Tours and Trips in North America

Experience the Big Apple's Christmas lights extravaganza in all its glory on this tour, including the city's most spectacular display of lights in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn. See the tall, lit-up Christmas tree in Washington Square Park, the heart of Greenwich Village, and the famed Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center, in addition to a couple of other Christmas-themed stops, before heading to Dyker Heights, the grand-daddy of all Christmas-light extravaganzas.

Create a one-of-a-kind ring with a 3-hour jewelry class in the East Village, and work with the tips and guidance of an experienced jeweler. Start from scratch or bring a favorite idea to life in silver or brass, with the option to upgrade to 14- or 18-carat gold. Enjoy the personal, hand-on experience of a small-group workshop with just four students per class. Engrave your creation with your initials, and take home an unforgettable, unique memento.

Explore the famous monuments and war memorials of Washington DC on this guided, 7-hour, small-group sightseeing tour. Climb aboard a Dodge Sprinter van and enjoy an educational and entertaining narrated history of the US nation's capital. Travel around and through the plethora of famous monuments and memorials, featuring the White House, the United States Capitol, the Lincoln Memorial, the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and many other landmark locations. A variety of lunch options (own expense) will be made available.

The Econlockhatchee River winds its way through Little Big Econ State Forest in Florida, providing a wildlife habitat for many native plant and animal species. Learn more about the local ecosystem - and see wild animals in their natural habitat - on this 5-hour kayaking tour, which covers an 8-mile portion of the river alongside a guide.

Take an evening walking tour with an in-the-know guide through the heart of Manhattan's booming cocktail scene. New York is a true cocktail town, both for classic and cutting-edge libations, and the East Village, where this tour takes place, is one of the best places to drink in the Big Apple. Enjoy three beverages and explore the dynamic neighborhood, learning about where the best restaurants and bars are in the area. This small group tour is limited to a dozen people, which means more attention from the guide.

On this guided East Maui rainforest hike, experience the hidden, tropical beauty of the island's lush interior. Here in one of the island's most popular valleys, your guide will take you to sections of the rainforest that are well off the beaten track, where secret waterfalls spill into pools that welcome you for a dip. Adventurous visitors can climb up the rocks and jump towards the pools below, or simply relax in the jungle scenery while enjoying a refreshing lunch. This Maui waterfalls and rainforest hike is a total of 5-6 hours, and transport from your Maui hotel can also be arranged.

Discover the natural beauty hidden just off Hawaii's famed Hana Highway on a waterfalls and rainforest hike in east Maui. The 5- to 6-hour excursion takes you deep into one of Hawaii's most popular valleys, where several waterfalls tumble within a short distance of one another. On this relaxed hike, take a dip into the pools located beneath the falls, clamor up columnar basalt rock formations to jump safely into the water and enjoy a healthy lunch.

Visis the Acropolis of Ek Balam  and enjoy the vibrant colors, architecture and crafts of the Yucatan. Enjoy some local food and take a swim at a refreshing cenote.

Experience a bit of the Yucatan Peninsula's Maya culture and natural wonders on this day trip from Cancun to Ek' Balam and Cenote Hubiku or Xcajum cenote (sinkhole). At Ek' Balam, learn about the archaeological ruins and restoration efforts of this ancient Maya city. Then head to the cenote, a naturally formed underground pool, to cool off with a swim.

Explore the gritty and grisly history of Lower East Side and East Village on this private walking tour. Visit the boyhood home Lucky Luciano and a cemetery where one of New York's most notorious grave robberies occurred. Stop by Manhattan's oldest bar and Tompkins Square Park, which memorializes a 1904 boat fire that killed more than 1,000 people. Indulge your interest in the macabre with this darkly fascinating experience.

Experience Montr eal's wilder side during this 2-hour visit to the Ecomuseum, the city's only outdoor zoo. Travel 20 minutes from the hustle of downtown to this natural refuge, enjoying its collection of black bears, woodland caribou, gray wolves, eagles and more, all found in the province of Qu ebec. You can rest assured your visit is supporting a good cause: each of the park's animals was orphaned, injured or born under human care, and would otherwise be unable to return to the wild. Parking, entrance fees and skip-the-line access are all covered.

Immerse yourself in Mayan culture on a full day exploring Merida's history and natural beauty. First, visit the ruins at Dzibilchaltun where you will see the Temple of the Seven Dolls. Visit a museum to learn more about the site's historical significance, and peek inside a typical Mayan home. Finally visit the Port of Progreso to enjoy some beach time in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico before heading back to your hotel.

This 7-hour tour allows you to visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in the early morning, with pickup from your hotel in Kona, Waikoloa, Kohala, or Hilo. Get a comprehensive tour of the park's highlights with snacks, beverages, and entrance fees included.

Discover Maya culture on this full-day tour from Cancun and Riviera. Learn about the archaeological ruins and restoration efforts of Ek' Balam with a guide, who shares information about this ancient Maya city. Afterwards, head on over to Valladolid, a colonial town full of Spanish conquest history.    

Take in glittering views of the Strip from the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas, and experience the iconic French monument in living color, half-scale and Vegas style. Glide up 46-stories to a panoramic viewing deck, and look past the city lights to the vast Mojave Desert and arid mountains. Step up to the edge, for aerial views of the Bellagio Fountains, the glowing High Roller, and Sin City's unforgettable, vibrant downtown. Upgrade your ticket to include a ride on The High Roller for even more breath taking views Las Vegas!

On this phenomenal East Maui helicopter tour, soar high above the cinder cones of Haleakala Crater, and see hidden waterfalls, valleys, and bays on the rugged East Maui coastline. Much of Maui is inaccessible and only visible by air, and from flying high above bamboo forests to buzzing the 10,000 ft. summit, this is a Maui helicopter tour you'll definitely never forget.

Spend a morning or afternoon in Impressionist"era New Orleans with a tour of Edgar Degas' former home and art studio, led by his great-grandniece. See the grand interior spaces that provided the setting for many of Degas works, learn about the artist's Creole roots and stroll under the beautiful oaken canopy along Esplanade Avenue. Extend your tour with optional upgrades including a courtyard breakfast beforehand or a visit to the New Orleans Museum of Modern Art.

Step back in time with this visit to the historic Edmondston-Alston House. Take a 30-minute guided tour to learn the story of this house and how it survived the Civil War and several natural disasters. Admire the home's Federal and Greek revival design and see pieces of original silver, furniture, and more. This house is conveniently located in the city center with lovely views of Charleston Harbor.

Explore the Econlockhatchee River, on this guided, 5-hour kayaking tour from Orlando. This tributary of the St. John's River is one of the last unspoiled rivers in Central Florida. Paddle through the waterway and see local wildlife, like alligators, turtles, manatees, bald eagles and more. Along the way, learn about the history of the early settlers, the Seminole tribe of Native Americans, who used to inhabit this region. Kayaking gear, lunch, any necessary entry fees and an Orlando hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this eco tour.

Get the inside scoop on the haunted history of writer Edgar Allen Poe on this 1.5-hour walking tour in New York City. Your in-the-know guide will fill you in on the ghostly presences in Washington Square Park and its surrounds. Walking distance is about 1 mile (1.6 km).