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Arctic Realms: Polar Bears, Walruses, & Icebergs!

June 24th to July 3rd, 2024

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club (http://www.photoflytravel.com/) have invited us on an amazing adventure to Arctic!

This excursion will be onboard a specially designed cruising vessel that will navigate the many islands, inlets, and areas of the southern Arctic Ocean.

E-mail us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Sign up at: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/arctic-polar-bears-group-tours/

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• 9 nights/10 day adventure
• All-inclusive
• Knowledgeable guides throughout
• Comfortable expedition vessel with included workshops and activities (included free of charge!)

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Join us in the realm of Polar Bears, Walruses, & the most beautiful ice in the world! Svalbard (also known as Spitsbergen) is the premier hub for exploring this polar region. Touched by three seas – The Norwegian Sea, the Greenland Sea, and the Arctic Ocean – Svalbard is the largest and only permanently populated island of the Svalbard archipelago of northern Norway. By far the largest wilderness area in Europe, Svalbard offers some of the finest scenery and wildlife experiences in the world. Its rugged mountains and rolling tundra offer plenty of opportunities for hiking, snowshoeing, photography, and all-around polar adventure. Our travel club has partnered with the best-specialized operator in the industry taking groups to the Arctic and Antarctic for over 25 years!

Activities & Adventures are included!

Shore Excursions and Zodiac Cruises: Zodiac rides emphasize active wildlife and nature experiences. Guided shore excursions, walks, wildlife spotting, etc.

Shore Based Walking: Our guides will lead the shore excursions and will decide where to go and what to do.

Hiking: Expand upon the normal shore walking program on optional hikes.

Bird Watching: With your guide, spot the various species of local animals.

Workshops & Lectures: If we are unable to disembark for a planned activity due to weather conditions, etc. we’ll sometimes have the option of enjoying interactive workshops and activities.

Wildlife: These parts are visited and occupied by walrus, several types of whales, polar bears, several types of seals, reindeer, Arctic fox, puffins, migratory birds, and others.

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• All taxes, tours, and fees included as per itinerary
• All transfers and ground transportation included
• Roommate pairing to save money as always to avoid single supplement
• International airfare not included (one booking will be your round-trip tickets between your home airport and Oslo (OSL), another round-trip booking between Oslo (OSL) and Longyearbyen (LYR) to reach the ship's port)
• EMAIL US to see the daily itinerary for our Arctic small group tours at joinus@photoflytravel.com

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Join Us!

*For our solo travelers, you will share accommodations with others of the same gender.

Price: $5,395 - $9,925 depending on cabin style, type, and occupancy

*Single Supplement: Email us for details

Deposit: 10% of cabin type

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/arctic-polar-bears-group-tours/

June 28th – July 6th, 2024

Email us to see daily itinerary at joinus@photoflytravel.com.

We're invited to another incredible adventure with our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club (www.photoflytravel.com)!

Sign up & Secure your spot at: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/ireland-group-tours/

For several years, our travel club has returned to explore the vibrant, green lands of Ireland and the adventure usually sells out.

* 8 Night /9 Day Ireland small group tour
* Full Irish breakfast every day
* 2 dinners (Welcome & Farewell Dinner)
* Quaint boutique B&Bs & top-rated hotels throughout
* Private Irish driver/guide throughout
* As always this entire trip will be amazing for photography. (PhotoFly Travel Club adventures are laid back when it comes to photography. They are not workshop-style based tours and you do not need to be an avid photographer to join. All are welcome!)
* All Ground & Water Transfers Included

- Historic Kilkenny: This charming “city” of 25,000 is indeed the smallest in the country and has been coined the medieval capital of Ireland. Kilkenny Castle and Gardens, Black Abbey, & the original “round tower” of St. Canice’s Cathedral (stunning views & photographs from the top!) are just a few highlights to explore here.
- The Rock of Cashel: On arrival in Dublin our road trip begins by heading south to our first encounter with stunning medieval architecture.
- Lismore Castle Gardens: A spectacular drive with photo stops over the Knockmealdown Mountains takes us to the beautiful heritage town of Lismore. Visit the colorful castle gardens, covered in beautiful flowers, plants & trees, arranged over seven acres within the castle’s 17th century defensive walls.
- Irish Whiskey Tasting & Tour: This historic Distillery was fully preserved and is now home to the Jameson Experience.
- City of Cork: Ireland’s third largest city “is first in every important respect – at least according to the locals, who cheerfully refer to it as
the ‘real capital of Ireland’.
- Boat Trip to Garnish Island: This small island lies in the sheltered harbor of Glengarriff in Bantry Bay. World renowned for its gardens carefully laid out for beautiful walks.
- Kenmare: Free time to wander around this beautiful town self-proclaimed as a “walkers paradise”.
- Sneem and the Ring of Kerry: The village of Sneem on the spectacular Ring of Kerry is nestled between mountains and the wild, rugged, coast offering some of the best views in the country!
- Optional Kayak Excursion: A unique, expertly guided experience on Kenmare Bay with stable and comfortable kayaks.
- Hamlet of Castlecove Hike: Our local guide will take us over the hills to the neighboring village of Caherdaniel.
- The Dingle Peninsula: Dingle is magic, its mellow landscape is one of green hills and golden sands culminating in Europe’s most westerly point.
- Slea Head Drive: An epic drive around the most stunning parts of Dingle Peninsula.
- Dingle Town: A vibrant fishing port in the heart of the peninsula, this charming fishing village has a picturesque variety of shops, comfy pubs, café’s, and charming B&Bs.
- Cliffs of Moher: Looming over County Clare’s west coast, the cliffs stretch for 5 miles and 700 feet over the Atlantic Ocean.
- Galway: Our local guide will show us around the best spots and hidden corners of this great city.
- Prehistoric Wonders of Newgrange Tombs: A fascinating guided tour around 5,000 year old tombs decorated with Neolithic art.
- Dublin: Fast becoming the premier city destination in Europe.
- Guinness Storehouse: Guinness is synonymous with Ireland and when in Dublin, no visit is complete without a trip to the Guinness Storehouse.
- Trinity College & The Book of Kells: Trinity College is the oldest university in Ireland with the amazing Old Library building.
- St. Patricks Cathedral: The largest and tallest church in Ireland, St. Patricks was built between 1191 and 1270.
- Kilmainham Gaol (Prison): Kilmainham Gaol is one of the largest unoccupied gaols, in Europe, covering some of the most heroic and tragic events in Ireland’s emergence as a modern nation from the 1780s to the 1920s.
- Final Night Irish Dinner, Song, & Dance at the Merry Ploughboy Pub

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Price: $3,495
*Single Supplement: $995.00

Deposit: $600.00
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/ireland-group-tours/

Best of Madagascar

August 25th - September 6th, 2024

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• 12N/13D for the best of Madagascar
• Privately guided and local experts throughout
• Breakfast every day
• 11 Dinners included
• Domestic flights included
• Optional paradise island extension available!

E-mail us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club are relaunching their incredible Madagascar trip!

"Madagascar is the world’s fourth-largest island where you will "discover an extraordinary storehouse of natural and cultural riches. Separated from Africa and Asia at the time of the dinosaurs, Madagascar's animal life has evolved in a startling myriad of forms, with endemic species found nowhere else on earth." - Rough Guides

The East: The Green Corridor of Madagascar (5 Days)

Antananarivo (3 Nights)
- Free time to explore the city.
- Peyrieras Private Farm: En route to Andasibe, this must-stop farm is home to 3,000 species of butterflies and almost all the chameleon species.

Andasibe (2 Nights)
- Parc National Analamazaotra: Home to many species of lemur, excellent viewing in the rainforest.
- Manjakandriana Workshop & Beekeeping Center: Local workshop ox-drawn carriages used to transport people and goods.
- Perinet Reserve & Guided Evening Nature Walk: Numerous species of lemurs and night walk through the forest in search of nocturnal animals.

The North: An Evolutionary Playground (8 Days)
"The island's northernmost tip - the "tropical north" - is one of its richest biodiversity hotspots, with lush tropical rainforests and mangroves extending to azure lagoons and white, palm-fringed beaches. Here visitors will find the perfect chance to explore some of Madagascar's whacky fauna, flora, and scenery in the national parks, before stretching out on the sand to admire the Indian Ocean, cocktail in hand." - Africa Geographic

Diego Suarez AKA Antsiranana (4 Nights)
- Guided walking tour
- Coastlines & white sand beaches: Explore the 3 bays of Ramena by 4X4 and on foot for seafood, swimming, and sand.
- French Mountain hike: Panoramic views of coastline on from a colonial fortification
- The Emerald Sea: Sail and snorkel in a tropical wonderland on traditional wooden hull sailboats with a BBQ seafood lunch
- Red Tsingy: Jagged red limestone formations

Amber Mountain National Park (1 Night)
- Epic Nature Walk: Crater lakes, waterfalls, lemurs, orchids, palms, and endless flora.

Ankarana National Reserve (2 Nights)
- Explore the park: 200 million-year-old limestone pinnacles and abundant wildlife. In terms of wildlife, eleven species of lemur live in the dry forest as well.
- Tsingy Rary Trail: Hike through forest and riverbed and past a giant sinkhole! Moe chances to photograph a variety of lemurs, birds, bright green geckos, and the massive field of limestone.

E-mail us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Price: $3,495
Single Supplement: $998

Deposit: $600.00
Check out our club's official trip page: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/best-of-madagascar-group-tours/

Nosy Be - Optional Paradise Island Extension

• 4N/5D on tropical Nosy Be
• Privately guided adventures and local experts throughout
• Breakfast every day
• 4 Dinner included

Nosy Be (3 Nights)
The name means "Big Island" and "Madagascar’s number-one beach destination, has all the ingredients you'd expect: soft white sand, turquoise waters, and wonderful seafood. A paradise for water-based activities with its sunny climate most of the year, there is plenty of swimming, snorkeling, sailing, and fishing." - Lonely Planet

- Free time explore: Discover volcanic lakes, lemurs, rum distilleries, Ylang Ylang plantations, and intricate coral reefs.
- Fishing village on Nosy Komba: A short boat ride to another island with traditional fishing boats, embroidery, and woodcraft market.
- Discovery Park: An open, outdoor zoo with boa constrictors, chameleons, land turtles, and macaco lemurs.
- Snorkel Nosy Tanikely Underwater Reserve: Protected underwater oasis is full of corals, sea anemones, multicolored fish, crustaceans, and sea turtles. Enjoy a picnic lunch before more free time.
- The Best Beach in Madagascar (Optional): An optional adventure to Nosy Iranja has been tagged the 8th most beautiful beach in the world and is formed by two small islets connected by a long white sandbar. At low tide, walk across the sand bar from one islet to the other where sea turtles and palm crabs are the primary residents.

Price: $1,595
Single Supplement: $370

September 16th - September 24, 2024

Join here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/bali-small-group-tours/

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.comfor the daily itinerary!

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club have invited us to their classic adventure in Bali.

We’ve been exploring Bali for years crafting a one of a kind experience to the best known and unknown treasures of this special island. From the coastal temples of Tanah Lot, to the gorgeous pure white sand beaches and snorkeling on Nusa Penida island, to the man made wonders of the Antosari rice terraces, we will see an incredible slice of diverse spectacle’s throughout Bali. The food is incredible, amazing photography opportunities, and the locals are known for their friendliness.

• 8 Night/9 Day adventure
• Amazing Balinese style bungalows and boutique hotels
• Breakfast daily
• Guided tour of the famous, seaside Tanah Lot Temple
• Explore beautiful waterfalls among the interior mountains of Munduk
• Wander through stunning rice terrace landscapes in Antosari
• Nusa Penida island for activities on white sand beaches, snorkel with manta ray (optional), tropical landscapes, towering seaside cliffs, and island life
• Additional optional half day island hopping exploration
• Explore the famous Monkey Forest of Ubud
• Final night Balinese Dance Performance w/ dinner

Bali small group tours inclusions:

• Privately guided, small group tour
• Delicious local meals throughout - 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
• 3 Massages throughout the experience - great way to unwind and relax at the end of a day’s adventure!
• All taxes and entrance included
• All transfers and ground transportation included
• Roommate pairing
• International airfare is not included but we will assist all guests with finding the best flight! We will be flying into and out of Denpasar International Airport (airport code: DPS)

Email us to see daily itinerary for our Bali tour at joinus@photoflytravel.com

Join Us!

For our solo travelers, we can pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $2,395.00
Single Supplement: $595.00

Deposit: $600.00

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/bali-small-group-tours/

September 26th - October 3rd, 2024

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club ( http://www.photoflytravel.com/ ) have invited us to a one of a kind adventure throughout Iceland!

Email joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary.

Sign up at: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/iceland-uncovered/

• 7 Nights /8 Days small group tour
• Breakfast daily
• 6 Dinners and 1 Lunch included
• Boutique B&Bs & top rated hotels
• 4×4 custom rigged Mercedes Sprinter van
• Private, local expert guide throughout

Reykjavík Region

• Reykjavík: Explore the city on your own or hire a local guide
• Hallgrimskirkja Church: The country’s tallest & by far most domineering church
• The Blue Lagoon: Unique, supernatural blue water in this outdoor pool

Sudhurland Region (The South)

• The Golden Circle: Epic day trip takes us around breathtaking waterfalls, geysers, volcanic craters, and stunning national parks.
• Geysir Geothermal Area: see Strokkur geyser which shoots a column of water up to 98 ft.
• Gulfoss Falls: Thousands of tons of icy water thunder majestically down in a double-fall, deep into the gorge.
• Thingvellir National Park: Beautiful canyon, which is actually the meeting point of the American and Eurasian tectonic plates
• Kerid Volcanic Crater: Caldera composed of red volcanic rock 180 ft. deep, 560 ft. wide, 885 ft. across!
• Skogafoss Waterfall: Standing at 200 ft, impressive is an understatement.
• Vik’s Black Sand Beaches: At one end we will discover The Needles, unique basalt sea stack formations.
• Fjadrargljufur Canyon Hike: One of the most spectacular canyons in Iceland, natures wild creation stretches for 1 mile along the Fjaðrá River.
• Seljalandsfoss Waterfall: Fed by melting water from a glacier this powerful waterfall cascades into a pretty meadow

Highlands Region

• Vatnajokull National Park: Western Europe’s largest national park home to the continents largest glacier of the same name
• Svartifoss (Black Falls): Water tumbling 100 ft over the edge, the falls are bordered on both sides by tall black basalt columns, resembling the pipes of a giant organ!
• Optional Glacier Hike

Austerland Region (The East)

• Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon: Blue, white, turquoise, and black streaked icebergs shift and creak
• Glacier Lagoon Boat Cruise: We’ll float among the huge icebergs of Jökulsárlón to get close

Vesturland Region (The West)

• Snaefellsnes Peninsula: Friendly towns and villages, spectacular mountains, tall seaside cliffs
• Village of Arnarstapi & Arch Rock: Harbor village home to magnificent basalt rock formations stacked along sea cliffs.
• Djúpalónssandur Beach: Picturesque beach is covered with countless, little black stones shaped by the constant pounding of waves, ocean, and wind.
• Kirkjufell Mountain & Waterfalls: This extinct volcano is the icon of the peninsula

Join Us!

Price: $4,195
Single Supplement: $1,195

Deposit: $600.00

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/iceland-uncovered/
Optional North Iceland Extension

Geothermal Wonderland (3 nights)

October 3rd – October 6th, 2024

We’ll be here during an ideal time to see the mysterious Northern Lights!

• 3 nights /4 Days North Iceland small group tour
• Breakfast daily
• Boutique B&Bs & top rated hotels
• Round Trip Domestic Flights Included (REK <–> AEY), $400 value!
• Private, local expert guide throughout!

Nordurland Region (The North)

• Akureyri Town: Cute, small city in north Iceland
• Lake Mývatn: Expansive lake with ideal hiking and walking areas throughout
• Goðafoss Waterfall: 100 ft. wide with water flowing around a semicircular rim, it falls 40 ft. into the foaming pool below.
• Pseudocraters of Skutustadagigar: Formed by gas explosions when boiling lava flowed over these wetlands, the craters are a real site to photograph.
• Dimmuborgir: “The Dark Fortess” is the most common translation for these incredible lava formations.
• Mt. Namafjall, Geothermal Area: Gigantic mud craters surrounded by colorful sulfur crystals, boiling mud pots, steam vents, and other geological wonders.
• Dettifoss: Europe’s Most Powerful Waterfall!
• Ásbyrgi Canyon: A massive horseshoe-shaped rock formation, surrounded by cliffs reaching 328 ft.
• Hljodaklettar, “Cave of Echoes”: Strange echoes & acoustics created by the numerous caves and formations

North Island Extension (optional)

Price: $2,250
Single Supplement: $395.00

Deposit: $600.00

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/iceland-uncovered/

Portugal & The Azores

September 29th - October 13th, 2024

Join Here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/portugal-azores-group-tours/

E-mail us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club are relaunching their Portugal and Azores tour. It is an excellent program in a small group that highlights the diverse and stunning culture of Old-World Portugal and the gorgeous landscapes, beaches, and villages of the Azores.

Part 1: Mainland Portugal (8 Nights/9 Days)

Porto & the North (3 Nights)

- Privately guided walking tour of city landmarks
- The most colorful & lively district: Discover Ribeira
- Wine tasting while exploring the valley: Road trip along the route that offers viewpoints, wine, and walks.
- Cruise on the Douro

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Central Portugal & Mountain Villages (1 Night)

- Free time in Piódão village: This is the perfect place to wander the narrow streets and peculiar alleys made of shale rock.
- Exploring Foz d'Égua: This moderate hike begins in Piódão and takes us to an idyllic and unforgettable little village.
- Convent of the Soothing of the Blessed Sacrament: This historical landmark and former 18th-century convent is our hotel for the night!
- The Schist Villages: Talesnal & Casal de São Simão
- Fragas de São Simão Walkway: The wooden paths embrace dramatic granite landscapes, steep hills, an enchanting valley, and also vestiges of laurel forest.

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Coimbra & the Coast (2 Nights)

- Privately guided tour of the University City
- Visit University of Coimbra: Highlights include their massive Baroque Library and Cabinet of Curiosities filled with unusual treasures through the ages.
- The Old Cathedral built in 1117
- The Walled Labyrinth privately guided walking tour of Óbidos'

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Lisbon, City of Hills (2 Nights)

- Guided tuk-tuk adventure in the capital
- St. George's Castle: Towering dramatically above Lisbon, the 11th-century fortifications
- Belém Tower & the Monument of Discoveries: See and photograph these World-Heritage Sites that represent the epi-center of the Portuguese Age of Discovery.

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Part 2: The Azores (6 Nights/7 Days)

São Miguel: The Green Isle (2 Nights)

- Botanical gardens and hot springs
- The most unique meal in the world: The stew cooked using Furnas’s natural volcanic heat!
- The oldest tea plantation in Europe
- Epic photos at viewpoints
- Giant caldera hike
- The Azorean Pineapple: A fun stop takes us to one of the 6,000 pineapple plantations on the island.

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Faial: The Blue Isle (2 Nights)

- Explore the great crater & interpretation center
- Botanical garden of Faial

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Pico: The Mountain Island (Day Trip)

- Cachorro Rocks: A photo stop reveals unique volcanic rock formations.
- Adega A Buraca Winery
- Whaling Factory and Fishermen Museum
- Church of São Mateus
- Criação Velha Vinyards The unique methods for producing grapes ideal for winemaking on such difficult terrain is what lead to this site's important designation. Lajido da Criação Velha is the best example showcasing the art of dividing the land and planting vines in the lava rock.

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Flores: The Flower Island (2 Nights)

- The westernmost county in Europe
- A curious rock: Rocha dos Bordões is the postcard image and symbol of Flores. The basaltic formation provides a unique and unforgettable landscape with geometrical rock columns that resemble a man-made structure.
- The great fajãs: This Portuguese term describes the beautiful coastal formation of a small flat land on the ocean below giant cliffs
More beauty at the highest point: The Morro Alto forest reserve area is the highest point on Flores Island.
- The 7 Lagoas: We'll explore this lush area with a number of serene lakes throughout the valleys.

Corvo Day Trip: The Black Isle

- Caldeirão, The Crater: This ancient crater is responsible for the epic landscape of the extinct volcano that gave rise to the island.
- The Village: Vila Nova do Corvo is the sole town on the entire island and unites the old and new in two distinct sections.
- Lots of wind: Before electricity came to the island wind was the main source of food production via a number of windmills. Today 3 unique windmills still stand and function from this long-lost tradition.

E-mail us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!
Price: $4,195.00
Single Supplement: $895.00

Deposit: $600.00

Check out our club's official trip page: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/portugal-azores-group-tours/

September 30th - October 9th, 2024

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club (http://www.photoflytravel.com/) have invited us to a one of a kind adventure throughout the best of Spain! The Spectacular Spain Adventure is an experience exactly as it sounds and we're happy to visit again.

E-mail us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Sign up at: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/spain-small-group-tours/

• 9 nights/10 days throughout Barcelona (Catalonia) and Southern Spain (Andalusia)
• Private local guides throughout
• Breakfast daily
• Welcome and Farewell Dinner Celebrations
• One domestic flight included(Barcelona → Granada)
• All taxes, fees, & transfers included
• International airfare not included

Barcelona (3 Nights)

Barcelona, the capital of the Catalonia region in Spain, is a cultural masterpiece of a city. With world class museums, a gorgeous waterfront, delicious food & wine, and vibrant night life, there is something for everyone here.
– Enjoy boutique hotel steps from the Gothic Quarter nearby amazing eateries, bars, and boutiques
– Guided gastronomy adventure through Sant Antoni Market with small bites from a few vendors
– Explore the Gothic Quarter learning about Medieval history around famous landmarks like a 13th century cathedral
– Tapas lunch
– Stroll through Las Ramblas passing through the Modernist District en route to visit Sagrada Familia

Optional Day Adventure to Montserrat & the Costa Brava

A picturesque drive to the top of a small mountain will take us to a historic monastery.

– Walk inside Royal Basilica at Montserrat
– The Costa Brava: Follow the coastal walking route to admire the breath-taking sea-cliffs, coves, quaint fishing villages, and finish with some food and drink at a seaside village overlooking the ocean

Wonders of the South, Andalucía (6 Nights)

– 6 Nights throughout Granada, Ronda, Rio Tinto, Cadiz, & Seville

Granada (2 Nights)

It’s best known for the Alhambra, a grand, sprawling hilltop fortress encompassing royal palaces, serene patios, and reflecting pools from the Nasrid dynasty.

– Alhambra Palace
– Stroll through the Alcazaba (fortress), the royal baths, and the palace of Charles the Fifth
– Explore and photograph Generalife Gardens filled with flowers, fountains, and green spaces
– Guided walk through the center of Granada with stops at the Grenada Cathedral and Royal Chapel

National Park of Sierra Nevada and Alpujarras

The region of mountain villages known as Las Alpujarras clings to the southern flanks of the Sierra Nevada, cut by deep, sheltered valleys & gorges that run towards the Mediterranean.

– Guided hiking in the park exploring the most picturesque mountain villages
– Village road trip en route back to Granada with stops at Pampaneira, Bubion, & Capileira

El Caminito del Rey

The incredible views, its fascinating history, and its undeniable spectacularity have made the excursion a must when near Malaga.

– We’ll enjoy a guided walk along the side of the gorge (literally)
- Take the same route used by laborers walking through this canyon en route to building a hydroelectric dam
- Incredible rock formations, colors, and scenery throughout

Sierra de Ronda (1 Night)

The millennial city of Ronda possesses one of the most beautiful historical centers of Spain.

– Guided excursions throughout the highlights of Ronda including a mansion owned by a powerful regional family, one of the last stone bullrings in the country, and various viewpoints of the lowlands
– Lunch in at the quaint village of El Bosque, a hidden town in the mountains
- Visit a centuries old bakery with one of the last operational hydraulic grain mills in the country

Seville (2 Nights)

Situated on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, Seville has a rich Moorish heritage, and used to be a prosperous port that carried out trade with the Americas.

– Guided excursion throughout the highlights of Seville
– Stroll through the Jewish quarter of Santa Cruz and visit the royal Palace of Alcazar
- Optional tapas and bar crawl through highly regarded restaurants visited regularly by locals

Tarifa (1 Night)

– Costa de la Luz Cliff Walk (Andalusia Coastline)
– The southernmost point of Spain
- Walk pedestrian only areas by the coast

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary of our Spain small group tours!

Join Us!

*Solo travelers can pair up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $3,995.00
*Single Supplement: $695.00

Deposit: $600.00

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/spain-small-group-tours/

October 4th – October 11th, 2024

A once in a lifetime experience to see Uganda's mountain gorillas and much more! We're invited to another incredible adventure with our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club! (https://www.photoflytravel.com/). There is an optional 5-day extension for a chimp encounter in a place known as the Primate Capital of the World.

Sign up & secure your spot at: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/all-inclusive-uganda-gorilla-safari/

Email us to see daily itinerary at joinus@photoflytravel.com

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• 7 Night / 8 Day
• Luxury lodges with modern amenities
• Expert local guides and naturalists throughout
• All-inclusive
• Included domestic flight
• Included gorilla trekking permit ($700)
• One complimentary massage
• All taxes, fees, and transfers included

Bwindi National Park (3 Nights)

For most, the jungle in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is the highlight where coming face to face with endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat is one of the most profound wildlife encounters you will ever experience. Located in southwestern Uganda on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, Bwindi is considered the most diverse forest in Uganda, home to over 120 mammals, 345 species of birds, 200 species of butterflies, and 160 species of trees. The park contains almost one half of the world’s population of the endangered mountain gorilla, making it an extremely valuable conservation site.

• One full day of gorilla trekking, option to purchase a second day (pending permit availability)
• Opportunities for bird watching, butterfly watching, optional Batwa Pygmies Encounter

Queen Elizabeth National Park (3 Nights)

Surrounded by the magical Rwenzori Mountains, Queen Elizabeth NP is truly nature's wonderland with stunning vistas and landscapes as far as the eye can see. To the east lie the guardians of the birthplace of mankind, the Great Rift Valley hills, and, in the distance, the Mountains of the Moon (Rwenzoris). The meandering Kazinga Channel flows endlessly between the two giant lakes: Lake George and Lake Edward, providing a vital water source for a plethora of flora and fauna, including chimpanzees, tree-climbing lions, elephants, cape buffalo, hippos, and flamingos (among 612 species of birds!).

• Included boat safari through the Kazinga Channel
• Light trekking in search of resident chimpanzees
• Game drive to view elephant, Cape buffalo, antelope, baboons, monkeys, tree-climbing lions. and more!

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary which includes details on the luxury lodges - don't forget to scroll down to see the 5-day optional extension!

*Solo travelers can be paired up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $5,995
Single Supplement: $995.00

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/all-inclusive-uganda-gorilla-safari/

***Optional 5-Day All-Inclusive Extension***
October 11th - October 16th, 2024

Kibale National Park (2 Nights)

Kibale National Park could well qualify as the primate capital of the world, being home to 13 species of primates, as well as a host of other wildlife. Chimpanzee trekking here can be exciting – as unlike their cousins the gorillas, chimpanzees tend to be more active and often keep moving through the forest canopies, so you may find yourself following a family through dense jungles!

• Two chimpanzee treks departing nearby our luxury bush lodge

Murchison Falls National Park (3 Nights)

Uganda’s largest National Park, where four of the "big five" (Cape buffalo, elephant, lion, and leopard) can be witnessed & photographed, is even more well known for the natural phenomenon where the Nile River explodes its way through a 23-foot gap and drops 141 feet through a narrow gorge. The pressure is so great that the ground around it shakes! It cascades down to become a placid river whose banks are thronged with hippos, crocodiles, waterbucks, and buffaloes. Other diverse landscapes are characterized by savannah, riverine forest, and woodland making it the perfect home for elephants, giraffes, hartebeests, oribis, Uganda kobs, chimpanzees, and tons of bird species!

• Nile Delta cruise and safari
• Game drives
• Visit to Murchison Falls
• Optional rhino trekking

Price: $3,495
Single Supplement: $695.00

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/all-inclusive-uganda-gorilla-safari/

Our friends at Photofly Travel Club ( https://www.photoflytravel.com/ ) have planned an extraordinary Nepal & Bhutan Adventure!

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/extraordinary-nepal-bhutan/

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

• 13 nights/ 14 Days throughout the best of the Himalayas in two countries!
• Boutique hotels & 4 star accommodations
• Privately guided adventures
• Expert local guides
• Breakfast daily
• 11 Dinners, 8 Lunches
• Four flights included ($1,000 value!)

Nepal (7 Nights)

• Perfect combination of culture, photography, food, & adventure!
• We truly maximize our time to see the incredible diversity throughout Nepal which most trips don’t even know exists!
• Best time of year to explore, which is after the monsoon has passed but before the tourist crowds take over!

Kathmandu

• Kathmandu City: Highlights include the temple of the Living Goddess & Durbar Square with it’s array of temples overlooked by the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, the ancient residence of the Nepalese Royalty.
• Swayambhunath: Just outside the city proper is a hill with a mosaic of small Chaityas (shrines) and Pagodas temples.

Pokhara

• Pokhara City Adventure: Discover the best of this “Shangri-La” Valley epicenter!
• Davis Fall’s
• Gupteswor Mahadev Cave
• Fewa (Phewa) Lake

Chitwan National Park, wild beasts in subtropical Nepal

• In Search of Tigers, Rhinos, & Sloth Bears?: That’s right, our time here will be spent on safari, exploring the gorgeous park to witness & photograph the beautiful Royal Bengal Tigers, One Horned Rhinos, AND, if we are lucky, even a sloth bear! Not to mention, endless other unique creatures & birds only found in this part of the world.

Bhutan (6 Nights)

• Low volume, high value tourism: Perhaps the most sustainable approach to tourism in the world!

Thimphu

• Thimpu City Adventure: All the best of the new and old…
• National Memorial Chorten
• Indigenous Hospital
• Traditional Paper Factory
• School of Fine Arts: Here, young students learn the traditional arts and crafts known as Zo Rig Chusum (the thirteen crafts).

Punakha

• The Palace of Great Happiness

Paro

• Paro Town Adventure: Home to the “Tiger’s Nest” and so much more…
• The Old Watchtower
• Rinpung Dzong: This architectural wonder and the life around it are not to be missed and a must to photograph!
• Taktsang Monastary (Tigers Nest): This incredible feat of human architecture and pure will has a name to match and is deservedly one of the most venerated and famous of Bhutan’s monasteries.

Tour Leader and photographer to help those who want to learn more about using their camera’s, taking better pictures, etc. This is not a workshop-style based tours and you do not need to be an avid photographer to join. All are welcome!

International airfare is not included. We are happy to help you find a good flight as always!

• Flying into & out of Kathmandu International Airport (KTM)
• Specific arrival/departure times needed will be sent directly to the group.
• Roommate pairing to save money
• All taxes, fees, & transfers included

Join Us!

For our solo travelers I will pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $4,995
Single Supplement: $695

Deposit: $600.00

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/extraordinary-nepal-bhutan/

November 1st - November 8th, 2024

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club (http://www.photoflytravel.com/) have invited us to this amazing new adventure!

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/french-polynesia-tahiti-moorea-huahine-borabora-small-group-tours/

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

• 7 Nights/8 Days in Tahiti, Bora Bora, Moorea & Huahine
• Breakfast daily
• 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Tahiti - 3 Nights
Shadowy mountains. Waterfalls around every corner. Quiet turquoise lagoons. Strongly Polynesian. These are a few ways to describe the heart of French Polynesia, the island of Tahiti. This is the 'Island of Love' where ocean, land, sun, and air all come together to create the idyll.

• Luxury hotel located in the famed Matavai Bay - think poolside cocktails, relaxing spa, direct beach access, and classy dining areas.
• Visit Lafayette Beach - famed for it's soothing black sands, this western facing beach is a secluded spot perfect for a dramatic sunset.
• 4x4 Adventure - drive into the heart of Tahiti through the Papenoo Valley towards the stunning Lake Vaihiria. This is the only natural lake on the island and part of the excitement is driving through lush valleys and volcanic craters.

Visit to Mo'orea Island - Day Trip
Accessed by a high speed ferry and about 30 minutes away lies the island of Mo'orea. Tropical jungles, jagged peaks, bright white-sand beaches, aquamarine lagoons - this is an iconic destination.

• Discover Paradise - 4X4 adventure throughout stunning landscapes. Photograph Cook & Opunohu Bays, interior of a volcano and its majestic caldera, and the magnificent viewpoint of Belvedere. Along the way, discover ancestral vestiges, pineapple fields, and tropical gardens.
• Tropical Garden & Tahitian Vanilla Plantation - Take in and photograph beautiful bay view from the lush gardens before tasting local jams, sweet treats, & freshly squeezed juices. Learn about the daily operations of the garden and vanilla plantation before sampling exquisite farm-to-table produce.
• Optional jet ski & snorkel with dolphins, rays, and sharks - 2 hours of unbelievable fun and discovery on the tropical waters off the coast. Jet through two bays before hopping in the water to snorkel among sharks and rays. There is a chance to encounter humpback whales and an even higher likelihood of dolphins this time of year!

Huahine Island - 2 nights
Immaculately tropical. Delicious sunshine. Extreme calm. Genuine opportunities for culture. The days go by easy here with plenty of opportunities to feel the soothing waters. This is a great place to welcome yourself into the Polynesian experience.

• Polynesian Immersion - your Polynesian guide will fascinate us with the legends and traditions the island. Discover traditional fish traps, blue-eyed eels, the archaeological site of Maeva, and more. A special homemade lunch will be waiting for us.

Bora Bora - 2 Nights
The stuff of dreams. Color palette of blue, indigo, and sapphire. Sand-edged islets. Mix all these elements and more, and you've got the makings of the island Bora Bora.

• Luxury Polynesian resort on the water with the options to upgrade to an overwater bungalow.
• The Ultimate Lagoon Cruise, BBQ Lunch on the Beach, & Snorkel Extravaganza - hop aboard a comfortable motorized outrigger to meet the colorful fish & coral of Bora Bora. Our Polynesian guide will charm us with the sounds of the ukulele as we arrive at a small islet where a tasty BBQ of typical dishes is prepared. Enjoy local entertainment, sunbathing, or swimming in the lagoon. Aside from the amazing snorkeling, partake in sting ray watching and feeding. The thrill continues with the opportunity to swim and watch a shark feeding for the black tips & lemon sharks.
• Optional Bora Bora Discovery: Experience the wild interior via 4X4, its WW2 remains, and the endless, spectacular, panoramic views over the lagoon’s 1,000 shades of blue.

Additional details:

• 2 domestic flights included
• International airfare not included. We are happy to help you find a good flight. While researching options, search flights into and out of Tahiti [PPT].
• All taxes, fees, & transfers Included

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Join Us!

For our solo travelers, we can pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $4,675
Single Supplement: $1,795

Deposit: $600.00

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/french-polynesia-tahiti-moorea-huahine-borabora-small-group-tours/