Escorted Tours

Kenya: A Classic Safari

Small Group Tour

Experience the sheer beauty of Africa on this magnificent Kenya safari. Behold the most majestic animals in the world including giraffe, cheetah, zebra, leopard, lion, elephant, rhino, gazelle, hyena, Cape buffalo, Nile crocodile’s and more. Explore the Samburu National Reserve, the Maasai Mara National Reserve and Amboseli National Park which offers spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls

Small Group Tour

A journey to southern Africa combines visits to Cape Town and Johannesburg with awe inspiring game reserves. Explore Cape Town and Johannesburg and learn about South Africa history and traditions. Search for lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and Cape buffalos and other wildlife at the Kapama Private Game Reserve and visit the incredible Victoria Falls.

Tanzania: Serengeti to Zanzibar

Earth Journeys: Created by Tauck & BBC Earth

Journey into Tanzania for an incredible safari adventure. Participate in game drives, explore the Ngorongoro Crater, observe Africa’s Big Five in the Serengeti, and visit the island of Zanzibar known for its spices and a blend of Moorish, Middle Eastern and African cultures.

Botswana, South Africa & Zambia

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Celebrate the highlights of Southern Africa as you visit Botswana, South Africa and Zambia and explore some of the world’s largest areas of unspoiled wilderness and wildlife left on the planet. Combine luxury with adventure and unique experiences.

South Africa: An Elegant Adventure

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Discover the best of South Africa on this 12 day tour. Taste some of the world’s best wines in the Cape Winelands. Be led by skilled rangers and trackers on private game drives in and around Kruger National Park. Visit the elephants in the Zambezi and the incredible Victoria Falls.

Kenya & Tanzania: The Safari Experience

Small Group Tour

Embark of a magical safari in Kenya and Tanzania featuring unique experiences, stunning landscapes and majestic wildlife. Visit Samburu and Maasai Mara Reserves, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Tarangire National Park and view zebra, giraffe, ostrich, lion, cheetah, elephant, chimpanzees and crocodiles.

Tanzania: The Serengeti & Beyond

Small Group Tour

Tanzania is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking game reserves and stunning landscapes. This safari experience includes both Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park and Tarangire National Park. Each boasts different wildlife including lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo and black rhinos.

Kenya & Tanzania: A Classic Safari

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From the moment you step into the legendary Serengeti you will be amazed by the majestic animals in Kenya and Tanzania. Discover local villages, take an incredible hot air balloon ride for a unique view of the Masai Mara, and participate in an exclusive nighttime game drive.

India Escape

Journey to India and be amazed with the country’s enchanting history, beauty and culture on this tour of the Golden Triangle. Explore Old Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb and Delhi’s most prominent Sikh temple. In Agra behold the awe inspiring Taj Mahal, built in memory of Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan’s his beloved wife. The opulence of Jaipur is highlighted with the Amber Fort and the City Palace Museum.

Exploring Vietnam & Cambodia

Small-Group Discovery Tour

A tour to Vietnam and Cambodia highlights some of the best of Southeast Asia and its beauty, history and unique cultures. Explore some of its cosmopolitan cities and smaller villages including an impressive overnight cruise on Halong Bay. Discover ancient temples including the spectacular Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Banyon Temple and Ta Prohm.

Treasures of China

Small-Group Discovery Tour

The highlights of China await you as you discover Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin, and Shanghai. In Beijing visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the incredible Great Wall of China. See the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an and enjoy the mountain views as you cruise the Li River in Guilin. The tour ends in Shanghai, a global city with a long history that beautifully combines Chinese & Western cultures.

A Portrait of India

India is steeped in history and culture and this unique tour guides you from the lavish palaces and forts in the north to the Ganges River and then south to the canal-laced Kerala. Discover the many colors of India. Stay in the world’s top luxury hotels, participate in unique tours and events and meet the local people to better understand the many unique cultures that make up India.

Indochina: Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos

Includes Stories by Ken Burns

This 16 day Tauck tour, Indochina: Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, takes you through the heart of three amazing countries with a history of conflict, creation and culture that few travelers get to experience on this level. Filmed narratives from legendary storyteller Ken Burns will guide you along the way on this incredible journey.

Discover Japan

Experience Japan’s history and culture on this escorted tour that includes Tokyo, Matsumoto, Takayama, Shirakawa, Kanazawa and Kyoto. Explore ancient pagodas, temples and shrines, several UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the largest Buddha in Japan. View Mount Fuji, take a Japanese cooking class, visit traditional thatched houses and tour one of Japan’s greatest gardens.

Northern India & Nepal

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This incredible tour takes you from high above the earth in the Himalaya Mountains to the Arabian Sea. Visit Nepal and discover Kathmandu and Bahktapur. Take in the awe-inspiring Mount Everest from a private plane. Search for tigers and white horned Rhinos in Nepal. In India explore the historic Delhi and Mumbai and view the stunning Taj Mahal.

Essence of Japan

This amazing 13 day Tauck tour is called Essence of Japan. You’ll experience so much of what Japan has to offer from storied temples to the bright lights and skyscrapers that showcase the industrial side of this cultural hotspot. From Hiroshima to Kyoto and Tokyo, you’ll stay in premiere hotels and enjoy once-in-a-lifetime excursions like tea ceremonies and even a sake brewing class.

Across Australia by Train

Explore Australia on this amazing rail tour across Australia. Begin in Sydney and continue to Melbourne and Adelaide before boarding the Indian Pacific train. En route discover Kangaroo Island, the Seal Bay Conservation Park and the Cleland Wildlife Park. Enjoy wine tasting at a local vineyard and dinner under the stars before ending the trip in Perth.

Highlights of Australia & New Zealand

Incredible adventures await you on this New Zealand and Australia tour. Float through the Waitomo caves in New Zealand and visit the farm from the set of Lord of the Rings. Enjoy the beauty of Fjordland National Park, Milford Sound, Waimungu Volcanic Valley and Queenstown. In Australia visit Melbourne, Port Douglas, the Great Barrier Reef and Sydney.

Wine of Australia & New Zealand

Celebrate Australian and New Zealand wines on this incredible wine tour. Visit Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Auckland, Napier, Wellington, and Queenstown and the wine regions of Yarra Valley and Barossa Valley in Australia and Hawke's Bay region in New Zealand. Also discover Kangaroo Island, Healesville Sanctuary and Fiordland National Park.

Spotlight on New Zealand

The Spotlight on New Zealand tour is a 10 day Tauck tour highlighting some of the best destinations that New Zealand has to offer. You’ll travel on exclusive charter flights to both the North and South islands from Auckland to Queenstown. Your luxury tour will bring you from glaciers to national parks even on a helicopter ride to Bob’s Peak.

Best of New Zealand with Sydney

This adventure to Australia and New Zealand is filled with dramatic landscapes, cultural experiences and the top attractions. In New Zealand explore Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch, the scenic Southern Alps, the breathtaking Fjords and Milford Sound. Complete the trip with a 3-night stay in Sydney.

Spotlight on Australia

This 11 day Tauck tour is called Spotlight on Australia including some of the top hotels in the most desirable destinations Australia has to offer. Your tour will take you from Melbourne via private charter around to Ayers Rock on to Cairns and wrapping up in Sydney. You’ll cruise the Great Barrier Reef, see the top landmarks and truly get to experience Australia.

Grand Australia & New Zealand

The Grand Australia & New Zealand tour from Tauck is a 20 day adventure from the desert outback to big city life with stops at glaciers, rainforests and even the Great Barrier Reef. This Tauck World Discovery tour truly shows you everything these two great countries have to offer. Your trip includes top hotels with charter flights.

Scottish Lochs & Castles Tour

Guided Family Vacation Option

Scotland is known for its lakes & castles and here you will explore the highlights with a Loch Ness cruise, a Scottish Highland train ride and a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia. Both kids and adults will enjoy the sheepdog demonstration and the treasure hunt at the Atholl Palace Hotel. You will also visit Stirling, Blair and Edinburgh Castles and the town of St. Andrews.

Elegant Ireland

Small Group Departures Available

Explore the undiscovered side of Ireland. Beginning in Dublin your tour takes you to West Cork, Killarney, Ennis and Galway. Along the way you will visit ancient ruins, enchanting villages before ending the tour at the Dunboyne Castle Hotel.

German Highlights

This exceptional tour to Germany greets you with stunning scenery, captivating history, fairytale castles and medieval towns. You’ll visit the cities of Frankfurt, Cologne, Berlin, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Munich, Oberammergau, and Heidelberg. Highlights stops at Neuschwanstein Castle, the Cologne Cathedral, Lake Constance, the Zwinger Palace and the Black Forest.

A Week in the Baltics

This 8 day Baltic states tour is called A Week in the Baltics and this luxury Tauck tour packs more into those 8 days than anyone could ask for. Travel through Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania taking in the architectural brilliance of castles, enjoying the medieval history of the area and taking in some exclusive opportunities only available on a Tauck tour.

The Scandinavian

The Scandinavian Tour is a perfect introduction to the northern capitals. Exploring Denmark, Sweden and Norway, you will encounter stunning landscapes, embrace local culture, and learn about the area’s history. This escorted tour visits Copenhagen, Arhus, Gothenburg, Stockholm, Karlstad, Lillehammer, Flåm, Bergen, Geilo and Oslo and features famous highlights and local treasures.

A Week In London and Paris

This luxury tour is called A Week in London and Paris and, you guessed it, this is an epic week long adventure through two of the world's most magical cities, London and Paris. Where some travel tours spend time exploring a wide variety of cities and towns across any given area, this tour focuses in-depth on just these two amazing cities.

Iceland Adventure

This exciting Icelandic adventure welcomes you to a land boasting spectacular glaciers, active volcanoes and magnificent waterfalls. Explore the capital city of Reykjavik and take a whale watching cruise. Visit the Waterfall of the Gods and the blue Lake Mývatn which is surrounded by volcanic craters and geothermal activity. Depending on the season you may even see the Northern Lights.

Russian Glories, Baltic Treasures

Russian Glories, Baltic Treasures is a luxury 14 day tour that brings you to Russia and the old-world Baltic cities. You’ll visit castles, medieval destinations and even the Kremlin and the Red Square. This luxury tour includes exclusive experiences that Tauck tours are so well known for: from guided tours to private performances.

Zagreb to Dubrovnik

A journey from Zagreb to Dubrovnik allows you to discover a part of Europe less traveled. Explore historic Zagreb including St. Mark’s Church, St. Catherine’s Church, the Cathedral, Parliament, and Government Palace. Visit Sarajevo’s Turkish bazaar, the Husref Bay’s Mosque and the Olympic Stadium. End the tour in Dubrovnik including and excursion to Montenegro.

French Sampler

The beauty of France varies from place to place. The French Sampler tour offers a delightful overview of everything French. On this tour you will visit the great cities of Paris, Beaune, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Nice and Monte Carlo, Monaco. Explore the enchanting history of Paris. Stroll the quaint towns in Provence. Sip wine in Burgundy and create your own fragrance in Eze.

Greek Island Hopper

Greece’s beautiful islands are surrounded by the stunning blue Aegean Sea and steeped in history. Tour ancient Athens and visit the Acropolis before taking a ferry to Mykonos. Stroll through this delightful island with its narrow streets and beautiful beaches. In Santorini enjoy wine tasting, sample local specialties and wander the cobblestone streets before flying back to Athens.

Venice, Florence & Rome

Visit the best of Italy on this amazing tour. Discover Venice and its colorful history, glorious architecture and romantic canals. In Florence, take in the incredible art then travel through the stunning Tuscan countryside and explore Assisi, home to St. Francis. The tour ends in Rome where you will visit the Vatican, the Coliseum, Palantine Hill and the Roman Forum.

A Week in Puglia

The A Week in Puglia tour is an 8 day luxury journey through an area of Italy that far too often goes overlooked. This small group luxury tour winds through some of the most gorgeous seascapes and charming villages you’ll find in all of Europe. It's time to discover there's nothing quite like a week in Puglia.

Provence

The Provence tour is one of the most desirable luxury travel tours in all of France. These 8 days include a well-balanced schedule of activities and a unique perspective that embrace the art and culinary and the history of Provence. This truly is the perfect travel tour for anyone interested in food, art, history or wine.

Italian Mosaic

The Italian Mosaic Tour is the perfect combination of Italy’s most iconic cities and some of the most beautiful landscapes and smaller towns. Highlights include the cities of Rome, Florence, Venice and Assisi. You will also discover historic Pompeii, scenic Cinque Terre, Sorrento and Capri as well as the beautiful Lake Maggiore.

Spain and Portugal

The Spain and Portugal tour is a 14 day adventure taking you to the best destinations in the Iberian peninsula. This culturally enriching tour features luxury accommodations and stops in Lisbon and Sintra and Evora. You’ll move on to Spain, visiting cities like Seville, Madrid and Cordoba to get a true understanding of the area.

America's Historic East

Go back in history on this East Coast tour that starts in Washington, DC. Discover Jamestown Settlement and Colonial Williamsburg. Explore Richmond, Jefferson’s Monticello and Mount Vernon. Other visits include Shenandoah National Park, Yorktown Historical Battlefield Park, Valley Forge, and Harper’s Ferry National Historic Park. The tour ends in historic Philadelphia.

Cape Cod, The Islands and Newport

The Cape Cod, the Islands and Newport tour is an 8 day adventure from Tauck tours that covers this famous slice of New England. This unique tour covers much of Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod with stops Boston, Newport and more. You’ll stay in luxury accommodations and visit legendary mansions like The Breakers in Newport.

America's National Parks

Tour the west and experience some of its most popular national parks such as Yellowstone, Grand Teton and Black Hills National Forest. Visit Mount Rushmore and Old Faithful. Enjoy stunning scenery, impressive waterfalls and spectacular wildlife and learn about the history of America’s west with visits to Crazy Horse Memorial and Little Bighorn Battlefield.

Michigan's Lakes & Mackinac Island

The Michigan’s Lakes and Mackinac Island tour is an 8 day vacation from Tauck tours that offers up some of the most picturesque landscapes in all of North America. Your luxury tour will highlight the countryside as well as the lakefront. Check out the Ford Factory tour to see the technology and engineering that helped build up much of this area.

Historic Cities of Eastern Canada

Explore some of eastern Canada’s most historic cities and spectacular scenery on this escorted tour that includes Toronto, Ottawa, Quebec City and Montreal. Experience the thrilling Niagara Falls and stroll through Quebec’s Old Town. Visit Montreal’s Notre Dame Basilica and Toronto’s 1,815-foot-tall CN Tower for a bird’s eye view of the city.

Bluegrass and Blue Ridges: Louisville to Nashville

The Bluegrass and Blue Ridges: Louisville to Nashville tour is a 9 day Tauck World Discovery tour. This adventure to North Carolina, Kentucky and Tennessee is about the music, the landscapes and the history that make this place so special. Your luxury tour will be an exploration of Bluegrass, Appalachian and country music.

Spirit of the Rockies

Discover the Rockies on a tour that shows you the best of British Columbia and Alberta. After touring Vancouver and Victoria take an amazing 2-day journey on the Rocky Mountaineer train to Banff. The tour continues to Lake Louise, the Columbia Icefields, Jasper National Park, Sun Peaks and Whistler with overnights at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the Fairmont Chateau Whistler.

Cowboy Country

The Cowboy Country tour is an 8 day luxury Tauck Bridges adventure that will allow you to hit the trail and collect some adventures. This Stories by Ken Burns tour travels through the great states of South Dakota and Wyoming. This week under the magnificent prairie sky is the ultimate travel experience in the area. You’ll relive the Wild Wild West stories of lore and visit places like Yellowstone.

Peru Splendors

Peru is a beautiful country with a vibrant and unique history. In Lima you will visit many of its famous sights including the San Francisco Monastery. The tour continues to the Andes Mountains where you will visit Cusco, the Sacred Valley and of course, Machu Picchu. Exclusive experiences include a Mother Earth ceremony with a local Shaman and a visit to the homes of local Peruvians.

Costa Rica – Pura Vida

Earth Journeys: Created by Tauck & BBC Earth

The Costa Rica: Pura Vida is an 8 day luxury travel tour that brings you from the mountains of Costa Rica to the rainforests, the volcanoes and everything in between. This is an Earth Journeys tour, a collaboration between Tauck and BBC Earth, bringing the wild visuals of the Planet Earth series to life as you travel around this amazing country.

Natural Wonder's of Costa Rica

Costa Rica is known for its magnificent wildlife, unspoiled scenery and unique culture. Explore Tortuguero National Park and view freshwater turtles, egrets, toucans, and monkeys. Witness the active Arenal Volcano and soak in ecothermal hot springs. Visit a cloud forest which is home to jaguars, monkeys, ocelots and many species of birds.

Empire of the Incas: Peru & Bolivia

The Empire of the Incas: Peru and Bolivia tour is a luxury 12 day adventure to the land of the ancient Incas. Experience mystical Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca up close and in person as you make your way through the pages of history. This Tauck World Discovery tour is full of exclusive opportunities, expert guides and more.

Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests

Earth Journeys: Created by Tauck & BBC Earth

The Costa Rica: Jungles and Rainforests tour is an 8 day luxury adventure tour that truly highlights the geographical features that make Costa Rica such an interesting place to visit. This Tauck tour features elements from BBC’s Planet Earth and provides unique insights and exclusive opportunities like jungle river rafting.

South America Getaway

Explore South America with an introduction to Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires as well as a visit to Iguassu Falls. Enjoy a tour of each city with plenty of free time to explore on your own, take in each city’s unique culture, sample different restaurants and learn about the local history. In Iguassu Falls, stay inside the National Park and tour both sides of the falls.

Essence of South America

The Essence of South America tour is a 14 day luxury tour to several world-class cities in South America. From Chile to Argentina and on to Brazil, this tour will have you staying in amazing accommodations in these legendary locations. You’ll visit Santiago, Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro and learn about South America's history and culture.

Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World

Embark on a journey to Patagonia. Your adventure begins with a two night stay in Santiago. The tour continues and includes stays in Puerto Natales, El Cafate and Ushuaia. View impressive glaciers and vistas and visit the southernmost park in the world. Encounter penguins, sea lions and other beautiful wildlife. Finally fly to Buenos Aires for a two night stay.

Wonders of Jordan

Jordan is home to incredible landscapes and ancient sights dating back thousands of years. Begin in Amman and visit Wadi Rum, Petra, Kerak, Wadi Mujib, Madaba, Mount Nebo and end at the Dead Sea. Walk in the footsteps where Moses first saw the Promised Land and the place where Christians believe Jesus was baptized. Visit the Jordanian Grand Canyon and other spectacular scenery.

Fascinating Israel

Israel will captivate you from the moment you arrive in Tel Aviv. Throughout the tour you will visit Haifa, Cana, Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee, the Mount of Beatitudes, Capernaum, Bet She’an, Masada, Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Highlights include many UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Wailing Wall and other many important historical and biblical religious sites.

Journey through the Holy Land

Faith Based Travel

This tour adds new meaning to the scriptures with some of Christianity’s most important sites. Some include Cana, the place of the first miracle, and the place where Jesus delivered his first sermon and recruited his first followers. In Jerusalem tour the Garden Tomb, the Mount of Olives, and follow the Way of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa.

Journey through the Holy Land with Jordon

Faith Based Travel

The scriptures will come to life on this faith-based tour through Israel and Jordon. This tour starts in Tel Aviv and ends at the Dead Sea. Stops include Cana, Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Masada, Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra and more. This tour combines art and history while providing opportunities for prayer and reflection.

A Taste of Golf History- St Andrews and Carnoustie

Self Drive Tour

What golfer doesn’t dream of visiting St. Andrews in Scotland, the spiritual home of golf? Play incredible historic courses and learn about the early game and its amazing history and enjoy a short golf vacation at an exceptional value. Play 3 amazing courses created or influenced by Old Tom Morris himself including your choice of The New Course or Jubilee Course at St. Andrews.

The Best of Northern Ireland’s Golfing Royals

Self Drive Tour

In golfing terms the only destination that can ever compete with Scotland for outstanding golf links and an impressive golf history is Ireland. We are delighted to share this great golf itinerary with you. Play four stunning courses including the very best “Royals”: the historic Royal Portrush, Royal Belfast, Portstewart and the jewel that can't be missed, Royal County Down.

Journey to the Home of Golf and Old Tom Morris

Luxury Escorted Tour

A Journey to The Home of Golf to celebrate Old Tom Morris accompanied by our Golf Specialist from St Andrews. This short escorted luxury golf tour has been created for those guests with a love for golf and an interest in the history behind the World’s first Golf Professional and course designer Thomas Mitchell Morris aka. Old Tom Morris the first Keeper of the Greens at St Andrews.

St. Andrew's: Scotland's Historic Home of Golf

Luxury Escorted Tour

We have created a unique, luxurious and fully escorted journey to Scotland, The Home of Golf combined with The Ancient Capital-Edinburgh. Let our resident Golf Specialist from St. Andrews take you behind the scenes of the game as only a local can! Here you will be introduced to a stunning collection of his favorite golf courses and other special surprises.