Cox & Kings, The Americas Introduces Dream Trips

With these personally designed Dream Trips itineraries, travelers are now able to experience a destination with Cox & Kings specialists who have traveled far and wide but continue to be drawn to a specific place or journey – their dream destination.

Dream Trip itineraries are custom group journeys designed and led by Cox & Kings’ expert staff. By traveling on these specially designed trips, travelers will have a true insider's view into a destination complete with opened doors, authentic experiences and new friends.

A sampling of the brand-new Dream Trips by Cox & Kings includes:

The Historic Coast of Turkey by Gulet with Thor Forsberg, Europe Destination Manager (10 Days, 9 Nights)

This journey begins and ends in the cosmopolitan city of Istanbul where East meets West and guests can hunt for treasures in the city’s famed Grand Bazaar, awe in the presence of the Blue Mosque and visit the historic chambers of Topkapi Palace. Then set sail in a Turkish gulet (traditional wooden boat) and cruise the turquoise waters along the breathtaking coastline of Turkey. Highlights include visiting the UNESCO World Heritage sites, visiting ancient Greek and Roman ruins and soaking in the charm of seaside towns. This trip takes place September 4-15, 2012 and prices begin at U.S. $8,150 per person, based on double occupancy. Bookings made by February 1 receive a $600 discount per couple.

Primates & Birding: Congo, São Tomé & Príncipe with Megan Bryant, Africa & Indian Ocean Destination Manager (12 Days, 11 Nights)

This Dream Trip enables travelers to engage in Africa in a way that many don’t have the opportunity to, by pioneering sustainable tourism in West Central Africa. In the Republic of Congo, venture deep into the rainforest to see western lowland gorillas, forest elephants, forest buffalo and other unique mammals. Then head offshore to the neighboring islands of São Tomé and Príncipe to view the species of colorful, endemic birds and to learn more about the islands’ Portuguese history. A truly unique trip with an Africa expert. This trip takes place September 12-23, 2012. Prices begin at U.S. $10,725 per person, based on double occupancy. Bookings made by January 31 receive a $2,000 discount per couple.

South India Odyssey with Seema Prakash, India & The Subcontinent Destination Manager (13 Days, 12 Nights)

Discover the colorful traditions, picturesque rainforests and natural beauty of less-traveled South India with Cox & Kings’ India expert. With Seema, travelers will learn the wonders of the Garden City of Bangalore and search for elephants and elusive tigers in Nagarhole National Park. The trip will open the doors to immerse travelers in an ancient way of life that is rich in tradition, myth and community. This trip takes place November 10-23, 2012. Prices begin at U.S. $16,435 per person, based on double occupancy. Bookings made by January 31 receive a $3,940 discount per couple.

For more information or to order a Cox & Kings 2012 catalog featuring a roster of Dream Trips, please visit www.coxandkingsusa.com or dial 1-800-999-1758.