- A-319 VIP
- Premium and Premium Ottoman Seats
- 36 Guests
Tibet and South Asia
Dubai, U.A.E.
Overview
Arrive in Dubai, a city of striking contrasts, where futuristic skylines rise above desert horizons. Gather for a festive welcome dinner to toast your extraordinary adventure across South Asia and into a land of sacred heights.
Accommodations
- Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai
Bhopal, India
Featured Experiences
- Bhimbetka Caves
Accommodations
- Taj Lakefront, Bhopal
Satpura Forest, India
Featured Experiences
- Boat & Canoe Safaris
- Jeep Game Drives
- Night Safaris
Accommodations
- Bori Safari Lodge
- Reni Pani Jungle Lodge
Lower Himalayas, Nepal
Featured Experiences
- Wellness at The Dwarika’s Sanctuary
- Namobuddha Monastery
- Panauti Village
Accommodations
- The Dwarika’s Sanctuary
Tibet, China
Alternate Destination: Kathmandu, Nepal (Low Altitude Alternative)
Featured Experiences
- Potala Palace Visit
- Norbulingka, the Summer Palace
- Sera Monastery
Accommodations
- The St. Regis Lhasa
Maldives
Featured Experiences
- Snorkeling & Reef Excursions
- Spa Treatments
- Scuba Diving
Accommodations
- Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa
Cultural Triangle, Sri Lanka
Featured Experiences
- Dambulla
- Sigiriya
- Minneriya National Park
Accommodations
- Jetwing Vil Uyana
Dubai, U.A.E.
Overview
Touch down in Dubai, a city of striking skylines and desert horizons. Whether you connect to your onward flight or stay to rest the night, this final stop offers time to reflect on the rare landscapes and remarkable moments of your journey.
Accommodations
- Mövenpick Al Bustan Dubai
Itinerary
Your journey begins in ultramodern Dubai
Arrive in Dubai, a city of striking contrasts, where futuristic skylines rise above desert horizons. Gather for a festive welcome dinner to toast your extraordinary adventure across South Asia and into a land of sacred heights.
Featured Experiences
Discover More Pre-trip Package
Dubai, U.A.E. | October 4 – 7, 2026
Elevate your expedition with three nights in Dubai, where helicopter tours, architectural icons and a cultural journey to Abu Dhabi immerse you in the artistry and innovation of the modern Gulf.
Accommodations
Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai
Set in the heart of the city, Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai offers considered guest rooms with sweeping skyline views. Elegant dining, a two-story wellness spa and rooftop pool—framed by lush gardens and panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf—enhance every stay.
The Begums’ city of the lakes
Framed by shimmering lakes and grand Mughal architecture, Bhopal reflects the enduring legacy of the Begums—female rulers whose influence is still evident in the city’s lakeside palaces and centuries-old mosques.
Featured Experiences
Bhimbetka Caves
En route to Satpura, pause at UNESCO-listed Bhimbetka, where sandstone cliffs and forested hills shelter prehistoric caves. Inside, vivid paintings—some more than 10,000 years old—trace the earliest expressions of human creativity.
Accommodations
Taj Lakefront, Bhopal
Perched on the shores of Upper Lake, the Taj Lakefront marries contemporary design with sweeping views of water and city. Spacious rooms, refined dining and attentive service create a serene overnight pause before Satpura’s wilderness calls.
India’s wilderness, rare and secluded
In the dense teak forests of Satpura Tiger Reserve, India unveils a quieter, less-traveled wilderness. Elusive predators slip through untamed terrain, birdlife stirs above shaded valleys and intimate safari experiences unfold across a jungle landscape defined by rarity and seclusion.
Featured Experiences
Boat & Canoe Safaris
Glide across Satpura’s rivers and lakes, where crocodiles bask along the banks, flocks of birds gather in abundance and—on rare occasion—a tiger emerges at the water’s edge.
Featured Experiences
Jeep Game Drives
Journey deep into Satpura’s dense jungle on guided jeep safaris in search of wildlife—from elusive tigers, leopards and sloth bears to wild dogs, gaur, crocodiles, deer and an astonishing wealth of birdlife.
Featured Experiences
Night Safaris
As dusk descends, Satpura reveals another world: owls calling through the canopy, leopards prowling in the dark, sloth bears stirring—all within one of India’s few parks to offer evening game drives.
Accommodations
Bori Safari Lodge
At the edge of Satpura Tiger Reserve, Bori Safari Lodge offers an intimate base for discovery. Rustic-chic interiors, warm hospitality and proximity to the forest shape a relaxed two-night retreat, grounding you in the natural rhythms of the jungle.
Accommodations
Reni Pani Jungle Lodge
Set within a pristine forest near Satpura Tiger Reserve, Reni Pani Jungle Lodge blends elegant safari style with a deep connection to nature. Thoughtfully designed cottages amid teak and mahua trees offer a tranquil retreat after days of guided game drives.
Where wellness and culture meet the Himalayas
In Nepal’s Lower Himalayas, the road from Kathmandu to Dhulikhel winds through terraced valleys, forested hills and timeless villages. Beneath distant snow-capped peaks, a serene retreat emerges, balancing rich cultural heritage with a spirit of restorative wellness.
Featured Experiences
Wellness at The Dwarika’s Sanctuary
Immerse in restorative practices within the Himalayan foothills. Yoga, meditation, Ayurveda and sound healing combine with holistic consultations, creating a wellness journey designed to renew body and mind within a serene natural setting.
Featured Experiences
Namobuddha Monastery
Follow terraced fields and village paths on a short drive to Namobuddha, one of Nepal’s most sacred Buddhist sites. At the summit, the monastery offers sweeping Himalayan views and a profound sense of peace.
Featured Experiences
Panauti Village
Journey to riverside Panauti, a medieval Newari town where third-century temples—including Indreshwar, Nepal’s oldest surviving temple—sacred ghats and Hindu-Buddhist shrines echo generations of ritual.
Featured Experiences
Kali Temple Hike & Farm Visit to Darimbot
Set out on a hillside walk to the Kali Temple, where quiet shrines overlook lush fields and offer a serene pause in the morning light. Continue along village paths toward Darimbot, The Dwarika’s eco-organic farm, to enjoy lemongrass tea and honey made from the farm’s own hives.
Accommodations
The Dwarika’s Sanctuary
In the hills above Dhulikhel, The Dwarika’s Sanctuary is a 25-acre wellness retreat where architecture and gardens blend seamlessly into the forested landscape. Rooted in Himalayan and Ayurvedic traditions, its holistic approach harmonizes body, mind and spirit within a setting of natural serenity.
UNESCO landmarks in an exclusive Himalayan sanctuary
A journey to the Tibetan Plateau grants rare access to one of the world’s most elevated cities—nearly impossible to reach on your own. Amid vast Himalayan horizons, encounter UNESCO-listed treasures, sacred traditions and a profound sense of place unlike anywhere else on Earth.
Featured Experiences
Potala Palace Visit
Drive to the UNESCO-listed Potala Palace, the Dalai Lama’s former winter residence. Explore soaring white and red palaces filled with chapels, murals and sacred treasures. The climb is steep, but panoramic views across Lhasa and the Himalayas reward the effort.
Featured Experiences
Norbulingka, the Summer Palace
Wander the UNESCO-listed Norbulingka, the Dalai Lama’s lush summer residence. Expansive gardens, graceful palaces and intimate chapels reveal a retreat that once flourished as both a cultural sanctuary and a center of political life.
Featured Experiences
Sera Monastery
At Sera Monastery, one of Tibet’s great centers of learning, step into lively courtyards where monks engage in animated debates—an energetic and enduring form of philosophical discourse that remains central to Tibetan Buddhist practice.
Featured Experiences
Jokhang Temple
Step inside UNESCO-listed Jokhang Temple, the spiritual heart of Tibetan Buddhism, where pilgrims from across Tibet circle its sacred walls and worship on the sunlit square. Within, richly adorned chapels offer you an intimate glimpse into one of the region’s most enduring traditions.
Accommodations
The St. Regis Lhasa
In one of the world’s highest cities, The St. Regis Lhasa offers views of the Potala Palace and Himalayan peaks. Contemporary interiors accented with Tibetan design shape refined suites and serene courtyards, while the renowned spa and signature service create a haven of luxury.
UNESCO treasures in Nepal’s cultural heart
Where Buddhism and Hinduism converge, Kathmandu is a city alive with temples and stupas. Within the valley lie four UNESCO World Heritage sites, from the all-seeing eyes of Boudhanath Stupa to the sacred banks of Pashupatinath and the regal Durbar Square.
Featured Experiences
UNESCO Sites of the Valley
Stroll Patan’s Durbar Square, a plaza rich with temples, pagodas and intricate brickwork. Marvel at the massive Boudhanath Stupa, the spiritual center of Nepal’s Tibetan community, then explore Pashupatinath, a riverside temple complex dedicated to Shiva.
Featured Experiences
Everest Flightseeing*
Embark on an unforgettable flightseeing adventure to the top of the world. From your window seat, marvel at Nepal’s Himalayan peaks, alpine lakes, shimmering glaciers and the iconic Mt. Everest as they unfold before you.
*Weather permitting
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.
An exclusive sanctuary in the Indian Ocean
In the Maldives, white-sand beaches meet turquoise seas in a haven of stillness and seclusion. From Malé, journey by speedboat to a private coral isle, where overwater villas, diving, spa and curated activities await.
Featured Experiences
Snorkeling & Reef Excursions
Explore clear lagoons with a marine biologist, where coral gardens shelter reef sharks, rays and vibrant fish. Hawksbill and Green Turtles glide gracefully through these waters, offering a rare encounter with the Maldives’ gentle inhabitants.
Featured Experiences
Spa Treatments
Restore body and spirit at the Island Spa, set apart on its own isle. Open-air pavilions invite deep relaxation, while signature lunar rituals beneath the night sky welcome serenity.
Featured Experiences
Scuba Diving
Dive into nearby reefs and channels with expert instructors from the PADI Center. Certified and beginner divers alike discover the Maldives’ extraordinary underwater world through safe, guided exploration.
Featured Experiences
Resort Activities
Play tennis, work out in the 24-hour gym or join a group fitness class. On the water, explore by kayak, paddleboard or join guided snorkeling lessons in turquoise lagoons.
Accommodations
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa
Thatched roofs and white-stone walls rise from turquoise waters like a Maldivian village reimagined with modern elegance. An award-winning island spa, tranquil infinity pools and private overwater villas with plunge pools create a sanctuary where luxury is woven into every moment.
UNESCO heritage in Sri Lanka’s heartland
Venture into Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, in the island’s north-central plains, where ancient relics lie undisturbed amid dense jungle. Here, three UNESCO World Heritage sites unfold an enduring story—layer upon layer of cultural depth preserved in a serene, verdant landscape.
Featured Experiences
Dambulla
Enter richly painted cave temples where kings once prayed in devotion. Vivid ceiling frescoes trace the Buddha’s life and Sinhalese history, while a colossal recumbent Buddha carved from living rock embodies sacred artistry recognized by UNESCO.
Featured Experiences
Sigiriya
Ascend UNESCO-listed Sigiriya, the legendary fortress of King Kasyapa—a granite monolith crowned by the ruins of a 5th-century palace. Along the way, discover water gardens, frescoes of celestial maidens and the famed mirror wall that once reflected inscribed verses of ancient admirers.
Featured Experiences
Minneriya National Park
Set out on a jeep safari through Minneriya, famed for the seasonal gathering of wild Asian elephants. Along the ancient reservoir’s grassy banks, herds share the landscape with monkeys, deer and abundant birdlife.
Featured Experiences
Polonnaruwa
Walk through Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s medieval capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore its museum, Royal Palace complex and the Quadrangle, where the Gal Vihare statues remain among the island’s greatest cultural masterpieces.
Accommodations
Jetwing Vil Uyana
Amid lush paddy fields in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, Jetwing Vil Uyana offers a luxurious eco-resort experience. Relax in modern dwellings designed to blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings of the hotel’s private nature reserve.
A final stop in a city of contrasts
Touch down in Dubai, a city of striking skylines and desert horizons. Whether you connect to your onward flight or stay to rest the night, this final stop offers time to reflect on the rare landscapes and remarkable moments of your journey.
Accommodations
Mövenpick Al Bustan Dubai
Minutes from Dubai International Airport, Mövenpick Al Bustan offers spacious rooms, global dining, a tranquil spa and a palm-fringed outdoor pool—a refined retreat amid the city’s cosmopolitan energy.
The Private Air Experience
Price & Inclusions
All-Inclusive Price
$135,000
per person double occupancy. $13,500 solo supplement (Premium seating, 28 guests). Contact us for applicable terms & conditions of the operator-participant contract.
$139,000
per person double occupancy. $13,500 solo supplement (Premium Ottoman seating, 8 guests).
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.
Eszter Foldvary
Expedition Leader
Troy Johnson
Assistant Journey Manager
Ashley McMahan
Guest Services Manager
Jan Nijman
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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
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!

