Private Guided Tours & Travel Packages 2024/2025
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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.
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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.
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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Pearl of Africa: Uganda
10 days
$ 900 / day
$ 8,995
Travel Style :
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Full on
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Watch chimpanzees families in Kibale’s mahogany forests
- View tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha wilderness
- Discover the Kikorongo & Batwa Pygmy cultures in western Uganda
- Relish up-close encounters with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Entebbe, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
Egyptian Sojourn
8 days
$ 487 / day
$ 3,895
Travel Style :
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Relaxed
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:
- 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
Cairo, Luxor Temple, Pyramid of Giza, Temple of Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Egypt
Waterways of France by Luxury Barge
9 days
$ 855 / day
$ 7,695
Travel Style :
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Relaxed
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:
- 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
Arc de Triomphe, Burgundy, Champs-Élysées, Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris, Rhone Rhine Canal, France
Galápagos & Andes Safari: Ecuador
8 days
$ 737 / day
$ 5,895
Travel Style :
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Full on
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
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 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
Galapagos, Quito, Ecuador
Australia
11 days
$ 737 / day
$ 8,109
Travel Style :
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Relaxed
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:
- Great Barrier Reef , view the dazzling array of sea life by snorkeling among the coral forests and shimmering fish of the world's largest tropical reef.
- Aboriginal Cultural Park, Participate in Aboriginal traditions as Tjapukai tribe members share their culture with song and dance
- Ayers Rock (Uluru), Head off to Australia's famed outback for a privately guided hike around the base of sacred Ayers Rock, also known by its Aboriginal name, Uluru.
- Explore Scenic Sydney, While in Sydney, pedal around scintillating Sydney Harbor on a privately guided bike tour, visit the stunning Sydney Opera House, and get a private surfing lesson at the famous Bondi Beach.
- Tasmania Discovery, Soar over eucalyptus trees on zip lines. Paddle a sea kayak on the brilliant waters of Coles Bay. And enjoy visiting the Tasmanian Devils and other intriguing animals at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.
Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Tasmania, Uluru (Ayers Rock), Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Australia
City of Light: Paris
5 days
$ 829 / day
$ 4,145
Travel Style :
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Relaxed
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:
- 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.
Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Palace of Versailles, Paris, Reims, France
Montana and Alberta, Canada
7 days
$ 517 / day
$ 3,619
Travel Style :
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Relaxed
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:
- Whitewater Rafting On The Flathead River: Experience the thrill of the rapids (Class II-IV) as you soak in the majestic beauty that surrounds you.
- Canoeing At Moraine Lake: Glide in a canoe over the glittering waters of Moraine Lake or choose from a variety of other exciting outdoor activities in the beautiful setting of Banff National Park!
- Columbia Icefield: Behold the greatest body of ice in North America! Board an ice explorer vehicle for a guided expedition over the vast, tranquil Columbia Icefield.
- Bike Along Bow River: Take a leisurely spin along the swirling waters of the Bow River. Then ride a gondola up Sulphur Mountain for a breathtaking view of the Canadian Rockies
Alberta, Banff National Park, Glacier National Park, Lake Louise, Montana, Canada
Classical Greece
10 days
$ 740 / day
$ 7,395
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
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:
- 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
Acropolis, Delphi, Mycenae, Temple of Zeus, Greece
Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos
12 days
$ 421 / day
$ 5,049
Travel Style :
Array
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:
- Cooking Class in Hoi An
- Study with a Tai-Chi Master and visit Hanoi
- Mount Phousi Hike and Organic Rice Farm in Laos
- Elephant Excursion at Angkor Wat
- Tuk-Tuk Temple Treasure Hunt
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Angkor Wat, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Luang Prabang, Mekong River , Saigon, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam
Avenue of the Volcanoes: Ecuador
7 days
$ 842 / day
$ 5,895
Travel Style :
Array
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:
- 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
Andes Mountains, Quito, Ecuador
China: Private Guided Adventure by Disney to Beij ...
12 days
$ 672 / day
$ 8,059
Travel Style :
Array
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:
- 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!
Beijing, Chengdu, Great Wall of China, Hong Kong, Lijiang, Shanghai, Terra Cotta Warriors, The Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Victoria Peak, Xian, China
Fireworks in the Fjords: Iceland
4 days
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Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
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:
- Experience the magic of the mysterious Northern Lights
- Visit the black sand beaches of the south coast
- Enjoy a 3-cource Lobster dinner at one of the Iceland’s most renowned seafood restaurants
- Tour the glacier lagoon in Jokulsarlon
Eiffel Tower, Reykjavík, Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland
Costa Rica Adventure
11 days
$ 445 / day
$ 4,895
Travel Style :
Array
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:
- Raft down the Pancuare River
- Tour Caño Palma Wildlife Reserve and Tortuguero National Park
- Spot local wildlife such as the ghost monkey and elusive jaguar
- Soak in the healing mineral waters of Tabacón Hot Springs
- Watch nature’s “fireworks” show at the Arenal Volcano
- Horseback ride through the rainforest or visit the Arenal Hanging Bridges
Arenal Volcano, Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica
Arizona and Utah
8 days
$ 421 / day
$ 3,369
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Grand Canyon Tour: Discover one of the seven wonders of the natural world as a naturalist guide takes you off the beaten path for a stunning Grand Canyon walk and drive along the South Rim.
- Monument Valley Off-Road Excursion: Climb aboard an off-road vehicle for your very own Navajo-guided excursion to the beautiful buttes and magical mesas of Monument Valley.
- Arches National Park: Step into a surreal landscape dotted with sky-scraping sandstone land arches and hike to its crown jewel, the Delicate Arch. Learn the living geological history of a million years and marvel at Mother Nature's wild side.
- Colorado River Rafting: Experience the thrills of rafting down the Colorado River—it's a family adventure not to be missed! Whether you're floating at a leisurely pace or braving whitewater rapids, the surrounding scenic wonders are unparalleled.
Arches National Park, Arizona, Grand Canyon, Moab, United States
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