October 9 – 30, 2011     (only 52 guests)    

Highlights of your journey include…

FIJI, Viti Levu Island - Explore the island nation in the Pacific Ocean rich mosaic of indigenous, Indian, Chinese and European Culture.  

AUSTRALIA, Melbourne - Savor the UNESCO City of Literature with its international centre, with cultural endeavors spanning major events and festivals, drama, music and art.  

MALAYSIA, Kuching – Borneo – See the endangered Orangutan in its natural environment and visit the Annah Rais Longhouse that reveals the cultural aspects of these indigenous people.

INDIA, Kochi & Kumarakom - Navigate the Kerala Backwaters on a traditional rice boat and enjoy a classical Kathakali dance performance. 

KENYA, Masai Mara - Experience safari game drives in Kenya with its exceptional population of Big Cats, and the annual migration of Zebra, gazelle and wildebeest. 

TURKEY, Istanbul - Discover the colorful city rich in social, cultural, and commercial history, once the capital city of the Eastern Roman Empire, the Latin Empire, and the Ottoman Empire with UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

PORTUGAL, Lisbon - Stoll the streets of one of the oldest cities in the world, made a municipal called Felicitas Julia by Julius Caesar.  Visit the Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery both recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites.

 All-Inclusive Features

·         Five-Star luxury hotels, with deluxe view rooms everywhere

·         Dine By Choice including Room Service and top restaurants in each city 

·         Special entertainment and gala evenings

·         Small-groups of 14 guests for comprehensive sightseeing

·         Leisure time in each destination to explore local scenes

·         All gratuities to guides, drivers and hotel/restaurant staff

·         Fly directly between destinations and enjoy expedited arrival and departure formalities at private terminals

The Finest Hotel Accommodations

 Fiji: Intercontinental Golf Resort & Spa – An idyllic island paradise perfectly situated on Fiji’s most beautiful beach, Natadola Bay.

Melbourne: Park Hyatt – Luxury hotel at Parliament Square overlooking St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Fitzroy Gardens.

Kuching: Hilton Kuching – Centrally located on the Sarawak River. 

Kerala:  Zuri Kumarakom Resort & Spa – Situated on the calm shores of Vembanad Lake at the famed backwaters of Kerala.

Masai Mara: Governors’ Camp – Luxury safari tented camp with uninterrupted views of the Mara River and sweeping plains.  

Istanbul: Ciragan Palace – Ottoman Imperial Palace on the Bosphorus.   

Lisbon: Four Seasons – Impressive views of St. George’s Moorish Castle, The Old Town and Tagus River.

 Your Private Jet

Travel in the utmost comfort and style as you wing your way to some of the world’s most captivating places.  Your Icelandair B-757 Private Jet, normally configured for 240, is redesigned with 52 VIP seats and dining lounge with restaurant-style tables.  Your enthusiastic cabin crew and dedicated on-board chef pamper you with personalized service, international cuisine and premium wines.

Expert Care at Every Step

A team of sophisticated and sociable tour managers, each with decades of around the world Private Jet experience, travel with you to ensure your Cultural Connections journey is seamless in every respect.

Jan Moester

Linda Long-Innes

Barbara Arnott

John Webley

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