Day 1 — Fort Lauderdale

Meet fellow travelers, your destination experts, including historian and Smithsonian Journeys Expert Craig Benjamin, and dedicated guest services staff for a welcome reception and dinner at the hotel. (R,D)

Our program staff have arranged small-group activities for you at every destination throughout your journey to create memories of a lifetime. They will carefully curate your small-group excursions, however if you have special interests or you would rather explore on your own, they'll create an unforgettable day just for you. 

Days 2-4 — Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru

In historic Cusco, see how Inca and Spanish cultures intertwine and visit the nearby Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman. Then travel aboard a historic train to Machu Picchu, one of the world's most astonishing archaeological treasures and a World Heritage site. Exploring Machu Picchu and taking in the Peruvian highlands is the focus of this destination, but you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore modern Peruvian culture as well. (B,L,D) 

Belmond Monasterio 

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Days 2-4 — The North Coast, Peru

If you’ve already visited Machu Picchu, or prefer a lower altitude, consider traveling to Peru’s North Coast, a region filled with stunning natural scenery, deeply rooted traditions, and archaeological wonders from several pre-Inca cultures. Guests choosing this alternate excursion will travel separately by local air and meet up with the rest of the group before heading to the next destination. (B,L,D) 

Hotel Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro

Days 5-6 — Easter Island, Chile

Trace the history of a lost civilization with your archaeologist guides as you explore Rapa Nui National Park. This World Heritage site is home to the beachside altar of Ahu Akivi and the Rano Raraku quarry, where hundreds of moai were abandoned.  Feel the awesome isolation of the island's rolling green hills, where wild horses roam. Indulge in a festive dinner enhanced by a compelling performance of traditional song and dance. (B,L,D) 

Days 7-8 — Nadi, Fiji

Days 9-10 — Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Cruise to the northern reaches of the Great Barrier Reef’ where you can snorkel among a vibrant collection of coral and tropical fish. An optional visit to Daintree Rainforest, the oldest living rain forest in the world, will also be offered. (B,L,D) 

Days 11-13 — Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Visit the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat temples—a World Heritage site that includes the enigmatic Bayon Temple, the overgrown remains of Ta Prohm, and the majestic Angkor Wat. See a performance of classical Apsara dance and savor the culinary specialties of Siem Reap.  (B,L,D) 

Days 14-15 — Jaipur and Agra's Taj Mahal, India

Days 16-18 — Serengeti Plain, Tanzania

The Serengeti Plain is home to Tanzania’s largest national park. From your luxurious safari lodge, search for the Big Five: lions, leopards, Cape buffalos, elephants, and rhinos. (B,L,D) 

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

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Days 16-18 — Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

If you have already visited the Serengeti, take light aircraft to Ngorongoro Crater, the largest unbroken caldera in the world. With your expert naturalist guides, observe its permanent population of about 25,000 animals, including bull elephants, black rhinos, and lions. (B,L,D)

Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

Days 19-20 — Petra and Wadi Rum, Jordan

Discover the Lost City of Petra, which was half-built and half-carved into red sandstone cliffs by the Nabataeans more than 2,000 years ago. After exploring this World Heritage site, explore the starkly beautiful landscapes of Wadi Rum on a 4x4 expedition. This spectacular, evocative lunar-like landscape was made famous by T.E. Lawrence and the film “Lawrence of Arabia.” There is also an option to experience the Bedouin way of life with an overnight stay at a luxury camp in the desert. (B,L,D) 

Days 21-22 — Marrakech, Morocco

Days 23-24 — Return to Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Return to the U.S. and Fort Lauderdale. Relax and enjoy a casual meal and a night’s rest before returning home on your independent flight. (D,B)