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Unique and exclusive access makes your travels unlike any other. It’s not just about the places you visit – it’s how you experience them that makes all the difference with Tauck.
At Tauck, we want to show you the world differently than you could see it with anyone else. Our journeys include uniquely exclusive experiences that connect you more deeply to the people and places you discover. Enjoy special access to private places not open to the general public and be welcomed inside must-see sites during times when the crowds aren’t there. Go behind the scenes in unforgettable venues for insights and knowledge not available anywhere else. And discover cultural traditions with local experts who share their homes and hearts with you.
Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests
8 Days
Wildlife wonders and outdoor fun on an eco-adventure designed for all ages. A sampling of activities includes:
•Explore the wilderness with wildlife experts who help you spot sloths, monkeys, and other local creatures on a jungle river-rafting adventure and a canal boat cruise in Tortuguero National Park
• Learn about natural Costa Rican products firsthand during a tasty pineapple plantation tour, a hands-on coconut demonstration, and a close-up look at artisan chocolate making during a special lunch
• Go coastal during your two-night stay on the Gulf of Papagayo where snorkeling adventures open your eyes to an underwater world alive with tropical fish, manta and eagle rays, coral, sea urchins, pufferfish, turtles, trumpetfish – and dolphins
• Enjoy an Arenal Park adventure your way, choosing a thrilling zip-line ride in the treetop canopy or a nature walk as you see different views of Arenal Volcano
Wildlife wonders and outdoor fun on an eco-adventure designed for all ages. A sampling of activities includes:
•Explore the wilderness with wildlife experts who help you spot sloths, monkeys, and other local creatures on a jungle river-rafting adventure and a canal boat cruise in Tortuguero National Park
• Learn about natural Costa Rican products firsthand during a tasty pineapple plantation tour, a hands-on coconut demonstration, and a close-up look at artisan chocolate making during a special lunch
• Go coastal during your two-night stay on the Gulf of Papagayo where snorkeling adventures open your eyes to an underwater world alive with tropical fish, manta and eagle rays, coral, sea urchins, pufferfish, turtles, trumpetfish – and dolphins
• Enjoy an Arenal Park adventure your way, choosing a thrilling zip-line ride in the treetop canopy or a nature walk as you see different views of Arenal Volcano
Desert Oasis: Zion, Death Valley & Palm Springs
8 Days
Mystical landscapes and desert cities unfold on this awe-inspiring 8 day journey.
• Flightseeing over the vast, mysterious desert vistas of Death Valley – a land of many extremes that is America’s lowest, hottest and driest national park – provides a remarkable view
• Enjoy the scenery in the Valley of Fire State Park, an outdoor gallery of wind-carved landscapes and rock formations, once inhabited by ancient tribes that left cryptic messages behind
• Two nights at a luxury resort on a desert oasis in the heart of Death Valley National Park provides one of the best stargazing spots in North America
• Visit the Center & Garden of Sunnylands, the sprawling Annenberg estate in Rancho Mirage once known as the “Camp David of the West”
• Enjoy an exclusive lecture by a naturalist expert on the history, ecology, and astonishing geological diversity of Zion National Park
Mystical landscapes and desert cities unfold on this awe-inspiring 8 day journey.
• Flightseeing over the vast, mysterious desert vistas of Death Valley – a land of many extremes that is America’s lowest, hottest and driest national park – provides a remarkable view
• Enjoy the scenery in the Valley of Fire State Park, an outdoor gallery of wind-carved landscapes and rock formations, once inhabited by ancient tribes that left cryptic messages behind
• Two nights at a luxury resort on a desert oasis in the heart of Death Valley National Park provides one of the best stargazing spots in North America
• Visit the Center & Garden of Sunnylands, the sprawling Annenberg estate in Rancho Mirage once known as the “Camp David of the West”
• Enjoy an exclusive lecture by a naturalist expert on the history, ecology, and astonishing geological diversity of Zion National Park
The Best of Hawaii
12 Days
Explore the best of the islands’ natural beauty and rich culture from premier waterfront resorts
• Enjoy a private after-hours reception & dinner at historic Iolani Palace in Honolulu, for Tauck guests only; meticulously restored, the lavish residence was once the royal palace of Hawaiian kings and queens
• Surf the waves off Waikiki Beach in a traditional outrigger canoe, a craft used by locals for centuries to get from one island to another; the thrill of catching the waves and paddling hard together is a uniquely Hawaiian experience
• Get acquainted with Hawaiian cuisine at a hands-on gourmet cooking demonstration by a chef at a popular restaurant on Maui
• Feast on the cultural traditions of Hawaii during a private beachfront luau on Maui, where culinary specialties, live music and hula dancing speak volumes about Polynesian history and island customs
Explore the best of the islands’ natural beauty and rich culture from premier waterfront resorts
• Enjoy a private after-hours reception & dinner at historic Iolani Palace in Honolulu, for Tauck guests only; meticulously restored, the lavish residence was once the royal palace of Hawaiian kings and queens
• Surf the waves off Waikiki Beach in a traditional outrigger canoe, a craft used by locals for centuries to get from one island to another; the thrill of catching the waves and paddling hard together is a uniquely Hawaiian experience
• Get acquainted with Hawaiian cuisine at a hands-on gourmet cooking demonstration by a chef at a popular restaurant on Maui
• Feast on the cultural traditions of Hawaii during a private beachfront luau on Maui, where culinary specialties, live music and hula dancing speak volumes about Polynesian history and island customs
Jordan & Egypt: Petra to the Pyramids
13 Days
Exploring ancient lands, from the Dead Sea to Cairo with a Nile River cruise
• At a private tented dinner in the desert outside Petra (weather permitting), enjoy the flavors of a fruit-infused water pipe, music, and dancing by a troupe of Bedouin sword dancers
• An after-hours private visit to the Valley of the Kings, including the tomb of King Tutankhamun, illustrates the life and burial rituals of the pharaoh who captured the world’s imagination
• On daily excursions, explore ancient sites during a three-night Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor; discover the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu, Luxor, and the valleys of Kings and Queens
• Follow in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia aboard a 4x4 vehicle in Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon
• Three nights in Cairo include pyramid-view rooms, a tour to the Pyramids of Giza, and a camel ride
Exploring ancient lands, from the Dead Sea to Cairo with a Nile River cruise
• At a private tented dinner in the desert outside Petra (weather permitting), enjoy the flavors of a fruit-infused water pipe, music, and dancing by a troupe of Bedouin sword dancers
• An after-hours private visit to the Valley of the Kings, including the tomb of King Tutankhamun, illustrates the life and burial rituals of the pharaoh who captured the world’s imagination
• On daily excursions, explore ancient sites during a three-night Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor; discover the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu, Luxor, and the valleys of Kings and Queens
• Follow in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia aboard a 4x4 vehicle in Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon
• Three nights in Cairo include pyramid-view rooms, a tour to the Pyramids of Giza, and a camel ride
Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand: The best of Southeast Asia
16 Days
• Unpeel layers of history in Old Hanoi on a buggy ride that takes you from Ba Dinh Square, where remnants of French and Soviet colonialism speak volumes, to the medieval Buddhist One Pillar Pagoda and Hoa Lo Prison, dubbed the “Hanoi Hilton” by American POWs
• Wind your way by cyclo through Hué, the political, cultural, and religious capital of Vietnam under the Nguyen dynasty, for insight into the feudal Forbidden Purple City and the Inner City
• In the rural villages of Chiang Mai, meet the people of the local tribes, including some of the few remaining women of the Padong who wear high brass collars in honor of a princess who, according to legend, uprooted a golden tree and tied it around her neck before fleeing the invaders of her kingdom
• Wind your way by cyclo through Hué, the political, cultural, and religious capital of Vietnam under the Nguyen dynasty, for insight into the feudal Forbidden Purple City and the Inner City
• In the rural villages of Chiang Mai, meet the people of the local tribes, including some of the few remaining women of the Padong who wear high brass collars in honor of a princess who, according to legend, uprooted a golden tree and tied it around her neck before fleeing the invaders of her kingdom
Grand Australia & New Zealand: A comprehensive look a life in the lands down under
20 Days
Grand Australia & New Zealand – A comprehensive look a life in the lands down under with charter flights for easy exploration.
• A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Great Barrier Reef is so big that it’s visible from space; cruise out to the reef for a full day of swimming, snorkeling and underwater discoveries < br>• Best known for its white-sailed opera house, Sydney is fast becoming a haven for its culinary scene, which you will discover on a foodie tour that celebrates its multicultural heritage
• Private charter flights make the most of your travel time in the lands down under, speeding you from city to city in Australia and from one natural wonder to the next in New Zealand
• Savor a taste of Blenheim during tea at a sheep farm with the farmer; a wine pairing lunch that showcases locally produced Sauvignon Blanc; and an exclusive dinner amidst historic warbirds at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
Grand Australia & New Zealand – A comprehensive look a life in the lands down under with charter flights for easy exploration.
• A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Great Barrier Reef is so big that it’s visible from space; cruise out to the reef for a full day of swimming, snorkeling and underwater discoveries < br>• Best known for its white-sailed opera house, Sydney is fast becoming a haven for its culinary scene, which you will discover on a foodie tour that celebrates its multicultural heritage
• Private charter flights make the most of your travel time in the lands down under, speeding you from city to city in Australia and from one natural wonder to the next in New Zealand
• Savor a taste of Blenheim during tea at a sheep farm with the farmer; a wine pairing lunch that showcases locally produced Sauvignon Blanc; and an exclusive dinner amidst historic warbirds at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
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