Voyage to some of the world’s most spectacular places by small ship cruise!
Journey across Armenia and mountainous Karabakh exploring stone-built Christian monasteries, walled towns, vineyards, and an ancient culture.
Explore the ancient cultural heritage of Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia on this unique Central Asia overland adventure.
Hike in the glorious mountains of Garmisch-Partenkirchen in the heart of Bavaria, then head into the alpine splendor of Austria’s Tyrol, with two hiking options each day and wonderful hotels at night.
Explore the Alps, crossing five borders on foot from Chamonix to Salzburg. Hike beneath the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, and travel on the renowned Glacier Express.
Cross four international borders on foot on this unique hiking adventure and enjoy the alpine cultures and varied cuisines of Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria.
Hike in the alpine setting of Durmitor National Park, the primeval forests and glacial lakes of Biogradska Gora National Park, and enjoy enchanting medieval Kotor, the jewel of Montenegro’s sun-splashed Adriatic coast.
Enjoy hikes and cultural exploration in Motovon, a spectacular walled town, Pula, with its immense Roman amphitheater, the cliff-top village of Lubenice, the harbor town of Veli Lovinj, and the World Heritage Site of Trogir.
Hike in the alpine setting of Durmitor National Park, the primeval forests and glacial lakes of Biogradska Gora National Park, and enjoy enchanting medieval Kotor, the jewel of Montenegro’s sun-splashed Adriatic coast.
Experience hiking, biking, and sea kayaking along the glorious Dalmatian Coast in Croatia on this delightful Private Journey.
Enjoy hikes through thriving vineyards, past 13th century monasteries, and between massive stone castles in the wooded countryside, discover the medieval treasures of glorious Prague and Cesky Krumlov.
Enjoy a cultural and hiking adventure in the far-flung Faroe Islands with mountain walks on emerald moorlands, visits to traditional villages and seabird colonies, and overnights in cozy hotels.
Hike coast-to-coast all the way across England from the impossibly romantic Lake District to the stone-built villages of the Yorkshire Dales and onward to the purple heather lands of the North York Moors.
Hiking and cultural adventure on the Cornish Coastal Path, with overnights in Cornwall's loveliest villages, including Fowey and St. Ives.
Our adventure in Wales reveals ancient Celtic traditions with hikes in the Wye Valley, on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, and in Snowdonia.
Explore England and the Channel Islands on this small group adventure, with visits to imposing Stonehenge, the remote islands of Sark and Herm, and the World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast.
Hike the entire route of "Dales Way" in England, a delightful and moderate ramble that brings you through the heart of the magnificent Yorkshire Dales and into Lake District National Park.
Hike the most beautiful trails—and the highest peaks—of Wales, Scotland, and England's Lake District, with wonderful cultural experiences including meeting a traditional piper and hearing a local storyteller.
Enjoy a winter adventure in Lapland, with its Sami reindeer herders, snowshoeing, and spectacular Northern Lights.
Hike the classic trails that circle glacier-clad Mont Blanc, the highest peak in western Europe, passing from France to Italy and into Switzerland on foot.
Hike across the spectacular countryside of Languedoc in southern France and discover a hidden realm of craggy castle-ruins and remote medieval hamlets.
Discover the Lot Valley of southwest France, with hikes to cliff-perched towns including Rocamadour and overnights in historic hotels. Explore ancient abbeys, open-air markets, visit the extraordinary prehistoric Pech Merle caves.
Hike the spectacular Emerald Coast, visit ancient Mont St. Michel, St. Malo, and Dinan, walk the D-Day beaches, enjoy legendary cuisine.
Hike the best trails of France's Pyrenees National Park, including the famed GR10 and the dramatic amphitheater called the Cirque de Gavarnie, with overnights in beautiful mountain villages.
Hike from mighty Mont Blanc, with its perpetual glaciers, through traditional villages and national parks to the palm-fringed beaches of the Cote d’Azur, where the Maritime Alps plunge into the blue Mediterranean.
Enjoy one of the world's greatest hikes, the classic Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt, on trails beneath Western Europe's highest peaks.
Spectacular coastal walks, mountain hikes, cultural exploration, and cuisine in the sublime Mediterranean realms of Corsica and Sardinia.
Explore the Alps, crossing five borders on foot from Chamonix to Salzburg. Hike beneath the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, and travel on the renowned Glacier Express.
Hike the famous "high route" across the French and Swiss Alps from Chamonix, France, to Zermatt, Switzerland.
Enjoy the delights of Basque Country on country hikes, explore Basque heritage, and sample regional food and wine, including a cooking class and dinner in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Enjoy day hikes on Corsica's mountainous trails, including the famed GR20, a long-distance path that runs the length of this enchanting island. We’ll stay in rustic villages perched high in the mountains and along the edge of the sea, and savor Corsican cuisine and hospitality all along the way.
Magical hikes, village markets, visits to original prehistoric caves with a specialist, and much more are in store on our new journey from the Dordogne to the Ardeche, linking Southwest and Southeast France.
Hike through Georgia's Caucasus Mountains for an incredible cultural and mountain adventure.
Explore the ancient cultural heritage of Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia on this unique Central Asia overland adventure.
Hike in the glorious mountains of Garmisch-Partenkirchen in the heart of Bavaria, then head into the alpine splendor of Austria’s Tyrol, with two hiking options each day and wonderful hotels at night.
Explore the Alps, crossing five borders on foot from Chamonix to Salzburg. Hike beneath the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, and travel on the renowned Glacier Express.
Explore the storied isles of the Cyclades, with wonderful hikes on Tinos, Naxos, and rugged Amorgos, each a tranquil realm of bougainvillea-draped hill villages above the gleaming Aegean.
Explore Crete's wonderful hikes and sample some of the renowned cuisine on this active cultural adventure.
Hike the dramatic Vikos Gorge in the craggy Pindos Mountain, visit timeless Zagorian villages, explore the cliff-top Meteora monasteries, and follow trails to the summit of Mt. Olympus (9,600'), abode of Zeus, ruler of the sky.
Explore Greece from the ancient sanctuary of Olympia to the sun-drenched Cyclades Islands, including Delos, birthplace of Apollo, and glamorous Mykonos.
Hike northwestern Iceland's stunning Westfjords region, with its sheer mountains, and the magnificent fjords of remote eastern Greenland.
Explore Greenland's spectacular glacier and fjord landscapes on foot and by boat, from Kangerlussuaq to Ilulissat.
Join our unique hiking journey across the Carpathian chain by way of Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Ukraine and step back in time into a world of pristine beech forests and bucolic villages.
Hike northwestern Iceland's stunning Westfjords region, with its sheer mountains, and the magnificent fjords of remote eastern Greenland.
Enjoy spectacular hikes in the glacier kingdom of Skaftafell National Park and in fantastic Thingvellir National Park and savor some of the most extraordinary natural settings on Earth.
Hiking, snowshoeing, and searching for the northern lights in Iceland's otherworldly landscapes.
Discover the natural wonders of western and northern Iceland, with hikes on steaming volcanoes, across rift fissures, below glorious waterfalls, and wonderful birding and whale-watching.
Hike the most spectacular landscapes and seascapes of southwest Ireland, from Sheep’s Head Peninsula, one of Ireland’s best-kept secrets, to the Kerry Way, the pilgrim trails of the Dingle Peninsula, and the remote Blasket Islands.
Explore from Galway to the Burren, Connemara, Joyce Country, the Aran Islands, and County Mayo on this cultural and hiking adventure.
Explore the wild beaches of Donegal, pilgrim paths of Gleann Cholm Cille, and Mountains of Mourne sweeping to the sea in County Down.
Hike the classic trails that circle glacier-clad Mont Blanc, the highest peak in western Europe, passing from France to Italy and into Switzerland on foot.
Explore Tuscany's medieval gems of Montepulciano and Pienza, and enjoy a sunset hike into legendary San Gimignano. In the Cinque Terre, hike between secluded villages set beside the sparkling sea, including Portofino.
Hike the spectacular Amalfi Coast and storied isle of Capri, visit ancient Herculaneum and Mt. Vesuvius, with wonderful cuisine along the way.
In northern Italy, we enjoy superb hikes in Piemonte, Lombardia, and the Veneto along with wine and cheese tastings, a cooking class, and elegant meals created by some of Italy’s most legendary chefs.
Hike in vineyards, along the blue Mediterranean, and on the slopes of mighty Mt. Etna, explore ancient Segesta and Siracusa, with a grand finale at enchanting Taormina, one of Europe's most beautiful villages.
Hike from Siena to Rome on the legendary Via Francigena pilgrim trail, enjoying the villages, cultures, cuisines, and wines of Tuscany and Lazio.
In Italy's Aeolian Islands, follow trails to the top the dramatic volcano-isles of Stromboli and Vulcano, hike on magnificent Mt. Etna, and enjoy coastal walks on the islands of Lipari and Panarea.
Spectacular coastal walks, mountain hikes, cultural exploration, and cuisine in the sublime Mediterranean realms of Corsica and Sardinia.
Explore the Alps, crossing five borders on foot from Chamonix to Salzburg. Hike beneath the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, and travel on the renowned Glacier Express.
In northern Italy, explore the villages and vineyards of Piemonte, home of the Slow Food movement, enjoying wonderful hikes and delicious cuisine.
Cross four international borders on foot on this unique hiking adventure and enjoy the alpine cultures and varied cuisines of Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria.
Amid the spectacular deep-blue lakes of Lombardia, hike lakeside promenades, visit villas and villages, and enjoy marvelous cuisine.
Adventure in Italy from “heel to toe,” with hikes along olive-tree-lined paths and spectacular coasts. We’ll savor exquisite cuisine fresh from the land and sea, and experience a land rich in the Greek, Roman, and Norman culture.
An exhilarating hiking journey in Italy's legendary Val d'Aosta beneath the "giants of the Alps"—the iconic Matterhorn, Monte Rosa, and Mont Blanc, plus the peaks and valleys of Gran Paradiso National Park.
Discover the 2,000-year-old heritage of Sardinia in its captivating village festivals, complete with colorful parades, masked dancers, medieval tournaments, dancing in the streets, and horse races.
Hike the famed trails of the Dolomites beneath the striking pinnacles of the Pale di San Martino and rose-tinted spires of the Rosengarten Massif and discover one of the greatest mountain realms in Europe.
Enormous rock spires, deep green valleys, and tiny villages: enjoy spectacular hikes in this world-renowned mountain realm in northern Italy, with a choice of two hiking options each day.
This wonderful train journey travels across Italy and down into Sicily, exploring Venice, Siracusa, and Taormina.
Hike in two of Italy's most beautiful realms: the ancient lakeside towns of Lombardia and dramatic cliff-perched villages of Cinque Terre.
Cross four international borders on foot on this unique hiking adventure and enjoy the alpine cultures and varied cuisines of Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria.
Hike in the alpine setting of Durmitor National Park, the primeval forests and glacial lakes of Biogradska Gora National Park, and enjoy enchanting medieval Kotor, the jewel of Montenegro’s sun-splashed Adriatic coast.
On this adventure above the Arctic Circle in the Lofotens, learn about Viking culture, meet reindeer herders, track whales at sea, savor amazing seafood, and kayak under the midnight sun.
Our unique cultural and hiking journey in Norway explores this spectacular realm with hikes along high ridges above mighty fjords, into deep forests, and to tiny villages nestled by the sea.
Join our unique hiking journey across the Carpathian chain by way of Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Ukraine and step back in time into a world of pristine beech forests and bucolic villages.
Discover Portugal’s exquisite landscapes and rich cultural heritage on this hiking adventure through pilgrim routes and castle towns.
Join our unique hiking journey across the Carpathian chain by way of Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Ukraine and step back in time into a world of pristine beech forests and bucolic villages.
Explore intriguing Moscow, then head into medieval Russia, visiting the "Golden Ring" of towns along the Volga River, including Rostsov and Sergeiv Posad, with a grand finale In St. Petersburg, romantic city of palaces and art.
Travel by luxury train across Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railway, visiting Moscow, Lake Baikal, and cross into Mongolia.
With your private guide, explore Moscow, Russia’s Mother City, the “Golden Ring” of medieval towns along the Volga River, including the Holy City of Suzdal, with a grand finale in stunning St. Petersburg.
Hike the most beautiful trails—and the highest peaks—of Wales, Scotland, and England's Lake District, with wonderful cultural experiences including meeting a traditional piper and hearing a local storyteller.
Hike on the Isle of Skye, in the far Cuillins, at historic Glencoe, and on Harris Island, and enjoy Scotland's ancient culture.
Explore Glasgow, Loch Lomond, the glens of historic Glencoe, the Hebrides and the Isle of Skye, and experience Scotland's ancient culture on this Private Journey.
Join our unique hiking journey across the Carpathian chain by way of Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Ukraine and step back in time into a world of pristine beech forests and bucolic villages.
Hike the trails of the snow-capped Julian Alps and explore Slovenia's traditional villages and historic towns, including Kobarid, immortalized in Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms, and medieval Piran on the blue Adriatic.
Enjoy hikes and cultural exploration in Motovon, a spectacular walled town, Pula, with its immense Roman amphitheater, the cliff-top village of Lubenice, the harbor town of Veli Lovinj, and the World Heritage Site of Trogir.
Hike the ancient pilgrim trail to the holy city of Santiago de Compostela on Spain's legendary pilgrimage route.
Hike the Pyrenees from Basque Country to Catalonia, discovering ancient cultures and stone-built villages and savoring a range of distinctive local cuisines and wines.
Enjoy the delights of Basque Country on country hikes, explore Basque heritage, and sample regional food and wine, including a cooking class and dinner in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Hikes and cultural exploration in southern Spain from the whitewashed villages of Las Alpujarras to the trails of the Sierra de Grazalema.
Explore Cordoba, Seville, and the pueblos blancos of Ronda and Grazalema, then ferry across the Strait of Gibraltar to visit Tangier, the Rif Mountains, and medieval Fez.
Explore the natural beauty and ancient heritage of Catalonia with hiking, biking, cava-tasting, and visits to medieval Besalu and Girona.
Hike the classic trails that circle glacier-clad Mont Blanc, the highest peak in western Europe, passing from France to Italy and into Switzerland on foot.
Discover enchanting Lake Lucerne, the great snow peaks of the Bernese Oberland, and Lake Geneva’s Lavaux wine country on our hiking and cultural odyssey in Switzerland.
Hike Europe’s first trans-Alps trail on this hiking adventure across a 75-mile stretch of Switzerland’s legendary mountain landscapes.
Enjoy one of the world's greatest hikes, the classic Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt, on trails beneath Western Europe's highest peaks.
Explore the Alps, crossing five borders on foot from Chamonix to Salzburg. Hike beneath the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, and travel on the renowned Glacier Express.
Hike the famous "high route" across the French and Swiss Alps from Chamonix, France, to Zermatt, Switzerland.
Cross four international borders on foot on this unique hiking adventure and enjoy the alpine cultures and varied cuisines of Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria.
Amid the spectacular deep-blue lakes of Lombardia, hike lakeside promenades, visit villas and villages, and enjoy marvelous cuisine.
On this private trip, take a ride on the famous Glacier Express, explore Lugano’s lake town and the enchanting alpine villages of St. Moritz and Zermatt, and finish with a hike at the iconic Matterhorn.
Explore the brilliant coast of Turkey in a traditional "gulet" yacht. Glories of Rome, Greece, and Lycia along the Aegean coast, day hikes, unrivaled ruins, and cultural visits.
With your private guide, explore the monuments of Istanbul, the volcanic moonscape of Cappadocia, magnificent Ephesus, Bodrum on the Aegean Coast, and mountain-ringed Aphrodisias, a fantastic World Heritage Site.
Sail the exquisite Turquoise Coast in your own private gulet (yacht), visit the Byzantine cave churches of Cappadocia and the marble-paved streets of magnificent Roman Ephesus, explore the treasures of Istanbul.
Join our unique hiking journey across the Carpathian chain by way of Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Ukraine and step back in time into a world of pristine beech forests and bucolic villages.
Our adventure in Wales reveals ancient Celtic traditions with hikes in the Wye Valley, on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, and in Snowdonia.
Hike the most beautiful trails—and the highest peaks—of Wales, Scotland, and England's Lake District, with wonderful cultural experiences including meeting a traditional piper and hearing a local storyteller.
