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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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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New England and the Hudson Valley
Spectacular Alaska! with Alaska Cruise
- Valdez: Special presentation by a local fishing expert; cruise Prince William Sound
- Delta junction : Visit the living history homestead
- Fairbanks: Pan for gold at Gold Dredge #8; cruise aboard the sternwheeler riverboat Discovery; enjoy an Alaska salmon bake
- Fairbanks–denali: Journey aboard the Alaska Railroad in Deluxe Dome Service
- Denali national park: Dinner and exclusive presentation at the Murie Science & Learning Center by a local Naturalist; guided wilderness expedition
- Big lake : Visit Happy Trails Kennels
- Anchorage: Sightseeing; farewell dinner with a presentation by an Alaskan bush pilot
- Kenai fjords national park: Cruise through Kenai Fjords National ParkCRUISE
- When you think of a spectacular Alaska vacation, what comes to mind? Witnessing glaciers calve into the sea? Riding the world-famous Alaska Railroad? Seeking out wildlife in Denali National Park? Or maybe it’s cruising through the sea to watch for seals, sea otters, birds, and even whales
- Whatever it is, this Alaska tour and cruise are sure to delight!Board the Alaska Railroad in Deluxe Dome Service to Denali National Park, where you’ll hear an exclusive presentation by a local Naturalist—a special experience offered by Globus! Seek out grizzly bear, caribou, moose, and more on a wilderness expedition
Wild Western USA

- Road trip along historic Route 66, also known as the 'Mother Road', stopping in quirky Seligman for a dose of old-fashioned Americana.
- Hike through beautiful Joshua Tree National Park among desert cactus gardens and unusual rock formations.
- The Grand Canyon National Park takes time to really discover – you'll spend two nights in the park, unlike on most trips, so there's a full day to explore properly and see the mighty canyon up close.
- Lose yourself among the bright desert lights of Las Vegas and the Strip, and remember, what happens in Vegas...
- Spending three nights in Yosemite National Park means two full days of exploration. With so many options on what to do, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
- Where better to end your adventure than in San Francisco, the eclectic, multicultural 'City by the Bay'. With the option to extend your visit a couple of days, you won’t be wanting to go home just yet.
- With a knowledgeable leader getting you from place to place, all you’ve got to worry about is snapping the best photo and getting the most out of your wild western road trip.
Cycle New Mexico: Santa Fe & Taos

- Starting and finishing in the creative hub of Santa Fe, your local cycling leader will introduce you to the town’s fascinating history as you cycle around its most spectacular sights.
- When you’re not cycling you’ll explore New Mexico on foot, hiking through the dramatic landscapes of Bandelier National Monument, which hide ancient petroglyphs, rock-carved dwellings and masonry walls.
- Challenge your legs and reward your eyes as you cycle the celebrated High Road to Taos, a scenic path that weaves through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains between Santa Fe and Taos.
- Ride through the iconic landscapes that inspired the works of Ansel Adams and Georgia O’Keeffe, including the San Francisco de Asis, one of the most photographed churches in the USA.
- Discover New Mexico’s eclectic art scene as you pedal to the small communities that drive the local culture, including Arroyo Seco, home to artists, sculptors, jewellers and eateries.
Columbia and Snake Rivers Journey

- Follow the path of Lewis and Clark’s expedition through what are today the states of Washington and Oregon.
- Cruise through the towering canyons of the Columbia River Gorge, and explore the coastline by kayak or motorized landing craft.
- Hike or bike along breathtaking vistas, and take an exhilarating jet boat ride up the Snake River to Hell’s Canyon.
- Enjoy locally sourced, sustainable cuisine and nightly beer and wine tastings on board. Also visit a winery for a tasting and tour.
- Learn about the history of the Nez Perce and other Native American tribes of the area.
- Learn from a National Geographic photographer aboard a specially-crafted fall foliage Photo Expedition on the Oct. 10 departure.
Southern Charms & Florida
Rhythms of the Road
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 Historic East with Extended Stay in Was ...
- Washington dc : Sightseeing with a Local Guide
- Mount vernon : Visit George Washington’s home FREDERICKSBURG
- 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 dinnerWASHINGTON DC
- 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
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.
Spirit of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise
- Vancouver : Sightseeing
- Rocky mountaineer : 2-day scenic train trip
- Banff national park : Sightseeing
- Columbia icefield: Ice Explorer ride on the Columbia Icefield
- Jasper national park : Sightseeing
- Whistler : Breakfast at Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
- Victoria : Sightseeing; whale-watching excursion; farewell dinner at world-famous Butchart GardensCRUISE
- Create a lifetime of incredible memories traveling through the unforgettable Canadian Rockies! Begin your Canadian Rockies tour with sightseeing in Vancouver and end with a 7-night Alaska cruise
- In between, witness breathtaking scenery and enjoy fun experiences
New England & the Hudson Valley with New York City
Las Vegas to San Fran: Parks, Canyons, Valleys

- Start your west coast adventure on the glitzy Strip of Las Vegas – hit the town for a dose of bright lights and the chance to win big!
- Explore the undulating sand dunes and striking landscapes of the Nevada desert before crossing into California and heading up into the Sierras.
- Hike through sequoia forests, granite cliff faces and cascading waterfalls in Yosemite National Park – one of the best places for hiking, walking and wildlife spotting.
- Enjoy a full day exploring California’s coastal parks, kick back on the gorgeous white sands of secrets coves and end with an evening of wine tastings at dinner at a local winery.
- End your trip in eccentric San Francisco, exploring the sights of the bay on a sunset catamaran cruise and sailing around the infamous Alcatraz Island and beneath the legendary Golden Gate Bridge.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, the Grand Canyon Conservancy. Donations help them protect Grand Canyon National Park and support trail restoration, conservation of native plants and wildlife, and educational programs.
Colorado and New Mexico Discovery

- Have your camera ready for some seriously scenic drives, including Colorado's spectacular Million Dollar Highway and a drive through Rocky Mountain National Park.
- 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.
- Discover jaw-dropping sights when you join a local ranger to explore Cliff Palace at Mesa Verde National Park, and climb high above the canyon floor of Bandelier National Monument to find ancient cliff dwellings.
- In Chimayo, visit a world-renowned tapestry gallery for an intimate, expert demonstration of traditional weaving technique and artistry.
Hawaii: The Big Island and Maui

- Immerse yourself in Hawaiian legend and lore while exploring blooming botanical gardens, sacred temples, and ancient sea caves.
- Drive along the cliffs of Maui’s legendary Hana Highway, named one of the world’s greatest road trips in National Geographic’s Drives of a Lifetime.
- Hike across a steamy crater floor in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and stroll the black volcanic sands of Punalu'u Beach.
- Observe humpback whales on a private cruise with naturalists.
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Top United States Attractions & Experiences
Top United States Experiences
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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