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EGYPT | MOROCCO BHUTAN | INDIA

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The Best of Egypt: The Best of Morocco: Ancient The Best of Bhutan: The Best of India:
Cairo, Luxor and Aswan Medinas to Modern Identity Hidden Treasures of Treasures of the North
a Himalayan Kingdom and South
11 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #23066ZDV 12 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20739ZDV
16 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19634ZDV 21 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #18716ZDV

Discover a world long ago where pharaohs ruled FLEX More time (and some meals) on your own.
the desert and colossal monuments rose from Shrouded in mystique, the tiny Kingdom of Traverse India on a comprehensive journey that
the sand dunes. Explore the ancient wonders No country conjures up images of ancient me- Bhutan sits wedged amongst the mighty Hi- takes you from the Golden Triangle capitals
of the Great Sphinx of Giza, massive pyramids dinas and bustling bazaars, evokes the smell of malayas. Known to its people as Druk Yul, or of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur in the north to the
and countless other artifacts, as this one-of- mint tea and spices, or touches the spirit with “Land of the Thunder Dragon,” it is the last frescoed fortress of the “Tiger of Mysore” and
a-kind Egyptian learning adventure transports the sound of the muezzin’s call to prayer like bastion of authentic Himalayan Buddhism. the bayou-like Kerala backwaters in the south,
you back 4,000 years. Learn about the kings of Morocco. From the sacred fountains and me- learning customs and traditions from locals
centuries past and the mystical tombs where dieval souks of Fes, follow the ancient caravan Itinerary: Arrival Kathmandu (Nepal), 1 night; and absorbing India’s history from experts who
they rest, as scholars reveal their impact on the routes to the trading city of Beni Mellal and Thimpu (Bhutan), 3 nights; Phobjikha Valley, 2 know it best.
thriving culture of Egypt today. nights; Bumthang, 3 nights; Trongsa, 1 night;
then on to magical and mysterious Marrakech. Highlights:
Highlights: Along the way university professors, Islamic Wangdue Phodrang, 2 nights; Paro, 2 nights;
Kathmandu, departure.
• With expert Egyptologists, explore some of scholars, activists and local experts illuminate Meals: 41 total (14B, 13L, 14D) • Enjoy home-hosted dinners with local Indian
families.
Egypt’s most iconic monuments. Morocco’s captivating history, spirituality and
modern identity as it strives to play its part in Lodging: Go online or call for details. • Watch as the sun rises and sets over the
• Discover ancient burial sites and mummies at the world today. marble domes of the Taj Mahal.
the Valley of the Kings. 2020 Dates: Feb 11-27, Feb 23-Mar 10, Mar
Highlights: • Explore and enjoy the tranquility of the Kerala
• Uncover Egypt’s cultural impact by exploring 22-Apr 7, Apr 11-27, Apr 28-May 14, Jun 21-Jul backwaters on a houseboat.
St. Simeon Monastery. • Learn about Islamic architecture in the heart 7, Aug 14-30, Sep 9-25, Sep 22-Oct 8, Oct 5-21,
of the oldest continuously functioning uni- Itinerary: Arrival Delhi, 3 nights; Agra, 2
Itinerary: Arrival Cairo, 3 nights; Luxor, 3 versity in the world, Al Quaraouiyine. Oct 22-Nov 7, Nov 5-21, Nov 8-24, Nov 30-Dec nights; Kalakho, 2 nights; Jaipur, 2 nights;
nights; Aswan, 2 nights; Cairo, 2 nights; de- 16, Dec 4-20, Dec 11-27 Mysore, 3 nights; Wayanad, 1 night; Calicut, 2
parture. • Walk the food market of Fes before our Mo- Per-person prices starting at:
roccan cooking session. nights; Kerala Backwaters, 2 nights; Cochin, 2
Meals: 29 total (10B, 9L, 10D) $4,299 DBL night; departure.
• Experience the mosques, palaces, gardens and $5,424 (with air from JFK*)
Lodging: Centrally located hotels and resort. Meals: 50 total (18B, 18L, 14D)
markets of fabled Marrakech on expert-led Special cancel/transfer fees apply. Go online or call.
excursions and independently. Lodging: Comfortable hotels, lodge and
2019 Dates: Dec 1-12 SINGLES AT NO EXTRA COST!
Itinerary: Arrival Rabat; Fes, 5 nights; Beni traditional houseboat.
2020 Dates: Jan 12-23, Jan 26-Feb 6, Feb 9-20, No extra cost for single rooms on select dates!
Feb 16-27, Feb 23-Mar 5, Mar 8-19, Mar 15-26, Mellal, 1 night; Marrakech, 4 nights; Casablan- Free singles are limited! 2020 Dates: Jan 26-Feb 16, Feb 2-23, Feb 16-
Apr 5-16, Oct 4-15, Nov 15-26, Dec 6-17, ca, 1 night; departure. Mar 8, Feb 23-Mar 15, Mar 8-29, Sep 13-Oct 4,
Dec 13-24 Meals: 24 total (11B, 8L, 5D) Oct 18-Nov 8, Oct 25-Nov 15, Nov 29-Dec 20
Per-person prices starting at: Lodging: Comfortable hotels. Per-person prices starting at:
$4,749 DBL | +$350 SGL Extend Your Adventure $3,999 DBL | +$1,050 SGL
$4,749 (with air from JFK*) 2020 Dates: Feb 22-Mar 5, Oct 3-15, Oct 31-Nov $5,049 (with air from JFK*)
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