Experience the Canadian Rockies and the remote alpine world beyond as Tauck marks heli-hiking's 30th anniversary! Two nights each at legendary resorts in Banff and Jasper national parks are followed by a 3-night heli-hiking adventure at "the top of the world.”

Glaciers, snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes, and famous hotels highlight this Alberta travel experience through three stunning Canadian national parks, all part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site; explore Jasper “your way” with a choice of outdoor adventures.

Ferry and floatplane trips, blue waters and snow-capped mountains, formal gardens and fish markets, Smokejumpers and the Space Needle, plus discoveries in the great cities of Victoria, Vancouver, and Seattle highlight this Pacific Northwest tour.

Explore San Francisco’s diverse neighborhood and cultural gems; visit Muir Woods; and enjoy a catamaran cruise around Alcatraz, wine tastings in Sonoma, and the quintessential Napa Valley tour aboard the Wine Train on this weeklong journey.

Tauck's Bryce Canyon, Zion and magnificent Grand Canyon tour takes in the geologic wonders of three of North America's most popular national parks by boat, plane, and 4-wheel-drive vehicle – and includes the urban glamour and glitz of Las Vegas and the quiet splendor of classic national park lodges.

Family FYI: Did you know that you could "stack" the Empire State Building 4 times from the bottom of the Grand Canyon and not reach the rim? Have fun exploring Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks from classic inside-the-park lodges – plus Lake Powell, Sedona and Las Vegas – with your family on the perfect Utah, Nevada and Arizona vacation.

Family FYI: Did you know that dinosaur footprints 165 million years old (Jurassic Period) were found near Shell Falls in 1997? Discover the best of Wyoming travel and the old west during your family's Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone vacation.

Tauck's culturally enriching New Mexico travel experience explores Native American, Spanish and Old West influences in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, and visits Taos Pueblo, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, and White Sands and Bandelier national monuments.

The glory days of the Old South come alive on Tauck’s South Carolina and Georgia travel package – with a private Charleston harbor cruise, an exclusive dinner at an antebellum mansion, and visits to plantations, gardens, a Civil War fort, and an island tycoon retreat.

Explore the region famed for its 11,000 inland lakes and 36,000 miles of rivers and streams on Tauck's comprehensive Michigan travel adventure, featuring two nights at the acclaimed Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island.

Journey from Philadelphia through Amish country to Gettysburg; visit Shenandoah National Park, Monticello, Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown en route to Washington, DC. Special Tauck touches include a storytelling experience in Gettysburg, a Williamsburg ghost tour, and night sightseeing of the nation’s capital.

Experience great epochs of American history, including the early days of the Pilgrims, the whalers of Nantucket, and the wealthy socialites in Newport on this fascinating New England vacation.

Wander through historic mansions, museums and destinations from history books as you travel through picturesque Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire on this classic among our New England tours.

Discover Canada's eastern capitals with 2- and 3-night stays in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and 400-year-old Quebec City, plus a Thousand Islands cruise, on an unforgettable eastern Canada and Niagara Falls vacation!

Tauck's weeklong Gaspé Peninsula, Quebec, and Montreal tour takes in the sights by train, boat, and coach, from historic cities to remote fishing villages, plus a look at the whales and sea birds offshore.

Three nights on Prince Edward Island, a Bay of Fundy cruise, the Colonial town of Lunenburg, and the Anne of Green Gables legacy highlight this Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia travel adventure.

This 7-night expeditionary Alaska cruise explores the Inside Passage; experience Glacier Bay, Tracy Arm Fjord, humpback whales, glaciers, a bald eagle preserve and a vintage rail journey through gold rush country.

Family FYI: Did you know that there is a "State Sport" in Alaska – and that it is dog mushing? Tauck Bridges' family Alaska tour takes you jet boating into the wilderness, flightseeing over Denali National Park, visiting Alaskan Huskies in training and more!

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Luaus, lava flows, volcano calderas, Pearl Harbor, Waikiki Beach, colorful reef fish at an ocean center, long beach strands, and the aloha spirit highlight Big Island, Oahu, and Maui vacations.

Family FYI: Did you know that the meanings of the Hawaiian word “aloha” include peace, love, welcome and farewell? Tauck’s magical Hawaii family vacation delights travelers of all ages with beachfront resort stays on three islands, cool things to do like a surfing lesson and a catamaran cruise, and a "taste" of Hawaii at a traditional luau.

Family FYI: Did you know that when George Washington asked Betsy Ross if she could make a flag from his paper sketch, she supposedly replied, “I do not know, but I will try?” Take a fun and fascinating journey of discovery along America’s road from past to present with your family on Tauck Bridges’ Philadelphia to Washington DC tour.

Family FYI: Did you know that the District of Columbia is is divided into four quadrants--Northwest, Southwest, Northeast, and Southeast- and the U.S. capital building marks the spot where all four meet. Special 7-day holiday departures of our Patriots of America tour.

New for 2009! Family FYI: Did you know that California is larger in area than 85 of the world's countries? Cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge, pan for gold, ride a moonlight train and more with your family on our new California travel adventure, Majestic California: The Pacific, Redwoods & Yosemite!

Family FYI: Did you know that the discovery of some simmering hot springs by three railway workers led to the creation of Canada's Banff National Park? Get set for real adventure as your family explores western Canada's mountains, national parks, and wildlife on this most fun-filled of Canadian Rockies tours.

Private luxury train is the only way to travel through the remote Copper Canyon region, while taking in the stunning scenery, colonial towns, and the Tarahumara culture on an incomparable Mexico travel adventure.

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30th Anniversary of Heli-hiking! You’ll be “wowed” on this 6-day adventure by helicopter where you’ll have an opportunity to explore seldom-visited alpine nature sanctuaries in the Bugaboo Mountains just west of the Canadian Rockies!

Always dreamed of seeing the Rose Parade® in Pasadena? Tauck’s exclusive year-end Celebration of Roses event puts you in reserved grandstand seats at the 120th Rose Parade® and offers many more only-to-Tauck experiences on the ultimate Rose Bowl parade tour!

Tauck’s five-day Run for the Roses premier event in Kentucky’s Bluegrass region in May, 2009, offers a complete firsthand look at the Kentucky Derby, the fascinating world of thoroughbred racing and Lexington’s horse country. Filled with exclusive private receptions and behind-the-scenes visits, Tauck’s festive celebration culminates in a true VIP experience at Churchill Downs for the 135th running of the Kentucky Derby!

Tauck's Ireland travel week combines multiple nights at some of the Emerald Isle's finest hotels; indulge in Irish lore and culture from dramatic western landscapes to the Georgian streets of Dublin.

An enriching Scotland travel experience! From Rob Roy country to the Highlands, explore Edinburgh's eclectic blend of historic landmarks and modern ingenuity; the tranquil beauty of Loch Lomond; Blair Castle; and the dramatic scenery of Inverness and the Highlands.

Family FYI: Did you know that the Eiffel Tower has over 2.5 million rivets, 15,000 iron pieces, over 40 tons of paint and 1,652 steps to the top? History books come alive on our family London and Paris tour – see the Eiffel Tower, Tower of London, Windsor Castle, Versailles, Notre Dame, and a performance of Wicked in London’s West End.

Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! The Mona Lisa beckons you to experience the powerful history and rich culture on Tauck’s weeklong Paris and London tour, highlighted by afternoon tea and a West End theater performance in London, and a visit to the Louvre and a dinner cruise on the Seine in Paris.

Small Group departures of no more than 26 Tauck guests! Experience what makes a France tour with Tauck unforgettable: an adventure walk on the Pont du Gard, an olive-oil tasting at Mas des Barres, exploring magical Monte-Carlo and Provence, a romantic dinner cruise on Paris’ River Seine and more.

Witness Spain's diverse cultural heritage on Tauck’s Spain vacation that visits Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Seville, Córdoba, and Madrid. Enjoy a private flamenco performance, a horse-drawn carriage ride in Seville, and a guided tour of Madrid’s Museo del Prado.

Tauck's one-week Eastern European tour includes multiple nights in the imperial cities of Budapest, Vienna and Prague plus picturesque travels through the Hungarian, Austrian, and the Czech Republic countryside.

Private after-hours visits to the Vatican, frescoed cathedrals, priceless art masterpieces, the glory of the Roman Empire, medieval hilltop towns, and the treasures of the Uffizi Gallery are all highlighted on this 8-day Florence, Rome, and Tuscany tour.

A one-week to Rome, Amalfi Coast, and Capri tour features antiquities, architecture, and dramatic scenery, from the ruins of Pompeii, to cliff-clinging villages, the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, and a visit to the Vatican.

Go medieval hilltop town hopping and art museum hopping on this Tuscany, Umbria, and Florence tour that presents the best of the countryside with some of the world’s most famous art masterpieces.

New for 2009 - Family FYI: Did you know that there are over 1,440 rooms in Schönbrunn Palace? An insider's tour of the Lipizzaner horse farm, a private Danube River cruise, a medieval feast, and a cogwheel train ride through the Vienna woods are just a few highlights of this magical journey from Budapest to Vienna, one of Tauck Bridges' newest Europe family tours.

New for 2009 - Family FYI: Did you know that King Richard the Lionhearted was once held for ransom in a castle in what is now Austria? See the Old World through new eyes on one of our newest Europe tours – a family-friendly 7-night Danube riverboat cruise filled with fun, adventure and discoveries in some of Europe's greatest cities!

Family FYI: Did you know that there are seven bells in the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one for each note of the musical scale? A private after-hours tour of the Vatican Museums, a visit to Pisa to see the famous tower and learn how to make pizza, and multiple-night stays in Rome, Florence and Venice highlight this most family-friendly of Italy tours.

Family FYI: Did you know that Rome's Colosseum could hold up to 55,000 people – and was sometimes used for mock naval battles! It's the sweet life with Tauck on an Italy vacation – on an exclusive, private after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums, in a convertible car sightseeing on Capri, on a lesson in making Neapolitan pizza, and much, much more.

Family FYI: Did you know that flamenco is a lot more than a dance? It is an art form that features singing, the guitar and rhythmic hand clapping. You and your family will learn to dance the flamenco, taste tapas, go to a world-famous soccer stadium and more on one of the best family Spain tours!

Experience the best of Costa Rica, from volcanoes to rainforests and jungles on Tauck's ultimate Costa Rica travel adventure; cruise on coastal waterways, hike in the jungle, and visit eco-parks and reserves.

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Family FYI: Did you know that Costa Rica was discovered by Christopher Columbus on his fourth and final visit to the New World? This unforgettable Costa Rica vacation takes your family to an ecological wonderland complete with rainforests, volcanoes, jungle rivers, and tropical beaches.

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Family FYI: Did you know that the shell of the Galápagos Giant Tortoise is not solid - it's made up of honeycomb structures that enclose small air chambers. And, they can't walk out of it! During this exceptional family Galápagos tour, discover wildlife found nowhere else in the world.

Extend your South African adventure with a four-night, fly-in Botswana safari to two remote regions legendary for hippopotamus, elephants, lions, and more, traveling by pontoon boat and staying in luxury tented safari camps.

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