Find Creative Inspiration
The vast and deep beauty that exists in every corner of the world is almost indescribable in everyday language. That’s why we rely on artists to help us capture it, explore it, and understand it. And that is why many of us ourselves dabble in forms of artistic expression – in an effort to hold onto a scrap of the beauty or poignance that we experience and struggle to express. If you are an explorer who takes particular joy in representing your adventures through art of any sort, it is our privilege to help you craft a journey comprising the conditions you require to work in your medium.
Customize Your Dream Adventure
We are here to help craft tailor-made adventures for individuals, couples, families, and groups of explorers.
Peruvian Panorama
Want to truly see it all? Do it on this fast-paced, all-encompassing Peru trip, with the Amazon, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, the Nazca Lines, and Ballestas Islands.
From $6095 Per Person
Vigorous
Ecuador Highlands Explorer
Explore exquisite Ecuador from Quito to Cuenca, weaving through volcano areas, country villages, and cloud forests, while spending your nights in small ecolodges.
From $4080 Per Person
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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
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Maya Magic
This Guatemala exploration offers a special perspective on Mayan culture, both past and present, and adapts to your specific interests for hiking, nature, crafts, archeology, and contemporary communities.
From $3695 Per Person
Gentle
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
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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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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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Glimmer of Iceland
Pack the best of Iceland into just five days on a guided adventure. Experience the highlights of Reykjavik. See glaciers, waterfalls, hot springs, lagoons, and volcanoes, plus venture inland by super-jeep. Great stopover en route to Europe.
From $4350 Per Person
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Buddhist Valleys of Bhutan
This is a very personally- and compassionately-guided, non-trekking exploration of villages, monuments, and scenic sacred monasteries of the last Buddhist Kingdom.
From $2925 Per Person
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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
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Beyond the Bosphorus
Journeys' best-value comprehensive Turkey exploration offers set departures for small groups. This nicely paced itinerary begins in Istanbul, includes Cappadocia, Antalya, Pamukkale, and Sirince, and concludes with the Roman ruins at Ephesus.
From $3860 Per Person
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Easter Island Adventure
Journey 2,000 miles off the coast of Chile to see the famous Maoi statues carved by the Polynesian settlers of this Pacific island in the 12th-17th centuries. Also marvel at the beaches, volcanoes, and caves.
From $775 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
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
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Bali Isle of Wonders
Bali remains an unspoiled paradise, and stands as a model of ecotourism. Tourist income is reinvested in ritual ceremonies, architecture, traditional arts training, and cultural preservation. Enjoy a simple but refined experience of wonder and beauty.
From $2495 Per Person
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Engaging Antigua and Atitlan
A flexible design for embracing Antigua and Atitlan. Journeys provides the building blocks, including orientation, guides, and logistical support for your personally-tailored experience. Focus on markets and textiles, or history and archaeology, or hiking on forest and volcano trails.
From $2475 Per Person
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Istanbul City Break
Istanbul is one of the best cities in the world for an urban getaway that feels truly exotic. Feast your senses and visit some of the world's significant sites on two continents.
From $895 Per Person
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North India Treasures
This is the India of our imagination; the grace and magnificence of the Taj Mahal, the cultural grandeur or Rajasthan, and the vibrancy of Mumbai.
From $4300 Per Person
Gentle
Islands of Australia & The Great Ocean Road
Wild scenery, Australian animals, and wonderful weather rule southern Australia from October to April. This trip is great for birders and wildlife photographers and anyone seeking authentic nature encounters on some of the most beautiful islands in Australia.
From $4250 Per Person
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Finding Forgotten China
The Dong, Miao and other tribes are still accessible to travelers willing to venture deep into rural and mountainous regions. Enjoy direct contact with people in traditional dress and exceptional opportunities for cultural and landscape photography.
From $2600 Per Person
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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
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An Original Greece Odyssey
Superbly-guided exploration of choice islands, ruins, and landscapes with active days and comfortable accommodations.
From $5500 Per Person
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Captivating Cambodia
Discover the enduring wonders of Angkor Wat and the unfailing hospitality of Buddhist people successfully emerging from a tragic twentieth-century history.
From $1900 Per Person
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Colombia Mountains & Medellin
Explore Bogota, Medellin and Cartagena plus the Andes and coffee country. You will visit Colombia's rich valleys, sample the tropical wonders of Valle de Cocora and experience a wide variety of colonial, artistic and historical features, and enjoy great food.
From $3095 Per Person
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Rare Journey into Japan
Visit Japan in the Fall on this once-only 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, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty that defines Japan's rural charm.
From $7990 Per Person
Gentle
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
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Yunnan Jade Dragon Journey
Explore southern China's Yunnan Province, a feast of natural, scenic, and cultural diversity born of Himalayan mountains, deep valleys, and a history of isolation, Buddhist heritage, and adaptation.
From $3250 Per Person
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Ancient Arts and Temple Gardens of Japan
We've taken the original and very popular Classic and Festive Japan itinerary and tweaked it for those interested in exploring more of the arts, crafts, and gardens that Japan is famous for. Your adventure takes you from vibrant Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and scenic Lake Ashinoko in Hakone, then to the old capital of Kyoto via bullet train.
From $6500 Per Person
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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
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Nepal Namaste!
This is an expertly-guided, flexible exploration for non-hikers who enjoy wildlife, ancient traditions, spiritual discovery, and beautiful mountain scenery.
From $3960 Per Person
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Best of Iceland’s Fire and Ice
See all of the glaciers, waterfalls, hot springs, lagoons, volcanoes, and lava caves you'd expect from this truly exotic land. Sprinkled throughout your days, you'll also get insider opportunities to learn about the history of the island, visit homes of locals, and enjoy meals at farms.
From $5150 Per Person
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Best of the Southern Andes
Explore vibrant Buenos Aires and nearby Colonia, Uruguay. Absorb the scenic splendor of northern Patagonia's Lake District. Drink in (and gobble up) the beauty of wine country. Travel overland to Santiago and Valparaiso, where the mix of historic and contemporary culture will delight you.
From $5725 Per Person
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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
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Croatia’s Dazzling Dalmatian Coast
Discover the ancient towns, seaside, unique food, and warm people of Croatia.
From $5195 Per Person
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Antarctic Explorer
Don't just view Antarctica: hike, kayak, camp, ski, and climb it! This is an active person's polar dream trip for energetically engaging the ice.
From $9715 Per Person
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Havana and the Valley of Viñales
On a short trip, in a very small group, explore big-city Havana and the ancient landscape of the Viñales Valley -- a perfect counterpoint for visitors who want a deep experience of both culture and outdoor adventure in Cuba.
From $4600 Per Person
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Fall Festivals of Bhutan
The Great Tsechu is the cornerstone event of a guided exploration featuring festivals and rituals, Himalayan views, and encounters with remarkable people. Trip fills quickly so we recommend booking early.
From $5570 Per Person
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Morocco Desert and Mountains
This shorter exploration provides an overview of Morocco's fascinating culture and history, encompassing time to meander Morocco's markets and mountains in Meknes, Marrakech, and Merzouga, roam from coastal ruins to Sahara dunes and much more.
From $3700 Per Person
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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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