New Adventures for 2019

Every summer, we look forward to announcing our new active adventure tours for the upcoming year. Some of these are so new, we don’t even have webpages for them yet, so if you’re interested, give us a call at 1-800-941-8010 for more details. We hope you unleash your inner adventurer and join us in 2019!

The Puglia region, located in the heel of Italy’s “boot,” is known for its unique whitewashed trulli architecture. This region has endured numerous invasions and civilizations, which have all left their mark on the land and culture. Join us on these Italy hiking tours to explore a lesser-known side of Italy the crowds have yet to find.

Spend six days immersed in Italy’s farm-to-table food culture at a historic agricultural estate. Observe daily life on a working farm that raises animals, cures prosciutto, and produces certified organic olive oil and wine. Discover the real Tuscany during cooking classes, tastings, city tours, and short hikes. 

Few places in the world have scenery as dramatic as the Norwegian fjords. Experience the essence of this region, from the historic city of Bergen, to the small, yet sophisticated city of Ålesund, on our Norway hiking tour as we kayak and hike through this majestic landscape. Along the way, embrace local culture with visits to working farms, seaside villages, and historic stave churches. Learn more…

Traverse desolate plains and Andean mountain passes to sparkling lakes and lagoons on our Argentina guided tour through Patagonia. Highlights include the UNESCO World Heritage site of Perito Moreno Glacier, hiking through the virgin Lengas forest, a walking tour of Buenos Aires, luxurious accommodations, and delicious regional wine and cuisine. .

Rich, intertwined histories make these countries a perfect match. Spain’s fusion of Christian nnd Moorish architecture and Mediterranean and Arabic flavors are captivating. Across the Strait of Gibraltar, Morocco’s medieval souks and mint tea invite us into Berber, Islamic, and French colonial traditions.  You’ll explore both on our Spain & Morocco adventure tour. 

Two quintessential aspects of New England life are experienced on this

Vermont hiking tour

—small towns and pastoral landscapes. We take advantage of all that is available—great hikes, farm tours, and genteel country inns—with the backdrop of the world’s most famous foliage. Learn more…
A refreshed itinerary unfolds away from the bustle of Palermo. We explore the countryside of historic hilltop towns and breathtaking coastlines. NEW for 2019: Valley of the Temples, Syracuse, Noto, Catania, and an optional extension to the stunning Aeolian Islands. This Splendors of Sicily tour is accented by superb Sicilian gastronomy and a cooking class!

One of the world’s “best-kept secrets,” the Azores are a wild, volcanic archipelago located in the middle of the Atlantic. A wonderful complement to our Portugal tours, explore lush landscapes, soak in hot springs, and embark on a whale-watch—all while enjoying the local food and culture.

For those who want to extend their time in Italy after their Sicily tour, explore three of the Aeolian Islands: Stromboli, Lipari, and Vulcano. Hike up two volcanoes with near continuous, visible activity, and enjoy dramatic scenery, black sand beaches, and charming Mediterranean villages steeped in history.