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Discover Portugal

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On the western edge of mainland Europe, Portugal packs an alluring punch for curious travellers. Embark on an exploration rich in scenic beauty, fa...

Imperial Cities featuring Prague, Vienna & Budapest

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Bask in the splendor and romance with 3-night stays in each of Europe’s Imperial Cities – Prague, Vienna and Budapest. In Prague, walk the Golden L...

Canadian Rockies Encompassed

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The Indigenous history, beautiful natural landscapes, and lively cowboy culture of western Canada come together on this 19-day tour through British...

Alaska Camping: Kenai Peninsula

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Now’s the time to explore the United States on your terms with this tour that’s affordable for young travellers. They don’t call ...

New Zealand – North Island Multisport

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The North Island of New Zealand is blessed with spectacular scenery, ranging from bubbling thermal pools to fast flowing rivers. The best way to se...

Southern Italy & Sicily featuring Taormina, Matera, Alberobello and the Amalfi Coast

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This journey will take you through a crossroads of civilizations in Sicily and on to the spectacular coastlines of Southern Italy. Begin your trave...

Norway Fjord Trekking

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The Vikings were some of the toughest people to ever walk this earth, and looking at the land that spawned them, it’s not hard to see why. Carved b...

Victoria Falls & Serengeti Overland: Lakes & Landos

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Now’s the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that’s affordable for young travellers. Grab your camera (or just your ph...

Australia Encompassed

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Sydney, Melbourne, Fraser Island, the Whitsundays — your crash course in all things Australia starts now. For 25 days, you’ll head up the East Coas...

Western USA Family Experience

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Never mind the minivans and cheesy tourist attractions – our 12-day trip across the western United States puts a whole new spin on ol’ America the ...

Thailand & Vietnam: Mountains & Coastlines

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Do it all, and then some, on this 21-day tour of Thailand and Vietnam that features extra health and safety measures. Kicking off in Bangkok, enjoy...

Peru and Bolivia: Machu Picchu to the Salt Flats

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Experience the awe-inspiring wonders of Bolivia and Peru. Learn about Peru’s storied past in the former Inca capital of Cusco, and venture into the...

TailorMade Thailand: East Coast Explorer

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Make it truly your own. Start with this TailorMade sample itinerary, then work with our Private Travel team to customize the tour. Thailand’s...

Best of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan

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Cross two ‘stans off your travel map with a 13-day tour through Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. This well-rounded tour takes you through bustlin...

Discover Brazil, Argentina & Chile

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Experience the vibrant cultures of the bottom half of South America on a 17-day adventure to Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. Sip wine in Santiago, da...

Tuscany & the Italian Riviera

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Join us as we travel across the Italian countryside, over the rolling hills of Tuscany and to the enchanting Italian Riviera. Relax with a 3-night ...

France Family Journey: From Paris to Normandy and Beyond

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Explore the wonderful history, art, and culture of France on an adventure from iconic monuments in Paris to amazing cave dwellings in the Loire Val...

The Red Centre to Melbourne

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It’s a wide-open space between the aptly named Red Centre and Adelaide, and we intend to make the most of it on this 10-day trek full of good compa...

USA Road Trip: Pacific Northwest

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Now’s the time to explore the United States on your terms with this tour that’s affordable for young travellers. Natural wonders? Check...

Galápagos — North, West & Central Islands aboard the Yolita

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The Galápagos Islands all have one thing in common: beautiful landscapes and incredible wildlife. (Okay, that’s technically two things, but you get...

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