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Bicycle Tours in Spain: Cycling the Camino de Santiago - Roncesvalles to Santiago

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Bicycle Tours in Spain: Cycling the Camino de Santiago - Roncesvalles to Santiago

Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid, Spain for 15 Days • from $5,350* per person

Provider: ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours (3 testimonials)

"A pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela is the finest journey in Spain," wrote James Michener in his book Iberia. Join our bicycle tour across northern Spain and you too will discover the magic of the Camino de Santiago. Our tour follows the original guide for the Camino written by a monk in the 12th century. Along the way you'll explore Gothic cathedrals, visit medieval monasteries, pedal through one of Spain's premier wine growing regions - the Rioja - and encounter… 3 testimonials & more

Offered June, August, September
Exertion level: 4
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 16 people
Must form your own group? No
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Iceland: The Land of Fire and Ice

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Iceland: The Land of Fire and Ice

Reykjavik International Airport, Iceland for 8 Days • from $4,895* per person

Provider: Boundless Journeys (3 testimonials)

Iceland is a land of contrasts more extreme than any place we’ve visited. Vast, desolate lava fields are interrupted by lush moss-carpeted valleys. Giant cascading waterfalls give way to vibrantly colored rhyolite mountains. From the other-wordly landscapes of the south coast, to the mystical power of Snaefellsnes Peninsula in the west, our overland expedition takes in the most beautiful and inspiring areas of Iceland.Hiking on the south coast leads us through fairytale landscapes and past dramatic waterfalls, under the powerful… 2 testimonials & more

Offered June-August
Exertion level: 3
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 16 people
Must form your own group? No
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Great Hikes and Chefs of Northern Italy's Gourmet Trail

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Great Hikes and Chefs of Northern Italy's Gourmet Trail

Turin, Italy for 8 Days • from $5,895* per person

Provider: Wilderness Travel

Northern Italy is renowned for exquisite scenery and culinary delights. It’s the perfect place for our unique journey combining delightful day hikes and elegant meals created by some of Italy’s most legendary chefs, including Gualtiero Marchesi, the father of modern Italian cuisine. With veteran Trip Leader and dedicated “foodie” Gianluca Canalicchio, we enjoy hikes in the most beautiful settings in the Piemonte, Lombardy, and Veneto regions along with an array of unforgettable meals, including several at distinguished Michelin-starred restaurants, complemented… 1 testimonial & more

Offered May, October
Exertion level: 5
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No
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8 Day Gorillas in the Virungas & Bwindi

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

8 Day Gorillas in the Virungas & Bwindi

Kigali Airport, Kigali, Rwanda for 8 Days • from $5,406* per person

Provider: Volcanoes Safaris (3 testimonials)

Safari Highlights include:    * GORILLA TRACKING in PNV, Bwindi and Nkuringo (four opportunities).    * DIAN FOSSEY’S grave in PNV/Ros Carr’s orphanage    * GOLDEN MONKEYS in Mgahinga/PNV    * CLIMB the Muhavura or Gahinga Volcanoes/nature walk.    * NATUREWALK in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest 1 testimonial & more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 10 people
Must form your own group? No
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Mediterranean Island Hopping

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Mediterranean Island Hopping

Alghero, Italy for 11 Days • from $4,995* per room

Provider: Ciclismo Classico (3 testimonials)

     Catalan-inspired coastal town of Alghero     Rustic lunch at a typical Sardinian country farmhouse     Island-hopping boat excursion     Visit to the 5,000-year-old archaeological site of carved menhirs     Astonishing glittering red granite rock walls of Les Calanche     Daily dips in turquoise blue coves     French and Italian cultures back to backExperience a fascinating contrast in cultures: Italian-influenced Sardinia with its prehistoric nuraghi towers (sculpted pink-rock formations) and the rugged, French-flavored island of Corsica. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, water lover, photographer or cyclist… more

Offered April, May, September
Exertion level: 5
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 24 people
Must form your own group? No
National Geographic Traveler's Tours of a Lifetime 2011

Machu Picchu Lodge to Lodge Trek

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Machu Picchu Lodge to Lodge Trek

Cusco Airport, Peru for 7 Days • from $2,990* per person

Provider: Mountain Lodges of Peru

We have created an adventure in which you will be able to experience Peru at its best and like never before: trekking from lodge to lodge, enjoying the comfort and service of 4 top quality mountain lodges located in pristine areas and finally reaching Machu Picchu (the crown jewels) as a final destination.In this journey you will trek from 3,900m/12,800ft to 2,100m/6,900ft, traversing across magnificent mountain passes, enjoying enormous and mystical snow-capped peaks, seeing nature in its purest form and… more

Offered March-December
Exertion level: 5
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? No
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Costa Rica Connoisseur

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Costa Rica Connoisseur

San Jose, Costa Rica for 9 Days • from $2,008* per person

Provider: Costa Rica Expeditions (2 testimonials)

Featuring a guided hike in Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and visit to the Butterfly Garden. At Arenal walk the Hanging Bridges trails then soak in a natural hot springs in the shadow of the Volcano. Head to remote Tortuguero for boat trips through rainforest creeks and a night excursion to observe sea turtles nesting (June-Oct. only). Return to San Jose in light charter plane, on your last full day in Costa Rica, visit the Cafe Britt Plantation. more

Offered March, April, June, July, October-December
Exertion level: 5
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 16 people
Must form your own group? No
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Rhone Valley Fall Harvest MTB Adventure

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Rhone Valley Fall Harvest MTB Adventure

Geneva airport, Switzerland for 8 Days • from $5,995* per person

Provider: EpicQuest Adventure

In the Southwest corner of Switzerland, the Rhône Valley is home to some of the most diverse mountain bike terrain in the Alps, with resorts like Verbier, the Portes du Soleil, Crans-Montana, and Zermatt all within easy striking distance. Not to mention the myriad "underground" trails, accessed by trains, trams, and road shuttles, that crisscross the region. Whether you enjoy adrenaline-charged lift-served freeriding, leg-pumping XC rides, or a combination of the two, the Rhône Valley trip has it all. We'll… more

Offered September, October
Exertion level: 5
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.
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Tigers And Travels In India

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Tigers And Travels In India

Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi for 19 Days • from $5,595* per person

Provider: Wildland Adventures (3 testimonials)

Recognized by National Geographic Travelermagazine as a "Tour of a Lifetime," our Tigers and Travels in India is a comprehensive adventure throughout north-central India dedicated to the search for the elusive tiger and the ancient sites and contemporary cultural fabric of modern India. During our tiger safaris we learn about Project Tiger to bring tigers back from the brink of extinction in Bandhavgarh and Kanha National Parks. Visit the old city of New Delhi, the Moghul masterpiece of the Taj… more

Offered January, February, April
Exertion level: 3
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.
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Award Winning Vietnam Family Adventure

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Award Winning Vietnam Family Adventure

Hanoi Airport, Vietnam for 14 Days • from $3,920* per person

Provider: Horizon And Company (3 testimonials)

Chosen as a 2011 Tour of a Lifetime by National Geographic Traveler magazine! Fine tuned for families of any age, this adventurous tour showcases the extraordinary people, enticing culture and astounding natural beauty of Vietnam. Travelers will go far beyond stereotypical tourist spots and immerse themselves in the way of life of this fascinating land through a plethora of cultural encounters and endless activities. Led by private expert local guide families will explore Hanoi, a mesmerizing mix of Asia’s exotic… more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.
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Amerindian Guyana

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Amerindian Guyana

Guyana Airport, South America for 16 Days • from $4,236* per person

Provider: Wilderness Explorers

For thousands of years the Guianan Shield has been home to a dynamic mix of Amerindian and immigrant populations: indigenous Akawaio, Arekuna, Carib, Macushi, Patamona, Waiwai, and Wapishana tribes have been joined in the last century by European colonialists, west African slaves, and indentured servants from Java and India. As a result, intrepid travelers who venture to the Guianas discover a cultural experience remarkably unlike any other in South America.Our 16-day journey introduces us to the rich culture and pristine… more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 16 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.
National Geographic Traveler's Tours of a Lifetime 2011

Bolivia Backroads And Oruro Festival

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Bolivia Backroads And Oruro Festival

La Paz, Bolivia for 13 Days • from $2,790* per person

Provider: Adventure Life Journeys (1 testimonial)

A new combination trip with our classic Bolivia Backroads and the new Oruro Festival trips. Great opportunity to see the traditional cultures of Bolivia with the Oruro Festival and the Tarabuco Market. Spend two nights in Oruro during the weekend prior to Ash Wednesday to celebrate Carnaval and to witness the triumph of good over evil displayed in the form of dances and music before exploring the Altiplano. Visit the Salt Desert of Uyuni, Potosi, and Sucre to complete your… more

Offered February, March
Exertion level: 5
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.
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Secrets of the Deccan and Malabar

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Secrets of the Deccan and Malabar

Bangalore, India for 15 Days • from $7,950* per person

Provider: Geographic Expeditions

Another crossing of India’s cultural heartland, this time beginning in the mid-south at Karnataka’s Bangalore, whence we fly north to Hubli and the nearby World Heritage Site of Hampi, capital of the Vijayanagar kings, who dominated southern India from 1336 to 1565, when they went the way of all empires. Next to Chikmagalur, once a major hill station of the Raj, now a beautiful coffee-growing area. We’ll make an excursion over to the fine, fresco-decorated temples at Belur and Halebid,… more

Offered November
Exertion level: 4
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 18 people
Must form your own group? No
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The Great Game The Silk Road Through The Pamirs & Karakorum Mountains

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

The Great Game The Silk Road Through The Pamirs & Karakorum Mountains

Urumqi, China for 28 Days • from $11,795* per person

Provider: Wilderness Travel

Our grand Central Asian odyssey links some of the most far-flung and spectacular destinations of “The Great Game,” as the 19th century diplomatic rivalry between the British Empire and Tsarist Russia was known. With long-time Central Asia explorer Roger Williams, we visit the Silk Road outpost of Kashgar, with its world-famous Sunday market, the awe-inspiring Hunza Valley in the mighty Karakorum Mountains, then head to Kyrgystan and cross the spectacular 12,840-foot Kyzyl-Art Pass into mountainous Tajikistan. We journey a remote… more

Offered May
Exertion level: 4
Luxury accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? No
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Ushuaia – Punta Arenas Route, Stella Australis

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Ushuaia – Punta Arenas Route, Stella Australis

Ushuaia Airport, Argentina for 4 Days • from $1,180* per person

Provider: Cruceros Australis

Cruceros Australis will take you on an amazing journey to the “uttermost end of the earth”.  On the Ushuaia – Punta Arenas route, you will enjoy the splendor and beauty of unique natural scenery and wildlife.   You will travel on one of the industry’s most comfortable ships designed to make your trip as pleasant and remarkable as possible through the Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel. more

Offered September-December
Exertion level: 4
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? No
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Ireland Walking The Western Islands

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Ireland Walking The Western Islands

Ennis Airport, Ireland for 8 Days • from $3,695* per person

Provider: Boundless Journeys (3 testimonials)

The islands of Western Ireland have long been a draw for those few travelers looking to get off the beaten track and experience true Irish life, complete with rugged landscapes, hard working people, and small towns standing up to the harsh Atlantic winters. Summer brings softer weather, and long days ideal for exploring the many islands dotting the coast, including Achill Island with its deserted famine village; Clare Island, once home to Grace O'Malley, the "Pirate Queen"; and the Aran… more

Offered June, August
Exertion level: 4
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 10 people
Must form your own group? No
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Tanzania Trekking Safari

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Tanzania Trekking Safari

Kilimanjaro Airport, Arusha, Tanzania for 14 Days • from $7,290* per person

Provider: Thomson Safaris (3 testimonials)

Tanzania is Our Only Business  and we have unmatched company-wide expertise.  With more than 25 years behind us, our expertise translates into a superior safari experience for you.   Our Guides know all the secret hidden places for unparalleled Wildlife Viewing.We have long term relationships with government officials, park wardens, camp and lodge managers and the local communities. Our connections ensure your trip is the smoothest and safest possible. more

Offered January, February, June-August
Exertion level: 6
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 15 people
Must form your own group? No
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Slow Food Festa - Slow Food in Piedmont, Comfort Food in Parma

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Slow Food Festa - Slow Food in Piedmont, Comfort Food in Parma

Italy for 6 Days • from $3,795* per person

Provider: La Dolce Vita Wine Tours (1 testimonial)

A Slow Food tour in Parma, Barolo & TurinSee three wine regions: Barolo and Barbaresco in Piedmont & Lambrusco in Emilia RomagnaPrivate sit-down tastings, plus dinner at a wineryA day at the Salone del Gusto, Slow Food's biannual bash in TurinSee the cities of Turin, Parma, and AlbaVisit a Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese producer and a balsamic vinegar makerLunch at prosciutto producerAccompany a truffle hunter and his dog more

Offered May, June, September, October
Exertion level: 3
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 6 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.
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Bushman Initiation Hunt & Kubu Island Quad Bike Safari

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Bushman Initiation Hunt & Kubu Island Quad Bike Safari

Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Botswana for 15 Days • from $17,825* per person

Provider: Trufflepig Travels

A unique foray into the heart of Africa in two parts: Spend the first week embedded with the San community as young men prepare to hunt an antelope for a rite of passage that will initiate them as adults. Next, fly to Makgadikgadi Pans to ride quad bikes across the lunar expanse of a giant ancient lake bed toward Kubu Island, a granite rock sacred to the Kalahari Bushmen. more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 5
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? No
National Geographic Traveler's Tours of a Lifetime 2011

Northern Highlights

National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011

Northern Highlights

Chiang Mai International Chiang Mai Thailand for 7 Days • from $1,675* per person

Provider: Pedalers Pub & Grille (3 testimonials)

Chiang Mai, the ancient kingdom of King Mengrai dating back 700 years, is well known to tourists around the world but its surroundings are often missed by visitors to Thailand. We invite you to explore Chiang Mai and it surroundings in depth on our Northern Highlights bike tour. Discover ethnic hill tribes still living in thatched villages on the hill tops dressed in their colorful garments, explore ancient temple ruins and city fortifications, taste the delicious cuisine that Thailand is… more

Offered October-March, May-July
Exertion level: 3
Boutique accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? No
National Geographic Traveler's Tours of a Lifetime 2010