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Explore ancient Greece and Discover Antarctica’s wildlife Scottish islands by private Egypt with Dan Cruickshank with Michaela Strachan yacht with Gordon Buchanan

Travel by tall ship to the Adriatic and Meet the BBC wildlife presenter on this Join the acclaimed wildlife cameraman visit idyllic Greek islands, the Suez Canal spectacular journey from Buenos Aires for a private yacht voyage across the and Egypt’s ancient wonders with the historian to the Antarctic on a state-of-the-art Scottish Highlands, taking in castles, and author. Page 3 expedition ship. Page 7 lochs and rugged islands. Page 6 from our trusted partner Tripsmiths

Tour Chartwell in Kent Step inside the world of Winston Churchill

Explore Blenheim Palace

The Royal Horseguards Hotel

Five days from

£1,799*pp for Telegraph subscribers £1,849*pp for all other readers

What’s included Follow in the footsteps of Churchill with Dr Andrew Roberts 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association Exclusive talk and three-course dinner at the Churchill Departs September 17, 2021 War Rooms with historian Andrew Roberts Four nights’ luxury bed-and-breakfast accommodation On this fascinating five-day tour, you’ll walk in the footsteps of the ABOUT THE EXPERT at the Royal Horseguards Hotel in central London revered wartime prime minister during trips to the key sites of his life and Private tour of the Churchill War Rooms premiership. Bringing Churchill to life for you will be the award-winning Dr Andrew Roberts is one of the world’s leading Tours of Whitehall, Westminster Abbey and Chartwell historian and biographer Andrew Roberts, author of Churchill: Walking with historians and biographers, Dr Andrew Roberts is a Visiting Visit to Imperial War Museum Duxford, including Destiny. Andrew will join you at the Churchill War Rooms for a private tour Professor at the Department of War Studies, King’s a behind-the-ropes exploration of the Avro Lancaster before you enjoy a three-course dinner followed by an exclusive talk from College London and the author of a number of books, Copy of Andrew Roberts’s book Churchill: Walking him. Staying throughout at the five-star Royal Horseguards Hotel in central including: Hitler and Churchill: Secrets of Leadership; With Destiny** London, you will visit Churchill’s birthplace – Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire Leadership in War: Lessons from Those Who Made History; Services of a battlefield historian and tour manager – and his home at Chartwell, Kent, where he lived for 40 years. and Churchill: Walking with Destiny.

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Terms and conditions: *Price based on two sharing a twin/double room. Subject to availability. Single supplement £769. **Subscribers only (one copy per booking). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer visit www.telegraph.co.uk/rewards. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified. All companies are 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 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association (Q8549).

Explore the exquisite city of Bath

Three days from

£725*pp for Telegraph subscribers £775*pp for all other readers

What’s included Discover Jane Austen’s Bath with Gill Hornby Brightwater Holidays is ABTOT-protected Two nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the four-star Henrietta House Hotel in Bath Departs October 12, 2021 Return travel from and to pick-up points in London Special appearance from Gill Hornby including private Walking along Bath’s elegant Georgian terraces can feel like you’ve stepped ABOUT THE EXPERT talk and Q&A session into the pages of a Jane Austen novel. This fascinating three-day trip will Signed copy of Miss Austen by Gill Hornby** draw you even further into the world of the great writer. Highlights include Gill Hornby is a writer and journalist whose books include Visits to Jane Austen’s House, Chawton House, a visit to Austen’s Grade I listed house and a tour of her brother’s home Miss Austen, the bestselling biographical novel imagining the Jane Austen Centre, Bath (including guided Chawton House – the ‘Great House’ referred to in Austen’s letters. You why Jane’s elder sister Cassandra destroyed two thirds walking tour), Lacock village and Basildon Park will enjoy a walking tour of ‘Jane Austen’s Bath’, a cruise along the Avon to of Jane’s letters – a mystery that has puzzled academics Cruise along the River Avon to Bathampton Bathampton and a visit to Basildon Park. At Lacock village in Wiltshire, you for centuries. Gill also wrote The Story of Jane Austen, Services of a Brightwater Holidays tour manager will see the filming location for Cranford and Pride and Prejudice starring a biography for younger readers. She lives in Kintbury, Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth. You will also meet the brilliant writer and Berkshire, with her husband – the author Robert Harris Austen expert Gill Hornby who will give a private talk and Q&A. – and their four children.

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Join historian Dan Cruickshank in Egypt

Explore the Adriatic, Greece and Egypt with Dan Cruickshank Join the historian and author on this incredible TELEGRAPH luxury cruise on board Golden Horizon SUBSCRIBERS

our voyage of In Egypt you will be joined by the DATES: OCTOBER 13–26, 2021 Exclusive discovery on board perfect person to reveal the ancient benefits the magnificent wonders here: the historian Dan £ * Golden Horizon starts Cruickshank. He will sail with you to 14 days from 2,819 pp FOR TELEGRAPH SUBSCRIBERS Save £140 per £ * couple. in the historic Croatian Safaga, the gateway to the Valley of from 2,889 pp FOR ALL OTHER READERS city of Split. Sailing in the Kings. Dan is the ideal expert to style across the Adriatic, your first introduce Egypt’s treasures. He will WHAT'S INCLUDED Ystops will be in the Peloponnese and join you in the Valley of the Kings, include an idyllic secluded beach on which includes the magnificent 100% financially protected through the Travel Six port visits with a wide range of optional excursions the Greek island of Kefalonia. temple of Karnak and the Colossi of Trust Association (fee applies) After crossing the Mediterranean Memnon. He will also give private Eleven nights’ luxury accommodation on Golden Horizon in Flights and transfers are not included but available to Egypt, you will sail along the talks on board. a choice of cabins (all with outside views) on request famous Suez Canal with time to The final stop on your magical All on-board meals, soft drinks, plus selected wine and beer Free Wi-Fi, entertainment and activities on board explore Alexandria, which was journey is the Red Sea resort of with lunch and dinner when served in the main restaurant Gratuities and service charges founded by Alexander the Great. Sharm el Sheikh, which is famous Exclusive talks and Q&A with Dan Cruickshank Fitness classes and gym access From here you can enjoy an for its pristine beaches and beautiful Choice of five bars/cafés on board Room service (included with certain cabin grades) excursion to the Pyramids of Giza. coral reefs.

ABOUT THE EXPERT WHAT YOU’LL LOVE Discover Kefalonia Dan Cruickshank Meet Dan Cruickshank Ancient Egyptian treasures An amazing itinerary The popular art historian, From the cities of Alexandria Sailing in style on board Historian and author architecture expert and and Cairo, to the Valley of Golden Horizon you will have The historian, author and broadcaster makes an the Kings, the extraordinary time to explore so many broadcaster has presented engaging and entertaining pyramids at Giza and the must-see destinations, from insightful BBC documentaries for guide. Dan will sail with you temple ruins at Luxor, the historic Adriatic port of more than 20 years and is known for his infectious from Alexandria to Safaga, Egypt is a country steeped Split, to the beautiful islands enthusiasm and encyclopedic knowledge of art and giving fascinating talks as in ancient history. This is of Kefalonia and Crete, and architecture. Cruickshank’s best-known series is well as joining you in the your chance to discover its the luxurious beach resort of Around the World in 80 Treasures. Valley of the Kings. treasures for yourself. Sharm El Sheikh.

HOW YOU’LL TRAVEL WHAT YOU’LL DO

Golden Horizon Day 1 Day 5 lovely Lake Kournas, Pharos, the lighthouse Day 11 The world’s largest square-rigged sailing vessel is Arrive in Split in Croatia for Famous for its olives, Arkadi, the island’s most that was one of the seven Enjoy your last full day on a near replica of the 1913-built France II and she an overnight stay. Kalamata is the second famous monastery, and the ancient wonders of the board Golden Horizon. retains the romance, charm and sense of adventure largest city in the Renaissance architecture world. Optional excursion: of the original. The atmosphere on board is relaxed Day 2 Peloponnese. Optional of Rethymnon. Alternatively, Take a full-day excursion Days 12-13 and elegant, while every cabin enjoys a sea view. Leave Split under full sail. excursion: Visit the visit the family-owned to Cairo, travelling on the Spend two days moored at The ship’s facilities include a spectacular two-tier Explore the historic port archaeological site of the Manousakis Winery and Nile to see the astonishing Safaga, which is the gateway restaurant, three pools, a spa and a marina. beforehand or choose an first Olympia Games held Vineyards for a guided tour Great Pyramids of Giza. to the Valley of the Kings. optional pre-cruise extension in 776 BCE. Alternatively, and tasting. Dan Cruickshank will be on in Dubrovnik. hike to Polylimnio waters, Day 9 hand to give his exclusive where you can swim in clear Day 7 At sea. Why not relax insights into this great Day 3 freshwater lakes. At sea. Book in for a spa and unwind in the library Egyptian treasure. Relax on board the treatment or unwind in the overlooking the wake of the magnificent Golden Horizon Day 6 sauna and hamman, learn ship as you listen to Day 14 as she sails towards Greece. The pretty Cretan town of how to scuba dive or find the pianist on board. You’ll disembark at the Chania is famous for its a quiet spot in the library. Red Sea resort of Sharm El Day 4 Venetian harbour, old port Day 10 Sheikh, which boasts one Picture-perfect sandy and winding alleys filled with Day 8 Travelling along the 120 of the finest beaches in the beaches are guaranteed on bougainvillea and jasmine. Alexandria was founded by miles of the Suez Canal Arab world, with some of

Golden Horizon the beautiful Greek island Optional excursion: See Alexander the Great in 331 promises to be a unique the Red Sea’s best diving of Kefalonia. the best of Crete including BCE and made famous by maritime adventure. sites nearby.

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Terms and conditions: *Prices are based on two sharing a D2 cabin. Subject to availability. Deposit: 20% at time of booking. All cabins have outside view. Upgrades are available at a supplement. Flights and transfers available on request. Single supplement applies. †Optional excursions are available at a supplement. To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer visit www.telegraph.co.uk/rewards. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified. All companies are wholly independent of Telegraph Media Group Ltd. Travel insurance is not included. Price and itinerary correct at time of publication but may be subject to change. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, experts may be substituted. This trip is 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association (Q8549). from our trusted partner Tripsmiths

Explore the beaches of La Digue Sail around the Seychelles on Golden Horizon

Discover Creole-style architecture

Try a range of water sports

Seven days from

£1,789*pp for Telegraph subscribers £1,839*pp for all other readers

What’s included Sail around the Seychelles with Tim Ecott 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association Six nights’ luxury accommodation on Golden Horizon in Departs April 1, 2022 a choice of cabins (all with outside views) All on-board meals, soft drinks, plus selected wine There is no better way to explore the remote and beautiful Seychelles than ABOUT THE EXPERT and beer with lunch and dinner when served in the on board Golden Horizon, the largest square-rigged sailing vessel in the main restaurant world. Relax on board, indulge in superb dining, try a range of water sports Tim Ecott is the author of several acclaimed books Exclusive talk, Q&A and book signing with Tim Ecott and retire each night to your luxurious sea-view cabin. The six-night cruise including The Story of the Seychelles and Neutral Copy of Tim Ecott’s book The Story of the Seychelles will feature multiple island stops, including Mahé, the Seychelles’ largest Buoyancy: Adventures in a Liquid World. A Fellow of the (one per booking)** island, and La Digue, home to some of the world’s best beaches. To make Royal Geographic Society and former BBC World Service Flights and transfers not included but available on request this amazing experience even more special, you will be joined throughout correspondent, Tim is an experienced dive leader who Free Wi-Fi, entertainment and activities on board by the writer and marine expert Tim Ecott, who will give a private talk with wrote the screenplay for Deep Blue, the feature-length Gratuities and service charges Q&A and sign complimentary copies of his book. version of the BBC’s award-winning series Blue Planet.

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Terms and conditions: *Price based on two sharing a cabin. Subject to availability. Deposit: 20% at time of booking. Single supplement applies. **Subscribers only (one copy per booking). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer visit www.telegraph.co.uk/rewards. Calls charged at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company 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 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association (Q8549).

Get a taste of Bordeaux

Eight days from

£2,249*pp for Telegraph subscribers £2,339*pp for all other readers

What’s included Enjoy the food and wine of Bordeaux and Medoc Uniworld is ABTA bonded and ATOL protected Gala dinner, cooking demonstration and exclusive talk with Ian Botham and Matt Tebbutt and Q&A with Matt Tebbutt Exclusive interview and Q&A with Ian Botham Return flight from a range of UK airports (Eurostar Departs March 27, 2022 or self-drive options available) Seven-night all-inclusive river cruise in a Classic On this seven-night all-inclusive journey, you will explore the best of this ABOUT THE EXPERTS stateroom on new Super-Ship Bon Voyage region of France – from Blaye, Cadillac and Saint-Émilion to Libourne, Travel with Uniworld, one of the world’s best river Pauillac and Bordeaux itself. You will taste clarets at some of the region’s Ian Botham is one of cricket’s best-loved figures as cruise lines most famous châteaux – including special tastings with wine expert and a player and commentator, as well as a prolific charity All meals on board, prepared using the finest and cricket legend Ian Botham. You will enjoy a cooking demonstration, fundraiser. He was knighted in 2007. freshest ingredients exclusive talk and Q&A and a gourmet dinner designed by Matt Tebbutt. Matt Tebbutt trained at Leiths School of Food and Wine Six days of immersive, flexible and curated excursions Uniworld’s new Super-Ship Bon Voyage is the picture of elegance with before working for Marco Pierre White and learning from Complimentary bottle of Botham wine per booking** French balconies, indulgent furnishings, first-class suites, delicious food the master of classic French food Bruce Poole at Chez and fabulous facilities. Bruce. He later presented BBC’s Saturday Kitchen.

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Terms and conditions: *From price based on two sharing a Stateroom and subject to availability. Single supplement applies. **Subscribers only. To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer visit www.telegraph.co.uk/rewards. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified. All companies are 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. Holidays are operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Uniworld which is ABTA bonded (Y6200) and ATOL protected (10975). from our trusted partner Tripsmiths

See some of America’s stunning national parks

America’s Southwest on Rocky Mountaineer with Sue Flood Enjoy one of the world’s great railway journeys with TELEGRAPH the award-winning photographer SUBSCRIBERS

eparting from Powell, before reaching your final DATES: MAY 14–21, 2022 Exclusive Denver, Colorado, destination, Las Vegas. benefits you will travel in You will be joined on your trip by £ * style on board the travel and wildlife photographer Eight days from 3,639 pp FOR TELEGRAPH SUBSCRIBERS Save £100 per couple, £ * private transfers**. the world-famous Sue Flood, who worked with Sir from 3,689 pp FOR ALL OTHER READERS Rocky Mountaineer David Attenborough on major BBC train bound for Utah. Enjoy the series. Sue will offer expert tips on WHAT'S INCLUDED Dtrain’s luxurious SilverLeaf Service, how to capture the best moments of and admire panoramic views of the your awe-inspiring adventure. 100% financially protected through the Travel Seven nights’ accommodation in hotels, including American Rockies as you cross the During the tour, you’ll visit some Trust Association the Hoodoo Moab by Hilton Hotels, Lake Powell Resort Continental Divide and pass Ruby of America’s incredible national Two-day journey on Rocky Mountaineer between Denver, and the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas or similar Canyon and Mount Logan. parks – taking in the towering rock Colorado, and Moab, Utah, with SilverLeaf Service Meals and guided tours as detailed online and in Next you will enjoy a well-paced formations in Canyonlands, Bryce Private talk, Q&A and photography advice with Sue Flood the itinerary below tour of the American Southwest, Canyon, Zion and Arches in Utah, Complimentary photobook of your trip created by Sue Flood Private transfers** including the Grand Canyon, not to mention the spectacular Monument Valley and Lake Grand Canyon in Arizona.

ABOUT THE EXPERT WHAT YOU’LL LOVE Experience the glitz of Vegas Sue Flood Top photography tips Sue Flood, who will be giving the view from the glass- This extraordinary journey practical tips and advice. dome windows and outside Photographer and film-maker from the US Rocky viewing area as part of Sue Flood began her career Mountains to the deserts of A great rail journey the SilverLeaf Service. as a wildlife film-maker with the Utah features some of the Rocky Mountaineer offers celebrated BBC Natural History most astonishing scenery on the finest luxury railway Amazing national parks Unit. She worked alongside Sir David Attenborough Earth. Make sure you capture experience in North America. Journey through the Rockies to help create The Blue Planet and Planet Earth. it all on camera with the help You will be among the first and see the Grand Canyon, She has since become an award-winning wildlife of the award-winning travel travellers to experience its the Arches, Bryce Canyon and travel photographer. and wildlife photographer newest route, enjoying and Zion national parks.

HOW YOU’LL TRAVEL WHAT YOU’LL DO

Rocky Mountaineer Day 1 of canyons and the Colorado National Park, where Sue Moab to the popular holiday Canyon National Park, which Rocky Mountaineer offers unrivalled luxury Arrive in Denver, Colorado, River before arriving at the will be on hand to answer resort Lake Powell via the is home to the largest known railway journeys through Western Canada and with time to explore this resort town of Glenwood your questions and give magnificent Monument collection of chimney-like the American Southwest, winning ‘World’s thrilling and beautiful city. Springs. This evening Sue expert tips on capturing the Valley. You’ll board a four- rocks called hoodoos. B, D Leading Travel Experience by Train’ eight times Then join our special guest, will give a private talk and experience on camera. B, D wheel drive vehicle for a at the World Travel Awards. During your journey photographer Sue Flood, for Q&A. B, L scenic tour of Monument Day 7 between Colorado and Utah, the spacious single- a casual welcome drink in Day 4 Valley, taking in John Ford Take a scenic motorcoach level coaches and oversized windows of the train’s the hotel bar. Day 3 This morning you will enjoy Point, Artist Point and guided tour from Bryce SilverLeaf Service provide wonderful views of Sue joins you again as you a guided motorcoach tour of the Totem Pole, as well Canyon National Park to Las North America’s most spectacular scenery. Day 2 depart Glenwood Springs Arches National Park, one as learning about Navajo Vegas via Zion National Park. Sue Flood will join you as and travel on board Rocky of Utah’s ‘Mighty 5’ National traditions and culture. In Explore the mountains and

Rocky Mountaineer you set off from Denver Mountaineer in the morning. Parks. Arches National the afternoon, you’ll enjoy red canyons of Zion National and travel on board the Today you will cross the Park features accessible a scenic cruise on Lake Park, which offers both iconic Rocky Mountaineer. Colorado-Utah border, walks to see the famous Powell. B, L easy and more challenging Sue will be on hand to enjoying stunning mountain red sandstone arches. This hikes on which to admire the offer professional tips and views before dramatic red afternoon, enjoy free time at Day 6 awesome landscapes. B advice on how to take the sandstone landscapes start your leisure in Moab. B On a guided motorcoach best photographs during to appear as you approach tour, explore Grand Canyon Day 8 your trip. You will cross the Moab. This afternoon Day 5 National Park – one of Your fantastic adventure Continental Divide while you will enjoy a half-day Your guided motorcoach the world’s seven natural ends as you check out of enjoying spectacular views guided tour of Canyonlands tour will take you from wonders – and Bryce your hotel in Las Vegas.

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Terms and conditions: *Price based on two sharing a cabin. Deposit: 20% at time of booking. Subject to availability. Single supplement applies. **Up to a 70-mile radius (subscribers only). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer visit www.telegraph.co.uk/rewards. Calls charged at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company 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 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association (Q8549). from our trusted partner Tripsmiths

Sail on Lord of the Glens Ride a train on the West Highland Line

Travel in style

See Urquhart Castle

Eight days from

£2,389*pp for Telegraph subscribers £2,439*pp for all other readers

What’s included Scottish islands by private yacht with Gordon Buchanan 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association Two exclusive talks and Q&A with Gordon Buchanan Departs June 13, 2022 Photography and filming masterclass with Gordon Buchanan Scotland’s west coast is home to some of the most breathtaking scenery ABOUT THE EXPERT Seven nights’ full-board accommodation in a James in the United Kingdom, with its remote islands, rugged highlands and Watt Deck porthole cabin on Lord of the Glens spectacular lochs. You’ll see them all with award-winning wildlife cameraman, Gordon Buchanan has spent 30 years filming wild All meals including welcome and farewell dinners presenter and public speaker Gordon Buchanan, who will join you for the and wonderful creatures in remote areas of the planet, Train journey on the West Highland Line duration of your trip. He will deliver two talks as well as a photography and building a reputation for choosing dangerous and tough All excursions, tours and entry fees (as indicated filming masterclass. This is not a cruise but a private yacht experience, assignments. Gordon has contributed to numerous in the online itinerary) similar to the Royal Yacht Britannia. With just 27 outward-facing ensuite award-winning BBC, Discovery and National Geographic Welcome reception cabins and a maximum of 54 passengers, the yacht offers sumptuous wildlife documentaries, including Into the Wild and accommodation and superb cuisine. Land of the Lost Wolves.

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Terms and conditions: *Price based on two sharing a James Watt Deck porthole cabin. Subject to availability. Deposit: 20% at time of booking. Single supplement applies. To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer visit www.telegraph.co.uk/rewards. Calls charged at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company 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 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association (Q8549).

Meet Earl Spencer at Althorp House

One day from

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What’s included Visit Althorp House on the Belmond British Pullman 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association with Earl Spencer Return journey on the Belmond British Pullman from London Victoria to Northampton Three-course brunch with a welcome bellini and tea Departs July 5, 2021 and coffee on the outbound journey Private coach from Northampton station to Step back to the golden age of train travel on the Belmond British Pullman. ABOUT THE EXPERT Althorp Estate Boarding the train in London, you’ll indulge in a welcome bellini and a three- Welcome talk by Earl Charles Spencer course brunch as you glide to Northampton and Althorp, one of Britain’s Charles Spencer, the 9th Earl Spencer, was educated at Free copy of The White Ship by Earl Spencer** finest stately homes. Earl Spencer will greet you and give a private talk Eton College and obtained his degree in Modern History at Entrance to Althorp House and grounds about his family home and the work he has done to it. You are then invited Magdalen College, Oxford. Among his six books are three Champagne reception plus four-course dinner with to explore the house and gardens at your leisure, including the Tudor Picture bestsellers: Blenheim: Battle for Europe (shortlisted for wine on the Belmond British Pullman inbound journey Gallery, the Library and King William Bedroom. On your return to London you History Book of the Year in 2005); Killers of the King; and will be treated to a champagne reception and delicious four-course dinner on To Catch a King. His latest historical work The White Ship board the Belmond British Pullman. was published last year.

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Terms and conditions: *Subject to availability. All discounts are per person based on a guaranteed table of two and are subject to availability. Trip is 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association (Q8549). **One copy of book per booking. To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer visit www.telegraph.co.uk/ rewards. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified. All companies are 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 100% financially protected through the Travel Trust Association (Q8549). Tudor Picture Gallery image: Robert Wilson, Getty. Earl Spencer headshot: John Robertson. from our trusted partner Tripsmiths

Discover the Antarctic

Explore the wilds of Antarctica with Michaela Strachan Discover the distant land of icebergs and penguins TELEGRAPH with the TV presenter SUBSCRIBERS

ith its vast generation expedition ship, to begin DATES: MARCH 7–21, 2022 Exclusive pristine your 10-night voyage to the far-flung scenery, islands of the Antarctic Peninsula. benefits £ * extreme You’ll be joined on board by BBC 15 days from 7,558 pp Free airport lounge climate, wildlife presenter Michaela Strachan, access**. roaming one of the hosts of the much-loved icebergs and magnificent marine Springwatch, Autumnwatch and WHAT'S INCLUDED Wlife, Antarctica is a destination Winterwatch series. Michaela will like no other. This new voyage to give an exclusive talk and stay on 100% financially protected through the Travel 10-night expedition cruise on MS Fridtjof Nansen the virtually uninhabited seventh hand to discuss all the captivating Trust Association Complimentary Wi-Fi on board continent promises to be wildlife you’ll see, from orca, Overnight stay in Buenos Aires before and after your Breakfast, lunch and dinner, including house beer, wine, a phenomenal adventure. humpback and minke whales, expedition cruise, including breakfast sodas and mineral water in restaurants Aune and Fredheim You’ll start your journey overnight to leopard seals and penguins. Exclusive events with Michaela Strachan À la carte restaurant Lindstrom for suite guests in Buenos Aires, before heading Every day is a new adventure and Return flight from London (regional departures available at Use of ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna, outdoor running to Ushuaia, Argentina, the world’s each voyage is unique as the landing a supplement), overseas transfers from airport to hotel track plus indoor and outdoor gyms southernmost city. Here you’ll sites visited depend on the ship’s Return economy flight between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket board MS Fridtjof Nansen, a next- location and weather conditions.

ABOUT THE EXPERT WHAT YOU’LL LOVE See incredible wildlife Michaela Strachan Meet Michaela Strachan Discover the Antarctic are great chances to spot The much-loved TV The islands around the whales and huge colonies TV presenter presenter and stalwart of Antarctic Peninsula are a of penguins. Former children’s TV BBC nature programmes, stunning reward for those presenter, Michaela was a Michaela Strachan will join who conquer the infamous Explore with Hurtigruten regular reporter on the BBC’s you for your journey. She’ll Drake Passage. Your MS Fridtjof Nansen is popular Countryfile series before moving to South give an exclusive talk and experienced team will lead equipped with all you need Africa in the mid-1990s. She has since been part of take part in a private Q&A ice-cruising and landings to explore, including kayaks, the presenting team on Autumnwatch, Winterwatch session for you and your at every opportunity to go a fleet of Blueye underwater and Springwatch. fellow travellers. ashore. From deck, there drones and expedition boats.

HOW YOU’LL TRAVEL WHAT YOU’LL DO

MS Fridtjof Nansen Day 1-2 board the latest addition to colonies of penguins. Your Named after the Norwegian explorer, scientist and Depart the UK overnight Hurtigruten’s fleet, including expedition team will lead Enjoy impeccable service Nobel Peace Prize laureate Fridtjof Nansen, your before a night in Buenos the Nansen Science Centre every opportunity to explore ship features Hurtigruten’s revolutionary battery Aires, home of the Tango. and the delicious dining the impressive scenery. hybrid-powered propulsion system. On board, you’ll options. During your voyage, This is true wilderness, so find state-of-the-art technology, stylish cabins and Day 3 your onboard expedition nature is in charge, but your public areas, a gym, wellness centre and a range Today, you’ll fly to Ushuaia, team will give a series of experienced captain will of dining options. the world’s southernmost talks sharing information work with the elements to city, where you’ll board MS and the fascinating history create the best possible

MS Fridtjof Nansen Fridtjof Nansen. This evening of Antarctica. You will also itinerary for your adventure. enjoy a welcome dinner. learn how to make your visit The team will attempt as safe and as sustainable landings at several sites Days 4-5 as possible. in the South Shetlands Prepare yourself for and on the Antarctic Antarctica as you cross Days 6-10 Peninsula. Michaela will Days 11-12 Day 13-14 the famed Drake Passage, Antarctica never fails to give you an introduction You’ll spend the day at sea Disembark and fly to Buenos named after explorer Sir inspire awe and wonder, with to your adventure, sharing recapping your experiences. Aires for an overnight stay Francis Drake and once white horizons above oceans anecdotes from her career. Take advantage of the before flying home. considered a treacherous full of icebergs and whales. She will also give a second wellness centre or the hot voyage for ships to make. There will also be your first talk on the wildlife that tub, or just relax on deck and Day 15 Enjoy the facilities on encounters with the huge surrounds you. spot the seabirds. Arrive back in the UK.

TS Tours Ltd specialises in bespoke expert-led tours and works in partnership with Hurtigruten, the world leader in exploration travel, About our partner to offer unique adventures from pole to pole.

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Stay at the Oberoi Agra Discover India on this incredible tour

Free one-way business-class upgrade*

Sail in style on Ganges Voyager II

See the Taj Mahal

15 days from

£5,355*pp for Telegraph subscribers £5,455*pp for all other readers

What’s included Experience India’s Golden Triangle and the Ganges Uniworld is ABTA bonded and ATOL protected with William Dalrymple and David Gower All talks and activities with William Dalrymple, David Gower and Tim Grandage Outbound business-class flight from London to Delhi (regional airports on request) Departs February 13, 2022 Inbound economy flight from Kolkata to London Private chauffeur airport transfers in the UK** From the bustling bazaars of Old Delhi to the ancient ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur ABOUT THE EXPERTS Seven-night all-inclusive cruise in a Riverview and the mesmerising Taj Mahal, India will light up all five of your senses. Stateroom with private balcony On this luxury 15-day tour you will explore the Golden Triangle – staying in William Dalrymple is an award-winning author who lives on Two nights at the five-star Oberoi New Delhi three of the best Oberoi Hotels in India – before embarking on a seven-night a farm outside Delhi. He has written a number of acclaimed Two nights at the five-star Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur voyage on the Ganges. You will be joined on your tour by three inspirational books about India including most recently, The Anarchy. One night at the five-star Oberoi Agra overlooking people: author and historian William Dalrymple, former England cricketer David Gower is one of England’s most prolific batsmen. He the Taj Mahal David Gower, and Tim Grandage, who founded the charity Future Hope. captained England on their victorious tour of India in 1984/85.

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Terms and conditions: *Price includes all discounts and is a saving on the brochure price. Non-subscribers save £744 per person. From price based on two sharing a Riverview Stateroom and subject to availability. Single supplement applies. Flight upgrade is on London to Delhi leg one way. **Up to a 70-mile radius (subscribers only). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer visit www.telegraph.co.uk/rewards. Calls charged at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified. All companies are 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. Holidays are operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Uniworld which is ABTA bonded (Y6200) and ATOL protected (10975).

Visit Villa Carlotta on Lake Como

Eight days from

£2,195*pp for Telegraph subscribers £2,245*pp for all other readers

What’s included Visit Italy’s elegant lakes and gardens Brightwater Holidays is ABTOT-protected Return flight from London to Milan (regional departures with Helen Yemm available on request) Exclusive talk and Q&A by Helen Yemm Four nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the four-star Departs September 20, 2021 and March 23, 2022 Hotel La Palma in Stresa Three nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the four-star The lakes of Northern Italy have long inspired poets, painters and botanists ABOUT THE EXPERT Hotel Barchetta Excelsior, Lake Como with their Renaissance villas, benign climate and glorious gardens that Visit (including lunch) to the private garden of the complement the natural landscape. On this eight-day tour you’ll discover Helen Yemm is a passionate hands-on gardener and President of the Italian Camellia Society and exclusive the region in the company of our popular gardening columnist, Helen Yemm, the author of The Telegraph’s weekly gardening column, guided tour of the garden at Villa Cicogna Mozzoni with writer of the weekly Thorny Problems page. Helen will join you at Lake Thorny Problems. She has written several books about the owner Como for visits to three villas and their stunning gardens. Hear Helen’s gardening including Gardening in your Nightie and RHS Visits to Isolas Bella, Madre and Pescatori and the insights as you explore Villa Carlotta, with its spring displays of azaleas and Grow Your Own Flowers. She is also a lecturer, teacher gardens of the villas Taranto, Pallavicino, Carlotta rhododendrons, Villa Cicogna Mozzoni and Villa del Balbianello, with its and broadcaster whose credits include the BBC’s and Balbianello fragrant terraces and classic three-arched ‘loggia’. Gardening from Scratch and Gardening Week.

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Terms and conditions: *Price based on two sharing. Subject to availability. March supplement £50. Single supplement £455 (September), £475 (March). £200pp deposit is non-refundable. Brightwater Holidays reserves the right to amend offers at any time. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company 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. Brightwater holidays is ATOL protected and bonded by ABTOT, which provides financial protection under The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018, and in the event of their insolvency. ABTOT cover provides for a refund if you have not yet travelled, or repatriation if you are abroad.