Unusual Trips and Unique Vacations

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Barcelona Behind the Scenes: Cabaret and Carnival

Mar 04–Mar 10, 2019

From $3,475

Catapult yourself into Barcelona's complicated and colorful past for a week filled with unique historic tours, private musical performances, and an evening of performance in a private atelier.

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history & culture

Northern India’s Colorful Cities, Villages, and Celebrations

Oct 23–Nov 04, 2019

From $3,190

Visit towering forts and palaces, explore local villages, experience Diwali with an Indian family, wander centuries-old ruins, learn to cook in a family home, and witness the sunrise over the Taj Mahal and the River Ganges on this immersive tour of Delhi, Rajasthan, and Varanasi.

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history & culture

Ancient Persia, Modern Iran: Civilizations Old and New

Apr 21–May 02, 2019

From $4,685

On the overland route from Tehran to Shiraz, experience some of the oldest sites of civilization, tap into local secrets, and explore the myriad influences that have shaped Iran into one of the most fascinating and friendly nations on the planet. (And yes, most Americans can currently get visas!)

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history & culture

Morocco’s Mountains, Medinas, and Desert Oases

Oct 16–Oct 26, 2019

From $3,190

Explore ancient desert fortresses, wander maze-like medinas, and spend your nights in traditional riads and palm-grove oases. Join Atlas Obscura for a week of adventure across Morocco’s spectacular and sprawling terrain.

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history & culture

Jordan’s Ancient Ruins, Desert Landscapes, and Starry Skies

May 03–May 15, 2019

From $3,590

Explore Jordan's long-abandoned desert fortresses, spectacular mosques, Biblical landmarks, and Roman ruins, and travel across its magnificent orange desert by camel and jeep to sleep under starry skies.

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history & culture

A Journey Through Bulgaria’s Abandoned Ruins and Otherworldly Monuments

May 05–May 13, 2019

From $1,970

Dive into adventure and discovery in one of Europe's oldest countries, as we explore ancient civilizations and marvel at otherworldly relics of a communist utopia that never came to be.

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