Small Group Tours
Mystical India with Ranthambore Tiger Preserve 2025
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.
Moroccan Discovery: from the Imperial Cities to the Sahara 2025
This land of dramatic contrasts invites us to encounter its ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert and storied mountains, imposing kasbahs and spirited souks. As we travel from the imperial cities of Rabat, Fez, and Marrakech to the High Atlas and vast Sahara, we open our eyes and hearts, to a truly foreign land, an age-old culture, and genuinely hospitable people.
Portrait of Italy from the Amalfi Coast to Venice 2025 [waitlist only]
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. You’ll especially appreciate the small size of your group as you stay in unique accommodations in the Tuscan countryside and in a medieval village.
Journey through Central Europe [singles: waitlist only]
Journey through the heart of Europe, starting with the resilient city of Warsaw before delving into Krakow's rich history and poignant visit to Auschwitz. Traverse the landscapes of Slovakia to Budapest's enchanting streets, indulge in Vienna's imperial grandeur, and conclude with the fairy-tale charm of Prague, all while savoring local cuisines and cultural treasures along the way.
Pearls of Dalmatia: Dubrovnik & the Island of Hvar 2025
Independent, democratic Croatia welcomes visitors eager to absorb its remarkable history and culture – and its beautiful and unspoiled Dalmatian coastline. As our small group travels from historic Zagreb and beautiful Lake Bled to the Habsburg resort of Opatija, the island of Hvar, and beloved Dubrovnik, we see why this cherished region lays such a claim on the hearts of all who visit.
The Canadian Maritimes [on request]
Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island make for a scenic and history-infused journey. We explore fishing villages and port cities, French fortifications and colonial British settlements, and travel to secluded Prince Edward Island and rugged Cape Breton on this classic route.
Legendary Türkiye: from Istanbul to the Turquoise Coast 2026
Fascinating sights, scents, and sounds reign in this land where Europe and Asia meet. From Istanbul, magnificent “Empress of the World,” to ancient ruins, stunning landscapes, and the dramatic – and legendary – Turquoise Coast, Türkiye engages and beguiles.
Exploring Australia & New Zealand
Travel from Australia’s sophisticated Sydney, sacred Uluru, and the wondrous Great Barrier Reef to New Zealand’s towering Mt. Cook, breathtaking Milford Sound, high-spirited Queenstown, and nautical Auckland.
Insider’s Japan I 2026
It’s a land of delicate art and bustling commerce, of rich traditions and dizzying modernity; a jumble of sights, sounds, and tastes that for visitors are truly foreign – and truly fascinating. This well-crafted tour features the highlights of Tokyo and Kyoto, engages us in local life, and takes us off the beaten path to the lovely historic cities of Takayama and Kanazawa.
Mystical India with Ranthambore Tiger Preserve 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.
Classic Safari: Kenya & Tanzania [singles: waitlist only]
As our small group travels through Kenya and Tanzania from grasslands to highlands, to reserves and national parks, we enjoy intimate game drives, see stupendous landscapes, stay in excellent accommodations, and meet gracious local people.
New Zealand Adventure 2025
It’s a tale of two islands as our small group journeys from New Zealand’s North to its South, through lively cities and pristine fjords, past lush farmland and enchanted forests in a land where the outdoors is the national shrine. Add engaging “Kiwis” and intriguing indigenous cultures – it’s a pure New Zealand experience.
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