Photography Tours & Trips 2020
13 trips to Photography tours from 291 tour companies. 3,855 reviews. 4.9/5 avg rating.
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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
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.
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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.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Hong Kong:Gateway to China
4 days
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Relaxed
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Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
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Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Explore Hong Kong, the ‘City of lights’
- Visit the Stanley Market and Victoria Peak
- Visit the Ruins of St. Paul and Mount Fortress
- Full day tour of Macau
Hong Kong, Victoria Peak, China
Galápagos Photo Expedition
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
10 days
$ 629 / day
$ 6,290
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Relaxed
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Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
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The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Luxury (5*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Hone your skills while capturing images of wildlife in a variety of landscapes, from black lava fields to white-sand beaches, and from rocky cliffs to lush highland forests.
- Photograph colonies of iguanas, frigate, sea lions, and birds unfazed by your presence.
- See rare giant tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station.
- Explore the waters of the Galápagos by kayak, glass-bottom boat, snorkel, or Zodiac.
Galapagos, Guayaquil, Santa Cruz Island, Ecuador
Epic Galápagos Photography Expedition
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
17 days
$ 740 / day
$ 12,580
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Relaxed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Luxury (5*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Explore the Galápagos archipelago and undersea in great depth with hikes and Zodiac cruises
- Tour paced for photo ops and timed to take advantage of the best light.
- Shoot with and learn from top National Geographic photographers and the Lindblad-National Geographic Director of Expedition Photography
- Go on daily photo assignments to help build your personal portfolio with wildlife legendary for uniqueness and lack of fear of humans - allowing for up-close and magical photo opportunities with blue-footed boobies, sea lions, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and more.
- Enjoy a mid-voyage photo seminar with our expert photographers and a special photography tour of the Charles Darwin Research Station.
Galapagos, Guayaquil, Isabela Island, San Cristobal, Santiago, Ecuador
Bhutan Photo Expedition
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
12 days
$ 558 / day
$ 6,695
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Mixed
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Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Capture images of daily life in Bhutan on hikes to local villages and excursions to lively markets.
- Hike to Bhutan's most famous pilgrimage site, Taktsang Lhakhang (Tiger's Nest Temple).
- Photograph the exquisite carvings and sculptures of the newly renovated Gangtey Gonpa temple.
- Mingle with community leaders and government dignitaries at a banquet dinner and gain insight into modern Bhutan
Taktsang Monastery, Thimpu, Bhutan, Thailand
India by Rail Photo Expedition
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
13 days
$ 892 / day
$ 11,595
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Luxury (5*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Capture sunrise and sunset over the Taj Mahal, and go on photo shoots at five other UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Photograph the fairy-tale marble palaces of Udaipur's Lake Pichola by boat, and take a sunset camel safari among the sweeping dunes of the Thar Desert.
- Search for tigers in Ranthambhore National Park, and for rare birds and other wildlife in Keoladeo National Park.
- Document the dazzling energy of the Jaisalmer Desert Festival, a celebration of color, music, and Rajasthani folk culture
Agra, Amber Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Jama Masjid, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Taj Mahal, Udaipur, India
Bhutan Photo Adventure
Premier
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14 days
$ 500 / day
$ 6,995
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Document some of Bhutan's most beautiful and sacred places, from the icy crest of Jhomolhari to the Buddhist sites of Bumthang.
- Take portraits of yak herders and farming families on hikes through Bhutan's stunning valleys.
- Focus on the exquisite details of Buddhist architecture, from medieval dzongs to the intricately painted monasteries that dot the landscape.
- Capture the color and pageantry of local culture on photo shoots with traditional dancers, archery experts, and monks.
Bumthang Valley, Taktsang Monastery, Thimpu, Bhutan, Thailand
Cuba and Its People: A Photographic Exploration
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
8 days
$ 787 / day
$ 6,295
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Visit a historical home with its owner and focus on its stunning architectural details.
- Attend a practice session of a ballet company and photograph graceful dancers.
- Step into Cuba’s oldest boxing club to meet and photograph with coaches and boxers.
- Tour a leading photography guild with the director and see the work of renowned Cuban photographers.
Havana, Cuba
Advanced Photo Workshop: San Francisco
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Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
4 days
$ 399 / day
$ 1,595
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Learning photo techniques and enjoying a talk by our National Geographic expert.
- Lectures and demonstrations designed to enhance your ability to tell powerful stories through a variety of advanced photography techniques
- Discover the eclectic neighbourhoods of San Francisco in and around Union Square
San Francisco, United States
Mongolia Photo Expedition
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
13 days
$ 461 / day
$ 5,995
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Snap portraits of Mongolian throat singers, camel herders, and traditional nomad families, and learn about their age-old culture.
- Stay in an award-winning ger camp in the Gobi desert, and set off on photo hikes amid nearby gorges and dunes.
- Fill your lens with the vibrant pageantry of Naadam, Mongolia’s most celebrated festival, documenting wrestling, archery, and horse racing competitions.
- Meet with monks on a visit to Gandan Monastery in Ulaanbaatar, and go on a photo shoot in the eccentric Winter Palace of Bogd Khan.
Gobi Desert, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Alaska's Inside Passage Photo Expedition
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
8 days
$ 394 / day
$ 3,150
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Sail aboard the comfortable 62-passenger expedition ships National Geographic Sea Bird or National Geographic Sea Lion-equipped with motorized landing crafts and sea kayaks.
- The expedition will feature sessions for both photographers and videographers.
- Hike through lush forest trails to cascading waterfalls, and take a motorized landing craft into sheltered coves where brown bears feed.
- Watch for calving ice in the iceberg-laden waters of Glacier Bay National Park.
Alaska, Glacier National Park, Juneau, Sitka, United States
Heart of India
17 days
$ 229 / day
$ 3,895
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Visit Raj Ghat, a beautifully serene monument.
- Visiting the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India
- Enjoy short ride by rickshaw through the crowded lanes of the Chandni Chowk bazaar.
- Visiting Qutab Minar, a spectacular example of Indo-Islamic architecture topped by a 234-foot-high tower.
- Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Jaipur and its surroundings
- See the Jantar Mantar, a remarkable astronomical and astrological observatory built in the 18th century
- See the Royal Bengal tiger
- Visit the sprawling Agra Fort on the bank of the Yamuna River.
- Visit the east and west temple complexes that the Chandelas constructed.
Agra, Agra Fort, Amber Fort, Delhi, Jaipur, Jama Masjid, Khajuraho, Qutab Minar, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Red Fort, Taj Mahal, India
Tanzania Photo Safari
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
11 days
$ 800 / day
$ 8,795
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Full on
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Luxury (5*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Learn how best to work with movement and light as you frame dazzling herds of zebra, lolling lions, and a colorful spectrum of birds.
- Spend time with the Maasai in their village and enjoy a rare chance to shoot portraits and photograph the traditional way of life of these iconic pastoralists.
- Head out on safaris, walks, and other activities designed to maximize photographic opportunities.
- Go on a photo shoot at a coffee plantation, and fill your lens with scenes of lush fields, bright coffee beans, and local culture.
Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Ethiopia Photo Expedition
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
14 days
$ 571 / day
$ 7,995
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Document the unique traditions of the peoples of the Omo Valley, described by National Geographic magazine as “Africa’s Last Frontier,” during dances and gatherings specially arranged for our group.
- Frame a wide array of subjects, from bustling village markets and everyday life among thatched huts to the birdlife of Lake Chamo and the pilgrims of Lalibela.
- Visit Omo Child, an organization co-founded by National Geographic Explorer Lale Labuko, dedicated to rescuing mingi children in the Omo Valley.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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