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Scotland Slowlyaboard the Sea AdventurerJune 2 - 12, 2013
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The largest seabird colony in the UK
on the cliffs of St. Kilda
Relish single malts on the distillery
isle of Jura
Visit Glasgow and Clyde Valley
Experience island life on Foula and
Papa Stour in the Shetlands
Marvel at the largest collection of
prehistoric megalithic structures in
western Europe
Climb Mousa broch, a stone age
forticationalmostperfectlyintacton
the Shetlands
Visit one of the largest collections of
Neolithic monuments on Orkney.
Highlights
Dear Adventurers,
Were heading back to Scotland, by popular demand, and
were super-excited about it. Our Celtic voyages are alwaysthe best of all worlds, with plenty of amazing historical sites,
a rich and vibrant culture, lots of time on shore to explore and,
of course, great music all along the way.
This is also part of our 25th anniversary, and I cant imagine
celebrating this year without a trip to the Scottish Isles.
I do hope youll join us.
Matthew SwanPresident, Adventure Canada
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Day 1: Glasgow & Oban
Day 2: Islay & JuraDay 3: Iona & Staffa
Day 4: Isle of Skye
Day 5: Mingulay & Barra
Day 6: St. Kilda
Day 7: Isle of Lewis
Day 8: Kirkwall, OrkneyDay 9: Papa Stour & Foula
Day 10: Mousa & Fair Isle
Day 11: Aberdeen
Our Intended Itinerary
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Scotlands western and northern isles oer a rich supply o culture, heritageand natural history. In Medieval imes an already archaic society in theHebrides evolved into the Lordship o the Isles, a sea-kingdom blending Gael
and Viking under the powerul domination o Clan Donald. In the north, Orkneyand Shetland were welded into a ormidable Scandinavian earldom. Both island
groups preserve some o the oldest monuments in Europe, dating back to the
Stone Age, while today both exploit the latest computer technologies to place them
at the oreront o modern developments. Kinship and community are two o the
constants in this story; Gaelic-speaking clans retained their independence despiteacknowledging the Lords o the Isles, while ree Norse landholders battled the
orces o eudalism in the Northern Isles.
As our ship, Sea Adventurer, winds its way through the western isles and the
Pentland Firth to Orkney and Shetland, history will illuminate the present whiletradition will enhance our understanding o the past. Te abundant bird and
mammal population o the area will be observed, studied and surely enjoyed. June
is an ideal month to visit Scotland in search o birds, with breeding well underway,
and watchers will be rewarded with excellent opportunities. Photographers will
have time to ocus their attentions on improving technique and getting smallgroup tutorials. Island olk have always been extremely conscious o the natural
environment, as the riches thereo have sustained them. Well experience a bit o
island lie too with music and laughter in community halls and local pubs. With
modern touches in many homes, the people who live here still remain close to their
roots with nuances and traditions embedded by the original settlers who frst made
their homes here hundreds o years ago.
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Day 1: Glasgow and Oban
Dubbed the Empires Second City, the bustling metropolis of Glasgow is a
working town and the economic engine of Scotland. Known for its architecture,Glasgows cathedral spires and Italianate steeples sit harmoniously alongside
neo-gothic towers, the sensuous Art Nouveau of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and
the titanium, glass and steel that serves as the backdrop for this contemporary
city. We will make our way to Oban by coach where we will meet the Sea
Adventurer.
Day 2: Islay and Jura
Islay is referred to as the Cradle of Clan Donald. The descendants of Somerled,
a 12th century prince, made their home at Loch Finlaggan. However, it was on
Eilean na Comhairle (the council isle) that the Lordship government discussedimportant matters of the Hebrides. The capital of Islay today is Bowmore, home
of the Bowmore Round Kirk and one of the islands seven whisky distilleries.
Jura is the wildest island in the Inner Hebrides. The ragged west side is
uninhabited and dotted with caves, arches, pillars and raised beaches bordering
a vast area of rock and blanket bog. Deer, wild goats, and Golden Eagles thrivehere, but so do palm trees in the mild climate surrounding the only substantial
village, Craighurst (population: 160). It has all the necessities of life: hotel, pub,
postofce,church,shop,doctoranddistillery.JurafascinatedGeorgeOrwell,
who lived here for two years as he penned the novel 1984.
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Day 3: Staffa and Iona
Not far from Mull, the isle of Staffa is noted for its basalt cliffs and Fingals
Cave- a spectacular natural feature named for the Celtic hero, and theinspiration for Mendelssohns Hebridean overture.
Iona is where St. Columba established his monastery - the luminary of all the
Caledonian Region in 563AD. Though savagely attacked by the Vikings, Iona
was traditionally the burial place of Kings and it long enjoyed the patronage
of the Lord of the Isles. The much restored Abbey complex preserves twooutstanding 8th century crosses and a splendid collection of sculptures
commissionedorinuencedbytheChiefsofClanDonaldandtheirallies.En
route to the Isle of Skye, we sail by the bird cliffs at Lunga.
Day 4: Isle of Skye
Our visit to Skye will sail along the southwestern shore as we visit Loch
Coruisk, a freshwater loch only metres above sea level accessed through Loch
Scavaig.Somemaintainthisremotelochisoneofthenestmountainscapesin
all of Britain. Set against a stunning backdrop formed by the Cuillin Mountains,
well hike the western shore of Loch Coruisk, a superb stop for birders, hikersand photographers.
Day 5: Mingulay and Barra
The Outer Hebrides form a long archipelago off Scotlands west coast and are
thestrongholdofGaeliccultureandlanguage.MingulayishometoPufns,Guillemots, Kittiwakes, Shags, Fulmars and Razorbills. Sightings of Eagles and
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Peregrine Falcons are possible here. This lovely island also served as inspiration
for the noted tune Mingulay Boat Song. Now uninhabited, a large natural arch
and dramatic sea stacks adorn the western side of the island.
Barra is the ancestral island of Clan MacNeil whose chiefs were based atKisimul Castle, which still sits, impressively intact, a few hundred yards
offshore from the pleasant village of Castlebay. Alexander, Lord of the Isles,
granted the MacNeils the island in 1427, and a century later the clan was
accused of launching piratical raids on English shipping endeavours. Barra was
later the home of writer Compton Mackenzie, who used the setting for his novel
(later a movie) Whisky Galore.
Day 6: St. Kilda
St. Kilda was inhabited until 1930 when the population was forced to request
evacuation. This near-mystical isle, 64 km (40 mi) west of the Outer Hebrides,
and now a World Heritage Site, supports an abundant population of seabirds,notablyPufns,FulmarsandthelargestGannetcolonyinBritain.Theisland
is also home to the Soay - a unique feral sheep left by the islanders. It also
preserves many examples of houses, cleits (stone beehive shaped storage
structures) and prehistoric remains. A hike to the cliffs offers a stunning
274m (900 ft) vista. To visit St. Kilda is a unique privilege and an altogethermemorable experience.
Day 7: Isle of Lewis
Farther north lies Lewis, the largest of the Hebrides, the home of Harris Tweed
and Scotlands largest Gaelic speaking community. Well visit Stornoway,the islands capital city. On the west side, Callanish is one of Britains most
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importantStoneAgesites,aprimordialcongurationofstandingstonesdating
from 2000 BC. One local tradition tells the story of giants who refused to be
converted to Christianity, and were turned to stone as punishment by Saint
Kieran.
Day 8: Orkney Islands
Well have an early morning sail past the Old Man of Hoy, a distinctive 137m
(450 ft) sea stack, a red sandstone plinth of igneous basalt on the west coast of
the isle of Hoy. Continuous occupation by Vikings, Celts, Picts and stone-agepeoples make Orkney one of the richest archaeological areas in the UK. We visit
the4,000-yearoldRingofBrodgar,oneofEuropesnestancientNeolithic
monuments, and also Maes Howe, a Neolithic chambered cairn estimated
tohavebeenconstructedaround2700BC.Kirkwallisanecountrytown
dominated by the massive Magnus Cathedral, dating from 1137. It is one of the
bestexamplesofitskindinBritainandthenalrestingplaceofOrkney-born
Canadian Arctic explorer, John Rae. Orkney has strong links to the Hudsons
Bay Company (HBC). From HBCs early days, their ships regularly called at
Stromness for supplies and labour. By late 18th century three quarters of the
HBCs workforce in Canada were Orcadians.
Day 9: Foula and Papa Stour, Shetland Islands
Foula is the most remote permanently inhabited island in the UK; 31 souls live
here, 23 km (14 mi) west of the Shetland Islands. Many preserve traditional
methods of agriculture and subsistence, while most have access to the Internet in
their crofts. Known for its 400m (1,312 ft) high cliffs and its Arctic Terns, Red-throated Divers and Great Skuas, well be in the area at just the right time to see
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a considerable number of birds. Islanders still acknowledge the Julian calendar
which celebrates Christmas on January 6 and New Years on January 13, and
remnants of an old Norse tongue, Norn, are still found here.
Humans have settled at Papa Stour since mesolithic times. The name, which
means big island of the priests, commemorates Celtic monks who were
engulfed by Viking settlers around 800 AD. A population of 20 and one of
Britains most dramatic coastlines - sea stacks, twisting tidal channels and
rugged cliffscapes - perfect for Zodiac touring!
Day 10: Fair Isle and Mousa, Shetland Islands
Fair Isle has a National Trust Bird Observatory. A key destination in Viking
times, it now hosts a hospitable population of some 69 people who happily
combine a respect for tradition with a modern outlook. Great Skuas greet
visitorsseekingPufns,whileacharmingmuseumisdevotedtoislandheritage.
TheisleofMousa,inadditiontobeinganebirdingisland,Mousaisthesite
ofthebestpreservedbrochintheworld.Thesefortiedstructuresareunique
to Scotland. Well explore the 12m (40ft) high monument and climb the inner
staircase up. Its precise function is a matter of debate and a potent source ofspeculation.
Day 11: Aberdeen
The Sea Adventurer arrives in Aberdeen in the morning and you can chose to
extend your stay on your own or make your way home.
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Scotland Slowly Scotland to Greeland
Category Amenities June 2 - 12, 2013 June 12 - 24, 2013
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ed CowanHistorian
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Sacred Journey to the Isle of Iona:Celtic Creativity and Spirituality - May 26 - June 2, 2013
TravellingF
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byElizabethKay,aSantaFeArtist
Carol Heppenstall
has worked for
Adventure Canada
for 20 years
creating small
art and adventuretravel. She began
small trip travel for
women only to out
of the way and extraordinary places - thin
places where the veil between the mundane
andthesacredislifted.Forthelastveyears she has been developing and leading
spiritual pilgrimages in the US and abroad.
Rebecca Fitton hasfacilitated womens
spiritual circles for
over thirty years.
Sheisacertied
labyrinth facilitator,
healer and poet.
Her current work is
to anchor the divine
feminine into new earth.
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cotland remains one of the worlds most engaging destinations. The rugged land andseascapes, the art and architecture, and the thin space of its sacred sites offers a truly
enchanting adventure.
On this journey, for women only, we will explore the treasures of Edinburgh and Glasgow,
situating ourselves in the history (herstory) and culture of the Scottish people. Digging deeper
into the past we will examine the sacred space of the medieval chapel at Rosslyn. We willferry to the mystic isle of Iona - one of the worlds most enchanting places. Here the veil
between the mundane and the divine is thinner. We will spend our time exploring this cradle
of Christianity while embracing its Druidic beginnings.
We will venture through castles, cathedrals, gardens and galleries to uncover the mystery
of the Celts. We will breathe in the art, music and culture which create a synergistic beauty.
When we reach the windswept Isle of Iona, we will experience the rhythm of the waves onrocks, the sacredness of the land, and indeed, the thinning of the veil. Join us on a journey that
weaves the essence of Scotland into your personal and spiritual exploration.
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The nature of adventure travel allows for slight variations in the itinerary to enhance
theexperienceorallowforcircumstancesbeyondourcontrol.Analitinerarywillbeincluded in the joining packages closer to departure.
Day 1: Edinburgh
We will meet at our hotel in Edinburgh and take a town tour by private coach. We
willnishoursightseeingatthemedievalEdinburghcastlewithaspecialvisittoSt.
Margarets Chapel. The 11th C. good Queen Margaret arranged for the restoration
of the Abbey at Iona after it had been sacked by Vikings in the 9th C. Our Travelling
Figure alludes to this journey. Dinner included.
Day 2: Royal Botanical Gardens and the National Gallery
In the morning we will visit the Queen Mothers Royal Botanical Gardens. After lunchwe will visit the National Gallery of Scotland. A docent led tour will introduce us to the
treasuresofScotlandsnearts.Breakfast,LunchandDinnerincluded.
Day 3: Rosslyn and Glasgow
This morning we will leave Edinburgh for the medieval chapel at Rosslyn. Built by theSt. Clares (Sinclairs) in the 15th century, it is the furthest north pilgrimage site built by
the Templars and better known to some for its role in the movie, The Da Vinci Code.
Touring the chapel with a docent will enrich our understanding of the mysteries of early
Christianity in Scotland. The charming village nearby affords a delightful luncheon stop
before journeying on to Glasgow. A private town tour will highlight medieval spiritual
centres as well as the 19th century architecture of famed Rennie Mackintosh. A special
talk by folklorist Lizanne Henderson from the University of Glasgow will introduce
us to fairies and other fabled creatures of the mythological past. Lizanne Henderson, a
long-time Adventure Canada folklorist, will join us for dinner. BLD.
Your Itinerary
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Day 4: Glasgow
Exploring the lives of some of Glasgows famous industrialists provides a window intoScottish culture. Today we will give ourselves over to the beauty of the countryside
with a visit to a glorious Georgian home now open to the public. Its art, furnishings and
gardenswillllourmorningthenovertotheBurrellCollectionforlunchandadocent
led tour of this outstanding collection of over 8000 works of art, furniture, tapestries
and more. This is our last evening in an urban setting - well enjoy a bit of free time and
dinner on our own. BL.
Day 5,6 & 7: Iona
A morning ride to the west coast will bring us to our ferry for Iona. After settling into
our quaint B&Bs well gather for dinner. The following days will be spent in a retreat
like style led by our own Rebecca Fitton. Exploring the mystery of the land and the
ancient dialogue between the sea and the stones of the abbey and other remnants of the
medieval past, we immerse ourselves in the solitude of the island. Our meals will be
taken at local hotels. BLD, BL, BD.
Day 8: Returning to Glasgow
Leaving the island, we have the option of joining Adventure Canadss Scotland
Slowly a cruise through the remote islands of Scotland or returning to Glasgow for our
ightshome.B.
When Edinburgh was a rock and Oxford a swamp, Iona was famous
$3,995USD Per person double occupancy - Single Supplement $1,150 please call for more info.
Book Spiritual Scotland and Scotland Slowly together and save $250.
Scotland to Greenland
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Scotland to GreenlandJune 12 - 24, 2013
aboard the Sea Adventurer
Join us for a new adventure as we journey from the rolling hills of Scotland, to the remote islandshores of the Faroe Islands, the geothermal wonders of Iceland and the dynamic glaciers ofGreenland. Our journey takes us from the North Sea, though the North Atlantic, touching into the
Norwegian Sea and on to the Arctic Ocean. This is a voyage of variety and contrasts, with Celtic,
Norse and Inuit cultures represented as we explore their language, culture, bird life and history.
Beginning in Aberdeen, Scotland well stop in at beautiful Fair Isle. Well also visit Lerwick,capital of the Shetland Isles, for our last taste of Scotland before heading out to the remote Faroe
Islands.
Onour visit to theMykines,wellnd Faroese subspeciesof theCommonEider, European
Starling,WinterWren,Pufn,GannetandBlackGuillemot.BirdLifeInternationalhasidentied
this area as an Important Bird area, because of the almost 2,000,000 birds that come here to breed.
WellalsostarttoseethetransitiontowardsArctic-alpineoraaswesetsailforournextgreatisland - Iceland.
Iceland will bring us a new language, culture and landscape as we sample some of the natural
wonders that have made this island famous. Volcanoes, bird and marine life will give way to the
lively city of Reykjavik - and well cap it all off with a relaxing visit to the famous Blue Lagoon.
Twenty-four hours of daylight will let you enjoy each day to the fullest.
From Iceland we sail onto the remote eastern side of Greenland, sparsely populated, but rich in
glaciers, looming mountain ranges and marine life. Emerging on the west side of Greenland, well
make our way North, with visits to the small, colourful Greenland village of Ivigtut and then the
worldssmallestcapitalcity-Nuuk.Herewellvisit thenalrestingplaceoftheGreenlandic
mummies, before heading North, into the Arctic Circle and one of Greenlands longest and most
picturesque fjords.
This voyage promises to be one of great variety, with diverse cultures, dramatic landscapes and
natural wonders as we head into the land of the midnight sun.
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Day 1: Aberdeen
We board the Sea Adventurer after our morning tour of Aberdeen.
Day 2: Fair Isle and Lerwick
Fair Isle has a National Trust Bird Observatory. A key destination in Viking times, it
now hosts a hospitable population of some 70 people who happily combine a respect
fortraditionwithamodernoutlook.GreatSkuasgreetvisitorsseekingPufns,whilea
charming museum is devoted to island heritage.
Day 3: Sumba, Suouroy, Faroe Islands
Sumba is in the south of the island or Suoroy and is the village where the Faroese chain
dance has had a particular stronghold. Well be treated to a cultural presentation here
and those looking to stretch their legs can hike to the Beinisvr Mountain formed
as a long grass slope that ends in a dramatic drop on the opposite side with beautifulpanoramic views.
Day 4: Torshavn and Mykines, Faroe Islands
Trshavn is the capital and largest town of the Faroe Islands with a population of
13,000. The Vikings established their parliament on the Tinganes peninsula in 850
thus Trshavn was made capital of Faroe Islands and has remained so ever since. Allthrough the Middle Ages the narrow peninsula jutting out into the sea made up the
main part of Trshavn. Early on, Trshavn became the center of the monopoly trade,
thereby being the only legal place for the islanders to sell and buy goods. We will have
a chance to explore the town in the morning.
In the afternooon, well have a chance to visit the island of Mykines, designated anImportantBirdareabyBirdLifeInternational.LargenumbersofPufnsandGannets
inhabit Mykines and Mykineshlmur. On the rocks at the waters edge there are
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colonies of Cormorants while the eroded tuff layers in the cliffs make perfect nesting
ledges for Guillemots and Razorbills. On the grassy slopes above the bird cliffs,
thousandsofpufnshavetheirburrows,andtheirguanofertilizestheslopes.Northern
Fulmars, Kittiwakes and Common guillemots are also routinely spotted here.
Day 5: At Sea
Day 6: Jkulsrln Bay, Iceland
Jkulsrln (literally glacial river lagoon) is a large glacial lagoon in southeast Iceland,
on the borders of Vatnajkull National Park. Situated at the head of Breiamerkurjkull,
it evolved into a lagoon after the glacier started receding from the edge of the AtlanticOcean. The lake has grown since then at varying rates because of melting of the
Icelandic glaciers. The lagoon now stands 1.5 kilometres (0.93 mi) away from the
oceans edge and covers an area of about 18 km2 (6.9 sq mi).
Day 7: Reykjavik
Reykjavik, which aptly means steamy bay, is a cosmopolitan capital city and as muchapartoftheIcelandicexperienceasthemidnightsunorthereandicethatcreatesthe
islands landscape. Entirely powered by geothermal energy harnessed from the Earth
below, the city boasts air that is crisp, clean and pollution-free. Well have a full day to
explore Reykjavik and the famous Blue Lagoon.
Days 8 & 9: At Sea
During these two days, we will be on the lookout for marine life, and be treated to
lectures, musical performances and cocktail parties. As we near Greenland we will be
greeted by the icebergs moving down the east coast.
Day 10: Prince Christian Sound, Greenland
Today we continue on the trail of the Vikings, making an expedition stop at Herjolfsnes,animportantrstlandfalloftheNorseuponreachingGreenland.Alandscapeofgothic
peaks will surround us as we sail through Prince Christian Sound.
Day 11: Itittuut Greenland
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Day 11: Itittuut, Greenland
Itittuut, is an abandoned mining town near Cape Desolation in southwestern Greenland.
Its site is on the ruins of the former Norse Middle Settlement. Well have a chance to
explore this abandoned, but eerily beautiful community.
Day 12: Nuuk, Greenland
Nuuk is the oldest town in Greenland, but this worlds smallest capital city is bustling
ith 15,000 inhabitants. A short walk up from the harbour is the Brodtet where the
dayscatchofseal,birdsandshisofferedforsale.Wehaveachancetoexplorethe
Katuaq Cultural Centre and its collection of traditional kayaks (Greenlands best-known invention) and the Greenland National Museum where the famous 600-year old
mummies from northern Greenland are housed.
Day 13: Kangerlussuaq and Sondre StromfjordWe will make our journey down spectacular Sondre Stromfjord to Kangerlussuaq, where
wewillboardourcharterighttoToronto.Ifthedayisclear,itispossibletoseethelargest ice cap in the world from your airplane window
Experience the Summer Solstice in
Greenland
Enjoy and explore several distinct
cultures and regions
Visit the bird cliffs at Mykines Island
in the Faroes Bathe in the healing waters of
Icelands Blue Lagoon
See the spectacular icebergs of
Jkulsrln Bay
See the famous Greenlandic mummies
in Nuuk
Sail the rich waters of Denmark strait,
looking for marine mammals Follow in the historic footsteps of the
Vikings
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Ecuador and the Galpagos Islands
We once again return to the Galpagos Islands on the lovelyNational GeographicIslander. We will have a chance to explore the highlands of Ecuador, vist theOtavalo market and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of old town Quito before we
head to the archipelago for a week of wildlife overload.
The Galpagos Islands are one of the worlds best examples of sustainable tourism.
The over-abundant wildlife is indifferent to our presence, knowing it has nothing to
fear from the friendly humans. At many stops, well be the only visitors, feeling like
we have the whole island to ourselves. Top-notch naturalist guides are trained at the
University of the Galpagos and share their knowledge on land and in the water.
Well enjoy a combination of guided nature walks, Zodiac cruises and town visits,
along with plenty of opportunities to swim and snorkel in the warm waters with sea
turtles,colourfulsh,sealionsandeventhediminutiveGalpagospenguin.Apriland
May are teh best months to visit - the water is warm and calm, the rainy season is com-
ing to an end, and the giant tortoises, seaturtles and land iguanas are all beginning to
hatch. April also signals the start of the courtship season for the Waved Albatrosses onEspaola.
For those of you continuing on to our Machu Picchu extension, this also corresponds
with the end of the rains in the mountains of Peru, and we can expect great weather
and smaller crowds at this wonder of the new world and last stronghold of the Inca
Empire.
We do hope youll join us in Ecuador and Galpagos islands in 2013.
April 25 - May 6, 2013 aboard the National Geographic Islander
Cuzco and Machu Picchu: May 6 - 11, 2013
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AdventureCanada
Release, Terms and ConditionsPleasereadthisimportantinformationcarefully.ThedeliverybythepassengerofthedeposittogetherwithasignedcopyofthisdocumenttoAdventureCanadashallconstitutethepassengersconsentandagreementtoalloftheprovisionscontainedherein.Please note that fuel surcharges may be levied to offset rising oil prices.
Payment Schedule and RatesA deposit of $1,000 USD per passenger is required to reserve a position for a tour. The balance of payment for the tour mustbereceivedbyAdventureCanadaatleast120dayspriortothescheduleddeparturedate.AdventureCanadawillonlyissuepre-departureboardingdocumentstoapassengeronceithasreceivedfullpaymenttogetherwithallrequireddocumentsdulycompleted by the passenger. Tour fees quoted are based on (i) prices in effect at the time of printing (June 2012) and as sucharesubjecttochangewithoutnoticepriortodepartureand(ii)groupparticipation.Pricesarecash/chequediscounted,andinUSdollars.CreditCardpricingisasfollows:2013ScotlandSlowly:C1$4,115,C2$5,195,C3$6,235,C4$6,859,C5$8,315,C6$9,355,C7$9,979,C8$10,395,C9$10,915,C10$11,8512013ScotlandtoGreenland:C1$3,115,C2$4,155,C3
$4,779,C4$5,715,C5$6,963,C6$7,795,C7$8,315,C8$8,835,C9$9,251,C10$10,395.2013SacredjourneytotheIsleofIona:DoubleOccupancy$4,675SingleSupplement$1,1962013EcuadorandtheGalpagos:C1$5,715,C2$7,275,C3$7,795,C4$8,315,C5$9,043,C6$10,083,C7$11,123,Single$11,1232013MachuPicchu$3,115SingleSupplement$827Forwiretransfers,passengersshouldnotethatthetransferringnancialinstitutionmaychargeaservicefee,whichshallbeatthepassengersexpense.Returnedcheques,creditcardchangesandrefundsaresubjecttoa$25USDfee.AdventureCanadaisamemberingoodstandingoftheTravelIndustryCouncilofOntario(TICO)whichadministerstheOntarioTravelCompensationFund,afundestablishedbyregisteredtravelagentsandtravelwholesalersinOntariotoinsurepaymentssuchasthosemadetoAdventureCanadainconnectionherewith.FormoreinformationonTICO,visitwww.tico.on.ca
Cancellations and RefundsAllrequestsforcancellationsmustbereceivedinwriting.UponAdventureCanadareceivingawrittennoticeofcancellationat least 120 days prior to the scheduled date of departure, the passenger shall receive a full refund of its tour fees, less anadministrativepenaltyof$500perperson.IfawrittennoticeofcancellationisreceivedbyAdventureCanadabetween91and120dayspriortothescheduleddateofdeparture,thepassengershallreceivearefundof35%ofitstourfees.Pleasenotethatwithinthe90-daylimit,allfees,depositsandtariffsreceivedbyAdventureCanadaareforfeited.Fortheseandotherreasonsmentionedbelow,passengersarestronglyadvisedtoobtaintripcancellationinsurance.Norefundsshallbemadetopassengers
whodonotparticipateinanypartof,orotherwisedonotcomplete,thetourforanyreasonwhatsoever.DelaysIntheeventofadelay,passengerswillberesponsibleforallcostsandexpensesassociatedtherewith,including,withoutlimitation, any additional food, lodging or transportation costs resulting from such delay. We recommend you purchaserefundable air tickets.
BaggageBaggageissolelyatthepassengersriskandexpense.Baggageislimitedtoamaximumweightof20KGinmostcases.Also,airlineluggageallowanceistypicallytwopiecesperpassengerandonepieceofcarry-onluggage,subjecttoweightrestrictions,
butpleasecheckwithyourairlineforcurrentstandards.Excessbaggageisnotpermittedoncharterights.Anyexcessbaggagechargesforcommercialightsaretheresponsibilityofthepassenger.
Land-Based Group Size and Trip CostsInkeepingwithourphilosophyofsmallgrouptravel,mostofourlandbasedprogramsoperatewith10-30participants.Ifwedonotgettherequirednumberofpeopleandcancelatour,youwillbenotiedassoonaspossible.Intheeventofacancellation,alldepositsandtariffspaidwillbereturnedtothepassengerinfullwithnofurtherobligationonthepartofAdventureCanada(AC),Eagle-EyeTours(EE),andTheHumanNatureCompany(HNC).Singlerooms,ifavailable,willbeprovidedonrequestforanadditionalfeeasoutlinedinprogramliterature.Forparticipantstravellingalone,butwishingtoshare,ACwillarrangeforaroomifpossible.Ifaroommateisnotavailable,asinglesupplementwillbecharged.
InsuranceDuetothenatureofthetourinwhichthepassengerwillbeparticipating,passengersmusthaveinplacepriortodeparture
comprehensiveinsurancecoverageincludingwithoutlimitationmedical,emergencyevacuation,tripcancellationandinterruption,accident and baggage insurance. Emergency medical and evacuation coverage is mandatory for trip participation and policydocumentationwillberequired.Anylossessustainedbytheundersignedpassengerasaresultofitsfailingtoobtainproperinsurancecoverageshallbethesoleresponsibilityofthepassenger.Forfullcoveragepassengersarerecommendedtoobtaininsurance at the time of deposit.
Images and PrivacyOnthesetripswetakemanyphotos,someofwhichweuseforpromotionalpurposes.Ifyouwouldnotlikephotoswhichincludeyoutobeused,pleaseletusknowinadvance.Wemayalsocelebrateyourbirthdayonboard,letusknowifyouwouldliketoabstain.
ItineraryTheitineraries/programsdescribedaresubjecttochangeatthediscretionoftheshipsmaster.Theseareexpeditionstoremotepartsoftheworld.AC,reservestheexclusiveright,initssolediscretion,toalteroromitanypartoftheitineraryorchangeanyreservation,staffmember,featureand/ormeansofconveyancewithoutnoticeandforanyreasonwhatsoeverincludingbutnotlimitedtoweatherconditions,availabilityofanchorages,forcemajeure,politicalconditionsandotherfactorsbeyondourcontrolandwithoutallowanceorrefundandwithanyandallextracostsresultingtherefrompaidbythepassengers.AC,expresslyreservestherighttocancel,withoutpriornoticetothepassengers,anytourpriortodeparture,inwhichcasetourfeeswillberefundedwithoutfurtherobligationonthepartofAC,including,butnotlimitedtothepaymentofinterestaccruedthereon.Decisions to alter the itinerary/program as aforesaid shall be made in the best interest of all passengers aboard the vessel. AC,expressly reserves the right in its sole discretion to cancel the reservation of, or remove from the tour, any passenger at any time.
Additional DocumentationAdventure Canada is a sub-charterer of the Sea Adventurer and the National Geographic Islander. AdventureCanadasregistrationservesasthePassageContractTicket,whichisthestandardpassengercontractandliabilitywaiverofthevesselsmentioned herein. Passengers are encouraged to read this document upon receipt. In accepting this Passage Contract Ticket,passengers agree to be bound by its terms and conditions.