HINSDALE TRAVEL SERVICE

Wind your way past medieval landscapes aboard Tauck's ms Savor or ms Joy to explore five European countries, visit castles and cathedrals, embark on locally guided sightseeing and spend special evenings in two private palaces. Enjoy two nights each at centrally located hotels in Prague and Budapest.

Make the holidays even more magical for your family aboard our family river cruise departing December 23 (eastbound, from Munich) aboard ms Joy... a weeklong celebration filled with European holiday festivities both onboard and ashore, sure to delight both the young and the young at heart.

An 8-day riverboat cruise on Portugal's Douro River! Beginning and ending in Porto, our cruise-only 8-day Portugal riverboat adventure offers an authentic taste of daily life in the Douro River Valley… a UNESCO World Heritage Site steeped in a legacy of wine making for 2,000+ years!

From Cannes on the Mediterranean, travel to Arles... cruise the Rhône and then the Saône rivers through Provence and into rich wine lands... and on to Lyon... and then overland to the magical city of Paris. Enjoy a true taste of all things Français on one of our most popular river cruises in France!

Our popular journey along the River Rhine explores five countries and features a seven-night cruise from the Netherlands to Switzerland, plus three nights in the historic Italian fashion capital of Milan and a visit to glamorous Lake Como. Tauck Exclusive experiences include a special evening at Schloss Biebrich, a Baroque palace on the Rhine.

Discover the Swiss, Austrian and Bavarian Alps... with whitewater rafting, mountain biking, rock and rope climbing... a look at "Oetzi" and life in Neolithic times... Tyrolean fun and games... rides on cable cars and the world's steepest cog railway at Mount Pilatus... fun at one of Europe's largest waterparks, a ski-jump demonstration and much more!

History comes alive on this family vacation – visit the Eiffel Tower, Tower of London, Windsor Castle, Versailles, the Louvre and see a West End play. Ride a bicycle through the Royal Parks, the London Eye in a private capsule, a speedboat on the Thames; go on a spy walk, a scavenger hunt and much more!

A Tauck Exclusive private train, Golden Eagle Luxury Trains' Danube Express, takes you through Italy, Switzerland, Austria, and Liechtenstein in search of art, castles, wine, and cuisines, along some of the most scenic mountain railways in Europe. For Tauck guests only – limited departures with only 56 Tauck guests aboard, accompanied by two Tauck Directors for the utmost in personalized service.

Feast on incredible views as you scale the heights of the Bavarian, Austrian, Italian and Swiss Alps by cable car and more… explore Munich, Salzburg and Lucerne...

Evoking long-ago days of gracious Southern living, this Tauck journey explores National Historic Landmark Districts in Savannah, Charleston and Beaufort; Low Country folkways; Savannah's Madeira traditions; the legacy of the Mighty 8th Air Force and more. Enjoy private dinners... a private Charleston harbor cruise... visits to plantations, gardens and a Civil War fort... a beachfront stay at Hilton Head Island...

Explore sites beloved by conservationist John Muir, from San Francisco to the Sierra Nevada – Muir Woods, Sequoia National Park and his beloved Yosemite National Park. Experience the powerful beauty of glacier-carved mountains, soaring redwood and sequoia forests, and gain behind-the-scenes insights into past and present preservation efforts.

Inca wonders, colonial treasures and local traditions combine to create this ultimate family vacation! Explore lost Incan cities, meet llamas, alpacas and Peruvian Pasos, get blessed by a shaman, go riding and rafting, learn chocolate-making secrets and more!

Our newest European river cruise is designed for families and explores everything français! Spend seven amazing nights aboard our riverboat ms Sapphire exploring Paris, Monet's gardens, D-Day Beaches, Rouen, Versailles and more.

You're invited to tour New Orleans and environs as an insider with access to Tauck Exclusives like Stories by Ken Burns, private demo at the New Orleans School of Cooking, an exclusive streetcar tour, flightseeing tour, a private jazz experience at Preservation Hall, a private farewell jazz reception and dinner at Arnaud's, an alligator bayou boat tour, five nights at historic French Quarter hotels and much more.

Explore the mysterious region of Patagonia as Tauck takes you through the southern Andes mountains, one of the most beautiful places on Earth… past stunning fjords, glaciers, turquoise lakes, jagged, dramatic mountains valleys populated by exotic wildlife – with an opportunity to experience a slice of daily life in the Patagonian outback.

From the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean, Tauck Bridges introduces your family to the amazing biodiversity of Costa Rica's beach, rainforest and jungle on this family vacation!

An after-hours guided visit to the Vatican Museums... demonstrations of pizza-making in Florence... dinner aboard a pirate ship in Venice... tours of Roman catacombs and Orvieto's tunnels... and multiple-night stays in three fabulous Italian cities are just a few of the highlights on this classic family vacation!

One of our most popular South Africa tours takes you on a celebration of Southern Africa's natural world. It features an amazing safari through the national parks of Botswana and Zambia along with three nights in South Africa's Cape Town.

Cruise the Nile in search of ancient Egyptian temples and antiquities on a 10-day journey that includes 4 nights aboard a luxury riverboat, and shore excursions in Aswan, Luxor, and Old Cairo.

This classic African safari evokes safaris of yesteryear... you'll embark on an expedition to get to know the world's most majestic animals, the "Big Five," in their natural habitats within the magnificent national parks of Kenya and Tanzania.

Explore the mysterious region of Patagonia as Tauck takes you through the southern Andes mountains, one of the most beautiful places on Earth… past stunning fjords, glaciers, turquoise lakes, jagged, dramatic mountains valleys populated by exotic wildlife – with an opportunity to experience a slice of daily life in the Patagonian outback.

A fresh new perspective on life in "the five lands" and under the Tuscan sun... It's hands-on learning with local experts on many subjects, who share their experience, their knowledge and their passions. And you are suddenly living la dolce vita...

Explore Sicily's past and present – layer by layer – encountering Greek theatres, Roman villas, Byzantine art, Norman cathedrals, Moorish markets and more... abounding with multicultural traditions and archaeological treasures, and rich with unique cuisine and wine.

Explore the past, present and future on an unforgettable journey in a tropical paradise, steeped in culture and nature as you stroll through gardens of tomorrow in Singapore, explore ancient kingdoms in Java, visit flower-filled temples on Bali, and see dragons of yore on timeless Komodo Islands.

Journey through Southeast Asia, visiting the countries of Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam that span the heyday of the ancient Khmer Kingdom to the present day, discovering timeless Angkor Wat, Hué, cosmopolitan Hanoi and Bangkok – with special experiences like cyclo rides, visits to local hill tribe villages, and boat cruises through Bangkok's klongs and along Hué's Perfume River.

Enjoy a riverboat cruise from Paris along the River Seine to the coast of Normandy and back, featuring art and daily life in Paris, small river towns, and a poignant visit to the beaches of Normandy.

Combine a weeklong Princess cruise through glacier-strewn waterways with a visit to Denali National Park, a scenic rail trip, flightseeing, rafting in a bald eagle reserve, a sled dog experience and much more on this most unforgettable Alaskan adventure.

Traditional arts, tranquil gardens, colorful pagodas, and ancient shrines are just some of what you'll experience on this Japan adventure that takes you to Tokyo, Hakone, Kanazawa and Kyoto, as well as off-the-beaten-track villages in the countryside.

Explore the ruins of Herculaneum, seaside villages of the Amalfi Coast, the alluring Isle of Capri, and the treasures of ancient and Renaissance Rome... highlighted by a locally guided visit through the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel – after hours!

In Spain and Portugal highlights include... Porto, Lisbon and Sintra in Portugal, and Seville, Gibraltar, Ronda, Toledo and Madrid in Spain; ride a traditional rabelo boat in Porto and a horse & carriage in Seville, and tour the incomparable Prado in Madrid.

Experience romantic landscapes that have inspired the imagination of poets, artists and writers for centuries, from Lake Como to the lush Tuscan countryside and the timeless treasures of Venice, Florence and Rome. 

Experience the magic of Holland and Belgium during Winterfest, when friendships, fun and holiday cheer are celebrated with heartwarming festivities and colorful cultural traditions in picturesque villages along inland waterways from Brussels to Amsterdam. Ashore, discover daily life on guided walking tours in towns, museums and palaces decked out in their season's best, enjoying special moments on private visits, and music and traditions steeped in yuletide spirit. Onboard, dining and cultural entertainment light up your nights, enriching the warm camaraderie inherent in a Tauck river cruise.

From exploring private game reserves with outstanding wildlife viewing to wine tasting, a private game reserve to a historic colonial hotel, amazing waterfalls and cosmopolitan chic... Tauck brings you the best of an African safari and cultural exploration.

Our best-selling journey along the River Rhine explores five countries and features a seven-night cruise from Switzerland to the Netherlands plus three nights in the historic Italian fashion capital of Milan and a visit to glamorous Lake Como. Tauck Exclusive experiences include a gala evening at Schloss Biebrich, a Baroque palace on the Rhine.

Spend two glorious nights in Paris... then cruise from Lyon, along the Saône and Rhône rivers, through some of Europe's most beautiful wine lands and into Provence to Arles... explore Nice and glamorous Monte-Carlo on the Mediterranean... and enjoy a true taste of all things Français on one of our most popular river cruises in France!

Make the holidays even more magical for your family aboard our family river cruise departing December 20 (westbound, from Vienna) aboard ms Savor... a weeklong celebration filled with European holiday festivities both onboard and ashore, sure to delight both the young and the young at heart.

Explore Central Europe's ancient heart on a river cruise along the Danube's lower reaches to the Black Sea. Discover dramatic castles, centuries-old monasteries, and myriad cultural treasures as you sail aboard one of Tauck's premium riverboats, and enjoy two-night stays at city-center hotels in Budapest and Bucharest.

Discover the heritage and beauty of The Rhine aboard one of our intimate riverboats. Visit the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland, exploring regional delights in the historic cities, towns and countryside linked by the Rhine. Set your own pace with choices along the way: castle visits, bicycling, mountain heights, a spa resort and more.

Exclusive Tauck experiences, special holiday events, much yuletide cheer... and of course, Tauck's uncommon access ashore... set the tone or this holiday journey between Düsseldorf and Köln aboard ms Inspire!

India's Golden Triangle, Udaipur & Mumbai, is tailor-made for those seeking a shorter visit to India while wishing to explore Northern India's "Golden Triangle," with accommodations in some of the world's top-rated hotels.