They say: "This is the main brochure from escorted tour specialist Voyages Jules verne offering a huge collection of tours, trips and holidays to every corner of the globe rich in history and natural beauty. The company has carefully devised itineraries with travel by air, road, river and rail to offer an all-encompassing travel experience. All groups are expertly guided by local specialists and Voyages Jules Verne aims to enhance your holiday by offering exclusive excursions and visits to special events."

• New for 2012 is a dedicated cruising section to the brochure, with all cruises embarking from Dover on Fred Olsen cruise ships
  
• Special events exclusive to VJV clients include a private ballet performance in Russia, Riad rooftop dinner in Morocco, tea with the Omani family in Oman and a Charles Darwin lecture in Ecuador
  
• Key destinations include : Europe, North Africa, Middle East, East and South Africa, Indian and Sub Continent, the Orient, Central and South America