Sample Custom Private Trips
Hiking Italy’s Cinque Terra – An Adventure Experience
9 Days
Summer & FallPerched above the Ligurian Sea on steep, rocky cliffs, the Cinque Terre are an otherworldly combination of wild coastline and rugged mountains, part of UNESCO’s World Heritage List. These colorful fishing villages and mountain hamlets lie on the edge of the coastline between blue skies and turquoise seas - a special corner of Italy that has always captivated travelers, poets and writers. Generations of simple fishermen and farmers have built the seaside cliffs of the Cinque Terra into a stunning garden landscape; every inch of space on these narrow shores has been used. The villages - surrounded by terraced vineyards and olive groves - are the dots that connect a delightful maze of paths overlooking the sea. Truly, the Cinque Terra is the site of some of the most extraordinary walks in Italy. Days on this journey are spent hiking from village to village - exploring Vernazza, Riomaggiore, Corniglia and Manarola - and naturally walking the famous Sentiero dell’Amore (”Lover’s Walk”). Meals are enjoyed at small, local restaurants; other gastromonic adventures include a visit to a wine producer whose dessert wine is one of Italy’s greatest offerings.
Sailing Turkey’s Turquoise Coast
10 Days
Spring, Summer & Fall
The azure waters of the Aegean along Turkey’s coastline are legendary. On this private journey you’ll explore history-rich waters, enjoy relaxing days in the sun and discover ruins in beautiful harbors that were once home to ancient civilizations. Onboard your own gulet, Turkey’s indigenous sea-going vessel, you’ll sail along the coast, into coves, onto beaches and over the seas to small islands, sometime sailing (and swimming and snorkeling) over sunken ruins as you go. With thousands of miles of coastline, Turkey is a treasure chest of coves, inlets, bays and beaches from which yachtsmen can choose a different and always private anchorage each night. This journey from Bodrum along the turquoise Aegean Sea gives you the experience of history from the perspective of the sea, the same as the ancient travelers had. You’ll sail to the private beach of Cleopatra, see mystical Mt. Olympos and explore myriad archaeological remains of ancient civilizations. For lovers of the active life, sailing in these clear waters provides great opportunities for swimming, fishing, skiing, surfing and diving. Most gullets accommodate between eight and twelve people in private cabins; the small group of people on board promotes a relaxed and casual atmosphere.
Costa Rica – The Green Adventure Experience
8 Days
Year-Round
Costa Rica lies in the heart of Central America, a country of friendly people and astonishing natural beauty. Travelers here find all the elements needed for wonderful holidays - green mountains, lush flora and abundant fauna, paradisiacal beaches and splendid blue skies. We combine the culture and natural beauty of Costa Rica with a host of the active adventures the country has to offer: whitewater rafting through virgin rain forest, past cascading waterfalls and river-carved canyons; hiking through the rain forest; swimming below hot waterfalls; mountain biking along the base of a volcano, soaking in natural hot springs and just relaxing on the white sand of a Pacific beach. Along with getting a first hand understanding of Costa Rica’s adventure scene, you’ll also visit some of the country’s national parks and observe first-hand some of the unusual wildlife conservation found in the country. Our custom Costa Rica trips have been planned for families with young children and teens, honeymoon couples (from 25 - 80!) and adult adventurers. We’ve included surfing lessons, a 50th wedding anniversary dinner party overlooking the Arenal Volcano, an arts and crafts trip and an all out, no expense spared, luxury trip for 10.
Kayaking in the Galápagos Islands
8 Days
Year Round
Of our many Galápagos tours, this one is perfect for active travelers. The journey is an intimate one, traveling by chartered small yacht, ocean kayak and on foot through azure waters, along lava cliffs, hidden lagoons, quiet coves and white sand beaches. This is the most intimate way to experience the Galápagos archipelago. In the company of a professional sea kayaking guide and an on-board naturalist, each day is spent paddling to different islands from our yacht, exploring the island on foot and by kayak, spending time discovering this natural paradise that Charles Darwin called “a little world within itself”. You’ll be up close to the unimaginably abundant wildlife both while on the islands and while kayaking and snorkeling - ocean encounters often include penguins, sea turtles, marine iguanas and playful sea lions. These islands where creatures have never learned fear of humans offer an authentically unique experience that will forever change the way you think of wildlife and the world.
Hiking the Inca Trail – Adventure Experience
8 Days
This journey includes a seven-night trek that has been specially designed for On The Map Travel. It’s a challenging, rewarding adventure in high-altitude trekking and camping that starts at 9,000 feet and tracks up to over 16,000; the trek is about six to eight hours per day. Every step of the way brings superb views of the majestic Peruvian Andes and plenty of opportunities to visit a variety of villages and meet people largely untouched by the modern world. From the bustling markets of Cusco, to the mysteriously preserved ruins of Machu Picchu, to lush green cloud forests, and glacier covered peaks, this Inca Trail tour promises the ultimate experience in Peru adventure travel. From it’s jumping off point in the charming town of Cusco, the trip not only includes the Inca Trail, but highlights much of the rest of Peru as well: Lima, the Sacred Valley and Lake Titicaca - the highest lake in the world.
Biking Vietnam – Adventure Experience
10 Days
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Wildlife Adventures in Incredible India!
12 Days
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