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While going overseas has its merits, traveling closer to home can be even more rewarding — so we’re sharing some of our favorite educational experiences right here in the U.S. and Canada! From diverse climates like the subtropical Everglades to skiing adventures in the Adirondacks, from vast landscapes like the Grand Canyon to the sweeping Canadian Maritimes coastline, from historic cities covering Boston to San Francisco — we’re celebrating North America with this curated collection just for you!

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Hikers overlook a quintessential Southwest landscape featuring red rock hoodoos and pine-covered canyons in Utah.

On the Road: Absolute Southwest — A Canyonlands Adventure

12 days
(4.9)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
4,999
Arizona/Utah
On the Road
This one has it all: three iconic national parks, two national monuments, a raft trip on the Colorado, a Jeep trip in Monument Valley and quintessential Southwest landscapes throughout!
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Colorful historic buildings and palm trees line a quiet street leading toward the iconic white steeple of St. Philip's Church in Charleston.

Charleston to St. Augustine: A Southern Coastal Journey

12 days
(4.91)
On Your Feet
Starting at
6,399
South Carolina/Georgia/Florida
On the Road
From Charleston and Savannah to Jekyll Island and St. Augustine, explore the history of the Southeast and examine how slavery, war and economic change shaped these Southern cities.
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A serene view of a clear blue lake in the Canadian Rockies of Alberta, framed by evergreen trees and snow-capped mountains.

Exploring Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks

8 days
(4.95)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
4,999
Alberta
On the Road
Explore the Canadian Rockies with local experts, learning about grizzly bears, visiting Château Lake Louise and taking an in-depth look at UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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A Rocky Mountaineer train travels along the turquoise shores of a lake through the Canadian Rockies in Alberta and British Columbia.

The Best of the Rockies by Rail: Western Canada's Splendor

12 days
(4.94)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
8,799
Alberta/British Columbia
Train Treks
Journey to the heart of the Canadian Rockies by train and glass-enclosed gondola, discovering ancient glaciers, turquoise lakes, alpine wildlife, and sweeping mountain vistas.
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Three people hiking along a desert trail in Death Valley National Park, surrounded by unique, wavy yellow rock formations under bright sunlight.

Hiking Death Valley National Park and the Valley of Fire

7 days
(4.93)
Varies by Date
Starting at
3,099
California/Nevada
Walking/Hiking
Death Valley isn't as scary as it sounds. Join experts to learn about unique rock formations, local ecology and ancient petroglyphs as you hike and explore these two stunning parks.
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A guide in a suit gestures toward a large photograph of Martin Luther King Jr. during a Civil Rights Movement history tour in Georgia.

The Civil Rights Movement: Atlanta, Montgomery, Selma, Birmingham

8 days
(4.95)
On Your Feet
Starting at
3,499
Georgia/Alabama
On the Road
Journey through the Deep South to learn the history of the Civil Rights Movement and its defining clashes. Hear powerful stories of struggle and be inspired by resilient heroes.
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A person paddles a colorful kayak through calm Florida waterways lined with lush green mangroves.

Back to Nature: Kayaking the Waterways of Florida

6 days
(4.88)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
2,099
Florida
Water Sports
The Florida coastline boasts beautiful nature reserves and some of the finest kayaking in America. Kayak through mangroves and wetlands to search for wildlife with expert naturalists.
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A man in a green kayak paddles through the calm waters and lush mangroves of Florida's Everglades.

Kayaking the Everglades: Exploring the River of Grass

6 days
(4.91)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
1,999
Florida
Water Sports
Discover the delicate beauty of Florida’s Everglades with experts and naturalists, discussing the region’s unique ecology, history and culture as you kayak this great American preserve.
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A panoramic view of red rock mountains and a winding road through the lush desert landscape of Arizona under a warm sunset sky.

Signature City Phoenix-Scottsdale

6 days
(4.91)
On Your Feet
Starting at
2,749
Arizona
Signature Cities
Get an insider’s view on Arizona’s Valley of the Sun as you join experts to explore world-renowned cultural institutions, unique desert landscapes and historic Old Town Scottsdale.
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The lush courtyard of The Lightner Museum in St. Augustine, Florida, featuring palm trees, a fountain pond, and grand historic architecture.

Amelia Island and St. Augustine: Coastal Treasures in Florida

6 days
(4.82)
On Your Feet
Starting at
2,249
Florida
Regional Discoveries
Discover what makes Amelia Island and St. Augustine such cultural and historic gems, learning about Native American history, Civil War strategy, grand architecture and renowned cuisine.
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View through ornate gates toward the brick facade and cupola of the historic Governor's Palace in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia.

From Colony to Revolution: Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown

7 days
(4.87)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
1,999
Virginia
Regional Discoveries
Immerse yourself in historic Virginia with scholars, instructors and historians as you explore Colonial Era history from the founding of Jamestown to the end of the Revolutionary War.
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Wild ponies roam a sandy beach in Chincoteague, Virginia, as ocean waves wash ashore under a vast blue sky.

Chincoteague: Lighthouses, Wild Ponies and Pirates

6 days
(4.95)
Easy Going
Starting at
1,649
Virginia
National Parks
Virginia's only inhabited barrier island, with a national wildlife refuge and seashore, offers stunning vistas, wild ponies, wildlife, miles of trails, beaches, and a memorable history.
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