The 16-day journey begins in Cairo where it includes a visit to the renowned Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo. After this we step into the Giza Plateau to see the three famed pyramids. In Abu Simbel we take in the four statues of Ramses and then embark on our Nile Cruise where we explore the ruins of the acclaimed Temples of Philae. We take a relaxing sail on small feluccas, replicas of ancient Nile sailboats.

Traveling to Cuba can be aptly described as life-changing. Join us for a six-night journey in Havana, where Cuba’s tropical beauty, lively energy, warm hospitality, sumptuous cuisine, and Old World charm await. Witness facets of modern Cuban life that most visitors don’t see. Engage with diverse, welcoming residents who will share their stories, culture, struggles, traditions, and artworks. Attend private receptions with local luminaries, go behind the scenes of a Viñales tobacco hacienda with farmers, and meet workers at privately owned businesses.

On this 14-day small group journey, you open your eyes and heart to an age-old culture and genuinely hospitable people.  Begin by touring the Moroccan capital, seaside Rabat, and enjoy lunch in a private home.  See imperial Meknes and Volubilis’ Roman ruins, two of the itinerary’s five featured UNESCO sites.  Next is exploration of Fez with its fascinating medina, and dinner in a family-run riad-a Moroccan guesthouse.  After crossing the Middle Atlas mountains, reach Erfoud and experience a tour highlight:  a sunset camel ride along the Sahara’s breathtaking dunes.&

A truly fascinating land of rich traditions and dizzying modernity is revealed on this well-crafted 13-day small group tour.  See Tokyo and Kyoto’s highlights, engage in local life, and head off the beaten path to alluring historic destinations.  Begin in amazing Tokyo, where sightseeing includes the imposing Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine, and a calligrapher’s gallery.  Then encounter magnificent Mt.

A wild archipelago brimming with volcanic beauty and vibrant maritime culture awaits you in the captivating Azore Islands. National Geographic Endurance is the new standard in expedition ships; Travel on this immersive 9-day voyage from one island to the next in supreme, state-of-the-art comfort. Thanks to full stabilization and powerful wave-slicing action, she ensures the smoothest ride possible.  On shore visit gem-like crater lakes, black-sand beaches, and rich viniculture.

Retrace ancient trade routes across two continents and four countries as you cruise from Casablanca in Morocco, to Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, on this deluxe small ship voyage — This trip features one night in Rabat, Morocco, and a seven-night cruise. You will visit seven spectacular port cities along the northeast African coast and Iberian Peninsula — Casablanca; Tangier; Gibraltar; Cádiz; Seville; Portimão and Setúbal.