Explorations by Collette

	Destination Weddings and Honeymoon Specialist (515) 288-8447 Phyllis Shappell, owner/agent Over 25 years experience journeystravelagency@msn.com /
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Collette Vacations

Explorations by Collette is a new kind of tour created specifically for travelers who want to explore in a small group setting with only 16-28 passengers per trip. Adhering to our traditional ideals of quality and service, these tours offer a more personalized travel experience as well as stays at charming villas, classic "boutique" hotels, and breathtaking resorts.

Itineraries

The Plains of Africa Kenya Wildlife Safari from $3,994.00 (USD)

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Description: Like something out of a dream. Explore the pure scenic vistas and magnificent wildlife of Kenya. Discover the thriving culture and experiences that ma... More
Region: Africa
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Nairobi, Samburu Reserve, Nanyuki, Aberdare National Forest, Kigio Wildlife Conservancy, Masai Mara Game Reserve, Amboseli National Park, Tour ends
Departures: 2/23/12, 3/8/12, 3/15/12, 4/12/12, 4/19/12, 4/26/12, 5/10/12, 5/24/12, 6/7/12, 6/14/12, 7/12/12, 8/9/12, 8/16/12, 9/2/12, 9/6/12, 9/8/12, 9/11/12, 9/13/12, 9/15/12, 9/20/12, 9/22/12, 9/27/12, 9/29/12, More Dates
Duration: 15

Italy's Treasures Art, Food & Wine of Italy from $2,999.00 (USD)

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Description: The romance of Italy come to life. Stand on the shore of Lake Maggiore. Ride the Centovalli Express through the mountains to the Swiss town of Locarno... More
Region: Europe-Western
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Stresa, Italian Riviera, Cinque Terre, Tuscan Villa, Florence, San Gimignano, Tuscan Countryside, Venice, Tour ends
Departures: 3/17/12, 3/23/12, 3/24/12, 4/14/12, 4/15/12, 4/21/12, 4/27/12, 5/5/12, 5/12/12, 6/9/12, 6/16/12, 7/7/12, 7/14/12, 8/18/12, 8/25/12, 8/31/12, 9/1/12, 9/7/12, 9/8/12, 9/14/12, 9/15/12, 9/21/12, 9/22/12, More Dates
Duration: 12

Costa Rica: A World of Nature featuring Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui Rain Forest & Manuel Antonio National Park from $1,749.00 (USD)

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Description: Spend 11 days immersed in this vibrant, living Eden on the Central American isthmus. Visit the Green Turtle Research Station. Settle in for two nights... More
Region: Central America
Itinerary: Starting in San Jose with stops in Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui, Arenal, Arenal or Monteverde Cloud Forest, Tarcoles, Tour ends
Departures: 3/18/12, 3/25/12, 4/15/12, 5/20/12, 7/8/12, 9/23/12, 10/21/12, 10/28/12, 11/4/12, 11/11/12, 12/2/12, 1/20/13, 1/27/13, 2/10/13, 2/17/13, 2/24/13, 2/27/13, 3/3/13, 3/10/13, 3/17/13, 4/7/13, 4/14/13 More Dates
Duration: 12

Mysteries of India from $2,849.00 (USD)

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Description: The Taj Mahal, temples and tigers - experience all the spice of India on this 15-day tour. See the Taj Mahal bathed in the light of sunrise and sunset... More
Region: Asia
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Delhi, New Delhi, Udaipur, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Agra, Khajuraho, Varanasi
Departures: 2/23/12, 3/1/12, 3/8/12, 3/15/12, 4/19/12, 5/24/12, 10/4/12, 10/18/12, 11/1/12, 1/10/13, 1/24/13, 2/7/13, 2/21/13, 3/7/13, 3/14/13, 4/4/13, 4/11/13 More Dates
Duration: 15

Thailand & Laos from $2,399.00 (USD)

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Description: Another way of life. Begin your exploration of Southeast Asian in bustling Bangkok. Bask in a golden glow at the temples of The Golden Buddha and The ... More
Region: Asia
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Chiang Rai, Doi Angkhang, Chiang Mai, Luang Prabang, Tour ends
Departures: 3/1/12, 3/15/12, 4/12/12, 4/19/12
Duration: 14

The Galapagos Islands including Otavalo, The Andes Mountain Train and Quito from $4,409.00 (USD)

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Description: In the footsteps of Darwin. Embark on a thrilling five-day cruise of the Galapagos Archipelago. These islands teem with the same exotic wildlife that ... More
Region: South America
Itinerary: Starting in Quito with stops in Otavalo, Bartholome Island, Fernandina Island (Espinosa Point), Rabida (Jervis), Santa Cruz (Charles Darwin Research Station and Highlands), Guayaquil, Lima, Sacred Valley of the Incas, Cuzco
Departures: 3/3/12, 3/10/12, 4/14/12, 5/5/12, 5/12/12, 7/7/12, 9/22/12, 10/6/12, 10/20/12, 11/3/12, 12/1/12, 1/12/13, 1/19/13, 2/16/13, 3/9/13, 4/13/13 More Dates
Duration: 16

Namibia & Botswana featuring Dunes, Delta and Falls from $7,411.00 (USD)

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Description: A true taste of the wild. Namibia and Botswana offer a diverse mix of natural and cultural treasures. Spend 2 nights in the vast Namibia desert. Se... More
Region: Africa
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Johannesburg, Windhoek, Sossusvlei, Sossuvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha National Park, Kavango Region, Caprivi Region, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls
Departures: 3/11/12, 4/15/12, 5/6/12, 6/10/12, 7/8/12, 9/9/12, 10/7/12, 10/21/12, 1/13/13, 2/3/13, 2/17/13, 3/3/13, 4/7/13, 4/14/13
Duration: 18

Journey through Jordan & Egypt from $2,899.00 (USD)

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Description: Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey. Bask in the warmth of Egyptian and Jordanian hospitality. Spend a full day at the stunning stone-carved hidden city... More
Region: Africa
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Amman, Petra, Dead Sea, Cairo, Aswan, Edfu, Luxor, Tour ends
Departures: 2/16/12, 2/23/12, 3/8/12, 3/15/12, 3/22/12, 4/5/12, 4/12/12, 4/19/12, 5/17/12, 9/20/12, 9/27/12, 10/4/12, 10/11/12, 10/18/12, 10/25/12, 11/1/12, 11/29/12, 1/10/13, 1/17/13, 1/24/13, 1/31/13, 2/7/13, 2 More Dates
Duration: 15

Patagonia THE NATURAL WONDERS OF ARGENTINA & CHILE from $3,299.00 (USD)

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Description: Experience the bold landscape of Patagonia on this adventure through southern Argentina and Chile. Discover the region's majestic Andes Mountains, gli... More
Region: South America
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Buenos Aires, San Carlos de Bariloche, Puerto Varas, Puerto Natales, El Calafate, Ushuaia, Tour Concludes
Departures: 2/17/12, 3/9/12, 10/11/12, 10/18/12, 11/1/12, 11/29/12, 2/14/13, 2/21/13, 2/28/13, 3/7/13
Duration: 14

The Aussie & Kiwi Experience from $6,699.00 (USD)

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Description: Sydney, Fraser Island, The Sunlander Train, Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock, Christchurch, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef Glacier Region, Napie... More
Region: Australia/New Zealand
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Sydney, Fraser Island, The Sunlander Train, Cairns, The Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock, Barossa Valley, Christchurch, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef Glacier, Nelson, Wellington, Napier, Tongariro National Park, Rotorua, Auckland
Departures: 2/19/12, 3/4/12, 3/18/12, 4/15/12, 5/18/12, 7/6/12, 7/27/12, 9/7/12, 9/28/12, 10/5/12, 10/19/12, 1/11/13, 1/18/13, 2/1/13, 2/8/13, 2/22/13, 3/1/13, 4/5/13, 4/19/13 More Dates
Duration: 28

Colors of Provence A cultural and epicurean journey through the south of France from $2,499.00 (USD)

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Description: Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Wine Tasting, Cheese Tasting, French Cooking Class, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Gordes, St. Remy-de-Provence, Les Baux-de-Provence... More
Region: Europe-Western
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Nice, Tour ends
Departures: 2/25/12, 3/10/12, 3/17/12, 4/10/12, 4/14/12, 4/21/12, 5/12/12, 6/2/12, 9/15/12, 9/22/12, 10/6/12, 10/20/12, 11/3/12, 11/10/12, 2/23/13, 3/9/13, 3/16/13, 4/6/13, 4/13/13, 4/20/13 More Dates
Duration: 10

California's Wine Country featuring San Francisco, Sonoma and Napa Valley from $2,149.00 (USD)

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Description: California's Wine Country reveals its wealth of epicurean treasures on this 7 day Explorations tour. Enjoy a 2-night stay in San Francisco. Learn the ... More
Region: US - Pacific Coast
Itinerary: Starting in San Francisco with stops in Napa, Santa Rosa, Tour ends
Departures: 3/2/12, 3/9/12, 4/13/12, 4/20/12, 4/27/12, 5/25/12, 6/29/12, 7/27/12, 8/10/12, 8/24/12, 9/7/12, 9/14/12, 9/21/12, 10/5/12, 10/12/12, 10/26/12, 3/15/13, 4/5/13, 4/12/13, 4/26/13 More Dates
Duration: 7

Country Roads of Tuscany and Umbria from $2,649.00 (USD)

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Description: Another side of Italy. Explore Tuscany and Umbria's smaller, more authentic towns. Overnight in 2 restored palaces. Learn the secrets of Tuscan cuisin... More
Region: Europe-Western
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Rome, Umbria, Tuscany, Tour ends
Departures: 3/2/12, 3/16/12, 4/13/12, 4/20/12, 5/4/12, 5/11/12, 5/18/12, 5/25/12, 6/15/12, 6/22/12, 7/13/12, 8/3/12, 8/31/12, 9/7/12, 9/14/12, 9/21/12, 9/28/12, 10/5/12, 10/12/12, 10/19/12, 10/26/12, 11/2/12, 11/ More Dates
Duration: 11

China and Tibet, the Roof of the World featuring a 3-night downstream Yangtze River Cruise from $3,549.00 (USD)

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Description: Set off on your tour by exploring Beijing. Discover Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Cruise the Yangtze River downstream for three nights on t... More
Region: Asia
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Beijing, Chongqing, Fengdu, Shennong Stream, Xi'an, Xining, Lhasa, Chengdu, Tour ends
Departures: 3/13/12, 3/20/12, 4/10/12, 5/15/12, 6/19/12, 6/26/12, 7/10/12, 7/17/12, 7/31/12, 8/14/12, 9/11/12, 10/9/12, 10/16/12
Duration: 18

Discover Portugal's Treasures featuring historic Pousadas, Porto, Guimaraes, Sintra & Lisbon from $2,849.00 (USD)

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Description: See Portugal as few have. From the rhythms of Fado to the realm of the Knights Templar, explore this Iberian gem. Travel to the Portuguese Riviera. St... More
Region: Europe-Western
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Palmela, Vila Vicosa , Viseu, Porto, Cascais, Tour ends
Departures: 5/17/12, 5/24/12, 6/14/12, 7/12/12, 8/2/12, 9/13/12, 9/20/12, 9/27/12, 10/4/12, 10/11/12, 10/18/12, 11/1/12, 11/8/12, 3/14/13, 4/11/13, 4/18/13 More Dates
Duration: 12

Three Kingdoms of Indochina: Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia from $3,249.00 (USD)

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Description: Delve into an ancient and mysterious world. Begin in Vietnam and explore its complex relationship with the west. From there, a colorful mosaic ... More
Region: Asia
Itinerary: Starting in Overnight Flight with stops in Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hue, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Luang Prabang, Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Tour ends
Departures: 5/24/12, 6/21/12, 7/12/12, 8/23/12, 9/6/12, 9/20/12, 10/4/12, 10/18/12, 10/25/12, 11/1/12, 11/29/12, 1/10/13, 1/24/13, 2/14/13, 2/21/13, 2/28/13, 3/7/13, 3/14/13, 3/21/13, 4/18/13, 4/25/13 More Dates
Duration: 19

Tours

Italy's Treasures Art, Food & Wine of Italy
From $2,999.00 (USD)
The romance of Italy come to life. Stand on the shore of Lake Maggiore. Ride the Centovalli Express through the mountains to the Swiss town of Locarno. Explore the rugged coast and remote fishing villages of the Cinque Terre.

Discover Portugal's Treasures featuring historic Pousadas, Porto, Guimaraes, Sintra & Lisbon
From $2,849.00 (USD)
See Portugal as few have. From the rhythms of Fado to the realm of the Knights Templar, explore this Iberian gem. Travel to the Portuguese Riviera. Stay in a series of pousadas - elegant, unique, historic hotels.

The Plains of Africa Kenya Wildlife Safari
From $3,994.00 (USD)
Like something out of a dream. Explore the pure scenic vistas and magnificent wildlife of Kenya. Discover the thriving culture and experiences that make it one of the most popular African countries to visit.

Thailand & Laos
From $2,399.00 (USD)
Another way of life. Begin your exploration of Southeast Asian in bustling Bangkok. Bask in a golden glow at the temples of The Golden Buddha and The Reclining Buddha.

Mysteries of India
From $2,849.00 (USD)
The Taj Mahal, temples and tigers - experience all the spice of India on this 15-day tour. See the Taj Mahal bathed in the light of sunrise and sunset. Embark on an evening cruise across Lake Pichola.

(515) 288-8447

Phyllis Shappell, owner/agent

Over 25 years experience