2128 active and adventure experiences found
Trekking the Monasteries of Tibet
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Trekking the Monasteries of Tibet
Beijing Airport, China
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16 Days • from $3,495* per person
Provider: Myths and Mountains Your journey begins where Buddhism began in Tibet - the Tsetang region, east of Lhasa. Explore one of the oldest Nyingma-pa monasteries, Samye - a model of the Buddhist universe, and the meditation caves that served the likes of Guru Rimpoche and the 5th Dalai Lama. The trail, with lakes, meadows, tiny villages, and nomad camps takes you to the holy Guru Rimpoche cave of Chimpu. Stop at Lake Nam Tso, spend two nights in Reteng, then stop at Ganden… more |
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Argentina and Chile - Patagonia and the Lakes District
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Argentina and Chile - Patagonia and the Lakes District
Buenos Aires Airport, Argentina
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17 Days • from $6,995* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Stunning glaciers, turquoise lakes, extinct volcanoes, Zodiac adventures, wine tasting and tango lessons are just a few of the amazing highlights of this Patagonia adventure!Begin in the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires, Argentina where we learn the sensuous tango and visit the expansive Tigre Delta by riverboat. Fly to the “end of the earth”, Ushuaia, and explore the Beagle Channel and Tierra del Fuego National Park. There, we visit Magellanic and gentoo penguin rookeries.Patagonia is a nature lover’s delight for… more |
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Iceland - Fjords, Glaciers and Hot Springs
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Iceland - Fjords, Glaciers and Hot Springs
Reykjavík Airport, Reykjavik, Iceland
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11 Days • from $4,995* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Explore the rugged beauty of this North Atlantic island nation. For most people, the name Iceland conjures up little more than snow and ice. But it is much more than ice — in its sagas, puffins, glaciers, fjords, active volcanoes, lava fields and hot springs, you’ll find the perfect blend of nature, culture and history.We begin in the sophisticated capital city of Reykjavik, and continue south along the scenic coast, taking in lava fields, hot springs and bird cliffs en… more |
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Adriatic Adventure - Slovenia & Croatia, Italy, Bosnia & Montenegro
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Adriatic Adventure - Slovenia & Croatia, Italy, Bosnia & Montenegro
Ljubljana Airport, Slovenia
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21 Days • from $6,695* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Journey to one of the most diverse regions of Europe — Slovenia and Croatia. Our adventure begins in Ljubljana, the pleasant capital of Slovenia. If you are a nature lover, the diversity of the parks we visit will surely fascinate you: including the world-famous Plitvice and Krka National Parks, with their impressive falls. Breathe the fresh mountain air of the Slovenian Alps and take in the unforgettable blue color of the Adriatic sea.Explore two enormous caves, Postojna and Skocjan (a… more |
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Libya - Land of Shifting Sands
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Libya - Land of Shifting Sands
Tripolis International Airport, Tripoli, Libya
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18 Days • from $7,295* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) A new political era has opened the doors for adventure travelers to a truly fascinating land. Libya, with the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Sahara Desert to the south, boasts an impressive history dating back 2,600 years. Libya has been occupied by Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Vandals, Byzantines, Turks, Italians, Spanish and Arabs, each leaving their own historic legacy.Visit four UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Sabratha, dating back to 600 BC; Ghadames — the Jewel of the Sahara; the ancient… more |
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Madagascar - Island of Nature
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Madagascar - Island of Nature
Antananarivo Airport, Antananarivo, Madagascar
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18 Days • from $6,795* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Madagascar is a unique place on earth — eighty percent of its flora and fauna are found nowhere else on earth. With over 30 different species of lemurs, unusual plant life, a fascinating culture of 17 distinct tribes, plus strong Indo-Malay and French influences, Madagascar is an ideal destination for the adventure traveler.The journey starts in Antananarivo with a city tour, followed by a visit to Ambohimanga, where former Merina monarchs had their summer palaces. Our journey continues to Ranomafana,… more |
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Morocco - Kasbahs, Berbers and the Sahara
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Morocco - Kasbahs, Berbers and the Sahara
Airport, Morocco near Casablanca, Morocco
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18 Days • from $4,395* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Known to the Arabs as al-Maghreb al-Aqsa, or the farthest land of the setting sun, Morocco stands at the western edge of the Arab and Muslim world. Separated from Europe by just nine miles at the Strait of Gibraltar, Morocco is both a crossroads and a frontier state, as it has been since the 11th century, when it became the gateway for Islam’s most successful advance upon Western Europe.We start in Casablanca and travel to one of Morocco’s greatest charms… more |
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Tanzania - Cradle of Life
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Tanzania - Cradle of Life
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha, Tanzania
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16 Days • from $7,295* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Tanzania, the largest country in east Africa, is home to wildlife, lakes, savannah and mountains. From the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, to Mt. Kilimanjaro (the highest mountain in Africa), Tanzania boasts world-renowned sites and adventure.Follow the herds of elephants, lions, rhinos and towering giraffes, as well as millions of wildebeests, zebras and gazelles roaming the savannahs of the Serengeti — truly the quintessential African safari. Enjoy some of the best wildlife experiences in the Serengeti, migration runs right by… more |
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China - The Classic Route
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China - The Classic Route
Beijing Airport, China
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18 Days • from $5,195* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) China — 5,000 years of history. That alone is enough to draw most people to the Middle Kingdom.Imagine walking through a grand imperial monument such as the Forbidden City — truly a city within a city. In Xian, see the famed Terra Cotta Warriors, each unique face sculpted to last for eternity. Float down the Yangtze River through the spectacular Three Gorges and in Guilin, see karst limestone peaks surrounded by rice paddies and the Li River. Our Classic Route… more |
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Classic India - Wildlife and Ancient Sites
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Classic India - Wildlife and Ancient Sites
Delhi airport, IGI Airport T3 Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India
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18 Days • from $6,395* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Few countries can match the splendor of India, an ancient culture imbued with exotic traditions. A beautiful land of world-class sites, both natural and man-made, awaits you. From the plains to the rugged Himalayas, India is one of the world’s great travel destinations. Our program highlights the famous sites of the north as well as lesser-known, but equally fascinating sites such as Ranthambhore National Park.In New Delhi, we tour India’s regal capital, then travel to Varanasi to witness the rituals… more |
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Southern India - Journey to the Land's End
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Southern India - Journey to the Land's End
Chennai Airport, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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17 Days • from $6,495* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Marvel at ancient temples dedicated to Hindu gods and goddesses. Visit national parks, tea factories and cruise backwater canals. Explore southern India’s vast cultural heritage, from British, French, Portuguese and Jewish influences, to the ancient capitals of the Chola and Pallava Kings.Our journey begins in Chennai (Madras), where we visit the Fort Museum housing relics of a by-gone era. We visit several World Heritage sites, including the Shore Temple, constructed around the 7th century, and the Brahadeeswara Temple, with its… more |
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Sri Lanka - Highlands, Leopards and Temples
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Sri Lanka - Highlands, Leopards and Temples
Colombo Airport, Sri Lanka
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17 Days • from $4,795* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Encounter the magic of Sri Lanka — the island nation formerly known as Ceylon is once again open to visitors. Coastlines give way to a cool and rugged mountainous interior. Magnificent archeological sites, ancient kingdoms and forests teeming with wildlife — Sri Lanka promises an adventure packed with diversity, wildlife and culture.ElderTreks’ program to Sri Lanka has been designed to highlight the natural and cultural wonders of this exotic island nation. Explore the national parks, archeological sites, cascading waterfalls and… more |
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Classic Turkey - East Meets West at the Crossroads of History
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Classic Turkey - East Meets West at the Crossroads of History
Airport near Istanbul, Turkey
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21 Days • from $5,995* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Turkey, the fabled land that joins the familiar West with the mystery of the East, is a prime destination for the adventure traveler. The history and legend of Turkey presents an eclectic mix of new and ancient in the warmth of an open and welcoming culture.Our adventure begins in Istanbul, the great city that links Europe to Asia across the Bosphorus. Istanbul was once the capital of the “civilized” world in the early days of Christendom and continues to be… more |
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Yunnan - Adventures in Tribal China
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Yunnan - Adventures in Tribal China
Kunming Airport, near Yunnan, China
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15 Days • from $3,495* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) In the 13th century, Marco Polo wrote of Kunming and Yunnan: “The capital city named Yachi is very great and noble. In it are found merchants and artisans with a mixed population of idolaters, Nestorian Christians, and Saracens or Mohametans. The land is fertile in rice and wheat...”Yunnan’s diversity of natural wonders includes Himalayan peaks, fertile valleys, tropical rainforests, tranquil lakes and thundering rivers. The snow-capped mountains and glaciers feed two of the world’s great rivers, the Mekong and the… more |
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JJJ Wilderness Ranch
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JJJ Wilderness Ranch
Great Falls Airport ,Montana
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7 Days • from $2,100* per person
Provider: The Dude Ranchers' Association Escape to a different way of life. A place to discover landscape so big and open and rugged that it stretches your soul. Tucked just inside Montana's majestic Rocky Mountain Front between Yellowstone and Glacier National Park, the Triple J Ranch overlooks the beautiful Sun River Canyon and Gibson Lake. The road ends here! Out our backdoor is the famous, million acre Bob Marshall Wilderness.The ranch offers something for everyone; singles, couples or families. A wide variety of activities emphasize… more |
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Burnt Well Guest Ranch
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Burnt Well Guest Ranch
Roswell Airport ,New Mexico
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7 Days • from $1,650* per person
Provider: The Dude Ranchers' Association Burnt Well Guest Ranch is located in warm, sunny, southeastern New Mexico. Guests have said "This is John Wayne country!" "I can't believe how far you can see sometimes 50-60 miles!!" "I feel like I'm just visiting family, I feel so at home and welcome here!" "I was actually a valid part of the work at hand!" "It is so-o-o peaceful and relaxing here, my hectic life seems a world away!"We've been asked, "What does a normal day at Burnt… more |
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Best Of Ethiopia
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Best Of Ethiopia
Addis Ababa Airport, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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18 Days • from $4,128* per person
Provider: Adventures In Africa This adventure offers an exciting glimpse into the unique cultures, history and natural beauty of Ethiopia. On this safari, guests will enjoy visiting four historic cities in Ethiopia’s North, including Lalibela and Axum. You will also see the stunning scenery of the Simien Mountains, with a good chance of spying the endemic Gelada baboon. In the South you will have the chance to meet a large variety of tribal peoples. These include the Dorze (known for their beehive-shaped houses), the… more |
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Israel Independent Journey
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Israel Independent Journey
Tel Aviv, Israel
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10 Days • from $5,475* per person
Provider: Travcoa Journey to Israel, the spiritual wellspring for Christians, Jews and Muslims. Visit important sacred sites of a country shrouded in a great historic past. Encounter grand monuments testifying to the opulence of this ancient region and witness history first-hand from the Sea of Galilee to the Dead Sea. more |
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Albania, Macedonia & Beyond
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Albania, Macedonia & Beyond
Tirana, Albania
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16 Days • from $6,995* per person
Provider: Travcoa Go where few have gone before on your exploration of these hospitable countries. Visit the cliffside monastery of Kalishta and the Byzantine cathedral of Sveti Naum, perched high above Macedonia’s Lake Ohrid. Stroll the streets of Albanian Gjirokastra — a jewel of Ottoman architecture — and travel even further back in time as you explore the ruins of prehistoric Butrint. Then cross the border into ancient Greece to visit Meteora’s majestic hilltop monasteries. Along the way, marvel at the striking… more |
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Iran Independent Journey
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Iran Independent Journey
Tehran, Iran
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11 Days • from $5,460* per room
Provider: Travcoa Compelling ancient ruins, grand mosques, abundant pomegranate groves, exquisite gardens and beautiful desert and mountain landscapes vie for your attention in this stunning world apart. You’ll have the rare opportunity to reconcile the western world’s perceptions about Iran with your own unforgettable experience in this magnificent cultural wonderland of splendid cities, glorious shrines and stunning museums. Being off the beaten track, your view of the most important sites is relaxed and crowd-free. Whether you are wandering through the incredible labyrinth… more |
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