A World Less Traveled: An 18-Day Private Jet Journey Across Europe, the Arabian Peninsula, West Africa & South America, Departing January 25, 2027

A World Less Traveled is an 18-day private jet expedition operated by TCS World Travel visiting 8 countries across Europe, the Arabian Peninsula, West Africa, and South America from January 25 to February 11, 2027. The journey departs London and concludes in Washington, D.C. traveling aboard a custom-configured Airbus A321 accommodating a maximum of 52 guests. Pricing starts at $145,000 per person based on double occupancy, with a $14,500 solo supplement.

Rather than concentrating on a single region or theme, A World Less Traveled connects archaeological landscapes, Atlantic cultural centers, desert environments, mountain cities and major festival traditions across four continents. The itinerary is structured around contrast and operational access, combining destinations that are geographically distant but thematically connected through cultural depth, visual distinctiveness, and logistical complexity.

Expedition Overview

• Duration: 18 days
• Dates: January 25 – February 11, 2027
• Aircraft: Custom-configured Airbus A321*
• Maximum Guests: 52
• Price: $145,000 per person, double occupancy; $14,500 solo supplement
• Route: London, England → AlUla, Saudia Arabia → Tangier & Chefchaouen, Morocco → Dakar, Senegal → Salvador, Bahia → Santa Cruz & Uyuni Salt Flats, Bolivia → Medellín, Colombia → Washington, D.C.

Trip Highlights

A Journey Defined by Contrast

A World Less Traveled connects destinations rarely combined within a single itinerary, including AlUla in Saudi Arabia, Chefchaouen in Morocco, Dakar in Senegal, Salvador during Brazil’s Carnival season, and Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni during mirror-season conditions.

The route moves from Nabataean archaeological landscapes and Atlantic cultural capitals to high-altitude desert environments across four continents, using a private jet to link regions that are logistically difficult to combine independently. By sequencing these destinations into one continuous route, the expedition creates perspective that is difficult to achieve through traditional regional travel. The experience centers on immersion into environments that differ dramatically in terrain, rhythm, architecture, climate and cultural expression.

Hard-to-Reach Destinations, Seamlessly Connected

Many of the destinations on this itinerary are among the most operationally complex regions to combine independently, particularly AlUla in Saudi Arabia, Dakar in Senegal, and Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia. Visiting these locations within one journey would typically require multiple commercial carriers, repeated airport transfers, overnight layovers and significantly longer transit times.

This private jet expedition removes much of that logistical friction, linking destinations across four continents into a single coordinated route. Direct private jet operations reduce transit inefficiencies while allowing more usable time on the ground in each destination.

The itinerary is also timed around seasonal access and cultural timing. The Bolivia segment aligns with mirror-season conditions on Salar de Uyuni, while the Brazil segment coincides with Carnival season in Salvador.

AlUla and the Ancient Landscapes of Saudi Arabia

AlUla contains Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved Nabataean archaeological sites outside Petra. The site includes more than 100 monumental sandstone tombs dating from the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE.

Guests stay at Habitas AlUla, a desert property integrated into the canyon landscape near Hegra. The itinerary includes a sunrise hot-air balloon flight over the sandstone formations and escarpments surrounding AlUla.

Seen within the broader route, AlUla introduces one of the expedition’s defining themes: remote landscapes shaped by trade routes, environmental extremes and long cultural continuity.

Morocco, Senegal and the Atlantic Cultural Corridor

The Morocco and Senegal segments connect North Africa and West Africa within one continuous routing. Chefchaouen is known for its blue-painted medina architecture and steep mountain setting, while Tangier reflects centuries of Mediterranean, European and North African exchange due to its position near the Strait of Gibraltar.

In Dakar, the itinerary shifts toward Atlantic West African culture, music, cuisine and contemporary art. Perched on the Cape Verde Peninsula, Dakar combines major contemporary African art institutions, historic neighborhoods and one of the region’s strongest cultural identities centered around Teranga, Senegal’s tradition of hospitality.

Salvador During Carnival Season

Salvador, the capital of Bahia in northeastern Brazil, hosts one of the world’s largest Carnival celebrations each year. The itinerary is timed to coincide with Carnival season, when music processions, parade groups known as blocos, and large-scale public performances transform the city. Guests get to experience Carnival through curated viewing access.

Beyond Carnival itself, Salvador adds another major cultural layer to the itinerary through its Afro-Brazilian history, colonial architecture and musical traditions.

Salar de Uyuni and the Landscapes of Bolivia

Salar de Uyuni in southwestern Bolivia is the world’s largest salt flat. The itinerary is timed during Bolivia’s rainy season, when a thin layer of water transforms the salt surface into a reflective landscape stretching to the horizon.

The expedition includes a dining experience directly on the salt flats, allowing guests to experience the landscape during the shifting light conditions that make Uyuni one of South America’s most visually distinctive environments.

Medellín and Contemporary Colombia

Medellín adds an urban and cultural counterpoint to the expedition’s desert and remote landscape environments. Located in Colombia’s Aburrá Valley, the city has undergone one of Latin America’s most visible urban transformations over the past several decades.

The itinerary includes exploration of Medellín’s historic center and Plaza Botero, where monumental sculptures by Colombian artist Fernando Botero line the public square. The Medellín stop also examines the city’s complicated relationship with the legacy of Pablo Escobar and the Medellín cartel. Guided exploration provides historical and social context around one of the most consequential periods in the city’s modern history and the transformation that followed.

Hotels Throughout the Journey

Guests stay at a mix of internationally recognized luxury hotels and destination-specific properties selected for location and access to surrounding environments.

Properties include Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane; Habitas AlUla; Fairmont Tazi Palace Tangier; Radisson Blu Hotel, Dakar Sea Plaza; Fasano Salvador Hotel; Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra Hotel; Medellin Marriott Hotel; and The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this private jet expedition designed for?

This journey is designed for travelers interested in culturally varied and operationally difficult destinations combined into a single seamless itinerary.

What makes A World Less Traveled different from other private jet expeditions?

The itinerary combines Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Senegal, Brazil during Carnival season, Bolivia during mirror season, and Colombia within one route, creating geographic and cultural contrasts rarely experienced together.

Why would this itinerary be difficult to replicate independently?

The route includes destinations with limited nonstop commercial connectivity and complex regional logistics, including AlUla, Dakar, and Salar de Uyuni.

What is the focus of this trip?

The itinerary is primarily cultural and experiential, focusing on archaeology, architecture, music traditions, landscapes and regional identity. Highlights range from the Nabataean tombs of Hegra and Chefchaouen’s blue-painted medina to Salvador’s Carnival traditions and the reflective landscapes of Salar de Uyuni. In Dakar, guests also experience Senegal’s distinctive culture and tradition of Teranga hospitality.

What are the signature experiences on this itinerary?

Signature experiences include a sunrise hot-air balloon flight over AlUla, exploration of Chefchaouen’s blue medina, Carnival access in Salvador, and a private dining experience on Salar de Uyuni.

What type of accommodations are used?

Guests stay at luxury hotels and destination-focused properties including Four Seasons, Fairmont, Fasano, Marriott, and Habitas properties.

Why is Salvador included during Carnival season?

The itinerary is timed to coincide with one of Brazil’s most significant annual cultural events, allowing guests to experience Salvador during its most dynamic period of music and public celebration.

Why is Bolivia included on the itinerary?

Bolivia provides access to Salar de Uyuni during mirror season, one of the most visually distinctive landscapes in South America. Guests explore the world’s largest salt flat by Land Cruiser before dining amid the vast landscape inside a private art installation created in collaboration with the Gastón Ugalde Foundation.

What does A World Less Traveled cost and what is included?

A World Less Traveled is priced from $145,000 per person based on double occupancy, with a $14,500 solo supplement.

This private jet journey includes:

• Private jet transportation between all destinations
• Accommodations at luxury hotels, lodges and desert retreats
• Curated, expert-led experiences in each location
• All meals, selected beverages and onboard dining
• Ground transportation and private transfers
• Dedicated expedition staff and guest services support
• All gratuities

^*Aircraft operated by Titan Airways Limited