- Airbus A321
- Flatbed Seats
- 52 Guests
Travel the paths that shaped the modern world
London, England
Overview
Meet fellow guests, your expert trip leaders and dedicated guest services staff for a welcome dinner. As your adventure begins, enjoy the atmosphere of one of the world’s most iconic cities. Tomorrow, we depart for Italy.
Accommodations
- Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
Palermo, Italy
Featured Experiences
- Palatine Chapel & Palazzo Gangi
- Sicilian Puppet Show
- Traditional Cooking Class
Accommodations
- Villa Igiea, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Featured Experiences
- Registan Square
- Bibi Khanum Mosque
- Silk Carpet Workshop
Accommodations
- Samarkand Regency Amir Temur
Galle, Sri Lanka
Featured Experiences
- Sigiriya Rock Fort
- Tour of Weligama Fish Market
- Tea Plantation
Accommodations
- Cape Weligama
Bangkok, Thailand
Featured Experiences
- The Klongs of Bangkok
- Royal Grand Palace Tour
- Market Visit and Cooking School
Accommodations
- Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River
Paro, Bhutan
Featured Experiences
- Tiger’s Nest Monastery Hike
- Rinpung Dzong Visit
- Thimphu Excursion
Accommodations
- Taj Paro Resort & Spa
Kathmandu, Nepal
Featured Experiences
- Bhaktapur Palace
- Boudhanath Stupa
- Pashupatinath Visit
Accommodations
- The Dwarika’s Hotel
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Featured Experiences
- Sarajevo Siege Storytelling Tour
- Tour of Bascarsija
- National Museum
Accommodations
- Swissôtel Sarajevo
Tangier, Morocco
Featured Experiences
- Day Trip to Chefchaouen
- Ibn Battuta & Kasbah Museum
- Flavors of Morocco Culinary Class
Accommodations
- Fairmont Tazi Palace
Boston, Massachusetts
Overview
The gateway to New England, Boston offers numerous opportunities to explore United States history, including the Freedom Trail. Enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers and an overnight stay at the Mandarin Oriental Boston, before returning home on your independent flight the next day.
Accommodations
- Mandarin Oriental, Boston
Itinerary
Your journey begins in London
Meet fellow guests, your expert trip leaders and dedicated guest services staff for a welcome dinner. As your adventure begins, enjoy the atmosphere of one of the world’s most iconic cities. Tomorrow, we depart for Italy.
Accommodations
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
In the heart of Mayfair, classic British style meets contemporary comfort at the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane. Take in panoramic city views from Bar Antoine or retreat to the rooftop spa—an airy sanctuary with wide-reaching views across Hyde Park.
A story of Sicilian culture, craft and cuisine
Trace centuries of Arab and Norman influence through the streets of Sicily’s capital. Explore UNESCO-listed landmarks such as the Palatine Chapel and Monreale Cathedral, before discovering traditional Sicilian cuisine through hands-on cooking classes, private wine tastings and intimate dinners in historic villas.
Featured Experiences
Palatine Chapel & Palazzo Gangi
Take a guided tour of Sicily’s Royal Palace, where the Palatine Chapel glows with golden Byzantine mosaics. Continue to Palazzo Gangi to take in the opulence of its Rococo Hall of Mirrors.
Featured Experiences
Sicilian Puppet Show
The Teatro Opera dei Pupi offers a window into one of Sicily’s most distinctive storytelling traditions. Experience a private performance and discover a unique cultural art form that has been handed down for generations, listed by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Featured Experiences
Traditional Cooking Class
In Palermo’s lively Ballaro Market, join a hands-on cooking class at a local bistro where you’ll learn to prepare Sicilian classics such as pasta, arancini and cannoli. Afterwards, enjoy a three-course lunch featuring the dishes you’ve made.
Featured Experiences
Monte Pellegrino
Take a scenic hike on Monte Pellegrino, described by Goethe as “the most beautiful promontory in the world.” Enjoy panoramic views over Palermo and the Tyrrhenian Sea, then enter the Santa Rosalia Sanctuary for a tour of its limestone grotto.
Featured Experiences
Sallier de la Tour Wine Tasting
Visit the Sallier de la Tour winery in Monreale DOC, where Inzolia and Nero d’Avola thrive in clay-sand soils. Join the estate’s experts for a walk through the vineyards, a cellar tour and wine tasting before a hosted lunch at a private villa.
Accommodations
Villa Igiea, a Rocco Forte Hotel
A 19th-century palazzo overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, Villa Igiea transports you back to the Sicilian Belle Époque with its tiered gardens and restored Art Nouveau interiors. Enjoy an aperitivo at the Igiea Terraza bar within the villa’s sandstone vaults, before dining in the original Louis XVI hall at restaurant Florio.
At the heart of the Silk Road
With evidence of human settlements here dating back as far as 1500 B.C., Samarkand is one of the oldest cities in the world. An influential stop on the legendary Silk Road and the former capital city of the Timur empire, it became a key cultural and economic hub for Central Asia and, most recently, a UNESCO-listed historic city.
Featured Experiences
Registan Square
Registan Square was the centerpiece of ancient Samarkand. Three grand madrasah—historic centers of Islamic learning—frame this public square, each displaying beautiful blue tilework and distinct domed architecture.
Featured Experiences
Bibi Khanum Mosque
Built in record time more than 500 years ago, this massive mosque was one of the most impressive grand structures of its period. Restoration work continues to preserve the geometric patterns and ornate tiling of its striking façade.
Featured Experiences
Silk Carpet Workshop
Visit a local silk carpet workshop to learn about Uzbekistan’s rich carpet-weaving traditions and the efforts underway to preserve them. View the intricate artistic and production processes and browse carpets available for purchase.
Featured Experiences
Koni Ghil Paper Artisans
Head to the town of Koni Ghil to meet artisans who have revived the Uzbek craft of handmade paper, learning how they transform materials such as silk, henna, mulberry and rose water into delicate paper products.
Accommodations
Samarkand Regency Amir Temur
Located in the heart of this historic city, Samarkand Regency Amir Temur offers modern comforts and attentive service. Onsite dining options feature Uzbek and international cuisine, while the Terrace Bar offers sweeping views of the city skyline. The hotel’s spa and wellness center provides relaxing treatments designed to rejuvenate both mind and body.
Reflections of the Indian Ocean’s great trading routes
On Sri Lanka’s southern coast, Galle has long held a strategic position along the trading routes of the Indian Ocean. Trace centuries of exchange through streets and UNESCO-listed monuments shaped by Arab, Portuguese, Chinese, Dutch and British influences.
Featured Experiences
Sigiriya Rock Fort
Transfer by private helicopter to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sigiriya Rock Fort, or “Lion Rock.” Rising 200 meters above the surrounding landscape, this ancient fortress is one of the oldest and best-preserved sites in the region. At the nearby Dambulla Cave Temples, statues and vibrant murals date back as far as the 8th century B.C.
Featured Experiences
Tour of Weligama Fish Market
Visit the lively local fish market and watch fishermen bring their colorful catch of the day ashore. Stalls brim with fish, prawns, lobster and squid fresh from the Indian Ocean, offering a vivid introduction to a coastal trade shaped by the sea.
Featured Experiences
Tea Plantation
Venture into rolling hills and terraced tea fields to learn about the production of Ceylon tea, one of Sri Lanka’s most significant exports. Learn about its history in the country and sample different varieties, before continuing to a cinnamon farm to taste another of the island’s defining ingredients.
Featured Experiences
Galle Fort
Explore the 16th-century Galle Fort, where European architecture and South Asian tradition meet within one of the region’s best-preserved historic sites. Originally built by the Portuguese as a fortified trading post, its UNESCO-listed, colonial-era streets are now filled with shops, cafes and museums.
Accommodations
Cape Weligama
High on Sri Lanka’s verdant southern cliffs, the villas and suites of Cape Weligama offer sweeping views across the Indian Ocean. Relax by the infinity pool, unwind at the spa, and enjoy refined menus across the resort’s dining venues.
Soak up the sights and sounds of a city in motion
Discover the different sides of Bangkok’s dynamic spirit, from the rich flavors of its food to the timeless architecture of its gilded temples and the relaxed rhythms of life along the river.
Featured Experiences
The Klongs of Bangkok
Board a private boat for an exclusive tour of the small canals that branch off from the Chao Phraya River, revealing a largely unseen Bangkok filled with wooden houses on stilts, floating kitchens, markets and waterside Buddhist temples.
Featured Experiences
Royal Grand Palace Tour
The Grand Royal Palace is the most important and impressive palace in Thailand. This complex of magnificent buildings has been the official residence of the King of Siam since 1782 and houses the mysterious Emerald Buddha, the most revered Buddha image in the country.
Featured Experiences
Market Visit and Cooking School
Discover the dynamic variety of Thai cuisine—from street food carts to cutting-edge tasting menus from Michelin-starred restaurants. Head to a local market to witness vendors creating mounds of fresh green curry paste and coconut milk, before learning to prepare a traditional Thai dish yourself in a cooking class.
Featured Experiences
Muay Thai Lesson
Take an energetic lesson with your hotel’s Muay Thai coach, a former boxer and certified trainer in authentic Thai boxing. Learn the basics of the art of eight limbs while simultaneously enjoying an excellent workout.
Accommodations
Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River
This riverfront property offers a resort-style sanctuary with sweeping views from the heart of the city’s revitalized creative district. Gaze out on the river from the infinity and lap pools or indulge in nature-inspired spa treatments with Thai influences. Choose from a variety of international dining options, from gourmet dim sum to Italian and French.
A remote Himalayan kingdom known as the “last Shangri-La”
With its snow-capped peaks, dramatic valleys and deeply spiritual culture, Bhutan has been captivating foreign visitors since it opened to mass tourism in the 1970s. Gain a rare, authentic insight into daily life as you travel through scenic panoramas and experience Bhutanese traditions that have been well-preserved through years of isolation.
Featured Experiences
Tiger’s Nest Monastery Hike
Take a spectacular hike to Taktsang Palphug Monastery, known as the Tiger’s Nest. Perched 10,200 feet above sea level, it is one of the country’s most revered sites, named for the flying tigress that is said to have carried the Guru Rinpoche here in the eighth century.
Featured Experiences
Rinpung Dzong Visit
Known as the “Fortress on the Heap of Jewels,” the huge, buttressed walls of the Rinpung Dzong tower over the town of Paro and are visible throughout the valley. Construction first began in 1644, and today it houses both the monastic body and district government offices.
Featured Experiences
Thimphu Excursion
In the country’s capital, Thimphu, tour the 12th-century Changangkha Lhakhang temple—a fortress-like sanctuary above the city known for its tradition of blessing newborns. Then, visit the towering Buddha Dordenma statue and the National Textile Museum, which displays Bhutanese weaving and textiles.
Accommodations
Taj Paro Resort & Spa
At the foot of the Tiger’s Nest, Taj Paro Resort & Spa is an unhurried hideaway where locally crafted interiors reflect classic Bhutanese warmth. Take in views of the surrounding mountains and monastery or enjoy spa treatments rooted in Himalayan tradition.
A city of spirituality and sacred tradition
Buddhism and Hinduism peacefully coexist in Nepal—a harmony reflected in Kathmandu’s diverse array of stupas and temples. This city is home to four UNESCO World Heritage sites, ranging from the colorful spectacles of Durbar Square and Bhaktapur Palace to the quiet reverence of the Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple.
Featured Experiences
Bhaktapur Palace
Explore the city’s “Palace of Fifty-Five Windows,” so named for its beautiful wooden window frames. The intricately carved golden gate that leads to the palace is equally impressive, inviting you in to begin your exploration.
Featured Experiences
Boudhanath Stupa
Gaze upon the huge Boudhanath Stupa, the center of the Tibetan community in Nepal, where thousands of pilgrims gather daily under the all-seeing eyes of Buddha painted on a gilded tower above the central dome.
Featured Experiences
Pashupatinath Visit
Venture into the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pashupatinath, a Hindu temple built in unique Nepalese pagoda style and dedicated to Shiva.
Featured Experiences
Patan Tour
Uncover the rich history and culture of Kathmandu’s neighboring city, Patan, whose Sanskrit name of Lalitpur means “city of beauty.” Stroll through Durbar Square, an expansive plaza in front of the royal palace, to gaze upon lavish temples, multistoried pagodas and intricate brickwork.
Accommodations
The Dwarika’s Hotel
Inspired by the palaces of Nepal’s Newar kings, Dwarika’s Hotel blends traditional artistry with refined comfort. Guest rooms feature handwoven linens and artisan-crafted furniture, while the central location offers seamless access to Kathmandu’s historic sites.
Where history endures and enlightens
Framed by the dramatic outline of the Dinaric Alps, Sarajevo is a vibrant, forward-looking city where the past is neither forgotten nor far-removed. Trace a path through the city’s Ottoman-era bazaars and expansive museums, before hearing firsthand how the 1992–1996 siege continues to shape the city and the lives of its residents.
Featured Experiences
Sarajevo Siege Storytelling Tour
Explore the city with a local guide, gaining an intimate insight into life during the 1992–1996 siege. Each tour evolves with the personal narrative of your guide, as they share firsthand stories of their experience during this time and lead you between sites key to this history.
Featured Experiences
Tour of Bascarsija
Absorb Sarajevo’s rich tapestry of culture as you stroll through Bascarsija, the city’s historic central bazaar, weaving your way through colorful stalls laden with ornate crafts, clothing and jewelry, as well as local treats like Turkish delight.
Featured Experiences
National Museum
Take in more of the city’s complex history at the National Museum, home to the Sarajevo Haggadah, a 14th-century illuminated manuscript of the sacred Jewish text. Here, the museum’s curator will detail the story and cultural significance of this remarkably resilient work.
Accommodations
Swissôtel Sarajevo
Rising above the skyline, Swissôtel Sarajevo overlooks both the city and surrounding mountains. Easy access and contemporary interiors make this a calm, modern retreat, while dining options include Bosnian fusion in an open kitchen setting.
Echoes of empires at the edge of continents
Located where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, Tangier has long been shaped by centuries of exchange. Wander the medina and discover historic landmarks, then journey inland to the town of Chefchaouen, Morocco’s fabled Blue Pearl. From hilltop vistas to hands-on traditions, each moment offers deeper immersion into this storied corner of North Africa.
Featured Experiences
Day Trip to Chefchaouen
Journey inland to the colorful streets of Morocco’s “Blue Pearl,” cradled beneath the Rif Mountains. Wander through the medina, exploring quiet alleyways and sunlit courtyards where walls and doorways shift in tone from cobalt to indigo. Browse local goods at busy market stalls or hike to the Spanish Mosque for incredible views over the valley below.
Featured Experiences
Ibn Battuta & Kasbah Museum
Discover the legacy of explorer and scholar Ibn Battuta at Borj En-Naâm, where his travels are brought to life through maps, manuscripts and artifacts. Then, visit the newly renovated Kasbah Museum, where courtyards and curated exhibitions trace the history of the area, from prehistoric times to the 19th century.
Featured Experiences
Flavors of Morocco Culinary Class
Join local chefs for a hands-on culinary experience within a private villa where Moroccan heritage is complemented by early 20th-century design. Hand-shape bread, prepare a traditional tagine and take part in a Moroccan tea ritual before gathering around the table to share in the meal you’ve created.
Featured Experiences
Cap Spartel & Kasbah Museum
Venture to Cap Spartel, the dramatic headland at the intersection of the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Follow shaded paths through eucalyptus and cork trees to a 19th-century lighthouse perched above the sea. Later, head to the Kasbah Museum, housed in a former palace, where Roman mosaics, carved woodwork and ancient artifacts reflect Tangier’s history.
Accommodations
Fairmont Tazi Palace
Step into a 1920s palace overlooking Tangier’s medina and emerald forests. At Fairmont Tazi Palace, relax in Moroccan‑Andalusian elegance in rooms with private balconies, unwind in the lush gardens and spa, and choose from seven restaurants showcasing locally inspired cuisine—all woven with the city’s timeless spirit.
Recap your journey among new friends in venerable Boston
The gateway to New England, Boston offers numerous opportunities to explore United States history, including the Freedom Trail. Enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers and an overnight stay at the Mandarin Oriental Boston, before returning home on your independent flight the next day.
Accommodations
Mandarin Oriental, Boston
With captivating views of Back Bay and Boston’s shimmering cityscape, Mandarin Oriental, Boston combines Oriental luxury with Bostonian style. The award-winning hotel’s accommodation reflects chic Art Deco design, and the on-site spa is one of the best in the city.
Price & Inclusions
All-Inclusive Price
$159,000
per person double occupancy. $15,900 solo supplement. Contact us for applicable terms & conditions of the operator-participant contract.
Ask a Question
The price of this all-inclusive expedition covers everything from travel by private jet, 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.
Traveling by private jet allows us to operate these global journeys with enhanced flexibility, safety and security far beyond what commercial travel can provide. If it becomes necessary, we can adapt our itinerary to make timely changes to destinations or routings, even while we are in the air. Before and throughout the trip, our advance staff on the ground prepare extensively for your arrival in each destination.
The Jet Experience
Embark on a journey of limitless potential on the new A321, the best-in-class plane for group jet expeditions. This aircraft offers so much more than the comfort of flatbed seats, the reliability of a new plane and in-air connectivity—it also becomes a welcoming home away from home during your travels. The moment you board the private jet, you can breathe deep and leave your worries at the door.
Aircraft is operated by Titan Airways Limited.
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
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
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
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.
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.
Expedition Leader
Jorge Acosta
Guest Services Manager
Expert
A knowledgeable expert from a renowned organization will accompany you throughout the trip and enrich your experiences with insights into the sights, cultures and people we encounter in each destination.
Your Journey Awaits
Safeguard yourself and your travel investment against the unexpected with TCS World Travel’s exclusive travel insurance. In partnership with Redpoint Travel Protection, we offer you a best-in-class trip insurance program available only to TCS guests. Enjoy unique benefits you won’t find anywhere else in the insurance market.
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. 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.
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 restore ocean ecosystems that are vital in tackling climate change. Together with our sister travel companies, we are supporting the conservation and restoration of thousands of hectares of vital marine ecosystems through projects across the globe.
*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 Titan Airways Limited.
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 Titan Airways, an IOSA-certified airlines with over 30 years of experience in bespoke air charter travel.
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 1-800-454-4149
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.
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Hear from our guests
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!

