Montana – Lewis & Clark Discovery

The Lewis & Clark Expedition was the greatest camping trip of all time. Two centuries later, much of the wild Montana that they crossed remains unchanged. From mountain meadows to rolling prairie, its rivers, trails, and byways lead to numerous Expedition landmarks.  This journey of discovery retraces an important part of Lewis & Clark’s Montana route. Bike down Big Hole Pass, ascend Decision Point where Lewis plotted his progress, listen to the tales of noted historians, and canoe the mighty Missouri. Only an affection for fine food and lodging differs from spirit of the original journey.

When: July & August

Gateway: Great Falls, Montana

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Montana-Glacier & Waterton National Parks

Glacier and its Canadian counterpart Waterton are the crown jewels of the world’s national parks. Here, over 50 glaciers carve through the Rockies spawning cascading waterfalls that flow into lush flowering meadows. Together, the parks have been designated Biosphere Reserves and World Heritage Sites. Hike by turquoise lakes, descend mountain passes for wildlife viewing and glacier glissading, and bike the famous Going-to-the-Sun Highway across the Continental Divide.

When: July & August

Gateway: Whitefish, Montana

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights 

Wyoming’s Tetons are among North America’s most revered and stunning mountains. The highest of these snaggle-toothed peaks juts 13,770 feet into the clouds. Twelve summits in all, they host a multitude of glacier-carved lakes and an abundance of watchable wildlife. Accompanied by seasoned backcountry guides, you’ll hike mountains and meadows, bike the sagebrush valley floor, and raft the rapids of the Snake River. The luxurious Snake River Lodge will be home for the entire trip, allowing you to unpack, settle in, and enjoy this breathtaking setting.

When: July & August

Gateway: Jackson, Wyoming

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Special: Family Designated Departures Offered 

Yellowstone’s 2.2 million acre playground contains soaring peaks, deep canyons, lakes, rivers, and forests united with over 10,000 geothermal features including geysers, steam vents, and mud pots. Its watchable wildlife includes bears, bison, wolves, moose, trumpeter swans, and eagles. You’ll see it all off the beaten paths, away from crowds, and up close – on foot and from your raft and horse. You’ll soak in hot springs, stroll by moonlight to Old Faithful, and stay at charming hotels.

When: June, July & August

Gateway: Bozeman, Montana

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Special: Family Designated Departures Offered 

Against the backdrop of Yellowstone National Park and the Beartooth Mountains, Buffalo Bill’s stompin’ grounds contain some of the nation’s most scenic country. You’ll bike the Nez Perce Trail, hike Yellowstone in search of buffalo and grizzly bear, raft the Shoshone River, and saddle-up and ride like a cowboy through the rugged backcountry. Throw in a night at a rodeo and tours of Buffalo Bill Historical Center and Trail Town and you have a Wild West adventure just bustin’ with fun for the entire family!

When: July & August

Gateway: Billings, Montana

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Special: A Family Designated Adventure

The Desert Southwest 

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

New Mexico – Santa Fe & Taos

Spring and fall are the best times to visit New Mexico’s high desert. Under powder blue skies, travel through a land rich in natural beauty and cultural diversity and explore ancient cliff dwellings and kivas and endeavor to unravel the mysteries of the Ancestral Pueblo people. The route goes from spirited Santa Fe through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to Taos, the historic and artistic hub of northern New Mexico.  Along the way, enjoy a variety of activities, sample the finest regional cuisine, and overnight in award-winning accommodations.

When: June & September

Gateway: Santa Fe, New Mexico

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Utah – Bryce & Zion National Parks

The sandstone masterpieces of southwestern Utah are uniquely stunning and geologically fascinating. Bryce Canyon with its colorful hoodoos, spires, pinnacles, and mazes and Zion with its cliffs, slot canyons, and colossal monoliths are two of the nation’s most captivating wilderness treasures. This dynamic multisport adventure takes you biking and hiking through the heart of both national parks. Along the way you’ll enjoy plenty of “wows” along with sumptuous southwest cuisine and charming historic inns.

When: May & October

Gateway: St. George, Utah

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

The Pacific West

Alaska – Kenai Peninsula

Austin-Lehman doesn’t aspire to show you the entire state of Alaska, that might take a lifetime. They will show you a part that does represent the best there is – the Kenai Peninsula. Cruise the magnificent Kenai Fjords and learn the habits of porpoises, whales, and puffins. Kayak Resurrection Bay, hike to the top of Exit Glacier, and bike the Seward Scenic Byway. Each evening will be the rewards of tasty regional cuisine and classic accommodations.

When: June, July & August

Gateway: Anchorage, Alaska

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Special: Family Designated Departures Offered

Hawaii – The Garden Isle of Kaua’i

To know it, you have to go there. Words and pictures are no substitute. The vivid colors of Hawaiian reefs only come alive when you don a snorkel and mask. You have to sail the Na Pali coast in a catamaran with dolphins at your wake, or cruise from the clouds to the sea by mountain bike before you can discover the pure essence of Kaua’i. Of course you’ll also need plenty of time to relax on the beach, swim, sip an island cocktail, and watch a sunset or two.

When: February, March, December & January

Gateway: Lihue, Hawaii

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Special: Family Designated Departures Offered

Canada

Alberta – Banff & Lake Louise

Explore the rugged grandeur of Kananaskis Country and its crown jewels, Banff National Park and Lake Louise. Immerse yourself in its serene beauty and geologic splendor by foot, bike, raft, and canoe. This journey takes you onto blue glaciers, past glassy lakes, over meadows filled with wildflowers, through glacial basins, and along spruce-lined trails. End each day with excellent accommodations and the finest dining the region has to offer.

When: June, July & August

Gateway: Calgary, Alberta

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Special: Family Designated Departures Offered

British Columbia – Whistler

On the journey to Whistler, experience the Sea-to-Sky Highway, undeniably one of the world’s most celebrated and scenic drives. Views of fjords, islands, and glaciers abound. From an adventure base at the luxurious Chateau Whistler, hike, bike, raft, and canoe some of the most breathtaking topography Canada has to offer. To stimulate your mind, you’ll hear about the natural history of the valley and learn the dynamics of the region’s many glaciers. And then there’s Whistler Village, with its world-class shops, galleries, restaurants, and nightlife.

When: July & August

Gateway: Vancouver, British Columbia

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Special: Family Designated Departures Offered

British Columbia – Vancouver Island

This luxurious adventure features breathtaking scenery, outstanding lodging, and award-winning cuisine.  Walk among 600-year-old Douglas firs, bike the rolling hills of Vancouver Island’s wine country, kayak the protected waters of Sooke and Ganges harbors, and take in the island charm of Salt Spring.  Sleep at accommodations and eat in restaurants that are among the best in the world.  Just ask Condé Nast, the Wine Spectator, and Gourmet Magazine!

When: June, July & September

Gateway: Victoria, British Columbia

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Newfoundland

Icebergs drift south, humpbacks migrate north - this is where they meet. Places wild, pristine, and undiscovered beckon to the adventurous traveler. That’s the call of Newfoundland. Whales breach and seabirds soar nearby as you paddle protected waters under brilliant skies. Hike along dramatic coastal trails that rank among the best in the world.

When: June & July

Gateway: St. Johns, Newfoundland

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Nova Scotia

This premier Canadian adventure has it all: spectacular scenery, unspoiled nature, and the best living history of all the provinces. No wonder the editors of National Geographic Traveler picked Nova Scotia as a top “must-see” destination. Hike along towering cliffs and peaceful beaches, kayak island-studded bays, and visit local wineries and picturesque villages. Learn about the island’s lively past on a walking tour of Lunenburg. Throughout, you’ll stay at lodgings rich in character and dine at the region’s top establishments.

When: July, August & October

Gateway: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Mexico & Central America

Mexico – Oaxaca

Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s richest regions, noted for its culture and history, pre-Hispanic architecture, arts and crafts, and culinary genius. Named as one of the top ten world destinations in 2004 by Travel and Leisure Magazine, Oaxaca owes its fame to the distinction of its colonial buildings and extensive ruins, its year-round spring-like climate, and its charming and artistic people. You’ll explore museums, markets, villages, and ruins on foot and by bicycle and lodge in a 16^th century convent and a charming country inn while enjoying superb, authentic meals.

When: March, October & December

Gateway: Oaxaca City, Mexico

Duration: 7 Days/6 Nights

Mexico – Yucatan

Viva Mexico! Where timeless villages and historic haciendas welcome the sophisticated traveler and luxury resorts share coastlines with Mayan temples. Under the warm sub-tropical sun you will experience the vibrant jungles and soft Caribbean sands, tour great cities of the Maya that fell into decline long before Columbus, and gain full immersion into the color, culture, and fabulous cuisine of the Yucatan.

When: April, May, November & December

Gateway: Cancun, Mexico

Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights

Belize – Rainforest & Ruins

The tiny nation of Belize is a wealth of wonders – lush rainforests, magnificent ruins, and a kaleidoscope of tropical flora and fauna. Traveling in a small party with native guides you’ll paddle the Mopan River, explore the mysteries of Xunantunich, Tikal, and Caracol Maya sites, blaze jungle trails on horseback, and gaze upon the artifacts of Barton Creek Cave. Then when the sun goes down, enjoy the rich rewards of three exceptional lodges.

When: February, March, April, July, August & November

Gateway: Belize City, Belize

Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights

Costa Rica – Volcanoes & Jungles

Costa Rica offers more beauty and adventure per acre than any country on earth. It’s the birthplace of ecotourism with over a quarter of the country designated forever wild. Accompanied by expert guides, immerse yourself in a world of volcanoes, rivers, and rainforests. Bike in the shadow of Arenal Volcano, soak in a hot spring, spot caimans and monkeys on a cruise down the Rio San Juan, kayak the canals of Tortuguero, and raft the Pacuare River. You’ll stay at colorful lodges and hotels, dine on the freshest local cuisine, and mingle with naturalists and cordial hosts. “Pura Vida”!

When: Year round

Gateway: San Jose, Costa Rica

Duration: 7 Days/6 Nights

Special: Family Designated Departures Offered

South America

Chile – Wine Country, Lake District & Patagonia

For anyone who has ever been fascinated by geography, the long, impossibly thin line of Chile has always produced awe and astonishment. From the vineyards and urban chic of Santiago to the snowcapped volcanoes and wild rivers of the Lake District, south to the distinctive granite spires of Torres del Paine – enjoy offer three extraordinary trips in one. Days are spent exploring the outdoors with expert Chilean guides. At night, reside in a collection of luxury accommodations, matchless in their location, cuisine, and guest services.

When: January & March

Gateway: Santiago, Chile

Duration: 10 Days/9 Nights

Ecuador – The Galapagos Islands

The Galápagos Islands live up to our dreams of a sheltered place far removed from the rest of the world. Under sunny skies the sea is an ever-inviting turquoise blue, the sandy beaches are crystal white, pink, black, and green. The volcanic landscape is rugged and extraordinary.  But we come to these islands for the truly exceptional encounters with wildlife. Based from a luxury yacht, venture out each day with a skilled naturalist. On foot, in kayaks, by bike and panga, witness an astounding variety of exotic creatures that have never learned to fear human contact. This is an active tour, quite different from most Galápagos adventures you’ll find.

When: April, July & August

Gateway: Quito, Ecuador

Duration: 11 Days/10 Nights

Peru – The Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu

Crowned by the towering Andes and tucked between the Amazon and the Pacific, Peru offers a captivating mix of adventure, nature, and history. Embedded in every active traveler’s Top Ten List is the great city of the clouds, Machu Picchu. The route takes us there from bustling Lima, to the cobblestone streets of Cusco, from ruin to ruin across the Sacred Valley, and by train and breathtaking footpath over the Inca Trail. The scenery is non-stop and the hospitality is genuine. Active multisport days are rewarded by the finest regional cuisine and lodgings.

When: March, July, August & October

Gateway: Lima, Peru

Duration: 9 Days/8 Nights