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Active Adventure Vacations & Tours

From trekking through high-altitude mountain passes to wandering through ice caves, kayaking down whitewater rapids to zip-lining across jungle canopies, an active adventure allows you to experience local scenery and culture as you explore. Find inspiration for your active vacation with Zicasso’s sample itineraries, and fill out a Trip Request to speak with a destination specialist to learn more about the endless possibilities.

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Sansone Beach on Elba Island, Italy

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,600

Explore Tuscany Tour: Ancient Towns, Coastlines, Snorkeling & Trekking

Elba, Portoferraio, Volterra, Marciana Marina, Marciana +7 more
Hiking Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Argentina

15 Day Trip IdeaFrom $8,100

Hiking Patagonia: Two-Week Active Adventure

Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine National Park, El Chaltén
Hiking Cape Roca on the coast in Sintra, Portugal

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,000

Adventurous Portugal Coastal Hiking Tour

Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Vila Nova de Milafontes, Cabo Sardao +3 more
Scuba diving the Aegean Sea in Greece

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $8,500

10-Day Unforgettable Diving Exploration of Greece

Athens, Mykonos, Delos, Rhenia, Santorini +5 more
The Rock of Gibraltar in Spain

11 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,800

Spain's Majestic Landscapes Trekking Tour

Málaga, El Chorro, Antequera, El Torcal de Antequera, Pampaneira +7 more
Volcano in Cotopaxi, Ecuador

7 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,600

Spellbinding Volcano Tour of Ecuador

Quito, Andes Mountains, Cotopaxi, Baños, Riobamba +2 more

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Elephants at Makalali Private Game Reserve in South Africa

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $6,900

Big Five Horse Riding Safari & Game Drives in Kruger

Kruger, Makhutswe River, Makalali Private Game Reserve, Balule Game Reserve
Touring bicycle parked at Plaza de España in Seville, Spain

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $4,700

Spain Bike Tour: Cycling Tour of Los Pueblos Blancos

Seville, Cordoba, Granada, Baena, Carmona
Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego, Patagonia

17 Day Trip IdeaFrom $8,600

17-Day Off Road Adventure: Hike, Kayak and Discover Patagonia

Buenos Aires, El Chalten, El Calafate, Ushuaia
Hang gliding in Motovun, Croatia

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $8,700

10-Day Croatia Adventure: Kayaking, Hiking, Gliding and More

Rovinj, Buje, Groznjan, Parenzana, Livade +8 more
Golfing in Marabella, Spain

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $7,200

8-Day Golf Tour of Spain

Barcelona, Girona
Diving with sharks in Australia.

15 Day Trip IdeaFrom $7,400

Eclectic Australia Experience: Shark Diving to Cultural Immersion

Melbourne, Port Lincoln, Adelaide, Port Douglas, Sydney

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New Zealand Travel Review: Franz Josef, Fox Glacier, Milford Sound, Helicopter Ride, Quad Biking, 2 Weeks

We appreciate all that Zicasso’s travel company did to make our trip to New Zealand such a fantastic experience. Everything was planned out perfectly and we enjoyed every minute of it. The accommodations in each town were wonderful and the excursions, tours, and tastings were all delightful. Having our own drivers also allowed us to really enjoy the scenery and to not have to worry about getting from point A to point B across the South and North islands. The travel company was there for us from the very beginning as we started planning the trip, until we returned home, and was very responsive and helpful every time we reached out to them.

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Greece Multigenerational Trip Review: 10 Days

Zicasso’s travel agent created an itinerary that was perfect for Bob, me, and our three grandsons. We hit traditional high points in Greece, but also lots of gems off the beaten trail. All the guides were so enjoyable and really helped make the experience so memorable for our grandsons. We stayed at very exceptional places and there was no worry about transportation or any safety issues!

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Greece Travel Review: Athens, Santorini, Naxos, Parthenon, Caldera Hike, E-Bike Tour, 10 Days

From the moment we walked off the plane, everything was planned seamlessly! Drivers, hotels, tours, and transfers! Zicasso’s travel agent did an amazing job listening to the types of activities we like to do and was able to put together an itinerary that was amazing! The people we met, the sites we were able to see, and the food were fantastic. She also checked in with us to make sure everything was going well. If we needed her, she was easy to reach out to. She planned the perfect balance of guided activities along with some self-exploration! We cannot thank her enough for planning this vacation!

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Italy Tour Review: 12 Days

It was the trip of a lifetime! Zicasso’s travel agent was absolutely incredible and took care of every detail. He went above and beyond in many ways, and didn't think twice about it. In the middle of the trip, we asked to switch our final destination. He didn't hesitate and had everything taken care of within two hours. I will definitely refer this travel company to anyone planning a trip to Italy.

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Italy Tour Review: Sorrento, Venice, Colosseum, Blue Grotto, Gondola Ride, 2 Weeks

Zicasso’s travel agent developed our itinerary to our specifications. She reached out right away and called if a follow-up was needed or to clarify something. Our trip went off without any problems. The itinerary was very clear, as was the timeline, trip summary, and tickets. If I had a question, she always responded.

We had one slight issue, which was quickly resolved and worked itself out. I communicated often with her throughout the trip and I always received a pleasant response. Our trip was designed to our needs. Our accommodations were wonderful! I would definitely recommend this travel company!

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France, Italy, China, Japan Trip Review: Paris, Rome, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Glass Blowing, Cultural Experiences, 16 Days

Zicasso’s travel company did such a great job putting the trip together. I was charged for an extra night at our hotel in Paris, but they are refunding that and the Cairo portion of the trip we had to cancel.

Our Paris tour guide was great and I’d recommend her to anyone. Our Rome tour guides were very good. Hong Kong was fine. Our Tokyo guide was wonderful.

Really, the only hiccup on the trip was our hotel in Hong Kong. The company that picked us up dropped us at one hotel, not the correct one. Thankfully, a couple of their bellhops walked us and all our luggage several blocks to the correct hotel. Our tour guide the next day also went to the wrong hotel, but we only lost about 45 minutes before we figured out the issue. If you use that hotel again, please make sure folks know which hotel is which.

The "Fast and Furious" car experience was OK; however, my grandson was so tired he slept through most of it. The chopstick-making was fun, as was the glass-blowing experience.

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