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CHAPTERS EXPERIENCE HOLIDAYS OFFERS A SELECTION OF MONUMENTAL TOURS FOR ‘INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR MONUMENTS AND SITES’
From the Acropolis in Athens to Angkor Wat in Cambodia, the great monuments and historic sites of the world are a window into ancient history and cultures and have long been a source of fascination for visitors. In celebration of the ‘International Day for Monuments and Sites’ on Tuesday 18 April, Chapters Experience Holidays, (01707 246666, www.chaptersholidays.co.uk), the small group, expert led experience holiday specialists, have selected some of their inspirational breaks which best bring these monumental World Heritage sites to life.
For a glimpse stretching over the centuries:
13th century BC
GREECE: The Acropolis, Athens - A Classic Greek Journey
In the footsteps of ancient Spartans and Olympians through green valleys rich in wild olive and plane trees, ruined temples and amphitheatres of a lost age, A Classic Greek Journey explores the history, mythology and city states of ancient Greece. Starting at the sacred site of the oracle at Delphi, it culminates in the bustling metropolis of Athens, with its crowning glory The Acropolis – the most striking and complete ancient Greek monumental complex still existing in our time.
Chapters Experience Holidays, 01707 246666, www.chaptersholidays.co.uk, offers an 11 night Classic Greek Journey holiday from £1445pp and includes return flights and transfers, B&B en-suite accommodation, dinners taken at local restaurants and tavernas, knowledgeable local guides and all local transport costs. Departures 12 & 27 September 2017 http://www.chaptersholidays.co.uk/a-classic-greek-journey
6th Century
PERU: Kuelap - A journey in Ancient Peru (‘new’ cable car experience for 2017)
Likened to Machu Picchu without the crowds – yet three times older – the ancient pre-Inca city of Kuelap rises spectacularly out of the misty Peruvian cloud forest. Be one of the first to experience the new cable car which opens in early 2017 - offering a breathtaking 20 minute bird’s eye ride to the summit. As well as enjoying the views, the ride enables visitors to save the time spent on the usual 3-4 hour walk to the summit - giving much more time to enjoy exploring these astounding ruins.
Chapters Experience Holidays, 01707 246666, www.chaptersholidays.co.uk, offers a 17 night A journey in Ancient Peru holiday from £3525pp including flights, full board accommodation, transfers, local transport and admission fees. Departures 13 October 2017. http://www.chaptersholidays.co.uk/a-journey-in-ancient-peru
12th Century: CAMBODIA: Angkor Wat, Siem Reap - Exploring Indochina
Winding its way through Thailand, Laos and Cambodia, Exploring Indochina16 night holiday culminates in a spectacular visit to the vast 60 square kilometre site of Angkor Wat, an ancient city and seat of power for the Khmer regime that ruled much of South East Asia. En route, visit timeless backstreets in ancient towns, fragrant bustling markets, exotic temple complexes and small rural villages set to a landscape of verdant green paddy fields, winding canals and rivers.
Chapters Experience Holidays, 01707 246666, www.chaptersholidays.co.uk, offers a 16 night Exploring Indochina holiday from £3199pp and includes return flights and transfers, accommodation, all local travel, transfers and entrance fees, half board and two picnic lunches, local English speaking guides. Departures: 3 November 2017, 2 February 2018, 2 November 2018. http://www.chaptersholidays.co.uk/exploring-indochina
Chapters Experience Holidays: 01707 246666, www.chaptersholidays.co.uk
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Notes to Editors:
Company Background:
Chapters Experience Holidays is one of two new holiday brands from RWH Travel (formerly known as Ramblers Worldwide Holidays), the experts in guided walking adventures. Celebrating its 70th Anniversary this year, with the launch of two new programmes, other brands within the group include the newly launched Ramblers Walking Holidays – a collection of dedicated small group guided walking holidays; Adagio Holidays – leisurely walking and cultural holidays at a gentle pace; Load Off Your Back – a self-guided UK walking programme and Cruise and Walk – Walking Holidays in association with Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines.
For its walking holidays the company is the proud holder of Which? Recommended Provider status – ie companies which are highly rated by Which? Members and reach the exacting standards of Which? Researchers.
Activity Levels:
Each of the Chapters Experience Holidays has been categorised to help clients choose the right pace:
Symbols have been devised to help clients choose the holiday that will appeal to their interest. These include: Pioneer; Wildlife; Flora & Fauna; Bird Watching; Lifestyle, Culture & Natural History; Cooking; Rail Journeys; Sightseeing; Nordic Walking and Cycling.
RWH Travel Company Mission
The company’s mission is to generate funds for walking charities by the provision of outstanding outdoor activity holidays worldwide.
With its not-for-profit philosophy, the company contributes monies to the Ramblers Holidays Charitable Trust which supports walking related and environmental projects in the UK. The company also funds Heart & Sole - an initiative managed by company staff, with the aim of reaching into the heart of the communities visited both in the UK and overseas.
RWH Travel also runs The Walking Partnership - an initiative which champions walking at the 'grass roots' level by providing funding and support to walking groups and clubs throughout the UK.
Ramblers Walking Holidays is the Walking Holiday Partner of the Ramblers, Britain’s walking charity has been pioneering and championing walking and ‘rights of way’ for over 70 years across England, Scotland and Wales.
Customers travelling on all holidays operated by RWH Travel are fully protected via the company’s membership of ABTA and ATOL. RWH Travel is also a member of AITO.
