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We have partnered with over 100 Adventure Tour Operators, representing
over 120 countries that you can soon tap into. Here are a few
sample Adventure Tours that we can offer to you for the time
of your life (over 6000 in all):
SOUTH AFRICA
AUSTRALIA
IRELAND
COLORADO RIVER
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SOUTH AFRICA - Total
of 533 Different Adventure Trips Available |
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Capetown to Krueger
by Accenting Africa |
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Total trip duration: 12 days. |
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Day 1
Depart New York Kennedy Airport on South African Airlines |
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Day 2
Arrive Capetown where you will be met and transferred to the Cape Milner
Hotel |
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Day 3
Tour of the city that includes visits to the South African Museum, the
Malay Quarter and the Harbor. Drive up Signal Hill and visit the famous
Table Mountain and finish with a drive through the popular resort of
Sea Point |
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Day 4
Morning departure to visit the world famous Kirstenbosch Botanical gardens.
Then continue via. the Indian Ocean Coast Line to the Cape Point Nature
Reserve. Ascend to the highest point on the "Flying Dutchman".
Lunch will be served in the reserve. Then continue over Champmans Peak.
Hour Bay, Llandudno and Clifton and back to ycur hotel late afternoon |
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Day 5
Wineland Tour. Your route takes you via Paarl, where you visit the "Taal
Monument". Then continue to a local family run winery for cheese and
wine tasting. Continue through the beautiful Paarl Valley to the historic
Boschendal for a second wine tasting and then on to Stellenbosch for lunch.
Take a leisure tour of this historic village before returning to Cape Town
late afternoon |
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Day 6
Return transfer to the airport for your flight to Kruger National Park.
You'll be met at Hoedspruit airport and transferred byroad to Imabli
Lodge ( http://www.threecities.co.za) in the world famous Kruger National
Park. This evening take your first game viewing drive. Imbali supports
a remarkable assemblage of wildlife - including large breeding herds
of elephant and an abundance of buffalo, white rhino, giraffe and antelope,
while Africa's great cats-leopard,cheetah and large prides of lion follow
silently in their tracks. Imbali will immerse you in the romance and
style of a bygone era |
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Day 7
Full day game viewing |
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Day 8
Morning game viewing then transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg.
You will be met and transferred to the Holiday Inn Sandton |
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Day 9
Morning tour of the township fo Soweto. Afternoon tour to Gold Reef City,
replica of old time Johannesburg |
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Day 10
Morning departure for Bruma Flea Market, one of Johannesburg's largest
open-air craft markets. Continue on the Heia Safari Ranch for a genuine "Braa" barbecue
lunch and then watch the exciting Mzumba dancing at the ranch. Return
to Johannesburg late afternoon |
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Day 11
Leisure day for last minute shopping and packing. Transfer to the airport
late afternoon for your South African Airways flight to New York |
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Day 12
Arrive New York/Kennedy Airport in morning. Welcome Home |
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AUSTRALIA
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of 562 Different Adventure Trips Available |
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Barrier Reef Island
Wanderer-CN13
by Australian Pacific Touring |
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Total trip duration: 13 days. |
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Day 1 Thur. Sydney, Coffs Harbour
Depart Sydney and head north of the state to the subtropical resort town
of Coffs Harbour. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner with your tour director,
coach captain and travelling companions.
Stay: Coffs Harbour, Novotel Pacific Bay Resort |
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Day 2 Fri. Byron Bay, Brisbane
Travel to Byron Bay, famous for its bohemian lifestyle, unspoilt beaches
and coastal scenery. Watch the surfers and maybe even see dolphins off
the point. Cape Byron is the most easterly point on the Australian mainland
and is an excellent place to watch the humpback whales which travel along
the coastline (Jun.â??Jul.). Cross over the Queensland border to
its capital city, Brisbane. This evening, stay at the Royal on the Park,
conveniently located in the heart of the city, next to the lush Botanic
Gardens.
Stay: Brisbane, Royal on the Park |
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Day 3 Sat. Brisbane, Fraser Island
Visit Australia Zoo, home to over a thousand native and exotic animals
and the amazingly adventurous Irwin family. Afterwards, we continue north
to the Sunshine Coast, famous for its golden beaches fringed with native
bush. Arriving in Hervey Bay, we join a cruise to magnificent World Heritage-listed
Fraser Island.
Two Night Stay: Fraser Island, Kingfisher Bay Resort. |
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Day 4 Sun. Fraser Island, Freedom of Choice Touring,
Bush Tucker Talk & Bbq
Choose from a tour of Lake McKenzie and surrounding rainforest, or a whale
or dolphin watching cruise (seasonal). Perhaps upgrade your Freedom Of
Choice Touring to an Adventure Option â?? an enthralling full-day
4WD Beach and Lakes Tour around this pristine island (Additional cost).
Later, join a park ranger for an exclusive Bush Tucker Talk, before a delicious
barbecue dinner. |
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Day 5 Mon. Rockhampton, Botanic
Gardens
Return to the mainland this morning, cross the Tropic of Capricorn on your
way to Rockhampton. Explore the Botanic Gardens with its excellent specimens
of palms, cycads and ferns throughout the beautifully manicured gardens.
OPTIONAL UPGRADE - Henderson Park Cattle Ranch Stay Stay overnight at a
working cattle ranch, enjoying a barbecue dinner and an evening by the
campfire. (Minimum 2 passengers).
Stay: Rockhampton, Travelodge Hotel. |
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Day 6 Tue. Henderson Park, Mackay, Whitsunday Cruise
to Hamilton Island
Visit Henderson Park Cattle Station operated by a local family since 1908.
Afterwards, we join a scenic cruise from Shute Harbour across to the largest
inhabited island in the Whitsundays; Hamilton Island.
Two Night Stay: Hamilton Island Resort, stay in Guaranteed Coral View rooms
at Reef View Hotel |
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Day 7 Wed. Hamilton Island, Dine
Around Dinner
Spend your day at leisure, choosing from over 40 different activities offered
on the island. Relax by one of the seven luxurious pools, wander the shops
down at the marina or take a day trip out to the pristine Whitehaven Beach
(own expense). With a year-round temperature of 27.4C, you are sure to
relish your free time on this tropical island. In the evening enjoy pre-dinner
drinks as you watch the sun set over the Whitsundays. |
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Day 8 Thur. Whitsundays Cruise, Mission Beach,
Dunk Island
Today, cruise through the Whitsunday Passage back to the mainland. Stop
in Townsville, the centre for marine research for the Great Barrier Reef.
From Mission Beach, we will cruise to Dunk Island, another beautiful tropical
rainforest island. Tonight, enjoy dinner and unwind as the tour allows
a comfortable two night stay on this idyllic island resort.
Two Night Stay: Dunk Island Resort, Garden Room. |
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Day 9 Fri. At Leisure on Dunk
Island
Today has been left at leisure for you to relax at the resort or explore
the nearby reef and rainforest. You could start the day with a rainforest
walk and take in the spectacular views from the summit of Mt Kootaloo.
Or perhaps you could discover the vibrant marine wonders of the Great Barrier
Reef (own expense) |
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Day 10 Sat. Atherton Tablelands, Port Douglas,
Dine Around Dinner
Explore the lush Atherton Tablelands with its rich volcanic soil, high
rainfall and spectacular waterfalls. Hop on a wildlife cruise at Lake Barrine
formed by volcanic processes and surrounded by lush rainforest. Afterwards,
enjoy a short walk to beautiful Millaa Millaa Falls and then marvel at
the unusual Curtain Fig Tree. Travel to the resort town of Port Douglas
and choose to dine at a selected local restaurant along the renowned Macrossan
Street or enjoy dinner and a quiet evening at the resort.
Stay: Port Douglas, Mantra Treetops Resort and Spa, absolute luxury set
in rain forest gardens. |
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Day 11 Sun. Quicksilver Barrier
Reef Cruise, Freedom of Choice Touring
Cruise aboard the Wavepiercer and go snorkelling on the reef. Visit Low
Isles on the Wavedancerwhere you can experience an unspoilt coral Island,
or if youre looking for adventure take the Silversonic on a reef discovery.
Two Night Stay: Cairns, Rydges Tradewinds Hotel, a few steps along the
Esplanade to the night markets and lagoon. |
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Day 12 Mon. Cairns, Kuranda, Farewell Dinner
Journey aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway up to Rainforestation Nature
Park where you will be treated by the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers. Theres
also time to ride aboard the Army Duck for a journey on land and through
water. Later traverse the Kuranda Skyrail, and glide just meters above
the rainforest canopy, passing the lush Cairns Highlands and waterfalls
as we journey down the range. This evening enjoy our special Farewell
Dinner at Cairns Night Zoo â?? a great Australian night to celebrate
with your newly found friends. |
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Day 13 Tue. Cairns
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Cairns. This afternoon transfer to Cairns
Airport. |
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IRELAND - Total
of 103 Different Adventure Trips Available |
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Ireland Through
the Ages
by Brian Moore International Tours |
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Total trip duration: 10 days. |
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Day 1
Your trip begins with an overnight transatlantic flight to Dublin. (Your
airfare is not included in the tour price) Relax and enjoy the in-flight
meal service and onboard entertainment |
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Day 2: Viking Dublin
Upon arrival at Dublin airport, collect your luggage and proceed to the
arrivals hall. A representative will be there to meet you and arrange
a transfer, if purchased, to your first hotel. While getting settled
into your hotel you will have a chance to get a quick bite to eat or
just take a moment to relax. In the afternoon we will head out to our
first historical experience, Dublinia, where we will travel back in time
into Viking Ireland and learn about the history of early Dublin. Later,
enjoy a welcome reception with your tour director and fellow passengers.
Accommodation: Grand Canal Hotel or similar |
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Day 3: Pre-Christian Newgrange
After breakfast, we head north of Dublin to Newgrange in County Meath.
Newgrange dates back to 3200 BC and is one of Europe's largest and most
famous passage tombs. Here you will experience a touch of Pre-Christian
Ireland. On arrival back in Dublin, enjoy the rest of the day at your
own leisure. Perhaps have a walk through Dublin's wide Georgian streets
or take a visit to Trinity College where you can visit the Old Library
and view the ancient Book of Kells. Tonight you can opt for a traditional
Irish Night, enjoying music and entertainment the traditional Irish way
or if you prefer, spend the evening exploring Ireland's Capital City.
Accommodation: Grand Canal Hotel or similar |
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Day 4: Early Christian Wicklow & Famine Period
Wexford
We bid farewell to Dublin this morning and travel south to County Waterford.
On route we will travel through County Wicklow, otherwise known as the "Garden
of Ireland" and we will stop at Glendalough "the valley of two
lakes" famous for its spiritual history and early Christian monastic
sites. Here we can view the famous round tower and other Celtic monastic
sites. We will head on then towards County Wexford passing through the
lovely village of Avoca where the popular TV series Ballykissangel was
filmed. On arrival in Wexford we will visit the Dunbrody Famine Ship which
provides a unique, authentic re-creation from a period in history that
shaped modern day America and Ireland. Here you will hear stories from
emigrants telling their accounts of where they come from and why they are
leaving Ireland. The tour concludes with the story of famous Irish-American
achievers such as John F. Kennedy and Henry Ford. We will then continue
onto County Waterford where we will check into our hotel. This evening
enjoy the city's inviting restaurants and music filled pubs. Accommodation:
Tower Hotel or similar |
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Day 5: Viking Waterford, 15th
Century Blarney & Famine Period Cobh
This morning, after a hearty Irish breakfast we will take a walking tour
of the Viking city of Waterford, Ireland's oldest tourist destination,
first visited by the Vikings in 852 AD. Following this, we will head onto
County Cork where we will make a stop in the coastal town of Cobh, the
last port of call for the Titanic ship before it sank to its doom in 1912.
Here we will visit the Cobh heritage center which tells the story of Irish
emigration during the famine. Continuing on, we will make a stop at the
village of Blarney where you can do some shopping in the Blarney Woolen
Mills, or maybe you would like to visit Blarney castle where you can kiss
the famous Blarney stone which gives you the "gift of gab". Following
this we will head onto Killarney in County Kerry where we spend the next
two nights. Tonight enjoy dinner in your hotel. Accommodation: Killarney
Towers Hotel or similar |
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Day 6: The Ring of Kerry - Unspoiled Scenery, Ancient
Heritage
This morning, we will drive the famous Ring of Kerry, rich with an unspoilt
scenery and Irish history. On the drive we will see many beautiful views
including Moll's Gap and Ladies View. Above all the Ring of Kerry provides
an amazing insight into the ancient heritage of Ireland - see the Iron
Age Forts & Ogham Stones, Old Monasteries and a landscape carved out
of rock by the last Ice Age 10,000 years ago. On arrival back in Killarney
you can opt to step back in time and take a ride in a traditional horse
drawn cart by the Lakes of Killarney. Tonight, enjoy dinner in your hotel.
Accommodation: Killarney Towers Hotel or similar |
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Day 7: Cliffs of Moher
This morning we travel north across the Shannon Estuary to the mighty Cliffs
of Moher. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for
5 miles over the Atlantic Ocean with O'Brien's Tower standing proudly
on a headland. From the Cliffs you can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay,
as well as The Twelve Pins, the Maum Turk Mountains in Connemara and
Loop Head to the South. We then travel via an area called the Burren.
The Burren is a karst limestone area which contains dozens of megalithic
tombs and Celtic crosses. After this we will head on toward Galway where
we will first take a tour of the Claddagh area and the Cathedral before
checking into the hotel. As we will arrive late afternoon, the evening
is free for you to relax and enjoy the many excellent pubs and restaurants.
Accommodation: Harbour Hotel or similar |
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Day 8: 17th Century Galway & Celtic Aran Islands
This morning after breakfast we will head west to the coast where we will
take a ferry out to the famous Aran Islands. The islands are rich in
the language, culture and heritage of Ireland, unique in its geology
and archaeology and in its long tradition of gentle hospitality. Here
is a place to sense the spirit of Gaelic Ireland, to touch the past,
but with all the comforts and facilities of the present. On our tour
of Inishmore we will see many ruins and historical sights including Dun
Aengus, a dramatic stone fort sentinel standing on a cliff top. It is
said that the fort was built by a pre-historic tribe named "Fir
Bolg" and their leader Aengus. This evening, you are on your own
to enjoy the vibrant city of Galway. Accommodation: Harbour Hotel or
similar |
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Day 9: 19th Century Bunratty & Medieval
Banquet
After breakfast this morning we will travel south to County Clare. We will
stop at the Craggaunowen Project where the living past tells us the story
of the Celts arriving in Ireland. We continue on to Bunratty where we will
stop at the Bunratty Folk Park, a beautiful little recreated 19th Century
village which will almost make you feel like you have traveled back in
time. Here you can see first hand, how a traditional Irish village would
have looked during that time period. You may also want to take a visit
to the Castle, the most complete and authentic medieval fortress in Ireland.
There will be time to relax before we head back out for tonight's dinner.
Enjoy an evening of dinner and entertainment at the 15th Century Medieval
Bunratty Castle. Here, we get transported back to Medieval Ireland through
an array of song and dance and a typical medieval feast in the company
of the Castle's Lords and Ladies. Accommodation: South Court or similar |
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Day 10: Shannon - USA
After breakfast, we depart for Shannon airport (transfer cost not included). |
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COLORADO RIVER
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of 12 Different Adventure Trips Available |
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Canyonlands-Arches
Multi-Sport
by The World Outdoors |
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Total trip duration: 6 days. |
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Day 1 Moab
We begin our journey on mountain bikes into the heart of Canyon Country
on the Monitor and Merrimac trail, looping around several buttes and
monoliths, with views into Arches National Park and Seven-Mile Canyon |
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Day 2 Canyonlands
Deep into the outback of Canyonlands National Park, we follow a footpath
past soaring monuments and spectacular amphitheaters full of colorful
pinnacles. Looking for some more adventure? The Joint Trail follows a
stretch of connecting deep, narrow crevices--some only two to three feet
wide within a massive rock expanse |
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Day 3 Medieval Canyon
Experience a day of introductory canyoneering in Medieval Canyon under
the care of exceptional instructors. Next we rappel off Morning Glory
Arch, the world's fourth largest. This is one of the most spectacular
settings for rappelling to be found anywhere |
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Day 4 Colorado River-Fisher Towers
Jump into inflatable kayaks or rafts for a frolic on the Colorado River
and hike to soaring Fisher Towers, the setting for several western movies |
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Day 5 Moab
Strap on a climbing harness for an introduction to the sport of rock climbing.
Learn the fundamentals in the morning--equipment, terminology, and belaying--and
then progress to several basic climbs |
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Day 6 Arches
Explore slickrock grottoes and narrow slot canyons in the mysterious Fiery
Furnace and then switch to mountain bikes for some fun slickrock riding
on the way to Tower Arch.
Camping Highlights: The crackling campfire, the desert silence, and
the glow of the sunrise on canyon walls are all part of the allure
of camping in the Utah outback. Our backcountry camps are set in stunning
red rock locations in Canyonlands National Park and on the banks of
the Colorado River.
Inn Highlights: Sitting along a bend in the Colorado River known as "White
Rapids," Red Cliffs Lodge is a great base for recreational activity.
Once a ranch, the lodge has served as a movie set for many classic
films as well as several John Wayne films. Southwestern luxury in the
heart of Moab defines the Gonzo Inn with its spacious rooms and welcoming
pool and spa.
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