Cairo & Nile Cruise from $2,136
EgyptAir flights from New York to Cairo, transfers and local transportation (car, plane), four nights in Cairo at the InterContinental Pyramids Park Resort Cairo, breakfasts, and a four-night Nile cruise with all meals and shore excursions. When: Friday departures until Dec. 7, Jan. 11-Feb. 1 ($2,136); Dec. 14-Jan. 4 ($2,910). Other Gateways: Baltimore, D.C. (add $185); Atlanta, Detroit, Miami (add $295); L.A., San Diego, San Francisco (add $455). SS: From $258. Information: Karell Holidays, 800/327-0373, karellholidays.com.

ASIA
Bangkok & Beaches from $1,149
Singapore Airlines flights from L.A. or San Francisco to Bangkok (return is from Phuket), transfers and flights within Thailand, three nights at the Ibis Siam Hotel, two nights on Koh Samui Island at the Fair House Beach Resort, two nights on Phuket at the Deevana Patong Resort & Spa, breakfasts, and more. When: Dec. 1-4, Jan. 8-May 31 ($1,149); Dec. 5-Jan. 7 ($1,649). Other Gateways: Seattle (add $175); New York (add $200); Dallas, Houston, Tulsa (add $275); Detroit, Minneapolis, Philadelphia (add $435). SS: $300. Information: Escapes Unlimited, 800/243-7227, escapesltd.com.

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China Tour & Yangtze Cruise from $2,071
Air China flights from L.A. or San Francisco to Beijing, transfers and local transportation (bus, plane), and a 12-day tour of China. Includes three nights in Beijing, two nights each in Xi'an and Shanghai, a three-night Yangtze River cruise from Chongqing to Yichang with excursions and meals, most meals throughout, and guided sightseeing. When: Dec. 21; Jan. 11, 25; Feb. 8, 22; Mar. 7. Other Gateways: New York (add $150); Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia (add $300). SS: From $650. Information: Ritz Tours, 800/900-2446, ritztours.com.

Japan & Hong Kong from $2,199
Japan Airlines flights from L.A. to Tokyo, transfers and local transportation, and a 10-day tour with guided sightseeing. The itinerary includes eight nights' lodging (two nights in Tokyo, and three each in Kyoto and Hong Kong), breakfasts, and visits to Mt. Fuji, Nara, Hakone, and Lan Tau Island. When: Tuesday departures Jan. 15-Feb. 12 ($2,199); Feb. 19-Mar. 11 ($2,299). Other Gateways: New York (from $2,349). SS: From $540. Information: China Silk Tours, 800/945-7960, chinasilktours.com.

Philippines Tour from $2,480
Cathay Pacific Airways flights from L.A. to Manila (via Hong Kong), transfers and local transportation, and a 12-day escorted tour of the country. The itinerary covers nine nights' lodging, meals, and sightseeing. It includes visits to the island of Bohol to see the world's smallest monkeys; the country's oldest city, Cebu; and the 2,000-year-old rice terraces of Banaue. When: Thursday departures Dec. 6-27 ($2,880); Jan. 3-31 ($2,480); Feb. 7-Mar. 27 ($2,940). Other Gateways: New York (add from $250), Chicago (add from $335). SS: $725. Information: Pacific Holidays, 800/355-8025, pacificholidaysinc.com.

Rajasthan, India from $2,645
Singapore Airlines flights from L.A. or San Francisco to Singapore, one night at the Furama Riverfront Hotel, an onward flight to Delhi, transfers and local transportation (private car), and a 15-day private tour through Rajasthan, in northeastern India. The price covers 14 nights' lodging, breakfasts, and guided sightseeing. Highlights include a camel ride, tour of the Shekawati region, elephant ride at the Amber Fort in Jaipur, and visit to the Taj Mahal. When: Until Dec. 5, Jan. 1-Mar. 31. Other Gateways: New York (add $150); Denver, Phoenix, Seattle (add $175); D.C. (add $250); Austin, Dallas (add $275); Chicago (add $325). SS: From $680. Information: Sayang Holidays, 888/472-9264, sayangholidays.com.

Singapore & Thailand from $1,399
Singapore Airlines flights from L.A., San Francisco, or New York to Singapore; transfers; two nights at the Four Seasons Regent Hotel; an onward SilkAir flight to Chiang Mai, Thailand; three nights at the Shangri-La Hotel (which opens December 22); breakfast daily; and a half-day tour of each city. When: Jan. 1- Mar. 31. Other Gateways: Phoenix, Salt Lake City (add from $220); Chicago (add from $250). SS: From $250. Information: Globotours, 800/988-4833, globotours.net.

SOUTH PACIFIC
Fiji from $1,531
Air Pacific flights from L.A. to Nandi, transfers, and seven nights on Denarau Island at the Radisson Resort Fiji Denarau Island. When: Until June 30. Blacked out Dec. 24-Jan. 4, and Apr. 7-28. Other Gateways: None. SS: From $427. Information: Sunspots International, 800/334-5623, sunspotsintl.com.

AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand Camper Van from $1,687
Air Tahiti Nui flights from L.A. to Auckland, transfers, and a seven-night Eclipse 2 camper van rental with unlimited mileage. The van has a double bed and kitchenette, but no bathroom. When: Dec. 1-9 ($1,687); Dec. 10-Jan. 31 ($2,715); Feb. 1-29 ($1,847). Other Gateways: None. SS: From $308. Information: Sunspots International, 800/334-5623, sunspotsintl.com.

Sydney & Melbourne from $1,899
Qantas Airways flights from L.A. to Sydney, four nights at Hotel Ibis Darling Harbour, onward flight to Melbourne, and three nights at the Hotel Ibis Melbourne. When: Until Dec. 8 ($1,899); Dec. 9-Jan. 31 ($2,599); Feb. 1- Mar. 31 ($1,999). Other Gateways: San Diego (add from $90); Las Vegas, Seattle (add from $220); Denver (add from $250); New York (add from $300). SS: From $445. Information: ATS Tours, 888/423-9181, atstours.com.