Mar 5, 2024 to Mar 20, 2024

Machu Picchu to the Galapagos

Price: From $9,193
Duke Leaders: Dr. John Virdin

Machu Picchu’s enigmatic ruins and the fascinating Galapagos Islands rank among South America’s greatest treasures, and a small group tour is the ideal way to experience both.  This outstanding 16-day adventure begins with Lima’s highlights.  Traverse the magnificent Sacred Valley, visiting impressive Incan sites and indigenous villages during a two-night stay.  After taking a scenic train ride to Machu Picchu, tour and absorb this astounding site on two separate days, overnighting nearby.  Then encounter the history and beauty of Cuzco and Quito,

Oct 15, 2024 to Oct 30, 2024

Patagonian Frontiers

Price: From $10,282
Duke Leaders: Dr. Dean Urban

Relish face-to-face encounters with two of the world’s last great frontiers – Southern Patagonia’s majestic fjords and glaciers and Torres del Paine’s stunning scenery – on this remarkable 16-day small group journey showcasing South America’s diversity.  Experience vibrant Buenos Aires during a three-night stay, seeing the Argentinian capital’s highlights, attending a tango show, and touring independently.  After exploring Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city, board a comfortable small ship for an extraordinary four-night cruise through the storied Tierra

Oct 28, 2023 to Nov 5, 2023

Wild Peru Escape: Amazon & Machu Picchu

Price: From $8,730
Duke Leaders: TBD

From the headwaters of the mighty Amazon to living Inca culture, embark on a bucket-list adventure over 9 action-packed days in Peru. Your expedition begins in Lima—Peru’s thriving capital. Drive through the Sacred Valley, and learn about traditional art with a demonstration of Inca weaving at a special lunch. Enjoy a scenic train ride along the Urubamba River Inkaterra Machu Picchu. You’ll have a full day to explore this historic sanctuary before heading to Cusco, the imperial capital of the Inca. 
 

Aug 5, 2023 to Aug 13, 2023

Galápagos

Price: From $8,100
Duke Leaders: Dr. Doug P. Nowacek P '25, P '27

“A little world within itself,” as Darwin described it, where life-altering encounters with animals—curious, or sublimely indifferent to our presence—happen like nowhere else on earth. Each island is uniquely fascinating and magical. You’ll discover the diverse habitats across this legendary volcanic archipelago aboard our well-equipped expedition ship, the 96-guest National Geographic Endeavour II. We’ll use our onboard fleet of nimble Zodiacs and kayaks for up-close explorations.

Oct 28, 2023

Patagonia Explorer

Price: From $7,297, per person, double occupancy from Miami
Duke Leaders: Dr. Lincoln Pratson P'14, P'20

Experience Patagonia, the unspoiled wilderness at lands’ end, at two breathtaking national parks, along with the zest of a stay in Buenos Aires, on this exhilarating 14-day small group journey.  Embarking on a day cruise through the storied Strait of Magellan, see Magdalena Island’s immense Magellanic penguin colony.  At a ranch, get a close-up view of Patagonian Chile, meeting cowboys, watching the amazing sheepdogs, and enjoying a traditional asado lunch.  Explore Torres del Paine National Park’s unparalleled landscape on two full-day excursions.  More jaw-dropping sce

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Feb 19, 2022 to Mar 1, 2022

Costa Rica's Natural Heritage

Price: From $3,495
Duke Leaders: Dr. Deborah Gallagher

In this small Central American democracy kissed by nature, discover a nation’s wealth in four distinct regions, from cloud forest to rainforest, Central Valley to Pacific Coast, with a small group of no more than 18 travelers.

Aug 9, 2021 to Aug 19, 2021

Treasures of Peru

Price: From $4,487
Duke Leaders: TBD

A land of treasures archaeological, cultural, and natural awaits your small group on this engaging 11-day tour. The Peruvian adventure begins with Lima’s highlights, both colonial and modern, including the historic Casa Aliaga and the renowned Larco Herrera Museum.  In historic Cuzco, visit the sacred sites of Koricancha and Santo Domingo. Experience Peru’s rich cultural heritage in the beautiful Sacred Valley, exploring Pisac’s colorful Indian market, admiring Ollantaytambo’s massive ruins, and visiting indigenous villages. After a scenic train ride, encounter Machu P

Feb 25, 2021 to Mar 14, 2021

South American Tapestry

Price: From $6,695
Duke Leaders: TBD

Weaving together such diverse elements as the Andes, a Lake District crossing, and wondrous Iguazu Falls with the urban appeal of Santiago, Buenos Aires, and Rio, this engaging 18-day small group tour renders our South American neighbors in all their beauty and vitality.  First, discover sophisticated Santiago, with its fascinating Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, and encounter colorful Valparaiso.  Take a private winery tour in Chile’s acclaimed Maipo Valley wine-growing region, then dine in a gracious Santiago family’s home.  Spending two nights in Chile’s picturesque Lake Di

Sep 3, 2020 to Sep 14, 2020

Wonders of Peru

Price: from $5,995 - air included for select gateways* and NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
Duke Leaders: TBD

Tap into your sense of adventure and take the journey of a lifetime to Peru and the Amazon rainforest. From the modern capital of Lima to the ancient capital of Cusco and Machu Picchu to the Amazon basin, experience the richness of Peruvian culture. See Lima’s colonial architecture, and savor a home-cooked Peruvian dinner at a landmark home. Explore Incan history at Cusco, Sacsayhuamán and the Sacred Valley. Take a train ride into a cloud forest to the breathtaking sight of Machu Picchu, and cruise into the rainforest aboard the exclusively chartered Delfin III.

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