Greece...Stand atop the mighty Acropolis where the majestic ruins of the ancient Parthenon sits. You may even imagine yourself back in the days of the ancient Grecians, holding court with political men from Rome, sitting in the theater hearing debates, and gaining the knowledge that was inscribed upon the Delphi oracle "Know thyself and nothing in excess, and upon these all other precepts depend ". These are just some of the memories that you will bring back with you from Greece.
Italy...Experience the real Italy with Learning Through Travel. Visit the magical city of Rome including the breath taking Vatican and the beautiful murals by Michelangelo, take a gondola through the canals of Venice, see the architecture of the great Paladino, view the great statue of David, have dinner with a traditional Italian family, tour the vineyards and learn to make authentic Italian pizza....Italy Program 2
Orient...Visit the most famous Great Wall of China and the Forbidden City of Beijing. Take a tour to the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River or explore the Grand Palace of Bangkok. Shop till you drop at some of the world's best shops. Choose a fabric and have a suit or coat custom made, visit a pearl factory where you will see a display of jade, pearls, diamonds, sapphires, rubies that will take your breath away. The Orient has something for everyone!
Spain...History comes alive in Spain. Because of the many diverse influences of the Greeks, Romans, Phoenicians, Moorish, Jewish, and Christian Spain is a country of artistic treasures and architectural jewels. See the architectural wonders of Gaudi including the La Famila. The unfinished church is a symbolic structure. The four towers represent the 12 Apostles and the dome crowning the apse is the symbol of the Virgin Mary. See the many treasures in the Prado Museum. Enjoy dinner at a Spanish families home, learn to make a traditional Spanish meal and of course a visit to Spain would not be complete without seeing a traditional Flamenco Show.
Morocco...A civilization rich in types and models unchanged for centuries, ... ideas and customs, moral and physical aspects of mankind that are eternal simply because they have never changed .... But that it has survived until our own times, that we can see it, we can touch it, we can mix with its people, is a miracle that never ceases to astonish. A trekker's paradise
Egypt...Step back in time to visit two of the world's oldest civilizations. In Egypt you will visit the mysterious Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and sail along the Nile visiting the magnificent temples of Luxor, Edfu, Esna, Kom Ombo and the peaceful city of Aswan. In the fifth century BC Herodotus wrote that 'nowhere are there so many marvellous things' as in Egypt, 'nor in the world besides are to be seen so many things of unspeakable greatness' - and not too much has changed.
Turkey...Turkey comes to life as you visit the magnificent city of Istanbul including the Topakapi Palace, Cappadocia and the Underground City and the biblical city of Ephesus. Because of its geographical location the mainland of Anatolia has always found favour throughout history, and is the birthplace of many great civilizations.
Heritage...History
Scandinavia...Travel through the quaint seaside town of Bergen, Norway. Take a ride on the famous funicular which takes you to the top of Mt. Floyen where you will have a panoramic view of the whole city. In Copenhagen, Denmark visit the bronze Little Mermaid statue that was inspired by the story of the Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen. In the evening you may enjoy visiting the oldest amusement park " Tivoli Gardens". In Sweden visit the Old Town where you will see where the Nobel Prize is awarded.
England...The aristocratic city of London with sights such as Big Ben and the Tower of London, which holds the royal Crown Jewels, the British Museum and the great theaters of the West End are just a few highlights that one will see in London. Travel outside of the city to see Castles, Gardens and Britain's greatest icon Stonehenge. Symbolizing mystery, power and endurance this is a sight not to be missed.........Special D-Day Memorial Tour
France...The city of "Light", Paris is just one of the historic areas of France. Visit the top of The Eiffel Tower for a panoramic view of the city, visit the Louvre Museum where you will see the famous "Mona Lisa" and then travel outside of the city through the countryside to the magnificent Palace of Versailles, or to visit one of the many Chateaux and wineries.
Germany...Take a dazzling journey through the best Germany has to offer, from the cathedral city of Cologne to the charming medieval town of Rothenburg. Along the way you will visit Dresden--the "Florence of the Elbe"--and enjoy the inspiring vista of Mad King Ludwig's Castle at Neuschwanstein.
Natural History Wildlife...Environment... Education
Singapore...Discover the wonders of the world in Singapore's reserve. Well marked paths meander through the jungle offering you an opportunity to spot exotic birds, butterflies, monkeys, squirrels and flying lemurs as well as unique plant life.
South America...One of the many beautiful and interesting countries of South America is Peru. A diverse and architecturally rich country Peru has the mystical archeological wonders of the Incas in Cuzco, Machu Pichu and the ever wondrous Nasca Lines. The lush Amazon, which is more than half of Peru and is a rich tropical rain forest, cruise through the jungles seeing mother nature at her best.
Central America...Costa Rica has all of the natural beauty of Costa Rica where you can sail through the jungles to the rainforest, fish in the Pacific, explore Cloud Mountain or swim in the hot springs.
North America...Visit the breath-taking National Parks of the United States, the wineries of the Napa Valley or enjoy a cruise on a historical river cruise. Sail through Alaska viewing wildlife, glaciers and natural beauty. Railway through the Canadian Rockies, visit wineries and taste the specially made "Ice Wine".
Africa...Safari through Masai Mara National Reserve the most popular game park in Kenya, viewing the "big five", elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard roaming in their natural habitat. Or for those that are daring, climb the majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, the highest permanently snow-capped free standing mountain in Africa.
