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WORLDWIDE TRAVEL GUIDE where WILL YOU GO next? There’s a world of experience-rich tours waiting for you with departure dates through May 2023. Find your perfect tour in these pages. WITH COLLETTE you’re family From our industry-leading travel protection plan, which allows for a full money-back refund if you cancel, to our home to airport sedan service, your happiness is our priority. 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_US COVER frontback final.indd 3 6/23/21 4:46 PM
TODAY IS A NEW DAY, full of opportunity. And while we may be faced with a “new normal” in many ways, one thing remains unchanged – the desire to travel and experience life somewhere new. Whether you’ve been dreaming of taking a trip for years or you’re eager to set out after a few challenging months, this is your moment to fulfill your wanderlust and set out for new adventures. The Collette team is constantly monitoring travel around the world and is ready to support your plans to get out there. WHAT’S INSIDE? Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer................... 34 Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park............................... 35 NEW Western Canada’s Rockies, Lakes & Wine Country............. 35 INTRODUCTION........................................................ 4-17 The Best of Eastern Canada............................................................. 36 Maritimes Coastal Wonders.............................................................. 36 NORTH AMERICA.................................................... 18-36 Canyon Country.......................................................................................18 Painted Canyons of the West............................................................18 ITALY.........................................................................37-43 National Parks of America..................................................................19 Italian Vistas.............................................................................................. 37 America’s National Parks and Denver..........................................19 Reflections of Italy.................................................................................. 37 Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise.................................................... 20 S Spotlight on Tuscany............................................................................ 38 NEW Alaska’s Northern Lights.................................................................... 20 Rome & the Amalfi Coast................................................................... 38 Hawaiian Adventure...............................................................................21 Tuscany & the Italian Riviera............................................................ 39 Pacific Northwest & California.........................................................21 NEW Northern Italy & Its Lakes.................................................................. 39 NEW California Dreamin’................................................................................ 22 Rome, Florence & Venice................................................................... 40 America’s Cowboy Country............................................................... 22 Southern Italy & Sicily.......................................................................... 40 S Spotlight on South Dakota................................................................ 23 NEW E Sicily and Its Isles....................................................................................41 The Colorado Rockies.......................................................................... 23 NEW E Old World Sicily & Malta......................................................................41 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta.............................................................. 24 E Italy’s Treasures....................................................................................... 42 S Spotlight on Santa Fe........................................................................... 24 E Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside...................................................... 42 S Spotlight on San Antonio................................................................... 25 NEW E Italy: Amalfi Coast to Puglia.............................................................. 43 S Spotlight on San Antonio Holiday.................................................. 25 F Shrines of Italy......................................................................................... 43 Mackinac Island...................................................................................... 26 Bluegrass Country & the Smoky Mountains............................ 26 ICELAND & SCANDINAVIA................................... 44-46 Nashville & the Smoky Mountains Holiday............................... 27 Iceland: Land of Fire & Ice................................................................. 44 America’s Music Cities......................................................................... 27 Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights................................................. 44 S Spotlight on Nashville.......................................................................... 28 Spectacular Scandinavia.................................................................... 45 S Spotlight on New Orleans.................................................................. 28 Highlights of Norway............................................................................ 45 Southern Charm...................................................................................... 29 E The Northern Lights of Finland....................................................... 46 Heritage of America.............................................................................. 29 E Icelandic Adventure.............................................................................. 46 S Spotlight on Washington, D.C.......................................................... 30 Washington, D.C., Niagara Falls & New York City.................. 30 U.K. & IRELAND.......................................................47-53 S Spotlight on New York City.................................................................31 Shades of Ireland ................................................................................. 47 S Spotlight on New York City Holiday...............................................31 Shades of Ireland featuring Northern Ireland........................... 47 Islands of New England....................................................................... 32 E Countryside of the Emerald Isle...................................................... 48 Autumn in Vermont................................................................................ 32 Irish Splendor........................................................................................... 48 Colors of New England featuring Coastal Maine................... 33 F Shrines of Ireland.................................................................................... 49 E Roaming Coastal Maine...................................................................... 33 Exploring Britain & Ireland................................................................. 49 Canadian Rockies by Train................................................................ 34 British Landscapes................................................................................ 50 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 2 6/21/21 1:55 PM
E Journey through Scotland & England.......................................... 50 OBERAMMERGAU.................................................... 76-79 Exploring Scotland & Ireland.............................................................51 Imperial Cities with the Oberammergau Passion Play.................... 76 Discover Scotland...................................................................................51 Exploring the Alpine Countries E Scottish Adventure................................................................................ 52 with the Oberammergau Passion Play......................................................77 NEW E Scotland: Isles of Lore & Legend................................................... 52 Germany’s Cultural Cities & the Romantic Road S Spotlight on London............................................................................. 53 with the Oberammergau Passion Play......................................................77 S Christmas in London............................................................................. 53 Switzerland & Germany with the Oberammergau Passion Play..................................................... 78 ACROSS EUROPE....................................................54-55 Alpine Explorer with the Oberammergau Passion Play.................. 78 London & Paris........................................................................................ 54 Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria Treasures of Europe............................................................................... 54 with the Oberammergau Passion Play..................................................... 79 NEW E Netherlands, Belgium & France...................................................... 55 Classic Danube with the Oberammergau Passion Play.................. 79 FRANCE....................................................................55-58 THE FLORIADE EXPO 2022.................................... 80-81 S Spotlight on the French Riviera....................................................... 55 NEW Europe’s Cosmopolitan Cities with Floriade Expo 2022........ 80 France Magnifique................................................................................. 56 NEW The Chelsea Flower Show with Floriade Expo 2022............... 80 E Journey through Southern France................................................. 56 NEW Holland & Belgium Springtime River Cruise C La Belle Seine........................................................................................... 57 with Floriade Expo 2022..........................................................................81 F Shrines of France.................................................................................... 58 NEW Netherlands, Belgium & France with Floriade Expo 2022........81 S Spotlight on Paris................................................................................... 58 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND............................... 82-84 SPAIN & PORTUGAL................................................59-62 Australia’s Outback to New Zealand’s South Island............... 82 E The Azores: Jewels of Portugal........................................................ 59 The Complete South Pacific............................................................... 82 Spain’s Classics....................................................................................... 59 South Pacific Wonders ......................................................................... 83 Spain’s Classics & Portugal............................................................... 60 South Pacific Wonders with New Zealand’s North Island.......... 83 Spain & Morocco.................................................................................... 60 NEW E Exploring New Zealand’s Wonders................................................. 84 Sunny Portugal.........................................................................................61 E Australia & New Zealand Uncovered............................................. 84 Portugal & Its Islands............................................................................61 F Pilgrimage to Fatima & Lourdes with Barcelona................... 62 SOUTH & CENTRAL AMERICA................................ 86-88 Tropical Costa Rica.................................................................................. 86 CROATIA & GREECE................................................62-65 E Costa Rica: A World of Nature........................................................... 86 Discover Croatia, Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast................ 62 Peru: From Lima to Lake Titicaca.................................................... 87 C Croatia & Its Islands.............................................................................. 63 E C Patagonia: Edge of the World............................................................. 87 NEW Greece Island Hopper.......................................................................... 64 E C Machu Picchu & Galapagos Wonders........................................... 88 Exploring Greece & Its Islands........................................................ 64 NEW Classical Greece..................................................................................... 65 ASIA & AFRICA......................................................... 88-93 F C Greece: In the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle.......................... 65 Cultural Treasures of Japan................................................................. 88 E Mysteries of India..................................................................................... 89 CENTRAL EUROPE..................................................66-73 E Kingdoms of Southeast Asia.............................................................. 89 E The Baltics Revealed............................................................................ 66 Spectacular South Africa...................................................................... 90 Imperial Russia ....................................................................................... 66 NEW E C Journey through Egypt & Jordan...................................................... 90 Exploring the Alpine Countries........................................................ 67 C Treasures of Egypt....................................................................................91 Alpine Lakes & Scenic Trains........................................................... 67 E Colors of Morocco.....................................................................................91 E Switzerland: Hidden Trails & Majestic Peaks........................... 68 E Exploring South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana.................. 92 Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria.................................... 68 NEW E African Safari: Kenya & Tanzania..................................................... 92 Imperial Cities........................................................................................... 69 E The Plains of Africa.................................................................................. 93 Magnificent Cities of Central & Eastern Europe..................... 69 Discovering Poland................................................................................ 70 OTHER........................................................................ 94-99 Classic Christmas Markets................................................................ 70 Frequently Asked Questions............................................................94-95 Magical Christmas Markets................................................................71 Air & Reservation Information........................................................96-99 C Classic Danube.........................................................................................71 C Christmas on the Danube.................................................................. 72 TRAVEL STYLES See page 16 for details C Holland & Belgium Springtime River Cruise............................ 72 C Magical Rhine & Moselle.................................................................... 73 All tours are Classic tours except those marked as follows: ISRAEL......................................................................73-75 E Small Group Explorations A connection to culture Iconic Israel................................................................................................ 73 S Spotlights Single-Hotel Stays Go in depth, unpack just once F Israel: A Journey of Faith..................................................................... 74 C Cruise Explore the world’s scenic waterways F Israel: Pilgrimage to the Holy Land............................................... 74 F Faith Spiritual journeys NEW E Jordan & Israel......................................................................................... 75 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 3 6/21/21 1:55 PM
PEACE OF MIND putting you first EVERY STEP OF THE WAY You can rest assured that your well-being and enjoyment always come first. When you travel with Collette, you can discover the world confidently knowing that everything is taken care of – before, during, and after your trip. travel protection private sedan service Our industry-leading plan allows you to cancel Leave the hassle of getting to and from the airport for any reason and receive a full money-back behind. Enjoy round-trip home to airport sedan refund unlike many plans that only offer a voucher. service when you book air with us. This is our standard policy and has remained (SEE PAGE 95 FOR DETAILS) unchanged for decades. (SEE PAGE 98 FOR DETAILS) flexible tour pacing guaranteed departures We offer a careful selection of included features and Choose from thousands of guaranteed departure free time to explore on your own. One-night stays are dates. Reserve with complete confidence as these minimized and our pacing allows you to check all of selected departures are guaranteed to operate. the must-see boxes without feeling rushed. Built-in free time gives you the flexibility to experience the destination at your own perfect pace. 4 Lavaux Vineyards, Switzerland Switzerland: Hidden Trails & Majestic Peaks, pg. 68 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 4 6/21/21 1:55 PM
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR well-being & enjoyment BEFORE YOUR TOUR Each guest that travels with us deserves a Pre-Tour Health Screenings memorable and fulfilling travel experience. And We will ask all travelers to complete a wellness we intend to continue to deliver on that promise. Your declaration form before joining their tour. All guests health, well-being, and enjoyment remain our top focus traveling with Collette must provide proof upon — just as they have been since we started in 1918. arrival on tour of either full vaccination against Covid-19, or recovery from Covid-19, or a negative Our team consults with health and security experts all Covid-19 test to verify information you will be around the world to ensure a healthy and enjoyable providing to Collette when filling out our wellness declaration. travel experience. Here are some of the steps we’re LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE REQUIREMENTS taking for you. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/TRAVELINGWELL. Visit collette.com/travelingwell to learn more. Air Travel Specific protocols will vary by airline, but standard operations typically include flight attendants wearing masks, sanitizing all surfaces between flights and physical distancing. Check with your airline for specific details. ON YOUR TOUR Use of Face Coverings Hotels Self-Screening Both vaccinated and non-vaccinated Specific protocols will vary from We will ask all travelers to guests are required to bring their own destination to destination, hotel to monitor their health throughout personal protective equipment they are hotel. Overall, rooms and areas like their tour, with protocols in comfortable with using, as wearing a mask restaurants, fitness centers, etc. will place in the event someone may be required during some parts of your be deep-cleaned regularly, with rooms becomes ill. tour experience. For more information on disinfected thoroughly between guests. Collette’s on-tour mask policy, please refer High-traffic areas like lobbies and to our Traveling Well FAQ. elevators will be cleaned hourly. Your Tour Manager On-Tour Experiences Motorcoach We have employed new and enhanced We work closely with our local All surfaces will be sanitized often, hygiene & physical distancing protocols partners to ensure adequate including regular cleaning of high- for tour managers. They are local physical distancing during meals, touch areas with disinfecting wipes. experts and highly trained to handle experiences, and sightseeing. Hand sanitizer will be available at all a variety of unexpected situations – Guests may be rotated in smaller times and drivers will wear protective including illnesses and emergencies. sub-groups when necessary. gear when appropriate. They are also available 24/7 for guests throughout the tour should any situation arise. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE STANDARDS, VISIT COLLETTE.COM/TRAVELINGWELL 5 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 5 6/21/21 1:56 PM
CANCEL & GET YOUR MONEY BACK WITH COLLETTE’S TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN any reason, every tour. no blackout dates or restrictions. Go ahead and book that dream trip, because when you purchase our industry-leading Travel Protection Plan, you can cancel for any reason and get your full money refunded in the form of original payment – all the way up to 24 hours before your trip departs. That includes any airfare purchases you made through us, too*. We’ve offered this plan for decades to give our travelers assurance every step of the way – with no blackout windows or hidden restrictions. Collette took care of helping us rebook for the same trip again in the future. This right here is why we LOVE Collette. We have traveled twice with two other companies, and returned to Collette because the service is unmatched.” Roxanne R. Kyoto, Japan 6 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 6 6/21/21 1:56 PM
Golden Circle, Iceland Thank you Collette. I appreciate you having my back! I will definitely book again with you and be sure to recommend you to my family and friends. You take the people first and not the business. THANK YOU! Michael M. EVERY TOUR. EVERY DEPARTURE. EVERY TIME. collette has you covered In addition to covering you for pre-trip cancellation, our Travel Protection Plan also includes: travel delay support DAILY STIPEND trip interruption IF YOU NEED TO END YOUR TRIP EARLY baggage loss or delay missed connections IF YOU PURCHASED AIR Iguazu Falls, Brazil emergency assistance access to telehealth services Collette’s cancellation policy is the best around! Better to have it and not need it, than need PLUS it and not have it! Collette always takes care of their people!” If you purchase air* with Collette, your Travel Protection Marisa D. covers your air travel too! *Flex airfare only, Instant Purchase air is not included in this coverage. Learn more at collette.com/travelprotection. learn more at collette.com/travelprotection 7 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 7 6/21/21 1:57 PM
Acropolis of Athens, Greece STABILITY, SECURITY & TRUST know that, no matter what, you’ll be taken care of when you travel with Collette For over 102 years, Collette has helped travelers feel secure and at ease, all while making their travel dreams come true. And that’s a fact that will never change. 8 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 8 6/21/21 1:57 PM
TRAVEL PREPARED PROTECTION CRISIS TEAM Our industry-leading, worry-free travel Our dedicated crisis team is ready with protection plan offers you a full refund defined protocols and responses to unlike many plans that only offer a any health, safety, or natural event that voucher. Cancel for any reason right could occur. They meet weekly - not up to the day prior to departure. just in the event of a crisis - and keep Every tour, every departure, every time in constant contact with governments – Collette has you covered. and partners worldwide to ensure your LEARN MORE ON PAGE 98 safety and well-being. LEARN MORE AT COLLETTE.COM/TRAVELINGWELL 24/7 CUSTOMER STABILITY YOU SERVICE CAN COUNT ON We’re here for you, always. Our Enjoy peace of mind knowing that Customer Care Center is waiting to Collette is rated 4A2 with Dun & help you, on tour and at home, any Bradstreet. We are proud of the time. Pick up the phone, email us, financial stability we’ve developed over we’re always here to help. 102 years in the travel industry. THIS IS MORE THAN A BUSINESS - this is family From 1918 to today, Collette has been enhancing lives through travel. And, since Dan Sullivan Sr. bought the company, it’s been family owned. That family feeling is ingrained in every relationship we have - from our guests to travel agents, employees to business partners. The business is led by CEO Dan Sullivan Jr. and his daughter and Collette President, Jaclyn Leibl-Cote (pictured). 9 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 9 6/21/21 1:57 PM
what you’ll love ABOUT TRAVELING WITH COLLETTE When it comes to traveling with us, all you need to focus on are the incredible times ahead. With 160+ tours across all 7 continents and 5 different travel styles, you’ll find a travel experience that fits you. 10 Chobe National Park Safari, Botswana 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 10 6/21/21 1:57 PM
all the details are covered We’ll handle everything like transportation and logistics. All you’ll need to plan is your free time and to enjoy yourself. make your trip your own We include It’s Your Choice excursions on most tours to allow flexibility in your itinerary. Plus, you can add options, extensions, and Dubrovnik, Croatia more to make your trip as unique as you. your itinerary is inclusive, yet flexible Your tour is balanced with must-sees, cultural experiences, and plenty of free time. Plus, our team of experts walk the streets and experience it firsthand. your accommodations are arranged Stay in 4-star and above accommodations, with expertly paced itineraries to keep one- night stays to a minimum. Fairmont Banff Springs many meals included Get a true taste of a destination with included meals full of local flavor, plus unique culinary experiences like cooking classes, home-hosted meals, and more. travel you can feel good about We seek to make a positive impact on the communities where we live, work, and travel through a variety of programs and initiatives that fit each community’s specific needs. 11 Cooking Class in Hoi An 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 11 6/21/21 1:58 PM
MORE INCLUDED you’re not just going on tour you’re having a travel experience Wherever your next trip takes you, you’ll have everything you need to experience it – accommodations, experiences, many meals, and must-sees – included. You also get to personalize your tour with options that you’ll enjoy the most. Your on-tour options are curated to enhance your experience, not make up for what’s missing. Northern Lights, Iceland Andean Textiles must-sees cultural experiences They’re called “must-sees” for a reason. Our cultural experiences, hand-crafted Our carefully crafted itineraries include by our experts, allow you to truly get to those iconic, can’t-miss, must-see sights for know both the destination and the people each of our incredible destinations. who call it home. 12 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 12 6/21/21 1:58 PM
BIRDWATCHING & BOB’S PEAK Meet some fuzzy and feathered new friends on a birdwatch trip to the Kiwi Birdlife Park OR hop in a gondola that will whisk you away to the top of Bob’s Peak in Queenstown for some amazing sights. SOUTH PACIFIC WONDERS – PG. 83 EXPLORING NEW ZEALAND – PG. 84 it’s your choice Enjoy more freedom to explore. Your travel experience is personal and should feel unique to you. With that in mind, Collette pioneered It’s Your Choice excursions, where you pick the included option you like best. Before your departure, pick whichever excursion you like. On select days (indicated by the icon), you’ll set out on your preferred included experience. San Marco Hotel, Mykonos Home-hosted Meal, Israel 4-star accommodations culinary inclusions You’ll stay in exactly the right spot – Meals become memorable moments. with accommodations that capture the Our meals are culinary experiences that destination, enrich your experience, and allow you to explore new cultures in an allow you to explore your surroundings. engaging, not to mention flavorful, way. see more at collette.com/more 13 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 13 6/22/21 8:59 AM
GET TO KNOW our tour managers Our Tour Managers are destination experts and pros at navigating a variety of situations. They are highly trained to take care of our guests, including managing emergencies and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for every traveler. meet: meet: Laura G. John P. TOUR MANAGER REGION: HOMETOWN: TOUR MANAGER REGION: HOMETOWN: United Kingdom North Ayrshire Southeast Asia Ho Chi Minh City # YEARS AS A COLLETTE FAVORITE # YEARS AS A COLLETTE FAVORITE TOUR MANAGER: DESTINATION(S): TOUR MANAGER: DESTINATION(S): 2 Ireland’s West Coast 3 Europe, Japan DO YOU HAVE ANY TOP TIPS FOR OUR TRAVELERS? WHY WOULD YOU RECOMMEND GROUP TOURING WITH COLLETTE? If possible, arrive the day before to let yourself shake off your journey and be ready to enjoy your trip. Make sure you bring I recommend group touring with Collette because the right clothes that your tour manager has recommended Collette is one of the best guided travel companies for your destination. Don’t forget comfortable shoes for in the U.S. Collette has lots of inclusions on tour, you walking. If they are new, break them in. As we say here in get to travel with an expert tour manager with local Scotland, “Today’s rain is tomorrow’s whisky” – come with an knowledge and the tours are very competitively priced. open mind. And, be prepared to make new friends and have fun, there will be lots of it! 14 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 14 6/21/21 1:58 PM
CAPTURING THE MOMENT Our Tour Managers’ love of traveling the world really shines through the snapshots they take. Here are a few of our favorite photos that capture the magic of being a Tour Manager out on the road. CONNECT WITH COLLETTE Twitter #gocollette meet: meet: Thabie M. Giancarlo G. TOUR MANAGER REGION: HOMETOWN: TOUR MANAGER REGION: HOMETOWN: Southern Africa Cape Town South America Lima # YEARS AS A COLLETTE FAVORITE # YEARS AS A COLLETTE FAVORITE TOUR MANAGER: DESTINATION(S): TOUR MANAGER: DESTINATION(S): 6 NYC, Serengeti 4 Argentina WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE COLLETTE WHY WOULD YOU RECOMMEND GROUP TOURING ITINERARY AND WHY? WITH COLLETTE? I really enjoy the Exploring South Africa, Victoria Collette has a team behind the scenes that is working to Falls & Botswana tour. This tour includes so many make every tour a unique and special experience. Every varied experiences! From cosmopolitan Cape Town tour has an expert Tour Manager in each destination that and rugged coastline drives to amazing safaris and makes the trip an unforgettable memory, making sure majestic Victoria Falls...there really is something for to monitor every detail to ensure excellence. Traveling everyone and each day has a new surprise. with Collette is always fun, dinners are amazing, sharing stories and anecdotes of lived travels, creating beautiful memories and new friendships. 15 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 15 6/21/21 1:59 PM
WHAT’S YOUR TRAVEL STYLE? No matter how you like to travel, there’s a style that fits you. Each travel style has its own unique way of showing you the world. Here’s what sets each one apart. SMALL GROUP EXPLORATIONS SMALL GROUP EXPLORATIONS a connection to culture Ideal for the culturally curious: come home with stories you can’t wait to tell. Say “yes” to unique experiences you’d be hard- pressed to find on your own. Hotels that perfectly capture the local vibe mean your exploration never stops. Travel today, improve tomorrow with socially responsible Impact Moments and carbon offsetting. Look for the travel style tag on each itinerary. CLASSIC CLASSIC iconic sights, enriching experiences Ideal for seeing the world’s iconic destinations. 100+ globe-spanning tours: from close to home to a world away. Preferential access to sights means you’ll skip the line and spend more time discovering. Hit all the highlights at a value-minded price. 16 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 16 6/21/21 1:59 PM
SPOTLIGHTS SINGLE HOTEL STAY SPOTLIGHTS go in depth, unpack just once Ideal for overpackers, urban explorers, and cultural deep-divers: unpack once at a centrally located hotel. 5-9 day stays make great getaways. Perfectly choreographed itineraries balance free time with fuller days. Know where the locals go with a guide by your side. CRUISE CRUISE explore the world’s scenic waterways Ideal for those who think some of the best sightseeing comes from the deck of a boat. Step off the boat and right into the culture with included onshore excursions and experiences. Many exclusive departures mean you and your fellow Collette travelers are the only ones on board. Private yachts to small ships, iconic rivers to open sea: see the world by water. FAITH SPIRITUAL JOURNEY FAITH spiritual journeys Ideal for those who wish to connect with their faith on a deeper level. Reverent and reflective: from shrines & holy sites to included Mass on many tours. Take a personal pilgrimage: walk in the footsteps of your faith’s forefathers. Modest 3-star accommodations capture the humble surroundings in which they sit. 17 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_INTRO US 0618.indd 17 6/21/21 1:59 PM
united states CANYON PAINTED CANYONS COUNTRY OF THE WEST 8 DAYS / 10 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,799* PP 9 DAYS / 11 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,999* PP PRICE BASED ON AUGUST 6, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON AUGUST 15, 2021 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. CLASSIC CLASSIC From the imposing Grand Canyon and serenity Venture across the West as you take in the sienna- of Lake Powell to the opulence of Las Vegas, colored canyons, towering spires and still desert you’ll see the Southwest’s most-prized sites. landscapes found in Utah’s five national parks. HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Take in scenic Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon. • Explore Arches and Canyonlands national parks. • Climb aboard Zion’s open-air tram with a guide. • Take in some scenery on Utah’s most scenic byways. • Behold the breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon. • Behold incredible views at Zion National Park. • Explore the spires of Bryce Canyon National Park. • Scan the spires of Bryce Canyon National Park. • Marvel at the sandstone cliffs of Zion National Park. • Experience a sunset “Cowboy Dinner” in Moab. STAYS STAYS 1 Night Scottsdale, Arizona / 1 Night Grand Canyon, 1 Night Denver, Colorado / 1 Night Grand Junction, Arizona / 2 Nights Page, Arizona / 2 Nights Springdale, Colorado / 2 Nights Moab, Utah / 1 Night Bryce, Utah / Utah / 1 Night Las Vegas, Nevada 2 Nights Springdale, Utah / 1 Night Las Vegas, Nevada VISIT COLLETTE.COM/91 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/634 FOR MORE DETAILS. 18 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 18 6/21/21 8:32 AM
NATIONAL PARKS AMERICA’S NATIONAL OF AMERICA PARKS & DENVER 12 DAYS / 16 MEALS / STARTING AT $3,999* PP 14 DAYS / 20 MEALS / STARTING AT $4,899* PP PRICE BASED ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON JUNE 25, 2022 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. CLASSIC CLASSIC Experience the grandeur of the American West as Gain a new appreciation of the great outdoors on this you explore five fantastic national parks on this journey that takes you from the Grand Canyon to Rocky exciting journey. Mountain National Park and everywhere in between. HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Explore the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. • Meet Native Americans and learn about their culture. • Meet Native Americans and learn about their culture. • Spend a night at the spectacular Grand Canyon. • Spend a night at the spectacular Grand Canyon. • Visit Yellowstone National Park’s most famous geyser. • Visit Yellowstone National Park’s most famous geyser. • Behold the famous Mount Rushmore. • Behold the famous Mount Rushmore. • Spend two nights in the “Mile High City,” Denver. STAYS STAYS 1 Night Scottsdale, Arizona / 1 Night Grand Canyon, 1 Night Scottsdale, Arizona / 1 Night Grand Canyon, Arizona Arizona / 1 Night Page, Arizona / 2 Nights Springdale, Utah / / 1 Night Page, Arizona / 2 Nights Springdale, Utah / 1 Night 1 Night Salt Lake City, Utah / 2 Nights Jackson Hole, Salt Lake City, Utah / 2 Nights Jackson Hole, Wyoming Wyoming / 1 Night Yellowstone National Park / 1 Night / 1 Night Yellowstone National Park / 1 Night Sheridan, Sheridan, Wyoming / 1 Night Rapid City, South Dakota / Wyoming / 1 Night Rapid City, South Dakota 2 Nights Denver, Colorado VISIT COLLETTE.COM/93 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/93 FOR MORE DETAILS. collette.com 19 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 19 6/21/21 8:32 AM
united states ALASKA DISCOVERY ALASKA’S LAND & CRUISE NORTHERN LIGHTS 12 DAYS / 26 MEALS / STARTING AT $3,649 7 DAYS / 11 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,999* PP PRICE BASED ON MAY 17, 2022 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON MARCH 28, 2022 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. CLASSIC CRUISE NEW SMALL GROUP EXPLORATIONS ALSO AVAILABLE Alaska’s Northern Lights featuring The Iditarod Race Cruise the Inside Passage and uncover stunning Take a snowy peek into Alaska. Visit the friendly wildlife in Alaska’s Denali National Park on this local towns of the last frontier and bond with breathtaking journey from Alaska to Washington. energetic sled dogs. HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Journey from Denali to Talkeetna in a luxury railcar. • Search for the northern lights in Fairbanks’ star-filled sky. • Enjoy an expert-guided Tundra Wilderness Tour. • Hop in a sled and experience dog mushing like a local. • Relive Alaska’s Gold Rush days in historic Skagway. • Visit Musk Ox Farm and learn about the sustainable • Relax aboard a 7-night Princess cruise. domestication project. • Sail through Glacier Bay and by the Hubbard Glacier. • Pass by glaciers on a cruise through Prince William Sound. • Enjoy a scenic train ride via the Alaska Railroad. STAYS STAYS 1 Night Fairbanks, Alaska / 2 Nights Denali National Park, Alaska / 1 Night Denali, Alaska / 7 Night Cruise 2 Nights Anchorage / 1 Night Talkeetna / 3 Nights Aboard Princess Cruises Fairbanks VISIT COLLETTE.COM/148 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/660 FOR MORE DETAILS. 20 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 20 6/22/21 11:51 AM
HAWAIIAN PACIFIC NORTHWEST ADVENTURE & CALIFORNIA 10 DAYS / 13 MEALS / STARTING AT $3,599* PP 8 DAYS / 10 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,499* PP PRICE BASED ON DECEMBER 2, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. CLASSIC CLASSIC Embrace the spirit of “Aloha” on a leisurely Fall under the spell of the Pacific Northwest and three-island tour of Hawaii featuring 3-night California, from the wilds of Mount St. Helens to the stays each on Oahu, Kauai and Maui. shadow of giants in the Redwoods. HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Enjoy a cruise on tranquil Wailua River in Kauai. • Visit Seattle’s famous fish and vegetable market. • Behold the breathtaking Waimea Canyon. • Learn about the eruptions of Mount St. Helens. • Journey along Oahu’s famous North Shore. • Experience a wine tasting and visit to a lavender farm. • Embark on a sightseeing tour of Seattle. • Remember Pearl Harbor at the USS Arizona Memorial. • Behold the majestic beauty of the Redwood Forest. • Savor a Polynesian luau featuring tropical drinks. • Learn about coffee at the biggest estate in Hawaii. STAYS STAYS 1 Night Seattle, Washington / 2 Nights Portland, 3 Nights Oahu, Hawaii / 3 Nights Kona, Hawaii / Oregon / 1 Night North Bend, Oregon / 1 Night Blue 3 Nights Maui, Hawaii Lake, California / 2 Nights San Francisco, California VISIT COLLETTE.COM/98 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/66 FOR MORE DETAILS. collette.com 21 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 21 6/21/21 8:33 AM
united states CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’ AMERICA’S MONTEREY, YOSEMITE & NAPA COWBOY COUNTRY 8 DAYS / 12 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,499* PP 8 DAYS / 10 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,599* PP PRICE BASED ON MARCH 7, 2022 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 4, 2021 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. CLASSIC CLASSIC This is the essence of Northern California, from fine Grab your Stetson hat and saddle up for an wine and freshly caught seafood to vibrant cities and adventure as you discover America’s Wild West nature on an epic scale. from Jackson Hole to Rapid City. HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS •M arvel at the views along scenic 17-Mile Drive. • Experience rugged Badlands National Park along the • Take a tram tour through Yosemite National Park. famed Loop Road. • Meet a local farmer in the Central Valley and sample some of • Watch an eruption of the Old Faithful geyser. their farm’s produce. • Search for herds of buffalo in Custer State Park. • Sample local vintages during a winery tour and tasting in • Explore Yellowstone National Park. Napa Valley. • Visit the Old West landmark town of Deadwood. STAYS STAYS 2 Nights Monterey / 2 Nights Tuolumne (Yosemite) / 2 Nights Sacramento / 1 Night San Francisco 2 Nights Jackson, Wyoming / 1 Night Cody, Wyoming / 1 Night Sheridan, Wyoming / 3 Nights Rapid City, South Dakota VISIT COLLETTE.COM/677 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/438 FOR MORE DETAILS. 22 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 22 6/21/21 8:33 AM
SPOTLIGHT ON THE COLORADO SOUTH DAKOTA ROCKIES 7 DAYS / 9 MEALS / STARTING AT $1,999* PP 9 DAYS / 11 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,599* PP PRICE BASED ON AUGUST 20, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON MAY 20, 2022 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. SPOTLIGHTS SINGLE HOTEL STAY CLASSIC From Deadwood to the High Plains, the Experience the grand landscape of the American spirit of the American West comes alive where West as you journey from the “Mile High City” to the blacktop meets the dust. Colorado Springs on this spirited adventure. HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Hear stories from a Native American chronicler. • Spend two nights in the cowboy town of Durango. • Travel to the legendary Badlands National Park. • Enjoy the mountainous Royal Gorge Route Railroad. • Visit the iconic Mount Rushmore. • Visit the Arches and Rocky Mountain national parks. • Visit the Old West landmark town of Deadwood. • Visit a majestic mesa at Canyonlands National Park. • Taste local flavors during a western dinner show. • Experience an Old West adventure and cowboy cuisine. STAYS STAYS 6 Nights Rapid City, South Dakota 2 Nights Denver, Colorado / 2 Nights Grand Junction, Colorado / 2 Nights Durango, Colorado / 2 Nights Colorado Springs, Colorado VISIT COLLETTE.COM/137 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/282 FOR MORE DETAILS. collette.com 23 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 23 6/21/21 8:34 AM
united states ALBUQUERQUE SPOTLIGHT ON BALLOON FIESTA SANTA FE 6 DAYS / 7 MEALS/ STARTING AT $1,999* PP 6 DAYS / 8 MEALS / STARTING AT $1,599* PP PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 6, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON NOVEMBER 7, 2021 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. CLASSIC SPOTLIGHTS SINGLE HOTEL STAY ALSO AVAILABLE Spotlight on Santa Fe Holiday Up, up, and away. Witness one of the world’s most Feel inspired by the creative spirit that runs spectacular airborne events and be enriched by the free through Santa Fe, a city Native Americans diverse cultures of New Mexico. called the “Dancing Ground of the Sun.” HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Embark on a ride along the eclectic Route 66. • Take an open-air trolley tour of Santa Fe. • Tour the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. • Visit the pilgrimage site of El Santuario de Chimayo. • View art at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. • Visit the rugged Bandelier National Monument. • Amble through the Allan Houser Sculpture Garden. • Behold the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. • Make a tamale at the Santa Fe School of Cooking. • Become a chef at the Santa Fe School of Cooking. STAYS STAYS 3 Nights Albuquerque, New Mexico / 5 Nights Santa Fe, New Mexico 2 Nights Santa Fe, New Mexico VISIT COLLETTE.COM/453 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/274 FOR MORE DETAILS. 24 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 24 6/21/21 8:34 AM
SPOTLIGHT ON SPOTLIGHT ON SAN ANTONIO SAN ANTONIO HOLIDAY 5 DAYS / 5 MEALS / STARTING AT $1,449* PP 5 DAYS / 5 MEALS / STARTING AT $1,499* PP PRICE BASED ON SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON DECEMBER 2, 2021 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. SPOTLIGHTS SINGLE HOTEL STAY SPOTLIGHTS SINGLE HOTEL STAY Say howdy to Texas as you take in San Antonio’s Enjoy the cheerful spirit of San Antonio, enchanting River Walk and the legendary Alamo. decked out in its holiday finest, on this HIGHLIGHTS relaxing Texan retreat. • Discover the German settlement of Fredericksburg HIGHLIGHTS set in the Hill Country. • Discover Fredericksburg in the rural Hill Country. • Experience El Mercado, the Mexican Marketplace. • Go holiday shopping at El Mercado. • Visit the Alamo battle site. • Cruise the festively decorated Paseo del Rio by boat. • Tour San Antonio with an expert local guide. • Visit the Alamo battle site. • Cruise down the Paseo del Rio by boat. • Tour San Antonio with an expert local guide. STAYS STAYS 4 Nights San Antonio, Texas 4 Nights San Antonio, Texas VISIT COLLETTE.COM/64 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/64 FOR MORE DETAILS. collette.com 25 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 25 6/21/21 8:35 AM
united states MACKINAC BLUEGRASS COUNTRY & ISLAND THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS 8 DAYS / 11 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,799* PP 9 DAYS / 13 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,699* PP PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 1, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 28, 2021 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. CLASSIC CLASSIC ALSO AVAILABLE Mackinac Island featuring The Tulip Time Festival Discover the Midwest and all its charm on this Take a delightful trip through the heart of delightful journey from idyllic Mackinac Island to Appalachia, discovering the culture and spirit of the dynamic Great Lakes region. Kentucky, Tennessee, and North Carolina. HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village. • Visit a private horse farm in Lexington, Kentucky. • Take a horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island. • Watch local artist demonstrations in Berea. • Visit the world’s largest Christmas Store. • Visit Louisville and Churchill Downs. • Stroll through Chicago’s Millennium Park. • Explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. • Dine at the Grand Hotel where “every meal is an event.” • Taste local bourbon at a Kentucky distillery. STAYS STAYS 2 Nights Chicago, Illinois / 1 Night Traverse City, 2 Nights Louisville, Kentucky / 2 Nights Lexington, Michigan / 2 Nights Mackinac Island, Michigan / 1 Night Kentucky / 2 Nights Gatlinburg, Tennessee / Frankenmuth, Michigan / 1 Night Southfield, Michigan 2 Nights Asheville, North Carolina VISIT COLLETTE.COM/57 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/59 FOR MORE DETAILS. 26 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 26 6/21/21 8:35 AM
NASHVILLE & THE AMERICA’S SMOKY MOUNTAINS HOLIDAY MUSIC CITIES 8 DAYS / 11 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,799* PP 8 DAYS / 10 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,699* PP PRICE BASED ON DECEMBER 10, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 10, 2021 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. CLASSIC CLASSIC ALSO AVAILABLE • America’s Music Cities Holiday • America’s Music Cities featuring Jazz Fest Enjoy the sights and sounds of Nashville, Blues, rock, soul – and all that jazz. Gatlinburg and Asheville all decked out Unearth the roots of American music and for the holidays. celebrate jazz in the place it was born. HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Take in Gaylord Opryland’s magical holiday displays. • Learn about Memphis history from local musicians. • Explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. • Enjoy reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry. • Taste Smoky Mountain moonshine. • Tour Nashville’s oldest remaining recording studio. • Visit Graceland, the palatial home of Elvis Presley. • Enjoy dinner with Dolly Parton’s Christmas Stampede. • Explore the Country Music Hall of Fame. • Tour Music City’s oldest remaining recording studio. STAYS STAYS 3 Nights Nashville, Tennessee / 2 Nights Gatlinburg, 3 Nights New Orleans, Louisiana / 2 Nights Memphis, Tennessee / 2 Nights Asheville, North Carolina Tennessee / 2 Nights Nashville, Tennessee VISIT COLLETTE.COM/376 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/59 FOR MORE DETAILS. collette.com 27 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 27 6/21/21 8:35 AM
united states SPOTLIGHT ON SPOTLIGHT ON NASHVILLE NEW ORLEANS 5 DAYS / 7 MEALS / STARTING AT $1,799* PP 5 DAYS / 6 MEALS / STARTING AT $1,499* PP PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 24, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 3, 2021 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. SPOTLIGHTS SINGLE HOTEL STAY SPOTLIGHTS SINGLE HOTEL STAYS ALSO AVAILABLE • Spotlight on New Orleans Holiday • Spotlight on New Orleans featuring Jazz Fest • Spotlight on New Orleans featuring Carnival Walk in the footsteps of music legends and Get a taste of Louisiana’s cultural melting pot feel the beat of the city’s dynamic energy. as you take in the sights, sounds and flavors This is Nashville. of “The Big Easy.” HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Learn to line-dance at Wild Horse Saloon. • Indulge at a jazz club in the French Quarter. • Tour the city with a hop-on hop-off trolley. • Tour Louisiana’s swamp country with a guide. • Peruse the Country Music Hall of Fame. • Walk the famous French Quarter with a local guide. • Tour the oldest remaining recording studio. • Enjoy a panoramic tour of historic New Orleans. • Enjoy a reserved seat at the Grand Ole Opry. • Prepare New Orleans favorites at a cooking class. STAYS STAYS 4 Nights Nashville, Tennessee 4 Nights New Orleans, Louisiana VISIT COLLETTE.COM/650 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/80 FOR MORE DETAILS. 28 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 28 6/21/21 8:36 AM
SOUTHERN HERITAGE OF CHARM AMERICA 7 DAYS / 9 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,499* PP 9 DAYS / 12 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,499* PP PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 31, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 24, 2021 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. CLASSIC CLASSIC ALSO AVAILABLE Southern Charm Holiday Embrace the leisurely pace and charming allure of Retrace the events that shaped American history. America’s southeast as you explore cobblestone Journey along a storied trail from Philadelphia streets, historic homes and unspoiled coastline. to Washington, D.C. HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Explore Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens just outside • Explore the Civil War history of Gettysburg. of Charleston. • Stroll the grounds of historic Colonial Williamsburg. • Visit St. Simons Island’s 106’ tall lighthouse. • Visit the National Air & Space Museum or the National • Peruse the historic Charleston City Market. Museum of American History. • Enjoy a trolley tour of Savannah’s Historic District. • Visit the White House and the Capitol building. • Step back in time at the opulent Jekyll Island Club. • Dine in a tavern specializing in colonial fare. STAYS STAYS 2 Nights Charleston, South Carolina / 2 Nights 1 Night Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / 2 Nights Gettysburg, Savannah, Georgia / 2 Nights Jekyll Island, Georgia Pennsylvania / 1 Night Charlottesville, Virginia / 2 Nights Williamsburg, Virginia / 2 Nights Washington, D.C. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/20 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/82 FOR MORE DETAILS. collette.com 29 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 29 6/21/21 8:36 AM
united states SPOTLIGHT ON WASHINGTON D.C., WASHINGTON, D.C. NIAGARA FALLS & NYC 6 DAYS / 8 MEALS / STARTING AT $1,999* PP 9 DAYS / 11 MEALS / STARTING AT $2,499* PP PRICE BASED ON OCTOBER 14, 2021 DEPARTURE. PRICE BASED ON APRIL 22, 2022 DEPARTURE. View our website for additional dates. View our website for additional dates. SPOTLIGHTS SINGLE HOTEL STAY CLASSIC A story of liberty. A story of democracy. Get acquainted with some of North America’s most Walk the path forged by leaders of the free world iconic destinations on a journey that takes you from in America’s spirited capital. the seat of democracy in Washington, D.C. to the majestic beauty of Niagara Falls and the bustling HIGHLIGHTS energy of New York City. • Visit the home of former president George Washington. HIGHLIGHTS • Behold the impressive Washington National Cathedral. • Stop at the infamous Ford’s Theatre. • Get a view of Pittsburgh on the Duquesne Incline. • Reflect at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. • Spend 5 nights in the heart of Washington, D.C. • Enjoy dinner overlooking Niagara Falls. • Tour the iconic and storied U.S. Capitol building. • Learn the history of the White House from within. STAYS • Explore the renowned museums of Washington, D.C. 5 Nights Washington, D.C. STAYS 3 Nights Arlington / 1 Night Pittsburgh / 2 Nights Niagara Falls / 2 Nights New York City VISIT COLLETTE.COM/426 FOR MORE DETAILS. VISIT COLLETTE.COM/643 FOR MORE DETAILS. 30 2021_2022 Worldwide_reprint_USCAN_US 18_35 0621.indd 30 6/21/21 8:36 AM
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