What sites or destinations are at the top of your travel bucket list? Do they include vibrant cities? Sandy beaches? World-famous landmarks? Intriguing wildlife? Jaw-dropping scenery?
If you're like most people, the more you travel, the more you desire to travel—as you continuously add new places and opportunities to that bucket list.
From epic international classics to exciting domestic treasures, we've selected a variety of our guests' most sought-after journeys that will have you dreaming of places near and far and contemplating, "Where to next?"
Discover the endless beauty, abundant wildlife, and native cultures of Southeast Alaska during a small-ship cruise with skilled naturalists by your side. Alaska is everything you've imagined it to be—magnificent peaks and fjords, captivating grizzlies, ice-blue glaciers, majestic bald eagles, intelligent whales, swaggering moose—and so much more!
The incomparable Nile. Splendid ancient monuments. Endless golden sands. Egypt is a cradle of civilization essential to our human story and the developments in government, religion, and agriculture. With its long past and welcoming people, Egypt beckons travelers to explore ruins of the past and wonders of today. Uncover this destination's magnetic attraction with our 14-day adventure or our up-tempo 11-day program. During each, you'll delight in five-star accommodations and a Nile River cruise aboard a privately chartered dahabiya.
Whether you seek quiet relaxation or active exploration, The Galapagos Islands ask nothing more than respect for nature and the creatures that call the area home. More than 80 percent of land animals and 30 percent of plant species in the Galapagos are endemic—meaning they only exist in this one place on the entire planet. Swim with sea lions, walk with giant tortoises, and marvel at the flora and fauna that famously inspired Charles Darwin with this evolutionary gem off the coast of Ecuador.
Following your Galapagos adventure with Orbridge, consider our post-tour extension to Machu Picchu, the Incas' lost city in Peru. A bucket list destination for many travelers, this option gives you the chance to explore the famous city of Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the Pisac Market, ride the train through the Urubamba Valley, marvel at the massive stone stairs at Ollantaytambo, and break bread in the home of a local Peruvian family.
Did you know as a keystone species the wolves of Yellowstone help stabilize the ecosystem? Research shows wolves play a role in creating resilient elk herds and enrich biodiversity. Explore the remarkable great American wilderness inside Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks to learn more about these intelligent, adaptable predators and many other animals with our exclusive wintertime program, The Wolves & Wildlife of Yellowstone.
In fact, America’s 63 National Parks—which span 29 states and two U.S. territories—are full of natural wonders waiting to be discovered. Whether you’re a nature-lover, adventurer, or a city-dweller dreaming of seeing a bit of green, there's something for you!
Orbridge is proud to highlight America's own untouched natural splendor and diverse landscapes with programs National Parks & Lodges of the Old West, Death Valley, Yosemite, and the Great Parks of California, and Southwest National Parks. Hike among otherworldly formations, stargaze beneath dark skies, behold the Grand Canyon and the world's largest tree, witness Old Faithful erupting, enjoy wildlife viewing, learn about Native American culture and more—all in your own "backyard."
Thinking big? Earth’s southernmost continent, Antarctica, is truly a once-in-a-lifetime destination. Here at the coldest, driest, and windiest continent in the world, become a part of history's list of most intrepid explorers. Join the 7 Continents Club to be rewarded with breathtaking views of pristine wilderness and boundless beauty. Shelves of ice, icebergs, penguins, seals, and whales combine with a well-appointed ship and opportunities to do things you may have never imagined, like polar plunging into the ocean, sea kayaking, and daily excursions ashore.
New experiences and dreams nourish us in ways like nothing else can. For more information on the celebrated programs above, or for additional future travel ideas, visit us at Orbridge.com or call (866) 639-0079.