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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Insight Vacations
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Moderate
Moderate Physical Level All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: United States
From $ 4,450
$ 494 per day
Highlights
  • Anchorage: Get acquainted with Alaska's largest city on an immersive city tour. Discover how this urban landscape enriched with culture came to be as you explore the historic downtown.
  • Alaska Railroad: Enjoy a Relaxed Start this morning before boarding the world-famous Alaska Railroad train for a spectacular journey over swift-rushing streams, toward Denali National Park and Preserve. View the majestic surroundings from the comfort of your glass-domed railcar.
  • Denali National Park: Meet a local climber at a private reception and hear first-hand about their experience climbing the tallest land-based mountain in the world. A Denali climb begins deep in the heart of the Alaska Range and takes around 17-18 days round trip from the base – to hear the tales about such a trek from someone who has experienced it firsthand is truly captivating.
  • Whittier: Travel to Whittier to board the 26 Glacier Cruise for a 100-mile boat tour of Prince William Sound and into the College Fjord where you will come up close and personal to the glaciers. Visit with the Captain in the wheelhouse and enjoy an included lunch.
  • Matanuska Valley: This afternoon, depart Anchorage and travel through the fertile Matanuska Valley making a stop at a local farm to see how the long summer days and glacial silt create the perfect environment for growing GIANT award- winning vegetables and flowers. Even through the growing season is months shorter than the rest of the country, Alaska’s farmers grow some of the largest vegetables in the world. The photosynthetic boost also makes the produce sweeter – a fascinating and insightful experience that shows a different side of Alaska.
  • Denali National Park: Join a specialist for a Denali Natural History Tour and learn about the Alaskan natives who once lived in the park and the first ascent of Denali, North America’s highest peak.
  • Big Lake: Meet four-time Iditarod winner, Martin Buser and learn about the challenges of competing in the 1,049-mile (1,688 kilometer) while enjoying lunch at his home.
  • Anchorage: Enjoy an exclusive Agutak (Inuit ice cream) making demonstration during a visit to the renowned Alaska Native Heritage Center. Learn how this culinary treat establishes a link to the past, inspires a sense of pride and spurs a dialogue about an ancient people’s remarkable ability to survive.
  • Anchorage: Join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a dinner.
  • Denali National Park: For tonight's dinner with wine, the choice is yours between a charming local brewery or your lodge's rustic restaurant during your Dine-Around evening.
  • Girdwood: In the evening, join your Travel Director for a wonderful dinner, complete with wine and good cheer.
  • Optional - Talkeetna: Enjoy a jet Boat Tour up the Chulitna River and visit a Trappers Cabin.
  • Optional - Talkeetna: Enjoy a scenic Float Trip on the Talkeetna River for amazing views of Mountain Denali and possible wildlife sightings.
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: United States, Hawaii, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kona, Maui
$ 4,019
From $ 4,771
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$ 416 per day
Highlights
  • Honolulu: Traditional lei greeting; guided sightseeing; visit Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial & Museum
  • Kona: Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Jaggar Museum, Punalu’u Bake Shop, and Kona Coffee Living History Farm; luau and Polynesian show.
  • Maui: Visit `Iao Valley, Lahaina; farewell dinner.
  • Whether you’re looking to renew your spirit, explore historic sights, or experience breathtaking natural beauty, this Hawaii tour is sure to delight
  • Feel the sand in your feet, smell the fresh fragrance of the island flowers, smile as the tranquil ocean waves hit your calves, savor the sumptuous cuisine, taste the aromatic coffee, and just relax as Globus shows you the best of the Hawaiian Islands—Oahu, the Big Island, and Maui
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Basic (2*)
Basic (2*) Lodging Level You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
18 - 30's
Visits: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Honduras, Antigua, Caribbean, Central America, Granada, La Fortuna, Lake Atitlan, Lake Nicaragua, Monteverde, Ometepe, Panajachel, Salvador, San Cristobal, San Ignacio, San Juan, Santo Domingo, Tikal, Tulum, Caye Caulker, Chichen Itza, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, Copan
$ 4,515
From $ 6,167
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 98 per day
Highlights
  • There's nothing quite like eating with a local family to really experience a place. At San Juan La Laguna, you'll be experiencing traditional Guatemalan hospitality while improving your Spanish with the locals.
  • Head deep into the jungle and experience the lush wilderness and cultural significance of Palenque and Lacanja – a real Indiana Jones moment.
  • Visit the historic site of Chichen Itza to understand why these ancient Maya ruins are one of the new Seven Wonders of the World.
  • Island life doesn’t get much better than Ometepe in Nicaragua – volcanoes, wildlife-rich rainforest, stunning beaches, ancient rock carvings, and a massive lake are all on your plate.
  • Central America likes to keep you on your toes – hike, cycle or zip-line through the steamy cloud forests of Monteverde in Costa Rica and get up close with nature in one of the world’s most incredible landscapes.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: United States
$ 4,250
From $ 4,675
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 380 per day
Highlights
  • Kaanapali: O’o farm produces naturally grown leafy green vegetables, root vegetables, fruiting body plants, orchard fruits, savory herbs, and a wide array of edible flowers. We meet the farm team and enjoy a delicious lunch cooked over an open fire using the richest produce harvested right on the farm.
  • Wahiawa: Head towards Oahu's North Shore and explore the beautiful scenery and huge waves.
  • Pearl Harbour: Visit Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial as well as the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific for a moving and unforgettable experience.
  • Pearl Harbour: Enjoy a scenic drive through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, located in Punchbowl Crater.
  • Honolulu: View the historically significant Iolanai Palace, the only royal palace in the United States.
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Enjoy a visit to the UNESCO listed Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and learn about the geology of the Islands.
  • Keauhou: Take a stroll along the coast to Punalu’u Beach Park, which is famous for its black sand and green sea turtles.
  • Kona: This evening, lose yourself in the moment as your embrace the lively tradition of the Hawaiian Luau and enjoy a dinner featuring local flavours and tropical cocktails.
  • Keauhou: Enjoy learning about the giant manta rays that come to the Kona shores at the Manta Ray Learning Center with a Local Specialist.
  • Kona: Kona coffee is one of the most expensive coffees on the planet. Currently, there are only about 3,000 acres of Kona coffee plants to supply the entire world, making it a very in-demand commodity. Visit the Kona Joe Coffee Farm and learn about this exclusive beverage and the work it takes to produce, all while tasting the coffee and taking in some of the most scenic views in Hawaii.
  • Kaanapali: Enjoy a visit into old town Lahaina where you can dine at one of the many restaurants.
  • Kona: You will have the choice of visiting a deep Ocean Salt farm to learn about the importance of salt in Hawaiian culture and its production from the deep ocean or visiting the Kanaloa Octopus Farm where researchers are exploring new techniques for aquaculture and sustainable farming.
  • Explore a local coffee plantation on Big Island of Hawaii, a Sea Salt Farm, a local farm on Maui and the wonders of Manta Rays in Keauhou Beach with a Local Specialist
  • Visit Honolulu, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Punalu'u Beach - Hawaii's most famous black sand beach frequented by sea turtles basking in the sun, Kailua-Kona, Lahaina
  • See the powerful ocean waves of the North Shore of Oahu, National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
  • View Halona Blowhole, Iolani Palace
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Insight Vacations
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Moderate
Moderate Physical Level All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: Canada
From $ 4,479
$ 419 per day
Highlights
  • Niagara Falls: Get up close and personal with the mighty Falls! Experience the awesome power, thundering water and amazing mist from a state of the art eco-catamaran, making it a perfect and memorable way to experience this natural wonder. After the rush of excitement and rush of water, slow down and explore Niagara-on-the-Lake, a beautifully preserved 19th century village in the heart of Ontario wine country.  The flower-filled, tree-lined town features old world architecture, boutique shopping and plenty of character allowing for a truly charming time.
  • Montreal: Join a local Expert who will guide you around Old Montreal and Mont Royal. View the Notre-Dame Basilica, the colorful old port and Place Jacques-Cartier, both at the magnificent heart of the old city.
  • Montreal: Discover the history of the first neo-gothic church in Canada, an important witness of Montréal's foundations and breathtaking architecture, gold leaves, infinite blue, thousands of stars and exceptional stained glass windows.
  • Quebec City: Discover more of Quebec’s unique European charm with a Local Expert. Get an in-depth look at why Old Quebec is a UNESCO World Heritage site as you see the Latin Quarter, Plains of Abraham, City Hall, Palace Royale and views of the grand Chateau Frontenac.
  • Ottawa: Join a cooking demonstration led by a renowned Ottawa cooking school and local non-profit organization focused on sustainable food and farming practices. Learn new culinary skills and discover more about local cuisine using staples from the Canadian terroir.
  • Ottawa: Visit Mādahòkì Farm and experience a lively traditional Pow Wow dance. Join this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn about diversity of Indigenous cultures across Canada and how they revive the traditional arts by creating partnerships with elders and artisans.
  • Ottawa: Visit Mādahòkì Farm and learn about diversity of Indigenous cultures across Canada and how dance has helped revive the traditional arts. Your experience advances UN Global Goals 10 & 11: Reduce Inequalities & Sustainable Cities and Communities.
  • Toronto: At 18:00, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a dinner.
  • Ottawa: Join a hands on cooking demonstration at Just Food Community Farm, nestled within Ottawa’s lush 150-acre Greenbelt. Discover the meaning of forest to table as your chef prepares your meal using local foraged ingredients. After learning new skills to take home, savor a 3 course feast, perfectly paired with wine.
  • Montreal: Guests enjoy a traditional Sugar shack (Cabane sucre) buffet lunch in a country scenery full of charm and the French-Canadian hospitality.
  • Quebec City: Savor the evening in an intimate setting as you enjoy a dinner in historic Old Quebec.
  • Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Optional - Quebec City:
  • Optional - Quebec City: Get up close and personal discovering metal craftsmanship at the Copper Art Studio. Learn how – beginning with a Jewlery box decorated with tin and embossed copper panels -- the repoussé technique has been passed down in the Gilles family for over 90 years. After seeing a collection of fascinating copper art, experiment for yourself using thin sheets of copper and tools to create your own work or art.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Insight Vacations
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Moderate
Moderate Physical Level All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: United States
$ 4,977
From $ 5,365
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 436 per day
Highlights
  • Grand Canyon National Park: Join your Local Expert, Canyon Tim, for an informative talk about the wonders of the Grand Canyon. With over seven years of experience in geology, you'll learn about the origins of the five-million-year-old canyon, its rock formation and its current impact. You'll also discover the local flora and fauna, and find out where you might be able to spot elk, mule deer, coyotes, grey foxes, bobcats and mountain lions.
  • Cameron: Stop at the historic Trading Post, established in the early 1900s as a place where Native Americans traded wool and livestock.
  • Grand Canyon National Park: Arrive at one of the seven natural wonders of the world and the second most visited national park in the United States, the Grand Canyon. Encompassing 278 miles (447 km) of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands, Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world and offers unmatched vistas along its rim.
  • Monument Valley: Meet your Navajo Local Experts and board all-terrain vehicles with open sides for a private, off-the-beaten path exploration of this magical valley. Learn about Navajo history, culture and heritage from your expert as you travel deeper in the natural wonders of this unique landscape.
  • Monument Valley: View the iconic backdrop of Forrest Gump's last run.
  • Mesa Verde National Park: Make your way to Mesa Verde National Park, See the ancient pueblo cliff dwellings, known as the Cliff Palace. As the day draws to a close, your lodge awaits you inside the park. Be in awe of the sweeping vistas that surround and reach into three states.
  • Arches National Park: Enjoy views of the natural formations, including the iconic Delicate Arch.
  • Canyonlands National Park: Venture to Canyonlands National Park for a drive onto the Island in the Sky - a mesa resting 1,000 feet (305 meters) above the surrounding countryside, offering spectacular views over the dramatic sandstone formations.
  • Capitol Reef National Park: Join your Travel Director to see the natural sights along Capitol Reef's Waterpocket Fold, known as “a geological wrinkle on earth”. The geologic monocline extends almost 100 miles and is filled with cliffs, canyons, domes and bridges. Admire petroglyphs and the domed shaped sandstone walls along the canyon.
  • Kanab: Hop into all-terrain vehicles to explore The Toadstools with a Local Expert. Admire the scenery as you drive out on sandy trails. A short hike (1.5 miles with some uneven terrain) then takes you to the intriguing balanced rock formations, which look like capped mushrooms - a photographer’s paradise.
  • Bryce Canyon National Park: The Park is home to the most spectacular collection of hoodoos - tall skinny shafts of rock that protrude from the bottom of arid basins. While hoodoos are scattered throughout these areas, they are most abundant in the northern section of Bryce Canyon National Park.
  • Zion National Park: See the grandeur and natural features of the canyon in total comfort while traveling via private open-air tram with live on-board commentary.
  • Zion National Park: Connect to history as you wander paths and trails, following in the footsteps of Native Americans and the earliest pioneers. Lush vegetation, wild rivers, roaring waterfalls and towering cliffs characterize the natural beauty of this park.
  • Monument Valley: Dive into Mystery Valley with a local Navajo guide. Normally off-limits to the general public, discover Anasazi ruins and rock art, admire geological formations, and spot petroglyphs carved into the red rocks.
  • Monument Valley: Embark on an exclusive Insight Experience into Mystery Valley’s relatively unknown haven of Anasazi Ruins and rock art. Explore this intriguing stretch of desert full of graceful geological formations, petroglyphs, scattered artefacts like broken pottery shards and breath-taking views of the spectacular buttes of neighbouring Monument Valley Tribal Park. A true hidden gem, your visit  accompanied by a local Diné (Navajo) guide is a unique opportunity for a guided tour among ancient Indigenous ruins.
  • Grand Canyon: Trace the scenic South Rim of the Grand Canyon along Desert View Drive. See the historic Watchtower built by Mary Colter in the Puebloan style and track the Colorado River that leads you to the aptly named Painted Desert which extends towards Navajo and Hopi Indian lands. A MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience that supports the Grand Canyon Conservancy and the development of the Desert Viewpoint Intertribal Cultural Heritage Site, fulfilling the UN’s Global goals of reducing inequality and creating sustainable communities.
  • Monument Valley: Deepen your knowledge and connection with the first nations of this land as we travel to Monument Valley by way of off-road vehicles to the cookout site. Here you’ll enjoy an authentically delicious barbecue dinner with members of the Navajo Nation, where traditional Navajo tacos and fry-bread will be served while you are immersed in traditional dance and songs of this great ancient culture.
  • Welcome Dinner in Las Vegas • Navajo cookout Highlight Dinner in Monument Valley • Dine-Around evening Moab • Rim-side Dinner at Bryce Canyon National Park • Celebration Dinner at Grand Canyon National Park
  • Las Vegas: At 18:00, join your Travel Director and companions for a Welcome Dinner with wine at Mon Ami Gabi perched directly off Las Vegas Boulevard.
  • Grand Canyon National Park: Enjoy dinner at the Thunderbird Room with an incredible view overlooking the South Rim.
  • Moab: Enjoy a Dine-Around evening as you choose from a hand-picked selection of mouthwatering restaurants.
  • Bryce Canyon National Park: Get together with your new friends for a memorable dinner near the park's beautiful surroundings.
  • Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Optional - Grand Canyon National Park: Join your Local Expert, Canyon Tim, for an informative talk about the wonders of the Grand Canyon. With over seven years of experience in geology, you'll learn about the origins of the five-million-year-old canyon, its rock formation and its current impact. You'll also discover the local flora and fauna, and find out where you might be able to spot elk, mule deer, coyotes, grey foxes, bobcats and mountain lions.
  • Optional - Grand Canyon: Join your Travel Director for a relaxed hike along the rim of the Grand Canyon from Mather Point to Yavapai Point. 1.4 miles (2.25 kilometers) roundtrip, this scenic hike will provide spectacular views of the canyon's unique geology. Alternatively, join a local expert at your hotel to learn all about the local flora and fauna of the Grand Canyon.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise, Education / Learning
Visits: United States
$ 4,069
From $ 4,501
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$ 457 per day
4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Adventure
Visits: United States, Bryce Canyon, Lake Powell, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Sequoia National Park, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park
$ 4,225
From $ 5,704
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 423 per day
Highlights
  • Marvel at one of the nation’s greatest national parks, The Grand Canyon, and walk along the rim, hike into the canyon or just soak up the expansive views.
  • Kayak across the waters of Lake Powell, weaving your way past fascinating rock formations as your leader shares stories of the lake’s history.
  • Hike through the varied landscapes of Zion National Park, taking in views of massive canyon walls and red sandstone cliffs as you go.
  • Learn about the culture and history of Monument Valley during a Navajo guided tour, followed by a traditional homecooked, family-style Navajo lunch.
  • Experience world-famous Yosemite National Park, taking in the breathtaking scenery as well as the pristine night sky as you go on leader-led walks both day and night.   
  • Walk among the towering timber of Sequoia National Park and see General Sherman, the world’s largest tree by volume, along with the other soaring sequoias that make up the Giant Forest.   
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise, Education / Learning
Visits: United States
From $ 4,550
$ 305 per day
Highlights
  • Santa Fe: Visit Nambé Pueblo, a Native American community in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains famous for its public ceremonies and traditions, strong agriculture, traditional textiles and world-renowned pottery. Once the primary cultural and religious center for the northern New Mexican pueblo communities, Nambé Pueblo has existed at this site since the 14th century. Take in the sprawling land of nearly 20,000 acres of towering cottonwoods, junipers, scrub oak and an occasional outcropping of sandstone on your cultural visit including lunch with the community elders.
  • Visit Trujillo's weaving shop and admire the New Mexico weaving tradition that dates back to Spanish Colonial times. Learn about the Trujillo family, whose members have been weavers in the Chimayo tradition for eight generations.
  • Albuquerque: Over nine days in October, the much-anticipated sight of colourful balloons punctuate Albuquerque's skyline. During this season, the sky is bluer, the days are gentler and the mornings crisper, and on the desert’s warm breath sails the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
  • Albuquerque: Home to one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700 years ago. These images are a valuable record of cultural expression and hold profound spiritual significance for contemporary Native Americans and for the descendants of the early Spanish settlers.
  • Albuquerque: Visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque, gateway to the 19 Pueblos. Learn about the pueblo from ancient times to modern day through the museum and art galleries.
  • See the graceful red sandstone arch geological formation for which the capital is named Tségháhoodzání (Window Rock). The small Memorial Tribal Park is not only home to Window Rock, but also to the Veterans Memorial, built to honour the many Navajo people who served in the U.S. military.
  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument: See an ancient community built into a sandstone cliff as you peer over the edge of the White House Overlook to see the mastery of Ancient Puebloan construction. Watch nature defy gravity when you encounter Spider Rock and hear the legend of the mythical Spider Woman who is said to live in this towering stone spire.
  • Bluff: Visit Hovenweep National Monument, one of the most intriguing pre-historic settlements in the Southwest, known for its six major villages and more than 300 additional sites within the National Monument.
  • Mesa Verde National Park: Admire the ancient cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Puebloan people, carved out of the sandstone of the canyon walls, at the UNESCO-listed Mesa Verde National Park. Several hundred of these dwellings, in addition to thousands of known archaeological sites, are preserved in this protected area and you'll have an opportunity to see several during your visit to the park, as you ride along the Mesa Top Loop, and Cliff Palace Loop, where you can see the magnificent Cliff Palace.
  • Taos: Experience Taos Plaza, a Historical Landmark and artist colony in the heart of the Taos Historic District, home of 65 galleries, shops, restaurants, and 21 landmarks.
  • Taos: Explore Taos Pueblo with Local Specialists who call Taos Pueblo home. Gain insight into the history of the pueblo and what it is like to live there today.
  • Cross the Rio Grande Bridge, a steel deck arch bridge, roughly 600 ft above the Rio Grande and one of the highest bridges in the United States.
  • Taos: Journey through arid landscapes as you travel along High Road, a cultural and geographical feast for the eyes. Arrive in Santa Fe, the 'City Different' and one of UNESCO's Creative Cities Network, as City of Design and City of Crafts and Folk Art.
  • Chaco Canyon National Historic Park: Stop at the Chaco Culture National Historical Park Visitor Center, and enjoy a picnic lunch with a Local Specialist.
  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument: Meet a Navajo Local Specialist and take 6X6 vehicles to the bottom of Canyon De Chelly for the most incredible natural sites.
  • Monument Valley: Make Travel Matter on a journey through the desert to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where you will board all-terrain vehicles to explore the valley with your Navajo guide.
  • Visit the Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum, Southwest Colorado's leading archaeological museum, displaying exhibits on archaeology, local history and Native American cultures.
  • Santa Fe: Meet Emigdio Ballon the agricultural director at the Tesuque Pueblo Community Farm. Learn about this Indigenous community and their efforts to achieve food sovereighty by preserving heirloom seeds and by growing their own food.
  • Santa Fe: Visit the 50-acre property on a private tour with local specialist to see some of Allan Houser's most amazing works known for his magnificent sculptures and paintings depicting various Indigenous tribes.
  • Explore Pueblo Bonito "Great House" and the North Rim scenic drive with a Local Specialist
  • Visit Petroglyph National Monument, Chaco Canyon National Historical Park, Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site, Hovenweep National Monument, Canyon of the Ancients National Monument, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Monument Valley Tribal Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Durango, Taos Pueblo, Santa Fe, Tesuque Pueblo, Bandelier National Monument
  • View Square Tower Unit at Hovenweep, Chaco Canyon's White House, Bandelier National Monument
  • Scenic Drive along Colorado's Trail of the Ancients National Scenic Byway
  • Gallup: Your Stay with Story is the historic home to many starlets from the 'Western" genres of the 1930's - 40s.
  • Durango: Stay at The Strater Hotel, adorned with beautiful handcrafted woodwork, housing the largest collection of American Victorian walnut antiques. It's Durango's Historic Landmark Hotel, showcasing stories of the old west and mining times.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise, Education / Learning
Visits: United States
From $ 4,550
$ 305 per day
Highlights
  • Santa Fe: Visit Nambé Pueblo, a Native American community in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains famous for its public ceremonies and traditions, strong agriculture, traditional textiles and world-renowned pottery. Once the primary cultural and religious center for the northern New Mexican pueblo communities, Nambé Pueblo has existed at this site since the 14th century. Take in the sprawling land of nearly 20,000 acres of towering cottonwoods, junipers, scrub oak and an occasional outcropping of sandstone on your cultural visit including lunch with the community elders.
  • Visit Trujillo's weaving shop and admire the New Mexico weaving tradition that dates back to Spanish Colonial times. Learn about the Trujillo family, whose members have been weavers in the Chimayo tradition for eight generations.
  • Albuquerque: Over nine days in October, the much-anticipated sight of colourful balloons punctuate Albuquerque's skyline. During this season, the sky is bluer, the days are gentler and the mornings crisper, and on the desert’s warm breath sails the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
  • Albuquerque: Home to one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700 years ago. These images are a valuable record of cultural expression and hold profound spiritual significance for contemporary Native Americans and for the descendants of the early Spanish settlers.
  • Albuquerque: Visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque, gateway to the 19 Pueblos. Learn about the pueblo from ancient times to modern day through the museum and art galleries.
  • See the graceful red sandstone arch geological formation for which the capital is named Tségháhoodzání (Window Rock). The small Memorial Tribal Park is not only home to Window Rock, but also to the Veterans Memorial, built to honour the many Navajo people who served in the U.S. military.
  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument: See an ancient community built into a sandstone cliff as you peer over the edge of the White House Overlook to see the mastery of Ancient Puebloan construction. Watch nature defy gravity when you encounter Spider Rock and hear the legend of the mythical Spider Woman who is said to live in this towering stone spire.
  • Bluff: Visit Hovenweep National Monument, one of the most intriguing pre-historic settlements in the Southwest, known for its six major villages and more than 300 additional sites within the National Monument.
  • Mesa Verde National Park: Admire the ancient cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Puebloan people, carved out of the sandstone of the canyon walls, at the UNESCO-listed Mesa Verde National Park. Several hundred of these dwellings, in addition to thousands of known archaeological sites, are preserved in this protected area and you'll have an opportunity to see several during your visit to the park, as you ride along the Mesa Top Loop, and Cliff Palace Loop, where you can see the magnificent Cliff Palace.
  • Taos: Experience Taos Plaza, a Historical Landmark and artist colony in the heart of the Taos Historic District, home of 65 galleries, shops, restaurants, and 21 landmarks.
  • Taos: Explore Taos Pueblo with Local Specialists who call Taos Pueblo home. Gain insight into the history of the pueblo and what it is like to live there today.
  • Cross the Rio Grande Bridge, a steel deck arch bridge, roughly 600 ft above the Rio Grande and one of the highest bridges in the United States.
  • Taos: Journey through arid landscapes as you travel along High Road, a cultural and geographical feast for the eyes. Arrive in Santa Fe, the 'City Different' and one of UNESCO's Creative Cities Network, as City of Design and City of Crafts and Folk Art.
  • Chaco Canyon National Historic Park: Stop at the Chaco Culture National Historical Park Visitor Center, and enjoy a picnic lunch with a Local Specialist.
  • Canyon De Chelly National Monument: Meet a Navajo Local Specialist and take 6X6 vehicles to the bottom of Canyon De Chelly for the most incredible natural sites.
  • Monument Valley: Make Travel Matter on a journey through the desert to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where you will board all-terrain vehicles to explore the valley with your Navajo guide.
  • Visit the Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum, Southwest Colorado's leading archaeological museum, displaying exhibits on archaeology, local history and Native American cultures.
  • Santa Fe: Meet Emigdio Ballon the agricultural director at the Tesuque Pueblo Community Farm. Learn about this Indigenous community and their efforts to achieve food sovereighty by preserving heirloom seeds and by growing their own food.
  • Santa Fe: Visit the 50-acre property on a private tour with local specialist to see some of Allan Houser's most amazing works known for his magnificent sculptures and paintings depicting various Indigenous tribes.
  • Explore Pueblo Bonito "Great House" and the North Rim scenic drive with a Local Specialist
  • Visit Petroglyph National Monument, Chaco Canyon National Historical Park, Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site, Hovenweep National Monument, Canyon of the Ancients National Monument, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Monument Valley Tribal Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Durango, Taos Pueblo, Santa Fe, Tesuque Pueblo, Bandelier National Monument
  • View Square Tower Unit at Hovenweep, Chaco Canyon's White House, Bandelier National Monument
  • Scenic Drive along Colorado's Trail of the Ancients National Scenic Byway
  • Gallup: Your Stay with Story is the historic home to many starlets from the 'Western" genres of the 1930's - 40s.
  • Durango: Stay at The Strater Hotel, adorned with beautiful handcrafted woodwork, housing the largest collection of American Victorian walnut antiques. It's Durango's Historic Landmark Hotel, showcasing stories of the old west and mining times.
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Basic (2*)
Basic (2*) Lodging Level You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Local Immersion, Adventure
Visits: United States, Grand Canyon, New Orleans, Yosemite National Park, Monument Valley, San Antonio, Texas, Las Vegas, Santa Fe
$ 4,060
From $ 5,684
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 290 per day
Highlights
  • Spend two nights right in the heart of Grand Canyon National Park. With plenty of time to explore its steep red-rock escarpments and gorges, you can tick off one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World off your bucket list.
  • Discover the glitz and glam of Las Vegas – let your hair down and be wowed all things over-the-top in this neon-lit desert city.
  • Cover Yosemite National Park’s many trails with a full day and two starry nights in this iconic park. With your free time, you can hike and explore until your heart (and camera) is content.
  • Spend a night in the vast desert wilderness of Monument Valley and if you choose, you can even opt for an overnight jeep tour of the valley with a local Navajo guide.
  • Make memories on a classic group road trip – this adventure packs a lot of iconic USA sites into just two weeks, including a good mix of free time, optional extras, included activities and all the logistics taken care of for you.
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: United States, Arches National Park, Arizona, Bryce Canyon National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Lake Powell, Las Vegas, Moab, Monument Valley, Utah, Zion National Park
$ 4,459
From $ 5,079
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 414 per day
Highlights
  • Grand canyon national park : Sightseeing
  • Lake powell : Cruise
  • Monument valley : Overnight at historic Goulding’s Lodge; Navajo cookout; 4-wheel-drive tour
  • Moab: Wine tasting; Arches National Park; Canyonlands National Park; Dead Horse Point State Park
  • Bryce canyon national park : Sightseeing
  • Zion national park : Sightseeing
  • Las vegas : Farewell dinner
  • Discover the captivating Canyonlands on this unforgettable National Parks tour! First, experience Grand Canyon National Park with its spellbinding landscapes that will excite your senses
  • Your Grand Canyon hotel is located near the rim, giving you a wonderful opportunity to witness great views and have more time to explore this amazing place
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: United States, California, Los Angeles, Napa, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe
$ 4,609
From $ 5,239
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 355 per day
Highlights
  • San francisco: Sightseeing; Japanese Tea Garden
  • Napa valley: Tour and tasting at a winery
  • Yosemite national park: Yosemite Valley floor tram tour
  • Carmel: Visit the resort town
  • Monterey: 17-Mile Drive; behind-the-scenes tour at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
  • San simeon: Visit Hearst Castle
  • Solvang: Guided walking tour of the quaint Denmark-inspired village and enjoy a local specialty
  • Santa barbara: Visit the mission
  • Los angeles: Sightseeing; Getty Museum; farewell dinnerLOS ANGELES–SAN DIEGO
  • From San Francisco to Los Angeles, see the famous sights of California on this spectacular vacation
  • Enjoy the excitement and faster pace of San Francisco and Los Angeles, and take a deep breath and slowdown in the areas of Napa Valley and Yosemite National Park
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4.1 | Great | 100+ Reviews
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Great Value Vacations
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Moderate
Moderate Physical Level All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Visits: United States
From $ 4,397
$ 550 per day
4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: United States, Idaho, Jackson, Montana, Yellowstone National Park
$ 4,399
From $ 4,943
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 628 per day
Highlights
  • Jackson : Sleigh ride through the National Elk Refuge; Grand Teton National Park; farewell dinner
  • Yellowstone national park: Snowcoach sightseeing; Upper Geyser Basin walking tour; Lamar Valley sightseeing
  • The only thing more impressive than Yellowstone National Park in the summertime is Yellowstone in winter—a time when the place seems magical! On this Yellowstone National Park winter tour, see Old Faithful without the crowds, marvel at the snowy landscapes, admire the bison as they shake off the snow, and be amazed by steaming geysers
  • Winter offers some of the best wildlife viewing because of the color contrasts between the animals and the snow, so have your cameras ready for animals such as bison, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, deer, and coyote
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise, Education / Learning
Visits: United States
$ 4,174
From $ 4,621
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 417 per day
4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning
Visits: United States
$ 4,095
From $ 4,311
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 319 per day
4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise, Education / Learning
Visits: United States
$ 4,325
From $ 4,496
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 332 per day
4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise, Education / Learning
Visits: United States
$ 4,325
From $ 4,496
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 332 per day
4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Intrepid Travel
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Nature & Wildlife, Cultural, Adventure, National Parks
Visits: United States, Alaska, Denali, Denali National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward, Anchorage, Chugach Mountains, Valdez
$ 4,118
From $ 6,753
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 549 per day
Highlights
  • Head out on an Alaskan safari for a unique chance to see moose, caribou, grizzly bears, Dall sheep and wolves in their natural habitat in Denali National Park.
  • Take a boat cruise on Resurrection Bay to Kenai Fjords and look out for orca whales, porpoises and puffins before enjoying some free time to hike or relax.
  • Discover Seward, one of Alaska's oldest and most scenic communities, then take a short hike to the tongue of Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park.
  • Sit back and take in stunning views along the dramatic coastlines of the Turnagain Arm from Anchorage to Homer, then from Seward to Denali National Park, while someone else does the driving.
  • On the way to charming Talkeetna, take a breath in Girdwood, where you’ll hop on the Alyeska Aerial Tram to the top of Mt Alyeska and see some incredible views of seven glaciers and the valley below.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, the Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance. Donations help them create inclusive and equitable opportunities for Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) tourism businesses. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.
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