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| Horizon Launches 2007 Luxury Adventures - January 24, 2007 |
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Dear Norman,
It may seem paradoxical to speak of "work" and "hardship" within the context of an email promising “indulgence” and “luxury”, but we're the first to admit that our kind of travel isn’t necessarily of the obvious, conventional kind. Our approach to luxury is more about the richness of the experience than the cost of a hotel room, is more about tasting wine from a barrel than sipping it from a crystal goblet, and is more about sleeping under the stars than slipping between 500-thread count sheets (although we’re not averse to that either). We plan our trips on the premise that the most enjoyable comforts are the ones earned by a little sweat upon the brow, that the most piquant meals are the ones we participated in preparing ourselves, and that the most memorable moments are the ones preceded by a spontaneous transition from passively observing to actively participating.
Of course, we also believe that you need a sophisticated, seasoned travel company to create the conditions in which this kind of serendipity can flourish. While it has become extraordinarily easy to find information on any subject these days, it has also become monumentally difficult to find objective, trustworthy advice. Even if you can find objective advice, do you really want to try and orchestrate the theatre of travel on your own, booking hotels sight unseen, planning routes without local knowledge, and giving your Visa number to companies that may not outlast the week? Do you really want to risk spending your precious vacation time fumbling with unreadable maps, banging on the doors of cafes that have already closed, and dragging your suitcases from hotel to hotel in a desperate search for decent lodging? Wouldn’t you rather set off knowing that the route had been thoroughly researched, that a delightful lunch is planned at an undiscovered village bistro, that a basalt stone massage is already booked at your boutique hotel, and that a flute of kir royale and your fellow travellers will be waiting in the bar with tales of adventure at the end of the day?
If this sounds like the kind of experience that you are looking for, then join us on our Luxury Adventures and soon you'll be practicing tai chi at sunrise in the local park and buying Mongolian yurts for your children's sleepovers.
~ The Horizon Team | ________________________________________________________________________
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ATACAMA - Travesias
The Atacama Desert, girded on both sides by soaring Andean peaks, is the driest desert on earth, a virtually rainless plateau made up of salt basins, sand and lava flows. Join us on this extraordinary journey across the magnificent Andean mountain range as we travel to the mesmerizing salt flats of Bolivia and beyond. Click here for a detailed itinerary |
 DATES DEC-APR
PRICE PP FROM CDN $5,995 / US $5,240 SGL SUPP CDN $2,700 / US $2,395 |
| Days 1-4 Atacama Desert, Chile. Day 5 Hito Cajon, Bolivia. Days 6-8 Salar de Uyani. Days 9-11 Colchane, Iquique, Chile. |
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PATAGONIA - Travesias
Patagonia is a hauntingly beautiful, totally unspoiled place, a land brimming with natural wonders almost too magnificent to be believed. Join us as we trek to the base of incredible summits, stroll through lush valleys and wander past glaciers set in magnificent natural landscapes. The incomparable luxuries of the Explora Hotel complement nature's extravagance and you will return with your spirit re-invigorated. Click here for a detailed itinerary |
DATES from JAN-APR/OCT-DEC
PRICE PP FROM CDN $4,750 / US $4,130 SGL SUPP CDN $2,200 / US $1,905 |
| Day 1 Punta Arenas. Days 2-4 Torres del Paines. Biosphere reserve. Days 5-8 El Chaltén. Los Glaciares Park. Day 9 Calafate. |
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PUSHKAR CAMEL FAIR
THE PUSHKAR CAMEL FAIR Is a legendary event, held in the desert state of Rajasthan in the holy town of Pushkar and attended by camel traders, Hindu pilgrims, rajput warriors, enterprising mendicants, and you. Join us we explore the imposing desert fortresses, opulent palace hotels, and exotic cultures, culminating in the Click here for a detailed itinerary |
DATES from NOV 14-28, 2007
PRICE PP FROM CDN $6,750 / US $5,875 SGL SUPP N/A |
| Days 1-2 Delhi. Days 3-4 Devi Garh. Udaipur Days 5-6 Deogarh. Ranakpur. Days 7-9 Pushkar. Camel fair & races. Days 10-11 Jaipur. Day 12 Agra. Taj Mahal. Day 13 Delhi. |
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SHAKTI - Himalayan Trekking
High up in the foothills of the Himalayas, where rhododendron forests carpet hillsides and slate pathways connect ancient villages, a new active luxury travel experience is being born. Join us as we walk between villages, enjoy the hospitality of local families and experience the decadence of a luxury tented camp far above the quotidian cares of the world. Click here for a detailed itinerary |
DATES from JAN-MAY/SEP-NOV
PRICE PP FROM CDN $4,250 / US $3,700 SGL SUPP N/A |
| Days 1-2 Delhi. Day 3 Train to Deora. Day 4 Deora. Day 5 Alai. Days 6-8 Leti. Day 9 Almora. Day 10 Delhi. |
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VIETNAM - Indochina Sampler
Vietnam is a country of immense beauty and immeasurable sadness. Join us as we journey from the islandstudded waters of Ha Long Bay to Imperial Hue, perfectly preserved Hoi An and the lush tributaries of the Mekong Delta. With exclusive activities ranging from a culinary tour of Ho Chi Minh City's morning market to making paper lanterns with artisans near Hoi An, this trip is dazzling in its diversity. Click here for a detailed itinerary |
DATES from JAN-APR/SEP-DEC
PRICE PP FROM CDN $3,450 / US $2,995 SGL SUPP N/A |
| Days 1-2 Hanoi. Days 3-4 Hue. Perfume River. Days 5-6 Hoi An. Day 7 Mekong Delta. Days 8-10 Ho Chi Minh City. |
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WINTER ICE - Diamond Adventure
There is no more romantic experience on earth than sleeping on spruce bows beside a wood-burning stove in an authentic prospector's tent under the shimmering Northern Lights. The swish of your dogsled, a private wilderness camp for two, a luxurious post and beam lodge, a bush plane flight across the permafrost. join us on this journey through the magnificent Canadian wilderness on a quest for the perfect diamond. Click here for a detailed itinerary |
DATES from JAN-APR
PRICE PP FROM CDN $4,900 / US $4,270 SGL SUPP N/A |
| Days 1-5 Blachford Lake. Dogsledding. Luxury camp. Day 6 Yellowknife. Diamonds. |
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YUKON - Summer Sampler
In the long, lazy months of summer, the landscape of the Arctic becomes illuminated by a preternatural glow. Join us as we play golf under the midnight sun, sample arctic char in Whitehorse, raft the rushing whitewaters of the Takhini, helihike across pristine mountain ranges and pan for gold. Click here for a detailed itinerary |
DATES from JUN-SEP
PRICE PP FROM CDN $2,980 / US $2,600 SGL SUPP N/A |
| Day 1 Skagway Fraser. Day 2 Ibex Valley. Day 3 Mt Ingram. Day 4 Scout Lake. Day 5 Takhini River. Day 6 Coal Lake. Day 7 Whitehorse Day 8 Whitehorse. |
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Exploratory Series: If you are over 35, luxury-conscious, spiritually-curious and non group-travel oriented, then our Exploratory Series of escorted and independent trips may be the perfect solution. These trips are designed to immerse travellers in the character of a place, to allow them to slow down, go deep, and participate in something that is authentic, meaningful and real. The itineraries are built with a focus on personal freedom to allow travellers to savour experiences, haggle in the marketplace, linger over meals, lounge around the pool, curl up with a book, and imbibe wine with the locals at the cafe.
Classic Series. If you are over 65, value-conscious, culturally-curious and group travel-oriented, then our Classic Series of escorted trips may be the perfect solution. These trips are designed to transport travellers back to the era of old-world romance and adventure, when doing the "Grand Tour" of Europe was an essential part of a complete education and two weeks at sea was a brief journey. The itineraries are built with a focus on maximizing value to allow travellers to see as many sights as possible at a reasonable pace and in relative comfort without having to worry about the details.
Trip Format:
Our Independent Trips are designed for independent-minded travellers who like to travel on their own, but still want to experience our superbly designed itineraries at reasonable prices (and who don't have the time, inclination or expertise to do all of the planning themselves). The itinerary and prices are always fixed, the departure dates may be flexible or fixed depending on the specific trip, and there is no Horizon guide.
 Our Escorted Trips are designed for sociable travellers who want access to our Horizon guides on the ground 24 hours a day so that they can focus on having fun, meeting new people, and getting the most out of their travel experience rather than spending all of their time planning logistics, making choices, or reaching into their wallets. The itinerary, prices and dates are all fixed, and every trip is escorted by a Horizon guide.
 Our Private trips are designed for people who already know each other (minimum of 4 travellers), and every aspect of the trip is flexible and custom-tailored to fit their specific tastes. These trips are designed for travellers who know exactly what they want, who appreciate (and are willing to pay for) the craftsmanship that an expert can bring to the challenge, and who value their own time enough not to want to waste it trying to build the trip of a lifetime on their own.
Brochure Requests: We encourage you to visit our website at: www.horizon-co.com, where you can request any of our brochures directly. You can also send us an email us at admin@horizon-co.com, or call us at 1-800-387-2977.
Booking Details: To request additional information on our itineraries or to book onto a trip, please call one of travel professionals at 1-800-387-2977, fax us at 416-585-9614 or email us at admin@horizon-co.com.
Trip Operator: Horizon & Co. (founded in 1963), is Canada's leading boutique travel company. Horizon designs and stages authentic and deeply personal travel experiences that are carefully choreographed to induce a life-long memory. In addition to offering published trips on seven continents, Horizon builds private custom trips for discerning individuals and small groups. Please contact Andrew White (awhite@horizon-co.com) if you are interested in additional information.
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