Cultural Encounters

"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home." - James A Michener

Boundless Journeys' small group cultural tours in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and Africa carefully uncover, gently explore, and quietly meander through some of the most exceptional and unspoiled places in the world. Our expert local guides reveal traditional customs, exotic flavors and foods, and beautiful surroundings. In each locale, Boundless Journeys' relationship with the local people ensure our small groups are welcomed as friends.

What cultural encounters can you expect on a Boundless Journeys adventure tour? Our Peru hiking tour includes an evening in a local home for a very special meal. On our active Bhutan tour, we immerse ourselves in a colorful tsechu festival. Irish music played spontaneously by talented local musicians accompanies us on our Ireland walking tour.

But it is perhaps the unplanned cultural encounters – moments sharing mint tea with your guide's friends in Casablanca, a lively game of sapo at a chicha bar in Peru, or enjoying sundowners around a campfire in the African bush with a Maasai tribesman – that are the most memorable.

A few of our most popular cultural encounters tours:

Morocco: Imperial Cities & Desert Oases
Journey to Morocco and discover ancient cities, vast desert, high mountains, and a culture that transports you back to another time.

Bhutan: Festivals of Bhutan
This cultural tour through Bhutan is highlighted by two days at a colorful festival, mingling with locals and soaking up the ancient traditions of this rich Himalayan Kingdom.

China: Rediscovering an Ancient Empire
Travel from the mighty streets of Beijing, to the terraced fields and bamboo forests of Guilin, to the proud city walls of Xi'an, encountering many of China's historical, rural, and modern faces.

India: Royal Rajasthan
Rajasthan, the Land of Kings, is India at its most colorful and exotic. Our remarkable journey through India takes in the wonders of Jaipur and Jodphur, explores the Thar Desert by camel back, and visits the Taj Mahal at sunrise.

Indochina: Laos, Vietnam, & Cambodia
Temples, palaces, and markets await your exploration. Walks through ancient towns, through quiet countryside, and boat trips on storied rivers are yours to enjoy on this tour of Indochina. 

Mongolia: Land of the Nomads
Trace the steps of Genghis Khan from the Gobi Desert to crystal-clear Lake Hovsgol. Experience nomadic life, explore 'The Flaming Cliffs', and hike into the Yol Valley.

Turkey: Istanbul to the Turquoise Coast
Enjoy the diversity of this unique country - sail on a gorgeous teak yacht, explore beautiful coves and hidden villages, visit dramatic ruins and volcanic landscape, and indulge in delightful cuisine.

Peru: The Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
Immerse yourself in Quechuan culture and hike into the lost city of Machu Picchu – creating unforgettable experiences of a lifetime.

Each Boundless Journeys adventure is different, so please do not hesitate to call our expert trip advisors at 1-800-941-8010 (+1-802-253-1840 from outside North America), to help choose the adventure that is just right for your family.

If you prefer an adventure for just you and your friends and famliy, please see our PRIVATE COLLECTION of journeys.