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P R I VAT E J E T
Cultural Treasures
Around the World by Private Jet
May 5–27, 2022
®
each day was an immaculately choreographed adventure, presented
with authenticity and style.
This spectacular adventure by private jet is designed to introduce you to some of the world’s most fascinating peoples,
places and celebrations, in intimate and unforgettable ways. From the peerless Taj Mahal and Abu Dhabi’s modern wonders
to a Sicilian wedding party and the Bhutanese tshechu festival, Cultural Treasures immerses you in the touchstones
that define the societies that created them. Discover these wonders up close, led by experts handpicked for their deep
understanding of local cultures, on a journey only possible through the convenience and flexibility of private jet travel.
Follow a boldly imagined route around the world to such timeless destinations as Taipei, Petra and Samarkand, where
enduring history blends seamlessly with a bustling modern culture. Experience the authentic heart of each place you
visit, thanks to the kind of insider access no one does better than A&K. And travel throughout on a customized jet
equipped with fully lie-flat seats, staying in unique and luxurious accommodations and accompanied by a full-time
physician along the way.
We hope you will join us for this truly one-of-a-kind journey.
Geoffrey Kent
Founder & Co-Chairman
Abercrombie & Kent
Follow @geoffrey_kent on Instagram
Return to
Boston
Catania & Taormina,
Italy
Cultural Treasures
Around the World by Private Jet
23 Days | May 5–27, 2022 | Limited to 48 Guests
£110,569 per person, double occupancy | £13,414 single supplement
Taiwan | Fusion of Cultures Bhutan | Buddhist Heritage
May 6–9 | Stroll through a historic heritage district May 12–14 | Hike to “Tiger’s Nest” Monastery, a sacred
and pay a special after-hours visit to the National Buddhist outpost perched on a remote cliffside some
Palace Museum. 3,000 feet above Bhutan’s Paro Valley.
Nepal | Heart of the Himalaya India | The Romantic Taj Mahal
May 10–11 | Gaze upon the slopes of Mount May 15 | Sit down to a dinner inspired by Agra’s local
Everest and its neighboring peaks on a thrilling bazaar, and view the Taj Mahal at sunrise, witnessing
helicopter flight. how the monument absorbs the colors surrounding it.
Seattle
Samarkand,
Uzbekistan
Aqaba,
Kathmandu,
Jordan
Nepal
Paro &
Agra, Thimphu,
Abu Dhabi, India Bhutan Taipei & Hualien,
United Arab Taiwan
Emirates Private Jet Flights
Seattle - Taipei (14.75 hours)
Taipei - Hualien (0.75 hours each way)
Taipei - Kathmandu (6 hours)
Agra - Samarkand (4.75 hours)
Samarkand - Abu Dhabi (3.5 hours)
Abu Dhabi - Aqaba (3.25 hours)
Aqaba - Catania (3.75 hours)
Catania - Boston (10.75 hours)
Local Charter Flights
Kathmandu - Paro (1 hour)
Paro - Agra (2 hours)
Uzbekistan | Silk Road Enclave Jordan | Nabatean Treasures
May 16–18 | Celebrate Samarkand’s Silk Road May 22–23 | Explore Wadi Rum by 4x4 vehicle, meet
heritage in Registan Square with a private concert, fire with a local archaeologist in Petra and gather for a
jugglers and a fashion show. spectacular torchlit dinner in “Little Petra.”
Abu Dhabi | A Desert Interlude Sicily | Mediterranean Jewel
May 19–21 | Saddle up for a camel-back polo match, May 24–27 | Drive your own Alfa Romeo or Fiat 500,
and venture into the desert for an evening under the stopping to see a traditional opera dei pupi, and enjoy
stars at a private desert camp. a wedding-themed celebration.
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The Ultimate Way to Travel
To travel on an A&K Private Jet Journey is to experience the ultimate in inspiring adventure, incorporating everything
we have learned and invented in our more than 50 years as the world’s luxury travel pioneer. Your small group of 48
like-minded guests travels on an exclusive itinerary packed with insider access, fine dining and invitation-only cultural
events arranged by our local experts throughout the world. Jet from one destination to the next with a staff of expert
Tour Managers and a dedicated flight crew, ending each day in accommodations chosen for their comfort, hospitality
and true local character. From the moment you arrive until the day you bid your private jet crew farewell, experience a
journey that combines luxury, authenticity and expertise as only A&K can.
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Included on Your Private Jet Journey
• Off-the-beaten-path itinerary only made possible by private jet • Custom-crafted culinary experiences and festive local entertainment
• Unrivaled local expertise through A&K’s worldwide network • A choice of activities in select destinations with A&K’s Design Your Day
®
of offices • Opportunities to dine on your own and sample your destination’s cuisine
• Authentic insider access and exclusive experiences that • White Glove passport and visa handling service
reveal the true essence of a destination
• Travelling Bell Boy luggage handling service
®
• Dedicated Tour Director and Tour Managers throughout
• Traveller’s Valet complimentary mid-journey laundry service
®
• Local guides and experts to enhance your experience
• All meals, with beer and wine; full bar service on board with
• Chartered Boeing 757 with fully lie-flat, first-class seats your preferred cocktails available in flight and at special events
• Flight crew and Executive Chef who travel with you from start to • Complimentary internet access (where available)
finish, for a crew-to-guest ratio of 1:7
• All gratuities
• Onboard amenities including in-seat massage, charging
ports, noise-canceling headsets and curated entertainment • 24/7 worldwide support from over 55 A&K offices in
more than 30 countries
• Hand-selected, one-of-a-kind accommodations
Travel in confidence knowing that A&K has enhanced health and safety protocols with a full-time physician
accompanying you throughout your entire journey, in the air and on the ground.
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First-Class, Fully Lie-Flat Seats Dedicated, Handpicked Crew
Flying as It Was Meant to Be
Step aboard A&K’s chartered Boeing 757 and enjoy the utmost in comfort and style with first-class, fully lie-flat seats;
a dedicated cabin crew providing a crew-to-guest ratio of 1:7; an onboard Executive Chef; and a range of thoughtful
amenities, from an espresso maker to noise-canceling headphones and curated entertainment selected to complement
your itinerary. Touch down in exotic destinations not easily accessible via the major carriers, bypass long customs and
security lines, and come and go on a timetable based on your itinerary — not an airline’s convenience.
Fine Dining at 25,000 Feet In-Flight Entertainment
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Your A&K Tour Staff
Leading your journey is an experienced Tour Director who oversees the itinerary from start to finish. On the ground,
your group divides into smaller parties, each led by a Tour Manager and assisted by resident guides, who lend local
insight and expertise. An onboard physician travels with you to assist with any medical issues, while your dedicated
Luggage Manager oversees the handling of your luggage between every destination as part of A&K’s Travelling Bell
Boy service.
Design Your Day
Throughout your journey, we arrange opportunities for you to explore your way by selecting from a range of Design Your Day
activities, from relaxing wellness experiences to active outdoor excursions.
8 01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-toursPrivileged Access With our unmatched network of worldwide experts and local connections, we pack your itinerary with authentic, invitation-only events beyond the reach of any other travel company: a private tshechu ceremony, a longstanding Bhutanese tradition; a private concert in Samarkand’s Registan Square with fire jugglers, musicians and a fashion show; and an exclusive Sicilian farewell party styled after a traditional wedding, complete with celebratory dancing, music and food.
One-of-a-Kind Accommodations
Private Jet Journeys feature accommodations that embody the A&K standard of authentic hospitality and character at every stop
on your journey. These include not only the classic luxury of Four Seasons and Oberoi, but also hidden gems such as Dwarika’s in
Kathmandu, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its extraordinary regional woodwork.
India
Bhutan Abu Dhabi NepalFine Dining & Entertainment
Your meals are a complete feast for the senses, with local entertainment and stunning natural backdrops that turn a meal into
an event. Celebrate Samarkand’s Silk Road heritage in Registan Square, with your own concert and fashion show. Sample the
flavors of India at a feast inspired by Agra’s local bazaar and experience the romance of the desert with a candlelit feast. You
also enjoy several opportunities to experience your destination’s cuisine on your own at the restaurant of your choice —
with A&K picking up the check.
01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-tours 11Inspiration Around the World
See highlights of our latest Private Jet Journey at abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-tours.
12 01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-toursCultural Treasures Around the World by Private Jet 23 Days | May 5–27, 2022 | Limited to 48 Guests £110,569 per person, double occupancy | £13,414 single supplement
Taiwan May 5
Arrive in Seattle and transfer to your accommodations at
Fusion of Cultures the Four Seasons, where you meet your tour leadership
team and fellow guests over cocktails and dinner. Meals: D
May 6–9
Set off on your private jet for Taipei, Taiwan, crossing the
International Dateline en route. On arriving, transfer to
your luxury hotel. The next day, explore the city with an
expert guide, starting at the famous Lungshan Temple,
begun in the 17th century during the Qing Dynasty,
and continuing to CKS Memorial Hall and the old-town
markets of Dihua Street. Design Your Day this afternoon,
choosing from a spa treatment, a guided shopping tour or
a hosted tea service.
Gain exclusive after-hours access to the National
Palace Museum in Taipei, and savor Taiwanese
cuisine during a festive dinner.
Celebrate Taiwan’s diverse cuisine at a festive dinner. The
next day, board your private jet for the flight to Hualien
and the magnificent Taroko National Park, a place of
forest-covered mountains and marble canyons. Enjoy a
charming local performance at the cultural center before
returning to Taipei. In the evening, visit the National
Palace Museum after hours for an exclusive tour of select
museum galleries, complete with expert commentary.
Meals: B L D
Four Seasons Seattle Mandarin Oriental,
Seattle, Washington Taipei
A luxury hotel in the heart of Taipei, Taiwan
downtown, steps from Pike A five-star urban retreat in
Place Market and with lovely the heart of the city, featuring
views of Elliott Bay. classically inspired interiors.
14 01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-toursNepal May 10–11
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, you
Heart of the Himalaya are welcomed by a special panchakanya ceremony,
said to bring good luck. Attend a lecture presentation
by a Mount Everest summiteer and hear a firsthand
account of the determination it takes to summit the
world’s highest peak. Your talk serves as a prelude for an
awe-inspiring helicopter flightseeing excursion to
Everest. Take in spectacular views of Everest Base Camp
and the mountain itself, as well as other peaks such as
Lhotse and Ama Dablam. Also, view the Khumbu
Glacier, which begins on the Western Cwm near
Everest; its icefall is the first major obstacle climbers
face in making their ascent.
Gaze upon the slopes of Mount Everest and its
neighboring peaks on a thrilling helicopter flight.
Design Your Day from an assortment of tempting
activities: Visit the monastery and nunnery at Kopan,
where you learn about Buddhism and join in a guided
meditation; explore Patan, city of art and artisans,
with its winding alleys and shaded courtyards; or take
in the bustle and energy of Kathmandu, exploring an
open-air market and Durbar Square. Tonight, meet
with a heritage and architecture expert to learn about
the ongoing reconstruction of Nepal’s UNESCO World
Heritage sites. Meals: B L D
Dwarika’s Hotel, Kathmandu
Kathmandu, Nepal
This family-owned property features beautiful hand-carved
woodwork and was recognized by UNESCO for its
regional treasures.
01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-tours 15Bhutan May 12–14
Board a local charter flight bound for Paro, Bhutan. A
Buddhist Heritage short drive then takes you to Thimphu, the capital of
Bhutan, where you are greeted with a private tshechu
festival put on just for you. The next day, depart for
Dochula Pass, which on clear days offers a beautiful
360-degree view of the Himalaya. The pass is also a
popular spiritual destination for locals and visitors for an
important temple located on its crest. In the afternoon,
visit Buddha Point for a sweeping view of the Thimphu
Valley. Observe visitors offering prayers to the Buddha,
the largest statue in the country, and then walk around for
a glimpse of the valley. Later, visit the majestic Tashichho
Dzong, which houses the main government, the National
Assembly, the king’s throne room and the summer
headquarters of the monastic body.
Enjoy one of Bhutan’s most vibrant and colorful
spectacles during a private tshechu festival put on
just for you.
Experience Bhutan your way with the Design Your
Day activity of your choice: Hike to breathtaking
Taktsang Monastery, also referred to as the “Tiger’s
Nest,” the unofficial symbol of Bhutan; cycle the Paro
countryside; visit the National Museum of Bhutan, and
then meet with an astrologer for a personal fortune
telling; or relax at the hotel and enjoy a spa treatment.
Meals: B L D
Six Senses Thimphu
Thimphu, Bhutan
The harmony and timelessness of Bhutan’s landscapes is
reflected in Six Senses Thimphu’s simple, elegant design, in
which light wood tones contrast mist-veiled mountains and a
vast blue sky. Six Senses Thimphu is booked exclusively for
Cultural Treasures.
16 01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-toursIndia May 15
Fly to Agra, India, by local charter and arrive at the
The Romantic Taj Mahal Oberoi Amarvilas to a festive welcome befitting a
maharajah. Settle into your room and take in a stunning
view of the Taj Mahal right from your own private
balcony. If you choose, visit the Taj Mahal and see the
sun setting behind the iconic marble mausoleum. This
evening, don traditional dress for an exclusive dinner
inspired by the local bazaar. Begin the next day with a
sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal itself. Perhaps the world’s
most perfectly proportioned monument, this stunning
mausoleum was built by artisans from neighboring
Islamic countries to immortalize Shah Jahan’s last wife,
Mumtaz Mahal, as the “light of the palace.”
Sit down to a dinner inspired by Agra’s local
bazaar, and view the Taj Mahal at sunrise,
witnessing how the monument absorbs the
fiery colors surrounding it.
No photograph does the Taj Mahal justice — it looks
as if it were painted onto the sky and is both strikingly
simple and graced with fine details, particularly
the pietra dura (inlaid stonework) of the cenotaph.
With dawn’s stillness hanging in the air, marvel as
the luminous marble skin of the Taj Mahal’s façade
assumes the pink and orange hues of sunrise. After your
unforgettable encounter, return to your hotel for brunch,
and then drive to Agra’s airport to rejoin your private
jet. Meals: B L D
The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
Agra, India
At this luxurious hotel, views of the world’s most
beautiful monument are as close as your Premiere
Room’s private balcony. Oberoi Amarvilas’ decor
combines Mughal finery with modern elegance into
a singular, unforgettable environment.
01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-tours 17Uzbekistan May 16–18
Arrive at your hotel in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, welcomed
Silk Road Enclave by a throng of local musicians and flower-bearing children.
The following day, explore Samarkand’s Silk Road heritage
as you visit Registan, a trio of striking, majolica-clad
madrasas. Continue on to the grand mausoleums of
Gur-Amir and Shakhi-Zinda, architectural treasures
dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. Pause for
lunch at a local teahouse, where you learn to make one
of the region’s signature dishes. Then, take in a regional
music and folk-dancing performance at a neighboring
caravanserai (roadside inn). The next morning, take in
the grandeur of Bibi Khanym, one of the largest and most
magnificent mosques of the 15th century. Reduced to
ruins by the 20th century, original remains and restored
sections of its architecture tell its history.
Celebrate Samarkand’s Silk Road heritage with your
own private celebration in Registan Square, including
a concert and fashion show.
Next, glimpse local daily life as you stroll through
bustling Siab Market, the labyrinthine Jewish Quarter
and historic Gumbaz Synagogue. Enjoy a traditional
lunch followed by a private performance of street
acrobats. This afternoon, visit local artisan workshops
and enjoy free time at Tashkent Street. This evening,
attend an open-air concert in Registan Square, complete
with an orchestra, calligraphy demonstration, fire
jugglers and fashion show. Meals: B L D
DiliMah Hotel
Samarkand, Uzbekistan
DiliMah Hotel offers elegant accommodations in one
of the most ancient cities in the world. Located a short
distance from the old town, and an ideal base for
exploring Samarkand, DiliMah is reserved exclusively
for Cultural Treasures.
18 01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-toursAbu Dhabi May 19–21
Arrive in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, a modern city
A Desert Interlude with a strong sense of Emirati heritage. After settling into
your hotel, head to the Yas Marina Circuit, home to the
annual Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, for a cocktail and
dinner, followed by a sensational auto race put on just for
you. The next day, discover the Louvre Abu Dhabi, home
to a vast collection of artifacts and a modern architectural
marvel in itself. Then, visit Qasr Al Watan, known locally as
the Palace of the Nation, to gain a rare insight into Emirati
governance and culture through the palace’s exhibits. Enjoy
a private lunch served inside the palace.
Saddle up for a camel-back polo match, an
Arabian twist on the traditional sport of kings.
This evening, venture out into the dunes for a sunset
cocktail reception and dinner in a romantic tented oasis
beneath the desert stars. The following day, choose from
a host of Design Your Day options: Discover Dubai by
land and air and participate in an exciting camel-back
polo match; play 18 holes at the Saadiyat Beach Golf Club;
or explore Qasr Al Hosn, a historical landmark and the
oldest stone building in Abu Dhabi. The next day, pay a
visit to the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque,
widely renowned as Abu Dhabi’s crown jewel. The mosque
accommodates the world’s largest Persian carpet, seven
crystal chandeliers and some 41,000 worshipers. Return to
the airport and board your private jet. Meals: B L D
The Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Located in a luxurious island sanctuary, this property offers
stunning views of the Arabian Sea from your private balcony.
01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-tours 19Jordan May 22–23
Fly to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, a country
Nabatean Treasures with outstanding ancient history and beautiful desert
landscapes. The next day, discover Jordan’s most iconic
treasure, the ancient city of Petra, built between 800
BC and AD 100 by the Nabatean Arabs. Meet with an
archaeologist and enjoy a private lunch in a cavern
on the site. On your last evening here, enjoy a special
candlelit dinner at “Little Petra” (Siq el-Barid), among
the temples, enhanced with dramatic lighting and
traditional music.
Enjoy a special candlelit dinner in a dramatic
setting among the temples in “Little Petra” with
live musicians arranged exclusively for you.
Siq el-Barid is a classical temple that stands guard
outside the miniature siq, which appears to have been
an important suburb of the city of Petra. The narrow
file, only some 380 yards long, is crammed with tombs,
temples, houses, water channels and cisterns. The next
day, explore Wadi Rum, known as the Valley of the
Moon, the largest and most magnificent of Jordan’s
desert landscapes. Enjoy an exhilarating 4x4 experience
as you explore the vast sand dunes and rose-tinted
mountains where Bedouin tribes still camp. Return to
Aqaba’s airport and rejoin the crew of your private jet.
Meals: B L D
Mövenpick Hotel Petra
Petra, Jordan
Fronting the entrance to Petra, the Mövenpick Hotel Petra
affords the closest possible access to the Treasury, located
just a 40-minute walk inside the gate. The hotel’s 183 rooms
and suites evoke an authentic Arabian ambience of natural
stone, handcrafted wood and Middle Eastern fabrics.
20 01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-toursSicily May 24–27
Spectacularly perched on the side of a mountain,
Mediterranean Jewel Taormina, Italy, offers a vibrant taste of the Sicilian dolce
vita. Hit the road and take in the nearby artisan villages
as you drive your own vintage Alfa Romeo or Fiat 500,
stopping to see a traditional opera dei pupi (marionette
performance), play a traditional mouth harp and visit
a local Sicilian cart-decorator workshop. Meet a local
historian who delves into the history and realities of
the Mafia in Sicily. Explore the ancient Greek theater
of Taormina, built in the third century BC. Discover
the charming town of Taormina on a privately guided
walking tour, then journey to the heart of Mount Etna
in 4x4 vehicles.
Experience the atmosphere of a 19th-century
Sicilian wedding during a private farewell party,
complete with folk dancing and music, costumed
entertainers, and local food producers who share
an array of traditional delicacies.
Cap off your time in Sicily with a gala farewell dinner
held in a town square opened just for your group.
Experience the atmosphere of a 19th-century Sicilian
wedding, complete with folk dancing, music and
traditional delicacies. The next morning, board your
private jet for the flight back to Boston, U.S.A., where
you bid farewell to your private jet crew and connect
with your homebound flight.
Meals: B L D (May 24–26); B L (May 27)
San Domenico Palace, A Four Seasons Hotel
Taormina, Sicily
A longtime draw for the rich and famous in Sicily, San
Domenico Palace occupies a privileged position overlooking
the Bay of Taormina and the Ionian Sea. Multiple terraces offer
stunning views of the ocean as well as nearby Mount Etna.
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RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT refund with respect to such flight.
A non-refundable deposit of $15,000 per person and a signed contract Before August 9, 2021 $15,000 Passengers and their personal belongings, including baggage, are subject
is required to secure a confirmed reservation for the Tour. A second to search by airport authorities to ensure the safety and security of the
non-refundable deposit of $45,000 per person is due by August 9, Between August 10 and November 5, 2021 $60,000 flight. Any passenger who, upon request, refuses to consent to any such
2021. Final payment will be due on or before November 5, 2021. If procedure may be refused transportation.
your reservation is made within 181 days of departure (on or after On or after 100% of the
No individual air ticket will be issued to the travellers on the private jet.
November 5, 2021), the entire cost of the trip must be paid at the time November 6, 2021 program price Rather, each traveller will be listed on a master air manifest that will be
of confirmation. If the Tour is fully booked when your reservation is the responsibility of the Tour Director throughout the Tour.
received, your payment will be returned within 7 days, or with your The guest agrees the sums referenced in the cancellation provisions Air Carrier’s Right to Deny Boarding. The Air Carrier shall have the
authorization, we can retain the deposit and place your name on a above are not a penalty and represent a reasonable effort on behalf right to refuse boarding or to remove any passenger:
waiting list in case other passengers cancel their reservations. Even if of A&K to establish its loss prospectively and represent liquidated
you authorize us to put your name on a waiting list, we will notify you (a) Who appears to be intoxicated or under the influence of any illicit
damages. These include amongst other costs but not limited to fees drug or controlled substance;
within 7 days that your selected flight is fully booked. charged by hotels and travel suppliers to A&K for cancelled bookings.
All checks and money orders must be made payable to our (b) Who refuses to consent to any reasonable checks of his person or
If you cancel and provide a substitute participant for this trip, you will baggage deemed by the Air Carrier or responsible airport authorities to
depository bank, “Shelby Financial Corporation – Abercrombie & receive a full refund of money paid toward the charter price less an
Kent USA, LLC, Escrow Account,” or to your travel agent, who in be in the best interest of the flight;
administrative charge of $25 within 14 days after the substitute has paid (c) If necessary for the reasonable safety and comfort of the other
turn must make a check payable to “Shelby Financial Corporation – in full. The costs for visas, commercial air tickets, and pre-tour or
Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, Escrow Account.” passengers or if the passenger is creating a hazard or risk to himself or
post-tour independent arrangements may not be refundable. If you other persons or property;
Payment may be made using any major credit card, check or wire paid for the Tour by credit card, you may cancel and receive a full refund
transfer, and all payments are secured in an escrow account. (d) Whose passport, visas, vaccination certificates and all other required
any time until you have signed an Operator Participant Contract. Such
Please note: A minimum age to participate in this program applies. travel documents are not complete, or who has not complied with the
refunds will be made within 14 days of cancellation.
Please inquire at the time of booking. applicable laws, regulations, orders, demands or travel requirements
The passenger shall have the right to cancel and receive a full refund if of any country or state from, through or to which a charter flight is
ESCROW AGREEMENT A&K makes any of the following “major changes” in the Tour prior to operated on the Tour.
All payments received by Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, for travel departure:
Tour Itinerary
services on this charter program are protected in part by a surety (a) A change in the departure or return date, unless the change results The full Tour begins in Seattle on May 5, 2022, and ends in Boston on
trust agreement that we have obtained from Level One Bank, 32991 from a flight delay required by the Air Carrier that does not exceed May 27, 2022. The information regarding the itinerary, flight segments,
Hamilton Court, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. Unless you file a claim forty-eight (48) hours, and of which A&K received less than two (2) hotels, and ground services provided in the Cultural Treasures: Around
with us, or, if we are not available, with the securer within 60 days after days’ notice. the World by Private Jet brochure is hereby incorporated by reference.
the completion of the charter, the securer will be released from all (b) A change in the origin or destination city, unless the change affects Passenger’s Representations
liability to you under this security agreement. Claims should be filed only the order in which cities are visited. (a) Passenger certifies that he or she has not recently been treated for, nor
directly with Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, and Shelby Financial (c) A substitution of any hotel of lesser quality that is not named in this is he or she aware, of any physical or other condition or disability that
Corporation, Attention: Michael Glynn, 5 Great Valley Parkway, Suite contract. would create a hazard to him or herself or other members of this Tour or
110, Malvern, PA 19355 within 60 days after the completion of the (d) A price increase of more than 10 percent (10%). reduce their ability to enjoy and benefit from the sightseeing and dining
trip. Otherwise, Shelby Financial Corporation, Level One Bank and Notice of any “major change” described in this paragraph will be given program. Passenger agrees that he or she may be removed from the Tour
Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, shall be released from all liability to within seven (7) days of learning of the change, but at least ten (10) at his or her own expense if not compliant with the foregoing.
you under this Agreement. days prior to the scheduled departure date. Provided, however, that if (b) Passenger agrees to comply with all treaties, customs, police, public
22 01242 386 486 | abercrombiekent.co.uk/private-jet-tourshealth and other regulations including the immigration and customs HEALTH REQUIREMENTS TRAVEL ADVISORIES/WARNINGS
laws of each country or state from, through, or to which the Tour This is an active program, which requires you to make a realistic It is the responsibility of the guest to become informed about the most
is operated. assessment of your health. All participants are expected to be in active current travel advisories and warnings by referring to the U.S. State
(c) Passenger accepts full responsibility for all consequences of his or her good health, to enjoy travelling as part of a group, and to be ready to Department or their respective government agencies. In the event of an
failure to obtain passports, visas, vaccination certificates and all other experience cultural differences with grace. Walking and climbing stairs active State Department or government agency Travel Warning against
documents required for travel to destinations in the Tour itinerary. are required in many hotels and airports, to board the aircraft, and as travel to the specific destination location(s) of the trip, should the guest
(d) Passenger warrants that his or her passports have the minimum part of many excursions. Prior to travelling, we highly recommend still choose to travel, notwithstanding any travel advisory, the guest
required number of blank pages to last the duration of the itinerary visiting your personal physician for a check-up, so that you may discuss assumes all risk of personal injury, death or property damage that may
as described in the Cultural Treasures: Around the World by Private your ability to participate in this type of journey. Proof of yellow fever arise out of the events like those advised or warned against.
Jet brochure. inoculation is required only if travelling from an endemic area. For the
latest recommendations on specific health precautions for the areas you
ARBITRATION AGREEMENT
PROGRAM INCLUSIONS will visit, consult your physician and the Centers for Disease Control.
Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms and
Included in the quoted program price: Conditions, to the Limits on A&K’s Responsibility clause, to any A&K
Any physical condition requiring special attention, diet, or treatment
Aircraft: The private jet flights will be performed using a Boeing 757- brochure, or to any information regarding any A&K journey, service
should be reported in writing when the reservation is made. We will
200ER aircraft with 50 lie-flat, VIP-style seats from Seattle, Washington, or package, or to any A&K-related trip, activity, service or package,
make reasonable efforts to accommodate participants with special needs;
USA, routing via Anchorage, Alaska and Chistose, Japan (technical shall be settled in the first instance by binding arbitration before one (1)
however, we cannot accommodate wheelchairs. If you require a slower
stops); Taipei, Taiwan; Kathmandu, Nepal; Agra, India; Samarkand, arbitrator in Chicago, Illinois. Any party or their representative may
pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements
Uzbekistan; Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Aqaba, Jordan; Catania, appear for the arbitration by telephone or video conference. Each party
will be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the
Sicily; Shannon, Ireland (technical stop); Boston, Massachusetts, USA. shall bear its own fees, costs and expenses and an equal share of any
discretion of our Tour staff. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be
The air carrier for the private jet flights will be Icelandair. Additionally, arbitrator and administrative fees; however, the prevailing party shall
the responsibility of the participant. If you would like to forgo some of
local charter flights will be used for transportation between Nepal, be entitled to full recovery of all such costs and fees. Disputes shall be
the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, please feel free to do so
Bhutan and India. arbitrated on an individual basis, with there being no right or authority
at any time.
Accommodations: Accommodations as indicated in the itinerary, based for any disputes to be arbitrated on a class action basis or in a purported
on double occupancy. Single occupancy is available at a supplementary PHOTOGRAPHY DURING TRAVEL representative capacity on behalf of the general public, other travel
cost. Single accommodations are limited on this program. A limited A&K reserves the right to take photographs and video of guests during suppliers or other entities similarly situated.
number of suite upgrades are available at additional cost at some the operation of any program or part thereof and to use, re-use, publish,
and republish their image, identity likeness, name, voice, interview,
GUEST’S REPRESENTATIONS
destinations and can be purchased on a first-come, first-served basis. The guest represents that neither he nor she nor anyone travelling with
Note: A&K will assign seats on the private jet and hotel/camp statements, video clips and sound recordings, and/or photographic
him or her has any physical or other condition or disability that could
accommodations on a first-come, first-served basis at its discretion. portraits or pictures in which guest(s) may be included (an “Image”), for
create a hazard to him or herself or other members of the Tour.
promotional purposes during the program and thereafter. By booking
Visas: Concierge service to facilitate the procurement of required visas. A&K reserves the right to decline to accept anyone on a trip, and to
a program with A&K, guests acknowledge that A&K is the owner of the
Meals: All meals, beginning with dinner in Seattle on May 5, 2022, and photographs and video and agree to allow their Image to be used in such remove from the trip, at his or her sole expense, anyone whose condition
ending with lunch onboard the private jet on May 27, 2022. photographs and videos, which may thereafter, be used by A&K. Guests is such that he or she could create a hazard to himself or herself or
Beverages: Bottled water at all meals and on excursions. Beer, wine, soft who prefer that their images not be used must (1) identify themselves others, or otherwise impact the enjoyment of other guests on the trip.
drinks and bottled water at all lunches and dinners where available. Full to their Tour Director at the beginning of their Journey; and (2) notify Additional guest assistance is available at a supplemental cost.
bar service on private jet flights and at scheduled cocktail events. their A&K Travel Consultant by email, not later than thirty (30) days AIR TRANSPORTATION TO SEATTLE AND FROM BOSTON
Private transfers: Transfer on arrival to join the trip in Seattle is following the end of the guest’s journey. In the event the guest fails Air transportation to Seattle and from Boston is not included in the Tour
included, regardless of the day of arrival. to comply with both obligations, the guest shall not be exempt from price. Upon request we will arrange the best-priced airfare available in
Additional inclusions: A&K’s Travelling Bell Boy Service is provided; this section. If such written notice is not timely provided, the guests, the class category you request at the time of your booking. Please note
however, because of security regulations, this service may be limited individually and on behalf of any minor child travelling with them, have that certain airfares are subject to a service fee. Should you cancel or
at airports, rail stations and points of embarkation for cruises. A&K’s granted unrestricted rights and permission for A&K to use the Images. change your air reservation before or after your departure, cancellation
Traveller’s Valet includes laundry service for ten (10) pieces at two penalties may apply. Air reservations will not be confirmed until a
LIMITS ON A&K’S RESPONSIBILITY
selected locations during the trip; dry cleaning is not included. passport copy is received.
Neither A&K nor its parent company, affiliates or subsidiaries, nor any of
Services: Services of professional A&K Tour Director, Tour Managers, their respective employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors,
Luggage Manager and a Physician throughout the itinerary; local guides AIRLINE CONDITIONS
representatives, agents and assigns (collectively the “A&K Parties”), owns Aircraft are not responsible for any act, omission or event during the
are provided in each destination. or operates any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your time guests are not on board the aircraft during the itinerary. These
Hotel and airport taxes. trip with the exception of a limited number of vehicles. A&K purchases programs may use the services of any IATA carrier.
Internet access: Internet access will be limited in some destinations; transportation (by aircraft, coach, train, vessel or otherwise), hotel and other
The Aircraft used are subject to international air conventions limiting
where available, complimentary Internet access is included. lodging accommodations, restaurant, ground handling and other services
their liability. The limitations of liability are contained on the reverse
Entrance fees: During all sightseeing tours. from various independent suppliers (including from time to time other
side of the airline ticket and form part of the terms and conditions of this
Gratuities: All gratuities, including those for your professional A&K affiliated A&K companies). All such persons and entities are independent
package. A&K reserves the right to substitute, without giving reason,
Tour Director/Managers and Luggage Manager. contractors. As a result, the A&K Parties are not liable for any negligent or
another one or more aircraft of suitable standard and configuration for
Not included in the quoted program price: willful act of any such person or entity or of any third person.
the aircraft operated.
A&K’s Guest Protection Program; airfares to join/leave the program; In addition and without limitation, the A&K Parties are not responsible
ANY PAYMENT TO ABERCROMBIE & KENT CONSTITUTES YOUR
additional or alternative sightseeing not included in the itinerary; excess for any injury, financial or physical loss, death, inconvenience, delay or
ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SET OUT
baggage charges; personal expenses such as costs to obtain passports damage to personal property in connection with the provision of any goods
HEREIN, WHICH MUST BE CONFIRMED BY SIGNATURE ON THE
and visas which are not included in the Tour cost; special assistance; or services whether resulting from but not limited to acts of God or force
OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACT THAT WILL BE SENT TO
meals other than specified in the itinerary; premium liquor except on majeure, illness, disease, acts of war, civil unrest, insurrection or revolt,
YOU UPON CONFIRMATION OF YOUR RESERVATION.
the private jet and during special events; beverages, other than those animals, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities
with group meals or at group functions; personal laundry (except of any kind, overbooking or downgrading of services, food poisoning,
for A&K’s Traveller’s Valet); and communication charges. Itinerary, mechanical or other failure of aircraft or other means of transportation or ONE NAME: ONE UNPARALLELED
accommodations and arranged sightseeing are subject to change at any for failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart on time. STANDARD WORLDWIDE
time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances beyond A&K’s There are many inherent risks in adventure travel of the type involved here, Throughout this brochure, you’ll see references to “Abercrombie
control. Every effort will be made to operate the Tour as planned. which can lead to illness, injury, or even death. These risks are increased & Kent” (or simply “A&K”). This is our shorthand for the many
by the fact that these trips take place in remote locations, far from medical independent Abercrombie & Kent companies that work with
PRICES & ARRANGEMENTS facilities. Guest assumes all such risks associated with participating in A&K, to provide its guests with a consistent worldwide standard
The quoted Tour price includes planning, handling and operational these trips. of expertise and excellence in travel. Their independence allows
charges, and is based on current rates of exchange, tariffs and taxes as of
If you decide to participate in any activities including, but not limited to, any our guests to benefit from unique local knowledge and specialized
October 2020. Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, reserves the right to increase
excursions involving animals, riding on animals, scuba diving, snorkeling, services available only from destination-based operating
Tour price to cover increased costs, fuel surcharges, tariffs and taxes after
boating, hot air ballooning, helicopter flights, ziplining, high altitude treks, companies around the globe.
brochure is published, and to reflect fluctuations in foreign exchange
climbing, quad biking, parasailing, parachuting, kayaking, whitewater
markets. Marco Polo Club discount is not applicable to this program.
rafting, jet boat rides, snowmobiling, primate tracking and any other
Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, also reserves the right to change activity which A&K considers to carry inherent risk of serious illness, injury AMENDMENTS
the aircraft if it becomes unserviceable with a reasonable substitute or death (“Activities”), then you fully understand and acknowledge that A&K reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions in its
of comparable capacity, withdraw a Tour or any part of it, to make Activities carry with them various inherent risks, including serious illness, published materials and to amend these Terms and Conditions at any
such alterations in the itinerary, to change the maximum number injury or death and you take complete responsibility for your own health time as the result of any material changes to legislation or regulation.
of passengers, or with the Tour inclusions as it deems necessary or and safety and agree to assume all risks of injury, illness or death, whether All amended Terms and Conditions shall automatically be effective
desirable and to pass on to Tour members any expenditures or losses foreseen or unforeseen, that may befall you as a result of participating in any upon being posted by A&K to the website abercrombiekent.com.
caused by delays or events beyond its control. Activities and agree to release the A&K Parties from any liability whatsoever Accordingly, guests should check the website abercrombiekent.com
PASSPORTS & VISAS related thereto. prior to travel in order to ensure they are aware of any changes.
A passport is required for all guests on this journey. Your passport needs Further, as consideration for being permitted to participate in the Activities;
you release the A&K, Parties whether known or unknown, from, and agree
PRIVACY NOTICE
to be valid beyond November 27, 2022, and should have a minimum of
See the A&K USA Privacy Notice, which can be found at
(12) blank visa pages for entry and exit stamps. Tourist visas for entry not to sue or make claim against the A&K Parties for, property damage,
abercrombiekent.com/privacy, and which is incorporated herein.
into India and Uzbekistan should be obtained prior to your departure. cancellation of any Activities for any reason, illness, negligent rescue
operations or procedures, personal injury, or death arising out of your ©2020 Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, ABERCROMBIE & KENT,
Tour visas and/or entry permits for Nepal, Bhutan and Jordan will be
participation in the Activities, and any activity related thereto, including A&K, CONNECTIONS, CONNECTIONS BY ABERCROMBIE
obtained on your behalf by A&K. At the time of publication, visas
transportation to and from the site of the Activities, regardless of whether & KENT, DESIGN YOUR DAY, INSPIRING EXPERIENCES,
are not required for U.S. or Canadian passport holders for any other
such property damage, illness, personal injury, or death results from the GUARDIAN ANGEL, MARCO POLO CLUB, MARCO POLO
destination on this itinerary. Citizens of other countries should contact
negligence of the A&K Parties and/or from any defect in equipment. You JOURNEYS, RESIDENT TOUR DIRECTOR, SIGNATURE SERIES,
the appropriate consular office for entry requirements pertaining
further agree to indemnify and hold the A&K Parties harmless with respect SIMPLY THE BEST WAY TO TRAVEL, TRAVELLER’S VALET,
to their journey. A&K provides a visa processing concierge service;
to any claim made against the A&K Parties by anyone else which (a) related TRAVELLING BELL BOY and the ampersand design are service
information and instructions for the procurement of the required
to your participation in any trip or any Activities, or (b) which would be marks owned by A&K Sarl.
visas to India and Uzbekistan will be provided in your pre-tour
subject to the above release and covenant not to sue if you had made the CST #2007274-20
documentation. This service does not include the visa fees or guarantee
the issuance of visas or passports. Officials may request additional claim directly yourself. Upon receipt of notice of the assertion of a claim, the USDOT #PC-20-102
documentation and, in declining to issue a passport or visa, such A&K Parties reserve the right to approve, or withdraw approval of, counsel,
officials may not disclose their reasoning. Failure to obtain visas and/or in its sole discretion.
entry permits does not negate the terms and conditions. Any extra costs
for rerouting participants without visas and/or entry permits will be the
responsibility of the participant.
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