Best of Touring - Spring/Summer 2023 PTC

Hand-picked offers and exclusive tour holidays from Hays Travel

HAND-PICKED OFFERS & EXCLUSIVE HOLIDAYS Best of Touring

Walk on the wild side and step into your own nature documentary

Ancient cultures meet extraordinary landscapes North Africa & the Middle East page 39

Destinations don’t get any bigger Australia & New Zealand page 58

There’s too much to see to stay in one place Say hello to South America page 65

SPRING/SUMMER 2023 EDITION

Inside our spring edition, you’ll find an array of bucket list explorations, discovering grand tours of Canada, Scandinavia and South Africa, alongside island hopping in the Maldives, Croatia and French Polynesia. There’s something for everyone and anyone wanting to discover the marvellous destinations around the globe in a more detailed getaway. North Africa and the Middle East is becoming increasingly more popular with customers, offering history, culture and adventure for you to explore. And what better way to experience all that they have to offer than on a touring itinerary. Taking a tour is a fantastic way to discover and consume what the world has to offer, providing you with comfort and guidance from one of our touring operators, whilst also allowing you free time to explore at your own curiosity. Whether you’re seeking solo adventures, wanting a more energetic escape of walking, hiking or trekking, or enjoying the experience by rail or cruise, touring caters for it all. Hays Travel works with over 60 different touring operators to bring the very best getaways for your personal needs - no matter what age, fitness, travel style or budget, we’ve got a tour for you. Not sure of what you’re looking for? Inside you’ll discover inspiration from our own personal touring experiences, to discovering new destinations, to why touring is excellent value for money. If you see something that you’ll enjoy, we look forward to hearing from you - in one of our branches, on the phone or via Facebook. Welcome What a year it has been for so many of our customers wanting to discover every corner of the world, and from the highlights of south America through to adventures across Australia and New Zealand, this edition of Best of Touring promises to be the most exciting yet!

4 Why it pays to take a tour

19 Take a walk on the wild side

39 Discover North Africa & the Middle East

We hope that you’ll enjoy this edition!

Destinations don’t get any bigger

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Advertised offers are based on 2 adults sharing a standard room unless otherwise stated. Single supplements apply. All offers are subject to availability and can change without notice and may go up or down in price. All offers requiring a flight will be inclusive of return flights and overseas transfers from the UK unless otherwise stated and is based on the cheapest UK departure airport and travel date. All information is correct at time of print, Itineraries can be changed and amended without notice and will be confirmed at time of booking. Selected advertised offers are not combinable with any current promotion(s) unless otherwise stated. Any supplier promotion(s) advertised in this mailer are subject to their terms and conditions and may be withdrawn at any time. COVID: Select suppliers will require guests to be fully vaccinated before travel. Proof of vaccination and the dates given may be required at the airport prior to boarding. Failure to provide this evidence may result in denial of boarding at the guest’s own expense, however current government guidelines at the time of booking may change prior to departure resulting in a change to this information. Due to evolving health protocols, some imagery and messaging may not accurately reflect current destination offerings, or the public health standards and government requirements that modify or limit these offerings. Experiences, features, itineraries, and guest conduct rules vary by supplier and destination and are subject to change without notice. Supplier terms and conditions apply please contact your local Hays Travel branch for the most up to date information.

Say hello to South America

GRAND TOURS

31 Pushing your limits to reach new heights

12 HAYS EXCLUSIVES

16 ISLAND HOPPING

20 NATURAL WONDERS

34 SOLO TOURS

42 RAIL JOURNEYS

46 WALKING, HIKING & TREKKING

52 CLOSER TO HOME

60 HISTORY & CULTURE

68 BEST SELLERS

WHY IT PAYS TO TAKE A TOUR

With the cost of living never far from the headlines, value-for-money is more important than ever - and this includes holidays.

Expert tour managers and guides Our experienced English-speaking tour managers and guides will bring your trip to life. A knowledgeable tour manager will be with you throughout the trip, taking care of every detail of the arrangements to make sure you have the best-ever experience. Available to answer all your questions, they can also provide plenty of tips on things to do and places to eat to make the most of your free time. Similarly, we hand-pick knowledgeable guides to lead excursions and provide in-depth commentary and personal insight that go way beyond what you’ll find in a guidebook. Make the most of your time You’ll spend more time enjoying your holiday on a guided tour. Whether you’ve got your sights set on India’s majestic Taj Mahal, the perfectly preserved Roman site at Pompeii or the red rose rock-cut city of Petra in Jordan, we’ll organise all the entry tickets and in many cases you will avoid any queues. We also offer exclusive access to various attractions outside normal opening hours, plus unique off-grid experiences such as hearing stories about country singer Johnny Cash from a member of his family in Nashville.

With more than 40 years’ experience organising touring holidays around the globe, we offer getaways for every purse - from budget-friendly options to once-in-a-lifetime experiences - without cutting any corners along the way. With so much included in the price, a tour is a really cost-effective way to travel and you can leave all the planning to us. Take a look at our handy guide to find out why it pays to take a touring holiday and what’s involved. We’ve got it covered Start organising a holiday independently and it soon starts to add up in both time and cost. Whereas we do all the legwork for you, and all you have to do is choose where to go. Our tours typically include accommodation, flights, transfers and additional transportation, as well as some - or all - meals, excursions, entrance fees, porterage and even tips. Each holiday clearly lists what’s included which means you won’t have any nasty surprises at the end. This makes it easier to budget for your well- earned getaway and you can use the money you’ve saved on treats, souvenirs and gifts to bring home.

There’s a tour for everyone If you’re looking to discover destinations less- travelled or popular holiday spots, we’ve got inspirational itineraries to suit everyone. Our holidays can take you off the beaten track in Asia, to buzzing European cities and everywhere else in between. As well as coach tours, a host of other travel options can take you aboard famous trains such as Australia’s Indian Pacific or Canada’s Rocky Mountaineer, beautiful cruise ships or your own two feet on our walking holidays. There are dedicated tours for solos, travellers who enjoy flexibility and independence and family- friendly itineraries, plus themed tours such as history and culture or island hopping in the crystal clear waters of Croatia and Tahiti. Whatever your interest, we’ve got a tour for you.

GRAND TOURS

Carefully selected from every corner of the world, our Grand Tours are a guaranteed way to make memories to last a lifetime. From the land down under to the plains of Africa, you’ll find a bucket list destination to tick off your list.

Sydney Opera House

Bergen, Norway

12 day tour Focus on Scandinavia

House, Parliament, and Akershus Castle. The afternoon drive takes you to the Telemark region for the night. Day 6: Telemark Area-Vemork - Bergen Visit the Vemork Museum in Vemork; before crossing the Hardangerfjord from Utne to Kvanndal by ferry with a picture stop at Steindalsfossen Waterfall. An included orientation tour introduces you to Bergen. Day 7: Bergen Bergen is built on seven hills with the fjords on one side and 1,000-foot Mount Fløyen on the other. Spend the day exploring at leisure or join an optional excursion to discover Bergen’s history, traditions, and amazing views. Day 8: Bergen - Sognefjord/Nærøyfjord Cruise - Fagernes Area More spectacular scenery awaits on a drive towards the Sognefjord to embark on a scenic cruise on one of Norway’s mightiest fjords, the Nærøyfjord. Continue to the Fagernes area. Day 9: Fagernes Area - Lillehammer - Karlstad, Sweden The mountain resort of Lillehammer is first; before a scenic drive along Lake Mjøsa. Continue towards Sweden through Värmland’s unspoiled forest and lakes to Karlstad by Lake Vänern. Day 10: Karlstad - Mariefred - Stockholm Leave Karlstad and head east towards Stockholm via Mariefred. Admire majestic Gripsholm Castle in an enchanting rural setting. The Swedish capital beckons with its unique setting on 14 islands between Lake Mäleren and the Baltic Sea. Day 11: Stockholm Witness Stockholm’s crystalline waters that flow through its intersecting canals, palaces, castles, and parks. Your city sightseeing takes in all the highlights including the City Hall. Day 12: Fly from Stockholm to UK Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. Make your final farewells to the group and head to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

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Fredrikshavn

Telemark Area

Fagernes Area

Stockholm

Copenhagen

Oslo

Bergen

Karlstad

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Day 1: Fly from the UK to Copenhagen Transfer from the airport to the hotel and check into your room. The rest of the day is free to explore Copenhagen. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions. Day 2: Copenhagen Orientation drive to discover Copenhagen’s landmarks, architectural masterpieces, and famous sites including the Little Mermaid. Optional tour of Zealand’s castles is also available. Day 3: Copenhagen - Odense - Frederikshavn Journey northwards across the Great Belt bridge; which connects to the fairy-tale island of Funen. Stop in Odense, Hans Christian Andersen’s hometown, and travel via the Little Belt waterway to the Jutland Peninsula’s Frederikshavn. Day 4: Frederikshavn -Hirtshals - Langesund, Norway - Oslo Take a ferry ride from Hirtshals across Skagerrak to Langesund; continue by road to Oslo, Norway’s capital city. Day 5: Oslo - Telemark Area An included Oslo sightseeing tour reveals Gustav Vigeland’s sculptures, National Theater, Broadcasting

Reasons to love this ♥ Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Bryggen, Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord, and the Rjukan-Notodden industrial heritage site at Vemork ♥ Take the ferry across the Hardangerfjord from Utne to Kvanndal with a picture stop at Steindalsfossen Waterfall ♥ Embark for a breath-taking cruise on one of Norway’s mightiest fjords, the Nærøyfjord Your holiday includes ✓ Meals consist of 11 breakfasts & 5 dinners ✓ Tour manager, international flights, 4* accommodation & overseas transportation

There’s more to love , more included and more to add . Contact us today for details.

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Angkot Thom East Gate, Siem Reap, Cambodia

17 day tour Grand Tour of Indochina

Day 7: Hoi An Day at leisure. Optional class at Red Bridge cooking school. Day 8: Hue Morning drive over Hai Van Pass to Hue, stopping at Cham Museum en route. Visit the Tombs of the Nguyen emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh and stay at Pilgrimage Village. Day 9: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City Morning cyclo ride to Imperial Citadel and Purple Forbidden City. River cruise to Thiên Mụ Temple. Fly to Ho Chi Minh City. Check into Grand Hotel. Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City Morning drive to Cu Chi Tunnels. Afternoon city tour to Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and War Remnants Museum. Day 11: Mekong Delta Drive to Cai Be and explore the Mekong Delta by boat and on foot. Day 12: Fly to Phnom Penh, Cambodia Fly to Phnom Penh and check into La Rose Suites. Day 13: Phnom Penh Morning visit to Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and National Museum. Afternoon tour of Tuol Sleng Museum of Genocide and Choeung Ek Killing Fields. Day 14: Fly to Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap and check into Tara Angkor Hotel. Visit Angkor National Museum and Angkor Thom with a sunset boat ride. Day 15: Angkor Temples Visit Angkor Wat, lunch in Siem Reap, and explore Terrace of the Elephants, Terrace of the Leper King, and Bayon Temple. Farewell dinner at Khmer House. Day 16-17: Angkor Temples and Fly back to the UK Excursion to Banteay Srei and Neak Pean. Say farewell to your group and transfer to the airport for your overnight flight back to the UK.

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Cruise on Lan Ha Bay

Hoi An

Ho Chi Minh City

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Angkor temples

Hanoi, Vietnam

Danang

Hue

Mekong Delta

Siem Reap

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Day 1: Fly from the UK to Hanoi Fly overnight from the UK to Hanoi to start your adventure with us. Day 2: Hanoi Transfer to The Ann Hotel Hanoi (or similar). Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Day 3: Hanoi Visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Museum of Ethnology, Hoàn Kiếm Lake, and Ngoc Son Temple with lunch at KOTO restaurant. Optional evening water puppet show. Day 4: Cruise on Lan Ha Bay Cruise on Lan Ha Bay. Overnight aboard the Indochine. Day 5: Fly to Danang - Hoi An A morning cruise around the karst limestone islands. Disembark, fly to Danang, and check into Boutique Hoi An Resort. Day 6: Hoi An Morning walking tour of Hoi An. Lunch at Streets International restaurant. Afternoon at leisure or optional excursion to Mỹ Sơn.

Reasons to love this ♥ Cruise in the less-visited Lan Ha Bay, Vietnam ♥ Explore the Mekong Delta by boat & foot ♥ Sunset boat ride on Angkor Thom Moat, Cambodia ♥ Journey to Angkor Wat ♥ Enjoy a meal in a restored royal home from the Nguyen dynasty era in Hue, Vietnam ♥ Day at leisure in Hoi An Your holiday includes ✓ Meals consist of 15 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 4 dinners ✓ Tour manager, international flights, 4* accommodation, overseas transportation, all sightseeing & entry fees

There’s more to love , more included and more to add . Contact us today for details.

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Kruger National Park

Table Mountain, Cape- Town

Cape Winelands

23 day tour Grand Tour of South Africa

Enjoy a nature walk. Cross back to Zululand for two nights at Ghost Mountain Inn. Enter Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Reserve for a morning game drive and visit a Zulu homestead and community. Day 10-11: Dundee Cruise on Lake Jozini. Visit Talana Museum and enjoy a ‘braai’ at the MOTH Hall. Two nights at Battlefields Country Lodge. Meet a specialist guide at Isandlwana and continue to Rorke’s Drift. Day 12: Drakensberg Drive up to Spioenkop battlefield. Overnight at Cathedral Peak Hotel. Day 13-15: Cape Town Fly to Cape Town for three nights at Pepper Club Hotel. Tour Cape Peninsula - Hout Bay, Cape Point, Boulders Beach, Good Hope Nature Reserve. Dinner with drumming lesson. Visit Table Mountain (excludes cableway ticket) and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Bo-Kaap, and Castle of Good Hope. Afternoon tea at Mount Nelson Hotel. Harbour cruise. Day 16-17: Oudtshoorn Travel to Oudtshoorn and visit CP Nel Museum and Cango Caves. Two nights at Protea Riempie Hotel. Ascend Swartberg Pass to the Ou Tolhuis base of the H.O.P.E Foundation. Wine tasting and Meiringspoort Waterfall. Day 18-19: Knysna Cross Outeniqua Pass to George’s Transport Museum. Two nights at Knysna’s Moorings Hotel. Sunset cruise. Explore Tsitsikamma National Park and visit Plettenberg Bay. Day 20: Franschhoek Visit Mossel Bay’s Dias Museum. Three nights at Le Franschhoek Hotel. Day 21: Stellenbosch Visit the Huguenot Memorial and Stellenbosch. Wine tasting at Stark Condé and Eikendal wine estates. Day 22: Winelands Wine tasting at Delaire Graff estate. Farewell dinner at the hotel.

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Kruger National Park

Mkuze

Drakensberg

Oudtshoorn

Winelands

Pretoria

Eswatini

Dundee

Cape Town

Knysna

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Day 1: Fly from the UK to Johannesburg Fly overnight from selected airports and arrive the next day at Johannesburg where you adventure begins. Transfer to your hotel and meet the rest of your group. Day 2: Pretoria Drive to Pretoria. View Church Square, Union Buildings, and Voortrekker Monument. Two nights at Court Classique Hotel. Welcome dinner with wine tasting. Day 3: Soweto Visit Soweto, Military Museum, and Hector Pietersen Memorial. Day 4-6: Kruger National Park Travel to Kruger National Park via Panorama Route, Blyde River Canyon, and Pilgrim’s Rest village. Three nights at Nkambeni Tented Lodge. Full-day game drive with a ‘safari lunch’. Optional bush walk (£80) or game drive (£70) Day 7: Eswatini Travel to Eswatini for a singing and dance performance. Visit National Museum. Overnight at Foresters Arms Country Lodge. Day 8-9: Zululand Visit Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary and a traditional village.

Reasons to love this ♥ 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Swartberg mountains ♥ Explore Tsitsikamma National Park ♥ Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary and a traditional village ♥ Morning game drive in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Reserve Your holiday includes ✓ Meals consist of 21 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 11 dinners ✓ Local tour leader, international flights, accommodation & overseas transportation Why not add + Extend your trip in Victoria Falls for four nights at the 5-star Victoria Falls Hotel

Day 23: Cape Town to UK Overnight flight to London.

There’s more to love , more included and more to add . Contact us today for details.

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Rocky Mountaineer

Lake Louise

Vancouver

17 day tour Grand Tour of Canada & the Rocky Mountaineer

Day 7: Toronto - Calgary Fly to Calgary with free time to visit nearby Fort Calgary, Studio Bell National Music Centre, and Calgary Tower. Day 8: Banff Enjoy Banff National Park’s scenery and animal and birdlife en route to Banff. Optional excursion to the top of Sulphur Mountain by cable car. Day 9: Lake Louise Lake Louise awaits - a glacial, jade-green lake surrounded by towering peaks with the famous Chateau Lake Louise on its shores. Day 10: Rocky Mountaineer The journey of a lifetime begins as you step aboard the iconic Rocky Mountaineer train. Sit back, relax, and take in the stunning vistas as you travel through the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops. Day 11: Rocky Mountaineer Re-board the Rocky Mountaineer and travel alongside the Thompson River and via Fraser River’s dramatic canyons to Vancouver. Day 12: Vancouver Tour Vancouver’s Gastown district, Chinatown, and Stanley Park. Optional excursion to Vancouver’s Northshore leads to Capilano Suspension Bridge and a cable car ride up Grouse Mountain. Day 13: Vancouver - Victoria Board the ferry to Victoria on Vancouver Island. Experience Butchart Gardens and Victoria’s highlights on Explore Victoria at your own pace. Wildlife enthusiasts can join an optional whale-watching excursion to see orca or killer whales in their natural environment. Day 15: Victoria - Vancouver Head back to Vancouver by ferry; followed by a day and evening at leisure. Day 16-17: Fly from Vancouver to the UK Your journey with us ends today. You will be transferred to the airport ready for your overnight flight back to the UK. an included sightseeing tour. Day 14: Victoria at Leisure

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Holiday of a lifetime, every time.

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Quebec City

Toronto

Calgary

Lake Louise

Vancouver

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Montreal

Ottawa

Niagara Falls

Banff

Rocky Mountaineer

Victoria

Day 1: Fly from the UK to Montreal Fly to Montreal and transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay. Day 2: Quebec City Full-day tour of Quebec City. Highlights include Château Frontenac, Cathedral-Basilica of Notre Dame, and Citadelle. Day 3: Montreal - Ottawa Discover Montreal on a sightseeing tour. Later, head to Ottawa and get your bearings on a tour. Day 4: Ottawa - Toronto Travel to Toronto for the next three nights; stopping en route at Rockport to enjoy the 1000 Islands on a sightseeing cruise. Day 5: Toronto Get your bearings on a Toronto tour and later explore at leisure. Perhaps ascend to CN Tower’s LookOut level for

Reasons to love this ♥ Step aboard the iconic Rocky Mountaineer for a two-day journey ♥ Enjoy breath-taking views of the famous Niagara Falls ♥ Cruise the 1000 Islands from Rockport ♥ Visit one of Canada’s most beautiful sights, Lake Louise ♥ Tour of the stunning Banff National Park ♥ Journey to Vancouver Island by ferry ♥ Plenty of optional excursions to make your tour more unique Your holiday includes ✓ Meals consist of 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & a welcome drink ✓ Tour manager, international flights, accommodation & overseas transportation

amazing cityscapes? Day 6: Niagara Falls

Visit Niagara-on-the-Lake before Niagara Falls beckons. Here you’ll enjoy free time to experience the thundering waters - take a boat ride or ‘Journey Behind the Falls’.

There’s more to love , more included and more to add . Contact us today for details.

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Uluru Rock

26 day tour Grand Antipodean Odyssey

Day 12-13: Sydney Take a tour of Sydney’s highlights including the iconic Opera House, Australia’s oldest park - the wonderful Royal Botanical Gardens, and Hyde Park, home to Sydney’s ANZAC Memorial. Day 14: Sydney - Queenstown Leaving Australia behind; arrive in attractive Queenstown, on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, flanked by The Remarkables mountain range. Day 15: Milford Sound Journey along alpine roads to stunning Milford Sound. Day 16: Queenstown Day 17: Wanaka Taste Gibbston Valley Winery’s finest Pinot Noir near the scenic shores of Lake Wanaka. Day 18: Franz Josef Embark on a river safari down the Haast River to Roaring Billy Falls. Day 19: Arthur’s Pass - Christchurch Board the TranzAlpine train and travel through gorges and river valleys. Day 20: Akaroa A day trip to Akaroa including a cruise through an extinct volcano crater. Day 21: Christchurch - Rotorua Day 22: Rotorua Experience the Whakarewarewa Thermal Village and enjoy a traditional ‘hangi’ feast accompanied by song and dance in Tamaki Māori Village. Day 23-24: Auckland A tour of Auckland, the ‘Queen City’, formed on the ridges of volcanic lava flows. Day 25-26: Fly back to the UK Our odyssey almost at an end. Hop on your transfer to the airport for your overnight flight back to the UK. Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.

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Great Barrier Reef

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Alice Springs

Kata Tjuta

Queenstown

Wanaka

Arthur’s Pass

Akaroa

Auckland

Perth

Uluru

Cairns

Sydney

Milford Sound

Franz Josef

Christchurch

Rotorua

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Day 1: Fly from the UK to Perth Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Perth. Day 2-4: Perth Arrive into Perth this evening and transfer to your hotel. A tour of famous Perth and a cruise along the Swan River. Day 5: Perth - Alice Springs A tour of the beautiful Alice Springs. Day 6: Uluru Witness the magic of the Uluru rock as the sun begins to set. Day 7: Uluru - Kata Tjuta - Cairns Wake early to catch the glorious sunrise viewing of Uluru; followed by a tour of Kata Tjuta. Day 8: Cairns Today is free to spend as you wish. Day 9: Great Barrier Reef Step aboard a full-day trip to the Great Barrier Reef, including a visit to a sand Island and snorkelling in the calm, warm water. Day 10-11: Cairns - Sydney With your discovery of tropical Queensland at an end, you’ll return to the airport for your flight to Sydney.

Reasons to love this ♥ A full-day tour of the Great Barrier Reef, spending time at Sand Island and snorkelling with colourful reef fish ♥ Be captivated by a sunset viewing of Uluru ♥ Magical sunrise tour of Uluru and visit to Kata Tjuta ♥ Tour and wine tasting at Gibbston Valley Winery ♥ Glide across New Zealand on the TranzAlpine train Your holiday includes ✓ Meals consist of 23 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 2 dinners ✓ Tour manager, international flights, accommodation, overseas transportation & VIP UK airport transfers

There’s more to love , more included and more to add . Contact us today for details.

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HAYS EXCLUSIVES

Our Hays Exclusives give a more bespoke personal touch to touring. Campervans, local experts, and optional excursions make your journey unique and tailored to your taste.

Gadi Sagar lake, Jaipur, India

Uluru

Sydney Harbour

Great Barrier Reef

11 day tour Sydney, Rock and Reef

high. A guide will conduct a tour of the night sky and tell Aboriginal stories that relate to the stars. Day 6: Ayers Rock Get excited for your Morning Uluru Sunrise & Field of Light Tour. You will be able to enjoy the 50,000 globes of light in the desert. Enjoy a beverage as the sun starts to creep light throughout the sky. After sunrise you will be transferred to back your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Day 7: Ayers Rock - Port Douglas Its time for your final destination, Port Douglas. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairns, transfer privately to Port Douglas. The rest of the day is at leisure. Day 8: Port Douglas Head off on your Outer Barrier Reef Cruise at Port Douglas Marina and explore Agincourt Reef which is located at the very outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. These ribbon reefs are recognised as the most pristine eco-systems in the reef’s environment. Day 9: Port Douglas Get excited for your Kuranda & Skyrail Tour. Travel by rail to Kuranda, enjoying views across the cane fields of Cairns and tropical rainforest of Kuranda. Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to return to Cairns. There are two stops en route to explore, including boardwalks and the CSIRO Interpretive Centre. Day 10: Port Douglas Enjoy a free day to spend at leisure in Port Douglas. Perhaps get up close to Australia’s native wildlife at ‘Wildlife Habitat’ in Port Douglas. Take in views of the Rainforest from the treetop canopy walk. Day 11: Port Douglas - UK Today your holiday comes to an end. After checking out of your hotel, you will be privately transferred to Cairns Airport for your return flight home to the UK.

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Ayers Rock

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Sydney

Cairns

Day 1: Fly from the UK to Sydney Upon arrival at Sydney Airport, you will be transferred privately to your hotel for a four-night stay on a room- only basis. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Day 2: Sydney Head on the Blue Mountains Deluxe Day Tour. Stop at Calmsley Hill, a working farm also home to Kangaroo, Emu, Wombat and Koala. Arrive at Eaglehawk Lookout for views of the famous Three Sisters. Stop at Blackheath for a 2-course lunch and enjoy a glass of sparkling wine. Day 3: Sydney Enjoy a free day to spend at leisure in Sydney. The city is the perfect place to stock up on clothes, handcrafted jewellery and chic homeware, or perhaps chill out at one of Sydney’s beaches. Day 4: Hunter Valley This morning you’ll head on your Full-Day Hunter Valley Food and Wine Experience Tour. Arrive at opulent Leogate Estate Wines and enjoy a tasting overlooking the Brokenback Ranges. Finish the day at Roche Estate. Day 5: Sydney - Ayers Rock (Uluru) Fly to Ayers Rock! Head on your ‘Uluru Sunset & BBQ Tour’ to the sunset viewing area, which is 348 metres

Reasons to love this ♥ Enjoy a tour to the stunning Blue Mountains and visit the outlooks of the Jamison Valley ♥ Experience the geological phenomenon and iconic Uluru in all its beauty, Enjoy nibbles and a complimentary glass of wine ♥ Go in search of Nemo and take a dip in the world famous Great Barrier Reef. Adjacent to the Coral Sea trench, these ribbon reefs are recognised as the most pristine eco- systems in the reef’s environment Your holiday includes ✓ Specially selected sightseeing to complement each stop ✓ International flights, 4* accommodation & overseas transportation

There’s more to love , more included and more to add . Contact us today for details.

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14 day tour New Zealand by Campervan

A self-guided drive tour of New Zealand is one of the most popular ways to explore this part of the world. In Auckland collect your campervan to begin your journey. From nature parks, natural springs and a plethora of history, you’ll make memories to last a lifetime on this tour.

Queenstown

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Auckland

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Experience the open road

Reasons to love this ♥ Drive to UNESCO registered Mt. Aspiring National Park

Your holiday includes ✓ 13 nights motorhome hire ✓ Interisland ferry ✓ International flights

♥ Adventure to Hobbiton and dine at the famous Green Dragon

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12 day tour Mombasa Rendezvous Safari & Beach Explore three of Kenya’s premier parks on expert led game drives, searching for the big 5 and more with awe inspiring photo opportunities with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop before heading to Mombasa’s beaches for some relaxation.

Mombassa

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Tsavo East National Park

Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

Mombasa

Amboseli National Park

Mombasa

Game drive, Tsavo National Park

Reasons to love this ♥ Search for the big 5 on your expert guided safaris ♥ Explore differing habitats at Tsavo East and Amboseli game reserves

Your holiday includes ✓ Meals consist of 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches & 11 dinners ✓ All park fees and government taxes ✓ Safari lodges and game drives

♥ Instagrammable photo ops with Mt. Kilimanjaro as a backdrop ♥ Relax at your all inclusive beachside resort in Mombasa

✓ Safari Guide, international flights, 4* accommodation & overseas transfers

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Taj Mahal, Agra

15 day tour India’s Golden Triangle & Goa

Day 4: Agra After a leisurely breakfast head out for your visit to Agra Fort. This walled imperial city was founded in 1565 and is a well-deserving UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its palaces, grand mosques and elaborate public hall are crafted from pink-red sandstone and are testament to an era when Indo-Muslim art, strongly marked by influences from Persia, was at its height. Continue to the Tomb of I’timād-ud-Daulah, a Mughal mausoleum built for the grandfather of the Mumtaz Mahal, who the Taj Mahal was in turn built for. the tomb is colloquially known as the “jewel box”, or the “Baby Taj”. Day 5: Agra - Jaipur Transfer to Jaipur by car. En route, visit the abandoned city, Fatehpur Sikri in the province of Uttar Pradesh, which is one of the best preserved collections of Mughal architecture in India. Continue onto Abhaneri, a small village of the Dausa district in northern Rajasthan and home to one of the largest step wells in India. Your evening is free in Jaipur Day 6: Jaipur Enjoy a full-day city tour of Jaipur. Visit Amer Fort, where a jeep ride will spare you the trouble of walking up to the fortress. Reach the top of the Amer Fort and stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls, and learn about the Hindu and Mughal traditions that influenced the design of this impressive structure. You’ll also visit Jaipur City Palace. Day 7: Jaipur Enjoy a free day at leisure for further exploration of this fascinating, colourful city. Day 8: Jaipur - Goa Transfer to Jaipur airport for your short flight to Goa, on arrival transfer to your Goa Beach hotel. Days 9-14: Goa Enjoy your time in Goa with its blend of Indian & Portuguese cultures, beautiful beaches and spiritual heritage. Day 15: Fly from Goa to the UK After breakfast transfer in time for your departure flight.

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Agra

Goa

Delhi

Jaipur

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Day 1: Fly from the UK to Delhi Meet your tour representative will be at the airport to transfer to your hotel. Spend the night at leisure. Day 2: Delhi Enjoy a full-day city tour of Old and New Delhi. In Old Delhi, see sights including Jama Masjid, one of Asia’s largest mosques; Chandni Chowk, Asia’s largest wholesale market; the Red Fort; and the Raj Ghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. The tour continues in New Delhi, where you will visit Qutub Minar, the 16th century Humayun’s Tomb, and drive past India Gate. Day 3: Delhi - Agra Transfer to Agra by car. Later at dusk, visit the mesmerising Taj Mahal. This iconic building is not only an architectural masterpiece, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the new Seven Wonders of the World - it’s also the enduring legacy of a royal love story. Combining Islamic, Persian, Ottoman Turkish and Indian design elements, it’s an awe-inspiring structure of elegant domes and white marble, which changes colour along with the light - pink at sunrise, pearly white in the afternoon and silver-gold in the full moon.

Reasons to love this ♥ Fully flexible itinerary ♥ Discover the breathtaking Taj Mahal ♥ Experience a taste of Old and New Delhi ♥ Discover the must-see sites of India’s Golden Triangle

♥ Relax on Goa’s golden beaches Your holiday includes

✓ Meals consist of 14 breakfasts, 14 dinners ✓ International flights, 5* accommodation, all overseas transportation & services of a local guide for included excursions Why not add + Local excursions in Goa from £45pp

There’s more to love , more included and more to add . Contact us today for details.

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ISLAND HOPPING

What better way to admire an island than by the sea? Step onboard with your crew and embark on your adventure to explore some of the world’s most beautiful islands more uniquely.

Snorkeling in coral reef, Maldives

7 day tour Maldives Dhoni Explorer

This seven-day cruise around the extraordinary islands of the Maldives by traditional dhoni boat; takes you to lagoons, perfect beaches, and isolated sandbars that might only have existed in your dreams.

Indian Ocean sea-life

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South Malé Atoll

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Malé

Felidhu Atholhu

Maldives beach

Reasons to love this ♥ Maldives beach time ♥ Fulidhoo Island visit and Bodu Beru performance

Your holiday includes ✓ Meals consist of 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 6 dinners ✓ Seven days aboard a traditional dhoni boat

♥ Felidhu Island visit ♥ Bodu Mora Island visit

✓ Local tour leader, skipper, international flights, accommodation and overseas transportation

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11 day tour Tahiti, the Society and Tuamotu Islands This 11-day adventure around Tahiti, the Society Islands, and Tuamotu showcases some of the most pristine parts of the world - from jungle to coral reefs and everything in between.

Bora Bora

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Bora Bora

Raiatea

Makatea

Tikehau

Mo’orea

Papeete, Tahiti

Taha’s

Huahine

Rangiroa

Tetiaroa

Papeete, Tahiti

Tahitian canoe

Reasons to love this ♥ Snorkel, swim, and spot marine life in the Blue Lagoon in Rangiroa ♥ Tour of a local fish farm in Tikehau, also known as the Pink Sand Island

Your holiday includes ✓ Cruise coordinator, small cruise ship, international flights, crew and overseas transportation

♥ Take a jungle walk in Mo’orea, the island that inspired the mythical Bali Hai from James Michener’s Tales of the South Pacific

✓ Meals consist of 10 breakfast, 9 lunches & 10 dinners

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Mljet

8 day tour Croatian Island Hopping

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Holiday of a lifetime, every time.

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Korcula

Mljet

Solta

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Split

Dubrovnik

Hvar

Split

Dubrovnik

Day 5: Dubrovnik - Mljet Take a gentle journey north along the beautiful Adriatic coastline to Mljet. In the company of an expert Local Guide, you’ll uncover this important and impressive national park, which is a beautiful combination of saltwater lakes and dense forests. Day 6: Mljet - Hvar - Solta Step ashore in the main town for an optional walking tour. Next, you’ll head to the tranquil island of Solta. This fishing village is famed for its fleet of ancient wooden ships originally used to transport the island’s wine and olive oil to the mainland. Day 7: Solta - Split Your final port of call is Split. You’ll explore during a guided walking tour, with the Diocletian’s Palace a stunning highlight. Back on the ship, there’s a lovely farewell evening planned. Day 8: Fly from Split to the UK Its time to bid your fellow travellers farewell as you are transported back to the airport for your flight home to the UK.

Day 1: Fly from the UK to Split On arrival, you’ll be transferred to the harbour where your ship, exclusively chartered for Travelsphere customers, and its crew are waiting to greet you. Day 2: Split - Korcula As you cruise to Korcula you’ll learn all about the process of making olive oil and enjoy a tasting. You can join an optional guided walking tour, or you can make your own discoveries during free time, before heading back to the ship. Day 3: Korcula - Dubrovnik Sail to Dubrovnik. Take a stroll through the beautiful Old Town; you could choose to walk around the magnificent city walls and take in stunning views of the Old Town and Adriatic Sea. If you’d like to see the city from a different perspective; why not take to the water and kayak beneath the city walls on the exciting optional excursion? Day 4: Dubrovnik Soak up more of Dubrovnik’s beauty on a guided tour of the Old Town. Back aboard the ship, tonight a special Captain’s Dinner gives you a great excuse to dress up.

Reasons to love this ♥ Discover UNESCO-listed Split

♥ Explore Dubrovnik’s stunning Old Town ♥ Tour of the picturesque Mljet National Park ♥ Journey through Split on a walking tour ♥ Plenty of optional extras to make your tour more unique ♥ Taste home-made olive oil on board your ship Your holiday includes ✓ Meals consist of 7 breakfast, 4 lunches, 4 dinners & a welcome drink ✓ Tour manager, international flights, 5* Deluxe MV Adriatic Pearl & overseas transportation

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Imagine the scene. It’s dawn, and the blood red sun rises over the silhouettes of flat-topped Acacia trees in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. The safari truck stops. Ahead is a herd of elephants, led by a matriarch with playful babies scampering alongside.

Or you’re on an Arctic expedition ship as the captain interrupts lunch to make a surprise announcement. You head out on deck, cheeks tingling in the crisp air. Set against the backdrop of a shimmering glacier is the spine-tingling sight of a majestic polar bear hunting for food. Nothing beats the thrill of seeing wild creatures in their natural environment; it’s like stepping into your own nature documentary. We’re here to put you in that picture with our wildlife tours and set the scene for some animal magic. In the Galapagos, the astonishingly biodiverse volcanic archipelago off Ecuador, mammals, birds and reptiles have no fear of humans. You’ll snorkel alongside sea lions, tropical penguins and turtles and capture incredible close-up shots of dragon-like golden iguanas, dazzling blue-footed boobies and giant tortoises.

Maybe your wish list includes spotting Africa’s big five, tracking a royal Bengal tiger in India, seeing sloths in Costa Rica or looking for mountain gorillas Uganda’s ethereal rainforests? We’ve got a tour for you. We work with respected wildlife tour operators to deliver unforgettable experiences with a strong focus on sustainable travel and supporting local communities. Many tours showcase smaller, uncrowded private game reserves and at night you’ll return to comfortable lodges and wilderness camps to swap tales around a crackling campfire. All itineraries operate to strict ethical guidelines and don’t include any activities or interactions where animals could be harmed by the presence of visitors.

WILD SIDE Take a walk on the 19

NATURAL WONDERS

The world is full of wonders for you to explore, from the Galapagos Islands, where the theory of evolution began, geographical phenomena such as the Grand Canyon, and the natural wonders of Borneo’s rain forest, where the Orangutans await you for your next adventure.

Cheetahs in Mabula Game Reserve

Mabula Game Reserve

Antelope on the reserve

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Lions in Mabula Game Reserve

10 day tour On safari in South Africa at Mabula Lodge

Day 5: Morning Safari Rise and shine early for a morning safari, giving you the chance to spot herds of antelopes and other animals moving in the open. Return to the lodge and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Day 6: Bush Walk, Safari, and Sundowner Join your guide for a guided bush walk into the reserve. Track the paths of animals including kudu, zebra, and even lions that have followed the same path just hours before you. Embark on another open-air safari followed by a stop at a picturesque spot to enjoy a sundowner and snacks as the sun slips behind the horizon. Day 7: Safari and Stargazing Head out into the reserve on your penultimate safari, hopefully spotting something new to tick off your list. This evening your guide will point out the different constellations visible as you spend a wonderful evening beneath the starry South African night sky. Day 8: Safari and Bush Lunch Today brings the chance to take one last safari out into the Mabula Private Game Reserve. After the safari you’ll stop at a scenic spot in the bush to enjoy a delicious traditional lunch. Day 9-10: Fly from Johannesburg to the UK Take your new lifelong memories back home with you on your overnight flight back to the UK.

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Hornbill Project and safari

Safari and bush lunch

Safari and wildlife talk

Morning safari

Safari and stargazing

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Day 1: Fly from the UK to South Africa Depart the UK on an overnight flight to one of the best bucket list destinations, South Africa. Day 2: Arrival Meet your guide at the airport and transfer to Mabula Game Lodge. Upon arrival, unwind and settle in, perhaps making use of the wellness and spa facilities. Day 3: Safari and Wildlife Talk Head out into the Mabula Private Game Reserve on the first of many safaris in open-air 4x4 vehicles for maximum visibility. Keep your eyes peeled for the fabled Big Five - hyena, jackal, antelope, cheetah, and honey badger. This afternoon, enjoy a fascinating wildlife talk from the resident ecologist and reserve manager. Day 4: Hornbill Project and Safari Visit the Hornbill Project, located within the boundaries of the reserve. The southern hornbill is a focal point in South African culture, and you’ll learn all about them this morning. Head out into the reserve on an afternoon safari, equipped with the knowledge from this morning’s visit and yesterday’s wildlife talk.

Reasons to love this ♥ Five safaris into the Mabula Private Game Reserve ♥ Visit to the Hornbill Project ♥ Bush walk through the reserve ♥ A stargazing session beneath the starry South African night sky ♥ Traditional bush lunch at a scenic location ♥ Wildlife talk by a wildlife specialist Your holiday includes ✓ Open bar between 12pm and 10pm (limited to local brands only of beer, wine and spirits, premium brand beverages and cocktails are excluded) ✓ Meals consist of 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 dinners ✓ Tour manager, international flights, accommodation & overseas transportation

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Hornbill

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