United States 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.
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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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Rivers & Seas Visitied
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Best of Alaska

- Experience the rugged scenery of Alaska by land from the most populous city of Anchorage, through quaint towns like Palmer, all the way to the untouched back country.
- Head 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.
- Witness the land mammals of Denali before getting up close to sea otters, puffins and humpback whales on a boat trip among glaciers in Valdez.
- Discover Seward, one of Alaska's oldest and most scenic communities, which offers a bustling harbour, quaint shops and galleries, and is a great base from which to explore Kenai Fjords National Park.
- Sit back and take in stunning views along the dramatic coastlines of the Turnagain Arm from Seward to Anchorage, while someone else does the driving.
Explore Spain & Portugal

- Get lost in the labyrinthine streets of the Albaicin in Granada before crossing the river to visit the imposing Moorish fortress of the Alhambra.
- Unwind in a laidback fishing town in the Algarve, soaking up the sun on the beach and enjoying an included boat trip around the rocky cliffs of the coast.
- Join pilgrims along the last leg of the famous Camino de Santiago journey as they reach the historic cathedral in Santiago de Compostela.
- Pulsing with quirky and vibrant art and architecture, walking the streets of Barcelona is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the unique culture of Catalonia.
- Sit back, relax and watch the water flow by in one of Porto’s river restaurants while you sample a couple of varieties of the city’s signature wine – port!
National Parks Plus
- 2 Dinner (D)
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- Zion National Park: Navigate the red-sand landscape and see the epic canyon, hanging waterfalls and emerald pools.
- Bryce Canyon: Everything’s bigger in America: even the national parks. Red ‘hoodoo’ rocks and pink cliffs are the ideal backdrop for that magical sunset.
- Page: Don’t miss this epic red canyon. It’s how we imagine Mars must look IRL. (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience)
- Grand Teton National Park: Escape from the daily grind in this tranquil spot. Complete with wild bison and a backdrop of snowy peaks.
- Yellowstone National Park: A photographer’s dream! See all of the natural wonders: Old Faithful geyser, Grand Prismatic Pool and Yellowstone Canyon.
Best of Spain

- Experience the fiery passion and rhythm of a traditional flamenco dance performance in Seville.
- It's a pretty special thing to chill out on a beach in Andalucian Spain, knowing North Africa is just across the water. Explore the scenic Costa de la Luz, and kick back with some tapas and sangria in Tarifa.
- The town of Ronda is split in two by a deep rocky chasm. Follow in the path of the Romans, as you cross from one side to the other along an ancient bridge.
- Discover Cordoba's great mosque, the Mezquita, one of the most accomplished examples of Moorish architecture in the world. The lavish gardens and opulent rooms of Granada's spectacular Alhambra Palace aren't bad either.
- Witness a spectacular Spanish sunset on a beach in Valencia, while feasting on a bowl of the world's best paella.
- The cosmopolitan city of Barcelona pulses with culture, art and an outstanding drinking and dining scene. Discover the eccentric modernist architecture of Antonio Gaudi, who made Barcelona his artistic playground. The unfinished masterpiece of La Sagrada Familia is particularly mind-blowing.
Parks & Canyons Spectacular with Denver
- Rapid city: Orientation tour
- Black hills: Visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Crazy Horse Memorial; scenic drive through Black Hills National Forest
- Deadwood: Sightseeing with a Local Guide
- Little bighorn battlefield: Sightseeing; visit the museum
- Cody: Visit Buffalo Bill Center of the West
- Yellowstone national park : Stay inside the park; sightseeing
- Grand teton national park: Sightseeing; enjoy a huckleberry shake
- Jackson: Chuckwagon cookout
- Salt lake city : Sightseeing
- Bryce canyon national park : Sightseeing
- Zion national park : Sightseeing
- Grand canyon national park : Sightseeing; overnight lodging in the park
- Las vegas: Sightseeing; farewell dinner
- Marvel at the West's premier natural wonders on this multi-state vacation
- Your National Parks tour starts in Rapid City, South Dakota, and ends in Las Vegas with overnights along the way in Sheridan, Cody, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson, Salt Lake City, Bryce Canyon National Park, Lake Powell, and Grand Canyon National Park
California's Coastal Vistas & Vineyards
- 2 Dinner with Wine (DW)
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Lunch (L)
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Venice Beach: Hop on a bicycle and take your own tour of Venice. Weave your way through the performers on the boardwalk. Maybe stop to watch some of the country’s best pickup basketball games on local outdoor courts.
- Venice Beach: Soak up the sights and sounds of Venice on a walking tour with a Local Expert. Stroll along the vibrant boardwalk. See Muscle Beach Gym, once the home turf of Arnold Schwarzenegger, who later went on to become California’s governor. Explore the city’s unique canal system.
- : Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
- : Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- : Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
- : We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- : From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- : Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- Santa Barbara: Enjoy the delicious regional specialty of tri-tip barbeque at the Cold Springs Tavern. The beef tri-tip is seasoned with black pepper, salt, and garlic. It is then grilled over coals of native coast live oak, often referred to as "red oak" wood. The results are succulent, flavorsome and comforting.
- Venice Beach: Hop on a bicycle and take your own tour of Venice. Weave your way through the performers on the boardwalk. Maybe stop to watch some of the country’s best pickup basketball games on local outdoor courts.
- Venice Beach: Soak up the sights and sounds of Venice on a walking tour with a Local Expert. Stroll along the vibrant boardwalk. See Muscle Beach Gym, once the home turf of Arnold Schwarzenegger, who later went on to become California’s governor. Explore the city’s unique canal system.
- Santa Barbara: Take a self-guided tour of the magnificent Old Mission Santa Barbara, founded in 1786. Known as the 'Queen of the Missions, it is one of the city’s most picturesque landmarks. Admire the grand double bell towers and lush gardens with the majestic San Ynez mountains as a backdrop.
- Santa Ynez: The Chumash Museum & Cultural Center is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the first people of the area. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn from local specialists about the tribal history and traditions of the Chumash. Support the indigenous community and gain a deeper cultural understanding.
- Channel Islands National Park: Take a trip to the Channel Islands National Park and Marine Sanctuary, comprised of five islands strung out in the marine-rich Santa Barbara Channel. Look out for wildlife and learn how the sanctuary provides protection through research, education, conservation and stewardship over 1,470 square miles of ocean.
- Ojai: Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and discover the traditional and modern uses of herbs on a guided walk with a specialist. Gain an understanding of sustainable plants and how communities used and still use these today, including for food, home remedies, botanical medicine and sustainable foraging.
- Santa Barbara: Snaking up the west coast of the USA, the Pacific Coast Highway is one of the most scenic drives in the world. Much of the route is still mostly wild, open and astoundingly beautiful country. We stop in Malibu along PCH for a picnic lunch.
- Santa Barbara: Get to know the iconic Southern California town of Santa Barbara. Its skyline, peppered with white stucco walls and red-tiled roofs creates a striking backdrop of style and charm. Stroll down the iconic State Street, learn about the history of Santa Barbara and about its unique architecture.
- Santa Ynez: Located in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country, the Santa Ynez Valley is home to some 120 wineries. The area is blanketed with fertile vineyards and farms all fruitful in part, due to the region’s temperate weather. Take a tour of an acclaimed winery and taste the exceptional flavors for yourself.
- : Explore the charming towns of Los Olivos and Los Alamos which both offer tasting rooms, art galleries, and upscale shops that really give you the chance to dive into the small-town vibe of the Santa Ynez Valley.
- Montecito: Wrap yourself in the charm and glamour of this small town, home to numerous celebrities and some of the area’s most stunning stretches of coastline. No other town does luxury or exudes an effortlessly chic vibe like Montecito, discover why on this walking tour.
- Ojai: Join an olive oil tasting at Ojai Olive Oil, a third-generation family owned and operated farm. A fine example of permaculture farming, the oil is produced using sustainable and self-maintained agricultural systems modeled from natural ecosystems.
- Los Angeles: Perched in the hills above West Los Angeles, the Getty Center, a world-class museum may look like an elevated modernist city. Admire masterpieces from Vincent van Gogh, Renoir, Monet and Rembrandt. Enjoy dramatic outdoor art with 28 modern and contemporary sculptures and browse one of the finest photography collections in the world.
- : Our Well-Being Directors take a proactive approach to your welfare ensuring all well-being regulations are met (available on tours with 21 or more guests).
- : Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
- : Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travel Directors, Well-Being Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
- : Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
- : We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.
Ultimate Alaska & the Yukon with Alaska Cruise

- Wasilla: Visit Iditarod Headquarters
- Talkeetna–Denali: Journey aboard the Alaska Railroad in Deluxe Dome Service
- Denali National Park: Welcome dinner with [LF] exclusive presentation by a local Naturalist; guided wilderness tour, [LF] lunch and tasting at the 49th State Brewery
- Fairbanks: City tour;cruise aboard the sternwheeler Discovery; visit the University of Alaska-Fairbanks Museum and the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline
- Dawson City: Visit Diamond Tooth Gertie’s, Claim #1, and the Robert Service Interpretive Center
- Whitehorse: Visit the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre and riverboat SS Klondike; [LF] presentation at Muktuk Adventures with a special Taste of the Yukon dinner
- Valdez: Visit the Valdez Museum; private cruise on Prince William Sound
California's Great National Parks
- 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Lunch (L)
- 1 Dinner (D)
- 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
- Fresno: Meet Bob McKellar for a tractor-pulled wagon tour of McKellar Farm. Learn about the land's history and the development of the citrus industry before sitting down to a farm-to-table lunch.
- Sequoia National Park: Immerse yourself in the pioneer history of the Old West, joining a living-history reenactor and Local Specialist for a barbecue lunch and stories of early life in the mountains.
- Yosemite National Park: Meet a climber and naturalist that will delve into the dynamic history of climbing in Yosemite. Enjoy storytelling, photographs, see the old and new climbing gear, as well as ask questions about how they help improve trails, restore habitat, protect wildlife, and inspire the next generation of nature-lovers, and more.
- : Visit Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Mammoth Lakes, Death Valley National Park, Giant Forest Museum, Rodeo Drive
- : See El Capitain, Half Dome, Bridalveil Falls
- : View Zabriskie Point and Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park, General Grant Tree in Kings Canyon National Park, General Sherman Tree in Sequoia National Park
- : Scenic Drive along Tioga Pass
- : Tickets Included Mammoth Mountain Scenic Gondola.
- Yosemite National Park: Stay at the Yosemite Valley Lodge located close to Yosemite Falls in the middle of the national park.
- Sequoia National Park: The Wuksachi Lodge in the heart of Sequoia National Park surrounded by forest and soaring Sierra peaks.
- : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- : All transport and transfers shown
- : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- : Optional Experiences and free time
Margaret River & Albany Adventure

- Taste the gastronomic wonder of southern WA with a day eating and drinking your way through the Margaret River. Experience the best wineries, cheese and chocolate factories the region has to offer.
- The coastline of southern WA is a sight to behold. Admire the vast Busselton Jetty, learn of maritime secrets at Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and discover Albany’s shores from multiple angles.
- Embark on an unforgettable First Nations experience on the lands of the local Noongar communities. You will be treated to a didgeridoo performance inside the sacred Ngilgi Cave.
- Enjoy lovely accommodations, including the memorable timber buildings at Donnelly River Village, surrounded by resident kangaroos, emus and possums. It’s not the usual nights’ stay!
- It’s no wonder that Western Australia is renowned for its verdant forests and sweeping vistas. Climb high above the treetops at the Valley of the Giants, so have your camera ready.
New Mexico Discovery

- Explore the charming streets of historic Santa Fe as you discover the city’s history and eat your way around town on a New Mexico food tour with an expert local guide.
- At UNESCO-listed Taos Pueblo, join a local guide to explore the village and learn about the customs and traditions of this Native American community that has been continuously inhabited for over 1000 years.
- On a private tour of the Georgia O'keeffe Museum see some of the artist's most famous works and get special insight from a gallery guide.
- Climb high above the canyon floor of Bandelier National Monument as you scale wooden ladders that lead to ancient cliff dwellings.
- In Chimayo, visit a world-renowned tapestry gallery for an intimate, expert demonstration of traditional weaving technique and artistry.
Northern California's Finest
- San francisco: Sightseeing
- Sonoma: Guided tour of wine caves & tasting
- Lake tahoe: Scenic cruise
- Yosemite national park: Yosemite Valley floor tour by tram
- Sequoia & kings canyon national park: Sightseeing, stargazing program
- Monterey: Sightseeing including scenic 17-Mile Drive; visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium; farewell dinner
- This magnificent Northern California tour blends the sights of sophisticated San Francisco with the inspired beauty found in California’s national parks and picturesque areas, including its scenic towns—Carmel and Monterey
- Spend two nights in San Francisco, where Globus has arranged a city tour of all the “must see” sites
Eastern US & Canada Discovery
- Boston : Sightseeing tour; harbor cruise
- Franconia notch state park : See the White Mountains
- QuÉbec city : Sightseeing with Local Guide; special dinner on Ile d’Orléans in a restored flour mill
- MontrÉal : Sightseeing with Local Guide; visit Notre Dame Basilica
- Ottawa : Sightseeing with Local Guide; visit the Parliament of Canada
- Toronto : Sightseeing
- Niagara falls : Sightseeing cruise
- Lancaster : Visit and dinner with an Amish family
- Washington dc : Sightseeing with Local Guide; farewell dinner
- Philadelphia : Visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall
- Savor the diversity and enchantment of the great cities of the Northeast and Canada on this enticing tour
- Your vacation begins in Boston and ends in New York City with overnights in Boston, Québec City, Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara Falls, Lancaster, and Washington DC
America's Musical Heritage
- Nashville: Visit and make a recording at RCA Studio B; sightseeing with a Local Guide including a visit to Honky Tonk Row; visit the Country Music Hall of Fame; reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry
- Memphis: Visit Sun Studios and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music; sightseeing tour with a Local Guide; visit Graceland
- Clarksdale: Visit the Delta Blues Museum; lunch at Morgan Freeman’s Ground Zero Blues Club with private entertainment
- Greenwood: Sightseeing with a Local Guide, including sites from the movie The Help
- Indianola: Visit the B.B. King Museum
- Natchez: Enjoy dinner at an antebellum mansion
- Frogmore: Visit the Delta Music Museum; visit a cotton plantation
- Lafayette: Special program at Martin Accordions; cruise on the Atchafalaya Basin
- Great river road: Guided visit of Houmas House Plantation
- New orleans: Sightseeing, farewell dinner
- On this Southern US tour, visit the cities and landmarks that have influenced America’s musical heritage—country, rock-n-roll, soul, blues, and jazz with Elvis Presley also thrown into the mix
- Start in Nashville and visit the Country Music Hall of Fame; RCA Studio B, one of the country’s most important recording studios; and the Grand Ole Opry, where you have reserved seats
Enchanted New Mexico
America's Historic East
- Washington dc : Sightseeing with a Local Guide
- Mount vernon : Visit George Washington’s home
- Yorktown: Visit Yorktown Historical Battlefield
- Williamsburg: Exclusive performance by professional historian; visit Colonial Williamsburg; Colonial-style dinner
- Jamestown: Visit Jamestown settlement
- Richmond: Visit St. John’s Church
- Monticello: Visit Thomas Jefferson’s beloved home
- Shenandoah national park : Sightseeing
- Harpers ferry : Visit Harpers Ferry National Historic Park
- Gettysburg: Visit Gettysburg National Military Park; Dobbin House Tavern experience; Ulysses S. Grant historical interpreter
- Valley forge : Visit Valley Forge National Historic Park
- Philadelphia : Visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall; farewell dinner
- On this East Coast tour, discover the historic national treasures prominent in America’s history
- Step back in time in Jamestown settlement, the first permanent English settlement in the new world, and Colonial Williamsburg, where costumed villagers re-enact life in 18th -century Virginia
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Top United States Attractions & Experiences
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Taking a history tour in Boston, along the Freedom Trail and visiting pre-revolutionary sights.
Exploring the busy, vibrant streets of New York City
Taking a small ship cruise in Alaska and admiring the beauty and abundant wildlife of America's "Last Frontier"
Seeing the lush greenery of the Hawaiian Islands
Walking the boardwalks in Yellowstone National Park to view the geysers and boiling, hissing mudpots.
Wine tasting in California and learning about how the wine industry began here
Driving the Avenue of the Giants in northern California, in awe of the ancient redwoods, the tallest trees on earth.
Attending a jazz or blues club in New Orleans or Memphis and discovering the roots of authentic American music.
Standing on the rim of the Grand Canyon and peering into the depths of one of nature’s great wonders.
Hiking to a waterfall in California’s Yosemite National Park, where it's easy to find stunning hikes no matter your physical level.
Rafting the Salmon River in Idaho for whitewater thrills.
Cruising down the Mississippi in an old-fashioned paddle wheeler
Sailing through the Columbia River Gorge
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