Madagascar, 9 Nights, From $1,449

The Real Deal One night at the Hotel Chalet des Roses in Antananarivo, two in Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, one in Antsirabe, one in Ambositra, one in Ranomafana, one in Ambalavao, and two in Isalo; some meals; ground transportation; one local flight; entrance fees; and the services of an English-speaking guide, from $1,449 per person—including all taxes and fees.

When Mar. 19, Apr. 9, May 14, June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, Oct. 15, Nov. 12, Dec. 17, 2010.

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The Fine Print The price includes all taxes and a local payment. Based on single or double occupancy (single travelers will be paired up with a roommate of the same gender). Single travelers can request a private room for $149. Maximum group size is 15. Allow $120 for meals not included. The accommodations will be at modest hotels; the exact itinerary and accommodations may change depending on group size and tour date. Airfare is not included. Read these guidelines before you book any Real Deal.

Book By No deadline; based on availability.

Contact Gap Adventures, 800/708-7761, gapadventures.com.

Why It's a Deal For about $161 per person per night, this tour books all accommodations and experiences for you. Highlights include visits to an artisan workshop and a paper factory in Ambalavao, plus guided walks through Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Ranomafana National Park, Anja Reserve, and Isalo National Park—experiences that might be hard to book on your own.

More Add arrival transfers from $30 per person. You can add nights at the Hotel Chalet des Roses in Antananarivo (the meeting point of the trip and Madagascar's capital) from $40 per night.

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