Delight in a winning combination of historic, artistic, and culinary gems, along with the region’s French heritage and the traditions of its Indigenous Peoples. In Ottawa, delve into the nation’s history, archaeology, and diverse cultures at the Canadian Museum of History and its exceptional art at the National Gallery of Canada. While in Montreal, explore the vibrant old town founded in 1642; St. Joseph’s Oratory, Canada’s largest church; and Habitat 67, an architectural icon, plus enjoy a light show inside the stunning Basilica Notre-Dame and a musical performance at the Bourgie Concert Hall. In Québec City, stroll through enchanting Old Québec, the birthplace of French North America, and tour the grand cathedral and fortress.

Uncover the wonders of Croatia, Montenegro, and Italy on this fantastic 8-night cruise. Cruise aboard the World Traveller, calling at medieval villages, storied archaeological sites, and small ports. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the Old City of Dubrovnik; the old town Kotor; Split’s fourth-century Palace of Diocletian; and the remarkable Trulli in Alberobello.  Your journey is complemented by the expertise of local guides and on-board lecturers, including special guest speaker Darius Arya, archaeologist and author based in Rome. Choose to extend your stay with the Dubrovnik Pre-Tour and/or the Venice Post-Tour extensions.

Visit six extraordinary Scandinavian and Baltic Sea countries on this culturally engaging itinerary. Explore Tallinn’s UNESCO World Heritage‑designated Old Town, virtually unchanged for 600 years. Discover Helsinki’s Sibelius Park, an artistic homage to Finland’s most famous composer, and the subterranean Temppeliaukio Church. Tour Riga, brimming with 18th- and 19th-century Art Nouveau/Jugendstil architecture. See the magnificent Neptune’s Fountain in Gdansk and the iconic shipyard where Solidarity was born. Enjoy a canal cruise in Copenhagen and meander through historic Gothenburg. Stockholm Pre-Tour Extension and/or the Norway Post-Tour Extensions are available.

Travel through Peru with archaeologist Bill Saturno and engage with the country’s remarkable natural and cultural heritage. Begin in Lima and the Larco Herrera Museum. Fly north to the coastal city of Trujillo to learn about the Moche and Chimú civilizations through visits to Huacas del Sol y la Luna, the adobe city of Chan Chan, and the intricate murals of El Brujo. Then travel to the Sacred Valley of the Inca to focus on traditional weaving in Chinchero, Andean agriculture at the Urubamba farmers market, and the region’s native orchid species. Visit the 15th-century citadel of Machu Picchu before ending in Cuzco, the former Incan capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Join our 14-night program and sail on the small expedition ship Diana, which provides convenient access to sites in Ghana, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau, Gambia and Senegal, many of which would be difficult to reach by other means. Visit Kakum National Park, the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the Bijagos Archipelago, Abuko Nature Reserve, and Makasutu Culture Forest where you will encounter a marvelous diversity of abundant wildlife. Also visit important historical and cultural sites, many which demonstrate the complex relations between Africa and Europe. Experience the Africa that few people have a chance to see.

Experience the wealth of cultures in historic Colombia. Begin in Bogota, Colombia’s capital, and one of the largest cities in Latin America. Take a walking tour through La Candelaria, then head out of the city for a day trip to Zipaquira. In Medellin, participate in a local coffee experience, then travel to Santa Elena to learn about the flower farms it's known for.  The port city of Cartagena is next, where you take a tour of its Historic Center and 16th-century San Pedro Claver Church, now a museum. Your next destination are the beautiful Rosario Islands with their white sand beaches.

Astonishing beauty and consummate adventure await on this wonderfully diverse 18-day Southern Africa small group journey. Explore Johannesburg’s renowned Soweto district. Staying near Zimbabwe’s spectacular Victoria Falls, embark on a “Sundowner” Zambezi cruise and a rhino safari. Enjoy a full-day safari in Botswana’s exceptional Chobe National Park. In Namibia, encounter Sossusvlei’s immense dunes and cruise along the storied Namibian coast. With four final nights in beautiful Cape Town, tour the city, the Winelands, and the Cape of Good Hope. Experience the extraordinary Kruger region with an optional 4-day/3-night post-tour extension

Spend two nights in Singapore, two nights in Bali, and eight nights cruising the islands of Indonesia, including Bali, Java, and Komodo Island on a luxury itinerary that blends nature, culture, and history. Visit the UNESCO-inscribed Borobudur Temple, one of the largest Buddhist monuments in the world, and Prambanan Temple, the largest complex of Hindu temples in Indonesia. Search for orangutans in Borneo and take a guided walking safari of UNESCO-designated Komodo National Park, home to the largest lizard on Earth, the Komodo dragon. Enhance your tour with the Bali Post-Program option.

Discover European coastal life on this 10-night cruise down the Bay of Biscay aboard the luxurious Le Lapérouse. Charming French ports, lively Spanish cities, and the rich heritage of Portuguese traditions await.  Gain insight into French Basque history in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Visit the town's iconic outdoor market and the Church of Jean Baptiste. Admire Bilbao's blend of tradition and modernity, including its star attraction, the Guggenheim Museum. Tour Universidad Laboral in Gijón, followed by a tasting of Asturian cider. Experience Santiago de Compostela’s Old Town—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and key pilgrimage site. Stroll Porto’s historic center, known for its winding streets, colorful Ribeira district, and iconic Dom Luís I Bridge. Optional extensions in Bordeaux and Lisbon.

Experience eight distinct countries and sail the mighty Danube River aboard the MS Amadeus Queen, and bookended with 3 nights in Prague, Czech Republic, and two nights in Sofia, Bulgaria. Visit Vienna, Bratislava, and Belgrade, and feast your eyes on an illuminated Budapest on an evening cruise. Discover beauty around every bend, from the picturesque Wachau Valley to Melk Abbey and the Iron Gate Gorge to idyllic villages. Taste delicacies in Croatia’s Slavonia region and enjoy a Viennese waltz performance.