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Welcome to our brand new, summer 2011 selection of Air, Cruise

and Activity Holidays. Designed for those of you who want to

see a little more and do a little more on your holidays – you’ll

find in these pages a wonderful range of worldwide tours to choose

from – all with Door to Door home pick ups. We’ve made sure the

hotel standards are high and that the itineraries make the very best

of your time.

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Our Summer 2011 brochure offers an amazing variety ofcoach holidays – with 80 different destinations, rangingfrom 2 days, right up to 10 days duration.

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HOLIDAY TRAVEL INSURANCEOur popular insurance cover is recommended and is tailored to suitthe needs of our passengers. You will find the costs detailed in the‘Additional Information’ section of each holiday. Please note that it isa requirement that all passengers are insured.Our travel insurance is extensive and straightforward – there areno age restrictions and no automatic health screening – thisapplies to UK, overseas coach holidays and European cruises.For worldwide tours a simple health check procedure is operated.

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Johnsons DeparturesThese holidays all fullyescorted throughout by aJohnsons Tour Manager.

Shared DeparturesTo enable us to offer anextensive range of long hauldestinations, we are pleased to offer various holidays on a‘shared departure’ basis. These holidays are operated byCollette Worldwide Holidays on our behalf and are fullyescorted throughout by a Collette Tour Manager and localguides where applicable.

CRUISE HOLIDAYSFrom the spectacular colourof the Dutch Bulbfields or theNorwegian Fjords to thebreathtaking monuments ofMoscow and St Petersburg,our cruise partners arecarefully selected to ensure that we offer the best quality,but with a comfortable atmosphere and friendly service.

ACTIVITYHOLIDAYSFor those of you looking for aholiday which will introduceyou to new themes andexperiences, then the varietyoffered in our Activity holidayssection could be just what you are looking for!

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Wewon ‘UK Coach Operator of the Year’At the 2010 Annual UK Coach Awards we were voted ‘CoachOperator of the Year’ in our category. Then we went on to winthe all category, overall award of ‘UK Coach Operator of the Year’.It’s great to see our efforts recognised by our peers!

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Date Days Destination PageDate Days Destination Page

AugustThu 18 – Sun 21 August 4 Proms Spectacular at Castle Howard 25Sat 20 – Thu 25 August 6 The Titanic Trail 22

SeptemberSat 3 – Mon 12 September 10 AIR/CRUISE Russian River Cruise 19Sat 10 – Mon 19 September 10 AIR Trains of the Colorado Rockies 8Wed 21 September – Sat 1 October 11 Medieval Rhapsody 23Sun 25 September – Sun 2 October 8 AIR Dubrovnik, Croatia & Montenegro 15Fri 30 September – Tue 4 October 5 Chateaux, Chocolate & Champagne 22

Octobe rSat 1 – Sun 9 October 9 AIR Sicily & The Magical Aeolian Islands 12Wed 12 – Sun 23 October 12 AIR The Best of China 9Tue 11 – Tue 18 October 8 AIR Rome, Capri & The Amalfi Coast 13Fri 14 – Tue 18 October 5 D-Day & The Battle of Normandy 20

NovemberMon 14 – Tue 22 November 9 AIR Jordan, Petra & The Dead Sea 5

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MarchFri 9 – Wed 21 March 13 AIR Sri Lanka – Paradise Found 11Thu 15 – Wed 28 March 14 AIR Spectacular South Africa 10

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Madeira (14)

Normandy (20)

Canyon County (7)

Colorado Rockies (8)

Reims (22)

Malta (14)

Sicily (12)

Jordan (5)

Rome (13)

Dubrovnik (15)

Egypt (6)

Dutch Bulbfields (16)

St Petersburg (17)

Russian River Cruise (19)

China (9)

Sri Lanka (11)

South Africa (10)

Somme Battlefields (20)

Medieval Rhapsody (23)

St Malo (21)

Paris (21)

Titanic Trail (22)Galway (15)

The Orient Express & Leeds Castle (23)

An English Dream (24)

Highland Railways (25)

Proms at Castle Howard (25)

Manchester Ship Canal (24)

Norwegian Fjords (18)

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MarchMon 7 – Mon 14 March 8 AIR Highlights of Madeira 14Mon 21 – Mon 28 March 8 AIR Malta & Gozo 14Mon 21 –Wed 30 March 10 AIR Egypt – Nile Cruise & Cairo 6

Apr i lTue 19 –Sat 23 April 5 CRUISE Dutch Bulbfields 16Wed 27 –Thu 28 April 2 The Orient Express & Leeds Castle 23

MayThu 19 – Sat 28 May 10 AIR Canyon Country 7Fri 20 – Mon 23 May 4 Somme Battlefields 20Sat 21 – Wed 25 May 5 St Malo, Mont St Michel & Jersey 21

JuneSun 5 – Fri 10 June 6 AIR Galway & The Mystical Aran Islands 15Sun 19 June – Fri 1 July 13 CRUISE The Baltic & St Petersburg 17

Ju lyWed 6 – Thu 7 July 2 The Orient Express & Leeds Castle 23Fri 8 – Sun 10 July 3 An English Dream 24Fri 8 – Mon 11 July 4 Paris by Eurostar 21Fri 8 – Sat 16 July 9 CRUISE The Norwegian Fjords & Bergen 18Wed 13 – Tue 19 July 7 Great Highland Railways &

Historic Edinburgh 25Sun 31 July – Thu 4 August 5 Manchester Ship Canal

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MONDAY –We travel to Heathrow for our 1605 flight to Amman.On arrival, we are transferred to our hotel in Amman for 3 nights, theRamada Amman.TUESDAY – Today, we enjoy a full day tour of Jordan’s capital city,Amman. Sights include the King Abdullah Mosque, the Jordanianparliament, the National Archaeological Museum and the 2nd centuryamphitheatre, where works by the famous Greek and Roman playwrightswere performed.WEDNESDAY –We drive north to Jerash, one of the most beautiful andbest preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world. Excavations uncoveredtwo theatres, several temples, churches, a market, thermal baths and theCardo Maximus alley of 600m of columns. The afternoon is free in Jerashto make the most of this impressive and extensive site.THURSDAY –Madaba is the city of mosaics and dates back to 1,200BC.We visit the main attraction of thetown, the 6th century Byzantinemosaic map of the sites in thebiblical world. We continue to MountNebo, which offers spectacular viewsof the Holy Land and where it isbelieved that Moses is buried. Wetravel via the Kings Highway toKarak, where we visit the 12thcentury Crusader castle, situated ona hilltop 1,000m above sea level.We continue to Petra for 2 nights stay at the Panorama Hotel.FRIDAY – A full day visit to Petra – ‘a rose-red city, half as old as time’.Wemake our way through the Siq, and as we reach the end of the Siq, thefirst and greatest monument of Petra, the Treasury, comes into view.Continuing through this majestic and ancient site, we’ll see monumental

tombs, palaces, temples anddramatically shaped rocks in athousand shades of pink and red.There will also be the opportunityto climb to the Monastery forstunning views.SATURDAY – Amorning visit toLittle Petra, which is hidden awayin the centre of a mountain. Itappears to have been an importantsuburb of the city of Petra and is atthe point where several ancientcaravan routes met. This evening,

Jordan has captivated travellers throughout the centuries. From the majestic ruins of bygone civilizations to the timeless splendour of theDead Sea, Jordan is a unique destination offering breathtaking and mysterious sights. Highlights of our tour include visits to Petra, Jerashand Mount Nebo. A trip not to be missed!

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there is an optional excursion toPetra by Night, to see the site witha completely differentatmosphere.SUNDAY –We drive to the DeadSea, the lowest spot on earth at400m below sea level. Spend theday sunbathing, swimming andrelaxing. Enjoy the feeling ofweightlessness and discover that itis impossible to sink! We spend thenight in our hotel on the Dead Sea,The Dead Sea Spa Hotel.MONDAY – Another day to relaxand enjoy the Dead Sea oralternatively join our optionalexcursion to Wadi Rum – one ofthe world’s outstanding desertlandscapes. The dramatic scenerywill take your breath away and youhave the chance to experiencedesert life and Bedouin culture. Huge mountains of sandstone andgranite emerge, sheer-sided, fromwide sandy valleys to reach heights of1,700m andmore. Narrow canyons and fissures cut deep into themountains. Note: This excursion takes place in jeeps over occasionallyuneven terrain and is therefore not suitable for anyone with a bad back.TUESDAY –We transfer to Amman for our 1115 flight to Heathrow.

Flight times are subject to change by the airline. Hotels may besubstituted for an alternative of similar quality.

Your Tour Includes• Return flights to Amman withRoyal Jordanian Airlines• Airport taxes and securitycharges • 8 nights half board• Fully escorted throughout • Visitsto Amman, Jerash, Madaba, MountNebo, Karak Castle, Petra and LittlePetra • Free time at the Dead Sea• Optional excursions to Petra byNight andWadi Rum• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £288Holiday insurance £135Tour departs 10.30am approx.Returns by 5.30pm approx.Not included: All lunches, gratuitiesand optional excursions

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MONDAY –Wedepart in themorning for our 2.25pm flight fromHeathrow to Luxor.On arrival in Luxor, youwill bemet by a local coach for the transfer (approx 20minutes) to your cruise ship, theMS Royal Viking. Light eveningmeal on board ship.TUESDAY – An early morning start to theWest Bank of the Nile to visit the Valleyof the Kings and Queens, with the chance to visit some of the tombs of thepharaohs. In the late afternoon, we set sail along the Nile for Edfu, via Esna.WEDNESDAY – Start the morning with a visit to Edfu after which we sail to KomOmbo to visit this famed temple with its well preserved hieroglyphics and to seethe mummified crocodiles. In the evening we depart for Aswan.THURSDAY – In the morning, we visit the famous landmarks of Aswan, the HighDam, the unfinished obelisk and picturesque Philae Temple. In the afternoon,experience a traditional Nubian village (additional charge) and enjoy a Nubianshow after dinner.FRIDAY – Today take the optional excursion to the stunning temple at Abu Simbel,which was moved block by block from underwater after the creation of LakeNasser, and is a truly spectacular sight. Alternatively, spend the day at leisureperhaps taking a felucca ride around spectacular Kitchener’s island and itsBotanical Gardens, take afternoon tea in the Old Cataract Hotel where AgathaChristie wrote Death on the Nile, or perhaps hunt for bargains in the lively market.SATURDAY – The day is spent at leisure as the boat heads to Luxor via Esna andEdfu. We arrive later that evening. After dinner, enjoy the delights of a traditionalbelly dancer on board.SUNDAY – Amorning visit to Karnak Temple, the largest ancient religious site inthe world and Luxor Temple, with its impressive avenue of sphinxes. Optionalevening visit to the Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple (additional charge).MONDAY – After breakfast we disembark and transfer to Luxor airport for our onehour flight to Cairo. Arriving at lunchtime, we head to the Egyptian Museum,home to some of Egypt’s most incredible artefacts, including the golden mask ofTutankhamun, and the ‘Mummy Room’ (additional charge). Following our visit tothe Museum, you will be transferred to our hotel for the next 2 nights, the

Meridien Pyramids.TUESDAY – Today, we enjoy a guidedtour of the Pyramids and the Sphinxand be amazed by the history of theseincredible monuments. How theseamazing structures were built remainsa mystery, despite decades ofinvestigation. There is the opportunityto enter a pyramid, should you wish(additional charge). In the evening,enjoy the amazing spectacle of thePyramids Sound & Light Show(additional charge).

With layer upon layer of history spread over thousands of years, Egypt is a truly fascinating place to visit. There are magnificent monumentsaround every corner! The Nile is the lifeblood of Egypt, and all along it history unravels in front of your eyes. The Valley of the Kings is the restingplace for some of the most powerful rulers the world has ever known, including ‘the boy king’ Tutankhamun. Aswan is home to the famous Dam,and the Pyramids and the majestic Sphinx nestle on the edge of Cairo. A country every traveller must see at least once in their lifetime...

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This elegant ship was launched atthe end of 2008 and is equippedand furnished to a very highstandard.Cabins have a private bathroom andshower, air-conditioning, safe, TVand telephone.Facilities on board includerestaurant and lounge bar, sundeck, plunge pool, sauna, gift shopand laundry service.

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This very comfortable hotel,surrounded by landscaped gardens,is located close to the pyramids and20 minutes from the centre ofCairo.Bedrooms are en suite with TV,telephone, hairdryer and mini-bar(extra cost).Facilities include restaurants andcafes with Mediterranean, Orientaland Mexican cuisine.Additional facilities include aswimming pool complex, with spafacilities, tennis courts andshopping arcade.

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WEDNESDAY – Transfer from our hotel to Cairo airport for our 9.15am flight toHeathrow. We arrive back at our depot in Henley-in-Arden in the early evening.

Flight times are subject to change by the airline. The cruise ship or hotel may besubstituted for an alternative of similar quality, due to technical reasons.Cruising itineraries are subject to change due to Nile water levels or lock closuresand can change with little or no notice.Egyptian visas (approx £15) must be purchased on arrival at Luxor airport.Assistance will be given by our Tour Manager.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service• 7 nights full board on cruise• 2 nights bed and continentalbreakfast in Cairo• Daily excursions on Nile Cruiseincluding the Valley of the Kings,Karnak and Luxor Temples andAswan• Excursions to Pyramids andEgyptian Museum in Cairo• Optional excursions to AbuSimbel, Nubian Village, KarnakSound & Light Show andPyramids Sound & Light Show• Local expert guides• Transport by tour vehicle or coachfor land based sightseeing• Return flights from Heathrow andinternal flight from Luxor to Cairo• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £460Holiday insurance £45.50Tour departs by 9.00am approx.Returns by 4.30pm approx.Not included:2 lunches, 2 dinners, optionalexcursions and Egyptian visa

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10 Days • 12 Meals: 7 Breakfasts (B), 5 Dinners (D)THURSDAY – SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONAFly from Birmingham to Phoenix. On arrival in Phoenix, you are transferred to the colourfulcity of Scottsdale. Your tour features some of America’s most colourful and spectacularscenery and includes visits to three national parks. (D)FRIDAY – SCOTTSDALE – PHOENIX – SCOTTSDALEThis morning will be a highlight of your trip as you enjoy a chat with a local Native Americantribe member. Learn about the history of different tribes of the area and modern day life ofNative Americans in Arizona. Enjoy a guided tour; highlights include downtown Phoenix,Camelback Mountain, Paradise Valley, Old Town Scottsdale and more. The rest of the day isat leisure to explore or relax. (B)SATURDAY – SCOTTSDALE – SEDONA – GRAND CANYONBegin the day with a visit to the beautiful city of Sedona; take some time to shop in themarketplace. Be amazed by Oak Creek Canyon, where the rock formations seem to changehue with every turn in the road. Later, as you travel through the spectacular Kaibab NationalForest, you will reach the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. (B,D)SUNDAY – GRAND CANYON – LAKE POWELLThis morning you will have ample time to explore the Grand Canyon. Enjoy amazing viewswith a drive along the South Rim and later, a short drive brings you to the Cameron TradingPost. For nearly a century, the post has been a haven for travellers, traders and explorerswho come from all points of the globe to see the wonder of the Grand Canyon andexperience the Native American cultures of the Southwest. Continue north through mesa-studded desert scenery before arriving at your home for the next two evenings, Lake PowellResort, a stunning hotel overlooking the sparkling blue waters of Lake Powell. (B,D)MONDAY – LAKE POWELL – MONUMENT VALLEY – LAKE POWELLBegin your daywith an invigorating breakfast cruise on lovely Lake Powell. Journey through theterritory of the Navajo nation and arrive inMonument Valley, a sacred Navajo land featuringcolourful sandstone spires that rise hundreds of feet from the valley floor. Enjoy an excitingJeep tour through one of themost dramatic landscapes in all of North America; as you rideacross the dry plain you’ll pass deep redmesas and sandstone towers, many of them risinghundreds of feet into the air. ‘Stagecoach’, ‘How theWest wasWon’ and ‘Back to the Future II’were all filmed inMonument Valley. It’s a landscape as beautiful as it is barren – and anexperience that will stay in yourmemory forever. A stopwill bemade at a Hogan, the historyand symbolism ofwhich represents every aspect of Navajo life: their thinking, reasoning,

planning and their philosophy. Return to LakePowell for an evening of leisure. (B)TUESDAY – LAKE POWELL – BRYCE CANYONNATIONAL PARK – ZION NATIONAL PARKToday, travel to Bryce Canyon NationalPark, one of the most spectacular scenicwonders of the world. The formationswithin the Park, called Hoodoos, are thecreation of wind and water erosion. Ironoxidisation within the rock causes thenatural orange and red hues. Your finaldestination for the day is the red and whitesandstone cliffs of Zion National Park. Insheer magnitude and colour, Zion is one of

the most awe-inspiring national parks inthe world. (B,D)WEDNESDAY – ZION NATIONAL PARK –LAS VEGAS, NEVADAClimb aboard Zion’s open-air cable-car toexperience spectacular scenery as you windalongside the Virgin River through the2,400 foot deep, 1/2 mile wide Zion Canyon.Then leave nature’s beauty behind for theglitz and glamour of the Las Vegas strip.Probably the most famous stretch of road inthe world, its 4 miles of neon-lit resortswith 24 hour a day action is like nowhereelse on earth. A two-night stay provides youplenty of time to enjoy the shows, thecasinos and all the fun. (B)THURSDAY – LAS VEGASToday is at leisure. Lounge by the poolsipping cool drinks, experience an amazing one-of-a-kind show, go hiking, try your luck inthe casino or perhaps explore the hotels on the strip with themes that capture yourattention as you get swept away by the wonders inside. Visit Mandalay Bay’s Shark Reefaquarium or call at the Luxor to see the sphinxes and pyramid. New York-New York bringsthe ‘Big Apple’ to life right on the Vegas strip.See the Eiffel Tower and the Mirage volcano,or watch pirates battle at Treasure Island. TheLas Vegas strip brings the world to you. (B,D)FRIDAY – LAS VEGAS – TOUR ENDSDepart for home with amazing memories ofyour holiday. Fly from Phoenix to Birmingham.SATURDAY – ARRIVE UK

• See the amazing spires and canyons of three great national parks: Zion, Bryce and the Grand Canyon• Stay two nights in Lake Powell Resort, a stunning hotel overlooking the sparkling blue waters of Lake Powell• End your holiday with a two-night stay in Las Vegas where you can relax or join in the ’round the clock activities

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Day 1, 2 Doubletree Resort, Scottsdale, Arizona

Day 3 Grand Canyon Lodges, Grand Canyon, Arizona

Day 4, 5 Lake Powell Resort, Page, Arizona

Day 6 Zion Park Inn, Zion National Park, Utah

Day 7, 8 Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas, Nevada

This fully escorted tour is operatedby ColletteWorldwide Holidays,ATOL number 4832. Please note thatthe itinerary and hotels may bechanged at any time due to localconditions.

Your Tour Includes• Home pick up service • Returnflights from Birmingham toPhoenix with Continental Airlines• Airport taxes and securitycharges • Airport transfers• 9 night holiday • Fully escorted• Scottsdale • Oak Creek Canyon• Kaibab National Forest • GrandCanyon • Lake Powell • MonumentValley • Bryce Canyon NationalPark • Zion National Park • LasVegas Fully • Fully escortedthroughout by a Collette TourManager

Additional InformationSingle room £450Holiday insurance £135Departure and return times are tobe confirmedNot included:Meals as per itinerary

10 Day TourThu 19 – Sat 28 May £1,995

10 Days • 12 Meals: 8 Breakfasts (B), 4 Dinners (D)SATURDAY – ARRIVE DENVER, COLORADOFly from Heathrow to Denver. Traverse the Colorado Rockies as you journeythrough the beauty of nature with Alpine lakes, towering peaks and rollingmeadows at every turn. (D)SUNDAY – DENVER AREA – ESTES PARK – ROCKYMOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK –DENVER AREATravel to the resort village of Estes Park, and enjoy leisure time to meanderamong its unique shops and fine galleries. Next stop is Rocky Mountain NationalPark to discover the true meaning of ‘panoramic’ as you experience incredibleviews. Then, travel across the famed Trail Ridge Road which forms the highestcontinuous highway in America reaching heights of 12,183 feet. This celebrated‘Roof of the Rockies’ offers views of massive peaks and rugged canyons as youcross the continental divide. (B)MONDAY – DENVER AREA – GEORGETOWN – GRAND JUNCTIONTravel through the Rocky Mountains on a scenic and historic train ride aboard theGeorgetown Loop Railroad. Completed in 1884 as a means to transport silver inand out of the region, this spectacular stretch of narrow gauge railroad is anengineering marvel. A lunch stop is made at the picturesque Alpine village of Vail.Lined with chalets, outdoor cafés and intriguing shops and galleries, Vail is one ofthe finest resort destinations in the world. Later, arrive in Grand Junction, yourhome for the next two nights. (B)TUESDAY – GRAND JUNCTION – COLORADO NATIONAL MONUMENT –GRAND JUNCTIONVisit one of the grand landscapes of the American West – Colorado NationalMonument. Travel along the Rim Rock to see a colourful panorama of deep,sheer-sided canyons and high rock towers. Later, journey to Colorado’s winecountry to learn about one of the region’s finest vineyards and sample the fruitsof its labours. Tonight’s winemaker’s dinner at a lovely vineyard will be an

exceptional experience. Relax andenjoy the company of your fellowtravellers. (B,D)WEDNESDAY – GRAND JUNCTION –SILVERTON – DURANGODrive south to the small mining townof Silverton, a national historic

• Ride aboard the famous Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad through southwestern Colorado’s San Juan Mountains• Journey on the world’s highest cog railroad to Pike’s Peak, a stunning backdrop for Colorado Springs• Spend two nights in Durango, a fun-filled cowboy town where you can relive the excitement of the Old West

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landmark. Hidden high in the San JuanMountains, this town offers spectacularscenery, Victorian charm and historic architecture. Then we board Durango andSilverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, built to haul silver and gold ore from the SanJuanMountains – but it is the viewwhich is truly precious. (B)THURSDAY – DURANGO –MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK – DURANGOAn incredible day at Mesa Verde National Park which preserves the 1,000 yearculture of the remarkable Anasazi Indians. Visit the fascinating Spruce Tree CliffDwellings, built by ancestors of the Pueblos. (B,D)FRIDAY – DURANGO – CANON CITY – COLORADO SPRINGSTravel east across southern Colorado to Canon City’s Royal Gorge Railroad. Boardthe train for a 24-mile ride beneath the highest suspension bridge in the world, theRoyal Gorge Bridge, which spans the gorge above amidst awesome scenery. (B)SATURDAY – COLORADO SPRINGS –MANITOU SPRINGS – COLORADO SPRINGSDepart for Manitou Springs, home of Pike’s Peak, the legendary symbol of the1859 Gold Rush. Embark on Pike’s PeakCog Railway, the world’s highest cograilroad, for an 8.9 mile journey to thetop of Pike’s Peak (note this trip is athigh altitude). During the journey youwill see magnificent views andperhaps animals in their nativehabitat. Later, travel to the Garden ofthe Gods to view the toweringsandstone formations and a wonderfulview of Pike’s Peak. Tonight, join yourfellow travellers for a farewell dinnerto celebrate a trip filled with scenicdelights and railway adventures. (B,D)SUNDAY – COLORADO SPRINGS –TOUR ENDSYour tour ends in Colorado Springs.Transfer to the airport for your flightto Heathrow. (B)MONDAY – ARRIVE UK

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Days 1, 2 Doubletree Hotel, Denver Tech, Denver, Colorado

Day 3, 4 Doubletree Hotel, Grand Junction

Day 5, 6 Strater Hotel, Durango or Holiday Inn, Durango

Day 7, 8 Colorado Springs Marriott, Colorado Springs

This fully escorted tour is operatedby ColletteWorldwide Holidays,ATOL number 4832. Please note thatthe itinerary and hotels may bechanged at any time due to localconditions.

Your Tour Includes• Home pick up service • Returnflights from London Heathrow toDenver with United Airlines• Airport taxes and security charges• Airport transfers • 9 night holiday• Fully escorted • Denver• Rocky Mountain National Park• Georgetown Loop Railroad• Grand Junction • ColoradoNational Monument • Durango &Silverton Railroad • Durango•Mesa Verde National Park• Royal Gorge Railroad • ColoradoSprings • Pike’s Peak Cog Railway• Garden of the Gods • Fullyescorted throughout by a ColletteTour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £400Holiday insurance £135Departure and return times are tobe confirmedNot included:Meals as per itinerary

10 Day TourSat 10 – Mon 19 Sept £1,995

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12 Days • 22 Meals: 10 Breakfasts (B), 7 Lunches (L),5 Dinners (D)WEDNESDAY – OVERNIGHT FLIGHT FROM HEATHROW TO BEIJINGTHURSDAY – ARRIVE BEIJING, CHINAJoin us on a tour of one of the world’s most fascinating countries. Experience the traditionalbustle of Beijing, the ancient splendour of Xi’an and the modern cityscape of Shanghai.Your adventure begins in the vibrant capital city, Beijing.FRIDAY – BEIJINGAfter a short lesson on local language, your sightseeing tour of Beijing begins with a visit tothe expansive and historic Tiananmen Square. Continue to the Forbidden City, a vast networkof palaces, including five halls, seventeen palaces and numerous other buildings. (B,L,D)SATURDAY – THE GREATWALLDiscover China’s legendary landmark, the Great Wall today. During your visit, walk along aportion of this 3,700 mile marvel! Travel through the Valley of the Ming Tombs where youwill walk along the SacredWay, or Divine Road, which means ‘the road leading to heaven’.Experience a time-honoured and favourite pastime of the Chinese when you go kite-flying!Tonight, enjoy a Peking duck dinner followed by a traditional Peking opera show and delightin the colourful costumes and interesting music. (B,L,D)SUNDAY – BEIJINGThis morning visit the UNESCO site of the Summer Palace, amongst the most noted classicalgardens in the world. The remainder of your day is at leisure. (B)MONDAY – BEIJING – XI’ANExplore the world-famous Temple of Heaven, an ornate sanctuary where Chinese Emperorsworshipped their gods. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime rickshaw tour through the Hutongs, thenarrow streets of ancient Beijing. Then visit a local home to share a simple lunch and learnthe art of dumpling making. A short flight brings you to China’s interior city of Xi’an. (B,L,D)TUESDAY – XI’ANVisit one of the most famous Buddhist temples in the world, the classical Wild GoosePagoda. The impressive structure was built during the Tang Dynasty to house Buddhisttreasures. During lunch, savour a local speciality, Xi’an dumplings, before travelling to the

excavation site of the Terracotta Warriors.This army of men and horses was buriedwith the first Emperor of Qin to protect himin the afterlife. Be amazed by the sheernumbers of them and their detailedfeatures! (B,L)

• The highlight of your four-night stay in Beijing is a fantastic Peking duck dinner and an evening to remember at the Peking Opera• Witness the splendour of the incredible Terracotta Warriors…eight thousand individually-crafted figures which guard the tomb of anancient emperor

• While in Shanghai take in an amazing acrobatics show and visit the Children’s Palace and the Shanghai Museum

The Best of China

WEDNESDAY – XI’ANBegin your morning with a private Tai Chi lesson, a highly-revered Chinese martial art that isboth invigorating and relaxing. Then travel to the countryside to visit a rural village; meetlocal residents and gain insight into their daily life during a tour of a local school, a visit to afarm and lunch at a farmer’s home. (B,L)THURSDAY – XI’AN – SHANGHAIDepart for Shanghai, a bustling trade port and the economic heart of China, where thefuturistic skylinewill leave you speechless. Enjoy a guided tour of thewaterfront district knownas the Bundwhich runs along thewestern bank of the Huangpu River. Famous for its gorgeouscolonial buildings, you’ll feel as though you have stepped back into 19th century Europe as youwander among the impressive Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance architecture. (B,L)FRIDAY – SHANGHAI – ZHUJIAJIAO – SHANGHAIEnjoy a full day excursion to the water village of Zhujiajiao, an ancient city located on thebanks of Dianshan Lake. Endowed with another elegant name – ‘Pearl Stream’ – the littletown is the best preserved among all four ancient towns in Shanghai. After more than onethousand years, Ming & Qing dynasty buildings still stand and 36 ancient stone bridgescross the canal that runs through the centre of town. Visit the rice museum, enjoy a boatride on the canal and have time to shop.Tonight, take in the energy and excitementof the Chinese acrobatic show. (B,L,D)SATURDAY – SHANGHAIYou visit the Children’s Palace, an ornatefortress where the local children come tolearn various arts including calligraphy,piano and dance. Next, discover thetreasures of the Shanghai Museum, hometo priceless artefacts that span China’s richhistory. The remainder of the day is atleisure – perhaps you will explore more ofthe city, snap a fewmore photographs orshop for last-minute souvenirs. Bid farewellto China at a dinner with your fellowtravellers. (B,D)SUNDAY – SHANGHAI – TOUR ENDSYour tour ends in Shanghai. Fly fromShanghai to Heathrow. (B)

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Your Hotels

Day 1 Overnight Flight

Day 2 – 5 JWMarriott Hotel, Beijing

Day 6 – 8 Grand NewWorld Hotel, Xi’an

Day 9 – 11 Renaissance Zhongshan Park, Shanghai

This fully escorted tour is operatedby ColletteWorldwide Holidays,ATOL number 4832. Please note thatthe itinerary and hotels may bechanged at any time due to localconditions.

Your Tour Includes• Home pick up service • Returnflights from London Heathrow toBeijing with British Airways• Airport taxes and security charges• Airport transfers • 11 nightholiday • Fully escorted • Beijing• The Great Wall • Peking Opera• Rickshaw Tour • Xi’an• Terracotta Warriors • Shanghai• Acrobatic Show • Zhujiajiao• Shanghai Museum • Escortedthroughout by a Collette TourManager

Additional InformationSingle room £400Holiday insurance £135Departure and return times are tobe confirmedNot included:Meals as per itinerary

12 Day TourWed 12 – Sun 23 Oct £2,445

Forbidden City, Beijing

14 Days • 20 Meals: 11 Breakfasts (B), 4 Lunches (L),5 Dinners (D)THURSDAY – OVERNIGHT FLIGHT FROM HEATHROW TO JOHANNESBURGOne country with a world of treasures, South Africa awaits your arrival. See breathtakingmountain scenery, winding coastlines, remarkable cultural diversity and abundant wildlife in itsnatural habitat.FRIDAY – SANDTON, SOUTH AFRICAYour journey begins in Sandton, famous for its rich veins of gold and other valuable minerals.Enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travellers. (D)SATURDAY – SANDTON – SOWETO – SANDTONToday, discover the history of the languages you will experience on your tour, along with keywords and phrases. Enjoy a guided tour of Soweto – SouthWest Township and experience theregional lifestyle when joining locals for lunch. Visit the Apartheid Museum for a look into thedynamic history of racial segregation in South Africa. (B,L)SUNDAY – PANORAMIC ROUTE – KRUGER NATIONAL PARKTravel through the spectacular Drakensburg Mountain Range en route to Kruger National Park,the largest game reserve in South Africa. Scenic wonders surround you as you pass through theBlyde River Canyon, made mostly of red sandstone and known as one of Africa’s greatest naturalwonders and the third largest canyon in the world. (B,D)MONDAY – KRUGER NATIONAL PARK – SAFARI GAME DRIVEEnjoy a full day open air vehicle safari game drive. A local expert leads you in search of the ‘Big 5’ –elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino – and provides an insight into these fascinating animals.(B,D)TUESDAY – KRUGER NATIONAL PARK – JOHANNESBURG – PORT ELIZABETHTravel to Johannesburg to board your flight to Port Elizabeth, one of South Africa’s major ports.This coastal town is the gateway to the Garden Route, a scenic stretch of coastline set betweenmountain ranges and the Indian Ocean. (B)WEDNESDAY – PORT ELIZABETH – KNYSNAJourney through the Tsitsikamma Forest, a natural gem along the Garden Route. Known for itsgorges and steep cliffs, the indigenous forest is home to hundreds of species of birdlife. Continuealong the southern coast to the picturesque resort town of Knysna, in the heart of the GardenRoute. Enjoy a relaxing dinner at one of Knysna’s waterfront restaurants. (B,D)THURSDAY – KNYSNAVisit nearby Featherbed Nature Reserve; begin with a lagoon cruise to the famous Knysna Headsbefore boarding a 4x4 vehicle and travel deep into the forest. Discover the local flora and fauna

during a leisurely-paced nature walk and enjoylunch amongst the ancient milkwood trees

• Search for the ‘Big 5’ during your included open air safari game drives• Visit the oldest working ostrich farm in South Africa and learn about these amazing animals• Enjoy breathtaking views from the top of Table Mountain

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before your return cruise. The remainder of theday is at leisure. (B,L)FRIDAY – KNYSNA – OUDTSHOORN –STELLENBOSCHOudtshoorn is the ostrich capital of South Africa;enjoy a guided tour of one of the oldest workingostrich farms in the area and, if you wish, ride onone of these great birds! Tuck into an outdoorbarbecue lunch before we journey to the

beautiful winelands region where we enjoy wine tasting. (B,L)SATURDAY – STELLENBOSCH – CAPE TOWNDiscover the enchanting beauty of the famous CapeWinelands region with its colourfulmountainous landscape and endless vineyards. Learn about the history of winemaking in thisregion and sample a variety of blends before enjoying a delicious lunch among the vines. Travel tocaptivating Cape Town this afternoon. (B,L)SUNDAY – CAPE TOWNA panoramic tour of the beautiful harbourside city of Cape Town celebrates its noted architecture.Enjoy a thrilling ride on a cable car as it whisks you to the aptly named TableMountain forbreathtaking views of Cape Town, Robben Island and Lion’s Head. Return to the city via Table Bay, theMalay Quarter and theMilnerton Lighthouse. The remainder of day is at leisure. (B)MONDAY – CAPE TOWNTravel to Cape Point, stopping to see thepenguins at Boulder Beach. On your return,explore the fascinating and famousKirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, home to over5,000 species of plants native to South Africa.This evening, experience a unique farewell toAfrica as you enjoy an after hours guided tourof the fascinating African Gold Museum,followed by a traditional African diningexperience! (B,D)TUESDAY – CAPE TOWN – TOUR ENDSYour tour ends today in Cape Town with anovernight flight back to Heathrow. (B)WEDNESDAY – ARRIVE IN THE UKArrive this morning at Heathrow.

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This fully escorted tour is operatedby ColletteWorldwide Holidays,ATOL number 4832. Please note thatthe itinerary and hotels may bechanged at any time due to localconditions.

Your Tour Includes• Home pick up service • Returnflights from London Heathrow toJohannesburg with British Airways• Airport taxes and security charges• Airport transfers • 13 nightholiday • Fully escorted throughout• Johannesburg • Soweto• Panoramic Route • KrugerNational Park • Safari Game Drive• Garden Route • Knysna• Featherbed Nature Reserve• Ostrich Farm Visit • Cape Town• Table Mountain •Winery Tour• Escorted throughout by a ColletteTour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £500Holiday insurance £135Departure and return times are tobe confirmedNot included:Meals as per itinerary

Your Hotels

Day 1 Overnight Flight

Day 2 – 3 Southern Sun Katherine Street Hotel, Sandton

Day 4 – 5 Sabi River Sun Resort, Kruger National Park

Day 6 Southern Sun Garden Court King’s Beach, Port Elizabeth

Day 7 – 8 Graywood Hotel, Knysna

Day 9 Spier Hotel, Stellenbosch

Day 10 – 12 Southern SunWaterfront, Cape Town

14 Day TourThu 15 – Wed 28 Mar 2012 £2,995

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FRIDAY –We travel to Heathrow for our 2145hrs SriLankan Airlines flightovernight to Colombo.SATURDAY –We arrive in Sri Lanka at 1330hrs and make our way toColombo for an overnight stay at the Ramada Colombo.SUNDAY –We leave Colombo and begin our tour with a visit to thePinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to approximately 80 elephants.This conservation and education project started with 6 elephants in 1975and gives a fascinating insight into the lives and habits of theseincredible animals. We travel to our hotel for 3 nights, the Hotel Sigiriya.MONDAY – Polonnaruwa was the second ancient capital of Sri Lanka.It was built in the 11th and 12th centuries and is a World Heritage Site.Stunning statues of Buddha carved directly from the rock can be seenhere, along with the Audience Hall, Lotus Bath and a beautiful lake. Latertoday, there is the opportunity to climb the 5th century rock fortress atSigiriya, another World Heritage Site. View the world renowned frescoesof the ‘heavenly maidens’ of Sigiriya and from the top of the rock, theviews are sublime.TUESDAY – Dambulla Rock Temple was built in the 1st century and is thethird World Heritage Site on our itinerary. It is the most impressive of SriLanka’s cave temples and has over 2,000m2 of painted walls and ceilings– the largest area of paintings found in the world. This evening, we enjoya safari of Minneriya National Park. Keep a look out for wild elephants,birds, butterflies and rare plants.WEDNESDAY –We visit a spice garden to see some of the different spicesfor which the island is famous. We continue to Kandy, the last capital ofthe Sri Lankan kings, with the highlight of our visit being the Temple ofthe Tooth Relic. We also visit the bazaar and the arts and crafts centrebefore enjoying a cultural show. We enjoy an overnight stay at the Earl’s

Regency Hotel, Kandy.THURSDAY –We visit PeradeniyaBotanical Garden, originally builtas a pleasure ground andexpanded by the British. Thegarden covers 147 acres and ishome to an amazing variety oftrees, plants and flowers. Wetravel from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya,where we visit a tea plantationand factory and taste a cup ofdelicious Ceylon tea! Nuwara Eliyais known as ‘Little England’ and

Sri Lanka is often referred to as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean and for good reason. With a breathtaking range of scenery, flora, fauna andhistoric sites, along with some of the friendliest people on the planet, this tour is not to be missed. Our itinerary includes some of thecultural highlights of the island, along with plenty of time to relax at the beach.

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mimics an English town. The area ishome to some of the island’s moststunning scenery which is carpetedin velvety green tea bushes, alongwith Pidurutalagala, which at 8,282feet is the island’s highest mountain.We enjoy an overnight stay at theGrand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya.FRIDAY –We pass throughmorebreathtaking scenery today as wehead for the south west coast. We

call at Kitulgala, a small townwhere ‘Bridge on the River Kwai’ was filmed.On reaching the coast, we visit a turtle hatchery, where we see how theturtle eggs are cared for before the baby turtles are released into the wild.We continue to our beach hotel for 4 nights, the Taj Exotica in Bentota.SATURDAY – Day at leisure to relax and enjoy our beachsidesurroundings.SUNDAY – Day at leisure. Perhaps take the train or a taxi to the nearbyhistoric Dutch fortress town of Galle.MONDAY – A final day at leisure to relax.TUESDAY – After breakfast, we transfer to Colombo where we take a tourof the city, which is a mix of thetraditional and the very modern.We take in highlights such as aHindu and Buddhist temple, a 100year old clock tower and severalBritish built colonial buildings.Overnight at the RamadaColombo.WEDNESDAY –Wemake our wayto the airport after breakfast tocheck in for our 1315hrs SriLankanAirlines flight to London, whicharrives at 1945hrs the same day.

Please note that visas are notrequired for this tour. Hotels maybe substituted for others of asimilar standard due tooperational reasons.

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Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 12 nightshalf board • Return flights fromHeathrow with SriLankan Airlines• Air taxes and security charges• Fully escorted • Excursions andvisits as per the itinerary• All airport transfers• Our own courier service

Additional InformationSingle room £559Holiday insurance £135Tour departs 4.00pm approx.Tour returns 10.30pm approx.Not included: All lunches, drinks,camera and video camera permitsrequired on certain sites andgratuities.

13 Day TourFri 9 – Wed 21 March 2012 £2,484

SATURDAY –We travel to Gatwick inthe afternoon to our overnighthotel.SUNDAY –Wemake the shorttransfer to Gatwick airport for our0800hrs flight to Catania. Onarrival, we transfer to Marina D’Agrò(1 hour).MONDAY – Taormina is ourdestination this morning. Ourguided tour takes in the Greco-Roman amphitheatre, fromwhich there are incredible views of MountEtna. On a clear day you can even see across to Calabria on the mainland,known as the ‘toe’ of the Italian ‘boot’. The afternoon is free to explore –enjoy lunch in one of the many cafes or restaurants; perhaps sample oneof the tasty local pasta dishes or a delicious pizza. Browse the shops onthe main street and admire the delicate cakes in the window displays.TUESDAY – A free day to relax and explore.WEDNESDAY – Today is the highlight of our tour. Wemake our way toMilazzo to board a boat for a cruise to the stunning Aeolian Islands. Ourfirst port of call is Lipari, the largest island in the group; there is time toexplore the lovely town here before we continue to Vulcano. Made up of 3volcanoes, the island is full of lava, yellow sulphur rocks and black sand.

Why not treat yourself and take atherapeutic dip in the mud baths,paddle in the warm sea water orsimply relax and enjoy thespectacular views?THURSDAY – Another free day toenjoy this beautiful island.FRIDAY – No trip to Sicily would becomplete without a visit to MountEtna, normally snowcapped at thistime of year. Our tour takes us tothe beautiful Alcantara Gorge and

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean and was crucial to the trade routes due to its strategic location. The Greeks, Romans, Arabsand Normans all left their mark here and the island has fascinating and colourful ‘layers’ of history and its own unique culture. Sicilianshave a passion for food and drink and the local specialities are delicious. The sea around the island is crystal clear, with every shade of blueimaginable. Sicily is an island of contrasts and is full of surprises!

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on to the medieval town ofRandazzo. Here we join the‘Circumetnea’ train which passesthrough the small villages on theslopes of the volcano. We thenrejoin our coach and visit the maincrater area to admire the lunarlandscape and to enjoy thespectacular views. Be sure to haveplenty of film in your camera!SATURDAY – A final free day toexplore.SUNDAY – After a relaxingmorning, we leave our hotel andhead to Catania for our 1255hrsflight back to London Gatwick,where our Johnsons coach will bewaiting to transport us to theMidlands.

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Lipari IslandThis characterful hotel is located onthe coast and has beautiful views ofthe Sicilian coastline. Bedrooms areen suite with balcony, sea view, airconditioning, safe and mini bar(extra charge). Facilities include bar,restaurant, terrace spa and outdoorpool.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 8 nightshalf board • Return flights fromGatwick to Catania with BritishAirways (3 hrs approx) • Airporttaxes and security charges • Airporttransfers • Guided tour of Taormina• Excursions to the Aeolian Islandsand Mount Etna • Ride onCircumetnea train • Admissionto Roman amphitheatre• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £240Holiday insurance £39Tour departs 2.00pm approx.Tour returns by 6.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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TUESDAY –We travel to Heathrow for our 1240hrs BA flight to RomeFiumicino and transfer to our hotel, located in the heart of the city.WEDNESDAY –We begin with a guided visit to the Vatican, taking inSt Peter’s Basilica, with its incredible mosaics, detailed architecture andthe vast St Peter’s Square. This evening we visit ‘Rome by Night’ for theopportunity to see the historic monuments in a completely differentlight.THURSDAY –With our city guide, wepay a visit to the Colosseum, theincredible Roman arena designed bythe Emperor Vespasian. It wascompleted in 80AD, could hold over50,000 spectators and hostedgladiatorial contests and mock seabattles. On to the Roman Forum tosee the Senate building, hear the story of the Vestal Virgins and soak upthe atmosphere of the site where Roman civilisation developed. The restof the day is free to explore at your leisure.FRIDAY – This morning, we begin our journey south to the resort ofSorrento. En route, we call at Monte Cassino. The abbey was founded inAD 524 but was almost completely destroyed in World War II. Thespellbinding location offers spectacular views and we visit the monasterywhich was rebuilt and restored to its former glory and is sure to stay inyour mind long after your visit. We arrive in Amalfi in the mid afternoon.

SATURDAY –We take a relaxingboat trip across the Bay of Naplesto the beautiful island of Capri,famous for its celebrities, flora andfauna and crystal clear azurewaters.SUNDAY – Today is free to relaxand explore Maiori, perhaps takingthe opportunity to sample some ofthe delicious ice cream or the‘limoncello’ liqueur and enjoy thebeautiful scenery. If you feel likeventuring a little further afield,perhaps take the local bus toPompeii which was buried in AD79

This itinerary takes in some of the highlights of Italy. Rome is a city with a rich and colourful history and you will find something tosurprise and fascinate you around every corner! We include guided tours to help you to make the most of your time in the city. The AmalfiCoast is renowned for spectacular and breathtaking views with little whitewashed villages nestled all along the coast with a backdrop ofdramatic mountains. This tour is sure to provide you with treasured memories…

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after an eruption of MountVesuvius and was preserved underlayers of volcanic ash.MONDAY – Prepare yourself forbreathtaking views as we followthe world famous Amalfi Drive. Wetake in the lovely town of Ravellowith breathtaking coastal viewsand continue to Sorrento, wherethe afternoon is free to exploreand enjoy this atmospheric town.TUESDAY –We transfer to Naplesfor our 1225hrs BA flight to Gatwickwhere our Johnsons coach will bewaiting to return us to theMidlands.

Flight times are subject to changeby the airline. Please note there isa charge for use of deckchairs andumbrellas on the beach at theReginna Palace Hotel.

Situated in a spectacular locationoverlooking the bay, surrounded bya luxuriant Mediterranean gardenand 50m from amagnificentprivate beach. Bedrooms are ensuite with shower, balcony, TV,telephone, radio, minibar and hairdryer. Facilities include restaurant,bar and outdoor pool.

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Located on Via Cavour in the heartof the city, within easy reach ofattractions. Bedrooms are en suitewith air-conditioning, telephone,satellite TV and hair dryer. Facilitiesinclude breakfast room, restaurantand cocktail bar.

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Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 7 night tour• Rome 3 nights bed and breakfastand Amalfi 4 nights half board• Excursions to The Amalfi Drive,Sorrento and Rome by Night • Visitto Monte Cassino • Admission tothe Colosseum • Guided tour ofRome and Vatican City • Boat tripto Capri • Return flights with BritishAirways: Outbound Heathrow toRome Fiumicino, Inbound Naplesto Gatwick • Coach transferbetween Rome and Amalfi• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £202Holiday insurance £38Tour departs 8.00am approx.Tour returns 6.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches, 3 dinners

Sorrento

MONDAY – To Birmingham airport to board our 0920hrs flight to Madeira, wherewe will be met and transferred to the hotel, with time to settle in.TUESDAY – Free to relax and enjoy your new surroundings. The lively capital,Funchal, overlooks a wide bay and inthe bustling daily market, flowersellers still dress in national costume.WEDNESDAY – An excursion to thewest of the island today, includingCamara De Lobos, a picturesquefishing village, Cabo Girao with itshigh cliffs and Encumenda where on aclear day you can see both sides of theisland. Wemake a stop for lunch atPorto Moniz and our return takes us byway of Paul do Serra, the only flat partof the island and Ponta do Sol.THURSDAY – Free to relax and explore.FRIDAY –We take in the highlights ofthe east side of the island today. Ourtour includes stunning Pico do Areiro,Ribeiro Frio, a natural park surroundedby mountains and wemake a stop forlunch in characterful Santana. Wereturn to Funchal via the charmingvillage of Porto da Cruz.SATURDAY – Another free day atleisure in this delightful resort.SUNDAY – A half day excursion toPalheiro, an estate which enjoys abeautiful hillside location withstunning views of the ocean and thecity of Funchal. Renowned for itsincredible gardens, the estate attractslovers of all things botanic andweather permitting, the camelliasshould be in full bloom at the time ofour visit.MONDAY –We leave our hotel mid-morning and transfer to the airport forthe 1405hrs flight back to Birmingham.Flight times are subject to change by theairline.

The beautiful Portuguese of Madeira lies some 400 miles offthe coast of Morocco and boasts a rugged, natural beauty withflower-strewn countryside thriving in the sub-tropical climate.Often referred to as the ‘Pearl of the Atlantic’ or the ‘FloatingGarden’ this colourful island is the perfect location for aspringtime break.

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MONDAY –We travel to Birmingham to board our 1750hrs Air Maltaflight. On arrival, you will be met by a local coach for the short transfer toSliema.TUESDAY – Free to relax and enjoy your new surroundings. Perhaps explorethe resort a little, take awalk along the broad promenade or enjoy a drink atan open-air café.WEDNESDAY – A full day tour today as we visit the traffic-free old city ofMdina, the Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Ta’Qali Crafts Village and theMosta Dome. Our day includes the Catacombs of San Catald in Rabat andwe also include lunch.THURSDAY – A free day to explore,shop or relax and enjoy the hotel’sfacilities.FRIDAY – Another delightful dayout as we travel to the north of theisland for the 30minute ferrycrossing to the neighbouring islandof Gozo. The pace of life here ismuch slower and you cannot helpfalling under its spell as we visitVictoria and Cittadella, theGgantija Temples, Calypso’s Cave,Xlendi Fishing Village and QalaBelveder. Lunch is included today.SATURDAY – Another free day toexplore, relax or enjoy your hotel.SUNDAY – Amorning excursion toVittoriosa, where we enjoy a walkthrough the narrow streets, takingin historic buildings and churches.We will see The Inquistor’s Palace,Senglea Church and Garden andpass through Bormia on our returnto Sliema. The remainder of yourday is at leisure in the resort ofSliema.MONDAY – A final morning inSliema before we transfer to theairport for our 1655hrs flight toHeathrow.

Flight times are subject to changeby the airline.

Malta, ‘The Island of Sunshine and History’, is famed for itshospitality and friendliness and English is widely spoken, makingyou feel immediately at home. Historical monuments, palaces,museums and beautifully decorated churches abound and wehave chosen the leading resort of Sliema, the most cosmopolitantown and residential area on the island, as our centre.

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Malta & Gozo

AirHolidays These holidays are repeated from our Winter 2010/11 brochure, please refer to the relevant page of that brochure and the

Winter 2010/11 booking form for full terms and conditions for these holidays including insurance and our door to door service.

A comfortable and traditional hotellocated halfway between Funchalcity centre and the Lido,approximately 1 kilometre fromboth and next to the beautifulQuinta Magnólia Park. Bedrooms areen suite with cable TV, telephone,climate control, fridge, individualsafe and hair dryer. Facilities includeMagnolia Restaurant, Palm Bistro,Piano Bar, Winter Garden, heatedoutdoor pool, spa bath fitness room,sauna (additional charge) andgames room.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • Returnflights from BirminghamwithThomson Airways (3hrs 40mins)• 7 nights half board • All airporttaxes and security charges • Airporttransfers • Excursions to WestMadeira and East Madeira• Admission to Palheiro BotanicGardens • Local guides for allexcursions • 2 lunches• Entertainment on some evenings• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £154Holiday insurance £43Sea view rooms are available at asupplement, please ask for detailsTour departs 7.00am approx.Tour returns 5.45pm approx.Not included: 6 lunches

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Sliema

8 Day TourMon 21 – Mon 28 March £839

A first class boutique style hotelwith Victorian style charm andcharacter in abundance. Located ona quiet street yet close to theamenities in the heart of Sliema.Bedrooms are en suite with TV,radio, telephone, air conditioning,tea/coffee making facilities andhair dryer. Facilities includeCopperfield Restaurant, Penny BlackLounge and excellent spa facilities(additional charge).

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • Outboundflight from Birmingham, returnflight to Heathrow with Air Malta(3hrs approx) • Airport transfers• Airport taxes • 7 nights half board(including meal on aircraft onoutbound flight) • Guidedexcursions to Mdina, Gozo andVittoriosa • Entrance fees to sitesvisited on excursions • 2 lunches• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £120Holiday insurance £43Tour departs 3.30pm approx.Tour returns 10.00pm approx.Not included: 5 lunches

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SUNDAY –Wemake our way to Heathrow for our lunchtime Aer Lingus flightto Shannon. On arrival, we transfer to our hotel in Galway.MONDAY – Enjoy a full day excursion around the Connemara National Park,which has some of the country’s most beautiful scenery. Wemake our way tomajestic Kylemore Abbey, home to Benedictine nuns. Visit the chapel, whichis modelled on Norwich Cathedral and the impressive VictorianWalledGarden. We return to Galway via more fabulous scenery with views of theTwelve Bens.TUESDAY – A unique full day excursion to the Aran Islands. Inis Mór, with only880 inhabitants, is the largest of thesemystical islands and is dotted with ruinsof early Christianmonasteries and fortifications. After the 45minute seacrossing, our visit takes in Dun Aengus, the finest example of a stone fort inEurope which bears witness to theskill of ancient Celtic tribesmen.There’s time to visit the Aran SweaterMarket &Museum, featuring theisland’s most famous export.WEDNESDAY – Enjoy a guided tourof Galway city this morning. Knownas the ‘City of Tribes’ after the 14merchant families who establishedit in the 17th century, Galway has acosmopolitan feel. The afternoon isfree for you to explore; perhaps takea stroll along the Old Quays to visitthe Spanish Arch and the Claddaghor watch the world go by in one ofthe atmospheric squares.THURSDAY – A full day excursion tothe Burren, a stark, hauntinglandscape with distinctive limestoneoutcrops. We begin with a visit to theexcellent Burren Visitor Centre inKilfenora. We pass Dunguaire Castle,a restored tower house and followthe dramatic coastline of Galway Bayand County Clare before followingthe inland route back to Galway.FRIDAY –We transfer back toShannon Airport for the returnflight to Heathrow and thenhome to the Midlands.

Flight times are subject to change bythe airline.

Our itinerary includes some of the highlights of the beautiful westof Ireland where the people are friendly, the history is fascinatingand the scenery is sublime. You’re sure to collect a host ofmemories to treasure!

Kylemore Abbey

Galway & TheMystical Aran Islands

Montenegro

SUNDAY – To Birmingham airport, where we join our early afternoonFlybe flight to Dubrovnik.MONDAY –We join our guide for a walking tour of the historic city.The huge city walls are still intact and the churches, monastery, palacesand marble-paved squares have remained unchanged for centuries.After an included light lunch, perhaps stroll along the ramparts of the cityfor the very best views.TUESDAY – A free day to explore the area at your leisure.WEDNESDAY –We take a shortwalk to the jetty to board the boatfor our sea cruise. The cruise takesin the islands of Kolcep and Sipanas well as spectacular views acrossthe archipelago. The island ofSipan, called the Golden Island, isthe largest and most denselypopulated island of the Elifites aswell being the most fertile islandin the archipelago. A light lunch isincluded on board.THURSDAY – Free to relax andexplore.FRIDAY – After breakfast, we jointhe coach for a full day excursionto unspoilt Montenegro. Thecrystal clear waters of the Adriaticwash the pristine coastline and thecitizens of Montenegro take greatpride in their heritage andbeautiful scenery, which has beenused as the setting for many films,including the Bond film ‘CasinoRoyale’.SATURDAY – A final free day.SUNDAY – Enjoy a relaxingmorning. We leave our hotel atnoon and call at the attractiveseaside town of Cavtat with timefor lunch before heading to theairport to catch our late afternoonflight back to Birmingham.

Flight times are subject to changeby the airline.

Dubrovnik is known as the ‘jewel in the crown of the Adriatic’ andis a perfect example of a preserved medieval city. For centuries itrivalled Venice as the Adriatic’s major sea trading port and has afascinating history. Our itinerary includes a visit to neighbouringMontenegro which has a picturesque coastline and beautifulmountain scenery.

Dubrovnik, Croatia &Montenegro

Situated on the edge of the citycentre, this stylish hotel combinesold-fashioned hospitality withmodern facilities. Bedrooms are ensuite with TV, telephone, hairdryer,tea/coffee making facilities andiron. Facilities include restaurantand bar.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 5 nightshalf board • Return Aer Lingusflights from Heathrow to Shannon(75 mins) • Airport transfers• Airport taxes and security charges• Excursions to ConnemaraNational Park and Galway• Guided tour of Galway• Admission to Kylemore Abbeyand The Burren Visitor Centre• Boat trip to the Aran Islands• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £94Holiday insurance £36Tour departs by 10.30am approx.Returns by 4.30pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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Galway

6 Day TourSun 5 – Fri 10 June £778

Our hotel has a high standard ofaccommodation and is situated inthe centre of the city, just 3 km fromthe Old Town. It is on the LapadPeninsula, 100m from the sea andpromenade and stands insubtropical gardens with lushMediterranean vegetation.Bedrooms are en suite with airconditioning, TV, telephone, minibar(extra charge) and hairdryer.Facilities include bar, restaurant,indoor and outdoor pool, fitnesscentre, massage and sauna.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 7 nightshalf board • 3 lunches • Returnflights from Birminghamwith Flybe(3 hrs approx) • Airport taxes andsecurity charges • Airport transfers• Excursions to Montenegro andCavtat • Guided walking tour ofDubrovnik • Sea cruise to Kolcepand Sipan • Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £298Sea view £115Holiday insurance £38Tour departs 12.00noon approx.Returns by 8.00pm approx.Not included: 5 lunches

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Dubrovnik

8 Day TourSun 25 Sep – Sun 2 Oct £1.264

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TUESDAY –We travel to Dover for the short ferry crossing to Calais andarrive in Zaandam, where we board the MPS Esmeralda.WEDNESDAY –We take an excursion to the beautifully preserved Dutchvillage of Zaanse Schans, with its characteristic wooden houses,museums and windmills. We return to the ship for lunch and during theafternoon cruise to Alkmaar, a busy town famed for its ancient cheesemarket.THURSDAY – An early departure as we cruise to the bustling port ofHoorn, birthplace of the explorer Willem Schouten, who named theinfamous Cape Horn after his home town. Explore the 17th centurymerchants houses and warehouses lining the waterfront and admire theyachts in the harbour. This evening, we continue on the Ijsselmeer toVolendam.FRIDAY –We leave Volendam and travel to the beautiful KeukenhofGardens, which will be awash with colour at this time of year. We returnto Amsterdam to rejoin our boat for lunch, with the rest of the day free toexplore Amsterdam.SATURDAY –We disembark after breakfast and return to Calais to catchour ferry to Dover and then continue home to the Midlands.

We are pleased to repeat this popular cruise, with the chance tosee Holland from a different and leisurely angle. Relax as wecruise between our ports of call, which include Hoorn, Volendamand the world famous Keukenhof Gardens. There is time toexplore the fabulous and atmospheric city of Amsterdam,perhaps visit one of the many museums or take a canal trip.Overall, a very enjoyable way to see the sights!

A cosy and comfortable vesseldecorated in traditional Dutch style.Cabins are twin, with en suite,telephone, TV and minisafe.Facilities include restaurant, loungeand sundeck.

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Dutch Bulbfields Cruise

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SneekAssen

Zwolle

Arnhem

Nijmegen

TilburgVlissingen

Volendam

Amsterdam

The Hague

Rotterdam

Utrecht

Zaanse Schans

Zaandam

Keukenhof

Alkmaar

Hoorn

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5 Day CruiseTue 19 – Sat 23 April £618

Your Cruise Includes• Door to door service • 4 nightsfull board cruise on the MPSEsmeralda with welcome drink,4 course dinner and 3 course lunch,hot and cold buffet breakfast,afternoon tea and cake, midnightsnacks, daily live music, Captain’sfarewell dinner • Entertainment on2 evenings • Excursions to ZaanseSchans and Hoorn • Entrance toKeukenhof Gardens • Return ferryDover/Calais (75 mins)• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle cabin £150Upper deck cabin £44Holiday insurance £30.50Tour departs 5.00am approx.Returns by 9.00pm approx.Not included: Drinks and gratuities

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Taking in Scandinavia and Russia, this cruise gives you the opportunity to step back in time and immerse yourself in the fascinating historyof this region. From bustling Copenhagen and cool and cosmopolitan Helsinki to striking Stockholm and historic St Petersburg, there is sureto be something to delight!

St Petersburg

The Baltic & St Petersburg

Experience the classic cruisingpedigree of a bygone age, as theteak decks and soft tones of thestylish decor all contribute to asense of relaxation and enjoyment.Cabin CategoriesD – Outside cabin (Atlantic Deck)Porthole, bathroomwith bathand/or shower, hair dryer, TVB – Superior Outside Cabin (Lido andMain Decks)Picture window, bathroomwithbath and/or shower, hair dryer, TVJS – Junior Suite (Lido andMainDecks)Sitting area, picture window,bathroomwith bath and shower,hair dryer, TV and fridgeM– Single Inside Cabin (Main Decks)Bathroomwith shower, hair dryerand TV

Cruise ItineraryDate Arr Dep DestinationJuneSun 19 PM DoverMon 20 CruisingTue 21 Early am Late night Kiel, GermanyWed 22 CruisingThu 23 Early am Late pm Stockholm, SwedenFri 24 Late am Late pm Tallinn, EstoniaSat 25 Early am St. Petersburg, RussiaSun 26 Late pm St Petersburg, RussiaMon 27 Early am Late pm Helsinki, FinlandTue 28 CruisingWed 29 Early am Early pm Copenhagen, DenmarkThu 30 CruisingJulyFri 1 am Dover

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BELGIUMNETHERLANDS

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Amsterdam

Dortmund

Aarhus

Copenhagen

Riga

HelsinkiBergen

Oslo

Göteborg

Stockholm

St Petersburg

Tallinn

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Kiel

Tallinn

13 Day CruiseSun 19 June – Fri 1 July £1,568

Fred Olsen CruisesWeare delighted to offer a new selection of cruises for2011. Cruising is a great way to travel and explore the

many ports of call without re-packing your suitcase every day! Fred Olsen is a trusted, familymanaged companywith high levels of service. The characterful shipsmaintain the traditionsof amore refined and leisurely era and give you the feeling of ‘home from home’. They arespacious and comfortable but small enough to take you right into the heart of things.

You can be assured of a warmwelcome; officers and crewmake you feel relaxed the moment you step on board. Throughout yourcruise, you will be looked after by a dedicated and friendly team. Our own Tour Manager is also on hand to ensure that you have anenjoyable and memorable cruise.

Our Fred Olsen cruises this year take in The Baltic & St Petersburg, or the Norwegian Fjords & Bergen. There is an interesting andvaried optional shore excursion programme on both cruises – the only problemwill be which to choose!

Your Cruise Includes• Door to door service• Embarkation point Dover• Port taxes • D Grade cabin• 12 nights full board • Full onboard entertainment programme• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSuperior outside (B) £170Junior Suite (JS) £460Single inside (M) £390Holiday insurance £155Departure and return times are tobe confirmedNot included: Drinks, gratuities,shore excursions

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Norway in midsummer is stunning: some of the most beautifullandscapes in the world, clothed in clouds of summer flowers, blueskies and days that seem to last forever. Bergen was once thecapital of Norway and is a cosmopolitan city, the pretty little townof Flåm is found at the end of the Sognefjord and is surrounded onall sides by deep green valleys, with meadows and roaringwaterfalls. Your senses are sure to be indulged!

Sognefjord

Norwegian Fjords & Bergen

The largest ship in the fleet, but stillsmall enough to offer an intimatecruising experience. Leisurefacilities include two pools, spatreatments and a wide selection ofbars and lounges.Cabin CategoriesE – Outside cabin (Coral Deck)Picture window, bathroomwithshower, hair dryer, TVB – Superior Outside Cabin (Lido andMain Decks)Picture window, bathroomwithbath and/or shower, hair dryer, TVBA – Superior Balcony Cabin (BridgeDeck)Balcony, bathroomwith bathand/or shower, hair dryer and TVK – Single Outside Cabin (Coral Deck)Cabin with picture window,bathroomwith shower, hair dryerand TVJ – Superior Single Outside Cabin(Lido Deck)Cabin with picture window, bathand/or shower, hair dryer and TV

Your Cruise Includes• Door to door service• Embarkation point Southampton• Port taxes • D Grade cabin• 8 nights full board • On boardentertainment programme• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle Outside (K) £580Superior Single Outside (J) £780Superior Outside (B) £160Superior Balcony (BA) £330Holiday insurance £155Departure and return times are tobe confirmedNot included: Drinks, gratuities andshore excursions

Cruise ItineraryDate Arr Dep DestinationJulyFri 8 pm SouthamptonSat 9 CruisingSun 10 Early am Late pm Bergen, NorwayMon 11 Early am Late pm Flåm, Sognefjord, Norway*Tue 12 Early am Late pm Olden, Nordfjord, Norway*Wed 13 Late am Late pm Eidfjord, Hardangerfjord,NorwayThu 14 Late am Late pm Kristiansand, NorwayFri 15 CruisingSat 16 am Southampton* Anchor port

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Olden

Kristiansand

Bergen

Norwegian Fjords

9 Day CruiseFri 8 – Sat 16 July £1,065

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• Enjoy a guided tour through the world-famous Hermitage Museum, the crown jewel of St. Petersburg, located in the Winter Palace.• Visit the magnificent baroque style Catherine Palace, former home of Catherine the Great.• Explore the incredible Kremlin and view the priceless collection of imperial treasures in the Armory Museum.• Moscow sightseeing includes the world-famous Red Square with the spectacular view of the rainbow-coloured St. Basil’s cathedral.• Cruising between Moscow and St. Petersburg, discover the unknown Russia, where daily life has remained unchanged for centuries.

The Kremlin, Moscow

Russian River Cruise – Moscow to St Petersburg

FRIDAY – SVIR RIVER – STOP ONMANDROGHI ORSVIRSTROYCruise through the 119-mile Svir River whichconnects Lake Onega with Lake Ladoga. Pause fora few hours in a quaint riverside settlement andthis evening, enjoy a festive Captain’s dinner.(B,L,D)SATURDAY – ST. PETERSBURGSail along the Neva River to St. Petersburg, one ofthe loveliest of European cities. Your morning tourof this fabled city of canals will take you to PalaceSquare, the historic heart of St. Petersburg andalong Nevsky Prospect, the city’s main boulevard.See the monumental St. Isaac’s Cathedral,Admiralty Tower and other monuments to theextravagant splendours of Imperial Russia. Thisafternoon, enjoy a guided tour through the world-famous Hermitage Museum, the crown jewel ofSt. Petersburg. No museum rivals the Hermitagein size, grandeur and exhibits. (B,L,D)SUNDAY – ST. PETERSBURGToday, take an excursion to Tsarskoye Selo(formerly known as Pushkin) and tour themagnificent Catherine Palace. Marvel at theblazing robin’s egg blue of the exterior and tourits distinctive rooms. After your visit, enjoy lunchat a nearby folk restaurant featuring deliciouslocal cuisine. The remainder of your afternoon isfree to soak in the best of St. Petersburg. (B,L,D)MONDAY – ST. PETERSBURG – DISEMBARK SHIP –TOUR CONCLUDESYour tour ends, leaving you with many pleasantmemories of a wonderful holiday. (B)

10 Days • 26 Meals: 9 Breakfasts (B), 8 Lunches (L),9 Dinners (D)

SATURDAY – ARRIVE MOSCOW, RUSSIA – BOARD SHIPArrive in Moscow, the grand capital of Russia and its most dynamic city. Transfer to the ship, yourhome for the next nine nights, where you will enjoy nightly entertainment and delicious local cuisine.This evening, spend time getting acquainted with your fellow passengers and the ship. (D)SUNDAY – MOSCOW, RUSSIAMoscow is one of the largest cities in the world and home to more than nine million people. Enjoy a tourhighlighting historic and famous landmarks including Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral and TverskayaStreet, Moscow’s grand boulevard, lined with shops and restaurants. The remainder of the day is atleisure. (B,L,D)MONDAY – MOSCOW – CRUISINGTake the MoscowMetro to visit the 15th century Kremlin. Known as the ‘Underground Palace’, eachMetro station was designed by a Russian architect, sculptor or artist. At the incredible Kremlin, view thepriceless collection of Imperial treasures in the Armory Museum, including the crown jewels. Set sail fromMoscow through the countryside of Russia. Enjoy a welcome cocktail reception, followed by the Captain’swelcome dinner. (B,L,D)TUESDAY – UGLICHApproach the picturesque Golden Ring city of Uglich, with views of the magnificent architecturalmonuments from the deck. A walking tour features the historic Transfiguration Cathedral, and the blue-domed Church of Prince Dimitry on the Blood. Visit a local handicraft market to view regional craftsbefore we continue along the mighty Volga River through unspoiled forests and rural villages.While sailing, enjoy a unique sampling of local cuisine such as blini and caviar. (B,L,D)WEDNESDAY – GORITSYEnjoy breathtaking scenery as you sail south to Goritsy, a peaceful farming community. Later, sail in thevast White Lake, once known as the Tsar’s fishing grounds. As you continue cruising, enjoy one of themany daily on-board discussions. (B,L,D)THURSDAY – LAKE ONEGA – KIZHI ISLANDCruise through picturesque Lake Onega, the second largest lake in Europe and one of the world’s purest.Arrive at Kizhi Island, renowned for its open-air museum. Visit the remarkable Church of the

Transfiguration, which has 22 domes in three tiersand is the ultimate in Russian fairytalearchitecture. Continue on your cruise, enjoying anauthentic Piroshki tea party and learning aboutlocal tea traditions. (B,L,D)

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The ship features comfortablyfurnished outside staterooms,which are air-conditioned withprivate shower. There are two barson board, along with nightlyentertainment including parties,games and dancing. Facilitiesinclude sundecks, a small souvenirshop, music salon, theatre andbeauty salon.

This fully escorted tour is operatedby ColletteWorldwide Holidays,ATOL number 4832. Please note thatthe itinerary and hotels may bechanged at any time due to localconditions.

Visas are required for travel to Russia. The visa cost of approximately £165 per personincluding handling fees per person is not included in the tour price. It is the passenger’sresponsibility to obtain any required visa and/or documents prior to departure. Please allow aminimum of approximately 4-6 weeks for processing your Russian visa.Optional shore excursions can only be purchased on the ship. Payment can only be made incash and only in Ruble, $US or Euros. It is highly recommended that you exchange moneyupon arrival in Russia.

10 Day CruiseSat 3 – Mon 12 Sept £1,995

M/S Litvinov

Your Cruise Includes• Direct flights from LondonHeathrow to Moscow • AirportTaxes • Main Deck cabin• 9 nightshalf board • St. Petersburg• Hermitage Museum • CatherinePalace • Lake Onega • Kizhi Island• Volga River • St. Basil’s CathedralMoscow • Red Square • Kremlin• Escorted throughout by a ColletteTour Manager

Additional InformationSingle cabin £400Upper Deck £65Boat Deck £190Holiday insurance £40Departure and return times are tobe confirmedNot included: Drinks and gratuities

FRIDAY –Wemake our way to Dover to catch our ferry to Calais,continuing to our comfortable hotel in Amiens.SATURDAY – Our tour begins in earnest today as wemake our way to thenorthern part of the Somme. We’ll see Albert, the town which was rebuiltafter the war with money raised by the people of Birmingham, along withNotre Dame de Brebieres, home to the subterranean tunnels where thecivilian population of Albert lived during the war. Visits also include LaBoiselle, location of a crater so large it is clearly visible from outer spaceand Thiepval, the main British monument of the Somme, where thenames of the 72,000 British missing are recorded. We round of our day atBeaumont Hamel and Newfoundland Park with its famous BayingCaribou memorial, where we’ll walk the battlefield, as the Tommies didon July 1st, towards the German fortifications in Y Ravine and the 51st(Highland) Division Memorial.SUNDAY – The southern area of the Somme is our destination today,beginning at Amiens Cathedral with its manyWWI plaques. We’ll see theimpressive Australian NationalMonument at Villers Bretonneuxand Le Hamel with its Australiantrenches, Whistler’s Ridge whereManfred von Richthofen, the RedBaron, was shot down andBertangles where he was buried.We’ll also visit Mametz Wood withthe Red Dragon Memorial to theWelsh Division and the famous‘Digger’ memorial to theAustralians. We end our day atMontauban, where the greatestsuccess was achieved on the 1stday, Longueval with the memorialto the Pipers and finally theDevonshire Trench and the SouthAfrican Memorial &Museum atDelville Wood.MONDAY –We end our fascinatingand memorable tour with a visit toVimy Ridge, the Canadian NationalMemorial. We make a stop forlunch in Arras en route for Calaisand then on to our ferry and home.

We are pleased to be able to offer this fascinating tour to TheSomme, including many of the famous battle sites andmonuments. Highlights include Albert, La Boiselle, Thiepval andWhistler’s Ridge. Don Maclean, comedian, broadcaster and self-proclaimed military know-all has made a life-long study of the1914-1918 conflict and will be on hand as your guide!

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Located in the heart of the citycentre and next to the beautifulgothic cathedral, this is a modernand comfortable hotel. Bedroomsare en suite with TV, radio,telephone, safe and hair dryer.Facilities include restaurant and bar.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 3 nightshalf board • Return ferry viaDover/Calais (75 min) • Excursionsand visits as per the itinerary• Fully escorted by DonMaclean• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £108Holiday insurance £27Tour departs by 5.00am approx.Returns by 9.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Battlefield Tour

Somme Battlefields

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FRIDAY –We travel to Portsmouth for our day sailing to Ouistreham andcontinue to our hotel in the centre of Caen for dinner.SATURDAY – Our first excursion visits the Merville Battery, which was takenagainst all odds by Lt Col. Otway’s 9th Battalion, and also Pegasus Bridge andMuseum. Both locations were major objectives during the early hours of D-Day. Returning to Caen, you can spend the afternoon in the Caen MemorialMuseum, which traces wartime history from the end of WW1 right through tothe present day. Or just relax and explore Caen.SUNDAY –We travel to Arromanches, part of the Gold Beach sector, andlocation for the famous floating Mulberry Harbour. Take in the cliff top viewsbefore visiting ‘Arromanches 360’ where the 360 degree film projection willplunge you into the heart of theaction. We then continue down intotown to the EmbarquementMuseumwhich relates the incrediblestory of the building and operationof the British artificial port here.After lunch you’ll visit the Battle ofNormandy Museum, and follow howthe battle unfolded between 7thJune and 29th August. Our day isconcluded with an emotive visit tothe British War Graves Cemetery.MONDAY – Our fascinating tourcontinues and we visit the AmericanWar Graves Cemetery and VisitorCentre. Overlooking Omaha Beachthis cemetery evokes remembranceand reflection with 9,387 perfectlyaligned headstones. We continue tothe cliffs at Pointe du Hoc where youcan still see the bomb craters. It alsotells the great story of ColonelRudder and the elite US 2nd Rangersscaling the 100ft cliffs to knock outthe gun emplacements. Then enjoy amuch older period in history as wevisit Bayeux. There’s time to havelunch, see the cathedral and thenvisit the famous Tapestry.TUESDAY – After an early breakfastwe rejoin our ferry to Portsmouthwhere we arrive just after lunch. Thenit’s a comfortable journey home.

Following the success of our recent First World War tour we arepleased to offer a tour that follows the historic events followingD-Day, the 6th June 1944, when the Battle of Normandy and theliberation of France and Europe commenced. Our tour includes anexperienced guide and our itinerary will bring this momentous timeinto sharp focus; with actual location tours, visits to many of thefascinating museums and poignant stops at war graves cemeteries.

Arromanches

D-Day & TheBattle of Normandy

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4 Day TourFri 20 – Mon 23 May £468

This modern yet classicallydecorates hotel is located in the citycentre, opposite the marina andnear to the pedestrianised area.Bedrooms are en suite with TV,telephone, safe, minibar, tea/coffeemaking facilities and hair dryer.Facilities include restaurant, bar andspacious public areas.

Your Tour Includes• Door to Door Service • 4 nightshalf board • All excursions as listedabove • Admission to The MervilleBattery, Pegasus MemorialMuseum, Caen Memorial Museum,Arromanches 360, TheEmbarquement Museum, Battle ofNormandy Museum and BayeuxTapestry • A specialist guide for 3days • Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £150Holiday insurance £30.50Tour departs by 9.00am approx.Returns by 6.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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Caen

5 Day TourFri 14 – Tue 18 October £598

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FRIDAY –Wemake our way toLondon St Pancras Station to boardour Eurostar train to Paris. Onarrival, you are transferred to yourhotel in the Montparnasse districtof the city. Settle in and exploresome of the delights of thisfascinating capital.SATURDAY –We include a ticketfor the hop on hop off boat cruisealong the Seine to enable you toexplore the sights of your choice atleisure, including the Eiffel Tower,Notre Dame and the Louvre.Try one of the many restaurants,or why not enjoy the spectacle ofthe show at the world famousMoulin Rouge.SUNDAY – Continue yourexploration of this fascinating andatmospheric city. Visit one of themany art galleries and museumsor head for the MontparnasseTower and enjoy the views of Parisfrom the 56th floor, said to be thebest as you can see the EiffelTower itself in the cityscape.Perhaps visit Montmartre, thelocation of the Sacre Coeur orhead out of the city to the Palaceof Versailles with its magnificentHall of Mirrors.MONDAY – Your final morning isfree to complete your sightseeing,or perhaps investigate some of thewonderful shops that Paris has tooffer, including the fabulous andhistoric Galeries Lafayette. Yourearly afternoon train returns toLondon, fromwhere you will bereturned to the Midlands.

Paris is the perfect location for a short break. A ticket for the ‘hopon, hop off’ boat cruise is included so you have completeflexibility with what you see and when. There’s so much to seeand do, you’re sure to leave the city already wanting to return!

Eiffel Tower

Paris by Eurostar

SATURDAY –We depart earlyafternoon and make our waysouth to Portsmouth to catch ourcomfortable overnight ferry toSt Malo.SUNDAY – Arriving refreshed, wemake our way to the lovely porttown of Dinard, located at theheart of the Emerald Coast andwhich in the 19th century was‘the place to be seen’. Admire thebeautiful villas and gorgeouscoastal views before we headinland to the pretty town of Dinan,a picturesque walled townwithmedieval buildings and areputation for delicious crepes!We return to St Malo and our hotel.MONDAY – A day with a differenceas we head to the port to catch afast ferry to the beautiful ChannelIsland of Jersey. Arriving in StHelier, you have most of the dayto explore at leisure. Enjoy thesights of St Helier, or perhaps heada little further afield using publictransport. You’re sure to becaptivated by this lovely island.TUESDAY – Today, we make ourway to stunning Mont St Michel,which is connected to themainland by a causeway. Bestknown for its beautiful medievalarchitecture, the island is aUNESCOWorld Heritage Site andis a delight to explore. We returnto St Malo, with the afternoonfree to explore.WEDNESDAY –Wemake our wayto the port to catch our return ferryto Portsmouth and continue hometo the Midlands.

An interesting itinerary, taking in some of the highlights of thisbeautiful part of France. We include the historic towns of Dinanand Dinard, and we also include a visit to the lovely ChannelIsland of Jersey! There is also plenty of time to enjoy the sights ofSt Malo from our centrally located hotel.

St Malo

St Malo, MontSt Michel & Jersey

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This comfortable hotel is centrallylocated in the district ofMontparnasse and the perfect basefromwhich to explore. Bedroomsare en suite with TV, telephone,minisafe, tea/coffee makingfacilities and air conditioning.Facilities include café, 2 bars androom service.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 3 nightsbed and breakfast • Return ride onEurostar from London to Paris• Ticket for ‘hop on hop off’ boat• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £145.50Holiday insurance £27Tour departs by 6.30am approx.Returns by 7.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches anddinners

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Paris

4 Day TourFri 8 – Mon 11 July £468

River Seine Mont St Michel

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This excellent quality hotel issituated directly on the sea front,just a 10 minute stroll from the citywalls. Bedrooms are en suite withTV, telephone and hair dryer.Facilities include breakfast room,bar and garden terrace.Cabins on the ferry are 2 berthcabins with lower beds.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 4 nightsbed and breakfast • Return ferry viaPortsmouth/St Malo (overnight onoutward journey • Return ferry StMalo/Jersey (75 mins) • Excursionsto Dinan, Dinard, Jersey and MontSt Michel • Free time in St Malo• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £132Lower berth cabin £13.50Outside cabin £26Holiday insurance £30.50Tour departs by 3.00pm approx.Returns by 11.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches and dinners

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St Malo

5 Day TourSat 21 – Wed 25 May £498

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A tour with a difference! We concentrate on some of thegastronomic elements for which this part of France is famous,including champagne, cheese and chocolate. Our hotel is theperfect base to explore this interesting region.

Reims Cathedral

Chateaux, Chocolate& Champagne

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FRIDAY – To Dover to catch our ferry and then a drive through northernFrance, making a stop at the fortifiedtown of Laon, which has a richarchitectural history and is thelargest protected heritage centre inFrance. We continue to Reims,arriving in the early evening.SATURDAY – Get your bearings witha panoramic guided tour of Reims,including a visit to the cathedral, amasterpiece of Gothic art, followedby free time to explore. In the lateafternoon, we make the short driveto Caveau Champagne Lallement fora train ride with commentary aroundthe vineyard, followed bypresentation of the champagnegrowing process and tasting of thatexquisite bubbly! We also enjoydinner at the champagne cellars.SUNDAY – Full day excursion of theChampagne region. First, a guidedvisit of an artisan chocolateproducer, followed by free time forlunch in Epernay, the capital of thechampagne region. We enjoy anafternoon river cruise withcommentary on the River Marnefrom Cumières, just west of Epernay.MONDAY – Amorning excursion tovisit Château de Condé, from theRenaissance period, located near thetown of Chateau Thierry.TUESDAY –We commence ourjourney home with an interestingvisit to a cheese farm producing thelocal Tome de Cambrai. There is alittle free time in the fortified townof Cambrai before we continue toCalais to catch our ferry and thenhome.

Epernay

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Located in the centre of Reims, thismodern and comfortable hotel isthe perfect base for our tour.Bedrooms are en suite with TV,telephone, safe and hair dryer.Facilities include restaurant and bar.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • Return ferryvia Dover/Calais (75 min) • 4 nightshalf board • Excursions to Laon andCambrai • Guided tour of Reims• Visits to Reims Cathedral, CaveauChampagne Lallement with dinner• Visit to chocolate and cheeseproducers •Marne river cruise• Admission to Château de Condé• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £108Holiday insurance £30.50Tour departs 5.00am approx.Returns by 9.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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Reims

5 Day TourFri 30 Sept – Tue 4 Oct £589

SATURDAY –Wemake our way to Pembroke for the afternoon sailing toRosslare, and continue to our overnight hotel in Waterford, one ofIreland’s oldest cities and established by the Vikings.SUNDAY –We pay a visit to Waterford Crystal this morning, and ourguided tour reveals the secrets of the design process. Enjoy free time toexplore the historic city with its cobbled streets, shops and cafes; perhapsvisit the Waterford Museum of Treasures. We continue to Midleton, ourbase for the next 3 nights.MONDAY – Enjoy the spectacularand varied scenery of the GulfStream coast, sculptured by the IceAge and lapped by warmwaters.We travel via Cork to the prettytown of Kinsale and on to colourfuland lively Clonakilty, a town of tallspires and elegant squares.TUESDAY –We travel to Cobh, atiny fishing village with a bighistory. Established in 1750, Cobhwas the last port of call for theTitanic on her fateful maidenvoyage in April 1912. We join theTitanic Trail, a fascinating guidedwalking tour exploring the harbourand learn more with a visit to theQueenstown Story, which depictsthe story of the Titanic and thehistory of mass emigration of over6 million people from this humbleharbour.WEDNESDAY –We travel north toDublin with time to explore themany highlights of the city,including Christ Church Cathedral,Phoenix Park, Customs House andDublin Castle. We also include avisit to the Guinness Storehouse,home of Ireland’s famous stout.After a spot of liquid refreshment,head to the shopping areas, visitTrinity College or the James JoyceMuseum.THURSDAY –Wemake our way toDublin Port for the swift sailing toHolyhead and continue home tothe Midlands.

On the 100th anniversary of launching of the Titanic, take a breakto southern Ireland and walk in the footsteps of this maritimelegend. Dine from the ship’s original menus and visit Cobhharbour – her final port of call – before enjoying an evening ofTitanic entertainment!!

Cobh Harbour

The Titanic TrailClubClass

Situated in the bustling markettown of Midleton, this hotel enjoysan enviable reputation for its warm,friendly atmosphere. Bedrooms areen suite with TV, telephone,tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and trouser press. Facilitiesinclude restaurant, café bar, indoorpool, sauna, steam rooms andoutdoor hot tub.Overnight Hotels: 1st night –Dooley’s Hotel, Waterford. 5th night– Stillorgan Park Hotel, Dublinoutskirts. Bedrooms are en suitewith TV, telephone and lift to allfloors.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • Return seacrossing via Rosslare/Dublin• 5 nights half board includingthemed dinners • Eveningentertainment • Admission toWaterford Crystal, the QueenstownStory and the Guinness Storehouse• Excursions to Kinsale andClonakilty • Guided walking tour ofCobh • Free time to exploreWaterford and Dublin• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £95Holiday insurance £36Tour departs by 8.00am approx.Returns by 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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Midleton, Cork

6 Day TourSat 20 – Thu 25 August £598

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WEDNESDAY –We travel southand visit Leeds Castle; its fairy talesetting, superb furnishings andhost of activities make it amemorable visit.THURSDAY –Wemake the shortjourney to Canterbury, dominatedby its magnificent toweringcathedral. This ancient city, withits historical sights and narrow,winding streets is a fascinatingplace to explore. Mid-afternoon wearrive in Folkestone to bewelcomed aboard the elegant‘Orient Express’. We will travel inpristine amber and creamcarriages with their marquetry,ornate brass accoutrements,engraved glass and mosaic floorsand during our memorable two-hour ride to London, afternoon teawill be served. Following thisaltogether decadent experience,our coach will be waiting atVictoria Station to return us home.

Travelling on the magical Orient Express is the ultimate luxurytrain experience – step on board and the real world evaporatesbehind you… Our visit to Leeds Castle is also sure to leave youspellbound and it certainly lives up to its description as ‘theloveliest castle in the world’, and there is time to explore historicCanterbury. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable trip.

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The Orient Express& Leeds Castle

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A recently refurbished andwelcoming hotel with excellentfacilities. Bedrooms are en suitewith TV, telephone, tea/coffeemaking facilities, iron and hair dryer.Facilities include restaurant, bar,coffee bar, gym, indoor pool and spatreatments (additional charge).

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service• 1 night half board • Admissionto Leeds Castle • Travel on the‘Orient Express’ with afternoon tea• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £21Holiday insurance £13.50Tours depart by 9.00am approx.Return by 8.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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Ashford, Kent

2 Day ToursWed 27 – Thu 28 April £338Wed 6 – Thu 7 July £348

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This interesting and varied itinerary take in parts of the CzechRepublic, Austria and Hungary. Highlights of our tour include timein the UNESCO site of Český Krumlov, a visit to beautiful Viennaand time on Hungary’s Lake Balaton.

Český Krumlov

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WEDNESDAY –Wemake ourway to Dover to catch our ferry to Calais,continuing to our comfortable hotel for an overnight stay.THURSDAY –Wehead south through incredible scenery to the Czech Republicand the town ofČeský Krumlov, a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site constructed inthe 13th century. It has a unique atmosphere and is surrounded by unspoiltcountryside. The narrow cobbled streets wind between aristocratic houses andyou’ll also spot Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and theatmosphericmedieval old town is not to bemissed. A cultural gem!FRIDAY – Enjoy a guidedwalking tour of the town thismorning to help you tomake themost of your time. The rest of the day is free to further explore thisenchanting town. Perhaps visit an ancient tavern in themedieval quarter, orenjoy some of the art that the town boasts.SATURDAY –We explore the area surroundingČeský Krumlov to experience thefantastic landscape, taking in sights such as Lake Plesne, the StifterMonumentand the Devil’sWall rock formation.SUNDAY –Wedepart for Vienna today.We include a guidedwalking tour toenable you to see themajor sites of this famedmusical city, situated on thebanks of the River Danube and often described as Europe’s cultural capital.MONDAY –Wedepart Vienna andmake ourway to beautiful Lake Balaton,where you can spend your first evening relaxing on the lake side.TUESDAY –Our destination today is the charming town of Tihany, set on apeninsulawithwind shaped basalt cliffs, almond trees, lavender fields andknown for its 18th century baroque church. Perhaps take a ride on theminiaturesightseeing train for breathtaking views.We also include a relaxing boat trip onthe lake today.WEDNESDAY – Keszthelyis the largest and oldest settlement on Lake Balatonand is situated at the southern tip of the lake and has trendy cafés, tree linedstreets and a bustlingmarket.Wecontinue to Hévíz, the site of Europe’slargest thermal lake.THURSDAY –We leave Lake Balatonand head to Germany for anovernight stay.FRIDAY –We continue to Belgium forour second overnight stay.SATURDAY –We return to Calais tocatch our ferry to Dover and thencontinue home to theMidlands.

A former Jesuit monastery from the16th century, located in the centre ofthis beautiful and historic town.

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Český Krumlov, Czech Republic

This comfortable and recentlyrefurbished hotel is located inVienna’s leafy suburbs.

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Vienna, Austria

A comfortable hotel, a fewminuteswalk from the lake front, with aprivate beach.Bedrooms are all en suite withtelephone, TV and hair dryer.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 10 nightshalf board • Return ferry viaDover/Calais (75 min) • Guidedwalking tours of Český Krumlovand Vienna • Boat trip • Excursionsaround Český Krumlov and LakeBalaton • Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £240Holiday insurance £42Tour departs by 5.00am approx.Returns by 9.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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Lake Balaton

11 Day TourWed 21 Sept – Sat 1 Oct £1.148

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SUNDAY –We begin our journey north, making a stop at the interesting AndertonBoat Lift. We take a ride on this unique lift, which allows boats to transferbetween the River Weaver and the Trent &Mersey Canal high above. There istime to have lunch here and also to explore the interesting exhibition.MONDAY – To nearby Chester today. We begin our visit with a guided tour of‘The Rows’. We explore inside the stores – from the cellars to the upper floors –and unravel their mysterious past. We will be taken to a part of the city that’s richin secret history and have a close look at some of the city’s unique treasures.There is free time for lunch and toexplore the city further before wereturn to our hotel.TUESDAY – A truly memorable journeyalong the 36-mile stretch of theManchester Ship Canal. Our cruiseincludes a lively commentary giving arevealing insight into the facts, historyand dramas of one of Britain’s majorwaterways. During our six hour cruise,we take in spectacular scenery, givingan awe-inspiring sense of how thecanal’s construction shaped the city ofManchester and the NorthWest ofEngland. Refreshments available onboardWEDNESDAY –We visit historic TattonPark (NT), an opulently decorated early19th century house in neo-classicalstyle which sits amidst a landscapeddeer park. It contains some wonderfulexamples of fine furniture andimpressive works of art and the themeof Victorian grandeur extends into thebeautiful gardens, with the Orangery,Italian and Japanese Gardensproviding spectacular colour.THURSDAY – It’s time to return hometoday and en route, we visit Hatworks,the UK’s only museum dedicated tothe hatting industry, hats andheadwear. We continue to Buxton,where there is time for lunch and toexplore before we return to theMidlands, passing through some lovelyPeak District scenery.

This interesting tour combines various aspects of Cheshire’shistoric past. Highlights include a ride on the Anderton Boat Lift, afascinating cruise on the Manchester Ship Canal and a visit tostunning Tatton Park.

Manchester Ship Canal

Manchester ShipCanal & Cheshire Delights

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This elegant and contemporaryhotel is set just outside thepicturesque village of Knutsford.Bedrooms are en suite with flatscreen TV, telephone, fridge, radioalarm clock, trouser press, iron andironing board, hair dryer andWiFiaccess. Hotel facilities includeMagnolia Restaurant, ColonialLounge, Cotton Club Bar, spa withindoor pool, spa bath, gym,solarium, sauna, fibre optic steamroom and outdoor hottub andfloodlit tennis courts.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 4 nightshalf board • Ride on the AndertonBoat Lift • Guided tour of Chester• Cruise on the Manchester ShipCanal • Admission to Tatton Park(NT) and the Hatworks Museum• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £60Holiday insurance £19Reduction for National TrustmembersTour departs 9.00am approx.Tour returns by 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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Knutsford

5 Day TourSun 31 July – Thu 4 Aug £428

FRIDAY –We arrive at our hotel inthe early afternoon, with time tosettle in and enjoy the hotel’sfacilities before we leave in theearly evening to journey toHatfield House for the Elizabethanbanquet. Enjoy a tasty four coursedinner in the 15th century GreatHall of Queen Elizabeth I’s OldPalace; the fare is traditionalEnglish with a twist. Enjoy wineand period entertainmentthroughout, with the opportunityto dance the night away.An evening to remember!SATURDAY – This morning, wejourney through the beautifullandscapes of Bedfordshire andCambridgeshire, including thechocolate box villages of OldWarden and Ickwell. Stopping offin the market town of St Neots, wejourney to Cambridge where weboard our ‘chauffeur driven’ puntalong the River Camb and enjoystrawberries and cream as we takein the highlights of Cambridge’scollege buildings. There is freetime to explore before we returnto our hotel.SUNDAY –We return home,making a stop at beautiful StoweLandscape Gardens (NT). From the18th century, writers, philosophers,artists and politicians have beeninspired by this remarkableGeorgian creation. Explore the 40temples and monuments, whichare set against an inspiringbackdrop of lakes and valleys.

A weekend of fun and culture with the highlight being anatmospheric Elizabethan banquet, held in the stunning location ofHatfield House. We also visit Cambridge to enjoy a trip on a‘chauffeur driven’ punt. A weekend not to be missed!

Elizabethan Banquet at Hatfield House

An English DreamClubClass

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Hertfordshire

3 Day TourFri 8 – Sun 10 July £274

Cambridge

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Letchworth Hall Hotel is a beautifulcountry retreat set in 8 acres oflandscaped gardens and boasts aperfect blend of old and new.Bedrooms are en suite with TV,telephone, tea/coffee makingfacilities, iron, trouser press and hairdryer. Facilities include restaurant,bar, indoor pool, sauna, steam roomand a fully equipped gym.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 2 nightshalf board • Elizabethan banquetwith 4 course meal, wine and periodentertainment • Punt ride• Strawberries and cream• Admission to StoweLandscape Gardens (NT)• Free time to explore Cambridge• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £NILHoliday insurance £14Reduction for National TrustmembersTour departs by 9.00am approx.Returns by 6.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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THURSDAY –Wemake our way toYork, arriving around lunchtime.The afternoon is free to explore atleisure. Perhaps pay a visit to themagnificent Minster, the YorvikViking Museum or the YorkBrewery Visitor Centre.FRIDAY – A day free to exploreYork. We include a ticket for theopen top bus to enable you toexplore at leisure. Favourite spotson the route include Clifford’sTower and the National RailwayMuseum.SATURDAY – The highlight of ourbreak today. The morning is free torelax and perhaps buy your picnicready for this evening. We enjoylunch at our hotel before departingfor Castle Howard for the GreatBritish Proms Spectacular. Flagsand singing voices will then needto be at the ready as the orchestralaunches into a huge finale oftraditional Proms favourites.Fireworks will fill the sky in abreathtaking finale. An evening toremember!SUNDAY – It’s time to return hometoday and wemake an interestingstop en route at the YorkshireSculpture Park.

Please note that customers areadvised to take a folding chair orblanket and a picnic for the Promsperformance.

This tour with a difference gives you the opportunity to exploreYork at your leisure; we include a ticket for the open top bus.The highlight of your break is the Great British Proms Spectacularwhich takes place at Castle Howard.

Castle Howard

Proms Spectacularat Castle Howard

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WEDNESDAY –We commence our journey north, making a stop for lunchen route and arriving at our hotel on the outskirts of Glasgow.THURSDAY –We continue north, through the spectacular scenery of theHighlands to reach Aviemore and enjoy a short ride on the StrathspeyRailway to Boat of Garten. We continue to Inverness, the ‘city in theHighlands’ with time to explore before continuing to our hotel.FRIDAY – Today’s train journey is the mainline service which takes usalong the picturesque east coast and then inland across the moorstowards Thurso. Thurso ismainland Scotland’s mostnortherly town and has a long andinteresting history.SATURDAY – The highlight of ourtour today as we take the trainride to the Kyle of Lochalsh,overlooking the Isle of Skye.This is one of the most scenicrail journeys in Britain and theviews are sure to create a lastingimpression!SUNDAY –We head south on boardour coach, once again passingthrough wonderful scenery as wemake our way to Edinburgh. Settlein to our central hotel with the restof the day to explore this historiccity. Perhaps visit the awe inspiringcastle, stroll along the atmosphericRoyal Mile, or take a ride on theopen top bus to see the sights froma different angle.MONDAY – A full day to exploreEdinburgh. Perhaps continue yourexploration of this most historic ofcities with a visit to theParliament, explore the medievalold town and the Georgian newtown, or enjoy the wide range ofshopping opportunities on offer.This is a city which is sure to leavean imprint on your memory.TUESDAY –A leisurely journey hometoday aswemake ourway south,with convenient stops en route.

A railway adventure with dramatic scenery. You may havetravelled through some of these areas by road but by train yougain a new perspective in a different atmosphere. Highlightsinclude the Strathspey Railway and the ride to the Kyle ofLochalsh, overlooking the Isle of Skye, undoubtedly one of themost scenic in Britain.

Strathspey Railway

Great HighlandRailways & HistoricEdinburgh

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A friendly hotel, well appointed andanxious to please, located on thebanks of the River Ouse in the heartof the city and well-liked by ourclients. Bedrooms are en suite withTV, telephone, tea/coffee makingfacilities and hair dryer. Facilitiesinclude the Royal Brasserie, bar andlounge overlooking the river.

Your Tour Includes• Door to door service • 3 nightshalf board • York open top busticket • Free time to explore York• Ticket to Proms Spectacular• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £54Holiday insurance £15Tour departs 9.00am approx.Tour returns by 5.00pm approx.Not included: 3 lunches, 1 dinner

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4 Day TourThu 18 – Sun 21 August £328

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Your Tour Includes• Door to door service• 6 nights half board• Train journeys on the StrathspeyRailway, the East Coast Mainlineand the Kyle Line • Free time toexplore Inverness and Edinburgh• Johnsons Tour Manager

Additional InformationSingle room £123Holiday insurance £21Tour departs by 8.30am approx.Returns by 7.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Your Hotels (furtherinformation can beprovided on request)1st NightErskine Bridge Hotel����

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Beauly, Inverness

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Edinburgh

7 Day TourWed 13 – Tue 19 July £798

– ‘FREE DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE’ – Be collected from and returned to your ownhome. This service is free of charge from anywhere inside the red line on the map below!Just pack your suitcase and wait for the doorbell to ring!

– ‘PARK & RIDE’ – Drive to our coach depot here and leave your car in our secure car park –for only £3 per car per day. In return, we will reduce the cost of your holiday by £20 per person.

– ‘DROP OFF AND COLLECT’ – You might prefer to be dropped off and collected byfriends or family from either our coach depot here, or for air and cruise holidays, at the departureterminal. If so, we will once again reduce the cost of your holiday by £20 per person.

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• All door to door services are provided by our own car and mini-coaches, or reputable hired in taxis.

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• Our Park & Ride car park is secure and well lit, but of course all cars are parked at the owners risk.

• For door to door services from outside the red line on the map – just call us for a price!

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For your comfort and relaxation ALL coachholidays are operated by our own highspecification ‘Club Class’ coaches.

Each has extra passenger legroom,comfortable reclining seats, plus toilet andhot drinks facilities as well as great

sightseeing from the highpassenger deck.

Once booked, your seatnumber is reserved for thewhole holiday (except oncoach/air/cruise holidays –please see section 17 of ourTrading Charter).

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Enquiries, information and adviceThis is readily available. Callers are welcome at our offices atLiveridge Hill (on the Birmingham Road, A3400, just north ofHenley), where there is ample parking. Alternatively, telephone on01564 797000. You will find our cheerful staff happy to help.

Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9.00am – 5.30pm, Sat 9.00am – 1pm

Provisional bookingA simple telephone call isall that is needed. We canhold places for youwithout obligation for7 days. You can bookdirectly with our TravelOffice, online, or throughan appointed TravelAgent.

Confirming a bookingWe ask you to completeand sign a booking form. A deposit of £75 per person is requiredfor all Coach Holidays. All air and cruise holidays require a depositof £250 per person. Upon receipt of your booking form anddeposit, we will send you a confirmation/invoice.

Paying the balanceThe balance is payable 6 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE DATE OFDEPARTURE (10 WEEKS FOR AIR TOURS). The amount due and thedate by which it is payable is clearly shown on yourconfirmation/invoice. Please note that REMINDERS ARE NOT SENT.

Methods of paymentPayment can be made by cash, cheque, Visa, Mastercard and Switch.

Your holiday travel pack7-10 days prior to your holiday you will receive your travel packwhich will contain luggage labels, your home pick-up time (whereapplicable) and any additional information regarding your holiday.

Holiday Travel InsuranceOur popular insurance cover is recommended and is tailored to suitthe needs of our passengers. You will find the costs detailed in the‘Additional Information’ section of each holiday. Please note that itis a requirement that all passengers are insured.Our travel insurance is extensive and straightforward – there areno age restrictions and no automatic health screening – thisapplies to UK, overseas coach holidays and European cruises.For worldwide tours a simple health check procedure is operated.For passengers opting for Johnsons holiday insurance, full details ofinclusions, exclusions, excesses, excess waiver and claims procedurecan be found in the insurance section on page 4 of the BookingForm, in the centre of this brochure. A certificate showing full detailsof the policy, inclusions, exclusions and claims procedure is issuedwhen booking. Should the need arise to make a claim, contact usimmediately by telephone and then in writing and we will do the rest.

PassportsFor all overseas air tours and cruises and European coach tours,you will require a valid passport. For UK air tours, photographicidentification is required.

PorterageWe include this in the price all our coach holidays. Please notehowever that on air tours, passengers are required to beresponsible for their own luggage at airports.

Flight TimesPlease note that all flight times aresubject to change by the airline.

ItinerariesAll itineraries featured in thisbrochure are subject to change dueto local conditions.

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