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A person walks among large, weathered trees at Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island, Georgia, during a vibrant sunset.

Best of St. Simons, Sapelo, Jekyll: An Island-Hopping Adventure

6 days
(4.93)
On Your Feet
Starting at
2,799
Georgia
Regional Discoveries
Discover Georgia’s Atlantic Coast islands from different perspectives as you explore a historic fort and grand homes while also learning about island ecology and Gullah Geechee culture.
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Two hikers walk along a dirt trail through golden grasses toward the dramatic, towering rock formations of Big Bend National Park in Texas.

Hiking at Big Bend, Guadalupe Mountains & Carlsbad Caverns

8 days
(4.96)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
2,599
Texas/New Mexico
Walking/Hiking
Come south this winter to explore diverse ecosystems, geologic formations and human cultures, while hiking in three of our nation’s national parks.
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A scenic landscape of lush green mountains and lakes in the Emerald Isle of Ireland under a dramatic, cloudy sky.

The Best of Ireland: A Week on the Emerald Isle

9 days
(4.97)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,499
Ireland
Go off the beaten path and learn the story of Ireland as you speak with locals, taste authentic cuisine, discover ancient traditions and enjoy expert-led excursions to historic sites.
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Colorful boats docked in the clear harbor of a seaside village along Croatia's Adriatic Coast, with vibrant Mediterranean buildings on the hillside.

Croatia: Treasure of the Adriatic Coast

14 days
(4.76)
Let's Go!
Starting at
5,399
Croatia
Croatia’s seaside villages, stunning coast and ancient history make it the perfect destination for exploring traditional Mediterranean life.
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A winding river flows through Tuolumne Meadows in Yosemite National Park, California, with pine forests and granite mountains under a bright, cloudy sky.

The Best of Yosemite National Park: An American Icon

6 days
(4.85)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,349
California
National Parks
Discover the wonders of Yosemite National Park alongside naturalists as you learn about and explore Yosemite Valley, Tuolumne Meadows, Mariposa Grove and many other iconic treasures.
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A gray whale surfaces in the waters of Mexico during its migration, revealing its barnacle-covered head and baleen plates.

Mexico: The Great Gray Whale Migration and Baja’s Natural Wonders

8 days
(4.96)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
2,999
Mexico
Animals & Wildlife
Witness the gray whale migration, one of nature’s most phenomenal events, and see these gentle giants up close in the heart of their breeding grounds.
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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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Two women smiling while hiking in the Azores, standing on a path beside a cascading waterfall and lush green nature.

Hiking the Azores: A Nature Lover’s Paradise

11 days
(4.92)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
4,899
Azores
Walking/Hiking
Learn about the Azores’ island beauty as you join expert naturalists on hikes to the woodlands, thermal spring pools, caves and volcanic landscapes of Europe’s best-kept secret.
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A large, colorful green and orange iguana with a spiky crest rests in lush green grass in Costa Rica.

From Monkeys to Macaws: Colorful Costa Rica With Your Grandchild

10 days
(4.98)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,349
Costa Rica
Ages 8 – 17
Grandparent
Fly a little south of the U.S. to discover a world of chatty macaws, playful monkeys, industrious leafcutter ants and butterflies as you explore Costa Rica with your grandchild.
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An elevated view of the Panama Canal showing its locks and surrounding lush greenery under a cloudy blue sky.

Grit and Glory: Exposing the Panama Canal

6 days
(4.94)
On Your Feet
Starting at
2,249
Panama
History
Learn the story of the Panama Canal as you journey through this feat of engineering, get close-up views of the new locks and visit historic sites during explorations along the canal!
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A scenic view of the volcanic pseudocraters and grassy landscape surrounding Lake Myvatn in Iceland under a cloudy blue sky.

The Best of Iceland: A Country of Beautiful Contrasts

11 days
(4.93)
On Your Feet
Starting at
6,499
Iceland
Traverse the wonders of Iceland with locals and scholarly experts, delving deep into a landscape of stunning geological features, glaciers and bubbling thermal pools.
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The pink Amazon Theatre with its colorful tiled dome stands in the jungle metropolis of Brazil under a cloudy sky.

Adventure in the Heart of the Amazon by Private Riverboat

11 days
(4.9)
Let's Go!
Starting at
3,999
Brazil
River Boats
Discover the wonder of the Amazon on board a private riverboat and learn about rich biodiversity, intricate rivers, sustainable farming and a jungle metropolis alongside local experts.
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