Join Janet’s Journeys on a 10-day trip through THREE Southern Africa countries!

We’ll have the opportunity to explore breathtaking landscapes, embark on a safari, witness the epic Victoria Falls (a world wonder!), and explore one of the most interesting and culturally diverse places on earth!

From the bustling city of Johannesburg to the serene deltas of Botswana, we will traverse across borders and witness the beauty that Africa has to offer, finishing the trip in beautiful Zimbabwe

Let’s set off on a once in a lifetime  journey that will leave you in awe, and fulfill your craving for adventure!

Countries traversed: South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe,

It’s also possible to organize a day trip to Zambia on the last day! 😉

DATES: 17 August 2023 – 26 August 2023

PRICE: €2,750

FULLY BOOKED!

Email janetsgrouptrips@gmail.com if you would like to be added to the waiting list

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Johannesburg 

Welcome to Africa! 

You will land in Africa’s capital city of Johannesburg,  one of Africa’s largest and most vibrant cities that offers a wide range of activities and attractions.  Once everyone has arrived, we can head downtown, where we can enjoy lunch, some markets, see some ultra-modern skyscrapers and get a real feel for the City of Gold.

Itinerary this day depends on what time people fly in and how people are feeling, but hopefully we can at least fit in a visit to the Apartheid Museum which is a MUST VISIT.

Meals: Group dinner included

Day 2: Cross border from South Africa to Botswana

Day 2 involves heading to the quiet Kalahari Desert town of Kang, a relaxing  base from which to explore Northern Botswana, Namibia, the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park and the Central Kalahari Park. 

The remote village is strikingly scenic, providing a great hiking trail and of course, some epic picture opportunities!

Here is where we will embark on an epic safari, where we have the chance of spotting cheetahs, leopards and  many different types of game species!

After an exciting day on safari, don’t miss the opportunity to take a refreshing  dip in one of the swimming pools at Twee Rivieren, Kalahari Tent, Mata Mata and Nossob camps at the nearby  Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Ghanzi, Botswana

Today we go to the small town of Ghanzi , which is sometimes referred to as the ‘Capital of the  Kalahari’.  The Ghanzi area has a number of lodges that focus on cultural tourism as well as wildlife viewing – here you can experience the fascinating world of the San Bushmen as they explain to you how they forage, hunt and find water in this harsh environment. 

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 4: Moremi Game Reserve

The Khwai area of the Okavango Delta (in Botswana) lies along the northern boundary of the Moremi Game Reserve. 

The Khwai area offers the similar wildlife experience as the Moremi Game Reserve with the added advantage of being a private concession, which  means we can do walking safaris and night drives!

We won’t miss the opportunity to soak up beautiful views of the scenic landscape and spot an array of wildlife!

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 5: The Botswana adventure continues

Feeling adventurous? 

Today we join an authentic African adventure that takes you deep into the heart of the  Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural wonder of epic proportions. 

We get to experience a local tradition that has defined the way of safaris. We get to meet locals who share their local heritage and in-depth knowledge of the area, so we can enjoy a privileged insight into this otherwise inaccessible wilderness. 

 As you explore the idyllic channels, lagoons and remote islands, the knowledgeable guides share  insight into the wild and wonderful world around you. The guides have a wealth of knowledge of the area and  eagerly share the stories of their people and related folktales. Their first-hand experience of the area’s wildlife is an incredible gift they readily share.

Meals: To be determined

Day 6 & 7: The Chobe River 

Today, we head to Kasane! Tucked away in the north-eastern corner of Botswana, on the banks of the famous Chobe River, the scenic little  town of Kasane rests on the doorstep of the spectacular Chobe National Park.

There are no boundary fences  separating the village from the park, so animals such as elephants and hippos are often spotted roaming around the town – how exciting!

Visitors can look forward to a heap of activities including enjoying a drive through the park to spot animals, take  a sunset cruise down the Chobe River, and visiting a local village.

The Chobe Boat Cruise is a wonderful way to experience the Chobe National Park, where we have the opportunity to see animals like elephants, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles and more, in their natural habitat!

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 8 & 9 : Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Today is the day that we visit one of the most epic places on earth, and a worldwide recognised attraction – one pf the 7 natural wonders of the world! Victoria Falls is one of the world’s most impressive waterfalls and lives up to its epic reputation!

 It is set on the magnificent Zambezi River which  creates the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. 

The small town of Victoria Fall lies adjacent to the waterfalls, and serves as a great base to  explore the many attractions, and has a wide range of  adrenaline-filled activities for all you adventure lovers!

We can look forward to partaking in a bunch of exciting activities over these two days, including scenic flights, micro lighting, white water rafting, bungee jumping, kayaking, and once-in-a-lifetime expeditions into the incredible Chobe National Park. 

Many of these adventure activities will be optional extras but we will include at least ONE epic activity for the group to do such as GRADE 5 White Water Rafting…if you’re brave enough. That would be a half day trip, then you have a few hours to add another activity if you wish…like the bungee jump!

Meals: Breakfast

(For lunch and dinner there’s lots of option available in Vic Falls town)

Day 10: End of Itinerary 

Our African adventure sadly ends today, and once we finish breakfast, we will make our way to the airport for our international flights home.

However, it’s very easy to extend for a night of two should you wish to, and also easy to arrange a day trip to the Zambian side of the falls should you wish to tick another country off your bucket list!

Meals: Breakfast

BONUS EXTENSION TO CAPE TOWN

We are offering a 3 night add on at the START of the trip, to give you the opportunity to experience the wonderful city of Cape Town while you are in Southern Africa.  The bustling city of Cape Town is one of my FAVOURITE cities, and will be sure to wow you with its incredible powdery white beaches, highly acclaimed wine routes, and astonishingly beautiful mountain trails surrounding a cosmopolitan hub.

During these 4 days in Cape town we will visit Table Mountain; Boulders Beach, where penguins might swim right up to you; the beaches of Camps Bay, the spectacular V&A Waterfront and of course a half day wine tasting excursion! All meals, transport, accommodation, activities etc included for this portion, if you opt for it.

This will only go ahead if 5 or more people opt in – we’ll keep you updated.

CAPE TOWN ADD ON

DATES: 14th – 17th August 

PRICE: 450 EURO

What’s Included?

• All Transport
• Meals, as stated
• All Accommodation
• Airport transfer (day trip starts only)
• All activities, as stated

Excluded 

• Visa fees (around $30 – $50 per country, South Africa is free)
• Meals that are not specified
• Personal expenses
• International Flights
• Travel insurance
• Tips for guides etc
• Additional adventure activities

Accommodation

Throughout our stay in Africa, we will stay in a mixture of guesthouses safari lodges. The full hotel list will be available once the 12 spaces are booked, and I assure you you’re gonna love every single place!

All rooms on all trips are shared, with 2 people in each room. We will partner you with an adventure buddy – an amazing way to make new friends! You’ll be moved around to pair up with a new friend every couple of nights. 

Who’s leading the trip?

Janet will NOT be leading this epic adventure (although she MIGHT lead the Cape Town add on!) so a Janets Journeys regular (soon to be announced!) will help lead the trip, along with a professional guide AND driver from our partner African tour company!

Want to join?

Send an email to janetsgrouptrips@gmail.com letting me know briefly WHY you want to come, and then I’ll let you know if a spot is yours or not. Once I email you back and confirm, you can pay the deposit to secure your spot.

**ONLY 11 SPOTS AVAILABLE**

Terms and Conditions

Your deposit is non refundable.

For the balance of your payment, I can refund you the full amount (minus your deposit) up to 8 weeks before the trip begins should you have an emergency / illness / need to cancel.

Anything closer than 8 weeks, I cannot refund you. I suggest you take out travel insurance that covers trip cancellations, that way should something happen like you get Covid, you will get a full payout from your insurance company.

Feel free to email me should you have any questions about payment methods, payments schedule etc.

Janet’s Journeys is taking on Latin America! To a country that’s known for its fusion of music, food and culture and will guarantee you a trip of a lifetime.. Get ready for COLOMBIA!!

The land of the extremes, vibrant, colorful and with a reputation for throwing the best parties! From food tours, salsa classes to tropical beaches, this is a jam packed itinerary exploring all that the big and wonderful Colombia has to offer!

This is going to be the ultimate South American adventure: 10 days of hiking, mouth-watering foods, magical towns, vibrant dancing and finishing up on the Caribbean coast!

DATES:  July 17th – 26th

PRICE: €2350

ITINERARY:

DAY 1: Bogota Arrival Day

Today the group will fly into Bogota.

Airport transfers will be arranged for everyone and depending on your arrival time, we’ll organize a city tour in the afternoon taking in La Candelaria – the oldest and most colourful district in the city. In the evening., we’ll have our first group dinner at a local restaurant as the group gets to know one another.

Day 2 – 4: Salento

Today we take a domestic flight to Armenia, Colombia’s famous coffee region. This is an opportunity to visit some of Colombias best coffee farms and plantations, to stay in a traditional hacienda and to go hiking in one of the most spectacular landscapes in the country: the Cocora Valley.

While in Salento for 2 nights we’ll be doing a jeep tour of the surrounding countryside, hiking through the valley and exploring this quaint country village before we fly on to our next destination.

Day 4 – 7: MEDELLIN

Welcome to Medellin!

Day 4: An airport transfer will pick us up from the airport and bring us to our 5 star accommodation. We’ll spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool or exploring our neighborhood followed by a group dinner

After breakfast on day 5, we start our Medellin adventure and go on the Afro Flow Special Tour where we will discover how the Afro flavor is present in Medellin. Your guide is part of this community and will make you feel like you are too! We will walk around the neighborhoods listening to their stories and then enjoy a unique percussion workshop with the Son Batá group. 

In the afternoon, we’ve signed everyone up for a food tour on Medellin. Bring your empty stomach as today we start our foodie adventure through the city.  This is when the real tour of the local and traditional gastronomy of the city begins and experience all the delicious food Colombia is famous for. An exciting day for the senses!

On Day 6, we’ll be doing a full day tour out of Medellin to Guatape – one of the most colourful and unique towns in all of Colombia.

Complete with rainbow houses, panoramic viewpoints and the opportunity to climb up Piedra del peñol – one of the most famous rock formations in the country.

DAY 7 – 10: CARTAGENA

Day 7: we leave Medellin and hop on a short flight to the exciting city of Cartagena! We can spend the afternoon roaming around the cobblestone streets of Cartagena’s old town, which is actually a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

Visit the impressive fortress of Castillo San Felipe de Barajas or the Convent of La Popa; a beautiful convent perched on top of a hill overlooking the city and offers panoramic views of Cartagena and the Caribbean Sea. 

On day 8, it’s dress up time! Join your guide and a professional photographer to discover all of the stunning corners of Cartagena. We will walk through the vibrant streets and enjoy the beautiful architecture, squares, museums, churches and art of our city while your photographer captures all of these moments along the way!

In the afternoon, get your dancing shoes on and get ready to embrace a key part of Colombian culture! We will be salsa’ing our way through the afternoon in a private lesson where you can put some basic salsa moves in your back pocket!

Day 9…time to explore Colombia’s tropical Carribbean paradise! We will spend the day at Rosario Islands, a charming group of islands surrounded by turquoise waters, white sand beaches and beautiful coral reefs.  Today is about sippin’ cocktails, relaxing and exploring…and enjoying our private cruise!

Day 10 is departure day!

Please note this tout starts in BOGOTA and ends in Cartagena. You can either book 2 one-way flights or book return flights to Bogota and book a cheap domestic flight from Cartagena to Bogota on the final day before your international flight.

Included:

• All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
• All activities as stated in the above itinerary
• All accommodation for 9 nights
• 3 domestic flights (Bogota – Armenia, Armenia – Medellin & Medellin to Cartagena).
• Airport pick up on day 1 of the tour

Excluded:

• Additional snacks and any extra activities
• Personal expenses
• International Flights
• Domestic flights not stated
• Airport departure taxi / drop off
• Alcohol 
• Travel insurance
• Tips for guides etc

Accommodation

Throughout our stay in Colombia, we will stay in a mixture of 4 and 5 star hotels, as well as cute, traditional guesthouses. The full hotel list will be available once the 12 spaces are booked, and I assure you you’re gonna love every single place!

All rooms on all trips are shared, with 2 people in each room. We will partner you with an adventure buddy – an amazing way to make new friends! You’ll be moved around to pair up with a new friend every couple of nights. 

All rooms will be twin sharing, private rooms, not dorms! 

Want to join?

Send an email to janetsgrouptrips@gmail.com letting me know briefly WHY you want to come, and then I’ll let you know if a spot is yours or not. Once I email you back and confirm, you can pay the deposit to secure your spot.

**ONLY 12 SPOTS AVAILABLE**

Terms and Conditions

Your deposit is non refundable.

For the balance of your payment, I can refund you the full amount (minus your deposit) up to 8 weeks before the trip begins should you have an emergency / illness / need to cancel.

Anything closer than 8 weeks, I cannot refund you. I suggest you take out travel insurance that covers trip cancellations, that way should something happen like you get Covid, you will get a full payout from your insurance company.

Feel free to email me should you have any questions about payment methods, payments schedule etc.

Below is the itinerary for a 9 day trip to Iraq.

2023 Tour Dates:

April 22nd – 30th – FULLY BOOKED!

PRICE: €2350

Trip itinerary:

Day 1

Transfer from the airport to the hotel, welcoming from the team and check-in.

A tour of Baghdad landmarks can be arranged if arriving time before sunset. This will include statues from the Arabian Night & Monuments.

Traditional dinner of your choice.

Overnight: Baghdad / night 1.

Day 2

7 AM Start the day with “Qaimar Arab” breakfast near Tahrir Square – the eastern gate of Baghdad with the monument of freedom.

Visit Old Baghdad – various local markets such as copper market “Al Safafeer”, antique market “Khan Al Mudalal”, Souq Al Sarai, Souq Al Sarajeen, and Books market “Al Mutanabbi street”.

Visit heritage sites such as Madrasa Mustansiriya School, Clock of Qishla, and the Abbasid Palace.

This tour will be followed by a boat tour at the Tigris and a photo next to the Mutanabbi statue and include lunch at one of the famous restaurants along Hayder Khana street, we can also grab a treat from both Al Shahbender cafe and Haj Zbala Juice shop.

3 PM Heading to Salman Pak

Visiting Taq Kasra (the Arch of Ctesiphon) which is considered a landmark in the history of architecture and the largest single-span vault of unreinforced brickwork in the world. Served as a royal capital of the Parthian and Sasanian. Baghdadi grills for dinner or any of your choice.

Overnight: Baghdad / night 2.

Day 3

7 AM After breakfast, we will head to Babylon, named a UNESCO world heritage site in 2019. The drive will take about 1 ½ hour. You will visit the historical city, rebuilt Ishtar Gate, procession street, the foundations of the real Ishtar Gate, Babylonian temples, the lion of Babylon, the maze, southern & northern palaces, the place where Alexander the Great passed away. We then will drive up the hill to see one of the governmental palaces that was built during the 1980s and has a very beautiful view.

After lunch, we will head to Birs Nimrud, visiting The Ziggurat of Borsippa known as the “Tongue Tower”. This was an important ancient city of Sumer and has a religious edifice in honor of the god Nabu.

We will then drive to Karbala and check into the hotel. At night, we will visit the shrines with golden domes of Imams Hussain and Abbas, the sons of Ali Bin Abi Talib and shrine museums.

Overnight: Karbala / night 3.

Day 4

Today, we will head 3 hours south to Nasiriya to visit the grounds of The Great Ziggurat of Ur, a UNESCO world heritage site since 2016 and the former capital of Mesopotamia during the Sumerian time.

The site includes Abraham House, Sholgi Palace, and the oldest arch of its kind at the entrance of Dub-Lal-Makh Temple.

Dinner and prepare for VERY early start tomorrow.

Overnight: Nasiriyah / night 4.

Day 5

4 AM We will drive to Chibayesh and have a marshland experience – one of the highlights of my tours to Iraq!

Start with a local breakfast in the mud house and then it is followed by a sightseeing tour in numerous floating villages – the Gardens of Eden (birds, fishes, buffalos, reed, plants, and meeting the people of Ahwar). It is one of the largest ecosystems in the world and a UNESCO world heritage site since 2016. After the tour will be a meal of a special kind of fish in Iraq which lives only in the marshlands. You will have the tea from the reed house – Al Mudheef.

Stories from local people “Al Maadan” who have adapted to life on the water over the centuries.

Tour in the local market of Chibayesh and then drive back to Baghdad and check-in for one night.

Before sunset, a tour in Modern Baghdad will include Mansour and Karada areas, visiting some spots that locals visit daily and having a last delicious dinner in Baghdad.

Overnight: Baghdad / night 5.

Day 6

7 AM Heading to Samara’a visiting the beautiful Abbasid Caliphate architecture and artistic relics, twisted minarets, and lake palace, the great mosque of Samarra. The shrines of two Imams. This historical city has been on UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2007.

After lunch heading to Hatra, an important historic religious center with its strategic position along caravan trade routes. Hatra was one of the first Arab states to be established outside of Arabia. (Sometimes closed).

Overnight: Mosul / night 6.

Day 7 Mosul

Start the day with a local breakfast of local Moslawies bakery (Manaqeesh) and start discovering the reconstruction of the old city, especially the Al-Nuri mosque and Al Tahira church, by reviving Mosul initiative’s spirit UNESCO. Also visiting Bash Tapia castle.

Having lunch “Kubba of Mosul” which is the most delicious meal made by locals.

After that, we head to Bakhdida or Qaraqosh to visit Church Square, the place where the Pope prayed for Iraq during his historic visit to Iraq in March 2021.

Free time in Mosul to visit local cafes, meet the people, explore a hospital turned cafe that ISIS used for its battles and much more.

Overnight: Mosul / night 7.

Day 8

Day 8 / Saturday 29 Apr

– Visit the Bahzani village where we can have breakfast at a local family house, followed by a visit to local factories of alcohol, sesame oil and olive oil.

– Head to Bakhdida, a Christian town between Mosul & Erbil, Visiting the Tahira Church that the pope in his historic visit to Iraq had visited.

– Seeing the last remaining medieval Christian painting – 12th -century fresco in the Syriac Orthodox Church Mar Guirguis.

Having lunch in one of the local restaurants.

– Back to Baghdad after lunch.

NOTE: The option to continue touring & visit the Kurdistan region of Iraq can be arranged with a local operator in Erbil. Message Janet if you would like help arranging this. The guide can even meet you in Mosul on the final day to take you to Kurdistan and you can fly out of Erbil at the end instead of Baghdad. This is an OPTIONAL extra and Janet will not be joining this part of the trip.

Overnight: Baghdad / night 8.

Day 9

End of tour, fly home. Departure transfers arranged.

Includes:

• Tour guide, including at least one female member to arrange the access in the holy shrines.
• Entry tickets.
• Transportation.
• Accommodation.
• All meals.
• Logistic support and permission access to all mentioned places. 

Does NOT include:

• Flights to Iraq
• Visa
• Tips
• Travel Insurance

General Information:

Visa

Iraq has a new visa on arrival scheme for citizens of the EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Russia, China, Japan & South Korea. If you are not from one of these countries then we will apply for a visa on your behalf. An invitation letter is issued and you can bring this to your local embassy to apply for the visa.

Passport

You will need your passport in all Iraqi checkpoints and hotels. Make sure you have at least six months valid on your passport on your arrival date, an empty page in your passport for the Iraqi visa sticker, otherwise you might have some issues at the border.

Airport

Baghdad International Airport

The Baghdad International Airport is located 16km away from downtown Baghdad. It is the country’s largest air hub, and home base for the national airline (Iraqi Airways). Connections are available to destinations worldwide.

Our transfer has been pre-arranged within the package.

Want to join?

Send an email to janetsgrouptrips@gmail.com letting me know briefly WHY you want to come, and then I’ll let you know if a spot is yours or not. Once I email you back and confirm, you can pay the deposit to secure your spot.

**ONLY 12 SPOTS AVAILABLE**

Terms and Conditions

Your deposit is non refundable.

For the balance of your payment, I can refund you the full amount (minus your deposit) up to 8 weeks before the trip begins should you have an emergency / illness / need to cancel.

Anything closer than 8 weeks, I cannot refund you. I suggest you take out travel insurance that covers trip cancellations, that way should something happen like you get Covid, you will get a full payout from your insurance company.

Feel free to email me should you have any questions about payment methods, payments schedule etc.

After the huge success of my two Namibia group trips in July of 2022, we’ve decided to run more group trips to this incredible country in the summer of 2023. Hike up some of the world’s largest sand dunes, stay in the incredible Giraffe Manor, spend 3 days on safari in a National Park, sleep under the stars!

This is guaranteed to be one of the most unique travel adventures you’ll ever undertake.

DATES:

2nd – 10th August 2023 (FULLY BOOKED!)

13th – 21st August 2023 (FULLY BOOKED!)

PRICE: €2400

Itinerary is as follows:

Day 1:  Windhoek

On arrival at Windhoek International Airport, you will be collected and transferred into Windhoek. Overnight tonight is in a twin room with en-suite bathroom at Chameleon Backpackers. We’ll have a group dinner together at one of the best steak restaurants in town!

Day 2: Etosha National Park

An early start today, as you meet your guide (7h30am) and hit the road by 8h00, heading north to Etosha National Park. We stop briefly at Otjiwarongo to gather some last-minute supplies before continuing on to Etosha.

We enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park visiting waterholes looking for predators as well as zebra, giraffe, elephant, rhino and many different species of antelope arriving back at the lodge just before sunset. A visit to the flood lit waterhole is highly recommended, sometimes you can see rhinos at sunset! Dinner will be cooked by our amazing guide and chef, BBQ style!

Day 3:  Etosha National Park

We start our first drive at sunrise to catch the predators while they are still active, visiting many waterholes. If we’re lucky we’ll see some lions or maybe even some elephant herds at the watering holes.

Our second game drive mid-morning takes us to the impressive Etosha Pan “great white place” where we can get out of the vehicle and experience this 4500 sq km “saline desert” before continuing our game drive to look for the Big 4. We arrive back at Halali where our guide will prepare a delicious lunch whilst we have a dip in the pool or relax by the camp waterhole.

After lunch we begin our final game drive across the park towards Okaukuejo calling into some well-known waterholes and leave the park prior to sunset. Accommodation tonight is just outside the park in a comfortable spacious twin share rooms with a modern en-suite bathroom facilities, creating an ideal space to sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty that surrounds you. 

Day 4: Camping in the desert

Another early start today, and after breakfast we continue our journey. We travel south along the C35, and today we have the chance to meet some of Namibia’s more unique tribes people including the Himba, Damara and Herero that have chosen to live in this area.

They are all entrepreneurs and have set up small markets along the way in order to provide for their families. This is an ideal place to practice your bargaining skills and purchase some authentic souvenirs from those who make them. Our next official stop is Spitzkoppe Camp. After check in and setting up our camp for the night, we have time to explore the area on foot, before selecting the best location for night time photography should we wish to capture the night sky.

Day 5: Swakopmund

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and departure from our lodge is around 09h00. We head west towards Swakopmund, and explore the remains of a small shipwreck before arriving in Swakopmund just before lunch, which gives you time to explore this quaint seaside town on foot and enjoy a lovely lunch in one of the many cafes or join one of the many optional activities. Our guide will be happy to recommend a good restaurant for dinner (own expense). 

Day 6: Desert Camp, Namib Desert 

A leisurely breakfast and the option to join one of the many optional activities available here such as: quad biking, sand boarding, scenic flight over the shipwrecks just to name a few. You will be picked up from your guesthouse/hotel in Swakopmund from 11:15, as we aim to depart Swakopmund by 12noon.

We then drive through the Namib Desert via the Kuiseb Pass and Solitaire, arriving at our camp late afternoon and we have a chance to relax and enjoy the views before taking a short walk for sunset looking over the Naukluft mountain range. Overnight in twin rooms with en-suite bathroom facilities. Pool and bar available. Dinner is prepared by our guide.

Day 7: Desert Camp, Namib Desert 

We depart at dawn from camp to arrive at the park gate for sunrise. We drive down an ancient river bed surrounded by towering dunes to the 2×4 parking (around 55kms) and take a 4×4 shuttle into the Sossusvlei area to appreciate the beauty of this place in early morning light and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the region.

We explore this unique area on foot before heading into Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of huge dunes with their ever-changing colours before taking the 4×4 shuttle back to our vehicle. As we drive back to our accommodation we will stop at the famous Dune 45 and climb this dune if we wish or just wander around the base.

We return to Sesriem and visit the nearby Sesriem Canyon, one of the few permanent water sources before arriving back at our lodge late afternoon to watch the sunset over this spectacular desert. Dinner is prepared by our guide.

Day 8: Voigtland Giraffe Manor, Windhoek 

Enjoy an early morning breakfast before heading to Solitaire, to buy some of the world’s best apple pie before returning to Windhoek.

We return to Windhoek via Bullsport and Rehoboth. We arrive mid-afternoon and will be dropped at our VERY unique accommodation, where you can enjoy afternoon tea with giraffes on the deck.

Tonight’s dinner is at Voigtland Guesthouse.

Day 9 Flight out, Airport drop off

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast depending on your flight departure before heading out to the airport.  

Includes:

● All meals as stated

● All activities as stated

● All accommodation 

● All travel / transfers including airport pick up and drop off and safari vehicle

Excludes: 

● Additional snacks and any extra activities 

● International Flights 

● Travel insurance 

● Tips for guides etc 

Accommodation

Throughout our stay in Namibia, we will stay in a mixture of hostels, safari camps and camping sites. 

All rooms on all trips are shared, with 2 people in each room. We will partner you with an adventure buddy – an amazing way to make new friends! You’ll be moved around to pair up with a new friend every couple of nights. 

All rooms will be twin sharing, private rooms, not dorms! 

Want to join? 

Send an email to janetsgrouptrips@gmail.com letting me know briefly WHY you want to come, and then I’ll let you know if a spot is yours or not. Once I email you back and confirm, you can pay the deposit to secure your spot. 

**ONLY 9 SPOTS AVAILABLE** 

Terms and Conditions 

Your deposit is non refundable. 

For the balance of your payment, I can refund you the full amount (minus your deposit) up to 8 weeks before the trip begins should you have an emergency / illness / need to cancel. 

Anything closer than 8 weeks, I cannot refund you. I suggest you take out travel insurance that covers trip cancellations, that way should something happen like you get Covid, you will get a full payout from your insurance company. 

Feel free to email me should you have any questions about payment methods, payments schedule etc.

Janet’s Journeys’ is back again with another EPIC trip planned, and this time we are heading down to South America and visiting the unique, diverse and mountainous country of PERU! 

Come with us for a 10 day adventure, seeing everything Peru has to offer like the famous UNESCO World Heritage site Machu Pichu, Rainbow Mountain and much much more! 

DATES:

Group 1: 22nd June – 1st July 2023 (SOLD OUT!)

Group 2: 6 July – 15 July 2023 (SOLD OUT!)

PRICE: €2400

ITINERARY: 

DAY 1: LIMA 

Welcome to Peru! You will land in Lima, where your transfer will collect you and bring you to your hotel. 

This evening will give you time to relax ahead of your hectic and exciting day tomorrow! 

DAY 2: FLIGHT TO CUSCO 

We fly from Lima to Cusco, domestic flights are included in trip price. 🙂

After checking in to our hotel, we will head off on a guided visit around the city of Cusco and the surrounding archaeological sites. 

Highlights: 

• Historical capital of Peru
• Incan and Spanish Colonial architecture
• Cathedral of Santo Domingo, a Baroque church built on the ruins of the opulent Incan Koricancha Palace (Temple of the Sun)
• Incan holy place of Q’enko, an amphitheater once used for ceremonial sacrifices
• Incan monument of Tambomachay, ceremonial site of water worship 
• Sacsayhuaman, an Incan fortress and site of the IntiRaymi (Fiesta del Sol), most notable for its hand-carved stones up to 9m tall and weighing over 350 tons
• Incan tambo (travelers’ rest stop) of PukaPukar

DAY 3: SACRED VALLEY 

After an early breakfast at our hotel in Cusco, we head to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Be sure to have your camera ready to capture the lush Andean landscapes and traditional villages that dot the hillside! 

Highlights: 

● Pisac, a small town with its exquisite architecture is the perfect place to buy authentic Andean souvenirs. As you browse through the selection of traditional clothing and handicrafts, you’ll easily understand why the Pisac market has a reputation of its own. In this town you will have the opportunity to visit its many ¨Pueblos de Cuy¨ or town of guinea pigs. 

● Ollantaytambo, an Inca site that began as a palace but was eventually used as the last Inca stronghold against the invading Spanish conquistadors. 

• Maras, the sight of this still-operating salt mine, in use since Incan times, will amaze you! The stark white of its steeply descending salt pans juxtaposed against the green of the surrounding mountain slopes

• Moray, used as an agricultural testing ground, the site’s system of circular terraces descends 490 feet (150m) from where you will be standing, serving as a perfect testament to the level of advancement achieved by the Incas

DAY 4: MACHUPICCHU & HOT SPRINGS

Today, you can tick one of the seven wonders of the world off your list as we head to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu! 

Highlights: 

● Guided tour of Machu Picchu 

● Insight into the construction history of Machu Picchu 

● Information on Hiram Bingham’s discovery of this sacred site in 1911 

● Explanation of the most significant architectural features, including the Sun Stone, Sun Temple, and Room of the Three Windows 

After the tour, we return to Aguas Calientes town to spend one night there. 

DAY 5: CUSCO 

We get the train in the morning from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and from Ollantaytambo private transportation to return to Cusco.

We have a relaxing afternoon to get ready for our dinner buffet show where you will enjoy the most representative dances of Peru.

DAY 6: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN 

After a delicious breakfast, we will begin our walk on the trailhead at Cusipata and visit the famous Rainbow Mountain! 

Highlights: 

● Spectacular excursion to Vinicunca, also known as the rainbow mountain ● Natural wonder with slopes striped with vivid colors created by minerals ● Picturesque hike through fields and small towns 

● Panoramic view of Ausangate mountain during the trek 

● Opportunity to see native animals such as chinchillas and vicuñas 

DAY 7: PUNO ( Lake Titicaca )

The Perurail Titicaca Train is an unforgettable railway journey, traversing the incredible route from Cusco to Puno in Peru across the Peruvian Andes.

Operated by PeruRail, the train is easily one of the most luxurious in South America, taking guests on an opulent and breath-taking adventure in 1920s-style Pullman carriages with gourmet dining, endless panoramic views and delights like afternoon tea and Peruvian dancing.

We’ll arrive at Lake Titicaca in the evening and check into our hotel, have dinner, relax etc.

DAY 8: Full day at Lake Titicaca

After an early breakfast at your Puno hotel, our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin the full-day tour of Lake Titicaca and nearby islands.

Highlights:

• Arrive on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world
• Boat excursion to the Uros Floating Islands, a collection of man-made islands constructed from floating bundles of reeds
• Leisure time to shop for souvenirs in the market, and explore these floating wonders created by the Uros tribe to defend against rival tribes
• Two-hour boat ride across Lake Titicaca to Taquile Island, home of a Quechua community which continues the tradition of having the male residents produce fine handicrafts
• Leisure time to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site and take in the beauty of the surrounding areas from the citadel at the island’s peak.

DAY 9: Morning flight to Lima

We get a private transfer from our hotel in Puno to the Juliaca Airport and head on our flight to Lima. Then we will have a private transfer to our hotel in Lima. This extra dat gives us another chance to see more of this city and discover some of Lima’s most popular restaurants and night life.

Day 10: Departure.

Airport transfers to catch your flight home unless you choose to extend your stay in Peru.

Included: 

● All meals 

● All activities 

● All accommodation 

● All travel (buses, train ticket, airport transfers and 2 domestic flights)

Excluded: 

● Additional snacks and any extra activities 

● International Flights 

● Travel insurance 

● Tips for guides etc 

Accommodation

Throughout our stay in Peru, we will stay in a mixture of hostels and guesthouses. The full hotel list will be available once the 12 spaces are booked, and I assure you you’re gonna love every single place! 

All rooms on all trips are shared, with 2 people in each room. We will partner you with an adventure buddy – an amazing way to make new friends! You’ll be moved around to pair up with a new friend every couple of nights. 

All rooms will be twin sharing, private rooms, not dorms! 

Want to join? 

Send an email to janetsgrouptrips@gmail.com letting me know briefly WHY you want to come, and then I’ll let you know if a spot is yours or not. Once I email you back and confirm, you can pay the deposit to secure your spot. 

**ONLY 12 SPOTS AVAILABLE** 

Terms and Conditions 

Your deposit is non refundable. 

For the balance of your payment, I can refund you the full amount (minus your deposit) up to 8 weeks before the trip begins should you have an emergency / illness / need to cancel. 

Anything closer than 8 weeks, I cannot refund you. I suggest you take out travel insurance that covers trip cancellations, that way should something happen like you get Covid, you will get a full payout from your insurance company. 

Feel free to email me should you have any questions about payment methods, payments schedule etc.