Tailor-made adventures.
Days: 12-15 | From: $8,850/person
Our Most Popular Trip: Two of South America’s most spectacular destinations in one itinerary
Days: 13 | From: $10,590/per person with 4 passengers
The best of Patagonia on both sides of the border
Days: 8 | From: $4,990/per person
Explore this fascinating country's most iconic sites
Days: 9 | From: $4,690/per person
Explore Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls & Rio de Janeiro all in one trip
Days: 9 | From: $6,990/per person
Visit Costa Rica's highlights and the beautiful, remote Osa Peninsula
Days: 8 | From: $6,050/per person
Explore the pristine jungles of Belize, Mayan ruins, and idyllic Caribbean islands
Days: 9 | From: $5,750/per person
Experience the highlights of this fascinating and culturally rich country
Days: 8 | From: $5,690/per person
Combine the pristine rainforest and barrier reef of Belize with striking Guatemalan ruins
Days: 10 | From: $9,790/per person
The best of South Africa: a world class safari, spectacular Cape Town, plus magnificent Victoria [...]
Days: 9 | From: $7,750/per person
Track the Great Migration through the breathtaking landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania
Days: 8 | From: $7,250/per person
Experience Rwanda's gentle mountain gorillas in the wild, and discover its varied wildlife and lush [...]
Days: 11 | From: $12,950/per person
From the renowned Okavango Delta to extraordinary Hwange National Park via Victoria Falls
Days: 11 | From: $3,025/per person
Get to know the classic parts of Vietnam
Days: 10 | From: $5,900/per person
Temples, Taj, and Tigers: see quintessential India on this immersive journey
Days: 10 | From: $5,560/per person
The highlights of Bangkok, northern Thailand, and the southern beaches
Days: 16 | From: $19,200/per person
An immersive exploration of the art, culture, and history of Japan
Days: 10 | From: $9,625/per person
The Best of Italy: Venice, Florence & Rome
Days: 11 | From: $8,495/per person
An Extraordinary Private Journey from Barcelona to Andalucía via Madrid
Days: 11 | From: $10,680/per person
France: An Extraordinary Private Journey from Paris to the castles of the Loire Valley and [...]
Days: 11 | From: $13,380 per person
An extraordinary alpine journey from Zurich to Zermatt
Days: 16-23 | From: $9,395/person
One of the most classic of Arctic programs, with polar bears and magnificent scenery.
Days: 10-23 | From: $8,590/person
The most popular and classic Antarctica cruise option
Days: 6-23 | From: $6,950/person
Choose from our list of the top vessels in each category
Days: 6-23 | From: $4,795/person
Choose from our list of the top vessels in each category.
Days: 10| From: $12,450/per person
Follow the herds of the Great Migration through some of Africa's most iconic safari destinations [...]
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We have boiled down the top ten reasons you might consider traveling with Vaya, not because there aren’t many more reasons, but because ten is just a nice round number.
Many of us at Vaya live between two worlds. Nearly all have lived or worked in the places we know and go to. Our recommendations about where to find the best llapingachos in Quito (cheese-filled potato patties with a golden-brown crust) or the best time of day to see hippos on the Okavango Delta arise from an unparalleled depth of experience that we thoughtfully apply to each and every itinerary. Find out more about our Destination Specialists here.
We advocate for you and we put your interests first. We never suggest an itinerary because it will earn us a higher commission or propose chain hotels or lodges where space is easy to come by. Instead, we look for properties that epitomize the best that each region has to offer, and – more crucially – are the right fit for you. Our local connections allow us to find special places off the beaten track or otherwise “sold out.” In short, ensuring you have the perfect trip is our only criteria. Have a look at our current list of boutique accommodations and lodges.
“We travel a lot and this trip was one of the best-planned trips that we have ever taken.” We frequently pore over our 5 star reviews, not to crow about the nice things travelers have said about us in the past, but to make sure we are continuing to perform at the highest level possible today. Check our reviews on Trust Pilot, Google Reviews and Yelp to get the lowdown on the high praise. What’s more, over 98% of our travelers would recommend us to a friend or travel with us again. Just saying.
We are uncompromising when it comes to the quality of our guides in all of our destinations. They know the best time of the day to experience the “must see” and “must do” places and will make sure you’re never herded from site to site with the throng. They’ll move mountains (not literally) to get you that coveted table with a view. These are special hand-picked adventurers who can talk the talk and walk the walk. Click here to see what Vaya travelers are saying about our private local guides.
At Vaya, we focus our energies (and dollars) on the places we travel to and know best. We support organizations like Uthando, Rewilding Europe and Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation, to name just a few. Vaya’s owner is the president of the International Galapagos Tour Association, a group that is fighting to protect the Galapagos Islands from unsustainable tourism practices. Over the years, we have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars of funding for worthy causes across the globe. That, together with a focus on supporting small properties, along with our commitment to ensuring that local guides are paid well, helps to make certain that our impact is positive and life-affirming. We have never claimed to have all the answers, but we’re making a sincere effort to put our best foot forward and to keep learning as we go. Click here to read more about Vaya’s commitment to sustainable travel.
At Vaya, we see food and drink as a way of unlocking all the senses: sight, smell, sound, touch and of course, taste. These are some of the best ways to reveal the essential nature of each and every one of our destinations. If, at the end of your adventure, you don’t come back with at least one mind-blowing memory of, let’s say, the sublime aroma of an extraordinary tonkotsu ramen broth; or the strangely familiar, yet utterly unique, experience of an authentic porteño meal at a hole-in-the-wall place; or the flavor of an organic wine from a tiny local maker… Well, then we haven’t done our job.
At Vaya, we think that travel is synonymous with adventure. At the same time, we realize that the term adventure can be difficult to pinpoint. After all, every traveler has their own take on what that means exactly. For some, it might be answering in the affirmative when asked if they like it spicy. For others, it could be traversing a narrow mountain footpath with a dazzling view of the valley below. Whatever your idea of adventure happens to be, every Vaya adventure is tailor-made for you and you alone.
Big chain hotels? Nope. Big tour buses? Um, no. Giant cruise ships? Pass. Our thing? Charming one-of-a-kind boutique hotels, restored haciendas, historic chateaus, vineyard inns, ryokans, riads, eco-lodges and tented safari camps that have a sense of style and place. We travel on small ships and yachts, which can take you to places that larger ships just can’t reach. Think small. Think Vaya!
You may find yourself on the Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia. You may find yourself wandering through the alleyways of Trogir in Croatia. And you may ask yourself, how did I get here? Fortunately, you’ll have 24/7 contact information during your trip. Moreover, your private local guide, as well as our local friends and partners, will be there for you every step of the way. And you’ll have the security of booking with a company that is based in the US that is fully registered and insured. Same as it ever was!
Although we really don’t use words like luxury and bespoke without wincing just a little bit, we know that we offer a very high level of service and bring an extraordinary depth of knowledge to the table. That’s just us. But we also understand that value is fundamental to any purchase decision. That’s us too. So we’re prepared to guarantee that you won’t find a trip with Vaya’s levels of quality and service for a better price anywhere. If you do, let us know within 30 days of booking and we’ll refund the difference. That way, you can rest assured that the value of your trip with Vaya is unsurpassed! That’s on us.
Find out why our discerning travelers consistently rate us with 5-stars.
We take our environmental and social responsibilities seriously.