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P R I VAT E J E T
Cultural Treasures
Around the World by Private Jet
October 12–November 3, 2019
®
each day was an immaculately choreographed adventure, presented
with authenticity and style.
This spectacular new 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 majestic Petra and the peerless Taj Mahal to the Naadam
Games and the Bhutanese tshechu festival, Cultural Treasures immerses you in the touchstones that define the societies
that created them. Whether an impossible-seeming church complex carved out of rock or an athletic contest predating
the reign of Genghis Khan, these are wonders you discover up close, led by experts hand picked 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 Kyoto, Kathmandu and Abu Dhabi,
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 along the way.
We hope you will join us for this truly one-of-a-kind journey.
Geoffrey Kent
Founder, Chairman & CEO
Abercrombie & Kent
Follow @geoffrey_kent on Instagram
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Boston
Catania & Taormina,
Sicily
Cultural Treasures
Around the World by Private Jet
23 Days | October 12–November 3, 2019 | Limited to 50 Guests
$129,000 per person, double occupancy | $16,500 single supplement
Japan | Land of the Rising Sun Nepal | Heart of the Himalaya
Oct 14–16 | Experience an authentic Japanese tea Oct 20–21 | Gaze upon the slopes of Mount Everest and
ceremony and attend a private geisha performance. its neighboring peaks on a thrilling helicopter flight.
Mongolia | Where Nomads Roam Bhutan | Buddhist Heritage
Oct 17–19 | Attend a private Naadam Games Oct 22–24 | Witness a tshechu festival held just for
competition, Mongolia’s traditional test of athletic skill. you, a community-wide celebration featuring vibrant
music and dancing.
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia Seattle
Gobi Desert,
Aqaba & Petra, Mongolia
Jordan Kathmandu,
Nepal Osaka & Kyoto,
Paro, Bhutan Japan
Agra,
Abu Dhabi, India
United Arab
Emirates
Private Jet Flights
Seattle - Osaka (11.75 hours)
Osaka - Ulaanbaatar (5 hours)
Ulaanbaatar - Kathmandu (7.5 hours)
Kathmandu - Agra (1.5 hours)
Agra - Abu Dhabi (4.25 hours)
Abu Dhabi - Aqaba (3.25 hours)
Aqaba - Catania (3.75 hours)
Catania - Boston (10.5 hours)
Local Charter Flights
Ulaanbaatar - Gobi Desert (1.5 hours each way)
Kathmandu - Paro (1 hour each way)
India | The Romantic Taj Mahal Jordan | Nabatean Treasures
Oct 25 | Sit down to a Mughal-themed banquet Oct 29–30 | Explore the desert by 4x4 vehicle,
and view the Taj Mahal at sunrise. discover Petra with a local archaeologist and gather
for a spectacular torchlit dinner in “Little Petra.”
Abu Dhabi | A Desert Interlude
Sicily | Mediterranean Jewel
Oct 26–28 | Enjoy a spectacular feast under dazzling
stars at a private Bedouin-style desert camp and choose Oct 31–Nov 3 | Be welcomed with a wedding-themed
your preferred way of exploring the city. celebration, drive your own Alfa Romeo and enjoy an
aperitif at Etna Observatory, opened just for you.
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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 50
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 Every Private Jet Journey • Off-the-beaten-path itinerary only made possible by private jet • Custom-crafted culinary experiences and festive • Unrivaled local expertise through A&K’s worldwide network local entertainment of offices • A choice of activities in select destinations with • Authentic insider access and exclusive experiences that A&K’s Design Your Day® reveal the true essence of a destination • Opportunities to dine on your own and sample your • Dedicated Tour Director and Tour Managers throughout destination’s cuisine • Local guides and experts to enhance your experience • White Glove passport and visa handling service • Chartered Boeing 757 with fully lie-flat, first-class seats • Travelling Bell Boy® luggage handling service • Flight crew that travels with you from start to finish, with • Traveller’s Valet® complimentary mid-journey laundry service crew-to-guest ratio of 1:7 • All meals, with beer and wine; full bar service on board with • Onboard amenities including in-seat massage, charging your preferred cocktails available in flight and at special events ports, noise-canceling headsets and curated entertainment • All gratuities • Onboard physician and Executive Chef • 24/7 worldwide support from over 55 A&K offices in • Hand-selected, one-of-a-kind accommodations more than 30 countries
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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 50 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.
8 888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jetPrivileged 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 Naadam Games tournament in Mongolia, put on just for you; and an exclusive Sicilian welcome party styled after a traditional wedding, 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 Ritz-Carlton and Oberoi, but also a comfortable ger camp with modern
en suite baths, exclusively reserved for your group; Dwarika’s in Kathmandu, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its
extraordinary native woodwork; and accommodations in Jordan just steps from iconic Petra.
Sicily
Bhutan United Arab Emirates MongoliaFine Dining & Entertainment
Your meals are more than just a chance to dine at the end of the day — they are a complete feast for the senses, with local
entertainment and stunning natural backdrops that turn a meal into an event. Dine in a 17th-century Japanese castle, with
a welcome by armored samurai warriors; sample the flavors of India at a Mughal-themed feast in Agra; and experience
the romance of the desert with a candlelit feast in Siq el-Barid (“Little Petra”). 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.
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Cultural Treasures
Around the World by Private Jet
23 Days | October 12–November 3, 2019 | Limited to 50 Guests
$129,000 per person, double occupancy | $16,500 single supplement
P R I VAT E J E TJapan Oct 12
Arrive in Seattle and transfer to your accommodations at the
Land of the Rising Sun Four Seasons Hotel Seattle, where you meet your tour leadership
team and fellow guests over cocktails and dinner. Meals: D
Oct 13–16
Set off on your private jet for Osaka, Japan (crossing the
International Dateline en route), and transfer to Kyoto.
Spend a morning taking in the sights of Kyoto and
enjoy a guided Zen meditation session, a Japanese tea
ceremony and a walk through peaceful bamboo groves.
Choose from several inspiring Design Your Day options,
including a lesson in samurai swordsmanship; a guided
shopping excursion and food tour; a sake brewery visit
and tasting; and a visit with an indigo dye maker. In the
evening, dine at Nijo Castle — reserved exclusively for you
— where you are welcomed by samurai warriors in armor.
Celebrate in style at an exquisitely presented
kaiseki banquet, complete with a geiko (geisha)
and maiko (apprentice geisha) who dance, sing
and converse about their fascinating lives.
A morning visit to Nara begins with a stroll through
Nara Park, famous for its habituated semi-wild deer,
followed by a stop at eighth-century Todai-ji Temple. This
afternoon, experience the ancient art of kimono wearing,
as a traditional tailor visits to outfit you for tonight’s gala
dinner event. Dinner is accompanied by a private geisha
performance, followed by a thrilling taiko drumming
demonstration at Kiyomizu Temple. Meals: B L D
Four Seasons Hotel The Ritz-Carlton
Seattle Kyoto
Seattle, Washington Kyoto, Japan
Downtown location with This luxury hotel offers six
stunning views of Elliott Bay dining venues, an upscale
and Puget Sound. bar and a luxurious spa.
14 888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jetMongolia Oct 17–19
Your private jet today brings you to Mongolia, where
Where Nomads Roam families of nomads still roam the plains on horseback
as their ancestors did centuries ago. On landing at
Ulaanbaatar, board a local charter flight for the Gobi
Desert, which lies between the Siberian wilderness to the
north and the Tibetan Plateau to the south, and features
Bactrian camels, mountain sheep, golden eagles and
many endemic reptiles. Settle in at your comfortable ger
camp, a luxurious take on a traditional nomadic dwelling
and reserved exclusively for your group. The night sky
here is awe-inspiring and an astronomer is on hand to
lead an evening of stargazing. During your stay, attend a
special presentation of the Naadam Games, traditional
contests of archery, wrestling and horsemanship that
speak to Mongolia’s deep military history.
Witness a special presentation of the Naadam
Games, an athletic contest that predated
Genghis Khan.
Also visit the aptly named, red sandstone Flaming Cliffs,
accompanied by a local paleontologist who teaches you
about the extraordinary dinosaur finds (including the first
dinosaur eggs) made in this area. Your time here includes
a dazzling range of Design Your Day activities, including
a camel ride and visit with a nomadic family; a private
calligraphy lesson; meditation instruction with a Buddhist
lama; a chance to practice archery with an expert tutor;
and a hike in an ancient river valley. Meals: B L D
Three Camel Lodge
Bulgan Sum, Mongolia
Experience the authentic nomadic lifestyle without
sacrificing comfort at Three Camel Lodge, reserved
exclusively for your journey. Each felt-lined ger tent features
a wood-burning stove (tended by camp staff), furnishings
made by local artists and modern en suite bath.
888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jet 15Nepal Oct 20–21
On 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
amazing 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 for the summit.
Gaze on the slopes of Mount Everest on a
thrilling private helicopter flight.
At Boudhanath, the world’s largest Buddhist shrine,
make a butter lamp offering at the stupa; witness sacred
Hindu rituals at Pashupatinath, a sprawling complex of
temples and shrines; and meet in private with a heritage
and architecture expert at Patan city as you explore
the ongoing reconstruction of these UNESCO World
Heritage Sites. Meals: B L D
Dwarika’s
Kathmandu, Nepal
This family-owned property features beautiful handcarved
woodwork and was recognized by UNESCO for its
native treasures.
16 888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jetBhutan Oct 22–24
Board a local charter flight bound for Paro, Bhutan.
Buddhist Heritage Visit the National Museum of Bhutan, housed inside an
ancient watchtower and containing some of the finest
specimens of Bhutanese art gathered from different parts
of the country. Continue to Paro Dzong, one of the most
impressive and well-known dzongs (Buddhist palaces)
in Bhutan. A short drive then takes you to Thimphu, the
capital of Bhutan. Gain fascinating insights into Bhutanese
culture with a visit to Buddha Point. Hike to breathtaking
Taktsang Monastery, the unofficial symbol of Bhutan, also
referred to as the Tiger’s Nest. Experience Bhutan your
way with the Design Your Day activity of your choice:
Hike to the fortress-like monastery of Zurig Dzong, enjoy
cycling or meet with a local astrologer for a personal
fortune-telling session.
Attend an exclusive tshechu festival, a community-
wide spectacle of dance and celebration.
Your Bhutanese experience culminates with a private
tshechu festival put on just for you. The tshechu brings
together an entire community to share ritual dances that
illustrate events in the life of eighth-century Buddhist
master Guru Rinpoche, and is one of the most vibrant
and colorful spectacles a visitor to Bhutan can witness.
Meals: B L D
Uma by Como
Paro, Bhutan
Located in the scenic Paro Valley, this intimate property is
reserved exclusively for Abercrombie & Kent’s Cultural
Treasures: Around the World by Private Jet.
888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jet 17India Oct 25
Fly to Agra, India, and arrive at your hotel to a festive
The Romantic Taj Mahal welcome befitting a maharajah. Settle into your room
and take in the view from your private balcony at the
Oberoi Amarvilas facing the Taj Mahal. This evening,
enjoy an exclusive Mughal-themed dinner, along with
a performance of Kathak dance, a pantomime-like art
with roots dating back to the nomadic bards of ancient
India. The dance form was introduced to India through
the imperial courts of the great Mughal emperors. Their
patronage transformed it from a simple devotional art
form to a classical discipline known for its grace and
evocative steps.
Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, and witness for
yourself how the monument absorbs the fiery
colors surrounding it.
Begin the next day with a visit to the Taj Mahal itself. No
photograph does the monument 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. Witness for yourself
the way its luminous marble skin takes on the pink and
orange hues of the sunrise. Return to Agra’s airport and
rejoin the crew of 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.
18 888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jetAbu Dhabi Oct 26–28
Arrive in Abu Dhabi, a modern city with a strong sense
A Desert Interlude of Emirati cultural heritage and a force on the world
stage. Begin your sightseeing at the impressive Grand
Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, with
a capacity for an astonishing 40,000 worshippers. It
features 82 domes, over 1,000 columns, 24-karat-gold
gilded chandeliers and the world’s largest hand-knotted
carpet. Explore the Louvre Abu Dhabi, the first museum
of its kind in the Arab world: a universal museum
bringing together global cultures to shine fresh light
on the shared stories of humanity.
Enjoy a magical evening as you drive through the
dunes to arrive at an exclusive traditional Bedouin-
style camp, where a delicious dinner awaits.
The next day is yours to experience as you like on the
Design Your Day activity of your choice. Visit the
Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital to explore nature’s most
awe-inspiring bird of prey; tour the facilities of the
Yas Marina Circuit, one of the world’s most advanced
Formula 1 circuits; spend a full day in the beautiful
garden city of Al Ain exploring the old palace of the
Emirate’s ruling family and the historic fort; or discover
Dubai by land and air, and then participate in an exciting
camel polo match. Later, set out into the desert for a
sunset cocktail reception and dinner in an encampment
in the dunes set up exclusively for you. Meals: B L D
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Minutes from the heart of Abu Dhabi lies this oasis of
Middle Eastern-style splendor. Garden Suites feature
dedicated butler services, spacious layouts, luxuriously
appointed interiors and a private terrace overlooking the
resort’s manicured gardens.
888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jet 19Jordan Oct 29–30
Fly to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, a country
Nabatean Treasures with outstanding ancient history and beautiful desert
landscapes. Explore Wadi Rum, known as 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. Discover
Jordan’s most iconic treasure, the ancient city of Petra,
built between 800 BC to AD 100 by the Nabatean Arabs.
Explore alongside an archaeologist and enjoy a private
lunch in a cavern on the site.
Enjoy a special candlelit dinner in a dramatic
setting among the temples in “Little Petra” with
live musicians arranged exclusively for you.
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. 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. 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.
20 888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jetSicily Oct 31–Nov 3
Spectacularly perched on the side of a mountain, Taormina,
Mediterranean Jewel Sicily, offers a vibrant taste of Sicilian dolce vita. Experience
the atmosphere of a 19th-century Sicilian wedding during a
private welcome party in one of the town squares, complete
with folk dancing and music, entertainment and traditional
delicacies. 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, during an exclusive visit.
Experience the atmosphere of a 19th-century
Sicilian wedding during a private welcome party,
complete with folk dancing and music, costumed
entertainers and local producers who share an
array of traditional delicacies.
Discover the charming town of Taormina during a
privately guided walking tour, and then journey to the
heart of Mount Etna volcano in 4x4 vehicles, exploring
the lava flows, craters and grottoes created by this force of
nature. Enjoy exclusive access to the Etna Observatory to
enjoy an aperitif at sunset. Finish your time in Sicily with a
gala farewell dinner at the Palace Duchi di Santo Stefano,
opened privately for you. 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 (Oct 31–Nov 2); B L (Nov 3)
Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo
Taormina, Sicily
The first hotel in Taormina, Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo is a
haven of manicured gardens, sensational cuisine and thrilling
views of Mount Etna and beyond. Indulge in a treatment at
the spa or a cocktail on the Literary Terrace.
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Trip cancellation, health and accident insurance are strongly
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World by Private Jet, (hereinafter called the “Tour”) from October Insurance premiums and refunds are subject to the policies of the within fourteen (14) days after the return date named in this
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services not provided.
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A&K is the charter operator and, except as expressly provided in Each participant is strictly limited to 80 lbs. of checked baggage in reason whatsoever, in its sole and unreviewable discretion.
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the Tour. However, in the absence of negligence of A&K, we are USA, LLC, and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility due to circumstances that make it physically impossible for it to
not responsible for personal injury, property damage or other loss of the participant. Check with your selected airline for other baggage operate the Tour. If a charter is canceled 10 or more days before the
caused by (a) any air carrier, hotel or other supplier of any of the restrictions applicable to your flights to join and leave the Tour. schedule departure, A&K will notify you in writing within 7 days
services being offered in connection with the Tour, or by (b) delays,
On local charter flights during the course of this journey, various after the cancellation, but in any event, at least 10 days before the
or defects in or failures of any aircraft, vessel, automotive vehicle,
weight restrictions apply: In Mongolia, baggage is strictly limited scheduled departure. If cancellation within 10 days of the departure
or other means of transportation or supplier that is not under its
to 33 lbs. per person; in Nepal and Bhutan, checked luggage is date is required because it is physically impossible to operate the
direct control.
strictly limited to 66 lbs. per person. Soft-sided luggage is strongly Tour, A&K will notify the passenger as soon as possible.
recommended for local charter flights and a duffel bag for this
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The price of the full Tour is $129,000 per person, double
each guest prior to departure. The remainder of guests’ luggage will
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be stored by Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, during these program
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segments.
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April 15, 2019. If your reservation is made within 179 days of denies landing rights, and if travel to that destination is canceled,
Date Amount
departure (on or after April 15, 2019), the entire cost of the trip must the passenger will receive a refund with respect to such flight.
be paid at the time of confirmation. If the Tour is fully booked when Before January 15, 2019 $15,000 Passengers and their personal belongings, including baggage, are
your reservation is received, your payment will be returned within
subject to search by airport authorities to ensure the safety and
7 days, or with your authorization, we can retain the deposit and Between January 15 and April 15, 2019 $45,000 security of the flight. Any passenger who, upon request, refuses to
place your name on a waiting list in case other passengers cancel
consent to any such procedure may be refused transportation.
their reservations. Even if you authorize us to put your name on On or after 100% of the
a waiting list, we will notify you within 7 days that your selected No individual air ticket will be issued to the travellers on the private
April 16, 2019 program price jet. Rather, each traveller will be listed on a master air manifest that
flight is fully booked.
will be the responsibility of the Tour Director throughout the Tour.
All checks and money orders must be made payable to our If you cancel and provide a substitute participant for this trip, you
depository bank, “Shelby Financial Corporation – Abercrombie Air Carrier’s Right to Deny Boarding. The Air Carrier shall have
will receive a full refund of money paid toward the charter price less the right to refuse boarding or to remove any passenger:
& Kent USA, LLC, Escrow Account,” or to your travel agent, an administrative charge of $25 within 14 days after the substitute has
who in turn must make a check payable to “Shelby Financial paid in full. The costs for visas, commercial air tickets, and pre-tour (a) Who appears to be intoxicated or under the influence of any
Corporation – Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, Escrow Account.” or post-tour independent arrangements may not be refundable. illicit drug or controlled substance;
Payment may be made using any major credit card, check or wire If you paid for the Tour by credit card, you may cancel and receive a (b) Who refuses to consent to any reasonable checks of his person
transfer, and all payments are secured in an escrow account. full refund any time until you have signed an Operator Participant or baggage deemed by the Air Carrier or responsible airport
Please note: A minimum age to participate in this program Contract. Such refunds will be made within 14 days of cancellation. authorities to be in the best interest of the flight;
applies. Please inquire at the time of booking. The passenger shall have the right to cancel and receive a full refund (c) If necessary for the reasonable safety and comfort of the other
if A&K makes any of the following “major changes” in the Tour passengers or if the passenger is creating a hazard or risk to himself
ESCROW AGREEMENT prior to departure: or other persons or property;
All payments received by Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, for travel
(a) A change in the departure or return date, unless the change (d) Whose passport, visas, vaccination certificates and all other
services on this charter program are protected in part by a surety
results from a flight delay required by the Air Carrier that does not required travel documents are not complete, or who has not
trust agreement that we have obtained from Level One Bank, 32991
exceed forty-eight (48) hours, and of which A&K received less than complied with the applicable laws, regulations, orders, demands
Hamilton Court, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. Unless you file a
two (2) days’ notice. or travel requirements of any country or state from, through or to
claim with us, or, if we are not available, with the securer within
which a charter flight is operated on the Tour.
22 888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jetTour Itinerary. The full Tour begins in Seattle on October Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, also reserves the right to change any travel advisory, the guest assumes all risk of personal injury,
12, 2019, and ends in Boston on November 3, 2019. The information the aircraft if it becomes unserviceable with a reasonable substitute death or property damage that may arise out of the events like those
regarding the itinerary, flight segments, hotels, and ground services of comparable capacity, withdraw a Tour or any part of it, to make advised or warned against.
provided in the Cultural Treasures: Around the World by Private Jet such alterations in the itinerary, to change the maximum number
brochure is hereby incorporated by reference. of passengers, or with the Tour inclusions as it deems necessary ARBITRATION AGREEMENT
Passenger’s Representations. or desirable and to pass on to Tour members any expenditures or Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to these
(a) Passenger certifies that he or she has not recently been treated losses caused by delays or events beyond its control. Terms and Conditions, to the Limits on Abercrombie & Kent’s
for, nor is he or she aware, of any physical or other condition or Minimum age for participation applies. Please inquire at the time Responsibility clause, to any A&K brochure, to any information
disability that would create a hazard to him or herself or other of booking. regarding any A&K trip, service or package, or to any A&K-related
members of this Tour or reduce their ability to enjoy and benefit trip, activity, service or package, shall be submitted exclusively to
Visa Documents/Entry Permits: Tour visas and/or entry permits and resolved in binding arbitration in Chicago, Illinois under the
from the sightseeing and dining program. Passenger agrees that he will be required by U.S. passport holders for Nepal, Bhutan, India
or she may be removed from the Tour at his or her own expense if CPR International Non-administered Arbitration Rules
and Jordan. Tourist visas for entry into India and Jordan should be (cpradr.org/Resources/ALLCPRArticles/tabid/265/ID/610/2007-
not compliant with the foregoing. obtained prior to your departure. Tour visas and/or entry permits for CPR-Rules-for-Non-Administered-Arbitration-of-International-
(b) Passenger agrees to comply with all treaties, customs, police, Nepal and Bhutan will be obtained on your behalf by A&K. At the Disputes.aspx), before a single arbitrator appointed by CPR.
public health and other regulations including the immigration and time of publication, visas are not required for U.S. passport holders Any party or their representative may appear for the arbitration
customs laws of each country or state from, through, or to which the for any other destination on this itinerary. A&K provides a visa by telephone or video conference. Each party shall bear its own
Tour is operated. processing concierge service; information and instructions for the fees, costs and expenses and an equal share of any arbitrator and
(c) Passenger accepts full responsibility for all consequences of his procurement of required visas to India and Jordan will be provided administrative fees.
or her failure to obtain passports, visas, vaccination certificates in your pre-tour documentation. Our service does not guarantee
and all other documents required for travel to destinations in the the issuance of visas or passports. Officials may request additional GUEST’S REPRESENTATIONS
Tour itinerary. documentation and, in declining to issue a passport or visa, such The guest represents that neither he nor she nor anyone travelling
officials may not disclose their reasoning. Failure to obtain visas and/ with him or her has any physical or other condition or disability
(d) Passenger warrants that his or her passports have a sufficient
or entry permits does not negate the terms and conditions. Any extra that could create a hazard to him or herself or other members of
number of blank pages (at least one per destination) to last the
costs for rerouting participants without visas and/or entry permits will the Tour.
duration of the itinerary as described in the Cultural Treasures:
be the responsibility of the participant.
Around the World by Private Jet brochure. A&K reserves the right to decline to accept anyone on a trip, and
Health Requirements: This is an active program, which requires to remove from the trip, at his or her sole expense, anyone whose
PROGRAM INCLUSIONS you to make a realistic assessment of your health. All participants condition is such that he or she could create a hazard to himself
Included in the quoted program price: are expected to be in active good health, to enjoy travelling as part or herself or others, or otherwise impact the enjoyment of other
of a group, and to be ready to experience cultural differences with guests on the trip. Additional guest assistance is available at a
Aircraft: The private jet flights will be performed using a Boeing
grace. Walking and climbing stairs are required in many hotels supplemental cost.
757-200ER aircraft with 50 lie-flat, VIP-style seats from Seattle,
and airports, to board the aircraft, and as part of many excursions.
Washington, routing via Cold Bay, Alaska (technical stop); Osaka,
Japan; Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia; Kathmandu, Nepal; Agra, India;
Prior to travelling, we highly recommend visiting your personal AIR TRANSPORTATION TO SEATTLE AND FROM
physician for a check-up, so that you may discuss your ability to BOSTON
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Aqaba, Jordan; Catania, Sicily;
participate in this type of journey. Proof of yellow fever inoculation Air transportation to Seattle and from Boston is not included
Shannon, Ireland (technical stop); Boston, Massachusetts, USA. The
is required only if travelling from an endemic area. For the latest in the Tour price. Upon request we will arrange the best-priced
air carrier for the private jet flights will be Icelandair. Additionally,
recommendations on specific health precautions for the areas airfare available in the class category you request at the time of your
local charter flights will be used for transportation and excursions
you will visit, consult your physician and the Centers for Disease booking. Please note that certain airfares are subject to a service
in Mongolia, Nepal and Bhutan.
Control. Any physical condition requiring special attention, diet, fee. Should you cancel or change your air reservation before or after
Accommodations: Accommodations as indicated in the itinerary, or treatment should be reported in writing when the reservation your departure, cancellation penalties may apply. Air reservations
based on double occupancy. Single occupancy is available at a is made. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate will not be confirmed until a passport copy is received.
supplementary cost. Single accommodations are limited on this participants with special needs; however, we cannot accommodate
program. A limited number of suite upgrades are available at wheelchairs. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the ALL AIRFARES AND CONDITIONS THEREOF ARE
additional cost at some destinations and can be purchased on a use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements will be made for
first-come, first-served basis.
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion Airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act,
Note: A&K will assign seats on the private jet and hotel/camp of our Tour staff. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the omission or event during the time guests are not on board their
accommodations on a first-come, first-served basis at its discretion. responsibility of the participant. If you would like to forego some of planes or conveyances. These programs may use the services of any
Visas: Concierge service to facilitate the procurement of required visas. the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, please feel free to IATA carrier.
do so at any time.
Meals: All meals, beginning with dinner in Seattle on International air carriers are subject to international air
October 12 and ending with lunch onboard the private jet PHOTOGRAPHY DURING TRAVEL conventions limiting their liability. The limitations of liability are
on November 3, 2019. Abercrombie & Kent reserves the right to take photographs and contained on the reverse side of the airline ticket and form part
Beverages: Bottled water at all meals and on excursions. Beer and video during the operation of any program or part thereof and to of the terms and conditions of this package. The passage contract
wine at all lunches and dinners where available. Full bar service on use them for promotional purposes. By booking a reservation with in use by these companies, when issued, shall constitute the sole
private jet flights and at scheduled cocktail events. A&K, program members agree to allow their images to be used contract between the companies and the purchaser of these travel
in such photographs and video. Program members who prefer that programs and/or passage. A&K reserves the right to substitute,
Private transfers: Transfer on arrival to join the trip in Seattle is
their images not be used are asked to identify themselves to their without giving reason, another one or more aircraft of suitable
included, regardless of the day of arrival.
Tour Director at the beginning of their program. standard and configuration for the aircraft operated.
Additional inclusions: A&K’s Travelling Bell Boy Service is
ANY PAYMENT TO ABERCROMBIE & KENT CONSTITUTES
provided; however, because of security regulations, this service may LIMITS ON ABERCROMBIE & KENT’S YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SET
be limited at airports, rail stations and points of embarkation for
cruises. A&K’s Traveller’s Valet includes laundry service for ten (10)
RESPONSIBILITY OUT HEREIN, WHICH MUST BE CONFIRMED BY SIGNATURE
Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, its employees, shareholders, ON THE OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACT THAT WILL
pieces; dry cleaning is not included.
officers, directors, successors, agents and assigns (collectively BE SENT TO YOU UPON CONFIRMATION OF
Services: Services of professional A&K Tour Director, Tour A&K), does not own or operate any entity which is to or does YOUR RESERVATION.
Managers, Luggage Manager and a Physician throughout the provide goods or services for your trip. It purchases transportation
itinerary; local guides are provided in each destination. (by aircraft, coach, train, vessel or otherwise), hotel and other
Hotel and airport taxes. lodging accommodations, restaurant, ground handling and other ONE NAME: ONE UNPARALLELED
Internet access: Internet access will be limited in some destinations; services from various independent suppliers (including from time STANDARD WORLDWIDE
to time other affiliated Abercrombie & Kent companies). All such Throughout this brochure, you’ll see references to
where available, complimentary Internet access is included.
persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result, A&K “Abercrombie & Kent” (or simply “A&K”). This is our
Entrance fees: During all sightseeing tours. shorthand for the many independent A&K companies that
is not liable for any negligent or willful act of any such person or
Gratuities: All gratuities, including those for your professional entity or of any third person. work with Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, of Downers
A&K Tour Director/Managers and Luggage Manager. Grove, Illinois, to provide its travellers with a consistent
In addition and without limitation, A&K is not responsible for
Not included in the quoted program price: worldwide standard of expertise and excellence in travel.
any injury, financial or physical loss, death, inconvenience, delay
A&K’s Guest Protection Program; airfares to join/leave the Their independence allows our guests to benefit from unique
or damage to personal property in connection with the provision
program; additional or alternative sightseeing not included in the local knowledge and specialized services available only from
of any goods or services whether resulting from but not limited
itinerary; excess baggage charges; personal expenses such as costs destination-based operating companies around the globe.
to acts of God or force majeure, illness, disease, acts of war, civil
to obtain passports and visas which are not included in the Tour unrest, insurrection or revolt, animals, strikes or other labor
cost; special assistance; meals other than specified in the itinerary; activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, overbooking
premium liquor except on the private jet and during special or downgrading of services, food poisoning, mechanical or other ©2018 Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, ABERCROMBIE & KENT,
events; beverages, other than those with group meals; personal failure of aircraft or other means of transportation, or for failure of A&K, CONNECTIONS, CONNECTIONS BY ABERCROMBIE
laundry (except for A&K’s Traveller’s Valet); and communication any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart on time. There & KENT, DESIGN YOUR DAY, INSPIRING EXPERIENCES,
charges. Itinerary, accommodations and arranged sightseeing are are many inherent risks in adventure travel of the type involved GUARDIAN ANGEL, MARCO POLO CLUB, MARCO POLO
subject to change at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or here, which can lead to illness, injury, or even death. These risks are JOURNEYS, RESIDENT TOUR DIRECTOR, SIGNATURE
circumstances beyond A&K’s control. Every effort will be made to increased by the fact that these trips take place in remote locations, SERIES, SIMPLY THE BEST WAY TO TRAVEL, TRAVELLING
operate the Tour as planned. far from medical facilities. Guest assumes all such risks associated BELL BOY, TRAVELLER’S VALET and the ampersand design are
with participating in this trip. service marks owned by A&K Sarl.
PRICES AND ARRANGEMENTS CST #2007274-20
The quoted Tour price includes planning, handling and operational TRAVEL ADVISORIES USDOT #PC-18-089
charges, and is based on current rates of exchange, tariffs and taxes It is the responsibility of the traveller to become informed about
as of May 2018. Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, reserves the right to the most current travel advisories by referring to the U.S. State
increase Tour price to cover increased costs, fuel surcharges, tariffs Department’s travel website at travel.state.gov or by phone at
and taxes after brochure is published, and to reflect fluctuations 888 407 4747. In the event of an active State Department Travel
in foreign exchange markets. Marco Polo Club discount is not Advisory against travel to the specific destination location(s) of
applicable to this program. the trip, should the guest still choose to travel, notwithstanding
International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association
888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jet 23See What Our Guests Say About A&K Private Jet Journeys
It’s impossible to pick a favorite experience — The A&K team far exceeded our expectations.
there is not enough space to write that novel. I would have kept going for another month with
I loved everything! this team and this group.
— Rom U.; White Rock, British Columbia — Meg H.; Chicago, IL,
Private Jet Guest Private Jet Guest
I was thrilled by the whole experience and loved “A trip of a lifetime” doesn’t begin to explain the
it all! The staff was the best — could not want for experience. We felt like dignitaries flying around
more care, concern, humor, knowledge and the world being celebrated with a “parade” at
fun. The private jet was a wonderful experience: each destination arrival.
comfortable, good food and the best flight — Kim M.; West Vancouver, British Columbia
attendants I have ever had. Private Jet Guest
— Bobbie G.; La Jolla, CA
Private Jet Guest
24 888 755 3491 | abercrombiekent.com/private-jetInspiration Around the World See highlights of our latest Private Jet Journey at abercrombiekent.com/private-jet.
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