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A Taste Of Japan: Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka

9 Days | 8 Nights | Tokyo – Kyoto – Osaka

Tour Overview

Experience the highlights of Japan on this perfectly paced journey through three of the country’s most iconic cities. Begin in Tokyo, where cutting-edge modernity meets deep-rooted tradition, before travelling by bullet train to Kyoto, the spiritual heart of Japan and home to ancient temples and geisha districts. Finish in vibrant Osaka, renowned for its food culture, nightlife and contemporary energy.

This itinerary offers a relaxed, self-guided touring style with included guided walking tours and excellent rail connections, making it ideal for first-time visitors wanting flexibility with expert touches.

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Tour Highlights

• Explore Tokyo’s iconic Shibuya district on a guided walking tour

• High-speed bullet train journeys between cities

• Discover Kyoto’s atmospheric Gion geisha district

• Free time to explore temples, shrines and neighbourhoods at your own pace

• Finish in Osaka, Japan’s culinary and entertainment capital

• Superior category hotels throughout

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – UK / Ireland → Tokyo

Depart from the UK or Ireland on an overnight flight to Japan.
Overnight: Night on board

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Day 2 – Arrive Tokyo

Arrive in Tokyo and make your own way to the hotel (private transfers available on request). The rest of the day is free to relax or begin exploring the city independently.
Overnight: Tokyo

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Day 3 – Tokyo & Shibuya Walking Tour

Morning at leisure to explore Tokyo. Suggested sights include Meiji Shrine, Harajuku or Omotesando.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walking tour of Shibuya, one of Tokyo’s most famous districts. Highlights include Shibuya Crossing, Nonbei Yokocho, Miyashita Park, Center Gai and the iconic Hachiko Statue.
Overnight: Tokyo

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Day 4 – Tokyo at Leisure

Enjoy a full day to explore Tokyo at your own pace. Optional excursions include a full-day Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi tour, offering stunning views of Japan’s most famous peak and surrounding landscapes.
Overnight: Tokyo

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Day 5 – Tokyo → Kyoto

Board the Shinkansen bullet train to Kyoto (approx. 2 hours 15 minutes). On arrival, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure exploring Kyoto’s historic streets, temples and traditional neighbourhoods.
Overnight: Kyoto

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Day 6 – Kyoto & Gion Geisha District

Morning at leisure to explore Kyoto. Optional visits include Nijo Castle or the Samurai & Ninja Museum.
In the evening, enjoy a guided walking tour of Gion, Kyoto’s famous geisha district. Wander atmospheric streets lined with traditional wooden townhouses while learning about geiko and maiko culture.
Overnight: Kyoto

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Day 7 – Kyoto at Leisure

Free day to explore independently. Optional full-day Kyoto & Nara tour available, visiting the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), Fushimi Inari’s torii gates and Nara Park, home to temples and free-roaming deer.
Overnight: Kyoto

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Day 8 – Kyoto → Osaka

Travel by bullet train to Osaka (approx. 15 minutes). Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure discovering Osaka’s lively districts, street food scene and nightlife.
Overnight: Osaka

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Day 9 – Osaka → UK / Ireland

Make your own way to the airport for your return flight home (private transfers available on request).
Depending on flight times, arrival back in the UK / Ireland may be the same day or following day.

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What’s Included

• Return international flights from selected UK / Ireland airports

• Bullet train journeys: Tokyo → Kyoto and Kyoto → Osaka

• 7 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels

• Guided Shibuya district walking tour in Tokyo

• Guided Gion geisha district walking tour in Kyoto

• Visits and entrance fees as per itinerary

• All air taxes and fuel surcharges

• ATOL protection

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What’s Not Included

• Airport transfers (available as optional extras)

• Breakfasts, lunches and dinners

• Optional excursions and activities

• Local accommodation taxes (payable directly to hotels)

• Tips and personal expenses

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Accommodation

Stay in carefully selected Superior category hotels, ideally located in:

• Tokyo

• Kyoto

• Osaka

(All accommodation is confirmed closer to departure and will be of the same or higher standard.)

Enquire Now

Interested in this tour or want to tailor it to suit your travel plans?
Use the enquiry form below and one of our travel specialists will be in touch to personalise every detail for you.

Call us on: 0800 033 7787

South Africa & Zimbabwe: Cape, Kruger & Victoria Falls

14 Days | 13 Nights | Johannesburg – Kruger – Cape Town – Victoria Falls

Tour Overview

Experience the very best of Southern Africa on this iconic journey combining vibrant cities, unforgettable wildlife encounters, dramatic coastlines and one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Begin in Johannesburg before heading into the African bush for thrilling game drives in Kruger National Park. Continue to Cape Town, where beaches, mountains and culture collide, before ending your adventure at the mighty Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

This itinerary is ideal for travellers wanting a perfectly balanced introduction to Southern Africa, with guided highlights and free time to explore independently.

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Tour Highlights

• Scenic journey from Johannesburg to the Kruger region

• Full-day 4×4 safari in Kruger National Park

• Visit to Pretoria’s Union Buildings

• Cape Town hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus

• Table Mountain Cableway experience

• Victoria Falls UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Optional sunset cruise, helicopter flight and Chobe National Park safari

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – UK / Ireland → Johannesburg

Depart from the UK or Ireland on an overnight flight to Johannesburg.
Overnight: Night on board

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Day 2 – Arrive Johannesburg

Arrive in Johannesburg and transfer to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure exploring the city’s vibrant neighbourhoods, food scene and cultural hotspots.
Overnight: Johannesburg

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Day 3 – Johannesburg → Kruger Region

After breakfast, travel by road through the Highveld and into the lush Lowveld en route to the Kruger region. Enjoy changing scenery as the landscape transforms ahead of your safari adventure.
Overnight: Kruger Region

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Day 4 – Kruger National Park Safari

Set off early for a full-day 4×4 safari in Kruger National Park. Explore the famous Southern Circle, known for its excellent chances of spotting lions, rhinos, elephants and more. Breakfast is enjoyed on the go, with a lunch stop (not included) during the day.
Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight: Kruger Region

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Day 5 – Kruger Region at Leisure

Enjoy a free day to relax or explore independently. Optional additional safari experiences are available for those wishing to maximise wildlife viewing opportunities.
Dinner included.
Overnight: Kruger Region

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Day 6 – Kruger Region → Johannesburg → Cape Town

Travel by road back to Johannesburg, stopping in Pretoria to view the Union Buildings, the official seat of South Africa’s government. Continue to the airport for your flight to Cape Town.
Arrive and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Cape Town

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Day 7 – Cape Town & Table Mountain

Enjoy a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket, allowing you to explore Cape Town at your own pace. In the afternoon, take the cable car to the summit of Table Mountain for breathtaking panoramic views across the city and coastline.
Overnight: Cape Town

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Day 8 – Cape Town at Leisure

Free day to explore independently. Optional excursions include a full-day Cape Winelands tour to Stellenbosch, featuring wine tastings and scenic vineyard landscapes.
Overnight: Cape Town

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Day 9 – Cape Town at Leisure

Another free day to enjoy Cape Town or join an optional full-day Cape Peninsula excursion, visiting dramatic coastlines, penguin colonies and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.
Overnight: Cape Town

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Day 10 – Cape Town → Victoria Falls

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy time at leisure. Optional sunset cruise on the Zambezi River available.
Overnight: Victoria Falls

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Day 11 – Victoria Falls

Visit the Zimbabwe side of Victoria Falls, known locally as “The Smoke That Thunders.” Explore various viewpoints to appreciate the scale and power of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Optional helicopter flights or guided tours from both the Zimbabwe and Zambia sides are available.
Overnight: Victoria Falls

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Day 12 – Victoria Falls at Leisure

Free day to relax or join an optional full-day excursion to Chobe National Park in Botswana, combining a safari game drive and river cruise in one unforgettable day.
Overnight: Victoria Falls

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Day 13 – Victoria Falls → UK / Ireland

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK or Ireland.
Overnight: Night on board

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Day 14 – Arrive UK / Ireland

Arrival back in the UK or Ireland, bringing your Southern African adventure to a close.

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What’s Included

• Return international flights from selected UK / Ireland airports

• Internal flights: Johannesburg → Cape Town, Cape Town → Victoria Falls

• All airport and intercity transfers in air-conditioned vehicles

• 11 nights accommodation in Luxury category hotels

• 11 breakfasts and 3 dinners

• Full-day 4×4 safari in Kruger National Park

• Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus in Cape Town

• Table Mountain Cableway experience

• Guided visit to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe side)

• All air taxes and fuel surcharges

• ATOL protection

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What’s Not Included

• Entrance visas (Zimbabwe / Botswana where applicable)

• Drinks and meals not stated

• Optional excursions and experiences

• Tips and personal expenses

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Accommodation

Stay in carefully selected Luxury category hotels, ideally located in:

• Johannesburg

• Kruger National Park region

• Cape Town

• Victoria Falls

(All accommodation is confirmed closer to departure and will be of the same or higher standard.)

Enquire Now

Interested in this tour or want to tailor it to suit your travel plans?
Use the enquiry form below and one of our travel specialists will be in touch to personalise every detail for you.

Call us on: 0800 033 7787

Thailand: Spirit of Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

12 Days | 11 Nights | Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Phuket

Tour Overview

Discover Thailand on an unforgettable journey through the country’s most iconic destinations. From the glittering temples and vibrant street life of Bangkok to the cultural heart and mountain scenery of Chiang Mai, before unwinding on the tropical beaches of Phuket. This itinerary blends culture, history, cuisine and relaxation, offering a perfectly balanced introduction to Thailand with guided highlights and time to explore independently.

Ideal for first-time visitors and those wanting a classic Thailand experience with variety and value.

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Tour Highlights

• Guided temple walking tour in Bangkok

• Grand Palace, Wat Pho & Wat Arun

• Chiang Mai temples and cultural museum visit

• Traditional Khantoke dinner & dance show

• Free time to explore Bangkok and Chiang Mai

• Tropical beach stay in Phuket

• Optional island-hopping and cultural excursions

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – UK / Ireland → Bangkok

Depart from the UK or Ireland on an overnight flight to Bangkok.
Overnight: Night on board

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Day 2 – Arrive Bangkok

Arrive in Thailand’s buzzing capital and meet your local representative. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to begin discovering Bangkok’s vibrant culture, night markets and cuisine.
Overnight: Bangkok

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Day 3 – Bangkok Temple Walking Tour

After breakfast, head to the meeting point for a guided temple walking tour. Visit Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), the magnificent Grand Palace complex, stroll through local markets, and explore Wat Pho, home to the famous Reclining Buddha. Continue to Wat Arun, the iconic Temple of Dawn on the riverbanks.
Return to the hotel for the afternoon at leisure.
Overnight: Bangkok

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Day 4 – Bangkok at Leisure

Day at leisure to explore independently. Optional excursions include a full-day visit to Ayutthaya Historical Park, the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight: Bangkok

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Day 5 – Bangkok → Chiang Mai

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time to explore this relaxed, cultural city set amongst northern Thailand’s mountains.
Overnight: Chiang Mai

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Day 6 – Chiang Mai Temples & Culture

Enjoy a half-day guided tour visiting the Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre, followed by visits to Wat Chiang Man, Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh. Learn about the city’s Lanna heritage and temple traditions.
Afternoon at leisure.
Overnight: Chiang Mai

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Day 7 – Chiang Mai at Leisure & Khantoke Dinner

Free day to explore Chiang Mai at your own pace. Optional visit to Doi Suthep Temple and a White Hmong hill tribe village available.
In the evening, visit a local market followed by a traditional Khantoke dinner and dance show featuring cultural performances from the ancient Lanna Kingdom.
Overnight: Chiang Mai

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Day 8 – Chiang Mai → Phuket

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Phuket. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy time at leisure on Thailand’s most famous island, known for its beaches, coves and relaxed atmosphere.
Overnight: Phuket

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Day 9 – Phuket at Leisure

Free day to enjoy Phuket’s beaches or explore Phuket Town. Optional excursion available to Phi Phi & Bamboo Island by speedboat, including snorkelling and lunch.
Overnight: Phuket

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Day 10 – Phuket at Leisure

Another free day to relax or join an optional excursion to James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay, featuring limestone cliffs, caves and canoeing experiences.
Overnight: Phuket

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Day 11 – Phuket → UK / Ireland

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK or Ireland.
Overnight: Night on board

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Day 12 – Arrive UK / Ireland

Arrival back in the UK or Ireland, bringing your Thai adventure to a close.

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What’s Included

• Return international flights from selected UK / Ireland airports

• Internal flights: Bangkok → Chiang Mai → Phuket

• All airport and intercity transfers in air-conditioned vehicles

• 9 nights accommodation in Luxury category hotels

• 9 breakfasts

• Guided temple walking tour in Bangkok

• Half-day Chiang Mai temples & cultural museum tour

• Traditional Khantoke dinner & dance show

• Visits and entrance fees as per itinerary

• English-speaking guides during excursions

• All air taxes and fuel surcharges

• ATOL protection

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What’s Not Included

• Drinks and meals not stated

• Optional excursions and experiences

• Tips and personal expenses

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Accommodation

Stay in carefully selected Luxury category hotels, ideally located in:

• Bangkok

• Chiang Mai

• Phuket

(All accommodation is confirmed closer to departure and will be of the same or higher standard.)

Enquire Now

Interested in this tour or want to tailor it to suit your travel plans?
Use the enquiry form below and one of our travel specialists will be in touch to personalise every detail for you.

Call us on: 0800 033 7787

Uganda: Land of the Primates

10 Days | 9 Nights | Entebbe – Kibale – Bwindi – Lake Mburo

Tour Overview

Discover one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife destinations on this immersive journey through Uganda, the “Pearl of Africa.” Track chimpanzees in the lush rainforests of Kibale National Park, encounter endangered mountain gorillas deep within Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and enjoy classic game viewing in Lake Mburo National Park. With luxury lodges, expert guiding and included trekking permits, this private tour delivers once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters in some of the continent’s most pristine landscapes.

This itinerary is perfect for travellers seeking meaningful wildlife experiences, adventure and conservation-focused travel.

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Tour Highlights

• Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park

• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

• Luxury lodge stays in Uganda’s most iconic parks

• Game drives and boat safari in Lake Mburo National Park

• Private 4×4 transport with expert English-speaking guide

• All gorilla and chimpanzee trekking permits included

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – UK / Ireland → Entebbe

Depart from the UK or Ireland on an overnight flight to Entebbe.
Overnight: Night on board

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Day 2 – Arrive Entebbe

Arrive in Entebbe, meet your private guide and transfer to your hotel on the shores of Lake Victoria. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing or exploring this charming lakeside town.
Overnight: Entebbe

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Day 3 – Entebbe → Kibale Forest National Park

Travel west towards Kibale Forest National Park, passing rolling hills, tea plantations and vibrant local towns along the way. Optional cooking class with a local community available in the afternoon.
Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Overnight: Kibale Region

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Day 4 – Kibale Forest: Chimpanzee Trekking

Set out early for your chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest. Accompanied by an expert ranger, track chimpanzee families through the rainforest and observe their natural behaviours.
Return to the lodge for lunch. Optional Bigodi Swamp Walk available in the afternoon.
Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Overnight: Kibale Region

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Day 5 – Kibale Forest → Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Travel south towards Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, enjoying dramatic scenery and views of the Virunga Mountains. Lunch included en route.
Optional coffee experience with a local community before arriving at your lodge.
Dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Bwindi Region

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Day 6 – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest: Gorilla Trekking

Today’s highlight is an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience. After a briefing and traditional welcome, trek through dense forest terrain in search of a gorilla family. Spend up to one hour observing these incredible animals at close range before returning to the lodge.
Optional canoeing experience on Lake Mulehe available.
Lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Bwindi Region

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Day 7 – Bwindi → Lake Mburo National Park

Travel onwards to Lake Mburo National Park. Arrive at your lodge and enjoy a late afternoon game drive, spotting plains game such as zebra, giraffe, buffalo and antelope species.
Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Overnight: Lake Mburo Region

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Day 8 – Lake Mburo National Park

Enjoy an early morning game drive followed by time to relax at the lodge. Later, embark on a scenic boat cruise on Lake Mburo, home to hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife.
Lunch and dinner included.
Overnight: Lake Mburo Region

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Day 9 – Lake Mburo → Entebbe → UK / Ireland

After a final game viewing experience, travel back to Entebbe Airport, stopping at the Equator for photos and souvenir shopping if time allows.
Depart on your return flight to the UK or Ireland.
Overnight: Night on board

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Day 10 – Arrive UK / Ireland

Arrival back in the UK or Ireland, bringing your Ugandan adventure to a close.

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What’s Included

• Return international flights from selected UK / Ireland airports

• Private 4×4 transport throughout

• 7 nights accommodation in Luxury category lodges and hotels

• 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners

• English-speaking private guide throughout

• Chimpanzee trekking permit in Kibale Forest

• Gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

• Game drives and boat cruise in Lake Mburo National Park

• All park entrance fees and activities as per itinerary

• Bottled water while on safari

• All air taxes and fuel surcharges

• ATOL protection

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What’s Not Included

• Uganda visa

• Drinks not stated

• Optional community experiences and activities

• Tips and personal expenses

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Accommodation

Stay in carefully selected Luxury category lodges and hotels, ideally located in:

• Entebbe

• Kibale Forest region

• Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

• Lake Mburo National Park

(All accommodation is confirmed closer to departure and will be of the same or higher standard.)

Enquire Now

Interested in this tour or want to tailor it to suit your travel plans?
Use the enquiry form below and one of our travel specialists will be in touch to personalise every detail for you.

Call us on: 0800 033 7787