Experience GuatemalaNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Experience Guatemala
Guatemala airport, Guatemala City
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9 Days from $2,398* per person
Provider: Aventouras Guatemala is a land of wonder and enchantment and boasts all of the ingredients for the perfect vacation — Aventouras combines them for the Guatemalan adventure of a lifetime. You will we bike and hike amid towering volcanoes near Antigua, sea kayak the tranquil waters of Lake Atitlán, explore the jungle of the Petén and learn about the mystical Mayan culture while exploring the archaeological sites of Yaxha and Tikal. more |
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Rhone Valley Fall Harvest MTB AdventureNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Rhone Valley Fall Harvest MTB Adventure
Geneva airport, Switzerland
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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 |
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Majestic JapanNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Majestic Japan
Tokyo, Japan
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13 Days from $8,495* per person
Provider: Natural Habitat Adventures * Sit with the snow monkeys of Nagano as they soak in natural hot springs * Watch thousands of graceful cranes at two serene sanctuaries * Discover the tranquil beauty of Japan’s mountains and marshes in winterJapan often evokes images of fast-paced urban life and cutting-edge technology. But that’s just one side of this surprising country. The other is its lesser-known natural splendor. From the snow-capped peaks of ancient volcanoes to its abundant wildlife, forests and wetlands, wild Japan… more |
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Voyage through the Red SeaNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Voyage through the Red Sea
Cairo International Airport, Egypt
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17 Days from $11,980* per person
Provider: Zegrahm and Eco Expeditions (2 testimonials) We start our 2012 Red Sea adventure with a two-day Egypt tour where we view the Great Pyramid and the Sphinx, along with several of Alexandria’s impressive monuments. We then explore Byblos and Baalbek, Lebanon. After a daylight transit of the Suez Canal, we resume our Egypt expedition with visits to the Monastery of St. Catherine and Luxor. Then, it’s on to Saudi Arabia, then Sudan, Eritrea, and more, as well as the sublime islands of the Dahlak Archipelago with… more |
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Wild Papua New Guinea - EXPLORATORY TRIP!National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Wild Papua New Guinea - EXPLORATORY TRIP!
Port Moresby International, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
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11 Days from $9,495* per person
Provider: Natural Habitat Adventures A rare, fully-guided small-group adventure to a wild land where nature and culture abide in ancient rhythms Travel up the Karawari River to one of the most isolated and pristine tracts of wilderness on earth, visiting traditional villages by small boat Stay at culturally sensitive eco-lodges in diverse natural settings: rainforest highlands, tropical jungle and palm-fringed volcanic coastPapua New Guinea offers a primal encounter with nature – a sense of the world as it must have existed a thousand… more |
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Award Winning Vietnam Family AdventureNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Award Winning Vietnam Family Adventure
Hanoi Airport, Vietnam
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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 |
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Bolivia Backroads And Oruro FestivalNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Bolivia Backroads And Oruro Festival
La Paz, Bolivia
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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 |
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Secrets of the Deccan and MalabarNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Secrets of the Deccan and Malabar
Bangalore, India
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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 |
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Explorer's SafariNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Explorer's Safari
Kilimanjaro Airport, Arusha, Tanzania
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15 Days from $6,690* 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 |
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Ushuaia – Punta Arenas Route, Stella AustralisNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Ushuaia – Punta Arenas Route, Stella Australis
Ushuaia Airport, Argentina
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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 |
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Ireland Walking The Western IslandsNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Ireland Walking The Western Islands
Ennis Airport, Ireland
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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 |
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14 Day China Family AdventureNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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14 Day China Family Adventure
Beijing Airport, China
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14 Days from $3,738* per person
Provider: Kensington Tours (3 testimonials) This National Geographic award winning tour showcases the culture & beauty of this fascinating land with the comfort & flexibility of private guide, driver & plenty of family flair. Highlights include the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, the Temple of Heaven, the Terracotta Warriors, stunning Guilin & more. Family adventure & fun abounds: cook lunch with a local family, practice Tai Chi in the park with the locals, cruise the Li River, visit rural villages, see an awe-striking 500-person water… more |
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Northern HighlightsNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Northern Highlights
Chiang Mai International Chiang Mai Thailand
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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 |
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South Pole 20k Ski ExpeditionNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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South Pole 20k Ski Expedition
Airport near Punta Arenas, Chile
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9 Days from $42,950* per person
Provider: PolarExplorers An incredible opportunity to fly all the way to the South Pole or ski the last 20 kilometers. Remote, virtually inaccessible, and unlike any other destination, the South Pole awaits adventurous travelers. This adventure starts in Punta Arenas, Chile, where you will be met at your hotel for a pre-flight briefing and luggage weigh-in. Punta Arenas is very close to some of the world's best penguin rookeries, and well worth exploring. From Punta Arenas, you'll board a charter flight to… more |
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Raja Ampat ArchipelagoNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Raja Ampat Archipelago
Jakarta Airport, Jakarta, Indonesia
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13 Days from $8,090* per person
Provider: Oceanic Society Located in the heart of the Coral Triangle- the waters surrounding the Raja Ampat Archipelago in Indonesia's West Papua province are one of the most biologically diverse areas on the planet boasting more than 500 species of coral and more than 1,300 species of fish. Aboard our traditional style Indonesian schooner with all the modern comforts and facilities, our small group enjoys an intimate exploration of this underwater paradise located far from the beaten track.Reefs throughout Raja Ampat are among… more |
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The Kenya Conservation SafariNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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The Kenya Conservation Safari
Nairobi, Kenya
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9 Days from $5,995* per person
Provider: Micato Safaris The Kenya Conservation Experience Safari Behind-the-Scenes With Heroes in Conservation 9 Days Departs Sunday, Returns Friday Day 1 Nairobi Arrive in Narobi. Karibu! Welcome to Kenya! more |
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Palau: Oceania OdysseyNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Palau: Oceania Odyssey
Koror Airport, Airai, Palau
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10 Days from $4,895* per person
Provider: Boundless Journeys (3 testimonials) Micronesia's Palau, one of the world's finest marine ecosystems, is full of opportunities for exploration and discovery. Imagine the richness of a natural wonderland that lies at the confluence of three major ocean currents. We spend days kayaking among the famed Rock Islands, uninhabited and shaped like giant, jungle-covered limestone mushrooms, riddled with sea caves, tunnels, lakes, and secluded white sand beaches - all protected by a barrier reef just offshore. We explore with mask and snorkel, swimming with Palau's… more |
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Human Origins: Tanzania to South AfricaNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Human Origins: Tanzania to South Africa
Kilimanjaro Airport, Arusha, Tanzania
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14 Days from $12,495* per person
Provider: National Geographic Expeditions Walk in the footsteps of early humans, from the highlands of the Great Rift Valley to the Eden of South Africa’s Western Cape, in the company of one of National Geographic’s top experts on human origins. Examine world-famous Paleolithic finds. Track chimpanzees and observe their humanlike behavior. Step inside prehistoric cave homes, examine crucial fossil finds at Olduvai Gorge, and encounter wildlife on safari in the primordial landscapes of East Africa.Trip Highlights Travel with a human origins expert, and meet… more |
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Tanzania Expedition Climb Mt. KilimanjaroNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Tanzania Expedition Climb Mt. Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
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14 Days from $5,195* per person
Provider: Roadmonkey Adventure Philanthropy In June, a Roadmonkey expedition team will return to Tanzania to summit Africa’s tallest mountain, via the challenging and scenic Machame Route, and then travel to the island of Zanzibar, off Tanzania’s Indian Ocean coast, to complete our custom-designed, hands-on volunteer project. more |
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Climate And Landscape Change In Borneo’s RainforestNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011
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Climate And Landscape Change In Borneo’s Rainforest
Lahad Datu Airport Lahad Datu, Sabah Malaysia
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10 Days from $1,995* per person
Provider: Earthwatch Institute (1 testimonial) Over recent decades, Borneo's once pristine rainforests have been degraded by intensive, industrial-scale logging and clearance to make way for plantations. This has threatened the island's rainforest ecosystems and the many plant and animal species they support. The situation is worsened by the lack of scientific knowledge about the ability of the forests to regenerate - especially their resilience to climate change.With the help of Earthwatch volunteers, Dr. Glen Reynolds and his team aim to better understand biodiversity and ecosystem… more |
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