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A waterfall and northern lights in the sky Aurora borealis over Godafoss waterfall on Skjalfandafljot river, Iceland

Iceland and the Northern Lights: Reykjavík & Akureyri

Chase the magical Aurora Borealis across Iceland on this journey featuring the Golden Circle’s Gullfoss waterfall, Þingvellir National Park, and Strokkur geyser. Explore Dimmuborgir’s lava fields, unwind in the Blue Lagoon, meet Icelandic horses, and enjoy expert insights and farm-to-table meals. Evenings include guided excursions to search for northern lights. Early booking and full payment discounts may be available.

Aerial view of Bled Island featuring a church with a bell tower, surrounded by vibrant blue lake water and mountains in the background. Lake Bled, Slovenia

Slovenia & Croatia: Ljubljana, Adriatic Coast & the Istrian Peninsula

Discover the charms of Slovenia and Croatia, from storybook villages and cliffside castles to Roman ruins and sunlit harbors. Enjoy truffle tastings, local wines, and local honey on this culturally rich journey through the heart of the Adriatic.Early booking and full payment discounts may be available.

A stunning sunset casts colorful reflections on the Ottawa River, with the Parliament Building prominently in the foreground Downtown Ottawa

Ottawa & French Canada

Get to know dynamic Ottawa, Montréal, and Québec City on a journey filled with history and culture. Enjoy guided city walks, tours of the National Gallery of Canada and the Canadian Museum of History, a visit to the Wendake Huron Traditional Site, a maple syrup tasting in a sugar shack, and more!Early booking and full payment discounts may be available.

Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle, Scotland, with a large audience watching a performance of marching bands and dancers at sunset. Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo

Scotland featuring the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Immerse yourself in Scotland’s beautiful landscapes and intriguing history on a journey based in charming Stirling. Explore atmospheric castles, enjoy the pageantry of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, cruise Loch Lomond, delight in dynamic Edinburgh, see golf’s home in St Andrews, try Scottish whisky and much more!Early booking and full payment discounts may apply.

Taj Mahal at sunset, Agra, India

Treasures of India: Temples, Tigers, and the Taj Mahal 2026

Mystical and spiritual, chaotic and confounding, India overflows with riches. While staying at excellent hotels, we travel the classic Golden Triangle: bustling Delhi; Agra, home of the sublime Taj Mahal; and Jaipur, great city of the Rajput. We also search for elusive Bengals at Ranthambore Tiger Preserve, and absorb the holiness of Varanasi.

Homes and buildings along a vertical seaside coast

Portrait of Italy from the Amalfi Coast to Venice 2026

From the breathtaking Amalfi Coast to eternal Rome, through the gentle Umbrian and Tuscan countryside to timeless Venice, this wide-ranging tour showcases ancient sites, contemporary life, priceless art, and beautiful natural scenery.

Male great frigatebird (Fregata minor) in breeding plumage. wiht vibrant red chest puffed up

Exploring Galápagos Aboard National Geographic Endeavour II

SPECIAL GROUP SAVINGS: Save 5% on cabin fare when traveling with the California Alumni Association/Cal Discoveries Travel on this departure (conditions apply).Experience the Galápagos aboard an elegant and nimble ship, well-equipped for up-close exploration. Encounter abundant wildlife—blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, Darwin’s finches, pink flamingos, giant tortoises and more—all famously unafraid of human presence.

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