History Packages

FLY-IN PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Return flights from Johannesburg to Cochin including airline levies
• 11 Nights accommodation:
  • 2 Nights in Kochi - 5* Brunton Boatyard (or similar)
  • 2 Nights in Munnar - 3* CGH Earth's Lockhart Bungalow (or similar)
  • 2 Nights in Thekkady - 4* Spice Village (or similar)
  • 1 Night in Kumarakom - 4* CGH Earth Coconut Lagoon (or similar)
  • 1 Night in Alleppey - Spice Coast Cruise (5* Houseboat)
  • 3 Nights in Mararikulam - 5* Marari Beach (or similar)
• Meals:
  • Breakfast daily
  • Lunch and dinner during your stay in Alleppey on the Spice Coast Cruise
• Transfers / transport in air-conditioned vehicle
• Local guides

ADDED VALUE:

• Traditional Indian welcome upon arrival at the airport with a ceremonial garland

CRUISE ONLY PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• 7 Nights accommodation in a Suite
• All meals onboard, with nine culinary experiences available
• Unlimited select fine beverages (Alcoholic beverages, cocktails, soft drinks, mineral water)
• Thermal spa access
• Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
• Wellbeing and fitness programmes
• All on-board gratuities
• Shuttle services from port to city centres, where applicable
• Bottle of wine and spirit of the guests’ choice upon arrival
• In-suite welcome bottle of champagne and refreshments
• Authentic, cultured and intuitive service
• Port charges

Suite Features:

• Floor-to-ceiling windows
• Private sun terraces with a dining area and a sunbed or sun loungers
• Arriving to find luggage delivered and a chilled bottle of champagne waiting
• Walk-in wardrobe with seated vanity area and Dyson Supersonic hair dryer
• Heated bathroom floors
• Individual climate and lighting control in each suite
• Gentle motion-activated bedroom night lights
• Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the ship
• Infotainment system with on-demand TV options
• Wireless bedside device charging stations
• Mini-bar replenished according to each guest's preferences
• Espresso machine with biodegradable pods; a kettle and teapot
• Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
• Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
• Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey

Additional Benefits:

• Depending on the suite category or the promotional fare booked, additional benefits may be offered. Exclusive benefits are tailored to specific suite categories, with additional benefits for guests of Ocean Grand Terrace Suites, Ocean Penthouses & Ocean Residences.

CRUISE ONLY PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• 7 Nights accommodation in cabin type selected
• All meals onboard
• Beverages and drinks: tea, coffee, water, and fruit juice are available 24 hours in the self-service restaurant
• Onboard activities and entertainment

LAND ONLY PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Airport transfers on the first and last days of your tour (T's and C's apply - inquire for details)
• 10 Nights accommodation in handpicked 4 and 5 star hotels in great locations
• Meals - superior dining in top rated restaurants:
  • 10 Breakfasts
  • 3 Lunches
  • 8 Dinners
• 24/7 personal service – knowledgeable Travel Director and expert Driver
• ‘Business Class’ style coaches with extended legroom
• Insider Access, Insightful Encounters and Insight Choice experiences
• Local discovery led by Local Experts
• Porterage, gratuities and tips at hotels and restaurants

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FLY-IN PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Return flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul including airline levies
• Private air-conditioned transportation 
• 8 Nights accommodation at 4* hotels:
  • 2 Nights in Istanbul - Ramada Anchor Bayrampasa (or similar)
  • 1 Night in Ankara - Hilton Garden Inn Gimat (or similar)
  • 2 Nights in Cappadocia - Altinoz Hotel Neveshir (or similar)
  • 1 Night in Pamukkale - Tripolis Hotel & Spa (or similar)
  • 2 Nights in Izmir - Ibis Alsancak Hotel (or similar)
• Meals:
  • Breakfast daily
  • One (1) dinner
• Licensed Guides throughout
• Luggage handling

CRUISE ONLY PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• 7 Nights luxury accommodation in selected cabin type
• Full board, with breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner (multi-course gourmet menus, served on site) and snacks served at the table, with choice of table and flexible mealtimes
• High-quality, non-alcoholic drinks all day (mineral water, soft drinks, juices, a variety of coffee specialities, tea, cocoa)
• All-day choice of alcoholic beverages (sparkling wine, Aperol, white wine, red wine, rosé, champagne, various beers, long drinks, cocktails, spirits, liqueurs)
• High tea:  one per trip a selection of sweet and savoury treats such as  scones, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates, macaroons and exclusive teas
• Daily freshly stocked mini-bar and reusable water bottle in your cabin
• Welcome champagne in the cabin
• Exclusive beauty products from Rituals
• Wi-Fi
• Select gratuities
• Select excursions

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Return airport transfers on first and last day of the trip (conditions apply)
• 13 Nights accommodation in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• Meals:
  • 13 Breakfasts
  • 1 Lunch
  • 10 Dinners
• All transport shown in the itinerary in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Optional Experiences and Free time

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**  On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised  **

FLY-IN PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Return flights from Johannesburg to Delhi including airline levies
• 5 Nights accommodation 4-star hotels:
  • 2 Nights in New Delhi - Hotel Regent Grand (or similar)
  • 1 Night in Agra - Hotel Howard Fern (or similar)
  • 2 Nights in Jaipur - Hotel The Fern Residency (or similar)
• Breakfast daily
• Transfers / transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
• Local guides