British Legion has every amenity to TO BOOK OR INQUIRE his insights in two A donation to the Royal transport you in comfort exclusive talks. Complimentary British Legion will be along the Seine. On your 0333 414 0516 subscription to made for each booking, ve-night voyage, all FRANCE Quote ref: G1201 D-Day anniversary History Hit TV which will go towards meals (including drinks), commemorations History Hit TV, launched providing support to excursions and talks telegraph.co.uk/ tt-dsdday 50 miles You will attend the by Dan last year, is a members and veterans are included.

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See the delights of Albania One of the most acropolis and temple Tirana for a short guided and Macedonia with Kate Adie remarkable reporters ruins. This evening you’ll walk. Tonight is a special of her generation, Kate transfer to Gijrokaster in farewell meal. B, L, D began her career at southern Albania. B, L, D Day 11 Return journey HIGHLIGHTS ITINERARY BBC Radio Durham There will be time to before going on to work further explore Tirana, as the BBC’s chief news before you are transferred Exclusive talk and Q&A craggy mountains that Byzantine art at the Day 1 Arrive in Tirana in a local bazaar. This correspondent. Kate’s to the airport for your with Kate Adie overlook the majestic Onufri Museum. Explore On arrival in Albania’s evening Kate Adie will assignments included ight home. B You’ll hear Kate Adie’s Ionian Sea. Stroll along the ancient ruins of capital, you’ll transfer give her  rst talk on her the Gulf Wars, the  rst-hand stories of Sarandë’s seaside Butrint, and the to your hotel, close to experiences reporting Yugoslav wars, the Iran reporting from the front promenade and enjoy a remarkable Ohrid, Skanderberg Square. D from the Balkans. B, L, D Embassy siege in SERBIA line during the Yugoslav boat trip on Lake Ohrid. one of Europe’s oldest Day 3 Ohrid London and the wars. Her gripping tales settlements – both Unesco Travel with Kate to Lake Tiananmen Square include her arrest in A rich history World Heritage Sites. Ohrid and enjoy a guided protest. She has Day 8 Gjirokaster, Belgrade while gathering Roman, Ottoman and, tour of Ohrid old town, a written four books: Sarandë FROM £1,949*pp for 11 days KOSOVO material about General for a short period, Italian Traditional food Unesco World Heritage her autobiography The Explore the Unesco DATES October 14 October 24, 2019 Tito. She will also share rule, have all left their and wine Site. B, L, D Kindness of Strangers, World Heritage Site WHAT’S INCLUDED stories from other world mark on these countries, Taste wine at the Corsets to Camou age, of Gjirokaster, visiting  Exclusive talk and Q&A session with Kate Adie events she has covered, not to mention 45 years family-owned Cobo Nobody’s Child and Into the castle perched MACEDONIA  Return BA ight from London Gatwick to Tirana such as the Lockerbie of communism. Most of winery in the historic Danger. For 20 years, above the city, and the Krujë  10 nights’ bed-and-breakfast accommodation bombing, the Tiananmen the sights you’ll see region of Berat, she has presented museum, which has Durrës Tirana  Meals as stated in the itinerary Square protests and the were o limits to south-central Albania. Day 2 Kruja Radio 4’s From Our some interesting relics Lake Ohrid  All excursions and entrance fees Gulf War. She will give Westerners for much of Other food that should Venture to Kruja, the Own Correspondent. from the Cold War. ALBANIA  All overseas transport an exclusive talk, with the last century. Today not be missed includes medieval capital of You will have lunch in Berat  English-speaking guides time for questions, on you can discover the the hot kulaç (bun) Albania. Here you will Butrint. This afternoon  Services of a Prestige Holidays tour manager her experiences. communist architecture with fresh local butter catch your  rst sight of you’ll leave for Sarandë, of Tirana, Albania’s and cheese, homemade the haunting Albanian which has an almost Gjirokaster TO BOOK OR INQUIRE Stunning scenery capital, and some of the yogurt – plain or with bunkers, of which there Day 4 Ohrid Riviera feel, with Sarandë These two short-haul 800,000 bunkers built nuts – and the lovely are 800,000 in total. Take a wonderful boat wonderful restaurants GREECE 0333 060 7203 destinations have to protect civilians from Llogara honey. Most You will visit the trip across Unesco-listed and a pleasant seaside Quote ref: G1201 beautiful landscapes to attack. Visit the Ottoman meals are included museum and Kruja Lake Ohrid, before promenade. You will explore. In Llogara houses of Berat and and enjoyed in local Castle. You will also have enjoying an afternoon stay there for dinner. Mediterranean telegraph.co.uk/tt-kaalbania Sea 100 miles National Park, you’ll see Gjirokaster and see restaurants. the opportunity to shop at your leisure. B B, L, D

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with Jeremy Join Jeremy Paxman The broadcaster and author will accompany Paxman you on your voyage and 12 share his knowledge 13 gleaned from writing books and TV series A trip to India is a bombardment of all five focused on the British senses. You will discover this for yourself on Empire. He will join you a luxury 15-day tour of the Golden Triangle on excursions, give talks and the Ganges. On this extraordinary five-star on his career and India, voyage down this sacred river, you will be offer a Q&A session and HISTOR Y HISTOR Y accompanied by our special guest, the host a drinks reception. irrepressible Jeremy Paxman, one of the UK’s favourite journalists and broadcasters. Jeremy Meet our Sail in style will share his knowledge of India and the expert You will sail in incredible style and comfort on the factors which led to the fall of the British Ganges Voyager II . With Empire in an exclusive talk and Q&A session. spacious suites, French He will also host an evening of drinks aboard Balconies, high-ceilings, the sumptuous Ganges Voyager II. rain showers, hand- painted murals and superb service, this accommodation is more Experience life on the Ganges akin to a five-star hotel.

Golden Triangle ITINERARY Jeremy Paxman Delhi, Agra and Jaipur – Journalist, broadcaster which form the Golden and author Triangle – offer a perfect Day 1 New Delhi commissioned by the Murshidabad City, trip to the former French An award-winning introduction to this Depart the UK. Mughal emperor Shah a buggy ride to Katra colonial outpost, Bandel. journalist, author and amazing country. Old Day 2 New Delhi Jahan to house the tomb Mosque and a stop B, L, D broadcaster, Jeremy Delhi is home to bustling On arrival you’ll be of his favourite wife, in Baranagar village. Day 13 Kolkata Paxman became the bazaars, the Jama Masjid greeted by a Uniworld Mumtaz Mahal. You will Tonight, you’ll enjoy a Your tour of this anchorman of the BBC’s mosque and the Red Fort. representative and watch the sun set over delicious dinner on captivating city includes nightly news analysis Jaipur, known as the ‘Pink transferred to the the jewel in India’s crown board, accompanied by a a visit the famous flower programme Newsnight City’, is home to the opulent Oberoi, where before checking in to the lively Bollywood-style market. Join Jeremy in 1989, a post he held exquisite Hawa Mahal, FROM £5,499*pp for 15 days you can enjoy splendid Oberoi Agra. B, L show. B, L, D to see legacies of the for 25 years. He has or ‘Palace of the Winds’. DATES November 28–December 12, 2019 views of the city. Day 5 Jaipur Day 11 Mayapur British Raj and see also been the inimitable WHAT’S INCLUDED Rise early and return to the Today, at the home of Mother Theresa’s home host of University Sunset and sunrise at  Talks and activities with Jeremy Paxman Taj Mahal to witness the the international Hare and museum. Tonight Challenge since 1994. the Taj Mahal  Return flight from London (regional white marble aglow with Amber Fort and City this is the real India. Krishna movement, Jeremy will host an Jeremy is the author You’ll have two unique airports on request) the rosy tinge of dawn. Palace before spending Tonight, Jeremy will give you’ll visit the Temple of evening talk and Q&A of numerous chances to visit Agra’s  Seven nights’ all-inclusive cruise on Ganges You will then travel to the the afternoon exploring an exclusive talk. B, L, D the Vedic Planetarium. session before a farewell documentaries and crowning glory, the Taj Voyager II, including fine wines and spirits ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, where independently, with Day 8 Kalna B, L, D meal. B, L, D television series – Mahal. You will see the  Two nights at the five-star Oberoi New Delhi you will check into the shuttles on hand to ferry After marvelling at the Day 12 Bandel, Day 14 Kolkata including on the history 375-year-old masterpiece  Two nights at the five-star Oberoi Rajvilas Oberoi Rajvilas. B, L, D you to and from the splendid Hindu temples, Chandannagar, Kolkata Transfer to the airport and legacy of the as the sun sets, and  One night at the five-star Oberoi Agra, city’s shopping district. B you will walk through the Today you’ll take a boat for your flight home. B, L British Empire. He has return to watch the sun overlooking the Taj Mahal Day 7 Jaipur, Kolkata colourful local market also written ten books rise there the next day.  15 small private group excursions Day 3 New Delhi From Jaipur, you head with your guide. B, L, D Murshidabad including The English – A New Delhi  31 exquisite meals Head out on an to Kolkata to check into Day 9 Matiari Portrait of a People; The Sail the Ganges Jaipur Agra  All transfers and travel expert-led tour of India’s your luxury suite aboard You will visit the Matiari River Victorians and Empire – India’s mightiest river has captivating capital. Your Ganges Voyager II for master craftsmen who Ganges What Ruling the World tremendous significance TO BOOK OR INQUIRE day will end with dinner your cruise along the have been a fixture in Did to the British. in Hinduism. You’ll have at The Oberoi. B, D Ganges in the company the artisan village for the chance to experience Matiari Day 4 Agra of Jeremy Paxman. hundreds of years. B, L, D Mayapur life as it’s lived along Kalna 0333 060 6334 INDIA Bandel Quote ref: G1201 You will travel south to From river dolphins and Day 10 Murshidabad, the banks – a view few Agra, site of the Day 6 Jaipur rice paddies to remote Baranagar visitors are lucky enough telegraph.co.uk/ tt-jpganges 200 miles Kolkata monumental Taj Mahal, You will visit Jaipur’s villages and temples, Take an excursion to to see.

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Magni cent houses rich with royal history dot Explore Scotland’s remotest corners on the midland counties. Here, set in beautiful its most exhilarating railways with lifelong countryside, are houses built by Elizabeth I’s train enthusiast Mark Smith, better known most trusted courtiers. William Cecil spent as The Man in Seat 61. Hear his tales from over a fortune on Burghley House, while Sir 40 years of train travel. Journey into the heart HISTORY Christopher Hatton built Holdenby House of the Highlands on three magni cent lines. Blue Icons just to impress her. These are just two of the The West Highland Line wends from the foot grand country houses that our special tour MEET OUR of Ben Nevis over the glorious Glen nnan MEET OUR will visit, with a private talk by the celebrated EXPERT Viaduct. The Kyle Line snakes from lonely EXPERT 15 historian David Starkey at Holdenby House. peaks to untamed coast, and featured On this four-day trip, you will be accompanied on Michael Palin’s TV series Great Railway throughout by country house and antiques Journeys. Finally, the steam-powered Strathspey

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HIGHLIGHTS Art collections Grand interiors country house and HIGHLIGHTS Vintage train travel Tonight enjoy a talk by breathtaking Kyle Line to CULTURE Over the centuries, the The treasures you will visit antiques expert, Step back in time on Mark at your hotel. B, D the quaint village of the Meet David Starkey owners of these opulent include the lofty arcades Nicholas Merchant, Expert companion board the Strathspey Day 3 West Kyle of Lochalsh. From The brilliant historian, houses amassed of the hall at Grimsthorpe followed by a welcome Hear about the world’s Steam Railway. Relive the Highland Line here, take a scenic drive author and broadcaster astonishing collections, Castle, designed by the drink and dinner DAVID greatest train adventures sounds and smells of MARK SMITH Today Mark will travel around the south side will join you at Holdenby not only of portraits and architect and dramatist with wine. D STARKEY from The Man in Seat 61. yesteryear as you chug Railways expert with you to the town of of the peninsula. B, D House in Northamptonshire, landscapes, such as the John Vanbrugh. You will Day 2 Elton Hall, Historian, author You won’t nd a more through the Cairngorms There’s not much The Fort William, framed by Day 5 Strathspey one of the great houses painting of Dedham Vale see the baroque suite at Holdenby House and presenter knowledgeable or a better National Park in a Man in Seat 61 doesn’t the shores of Loch Steam Railway of Elizabethan England. by John Constable at Burghley House in Enjoy a private visit David Starkey is one of travelled companion than vintage carriage, skirting know about the UK’s Linnhe and Britain’s After breakfast, travel David will give a lecture Elton Hall, but also Cambridgeshire and to Elton Hall, a the leading historians the former station heather-clad moors, railways. Otherwise highest mountain, Ben to one of Scotland’s on the rich history of the furniture, textiles and the great staircase and Restoration-era house of his generation. He manager and lifelong rail ancient woodland and the known as Mark Smith, Nevis. From here, take premier resorts, stately homes in this ceramics. The rare lapis tapestry room at Belton with a remarkable art has written numerous enthusiast Mark Smith. salmon-rich River Spey. he was formerly the the West Highland Line Aviemore, and board remarkable part of the lazuli cabinet at Belton House. collection that includes works on British history station manager for to pretty Mallaig. B, D the Strathspey Steam English countryside. House is magni cent. works by Thomas from the Magna Carta West Highland Line Sample malt whisky Charing Cross, London Day 4 Kyle Line Railway. B, D Beautiful grounds and Gainsborough, John to the present day and Meander past looming Admire the rugged Bridge and Cannon Joined by Mark, you’ll Day 6 Home gardens Constable and Joshua his landmark television mountains and brooding scenery of the Moray Street and now runs journey along the Depart after breakfast. B FROM £979*pp for four days Medieval deer parks, Reynolds. Spend the series include The lochs on the West Speyside region while an award-winning DATES July 28 July 31, 2019 ancient orchards and oak afternoon at your leisure. Churchills (2012) and Highland Line. Marvel at learning the secrets of travel website. He’s forests sweep across the Later you will leave for Reformation: Europe’s the Victorians’ historic distilleries and also the author of two WHAT’S INCLUDED grounds of these houses, Holdenby House for a Holy War (2017). Often astonishing feat of renowned brands on bestselling guidebooks. FROM £849*pp for six days  Exclusive talk and Q&A with David Starkey complemented by planted tour, welcome drink and outspoken, David is an engineering as you cross the Malt Whisky Trail. DATES October 3 8, 2019  Three nights’ comfortable accommodation avenues, man-made lakes lecture from David accomplished public the Glen nnan Viaduct. at Barnsdale Lodge, near Oakham and formal gardens. You Starkey, followed by a speaker. ITINERARY WHAT’S INCLUDED  Breakfast daily will see several landscapes Q&A session and dinner. Spectacular scenery  Talk and Q&A from Mark Smith  All visits and tours as detailed created by the 18th- B, D Take one of the world’s Day 1 Inverness  Five nights’ half-board at the Best Western  Lunches and dinners as detailed, including century garden designer Day 3 Burghley Day 4 Grimsthorpe most spectacular railway Make your own way to Palace Hotel & Spa, Inverness dinner at Holdenby House and two dinners Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. House, Stamford Castle, Belton House routes. The Kyle Line the hotel and meet your  Excursions as detailed in the itinerary at Barnsdale Lodge Today, you’ll visit After a morning visit to carves a wide arc from tour manager. D  Coach transfers throughout  Dedicated Travel Editions tour manager ITINERARY Burghley House, where Grimsthorpe Castle, you the east coast to Day 2 Malt  The services of an experienced tour manager there will be a talk will take a short drive to Scotland’s dramatic Whisky Trail TO BOOK OR INQUIRE Day 1 Arrive from the curator. A light Belton House, which is west, snaking past the Set o for a memorable TO BOOK OR INQUIRE You’ll arrive at Barnsdale lunch is included before lled with treasures such mighty Torridon peaks journey along the 0330 029 2593 Lodge, where you’ll be heading to Stamford, as rare 18th-century as it climbs the Highlands, famous Malt Whisky 0333 060 9844 Quote ref: G1201 staying for the next three a lovely Georgian town. black-ground Sèvres before a dramatic Trail, which includes a Quote ref: G1201 telegraph.co.uk/tt-dsengland nights. Enjoy afternoon Enjoy dinner at porcelain. Your tour will descent to the shores guided tour of a distillery telegraph.co.uk/tt-manscotland tea and a talk from our Barnsdale Lodge. B, L, D end back at the hotel. B of Loch Alsh. and a ‘wee dram’.

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the Lipizzaners Exclusive events horse-breeding centre with two of the UK’s – and an exclusive guided top equine experts tour of the Spanish Riding You’ll enjoy an evening School with VIP seating This exclusive luxury river cruise will take you talk, Q&A session and for you to watch the along the mighty Danube through the glorious private lunch with Peter horses’ morning exercise. Wachau Valley. Travelling on Uniworld’s ve- Scudamore, former star Maria Theresa, you’ll visit Vienna, home jockey and trainer, and The Wachau Valley of the beautiful Royal Lipizzaners. Telegraph Lucinda Russell, a highly This is one of the most readers will enjoy a private tour of the stables regarded horse trainer, beautiful stretches of the and Spanish Riding School and a rare chance PETER who will also join you Danube, where you’ll see to go behind the scenes at Topolcianky, the SCUDAMORE, when you visit the castle ruins, baroque Blue Icons Slovakian national stud farm. You’ll be joined MBE Spanish Riding School Bluechurch Icons towers, apricot Former jockey and in the Vienna Ho urg. orchards and vineyards by Peter Scudamore and Lucinda Russell, National Hunt trainer along the riverbanks. You’ll who will give an exclusive talk on their lives, Peter Scudamore is an Sailing on SS Maria enjoy panoramic views 16 careers and what it takes to become an eight- 17 eight-time champion Theresa from SS Maria Theresa. time champion jockey and a Grand National- jockey, trainer and BBC One of Europe’s  nest winning trainer. racing commentator river cruise ships, the Fascinating city stops who has received an Maria Theresa will take you You’ll enjoy stops in MBE for his services to along the Danube in style. Passau, Vienna and the sport of horse racing. The  ve-star ship o ers Budapest – three of luxurious cabins, with the most historic and  ne dining, drinks and beautiful cities along the

CULTURE Visit the world-renowned CULTURE Spanish Riding School excursions all included. Danube. You’ll have plenty of time at leisure to discover their charming ITINERARY streets, all of which are easily explored on foot.

Day 1 Arrive in the scenes at the Linz winning trainer Lucinda the Royal Lipizzaner Day 6 The National Exciting excursions Passau, Germany opera house and taste Russell, who will give an stables. There will be Stud Farm, Topolcianky, Along the voyage, you’ll After your  ight or cider in an apple and exclusive talk and Q&A a welcome aperitif in Slovakia have the opportunity Eurostar/train journey pear orchard. B,L,D session about their life the historical reception This morning you’ll visit LUCINDA to visit Austria’s oldest from the UK to Germany Day 4 Dürnstein, and careers. B,L,D rooms of the Spanish Topolcianky, home of RUSSELL, OBE winery, visit the Linz you’ll be transferred to Austria Riding School and an Slovakia’s famous Racehorse trainer Exclusive access opera house, and the SS Maria Theresa – your This morning SS Maria introduction to the National Stud Farm. One Peter’s partner, Lucinda Enjoy a private tour of 900-year-old Melk home for the next seven Theresa will stop in the history of the house. of the most important Russell, is the Scottish Topolcianky Stud Farm in Abbey, as well as other nights. D small town of Dürnstein You’ll proceed through breeding centres in horse trainer who has Slovakia – renowned as a interesting excursions. Day 2 Passau, where you can explore to the famous Riding Europe, it is the national trained over 600 Germany the quaint shops and Hall and sit in VIP seats centre for the breeding winners including the FROM £2,149*pp for eight days Today is yours to castle ruins. There are to watch the Lipizzaner and cultivation of horses 2017 Grand National DATES October 27 November 3, 2019 discover the baroque two optional excursions horses take their in Slovakia, and keeps winner One For Arthur. city of Passau, where including a tasting at morning exercise. the breeding books of She received an OBE three rivers meet – the Austria’s oldest winery, You will then return the Lipizzaner, Hucul and in the 2018 Birthday CZECH WHAT’S INCLUDED REPUBLIC  Exclusive activities and events with our experts Inn, the Ilz and the or the opportunity to Day 5 Vienna’s to the ship with Peter Arabian breeds. You will Honours. River Spanish  Seven nights’ full-board accommodation Danube. This evening learn about sa ron from Spanish Riding School, and Lucinda for a have the opportunity Danube Riding School aboard SS Maria Theresa you’ll enjoy the captain’s the Wachau Valley’s only Austria celebratory lunch. to visit the Riding Hall, SLOVAKIA  All drinks on board, including premium wines welcome reception, sa ron grower. Later, After arriving in Vienna, The rest of the day is or visit the horses with Dürnstein GERMANY Passau and spirits followed by dinner. B,L,D you’ll visit the 900-year- you will embark on an at leisure. B,L,D an expert guide before evening there will be Topolcianky  Excursions and visits as detailed Day 3 Salzburg or old Melk Abbey and its exclusive visit to the being transferred back a captain’s farewell Salzburg  Choice of UK  ights or Eurostar Linz, Austria extraordinary baroque- world-renowned Spanish to the ship. B, D reception and special Budapest  All port charges and tips Today you can take your style library before Riding School in the Day 7 Budapest, dinner. B,L,D AUSTRIA pick from excursions to continuing your cruise Vienna Ho urg, the Hungary Day 8 Return home HUNGARY TO BOOK OR INQUIRE either Salzburg or Linz. through the Wachau oldest establishment Today, the ship will sail After breakfast, you will Salzburg is Mozart’s Valley. This evening you of its kind in the world. to Budapest and you will be transferred from the 0333 130 8119 birthplace, known for its will be joined by Accompanied by Peter have the opportunity ship to the airport or Quote ref: G1201 alpine setting, whereas eight-time champion Scudamore and Lucinda to explore the city Budapest train station, Linz is a centre for the jockey Peter Scudamore independently, or join to begin your journey telegraph.co.uk/tt-lipdanube Russell, you will have 100 miles arts. You can go behind and Grand National- a private guided tour of a choice of tours. In the home. B

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This one-off tour combines the moving Once described as a performer who “sings like spectacle of the Oberammergau Passion Play Luciano Pavarotti and entertains the audience with a chance to explore Munich and discover Meet our like Frank Sinatra”, Russell Watson’s career Meet our the musical heritage of Salzburg in the expert has been a classic rags to riches tale. Readers expert company of The Telegraph’s classical music of The Telegraph can discover Russell’s story Blue Icons critic Ivan Hewett. The Oberammergau and enjoy an exclusive performance by the Blue Icons Passion Play is a unique phenomenon. First man himself, on this brand new eight-day performed in 1634, it honours a sacred vow river cruise. Sailing from Budapest, you will 18 made by the inhabitants of the small Bavarian discover the delights of the Hungarian capital, 19 town of Oberammergau to re-enact the final as well as Bratislava, Dürnstein, Melk, Linz and days of Christ’s life once every 10 years Salzburg. Russell will join you in Vienna, if God saved them from the Black Death. where he will perform his greatest hits during The moving Oberammergau Passion See an exclusive performance Miraculously, the villagers were spared and Play is a unique phenomenon a wonderful private performance aboard the by tenor Russell Watson have kept their promise for over 380 years. MS Thomas Hardy luxury river ship.

L TURE Ivan Hewett russell L TURE Telegraph classical watson CU itinerary of King Ludwig II – music critic highlights booking is strongly the scenic Nibelungengau Tenor Budapest, including the Nibelungengau CU known as the Swan King Ivan Hewett has been recommended. region. B, L, D The bestselling classical Chain Bridge and the region. Visit magnificent Day 1 Munich or Märchenkönig (‘Fairy The Telegraph’s The Passion Play Day 5 Salzburg or Linz artist in the UK, Russell majestic Parliament Melk Abbey and imposing Fly to Munich and check Tale King’). After lunch, classical music critic Once every 10 years, half Mozart’s Salzburg with Take a guided walking was propelled to fame Building. Savour Dürnstein Castle, where in, before enjoying this you will take a drive for 16 years and has the residents of Ivan Hewett tour of Linz with its after winning a local delicious pastries and Richard the Lionheart evening’s welcome through the Bavarian worked as a journalist, Oberammergau come The Telegraph’s classical baroque old town, or visit radio talent competition. see landmarks including was imprisoned. dinner at your hotel. D Alps towards the town of academic, author and together to portray the music critic will join you Salzburg and explore His first album The Voice St Stephen’s Cathedral Day 2 Munich Oberammergau. B, L, D broadcaster for more final chapter of Christ’s for the play, then be your Mozart’s home town with shot to number one and the baroque Hofburg Sail aboard Today is dedicated to Day 4 than 30 years. Ivan is life. Tickets and guide to the musical an expert local guide. B, D in the UK charts for a Palace in Vienna, and MS Thomas Hardy Munich’s magnificent Oberammergau an Academic Professor accommodation are history of Salzburg, the Day 6 Vienna record-breaking 52 wander the cobbled Enjoy seven nights aboard Residenz, Germany’s Spend a morning at at the Royal College of strictly limited, so early birthplace of Mozart. Explore Vienna before weeks. He has streets of Bratislava’s this five-star river ship. largest city palace and leisure to savour the Music, the author of a joining the world- collaborated with charming old town. Launched in 2017, the official home of the growing excitement book on 20th-century renowned tenor Russell respected artists of ship combines modern Wittelsbachs. This vast in town as the crowds music and a presenter FROM £1,995*pp for six days itinerary Watson for an exclusive every musical genre Delightful scenery comfort with elegant complex includes 10 gather for this special on BBC Radio 3, where concert. B, L, D and performed for and towns style, and offers a range DATES 23–28 September, 2020 courtyards and no fewer event. Later, you will he hosted Music Matters Day 1 Budapest Day 7 Budapest noted dignitaries Sail through some of the of luxury suites, first-class than 130 public rooms, attend the legendary for nine years. WHAT’S INCLUDED Fly to Budapest and Admire the pastoral including the Queen. area’s most enchanting dining, plus a massage including the Hercules Passion Play, performed  Ticket for the Passion Play transfer to your river ship landscapes as you sail to countryside, including and wellness centre. concert hall, the Court once every 10 years by  Two nights’ B&B at a three- or four-star for a welcome dinner. D Budapest, where you can Church of All Saints, the the townsfolk of The Telegraph’s classical hotel in Munich Day 2 Esztergom enjoy a sightseeing tour. who will entertain you FROM £1,719*pp for eight days glittering Treasury and Oberammergau. Dinner music critic will give his  Two nights’ B&B at a four-star hotel Discover Esztergom, Tonight, you will attend with his greatest hits. DATES April 15–22, 2019 the former royal riding will be provided during personal insights into in the Oberammergau area one of Hungary’s oldest a splendid farewell gala He will join you as you school and stables: the interval. B, L, D the genius of Salzburg’s  One night B&B at a four-star hotel in Salzburg towns B, L, D dinner aboard the ship, cruise through this WHAT’S INCLUDED the Marstall. Dinner will Day 5 Oberammergau, most celebrated son.  Five dinners and three lunches Day 3 Bratislava followed by a traditional special region known for  Exclusive events with Russell Watson be served at the Salzburg A special Mozart dinner  Scheduled flights between London Enjoy a guided tour Hungarian show. B, L, D its musical heritage. You  Return flight and transfers Hofbrauhaus, a quaint From Oberammergau, concert with a late and Munich/Salzburg and London. of the Slovakian capital Day 8 Return home will also gain insights into  Seven nights’ full-board accommodation Bavarian restaurant with your next stop will be 18th-century theme in Regional airports available on request with its beautifully Disembark and transfer Russell’s career and spend on MS Thomas Hardy a beer hall dating from the enchanting streets the candlelit surroundings  Comfortable coach travel and transfers restored old town. B, L, D to the airport for your time with the tenor during  Guided tours and excursions as detailed the 16th century. B, D of Salzburg, a city of St Peter’s Abbey is  Services of an Andante Travels tour manager Day 4 Dürnstein, Melk return flight. B a private meet-and-greet  Cruise director, local guides and tour manager Day 3 Oberammergau with a diverse history, the perfect way to end Discover Dürnstein, and a CD signing. You will have the chance rich musical heritage and a splendid day. B, L, D TO BOOK OR INQUIRE home to the castle where highlights TO BOOK OR INQUIRE to visit the exquisite lovely alpine views. Your Day 6 Return home Richard the Lionheart Budapest, Vienna Nymphenburg Palace, morning tour of Salzburg After breakfast, the 0333 130 7279 was imprisoned. Later in Private concert and Bratislava 0333 060 3261 the summer residence includes a visit to the group transfers to the Quote ref: G1201 the day you will visit the with Russell Watson Discover three diverse Quote ref: G1201 of the former rulers of Mozart Residence. In the airport before your telegraph.co.uk/ tt-ihsalzburg remarkable Melk Abbey Enjoy a wonderful private capitals. 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Terms and conditions: Price based on two sharing. Subject to availablity. Single supplement: £299. Terms and conditions: Price based on two sharing. Subject to availablity. Single supplement may apply. ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS A dance through MEET OUR EXPERTS Day 1 Pisa Insights from Fly to Pisa and transfer Rupert Christiansen Russia with to Lucca. L, D The Telegraph’s opera Day 2 Lucca, critic for more than 20 Torre del Lago years, Rupert will travel Darcey Bussell Enjoy a tour of Lucca, with you throughout, including a visit to introducing each opera Puccini’s birth home. before it’s performed. Take this unique chance to explore Russia’s After lunch, listen cultural riches in the company of the to the rst of Rupert’s The Puccini Festival celebrated dancer Dame Darcey Bussell. talks on Puccini. Later, Enjoy rst-sector tickets On this luxury Scenic river cruise you will join enjoy your rst Puccini to two special opera Darcey in St Petersburg where she will reveal DARCEY opera at the Torre del performances in the insights into her remarkable career in BUSSELL Blue Icons Lago. B, L, D beautiful open-air theatre conversation with The Telegraph’s dance critic FormerBlue Icons principal Day 3 Villa Puccini in Torre del Lago. On the dancer, presenter Mark Monahan, before joining you for a Rupert will give another July departure, you’ll see The former principal special performance by one of the city’s ballet 20 talk on Puccini’s life and La Fanciulla del West and dancer at the Royal 21 works. This evening Madame Butter y. On companies. You will sail in style via the Golden Ballet and now a judge you’ll drive to Torre the August departure, Ring cities to Russia’s historic capital, Moscow, on Strictly Come Dancing. del Lago and visit Villa La Bohème and Tosca. where foreign correspondent Alec Luhn will give his political insights into this culturally Puccini, where the Darcey Bussell, composer lived and Lovely Lucca rich and endlessly fascinating country. image taken by Herbie Knott worked. Over dinner, You will visit Puccini’s Rupert introduces this birthplace, see his home, evening’s opera and the villa where he CULTURE MEET OUR performance. B, L, D composed some of his of Mandrogi and the Telegraph’s dance critic, in two of Russia’s most CULTURE EXPERT Day 4 Villa Reale greatest works. wooden churches of Mark Monahan. captivating cities. di Marlia, wine tour Kizhi island. B, L, D You will visit the Your charming hotel Day 8–10 Goritsy, Learn about The Golden Ring cities beautiful grounds On the July departure Yaroslavl, Uglich Russian history Experience the beauty Enjoy two special opera of Villa Reale di Marlia. you will stay at the Discover the Kirillo- Hear rst-hand tales of the Golden Ring cities, MARK performances This evening you will four-star Hotel Ilaria, Belozersky monastery of Moscow’s political home to cathedrals, MONAHAN visit a Tuscan winery, located in the centre and Golden Ring cities. movements and Russia’s monasteries and myriad Dance critic followed by a fabulous of Lucca. On the August B, L, D social history from ancient relics. at The Telegraph farewell dinner. B, D departure you will stay ITINERARY Day 11–12 Moscow The Telegraph‘s Russia Mark has been dance Day 5 Pisa at the characterful Arrive in Moscow and correspondent, Alec Luhn. Sail on Scenic Tsar critic for The Telegraph Transfer to the airport four-star Hotel Alla Corte Day 1–2 St Petersburg enjoy free time, guided Relax aboard the luxurious since 2005. Puccini Opera for your return  ight. B degli Angeli. On arrival, transfer to tours and a performance Explore Moscow Scenic Tsar and take RUPERT Scenic Tsar. You’ll enjoy a by an internationally and St Petersburg advantage of the ship’s CHRISTIANSEN guided city tour on your renowned circus. B, L, D Explore the landmarks excellent facilities. Festival in Italy Telegraph opera critic FROM £2,339*pp for  ve days second day. B, L, D** Day 13 Moscow Rupert Christiansen is DATES July 25 29 or August 9 13, 2019 Day 3 St Petersburg Visit the Memorial with Rupert the author of a dozen Visit St Isaac’s Cathedral Museum of Cosmonautics, FROM £5,190*pp for 15 days books, including Prima WHAT’S INCLUDED or Yusupov Palace, and the State Tretyakov DATES May 26 June 9, 2019 Donna and The Faber  First-sector seats for two opera performances take a canal cruise. Join Gallery or the Second Christiansen Pocket Guide to Opera. at the Puccini Opera Festival Darcey Bussell and Mark World War Museum. Join WHAT’S INCLUDED A frequent lecturer and  Return British Airways  ight and all Monahan for a superb Alec Luhn for a talk and  All events with Darcey Bussell, Mark Monahan contributor to many overseas transportation talk. Attend the o cial Q&A session. B, L, D and Alec Luhn, including ballet performance Watching performances of Puccini’s greatest publications in both  Exclusive talks from Rupert Christiansen welcome dinner. B, L, D Day 14–15 Moscow  Return  ight ALEC LUHN works near his home town is a magical Britain and the USA,  Four nights’ B&B accommodation Day 4–5 St Petersburg Visit the Kremlin and  14-night river cruise on the luxury Scenic Tsar The Telegraph Russia experience. Opera critic Rupert Christiansen he is also a regular  Three lunches and four evening meals Join Darcey at a drinks watch a thrilling Russian  All excursions, transfers, taxes and gratuities correspondent will accompany you throughout, including broadcaster and sits on  Activities and excursions as detailed reception followed folk show. B, L, D***  All meals including beer, wine and soft drinks Based in Moscow, on visits to the composer’s birthplace and the the editorial board of in the itinerary by a performance by  Services of a cruise director Alec covers the Opera magazine. He  Accompanied by a tour manager a local ballet company.  Complimentary keepsake from Darcey Bussell country’s political and villa where he created some of his greatest HIGHLIGHTS has been The Telegraph’s The next day explore the cultural events. works. Rupert will also give private talks opera critic since 1996. TO BOOK OR INQUIRE wonderful Hermitage, Exclusive events TO BOOK OR INQUIRE about Puccini’s music and extraordinary and enjoy a river cruise. with our experts life. 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Andrew will also The vineyards Odyssey brilliant BBC series The Art Of Spain, Andrew 22 accompany you as you of Bordeaux You will enjoy 12 nights 23 will share his expert insights. Andrew says: sail between Seville and The history of Bordeaux aboard this elegant “Spanish art is endlessly fascinating and Lisbon on board MV wine goes back almost ocean cruise ship. constantly underrated.” Seville is just the start Aegean Odyssey. He will 2,000 years. Your trip Stylishly decorated, MV of a thrilling 15-day tour. Sailing on to Portugal deliver an exclusive talk will include a visit to the Aegean Odyssey o ers and France, you will also discover the delights on the great art and cellar of one of the a range of comfortable of Lisbon, Porto, Bordeaux and La Rochelle. architecture of Spain, region’s most famous cabins to choose from. and answer your estates: Château It also has facilities such questions in a private Lynch-Bages, Château as a pool,  ne dining, a CULTURE question and answer Lagrange and Château gym and an on-board CULTURE session. Latour-Martillac. You lecture theatre and ANDREW will be introduced to library, making it the GRAHAM DIXON Discovering Lisbon the art of winemaking ideal vessel on which to Enjoy the art and architecture of Europe with expert Andrew Telegraph art critic, The beautiful Portuguese and, more importantly, enjoy a cultural cruise Graham-Dixon author and broadcaster capital is a picture-perfect tasting. of the region. A renowned art critic for The Telegraph, ITINERARY Andrew is one of Britain’s leading cultural commentators. Day 1 Seville Spanish art and answer in the Portuguese wine A proli c broadcaster, Day 10 Bordeaux Day 12 At sea Day 15 London Depart from London on your questions during trade. Cross the Douro he has presented In Bordeaux, you can tour Enjoy a day at leisure Return to Tilbury. B a direct  ight to Seville. a Q&A session. B, L, D River to visit a cellar for numerous programmes the Médoc vineyards north aboard MV Aegean On arrival you’ll transfer Day 5 Lisbon a wine tasting. B, L, D including BBC series of the city or enjoy a Odyssey. B, L, D FROM £2,595*pp for 15 days to your hotel for the next Discover Lisbon’s Day 7 Vigo The Art of France and walk that will include the Day 13 Guernsey two nights. Monastery of Jeronimos, Vigo is where the Roman The Art of Spain. He 13th-century cathedral, You will take a scenic DATES June 418, 2019 UNITED Day 2 Seville, Córdoba Rossio Square, Alfama Empire met the ocean. is also the author the Palais Rohan and the island drive and explore KINGDOM WHAT’S INCLUDED After breakfast, you will Quarter and Belem Visit the cathedral of of numerous books Grand Theatre. B, L, D the historic capital,  Exclusive talk, Q&A session and Córdoba tour visit the ancient city of District – the historic Santiago de Compostela, covering art history, Day 11 La Rochelle St Peter Port, where London with Andrew Graham-Dixon Córdoba in the company Day 3 Seville launching point for the reputed burial place including Renaissance, Spend the day in pretty you can visit the  Nine guided excursions of Andrew Graham-Dixon. Take a guided tour of this Caravels sailing to the of Christ’s apostle Saint Michelangelo and La Rochelle, one of the 13th-century Castle Guernsey Hon eur  Two nights’ accommodation at a four- or The Unesco World spectacular Spanish city, New World. B, L, D James and a place of the Sistine Chapel, foremost French Cornet. B, L, D Atlantic  ve-star hotel in Seville (bed and breakfast) Heritage Site was once with the glorious Gothic pilgrimage since the and Caravaggio: A Life seaports between Day 14 Hon eur Ocean FRANCE  Twelve nights aboard MV Aegean Odyssey the most populous city cathedral at its heart, Middle Ages. B, L, D Sacred and Profane. the 14th and 17th See the picturesque Bay of La Rochelle  Scheduled  ight between London and Seville. in the world and has before you board MV Day 8 At sea A former judge of the centuries, packed port and St Catherine’s, Biscay Regional airports available on request been both a capital Aegean Odyssey. B,D Enjoy MV Aegean Turner Prize, Andrew with reminders of its the largest timber-built Bordeaux  Transfers abroad, port taxes and ship gratuities of the Hispania Ulterior Day 4 Guadalquivir Odyssey’s fantastic has also served on seafaring heritage. B, L, D church in France. B, L, D  All meals aboard MV Aegean Odyssey province of Rome and the River on-board facilities as you the Government Art Vigo Arab state of Al-Andalus. As you cruise along cruise towards pretty Collection Committee. Porto SPAIN TO BOOK OR INQUIRE Andrew will accompany Spain’s second longest Bordeaux. B, L, D PORTUGAL you as you explore the river, you will enjoy an Day 9 Bordeaux Lisbon 0333 130 9384 immense La Mezquita exclusive talk from Take in the beautiful Seville Quote ref: G1201 mosque, the Roman Andrew aboard your Day 6 Porto scenery as you travel up telegraph.co.uk/tt-agdspain Bridge and the Jewish ship, after which he will Spend the afternoon the Gironde estuary into 100 miles Quarter. 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Levison Wood Cairo with Mummy tour Explorer, photographer, Levison Wood In the company of author and broadcaster Explorer Levison Wood Levison, visit Cairo’s Since 2014, Levison spent nine months Egyptian Museum with Wood has made four walking the length exclusive access to the critically acclaimed of the River Nile, an Mummy Room. documentary series, astonishing expedition in which he has walked of 4,250 miles. He At home with Howard the length of the Nile, encountered isolated Carter the length of the tribes and badly behaved You will pay an exclusive Himalayas, from camels, before trekking visit to the home of the Mexico to Colombia, the last 900 miles man who found King and across the through Egypt. Levison Tutankhamun’s tomb Caucasus. He has will join you in Cairo to in 1922. The house in written five bestselling talk about his journey, Luxor was home to the books about his answer your questions Egyptologist until his journeys, the latest on and join you for drinks death in 1939. Admire the incredible pyramids 24 his circumnavigation of and dinner. 25 the Arabian Peninsula. Luxury Nile cruise Levison is an elected The sights of Egypt One of the finest boats fellow of the Royal Witness the spectacular operating on the Nile, itinerary Geographical Society, Great Pyramid of Giza, Sanctuary Nile Adventurer Explore ancient and the Explorer’s Club. the enigmatic Sphinx has spacious cabins, and historic Old Cairo. panoramic views, a Day 1 Arrive in Cairo Day 3 Giza cruise. On board you’ll find Day 5 Philae, Day 6 Esna, Edfu Take expert-led tours swimming pool, gym, enture Egypt with Depart from London on This morning, you will teak decking, spacious Kom Ombo You will visit the red about the British of the Temples of Esna, superb cuisine and enture a direct flight to Cairo. meet explorer Levison cabins, a heated pool and The cruise will take you sandstone Temple of archaeologist who Edfu and Philae. first-class service. adv Levison Wood Transfer to Marriott Wood, who will visit the superb cuisine. B, L, D to Agilkia Island, where Esna, dedicated to discovered the tomb adv Mena House and settle Egyptian Museum with you will explore the Khnum, the god of the of Tutankhamun in 1922. into a garden-view room. you. He will share his Philae Temple, devoted source of the Nile. Later B, L, D tales of his time in Egypt Mediterranean to Isis, the goddess of you will tour the Temple FROM £3,595*pp for nine days Sea Drawn by sand-dusted monuments such as the and accompany you as purity. In the afternoon, of Edfu which is DATES September 19–27, 2019 pyramids and the Sphinx, visitors have flocked you are granted exclusive your local expert will dedicated to Horus, the to Egypt for centuries. This exclusive nine-day access to the Mummy show you the Temple son of Isis and Osiris. WHAT’S INCLUDED Room. Continue with a of Kom Ombo, a temple The temples of Kom  Events and activities with Levison Wood trip will reveal these astonishing attractions in Giza Cairo tour of the pyramids, devoted to two gods – Ombo, Philae and Edfu  Return flight and transfers the company of special guest Levison Wood. Sphinx and ancient solar The Sobek and Horus the were all built during the  Four nights’ half-board accommodation The charismatic explorer, who famously walked ship. This evening, Nile Elder – where all the Ptolemaic Kingdom. in a five-star hotel in Cairo the Nile from source to sea, will be on hand to Levison will give an hallways, doors and B, L, D  Expert guides and services of a tour manager describe his thrilling adventures. You will set exclusive talk about his chambers are duplicated Day 7 Luxor  Four-night full-board cruise on Sanctuary sail on a luxury journey down the Nile, including Day 2 Cairo epic walk along the EGYPT symmetrically. B, L, D A trip to the East and Day 8 Cairo Nile Adventurer visits to the tombs of Tutankhamun and Howard In the morning, you’ll length of the Nile, Luxor West Banks takes you to Today you will disembark  All excursions and experiences, as listed Esna Temple Carter’s house. As Levison says: “I spent nine visit Coptic Cairo, answering your questions the Valley of the Kings. the ship for your flight  All taxes and gratuities months following the Nile and saw for myself where you can explore before joining you for Aswan Your tour includes to Cairo, where you’ll why it is called the ‘river of life’.” the Babylon Fortress, dinner. B, L, D access to both the check into the five-star TO BOOK OR INQUIRE Agilkia the Coptic Museum and Day 4 Fly to Aswan tombs of Tutankhamun Fairmont Nile City Island the Hanging Church You will fly to Aswan and Ramses II. A and have an afternoon 0333 130 7362 in the former Christian where you’ll board the highlight will be an to explore. B Quote ref: G1201 heart of Egypt. five-starSanctuary Nile SUDAN 200 miles exclusive visit to Howard Day 9 London telegraph.co.uk/tt-lwegypt B, L Adventurer for your Nile Carter’s House, to learn Return flight. B

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of India with Exclusive tour creatures in their and activities with natural habitat. Stanley Johnson Stanley Johnson Stanley will be with you India’s grand palaces for the duration of this One of the highlights will tour, which will give be the Taj Mahal which Telegraph readers a deep Stanley Johnson calls Spotting a Bengal tiger through the morning insight into one of his “a monument that is mist is a mesmerising experience. In favourite regions. He will stunning beyond words”. Ranthambore National Park, you will go give an exclusive talk But you’ll also discover in search of this elusive beast with Stanley Stanley about his lifelong love the architectural Johnson, who has dedicated himself to saving Johnson of India, from his first splendours of Gwalior the species from extinction. A supporter of the Author and journey there aged 21 and the Unesco World Travel Operators For Tigers campaign, Stanley environmentalist to his appearance on Heritage Site of Khajuraho. is hosting this exclusive small-group tour The former MEP The Real Marigold Hotel. of Northern India. Drawing on his lifelong Stanley Johnson has He returned recently Authentic India worked in the European to take part in the This tour also includes connection to the subcontinent, Stanley will Commission as Head TOFTigers 2018 a mixture of cultural reveal the authentic India. Discover the Taj of the Prevention of Bike4Tigers challenge experiences intended Mahal at sunset, backstreet artisans in Jaipur, Pollution division and and is committed to to introduce you to India Hindu rituals in Varanasi and glorious palaces as Director of Energy ensuring responsible and its people. You in Gwalior. Along the way, you will stay in Policy. Stanley has ‘tiger tourism’. Stanley will walk through the heritage properties that reflect the rich history been a trustee of the will also give a talk backstreets of Jaipur of this beguiling country. Earthwatch Institute before your game drive to meet food vendors and is currently in Ranthambore and sign and local artisans, and Honorary President of copies of his books. see thousands of the Gorilla Organisation worshippers converge 26 and an Ambassador for Bengal tigers in the wild on the banks of the 27 the United Nations Of the 3,890 tigers left Ganges in Varanasi – Environment Programme in the wild, 2,226 are in one of the oldest Hindu Convention on Migratory India, and an estimated pilgrimage sites. You will Species (CMS). He has 70 are in Ranthambore also stay in characterful Go in search of the elusive tiger appeared on I’m a National Park. This is a heritage hotels and eat Celebrity…Get Me Out fantastic opportunity to in recommended local of Here and The Real see these magnificent restaurants throughout. ITINERARY Marigold Hotel. FROM £3,295*pp for 14 days As an author, he has adventure adventure DATES November 4–17, 2019 written ten novels Day 1 Delhi iconic Palace of Winds city of Fatehpur Sikri. Site, the temple city and many books on WHAT’S INCLUDED You will meet Stanley and imposing Amber In Agra, enjoy the of Khajuraho has the environmental issues. CHINA  Exclusive talk, Q&A session and activities Johnson then visit the Fort. B, L sunset over the iconic largest collection of Stanley’s six children with Stanley Johnson Rajpath and India Gate, Day 5 Jaipur, Taj Mahal. B, L, D medieval Hindu and Jain include the former  Full services of a Wild Frontiers tour leader, as well as Humayun’s Ranthambore New Day 8 Agra, Gwalior temples in India. B, L, D Mayor of London and local guides and driver tomb. L, D National Park Delhi NEPAL This morning is Day 12 Khajuraho, Foreign Secretary Boris  All accommodation in excellent heritage Day 2 Delhi, Khandela Visit Ranthambore Fort, dedicated to exploring Varanasi Johnson; Jo Johnson, Khandela or four-star hotels Khandela was the capital which dates back to AD the magnificent Taj Fly to Varanasi on the MP for Orpington, and Agra  All meals as detailed in the itinerary of the Rajput princes. You’ll 944. Tonight, Stanley will Jaipur Mahal. B, L, D banks of the sacred River Rachel Johnson, the  All transport and entrance fees as outlined stay in a Rajput ancestral give an introduction to Gwalior Day 9 Gwalior Ganges. Take a boat ride editor, journalist, in the itinerary home. Tonight Stanley the tigers. B, L, D Varanasi Gwalior is considered to witness the sunset television presenter Orchha  A carbon-offsetting contribution to Carbon Johnson gives a talk and Day 6 Ranthambore the cultural capital of aarti ritual. B, L and author. Khajuraho Clear (if booking international flights through Q&A session. B, L, D National Park Ranthambore Madhya Pradesh. B, L, D Day 13 Varanasi National Park WF office) Day 3 Khandela, You will head into the Day 10 Gwalior, You will witness the Please note: International flights are not included but are available Jaipur park early with Stanley INDIA Orchha faithful come down to Explore Khandela today for a game drive. After Today you will head to the holy river for their TO BOOK OR INQUIRE then drive to the ‘Pink lunch you’ll head back Orchha, a medieval town early morning cleansing City’ of Jaipur for a for another chance to that lies on a bend on – a moving display of 0333 122 6805 heritage walk and tea spot tigers. B, L, D the Betwa river. B, L, D faith. B, L, D Quote ref: G1201 with a local family. 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with Mariella Exclusive talk, Q&A session and excursion with Mariella Frostrup Frostrup Mariella Frostrup, who grew up in Norway, will be talking about her experience in Norway as Watching a magical display of the aurora well as the theme of her borealis is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. most recent book, Wild On this 12-day trip you will have the chance Women, in which she to witness the ethereal beauty of the Northern MARIELLA pro les great female Lights in the company of Telegraph Travel FROSTRUP adventurers who have writer Mariella Frostrup. She will also give an Broadcaster travelled across land and exclusive talk about her book, Wild Women, an and author sea from Constantinople anthology of over 50 great female adventurers. Born in Norway, to Crimea and Antarctica Mariella Frostrup is to the Andes. It includes This is an unmissable chance to explore the one of the UK’s well-known heroines majestic Norwegian coast and star- lled Arctic leading journalists, such as Isabella Bird, Sailing on skies with one of our most popular presenters broadcasters and Dervla Murphy and MS Nordkapp as you travel from the Unesco World Heritage critics. Her work ranges Cheryl Straid as well Hurtigruten’s MS port of Bergen to beyond the Arctic Circle. from current a airs as other unsung Nordkapp is an shows to covering the adventurers. On this expedition ship which arts and writing as exciting cruise – an also operates as the an agony aunt. She Arctic adventure in lifeblood of the local is a regular travel itself – Mariella will also community, delivering Seek the aurora borealis with  YOUR NORTHERN LIGHTS PROMISE** Mariella Frostrup writer for The take part in a special mail to the people of Telegraph and an Q&A session, as well the Norwegian coast. 28 author of  ve books, as sign copies of her You will enjoy 11 nights 29 including her latest latest book. on board and have ITINERARY anthology Wild Women, ample opportunity to which pro les great Experiencing the experience rst hand female adventurers. Northern Lights the culture and customs Day 1 Bergen on your way to the Honningsvåg A variety of optoinal She is lead presenter Hurtigruten is so con dent of this unique region. Hammerfest Barents Fly to the historic spectacular Unesco- excursions will also be of the BBC’s The Big that you will see the Tromsø Kirkenes Sea Norwegian port of listed Geiranger ord. on o er, such as husky Painting Challenge, aurora borealis that they Attending a midnight Bergen, the gateway Soak up the scenery sledding. B, L, D presents Open Book o er a Northern Lights concert Lofoten to the  ords. Here you and explore the city’s Day 8 Hammerfest, on Radio 4, the series promise** which says if One of the highlights ADVENTURE ADVENTURE will board MS Nordkapp beautiful architecture, or Arctic Circle Tromsø Bringing Up Britain and you don’t see them you of your cruise will be a FROM £1,919*pp for 12 days and enjoy an exclusive enjoy a variety of optional Explore picturesque has been a judge on will be o ered another midnight concert at the welcome talk by excursions. B, L, D NORWAY Hammerfest, Norway’s major literary awards. six- or seven-day cruise Arctic Cathedral in DATES December 11 22, 2019 North Hurtigruten’s expert Day 3 Trondheim Sea Trondheim RUSSIA most northern town, free of charge. It is an area Tromsø. The striking WHAT’S INCLUDED guides, plus a welcome The highlight of today’s before sailing back to famous for the aurora so design and stunning Alesund FINLAND  Exclusive talk, Q&A, excursion and book dinner. D journey north is a visit Tromsø. Tonight you’ll your chances of sightings stained glass mosaic are signing with Mariella Frostrup to the royal city of visit the impressive are high. An expert will be magni cent to witness - Bergen SWEDEN 200 miles  Copy of Mariella’s latest book Wild Women Trondheim. Founded Arctic Cathedral for a one of the best places on hand to explain the plus the building’s  Return scheduled  ight in AD 997, this former spectacular midnight from which to spot the facts (and the ction) that acoustics are unrivalled,  11 nights’ full-board accommodation on Viking trading post phenomenon. B, L, D Day 6 Honningsvag, concert. B, L, D Northern Lights. B, L, D surround these wondrous making for a memorable MS Nordkapp served as Norway’s Day 5 Tromsø North Cape cruising Day 9 Lofoten Islands Day 11 Trondheim celestial displays. evening of music.  Knowledgeable local guides and in-depth rst capital. B, L, D Explore the attraction Discover the Arctic on Today there will be free Return to Trondheim on-board presentation on the Northern Lights Day 4 Arctic Circle town of Tromsø, one of a visit to the North Cape, time to explore the wild where you will enjoy  Midnight concert at the Arctic Cathedral crossing to the the best vantage points the most northerly point natural beauty of the free time to discover  All port taxes and fees Lofoten Islands from which to see the of Europe. Tonight, Lofoten Islands, known the history of this ancient  Your Northern Lights promise** Take in spectacular Northern Lights. Enjoy Mariella will give an for their incredible city. 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eclipse with Dr Day 1 Rio de Janeiro Boca and San Telmo. B, L witness the solar eclipse. Day 13 Sacred Valley Fly to Rio and transfer Day 8 Valparaiso Return to the airport and The Urubamba, or to your hotel. Fly to Santiago and visit  y back to Santiago. B, L ‘Sacred’, Valley is home Robin Catchpole Day 2 Rio City Tour the seaside resort of Day 11 Santiago to Incan citadels and Take a panoramic city Vina del Mar and the Lunch on sh fresh from beautiful landscapes. tour, before ascending port town of Valparaíso. the morning’s catch Beginning in the Sugarloaf Mountain by Ride the funicular to see at restaurant El Galeon charming town of Pisac, “A total eclipse of the sun is something that cable car. This evening, Chilean poet Pablo in the bustling Central visit the excellent market everyone should experience at least once in enjoy a samba night. L Neruda’s house. B, D Market. Embark on a city to browse traditional their life,” says Dr Robin Catchpole. “The Day 3 Christ the Day 9 Chilean wine tour around Plaza de Peruvian handicrafts. moment when daylight fades and our warm, DR ROBIN Redeemer tour Armas. Explore bohemian Later, meet a typical familiar sun, becomes a black sphere with a CATCHPOLE The tour also includes Take a vineyard tour, Bellavista and ascend Inca community at halo of silver light, while the world around us Astronomer the 19th-century hillside tasting locally produced San Cristobal Hill for Ollantaytambo. B, L cools, makes us feel we can no longer take for Robin is currently neighbourhood of Santa wines. B, L views over the city Day 14 Machu Picchu granted the permanence of the sun and stars.” at the Institute of Teresa and the world’s Day 10 La Serena and the towering Andes From Ollantaytambo, Astronomy, Cambridge largest urban forest. B, D Viewing the total eclipse in the company of Eclipse Experience Mountains. B, L board the Vistadome University, and Day 4: Iguazu Falls Fly by private charter Day 12 Peru train to the small town one of Britain’s foremost astronomers is just previously served as Fly to Iguazu on the to La Serena. Transfer Travel to Peru and of Aguas Calientes. one highlight of this incredible 17-day tour. Senior Astronomer at border of Argentina into the mountains to transfer to the Scared From here ascend to the You’ll also see the best of South America, from the Royal Observatory and Brazil. Iguazu is the one of the best places to Valley. B glorious Machu Picchu. Christ the Redeemer and the Iguazu Falls to Greenwich. His largest waterfall system Long abandoned by the the astonishing Machu Picchu. research interests in the world. B, D Inca, it was revealed to PERU Machu include exploding stars Day 5 Iguazu Picchu the wider world by Hiram and galaxies with black See the Argentinian half Bingham in 1911. B, L, D Lima Sacred Valley holes at their centres. of Iguazu then learn Cusco Day 15 Cusco He has given numerous about the indigenous This evening enjoy a lectures, radio and TV culture of the Mbororé folklore show to nish 30 interviews and is Aldea people. B, D Garganta do Diabo your incredible trip. B, D 31 CHILE currently part of the Day 6 Buenos Aires and Iguazu falls Rio de Days 16-17 Depart Janeiro team building the Solar Fly to Argentina’s for the UK ARGENTINA BRAZIL Pyramid, which will be enchanting capital. B La Serena Fly to Lima to connect the largest sundial in Day 7 Buenos Aires Buenos with your  ight, arriving Valparaíso See the splendour of Machu Picchu Santiago Aires the world. Your city tour will include 500 miles the same or following the vibrant districts of La day. B

HIGHLIGHTS ADVENTURE Experience a total eclipse ADVENTURE with Dr Robin Catchpole Total eclipse Best of South America Marvellous Iguazu Falls from One hundred years ago, In addition to this Machu Picchu both Brazilian and observations made unique astronomical Machu Picchu is one of Argentinian sides. FROM £5,990*pp for 17 days during a total eclipse event, this tour will the new Seven Wonders You will also meet the DATES June 23 July 9, 2019 in South America led reveal to you the beauty of the World. You will indigenous Mbororé to the widespread and passion for which visit this magni cent Aldea people who will WHAT’S INCLUDED acceptance of Einstein’s South America is 15th-century Inca citadel share stories of their  Talks and activities with Dr Robin Catchpole theory of relativity. That famous. Over 17 days, and Sacred Valley while ancestors, rituals, myths  Private charter to the best vantage point is the kind of fascinating you will visit Brazil, in Peru. In Chile, you will and legends. Then it’s to see the solar eclipse insight you can expect Argentina, Chile and savour the delights on to the Latin  air  All accommodation when you travel to this Peru, seeing all the of vibrant Santiago, and European elegance  All meals, excursions and activities as listed beguiling continent in major sights in those including a trip to the of Buenos Aires.  All  ights and transfers the company of the wondrous countries. bustling Central Market.  Four countries: Brazil; Argentina; Chile; Peru astronomer Dr Robin Starting in Rio de Catchpole. You will Janeiro, you will ascend Iguazu Falls and TO BOOK OR INQUIRE witness the solar eclipse Sugarloaf Mountain, Buenos Aires close to the city of take a Jeep tour and On the borders of Brazil, 0333 060 2529 La Serena in Chile, from visit the spectacular Paraguay and Argentina a vantage point where Christ the Redeemer is the largest waterfall Quote ref: G1201 Experience a total eclipse telegraph.co.uk/tt-rceclipse with Dr Robin Catchpole Rio de Janeiro, Brazil you can experience the statue that towers over system in the world. eerie event rst-hand. this astonishing city. Experience the stunning

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odyssey with Sir Day 1 Fly to Copenhagen You will catch your flight Ranulph Fiennes to the Danish capital, where you will transfer to MV Aegean Odyssey, your home for the next Named by Guinness World Records as ‘the 15 days. D world’s greatest living explorer’, Sir Ranulph Day 2 Copenhagen Fiennes has spent his life travelling to the most Take in the city’s many Day 8 Bergen extreme places on the planet, risking life and highlights on a tour that You will take a Sir Ranulph limb. While this 15-day journey is less perilous includes the Little panoramic tour of the Fiennes, OBE than his usual adventures, it is no less Mermaid Statue and Unesco World Heritage Explorer spectacular. After flying to one of the most Rosenborg Castle, home district of Bryggen, Sir Ranulph’s beautiful cities in Scandinavia, Copenhagen, of the Danish Crown followed by a funicular achievements as an Jewels. B, L, D railway trip to the adventurer and explorer you’ll board the excellent small ship MV summit of Mount FlØyen, are extraordinary and Aegean Odyssey. On your cruise, you will stop for incredible views over have earned him the at the Unesco-listed port of Bergen, cruise the city. B, L, D title of ‘world’s greatest Norway’s largest fjord and explore the Day 9 Hellesylt, living explorer’. He spectacular landscape around Geiranger Geiranger served in the British before returning to Tilbury. Making the trip You will cruise Army for eight years extraordinary will be two exclusive talks, Geirangerfjord, then and later embarked a Q&A session, a special film screening and have lunch overlooking on numerous record- a book signing with Sir Ranulph. Oppstrynsvatn lake. B, L, D breaking missions. He was the first person Day 3 Aarhus (with Charles Burton) 32 Sample the atmosphere to visit both the North 33 of medieval Aarhus at and South Poles on the fascinating open-air foot, and was the first Den Gamle By museum. The incredible fjords of Norway (with Mike Stroud) B, L, D to cross the Antarctic Day 4 Oslo continent on foot. You have a choice of Day 12 Day at sea He scaled the north tours in the capital of Relax and enjoy the highlights face of the Eiger Norway, with Vigeland Day 10 Alesund facilities on board in 2007. Park, and the Viking Ship Stop at Alesund at Aegean Odyssey. B, L, D adventure Museum or the Opera the mouth of the Day 13 Rosyth Exclusive talks voyages. Millions of years Make sure you take in the adventure House and City Hall mighty Geirangerfjord. Take in the Scottish and Q&A with Sir of glacial activity have Little Mermaid Statue and operator, the award- on offer. B, L, D The town is famous for capital, Edinburgh, on NORWAY Ranulph Fiennes blessed Norway with the Nyhavn waterfront. winning Voyages to Day 5 Kristiansand its pretty art nouveau a city tour that includes This is a once-in-a- an astonishing crinkle- Antiquity, is known for Discover Kristiansand’s architecture. B, L, D the Royal Mile and lifetime opportunity cut coastline. You will Sailing on MV its exceptional guest FROM £2,995*pp for 15 days 400-year-old SØgne Old Holyroodhouse Palace. SWEDEN to meet the legendary see waterfalls, seals and Aegean Odyssey speakers. As well as talks DATES July 16 - 30, 2019 Church and 17th-century Alternatively, you can Alesund explorer and hear about an abundance of birdlife Carrying just 350 from Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Christianholm Fortress. take a trip to Stirling Hellesylt his extraordinary life and during the long, light- passengers, the compact you will enjoy lectures Flam career. Sir Ranulph will WHAT’S INCLUDED B, L, D Castle. B, L, D Bergen filled summer days Aegean Odyssey can sail from an archaeology  Exclusive talks, Q&A session and book signing Day 6 Stavanger Day 14 Day at sea Ulvik give two exclusive talks of your trip. into small picturesque expert, a specialist with Sir Ranulph Fiennes See one of Europe’s best Relax on board. Visit Stavanger Oslo and a Q&A session on ports that larger cruise in Viking history and  15-day full-board cruise on board preserved settlements the spa or grab a book Baltic board. He will introduce Visiting one of the ships cannot. Its size is a geologist who will MV Aegean Odyssey of wooden houses on a from the library as the Kristiansand Sea a special screening of the world’s friendliest cities perfect for sailing the explain the extraordinary  All entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary walking tour to the old ship makes its way Rosyth Aarhus film of his three-year Expect a warm welcome fjords. Our partner landscapes you encounter.  Copenhagen Transfers, port taxes and gratuities district of Gamle. B, L, D south towards London. North circumpolar expedition on in Copenhagen, the  Flight to Copenhagen, cruise back to Tilbury Day 7 Flam Day 11 Ulvik B, L, D Sea its 40th anniversary and Danish capital. It’s Jump on the spectacular Take a scenic tour to Day 15 Return sign copies of his books. consistently voted one TO BOOK OR INQUIRE Flam Railway for a ride the Hardangervidda journey of the world’s friendliest on this unique line, then Nature Centre and the Your voyage ends when Navigating the cities. Compact and 0333 060 0642 cruise the Sognefjord VØringsfossen waterfall MV Aegean Odyssey Norwegian Fjords easy to navigate, with Quote ref: G1201 – Norway’s largest fjord. that plunges almost arrives at its final stop Sailing on the Norwegian a distinct, innovative telegraph.co.uk/tt-rfnorway B, L, D 200m. B, L, D in Tilbury. 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Discover the Galápagos with Jo Ruxton

The astonishing Galápagos Islands form one of the world’s most diverse landscapes. Here you will nd idyllic bays, outlandish lava formations, green highlands, alluring beaches and, of course, incredible wildlife almost everywhere you look. On this once-in- a-lifetime adventure, you will follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin and explore these amazing islands in the company of award- winning documentary-maker Jo Ruxton. Founder of the Plastic Oceans Foundation, Jo will share the experience gained from her time working on the celebrated Blue Planet at the BBC Natural History Unit.

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The Galapágos pioneering Plastic Darwin’s  nches, Day 1-2 Quito Day 5 Santa spot the mangrove  nch, sharks, rays, sea lions Islands Oceans Foundation UK. amingos, tropicbirds, You’ll y to Quito, Ecuador Cruz Island found only on Isabela and and penguins. B, L, D These extraordinary frigate birds, sea lions, ( ight not included) for Spend the morning at the Fernandina Islands. B, L, D islands are 600 miles Discovering Quito shearwaters, Galapágos two nights. During your Charles Darwin Research Day 8 Fernandina/ from the coast of Enjoy two nights penguins, white-tipped stay you’ll enjoy a guided Station and experience Isabela Islands Ecuador. Despite their in Quito, the sultry reef sharks, rays and tour of the city. B the giant tortoise and Fernandina Island, the tiny size, the islands Ecuadorian capital corals. You will also land iguana breeding youngest in the archipelago have had a profound nestled in the snow- bene t from the expertise programme. B, L, D is home to the ightless JO RUXTON ADVENTURE impact on the scienti c capped heart of the of two Galapágos National Day 6 Isabela Island cormorant nesting site, Co-founder and ADVENTURE world as a source of Andes. In this city of Park guides. You’ll arrive at the fabled as well as marine iguanas Executive Director inspiration for Charles contrasts, glamorous seahorse-shaped Isabela and sea lions. Snorkelling of Plastic Oceans Darwin’s theory of eateries, boutiques and Island and explore a caldera, is possible from Isabela Foundation UK FROM £6,695*pp for 10 days evolution. nightlife jostle happily as well as the lagoons Island. B, L, D Day 10 North Jo began her work in DATES October 20 29, 2019 with bustling markets and mangroves. B, L, D Day 9 Santiago/ Seymour Island marine conservation Jo Ruxton talks and Spanish colonial Bartholomew Islands Take a quick stop on in 1990 and has since WHAT’S INCLUDED Recently the winner architecture in the Explore Santiago Island North Seymour Island, worked for the WWF in  All experiences and talks with Jo Ruxton of Pioneer of the Year 17th-century Unesco- Day 3 San Cristóbal and Bartholomew home to marine iguana Hong Kong and the BBC  Internal ights (international ights not included) at the Everywoman listed old town. You will fly to the Galapágos Islands, walking to the and blue-footed booby. Natural History Unit  B&B accommodation and transfers in Quito Travel Awards, which Islands. On landing, top of Pinnacle Rock for Fly back to mainland on the celebrated Blue  Half-day city tour in Quito recognises the best Unique wildlife you’ll board the great views. Snorkelling Ecuador where the trip Planet team. Since  Seven nights’ full board on the In nity boat female talent in the There will be plenty luxurious In nity boat o ers the chance to see ends. B leaving the BBC, Jo has  Tourist card and national park fee industry, Jo Ruxton has of opportunities for to settle into your cabin. produced the ground-  Travel with two expert Galapágos National dedicated much of close-up views of Later, visit the Jacinto BARTHOLOMEW breaking documentary NORTH Park guides her life to marine the unique wildlife Gordillo breeding centre, SANTIAGO SEYMOUR Quito A Plastic Ocean, which conservation. Having of the Galapágos Islands. to see hatching turtles Day 7 Isabela Island led her to co-found the FERNANDINA G worked in Asia at the Among the islands’ and sea lions. B, L, D Spend the day exploring A Plastic Oceans TO BOOK OR INQUIRE L SANTA CRUZ World Wide Fund for many highlights, both Day 4 Santa Fe Isabela Island on foot A SANTA FE Foundation in 2010. PA Nature (WWF) and on land and sea, are: Today you’ll explore the and in the water with a ISABELLA GO SAN CRISTOBAL 0333 414 3360 S I Quote ref: G1201 on the BBC Blue Planet marine and land iguanas, endemic cactus forest snorkel. Later, visit the SLA NDS telegraph.co.uk/tt-jrgalapagos series, Jo has since giant tortoises, sea and spot the huge land mangrove-rich beach of 50 miles co-founded the turtles, pelicans, iguanas. B, L, D Punta Tortuga. You may

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Meet our highlights After a morning of highlights itinerary experts sightseeing in Venice, Meeting Telegraph you’ll board Peregrine Glorious gardens Day 1 Lake Como Travel experts Dalmatia. B, L, D with Adam Frost After landing, you will This is an exclusive Day 3 Krk Adam will join you to transfer to your hotel. opportunity to holiday Krk is one of the largest visit the manicured Day 2 Lake Como, with The Telegraph’s islands in the Adriatic. gardens of Balbianello, Bellagio Head of Travel Claire Take a guided tour, taste Villa Carlotta and Villa Tour the beautiful Irvin. She will join you for prsut (prosciutto) and Melzi, which are among 18th-century Villa del three days of the cruise. wine, followed by a lamb the best in the region. Balbianello with Adam Jane Foster, The dinner. B, D Adam will also host a Frost. Then head to Telegraph’s Croatia Day 4 Rab talk and Q&A session, pretty Bellagio and visit expert will then join you Rab was first declared a sharing insights into his the Villa Melzi gardens. B Claire Irvin in Split for a talk and a city in 10 BC by Roman gardening career and Day 3 Villa Carlotta The Telegraph’s Head fascinating walking tour. Emperor Augustus. B, D horticultural tips. Today you will visit the of Travel Day 5 Zadar botanical garden at Villa Claire oversees all of Discovering the The ship will dock for The best of the lakes Carlotta. This afternoon The Telegraph’s travel Dalmatian coast a guided walk around You will enjoy a private Adam will join you for content across all Your voyage includes the old town. B, L boat trip on sparkling an aperitivo and give platforms, so has stops at fascinating ports Day 6 Kornati Lake Como. You will also a fascinating talk. B extensive knowledge full of history. In Split National Park, Telascica see beautiful Stresa, Day 4 Stresa of the travel industry, – Jane’s home for six Discover Kornati National Lake Maggiore’s most Arrive in picturesque the best destinations years – you will explore Park and cruise around renowned town. Stresa located on the to visit next and what the exquisite ruins of some of its 89 stunning shore of Lake Maggiore. experiences to enjoy Diocletian’s Palace and islands. B, L, D St Moritz and the You’ll have the option when you get there. An see where Game of Day 7 Sibenik Bernina Express to visit Isola Bella and experienced journalist Thrones was filmed. Cruise to Sibenik – Meet our Take a journey through the impressive palace. B and magazine editor, gateway to the Kornati expert the gorgeous Poschiavo Day 5 Lake Como Claire has spent over Excellent excursions Islands – and enjoy Valley on the iconic Spend the day at leisure 20 years at the top of Guided walking tours a walking tour. B, L Bernina Express. Marvel on the exquisite shores 36 her profession. of the cities you visit are Day 8 Split at glaciers, rivers and of Lake Como. B included. You will also You’ll be joined by Jane snowy peaks, and see Day 6 St Moritz enjoy prosciutto and Foster for a talk and the pretty town of Visit glamorous St Moritz Croatia is now one of Europe’s wine tasting in Krk. a guided tour around St Moritz. and board the Bernina most popular destinations Diocletian’s Palace. This Express, before returning ITINERARY evening, join Claire and North Italian towns to Lake Como. B Jane for dinner. B, L, D Discover the walled city Day 7 Lake Como Day 1 Arrive in Venice Day 9 Return journey of Bergamo. This historic Visit the hilltop town of enture Transfer to your hotel. Transfer to catch your city is a melting pot of Bergamo, one of Italy’s

dv Day 2 Venice, Opatija flight back to the UK. B Adam Frost culture, music and best-kept secrets. B

a Croatia’s coast The gardens of Landscape designer stunning architecture. Day Lake Como and presenter Spend time exploring its Return home after your with Claire Irvin Jane Foster FROM £1,999*pp for eight days Adam Frost is an Lake Como with piazzas and trattorie. final breakfast. B 37 The Telegraph’s DATES June 28–July 6, 2019 award-winning Croatia expert landscape designer and Jane Foster Jane Foster is a travel WHAT’S INCLUDED who has won seven Adam Frost FROM £1,299*pp for eight days writer based in Athens  Exclusive cruise accompanied for three days gold medals at the DATES May 30–June 6, 2019

and Dubrovnik. She is by Claire Irvin, with a talk and walking tour Chelsea Flower Show. S Croatia has one of the most outstanding The elegant villas sitting on Lake Como’s the author of Frommer’s of Split by Jane Foster Adam is a presenter WHAT’S INCLUDED stretches of coastline in the world, with shores conceal a magnificent collection  Easy Guide to Croatia  One-night pre-cruise stay in Venice on Gardeners’ World, All excursions and events with Adam Frost D EN beautiful beaches, enchanting islands and and the Footprint  Return flight from Gatwick, taxes and transfers an RHS Ambassador of gardens. Among the very best are Villa  Return flight historic towns and cities. This exclusive Croatia Handbook.  Seven nights’ full-board accommodation for Education and the Balbianello and Tremezzo’s Villa Carlotta, both  Seven nights’ accommodation at the four-star GAR nine-day small-ship cruise embarks from She has also written on Peregrine Dalmatia with free Wi-Fi on board founder of the Adam of which you will visit on this exclusive tour. Grand Hotel Menaggio with breakfast** Venice, where you will enjoy a splendid guidebooks on the  Excursions and visits as detailed Frost Garden School. Joining you for these horticultural highlights  All local taxes and transfers pre-cruise stay. You will sail across the Adriatic Balkans and Greece.  All tips and gratuities His latest book How To will be Adam Frost, the award-winning  All tours and entrance fees as listed Sea to Split, Dalmatia’s cultural capital with  English-speaking guides and crew included Create Your Garden will landscape designer and presenter, who will  Services of a Riviera Travel tour manager. Diocletian’s beautifully preserved palace at its be released in 2019. also host a private talk. From your four-star heart. You will be joined on board Intrepid’s TO BOOK OR INQUIRE hotel, you will take a boat trip on Lake Como, TO BOOK OR INQUIRE small ship by The Telegraph’s Head of Travel, see Lake Maggiore, and visit Bergamo and Claire Irvin, who will be with you for part of 0333 414 5374 St Moritz. You will also take a journey on the 0333 220 6823 Quote ref: G1201 Quote ref: G1201 the voyage. Claire will reveal why Croatia is Bernina Express, the spectacular Swiss railway telegraph.co.uk/tt-cicroatia telegraph.co.uk/tt-afitaly now one of Europe’s most popular destinations. that passes alpine peaks, gorges and ravines.

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Gardens ITINERARY Hakodate Sea of Aomori Japan of Japan with Day 1 Depart London Niigata Fly overnight to Tokyo S KOREA Tokyo Day 2 Arrive Tokyo Busan Osaka Adam Frost Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Karatsu Hiroshima Day 3 Tokyo Board your ultra-luxury JAPAN The ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ is an extraordinary ship Silver Muse. Spend a country that seamlessly blends the old with the day at your leisure in the new – from the neon-lit skyscrapers of Tokyo Japanese capital. B, L, D to the traditional temples and iconic geishas Day 4 Tokyo of Kyoto. On this ultra-luxury Silversea cruise, Explore Tokyo’s Rikugien Day 13 Niigata you will be joined by landscape designer and Japanese Garden or one Niigata is on the island Gardeners’ World presenter Adam Frost, who of 10 other excursions. of Honshu, the largest will give an exclusive talk and Q&A session B, L, D of the four islands that about his stellar career. You will visit Kyoto’s Meet our Day 5 Day at sea make up Japan. B, L, D Join Adam Frost for an Day 14 Aomori most magnificent gardens with Adam, and sail expert exclusive talk and Q&A Another great port for around the entire coastline in 14 days. You will session on board. B, L, D seafood, Aomori offers enjoy a pre- and post-cruise stay in Japan’s Day 6 Osaka fantastic sushi including futuristic capital, and stops in eight enthralling Explore Osaka over two Oma no Maguro (tuna ports including Busan in South Korea. days. Adam Frost will of Oma). B, L, D accompany you on exclusive excursions to gardens in Kyoto. B, L, D Day 7 Osaka Spend your second day in the region visiting the Adam Frost home of Japan’s geishas Marvel at Japan’s autumn colours Landscape designer and Unesco World and presenter Heritage Sites including Since establishing his the Kinkakuji Temple highlights own landscape design and Nijō Castle. B, L, D Day 15 Hakodate business in 1996, Adam Hakodate is a 19th-century has designed gardens port town, with sloping Exclusive activities with has been refined over Sailing in luxury around the world and streets and a dockside Adam Frost the past thousand years. with Silversea won seven gold medals historic quarter. Marvel Join Gardeners’ World There is a variety of Silversea has redefined at the Chelsea Flower at Mount Hakodate, which presenter Adam, who styles, from strolling ultra-luxury ocean travel. Show. Adam is also a rises 1,100 feet above the has won seven gold gardens to dry stone The new Silver Muse popular presenter on city. B, L, D 38 FROM £6,375*pp for 19 days medals at RHS Chelsea gardens used by Zen offers a journey like no BBC’s Gardeners’ World, 39 DATES September 25–October 13, 2019 Flower Show, for an monks for peace and other, with the highest an RHS Ambassador exclusive talk and Q&A relaxation. Some of the number of luxurious for Education and the WHAT’S INCLUDED session on board. Ask most beautiful are in suites in the Silversea founder of the Adam Day 8 Day at sea  Exclusive talk, Q&A session, drinks/dinner him your burning Kyoto, including the fleet, measuring from Frost Garden School Spot whales or book and garden visits with Adam Frost horticultural questions exquisite Saiho-ji or Moss 334 square feet to 1,970 in Lincolnshire. He is a spa treatment. B, L, D D ENS

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With soaring peaks, thundering waterfalls Visit Japan to witness one of the sporting and emerald meadows, Switzerland is a world’s most exhilarating spectacles – Rugby country of immense natural beauty. Discover World Cup 2019™. This special 22-day package the  owers of Bern’s wonderful Rosengarten a ords readers of The Telegraph the chance to MICK CLEARY before enjoying one of the country’s most explore the Land of the Rising Sun and experience Rugby correspondent delightful rail journeys aboard the Gotthard the thrill of rugby’s biggest tournament, with at The Telegraph Panorama Express to Lugano. Here you will be tickets to two quarter- nals, two semi- nals, An award-winning joined by The Telegraph gardening columnist the bronze  nal and of course, the  nal. You will journalist, Mick has been The Telegraph’s Helen Yemm, who will share her tips during be joined on the superb trip by The Telegraph’s rugby correspondent exclusive talks and Q&A sessions. She will also award-winning rugby correspondent, Mick since 1997. He is also accompany you on excursions in Lugano Cleary, and a very special surprise guest from the author of acclaimed and Ticino, including Parco delle Camelie the world of rugby. rugby books, including and the botanical gardens on the Islands Rampant Pride. Watch the action at the Rugby of Brissago. World Cup 2019™ in Japan Special guest HIGHLIGHTS Marvel at the diverse You will also be joined HIGHLIGHTS ITINERARY scenery rushing past for one evening by MEET OUR Special event your window on several a leading gure from Exclusive events Day 1 Arrive EXPERT with our experts journeys by bullet train. the world of rugby. with Helen Yemm Arrive in Bern. D Hear Mick Cleary’s expert Enjoy three days in Day 2 Bern insights at an exclusive Historic Kyoto the company of The Join our experts on tours evening event prior to Discover the ancient enjoy an optional full-day Telegraph’s gardening of the Rosengarten and the  rst semi- nal. You temples, traditional guided tour. Alternatively, columnist Helen Yemm, Botanical Gardens. B will also enjoy tips and ryokan inns, Zen rock take a bus tour of the who will join you in Day 3 Gotthard tales from our special gardens and mysterious city or visit the Imperial Lugano. Sharing her Embark on one of guest – a leading  gure Geisha of Kyoto. Palace Gardens. Before knowledge and green- Switzerland’s most scenic in the rugby world. the semi- nals kick o in  ngered tips in her usual journeys – the Gotthard Locarno, Switzerland ITINERARY Tokyo Stadium, join Mick humorous and engaging Panorama Express. 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