Adventures by Disney vacations we've taken!

The world is a magical place.

What is it to truly be an adventurer? To travel above and beyond, and see what most ordinary tourists will never see. Be immersed in your destination’s way of life – and share a world filled with wonder, enchantment and remarkable adventures, with 23 itineraries at some of the planet’s most spectacular destinations. From exploring Galapagos with a naturalist to hiking with huskies through the Alps, you’ll be there as the world’s authentic wonders come to life.

Disney Difference:

• The services of two Adventure Guides
• Family activities and special fun for kids
• Accommodations
• Scheduled meals, activities and entertainment
• Luggage Service
• Transportation with the adventure
• Cultural entertainment with local experts

Discovery Down Under - North Queensland, Ayers Rock and Sydney
Plunge into the largest coral reef system on earth, where schools of color explode from every hollow. Ride camels through the desert to watch the sun set on Ayers Rock, the island mountain. And feel the rush of adrenaline as you zoom around famed Sydney Harbour on a high-speed boat. From a candlelight dinner above a croc-filled river to Jackaroo high jinks at an outback sheep station, you’ll explore the land of Oz from ocean to desert, rainforest to reef – with adventures you’ve got to hike, bike and swim to believe.

Adventures by Disney Destination Highlights
North Queensland, The Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock, Sydney

Accommodations & Meals

The China World Hotel - Nights 1, 2, 3
Shangri La Chengdu - Nights 4, 5
Hotel of Modern Art - Nights 6, 7
Hilton Shanghai - Nights 8, 9, 10
Hong Kong Disneyland® Hotel - Nights 11, 12

12 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches, 9 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• Mossman Gorge and rainforest
• The Great Barrier Reef
• Ayer’s Rock (Uluru)
• Taronga Zoo
• Sydney

Disney Difference

• Private breakfast and tour at the Taronga zoo
• Jet Boat tour of Sydney Harbor
• Tobruk sheep ranch
• Multiple-night stays at each location

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly

• Dinner at a Crocodile Farm
• Workshops showcasing Aboriginal culture
• Skyrail ride above the rainforest canopy
• Glass-bottom boat at the Great Barrier Reef
• Snorkeling and nature walk in the Low Isles
• Camel ride and star gazing in the desert
• Bike tour of Sydney

Enchanted China - Beijing, Chengdu, Guilin, Shanghai and Hong Kong
Remote and remarkable, exotic and enchanting, China – one of the world’s most enigmatic destinations, is waiting to share her secrets with you.  Explore ancient mysteries and modern splendors in the profound Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Make friends with giant pandas at Chengdu Research Base, then cruise the otherworldly beauty of Guilin’s gumdrop mountains aboard an exclusive private boat. From defending against foreign invaders atop the Great Wall to catching flying acrobats in Shanghai to VIP treatment at Hong Kong Disneyland®, this is a chance for you to discover not just another country, but another world.

Safari to South Africa – Cape Town, The Garden Route and Kapama Game Reserve
Imagine riding in a safari jeep as a skilled tracker leads you through one of the most stunning and diverse game reserves in all of Africa, or learning age-old survival secrets of the wild on a ranger-lead Bushwalk. Exploring cosmopolitan Cape Town, perched on the edge of the Indian Ocean, with bustling markets, a lively waterfront and sumptuous food. Discovering beautiful Boulders Beach, then meeting African penguins in their natural habitat. And concluding your grand adventure at a Boma, a torchlit barbecue feast and show that is, like everything else on this trip, one of the most extraordinary experiences on the planet.

Path to Pura Vida – San Jose, Arenal, Manuel Antonio and Quepos
Pura Vida. The Pure Life. A life dedicated to nature’s beauty and harmony. Where you’ll fly high over rainforests, soak in secluded thermal springs, and conquer whitewater rapids. It’s a life filled with fiery dances, fresh-picked pineapples, and volcanic light and sound shows. Where butterfly families gather by the thousands and Adventure Guides find the most secluded rainforest trails. And where natural adventures become colorful memories you keep for a lifetime.

 Accommodations & Meals
Real Intercontinental Costa Rica Hotel - Night 1
Hotel Arenal Kioro - Nights 2, 3, 4
Hotel Arenas del Mar - Nights 5, 6

6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• La Paz Butterfly Gardens
• Arenal Volcano
• Hidalgo Hot Springs
• Manuel Antonio National Park

Disney Difference

• Rainforest experience
• Zip-line adventure
• Pineapple plantation visit
• Whitewater rafting trip
• Private parties with live entertainment

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly 

• Junior Adventurer dinner party
• Arts and crafts with locals
• Disney movie night

Gateway to the Galapagos – Quito, Otavalo Valley and The Galapagos Islands
Travel through time on an adventure that takes you from the vibrant indigenous cultures of the Andean Highlands of Ecuador to the volcanic landscapes and abundant marine parks of the Galapagos Islands. Each of the tiny islands are comprised of their own wonderlands where lizards swim, sea lions bask in the sun, tortoises roam the hills and birds fill the skies. This is nature at its purest, in a magical place where time stands still.

 Accommodations & Meals
JW Marriott - Night 1
Hacienda Cusín - Nights 2, 3, 4
Galapagos Explorere II - Nights 5, 6, 7, 8
JW Marriott - Night 9

9 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 8 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• Sundial on the equator
• Traditional Ecuadorian folk dance
• Peguche Waterfalls
• Otavalo market
• Hacienda Cusín
• Visit to a working farm
• “Pirate Party” when crossing the equator
• Snorkeling with sea lions and penguins

Disney Difference

• Flute-making class
• Ecuadorian cooking lessons
• Private guides in the Galapagos
• Kite-making class with local child
• BBQ Dinner at Hacienda Cusín
• Ecuadorian music lessons

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly

• Kite-making class with local child
• Disney movie night
• Ecuadorian cooking lessons
• Condor Project
• Kids Pizza

Sacred Valleys & Incan Cities – Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cusco
Live the legends of the Inca among the patchwork green, red and gold fields where their descendents still thrive. You’ll dance in the hilltops with colorfully costumed friends. Raft a twisting river in the shadow of surreal peaks. Enjoy a Peruvian feast cooked by mother earth herself. And wind through Andean mountains, discovering impossible stone creations like Machu Picchu – the mysterious city in the clouds. Let weavers, artists, even wooly llamas share Peru’s secrets with you, on sky-high adventures around the unforgettable Sacred Valley.

Accommodations & Meals
Casa Andina Private Collection Lima - Night 1
Sol y Luna - Nights 2, 3, 4, 5
Casa Andina Private Collection Cusco - Nights 6, 7, 8

8 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 5 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• Inca culture in the Sacred Valley
• Ollantaytambo ruins
• Train journey and exploration of Machu Picchu
• Pisac Market
• Historic Cusco
• Sacsayhuaman Incan fortress

Disney Difference

• Traditional Pachamanca feast
• Urubamba River raft trip
• Hike in Sacred Valley
• Cooking demo and tastes of Peru
• Lunch at colonial Casa Aliaga
• Four-night stay in the Sacred Valley

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly

• Weaving demonstration
• Picnic in Maras
• Llamas and alpacas at Awana Kancha
• Frame-painting activity

Taming the Last Frontier – Fairbanks, Denali National Park and Kenai Peninsula
Travel to the “Golden Heart City” of Fairbanks, then journey into Denali National Park framed by miles of majestic mountains. Visit the Kenai Peninsula and cruise along the Kenai Fjords where whales often surface and glaciers dominate the horizon. Get up close and personal with bears, moose and bison before you board the classic Alaska Railroad and raft among icebergs.

Southwest Splendors - Sedona, Grand Canyon, Moab and Arches National Park
The Southwestern stage is set for your adventure. Get ready to raft the majestic Colorado River. Tear through Red Rocks in an off-roading 4x4. And discover parts of the Grand Canyon most will never see. The desert will speak to you through naturalists, Navajos, cowboys, even native creatures. And as day becomes star-dusted night, you’ll gather ‘round the campfire to share memories from your very own tall tale.

Beantown & The Big Apple – Boston, Newport, RI and New York City
Embark on a traveler’s tale from the revolutionary streets of Boston to the electrifying avenues of New York City. You’ll explore New England’s coastal wonders as you breeze through Boston on a duck boat. Take in Newport’s mansions from a seafaring schooner. Relive one of the original American stories in the halls of Ellis Island. And break into show biz on Broadway. From the Green Monster in Fenway Park to biking around Central Park – you’ll uncover ingredients of our melting pot nation and add a new chapter to your history.

Rocky Trails & Mountie Tales – Glacier National Park and Banff National Park
Journey to Montana’s Big Sky Country to explore the natural wonders of the majestic Rocky Mountains in the nation’s Crown Jewel, Glacier National Park, and then across the border to experience the rugged grandeur of Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. A week full of fun includes Native American story-telling, a vintage Red Bus tour through Glacier National Park, a Cowboy Steak Fry, swimming in thermal hot springs, whitewater rafting, hiking, biking, horseback riding, a panoramic gondola ride and canoeing on an alpine lake.

Adventures by Disney Destination Highlights
Jackson Hole, Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks

Backstage Magic - Los Angeles and Disneyland® Resort
Go where the magic happens – to places few will ever see, places you will never forget. The El Capitan Theatre, The Jim Henson Company Studios, Walt Disney Imagineering – places where sketched-out dreams become vivid reality for you to experience firsthand. Then live the magic as you explore every whimsical corner of the Happiest Place on Earth – transforming a trip to the park into a VIP experience far beyond imagination.

Golden Path to Yosemite – Lake Tahoe,
San Francisco and Yosemite
Blaze an adventurous trail through the land of legendary gold and natural glory. Soar to the top of Squaw Peak and behold Tahoe’s aquamarine jewel among the mountains. Float along the idyllic Truckee River and swim in a setting more beautiful than any painting. And make the Yosemite Valley your incredible backyard as you hike and ride through its unspoiled majesty. Then spring from the wilderness to explore San Francisco’s hilly charm by bike and private trolley – on your unbelievable expedition from the gold-streaked Sierras to the famed Golden Gate.

Spirit of America - Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and Williamsburg
Hear ye! Hear ye! Come one and all to the legendary cities where our nation was born. Pedal past larger-than-life monuments that voice our country’s heroic tales. Walk in the footsteps of our forefathers, and even meet a few of them. Gather where Revolutionary plans were once laid, savoring authentic dishes from 1776. And travel back in time to live the colonial life, just as it was hundreds of years ago. You’ll eat, sleep and play in places steeped in national nostalgia – and experience an adventure you won’t find in any book.

Quest for West – Yellowstone, Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Parks
Grab the reins and see the world from a saddle as you get to know the true American West. Find your frontier spirit with horseback riding, roping and fly-fishing beneath wide-open skies at an authentic dude ranch. Raft the writhing Snake River, and explore the whimsical sights and Western charm of Jackson Hole. Then discover the soul of Yellowstone as you hike among its cascading rivers and iron-streaked canyons to watch Old Faithful burst from the earth. Come explore Wyoming – and realize that home on the range is just where you belong.

Storybook Kingdoms – Prague, Salzburg
and Vienna
Follow the kings and queens of old for a storybook adventure through their fabled castles and kingdoms. Learn the secrets of the strings at a colorful marionette show. Then hang on the sweet notes of a young prodigy’s violin serenade. You’ll unlock the whimsical
trick fountains of a country palace, fly along the wooden chutes of a former salt mine and even dine among the animals at the world’s oldest zoo.

Accommodations & Meals
Prague Marriott Hotel - Nights 1, 2
Sheraton Salzburg Hotel - Nights 3, 4
Vienna Hilton Stadtpark - Nights 5, 6, 7

7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• Imperial palace of Schonbrunn
• Medieval village of Durnstein
• Cruise the Danube River
• Charles Bridge in Prague

Disney Difference

• Welcome dinner at the Vienna Zoo
• Behind the scenes peek at a marionette show
• Viennese strudel demonstration
• Lunch at a Tyrolean farm house
• Private Renaissance Fair with jousting and singing minstrels

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly

• Trick fountains of Hellbrunn Castle
• Carriage and pony rides at Festschloss Hoff
• Play dress up in historic costumes
• Junior Adventurer's dinner in Salzburg
• Disney movie night

Cities of Knights & Lights – London and Paris
Ladies and gentlemen, mesdames et messieurs, welcome and bienvenue to a tale of two famous cities. Let London charm you with storytelling beefeaters, proper English high tea, a jolly good spin on a double-decker bus and a special West End theatre experience that’ll have you roaring for more. Then say “bonjour” to Paris as you explore gargoyle-guarded cathedrals, bike the très elegant gardens, dine in the Eiffel Tower and find inspiration among the world’s greatest masterpieces. Two wonderfully different capitals for one unforgettable adventure.

Once Upon a Fairy Tale – Heidelberg, Trendelberg, Rothenburg and Munich
Journey through the land that inspired so many beloved Disney stories – a land where magic still lives. Let Sleeping Beauty show you around her charmed castle gardens and towers. Learn to wield a bow and arrow just like the knights of old. Walk mysterious cobblestone streets lit by a night watchman’s lantern. And travel to the place where the teddy bear was born. With so many colorful characters to meet and so many enchanted places to explore– Germany is just the setting for your very own fairytale.

The Emerald Isle – Dublin, Killarney and Shannon
Watching foamy waves crash from high atop the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, you’ll realize why Irish eyes are always smiling. Let us wrap you in old-world charm as you ride jaunting carts to a country manor, listen to ancient tales in Celtic brogue and spend a few cozy nights in an ivy-covered castle. From sheep herding in Shannon to jig lessons in Killarney to cathedral tours in Dublin – Ireland’s earthy warmth and lively melodies are sure to add a spring to your step for years to come.

Flavors of France – Aix-en-Provence and Paris
Treat your senses to the best of France, from the rippling lavender fields of Provence to the bustling sidewalk cafés of Paris. Discover Provencal pleasures as you kayak the waters under an ancient aqueduct, sample the sun-kissed wines of a country vineyard, and sail through the wind on a mountain crest bike ride. Then it’s off to Paris by bullet train to indulge in the avant-garde – from the heights of the Eiffel Tower to the shops of the Champs Elysées – before bidding adieu to your delectable French adventure.

 Accommodations & Meals
Grand Mercure Roi René - Nights 1, 2, 3, 4
Hilton Arc de Triophme - Nights 5, 6

6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• Aix-en-Provence
• Pont du Gard
• Château de Beaupré
• Luberon Valley
• Village of Gordes
• La Route des Crêtes
• Ochre Cliffs of Roussillon
• The Louvre
• Paris

Disney Difference

• Cézanne’s painting locale
• Catered French country lunch
• Wine tasting
• Kayaking on the Gard River
• Picnic at the Pont du Gard
• Biking in the Luberon Valley
• Lunch at the Eiffel Tower

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly

• French entertainer Patrick Vallory
• Pastry-making with a French chef
• Louvre art detective game
• Playing pétanque at a French château
• Nougat, caramel & honey tasting
• Disney movie night

Alpine Magic – Stresa, Zermatt and Lake Lucerne
Experience an Alpine adventure that puts the “great” in great-big-beautiful outdoors. Get
out there as you cruise past the cascading towns of Italy’s lakes. And shape pasta the traditional way at a Como cooking school.
Then zigzag through mountains, dotted with chalets, to the incredible Swiss Alps. You’ll
soar past distant peaks on thrilling ziplines, bike the scenic paths of a lofty village, even hike grassy trails with faithful huskies. All from luxurious hotels in an Alpine playground of lakes, mountains and glaciers – ready for you to come out and play.

 Accommodations & Meals
Regina Palace Hotel - Nights 1, 2, 3
Alpen Resort Hotel - Nights 4, 5
Waldstaetterhof Hotel or Schloss Hotel - Nights 6, 7, 8

8 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• Zip Lining
• Ropes Course
• Pasta-making at an Italian cooking school
• Private Lake Como Cruise
• Wine tasting in Italy
• Fondue lunch
• Bike ride along Lake Lucerne

Disney Difference

• Private cooking class in Como
• Husky Camp visit
• Alpenhorn blower performance

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly

• Meet William Tell
• Bike ride along Lake Lucerne
• Forest Fun Park Zip Lining
• Husky Camp
• Disney Movie night
• Pony ride at Italian Farm

Viva Italia – Rome, Tuscany and Venice
From Trevi Fountain wishes in Rome to masquerade balls in Venice, no taste of Italy would be complete without a dash of local flavor. Explore the Eternal City’s ancient wonders as Rome reveals its mythic tales. Learn to shape your own pasta in the rustic kitchen of a Tuscan chef.  Experience Michelangelo’s David and fall for Florence’s Renaissance charm. Then glide by gondola along Venice’s famed canals. You’ll dine al fresco in Tuscany, spend nights in an Italian villa and become part of the famiglia on an adventure worth savoring.

Accommodations & Meals
Hotel Bernini Bristol Palace - Nights 1, 2, 3
Hotel Paggeria Medicea - Nights 4, 5, 6
Hotel Dei Dogi - Nights 7, 8

8 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• Tour ancient Rome
• Vatican City and Sistine Chapel
• Etruscan city of Orvieto in Umbria
• Florence
• The Academy and Michelangelo's "David"

Disney Difference

• Private Roman feast
• Pasta making lessons
• Three-night stay in a Tuscan villa
• Authentic Tuscan BBQ
• Adult's wine tasting

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly

• Family gondola ride
• Disney movie
• Bocce ball and swimming at the villa
• Venetian mask making
• Meet Marco Polo
• Gelato tasting

Bella Italia – Sorrento, Florence and The Amalfi Coast
Delve into the beauty of Sorrento as you travel the captivating Amalfi coast by land and sea, journey to the fabled island of Capri and explore the legendary ruins of Pompeii. Then experience the Renaissance history and current city of fashion that is Florence as you travel through Tuscany, wander the city walls of Lucca by bicycle, explore the medieval city of Siena and take in the famous leaning tower of Pisa.

Accommodations & Meals
Hilton Sorrento Palace - Nights 1, 2, 3
Hotel Bernini Palace - Nights 4, 5, 6, 7

7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 5 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• View Amalfi Coast from a private boat
• Boat tour of Capri
• Pizza-making class
• Accommodations in the heart of Florence
• Leaning Tower of Pisa visit
• Bicycling atop the walls of Lucca

Disney Difference

• Agriturismo La Galatea Farm
• Bike ride in Lucca
• Children’s Museum visit
• Privately guided tour of Pompeii
• Private boat to Amalfi
• Wine tasting

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly

• Pizza-making class
• Boat tour around Capri
• Swim in the Mediterranean
• Fresco painting at Museo dei Regazzi
• Disney movie night

Treasures of Spain – Madrid, Seville and Barcelona
Discover adventures more dazzling than Spanish gold –exploring the lavish private rooms and soaring towers of a Spanish alcazar. Gazing at the intricate carvings of Gaudi’s unfinished architectural masterpiece. And savoring a sea of tiny tapas plates overflowing with flavor. From the Flamenco’s whirling colors to Andalucia’s welcoming farms – you’ll uncover Spanish treasures that many people never find and memories that never lose their luster.

Accommodations & Meals
Hotel Alexandra - Nights 1, 2
Vincci La Rabida Hotel - Nights 3, 4
Westin Palace Madrid - Nights 5, 6, 7

7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Itinerary Highlights
Experiences

• Madrid Royal Palace and Armory
• Alcazar Castle in Segovia
• Tour of Seville
• Gaudí tour of Barcelona

Disney Difference

• Dinner at Café del Oriente, Madrid
• Flamenco lessons and show in Seville
• Farewell celebration in Barcelona

Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly

• El Retiro Park
• Special craft workshops
• El Esparragal farm
• Kids’ dinner and Disney movie night