Gate 1 Travel

Highlights

• Discover Ushuaia, on the southernmost tip of South America, and visit the Maritime Museum in the Old Prison Tour of cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, the sophisticated "Paris of South America" Navigate through the calm waters of the Beagle Channel in the Tierra del Fuego Archipelago An exciting journey takes you along the Drake Passage where the Atlantic & Pacific converge From the observation deck view various species of sea birds, whales, dolphins, seals, albatross Reach the spectacular wilderness of the South Shetland Islands - a haven for prolific wildlife Exciting explorations by zodiac with expedition leaders in the glacial wonderland of Antarctica Watch as the evening light transforms icebergs into multicolor paintings in hues of blue and greens Traverse Cape Horn, once of great strategic importance because of its location and trade routes Onboard activities while at sea: enriching lectures, discussions and wildlife spotting

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• Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals. Tour Reykjavík, a buzzing city combining cosmopolitan and traditional trends Travel to the picturesque Borgarfjordur region, well-known for its astonishing natural beauty and historical heritage Explore an Ice Cave inside Langjökull Glacier, a once-in-a-lifetime experience Enjoy a unique perspective during a nature and birdwatching tour as you sail to the jagged and rocky islands of Breidafjordur Bay Taste “hakarl,” Icelandic fermented shark, at the Bjarnarhöfn Shark Farm Visit Snæfellsjökull National Park, dramatic setting for Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth Visit the award-winning Herring Era Museum in Siglufjörður, the nearest town to the Arctic Circle View Godafoss, the “waterfall of the gods,” one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland Pamper yourself with a soak in the warm geothermal Myvatn Nature Baths, with beautiful views over the Lake Myvatn area Enjoy a whale watching expedition from Húsavík harbor, considered the Whale Capital of Iceland Visit the remarkable geological and historical site of Þingvellir National Park, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour Iceland’s most famous natural wonders in the Golden Circle, including Gullfoss Waterfall and the famous Strokkur Geysir At Friðheimar Greenhouse, learn how pesticide-free tomatoes are grown with geothermal heat Travel along the wondrous southern coast, with its stark black sand beaches and waterfalls, and stunning views of Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull volcanoes Attend a unique performance of the famed Icelandic horses Visit the Hellisheidavirkjun Geothermal Power Plant and learn about geothermal power production in Iceland Enjoy a soothing experience in the warm and mineral-rich geothermal waters at the Blue Lagoon

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• Discover London’s history and pageantry on a tour of the trendy West End In Stratford-upon-Avon trace the footsteps of Shakespeare, England’s most famous poet Travel to the medieval city of York with its rich history, dating back to the Romans Visit Scotland’s Edinburgh Castle high above the city; view the magnificent crown jewels Tour Belfast’s Titanic Museum constructed in the dockyard where the ship was built Visit spectacular Giant’s Causeway, the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland View Derry’s preserved medieval city walls with its four original gates encircling the city Tour the Belleek Pottery Factory; watch craftspeople decorate this world-famous china Spend a day in the Irish countryside -- visit the unique Glen Keen working sheep farm Travel to Galway, once a seafaring town, nestled on the shores of Galway Bay At Trinity College in Dublin, marvel at the superb 8th century Book of Kells Farewell Dinner at an Irish Pub in Dublin with traditional Irish dance and music

Highlights

• Stroll along the U-Bein Bridge
• Tour the amazing Hpowindaung and Shwebadaung Caves
• Visit a local school to interact with children
• Visit Bagan, one of the most unforgettable archaeological sites in the world
• Tour the Bagan-era village of Salay, an active religious center founded in the 13th century