Thompsons Holidays

Mediterranean Summer 2008

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client. We have gone the extra mile to ensure that all your travel needs are
covered and are confident that after reading it, you’ll insist on a Thompsons
holiday. The Thompsons website is a one-stop shop for a variety of exciting
holidays. Simply visit www.thompsons.co.za and discover a wealth of travel
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for providing excellent service, specialist knowledge and value for money
tailor-made packages. Our efforts have not gone unnoticed, for five
consecutive years, Thompsons has been voted Best International Tour
Operator and Best African Tour Operator in the Diners Club ASATA Travel
Awards. 

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As one of the largest Tour Operators, Thompsons Holidays enjoys excellent
rates and booking conditions with our partner airlines, hotels, transfers,
excursion and attraction suppliers. This translates into the best possible value
for you, our valued customer.

Travel Pack
Prior to departure, your travel documents will be presented to you in a
durable Thompsons travel wallet. Each pack contains valuable information,
as well as re-usable luggage labels and other surprises, depending on your
destination. In the event of an emergency, a Thompsons staff member is
contactable by phone, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Thompsons Top-Up’s
Top-Up your Thompsons package with additional attractions and
excursions to enhance your holiday experience. You will be spoilt for choice
when you see Thompsons huge range of quality Top-Up’s to choose from
in every destination. Our extensive range includes sightseeing tours, dinner
cruises, dive excursions and museum explorations.  

Refer to our website www.thompsons.co.za for more information.

Thompsons • Make the most of your

holiday and book a
• Mediterranean people are night-owls
and it is normal to only have dinner
travel tips Thompsons Top-Up -
look out for this symbol
around 10pm. Most restaurants and
tavernas often party until the wee hours

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 Discover yourself in the Mediterranean

Contents:

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Thompsons Holidays

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Greece & The Islands

11-13
Greek Island Packages

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Greece, Egypt & Turkey Combos

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Louis Cruise Lines

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Egypt

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Cairo

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Mediterranean
The Nile The Magic of the Mediterranean with Thompsons Holidays
The word “Mediterranean” evokes all kinds of images in one’s mind. Azure blue waters, sunlight gleaming off white-
20-21 washed buildings, magnificent sunsets, lazy summer days, scrumptious mezze eaten under the shade of an olive tree.
Sharm El Sheikh Yes, the Mediterranean is all of this and so much more.

22-26 Thompsons Holidays Mediterranean product will have you cruising the waters of the Nile, exploring the ancient
Turkey tombs and temples of Egypt, once one of the richest nations on earth. We will have you diving the crystal clear
waters of the Red Sea, one of the top 7 dive sites in the world and bargaining in markets all over Greece, Egypt and
27 Turkey. Our Mediterranean product will leave you awestruck as we take you on a Gullet Cruise along the Turkish
Booking Conditiions Coast, leaving your troubles behind and living for this moment of exquisite relaxation. If this is your idea of the
perfect holiday, then look no further than Thompsons Holidays. Where your Mediterranean dreams come true.

Dream the destination... Live the Journey

Hotel Grading
Please note that the hotels in this brochure are the official star
ratings from the hotels themselves. All hotels have been given the
Thompsons’ stamp of approval. This means that wherever you
choose to stay, you have our personal guarantee of comfort and
service.

Pricing
All prices are from a starting price per person sharing, are an
estimate and are subject to change wthout prior notice.
Our “What Things Cost” prices are an estimate and are to be
used as a guideline only. Prices correct at time of going to print.
Thompsons terms and conditions apply - see page 27 for details.

Greek street café

• Take plenty of sunblock, a • When sightseeing in Egypt, be • Egypt and Turkey are Moslem • The Islands of Greece are
sunhat and a good pair of sure to have small denominations countries and it is advisable to treasure troves. We recommend
sunglasses with you to protect of cash with you, the Egyptians be respectful and to cover that you hire a car, moped or
you from the strong summer sun expect tips for everything. shoulders and knees. quad bike to explore your island.

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Mykonos Windmills

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CAPITAL CITY: Athens
LANGUAGE: Greek & English
CURRENCY: Euro
Greece

VISA: SA passport holders require a

Schengen Visa. All other passport holders
to check with local authorities.
TIME DIFFERENCE:
Nov-Mar: GMT + 2 (Same as SA time)
Apr-Oct: GMT + 3 (SA time + 1hr)
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:
No inoculations are required.
WHAT THINGS COST
These prices are an average price and may
vary according to areas, hotels and season.
(Euro’s)
Bottle of Wine € 20
Beer €5
Bottle of Water €1
Coffee / Tea €4
Cold Drinks €3
Toasted Sandwich € 4.50
Dinner at Hotel € 30
BEST TIME TO TRAVEL
Conditions are perfect between Easter
and mid-June. Beaches and ancient sites are
relatively uncrowded, public transport
operates on close to full schedules and
accommodation is cheaper and easier to
find. Conditions are once more ideal from
the end of August until mid-October, as the
season winds down. Winter is not a viable
period to visit outside the major cities
and mainland as most of the tourist
infrastructure on the islands goes into
hibernation from the middle of October
until the beginning of April.
Crete architecture
Greece, a country of beautiful contrasts, At the base of the Acropolis, The Plaka still retains
its ancient charm with cobbled streets and bustling
a journey in time, from present to past tavernas, and shop owners sitting outside their
and back again. shops, sipping coffee and playing chess, just whiling
away the time.
Greece has a landscape that has given us thousands
of postcard images but remains incredibly vibrant
and impossible to capture. Walk through olive
groves and explore ancient sites where the kings
of old lived and died. Move to clusters of sparsely
inhabited islands. Roam from the beaches to rocky
mountains and explore breathtaking scenery. In
Greece the fusion of images becomes more than
imagery and turns into reality.
Athens is an affable city enlivened by outdoor
cafes, pedestrian streets, parks, gardens and urban
eccentrics. Almost every house and apartment has a
balcony bulging with geraniums, and many of the
city’s streets and squares are fringed with orange
trees. All of the hotels in Athens boast either
rooftop restaurants, pools or bars so that guests
may have uninterrupted views of their beloved
Poseidon
Acropolis, dominating the centre of this amazing city.

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 Thompsons Top-Up’s in Athens
Athens City Tour - Half Day
Enjoy a tour of Athens, combining many of the
cities principal modern and classical sights. Drive
by the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of
the Parliament House on Constitution Square
and the Panathenian Stadium (site of the first
modern Olympic Games in 1896).
See vistas of the Presidential Palace (ex Royal
Palace), government buildings and elegant homes.
In contrast, we visit the Roman Temple of
Olympian Zeus and the Acropolis with its many
monuments atop its rocky base. We also visit the
Acropolis Museum.
from €54 pp
One Day Three Island Cruise
Transfer by motorcoach to Flisvos Marina and
embark on the cruise ship. At 08h30 sail for the
island of Hydra. In Hydra you are at leisure to
stroll, shop or swim. In the early afternoon sail for
the island of Aegina, passing through the narrow
strait separating the Peloponnesian coast from
the island of Poros. Upon arrival in Aegina you
can either join the excursion to the Temple of
Aphaia or walk around the main town. Lunch is
served on board.
Sail for Poros. Short visit of Poros. Finally, embark
for the sail back to Flisvos Marina. Arrive at the
marina at 19h15 (in winter arrive at 18h00), and
transfer to Athens.
from €96 pp
Argolis - Full Day
Leave Athens on the coastal road along the
Saronic Gulf to the Corinth canal, which
connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea.
After a short stop, drive on to Corinth, the
ancient cosmopolitan city. Proceed to Mycenae,
- the city “rich in gold” of the ancient poets (visit
the Lion Gate, the Cyclopean walls and the Royal
tomb).
Depart for Nafplion through the fertile plain of
Argolis, the picturesque town nestling at the foot
of a cliff crowned by the mighty ramparts of the
Palamidi fortress. Proceed on to Epidaurus to
visit the Theatre (4th century B.C.) famous for its
astonishing acoustics. Return to Athens.
from €89 pp excl. lunch

Athens
Athens
Map Key
Dorian Inn
Plaka Hotel
Titania Hotel
Divani Palace Acropolis
Metropolitan
Electra Palace

Athens

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 Athens
★★★ Dorian Inn
LOCATION: Centrally located in Omonia Square, the Dorian Inn is
within walking distance from the Plaka, Acropolis and Syntagma Square.
It is also only a few minutes walk to the nearest Metro station at Omonia
Square.
Accommodation & facilities: There are146 air-conditioned
rooms all with satellite TV. Enjoy a cocktail at the rooftop pool and take
in spectacular views of the city, Acropolis and the Med while dining at the
rooftop restaurant, serving Greek and International cuisine. The Dorian
Inn is suitable for disabled people. from €50 pp B&B

★★★ Plaka Hotel

LOCATION: The Plaka Hotel is ideally located in the heart of Athens.
The Acropolis, museums, Parliament, shopping area of Plaka and the
Cathedral are all within walking distance of the hotel.
Accommodation & facilities: Air-conditioning, mini fridge, safe,
satellite TV, hair dryer, telephone and double glazed windows. The Plaka
Hotel has a colourful lounge, bar and breakfast room and a roof garden
with a suberb view of the Acropolis, the old city of Plaka, Monastiraki
area, Ancient Agora and Lycabettus hill.
from €70 pp B&B

★★★★ Titania
LOCATION: The Titania Hotel is nestled in the historic and commercial
centre of Athens, close to Omonia Square.
Accommodation & facilities: All 385 rooms are tastefully
decorated and equipped with every modern convenience including air-
conditioning, fax and modem ports, satellite TV, mini bar and in-room
safe. The Titania Hotel features a majestic lobby with an exquisite white
Athens

marble floor inlaid with mosaics and the award-winning rooftop Olive
Garden Restaurant replete with olive grove.
from €63 pp B&B

★★★★ Divani Palace Acropolis

LOCATION: Just in the shadow of the Parthenon and a few steps away
from the vibrancy of the celebrated Plaka district.
Accommodation & facilities: Experience true Greek hospitality,
while dining at the roof garden, with a view of the Acropolis. The Hotel
offers 250 luxury rooms and suites, all with a private balcony. Every
room has a marble bathroom and most rooms have a superb view of the
Acropolis. The hotel also offers an outdoor pool, perfect for relaxing
after a day of sightseeing or shopping.
from €72 pp B&B

★★★★★ Metropolitan
LOCATION: This luxury hotel in central Athens is only 10-mins away
from Syntagma square.
Accommodation & facilities: The 374 guest rooms have air-
conditioning, marble bathrooms, mini bar and satellite TV. The hotel
offers a fitness centre, steambath, outdoor heated pool, beauty salon and
business centre. The Le Trocadero Restaurant offers authentic Greek and
European cuisine to guests 24 hours or the La Veranda Restaurant and
Bar, adds the charm of live music and the breathtaking views.
from €74 pp B&B

★★★★★ Electra Palace

LOCATION: The Electra Palace Hotel has a unique location in the heart
of the old town area of Plaka.
Accommodation & facilities: Rooms feature air-conditioning,
mini bar, electronic safe, DD telephone, satellite TV and hair dryer.
Guests can enjoy their meals at Motivo or have drinks at Ducktail. The
health club and spa is the ideal retreat where guests can enjoy a swim or
jacuzzi, keep fit in the gym or relax in the steam room or sauna. For the
ultimate relaxation enjoy a treatment by one of the professional staff at
the spa. The hotel has recently been completely re-constructed,
refurbished and expanded. from €119 pp B&B

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Mykonos
★★ Pelican Hotel
LOCATION: The hotel is located in the School of fine Arts district,
about 200m above Mykonos town with stunning views of the town.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel is small and built in the
traditional Mykonian-style. Fully renovated in 2007, the hotel offers
breakfast room with views of the town and the sea, well stocked bar
and TV lounge. Most rooms have town and harbour views and have air-
conditioning, a mini fridge, en-suite bathrooms and daily room service.
Mykonos town is just a 10-min walk from the hotel.
from €38 to €82 pp B&B

★★★ Mykonian K Complex

LOCATION: The Myconian K Hotels are perfectly located, only 10-mins
walk from cosmopolitan Mykonos town.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel complex appeals to all
guests from Honeymooners to families. Multilevel swimming pool and
magnificent views are characteristics of this superior hotel. All 156
rooms are fully equipped with satellite TV, mini fridge, DD phone,
air-conditioning, hair dryer and safe. Relax and unwind at the jacuzzi or
play some tennis. The Windmills Restaurant offers stunning views
of the famous windmills of Mykonos. from €46 to €121 pp B&B

★★★★ Acrogiali Hotel

LOCATION: Acrogiali is situated on one of the most beautiful beaches of
Mykonos, Platys Yialos. Regular public buses will take you to the town of
Mykonos, which is just 10-mins from Platys Yialos beach.
Accommodation & facilities: All 70 rooms are air-conditioned
and have balconies or terraces with views of either the garden or the
sea. The hotel has a buffet breakfast area, 2 bars as well as the Atlantida

Mykonos
Restaurant, serving Greek and Italian cuisine. The water sports centre at
the hotel also has a dive centre.
from €41 to €107 pp B&B

★★★★ Mykonos Palace

LOCATION: On the beachfront, within easy reach of all the southern
beaches of Mykonos. Mykonos town is 10-mins by bus from the hotel.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel consists of 3 buildings
built in the Cycladic-style and offers a beach restaurant serving seafood
& Greek specialties, beach bar, sea-water swimming pool and children’s
pool & playground. A fully equipped water sports centre offers canoes,
pedal-boats, diving and jet-ski. All rooms have air-conditioning, mini bar
and balcony or terrace with sea or garden view.
from €33 to €106 pp B&B

★★★★ Art Hotel Pelican Bay

LOCATION: In “Platys Yialos”, only 300m from the famous beach and
10-mins from the centre of the town of Mykonos.
Accommodation & facilities: All rooms are air-conditioned and
have either balconies or terraces with left seaside views. 3 rooms have
facilities for disabled persons. The hotel offers a fitness centre, sauna,
room service, swimming pool and a cocktail-bar surrounded by verandas
with superb views.

from €50 to €120 pp B&B

★★★★★ Mykonos Grand

LOCATION: This luxurious resort is located on the beach of Ayios
Yiannis, just 10-mins from Mykonos town.
Accommodation & facilities: Rooms feature air-conditioning,
CD player, mini bar, bathrobes and slippers and exclusive bath amenities.
Dolphins of Delos is the main restaurant offering open-air dining and
delicious meals. Meals can also be enjoyed at the poolside ‘Aqua and Sole.’
The hotel has 2 bars, a sea water pool and an outdoor hot tub, located
below the pool area, to offer the perfect setting for romance
and tranquility. from €74 to €162 pp B&B

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H★★ Melina Hotel
LOCATION: In the main town on Santorini, Fira, a short walk from the
town centre.
Accommodation & facilities: This intimate hotel has 20 rooms, all
with colour TV, air-conditioning, mini fridge, safe, hair dryer and private
veranda. The hotel has a swimming pool and is within walking distance
of Fira with its many restaurants, bars and tavernas.
from €31 to €60 pp B&B

★★★ Philippion Villas

LOCATION: Philippion Villas Hotel in Santorini, built in 1998 in the
Cycladic architectural style, offer a traditional atmosphere with the
comforts of a modern apartment, located at the edge of the cliff
overlooking the Santorini volcano.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel offers pool bar,
swimming pool, money exchange and restaurant. All rooms have private
balcony, bathroom, hair dryer, safe box, direct line telephone, satellite TV,
air-conditioning and mini bar.
from €41 to €71 pp B&B

★★★★ Thalassa Resort

LOCATION: Thalassa means “Sea” and this beautiful resort is located on
the black beachfront in the Kamari area of Santorini Island.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel’s design is Cycladic.
All rooms have air-conditioning, satellite TV, mini bar, DD phone, safe,
24-hr room service and hair dryer. The hotel offers a swimming pool,
pool restaurant, sun beds and umbrellas on the beach. Asterias
Santorini

Gourmet Restaurant offers romantic seafood dinners on the beach.

The main feature of the hotel is a Thalassa Spa.
from €56 to €78 pp B&B

★★★★ Kallisti Thera

LOCATION: Situated in the centre of Fira town with magnificent views
of the Caldera.
Accommodation & facilities: All rooms have air-conditioning,
satellite TV, mini bar, hair dryer and slippers. Superior rooms have
private veranda. Kallisti Thera has a luxurious swimming pool, an open
air jacuzzi, the Pergola pool bar where you can enjoy exotic drinks and
the Kallisti restaurant, a new part of the hotel next to the pool that offers
guests the opportunity to taste Greek and Mediterranean specialities.
from €52 to €106 pp B&B

★★★★H On the Rocks

LOCATION: Above the Caldera basin, in the famous village of Imerovigli,
10-mins from the island’s capital, Fira town.
Accommodation & facilities: All rooms feature private veranda,
sea views, air-conditioning, mini bar and hair dryer. Superior rooms
feature bathtub as well as shower. Next to the swimming pool you can
enjoy your favourite drinks, cocktails and light snacks. Room service is
also available. The On the Rocks Spa offers steam room, jacuzzi and
massage treatments. Ideal for Honeymooners or Romantic Getaways.
from €119 to €160 pp B&B

★★★★H Majestic Hotel

LOCATION: The Majestic is the most prestigious 5-star hotel on the
island of Santorini.
Accommodation & facilities: All rooms enjoy a sea view.
52 luxury rooms feature private terrace, jacuzzi bathtub, mini bar,
air-conditioning, satellite plasma TV, Hi-Fi with CD collection and Wi-Fi.
The Majestic has 3 pools, 2 restaurants, a spa and fully equipped fitness
centre. Kids are welcome to enjoy the play room and the playground.
This hotel is accessible for the physically disabled.
from €85 to €165 pp B&B

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★HH High Mill Hotel, Paros
LOCATION: High Mill hotel is located 1km from the centre of Parikia and
150m from the nearest beach.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel has a 22m swimming
pool and a children’s pool. All rooms have air-conditioning, hair dryer,
satellite TV, refrigerator, private balcony and sea or pool view. The hotel’s
breakfast room serves buffet breakfast and guests can enjoy snacks and
cocktails at the bar. There is also a mini market in the hotel that is open
during working hours.
from €25 to €52 pp B&B

★HHH Kanale’s Resort, Paros

LOCATION: Kanale’s is located only a 10-min walk away from the heart
of Naoussa village and only 200m from the sandy beach of Piperi.
Accommodation & facilities: Kanale’s is built on several levels and
widely spaced around a uniquely shaped swimming pool. All rooms are
attractively furnished and offer air-conditioning and satellite TV.
The facilities offered at the Kanale’s Resort include a swimming pool with
jacuzzi, sun terraces and a bar which serves breakfast, refreshments,
snacks and beverages.
from €38 to €83 pp B&B

★HHHH Astir of Paros

LOCATION: The Hotel is situated on the seafront and has its own
private beach. The village of Naoussa is only 1,5 km away.
Accommodation & facilities: The standard rooms feature a
veranda, satellite TV, air-conditioning, mini bar and marble bathroom.

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The suites with their separate living room, offer glorious views from the
spacious verandas. The lovely swimming pool with hydro-massage
provides a refreshing oasis. The hotel also offers 2 restaurants,
2 bars, 3-hole mashie golf course, water sports and horse riding.
from €106 to €158 pp B&B

★H Coronis Hotel, Naxos

LOCATION: Coronis Hotel is situated in Naxos town, on the seafront
with superior views of the Venetian Castle and the sea.
Accommodation & facilities: This recently renovated hotel has
30 rooms, all with bathrooms, air-conditioning, fridge, satellite TV and a
balcony with stunning views. The hotel offers guests a breakfast room
and a bar, as well as currency exchange facilities.

from €25 to €43 pp B&B

★HH Astir of Naxos

LOCATION: The Astir of Naxos is situated just a 10-min walk from the
centre of town and 2-mins from the sandy beach of St George.
Accommodation & facilities: Guests can relax around the
spacious swimming pool and the bar, with a panoramic view of Naxos
town, the sea and the mountains. All rooms have air-conditioning,
internet facilities, satellite TV, mini bar and balcony or veranda with a
view of the sea or the mainland. The hotel boasts a warm and friendly
environment where guests can enjoy the swimming pool and jacuzzi.
from €40 to €83 pp B&B

★HHH Naxos Palace Hotel

LOCATION: Naxos Palace Hotel is located in Stelida, 2.5km from the
town of Naxos, 1km from the beach of Agia Anna and 500m from the
beach of Agios Georgios.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel has 77 fully equipped
rooms and suites with air-conditioning, satellite TV, mini bar and private
balcony. This traditionally designed hotel has 2 swimming pools - one of
which has hydro massage, pool bar, restaurant, main bar, snack bar,
gym, sauna and room service. Guests can hire cars, bikes
and book horse riding. from €53 to €103 pp B&B

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HHH Cactus Hotel
LOCATION: The Hotel Cactus is situated in the centre of Rhodes City,
opposite the aquarium, overlooking both the western and the eastern
beaches. The Mandraki Harbour, the Trade Centre, the famous Medieval
City and the Marina are all within walking distance of the hotel.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel has 177 recently
renovated rooms, most with a view of the sea. All are equipped
with direct-dial telephone, radio, satellite TV, fridge, hair dryer, air-
conditioning and electromagnetic key doors. The hotel has a breakfast
room, bar, swimming pool with snack bar and TV room for guests
enjoyment. A conference room is available for use by guests
during their stay.
from €35 to €68 pp B&B
HHHH Mediterranean Hotel
Rhodes
LOCATION: In the heart of Rhodes’ most popular sandy beach near
the Aquarium, minutes away from Rhodes city. A 10-min walk from the
Medieval City, Castle of the Knights and Ancient Ruins.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel has 241 spacious and
elegantly furnished guest rooms and suites, most with views of the
Aquarium, beach and the Aegean Sea. All rooms offer private balcony,
air-conditioning, satellite colour TV with Pay TV movies, internet
connection, fully stocked mini bar and room service. The Mediterranean
Cafe serves coffees, drinks and light snacks while The “Thalassa” is the
hotel’s restaurant serving Greek & International speciality dishes.
The hotel has an outdoor fresh water swimming pool and a variety of
water sports is offered on the hotel’s sandy beach. championship golf course and yachting are also available a short
from €58 to €88 pp B&B - based on sea view rooms
Rhodes
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HHHH Ibiscus Hotel
LOCATION: The Ibiscus Hotel is situated on the most cosmopolitan,
sandy and pebble beach of the city of Rhodes, and just a few minutes
walk from the town centre.
Accommodation & facilities: The hotel has 207 tastefully
furnished guestrooms and fabulous suites. All guestrooms feature
air-conditioning or heating, private bath or shower, satellite TV, radio,
direct dial telephone and double glazed windows. The restaurant serves
hearty American buffet breakfasts and a variety of international menus
for lunch and dinner.
The bar, is a popular place to meet for afternoon tea or cocktails.
Guests can relax on the sun terraces, go for a swim in the pool, and
cool off with refreshments from the poolside bar. The hotel also has a
hair salon and 24-hour room service.
from €33 to €63 pp B&B
HHHHH Rodos Palace
LOCATION: Rodos Palace is the finest deluxe resort complex on the
island of Rhodes.
Accommodation & facilities: The luxurious rooms and suites
have spectacular views of the Aegean Sea or gardens. All 785 rooms are
equipped with en-suite bathroom with hair dryer, private balcony
or patio, mini bar or fridge, colour satellite TV with Pay TV,
internet connection and air-conditioning. Your choice of either Greek or
International cuisine can be enjoyed in 10 different restaurants. Days can
be spent around the 3 exquisite outdoor pools, the Fitness Centre or the
superb family area, especially designed to meet the needs of parents with
children of all ages. A variety of activities like horse-riding, 18-hole
distance from the hotel.
from €77 to €113 pp B&B - based on sea view rooms
The beach at Rodos Palace
 Greek Island Packages
Simply Cycladic
5 Nights Santorini & Mykonos
Ex Johannesburg from R14 300
Ex Durban from R15 835
Ex Cape Town from R15 415
INCLUDES:
• Return flights on Olympic Airlines including approximate taxes & levies
• All transfers throughout
• 3 nights accommodation in Mykonos at a 3* hotel
• 2 nights accommodation in Santorini at a 3* hotel
• Highspeed ferry transfers between Mykonos and Santorini
• Breakfast daily
Add 2 Nights in Athens from only R2 350
Includes 2 nights in Athens at a 3* hotel with return transfers
and breakfast daily.
Valid until 21 Jul ‘08
Summer of Smiles
5 Nights Mykonos & Naxos
Ex Johannesburg from R12 740
Ex Durban from R14 025
Ex Cape Town from R13 605
INCLUDES:
• Return flights on Olympic Airlines including approximate taxes & levies
• All transfers throughout
• 3 nights accommodation in Mykonos at a 3* hotel
• 2 nights accommodation in Naxos at a 2* hotel
• Highspeed ferry transfers between Mykonos and Naxos
• Breakfast daily
Add 2 Nights in Athens from only R2 350
Includes 2 nights in Athens at a 3* hotel with return transfers
and breakfast daily.
Valid until 30 Jun ‘08
All of the above prices are quoted per person sharing
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Sizzling Cycladic Summer
7 Nights Mykonos, Paros & Santorini
Greek Island Packages
Ex Johannesburg from R15 820
Ex Durban from R16 355
Ex Cape Town from R16 935
INCLUDES:
• Return flights on Olympic Airlines including approximate taxes & levies
• All transfers throughout
• 3 nights accommodation in Mykonos at a 3* hotel
• 2 nights accommodation in Santorini at a 3* hotel
• 2 nights accommodation in Paros at a 3* hotel
• Highspeed ferry transfers between Mykonos, Paros and Santorini
• Breakfast daily
Add 2 Nights in Athens from only R2 350
Includes 2 nights in Athens at a 3* hotel with return transfers
and breakfast daily.
Valid until 30 Jun ‘08
Roam around Rhodes
5 Nights Athens & Rhodes
Ex Johannesburg from R13 910
Ex Durban from R15 195
Ex Cape Town from R14 775
INCLUDES:
• Return flights on Olympic Airlines including approximate taxes & levies
• All transfers throughout
• 2 nights accommodation in Athens at a 3* hotel
• 3 nights accommodation in Rhodes at a 3* hotel
• Breakfast daily
Valid until 30 Jun ‘08
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 Getting Around the Greek Islands
Greece
Transfers & Ferries
Athens Cost per vehicle
Transfers in Euro’s
Athens Airport / Hotel 84
Athens Airport / Port 102
Athens Hotel / Port 40
Cycladic Island Cost pp
Transfers in Euro’s
Mykonos Airport or Port / Hotel 13
Santorini Airport or Port / Hotel 15
Paros Airport / Parikia Hotels 18
Paros Airport / Naoussa Hotels 24
Paros Port / Parikia Hotels 12
Paros Port / Naoussa Hotels 17
Naxos Airport or Port / Hotel 9
Rhodes Island Cost per vehicle
Transfers in Euro’s
Rhodes Airport / Town Hotels
(Cactus, Ibiscus, Mediterranean) 21
Rhodes Airport / Ialyssos Hotels
(Rodos Palace) 19
Rhodes Port / Town Hotels 12
Rhodes Port / Ialyssos Hotels 16
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Island Ferries in Greece Cost pp
in Euro’s
Athens - Mykonos 79
Athens - Paros 78
Athens - Naxos 83
Mykonos - Athens 82
Mykonos - Paros & v.v 29
Mykonos - Naxos & v.v 33
Mykonos - Santorini 48
Paros - Athens 82
Paros - Naxos & v.v 23
Paros - Santorini 43
Naxos - Athens 88
Naxos - Santorini 50
Santorini - Mykonos 55
Santorini - Paros 60
Santorini - Naxos 57
Santorini - Heraklion 58
*All transfers are based on one way trips.
Night time supplements may apply on the
islands.
** Ferry rates are based on one way journeys,
on highspeed ferries, in economy class.
The Best of Greece
5 Night Cruise & Coach in Greece
Ex Johannesburg from R21 300
Ex Durban from R22 835
Ex Cape Town from R22 415
HIGHLIGHTS:
Thur: Arrive in Athens. In the afternoon enjoy a
City Sightseeing Tour of Athens including the
Acropolis. Evening at leisure and overnight in Athens.
Fri: Transfer to Piraeus Harbour and embark on your
3 night Aegean Discovery Greek Island Cruise.
Sail for Mykonos. Overnight at Sea (B, L, D)
Sat & SUN: Cruising the Greek Islands as per the
itinerary on page 15. Your cruise includes visits to
Mykonos, Rhodes, Patmos and Kusadasi in Turkey.
Overnight at Sea (B, L, D)
Mon: Arrive back in Piraeus. Board a coach, which
will take you into mainland Greece. Visit the Corinth
Canal, the ancient Amphitheatre in Epidaurus,
the ruins of the Palace of Agamemnon and the Royal
Tomb in Mycenae. Arrive in Nafplion. Spend the rest
of the afternoon and evening exploring the town of
Nafplion. Overnight in Nafplion (B, D)
Tues: Spend the morning in Nafplion at leisure. In the
afternoon start the journey back to Athens and the
airport (B)
INCLUDES:
• Return flights on Olympic Airlines including
approximate airport taxes and levies.
• All transfers throughout
• 1 night in Athens at Titania Hotel
• Athens Sightseeing Tour
• 3 night Greek Island Cruise in a standard outside
cabin with entertainment on board
• Full day tour by coach of the Argolis region
• 1 night in Nafplion at Amalia Hotel
• Meals as specified (B-breakfast, D-dinner, L-lunch)
• Port charges and gratuities on the cruise, taxes,
fees and levies
• Services of Cruise Director on Louis Cruise
The above tour is valid for departures from
Johannesburg every Wednesday. We have guaranteed
limited available seats for the following departures:
18 Jun, 16 Jul, 13 Aug, 17 Sep, 15 Oct & 05 Nov 2008.
Book now to avoid disappointment!
The above price is from price per person sharing.
Prices may vary according to the departure date of the tour.
Cruise and Stay Packages
Aegean Discovery
8 Night Cruise & Stay in Mykonos
Ex Johannesburg from R18 570
Ex Durban from R20 110
Ex Cape Town from R19 690
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Athens • Mykonos • Rhodes • Patmos
• Kusadasi
INCLUDES:
• Return flights on Olympic Airlines including
approximate airport taxes and levies
• 2 nights in Athens at a 3* hotel with
breakfast daily
• 2 nights in Mykonos at a 3* hotel with
breakfast daily
• 3 nights Aegean Discovery Louis Cruise with
all meals and entertainment on board
(itinerary as per page 15)
• 1 night in Athens at a 3* hotel with
breakfast
• Services of a Cruise Director on board
Louis Cruises
• Port taxes, fuel surcharges and cruise
staff gratuities
Valid for Tuesday departures from
Johannesburg. Valid until 29 July ‘08.
You have always wanted to see the Greek Isles and what better way to do it
than a Mediterranean Cruise, taking in 6 islands in 4 nights. You board your
cruise and set sail for Mykonos, your first stop.
You arrive in Mykonos and are left at leisure to explore the cobbled streets
and enjoy a meal of Mezze as you watch the sun set over the Aegean Sea.
But no sooner have you found that perfect souvenir and it is time to go back
to the ship for the next departure. How you wish that you could linger a
while longer in Mykonos and have some real time to enjoy the town, the
beaches and the culture. Well now you can!
Take one of our Cruise & Stay packages and you will be able to set sail on
your cruise from Mykonos. Thompsons Holidays has put together three
different Cruise & Stay packages for you, which include your pre and post-
accommodation in Athens as well as either 2 nights in Mykonos at the start
of your cruise or 2 nights in Santorini at the end of your Cruise, giving you
the opportunity to not only see the Islands but also to experience some
of their magic for yourself.
Jewels of the Aegean Splendours of Greece & Turkey
7 Night Cruise & Stay in Santorini 9 Night Cruise & Stay in Santorini
Cruise & Stay in Greece
Ex Johannesburg from R20 990 Ex Johannesburg from R20 990
Ex Durban from R22 510 Ex Durban from R22 510
Ex Cape Town from R22 090 Ex Cape Town from R22 090
HIGHLIGHTS: HIGHLIGHTS:
• Athens • Mykonos • Kusadasi • Patmos • Athens • Istanbul • Mykonos • Patmos
• Rhodes • Crete • Santorini • Kusadasi • Rhodes • Crete • Santorini
INCLUDES: INCLUDES:
• Return flights on Olympic Airlines including • Return flights on Olympic Airlines including
approximate airport taxes and levies approximate airpot taxes
• 2 nights in Athens at a 3* hotel with • 1 night in Athens at a 3* hotel with
breakfast
breakfast
• 6 night Splendours of Greece & Turkey
• 3 night Jewels of the Aegean Louis Cruise
Louis Cruise with all meals and
with all meals and entertainment on board entertainment on board
(itinerary as per page 15) • 2 nights in Santorini at a 3* hotel with
• 2 nights in Santorini at a 3* hotel with breakfast daily
breakfast daily • Services of a Cruise Director on board
• Services of a Cruise Director on board Louis Cruises
Louis Cruises • Port taxes, fuel surcharges and cruise
• Port taxes, fuel surcharges and cruise staff gratuities
staff gratuities
Valid for Friday departures from Johannesburg. Valid for Wednesday departures from
Valid until 20 Jul ‘08. Johannesburg. Valid until 20 Jul ‘08.
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 Greece, Egypt & Turkey Combos
The oldest civilisations in existence are those of Egypt, Greece and Turkey. 
Egyptian civilisations emerged about 5 000 years ago.  Here we find some
of the first written words of civilization, ancient pyramids and giant columns
supporting massive temples.  We find the first paved roads, the first wines
and beer and even the first peace treaties between organized governments.
We also find the world’s first scientists, doctors, architects and
mathematicians.  The Greeks emerged from the dark ages about 3 000
years ago and brought drama, art, sculpture, democracy and philosophy to
our world.
 Turkey has it’s own colourful history - it is said that Anthony and Cleopatra
honeymooned in Ephesus and that the Virgin Mary lived near Ephesus.  In
fact many of the first Christian teachings were to the people of Turkey. 
Thompsons Holidays invites you explore the history of more than one of
these great nations by booking one of our combination packages.  Discover
the ancient tombs of the Pharaohs on a Nile cruise combined with the
beauty and history of the Greek isles, or explore the history of the Turkish
coast combined with a Greek Isle island hop, or experience the history of
all of these amazing places in one trip.

Cruise Glorious Cruise Highlights of Greece & Turkey Through the Ages Tour
10 Nights Greece & Nile Cruise 14 Nights of the Best of Both 16 Nights Egypt, Turkey & Greece
Greece, Egypt & Turkey Combos

Ex Johannesburg from R18 290
Ex Durban from R19 480
Ex Cape Town from R19 900
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Athens • Mykonos • Rhodes • Patmos
• Kusadasi • Cairo • Aswan • Kom Ombo
• Edfu • Luxor
INCLUDES:
• All flights on Egypt Air including approxi-
mate airport taxes and levies
• All transfers
• 2 nights in Athens at a 3* hotel (B)
• 3 night Aegean Discover Louis Cruise
visiting Mykonos, Rhodes, Patmos and
Kusadasi, including all meals and
entertainment on board
• Services of a Cruise Director on board
Louis Cruises
• Port taxes, fuel surcharges and gratuities on
your Louis Cruise
• 2 nights in Cairo at a 4* hotel (B)
• 3 night 4* Nile Cruise between Aswan and
Luxor, including all meals, entertainment on
board and sightseeing.
Valid for Tuesday departures from
Johannesburg. Valid until 30 Sep ‘08.
B = Breakfast. BD = Breakfast and dinner
EXCLUDES: Drinks and meals not specified. Tips for cruise staff on the Nile Cruise. Travel Insurance. Shore excursions on your Louis Cruise. All items of a personal nature.
Ex Johannesburg from R28 140
Ex Durban from R29 320
Ex Cape Town from R29 730
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Istanbul • Canakkale • Troy • Kusadasi
• Ephesus • Pamukkale • Rhodes • Santorini
• Mykonos • Athens
INCLUDES:
• All flights on Olympic Airlines including
approximate airport taxes and levies
• All transfers
• 7 night Western Shore Escorted Tour of
Turkey including: 3 nights in Istanbul at a
4* hotel with sightseeing (B), 1 night in
Canakkale at a 4* hotel with sightseeing
(BD), 2 nights in Kusadasi at a 4* hotel with
sightseeing (BD), 1 night in Pamukkale at a
4* hotel with sightseeing (BD)
• Highspeed ferry transfer to Rhodes
• 2 nights in Rhodes at a 3* hotel (B)
• Skyplane transfer to Santorini
• 2 nights in Santorini at a 3* hotel (B)
• Highspeed ferry transfer from Marmaris
to Mykonos
• 2 nights in Mykonos at a 3* hotel (B)
• 1 night in Athens at a 3* hotel (B)
Valid for Wednesday departures from
Johannesburg. Valid until 20 Jul ‘08.
Ex Johannesburg from R24 690
Ex Durban from R25 870
Ex Cape Town from R26 280
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Cairo • Aswan • Kom Ombo • Edfu • Luxor
• Istanbul • Mykonos • Patmos • Kusadasi
• Rhodes • Crete • Santorini • Athens
• Olympia • Delphi • Kalambaka
INCLUDES:
• All flights on Egypt Air including approximate
airport taxes and levies
• All transfers
• 2 nights in Cairo at a 4* hotel (B)
• 3 night 4* Nile Cruise between Aswan and
Luxor, including all meals, entertainment
on board and sightseeing
• 6 night Splendours of Greece & Turkey Louis
Cruise, visiting Istanbul, Mykonos, Patmos,
Kusadasi, Rhodes, Crete and Santorini
(embark in Istanbul and disembark in
Athens), including all meals and
entertainment on board
• Services of a Cruise Director on board
Louis Cruises
• Port taxes, fuel surcharges and gratuities
on your Louis Cruise
• 1 night in Athens at a 3* hotel (B)
• 3 night Classical Greece coach tour including
overnights in Olympia, Delphi and Kalambaka
in 3* hotels with sightseeing (BD)
• 1 night in Athens at a 3* hotel (B)
Valid for Sunday departures from
Johannesburg. Valid until 31 Jul ‘08.

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Louis Cruise Lines
4-Night Cruise Packages on Aquamarine or Perla
PACKAGES INCLUDES: Transfers throughout, 1 night at theand
Titania Hotel on
3, 4 or 7 Night Cruise Packages
7-Night Cruise Packages on Cristal
PACKAGES INCLUDE:
PACKAGES INCLUDES: Transfers throughout, 2 nights at the Titania Hotel on
You are invited on a quest of discovery for the natural cultural
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Their Greek and European officers and European and International
Low Season: 03 March - 28 April / 03 & 10 Nov 2008 R5 184 pps Low Season:
surcharges and11 - 25 April
gratuities 2008
while on board the ship. R8 682 pps
crew, with their gracious hospitality and nautical
High Season: 05 May - 27 October 2008 R5 900 pps High Season: 02 May - 24 October 2008 R9 934 pps
tradition will offer you an unforgettable experience. 3 Night Package on board Aquamarine or Perla
Low Season: 07 March - 25 April, 07 & 14 Nov 2008 R5 084 pps

Jewels of the Aegean Splendours of Greece & Turkey

High Season: 02 May - 31 October 2008
4 Night Package on board Aquamarine or Perla
R5 621 pps

Low Season: 03 March - 28 April / 03 & 10 Nov 2008 R5 184 pps

High Season: 05 May - 27 October 2008 R5 900 pps
7 Night Package on board Cristal
Low Season: 11 - 25 April 2008 R8 682 pps
High Season: 02 May - 24 October 2008 R9 934 pps

Aegean Discovery

Day Port Arr. Dep.

Monday Piraeus (Athens), Greece 11:00
Mykonos, Greece • 18:00 23:00 Day Port Arr. Dep.
KUSADASI
PIRAEUS
Tuesday Kusadasi (Ephessos), Turkey * 7:00 12:00 Friday Piraeus (Athens), Greece 17:00
PATMOS
Patmos, Greece • * 16:00 21:00 Santorini Saturday Istanbul, Turkey 15:00
Wednesday Rhodes, Greece 7:00 18:00 Sunday Istanbul, TurkeyMYKONOS 18:00
Thursday Heraklion (Crete), Greece 7:00 11:30 Monday Mykonos, Greece • 15:00 RHODES
24:00
Mykonos

Aegean
Tuesday Patmos, Greece • 7:00 10:30

Louis Cruise
Santorini, Greece • 16:30 21:00
Friday Piraeus (Athens), Greece 7:00 Kusadasi (Ephessos), Turkey 14:30 20:30
Istanbul
Day
WednesdayPortRhodes, Greece Arr. 18:00
7:00 Dep.
• Disembarkation by tender boats, weather permitting
* Perla’s 4-Day cruise itinerary will first call at Patmos in the morning Friday
Thursday Piraeus
Heraklion (Athens), Greece
(Crete), Greece 7:00 11:00
12:00
(6:30-11:00) and then Kusadasi in the afternoon (15:00-20:00) Mykonos,
Santorini, Greece
Greece •• 18:00
17:00 22:00

Cruising
21:00
Saturday
Friday Rhodes,
Piraeus Greece
(Athens), Greece 6:00 9:30 19:30
Departure dates 2008 Sunday Patmos,
• Disembarkation Greece
by tender • weather permitting
boats, 6:30 10:00
March 10, 17, 24, 31 August 4, 11, 18, 25

Lines
Rhodes Kusadasi (Ephessos), Turkey 14:00 18:30
Departure dates 2008
April 7, 14, 21, 28 September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Monday Piraeus (Athens), Greece 7:00
April 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
May 5, 12, 19, 26 October 6, 13, 20, 27 • Disembarkation by tender boats, weather permitting
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 September 5, 12, 19, 26 Rhodes
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 November 3, 10 Departure dates
June 6, 13, 20,2008
27 October 3, 10, 17, 24
July 7, 14, 21, 28 March Heraklion
July 7, 4, 14,
11, 21,
18, 28
25 June 6, 13, 20, 27 September 5, 12, 19, 26
* Perla only sails from 19 May to 20 October 2008 April 4, 11, 18, 25 July 4, 11, 18, 25 October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
728 nautical miles on board the AQUAMARINE & PERLA* May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November 7, 14
CRISTAL
1.288 nautical miles on board the

619 nautical miles onboard the AQUAMARINE

Mediterranean Legends
Day Port Arr. Dep.
Friday Piraeus (Athens), Greece 11:00
Saturday Istanbul, Turkey 10:00 18:00
Sunday Kusadasi (Ephessos), Turkey 14:00 20:00
Monday Rhodes, Greece 7:00 12:30
Tuesday Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt 8:30 Istanbul
Wednesday Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt 13:00
Thursday Santorini, Greece • 13:00 20:00
Friday Piraeus (Athens), Greece 6:00
• Disembarkation by tender boats, weather permitting

Departure dates 2008

October 31 November 7, 14, 21

Ephessos

Santorini Athens Cairo

1.669 nautical miles on board the CRISTAL
Note: Rotation of the ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports, with or without prior notice.
On certain departures, itineraries may be operated by other ships of the LCL fleet, of equal standard.
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CAPITAL CITY: Cairo
LANGUAGE: Arabic & English
CURRENCY: Egyptian Pound
Egypt
VISA: SA passport holders require a visa
which is free of charge. All other passport
holders to check with local authorities
TIME DIFFERENCE:
GMT + 2 (Same as SA time) Oct-Apr
GMT + 3 (SA time + 1hr) May-Sep
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: No inoculations
are required. Anti-malaria precautions
recommended if travelling to the Red Sea.
WHAT THINGS COST
These prices are an average price and may
vary according to hotels & seasons.
(Prices are based on a 4-star hotel)
Imported Wine (Bottle) US$ 20
Mineral Water US$ 3
Beer US$ 4
Soft Drinks US$ 2
Toasted Sandwich US$ 12
Dinner US$ 30
Coffee/Tea US$ 3
BEST TIME TO TRAVEL
Egypt has only 2 seasons; a mild winter
from November to April and a hot summer
from May to October. Egypt is a year round
destination and none of the attractions in
this amazing country are seasonal. It does
get extremely hot in summer and guests are
advised to try and take a Nile Cruise outside
of the peak summer months of July, August
and September. The Valley of the Kings and
the temples can be quite unbearable at this
time of the year.
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The Sphinx of Giza
Put your bargaining skills to the test at Khan El
Khalili Bazaar, the oldest market in Cairo.
We recommend that you spend at least 2 days in
Cairo. Then hop onto an overnight sleeper train
and travel to Aswan or Luxor and meet up with
your Nile Cruise. Your cruise ship will float you
down the River Nile on a trip back in time into a
land where the Pharaohs reigned supreme. See
such sites as Temple of Karnak and the tombs in
the Valley of the Kings and Queens. Marvel at the
sophistication and beauty that was Ancient Egypt.
Cruise for 3 or 4 nights then head to the coast and
the Red Sea. The Red Sea is one the world’s top 7
dive spots and Sharm el Sheikh is at the very heart
of this on the Sinai Peninsula. Snorkel right off the
beach of your hotel or take a Livaboard dive safari
for a few nights.
Come to Egypt and experience the history, the
culture, the beauty and the majesty.
Egypt is probably the world's oldest
civilisation having emerged from the
Nile Valley around 3,100 BC.
But Egypt is much more than ancient Pyramids,
monuments and temples. It is also Red Sea scuba
diving, hot nightspots, luxury hotels and five star
restaurants.
It is romantic cruises down the Nile on festive
riverboats and it is a cultural experience like none
you have ever experienced. Egypt is a land bustling
with life, sound, visual beauty and excitement.
Cairo is an amazing city full of energy and
movement 24hrs a day. The noise and chaos of
the traffic will fascinate you and the beauty of the
Nile will captivate you.
The food is delicious, the sheisha aromatic and the
atmosphere electric. Soak up some culture at the
Egyptian Museum, the Pyramids & Sphinx at Giza
and the Pyramids at Memphis & Sakkara.
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Egyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum has the largest
collection of Egyptian antiquities anywhere
in the world. It features artefacts from the
Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods, including
the celebrated mummies of ancient Egypt’s
Kings and Tutankhamun’s treasures. This tour
can be combined with either the Pyramids &
Sphinx or the Citadel & Mosque tours to make
a full day tour.
Duration:  4 hours - from US$28 pp
 
Old Cairo & Synagogue
Visit the old churches, Coptic monasteries and
the famous bazaar of Khan El Khalili, dating back
to the late 14th century. You will also visit the
Ben Ezra Synagogue, which is in the centre of
Cairo. The first Jewish synagogue was destroyed
when the Romans occupied Egypt and was later
rebuilt by Abraham Ben Ezra, the Chief Rabbi
of Jerusalem. It contains a number of artefacts,
including a Torah on gazelle skin dating from the
5th century BC and the manuscript known as
the “Atlas of Moses”.
Duration:  4 hours - from US$25 pp
Pyramids & Sphinx
Visit the pyramids of Cheops, Chephran and
Mycerinus, which the Greeks viewed as one of
the Seven Wonders of the World. A single
pyramid is built from 2 300 000 blocks, each
weighing an average of two and a half tons.
In the face of such immensity, one cannot help
but feel the wonder and awe that so many
writers and artists have sought to convey over
the centuries.  The Cheops Pyramid is especially
interesting, since its interior burial chambers
are open for inspection by the public. Not far
from the Pyramids is the Great Sphinx of Giza,
which dates from the time of Chephren (2620
BC). Carved from natural, yellowish limestone
and standing 65 feet high and 187 feet long,
this unforgettable statue combines the head of
a Pharaoh with a lion’s body. This tour can be
combined with the Egyptian Museum or the
Memphis & Sakkara tour to make a full day tour.
Duration: 3 hours - from US$29 pp
 
Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids
Guests enjoy a fabulous sound and light show
at the foot of the Pyramids in Giza. The show is
held every evening.
Duration:  45 minutes (excl return transfer time) with a professional Oriental band and singer.
from US$35 pp
Pharaonic Village
A unique experience that will take you back a
few thousand years, to enjoy the magic of the
Pharaohs while cruising the River Nile.
Duration:  4 hours - from US$28 pp
Citadel, Mosque & Bazaar
Situated on a spur of the Muqattam Hills, the
Citadel dominates Cairo’s skyline and was the
nerve centre of the city and Egypt for almost
700 years. Its construction was initiated in 1176
by Saladin and completed by Muhammad Ali.
Mameluke Sultans and Turkish Governors later
on made it their residence, building Palaces and
Mosques within the Citadel walls. Facing the
Citadel is the Mosque of Sultan Hassan, built
between 1356 and 1363 and perhaps the most
majestic monument of Arabic architecture
in Egypt. The tour also includes a visit to the
famous bazaar of Khan El Khalili, which dates
back to the late 14th century. This tour can be
combined with the Egyptian Museum tour to
make a full day tour.
Duration:  4 hours - from US$33 pp
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Memphis & Sakkara
Visit Memphis, which served as the capital of
Upper and Lower Egypt some 5000 years ago,
during the 1st Dynasty. Menes, the first Pharaoh
of this dynasty, built a great white-walled palace
and the Temple of Ptah here. One of the most
exciting historical and archaeological areas in
all of Egypt is Sakkara, situated about 12 miles
South West of Cairo. The famous step pyramid
of King Zoser dominates the site. It was the first
pyramid to be built in ancient Egypt, preceding
those at Giza by many centuries, and is the work
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of the famous pharaonic architect, Imhotep.
This tour can be combined with a Pyramids &
Sphinx tour to make a full day tour.
Duration: 4 hours - from US$38 pp
Alexandria Day Tour
Depart Cairo for the 3 hour trip to Alexandria. 
Your first stop is the Alexandria Museum, where
you can see artefacts that have been salvaged
from the Underwater City of Cleopatra as well
as items dating from the Egyptian through to the
Greco Roman periods.  Next visit the
catacombs and explore the underground
tunnels.  Close to the Catacombs is the Temple
of Pompeii.  Have a short stop here before
having lunch at one of the hotels en route. After
lunch, visit the famous Alexandria Library, one of
the biggest libraries in the world and where the
scrolls from Ancient Egypt were stored before
a fire destroyed many of them.  Make your way
back to Cairo in the late afternoon.
Duration: 12 hours - from US$97 pp
Nile Cruise Dinner
You are transferred to the Nile Bank to board
your cruise along the River Nile. Taking place in
the evening, together with live music and a
buffet dinner, you are ensured of a memorable
evening. After dinner, a belly dancer performs
Duration:  2 hours - from US$48 pp
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 Cairo
HHHH Swiss Inn Nile
LOCATION: Located near the Pharaonic Village and en route to the
Pyramids this hotel offers easy access to the centre of Cairo.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: 81 standard rooms have air-
conditioning, satellite TV, DD telephone, safe, bathtub & shower, hair
dryer, mini bar and WiFi access. The Main Restaurant serves buffet
breakfast and dinner, as well as a la carte dishes and the Rooftop Terrace
Restaurant & Bar offers Oriental grills, drinks and hubbly-bubbly. The
hotel has a Business Centre and offers 24-hour room service.
2 nights including return transfers from US$46 pp sharing

HHHH Shepheard Hotel

LOCATION: Located in downtown Cairo, close to the Egyptian Museum
and the Opera House and overlooking the River Nile.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: All 298 guest rooms have air-
conditioning, satellite TV and mini bar. The hotel offers a choice of 6
restaurants and bars including an Asian restaurant, a Middle Eastern
restaurant, 24-hour buffet restaurant as well as a bar, coffee shop and
disco. Room service is 24-hours. The hotel offers a beauty salon,
laundry service and the convenience of lobby shops.
2 nights including return transfers from US$85 pp sharing

HHHHH Ramses Hilton

LOCATION: Located on the east bank of the Nile and is within walking
distance of the Egyptian Museum and city shopping areas.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: All 859 guest rooms offer
balconies, air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, mini bar, satellite TV,
24-hour room service and in-room safe. Facilities include 7 restaurants,
a coffee shop, cocktail lounge, fitness centre, beauty salon, currency
Cairo

exchange and outdoor swimming pool. On a clear day you can see all the
way to the Pyramids.
2 nights including return transfers from US$78 pp sharing

HHHHH Le Meridien Pyramids

LOCATION: Located in Giza, across from the Pyramids.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: All rooms have private balconies,
air-conditioning, Wi-Fi Internet access, satellite TV, hair dryer, mini bar
and in-room safe. The hotel has a variety of international restaurants to
choose from, and a swimming pool. There is also a children’s pool and
two floodlit tennis courts. Other facilities include 24-hour room service, a
shopping arcade, beauty salon and 24-hour currency exchange.
2 nights including return transfers from US$63 pp sharing

HHHHH Nile Hilton

LOCATION: Located in central Cairo on the banks of the Nile, within
walking distance of the Egyptian Museum.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Each room has Wi-Fi Internet
access, marble bathrooms with 3 jet body shower, air-conditioning,
balcony, cable TV, mini bar and in-room safe. There are 10 restaurants,
bars and coffee shops. Hotel facilities include babysitting, Business
Centre, beauty salon, currency exchange, ATM, fitness centre, swimming
pool, tennis & squash courts.
2 nights including return transfers from US$81 pp sharing

HHHHH Conrad Cairo

LOCATION: Located in downtown Cairo, on the banks of the Nile.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The hotel has 617 guest rooms all
with private balconies and views of the river, satellite TV, direct dial
telephones, in-room safe, bathrobes, pillow-menu, hair dryer, Wi-Fi
Internet access, mini bar and marble bathrooms with separate bath and
shower. The hotel features four elegant restaurants, a bar and Lobby
lounge as well as Casino. The Health Club has a gym, sauna, steam room
and massage treatments. There are two outdoor swimming pools and a
Business Centre. 2 nights including return transfers from US$115 pp sharing

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 Nile Cruises
HHHH Presidential Nile Cruise
CABIN FACILITIES: Each cabin is equipped with en-suite facilities, air-
conditioning, satellite TV, radio, mini bar and 24-hour room service.
SHIP FACILITIES: The ship features a Piano Bar/Lounge, sun deck,
swimming pool, restaurant, bazaar, jewellery shop. An exciting
entertainment programme is featured every night and guests have the
opportunity to dress up and have some fun at the Captain’s Dinner.
PROGRAMMES:
Luxor – Aswan 3 nights on Sat & Wed
4 nights on Sat, Mon, Tues & Wed
Aswan – Luxor 3 nights on Fri, Sat & Wed
4 nights on Tues & Fri
Luxor – Luxor 6 nights on Sat, Mon & Tues
Ex Johannesburg From R9 900 pp
Ex Durban From R11 400 pp
Ex Cape Town From R11 970 pp
HHHHH Sonesta Sun Goddess
CABIN FACILITIES: The Sun Goddess has a total of 62 cabins and
suites. All cabins feature panoramic windows, direct-dial telephone,
hairdryer, safe, mini bar, music system, individual climate control, TV and
movie programme and bathroom with full-size bathtub.
SHIP FACILITIES: The main restaurant serves buffet breakfast and
lunch and á la carte dinner. The lounge serves a range of cocktails and
light meals for lunch and dinner. Guests can also enjoy drinks and
cocktails at the Sundeck Bar. Entertainment on board includes
Discotheque, Belly Dance Show, Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Party,
fancy Galabya Party and Nubian Folkloric Show. Facilities on the ship
include fitness and recreation areas, outdoor swimming pool, billiards
and table tennis and massage room.
PROGRAMMES:
Luxor – Aswan 3 nights on Sat
Aswan – Luxor 4 nights on Tues
Ex Johannesburg From R10 810 pp
Ex Durban From R12 310 pp
Ex Cape Town From R12 840 pp
PACKAGES INCLUDE:
Return international & domestic Egypt flights, all transfers, 3 night Nile Cruise with all meals and sightseeing, taxes, fees and levies.
Valid until 27 Sep ‘08
Rate is per person per night. Prices correct at time of going to print.
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HHHHH Ti-Yi Nile Cruise
CABIN FACILITIES: M/S Ti-Yi has 59 cabins. Rooms are fully equipped
with all modern amenities including en-suite facilities, mini bar, satellite TV,
hair dryer and 24-hour room service.
SHIP FACILITIES: An open air jogging track and fully equipped gym caters
to the fitness fanatics. The Ti-Yi also has a pool, massage room, cyber café
and reading lounge. There are 3 dining facilities and bars on board Ti-Yi. The
elegant cuisine provides a perfect collection of delicious meals that takes
you on a tour throughout the different cultures of the world.
PROGRAMMES:
Luxor – Aswan 4 nights on Mon
Aswan – Luxor 3 nights on Fri
Ex Johannesburg From R10 580 pp
Ex Durban From R12 100 pp
Ex Cape Town From R12 650 pp
Nile Cruises
HHHHH DELUXE Sonesta Star Goddess
CABIN FACILITIES: An all-suite cruise ship, the Sonesta Star Goddess
features 33 suites. Each suite has a private terrace, plasma TV, satellite
channels and in-house movie programmes, Wi-Fi Internet access,
panoramic windows, direct-line telephone, individual climate control,
hair dryer, mini bar, complimentary local wine, safe, bathrooms equipped
with full-size bathtub and in-room dining available until midnight.
SHIP FACILITIES: The main dining room serves buffet breakfast and
lunch and a la carte dinners. Guests can enjoy cocktails and barbeque
specialities on the sundeck or have a light lunch or dinner in the lounge.
The ship also offers a swimming pool on the sundeck as well as a spa
& fitness center, with gym, massage services, sauna and steam bath.
Nightly entertainment is provided.
PROGRAMMES:
Luxor – Aswan 4 nights on Monday
Aswan – Luxor 3 nights on Friday
Ex Johannesburg From R12 400 pp
Ex Durban From R13 900 pp
Ex Cape Town From R14 430 pp
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 Sharm El Sheikh Hotels & Excursions
Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm is the jewel of the Sinai, with history
dating back thousands of years and is one of
Egypt’s top holiday destinations. Dreams of
crystal clear water, magnificent corals, exotic
under water flora and rare tropical fish all
come true when you visit Sharm El Sheikh on
Sharm El Sheikh
the Southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. Sharm
El Sheikh, the Red Sea resort for scuba diving,
snorkelling and family fun. Sharm is a resort
of high quality hotels, world class restaurants,
water sports and golf courses. Sharm El Sheikh
is listed as one of the top 7 dive spots in the
world.
SIGHTSEEING
Glass Bottom Boat
Ideal for the non-diver, this cruise takes you
to some of the reefs off the coast of Sharm.
Duration: 1 hour & 30 minutes
from US$19 pp
St Katherine’s Monastery
Visit the Monastery of St Catherine (a
preserved Byzantine church built in
542AD), the Moses Well and the village of
St Catherine, located 3 hours from Sharm.
Enjoy lunch at one of the hotels in the
region.
Duration: 10 hours
from US$58 pp
Coloured Canyon
The walls of the canyon are easily the most
colourful and intriguing rock formations in
all of Sinai, and have been created by water
erosion. In some places the deep coloration
of rocks gives the canyon walls a prismatic
and metallic sheen, in others, the stone is
so smooth that it appears soft and pillowy.
Duration: 5 hours
from US$83 pp
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Diving in Sharm El Sheikh
Packages include: (Prices are per person sharing).
Return international & domestic Egypt flights, all transfers, 3 nights accommodation, meals as
specified taxes, fees and levies.
Ex JNB from R8 910
Ex DUR from R10 410
Ex CPT from R10 670
All inclusive
Ex JNB from R9 010
Ex DUR from R10 510
Ex CPT from R11 040
Bed and Breakfast
Ex JNB from R10 280
Ex DUR from R11 780
Ex CPT from R12 310
Bed and Breakfast
Sierra Sharm El Sheikh
★HHHH
The Sierra Sharm El Sheikh is an all-inclusive resort located close to
Na’ama Bay.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: All 300 guest rooms have a
view with a balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, satellite TV,
in-room safe, direct dial telephone, marble bathroom, hair dryer
and high speed internet. The restaurants offer something to suit all
tastes. Dine Around options are available to guests. The hotel has
a wide range of diving and water sports, a gym, tennis courts and
a Kid’s Club that welcomes kids 4-12yrs. Kids also have their own
swimming pool. The Sierra’s Wellness Centre & Spa has several
massage rooms, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi and rooftop rest area.
★HHHH Marriott Sharm El Sheikh Beach
LOCATION: Located on its own private beach, only 10-mins walk
to Na’ama Bay.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: All rooms are equipped with
air-conditioning, in-room safe, satellite TV, mini bar and hair dryer.
Complimentary coffee and newspapers are offered in the lobby or
can be delivered to your room. The hotel has a choice of 9
restaurants and bars serving a variety of cuisine, from beach
barbeque and light snacks to sushi and pastries. Activities at the hotel
include scuba diving, snorkelling, tennis, horse back riding, water
skiing and swimming. There is a fitness centre on the premises and
the onsite dive centre offers water sports and diving courses for all
levels.
★HHHH Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh
Deluxe
LOCATION: The hotel is adjacent to Na’ama Bay.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Rooms have a spectacular view
of the Red Sea and are equipped with high speed internet access,
marble bathrooms with walk-in shower, mini bar, hair dryer,
telephone, ceiling fan, in-room safe, air-conditioning and morning
newspaper delivery. There are 5 restaurants and bars. The most
popular is the “Souk Restaurant”, with food “stalls” where guests can
bargain for their meals. Guests can enjoy a massage in the beach
tent at the Club Olympus spa. The Oasis Kid’s Club provides
entertainment and activities for the little ones, while you indulge in
water sports or just relax beside the pool.
 Sharm El Sheik - Livaboards
King Snefro Livaboards Ex Johannesburg
Ex Durban
from R10 550
from R12 050
3 Day Ras Mohamed & Tiran Ex Cape Town from R12 580
HIGHLIGHTS: Packages include: (Prices are per person sharing).
Day 1 diving at Jackfish Alley and the Alternatives Return international & domestic Egypt flights, all transfers,
Day 2 diving at Jackson Reef, North or South Laguona and drift diving at 3 day Livaboard excursion, all meals, soft drinks, teas/
Woodhouse Reef coffees, 4 dives per day, use of oxygen & weight belts, 1 night
Day 3 diving at Thomas Reef, Gordon Reef and a choice of diving on either Ras at Sierra Sharm on all inclusive basis, taxes, fees and levies.
Nasrani, Ras Ghamila or Ras Um Sid.
Night dives on day 1 and 2 EXCLUSIONS: All livaboard excursions exclude alcoholic
drinks, dive equipment and medical insurance.
Valid until 31 Jul ‘08

4 Day Ras Mohamed, Thistlegorm & Tiran

HIGHLIGHTS:
Day 1 diving at Jackfish Alley and the Alternatives
Day 2 diving on the Thistlegorm wreck and Small Passage
Day 3 diving on the Dunraven wreck, Shark & Yolanda Reef and Gordon Reef
Day 4 diving on Jackson Reef, drift dive on either Thomas Reef or Woodhouse
Reef and then a choice of diving on either Ras Nasrani, Ras Ghamila or Ras
Um Sid. Night dives on day 1, 2 and 3

7 Day Northern Route Classic
HIGHLIGHTS:

Diving in Sharm El Sheikh

Day 1 planning of your dive safari with your livaboard captain
Day 2 – 7 diving the area from the Strait of Tiran, Ras Mohamed National
Park to the Gulf of Suez and back to Sharm El Sheikh as per your
planned itinerary

Diving Excursions

Dunraven Excursion
Min 8 people
Dunraven, a Victorian steam and
sail-ship that was carrying spices,
gold and timber from India. She hit
the reef after an allegedly drunken
dispute involving the Captain, his
wife and the First mate, and sunk
soon after near the Gulf of Suez.
The Dunraven makes an
interesting dive and is home to
schools of glassfish, and some of
the biggest Napoleon Wrasse you
will ever see.
Includes 3 dives
Duration: 9 hours from US$46 pp
Diving and Snorkelling Equipment can be hired - contact Thompsons for rates.
House Reef Dive Excursion
This is a full day excursion which
includes 3 dives on the house
reefs surrounding Sharm El Sheikh.
Possible areas for your dives could
include Ras Mohamed at the tip of
the Sinai Peninsula and the Straits
of Tiran, the site of 4 coral reefs,
Jackson, Woodhouse, Gordon and
Thomas. The currents around
these reefs are the cause for an
extraordinary variety of corals and
big fish, including sharks.
Includes 3 dives unguided with
dive buddy
Duration: 9 hours from US$73 pp
Dahab Excursion
Min 6 people
A day-trip from Sharm offers an
easy way to dive at Dahab’s most
famous sites, the Canyon and
the Blue Hole. These are both
shore dives with very unusual
topography. They are also home
to fish that are rarely seen
around Sharm, like the Red Sea
Walkman. Lunch is included in
Dahab and there may even be
time for shopping before return
to Sharm
Includes 2 dives
Duration: 11 hours from US$91 pp
Thistlegorm Excursion
Min 8 people
The world famous wreck SS
Thistlegorm was sunk in 1941.
Armoured Bren-Gun Carriers, BSA
Motorcycles, jeeps, trucks, rolling
stock, aeroplane parts, stacks of
rifles, radio equipment, munitions
and a plentiful supply of Wellington
boots can all be seen during your
dive. The Thistlegorm is heaven
for wreck enthusiasts, but is also
one of the most underrated fish
dives in the area. After breakfast
on board, you will make two dives
on the wreck and have lunch on
board.
Includes 2 dives, breakfast, lunch
and soft drinks
Duration: 12 hours from US$145 pp

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 Turkey

St Sophia Mosque in Istanbul

i
CAPITAL CITY: Ankara
LANGUAGE: Turkish
CURRENCY: Turkish Lira
Turkey

VISA: SA passport holders require a visa.

All other passport holders to check with
local authorities
TIME DIFFERENCE:
GMT + 2 (Same as SA time) Nov-Mar
GMT + 3 (SA time + 1hr) Apr-Oct
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:
No inoculations are required.
WHAT THINGS COST
These prices are an average price and may
vary according to hotels & seasons.
(Prices are based on a 4-star hotel).
Bottle of Wine US$
Beer US$
Bottle of Water US$
Coffee / Tea US$
Cold Drinks US$
Toasted Sandwich US$
Dinner at Hotel US$
Turkey is a rapidly modernising country The Turkish landmass has been the stage upon
which countless empires and kingdoms have
with one foot in Europe and one in the flourished and declined, and its history lingers in
Middle East. famous ruins from Troy to Ephesus.
Straddling the Bosphorus, its skyline studded with
Turkey is a combination of oriental splendour,
domes and minarets, Istanbul is one of the truly
mystery, intrigue, whirling dervishes and a
great romantic cities.
destination where history lays side-by-side with a
quick paced present.
Known in Ancient Times as Constantinople, today
Istanbul hums as Turkey’s cultural heart and good-
The Turkish people have an unrivalled
time capital. In this sprawling, continent-spanning
reputation for hospitality, the cuisine is to die for,
city you can tramp the streets where crusaders
the coastline is a dream, and many Turkish cities
once marched, admire mosques that are the most
are dotted with spectacular mosques and castles.
sublime architectural expressions of Islamic piety,
Turkey still remains one of the Mediterranean’s
peer into the sultan’s harem, and hunt for bargains
35 bargain-basement destinations.
in the Kapalı Çarı (Grand Bazaar).
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BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

Turkey has a typical Mediterranean
climate with mild winters and hotel summers.
Winters tend to be rainy all over the country
and very cold in the central regions.
Turkey is a year-round destination and the
very best time to visit would be between
April and October. Although prices tend to
drop between November and March.
Turkish market

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Istanbul
Map Key
Asur Hotel
Erboy Hotel
Barcelo Saray
Green Park Taksim
Eresin Crown
Marmara

Map of Istanbul

sightseeing ★HH Asur Hotel

Location: The Asur Hotel is located within walking distance of
the historical heritages of Istanbul.
Walking Tour in the Old Town -
Accommodation & Facilities: The hotel has 90 rooms all
Full Day equipped with wireless internet access, air-conditioning, mini bar and
Start from the Old Roman Hippodrome colour satellite TV. The Terrace Restaurant serves both Turkish and
for the discovery of the old town International cuisine. *from US$22 to US$30 pp B&B
walking by Blue Mosque ,St Sophia and
HHH Erboy Hotel

Istanbul
SogukCesme Sok where the most
beautiful Ottoman Houses are Location: In the historical centre of Istanbul within walking
concentrated. Take a break in a tiles work distance of major monuments, museums and shopping centres.
shop to experience the making of the Accommodation & Facilities: It has a total of 85 rooms, all
world famous Iznik tiles. Continue to the with bathrooms, hair dryer, room service and TV. The hotel has a
Orient express last station and have lunch panoramic terrace restaurant, an indoor restaurant and Blues Bar.
overlooking Golden Horn. *from US$27 to US$42 pp B&B
In the afternoon walk through the spice ★HHH Barcelo Saray
market and stop by a caravan inn where Location: In Istanbul’s historic area within walking distance of the
you will see old Turkish rugs . main attractions.
from US$69 pp Accommodation & Facilities: All 96 rooms have air-
conditioning, satellite TV, mini bar, Wi-Fi and safe. The hotel offers
handicapped facilities. There is a Turkish restaurant and Piano Bar.
*from US$64 pp B&B
Classical Istanbul - Full Day ★HHH Green Park Taksim
A guided tour exploring the ancient city
Location: In the heart of the Taksim Square area.
includes Topkapi Palace, main
residence of Ottoman Sultans, the Sophia Accommodation & Facilities: The hotel has 179 rooms,
Basilica, ancient seat of the Byzantine 2 restaurants and 1 bar. The Nostalgia restaurant overlooks Taksim
Church, the Blue Mosque, the Roman Square. Guests can relax in the fitness centre, which comprises a
swimming pool, steam bath, Jacuzzi and a Turkish Bath (hammam).
Hippodrome once used for Chariot races
*from US$74 pp B&B
and finally the Grand Bazaar.
from US$69 pp (excl. lunch) HHHHH Eresin Crown
from US$75 pp (incl. lunch) Location: 5-mins from Tokapi Palace, St Sophia and Blue Mosque.
Accommodation & Facilities: Rooms have jacuzzi bath tubs,
air-conditioning, mini bar, hair dryer, telephone, satellite TV. The
Terrace Restaurant offers exceptional views. The Boutique Museum
Bosphorous Cruise - Half Day displays historical pieces, uncovered when the hotel was built.
The tour starts with a short visit to the *from US$148 pp B&B
Spice Bazaar. Then cruise the Bosphorous HHHHH The Marmara
between the two continents. Disembark
Location: Located in the Taksim area.
at Sariyer, before you reach the Black Sea.
Transfer back to your hotel. Accommodation & Facilities: All rooms have panoramic
from US$43 pp views of The Bosphorus and feature Wi-Fi, bathrobes and slippers
and marble bathrooms. The hotel has an array of international dining
options. The spa offers a Turkish Bath and more,

* Supplement applies for Formula 1 week *from US$157 pp B&B

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 The Turkish Coast
Gullet Cruising from Marmaris & Bodrum
for 8 Days
The singular design of the gullet, Turkey’s indigenous sea-going vessel,
blends practicality and tradition in a relaxed style. Over the years
gullets have evolved from traditional fishing and cargo vessels into their
present profile of a broad beam and wide deck.  Constructed mainly in
the shipyards of Bodrum, Bozburun, Marmaris and Istanbul, these boats
are equipped with motors as well as fully functional rigging.
The number of passengers a gullet carries depends on the boat’s size,
although most of them accommodate between eight and twelve people.
These vessels have separate accommodation for passengers and are fully
inclusive. 

PACKAGES INCLUDE:
• Accommodation in a double en-suite cabin • All meals, welcome
cocktail • Fully qualified crew • Harbour & local taxes
Modern gullets are comfortably equipped with most home comforts and
provide a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for all passengers. 
Unlike cruises on large ocean liners, a gullet can explore the secluded
and often deserted bays and coves of the coastline. The small harbours
and settlements offer an intimate view of coastal life which large ships
simply cannot. In many ways a gullet is like a full-service hotel where
every room has a sea view and the scenery changes constantly.
Valid for set departures in May, Sep & Oct ‘08

Marmaris/Marmaris Bodrum/Bodrum
8 Day Gullet Cruise from US$547 pp 8 Day Gullet Cruise from US$547 pp
ITINERARY: ITINERARY:
Sat:    Afternoon embarkation in Marmaris marina and overnight on Sat:  Welcome drink and briefing about the yacht and the
board (D) programme. Overnight in the Bodrum Harbour or in a near
The Turkish Coast

Sun:   Sail from Marmaris to Ekincik and have lunch on board.  Visit bay (D)
ruins at Dalyan and Caunos by small boat. Overnight at Ekincik Sun:  Cruise to Çati, a lovely bay on the south coast of the gulf
(BLD) Overnight here in the region of “Seven Islands” (BLD)
Mon:  Sail towards Kizilkuyruk Village and have the afternoon free. Mon:  Sail to Küfre Bay.  Take a short walk through the Storax Forest. 
Overnight at Kizilkuyruk (BLD) Arrive at Löngöz for overnight (BLD)
Tues:  Breakfast at Manastir. Cruise scenic Fethiye Bay, the site of Tues:  Visit the Island of Cleopatra.  A beach is situated on the west
many scattered ruins.  Lunch at Tersane, an ancient boat yard.  of the island and it is said that the sand of this beach was
Overnight at Tersane (BLD) brought by Anthony for Cleopatra from the desert of North
Wed:  Breakfast at Tersane. Lunch in Fethiye near the rock tombs Africa. Anchor in the late afternoon in Karacasögüt, only
overlooking the port.  Overnight in a quiet bay near Fethiye 30km from Marmaris.  Option to take a taxi or bus to explore
(BLD) Marmaris  (BLD)
Thur:  Depart for Oludeniz, a beautiful small lake adjacent to the sea.  Wed: Arrive in Tuzla (Saline) bay. A small creek on the west side
Continue to Gemiler, a site of Byzantine ruins.  Overnight at of this bay is called Ingiliz Limani (English Harbor). This name
Gemiler Island (BLD) is derived from WWII, where English torpedo boats hid from
Fri:     Early departure to Gocek, an area of beautiful inlets and some the German battle ships. Overnight in one of the bays (BLD)
seaside ruins.  Lunch at Gocek.  Overnight at Bedirhan (BLD) Thur:  Cruise to the northern side of the Gulf to Akbük for lunch and
Sat:    Breakfast on the way back to Marmaris. Disembark at noon leisure. Continue to Cökertme Bay for overnight (BLD)
(B) Fri:  Cruise back to Bodrum. Swimming stops at Kisebükü and/or
Çiftlik.  Overnight in the Bodrum Harbour or in a bay nearby
(BLD)
B = Breakfast. L = Lunch. D = Dinner Sat:   Disembark in Bodrum after breakfast (B)

HHHH Anemon Hotel, Marmaris HHHH El Vino Hotel, Bodrum

Location: Situated in the city centre
of Marmaris, on the main boulevard,
100m from the beach.
Accommodation & Facilities:
All 91 rooms have balcony, telephone,
air-conditioning, satellite TV, mini bar,
hair dryer and Wi-Fi. Facilities include
2 restaurants, swimming pool with
children section, Turkish Bath, sauna,
gym, pool bar, snack bar, TV room,
hairdresser and children’s playground.
from US$59 pp Breakfast & dinner.
Location: In the town centre of
Bodrum, overlooking the Castle.
Accommodation & Facilities:
Rooms are modern and offer coffee
maker, hair dryer, satellite TV, direct dial
telephone, air-conditioning, mini bar,
safe, balcony. El Vino features an open
air Jacuzzi, swimming pool, poolside res-
taurant and lounge. Taste locally
produced organic wines and fresh
seafood.
from US$67 pp B&B

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Turkey Tours

Classical Turkey - 10 Day Tour from US$853 pp

Departures on selected Fridays. Valid from 25 Apr - 14 Nov ‘08.
Fri: Istanbul - arrive, transfer and overnight in Istanbul
Sat: Istanbul – visits to Topkapi Palace, St Sophia, Blue Mosque and grand
Bazaar. Overnight in Istanbul (B). Optional dinner with Turkish Show
Sun: Capadoccia – visits to the Anatolian Civilisations Museum, Mausoleum of
Ataturk and a scenic drive along the Salt Lake. Dinner and overnight in

Turkey Tours
Capadoccia (BD)
Mon: Capadoccia – full day excursion to Oztanik, Underground City, Open Air
Museum in Goreme and natural fortress in Uchisar. Dinner and overnight
in Capadoccia (BD). Optional early morning balloon safari
Tues: Pamukkale – visits to Saltanhan Caravanserai and Mausoleum of Mevlana.
Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale (BD)
Wed: Kusadasi – visit to Hierapolis with Necropolis graveyard and lime cascade.
Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi (BD)
Thurs: Kusadasi – visit to Ephesus and Virgin Mary’s House. Dinner and overnight
in Kusadasi (BD). Optional tour of Traditional Village of Sirince
Fri: Canakkale – visits to Bergama, Acropol and Troy. Dinner and overnight in
Canakkale (BD)
Sat: Istanbul – visits to Gallipoli, Anzac Cove, Nek, Conk Bair, Lone Pine and the
War memorial and museum. Overnight in Istanbul (B)
Sun: Istanbul – transfer to airport or to hotel for extension

Optional tours are not included in the rate.

Turkish Riviera - 9 Day Tour from US$1 020 pp

Departures on selected Fridays. Valid 09 May – 17 Oct ‘08
Fri - Tues: Same as per the itinerary above travelling from Istanbul through
Capadoccia to Pamukkale
Wed: Fethiye - Transfer to Fethiye and embark on the
gullet. Dinner and overnight on gullet in Fethiye (BD)
Thurs: Gullet Cruise - Visits to Byzantine ruins of Gemiler and swim or dive off
Gemiler Island. Dinner and overnight on gullet in Gemiler (BLD)
Fri: Gullet Cruise - Visit beautiful inlets and seaside ruins of Gocek.
Dinner and overnight on gullet in Bedirhan (BLD)
Sat: Gullet Cruise - Marmaris
Cruise back to Marmaris and disembark at 12pm (B)

Packages include:
Arrival and departure transfers • 4/5-star hotel accommodation • Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner),
Professional guides, Luggage handling, Local taxes, Museum entrance fees,

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 Turkey Packages
Gullet docked in a Turkish bay
Istanbul & Ephesus - 6 Days from R15 040 pp
Valid until 09 Sep ‘08
Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Istanbul
Turkey Packages
Day 2: Full day tour of Istanbul including Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque,
Hipodrome, St Sophia and Grand Bazaar. Overnight in
Istanbul (B)
Day 3: Spice Market and Bosphorous River Cruise. Overnight in
Istanbul (B). Optional belly dancing show in the evening
Day 4: Fly to Izmir. Full day tour of Ephesus and House of the Virgin
Mary. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi (B,D)
Day 5: Visit to Pergamum’s ancient acropolis and Roman Medical
Centre. Fly back to Istanbul transfer to hotel. Overnight in
Istanbul (B)
Day 6: Transfer to airport for flight to Johannesburg
INCLUDES: Return international flights, all transfers, guided sightseeing
in air-conditioned van, 5 nights accommodation at 3* & 4* hotels with
meals as indicated, local taxes, museum entrances, airport taxes, fees and
levies. Excludes flights between Istanbul and Izmir.
Istanbul & Marmaris - 6 Days from R13 680 pp
Valid until 31 May ‘08
Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Istanbul
Day 2: Full day tour of Istanbul including Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque,
Hipodrome, St Sophia and Grand Bazaar. Overnight in
Istanbul (B)
Day 3: Spice Market and Bosphorous River Cruise. Overnight in
Istanbul (B).
Day 4: Fly to Dalaman and transfer to Marmaris. Overnight in
Marmaris (BD)
Day 5: Relaxing in Marmaris. Overnight in Marmaris (BD)
Day 6: Fly to Istanbul and connect to flight to Johannesburg (B)
INCLUDES: Return international flights, all transfers, guided sightseeing
in air-conditioned van, 5 nights accommodation at 3* & 4* hotels with
meals as indicated, local taxes, museum entrances.
Excludes flights between Istanbul and Marmaris.
B = Breakfast. L = Lunch. D = Dinner
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Istanbul & Bodrum - 6 Days from R13 140 pp
Valid until 31 May ‘08
Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Istanbul
Day 2: Full day tour of Istanbul including Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque,
Hipodrome, St Sophia and Grand Bazaar. Overnight in
Istanbul (B)
Day 3: Spice Market and Bosphorous River Cruise. Overnight in
Istanbul (B).
Day 4: Fly to Bodrum and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Bodrum (B)
Day 5: Relaxing in Bodrum. Overnight in Bodrum (B)
Day 6: Fly to Istanbul and connect to flight to Johannesburg
INCLUDES: Return international flights, all transfers, guided sightseeing
in air-conditioned van, 5 nights accommodation at 3* & 4* hotels with
breakfast daily, local taxes, museum entrances, airport taxes, fees and
levies. Excludes flights between Istanbul and Bodrum.
Istanbul, Gullet & Marmaris - 13 Days from R18 110 pp
Valid until 31 May ‘08
Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Istanbul
Day 2: Full day tour of Istanbul including Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque,
Hipodrome, St Sophia and Grand Bazaar. Overnight in
Istanbul (B)
Day 3: Fly to Marmaris and embark on the gullet (BD)
Day 4-9: On board Gullet Cruise with itinerary as per page 24
(BLD)
Day 10: Disembark in Marmaris and transfer to hotel.
Overnight in Marmaris (BD)
Day 11-12: Marmaris (BD)
Day 13: Fly to Istanbul and connect to flight to Johannesburg (B)
INCLUDES: Return international flights, all transfers, guided sightsee-
ing in air-conditioned van, 2 nights in Istanbul at a 3* hotel, 7 nights on
Gullet Cruise, 3 nights in Marmaris at a 4* hotel, meals as
indicated, local taxes, museum entrances.
Excludes flights between Istanbul & Marmaris.
 Booking Conditions
Please read the following booking conditions carefully, as they set out the terms
and conditions of the contract between you and Thompsons. We act as booking
agents for the suppliers of the component parts of the holiday we organise, and
as such, bookings for their services will form a direct contract between you and
the relevant supplier, and will be subject to that supplier’s standard terms and
conditions.
1) Bookings
Bookings save for late bookings as referred to hereunder, are confirmed on the
condition that a non-refundable deposit, of a minimum of 25% of the total package
price, is paid to Thompsons within 72 hours of confirmation of your bookings. You
will be advised at the time of booking what payment is required for your particular
arrangements. The balance of the cost of your travel arrangements must be paid
no less than six weeks prior to departure. If your booking is made within 6 weeks
of departure, the total cost of your travel arrangements must be paid at the time of
booking. Please note: FAILURE TO PAY ON TIME WILL RESULT IN THE AUTOMATIC
CANCELLATION OF YOUR BOOKING.
2) Late Booking Fee & Communication Expenses (Telephone Calls)
In the event of a booking (except South Africa bookings) being made less than 7 days
prior to the date of departure, Thompsons reserves the right to charge for any extra
communication expenses. Full payment is due immediately on confirmation and
is non-refundable on all late bookings. Some bookings require full payment at the
time of booking i.e. prior to confirmation. If we are unable to secure confirmation
you will be refunded in full.
3) Price Changes
a) The costs associated with travel arrangements are not always stable, and currency
movements can fluctuate sharply. It is impossible to predict these movements in
advance. When you book a package through us, we reserve the right to pass
on any surcharges to you. Surcharges may be imposed to cover increases in
transportation costs, including the costs of fuel and security charges, taxes or fees
chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation
fees at ports and airports, or exchange rates applied to the particular package.
b) Thompsons guarantees the price of land arrangements, only once full payment is
received.
c) Airfares are subject to the prices and conditions quoted by the particular airlines
and cannot be guaranteed by Thompsons. The onus is on the agent & the passen-
ger to check that there have been no changes in these prices before making final
payment thereof.
d) Should the client make a group reservation & subsequently the group numbers
deviate from the minimum number required for the booking, Thompsons reserves
the right to re-cost the price and raise a surcharge. Should any client refuse to
accept and pay such surcharge, it may result in cancellation of the booking and
forfeiture of all payments made.
4) Methods of Payment
a) Credit Cards: In accordance with International Airline Travel Association (IATA) bul-
letin # A1/00 we need a signed and validated Standard Credit Card Charge Form.
The agent acknowledges that s/he has seen the card and that the signature on the
card is the same as that on the Credit Card Charge Form. A signed and validated
Standard Credit Card Charge Form (SCCCF) or payment through our Virtual Card
Services system, are the only recognised forms of payment for credit cards. If the
card is a foreign credit card then you may be requested to supply various other
details.
b) Cheques: Bank issued cheques or travel agency cheques only (accredited agencies
only). Please note we require 7 working days to clear all cheques before documents
can be issued.
c) Cash or EFT Transfers: We accept EFT transfers, or cash deposited into one of our
bank accounts, subject to condition that the EFT transmission report or the cash
deposit slip is provided to ourselves and such payment has been confirmed as
received by ourselves.
5) Insurance
It is strongly advised that all clients take out adequate insurance cover such as
cancellation due to illness, accident or injury, personal accident and personal
liability, loss of or damage to baggage and sports equipment. Thompsons will not
be responsible or liable if the client fails to take adequate insurance cover or at
all. It shall not be obligatory upon Thompsons to effect insurance for the client
except upon detailed instructions given in writing and all insurance effected by
Thompsons pursuant to such instruction will be subject to such exceptions and
conditions as may be imposed by the insurance company or the underwriters
accepting the risk, and Thompsons shall not be obliged to obtain separate cover
for any risks so excluded. Should the insurers dispute their liability for any reason,
the client will have recourse against the insurers only. Once the insurance has
been confirmed and paid for, the client will be issued with a policy document of
the insurer. It is a complex document, which must be READ BEFORE you initiate
your travel so that you can address any queries you may have to the insurer PRIOR
to your departure. Please note that various credit card companies offer limited
levels of travel insurance, which Thompsons does not consider sufficient cover
for international travel. Kindly check with the respective credit card companies in
order to obtain specific details of the cover.
6) Flight and Other Travel Timings
Flight timings are provided by airlines and are subject to Air Traffic Control restric-
tions. All means of transportation are subject to weather conditions, the need for
constant maintenance, and the ability of passengers to check-in on time. There is
no guarantee that flights, ferries, ships, trains or coaches will depart at the times
stated on any itinerary or tickets which you receive. All timings are estimates
only, and we do not accept any liability for any delay, however arising, or for any
schedule alterations.
7) Flight Reconfirmation
It is your responsibility to ensure that you reconfirm the departure date and times of
all your flights at least 72 hours prior to departure. This is particularly important in
respect of subsequent journeys once leaving South Africa and Thompsons hereby
specifically excludes any liability for any delay and /or loss as a result of your
failure to reconfirm any flight and/or connecting flight.
8) Documents
a) Documents (vouchers, itineraries, etc.) are only prepared on receipt of full payment
of the package price, and signed & completed Booking Form, and will be ready 24
hours after payment has been received. Normally your travel agent will arrange
collection of your documents.
b) Should you require your documents and air tickets to be forwarded to either your-
self or the departure airport this may be arranged by your agent with us. However,
the courier costs in respect thereof will be for your own account.
c) It is important that you check all details of your travel documents (including your
itinerary) before leaving South Africa. If there are any inaccuracies on any of your
travel documents, or should you have any further queries, you should contact your
travel agent immediately. Thompsons will not be liable for any delay and/or loss
occasioned as a result of any inaccuracies on any travel documents once you are
in receipt thereof and you have left South Africa.
9) Unscheduled Extensions
In the unlikely event of there being an unscheduled extension to the holiday caused
by flight delays, bad weather, strikes, or any other cause which is beyond the con-
trol of Thompsons, it is understood that the expenses relating to these unscheduled
extensions, (hotel accommodation etc.), will be for the account of the passenger.
Thompsons accepts no liability for changes, omissions or delays before or during
the course of any holiday occasioned by technical difficulties, weather conditions,
strikes or communication breakdowns or the like.
10) Changes by You
a) If you wish to make a change to your booking we will endeavour to assist you
to make the change wherever this is possible. You will have to pay all charges,
whatever kind, imposed by the suppliers providing that component part of your
travel arrangements when amending a booking any time prior to departure. Fares
will be re-quoted at the time of amendment.
b) An administration fee of R100 per person will be charged for each amendment and
/ or cancellation.
c) After departure it is understood that extra expenses incurred as a result of any
change will be for the passenger’s account, and any unused service will not be
refunded.
d) Amendments and cancellations en route must be made with our operators
directly.
11) Cancellation by You
If you wish to cancel your booking you must advise your agent immediately,
who will in turn advise us. You will be liable to pay the following cancellation
charges:
a) Where your booking includes a special fare, the relevant charges are levied by the
airline. In some circumstances this may be 100% of the total fare, regardless of
when cancellation is effected.
b) Where your booking is for a package, you will be responsible for all cancellation
charges, of whatsoever nature, imposed by the suppliers providing the component
parts of such travel arrangements.
c) Thompsons charges a cancellation fee equal to 10% of the package price on any
finalised booking. However, Thompsons reserves the right to charge a cancellation
fee of up to 100% of the total package, in its sole discretion, in particular circum-
stances. Any monies, which you have already paid to us, will be taken by us as
payment or part payment of any cancellation charges.
12) Our Right to Change Your Travel Arrangements
a) A significant change to your travel arrangements would include a change in the
departure date from South Africa; where the flight times are changed by more
than 12 hours or a change to a lower standard of accommodation to that which
is booked. In these instances of significant changes to your travel arrangements
Thompsons undertakes to advise you thereof as soon as reasonably possible before
your departure date to obtain your further instructions in this regard.
b) All other changes are minor changes. A minor change can be made at any time
and, if practicable, we will advise you of any such change prior to departure but we
are not obliged to do so. Such minor changes may be made by Thompsons, in its
discretion, who will not be responsible or liable for the payment of compensation
to you as a result of such minor changes.
c) Every effort is made by Thompsons to adhere to confirmed itineraries; however, we
reserve the right to make changes to your travel arrangements when it becomes
necessary to do so.
d) Should any travel component be confirmed by Thompsons and this component is
cancelled by the supplier for whatsoever reason, then in such instances Thompsons
will accept no liability for the cancellation thereof.
13) Lost/Stolen Flight Tickets
a) The loss or theft of a ticket must be reported to Thompsons immediately. Certain
airlines will not authorise Thompsons to issue a replacement ticket if such ticket
is lost or stolen before the passenger leaves South Africa. In the latter instance
you will be required to purchase a new ticket, at your own cost, until such time as
Thompsons receives authority from the airline to make any refund to you, which
authority could take up to 12 months. Should the airline authorise Thompsons to
issue a replacement ticket Thompsons will do so and a re-issue fee, per ticket, will
be applicable.
b) Should your ticket be lost or stolen abroad it should be noted that certain airlines
will not issue a duplicate ticket and it will be your responsibility to purchase a new
ticket abroad at the local fare. Upon your return to South Africa you may make
application to Thompsons for a refund of the amount spent by yourself on the lost
or stolen ticket, but it is specifically recorded that any refund will be entirely at the
discretion of the airline concerned which may take up to 12 months to authorise.
c) It is your responsibility to report the lost or stolen ticket to the police and to provide
Thompsons with the proof of such report if required.
14) Airline Refund Procedures
a) Refund policies of the various airlines vary greatly. Tickets returned to Thompsons,
will be presented to the relevant airline for assessment. Should a refund be
authorised, such refund will be made to you, less any cancellation or administra-
tion charges.
b) If payment for the ticket was made to Thompsons by credit card, the refund will be
made to your credit card. Cash payments will be refunded by EFT.
c) Partly used tickets will be refunded at less than the pro rata rate on the face
value of such ticket.
d) Refunds may take up to 12 weeks to process although this time frame cannot be
guaranteed by Thompsons
e) Unused tickets must be returned to Thompsons for a refund within one year from
the date of issue or they will be regarded as expired by the airline and have no
refund value.
15) Complaints
a) In the event that you have any reason to complain, or experience any problems with
your holiday whilst away, you must immediately inform the supplier of the services
in question.
b) If you are still dissatisfied, you must notify Thompsons immediately to enable us
to resolve the problem. Failure to give us the opportunity to resolve any problem
at the time it occurs may result in either a reduction, or complete extinction, of any
rights which you may have to claim compensation.
c) If you remain dissatisfied, contact the Customer Services Manager within 28 days
of the unsatisfactory service, giving your booking reference and full details of your
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(Hereinafter referred to as “Thompsons”)
complaint on email: clientservices@thompsons.co.za or fax to 011-770-7498.
d) Whilst every effort will be made to resolve your complaint to your satisfaction, it
is specifically recorded that Thompsons in no way accepts liability for any claim.
16) Passports, Visas and Health
It is entirely the clients duty to ensure that all passports & visas are current, valid,
obtained on time and that any vaccinations, inoculations, prophylactics (e.g. for
malaria) and the like, where required, have been obtained. Passports must be valid
for 6 months after return to South Africa. Please check the requirements with your
travel agent before travelling. Thompsons will endeavour to assist the client but
such assistance will be at Thompsons discretion and the client acknowledges that
in doing so, Thompsons is not assuming any obligation or liability and the client
indemnifies Thompsons against any consequences of non-compliance. It is the
clients duty to familiarise him/herself with the inherent dangers of and mental
and/or physical condition required for the proposed travel arrangements. The client
must ensure that the details supplied to Thompsons mirror those details shown on
their passport for international travel and ID documents for local travel.
17) General Information
i. Taxes: Thompsons will advise you of all mandatory taxes, which you must pay
before departure. However, many countries charge departure taxes that can only be
paid locally. It is therefore recommended that you retain sufficient local currency to
meet such charges. Details of departure taxes can be obtained from the relevant
airline when you reconfirm your flight details.
ii. Special requests: We can pass on any special requests that you may wish to make
at the time of booking, but acceptance of such requests is at the discretion of the
airline or other supplier and in no circumstances are special requests guaranteed.
Confirmation that a special request has been noted or passed on to the supplier,
or the inclusion of the special request on your confirmation invoice or any other
documentation, is not confirmation that the request will be met.
iii. Medical Problems: If you or any member of your party has any medical problem or
disability which may affect your holiday, you need to give us full details in writing
at the time of booking. If we reasonably feel unable to properly accommodate
the particular needs of the person concerned, we reserve the right to decline their
reservation. We reserve the right to cancel the reservation should we become
aware of any such medical problem or disability which has not been disclosed.
iv. Renovations: Hotels undergo renovations from time to time and take all possible
steps to limit disruption to their guests. We will not entertain complaints or
requests for refunds if a hotel is carrying out renovations whilst a guest is resident.
If we are specifically advised of renovation work, dates may be provided. It is
important to remember that these are subject to change and we are not always
notified.
Booking Conditions
v. Refunds and Unused Services: No refunds will be considered for any reason
whatsoever.
vi. Charges to your credit card: Any charges made to your credit card whilst away are
your responsibility. Thompsons will not be responsible, nor accept responsibility for
having these charges reversed or corrected upon return to South Africa.
vii. Drivers Licence: Even if you have obtained an international drivers licence, please
take your national driver’s licence with you.
viii. Confidentiality: Subject to statutory constraints or compliance with an order of
court, Thompsons undertakes to deal with all client information of a personal
nature on a strictly confidential basis.
18) Force Majeure
Except where otherwise expressly stated in these booking conditions, we regret
we cannot accept liability or pay any compensation where the performance or
prompt performance of our contractual obligations is prevented or affected, or
you otherwise suffer any damage or loss, as a result of “force majeure”. In these
Booking Conditions, “force majeure” means any event which we or the supplier of
the service(s) in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such
events may include war or threat of war, riot, civil strife, terrorist activity or actual
threatened terrorist activity, industrial dispute, natural or nuclear disaster, adverse
weather conditions, fire and all similar events outside our control.
19) Responsibility and Limitation of Liability
Thompsons act as agents only for local and international ground operators and air-
lines and accordingly accepts no liability whatsoever for any loss, damage, injury,
accident, delay, or any other irregularity howsoever arising. Thompsons makes
every effort to ensure that all the arrangements and services connected with a
passenger’s itinerary will be carried out as specified in the most efficient and
effective way possible. However, we do not have direct control over the provision
of services by suppliers and, whilst they are in all cases selected with the utmost
care, we do not accept liability for error and omissions of such suppliers. The
contract in use by such suppliers (which is often constituted by the ticket Issued by
the Principal), shall constitute the sole contract between the supplier and the client
and any right of recourse the client may have, will be solely against the supplier.
20) Jurisdiction of the Magistrate’s Court
Thompsons Holidays, a Division of Cullinan Holdings Ltd, shall be entitled, at its
option to institute any legal proceedings arising out of or in connection with this
contract in any Magistrate’s Court having jurisdiction in terms of Section 29 of the
Magistrate’s Court Act No 32/1944 as amended, notwithstanding that the amount
in issue may exceed the limits of such jurisdiction.
21) Legal
This document together with Thompsons’ standard booking form and Thompsons
invoice / itinerary constitutes the sole record of the agreement between the par-
ties. No party shall be bound by any representation, warranty, and promise of the
like not recorded herein. Client acknowledges that he/she has not relied on any
matter or thing stated on behalf of Thompsons or otherwise that is not included
herein. No addition to the Thompsons standard booking conditions shall be of any
force or effect unless in writing and signed by or on behalf of the parties. All costs
and disbursements, including legal costs on the attorney and client scale incurred
by Thompsons in recovering any damages and payments payable by the passenger
to Thompsons shall be for the passengers’ account. This agreement shall in
all respects be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the
Republic of South Africa. The passenger hereby consents to the jurisdiction of the
Magistrates Court having jurisdiction over its person in respect of all proceedings
in connection with this agreement.
22) The Client and Authority
The person requesting such quotations or estimates or making such booking or to
whom any service is rendered, is deemed to have read and accepted the Conditions
and to have the authority to do so on behalf of the person in whose name the
estimate or quotation or reservation is requested and/or provided and/or the
person to whom the services are rendered (collectively referred to as “the Client”)
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P.O. Box 41032, Craighall, 2024, South Africa. Docex 270, Randburg.
Tel: (27) (11) 770-7511; Fax: (27) (11) 770-7670/1/2.
DURBAN: 20 The Boulevard, West End Office Park, Spine Road, Westville, South
Africa. P.O. Box 2758, Westway Office Park, 3635, Durban, South Africa. Docex
238, Durban. Tel: (27) (31) 275-3500; Fax: (27) (31) 275-3990.
CAPE TOWN: 15th Floor, Main Tower, Standard Bank Centre, Hertzog Boulevard,
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Cape Town. Tel: (27) (21) 408-9500; Fax: (27) (21) 408-9596.
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