With over 200 journeys worldwide, our Small Group Adventures offer an incredible range of experiences with trips for every interest and ability. You can expect expert leadership, small groups—no more than 16—and fascinating itineraries that range from indulgent to challenging. Join us!
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Enjoy the best day hikes in Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, Chile's Paine National Park, and Tierra del Fuego at "the ends of the Earth," with accommodations in fine lodges.
Hike the mountain trails of Patagonia's Los Glaciares National Park, home of the renowned Fitz Roy massif, view the towering ice wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier, and enjoy overnights in historic, welcoming estancias.
February 25-March 10, 2022
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Explore the ancient cultural heritage of Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia on this unique Central Asia overland adventure.
Natural history adventures in Tasmania: rainforest and mountain hikes, bushwalks in national parks, exotic wildlife from wallaby to wombat, wild beaches, vineyard visits, and charming accommodations.
Cross four international borders on foot on this unique hiking adventure and enjoy the alpine cultures and varied cuisines of Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria.
Explore the ancient cultural heritage of Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia on this unique Central Asia overland adventure.
A cultural odyssey across West Africa's three most fascinating countries. Discover lost tribal worlds guided by ancient spirits and witness flamboyant festivals and traditional mask dances.
Our hiking journey stretches across Bhutan from Paro, with its famed Taktsang Monastery (the "Tiger's Nest") to Bumthang, a sacred region of towering rhododendron forests, misty gorges, and countless holy sites.
Discover Bolivia’s otherworldly landscapes and indigenous cultures during our adventure to La Paz, Salar de Uyuni, Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve, the village of Tarabuco, and Sucre.
Discover pre-Inca tombs, magical Lake Titicaca, and the surreal moonscapes of Salar de Uyuni on this cultural and hiking adventure in Peru and Bolivia.
Explore Borneo's forest floors and treetop canopies, visit cave passages, look for wildlife by boat on jungled rivers, and visit conservation experts on this expedition.
Hike in the alpine setting of Durmitor National Park, the primeval forests and glacial lakes of Biogradska Gora National Park, and enjoy enchanting medieval Kotor, the jewel of Montenegro’s sun-splashed Adriatic coast.
Our classic "under canvas" Botswana mobile safari with extraordinary wildlife, from the game-rich savannas of Chobe and Moremi to the lagoons of Okavango, and the natural wonder of Victoria Falls.
Timed for April, enjoy ideal game viewing safari in the spectacular Central Kalahari Desert, a World Heritage Site, in elephant-thronged Chobe, and in the lagoons and islands of the Okavango.
In June and July, discover the pristine Okavango when the water levels are at their highest, attracting fantastic birdlife, lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, and wild dog. Plus, explore the teeming savannas of Moremi and Chobe.
Amazing safari in Botswana’s Chobe District and Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park with epic game viewing and wonderfully atmospheric lodges.
Explore Namibia and Botswana on a world-class safari. Stay in exquisite lodges, game view by 4WD vehicle and canoe, and travel in a small group of only six people!
Journey to Pantanal of Brazil, the world’s largest tropical wetland, to witness hundreds of rare and wild birds and animals, including the jaguar, the largest native cat in the New World. Enjoy overnights in cozy forest lodges.
A three-country cultural adventure across Southeast Asia, from the temples of Luang Prabang in Laos to ancient Hanoi in Vietnam to Cambodia's ethereal Angkor Wat.
Search for polar bears and other wildlife in Canada's Churchill Wildlife Management Area. Go dog sledding through the boreal forest and learn about the culture and history of this arctic realm.
From rolling prairie lands and boreal forests to the colorful tundra, discover a vast array of wildlife, from bison, black bear, and moose to beluga whales and polar bears—Manitoba’s “Big Five.”
Head far up north to an enchanting corner of Canada where we’ll hike the Bay of Fundy Trail and see the world’s biggest tides, savoring adventures and New Brunswick's renowned sea-to-table cuisine.
Enjoy the best day hikes in Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, Chile's Paine National Park, and Tierra del Fuego at "the ends of the Earth," with accommodations in fine lodges.
Discover Patagonia's epic Aysén region, a vast land of glaciers, fjords, and snow-capped mountains. We'll hike in the new Patagonia Park, created by legendary conservationists Doug and Kris Tompkins, paddle kayaks to the famed Marble Caves of Lago General Carrera, and head out onto the great Ice Field.
February 25-March 10, 2022
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Visit the Silk Road outpost of Kashgar, the awe-inspiring Hunza Valley, mountainous Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan’s spell-binding High Pamirs, view the legendary Wakhan Corridor.
From Xi'an to Kashgar, follow in the footsteps of Marco Polo on this cultural journey on the fabled Silk Road.
With an expert naturalist, explore renowned Monteverde Cloud Forest, hike the trails of Arenal Volcano National Park, and discover the Caribbean deltas of lush Tortuguero National Park, home to 13 of Costa Rica’s 16 endangered mammal species.
Enjoy hikes and cultural exploration in Motovon, a spectacular walled town, Pula, with its immense Roman amphitheater, the cliff-top village of Lubenice, the harbor town of Veli Lovinj, and the World Heritage Site of Trogir.
Hike in the alpine setting of Durmitor National Park, the primeval forests and glacial lakes of Biogradska Gora National Park, and enjoy enchanting medieval Kotor, the jewel of Montenegro’s sun-splashed Adriatic coast.
Enjoy hikes through thriving vineyards, past 13th century monasteries, and between massive stone castles in the wooded countryside, discover the medieval treasures of Bratislava, Cesky Krumlov, and Prague.
Enjoy a cultural and hiking adventure in the far-flung Faroe Islands with mountain walks on emerald moorlands, visits to traditional villages and seabird colonies, and overnights in cozy hotels.
Voyage through the western islands of the Galápagos, snorkel with playful sea lions, hike past dancing blue-footed boobies, and experience the wonder of Darwin's islands on this fascinating 8-day cruise.
Cruise the eastern islands of Darwin's famed archipelago, including Genovesa Island, prime nesting site of beautiful red-footed boobies, colorful South Plaza Island, with its hybrid iguanas, and Santa Fé, a great place to snorkel.
Aboard our delightful 16-passenger sailing yacht, set out for a comprehensive 15-day cruise through all the major islands of Darwin's "enchanted" archipelago and enjoy one of the greatest natural history experiences in the world.
Sail the Nile from Luxor to Aswan by dahabiya, a traditional yacht, and explore Cairo and the temples of Abu Simbel.
Five-day Nile cruise on a yacht-like boat to explore Egypt’s legendary temples and monuments, plus discover Jordan's fabled lost city of Petra and the wild desert canyons of Wadi Rum.
Explore England and the Channel Islands on this small group adventure, with visits to imposing Stonehenge, the remote islands of Sark and Herm, and the World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast.
Hike coast-to-coast all the way across England from the impossibly romantic Lake District to the stone-built villages of the Yorkshire Dales and onward to the purple heather lands of the North York Moors.
Hiking and cultural adventure on the Cornish Coastal Path, with overnights in Cornwall's loveliest villages, including Fowey and Penzance.
Hike the best trails of England's stunning Cotswold Way and Wales' rugged Pembrokeshire Coast Path, with overnights in historic manor houses and inns.
Explore Axum, the rock churches of Lalibela, Lake Tana, imperial Gondar, and meet the tribal peoples of the Omo River Valley. Trips witness either the Timkat Festival (January) or Meskel Festival (September)
Enjoy a winter adventure in Lapland, with its Sami reindeer herders, snowshoeing, and spectacular Northern Lights.
Hike the classic trails that circle glacier-clad Mont Blanc, the highest peak in western Europe, passing from France to Italy and into Switzerland on foot.
Enjoy one of the world's greatest hikes, the classic Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt, on trails beneath Western Europe's highest peaks.
Spectacular coastal walks, mountain hikes, cultural exploration, and cuisine in the sublime Mediterranean realms of Corsica and Sardinia.
On this hiking journey in French and Spanish Basque country, enjoy country hikes, explore Basque heritage in San Sebastian and Bilbao, and sample regional food and wine, including dinner in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Hike the best trails of France's Pyrenees National Park, including the famed GR10 and the dramatic amphitheater called the Cirque de Gavarnie, with overnights in beautiful mountain villages.
Hike the famous "high route" across the French and Swiss Alps from Chamonix, France, to Zermatt, Switzerland.
Discover the Lot Valley of southwest France, with hikes to cliff-perched towns including Rocamadour and overnights in historic hotels. Explore ancient abbeys, open-air markets, visit the extraordinary prehistoric Pech Merle caves.
Hike from mighty Mont Blanc, with its perpetual glaciers, through traditional villages and national parks to the palm-fringed beaches of the Cote d’Azur, where the Maritime Alps plunge into the blue Mediterranean.
Hike the spectacular Emerald Coast, visit ancient Mont St. Michel, St. Malo, and Dinan, walk the D-Day beaches, enjoy legendary cuisine.
Magical walks, village markets, visits to original prehistoric caves with a specialist, and much more are in store on our new journey from the Dordogne to the Ardèche, linking Southwest and Southeast France.
Hike through Georgia's Caucasus Mountains for an incredible cultural and mountain adventure.
Explore the ancient cultural heritage of Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia on this unique Central Asia overland adventure.
A cultural odyssey across West Africa's three most fascinating countries. Discover lost tribal worlds guided by ancient spirits and witness flamboyant festivals and traditional mask dances.
Explore Crete's wonderful hikes and sample some of the renowned cuisine on this active cultural adventure.
Hike the dramatic Vikos Gorge in the craggy Pindos Mountain, visit timeless Zagorian villages, explore the cliff-top Meteora monasteries, and follow trails to the summit of Mt. Olympus (9,600'), abode of Zeus, ruler of the sky.
Explore the storied isles of the Cyclades, with wonderful hikes on Tinos, Naxos, and rugged Amorgos, each a tranquil realm of bougainvillea-draped hill villages above the gleaming Aegean.
Explore Greenland's spectacular glacier and fjord landscapes on foot and by boat, from Kangerlussuaq to Ilulissat.
Hike northwestern Iceland's stunning Westfjords region, with its sheer mountains, and the magnificent fjords of remote eastern Greenland.
Discover the natural wonders of western and northern Iceland, with hikes on steaming volcanoes, across rift fissures, below glorious waterfalls, and wonderful birding and whale-watching.
Hike northwestern Iceland's stunning Westfjords region, with its sheer mountains, and the magnificent fjords of remote eastern Greenland.
Enjoy spectacular hikes in the glacier kingdom of Skaftafell National Park and in fantastic Thingvellir National Park and savor some of the most extraordinary natural settings on Earth.
Hiking, snowshoeing, and searching for the northern lights in Iceland's otherworldly landscapes.
A remarkable journey to Ladakh in search of snow leopards, one of the most elusive creatures on the planet, plus explorations in famed Kanha National Park, the great tiger reserve of India, with your expert naturalist guide. A portion of your trip fee supports the Snow Leopard Conservancy India Trust.
November 6-19, 2021, March 1-14, 2022
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Experience India on a cultural adventure that includes Rajasthan's colorful Pushkar camel fair, the Taj Mahal, and the wildlife of Ranthambore National Park.
A fascinating cultural tour of South India exploring beautiful temples, exotic spice ports, and tea plantations, while enjoying local festivals and a houseboat cruise on Kerala backwaters.
With our expert Trip Leader, snorkel in one of the most pristine setting on our planet, the Raja Ampat archipelago in the heart of the Coral Triangle.
Sail throughout Komodo National Park and the Alor Archipelago along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Enjoy world-class snorkeling on this 12-day small ship expedition.
Snorkel with whale sharks and view vibrant fish and coral in the world’s most biodiverse marine environment—the very heart of the “Coral Triangle” in Indonesia.
Hike the most spectacular landscapes and seascapes of southwest Ireland, from Sheep’s Head Peninsula, one of Ireland’s best-kept secrets, to the Kerry Way, the pilgrim trails of the Dingle Peninsula, and the remote Blasket Islands.
Explore the wild beaches of Donegal, pilgrim paths of Gleann Cholm Cille, the cliffs of Slieve League, and the intriguing Giant's Causeway.
Explore from Galway to the Burren, Connemara, Joyce Country, the Aran Islands, and County Mayo on this cultural and hiking adventure.
Hike the classic trails that circle glacier-clad Mont Blanc, the highest peak in western Europe, passing from France to Italy and into Switzerland on foot.
Explore Tuscany's medieval gems of Montepulciano and Pienza, and enjoy a sunset hike into legendary San Gimignano. In the Cinque Terre, hike between secluded villages set beside the sparkling sea.
Hike the spectacular Amalfi Coast and storied isle of Capri, visit ancient Herculaneum and Mt. Vesuvius, with wonderful cuisine along the way.
Cross four international borders on foot on this unique hiking adventure and enjoy the alpine cultures and varied cuisines of Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria.
Spectacular coastal walks, mountain hikes, cultural exploration, and cuisine in the sublime Mediterranean realms of Corsica and Sardinia.
From Trieste to Venice: Explore culture, cuisine, and history; delve into a fascinating region of Italy and Slovenia; coastal hikes, vineyard castle, mountain hikes, insider’s experience of Venice.
In northern Italy, we enjoy superb hikes in Piemonte, Lombardia, and the Veneto along with wine and cheese tastings, a cooking class, and elegant meals created by some of Italy’s most legendary chefs.
Experience the Italian south in Puglia, with hikes through olive orchards and visits to stunning World Heritage towns. Savor exquisite cuisine fresh from the land and sea, and discover a rich heritage of Greek, Roman, and Norman culture.
Hike in vineyards, along the blue Mediterranean, and on the slopes of mighty Mt. Etna, explore ancient Segesta and Siracusa, with a grand finale at enchanting Taormina, one of Europe's most beautiful villages.
Enormous rock spires, deep green valleys, and tiny villages: enjoy spectacular hikes in this world-renowned mountain realm in northern Italy, with a choice of two hiking options each day.
Hike from Siena to Rome on the legendary Via Francigena pilgrim trail, enjoying the villages, cultures, cuisines, and wines of Tuscany and Lazio.
Hike the famed trails of the Dolomites beneath the striking pinnacles of the Pale di San Martino and rose-tinted spires of the Rosengarten Massif and discover one of the greatest mountain realms in Europe.
On this wonderful cultural adventure in Japan, explore the majestic Himeji Castle, the ancient town of Kurashiki, the samurai streets and traditional potters of Hagi, and the exquisite walking trails of Kumano Kodo, where we’ll join pilgrims on thousand-year-old forest paths.
Experience the wonders of Japan with this winter adventure in Hokkaido. See the snow monkeys, winter cranes, and the Sapporo Snow Festival.
Cultural walking adventure: teahouses and gardens of Kyoto, mountain town of Takayama, Matsue's feudal castle, overnights in charming ryokans.
Five-day Nile cruise on a yacht-like boat to explore Egypt’s legendary temples and monuments, plus discover Jordan's fabled lost city of Petra and the wild desert canyons of Wadi Rum.
Enjoy an epic overland journey through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan, with cultural highlights from magnificent Bukhara, a 2,000-year-old Silk Road city-state, to Khiva, a walled medieval town in a vast desert.
Enjoy an epic overland journey through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan, with cultural highlights from magnificent Bukhara, a 2,000-year-old Silk Road city-state, to Khiva, a walled medieval town in a vast desert.
Hike through hidden Kyrgyzstan, taking in spectacular mountain landscapes and meeting the welcoming nomads who live there, athletic horseback riders, and falconers who hunt with eagles.
Visit the Silk Road outpost of Kashgar, the awe-inspiring Hunza Valley, mountainous Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan’s spell-binding High Pamirs, view the legendary Wakhan Corridor.
A three-country cultural adventure across Southeast Asia, from the temples of Luang Prabang in Laos to ancient Hanoi in Vietnam to Cambodia's ethereal Angkor Wat.
Cross four international borders on foot on this unique hiking adventure and enjoy the alpine cultures and varied cuisines of Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria.
Explore Madagascar's remote and seldom-visited nature reserves renowned for their endemic biodiversity: Ranomafana and Isalo National Parks, and Andasibe Reserve, home to the indri lemurs.
Explore Andasibe, Berenty, and Ankarana and Amber Mountain National Parks on this natural history adventure in Madagascar. Search for a wide variety of wildlife including chameleons and lemurs, visit surreal landscapes, and see unique flora found nowhere else on Earth.
Explore Borneo's forest floors and treetop canopies, visit cave passages, look for wildlife by boat on jungled rivers, and visit conservation experts on this expedition.
Sea kayak and snorkel in the Sea of Cortez, watch breaching whales from the comfort of your small ship cruise on this adventure to Baja Sur.
Visit the epic Gobi Desert, Flaming Cliffs, and ancient Karakorum, capital of Genghis Khan’s empire, and watch a Naadam, a traditional Mongolian festival.
This rare journey explores the unique Kazakh culture of the Altai Mountains in Mongolia’s wild west and the epic Gobi Desert in the south.
Hike in the alpine setting of Durmitor National Park, the primeval forests and glacial lakes of Biogradska Gora National Park, and enjoy enchanting medieval Kotor, the jewel of Montenegro’s sun-splashed Adriatic coast.
Experience the glorious dunes of the Moroccan Sahara, visit magical Fes, Marrakesh, and seaside Essaouira, explore the spectacular red-rock canyons of Todra and Dades.
Trek in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, meet the Berber people in their villages, explore fabled Marrakesh and the great walled city of Fes.
Explore Cordoba, Seville, and the pueblos blancos of Ronda and Grazalema, then ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar to visit Tangier, the Rif Mountains, and medieval Fes.
Hike through Morocco's lush Middle Atlas, "the garden of Morocco," as well as the High Atlas valleys. Explore the dazzling cities of Fes and Marrakesh, and experience Morocco’s culture, history, and cuisine in ancient villages along the way.
Track leopards at Okonjima and elephants in Damaraland, safari in Etosha National Park, climb the dunes at Sossusvlei, and take a 3-day walking safari in NamibRand Nature Reserve.
Visit the only place in the world where desert lions exist and have the chance to track radio-collared leopard at a big cat rehabilitation center on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.
Explore Namibia and Botswana on a world-class safari. Stay in exquisite lodges, game view by 4WD vehicle and canoe, and travel in a small group of only six people!
Trek to beautiful Sherpa mountain villages, visit Buddhist monasteries including Tengboche, enjoy spectacular Everest views.
Trek to Everest Base Camp at the foot of mighty Mt. Everest (29,035'), Mother Goddess of the Snows, with accommodations in comfortable Sherpa lodges.
Journey into Nepal's Tibetan region of Mustang, a once-forbidden kingdom, where we hike through otherworldly landscapes, witness the colorful Tiji festival, and see 15th century murals in Mustang's ancient monasteries.
Trek through the Khumbu and Gokyo Valleys to Everest Base Camp, crossing the spectacular 17,700-foot Cho La Pass.
Hike the South Island's most beautiful national parks, swim with dolphins, cruise Milford Sound, taste local wines, enjoy Kiwi culture.
The Te Araroa Trail runs the entire length of New Zealand—and our special adventure hikes the very best sections as it crosses the North Island. We’ll visit remote villages, cross native bush, hike coastal cliffs, and savor Kiwi culture at its best.
Experience the wildest and most untouched corners of New Zealand on this active 10-day hiking and wildlife adventure on the South Island.
Hike the best sections on the South Island of New Zealand's long-distance hiking trail, the Te Araroa, from Queen Charlotte Sound to Fiordland National Park. Explore alpine lakes, native forests, and farmlands while enjoying renowned New Zealand wines, Kiwi hospitality, and delightful local cuisine.
On this adventure above the Arctic Circle in the Lofotens, learn about Viking culture, meet reindeer herders, savor amazing seafood, and kayak under the midnight sun.
Our unique cultural and hiking journey in Norway explores this spectacular realm with hikes above mighty fjords, into deep forests, and to tiny villages nestled by the sea.
September 2021
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Uncover the wonders of this enchanting realm, from opulent Sultan’s palaces, historic Islamic forts, the towering Hajar mountains, and more on this 12 day Oman adventure.
Visit the Silk Road outpost of Kashgar, the awe-inspiring Hunza Valley, mountainous Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan’s spell-binding High Pamirs, view the legendary Wakhan Corridor.
Natural history sea kayaking and snorkeling tour of Palau including the Rock Islands, coral reefs, sharks and turtles, mangrove forests, Peleliu Island and marine archaeology.
Experience Wilderness Travel's perfectly paced five-day trek, superb camp amenities, and spectacular campsites as you hike the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Hike a breathtaking trail circling Peru's entire Cordillera Huayhuash, one of the world's most spectacular mountain massifs, with continuous panoramas of towering, knife-edged peaks and deep blue lakes.
Discover pre-Inca tombs, magical Lake Titicaca, and the surreal moonscapes of Salar de Uyuni on this cultural and hiking adventure in Peru and Bolivia.
This journey features lodge-based trekking in the stunning Cordillera Vilcabamba, the steep green mountains cradling Machu Picchu. Hike ancient Inca trails by day, enjoy comfortable overnights in cozy mountain lodges by night.
Enjoy fine hotels and cultural exploration in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, visit traditional Quechua hamlets and hidden Inca sites, with a special overnight at the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, right at the ruins.
Hike the spectacular alpine trails of the snow-capped Cordillera Blanca, the world's highest tropical mountain range, home to Peru's highest mountains, including Huascaran (22,204').
Discover Portugal’s exquisite landscapes and rich cultural heritage on this hiking adventure through pilgrim routes and castle towns.
Hike the Azores Islands, with its rich cultural heritage, volcanic landscape, and ancient villages.
Explore intriguing Moscow, then head into medieval Russia, visiting the "Golden Ring" of towns along the Volga River, including Rostsov and Sergeiv Posad, with a grand finale In St. Petersburg, romantic city of palaces and art.
Hike on the Isle of Skye, in the far Cuillins, and on Harris Island, and enjoy Scotland's ancient culture.
Discover the ancient standing stones of Brodgar and the prehistoric village of Skara Brae, and in the remote northern Highlands, hike coastal trails and moorlands for a true experience of Scotland.
Enjoy hikes through thriving vineyards, past 13th century monasteries, and between massive stone castles in the wooded countryside, discover the medieval treasures of Bratislava, Cesky Krumlov, and Prague.
Enjoy hikes and cultural exploration in Motovon, a spectacular walled town, Pula, with its immense Roman amphitheater, the cliff-top village of Lubenice, the harbor town of Veli Lovinj, and the World Heritage Site of Trogir.
From Trieste to Venice: Explore culture, cuisine, and history; delve into a fascinating region of Italy and Slovenia; coastal hikes, vineyard castle, mountain hikes, insider’s experience of Venice.
Hike the trails of the snow-capped Julian Alps and explore Slovenia's traditional villages and historic towns, including Kobarid, immortalized in Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms, and medieval Piran on the blue Adriatic.
A cultural and wildlife adventure in South Africa that begins in legendary Cape Town and takes you into two of Africa's greatest national parks: Greater Kruger and Hwange, as well as to stunning Victoria Falls.
On this hiking journey in French and Spanish Basque country, enjoy country hikes, explore Basque heritage in San Sebastian and Bilbao, and sample regional food and wine, including dinner in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Hike the Pyrenees from Basque Country to Catalonia, discovering ancient cultures and stone-built villages and savoring a range of distinctive local cuisines and wines.
Hike the ancient pilgrim trail to the holy city of Santiago de Compostela on Spain's legendary pilgrimage route.
Explore Cordoba, Seville, and the pueblos blancos of Ronda and Grazalema, then ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar to visit Tangier, the Rif Mountains, and medieval Fes.
Explore the glorious legacy of an early Buddhist civilization, visit with tea planters and orange-robed monks, sample fragrant curries, and view the wildlife of Yala National Park, with its extraordinary birdlife and herds of elephant.
Hike the classic trails that circle glacier-clad Mont Blanc, the highest peak in western Europe, passing from France to Italy and into Switzerland on foot.
Cross four international borders on foot on this unique hiking adventure and enjoy the alpine cultures and varied cuisines of Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria.
Enjoy one of the world's greatest hikes, the classic Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt, on trails beneath Western Europe's highest peaks.
Discover enchanting Lake Lucerne, the great snow peaks of the Bernese Oberland, and Lake Geneva’s Lavaux wine country on our hiking and cultural odyssey in Switzerland.
Hike the famous "high route" across the French and Swiss Alps from Chamonix, France, to Zermatt, Switzerland.
Hike Europe’s first trans-Alps trail on this hiking adventure across a 75-mile stretch of Switzerland’s legendary mountain landscapes.
Visit the Silk Road outpost of Kashgar, the awe-inspiring Hunza Valley, mountainous Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan’s spell-binding High Pamirs, view the legendary Wakhan Corridor.
Classic wildlife safari with skilled trackers in Serengeti National Park, plus Ngorongoro Crater, Olduvai Gorge, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire National Parks. Expert Maasai guides, exclusive private camps, luxury lodges.
Climb Kilimanjaro along the spectacular and less-traveled Lemosho-Crater Camp Route with expert guides. Adding a Serengeti safari extension makes this the ultimate experience of East Africa.
A cultural odyssey across West Africa's three most fascinating countries. Discover lost tribal worlds guided by ancient spirits and witness flamboyant festivals and traditional mask dances.
Discover Tonga’s enchanting Ha'apai Islands on a journey filled with sea kayaking adventures, snorkeling, and spectacular encounters with humpback whales.
Explore the brilliant coast of Turkey in a traditional "gulet" yacht. Glories of Rome, Greece, and Lycia along the Aegean coast, day hikes, unrivaled ruins, and cultural visits.
Enjoy an epic overland journey through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan, with cultural highlights from magnificent Bukhara, a 2,000-year-old Silk Road city-state, to Khiva, a walled medieval town in a vast desert.
Enjoy a week-long cruise along the coast of Washington and the San Juan Islands exploring old-growth forests, hiking green peaks, and paddling waters teeming with whales and other fascinating marine life.
Hiking, sea kayaking, and natural history adventure by private expedition vessel, and marine life from orcas to whales.
Explore the wonders of Alaska's Glacier Bay, with kayaking and Zodiac excursions, and wonderful on-board amenities aboard a private expedition vessel.
In Alaska's remote reaches, you'll kayak in protected coves, hike in spectacular glacial landscapes, encounter an amazing variety of wildlife, and stay aboard our historic 86-foot vessel.
Track mountain gorillas on foot through Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, view the primates of Kibale Forest, and enjoy game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Explore Uganda's Murchison Falls National Park, with game viewing and private boat excursions on the Nile, track mountain gorillas and chimpanzees on foot, and enjoy a Big Game safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Enjoy an epic overland journey through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan, with cultural highlights from magnificent Bukhara, a 2,000-year-old Silk Road city-state, to Khiva, a walled medieval town in a vast desert.
Visit the Silk Road outpost of Kashgar, the awe-inspiring Hunza Valley, mountainous Kyrgyzstan,Tajikistan’s spell-binding High Pamirs, view the legendary Wakhan Corridor.
A three-country cultural adventure across Southeast Asia, from the temples of Luang Prabang in Laos to ancient Hanoi in Vietnam to Cambodia's ethereal Angkor Wat.
Hike the best trails of England's stunning Cotswold Way and Wales' rugged Pembrokeshire Coast Path, with overnights in historic manor houses and inns.
A cultural and wildlife adventure in South Africa that begins in legendary Cape Town and takes you into two of Africa's greatest national parks: Greater Kruger and Hwange, as well as to stunning Victoria Falls.
Track game on foot, explore by open 4WD vehicles, look for nocturnal wildlife on night drives, and explore unspoiled South Luangwa National Park. Small groups, expert guides.
Journey to Zimbabwe and discover the wildlife of Hwange National Park and Victoria Falls.
Our classic "under canvas" Botswana mobile safari with extraordinary wildlife, from the game-rich savannas of Chobe and Moremi to the lagoons of Okavango, and the natural wonder of Victoria Falls.
A cultural and wildlife adventure in South Africa that begins in legendary Cape Town and takes you into two of Africa's greatest national parks: Greater Kruger and Hwange, as well as to stunning Victoria Falls.
Amazing safari in Botswana’s Chobe District and Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park with epic game viewing and wonderfully atmospheric lodges.
Explore Namibia and Botswana on a world-class safari. Stay in exquisite lodges, game view by 4WD vehicle and canoe, and travel in a small group of only six people!
Discover the secret season of safari in Zimbabwe when the bush is green, wildlife is abundant, and Victoria Falls is at its fullest.
Our off-the-beaten-path journey takes you to the far north of Argentina, a land of gaucho traditions, exquisite whitewashed colonial towns, labyrinthine red rock canyons, and superb high altitude wines.
Explore the world of the Chachapoya, “the Cloud People,” on a hotel-based hiking adventure to hidden ruins, including Kuèlap, a stunning 9th century citadel that rivals Machu Picchu in its size and setting.
This challenging trek brings you to Choquequirao, a spectacular "lost city" of the Incas yet one with few visitors, plus visit renowned Machu Picchu.
Join our 20-day trek through mesmerizing Dolpo, where you'll hike the sacred kora circuit around Shey Gompa, and experience a Himalayan world that few trekkers have ever visited.
A cultural and wildlife journey that brings us to tribal villages of northeast India. Includes the colorful Sangai and Hornbill festivals and explorations in Kaziranga National Park, home of the one-horned rhino.
Hike across the spectacular countryside of Languedoc in southern France and discover a hidden realm of craggy castle-ruins and remote medieval hamlets.
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Our hiking journey brings us to rare sites like remote 13th century Treskavac Monastery, through North Macedonia's pine-clad forests and rugged national parks, and into traditional villages in Albania.
Trek a pilgrim trail across the Cordillera Blanca to reach the monumental pre-Inca ruins at Chavin, the “mother culture” of the Andes.
Discover the 2,000-year-old heritage of Sardinia in its captivating village festivals, complete with colorful parades, masked dancers, medieval tournaments, dancing in the streets, and horse races.
Cultural walking adventure: Kyoto temples, Shinto shrines of the Shima Peninsula, pearl divers of Toshi-Jima, Kumano Kodo pilgrim trails.
Snorkel, hike, sea kayak, reef walk, and encounter the friendly and welcoming Ni-Vanuatu people (including Pentecost land divers!) on this exciting multisport journey in the Vanuatu archipelago.
