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Greece: In the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle featuring a 3-night Greek Islands & Turkey cruise

Greece , Escorted or Guided Tour

Retrace the missionary journey of the Apostle Paul, prolific writer of the New Testament letters. Travel through ancient cities and pastoral landsc...

Northeast India & Darjeeling by Rail

India , Escorted or Guided Tour

Anybody can view the sights of India by foot or bus — but you’re not just anybody. Instead, get off the beaten path and see India in a very untypic...

Down the Ganges

India , Escorted or Guided Tour

What can you do with 15 days in India? Oh, this and that… Start with whitewater rafting in the foothills of the Himalayas and a visit to the Taj Ma...

America's Cowboy Country

Escorted or Guided Tour

Visit Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park, Mt. Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial on this great American adventure. Spend two nights in the c...

Avenue of the Volcanoes Independent Adventure

Ecuador , Escorted or Guided Tour

From the outdoor playground of Baños to the bustling lanes of the Otavalo market, get an introduction to the culture, history, and spectacular scen...

Burgundy River Cruise Adventure — Plus

Eu, France , Escorted or Guided Tour

Part of our new Travel with Confidence Plus Collection, this trip features a smaller group size, private transportation, en-suite bathrooms, and a ...

Ultimate Madagascar Adventure

Madagascar , Escorted or Guided Tour

Home to mind-blowing scenery, lush rainforests, curious lemurs, and all the outdoor splendour you could possibly ask for (and then some), Madagasca...

East Africa Gorilla & Safari Experience

Kenya , Escorted or Guided Tour

Some of Africa’s greatest wildlife viewing comes together for 16 days of outstanding adventure in the wild. Trek into the Rwandan jungle for the ra...

Germany’s Cultural Cities & the Romantic Road with Oberammergau Passion Play featuring Berlin, Hamburg, Marburg, Rothenburg and Munich

Germany , Escorted or Guided Tour

Discover the German spirit in this land of romance, fairy tales and radiance. Come to know the allure of some of its most iconic cities – Berlin, H...

Spain & Portugal: Flamenco & Tapas

Spain , Escorted or Guided Tour

Take an incredible 10 days to experience the best travel highlights of Spain and Portugal: art, culture, food (hello tapas!), and nightlife. Leave ...

Mayan Sun Southbound: Boat Rides & Ruins

Mexico , Escorted or Guided Tour

Find your paradise somewhere between the blazing Mexican sun and the cool Guatemalan highlands on this 16-day odyssey. Wander Antigua’s cobblestone...

Mysteries of India

India , Escorted or Guided Tour

Welcome to India—a perfect synthesis of nature, vitality, spirituality, and regal legacy. Feast your way through Old Delhi on a street food tour, w...

Explore Kruger National Park

South Africa , Escorted or Guided Tour

Explore the Greater Kruger area on an exhilarating journey to South Africa. Travel along the jaw-dropping Panorama Route; track elephants, lions, a...

Hiking the Canary Islands: Tenerife, Anaga, and Beyond

Spain , Escorted or Guided Tour

Like to work up a sweat while you explore the world? This tour of the Canary Islands is a gold mine. Brush through the leafy forests of Anaga, expl...

Melbourne to the Red Centre

Australia , Escorted or Guided Tour

If you really want to get Down Under and experience Australia’s highlights without feeling rushed, you’ll have to get off the big coaches. Explore ...

London to Budapest: Waterways, Wine & Bohemian Vibes

Italy , Escorted or Guided Tour

Experience the best of Europe with this 15-day tour that explores six countries and almost a dozen cities. Why settle for gaping at beautiful locat...

The Northern Lights of Finland

Finland , Escorted or Guided Tour

Set off to explore Finland and go in search of the shimmering aurora borealis (northern lights). Come to know Finnish culture and history on a tour...

Italy's Bella Vita featuring Florence, Bologna and Lake Como

Italy , Escorted or Guided Tour

The allure of Italy beckons with saturated vistas that inspired the Masters. Discover a majestic wine country where vineyards dot the valleyed land...

Iceland Airwaves Music Festival

Iceland, Iceland , Escorted or Guided Tour

Reykjavík has long held a reputation as one of the world’s hippest cities, mostly on account of its thriving modern music scene. The annual Iceland...

Rwanda and Uganda Gorilla & Chimp Adventure

Rwanda , Escorted or Guided Tour

They’re the closest animals out there to us homo sapiens, and on this trip we aim to bring you as close as possible to these majestic creatur...

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