Price Per Night:$266.50 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Location(s):
Istanbul, Canakkale, Selcuk, Overnight train to Goreme, Goreme, Istanbul
Get up close and personal with Turkey's age-old culinary traditions on this authentic food adventure. From ancient recipes with modern twists to Asian-inspired feasts with European influences, take a tongue-tingling journey beyond the cookbook and discover the secrets behind delicious Turkish dishes. Enjoy a cooking class in the caves of Cappadocia, learn from a celebrated local chef in Selcuk, and explore the impressive ruins of Ephesus. Whether you’re wandering through the passageways of Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar or flying high in a balloon above the fairy chimneys of Goreme, embark on an experience that goes above and beyond what you think you know about Turkish cuisine.
Price Per Night:$1,110.56 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Arrive in Quito, Explore Quito's Old Town & Meet Local Artisans, Fly to the Galapagos Islands, Discover the Rich Birdlife of Genovesa Island, Hike & Snorkel on Santiago & Bartolome Islands, Sombrero Chino & Mosquera Islet, See Giant Tortoises in the Wild on Santa Cruz & Journey to Isabela Island, Hike the Sierra Negra Volcano, Snorkel at Los Tuneles, Depart from the Galapagos & Return to Quito
This trip is considered easy to moderate, which is usually appropriate for travelers in generally fit condition. Your days will be filled with nature walks on the islands, plus swimming, snorkeling, daily panga (zodiac) rides, and kayaking on the cruise portion. There is one moderate hike of 10 miles with gradual elevation change of 400’ up and down (and option to do a shorter version of the hike). Please note that terrain is often varied and uneven, and can be slippery.
Price Per Night:$311.82 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Location(s):
Negombo, Wilpattu National Park, Habarana, Habarana (Sigiriya), Ampara - Gal Oya National Park, Arugam Bay, Kataragama - Kumana National Park, Kataragama - Yala National Park, Sinharaja, Tangalle...
Price Per Night:$230.63 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Location(s):
Dún Laoghaire | Independent Sightseeing, Galway, Killarney | Kate Kearney's Cottage, Killarney, Waterford, Dublin, Independent Sightseeing in Dublin, Tour Ends in Dublin
Venture to the most acclaimed sights and scenic byways of the West and South of Ireland. Visit beautiful Connemara, stroll Kilkenny's medieval streets, and drive the Ring of Kerry. All our 2024 self-drive Classic Itinerary tours include your hotel stays, a hop-on bus ticket and a voucher for a Dublin attraction, and an entertainment experience; other attractions mentioned are suggestions.
Price Per Night:$555.63 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Location(s):
Adelaide, McLaren Vale / Barossa Valley, Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, Clare Valley / Adelaide, Adelaide / Alice Springs, West MacDonnell Ranges / Kings Canyon, Kings Canyon / Kata Tjuta / Uluru / Yulara, Uluru / Yulara (or Alice Springs)
Price Per Night:$799.00 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Hike Mammoth Terrace Loop & Howard Eaton Trail, Hike Grand Prismatic Overlook, Visit Old Faithful & Hike Observation Point, Wildlife Viewing in Lamar Valley & Hike Mount Washburn, Hike Avalanche Peak & Storm Point, Hike Wapiti Trail, Artist Point & Uncle Tom’s Stairs, Relax, Hike Ousel Falls & Return to Bozeman
Daily 3- to 7-hour hikes on steep and uneven terrain with some moderate exposure to heights. Hikes will often be broken up across multiple different trails with rest breaks. Summiting peaks exposes us to the whims of mother nature with extreme weather fluctuations from intense and hot sunshine to wind and even snow or thunderstorms.
Price Per Night:$582.50 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Arrive in Salmon, Idaho, Fly to the Put-in at Indian Creek, Hot Springs and Exploration, Pictographs and Play!, Ride the River to Tappan Falls, Coast into the Impassable Canyon, Celebrate in Salmon, Idaho
Previous rafting experience is not necessary. However, you need to be in good physical condition. Since we are in a remote wilderness location. Each day, loading and unloading into the raft can be on sandy beaches or uneven rocky shores. It is a necessity that all travelers are stable and sturdy on their feet in uneven terrain.
Price Per Night:$530.63 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Location(s):
Adelaide, McLaren Vale / Barossa Valley, Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, Clare Valley / Adelaide, Adelaide / Alice Springs, West MacDonnell Ranges / Kings Canyon, Kings Canyon / Kata Tjuta / Uluru / Yulara, Uluru / Yulara (or Alice Springs)
Price Per Night:$313.57 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Location(s):
Montecatini Terme, Pisa | Lucca, Florence | The Accademia Gallery, Montecatini | Fattoria il Poggio Farm, Cinque Terre, Siena | San Gimignano | Castello di Verrazzano, Vinci | San Miniato | Truffle Hunting | Farewell Lunch, Tour Ends in Montecatini Terme
Stay in a luxurious spa town to explore Tuscany's medieval gems, enjoy gourmet food and wine, and discover the captivating villages of Cinque Terre.
Price Per Night:$699.50 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Arrive in Lisbon, Portugal’s Enchanting Capital, Asseiceira and the Templar City of Tomar, Take in the Coninbriga Roman Ruins, University of Coimbra, the Land of Port, and Fado Music, Continue on to Beautiful Braga, Travel to Ponte de Lima, Hike the "Queen Stage", Venture on to the Final Portuguese City, Valenca, Cross the Verdugo River, Travel Through Galicia to the Ultimate Goal, Santiago...
Moderate hikes of up to 12 miles per day on well-marked trails and country roads with bus transfers to help shorten the hikes.
Travel to Egypt and follow the path of the river Nile as you revel in a taste of Egypt's history, beauty and colour on this short but action-packed trip along the longest river in the world. Cruise one of the world’s most iconic rivers on a traditional felucca, discover the largest and most impressive pharaonic temples, chat and dine with interesting locals and live it up in this country of deserts, bazaars, monuments and unmatched experiences. This eight-day Cairo round trip will get you feeling desert vibes, ancient wonders and local secrets at every stop.
Price Per Night:$313.75 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Location(s):
Broome / Mount Hart Wilderness, Mount Hart Wilderness, West Kimberley Gorges, El Questro Wilderness Park, Kununurra, Mirima National Park / Lake Argyle / Kununurra, Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles), Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) / Larrawa Station, Dimalurru (Tunnel Creek) / Broome
One of the best ways to experience the magnificent landscape of the Kimberley is on two legs. Lace up your hiking boots and get up close and personal to the gorges, swimming holes, waterfalls and vistas that make this such an iconic Australian destination. On this 13-day small group tour, you will combine superb guided walks with the region’s major highlights such as the Gibb River Road and its gorges, El Questro Wilderness Park and Purnululu National Park (the Bungle Bungles). Settle back and chill out in air-conditioned comfort in a custom-built 4WD coach as you explore the Kimberley region with an expert leader on this comfortable camping tour.
Price Per Night:$532.78 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Arrive in Kathmandu, Nepal, Fly to Pokhara & Trek the Modi River Valley, Trek from Birethanti to Majgaon, Trek from Majgaon to Dhampus, Trek to Ghatte Kola & Drive to Pokhara, Wildlife Adventures in Chitwan National Park, Explore Chitwan National Park, Fly to Kathmandu, Explore Kathmandu & Ancient Bhaktapur, Depart from Kathmandu
On this gentler-paced Nepal adventure you’ll be hiking approximately 3 to 4 miles per day for 4 days. Elevation gains and losses are moderate. This is the perfect alternative to MT Sobek’s more challenging Everest Lodge-to-Lodge and Everest Base Camp treks.
Price Per Night:$369.00 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Glasgow | Whisky Walking Tour, Isle of Arran | Brodick Castle, Scottish Borders | Abbotsford House | The Great Tapestry of Scotlan, Edinburgh | Edinburgh Castle, Loch Lomond | Stirling Castle, Tour Ends in Glasgow
Glasgow is your home base for all the iconic highlights. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and natural splendor as you unpack once in thriving Glasgow and discover Arran, the Highlands, the Scottish Borders, and Edinburgh.
Price Per Night:$749.38 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Arrive in Geneva & Head to Saas-Almagell, Warm-Up Hikes Around Saas-Fee, Soar to Monte Moro Pass & Discover Walser Culture, Hike the Scenic Passo del Turlo, Tackle Colle d’Olen, the Highest Pass of the Trek, Marvel at Mont Blanc from Colle del Pinter Pass, Ascend to Col de Nana & See Cervino, the Italian Matterhorn, Savor Fantastic Vistas of Monte Rosa & Stay in Zermatt, Depart from Geneva
Challenging hikes from 5 to 9 hours a day at a slow to moderate pace, up and down mountain trails that are steep and rocky, and at elevations of up to 9,787 feet. Ascents and descents exceed 5,000 feet, with no assistance from trains or lifts. To enjoy this experience, you need to be an experienced hiker in excellent condition.
Price Per Night:$638.08 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Arrive in Geneva & Head to Combloux, Warm-Up Hike to a Mont Blanc Panorama, Trek to the Base of Pierra Menta, Explore Vanoise National Park, Hike in the La Vanoise Range, Enter the La Vallee Etroite, Experience Queyras National Park, Continue from Queyras to Saint Paul, Journey to Saint-Martin de Vesubie via Col del la Bonette, Head to Mercantour National Park...
On this trip, you will be hiking 5-9 hours a day at elevations below 10,000 feet. The trails can be rocky and steep, requiring stamina, excellent balance, and coordination. You need to be in good physical condition to enjoy this experience.
Price Per Night:$345.28 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Lima, Lima to Huaraz, LLanganuco lakes & Laguna 69 hike, Laguna Churup hike, Pastoruri glacier hike, Great Inca Road: Castillo to Soledad de Tambo, Great Inca Road: Soledad de Tambo to Quenhuajirca, Great Inca Road: Quenhuajirca to Tambo Grande, Great Inca Road: Tambo Grande to Isco, Great Inca Road: Huanco Pampa...
Immerse yourself in the stillness of the Himalayas on a 16-day adventure along the Manalsu Circuit Trek. This quieter, less-travelled route takes you through blooming rhododendron forests, remote Buddhist monasteries and through the shadow of the world’s eight-highest mountain. Embark along a trail that follows the Budhi Gandaki River, crossing above its flowing waters by day and staying in teahouses by night, taking in the grandeur of the Himalayas as you reach altitudes of over 5000 m. With plenty of chances to spot the area’s protected wildlife and an experienced guide leading the way, this is a trek that must be seen to be believed.
Price Per Night:$499.58 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Arrive in Haines, Alaska, Travel to Haines Junction in Yukon Territory, Canada, Raft the Mighty Alsek, Raft Across Lowell Lake & The Lowell Glacier, Navigate the Icebergs of the Lowell Glacier, Run the Rapids of the Challenging "Lava North", Discover the Luminous Turnback Canyon, Helicopter Ride Over Turnback Canyon, Continue Down the Tatshenshini River, Pass the Walker Glacier...
This is a moderate to strenuous river rafting trip. You should be comfortable rafting up to 15 miles over the course of 4 hours per day for 11 days on class II – IV rapids. Previous river rafting experience is recommended, and you should be in good physical condition. Due to the remote nature of this trip, no vehicle support is available during our activities.
Price Per Night:$720.00 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Ushuaia, Embarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina, At sea, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula, At Sea, Drake Passage, Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
Price Per Night:$818.18 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Ushuaia, Argentina, Embarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Circle, At sea, Drake Passage, Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
Price Per Night:$649.38 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Reykjavik | Welcome Drink, Bjarteyarsandur | War and Peace Museum | Borgarnes, Glaumbaer Farm & Museum | Akureyri | Godafoss, Myvatn | Husavik, Dettifoss | Modrudalur | Vok Baths | Eastfjords, Petra's Stone Museum| Djupivogur | Vestrahorn Viking Village | Hofn, Glacier Lagoon | Diamond Beach | Turf Church | Skaftafell, Black Sand Beach | South Coast Drive | Eldhestar Horse Farm, Tour Ends in Reykjavik
Explore Iceland's incomparable waterfalls, geysers, glaciers and landscapes, but take in so much more as you focus on its fascinating culture and heritage. Discover life in early Viking settlements, the land of the sagas, the distinctive Icelandic horses, and the modern people of Iceland.