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SOLO TRAVELLERS 2018-19 Small Group Tours Worldwide
Inspiring Travel for 260 Years Why entrust your
holiday to Cox & Kings?
• Our extraordinary heritage –
In an age that has witnessed an explosion in the popularity of travel, when new travel founded in 1758
companies appear and disappear with bewildering frequency, Cox & Kings is, above all else,
a travel company you can trust. Our experience, knowledge, service and business ethics are • Award-winning holidays
all underpinned by 260 years of heritage. • Big company value & small
company service
Cox & Kings’ illustrious history is extraordinary, not just in its longevity but in how it has
reinvented itself as the world around it has changed. You can read more about our • The expert advice of your
personal tour consultant
company’s story online at coxandkings.co.uk/history.
• Equal expertise at organising
A common strand running through the entire history is the spirit of innovation, which has small group tours and private
remained a driving force for the business to this day. Our company may be old but it’s tailor-made travel
full of youthful energy. • The best guides to bring a
destination to life
I am proud that we continue to build on the tradition of high quality service, attention to
detail and innovation that made Richard Cox so successful 260 years ago. I very much hope • Our worldwide network of
that this brochure will inspire and that you will entrust your next adventure to Cox & Kings. experienced representatives
on the ground
Peter Kerkar
Managing Director
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Contents Introduction 4 Solo Travellers Holidays Explained Europe 6 Majestic Russia 8 Romanian Explorer 10 Sicilian Explorer 12 Rome & the Amalfi Coast 14 Porto & the Douro Valley 16 Helsinki & St Petersburg Latin America 18 Treasures of Peru 20 Panama & Costa Rica Experience India & the Subcontinent 22 Exotic India 24 The Best of Exotic South India 26 Splendours of Sri Lanka The Middle East 28 Mystical Marrakech 30 Treasures of Jordan 32 Persian Odyssey Africa 34 Splendours of South Africa 36 Tanzania Wildlife Safari The Far East 38 Classic China 40 Burma Discovery 42 Vietnam & the Temples of Angkor Cruising 44 Discover cruising in India, the Galapagos, Burma, Egypt Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos Information 46 Booking conditions 49 Travel insurance 50 Travel information 51 Documents & health
Solo Travellers Holidays Explained
This Cox & Kings collection of small group Local tour managers: Cox & Kings tour less time spent waiting for everyone to gather
tours has been specially created for solo managers are carefully selected for their on excursions; and, not least, small groups are
travellers who enjoy exploring fascinating travel experience and organisational abilities. less intrusive to other people.
parts of the world in the company of like- Your tour manager will meet your group on
minded people. All accommodation on arrival in the destination and will escort you
these tours is based on single occupancy throughout the journey. In some destinations, Tour & Accommodation Standards
of twin / double rooms. There are no single different tour managers accompany different
supplements and we have sought out legs of the trip. The standard and style of accommodation
good quality hotels that offer the most varies from place to place and tour to tour.
reasonable prices for individual travellers. Expert local guides: On most tours, in addition Below we have listed the two categories of
These tours offer the opportunity to discover to the services of the tour manager, Cox & Kings Cox & Kings tours found in this brochure – the
extraordinary places in style, at sensible escorted group tours also benefit from the category for each tour is displayed just below
prices, in good company and with complete knowledge of local guides who accompany each the title:
peace of mind. excursion. In some cases, where appropriate,
the tour manager will also act as the local guide. Superior: Most Cox & Kings tours fall under
Where possible, your entrance fees are included this category and are based in 4- or 5-star
Complete Support on the Ground in the holiday price. accommodation, or the best available.
All Cox & Kings Solo Travellers group tours Standard: These itineraries typically feature
are fully supported on the ground to ensure Small Group Sizes 3- and 4-star accommodation throughout.
enjoyable and stress-free travel:
Many tour operators run groups of 40 or more
Airport representatives: For all group departures passengers. At Cox & Kings we keep our groups Meals
where six or more people are travelling on the much smaller – typically between 8 and15
same flight from London Heathrow or Gatwick, a passengers and a maximum of 18. Our smaller Cox & Kings seeks to strike a good balance
Cox & Kings representative is available to assist groups offer many advantages: everyone can between organising meals for the group and
with check in and any seat requests you may have hear the guides easily; we don’t have to use giving people the freedom to choose where
during the main check-in period. large hotels, restaurants and vehicles; there is and with whom to eat. On each day of the tour
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itinerary we have shown the meals included in Holiday Extensions Comfortable land travel: For road journeys,
the price: B is breakfast, L is lunch, D is dinner Cox & Kings uses buses of a size appropriate
and N is no meals. Our Solo Travellers tours Cox & Kings is happy to arrange for you to to the number of people in the group, with air
generally include breakfast daily, a welcome extend your stay after the main tour. We have conditioning where available. On rail journeys in
dinner at the beginning, and a farewell dinner at suggested extension options for some of the developing countries our groups are booked in
the end of the trip as standard, plus some other tours in this brochure. However, our specialist the best available class on the train – in Europe
meals. These organised meals offer the chance consultants would also be delighted to design we book standard class.
to get to know other members of the group, a tailor-made extension for you, either pre- or
while on occasions when meals are not included post-tour, to fit in with your interests. Group
there should be opportunities to join up with tour extensions are operated on a private basis, Regional Air Connections
other members of the group if you choose. unless other members of the main tour group
Our local tour managers are always at hand to choose to take the same extension, in which Most Cox & Kings holidays are based on flights
recommend local restaurants. case the relevant services may be shared. from London Heathrow or Gatwick and, in most
cases, it is possible to connect with those flights
from regional British airports for a supplement.
When to Travel Travel in Comfort
The changing climate can have a major impact Scheduled flights: Cox & Kings uses only the Ensuring Your Enjoyment
on the timing of trips. Our tour pages include services of scheduled airlines for all international
detailed charts showing the temperature and and most internal flights. All prices are based When making a booking, if you feel that there
rainfall in the relevant country throughout on Economy Class flights; however, Cox & Kings is anything Cox & Kings should know about
the year. These climate charts are based on offers excellent upgrade rates if required and that is essential to your enjoyment of your
historical data and, in a world of increasingly details of these are shown on the tour pages. holiday, please ensure that we have been made
unpredictable weather, they should be regarded Flight schedules mean that some early morning aware of this in writing at the time of booking,
as indicative of typical conditions rather than departures or arrivals may be unavoidable. preferably using the reservation form.
guarantees of what you should expect at
particular times of year.
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RUSSIA
Majestic
Russia
Duration • 7 Days & 6 Nights Category • Superior Group tour • From £1,580
This group tour features…
4-star accommodation
Twin / double room for single use
F lexible – extensions, room & flight
upgrades available
Average group size – 16 people
(max 18)
D
irect international flights with
British Airways
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Experienced local guides in each
destination
6 breakfasts & 2 dinners
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
Catherine's Palace, Pushkin
Welcome & farewell group dinners
From Red Square and the Kremlin in Day 3: St Petersburg
Moscow to the imperial palaces of Morning visit to the world’s largest museum, the
St Petersburg, join a group of like-minded Hermitage. Founded by Catherine the Great and
solo travellers on a 7-day tour visiting the former residence of the tsars, the museum
some of the best attractions that Russia now has an unrivalled collection of European
Weather has to offer. Both cities are renowned for and Russian masterpieces. Optional afternoon
St Petersburg their world-class museums and grand tour of the Fabergé Museum. (B)
architecture, and each have left behind their
J F M A M J J A S O N D own cultural legacies. Day 4: St Petersburg • Moscow
A -5 -4 1 8 16 20 22 20 15 8 2 -3 Morning at leisure or optional visit to Peterhof
B -11 -10 -6 0 6 11 14 12 8 3 -2 -8
to view the exterior of Peter the Great’s summer
palace and explore the gardens. Late afternoon
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C&K Signature experiences train to Moscow (4 hours). On arrival, transfer to
A: Maximum average temperature (C) the Park Inn Sadu (or similar) for 3 nights. (B)
B: Minimum average temperature (C) Included visit to the Summer Palace at
C: Average rainfall (mm) Pushkin and its celebrated Amber Day 5: Moscow
Room Morning tour of Moscow. View the magnificent
Red Square with St Basil’s Cathedral, the
Area map Tour of the magnificent art collections in Moscow State University and Novodevichy
the Hermitage museum in St Petersburg Convent. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Explore the imposing Kremlin in Moscow Day 6: Moscow
including the Armoury Museum Morning visit to the Kremlin, including Cathedral
Square and the Armoury Museum with its
collection of imperial crowns and carriages.
Optional visit to the Arbat quarter, followed
Day 1: Fly to St Petersburg by a tour of selected Moscow metro stations
Morning flight from London (regional – so-called underground palaces adorned with
connections available) to St Petersburg with marble and chandeliers. Farewell dinner in the
British Airways. Transfer to Helvetia Deluxe Hotel evening. (B, D)
(or similar) for 3 nights. Welcome dinner. (D)
Day 7: Fly to London
Day 2: St Petersburg • Pushkin Morning at leisure. Afternoon transfer to the
Morning tour of St Petersburg, including Nevsky airport and fly to London. (B)
Prospekt and Vasilievsky island. Afternoon visit
to the lavish Catherine’s Palace at Pushkin, Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast,
including the renowned Amber Room. (B) L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
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Kremlin waterfront, Moscow
Guideline prices for 2018 Tour code: HOR
Group tour
Extensions Low season from £1,580 High season from £2,065
Guide price month: Oct Guide price month: May
Pre- and post-tour extensions are available in
Moscow and St Petersburg, and include
The guideline high season prices may be significantly lower than the peak season prices (25 May – 15 Jul)
2 nights’ accommodation with arrival or
departure transfers.
British Airways flight upgrades Regional air connections
World Traveller Plus (Moscow only) from £85 return Please speak to your consultant for details
Club Europe from £720 return
Important information
The guideline tour prices are all per person in UK pounds, based on single occupancy of a twin / double room.
Locally escorted tour: This tour is led in each
For current prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please call 020 3411 2135,
destination en route by a local tour escort. email Info@CoxandKings.co.uk or visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
You will be assisted with boarding the train in
St Petersburg and met on the platform on arrival
in Moscow). Departure dates for 2018
Theatre: Opera or ballet performances in Out (Tue) Rtn (Mon) Out (Tue) Rtn (Mon) Out (Tue) Rtn (Mon) Out (Tue) Rtn (Mon)
24 Apr 18 30 Apr 18 24 Jul 18 30 Jul 18 04 Sep 18 10 Sep 18 18 Sep 18 24 Sep 18
St Petersburg or Moscow can be pre-booked.
15 May 18 21 May 18 14 Aug 18 20 Aug 18 11 Sep 18 17 Sep 18 02 Oct 18 08 Oct 18
Please contact Cox & Kings for details.
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ROMANIA
Romanian
Explorer
Duration • 8 Days & 7 Nights Group tour • From £1,415 NEW
TOU
Category • Superior R
This group tour features…
4- & 5-star accommodation
Twin / double room for single use
Flexible – extensions, room & flight
upgrades available
Small group size (max 18 people)
Direct international flights with
British Airways
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Experienced local tour manager
7 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Welcome and farewell group dinners
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
Weather Horezu monastery
Sibiu
Taking in a wealth of cultural attractions for 1 night. Welcome dinner. (D)
J F M A M J J A S O N D and magnificent mountain scenery, this tour
A 1 4 9 15 20 23 24 25 21 16 9 3 for individual travellers centres around the Day 2: Sinaia • Braşov
B -8 -6 -1 3 8 11 12 12 8 3 -1 -5
region of Transylvania and its neighbouring Morning drive to Sinaia to visit the palaces of
states. Highlights include visits to royal Peleş and Pelişor, the former royal residences
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palaces, fortified churches, monasteries and of King Carol I. These magnificent German
A: Maximum average temperature (C) bear sanctuaries. Renaissance-style palaces are a complex of
B: Minimum average temperature (C) magnificent turrets rising above swathes of
C: Average rainfall (mm) green meadows. Continue to Braşov and stay
2 nights at the Hotel Kronwell (or similar). (B)
C&K Signature experiences
Area map Day 3: Zarneşti • Viscri • Bran
View the properties of the Prince of Morning visit to the Liberty Bear Sanctuary
Wales in Viscri in Zarneşti, the only sanctuary for rescued
bears in Romania, with more than 80
Included visits to the fortified churches bears currently under care. Continue to the
of Transylvania atmospheric Saxon town of Viscri where HRH
the Prince of Wales has bought and restored
See rescued bears at the Liberty Bear several properties. Visit the 12th-century church,
Sanctuary one of the oldest in Transylvania. End the day
with a visit to Bran castle, which is famously
Explore Horezu monastery, the finest associated with Dracula, the legendary
in Romania character from Bram Stoker’s gothic novel.
Return to Brasov. (B)
Day 4: Prejmer • Saschiz • Sighişoara •
Day 1: Fly to Bucharest Târgu Mureş
Fly from London (regional connections Morning drive to Sighişoara, visiting the
available) to Bucharest with British Airways. fortified church of Prejmer and the Saxon
Transfer to the Hotel Athénée Palace Hilton houses of Saschiz en route. Tour of Sighișoara,
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Bran castle, Transylvania
a beautifully preserved medieval settlement. Athénée Palace Hilton. Farewell dinner in the Court, the Royal Palace and visit the Palace of
The city walls encircle cobbled streets lined with evening. (B, D) Parliament, which is the third largest building in
colourful 16th-century burgher houses. Visits the world. Early afternoon transfer to the airport
include the citadel, the Church on the Hill and Day 8: Bucharest • Fly to London and fly to London. (B)
the clock tower. Continue to Târgu Mureş and Morning tour of Bucharest, known as the
stay overnight at the Hotel Plaza. (B) ‘Paris of the east’ due to its boulevards and Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast,
Belle Epoque buildings. View the Old Princely L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Day 5: Târgu Mureş • Salina Praid • Alba
Lulia • Sibiu
Morning city tour of Târgu Mureş including a
visit to the Palace of Culture. Continue to Salina
Guideline prices for 2018 Tour code: RKI
Praid, a salt mine complex and the city of Alba
Group tour
Lulia to view the Roman ruins and the citadel.
Low season from £1,415 High season from £1,485
Overnight at the Continental Forum (or similar) Guide price month: Oct Guide price month: May
in Sibiu. (B)
The guideline high season prices may be significantly lower than the peak season prices (20 Dec – 5 Jan)
Day 6: Sibiu • Horezu • Râmnicu Vâlcea
Morning city tour of Sibiu including a visit
to 14th-century Evangelical church and the British Airways flight upgrades Regional air connections
Club Europe from £190 return Please speak to your consultant for details
Brukenthal Art Musuem. Afternoon drive
to Râmnicu Vâlcea. En route, visit Horezu
The guideline tour prices are all per person in UK pounds, based on single occupancy of a twin / double room.
monastery, considered to be one of the finest
For current prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please call 020 3411 2135,
in Romania. Stay for 1 night at the Hotel email Info@CoxandKings.co.uk or visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
Sofianu. (B)
Day 7: Curtea de Argeş • Bucharest Departure dates for 2018
Morning drive to Curtea de Argeş, the former
capital of Wallachia. Visit the Episcopal church, Out (Fri) Rtn (Fri) Out (Fri) Rtn (Fri) Out (Fri) Rtn (Fri)
18 May 18 25 May 18 14 Sep 18 21 Sep 18 05 Oct 18 12 Oct 18
where the Romanian Kings are buried. Continue
08 Jun 18 15 Jun 18 28 Sep 18 05 Oct 18
to Bucharest and stay overnight at the Hotel
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ITALY
Sicilian
Explorer
Duration • 7 Days & 6 Nights Category • Superior Group tour • From £2,435
This group tour features…
4-star accommodation
Twin / double room for single use
Flexible – extensions, room & flight
upgrades available
Average group size – 12 people
(max 18)
Direct international flights with
British Airways
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Experienced local tour manager
6 breakfasts & 5 dinners
Artemide fountain, Syracuse
Welcome & farewell group dinners
Occupying an important position between Palmes in a Superior room (or similar) for 3
Europe and North Africa, Sicily has nights. Welcome dinner. (D)
interested many great rulers over the
centuries. Their legacies can be found in Day 2: Monreale • Palermo
the treasures that they left behind. Delve Morning visit to the magnificent cathedral
Weather into the heart and soul of this captivating of Monreale, with its exquisite frescoes and
Taormina island and discover magnificent Norman Norman-Moorish architecture. Return to
cathedrals, Greek temple complexes, Roman Palermo for a city tour including visits to the
J F M A M J J A S O N D villas with exquisite frescoes and Moorish cathedral, the Norman Palace and the renowned
A 11 12 13 16 21 25 28 28 25 20 16 13 architecture. Palatine Chapel. Afternoon at leisure or optional
B 5 5 6 8 12 16 19 19 17 13 10 7
tour to Cefalu and its cathedral. (B, D)
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Day 3: Erice • Marsala
A: Maximum average temperature (C) C&K Signature experiences Morning visit to the medieval village of Erice
B: Minimum average temperature (C) with its tiny winding lanes. Continue to the
C: Average rainfall (mm) Superior room in a centrally located,
‘Strada del Sale’, or the Salt Way Road, a
character property in Palermo complex of brackish wetlands, islets and
saltpans. Return to Palermo, visiting a winery
Area map Stay in the coastal resort of Taormina in in Marsala en route, an area renowned for the
a beachfront hotel production of sweet dessert wine. (B, D)
Included visits to the Valley of the Day 4: Valley of the Temples • Piazza
Temples & the Palatina Chapel Armerina • Taormina
Morning drive to Agrigento to visit one of
Explore Ortygia, the historical heart of Europe’s best archaeological sites, the Valley
Syracuse of the Temples. View the temples of Juno,
Concordia and Heracles as well as the ruins of
Sample traditional street food in the Temple of Zeus. Continue to Piazza Armerina
Palermo and enjoy a Marsala wine to see the Villa Romana del Casale, which
tasting houses one of the largest and finest collection of
mosaics ever found in a Roman villa. Continue
to Taormina and stay for 3 nights at the Hotel
Caparena. Located on the coast, it has a private
Day 1: Fly to Palermo beach and landscaped gardens. (B, D)
Fly from London (regional connections
available) to Palermo with British Airways. Day 5: Taormina
Transfer and stay at the Grand Hotel et Des Full day at leisure to explore this picturesque
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Cathedral of Assumption of the Virgin Mary, Monreale
coastal town or optional 4x4 tour to Mount
Guideline prices for 2018 Tour code: PJI
Etna to view the Sartorius craters, the Alcantara
Group tour
Gorge and Valley del Bove. (B)
Low season from £2,435 High season from £2,530
Guide price month: Oct Guide price month: May
Day 6: Syracuse
Morning drive to Syracuse. Visit the Neapolis
The guideline high season prices may be significantly lower than the peak season prices (1 – 31 Aug)
complex, which contains the renowned Greek
theatre. Continue to the historical quarter of
the city, Ortygia, which is well-known for its British Airways flight upgrades Regional air connections
Club Europe from £200 return Please speak to your consultant for details
baroque architecture. Return to Taormina for
an evening farewell dinner at a rooftop terrace
The guideline tour prices are all per person in UK pounds, based on single occupancy of a twin / double room.
restaurant. (B, D)
For current prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please call 020 3411 2135,
email Info@CoxandKings.co.uk or visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
Day 7: Fly to London
Transfer to Catania airport and fly to London
with British Airways. (B) Departure dates for 2018
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, Out (Sat) Rtn (Fri) Out (Sat) Rtn (Fri) Out (Sat) Rtn (Fri) Out (Sat) Rtn (Fri)
19 May 18 25 May 18 02 Jun 18 08 Jun 18 22 Sep 18 28 Sep 18 06 Oct 18 12 Oct 18
L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
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Rome &
the Amalfi Coast
Duration • 8 Days & 7 Nights Group tour • From £1,895 NEW
TOU
Category • Standard R
This group tour features…
3- & 4-star accommodation
Twin / double room for single use
Flexible – extensions, room &
flight upgrades available
Small group size (max 18 people)
I nternational flights with
British Airways
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Experienced local guides in each
destination
View of the Amalfi coast from Villa Rufolo, Ravello
7 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Welcome & farewell group dinners Combine cultural visits to major historic and Roman temple that is now an impressive church.
archaeological sites with the natural beauty of Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees the Italian coastline on this 8-day tour to Rome
and the Amalfi coast. Guided tours coupled Day 3: Rome
with a day at leisure in each location provide Full day to explore the city at your leisure. We
you with the maximum opportunity to sightsee suggest a visit to one of the city’s many fine
as a group with like-minded solo travellers, museums and galleries. (B)
explore at your own pace or simply relax.
Weather Day 4: Rome • Vico Equense • Sorrento
Rome Morning drive south from Rome to the Amalfi
coast. Stay at the Hotel Astoria for 4 nights in
J F M A M J J A S O N D C&K Signature experiences the picturesque coastal town of Vico Equense
A 12 13 16 18 23 27 30 30 27 22 17 13 on the Bay of Naples. Afternoon visit to the
B 3 4 5 8 11 15 17 17 15 11 7 4
Visit some of the major sights of Italy’s
town of Sorrento with its picturesque historic
capital city centre and sweeping clifftop views. (B)
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A: Maximum average temperature (C) Scenic drives along the Amalfi coastline Day 5: Positano • Amalfi
B: Minimum average temperature (C) Today, travel along the scenic coastal road to
C: Average rainfall (mm) Included tours of Ravello, Positano, Positano. Once a small fishing village, this town
Amalfi & Sorrento is now an exclusive resort. Your visit will include
a tasting of the southern Italian lemon liqueur,
Area map Visit the remarkable archaeological site limoncello. Continue to the town of Amalfi,
of Pompeii one of the most powerful maritime republics
during the Renaissance. Visit the Arabic-Norman
Wine & limoncello tastings included Sant’Andrea cathedral. (B)
Day 6: Ravello
Drive from Vico Equense to Ravello via the
Day 1: Fly to Rome Monti Lattari mountain range, with a stop en
Fly from London (regional connections route at a wine estate for a tasting. The hilltop
available) to Rome with British Airways. village of Ravello is known for its stunning
Transfer to the Hotel Monti Palace for 3 nights. villas and terraced gardens. The 13th-century
Welcome dinner. (D) Villa Rufolo and the Villa Cimbrone with its
spectacular belvedere, known as La Terrazza
Day 2: Rome dell'Infinito, are particularly beautiful. Return to
Morning city tour of Rome including visits to your hotel via the scenic coastal road. (B)
the Quirinale palace, Trevi fountain and Piazza
del Popolo. Continue to two of Rome’s most Day 7: Vico Equense
beautiful squares – Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Full day at leisure. Farewell dinner in the
Navona – and visit the Pantheon, a former evening. (B, D)
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Piazza Navona, Rome
Guideline prices for 2018 Tour code: RJM
Day 8: Pompeii • Naples • Fly to London
Morning drive to Pompeii, the Roman city Group tour
buried under ash during the eruption of Low season from £1,895 High season from £1,995
Vesuvius in 79AD. Considered the most Guide price month: Oct Guide price month: Sep
important archaeological site in Europe,
Pompeii offers a rich insight into daily The guideline high season prices may be significantly lower than the peak season prices (20 Dec – 10 Jan)
Roman life. Visits include the basilica and
the amphitheatre, built to seat up to 20,000
British Airways flight upgrades Regional air connections
spectators. At the end of your tour, continue to Club Europe from £125 return Please speak to your consultant for details
Naples airport and fly to London. (B)
The guideline tour prices are all per person in UK pounds, based on single occupancy of a twin / double room.
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, For current prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please call 020 3411 2135,
L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals. email Info@Coxandkings.co.uk or visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
Important information Departure dates for 2018-19
Out (Fri) Rtn (Fri) Out (Fri) Rtn (Fri) Out (Fri) Rtn (Fri) Out (Fri) Rtn (Fri)
Locally escorted tour: This tour is led in each 06 Apr 18 13 Apr 18 08 Jun 18 15 Jun 18 14 Sep18 21 Sep 18 12 Oct 18 19 Oct 18
destination en route by a local tour guide.
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Porto & the
Douro Valley
Duration • 7 Days & 6 Nights Group tour • From £2,095 NEW
TOU
Category • Superior R
This group tour features…
4- & 5-star accommodation
Twin / double room for single use
Flexible – extensions, room & flight
upgrades available
Small group size (max 18 people)
International flights
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Experienced local tour manager
6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Welcome & farewell group dinners
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
Old Town, Porto
Weather Journey with a group of like-minded solo traditional Portuguese restaurant. (D)
Porto travellers from the coastal city of Porto
inland to the major religious, historical and Day 2: Porto
J F M A M J J A S O N D intellectual centres of Braga, Guimarães and Full-day tour of Porto including visits to the
A 14 14 16 18 20 23 25 25 24 21 17 14 Coimbra. Along the way, take a river cruise Palácio da Bolsa stock exchange, a magnificent
B 5 6 7 8 10 13 15 15 14 12 8 6
through the vineyards of the picturesque 19th-century, neoclassical building, and the Bairro
Douro valley and sample the produce of this da Sé, Porto’s old quarter. Finish the day with a
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celebrated Port producing region. river cruise along the Douro river, an opportunity
A: Maximum average temperature (C) to view the city from a different perspective. (B)
B: Minimum average temperature (C)
C: Average rainfall (mm) Day 3: Braga • Guimarães
C&K Signature experiences Full day at leisure or optional tour to Braga
and Guimarães. Braga once competed with
Area map Wine tasting in the celebrated Douro
Santiago de Compostela in Spain in terms of
valley wineries power and importance and remains to this day
one of Portugal’s main religious centres with
Visit the picturesque town of Coimbra the oldest cathedral in the country. Guimarães
is the historical capital of Portugal. Explore the
Included visit to the magnificent Porto well-preserved medieval quarter with its cobbled
Stock Exchange streets and old town houses. (B)
Explore the historical centre of Porto, a Day 4: Regua (Douro Valley)
Unesco site Today, board your boat for the cruise from
Porto into the Douro Valley. On arrival in
Cruise along the Douro river Regua, transfer to the Hotel Douro Palace for
2 nights. (B, L)
Day 5: The Douro Valley
Day 1: Fly to Porto Full-day tour of the Douro valley. Highlights
Fly from London (regional connections include a visit to a farm, wine tasting in a
available) to Porto. Transfer to the Sheraton traditional quinta (country estate) and a cruise
Porto for 3 nights. Welcome dinner in a along the Douro river. (B, L)
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Douro valley
Day 6: Coimbra • Porto
Morning drive to Coimbra. Formerly the capital
Guideline prices for 2018 Tour code: PBO
of Portugal, Coimbra has many exceptional
Group tour
buildings including its magnificent Romanesque
Low season from £2,095 High season from £2,195
cathedral. A visit to the university is included, one Guide price month: Oct Guide price month: May
of the oldest in Europe. Continue to Porto and
stay overnight at the Sheraton Porto. Farewell
The guideline high season prices may be significantly lower than the peak season prices (20 Dec – 5 Jan)
dinner in a traditional Portuguese winery. (B, D)
TAP Portugal flight upgrades Regional air connections
Day 7: Fly to London
Business Class from £560 return Please speak to your consultant for details)
Transfer to Porto airport and fly to London. (B)
The guideline tour prices are all per person in UK pounds, based on single occupancy of a twin / double room.
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast,
For current prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please call 020 3411 2135,
L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals. email Info@CoxandKings.co.uk or visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
Extensions Departure dates for 2018
Pre- and post-tour extensions are available in Out (Sat) Rtn (Fri) Out (Sat) Rtn (Fri) Out (Sat) Rtn (Fri)
19 May 18 25 May 18 21 Jul 18 27 Jul 18 06 Oct 18 12 Oct 18
Porto and include 2 nights’ accommodation
16 Jun 18 22 Jun 18 08 Sep 18 14 Sep 18
with arrival or departure transfers.
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Helsinki &
St Petersburg
Duration • 7 Days & 6 Nights Group tour • From £1,920 NEW
TOU
Category • Superior R
This group tour features…
4- & 5-star accommodation
Twin / double room for single use
F lexible – extensions, room & flight
upgrades available
Small group size (max 18 people)
D
irect international flights with
British Airways
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Experienced local guides in each Suomenlinna sea fortress, Helsinki
destination Separated by the Gulf of Finland, Helsinki Unesco world heritage site of Suomenlinna,
and St Petersburg share much in common. a formidable fortress complex built over six
6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Helsinki was under imperial Russian control islands. Take a guided tour of the fortress and
Welcome & farewell group dinners for over a century and the legacy of this visit the Suomenlinna Museum. (B)
era can be clearly seen in the neo-classical
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees architecture still prevalent in the city. St Day 3: Helsinki / Porvoo
Petersburg, the city founded by Peter the Full day at leisure or optional tour to Porvoo, the
Great, has imperial palaces and, of course, second oldest town in Finland with a medieval
the celebrated Hermitage museum. Spend cathedral and cobblestone streets lined with
three nights in each city and travel by the red-painted wooden buildings. Stop at the Old
high-speed rail connection between them. Bridge of Porvoo, which spans the Porvoo river,
Weather for a magnificent view of the old town. (B)
St Petersburg
Day 4: Helsinki • St Petersburg
J F M A M J J A S O N D C&K Signature experiences Transfer to the rail station and board the Allegro
A -5 -4 1 8 16 20 22 20 15 8 2 -3 high-speed train to St Petersburg (3.5 hours).
B -11 -10 -6 0 6 11 14 12 8 3 -2 -8
Explore the Suomenlinna sea fortress
Upon arrival, transfer to the Demetra Art Hotel
in Helsinki (or similar) for 3 nights. (B)
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A: Maximum average temperature (C) Admire the rock church of Day 5: St Petersburg
B: Minimum average temperature (C) Temppeliaukio in Helsinki Morning tour of St Petersburg. View the
C: Average rainfall (mm) magnificent curved colonnade of Kazan cathedral,
Visit the magnificent Church of Our the russet-coloured Rostral columns and the vast
Saviour on Spilled Blood in St Petersburg Palace Square. Continue to the Church of Our
Area map Saviour on Spilled Blood with its exquisite interior.
Included tours to the Winter & Summer Afternoon visit to the Hermitage, one of the most
Palaces in St Petersburg prominent art museums in the world displaying
over 2.7 million exhibits from all over the globe
and throughout history. (B)
Day 1: Fly to Helsinki Day 6: Pushkin
Morning flight from London (regional Morning visit to Catherine’s Palace at Pushkin.
connections available) to Helsinki with British Set in landscaped gardens, this opulent palace
Airways. Transfer to the Glo Hotel Art (or similar) is considered one of the finest in Europe. View
for 3 nights. Welcome dinner. (D) the renowned Amber Room and the Great Hall.
Farewell dinner. (B, D)
Day 2: Helsinki
City tour including sights such as Sibelius Day 7: Fly to London
Monument, in memory of the Finnish composer Morning at leisure. Afternoon transfer to the
Jean Sibelius, the Olympic Stadium, the airport and fly to London. (B)
beautiful Helsinki cathedral and the Senate
Square. Continue to Temppeliaukio Church, Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast,
quarried out of natural bedrock, and the L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
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Winter Palace, St Petersburg
Guideline prices for 2018 Tour code: HEL
Extensions
Group tour
Low season from £1,920 High season from £2,415
Pre- and post-tour extensions are available in Guide price month: Oct Guide price month: May
Helsinki and St Petersburg and include 2 nights’
accommodation with arrival or departure
The guideline high season prices may be significantly lower than the peak season prices (20 Dec – 5 Jan)
transfers.
British Airways flight upgrades Regional air connections
Club Europe from £450 return Please speak to your consultant for details
Important information
The guideline tour prices are all per person in UK pounds, based on single occupancy of a twin / double room.
Locally escorted tour: This tour is led in each
For current prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please call 020 3411 2135,
destination en route by a local tour escort. email Info@CoxandKings.co.uk or visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
You will be assisted with boarding the train in
Helsinki and met on the platform on arrival in
St Petersburg. Departure dates for 2018
Theatre: Opera or ballet performances in St Out (Fri) Rtn (Thu) Out (Fri) Rtn (Thu) Out (Fri) Rtn (Thu)
06 Apr 18 12 Apr 18 10 Aug 18 16 Aug 18 05 Oct 18 11 Oct 18
Petersburg can be pre-booked. Please contact
18 May 18 24 May 18 07 Sep 18 13 Sep 18
Cox & Kings for details.
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Treasures
of Peru
Duration • 11 Days & 9 Nights Category • Standard Group tour • From £2,595
Day 4: Sacred Valley
This group tour features… In the morning, visit the colourful Pisac market
and the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an
3- & 4-star accommodation astounding feat of construction and ingenuity.
Afternoon at leisure to relax or explore the
Twin / double room for single use beautiful surroundings. (B)
D
irect international flights with
British Airways Day 5: Machu Picchu
Transfer to Ollanta station and take the train
Internal flights to Machu Picchu. Enjoy a guided tour of
Machu Picchu and stay overnight at El Mapi
F lexible – extensions & flight Hotel. (B, L, D)
upgrades available
Day 6: Cuzco
Average group size – 12 people
Morning at leisure or further explore Machu
(max 18) Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking).
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles Return to Cuzco by train and transfer to Los
Portales for 2 nights. This ancient Inca capital
Experienced local tour manager has beautiful colonial churches and mansions
sitting alongside Inca remains. (B)
9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners Pisac market
Welcome & farewell group dinners Day 7: Cuzco
This introductory tour of Peru includes the Morning guided tour of Cuzco, including the
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees country’s most celebrated sights. Starting cathedral, the extraordinary Koricancha (Temple
in Lima, explore Peru’s ancient, colonial and of the Sun) and the fortress of Sacsayhuaman.
Porterage at airports scenic wonders including Cuzco, the Sacred Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Valley of the Incas, Lake Titicaca and, of
course, Machu Picchu, perhaps the most Day 8: Lake Titicaca
breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Travel by road to Puno on the shores of Lake
Titicaca (approximately 10 hours including
Weather stops).* Travel past small valley towns, cultivated
Lima terraces and high Andean peaks. There will be a
C&K Signature experiences chance to stop at archaeological sites along the
J F M A M J J A S O N D way. Transfer to José Antonio Hotel for a stay of
A 26 27 26 25 22 20 19 18 19 20 22 24 Train ride through the Sacred Valley to 2 nights. (B, L)
B 18 19 18 17 15 14 13 13 13 13 14 16
Machu Picchu
Day 9: Lake Titicaca
C 1 1 0 0 1 2 3 3 2 1 1 2
Stay overnight at Machu Picchu Visit the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile
A: Maximum average temperature (C) island on a full-day tour with a home-cooked
B: Minimum average temperature (C) Enjoy lunch in a local family house on lunch prepared by a local family. In the
C: Average rainfall (mm) Lake Titicaca evening enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional
restaurant. (B, L, D)
Area map Day 10: Fly to London via Lima
Day 1: Fly to Lima Transfer to Juliaca airport for a flight to Lima
Fly from London (regional connections and on to London with British Airways. (B)
available) to Lima with British Airways. Transfer
to José Antonio Hotel for a 2-night stay. (N) Day 11: London
Afternoon arrival. (N)
Day 2: Lima
This morning explore the colonial and modern Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast,
highlights of Lima, including the Huaca L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Pucllana, a pre-Columbian site, and the historic
masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. In the
evening, enjoy a welcome dinner. (B, D) Extension
Day 3: Fly to Cuzco • The Sacred Valley Peruvian Amazon + Tour
Morning flight to Cuzco, set high in the Andes 4 Days & 3 Nights from £845
mountains. Transfer to the Sacred Valley with a
wealth of Inca sites and great natural beauty. Before the tour it is possible to explore the
Stay for 2 nights at the San Agustin Urubamba natural wonders of the Peruvian Amazon in the
Hotel. (B) area around Puerto Maldonado. Overnight in
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Machu Picchu
Lima before 2 nights in one of the Inkaterra’s
jungle lodges to explore the unique rainforest Guideline prices for 2018-19 Tour code: PSG
ecosystem.
Group tour
Low season from £2,595 High season from £2,695
Guide price month: Oct Guide price months: Apr – Sep
Important information
British Airways flight upgrades Regional air connections
Itinerary: The order of the itinerary is designed World Traveller Plus from £695 return Prices on request. British Airways to / from Aberdeen,
to allow gradual adjustment to the altitude Club World from £2,195 return Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle or Belfast
while taking in the key sights of Peru.
The guideline tour prices are all per person in UK pounds, based on single occupancy of a twin / double room.
* Optional rail journey: On day 8 it is For current prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please call 020 3627 3097,
possible to travel to Puno aboard the stylish email Info@CoxandKings.co.uk or visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
Titicaca train featuring two dining cars and
an open-air observation car. The journey takes
just over 10 hours and does not include stops
Departure dates for 2018-19
at archaeological sites. A three-course lunch
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and afternoon tea are served during the 25 Apr 18 05 May 18 12 Sep 18 22 Sep 18 01 May 19 11 May 19
journey. The supplement to take the train is 06 Jun 18 16 Jun 18 10 Oct 18 20 Oct 18
from £195.
Find out more at CoxandKings.co.uk or from your travel agent 19COSTA RICA
Panama & Costa Rica
Experience
Duration • 14 Days & 12 Nights Category • Standard Group tour • From £3,195
This group tour features…
3- & 4-star accommodation
Twin / double room for single use
F lexible – extensions & flight
upgrades available
Average group size – 12 people
(max 18)
International & internal flights
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Experienced local tour guide in
each country
12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Welcome & farewell group dinners
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
Toucan, Tarcoles
Small in size yet possessing a superb Day 3: Fly to San José
Weather biodiversity, Costa Rica and Panama offer Morning city tour including the ruins of old
a wide variety of eco-systems including Panama and the historic colonial district. In the
San José volcanoes, rainforest and cloud forest, lakes, afternoon, fly to San José for 2 nights at the
J F M A M J J A S O N D
lagoons and beaches. This tour visits the Crowne Plaza Corobici Hotel. (B)
incredible Panama Canal and a selection of
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Costa Rica’s most renowned national parks. Day 4: San José
B 15 15 16 16 17 17 17 17 17 17 16 16 Morning visit to a coffee plantation on the
C 6 7 9 56 261 296 205 282 372 343 155 36 slopes of the active Poas volcano and, subject to
volcanic activity, see its crater lake. Afternoon at
A: Maximum average temperature (C)
B: Minimum average temperature (C)
C&K Signature experiences leisure. (B, L)
C: Average rainfall (mm)
Walking tour of stunning Manuel Day 5: Tortuguero
Antonio National Park Travel by shared overland transfer to Caño
Area map Blanco on the Caribbean coast. Take a boat ride
Cruise along the Panama Canal along the backwaters that lead to Tortuguero,
looking for wildlife en route. Stay at Mawamba
View the Arenal volcano from your hotel or Pachira Lodge for 2 nights. (B, L, D)
Cruise the canals of Tortuguero Day 6: Tortuguero
Full day of shared excursions exploring the
tropical forest and waterways. (B, L, D)
Day 1: Fly to Panama City via Madrid Day 7: La Selva Biological Station • Arenal
Fly from London (regional connections Return to Caño Blanco by boat and drive to
available) to Panama City via Madrid with Arenal. En route, visit La Selva Biological Station to
British Airways. Transfer to the Crowne Plaza learn about the scientific and conservation work
Hotel for 2 nights. In the evening, enjoy a of the researchers and take a short walk in the
welcome dinner at a traditional restaurant. (D) protected rainforest surroundings. Stay 2 nights at
Arenal Paraiso with views of Arenal volcano. (B, L)
Day 2: Panama Canal
Take a shared partial transit and cruise through Day 8: Arenal
the various locks of the Panama Canal. (B, L) Morning tour of the circuit of trails and
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Arenal volcano
suspension bridges, which allow an up-close the evening enjoy a farewell dinner at a local Important information
view of the rainforest floor and treetop canopy. restaurant near your hotel. (B, D)
Optional evening visit to the hot springs. (B) Standard tour: All the lodges are comfortable,
Days 13-14: Fly to London but do not always have a large range of
Day 9: Monteverde Transfer to San José and fly to London with facilities. This tour also includes some long drives
Drive along the shores of Lake Arenal, taking British Airways. (B) on unpaved roads.
in the spectacular views of the lake and its
surroundings. Continue through the green Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, Locally escorted tour: This tour is led in each
mountains to Monteverde and stay 2 nights at L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals. country by a local tour guide.
the Heliconia Hotel. (B)
Day 10: Monteverde
Morning tour of the Monteverde cloud forest, Guideline prices for 2018-19 Tour code: CSG
a habitat for rare flora and fauna such as the
Group tour
colourful quetzal bird. Afternoon at leisure or
Low season from £3,195 High season from £3,295
take one of the optional excursions on offer, Guide price month: Nov Guide price months: Feb – Mar
including a visit to the Santa Elena Reserve. (B)
The guideline high season prices may be significantly lower than the peak season prices (21 Dec – 4 Jan)
Day 11: Manuel Antonio • Tarcoles
Drive to the central Pacific coast and visit
Manuel Antonio for a walking tour of the British Airways flight upgrades Regional air connections
World Traveller Plus from £295 one way Prices on request. British Airways to / from: Aberdeen,
national park, where the rainforest extends
Club World from £2,095 return Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle & Manchester
right down to the beautiful beaches. This small
park is home to a surprising concentration of
The guideline tour prices are all per person in UK pounds, based on single occupancy of a twin / double room.
wildlife including sloths, iguanas, endangered
For current prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please call 020 3627 3097
squirrel monkeys and various colourful birds. email Info@CoxandKings.co.uk or visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
Continue to Tarcoles and stay for 2 nights at
the Villa Lapas Hotel, set on a private rainforest
reserve. (B) Departure dates for 2018-19
Day 12: Carara Out (Thu) Rtn (Wed) Out (Thu) Rtn (Wed) Out (Thu) Rtn (Wed)
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Morning visit to Carara National Park, home
15 Mar 18 28 Mar 18 14 Feb 19 27 Feb 19
to crocodiles, monkeys and scarlet macaws. In
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Exotic
India
Duration • 13 Days & 11 Nights Category • Superior Group tour • From £2,995
(or similar) for 2 nights. Late afternoon tour
This group tour features… of Old Delhi exploring Chandni Chowk by
cycle rickshaw. Welcome dinner at the Haveli
4- & 5-star accommodation Dharampura in Old Delhi. (D)
Twin / double room for single use Day 3: Delhi
F lexible – extensions, room & flight Morning visit to the President’s Palace for the
upgrades available Changing of the Guard ceremony. Continue on
your tour of New Delhi visiting the tomb of the
Average group size – 12 people Mughal Emperor Humayun and the Qutb Minar
(max 15) tower. Afternoon at leisure – perhaps explore
one of Delhi’s many markets or simply relax at
D
irect international flights with the hotel. (B, D)
British Airways
Day 4: Agra
Internal flights in India Drive to Agra. In the afternoon, visit the tomb of
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles Itmad-ud-Daulah and Agra fort. Stay overnight
at the Courtyard by Marriott (or similar). (B, D)
Experienced local tour manager
Day 5: Fatehpur Sikri • Ranthambore
11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 11 dinners Early morning sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal.
Welcome & farewell group dinners After breakfast, drive to the deserted sandstone
city of Fatehpur Sikri. Continue to the train
Guided sightseeing & all station and travel by train to Sawai Madhopur
entrance fees for 2 nights at the Kipling Lodge. Afternoon at
leisure. (B, D)
Porterage at airports and stations
Day 6: Ranthambore
Bengal tiger, Ranthambore Early morning and late afternoon wildlife drives
in search of tigers. (B, L, D)
Weather Starting from India’s historic capital,
Delhi Delhi, this journey for solo travellers Day 7: Jaipur
continues to Agra to see the sun rise at After breakfast, drive to the pink city of Jaipur.
J F M A M J J A S O N D the Taj Mahal. Search for elusive Bengal Stay 2 nights at Shahpura House (or similar).
A 21 24 30 36 39 39 35 33 34 33 28 23 tigers in Ranthambore and marvel at the (B, D)
B 7 10 15 21 25 28 27 26 24 19 13 8
majestic forts and grand palaces of princely
Rajasthan, in the company of like-minded Day 8: Jaipur
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travellers. This morning visit the ancient Amber fort and
A: Maximum average temperature (C) then the City Palace, home of the present
B: Minimum average temperature (C) maharajah. (B, D)
C: Average rainfall (mm)
C&K Signature experiences Day 9: Pushkar • Deogarh
Morning departure for Deogarh visiting Pushkar
Area map See the Changing of the Guard
and its temples and markets en route. Stay
ceremony at the President’s Palace 2 nights at the Deogarh Mahal, a former palace
and now a superb heritage hotel. Afternoon at
Stay in a traditional haveli in Jaipur leisure. (B, D)
Scenic ride on Deogarh’s metre-gauge Day 10: Deogarh
train This morning take a scenic ride on Deogarh’s
metre-gauge train passing waterfalls, lush
Farewell dinner overlooking Lake Pichola landscapes and rural life. Afternoon jeep safari
MAP
visiting local Bishnoi tribal villages. This evening
enjoy an evening of traditional Rajasthani folk
dancing. (B, D)
Day 1: Fly to Delhi
Overnight flight from London (regional Day 11: Ranakpur • Udaipur
connections available) to Delhi with British Drive to Udaipur, set on the shores of Lake
Airways. (N) Pichola and arguably Rajasthan’s most
picturesque city. Visit the magnificent Jain
Day 2: Delhi temples at Ranakpur en route. Stay 2 nights at
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to the Eros Hotel LaLiT Laxmi Vilas Palace. (B, D)
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Women carrying water at a stepwell, Jaipur
Day 12: Udaipur
Enjoy a guided tour of Udaipur including the Guideline prices for 2018-19 Tour code: XOT
magnificent City Palace, which was built in
1559AD and sits on the edge of Lake Pichola; Group tour
Low season from £2,995 High season from £3,195
the Jagdish temple; and the Garden of the
Guide price month: Apr Guide price months: Oct – Mar
Maid's Honour. End the tour with a cruise on
the lake. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner
overlooking Lake Pichola. (B, D) The guideline high season prices may be significantly lower than the peak season prices (20 Dec – 10 Jan)
Day 13: Fly to London via Mumbai British Airways flight upgrades Regional air connections
Fly from Udaipur to Mumbai (Bombay) to World Traveller Plus from £350 return Prices on request: British Airways to/from Aberdeen,
Club World from £1,825 return Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle or
connect with the flight to London. (B)
First from £2,695 return Belfast.
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast,
The guideline tour prices are all per person in UK pounds, based on single occupancy of a twin / double room.
L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals. For current prices for all departure dates, including special offers when applicable, please call 020 3930 5073,
email Info@CoxandKings.co.uk or visit CoxandKings.co.uk. All prices are subject to availability.
Important information
Departure dates for 2018-19
Tour variations: Due to changes to seasonal
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schedules and opening times, there are minor
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itinerary variations for certain departure 15 Feb 18 27 Feb 18 18 Oct 18 30 Oct 18 14 Feb 19 26 Feb 19
dates. Please check with your Cox & Kings tour 08 Mar 18 20 Mar 18 08 Nov 18 20 Nov 18 07 Mar 19 19 Mar 19
consultant for details.
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The Best of
Exotic South India
Duration • 13 Days & 11 Nights Group tour • From £2,995 NEW
TOU
Category • Superior R
This group tour features…
4- & 5-star accommodation
Twin / double room for single use
F lexible – extensions, room & flight
upgrades available
Maximum group size 18 people
International flights
Internal flights
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Experienced local tour manager
11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 8 dinners
Welcome & farewell group dinners
Backwaters, Kerala
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
Journey from the vibrant markets of antiques, fabrics and elegant pearls. Tucked
Porterage at airports & stations Hyderabad to Madurai to witness the away in the labyrinthine streets are a handful of
spectacle of the evening ceremony at the perfume shops paying homage to the Mughal
Festival departures
astonishing Meenakshi temple. Continue legacy of ittar, an essential oil. Learn more
into the scenic beauty of the Western about the blending of these oils and blend your
Ghats, replete with tea plantations and own unique perfume. Welcome dinner in a local
elephants, before crossing over into Kerala restaurant in Old Charminar. (D)
to experience its colourful artistic culture
Weather and tranquil backwaters. Day 3: Hyderabad
Kochi Tour the main highlights of Hyderabad including
the Birla temple, the magnificent Chowmahalla
J F M A M J J A S O N D palace, inspired by the Shah of Iran's palace
A 31 32 32 32 31 29 28 28 29 30 31 31 C&K Signature experiences in Tehran, and the Nizam Museum. Optional
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afternoon tour of the timeless and luxurious
Blend your own perfume in Hyderabad Taj Falaknuma Palace with high tea.* Visit the
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impressive Golconda fort, once a centre of
A: Maximum average temperature (C) Evening ceremony at Meenakshi temple Muslim power for 400 years, for the evening
B: Minimum average temperature (C) sound and light show. (B)
C: Average rainfall (mm) Tour a private tea plantation
Day 4: Fly to Madurai
Witness Kerala’s performing arts Midday flight to Madurai. Afternoon at leisure.
Area map Visit one of India’s liveliest and most colourful
Cruise on the backwaters temples, Meenakshi, for its spectacular evening
ceremony when the pillared halls are filled
with hindu worshippers and exotic fragrances.
Overnight at Sangam Hotel. (B)
Day 1: Fly to Hyderabad
Fly from London to Hyderabad with Emirates via Day 5: Pollachi
Dubai. (N) Visit the colourful morning flower market before
departing for the stunning scenery of the
Day 2: Hyderabad Western Ghats and a 3-night stay at the Coco
Early morning arrival and early check-in at The Lagoon, Pollachi. (B, D)
Courtyard by Marriott for 2 nights. Morning
at leisure followed by afternoon sightseeing Day 6: Pollachi
in Charminar, home to one of India's largest Morning yoga lesson and visit to Appachi
mosques, the Mecca Masjid, built in 1598. A Cotton, a social enterprise where you can
maze of bazaars surrounds the Charminar arch, learn first-hand about cotton cultivation in
the best known and oldest being Lad bazaar. India from true artisans of the craft. Visit the
Here, you can buy almost anything, from adjoining school, which this venture supports.
colourful bangles and rosewater to silverwork, Explore one of the local villages, where you
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