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Western USA National Parks Explorer
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They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
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Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

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Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon, California, Capitol Reef National Park, Colorado, Death Valley, Golden Gate Bridge, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Las Vegas, Mesa Verde, Moab, Monument Valley, New York, San Francisco, Sierra Nevada, Utah, Venice, York, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park

Highlights

  • Journey through some of the most dramatic scenery on the planet
  • Discover vibrant San Francisco and the desert city of Las Vegas
  • Enjoy walking in Yosemite, Zion, Bryce and Grand Canyon national parks

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Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

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Canadian Rockies and Pacific Coast
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They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
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Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

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Banff, Banff National Park, Calgary, Canadian Rockies, Canmore, Jasper, Jasper National Park, Lake Louise, Niagara Falls, Pacific Coast, Tofino, Vancouver, Whistler, Whyte Museum

Highlights

  • Discover the majesty of Canada's great outdoors, travelling between Vancouver and Calgary
  • Walk trails in Banff and Jasper National Parks and look for grizzly and black bear
  • Explore the wildly beautiful Vancouver Island and the Pacific Coast

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Contrasts of Mexico + Yucatan Peninsula Extension
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They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
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Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

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Caribbean, Caye Caulker, Central America, Chichen Itza, Flores, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Mexico City, Palenque, San Cristobal, San Ignacio, San Juan, Santo Domingo, Tehuantepec, Tikal, Tulum, Valladolid, Xunantunich

Highlights

  • Explore the impressive Aztec & Mayan sites of Mexico, plus enjoy the best of the Yucatan
  • Experience the local life & colour of Indigenous villages
  • Discover little-explored ruins, hidden by rainforest

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
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Utah Parks Circuit
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Arches National Park, Las Vegas, Moab, Monument Valley, Utah

Highlights

  • Check all of the 'Big Five' Utah national parks off your list with visits to Zion, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef.
  • Learn about indigenous culture and history in Monument Valley during a tour led by a Navajo guide and spend the night in a traditional hogan hut.
  • Hike past sculpted sandstone formations, waterfalls and hanging gardens in Zion National Park, roasting s’mores around a campfire by night.
  • Explore Bryce Canyon, known for its crimson-coloured hoodoos which are spire-shaped rock formations.
  • See the exquisite sandstone arches of the aptly named Arches National Park and witness spectacular desert colours during a sunrise hike to Delicate Arch.
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Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure

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Arctic Express Canada: The Heart of the Northwest Passage
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With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Explore the highlights of Lancaster Sound
  • Search for iconic Arctic wildlife, such as Polar bears and Musk ox
  • Cruise in a Zodiac to get up close to glaciers, fjords, icebergs and more
  • Visit Inuit communities and learn about their traditions and customs
  • Travel in a small expedition vessel
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Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

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Hiking Washington's Olympic National Park
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Highlights

  • Spend each night at a century-old hotel filled with charm and history, where a comfortable bed awaits, as well as opportunities for shorter hikes just outside the back door.
  • Hike along the alpine wonderland of Hurricane Ridge and take in the views across the Straits of Juan de Fuca to Vancouver Island and beyond.
  • Walk through coastal forests to Shi Shi Beach where pounding waves, rugged cliffs, tidal pools, and towering sea stacks create a memorable nature experience.
  • Join your guide at the famous Makah Museum and learn more about the cultural history of the local Makah people.
  • Hike up the wild Hoh River and explore everything this rainforest has to offer while you watch for sightings of the local wildlife like elk, deer, bald eagles, and more.

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Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

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Epic American West
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Discover Utah’s natural wonders at Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park – home to red-walled cliffs, towering hoodoos and vast horizons. 
  • Behold the beauty of Big Sur as you drive along California’s northern coastline, stopping to see the magical McWay Falls located on a beach that’s closed to public access.  
  • Cover Yosemite’s many trails over two full days and three nights dedicated to the park. You’ll be able to hike and explore until your heart (and camera) is content. 
  • Sleep under the stars in Monterey and along California’s Central Coast, getting close to Mother Nature as you join the communal camping experience.   
  • Appreciate the spectacle of Vegas as you explore this glitzy, neon-filled city at all hours of the day with plenty of time and flexibility to do as you please – night out, anyone? 
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18 - 30's

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Hike & Kayak Maine's Acadia National Park
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
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Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Highlights

  • Hike Acadia’s highest peak, Cadillac Mountain, and be rewarded with breathtaking views of Bar Harbor, Frenchman Bay and the Schoodic Peninsula.
  • Take a ferry to Winter Harbor, a side of the park that only 10% of visitors experience, and see the quieter side from along the Anvil Trail.
  • Enjoy the sea breeze on a kayaking tour of the Porcupine Islands and the coastline of Frenchman Bay, potentially paddling alongside porpoises and harbour seals.
  • Spend your nights staying in the idyllic Bar Harbor (‘Bah Haba’ to the locals), the perfect place to find a plate of Maine lobster.
  • Immerse yourself in the history of Acadia, traced back through the stories of the Wabanaki people and the region’s colonial French settlers.

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North America Reviews & Ratings

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Ida

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A great variety of experiences (learning about

A great variety of experiences (learning about culture, but also being in nature and doing some more physically challenging activities). Great tour leader and great ...

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Oct 2015

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I love our tour leader Edith and

I love our tour leader Edith and the support we got from her was excellent!

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Sep 2015

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I felt we covered a lot in

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Sep 2015

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Great country, people, food and quality of

Great country, people, food and quality of the trip & leader

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Sep 2015

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I thoroughly enjoyed my Intrepid tour and

I thoroughly enjoyed my Intrepid tour and all the optional activities on offer. It's great to travel with the comforts of having transport and accommodation already ...

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North America Tour Selection Trips

  • To keep your tour manageable, think regionally: the Northwestern or Southwestern U.S., the Canadian Maritimes, Canadian Rockies, etc.
  • U.S. national parks are some of the finest in the world and a good place to keep tour prices down, especially if you like camping.
  • While most of its citizens live near the U.S. border, Canada is the world’s second largest country, with vast wilderness, mountain and coastal areas awaiting exploration.
  • Greenland, one of the least visited islands in the world, is part of North America, too – and has a fascinating Arctic culture and landscape.
  • Mexico is far more diverse than you might imagine: think Mayan culture vs. modern-day Mexico City, Oaxacan marketplaces vs. Cancun party scene.

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What Countries are in North America?

North America consists of Canada, Mexico, and the United States (including the Hawaiian Islands and the U.S. Virgin Islands).

What is the best time to visit North America?

The best time to visit North America will vary based on destination. 

Travelers booking a trip to Alaska or northern Canada may want to avoid the cold, dark winters as most guided tours only operate in the warmer months and transportation may be difficult to find. If you are hoping to see the Northern Lights, the “shoulder seasons” of late fall and early spring may be your best bet; the skies will be dark enough to see the beauty of the lights, but the climate won’t be as harsh. 

The best time to visit Mexico is the dry season between December and April. Temperatures are warm enough during this time to enjoy the beach and the sun while avoiding the rainy season of late summer to early fall. Keep in mind that prices peak around the holiday season. 

The southern and eastern regions of the United States can get extremely hot and humid in the summer and freezing in the winter-- avoid weather extremes by visiting in the fall or spring. The Pacific Northwest tends to be warmest and driest during the summer and fall, but don’t be surprised if you encounter rainy skies at any time of year. 

Skiers and snowboarders will naturally want to head to the mountains during winter or early spring when there is enough snow on the peaks. Hikers can avoid snow-covered or muddy trails during winter by visiting in the late summer or fall. 

Safety tips for traveling in North America

North America is generally considered a safe place to travel, although there is crime in the big cities and in some areas of Mexico. Of course, it is important to use common sense and be aware of your surroundings when traveling to any new place. 

Safety tips for traveling in North America:

  • Watch out for pickpockets. Keep your phone, wallet, and other valuables close and out of sight.
  • Don’t carry large sums of cash.
  • Use certified taxicab companies to avoid being ripped off.
  • Ask your tour guide or hotel staff about areas to avoid. 
  • When around wildlife, never get too close. Most national and state parks provide instructions online or at visitor centers on what to do if you encounter wildlife.
  • If you will be driving a car in an unfamiliar country, get familiar with the driving laws and customs of the country to avoid accidents and traffic stops.
  • When traveling alone, give a friend or family member a copy of your itinerary and don’t mention to any strangers that you are alone.

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