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  • Sunset on La Jolla Beach

    San Diego short break

    California
    • Stay on Coronado Island, one of the top places to walk to and relax on the beach.

    • Kayak along the California coastline taking in the natural caves and marine wildlife.

    • Explore the USS Midway Museum.

    • Enjoy a variety of small shops and restaurants on Coronado Island.

    5 days from $1,355pp

  • Las Vegas, Nevada

    Southwest break

    US
    • Explore the desert region by horse or foot during your ranch stay.

    • Discover the local film history of Sedona.

    • Hike through the picturesque 'Red Rock Country' of Sedona.

    • Take in the memorable show of Cirque du Soleil, 'Love'.

    8 days from $2,950pp

  • Bryce Canyon National Park

    Best of the southwest

    US
    • Soak up the electric atmosphere of Las Vegas.

    • Follow walking trails and see incredible geological formations in Utah and Arizona’s national parks.

    • Explore the iconic Monument Valley for dramatic views over the other-worldly landscape and a rich history of the Navajo nation.

    • Relax and unwind in the spas of Sedona, the wellness capital of Arizona.

    13 days from $2,965pp

  • New England Fall colours

    Classic New England self-drive tour

    US
    • Discover the revolutionary history of Boston on a guided tour of the Freedom Trail.

    • Explore the rugged coastline of Maine, dotted with lighthouses and quaint seaside towns.

    • Wander through the picturesque villages and rolling hills of Vermont.

    • Take in panoramic views from atop Mount Washington in New Hampshire's magnificent White Mountains.

    • Go whale watching off the waters of Cape Cod.

    13 days from $3,315pp

  • Aurora Borealis over Fairbanks, Alaska

    Alaska's northern lights by train

    Alaska
    • Explore the Alaskan city of Anchorage, trying out ice skating and fat-biking.

    • Embark on an exhilarating winter activity, choosing between dog-sledding and snowmobiling.

    • Admire the dramatic Alaskan winter scenery on a rail journey from Anchorage to Fairbanks.

    • Sleep in a dome in the Alaskan wilderness, keeping watch for the northern lights.

    7 days from $3,480pp

  • Nā Pali coastline, Kauai

    Hawaiian getaway

    Hawaii
    • Helicopter over the island of Hawaiʻi and see the expansive rainforest.

    • Hike on the Kīlauea Volcano.

    • Snorkel with manta rays.

    • Take a private guided tour around Volcanoes National Park.

    8 days from $4,375pp

  • Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA

    Yellowstone National Park discovered

    US
    • Learn about the plethora of wildlife inhabiting Yellowstone National Park on a group tour.

    • Explore the geothermal activity of Yellowstone National Park.

    • Admire the mountains in Grand Teton National Park.

    • Visit the mountain town of Jackson Hole.

    10 days from $4,455pp

  • Abandon Crystal Mill near Aspen

    Colorado Rockies explored

    US
    • Explore the foothills of the Rocky Mountains outside of Denver.

    • Visit the authentic mountain town of Breckenridge.

    • Enjoy a white-water rafting adventure on the Roaring Fork River outside of Aspen.

    • See wildlife such as moose and elk in Rocky Mountain National Park.

    14 days from $4,710pp

  • Redwood National Park

    Northern California self-drive tour

    US
    • Explore beautiful, cosmopolitan San Francisco.

    • See the enormous redwood trees in Redwood National Park.

    • Discover the beauty and tranquility of Lake Tahoe.

    • Explore a mix of vineyards, rugged coastline and flowing rivers in Sonoma County.

    • Go hiking at mighty Mount Shasta.

    14 days from $5,440pp

  • Views of Anchorage, Alaska

    Luxury Alaska in the winter wilderness

    Alaska
    • Embark on exciting winter activities, including dog-sledding, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.

    • Relax in the outdoor hot tub, admiring the view of the snowy Alaska Range.

    • Eat superb food created by the lodge's chef owner.

    • Enjoy yoga and stretching classes, and indulge in a range of spa treatments.

    • Explore the Alaskan city of Anchorage, trying out ice skating and fat-wheel cycling.

    • Travel to your wilderness lodge by ski-plane, landing on a frozen lake right in front of the property.

    6 days from $8,675pp

  • Bison in Yellowstone in the winter

    Winter in Yellowstone and ranch stay

    US
    • Enjoy wildlife watching in Grand Teton National Park at sunrise with a naturalist guide.

    • Visit the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar in Jackson.

    • Experience Yellowstone National Park as a winter wonderland and without the crowds.

    • Try your hand at cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in Yellowstone National Park.

    • Take a moon-lit sleigh ride to a remote cabin for dinner and live music at Lone Mountain Ranch.

    13 days from $9,685pp

  • Whales, Hawaii

    Family self-drive tour of Hawaii's highlights

    California and Hawaii
    • Enjoy some family relaxation on Maui's white-sand beaches.

    • Greet the local marine life on a snorkel adventure.

    • Between January and March, experience the majesty of humpback whales at sunrise.

    • Sample roadside treats and explore the landscape on the Road to Hāna.

    • Access your family's adventurous side and experience the heat of Hawaii's legendary volcanoes.

    12 days from $9,815pp

  • Monument Valley

    The Great American West: self-drive through the USA Rockies

    US
    • Explore South Dakota's amazing Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse national monuments.

    • Experience the geothermal wonderland of Yellowstone National Park on a tour with a naturalist guide.

    • Get up close with nature on a privately guided wildlife tour in Northern Yellowstone with a local expert.

    • Learn all about the native inhabitants of this region, as well as the cowboy way of life in Cody at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West.

    • Marvel at the majestic mountains in Glacier National Park during a private guided hike through the high mountain passes.

    16 days from $10,460pp

  • Mount Denali

    Alaska explorer

    Alaska
    • Marvel at the grandeur of Wrangell-St Elias National Park while visiting Kennicott and McCarthy.

    • View the fjords and tidewater glaciers and wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park by boat.

    • Look for whales, porpoises, and sea otters while admiring the glaciers of Prince William Sound.

    • Experience Mount Denali by air with a thrilling glacier landing.

    18 days from $11,880pp

  • Ranch at Rock Creek, Phillipsburg, MT

    Luxury ranch & beach

    US
    • Spend five nights at a luxury ranch in a pristine valley in Montana.

    • Try out a variety of activities at the ranch, including horseback riding, fly-fishing for cutthroat trout, and mountain biking.

    • Unwind by relaxing in a cliff-side resort overlooking Laguna Beach.

    9 days from $14,190pp

  • Landscape views from the Alaska Railroad

    Alaska by train & self-drive

    Alaska
    • Cruise among the fjords and tidewater glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park.

    • Soar over Denali National Park to see the highest peak in North America and enjoy a thrilling glacier landing.

    • See the mighty Alaskan brown bears in their natural habitat during an immersive experience at Lake Clark.

    14 days from $14,995pp

  • Humpback whale breaching near Seward

    Ultimate Alaska wildlife safari

    Alaska
    • Ride the historic Alaska Railroad over Moose Pass to Seward.

    • Cruise to the face of a tidewater glacier and stay overnight on a private island.

    • Look for whales, otters and puffins in Kenai Fjords.

    • Experience world-class bear viewing in one of the best places to see brown bears.

    • Spot grizzlies, wolves and caribou roaming the tundra beneath the Alaska Range in Denali National Park.

    13 days from $24,695pp

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