Renaissance Western Burgundy and Upper Loire

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Tour Type: Canal & River Cruising
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Tour Operator: Abercrombie and Kent
Tour Code: AK4568-2010
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In 2010, 'Renaissance' returns to the scenic waterways of western Burgundy and the Upper Loire, where you stop in medieval towns, taste Loire wines and visit a moat-encircled castle. There are also opportunities to walk or cycle along the towpath to enjoy the scenery from a different perspective. All cruises operate at 2009 prices.

 

PRICE PER PERSON
Cruise arrangements
Mar 28 - May 15; Jul 25 - Sep 04; Oct 17 - Nov 13

Double occupancy….. $5,450
Single supplement….. $2,000
Six-night charter*….. $41,500
May 16 - Jul 24; Sep 05 - Oct 16
Double occupancy….. $6,490
Single supplement….. $2,400
Six-night charter*….. $49,000

*Please ask about special prices for charters with 6 or 7 passengers.

Children under 18 receive a $300 price reduction.
Golf and other theme charters are available.
Contact A&K for details and pricing.

Please check with A&K for our special international airfares.

Note: This route is run in reverse on alternate weeks.

A&K RECOMMENDS …
Extend your stay with pre- and post-cruise hotel nights. Contact A&K for details and pricing.

6 nights | Sunday departures | Hotel and charter sailings Minimum of 2 passengers required to operate hotel sailings; 4 passengers on Mar 28, Oct 31 and Nov 07 departures Children under 12: charters only | Departs from Paris: Sunday, 1:30pm

 
Day 1:

Meet in Paris for transfer to 'Renaissance,' moored in Montargis. After a lovely champagne reception, enjoy a delectable dinner in the elegant dining room and an evening cruise through the town, known as the "Venice of the Gâtinais" for its network of canals.


Meals Served: D

Day 2:

Visit Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, the setting for the film The Man in the Iron Mask. The exquisite gardens have been fully restored to their original beauty. Your afternoon cruise through the Loire countryside to Montbouy offers excellent walking and cycling opportunities.


Meals Served: B, L, D

Day 3:

Embark on an excursion to the medieval hilltop town of Château-Landon. After a private guided walking tour to see the 11th-century Saint Séverin Abbey, enjoy a tasting of Loire wines. Then relax on a gentle afternoon cruise to Rogny-les-SeptÉcluses with its unique staircase of seven locks built during the reign of Henry IV. Tonight, enjoy a special dinner ashore at the Auberge les Templiers.


Meals Served: B, L, D

Day 4:

After a leisurely breakfast, visit the magnificent Château de la Bussière, a privately owned, moat-encircled castle. Though built in the 11th century, it was greatly modernized 600 years later. The extensive parkland was designed by landscape architect André Le Nôtre, and the family's kitchen garden is beautifully edged with boxwood. Return to the barge for another gourmet dinner this evening.


Meals Served: B, L, D

Day 5:

Today, 'Renaissance' cruises to Briare with its magical aqueduct across the River Loire. Still one of the longest in the world, the aqueduct was completed in the late 19th century by Gustave Eiffel. After lunch, visit Gien where high-quality French earthenware is produced.


Meals Served: B, L, D

Day 6:

This morning, wander Briare's market stalls, which sell everything from vegetables, fruit and cheese to French fashions. After lunch, visit the charming hilltop village of Sancerre, surrounded by the vineyards of the Val de Loire. The narrow, picturesque streets are lined with beautifully preserved buildings. After a tasting at a family-run vineyard, return to 'Renaissance' for a farewell celebration dinner.


Meals Served: B, L, D

Day 7:

After breakfast, transfer back to Paris, where your journey comes to an end.


Meals Served: B

 

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

 •  Passengers: 8
 •  Crew: 5
 •  Length: 126 feet
 •  Width: 16 feet
 •  Cabins: 2 king & 2 king/twin, each with en-suite bathroom; all outside facing
 

CRUISE PRICE FOR ALL VESSELS (EXCEPT 'FLEUR DE LYS,' 'AMARYLLIS,' 'HIRONDELLE,' 'LORRAINE,' 'NAPOLÉON,' 'ALOUETTE' AND MV 'RIVER CLOUD II') INCLUDES on-board accommodations; all meals from dinner on day of embarkation through breakfast on day of disembarkation; all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during the cruise; fully-guided sightseeing excursions as indicated (including entrance fees); and transfers (as indicated) to/from the vessel.

CRUISE PRICE FOR 'FLEUR DE LYS,' 'AMARYLLIS,' 'HIRONDELLE,' 'NAPOLÉON' AND ALOUETTE' INCLUDES on-board accommodations; all meals from dinner on day of embarkation through breakfast on day of disembarkation; all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during the cruise; and fully-guided sightseeing excursions as indicated (including entrance fees). Cruise prices do not include Paris transfers to/from these vessels, which can be purchased at the additional amounts indicated.

CRUISE PRICE FOR 'lorraine ' INCLUDES on-board accommodations; all meals from dinner on day of embarkation through breakfast on day of disembarkation; and fully-guided sightseeing excursions as indicated (including entrance fees). Wine is included with lunch and dinner; but bar drinks are not included. Transfers from/to Paris are not included in the cruise price.

CRUISE PRICE FOR MV 'RIVER CLOUD II' INCLUDES on-board accommodations; all meals from dinner on day of embarkation through breakfast on day of disembarkation. Soft drinks are included during the cruise; and table wines and beer are included at meals. Transfers and shore excursions are not included in the cruise price - contact A&K for details.

RAIL TRANSFERS (when applicable) are provided using special group fares and tickets. Any deviations to scheduled group transfers carry supplemental charges. There is no refund or credit for unused portions of group rail tickets.

CRUISE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE gratuities for crew members (recommended guidelines are provided in A&K's program documentation); A&K's Passenger Travel Protection Plan; any airfares or airport departure taxes; costs of obtaining passports and entry visas; excess baggage charges; personal expenses (such as laundry or communication charges); and optional activities (such as hot air ballooning, which is subject to availability and weather conditions). SCHEDULED DEPARTURES: Hotel sailings listed in this brochure require a minimum number of bookings to operate. Please refer to the individual cruise pages for details.

CRUISE ROUTES: All cruise routes are subject to change without notice. Some waterways may be subject to occasional closures due to drought, storms, floods, canal or lock repairs or other unforeseen circumstances that can make navigation unsafe or impossible. In the unlikely event of such an occurrence, the following conditions may apply: (1) if navigation must be suspended, passengers will continue to be accommodated on the stationary vessel and regular excursions will continue to be made, with cruising to be continued as soon as possible; or (2) we reserve the right to reverse the cruise route, cruise another waterway or transfer passengers to another vessel of similar standard. The Captain's judgment on any action or inaction is considered final.

SPECIAL REQUESTS: Special requests (such as dietary requirements or bedding requests) should be advised at time of booking. Every effort will be made to secure special requests, but some cannot be guaranteed.

PRICES AND ARRANGEMENTS: Quoted program prices include planning, handling and operational charges, and are based on current rates of exchange, tariffs and taxes as of June 2009. A&K reserves the right to increase program prices to cover increased costs, tariffs, fuel surcharges and taxes received after prices are published, and to reflect fluctuations in foreign currency exchange markets. A&K is under no obligation to give breakdown costs for any Canal & River Cruising program.

ABERCROMBIE & KENT USA, LLC also reserves the right to withdraw a program or any part of it to make such alterations in the itinerary or with the program inclusions as it deems necessary or desirable, and to pass on to program members any expenditures or losses caused by delays or events beyond its control.

EARLY ARRIVAL: A&K recommends that you arrive a day or two before the start of your program to allow time to relax and refresh after your journey and to prepare for the start of your program. A&K has negotiated special overnight rates at many hotels contained within this brochure. Please ask for details at time of booking.

BAGGAGE: Program prices include the handling of two pieces of baggage per person. Baggage and personal effects are at owner's risk throughout the travel program. Please check with your chosen airline(s) for other baggage restrictions applicable to international flights.

A&K'S PASSENGER TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN: Our specially-designed Travel Protection Plan, which provides cancellation coverage, medical coverage and protection against lost or damaged luggage, is not included in the program price and is strongly recommended. Please see page 75 for more details. (An alternative policy is available for barge charters.)

CHILD POLICY: Please refer to individual cruise pages for the child policy applicable to each vessel.

PASSPORTS AND VISAS: Valid passports are required for travel to the destinations in this brochure. Check with your travel agent or A&K for the latest visa requirements. Please note that non-U.S. passport holders are responsible for obtaining the required documentation applicable for entry. Please note also that passports must be valid for six (6) months after the return of your journey and should also have sufficient blank pages for visas and immigration stamps. A&K cannot be held responsible should you be denied entry to a country due to non-compliance with these requirements. A copy of your valid passport must be submitted to A&K in order to confirm air reservations.

DEPOSITS & PAYMENTS / CANCELLATIONS:

KEY:
NR = nonrefundable
PTD = prior to departure
pp = per person

EXTRA SERVICES
(pre- and post-cruise hotel nights and private transfers)

  • 31+ days prior to the service: no charge
  • 30-15 days prior to the service: 50% cancellation charge
  • 14 days or less prior to the service: 100% cancellation charge

'Magna Carta'
Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

  • 20% of pp cruise cost at reservation
  • Balance due 90 days PTD

Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

  • 10% of charter cost at reservation, NR
  • Additional 15% of charter cost at 240 days PTD, NR
  • Balance due 120 days PTD

Cancellations HOTEL sailings

  • 121+ days PTD, $250 pp
  • 120-61 days PTD, 20% of cruise cost
  • 60-31 days PTD, 80% of cruise cost
  • Less than 31 days PTD, entire cruise cost

Cancellations CHARTER sailings

  • 120+ days PTD, deposits may be applied to individual bookings on the scheduled departure date, subject to a $250 pp surcharge
  • Less than 120 days PTD, entire charter cost

'Scottish Highlander'
'L'Art de Vivre'
'La Belle Époque'
'L'Impressionniste'
'Renaissance'
'Anjodi'
'Enchanté'

Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

  • $1,000 pp at reservation
  • Balance due 120 days PTD

Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

  • 25% of charter cost at reservation, NR
  • Balance due 150 days PTD

Cancellations HOTEL sailings

  • 121+ days PTD, $350 pp
  • 120-91 days PTD, $1,000 pp
  • Less than 91 days PTD, entire cruise cost

Cancellations CHARTER sailings

  • 181+ days PTD, deposits may be applied to individual bookings on the scheduled departure date, subject to a $400 pp surcharge
  • 180-121 days PTD, 25% of charter cost
  • Less than 121 days PTD, entire charter cost

'Shannon Princess II'

Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

  • 35% of pp cruise cost at reservation
  • Balance due 90 days PTD

Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

  • 35% of charter cost at reservation, NR
  • Balance due 90 days PTD

Cancellations HOTEL sailings

  • 121+ days PTD, $250 pp
  • 120-61 days PTD, 35% of cruise cost
  • Less than 61 days PTD, entire cruise cost

Cancellations CHARTER sailings

  • 61+ days PTD, 35% of charter cost
  • Less than 61 days PTD, entire cruise cost

'Marjorie II'

Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

  • 25% of pp cruise cost at reservation
  • Balance due 90 days PTD

Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

  • 25% of charter cost at reservation, NR
  • Balance due 90 days PTD

Cancellations HOTEL sailings

  • 61+ days PTD, 5% of cruise cost
  • Less than 61 days PTD, entire cruise cost

Cancellations CHARTER sailings

  • 61+ days PTD, deposit may be applied to individual bookings on the scheduled departure date
  • Less than 61 days PTD, entire charter cost

'La Nouvelle Etoile'
'Prospérité'

Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

  • 25% of pp cruise cost at reservation, NR
  • Balance due 120 days PTD

Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

  • 25% of charter cost at reservation, NR
  • Balance due 120 days PTD

Cancellations HOTEL sailings

  • 91+ days PTD, 25% of cruise cost
  • Less than 91 days PTD, entire cruise cost

Cancellations CHARTER sailings

  • 91+ days PTD, 25% of charter cost
  • Less than 91 days PTD, entire charter cost

'Elisabeth'
'Meanderer'
'Le Phénicien'

Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

  • 30% of pp cruise cost at reservation, NR
  • Balance due 120 days PTD

Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

  • 30% of charter cost at reservation, NR
  • Balance due 120 days PTD

Cancellations HOTEL sailings

  • 91+ days PTD, 30% of cruise cost
  • Less than 91 days PTD, entire cruise cost

Cancellations CHARTER sailings

  • 91+ days PTD, 30% of charter cost
  • Less than 91 days PTD, entire charter cost

'Saroche'

Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

  • 25% of pp cruise cost at reservation, NR
  • Balance due 120 days PTD

Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

  • 25% of pp charter cost at reservation, NR
  • Balance due 120 days PTD

Cancellations HOTEL sailings

  • 91+ days PTD, 25% of cruise cost
  • 90-60 days PTD, 75% of cruise cost
  • Less than 60 days PTD, entire cruise cost
  • Cancellations CHARTER sailings

    • 91+ days PTD, 25% of charter cost
    • 90-60 days PTD, 75% of charter cost
    • Less than 60 days PTD, entire charter cost

    'Amaryllis'
    'Hirondelle'
    'Napoléon'

    Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

    • 25% of pp cruise cost at reservation
    • Balance due 90 days PTD

    Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

    • 25% of charter cost at reservation, NR
    • Balance due 120 days PTD

    Cancellations HOTEL sailings

    • 120+ days PTD, 5% of cruise cost
    • 119-56 days PTD, 25% of cruise cost
    • 55-21 days PTD, 50% of cruise cost
    • 20-03 days PTD, 70% of cruise cost
    • Less than 03 days PTD, entire cruise cost

    Cancellations CHARTER sailings

    • 90+ days PTD, 25% of charter cost
    • Less than 90 days PTD, entire charter cost

    'Fleur de Lys'
    'Alouette'

    Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings
    N/A

    Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

    • 25% of charter cost at reservation, NR
    • Balance due 120 days PTD

    Cancellations HOTEL sailings
    N/A

    Cancellations CHARTER sailings

    • 90+ days PTD, 25% of charter cost
    • Less than 90 days PTD, entire charter cost

    'Lorraine'

    Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

    • 30% of pp cruise cost at reservation, NR
    • Balance due 120 days PTD

    Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

    • 20% of charter cost at reservation, NR
    • Additional 20% of charter cost at 210 days PTD, NR
    • Balance due 120 days PTD

    Cancellations HOTEL sailings

    • 91+ days PTD, 30% of cruise cost
    • Less than 91 days PTD, entire cruise cost

    Cancellations CHARTER sailings

    • 181+ days PTD, deposit may be applied to individual bookings on the scheduled departure date (charter terms apply)
    • 180-91 days PTD, 40% of charter cost
    • Less than 91 days PTD, entire charter cost

    'Roi Soleil'

    Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings
    N/A

    Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

    • 25% of charter cost at reservation, NR
    • Balance due 120 days PTD

    Cancellations HOTEL sailings
    N/A

    Cancellations CHARTER sailings

    • 90+ days PTD, 25% of charter cost
    • Less than 90 days PTD, entire charter cost

    M/V 'River Cloud II'

    Deposits & Payments HOTEL sailings

    • 15% of pp cruise cost at reservation, NR
    • Balance due 120 days PTD

    Deposits & Payments CHARTER sailings

    • Available on request

    Cancellations HOTEL sailings

    • 90+ days PTD, 15% of cruise cost
    • 89-60 days PTD, 20% of cruise cost
    • 59-30 days PTD, 50% of cruise cost
    • Less than 30 days PTD, entire cruise cost

    Cancellations CHARTER sailings

    • Available on request

    EXTRA SERVICES / CANCELLATIONS: For extra services (preand post-cruise hotel nights and other services, such as transfers), there will be no charge for cancellations received by A&K 31 or more days prior to the service. Cancellations received 30 to 15 days prior to the service will be subject to a 50% cancellation charge; less than 15 days will be subject to a 100% cancellation charge.

    AIR TRANSPORTATION: International airfares are not included in cruise prices. Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC has special agreements with many carriers and can offer quotations from any gateway. Please ask your Tour Consultant about our special airfares. Certain airfares carry penalties and surcharges. All air quotes are subject to change until final payment is received by A&K. Flight confirmation is based on availability. PLEASE NOTE THAT CERTAIN AIRFARES ARE SUBJECT TO A SERVICE FEE. Air reservations will not be confirmed until a passport copy is received by A&K.

    Airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their planes or conveyances. These programs may use the services of any IATA carrier. International air carriers are subject to international air conventions limiting their liability. The limitations of liability are contained on the reverse side of the airline ticket or e-ticket receipt, or on the carrier's web site, and form part of the terms and conditions of this package. The passage contract in use by these companies, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the companies and the purchaser of these travel programs and/or passage.

    CLAIMS AND REFUNDS: Refunds are not made for any missed services except for verifiable extenuating circumstances. Please see our Limits on Abercrombie & Kent's Responsibility clause on this page. For verifiable claims to be considered, they must be received in writing within 30 days of the termination of the program and be accompanied by supporting documentation and/or a statement from the local destination company verifying the claim. Any adjustment considered will be based on the actual price of the services involved and not on a per diem basis. Adjustments will not be made for unused sightseeing trips or meals. A&K will not accept any liability for any claims that are not received within 30 days of the termination of a travel program.

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    LIMITS ON ABERCROMBIE & KENT'S RESPONSIBILITY:
    Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, its employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents and assigns (collectively A&K), does not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip. It purchases transportation (by aircraft, coach, train, vessel or otherwise), hotel and other lodging accommodations, restaurant, ground handling and other services from various independent suppliers (including from time to time other affiliated Abercrombie & Kent companies). All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result A&K is not liable for any negligent or willful act of any such person or entity or of any third person.

    In addition and without limitation, A&K is not responsible for any injury, financial or physical loss, death, inconvenience, delay or damage to personal property in connection with the provision of any goods or services whether resulting from but not limited to Acts of God or force majeure, illness, disease, acts of war, civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, animals, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, overbooking or downgrading of services, food poisoning, mechanical or other failure of aircraft or other means of transportation or for failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart on time. There are many inherent risks in adventure travel of the type involved here, which can lead to illness, injury, or even death. These risks are increased by the fact that trips take place in remote locations, far from medical facilities. Passenger assumes all such risks associated with participating in the travel program.

    TRAVEL ADVISORIES AND WARNINGS: It is the responsibility of The Traveller to become informed about the most current travel advisories and warnings by referring to the U.S. State Department's travel website at travel.state.gov or by phone at 888 407 4747. In the event of an active State Department Travel Warning against travel to the specific destinations location(s) of the trip, should The Traveller still choose to travel, notwithstanding any travel advisory or warning, The Traveller assumes all risk of personal injury, death or property damage that may arise out of the events like those advised or warned against.

    ARBITRATION AGREEMENT: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating in any way to these Terms and Conditions, to the Limits on Abercrombie & Kent's Responsibility clause, to the brochure, to any information relating in any way to the trip, to the trip itself, or to any products or services related to the trip, shall be settled solely and exclusively by binding arbitration in Chicago, Illinois, in accordance with the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association except that (a) in lieu of a personal appearance at arbitration, the arbitration may be conducted by telephonic means, (b) arbitration is the exclusive forum for dispute resolution (no court actions), and (c) except as otherwise provided by statute, each party shall bear its own costs and expenses and an equal share of the arbitrator and administrative fees.

    TRAVELLERS' REPRESENTATIONS: The traveller represents that neither he nor she nor anyone travelling with him or her has any physical or other condition or disability that could create a hazard to himself or herself or other members of the program. A&K reserves the right to decline to accept anyone on a trip. A&K reserves the right to remove from the trip, at his or her sole expense, anyone whose condition is such that he or she could create a hazard to himself or others, or otherwise impact the enjoyment of other passengers on the trip.

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    Photography: Peter Adams, Alamy, American Dream Vacations Inc., Derek Banks, Brand X, P. Calas, Martin Child, Philip Coblentz, Corbis, Ryan Davies, Alain Delarivière, Digital Vision, eStock, Etoile de Champagne B.V., European Waterways, Ltd., europeforvisitors.com, Getty, Dan Heller, imagebroker, Irish Tourist Board, Darcy Kiefel, JP Masclet, The Meanderer Llc, Camille Moirenc/Hemis, nagelstock.com, Julian Nieman, David Noton, Richard Nowitz, Orient-Express, S. Greg Panosian, Germain Plouvier, Roy Rainford, Rhône Croisière, SARL Elisabeth Tours, The Saroche Barge Company, Ltd., Sea Cloud Cruises, SIME/eStock Photo, Temple Read Cruises, D. Turrier, R. Lean Vercoe, Katharine Villard, Ron Watts and Jon Wyand

    One Name: One Unparalleled Standard Worldwide
    Throughout this brochure, you'll see references to "Abercrombie & Kent" (or simply "A&K"). This is our shorthand for the many independent A&K companies that work with Abercrombie & Kent USA , LLC of Downers Grove, Illinois, to provide its travellers with a consistent worldwide standard of expertise and excellence in travel. Their independence allows our guests to benefit from the unique local knowledge and specialized services available only from destination-based operating companies around the globe.

    United States Tour Operators Association
    Abercrombie & Kent USA , LLC, as an Active Member of USTOA , is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the US TOA Travellers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Abercrombie & Kent USA , LL C customers in the unlikely event of Abercrombie & Kent USA , LLC's bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by Abercrombie & Kent USA , LL C may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Abercrombie & Kent USA , LL C. Complete details of the US TOA Travellers Assistance Program may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite 2014, New York, NY 10016, or by email to information@ustoa.com or by visiting its Web site at www.USTOA .com.

    ASTA TOP Tour Operator Program
    Abercrombie & Kent USA , LLC is also a member of the American Society of Travel Agents TOP Program, open only to select tour operators.

    Travel Agents
    A travel agent can enhance your trip by providing information and advice not contained in this brochure. A&K has long-standing relationships with the industry's best travel agents and would be pleased to work with yours.

    2010 Galápagos Journey Savings

    2010 Galápagos Journey Savings

    Children, age 5-18, save up to $1,700 on the program cost when travelling with an adult on a Brochure or Tailor Made Galápagos journey June - August 2010 when reserved by March 31, 2010. Call toll=""free"" 877.306.5595 for details.

    Journeys include:

        * Wonders of the Galápagos

        * Wonders of Peru & the Galápagos

        * Signature Peru and the Galápagos

        * Peru & the Galápagos Family Adventure

        * The Galápagos Family Adventure

        * Tailor Made Galápagos

    For all Special Offers noted above, all prices are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise stated. All prices are quoted in U.S. Dollars. Prices listed for each offer may pertain to specific departure dates. Restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Special Offers are for new bookings only, are not combinable with any other offer, discount or promotion and are based on availability.

    Save up to 20% on Antarctica Departures

    Save up to 20% on 2010-11 Antarctica Departures

    Reserve a 2010-11 MV 'Le Boreal' Antarctica cruise by March 31, 2010, and save up to 20%. Children save 50% when travelling with a full-fare paying adult on the December 17, 2010 departure.

    Departures include:

    •Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands

    Departs December 17, 2010 (Family departure) and January 02, 2011

    •Classic Antarctica

    Departs December 7, 2010

    •Fighting Climate Change in Antarctica Aboard 'Le Boreal'

    Departs December 7, 2010

    Savings based on the following cabin categories:

    10% savings - Deluxe and Premium categories

    15% savings - Superior and Prestige categories

    20% savings - Standard and Classic categories

    Save on Essence of India Airfare and Land Program

    Save on Essence of India Airfare and Land Program

    Save up to $1,300 on British Airways business class airfare from select departure cities in conjunction with select Essence of India program departures. Also, save up to $900 double occupancy or $1,885 single occupancy on these departures when reserved by June 30, 2010. Call for details.

    Essence of India departures include:

        * October 7

        * November 4

        * November 10 (Pushkar Fair departure)

        * December 2

    Special Savings on Abercrombie and Kent European Canal & River Cruises

    A journey aboard one of the small boats that cruises rivers and rural canals is one of the most relaxing ways possible to enjoy Europe. Visit some of Europe’s most wondrous sights on excursions; stop in quaint riverside villages; and sample the region's finest cuisine and wines along the way.

    'River Cloud II' Cruise Savings

    Reserve a 2010  MV 'River Cloud II' cruise and save significantly.

        * Save 10% when reserved by January 31, 2010

        * Save 50% on the child cruise rate for July and August departures when booked in a separate cabin and children also receive free shore excursions when reserved by August 31, 2010

        * Save 10% on a second consecutive cruise or 20% on a third consecutive cruise when reserved by October 27, 2010

        * Receive $300 onboard credit per person when booking separate cabins for yourself and a guest by October 21, 2010

    Terms & Conditions

    For all Special Offers noted above, all prices are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise stated. All prices are quoted in U.S. Dollars. Prices listed for each offer may pertain to specific departure dates. Restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Special Offers are for new bookings only, are not combinable with any other offer, discount or promotion and are based on availability.

    Reserve Early and Save $1,000 on Select 2010 Europe Journeys

    Reserve Early and Save $1,000 on Select 2010 Europe Journeys

    Reserve select 2010 escorted small group journeys to Europe by December 31, 2009, and save $1,000 per person.

    Journeys include:

        * Cultural Capitals: Berlin, Prague & St. Petersburg

        * Ancient Capitals: Rome, Athens & Istanbul

        * A Journey Through Italy

        * Images of Provence & the Basque Country

        * A Tale of Three Cities: Budapest, Vienna & Prague

        * Turkey: A Journey Through History

        * Adriatic Gems: Slovenia & Croatia

        * An Italian Adventure

        * Flavors & Flair of Spain

        * A Storybook Adventure

    For all Special Offers noted above, all prices are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise stated. All prices are quoted in U.S. Dollars. Prices listed for each offer may pertain to specific departure dates. Restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Special Offers are for new bookings only, are not combinable with any other offer, discount or promotion and are based on availability.

     
 

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