Treasures of Spain and Portugal - Westbound

Chart a course for a treasure trove of Iberian discoveries along the trade routes of the first Portuguese and Spanish explorers... discovering monuments of heroes past, ancient rock formations, and embracing local life... Set sail for a 13-day Spain and Portugal cruise adventure aboard your Windstar... Read MoreChart a course for a treasure trove of Iberian discoveries along the trade routes of the first Portuguese and Spanish explorers... discovering monuments of heroes past, ancient rock formations, and embracing local life... Set sail for a 13-day Spain and Portugal cruise adventure aboard your Windstar yacht. A two-night stay in Barcelona bookends this Iberian cruise, introducing you to Catalan cuisine and wowing you with a private visit to the Palau de la Música Catalana, a walk in whimsical Park Güell, and an opportunity to view the fantastical vision of Gaudí's unfinished La Sagrada Família. Continue sightseeing in Barcelona with your choice — whether that's a look inside the medieval maze of Barri Gòtic or a walking tour of the architectural highlights along Passeig de Gràcia. Board your cruise bound for Portugal, taking in sightseeing on the island of Palma de Mallorca with visits to its cathedral and Bellver Castle. Sip sherry and sample tapas as you watch a private horse show at a typical Andalusian manor house before exploring Málaga, the city where Pablo Picasso was born — and one that will stay with you long after your journey ends. Before Portugal, experience British traditions and monkeys in Gibraltar, and explore Seville, including a flamenco performance. Two nights in Lisbon allow time for a drive to Sintra for a palace visit and to indulge in the village charms of seaside Cascais, plus visits to monuments to heroes past at Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, and the Maritime Navy Museum. Welcome aboard – and welcome to the Iberian Peninsula!    

Starting at: $10,490

(Not Including Airfare)*

Treasures of Spain and Portugal - Eastbound

Chart a course for a treasure trove of Iberian discoveries along the trade routes of the first Portuguese and Spanish explorers... discovering monuments of heroes past, ancient rock formations and embracing local life... Set sail for a 13-day Spain and Portugal cruise adventure aboard your Windstar... Read MoreChart a course for a treasure trove of Iberian discoveries along the trade routes of the first Portuguese and Spanish explorers... discovering monuments of heroes past, ancient rock formations and embracing local life... Set sail for a 13-day Spain and Portugal cruise adventure aboard your Windstar yacht. View monuments to heroes past in Lisbon at Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, and your choice of the Coach Museum or the Maritime Museum. Drive to Sintra for a palace visit and indulge in the village charms of seaside Cascais. Explore the countryside towns and rock formations of Portimão and get a taste of local life at a family-owned vineyard. In Spain, take a sightseeing tour of Old Seville, sizzling with a passionate flamenco performance; experience British traditions and monkeys in Gibraltar; and in Málaga, sip sherry and sample tapas as you watch a private horse show at a typical Andalusian manor house before exploring the city where Pablo Picasso was born. Spend a full day ashore in Granada discovering the city's Moorish heritage and timeless beauty, and on the island of Palma de Mallorca, visit the Cathedral and Bellver Castle. A two-night stay in Barcelona bookends this Iberian cruise, introducing you to Catalan cuisine and wowing you with a private visit to the Palau de la Música Catalana, a walk in whimsical Parc Güell, and an opportunity to view the fantastical vision of Gaudí's La Sagrada Família. A choice of Barcelona sightseeing excursions includes a look inside the medieval maze of Barri Gòtic or a walking tour of the architectural highlights along Passeig de Gràcia. Welcome aboard!  

Starting at: $10,490

(Not Including Airfare)*

Grand Canadian Rockies

Prepare to be dazzled... from the coastal seaport of Vancouver… to the view from your room on Victoria's waterfront… a stroll through one of the finest gardens in the world… a fabulous rail journey across Western Canada's rugged mountains… famed alpine resorts in the heart of the national parks... A... Read MorePrepare to be dazzled... from the coastal seaport of Vancouver… to the view from your room on Victoria's waterfront… a stroll through one of the finest gardens in the world… a fabulous rail journey across Western Canada's rugged mountains… famed alpine resorts in the heart of the national parks... A comprehensive journey through Western Canada includes a classic overnight rail journey from Vancouver into the Canadian Rockies, a floatplane excursion over the Gulf Islands, a ferry cruise to Victoria, and a float trip down the Bow River in Banff National Park. Explore the cities of Vancouver and Victoria... travel the Icefields Parkway... visit Victoria's celebrated The Butchart Gardens and the Royal BC Museum... Vancouver's Gastown district and Bill Reid Gallery... and discover Banff and Jasper national parks from legendary inside-the-park Fairmont resorts.

Starting at: $10,990

(Not Including Airfare)*

The Best of Hawaii

Tauck's classic four-island journey across Hawaii incorporates natural and historical sights, exclusive cultural experiences, and free days to pursue your own passions on Oahu, the Big Island of Hawaii, Kauai and Maui. Stay in ocean-view rooms at some of Hawaii's finest oceanfront resorts; visit the... Read MoreTauck's classic four-island journey across Hawaii incorporates natural and historical sights, exclusive cultural experiences, and free days to pursue your own passions on Oahu, the Big Island of Hawaii, Kauai and Maui. Stay in ocean-view rooms at some of Hawaii's finest oceanfront resorts; visit the USS _Missouri_ Memorial in Pearl Harbor; enjoy a private catamaran sail at sunset on the Big Island; enjoy a pre-opening hours visit to Iolani Palace; learn about Hawaii's iconic botanical world and key product, coffee; attend a traditional luau on Maui; explore scenic Kauai by helicopter; and attend a private evening highlighted by cocktails and dinner at Queen Emma Summer Palace in Honolulu.

Starting at: $11,890

(Not Including Airfare)*

Switzerland: Europe's Crown Jewel

Snow caps, ice castles and you… One of the world's favorite year-round playgrounds, Switzerland astounds with natural beauty. In summer, sunlight warms wildflower meadows, picturesque mountain villages and glistening lakes to invite in-depth exploration of some of the most awe-inspiring scenery in... Read MoreSnow caps, ice castles and you… One of the world's favorite year-round playgrounds, Switzerland astounds with natural beauty. In summer, sunlight warms wildflower meadows, picturesque mountain villages and glistening lakes to invite in-depth exploration of some of the most awe-inspiring scenery in Europe. _Switzerland_ takes you from the soaring panoramas of the Alps to the serene beauty of her lakes, chic resorts, and four distinct cultures – plus a glimpse of northern Italy's fashionable lake district... Journey into the Alps... climb mighty mountains by cogwheel train to Gornergrat to view the Matterhorn... stay in historic hotels in the heart of world-famous resort towns like Lausanne, Lugano and St. Moritz, including a two-night stay at Interlaken's Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa in guest rooms featuring views of the Jungfrau... cruise aboard a private boat to the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore and on a wine-tasting cruise on Lake Lugano... attend a Tauck Exclusive, private reception at the Ice Palace on the Jungfraujoch, and more. Stunning scenery, centuries of rich history and warm, welcoming people await you on Tauck's ultimate Switzerland journey.

Starting at: $11,990

(Not Including Airfare)*

Rome, the Amalfi Coast & Sicily - Southbound

_Sicily, the Amalfi Coast & Rome_ was one of the earliest small ship cruises in our Mediterranean portfolio; updated for today's traveler, you'll explore stories of antiquities steeped in history and mythology, experience a myriad of natural wonders, and spend two nights in Malta and two nights in Rome... Read More_Sicily, the Amalfi Coast & Rome_ was one of the earliest small ship cruises in our Mediterranean portfolio; updated for today's traveler, you'll explore stories of antiquities steeped in history and mythology, experience a myriad of natural wonders, and spend two nights in Malta and two nights in Rome at premier hotels. They've been conquered in turn by different invaders, with some, like Malta and Sicily, boasting a history of occupation that dates back thousands of years. Once you see the sensational views from the cliff-top, Maltese city of Mdina, walled since medieval times, you'll discover why so many visitors were eager to claim this island gem for their own. Sicily, inhabited since the Ice Age, was a favorite trophy for the Greeks in the 5th and 6th centuries BC, followed in turn by a succession of rulers, including the Romans, the Vandals, the Arabs, the Normans, the Swabians, the House of Aragon and the Bourbons. The landscapes on this large Mediterranean island have proven to be fertile ground for vineyards, citrus groves, almond and cherry trees – and beaches. While its conquerors had their own reasons for turning Sicily into one of their colonies, travelers today revel in the archaeological treasures they left behind. You'll see an ancient Greek theatre and temple in Siracusa, a Roman renovation in Taormina, an open-air Arab casbah in Palermo, and Punic and Norman fortifications in medieval Erice – mingling with magnificent frescoed duomos, grand piazzas, Baroque balconies and terraced towns that speak volumes about Sicilian life, past and present. And spend two nights in the heart of Rome for the ultimate "Roman Holiday"...

Starting at: $12,890

(Not Including Airfare)*

Sicily, the Amalfi Coast & Rome - Northbound

_Sicily, the Amalfi Coast & Rome_ was one of the earliest small ship cruises in our Mediterranean portfolio; updated for today's traveler, you'll explore stories of antiquities steeped in history and mythology, experience a myriad of natural wonders, and spend two nights in Malta and two nights in Rome... Read More_Sicily, the Amalfi Coast & Rome_ was one of the earliest small ship cruises in our Mediterranean portfolio; updated for today's traveler, you'll explore stories of antiquities steeped in history and mythology, experience a myriad of natural wonders, and spend two nights in Malta and two nights in Rome at premier hotels. They've been conquered in turn by different invaders, with some, like Malta and Sicily, boasting a history of occupation that dates back thousands of years. Once you see the sensational views from the cliff-top, Maltese city of Mdina, walled since medieval times, you'll discover why so many visitors were eager to claim this island gem for their own. Sicily, inhabited since the Ice Age, was a favorite trophy for the Greeks in the 5th and 6th centuries BC, followed in turn by a succession of rulers, including the Romans, the Vandals, the Arabs, the Normans, the Swabians, the House of Aragon and the Bourbons. The landscapes on this large Mediterranean island have proven to be fertile ground for vineyards, citrus groves, almond and cherry trees – and beaches. While its conquerors had their own reasons for turning Sicily into one of their colonies, travelers today revel in the archaeological treasures they left behind. You'll see an ancient Greek theatre and temple in Siracusa, a Roman renovation in Taormina, an open-air Arab casbah in Palermo, and Punic and Norman fortifications in medieval Erice – mingling with magnificent frescoed duomos, grand piazzas, Baroque balconies and terraced towns that speak volumes about Sicilian life, past and present. And spend two nights in the heart of Rome for the ultimate "Roman Holiday"...

Starting at: $12,890

(Not Including Airfare)*

Rome, Sicily & Malta

Starting at: $12,990

(Not Including Airfare)*

Aegean Voyage: Athens to Istanbul - Northbound

Indulge in views of the mighty Acropolis from your luxurious grand hotel in Athens, before setting sail on an 8-night odyssey to storied Greek Isles immortalized in legend and lore and a three-night stay in the cultural hub of Turkey, Istanbul. Transit the historic Corinth Canal linking the Ionian Sea... Read MoreIndulge in views of the mighty Acropolis from your luxurious grand hotel in Athens, before setting sail on an 8-night odyssey to storied Greek Isles immortalized in legend and lore and a three-night stay in the cultural hub of Turkey, Istanbul. Transit the historic Corinth Canal linking the Ionian Sea with the Aegean, explore archaeologically rich Delphi and succumb to the seduction of Santorini, sun kissed and scenic, cliffs to shore. Bask in the beauty and history of Bodrum by boat and guided walks, have lunch in Kusadasi, meeting rug makers whose work astounds, and dine under the stars in ancient Ephesus, reflecting centuries of history, from classical Greece to the Roman Empire. Make your way to magical Mykonos to do as you choose, viewing the island's movie settings or the archaeological wonderland on neighboring Delos. A day in Lemnos invites with scenic sights and culinary treats, including a wine and cheese tasting or a walking tour that samples local specialties. And if Istanbul inspires your thirst for discoveries thousands of years in the making, a three-night stay at a landmark luxury hotel wows with expertly guided visits to Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and more that speak volumes about Ottoman empires past.

Starting at: $13,490

(Not Including Airfare)*

Aegean Voyage: Istanbul to Athens - Southbound

Explore and set sail on an eight-night odyssey to storied Greek Isles immortalized in legend and lore, from the cultural hub of Turkey, Istanbul, ending with a two-night stay in Athens where you indulge in views of the mighty Acropolis from your luxurious grand hotel... Transit the historic Corinth... Read MoreExplore and set sail on an eight-night odyssey to storied Greek Isles immortalized in legend and lore, from the cultural hub of Turkey, Istanbul, ending with a two-night stay in Athens where you indulge in views of the mighty Acropolis from your luxurious grand hotel... Transit the historic Corinth Canal linking the Ionian Sea with the Aegean, explore archaeologically rich Delphi and succumb to the seduction of Santorini, sun kissed and scenic, cliffs to shore. Bask in the beauty and history of Bodrum by boat and guided walks, have lunch in Kusadasi, meeting rug makers whose work astounds, and dine under the stars in ancient Ephesus, reflecting centuries of history, from classical Greece to the Roman Empire. Make your way to magical Mykonos to do as you choose, viewing the island's movie settings or the archaeological wonderland on neighboring Delos. A day in Lemnos invites with scenic sights and culinary treats, including a wine and cheese tasting or a walking tour that samples local specialties. And if Istanbul inspires your thirst for discoveries thousands of years in the making, a three-night stay at a landmark luxury hotel wows with expertly guided visits to Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and more that speak volumes about Ottoman empires past.

Starting at: $13,490

(Not Including Airfare)*