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Galápagos — East, Central, & West Islands aboard the Eden

Ecuador , Escorted or Guided Tour

Get up close and personal with an incredible array of animal species on this 10-day tour that hits the east, central, and west islands of the Galáp...

Walking Piedmont and the Barolo Wine Region

Italy , Escorted or Guided Tour

Get those legs moving across the ridiculously scenic Italian region of Piedmont on this five-day hiking adventure. Starting and ending in Turin, co...

The Lares Trek with One-Day Inca Trail

Peru , Escorted or Guided Tour

Embark on an incredible eight-day exploration through Peru’s Lares trek with a taste of the iconic Inca Trail. Take a guided tour through the...

Patagonia Multisport

Argentina , Escorted or Guided Tour

This varied active trip will have you hiking, kayaking, and cycling your way all over Patagonia. Discover the unforgettable landscapes of Torres de...

Machu Picchu In Style

Peru , Escorted or Guided Tour

Get acquainted with the wonders of the Incas in this exhilarating introduction to Peru. Embrace cultures past and present in the hills surrounding ...

Explore Northern Brazil & Amazon

Brazil , Escorted or Guided Tour

Get off Brazil’s well-worn (yet beautiful) path with this 14-day tour that begins in Rio and heads north. Spend two nights in the northern Am...

Sailing Thailand - Phuket to Ko Phi Phi — Plus

Thailand , 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 ...

The Best of Eastern Canada featuring Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Niagara Falls & Toronto

Escorted or Guided Tour

From the European-styled, old world elegance of Quebec City to the thundering magnificence of Niagara Falls, you’ll love every moment of this tour...

Classical Greece

Greece , Escorted or Guided Tour

Discover the magnificent ruins of ancient Greece in their tranquil Mediterranean settings. This comprehensive journey explores Greece’s most ...

Classic Bangkok Mini Adventure

Thailand , Escorted or Guided Tour

Get your bearings in Bangkok with this three-day, CEO-lead tour of the city’s best. Visit the Grand Palace, hop on a river boat, browse local...

Cycle Northern Spain

Spain , Escorted or Guided Tour

Encounter the beauty of Catalonia’s countryside and its rustic towns on this active bike trip. Designed for the weekend cyclist, this itinera...

England's Treasures

Great Britain, United Kingdom , Escorted or Guided Tour

Experience leisurely stays in England’s most iconic destinations. Spend two nights in bustling London. Sail the picturesque Lake District, made fam...

Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Montevideo, Uruguay , Escorted or Guided Tour

Challenge. Desolation. Unlimited wonder. It’s not difficult to grasp what attracted the great explorers to Antarctica. Get a personal appreciation ...

Local Living Croatia – Southern Dalmatia

Dubrovnik, Croatia , Escorted or Guided Tour

For Old World charm and medieval splendour, it’s hard to beat Croatia. Now imagine living there like the locals do — with full access to local wine...

Costa Rica Family Journey: From Rainforest to Coast

Costa Rica , Escorted or Guided Tour

Blanketed in pristine rainforest, lined by golden sands, and brimming with curious-looking creatures, Costa Rica is the ultimate family playground....

Iconic Southern Africa

South Africa , Escorted or Guided Tour

As the sun rises over Kruger National Park – and an elephant and her young calf wander past you – greet another remarkable day in southern Africa. ...

New Zealand: North Island Encompassed

New Zealand , Escorted or Guided Tour

Now’s the time to explore New Zealand on your terms with this tour that’s affordable for young travellers. Leave your travel FOMO behin...

Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City

Colombia , Escorted or Guided Tour

Embracing nature in Colombia and the Caribbean is like nowhere else on Earth. Imagine picturesque beaches, busy cities, and the freshest coffee you...

China on a Shoestring–Hong Kong to Beijing

China, China , Escorted or Guided Tour

Soak in the vibrant pulse of Hong Kong, float down the Yangtze on a Chinese-style riverboat, and walk the Great Wall with other others that share y...

Antarctica & Chile’s Patagonia

Chile , Escorted or Guided Tour

Discover the magic and wonder of the Fjords of Chile, Cape Horn, and the “White Continent” aboard the stylish and comfortable MS Midnatsol. Jump of...

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