Discovery Tours by Gate 1

Highlights

• Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals. Visit the renowned Prado Museum - stand before masterpieces by Goya and El Greco Tour a traditional Spanish winery and cellar in the Rioja region and enjoy a wine tasting In the Basque city of Bilbao, visit the inspirational and glittering Guggenheim Museum Visit the stunning seaside resort of San Sebastian, called the "Pearl" of northern Spain Stay at a Chateau in the countryside near the UNESCO World Heritage village of St. Emilion Specially arranged wine tasting at a local vineyard of fabulous Bordeaux wines Travel to the exquisite pilgrimage site at Rocamadour, set precariously into limestone cliffs Visit the impressive fortified walled city of Carcassonne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site In the Catalonian city of Figueres, visit the Dali Theatre-Museum, designed by the artist Visit Gaudi's masterpiece, the unfinished fanciful La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

Highlights

• Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals Drive past the India Gate War Memorial in New Delhi See the sandstone Qutab Minar Victory Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Visit the astonishing Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of India's rich history Ascend to spectacular Amber Fort with its gorgeous Palace of Mirrors Attend an elegant gala dinner in Samode, filled with delectable local specialties and great entertainment Enjoy a visit to the Gandhi Smriti, the official residence and a museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi Stand at the Buddhist Stupa of Swayambhunath, the oldest shrine in the world Learn more about the rich culture and hospitality of the Nepalese people at a village themed lunch with traditional favorites from a local farm Spiritual journey to Pashupatinath, one of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world Special prayer ceremony and blessing from the Holy Lama in Boudhanath Elephant Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park takes you to view wildlife in their natural habitat Tour the Pokhara Valley with its natural wonders including cascading Devi's Fall Home hosted farewell dinner

Highlights

• Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals. In Bucharest, visit the Arch of Triumph, commemorating Romania's independence Tour the unique open-air Village Museum, the first of its kind, nestled on Lake Herastrau Special dinner with a guest lecturer who enlightens you on Romania's turbulent history Private wine tasting and lavish dinner at the sumptuous Stirbey Palace Ascend to Sofia's Tsarevets Hill, the inescapable symbol of the city and former seat of the Tsar At a beautiful 17th century Bulgarian church, a magical performance by an esteemed local choir Enjoy a Bulgarian Folklore Show, coupled with a traditional dinner and a choice of wine At the splendid Bachkovo Monastery, a home-cooked lunch and warm hospitality Ascend to the 10th century Rila Monastery, proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site Explore the historic streets of Skopje’s Old Town, stopping at the House of Mother Teresa Wine tasting and vineyard tour in Stobi, a Macedonian city at the crossroads of civilization Discover lively Tirana, the beating heart of Albania, with its vibrant café culture and funky art Visit Kruje, where the hero Skanderbeg defended Albania from the Ottomans