Visit the magnificent archaeological site of Tikal, and the more remote Maya sites of Topoxte, Yaxha and Uaxactun in the Peten rainforest. Experience the stunning natural beauty of Lake Atitlan and its surrounding volcanoes, and immerse yourself in the cultural and religious world of today’s Maya at Iximche and Santiago Atitlan. Enjoy the world-famous colorful Sunday market at Chichicastenango, the charming colonial city of Antigua, and nearby small artisan villages that maintain their ancient handicraft traditions.

Explore old Havana’s history and architecture. Meet with farmers and enjoy a private dance performance by some of Cuba’s best dancers. Discuss U.S. foreign policy and economic changes during lectures with local experts. Learn about Cuban music and visit private art collections. In the Viñales Valley, take in views of the dramatic landscapes and limestone mogotes.

Embrace Finland’s majestic beauty and Nordic charm on this seven-night, active journey! Explore vibrant Helsinki and indulge in the quintessentially Finnish tradition of a rejuvenating sauna. In northern Lapland, gaze at the awe-inspiring Northern Lights from your glass-domed cabin, plus enjoy a snowshoe trek by moonlight and a fast-paced dogsled ride across the pristine fjells. You’ll also tour the splendid old town of Tallinn, Estonia.  

Experience Cairo’s Egyptian Museum and the open-air museum at Memphis. Explore the necropolis at Saqqara, the enigmatic Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza. Relax during a cruise on Lake Nasser. See the temples at Abu Simbel and sail down the Nile River on a cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Visit the Valleys of the Kings and Queens and the great complex of Karnak.  Optional Jordan extension. 

Join a transformative expedition through the Galapagos Islands to celebrate life's diversity and to witness the stunning display of nature's endless wonders. Experience unparalleled opportunities for up-close encounters with a myriad of wildlife and learn from expert naturalists. Walk among curious creatures on shore. Kayak or snorkel beside sea lions and turtles in the clear waters of the world's second-largest marine reserve. Marvel at the flightless cormorants, Galapagos albatross, Nazca, red- and blue-footed boobies, and Darwin’s finches. Extensions in Ecuador and Peru are available.

Travel through one of the greatest engineering marvels of our time and journey through virgin rainforests and jungle-fringed beaches from Costa Rica to Panama. Witness an abundance of flora and fauna in Manuel Antonio National Park. Discover the wildlife of the Osa peninsula and learn about the rainforest, sloths and chocolate during a variety of included excursions. Travel to two UNESCO-designated sites in Panama: Coiba National Park and its Special Zone of Marine Protection, and the historic district of Panama City. Finish with a specially arranged daylight transit of the mighty locks of the Panama Canal, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Pre- and post-tour extensions in San José, Costa Rica and Panama City.

Experience the unique diversity of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand. Take in the sublime landscapes, spectacular ruins, historic cities, and tranquil countryside. Enjoy vibrant Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, and charming Hoi An. Experience spiritual Luang Prabang and take a Lao cooking class. Marvel at the Angkor Wat complex. Conclude in Bangkok. Singapore extension is available.

Travel the breadth of southern Africa, where history is rich, culture is diverse and “Big Five” game viewing is extraordinary. Enjoy a unique three-night river safari aboard the deluxe MS Zambezi Queen on Namibia’s legendary Chobe River. Follow Nelson Mandela’s Long Walk to Freedom in Johannesburg; behold Zimbabwe’s awe‑inspiring Victoria Falls; and experience breathtaking wildlife encounters on safari. Extension in Cape Town available.

Experience an overview of four distinct and fascinating nations – Poland, Hungary, Austria and the Czech Republic. Explore Warsaw’s Old Town and view Budapest’s scenic Danube Bend. Attend a classical music performance in Vienna and tour majestic Schönbrunn Palace. Experience Prague’s acclaimed museums and architectural treasures. Visit Germany’s capital on an optional 4-day/3-night Berlin extension. 

Our 13-night cruise aboard the elegant new Swan Hellenic Diana, provides convenient access to sites in Ghana, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau, Gambia and Senegal, many of which would be difficult to reach by other means. Visit Kakum National Park, the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the Bijagos Archipelago, Abuko Nature Reserve, and Makasutu Culture Forest where you will encounter a marvelous diversity of abundant wildlife.  Also visit important historical and cultural sites, many which demonstrate the complex relations between Africa and Europe. Experience the Africa that few people have a chance to see.