Accommodations

HOTELS

Djoser emphasizes genuine cultural experiences. We have selected comfortable local, tourist-class hotels with a convenient location. Many of our hotels are quite charming. Some have wonderful views or special amenities, such as a garden or swimming pool. Others, are comfortable, but basic, such as in Tibet. Don't expect refridgerators, hair dryers, mini-bars or televisions. With rare exception, rooms have private baths and air conditioning, where needed. These hotels are typically three-star, some four-star establishments. Many are family owned. You will have interaction with the local population, which is quite special. Breakfast is typically provided at the hotel (although usually not included in the price). The group and guide will generally meet at breakfast to discuss the days possibilities.

SLEEPING ON BOATS & TRAINS

On the Galapagos trips, you sleep and dine on board a yacht that sleeps 16 people. On the Trans Siberia Express, you will ride the rails and swap stories from travelers across the globe.  For some long journeys, we book a sleeper train to break up the trip. On trips with North American groups, we typically book the more private, soft sleepers, or you will have the option to upgrade to a soft sleeper.  For some of our international trips, traveling with Dutch groups, the accommodations are in the less private compartments. The Dutch are a hearty crew! 

HOTEL UPGRADES

On our group trips, we do not allow upgrades. However, if you are booking a private trip, you may request hotel upgrades for the entire trip.

PRIMITIVE DIGS!

On a few of our trips you will spend a special night or two in authentic, indigenous lodgings, such as gers on the Gobi Desert in Mongolia, in the stilt houses with the Hill Tribes in Thailand, or a jungle hut in Ecuador. While this might not be your most comfortable night of sleep, it makes for a fun,unforgettable experience. On some group trips (and on private trips) the not-so-rugged may choose to stay in a hotel for the night.

These lodgings are typical but may be subject to change.