Dhahran Outing Group Trips
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Released 1 September 2010
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Dhahran Outing Group Trips - Updated September 2010
India: Temples, Treasures, & the Taj
Nov 11 - 20, 2010
(2 "L" Days)
Six Seats Remain
Venture into 5,000 years of history, music, dance, and religion. India is a country of contrasts with sacred cows, snake charmers, and holy men. Explore the Mughal city of Agra, home of the Taj Mahal, a masterpiece in marble, built as a monument to love. Travel west to the shopper’s paradise of Jaipur for elephants and gems. This time our tour makes its way to Udaipur, to visit the Lake Palace and exotic Rajasthan. Stepping into the country-side, we visit the Neemrana Fort Palace to put ourselves in touch with the "real" India. Call John & Judy Lambert on 878-1811 or email john.lambert@aramco.com for a brochure. Cost for a double sharing is $2,921 per person.
Kenya Safari
November 11-20, 2010
(2 "L" Days)
Waitlist Only
Once again the Dhahran Outing Group will be offering its Kenya Safari to Saudi Aramco employees. This safari will visit several of the best game parks in East Africa. A night at the famous Ark to view forest and nocturnal animals will be followed by a night in the foothills of Mt. Kenya at Sweetwaters Camp. We are sure to see rhino and other mountain game along with visiting the Equator. A stop at Lake Nakuru in the Rift Valley to see thousands of pink flamingos, leopard, and water buck will give everyone a taste of safari life at its best. We are saving the best for last with three nights in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. This park is the northern end of the Serengeti Plain and home the greatest concentration of wildlife anywhere in the world. We will stay at Kitchwa Tembo the best camp in the Mara. Morning balloon or fishing safaris are also available. Cost is approximately $4,000 for adult sharing. Contact Tom Sedberry in Dhahran at john.sedberry@aramco.com or at 878 – 2502 or Lou Spencer at louis.spencer@yahoo.com.
Sri Lanka
November 10-20, 2010
(2 "L" Days)
One Seat Remains
Located at the southern tip of India, this island nation surrounded by the warm blue waters of the Indian Ocean has it all. Extremely friendly, hospitable and easygoing people. A rich, vibrant and colorful history dating back over 2,500 years. Ruined cities, palaces, temples, fortresses, and ancient dagobas second only to the great pyramids of Egypt. Panoramic mountains, narrow passes and gaps with some of the finest and spectacular views. During our eight night stay, included will be visits to four World Heritage Sites. Cost is approximately $1,780 for adult sharing. Contact Tom Sedberry at john.sedberry@aramcom.com.
ANHA – Ladies Only Tour of Jordan
November 14 - 20, 2010
(1 "L" days)
Four Spaces Left
This is a ladies only opportunity to see and experience many of the wonders of Jordan. While there are visits to many sites, this trip is not intended for the history buff but instead is geared towards persons who want to experience this fascinating land. Experience a stay at a Dead Sea Spa, sleep “executive camping” style under the stars at Wadi Rum and indulge your desire for some serious retail therapy amongst the carpet, wood, glass and jewelry shops of this exciting country. Trip limited to ten, costs based on total number. For more information contact Karen Tschanz at anha.dhahran@gmail.com.
China Tour – 3 Cities
November 14 to 21, 2010
(1 "L" Days)
We will travel to China in the second EID Holiday. We will visit the three most representative cities in China. First, we will visit Beijing (the current capital for almost six hundred years), Shanghai (the finance and business center of the modern China) and Su-zhou as the canal water city famous for its silk products. In Beijing, we will visit famous sites such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City Palace, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace and others. In Shanghai, we will see landmarks such as the famous Bund and museum, Pearl TV Tower and Tea Garden. We will also visit Su-Zhou for its famous water canal system and silk factory.
Round trip ticket from Bahrain to China, domestic flight, hotels, entry fee, most meals, local transportation, local guide and tips are included. Approximate cost for adult sharing is SR 8,500. Single Supplements is SR 1,500. Contact Chun Tung in Dhahran (878 – 4004) at cp_tung@hotmail.com.
ANHA – Discover Lebanon
February 2 - 5, 2011
(No "L" Days)
Waitlist Only
The legendary “Paris of the Middle East” is resurgent once again. This trip is designed to provide you with a “peek” at this beautiful, alluring and multifaceted jewel of the Levant. Stops include a visit to the snowy mountaintops so you can stroll among the giant cedars; the Gibran Museum, the Monastery of St Anthony the Great, Baalbeck, Beirut’s city center and much more. This trip will fill fast so don’t hesitate to join ANHA on this L day free trip to one of the most cosmopolitan and varied countries in the world. For more information contact Dave Tschanz at anha.dhahran@gmail.com. Costs from 5200 SR, all inclusive.
Iran Discovery Tour
August 25 to September 3, 2011
(3 "L" Days)
New Trip!
Once again the Dhahran Outing Group is offering a special tour to the Magic Carpet capital of the world. This year’s trip will have us spending ten days in Iran, which will give us time to explore some of those unusual destinations you have always heard about.
We will visit Tehran, Yazd, Nai’n, Isfahan, and Shiraz. In Tehran we will visit three wonderful museums plus for the first time the Crown Jewels of the Kings of Iran. Yazd will allow us time to visit with the Zoroastrian community, viewing their fire temples and towers of silence, where they leave their dead to be consumed by birds of prey. They say the Isfahan is half the world and you will get a chance to explore the art and history of this fantastic city. Beautiful mosques, museums, 200 year old bridges, and a special night time visit to the House of Strength. In Shiraz we will explore Percepolis and the tombs of Hafez, Sadi, and some of the most beautiful gardens and old palaces in Iran.
Cost for adult sharing is $3,025. Contact Lou Spencer at louis.spencer@yahoo.com or Tom Sedberry at john.sedberry@aramco.com.
Trips in Planning for 2011
- Grand Caucasus Tour: August 21 - September 6 (estimated)
- Kenya: November 2 – 11
- ANHA – Qatar Getaway, April 7 – 9 (No "L" Days)
- ANHA - Antalya Adventure August 30 – September 3 (No "L" Days)
- ANHA – Morocco Madness, November 3 – 12 (2 "L" Days)
Dhahran Outing Group Officers for 2010:
- Tom Sedberry, President
- Paul Nicholson, Vice President
- Anthea Franettovich, Secretary/Membership
- Marie Hazelwood, Treasurer
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