1. Ultimate Galápagos Exploration & Ecuador's Amazon Wilds
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Our most popular slideshow by an O.A.T. traveler—created by Barbara Jensen, 28-time traveler from Portland, OR:
- 16-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure with 7 nights aboard the privately chartered, 16-passenger Galápagos Small Ship
- Excellence rating: 98%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “As with all my O.A.T. trips, the staff, lodgings and cuisine were phenomenal. Top accolades to Guides Celso and Peter. Both were extremely knowledgeable, educated, fun, warm, and eager to accommodate everyone's wishes. Celso and Peter are experienced photographers and shared great clips via WhatsApp. The able staff in the Amazon basin went out of their way every day. The crew and staff on the small ship were skilled and impressive. It felt like a luxury cruise. As a solo traveler, I felt safe around Quito as well as snorkeling with the great sea turtles and penguins!!” — Jane Lindgren, 6-time traveler from San Jose, CA
2. Egypt & the Eternal Nile by Private, Classic River-Yacht
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Our most popular slideshow by an O.A.T. traveler—created by Maura McAward, 5-time traveler from Stamford, CT:
- 16-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure with 5 nights aboard the privately chartered, 16-passenger Asiya, Aida, Amunet, or Aton river-yacht
- Excellence rating: 98%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “I have taken 13 O.A.T. trips and have been to 53 countries in my lifetime and this was the best trip I've ever taken. Why? I love history and ancient civilizations and have been to most ‘destinations’ in the world. I'm so glad I saved this for last, because there was nowhere that came even close to the quality and quantity of sites. These temples were so old, yet well preserved and amazing. The colored paintings on the walls were vibrant and there were so many. Even the variety of the ruins was impressive. The cruise down the river was relaxing and our yacht was beautiful, small, and elegant.” — Joael Kelly, 14-time traveler from Hurst, TX
3. Inside Vietnam
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Our most popular video by an O.A.T. traveler—created by Elliott Lum, 7-time traveler from Carlsbad, CA:
- 20-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure
- Excellence rating: 98%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “Loved, loved, loved this trip. As a teen in the '60's, it was a thrill to now be in North Vietnam and see Hanoi. Halong Bay was beyond beautiful, the Citadel in Hue was incredible, Hoi An was like something out of a movie, Nha Trang had a beautiful beach for swimming, I loved the Crazy House in Da Lat, and Saigon is just a magical city. In my opinion, the food in Vietnam is the best in all of Asia—everything is so light and fresh and flavorful—every meal was a treat. Tour guide, Vinh, was terrific.” — Jacqueline Wiedeman, 14-time traveler from Colorado Springs, CO
4. Ultimate Africa: Botswana, Zambia & Zimbabwe Safari
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Our most popular video by an O.A.T. traveler—created by Diane Weber, 35-time traveler from Burr Ridge, IL:
- 17-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure
- Excellence rating: 97%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “As first time O.A.T. travelers, we were not sure exactly what to expect but this adventure far exceeded anything we could have imagined. Starting with our excellent Trip Experience Leader, Lucky, every staff member at every camp and hotel, and the accommodations, food, etc. at every location, everything was top notch. This may have been our first trip with O.A.T. but it definitely won't be our last!” — John Hulsizer, first-time traveler from Etters, PA
5. The Wilderness Beyond: Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego & the Chilean Fjords
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Our most popular video by an O.A.T. traveler—created by Esther Dickens, 10-time traveler from Salem, SC:
- 15-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure with 4 nights aboard the chartered, 210-passenger M/V Stella Australis or M/V Ventus Australis
- Excellence rating: 97%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “The wonders of nature can solve the world’s problems if we let them. For fifteen days, twenty people came together under the guidance of a beautiful, smart, kind human being and left behind the things which divide us and instead shared the beauty that unites us. Laura Gallardo was always so happy to share the wonderful people, food, and nature of her homeland. Every location welcomed us and left us with unbelievable memories. It was a magical experience.” — Arleen Best, 7-time traveler from Ardsley, NY
6. Sicily's Ancient Landscapes & Timeless Traditions
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Our most popular slideshow by an O.A.T. traveler—created by John LiMarzi, 6-time traveler from Sarasota, FL:
- 16-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure
- Excellence rating: 96%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “My trip to Sicily was a dream come true. Our delightful and learned tour guide, Viviana, brought the soul of the island to life. We were introduced to the rich history, architecture, religions, politics, botany, music, etc. It was apparent that Viviana was well respected and loved by the Sicilians she introduced us to in order to enrich our experience. Everyone in our group was interesting and helped make the tour fun and satisfying.” — Anne Johnson, first-time traveler from Saint Petersburg, FL
7. Peru: Machu Picchu & the Sacred Valley
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Our most popular slideshow by an O.A.T. traveler—created by Julie Ayala, 2-time traveler from Fair Oaks, CA:
- 11-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure
- Excellence rating: 96%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “Ciro was the absolute best guide to take our small group around Peru. We experienced more than was even described in the trip description. Some of the favorites were visiting fishermen in Lima, watching as chocolate was cooked from the beans and produced by a small business owner, visiting a local group who produced the alpaca wool and wove it into incredible fabrics, visiting a school with darling children who experience more of the world thanks to O.A.T., and numerous Inca sites, many that are little known by travelers.” — Elizabeth Callahan, first-time traveler from Salem, OR
8. Safari Serengeti: Tanzania Lodge & Tented Safari
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Our most popular slideshow by an O.A.T. traveler—created by Paula Armstrong, 20-time traveler from Corpus Christi, TX:
- 13-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure
- Excellence rating: 96%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “My husband and I had the most perfect experience on the Safari Serengeti: Tanzania Lodge & Tented Safari adventure. Zakia was an incredible Experience Leader—so fun, so knowledgeable about the wildlife, their habitats, the terrain and the history of Tanzania. We saw every species we hoped to see and were introduced to the beautiful local people. Our accommodations were all gorgeous and comfortable and the local cuisine was delicious. Zakia helped us become a family with our fellow travelers.” — Joanie McMullan, first-time traveler from Boerne, TX
9. Chile & Argentina: The Andes to Patagonia
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Our most popular slideshow by an O.A.T. traveler—created by Linda Anusasananan, 15-time traveler from San Mateo, CA:
- 18-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure
- Excellence rating: 95%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “The setting of Hotel Lago Gray and all of the sights in Torres del Paine National Park are magical. I feel so lucky to have been able to hike there and could have stayed longer! The home hosted meal, BBQ with the family, horseback ride, mate demonstration, all of the special activities, controversial subjects, and learning and discovery opportunities were so interesting, informative, and made the trip much better than had I even attempted to do this trip on my own. Every single moment was remarkable and memorable in its own right and for various reasons. Our trip leader and local guides enhanced the experiences.” — Janet Parker, 8-time traveler from Chicago, IL
10. Colombia's Colonial Jewels & the Coffee Triangle
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Our most popular slideshow by an O.A.T. traveler—created by Richard Janson, 16-time traveler from Grand Junction, CO:
- 12-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure
- Excellence rating: 95%
- Why one traveler loved this adventure: “This trip was eye opening on many levels. This country is so varied in topography with jungles, beaches, and mountains. The scenery is stunningly beautiful. The cities we visited were modern and bustling with activity. The transportation systems are efficient and effective. Many friends expressed concern over our safety but this country has undergone a transformation and there were no safety issues at all. Our guide was awesome and so flexible. Accommodation was top-notch. The food we were exposed to was delicious and plentiful.” — Raymond Riddell, 20-time traveler from Boston, MA
