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2017–2018

Best Buy Hotels • Abu Dhabi • Dubai • Egypt • Greece • Jordan • Turkey • G Adventures • Intrepid Travel • Cruises Mediterranean and Middle East

Contents 2017 | 2018 Air-Inclusive Packages 2 G Adventures 3 Intrepid Travel 3 ravel Vision is proud to be associated with some of the world’s Greece 4 | 5 Tleading airlines serving the Mediterranean and Middle East. We Turkey 6 | 7 are able to offer the best value for money packages, combining very special airfares and unbelievable hotel, transfer and sightseeing rates Israel 8 | 9 for you to visit some of the most exotic destinations imaginable. Egypt 10 | 11 Dubai 12 Abu Dhabi 13 Middle East Best Buy Hotels 13 Jordan 14 Cruises 15 Terms and Conditions 16 Air-Inclusive Packages

The Best of Greece Wonders & Luxury of Oman Dubai, Family Fun 9 Nights from R34345 6 Nights from R58175 3 Nights from R24559

• Return airfare and taxes from • Return airfare and taxes from • Return airfare and taxes from Johannesburg to Athens via Dubai. Johannesburg to Muscat, via Addis Johannesburg to Dubai. • 3 Nights in Athens in 3* Hotels with Ababa. • 3 Nights at the 5* Atlantis, The Palm on breakfast. • 6 Nights in 5* Hotels with breakfast and half-board. • Half-day Athens City Tour. 2 dinners. • Full-day Aquaventure Waterpark • 1 Night each in 3* Hotels with breakfast • All private transfers and Visa. entrance. and dinner in Olympia, Delphi and • Camel ride. • 1-Day Dubai Parks and Resorts specific Kalambaka. • Sightseeing in a 4WD with an English ticket. • Sightseeing tours with English speaking speaking guide. • All private transfers and Visa. guide. • 3 Nights Iconic Aegean Cruise, in an inside cabin. Magical Istanbul Abu Dhabi, Oasis Hideaway • Meals and onboard entertainment. 5 Nights from R15165 3 Nights from R17645 • Port taxes and service fees. • Shore excursions in Kusadasi, Crete and • Return airfare and taxes from • Return airfare and taxes from Santorini. Johannesburg to Istanbul. Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. • Non-alcoholic drinks onboard the cruise. • 5 Nights at the 4* Celal Sultan Hotel • 1 Night in a 4* Hotel in Abu Dhabi. • All transfers. with breakfast. • 2 Nights at the 4* Tilal Liwa Hotel in • City Tour, with lunch. Rub’ al Khali desert. • Bosphorus Cruise. • Daily breakfast. • All transfers. • All private transfers and Visa.

Rates are per person sharing, based on lowest season with rate of exchange at the time of printing and to be regarded as a guideline only.

2 SMALL G Adventures GROUPS, BIG ADVENTURES!

■ The Best of Turkey ■ Israel Explorer ■ Highlights of Jordan 8 Days from R15939 8 Days from R26579 8 Days from R15939 Istanbul – Canakkale – Ayvalik – Selcuk – Tel Aviv – Nazareth – Tiberias – Jericho – Amman – Jerash – Dead Sea – Madaba Pamukkale – Istanbul Negev Desert – Jerusalem Mt. Nebo – Petra – Wadi Rum – Aqaba – Begin the journey at the WWI battlefield of The spiritual home to Jews, Christians, and Amman Gallipoli, then leap into Greek myths and Muslims alike. Explore the historic towns Explore ancient sites and lost cities. Overnight explore the remains of the legendary city of Bethlehem and Nazareth, tune into the in a Bedouin tent and dine with the locals of Troy before strolling along the streets of rhythm of daily life in the , visit amidst the dramatic desert scenery of Wadi Ephesus. Don’t miss the remarkable white Bedouin communities in the Negev Desert, Rum. Take in Petra’s fascinating history and cliff pools of Pamukkale before boarding a stay in a , enjoy lunch with a Druze marvel at its thrilling beauty, and relax in the comfortable and convenient flight back to family and experience a soul-stirring visit to a therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea. Basic hotel Istanbul. Return refreshed and ready to explore refugee camp. Basic hotel accommodation accommodation, 7 breakfasts and 1 dinner the city’s bazaars, mosques, and tea houses. with 1 night in a Bedouin tent, daily breakfast, as well as transportation by private van, 4x4 7 Nights in hotels with breakfast. Travel by 1 lunch and 1 dinner, with transfers between pickup truck and guided walks included. private air-conditioned van, plane and walking. destinations included. Departures: Fridays or Saturdays from Departures: Selected Saturdays from 6 May to Departures: Selected Fridays from 6 May 2017 to 28 Dec 2018. 21 Oct 2017 & 24 Mar to 20 Oct 2018. 12 May 2017 to 24 Dec 2018. Trip code: (Classic) DWHJ Trip code: (Classic) ETBT Trip code: (Classic) DOIE

Intrepid Travel

■ Mainland Greece ■ North Morocco Discovery Adventure 8 Days from R22435 9 Days from R11875 Athens – Corinth – Delphi – Meteora – Casablanca – Rabat – Volubilis – Fes – Thessaloniki – Athens Chefchaouen – Tangier – Marrakech Uncover thousands of years of civilisation Drummers, dancers, snake charmers, in Athens with a visit to the world-famous fortunetellers, jugglers and old medicine men, Acropolis and the ancient Agora. Visit the all in one place. Relive a medieval past in Fes home of the Oracle of Delphi in Apollo’s and get lost in the streets of the Medina. sanctuary, one of Greece’s most important Experience a homestay with a charming archaeological sites and be mesmerised by local family, see the vivid blue houses of the magical monasteries of Meteora, perched Chefchaouen, wander the streets of Meknes on a series of ancient rock pinnacles. 7 Nights and try a camel burger at a local restaurant, in basic hotels with daily breakfast. Travel by before you stock up on local treasures in train, public bus, private vehicle and taxi. Marrakech’s souqs. Overnight in hotels and Departures: Alternate Saturdays from sleeper train, with breakfast, 1 lunch and 13 May to 16 Sep 2017 & 21 Apr to 1 dinner. Travel by private vehicles and taxi. 15 Sep 2018. Departures: Wednesdays or Fridays from Trip code: (Original) ZMSW 5 May 2017 to 20 Apr 2018. Trip code: (Original) XMSB

Prices are in ZAR. Supplements will apply during peak periods. Please ask us for comprehensive tour itineraries.

3 Greece

xperience endless miles of aquamarine Ecoastline, sun-bleached ancient ruins, strong feta and stronger ouzo. The Greek landscape thrills, and Greek people are passionate about politics, coffee, art and gossiping. Tourists flock to the country each year to visit world- famous sites like the Parthenon in Athens, the Acropolis of Rhodes, the churches of Thessaloniki, and the Oracle of Delphi, to name but a few.

Best time to travel Summer peak season is from June to August. Late spring, from April to May and early autumn, from late August to September, are also lovely times to holiday in Greece. Visas South African passport holders do require Many visas, please check requirement for other more hotels passport holders. and tours available. Athens A charming, challenging and captivating city, with legendary attractions, many of which are conveniently located within walking distance of the Acropolis. It has a unique modern atmosphere and plenty of appeal for foodies, fashionistas and party-animals with some great restaurants, diverse shopping opportunities, and an energetic nightlife. Best Buy Hotels

Hotel ★ Twin Single Arethusa 3★ € 52 € 80 Sightseeing Tours Philippos 3★ € 64 € 105 ■ Athens City Tour € 79 ★ Acropolis Hill 3 € 69 € 113 See Constitution Square, House of Plaka Hotel 3★ € 80 € 120 Parliament, Memorial to the Unknown Hermes Hotel 3★ € 80 € 120 Soldier, National Library, Hadrian’s Arch, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Polis Grand Hotel 4★ € 43 € 75 Stadium and the Acropolis. Titania Hotel 4★ € 49 € 89 ■ Delphi € 107 President Hotel 4★ € 49 € 93 The centre of the ancient world situated Arion 4★ € 60 € 104 on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Visit Athens Electra 4★ € 67 € 118 the Treasury, the Temple of Apollo and Athenian Callirhoe 4★ € 69 € 129 the Museum showcasing masterpieces of ancient Greek sculptures. Lunch is ★ Athens Gate 4 € 104 € 194 included. Metropolitan 5★ € 64 € 119 ■ Day Cruise € 100 Divani Caravel 5★ € 93 € 172 Cruise to Hydra, Poros and Aegina with Electra Palace 5★ € 112 € 187 plenty of time to explore and swim. King George Palace 5★ € 223 € 427 Lunch is included. ■ 2 Day Delphi & Airport/Hotel/Port Transfers v.v. Private/ Meteora € 183 min 2 pax Explore the ancient site of Delphi as well ATH – Hotel € 37 as the Museum showcasing masterpieces ATH – Piraeus € 43 of ancient Greek sculptures. Dinner and overnight in Kalambaka. Visit the ageless ATH – Lavrion € 48 Monasteries of Meteora, containing Piraeus – Hotel € 20 priceless historical and religious treasures. Lavrion – Hotel € 48

Rates are per person in EURO, based on lowest season and valid from April to October 2017. Higher rates will apply during peak periods. Hotel rates include breakfast.

4 Greek Islands

he most popular way to get around and experience the magic Tof the Greek Islands is to take advantage of one of our island hopping packages. Experience the beauty, atmosphere, nightlife, food, history, sun and sea of these beautiful islands. Santorini that clings to hundreds of feet up sheer cliffs; cosmopolitan Mykonos, with its timeless windmills; Ios, the ultimate party island; historic Rhodes where Crusaders built their castle; Crete, home of one of the world´s first great civilisations and a fantastic place for hiking and touring. See page 15 Island Hopping for Celestyal Packages Cruises. 11 Days Island Escape 11 Days Aegean Charm 12 Days Greek Delight Athens – Mykonos – Santorini – Athens – Mykonos – Paros – Ios – Athens – Mykonos – Santorini – Athens Athens Crete – Athens 3 ★ Hotels Twin Single 3 ★ Hotels Twin Single 3 ★ Hotels Twin Single 1 – 31 May & 26 Sep – 20 Oct € 960 € 1500 1 – 31 May & 26 Sep – 20 Oct € 895 € 1322 1 – 31 May & 2 – 20 Oct € 1107 € 1498 1 Jun – 6 Jul & 12 – 25 Sep € 1013 € 1602 1 Jun – 6 Jul & 12 – 25 Sep € 992 € 1508 1 – 30 Jun & 22 Sep – 1 Oct € 1173 € 1595 7 – 24 Jul & 26 Aug – 11 Sep € 1132 € 1797 7 – 24 Jul & 26 Aug – 11 Sep € 1068 € 1672 1 – 22 Jul & 1 – 21 Sep € 1245 € 1723 25 Jul – 25 Aug € 1282 € 2108 25 Jul – 25 Aug € 1275 € 1867 23 Jul – 31 Aug € 1337 € 1879 4 ★ Hotels Twin Single 4 ★ Hotels Twin Single 4 ★ Hotels Twin Single 1 – 26 May & 16 Sep – 10 Oct € 1186 € 1986 1 – 28 May & 28 Sep – 31 Oct € 1030 € 1642 1 – 31 May & 1 – 15 Oct € 1454 € 2128 27 May – 2 Jul & 26 Aug – 15 Sep € 1380 € 2264 29 May – 18 Jun € 1133 € 1840 1 – 30 Jun & 16 – 30 Sep € 1493 € 2315 3 – 14 Jul € 1505 € 2470 19 Jun – 9 Jul & 31 Aug – 27 Sep € 1278 € 2240 1 – 15 Jul & 1 – 15 Sep € 1618 € 2567 15 Jul – 25 Aug € 1600 € 2757 10 Jul – 30 Aug € 1420 € 2358 16 Jul – 31 Aug € 1724 € 2662 5 ★ Hotels Twin Single 5 ★ Hotels Twin Single 5 ★ Hotels Twin Single 1 Apr – 12 May & 3 – 15 Oct € 1214 € 1969 1 Apr – 12 May & 3 – 15 Oct € 1204 € 1985 1 – 18 May & 6 – 12 Oct € 1619 € 2640 13 May – 16 Jun & 12 Sep – 2 Oct € 1407 € 2414 13 May – 16 Jun & 12 Sep – 2 Oct € 1437 € 2459 19 May – 7 Jun & 21 Sep – 5 Oct € 1869 € 3135 17 Jun – 14 Jul & 5 – 11 Sep € 1607 € 2770 17 Jun – 14 Jul & 5 – 11 Sep € 1447 € 2579 8 – 30 Jun & 28 Aug – 20 Sep € 2122 € 3675 15 – 28 Jul & 22 Aug – 4 Sep € 1699 € 3089 15 – 28 Jul & 22 Aug – 4 Sep € 1674 € 2933 1 Jul – 27 Aug € 2300 € 4059 29 Jul – 21 Aug € 1782 € 3195 29 Jul – 21 Aug € 1870 € 3129 Includes: 2 Nights in Athens, 3 Nights each in Includes: 4 Nights in Athens, 3 Nights each in Includes: 3 Nights each in Athens and Mykonos Mykonos, Santorini and Crete, with breakfast / All Mykonos and Santorini, with breakfast / All transfers and 2 nights each in Paros and Ios, with breakfast / transfers / Athens City Tour with entrance to the / Athens City Tour with entrance to the Acropolis All transfers / Athens City Tour with entrance to the Acropolis site and Museum / High speed ferry tickets site and Museum / High-speed ferry tickets between Acropolis site and Museum / High-speed ferry tickets between islands in economy class / Economy class air islands in economy class. between islands in economy class. ticket from Crete to Athens including taxes.

5 Turkey

iscover perfect west and east coast Dbeaches, ancient ruins, epic religious sites, wonderful food, glorious scenery and a resoundingly warm welcome from the famously friendly local people. Explore the Anatolian plateau to the north with its rugged mountains with ancient cities and vibrant tribal cultures.

Best time to travel April to June and September to October when it´s warm and not too hot. Istanbul is a year Best Buy Hotels round destination and the busiest period is July ★ and August as well as early September. Hotel Twin Single Centrum Hotel 3★ $36 $48 Visas Erboy Hotel 3★ $70 $133 South African passport holders do require Eresin Taksim Premier 4★ $69 $124 visas, please check requirement for other passport holders. Recital Hotel 4★ $70 $117 Celal Sultan Hotel 4★ $72 $124 Barcelo Eresin Topkapi 4★ $86 $160 Istanbul B/W Eresin Taksim Hotel 4★ $95 $154 The glorious city of Istanbul, reaches across Radisson Blue Pera Taksim 4★ $160 $319 two continents, with its old city in Europe Sightseeing Tours and modern city in Asia, separated by the Hagia Sophia Old City 5★ $63 $108 Bosphorus Strait. Visit Byzantine ruins, splendid Ottoman Hotel Imperial 5★ $81 $93 ■ Bosphorus Cruise $40 Visit the Spice Market and enjoy a palaces, ancient mosques and churches, Shangri La Bosphorus 5★ $224 $447 hamams and exotic bazaars. Modern Istanbul cruise on the Bosphorus. Transfers from exudes trendy bars, nightclubs and boutiques. Four Seasons Bosphorus 5★ $620 $1150 European side hotels are included. ■ Princes’ Island $80 Cruise to Princes’ Islands, tour the island by horse-drawn carriage, and enjoy lunch at a seafood restaurant. Transfers from European side hotels are included. ■ Mosaics of Istanbul $85 Tour of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Underground Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome and Obelisk and Grand Bazaar. Lunch, entrance tickets and transfers from European side hotels are included. ■ Istanbul by Night $88 Dinner at a first class restaurant with a belly dancing show as well as an Anatolian culture show. Transfers from Mini Tours European side hotels are included.

■ Antalya 4 Days from $282 ■ Fethiye 3 Days from $288 Airport/Hotel Transfers v.v. Private/min 2 pax Discover ancient Hellenistic and Roman A prosperous hub of the western Mediterranean IST $35 treasures, including the unspoiled ruins of and a major base for Turkish yacht (Gulet) cruises. Perge, the magnificently preserved theatre of There are a number of historic sites including Aspendos and Kursunlu Waterfalls. Wander rock tombs, dug into the cliffs by Lycians, to through Antalya’s bazaars, ancient ruins and explore. In nearby villages there are also many Rates are per person in USD, based on original harbour with its restored Ottoman historic sites including a temple to Apollo, which lowest season and valid from April to houses, small shops and wayside cafes. is a World Heritage Site. October 2017. Higher rates will apply during peak periods. Hotel rates include 3 Nights hotel accommodation, with breakfast, 2 Nights hotel accommodation, with breakfast breakfast. City taxes may apply. 2 lunches and 1 dinner. All transfers are included. and roundtrip airport transfers are included.

■ Bodrum 3 Days from $338 From the town’s crowning castle and glittering marina to its flower-filled cafes and white- plastered backstreets, this elegant holiday town on the Aegean Coast of Turkey never seems to lose its cool. Explore the ancient history of the Hittites, Persians, Greeks, Byzantines, Ottomans and other traders of the past. 2 Nights hotel accommodation, with breakfast and roundtrip airport transfers are included.

6 4 to 8 Day Gulet Cruises available. Coach Tours Ask us for rates. ■ Classics of Turkey ■ A Taste of Turkey Super Saver! 10 Days from $1595 11 Days from $645 Istanbul – Gallipoli – Canakkale – Troy – Pergamum – Kusadasi – Pamukkale – Many Istanbul – Ankara – Cappadocia – Hierapolis – Gocek/Fethiye – Lycian Coast – more hotels Pamukkale – Kusadasi – Pergamum – Troy and tours Canakkale – Gallipoli – Istanbul Marmaris available. Enjoy a City Tour of Istanbul including Topkapi In Istanbul, tour Topkapi Palace of the Ottoman Palace, Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque and the Sultans between 1453-1852, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar. Travel to Ankara and visit the once the centre of chariot racing, the Blue Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, which holds Mosque, St. Sophia and the Grand Bazaar, ■ Best of Turkey and the most valuable collection of Hittite artifacts the world’s largest and oldest covered market Greece in the world, as well as the Mausoleum of with over 60 streets. Depart for Gallipoli, the 11 Days from $2195 Ataturk. Explore the volcanic valleys, fairy site of many battles during WW1. Visit Troy, chimneys and caves in Cappadocia. Visit famous for its wooden horse, before arriving Istanbul – Gallipoli – Canakkale – Troy – Goreme, Avanos, Pasabagi and the Red in Asclepion for lunch at a local village. Pergamum – Izmir – Rhodes – Santorini – Crete – Athens Valley. See the Cotton Fortress, with white Continue to Pergamum and visit the Medical lime cascades formed by hot mineral springs Centre. Travel to Ephesus and explore the Enjoy a full day City Tour of Istanbul including in Pamukkale, the ruins of the Roman health 2000 year-old marble streets, a theatre, the Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, spa of Hierapolis and the famous mausoleum library of Celsius, a gymnasium, St. John’s St. Sophia and the Grand Bazaar. Depart of the Sufi philosopher Mevlana. Travel to Basilica and Hadrian’s Temple and visit Virgin for Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Ephesus and explore the 2000 year-old marble Mary’s stone cottage. Drive through lush Cemetery and Chunuk Bair, then across the streets, a theatre, the library of Celsius, a valleys to Pamukkale the Cotton Fortress, with Dardanelles to Canakkale. Visit Troy, famous gymnasium, St. John’s Basilica and Hadrian’s white lime cascades formed by hot mineral for its wooden horse, before arriving in Temple and visit Virgin Mary’s stone cottage. springs. Visit ruins of the Roman health Asclepion for lunch at a local village. Continue See Troy’s famous wooden horse, before spa of Hierapolis and enjoy a swim in your to Pergamum and visit the Medical Centre. In arriving in Asclepion for lunch at a local village. hotel’s thermal pool. Board a yacht in Gocek Izmir, see the famous ruins of Ephesus and St. Depart for Gallipoli, the site of many battles or Fethiye and sail the beautiful bays of the Mary’s Cottage. Transfer to the pier at Kusadasi during WW1. Return to Istanbul for a farewell Lycian coast, surrounded by high-forested hills. and embark on a cruise ship, sailing the Greek dinner. 10 Nights hotel accommodation with Disembark in Marmaris where your tour ends. Islands, which include Rhodes, Santorini breakfast, 1 lunch, 8 dinners, all transfers, 7 Nights hotel accommodation, 2 nights on and Crete. Explore these islands at leisure or sightseeing in a deluxe motor coach with an board a Gulet Yacht with daily breakfast, pre book optional guided sightseeing tours. English speaking guide and entrance fees to 3 lunches and 6 dinners, all transfers, Disembark in Athens, followed by a tour of sites are included. Optional tours are available, sightseeing in a deluxe motor coach with an the famed Acropolis with its dominating view please ask for details and prices. English speaking guide and entrance fees to and site of the renowned Parthenon as well Departures: Fridays from 7 April to sites are included. as a visit to the Acropolis Museum. 7 Nights 3 November 2017. Departures: Thursdays from 4 May to hotel accommodation and 3 nights on board 26 October 2017. a cruise, with daily breakfast, 3 lunches and 5 dinners, all transfers, sightseeing with an English speaking guide and entrance fees are included. Mini Tours Departures: Thursdays from 6 April to 26 October 2017. ■ Istanbul & Cappadocia ■ Istanbul & Aegean 6 Days from $675 6 Days from $694 Istanbul – Kayseri – Cappadocia Istanbul – Pergamum – Asclepion – Izmir – A City Tour in Istanbul takes you to Topkapi Kusadasi Palace, residence of Ottoman sultans, The In Istanbul a City Tour takes you to Topkapi Hippodrome, site of chariot races, The Blue Palace, residence of Ottoman sultans, The Mosque, famous for its colourful ceramics, Hippodrome, site of chariot races, The Blue Underground Cistern and Saint Sophia, Mosque, famous for its colourful ceramics, decorated with ancient frescoes. Visit the Underground Cistern and Saint Sophia, covered Bazaar with over 3000 shops and take decorated with ancient frescoes. Visit the a Bosphorus Cruise. Fly to Kayseri and visit covered Bazaar with over 3000 shops and Rose Valley, one of the most beautiful valleys take a Bosphorus Cruise. Fly to Izmir and visit in Cappadocia. Explore the famous rock-cut Pergamum’s ancient acropolis, home to the churches by hiking through the valley, rest in Altar of Zeus and the Roman Medical Center Cavusin, an old Greek village, known for its of Asclepion, work site of the great physician, Christian houses and churches. Lunch is at Galen. Travel to Ephesus and explore the 2000 Ortahisar Castle, where storage caves can also year-old marble streets, a theatre, the library of be observed. In the afternoon visit Kaymakli Celsius, a gymnasium, St. John’s Basilica and Underground City where early Christians lived. Hadrian’s Temple and visit Virgin Mary’s stone You may also like to taste Cappadocia wine in cottage. 5 Nights hotel accommodation, with a local winery. 5 Nights hotel accommodation breakfast, 3 Lunches, all transfers, sightseeing with breakfast, 3 lunches, all transfers, sight- with an English speaking guide and entrance seeing with an English speaking guide and fees are included. entrance fees are included. Departures: Daily from 1 April to Departures: Daily from 1 April to 15 November 2017. 15 November 2017.

Rates are per person sharing in USD, based on lowest season. Higher rates will apply during peak periods. Domestic flights mentioned are not included in the rates.

7 Israel

destination with outstanding archaeological, religious and cultural attractions as well as Aspectacular scenery. Scuba dive in the Gulf of Eilat with its magnificent coral reefs, or hike the trails in the forest of the . Israel’s three main cities are Jerusalem, its capital, Tel Aviv, an international metropolis, and Haifa, a major port and industrial center. Rural tourism in kibbutzim and other community villages, offer guests vacations far from the cities in a rustic atmosphere.

Best time to travel Visas A year round destination best visited during South African passport holders do not require May, June and October when the weather is visas, please check requirement for other perfect, with not too many tourists. passport holders. Tel Aviv A vibrant modern city that never sleeps, best known for its sun-drenched beaches, pumping nightclubs, designer shopping, crowded street markets and high culture. Best Buy Hotels Hotel ★ Twin Single Sightseeing Tours Deborah Hotel 3★ $57 $96 Tel Aviv Mercure Tel Aviv 3★ $99 $177 Art Plus 3★ $100 $178 ■ Jerusalem Old & New City $95 Center Chic 3★ $105 $187 See the main sights of the Old City as well Prima Tel Aviv 3★ $133 $266 as Yad Vashem, the international center in Grand Beach 4★ $87 $147 commemoration of the Jewish Holocaust. Metropolitan 4★ $129 $208 ■ Nazareth, Tiberias & Panorama 4★ $144 $273 the Sea of Galilee $95 Visit historical sites and Sea of Galilee on Isrotel Tower 4★ $146 $293 this full day excursion. Dan Tel Aviv 5★ $175 $365 ■ ★ & David InterContinental 5 $198 $396 the Dead Sea $121 Sheraton Tel Aviv 5★ $201 $402 Visit the ancient fortress and palace built by King Herod in Masada. See the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found Jerusalem and float in the mineral-rich Dead Sea, A spiritual centre, holy to the three great monotheistic faiths, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, the lowest place on earth! with a humbling and fascinating combination of ancient history and sacred religious sites. The Old City is one of the most atmospheric ancient enclaves remaining in the world, with winding old Jerusalem streets, ancient fortifications and an almost tangible sense of history. The city also boasts modern museums and art galleries. ■ Jerusalem Old & New City $76 See the main sights of the Old City as Best Buy Hotels well as Yad Vashem, the international center in commemoration of the Jewish Hotel ★ Twin Single Holocaust. Capitol Hotel 3★ $63 $126 ■ ★ Jerusalem & Dan Boutique Hotel 4 $97 $193 Bethlehem $111 Leonardo Hotel 4★ $102 $176 Walk through the Old City of Jerusalem Dan Panorama 4★ $127 $254 and visit Bethlehem, where according to Ramat Rachel 4★ $163 $326 Christian tradition was the birthplace of Airport/Hotel Transfers v.v. Private/min 2 pax Jesus Christ. Dan Jerusalem 4★ $164 $328 TLV – Hotels $35 ■ Olive Tree 4★ $181 $359 Masada & TLV – Jerusalem $62 the Dead Sea $112 ★ 7 Kook Boutique Hotel 4 $284 $568 Visit the ancient fortress and palace built Grand Court Hotel 4★ $503 $1006 by King Herod in Masada. See the caves Rates are per person in USD, based on Inbal Jerusalem 5★ $174 $327 lowest season and valid from April 2017 where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found to February 2018. Higher rates will apply and float in the mineral-rich Dead Sea, Leonardo Plaza Hotel 5★ $296 $592 during peak periods. Hotel rates include the lowest place on earth! David Citadel 5★ $531 $1062 breakfast.

8 Coach Tours ■ Jewish Heritage Tour 10 Days from $2058 Many Tel Aviv – Caesarea – Haifa – Acre – Rosh more hotels Hanikra – Safed – Golan Heights – Tel Hai – and tours Beit Shean – Beit Alpha – Gan Hashlosha – available. Jerusalem – – Masada – Dead Sea Tel Aviv Explore the ancient Roman ruins in Caesarea, see the Bahai Temple and Persian Gardens in Haifa and view the underwater grottoes of Rosh Hanikra. Explore the mystical city of Safed and take a Jeep tour to the Golan Heights. Drive to Tel-Hai to see the “Roaring Lion” monument. View the Roman ruins of Beit Alpha and Beit Shean. Visit Gan Hashlosha N.P. with its warm spring water pools and waterfalls. Continue via the Jordan valley to Jerusalem with a stop at Mount Scopus. Visit the Tomb of King David on Mt. Zion, walk along the Cardo in Jerusalem’s Old City and learn about the history of Jerusalem at the Citadel Museum. See the ■ Holyland Tour Bar-Mitzvah ceremonies at the Kotel, drive through Mea Shearim, one of the oldest Jewish 8 Days from $1285 areas in Jerusalem and learn about the unique Tel Aviv – Caesarea – Muhraka – Megiddo lifestyle of the ultra-orthodox communities. Acre – Tiberias – – – Proceed to Mount Herzl, the military cemetery, Cana – Nazareth – Beit Shean – Jerusalem – see the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament and explore Qumran – Masada – Dead Sea – Jerusalem the treasures at the Israel Museum. Tour Yad Tel Aviv Vashem, Israel’s memorial to the Holocaust. View the ancient Roman ruins in Caesarea, Drive through the Judean desert to the Dead travel to Acre via Megiddo to visit the Sea, the lowest point on earth. Visit Qumran, remarkable underground Crusader City, a where the Dead Sea scrolls were found and UNESCO WHS. Tour Tiberias, take a boat ride learn the stories of King Herod’s desert palace on the Sea of Galilee, see the remains of the at Masada. Stop for lunch and Spa facilities at 2nd century synagogue in Capernaum and one of the leading Dead Sea hotels. 7 Nights proceed to Mount of Beatitudes. Explore Cana, in tourist class hotels with breakfast, 2 nights the Church of Annunciation in Nazareth, stop at a Kibbutz on half-board basis, all transfers, at Beit Shean to see the newly excavated sightseeing in a deluxe coach with an English Roman city. Travel along the Jordan Valley to speaking guide and entrance fees to sites are ■ Classic Tour Jerusalem with guided tours of the old and included. new city. See highlights such as Mount of Departures: Fridays from 5 May 2017 to 10 Days from $1869 Olives, King David’s Tomb, walk along the Via 23 February 2018. Tel Aviv – Caesarea – Megiddo – Druze Dolorosa and the oriental Bazaar to visit the Village – Haifa – Safed – Golan Heights – Church of Holy Sepulchre. Tour Yad Vashem, Sea of Galilee – Nazareth – Jerusalem – Israel’s memorial to the Holocaust, explore Discover the beauty of Petra’s Qumran – Masada – Dead Sea – Jerusalem the treasures at the Israel Museum, learn the ancient Nabatean wonders Tel Aviv stories of King Herod’s desert palace at Masada A visit to Jordan is the perfect addition to Visit the Roman ruins in Caesarea, enjoy lunch and enjoy an unsinkable float in the Dead Sea. your Israel tour. Choose from a single day at a Druze village, see the Bahai Gardens in 7 Nights in tourist class hotels and Kibbutz on excursion to Petra from Eilat or extend your Haifa, explore the roots of Kabbalah in the half-board basis, all transfers, sightseeing in a time in Jordan with 2 or 3 night options. mystical city of Safed and enjoy a wine tour deluxe coach with an English speaking guide ■ at the Golan Winery. Proceed to Nazareth, and entrance fees to sites are included. Pearls of the South Tiberias and Capernaum, where Jesus Departures: Sundays or Wednesdays from 3 Days from $915 preached, in the Galilee. Explore old and new 3 May 2017 to 28 February 2018. Jerusalem – Eilat – Petra – Tel Aviv Jerusalem with highlights such as the Mount Travel through the Negev Desert, visit the of Olives, the Tomb of King David and the copper mines and King Solomon’s pillars Room of the Last Supper on Mt. Zion. Enter in Timna. In Eilat, see the underwater the walled city and walk through the newly observatory marine park, the first of its kind restored Jewish quarter. Visit the Roman in the world. Spend a day in Petra, famous Cardo, the Herodian quarter and continue to for its massive rock architecture and learn the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa the legacy of the Nabateans. Visit Mitzpe to the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Continue Ramon’s crater, a geological wonder and Sde to Bethlehem and view Rachel’s tomb, the Boker, where Ben Gurion’s hut and grave Church of Nativity and Manger’s Square. Tour overlooks the magnificent Zin valley. Take a Yad Vashem, Israel’s memorial to the Holocaust camel ride, visit an authentic Bedouin tent, and in the evening enjoy a spectacular Sound with lunch included and see the Airforce and Light show with dinner. Learn the stories Museum in Htzerim. 2 Nights in tourist class of King Herod’s desert palace at Masada and hotels with breakfast is included. float in the Dead Sea. 7 Nights in tourist class A Jordan visa is required. hotels with breakfast, 2 nights at a Kibbutz on Departures: Sundays from May 2017 to half-board basis, all transfers, sightseeing in a December 2017. deluxe coach with an English speaking guide and entrance fees to sites are included. Rates are per person sharing in USD, Departures: Fridays from 5 May 2017 to based on lowest season. Higher rates will 23 February 2018. apply during peak periods.

9 Egypt

rom the mysterious and awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza, to the Nile’s , to the F3,000-year-old temples of Abu Simbel and the beguilingly beautiful Coptic Cairo, those with an interest in ancient civilisation will find themselves in seventh heaven while on holiday in Egypt. Sightseeing Tours

Best time to travel Cairo Cairo Hot and dry from May to October. Best to ■ Coptic Cairo $42 Cairo is a busy, messy, noisy and delightful explore Egypt during the cooler months of Explore old Cairo’s churches, Coptic city, which enchants visitors with its ancient November to April. Museum, Ben Ezra synagogue and shop treasures and challenges them with its modern at Khan El Khalili Bazaar. riotousness. The ‘Mother of all Cities’ is full of Visas great restaurants and thrilling archaeological South African passport holders do require ■ Sound & Light Show $43 sites; it is the doorstep to one of the most visas, please check requirement for other State-of-art technology of lighting and intriguing tourist destinations in the world. passport holders. laser projection used to bring to life the mysteries of the Pharaonic Egyptian Best Buy Hotels civilisation. ■ Memphis & Sakkara $62 Hotel ★ Twin Single See Memphis, Egypt’s former capital, Grand Pyramids 4★ $22 $37 once the cultural center of the ancient world and the ancient Step Pyramid of Pyramids Park Resort 4★ $25 $43 Djoser in Sakkara. The Oasis Resort Pyramids 4★ $27 $48 ■ Cairo City Tour $110 Mercure Le Sphinx 4★ $32 $50 Visit of the Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Ramses Hilton 4★ $69 $118 museum, Citadel and Khan El Khalili Novotel Hotel El Borg 4★ $79 $132 Bazaar. Mövenpick Pyramids 5★ $38 $63 Sharm el-Sheikh Le Meridien Pyramids 5★ $53 $97 ■ Bedouin Dinner $83 Farimont Nile City 5★ $103 $172 Learn about Bedouin life, ride a camel Mena House 5★ $132 $234 and enjoy the scenery of the Wadi Mandar, virgin desert of Sinai. Dinner and Kempinski Nile Hotel 5★ $134 $242 soft drinks are included. Semiramis InterContinental 5★ $145 $269 ■ St. Catherine & Dahab $119 Sofitel El Gezira 5★ $177 $325 Visit St. Catherine Monastery with lunch included and walk along the beach in Dahab, Sharm el-Sheikh ■ Coloured Canyon $153 Besides excellent diving and snorkelling, which are the main activities, there are plenty of A jeep tour and some hiking through the watersports available as well as a vibrant nightlife with casinos, discos and nightclubs, a huge magnificent rock formations. Stop for variety of dining options and for avid shoppers, try the old market for both local and foreign lunch in Nuweiba and swim in the Gulf products, including jewellery, leather goods, clothing, pottery and books. of Aqaba. Best Buy Hotels

Hotel ★ Twin Single Airport/Hotel Transfers v.v. Private/min 2 pax Sierra Resort Hotel # 4★ $77 $124 CAI $22 Hilton Fayrouz 4★ $89 $178 SSH $18 Marriott Beach Resort 5★ $72 $144 Savoy 5★ $90 $138 Rates are per person sharing in USD, based on lowest season and valid from Royal Savoy 5★ $214 $310 April to October 2017. Higher rates will Four Seasons Resort 5★ $222 $442 apply during peak periods. Hotel rates include breakfast. # All Inclusive.

10 Nile Cruises Many more hotels and tours available.

iscover the ancient wonders of Upper Egypt onboard a modern cruise ship. The Nile River has Dbeen Egypt’s lifeline since ancient times and there is no better way to trace the passage of Egypt’s history than to follow the course of the Nile. Cruise ships offer 3, 4, 6 or 7 night cruises between Luxor and Aswan or vice versa, with guided land excursions by Egyptologists, exploring the landmark temples, tombs and ruins in the region. Visit sites such as the Philae Temple, High Dam, Edfu and Kom Ombo temples, The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank. All meals, leisure activities and evening entertainment are included. Cairo & Nile Cruise Packages 6 Days The Best of Egypt 8 Days Classic Egypt 8 Days Splendid Egypt Cairo – Alexandria – Cairo – Aswan – Cairo – Luxor – Aswan – Cairo Cairo – Aswan – Luxor – Cairo Luxor – Cairo 3 ★ Hotels Twin Single 3 ★ Hotels Twin Single 3 ★ Hotels Twin Single 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $537 $697 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $603 $798 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $607 $725 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $548 $712 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $615 $814 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $619 $740 4 ★ Hotels Twin Single 4 ★ Hotels Twin Single 4 ★ Hotels Twin Single 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $569 $753 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $625 $837 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $632 $767 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $580 $768 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $638 $853 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $644 $782 5 ★ Hotels Twin Single 5 ★ Hotels Twin Single 5 ★ Hotels Twin Single 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $965 $1458 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $888 $1303 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $897 $1239 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $985 $1488 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $905 $1329 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $915 $1265 Includes: 3 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Includes: 2 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Pyramids Includes: 2 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum and Khan and Sphinx Tour with entrance fees / Visit a Papyrus Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum Tour with el- Khalili Bazaar Tour with entrance fees and lunch Institute and museum, perfumery and jewellery shop entrance fees and lunch / Full day tour of Alexandria / Visit a Papyrus Institute and museum, perfumery / 2 Nights onboard the sleeper train from Cairo to with lunch / Dinner in Cairo / Flights from Cairo to and jewellery shop / Flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan and Luxor to Cairo on half board basis / Aswan and Luxor to Cairo (not included in rates) / Aswan to Cairo (not included in rates) / 4 Nights 3 Nights onboard a Nile cruise ship on full board 3 Nights onboard a Nile cruise ship on full board onboard a Nile cruise ship on full board basis with basis with private sightseeing tours / Meet and assist basis with private sightseeing tours / Horse-drawn private sightseeing tours / Meet and assist with all with all transfers. carriage ride to the Temple of Horus / Shop at Khan transfers. el-Khalili bazaar, with dinner at a local restaurant / Meet and assist with all transfers. Cairo & Red Sea Packages 7 Days Red Sea Delight 7 Days Red Sea Jewel Cairo – Hurghada – Cairo Cairo – Sharm El-Sheikh – Cairo 4 ★ Hotels Twin Single 4 ★ Hotels Twin Single 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $274 $368 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $288 $407 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $279 $374 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $293 $413 5 ★ Hotels Twin Single 5 ★ Hotels Twin Single 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $378 $520 1 May – 30 Jun 2017 $362 $527 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $385 $530 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2017 $369 $537 Includes: 3 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Private Includes: 3 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Private Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum Tour with Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum Tour with entrance fees / 3 Nights in Hurghada on half board entrance fees / 3 Nights in Sharm El-Sheikh on All basis / Meet and assist with all transfers / Domestic Inclusive basis / Meet and assist with all transfers / airfare from Cairo to Hurghada (not included). Domestic airfare from Cairo to Sharm El-Sheikh (not included).

11 UAE

Best time to travel The hottest months are from June to September, with hotels offering lower rates. High season is from November to March. Visas South African passport holders do require visas, issued by Travel Vision. Please check Dubai requirements for other passport holders. From desert oases and unspoiled beaches, camel races and old wind towers, to top-class shopping opportunities, avant-garde architecture and the finest international cuisine, Dubai has Sightseeing Tours more than enough to satisfy even the most seasoned of travellers. Dubai’s theme parks, water parks and playgrounds cater to just about any child’s needs. Visit Dubai, where historic ■ Dubai City Tour $45 culture, modern skyscrapers, exotic markets and beautiful beaches become the crossroads for an Cross Dubai Creek by boat, see Bastakiya, unbeatable holiday. Dubai Museum, the Spice Market and Gold Souk, Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Mosque. ■ Dhow Dinner Cruise $64 A relaxing dinner cruise, with soft drinks and transfers included. ■ Hop-on Hop-off City Tour $73 Get fascinated by the city’s history, with over 40 stops and access to guided walking tours. ■ Desert Safari & BBQ Dinner $82 Dune bashing in a 4x4, dine under the stars in an authentic Bedouin camp and dance to the rhythm of Arabic music. ■ Palm Island Sea Best Buy Hotels Cruise $108 Cruise around Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Hotel ★ Twin Single Hotel ★ Twin Single Arab, Dubai Marina and the “The World” City Max Bur Dubai 3★ $35 $70 Vida Downtown 4★ $153 $269 Islands. Transfers included. ★ ★ City Max Al Barsha 3 $40 $80 Manzil Downtown 4 $162 $288 ■ Modern Dubai $129 Ibis Al Barsha 3★ $44 $77 Damac Maison Cour Jardin 5★ $85 $170 See Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Ibis World Trade Centre 3★ $45 $70 Grand Hyatt Dubai 5★ $95 $190 Atlantis-The Palm Hotel, Souk Madinat Arabian Park Hotel 3★ $55 $100 Crown Plaza Dubai 5★ $108 $216 Jumeirah and the observation deck of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building Golden Sands Apartments 3★ $55 $110 Hilton Jumeirah Beach 5★ $114 $228 and Dubai Mall. Four Points by Sheraton ★ 4★ $53 $88 Sheraton Jumeirah Beach 5 $119 $209 Downtown ENTRANCE TICKETS ONLY Sofitel Jumeirah Beach 5★ $120 $240 Golden Tulip Al Barsha 4★ $55 $110 ■ Aquarium & Underwater Zoo $22 Taj Dubai 5★ $132 $264 ■ Holiday Inn Bur Dubai 4★ $55 $110 Ski Dubai – Polar Pass $70 Park Hyatt 5★ $135 $270 ■ Ferrari World – Bronze Pass $82 Arabian Courtyard 4★ $59 $100 The Oberoi 5★ $136 $235 ■ IMG World of Adventures $88 Radisson Blu Media City 4★ $59 $118 ■ Aquaventure & Lost Chambers $93 Nikki Beach Resort & Spa 5★ $147 $294 Mercure Gold Hotel 4★ $62 $105 ■ Dubai Parks & Resorts Le Royal Meridien Beach Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh 5★ $169 $338 1-day Trio Pass $148 4★ $66 $113 Resort & Spa Zayed Road Jumeirah Mina A Salam 5★ $342 $684 Hilton Garden Inn 4★ $70 $140 ★ Airport/Hotel/Transfers Private/ Mall of Emirates Jumeirah Al Qasr 5 $395 $790 v.v. Shuttle min 2 pax ★ Conrad Dubai 4★ $89 $175 One & Only, The Palm 5 $430 $772 DXB–City $18 $27 ★ Flora Grand 4★ $98 $186 Atlantis, The Palm 5 $507 $1014 DXB–Jumeirah $22 $32

Rates are per person in USD, based on lowest season and valid from April to December 2017. Higher rates will apply during peak periods. Hotel rates include breakfast. City taxes may apply.

12 Many more hotels and tours available.

Sightseeing Tours

■ Abu Dhabi City Tour $42 See highlights such as the trendy Best Buy Hotels Corniche, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi Union Square, Heritage Village, the port With its awesome glass skyscrapers that reflect Hotel ★ Twin Single of Jebel Ali and Marina Mall. the bustle of daily life, magnificent buildings ★ such as the Emirates Palace, its lively Souqs, Le Meridien 4 $45 $90 ■ Desert Safari excellent international restaurants and its Southern Sun Hotel City 4★ $50 $85 & BBQ Dinner $77 long stretches of white beaches lapped by the Crowne Plaza Yas Island 4★ $66 $132 Dune bashing in a 4x4, dine under the crystal clear waters of The Gulf, Abu Dhabi is a stars in an authentic Bedouin camp and Traders Qaryat Al Beri 4★ $83 $166 city of outstanding contrasts. dance to the rhythm of Arabic music. Yas Island Rotana 5★ $69 $123 ■ Al Ain City Tour $152 Sheraton Hotel & Resort 5★ $70 $140 See the greenest area of the UAE as well Yas Viceroy 5★ $127 $215 as a visit to the Al Ain Museum. Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri 5★ $154 $308 St. Regis Saadiyat Island 5★ $162 $270 ENTRANCE TICKETS ONLY Park Hyatt Saadiyat Island 5★ $163 $283 ■ Yas Waterworld – Bronze Pass $74 ■ Ferrari World – Bronze Pass $82

Middle East Airport/Hotel Transfers Shuttle Private/ v.v. min 2 pax Best Buy Hotels AUH $17 $28

Hotel ★ Twin Single Hotel ★ Twin Single BAHRAIN OMAN Manama Muscat Monroe Hotel 4★ $47 $82 Hotel Al Madinah Holiday 4★ $71 $112 Ramada Hotel 4★ $59 $118 Millennium Resort Mussanah 4★ $83 $165 Elite Resort & Spa 4★ $99 $198 InterContinental 5★ $125 $250 Sheraton Bahrain 5★ $102 $187 QATAR The Westin 5★ $156 $312 Doha CYPRUS Ramada Encore Doha 4★ $50 $100 Larnaca Al Liwan Suites 4★ $54 $108 Princess Beach 4★ $39 $59 Copthorne Hotel 5★ $49 $100 Palm Beach Hotel & Bungalows 4★ $51 $89 InterContinental 5★ $116 $230 Sun Hall 4★ $57 $97 St. Regis Doha 5★ $184 $327 Golden Bay Resort 5★ $155 $309 SAUDI ARABIA KUWAIT Jeddah Kuwait Ambassador Suites 4★ $64 $128 Swiss-Belhotel Plaza 4★ $90 $158 Red Sea Palace 4★ $78 $155 Al Jahra Copthorne 4★ $100 $198 Sheraton Hotel 5★ $114 $227 Al Manshar Rotana 5★ $100 $199 Riyadh Mövepick Hotel 5★ $192 $345 Hilton Garden Inn 4★ $54 $105 Mira Hotel 4★ $54 $105 Beirut Executives Hotel Olaya 4★ $127 $228 Le Commodare 5★ $50 $100 Gefinor Rotana 5★ $66 $132 Rates are per person in USD, based on lowest season and valid from April to December Four Points by Sheraton 5★ $85 $155 2017. Higher rates will apply during peak periods. Hotel rates include breakfast. City taxes may apply.

13 Jordan

land of mesmerizing beauty and contrast, from the fertile Jordan Valley to the immense Aand remote desert canyons. Visitors can explore splendid desert castles, gaze in awe at the haunting wilderness of Wadi Rum, or bathe in the restful waters of the Red Sea.

Many more hotels and tours available.

Sightseeing Tours

■ Amman City Tour $32 Explore the Citadel of Philadelphia, ancient Amman, and see how layers of archaeological remains can make a mountain of knowledge. ■ Desert Castles $52 See beautiful early Islamic art and Best time to travel architecture, with fine mosaics, frescoes, Amman March to May when days are warm and nights stone and stucco carvings. Visit Qasr One of the oldest cities in the world that are cooler. Al-Kharraneh, Qusair Amra and Al-Azrak offers modern facilities, historical attractions Castle. and a longstanding tradition of hospitality is Visas ■ Jerash & Ajlun $90 an excellent base from which to explore the South African passport holders do require Explore the hidden beauty of Jerash, a surrounds and the rest of the country. At the visas, please check requirement for other Greco-Roman site and Ajlun’s Islamic heart of downtown is the Ottoman-style King passport holders. castle where the hill was a stopover Hussein Mosque, where the buzz and bustle for the pigeon post, which could relay is most interesting. Streets are filled with the messages from Baghdad to Cairo in essence of Arabia, exotic smells and rows of Best Buy Hotels 12 hours. glittering treasures in the souq amid the noise of frenetic haggling. Hotel ★ Twin Single Grand Palace 4★ $53 $105 Airport/Hotel Transfers v.v. Private/min 2 pax ★ Days Inn Hotel Suites 4 $63 $98 AMM $18 Regency Palace 5★ $70 $140 Holiday Inn Amman 5★ $73 $145 ■ The Best of Jordan Kempinski Amman 5★ $85 $170 7 Days from $1198 Crowne Plaza 5★ $94 $187 Amman – Jerash – Petra – Madaba – Amman Marriott 5★ $95 $190 Mt. Nebo – Dead Sea – Amman Millennium Hotel 5★ $97 $194 Explore ancient sights and lost cities, such as Jerash, one of the best preserved roman cities in the world and visit the Ajlun Castle as well as Umm Qais. Travel to the unique site of Bethany where Jesus was baptised. Visit Mount Nebo and the Christian town of Madaba ‘The City of Masaics’. Take in Petra’s fascinating history and marvel at its thrilling beauty, one of Jordan’s national treasures and a UNESCO WHS. Take a 2-hour Jeep tour to explore the vast and beautiful Wadi Rum where winds have carved a maze of monolithic rockscapes that rise up from the desert floor. Transfer to the lowest point on earth and relax in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea. 2 Nights each in Amman, Petra and the Dead Sea in 4* hotels with breakfast, all private transfers with an English speaking driver and guided sightseeing tours with entrance fees are included. Departures: Daily from 1 April to 31 December 2017.

Rates are per person sharing in USD, based on lowest season. Higher rates will apply during peak periods.

14 Please contact us for pre- and post- Cruises cruise tours, latest prices ow more than ever, people are discovering the all-inclusive pleasures of a and special cruise Ncruise vacation. These cruises will ensure you make the most of your time offers. in the Mediterranean. Western Mediterranean: Includes the best of cosmopolitan Europe, ideal for art and history lovers who wish to explore the region’s landmarks, beaches, cafes and boutique shops as well as excursion to the winemaking villages of the French countryside. Discover the glamour of the French Riviera in Monte Carlo, cycle through the pretty streets of Barcelona, visit the Baroque cathedral in Valletta and walk the ancient cobbled streets of Cadiz. Eastern Mediterranean: Whether you want to stand atop the Acropolis in Athens, explore the ancient gateways of Dubrovnik’s old town, or delve into the bazaars of lively Istanbul, Mediterranean cruises promise to serve up a bumper dose of culture and care-free fun. It is a treasure trove for history lovers and best visited from May to October. Middle East: See some of the world’s most ancient sites. On a cruise to Dubai, you will fast-forward to the 21st-century, with modern skyscrapers and supersized malls. In nearby Abu Dhabi you can explore one of the biggest mosques ever built and take a ride on a super fast rollercoaster. There are also plenty of desert-themed experiences like dune bashing and camel rides. Cruise from January to March. ■ Middle East (Costa Neo Riviera) 7 Nights from $569 • Dubai, UAE • Muscat, Oman • Khasab, Oman • Abu Dhabi, UAE • Dubai, UAE ■ Western Mediterranean (Costa Diadema) 7 Nights from $679 • Savona, Italy • Marseilles, France • Barcelona, Spain • Palma de Mallorca, Spain • Cagliari, Italy • Civitavecchia, Italy • Savona, Italy ■ Iconic Aegean ■ Western Mediterranean (M/V Celestyal Olympia) (Freedom of the Sea) ■ Idyllic Aegean 4 Days from $1015 7 Nights from $969 (M/V Celestyal Nefeli) • Athens, Greece • Barcelona, Spain 3 Days from $600 • Mykonos, Greece • Marseilles, France • Athens, Greece • Kusadasi, Turkey • Nice, France • Mykonos, Greece • Patmos, Greece • La Spezia, Italy • Kusadasi, Turkey • Rhodes, Greece • Civitavecchia, Italy • Samos, Greece • Crete, Greece • Naples, Italy • Milos, Greece • Santorini, Greece • At sea • Athens, Greece • Athens, Greece • Barcelona, Spain ■ Eastern Mediterranean (Rhapsody of the Seas) 7 Nights from $1025 • Venice, Italy • Dubrovnik, Croatia • At sea • Kusadasi, Turkey • Santorini, Greece • Katakolon, Greece • At sea • Venice, Italy

Rates to be regarded as a guideline only, based on per person sharing a lowest category stateroom.

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