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Southern Africa Birding Safari: From Zimbabwe to Zambia & Beyond

15 days
(5)
Outdoor: No Sweat
Starting at
9,799
South Africa / Zambia/Namibia / Botswana / Zimbabwe
Birding
Add the birds of Southern Africa to your birding life list as you explore the diverse habitats of four countries with experts, spotting unique wildlife and learning about local culture.
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Special Offer
A group of travelers on a Rim to Shore Costa Rica Multi-Sport Adventure poses in front of a massive buttressed tree in a rainforest.

Rim to Shore: Costa Rica Multi-Sport Adventure

11 days
(4.98)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
3,199
Costa Rica
Multi-Sport
Discover the meaning of “pura vida” and see why there’s no better place to raft, hike, kayak and learn authentic Latin dance than the protected waters and lands of Costa Rica.
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A bronze statue overlooking a seaside village and harbor on the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia, with dramatic mountains in the background.

Seaside Hikes in Croatia

14 days
(4.98)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
5,149
Croatia
Walking/Hiking
Discover the Dalmatian Coast’s seaside villages, medieval architecture, timeless traditions and national parks as you unlock the mystery of one of Europe’s best-kept secrets.
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A prehistoric Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwelling village featuring stone rooms and circular kivas built into a large canyon alcove.

Ancient Puebloans: Mesas, Monuments, Canyons and More

9 days
(4.96)
Let's Go!
Starting at
3,499
New Mexico/Colorado/Arizona
On the Road
Delve into the history of the Ancestral Puebloans as you learn about prehistoric villages, explore the region’s national parks and visit important sites with a local expert.
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An American Coot swims in the golden water of a South Carolina Lowcountry marsh.

Birding the Lowcountry

6 days
(5)
Outdoor: No Sweat
Starting at
2,049
South Carolina
Birding
With its salt marshes, abundant forests, coastal estuaries and diverse wildlife refuges, South Carolina’s Lowcountry is a haven for both birds and birders alike.
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A Civil War cannon sits on the grassy grounds of the Gettysburg battlefield in Pennsylvania.

Three Civil War Battlefields: Harpers Ferry, Antietam and Gettysburg

6 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
2,099
Pennsylvania
Military History
Dive deep into the story of the Civil War as you learn about John Brown’s raid in Harpers Ferry, the Emancipation Proclamation in Sharpsburg and the war’s turning point in Gettysburg.
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A hidden cove with crystal-clear turquoise water and lush green pine trees on rocky cliffs along the Costa Brava in Catalonia, Spain.

Choose Your Pace: Hike Spain’s Wild Coast of Catalonia

14 days
(4.96)
Outdoor: Choose Your Pace
Starting at
5,999
Spain
Walking/Hiking
Hike Catalonia’s Costa Brava, where crystal-clear waters, vineyard cliffs and hidden coves meet ancient ruins, modernist art, and timeless Mediterranean landscapes.
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A young girl in a striped sweater poses playfully in front of the Leaning Tower of Pisa during a family adventure in Italy.

Under the Tuscan Sun: Italian Adventures With Your Grandchild

9 days
(5)
Let's Go!
Starting at
4,749
Italy
Ages 13 – 17
Grandparent
Under the Tuscan sun, you and your grandchild will create memories that will last a lifetime as you discover amazing art, learn some Italian and explore ancient ruins together.
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Aerial view of the Atlanta skyline in Georgia featuring prominent skyscrapers and a complex highway interchange with traffic under a bright blue sky.

On the Road: Atlanta, Asheville, Charleston and Savannah

10 days
(5)
On Your Feet
Starting at
5,749
Georgia/North Carolina/South Carolina
On the Road
Explore four historically significant cities of the Southeast through diverse perspectives, experiencing the museums, historic districts and landscapes that define the region.
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A narrow street in Ecuador lined with colorful colonial buildings and flower-filled balconies, looking toward the Virgin of El Panecillo statue on a hill.

A Taste of Ecuador: A Journey Through Nature, Culture & Tradition

10 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,649
Ecuador
Volcanoes, cities, local traditions and so much more — sample the rich culture and experience the unforgettable landscapes of Ecuador on this learning adventure!
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High-angle landscape of Cusco, Peru, featuring red-tiled roofs and historic cathedrals nestled in a valley surrounded by sunlit, rolling mountains under a cloudy sky.

Go Solo: Peru’s Sacred Valley, Lima & Machu Picchu

9 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,549
Peru
Nature & Environment
Get an introduction to the sites, cities and people of Peru alongside other solo travelers on this learning adventure that begins in the capital of Lima and ends in Cusco.
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A single stone moai statue stands in the foreground overlooking a row of moai on an ahu ceremonial platform at sunset on Easter Island.

Adventures Online: Easter Island & the Mystery and Legacy of Rapa Nui

3 days
(5)
Easy Going
Starting at
249
Online Program
Regional Discoveries
Join unique experts: a native historian, and an archaeologist with field experience as they share firsthand knowledge and rich history.
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