Classic China Adventure (ACCAD)
If you’ve always been intrigued by the mysteries of the Middle Kingdom’s tremendous past and the promise of its future, then dive into the wonders of China on this exceptional tour. Walk back in time along the Great Wall, stare down the stoic Terracotta Warriors and watch acrobats fly through the Shanghai air. With your accommodation and transportation arranged by our expert guides, this adventure offers up a great combination of must-see highlights and authentic activities to engage your inner explorer. Ready? Let’s go!
Highlights: Learning the history of famed Chinese sites, including the Great Wall and Tiananmen Square, Tasting various regional specialties such as Beijing Duck, Learning about tea production and enjoy a tasting, Practicing tai chi with the locals in Shanghai
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Cultural Treasures of Vietnam (AVDVD)
Treasured culture, stunning scenery, turbulent history—Vietnam has the perfect set of ingredients for adventure travel and this trip is the recipe that brings them together with more than a dash of comfort. Get off the beaten path and take a peek behind the scenes at the places and people that make this country so intriguing. Changing at a scorching rate, this is the perfect time to experience Vietnam at its most dynamic.
Highlights: Enjoying onsite history lessons with local experts at the Cu Chi tunnels and Hoa Lo Prison, Immersing yourself in local culture, Meeting local people in rural towns and floating villages, Tasting your way through local markets, Learning the basics of Vietnamese specialties in cooking classes
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
South India Delights (AHSID)
Think you’ve seen India? The South is a land apart. Enter a world where time feels like it has stood still forever. You’ll explore the famous sites and temples at Kochi, Pondicherry and Madurai and enjoy a night on a houseboat in Kerala's tranquil backwaters but it’s the local village immersion that you’ll treasure forever. Try on traditional fashions, get hands-on in a regional cooking class and inhale the refreshing air of a spice garden to see what makes this region tick.
Highlights: Discovering spirituality in historic temples, Gaining insight into traditional spices at an organic spice farm, Delving into the delicious world of South India's culinary delights with sumptuous meals and a cooking class, Exploring the holy city of Madurai by cycle-rickshaw.
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Spirit of Nepal (ANDND)
Famed for its staggeringly beautiful mountains and ancient traditions, Nepal still remains an enigma to most outsiders. That’s a shame; the amazing architectural marvels of the Pashupatinath Temple and the holy cities of Boudhanath and UNESCO-protected Bhaktapur rank among some of humanity’s greatest creations. This trip unravels the mysteries of this incredible land of ancient secrets and towering mountains by taking you up into the mountains, down unexplored nature paths in search of rhino in Chitwan National Park and into Gurung villages to see how the locals have lived for centuries.
Highlights: Learning about Buddhist and Hindu beliefs and history while exploring temples and ruins, Interacting with local people in remote towns and villages, Having a taste of light trekking in Nepal, Experiencing safari and game viewing with a local naturalist.
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 3
Tanzania Wildlife Safari (DTTWD)
Scour the legendary Serengeti in pursuit of cheetahs and descend into the pristine African wilderness of the Ngorongoro Crater. Your Discovery Adventures naturalist guide will offer keen insight and a unique perspective to some of the most famous wildlife sites and important archaeological sites in East Africa. Travel in small packs—so you’re not lost in the crowd—and stay in the thick of it in luxury wilderness camps and lodges. Our small 4x4 safari vehicles improve your chances of snapping that perfect shot of some of the most amazing animals on the planet—Africa’s Big Five. Discover the majesty of Africa.
Highlights: Experiencing daily wildlife viewing and lectures with an expert local naturalist, Participating in cultural exchanges in local villages, Exploring the origins of human history at Olduvai Gorge– the 'Cradle of Mankind'.
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Highlights of Argentina & Brazil (SAABD)
It takes two to tango and a combination of natural wonders and urban thrills to really experience South America. From dance lessons in Buenos Aires to the samba rhythm of Rio, infuse your experience with the continent’s soulful spirit. Travel deep into the interior and explore spectacular Iguassu Falls. Travel days are well paced and domestic flights to remote attractions minimize travel time so you can maximize time exploring this region’s treasures. From small towns where you’ll hang out with the locals to barbecue feasts, get a true taste of this region’s vibrant culture.
Highlights: Learning firsthand about Argentine wine and the tango from local experts, Taking a chef-instructed cooking lesson and enjoying dinner at a local farm, Experiencing a traditional Brazilian barbecue with a local family, Observing one of the natural wonders of the world at Iguassu Falls
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Archaeological Wonders of Peru (SPAWD)
Nothing compares to witnessing the morning light awaken the lost city of Machu Picchu. But there is more to Peru than just one architectural wonder and this 2-week trip goes further afield to show what made these ancient civilisations tick. From Chiclayo and Trujillo in Peru's north, you’ll explore the ruins and archaeology of Sipan, the Pyramids of Tucame, and Chan Chan—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With an expert guide at your side offering context, you’ll come away feeling totally connected to this land of legend.
Highlights: Standing in the footsteps of Incan priests at Machu Picchu, Heading further into Peru's north along the route of the ancient Moche people, Having an expert guide make sense of fascinating archaeological sites, Spending two days exploring the Sacred Valley, Understanding why Chan Chan is a UNESCO site.
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
China & Tibet Cultural Journey (ACCTD)
While retracing the footsteps of ancient warriors along the Great Wall you realize you’re onto something. You want to get into the heart of the Middle Kingdom and our guides will take you ‘over the wall’. Handpicked for their expertise, they’ll bring you deep into China and walk backward in time with you to Tibet where you’ll reconnect with ancient ways long forgotten by the modern world. From Sichuan Opera to calligraphy classes in Xi’an, you won’t just experience China’s arts and culture, you’ll become a part of it.
Highlights: Trying your hand at Chinese calligraphy with the help of a local expert, Pondering Tibetan spirituality on visits to Buddhist temples and monasteries, Observing pandas at a breeding centre in the mountains of Sichuan, Cruising along the mighty Yangtze River.
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Spirit of Bhutan (ADBHD)
For lovers of Asian culture wanting to dig deeper, this 12-day trip through Bhutan's magnificent mountain terrain promises stunning photographs and encounters with a people who care more about GNP—Gross National Happiness—than GDP. As you explore tiny towns and remarkable monasteries, you'll receive unparallelled opportunities for cultural interactions, photography, hiking and blessings from Buddhist monks. With the direction of an expert local guide, immerse yourself in a land that prides itself on its remote isolation.
Highlights: Gazing up at mystical mountains, Contemplating the meaning of it all at ancient temples and shrines, Hiking along peaceful nature trails, Experiencing the pristine and peaceful nature of the 'Dragon Kingdom'.
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 3
Kenya Wildlife Safari (DKKWD)
As you seek out the lions that call Masai Mara home, you might appear as a small dot on the vast savannah but you’re definitely part of a big adventure—the ultimate Kenyan safari. In agile 4x4 vehicles, with your naturalist guide, track the Big Five across the spectacular wilderness. At night, retire to comfortable tented safari camps to recount the day’s exploits and really experience this unspoiled wilderness. From the depths of the Great Rift Valley to the highs of capturing reclusive wildlife in your camera’s viewfinder, give your senses a primal overload in the African bush.
Highlights: Experiencing outstanding wildlife viewing and daily lectures with an expert naturalist, Visiting chimpanzee and rhino sanctuaries with a park ranger, Participating in a unique nighttime game drive in Soysambu Conservancy.
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Iceland Adventure (ELIAD)
Fire and ice, volcanic fury and soothing calm—Iceland is a land of poetic contrasts and this 12-day tour offers time enough to meet the locals and explore the famous geological formations. Visit lava fields, learn about glaciers as you walk across one, and soak in magnificent hot springs that both sooth and inspire. With whale watching opportunities, a farm lunch and visits to fishing villages for an introduction to local life, you'll soon discover there is more to this island nation than just good looks.
Highlights: Soaking in soothing hot springs and rivers, Learning about glaciers from your expert guide as you trek across one, Spotting puffins and other regional birds, Visiting fishing villages and farms for a taste of local life, Watching geology in action at the lava fields and volcanoes of Iceland.
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Patagonia Wonders of Nature (SAPWD)
When Magellan landed in Patagonia, he believed its inhabitants to be giants. While you won't find any mythical creatures on this trip, you will encounter magical scenery, mighty glaciers and towering peaks at Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno Glacier and Glacier National Park. And prepare yourself for stunning views on an expedition cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas—including a landing at Cape Horn. With a mountain lodge stay, relaxed trekking and an expert guide to lead the way, you'll be creating legends of your own to share back home.
Highlights: Exploring Patagonia's fjords and glaciers on an expedition cruise, Setting foot on the 'end of the earth' at Cape Horn, Photographing thousands of Magellanic penguins, Hiking amidst the stunning scenery of Torres del Paine National Park, Dancing the tango and sampling vibrant vintages in sophisticated Buenos Aires.
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 3
| Trip | Length | Style | Service Level | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic China Adventure (ACCAD) | 8 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
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$1599
USD
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| Cultural Treasures of Vietnam (AVDVD) | 14 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$1785
USD
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Was
$2099
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| South India Delights (AHSID) | 15 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$2699
USD
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| Spirit of Nepal (ANDND) | 12 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$2699
USD
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| Tanzania Wildlife Safari (DTTWD) | 8 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$2890
USD
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Was
$3399
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| Highlights of Argentina & Brazil (SAABD) | 10 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$2999
USD
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| Archaeological Wonders of Peru (SPAWD) | 15 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$2999
USD
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| China & Tibet Cultural Journey (ACCTD) | 15 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$3200
USD
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Was
$3999
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| Spirit of Bhutan (ADBHD) | 12 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
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$3360
USD
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Was
$4199
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| Kenya Wildlife Safari (DKKWD) | 8 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$3499
USD
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| Iceland Adventure (ELIAD) | 12 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$3655
USD
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Was
$4299
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| Patagonia Wonders of Nature (SAPWD) | 15 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
From
$5499
USD
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