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12 Amazing New One-of-a-kind Tours for 2017

Exclusive preview of new private tours around the world

New York, November 14, 2016 – Luxury tour operator Artisans of Leisure is excited to announce the debut of 12 new and unique private tours in locations around the world.

Here’s an exclusive preview of these luxurious new tours that feature insider access and the best of the best in each destination:

Winter in Japan: Snow Monkeys, Hot Springs & More
(16 days)
A private luxury tour that journeys into the heart of traditional Japan, including off-the-beaten-track destinations such as Shirakawago, Yamanaka Onsen and Jigokudani. Features luxury ryokan, outdoor hot springs, snow monkeys, snow-covered forests, the workshops of renowned craftspeople, a soba-making lesson, UNESCO World Heritage-listed thatched-roof villages and much more.
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Exclusive England: Country Estates, Gourmet Food & More
(10 days)
A refined, ultra-luxurious tour of the best of London and the English countryside, including spectacular country houses, extraordinary gardens, idyllic villages and renowned gourmet retreats in the Cotswolds, Bath and Oxfordshire.
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Wellness Tour of Bali
(10 days)
An ideal post-holiday wellness getaway, this luxury tour of Bali emphasizes the healthy, active and spiritual sides of the Island of the Gods. Activities include private yoga, meditation, biking, hiking, snorkeling, cooking and meetings with renowned Balinese healers. Touring includes temples, water palaces, beaches and terraced rice fields. Accommodation is at Bali’s most exclusive luxury resorts.
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Outlander Tour of Scotland
(10 days)
A private luxury tour that features the highlights of Scotland, including Edinburgh, the Highlands and Inverness, with a focus on sites and filming locations used in the popular Outlander book and TV series. Accommodations include a luxury castle hotel and an exclusive country estate.
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The Ultimate New Zealand Journey
(15 days)
Features New Zealand’s most exclusive luxury lodges throughout the North Island and South Island, insider food and wine access, private helicopter flights to volcanoes and glaciers, whale watching, Maori experiences and more. The tour also includes time at the newly opened Marlborough Lodge.
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Luxuries of Nepal
(9 days)
Tourism to Nepal is back, and it’s stronger and more luxurious than ever. Includes the new Meghauli Serai, a Taj Safari Lodge on the edge of Chitwan National Park. Private touring includes a scenic flight to see Mount Everest, visits to temples, wildlife safaris, volunteer opportunities to help rebuild after the earthquake, and time to relax at a top spa resort in the foothills of the Himalayas.
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Art & Architecture of South Korea
(8 days)
A private tour of Seoul and Jeju Island, designed for travelers passionate about art, architecture and design. Features cutting-edge contemporary architecture (including buildings designed by Tadao Ando, Zaha Hadid, Rem Koolhaas and others), traditional palaces and historic districts, insider shopping and gallery tours, and the top luxury hotels in the country.
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Best of Northern Spain: San Sebastian & Barcelona
(9 days)
A highly curated tour of the best of the Basque Country and Catalonia, including private winery visits, art and design tours, private tapas tours, a cooking lesson at a private culinary society, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, excursions to historic villages, options for Jewish touring and much more.
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Best of Israel & Jordan
(16 days)
This is the ultimate tour of Israel and Jordan for culture lovers, foodies, history buffs and adventurers. Highlights include seeing ancient mosaics, a private culinary and tasting tour of Machane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem, wine tasting, a geopolitical tour in the Golan Heights, a private tour of Petra, 4WD desert tours in the Negev and Wadi Rum, and snorkeling in the Red Sea.
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Grand Tour of South America
(27 days)
A once-in-a-lifetime private tour of some of South America’s most iconic destinations, including Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Patagonia, Santiago and the nearby wine region, the Atacama Desert, Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
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Best of Southern India
(15 days)
Experience incredible luxury and architecture in Hyderabad, a day cruise on the Backwaters of Kerala, temples and culinary touring in Chennai, and the best dining and culture in Mumbai.
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Best of Iceland
(10 days)
A private tour that features Iceland’s most iconic locations and experiences such as the Northern Lights, glaciers, volcanoes, hot springs, geysers and contemporary architecture, as well as accommodation at the best hotels in Iceland. This comprehensive tour crosses the country, from Reykjavik to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.
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Contact Artisans of Leisure for further details and 2017 prices.

Artisans of Leisure arranges private luxury tours in more than 60 countries worldwide. For more information, visit www.artisansofleisure.com or call 1 (800) 214-8144.

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