Superlative cities, natural wonders and one rather notable river.
Sweeping white sand dunes undulate for miles, with crystalclear lakes in between — Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a landscape few know of and even fewer have seen. It’s just a tiny wedge of Brazil’s northern coast, which you’ll explore over 15 days, taking in three national parks, pristine beaches and traditional villages. In the Parnaíba River delta, see thousands of scarlet ibis take flight at sunset. In the beachside town of Atins, hop on board with a fisherman and head to sea to catch lunch. Conclude this adventure in the city of São Luís with its colorful, colonial old town.
Fish for piranha, try traditional archery and hike the Anavilhanas Archipelago in the heart of the Amazon. From here, the 13-day tour jumps around the vast nation, with three days in the coastal city of Salvador, the first capital of Brazil, and with the largest colonial old town in South America. The city is a center of Afro-Brazilian heritage. Visit Candomblé religious shrines and a Yoruba-language primary school. Spend three days in Rio lodging on Ipanema Beach, exploring the Tijuca Forest and riding a cable car to the summit of Sugarloaf. Your journey ends at Iguaçu Falls, where you’ll check out the Argentine side of the falls as well; here, a tropical microclimate supports a dazzling array of flora and fauna, including giant anteaters, howler monkeys and colorful parrots.
An abundance of cultural treasures
Traveling across Europe opens your eyes to a world of unparalleled culture and history. It often seems impossible to choose between the Renaissance art of Florence and the Impressionist paintings of Paris; Germany’s Bavarian castles and the bustling multicultural London streets. The wealth of knowledge acquired in Europe is an asset of a lifetime – its only rivals being the people and food you’ll encounter along the way! Close proximity of individual countries makes it easy to incorporate any number of them into your trip, while each country is more than worthy of a focused, extended stay as you immerse yourself in the culture and communities.
The Possibilities Are Endless
Set to a backdrop of an impressive variety of landscapes, from lush tropical rainforests to the breath-taking Rocky Mountain range, North America offers a unique adventure for every traveler. Take a road trip along the Pacific Coast highway, zip-line through Canada’s temperate rainforests, or journey through Mexico’s Copper Canyon by train. The endless opportunities of the land will leave you wanting to discover more.
