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Patagonian Explorer <p>Experience South America's last great frontier, from Patagonia's majestic fjords to dramatic Torres del Paine, renowned for its mountain peaks, glaciers, and thunderous waterfalls.</p>

Expedition to Antarctica <p>See the White Continent in its unspoiled state—turquoise glaciers, bustling penguin rookeries, and breaching whales.</p>

In the Wake of Lewis and Clark <p>Enjoy autumn colors and clear blue skies as you trace the route of Lewis and Clark, exploring one of America's great waterways along the Columbia and Snake Rivers.</p>

National Parks of the Southwest <p>Explore the stunning landscapes and rich history of the American Southwest during gentle hikes through four distinctly different parklands in Utah and Colorado. </p>

Wonders of the Galápagos Islands Voyage <p>Sail aboard the <i>Santa Cruz</i> <em>II </em>and discover every nature lover's dream come to life on the Galápagos Islands.</p>

Railroading in California <p>Discover over a hundred years of California train history from historic railways that supported the logging industry to the metropolitan transport that moves today’s residents of San Francisco around the Bay Area.</p>

Treasures of South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana <p>Join us for an extraordinary adventure featuring South Africa, a rail journey aboard the legendary <em>Rovos Rail</em>, a safari in Chobe National Park, and an excursion to Victoria Falls. </p>

Northern Lights of Iceland <p>Explore Iceland's pristine beauty and experience the aurora borealis from one of the world's prime viewing spots.</p>

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