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England - Cornwall's Creeks & Coves

Exotic plants and sunny beaches contrast with craggy coves and stormy seas in the Celtic county of Cornwall, home to some of Britain's most atmospheric landscapes.

With the crashing waves of the Cornish coast never far from sight, we follow in the footsteps of novelist Daphne du Maurier on the South West Coast Path, visiting ancient fishing villages, secluded beaches and sub-tropical gardens. We explore storm-weathered castles, eat in traditional thatched pubs and sail across peaceful estuaries.

One of the Walk's highlights is a trip to the mysterious Lost Gardens of Heligan, a once-neglected Victorian estate, now fully restored to its former glory. Another is the estuarial ravine garden of Trebah from where the US troops embarked for Omaha beach in the D-Day landings of 1944.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: United Kingdom, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: June, October
FROM: $3,895
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 vacation in Cornwall in England

Follow the Race in France

Ride part of a stage of the famous French race, and then be there live in person on the sidelines to cheer on riders during this heart-pounding competition. Ciclismo has you standing at the best vantage points to feel the energy surge through the crowd as racers fly by.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: France, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: July
FROM: $4,595
DURATION: 8 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: Follow the Race in France

Swept Away in Sardegna

A combination of ocean air, natural habitats and rugged mountains make Sardegna an exciting exploration for every cyclist. This is a ride from the northern tip of the island to the southern tip, where every day proves to be another adventure on this Mediterranean paradise.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, September, October
FROM: $4,295
DURATION: 10 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: Swept Away in Sardegna

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

Voyaging Among the Dodecanese of Greece and Turkey

It is only by sailing the idyllic coasts of ancient Caria and island hopping the Greek and Turkish Dodecanese that the startling cultural and natural beauty of the region can truly be appreciated. Selected as one of National Geographic Traveler magazine's 2009 Tours of a Lifetime, we explore Greek and Turkish villages, discover ancient ruins, sample delectable Turkish and Greek cuisine and sipping excellent wine, ouzo and raki aboard our Phoenician-style gulet, all the while pondering how one region can offer so much.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Turkey, Greece, ASIA
AVAILABILITY: May, June, July, August, September, October
FROM: $4450
DURATION: 12 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Voyaging Among the Dodecanese of Greece and Turkey

Follow the Giro d’Italia

Capture the action of the famous Giro d’Italia race up-close and in person. For cycling enthusiasts, there is nothing more thrilling in Italy then watching the country’s famed stage race. Get unbelievably close to the greatest racers in the word and witness history first-hand on this custom designed tour.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Italy, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: June, July
FROM: $4,595
DURATION: 8 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: Follow the Giro d’Italia

Dordogne Castles & Valleys

France’s Dordogne region rewards cyclists with green river valleys, limestone plateaus, thousands of medieval castles and Roman ruins. Ride through an ancient world with storied history and golden-stone villages on this deliciously offbeat itinerary sipping on the superb local wines and feasting on the hearty regional cuisine.

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: France, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: May, June, September
FROM: $4,895
DURATION: 10 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: Bike Trip in France

Austria/Czech Republic | Vienna to Prague

From Austria’s fabled Danube River to the lush Lake District and Bohemian Forest of the Czech Republic, this nine-day adventure offers an ideal recipe of scenery, history and culture.

Arrive in Vienna, a city of music and art, with time to explore
Bike along the Danube through the vineyards and villages of the Wachau region, pausing for a glass of Neuburger wine, the local specialty
Explore a lavish Baroque abbey in Melk
Pedal to the red-roofed town of Ceske Budejovice and enjoy a pint of Budvar beer at the original Budweiser brewery
Opt for a gentle canoe trip down the Vltava River
Take a spin through the foothills of the Bohemian Forest en route to Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Wrap up your journey with a delectable farewell dinner in Prague, widely considered one of the most beautiful cities in all of Europe

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations
WHERE: Austria, Czech Republic, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: June, July, August, September
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: Austria/Czech Republic Biking Vacations

Croatia | Dalmatian Coast

Once overlooked, Croatia has quickly reclaimed its reputation as one of Europe’s must-see destinations. Renowned for its crystal-clear coves, wooded islands, vineyard-clad hills and picturesque harbor towns, the Dalmatian Coast is an adventurer’s paradise.

Explore the sun-drenched village of Split, a treasure trove of palaces, churches and arched bridges
Marvel at Hvar Town’s magnificent Venetian Renaissance architecture
Sea kayak peaceful waters around the Pakleni Otoci islands
Cruise by private boat to Korčula and bike the island’s vineyard and olive grove-clad hills, admiring spectacular views of the Adriatic
Hike the lush island of Mljet (where legend has it Odysseus once roamed the rugged coastline) and take a dip in a beautiful salt-water lake
Dig your toes into the sand in Lumbarda
Cruise by private speed boat to the mainland for a guided tour of the ancient port city of Dubrovnik
Try your hand at a sweet and savory burek pastry (the breakfast of choice for farmers and fishermen) during a cooking class in the home of a local chef

ACTIVITY: Biking & Cycling Vacations, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Croatia, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: April, May, June, September, October
FROM: $4,998
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Croatia Bike Tours

England - Suffolk Coast & Cambridge

Landscapes that leap from the palettes of John Constable and Thomas Gainsborough, idyllic English villages, and medieval churches will fully repay the explorer walking by lazy streams, over gentle undulations, salt marshes, and shingle shores beneath Suffolk's open skies.

We visit Aldeburgh, home for many years of composer Benjamin Britten and of the eponymous international music festival. We walk in a national nature reserve and step back in time in villages of half-timbered homes and moated manor houses.

A river trip takes us from Orford with its 12th century castle built by King Henry II, while one of the highlights is the farewell dinner in one of the noted College Dining Halls of Cambridge University.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: England, EUROPE
AVAILABILITY: July
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: Luxury Walking Vacations in Suffolk & Cambridge