Tour Program Details

Day 1 - 2 : Depart USA / Cross International Date Line

• Depart for Auckland, New Zealand

• Cross International Date Line

Day 3: Arrive New Zealand (Auckland)

• Transfer from Auckland airport to hotel for check-in

• Settle in & enjoy leisure time on your own

Day 4: Rotorua

• Explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves

• Discover ‘Middle Earth’ & the ‘Shire"; as you tour part of the set used for the Lord of the Rings movies.

• Tour the Rotorua area, the center of the Maori culture and famous for its geothermal activities.

Day 5: Rotorua

• Start your day at a local farm learning local customs including sheering sheep.

• Hands on engagement with farm animals.

• Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in an area filled with opportunities for the body & soul.

Day6: Fly to the South Island

• Fly Rotorua to Queenstown.

• Transfer to hotel for check-in.

• Explore this charming town with stunning alpine views.

Day 7: Queenstown / Milford Sound

• Travel to the famous Milford Sound.

• Sail through this massive fjord to the Tasman Sea.

• Explore the beauty of the area.

Day 8: Queenstown

• Flex day for self exploration in and around Queestown.

Day 9: Aoraki Mount Cook Village

• Scenic drive towards Mackenzie Country.

• Omarama & Lake Pukaki

• Mount Count National Park

Day 10: Lake Tekapo

• Explore Mount Count National Park

• Hooker Valley

• Stargazing in the clear skies of Lake Tekapo.

Day11 :Christchurch

• Head to the largest city on the South Island.

• Afternoon tram, punting & gondola combo.

Day 12: Australia / Cairns

• Depart for Australia

• Transport from airport to hotel for check-in.

Day 13: Great Barrier Reef

• Full day cruise to the world’s largest coral reef.

• Snorkel amongst the brilliant habitiat

• Optional scuba available ($)

Day14: Cairns

• Visit Kuranda

• Skyrail & scenic railway ride for better exploration.

Day 15: Ayers Rock

• Fly to Ayers Rock

• Visit Uluru in the heart of Australia.

Day 16: Uluru

• Explore Kata Tjuta.

• Immersion into Marku Dot Painting.

• Sounds of Silence dinner

Day 17: Ayers Rock - Sydney

• Fly to Sydney

• Transfer from airport to hotel for check in.

Day 18: Sydney

• Sydney Highlights City Tour.

• Harbor lunch cruise.

Day19: Blue Mountains

• Trek an area known for their soaring sandstone ridges & millions of eucalyptus trees.

• Get up close and personal with native wildlife at Featherdale Wildlife Park.

Day 20: Fly Home

• Journey back home

Explore with us a wide host of wonders across Australia & New Zealand - from the Great Barrier Reef and Uluru to Milford Sound and Queenstown. Immerse yourselves and gain insights into the ancient cultures of Australia’s Aboriginal people and the Māori of New Zealand.

Route Details

Auckland > Rotorua > Queenstown > Milford Sound > Mt Cook > Lake Tekapo > Christchurch > Cairns / Great Barrier Reef > Ayers Rock / Uluru > Sydney

Accommodation

Our accommodations in Australia & New Zealand include carefully chosen 4-star hotels. We've handpicked centrally-located hotels, ensuring convenient access to major attractions and cultural sites.

Each hotel offers a range of complimentary amenities, includin toiletries, irons, hairdryers, and more, to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Price Per Person: $15,999

Inclusions:

• Accommodation in boutique hotels and lodges

• New Zealand Domestic flight (Rotorua - Queenstown)

• Train tickets to Machu Picchu

• Guided tours and entrance fees as per itinerary

• All ground transportation

• Breakfast Daily

Exclusions:

• International airfare

• Internal airfare (Queenstown-Cairns/Cairns-Ayers Rock/Ayers Rock - Sydney)

• Optional activities

• Personal expenses

• Tips and gratuities

SPECIAL NOTE: Prices shown are per person, based on two people sharing a room and paying the entire amount by cash or check only (no credit/no Venmo). Prices do not include airfares, except where noted on specific itineraries, and are subject to change without notice. Prices are correct at time of publication; however, as airfares continually fluctuate and classes of service may have limited capacity, tour package prices and availability will change accordingly. If the price of an identical land package is lower than the price you paid, we will not adjust your reservation.

Tour Program Details

Day 1: Depart USA / Arrival in Lima

• Arrive in Lima, the capital city of Peru

• Transfer to your hotel and check-in

Day 2: Historical Lima Tour

• Explore the historic center of Lima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Visit Plaza Mayor, Cathedral of Lima, and San Francisco Monastery

• Enjoy famous archaeological collections at Museo Larco

Day 3: Market Visit & Food Tour

• Take a culinary journey through Barranco, Lima’s vibrant & artsy neighborhood.

• Visit the bustling Surquillo Market in nearby Miraflores.

• Taste exotic fruits, interact with local vendors & immerse yourself in this cultural treasure.

  Day 4: Flight to Iquitos / Amazon Jungle

• Local community lists & shop at the local Bélen Market (most exotic market in Peru!).

• Visit Monkey Island with immersive interaction.

• Hike through the jungle learning about its flora & fauna.

• Search for pink dolphins & fish for piranha.

• Sunset boat ride on the Amazon.

Day 5: Amazon Jungle

• Experience the Amazon all to yourself this day.

• Experiences will be made available for you to decide the best day to spend your day.

Day 6: Amazon Jungle & Return to Lima

• Morning time to enjoy the Amazon lodge.

• Fly back to Lima to continue our onward journey the next day.

Day 7: Flight to Cusco & Transfer to Sacred Valley

• Fly to the heart of the Central Peruvian Andes

• Tour Cusco & travel to your accommodation in the Sacred Valley

• Visit the Pisac ruins, Peru’s most extensive archeological sites.

Day 8: Maras Salt Mines & Moray

• Explore the ancient wonders of Maras & Moray.

• Visit the communities of the local area.

• Tour the striking salt mines and intriguing circular terraces.

Day 9: Ollantaytambo, Pachamanca Lunch & Train to Machu Picchu

• Explore the well-preserved Inca ruins of Ollantaytambo.

• Be amazed with the views the Sacred Valley offers.

• Savor in a Pachamanca lunch (traditional Inca meal cooked on hot rocks) with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.

Day 10: Machu Picchu

• Magical day at an Ancient Wonder of our World

• Early morning visit to beat the crowds.

• Extended time to walk the paths once trodden by Incan royalty.

• Explore Machu Picchu without following the typical tourist script.

• Aguas Calientes & Ollantaytambo.

Day 11: Peruvian Cooking Class

• Delve into the flavors of Peruvian cuisine with Marcelo Batata.

• Hands-on cooking class creating traditional Peruvian dishes.

• Try exotic fruits, prepare your own Ceviche & mix your own Pisco Sour.

Day 12: Inca Ruins, Alpacas & Departure

• Tour the ancient ruins of Sacsayhuaman.

• Participate in an authentic Andean ritual

• Learn about Incan culture & crafts

• Flight departure back home (evening)

Day 13: Return to the USA

• Arrive back home (estimated mid-day)

Discover the many faces of Peru with our experts and guides. Glide down jungle waterways of the Amazon. Savor traditional foods with locals in places where the atmosphere completes the experience. Venture into a world where the mysteries of the ancient Inca are layered with the symbols of the country’s colonial past, experiencing Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Inca, and Machu Picchu.

Route Details

Lima · Amzaon Jungle · Sacred Valley · Machu Picchu · Cusco

Accommodation

Our accommodations in Peru include carefully chosen 4-star hotels. In Lima, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley, we've handpicked centrally-located hotels, ensuring convenient access to major attractions and cultural sites.

Each hotel offers a range of complimentary amenities, including (such as gels, shampoos, toothbrushes, toothpaste), irons, hairdryers, and more, to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Price Per Person: $7,999

Inclusions:

• Accommodation in boutique hotels and lodges

• Domestic flights (Lima - Iquitos - Lima - Cusco - Lima)

• Train tickets Machu Picchu

• Guided tours and entrance fees as per itinerary

• All ground transportation

• Some meals as specified in the itinerary

Exclusions:

• International airfare

• Optional activities

• Personal expenses

• Tips and gratuities

• Travel Insurance

SPECIAL NOTE: Prices shown are per person, based on two people sharing a room and paying the entire amount by cash or check only (no credit/no Venmo). Prices do not include airfares, except where noted on specific itineraries, and are subject to change without notice. Prices are correct at time of publication; however, as airfares continually fluctuate and classes of service may have limited capacity, tour package prices and availability will change accordingly. If the price of an identical land package is lower than the price you paid, we will not adjust your reservation.

Tour Program Details

Day 1: Depart USA

• Depart USA on redeye flight to Dublin.

Day 2: Dublin

• Guided walking tour to get yourself acquainted with Dublin.

• Visit the historical Trinity College and marvel at the illuminated Book of Kells.

• Transport to hotel for afternoon check-in, with remaining of the day on your own to readjust time zones.

Day 3: Dublin - Glendalough - Waterford

• Step into Ireland’s spiritual heritage at Glendalough.

• Discover amazing hand craftsmanship at Avoca Mill.

• Make your way to the charming city of Waterford.

Day 4: Waterford - Cork - Blarney Castle - Killarney

• Watch master artisans at the iconic House of Waterford Crystal.

• Explore and wander the streets of Cork.

• Pucker up your lips to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone.

• Fishing your day unwinding in scenic Killarney.

Day 5: Killarney - Ring of Kerry

• Travel by horse-drawn jaunting car through the lush Killarney National Park.

• Take the circle tour around the dramatic & picturesque Ring of Kerry.

• Enjoy a magical Irish evening filled with local cuisine, music & dancing.

Day 6: Cliffs of Moher - Galway

• Get up close and personal on a boat cruise under the Cliffs of Moher.

• Explore the wild beauty of The Burren & sample artisan smoked salmon at the famous Burren Smokehouse.

• Finish your day relaxing in the vibrant coastal city of Galway.

Day 7: Galway - Northern Ireland

• Tour the colorful streets of Galway.

• Journey through Ireland’s poetic northwest.

• Cross the border into Northern Ireland.

• Guided tour of Derry with visits to the Guildhall & Tower Museum.

Day 8: Giant’s Causeway - Belfast

• Marvel at the legendary Giant’s Causeway.

• Spend time exploring Northern Ireland’s most scenic regions.

• Tour Belfast, Northern Ireland’s largest city.

• Tour around Belfast’s vibrant cultural hub filled with street art, cozy pubs and historic cobblestone alleys.

Day 9: Belfast - Dublin

• Celebrate your final full day with a local whiskey distillery, including sampling a few flavors.

• Head back to Ireland with an afternoon free in Dublin.

Day 10: Journey Home or Scotland

• The tour ends with transportation to Dublin Airport to catch your flight home.

• Consider extending your expedition with a 3-night tour to Scotland. *Information coming soon

Experience a land of ancient legends, folktales, and grand traditions. A visit to Ireland & Northern Ireland are destinations that will truly transport you back in time. Uncover an amazing culture and admire the stunning landscapes.

Admire the Emerald Isle and all its hidden gems. Eat, dance, and sing with locals. Pucker up and kiss the Blarney Stone and come home with cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

Route Details

Dublin· Glendalough ·Waterford · Cork · Blarney Castle · Killarney · Ring of Kerry · Cliffs of Moher · Galway · Derry · Giant’s Causeway · Belfast

Accommodation

Our accommodations in Ireland & Northern Ireland include carefully chosen 4-star hotels. We've handpicked centrally-located hotels, ensuring convenient access to major attractions and cultural sites.

Each hotel offers a range of complimentary amenities, including shampoo, irons, hairdryers, and more to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Price Per Person: $4,999

*solo supplement - $1399

Inclusions:

• Accommodation in 4-star hotels

• Guided tours and entrance fees as per itinerary

• All ground transportation

• Breakfast daily & some meals as specified in the itinerary

• Local English speaking guides

• Entourage Expeditions reps every step of the way.

Exclusions:

• International airfare

• Optional activities

• Personal expenses

• Tips and gratuities

• Travel Insurance

SPECIAL NOTE: Prices shown are per person, based on two people sharing a room and paying the entire amount by cash or check only. For payments by credit card/venmo, please reach out to us on pricing.

Prices do not include airfare.

Tour Program Details

DAY 1: NUREMBERG

Welcome to Nuremberg!

The early evening cocktail reception and the subsequent welcome dinner, where the anchor is lifted, will kick off your Advent cruise in style and with a festive atmosphere.

DAY 2: BAMBERG

In the morning, you will dock in the ancient imperial and bishop's city of Bamberg, where you should not miss the optional guided tour in the morning. Bamberg was founded in 1007 and is often referred to as "Franconian Rome," much like Italy's metropolis on the Tiber built on seven hills. The center contains over 2,000 listed buildings and is rightfully part of the UNESCO World Heritage.

DAY 3: WÜRZBERG

In Würzburg, you will get to know the main sights during an optional city tour in the morning, foremost among them the baroque grandeur of the former Prince-Bishop's Residence, whose tour ends with a tasting of Franconian wine in the venerable cellar. In the afternoon, you will take an optional excursion to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. This small town gem is located on the so-called "Romantic Road" and is world-famous for its exceptionally well-preserved medieval old town.

DAY 4: WERTHEM & MILTENBERG

This afternoon is dedicated to two small, romantic towns along the Main River, which captivate with their medieval charm and exquisite half-timbered architecture. Starting from Wertheim, we offer an optional excursion that combines a local city tour with a visit to Miltenberg. In the meantime, your ship will have also sailed to Miltenberg, and before dinner, it’s once again time to say “cast off.

DAY 5: FRANKFURT & MAINZ

Frankfurt provides a modern contrast, as you will arrive early in the morning. The Main metropolis is not only known for its skyline and as an international financial hub but also for its distinct local dialect and numerous culinary specialties. Let yourself be enchanted by the diverse side of Frankfurt in the morning.

Upon arriving in Mainz, where your ship will dock in the afternoon, you will be fascinated by its more than 2,000 years of history. The historic center can be wonderfully explored on foot, either on your own or as part of a guided city tour in the afternoon, including a visit to the famous Christkindlmarkt

DAY 6: MANNHEIM, SPEYER & HEIDELBERG

Early in the morning, Mannheim welcomes you. Later in the morning, you will have the opportunity to join an optional excursion to Heidelberg. In this city on the Neckar River, which is considered a symbol of German romance, you will visit the castle and stroll through the Christmas market in the charming baroque center.

In the afternoon, we head toward Speyer, one of the oldest cities in Germany. Join us for an optional city tour and get a glimpse of the Christkindlmarkt in the early evening hours.

DAY 7: STRASBOURG

After breakfast we bid farewell to the Amadeus Amara.

Let yourself be immersed in a festive wonderland, with the delicious aromas of mulled wine, roasted nuts, and gingerbread filling the air as they wander through historic town squares decorated with twinkling lights and festive wooden stalls. Each market provides a unique, fairytale-like setting to discover high-quality, handcrafted gifts, from traditional wooden nutcrackers to intricate glass ornaments. It's a journey into the heart of Christmas tradition, where cherished customs and a joyful, cozy atmosphere create unforgettable holiday memories.

Route Details

NUREMBERG - BAMBERG - WETHEIM/MILTENBERG - FRANKFURT/MAINZ - MANHEIM/SPEYER/HEIDELBERG - STRASBOURG

Accommodation

Onboard the Brand New Amadeus Amara

Price Per Person:

Starting at $1,895