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- St. Augustine
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Land of the Incas: Peru • May 23 - June 2, 2023
Tour Code: GVP23
Come with us high into the clouds as we explore the archaeological wonder of Machu Picchu. Built by the Inca in the 15th and 16th centuries, this sacred site of religious, cultural, architectural and artistic importance was “lost” to the world for centuries. We’ll use nearby Cuzco as our base to explore the area, including traditional markets, the fortress, other nearby historic sites, and of course, the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. From there, we’ll ride the train through stunning landscapes to the unique floating islands of Los Uros. Later, we fly off to Lima before exploring another other-worldly site on an Amazon tributary. There we’ll find amazing flora and fauna, both land and water based. This tour will certainly leave you filled with wonder and awe at every turn.
Tour Cost:
$4,989 per person
double occupancy
Taj, Temples & Tigers: India • Feb. 3 - 15, 2023
Tour Code: INTT23
Do you dream of India? Our tour takes you to some of the best of the country – the cities of Delhi and Jaipur, Taj Mahal at sunrise, animal safaris to seek tigers, leopards and more. We explore daily life in small villages and meet local artisans. We ride an elephant to the top of Amer Fort. Our lovely hosts ensure that you become immersed in the history, culture and diversity of incredible India.
Tour Cost:
$4,259 per person
double occupancy
Alsace & Mosel: Spirituality & Wine Tour • June 3-14, 2022
Tour Code: CMA22
Option for nights in Paris pre-tour
Join us on this mythical itinerary as we explore the picturesque villages of the Alsace (France) and Mosel (Germany) wine regions. See the headquarters of General Dwight Eisenhower, along with the birthplace of Joan of Arc. Taste rose biscuits as you sip champagne. We pay our respects at the American cemetery before taking a train to an underground 1930’s fort. We visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Porta Nigra in Trier as well as the largest Roman Imperial Baths in Europe. We top our trip off with a cruise on the Rhine River learning the history of the many castle ruins.
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Tour Cost:
$5,109 per person
double occupancy
Wreaths across American and Washington DC • December 11 - 15, 2019
Tour Code: JCDC19
Join Ed-Ventures in our nation’s capital, as we honor our fallen veterans at Arlington National Cemetery. Among other activities, our tour includes a wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, tour of the Pentagon, and a holiday concert. The highlight of the weekend will certainly be our participation in the Wreaths Across America Day. We join thousands of participants to lay wreaths on each of the tombstones at Arlington National Cemetery. This is a wonderful opportunity to come together with friends and family to honor, remember and teach the value of freedom.
Tour Cost:
$1,199 per person
double occupancy
Asian Adventures • June 16 - 27, 2018
Tour Code: DRAD18
Thirty-five years ago, Walt Disney’s ideal of the “happiest place on Earth” came to Asia, with the opening of Disneyland Tokyo. This family-friendly tour will take you to all three of the Disneyland parks in Asia – Hong Kong, the newest in Shanghai, and Tokyo. We will have plenty of time to enjoy each park, stay at Disney resort properties, and also spend a day exploring the cultural highlights of each city. Join us as we make unforgettable memories.
Tour Cost:
$6,288 per person
double occupancy
The Iberian Peninsula: Spain & Portugal • Sept. 28 - Oct. 9, 2017
Tour Code: SPP17
Spain and Portugal changed the shape of the New World, and this tour offers you the opportunity to learn more about these important cultures from their past to today. This tour will be full of history, music, architecture, and of course, food and sherry. We start our Iberian Experience in Lisbon, Portugal where we get our first taste of the music and sounds of this fascinating peninsular city. We then move on to the other great cities and towns of the area, including Seville, Granada, Toledo, and Madrid. This spectacular journey will not disappoint!
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Tour Cost:
$2,749 per person
double occupancy
Ireland & Scotland • April 20 - May 3, 2021
Tour Code: PTIE21
From windswept cliffs and the bright green sparkle of early Spring on the Emerald Isle, to the craggy outcrops and fog-laden mists of the Scottish Highlands, this tour of the British Isles will offer new perspectives at every turn. We’ll visit the Ring of Kerry, the Book of Kells, and the Blarney stone in Ireland. Scottish highlights include Glasgow, the Lochs, and Edinburgh. We’ll pass by train through some of England’s most picturesque landscapes before arriving for a tour of London’s top sites. Let your imagination roam free as we guide you through these unforgettable regions.
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Tour Cost:
$3,599 per person
double occupancy
Iberian Peninsula: Spain & Portugal • June 1 - 12, 2017
Tour Code: GSP17
Explore the secrets of the Iberian Peninsula and its layered history as we travel from the gusty Atlantic to the balmy Mediterranean. We visit bustling Lisbon and Seville, stately Madrid and Toledo, quirky Barcelona and enchanting Granada. You’ll see how each region has developed its own personality, from the food to the music to the architecture, and even the language. Let your inhibitions go and dance in the streets with us in Iberia!
Tour Cost:
$3,209 per person
double occupancy
Best of Israel and Jordan • April 22 - May 4, 2014
Tour leaders, Howard Reinschmidt, a retired pastor, and Larry Larsen, CEO of Ed-Ventures have traveled to the Holy Lands several times. They are leading this group to the Holy Lands, taking travelers to the sites that they define as the best of Israel and Jordan. Included in the tour is a cable car ride above Masada, a short horseback ride to the beginning of the Siq, and a jeep ride in the desert to have tea with the Bedouins.
Tour Cost:
$3,990 per person
double occupancy
Enchanting Ireland & England • April 23 - May 6, 2014
From riding in an open horse-drawn carriage through Killarney National Park to kissing the Blarney Stone to aquire the "gift of eloquence", this tour gives you a broad overview of the British Isles. See thatched cottages and colorful gardens in Adare. Travel one of the most scenic roads in the world, the Ring of Kerry. Throw in some castles and the Loch Ness Monster and you will have stories to tell for years. We top it off with three nights in London, including a show on the West End!
Tour Cost:
$3,399 per person
double occupancy
Israel, Petra & Jordan with Gene van Galder • April 24 - May 3, 2014
Join world traveler, Gene van Galder, as he leads a group to Israel. Participants will see ancient wonders which will bring the bible to life. Some of the many highlights include a boat ride on the Sea of galilee, the chance to touch the water at the baptismal site on the Jordan River, a cable car ride above Masada and going to the Garden of Gethsemane.
Tour Cost:
$2,499 per person
double occupancy
Northern France • May 1 - 12, 2014
From the carefully restored gardens of impressionist painter, Claude Monet to the Caen Peace Memorial (dedicated to the Normandy invasion) patricipants will get a true flavor of Northern France. Tour highlights include visits to two Chateau's, a winery, and the Notre Dame cathedral. The tour concludes with two days in Paris.
Tour Cost:
$2,999 per person
double occupancy
Britain's Quaintest Villages • June 2 - 15, 2014
Optional London Extension • June 15 - 18, 2014
This tour will take you to some of Britain's quaintest villages. It starts out in the tranquil and timeless area of the Lake District. Next we travel to Northern Wales where we see the medieval towns of Chester and Conwy. We will spend time in Cotswolds where we see many villages where it appears that time has stood still. This tour also includes an optional extension to London to see the world's most visited city.
Tour Cost:
$3,399 per person
double occupancy
England: Mayflower Anniversary Tour
June 4 - 15, 2021 • Tour Code: MMA21
Are you a Mayflower Descendant? This tour is designed for you and your family and friends!
You are invited to join other “cousins” on a Mayflower-themed tour of England, on the 400th anniversary of the historic voyage, an event of global significance. The Mayflower Pilgrims’ principles of individual liberty and freedom first took root in the UK, were nurtured in the Netherlands and then flowered in America. Their values have since guided all modern democracies.
On the tour you’ll gain an understanding of the Pilgrims’ lives before they sailed by visiting the homes where they lived, the churches where they worshiped, and the jail in Boston where they were imprisoned. You will also see the ports of Southampton, Dartmouth, and also Plymouth, their final departure point. Other highlights include Stratford-upon-Avon, Windsor Castle, Lincoln Castle and Cathedral, and lunch in the Mayflower Pub in London – a favorite for the crew of the Mayflower.
Tour Cost:
$3,599 per person
double occupancy
Germany, Austria & Switzerland • July 11 - 23, 2021
Tour Code: KKG21
Vineyard covered landscapes dotted with half-timbered villages and baroque palaces, surrounded by snow-covered mountains set against an azure blue sky – these are the images that await you on this tour of the Alpine regions of Central Europe. We’ll start with the quaint towns of Germany, Wurzburg and Rothenberg, where you’ll feel you’ve stepped back in time a few centuries. Then, we’ll enjoy the sights of Salzburg in Austria, made famous by the “Sound of Music”. We’ll continue back across the border to the wood-carvers town of Oberammergau. We’ll dip into Switzerland and Lichtenstein for some incredible sightseeing and shopping. These are the Alps at their best. Our last days will be spent exploring the Black Forest, enjoying a cruise on the Rhine and visiting a castle keep. Come enjoy them with us.
Tour Cost:
$3,499 per person
double occupancy
Spirit of Ireland • July 24 - August 5, 2021
Tour Code: HTI21
Your “Irish Eyes” will be smiling and your Irish feet will be itching to do a jig as we travel around the Emerald Island. We have chosen from among our own favorite stops to create a tour that introduces you to Ireland’s impressive landscapes, it’s traditional lifestyles, deep history and wonderful people. We haven’t forgotten the food and drink, with charming restaurants, distilleries and breweries all in the mix. There will be plenty of opportunities to shop for great gifts for someone else – or to pamper yourself. You haven’t really experienced “football” (soccer) until you’ve cheered with the fans at a local pub. Come raise a pint with us.
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Tour Cost:
$4,549 per person
double occupancy
Vienna to Oberammergau • July 31 - August 9, 2022
Tour Code: MAST22
When the cities heat up in the summer, the people come out to play. The festival schedule in August is filled with outdoor concerts and music festivals, beer gardens in the parks, and people enjoying their plein aire activities. And, of course, our tour highlight, the Oberammergau Passion Play. Our tour takes us to Vienna, Salzburg, southern Germany and Munich. We’ll take a morning cruise on the Danube, visit a winery for dinner, have our farewell dinner at a traditional German beer hall. Pull up a chair and your sunglasses and watch it all unfold.
Tour Cost:
$3,742 per person
double occupancy
Colorado Beer Tour • August 1 - 4, 2019
Tour Code: MCB19
Travel with Ed-Ventures to the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado. We’ll discover how the many breweries in and around the area have contributed to making this one of the “Happiest Places in America.” We’ll visit iconic breweries nestled into nature, the world-famous Coors brewery, and other unique establishments. There will be time to explore Denver one evening, and an opportunity to see real rodeo action. This is a not-to-be-missed tour opportunity.
Tour Cost:
$1,399 per person
double occupancy
Vikings, Trolls & Fjords: Norway • June 18 - 29, 2020
Tour Code: GVN20
Each stop on this tour of Norway will surpass the last with breathtaking views and scenic splendor. We’ll travel from Bergen to Oslo, taking in the large cities and small villages of this Nordic paradise. We will see the famous fjords, moving glaciers, and majestic mountains. We’ll ride the famous Flam Train and travel through mountain tunnels. We’ll take advantage of the light of the midnight sun to experience a polar plunge into the icy waters of the fjord. We’ll also explore Norway’s cultural highlights, from the music of Grieg to the art of the vikings to the grace of medieval cathedrals. This tour is a true Nordic delight.
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