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Off the Map: Horseback Riding in the High Sierra Nevada Wilderness

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Off the Map: Horseback Riding in the High Sierra Nevada Wilderness

Immerse yourself in the Sierra Nevada’s rugged beauty, surveying the secluded landscapes on horseback to learn about the region’s history, culture and legends from local adventurers.

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10322RJ

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5 days

Rating (4.5)

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The Best of California: The Reagan Library to the Channel Islands

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The Best of California: The Reagan Library to the Channel Islands

Experience it all on this comprehensive exploration of California. Savor great cuisine, explore National Parks, visit renowned museums and enjoy insightful lectures along the way!

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14491RJ

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6 days

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On the Road: Saguaro, Joshua Tree & Death Valley National Parks

On the Road: Saguaro, Joshua Tree & Death Valley National Parks

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On the Road: Saguaro, Joshua Tree & Death Valley National Parks

Explore the warmth of these great American deserts — the Sonoran and Mojave — and the National Parks of Saguaro, Joshua Tree and Death Valley on the journey of a lifetime.

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13480RJ

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Four Jewels: Sequoia, Kings Canyon, Yosemite & Death Valley

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Four Jewels: Sequoia, Kings Canyon, Yosemite & Death Valley

Witness awe-inspiring nature, grand artifacts of geography, ancient flora and unique fauna as you immerse yourself in four of California’s most stunning National Parks.

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4352RJ

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9 days

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Bridge at Hidden Valley

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Bridge at Hidden Valley

Learn to evaluate your hand properly, master bidding conventions and acquire new techniques from experts as you immerse yourself in bridge at Hidden Valley Institute.

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23081RJ

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Bridges, Redwoods & Alcatraz: San Francisco With Your Grandchild

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Bridges, Redwoods & Alcatraz: San Francisco With Your Grandchild

A jailhouse that has stories to tell, bridges that stretch across the sparkling sea and the tallest trees on Earth! Discover these and more in the Bay Area with your grandchild.

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21059RJ

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Birding At Monterey Bay

Birding At Monterey Bay

Discover birding at its best in the Monterey Bay region. Learn about local ecology and habitats from experts while seeking waterfowl, waders, shorebirds, songbirds, seabirds and more.

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11812RJ

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The Best of Yosemite National Park: An American Icon

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The Best of Yosemite National Park: An American Icon

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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19237RJ

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6 days

Rating (4.75)

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Signature City San Diego

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Signature City San Diego

Walk Torrey Pines State Reserve, explore the San Diego Zoo, savor the cuisine of Little Italy and sail San Diego’s harbor as you explore the best this seaside city has to offer.

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16955RJ

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6 days

Rating (4.93)

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Choose Your Pace: Hiking Yosemite Up Close and Personal

Choose Your Pace: Hiking Yosemite Up Close and Personal

Hike at the pace you choose each day and see authentic Yosemite with experts. Discover giant sequoias and glacially carved valleys, and learn the story of this national treasure.

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13977RJ

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6 days

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Monterey's Jazz Bash by the Bay

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Monterey's Jazz Bash by the Bay

Immerse yourself in the culture and history of jazz at Monterey’s Jazz Bash by the Bay. Attend as a patron with seating privileges at performances, and enjoy the special Patron’s Lunch.

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7567RJ

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Magical Monterey

Magical Monterey

Regional Studies

Magical Monterey

From iconic shorelines to the homeland of John Steinbeck, from world-renowned aquarium to the “crown jewel” of California state parks, come see all that’s amazing in historic Monterey.

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1208RJ

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Rating (4.79)

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