You want to see more the world and you have just a week to spend. Our popular A Week In… series, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2009, takes you to some of Europe’s most sought-after destinations for multiple-night stays. Explore North America, from magnificent national parks to glittering cities, areas alive with history and places of the heart where cultures and traditions from days gone by are proudly nurtured. Sky walk in the treetops where colorful birds and howler monkeys live, visit a volcano and float along a jungle river in Costa Rica. And you’ll have wonderful experiences you’ll all remember forever on our weeklong Tauck Bridges family travel adventures. Our Tauck Directors, local guides and experts in their fields will ensure that your week with Tauck is a week well spent!
America’s Canyonlands, one of our most-loved adventures to our nation’s majestic parks and canyons.
Tauck 1-Week Journeys in North America
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Best of the Canadian Rockies
Tauck Partners' Savings - save up to $320 per couple ($160 per person)! Glaciers, snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes, and famous hotels highlight this Alberta travel experience through three stunning Canadian national parks, all part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site; explore Jasper "your way" with a choice of outdoor adventures.
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Pacific Northwest
Ferry and floatplane trips, blue waters and snow-capped mountains, formal gardens and fish markets, Smokejumpers and the Space Needle, plus discoveries in the great cities of Victoria, Vancouver, and Seattle highlight this Pacific Northwest tour.
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San Francisco, Sonoma & Napa Valleys
Explore San Francisco's diverse neighborhood and cultural gems; visit Muir Woods; and enjoy a catamaran cruise around Alcatraz, wine tastings in Sonoma, and the quintessential Napa Valley tour aboard the Wine Train on this weeklong journey.
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America's Canyonlands
Tauck's Bryce Canyon, Zion and magnificent Grand Canyon tour takes in the geologic wonders of three of North America's most popular national parks by boat, plane, and 4-wheel-drive vehicle - and includes the urban glamour and glitz of Las Vegas and the quiet splendor of classic national park lodges.
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Red Rocks & Painted Canyons
Family FYI: Did you know that after the Glen Canyon Dam was built, it took the Colorado River 17 years to fill Lake Powell? Have fun exploring Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks from classic inside-the-park lodges - plus Lake Powell, Sedona and Las Vegas - with your family on the perfect Utah, Nevada and Arizona vacation.
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Cowboy Country
Family FYI: Did you know that dinosaur footprints 165 million years old (Jurassic Period) were found near Shell Falls in 1997? Discover the best of Wyoming travel and the old west during your family's Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone vacation.
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New Mexico - Land of Enchantment
Tauck's culturally enriching New Mexico vacation explores Native American, Spanish and Old West influences in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, and visits Taos Pueblo, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, and White Sands and Bandelier national monuments.
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Charleston / Savannah
The glory days of the Old South come alive on Tauck's South Carolina and Georgia travel package - with a private Charleston harbor cruise, a dinner in Savannah at a historic Art Deco building, and visits to plantations, gardens, a Civil War fort, and an island tycoon retreat.
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Williamsburg & Washington, DC
Journey from Philadelphia through Amish country to Gettysburg; visit Shenandoah National Park, Monticello, Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown en route to Washington, DC. Special Tauck touches include a storytelling experience in Gettysburg, a Williamsburg ghost tour, and night sightseeing of the nation's capital.
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Cape Cod, The Islands and Newport
Experience epochs of American history from the days of the Pilgrims to Nantucket's whaling heyday and Newport in the "Gilded Age" on this fascinating New England vacation; includes a visit to The Breakers and a whale-watching cruise off Provincetown.
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Michigan's Lakes & Mackinac Island
Explore the region famed for its 11,000 inland lakes and 36,000 miles of rivers and streams on Tauck's comprehensive Michigan tour, featuring two-night stays at the world-famous Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island and the award-winning Grand Traverse Resort & Spa.
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Classic New England
Cruise aboard a working lobster boat, and wander through historic mansions, museums and destinations from history books as you explore picturesque Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire on this classic among our New England tours.
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Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia
Private evenings at Pier 21 and the Citadel in Halifax, a whale-watching excursion on the Bay of Fundy, a guided visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Lunenburg, and the Anne of Green Gables legacy highlight this Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia travel adventure.
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Alaska: Call of the Wild
Family FYI: Did you know that the high-tech outdoor treasure-hunting game called "Geocaching" is played with a GPS system? Tauck Bridges' family Alaska tour takes you jet boating into the wilderness, flightseeing over Denali National Park, visiting Alaskan Huskies in training and more!
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Magical Hawaii
Family FYI: Did you know that the meanings of the Hawaiian word "aloha" include peace, love, welcome and farewell? Tauck's magical Hawaii family vacation delights travelers of all ages with beachfront resort stays on three islands, cool things to do like a surfing lesson and a catamaran cruise, and a "taste" of Hawaii at a traditional luau.
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Patriots of America
Family FYI: Did you know that on the Liberty Bell, the name of Pennsylvania is missing one "n"?" Take a fun and fascinating journey of discovery along America's road from past to present with your family on Tauck Bridges' Philadelphia to Washington DC tour.
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Majestic California: The Pacific, Redwoods & Yosemite
Family FYI: Did you know that Yosemite National Park's Giant Sequoia Trees are the largest living things on earth, but their seeds are no bigger than a flake of oatmeal? Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge, pan for gold, ride a moonlight train and more with your family on our new California travel adventure, Majestic California: The Pacific, Redwoods & Yosemite!
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Wonders of the Canadian Rockies
Family FYI: Did you know that you can still see ripple marks made by waves millions of years ago in the rocks of Maligne Canyon? Get set for real adventure as your family explores western Canada's mountains, national parks, and wildlife on this most fun-filled of Canadian Rockies tours.
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The Kentucky Derby
Tauck's five-day Run for the Roses premier event in Kentucky's Bluegrass region in May, 2009, offers a complete firsthand look at the Kentucky Derby, the fascinating world of thoroughbred racing and Lexington's horse country. Filled with exclusive private receptions and behind-the-scenes visits, Tauck's festive celebration culminates in a true VIP experience at Churchill Downs for the 135th running of the Kentucky Derby!
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Tauck 1-Week Journeys in Europe
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Iceland: Land of Fire and Ice
New for 2010!
This exciting 7-night cruise aboard the new-for-2010 yacht Le Boreal, explores cosmopolitan Reykjavik, picturesque fishing villages and a remote island farm amidst the incomparable natural wonders found in Iceland. See fjords ringed by mountains; stroll atop black lava landscapes; view sulphur fields, glaciers, spouting geysers and majestic waterfalls; and soak in a thermally heated lagoon.
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A Week In... Ireland
Tauck Partners' Savings - save up to $380 per couple (190 per person)! Tauck's Ireland travel week combines multiple nights at some of the Emerald Isle's finest hotels; indulge in Irish lore and culture from dramatic western landscapes to the Georgian streets of Dublin.
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A Week In... Scotland
Tauck Partners' Savings - save up to $380 per couple ($190 per person)! An enriching Scotland travel experience! From Rob Roy country to the Highlands, explore Edinburgh's eclectic blend of historic landmarks and modern ingenuity; the tranquil beauty of Loch Lomond; Blair Castle; and the dramatic scenery of Inverness and the Highlands.
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Castles & Kings: London to Paris
Family FYI: Did you know that on a clear day you can see up to 25 miles in every direction from the top of the London Eye? History books come alive on our family London and Paris tour - visit the Eiffel Tower, Tower of London, Windsor Castle, Versailles and Cabinet War Rooms; ride the London Eye and a speedboat on the Thames; and see the hit revival of Oliver! in London's West End.
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A Week In... London and Paris
Tauck Partners' Savings - save up to $380 per couple ($190 per person)! Experience powerful history and rich cultural connections on Tauck's week-long Paris and London tour, highlighted by afternoon tea and a West End theater performance in London, and a visit to the Louvre and a dinner cruise on the Seine in Paris. Select Small Group departure dates available with of no more than 26 Tauck guests!
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A Week In... Paris and Provence
Experience what makes a France tour with Tauck unforgettable: an adventure walk on the Pont du Gard, an olive-oil tasting at Mas des Barres, exploring magical Monte-Carlo and Provence, a romantic dinner cruise on Paris' River Seine and more. Select Small Group departure dates available with no more than 26 Tauck guests!
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A Week In... Spain
Witness Spain's diverse cultural heritage on Tauck's Spain vacation that visits Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Seville, Córdoba, and Madrid. Enjoy a private flamenco performance, a horse-drawn carriage ride in Seville, and a guided tour of Madrid's Museo del Prado.
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A Week In... Imperial Europe
Tauck Partners' Savings - save up to $380 per couple! Tauck's one-week Eastern Europe tour includes multiple nights in the imperial cities of Budapest, Vienna and Prague plus picturesque travels through the Hungarian, Austrian, and the Czech Republic countryside.
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A Week In... Italy
Tauck's after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums, frescoed
cathedrals, priceless art masterpieces, the glory of the Roman Empire,
medieval hilltop towns, and the treasures of the Uffizi Gallery are all
highlighted on this 8-day Florence, Rome, and Tuscany tour.
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A Week in ... Rome, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast
Discover Italy's antiquities, architecture, and dramatic scenery from the ruins of Pompeii to cliff-clinging seaside villages, relics of ancient Rome, and Tauck's after-hours guided visit to the Vatican Museums on Tauck's one-week journey featuring Rome, Capri and the Amalfi Coast.
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A Week In... St. Petersburg & Moscow
Tauck Partners' Savings - save up to $380 per couple! Tauck’s week-long Russia tour takes you inside Moscow and St. Petersburg, including the Kremlin, Red Square, the Russian ballet and more - with exclusive experiences like a visit to Stalin's hidden bunker and an early morning tour of The State Hermitage Museum!
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A Week In... Bavaria, The Dolomites & Venice
New for 2010 - Including the Passion Play!
- Watch the Passion Play from our premier seating, explore the Dolomites and Lake Garda, and discover the cultural kinship between Innsbruck, Munich, Verona and Venice - on a new Tauck Oberammergau travel experience that takes you from the mountains to the sea!
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Cruising the Blue Danube
Family FYI: Did you know that the movie The Third Man was filmed at the Vienna Prater at the famous Giant Ferris Wheel? See the Old World through new eyes on one of our newest Europe tours - a family-friendly 7-night Danube riverboat cruise filled with fun, adventure and surprises in some of Europe's greatest cities - and a visit to the Vienna Prater for a ride on the famous ferris wheel!
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Italia Bella: Rome to Venice
Family FYI: Did you know that there are nearly 40 separate ancient catacombs beneath the city of Rome? An after-hours guided visit to the Vatican Museums, a pizza-making lesson in Pisa, a tour of Roman catacombs and multiple-night stays in Florence, Venice and Rome highlight this most family-friendly of Italy tours.
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Tauck 1-Week Journeys in Latin America
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Costa Rica Adventure
Witness volcanoes, rainforests, and coastal waterways on this Costa Rica travel adventure, spotting nature's best as you cruise on boats, hike in the jungle, and visit eco-parks and reserves.
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Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests
Family FYI: Did you know that Costa Rica boasts 1,000 butterfly varieties, 9,000 kinds of plants, and 34,000 species of insects? This unforgettable Costa Rica vacation takes your family to an ecological wonderland complete with rainforests, volcanoes, jungle rivers, and tropical beaches.
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Galápagos: Wildlife Wonderland
Family FYI: Did you know - the Galápagos Penguin can survive so close to the Equator because the Humboldt current brings in cold waters from the Antarctic. Discover wildlife found nowhere else in the world during this exceptional family Galápagos tour including a 4-night cruise aboard M/V Santa Cruz.
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Tauck 1-Week Journeys in Africa
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Botswana: The Okavango & Linyanti
Extend your South African adventure with a four-night, fly-in Botswana safari to two remote regions legendary for hippopotamus, elephants, lions, and more, traveling by pontoon boat and staying in luxury tented safari camps.
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