Luxury Travel Tours & Trips 2020
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Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Theme
Attractions & Cities Visited
Activities & Interests
Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
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Rivers & Seas Visitied
Stride Gives Back Stride Gives Back This trip visits a destination impacted by climate change. When you opt in to the Travelstride Gives Back program, we will donate 10% of our net revenue to organizations that help mitigate climate change in these destinations and across the globe. Learn more
Tanzania & Kenya Flying Safari
- Spot wild game & bird life on day and night safari drives in Tarangire National Park
- Mingle with members of centuries-old Masai villages and discover their unspoiled lifestyle
- Descend 2,000 feet into the Ngorongoro Crater, teeming with exotic wildlife
- Explore vast Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s first & largest park
- View crocodiles & hippos along the wooded shores of the Grumeti River
- Greet the day on a sunrise hot-air balloon ride over the Masai Mara, watching for Africa’s Big Five – buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard & rhinoceros
Egyptian Sojourn
- Visit the monuments at Abu Simbel
- Cruise the Nile in a Presidential Suite on the Sonesta St. George I, with an onboard Egyptologist
- See the ancient sites at Memphis and Giza with a private guide
- Enjoy a camel ride around the Pyramids of Giza
Waterways of France by Luxury Barge
- See the highlights of beguiling Paris– full of romantic architecture, art and history
- Relish a week on a luxury river barge, floating through historic & quaint French villages
- Bicycle along the canal waterfront
- Sample local wines, savory cheeses & delicious regional delicacies
- Visit Gothic churches & magnificent Renaissance châteaux
- Discover the history of the winemaking in Chablis
Exotic Easter Island: Chile
- Walk among the prehistoric monuments on Easter Island
- View the 15 massive and mysterious standing moais at Togariki Ahu
- Explore some of the 300 giant carvings at the Rano Raraku quarry
- Hike in Rano Kau Crater of the once-active volcano
Galápagos & Andes Safari: Ecuador
- Explore on day-boat trips with a naturalist guide
- Hike, swim and snorkel in Galápagos National Park
- Enjoy a horseback ride at the most exclusive stables in Ecuador
- See ancient pyramids constructed by the pre-Incan Caranqui culture
City of Light: Paris
- Private highlights tour of Paris - including the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower and more
- Explore the enchanting Montmartre District and the Ile de la Cite
- Full day at leisure to explore Paris
- Select from a choice of luxury accommodations
- Full Day excursion of your choice: Visit the Palace of Versailles, with VIP access to Marie Antoinette's and Louis XVI private chambers and a walking tour through the Royal Park. Lunch is at the Trianon Palace. OR: Tour the Champagne region historic Reims, including tours and tastings at Moet & Chandon and Dom Perignon. Lunch is at Les Crayres.
Darwin's Galápagos: Ecuador
- Tour Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover its preserved city center and Baroque-inspired monasteries
- Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard a luxurious ship and explore remote coastlines
- Snorkel and kayak with sea lions along the shores and be awed by their underwater acrobatics
- Immerse yourself in topaz-blue waters on a glass-bottom boat tour
- Visit the Giant Tortoise Breeding and Rearing program to learn about these gentle creatures
- Learn more about the evolution of species at the Charles Darwin Research Center
- Browse the local markets of Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city
Antarctic Explorer: Argentina & the Antarctic
- Set foot on the Seventh Continent with this perfect introductory voyage for first-time visitors to Antarctica
- Conquer the infamous Drake Passage
- Venture aboard our specially designed, ice-strengthened and all-suites ship, the Sea Spirit
- Learn about the environment and wildlife from onboard lecturers and specialists
- Witness the abundant wildlife: penguins, seals, whales and more!
- Explore the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula
- Adventure options include kayaking, camping and snowshoeing
- Daily Zodiac cruises and shore landings reveal Antarctica's beauty
France Family Vacation
- Explore Magnificent Mont Saint-Michel
- Visit Omaha Beach and Normandy American Cemetery
- Privately guided tour of the opulent Palace of Versailles
- Learn to prepare classic French dishes in a private cooking class
Classical Greece
- Tour the renown archeological sites of Mystras, Mycenae, Aesculapium, and incredible Delphi
- Explore Ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games
- Savor the Peloponnese wines of the Domaine Skouras vineyards
- Become captivated by Nafplio, whose history dates back to prehistoric times
- Discover a treasure trove of Byzantine churches, Frankish castles and stunning scenery in Mani
- Take a boat ride on the lake hidden between the Diros Caves near Areopoli
- Learn about Greek olives & olive oil, the beloved symbols of Greece
4 Day the Ghan Expedition
- Experience the legendary Ghan Rail journey.
- Visit the city Katherine and Adelaide
- Enjoy leisurely cruise on the idyllic Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge
Avenue of the Volcanoes: Ecuador
- Meet artist Oswaldo Viteri and enjoy a tour of his private collection
- Hike, horseback ride or fish on Hacienda Campu Cochas private reserve
- Explore the wildlife and waterfalls of a remote cloud forest
- Ride the spectacular Nariz del Diablo train through the steep canyons of the Avenue of the Volcanoes
- Tour the 18th century cathedrals and traditional Indian markets in Cuenca
Sole, Mare e Vino: Italy
- Explore the famous mountainside ghost town of Matera with a private guide
- Visit the legendary trull, white-stone capped houses found only in Puglia
- Indulge your taste for the finer things in Lecce, the “Florence of the South”
- Tour the legendary city of Pompeii, frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius
- Enjoy an exclusive tour of the fascinating Wine and Olive Museum in Torgiano
- Take in the grandeur of Rome on a horse-drawn carriage ride
- Savor delectable Italian cuisine and Italy’s finest regional wines at world class restaurants and vineyards
- Stay in a restored “masseria,” a fortified farmhouse
- Drive the Amalfi Coast and witness breathtaking views of villages clinging to the cliffs
China: Private Guided Adventure by Disney to Beij ...
- The History Of Beijing: Explore Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City on a privately guided tour. Walk along the Great Wall—one of the Seven New Wonders of the World—and see the beautiful forests below.
- Meet China's Pandas: Observe a variety of delightful pandas on a privately guided visit to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding—China's premier institution devoted to the preservation of these rare and beloved animals.
- Terracotta Warriors And Horses In Xi'an: Take an excursion to Xi'an for a privately guided visit to see the platoons of terracotta warriors and horses. Buried with China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang Di, these reddish clay sculptures are among the most significant archeological finds of the 20th century!
- Explore Hong Kong: Be awed by the panoramic vistas of Hong Kong from atop Victoria Peak, shop at the world-famous Stanley Market and enjoy this city's excellent culinary offerings.
- Cultural Entertainment: Enjoy traditional Chinese culture with a performance of the Sichuan Opera—featuring the magical art of face changing. Be amazed when you see actors changing more than 10 masks in under 20 seconds!
- Visit Hong Kong Disneyland Resort And Shanghai Disneyland Resort: Top off your visit to Hong Kong with the magical experience of Hong Kong Disneyland, which boasts 7 lands. And while you're on the mainland, thrill to Shanghai Disney Resort—the newest Disney Resort in existence—with a theme park featuring some attractions you can't find anywhere else!
Alaska
- Bike Ride In Anchorage: Bike along the Coastal Trail to spot moose and local wildlife. Visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center to learn about Native Alaskan customs, culture and traditions.
- Private Jet Boat Excursion In Talkeetna: Take an exhilarating jet boat ride along the glacier-fed Susitna River into the Alaskan wilderness. Afterward, enjoy dinner in Denali National Park.
- Happy Trails Kennels And The Iditarod: Cool your tracks at Happy Trails Kennels and go behind the scenes to learn the history of the Iditarod, the world's most famous sled race. Meet the racing dogs and the season's litter of eager puppies!
- Alaska Railroad And The Kenai Peninsula: Hop aboard the Alaska Railroad for a scenic ride along the Kenai Peninsula. Cruise through gorgeous Resurrection Bay and get an up-close view of otters, seals, porpoises and other sea life.
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