Smithsonian Journeys

Highlights

• Traveling through sumptuous, ever-changing landscapes that showcase ancient histories and diverse cultures.
• Also see the Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences in the old trading port of Georgetown.
• Also discover an ancient temple, the Sacred Monkey Forest, and the artistic enclave of Ubud

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• Garden of the Gods: Observe the breathtaking views of 300-foot-high sandstone rock formations against the backdrop of snowcapped Pikes Peak. Enjoy a trail walk and the newly renovated nature center and museum.
• Georgetown Loop: Depart from Denver on a spectacular stretch of three-foot narrow gauge railroad that brings you deep into scenic Clear Creek Valley.
• Silverton Narrow Gauge Railway: Ride this train for an unforgettable journey through the mountains to historic Durango.
• Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad: Visit the village of Chama, New Mexico, and ride this historic train, which served the silver mines of the San Juans.
• Royal Gorge Route Railway: Follow the winding, tumbling Arkansas River and view the granite cliffs of Colorado’s Royal Gorge.

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• Explore the natural beauty and geological wonders of this amazing island.
• Massive glaciers, powerful waterfalls, volcanoes, spouting hot springs.
• Visit Thingvellir National Park, where the world’s oldest parliament was established.

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• Holland: Take a private cruise along Amsterdam’s legendary canals, a World Heritage site.
• Germany and the Rhine River: Visit the World Heritage site of Cologne’s Old Town, cruise through the scenic Rhine River Valley, enjoy a private wine tasting, and explore Heidelberg.
• France: Arrive in Alsace, a region whose ownership has moved between Germany and France for generations, and discover Strasbourg's Old City, a World Heritage site.
• The Swiss Alps and Legendary Railways: Explore the World Heritage site of Berne, travel through the Bernese Oberland to the snowcapped mountain peaks of the Alps, and stop in Interlaken to admire the Jungfrau. Dramatically set beneath the iconic Matterhorn, enjoy Lucerne and Zermatt aboard three legendary railways.

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• Vancouver: Enjoy a full day in this cosmopolitan city and explore many of its treasures.
• The Rocky Mountaineer: View coastal forests, roaring river canyons, and snowcapped mountain ranges from the comfort of the train’s observation car and lounge.
• Jasper National Park (est. 1907): Explore the park for a full day and take a cruise on Maligne Lake, one of the largest glacier-fed lakes in the world. Travel along the Icefields Parkway, where wildlife such as grizzly bear, moose, elk, and mountain goat are easily spotted.
• Banff National Park

Highlights

• Explore the world of film through screenings and special sessions with your Study Leader.
• Hotel is located in the center of Cannes.
• Starlets posing on sparkling beaches for eager paparazzi, veteran directors enjoying an espresso in a seaside café.

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• The wonders of Southern Africa exceed the imagination.
• Poised between soaring mountains and expansive views of the sea.
• Travel through the breathtaking South African countryside aboard the Rovos Rail, one of the world’s most luxurious trains.

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• Breathtaking Sites: Stand in awe as the afternoon sun bathes the ethereal beauty of Agra’s Taj Mahal, plus visit spectacular Agra Fort. Discover silent Fatehpur Sikri, a perfectly preserved Mughal city dating from the 16th century.
• Princely Capitals: Admire regal cities built by maharajas. In the “pink city” of Jaipur, visit the Amber Fort, City Palace Museum, and Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century royal observatory. In the “blue city” of Jodhpur, explore Mehrangarh Fort, home to royal palaces with priceless decorative arts. And in magical Udaipur, the “city of lakes,” discover the vast riches of the City Palace and enjoy its panoramic views over the scenic lake setting.
• Wildlife: Accompanied by expert naturalists, visit two renowned wildlife refuges. In Ranthambore National Park, take game drives in search of monkey, wild boar, jackals, and the elusive Bengal tiger, and in Keoladeo Ghana National Park discover some of the 400 species of exotic birds at home in this World Heritage-listed bird sanctuary.
• The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels: To better experience these imperial capitals and remote but fascinating places, travel for five nights in comfort aboard our luxury train, designed to re-create the splendor of the royal maharajas.