Small Group Tours
Classic Safari: Kenya & Tanzania
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
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.
Finland: Arctic Magnificence [on request]
Appreciate what Finnish happiness is all about as you embrace the country's majestic beauty and Nordic charm. Take in Helsinki's hip urban vibes and explore the sparkling, snowy landscapes of Lapland, from the dazzling Northern Lights to a rejuvenating sauna!Early booking and full payment discounts may apply.
Apulia – Undiscovered Italy
From your base in seaside Polignano a Mare, travel over timeless terra to historical towns filled with indelible wonders. Each day invites new opportunities to drink in vistas of brilliant blue seas and savor the region’s famously fresh cuisine. Early booking and full payment discounts may be available.
Chilean Wonders: Lake District & Patagonia
From dynamic Santiago and the South’s serene lakes to Patagonia’s ice-blue glaciers and craggy mountains near the end of the world, revel in irresistible beauty on this perfect blend of Chile’s warm culture and wild nature.Early booking and full payment discounts may apply.
Treasures of Southeast Asia: Featuring the Eastern & Oriental Express [on request]
Travel through Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Cambodia on this immersive tour through Southeast Asia! Experience multi-cultural Singapore and travel aboard the storied Eastern & Oriental Express through Malaysia. Visit magnificent Bangkok palaces, see a Cambodian circus, and explore ancient temples in Siem Reap, including Angkor Wat. Early booking and full payment discounts may apply.
Havana: The Afro-Cuban Experience [singles: waitlist only]
Explore the deep impact of the African diaspora on Cuban culture, delving beyond Havana's beauty to understand the essence of local life and Cuba's evolving dynamics. Engage with the vibrant art scene, delve into rural lifestyles, and uncover the rich Afro-Cuban heritage of Matanzas, Guanabacoa, and Regla through intimate encounters with knowledgeable locals.Early booking and full payment discounts may apply.
Egypt & the Eternal Nile [waitlist only]
This small group journey through antiquity travels from vibrant Cairo and the Great Pyramids to Abu Simbel and the Upper Nile for a fascinating cruise on Lake Nasser. A classic voyage then brings us along the Lower Nile from Aswan to Luxor before returning to Cairo.
Insider’s Japan 2025 [waitlist only]
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.
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