From ancient wonders to modern innovation
Cruise through Old World Cities
The vibrant culture of Havana, Trinidad, and Cienfuegos
Welcome
Immerse yourself in the cultural and architectural heritage of Portugal and Southern Spain on a once-in-a-lifetime journey with Architectural Adventures. From historic Lisbon to lively Madrid, visit and explore unique cities and UNESCO World Heritage sites while enjoying world class accommodations and fine regional dining. See the iconic Belem Tower and explore the newly opened Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology in Lisbon; see the renowned Seville Cathedral, the world’s largest Gothic building; and tour the 18th-century Royal Palace in Madrid. Feel the unique spell of Iberia’s rich Roman and Moorish past and the pull of its vibrant contemporary life on this distinctive journey.
From Romanesque to Art Nouveau to High Tech, Prague has been a veritable melting pot of architectural styles and treasures. Delve into the architecture of “the City of a Hundred Spires,” through an exploration of sites including the Prague Castle, known as Prague’s most iconic building; the Cubist houses, discussed for their political backdrop under which they were created; and the National Library of Technology, one of the most celebrated examples of contemporary architecture. Meet with architects, city planners, restorers, and historians who share their unique experiences of working within a historical canvas.
Trace the evolution of Egypt’s built environment, from the ancient wonders of pyramids and tombs representing the divide between the mortal world and the divine to the recent innovation behind planning of a new city within Cairo, the impetus of which was to alleviate traffic. Marvel at unforgettable UNESCO World Heritage sites including the Abu Simbel temples, the ruins of the village of Deir el-Bahari, and the medieval fortification Saladin Citadel. Commemorate the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the construction of the Aswan High Dam. From stepping inside the Great Pyramid of Giza, the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World to exploring New Cairo, a city only two decades old, and meeting with faculty from the American University in Cairo to discuss the establishment of the main campus in New Cairo in 2008 and its focus on energy and sustainability, become immersed in the texture, history, and marvels both grand and quotidian which span millennia.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
Become immersed in the cultural and architectural heritage of Portugal and Northern Spain on a once-in-a-lifetime journey. From historic Lisbon to vibrant Barcelona, visit and explore 14 cities and 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites while enjoying world class accommodations and fine regional dining. Sip Oporto’s famed port wine, see Santiago’s monumental cathedral, tour the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, and see where the bulls run in Pamplona before traversing the breathtaking Pyrenees Mountains en route to Barcelona and the Mediterranean Sea.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
Experience the waterways of the Netherlands and Belgium during a seven-night cruise and discover Old World cities, picture-perfect towns and centuries of history and culture. In Amsterdam, take a special canal cruise through the city and see its architectural gems. Savor the ambience and history of other dynamic cities and charming villages including Rotterdam, The Hague, Bruges and Antwerp.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
Be among the few Americans permitted to travel to Cuba this year! Discover the diverse and vast architectural legacy of Cuba from Havana’s Neoclassical pastel facades along the Malecón, to Soviet modernist developments. Become immersed in the fascinating combination of architectural styles and influences throughout the island including the newly-restored Capitolio Nacional built in the late 1920s; the outstanding architectural achievement of the Cuban Revolution – the Instituto Superior de Arte; and the FOCSA building, once the second largest residential concrete building in the world. Explore the stunning colonial town of Cienfuegos, “Pearl of the South,” considered by UNESCO to be one of the best examples of 19th-century urban planning principles in the Americas. Venture to Trinidad, recognized as the country’s most beautifully preserved city of colonial architecture. Examine the challenges Cuba faces restoring its architectural heritage while keeping its vibrant culture alive in the ever-changing 21st century.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
From the vibrant contemporary architecture in Tokyo, to renowned temples and the captivating culture of Kyoto, experience the Land of the Rising Sun in all its wonder. Visits include the majestic Mt. Fuji; a traditional ryokan in Hakone to experience minimalist Japanese design; a bullet train ride to historic Takayama; the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-Go with traditional thatched-roof homes; Kanazawa - one of the best preserved cities of the Edo period; and finally, Kyoto, Japan’s Imperial Capital for a millennium and now the country’s cultural and artistic capital.
Open for booking! Call 1.800.293.5725
The Kingdom of Morocco invites encounters with ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert and storied mountains, imposing kasbahs and spirited souks. Travel to seaside Rabat to tour the both historic and contemporary Moroccan capital. View famed UNESCO World Heritage sites including the Roman ruins at Volubilis and the Aït ben-Haddou village. Explore Fez, Morocco’s oldest imperial city. Pass through the Middle Atlas mountains and set out on a sunset camel excursion to Merzouga’s breathtaking sand dunes on the Sahara’s edge. The architecture seen in Marrakech includes the Koutoubia Mosque, cobalt blue-accented Majorelle Gardens, the Yves St. Laurent Museum, and the medina. The tour fittingly ends in Casablanca, Morocco’s largest and most cosmopolitan city, where highlights include the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, the French-designed Habous Quarter, and the Royal Palace.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
See why Brazil was named the World Capital of Architecture for 2020 by UNESCO and the International Union of Architects. Experience Brazil’s incredibly influential Modernist architecture and culture in the country’s capital city of Brasília and the exciting city Rio de Janeiro. Marvel at the creativity and history of remarkable structures throughout the region including the Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro, stylized after Mayan pyramids; the Escaderia Selarón, or “Selarón Steps,” the world-famous mosaic steps; and the Gustavo Capanema Palace, one of the earliest examples of Modernist architecture in Brazil. See UNESCO World Heritage site Sítio Roberto Burle Marx, a remarkable home, garden, and cultural center created by landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx. Enjoy more of his work at the Flamengo Park and walk through his beautifully designed gardens. Dive into Brazilian culture from exploring colorful cities to walking through vast museums to enjoying an unforgettable meal at a classic Brazilian steakhouse.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
Once the grand embodiment of Prussian power, Berlin went on to become the epicenter of counterculture in the 1920s, then the capital of the infamous Third Reich, and eventually the tragically divided emblem of the Cold War, only to re-emerge as a great capital following German reunification. Through it all, Berlin was—and is—a place of architectural ambition and experimentation. Today, it is among the most exciting cities in the world, peppered with innovative, often daring buildings that illuminate its rich history. Take fascinating behind-the-scenes tours of remarkable museums including Altes Museum, James-Simon-Galerie, and Pergamon Museum. From the Brandenburg Gate to DZ Bank to the Nordic Embassies complex, trace the city’s complex architectural legacy, from the neoclassical grandeur of the past to the cutting-edge modernism that defines contemporary Berlin.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
Discover architectural, cultural, and natural treasures throughout Peru and learn about the distant past and encounter a fascinating present of colonial and indigenous influences. Explore Lima and visit treasured Casa Aliaga, the Rafael Larco Herrera Museum, and the bustling Plaza de Armas. Fly to historic Cuzco and tour the sacred sites of Koricancha and the Church of Santo Domingo before proceeding to the beautiful Sacred Valley of the Incas, and visit Pisac’s colorful Indian market, Ollantaytambo’s massive ruins, and numerous indigenous villages. Experience the UNESCO World Heritage site, Machu Picchu, the stunning “Lost City of the Incas.” Travel through Peru’s scenic high plains with its snow-capped mountains and remote villages to Lake Titicaca, and marvel at an intriguing land’s riches.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
Discover the beauty of the Rhine and enjoy as you cruise along this scenic ribbon of the river through Germany, France, and the Netherlands on an eight-day journey with Architectural Adventures. From the famed historical towns of Breisach and Speyer to the lively cities of Strasbourg and Amsterdam, discover remarkably timeless European architecture including the Notre Dame Cathedral, the gabled canal houses of Amsterdam, and Cologne's magnificent Dom, all while being led by an architectural expert. Experience vibrant European cities along the Rhine with world-class accommodations and fine regional dining.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
Cruise the mighty Danube River through eight European countries and Austria’s storied Wachau Valley, a fairy-tale stretch of cliff-top castles and terraced vineyards. Enjoy three nights in Prague, Czech Republic, sail the Danube for eight nights and savor two nights in Sofia, Bulgaria. Along the way, discover Roman ruins, cathedrals, synagogues, mosques, and fortresses, which are all part of a complex history shaped by the Danube. See Budapest illuminated at night and the Iron Gate Gorge, an engineering marvel. Enjoy first-class ship accommodations, deluxe hotels and taste traditional delicacies on this amazing trip of a lifetime.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
Become immersed in the cultural and architectural heritage of Portugal and Northern Spain on a once-in-a-lifetime journey. From historic Lisbon to vibrant Barcelona, visit and explore 14 cities and 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites while enjoying world class accommodations and fine regional dining. Sip Oporto’s famed port wine, see Santiago’s monumental cathedral, tour the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, and see where the bulls run in Pamplona before traversing the breathtaking Pyrenees Mountains en route to Barcelona and the Mediterranean Sea.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
The Kingdom of Morocco invites encounters with ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert, and storied mountains, imposing kasbahs and spirited souks. Travel to seaside Rabat to tour both the historic and contemporary Moroccan capital. View famed UNESCO World Heritage sites including the Roman ruins at Volubilis and the Aït ben-Haddou village. Explore Fez, Morocco’s oldest imperial city. Pass through the Middle Atlas mountains and set out on a sunset camel excursion to Merzouga’s breathtaking sand dunes on the Sahara’s edge. The architecture seen in Marrakech includes the Koutoubia Mosque, cobalt blue-accented Majorelle Gardens, the Yves St. Laurent Museum, and the medina. The tour fittingly ends in Casablanca, Morocco’s largest and most cosmopolitan city, where highlights include the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, the French-designed Habous Quarter, and the Royal Palace.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
From the vibrant contemporary architecture in Tokyo, to renowned temples and the captivating culture of Kyoto, experience the Land of the Rising Sun in all its wonder. Visits include the majestic Mt. Fuji; a traditional ryokan in Hakone to experience minimalist Japanese design; a bullet train ride to historic Takayama; the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-Go with traditional thatched-roof homes; Kanazawa - one of the best preserved cities of the Edo period; and finally, Kyoto, Japan’s Imperial Capital for a millennium and now the country’s cultural and artistic capital.
Open for booking! Call 1.800.293.5725
Trace the evolution of Egypt’s built environment, from the ancient wonders of pyramids and tombs representing the divide between the mortal world and the divine to the recent innovation behind planning of a new city within Cairo, the impetus of which was to alleviate traffic. Marvel at unforgettable UNESCO World Heritage sites including the Abu Simbel temples, the ruins of the village of Deir el-Bahari, and the medieval fortification Saladin Citadel. Commemorate the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the construction of the Aswan High Dam. From stepping inside the Great Pyramid of Giza, the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World to exploring New Cairo, a city only two decades old, and meeting with faculty from the American University in Cairo to discuss the establishment of the main campus in New Cairo in 2008 and its focus on energy and sustainability, become immersed in the texture, history, and marvels both grand and quotidian which span millennia.
Call now to book! 1.800.293.5725
Witness a world transformed with a fascinating and historic journey through the Baltic Capitals. Discover Lithuania’s capital, Vilnius, a UNESCO site, and one of Eastern Europe’s oldest “Old Towns.” While there, walk through the fascinating KGB Museum. Travel on to Trakai, Lithuania’s medieval capital, and visit 15th-century Trakai Castle. Tour magnificent 18th-century Rundale Palace. Enjoy the Latvian capital, Riga, the “Little Paris of the North.” Take a day trip to Sigulda’s Gauja National Park, the “Switzerland of Latvia.” Explore historic Tallinn, the Estonian capital. See Estonia’s open-air Rocca-al-Mare village museum. The journey ends in Czar Peter the Great’s “Window on the West,” St. Petersburg, where touring includes St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Nevsky Prospekt, the Peter & Paul Fortress, and the Hermitage Museum.
Call now to book! Call 1.800.293.5725