Costa Rican Jungle Adventure
Join us for an eleven-day adventure through a jungle paradise! Come to a land that boasts more species of butterflies than the whole of the continent of Africa! You’ll enjoy the friendly “Ticos,” famous for their warmth and hospitality and their fresh, delicious food. Imagine walking through lush jungles, strolling along the shores of starlit beaches and view an abundance of exotic wildlife from a bridge that gently suspends you in the mist of the Cloud Forest canopy. Sultry breezes, silly monkeys and colorful birds await you in this jungle paradise of Central America.
JOURNEY OVERVIEW
2 Nights San Jose (first and last night)
2 Nights Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs
2 Nights Monteverde Cloud Forest
2 Nights El Rincon de la Vieja
2 Nights Pacific Beach
EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Orientation walk of capital city of San Jose
A private tour of the National Museum
Coffee plantation visit
Walk through Poas National Park to Poas Volcano
Arenal Volcano
Jungle hike to a waterfall
Hot Springs of Arenal
Cloud Forest of Monteverde
Hummingbird Gallery
Skywalk through jungle canopy
Butterfly Garden
Float trip on Corobici River
Rincon de la Vieja volcano
Horseback ride into the forest
Starlit stroll on Pacific Beach
Toucans, monkeys, iguanas and sloth’s!
IT'S INCLUDED
An expert Earthbound Expeditions guide/naturalist.
Then nights of accommodation in comfortable cabins & lodges (All rooms with private bath).
All breakfasts and fifteen additional multi-course meals featuring regional specialties.
Transportation from arrival to departure on board a spacious mini bus.
Complimentary airport transfers in Costa Rica if arriving the day the tour begins.
Entrances to all activities listed in the journey highlights section above.
Gratuities for your guide and driver.
Fun introductory language lessons offered by your guide.
Complimentary refreshments.
Alumni discounts applied to all future trips with Earthbound Expeditions.
A fun small group of soon to be friends!
TERMS, PRICES, DATES, and RESERVATIONS
Length: 11 Days/10 Nights
Price: $1,995 PP Dbl. (8 to 17 participants)
Price: $2,396 PP Dbl. (4 to 7 participants)
Single: Supplement: $395
Journey Dates: Saturday, January 16, Feb.13 and March 6, 2010
Weekly departures for groups of four or more!
Simply request a private departure on the date of your choice for your family, friends or club.
To learn more please visit Earthbound Expeditition at www.EarthboundExpeditions.com
We look forward to traveling with you soon!
Matthew Brumley
Founder
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Small group travel: Croatia, Slovenia and Montenegro
Small group travel: Croatia, Slovenia and Montenegro
Earthbound Expeditions 2010 Small Group Travel: A voyage of discovery to Croatia in September 2010!
Sleepy Slovenia with its towering Julian Alps and mountain lakes is the vibrant springboard for your journey down the coast of Croatia. Experience the villages of the Adriatic, and stroll in the old town of Stari Grad in Dubrovnik with its marble-paved squares and steep cobbled streets. Cross over suspended wooden footbridges on the cascading turquoise lakes of Plitvice National Park and wander through an incredibly well preserved Roman palace in Split. Designed with the true wayfarer in mind, this expedition is perfect for those travelers who love stunning natural beauty, colorful seaside villages and historic, off-the-beaten-path medieval treasures.
TRIP FACTS
Length: 14 Days/13 Nights
Price: $3,595 (16-24 paricipants)
Single Supplement: $695
Trip dates: Trip dates: September 26 to October 9, 2010
JOURNEY OVERVIEW
2 Nights Lake Bled, Slovenia
2 Nights Opatija, Croatia
2 Nights Plitvice National Park, Croatia
1 Nights Split
3 Nights Hvar, Dalmatian Islands
3 Nights Dubrovnik/Cavtat
1 Night Mostar, Bosnia extension
EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
The stunning scenery of Lake Bled & the Julian Alps
Opportunities for an alpine hike or bike ride
A guided stroll through Ljubljana, Split & Dubrovnik
A wine tasting with local producer
The colorful seaside village of Šibenik
Two nights in the elegant 19th resort town of Opatija
Plitvice National Park with its stunning lakes and waterfalls
Croatia's glistening coastline
The Roman ruins of Solana and Diocletian's Palace in Split
Island hopping in Dalmatia
Village outings on Hvar
A small boat cruise through the archipelago of Hvar
A day in magnificent Montenegro
A small group of soon- to-be-friends.
For a complete itinerary please visit: www.EarthboundExpeditions.com
Or contact our savvy travel staff at Earthbound Expeditions toll free: 800. 723. 8454
Earthbound Expeditions 2010 Small Group Travel: A voyage of discovery to Croatia in September 2010!
Sleepy Slovenia with its towering Julian Alps and mountain lakes is the vibrant springboard for your journey down the coast of Croatia. Experience the villages of the Adriatic, and stroll in the old town of Stari Grad in Dubrovnik with its marble-paved squares and steep cobbled streets. Cross over suspended wooden footbridges on the cascading turquoise lakes of Plitvice National Park and wander through an incredibly well preserved Roman palace in Split. Designed with the true wayfarer in mind, this expedition is perfect for those travelers who love stunning natural beauty, colorful seaside villages and historic, off-the-beaten-path medieval treasures.
TRIP FACTS
Length: 14 Days/13 Nights
Price: $3,595 (16-24 paricipants)
Single Supplement: $695
Trip dates: Trip dates: September 26 to October 9, 2010
JOURNEY OVERVIEW
2 Nights Lake Bled, Slovenia
2 Nights Opatija, Croatia
2 Nights Plitvice National Park, Croatia
1 Nights Split
3 Nights Hvar, Dalmatian Islands
3 Nights Dubrovnik/Cavtat
1 Night Mostar, Bosnia extension
EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
The stunning scenery of Lake Bled & the Julian Alps
Opportunities for an alpine hike or bike ride
A guided stroll through Ljubljana, Split & Dubrovnik
A wine tasting with local producer
The colorful seaside village of Šibenik
Two nights in the elegant 19th resort town of Opatija
Plitvice National Park with its stunning lakes and waterfalls
Croatia's glistening coastline
The Roman ruins of Solana and Diocletian's Palace in Split
Island hopping in Dalmatia
Village outings on Hvar
A small boat cruise through the archipelago of Hvar
A day in magnificent Montenegro
A small group of soon- to-be-friends.
For a complete itinerary please visit: www.EarthboundExpeditions.com
Or contact our savvy travel staff at Earthbound Expeditions toll free: 800. 723. 8454
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
A Garden Tour to South Africa
A South African Garden Tour
Earthbound Expeditions, small group travel is pleased to announce two very special garden tours to South Africa departing in October of 2010. For those not familiar with the seasons of South Africa, October is the month when many of the regions wild flowers are out and in full bloom. For garden lovers there is no better time to visit South Africa’s many stunning gardens.
Garden lovers may choose to depart North America on October 13, with Jason Reeves research horticulturist with the University of Tennessee or with the Harry Jongerden, Garden Director of the VanDusen Botanical Garden on October 17-
South African Garden Highlights include visits to the following gardens and parks.
Little Brenthurst Garden
Safari Garden Centre
Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
Groot Constantia Estate
Cape Point Nature Reserve
Table Mountain Nature Reserve
Stellenberg Garden
Hout Bay Garden
Sanbi Outreach Greening Project
Vergelegen Estate
Pilansberg National Park
Special events, safaris, Table Mountain, Robben Island, first class lodgings and airfare from any city in the USA is included for $4,995-
For more information please visit: www.EarthboundExpeditions.com
Or call Earthbound Expeditions toll free number to reserve your garden tour to South Africa: 800. 723. 8454
Earthbound Expeditions, small group travel is pleased to announce two very special garden tours to South Africa departing in October of 2010. For those not familiar with the seasons of South Africa, October is the month when many of the regions wild flowers are out and in full bloom. For garden lovers there is no better time to visit South Africa’s many stunning gardens.
Garden lovers may choose to depart North America on October 13, with Jason Reeves research horticulturist with the University of Tennessee or with the Harry Jongerden, Garden Director of the VanDusen Botanical Garden on October 17-
South African Garden Highlights include visits to the following gardens and parks.
Little Brenthurst Garden
Safari Garden Centre
Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
Groot Constantia Estate
Cape Point Nature Reserve
Table Mountain Nature Reserve
Stellenberg Garden
Hout Bay Garden
Sanbi Outreach Greening Project
Vergelegen Estate
Pilansberg National Park
Special events, safaris, Table Mountain, Robben Island, first class lodgings and airfare from any city in the USA is included for $4,995-
For more information please visit: www.EarthboundExpeditions.com
Or call Earthbound Expeditions toll free number to reserve your garden tour to South Africa: 800. 723. 8454
Friday, December 4, 2009
Small Group Travel in Croatia
If you're looking for the perfect trip to Croatia and you want to go with a small group, Earthbound Expeditions' "Jewels of the Adriatic" is the trip for you.
Sleepy Slovenia with its towering Julian Alps and mountain lakes is the vibrant springboard for your journey down the coast of Croatia. Experience the villages of the Adriatic, and stroll in the old town of Stari Grad in Dubrovnik with its marble-paved squares and steep cobbled streets. Cross over suspended wooden footbridges on the cascading turquoise lakes of Plitvice National Park and wander through an incredibly well preserved Roman palace in Split. Designed with the true wayfarer in mind, this expedition is perfect for those travelers who love stunning natural beauty, colorful seaside villages and historic, off-the-beaten-path medieval treasures.
For more information on small group travel to Croatia, or other destinations, visit our website at www.earthboundexpeditions.com or call us at 1-800-723-8454. Small groups, big adventures!
Sleepy Slovenia with its towering Julian Alps and mountain lakes is the vibrant springboard for your journey down the coast of Croatia. Experience the villages of the Adriatic, and stroll in the old town of Stari Grad in Dubrovnik with its marble-paved squares and steep cobbled streets. Cross over suspended wooden footbridges on the cascading turquoise lakes of Plitvice National Park and wander through an incredibly well preserved Roman palace in Split. Designed with the true wayfarer in mind, this expedition is perfect for those travelers who love stunning natural beauty, colorful seaside villages and historic, off-the-beaten-path medieval treasures.
For more information on small group travel to Croatia, or other destinations, visit our website at www.earthboundexpeditions.com or call us at 1-800-723-8454. Small groups, big adventures!
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
A Wine Tour to Chile and Argentina
A Wine Tour to Chile and Argentina
Time is running out…
The time is ripe! Join Joe Euro, seven time veteran host for Earthbound Expeditions, on a culturally rich 13-day, 12-night sumptuous wine tour to Argentina and Chile. En route from Santiago to Buenos Aires, you’ll sip velvety smooth wines in Mendoza, cross the Andes at sunrise into Argentina and enjoy the full flavored wines of the Calchagua Valley.
In addition, you’ll be treated to an evening Tango performance, a hands-on cooking class, private tours of world-class museums and outings to colorful markets. You won’t want to miss out on this historic, perfectly blended adventure to South America with Sommelier Joe Euro!
Here are the facts…
13 Days/12 Nights
$3,545.00 Land only (15-22 travelers)
$4,495.00 Land and Air from Seattle (15-22 travelers)
$595 Single supplement (waived if a roommate is found)
Trip begins: Friday, February 12, 2010
Trip ends: Wednesday, February 24
Journey Highlights Include
Numerous private wine tastings with local producers in Chile and Argentina * Privately guided tours of each town visited * A private tour of the Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art * A passionate Tango performance * The Eva Peron Museum * The handicraft market of “San Telmo” * A seafood lunch in the central fish market of Santiago * A lesson in cooking empanadas and carbonada & pairing Argentine foods with Malbec and Torrontés wines * Visit to a colonial hacienda * A wine pairing lunch in Mendoza * Andes crossing into Argentina * Ferry across the Rio de la Plata to Colonia, Uruguay * A small group of soon-to-be-friends.
INCLUDED
Hosted by Wine Merchant/Guitarist Joe Euro, founder of the Wine Seller
Guided by an expert Earthbound Expeditions program manager
Four star hotel accommodations
Breakfast daily plus twelve additional multi-course meals
International and domestic flights
Private transfers by air-conditioned mini bus
Entrances and special wine tasting events as described in your itinerary
Fascinating city tours with informative local guides in Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Santa Cruz and Santiago
Private museum tours highlighting the history of both countries
A visit to the overlook point "Cerro San Cristobal"
City tour of Valparaiso (including a cable car lift up to a stunning lookout point)
Dinner and a lively Tango performance in Buenos Aires
The service of a professional sommelier throughout the tour
A special cooking class in Mendoza
Maps and a pre-tour reading and video list
Fun language lessons while in South America
A pre-tour gathering and wine tasting
A small group of like-minded travelers who share your passion for food, wine and culture.
Don’t miss out on this small group wine tour to Chile and Argentina.
Contact Earthbound Expeditions at: www.earthboundexpeditions.com
We look forward to seeing you in Chile and Argentina!
Happy travels,
Matthew Brumley, Founder
Earthbound Expeditions Inc.
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 USA
Time is running out…
The time is ripe! Join Joe Euro, seven time veteran host for Earthbound Expeditions, on a culturally rich 13-day, 12-night sumptuous wine tour to Argentina and Chile. En route from Santiago to Buenos Aires, you’ll sip velvety smooth wines in Mendoza, cross the Andes at sunrise into Argentina and enjoy the full flavored wines of the Calchagua Valley.
In addition, you’ll be treated to an evening Tango performance, a hands-on cooking class, private tours of world-class museums and outings to colorful markets. You won’t want to miss out on this historic, perfectly blended adventure to South America with Sommelier Joe Euro!
Here are the facts…
13 Days/12 Nights
$3,545.00 Land only (15-22 travelers)
$4,495.00 Land and Air from Seattle (15-22 travelers)
$595 Single supplement (waived if a roommate is found)
Trip begins: Friday, February 12, 2010
Trip ends: Wednesday, February 24
Journey Highlights Include
Numerous private wine tastings with local producers in Chile and Argentina * Privately guided tours of each town visited * A private tour of the Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art * A passionate Tango performance * The Eva Peron Museum * The handicraft market of “San Telmo” * A seafood lunch in the central fish market of Santiago * A lesson in cooking empanadas and carbonada & pairing Argentine foods with Malbec and Torrontés wines * Visit to a colonial hacienda * A wine pairing lunch in Mendoza * Andes crossing into Argentina * Ferry across the Rio de la Plata to Colonia, Uruguay * A small group of soon-to-be-friends.
INCLUDED
Hosted by Wine Merchant/Guitarist Joe Euro, founder of the Wine Seller
Guided by an expert Earthbound Expeditions program manager
Four star hotel accommodations
Breakfast daily plus twelve additional multi-course meals
International and domestic flights
Private transfers by air-conditioned mini bus
Entrances and special wine tasting events as described in your itinerary
Fascinating city tours with informative local guides in Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Santa Cruz and Santiago
Private museum tours highlighting the history of both countries
A visit to the overlook point "Cerro San Cristobal"
City tour of Valparaiso (including a cable car lift up to a stunning lookout point)
Dinner and a lively Tango performance in Buenos Aires
The service of a professional sommelier throughout the tour
A special cooking class in Mendoza
Maps and a pre-tour reading and video list
Fun language lessons while in South America
A pre-tour gathering and wine tasting
A small group of like-minded travelers who share your passion for food, wine and culture.
Don’t miss out on this small group wine tour to Chile and Argentina.
Contact Earthbound Expeditions at: www.earthboundexpeditions.com
We look forward to seeing you in Chile and Argentina!
Happy travels,
Matthew Brumley, Founder
Earthbound Expeditions Inc.
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 USA
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