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ANCIENT CULTURES and HIDDEN WONDERS AROUND the WORLD ANCIENT CULTURES and HIDDEN WONDERS AROUND THE WORLD A PRIVATE JET EXPEDITION JANUARY 19 – FEBRUARY 10, 2018 COLLECT A LIFETIME OF MOMENTS IN A SINGLE JOURNEY. Moments you will continue to live—long after the trinkets have been recycled, the photographs faded and the pages cracked and torn. The journey in these pages is made for explorers who understand travel’s real value, for those who never settle for second best—for you. COVER: Vietnamese women in their boat, Hôi An, Vietnam THIS PAGE: Masjed-e Jame, Isfahan, Iran SEATTLE | Begin CASABLANCA, ISFAHAN, MOROCCO IRAN KYOTO, ORLANDO | End JAPAN CAIRO AND LUXOR, EGYPT HÔI AN, VIETNAM GUAYAQUIL AND GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS, ECUADOR RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL ANCIENT CULTURES and HIDDEN WONDERS AROUND THE WORLD A PRIVATE JET EXPEDITION Discover eight legendary destinations—including 10 UNESCO World Heritage sites—that have captured the imaginations of humankind on one seamless, all-inclusive journey. 23 DAYS | 52 GUESTS | ALL-INCLUSIVE January 19 – February 10, 2018 $108,950 per person, double occupancy $11,950 single supplement To reserve your space, visit TCSWorldTravel.com, call 800.454.4149 or email [email protected] “GREAT DESTINATIONS, INCREDIBLE ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND THE MOST PERSONALIZED TRAVEL COMPANY I KNOW.” - KIT SHAW TCS WORLD TRAVEL GUEST FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS, TCS WORLD TRAVEL HAS TURNED TRAVEL DREAMS INTO BREATHTAKING REALITY. TCS World Travel is the world leader in private jet expeditions. Our all-inclusive, globe-circling journeys are meticulously orchestrated, linking unique cultures, historic sites and natural wonders rarely experienced together. Our customized Boeing 757 delivers a seamless in-flight experience, flying direct without airport layovers to most destinations, including remote places hard to reach by commercial air. Our wealth of expertise and unparalleled global network of travel experts open doors to immersive experiences you can’t find anywhere else. Come with us and collect a lifetime of moments in one single journey. OPPOSITE PAGE: Traditional Vietnamese hats, Hôi An, Vietnam THIS PAGE (clockwise from top left): Fushimi Inari shrine, Kyoto, Japan; Kayaking in the Galápagos Islands; Sphinx, outside Giza, Egypt “THE TCS STAFF AND THE JET STAFF WERE ALL OUTSTANDING. EVERYTHING WAS ANTICIPATED AND PLANNED FOR. THE TOUR DELIVERED MUCH MORE THAN WHAT WAS PROMISED!” - JAMES DAHMANN TCS WORLD TRAVEL GUEST PREPARE TO BE SPOILED THE WORLD OF Redefine your expectations of air travel. Customized for just 52 guests—versus 239 on a commercial PRIVATE JET JOURNEYS aircraft—our Boeing 757 private jet flies direct even to remote locations. We eliminate hassles such as airport layovers and lengthy security lines by accessing smaller, private airports where possible. When you step aboard our private jet, you’ll instantly recognize the difference. Follow in the footsteps of great explorers, crossing miles and spanning Spacious Italian-leather flatbed seats and ample personal storage are just the beginning of your seamless centuries on the adventure of a lifetime by private jet. This journey is offered in-flight experience aboard our private jet. An executive chef prepares fresh gourmet meals and a dedicated on our custom-configured Boeing 757-200ER with seating for just 52 travelers, physician travels with you for peace of mind, while our attentive staff sees to your every need. Recline your ensuring the ultimate in comfort and convenience. seat at a touch of a button and recharge your personal electronics with in-seat power outlets and USB ports. “ALL OF OUR EXPERIENCES WERE FIRST RATE. I ESPECIALLY ENJOYED THE LECTURES. IT MADE EACH NEW COUNTRY COME ALIVE FOR ME.” - NANCY LINDAHL TCS WORLD TRAVEL GUEST LEARN AS YOU EXPLORE Knowledge is a gift of travel. Our expeditions enrich your understanding of the world by pairing immersive experiences with knowledgeable experts and local guides, who add a new perspective to your journey. We’ve invited David Keeling to accompany you throughout the trip and bring each destination to life with real- DEDICATED TO EXCELLENCE time insights into culture, history and daily life. Go beyond the destination with enriching experiences you Enjoy concierge-style service at every level, from the moment you call with inquiries to long after can’t find anywhere else—experiences that challenge, move and inspire you. you’ve returned home and unpacked your bags. Throughout your journey, a dedicated staff takes care DAVID KEELING of all the details, from handling your luggage to helping fill out your customs forms. Expect the same attention to detail at every stop, where you stay in some of the world’s best-available properties—each David Keeling is a professor and head of Western Kentucky University’s selected for its service, amenities and proximity to sights. Your luggage is delivered directly to your Department of Geography and Geology. His research interests include the hotel room and charming local gifts welcome you to each new destination. geography of exploration and discovery, regional development, environmental change and geopolitics. Professor Keeling has published widely on these issues OPPOSITE PAGE: Karnak Temple, Luxor, Egypt THIS PAGE (clockwise from left): Four Seasons Resort the Nam Hai, Vietnam; attentive service; gourmet meals and has visited more than 175 countries. He has joined more than 10 TCS World Travel trips, elucidating each location with engaging anecdotes and knowledge. BEGIN THE JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME THIS PAGE: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Arrive in Seattle on your independent flight. Surrounded by mountains, water and evergreen forests, Seattle’s abundant natural beauty is matched only by its wealth of urban attractions. JANUARY 19 – 20 From the Four Seasons Hotel Seattle’s prime location, ACCOMMODATIONS Overlooking shimmering Puget Sound and Elliott YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS... enjoy unfettered access to the Seattle Art Museum, world-class Bay, the luxurious downtown Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is an easy dining and shopping and Pike Place Market, one of the oldest stroll from the city’s most iconic attractions. At Washington state’s continuously operated public markets. Meet fellow travelers and only Forbes five-star hotel, sleek interiors of wood and stone bring the SEATTLE, WASHINGTON expedition staff at a welcome dinner at Chihuly Garden and Glass, Northwest inside, while local artwork showcases the city’s creativity. which showcases the vibrant glass sculptures of local artist Dale OPPOSITE PAGE: Seattle skyline THIS PAGE (clockwise from top): Pike Place Chihuly against the backdrop of the iconic Space Needle. Market; fruit stand at Pike Place Market; Chihuly Garden and Glass Begin your journey in the Emerald City—the gateway to the Pacific Northwest and an icon of technological and creative innovation. The name Kyoto means “capital” in Japanese, because the city served as the emperor’s home base for more than a thousand years. Kyoto blossomed as a center for learning and the arts—and today boasts 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites. JANUARY 21 – 23 Cross the international date line, losing a day en route modern contrast, explore the city’s culinary culture at the 400-year- to Osaka. From there, we travel to the ancient capital of Kyoto, which is old Nishiki Market. Venture into the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove home to more than 1,600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines. on the outskirts of the city and take a peaceful stroll through this Immerse yourself in Japan’s spiritual heritage. Visit Toyokuni Shrine, dense grove of towering bamboo. dedicated to a prominent 16th-century shogun who helped unify SEATTLE, WASHINGTON OSAKA, JAPAN: 10H 50M (includes tech stop) Japan, and admire the ornate Chinese-style gate at its entrance. Head ACCOMMODATIONS Intimate and contemporary, Four Seasons to the wooded hills east of the city to see the UNESCO World Heritage Hotel Kyoto is located in the city’s most scenic district, close site of Kiyomizu Temple, one of Kyoto’s most distinct landmarks with to many of Kyoto’s finest landmarks—and just 10 minutes from 1,200 years of history. Nestled in the hillside and supported by 139 downtown. Sip local craft beers on the waterside terrace, take in KYOTO, JAPAN giant pillars, the temple’s main hall juts out over a sacred waterfall and tranquil garden vistas as you dine or cross the glass bridge for offers a spectacular view of the city. matcha in the tea house. Choose to take a day trip to the I.M. Pei-designed Miho Museum to OPPOSITE PAGE: Kiyomizu Temple THIS PAGE (clockwise from left): Arashiyama Bamboo Grove; Food at Nishiki Market; local geisha view its extensive collection of Asian and Western antiques. For a From centuries-old temples and pristine gardens to geisha walking down cobblestone streets, the glory of Old Japan comes to life in Kyoto. The historic port of Hoi An is a melting pot of Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese and European cultures—a fusion reflected in its well-preserved UNESCO World Heritage Old Town. JANUARY 24 – 26 Step back in time in Hoi An’s Old Town, a 15th- then tee off on a premier links-style course designed by Colin century UNESCO World Heritage site along the Thu Bon River. Montgomerie. Witness an evening lantern ceremony inspired by the Stroll through winding streets lined with traditional wooden shops, full moon festival. Before leaving Vietnam, order a hand-crafted silk assembly halls and the former homes of wealthy merchants who plied dress or custom-tailored suit created by one of Hoi An’s artisans, who their trade in this booming port city. Many of the surviving structures have preserved their craft over generations. KYOTO, JAPAN DANANG, VIETNAM: 5H 25M reflect the diverse cultures who made their home in Hoi An. Walk over the iconic Japanese bridge, a graceful arch spanning the river, ACCOMMODATIONS Long regarded as Vietnam’s premier beach which separated the Japanese quarters from the Chinese section.
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