MEDITATION SESSION WITH A BUDDHIST THERA

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Meditate at a Theravada Buddhist temple while following an elder’s instructions with the goal of attaining a certain level of calmness and self-enlightenment. Practicing meditation in such a sacred setting led by an elder can be a transformative experience.

GOA THROUGH THE EYES OF A LOCAL

Goa (Mormugao), India

Spend an enlightening day with your hostess, a local baker named Gletta, in her hometown of Panjim, where she will introduce you to her friends and other business owners to give you a genuine feel for daily life. After an immersive look into Gletta’s day-to-day life, you will sit down for an authentic Goan meal at Cafe Venite.

DISCOVER BALI

Bali, Indonesia

Watch a traditional dance performance that recounts the fight between good and evil. Behold the four beautiful statues of the Hindu deity Wisnu at a 17th-century temple and see an unusual house compound and watch artisans create colorful Batik fabrics. Bali is also known for its diversity of wildlife, particularly avian species.

CHEETAH WILDLIFE CENTRE & OLIVE TASTING

Cape Town, South Africa

Visit a wildlife center dedicated to the conservation of free-ranging cheetahs and enjoy a tasting of Bordeaux-style wines and olive products at a centuries-old winery. The Cheetah Outreach facility aims to care for cheetahs, reduce their interaction with humans and help farmers protect their livestock from cheetahs and other predators.

HIGHLIGHTS OF HONG KONG

Hong King, China

Gain an overall understanding of Hong Kong through a wealth of attractions. For the ultimate view of the sprawling metropolis and beyond, you will take the Peak Tram to the highest point on Hong Kong Island. Part of the Oceania Exclusive range, this tour has a maximum capacity of just 16 guests.

MAGNIFICENT PETRA & WADI RUM ADVENTURE

Aqaba, Jordan

Explore majestic, over-2,000-year-old Petra, UNESCO World Heritage site, the magnificent Treasury, or El Khazneh, and enjoy free time to explore the Outer Siq, site of immense tombs, façades and doorways cut into the steep passage walls. You’ll also explore the glorious desert sands of Wadi Rum, another UNESCO World Heritage site.

IMPERIAL TREASURES OF BANGKOK

Bangkok, Thailand

Explore the splendor of Bangkok and influence of Buddhism. At the Golden Buddha Temple, you will see a massive statue of Buddha that was once covered with plaster to hide its gold composition from invaders. The Buddha at Wat Phra Keo temple may be even more sacred as it is carved from a single piece of emerald-green jasper.

OFF THE BEATEN TRACK - FOUR WHEEL ADVENTURE

Banjul, Gambia

Experience the scenic beauty of Southern Gambia during this four-wheel, off-road excursion along the Smiling Coast. Follow the coastline in your four-wheel vehicle, stopping occasionally in bustling Greater Banjul to observe every day city life. As you make incursions into the bush, you may see chattering monkeys, baboons frolicking in their treetop playgrounds and myriad colorful, exotic birds.

GOLDEN GLORY OF YANGON

Rangoon, Burma (Yangon, Myanmar)

Enjoy an in-depth exploration of Yangon, the capital of Myanmar and beloved Garden City of the East. Your first stop will be at the centuries-old Shwedagon Pagoda, the most sacred Buddhist site in the country. You’ll meander about the Bogyoke Aung San Market and visit Kandawgyi Lake, where you will see the extraordinary Karawik Palace.

PANORAMIC CAPE TOWN BY NIGHT

Cape Town, South Africa

Celebrate the night-time allure of vibrant and cosmopolitan Cape Town on this panoramic tour with a scenic stop. You’ll drive by the Cape Town FIFA World Cup Stadium as you travel toward Sea Point and appreciate a photo stop at picturesque Maiden’s Cove, which offers views of the sparkling Atlantic, the Lion’s Head promontory, Table Mountain and its cable car station.