The Dragon's Path offers 25 trips/accommodations
Peru Walking: Machu Picchu
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Peru Walking: Machu Picchu
Cusco, Peru
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9 Days • from $2,950* per person
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) The great Inca civilization remains a mystery to modern science despite extensive and magnificent ruins punctuating the cities, mountains and valleys in and around Cusco and the Urubamba Valley. We imagine life one thousand years ago, beginning our quest to understand the Incas. From Cusco, we continue on to our small Andean base, from which we will walk the fertile Urubamba valley, the center of Inca civilization. A hike to a remote mountain village where hand-woven traditional costume is still… more |
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India: Ladakh Trek
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India: Ladakh Trek
Delhi, India
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25 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Journey up and over the Rohtang Pass and in to Lahoul valley. A relaxing way to acclimatise to the increasing altitude. The Rohtang is the gateway to a new culture and climate. more |
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Nepal : Mountain Villages of the Annapurnas
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Nepal : Mountain Villages of the Annapurnas
Kathmandu, Nepal
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16 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) For centuries, villagers and monks have made sacred pilgrimages to Nepal’s Annapurna range, a haven for modern adventurers of all physical abilities.From Kathmandu, a short flight to Pokhara brings us to the foot of the Annapurnas. We trek fields and valleys to views of Machhapuchre, a sacred snow-covered peak considered by some the most beautiful in the world.Marigolds decorate pastures along dirt and stone paths used exclusively by locals in lush, low-altitude valleys where we enjoy high comfort in a… more |
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Basque Country: Spain and France
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Basque Country: Spain and France
Bilbao, Spain
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11 Days • from $4,000* per person
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) The Basque Country is a small isle of Europe, offering timeless views of a language, people and territory deeply interwoven in the origins of European evolution. We immerse ourselves in both the French and Spanish territories, beginning in the Cantabrian Mountains. High limestone towers stand regally over centuries-old forests and stretches of alpine meadow. Shepherding has been a way of life here for 5000 years, and we stay in a restored ancestral farmhouse, traditionally used by the shepherds, and tastefully… more |
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Bulgaria
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Bulgaria
Sofia Airport, Sofia, Bulgaria
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11 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) We meet at breakfast and visit the Alexander Nevski Cathedral before driving 20 minutes to the Boyana Church (UNESCO World Heritage). An unknown artist drew with inspiration from biblical themes and contemporary life – he clothed the saints in medieval Bulgarian dress and set garlic, radishes and bread – the peasants’ staples – on the table in the Last Supper. We will offer easy walks in the region as well as visit to National Museum of History, which is Bulgaria’s… more |
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Croatia: Istria
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Croatia: Istria
Pula, Croatia
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7 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Often compared to "Tuscany of Croatia" due to the Hill Villages, Truffles and fantastic wines, Istria offers us insight into the interior of Croatia. You'll find the walled villages, Romanesque churches, family-run oil, cheese and wine producers, eclectic galleries, affordable "konoba's" (small restaurants serving local dishes), clean/comfortable family run hotels or "sobe" (rooms) and family run agritourismos.Along the coast there remain a sampling of wonderful fishing towns, like Rovinj, filled with artisan stone shops, colorful daily markets and restaurants and… more |
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Czech Republic: Budapest to Prague
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Czech Republic: Budapest to Prague
Budapest, Hungry
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10 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) After a hydrofoil boat whisks us from Budapest to Bratislava, we begin our exploration of Moravia. Villagers clad in heavy wool layered skirts, with bright scarves wrapping their heads, harvest grapes. Nearby wooden windmills creak in the breeze. We walk under the granite peaks of the Bile Karpaty Mountains through Kuzelov and Mala Vrbka. Ripe apples hang heavy on the tree as we journey through gently curving hillsides. We stop to rest or picnic in the shade of ancient oaks… more |
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France: Barge & Bike (or Walk)
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France: Barge & Bike (or Walk)
Béziers, France
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6 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Cruising from Fonceranes, situated at the top of the seven-lock staircase (Paul Riquet's most superb, 300 century old contruction, that enables canal traffic to ascend and decend, accessing the port of Béziers) to Le Somail, renowned as the most picturesque village onthe canal. more |
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France: Provence
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France: Provence
Avignon, France
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7 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) There is something magical about the light in Provence - a region of contrasts and colorful luminescence. Van Gogh, Cézanne and Gauguin found inspiration here for works which were to alter the course of art forever. Our route takes us along cypress-lined country roads with medieval villages rising in the distance. The sights and scents of lavender, rosemary, sunflower and olive orchards become lasting memories for visitors to this beautiful region. more |
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Greece: Crete
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Greece: Crete
Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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8 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Crete is the home of Europe’s earliest civilization and a land where ancient myth and modern reality blend seamlessly against a backdrop of outstanding natural beauty. Our eight-day exploration focuses on the central region of this fascinating island, and takes us to the major sites of Minoan civilization and into the solitary wilderness below Mt. Psiloritis, Crete’s highest peak. more |
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Ireland
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Ireland
Shannon Airport, Shannon, Ireland
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8 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Dingle and the SouthwestCeltic winds sweep across rich, green moors, the weather intertwining with Ireland’s mythical ancient history. We walk the rugged coast, lush moorlands, and ancient ruins of Ireland’s impressive Southwest. Brightly painted fishing boats and traditional rowing skiffs line Dingle Harbor. Crooked streets reveal charming shops where we can watch craftspeople knit the finest sweaters, throw earthenware pots and weave traditional textiles. more |
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Italy: Sicily
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Italy: Sicily
Palermo, Sicily, Italy
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8 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Marble acropolis and slowly crumbling temples confide the ancient history of Sicily, a narrow strip of land struggled over by Greece and Italy for centuries.Sicily’s olive trees, laden with fruit, sway in Mediterranean breezes as we wander medieval streets and discover labyrinthine markets of Vuccirea and Il Capo. We visit Palermo’s famous Cathedral, Palazzo Reale and Piazza Pretoria and rest in shady piazzas. Our afternoon exploration takes us into the green heart of the island to Gangi, where we stay… more |
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Italy: The Dolomites
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Italy: The Dolomites
Venice, Italy
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8 Days • from $4,200* per person
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Tinted in weathered shades of rose, yellow and grey, the fairy-tale spires and dramatic rock walls of the Dolomites rise in elegantly chiseled shapes of fantastic form, looking every inch like a landscape devised by the gods. And if this isn’t exactly heaven, well, it’s about as close as you can get. The Dolomites were named after Deodat de Dolomieu, a French geologist who was the one to discover in 1789, an unusual carbonate rock that had foreign properties. “Dolomite”… more |
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Italy: Tuscany and Cinque Terre
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Italy: Tuscany and Cinque Terre
Monterosso al Mare, Italy
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8 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) We begin our walking vacation this afternoon with a rendezvous in Monterosso al Mare, largest of the Cinque Terre villages. The Cinque Terre, the "Five Lands", is the name given to five special towns which lie on the Italian Riviera - Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. Built into the mountains that come down to the sea, the Cinque Terre towns are small, fishing villages. Monterosso, our home for three nights, is the largest of the five villages… more |
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Portugal: Northern
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Portugal: Northern
Porto, Portugal
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8 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Northern Portugal is one of the most scenic and historic parts of Portugal and the birthplace of the nation. Ancient castles, historic monasteries and Roman roads abound. Lively ports, vineyard paths, and traditional villages are part of our walking adventure. Our journey includes the UNESCO World Heritage city of Porto, which lent its name to the famous wine and to Portugal. The Douro River, which winds through steep valleys lined with terraced vineyards. We visit on foot as well as… more |
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Slovenia: Vienna To Venice- Hiking Tour
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Slovenia: Vienna To Venice- Hiking Tour
Vienna, Austria
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13 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Meet and greet in Vienna mid afternoon. Before meeting choose to arrive early (a day or more recommended) to explore the sights of this Austrian Capital, rich in its architecture, museums and other cultural monuments. Take a break at an outdoor Viennese coffee house, and feel the pulse of the history and grandeur of this city, which, for half a millennium, was the seat of the vast and successful Hapsburg Empire. In the evening, dine in the vineyards of the… more |
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Turkey: Black Sea
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Turkey: Black Sea
Istanbul Airport, Turkey
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12 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) This program may be consider in two chapters; Black sea and Eastern Anatolia. These are two diverse regions in terms of landscape, etnic variety, food etc. The drive from Rize to Kars via Artvin/Hortum Valley is like a trip between different dimensions. Often reminds me of transmitting people from the planet to Enterpriser in Star Trek. Along the Black Sea Coast, we will explore the ancient monasteries, alpine mountains, lakes, evergreen lush Black Sea tea plantations, hazelnut groves, yaylas(high pastures),… more |
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Turkey: Dedoconese Islands
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Turkey: Dedoconese Islands
Bodrum near Milas Airport, Turkey
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8 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) We hike and sail the idyllic shores of ancient Caria across the Dedocenese Islands. We spend our time reading, hiking and enjoying the delicate Turkish food and wine on board our luxury yatch, meandering the tranquil coves. more |
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Turkey: Walking and Sailing
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Turkey: Walking and Sailing
Istanbul, Turkey
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14 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) The southwest Turkish Coast of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas is a land of myth, history and legendary hospitality, with a centuries-old tradition of boat travel. The words of Homer and the Greek myths come to life as we stand on the deck of our traditional wooden yacht and imagine the life of seafarers past.On this romantic voyage of history and hedonism, we travel aboard an elegant gulet (a locally-built yacht) with double bed cabins and private bathrooms. On board… more |
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Ecuador: Galapagos and Highlands
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Ecuador: Galapagos and Highlands
Quito Airport, Hacienda Batan Grande, Pichincha, Ecuador
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9 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Morning arrival and transfer from Airport to the small intimate property of Hotel Café Cultura. Afternoon to explore Quito. more |
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Iguazu Falls: Argentina and Brazil
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Iguazu Falls: Argentina and Brazil
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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3 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) One of the most stunning natural spectacles in the world, Iguazú Falls stretches a full mile across the Rio Iguazú, with 275 falls plunging hundreds of feet in a mist-shrouded subtropical landscape. The cascades form part of the Iguazú National Park, known for more than 400 different species of birds. Paths, footbridges, and zodiacs can reach the Falls. more |
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Patagonia: Chile and Argentina
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Patagonia: Chile and Argentina
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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14 Days • from $4,650* per person
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Reception and transfer to Hotel. After a rest, meet with historian guide and a cultural city walk is organized for visiting the most interesting corners of the one called Paris of South America. (4 hours). Overnight accommodation in Buenos Aires, at the Mansion Dandi Royal Hotel. DThe hotel is located in one of the principal streets of the traditional San Telmo, at the historic centre of Buenos Aires city. You are just minutes away from the colorful La Boca and… more |
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Peru Women's Inca Trail Trek
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Peru Women's Inca Trail Trek
12 Days • from $3,500* per person
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) The adventure along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is indeed an unforgettable one. We follow in the footsteps of the Incas as we travel the ancient trail and lush Peruvian pathways to glorious views of Machu Picchu. The stunning combination of Inca ruins, glorious mountains, exotic vegetation and amazing culture will remain with you long after your journey is over. Discovered in 1911, Machu Picchu is still a mystery to archaeologists who can only question its function. The Incas… more |
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Salta: The Active Gourmet
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Salta: The Active Gourmet
Salta, Argentina
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6 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) Upon arrival in Salta you will be met by an English speaking guide and escorted by private transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon a guided walking tour highlights the most traditional corners of this city nicknamed "the Beautiful". Stroll through the fruit and vegetable market view the wide variety of legumes, spices and meats used in the local kitchens of this region. more |
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Croatia Active Cruise
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Croatia Active Cruise
Dubrovnik, Croatia
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11 Days • from $4,200* per person
Provider: The Dragon's Path (1 testimonial) The Adriatic coast of Croatia, known as Dalmatia, is a colorful blend of old Europe, abruptly rising coastal mountains and golden strands of beach. The numerous islands and extensive coast beg to be explored by boat. Here are Renaissance villages hidden in idyllic coves and others that sit like beacons to wandering seafarers. The islands and coast have seen many conquerors, each of whom have left their architectural influences behind. The Illyrians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Slavs and Venetians all left… 1 testimonial & more |
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