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Treasures of SPAIN & PORTUGAL

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13 days from AU$9,590*pp twin share (Oceanview Suite) Set sail for a 13-day small ship cruise adventure aboard your Windstar yacht as you chart a course for a treasure trove of Iberian discoveries along the trade routes of the first Portuguese and Spanish explorers.

Travelling Well includes • Travelling with Tauck’s private group and the same Tauck Director on land and at sea aboard the ship • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $3,280! • Two nights each in Barcelona and Lisbon with guided city sightseeing • 8-night cruise aboard Windstar’s Star Pride, Star Breeze or Star Legend Wine tasting at an award-winning estate in the Algarve countryside • Special flamenco dance performance at Seville’s Museo del Baile Flamenco • A visit to a typical manor house in Malaga for a sherry tasting and a private Andalucían horse show • A tour of the Gothic Cathedral, La Seu, in Palma on the island of Mallorca, and private event in the Old City with regionally inspired cuisine and entertainment • Private experience at the Palau de la Musica Catalana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in Barcelona

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Lisbon: InterContinental Lisbon OR Barcelona: El Palace Barcelona

The PANAMA CANAL & COSTA RICA

Departure Dates Eastbound

Westbound

Lisbon to Barcelona

Barcelona to Lisbon

21 Apr ‘17

6 Jun ’17

Limited

30 Jun ‘17

Limited

6 May ‘17

Limited

23 Aug ‘17 SOLD OUT

30 Oct ‘17

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11 days from AU$8,490*pp twin share (Oceanview Suite) The Panama Canal & Costa Rica joins our Earth Journeys collection featuring custommade BBC Earth on-tour film vignettes and when the opportunity arises, the use of field equipment. Combine the magic of a Panama Canal crossing with a Costa Rica cruise on our 11-day The Panama Canal & Costa Rica and enjoy up-close discoveries of amazing wildlife, fascinating centuries-old cultures and man-made marvels.

Travelling Well includes • All gratuities to Tauck Directors, local guides, naturalists and ship staff • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $2,880! • 7-night cruise aboard Windstar’s Star Pride or Star Breeze, in an exclusive group of approximately 40 Tauck guests On-tour film vignettes custom-made for Tauck by BBC Earth natural history experts • Full small-ship transit of the Panama Canal with onboard commentary by a local expert • Guided sightseeing in San José, Costa Rica & Panama City • Tauck’s experienced naturalist, Tauck Director and local guides join the cruise aboard ship, leading excursions ashore to enrich your experience of the jungle, water and flora & fauna • Visits to Coiba Island National Park, Drake Bay, Corcovado National Park & Manuel Antonio National Park

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Panama: Hilton Panama OR San Jose, Costa Rica: InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall

Departure Dates Eastbound

Westbound

San Jose to Panama

Panama to San Jose

5 Jan ‘17

Limited

13 Jan ’17

19 Jan ‘17

Limited

27 Jan ‘17

9 Feb ‘17

Limited

3 Feb ‘17

Limited

23 Feb ‘17 Limited

17 Feb ‘17

Limited

16 Mar ‘17

3 Mar ‘17

30 Mar ‘17 14 Dec ‘17 28 Dec ‘17

* Prices are per person twin share in AUD and are correct as at 1 Jul ‘16. Prices are subject to availability and seasonal surcharges. Other conditions apply. Lic: 2TA003774

Treasures of the BRITISH-IRISH Isles

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12 days from AU$9,240*pp twin share (Superior Cabin)

SAILINGS

This 12-day cruise aboard a luxury small ship takes you to major cities in Britain and Ireland, as well as captivating islands off the beaten path; the cruise runs both east and west, then sail to the Isle of Man in the Irish Sea, where you’ll discover its unique cultural mix of Celtic, Norse and British influences.

Travelling Well includes • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $3,830! • Two nights in the heart of Dublin at the award-winning Conrad Hotel • Two nights in London’s West End at the historic Langham Hotel • Seven nights aboard the luxury small ship Le Soléal, cruising to islands and major cities in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Great Britain • Shore excursions in Belfast, the Isle of Man, Liverpool, Cork, Kinsale, the Isles of Scilly, Guernsey, and Portsmouth • Visit to the state-of-the-art Titanic Museum in Belfast • Early entry to the Tower of London, before the crowds • Tauck-exclusive lecturer on the history of “The Troubles” in Northern Ireland • Visit to The Beatles museum in Liverpool • Visit to Tresco Abbey Gardens on Tresco Island in the Isles of Scilly

Departure Dates

Time on Tauck Offer

Eastbound

Westbound

Dublin to London

London to Dublin

Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Dublin: Conrad Dublin OR London: The Langham, London

29 Apr ‘17

22 Apr ’17

Limited

Ancient Mariners: VENICE, CROATIA & GREECE

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14 days from AU$9,990*pp twin share (Oceanview Suite) Cruise aboard a Wind Star yacht on an enchanting odyssey from Athens to Venice, exploring islands in Croatia, Montenegro and Greece steeped in legend and antiquity, accessible only by small ships. Your Wind Star yacht is a four-masted sailing ship, lavishly equipped; all staterooms have queen beds and ocean views; amenities include a gourmet restaurant, lounges, a casino, a library, swimming pool and fitness centre. Wind Star has been named “Best Small Ship Cruise Line” by Condé Nast Traveller.

Travelling Well includes • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $4,030! • Two nights in Venice at Bauers L’Hotel in the heart of the city • Two nights in Athens at the Hilton Athens with Acropolis View Rooms • Nine nights aboard a luxury Windstar ship cruising from Venice to Croatia, Montenegro and Greece • Shore excursions to Hvar, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Epidaurus, Corfu, Katakolon, Paleokastritsa, Olympia, Delphi, Mycenae, and Nafplion • Visit to the ancient citadel of Mycenae • Excursion to a Greek farm for a taste of traditional cuisine and entertainment • Exploration of the birthplace of the Olympic Games and the Sanctuary of the Delphi Oracle • Guided visits to 9 UNESCO World Heritage sites: Venice and its Lagoon, Old City of Dubrovnik, Hvar’s Stari Grad Plain, Kotor, the Acropolis, Delphi, Ancient Olympia, Mycenae, and the Old Town of Corfu. • Three days of Venice exploration including the Doges Palace, San Rocco, Murano, Burano and Torcello

Departure Dates Northbound

Southbound

Athens to Venice

Venice to Athens

11 Aug ‘17

14 May ’17

1 Oct ‘17

5 Sep ‘17 22 Sep ‘17

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Athens: Hilton Athens OR Venice: BAUERs L’Hotel * Prices are per person twin share in AUD and are correct as at 1 Jul ‘16. Prices are subject to availability and seasonal surcharges. Other conditions apply. Lic: 2TA003774

Norwegian FJORDS & Coastal Treasures

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10 days from AU$9,990*pp twin share (Superior Cabin) Explore spectacular fjord country and Norwegian culture past and present on a seven-night voyage aboard Le Soléal – sailing between Oslo and Bergen – stay one night at a downtown hotel in both historic cities, and spend a day in Göteborg, Sweden. Norwegian Fjords & Coastal Treasures begins in either Oslo or Bergen.

Travelling Well includes • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $3,890! • TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – A lecturer onboard throughout the cruise to provide expert insights for Tauck guests • 7-night cruise, hotel stays and sightseeing in Oslo and Bergen, and a visit to Göteborg, Sweden Spectacular fjord country sightseeing: a private guided cruise on Lake Loen, a visit to Kjenndalen Glacier, a ferry ride at Geirangerfjord, and a gondola ride and scenic touring in the Sunmore “Alps” • A private tour of the Vigeland Museum in Oslo • A guided tour, reception and private Edvard Grieg concert at his home, Troldhaugen • A private visit to a historic home in Old Stavanger • A choice in Ålesund between island hopping for panoramic views or a walking tour of Art Nouveau architecture • An antique trolley ride in Göteborg

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Bergen: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Bryggen OR Oslo: Grand Hotel Oslo

Departure Dates Eastbound

Westbound

Bergen to Oslo

Oslo to Bergen

6 Jun ‘17

13 Jun ’17

VENICE & The DALMATIAN COAST 10 days from AU$8,990*pp twin share (Superior Cabin) Cruise the Dalmatian Coast, dotted with ancient forts and castles, and looking much as it did during the Age of Sail aboard the luxury yacht Le Lyrial. Shore excursions take in palaces, cathedrals, walled cities, citadels, and amphitheatres from the Greek, Roman, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque epochs in history. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites on visits to Dubrovnik, Venice, Kotor, Sibenik’s Cathedral, and Diocletian’s Palace in Split, and attend a Moreska cultural performance. Spend two nights in Venice taking in the rich treasures of the lagoon city, a perfect complement to your cruise from Venice to the Dalmatian Coast – all part of Tauck’s ultimate Croatia tour and Dalmatian cruise experience!

Travelling Well includes • Seven-night cruise aboard the luxury yacht, Le Lyrial • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $2,620! • In-depth visits to five UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Venice, Dubrovnik, Sibenik’s Cathedral, the walled city of Kotor, and Diocletian’s Palace in Split • Private lecture in Dubrovnik • Private performance by a cappella performers • Private Moreska sword dance presentation • Wine tasting of fine Croatian wine along the Dalmatian Coast

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Venice: Hotel Danieli

Departure Dates VENICE roundtrip 16 May ‘17 21 May ‘17 28 May ‘17 20 Aug ‘17 27 Aug ‘17 3 Sep ‘17

* Prices are per person twin share in AUD and are correct as at 1 Jul ‘16. Prices are subject to availability and seasonal surcharges. Other conditions apply. Lic: 2TA003774

ST. PETERSBURG & the BALTIC SEA 12 days from AU$10,590*pp twin share (Superior Cabin) Take in the sweep of history from Scandinavian capitals to glorious St. Petersburg on this Baltic cruise aboard one of Tauck’s state-of-the-art sister ships. Enjoy a guided visit to The State Hermitage Museum; a tour of Catherine Palace (the Summer Palace); walking tours of Helsinki and Tallinn; and two-night stays at top hotels in Copenhagen and Stockholm!

Travelling Well includes • Travelling with Tauck’s private group and the same Tauck Director(s) on land and at sea • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $4,480! • Tauck Exclusive – Special on board lectures on a variety of topics related to the Baltic region by Tauck’s experienced lecturer aboard every departure • Two nights each in Copenhagen & Stockholm at premier city-centre hotels; guided walking tours of Helsinki & Tallinn • Privately guided visit through The State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg and a tour of the opulent Catherine Palace, summer palace of the Romanovs, in Pushkin (Tsarskoye Selo) • Special Russian cultural evening in St. Petersburg • Exclusive private farewell dinner at Stockholm’s Vasa Museum

Time on Tauck Offer

Departure Dates Northbound

Southbound

Copenhagen to Stockholm

Stockholm to Copenhagen

21 May ‘17

14 May ’17

Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Copenhagen: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel or Scandic Copenhagen Stockholm: Radisson Blu Waterfront or Sheraton Stockholm Hotel

Treasures of the MEDITERRANEAN 11 days from AU$9,240*pp twin share (Superior Cabin) This is the Mediterranean as you’ve always dreamed it should be, explored aboard a sailing ship small enough to reach remote, treasured islands that larger vessels overlook... A Mediterranean cruise doesn’t get any better than this – discover the islands of Lipari, Ponza, Stromboli, Corsica, Sicily, Elba and Malta. See fortified medieval towns, ornate cathedrals, ancient castles, and the dramatic cliff-side drive along the Amalfi Coast on the Italian mainland.

Travelling Well includes • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $2,760! • Visit six Mediterranean islands best accessed by small ship – Elba, Corsica, Ponza, Lipari, Sicily and Malta – for unique shore excursions off-the-beaten path • Explore the walled medieval village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, see the remains of Taormina’s ancient Greek Theatre, and enjoy a wine tasting on Elba, Napoleon’s island base during exile from France • A memorable night time sailing by the volcanic island of Stromboli to view its fiery eruptions of molten lava

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Monte Carlo: Fairmont Monte Carlo Malta: Hotel Phoenicia, Valletta

Departure Dates Northbound

Southbound

Malta to Nice

Nice to Malta

20 Jun ‘17

29 May ’17

Limited

4 Jul ‘17 10 Oct ‘17

26 Jun ‘17 SOLD OUT

* Prices are per person twin share in AUD and are correct as at 1 Jul ‘16. Prices are subject to availability and seasonal surcharges. Other conditions apply. Lic: 2TA003774

SICILY, the AMALFI COAST & ROME 11 days from AU$9,990*pp twin share (Cat. A) Our Mediterranean and southern Italy cruise aboard Le Ponant includes one night on Malta and two nights in the heart of Rome on the fabulous Via Veneto – featuring a Tauck Exclusive, an after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums. Your Italy cruise calls on Sicily, the Amalfi Coast, and remote Aeolian Isles. Explore Siracusa’s Greek Theatre... Segesta’s unfinished temple... Valletta and Lipari... and one of the world’s most breathtaking locales, the Amalfi Coast. Enjoy traditional Sicilian entertainment, a spectacular night sail past Stromboli, a visit to Herculaneum’s ruins and so much more!

Travelling Well includes • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $3,290! • Exclusive after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums & the Sistine Chapel – without crowds – during two nights in Rome at the Hotel Majestic Roma, located on the Via Veneto • Special Tauck Experiences include traditional Sicilian entertainment and a visit to the amazingly well-preserved ruins of Herculaneum • Night sail by the volcanic island of Stromboli

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Rome: Hotel Majestic Roma Malta: Hotel Phoenicia, Valletta

Departure Dates Northbound

Southbound

Malta to Rome

Rome to Malta

6 Jun ‘17

12 Jan ’17

12 Sep ‘17

18 Sep ‘17

26 Sep ‘17

2 Oct ‘17

Limited

Treasures of the AEGEAN 14 days from AU$10,360*pp twin share (Cat. B) Tauck’s Turkey and Greece tour and cruise explores Athens and Istanbul, and sails through the Aegean aboard Wind Star. Go back in time in Greece, seeing antiquities in Athens and Corinth that reflect its glory at the height of its power... sail to islands steeped in legend, lore and sunshine. Chart a course for Turkey, stopping in Bodrum dressed in wonders, strolling the storied streets of Ephesus, preserving its past prosperity, and immersing in Turkish delights in Istanbul, straddling Asia and Europe with a rich identity all its own.

Travelling Well includes • Travelling with Tauck’s private group and the same Tauck Director on land and at sea aboard the ship • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $4,190! • 3 nights at InterContinental Istanbul and 3 nights at one of the world’s top rated hotels, Hotel Grande Bretagne in the heart of Athens • Exclusive Tauck evening on the island of Rhodes featuring traditional Greek dinner with folkloric entertainment • Special Tauck Experiences featuring local cultural entertainment and music include belly dancing and music performances on board ship • Cruise the Bosphorus in Istanbul • A carpet demonstration in a village near Kusadasi • Attend a special Greek dinner in ancient Rhodes

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Athens: Hotel Grande Bretagne Istanbul: InterContinental Istanbul

Departure Dates Southbound

Northbound

Istanbul to Athens

Athens to Istanbul

24 May ‘17

3 May ’17

27 Sep ‘17

17 May ‘17

11 Oct ‘17

14 Jun ‘17 6 Sep ‘17 20 Sep ‘17

* Prices are per person twin share in AUD and are correct as at 1 Jul ‘16. Prices are subject to availability and seasonal surcharges. Other conditions apply. Lic: 2TA003774

ICELAND: Land of Fire & Ice 8 days from AU$8,740*pp twin share (Superior Cabin) Iceland... a land of volcanoes and glaciers… epic sagas, heroic legends and a rich history… elves and spirits… puffins and whales… home to the world’s first legislative parliament convened in 930 AD, the northernmost golf course in the world, the most northerly capital city… and a human population of only a little over 300,000 people. Tauck’s Iceland cruise sails from sophisticated Reykjavik to off-the-beaten-track towns, tiny villages and islands populated by just a handful of people. Bird watchers will be delighted by all the opportunities to observe puffins, arctic terns and other species that thrive in Iceland, and history lovers will find much of interest in Iceland’s story.

Travelling Well includes • Cruise aboard Le Soléal with an on board naturalist who shares expert insights on land and at sea • Tauck’s private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $2,520! • Walk across the Arctic Circle on a guided tour of remote Grímsey Island and see arctic terns and puffins • Private visit to Vigur Island to tour a multi-generation family farm that offers a taste of daily island life; learn about Icelandic history on an in-depth visit to Thingvellir National Park • A tour of Iceland’s “Golden Circle” and a chance to dip in the geothermally heated waters of the Blue Lagoon spa

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Reykjavik: Grand Hotel Reykjavik

Departure Dates Reykjavick roundtrip 28 Jun ‘17

Limited

5 Jul ‘17

Limited

12 Jul ‘17

Limited

19 Jul ‘17

SOLD OUT

26 Jul ‘17

Limited

ANTARCTICA 13 days from AU$12,860*pp twin share (Superior Cabin) Floating castles of ice glisten in the warmth of the austral sun... glacial mountains rise from the sea, framed against a radiant sky... in an instant, a bright sun illuminates a floating regatta of ice formations... Today, you are that Antarctic explorer. Immerse in the Earth Journeys experience, featuring custom-made BBC Earth on-tour film vignettes and when the opportunity arises, the use of field equipment. Your adventure begins with two nights in Buenos Aires, where you’ll become acclimated to the local time – and culture – with Tauck. Then it’s all aboard one of Tauck’s small ships, Le Boréal or Le Soléal, for a 10-night cruise to a magical wonderland where the locals, from penguins and seals to myriad seabirds, welcome you ashore with friendly curiosity. And at night, enjoy informal chats, on board lectures, documentary films and warm camaraderie with fellow explorers.

Travelling Well includes • On-tour film vignettes custom-made for Tauck by BBC Earth natural history experts • Field equipment may include FLIR® thermal imaging cameras and shotgun microphones • Cruise aboard one of Tauck’s sleek sister ships, Le Boréal or Le Soléal, accompanied by on board naturalists who share their expert insights • Tauck provides you with a special, water-repellent hooded parka that you will receive aboard ship; this parka is yours to keep • Shore Excursions to islands in the Antarctic Archipelago that are guided by expert naturalists, ornithologists, historians or oceanographers • Two nights in Buenos Aires at the Hilton Buenos Aires, located in the Puerto Madeira section of the city • Guided city sightseeing in Buenos Aires includes a tango dance performance and demonstration

Departure Dates Buenos Aires roundtrip 6 Dec ‘17

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Buenos Aires: Hilton Buenos Aires * Prices are per person twin share in AUD and are correct as at 1 Jul ‘16. Prices are subject to availability and seasonal surcharges. Other conditions apply. Lic: 2TA003774

PERU & the GALAPAGOS ISLANDS 15 days from AU$12,840*pp twin share (Cat. A) Join us on an active adventure that combines the timeless natural world of the Galápagos Islands with exploration of the ancient empire of the Incas. Unravel the mysteries of the centuries on a visit to Machu Picchu, the spectacular “Lost City of the Incas” – one of the must-see destinations on any world-traveller’s list.

Travelling Well includes • On-tour film vignettes custom-made for Tauck by BBC Earth natural history experts • Exclusive 6-night Galápagos Cruise aboard the expedition ship, Isabela II – with no more than 40 Tauck guests • Private Tauck Shore Excursions in the Galápagos Islands with expert naturalist guides – averaging two daily – for an up-close experience with some of the most unusual and intriguing species of the world • 8 nights’ hotel accommodations, most meals and guided sightseeing in Lima, Machu Picchu, Cusco and Guayaquil • Lunch at a Peruvian horse ranch & dinner at a colonial mansion in Lima; two nights at a 5-star, 16th-century monastery in Cusco • Scenic train journeys to and from Machu Picchu and an overnight stay adjacent to the Citadel • See the remarkable Incan fortress ruins of Ollantaytambo and Sacsayhuamán and the Temple of the Sun at Korikancha

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Lima: Belmond Miraflores Park Guayaquil: Oro Verde Guayaquil

Departure Dates Lima to Guayaquil 27 Jun ‘17

SOLD OUT

22 Aug ‘17 Limited 19 Sep ‘17

SOLD OUT

3 Oct ‘17

Limited

17 Oct ‘17

Limited

31 Oct ‘17

Limited

Advertised price is based on 22 Aug, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, & 31 Oct ‘17 departures

Cruising the GALAPAGOS ISLANDS 9 days from AU$8,050*pp twin share (Cat. C) Join us on a Galápagos cruise that is enriching and informative, adventurous and in-depth. Throughout the archipelago, your Galápagos cruise Earth Journeys experience features custom-made BBC Earth on-tour film vignettes and the use of field equipment when the opportunity arises, such as thermal imaging cameras to see what is living in underwater tidal pools. Enjoy a six-night Galápagos cruise aboard one of the finest expeditionarystyle yachts in the region, Isabela II – with no more than 40 Tauck guests – and experience amazing wildlife viewing and an opportunity to get up-close to creatures such as bluefooted boobies, sea lions, iguanas and penguins. Landings are made in a panga, a Zodiacstyle raft. Dry landings mean stepping from the panga onto rocks or a dock – with the helpful hand of a Tauck naturalist; wet landings require stepping into knee-deep water from the panga, then wading ashore onto a sandy beach.

Travelling Well includes • On-tour film vignettes custom-made for Tauck by BBC Earth natural history experts • Field equipment may include FLIR® thermal imaging cameras and shotgun microphones • Exclusive 6-night Galápagos Cruise aboard the expedition ship, Isabela II – with no more than 40 Tauck guests • Private Tauck Shore Excursions in the Galápagos Islands with expert naturalist guides – averaging two daily – for an up-close experience with some of the most unusual and intriguing species of the world • Two nights at Hilton Colón Guayaquil, gateway to the Galápagos Islands

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Guayaquil: Oro Verde Guayaquil

Departure Dates Guayaquil roundtrip 2 Jan ‘17

Limited

16 Jan ‘17

Limited

30 Jan ‘17 27 Feb ‘17 31 Jul ‘17 14 Aug ‘17 20 Nov ‘17 4 Dec ‘17

* Prices are per person twin share in AUD and are correct as at 1 Jul ‘16. Prices are subject to availability and seasonal surcharges. Other conditions apply. Lic: 2TA003774

Cruisng the Land of the Rising Sun 14 days from AU$14,590*pp twin share (Superior Cabin) Spend fourteen days discovering the people and places of the “land of the rising sun” on the ultimate Japan cruise – enjoy eight nights aboard our elegant yacht L’Austral and five nights at premier hotels in the heart of Kyoto and Tokyo. Your journey starts in lovely Kyoto, city of two thousand temples and shrines, and ends in Tokyo; on your cruise, sightseeing excursions include Osaka, Uno Ko, Uwajima, Kagoshima, Nagasaki… Uncover layers of Japanese culture – past and present; explore historic sights and trend-setting neighbourhoods. You’ll explore the volcano Sakurajima, visit a pearl farm, tour modern and historic museums, and see how the Japanese produce shochu, a popular beverage even stronger than sake.

Travelling Well includes • Private Tauck Shore Excursions – AUD $2,830 Value! • All gratuities to Tauck Director, ship staff, local guides and drivers • 8-night cruise aboard the yacht L’Austral • 3 nights in Kyoto and 2 nights in Tokyo at premier hotels • Special Tauck Experiences featuring local cultural entertainment include a sumo wrestling demonstration, geisha and taiko performances, a tea ceremony, and calligraphy

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Tokyo: Palace Hotel Tokyo or Shangri-La Hotel Tokyo Kyoto: Hotel Granvia or The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Departure Dates Northbound

Southbound

Kyoto to Tokyo

Tokyo to Kyoto

29 Mar ‘17

6 Apr ’17

14 Apr ‘17

Limited

22 Apr ’17

SOLD OUT

GALAPAGOS: Wildlife Wonderland 8 days from AU$7,080*pp twin share (Explorer Cabin) Join us on this Earth Journeys family travel experience, featuring custom-made film vignettes by BBC Earth natural history experts and, when the opportunity arises, the use of field equipment. Pack your bathing suits, sunscreen, hats and comfortable hiking shoes and prepare to get wet as you set sail for some of the most amazing tropical islands in the world on Tauck Bridges’ family Galápagos tour that features a four-night cruise aboard the new expedition ship Santa Cruz II. A treasure trove of unique creatures live above and below the ocean’s surface. Have you ever seen birds wearing bright red or blue “shoes”? You will during this eco-cruise because the Galápagos is one of their favourite places to kick up their heels. How about prehistoric-looking marine iguanas? Or penguins and sea lions so friendly that they might swim right alongside you in brilliant blue water? Thermal imaging cameras bring the night time world “to light” and learn from Galápagos naturalists who travel with you.

Travelling Well includes • On-tour film vignettes custom-made for Tauck by BBC Earth natural history experts • 4 nights aboard the new 90-guest Santa Cruz II, designed especially for Galápagos Islands cruising; dry and wet landings • Field equipment may include GoPro cameras and FLIR® thermal imaging cameras • Licensed Naturalist Guides of Galápagos National Park accompany shore excursions and hold briefings aboard ship, offering hands-on natural history lessons • Private Tauck Shore Excursions with experts, averaging two daily, for wildlife sightings and exciting activities • Entrance fee to Galápagos Nat’l Park • Learn about the Galápagos’ natural history and conservation in the islands

Time on Tauck Offer Book before 31 Dec ‘16 and receive 1 complimentary night’s accommodation pre or post tour Quito: Swissotel Quito Guayaquil: Wyndham Guayaquil

Departure Dates Quito to Guayaquil 18 Mar ‘17 1 Apr ‘17 15 Apr ‘17 10 Jun ‘17 24 Jun ‘17 8 Jul ‘17 27 Jul ‘17 5 Aug ‘17 19 Aug ‘17 23 Dec ‘17

Advertised price is based on 27 Jul, 5 Aug and 19 Aug ‘17 departures

* Prices are per person twin share in AUD and are correct as at 1 Jul ‘16. Prices are subject to availability and seasonal surcharges. Other conditions apply. Lic: 2TA003774

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