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Join us on one of these 21 United States active adventure tours in 2025. Customize your United States adventure with visits to Anchorage, Denali National Park and Preserve, McCarthy, Seward, and Valdez and combine the perfect mix of Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Camping, and Adventure Options to accommodate any fitness and skill level. Contact one of our United States adventure travel planners for help planning your next trip.
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Grand Teton National Park
from $3,280
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Yellowstone & Grand Teton Adventure

North America Small Group Tour - 6 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Mountain Modern Motel / Jackson Hole
Activity Level
Easy Active
Learn all about Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park’s wildlife in this 6-day tour. Visit home to some incredible wildlife such as bison, elk, bears, or wolves as well. This adventure tour includes hiking through forests and plenty of hiking trails waiting to discover.
  • Experience wildlife in Grand Teton
  • Visit National Museum of Wildlife
  • Enjoy adventures of Yellowstone NP
  • Spot wildlife habitats and terrains
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Visit amazing wilderness camp in Alaska
from $3,390
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Alaska Denali Camping Expedition

Alaska Small Group Tour - 12 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Anchorage / Anchorage
Activities
Camping, Adventure Options
Activity Level
Variable
Join 12-day small group expedition through Alaska's breathtaking wilderness. Encounter diverse wildlife, explore remote campsites, and immerse yourself in thrilling activities across Denali, Wrangell/St Elias NP, Valdez
  • Spot wildlife in Anchorage
  • Camp next to Maclaren Glacier
  • Trek through Denali National Park
  • Enjoy evenings around the campfire
  • Explore St. Elias National Park
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Campsite in Homer
from $3,290
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Alaska Kenai Camping Adventure

Alaska Small Group Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Anchorage / Anchorage
Activity Level
Variable
Experience Alaska's stunning beauty with glacier cruises, wildlife watching, and camping by the beach. Explore scenic towns and parks on this amazing 9-day camping adventure.
  • Adventure camp at Kasitsna Bay
  • Cruise past glaciers in Kenai Fjord
  • Hike alongside Exit Glacier
  • Spot bears, moose, and wolves
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Ultimate Alaska
from $7,609
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Ultimate Alaska

14 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
Experience remote Alaska on this 2-week adventure tour. This multi-day Alaska hiking and camping trip explores the backcountry of Wrangell - St. Elias Park. The Alaska adventure tour continues with rafting, flightseeing, glacier ice climbing, and multi-day kayak and camping in Prince William Sound.
  • Hike & camp Alaska's backcountry
  • Kayak & camp near Columbia Glacier
  • Walk and ice climb on Root Glacier
  • Raft down the Kennicott River
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Visit the community of Wrangell, Alaska
from $5,295
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Alaska’s Ultimate Adventure

Sitka to Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Admiralty Dream
Starts / Ends
Sitka / Juneau
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Southeast Alaska's wilderness on this 8-day expedition cruise aboard Admiralty Dream. Experience wilderness adventure, filled with hiking and paddling amidst breathtaking landscapes.
  • Explore Inside Passage wilderness
  • Learn Wrangell's vibrant history
  • Marvel at Frederick Sound
  • Enjoy feast at Fin Island Lodge
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Spot the Northern Lights. Credit Arturo Polo Ena.
from $13,000
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Remote Alaska Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
Activities
Skiing, Fishing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience a 5-day luxury Alaska lodge adventure and backcountry flight safaris at Ultima Thule Lodge. View the landscape and wildlife from a bush plane flying you into the wilds of Wrangell - St. Elias National Park. Each evening retreat to your own comfortable private cabin overlooking the Chitina River to get a true backcountry taste of Alaska.
  • Adventure on flight-safari tours
  • Stay in comfortable cabins
  • Spot a variety of wildlife
  • Adventure on foot, by kayak, or ski
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Kayaking with friends
from $865
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Kayak Valdez

3 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Moderate
Add on to your Alaska tour with a short 2-day kayaking trip in Valdez. Spend the night in one of our hand-chosen hotels and set out each day on guided group kayak tour of Prince William Sound. Spot birdlife at Duck Flats your first afternoon then boat further out for a full day kayak tour up to the Columbia Glacier, including a walk on the moraine!
  • Spend 2 days on guided kayak tours
  • Kayak to Columbia Glacier
  • Paddle Duck Flats spotting birdlife
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Root Glacier Day
from $3,634
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Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Lodge-Based Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
McCarthy / Anchorage
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Alaska’s wild beauty on this 5-day McCarthy adventure. Explore Kennicott’s historic mining town, hike Root Glacier, paddle through iceberg-filled lakes, and take scenic flights over Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. Choose from thrilling activities like ice climbing or packrafting. Perfect for active travelers seeking unmatched views, unique landscapes, and unforgettable experiences.
  • Hike Root Glacier
  • Paddle Kennicott Glacier Lake
  • Explore Kennicott’s mining town
  • Stay in a lodge
  • Discover hidden lakes and glaciers
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View of Kroto Lake from Denali View Chalet
from $5,480
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Alaska Hut to Hut Highlight Tour

Small Group Tour - 13 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Anchorage / Fairbanks
Activities
Kayaking
Activity Level
Moderate
Discover Alaska's natural beauty and rich history on a guided tour from Anchorage to Fairbanks on this 13-day tour. Explore Seward's fjords, hike in Denali, and enjoy unique activities like yurt camping and kayaking. Travel in comfort with all accommodations, meals, and transportation included. Enjoy wildlife sightings, scenic drives, and cultural experiences on this unforgettable adventure.
  • Dip in Chena Hot Springs
  • Experience a dog sled ride
  • Enjoy a frontier-style BBQ dinner
  • Canoe down the Maclaren River
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Explore Pittsburgh
from $5,275
Savings
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Ohio River Cruise

Pittsburgh - Louisville - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody
Starts / Ends
Pittsburgh / Louisville
Activities
Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise along the Ohio River aboard the American Melody from Pittsburgh to Louisville. Discover historic towns and cultural landmarks while enjoying guided tours, historic excursions, and breathtaking river views as you cruise through America’s heartland.
  • Explore Pittsburgh’s rich history
  • Visit historic Marietta, OH
  • Tour Cincinnati’s top sites
  • Experience Louisville Derby legacy
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Admire beautiful Alaskan landscapes
from $5,725
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Best of Alaska

Alaska Small Group Tour - 10 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Anchorage / Anchorage
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Easy Active
Take in the breathtaking scenery, pristine glaciers, vibrant cities, and quaint towns of Alaska on this 10-day journey. This tour is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor activities and seeing much of Alaska in the shortest period of time possible. Highlights include a visit to Anchorage, Denali National Park, Prince William Sound, and Seward.
  • Experience the scenery of Alaska
  • Explore Denali National Park.
  • Discover Seward's bustling harbors
  • Cruise in Prince William Sound
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Moose browse in a lake in Denali National Park
from $3,895
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Alaska Hike, Bike & Kayak

Alaska Small Group Tour - 7 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Anchorage / Anchorage
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Moderate
Take a seven-day hiking, biking, and kayaking excursion through Alaska for an experience like no other. Explore Denali National Park's most stunning trails, kayak the waters of Resurrection Bay, and cycle the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, one of the best coastal paths in the country.
  • Experience the rugged Denali Park
  • Cycle on Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
  • Kayak in Resurrection Bay
  • Hike the Triple Lakes Trail
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Columbia River Gorge
from $3,890
Savings
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Columbia River Gorge Cruise

Roundtrip Portland - 7 Day Itinerary aboard American Pride
Starts / Ends
Portland / Portland
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 7-day Columbia River Gorge cruise aboard American Pride. Explore Portland, Hood River, The Dalles, and Kalama. Discover the pioneers at the Oregon Trail’s end and learn about the region’s history at museums like the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and the Fort Dalles Museum.
  • Discover Hood River’s museums
  • Walk through The Dalles
  • Visit Mount St. Helens
  • Taste local wines from Hood River
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Glacier National Park
from $3,395
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Best of Montana

Montana Small Group Tour - 6 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Bozeman / Missoula
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Easy Active
Embark on a 6-day adventure through Montana from Bozeman to Missoula. Experience Glacier National Park, rafting the Flathead River, cruise the Missouri River, and hike scenic trails. Learn about Native American history with a Blackfeet guide and explore historic towns. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, waterfalls, and ancient forests on this unforgettable journey.
  • Learn Native American culture
  • Enjoy stunning scenery and rivers
  • Hike in Glacier National Park
  • Explore mountains of Montana
  • Cruise Missouri River limestone cli
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Kayaking Valdez
from $2,004
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Kayak Alaska

6 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore the remote bays and coves of Prince William Sound on this 6-day kayaking and camping tour near Valdez Alaska. Spend three nights camping in the sound and paddling around the area to spot wildlife including harbor seals, sea otters, and possibly even the rare orca whale. Spend your nights camping and exchanging stories of your adventures.
  • Kayak by a large tidewater glacier
  • Explore Heather Bay and the glacier
  • Spot seals and sea otters
  • Paddle to see a sea lion colony
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Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
from $4,856
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Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Backcountry Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Anchorage / Anchorage
Activity Level
Variable
This week-long Alaska trip is perfect for the avid hiker who wants a flexible, exclusive, and remote hiking experience. Take a bush plane into the vast wilderness with your private guide and set up camp from which to explore and hike each day as you adventure into the tundra
  • Hiking or Packrafting Exploration
  • Camp in Wrangell’s backcountry
  • Walk and ice climb Root Glacier
  • Explore Kennicott mining ruins
  • Explore Kennicott Town
  • Discover unique glacier
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Deans Blue Hole
from $4,380
$100 Dep.
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West Caribbean Cruise

Belize - Fort Lauderdale - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
Starts / Ends
Belize City / Fort Lauderdale
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day SH Vega cruise through the Western Caribbean. Explore Mayan ruins in Belize, relax on Grand Cayman's beaches, snorkel Montego Bay’s reefs, and visit Jamaica’s mountains. Enjoy birdwatching at Great Inagua, swim with sharks in the Exumas, and marvel at Nassau’s beauty.
  • Witness Bahama's pinkest flamingo
  • Swim with nurse sharks in Exuma
  • Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
  • Visit Cockscomb wildlife sanctuary
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Yosemite National Park
from $2,625
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Hiking in Yosemite National Park

North America Small Group Tour - 6 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Stanford Court Hotel San Francisco / Yosemite National Park
Activity Level
Moderate
Discover Yosemite’s landscapes on guided hikes through iconic trails like Mist Trail and Four Mile Trail. Walk among giant sequoias, enjoy breathtaking views, and learn about conservation efforts with expert guides. With comfortable lodge stays and seamless logistics, this adventure lets you fully experience the beauty and history of Yosemite National Park.
  • Hike Tuolumne Grove Giant Sequoia
  • Reach Sentinel Dome summit
  • Tackle Four Mile Trail
  • Experience Mist Trail views
  • Walk among giant sequoias
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