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The Ultimate Travel WISH LIST Angkor Wat, Cambodia Asia • New Zealand • South Pacific • Australia 2017
Experience the extraordinary with this unique collection of places to visit in 2017. Lake Pukaki, New Zealand THE ULTIMATE TRAVEL WISHLIST 2017 TOP 20 EXPERIENCES 1. Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand 11. Ayers Rock Field of Light, Australia 2. Old Town Hoi An, Vietnam 12. Tetiaroa Private Island, Tahiti 3. Matangi Island, Fiji 13. Sunrise at Angkor Wat, Cambodia 4. The Flinders Ranges, Australia 14. Vivid Sydney Festival, Australia 5. Fiordland National Park, New Zealand 15. Ubud, Bali 6. Beqa Island, Fiji 16. Ningaloo Reef, Australia 7. Birds of Paradise, Papua New Guinea 17. Ovalau Island, Fiji 8. Khao Sok National Park, Thailand 18. Stewart Island, New Zealand 9. The Tuamotu Atolls, Tahiti 19. Chinese New Year, Hong Kong & Macau 10. Aitutaki Lagoon, Cook Islands 20. The Kimberley, Australia Challenge your travel aspirations with these once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The road less traveled attracts everyone from nature lovers, romantics, explorers, art enthusiasts to beach worshippers and culture vultures. This selection of the Top 20 most remarkable places to visit will inspire you to discover more of the world. Discover your choice of untouched landscapes, ancient cultures, exciting local celebrations and festivals, rare wildlife, pristine atolls and remote islands.
1 Abel Tasman National Park New Zealand 2 Old Town Hoi An Vietnam C O A S TA L PA R A D I S E C U LT U R E & A D V E N T U R E New Zealand’s smallest national park is a coastal A UNESCO world-heritage site, the old city of Hoi An has paradise perfect for relaxation and adventure. There are a unique personality. Known for its lanterns, temples, no roads in the park so try kayaking or hiking to explore pagodas, architecture and charming riverside location, golden beaches, granite cliffs, coves and wildlife. Hoi An is said to hold over 100 festivals each year. 5 Day Abel Tasman Discovery from $1699pp* 4 Day Hoi An from $359pp* Includes 2 nights Nelson, 3 day/2 night Abel Tasman guided Includes 3 nights Hoi An, private Hoi An city walking tour, kayak and hiking national park tour and transfers. private village cycling tour, breakfasts and transport. Ref: SN17003 Ref: SA17004 3 Matangi Island Fiji 4 The Flinders Ranges Australia SOFT CORAL DIVING THE REAL OUTBACK Matangi Island is a boutique South Pacific private island Discover one of earth’s most ancient landscapes, Ikara hideaway where you can discover many amazing dive Flinders Ranges National Park. This extraordinary region sites, some of the most beautiful underwater scenery in is 540 million years old and filled with rugged mountains, the world, and the beautiful Horseshoe Bay. granite peaks and ancient gorges. 6 Day Fiji Island Dive Adventure from $2899pp* 4 Day Flinders Ranges Adventure from $899pp* Includes 5 nights Matangi Island Resort, meals, 3 days/6 tank Includes 3 nights Wilpena Pound, car rental, Flinders 4WD tour, diving and flight transfers from Nadi to Taveuni Island. scenic sightseeing flight and sunset spectacular. Ref: SF17002 Ref: SO17003
5 Fiordland National Park New Zealand OUTDOOR ADVENTURE In the heart of the spectacular Fiordland National Park, the Hollyford Track is one of the greatest guided walks in New Zealand. It’s a journey of breathtaking scenery as you explore the mountains and ocean of the Hollyford Valley. 5 Day Fiordland Adventure from $2099pp* Includes 2 nights Te Anau, a 3 day guided Hollyford track walk with meals, jet boat journey and helicopter flight to Milford Sound. Ref: SN17002 6 Beqa Island Fiji DIVE ADVENTURE This area in Fiji has outstanding diving and reefs teeming with fish as well as many species of sharks. Here you can experience a kava ceremony with a difference and see the famous firewalkers of Beqa. 6 Day Beqa Explorer from $1399pp* Includes 5 nights Beqa Lagoon Resort, scuba diving, all meals and airport transfers. Ref: SF17003 7 Birds of Paradise Papua New Guinea EXOTIC DISCOVERY Remote and largely uninhabited, Papua New Guinea is an exciting mix of ancient cultures, world-famous diving, exotic rare wildlife, tropical landscapes and highlands. Explore the Tari Valley, Karawari River and Mount Hagen. 9 Day Papua New Guinea Adventure from $6899pp* Includes 8 nights Papua New Guinea, internal flights, guided sightseeing tours and airport transfers. Ref: SP17001 8 Khao Sok National Park Thailand REMOTE ADVENTURE Khao Sok National Park is covered by the oldest evergreen rainforest in the world with giant limestone mountains, deep valleys, breathtaking lakes, caves, amazing wildlife and much more. 4 Day Thailand Nature Escape from $899pp* Includes 1 night Elephant Hills tented camp, 2 nights Rainforest Floating Camp, elephant care program, canoe safari, transfers and meals. Ref: SA17005
9 The Tuamotu Atolls Tahiti N AT U R A L W O N D E R This secluded coral atoll is surrounded by one of the most abundant natural aquariums in the world. Not to be missed is a visit to the deserted pink sand beach or drift snorkeling in the Tiputa Pass. 6 Day Exotic Rangiroa Getaway from $1899pp* Includes 5 nights with breakfast, Rangiroa lagoon excursion and all transfers from Papeete. Ref: ST17002 10 Aitutaki Lagoon Cook Islands L A G O O N H I D E A WAY Get swept away by the picturesque Aitutaki Lagoon, a perfect combination of small islets, colorful coral, and shades of blue waters. Indulge with an overwater bungalow that floats just above the lagoon surface. 6 Day Cook Islands Discovery from $2599pp* Includes 5 nights Pacific Resort Aitutaki, flight transfers from Rarotonga to Aitutaki, hotel transfers, breakfast and lagoon cruise. Ref: SC17001 11 Ayers Rock Field of Light Australia OUTBACK EXPLORER This once-in-a-lifetime experience transforms the desert landscape into a picturesque light display called the “Field of Light.” This unique art installation includes over 50,000 solar powered lights scattered across Uluru. 3 Day Ayers Rock Outback from $799pp* Includes 2 nights Desert Gardens, viewing of the Field of Light in the outback, camel ride and airport transfers. Ref: SO17004 12 Tetiaroa Private Island Tahiti R E M OT E I S L A N D PA R A D I S E Tetiaroa is a secluded atoll surrounded by small islands and accessed only by private plane. This pristine sanctuary has a rich history, sparkling turquoise lagoons, white sand beaches and was a retreat for Tahitian royalty. 4 Day The Brando Luxury Getaway from $6199pp* Includes 3 nights The Brando resort with all meals, one excursion per day, daily spa treatment per villa and transfers to Tetiaroa. Ref: ST17001
13 Sunrise at Angkor Wat Cambodia 14 Vivid Sydney Festival Australia H I S T O R Y & C U LT U R E THE ARTS Watching the sun rise over the temples of Angkor is a Don’t miss out on the annual event of light, music and must-see experience, as it is one of the most memorable ideas at Vivid Sydney. Enjoy outdoor lighting sculptures, sights in the world. The large complex includes Hindu and cutting edge music, and the illumination of the Sydney Buddhist temples featuring intricate architectural design. Opera House sails. 5 Day Cambodia Highlights from $1095pp* 5 Day Vivid Sydney from $1229pp* Includes 4 nights hotel, small group touring including Angkor Includes 4 nights The Darling Sydney, Sydney Bridgeclimb Wat, Ta Phrom, Bayon, Pnomh Penh, transport and daily experience at night, Sydney Harbour dinner cruise during breakfast. festival and airport transfers. Ref: SA17003 Ref: SO17001 15 Ubud Bali 16 Ningaloo Reef Australia M O U N TA I N R E T R E AT WILDLIFE ENCOUNTER Journey to the magical land of Ubud, the unique cultural There are a variety of unique wildlife experiences to be had center of traditional Balinese dance and arts. This beautiful in Western Australia’s Ningaloo Reef including swimming town is surrounded by layers of lush green tropical with the 40 foot whale shark, diving with manta rays and rainforest, Hindu temples, and gorgeous scenery. sea turtles, and snorkeling with hundreds of beautiful fish. 5 Day Ubud Deluxe Retreat from $529pp* 4 Day Ningaloo Reef Adventure from $1429pp* Includes 4 nights Alila Ubud, Rural Charms of Bali guided Includes 3 nights Novotel Ningaloo, 4 day car rental from sightseeing, private airport transfers and daily breakfast. Exmouth and a whale shark cruise with wildlife encounter. Ref: SA17001 Ref: SO17002
17 Ovalau Island Fiji 18 Stewart Island New Zealand PA C I F I C I S L A N D S H E R I TA G E UNTOUCHED WILDERNESS Cruise Fiji to the northern island of Ovalau and historic Discover the unspoiled beauty of Stewart Island, an port town Levuka, Fiji’s first capital. This UNESCO world- untouched island off the south coast of New Zealand heritage site and waterfront promenades will transport that boasts beautiful golden beaches, boat cruises, you back in time. wildlife encounters, and hills perfect for hiking. 10 Day Fiji Islands from $3199pp* 5 Day Queenstown & Stewart Island from $1149pp* Includes 2 nights hotel, 7 nights small ship cruise, meals, water Includes 2 nights Queenstown, 2 nights Stewart Island, village activities, guided tours, cultural ceremony and transfers. tour, cruise and transfers. Ref: SF17001 Ref: SN17001 19 Chinese New Year Hong Kong & Macau 20 The Kimberley Australia W O R L D F E S T I VA L THE LAST FRONTIER Experience Chinese New Year in the heart of Hong Travel to one of the world’s last wilderness areas that Kong and Macau for the ultimate festival combining remains untouched. The Kimberley region boasts performance, entertainment, festive parades and floats, incredible rock formations, ancient cultures, stunning and sound and light displays. waterfalls and rugged outback landscapes. 5 Day Hong Kong & Macau Sights from $899pp* 13 Day Kimberley Adventure from $7199pp* Includes 4 nights Hong Kong, harbor cruise, Macau guided Includes 1 night Darwin, 10 nights Kimberley coastline sightseeing tour and airport transfers. expedition cruise with sightseeing and meals and 1 night Broome. Ref: SA17002 Ref: SO17005
Clockwise from top: Flinders Ranges, Australia; Vivid Sydney Festival, Australia; Birds of Paradise, Papua New Guinea *Flights are not included, unless specified in itinerary. All prices are ‘from’ per person, land only, based on double occupancy and valid for travel as follows: SO17001 Sydney Vivid Festival 26 May-17 Jun 2017, Vivid runs 26 May-17 Jun 2017. Book by 19 May 2017. SO17002 Ningaloo Reef 1 Apr-3 Jul 2017. Whaleshark season is Apr–Jun. Book by 28 Mar 2017. Car insurance, security deposit, one way fees and deduct- ible are additional; please ask for details. SO17003 Flinders Ranges 1 Apr 2017-31 Mar 2018. Book by 25 Mar 2018. Car insurance, security deposit, one way fees and deductible are additional, call for details. SO17004 Ayers Rock 1 Apr-31 May 2017 or 1 Dec 2017-31 Mar 2018. Book by 27 Mar 2018. SO17005 The Kimberley departures 4 Aug, 25 Aug, 15 Sep 2017. Book by 1 May 2017. SN17001 Stewart Island 1-30 Apr 2017, 1-30 Nov 2017. Book by 25 Nov 2017. SN17002 Fiordland National Park 10-24 Apr 2017, 20 Oct-21 Dec 2017 or 11-25 Apr 2018. Book by 31 Mar 2018. SN17003 Abel Tasman 1 Apr-30 Sep 2017. Book by 25 Sep 2017. SF17001 Ovalau Island valid for 2017 departures 4 Apr, 6 Jun, 1 Aug or 5 Dec. Must be booked 30 days prior to departure. Book by 5 Nov 2017. SF17002 Matangi 1 Apr 2017-31 Mar 2018. Book by 25 Mar 2017. SF17003 Beqa Island 1 Apr 2017-31 Mar 2018. Book by 25 Mar 2017. ST17001 Teitaroa 1 Apr 2017-20 Dec 2017 or 11 Jan-31 Mar 2018. Book by 28 Mar 2018. ST17002 Tuamotu Atolls 1 Apr-30 Jun 2017, 1 Nov-26 Dec 2017 or 6 Jan-31 Mar 2018. Book by 26 Mar 2018. SC17001 Aitutaki 1 Apr 2017-31 Mar 2018. Book by 25 Mar 2018. SP17001 Bird of Paradise 1 Jan-31 Dec 2017, depart Port Moresby on Saturdays. Book by 15 Dec 2017. SA17001 Ubud 1 Apr-15 Jul 2017, 16 Sep-23 Dec 2017 or 6 Jan-31 Mar 2018. Book by 27 March 2018. SA17002 Chinese New Year 26 Jan-28 Feb 2017. Book by 20 Jan 2017. SA17003 Angkor Wat 10 Jan-19 Dec 2017. Book by 14 Dec 2017. SA17004 Hoi An 1 Jan-31 Dec 2017. Book by 14 Dec 2017. SA17005 Khao Sok 1 Nov 2016-31 Oct 2017. Book by 25 Oct 2017. Travel insurance is a mandatory requirement. Single supplements, blackout dates and seasonal supplements may apply. All entry visa requirements are the responsibility of the traveler, contact the relevant embassy or consulate for further information. All prices are in US dollars and correct at the time of posting (21 September 2016). Prices may differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is received and processed. Strictly subject to availability. Not retroactive and not combinable with any other special or vacation package offer. Upgrades are available. All prices, itineraries and routings are subject to change without notice. Please call for our current prices. Hearing impaired persons may dial 711 (National Relay Service) to contact us at the above number. CST# 2001136-50.
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