Voyage to some of the world’s most spectacular places by small ship cruise!
Africa
A cultural odyssey across West Africa's three most fascinating countries. Discover lost tribal worlds guided by ancient spirits and witness flamboyant festivals and traditional mask dances.
Our hiking journey stretches across Bhutan from Paro, with its famed Taktsang Monastery (the "Tiger's Nest") to Bumthang, a sacred region of towering rhododendron forests, misty gorges, and countless holy sites.
On this lodge-based journey with your own private guide, hike to tiny villages and mountainside temples, meet red-robed monks, explore colorful markets, and discover a unique Shangri La kingdom in the Himalayas.
Wildlife viewing by open 4WD vehicle, safaris by riverboat and mokoro (dugout canoe), and exciting game walks, with stays in exclusive safari camps.
Enjoy beautiful safari camps and in the Okavango Delta, witness the majesty of Victoria Falls, and safari among the world-famous elephant herds of Hwange National Park.
Discover South Africa's beautiful Cape Town, Zimbabwe's world-famous Victoria Falls, and safari in Botswana's legendary Chobe National Park, with its massive herds of elephants.
With your private guide, explore charming Hanoi, experience surreal Halong Bay with an overnight aboard your own private boat, visit picturesque Hoi An and the royal city of Hue, with a grand finale at exquisite Angkor Wat.
Search for polar bears and other wildlife in Canada's Churchill Wildlife Management Area. Go dog sledding through the boreal forest and learn about the culture and history of this arctic realm.
Arenal Volcano National Park, the Caribbean waterways of Tortuguero National Park, and Manuel Antonio National Park on the sparkling Pacific are all on this private journey in nature-blessed Costa Rica.
With your private guide, discover Ecuador's traditional cultures, hike the high trails of Cotopaxi National Park, explore pristine cloud forest from a stunning nature lodge.
Charter a private yacht, and with your naturalist guide, set off into Darwin’s world for an active journey full of nature hikes and wildlife wonders, including fantastic snorkeling with playful sea lions.
Sail the Nile from Luxor to Aswan by dahabiya, a traditional yacht, and explore Cairo and the temples of Abu Simbel.
Five-day Nile cruise on a yacht-like boat to explore Egypt’s legendary temples and monuments, plus discover Jordan's fabled lost city of Petra and the wild desert canyons of Wadi Rum.
Discover a mysterious world of soaring temples in a timeless desert landscape, from the Pyramids and the Sphinx to a luxury cruise on the Nile.
Spectacular coastal walks, mountain hikes, cultural exploration, and cuisine in the sublime Mediterranean realms of Corsica and Sardinia.
On this hiking journey in French and Spanish Basque country, enjoy country hikes, explore Basque heritage in San Sebastian and Bilbao, and sample regional food and wine, including dinner in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
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.
A cultural odyssey across West Africa's three most fascinating countries. Discover lost tribal worlds guided by ancient spirits and witness flamboyant festivals and traditional mask dances.
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 elegant colonial Antigua, the mountain village of Chichicastenango, with its famous open-air market, stunning volcano-ringed Lake Atitlán, and Tikal, greatest of all Mayan sites.
Safari in four of India’s magnificent Project Tiger wildlife reserves in search of tiger, leopard, sloth bear, and much more, accompanied by a leading naturalist.
Explore with your own private guide in the ancient cities of Jodhpur, Udaipur, and Jaipur as well as fabulously preserved Moghul capital of Fatehpur Sikri, then enjoy sunrise over the glorious Taj Mahal in Agra.
With our expert Trip Leader, snorkel in one of the most pristine settings on our planet, the Raja Ampat archipelago in the heart of the Coral Triangle.
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 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.
Hike the spectacular Amalfi Coast and storied isle of Capri, visit ancient Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius, with wonderful cuisine along the way.
Spectacular coastal walks, mountain hikes, cultural exploration, and cuisine in the sublime Mediterranean realms of Corsica and Sardinia.
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.
Experience the Italian south in Puglia, with hikes through olive orchards and visits to stunning World Heritage towns. Savor exquisite cuisine fresh from the land and sea, and discover a rich heritage of Greek, Roman, and Norman culture.
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.
Five-day Nile cruise on a yacht-like boat to explore Egypt’s legendary temples and monuments, plus discover Jordan's fabled lost city of Petra and the wild desert canyons of Wadi Rum.
Join your private guide to explore the magnificent Roman ruins at Jerash, the ethereal desert canyon of Wadi Rum, haunt of T. E. Lawrence, and the extraordinary lost city of Petra, a World Heritage Site.
Aboard a luxury train, journey through the "Five Stans" along the fabled Silk Road, with stops in Samarkand,, Bukhara, Khiva, and more.
Enjoy world-class wildlife encounters in two of Kenya's prime game reserves
Aboard a luxury train, journey through the "Five Stans" along the fabled Silk Road, with stops in Samarkand,, Bukhara, Khiva, and more.
With your private guide, explore charming Hanoi, experience surreal Halong Bay with an overnight aboard your own private boat, visit picturesque Hoi An and the royal city of Hue, with a grand finale at exquisite Angkor Wat.
Explore Madagascar's remote and seldom-visited nature reserves renowned for their endemic biodiversity: Ranomafana and Isalo National Parks, and Andasibe Reserve, home to the indri lemurs.
Explore Andasibe, Berenty, and Ankarana and Amber Mountain National Parks on this natural history adventure in Madagascar. Search for a wide variety of wildlife including chameleons and lemurs, visit surreal landscapes, and see unique flora found nowhere else on Earth.
Experience the wildlife wonders of Madagascar on a Private Journey with exclusive accommodations, private flights, top-notch guides, and flexible activities each day, from sundowners among the baobabs to early morning bird walks and exciting night excursions into the forests.
Luxury private "camping" in comfort in two of Baja's most beautiful settings, with hikes in Sierra de la Laguna and snorkeling and kayaking in the azure Sea of Cortez.
Discover the inspiring landscapes of Mongolia, from the legendary Gobi Desert to the vast steppes of the heart of Mongolia, visit thriving Buddhist monasteries, ride horses (and camels!), and experience the hospitality of traditional nomads.
Experience the glorious dunes of the Moroccan Sahara, visit magical Fes, Marrakesh, and seaside Essaouira, explore the spectacular red-rock canyons of Todra and Dades.
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 Fes.
Hike through Morocco's lush Middle Atlas, "the garden of Morocco," as well as the High Atlas valleys. Explore the dazzling cities of Fes and Marrakesh, and experience Morocco’s culture, history, and cuisine in ancient villages along the way.
Discover the bazaars of Marrakesh, the grandeur of the Sahara, the imperial cities of Rabat and Fes, with accommodations in elegant hotels and riads.
Embark on a private journey through Sossusvlei Dunes, Damaraland, and Etosha National Park at your own pace in Namibia.
Trek to beautiful Sherpa mountain villages, visit Buddhist monasteries including Tengboche, enjoy spectacular Everest views.
Trek to Everest Base Camp at the foot of mighty Mt. Everest (29,035'), Mother Goddess of the Snows, with accommodations in comfortable Sherpa lodges.
Trek through the Khumbu and Gokyo Valleys to Everest Base Camp, crossing the spectacular 17,700-foot Cho La Pass.
Natural history sea kayaking and snorkeling tour of Palau including the Rock Islands, coral reefs, sharks and turtles, mangrove forests, Peleliu Island and marine archaeology.
Snorkel and sea kayak in the pristine coral reefs and blue lagoons in Palau’s phenomenal Rock Islands, with a private guide and lodging in charming island-style resorts.
Experience Wilderness Travel's perfectly paced five-day trek, superb camp amenities, and spectacular campsites as you hike the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Enjoy a spectacular private trek that offers the utter solitude of a hidden Inca realm yet scenery very similar to that of the famous Inca Trail, but here you’ll have the stunning trails all to yourself.
Join your private guide and camp staff for an amazing trek on the world-renowned Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, lost city of the Incas, and enjoy our famous Wilderness Travel full-service camping support along the way.
With your private guide, explore Cusco, ancient heart of the Inca Empire, and the beautiful Urubamba Valley, sacred to the Incas, then head to glorious Machu Picchu, perched on a sheer precipice 1,500 feet above the Urubamba River.
Discover Portugal’s exquisite landscapes and rich cultural heritage on this hiking adventure through pilgrim routes and castle towns.
Hike on the Isle of Skye, in the far Cuillins, and on Harris Island, and enjoy Scotland's ancient culture.
Explore South Africa’s Cape Town, taste wines at historic Cape Winelands, go whale-watching and sea kayaking on the luxuriant Garden Route, savor a Big Five safari adventure in Klaserie, a fantastic private game reserve adjoining Kruger National Park.
Explore from Cape Town to the Cape of Good Hope, then set out for phenomenal big-five gameviewing in exclusive private game reserves adjoining world renowned Greater Kruger National Park.
Discover South Africa's beautiful Cape Town, Zimbabwe's world-famous Victoria Falls, and safari in Botswana's legendary Chobe National Park, with its massive herds of elephants.
Explore Cape Town's beautiful landscapes and world-renowned wineries, soak up the mist and stunning views of Victoria Falls, and safari in two of Africa's prized parks: Greater Kruger National Park and Hwange National Park.
On this hiking journey in French and Spanish Basque country, enjoy country hikes, explore Basque heritage in San Sebastian and Bilbao, and sample regional food and wine, including dinner in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Hike the ancient pilgrim trail to the holy city of Santiago de Compostela on Spain's legendary pilgrimage route.
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 Fes.
Aboard a luxury train, journey through the "Five Stans" along the fabled Silk Road, with stops in Samarkand,, Bukhara, Khiva, and more.
Discover Tanzania’s vast southern wildlife parks, including Ruaha and Selous, for massive wildlife populations, off-road tracking, bush walks, river safaris, and no safari crowds.
Safari in the legendary Serengeti and Tarangire National Park, with exclusive private camps, private guides, and special safari activities for kids
Safari in the legendary Serengeti and in Tarangire National Park, enjoying your own exclusive private camps and private guides, plus Ngorongoro Crater.
A cultural odyssey across West Africa's three most fascinating countries. Discover lost tribal worlds guided by ancient spirits and witness flamboyant festivals and traditional mask dances.
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, and Bodrum on the Aegean Coast.
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.
Aboard a luxury train, journey through the "Five Stans" along the fabled Silk Road, with stops in Samarkand,, Bukhara, Khiva, and more.
Enjoy a week-long cruise along the coast of Washington and the San Juan Islands exploring old-growth forests, hiking green peaks, and paddling waters teeming with whales and other fascinating marine life.
With your private naturalist guide, enjoy the wildlife of Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons, including wolf viewing, plus hikes, a float on the Snake River, and wonderful lodging.
Aboard a luxury train, journey through the "Five Stans" along the fabled Silk Road, with stops in Samarkand,, Bukhara, Khiva, and more.
With your private guide, explore charming Hanoi, experience surreal Halong Bay with an overnight aboard your own private boat, visit picturesque Hoi An and the royal city of Hue, with a grand finale at exquisite Angkor Wat.
Discover South Africa's beautiful Cape Town, Zimbabwe's world-famous Victoria Falls, and safari in Botswana's legendary Chobe National Park, with its massive herds of elephants.
Explore Cape Town's beautiful landscapes and world-renowned wineries, soak up the mist and stunning views of Victoria Falls, and safari in two of Africa's prized parks: Greater Kruger National Park and Hwange National Park.
Journey to Zimbabwe and discover the wildlife of Hwange National Park and Victoria Falls.
Wildlife viewing by open 4WD vehicle, safaris by riverboat and mokoro (dugout canoe), and exciting game walks, with stays in exclusive safari camps.
Enjoy beautiful safari camps and in the Okavango Delta, witness the majesty of Victoria Falls, and safari among the world-famous elephant herds of Hwange National Park.
Discover South Africa's beautiful Cape Town, Zimbabwe's world-famous Victoria Falls, and safari in Botswana's legendary Chobe National Park, with its massive herds of elephants.
Explore Cape Town's beautiful landscapes and world-renowned wineries, soak up the mist and stunning views of Victoria Falls, and safari in two of Africa's prized parks: Greater Kruger National Park and Hwange National Park.
