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Argentina Vision & Vine
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Argentina Vision & Vine

By Ciclismo Classico
none
5/5 Excellent
8 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Los Cardones National Park

Highlights

  • Incredible landscape diversity consisting of 5 distinct biomes resulting in a visual feast, this intimate journey into senses
  • Daily photography power point instruction at our boutique hotels and abundant photo opportunities throughout the day
  • Visit to the Piatelli Vineyards in Cafayate
  • Photo safari through Quebrada Las Flechas
  • Explore National Park “Los Cardones”, a cactus forest on an ancient Inca trail
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Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

What travelers are saying

"This year, we did our second tour in Italy with Ciclismo Classico, and as the first one, it was superb. The attention to detail, the locations, the hotels, the food, the wine, and of course, the amazing guides (Gian Paolo and Umberto). No matter the level of cycling you want to experience, you can find an experience for you. The best always is making new friends (and in our case, reuniting with old friends from a previos tour) from all over the world. We'll be back again!"

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9 days From$5,195
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The Last Frontier
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The Last Frontier

By Chile Nativo
none
5/5 Excellent
5 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Patagonia, Punta Arenas, Torres del Paine National Park

Highlights

  • Ranch/Estancia stay
  • Patagonian Style Lamb BBQ
  • Camping
  • Mountain Hut
  • Wildlife Viewing
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Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Chile Nativo’s service from booking to final drop off was fantastic! Really great value. We were a small group of 6 trekkers and you provided great tents and gear. Our guide, Armando, was extremely knowledgeable and experienced in the park. With 20 years guiding experience he was still very professional and engaged with our group and clearly very passionate about the area. It’s a fantastically beautiful place! I would definitely recommend Chile Nativo to anyone looking for a quality, authentic Torres del Paine trekking experience."

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14 days From$6,295
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Cycle, Kayak and Walk Tasmania
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Cycle, Kayak and Walk Tasmania

By Tasmanian Expeditions
preferred
5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Tasmania

Highlights

  • An adventure playground with a unique combination of cycling, walking & paddling
  • Mesmerizing beauty of the eastern coastline - in particular Wineglass Bay & Maria Island
  • Enjoy great kayaking
  • Wide range of experience and fitness levels
  • Constant presence and support of professional guides

Themes

Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"Not only did Rach, Nikki and Damon keep us alive, well fed, and encouraged us all the way to the top of Mt Jerusalem and Solomon’s Throne but most importantly they laughed at my jokes. Honestly THE BEST 4 days I’ve had possibly ever! Thanks! You guys are the bomb"

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6 days From$2,095
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A Chronicle of Russian Cuisine and Culture
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A Chronicle of Russian Cuisine and Culture

By MIR Corporation
none
5/5 Excellent
23 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Armory Museum, Cristall Vodka Museum, Moscow, St. Petersburg

Highlights

  • Master cooking class at Taste of Russia cooking school
  • Cook’s tour of Moscow, a treasure-hunt for culinary highlights
  • Private tour and tasting of Russia’s best at the Cristall Vodka Museum
  • Moscow’s 850-year-old Kremlin and Red Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Exploration of the Armory Museum, housing Russia’s national treasures
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Themes

Cultural, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"Thank you for all your help. MIR has been unbelievably helpful, reliable and good value for the money. Your personal help has been invaluable as well. If anyone ever asks me which agency I used to go to Central Asia I will refer them to you"

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10 days From$5,295
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Kerala Kayaking, Culture and Cuisine
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Kerala Kayaking, Culture and Cuisine

By Hidden Places Travel
preferred
5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Arabian Sea, Kerala, Kochi, Western Ghats

Highlights

  • Explore Cochin
  • Enjoy a touching cultural event
  • Cruise through bigger channels and across lakes
  • Discover Kerala Spice Belt

Themes

Cultural, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"Our most recent trip with Hidden Places, the La Rioja Bicycle tour, has only confirmed our high regard for the quality and attention to detail that make their trips beyond parallel. Starting in Pamplona, we enjoyed seven days of riding through gorgeous, verdant green countryside, through lovely historic hilltop villages, through wildflowers, vineyards, fields of wheat and oats, and alongside many pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago de Compostela. We toured an underground winery in Laguardia, a monastery dating to the 11th century, the Frank Gehry designed winery in Elciego and the most amazing wine museum, Vizcano, with a world class collection of everything wine! Our lodgings, always beautiful and a welcome sight after a day’s ride, varied from a repurposed flour mill to historic convents. And the food . . . beyond description, always fresh, always beautifully presented, and always nearly too much ☺ The trip was more than we ever could have imagined, the hallmark of Hidden Places Travel. It would be remiss not to mention the best part of it all, our guides Lukas and Laura who took great care of us, made us laugh, taught me more wildflowers and kept us all going and enjoying. Again, Dag and Maria always get the best! Thank you!"

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12 days From$3,990
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Amazonian Immersion
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Amazonian Immersion

By Pachamama Journeys
none
5/5 Excellent
22 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Andes Mountains, Avenue of Volcanoes

Highlights

  • Discover Achuar Culture
  • Connect with Andean Cultures
  • Visiting Ecuador’s Amazon and Andes
  • Travel the Avenue of the Volcanoes
  • Explore Achuar Territory

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"I believe we are all one people, one voice, one drum beat and one consciousness that needs to be heard around the world and i think this is a great platform to be heard from to learn from and to act from we only have one earth and we all have to live here together~ as one peoples all equal and accountable to mother earth."

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13 days From$3,495
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Wildlife for Beginners
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Wildlife for Beginners

By Speyside Wildlife
none
5/5 Excellent
6 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Wildlife and birdwatching exploration including the Cairngorms, the Moray Firth, Dava Moor and Abernethy Forest
  • Accommodation at beautifully converted Steading at Ballintean

Themes

Birding, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Fantastic trip to the wildlife hide on Rothiemurchus, Pine Martin, Badgers and Res Deer all came really close. Excellent"

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The Naghol
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The Naghol

By Aspiring Adventures
none
5/5 Excellent
21 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Naghol land-diving
  • Mt. Yasur - nature’s own fireworks display
  • Trek to remote jungle villages, waterfalls and cascades
  • Optional diving in the reefs and wrecks of Espiritu Santo
  • Try Laplap, tropical fruits, and kava
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Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We had an excellent experience on the Salkantay trek. I would highly recommend Aspiring - they go above and beyond. Thank you to Katy, Steve, Victor, Zacarias, and the whole team at Aspiring for an unforgettable trek."

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VMH

Nov 2017

Provided byNational Geographic Expeditions

great sights. Great local guides. Impatient unpleasant photographer leader

The local guide went above and beyond. The sights were amazing. The accommodations and meals much better than expected. Lots of driving but in good cars with good...

Tour:  Tibet and Nepal: Journey to the Highest Himalaya

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Will Travel For Adventures

Nov 2016

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Exceeded our expectations

We have been on many REI trips, mainly because of the talented local guides. Our guide on this trip, Mike (a first time REI guide) has to be right at the top of the ...

Tour:  South Africa Ultimate Adventure & Safari

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Afton Runner

Nov 2016

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Wonderful

I arrived in South Africa expecting good things. I left with a whole new view of the country. It is more than wonderful places. It filled with amazing people, flora ...

Tour:  South Africa Ultimate Adventure & Safari

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Susan49

May 2016

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We loved it!

We loved the entire itinerary, and the accommodations and food were excellent. Our stay in Sabi Sabi and the safaris there were just amazing...we saw every animal we...

Tour:  South Africa Ultimate Adventure & Safari

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Over 50

Nov 2015

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The safari was like nothing I have ever experienced

The safari was like nothing I have ever experienced. I was grinning the whole time. I am already planning my next REI trip. This is a beautiful trip, I will never fo...

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