Archives November 2016

Vietnam Highlights

Includes

  • Return flights from Windhoek
  • All airport taxes
  • Transfers throughout
  • 9 day/ 8 Night tour
  • Trip includes a half day tour of Hanoi, a cruise around Halong Bay, a visit to the 400 year old Japanese covered bridge in Hoi An, a tour of Ho hi Minh City and much more.
  • 8 nights in twin share accommodation, air conditioned transportation and regional English speaking guides
  • 1 night on a local train
  • Local English speaking guides
  • Entrance fees for all sight-seeing tours as specified in the itinerary
  • Meals indicated in program
  • Domestic flight from Da Nang International to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (Economy)
  • International air ticket reconfirmation

Excludes

  • Vietnam visa
  • Personal insurance
  • Gratuities for guide, driver, waiter/waitress, bell boy, etc.
  • All other services not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Optional tours
  • Travel Insurance
  • Meals not specified
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Beverages.

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TOUR DETAILS
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Seat in coach tour departure dates:
17 Feb, 17 Mar, 14 Apr, 12 May, 16 Jun, 14 Jul, 18 Aug, 15 Sept, 20 Oct 2017

Day 1 – Arrival in Hanoi.
Meet & Transfer to city. Check in hotel. The rest of the day is free. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2 – Hanoi half day sightseeing. (B)
In the morning, take a half-day city tour to Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature and a walking tour of the Old Quarter. The afternoon is free. (Optional tours are available at additional charge)

Day 3 – Hanoi – Halong (B/L/D)
After breakfast, drive to Halong. Embark for a cruise around Halong Bay. Overnight in Halong.

Day 4 – Halong Bay – Hanoi – Night train to Hue (Brunch)
Morning continue boat cruise around Halong Bay with brunch onboard. In the afternoon, drive back to Hanoi. That evening, transfer to Hanoi railway station for overnight train to Hue.

Day 5 – Hue arrival – half day sightseeing (L)
Arrive in Hue, meet at railway station & transfer to hotel. Lunch with Hue specialties at local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Hue Citadel and Royal Antique Museum

Day 6 – Hue – Hoi An (B)
In the morning, take a boat trip on Huong river to Thien Mu pagoda then drive to Hoi An Ancient town. In the afternoon, take a walking tour to explore this World Heritage Site. Highlights include an ancient merchant house, the Phuc Kien
Assembly Hall, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge and the vibrant riverside market.

Day 7 – Hoi An – Da Nang – Flight to Ho Chi Minh city (HCMC) (Breakfast)
The morning is free. (Optional tours are available at additional charge) In the afternoon, take a flight to HCMC. Transfer to hotel upon arrival.

Day 8 – HCM City half day sightseeing. (B)
Half day tour including Cathedral, GPO, the China town with visit to Binh Tay market and Thien Hau temple. Afternoon is free. (Optional tours are available at additional charge).

Day 9 – HCMC – Departure (B)
Free until transfer to airport for departure.

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Subject to availability at time of reservation and prices subject to change without notice

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Solo Traveller

We’ve waived or reduced the Single Supplement on a generous number of itineraries and departures for guests eager to see the world solo. Book early, as these fares sell out quickly.

Castles along the Rhine (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Mar 19, 26 | Apr 5, 16, 19 | May 17, 21 | Jun 7, 25 | Jul 2, 5, 26, 30 | Aug 6, 27 | Sep 17, 27 | Oct 8, 11, 29 | Nov 1, 5

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ALL INCLUSIVE

  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
  • Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions
  • Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, and mineral water
  • 6 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
  • Guided “Go Active,” “Do as the Locals Do,” “Village Day” and “Gentle Walking” programs
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audioheadset system on all excursions
  • Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks
  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the exquisite S.S. Antoinette or the elegant River Empress
  • Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® of England beds, high-thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
  • Free Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • 4 countries: France, Germany, The Netherlands, Switzerland
  • 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
  • Captivating onboard local entertainment
  • Cultural enrichment, including a Signature Lecture: “The Rhine River: Shaping European History from the Romans to the European Union”
  • All transfers on arrival and departure days
  • All gratuities, both onboard and onshore
  • Exclusive Generations Family Programme on select summer departures

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A Portrait of Majestic France (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Apr 2, 16
  • May 7
  • Jun 4
  • Jul 2, 23
  • Aug 13, 20
  • Sep 3
  • Oct 22
  • Nov 5

Bordeaux, Vineyards & Châteaux (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Apr 2, 16
  • May 7
  • Jun 11
  • Jul 2, 16
  • Aug 6, 27
  • Sep 10
  • Oct 8
  • Nov 12

Burgundy & Provence (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Mar 26
  • Apr 9, 23
  • May 28
  • Jul 23, 30
  • Aug 6, 13
  • Sep 10
  • Oct 8
  • Nov 5

Classic Christmas Markets (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Dec 8

Danube Holiday Markets (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Dec 9, 16

Delightful Danube & Prague (2017)

Reduced Single Supplement

  • May 8
  • Jul 17, 31
  • Aug 14
  • Sep 6
  • Oct 18
  • Nov 1

Enchanting Christmas & New Year’s Cruise (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Dec 23

Enchanting Danube (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Mar 19, 26
  • Apr 2, 16
  • Jun 25
  • Jul 2, 23
  • Aug 13, 20
  • Sep 3
  • Oct 15
  • Nov 12

European Holiday Markets (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Nov 30
  • Dec 14

European Jewels (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • May 15, 31
  • Jun 7
  • Jul 19
  • Aug 16, 30
  • Sep 13
  • Oct 11
  • Nov 1

Gems of Northern Italy (2017)

Reduced Single Supplement

  • Mar 31
  • Apr 7, 21
  • Jun 16
  • Jul 21
  • Aug 11, 25
  • Sep 8
  • Oct 13
  • Nov 3

Grand Christmas & New Year’s Cruise (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Dec 22

Grand European Discovery (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • May 14
  • Jun 25
  • Aug 20
  • Sep 17
  • Oct 15

Grand France (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Mar 26
  • Apr 9, 23
  • Jun 4
  • Jul 2, 30
  • Aug 13, 27
  • Oct 22

Highlights of Eastern Europe (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Apr 5, 10
  • May 22
  • Jun 5
  • Jul 3
  • Aug 14, 23
  • Sep 20
  • Oct 4

Holland & Belgium at Tulip Time (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Mar 26
  • Apr 16

Imperial Waterways of Russia (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Jun 24
  • Jul 6

Legendary Rhine & Moselle (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Apr 21
  • May 3
  • Jun 24
  • Jul 18, 30
  • Aug 11, 23
  • Sep 28
  • Oct 22
  • Nov 3

Paris & Impressions of the Seine (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Mar 28
  • Apr 6, 15
  • May 3
  • Jun 17
  • Jul 5, 23
  • Aug 10, 19
  • Sep 15
  • Oct 12, 30
  • Nov 8

Paris & Normandy (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Apr 9, 23
  • May 7
  • Jun 11
  • Jul 16, 23
  • Aug 6, 20
  • Sep 3
  • Oct 22
  • Nov 5

Parisian Royal Holiday (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Dec 6, 13

Portraits of Eastern Europe (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Apr 10
  • May 22
  • Jun 5
  • Aug 14, 28
  • Sep 25

Rhine Holiday Markets (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Nov 28
  • Dec 5

Rhine-Main Discovery & Munich (2017)

Reduced Single Supplement

  • May 19
  • Jun 16
  • Aug 11, 20
  • Sep 17
  • Oct 15
  • Nov 3

Splendors of Italy (2017)

Reduced Single Supplement

  • Mar 31
  • Apr 7, 21
  • Jun 16
  • Jul 21
  • Aug 11, 25
  • Sep 8
  • Oct 13
  • Nov 3

Tulips and Windmills (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Mar 30
  • Apr 3

Ultimate European Journey (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • May 3
  • Jun 14
  • Jul 3, 26
  • Aug 14
  • Sep 25

Ultimate France (2017)

Waived Single Supplement

  • Apr 9
  • May 28
  • Jun 11
  • Jul 2, 23
  • Aug 6, 27
  • Sep 3
  • Oct 22

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2017 Victoria Falls Marathon

Africa plays host to some ‘must do’ marathons, and the 2017 Econet Victoria Falls Marathon is definitely one of them! With a vibey ambiance and an epic sunset cruise, this feels much more like good fun than hard work! Yet, with great prizes up for grabs, don’t be fooled into thinking this run should not be taken seriously. And if the inclines on the route don’t take your breath away, the breathtaking backdrop of the iconic Victoria Falls surely will.

We’ve put together 3 night packages at selected Victoria Falls Hotels, which include all transfers, Race entry fee and official Marathon Sunset Cruise.

Prices include:

  • Return airport transfers from/to Victoria Falls International Airport
  • guaranteed bib number
  • T-shirt
  • medal
  • goodie bag
  • 3 nights accommodation in Victoria Falls on a bed and breakfast basis
  • Transfers to and from race start/ finish line (excludes transfer to race start for clients booked at Kingdom or
    Ilala Lodge)
  • Race entry fee : full/ half marathon
  • Official Marathon Sunset Cruise (including park fees and transfers)
  • Services of on-site coordinator at race and over weekend

Prices exclude:
Flights, taxes, visas, travel insurance, health requirements, equipment rental, drinks, all items of a personal nature and any other service not specified.

Combine this race with a safari to Hwange National Park, Zambezi National Park, or any other park in Zimbabwe – or Chobe National Park, in nearby Botswana – just a few of the suggested extensions we can assist you in booking.

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  • Day 1: Friday – 16 June 2017
    On arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport you will be met and transferred to Victoria Falls. Spend 3 nights here
    inclusive of breakfast daily in your choice of hotel (see price list below)
  • Day 2: Saturday –17 June 2017
    Spend the day relaxing at the pool or you may choose to participate in some of the many activities on offer (for own
    account) or explore the town where you can buy curios and have lunch at one of the local restaurants.
  • Day 3: Sunday – 18 June 2017
    Victoria Falls Marathon – RACE DAY
    Transfers from to/ from the stadium will be provided for all Wild Frontiers clients. The stadium offers shade, a cashbar
    and food stalls. Transfers not included for guests staying at Kingdom Hotel or Ilala Lodge.
    This afternoon around 15h30 you will be met and transferred to the jetty for the official Marathon Sunset Cruise.
  • Day 4: Monday – 19 June 2017
    Transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport for your flight back home.

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SA and Namibian Traveller Rates | Land Only

  • Kingdom Hotel from:
    N$ 5 955 pps | N$ 8 840 single person per room
  • Sprayview Hotel from:
    N$ 6 285 pps  | N$ 7 955 single person per room
  • Victoria Falls Hotel from:
    N$ 8 680 pps | N$ 14 030 single person per room
  • Ilala Lodge from:
    N$ 8 825 pps | N$ 11 610 single person per room
  • Victoria Falls Safari Lodge from:
    N$ 10 135 pps | N$ 10 135 single person per room

* All prices are subject to change due to any unforeseen price increase or rate of exchange fluctuations. Calculated based on ROE as at 31 Oct 2016.


International Traveller Rates

  • Kingdom Hotel from:
    USD 580 pps | USD 845 single person per room
  • Sprayview Hotel from:
    USD 445 pps  | USD 560 single person per room
  • Victoria Falls Hotel from:
    USD 720 pps | USD 1 190 single person per room
  • Ilala Lodge from:
    USD 750 pps | USD 1 000 single person per room
  • Victoria Falls Safari Lodge from:
    USD 715 pps | USD 715 single person per room

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The route takes you from the start at the post office opposite Kingdom Hotel, towards the old bridge between Zimbabwe and Zambia, offering runners spectacular views of the Victoria Falls. Turn around just before the Zambia border post before crossing the bridge again and heading up Zambezi Drive parallel to the Zambezi River. Once past the massive baobab tree you turn onto the road leading up to the Zambezi National Park. Run a shady loop into the park where you may see some game. We have game rangers deployed along the route for safety. Continue to Victoria Falls town and residential area. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and enthusiasm from the water stations before finishing at the school on the Kazangula Road.

Developed in conjunction with the National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe, the Victoria Falls Marathon race is an AIMS (Association of International Marathon and Distance Races) registered event. The marathon race provides a platform for both local and international runners to pit themselves against the best! The route is well supported by regular water points and cooling down sections, all ably managed by the sponsors. All athletes are advised to spend the night before the race in the town of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (NOT the Zambia side of the falls) as the border post will be closed early morning on the day of the race.

Start times:
All runs start on the main road close to Ilala Lodge and Kingdom Hotel, and finish at the school. This may change, please check on registration. Follow the markings directing each race.

  • 42.2km marathon @ 06h45 am
  • 21.1km half marathon @ 07h15 am
  • 7.5 km Fun Run @ 08h15 am

Cut off times:

  • 42.2km: cut-off after 6 hrs (12h30 noon)
  • 21.1km: cut-off after 6 hrs
  • Fun Run: no cut-off

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