HINSDALE TRAVEL SERVICE

Breathtaking Australian landscapes, exotic wildlife, world-class wine, and innovative cuisines await on this 15-day journey off the beaten path.

Join Tauck's "maestro" to walk in the footsteps of Mozart, Beethoven, Bartók and others on a melody-filled adventure including a 7-night Danube cruise aboard Tauck's ms Savor or ms Joy – visiting homes they lived in, concert halls where they performed and much more.

Follow the romantic river on a seven-night cruise from Switzerland to the Netherlands through France and Germany, plus two nights at an historic hotel in the heart of Bern, gateway to the Alps.

Our cultural odyssey along the Danube includes three nights at city-center hotels in both Berlin and Krakow along with seven nights cruising the River Danube from Hungary to Regensburg. Tauck Exclusive experiences include a Tauck Exclusive gala evening with entertainment at a Viennese palace; an early-opening visit to Berlin's Pergamon Museum; a ride aboard the new bullet train from Berlin to Nürnberg... and more.

Experience what makes southern France unforgettable: an adventure walk on the Pont du Gard, a chef's dinner with a wine pairing in Avignon, and exploring chic Nice, Monte-Carlo, Provence, and Paris.

Rediscover the luxuries of Naples, Capri and the Amalfi Coast with an authentic look at la dolce vita... inviting you to experience life in southern Italy and Campania as a local, with stays at accommodations in the Leading Hotels in the World.

Our autumn excursion through Grand New England sheds new light on American history and culture at the idyllic retreats of authors and statesmen in Massachusetts, Vermont and New Hampshire... in mountain forests, fertile fields and rocky coastlines... and the elusive soul of New England from Boston to Bar Harbor, from Mount Washington to Acadia National Park.

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.

Explore cosmopolitan Reykjavik, picturesque fishing villages, remote island farmland and the incomparable natural wonders of Iceland. See fjords ringed by mountains; stroll atop black lava landscapes; view sulphur fields, glaciers, spouting geysers and towering waterfalls; and soak in a thermally heated lagoon.

Enjoy a grand safari adventure in Tanzania plus a visit to the tropical island archipelago of Zanzibar. Your journey includes outstanding wildlife viewing on game drives that take you from Ngorongoro Crater to the famed Serengeti to observe Africa's Big Five.

See the Old World through new eyes on our family riverboat adventure along the Danube – a family-friendly 7-night cruise filled with fun, adventure and surprises in some of Europe's greatest cities.

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.

Take an amazing journey past ancient castles and soaring cathedrals, taking in great cities including Vienna, Köln, Nürnberg and Bratislava – and revered UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Schönbrunn Palace and Kölner Dom (Cologne Cathedral).

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

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.

Follow the romantic river on a seven-night cruise from Switzerland to the Netherlands through France and Germany, plus two nights at an historic hotel in the heart of Bern, gateway to the Alps.

Join Tauck's "maestro" to walk in the footsteps of Mozart, Beethoven, Bartók and others on a melody-filled adventure including a 7-night Danube cruise aboard Tauck's ms Savor or ms Joy – visiting homes they lived in, concert halls where they performed and much more.

Explore two of Europe's most scenic rivers on a 14-night cruise between Basel and Amsterdam aboard one of Tauck's premium riverboats. Glide along the Rhine in Holland, Germany, France and Switzerland; visit Luxembourg; and discover castles, wineries and market towns of the Moselle Valley.

Celebrate the magic of the season with a special cruise between Nürnberg and Vienna aboard ms Savor or ms Joy, filled with exclusive Tauck experiences, special yuletide events aboard and ashore, and great holiday cheer!

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.

Experience the scenic, romantic soul of old-world Europe on this river cruise along the Danube. Wind through dramatic river landscapes to discoveries in Grein, Dürnstein, Bratislava, Passau or Cesky Krumlov, capped by a sumptuous gala evening at a Viennese Palace.

Explore stunning riverscapes from the North Sea to the Black Sea aboard one of our riverboats between Amsterdam and Bucharest! Set off on a grand 3-week cruise through nine European countries along the Rhine, Main and Danube, plus three nights at a city-center hotel in Bucharest.

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.

All-included shore excursions feature choices to personalize your small ship cruise and explore ports of call in coastal New England and Canada's Maritime Islands your way, including opportunities for in-depth discoveries of the cultural and natural treasures on walking excursions, sightseeing drives, and active outdoor adventures.

Join us for an enchanting 12-day journey through one of the oldest wine regions in the world… including a culturally-rich 7-night riverboat cruise along the Douro River aboard ms Andorinha, purpose-built for cruising Portugal's "river of gold"… plus two-night stays in timeless Lisbon and Madrid!

Follow your Parisian rhapsody on a 10-day journey that's sure to impress on a river cruise aboard ms Sapphire. Discover the art of Paris for two nights before cruising to Rouen, Honfleur and Giverny, immortalized by Impressionist artists; visit D-Day beaches, sample Calvados where it is made, dine at a private château and more.

On this multi-dimensional journey through Jordan and Israel, explore historical and cultural connections that define modern day life; in Israel travel from Tel Aviv to the Sea of Galilee and Jerusalem, and into Jordan to the Dead Sea, Petra and more.

View Cologne Cathedral towering over the Rhine, explore ancient Nijmegen, and learn about modern-day warfare at the Dutch National Military Freedom Museum before disembarking in the canal city of Amsterdam.

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!

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.

The Dutch cultural landscape comes to life on this 8-day, 7-night riverboat cruise through The Netherlands' inland waterways that begins and ends in the Dutch capital, Amsterdam.

Travel through the capital cities of Eastern Canada – Montreal, Toronto, Quebec City, and the national capital, Ottawa - featuring guided cultural exploration, special experiences, cruises and stays at fabulous Fairmont hotels.

Get ready for adventure on a Canadian tour by rail, floatplane, ferry, Ice Explorer and river raft... plus stays in Vancouver, Victoria, and at three historic Fairmont resorts in Banff and Jasper national parks.

See the best that the British Isles have to offer. Travel from Edinburgh to the English Lake District; explore medieval Wales, Bath, Stonehenge and more; and spend three nights in London at the incomparable The Savoy. Select small group departures, specially priced, include an exclusive presentation by Carolyn Robb, former Executive Chef to the royal family; see Pricing & Availabilty for details.

Immerse yourself in Irish culture... featuring stays at country estates, lakeside resorts and a historic city-center hotel on travels that take you to Dublin, Belfast, Giant's Causeway, Derry, Enniskillen, Donegal Town, Galway, Connemara, Sligo, Ennis, Killarney, Kilkenny and more.

Amazing hands-on Provençal experiences from delectable wine tastings to epicurean discoveries, savory entrées al fresco, a luminous palette of warm colors that spark the imagination, the mysteries of Starry Night, the Provençal passion for food, art and wine... all part of what you'll experience with Tauck.

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...

Rediscover the luxuries of Naples, Capri and the Amalfi Coast with an authentic look at la dolce vita... inviting you to experience life in southern Italy and Campania as a local, with stays at accommodations in the Leading Hotels in the World.

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...

Understanding the meaning of freedom and America's story... Explore the meaning of freedom – from the earliest settlement to the Colonial era to the Revolutionary War to building a Republic. Discover the nation's economic expansion and industrial growth... 18th century social and religious movements... the Civil War... political diversity... and the defining themes that shaped the American experience century upon century.