Magic of Colombia

June 28th- July 5th

$6578 (For 2 adults)  - Cat C-Balcony Cabin 

Type of Travel: RIVER CRUISE 

Cruise From: Barranquilla to Cartagena

Embrace the magic of Colombia as you explore the "Land of a Thousand Rhythms" and its magnificent Magdalena River during this special 7-night river cruise journey. Move to the beat of a variety of Latin American musical styles including cumbia and vallenato, reveling in exciting performances at a colorful Carnaval experience in Barranquilla just for AmaWaterways guests. Drink a steaming cup of the country’s famous coffee as you listen to the calls of tropical birds and wildlife unique to Colombia's biodiverse ecosystem. Discover timeless traditions practiced by the friendly guides, welcoming residents, and creative minds who comprise part of Colombia's diverse population. Enjoy the soul and spirit of Colombia as you sail the Magdalena River along with AmaWaterways, the Heart of the River™.

Award-Winning Dining --included 

• All fine dining on board, plus a special dinner on shore in El Banco
• Wine, beer and soft drinks included during lunch and dinner
• Sip & Sail cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
• A variety of excursions, including birdwatching and boat tours
• 24/7 Colombian coffee and tea station

A World of Exploration --included 

• Immersive excursions in every destination
• Exclusive year-round Carnaval Celebration in Barranquilla and cumbia performance in El Banco
• A knowledgeable guide who will accompany you along your river cruise journey
• Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways

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Ports and excursions are subject to change - please refer to your final travel documents for the most up-to-date information.

COUNTRIES: Colombia

RIVERS: Magdalena

**International flights & travel protection not included**

BOOK BY MARCH 31ST & TAKE ADVANTAGE OF AmaWaterways COMPLIMENTARY LAND PACKAGES! 

Kenya 2025

16th-24th November 2025
$5,942.05*/ per traveler (Based on double occupancy)

Type of Travel: Small-group luxury safari (max 12 travelers)

Highlights:

• Witness the wilder beasts in the Masai Mara
• Stand in the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park
• Stay in boutique safari lodges with stunning wildlife views
• Enjoy exclusive game drives led by expert guides handpicked by me
• Immerse yourself in Maasai culture with a private village visit
• Savor locally inspired cuisine under the African sky

Only a few spots left—secure your seat on this once-in-a-lifetime journey! 

*Experience Investment fee waived for this small group tour. 

**International flights & travel protection not included**

Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

March 12-16th  

$1,702.36/ per traveler 

(2 Adults, 2 Kids under 12)
Junior Suite Garden View - Two Queen Beds 

Type of Travel: Family Fun in the Sun

Includes : 

Direct flights from Austin Texas

Travel Protection

Transfers to/from resort

Perfectly situated in the exclusive gated community of Playa Mujeres, within a world-famous golf course, rests the stunning AAA Four Diamond Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort. This all-suite resort boasts 502 graciously appointed and luxuriously equipped suites, surrounded by secluded white sand beaches and the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Three levels of swimming pools spanning over 65,000 square feet, including two infinity pools with breathtaking ocean views, six hot tubs, a children’s pool, a water park for little ones, a water park for all ages and a lazy river. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Cancun and 35 minutes from Cancun International Airport, this luxurious resort provides an ideal vacation setting for couples and couples with children. 

At Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort, guests will enjoy the benefits of Unlimited Luxury®, where everything is included and no wristband or gratuities are required — unlimited premium drinks at any of our 13 bars and lounges which include 2 non-alcoholic bars for teens and tweens, gourmet à la carte dining, room service, daily refreshed mini-bar, pool and beach wait service and more!

Rome & the Amalfi Coast

May 21, 2025 - May 30, 2025 (4 spots left!) -- $4,199 / per traveler 

Jul 7, 2025 - Jul 15, 2025 -- $3,649 / per traveler

Oct 21, 2025 - Oct 29, 2025 -- $4,349 / per traveler

Type of Travel : Collette Classic Group Tour 

From the legendary Colosseum to the rocky cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, take in the best of southern Italy. Uncover classic Rome’s myriad treasures and embark on an in-depth guided visit of the spectacular Colosseum. 

Explore the breathtaking scenery of Italy’s coastline, from the dramatic beauty of the Amalfi Coast to the charms of seaside Sorrento. Visit the renowned monastery of Montecassino. Discover Pompeii’s ruins. Stop at a nearby winery for a taste of Lacryma Christi, learn how mozzarella cheese is made, and sip on some real deal limoncello. 

From two of Italy’s most beloved locales, experience the country’s renowned food, culture, history, and landscapes.

Included:

13 Meals :  8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Must-See Inclusions:

• Take a walking tour of Classical Rome, featuring an in-depth visit to the legendary Colosseum.
• Visit the seaside resort town of Sorrento.
• Discover the excavated ruins of Pompeii with a local expert.

Cultural Experiences:

• Discover the mountaintop monastery of Montecassino and its role in World War II.
• Enjoy free time to explore Amalfi, a historic trading hub along its namesake coast.
• Sample artisanal gelato at a family-owned ice-cream parlor in Sorrento.

Culinary Inclusions:

• Tour a family-run farm and learn how they make mozzarella cheese by hand.
• Sample homemade limoncello liqueur at a farm in the Sorrento countryside.
• Enjoy a tasting and lunch at a winery, steps away from the archeological site of Pompeii.

**International flights & travel protection not included**

Costa Rica: A World of Nature

September 6th -17th 2025 -- $3,499 / per traveler

Oct 11, 2025 - Oct 22, 2025 --$3,499 / per traveler

December 2nd- 13th 2025 --$3,399 USD / per traveler 

Type of Travel: Collette Explorations Group Tour

From thrilling water journeys to ethereal jungle expeditions, discover what pura vida means to you when you explore the essence of Costa Rica. Encounter an emerald wonderland, where trees climb high and animals roam free. Immerse yourself in nature when you spend 2 nights at a remote resort in San Carlos and 3 nights in the region of Arenal National Park. Sample fresh cacao during a visit to a local plantation. Give back to preservation efforts at a sea turtle research station in Tortuguero National Park. Embark on a crocodile safari in the jungle and a bird-watching cruise in the rainforest. Stand suspended over the rainforest floor as you journey across a network of hanging bridges. Hike the lava fields of Arenal Volcano or soar over jungle canopies on a zip line. It’s time to experience a world of nature. 

Included:

• 23 Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 8 Dinners

Must-See Inclusions:

• Explore Arenal during a captivating 3-night stay.
• Hop aboard a river boat for a jungle crocodile safari and bird watching excursion.

Cultural Experiences:

• Learn about Costa Rica’s ecosystem and local culture.
• Visit the world’s first sea turtle research station.
• Stay in Tortuguero National Park and find yourself surrounded by wildlife.

Culinary Inclusions:

• Taste for yourself why cacao is called “the food of the gods” and observe the process of converting this seed from bean to bar.
• Learn how to cook using a coconut before tasting some delicious local candy.

**International flights & travel protection not included**

Mystical Peru

Jul 27, 2025 -- $5,590 / per person 

July & June 2026 dates - $5,890 / per person

Type of Travel: Tauck Bridges 

World Travel. Family Discovery.

See, smell and taste what makes Peru unique at The Peruvian Experience... meet llamas and alpacas... as the height of adventure, the thrill of discovery, and the hunt for centuries-old mysteries old come together for your family on the ultimate vacation adventure...

Discover the secrets of this ancient land from today's capital, Lima, to its original Incan capital of Cusco, the Sacred Valley and mysterious Machu Picchu, you'll paint pottery, get blessed by a shaman, go horseback riding or river rafting (or get a massage!), see Peruvian Pasos dance, weave bracelets with schoolchildren, ride the rails to a lost city, take a chocolate-making class, meet endangered spectacled bears, play a pan flute and much more. 

Insider visits to the "Lost City of the Incas" – Machu Picchu, and the sacred site of Sacsayhuamán

Included: 

On-Tour Air (2 flights)

Gratuities to Tauck Director, local guides & drivers

Hands-on fun in Lima at "Exquisito Peru"

Pottery painting, a Paso horse show and bracelet making with schoolchildren in Urubamba

A visit to an alpaca and llama farm

River rafting, horseback riding or a spa treatment in the Sacred Valley 

A chocolate-making class at a chocolate museum in Cusco

A farewell dinner where you'll learn to play the Peruvian pan flute 

Airport transfers on arrival and departure as noted

19 meals; service charges, taxes, and porterage

**International flights & travel protection not included**

Mackinac Island 

Featuring the Tulip Time Festival

May 4th - 12th, 2025 -- $3,599 / per traveler

May 2026 dates available 

Type of Travel: Collette Classic Group Tour 

This classic Midwestern tour features Illinois and Michigan. Savor two incredible nights amid the luxury of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Enjoy a horse and buggy tour of Mackinac Island. Explore the wonderful city of Chicago with a local guide. View extraordinary flowers in bloom at Holland’s Tulip Time Festival. Visit the Bavarian-influenced town of Frankenmuth. In Dearborn, experience the inspirational Henry Ford Museum and view historic homes at Greenfield Village including the famous American workshops of Thomas Edison, Henry Ford and Robert Frost.

Included:

13 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Must-See Inclusions:

• Spend two nights at the glorious Victorian-era resort, the Grand Hotel.
• Enjoy a guided tour of Chicago's unique and remarkable landmarks.
• View extraordinary flowers in bloom at Holland’s Tulip Time Festival.

Cultural Experiences:

• Immerse yourself in generations of innovation during a visit to the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village.
• Climb aboard your horse-drawn carriage, Mackinac Island’s local transportation, for a tour of the island.
• Visit quaint Frankenmuth, home to the world's largest Christmas store.

Culinary Inclusions:

• Dine at Chicago’s famous Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse where “sophistication, sports, and history blend to create a distinctive dining experience.”
• Dine at the Grand Hotel where "every meal is an event."

 **Flights & travel protection not included**

Italy Real Food Adventure

8day/ 7 Nights 

Numerous dates from April to Oct 2025 & 2026 starting at $3,700 / per traveler 

Cost of Tour 

Type of Travel : Intrepid Small Group

Uncover the secrets of fresh Italian cuisine.

Italians are the masters of creating simple dishes that burst with flavor. Inspired by nonnas’ kitchens all over the country, this food is regional, seasonal and as fresh as possible. On this eight-day food-focused adventure through everybody’s favorite culinary hub, you’ll discover that pizza and pasta are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the diverse array of unforgettable street eats, meals and cicchetti from the postcard-perfect Venice to Rome, where medieval meets modern. Delight in local wine, fresh produce, homemade dinners and seasonal favorites in San Gimignano, Tuscany and Bologna.

Why You'll Love This Trip

• Stay in a Tuscan farmhouse near San Gimignano, touring vineyards and tasting local wines and olive oil.
• Take a Bologna pasta-making class, then enjoy your handmade meal with your host.
• Dine in a local Roman home, sharing stories over a homecooked feast.
• Explore Italy’s icons, from Venice’s canals to Rome’s charming streets.
• Indulge in a regional food tour, sampling gelato, cicchetti, pasta, and more.
• Your trip supports Cooperativa Coraggio, helping to regenerate farmland and create local jobs.

Included activities

• Venice - Welcome Aperitivo
• Venice - Cicchetti tour
• Venice - Venetian Breakfast and Market Tour
• Venice - Traghetto Ride
• Bologna - Pasta class
• Modena - Acetaia Visit
• Modena - Trattoria Lunch
• Modena - Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory visit
• Agriturismo - Tour with wine and olive oil tasting
• San Gimignano - Leader-led orientation walk
• San Gimignano - Gelateria visit
• San Gimignano - Walk a section of the Via Francigena
• Rome - Leader-led orientation walk
• Rome - Home-cooked dinner

**International flights & travel protection not included**

SMALL GROUP SCOTLAND

Trip:  8 DAYS, 7 NIGHT IN SCOTLAND

From $5,100/ per traveler

Join Eric Murdoch, owner of Tartan Viking Tours, on a small group trip through beautiful Scotland. 

Included:

• Flights from DFW to Edinburgh 
• Eric Murdoch as your guide
• Luxury Scottish accommodation
• Luxury vehicle with maximum 7 passengers while on tour
• Scottish snacks, drinks, and whisky while on tour
• Airport transportation
• Johnnie Walker Journey of Flavor 
• Edinburgh Castel Entrance Tickets

TOURS FOR EVERY SEASON:

FEB 1-9th 2025*- Edinburgh, Skye, and Inverness (Calendar, Glencoe, Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, An Corran beach, Portree, Eilean Donan Castle, Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Aviemore, Pitlochry, Hermitage) 

APRIL 7th-14th 2025*- Outer Hebrides Islands & Edinburgh ( Dunkeld, Hermitage of Braid, House of Bruar, Inverness, Ullapool, Butt of Lewis Lighthouse, Calinesh Standing Stones, Ardroil Beach, Hushinish beach, Luskentyre Beach. Eilean Donan Castle, Calendar, Glencoe )

JULY 7th-14th 2025*- Mull, Staffa, Oban, Aviemore, and Edinburgh (Doune Castle, Callander, Falls of Dochart, Glencoe, Fairy Bridge of Glen Creran, Kilchurn Castle, St Conan’s Kirk, Ulva, Eas Fors Waterfall, Glengorm Castle, Tobermory Distillery, Staffa, Iona, Carnasserie Castle, Inverary Castle, Luss )

OCTOBER 2025*- Edinburgh, Aviemore, Braemar and NC500 

( Hermitage of Braid, Dunkeld, Aviemore, Loch Morlich, Braemar, Balmoral, Bealach Na Ba, AppleCross, Ullapool, Gairloch )

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SPACE IS LIMITED --Do not wait on these unique hosted tours of gorgeous Scotland! 

**Travel Protection not included **

Prices based on double occupancy accommodation.