Itinerary

We will fly over the immense forests and numerous lakes of Labrador on our way to Kuujjuaq for a technical stop. Then continue over southern Greenland's beautiful scenery before landing at Kangerlussuaq. Because we will be approaching the Arctic Circle and the “land of the midnight sun”, we will have an astonishing 20 hours of daylight!

Enjoy a full day private sightseeing tour with a visit to the famous Geysir hot spring area with numerous hot springs and geysers - one of them erupts every few minutes; take a look at the magnificent waterfall Gullfoss; visit the volcanic crater Kerid and the greenhouse village Hveragerdi; drive across Gjabakkavegur Pass to the Thingvellir National Park, a unique place of beauty, with its interesting geology and history; then cross Mosfellsheidi Heath to Reykjavik; visit the Blue Lagoon. It is certainly a great experience that is not to be missed.
 
We will see volcanic craters, geysers, waterfalls and the national park Thingvellir, which is Iceland’s national treasure and one of its most beautiful spots.

With our local guide we will explore scenic Connemara. Enjoy panoramic views filled with rugged purple mountains, deep blue lakes and shimmering seascapes.

We’ll visit Kylemore Abbey, situated in the heart of Connemara amidst rivers, lakes and rolling hills. Most recently this former 19th century neo-Gothic mansion, with massive walls and gracious windows, with a prestigious boarding school. 

Our next stop is London where we will land at Southend Airport. Upon arrival, transfer to the luxurious Dorchester Hotel. Strategically located in London's exclusive Mayfair on Park Lane (between Marble Arch and Hyde Park Corner) it is one of the world's most prestigious hotels.

Today is at leisure to enjoy the city on your own. Outside the hotel you have easy access to London's most exclusive shopping areas including New Bond Street, Old Bond Street and Knightsbridge. Oxford Street and Piccadilly are also close by.

Tonight we will see the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda the Musical based on Roald Dahl's much-loved story about a little girl with an extraordinary imagination.

Today is at leisure to relax or explore on your own.

Optional activities include water-skiing, jet ski, boat rental, fishing excursions, mountain bike, nearby Pevero Golf course, tender to the private beach, and a putting green.

Fly to Malta, part of the European Union since May 2004. This peaceful island is an ideal location to relax.

Fly to Greece. We have selected the volcanic island of Santorini due to its well-known magnificence and its truly unique characteristics; it combines an array of spectacular features that cannot be found anywhere else. The traditional villages of the island, built on tall cliffs, offer a breathtaking view of golden sunsets over the submerged volcano. Santorini combines colorful sandy and rocky beaches, wonderful archaeological sites, traditional Cycladic architecture, and the impressive Caldera and volcanic area.

Our deluxe intimate resort, Kirini Suites & Spa, offers a pure natural and exclusive retreat for the next three nights.

Today is at leisure to explore the island or simply to relax at the hotel. 

Enjoy a truly luxurious sea cruise in to the romantic Aphrodite's Rock. Experience a breathtaking trip along the stunning Cyprus coastline, beyond Cape Aspro, to see Aphrodite's Rock and swim in her crystal clear waters.

Early morning (due to the hot June weather) we’ll depart the hotel as we begin our exploration of Luxor. We’ll cross the Nile by motor boat for a visit to the West Bank to see the Valley of the Kings and Queens and Tombs of the Nobles.

We’ll cross back over to the East Bank for a visit to the Luxor Museum. This elegant modern museum boasts a fabulous collection of artifacts from ancient Thebes. The collection includes pottery, jewelry, furniture and other artifacts from the ancient city, as well as a group of magnificent New Kingdom statues found in 1989 buried beneath Luxor Temple. There will be a stop for lunch in the village of Karnak.

Weather permitting, in the late afternoon we’ll experience a relaxing way to enjoy the scenery at Luxor with a view from the Nile as we ride a felucca, the traditional sailboat of Egypt, drifting towards Banana Island and Crocodile Island a few miles upriver. After dinner we’ll attend the Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, a fascinating walking tour through the history of the world's largest-ever temple complex.

Relax at the hotel or enjoy the fabulous shopping.

4x4 Dune Bashing Drive

Later this afternoon we will board our 4-wheel drive vehicles and drive the mysterious desert. We’ll roll dunes through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. After exploring the desert in our 4X4s we’ll make a stop to visit a desert safari camp to see the camels. There’ll be time to experience a short camel ride before enjoying cocktails as we watch a spectacular desert sunset.

Note: You have the alternate option of experiencing the Aston Martin Driving Experience at the Yas Marina Circuit.

Fly to Agra - our first stop in India – where we will clear customs and transfer to our hotel, the Oberoi Amarvilas. Sixty-four fountains, filagreed stone bridges, and pillars greet guests as they cross the torch-lit courtyard of the grand entrance pavilion of the hotel. Once situated in your room, enjoy the opulence of your own private view of the greatest monument to love, the Taj Mahal.

Today is at leisure to relax or explore on your own. The majestic Amarvilas pool is both under cover and in the open air with lounge chairs equally placed for guests to soak up the sun or take some shade under a parasol. Optional activities include a visit to the Oberoi Spa featuring therapy rooms with view of the Taj Mahal.

We’ll begin today with a stroll through the colorful local market before continuing to explore some of the most significant pagodas and temples of Bagan. 

Fly to Chiang Mai. .Chiang Mai is a great city to visit but it doesn’t mean we have to stay in the heart of it - especially when the Four Seasons sits on 20 breathtaking acres of tropical gardens and rice paddies in the Mae Rim Valley. It can be hard to drag yourself away from your polished teak floors, double vanity, oversized bathtub and spacious veranda for a visit to the fully equipped fitness club and tennis courts or the ultimate spa for indulging every one of your senses.

The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy this beautiful setting.

Depart your hotel for our 1 1/2 hour trek through Chiang Mai's lush forest, 35 miles from Chiang Mai. Encounter elephants taking their morning bath in the running stream as we discover the flourishing landscapes of Chiang Mai.

Our picnic lunch will be catered by the Four Seasons.

A relaxing bamboo raft ride on the Mae Ping River will allow us to discover the scenery in a relaxing atmosphere before returning to the hotel.

Today is at leisure to relax and explore on your own. You will be provided with a menu of activities to select from today. In addition, complimentary bicycles are available at the hotel to explore the local area.

Fly to Siem Reap - geteway to Angkor (the UNESCO World Heritage Site containing the magnificent remains of the Khmer civilization). There will be a technical stop in Pontianak to refuel.

Today we will fly to Singapore for our stay at the Raffles Hotel - an oasis of colonial style, calm and charming in the heart of modern Singapore - exclusive, historic, and one of a kind! Raffles Singapore epitomizes the romance of the Far East - an intoxicating blend of luxury, history and colonial ambiance. 

Luxuriate in the history and fresh scent of frangipani in the evening while the unique air of romantic grandeur transports you back to a more elegant time.

Today is at leisure to relax or explore on your own.

We’ll explore the spectacular Borobudur Temple Compounds. Both a shrine to Lord Buddha and a place for Buddhist pilgrimage, it is the largest Buddhist sanctuary in the world.

Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the complex was built in the 8th and 9th centuries, abandoned around the 14th century, and was rediscovered in 1814. The monument occupies a modest plateau and from the top level, beautiful views of an emerald green landscape of Central Java can be seen.

There will be free time today to experience an optional Jamu Massage (an ancient healing art form) in the privacy of your room.

With our local guide we’ll explore the highlights of Broome. We’ll end our tour watching the sunset on Cable Beach.

Today is at leisure to enjoy this beautiful island.
You will be provided with a menu of activities to select from today.

Fly to Kota Kinabalu.

Transfer to the Shangri La’s Rasa Ria Resort – a premier luxury resort situated in a lush, 400-acre tropical setting beside exquisite Pantai Dalit Beach and including a unique nature reserve.

View the fascinating Orang Utan, hornbills that glide right overhead, peacocks walking by during breakfast, a friendly bear cat greeting you from a tree or the occasional wild rabbit, iguana or squirrel crossing your path.

Set between a national park and a marine reserve, Amanoi embraces nature from its beachside perch on the southern coast of Vietnam. The pristine waters of Vinh Hy Bay are ideal for exploration, both on the craggy coast and under the deep blue, where colorful coral and schools of tropical fish reside.

Fly to Macau where we will transfer to Hong Kong by ferry. We’ll celebrate our landing with a Rolls Royce transfer to the Peninsula Hotel! The prestigious Peninsula Hotel is the “Grande Dame of the Far East” and Hong Kong’s oldest hotel. It has long been hailed as one of the finest hotels in the world! The hotel is perfectly situated overlooking Victoria Harbor in Kowloon on Nathan Road, the shopping mecca in the heart of the business and entertainment district.

Our stay allows you to experience the glamour of travel of a by-gone era and explore the many antiques and historical artifacts on display around the hotel. The

Peninsula is a beautiful way to discover this fascinating city.

Today is at leisure.

Enjoy optional activities such as a cooking class at the Peninsula or go to Macau by ferry or helicopter.

This morning we’ll visit the National Palace Museum, Chiang-Kai Shek Memorial Hall for the changing of the guards, Long Shan Temple, and a ride in the world’s fastest elevator to the top of the world’s former tallest building for a spectacular view of Taipei.

The rest of the day will be at leisure to relax or explore on your own.

A full-day sightseeing tour is on the schedule offering the major highlights of the city. We will select the most “must see” sights for our tour.

We will take the bullet train back to Nagoya for our flight tomorrow. Our hotel, the Marriott Associa, is located above Nagoya Station and 11 floors of JR Takashimaya Department Store. This afternoon we will attend a sumo wrestling tournament. Sumo is Japan’s national sport and the game boasts of a legacy that extends up to 1,000 years.

Fly to Petropavlovsk. Situated on high hills and surrounded by volcanoes, the surrounding terrain of Petropavlovsk is mountainous enough that the horizon can’t be clearly seen from any point in town. Across Avacha Bay is Russia's largest submarine base, the Rybachiy Nuclear Submarine Base, established during the Soviet regime and still used by the Russian Navy.

Today is at leisure to relax. 

Our visit to Seattle includes a tour of the Boeing factory and Chateau Ste. Michelle 

Tonight we’ll celebrate with a farewell dinner.