Walk some of the most beautiful segments of the iconic pilgrimage route of Spain's Camino de Santiago. Explore the cities of Burgos and Leon. Visit a wine cellar in Rioja and stop at the Shrine of San Juan de Ortega. Hike to stunning views of Galician landscapes and enjoy picnic lunches and talks "in the field." Conclude at the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, the finest example of both Romanesque and Baroque art in Spain. Experience this expertly guided trip, while staying in centrally located hotels so that you can enjoy exploring on your own.

Encounter a mélange of culture, religion, art and architecture. Tour Kyrgyzstan's capital Bishkek and learn about nomadic life in the village of Burana. ExploreRussian-accented Almaty in Kazakhstan. In Uzbekistan discover Khiva, a UNESCO site; watch silk weavers and visit an art studio in Bukhara; experience Samarkand's treasures; and see the world's oldest Quaran in Tashkent.

Experience Cairo’s Egyptian Museum and the open-air museum at Memphis. Explore the necropolis at Saqqara, the enigmatic Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza. Relax during a cruise on Lake Nasser. See the temples at Abu Simbel and sail down the Nile River on a cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Visit the Valleys of the Kings and Queens and the great complex of Karnak.  Optional Jordan extension.