African Expedition by Private Train

September 20-October 4, 2026

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Featuring Arthur Gottschalk, Professor of Composition and Theory, The Shepherd School of Music

Explore the diverse sights of four African countries during this private train expedition—an exclusive journey guiding you through historically notable cities, inspiring scenery, and legendary national parks. Uncover a tapestry of cultural wonders, untamed dynamic landscapes, and thrilling wildlife encounters throughout this soul-stirring expedition.

• Journey through stunning landscapes aboard a private train—your haven on the rails featuring well-appointed sleeping compartments, fine dining and inviting social spaces.
• Visit notable landmarks including the Nelson Mandela Statue, Casa de Ferro, Cecil Rhodes' Grave and the ruins of Great Zimbabwe.
• Participate in riveting game drives through reserves and national parks alongside knowledgeable guides with opportunities to observe the Big Five (rhino, leopard, elephant, Cape buffalo and lion).
• Experience the thundering beauty of Victoria Falls where a spectrum of dancing colors create mesmerizing photo opportunities.
• Explore the Zambezi River by boat—a unique chance to see elephants and hippos up close.

Please contact Orbridge at 866-639-0079 or guestservices@orbridge.com to reserve today!

Flavors of Dordogne

May 22-30, 2026

Step into a world where medieval charm meets modern sophistication, where every cobblestone street tells a story, and every vineyard whispers secrets of centuries past. This is Dordogne, a captivating region in the heart of southwest France overflowing with history, architecture and enchanting beauty. This customized itinerary provides an idyllic setting for authentic cultural and culinary experiences, from exploring medieval towns and ancient castles to dining at Michelin-starred restaurants, partaking in vineyard tours and tastings and joining hands-on cooking demonstrations.

• With your small group enjoy seven nights accommodations at Château de Mercuès, a luxurious Relais & Châteaux property with phenomenal views over the Lot valley and Cahors vineyards.
• Meet the esteemed vintners at Château de Haute-Serre and Château de Cayx wineries for vineyard tours and tastings.
• Delight in extraordinary French dishes at Michelin-starred Château de la Treyne, Les Glycines and Le Duèze.
• Embrace the region's dynamic history during guided tours of Pech Merle, Rocamadour and Château de Beynac.
• Join an expert chef for an inspirational cooking class to learn recipe secrets, tips and tricks.
• Immerse yourself in the magnificent and seemingly endless beauty of Dordogne.

Please contact Orbridge at 866-639-0079 or guestservices@orbridge.com to reserve today!

Classic Safari: Kenya & Tanzania

July 30-August 14, 2026

Featuring Cin-Ty Lee, Harry Carothers Wiess Professor of Geology, Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences

On safari … it’s one of the most alluring phrases in all of travel, and Kenya and Tanzania count among the most alluring places to be on safari. As your small group, limited to 18 travelers, journeys from grasslands to highlands, enjoy intimate game drives, see stupendous landscapes, stay in top-rated accommodations, and meet gracious locals. The 16-day tour begins with highlights of Kenya’s cosmopolitan capital, Nairobi. Move on to Amboseli National Park in the shadow of snowcapped Mt. Kilimanjaro, known for its large elephant population, to view teeming wildlife on the wide plains and visit a Maasai village. Journey next to peaceful Lake Manyara National Park, whose incredibly varied ecosystem offers the essence of Tanzania’s safari experience. After a game drive here, set out for spectacular Ngorongoro, a UNESCO Conservation Area and site of immense Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. In this stunning setting, safari-goers have a unique chance to see all of Africa’s “Big Five.” Visit Olduvai Gorge, where anthropologist Mary Leakey made her revolutionary discovery. The adventure continues in the storied Serengeti, the Maasai’s 5,700-square-mile “endless plain” and one of the world’s last great wildlife refuges. Enjoy unmatched game viewing during a two-night sojourn, then fly to Masai Mara for three nights in Kenya’s premier game reserve, rich with animal life and homeland of the Maasai. Back in Nairobi, toast the safari adventure at a farewell dinner. Staying at the legendary Mount Kenya Safari Club, encounter more wildlife with an optional 3-day/2-night post-tour extension

Please contact Odysseys Unlimited at 888-370-6765 to reserve today!

Flavors of Sicily

September 25-October 3, 2026

Join us on a captivating nine-day journey through the heart of Sicily to discover the vibrant island’s historical and cultural treasures. Explore renowned archaeological and UNESCO World Heritage sites, indulge in delicious cuisine and wine, and partake in hands-on cooking classes with celebrated chefs who share recipes and culinary techniques passed down through generations. This immersive experience promises to engage all of your senses and leave you with memories to last a lifetime.

• With your small group (maximum 23 guests), enjoy seven nights in the elegant luxury of your private villa, Don Arcangelo all'Olmo.
• Join hands-on culinary experiences with skilled chefs to learn time-tested techniques and modern twists with ingredients grown in the mineral-rich, volcanic soil of Mount Etna’s fertile lowlands.
• Explore the charming coastal towns of Taormina and Siracusa—including a stop at a local outdoor market.
• Visit Benanti, a family-owned boutique winery and recipient of more than 80 awards since 1994.
• Tour the Donnafugata winery followed by a tasting and lunch.
• Admire extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Villa Romana del Casale and Mount Etna.

Call 866-639-0079 to learn more and book directly!

Baja California: Among the Great Whales

February 28-March 7, 2026

Baja California is one of those places on the planet that supplies the human spirit with the tonic of wildness it needs, and few experiences are as rewarding. Each year California gray whales pause during their migrations to birth and nurse their calves in the birthing lagoons on the Pacific side of Baja California. Here you will spend time among the mothers and their calves, observing them at water level from Zodiacs, for a rare privilege with these gentle giants.

On the other side of the Baja California peninsula, in the Sea of Cortez, you’ll discover the uninhabited desert islands that dot the clear blue sea. Search for a variety of whale species, scores of leaping dolphins, and diving seabirds. Hike a forest of giant cacti, kayak or paddle board in protected coves, snorkel with sea lions, and join a naturalist aboard Zodiacs to observe the diverse birdlife along the shores. When you see Baja California’s islands with their desert landscape, rugged cliffs, and white sand beaches, you’ll understand immediately why they have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Travel with us aboard the 100-guest expedition ship National Geographic Venture and you will see, learn, and do more with our expert team of naturalists, including an undersea specialist, who knows this area well.

Please contact Lindblad Expeditions at 888-773-9007 or groups@expeditions.com to reserve today!

Mystical India

November 8-24, 2026

Mystical and spiritual, chaotic and confounding, India overflows with riches. Staying at excellent hotels, your small group, limited to 24 travelers, travels the classic Golden Triangle: bustling Delhi; Agra, home of the sublime Taj Mahal; and Jaipur, great city of the Rajput. Begin the 17-day exploration with a three-night stay in the Indian capital, touring the important sights of both Old and New Delhi and enjoying a rickshaw ride through colorful Chandni Chowk market. Get acquainted next with the “pink city” of Jaipur, where highlights of a three-night visit include the stunning Hawa Mahal palace, Amber Fort, and a home-hosted dinner with a Rajasthan family. A singular experience follows with the opportunity to search for the elusive Bengal tiger on game drives during a two-night stay near Ranthambore National Park, once a royal hunting ground, with its picturesque ruins. Departing for Gadoli, embark on a village walk to meet Meena tribespeople. En route to the ancient Mughal stronghold of Agra, visit the impressive 3,500-step Chand Baori step well. Marvel at the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal, and take an Indian cuisine cooking lesson. The journey ends with three nights in Hinduism’s holiest city, Varanasi. Cruising on the Ganges, experience life along the sacred river and witness a traditional aarti ceremony. Visit nearby Sarnath, one of Buddhism’s holiest sites; and Sarnath Museum, housing a superb collection of Buddhist artifacts. Absorb the beauty of the Himalayan kingdom of Nepal on an optional 6-day/4-night post-tour extension that includes extensive sightseeing.

Please contact Odysseys Unlimited at 888-370-6765 to reserve today!

Paris featuring the African American Experience

September 26- October 4, 2026

Featuring Jacqueline Couti, Laurence H. Favrot Professor of French Studies

Walk in the footsteps of Josephine Baker, Langston Hughes and other African American luminaries on an active and immersive seven-night sojourn to Paris! During enriching excursions and talks, trace the journey of Black Americans who found acceptance and opportunities in the City of Light following World War I. Gain insight into why they moved to Paris and how they forever influenced French culture. On guided walks in Montmartre, the Latin Quarter and St-Germain-des-Prés, hear stories about the club owners and musicians that shaped Paris’ jazz fervor, and relish an evening of jazz at a local club. Stroll the Left Bank, where Black writers, intellectuals and artists of African descent flourished. View “Paris Noir,” and discuss the documentary with the filmmakers. Tour the premier cultural institution, Musée du Quai Branly. Plus, taste French specialties in the Champs-de-Mars and marvel at iconic Paris landmarks on a Seine cruise. Suited for active travelers, this small-group program features experienced guides, a first-class hotel and an extensive meal plan, including wine with dinner.

Please contact AHI Travel at 800-323-7373 to reserve today!

Moroccan Discovery

February 22-March 7, 2026

Featuring Craig Considine, Senior Lecturer of Sociology

On this 14-day small group journey, this land of dramatic contrasts invites visitors to encounter its ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert and storied mountains, imposing kasbahs, and spirited souks. Begin the journey in the Moroccan capital, seaside Rabat, where highlights include the Roman site of Chellah, the contemporary art museum, and lunch in a private home. Visits to two of the itinerary’s five featured UNESCO sites follow – the imperial city of Meknes and the impressive Roman ruins at Volubilis. During a three-night stay in Fez, Morocco’s oldest imperial city, exploration reveals the fascinating medina’s many treasures, along with dinner in a family-run riad. After crossing the Middle Atlas mountains, reach Erfoud and enjoy a tour highlight: a sunset camel ride along the breathtaking sand dunes on the Sahara’s edge. Experience more spectacular scenery en route to Ouarzazate in the snow-topped High Atlas, including dramatic Todra Gorge; and journey along the ancient “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs.” En route to Marrakech, visit Ait ben-Haddou village, a UNESCO site made famous for film shoots. Touring in fabled Marrakech includes the beautiful Koutoubia Mosque, the cobalt blue-accented Majorelle Gardens, the Yves St. Laurent Museum, and a walking tour of the medina ending at Djemaa el Fna Square, Marrakech’s heart. Spend a final day in storied Casablanca, Morocco’s largest and most sophisticated city, and visit the magnificent Hassan II Mosque. Discover Tangier and the blue city of Chefchaouen on this optional 4-day/4-night post-tour extension.

Please contact Odysseys Unlimited at 888-370-6765 to reserve today!

Exploring Australia and New Zealand

February 7-28, 2027

The Lands Down Under and small group touring – limited to 24 travelers – make for a perfect combination on this journey from Australia’s sophisticated Sydney to its storied Outback and Ayers Rock to the Great Barrier Reef; and from New Zealand’s Christchurch to towering Mt. Cook and breathtaking Milford Sound to high-spirited Queenstown and nautical Auckland. The 22-day journey begins in Sydney. Highlights include a catamaran cruise around Sydney Harbour; the iconic Opera House; Featherdale Wildlife Park, where koalas roam. Enjoy leisure time to get better acquainted with this fascinating city. Next fly to Uluru (Ayers Rock). Learn about the local Aboriginal people and their culture during a visit to the Aboriginal Cultural Centre, and later, watch the sun set over the fabled monolith. In Cairns swim and snorkel at the colossal Great Barrier Reef during a day-long excursion, visit beautiful Mossman Gorge on a walk led by an Aboriginal guide, and enjoy a Skyrail gondola ride. Discover Christchurch, New Zealand’s “Garden City,” with a two-night stay. Stop at a local farm to see sheepdogs at work then spend two nights in splendid Mt. Cook National Park. On a day-long Milford Sound excursion, cruise through the stunning fjords. Explore Queenstown, New Zealand’s “adventure capital.” In geothermal Rotorua, experience Maori culture at a traditional hangi dinner and see kiwis at a nature park. The journey ends with a two-night stay and sightseeing in vibrant Auckland. Enjoy additional time in the sparkling “City of Sails” with an optional 3-day/2-night post-tour extension.

Please contact Odysseys Unlimited at 888-370-6765 to reserve today!

Insider Japan

September 29-October 11, 2027

It’s a fascinating land of delicate art and bustling commerce, of rich traditions and dizzying modernity – all revealed on this well-crafted 13-day small group tour, limited to 24 travelers. See Tokyo and Kyoto’s highlights, engage in local life, and head off the beaten path to the lovely historic cities of Takayama and Kanazawa. The journey begins with three nights in amazing Tokyo, where, along with time to explore independently, touring includes tranquil Meiji Shrine, famed Ginza district, the imposing Imperial Palace, and the impressive Tokyo National Museum. Japan’s pastoral side is on tap next in stunning Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park with majestic Mt. Fuji and a scenic cruise on Ashi Lake. After overnighting at a traditional ryokan inn, board an express train to Takayama in the Japanese Alps to explore this ancient town during a two-night sojourn. A traditional tea ceremony and a cooking class offer opportunities to experience Japanese culture firsthand. Visit historic Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri Village, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Reaching culturally rich Kanazawa for a two-night stay, visit Omicho Market and tour Kenrokuen Garden. The journey ends with three nights in Kyoto, Japan’s cultural center. Among many highlights here: the extravagant 17th-century Nijo-jo Castle, Ryoan-ji temple with its acclaimed Zen garden, and the beloved Temple of the Golden Pavilion. Discover cosmopolitan Hiroshima, reborn from its atomic destruction, with an optional 3-day/2-night post-tour extension.

Please contact Odysseys Unlimited at 888-370-6765 to reserve today!