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TOUR COLLECTION2007 Exclusive

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WELCOMEWhen it comes to planning a vacation, you can never underestimate the value of experience andfirst-hand knowledge. That’s exactly why the providers of AARP Passport created our 2007 TourCollection. Each tour operator featured in this catalogue has been carefully selected. They areamong the most respected operators in the travel industry and each maintains the highest standard of quality, affordability and service for AARP members.

In addition to exclusive AARP member benefits, these tours also include the unique features thatallow AARP members to truly experience a destination. From a day panning for gold in Alaska toflying a kite in Tiananmen Square, the features included in these vacations will ensure your trip willbe the experience of a lifetime.

With so many exciting destinations to choose from, the tours featured in this catalogue are just asmall sample of the fantastic trips offered by AARP Passport preferred providers - Globus, ColletteVacations, General Tours World Traveler, Norwegian Coastal Voyage, Untours, Viking River Cruisesand World on Skis.

For more detailed information about these tours or to make reservations, simply contact the touroperator directly. You’ll be connected to specially trained reservationists who will know the destination and be happy to assist AARP members with any special needs. For your convenience,each tour operator’s website and toll-free AARP member phone number are listed at the bottom ofeach page.

From the majestic sights of our national parks to the exotic cities of Asia and from the historicsites of Europe to journeys along the world’s great waterways, the AARP Passport 2007 TourCollection is sure to whet your appetite for travel.

Since space on these tours is limited, members should book early for the best rates and departuredates. So if 2007 is the year for that trip of a lifetime, discover the “trust in travel” that is the cornerstone of AARP Passport preferred providers.

We have organized this catalogue by color-coding each tour operator to assist you in selecting and planning your vacation.

Simply visit www.aarp.org/tours, visit each tour operator’s website or call thetoll-free number for the tour operator that is listed on the bottom of eachpage and you’re on your way to the vacation of a lifetime!

CONTENTS

California CoastThe Best of Eastern CanadaNational ParksShades of IrelandSoul of America’s SouthSouth Pacific Wonders

Bavaria at ChristmastimeCosta Rica ExplorerJapan SamplerJourney to the GalapagosSafari in KenyaYangtze Sampler

Best of Italy & CroatiaGreat Resorts of the Canadian RockiesImperial SplendorsMarian Shrines of EuropeSouth American EscapeSpectacular Alaska

Highlights of NorwayIceland & Greenland

China’s Cultural DelightsSwitzerland to Belgium

Alpine Ski AdventuresAlpine Ski Adventures

Tuscany Untour

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GENERAL TOURS WORLD TRAVELER

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NORWEGIAN COASTAL VOYAGE

VIKING RIVER CRUISES

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TRUSTED TRAVEL PROVIDERS

AARP MEMBER BENEFITSAARP MEMBER BENEFITS

When it comes to planning a trip to the world’s more exotic and far-away destinations, traveling with someone you trust is very important. That’s why the providers of AARP Passport have taken the guesswork out of choosing a tour operator.

The tour operators featured in the 2007 Tour Collection are among the most respected in the travel industry, each with a long history of planning and packaging travel programs to destinations around the world. Each of these tour operators adheres to a firm commitment to provide AARP members with the highest level of customer service, the greatest value and the most creative and memorable vacation experiences possible. While features and itineraries vary, these tour operators all have several things in common.

• Transportation, accommodations, sightseeing and dining included in these tours have been carefully selected by experts who really know the destination.

• The tour managers, drivers, hosts and local guides are experienced professionals who ensure your trip is a safe, educational and enjoyable journey.

• Friendly, enthusiastic and travel-savvy reservation agents are available to help plan your trip and customize any pre- or post-travel options.

• Volume purchasing power that ensures the most competitive prices. When compared to planning similar trips on your own, these tours are usually the most affordable way to experience a destination.

FLEXIBLE AIR TRAVEL

Each tour featured is available with specially discounted airfares on some of the world’s most popular airlines. Air add-ons areavailable from cities throughout the United States. Land-only tours are also available for travelers using frequent flyer miles orplanning their own air travel.

AARP MEMBER DISCOUNTSEach tour in this catalogue features a discount or benefit designed exclusively for AARP members. Just look for the AARP MemberTip icon on each page. Discounts range from $25 to $200 per person and are included in the prices stated in this catalogue.

AARP MEMBER BENEFITEach vacation includes anexclusive AARP member discount or benefit.

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GENERAL TOURS WORLD TRAVELERCelebrating 60 years as a pioneer in escorted, small ship and privately guided travel, General Tours World Traveler hasbecome wise in the ways of the world. That's why they are regarded by so many as one of America's best internationaltravel companies.

COLLETTE VACATIONS

TOUR OPERATORS

You can count on Collette Vacations for unique vacations, affordable prices and travel know-how. Because ColletteVacations has been in the travel business for 9 decades, traveling across all 7 continents, their buying power meansbetter quality and better value for you.

GLOBUSA world leader in escorted travel with over 75 years of experience, Globus has operations down to an art form. The only thing you'll have to worry about is enjoying yourself; after all, that's what a vacation is for. Globus brings travelers the perfect blend of must-see sights and one-of-a-kind experiences with more time on your vacation toenjoy a destination on your own.

VIKING RIVER CRUISESViking River Cruises offers discriminating travelers comfortable, affordable and all-inclusive river cruise vacationsalong the great rivers of Europe, Russia & China. Viking River Cruises itineraries allow you to explore fascinating destinations up close and in comfort.

WORLD ON SKISWhen you plan a trip with World On Skis you’ll be working with skiers just like you - who truly enjoy skiing the slopes ofthe world’s finest ski resorts. Their first-hand experience and unwavering passion enable them to custom design skipackages for every level and every budget.

UNTOURSA vacation with Untours is anything you want it to be and almost anywhere you want to go. It’s a tour without the bus.With Untours you select the accommodations and determine your own itinerary, exploring a destination at your ownpace and in your own unique way.

For more information or reservations contact each tour operator directly or visit www.aarp.org/tours.

NORWEGIAN COASTAL VOYAGESince the late 1800's Norwegian Coastal Voyage has been a lifeline along the west coast of Norway, carrying passengers, freight and cargo through the dazzling scenery of fjords, snow-capped mountains and picturesque towns. Today, the route is internationally known as "The World's Most Beautiful Voyage."

TOUR OPERATORS

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For reservations visit www.collettevacations.com/aarp or call 1-800-437-0241.

Escorted - 9 Days from $1,624* Land OnlyITINERARY

Join a local guide for a captivating tour of San Franciscoincluding the Twin Peaks, the Golden Gate Bridge andChinatown, with time to explore this world-class city on yourown. Then wind through the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountainsen route to one of Mother Nature's greatest masterpieces,Yosemite National Park with its amazing waterfalls, uniquerock formations and groves of sequoias. The park offers awealth of history, geology and wildlife. Embark on the famous 17-Mile-Drive along one of the most breathtakingcoastlines in the world and journey through the Big Sur Coastflanked by the Santa Lucia Mountains and the rocky Pacific.Tour Hearst Castle, with 127 acres of gardens, pools and walk-ways and then travel to the quaint Danish village of Solvang.Stroll through Solvang’s streets with its European shops andbakeries before departing for Santa Barbara. Famous for itsbreathtaking setting, Santa Barbara offers a dramatic mix ofmountains, beaches and islands. Continue your coastal jour-ney to Los Angeles and Graumann's Chinese Theatre and seethe popular Hollywood Walk of Fame. Arrive in the city of SanDiego known for its ideal climate, 70 miles of pristine beachesand first-rate attractions. After taking a downtown tour,explore this magnificent city at your leisure.

* Itinerary and price featured is for May 2007 – April 2008 and price varies bydeparture date. Rate is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARPmember discount. On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

Spectacular scenery, world-class cities and the wonder of Yosemite National Park.

AARP MEMBER DISCOUNTof $25 is included

WHAT’S INCLUDED• 8-nights accommodations• 5 breakfasts and 4 dinners• Sightseeing highlights

ACCOMMODATIONS• Sheraton Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco • Yosemite Lodges, Yosemite National Park• Beach Resort Monterey, Monterey• Royal Scandinavian Inn, Solvang• Sheraton Suites, San Diego

HIGHLIGHTS• Visit San Francisco and its world-famous attractions. • Explore Yosemite National Park and learn about its history,

geology and wildlife. • Savor the 17-Mile-Drive along the coast, one of the most

beautiful in the world.• Stroll through the magnificent gardens of Hearst Castle. • Enjoy the charming shops and spectacular views of Santa Barbara. • Find your favorite actor’s hand or footprints at Graumann’s

Chinese Theatre.• Join a local guide for a tour of San Diego then enjoy the city on

your own.

California Coast

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Escorted - 9 Days from $1,524* Land Only

The Best of EasternCanada

Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Kingston, Niagara Falls & Toronto.


WHAT’S INCLUDED• 8-nights accommodations• 8 breakfasts and 5 dinners

ACCOMMODATIONS• Hyatt, Montreal• Hotel Manoir Victoria, Quebec City• Marriott, Ottawa• Intercontinental Toronto Centre, Toronto

HIGHLIGHTS• Enjoy a scenic cruise of the spectacular 1,000 Islands region of

pristine Lake Ontario.• Visit the shrine at St. Anne de Beaupre and stroll the beautiful

grounds.• Witness the power of Mother Nature at spectacular Niagara Falls

and enjoy a guided tour.• Visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Officers Musical Ride

Center.• Toronto sightseeing tour.• Quebec City sightseeing tour.

ITINERARY

Elegant, historic cities, spectacular landmarks and delightfulcuisine combine for an incredible Canadian vacation. You'llbegin in Montreal with sightseeing highlights that includeNotre Dame Cathedral and McGill University as well as thescenic wonder, Montmorency Falls, the highest falls in EasternCanada. In Quebec City, your tour includes a drive past theChateau Frontenac, the Parliament and the St. Louis Arch andends at Place Royale, the site of the original settlement ofthe city of Quebec. In the beautiful capital of Canada,Ottawa, a panoramic tour includes views of the Rideau Canal,the Prime Minister's residence and the city's beautifulembassies. A short drive takes you to Kingston, gateway tothe breathtaking 1,000 Islands of the St. Lawrence River. Here you'll enjoy a relaxing, scenic cruise of Lake Ontario.Toronto introduces you to the many ethnic neighborhoods and commanding landmarks of this exciting, cosmopolitan city.

You'll also visit amazingNiagara Falls and enjoy avisit to the colorful FloralClock which contains15,000 - 20,000 plants inits 40-foot-diameter face.

* Itinerary and price featured is for May – October 2007 and price varies by departure date. Rate is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARP member discount.On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

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Your tour begins in Arizona, where you will enjoy a stay in theworld-famous resort town of Scottsdale. Visit the artists’colony of Sedona before stopping at the spectacular OakCreek Canyon. Arrive at the Grand Canyon and relax for anevening of fine dining at the Lodge, while taking in the magnificent views overlooking the Canyon. Travel to BryceCanyon National Park and then to Zion Canyon National Park.In sheer magnitude and color, Zion is very likely one of themost awe-inspiring parks in the world. A drive north takes youto Salt Lake City, the “City of the Saints.” Then travel to thecowboy-town of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. From Jackson Hole,pass through Grand Teton National Park. Later, arrive atYellowstone National Park for an overnight stay and visit theOld Faithful Geyser. Before turning in for the night in Sheridan,drive through the incredible Bighorn Mountains and the territory of the Great Sioux Nation. Visit the infamous MountRushmore and the Native American Cultural Center. Arrive atCuster State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota and joinyour fellow travelers for a farewell dinner.

* Itinerary and price featured is for May 2007 – October 2007. Price is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARP member discount. On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

Spectacular, inspiring and unforgettable.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 11-nights accommodations• 10 breakfasts and 7 dinners• Sightseeing highlights

ACCOMMODATIONS• Courtyard by Marriott, Scottsdale, AZ• Lake Powell Resort, Lake Powell, AZ• Grand Canyon Lodges, AZ• Zion Canyon Lodge or Zion Park Inn, UT• Sheraton, Salt Lake City, UT• Snow King Resort, Jackson Hole, WY• Grant Village or Snow Lodge, Yellowstone National Park, WY• Holiday Inn, Sheridan, WY• State Game Lodge or Best Western Buffalo Ridge, Custer, SD

HIGHLIGHTS• Visit five of our nation’s most breathtaking national parks

on one great tour.• Discover a world of color and light as you take a breakfast cruise

on beautiful Lake Powell.• Spend two nights in Salt Lake City.• Enjoy the vibrant town of Jackson Hole, Wyoming and its cowboy

entertainment.

National Parks

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Begin in Limerick and meet your fellow travelers for dinner at a medieval castle banquet featuring beautiful music, delicious food and traditional entertainment. Take a trip tothe spectacular Cliffs of Moher with stunning views of theAtlantic and the Aran Islands! Then travel to the limestone-rich region of the Burren and continue into Galway, “The Cityof Tribes,” to take a brief city tour. Enjoy a short, panoramictour of Limerick and see King John's Castle and Treaty Stone,while learning about the fascinating history of the "city of theviolated treaty." Experience the daily life of a traditional Irishfamily with a memorable visit to the Molanna Dairy Farm.Arrive in Killarney and take a time-honored Irish jaunting carride along the lakes of Killarney. Travel along one of the mostbeautiful coastal roads in the world, the Ring of Kerry, enroute to historic Blarney Castle. Pass through the mountainsof West Cork before arriving at the castle, where you have theopportunity to kiss the famous Blarney Stone. It is said thatthose who kiss the stone are bestowed with the gift of eloquence. Shop in the Blarney Woollen Mills before making avisit to Midleton Whiskey Distillery for a tour and tasting. Inhistoric Waterford, enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour,including the world-famous Waterford Crystal Factory. Thenexplore the medieval city of Kilkenny. Continue to a castle andenjoy an overnight stay with dinner. A short drive brings you toDublin to enjoy a sightseeing tour of this “Fair City,” includingthe world-famous St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Then relax or explorethe cultural offerings of delightful Dublin on your own. Your tripends with a fun-filled Irish evening complete with dinner and traditional entertainment.

* Itinerary and price featured is for February 2007 – April 2008 and pricevaries by departure date. Price is per person, double occupancy and includesthe AARP member discount. On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

Shades of Ireland

History, beauty and Irish life.


WHAT’S INCLUDED


ACCOMMODATIONS• Radisson SAS or Castletroy Park Hotel, Limerick• Killarney Avenue or Killarney Plaza, Killarney• Granville Hotel or Dooley’s Hotel, Waterford• Cabra Castle, Kingscourt (or similar) • Castleknock Hotel and Country Club, Dublin

HIGHLIGHTS

• Experience the Ireland of old at a medieval castle banquet. • Behold the spectacular beauty of the Cliffs of Moher.• Meet an Irish family during a visit to a working Irish farm.• Enjoy a fun-filled Irish evening complete with dinner and

traditional entertainment.• Travel the Ring of Kerry, one of the world’s most beautiful

coastaL routes.• Stay in a castle and delight in the pleasures of royalty.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED


ACCOMMODATIONS

• Chateau LeMoyne, French Quarter, New Orleans, LA • The Natchez Eola Hotel, Natchez, MS• Hilton Hotel, Lafayette, LA

HIGHLIGHTS

• Delight in a slice of Europe in the French Quarter of New Orleans.• Indulge in a delectable meal at the New Orleans School of

Cooking complete with culinary instruction on Creole and Cajun specialties.

• Enjoy the beauty of Bellingrath Gradens.• Embark on a Biloxi shrimping expedition.• Savor an elegant dinner at the Court of Two Sisters.• Visit Fancy Faces, a Mardi Gras mask factory.• Learn about the history of pre-Civil War town Natchez

on a guided tour.• Explore Cajun country, including the Jean Lafitte Cultural Center.

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Acquaint yourself with the city of great food and music: the“Jazz Capital of the World,” New Orleans. Savor dinner at theNew Orleans School of Cooking while Creole and Cajun expertsteach local specialties. Take in a taste of France in the FrenchQuarter with its beautiful architecture, antique shops andboutiques. Drive along Lake Ponchartrain and down majesticSt. Charles Avenue before ending your tour at the world-famous Café Du Monde for a beignet and café au lait. VisitAlabama’s Bellingrath Gardens, one of America’s most beautiful gardens and homes. Later, you are off on a realshrimping expedition, a 70-minute adventure navigated in thewaters between Deer Island and the Biloxi shoreline. Spendthe following day at your leisure culminating in an elegantdinner at the Court of Two Sisters, one of the city’s mostfamous restaurants. Afterwards, take a stroll to MaisonBourbon for a toe-tapping Jazz revue. Depart for Covingtonthe next day to visit Fancy Faces, a ceramic Mardi Gras maskfactory. Learn how each mask is molded, fired and hand-dec-orated and then create your own. Later, continue to Natchez,a town that captures the grace and elegance of the old southwith its many antebellum mansions. Then travel to Lafayette,the capital of Cajun country and the town immortalized inLongfellow’s epic poem, “Evangeline.” Enjoy a city tour, cruisealong the eerie bayous getting acquainted with the friendlyCajun people and discover their history and culture at the JeanLafitte Cultural Center. Visit Vermilionville, a Cajun/Creole heritage park where life in 18th and 19th century Acadiana isrecreated. Enjoy your final evening with dinner at Mulate’s,featuring Cajun cooking and great entertainment.

* Itinerary and price featured is for May 2007 – April 2008 and price varies bydeparture date. Price is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARPmember discount. On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

For reservations visit www.collettevacations.com/aarp or call 1-800-437-0241. AARP MEMBER DISCOUNT

of $25 is included

Escorted - 8 Days from $1,274* Land OnlyDelightful culture, antebellum mansions and the magic of the French Quarter.

Collette Vacations is donatingall profits from the 2007departures of this tour to theHurricane Katrina Relief Fundof the American Red Cross.

Soul of America’s South

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You begin in the beautiful victorian city of Melbourne whereyou join up with your mates for a welcome dinner. The nextday enjoy a tour of this fascinating city. Travel to PhillipIsland, a renowned nature reserve and home of the world’slargest colony of Little Penguins, a protected species. Fly toCairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Upon arrival,visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center. Board a highspeed catamaran for an exciting excursion to the GreatBarrier Reef. Relax on the beaches, or just watch the fish andsea turtles swim past from the pier. Depart for the excitingcity of Sydney and the evening is yours to explore it on yourown. The next day enjoy a city tour and guided tour of theSydney Opera House. Later, enjoy a fascinating opal presen-tation and learn how raw opals are processed. Travel to KoalaPark where you will see koalas in their natural habitat. Enjoy adinner cruise on Sydney Harbour followed by a performance atthe Opera House. Then leave Australia behind and fly to NewZealand where you will arrive in beautiful Queenstown. Enjoy acruise on Milford Sound and return to Queenstown for a day ofleisure. Enjoy a gondola ride to dinner at the SkylineRestaurant which overlooks Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu andthe mountains. Traverse the countryside to New Zealand’smost famous national park, Mt. Cook. Arrive in the historiccity of Christchurch and enjoy a tour of "the most English cityoutside of England." Dine with a New Zealand family and learnabout the customs of the “Kiwi’s” over a home-cooked meal.Then visit a Canterbury farmyard to take part in a sheep-shearing demonstration. Relax at the restored RiccartonHouse mansion as you dine and learn the history of the firstfamily of Christchurch. * Itinerary and price featured is for May 2007 – April 2008 and price varies bydeparture date. Price is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARPmember discount. On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

South Pacific Wonders

Australia and New Zealand, with an optional Fiji extension.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 13-nights accommodations• 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 7 dinners• Sightseeing highlights

ACCOMMODATIONS• Grand Mercure Swanston, Melbourne• Pacific International or Oasis, Cairns• Novotel Rockford Darling Harbour, Sydney• Mercure Resort, Queenstown• Rydges or Chateau on the Park, Christchurch

HIGHLIGHTS• Tour the beautiful victorian city of Melbourne.• Witness the captivating Little Penguin Parade on the nature

reserve of Phillip Island.• Explore Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. • Experience the magic of the Sydney Opera House. • Visit beautiful Queenstown. • Capture the scenery in the fjords of New Zealand on a cruise of

Milford Sound.• Traverse New Zealand’s most famous national park, Mount Cook.• Tour Christchurch, known as “the most English city outside of

England.”

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For reservations visit www.generaltours.com/aarpor call 1-800-858-0908


The Hilton Munich City Hotel is adjacent to the GasteigCultural Center and just a 10-minute stroll from the city center. This beautiful hotel is your home for six nights, as youdiscover the wintertime wonderland of southern Germany andAustria. Your holiday vacation begins in the company of yourfellow travelers at a festive Welcome Dinner. Throughout theweek, you’ll explore the Christmas markets of Munich,Salzburg and Prien Am Chiemsee with your tour host – aninvaluable source for shopping tips and insight into Europeanholiday traditions. Tour the historic city of medievalNuremberg and its renowned Christkindlemarkt, Germany’slargest and oldest Christmas market with traditions datingback to the early 1600’s. Enjoy a walking tour of Salzburg’sAltstadt (Old Town), the city’s picturesque, charming left-bank district and see the birthplace of Wolfgang Mozart.Then stop by the Domplatz – the beautiful town square nearthe city’s stunning Baroque Cathedral – for traditional holidayentertainment: a Christmas concert or perhaps a Nativity playperformed by local school children. Customize your holidayvacation with the excursion of your choice – discover thegothic and medieval monuments of historic Munich, ski in theGerman Alps or explore the smaller, hidden Christmas marketsof the city. Enjoy a full day journey to scenic Lake Chiemsee – set against stunning mountain peaks – and travelacross to the island of Prien, famous for its charming holidaydecorations and beautifully illuminated homes. You canextend your vacation with an add-on package to Prague oranother delightful European city.

* Itinerary and price featured is for limited November and December 2007departures. Price is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARPmember discount.

A legendary, magical winter wonderland.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• All on-tour transportation • 6-nights superior first class accommodations• 6 buffet breakfasts and 4 dinners

ACCOMMODATIONS

• 6 nights at the superior first class Hilton Munich City

HIGHLIGHTS

• Celebrate the season at a festive Welcome Dinner in Munich and explore the city’s colorful Christmas Market.

• Spend a free day in Munich on an included tour of your choice.• Discover the charms of Salzburg on a walking tour, including a

visit to Mozart’s birthplace. • Visit the magical town of Prien Am Chiemsee, set on an island,

and marvel at the beautiful homes decorated for the holidays. • Enjoy a full-day excursion to the Nuremberg Christkindlemarkt,

the largest and oldest holiday market in Europe

Bavaria at Christmastime

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Journey through Costa Rica to discover natural treasures, cultural wonders and historic monuments. The adventurebegins at Arenal – relax in the soothing hot springs of yourresort, enjoying views of this spectacular active volcano.Travel through the scenic central highlands to La PazWaterfall, a pristine cascade in the tropical rainforest, beforecontinuing to San Jose for a fascinating city tour, includingthe National Museum and National Theater. In the lush OrosiValley, visit historic 17th century churches and ruins in thecolonial town of Ujarras and then tour Cartago, founded in1563, to see the bustling city market and the revered Basilicade Nuestra Señora de Los Angeles. Visit the Dota CoffeeCooperative, annually producing more than 600,000 pounds offine mountain-grown coffee, before arriving for your 2-nightstay at the Savegre Mountain Lodge, host to the QuetzalEducation Research Center in a private 1,000 acre biologicalreserve. Join your naturalist guide for a hike through thelodge’s cloud forest to discover the diverse flora and fauna ofthis delicate eco-system. Journey onward to the remote andpristine Osa Peninsula and explore coastal mangrove swampsof the Sierpe River Delta, home to crocodiles, monkeys andnumerous bird species. Customize your vacation with theincluded excursion of your choosing: beautiful Caño IslandNational Park or spectacular Corcovado National Park. Visitthe unique Firestone Center for Restoration Ecology, hike inthe Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Reserve and visit a localschool in the town of Quepos. Your vacation ends with 3 nightsat Manuel Antonio, the crown jewel of Costa Rica’s nationalparks with beautiful ocean beaches, rocky headlands andforests rich with wildlife.

* Itinerary and price featured is for February 2007 – April 2008 and pricevaries by departure date. Price is per person, double occupancy and includesthe AARP member discount..

Costa Rica Explorer

Tropical rainforests, lush parks and vast wildlife reserves.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• All on-tour transportation and luggage handling • 12-nights accommodations• 12 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 8 dinners

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Superior tourist-class and first-class hotels and lodges

HIGHLIGHTS

• Experience a 2-night stay on the remote Osa Peninsula, home to Corcovado National Park – one of the finest in the world.

• A Freestyle day in Corcovado with your choice of pre-paid tour.• Spend 2 nights in Arenal with awesome views of the volcano. • Search for Quetzals in the cloud forests of the Savegre River. • Discover Costa Rica’s colonial heritage in the Orosi & Ujarras

Valleys. • Explore the mangrove swamps of the Sierpe River Delta by boat. • Spend 2 days exploring the rainforests and relaxing on the

beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park.

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Your fully-escorted journey begins in Tokyo with three nightsat the marvelous Keio Plaza Hotel, close to shopping, diningand entertainment. A private sightseeing tour includes thescenic Imperial Palace Plaza and the beautifully landscapedMeiji Shrine. Visit Asakusa Kannon Temple and shop for craftsand souvenirs in the bustling Nakamise Arcade. Leisure timeis provided for you to further explore Tokyo at your own pace;your tour escort is always available to assist with optionaltours and evening cultural performances such as Noh orKabuki. Journey southwest from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji before continuing to Hakone, one of Japan’s most popular hotsprings resorts, where you enjoy a peaceful overnight at yourresort, nestled in woods of fragrant conifers. Enjoy a cruise onscenic Lake Ashi followed by a cable car ride up imposing Mt.Komagatake. Savor a delightful Japanese dinner this eveningand then maybe unwind with a soothing visit to the onsen, aJapanese-style hot spring bath. Travel in speed and comfortaboard the Bullet Train to Kyoto, the cultural and spiritualheart of Japan. Enjoy 2 nights at the deluxe Rihga Royal Hotel,or select an optional one night stay at the lovely Yoshi-imaRyokan, a traditional Japanese inn with dinner, breakfast andtea ceremony included. Privately escorted sightseeing inKyoto includes the vermilion-hued Heian Shrine,Sanjusangendo Temple’s Hall of 1,001 statues of Buddha andKinkaku-ji Temple - the stunning Golden Pavilion. Touringcontinues in Nara, an ancient imperial city home to many ofJapan’s oldest and most revered temples and shrines. Visitmajestic Osaka Castle and end your tour with a restfulovernight at the Osaka Nikko Hotel.

* Itinerary and price featured is for March 2007 – April 2008 and price variesby departure date. Price is per person, double occupancy and includes theAARP member discount.

Explore ancient imperial cities and rich cultural traditions.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• All on-tour transportation including Bullet Train from Mishima to Kyoto and luggage handling

• 7-nights accommodations• 7 buffet breakfasts and 1 special dinner

ACCOMMODATIONS• First-class, superior first-class and deluxe hotels

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy private sightseeing tours throughout• See the Imperial Palace Plaza and Asakusa

Kannon Temple in Tokyo. • Have time to shop in the Nakamise Arcade. • Tour the beautifully-landscaped grounds of Tokyo’s Meiji Shrine. • Explore Nara, one of Japan’s exquisite ancient capitals. • Drive up Mt. Fuji for beautiful views and photo opportunities. • Take a cable car ride up Mt. Komagatake to enjoy the

incredible views.• Visit Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion, Heian Shrine and the Sanjusangendo

Temple with its hall of 1,001 Buddha statues.

Japan Sampler

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Escorted/Small Ship - 7 Days from $2,529* Cruise&TourITINERARY

Start your adventure with an overnight at the deluxe HiltonHotel in Guayaquil and then fly to Baltra Island in theGalapagos to board your deluxe ship. Settle in to your spacious and comfortable outside stateroom and set sail forscenic Dragon Hill on the island of Santa Cruz. Each nightafter an elegant dinner onboard, nightly briefings by theship’s staff of naturalists will educate and entertain, providing insight and information for the following days’activities. Your first morning in the Galapagos brings you toBartolomé for an invigorating hike to the island’s summit, forpanoramic views of Pinnacle Rock and other fascinating geological formations. Enjoy a refreshing lunch onboard asthe ship sets sail for James Island where a landing on the picturesque black sand beach is followed by a guided hike toFur Seal Grotto to see Sally Lightfoot Crabs, land iguanas andother wildlife. Each day of your cruise unfolds with newadventures on different islands. You can snorkel offFernandina Island to witness the rare spectacle of iguanasfeeding under water. As you make landing here, keep youreyes open for penguins diving off the rocks. Explore the spectacular coastal cliffs of Isabela Island, home to Blue-Footed Boobies, pelicans and Fur Seals. Go bird watching on North Seymour Island and then walk through lava tubes on Santa Cruz, with an opportunity to sight the raregiant tortoise. Explore San Cristobal Island before your returnto Guayaquil - where your adventure ends following a restfulovernight at the Hilton Hotel.

* Itinerary and price featured is for selected departure dates between March and December, 2007. Tour price and AARP member discount vary by departure date. Price is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARPmember discount.

Journey to the Galapagos

A Captivating Cruise&Tour.

AARP MEMBER DISCOUNTof $200 is included.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Naturalist-guided, all-inclusive cruise and tour on the deluxe MV Galapagos Explorer II

• All on-tour transportation including internal flights, luggage handling and Galapagos National Park fee

• 2-nights deluxe hotel accommodations and 4-night cruise• 6 buffet breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners

ACCOMMODATIONS• 2 nights at the deluxe Hilton Hotel in Guayaquil• 4 nights in outside suites on the deluxe MV Galapagos Explorer II

HIGHLIGHTS

• Take Galapagos shore excursions led by professional naturalists, with nightly onboard briefings.

• Hike to the summit of Bartolomé Island for a wonderful panoramic view.

• See the colonies of sea lions, land and marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, flightless cormorants, plus many more.

• Hike to the crater of Sierra Negra Volcano.

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Ever since Teddy Roosevelt’s famed 1909 hunting expedition in Kenya, the country has been synonymous with big gamesafaris. Rudimentary camps have given way to luxuriouslodges and digital cameras have replaced hunting rifles, butKenya still offers the quintessential safari experience. Beginyour adventure in Nairobi with an overnight at the historicStanley Hotel, host to world leaders and celebrities for 100years. Adventure awaits in Amboseli National Park, renownedfor stunning African vistas of rolling savannah against thebackdrop of towering Mount Kilimanjaro. Two nights here atthe Serena Safari Lodge include game drives to spot elephants, wildebeests and other wildlife. Then journey toMount Kenya National Park, with lunch en route at the HotelIntercontinental Nairobi. Settle in for an overnight at theSerena Mountain Lodge, nestled in a peaceful glade on theforested slopes of the country’s highest mountain. Relax onthe lodge’s verandah, or venture into the forest to see animals that come to the ancient watering hole nearby. Nextup is a 2-night stay at Sweetwaters Tented Camp, the epitomeof the luxury safari camping experience. Visit theSweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and enjoy game drives insearch of the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhino, elephant andCape buffalo. Continue to Lake Nakuru, famed for its enormous flocks of flamingoes. Following an overnight hereat Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, travel to Masai Mara GameReserve, situated in the Great Rift Valley. This is one ofKenya’s premier wildlife parks and morning and afternoongame drives during your 2-night stay are sure to be thrillingand memorable. Your African journey concludes in Nairobiwith dinner at the famed Carnivore Restaurant.

* Itinerary and price featured is for April 2007 – April 2008 and price varies bydeparture date. Price is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARPmember discount.

Premier national parks, superb game drives and quintessential African landscape.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• All on-tour transportation, transfers and luggage handling • 9-nights accommodations• 9 buffet breakfasts, 9 lunches and 9 dinners

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Distinctive hotels, lodges and tented camps

HIGHLIGHTS

• Services of professional safari guides and park rangers. • Enjoy game drives through Kenya’s premier national parks and

reserves in the comfort of 7-passenger landcruisers. • Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and the Giraffe

Center in Nairobi.• Enjoy the quintessential safari experience with 2 nights at a

tented camp in the beautiful Sweetwaters Game Reserve. • Cultural entertainment by traditional Masai dancers.

Safari in Kenya

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Escorted - 12 Days from $1,859* Cruise&TourITINERARY

Begin your China journey with 3 nights in Beijing at the centrally-located Jiangquo Hotel. Comprehensive sightseeingincludes treasures and monuments of the Ming Dynasty.Explore the Forbidden City and meet a traditional kite makerin Tiananmen Square. Tour the picturesque Summer Palaceand marvel at the Giant Panda exhibit at the Beijing Zoo. Afull-day excursion into the mountains north of Beijingincludes the spectacular Great Wall and the Ming Tombs, burial site of 13 Chinese emperors. Later, your expert guidewill reveal fascinating feats of Ming Dynasty engineering atthe beautiful Temple of Heaven. Then fly to Yichang to beginyour 4-night cruise up the mighty Yangtze River, enjoyingcomfortable outside staterooms aboard the deluxe VictoriaKatarina. Visit the immense construction site of the ThreeGorges Dam and sail through the dam’s 5-stage ship locks. Anincluded excursion explores Shennong Stream, one of theYangtze’s most beautiful tributaries. Relax in your stateroomor on deck as the ship sails through the spectacular ThreeGorges – dramatic scenery of river-carved channels and jademountain peaks. Disembark in Chongqing and fly to Xian for a2-night stay in the ancient capital. Tour the Terra CottaWarriors Museum and visit the excavation site of China’sgreatest archaeological discovery: thousands of life-sizedterra cotta soldiers, chariots and horses, all buried 2,000years ago to guard the tomb of China’s first emperor. Aninformative “White Glove Seminar” with staff at the XianMuseum affords opportunity to handle and examine ancientartifacts dating back thousands of years. Your journey endswith 2 nights in cosmopolitan Shanghai where you can cus-tomize your vacation with the sightseeing tour of your choice.

* Itinerary and price featured is for May 2007 – April 2008 and price varies bydeparture date. Price is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARPmember discount.

Yangtze Sampler

Beijing, a deluxe Yangtze River cruise, Xian and Shanghai.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• All on-tour transportation including internal flights and luggage handling

• 7 nights hotel accommodations and a 4-night cruise• 11 buffet breakfasts, 8 lunches and 4 dinners

ACCOMMODATIONS

• 7 nights in superior first class hotels and 4 nights aboard the deluxe Victoria Katarina

HIGHLIGHTS

• Discover the Forbidden City, Great Wall and Summer Palace.• Meet a master kite maker and fly a kite in Tiananmen Square.• Explore a Hutong by rickshaw and meet with a family in this old

Chinese settlement. • Take part in an exclusive “white glove seminar” examining

ancient relics in Xian. • See the magnificent Three Gorges of the Yangtze River on a

4-night cruise aboard the Victoria Katarina.

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For reservations visit aarp.globusjourneys.comor call 1-866-755-8580.


A 14-day dream-vacation! See all the major sights in Rome,Florence and Venice, such as St. Peter’s, the Sistine Chapeland Colosseum, Michelangelo’s David, St. Mark’s Basilica andthe Bridge of Sighs, then drive through Slovenia into Croatia.Stay for five nights in the “Adriatic Riviera”, one night inZadar and two nights in Split, with sightseeing includes theDiocletian’s Palace and Dubrovnik, with a visit to Rector’sPalace. Enjoy an overnight stay in the National Park of Plitviceand end in Zagreb, capital of Croatia. Here enjoy sightseeingincluding a visit to the magnificent cathedral and an entireday at leisure to browse through the shops or to visit one ofthe excellent museums or art galleries. Welcome and farewelldinners are included.*Rates are for departures from April 15 – October 7, 2007 and include theAARP Member Discount. Rates are based on double occupancy and subject toavailability.

Rome, Florence, Venice plus the Adriatic coast.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 13-nights accommodations• 13 buffet breakfasts; 8 dinners including a welcome dinner

in Rome and a farewell dinner in Zagreb

ACCOMMODATIONS• Villa Pamphili - Rome • Starhotels Tuscany - Florence• Holiday Inn at Marghera - Venice• Kolovare - Zadar• Marjan - Split• President - Dubrovnik• Jezero - Plitvice• The Westin Zagreb - Zagreb

HIGHLIGHTS

• Rome - Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing including headsets; visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

• Florence - Guided sightseeing including headsets; visit Michelangelo’s David, the cathedral and Signoria Square.

• Venice - Private boat ride; guided sightseeing including headsets; visit St. Marks Square and Basilica, Doges’ Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblowers’ demonstration.

• Zadar - Orientation.• Trogir - Orientation.• Split - Guided sightseeing, visit Diocletian’s Palace.• Dubrovnik - Guided sightseeing, visit Rector’s Palace.• Plitvice - Overnight stay in the National Park.• Zagreb - Guided sightseeing; visit the cathedral.

Best of Italy & Croatia

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A sampling of world-class resorts combined with exciting railjourneys highlights this 10-day vacation. Start off your adventure in Vancouver for sightseeing and free time. Arriveat Pacific Central Station and board your Rocky Mountaineertrain for a two-day, all-daylight classic rail journey from thePacific Coast to the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in Jasper, yourresort destination. After a narrated cruise to Spirit Island,enjoy leisure time in Jasper, strolling through the prettystreets and relaxing at Jasper Park Lodge with its spectacularoutdoor adventure opportunities. Journey through the IcefieldParkway and take a thrilling ride aboard a snocoach on theColumbia Icefield before arriving at the Chateau Lake Louisefor the night. Enjoy sightseeing in Banff and Yoho NationalParks, then arrive at the famous Banff Springs Hotel with timefor guided sightseeing and to explore on your own. Onward toCalgary, where you visit Fort Calgary and sightsee in Calgarybefore a farewell dinner with one of Western Canada’s mostpopular cowboy poets.

*Rates are for departures from April 20 – September 21, 2007 and include theAARP Member Discount. Rates are based on double occupancy and subject toavailability.

Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies

Awsome sights and spectacular resorts.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 9-nights accommodations• Welcome Reception; 9 American breakfasts; 2 lunches;

4 three-course dinners with choice of entrees, including a Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel - Vancouver• Determined by Rocky Mountaineer - Kamloops• Jasper Park Lodge - Jasper• Chateau Lake Louise - Lake Louise• Banff Springs Hotel - Banff• Westin Calgary - Calgary

HIGHLIGHTS

• Vancouver - Welcome reception; sightseeing.• Vancouver-Jasper - Journey on the Rocky Mountaineer.• Jasper National Park - Cruise Maligne Lake.• Jasper-Lake Louise - Snocoach ride on Columbia Icefield.• Banff National Park - Guided sightseeing; gondola ride up

Sulphur Mountain.• Calgary - Sightseeing; Fort Calgary; Globus Farewell Celebration

Dinner with cowboy poet entertainer.

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This is a magnificent 10-day journey through the formerHabsburg Empire. It visits five of Europe’s most intriguingcities, from Munich with its many historic highlights and theMarienplatz to the “Golden City” of Prague to visit 1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral and more.Travel via Bratislava in the Slovak Republic to Budapest inHungary and Vienna in Austria. In both Budapest and Vienna aLocal Guide will take you into the main cathedrals and inVienna enjoy and entire day at leisure, which gives you thepossibility to visit Schönbrunn Palace. Of course a romanticcruise on the Danube River is included before entering Soundof Music country on your way to Salzburg, where your guidedwalking tour includes Mozart’s birthplace.

*Rates are for departures from January 14 – December 15, 2007 and includethe AARP Member Discount. Rates are based on double occupancy and subjectto availability.

An old world symphony - Munich, Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 9-nights accommodations• 9 buffet breakfasts; 5 three-course dinners, including a

welcome and farewell dinner in Munich

ACCOMMODATIONS• Ambiance Rivoli or Le Méridien or Holiday Inn - Munich• Dorint Novotel Don Giovanni - City Centre Prague• Radisson SAS Beke - Budapest • Grand Hotel Mercure Biedermeier - Vienna• Renaissance - Salzburg

HIGHLIGHTS

• Munich - Welcome dinner; orientation including Marienplatz; farewell dinner.

• Prague - Guided sightseeing; Astronomical Clock; visit Hradcany Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral.

• Bratislava - Lunch stop.• Budapest - Guided sightseeing; visit St. Matthias Coronation

Church; picture stop at Fishermen’s Bastion.• Vienna - Guided sightseeing; visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral.• Danube Cruise• Salzburg - Guided sightseeing; visit Mirabell Gardens, St. Peter’s

churchyard and Mozart’s birthplace.

Imperial Splendors

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Visit some of Christianity’s most famous shrines on this unforgettable pilgrimage. In Lisbon enjoy guided sightseeingwhile visiting Jeronimos Monastery and the Church of St.Anthony. Afterward, depart for Fatima and while en route visitthe Church of the Holy Miracle in Santarém, site of a famousEucharistic Miracle. Then on to Fatima where you’ll visit OurLady of Fatima, where the Virgin Mary appeared to three children in 1917. Make your way to Santiago de Compostela,one of the top pilgrimage destinations during the MiddleAges. There, visit the cathedral where relics of St. James the Apostle lie behind the high altar. Travel along the ancient “Way of St. James” to Burgos where you’ll visit themagnificent cathedral. Continue along the Basque coast andarrive in Lourdes, where you will visit Our Lady of LourdesShrine and the birthplace of St. Bernadette and her familyhome. Cross the Pyrenees Mountains to Saragossa and visitSpain’s most famous Marian Shrine—the Basilica of Our Ladyof the Pillar, home to the miraculous image of the Virgin Mary.End your journey in Madrid with guided sightseeing and afarewell dinner. *Rates are for departures from April 11 – October 10, 2007 and include theAARP Member Discount. Rates are based on double occupancy and subject toavailability.

Marian Shrines of Europe

A pilgrimage to Christianity’s most famous European shrines.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 9-nights accommodations in First-Class hotels• 9 buffet breakfasts; 6 three-course dinners, including

welcome dinner in Lisbon and farewell dinner in Madrid

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Mundial - Lisbon• De Fatima - Fatima• Hesperia Peregrino - Santiago de Compostela • Almirante Bonifaz - Burgos• G.H. de la Grotte or Mercure Imperial - Lourdes• Silken Reino de Aragon - Saragossa • Husa Moncloa - Madrid

HIGHLIGHTS

• Lisbon - Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing; visit Jeronimos Monastery, the Church of St. Anthony and the St. Anthony Museum.

• Santarém - Visit the Church of the Holy Miracle.• Fatima - Walking tour including visits to the Our

Lady of Fatima Shrine and the Chapel of the Apparitions. • Santiago de Compostela - Visit the cathedral. • Burgos - Visit the cathedral.• Lourdes - Walking tour including visits to the grotto, the Our Lady

of Lourdes Shrine and to St. Bernadette’s birthplace and family home; bathe in the healing waters.

• Saragossa - Guided sightseeing; visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar.

• Madrid - Guided sightseeing; visit the Prado Museum; farewell dinner.

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Escorted - 9 Days from $2,089* Land Only(includes intra-tour flights valued at $610) ITINERARY

This 9-day Leisure Style vacation lets you explore two of thegreat cities of Brazil and Argentina at a relaxed pace. Yourtrip begins with a three-night stay in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.While here, visit Sugar Loaf Mountain, Corcovado Mountainand the cathedral, plus enjoy plenty of free time to relax,explore on your own, or join optional activities. Next, fly toIguassu Falls and witness the spectacular beauty of this natural wonder. Finally, spend three nights in Buenos Aires,the capital of Argentina. Enjoy guided sightseeing at theMetropolitan Cathedral and the Cemetery of the Recoleta, as well as a special farewell dinner featuring a tango performance. The romantic and cosmopolitan atmosphere ofthe “Paris of South America” is the perfect setting for theending of your unforgettable vacation.

*Rates are for departures from January 26 – December 7, 2007 and includethe AARP Member Discount. Rates are based on double occupancy and subjectto availability.

Rio de Janiero, Iguassu Falls and cosmopolitan Buenos Aires.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 8-nights accommodations• 7 American breakfasts; 3 dinners, including a welcome

dinner in Brazil and a special farewell excursion in Buenos Aires• All Intra-tour flights.

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Excelsior Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro• Bourbon Cataratas - Iguassu Falls • Sheraton Libertador - Buenos Aires

HIGHLIGHTS

• Rio de Janeiro - Welcome dinner, sightseeing with a Local Guide, visit Sugar Loaf and Corcovado Mountains and the Cathedral.

• Iguassu Falls - Sightseeing with a Local Guide on both sides of the falls.

• Buenos Aires - Walking tour, visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cemetery of the Recoleta, tango show and farewell dinner.

South American Escape

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From Anchorage to Fairbanks, see what the "Big Land" has tooffer on this 10-day vacation. Beginning in Anchorage, travelthrough the Matanuska Valley and over Tahnita Pass to theseaside port of Valdez, often called the "Switzerland ofAlaska." Board a boat for a cruise on Prince William Sound andalong the three-mile face of Columbia Glacier. In Alaska'ssecond-largest city of Fairbanks, enjoy panning for gold atthe Eldorado Gold Camp and cruising on the Chena and TananaRivers. Next, board the world-famous Alaska Railroad for ajourney through untamed wilderness to Denali National Park,where you will seek out grizzly bear, caribou, moose and otherinteresting wildlife during a wilderness expedition. Back inAnchorage, a cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park topsoff your journey to this spectacular region.

* Rates are for departures from May 19 – September 8, 2007 and include theAARP Member Discount. Rates are based on double occupancy and subject toavailability.

Spectacular Alaska

Majestic sightseeing in the “Big Land”.


WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 9-nights accommodations• 8 American breakfasts; 2 lunches; 4 dinners, including a

Special Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Inlet Tower Suites - Anchorage• Aspen Hotel - Valdez• Wedgewood Resort - Fairbanks • Denali Bluffs - Denali National Park

HIGHLIGHTS

• Valdez - Cruise Prince William Sound.• Delta Junction - Visit living history homestead.• Fairbanks - Pan for gold at El Dorado Gold Mine; cruise aboard

sternwheeler riverboat Discovery.• Fairbanks-Denali - Journey aboard Alaska Railroad.• Denali National Park - Attend Denali Dinner Theater; guided

wilderness tour.• Wasilla - Visit Iditarod Headquarters.• Anchorage - Sightseeing tour; Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner.• Kenai Fjords National Park - Cruise through Kenai Fjords National

Park.

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For details visit www.norwegiancoastalvoyage.us/aarp.aspFor reservations call 1-800-323-7436.

Independent - 12 Days from $2,899* Including Air, Cruise & TourITINERARY

Arrive in Oslo for the start of your 12-day adventure andspend 2 days exploring its many attractions. Take the BergenRailway on a breathtaking journey to Bergen, the capital ofNorway’s fjord’s district. Tour this historic city during the dayand embark on your coastal voyage in the evening. Sail at aleisurely pace along the fjord-filled coastline with a myriad ofwonderful stops en route including the beautiful Art Nouveautown of Alesund (between April 15 and September 14 all shipscall at Geiranger in the Geirangerfjord to see the beautifulBrudesloret, Friaren and the Seven Sisters Waterfalls.) Thentravel on to ancient Trondheim and walk the charming streets.Cross the Arctic Circle and head to the Lofoten Islands withtheir picturesque cabins on stilts. Stop at Tromso, the “Parisof the North,” and then Honningsvag, the capital of the NorthCape. Head east toward the picturesque fishing villages ofKjollefjord, Mehamn and Berlevag. Your voyage ends inKirkenes where you disembark and fly to Oslo for departure.

* Itinerary and price featured is for January –December 2007 andprice varies by departuredate and cabin category. Price is per person, double occupancy and includesthe AARP member discount. Airfare is fromNew York. Add-on faresfrom other US citiesavailable. Price does notinclude air taxes or fuelsurcharges.

Experience the ease and convenience of a guided tour while traveling on your own.

AARP MEMBER DISCOUNTof $100 per cabin.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Accommodations in first-class hotels with buffet breakfast and accommodations in select cabin category on board a Norwegian Coastal Voyage ship

• Roundtrip economy class transatlantic airfare from New York; train and plane journeys on itinerary; three meals daily shipboard; other meals as indicated; port charges; the Oslo Card; the Bergen Card; train transfers between Oslo Airport and Oslo Central or the National Theater; bus transfers in Bergen

ACCOMMODATIONS• 6 nights aboard one of Norwegian Coastal Voyage’s fabulous ships• 3-night first-class hotel accommodations

HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the exciting cities of Oslo and Bergen.• Take a breathtaking Norweigian coastal voyage with all the

comforts of a cruise ship.• Enjoy the spectacular Norwegian landscape, ranked a world’s

top destination by National Geographic Traveler magazine.

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Escorted - 12 Days from $4,073* Including Air, Cruise & TourITINERARY

Fly to Reykjavik, Iceland for a 2-day stay and visit its outstanding museums, shops and restaurants. Take advantage of the many excursions offered including trips toVatnajokull, Europe’s largest glacier and Lake Myvatn, alunarscape of lava formations, sulfur pits and boiling mudpools. Fly to Kangerlussuaq, teeming with wildlife, arcticfoxes, reindeer and musk oxen. Then board the MS Fram for afabulous cruise beginning with an orientation lecture. You’lllearn about the Inuit culture, see spectacular icebergs, varieties of whales and seals and abundant bird life and arctic flora. After a demonstration of Inuit kayak hunting,stop at Sisimiut for a walking tour. Return for an evening talkon Greenland. Move on to Qeqertarsuaq, settled in the late18th century as a Danish whaling colony. Explore the townand return to the ship for an evening lecture on the ArcticStation’s study of local flora and fauna. Visit the towns ofUummannaq and Ukkusissat and move on to Eqip Sermia. Ifyou’re lucky you’ll see the awesome glacier “calve” icebergs.Sail on to Ilulissat, the metropolitan center of Disko Bay,where you’ll see enormous icebergs from the JakoshavnGlacier, the most active “calver” in the world. Then cruise upthe “Eternal Fjord” with its 6,000-foot-tall glacial cliffs andhike to the icecap. After a farewell brunch on the ship, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Reykjavik.Depart the following day.

* Itinerary and price featured is for June - August 2007 and price varies bydeparture date and cabin category. Price is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARP member discount. Airfare is from New York. Add-onfares from other US cities available. Price does not include air taxes or fuelsurcharges.

Iceland & Greenland

An expedition and extraordinarily-scenic coastal cruise.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Roundtrip economy class transatlantic airfare from New York on Icelandair; charter flight between Reykjavik and Kangerlussuaq

• Accommodations in first-class hotels• Accommodations aboard ship in select cabins• Transfers: arrival in Reykjavik and departure from Kangerlussuaq • Meals: 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners

ACCOMMODATIONS• First-class hotels• Select category of cabins aboard the MS Fram

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy an 8-day cruise along Disko Bay.• Experience extraordinary icescapes, landscapes and wildlife.• See tremendous glaciers, including Jakoshavn, the most active

“calver” in the world. • Interact with the people, descendants of Vikings and Inuits.• Attend lectures on Inuit culture, Greenland and its local flora

and fauna.• Stop at a variety of charming towns and villages.• Visit Reykjavik, Iceland, a vibrant capital known for its

geothermal mists.

For details visit www.norwegiancoastalvoyage.us/aarp.aspFor reservations call 1-800-323-7436.

AARP MEMBER DISCOUNTof $150 per cabin.

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For reservations visit www.vikingrivercruises.com/aarpor call 1-800-304-9646.

Escorted/Small Ship - 16 Days from $3,179* Cruise & TourITINERARY

Arrive in Beijing, China’s imperial capital and visit TiananmenSquare and the Forbidden City. Tour the Summer Palace andenjoy an evening performance of the Peking Opera. Visit theGreat Wall and Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs. Take a Hutongrickshaw tour and visit a silk carpet workshop. Fly to Xian intime for the Tang Dynasty dinner show. Then visit the TerraCotta Army, one of China’s great archaeological sites and flyto Chongqing to board your ship. Relax while you enjoy thescenic cruising to Snow Jade Cave and then wind your waythrough the spectacular limestone cliffs known as LesserThree Gorges before sailing on to Three Gorges Dam. VisitJingzhou, a rural village where Viking River Cruises has built anelementary school. Here you’ll be warmly greeted by the localchildren. Stop at Dongting Lake to see Yue Yang Tower andenjoy tea. Then visit Wuhan and travel on to Jingdezhen tospend the day at the Ceramic History Museum. Experience Mt.Jiu Hua, one of the four sacred Buddhist mountains. Travel onto Nanjing, China’s ancient capital, for a morning tour andthen visit Suzhou, nicknamed “the Venice of the East” for itsintricate canal system. Tour a silk factory and Fisherman’sGarden. Move on to Shanghai, China’s largest city and one ofthe world’s most important ports. Tour the city including theShanghai Museum and the old town. Spend your final eveningat a Chinese acrobatic performance. You will be escorted tothe airport by your Viking River Cruise guide, or you maychoose to complete your vacation with 3 nights in Hong Kongand 1 night in Guilin.

NOTE: The cruise is also available from Shanghai to Beijing.

* Itinerary and price featured is for April - September 2007 and price varies bydeparture date and cabin category. Price is per person, double occupancy.

Cultural delights from Beijing to Shanghai with a cruise on the Yangtze.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 9-night Yangtze River cruise aboard the new Viking Century Sun• 6-nights hotel accommodations• 19 tours with English-speaking guides• 15 breakfasts, 14 lunches and 14 dinners • Cultural highlights: Peking Opera, Peking Duck Dinner, Tang

Dynasty Dinner Show, Chinese acrobatic performance• Escorts from airport arrival to departure• All intra-China flights and appropriate hotel/airport/ship transfers

ACCOMMODATIONS• Balcony cabin on board new Viking Century Sun cruise ship• 5-star hotels: 3 nights in Beijing, 1 night in Xian,

2 nights in Shanghai

HIGHLIGHTS

• Yangtze River cruise.• Peking Opera, Peking Duck Dinner, Tang Dynasty Dinner Show,

Chinese acrobatic performance, fascinating museums and archaeological sites.

• Visit a local school and meet the village children.

AARP MEMBER BENEFIT$50 Onboard Credit

China’s Cultural Delights

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For reservations visit www.vikingrivercruises.com/aarpor call 1-800-304-9646.

Escorted/Small Ship - 13 Days from $2,999* Cruise & TourITINERARY

This 12-night cruise visits 5 countries along the legendaryRhine River. Start your journey in fascinating Basel,Switzerland and discover Germany’s enchanting Black Forestregion. Take a tour of the European Parliament in Strasbourg,France and explore the old section of this city called “PetitFrance.” In Germany sail through castle-dotted landscapesas you explore the Rhine’s famous wine region. TourHeidelberg Castle, a magnificent ruin that overlooks theNeckar River Valley. Stop in quaint Rudesheim where you’lltake in the night life and taste some excellent Rhine Valleywines. After arrival in Braubach, tour 700-year old MarksburgCastle. Then move on to the jewel of the Rhine, Cologne. Take a tour of the magnificent Gothic cathedral and visit abrewery for a tour and tasting of the local beer. Journey on toArnhem and visit the Dutch Royal family’s summer residence,Paleis Het Loo. Then travel to the Netherlands where you’llexperience Amsterdam’s picturesque canals by boat. Visitfabulous museums and see the works of Dutch masters suchas Rembrandt and Vermeer. You’ll take a motor coach to acheese farm to learn about the age-old traditions of Dutchcheese-making and then continue on to Gouda, world-renowned for its red-coated cheese. Stop in Delft, known forits famous blue and white pottery. Then continue to Belgiumand discover the rich history of the city of Brugge. Spend yourfinal evening docked in Antwerp with time to enjoy the city.After disembarking, you have the option to extend your staywith 3 additional nights in Paris.

* Itinerary and price featured is for April - December 2007 and price varies bydeparture date and cabin category. Price is per person, double occupancy.

Switzerland to Belgium

Featuring the Treasures of the Rhine.

AARP MEMBER BENEFIT$50 Onboard Credit

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 12-night cruise with river-view cabin• 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches and 12 dinners• 12 tours with private English-speaking guides• Demonstrations, lectures and Dutch folkloric entertainment

ACCOMMODATIONS• Viking Sun cruise ship with river-view cabin

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise on the Viking Sun with a river-view cabin to 5 European countries.

• Visit Basel, Switzerland, one of the most important cultural cities in Europe.

• Discover Germany’s Black Forest region.• Visit the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France.• Visit the Rhine’s famous wine region.• Enjoy visiting the Dutch Royal family’s lavish summer

residence, Paleis Het Loo.• Visit the Netherlands and Amsterdam’s beautiful

canals and museums.• Stroll through Brugge on a walking tour of this medieval city.

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For reservations visit www.worldonskis.com/aarp or call 1-866-613-5597.

Cortina D’AmpezzoIndependent - 7-Nights from $3,150Dolomiti Interlude. March 10/17, 2007

Hotel Cristallo 5 Stars

The Hotel Cristallo is an exclusive place that offers the service of a five star hotel and represents an oasis. Our guests can discover a state-of-the-art environment in the center dedicated to those who want to maintain an active daily life or return to practicing any sport at maximum efficiency. Alsolocated here is Transvital, the prominent Swiss center devoted to beauty, specializing in personalized face and body programs for men and women in a totally relaxing environment. This andmuch more, is the Cristallo. Reserved to the finest relax connoisseur and the best sport athletes.

Package includes:• 7-nights hotel accommodations in a Superior Room in

double occupancy.• Buffet breakfast and dinner daily at your hotel.• Round trip transfers from Venice Airport to Cortina via

shuttle service (Private Transfers available on request).• Hotel taxes and service charges.

* Price quoted is per person, double occupancy and includes the AARP member discount.


ZermattIndependent - 7-Nights from $2,610The Ultimate Swiss Resort.March 10/17, 2007

Seiler Mont Cervin Palace Hotel 5 Stars

The Mont Cervin Palace is a traditional deluxe alpine hotel andlongstanding member of the Leading Hotels of the World. The hotelwas opened in 1851 and taken over by Alexander Seiler in 1857.Since then it has been acknowledged as the flagship of the SeilerGroup. Located right in the center of the mountain village ofZermatt, the Mont Cervin Palace is only a 5-minute walk from therailway station. Sports and souvenir shops, hairdresser, ski schooland the mountain guide office are all nearby.

Package includes:• 7-nights hotel accommodations in a Superior Room

in double occupancy.• Buffet breakfast and dinner daily at your hotel.• Round trip 2nd class transfers via rail from Geneva Airport to

Zermatt (upgrade for first class rail available).• Hotel taxes and service charges.

* Price quoted is per person, double-occupancy, land-only and includes the AARPmember discount.

Additional departure dates available at a widerange of ski destinations throughout Europe,Canada, USA and South America.

Alpine Ski Adventures

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For reservations visit www.worldonskis.com/aarp or call 1-866-613-5597.

CourchevelIndependent -7-Nights from $2,620The World’s Largest Ski Area in the French Alps. March 10/17, 2007

Hotel Le Lana 4 Star Superior

The Le Lana Hotel is situated in town and next to the areas best shops; it is easily accessible to Courchevel’s wonderful ski slopes. The interior of Le Lana seamlessly extends the snugambience of this winter haven: each of the guestrooms & suitesis individually decorated, blending fabrics, furniture and modern services into snug, Alpine residences. You may caressyour ski bruises in the hotel's indoor swimming pool & sauna,before enjoying Le Lana’s wonderful dining room that specializes in local cuisine.

Package includes:

• 7-nights hotel accommodations in a Standard Room in double occupancy.

• Buffet breakfast and dinner daily at your hotel.• Round trip transfers from Geneva Airport to Courchevel 1850

via shuttle service (Private Transfers available on request).• Hotel taxes and service charges.


Alpine Ski Adventures


AustriaIndependent - 7-Nights from $2,585Austrian Getaway Lech, Austria.March 10/17, 2007

Sporthotel Kristiania 4 Star Superior

The Kristiania embodies the magnificent union of precious alpinetraditions, modern technology and a contemporary perspective onliving and lifestyles. You do not only rent a room at the Kristiania,but your own private art collection. They care about their guestsneeds and well-being. They are deeply committed to the privacy oftheir guests because they want them to feel at home during theirstay at the Kristiania. The Sporthotel Kiristiana wants to make yourstay at the Kristiania an unforgettable experience.

Package includes:• 7-nights hotel accommodations in a Deluxe Room in

double occupancy.• Buffet breakfast and dinner daily at your hotel.• Round trip transfers from Zurich Airport to Lech via shuttle

service (Private Transfers available on request).• Hotel taxes and service charges.


World on Skis offers special airfares on selectedairlines in conjuction with any ski package.

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For reservations visit www.untours.com/aarpor call 1-888-868-6871.

WHAT’S INCLUDED• 14 nights in a fully furnished vacation rental (chalet, cottage,

farm house or city flat)• Round-trip airfare from New York • Transfer from the airport to Untours accommodation• Ground transportation (train pass, city transit tickets or car rental)• On-site English-speaking support

HIGHLIGHTS• Live in a country instead of just traveling through it• Stay in your own private apartment in a great central location.• Get all the “insider” details from the staff onsite. They’ll tell you

about local festivals, which days are market days and give you tips on mastering driving, public transportation and anything else that will make your trip stress-free

• Feel confident traveling with the company who has been helping people experience Europe since 1975

ITINERARYWith Untours you are free to do what you want, where you want - when you want. They provide the support so you can plan your own itinerary.Activity Possibilities on the Tuscany Untour:

• Attend a lively orientation with other Untourists on a scenic farm. Learn the ins and outs of Italian driving, what festivals and markets are taking place during your stay and get all your questions answered.

• Explore at your own pace one of the many hill towns just a short drive away including Montalcino, Pienza, Montepulciano and San Gimignano.

• Take day trips to Florence, Siena and Pisa.• Visit the famous Monte Oliveto Abbey with other Untourists for a

personal tour of the amazing frescoes and exchange stories with your fellow travelers over a gourmet lunch afterwards.

• Relax at “home” by your pool, surrounded by Brunello vineyards and endless stretches of rolling Tuscan hills.

* Price is for departures on 3/28/2007. See website for additional dates and prices. Priceis per person based on double occupancy and includes the AARP member benefit. Airfare is from New York. All taxes known at the time of printing are included in price listed. Add-on fares from other US cities are available.

Untours offers accomodations for the independenttraveler throughout Europe.

Destinations: Austria (Salzburg & Vienna), Budapest,Croatia*, France (Alsace, Corsica*, Dordogne*,Normandy*, Paris, & Provence), Germany (Rhine &Bavarian Castle), Greece (Corfu*, Crete*, Nafplio, &Santorini*), Holland, Italy (Amalfi Coast*, Le Marche*,Rome, Sardinia*, Sicily, Tuscany, Umbria, & Venice),Prague, Spain (Andalusia, Barcelona*, & Madrid*),Poland*, Slovenia* and Switzerland.*These destinations are offered at special prices without on-site supportservices. For more information visit www.therightvacationrental.com/aarp.

All properties are clean, comfortable middle-classdwellings personally selected for their close proximityto the highlights of the region.

Sample Properties:• Switzerland’s Gasser-Müggler apartment: spacious,

next to lake, gorgeous views, close to train station.

• Tuscany’s Le Chiuse apartments, built on a Brunello vineyard with fantastic views of the Tuscan countryside yet close to the major sites of the region.

• Greece’s Poppy apartment in Nafplio on the Peloponnese. Spacious with three balconies; located in the center of the harbor town.

• Paris’s Martyrs apartment, a cozy flat with character, situated on the street bearing its name, now one of the trendiest, liveliest streets in Paris.

For full details on these and hundreds of other properties, visit www.untours.com/aarp.

Get off the bus and get into a culture with Untours®

Hosted - 14 Days from $2,319* Air & Land

AARP MEMBER BONUSWorld Breakfast Basket

Tuscany Untour

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

These terms and conditions are general. Each tour operator featured in this brochure has its own more complete terms and conditions which are available at the time of purchase. To review each tour operator’s complete terms and conditions beforeyou book a trip, please contact the tour operator directly via its website or toll-free phone number which is listed at the bottom of each page of this catalogue. Complete terms and conditions will also be sent to you with your initial confirmation.

Prices:Prices listed in this brochure are per person in U.S. dollars and based on double occupancy of rooms/cabins. Triple occupancy prices and single supplements may be available upon request. All prices stated are subject to availability at thetime of booking. Prices for departure dates other than those stated in this brochure may be available at a slightly higher price.All tour prices stated include an AARP member discount or benefit. Unless stated otherwise, the tours featured in this catalogue that include airfare do not include airline or government imposed taxes, fees and surcharges of up to $145.00 per person.

Deposit and Payment Requirements:A deposit of between $200 and $400 per person is required at the time of booking and varies by tour operator and by destination.Final payment is due between 60 and 90 days prior to departure and also varies by tour operator and by destination.

Cancellation and Changes:Cancellation penalties and change fees will apply from the time of initial deposit. Change fees vary by tour operator.Cancellation penalties may be up to the full amount of the deposit or the full cost of the vacation. Cancellation policies ofeach tour operator will be provided to you at time of booking.

Travel Insurance:Each tour operator featured in this brochure offers travel insurance and/or trip protection plans in conjunction with eachtour. It is recommended to purchase travel insurance and/or protection options at the time you book your trip as some plansmay not be available post-purchase. Insurance and protection plans vary by tour operator and can cover items such as trip cancellation/interruption, trip delay, medical expenses, emergency evacuation, baggage protection and more.

Responsibility:AARP and AARP Services Inc. are not responsible for rate and inventory discrepancies due to technical and human errors. Alltours are subject to availability, vagaries of tour variation, work stoppages and schedule or route changes. Not responsible forany unforeseen circumstances, last minute cancellations, or itinerary changes made by individual tour operators.

Passengers are responsible for obtaining all proper travel documentation, including any necessary travel visas or any kind of other travel documentation required to travel internationally (if international travel is involved). It is the traveler’s responsibility to travel with the required documents. No refunds will be made if improper documentation results in deniedboarding or entry. Purchasers must be an AARP member and a legal resident of the United States or Canada to book andtravel on a Tour Collection vacation.

Neither AARP nor AARP Services Inc. are responsible for technical, hardware, software, or telephone failures of any kind, lostor unavailable Internet connections, or failed, incomplete, garbled, or delayed computer transmissions that may limit aparticipant's ability to take part in this program.

By participating in this program, passengers agree to be bound by these Official Terms and Conditions. Program is void whereprohibited and subject to federal, state and local laws.

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AARP MEMBER BENEFITS

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The tour operators featured in thiscatalogue are among the most respected in the travel industry.• Transportation, accommodations, sightseeing and dining included in these

tours have been carefully selected by experts who really know the destination.

• The tour managers, drivers, hosts and local guides are experienced professionals who ensure your trip is a safe, educational and enjoyable journey.

• Friendly, enthusiastic and travel-savvy reservation agents are available tohelp plan your trip and customize any pre- or post-travel options.

• Volume purchasing power ensures the most competitive prices. When compared to planning similar trips on your own, these tours are usually the most affordable way to experience a destination.

• Each tour featured is available with specially discounted airfare on some of the world’s most popular airlines.

• Special discounts and benefits are available exclusively for AARP members.

www.aarp.org/tours

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