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Welcome to the Lavender Retreat Adventure Travel Club. Make new friends while seeing the world. We scour the Woodbridge, Lake Ridge and Occoquan area looking for other free spirtis who want to travel and see the world. The relationships you’ll develop will be deep and meaningful and we’ll help you stay connected. Once you return, we’ll plan evenings to catch up at local restaurants, grab social drinks together in one of the area bars or maybe even a hike or a walk at a one of Woodbridge’s many parks. So come join us and live the adventurous life you’ve always desired.Let our team at Lavender Retreat plan the details of your travel so you can focus on what is most important, spending time with those you cherish.
Costa Rica: Eco & Adventure Group Tour
January 21, -28, 2012 – 8 Days
Price: $1,699 per person plus international airfare
Join the travel club on a group tour January 21 – 28, 2012 to Costa Rica! This is an exciting 8 day adventure to Central America’s most incredible contry. This tour is an excellent option for those who wish to see the best of Costa Rica with a group of fun, like-minded adventurers.
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Included in the awesome adventure:
* Expert English and Spanish speaking guides and naturalists
* Up close views of an active volcano
* Canyoneering trip
* Rest and relaxation in natural, volcano heated hot springs
* Guided nature walk at the base of a volcano with a local Naturalist
* Scenic horseback ride alone Lake Arenal
* High-wire canopy zipline ride along the roof of the jungle
* Experience of nature at its best
* 3 days / 2 nights at beach
* OPTIONAL: ATV tour or Class 3-4 whitewater rafting
Trip Itinerary:
B: Breakfast | L: Lunch
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in San Jose, transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Canyoneering tour. (B, L)
Day 3: Horseback riding adventure. Evening nature hike, volcano viewing and hot springs. (B, D)
Day 4: Free day. (B)
Optional: ATV tour or Whitewater Rafting.
Day 5: Canopy zipline, transfer to Samara Beach (B)
Day 6: Free day at beach. (B)
Day 7: Morning free at beach. Afternoon transfer to San Jose. (B)
Day 8: Trip ends, transfer to airport. (B)
The Ultimate African Safari:
Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Feb 18, – 26, 2012 – 8 Days
Price: $3,299 per person plus international airfare
This 9 days travel group safari tour to The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater will travel February 18 – 26, 2012. Considered by many to be one of life’s great adventures, an African safari through the world famous national parks of Tanzania is a trip that simply can’t be missed. On this exciting group adventure, you will join other like-minded adventure travelers and together experience plenty of opportunities for big game viewing and to take in the vast and incredible natural attractions of Tanzania, including the world-famous Serengeti National Park and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.
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Included in this adventure:
*Fully guided safari through some of Africa’s greatest national parks: Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Eyasi, and Lake Manyara
*Comfortable 4×4 Land Cruiser type vehicles with open viewing roof
*All accommodations in excellent mid-range safari hotels and comfortable tent camps (with in-tent shower and toilet)
*Visit to an active Masai Mara village
Trip Itinerary:
B: Breakfast | L: Lunch
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1 (Sat): Arrive in Kilimanjaro Airport. Pick up and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 (Sun): Orientation and acclimation day (B, L, D)
Day 3 (Mon): Travel Moshi to Lake Manyara NP. Safari Lake Manyara. (B, L, D)
Day 4 (Tue): Safari at Lake Eyasi. (B, L, D)
Day 5 (Wed): Safari Olduvai Gorge and Serengeti NP. (B, L, D)
Day 6 (Thurs): Full day safari in Serengeti. (B, L, D)
Day 7 (Fri): Safari in Ngorongoro Crater. (B, L, D)
Day 8 (Sat): Safari in Tarangire National Park. Afternoon return to Moshi. (B, L, D)
Day 9 (Sun): Trip Ends. Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport. (B)
Morocco: Classic Group Tour
March 31 – April 7, 2012 – 8 Days
Price: $1,799 per person plus international airfare
Join the travel club on a group tour March 31 – April 7, 2012 on this exciting group trip to Morocco – Casablanca, Fez & Marrakech! Explore the wonders and beauty of ancient Morocco, as we travel the storied route from exciting Casablanca, through Fez and Marrakech, all along visiting beautiful palaces, fabled towns, bustling ancient markets, and viewing the amazing Atlas Mountains… all in 4 star comfort.
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Included in this exciting adventure:
* 8 Days, 7 Nights in Moroccan 4 to 5 star hotels
* Expert Local guide throughout
* Global Expeditions Club Trip Leader
* Guided tour of Casablanca
* Guided tour of Fez
* Guided tour of Marrakech
* Transportation in modern A/C vehicles
* Visit and shopping in traditional local souk markets
* Breakfast daily
Trip Itinerary:
B: Breakfast | L: Lunch
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Casablanca, transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Casablanca to Rabat. (B)
Day 3: Rabat , Meknes, Volubilis, Fez. (B)
Day 4: Day tour of Fez. (B)
Day 5: Fez to Marrakech. (B)
Day 6: Day tour of Marrakech. (B)
Day 7: Marrakech to Casablanca. (B)
Day 8: Trip ends, transfer to airport. (B)
Italy: A Group Tour of Rome & Tuscany:
May 13 – 19, 2012 – 7 Days
Price: $1,975 per person plus international airfare
Join the travel club on a group tour May 13-19, 2012 on this exciting group trip to Italy! Explore the beauty of Tuscany and the splendor of Rome on this popular 7 day group tour to Italy. Join us as we explore the wonders of Florence, visit San Gimignano and participate in a fun cooking demonstration, enjoy wine tasting in the Chianti region, and witness the amazing history of Rome and the Vatican. This is a great group tour for those who wish to see Italy with a group of fun, like-minded adventurers.
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Included in this exciting adventure:
* Expert English speaking local guides
* Global Expeditions Club Leader
* Transportation and tours as indicated in modern a/c vehicle
* Tour to San Gimignano
* Italian cooking demonstration and lunch
* Wine tasting in the Chianti Region
* Guided tour of Florence
* Guided tour of Rome, the Vatican and Sistine Chapel
* Breakfast daily & 1 lunch
* European level 3-4 star hotels
Trip Itinerary:
B: Breakfast | L: Lunch
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Florence. Evening group orientation.
Day 2: Guided tour of Florence. (B)
Day 3: Full day guided tour of San Gimignano. Italian cooking demonstration. Wine tasting tour in Chianti. (B, L)
Day 4: Full day at leisure to explore Florence. (B)
Day 5: Florence to Rome through Tuscan countryside. (B)
Day 6: Full day guided tour of Rome, Vatican and Sistine Chapel. (B)
Day 7: Trip ends after breakfast. (B)
Greece: Athens & the Islands:
June 16 – 23, 2012 – 8 Days
Price: $1,899 per person plus international airfare
Join the travel club on a group tour June 16 – 23, 2012 on this exciting 8 day adventure to Greece: Athens & the Islands – 8 Days Join us as we go island hopping in the crystal blue waters of the Greek Islands. First we’ll explore the historic city of Athens, then take high-speed ferries to visit the fun and wild side of the island of Mykonos and the stunning beauty of the island of Santorini.
This group trip is a fantastic way to see the beauty of the Greek Islands with a group of fun, like-minded adventurers.
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Included in the awesome adventure:
* 7 nights in 3 to 4 star hotels
* Full day guided tour of Athens
* Airport pickup and transfer to hotel in Athens
* Full day sightseeing and winery tour in Santorini
* Guided tours as mentioned in itinerary with expert English speaking local guides
* Global Expeditions Club English speaking Trip Leader
* Breakfast daily
* Entrance fees to all sites as indicated in the itinerary
* All transfers as indicated in modern air-conditioned vehicles and high speed ferries
Trip Itinerary:
B: Breakfast | L: Lunch
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1 (Sat – 6/16): Arrive in Athens
Day 2 (Sun): Guided Tour of Athens (B)
Day 3 (Mon): Athens to Mykonos (B)
Day 4 (Tue): Leisure day to explore Mykonos (B)
Day 5 (Wed): Mykonos to Santorini (B)
Day 6 (Thurs): Full day sightseeing & wine tour (B)
Day 7 (Fri): Santorini to Athens (B)
Day 8 (Sat – 6/23): Greece trip ends. (B)
Ireland: Best of the Emerald Isle Group Tour:
July 15 – 21, 2012 – 7 Days
Price: $1,599 per person plus international airfare
Join the travel club on a group tour to Ireland July 15 – 21, 2012 This is an exciting 7 day trip to the best sites of the Emerald Isle, including visits to the Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle, the historical city of Dublin, the stunning Irish countryside, County Wicklow, and of course the famous pubs of Ireland. This is a great group tour for those who wish to see the best of Ireland with a group of fun, like-minded adventurers.
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Included in this awesome adventure:
* Global Expeditions Club Leader
* Transportation and tours as indicated in modern vehicle
* Full Irish breakfast daily
* 6 nights accommodation in 4 star hotels
* Ring of Kerry tour
* Visit to Blarney Castle and the Blarney Stone
* Visit to the Cliffs of Moher
* Visit the Blarney Woolen Mills
* Visit to the scenic Rock of Cashel
* Panoramic city tour of Dublin
* Optional: County Wicklow tour
Trip Itinerary:
B: Breakfast | L: Lunch
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Shannon. Cliffs of Moher visit.
Day 2: Killarney. Blarney Castle/Stone. Blarney Woolen Mills. (B)
Day 3: Ring of Kerry tour. (B)
Day 4: Rock of Cashel. Dublin city tour. (B)
Day 5: Free day Dublin. Walking tour of Dublin. (B)
Day 6: Free day Dublin. Optional tour to County Wicklow. (B)
Day 7: Trip ends, transfer to Dublin airport
Tibet & Nepal: Group Expedition Himalaya:
Sept 20 – Oct 6, 2012 – 17 days
Price: $3,643 per person plus international airfare / Group Airfare: $1,949
Travel with an adventurous group Sept 20 – Oct 6, 2012 on a tour to Tibet, India & Nepal. This is an exciting 17 day expedition through the heart of the Himalaya. This is the ancient overland route between two very exotic cities; Kathmandu, Nepal and Lhasa, Tibet, with a visit to Mt. Everest base camp and pre-trip stop at the amazing Taj Mahal in India.
*NO Single Supplement charge unless you specifically request a single room to yourself.
**As the group will need to travel between multiple countries together, we have arranged all international group airfare for this trip:
- JFK to Delhi, India
- Delhi to Kathmandu, Nepal
- Kathmandu to Lhasa, Tibet
- Kathmandu to JFK
Demand for this trip is very high and space is limited. Be sure to get your spot early, as spaces will go very quickly!
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Highlights:
* Group airfare starting and ending at JFK in New York
* Excursion to Mt. Everest Base Camp in Tibet
* Passing through the mighty Himalayan range in comfortable 4X4 Land Cruisers
* Scenic flight over the Himalaya with views of Mt. Everest
* Visits to numerous active Tibetan monasteries that date back thousands of years
* Spectacular views of mother nature at her best & an ancient civilization that has changed little over the past 1,000+ years
* Visit to the Taj Mahal, one of the 7 Wonders of the World
* A chance to explore the exotic city of Kathmandu, Nepal
* Breakfast daily
* 4 star hotel in Delhi, India and Kathmandu, Nepal
* Superior hotels and best available guesthouses in Tibet
Trip Itinerary:
B: Breakfast | L: Lunch
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1 (Thu- 09/20): Group flight departs JFK at 6:10 PM.
Day 2 (Fri – 09/21): Arrive Delhi, India.
Day 3 (Sat – 09/22): Day tour of Taj Mahal. (B)
Day 4 (Sun – 09/23): Fly Delhi to Kathmandu. (B)
Day 5 (Mon – 09/24): Free day in Kathmandu. (B)
Day 6 (Tue – 09/25): Fly Kathmandu to Lhasa. (B)
Day 7 (Wed – 09/26): Lhasa tour. (B)
Day 8 (Thu – 09/27): Lhasa tour. (B)
Day 9 (Fri – 09/28): Lhasa to Gyantse. (B)
Day 10 (Sat – 09/29): Gyantse to Shigatse. (B)
Day 11 (Sun – 09/30): Shigatse to Xegar. (B)
Day 12 (Mon – 10/1): Xegar to Rongbuk Monastery (Mt. Everest Base Camp). (B)
Day 13 (Tue – 10/2): AM Mt Everest Base Camp visit. Drive to Nyalam. (B)
Day 14 (Wed – 10/3): Nyalam to Kathmandu. (B)
Day 15 (Thu – 10/4): Free day in Kathmandu. (B)
Day 16 (Fri – 10/5): Fly Kathmandu to New York (JFK). (B)
Day 17 (Sat – 10/6): Arrive New York (JFK) at 12:40 PM. Trip Ends.
“Travel packages not arranged by Lavender Retreat, but organized by an independent travel agency”
