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Cox & Kings Holidays There are three different types of Cox & Kings holidays: Escorted Groups, Private Journeys and Tailor-Made. Below, we differentiate between the three, however, please bear in mind that almost all Escorted Group itineraries may also be taken as Private Journeys and the prices for this option are shown in the bottom sections of the price tables. If you are unsure about which category a particular holiday fits into please refer to the information above each tour itinerary - if it states "Escorted Group or Private Journey" then the tour may be taken as either, however, if it simply states "Private Journey" there are no set group departures for this tour. ESCORTED GROUPS Tour Manager: Cox & Kings' Tour Managers are carefully selected for their travel experience and organisational abilities. Your Tour Manager will meet your group on arrival in the Middle East and will escort you throughout your journey (unless otherwise specified) Expert Local Guides: On most tours, in addition to the services of the Tour Manager, Cox & Kings' Escorted Groups also benefit from the knowledge of local guides who accompany each excursion. In some cases, where appropriate, the Tour Manager will also act as the local guide. Where possible, your entrance fees are included in the holiday price. Airport Representatives: For all group departures from London Heathrow or Gatwick, a Cox & Kings representative is available to assist with check-in and any seat requests that you may have during the main check-in period. Scheduled Flights: Cox & Kings only uses the services of scheduled airlines for international and almost all internal flights. All prices are based on economy class flights, however Cox & Kings offers excellent upgrade rates on international sectors and regional connections if required and details of these are shown on the tour pages. Flight schedules to, from and within The Middle East mean that some early morning departures or arrivals may be unavoidable. Comfortable Land Travel: For road journeys, Cox & Kings uses air-conditioned buses of a size appropriate to the size of the group. First Class Accommodation: The standard and style of accommodation varies from place to place and tour to tour, however, Cox & Kings generally uses first class 4 or 5-star hotels, or the best available, on all its tours. Information about all the hotels used in this brochure can be found on our website: www.coxandkings.co.uk Small Group Sizes: To enhance your enjoyment of the tour, we like to keep our groups small and manageable. Therefore, numbers are normally restricted to a maximum of 25 people and a minimum of 10. PRIVATE JOURNEYS All Escorted Groups may be taken as Private Journeys and some of the tours in this brochure are only available as Private Journeys. To check which category a particular tour falls into please see the key features of the tour just below the title. Private Journeys are taken by one or more passengers on the date of their choosing, subject to schedules and availability*. These tours operate exactly as per Escorted Groups except that there is no airport representation in the UK and, rather than being accompanied throughout by a Tour Manager, travellers are locally escorted in each you will have your own car / mini-van and driver. This allows you to travel in comfort and to stop off along the way if you see something of interest, want to take a photograph, or have a break. Most cars used on Cox & Kings' Private Journeys are airconditioned but you will be told in advance if airconditioned cars are not available for any section of your journey. Private Guides: Almost all sightseeing excursions are accompanied by your own private Englishspeaking local guide. This means that you can ask as many or as few questions as you like and take sightseeing trips at your own pace, with the emphasis on your own particular interests. Accommodation Flexibility: If you would like to stay in any hotels other than those featured in the tour itinerary, or if you would like to upgrade the standard of your room, this can easily be arranged and you will be informed of the difference in price. Travel At Your Own Pace: Private journeys are very flexible, allowing you to start road journeys or sightseeing when you choose ­ within reason. Cruises: Please note that whilst the Nile cruises in this brochure are described as Private Journeys, the transfers and excursions relevant to that cruise are operated on a group basis with other passengers who may or may not be Cox & Kings clients. * Important Note: Cox & Kings cannot hold allocations for all Private Journey services all year round and, as a result, all the services are subject to availability. If any element of a Private Journey is not available at the time of booking, Cox & Kings will suggest the most comparable available alternative. TAILORMADE JOURNEYS For those who prefer to travel at their own pace or to explore places not included in the brochure itineraries, Cox & Kings has years of experience at organising Tailor-Made holidays to the Middle East. Our expert tour consultants will be pleased to suggest ideas to complement your own and to organise the most appropriate programme to suit your interests, time and budget. Tailor-Made holidays operate on exactly the same basis as Private Journeys. "LUXURY" & "DISCOVERY" TOURS Most Cox & Kings tours are based on 5 or 4 star accommodation, or the best available. Where a holiday differs from that standard significantly, either because it is particularly luxurious or more Petra, Jordan city/destination. In addition to the services they have in common with Escorted Groups, Private Journeys offer the following benefits: Support on the Ground: On arrival in most Middle East destinations and at each new place on your journey you will be met at the airport or quay by a Cox & Kings representative. This representative will accompany you to your hotel, help with your check-in and discuss the itinerary for your stay. You will be given the contact numbers of all the relevant Cox & Kings local representatives, so assistance is only ever a phone call away. Transfers by Car: For almost all road journeys For tour reservations and tailor made quotations 020 7873 5000 8