Around the World by Private Jet Itinerary
MEETING POINT: Orlando, USA
DEPARTURE POINT: Orlando, USA
TOUR INCLUDES
- Transportation on a private Boeing 757 and local aircraft according to the itinerary.
- All meals, ending with breakfast in Orlando, Florida prior to your commercial flight home.
- Complete program of special events and activities, including extensive program of customized options at most destinations.
- Enrichment program, including lectures by a team of experts.
- Services of professional staff, including an expedition physician to assist you throughout the trip.
- Cost of philanthropic activities as described in the brochure.
- $100,000 medical evacuation insurance for covered reasons.
- Bottled water throughout the program (during sightseeing, at scheduled meals, and in your room.)
- All beverages, including liquor, aboard the private jet. Liquor during special events and cocktail parties on land. House wine and/or beer at lunch and dinner, and coffee, tea, milk, and soft drinks at all scheduled meals on land.
- Baggage handling during the expedition.
- Tips and gratuities to local guides, drivers, porters, and waitstaff.
Itinerary:
DAY 1 - Orlando, USA
Meet fellow guests and expedition leaders at a welcome dinner.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
DAY 2-4 - Cusco & Machu Picchu or the North Coast, Peru
Explore historic Cusco and the Inca ruins of Chinchero before traveling through the Sacred Valley of the Urubamba to the mountaintop stronghold of Machu Picchu. Or visit Moche temples and the adobe city of Chan Chan on Peru’s North Coast.
Accommodation: Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel, Lima
Accommodation: Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, Cusco
Accommodation: Hotel Libertador Lima, Lima
DAY 5-6 - Easter Island, Chile
Trace the history of a lost civilization with your archaeologist guides as you explore Rapa Nui National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site home to the beachside altar of Ahu Akivi and the Rano Raraku quarry, where hundreds of moai were abandoned.
Accommodation: Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa, Easter Island
DAY 7-8 - Apia, Samoa
After crossing the international date line and losing a day, get a taste of Polynesian culture at a festive fia fia dinner and show. Visit the former estate of Treasure Island author Robert Louis Stevenson or snorkel among vibrant coral.
Accommodation: Sheraton Aggie Grey's Hotel and Resort, Apia
DAY 9-10 - Great Barrier Reef or Daintree Rainforest, Australia
Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef’s pristine northern reaches where you can snorkel among a vibrant collection of coral and tropical fish. Or venture into the Daintree Rainforest, one of Australia’s last truly wild areas.
Accommodation: Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa, Port Douglas
DAY 11-13 - Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor, including the enigmatic Bayon, the overgrown remains of Ta Prohm and the magisterial Angkor Wat.
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor, Siem Reap
DAY 14-15 - Taj Mahal, India
In the former Mughal capital of Agra, see one of the world’s greatest architectural treasures. Then, tour Emperor Akbar’s grand tomb, visit the rural village of Kachpura or explore Keoladeo National Park and Bird Sanctuary.
Accommodation: The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
DAY 16-18 - Serengeti Plain Or Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
Tanzania has more land devoted to game reserves than any other country on earth. From your luxurious safari lodge, search for the Big Five: lions, leopards, Cape bu alos, elephants and rhinos. Or spot wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest volcanic caldera.
Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Serengeti
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Ngorongoro Crater
DAY 19-20 - Petra And Wadi Rum, Jordan
Discover the Lost City of Petra, which was half-built and half-carved into rose-red cli s by the Nabataeans more than 2,000 years ago. Delve deep into the desert on a 4x4 expedition to explore the starkly beautiful landscapes of Wadi Rum.
Accommodation: Mövenpick Resort Petra, Petra
DAY 21-22 - Marrakech, Morocco
Experience Marrakech as you stroll through the winding pathways of the medina, see the spectacle of Jemaa el-Fna Square,
and immerse yourself in the lovely Jardin Majorelle.
Accommodation: La Mamounia, Marrakech
DAY 23-24 - Orlando, USA
Relax and enjoy a casual meal and a night’s rest before returning home on your independent flight.
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Orlando, Orlando
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Grande Lakes, Florida, USA
While the magic of America’s favorite playground entertains the imagination from morning to night, there is a resort in Orlando that delights it – by creating memories that stay vivid long after you leave this Florida oasis. Bordered by Shingle Creek, the Headwaters of the Everglades, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes envelops you into 500 acres of natural beauty, a luxurious retreat where you can surrender to the serenity. With exceptional amenities and impeccable service, one of the most breathtaking luxury hotels in Orlando is the perfect place to relax, meet or experience the wedding of your dreams, all while enjoying the quintessential all-American city.
Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel, Lima
Lima, Perú
Located in Malecon de la Reserva, an exclusive residential area with a spectacular ocean view, Miraflores Park Hotel is a relaxing, comfortable oasis. The hotel combines personalized service, exceptional dining, and indulgent facilities. Colonial architecture, superb museums with Inca gold and Pre-Columbian antiquities, and glamorous shops, bars and restaurants are all just moments from the hotel. Hotel facilities and services include an incredible rooftop heated swimming pool, spa, and gym, as well as a business center, fine restaurant and lounge.
Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, Cusco
Cusco, Peru
The recent re-opening of Palacio Nazarenas, which took place in association with Peru's National Institute of Culture and stretches back some 12 years, has been hailed as a success. The plan was to bring the 16th century building back to life. Care was taken in regard to every detail to ensure that the property's heritage has been preserved. Years of painstaking work reached fruition as this former Carmelite convent close to the city center was reincarnated as a contemporary urban retreat. The all-suite property features whitewashed adobe walls and hand-carved timber balconies, and occupies a small cobblestone plaza near Plaza de Armas and the San Blas quarter. The 55 chic suites have views of Sacsayhuamán and are oxygenated to combat the thin 11,000-foot air.
Hotel Libertador Lima, Lima
Lima, Trujillo
The beautiful view of the gardens of San Isidro Golf is just one of the benefits offered by the Libertador Lima, located in the exclusive and quiet residential area of Lima. Nestled within Trujillos once-walled historical city, just off the Main Square, this hotel is close to shopping and just a 10-minute drive from the ancient adobe city of Chan Chan.
Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa, Easter Island
Hangaroa, Easter Island
This newly opened hotel features an architectural design that is a tribute to the village of Orongo, whose vestiges are still found in the heights of volcano Rano Kau. The village concept allows for a harmonious relationship between the spaces, interlocked by a landscape design of native species, where one can appreciate the blend of nature and the built environment and the surrounding ancient culture that is still very alive today. All rooms are built with natural materials like cypress logs, clay and volcanic rock, offering guests a dip in the Rapa Nui habitat, inspired by "the cave" offering curved spaces, islander style. The Hangaroa Eco Village and Spa sits on a privileged spot within Easter Island, along the main road in town, with a panoramic view of the ocean, one km from the airport and walking distance to town all of which allows you to easily explore the local community.
Sheraton Aggie Grey's Hotel and Resort, Apia
Apia, Samoa
This resort was built in 2005 and is nestled amongst 224 acres of tropical gardens along a stretch of white sand beach with its own blue turquoise lagoon. In keeping with Aggie Grey's legacy, it is a warm, relaxed, friendly place with a staff whose hospitality is characteristic of the island. Each air conditioned room is situated to take advantage of the view of the white sand beach and nearby islands..
Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa, Port Douglas
Port Douglas, Australia
Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa is an upscale, 5-star AAA rated resort, located on the southern end of pristine Four Mile Beach, Port Douglas. Pullman Port Douglas Hotel is set around a magnificent 3000 square metre lagoon pool – one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. Flame lit at night, the central lagoon separates the accommodation and provides a perfect setting for enjoying drinks and snacks at our Pool Bar and spectacular functions on the Lagoon View Terrace.
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor, Siem Reap
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Just five miles from Angkor Wat, this hotel has been restored to its original colonial architecture and features steam baths, a 35-meter lap pool and shops full of local crafts. Rooms are appointed with high ceilings and four-poster beds.
The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
Agra, India
The Oberoi Amarvilas is the only hotel with direct, uninterrupted views of the Taj Mahal, one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. The breathtakingly luxurious hotel is a haven that reflects the exotic grandeur of the monuments and provides guests with every modern service in luxury and comfort. Straight out of an Indian fairytale, the Oberoi Amarvilas is set among lush and serene Mughal-inspired pools and terraced gardens. In the spectacular cobalt blue and gold domed entrance hall, the windows frame a fabulous vista of the Taj Mahal. Sixty-four fountains, filigreed stone bridges, and pillars greet guests as they cross the torch-lit forecourt of the ceremonial entrance pavilion of what appears to be a Mughal palace. Set in a terraced garden and lit with torches, the beautiful white marble colonnaded swimming pool is straight from the fairytale pages of the Arabian Nights. All 105 bedrooms enjoy breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal. Ancient and traditional Persian and Moorish influences combine with the very best in modern Indian interior design. The beautiful marble bathrooms have bathtub, separate shower and deluxe toiletries.
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Serengeti
Serengeti, Tanzania
Experience thrilling Serengeti game drives and rare opportunities to connect with the local people and culture. Then return to the Safari Lodge, where our 77 secluded guest rooms, elegant spa and infinity pool promise a luxurious respite during your African adventures.
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
Perched high on the rim of the two million-year-old crater, this opulent lodge resembles a magical Maasai Village. It consists of three adjacent, glamorous camps with 30 Maasai-inspired suites perched on stilts. Set in classic crescents, each stone and thatch suite has spectacular views of the crater from large glass windows in the bathroom, lounge and bedroom, yet is almost invisible from the crater floor. All have an en suite bathroom and chandelier-lit bathtub and shower, with sumptuous colonial-style interiors, inspired décor and a romantic, eclectic design. Each of the exclusive camps has a central living are and viewing decks overlooking the crater.
Mövenpick Resort Petra, Petra
Petra, Jordan
The Movenpick Resort Petra is located just steps away from the entrance to this ancient magnificent rose-red city. The subdued colors and harmonious furnishings of every room will make you instantly feel at home. The exotic décor of the Al Maqaad Bar inspires visions of the tales of the Arabian nights. Mediterranean cuisine is served at the Al Iwan Restaurant, and the Al Saraya Restaurant offers a more casual atmosphere. Enjoy the lush roof garden, the wicker-chaired tea room, or relax in the swimming pool, sauna, gym, or billiard room. All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning/heating, satellite TV, direct-dial telephones, coffee and tea-making facilities, hairdryer and mini bar.
La Mamounia, Marrakech
Marrakech, Morocco
Restored under the creative direction of Parisian designer Jacques Garcia, La Mamounia today sits as a monument to Moroccan style and history. With the skill of the city's most talented painted and wood carvers - and more than 1,000 craftsmen - La Mamounia features intricate architecture and design, Michelin starred restaurants, fitness center, an upscale spa, and luxurious accomodations, in addition to a convenient location within the city.
Hyatt Regency Orlando, Orlando
Orlando, Florida
The Hyatt Regency International Airport is situated in a prime location within the airport terminal to suit your travel plans. The Hyatt's signature Hypo-Allergenic Rooms are designed to provide a comfortable sleeping environment for all guests. Spacious guest rooms feature LCD TV, Internet access, and hair dryer.