Do New Things
You are a true adventure traveler: someone who wants to extend beyond your comfort zone to try something new in pursuit of wonder, discovery, and maybe even transformation. Travel opens your eyes beyond the familiar. Congratulations, brave soul – because the people who take the risk to try something new will get the greatest reward. You will see the most stunning sights. You will feel the deepest thrills. You will learn the most fascinating facts. You will gain the most broadening perspectives. Cheers to those who adventure deeper.
Customize Your Dream Adventure
We are here to help craft tailor-made adventures for individuals, couples, families, and groups of explorers.
Tibetan Treasures
Satisfy your curiosity about Tibet on this 11-day journey that will fill your spiritual well and leave you wanting more. With visits to Tibetan cities, countrysides, villages, and mountains, plus palaces, monasteries, and handicraft centers, this trip is a cultural, scenic, and engaging feast for the senses.
From $3800 Per Person
Active
Trek to Sacred Chomolhari
Trek through ancient mountain battlegrounds of warrior monks whose legends still echo in deep glacial valleys, never-conquered peaks, and dense, dark forests.
From $5085 Per Person
Demanding
Savoring Southeast Asia
This is a comprehensive overview of four countries: Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. Packed full of a wide variety of cultural, historical, and recreational activities, Savoring Southeast Asia is perfect for the traveler who is interested in "sampling" every aspect of each country.
From $4700 Per Person
Gentle
Trekking to Petra
This active adventure through Jordan includes a five-day 47-mile hike from Dana to Petra. Before your hike begins, though, enjoy explorations of the vibrant city of Amman, the relics of Madaba, Karak, and Dana Nature Reserve. Once your hike to Petra is complete, your adventure continues with a jeep safari exploring Wadi Rum, plus time to splash and play in the Dead Sea.
From $5150 Per Person
Challenging
Undiscovered Bolivia
Embark on a comprehensive exploration of an extraordinarily varied, culturally rich and little-visited country in the heart of South America. Note the striking contrasts, from the tropics to the Andes, from the salt flats to Lake Titicaca. You will wonder why so few other tourists come to experience the colorful traditions and stunning landscapes of this destination brimming with vibrance.
From $5395 Per Person
Active
Wild Patagonia Nature Odyssey
Explore the scenic and wildlife wonders of Patagonia with active hiking, sailing, birding, and glacier walking in this land of high peaks, high winds, and high adventure.
From $6495 Per Person
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The Monarchs of Michoacan
Join the magnificent monarch butterflies on their winter migration among the oyamel fir forests where they escape the cold every year. Also enjoy the ambience of colonial Morelia and the traditional artistry of communities on the shores of Lake Patzcuaro.
From $4150 Per Person
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Tumbuna Festival
The Tumbuna Sing Sing is a spectacular celebration of the local traditions, dress and dance—but smaller than the other more famous festivals. Choosing Tumbuna allows for visiting at a time when fewer tourists are in Papua New Guinea.
From $6935 Per Person
Active
Baja: Whales & Waves
A breathtaking desert and coast adventure packed with activities from swimming, picnics, and hiking to village visits, to whale watching in Magdelena Bay, kayaking in Balandra Bay, and swimming with sea lions at Los Islotes. This trip's exciting outdoor activities, unique wildlife experiences, and relaxing beaches create an all-around excellent family adventure.
From $4875 Per Person
Active
Pure Panama Adventure for Families
Panama comes alive on this active and engaging family tour as you traverse the country's waterways, hike into lush cloud forests, snorkel over coral reefs, and visit indigenous villages. Always accompanied by a kid-friendly naturalist guide.
From $2295 Per Person
Gentle
Karibu, Tanzania!
Originally a family safari, this itinerary was so popular that travelers sans kids started asking for it, too. You'll see it all—lions, rhinos, zebras, hyenas, hippos, baboons, and more—from the safety of your 4x4s. Stay in quaint safari camps and remote lodges along the way.
From $5850 Per Person
Active
Black-Necked Crane Festival
Celebrate with locals at this autumn festival timed for the annual crane migration. The trip is about art, beauty, revelry, and understanding the Buddhist spirit of Bhutan.
From $4365 Per Person
Active
Apes, Arts, and Dragons
The best expedition to see natural and cultural sites in Indonesia. See Komodo dragons, orangutans, the great sights of Java and the beauty and arts of Bali
From $4575 Per Person
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Madagascar: Lemurs! Lemurs!
Madagascar, an island that evolved in isolation from mainland Africa, presents entirely unique flora and fauna. This fantastic overview introduces travelers to varied environments and myriad species—including many different lemurs—found nowhere else.
From $5595 Per Person
Vigorous
Cappadocia, Ephesus and the Coast
Sail by gulet to small Mediterranean coves, wander among fairy chimneys and cave dwellings in Cappadocia, explore some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in the world in Ephesus, and seek out grand mosques while experiencing everything Istanbul has to offer.
From $4395 Per Person
Active
Competitours USA Family Adventure
Get ready for a surprise itinerary that will take you into the heart of local cultures around the USA. Friendly competition and hands-on challenges will take you and your family just outside your comfort zone and into the zone of delightful adventure. We plan the details and give you a packing list.
From $3625 Per Person
Active
Competitours Central America Adventure
Get ready for a surprise itinerary that will take you into the heart of local cultures around Central America. Friendly competition and hands-on challenges will take you and your teammate just outside your comfort zone and into the zone of delightful adventure. We plan the details and give you a packing list.
From $4350 Per Person
Active
Full Moon Kili Summit, Safari & Zanzibar
This three-part trip includes the best of Tanzania! Start by climbing Kilimanjaro via the Rongai route, considered by many easier and more scenic than the main Marangu trail. Then, go on safari with the goal of seeing "the big five," and finish by relaxing on the beaches of Zanzibar island.
From $8195 Per Person
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Inside Semana Santa
Enjoy the effusive pageantry of Holy Week when the streets of Antigua are carpeted with intricate designs of flowers. Visit Mayan markets and villages, learn about the culture and textiles. Choose the week that includes Palm Sunday or Good Friday. Book early!
From $3450 Per Person
Gentle
Mt. Hagen Show Tour Panorama
Witness the famous Mt. Hagen sing-sing show, then visit the fabled Sepik River, Tari Highlands, and accompanied by great local guides.
From $6885 Per Person
Active
Family-friendly Japan
Japan is a spectacular dynamic destination for the entire family. Experience the profound traditions and the 21st century energy. Join a group in summer or visit on your dates. Early April is cherry blossom time!
From $4200 Per Person
Gentle
Italy Inspiration Sampler
Journeys International's Italy offerings are as flexible as your imagination. We present a sample itinerary based on the goals of many first-time travelers to Italy and some of our favorite spots. Your unique preferences and passions will let us customize an adventure for you and any companions you might bring.
From $3800 Per Person
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Classic and Festive Japan
Take in Japan's highlights and contrasts, and meet the Japanese as they welcome you with open arms. If you go in May, you'll witness Aoi Matsuri, and elaborate festival in Kyoto showcasing hundreds of people in grand imperial court costume.
From $5900 Per Person
Gentle
Mt. Hagen Show Tour Vista
See the spectacular Hagen sing-sing and the fabled Sepik River, Tari Highlands, and Waghi Valley, all with top-level accommodations and an expert escort.
From $9999 Per Person
Active
Silk Road through the Stans
Travel overland through four countries: Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. Spectacular Islamic architecture will take your breath away on visits to many mosques and mausoleums. Learn how history has unfolded and traditions have persisted in these unique countries, from the days of the silk road through the confederation and dissolution of the Soviet Union, and continuing today. Find deeper understanding of the crossroads between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe on this epic journey.
From $4600 Per Person
Active
Competitours USA Escapade
Get ready for a surprise itinerary that will take you into the heart of local cultures around the USA. Friendly competition and hands-on challenges will take you and your teammate just outside your comfort zone and into the zone of delightful adventure. We plan the details and give you a packing list.
From $4125 Per Person
Active
Classic Goroka Show Tour
Combine a classic sing-sing show with explorations of the fabled Sepik River, Tari Highlands, and Waghi Valley, all with top-level accommodations.
From $9865 Per Person
Active
Turkey Adventure with Teens
Hike the moonscape of Cappadocia. Sleep in a cave hotel. Roam the ruins at Ephesus. Set sail in the Mediterranean, and swim in the turquoise waters. How can learning be so much fun?!
From $3695 Per Person
Active
In Search of the Snow Leopard
Naturalist-guides have been monitoring a particular Snow Leopard population in Ladakh. Observing and photographing these Snow Leopards will be the main goal of this trip. Spot other mammals and birds as well, and enjoy traditional Ladakhi hospitality.
From $5550 Per Person
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South India Treasures
A lovely overview of the gentler, greener, southern half of India. Focus on the cultural and natural highlights of the states of Tamil Nadu and Karala. Experience safari, village life, and artistry.
From $4200 Per Person
Gentle
Nature & Cultures of Northern Thailand
Enjoy a very personal exploration of the cultures and natural environments of northern Thailand. This is an active, flexible itinerary made all the more wonderful by the personal hosting at two of Thailand's most unique, most lovingly-run, eco-lodges.
From $2950 Per Person
Active
Ultimate Mongolia with Naadam Festival
Outstanding leadership, scenery, accommodations, and a celebration of Mongolian culture and rituals. The Naadam Festival will be a highlight, with its great displays of horsemanship, wrestling, and pageantry. Nothing else like it on the planet!
From $5400 Per Person
Active
Vivid Argentina
Explore vibrant Buenos Aires. Drink in the beauty of wine country. Marvel at the glacial icescapes of Patagonia. Wonder at the sheer volume of Iguazu Falls. Gain a deeper understanding of a remarkable, diverse destination.
From $4750 Per Person
Active
Wild Indonesia for Families with Teens
Enjoy hiking, snorkeling and close-up, intimate wildlife experiences on an adventure designed especially for families with active teens. Activities include a visit to a cultural arts high school, a day within a royal Balinese family compound, and encounters with Orangutans, Komodo Dragons, Probocis Monkeys and coral reefs.
From $4450 Per Person
Vigorous
Cape Town Stopover & Wine Country
Explore Cape Town and its surrounds with penguins at Boulders Beach, photos at Cape Point, history on Robben Island, views from Table Mountain, wine in Franschoek, and more.
From $1535 Per Person
Active
Sacred Valley Week
Focus on the heart of the ancient Inca Empire while based in comfortable ecolodges. Visit little-known sites and hike ancient off-the-beaten-path trails. An astounding week!
From $3195 Per Person
Active
¡Yes, Yu-ca-tan!
Join this active and engaging experience that takes you away from the crowds. Enjoy cooking lessons, biking, hiking, kayaking, and swimming in cenotes; learn how the Mayas lived years ago; explore colonial architecture; and see wildlife at a large coastal wetland and wildlife refuge.
From $2750 Per Person
Active
Taj Mahal, Temples, and Tigers
The perfect India trip for travelers looking to experience both the natural and cultural highlights of India. Explore the cultural riches of Delhi, Jaipur, and Khajuraho and search for wildlife at three fantastic parks.
From $4850 Per Person
Active
Rare Journey into Japan
Visit Japan in the Fall on this Rare Journey! You'll see the best of Tokyo and Kyoto - but this trip really highlights the more remote villages and distinctive culture of Japan. Join cross-cultural expert David Everhart to connect with local communities, understand customs, visit unique shrines and temples, enjoy spectacular traditional meals and immerse yourself in the natural beauty that defines Japan's rural charm.
From $10200 Per Person
Vigorous
Rare Spitsbergen Explorer: Wildlife Capital of the Arctic
Spot incredible wildlife among the islands of the Svalbard Archipelago, admire the spectacular scenery, and learn from experts including climate change professor Dr. Mike Shriberg.
From $7407 Per Person
Active
Rainforest Week for Families
Unique, economical, easy, adventurous, educational, and fun for ages 4-84. Come with your children and/or grandchildren, and enjoy all activities from two cozy, comfortable lodges set amidst tropical gardens.
From $1995 Per Person
Gentle
Cultural Discovery of West Africa
This comprehensive overland tour through Ghana, Togo, and Benin includes the most well-known sites in these three countries, plus an immersion in the region's rich culture, diversity, and off-the-beaten-path opportunities.
From $7500 Per Person
Active
Festive Journey through Tibet
Satisfy your curiosity about Tibet on this festive 12-day journey that will fill your spiritual well and leave you wanting more. Schedule your dates around the festivities of summer's Damar festival, visit palaces and monasteries, and enjoy wonderful cultural interaction. Cross city, village, countryside, and mountain terrain on a scenic and engaging feast for the senses.
From $4450 Per Person
Active
A Taste of Mongolia
A short tour that still covers all the must-see landscapes of this beautiful and sparsely populated country. Meet the friendly, but shy nomadic locals that make their homes in traditional gers as they tend to the livestock and admire the beauty of the country from the vast grasslands to the lush green mountains at Terelj and Hustai National Parks, plus look for dinosaur bones in the barren Gobi Desert at the Flaming Cliffs.
From $4650 Per Person
Active
Views, Valleys, and Visions
On this ten-day immersion in Buddhist culture, you may catch glimpses of the forest spirits, the grazing takin, or at least a musk deer, bearded vulture, or black-necked crane. Includes optional hike hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery.
From $4700 Per Person
Active
Palaces and Pagodas
Experience the serenity and Buddhist character of Laos with a personal guide and comfortable accommodations.
From $2000 Per Person
Gentle
Baja Adventure Retreat
Experience the incredibly diverse Baja peninsula on this easily customizable trip that's close to home. Spend half of your time in Todos Santos, where you'll surf the waves, horseback ride on the beach, hike the cliffs, tour the town, and stay in a charming casita. Then, move on to Espiritu Santo National Park for a few days of luxury camping in on the beach. Here you'll kayak, snorkel, hike, swim with sea lions, stand-up paddle board, bird watch, check out cave art, and visit hidden lagoons and desert beaches.
From $3850 Per Person
Active
Best of Botswana and Zimbabwe
Visit the most animal-rich sanctuaries of Botswana and Zimbabwe, offering countless photo opportunities and intimate nature experiences. Top the trip off with a stop in Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
From $7595 Per Person
Active
Meandering the Mekong
Demystify the Mekong by floating along a very scenic stretch and then explore the charming city of Luang Prabang in Laos.
From $2900 Per Person
Gentle
Competitours Europe Adventure
Friendly competition and hands-on challenges will take you and your teammate just outside your comfort zone in the original stomping grounds of Competitours - Europe. This delightful adventure will follow a surprise itinerary that reveals itself as the trip unfolds. We plan the details and give you a packing list.
From $4250 Per Person
Challenging
Surprising Journey into the Balkans
Group challenges will take you and your group just outside your comfort zones on a tantalizing itinerary through the Balkans. This delightful adventure will follow a surprise itinerary that reveals itself as the trip unfolds between Tirana, Albania, and Split, Croatia. We plan the details and give you a packing list.
From $5575 Per Person
Active
Cultural and Animal Encounters in Uganda
With opportunities to meet villagers, learn cultural traditions, spot the big five safari animals, track mountain gorillas, view waterfalls, and visit community development projects, this trip includes more highlights than any other trip to Uganda and Rwanda. This itinerary was hand-crafted by our top-rated guide, Paul Tamwenya.
From $6500 Per Person
Active
Cultural Discovery of West Africa
This comprehensive overland tour through Ghana, Togo, and Benin includes the most well-known sites in these three countries, plus an immersion in the region's rich culture, diversity, and off-the-beaten-path opportunities.
From $7595 Per Person
Active
Discover South Korea
A superbly guided exploration of the most venerated, significant and impressive cultural, religious and historical sites of South Korea. Explore Seoul, Gyeonju, Jeju, Busan and the DMZ, learning about the unique aspects of Korean culture and history. Gain a personally-guided insight into the spirit and energy of contemporary Korean society.
From $3900 Per Person
Gentle
Belize Cayo and the Caye
Marvel at the Mayan mysteries and rainforest wonders of this quintessential tropical environment in the company of a great naturalist guide. Stay in cozy ecolodges.
From $3995 Per Person
Gentle
Secrets of Siam
Appreciate the the beauty and serenity of Buddhist Thailand from lovely eco-lodges in the northern hill country.
From $2995 Per Person
Active
G’Day Australia for Families!
Immerse your family in the living wonders and legends of Australia. Enjoy close-up encounters with wildlife, foods, rain forests, reefs, and great, kid-friendly, "strine-speaking" Aussie guides.
From $2750 Per Person
Gentle
Karibu, Tanzania! Family Safari
The ultimate family safari! See it all—lions, rhinos, zebras, hyenas, hippos, baboons, and more. Following the great seasonal migration may be the most spectacular wildlife experience on earth. In addition to seeing great numbers of animals, you will spend time in a tribal village and visit the hunter-gatherer Hadzabe people. All generations of families are welcome!
From $5250 Per Person
Vigorous
Lodge-Based Galapagos
All the wildlife of a Galapagos cruise, with more active options, more time with locals, and more space and flexibility to explore. Immerse yourself in this spectacularly abundant archipelago.
From $9500 Per Person
Active
Mekong River Cruise
Enjoy eight days cruising on the Jayavarman and explore the Cu Chi Tunnels and Angkor Temples ruins.
From $4700 Per Person
Gentle
Baja Short Stay
This short excursion is a perfect addition to any Mexico adventure offering a variety of activities from just relaxing on the beach to surfing the waves or kayaking. Other activities may include horseback riding and hiking.
From $795 Per Person
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