84 experiences found
Photography'S TibetNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Photography'S Tibet
Gonggar, Lhokha, Tibet, China
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16 Days • from $4,285* per person
Provider: Destination Himalaya (3 testimonials) On the Roof of the World. Locked away for centuries, Tibet has always held a unique place in the human imagination, conjuring an unearthly realm beyond our reach. We begin our photography journey of Tibet in the lovely Yarlung Valley, through which flow the rushing waters of the great Tsangpo. While experiencing the scenic wonders of the Yarlung Valley, we will pay an enlightening visit to the Nyingmapa monastery at Samye. We will then be blessed with four wonderful days… more |
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Twin Lakes Paddle - Lake Clark National ParkNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Twin Lakes Paddle - Lake Clark National Park
Airport near Anchorage, AK, United States
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7 Days • from $3,250* per person
Provider: Alaska Alpine Adventures (3 testimonials) Recognized in 2010 as one of National Geographic's "Tours of a Lifetime", join us to experience Alaska’s best kayaking and hiking trip. The supreme wilderness of Twin Lakes, located in the heart of Lake Clark National Park, is a wonderland of crystalline waters set beneath a rugged rim of mountains and vast tundra expanses. It’s home to various birds of prey, moose and caribou, Dall sheep, Black and Brown bears, and the legacy of Dick Proenneke – the conservationist featured… more |
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Iceland, Eastern Greenland, SpitsbergenNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Iceland, Eastern Greenland, Spitsbergen
Reykjavik, Iceland
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15 Days • from $4,790* per person
Provider: Quark Expeditions This 15-day cruise begins in Reykjavik, Iceland and ends in Spitsbergen, largest of the many Norwegian islands known collectively as Svalbard. Explore the magnificent east coast of Greenland with its icy fjords, rugged coastline and massive glaciers. Along the way, you'll see plenty of Arctic wildlife, including bearded, ringed and harp seals, walrus, and whales - beluga and bowhead. more |
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Western Maine MountainsNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Western Maine Mountains
Portland International Jetport, Portland, ME, United States
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8 Days • from $1,950* per person
Provider: Distant Journeys Thanks to the efforts of the non-profit organization Maine Huts and Trails, a 180-mile network of trails and mountain huts is being developed through some of the most beautiful and unspoiled landscapes of Maine’s Western Mountains. After 24 years of guiding hiking and walking trips in some of Europe’s most beautiful areas, we are excited to be offering a hut-to-hut experience right here in our own backyard.During this 8-day trip, we will hike between three of Maine Huts and Trails’… more |
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Great Bear Rainforest Tours by SailNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Great Bear Rainforest Tours by Sail
Bella Bella, BC, Canada
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9 Days • from $4,180* per person
Provider: Maple Leaf Adventures Cruise British Columbia's Great Bear Rainforest, guided by the expert crew and naturalist of the 92-foot schooner Maple Leaf.Also called the Inside Passage, the Great Bear Rainforest is a land of fjords, mountains, rainforests and great river estuaries. Here, you can view grizzly bears, the mysterious white Spirit Bear, whales and, if you're lucky, wolves. Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., calls it “the last stand of the great North American rainforest.”See the Wildlife and Nature of One of Earth's Great Wild… more |
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Drangme Chhu River ExpeditionNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Drangme Chhu River Expedition
Paro, Bhutan
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16 Days • from $5,200* per person
Provider: Bio Bio Expeditions (3 testimonials) Bhutan - the exotic, remote Himalayan Kingdom most well known for measuring its citizen's "Gross National Happiness". A gigantic staircase rising from the Indian border to the high Himalayas of Tibet, the soaring peaks of Bhutan are an untapped treasure of whitewater. The rivers are powerful and challenging. The mountains are magnificent. The people are delightful. The architecture and art is superb.All together, this is a world-class odyssey in a magical land. Far from being a static, restricted environment, Bhutan… more |
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India Ultimate Wildlife Ecotour 19 DayNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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India Ultimate Wildlife Ecotour 19 Day
Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi
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19 Days • from $7,298* per person
Provider: Wild Planet Adventures (3 testimonials) Highlights:Wildlife & Safaris:• Leopard Safari - by Camel-back & Jeep in Siana• Tiger Safari - by Elephant-back and Jeep in Kanha National Park• Rhino Safari - by Elephant-back and Jeep in Kaziranga National Park• Rare Wildlife Boat Safari - by Raft in Nameri National Park• Keolado Bharatpur National Park –a World Heritage Site• Sloth Bear Rescue Center – Conservation Project for Dancing BearsPlus cultural segments:• Visit Bisnoi sect of Hindus who revere wildlife as part of their religion• Agra –… more |
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The Wonders Of JordanNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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The Wonders Of Jordan
Airport near Amman, Jordan
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11 Days • from $3,696* per person
Provider: Cultural Crossroads (3 testimonials) Join Cultural Crossroads and explore a land of warmth and hospitality, of pleasant curiosity and eager smiles. Jordan is host to a plethora of ancient civilizations with antique relics and ruins from times past where unique customs and traditions prevail. The events included are all part of an award-winning Eco Incentives® program that reflect the original ways of life, social activities, events and other characteristics of the civilizations that once lived in this ancient land.Our very special opportunity on this… more |
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Glacier Bay TraverseNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Glacier Bay Traverse
Airport near Juneau, AK, United States
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12 Days • from $3,400* per person
Provider: Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School, Inc On the wall of our office is an 8 by 8 foot map covering over 27 million acres of protected wilderness in Alaska and Canada. The well used and marked upon map encompasses massive ice caps, inland waterways, lakes, rivers, the Pacific coast, the St. Elias Range and some of the wildest land on our planet. For almost 20 years we have stood in front of this same map to plan mountaineering expeditions, river trips, ski descents, kayak journeys, and… more |
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Galapagos Supreme, A Land And Cruise Galapagos Islands Adventure TourNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Galapagos Supreme, A Land And Cruise Galapagos Islands Adventure Tour
Airport, Ecuador near Quito, Ecuador
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12 Days • from $4,995* per person
Provider: Southern Explorations (3 testimonials) If you are going to travel to the Galapagos Islands only once, it is important to make the most of it. Our Galapagos Supreme trip combines a land-based tour with a cruise, providing the best of both worlds. The trip starts with five days on land, staying at hotels on the islands, supplying a perspective few Galapagos travelers experience. Activities such as hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and biking give you an in-depth dynamic view of this unique destination. The second half… more |
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Myanmar BikingNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Myanmar Biking
Yangon Airport Road, Mingaladon, Yangon Division, Burma
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9 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Butterfield & Robinson It is the quiet mystique of Myanmar that proves so compelling. Here is a nation that, for many, feels largely undiscovered and yet is one of the gems of Southeast Asia—and one of the most extraordinary trips in B&R’s long history. From biking the lush countryside, to strolling through ancient villages and spectacular temples, to floating along the current in the deluxe comforts of a riverboat, we take in Myanmar at a pace that reflects the gentle character of the… more |
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Baffin Island Expedition & Soper River Rafting & CanoeingNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Baffin Island Expedition & Soper River Rafting & Canoeing
Iqaluit Airport, Iqaluit, NU, Canada
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11 Days • from $6,985* per person
Provider: Canadian River Expeditions and Nahanni River Adventures Combine the best of cultural exploration on Baffin Island with paddling on the Soper River in northeastern Canada! Join us for this arctic odyssey on the Soper River and sample the best and most exotic of Baffin Island. Enjoy arctic wilderness and Inuit carvings. Steeped in history and rich in flora and fauna, Baffin Island is a treasure of Nunavut, Canada’s newest Territory.The Soper River is a Canadian Heritage River. Kuujuak, “The Great River“ as it is know to the… more |
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The Lost City, A Journey To The 10th Century In ColombiaNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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The Lost City, A Journey To The 10th Century In Colombia
Santa Marta,Colombia
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6 Days • from $736* per person
Provider: Adventure Associates of Washington (3 testimonials) Tairona is a group of chiefdoms in the region of Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta in present-day Cesar, Magdalena and La Guajira Departments of Colombia, South America, which goes back at least to the 1st century AD and had significant demographic growth around the 11th century. The Tairona people formed one of the two principal linguistic groups of the Chibcha family, the other being the Muisca, who migrated from present-day Central America in around 1200 C.E. and were initially forced to… more |
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The Early YearsNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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The Early Years
Airport near Gettysburg, PA, United States
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5 Days • from $874* per person
Provider: Civil War Tours As the United States begins a four-year commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, legions of travelers will visit the battlefields. Assemble in Gettysburg with historians and interpreters who will guide you through the places and events in the mid-Atlantic that led up to the hostilities, most notably abolitionist John Brown’s infamous raid at Harper’s Ferry. Learn about the war’s early campaigns, including the Battle of Antietam, which had more than 23,000 casualties, distinguishing it as the bloodiest… more |
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New Zealand – The Best!National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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New Zealand – The Best!
Auckland Airport, Auckland, New Zealand
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15 Days • from $4,695* per person
Provider: Canyon Calling New Zealand has been described as “The world in a shoebox” as it has pieces of most all the geographic features of the world squished into two long islands. This makes for a very stimulating vacation and Canyon Calling ensures that you see the whole country – from volcanoes and beaches to glaciers and alps. New Zealand is Lord of Rings country - home to some of the most beautiful scenery on earth. Throw in the friendliest, most welcoming people… more |
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Great River Journey Classic PlusNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Great River Journey Classic Plus
Yukon River Cruises, Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada
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7 Days • from $6,495* per person
Provider: Great River Journey Surrounded by the lands of Ta’an Kwäch'än Council and accessible only by riverboat, Upper Labarge Lodge provides a safe and luxurious first stop in a wilderness setting that invites travelers to relax completely.Facilities at Upper Labarge Lodge include a log-crafted main lodge with fireplace and bar overlooking the lake, an elegant dining area, reading room and upper deck. Intimate pathways connect the main lodge to the private cabins overlooking the lake. Each cabin has a full ensuite with bed and… more |
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Cultural Adventure: Northern Ethiopia & The Lower Omo ValleyNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Cultural Adventure: Northern Ethiopia & The Lower Omo Valley
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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12 Days • from $3,326* per person
Provider: Africa Adventure Consultants Ethiopia is a destination like no other—exotic, foreign, mysterious, historical… Boat across Lake Tana, visiting the historic island monasteries, wander among Gondar’s medieval castles before heading underground to explore Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches. After traversing the Historic North, extend your journey deep into the Lower Omo Valley to Turmi where the tribes still live as they did hundreds of years ago. Stay at the new Buska Lodge—the only lodge in the area—with easy access to the Hamer, Karo, and Dassanech peoples. more |
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10 Night ItineraryNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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10 Night Itinerary
Maun Airport, Maun, Botswana
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11 Days • from £430* per person
Provider: Okavango Horse Safaris On a 10-night itinerary we work out of our base camp Kujwana. And use 3 camps. This is situated on the Xudum River in the Okavango Delta. We also use two other camps in different areas of the concession. All these camps are well situated in big game areas. They are chosen for the variety of terrain and species that favour particular areas.This is a sample itinerary, which may vary according to water levels and game movements. more |
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New! Volunteer With Children In PhuketNational Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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New! Volunteer With Children In Phuket
Phuket Thailand
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13 Days • from $1,249* per person
Provider: Planeterra Foundation From the lush hills of the north, stitched through with the diverse colours of its hill tribes, to the soft sands of the south and the glorious chaos of Bangkok, Thailand will leave you captivated. Spend time assisting at a school on Phuket and local community project in southern Thailand before heading to Chiang Mai to trek through the hilltribes.Trip Highlights:Phuket, Visit and day in community with Koh Pra Thong Project, Volunteering at a school for disadvantaged children, Khao Sok,… more |
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Grand Canyon: Grand Traverse (North Rim To South Rim)National Geographic Tour of a Lifetime 2010/2011 
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Grand Canyon: Grand Traverse (North Rim To South Rim)
Airport near Marriott Courtyard, near Phoenix, AZ, USA
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5 Days • from $1,995* per person
Provider: Arizona Outback Adventures (3 testimonials) Rim to River to Rim at a holiday pace! Join us for one of the world’s most sought after adventures – hiking one way from the north rim to the south rim of Grand Canyon. Selected by National Geographic as one of the 50 Tours of a Lifetime, this journey through geologic time is a must do for all adventurous travelers. Carrying only day packs, we will traverse the canyon from North to South spending two nights at world famous… more |
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