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CanadaCanadian Rockies and Glacier Park . . . . . . . . 14 Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island . . . . . . 16

MexicoCopper Canyon Roundtrip Train . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Mexico’s Ancient and Colonial Cities . . . . . . . 20

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Grand Canyon, Sedona, Lake Powell, Bryce & Zion 8 Days $995Fully Escorted

1st day–Phoenix, Arizona See some of America’s greatest parks! Your Southwest adventure begins in Phoenix, Arizona. Transfer from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport by hotel courtesy shuttle to your hotel. Rooms are available for check in after 3:00 p.m. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing.

2nd day–Montezuma Castle, Sedona See Scottsdale, Camelback Mountain and giant Saguaro Cacti on your morning sightseeing. Drive north to visit Montezuma Castle, site of 12th and 13th century cliff dwellings. The state of Arizona has been inhabited for at least 15,000 years. Fifteen different Native American tribes live on reservations within Arizona. Continue to the artist colony of Sedona, surrounded by magnificent red rock formations and voted the most beautiful place in America. Some people believe that certain areas in Sedona have strong energy forces. These areas are known as vortexes and are believed to revitalize you. Photostop at beautiful Bell Rock, a well-known vortex. Enjoy a leisurely visit to Sedona, with its outstanding collection of galleries, shops and restaurants. Continue on a scenic drive of the red rock formations surrounding Sedona. Arrive at your Sedona hotel. Enjoy dinner tonight. BD

3rd day–Flagstaff, Grand Canyon This morning wind through Oak Creek Canyon en route to Flagstaff to visit the Indian Museum of Northern Arizona. Then, arrive early afternoon at the Grand Canyon. Your lodge is in the Grand Canyon National Park, near the South Rim. The Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, follows the course of the Colorado River. It varies from one to eighteen miles in width and is almost 280 miles long. Your afternoon is free for exploration. Take the free shuttle to the West Rim lookouts. Enjoy breathtaking Grand Canyon vistas. B

4th day–Grand Canyon, Lake Powell Enjoy breakfast at historic El Tovar Lodge on the rim of the Grand Canyon. Then, drive along the scenic East Rim lookouts to the famous Desert View Lookout. Next, continue to visit a Navajo and Hopi Trading Post. Here, you will find a large selection of high quality Hopi and Kachina dolls and fine Native American jewelry and handicrafts. Next, drive over the Glen Canyon Dam to 185 mile long Lake Powell. Arrive at Lake Powell Resort, formerly known as Wahweap Lodge, on the shores of Lake Powell. Enjoy a scenic boat cruise through Lake Powell’s Antelope Canyon. Dine in your resort’s famous Rainbow room with 180 degree sweeping views of the colorful sunsets over Lake Powell. Enjoy a relaxing two night stay at Lake Powell Resort. BD

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Grand Canyon, Sedona, Lake Powell, Bryce & Zion 8 Days $9955th day–Monument Valley, Jeep Tour This morning enter the Navajo Indian Nation. Enjoy a jeep tour of the restricted backcountry of Monument Valley, a beautiful, pristine area of buttes and arches which is accessible only with authorized Navajo guides. The Valley was the backdrop for Western classics, such as “The Searchers,” “Stagecoach,” and “Once Upon a Time in the West.” This is John Wayne country. John Ford, the filmmaker, discovered the rugged beauty of Monument Valley in the 1940’s. Visit Ford Point where you will recognize movie backdrops. Many westerns were filmed here, with such Hollywood legends as Maureen O’Hara, John Wayne, Henry Fonda, and James Stewart. Lunch at Gouldings Lodge overlooking Monument Valley. Visit the Hollywood Museum dedicated to the films made in Monument Valley. Return to Lake Powell. BL

6th day–Bryce Canyon National Park Morning drive to Bryce Canyon. See the “Hoodoos,” fantastic red, orange and pink limestone spirals. This afternoon enjoy scenic stops at Bryce Point and Sunrise Point, overlooking the stunning Bryce Amphitheater. Next, to Bryce Valley for an overnight stay at rustic Bryce Valley Inn, which is located just outside the Park and has an overnight elevation of 6,200 feet (overnight elevations in Bryce Canyon Park are higher and up to 8,100 feet). Look for colorful sunsets which transform the nearby Escalante Mountains (Butch Cassidy country) into brilliant shades of red, orange and pink. B

7th day–Zion National Park This morning drive to Zion Park. See a wonderland of rock monoliths. Zion features stunning scenery found nowhere else on earth and is a geologic showpiece with sandstone cliffs among the world’s highest.

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1 Phoenix Doubletree Suites 2 Sedona Kokopelli Suites 3 Grand Canyon Thunderbird, Maswik, Kachina, or Yavapai (all at the South Rim) 4,5 Lake Powell Lake Powell Resort 6 Bryce Canyon Bryce Valley Inn 7 Zion Park Area Zion Park Lodge, Zion Park Inn, Majestic Lodge 2008 Departures Begins Phoenix, Arizona Weekly from April 12 to Oct. 29. Room Type Price Per Person DOUBLE $995 U.S. Dollars TRIPLE 975 Airfare is extra. SINGLE 1355

Taxes & fees: Double $149; Triple $129 Single $179. Hold space free up to 7 days, then $300 deposit. Full payment due 60 days prior to departure. $99 Travel Protection Plan, see General Information.

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Early settlers were so inspired by Zion’s beauty that they bestowed exalted names on the park’s natural features. See East Temple, the Court of the Patriachs and the Great White Throne. Leisure time this afternoon to take the valley floor shuttle and the scenic walking trails. Enjoy dinner. BD

8th day–Zion Park to Las Vegas, Nevada After breakfast, Caravan transfers you from Zion Park to Las Vegas, Nevada. Enjoy a brief sightseeing drive of the Las Vegas strip. Arrive at the Las Vegas airport at 1:00 p.m. Schedule flights after 3:00 p.m. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. B

“I recommend this great adventure.” D.B., Corpus Christi, Texas

“Grand Canyon, Bryce, Zion and Lake Powell. The scenery was spectacular. Zion, alone, was well worth the trip. Our 5th Caravan tour. Thank you, a class act!”

Mr. & Mrs. R.M.B., Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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Mt. Rushmore, Grand Tetons & Yellowstone 8 Days $995

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1st day–Rapid City, South Dakota See some of America’s grandest sights! Your western adventure begins in Rapid City, South Dakota. Transfer from the Rapid City Airport by hotel courtesy shuttle to your centrally located hotel for a two night stay. Rooms are available for check in after 3:00 p.m. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing.

2nd day–Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse Enjoy a morning visit to Mt. Rushmore National Monument, with the sculpted faces of Presidents Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt. Next, drive to Crazy Horse Memorial. Started over 50 years ago, and still under construction, the memorial is the world’s largest sculpture in progress. Chief Standing Bear told the sculptor, Korczak Ziolkowski, “My fellow chiefs and I would like the white man to know the red man has great heroes, too.” The monument is a tribute to the Sioux Lakota Indian leader known as Crazy Horse. Here, Indian artisans showcase their arts and crafts and visit with guests. Then, visit the Indian Museum of North America. Return through the Black Hills to Rapid City. Free time to explore the historic district and stroll the Presidential Walk with life-size statues of American Presidents. Enjoy dinner. BD

3rd day–Little Big Horn, Montana Enter Wyoming and head west across the high plains. Drive by the old western cowboy town of Sheridan. Enjoy lunch. Next, enter Montana, “Big Sky Country.” Visit Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument in the Crow Nation. Here, in 1876, in the Valley of Little Big Horn, combined Sioux and Northern Cheyenne forces led by Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse overwhelmed Custer and his cavalry. Continue to Billings, nestled between the Yellowstone River and the red Rimrocks. Explorers Lewis & Clark camped near here in 1806. BL

4th day–Cody, Wyoming, Yellowstone Journey through the wide-open spaces of Montana today en route to Cody,Wyoming. Visit the world famous Buffalo Bill Historical Center known for its wild west exhibits. See the Plains Indian Museum and the Whitney Gallery of Western Art, with paintings and sculptures by revered artists such as Frederic Remington and Charles Russell. This afternoon cross the Continental Divide and enter Yellowstone Park for a relaxing two night stay. B Note: All tours stay at Old Faithful Inn or Old Faithful Snow Lodge except tours departing June 2, 8, 12, 13 and 21 and August 18 which stay at Grant Village. All of these lodges are located within Yellowstone National Park.

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5th day–Yellowstone, Mammoth Springs Today enjoy a full day complete circle tour of Yellowstone Park. Established in 1872, Yellowstone became the first national park in the world. Now over 90 countries have national parks. This 2,219,766 acre park contains almost 300 geysers and over 10,000 hot springs, fumaroles and mud pots. Look for moose, elk and bison. You will visit the major attractions of both Yellowstone’s upper and lower loops. On the upper loop, you will see Norris Geyser Basin and visit Mammoth Hot Springs. Walk on the raised platforms above the unique terraced pools. Mammoth Hot Springs is one of the best areas in the park for close-up viewing of elk or bison. On the lower loop, you will see Old Faithful Geyser, where every 90 minutes the Old Faithful Geyser shoots thousands of gallons of steaming water into the air. You will see Fountain Paint Pots, Yellowstone Lake and visit Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon, where you can marvel at the rushing waters of Yellowstone Falls, twice the height of Niagara. Return to your Yellowstone Park Lodge. B

6th day–Grand Tetons, Jackson This morning enter Grand Teton National Park. See the jagged soaring Teton Range with peaks over 12,000 feet. Scenes from the movie “Shane” were filmed here. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the banks of the Snake River. Weather permitting, an unforgettable float trip awaits you on the majestic Snake River. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound as you float through the park. Watch for waterfowl, beaver, osprey and eagles. Next, stop at pristine Jenny Lake. Then, to Jackson. Free time to explore the charming downtown. Stroll the art galleries and western shops. See the Antler Arch at the entrance to the town square. You may wish to visit the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, with bar stools made from horse saddles. Enjoy dinner. BLD

7th day–Tetons, Oregon Trail, Idaho Drive south through the Bridger-Teton National Forest this morning. Enter Idaho and cross the route of the original “Oregon Trail.” Photo stop at beautiful Bear Lake. Continue via Logan Canyon to Salt Lake City, Utah, the state capital. Afternoon visit to Temple Square with its beautiful gardens and fountains. See the Mormon Tabernacle, home to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir (unless closed to the public due to a religious ceremony). Enjoy a farewell dinner. BD

8th day–Salt Lake City, Utah Your tour ends after breakfast at your hotel in Salt Lake City. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. B

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1,2 Rapid City Radisson 3 Billings Crowne Plaza 4,5 Yellowstone National Park Old Faithful Inn, Old Faithful Snow Lodge, Grant Village 6 Jackson The Virginian 7 Salt Lake City Hilton

2008 Departures Begins Rapid City, South Dakota Daily from May 28-July 31; Aug.10-Sept. 26Per Person U.S. Dollars - Airfare is extra Room Type Price DOUBLE $995* $1095 TRIPLE 975* 1075 SINGLE 1455* 1555*Tours are $995 double, except July and August which are $1095 double.

Taxes & fees: Double $149; Triple $139; Single $179. Hold space free up to 7 days, then $300 deposit. Full payment due 60 days prior to departure. $99 Travel Protection Plan, see General Information.

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“The places were spectacular. The photo stops were great. Your tour director is very resourceful and intelligent... made friends on this tour. This was my 5th trip. I plan to travel again soon with Caravan.”

Mr. J. B., Fort Worth, Texas

“The hotel rooms were good size and com-fortable. Your tour director was excellent, had a great sense of humor and kept everyone smiling. A well planned trip. We have already recommended this trip to several couples.” Mr. & Mrs. E. M., Osterville, Massachusetts

“The float trip on the Snake River was wonderful.” M. H., Byfield, Massachusetts

“I was very impressed with the trip and the itinerary, and felt it was very good value for the money.”

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1st day–San Francisco, California Your vacation begins. Fly to the city on the bay, San Francisco, for a two night stay. San Francisco is named for its patron saint, Saint Francis of Assisi. Your hotel is conveniently located near exciting Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco’s most popular destination. Rooms are available for check in after 3:00 p.m. Enjoy dinner. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing. D

2nd day–Wine Country, Bay Cruise View San Francisco highlights on a brief morning sightseeing tour. See Union Square, Chinatown and Nob Hill. Then, head over the Golden Gate Bridge. Next, continue to California’s wine country. See the historic Sonoma Mission on Sonoma Plaza. Here, in 1846 when the West was being settled, rowdy fun-loving pioneers raised the flag of the Bear Republic, the beginning of the state of California. This afternoon visit a winery and sample local wines. Return to San Francisco. Stop at the Golden Gate Bridge overlook. The world’s most photographed bridge is two miles long and has more than 80,000 miles of wires. Golden Gate Bridge is constantly being repainted by a crew of 31 painters to combat the corrosive effects of the salt air. Enjoy a late afternoon cruise on San Francisco Bay. See Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate Bridge and the beautiful San Francisco skyline. B

3rd day–San Joaquin, Sierra Nevadas Your morning is free to explore San Francisco and lively Fisherman’s Wharf. You may wish to catch a cable car or just relax and watch the sea lions barking at the Pier. This afternoon head east into the fertile San Joaquin Valley, the bread-basket of California. Then, climb through the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Pass through old gold mining towns from the great California gold rush. Arrive at your hotel, the Yosemite View Lodge, for a relaxing two night stay. B

4th day–Yosemite National Park A full day of adventure awaits you in Yosemite National Park. Established in 1890, this 1,000 square mile park was first brought to the public’s attention by naturalist John Muir, founder of the Sierra Club. Enjoy a morning tour of the scenic Yosemite valley floor in an open-air vehicle. See cedar, pine and fir trees, magnificent waterfalls and two towering granite monoliths known as Half Dome and El Capitan. Your afternoon is at leisure to explore Yosemite Park. Free time to hike the nature trails, rent a bike or just simply relax in the splendor of one of the most beautiful places in the world. B

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California Coast and Yosemite Park 8 Days $995Continue to Santa Barbara. Stroll along the downtown pier for beautiful ocean vistas. Then, to Los Angeles and your hotel, for a relaxing two night stay. Evening at leisure. B

7th day–Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Getty Morning visit to Rodeo Drive, America’s most celebrated shopping district. Explore this three block stretch of shops and boutiques. Then, drive along the Sunset Strip en route to Hollywood. Look up high in the hills and see the famous Hollywood sign, 50 feet high and 400 feet wide. Stop at Mann’s (Grauman’s) Chinese Theater to see the hand and footprints of such stars as the Marx Brothers, Douglas Fairbanks and Marilyn Monroe. Also, see the imprints of Jimmy Durante’s nose, John Wayne’s fist, and Betty Grable’s legs. Free time to explore Hollywood’s famous sidewalk, known as the Walk of the Stars. See the dramatic entrance of the Kodak Theatre, site of the Academy Awards. Later, visit the world famous J. Paul Getty Museum. The museum is a modern architectural masterpiece built at a cost of several billion dollars. View the extensive, priceless art collection. The museum houses European paintings (including paintings by Cezanne, Van Gogh, Monet and Renoir), illuminated manuscripts, sculptures, drawings and photographs. Return to Beverly Hills. Farewell dinner in Beverly Hills. BD

8th day–Beverly Hills After breakfast, Caravan transfers you from your hotel to the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) arriving at 9:00 a.m. Schedule flights after 11:00 a.m. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. B

“I invited five friends to come with me. All had a marvelous time. I like the way your company takes care of even the smallest detail.” Mrs. M. H., Washington, D.C.

“Caravan always chooses great hotels. Your tour director was terrific, well organized and knowledgeable of the entire area.”

Mr. & Mrs. J. S., Hudson, Wisconsin

“Your attentive staff, the special hotels, and California itself – all added up to a special experience!”

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1,2 San Francisco Hilton Fisherman’s Wharf 3,4 Yosemite Park Yosemite View Lodge 5 Monterey Bay Embassy Suites 6,7 Beverly Hills Crowne Plaza 2008 Departures Begins San Francisco Weekly from April 6 to Oct. 26.Per Person U.S. Dollars - Airfare is extra Room Type Price DOUBLE $995* $1095 TRIPLE 895* 995 SINGLE 1495* 1595*$995 Double: Apr.16 -May 11 & Oct.19, 26. All other departures are $1095 double.


5th day– Monterey, 17-Mile Drive, Carmel This morning head west past the San Luis Reservoir, part of the vast California irrigation project. Next, to Monterey. Monterey achieved fame through the writings of its native son, John Steinbeck, who chronicled the activities of the colorful fishing section of town called Cannery Row. Free time to explore Cannery Row. Then, enjoy the 17-mile coastal drive, lined with palatial homes and delightful natural wonders, such as Seal Beach and the Lone Cypress. See the famous Pebble Beach golf course. Next, enjoy a brief visit to the town of Carmel by the Sea. Evening at leisure at your hotel on Monterey Bay. B

6th day–Big Sur, Redwoods, Hearst Castle Continue south along the Pacific Ocean this morning through the Big Sur. This spectacular 80 mile drive between Carmel and San Simeon is considered the most beautiful coastal drive in the world. On one side is the sparkling turquoise Pacific Ocean with its pounding surf, and on the other is the Santa Lucia Mountain Range. Stop at a redwood grove for close-up views of these towering ancients. Old-growth Pacific coast redwoods can live for 2000 years, grow to more than 350 feet tall and attain a diameter of over 35 feet. Next, visit William Randolph Hearst’s estate and the Hearst Castle. Hearst originally built the castle to house his collection of Medieval and Renaissance treasures, and eventually turned the castle into his dream home. See Hearst’s swimming pool. Actor Cary Grant, a frequent guest, considered the pool one of the most romantic spots on earth.

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1st day–Boston, Massachusetts Visit all six New England states! Your vacation begins in Boston, the “Cradle of Liberty.” Transfer from Boston’s Logan Airport by hotel courtesy shuttle to your hotel. Rooms are available for check in after 3:00 p.m. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing.

2nd day–Plymouth Rock, Hyannis This morning stop at Boston’s Old North Church, where Paul Revere began his famous midnight ride. Brief visit to Fanueil Hall Marketplace. Drive by the State Capitol and the Boston Commons. Continue to Lexington, where the Minutemen had their first Revolutionary skirmish. See the Battle Green where “the shot heard around the world” signaled the start of the American Revolution. Follow the route of Paul Revere from Lexington to Concord. Stop at the Old North Bridge. Then, head south and stop at Plymouth Rock. In 1620, pilgrims from the Mayflower landed here. Next, to Cape Cod’s southern shore for a two night stay at your resort in the popular vacation community of Hyannis. Hyannis was the site of President John F. Kennedy’s summer White House. Enjoy dinner. BD

3rd day–Martha’s Vineyard Morning ferry from Woods Hole across the bay to Martha’s Vineyard, named for a European sailor’s daughter, Martha, who found wild grapes growing on the island. The island is a haven for artists, poets, singers and celebrities who are attracted to its laid-back, charming lifestyle. Here, enjoy an island tour of sweeping vistas. See Oak Bluffs and Vineyard Haven. Visit the historic whaling town of Edgartown with its narrow streets and elegant homes. Enjoy leisure time to wander, shop and visit the art galleries. Return by ferry to Cape Cod. B

4th day–Rhode Island, Connecticut This morning journey to the sailing capital of the world, Newport, Rhode Island. Visit the historic Vanderbilt “summer cottage,” The Breakers. This Italian Renaissance style palace has 70 rooms and is the grandest of all Newport estates. Then, on a sightseeing drive of Newport, see the mansions of the “400 Club” and St. Mary’s Church, where Jacqueline Bouvier married John F. Kennedy. Continue to the seaport of Mystic, Connecticut. Visit Mystic Seaport, the nation’s leading maritime museum, dedicated to the golden age of seafaring. View impressive tall ships. B

5th day–Norman Rockwell, Vermont This morning, head into the beautiful Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts, where Norman Rockwell spent the last 25 years of his life. Visit the Norman Rockwell Museum.

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Admire the collection of Rockwell’s Saturday Evening Post covers extolling the virtues of everyday Americans. Visit Rockwell’s studio, preserved exactly as it was when Rockwell painted here. Then, overnight in the Green Mountains of Vermont. B

6th day–Vermont, New Hampshire This morning, a scenic mountain drive along country roads to Plymouth Notch, birthplace of President Calvin Coolidge. See the home where our 30th President took the oath of office from his father, by the light of a kerosene lamp. The village of Plymouth Notch is unchanged since the early 20th century. Your next stop is the village of Woodstock, described as “the prettiest small town in America.” Photostop at a covered bridge. Drive over Quechee Gorge, the Grand Canyon of New England. Next, through the White Mountains of New Hampshire to Franconia Notch. Then, follow the Kancamagus Highway to your hotel in North Conway. Enjoy dinner. BD

7th day–Portland, Maine This morning, travel past Maine’s lakes to Portland on the rocky Atlantic coast. Visit Portland’s waterfront. Continue to the resort of Kennebunkport. Free time to explore this quaint small town. Tonight enjoy a farewell Maine lobster dinner. Maine’s rocky coast, strong wave action and cold, nutrient-rich waters help create the world’s sweetest and best-tasting lobsters. BD

8th day–Kennebunkport, Boston After breakfast, Caravan transfers you to the Boston airport, arriving at 10:00 a.m. Please schedule flights after 12:00 p.m. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. B

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“This trip couldn’t have been better. We had a fun, friendly, interesting group plus a terrific tour director. Thanks for the fun trip.”

Ms. M. H., Appleton, Wisconsin

“Although we have driven to New England a number of times, this tour took us to a number of places we have never seen before. This was our 5th trip with Caravan and we hope to have many more.” Mr. & Mrs. R. S., Williamsville, New York

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Fall Colors in New England The best departure dates for viewing fall colors are usually September 21 through mid-October. Peak fall colors vary each year and can be affected by wind, temperature, and moisture. Caravan’s broad circular tour route, covering all six New England states, maximizes your foliage viewing opportunities.


Canadian Rockies and Glacier Park 9 Days $995Fully Escorted

1st day–Calgary, Alberta, Canada Your vacation begins in Calgary, where the foothills of the Rocky Mountains meet the Great Plains. Calgary is the closest international gateway to both the Canadian Rockies and Glacier Park. Transfer from the Calgary Airport by hotel courtesy shuttle to your hotel. Rooms are available for check in after 3:00 p.m. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing.

2nd day–Waterton Park Journey south through Alberta cowboy country to Waterton Lakes National Park, where the Rockies rise dramatically out of the rolling prairies. You are now in the world’s first International Peace Park, formed in 1932 by combining Waterton Lakes Park in Canada with Glacier Park in Montana. Together, these parks form Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, a celebration of the friendship between Canada and the United States. Enjoy a relaxing two-night stay on the shores of Waterton Lake. Your hotel is centrally located in Waterton, the undiscovered jewel of Canada. Cafes, bars, shopping, wildlife viewing and nature walks are outside your door. Enjoy dinner. BD

3rd day–Glacier National Park, Montana Cross the border into Montana, USA. Today explore the wonders of Glacier National Park. Board the stylish “Red Jammers,” restored vintage touring coaches from the 1930’s. Journey on the spectacular “Going-to-the-Sun” Road into the heart of Glacier National Park (weather and road conditions permitting). See St. Mary’s Lake and the majestic Garden Wall, the cliff that makes up the central Continental Divide. Look for mountain goats and bighorn sheep at Logan Pass. Enjoy free time at Many Glacier, along the shores of Swiftcurrent Lake. Cross the Canadian border and return to Waterton. B

4th day–Banff, Gondola Ride Drive north through the beautiful Kananaskis Valley. Enjoy free time in Canmore, a vibrant mountain town. Arrive in Banff. Ride the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for panoramic views of six mountain ranges. Continue to your hotel in downtown Banff. Enjoy a two night stay surrounded by the wild beauty of 2,500 square mile Banff Park. B

5th day–Banff, Bow River Float On your morning wildlife excursion, drive along the shores of Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. Stop at Bow River Falls. Then (weather permitting) enjoy a float trip on the scenic Bow River. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound. Return to Banff. Your afternoon is at leisure in Banff. Your Banff hotel is ideally located adjacent to restaurants, shops and galleries. BMaligne Lake

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“Glorious part of the world! Top of the line tour, thanks to your planning.” Mr. and Mrs. H. D., Salem, New Jersey

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Canadian Rockies and Glacier Park 9 Days $9956th day–Lake Louise, Jasper Park This morning visit two beautiful Canadian lakes. First, visit Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Then, enjoy a leisurely visit at Lake Louise, filled with turquoise-colored water from Victoria Glacier. This afternoon, drive along the world-famous Icefields Parkway to Jasper. Waterfalls, glacier lakes and snow-capped mountains line your drive. The Parkway is home to bears, elk, moose, goats, sheep and caribou, Arrive for a relaxing two night stay in Jasper National Park at your lodge on the banks of the Athabasca River. You are in the midst of the vast, unspoiled grandeur of 4,200 square mile Jasper Park, Canada’s largest park. B

7th day–Jasper Park, Maligne Lake Morning at leisure to enjoy the natural beauty of Jasper Park. You may wish to explore Jasper, a charming small town with many shops. This afternoon visit Maligne Canyon. Then, a scenic drive to glacier-fed Maligne Lake, 14 miles long and ringed by dramatic snow-capped peaks. The road to Maligne Lake has some of the best wildlife viewing in the Canadian Rockies. Look for mountain goat, moose, elk, bear, bighorn sheep, caribou and bald eagles. Return to your lodge. B

8th day–Icefields Parkway, Ice Explorer Another glorious day on the Icefields Parkway, this time travelling south. Each direction offers unique views. Ride across the surface of Columbia Icefield’s Athabasca Glacier on an all-terrain Ice Explorer (weather permitting).

The meltwater from the Columbia Icefield feeds streams that flow into three oceans: the Arctic, the Atlantic, and the Pacific. Walk on the glacier. Next, a photo stop at turquoise-colored Peyto Lake. Then, descend to the Great Plains of Canada. Return to Calgary. Farewell dinner. BD

9th day–Calgary The tour ends after breakfast at your hotel. Transfer to the Calgary Airport by hotel courtesy shuttle. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. B

“Wonderful trip – far exceeded my expecta-tions. Everything was first class.” Ms. K. S., Commerce Township, Michigan

“This was the first time I ever traveled as a single.... I enjoyed myself immensely. Thank you.” Ms. M. S., Massapeque, New York

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Fall Colors in Canadian Rockies For viewing fall colors in the Rockies, the best departure dates usually are mid to late September.

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1st day–Halifax, Nova Scotia Welcome to Canada’s Atlantic Coast and the Canadian Maritimes, the enchanting land of Anne of Green Gables. Your journey includes visits to all three provinces of the Canadian Maritimes: Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. Caravan transfers you from the Halifax airport to your Halifax hotel for a two night stay. Rooms are available for check-in after 3:00 p.m. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing.

2nd day–Peggy’s Cove, Citadel Hill After breakfast, visit the picturesque fishing village and artists’ retreat of Peggy’s Cove. Then, enjoy a sightseeing drive of Halifax, including a visit to Citadel Hill. Your afternoon is at leisure in Halifax to explore the many attractions within walking distance of your waterfront hotel. Enjoy dinner. BD

3rd day–New Brunswick, Bay of Fundy Travel north this morning to New Brunswick, Canada’s picture province. Enjoy a visit to the province’s most famous geological feature and most popular tourist attraction, the Flowerpot Rocks at Hopewell Cape. Observe the gradual rise or fall of the Bay of Fundy tides, an average change of 6 to 8 feet per hour. The Fundy Tides rise and fall up to 50 feet and are the highest on earth. Twice each day one-hundred-billion tons of water flow into the Bay of Fundy. This creates the phenomenal Fundy Tides, which overpower the rivers flowing into the Bay of Fundy and reverse their direction two times a day. This daily rise and fall of the tides equals the 24-hour flow of all of the rivers in the world. Then, continue over the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island, Canada’s smallest province. Arrive at your country inn for a relaxing two night stay. B

4th day–Prince Edward Island This morning, drive along the seashore of Prince Edward Island Park. Watch for red fox and great blue heron. Visit Anne of Green Gables House in Cavendish. Stroll through settings described in the literary classic such as Lover’s Lane and Haunted Woods. Mark Twain called the novel “the sweetest creation of childlife yet written.” Free time in Charlottetown. Tonight, enjoy a traditional lobster supper. Maritime lobsters are world renowned for their great taste. BD

5th day–Cape Breton Island Enjoy a morning ferry ride back to Nova Scotia. Travel north over the causeway to Cape Breton Island. Alexander Graham Bell once remarked, “I have traveled around the globe... and for simple beauty, Cape Breton outrivals them all.” Bell made his home here. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, dedicated to the inventor of the telephone.

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Relive Bell’s first words over the telephone, “Mr.Watson - come here - I want to see you.” Arrive at your hotel in the resort town of Baddeck for an enjoyable two night stay. Enjoy dinner. BD

6th day–Cabot Trail, Whale Watching Your entire day is devoted to exploring the attractions of the Cabot Trail. Named for explorer John Cabot, the Cabot Trail is one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Drive along stunning mountain and coastal scenery. Follow the Trail to the French-speaking village of Chéticamp. Ascend into Cape Breton Highlands Park, one of Canada’s spectacular wilderness areas. Enjoy, a whale watching expedition cruise (weather permitting). These nutrient rich waters are the seasonal home to many species of whales. Look for fin, minke, and pilot whales. You may see dolphins, porpoises, cormorants, bald eagles and other wildlife. Return to your Cape Breton hotel. B

7th day–Fortress of Louisbourg Enjoy a leisurely visit to the impressive Fortress of Louisbourg, the crown jewel of the Canadian Park Service. Journey back in time as you stroll through this 18th century fortress. Travel south on Cape Breton Island to your hotel. Enjoy a farewell dinner. BD

8th day–Halifax Caravan transfers you to the Halifax airport, arriving at 11:30 a.m. Please schedule your flights after 1:00 p.m. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. B

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1,2 Halifax Marriott Harbourfront 3,4 Prince Edward Island North Winds 5,6 Baddeck Ceilidh / Inverary 7 Dundee Dundee Resort2008 Departures Begins Halifax, Canada Weekly from Jun. 2 to Oct. 12. Per Person U.S. Dollars - Airfare is extra Room Type Price DOUBLE $995* $1095 TRIPLE 975* 1075 SINGLE 1395* 1545*Tours are $995 double, except Jul. 6 to Aug. 31 which are $1095 double.


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“We were in very beautiful and spectacular areas. The people we encountered were so wholesome. Enjoyed the trip immensely!” Mr. & Mrs. R.B., Stockton, California - Maritimes

“Excellent choices of hotels. Your rest and photo stops were just right. My 5th trip with Caravan. They have all been extra special.” Ms. K. M., Madison, Tennessee - Canadian Maritimes

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Fall Colors in Nova Scotia Fall foliage arrives later in Nova Scotia than in New England. The best departure dates for viewing fall colors are very late September and all of the October dates. Have your cameras ready on the Cabot Trail, where fall foliage can be spectacular.

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Fully Escorted All Meals in Mexico Included1st day–El Paso, Texas Welcome to Mexico’s untamed Copper Canyon with roundtrip daytime Copper Canyon train rides in a first class chartered train car. Fly to El Paso on the border. El Paso is the closest American gateway to the Copper Canyon. Transfer by hotel courtesy shuttle to your hotel. Rooms are available for check in after 3:00 p.m. If you drive to El Paso, Caravan has arranged free hotel parking (automobiles only) for the length of the tour. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing.

2nd day–El Paso to Creel, Mexico Cross the Rio Grande by private motorcoach this morning. Enter Mexico at Juarez, a bustling border town. See the expansive, pristine Samalayuca Sand Dunes. Continue through huge expanses of rangeland and occasional pecan tree orchards. Enjoy lunch. Then journey through Mennonite country. The hard-working Mennonites have transformed the desert into fertile farmland. Next, pass by vast apple orchards en route to the Creel area. Creel, at 7700 feet, is the highest overnight on the tour. Enjoy dinner. BLD

3rd day–Copper Canyon Train, Divisadero Late morning, “All Aboard” for your Copper Canyon train trip, considered one of the top scenic rail journeys in the world. Shortly after boarding in Creel, the train circles back over itself in a complete loop known as El Lazo. Enjoy lunch in the dining car. Make a brief stop in Divisadero. See the overlook and visit the Divisadero open market. As you descend from the top of the Sierra Madre, you see cascading waterfalls and sheer canyon walls give way to rolling hills and tropical farmlands. See palm, banana, papaya and mango trees. Copper Canyon sunsets are a delight. Dinner is in the dining car. Arrive in the picturesque colonial town of El Fuerte for a relaxing two night stay. BLD

4th day–El Fuerte, River Float Trip On your El Fuerte River float trip this morning, you may see parrots, woodpeckers, kiskadees, kingfishers, doves, cormorants and other desert birds in their natural habitat (river conditions permitting, otherwise a visit to a Mayo Indian village will be substituted). Next, a brief walking tour to visit the 17th century cathedral and government palace. After lunch, the afternoon is at leisure to stroll the cobblestone streets and the charming plaza of El Fuerte, center of all social life. Before dinner, enjoy a colorful and festive Mexican ballet folklorico. BLD

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5th day–Copper Canyon Train Reboard your chartered train car this morning for another thrilling train ride through the Canyon. You start at sea level and climb to 8,000 feet. The entire railroad passes through 86 tunnels and 38 bridges in the 25,000 square mile canyons of the Sierra Madre. The five major canyons are collectively known as the Copper Canyon, which is four times the size of the U.S. Grand Canyon. The Tarahumara Indians live in the Canyon. Stop this morning in Temoris where you can see three ascending levels of the railroad. Enjoy lunch on board in the dining car. Your round trip train ride gives you a second chance to view the grandeur of the Canyon. Arrive at your hotel on the rim of the Copper Canyon. See sweeping Canyon views from your room directly overlooking the Canyon. Enjoy dinner. BLD

6th day–Barrancas to Chihuahua Morning at leisure to enjoy spectacular views of the Copper Canyon from your hotel. Walk to see the Tarahumara Indians who live in the canyon caves below or mingle with the Tarahumara artisan vendors who gather in front of the hotel. After lunch, drive by the old Bocoyna mission, built by the Jesuits in 1692. Continue to Chihuahua for a fun two night stay. Enjoy a traditional Mexican dinner. BLD

7th day–Chihuahua, Paquimé Pottery This morning enjoy a full sightseeing drive of beautiful Chihuahua. Visit the government palace, home to a series of magnificent murals depicting Mexican history. Visit the baroque cathedral. See the 18th century aqueduct and drive by beautifully restored colonial homes. Visit the Museum of the Revolution, former home of Pancho Villa, hero of the Revolution (closed on Mondays). Learn the story of Mexico’s fight for freedom. Next, see a demonstration of Paquimé pottery-making made famous by the Indians of Casas Grandes. Enjoy lunch. The rest of your day is at leisure. Farewell dinner tonight. BLD

8th day–Chihuahua to El Paso After breakfast, Caravan transfers you from your Chihuahua hotel to El Paso, arriving at the airport at 1:30 p.m. Schedule your return flight after 3:00 p.m. (After 4:00 p.m. for international flights.) Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. ¡Muchas Gracias! B

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The Copper Canyon Train The Chihuahua-Pacifico Railway, completed in 1961, after 90 years of construction, is a modern marvel of engineering. The same rails are used by all trains going through the Canyon. With Caravan you travel both the south and the north route in a spacious air-conditioned chartered first class train car. They are operated by Ferrocaril Mexicano, exclusive owners of the Copper Canyon rail route. In the rare event of a train stoppage, Caravan will make alternative arrangements. Both of your Copper Canyon train rides are scheduled in the daytime for the best lighting for views and photography. Often the train can be delayed for up to a couple of hours. A roundtrip train ride doubles your chances of viewing the canyon during daylight. Also, by going roundtrip, you can see a different side of the canyon in each direction.

Comfort and Safety, First Class Car Caravan has reserved an entire first class train car. For your comfort, there are always more seats in your car than there are clients. For your health, animals are not permitted in your car. For your safety, the seats in your train car are only available to Caravan clients and are not open to the general public.

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Meals B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner Bottled water provided on motorcoach. Purified water provided at all meals.Hotels - listed by day 1 El Paso Wyndham Airport 2 Creel Creel Mountain Lodge 3,4 El Fuerte Posada del Hidalgo 5 Copper Canyon Rim Posada Barrancas Mirador 6,7 Chihuahua Palacio del Sol2008 Departures Begins El Paso, Texas Weekly: Jan. 7 to July 22; Aug. 30 to Dec. 12; and Dec. 25, 27, 28 & 29.Per Person U.S. Dollars - Airfare is extra Room Type Price DOUBLE $995* $1195 TRIPLE 975* 1145 SINGLE 1295* 1495*Tours are $995 double, except: March 1- May 15, and Sept. 18-Oct. 31, and Dec. 25-29, which are $1195 double.Taxes & fees: Double $129; Triple $119; Single $159. Hold space free from 1 to 7 days, then $300 deposit. Full payment due 60 days prior to departure. $99 Travel Protection Plan, see General Information.

“Your hotels were wonderful. The train trip was exciting and amazing. Your tour director was knowledgeable, personable and had a fantastic sense of humor. Having bottled water supplied generously was a big plus!” Ms. P. V., DeKalb, Illinois

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1st day–Mexico City Welcome to the glory of Old Mexico. Review the ancient cultures of the Nahua, Aztec, Olmec, Toltec, and Mayan civilizations. Visit the grand colonial cities of Puebla, Veracruz and Merida. Fly to Mexico City, the capital of this fascinating country with an exotic blend of indigenous and international cultures, close yet breathtakingly foreign. Caravan provides a transfer from the Mexico City airport for a two night stay at your centrally located hotel. Rooms are available for check in after 3:00 p.m. Dinner is at your hotel, then join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing. D

2nd day–Mexico City, Teotihuacán Ruins This morning visit Mexico’s grandest archaeological site, Teotihuacán, built by the Nahua. The sixth largest city in the world in 400 A.D., Teotihuacán was mysteriously abandoned 300 years later, centuries before the Aztec occupation. Visit the Jaguar Palace and the Temple of the Plumed Conch Shells. See the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon. Walk the Avenue of the Dead, flanked by temples and palaces. Enjoy lunch. Then, a brief visit to the National Palace. See the murals of Mexico’s greatest artist, Diego Rivera. These colorful murals cover Mexico’s pre-Columbian Indian history, the colonial period and the Revolution. Next, drive by Mexico City’s main square and Cathedral. Visit Mexico City’s National Museum of Anthropology in Chapultepec Park. See archaeological treasures of pre-Hispanic civilizations, including the Toltec, Mexica, Aztec, Zapotec, Mixtec, Olmec and Mayan. See the immense Aztec Calendar Stone. Enjoy dinner. BLD

3rd day–Mexico City, Puebla, Veracruz Morning drive to visit the historic center of colonial Puebla, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city is famous for its hundreds of churches. Enjoy lunch. Arrive in mid-afternoon at the port city of Veracruz on the Gulf of Mexico. For centuries Veracruz has been a crossroads of the Americas, with Caribbean, European, African and Mexican cultures. Explore the romantic plaza, the oldest in Mexico, with strolling mariachis, serenading guitarists and marimba bands. Enjoy dinner. BLD

4th day–Villa Hermosa, Olmec, Palenque Mango orchards and pineapple fields give way to lush vegetation and tropical flowers on your drive east today (a box lunch en route). Photostop at Villa Hermosa’s La Venta Park. See giant Olmec heads up to twelve feet tall. The Olmec are the predecessors of the Maya and Aztec. Continue to Palenque for a relaxing two night stay. Dinner tonight. BLD

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“Enjoyed that the food was authentic to the culture as opposed to typical tourist menus and fare.”

Ms. E. B., Culpapper, Virginia

5th day–Palenque Palenque is magical. Here, mysterious Mayan ruins are set against a natural backdrop of jungle foliage. See the Main Plaza, the Temple of the Inscriptions and the Group of the Cross. See the four story observation tower rising from the huge rectangular palace. Unique in the Mayan world, this observation tower is believed to have been constructed to view the winter solstice. After lunch, your day is at leisure to enjoy the tropical gardens of your resort. Enjoy dinner. BLD

6th day–Palenque, Uxmal, Mérida Head north through the state of Campeche. Enjoy lunch overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Next, through the Puuc Hills to visit ancient Uxmal, dating back to 600 A.D. At Uxmal, see the Pyramid of the Magicians, the Nunnery Quadrangle, the Governor’s Palace with its 20,000 intricately carved lace-like stones and the Turtle House. Then, drive to Mérida, Yucatan’s capital and cultural center, for a two night stay. Your hotel is ideally located near the Plaza Principal, lined with shops, cafes, strolling mariachis, and serenading guitarists. Enjoy dinner. BLD

7th day–Mérida, Chichén Itzá Morning drive to visit the Mayan-Toltec ruins of Chichén Itzá. See the Castle Pyramid. Visit the Ballcourt, the Sacred Cenote and the Group of a Thousand Columns. Learn about achievements made by the Maya more than 1500 years ago, including the 365 day, 19 month Mayan Haab calendar. Enjoy lunch. Return to Mérida.

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Drive by Mérida’s colonial mansions. Mérida offers great shopping for paintings, handicrafts, hammocks and huipiles. Farewell dinner. BLD

8th day–Mérida, Cancún After breakfast, Caravan transfers you from Mérida to Cancún. Arrive at Cancún airport at 11:00 a.m. Schedule flights after 1:00 p.m. If you are staying over in Cancún, Caravan will transfer you to your Cancún hotel. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. B

“ I appreciated the free bottles of water on the coach.” Mrs. H. W., Poulsbo, Washington

“We covered a great territory and saw some lovely sites. Having traveled with Caravan, we hoped our experience would be as good as before, and it was.” Mr. & Mrs. E. G., New Port Richey, Florida

All Meals B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner Bottled water provided on motorcoach. Purified water provided at all meals.Hotels - listed by day

1,2 Mexico City Hilton Centro Historico 3 Veracruz Gran Hotel Diligencias 4,5 Palenque Misión Palenque 6,7 Mérida Casa del Balam

2008 Departures Begins Mexico City Most Fridays: Jan. 4 to May 23; June 20 to July 18; Nov. 7 to Dec. 5. Per Person U.S. Dollars - Airfare is extra Room Type Price DOUBLE $995* $1095 TRIPLE 955* 1055 SINGLE 1225* 1325*Tours are $995 double, except February, March and April which are $1095 double.

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“ All the hotels had great locations, situated right in the center of what we wanted to see and explore.” Mr. and Mrs. S. S., Oslo, Norway

“ We especially liked the fact that there were no ‘hidden charges.’” Mr. and Mrs. J. S., Carlisle, Pennsylvania


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Fully Escorted All Meals Included1st day–Guatemala City, Guatemala Caravan welcomes you to El Mundo Maya, the beautiful land of lakes, volcanoes and ancient Mayan culture. Caravan provides a transfer from Guatemala City airport to your hotel. Rooms are available for check in after 3:00 p.m. Dine at your hotel. Join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing. D

2nd day–Ixchel, Guatemala City Enjoy breakfast, then visit Ixchel Museum to see handwoven textiles and costumes from Guatemala’s highland Indians. Next, to the historic center. Drive by the main plaza and cathedral. Lunch. The rest of the day is at leisure. Dine at your hotel. BLD

3rd day–Chichicastenango, Lake Atitlán Morning drive into the Altiplano (highlands) of Chichicastenango. Enjoy lunch. Next, visit the largest traje (indigenous clothing) and tipica (crafts) market in Central America. This marketplace has operated continuously for over a thousand years. With Caravan, your visit is on market day, which draws hundreds of vendors from all over Guatemala. Shop for wooden dance masks, hand-woven huipiles and colorful fabrics. Next, see Santo Tomas Church, built in 1540. Here Indians practice their faith, blending Mayan and Catholic rituals. Indian priests chant prayers in ancient dialects, copal incense fills the air, and rose petals and candles cover the church floor. Then, to your hotel for a leisurely two night stay on Lake Atitlán, 5,000 feet above sea level. Dinner. BLD

4th day–Lake Atitlán Boat Cruise Relaxing morning cruise across the deep, blue water of Lake Atitlán, considered by many to be the world’s most beautiful lake. This 900 foot deep lake is surrounded by three towering volcanoes. Visit the traditional village of Santiago Atitlán. Look for fishermen in dug-out canoes and women balancing huge water vessels on their heads. Enjoy lunch. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the dramatic scenery. Dinner. BLD

5th day–Lake Atitlán, Copán, Honduras Spectacular scenery this morning as you descend from the highlands into Guatemala’s central valley. Pass through Indian villages with their Mayan culture still intact. See pine forests, picturesque lakes and hand-tilled crops growing on hillside terraces. Enjoy lunch en route. Cross into western Honduras. Arrive at Copán, home to the best preserved ruins of the Mayan world, long protected by the jungle in a remote mountain valley. Enjoy a two night stay at your hotel. Dinner. BLD

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6th day–Copán, Honduras Morning visit to Copán Ruins, the “Athens” of the Mayan world. These magnificent ruins are known for their detailed carvings and well preserved stelae. Visit the Acropolis, Great Plaza, and Ballcourt. See the Hieroglyphic Stairway where the world’s longest Maya text, with over a thousand glyphs, is carved on 63 stone steps. See Altar Q, a rectangular stone altar with carved portraits of all of Copán’s rulers from the founder, Yax Kuk Mo, to the last ruler, Yax Pac. Enjoy lunch. Next, to the charming town of Copán. Then, free time to explore the village, main plaza and the native marketplace. Enjoy dinner. BLD

7th day–Petenchel, Guatemala Re-enter Guatemala this morning and descend into the Caribbean lowlands. Cross the Rio Dulce. Enjoy lunch. Afternoon arrival in Petenchel for a two night stay. Enjoy dinner. BLD

8th day–Tikal An unforgettable morning visit to Tikal. Settled in 700 B.C., Tikal became the grandest of all Mayan cities and is now a UNESCO World Heritage site. This outer-worldly site also served as the victorious rebel base in the first Star Wars movie. Here, while the sounds of monkeys and tropical birds fill the air, you will see towering pyramids jut out of the rainforest canopy. Visit Tikal’s great plaza. See the Temple of the Grand Jaguar and Temple II. Visit the Plaza of the Seven Temples and El Mundo Perdido, the Lost World. Enjoy lunch. Afternoon at leisure at your resort. Enjoy bird watching on the nature trails or just relax by the pool. Dinner. BLD

9th day–Tikal, Antigua Head south this morning for a day’s drive to Antigua. Enjoy a lunch en route. Then visit the Mayan archaeological site of Quiriguá.

All Meals B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner Bottled water provided on motorcoach. Purified water provided at all meals.Hotels - listed by day

1,2 Guatemala City Tikal Futura 3,4 Lake Atitlán Villa Santa Catarina 5,6 Copán, Honduras Posada Real 7,8 Tikal area, Petenchel Villa Maya 9,10 Antigua Villa Coloniales2008 Departures Begins Guatemala City Most Fridays: Jan. 4 to May 23; June 20 to July 25; Nov. 7 to Dec. 26. Per Person U.S. Dollars - Airfare is extra Room Type Price DOUBLE $995* $1095 TRIPLE 975* 1075 SINGLE 1295* 1395*Tours are $995 double, except Feb., March, April and Dec. 19 & 26, which are $1095 double.Taxes & fees: Double $169; Triple $159; Single $199. Hold space free from 1 to 7 days, then $300 deposit. Full payment due 60 days prior to departure. $99 Travel Protection Plan, see General Information.

“The Tikal Futura was world class, Lake Atitlan hotel was charming, Copan beautiful, Petenchel magnificent, Antigua hotel was unbelieveable. Meals, unfailingly excellent!” Mr. R. T., Oxnard, California

“Your tour director was the most capable, knowledgeable, caring, and experienced that I have had the pleasure of knowing in about 30 years of travel.” Mr. W. S., Bronx, New York

“Sightseeing and activities could not have been better. It was a grand experience. Keep up your fine work. Thank you for a great vacation.” Mr. D. J., Hudson, Ohio

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See zoomorphic figures and the some of the world’s largest stelae. The stelae record Mayan history. Continue to Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage site, one of the best preserved colonial cities in Central America. Enjoy a two night stay in Antigua. Dinner. BLD

10th day–Antigua, Coffee Plantation This morning explore Antigua, Guatemala’s former capital for more than two centuries. Visit a coffee plantation. Pick a few beans, in season, and sample fresh Guatemalan coffee. Next, see the ornate façade of La Merced Church. Visit the Las Capuchinas Convent. Enjoy Lunch. Then, free time. Antigua has great shopping. You can find ceramics, jade and beautiful weavings. Guatemala’s fame as the “land of the eternal spring” is based on Antigua’s near perfect climate. Farewell dinner. BLD

11th day–Antigua, Guatemala City Your tour ends this morning at your hotel in Antigua. Caravan provides transfers throughout the day to the Guatemala City airport. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. ¡Hasta la vista! B

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1st day–San José, Costa Rica Welcome to the “rich coast,” friendly land of democracy and rare natural beauty. With naturalist guides, see exotic birds and wildlife, hike in jungle rainforests, view volcanoes, soak in hot springs and cruise through biological reserves. Relax on both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. Caravan provides transfers from the San José airport to your hotel for a two night stay. Rooms are available for check in after 3:00 p.m. Dine at your hotel, then join Caravan for an 8:00 p.m. welcome briefing. D

2nd day–Poás Volcano, San José After breakfast, see the statue of the drummer boy, Costa Rica’s hero. Next, weather permitting, visit Poás Volcano, dormant since 1991. You can safely view this dramatic mile-wide crater from an overlook. Enjoy lunch. Next, see San José’s Plaza de la Cultura, Central Park and the National Theatre. Visit the National Museum (on Mondays, visit the Gold Museum instead). Enjoy dinner. BLD

3rd day–Rainforest Aerial Tram Scenic morning drive through Braulio Carrillo Park. Look for cascading waterfalls. Then, a thrilling adventure into the heart of the rainforest. Glide through the jungle canopy on the world famous rainforest aerial tram, rated one of Costa Rica’s top tourist attractions. Next, with a naturalist guide, enjoy a short rainforest hike on level terrain. Enjoy lunch. Visit a butterfly garden. Then, cruise through rivers and canals to the 47,000 acre Tortuguero National Park. Tortuguero is home to more than 300 species of birds. Look for toucans, parrots, kingfishers and the rare green macaw. Enjoy a two night stay at your lodge. After dinner in Tortuguero, a naturalist talks about the rainforest. BLD

4th day–Tortuguero Park, Canal Cruise Cruise this morning with naturalist guides along canals lined by raffia palm, habitat of howler and white-faced monkeys, green iguanas and tropical birds. Look for white and snowy egrets and the amazing nests of the montezuma oropendola. Then, enter the mysterious reflecting waters of Caño Palma wildlife reserve. Next, visit the Green Turtle Research Station. Learn about efforts to protect the turtle’s nesting habitat, eggs and young hatchlings. Walk along the Atlantic turtle nesting beaches with a naturalist guide. Next, to Tortuguero village. Meet Costa Rican school children on your visit to a local school (when in session). Return to your lodge for lunch. Free time to enjoy your lodge’s swimming pool and tropical flower gardens. Enjoy an afternoon boat excursion into Tortuguero Park. Look for otters, turtles and manatees. Dinner. BLD

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5th day–San Carlos Valley, Fortuna Morning cruise on Tortuguero River. See a banana plantation. Lunch, then a brief stop at Selva Verde Rainforest Reserve. Here you can walk the nearly 300 foot long suspension bridge over a jungle river. Next, through scenic countryside to the San Carlos Valley for a two night stay in Fortuna. Dinner. BLD

6th day–Caño Negro, Hot Springs, Arenal Head north this morning, passing through sugar cane, teak and orange plantations. Then, cruise on the Rio Frio which runs through the world famous Caño Negro wildlife refuge, home to many migratory birds found nowhere else in Costa Rica. Look for whistling ducks, roseate spoonbills, cormorants, anhingas, blue heron, and northern jacanas. Watch for caimans, crocodiles, spider monkeys and web-footed, water-walking lizards. Lunch. Return to Fortuna. Free time to explore this charming village. Then, enjoy a relaxing soak in the volcanic hot springs. Weather permitting, see nearby Arenal Volcano’s softly glowing lava flow. Enjoy dinner. BLD

7th day–Cloud Forest Hike, Pacific Coast This morning, drive by the Children’s Eternal Rainforest, part of the Monteverde cloud forest region. The Children’s Rainforest was purchased with donations from school children around the world to be preserved forever. Next, enter a cloud forest reserve, home to epiphytes, orchids, ferns and tropical birds, for a guided walk. Cloud forests are like rainforests, but with less rain and more humidity. Look for many species of hummingbirds in the feeding gallery. Lunch at a cloud forest restaurant. Then, to Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Coast for a two night stay. Dinner is at your resort. BLD

8th day– Pacific Coast, Manuel Antonio This morning drive by the Carara Biological Reserve. This tropical bird and wildlife sanctuary is one of the world’s few nesting places for the scarlet macaw. Then, visit Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica’s most beautiful park. Time to beachcomb or swim at the three pristine beaches, rated among the top ten in the world. Easy hiking trails wind along the shore, home to one of the last natural

habitats of the playful rare squirrel monkey. Lunch. Return to your resort to enjoy leisure time. Dinner. BLD

9th day–Sarchi, Coffee Plantation Morning visit to Sarchi. See the painted ox carts and colorful handicrafts. Enjoy lunch. Next, see the metallic church of Grecia. Then, visit a coffee plantation. Pick a few beans when in season. Sample fresh Costa Rican coffee and learn about the history of the coffee bean. Return to San José. Farewell dinner. BLD

10th day–San José Your tour ends after breakfast this morning at your hotel. Caravan provides transfers throughout the day to the San José airport. Thanks for vacationing with Caravan. ¡Hasta la vista! B

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All Meals: B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner Bottled water provided on motorcoach. Purified water provided at all meals.Hotels - listed by day 1, 2 San José Barcelo Palacio, Aurola 3, 4 Tortuguero Park Laguna Lodge, Pachira Lodge 5, 6 Fortuna Arenal Manoa, Arenal Springs, Las Cabanitas, Lomas del Volcan 7, 8 Central Pacific Coast Doubletree Resort by Hilton 9 San José Aurola

2008 Departures Begins San José Most days: January, February, March, April and December. Weekly: May to November.Per Person U.S. Dollars - Airfare is extra Room Type Price DOUBLE $995* $1095 TRIPLE 955* 1055 SINGLE 1195* 1295*Tours are $995 double, except Feb. 1 - Apr. 30 and Dec. 16 - 31, 2008 which are $1095 double. Taxes & fees: Double $159; Triple $149; Single $189. Hold space free from 1 to 7 days, then $300 deposit. Full payment due 60 days prior to departure. $99 Travel Protection Plan, see General Information.

“Tortuguero was amazing. Keep up the good work, Caravan! We love to travel with you.” Mrs. A.S., North Miami Beach, Florida

“Caravan’s Costa Rican tour was definitely a tour to remember for the rest of our days. The quality of the tour staff, the hotels and the sites to visit was superior in every way and far surpassed our expectations at the time we planned our vacation.” Mr. K.P., Bend, Oregon

“The Caravan hotels, meals, local guides, driver and tour director were exceptional. I have never had a tour vacation run so well.” Ms. P. B., Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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General Information How to Make a Reservation See your travel agent or call Caravan. Caravan will reserve space and send a written tour confirmation upon receipt of deposit and your information (name, address, telephone number and emergency contact). Air is extra and is not sold by Caravan. Book your flights early for best air fares. Deposit Hold space free, from one to seven days, then $300 deposit per person. Full Payment Due 60 days prior to the start of tour. If full payment is not received by the due date, Caravan may cancel the reservation without notice. Bookings made within 30 days of departure require immediate full payment.

Please Call or Send Payment to: Caravan Tours Inc. 401 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60611 Toll Free Telephone 800-Caravan (800-227-2826) Phone 312-321-9800 Fax 312-321-9845 Caravan.com Pay by check, Visa, Mastercard or Discover card.Meals Meals are shown by B (breakfast), L (lunch) and D (dinner). Full American or buffet breakfasts are included everywhere. All meals in Latin America (Mexico, Guatemala and Costa Rica) are included. Meals that are included on the USA and Canada tours are listed on each itinerary. Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are not included. Free bottled water is provided on the motorcoach in all of Latin America. Special meal requests (including vegetarian) are not guaranteed.Rooms Double rooms in the hotels and lodges listed have two beds and private bath or shower. A limited number of single rooms are available. Triple rooms are usually two beds, a rollaway is sometimes available but not guaranteed. Changes in type of room due to cancellation by a roommate (a double changed to a single, a triple to a double, etc.) will result in the higher tour price for the remaining client(s). Caravan can request non-smoking rooms, but they are not guaranteed.Transportation By modern air-conditioned motorcoach, boat and train. No smoking on motorcoaches or trains. Seats are rotated daily.Travelers Needing Special Assistance Persons needing individual assistance for walking, dining, or other personal needs must be accompanied by an able companion and must notify Caravan in writing at the time of booking. Certain trips and features are not wheelchair accessible. If you require a wheelchair, you must provide your own small collapsible wheelchair. In international destinations, Caravan cannot guarantee wheelchair accessiblity. Luggage Due to space limitations, only one normal sized piece of luggage, weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, may be brought per person. In addition, one small handbag and/or small flight bag may be personally carried. Caravan is not responsible for loss or damage to your belongings and strongly recommends not traveling with expensive jewelry or other valuables. Gratuities Caravan includes all tips to local guides, restaurant waiters and hotel maids. Tips to the Caravan Tour Director and Driver are not included. Not Included Prices do not include air travel, country entry or departure fees, airport porter fees, visas, phones, valet, all items of a personal nature and beverages and food not on the regular menu. Tour price does not include taxes and general fees (government, entrance, activity, hotel porterage) which are additional and listed separately beneath each tour’s price. Passports and Visas Travel to Canada, Costa Rica, Guatemala and Mexico requires a U.S. passport valid for 6 months after date of entry. Non U.S. citizens, please check passport and visa requirements.Final Documents Before departure you will receive packing and travel tips, a day-by-day itinerary and hotel address list. Exchange Rate Prices are based on the exchange rate of the U.S. Dollar in effect September 15, 2007 and are subject to increase if such rates change prior to departure. Trade Memberships Caravan is a member of ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents), NTA (National Tour Association), CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), and an allied member of ACTA (Alliance of Canadian Travel Agencies).

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