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Contents■ Air-inclusive Packages 2■ Exodus 3■ Greece 4 | 5 ■ Turkey 6 | 7■ Israel 8 | 9■ Egypt 10 | 11■ Dubai 12 | 13■ Middle East Best Buy Hotels 13■ Costa Cruises 14■ Royal Caribbean International Cruises 15■ Terms and Conditions 16

■ Dubai City 3 Nights from R13889• Return airfare from Johannesburg.• Airport taxes and fuel surcharges.• 3 Nights at the 3* Arabian Park Hotel.• Daily breakfast.• Desert Safari with BBQ dinner.• Visa.• All transfers.

■ Greece Island Hopping 9 Nights from R19929• Return airfare from Johannesburg

to Athens via Dubai.• Airport taxes and fuel surcharges.• 3 Nights at the 3* Polis Grand Hotel

in Athens.• 3 Nights at the 3* Yiannaki Hotel

in Mykonos.• 3 Nights at the 3* Kallisti Hotel

in Santorini.• Daily breakfast.• All transfers.• High speed Ferries between Athens,

Mykonos and Santorini.• Economy class fare from Santorini

to Athens.

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Travel Vision is proud to be associated with some of the world’s leading airlines, serving the Mediterranean and Middle East,

with South African Airways, Etihad Airways, Egypt Air, El Al and Emirates. Together, we have managed to construct the best value for money packages available, combining very special airfares and unbelievable hotel and transfer rates.

Air-inclusive PackagesAir-inclusive PackagesAir-inclusive PackagesThe most cost-eff ective way to travel

Ask your Travel Agent to contact us

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■ Cairo & Nile Cruise 5 Nights from R14489• Return airfare from Johannesburg

to Cairo.• Domestic airfare from Cairo to Aswan

and Luxor to Cairo.• Airport taxes and fuel surcharges.• 2 Nights at the 4* Oasis Resort Hotel

in Cairo.• Daily breakfast.• Full-day Egyptian Museum, Pyramids

and Sphinx Tour.• 3 Nights 5* Presidential Nile Cruise,

with all meals and sightseeing tours.• All transfers.

■ Istanbul 5 Nights from R12585• Return airfare from Johannesburg

to Istanbul via Abu Dhabi.• Airport taxes and fuel surcharges.• 5 Nights at the 3* Olimpiyat Hotel

in Istanbul.• Daily breakfast.• Full-day Mosaics of Istanbul Tour.• All transfers.

■ Tel Aviv & Jerusalem 7 Nights from R20659• Return airfare from Johannesburg

to Tel Aviv.• Airport taxes and fuel surcharges.• 3 Nights at the 4* Mercure Hotel

in Tel Aviv• 4 Nights at the 4* Addar Hotel in

Jerusalem.• Daily breakfast.• Jerusalem Old and New City Tour.• All transfers.


■ Dubrovnik & the Dalmatian Coast (Leisurely) ADD

8 Days | From: £749Split – Trogir – Korcula – Mljet Island – DubrovnikHighlights: Spend a relaxing week, taking in the best of this striking coastal region / Explore the UNESCO cities of Split and nearby Trogir / Sample island life on beautiful Korcula, the reputed birthplace of Marco Polo / Visit the village of Pupnat / Walk to the peak of Montokuc for panoramic views / Boat ride to Mljet Island / Oysters and wine tasting on the Peljesac Peninsula / Dubrovnik City Tour / Travel by private bus, boat and local ferry, with some walking / 7 Nights in hotels with breakfast and 1 picnic lunch included.Departures: Selected Sundays from 3 May to 27 September 2015.

■ Walking the Turquoise Coast (Leisurely/Moderate) TTD

8 Days | From: £399Kas – Kekova Island – Cavdir – Uzumlu – Arycanda – Patara – Yesil Koy – KasHighlights: Walk the stunning Turquoise Coast with its mountain backdrop and clear blue lagoons / Take in the culture of the ancient ruins, the sunken city of Kekova, and the historic Lycian city of Arycanda / Enjoy lively Kas, with its excellent restaurants and bars along the waterfront / Opportunities for sea kayaking, diving and a host of other activities / Travel by minibus, local boat and kayak / 7 Nights in a hotel in Kas, with breakfasts.Departures: Mondays from 4 May to 21 September 2015.

Note: Prices are quoted in GBP. Please ask us for comprehensive tour

itineraries. Optional excursions may be available on selected tours. Please ask us for details and prices. Supplements may

apply during high season.

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TRIP GRADING: Leisurely – For people who are in good health, enjoy the outdoors and want a relaxing trip packed with interest. Moderate – Requires a spirit of adventure and some fi tness. Challenging – Fitness is imperative, as the environment may be more remote and challenging. Tough – Recommend previous experience of the activity involved.

Exodus

Exodus, the original, small group, activity and adventure holiday company, specialising in walking, cycling, cultural, winter activities, photographic, family and wildlife

holidays.

Please ask us for a

brochure.

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■ Cycling in Greece (Moderate) MWH

8 Days | From: £1099Athens – Poros – Galatas – Epidaurus – Tolo – Nafplio – Nemea – Loutraki – AthensHighlights: Cycle around Athens and its sights including the Acropolis / Take a ferry to Poros Island and cycle to a beautiful beach for a swim / Take a boat to Galatas on the mainland / Visit Nafplio, one of the most beautiful towns in Greece / Cycle into the heart of the Peloponnese to Mycenae / Cycle to Nemea, a town famous for its wine / 5 Days cycling with total vehicle support / 7 Nights in comfortable hotels and pensions with breakfast / Ferry ride to Poros / Boat ride to the Peloponnese mainland / Bus ride to Athens / Excludes local bike hire from £85 or take your own.Departures: Selected Saturdays from 16 May to 26 September 2015.

■ Treasures of the Holy Land (Leisurely) AXI

8 Days | From: £999Tel Aviv – Caesarea – Megiddo – Tiberias – Capernaum – Nazareth – Bethlehem – Jerusalem – Masada – Dead Sea – Tel AvivHighlights: Walking tour of Jaffa / Visit Caesarea, Megiddo and Tiberias / Day trip around the Sea of Galilee / Visit Cana, Nazareth and Bethlehem / Extensive tour of Jerusalem, including the Wailing Wall and the Dome of the Rock / Visit iconic biblical sites throughout the tour / Float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea / Visit the UNESCO site of Masada / Travel by air-conditioned midi or minibus / 6 Nights in 3* hotels and 1 night in a kibbutz with breakfast.Departures: Selected Saturdays from 5 September to 14 November 2015.

■ Petra & Wadi Rum by Bike (Moderate) MXW

9 Days | From: £839Amman – Jerash – Madaba – Mt Nebo – Dead Sea – Petra – Wadi Rum – Aqaba – AmmanHighlights: Visit Jerash and ride through olive groves and villages to Madaba / Ride to Mt. Nebo for fantastic views / Float in the Dead Sea / Drive along Kings Highway to Petra / Visit the UNESCO site of Petra / Ride via the deserts of Wadi Araba to Aqaba on the Red Sea / Camp under the stars in Wadi Rum / 5 Days of cycling with full vehicle support / 7 Nights in Hotels with breakfasts / 1 Night camping in Wadi Rum / 2 Lunches and 1 dinner included / Excludes local bike hire from £75 or take your own.Departures: Saturdays from 2 May to 26 December 2015 and 13 February to 21 May 2016.


Hotel ★ Twin Single

Philippos 3★ € 54 € 54

Plaka Hotel 3★ € 77 € 115

Hermes Hotel 3★ € 77 € 115

Polis Grand Hotel 4★ € 36 € 65

Titania Hotel 4★ € 43 € 84

President Hotel 4★ € 44 € 84

Athens Electra 4★ € 56 € 98

Amalia Hotel 4★ € 58 € 103

The Athenian Callirhoe 4★ € 58 € 111

Herodion 4★ € 67 € 118

Rates are per person in EURO, based on lowest season and valid from 1 April to 31 October

2015. Higher rates will apply during peak periods. Hotel rates include breakfast.


Metropolitan 5★ € 55 € 104

Saint George Lycabettus 5★ € 59 € 118

Royal Olympic 5★ € 63 € 125

Divani Palace Acropolis 5★ € 68 € 123

NJV Athens Plaza 5★ € 73 € 139

Divani Caravel 5★ € 78 € 143

Electra Palace 5★ € 94 € 159

King George Palace 5★ € 165 € 329

Airport Hotel ★ Twin Single

Sofi tel Athens Airport 5★ € 98 € 195

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GreeceAncient culture & fantastical myths

Experience endless miles of aquamarine coastline, sun-bleached ancient ruins, strong feta and stronger ouzo. The Greek landscape thrills, and Greek people are passionate

about politics, coffee, art and gossiping. Tourists fl ock to the country each year to visit world-famous sites like the Parthenon in Athens, the Acropolis of Rhodes, the churches of Thessaloniki, and the Oracle of Delphi, to name but a few.

ClimateSummer peak season is from June to August. Late spring from April to May and early autumn from late August to September are also lovely times to holiday in Greece.

Getting AroundWithin Athens, buses, taxis, subways and private transfers are popular. Several fl ights a day connect Athens to all major islands. Ferries and high-speed hydrofoils are most commonly used between the islands and shuttle or private transfers from island airports to hotels can be arranged.

VisasVisas are required by South African passport holders. Please check requirements for other passport holders.

AthensA charming, challenging and captivating city, with legendary attractions, many of which

are conveniently located within walking distance of the Acropolis. It has a unique modern atmosphere and plenty of appeal for foodies, fashionistas and party-animals with some great restaurants, diverse shopping opportunities, and an energetic nightlife.

Best Buy Hotels

Airport/Port Shuttle Private/min 2 pax

ATH – Hotel € 30 € 42

ATH – Piraeus € 33 € 49

ATH – Lavrion € 43 € 55

Piraeus – Hotel € 21 € 23

Lavrion – Hotel € 48 € 55

Airport/Hotel/Port Transfers v.v.

Sightseeing Tours■ Athens City Tour | € 65See Constitution Square, House of Parliament, Memorial to the Unknown Soldier, National Library, Hadrian’s Arch, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium and the Acropolis.

■ Delphi | € 90The centre of the ancient world situated on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Visit the Treasury, the Temple of Apollo and the Museum showcasing masterpieces of ancient Greek sculptures. Lunch is included.

■ Day Cruise | € 96Cruise to Hydra, Poros and Aegina with plenty of time to explore and swim. Lunch is included.

■ 2 Day Delphi & Meteora | € 192Explore the ancient site of Delphi as well as the Museum showcasing masterpieces of ancient Greek sculptures. Dinner and overnight in Kalambaka. Visit the ageless Monasteries of Meteora, containing priceless historical and religious treasures.


Rates are in USD per person sharing, based on lowest season and inside cabin category, port taxes, service fees, all meals, use of

swimming pool, � tness centre, shows and on board entertainment. Rates are valid from April to October 2015.

■ 3 Day Cruise from $532■ 4 Day Cruise from $734■ 7 Day Cruise from $1414

We o� er a full range of

tailor-made packages

throughout Greece. Contact us for

details.

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GreeceCelestyal Cruises

Island Hopping

2015 3★ Option 4★ Option 5★ Option

EURO DBL SGL DBL SGL DBL SGL

1 – 18 May & 29 Sep – 31 Oct 975 1283 1232 1704 1380 2089

19 – 30 May 975 1283 1311 1846 1443 2214

31 May – 20 Jun & 15 – 28 Sep 1065 1440 1460 2109 1609 2566

21 Jun – 11 Jul & 30 Aug – 14 Sep 1155 1564 1480 2146 1838 2921

12 Jul – 29 Aug 1305 1818 1700 2533 2064 3385

Package includes: 2 Nights each in Athens and Paros, 3 Nights each in Mykonos and Santorini with breakfast / All transfers / Athens City Tour

with entrance to the Acropolis site and Museum / High speed ferry tickets Piraeus–Mykonos–Paros–Santorini / Economy class air ticket

from Santorini to Athens including taxes.

With weekly departures from Athens, see cosmopolitan Mykonos, medieval Rhodes, the wonders of ancient

Kusadasi, the holy island of Patmos, the beautiful Santorini and Crete, the gateway to the Minoan city of Knossos.

The most popular way to get around and experience the magic of the Greek Islands is to take advantage of one of our island

hopping packages. Experience the beauty, atmosphere, nightlife, food, history, sun and sea of these beautiful islands. Santorini that clings to hundreds of feet up sheer cliffs; cosmopolitan Mykonos, with its timeless windmills; Ios, the ultimate party island; historic Rhodes where Crusaders built their castle; Crete, home of one of the world´s fi rst great civilisations and a fantastic place for hiking and touring.



1 – 18 May & 29 Sep – 31 Oct 1148 1550 1394 1955 1553 2401

19 – 30 May 1148 1550 1473 2096 1616 2528

31 May – 20 Jun & 15 – 28 Sep 1229 1693 1582 2295 1781 2880

21 Jun – 11 Jul & 30 Aug – 14 Sep 1316 1791 1603 2333 1969 3151

12 Jul – 29 Aug 1489 2066 1770 2651 2113 3449

Package includes: 2 Nights in Athens, 3 Nights each in Mykonos, Santorini and Crete with breakfast / All transfers / Athens City Tour with

entrance to the Acropolis site and Museum / High speed ferry tickets Pirae-us–Mykonos–Santorini–Crete / Economy class air ticket from Crete

to Athens including taxes.



1 – 18 May & 29 Sep – 31 Oct 900 1208 1106 1560 1238 1904

19 – 30 May 900 1208 1186 1703 1301 2029

31 May – 20 Jun & 15 – 28 Sep 982 1352 1295 1900 1468 2383

21 Jun – 11 Jul & 30 Aug – 14 Sep 1052 1438 1316 1938 1654 2654

12 Jul – 29 Aug 1169 1636 1471 2218 1786 2934

Package includes: 3 Nights each in Athens, Mykonos and Santorini with breakfast / All transfers / Athens City Tour with entrance to the Acropolis site and Museum / High speed ferry tickets Piraeus–Mykonos–Santorini /

Economy class air ticket from Santorini to Athens including taxes.

■ 10 Day Island Escape Athens – Mykonos – Santorini – Athens

■ 11 Day Aegean Charm Athens – Mykonos – Paros – Santorini – Athens

■ 12 Day Kalimera Greece Athens – Mykonos – Santorini – Crete – Athens

■ 13 Day Greek Delight Athens – Mykonos – Naxos – Ios – Santorini – Athens



1 – 18 May & 29 Sep – 31 Oct 1070 1441 1316 1879 1458 2203

19 – 30 May 1070 1441 1439 2109 1521 2328

31 May – 20 Jun & 15 – 28 Sep 1190 1646 1548 2306 1725 2746

21 Jun – 11 Jul & 30 Aug – 14 Sep 1298 1803 1650 2469 1990 3091

12 Jul – 29 Aug 1544 2230 1940 3018 2273 2273

Package includes: 2 Nights each in Athens, Naxos and Ios, 3 Nights each in Mykonos and Santorini with breakfast / All transfers / Athens City Tour

with entrance to the Acropolis site and Museum / High speed ferry tickets Piraeus–Mykonos–Naxos–Ios–Santorini / Economy class air ticket from

Santorini to Athens including taxes.


Rates are per person in USD, based on lowest season and valid from 1 April to 31 October 2015. Higher rates will apply during peak periods. Hotel rates include breakfast.

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Turkey

Land of contrast

Many more hotels and tours

available throughout

Turkey. Contact us for prices.

Turkey includes a tremendous variety within its vast borders. The west and east coast offer pristine beaches and gorgeous turquoise coloured waters, while the Anatolian

plateau to the north has rugged mountains with ancient cities and vibrant tribal cultures. Discover perfect beaches, ancient ruins, epic religious sites, wonderful food, glorious scenery and a resoundingly warm welcome form the famously friendly local people.

ClimateBest time to visit is from April to June and September to October when it´s warm and not too hot. Istanbul is a year round destination and the busiest period is July and August as well as early September.

Getting AroundAn excellent transport system runs throughout Istanbul, with a choice of taxis, buses, trams, ferries or private transfers.

VisasSouth African passport holders require visas. Please check requirements for other passport holders.

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Olympiyat Hotel 3★ $52 $83

Ilkay Hotel 3★ $53 $84

Asur Hotel 3★ $54 $86

Erboy Hotel 3★ $55 $99

Centrum Hotel 3★ $62 $109

Golden Crown Hotel 3★ $66 $112

Konak Hotel 4★ $65 $123

Nidya Hotel Galataport 4★ $66 $112

Antik Hotel 4★ $66 $112

Ottoman Park 4★ $66 $112

Lady Diana Hotel 4★ $71 $112

B/W Eresin Taksim Hotel 4★ $71 $120

Recital Hotel 4★ $71 $122

Celal Sultan Hotel 4★ $71 $127

Momento Hotel 4★ $76 $133

Foros Sultanahmet 4★ $79 $137

Arena Hotel 4★ $83 $125

Orka Royal Hotel 4★ $84 $144

Feronya Taksim 4★ $84 $150

Yasmak Sultan Hotel 4★ $91 $144

IstanbulTurkey’s variety is best experienced in the glorious city of Istanbul, reaching across two

continents, with its old city in Europe and modern Istanbul in Asia, separated by the Bosphorus Strait. Visit Byzantine ruins, splendid palaces, ancient mosques and churches, hamams and exotic bazaars. Modern Istanbul exudes trendy bars and nightclubs, western boutiques, offi ce blocks, and elegant suburbs.

Sightseeing Tours■ Bosphorus Cruise | $42Visit the Spice Market and enjoy a cruise on the Bosphorus. Transfers from European side hotels are included.

■ Two Continents | $50Cross the Bosphorus Bridge and tour Beylerbeyi Palace and enjoy panoramic views over the city from Camlica Hill. Transfers from European side hotels are included.

■ Princes’ Islands | $80Cruise to Princes’ Islands, tour the island by horse-drawn carriage, and enjoy lunch at a seafood restaurant. Transfers from European side hotels are included.

■ Mosaics of Istanbul | $85Tour of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Underground Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome and Obelisk and Grand Bazaar. Lunch, entrance tickets and transfers from European side hotels are included.

■ Istanbul by Night | $88Dinner at a fi rst class restaurant with a belly dancing show as well as an Anatolian culture show. Transfers from European side hotels are included.

■ Cappadocia by Air | $340Visit Ozkonak underground city, Devrent Valley, Uchisar, Avanos and enjoy a pottery making workshop, Pasabag (Monks Valley) and Goreme Open Air Museum. Lunch at an authentic Anatolian restaurant. All transfers and fl ights included.

Airport Shuttle Private/min 2 pax

IST — $35

Airport/Hotel Transfers v.v.

Best Buy HotelsHotel ★ Twin Single

Beyaz Saray Hotel 4★ $91 $160

Sultanahmet Palace 4★ $92 $154

Ferman Hotel 4★ $94 $168

Ramada Old City Hotel 4★ $103 $187

Sultania Hotel 4★ $112 $178

Palaza Donizetti Taksim 4★ $112 $204

The President Hotel 4★ $112 $185

Levni Hotel 4★ $122 $206

Sirkeci Mansion Hotel 4★ $145 $224

Ottoman Hotel Imperial 5★ $103 $168

The Marmara Pera Taksim 5★ $112 $225

Point Hotel Taksim 5★ $122 $150

Renaissance Bosphorus 5★ $140 $262

Sura Hagia Sophia 5★ $141 $243

Hagia Sophia Old City 5★ $168 $260

Pera Palace Jumeirah 5★ $237 $404

Shangri La Bosphorus 5★ $374 $747

Ciragan Palace Kempinski 5★ $449 $828

Four Seasons Bosphorus 5★ $525 $975

Four Seasons Sultanahmet 5★ $535 $985


Rates are per person in USD, based on lowest season and valid from 1 April to 30 November

2015. Higher rates will apply during peak periods. Flights mentioned are not included

in the rates.

■ A Taste of Turkey 10 Days Twin: $1495 | Single: $2183Istanbul – Gallipoli – Dardanelles – Canakkale Troy – Pergamum – Kusadasi – Pamukkale – Hierapolis – Gocek/Fethiye – Lycian Coast – MarmarisHighlights: Tour Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, St. Sophia and the Grand Bazaar / Gallipoli, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair / Troy with its famous wooden horse / Lunch at a traditional local village / Ancient Medical Center in Asclepion / Famous ruins of Ephesus and St. Mary’s cottage / Drive through fertile valleys to Pamukkale / Hierapolis Roman health spa ruins / Board a gulet yacht in Gocek or Fethiye and cruise the Mediterranean coast / 7 Nights in 4* and 5* Hotels with breakfast / 1 Lunch / 5 Dinners / 2 Nights on board a Gulet Yacht / Full board basis / All transfers / Sightseeing in a deluxe motor coach with an English speaking guide / Entrance fees to sites.Departures: Thursdays from 7 May to 27 August 2015.

■ Classics of Turkey 11 Days Twin: $1245 | Single: $1809Istanbul – Ankara – Cappadocia – Pamukkale – Kusadasi – Pergamum – Troy – Canakkale – Dardanelles – Gallipoli – IstanbulHighlights: Topkapi Palace / Grand Bazaar, world’s largest and oldest covered market / Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in Ankara / Saratli, a secret underground city / Open Air Museum of Goreme, a UNESCO World Heritage Site / Hiking through the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia / Mausoleum of Sufi philosopher Mevlana / Pamukkale the Cotton Castle / Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary / Ancient city of Troy / Anzac Cove at Gallipoli / Lunch with locals / 10 Nights in 4* Hotels with breakfast / 1 Lunch / 7 Dinners / All transfers / Sightseeing in a deluxe motor coach with an English speaking guide / Entrance fees to sites. Optional tours available, please ask for details and prices.Departures: Fridays from 10 April to 27 November 2015.

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Turkey

Many more tours available

throughout Turkey. Enquire about 4- or 8

Day Gulet Cruises.Contact us for

prices.

Mini Packages Tours■ Istanbul & Aegean 6 Days Twin: $757 | Single: $1263Istanbul – Pergamum – Asclepion – Izmir – KusadasiHighlights: Tour Topkapi Palace, residence of Ottoman sultans / The Hippodrome, site of chariot races / The Blue Mosque, famous for its colourful ceramics / Underground Cistern / Saint Sophia, decorated with ancient frescoes / Enjoy over 3000 shops in the covered Bazaar / Half-day Bosphorus Cruise / Flight to Izmir / See Pergamum’s ancient acropolis, home to the Altar of Zeus and the Roman Medical Center of Asclepion, work site of the great physician, Galen / Journey to Ephesus and explore the 2000 year-old marble streets, a theater, the library of Celsius, a gymnasium, St. John’s Basilica and Hadrian’s Temple / Visit Virgin Mary’s stone cottage / 3 Nights in Istanbul and 2 Nights in Kusadasi or Izmir in 3* and 4* Hotels with breakfast / 3 Lunches / All transfers / Sightseeing with an English speaking guide / Entrance fees to sites.

■ Istanbul & Bodrum 6 Days Twin: $819 | Single: $1175Istanbul – BodrumHighlights: Tour Topkapi Palace, residence of Ottoman sultans / The Hippodrome, site of chariot races / The Blue Mosque, famous for its colourful ceramics / Underground Cistern / Saint Sophia, decorated with ancient frescoes / Enjoy over 3000 shops in the covered Bazaar / Half-day Bosphorus Cruise / Flight to Bodrum / Spend two days at leisure in Bodrum exploring this most southern major holiday town / For thousands of years Bodrum has been an important trade and communications port for the Hittites, Persians, Greeks, Byzantine and Ottoman traders / 3 Nights in Istanbul and 2 Nights in Bodrum in 3* and 4* Hotels with breakfast / 1 Lunch / All transfers / Sightseeing with an English speaking guide / Entrance fees to sites.

■ Istanbul & Antalya 7 Days Twin: $835 | Single: $1125Istanbul – Antalya – Perge – Aspendos – AntalyaHighlights: Tour Topkapi Palace, residence of Ottoman sultans / The Hippodrome, site of chariot races / The Blue Mosque, famous for its colourful ceramics / Underground Cistern / Saint Sophia, decorated with ancient frescoes / Enjoy over 3000 shops in the covered Bazaar / Half-day Bosphorus Cruise / Flight to Antalya / Discover ancient Hellenic and Roman treasures, including the unspoiled ruins of Perge, the magnifi cently preserved 15,000 person theater of Aspendos and Kursunlu Waterfalls / Wander through Antalya’s bazaars, ancient ruins and original harbour with its restored Ottoman houses, small shops and wayside cafes / 3 Nights in Istanbul and 3 Nights in Cappadocia in 3* and 4* Hotels with breakfast / 2 Lunches / All transfers / Sightseeing with an English speaking guide / Entrance fees to sites.

■ Istanbul & Cappadocia 7 Days Twin: $856 | Single: $1256Istanbul – Kayseri – CappadociaHighlights: Tour Topkapi Palace, residence of Ottoman sultans / The Hippodrome, site of chariot races / The Blue Mosque, famous for its colourful ceramics / Underground Cistern / Saint Sophia, decorated with ancient frescoes / Enjoy over 3000 shops in the covered Bazaar / Half-day Bosphorus Cruise / Flight to Kayseri or Nevsehir / Rose Valley, one of the most beautiful valleys in Cappadocia / Cavusin, an old Greek village / Underground city of Kaymakli / Pigeon Valley / Devrent Valley, famous for its Fairy Chimneys / Pasabagi (Monk’s Valley) / Avanos which is known for pottery / Goreme Open Air Museum / 3 Nights in Istanbul and 3 Nights in Cappadocia in 4* and 5* Hotels with breakfast / 3 Lunches / All transfers / Sightseeing with an English speaking guide / Entrance fees to sites.


Rates are per person in USD, based on lowest season and valid from 1 April 2015 to

28 February 2016. Higher rates will apply during peak periods.

Hotel rates include breakfast.

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IsraelThe holy land

A world-class destination with outstanding archaeological, religious

and cultural attractions. Those with a taste for adventure can explore the country’s spectacular scenery, scuba dive in the Gulf of Eilat with its magnifi cent coral reefs, or hike the trails in the forest of the Galilee. Israel’s three main cities are Jerusalem, its capital, Tel Aviv, an international metropolis, and Haifa, a major port and industrial center. Rural tourism in kibbutzim and other community villages, offers guests vacations far from the cities in a rustic atmosphere, close to nature.

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Liber Seashore Suites 3★ $87 $174

Mercure 4★ $95 $156

Residence Suites 4★ $95 $189

Townhouse Hotel 4★ $98 $196

Grand Beach 4★ $105 $188

Vital 4★ $106 $184

Center Chic 4★ $118 $236

Cinema Hotel 4★ $118 $236

Prima Tel Aviv 4★ $119 $238

Metropolitan 4★ $126 $252

Dan Panorama 4★ $144 $288

Renaissance 5★ $168 $336

Carlton 5★ $225 $448

David InterContinental 5★ $246 $490

Hilton Tel Aviv 5★ $253 $499

ClimateIt is a year round destination but the best time to visit is May, June and October when the weather is simply perfect and not too many tourists around.

Getting AroundIsrael has an effi cient and inexpensive transport system, with buses and taxis going everywhere. Trains connect main cities and private airport transfers can be pre booked.

VisasSouth African passport holders do not require visas. Please check requirements for other passport holders.

Tel Aviv

Jerusalem

A vibrant city, best known for its sun-drenched beaches, nightclubs, designer shopping, crowded street markets and high culture. These are just some of the diversions

available on a holiday in Tel Aviv, which, like New York, is a ‘city that never sleeps’.

A spiritual centre, holy to the three great faiths, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, with a fascinating ancient history and sacred religious sites. The Old City is one of the most

atmospheric enclaves remaining in the world, with winding streets, fortifi cations and an almost tangible sense of history. The city also boasts modern museums and art galleries.

Sightseeing Tours■ Jerusalem Old &

New City Tour | $97Visit the Old City of Jerusalem and Yad Vashem (in the New City) – the international center in commemoration of the Jewish Holocaust.

■ Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee | $97

Visit the historical sites of Nazareth, Tiberias and Sea of Galilee on this full day excursion.

■ Masada & the Dead Sea | $121See the mountain fortress built by King Herod in Masada and the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Float in the mineral-rich Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth!

Sightseeing Tours■ Jerusalem Old &

New City Tour | $76Visit the Old City of Jerusalem and Yad Vashem (in the New City) - the international center in commemoration of the Jewish Holocaust.

■ Jerusalem & Bethlehem | $109Walk through history and see the main sights of the Old City of Jerusalem and visit Bethlehem, where according to Christian tradition was the birthplace of Jesus Christ.

■ Masada & the Dead Sea | $112See the mountain fortress built by King Herod in Masada and the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Float in the mineral-rich Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth!


TLV — $62



TLV — $35


Best Buy Hotels

Best Buy HotelsHotel ★ Twin Single

Palatin Hotel 3★ $57 $86

Montefi ore Hotel 3★ $121 $204

Addar 4★ $71 $140

Ritz Hotel 4★ $127 $210

Harmony Boutique Hotel 4★ $130 $229

Arthur Hotel 4★ $130 $229

Dan Boutique 4★ $131 $250

Eldan Hotel 4★ $145 $269

Grand Court 4★ $148 $273

7 Kook Boutique 5★ $109 $216

Leonardo Plaza 5★ $130 $245

Waldorf Astoria 5★ $418 $835

Many more hotels and Kibbutz

hotels available throughout Israel,

contact us for prices.


Rates are per person sharing in USD, based on lowest season. Higher rates will apply during peak periods.

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Israel

Israel

Coach Tours

Tour Extension

We o� er a full range of

hotels, sightseeing and tours to Jordan.

Contact us for details.

■ Jewish Heritage Tour 10 Days | From: $2034Tel Aviv – Caesarea – Haifa – Acre – Rosh Hanikra – Safed – Gadot – Banias – Tel Hai – Beit Shean – Beit Alpha – Gan Hashlosha – Jerusalem – Qumran – Masada – Dead Sea – Tel AvivHighlights: Visit Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the region / Panoramic views of Haifa from Mt. Carmel / Acra’s local market and harbour / Cable car ride to the limestone grottoes at Rosh Hanikra / Safed, centre of kabala movement, visit synagogues and stroll around the Artist´s quarter / Jeep tour to Golan / Stops at Gadot memorial site, Kuneitra, Banias springs and Tel Hai / Visit Tiberias and Beit Shean, the biggest archeological park in Israel / Stops at Gan Hashlosha and Mount Scopus / City tour of Jerusalem / See a Bar-Mitzvah ceremony at the Kotel / In Mea Shearim, learn about the unique lifestyle of the ultra orthodox communities / Mount Hertzel military cemetery / Yad Vashem, the memorial to the holocaust / Israel museum where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed / Masada, the fortress that King Herod built / Lunch and spa facilities at one of the leading Dead Sea hotels / 7 Nights in Tourist Class Hotels with breakfast / 2 Nights at a Kibbutz on half-board basis.Departures: Fridays from 1 May 2015 to 26 February 2016.

■ Pearls of the South 3 Days | From: $946Jerusalem – Eilat – Petra – Tel AvivHighlights: Travel through the Negev desert, visit the copper mines and King Solomon’s pillars in Timna / In Eilat, visit the underwater observatory marine park, the fi rst of its kind in the world / Full day in Petra, famous for its massive rock architecture and legacy of the Nabateans / Mitzpe Ramon’s crater, a geological wonder / Sde Boker, where Ben Gurion’s hut and grave overlooks the magnifi cent Zin valley / Camel ride and visit an authentic Bedouin tent, with lunch included / Airforce Museum in Htzerim / 2 Nights in Tourist Class Hotels with breakfast.Departures: Sundays from 3 May 2015 to 28 February 2016.

■ Holyland Tour 8 Days | From: $1313Tel Aviv – Jerusalem – Bethlehem – Dead Sea – Masada – Beit Shean – Nazareth – Tiberias – Capernaum – Banias – Acre – Haifa – Megiddo Caesarea – Tel AvivHighlights: Drive to Mount of Olives for panoramic views of the city / Church of All Nations, King David’s tomb and room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion / In the Old City, visit the Temple Mount, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulcher and oriental Bazaar / Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust / Israel Museum, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed / Church of Nativity in Bethlehem / Masada, the fortress that King Herod built / Float on the Dead Sea / Beit Shean’s Roman Theatre / Church of Annunciation, St. Joseph’s workshop and Mary’s Well in Nazareth / Tour Tiberias / Boat ride to Capernaum / Tabgha, the site of the miracle of fi sh and loaves / Tour of the Golan Heights / Ancient city and harbour of Acre / Panoramic views of the Bahai gardens and Haifa bay / Megiddo, site of well preserved archeological excavations / Caesarea’s Roman Theatre and aqueduct / 7 Nights in Tourist Class Hotels and Kibbutz on half-board basis.Departures: Sundays or Wednesdays from 3 May 2015 to 28 February 2016.

■ Classic Tour 10 Days | From: $1845Tel Aviv – Caesarea – Megiddo – Druze Villages Safed – Golan Heights – Sea of Galilee – Nazareth – Jerusalem – Qumran – Masada – Dead Sea – Tel AvivHighlights: Caesarea’s Roman Theatre and aqueduct / Megiddo, site of well preserved archeological excavations / Daliat El Carmel, a Druze village, with lunch at a local restaurant / Panoramic views of Haifa Bay / Safed, the center of Jewish mysticism / See the former Syrian bunkers, Kuneitra and the new Israeli town of Katzrin / Wine tasting at a Golan Winery / Church of Annunciation, St. Joseph’s workshop and Mary’s Well in Nazareth / Tour Tiberias and Capernaum / Mount of Olives for panoramic views of the city / Church of All Nations, King David’s tomb and room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion / In the Old City, visit the Temple Mount, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulcher and oriental Bazaar / Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust / Mea Shearim, the ultra orthodox neighbourhood in Jerusalem and learn about their unique lifestyle / Middle eastern dinner followed by a spectacular “Sound and Light” show at the Tower of David museum / Masada, the fortress that King Herod built / Float on the Dead Sea / 7 Nights in Tourist Class Hotels with breakfast / 2 Nights at a Kibbutz on half-board basis / Other meals mentioned in itineraryDepartures: Fridays from 1 May 2015 to 26 February 2016.Tour in an

air-conditioned motor coach with

English-speaking guide and entrance fees to sites. Please ask us

for detailed itineraries.



Mercure Le Sphinx 4★ $24 $38

The Oasis Resort Pyramids 4★ $24 $38

Grand Pyramids 4★ $24 $38

Barcelo 4★ $27 $42

Novotel Hotel El Borg 4★ $69 $119

Movenpick Pyramids 5★ $35 $60

Pyramids Park Resort 5★ $35 $60

Ramses Hilton 5★ $40 $68

Le Meridien Pyramids 5★ $57 $103

Farimont Nile City 5★ $63 $113

Mariott Downtown 5★ $104 $194

Kempinski Nile Hotel 5★ $120 $214

Semiramis InterContinental 5★ $120 $225

Sofi tel El Gezira 5★ $125 $219

Villa Belle Epoque 5★ $125 $250

Le Riad Hotel de Charme 5★ $143 $265

Hotel ★ Twin SingleMaritim Jolieville Royal Peninsula 4★ $35 $58

Kahramana Beach Resort # 4★ $42 $63

Laguna Vista Garden # 4★ $55 $83

Sierra Resort Hotel # 4★ $63 $110

Marriott Mountain Resort 5★ $49 $83

Savoy 5★ $49 $96

Marriott Beach Resort 5★ $62 $97

Laguna Vista Beach # 5★ $63 $90

Hilton Sharm Dreams Resort 5★ $65 $103

Hilton Sharks Bay # 5★ $79 $125

Hilton Waterfalls 5★ $88 $140

Royal Savoy 5★ $145 $233

Four Seasons Resort 5★ $214 $427

Rates are per person sharing in USD, based on lowest season and valid from 1 April to 31 October 2015. Higher rates will apply during peak periods.

Hotel rates include breakfast. # All Inclusive.

Cairo

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Egypt Land of antiquity

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From the mysterious and awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza, to the Nile’s West

Bank, to the 3,000-year-old temples of Abu Simbel and the beguilingly beautiful Coptic Cairo, those with an interest in ancient civilisation will fi nd themselves in seventh heaven while on holiday in Egypt.

ClimateHot and dry during the fi erce summer months of May to October. It is advisable to travel to Egypt during the cooler months of November to April.

Getting AroundAir-conditioned buses connect Cairo with most other towns and taxis in Cairo are available with English speaking drivers. We do however recommend to pre book private arrival and departure transfers. Egypt Air connects from Cairo to most other popular towns or choose to travel the scenic routes by train.

VisasVisas are required for South African passport holders. Please check requirements for other passport holders.

Sharm el-Sheikh

Cairo is a busy, messy, noisy and delightful city, which enchants visitors with its ancient treasures and challenges them with its modern riotousness. The ‘Mother of all Cities’

is full of great restaurants and thrilling archaeological sites; it is the doorstep to one of the most intriguing tourist destinations in the world.

Besides excellent diving and snorkelling, which are the main activities in Sharm el-Sheikh, there are plenty of watersports available as well as a vibrant nightlife with

casinos, discos and nightclubs, a huge variety of dining options and for avid shoppers, try the old market for both local and foreign products, including jewelry, leather goods, clothing, pottery and books.

Sightseeing Tours■ Coptic Cairo | $42Explore old Cairo’s churches, Coptic Museum, Ben Ezra synagogue and shop at Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

■ Sound & Light Show | $43State-of-art technology of lighting and laser projection used to bring to life the mysteries of the Pharaonic Egyptian civilisation.

■ Memphis & Sakkara | $62Memphis, Egypt’s former capital, once the cultural center of the ancient world. See the ancient Step Pyramid of Djoser in Sakkara.

■ Cairo City Tour | $110Full day visit of the Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian museum, Citadel and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Sightseeing Tours■ Bedouin Dinner | $83Learn about Bedouin life, ride a camel and enjoy the scenery of the Wadi Mandar, virgin desert of Sinai. Dinner and soft drinks are included.

■ St. Catherine & Dahab | $119Visit St. Catherine Monastery with lunch included and walk along the beach in Dahab,

■ Coloured Canyon | $153A jeep tour and some hiking take you to these magnifi cent rock formations. Stop for lunch in Nuweiba and swim in the Gulf of Aqaba.


CAI — $34



SSH — $18


Best Buy Hotels

Best Buy Hotels

Many more hotels and

sightseeing available

throughout Egypt. Contact us for prices.



USD DBL SGL DBL SGL DBL SGL

11 – 30 April $672 $790 $689 $810 $695 $827

1 May – 30 Sep $663 $763 $675 $778 $686 $788

Package includes: 2 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum Tour with entrance fees and lunch / Full day tour of Alexandria with lunch / Dinner in Cairo / Domestic airfare from Cairo

to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo (not included) / 3 Nights onboard a Nile cruise ship on full board basis with private sightseeing tours / Full day tour to Abu Simbel with lunch / Horse drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus / Shop at Khan el-Khalili bazaar, with dinner

at a local restaurant / Meet and assist with all transfers.



11 – 30 April $730 $906 $739 $922 $1023 $1463

1 May – 30 Sep $723 $880 $730 $894 $919 $1319

Package includes: 2 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Pyramids and SphinxTour with entrance fees / Visit a Papyrus Institute and museum, perfumery

and jewellery shop / 2 Nights onboard the sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo on half board basis / 3 Nights onboard a Nile cruise ship on full board basis with private sightseeing tours /

Meet and assist with all transfers.

We o� er a range of

tours to Israel and Jordan. Please ask for details.

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EgyptCairo & Nile Cruise Packages

Beach Packages

Discover the ancient wonders of Upper Egypt onboard a modern cruise ship. The Nile River has been Egypt’s lifeline

since ancient times and there is no better way to trace the passage of Egypt’s history than to follow the course of the Nile. Cruise ships offer 3, 4, 6 or 7 night cruises between Luxor and Aswan or vice versa, with guided land excursions by Egyptologists, exploring the landmark temples, tombs and ruins in the region. Visit sites such as the Philae Temple, High Dam, Edfu and Kom Ombo temples, The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank. All meals, leisure activities and evening entertainment are included.

■ 6 Day Best of Egypt Cairo – Alexandria – Cairo – Aswan – Abu Simbel – Aswan –

Luxor – Cairo

■ 7 Day Red Sea Delight Cairo – Hurghada – Cairo

■ 8 Day Classic Egypt Cairo – Luxor – Aswan – Cairo

■ Siwa Desert Oasis 5 Days Twin: $1689 | Single: $2315 Cairo – El Alamein – Siwa – Cairo Highlights: Visit World War II cemeteries of El Alamein / Lunch in Marsa Matrouh / Explore historical sites of Siwa and desert safaris / Excludes entrance fees to sites, to be paid directly / 2 Nights in Cairo in a 5* Hotel with breakfast / 2 Nights at the Adrere Amellal Eco lodge in Siwa on All Inclusive basis / All transfers.Departures: Daily from 1 April to 30 September 2015.

■ 8 Day Splendid Egypt Cairo – Aswan – Luxor – Cairo

■ 7 Day Red Sea Jewel Cairo – Sharm El-Sheikh – Cairo



1 May – 15 Jul $290 $380 $343 $462 $479 $695

16 Jul – 19 Aug $324 $414 $404 $523 $540 $757

20 Aug – 30 Sep $303 $393 $363 $482 $499 $715

Package includes: 3 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Private Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum Tour with entrance fees / 3 Nights in

Sharm El-Sheikh on All Inclusive basis / Meet and assist with all transfers / Domestic airfare from Cairo to Sharm El-Sheikh (not included).



11 – 30 April $289 $408 $300 $427 $449 $662

1 May – 30 Sep $268 $363 $280 $383 $458 $674

Package includes: 3 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Private Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum Tour with entrance fees / 3 Nights in Hurghada on half board basis / Meet and assist with all transfers /

Domestic airfare from Cairo to Hurghada (not included).



11 – 30 April $632 $819 $645 $830 $767 $963

1 May – 30 Sep $619 $782 $630 $799 $755 $923

Package includes: 3 Nights in Cairo with breakfast / Pyramids, Sphinx,Egyptian Museum and Khan el- Khalili Bazaar Tour with entrance fees

and lunch / Visit a Papyrus Institute and museum, perfumery and jewellery shop / Domestic airfare from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to

Cairo (not included) / 4 Nights onboard a Nile cruise ship on full board basis with private sightseeing tours / Meet and assist with all transfers.

Tour Extension from Cairo


Rates are per person in USD, based on lowest season and valid from 1 April to 31 October


Many more hotels and

apartments available in Dubai.

Please ask for prices.

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Best Buy City Hotels

Jewel of the Gulf

Airport/Port Shuttle Private/min 2 pax

DXB – City $18 $27

DXB – Jumeirah $22 $32


ClimateAn arid, subtropical climate, with blue skies and sunshine all year round. The hottest months are between June and September, the coolest time being between December and March.

Getting AroundMetered taxis are everywhere and rather inexpensive, the Metro system is world-class, fast and very effi cient and traditional Dhow’s (water taxis) for crossing the Creek. We recommend shuttle or private pre-booked transfers from and to the airport.

VisasVisas are required for South African passport holders and issued by Travel Vision. Please check requirements for other passport holders.

Cosmopolitan Dubai is unquestionably the entertainment, shopping, sports

and culinary capital of the Middle East. Add to this, the clean uncrowded beaches, the spectacular mountain scenery and the timeless landscapes of the desert, it is easy to see why Dubai is an increasingly popular destination.

Sightseeing Tours■ Dubai City Tour | $44See Dubai Creek, Bastakiya, Dubai Museum, cross the Creek in an Abra, a traditional boat,to visit the Spice Market and Gold Souk, photo stop at Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Mosque.

■ Dhow Dinner Cruise | $69A relaxing Dubai Creek dinner cruise, with soft drinks and transfers included.

■ Abu Dhabi City Tour | $75See the world’s largest man made port, Jebel Ali, the Grand Mosque, Union Square, the Cornice, Heritage Village, and shop at the Marina Mall.

■ Desert Safari & BBQ Dinner | $75Experience the thrill of a lifetime! Ride on sand dunes in a 4WD, dine under the stars in an authentic Bedouin camp and dance to the rhythm of Arabic music.

■ Modern Dubai | $119Visit Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, with a photo stop at Atlantis, The Palm Hotel, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, take a trip to the observation deck of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building and Dubai Mall.

■ Ferrari Park | $138Visit the world’s fi rst and only Ferrari theme park in Abu Dhabi, with kids entertainment, rollercoaster rides, racing simulators, restaurants and more!

■ Bateaux Dinner Cruise | $163See the spectacular sights of Dubai Creek whilst cruising on board the glass-enclosed Bateaux and enjoy a freshly prepared gourmet dinner menu with live on board entertainment. Transfers are included.

■ Dubai’s Top 5 | $182Visit Saga World, the only mall that compares to a museum, cruise on a traditional boat along the Mina Seyahi lagoon and Dubai Marina, drive to Palm Jumeirah, for a photo stop at Atlantis, The Palm Hotel, see the Musical Fountains, enjoy a buff et dinner at the Armani Hotel and take a trip to the observation deck of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.

Entrance Tickets Only■ Dubai Dolphinarium | $32■ Ski Dubai | $63■ Wild Wadi Aquapark | $84■ Aquaventure &

Lost Chambers | $88


Panorama Grand Bur Dubai 3★ $37 $66

Versailles Hotel 3★ $41 $82

City Max Bur Dubai 3★ $44 $75

Howard Johnson Bur Dubai 3★ $44 $87

Centro Al Barsha 3★ $48 $95

Arabian Park Hotel 3★ $50 $92

Landmark Plaza 3★ $66 $131Suite Novotel, Mall of Emirates 3★ $74 $148

Landmark Hotel 4★ $54 $107

Holiday Inn Downtown 4★ $56 $103

Golden Tulip Al Barsha 4★ $60 $108

Holiday Inn Bur Dubai 4★ $61 $113

Towers Rotana 4★ $61 $120

Hallmark Hotel 4★ $62 $123

Arabian Courtyard & Spa 4★ $63 $108

Flora Grand Hotel 4★ $63 $113

Mercure Gold 4★ $65 $113

Copthorne Hotel 4★ $68 $127

Carlton Tower Hotel 4★ $69 $126

Jumeirah Rotana 4★ $69 $138Sheraton Four Points Downtown 4★ $75 $132

Sheraton Four Points Sheikh Zayed Road 4★ $83 $148

Emirates Grand Hotel 4★ $89 $162

Al Khaleej Palace 4★ $95 $162

Novotel World Trade Centre 4★ $123 $226

Al Bustan Rotana 5★ $69 $137

Hilton Dubai Creek 5★ $92 $182

Park Regis Hotel 5★ $94 $165

Grand Hyatt Dubai 5★ $112 $222

Park Hyatt Dubai 5★ $136 $272

Fairmont Hotel 5★ $140 $243

Emirates Towers 5★ $141 $282

The Oberoi Dubai 5★ $154 $290

Sofi tel Downtown 5★ $159 $316

Kempinski Mall of Emirates 5★ $182 $325

The Address Dubai Mall 5★ $216 $396

The Palace Hotel Downtown 5★ $217 $396

Armani Hotel 5★ $370 $730



■ BAHRAIN

■ Manama

Delmon Hotel 4★ $39 $71

Gulf Gate 4★ $59 $95

Ramada 4★ $74 $117

Elite Resort & Spa 5★ $99 $197

Ramee Grand 5★ $135 $224

■ CYPRUS

■ Larnaca

Amorgos 4★ € 35 € 58Palm Beach Hotel & Bungalows 4★ € 50 € 73

Sun Hall 4★ € 54 € 85

Golden Bay Resort 5★ € 54 € 92

■ JORDAN

■ Amman

Al Dana Plaza 4★ $40 $79

Belle Vue 4★ $42 $82

Regency Palace 5★ $66 $124

■ Petra

King’s Way Hotel 4★ $67 $96

Petra Guest House 4★ $96 $173

Petra Marriott 5★ $131 $245


■ KUWAIT

■ Kuwait

Times Square Suite 4★ $42 $78

Continental 4★ $56 $98

Hawthorn Suites 4★ $59 $98

Ramada 5★ $95 $155

■ LEBANON

■ Beirut

Mayfl ower 4★ $36 $59

Grand Versailles 4★ $47 $85

Le Commodore 5★ $57 $112

■ OMAN

■ Muscat

Hotel Al Madinah Holiday 4★ $71 $111

Millenium Resort Mussanah 4★ $92 $183

InterContinental 5★ $134 $266

■ QATAR

■ Doha

Al Liwan Suites 4★ $47 $92

Ramada Encore Doha 4★ $54 $107

Copthorne 5★ $68 $119

St. Regis Doha 5★ $160 $282

InterContinental 5★ $196 $354


■ SAUDI ARABIA

■ Jeddah

Golden Tulip 4★ $40 $65

Movenpic Hotel 4★ $138 $235

Marriott 5★ $74 $146

■ Riyadh

Mira Hotel 4★ $77 $153

Hilton Garden Inn 4★ $99 $166

Ramada 5★ $72 $133

■ UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

■ Abu Dhabi

Kingsgate 4★ $43 $85

Aloft 4★ $46 $90

Le Meridien 4★ $71 $140

Hilton Capital Grand 5★ $70 $139

Rates are per person and include breakfast. Rates are based on lowest season from April to October 2015 and higher rates will apply during peak periods.

Rates are per person in USD, based on lowest season and valid from 1 April to 31 December


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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham 4★ $91 $182

Hilton Dubai the Walk 4★ $102 $204

JA Ocean View Hotel 4★ $124 $212

JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel 4★ $132 $223Double Tree by Hilton Jumeirah Beach 4★ $174 $348

Amwaj Rotana Jumeirah 5★ $99 $198

Habtoor Grand Spa Resort 5★ $101 $202

Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah 5★ $114 $228

Sheraton Jumeirah Beach 5★ $119 $209Grosvenor House West Marina 5★ $122 $243

Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa 5★ $134 $268


Dubai Marine Spa Resort 5★ $143 $243

JA Palm Tree Court 5★ $170 $299

Sofi tel Palm Spa Resort 5★ $192 $383Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort 5★ $193 $384

Fairmont the Palm 5★ $216 $431

The Ritz Carlton Jumeirah 5★ $225 $450

Waldorf Astoria Palm 5★ $228 $454

Rixos the Palm 5★ $243 $485

Zabeel Saray the Palm 5★ $247 $493

Anantara Dubai Palm 5★ $252 $503

Royal Mirage Arabian Court 5★ $260 $466

Royal Mirage the Palace 5★ $260 $466

Mina Salam Madinat 5★ $292 $584


Westin Mina Seyahi Resort 5★ $307 $610Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah 5★ $308 $616

Al Qasr Madinat Jumeirah 5★ $310 $620

Dar Al Masyaf Madinat 5★ $328 $656

Jumeirah Beach Hotel 5★ $329 $658

Four Seasons Jumeirah 5★ $348 $696

One & Only the Palm 5★ $355 $641

Atlantis the Palm 5★ $381 $761

Burj Al Arab 5★ $980 $1959

Many hotels o� er Early Bird

promotions. Ask us for

prices.


Please contact Travel Vision for latest prices and

specials available.All itineraries subject

to change without prior notice.

More itineraries available.

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Mediterranean & Middle Eastern cruises

Costa Cruises

Now more than ever, people are discovering the all-inclusive pleasures of a cruise vacation. Costa offers a cruise to suit

every taste and every budget. For variety, value and satisfaction, you haven’t lived until you’ve cruised! Our state-of-the-art cruise ships are fi lled with everything you need for an all-inclusive vacation. Your cruise fare includes your room accommodations, all standard meals, entertainment, onboard activities and much more. Mediterranean cruising holds the secret to the ideal holiday for everyone. Days of relaxation, discovering new places, sunshine, fi ne cuisine, crystal waters, sightseeing, gala dinners, midnight buffets, dancing shows, casino, gymnasium and spa treatments!

■ 11 Night Return to the Holy Land (Costa Pacifi ca)Sailing 28 Sep; 9, 20, 31 Oct & 11 Nov 2015.

Day Port Arrive Depart

1 Rome, Italy — 19h00

2 Savona, Italy 09h00 16h30

3 At sea — —

4 Katakolon, Greece 13h30 19h00

5 Crete, Greece 13h00 19h00

6 At sea — —

7 Ashdod, Israel 09h00 —

8 Ashdod, Israel — 19h00

9 Port Said, Egypt 07h00 09h30

Alexandria 19h30 21h00

10 At sea — —

11 At sea — —

12 Rome, Italy 09h00 —

■ 7 Night Sunshine Cities (Costa Fascinosa)Sailing Sundays from 3 May to 22 Nov 2015.


Sunday Savona, Italy — 16h30

Monday Rome, Italy 09h00 19h00

Tuesday Palermo, Italy 13h00 18h00

Wednesday Valetta, Malta 13h00 18h00

Thursday At sea — —

Friday Palma, Spain 13h00 19h00

Saturday Barcelona, Spain 08h00 13h00

Sunday Savona, Italy 09h00 —

■ 7 Night Greek Islands (Costa Deliziosa)Sailing Sundays from 10 May to 18 Oct 2015.


Sunday Venice, Italy — 17h00

Monday Bari, Italy 13h00 19h00

Tuesday Corfu, Greece 08h00 13h00

Wednesday Mykonos, Greece 15h00 23h00

Thursday Santorini, Greece 07h00 14h00

Friday At sea — —

Saturday Dubrovnik, Croatia 08h00 13h00

Sunday Venice, Italy 09h00 —

■ 5 Night Yellow Gold (Costa Fortuna)Sailing 13, 18, 23, 28 Oct & 2, 7, 12 Nov 2015.


1 Savona, Italy — 16h30

2 Rome, Italy 09h00 19h00

3 At sea — —

4 Barcelona, Spain 09h00 19h00

5 Marseilles, France 09h00 19h00

6 Savona, Italy 09h00 —


Explore the best of Europe – idyllic islands, magnifi cent beaches, historic sites and fascinating cultures. Sail from Rome, Venice

or Barcelona and wake up surrounded by the picture-perfect views of Santorini or the ancient monuments of Turkey or classical Italy. These cruises will ensure you make the most of your time in the Mediterranean. Aboard a Royal Caribbean International’s luxurious ship your vacation begins the moment you unpack in your superb accommodation, a stateroom so comfortable you may never want to leave it! But we think you’ll be tempted to venture out to enjoy all or some of the myriad daytime activities, not to mention the exciting nightlife options aboard, including some fabulous dining experiences.

When you’re onboard one of Royal Caribbean’s cruise ships, almost everything is taken care of, your accommodations, gourmet meals in dining rooms and cafés and snacks throughout the day, as well as 24-hour room service. All activities including the fi tness center, entertainment and the award-winning Adventure Ocean® Teen Programme, are all paid for. So, if you’re looking for incredible value, look no further – this is the vacation for you!

All this isincluded

on board.When you’re onboard one of Royal Caribbean’s cruise ships, almost everything is taken care of, your

Please contact Travel Vision for latest prices and

specials available.All itineraries and sailing dates subject to change

without prior notice. More itineraries

available.

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■ 7 Night Greece & Turkey (Rhapsody of the Seas)Sailing 12, 26 Jul & 9, 23 Aug 2015.


Sunday Rome, Italy — 17h00

Monday At sea — —

Tuesday Santorini, Greece 14h00 20h00

Wednesday Kusadasi, Turkey 07h00 17h00

Thursday Bodrum, Turkey 08h00 17h00

Friday Crete, Greece 07h00 15h00

Saturday At sea — —

Sunday Rome, Italy 05h00 —

■ 7 Night Mediterranean Greek Isles (Rhapsody of the Seas)

Sailing 19 Jul & 2, 16, 30 Aug 2015.


Sunday Rome, Italy — 17h00


Tuesday Santorini, Greece 13h00 22h00


Thursday Athens, Greece 06h00 18h00

Friday Katakolon, Greece 10h00 17h00


Sunday Rome, Italy 05h00 —

■ 7 Night Greek Isles & Turkey (Splendour of the Seas)Sailing alternate Saturdays from 23 May to 21 Nov 2015.


Saturday Venice, Italy — 16h30

Sunday Dubrovnik, Croatia 11h30 18h30


Tuesday Kusadasi, Turkey 09h00 19h00

Wednesday Santorini, Greece 07h00 17h00

Thursday Katakolon, Greece 10h00 17h00


Saturday Venice, Italy 06h45 —

■ 7 Night Greek Isles (Splendour of the Seas)Sailing alternate Saturdays from 30 May to 14Nov 2015.


Saturday Venice, Italy — 16h30

Sunday Kotor, Montenegro 14h00 20h00

Monday Corfu, Greece 09h00 15h00

Tuesday Athens, Greece 12h00 20h30


Thursday Argostoli, Greece 12h00 19h00


Saturday Venice, Italy 06h45 —

■ 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Allure of the Seas)Sailing Sundays from 24 May to 18 Oct 2015.


Sunday Barcelona, Spain — 19h00

Monday Palma de Mallorca, Spain 08h00 16h00

Tuesday Marseilles, France 09h00 18h00

Wednesday Florence, Italy 08h00 20h00

Thursday Rome, Italy 07h00 20h00

Friday Naples, Italy 07h00 20h00


Sunday Barcelona, Spain 05h00 —


Terms & Conditions 2015/2016■ Deposits:A non-refundable deposit of 20% of the cost of ar-rangements is required within 72 hours of the booking confirmation. (30% for cruises).

■ Final Payment:All reservations must be prepaid. Final payment is due six weeks prior to departure. This may vary in the case of cruises and certain other arrangements.In making payment you confirm that you have read and accepted these Terms and Conditions.Failure to remit final payment on due date will result in cancellation of reservations, forfeiture of deposit and may attract cancellation costs.

■ Late Booking Fees:Reservations made within 7 days of departure will be subject to a fee of R250 plus VAT. Once confirmed, these bookings will be subject to cancellation charges. Some bookings require full payment at the time of booking.

■ Amendments:An amendment fee of R250 plus VAT will be charged for each amendment made to confirmed reservations, in addition to any cancellation charges which may be applicable.

■ Cancellations:In the event of cancellation, which must be received in writing, charges will be determined at the time of cancel-lation. The following indicates the maximum charges that can be imposed:• Morethan6weekspriortodeparture:Depositforfeited.• Lessthan6weeksbutmorethan28dayspriortodeparture:60%ofthecosts.

• Within28to14daysofdeparture:80%ofthecosts.• Within14daysofdeparture:100%ofcosts.

■ Refunds:Whilstallvouchersareissuedontheunderstandingthatall services are non-refundable, refund applications may be considered only under the following conditions:• Cancellationoramendmentofanyhotelaccommo-

dation after departure can only be made directly with Travel Vision’s Suppliers.

• Proofofcancellationcanbesubstantiated:i.e.date,time, name and cancellation number.

• Claimsarereceivedinwritingnolaterthan30daysfollowing completion of services reserved and original vouchers are returned to Travel Vision.

Notwithstanding the above, no refunds on unused car rentals, attraction entrances, apartment reser-vations or package components will be considered.Subject to any additional charges levied by the service providers, any refund will attract a minimum charge of 10%ofthecostorthefirstnight’saccommodationineach city, whichever is the greater.

■ Important:Various service providers may impose special terms and conditions regarding deposits, payments, cancellation fees and/or refunds from time to time. All reservations would be subject to these additional conditions.

■ Vouchers and Itineraries:Mustbecheckeduponreceiptandallinaccuraciesre-ported to your travel agent. Travel Vision will not be liable for any inaccuracies after departure from South Africa.

■ Insurance:Westronglyadvisepassengerstotakeoutinsuranceat the time of booking, covering cancellation, medical expenses, loss of baggage and curtailment. Ask your ASATATravelAgentfordetails.Passengersareresponsiblefor their own insurance and Travel Vision will not be liable in the event of a passenger failing to take adequate insurance cover.

■ Costs:All costs in this brochure are based on tariffs and exchange rates at the time of publishing. All costs are subject to alteration in the event of fluctuations in tariffs and/or exchange rates. Until full payment is received your entire booking is subject to currency fluctuation/fuel surcharge increase.It should be clearly understood that the rates in this brochure include our administration, planning and operational expenses. All prices reflected are in respect of payment by cash only.It is an express condition that in any event, at the time of final payment, Travel Vision shall not be bound to accept payment if the actual costs vary from our brochure / Confirmation.Certain hotels may from time to time offer specially discounted rates for limited periods. These rates are not utilized in our programmes, and reservations can only be made direct with the hotel.

■ Hotels:OnallTours,PackagesandHotelReservations,therightisreserved to substitute hotels listed with others of a similar or higher category at no additional cost to the passenger.Hotelsundergorenovationsfromtimetotimeandtakeallpossiblestepstolimitdisruptiontotheirguests.Wewill not entertain complaints or refund requests if a hotel iscarryingoutrenovationswhilstaguestisresident.Hoteldescriptions featured in this brochure are based on cur-rent hotel guides and contractual agreements provided by suppliers. Any facilities supplied are subject to change at any time.Note: Check in time is usually late afternoon/early eveningandcheckoutmid-morning.Pricesquotedarean indication only, dynamic online rates available.

■ Travel Documents:The onus rests on the passenger to ensure that all their travel documents are in order. Travel Vision will not be held liable for any loss as a result of errors.

■ Possible Changes:The duration of the travel arrangements may have to be extended or curtailed owing to unforeseeable circumstances such as force majeure, adverse weather conditions and changes in transportation schedules etc. Any resultant expense shall be borne by the passenger and any saving refunded. Travel Vision and its service providers reserve the right to cancel any reservations prior to departure; in which event the entire payment will

be refunded without any further obligation. Travel Vision reserves the right to change requested ho-tels, apartments, cabins etc. to that of an equal or higher grade, even after departure from South Africa. Travel Vision is not responsible for any changes which occur subsequent to the publication of this brochure.

■ Flight Recon�rmation:It is the passenger’s responsibility to reconfirm all depar-ture dates and times of all flights at least 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of reservations by the airline.

■ Airline Responsibility:The airline concerned is not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time the passengers are not on board their aircraft. The passenger tickets in use by the airline, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the airline and the purchaser of these tickets and/or passenger.

■ Responsibility:TravelVision(Pty)Ltd(hereincalledtheCompany)cannotbe held responsible for any charges incurred abroad that appear on a passenger’s credit card, nor accept the responsibility of having any of these charges reversed or corrected upon the passenger’s return to South Africa.The Company, in making arrangements for transporta-tion, conveyance, hotel accommodation or any other service, acts as agents only and is not liable as a principle. Travel Vision does not own, manage, control or operate any transportation vehicle, any hotel or restaurant or any other supplier service.Bookings for the services provided by our suppliers will form a direct contract between passengers and the relevant supplier and will also be subject to the suppliers Terms and Conditions.Furthermore, the Company shall not be liable for any inju-ry, death, loss, damage, accident, delay or inconvenience, howsoever caused, during any journey, tour, residence or other facility arranged or booked by the Company. The Company is not liable for any failure to make satisfactory or any arrangements or booking, whether such failure is occasioned by any of its servants, agents, principals, sub-contractors or otherwise. Any loss or additional expense due to delays, changes or cancellations of air, rail, road, sea or any other service, strikes, sickness, theft, war, weather or other causes, will have to be borne by the passenger. In the event that you are not satisfied with any aspect of your arrangements, you must immediately inform our local supplier who will endeavour to resolve the issue at the time. If on your return you have a further complaint or query, you should notify your Travel Agent within 30 days of the original service. All information contained in the Travel Vision brochures/flyers/itinerar-ies/website/electronic media etc. are to the best of our knowledge and belief accurate at the time of publication, but Travel Vision accepts no liability for errors/inaccuracies that may occur.Refer to www.travelvision.co.za for any updates to terms & conditions.

Mediterranean and Middle East

Consult a Professional | Your ASATA Travel Agent:

Travel Vision (Pty) LtdPO Box 4779, Johannesburg 2000, South AfricaTelephone: (011) 408-8000 or 086 001 8020Telefax: (011) 782-7624Docex: 467 JHBE-mail: [email protected]: www.travelvision.co.za


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