Columbia & Snake Rivers Journey: Harvests, History & Landscapes |
Columbia & Snake Rivers Journey: Harvests, History & Landscapes
Portland International Airport, Portland, OR, United States
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7 Days Contact provider for price
Provider: Lindblad Expeditions Sail Through Eons Of Natural HistoryHike, kayak and enjoy Zodiac cruises through the Columbia River Gorge for an up-close perspective of a restless land, uplifted mountain ranges and catastrophic volcanoes. Cruise through the largest basalt flow the planet has ever undergone, and explore where the largest floods in history ravaged the Earth before a series of cataclysmic landslides displaced the river. An onboard geologist shares the history as we sail the river.Take a Culinary Journey That’s Local, Sustainable & DelectableEmbark… more |
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10 Day Galapagos Marine Safari |
10 Day Galapagos Marine Safari
Guayaquil International Airport, Guayaquil, Ecuador
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10 Days from $5,550* per person
Provider: Bushtracks Expeditions Set off on one of the world's most incomparable wildlife adventures aboard the 47-berth ship, The National Geographic Islander, in the magical Galapagos Islands. From snorkeling and kayaking with sea lions, to strolling among nesting boobies, and sidestepping around marine iguanas, to hiking in the highlands in search of giant tortoises, this will be a journey you will never forget.For seven days you'll navigate this volcanic archipelago with expert naturalists and a seasoned crew, enjoying varied landscapes and animal encounters… more |
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The Vineyards’ Explorer |
The Vineyards’ Explorer
Buenos Aires Airport, Argentina
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7 Days Contact provider for price
Provider: Wines and Adventures of the Andes Soft adventure in Argentina’s Wine Roads. A journey to explore the country and its outstanding wines. Arrive in the cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, and soak into its history and current wine scenario. Fly to the province of Mendoza, into the diverse oasis of winemaking: the Central Valleys and the high terroirs of the Uco Valley. The incredible Andean landscape will be an amazing frame during our whole stay. Lodge at exclusive, countryside retreats. Cycle and ride on horseback throughout the vineyards.… more |
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Portugal Independent Journey |
Portugal Independent Journey
Porto, Portugal
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8 Days Contact provider for price
Provider: Travcoa Savoring life slowly is a Portuguese passion. For any lover of fine food and wine, this journey is a dream come true. This epicurean adventure is set against the backdrop of historic Portugal, a country covered with international World Heritage Sites and graced by one of Europe’s most relaxed and attractive capitals. Discover the historical landmarks, lovely old restaurants, and sun dappled vineyards. It might be hard to discern if the warm feeling inside is coming from the natural beauty… more |
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Uzbekistan & Turkmenistan Independent Journey |
Uzbekistan & Turkmenistan Independent Journey
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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15 Days from $6,415* per person
Provider: Travcoa Travel through a part of the world older than time in search of off-the-beaten-path treasures. You'll visit centuries-old tombs, mosques and palaces, explore the great bazaars of Central Asia, and immerse yourself in the tradition and culture of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. On your travels, don't forget to take some time to shop for exquisite carpets, drink a cup of tea with a local and stand in awe at the layers of history that gild every surface in this ancient land. more |
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India's Rajasthan Independent Journey |
India's Rajasthan Independent Journey
New Delhi, India
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8 Days from $3,815* per person
Provider: Travcoa Journey to Rajasthan—legendary home to princes, pageantry and incredible opulence. Begin in Delhi where you’ll visit World Heritage Site after World Heritage Site. See the Taj Mahal from your deluxe room in Agra and tour the mausoleum in the lovely morning light. In Jaipur, relive the days of the maharajahs and ride an elephant through the doorways of the magnificent Amber Fort. In the lake city of Udaipur, savor the sunset and royal palaces on a private cruise. Experience the… more |
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North Korea |
North Korea
Beijing, China
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14 Days from $6,575* per person
Provider: Travcoa Join us on this expedition to one of the most isolated nations in the world. Begin in Beijing with a private tour of some of the city’s fascinating old quarters, the hutongs, by rickshaw. Then fly to Pyongyang, North Korea and see the sights in the capital, including the solemn Kumsusan Memorial Palace and a center for after-school studies where you’ll marvel at a spectacular student performance. Then travel into the mountains to explore North Korea’s natural landscape, a beautiful… more |
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Machu Picchu Independent Journey |
Machu Picchu Independent Journey
Lima, Peru
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8 Days from $4,240* per person
Provider: Travcoa Something simply magical characterizes Peru. How else could so many amazing qualities be found in just one country? To begin to unravel the mystery of modern day Peru, first we must travel back to the origins of the country as the birthplace of the Inca Empire. You will have the chance to visit Cuzco, capital city of the Inca Empire and oldest continuously inhabited city in all of South America, as well as the famed sanctuary of Machu Picchu, a… more |
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Easter Island Independent Journey |
Easter Island Independent Journey
Santiago, Chile
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6 Days from $3,830* per person
Provider: Travcoa More than 2,300 miles off Chile’s coast, remote Easter Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is inhabited by the ancestors of a sophisticated society that developed a millennium ago, and then disappeared, leaving an archaeological legacy of ancient stone villages, open-air sanctuaries and giant statues called Moai. Legend shrouds its mysterious megaliths called Moai, carved by the Rapa Nui people. Why these Moai were created and how they were moved to their present sites — as well as the mythology… more |
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The Ethiopian Odyssey |
The Ethiopian Odyssey
Addis Ababa Airport, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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16 Days Contact provider for price
Provider: Elevate Destinations The “Ethiopian Odyssey” is an unbelievable adventurethrough north and southwest Ethiopia, a once in a lifetimeexpedition that grants you privileged access to theremotest and most traditional areas of Africa. Led in thebest tradition of Africa House by guides who are therecognised experts in their field.We’ll tour the famous sites of Coptic Ethiopia – visionsof the Lost Ark, Prester John and Haile Selassie conjurein the mind. We’ll then fly to Southwest Ethiopia andusing expedition motorboats and mobile camps, we’ll theexplore areas… more |
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Alaska: Nature's Playground |
Alaska: Nature's Playground
Airport near Anchorage, AK, United States
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8 Days from $7,220* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent This program is part of A&K's Family Holidays. Pristine wilderness - populated by moose, bear, humpback whale and sea lion - stretches as far as the eye can see. Take it in from an open-air platform aboard a double-decker train and scenic flight over Denali, which lands on a glacier. Fish for salmon, embark on a geocaching adventure and experience wildlife up close before meeting Iditarod champion Martin Buser's husky team - a thrill for the whole family. more |
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'Elisabeth' - Northern Burgundy |
'Elisabeth' - Northern Burgundy
Airport near Paris, France
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7 Days from $4,500* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent In 2012, the family-friendly 'Elisabeth' cruises in France from June to October. Her popular "Chocolate & Wine" cruises on the Burgundy Canal include dessert-making demonstrations and local wine tastings. more |
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Kenya Family Safari |
Kenya Family Safari
Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi, Kenya
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11 Days from $6,550* per person
Provider: Abercrombie & Kent This program is part of A&K's Family Holidays. Set out to see the world-famous "Big Five" as well as endangered species, including the Rothschild giraffe, chimpanzee and black rhino. Young travellers have many activities to choose from, including archery with the local Maasai, casting animal tracks in plaster and making fire in time-honored fashion. A tribal dance performance and optional balloon safari provide surefire thrills for family members of all ages. more |
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Uganda: Pearl of Africa |
Uganda: Pearl of Africa
Entebbe International Airport, Entebbe, Uganda
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11 Days from $7,815* per person
Provider: Cox & Kings Our classic journey will take you through this land of contrasts - from the chimpanzees in the pristine, protected forests of western Uganda’s Semliki National Park and Reserve, to Queen Elizabeth National Park in the south, Murchison Falls National Park in the north, and Kidepo Valley National Park further north still. Experience the incredible natural wonders that this starkly beautiful country has to offer. more |
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Bahamas- Paddling the Bahamas, The Exuma Chain |
Bahamas- Paddling the Bahamas, The Exuma Chain
Georgetown Airport, Bahamas
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9 Days from $2,990* per person
Provider: Legendary Expeditions Far from the touristy crush of Nassau or Freeport are the Bahamas’ remote Exuma Islands, an idyllic chain of palm-covered outposts ringed by white-sand beaches. Millions of years ago, huge deposits of shell and coral were compacted into one of the largest limestone formations in the world—as the sea level dropped, ocean currents and erosion transformed the landmass into an archipelago of 2500 islands. The Exumas, known as the Bahamas' "Out Islands," are 365 cays (pronounced “keys”) that are largely… more |
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Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari Tanzania |
Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari Tanzania
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha, Tanzania
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15 Days from $5,400* per person
Provider: International Mountain Guides Since organizing our first Kilimanjaro expedition in 1989, every one of our almost 200 Kilimanjaro teams has had a high percentage of the group reach the summit of Kilimanjaro (19,340'/5896m). Obviously, we can't guarantee an individual's success, but isn't it good to know that if you have the lungs and the legs, the opportunity to reach the top of the highest peak in Africa has been there on every trip we've ever done? more |
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Treasures Of The Northwest |
Treasures Of The Northwest
Buenos Aires Airport, Argentina
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12 Days from $7,200* per person
Provider: Absolute Travel This tour focuses on the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Argentina's desert northwest. Begin with a three-night stay in Buenos Aires, where private touring includes the various historical neighborhoods of the city, a cruise along the Delta, a tango show, and a visit to a charming town in neighboring Uruguay. Next, fly to Iguazú Falls, a range of 275 waterfalls spanning nearly 3 kilometers along the borders of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. From Iguazú Falls, fly to Salta and… more |
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explora from-to El Chaltén |
explora from-to El Chaltén
El Calafate Airport, near Santiago, Chile
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9 Days from $6,083* per person
Provider: Explora This area, surrounded by huge mountain massifs and dotted with glaciers, is home to more than 100 different bird species and many different mammals, some of which are endemic to the region; this is a place where the nature is exuberant and untouched.On the Chilean side, the travesía is based at the Torres del Paine National Park.Declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 1978, the park is characterized by its distinctive geological formations and the diversity of the landscape, which… more |
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Essential Basque Country |
Essential Basque Country
San Sebastián airport, Spain
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7 Days from $2,400* per person
Provider: Epicurean Ways (3 testimonials) This gastronomic voyage explores the fascinating world of Basque and Riojan food and wine. Enjoy unique Basque cuisine in San Sebastian, including pintxos, the Basque variant of tapas. Visit Bilbao, with its Guggenheim Museum, and indulge in gastronomic excellence at the recently Michelin-starred Etxebarri restaurant. Then head to La Rioja to explore some of the best wineries in Spain and fantastic Riojan cuisine, including both traditional fare and lunch with the Michelin star chef of Echaurren restaurant.The Region and the… more |
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Walking tour & air safari of the Torngat Mountains |
Walking tour & air safari of the Torngat Mountains
Montreal Airport, Quebec, Canada
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7 Days from $5,947* per person
Provider: The Great Canadian Adventure Company (3 testimonials) Explore one of the most remote mountain ranges in the world on this walking tour and air safari tour of the Torngat Mountains in Labrador. This tour is a photographers dream with opportunities to explore by air and on foot the remote Torngat Mountains National Park and Ungava Bay. Escape to Nunavik and discover Canada’s Arctic region of Northern Quebec and Labrador. With a minimum of two participants, our guides can customize an exciting walking and air tour to explore… more |
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