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Peru | Machu Picchu

From the Rapids of the Urubamba to the mystical mountains of Machu Picchu, the Land of the Inca begs to be explored.

Stroll the cobblestone streets of Cusco, the Inca Empire’s capital and the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Western Hemisphere
Stand atop Huayna Picchu surrounded by verdant mountaintops, the winding Urubamba River and the Lost City of the Inca 1,000 feet below
Hike the Inca Trail, a mystical mix of ruins,mountain scenery, lush cloud forest and rich subtropical jungle
Watch the day break over Machu Picchu
Visit a local school to drop off supplies and plant a tree as a part of the UN’s ”Plant for the Planet”campaign
Ride Paso Finos to the remote Andean community of Cachiccata
Raft class II & III rapids through the Sacred Valley
Shop vibrant Indian markets for hand-woven tapestries and blankets
Savor a plate of fine Peruvian cuisine and unwind in the comfort of the exquisite Hotel Rio Sagrado

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: April, June, July, August, October
FROM: $3,998
DURATION: 9 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Machu Picchu Hiking Tours

England - Dartmoor to Exmoor

The ancient harbor of Dartmouth is the gateway to this Walk across the dramatic open spaces of Dartmoor and Exmoor in the South West of England.

Here we walk meadow-paths and narrow lanes, crossing rivers and passing through thatched hamlets, stopping for hearty pub lunches and a traditional Devon Cream Tea. We explore Castle Drogo '"the last castle to be built in England" 300 meters above Dartmoor.

Leaving Dartmoor we discover the wild uplands of Exmoor, where we might spot a native pony or a red deer, Britain's largest wild animal. We enjoy sweeping views from the rolling hills across the Bristol Channel to Wales.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: United Kingdom, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: June, September
FROM: $3,995
DURATION: 6 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Walking Vacation from Dartmoor to Exmoor in England

Laos and Cambodia: The Heart of the Mekong

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
WHERE: Laos, ASIA
AVAILABILITY: February, March, October, November
FROM: $4,995.00
DURATION: 19 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!

Holland | Haarlem to Odoorn

Emerald pastures, wildflower meadows, cobblestone villages and working windmills create the quintessential Dutch backdrop on this 8-day adventure through Holland’s pristine northern territory.

Wind your way through the cresting dunes and lovely neighborhoods of Haarlem
Cycle over canals and wooden bridges in the seafaring town of Schermerhorn
Ferry to Stavoren and bike the quiet roads along Lake IJsselmeer to the old port of Hindeloopen
Pedal through a dense forest and along a watery landscape to Giethoorn, coined the “Venice of the North” for its narrow canals, thatched houses and hump-back bridges
Take in the sweet aroma of tulips, hyacinth and daffodils in the kaleidoscopic gardens of the Keukenhof, where over six million bulbs flower each spring
Choose from hundreds of different pancakes at a Dutch pancake restaurant in Odoorn
Sip a garden aperitif and savor fresh wilde zalm (wild salmon) and salade van spinkrab (spider crab salad) before retiring to the comfort of the historic Chateau de Havixhorst

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Netherlands, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: April, June, August
FROM: $2,998
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Holland Bike Tours

Yunnan and Sichuan: Kawakarpo

If Kailas in western Tibet represents the body of Buddha, Kawakarpo, unknown to most Westerners and one of the holiest mountains to the Tibetan Buddhists, represents the mind emanation. Join the many pilgrims circumambulating this holy mountain in the province of 'Shangri-La' and you will accrue the most merit for your next life. You'll stay in small communities, overnight in guesthouses, visit 'eternal waterfalls', and chat with monks and nuns. An amazing trip!

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: China, ASIA
AVAILABILITY: July, September
FROM: $3,655.00 per person
DURATION: 14 days
AUDIENCE: For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!

South Africa Bush and Beach Safari

Experience South Africa's varied natural habitats and rich culture on this unique combination of wildlife, beach, and interactions with the Zulu people.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations
WHERE: South Africa, AFRICA
AVAILABILITY: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
FROM: $5195
DURATION: 9 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: South Africa Bush and Beach Safari

Chile/Argentina | Patagonia

From the jagged granite spires of the Torres del Pine, to the electric blue ice slabs of Perito Moreno Glacier, to the dazzling reflection of Andean peaks on sprawling alpine lakes, Patagonia is a region as wild, pristine and awe-inspiring as they come.

Bike the rolling hills surrounding Mount Campanario to a backdrop of North Patagonia’s stunning Lago (Lake) District
Sip an acclaimed Argentinean wine on the shores of Lago Espejo
Ride horses into the foothills of the Andes
Cook empanadas at an authentic Estancia in the heart of Los Glaciares National Park
Trek the surreal ice peaks and blue crevasses of Perito Moreno Glacier
Hike the Asencio Valley through Nothofagus forest in Torres del Paine National Park
Marvel at the icebergs calving off of Grey Glacier
Keep an eye out for Andean Condors on a hike to the turquoise Lago Pehoe
Feast on an endless array of fresh mariscos (seafood) at a farewell dinner in Punta Arenas

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Chile, Argentina, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY:
FROM: $5,698
DURATION: 10 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Patagonia Adventure Travel

England - Jane Austen Country

One of English literature's best-loved authors, Jane Austen, wittily observed preindustrial English society from a sheltered and gentrified family life in Hampshire.

The literary walk of her lifetime takes us to many of her haunts, including Steventon where her father was Rector, and the gentle rolling countryside that forms the backdrop to much of her work. A walk through rich meadows and snug valleys, handsome estates and civilized landscapes intersperses two visits to Chawton, where Jane moved at the age of 33, and a talk and discussion with a Jane Austen expert. These take us on paths she probably used passing timeless cottages she would have known.

The week closes in Winchester, once capital of the ancient kingdom of Wessex, where Jane is buried in the ancient cathedral.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: United Kingdom, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: July, September, October
FROM: $3895
DURATION: 7 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: Walking Vacations in Hampshire England, home of Jane Austen

South Vietnam: Bicycles and Beaches

Cycle the Mekong Delta on 21-speed new Taiwanese bikes, visiting markets, eating and sleeping in local homes and hotels, and traveling as the Vietnamese do. Watch people planting rice, visit coconut and fruit orchards, and enjoy the pace of life along the Mekong River and its canals. Take sampans, local ferries, and get inside the life of South Vietnam. Finish with two luxurious days on the beach in Phu Quoc, an island at the southern tip of Vietnam.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Vietnam, ASIA
AVAILABILITY: March, November
FROM: $2,995.00
DURATION: 11 days
AUDIENCE: For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!

Nicaragua Family Vacation

Our active Nicaragua Family Vacation takes you off the beaten path to reveal the natural beauty, friendly people and colonial charm that is Nicaragua's heart and soul.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Nicaragua, Nicaragua, CENTRAL AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: All year
FROM: $2275
DURATION: 9 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Nicaragua Family Vacation