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Antarctica: The Lost Continent

Less than 1% of the world's population ever get to step foot on the Antarctic - are you adventurous enough to be one of the few to conquer the Lost Continent? Sail across the unpredictable Drake Passage where massive icebergs, towering glaciers, giant whales, and millions of penguins await you. Longer voyages take you in search of the Emperor penguin, allow you to stop at international research stations to meet scientists, or reach the Polar Circle. Some itineraries include the Falkland Islands and even the Cape Verde Islands!

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations
WHERE: Antarctica, ANTARCTICA
AVAILABILITY: Contact us for availability
FROM: $6,190.00
DURATION: 21 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners

Alaska - The Executive Safari

This Safari provides National Parks and multiple adventures in only 5 days. It is designed for those without the luxury of 7-10 days to travel, but with a desire to see as much as possible. You will visit the residents of our Bear Camp, cruise the waters of Kenai Fjords National Park, and hike to stream featuring jumping spawning Salmon. The fisher-person in the group may opt for a Salmon charter or two during this trip.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, White Water Rafting - Rafting Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Alaska, USA
AVAILABILITY: Contact us for availability
FROM: $3,295
DURATION: 5 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: The Executive Safari

Viva Ecuador: An Adventure in the Clouds

Hidden deep in the emerald green Andean cloud forests of Ecuador are confetti clouds of colorful butterflies, the fluttering wings of hummingbirds, and tiny jewel-like orchids clinging to centuries-old trees. A hike at Cotopaxi, the worlds highest active volcano, will take your breath away. Stay in eco-lodges and cozy haciendas where you can trek to waterfalls and crater lakes, relax in hot springs, and discover the best of natural Ecuador.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations
WHERE: Ecuador, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: January, March, May
FROM: $2,395.00
DURATION: 10 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners

Colorful Culture of the Andes: Festivals, Textiles, and Saints

This in-depth, hands-on tour offers you a unique opportunity to truly experience Andean culture. You will meet local artisans, as well as world-renowned weavers, and watch as they demonstrate skills passed down through generations. Take weaving lessons and pottery classes while learning the different styles and mythological stories behind them. Top it all off with a celebration of the vibrant Corpus Christi festival in Cusco. 12D/11N $3,475 pp including local airfare.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: May
FROM: $3,475.00
DURATION: 12 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!

Northern Secrets - Geysers, Geoglyphs and Ghost Towns

Watch the sun rise over exploding geysers, visit the ghost village of Humberstone, and search for the huge geoglyphs that mysteriously decorate the landscape. Traveling from salt lakes to hot springs, volcanoes to oases, you'll be surrounded by snowcapped volcanoes and the serene solitude of the Altiplano. For desert aficionados, it's a must.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Chile, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: July, August, September
FROM: $2,895.00
DURATION: 15 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners

Ngorongoro Walking Safari with Kambona Ole Tirra Mollel

Our African walking safari immerses us in the primordial rhythms of the bush and the daily life of nomadic Maasai pastoralists as we hike near Ngorongoro and go on a Serengeti safari. In January and February the plains are verdant and our path through the grasslands is bursting with wildebeest and zebra giving birth. Kambona Ole Tirra Mollel, our highly skilled native Maasai tracker and Tanzania safari guide, begins our footloose journey in the Olduvai Gorge. We hike through dry river beds and gullies, skirting massive rock formations, and onto the vast savannah,camping amongst the spectacle of game amassing in January and February in anticipation of their annual migration.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations
WHERE: Tanzania, AFRICA
AVAILABILITY: January, March
FROM: $3,395
DURATION: 9 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Ngorongoro Walking Safari with Kambona Ole Tirra Mollel

Across Bhutan

Travel from Luang Prabang and Vientiane south to Pakse, along the Mekong to Khone Island and Asia's largest waterfall. Cross into Cambodia to Kratie, home to fresh water dolphins, and drive to Phnom Penh. After exploring the capital, embark on a temple safari through the country, camping by abandoned temples in luxury tents with complete staff. End your journey with Siem Reap, Angkor Wat, and a boat ride on the Tonle Sap.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations
WHERE: Bhutan, ASIA
AVAILABILITY: January, February, October, November
FROM: $4,995.00
DURATION: 13 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!

Turquoise Coast Odyssey

Hike through lush pine forests to ancient Byzantine churches, fortified Crusader castles, Roman baths and theatres, Ottoman mosques, palaces and harem quarters. Swim in crystalline waters and snorkel over sunken ruins as we cruise between Finike and Marmaris in Turkish gulets, hand-built, wooden sail-motor yachts featuring ample deck space and plenty of delectable Turkish cuisine.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Turkey, ASIA
AVAILABILITY: May, June, July, August, September, October
FROM: $4,295 per adult
DURATION: 15 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Turquoise Coast Odyssey

Travel to Guatemala with UNFPA

The dramatic scenery and culturally rich highlands of central Guatemala are unique. Verdant forests, fertile loamy soil, beautiful cratered lakes and volcanic peaks accent a land where ancient Mayan traditions are part of contemporary life. Travel with the UNFPA (United Nations Population Fund) and the UN Foundation and make real-life connections with people, walk their land, listen and learn of their lives. The Americans for UNFPA Leadership Delegations are designed for people who do make a difference. Join us, add your voice to the global village.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Guatemala, NORTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: March
FROM: $4395
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Travel to Guatemala with UNFPA

A Buddhist Legacy

Boat across the Yarlung Tsampo River and visit Samye and the Yombulakham - Tibet's first monastery and dwelling. Travel in the shadow of snow-covered Himalayan peaks and listen to monks from Sera dramatically debating religious fine points. Walk the sacred path around Shigatse's Tashilumpo Monastery with pilgrims and enjoy the art of Gyantse's Kumbum and sunrise prayers at Lhasa's Jokhang temple. This journey is the essence of Central Tibet.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: China, ASIA
AVAILABILITY: June, July, August, September
FROM: $2,795.00
DURATION: 17 days
AUDIENCE: For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: A Buddhist Legacy