28 Trips found for "valley of the flowers"

• Visit an opulent royal palace
• cycle through Madrid's historic Casa de Campo
• and immerse in art at the Prado. Ride a 4x4 to an archaeological site; breathe romance and heroic legends in Salamanca and Guimaraes; navigate mazes of colorful streets on a bicycle in Porto; kayak on the Douro River; learn the origins of azujelos and Fado music; wind along scenic bicycle trails in Vinho Verde country; and sail to postcard villages
• castles
• winetowns
• and vineyards in the Douro Valley
• a winemaking region unlike any other in the world.  This ten-day tour of Portugal and Spain includes Madrid
• Salamanca
• Porto
• and a riverboat cruise deep into the Douro River Valley for an authentic taste of life in a seldom-visited region steeped in a wine-making culture thousands of years old. Along the way
• sightseeing choices offer an array of excursions and possibilities. Begin in Madrid
• where you can get a taste of Spain at an historic food market
• take a bicycle tour of the city's largest park
• and peruse art masterpieces at the Prado. Explore the medieval university-town of Salamanca
• where the gorgeous architecture seems to glow. Board a luxury riverboat and wind along Portugal's Douro River Valley
• the world's oldest demarcated wine region
• where you'll find miles of mountains and hills carved into vineyard terraces. Explore prehistoric rock-art on a 4x4 safari in Foz Coa. Visit medieval towns
• castle ruins
• and palaces
• and immerse yourself in local history and culture
• kayaking on the Douro River
• and bicycling through Vinho Verde country. Ride a cable car and a three-wheel taxi on a sightseeing tour of Porto
• an enticing labyrinth of winding streets and stairways
•  baroque churches and palaces
• street art
• and colorful bohemian enclaves
• and cycle from the waterfront Ribeira district
• one of the city's oldest
• liveliest
• and most picturesque neighborhoods.
  
  

• Visit an opulent royal palace
• cycle through Madrid's historic Casa de Campo
• and immerse in art at the Prado. Ride a 4x4 to an archaeological site; breathe romance and heroic legends in Salamanca and Guimaraes; navigate mazes of colorful streets on a bicycle in Porto; kayak on the Douro River; learn the origins of azujelos and Fado music; wind along scenic bicycle trails in Vinho Verde country; and sail to postcard villages
• castles
• winetowns
• and vineyards in the Douro Valley
• a winemaking region unlike any other in the world.  This ten-day tour of Portugal and Spain includes Madrid
• Salamanca
• Porto
• and a riverboat cruise deep into the Douro River Valley for an authentic taste of life in a seldom-visited region steeped in a wine-making culture thousands of years old. Along the way
• sightseeing choices offer an array of excursions and possibilities. Begin in Madrid
• where you can get a taste of Spain at an historic food market
• take a bicycle tour of the city's largest park
• and peruse art masterpieces at the Prado. Explore the medieval university-town of Salamanca
• where the gorgeous architecture seems to glow. Board a luxury riverboat and wind along Portugal's Douro River Valley
• the world's oldest demarcated wine region
• where you'll find miles of mountains and hills carved into vineyard terraces. Explore prehistoric rock-art on a 4x4 safari in Foz Coa. Visit medieval towns
• castle ruins
• and palaces
• and immerse yourself in local history and culture
• kayaking on the Douro River
• and bicycling through Vinho Verde country. Ride a cable car and a three-wheel taxi on a sightseeing tour of Porto
• an enticing labyrinth of winding streets and stairways
•  baroque churches and palaces
• street art
• and colorful bohemian enclaves
• and cycle from the waterfront Ribeira district
• one of the city's oldest
• liveliest
• and most picturesque neighborhoods.
  
  

• Explore ancient icons like the Pyramids, Sphinx and Valley of the Kings with you family, getting the behind the scenes info from expert local guides.
• This tour offers so many chances to interact with the locals and experience a slice of contemporary Egyptian life, including dinner with a Nubian family in an Aswan village.
• Camp in the middle of the desert in Wadi Rum under a blanket of stars – an unforgettable experience that your children won't forget!
• See the light of the sunrise on the dunes of the Sahara during a breakfast cruise down the Nile on a traditional felucca.
• Play gladiator in the ancient Roman city of Jerash, and re-enact more ancient epics in the crusader Kerak Castle
• Take a dip like no other in the Dead Sea. The strange feeling of floating effortlessly in the salt-filled water (don’t be tempted to taste it!) of this unique ecosystem is something that will stay with you and your family for a long time

• The spectacular and surreal landscape of Cappadocia cannot be exaggerated, and young and old alike will be enchanted by the rock formations, coloured valleys and houses carved into cliffs
• Get your hands dirty in a cooking class with a local family in Goreme
• See the impossibly blue natural hot springs of Pamukkale, formed in terrace shaped by high calcium bicarbonate and used as a spa since the 200 BC
• The kids will be facinated learning how to marble using traditional materials such as earth dyes, horse hair and rose branch brushes in Istanbul
• Create family memories watching the sunset over the ocean from the ancient amphitheatre in Kas
• Cruise between islands and islets and marvel at submerged ruins on a relaxing boat trip around Kekova
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, CYDD (Çağdaş Yaşamı Destekleme Derneği). Donations help them provide scholarships and educational programs for economically disadvantaged youth in Turkey.

• From bullet trains to rickshaws
• ninja arts to sushi making
• age-old temples to modern-day marvels
• Japan welcomes with traditions and technologies fun for families to experience together. Discover them on a three-night stay in Tokyo
• learning about Japanese warriors
• digital art
• cultural trends and more as you experience a taste of life in one of the world's most exciting cities. Speed out into the countryside aboard a bullet train
• then slow down and soak in the sights of Lake Ashi on a pirate cruise with view of Mt. Fuji.  History takes center stage during a two-night stay in Hiroshima
• peaceful today
• and Kyoto enchants with cultural sights
• a geisha performance and a nightingale castle that you'll not soon forget.

• Everyone’s seen a photo of the Taj Mahal, but nothing compares to seeing it in person in the glowing morning light – you and your family will understand what beauty really is with a viewing of one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
• Feel the excitement build as you visit Ranthambhore National Park to hopefully catch a glimpse of a Bengal tiger stalking through the jungle – this place looks like the Jungle Book in real life!
• Take part in a fun Bollywood dancing class in Jaipur and learn some moves made famous by India’s huge Bollywood film industry.
• Enjoy an organic farm-to-table dinner in Jodhpur, right in the heart of the farmlands. Here, they grow the local produce completely chemical-free, and the kids might be able to pick some of the produce themselves.
• Visit the National Camel Research Centre in the desert in Bikaner and learn about the importance of this integral animal in the desert ecosystem. Then, maybe try camel milk ice cream!
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Positive Change for Marine Life. Donations help them to nurture ocean health with community-led conservation initiatives that inspire coastal restoration, sustainable fishing practices and waste-management.

• India is bursting with colour, alive with people, dripping with the powerful smells of spice and incense. Immerse yourself with the sights and smells as you walk through the markets and bazaars.
• Nothing compares to seeing the Taj Mahal it in person in the glowing morning light. It will definitely make sense why this 17th century masterpiece has attracted worldwide acclaim.
• Explore through the depths of the Ranthambhore National Park – it’s like the Jungle Book has been brought to life! Keep your eyes peeled for gazelle, antelopes and the stealthy Bengal tiger.
• Discover the traditional and vibrant city of Jaipur, full of colourful ornate buildings, and understand why its known as the Pink City.
• Experience a special stay in a 17th-century palace in Alsisar – with its grand courtyards and colourful arcades, you (and your kids!) will feel like royalty.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Positive Change for Marine Life. Donations help them to nurture ocean health with community-led conservation initiatives that inspire coastal restoration, sustainable fishing practices and waste-management.

• A cyclo tour of Hanoi is an excellent introduction to bustling inner-city Vietnam, and the novelty of travelling on these three-wheeled wonders is a thrill for all ages.
• There’s a perfect balance of included activities and free time, which is ideal in atmospheric destinations like Hoi An. Tailored threads, cooking class or beach day? Your choice.
• Halong Bay is more than an amazing and unique natural wonder – it's a proper escape from the world around you. Sleep under the stars on a comfortable cruise boat and enjoy a sumptuous lunch and dinner on board.
• By dining at KOTO in Hanoi, you and your family will not only feast on delicious northern specialties, you'll be supporting a cause that helps support disadvantaged youth with careers in hospitality.
• Gain a real insight into village living with a special homestay in the Mekong Delta. You’ll access the homestay by water, and will be learning about daily life and laughing with the locals in no time.

• A cyclo tour of Hanoi is an excellent introduction to bustling inner-city Vietnam, and the novelty of travelling on these three-wheeled wonders is a thrill for all ages
• There's a great mix of included activities and free time, which is perfect in atmospheric destinations like Hoi An, with the beach just a short bike ride away
• Halong Bay is not only an amazing and unique natural wonder – it's a proper escape from the world around you. Sleep under the stars on a comfortable cruise boat and enjoy a sumptuous lunch and dinner on board
• By dining at KOTO in Hanoi, you and your family will not only feast on dellicious northern specialties, you'll be supporting an excellent cause that helps connect street kids with careers in hospitality
• One of the many advantages of group travel is the social aspect, and kids often have playmates, giving you a little more time to relax

• The whole family will be impressed by the ancient rock fortress Sigiriya, from the massive stone lion paws at the entrance to the 200-metre climb to the top.
• Spotting elephants in their natural habitat during a jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park is something your kids – and you – will never forget.
• Share dinner with a Sri Lankan family before sealing the friendship with an informal lesson in a traditional Kandyan dance.
• Explore the Dambulla cave temples, where prehistoric Sri Lankans lived thousands of years ago and ancient murals and statues depicting the Buddha are on display.
• Soak up some sun during a strategically scheduled beach break along the palm-fringed sands of Mirissa, where the kids can splash, and you can relax.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Coptic Cairo and the historic city
• Discover the Giza pyramid complex and Sphinx
• THE MUSTS:
  • The Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
  • The necropolis in Saqqara and the pyramid of Teti

• Meet some Maasai Mamas (the name for women artisans in Tanzania) and learn about their village life, including how to prepare a local Swahili dish.
• Encounter roaring lions and magnificent zebra in the famous Serengeti National Park as our small safari vehicles get you close to the action in this spectacular wildlife arena.
• Keep your eyes peeled for black and white rhinos on an adventure through Lake Nakuru National Park
• Make friends with warriors of the Maasai tribe around the camp fire; they'll be on guard for lions while you and your family camp overnight
• Venture into the incredible Masai Mara National Reserve for a full-day game drive

• Dodge the donkeys, discover the dye pits and embrace the smell of spices as you navigate the mystical alleyways of Fes under the guidance of your expert leader.
• Share a cup of sweet mint tea with Amazigh locals and enjoy a local lunch in a mudbrick kasbah as you explore the unchanged culture and stunning scenery of Todra Gorge.
• Ride a camel over windswept sand dunes at sunset and spend an evening camped under the Sahara’s starry night sky.
• Witness Morocco’s changing landscapes from the comfort of your private minivan – from fertile valleys and lush pine forests to ancient kasbah ruins and the rocky Atlas Mountains.
• Enjoy all the benefits of a knowledgeable guide, whilst enjoying plenty of free time as a family to relax, swim and explore at your own pace.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Education for All. Donations help them support girls in the High Atlas Mountains through secondary school, bringing a generation of women out of the cycle of illiteracy, poverty and early marriage.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• A combination of flavors, art and traditions
• The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Lorelei Rock
• From picturesque medieval towns to the imposing imperial and royal capitals
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Unique and romantic Budapest
  • Authentic Vienna
  • The charming medieval towns of Rothenburg, Nuremberg and Regensburg
  • Frankfurt, combining tradition and modernity
  • Heidelberg, charming Rüdesheim and Cologne
  • Volendam and Zaanse Schans
  • Amsterdam and its peculiar architecture

• Spend one day hiking a section of the Inca Trail and emerge triumphant atop Machu Picchu, a bucket list item for many.
• Descend from the Salt Flats of Maras on a mountain biking adventure like no other, riding around thrilling bends and past incredible scenery.
• Stay overnight on a floating island with a host family at Lake Titicaca for a truly unique local experience.
• With travel through remote areas, a homestay and engaging history lessons from a local leader along the way, this tour immerses your family in a new culture.
• This tour is designed for active families with teenagers – the kind of families that love adventure and doing thing differently, together.
• At Intrepid we’ve always been about balancing profit and purpose and as the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all – join us and help make the world a better place.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Awamaki. Donations help them empower indigenous women artisans in Peru with skills training and job opportunities that provide financial independence. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

• Japan is an exhilarating and unique destination that also happens to be incredibly safe, which makes it a great fit for families travelling with kids of any age.
• Let Tokyo dazzle the whole family. Feast on market-fresh sushi, try your hand at calligraphy and cook your own okonomiyaki on a cruise around Tokyo Bay.
• Ride the Hakone ropeway then relax in the soothing waters of an onsen. These hot-spring baths are the perfect antidote to a couple of days of walking around Tokyo.
• From the tiny stalls in the back streets of Tokyo to the Nishiki-Koji Market, your leader will help you and your family navigate Japan’s dizzying cuisine and find something for everyone.
• Learn about an important chapter of Japan’s history at the Hiroshima Peace Park, followed by a visit to the relaxing island of Miyajima where deer roam the streets.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• INCLUDED 2-DAY/1-NIGHT EXTENSION:
  • Lake Balaton and Varazdin
  • Visit to the Tihany Peninsula
  • One night's accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Balatonfüred
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Kopacki Rit Nature Park and Osijek
  • The medieval city of Ilok
  • The contrasting capitals of Belgrade and Zagreb

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Discover 6 countries and diverse cultures
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED: 
  • The valley along the Rusenski Lom River and the fascinating rock-hewn churches of Ivanovo
  • Ruse, one of the largest Bulgarian ports—a perfect blend of Bulgarian, Romanian, and Austrian cultures
  • Constanta, a multi-cultural seaside city

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• The Rhine, the Main and the Danube in one cruise: The combination of history, tradition and culture, a passionate encounter
• From picturesque medieval towns to the imposing imperial and royal capitals
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Unique and romantic Budapest
  • Authentic Vienna
  • The charming medieval towns of Rothenburg, Nuremberg and Regensburg
  • Frankfurt, combining tradition and modernity

• Where the wild things are...  your family discovers the spirit of adventure witnessing the 'Big Five' during morning
• afternoon and evening safari game drives... a two-million-year-old crater... Mt. Kilimanjaro.... elephant herds that dwarf their neighbors
• antelope
• zebra
• gazelle... buffalo
• wildebeest and long-necked giraffes..  and in the Serengeti
• golden-maned lions playing their part in the circle of life.  Wake up to views of Mt. Kilimanjaro from your African lodge... and discover who lives on the slopes of this mighty mountain. Experience the real life home of Maasai warriors and Africa's Big Five. Get a true taste of daily life in the African bush when you learn how to make beaded jewelry and throw a spear
• and go inside a village school. You may see lions resting under enormous baobab trees... wildebeest making their way past herds of elephants and gazelles... elephants
• up close. Travel aboard our open-top Africa safari vehicles where everyone has a great view of Tanzania's amazing wildlife during morning and afternoon game drives. Your Tauck Director provides a window into an unknown
• unseen world that introduces Tanzania's nocturnal society
• revealing what would normally be hidden in darkness... And from your tented camp in 'the place where life began'.... to your lodge next to Africa's 'Garden of Eden'... to your safari lodge in the Serengeti
• your family becomes part of the unbelievable wilderness pageant that comes alive right outside your door!