Bridges Travel Guide - The Taucker Travel Blog

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From the wildlife-rich plains of Africa to the storybook castles of Europe, from thrilling outdoor adventures in North America to island-hopping in the Galápagos, Tauck Bridges journeys are designed to bring families closer together through unforgettable shared experiences. Whether your family loves history, hands-on cultural discoveries, adrenaline-fueled outings, or simply exploring breathtaking landscapes, there’s a perfect journey waiting for you. Use this guide to find the Tauck Bridges trip that best matches your family’s travel dreams – and get ready to make lifelong memories together!

Tour	Departs	Key Stops	Perfect for families who love…	Unforgettable Moments
Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests → 8 Days	Feb – Apr Jun – Aug Dec	Guanacaste Tortuguero National Park Arenal National Park	Outdoor adventure, tropical landscapes, and wildlife experiences	Go whitewater rafting and ziplining in Arenal National Park Take a guided snorkeling excursion on the Gulf of Papagayo Discover amazing wildlife in Tortuguero National Park
Journey Through Japan… A Family Adventure → 10 Days	Jun – Aug	Hakone Kyoto Tokyo Hiroshima	High-tech cities, ancient traditions, and hands-on cultural experiences	Ride a pirate boat across Lake Ashi Go digital at teamLab Planets TOKYO Discover the secrets of sushi making
Mystical Peru → 8 Days	Jun – Jul	Lima Cusco Machu Picchu Sacred Valley	Ancient civilizations, outdoor adventures, and Andean culture	Ride the train up to ancient Macchu Picchu Learn to spin and dye wool with villagers in the Sacred Valley Try your hand at a tasty chocolate-making class
Tanzania: A Grand Family Safari → 10 Days	Jun-Aug Dec	Arusha National Park Serengeti National Park Tarangire National Park Ngorongoro Crater	Incredible wildlife, African landscapes, and tribal culture	Enjoy private game drives in open top 4×4 vehicles Take a hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti at dawn Picnic in prehistoric Ngorongoro Crater
Galápagos: Wildlife Wonderland → 8 Days	Mar Jun – Aug Dec	Quito Bartolomé Island Genovesa Island Santa Cruz Island Rábida Island	Marine life encounters, island exploration, and natural wonders	Spend 4 nights aboard Santa Cruz II, limited to just 90 guests Discover giant tortoises at a Santa Cruz reserve Meet wildlife found nowhere else as you swim, snorkel and hike

Tour	Departs	Key Stops	Perfect for families who love…	Unforgettable Moments
Blue Danube: Family Riverboat Adventure → 8 Days	Jun – Jul	Vienna Salzburg Bratislava Dürnstein	Fairytale castles, European history, and hands-on cultural fun	Enjoy an imperial evening at a private palace in Vienna with a Waltzing demo Learn about life in the Middle Ages at a 9th-century castle in Bratislava Take a guided bicycle ride and scavenger hunt in Passau
Holiday Magic: Danube Family River Cruise → 8 Days	Dec	Bratislava Vienna Dürnstein Salzburg	Festive markets, European holiday traditions, and winter wonderland scenes	Enjoy a Tauck-exclusive gala evening at Palais Pallavicini in Vienna Learn the art of making gingerbread and marzipan from the masters Go on a scavenger hunt and play medieval games in Bratislava
Family Fun Along the Seine: Paris to Normandy → 8 Days	Jun – Jul	Paris Versailles Giverny Beaches of Normandy	Parisian magic, history, and coastal exploration	Explore Monet’s home and gardens on an early-opening visit Visit WWII’s D-Day sites with a local guide Enjoy a virtual reality journey through time at the Notre-Dame Cathedral
Douro Discovery: A Family River Cruise in Portugal plus Madrid → 10 Days	Jun – Jul	Madrid Pinhão Porto Peso da Régua Salamanca	Iberian history, prehistoric art, and active sightseeing choices	Ride a 4×4 vehicle to an archaeological site Take a walking tour or bicycle ride through riverside Porto Stay two nights at a former palace in Madrid
Bon Voyage! France Family River Cruise → 8 Days	Jun – Jul	Paris Tournon Arles Avignon	French culture, art, cuisine, and immersive sightseeing	Visit the fortress-like castle of medieval popes in Avignon Enjoy lunch with gypsy music and a hayride on a private ranch in The Camargue Explore Arles and the landscapes that inspired Vincent van Gogh
Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure → 8 Days	Jun – Jul	Amsterdam Lucerne Cologne Strasbourg	Medieval towns, castles, and multi-country discovery	Enjoy a private dinner at one of the best-preserved medieval castles in the Rhineland Ride the world’s steepest cogwheel train 7,000 feet above Lake Lucerne Learn how to make a tarte flambé and go chocolate tasting in Strasbourg

Tour	Departs	Key Stops	Perfect for families who love…	Unforgettable Moments
NEW! Wild, Wild West Family Adventure → 8 Days	Jun – Aug	Arches National Park Monument Valley Moab Mesa Verde National Park Durango	Wild West adventure, ancient cultures, and exploring epic landscapes	View the Ancestral Pueblo Dwellings carved into the cliffs of Mesa Verde Take a guided rafting excursion down the Colorado River Stay in luxury safari-style tents with modern amenities at ULUM Moab
Red Rocks & Painted Canyons → 8 Days	Apr Jun – Aug	Grand Canyon Bryce Canyon Zion National Park Lake Powell	National parks, Native American culture, and awe-inspiring landscapes	Soar over Lake Powell on a flightseeing excursion Take a float trip on a pontoon raft on the Colorado River Saddle up for a trail ride with a cowboy in Bryce Canyon
Cowboy Country → 8 Days	Jun – Aug	Jackson Grand Teton National Park Mt. Rushmore National Memorial Yellowstone National Park Crazy Horse Memorial	Classic Western charm, cowboy culture, and life on the range	Experience the excitement of the Cody Nite Rodeo show Go horseback riding and enjoy a wagon ride on a real ranch Float down the Snake River through Grand Teton National Park
Wonders of the Canadian Rockies → 7 Days	Jun – Aug	Banff National Park Jasper National Park Lake Louise	Majestic mountains, outdoor exploration, and stunning natural beauty	Enjoy biking, hiking, boating and more during three nights at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Explore the waterfalls, fossils, plants, and towering walls inside Jasper National Park Travel along Athabasca Glacier aboard an Ice Explorer
Alaska: Call of the Wild → 8 Days	Jun – Aug	Girdwood Kenai Peninsula Seward	Glaciers, majestic landscapes, and rugged outdoor adventure	Head into the wilderness on a jet boat ride Meet an Iditarod champion and his sled dogs Go flightseeing over Denali National Park

Tour	Departs	Key Stops	Perfect for families who love…	Unforgettable Moments
NEW! The Legends of Scotland → 8 Days	Jun – Aug	Edinburgh Inverness St. Andrews	Celtic legends, , mythical landscapes, and highland traditions	Take part in a lively bagpipe workshop to uncover the instrument’s secrets Meet Scotland’s famous Highland cattle on a “Hairy Coo Safari” Enjoy a thrilling “Blown Away” land-yachting experience on the beach
NEW! Greek Odyssey: Family Edition → 8 Days	Mar Jun – Jul	Athens Costa Navarino	Ancient myths, island adventures, and hands-on history	Explore the Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens Go on a scavenger hunt in the historic Plaka district where ancient Greeks shopped Enjoy a guided visit to Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games
Italia Bella: Rome to Venice → 8 Days	Mar – Apr Jun – Aug Dec	Rome Florence Pisa Venice	Classic landmarks, hands-on culinary experiences, and the heart of Italy	Learn to make gelato at a cooking school in Rome Stay on a private island in Venice and enjoy a pirate ship dinner cruise Visit the Galleria dell’Accademia to see famous works of art
The Sweet Life: Rome & Sorrento → 7 Days	Mar – Apr Jun – Aug Dec	Rome Pompeii Positano Sorrento	Italian coastal charm, art, and history	Take a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel See how mozzarella, olive oil, and wine are made – and learn to make pizza Learn to fight like a warrior at gladiator school
Castles & Kings: London to Paris → 7 Days	Apr Jun – Aug	British Museum Tower of London Versailles	Royal history, iconic landmarks, and magical storytelling	Explore London by speedboat on the Thames River See the Eiffel Tower on a guided visit Go on a scavenger hunt in Musée du Louvre
Alpine Adventure → 8 Days	Jun – Aug	Lucerne Innsbruck St. Moritz Munich	Mountain scenery, outdoor thrills, and charming villages	Ride a cable car up Mt. Titlis for a zip line experience Enjoy a private after-hours evening at a Neolithic Age archaeological site Discover how to make cheese at a private visit to an Alpine cheesery
Ireland Forever → 8 Days	Jun – Aug	Dublin Kinsale Cliffs of Moher Cobh Killarney	Castles, Irish traditions, and scenic landscapes	Visit the fascinating Little Museum of Dublin for a treasure hunt Watch sheep dogs herd their flock at a local farm in Killarney Try your hand at falconry and see several varieties of birds of prey