From the Sydney Opera House to the top of the Eiffel Tower to the depths of the Grand Canyon, families can experience the world with Adventures by Disney. With 18 diverse experiences, families have the opportunity to explore a variety of unique family travel destinations, including eight new itineraries for 2008.
ASIA
China -- Enchanted China
Beijing, Chengdu, Guilin, Shanghai, Hong Kong
Families will master the art of Chinese culture and explore amazing wonders -- from hiking the Great Wall of China to spending an afternoon cruising down the Lijiang River to visiting the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base.
Adventure Highlights
- Private, guided tour of Tiananmen Square and The Forbidden City
- Exclusive performance of classic Beijing Opera
- Lessons in Chinese calligraphy, kite-making, fan-dancing, Tai Chi and stick-fighting
- Hike up the Great Wall for an ice cream celebration in the Schoolhouse at Mutianyu
- Private cruise on the Lijiang River
- "Pedicab" scavenger hunt and tour of Beijing's ancient alleyways
- Musical presentation at Shanghai Children's Palace
- VIP Tour of Hong Kong Disneyland
AUSTRALIA
Australia -- Discovery Down Under
N. Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock, Sydney
Travel "down under" and discover a world where you and your family can take a camel ride in the outback, explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and bask in the architectural beauty of the Sydney Opera House at sunset.
Adventure Highlights
- Boomerang-throwing and didgeridoo-playing by the Tjapukai (Aboriginal people)
- Hike through Mossman Gorge, the world's oldest rainforest
- Tour Ayers Rock with a local guide
- Bike tour of Circular Quay and high-speed jet-boat ride in Sydney
- Meet Aussie cowboys at Tobruk Sheep Station
- Explore the Lowe Isles in the Great Barrier Reef
- Beach walk with a marine biologist
- Exclusive breakfast at Taronga Zoo with a zoo keeper
NORTH AMERICA
Southern California -- Backstage Magic
Los Angeles, Disneyland
The glamorous world of old Hollywood contrasts with the newest filmmaking technologies in this movie fan's dream tour of Southern California. Get exclusive access to some of the most famous Tinseltown destinations and custom VIP tours that uncover the magic of Disneyland Resort.
Adventure Highlights
- Behind-the-scenes tours of the El Capitan Theatre, Jimmy Kimmel Live and Jim Henson Studios
- Walking tour of Hollywood landmarks
- Walt Disney Studios tour with lunch on the studio lot (who knows who you'll run into!)
- Visit Walt Disney's apartment where the light always stays on in his memory
- View fireworks from a special area
- Private, VIP tour of Disney's California Adventure and reserved seating for Disney's "Aladdin-A musical Spectacular"
- Customized VIP tour of Disneyland with many backstage adventures
- Journey into Walt Disney Imagineering
California -- Coasting the Golden State
San Francisco, Cambria, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles
Explore California from legendary Alcatraz Island to iconic Hollywood. Kayak down the Pacific Coast's Morro Bay and bike along the Golden Gate Bridge, ending your trip with the glamour of Tinseltown.
Adventure Highlights
- Welcome dinner at Fior d'Italia, America's oldest Italian restaurant
- Private, guided Chinatown walking tour
- Cable car tour of San Francisco
- See wildlife during a kayak tour
- Special cookout dinner on the sand dunes, overlooking beautiful Morro Bay
- Tour of Hearst Castle and a private picnic overlooking the Pacific Ocean
- Up-close-and-personal look at 5,000-pound sea mammals at Elephant Seal Beach
- Visit to Old Santa Barbara Mission
- Walking tour of Hollywood landmarks
- VIP tour of Disneyland Resort
NORTHERN EUROPE
France -- Flavors of France
Aix-en-Provence, Paris
Surround yourself with the French countryside amidst lavender fields and the ancient Pont du Gard. Then enjoy some private, guided experiences as you are immersed in the iconic beauty of Paris.
Adventure Highlights
- Explore colorful Aix-en-Provence with a local expert
- French candy "taste-test" for Junior Adventurers
- Lessons in the French game "pentanque"
- Catered lunch and wine tasting at Château Beaupré
- Bike ride along the picturesque Route des Crêtes
- Private, guided tour of the Pont du Gard
- Kayak run to the scenic Gard River and the Pont du Gard, plus a catered picnic lunch
- Farewell dinner on the Champs Elysées at the famed La Durée restaurant
Germany -- Once Upon a Fairy Tale
Heidelberg, Trendelberg, Rothenburg, Munich
Embark on a fairy-tale journey through the German countryside as you are immersed in the stories and tales of medieval times with exclusive visits to historic castles, themed dinners and unique activities. You never know when your favorite storybook character may just pop up to greet you.
Adventure Highlights
- Wine tasting at Zum Ritter
- Medieval castle tours with local guides
- Private archery lessons and traditional pretzel-making demonstrations
- Private picnic lunch at Alsfeld Museum
- Bike riding at Hofgut Stammen
- Traditional pretzel-making in Rothenburg
- Teddy bear-making activity at Stieff Bear Factory
- Visit Neuschwanstein Castle, Walt Disney's inspiration for Sleeping Beauty Castle
SOUTH AMERICA
Peru -- Sacred Valleys and Incan Cities
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco
From discovering the "lost city" of Machu Picchu to traveling through the intricacies of the Sacsayhuaman ruins, you and your family will be immersed in the beauty and culture of the Incan heritage.
Adventure Highlights
- Lessons in the Portuguese game Sapo, plus Pisco sour tastings for Junior Adventurers
- Llama and alpaca encounters at Awana Kancha Camelids Center
- Weaving demonstration in Chinchero
- Picnic lunch in Maras featuring a local dancing exhibition
- Private, guided exploration of the Maras Salt Pans
- Rafting in the Sacred Valley
- Guided visit to Machu Picchu
- Farewell lunch at the magnificent private residence in Colonial Lima, the oldest restored colonial mansion
SOUTHERN EUROPE
Spain -- Grande España
Madrid, Seville, Barcelona
Journey from Spain's lively capital to the exotic countryside and embark on cultural traditions while engaging in unique experiences that reveal the true spirit of Spain.
Adventure Highlights
- Craft workshop for Junior Adventurers
- Private, guided visit to the Segovia Alcázar
- Lunch at Segovia's ancient Mesón de Cándido
- An interactive visit to Segovia's fairy-tale castle
- VIP look at an authentic Spanish bullring
- Flamenco lessons from a national dancing champion
- Interactive Andalusian pottery experience
- Hands-on visit to Madrid's Royal Palace and the Armory
BRITISH ISLES & EUROPE
Austria & Czech Republic -- Imperial Cities
Vienna, Salzburg, Prague
Live like royalty during your grand tour of Eastern Europe's rich baroque cities in Austria and the Czech Republic. Private, guided tours and exclusive dinners are just a taste of the royal luxuries you and your family will experience during your visit to the Imperial Cities.
Adventure Highlights
- Private experience at the Vienna Zoo after closing with a welcome dinner in the Emperor's pavilion
- Junior Adventurers excursion through Schonbrunn Palace
- Private lunch on Danube Cruise
- Miniature train ride to an authentic Tyrolean farmhouse with farm animals
- Private marionette show and a behind-the-scenes peek at the theater
- Explore Vienna's Festschloss Hof complete with Hapsburg's country estate with carriage rides, a petting zoo and Schnapps tastings
- Private medieval dinner with a harlequin court jester, knight competition and more
- Private city tour of Prague featuring costumed historical and mythical characters
England, France -- Cities of Knights and Lights
London, Paris
Step into the stories of characters and kings as you and your family are immersed in two of the most magical cities in Europe. Enjoy VIP and private, guided experiences to some of the world's most famous landmarks.
Adventure Highlights
- Mystery and legends scavenger hunt through London
- VIP experience at the Disney theatrical production of "The Lion King"
- First-class train travel from London to Paris, at up to 186 mph
- Dine in the Eiffel Tower
- Special Junior Adventurers-only art detective game at the Louvre
- Lessons in the French game "pentanque"
- Capture your smiles with a French caricature artist
- Climb the 422 twisting stairs of Nôtre Dame for a gargoyle's view of Paris
- Bike trip through the royal gardens of Versailles
Ireland -- The Emerald Isle
Dublin, Killarney, Shannon
Your family will feel like they have reached a pot of gold as they discover the real treasures of Ireland. With excursions through legendary castles and authentic Irish dancing lessons, one can't help but embrace the luck of the Irish.
Adventure Highlights
- Guided tour through Dublin Castle and the Book of Kells at Trinity College
- Tour the Guinness Storehouse and enjoy lunch overlooking the city
- Junior Adventurer tours of Muckross House, a 19th Century Palace and Dublinia Historical Museum
- Visit an Irish farm for scone-making and sheep-herding
- Traditional cheese-tasting and private Irish dancing lessons
- Hands-on medieval feast with live entertainment in castle setting
- Two nights in an authentic castle
- Private river cruise on Kenmare Bay
LATIN AMERICA
Costa Rica -- Path to Pura Vida
San Jose, Arenal, Manuel Antonio, Quepos
Experience the lush beauty of the Costa Rican rainforest and enjoy the wonders of nature and wildlife as you walk, raft and zip line across this amazing land.
Adventure Highlights
- Craft-making demonstrations with artisans from a local tribe
- Zip line through the Costa Rican rainforests
- Private, guided spotting of exotic wildlife
- White-water rafting along the Sarapiqui River (Class 2-3 rapids)
- Private beachside barbecue lunch
- Relaxing evening in the Hidalgo Hot Springs
- Private, guided tour of Manuel Antonio and National Park with a naturalist guide
- Visit a working pineapple plantation
NORTH AMERICA
American Southwest -- Southwest Splendors
Sedona, Grand Canyon, Moab, Arches National Park
Venture into the depths of the Grand Canyon; get vertical in a jeep excursion through the red rocks of Sedona and white-water raft down the Colorado River as you and your family explore all the beauty and adventure the Southwest has to offer.
Adventure Highlights
- White-water rafting down the Colorado River (Class 1-2 rapids)
- "Cowboy & Cowgirl Cookout" dinner complete with singing tales of the West
- Interactive entertainment from Native American performers
- Thrilling, off-road jeep tour of Sedona's red rocks
- Three nights at a working ranch on the banks of the Colorado River featuring hiking, wine tasting and tennis
- Guided Grand Canyon tour by a naturalist
- Four-wheel tour through Monument Valley with Navajo guide
- Native craft-making demonstrations at Sedona's Heritage Museum
Mid Atlantic States -- Spirit of America
Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Williamsburg
Come home to the cities that celebrate American heritage and explore some of the United States' most iconic and educational landmarks as historical characters come to life and tell the story of the nation.
Adventure Highlights
- Private, guided trolley tour of Philadelphia, including Independence Hall and Liberty Bell
- Barbecue lunch along the banks of the Potomac
- Get your hands dirty with real colonial brick-making
- Junior Adventurer game -- find the missing Declaration of Independence
- Biking tour of Washington D.C., including the Capitol, Washington and Lincoln Monuments
- Private, guided tour of Williamsburg including Minuteman presentation
- Private lunch at ESPN Zone including arcade games
- Lunch at King's Arm in Williamsburg -- a historic tavern with costumed servers
Wyoming - Quest for West
Wyoming: Yellowstone, Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Parks
Escape the routine of modern life and explore some of the earth's most natural wonders in an adventure that will give your family a true western experience.
Adventure Highlights
- Junior Adventurers tour of Yellowstone: mud-pots, geysers and animal-spotting
- Trick-roping and lasso-tying lessons
- Scenic picnic at Lake Yellowstone
- Scavenger hunt around Old Faithful geyser
- Private, guided tour of West Thumb Geyser Basin and fun with laser thermometers
- Private picnic at String Lake
- Fly-fishing lessons on crystal-clear mountain lakes and spring-fed streams
- White-water rafting on the Snake River (Class 2-3 rapids)
SOUTHERN EUROPE
Italy -- Viva Italia
Rome, Tuscany, Venice
From exploring the masterpieces of Rome to pasta-making with an Italian chef to riding the grand canals of Venice, families will experience the real spirit of Italy from the moment they arrive.
Adventure Highlights
- Private gondola ride through the magnificent canals of Venice
- Venetian Carnivale mask-making lessons
- Gelato tasting for Junior Adventurers
- Pasta-making in Tuscany
- Private, guided visits to Sistine Chapel, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Coliseum and Forum
- Junior Adventurer search for Marco Polo
- Bocce-ball lessons at a Tuscan villa
- Private, guided tour of Coliseum for Junior Adventurers
Southern Italy -- Roma and La Costa Bella
Rome, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Capri
Discover the Amalfi Coast, walk the ancient ruins of Pompeii and visit the Roman icons such as the Spanish Steps, Coliseum and Trevi Fountain during your trip to the beautiful Italian coast.
Adventure Highlights
- Pizza-making class with a real Italian chef
- Private, guided tour of Coliseum for Junior Adventurers
- Rome walking tour: Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain
- Olive oil, wine and limoncello tastings, with gelato tasting for Junior Adventurers
- Guided tour of Pompeii with a local expert
- Private, guided visits inside the ruins of the Coliseum and the Forum
- Hands-on papermaking experience in an Amalfi paper factory
- Private boat tour from Positano to Amalfi
Tuscany -- Taste of Tuscany
Rome, Tuscany
Enjoy private, guided visits of Rome's most famous icons and experience the flavor and beauty of the Tuscan countryside complete with a Tuscan villa and wine tasting.
Adventure Highlights
- Exclusive visit to the Eagle Contrada Museum in Siena and backstage look at Siena's Palio Horse Race
- Private, guided visits to the Pantheon, Piazza Navona and the Spanish Steps
- Coin toss at the famed Trevi Fountain
- Four relaxing nights at Villa Belvedere featuring olive and wine tastings
- Tuscan cooking class
- Gelato tasting for Junior Adventurers
- Private, guided tour of Coliseum for Junior Adventurers
- Farewell Italian dinner with local Tuscan entertainment
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