Off the Beaten Path in Austria, Slovenia, and Italy
Hiking the Alpe Adria: Salzburg to Trieste
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The Gothic 14th century Vincentius church dominates this classic alpine village. <br><br>On arrival, we'll take a scenic drive up the Grossglockner High Alpine Road, curving around numerous hairpin turns to reach the Kaiser Franz Josefs-Hohe (7,700'), where we'll take a short walk on the Kaiserstein panoramic way to the Wilhelm Swaroski Observation tower. The observation tower, with its powerful telescopes, provides a pretty impressive views of towering Grossglockner (12,461'), Austria's highest peak, a magnet for climbers and the center of Austria's largest national park. We return to Heiligenblut for lunch, then make our first hike on the Alpe Adria. 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From here, we'll have sweeping views into Slovenia, Italy, and Austria, across the narrow Valbruna Valley, and over surrounding mountains including stalwart Mt. Mangart (8,789') and the ragged peak of Jôf di Montasio—some of the highest and most magnificent peaks in the Julian Alps. We'll enjoy a two-mile walk for scenic vistas, and then head to the stunning Fusine Lakes that lie below Mt. Mangart. These two glacial lakes are in a limestone amphitheater where spruce forests give way to the steep, wild ridge of the Picco di Mezzodi del Monte Mangart, just a stone's throw from the borders of Austria and Slovenia. We relax with a lakeside lunch, then take an afternoon walk on serene forested trails before returning to Tarvisio. 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Across the canyon, another dramatic wall of mountains rises—this is truly a place that gives one the feeling of hiking at the top of the world! The cows grazing in these mountain pastures produce the milk for the famous local Montasio cheese, whose recipe was first recorded in the year 1200 AD. Our hike takes us up to a high mountain pass below Sella Nevea (3,921'), the second highest peak in the Austrian Alps. At lunch in an alpine refuge, we can sample the local cheeses. In the late afternoon, we drive to Slovenia's historic Kobarid, set in a stunning valley traversed by the jade-green waters of the\nSoca River. 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We begin our day with a visit to this memorial of those terrible times, then hike to Tonovcov Grad, an archaeological site dating to the 4th and 6th centuries. We'll explore the remains of this ancient hilltop settlement, then continue up a historic forest trail along the\nSoca River to the old Italian line of defense and the 50-foot Kozjak waterfall, concealed in a cave. After lunch, we visit Kobarid's award-winning museum, set in a lovely Baroque house. The museum offers a gripping presentation of World War I as it was fought in the nearby Krn mountain range on the legendary\nSoca Front. 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The Tempietto Longobardo, an ancient and haunting 8th-century temple, is famous for its depiction of six solemn and mysterious female saints, colorful frescoes, and breathtaking polychrome mosaic floors. Later, we'll enjoy a short hike on Stage 29 of the Alpe Adria Trail, which takes us through the eastern hills of the Friuli region, where there are many vineyards. Our hotel tonight and tomorrow night is the 13th century Castello di Spessa (Casanova stayed here!), set among the rolling hills and vineyards of the Collio. 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We see the same steep white cliffs, rugged coastline, and unspoiled woodland that inspired Rilke, visit the castle terrace where he wrote, and savor a fresh fish lunch at a local café right by the castle, followed by a walk to the water's edge overlooking the Gulf of Trieste. This afternoon, we'll head to an <em>\n\nosmiza<\/em> (family-run farmstead) to enjoy wines and local foods including sausages, olives, and cheese right on the premises of the farmers and vintners who produce them. Overnight at Trieste's Grand Hotel Duchi d'Aosta, a historic property whose dining room and terrace give us front row seats to the grand piazza.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"2 hours","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":10,"DayTo":10,"Headline":"Trieste \/ Napoleon Way","ActivityOverview":"Hiking Details: ","EstimatedLength":"2.5 miles, 1.5 hours","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We'll take a private guided walking tour of this off-the-beaten-track city, the foremost seaport for the great Hapsburg Empire, and get a glimpse into its magnificent history at the grand Piazza della Repubblica, one of the world's largest and most beautiful seafront piazzas. Flanked on three sides by the city's grand palazzi—spectacular Hapsburg-era palaces—the piazza opens right onto the Adriatic. We'll also set out on a short (20 minute) drive above the city to Villa Opicina to hike the “Napoleon Way,” with its fresh coastal air and gorgeous views over the Bay of Trieste. The afternoon is at leisure and tonight we gather for our Farewell Dinner.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":11,"DayTo":11,"Headline":"Depart","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Depart for homeward bound flights or other travels in Europe.<br>","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":1,"DayTo":2,"Headline":"Salzburg, Austria \/ Heiligenblut","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"From Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart, we head to the alpine village of Heiligenblut (4,265') for warm-up hikes on the Alpe Adria Trail below the towering Grossglockner (12,461'), Austria's highest peak and the center of its largest national park.","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":3,"DayTo":4,"Headline":"Lake Ossiach, Austria \/ Tarvisio, Italy","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We’ll hike a gorgeous balcony trail above mountain-ringed Lake Ossiach, and head into Italy for a cable-car ride up to the 16th century pilgrimage site of Monte Santo di Lussari. 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Yet after so much time away from his home country of Slovenia, he decided to return and has been guiding trips ever since. “My wish came true—I live in a country with a lot of natural beauty and I have one of the best jobs in the world,” he says. When not leading trips, Tomo enjoys climbing, cycling, and photography, and has become a certified yoga teacher."},{"GuideID":851149,"First_Name":"Irene","Last_Name":"De Benedictis","BioShort":"Originally from Rome, Irene began traveling at the age of 17, and has lived in various countries including the UK, Germany, Belgium, Brazil and Finland. Her love of different cultures and languages (she knows seven!), paired with her love for pilgrimages (she walked the Camino de Santiago...twice) makes her a wonderful travel companion on the pilgrim's trail. 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Overview
The Alpe Adria Trail carves its way from snow-capped mountains to the sea, starting below Austria's highest peak, crossing Slovenia's Julian Alps, winding into Italy's secluded Collio wine region, then finishing in the ancient Adriatic port of Trieste. We'll hike the best sections of this three-country trail, enjoying the cultures and cuisines of an under-the-radar corner of Europe. Along the way, we'll visit a mountaintop pilgrimage site in the Julian Alps, explore charming Kobarid, with its evocative WWI heritage, stay in a 13th century castle-hotel in the vineyards of the Collio hills, hike a coastal trail high above the Adriatic, and enjoy Trieste itself, with its spectacular Neoclassical buildings and open-air cafes.
Arrive: Salzburg, Austria
Depart: Trieste, Italy
Highlights
- Hike the best sections of the long-distance Alpe Adria Trail through three countries
- Experience WWI history in charming Kobarid, Slovenia, hike a balcony trail above Lake Ossiach in Austria
- Discover the hidden wine region of Collio, where some of Italy's finest white wines are produced
- Stay in historic castles and palazzos, savor the cuisines and wines of three countries
Itinerary
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From Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart, we head to the alpine village of Heiligenblut (4,265') for warm-up hikes on the Alpe Adria Trail below the towering Grossglockner (12,461'), Austria's highest peak and the center of its largest national park.
We’ll hike a gorgeous balcony trail above mountain-ringed Lake Ossiach, and head into Italy for a cable-car ride up to the 16th century pilgrimage site of Monte Santo di Lussari. Our hotel is in the ancient town of Tarvisio, cradled in the mountain triangle of Italy, Austria, and Slovenia, a region graced with hilltop castles and the cuisines of three alpine countries.
After a “top of the world” hike on the alpine terrain of Italy's spectacular Montasio Plateau, we head across the Slovenian border to the pretty town of Kobarid, center of the infamous Isonzo Front during World War I. The town was immortalized in Hemingway's
A Farewell to Arms. We'll visit the war museum and walk the Kobarid Historical Trail along the jade-green Soca River.
In the rolling hills of the Collio, Italy, we'll hike from our 13th century castle-hotel to high vineyards on the Sentiero delle Vigne Alte. Our historic castle (Casanova stayed here!) has a spectacular wine cellar and we'll enjoy the local vintages. Ending in Trieste, with its Hapsburg heritage, we walk along the panoramic Strada Napoleonica in the hills above the city. Depart on Day 11.
Dates & Pricing
Payment & Cancel Schedule
$600 due at time of reservation
90 days prior to departure: Balance
Cancellation & Transfer Schedule
Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge!
61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost
46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
45 days or less: 100% of trip cost
Included
- Expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
- Accommodations in charming mountain hotels and historic properties
- All meals included except 1 dinner as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- A glass of wine or beer with dinner
- All ground transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
- All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
Not Included
- Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
- Optional gratuities to Trip Leaders or staff
- Optional travel insurance
- Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)
Accommodations
Listed below are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
National Park Lodge Grossglockner
Days 1-2 (2 nights)
This four-star hotel is contemporary in style yet has the ambiance of a tradition alpine accommodation, including a bar with an open fireplace, a soothing herbal spa with a sauna and steam bath, and an indoor pool. Breakfast is buffet style, and the lodge's restaurant features regional specialties of the Alpe-Adria region.Alternate Hotel: Berghotel HOIS
Hotel Nevada
Days 3-4 (2 nights)
Set in the countryside and surrounded by a beautiful garden, this 60-room hotel has been run by the same family for generations. Guest rooms are spacious and offer lovely views of the mountains (there is a ski lift just nearby), and a bar, pizzeria, lounge, and reading rooms are available for guests. The staff goes out of their way to be attentive and welcoming.
Hotel Hvala
Days 5-6 (2 nights)
This family-run hotel is set in the heart of the Soca Valley in the history-filled town of Kobarid. Guest rooms are simple but nicely furnished and the staff is very welcoming. The hotel's restaurant specializes in fish and seafood (try the squid ink risotto!).
Castello di Spessa
Days 7-8 (2 nights)
This 12th century castle is perched on a small hill amid rolling vineyards and the Castello Di Spessa golf course. Rooms are Venetian style with 18th century furnishings and modern amenities. We love the quiet gardens and patios that overlook the countryside. A full breakfast is served daily in the castle's cozy Count Ludwig Kitchen.
Grand Hotel Duchi d'Aosta
Days 9-10 (2 nights)
The Grand Hotel Duchi d'Aosta sits in the heart of Trieste, steps away from the magnificent Piazza Unita d'Italia, with views out to the Adriadic. Guest rooms in this family-owned historic building are decorated with classic antiques and feature modern amenities. The hotel also has two restaurants: Harry's Bistro and Michelin-starred Harry's Piccolo. If you have time, check out the hotel's subterranean pool and spa. You have your choice of baths and saunas from Turkish to infrared, or you might choose to swim beneath mosaics and colored lighting.
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Trip Leaders
Gianluca Canalicchio
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Tomo Petek
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Irene De Benedictis
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Vicky Sotriffer
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This trip is rated a Level 3+, Moderate to Strenuous, according to our trip grading system. You will need to be comfortable hiking 9 miles in a day and hiking on uneven surfaces including downhill over loose scree. Trail conditions, weather, and the group's level of fitness can affect hiking times and pacing.
Average Hiking Day
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Average Hiking Day
- 3 hours
- 5 miles
- 1,000 feet gain/loss
- Day 2: 8.5 miles, 5 hours, ascent 900 feet, descent 2,000 feet
The trails traverse a variety of terrains, from mountain trails to rolling hills to coastal tracks—all of which have rocky steps and uneven surfaces that may become muddy and unstable in bad weather. The trip starts with some steep hikes in the Austrian Alps and Friulian Dolomites, then continues onto hilly vineyard trails, and ends with mostly level coastal walks.
We strongly urge you to train for your trip, as your enjoyment will be highly dependent on your level of fitness. The best training for a hike is to hike, especially over hills or rough terrain. Next best are running, swimming, bicycling, or other cardiovascular exercises. Stair-climbing machines are excellent preparation for hiking uphill. Your feet should also be well prepared—make sure your hiking boots are sturdy, comfortable, and thoroughly broken-in.
The weather in early summer and fall is generally clear and pleasant. At the times that our trips are scheduled, we tend to miss the humidity, making hiking conditions very comfortable. Expect a mix of sun and partly cloudy days, with a less than 30% chance of precipitation. Rain showers can occur at any time, so a rain jacket is advised. Our hiking adventure explores three distinct regions: the mountain realms of the Austrian Alps, the Friulian Dolomites in Kobarid, Slovenia, and Tarvisio, Italy's hill country of the Collio, and finally down to the Adriatic Coast at Trieste. In the mountainous region of Austria and around Kobarid and Tarvisio, temperatures should be in the mid 60°Fs during the day to the low 40°Fs at night. In the Collio, it can be cool, with temperatures ranging from the low 60°Fs during the day to the high 40°Fs at night. Along the Adriatic Coast, expect temperatures ranging from the mid 70°Fs during the day to the low 60°Fs at night.
We spend several nights in mountain hotels (in Heiligenblut, Austria, and in Kobarid, Slovenia, and Tarvisio, Italy). The remaining nights are in historic buildings, palazzi, or castles, where the rooms are not always of uniform or international size. Our leaders do their best to assign rooms in a fair way so that all participants experience an equal advantage throughout the trip. Single rooms can be requested but are not always available, due to the limited space in the hotels. If you prefer a single room, please make your request as early as possible.
Meals will be taken at the hotels where we are staying or at restaurants in nearby towns. Please note that in Europe, the dinner hour is considerably later than what it is in the US. We do our best to secure early reservations for our groups, but most often the evening meal will be at 7:30 pm.
Our support vehicle will transport the group's luggage, so you only need to carry a daypack (rain gear, sweater, camera, water bottle, etc.). Trip members are always free to skip a day's hike and travel to the next destination in the support vehicle (or remain at the hotel if we are not transferring that day).
Client Testimonials
"Wonderful variety to the itinerary and some excellent food experiences."
Jeanne P.
Baltimore, MD
"The complicated history of the area, coupled with endless natural beauty, was amazing. The trip itinerary and guides brought both home to us."
Mary L.
Jamaica Plain, MA
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Trip Levels
With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.
Level 1 – Easiest
Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.
Level 2 – Easy to Moderate
Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.
Level 3 – Moderate
Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.
- Tuscany & the Cinque Terre
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- Some trips with minimal hiking but rugged travel conditions or long drives, such as Tribal Ghana, Togo & Benin, are Trip Level 3.
Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.
Level 5 – Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.
Level 6 – Very Strenuous
Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.
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The Tempietto Longobardo, an ancient and haunting 8th-century temple, is famous for its depiction of six solemn and mysterious female saints, colorful frescoes, and breathtaking polychrome mosaic floors. Later, we'll enjoy a short hike on Stage 29 of the Alpe Adria Trail, which takes us through the eastern hills of the Friuli region, where there are many vineyards. Our hotel tonight and tomorrow night is the 13th century Castello di Spessa (Casanova stayed here!), set among the rolling hills and vineyards of the Collio. 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We see the same steep white cliffs, rugged coastline, and unspoiled woodland that inspired Rilke, visit the castle terrace where he wrote, and savor a fresh fish lunch at a local café right by the castle, followed by a walk to the water's edge overlooking the Gulf of Trieste. This afternoon, we'll head to an <em>\n\nosmiza<\/em> (family-run farmstead) to enjoy wines and local foods including sausages, olives, and cheese right on the premises of the farmers and vintners who produce them. 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Yet after so much time away from his home country of Slovenia, he decided to return and has been guiding trips ever since. “My wish came true—I live in a country with a lot of natural beauty and I have one of the best jobs in the world,” he says. When not leading trips, Tomo enjoys climbing, cycling, and photography, and has become a certified yoga teacher."},{"GuideID":851149,"First_Name":"Irene","Last_Name":"De Benedictis","BioShort":"Originally from Rome, Irene began traveling at the age of 17, and has lived in various countries including the UK, Germany, Belgium, Brazil and Finland. Her love of different cultures and languages (she knows seven!), paired with her love for pilgrimages (she walked the Camino de Santiago...twice) makes her a wonderful travel companion on the pilgrim's trail. 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Find the Toucan Club tab on the home page of our website and choose Helpful Links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/ toucan\/links\">www.wildernesstravel.com\/ toucan\/links<\/a>.<\/p>","System_About_Private_Journeys":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-17T11:00:24 --><p>Wilderness Travel Private Journeys are designed for people who want to travel with their own small private group, but who still want to experience the same superb itinerary design, great accommodations, and signature quality of Wilderness Travel's escorted group trips. These Private Journeys allow you to choose your own dates and your traveling companions -- even if it's just the two of you -- yet still enjoy a guided adventure.<\/p>","System_About_New_Trips":"","System_Social_Media":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:33:43 --><p><strong>SOCIAL MEDIA:<\/strong> We invite you to share your adventure with us on social media. Tag @wildernesstravel and we may even feature your content on our pages!<\/p>","System_If_You_Miss_Your_Flight":"<p><strong>IF YOU MISS YOUR FLIGHT<\/strong><br>If you miss your flight or are otherwise delayed, contact our Wilderness Travel office, as well as our local partners, with your new flight information. Refer to the Emergency Contact Information listed in this Final Bulletin.<\/p>","System_Valid_Passport":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-06-16T10:26:21 --><p><strong>VALID PASSPORT:<\/strong> Check that your passport is valid for at least six months from the last day of your trip, and that you have at least two blank pages for any necessary visa or entry and exit stamps.<\/p>","System_Insurance_Policy":"<p><strong>INSURANCE POLICY:<\/strong> If you have purchased the Travelex Travel Protection Plan, you should have received an email confirmation of your policy. Please bring a digital or printed copy of this policy with you. If you cannot find your email confirmation, please contact Travelex's Customer Solutions team at 844-877-1885 or e-mail customersolutions@travelexinsurance.com. If you have not purchased Travelex insurance already, you have the option to do so up to 24 hours prior to your departure.<\/p>","System_Covid-19_Travel_Requirements":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-04-19T13:27:44 --><p><strong>COVID-19 TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:<\/strong> Please double-check COVID-19 entry requirements for any countries you may be traveling to or transiting through, on this website: <a href=\"apply.joinsherpa.com\/travel-restrictions\">apply.joinsherpa.com\/travel-restrictions<\/a><\/p>","System_Pre-Trip_Safety":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:37:06 --><p><strong>PRE-TRIP SAFETY:<\/strong> In the next weeks, we encourage you to do everything possible to stay healthy. 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You can learn more about the policy on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/toucan\/travel-insurance\">website<\/a>.<\/p>","System_Purchased_Insurance":"Please remember to bring a copy of your Travelex Confirmation of Coverage and State Specific Policy with you on your trip. You should have received an email directly from Travelex with these documents. If you need this email to be re-sent, please contact Travelex's Customer Solutions team at 844-877-1885 or e-mail customersolutions@travelexinsurance.com. <br><br><br>","System_Questions?":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T13:47:31 --><p>Our Area Specialists are you single point of contact and would be happy to answer any questions about yout trip!<br \/>800.368.2794 | 510.558.2488<\/p>","System_Travel_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T07:58:05 --><p>We highly recommend you purchase travel insurance. You can take advantage of a comprehensive Travel Protection Plan designed for Wilderness Travel by Travelex, or purchase other insurance on your own. See our website for details: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance\">www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance<\/a><\/p>","System_Make_it_Your_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:18 --><p>The prices above are for the ready-to-book adventure outlined in this Detailed Itinerary, a popular option that has been handcrafted by our Area Specialists to include the best of every destination. While many travelers choose to book this tour as is, our Area Specialists are also happy to work with you to customize this Private Journey to suit your specific interests and style of travel. We can arrange for longer or shorter stays, offer hotel upgrades (see below for sample costs), or add an extension to additional places of interest. We can even add special activities or customize excursions depending on your interests. We invite you to contact us to discuss your options!<\/p>","System_Signing_up_for_a_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:42 --><p>Early reservations are recommended since accommodations often sell out far in advance. Please call 1-800-368-2794 and ask for our [Africa Manager] or email us at [africa@ wildernesstravel.com] with any questions that you may have about this trip. To reserve your Private Journey, we will need to know your preferred dates of travel. We will then check availability and send you a proposed itinerary with exact pricing for your adventure. We can typically hold a provisional booking for one week. At that time, we must collect your initial deposit or accommodations will be released. We accept Visa, Mastercard, or American Express card. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a Welcome Packet that includes a letter of confirmation, Detailed Itinerary, Trip Application, Medical Form, and Pre-Departure Information Booklet with information to help you prepare for your adventure. Please see our Cancellations and Transfer Fee Schedule for specific payment information.<\/p>","System_Trip_Leaders":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-13T09:24:57 --><p>Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. The Trip Leader for each departure is listed on the "Dates & Prices" tab on our Pilgrim's Way webpage:<\/p>"},"terms":{"PaymentSchedule":"<meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/><body><p>$600 due at time of reservation <br \/>90 days prior to departure: Balance<\/p><\/body>","CancelSchedule":"<p>Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge!<br>61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost<br>46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost<br>45 days or less: 100% of trip cost<br><\/p>"}}