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457 Self-Guided & Independent trips. Tours from 12 tour companies. 1,271 reviews. 4.6/5 avg rating.
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By Trafalgar
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Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
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Short on time, but want a jam-packed adventure filled with European Highlights? Cruise down the Rhine River, savor a banquet in a castle and catch your breath as you see the lights of Paris. You'll return home with more than Swiss chocolate in your luggage.
8 days$281 / day
By Insight Vacations
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Why we love them
They really care about everyone's individual needs on each tour and they have an incredible attention to detail.
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
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Experience the rugged and wild West during this 9-Day tour. Start in Salt Lake City, and then head to Jackson & the Grand Tetons. The adventure continues to Yellowstone National Park where you will walk beside the rainbow-hued hot springs and watch Old Faithful spew water more than 120 feet into the air. In Cody, see a firearms collection at the Buffalo Bill Center. Travel to Devils Tower, a butte of igneous rock jutting from the craggy Black Hills mountains. Here, you will learn about the Western legends Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Then head to Mount Rushmore National Memorial, where the visages of Presidents Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt are carved into the mountainside. And ascend 563 feet to the top of Crazy Horse Memorial, named for the Lakota warrior, and stand face-to-face with the world’s largest mountain carving.
9 days$464 / day
By Insight Vacations
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Why we love them
They really care about everyone's individual needs on each tour and they have an incredible attention to detail.
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Highlights
- Amsterdam: Cruise along the waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.
- Wurzburg: Stand on the statue-lined Alte Mainbrucke and see the Marienburg fortress.
- Wurzburg: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Würzburg Residence.
11 days$369 / day
By Insight Vacations
premier
Why we love them
They really care about everyone's individual needs on each tour and they have an incredible attention to detail.
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Highlights
- London: Relax on the smooth, high-speed Eurostar train as you journey from London to Europe via the revolutionary Channel Tunnel.
- Amsterdam: Cruise along the waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.
- Wurzburg: Stand on the statue-lined Alte Mainbrucke and see the Marienburg fortress.
20 days$426 / day
By Insight Vacations
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Why we love them
They really care about everyone's individual needs on each tour and they have an incredible attention to detail.
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Highlights
- Acadia National Park: Take in the natural beauty of Acadia National Park, with its dramatic rocky shoreline and rugged nautical charm. You'll witness amazing views of the park from the top of Cadillac Mountain, while guests wanting to explore on foot can join their Travel Director to view well known spots such as Thunder Hole.
- Kennebunkport: Follow the rocky Main shoreline to the picturesque town of Kennebunkport. Here you’ll dock square in the center of town and have a chance to check out its quaint boutiques and local craft shops, selling everything from art to hand crafted jewelry.
- Boston: Explore the great city of Boston, with your Travel Director and learn about its transformative past. You’ll follow part of the red-brick Freedom Trail that brings the story of the American Revolution to life. Journeying to other historically significant sights that include the Boston Common, the Old Corner Bookstore and the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown. View the colorful neighborhood of Back Bay and the lively North End, otherwise known as Boston’s Little Italy.
9 days$525 / day
By Trafalgar
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Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Highlights
Your exhilarating encounter with western Canada will have you enjoying breakfast in floral splendor, riding on glaciers and meeting a retired Mountie on your journey into the heart of the Rockies. Relax onboard the Rocky Mountaineer for two days of all-daylight rail travel through Canada's West and the Canadian Rockies.
10 days$398 / day
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Self-Guided & Independent Reviews & Ratings
Everything was so beautiful yet varied. It’s hard to single out a highlight : so many !!
Everything was so beautiful yet varied. It’s hard to single out a highlight : so many !! We are planning to do our next walking tour in Portugal with Intura Travel, ...
Thank you again for your good work making our trip so wonderful !
The roadbook notes were generally excellent! The Fort De Buoux was fascinating. Should not be missed but needs at least 1 hour for planning purposes. The recommende...
The trip was all really well prepared, very detailed and thorough.
The trip was all really well prepared, very detailed and thorough. Good of you to include history and other information as well as restaurant suggestions etc. The in...
We enjoyed the scenery, all hotels except in Avignon, the food, and the people we met
We enjoyed the scenery, all hotels except in Avignon, the food, and the people we met. Yes, I would travel again with your company and would recommend to friends. Th...
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- Research your destination thoroughly before your trip.
- Plan a rough itinerary to maximize your time.
- Pack light to ease mobility and navigation.
- Stay connected with reliable communication tools.
- Prioritize safety and security throughout your journey.
- Embrace local transportation for an authentic experience.
- Keep important documents organized and accessible.
- Learn basic phrases in the local language for convenience.
- Always carry a water bottle and stay hydrated.
- Budget wisely to avoid overspending during your trip.
- Stay open-minded and embrace unexpected adventures along the way.
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