7 Day Dubai Vacation

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Dubai City Tour 1:30 PM Day #3 01 Sep 2009 - 31 Dec 2010 $37
Your Dubai city tour begins with a view of the magnificent Jumeirah Mosque, continuing toward the Dubai World Trade Center, one of the tallest buildings in the Middle East. Then, proceed on a walking tour of the oldest part of the city, Bastakia, where old, wind-swept houses of wealthy merchants can be seen. In the same area, visit the Dubai Museum in the Al Fahidi Fort, which has survived for two centuries. Continue through the cloth markets until arriving at the abras, local water taxis that will ferry you across the Creek to the area of the spice and gold souks. Walk through the bustling alleys of these souks, with their tantalizing aromas and breathtaking amounts of dazzling gold. The jewelry on sale here varies from the traditional to the latest designs.

Details to be advised locally.

Sharjah Tour 8:00 AM Day #4 01 Sep 2009 - 31 Dec 2010 $38
This tour takes you to Sharjah, the "Pearl of the Gulf." Visit of the renovated Fort of Sharjah, built in 1820, that once served as the residence of the ruling family. Continue to the Heritage Museum. A visit to Sharjah is not complete without a stroll in the souks, where you can bargain for jewelry, handicrafts, and carpets, among other specialty items. Visit the Souk Al Arsah and the Souk Al Markazai, the largest souk in Sharjah with 600 shops. Afterward, return to Dubai.

Details to be advised locally.

Dhow Dinner Cruise 8:00 PM Day #4 01 Sep 2009 - 31 Dec 2010 $64
Enjoy a chance to see the impressive, ultramodern skyline of Dubai from the Creek. Dhows have been the traditional ships of the Arab Emirates for many centuries and tonight you have the opportunity to board one of these vessels and dine at a sumptuous buffet with unlimited soft drinks while you quietly cruise by the landmarks of the city.

Details to be advised locally.

Desert Safari Day #5 01 Sep 2009 - 31 Dec 2010 $70
This amazing tour may be the highlight of your visit to Dubai. Board your 4X4 vehicle in Dubai and head out towards the desert. You will feel the thrill of "dune bashing" as your professional driver takes you up and down the golden dunes. A beautiful desert sunset stop is included before continuing to the Bedouin Camp. You will be greeted with a traditional cup of Arabic coffee and have the opportunity to try riding a camel before settling down for your barbeque dinner, prepared on open fires in front of you. Later in the evening, a belly dancer will enchant you with her dances.

Departs at 3:30 p.m. Returns approximately 9:30 p.m. Pick-up and drop-off at the hotel.

Abu-Dhabi Tour Day #6 01 Sep 2009 - 31 Dec 2010 $60
This tour takes you to the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, also known as the Arabian Jewel. En route, pass Jebel Ali Port, the largest man-made port in the world. Upon arrival, visit the Women's Handicraft Center, where you can admire the skill and dexterity of local women making traditional handicrafts. Continue to the city's oldest building, Al Husn Palace, built in the 18th century. Drive along the Corniche to the Breakwater, from which you can enjoy a magnificent view of the city's skyline. Lastly, visit the Dhow Yard, where wooden ships are still being built using the same simple tools that have been used for countless generations.

Details to be advised locally.

Rates & Hotels

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Ibis World Trade Centre - details (included)
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2010
Feb 10 $1169*
Feb 17 $1249*
Feb 24 $1179*
Mar 3 $1169*
Mar 10; 17 $1149*
Mar 24 $1199*
Mar 31 $1379*
Apr 7; 14; 21; 28; May 5; 12; 19; 26 $1269*
Jun 2; 9 $1429*
Jun 16 $1299*
Jun 23 $1489*
Jun 30; Jul 7; 14; 21; 28; Aug 4 $1579*
Aug 11 $1489*
Aug 18 $1469*
Aug 25 $1299*
Sep 1 $1279*
Sep 8; 15; 22; 29 $1429*
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*Not Included:
Airport taxes & fees, transfers, optional tours, and gratuities.

Entry Requirements:
US citizens require a passport valid for six months beyond travel dates.

NEPAL: KHUMBU EXPLORATORY TREK

	TOUR CODE EAI-N17	Length: 6 DAYS
	HIGHLIGHTS: Magnificent views of the towering peaks of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse Shar, Tamserku, Kwangde, Khumbi-ila, Kangteiga, Ama Dablam, Tawoche, Cho Oyu, and Pumori. Low Budget Adventure Treks (LBAT) are designed to use lodge and resort accommodations along the trails. We have designed these LBAT treks to serve clients with various budgets. These treks are perfect for students or anyone with low budget, but hardy backpackers. Our shorter tea house treks in the Everest Region begin and end in Syangboche and Lukla airports while a long range trek begin in Jiri and end in Lukla. Now with the development of the Syangboche Panorama Hotel, we organize and lead camping and tea house treks throughout the Everest Region. This trek is operated from our resort hotel in Syangboche, where a one way or two way helicopter ride is required. SYANGBOCHE PANORAMA HOTEL (P) LTD. is a spectacular resort, 13,025 ft. above sea level. The hotel is merely a ten minute walk from Syangboche Airport. It is our newest quality tourism establishment in the Everest region. This 22 room hotel is built to provide the most out of a Nepal visit! The architecture and the interior decorations reflect a perfect Sherpa theme. Huge glass windows allow guests to enjoy magnificent views of towering peaks. View Mt. Everest, Lhotse Shar, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Kangteiga, Thamserku and Thyangboche Monastery from the dinner table or your bedroom! Syangboche Panorama Hotel stands atop a hill, above the famous Namche Bazaar, enroute to the Khumjung and Khunde villages. Its location makes you feel as if you are above the clouds, which often is the case! Unique flora and fauna are among the attraction here. One can easily spot Musk deer, Himalayan Tahrs, or Impeyan pheasants (the national bird of Nepal) and other faunas in the vicinity. High altitude junipers, rhododendrons, firs, and alpine plant communities are indigenous to the area. The monsoon is somewhat wet and cloudy, but this is when the entire region unfolds in full blossom with thousands of species of colorful flowers, such as Edelweiss, Blue Poppy, and Snow Rhododendron are among the seasonal blanket of vivid colors draped across the hills. More than four hundred species of beautiful butterflies come to life, making the colors of Khumbu even more flamboyant. To operate treks during the monsoon is difficult because of the cloudy weather and rain, but perfect time for butterfly and flower lovers. We have all modern amenities and a well trained local staff at your service, serving delicious cuisine including Sherpa-Nepali and international. We provide special summer rates for student and research groups and offer spectacular meeting facilities for conferences, incentives, wedding parties and honeymooners. Inquire for details. Best Season: October to November and February to May. Trek Grade: Moderate to strenuous
	COSTS 1 pax $620 pp/dbl US MINIMUM 5 PEOPLE Cost includes: Monument and national park entrance fees, all ground transportation within Nepal to and from start and end points of treks, trekking staff all meals during the trek, Nepalese staff insurance, transfers to and from airport to hotel. Cost excludes: Visa fees, international and domestic airfares, airport departure tax, lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu, personal clothing, personal insurance, alcoholic beverages, telephone, laundry, special permit fees for restricted areas, charges for delays caused by situations beyond our control such as bad weather, natural disasters, civil unrest, and emergencies. Prices subject to government taxes/levies or prices beyond our control. Prices and programs are subject to change without notice. All prices quoted in US dollars. For booking information, liability waiver, and terms and conditions contact Eco-Adventure International, LLC.
	ITINERARY Day 01: Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding Kathmandu (KTM) to Lukla by helicopter, and trek to Phakding. Day 02: Namche Bazaar Trekking to Namche Bazaar. Day 03: Khumbu Valley-Gongla Peak Trekking to Khumbu Valley-Gongla Peak and overnight at Syangboche Panorama Hotel. Syangboche Panorama Hotel is a spectacular resort, 13,025 ft. above sea level. It is the newest quality tourism establishment in the Everest region. This 22 room hotel is built to provide the most out of a Nepal visit! The architecture and intricate interior design resemble that of a typical Sherpa home. Huge glass windows allow guests to enjoy magnificent views of towering peaks in all directions including Mt. Everest. Day 04: Tyangboche Monastery Trek to Tyangboche Monastery. Tyangboche Monastery is the biggest monastery in the Everest Region and is surrounded by towering icy peaks. From here, we can see the sun set and sun rise over Everest if the weather is clear. Day 05: Syangboche Trekking to and overnight at Syangboche Panorama Hotel. Day 06: Kathmandu by Helicopter After breakfast, Syangboche to Kathmandu by helicopter.

JAPAN: Tokyo - Old Castle Town of Kanazawa

	TOUR CODE OTA-JA06	Length: 4 DAYS
	Through over 2,000 years of unbroken civilization, Japan’s magnificent UNESCO World Heritage stems from its deep rooted culture, born and nurtured in its countless temples, shrines & castles. From these ancient sites, the modern day Japanese people still draw their strength to continue their traditional culture. Please let us take you to explore the charming beauty of Japan. Tokyo is a dynamically modern metropole of 12 million people. With this package, explore the Imperial Palace, Tokyo Tower’s panoramic view of the city and Tokyo Bay, and Asakusa Kannon Temple with its bustling Nakamise Shopping arcade. In Kanazawa, stop at Kutaniyaki Klin to enjoy the Kutani Pottery Museum with a collection of masterwork of Kutani ware. At KenKenochin over looking the Kanazawa Castle, we will visit Kenroku garden, one of the three Japan’s top gardens. Its tea house and vistas are the epitome of Edo period, we also can enjoy beautiful Kutani ceramic and Yuzen Kimono fabric at Art and Craft Exhibition Hall.
	COSTS STANDARD Shiba Park/New Takananwa, Kanazawa Holiday Inn 1 pax. Twin Room US$ 739 pp 1 pax. Single Room US$ 874 pp Package includes: All hotel accommodations are on the basis of two persons sharing a twin-bedded room. For persons requiring a single room, the supplement cost is shown. We reserve the rights to substitute hotels of equal quality whenever necessary. If domestic air is used in the itinerary it is offered in economy class. All fares and fare rules are subject to change by the airlines. Any increase in fare will be added to the tour price and borne by the passenger.  Cost excludes: Meals not specified in the itinerary, optional tours, airport taxes, charges for passports, visas, laundry, liquor, excess baggage charges, telephone or communication charges, health or baggage insurance, items of a personal nature and any items not specifically listed as included. Local airport departure taxes and any additional city development/construction fees imposed by the local government are not included in the tour price. Tips to restaurant and hotel waiters, porters are not included. Gratuity is recommended and customary. All rates, are based on tariffs and exchange rates in effect at the time of printing of this brochure. Adjusted prices will be advised if air fares, land prices, or currency exchange rates are revised. In the event of a marked increase in foreign exchange, fuel costs or tariff rates, tour prices are subject to revision without notice. Prices subject to government taxes/levies or prices beyond our control. Prices and programs are subject to change without notice. All prices quoted in US dollars. For booking information, liability waiver, and terms and conditions contact us.
	ITINERARY Day 01: Tokyo Arrival Transfer to hotel by airport limousine bus. . Day 02: Tokyo Morning city tour. Tokyo Tower, Imperial Palace Plaza, Asakusa Kannon Temple. Day 03: Tokyo - Kanazawa Travel by bullet train to the historical town of Kanazawa. Escorted tour to visit the Kanazawa Castle; Kenrokuen Garden (one of Japan’s three finest traditional gardens), its Tea House and Vistas are the epitome of Edo period taste; Kutaniyaki Pottery Kiln and Saihitsuan Yuzen Silk Centre. Day 04: Tokyo Transfer to airport by limousine bus.