This week travel well with Tauck - the ultimate in escorted travel! For 88 years this world leading, family run operator has provided premium guided travel experiences. The company has been named the “#1 Tour Operator & Safari Outfitter” three times by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine, and it enjoys the travel industry's highest return-guest rate. And for the second time in three years, Tauck has been named the “World’s Best River Cruise Line” by the readers of Travel + Leisure.
“Tauck World Discovery” provides guided sightseeing adventures filled with in-depth cultural exploration in North and South America, Latin America, Cuba, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
“Tauck Small Ship Cruising” focuses on Yacht and Expeditionary Small Ship Cruising combining intimate cruising with shore excursions offering in depth cultural land exploration (all included in the price)!
“Tauck River Cruising” offers personalized signature river cruises along European waterways with uncommon access and exclusive cultural experiences ashore. There are new ships and new itineraries for 2014 - including the new "Blue Danube Family Riverboat Adventure". And in their inaugural year the ms Inspire and the ms Savour have the fewest passengers for their size of any comparable riverboat in Europe.
“Tauck Bridges” is for family adventures designed to spark a passion, inspire a sense of wonder or enrich understanding – experiences shared with loved ones that bring you closer together.
“Tauck Culturious” offers dynamic tours that are the best way to become actively immersed in the local culture and are designed for those seeking a small-group, active travel experience.
"Tauck Events" are one-of-a-kind travel experiences focused on cultural, historical, nature or sports-oriented themes. Tauck Events feature exclusive access to places and experiences you can't do on your own plus behind-the-scenes insights from respected experts.
New this year - Tauck has partnered with film maker Ken Burns to theme events based on his films, plus there is a chance to meet Ken Burns.
For knowledge-seeking world travelers, Tauck is the premium guided travel experience where EVERYTHING is taken care of - so you can connect with people and places every day of your vacation. Each and every day there are cultural and educational experiences that enrich and inspire.
Tauck provide a six star experience at a four star price! Over 100 different cost components are included; hotels in the best locations, in depth sightseeing, local cuisine, Tauck Tour Directors and expert local guides, most taxes and gratuities and more - with no hidden extras!
A Tauck tour includes all the little things that make a big difference to your touring experience. Tauck offer special small group departures of only 26 guests. Luggage handling is included every day of the trip. You enjoy a la carte dining on many evenings to provide a taste of authentic local cuisine.
On a Tauck cruise all shore excursions are included. New for 2014 – on all riverboat and small ship cruises unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship now include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drink. And all small ship cruises also include a daily cocktail hour aboard.
Tauck tours offer unique insider sightseeing and exclusive Tauck experiences. Imagine the thrill of these very special vacation highlights:
- After hours guided visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel without crowds
- A privately guided tour of the opulent Baroque libraries of Strahov Monastery in Prague
- Special evening at a farm near Sorrento where you will see how cheese is made, and you can try your hand at pizza making!
- Explore the Isle of Capri by convertible car!
- A cruise along the Amalfi Coast
- A private Moreska dance presentation of a Moroccan folk story, performed only on the Island of Korcula off the Adriatic Coast of Croatia – the birthplace of explorer Marco Polo
- A private Tauck dinner at a Normandy château with musical entertainment
- Special evening at the Palace in Prague Castle, featuring a private tour of the palace’s “Princely Collections” exhibit with a reception and a gala dinner
- Private piano recital in Warsaw celebrating the music of the beloved Polish composer and patriot Frederic Chopin
Tauck European River Cruise Trip Showcase
Choose a Tauck River Cruise on one of the great European waterways – the Rhine, Danube, Seine or `Rhône rivers. Tauck take care of every detail so you connect ashore with people, places, and cultural traditions – shore excursions are well-choreographed with exclusive cultural experiences, many of them private for Tauck guests only.
Tauck has two new vessels this year - and Tauck has new itineraries this year on the Danube and the Rhine and there are two new Seine cruises this year.
- Dining ashore is included, providing a genuine taste of regional cuisine
- Three Tauck Directors and one Tauck Cruise Director are on board every Tauck river cruise - all shore excursions are included, led by Tauck Directors and local guides
- A Tauck river cruise has an intimate, club-like atmosphere. There are four Jewel Class ships with all cabins facing outside and French balconies with sliding glass doors. The two new Inspiration Class vessels have a 8 "loft cabins" that extend from the first to the second decks with more natural light and views.
- Virtually every river cruise expense is included in one up-front price on Tauck river cruises.
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