- Airbus A321
- Flatbed Seats
- 52 Guests
Wildlife & Natural Wonders: The Americas by Private Jet
Banff, Canadian Rockies*
Overview
*Extended Itinerary Begins
Begin your extended itinerary amid the soaring peaks of Banff National Park. Explore turquoise lakes and alpine trails, take in sweeping views over the Canadian Rockies, then board a privately chartered jet to Big Sky, Montana, where the classic expedition begins with a celebratory welcome dinner.
Accommodations
- Rimrock Banff*
Big Sky, Montana
Featured Experiences
- Yellowstone National Park
- Fly Fishing
- Guided Horseback Tour
Accommodations
- One&Only Moonlight Basin
Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
Featured Experiences
- Arenal Volcano Hike
- Rainforest Night Tour
- Wildlife Encounters
Accommodations
- Nayara Tented Camp
Amazon Rainforest, Brazil
Featured Experiences
- Tatuyo Indigenous Community
- Rio Negro Navigation
- Historical Tour of Manaus
Accommodations
- Tropical Hotel da Amazonia
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Alternate Destination: Hermes (Upgrade Alternative)
Featured Experiences
- South Plaza Island
- Santa Fe Island
- San Cristóbal
Accommodations
- La Pinta*
Sea of Cortez, Mexico
Overview
Along the southern reaches of the Baja Peninsula, Los Cabos stretches between arid cliffs and turquoise waters—a landscape where coastal beauty meets quiet elegance. Recognized by UNESCO as the Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California, this region teems with marine life amid striking desert scenery.
Accommodations
- One&Only Palmilla
Itinerary
Into the wild beauty of Banff
*Extended Itinerary Begins
Begin your extended itinerary amid the soaring peaks of Banff National Park. Explore turquoise lakes and alpine trails, take in sweeping views over the Canadian Rockies, then board a privately chartered jet to Big Sky, Montana, where the classic expedition begins with a celebratory welcome dinner.
Featured Experiences
Helicopter Sightseeing
Take to the air for a helicopter adventure over the Canadian Rockies, soaring past ancient glaciers and 10,000-foot peaks as alpine valleys and lakes unfold below.
Featured Experiences
Lake Louise Alpine High Tea
Trace a gentle lakeshore path, where glacier-carved peaks are reflected in the turquoise sweep of Lake Louise. Afterward, savor high tea at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, overlooking one of Canada’s most iconic landscapes.
Featured Experiences
Moraine Lake
Explore Moraine Lake by exclusive reservation, tracing quiet trails edged by luminous blue waters and the soaring spires of the Valley of the Ten Peaks.
Featured Experiences
Sky High Dining
Ascend Sulphur Mountain by gondola for a private dinner featuring local, seasonal flavors. As the sun sets, take in sweeping 360-degree views across Banff National Park.
Featured Experiences
Scenic Bow Float
Drift along the Bow River as your guide paddles beneath dramatic mountain vistas, watching for wildlife and learning about the region’s natural and cultural heritage.
Accommodations
Rimrock Banff*
Perched high above the Bow Valley, Rimrock Banff offers a serene mountain retreat in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. From its elevated setting, enjoy sweeping alpine views, refined accommodations and a restorative bathhouse overlooking Banff and the surrounding peaks.
*Or similar
Where the landscape leads the story
Classic Itinerary Begins
Montana’s alpine wilderness marks the start of the classic itinerary. Beneath the soaring peaks of Big Sky, open landscapes invite exploration—cast for trout in mountain rivers, ride horseback along forested trails and spend a day in Yellowstone’s geothermal heart, where wildlife moves across open plains.
Featured Experiences
Yellowstone National Park
Journey into UNESCO-listed Yellowstone’s geothermal heart, where steam rises from the Earth’s depths. Guided by naturalists, follow boardwalks through geyser basins, observe bubbling pools of hot springs up close and hike open valleys in search of wildlife like bison, elk and deer.
Featured Experiences
Fly Fishing
Wade into the clear waters of the Gallatin River with expert guides who tailor the experience to any skill level. Surrounded by mountain peaks and the sound of flowing water, experience Montana’s wild serenity with every cast of your rod.
Featured Experiences
Guided Horseback Tour
Saddle up for a western horseback ride along backcountry trails, once forged by ranchers and explorers. As seasoned wranglers lead you through pine forests and meadows, sweeping views of the Gallatin Range unfold before you.
Featured Experiences
White-Water Rafting
Conquer the Gallatin River’s rapids alongside experienced guides, weaving through limestone canyons and alpine forest. Between each surge, spot eagles overhead and the wild terrain along the banks. Every rapid delivers a mix of adrenaline and awe in Montana’s untamed wilderness.
Accommodations
One&Only Moonlight Basin
Set within the alpine wilderness, One&Only Moonlight Basin strikes a balance between Montana’s wild beauty and refined elegance. Contemporary rooms open to sweeping Big Sky views, while thoughtful design, elevated mountain cuisine and intuitive service create an authentic sense of place.
A living rainforest beneath the volcano
In northern Costa Rica, Arenal Volcano National Park reveals a landscape shaped by lava flows, rain and rainforest. Beneath the volcano’s cone, dense jungle shelters sloths, monkeys and vibrant birds, while thermal springs and forest trails invite quiet exploration amid untamed beauty.
Featured Experiences
Arenal Volcano Hike
Hike rugged lava fields at Arenal Volcano’s base with a naturalist guide who brings its dramatic past to life. Follow trails reborn with lush vegetation, and on clear days, glimpse sweeping views of Lake Arenal below.
Featured Experiences
Rainforest Night Tour
As night falls over Arenal, venture into the rainforest’s hidden world. Guided by naturalists, trace moonlit paths alive with rustling leaves and distant calls for an intimate encounter with Costa Rica’s nocturnal wonders.
Featured Experiences
Wildlife Encounters
Within Nayara’s rainforest sanctuary, the landscape feels alive. Wander beneath flowering heliconias and orchids where sloths doze overhead, monkeys stir in the canopy and jeweled birds dart through palms—a rare glimpse into the forest’s harmony.
Accommodations
Nayara Tented Camp
Tucked within the rainforest canopy of Arenal Volcano National Park, Nayara Tented Camp is an eco-sanctuary immersed in nature. Luxury tents with private plunge pools offer a front-row seat to the lush landscape, where sloths, toucans and howler monkeys move through the jungle.
At the confluence of culture and wilderness
Where the vast Amazon meets the Rio Negro, Manaus opens the way into the world’s greatest rainforest—the UNESCO-listed Central Amazon Conservation Complex. Journey along sky-mirrored rivers and through rainforests alive with color and song.
Featured Experiences
Tatuyo Indigenous Community
Venture deep into the forest to meet the Tatuyo, whose red body paint and rituals reflect generations of tradition. Through dance, storytelling and craft, gain insight into this Indigenous community’s enduring connection to the Amazon.
Featured Experiences
Rio Negro Navigation
Cruise the Rio Negro’s dark, reflective waters to reach its confluence with the sandy-blue Solimões, where the Amazon River begins. Watch for pink dolphins, explore gentle rainforest trails and visit communities that live in harmony with this remarkable confluence.
Featured Experiences
Historical Tour of Manaus
Explore Manaus, a city born from the rubber boom and layered with history. Wander through Dom Pedro II Square, Paço da Liberdade and São Sebastião Square to discover the architecture and legacy that shape this Amazon gateway.
Featured Experiences
Adolpho Lisboa Municipal Market
Step inside Manaus’s ornate, century-old market designed by Gustave Eiffel — the visionary behind Paris’s famed tower. Stroll past vibrant stalls of tropical produce and regional delicacies for a flavorful glimpse into the Amazon’s culinary and cultural heritage.
Accommodations
Tropical Hotel da Amazonia
On the banks of the Rio Negro, Tropical Hotel da Amazonia recalls Brazil’s grand travel era. Surrounded by lush gardens and sweeping river views, this retreat blends elegant architecture with the Amazon’s natural beauty.
A place found nowhere else on Earth
Fly by private jet to Guayaquil, then board a chartered flight for a three-night yacht adventure through the Galápagos Islands—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and marine reserve. Navigate the archipelago with expert naturalist guides, pursuing the celebrated “Galápagos 15” on exclusive eco-excursions that reveal a landscape shaped by time, isolation and wonder.
Featured Experiences
South Plaza Island
Walk among South Plaza Island’s vivid landscapes, where red-sesuvium groundcover meets tall prickly pear cacti. Watch for land iguanas basking in the sun, sea lions along the shore and cliffs alive with marine birds.
Featured Experiences
Santa Fe Island
Experience Santa Fe Island’s quiet beauty, defined by towering prickly pear cacti, pale volcanic cliffs and sheltered coves. Hike the island’s trails in search of land iguanas and diverse birdlife across a landscape shaped by millennia of evolutionary change.
Featured Experiences
San Cristóbal
Tour the Cerro Colorado Tortoise Breeding Center to see conservation in action and learn how experts protect the islands’ giant tortoises. Hike the dramatic volcanic slopes of Punta Pitt, where all three booby species nest, and explore Cerro Brujo’s white-sand beach framed by sculpted lava formations.
Accommodations
La Pinta*
Elegant and modern, La Pinta offers an intimate setting for exploration, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing ever-changing ocean vistas. Spacious outside cabins, attentive service and onboard naturalists foster comfort and discovery amid Ecuador’s legendary islands.
*Cruise itinerary may vary or be subject to change due to weather, ocean conditions and National Park policies and regulations.
Elevate your Galápagos experience aboard Hermes, an exclusive catamaran designed for just 20 guests. Each day reveals new landscapes—highland pastures, volcanic ridges, sheltered coves and wildlife-rich shores—across these remarkable islands.
Featured Experiences
Santa Cruz
Observe giant tortoises roam the island’s misty highlands, grazing across cool, green terrain that has sustained them for generations. Hike Dragon Hill’s arid volcanic trails among iguanas and explore Black Turtle Cove by boat, drifting through mangroves sheltering rays, sharks and sea turtles.
Featured Experiences
Chinese Hat
Explore Chinese Hat, a pristine islet shaped by eroded lava cones and calm, clear waters. Kayak along basalt cliffs, snorkel among reef fish and sea lions, and hike short trails revealing lava cactus and sweeping views of this quiet volcanic landscape.
Featured Experiences
Genovesa
Discover Genovesa’s remote beauty, where sheer cliffs and white-coral beaches frame tidal pools teeming with life. Explore Prince Philip’s Steps and Darwin Bay by foot, then kayak and witness extraordinary birdlife—from red-footed boobies to swallow-tailed gulls—across this secluded sanctuary.
Accommodations
Hermes Cruise*
Sail aboard Hermes, an intimate mega-catamaran crafted for just 20 guests. Spacious suites with private balconies, calm social spaces and panoramic viewing decks create a refined setting for exploring the Galápagos.
*Cruise itinerary may vary or be subject to change due to weather, ocean conditions and National Park policies and regulations.
Where desert cliffs meet the sea
Along the southern reaches of the Baja Peninsula, Los Cabos stretches between arid cliffs and turquoise waters—a landscape where coastal beauty meets quiet elegance. Recognized by UNESCO as the Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California, this region teems with marine life amid striking desert scenery.
Featured Experiences
Private Yacht on the Sea of Cortez
Sail the turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez aboard a private luxury yacht. Snorkel with sea lions, explore hidden coves and dine on freshly prepared regional cuisine as the region’s coastal beauty unfolds around you.
Featured Experiences
Todos Santos Walking Tour
Explore the understated charm of Todos Santos on a guided walk through its historic heart. Visit centuries-old mission churches, browse contemporary galleries and meet local artisans before savoring a meal that reflects the region’s culinary spirit.
Accommodations
One&Only Palmilla
Perched above the Sea of Cortez, One&Only Palmilla has long set the benchmark for luxury in Los Cabos. Once a hideaway for Hollywood’s golden age, it remains a haven of quiet exclusivity, where swimmable beaches and elegant suites create an enduring sense of place.
The Jet Experience
Time in the air is quiet, intentional and designed for discovery. Aboard the Airbus A321*, every detail is considered, so travel feels effortless. Italian leather flatbed seats offer space to rest and restore, while a 6.5:1 guest-to-crew ratio anticipates needs before they arise.
Guests on the Extended Itinerary travel aboard a Bombardier Challenger 850 on June 15, joining the group in Big Sky, Montana, before continuing onward on the A321.
*Aircraft is operated by Titan Airways Limited.
PIONEERING INNOVATION
Pioneering Innovation
Travel aboard the newest jet in the Group Jet Expedition category, with one of the largest cabins by height and width of all single-aisle aircraft in the market. The Airbus A321 is approximately 30% more fuel efficient than a Boeing 757 and for your safety, incorporates the most up-to-date, hospital-grade air filtration system that renews the cabin air every few minutes.
COMFORT & EASE
Comfort & Ease
The private jet becomes your home in the sky for the entire tour. Your comfort is assured with a roomy interior custom-configured with only 52 flatbed Italian leather seats that offer 6.5 feet of personal reclining space.
EXPERIENCED STAFF & CREW
Experienced Staff & Crew
Taking care of you is an exceptional 18-member team of flight crew and staff. Your experienced expedition leader and two assistant leaders manage all logistics and handle all details, making your trip hassle-free. Also flying with you are an onboard chef, photographer, two subject matter experts and an emergency-room-trained physician.
IN-FLIGHT AMENITIES
In-Flight Amenities
Onboard amenities include Bose noise-cancelling headsets, iPads for streaming curated content and L’Occitane products. Onboard connectivity features an enhanced in-flight presentation system, on-demand entertainment and Wi-Fi.
Price & Inclusions
All-Inclusive Price
$135,000
per person, double occupancy. $13,500 solo supplement. Child sharing price: $128,000 (with 1 adult); $115,000 (with 2 adults). The above prices are for Classic Itinerary (16 days, 5 destinations, 52 guests). Contact us for applicable terms & conditions of the operator-participant contract.
June 12 – 30 (19 days) | 30 guests
$150,000
per person, double occupancy. $15,000 solo supplement.Child sharing price: $142,500 (with 1 adult); $127,500 (with 2 adults).
Contact us for applicable terms & conditions of the operator-participant contract.
The price of this all-inclusive expedition covers everything from travel by private aircraft, hotels, and all meals and beverages (including select beer, wine and spirits aboard the jet and at group lunches and dinners), to ground transportation, all daily activities, top-of-the-line guides and every single tip. See below in the FAQs for a full list of what is included.
This expedition includes some Explorer Destinations—off-the-beaten-path stops chosen for their remote beauty, wildlife access or historical and cultural significance, rather than luxury lodging and dining.
Our Dedicated Staff and Knowledgeable Experts
An experienced team takes care of all the logistics before, during and after your trip. Your dedicated guest services manager prepares you for your trip of a lifetime and a veteran team of expedition leaders travels with you, taking care of all the details throughout your journey. You will travel with on-trip subject matter experts—as well as meet with local guides—who will bring each destination to life with real-time insights into culture, history and daily life.
Amanda Zurita
Expedition Leader
Ashley McMahan
Guest Services Manager
Stephen Cunha
ON-TRIP EXPERT
Paul North
Photographer
Your Journey Awaits
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TCS Advantage
Time-Saving
Flying direct where possible means spending less time in the air and at airports and fewer layovers. On the ground, maximize your time in the local culture by enjoying special access to sites and fewer logistical hassles.
Accommodations
Selected for proximity to sights and ease of access, the properties on your trip are five-star and unique wherever possible, depending on destination remoteness or level of development.
Dining
Enjoy elevated culinary experiences in-flight and on-ground, often showcasing local flavors. We can also accommodate individual dietary preferences.
FAQs
This once-in-a-lifetime trip is the perfect way to spend quality time with your partner or to treat yourself to an adventure you’ll never forget. Adults of all ages take our trips, sometimes with a companion and sometimes by themselves. You will meet fellow guests with a curiosity about the world and come away with unforgettable memories and special friendships. It can also help you memorably mark a special occasion, whether it’s an anniversary, birthday, retirement, honeymoon or other milestone.
The minimum age to take our expeditions is 12, but we will consider younger guests on a case-by-case basis.
Shortly after booking, your guest services manager will email you more details about your trip. This dedicated professional will be your main point of contact. He or she will provide you additional information leading up to your departure and is available to answer any questions via phone or email.
Prior to departure, you will receive a set of amenities for your trip. These may include a wheeled bag, a backpack, packing cubes and other useful travel items.
Our trips are a unique opportunity for like-minded travelers who are interested in learning and exploring to come together. The strong friendships forged on our trips continue long after guests return home and open the door to more travel adventures.
On expeditions with 48 or more travelers, daily activities will be divided into intimate groups of 6 to 12, so you never feel like you’re part of a crowd. On all trips, we offer numerous activity options at each destination such as: guided small-group sightseeing, curated shopping, and exclusive visits to museums and landmarks. Other examples include more active options like hikes or snorkeling, as well as unforgettable moments like an intimate guided exploration of Angkor Wat and our hot-air balloon ride over the Serengeti.
TCS World Travel is committed to maintaining the quality and safety of the expedition for all participants, as you travel from city to city, country to country and continent to continent. This allows you peace of mind and to be able to enjoy all of the wonderful experiences safe in the knowledge that our expeditions meet our high safety standards and protocols. As you would expect from a Private Jet Operator, we take the health and safety of everyone on our expeditions very seriously and we listen to customer feedback and use it to continually maintain and improve safety standards.
What to Expect During Your Journey:
- Uneven ground/frequent walking up to one mile at any given time
- Climbing stairs to board the jet, as many foreign airports do not have jetways
- Trip pace—one to three nights in each stop, including some late-night activities and early-morning departures
- Adjusting to time zone changes
- High altitude (depending on the expedition)
- Changes from your “normal” routine: unique local cuisine, frequent packing/unpacking
Of course, travel is not without some inherent risks. The information below is designed to help ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable experience:
Excursions & Activities
Overall, our expeditions give you the freedom to set your own pace. Each destination on every itinerary offers a variety of options with different activity levels. In some, you may only be walking for short periods of time and have more downtime between excursions, while in others, you may spend the entire day touring or walking over uneven terrain. You may, of course, choose to have a day off and relax at any location. Our excursions and activities are graded internally based on established criteria and control measures.
- Activity: These are a low inherent risk in activity or environment. You would be looking rather than participating or doing.
- Type of activity or similar (list is not exhaustive): Museums, walking tours, shopping, dance lessons
- Potential inherent risks (list is not exhaustive): Slips, trips and falls injuries, bruising, grazing etc.
- Activity: There is some potential inherent risk in the activity, environment and attractions. Venues may feature water immersion. Other activities may directly involve customer participation in the activity or process.
- Type of activity or similar (list is not exhaustive): Horse or camel riding, boat trips or cruises, cable cars, show caves, rickshaws, tuk-tuk, sandboarding
- Potential inherent risks (list is not exhaustive): Animal mood, unpredictability or feeling they are in danger and reacts, injury or animal attack, equipment standards and fitting, embarkation and disembarkation trips and falls, equipment failure causing injury
- Activity: There is a high inherent risk involved in the activity or process which, if not controlled, may pose risk, and, again, attractions and venues may feature water immersion. The activity requires a safety briefing and ongoing qualified instruction and supervision. During the activity, the participants own actions can influence the outcome and serious injury can occur if incorrectly managed.
- Type of activity or similar (list is not exhaustive): Water sports, game drives, Jeeps, snowmobiles, go-karting, Vespa riding, shark cage diving, mountain biking
- Potential inherent risks (list is not exhaustive): Drowning, tide changes or rip tides, no lifeguarding, sea or motion sickness, attack or injury by marine life or animals, slipping on wet surfaces, hypothermia, vehicle overturning, embarkation and disembarkation trips and falls, head and other bodily injury from being thrown or falling from the vessel or vehicle, injury or animal attack
- Activity: There is a high inherent risk involved in the activity or process which, if not controlled, may pose risk, and, again, attractions and venues may feature water immersion. The activity requires a safety briefing and ongoing qualified instruction and supervision. The participants own actions can influence the outcome and serious injury or fatality can occur if incorrectly managed.
- Type of activity or similar (list is not exhaustive): Rafting including white water, zip lines or canopy, ATV or UTV or buggies, scuba diving, rock climbing, shooting and ranges
- Potential inherent risks (list is not exhaustive): Disorientation, vertigo, altitude and motion sickness; slipping, sliding, tripping and falling from platforms; coming in contact with gear, cargo, rigging, or guests equipment failure; guide instruction clothing, jewelry, or hair entanglement; novice drivers causing injury to themselves and others; not following guide instructions causing serious injury to themselves and others.
Slips, trips and falls can occur at any time and we ask that you stay alert, be aware of your surroundings, wear appropriate footwear, choose routes that are well lit and avoid shortcuts.
Animal Welfare
Wildlife viewing, use of working animals and animal attractions have the potential to offer customers memorable and authentic experiences on their holidays, and they can play a vital role in education and conservation, as well as providing job opportunities and supporting the economy. However, these attractions require careful management to ensure animal safeguarding, and the physical and mental state of the animal is prioritized. TCS believes that none of the trips offered across its portfolio of brands should negatively impact the welfare of animals. We are committed to continuously assessing any animal interactions that take place on our trips, to ensure that animal welfare is prioritized, and not exploited. Therefore, TCS does not offer:
- Performances involving wild animals that require them to elicit unnatural behaviors, or where the training involves punishment or food deprivation and causes animal fear, injury or distress
- Physical interaction with wild animals such as holding, petting or taking photos where the animal does not have the choice of moving away or where there is no care requirement for the animal
- This includes, but is not limited to, the following activities which we do not condone any participation in:
- Elephant shows or rides for tourists
- Experiences involving captive whales, dolphins or porpoises
- Tourist contact or feeding of wild cats, crocodiles, great apes or bears
- “Walking with” wild cats, such as lions, cheetahs, leopards, etc.
- Ostrich riding
- Animals being used for fighting, such as bull fighting, cockfighting, dog fighting, etc.
- Drugging of animals to subdue them
- Rodeo events that conduct calf-roping, team-roping, steer wrangling and other activities that are detrimental to the animals’ wellbeing
- Hunting of any kind
Vehicle Standards
Standards can vary from country to country and seatbelts may not be provided on every seat, as it is not always a legislative requirement in that country. Seatbelts should be utilized where available, such as airport and activity transfers, Jeep safaris and game safaris.
Road Safety
The rules of the road can be very different to those we are used to; please be vigilant at all times and familiarize yourself with the direction of traffic and look both ways before crossing the road. In some countries traffic is not required to stop at pedestrian crossings.
On-Trip Safety
Before TCS travels to any destination, we vet it for safety. TCS closely monitors all health situations. We monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), the US Department of State, the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office and other third-party destination experts, and are consulting with our trusted local suppliers to evaluate travel to all locations featured on our expeditions.
The beauty of private jet travel is the ease of pivoting. If we need to change an itinerary for any reason, we can use our contacts in countries worldwide to assist us with making alternate arrangements for our group. These changes could be made well in advance of arrival or even while we are in the air en route to a given location.
On-Trip Resources
On many expeditions, a trip physician will be available to consult with you at your request about general medical health issues such as upper-respiratory infections or gastrointestinal upsets, which are not uncommon on this type of trip. Should you become seriously ill en route, the trip physician will be able to liaise with local physicians at your request and, if necessary, your medical providers back home, to assist in determining what further care you may require.
On-Trip Activity Level
We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate participants with special needs; however, we cannot accommodate wheelchairs or walkers. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements can be made for private touring at each destination. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the participant.
As part of our commitment to climate and nature action, we’ve joined our sister companies across the Travelopia Group* to partner with Blue Marine Foundation.
Our objective is to help conserve the stunning coastlines and marine life that enrich your travel experiences and help restore ocean ecosystems that are vital in tackling climate change. Together with our sister travel companies, we aim to support the conservation and restoration of 7,000 hectares of vital marine ecosystems through seven global projects.
*TCS World Travel is a member of the Travelopia group of travel companies which has come together to partner with Blue Marine Foundation.
Our luggage allowances are based on the type of aircraft on which the expedition is offered. On the custom Airbus A321, luggage typically is limited to two checked bags: the wheeled bag we mail you and one additional large suitcase of your own. On expeditions on smaller aircraft like the Fokker 70, guests are allowed the wheeled bag we mail you and one additional smaller bag due to weight restrictions. Bags will be stored in the hold of the jet during our flights, but you will be allowed to take your backpack and another small personal item, such as purse or camera bag, along with you in the cabin.
On many trips, a dedicated expedition staff member handles your luggage throughout the journey. In many destinations, our staff will transfer your luggage directly from the plane to your hotel room. In others, you may be required to walk your bags through customs before handing them over to our staff, but we take over from there. Secure vehicles accompanied by a dedicated expedition staff member are used to transfer luggage between the airport and the hotel on arrival and departure. Often times, your bag is in your room by the time you’re checked into the hotel.
We suggest you bring comfortable clothing that can be layered. One of your most important items is a pair of comfortable shoes for walking. Our guests generally dress up a little for the welcome and farewell dinners, but this is their choice and is certainly not required. Also, you will find slightly more formal dining options at many of the hotels where we stay. For this reason, you may want to bring a few nicer outfits. A more detailed packing list with specific clothing recommendations will be sent to you closer to the departure date. While you’re packing, please keep in mind that laundry services are available at most of our hotels. We also recommend you leave extra space in your suitcase to bring home souvenirs of your journey.
TCS World Travel is committed to safeguarding the security of its guests on every expedition. The company has implemented a set of security processes throughout the journey from before guests depart to when they touch down in a destination. These processes have been fine-tuned over two decades and more than 300 private jet expeditions and thousands of custom trips to help ensure peace of mind for everyone involved.
All guests must have valid passports to participate in this program. Passports must be valid at least 6 months beyond the end date of your expedition. If visas are required for the expedition, a visa kit will be sent to you approximately between 6 and 3 months prior to departure depending on destination requirements. We work with an expediting service that helps make getting your required visas easier. Although you’re still required to fill out your visa forms and cover the application costs, they will review the application to make sure it’s complete and liaise with the necessary consulates and embassies to process your visas.
We pre-fill your customs and immigrations forms at every stop—all you have to do is sign. Where possible, our guests enjoy special privileges, such as expedited customs and immigration formalities. We may have a dedicated customs counter for our group and are occasionally allowed to go through without individual clearance.
The price of your expedition incorporates large items like the jet, hotels, transportation and meals, but it also includes many other things, such as activities, top-of-the-line guides, private dinners in restaurants, beverages and every single tip (guides, restaurants, hotel staff, drivers, etc.). In addition, we give you some “walking around money” in the local currency at each stop. We also supply you with all the bottled water you can drink all day every day. We even provide you with postcards that we mail for you—all you have to do is write.
Your expedition includes:
- Travel on a privately chartered jet
- First-class accommodations
- Ground transportation
- All meals and beverages, including select beer, wine and spirits aboard the jet and group lunches and dinners
- All sightseeing activities, from guided small-group excursions and private shopping to more active options such as snorkeling and hikes
- Special events and private access
- Top local guides and/or on-trip experts
- A veteran expedition team who handles all logistics
- On some itineraries, a trip physician who accompanies you throughout your journey
- All gratuities
- Luggage handling
Your expedition does not include:
- Commercial airfare between your home city and departure/arrival destination
- Optional and additional accident/baggage/cancellation insurance
- Passport and visa fees
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone and fax fees
- All beverages not mentioned above as included
- Hotel minibar charges
- Meals not scheduled by TCS World Travel
- Inoculation and medication costs of any kind
*Aircraft operated by BeOnd Airlines.
Reservation Process
To reserve your place on the Tour, you must complete and sign the Reservation Form and pay your deposit. The deposit can be made by wire transfer or by a major credit card such as American Express, Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card. To cover the cost of processing a credit or charge card transaction, and pursuant to applicable state regulations (including, with respect to Colorado, section 5-2-212, Colorado Revised Statutes), TCS charges a surcharge of 3.0% for credit card payments. This surcharge is not greater than our merchant discount rate for credit card transactions and does not apply to payment via debit card, ACH or check or redemption of a gift card or to credit card payments with a billing address in Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Puerto Rico. Your place on the Tour is not reserved until the deposit and signed reservation form are both received.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel your reservation or change your plans, your right to receive a refund is limited, as set forth in the trip payment schedule. All cancellations will become effective as of the date of the postmark or email receipt. All requests for refunds must be sent to TCS World Travel in writing via mail, fax or email.
If you are traveling solo and prefer the privacy of your own room, you will be charged a solo traveler supplement. This ensures that individual travelers will get the same type and size rooms as our double occupancy travelers.
The Jet tour is operated by TCS World Travel, dedicated to delivering immersive, worry-free travel experiences for the globally curious and modern luxury traveler. The aircraft is operated by BeOnd Airlines.
We strongly recommend purchasing insurance to protect your travel investment. We offer a best-in-class trip insurance program available exclusively to guests on our group jet expeditions. Our program provides unique benefits that you won’t find anywhere else in the insurance market, including:
- Insurance for your entire trip cost in a single streamlined plan
- The ability to purchase the plan and waive pre-existing conditions any time up until final payment
- COVID-19 coverage, with the option to cancel before your trip departs
- Flexibility to pay in installments and insure your trip as you go
Our insurance program also includes these additional benefits for your peace of mind:
- No-risk guarantee allowing you to cancel your plan within 10 days and receive a full refund
- Coverage for trip cancellation/interruption, baggage loss, emergency dental and more
- Option to add on Cancel For Any Reason (“CFAR”) coverage for up to 75 percent of your trip cost
If you would like a personalized quote, or have any questions about our insurance program, please contact our Guest Relations team at 800.454.4149.
Global health institutions like the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are now categorizing COVID-19 as an endemic disease, similar to other infectious diseases we live with daily. In response to this changing global scenario, most countries have now relaxed or dropped their COVID-19 vaccine and testing regulations TCS has adapted our policy as well.
- While we highly recommend that guests be vaccinated, we are no longer requiring vaccines for guests to travel on a TCS group jet expedition, unless it is required by one of the destinations on the program.
- There will no longer be required testing for COVID-19 either prior to trip start, at trip start or during your journey, unless it is required by one of the destinations on the program or recommended by the trip physician for treatment support.
- We will strongly recommend any guests who are exhibiting symptoms of illnesses (such as colds or flu) to mask when they are around other guests, helping to reduce transmission and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
We look forward to embarking on an extraordinary journey together as travel gradually returns to normal. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Looking for Something Different?
Choose Private Custom Travel if our group jet expeditions aren’t quite what you’re looking for. You pick the dates and destinations, and we plan and execute every last detail for you. We are your one-stop resource for all kinds of personalized luxury trips using private jets or commercial airlines.

Guest Reviews
A Silk Road
Everything about this experience was meticulously curated. Our comfort, safety, entertainment and education was beautifully orchestrated. An ambitious itinerary that enriched our lives in part by eliminating all tedious aspects of international travel while ensuring we ate and rested well. Until our next trip… thank you TCS
People, Places, Process, Plane
The People, first and foremost, from booking agent to baggage handlers-professionalism, experience and the highest dedication to service. The Places, all bucket list worthy, done like you are a VIP. The Process, seamless transitions every step of the way mean that you can relax and enjoy the travel experience. The Plane, luxury, comfort and efficiency!
Start to finish amazing travel experience!
From the first point of contact with staff to the very last time spent with them and on the trip, I couldn’t have asked for a better travel company and incredible trip around the world. So many special touches, access to sites not available to the general public, all along the way in great hands. I can’t recommend enough TCS for out of this world, all over the world trips!
TCS World Travel
TCS World Travel trip was the trip of a lifetime. We were able to see so many places we would have never been able to visit in one trip or by ourselves. Trip was very well planned. Airplane crew and travel staff were amazing. Aircraft and lodging during trip were the best.
Offering many wonderful opportunities.
Efficient luxury travel
TCS allows you to see multiple destinations – many that would be difficult to travel to on your own – in a fast, efficient and comfortable manner. They craft a trip that helps you to sample some of the finest aspects of each location, such as the architecture, the history, the food and other aspects of the local culture. Their staff is kind and goes out of their way to ensure that all the guests are having an excellent experience.
We would give TCS 10 stars if we could!
We would give TCS 10 stars if we could! TCS executed an incredible adventure. Every detail was covered, every lecture was timely and interesting and every detail was perfectly done– even anticipated. This was our first Group Tour after being apprehensive for years. TCS knows how to do everything right.
TCS goes above and beyond
We had a major problem on the first day of our trip when weather prevented landing at our first destination. TCS found us alternate eating arrangements and hotel accomodations and got us a replacement air charter six hours later that allowed us to get to our first tour as scheduled. At the end of our trip TCS got us into the Valley of the Kings in Giza after hours. Forty of us had a private two hour tour of five of the tombs, including King Tut and Ramses. They arranged special activities like this throughout the trip.
A wholly 5 Star experience!
Apart from the wonderful itinerary, fabulous destinations, and first-class ground staff and tour guides at every destination … our trip was made perfect by the really great all round TCS team of extremely knowledgeable, resourceful, helpful and friendly professionals. The same must be said equally of their expedition Doctor, Photographer, Archeologist and Historian, ALSO, equally, the fantastic aircraft pilots and their entire crew from Titan – all BRILLIANT! We were especially lucky, too, in that our trip enjoyed a very cohesive group of guests – everyone got along very well with one another. A real pleasure!

