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Eating braised oysters in the Parnaiba delta, spotting giant frogs in Lake Titicaca,
going on a bike or horse-back safari in South Africa, learning to sail in the Kornati Islands... a successful trip is, above all, a story connecting new adventures with emotions, experiences and encounters.
That's our commitment for our Terra Gaïa collection: unique itineraries where the meaningful experience is at the heart of the journey.
Whether alone, as a couple, with family or friends... sharing the experience, being in immersion, experiencing new adventures or a change of scenery will transform you ... so when you return, you won't be quite the same!
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Southern America’s equivalent of the US cowboy, the gaucho, is an important and iconic character of Argentinian culture. He embodies the free, independent man, away from social conventions. This itinerary takes you through their culture, traditions, rituals and culinary specialties for a complete experience. Your first destination is the heart of the authentic Argentinian Pampa, where the gauchos first appeared, before flying south to the Great Lakes area following the steps of Patagonian gauchos.
During this 12-day sensory and gourmet itinerary, you will live unexpected experiences from the Mendoza vineyards to the foot of the Iguazu Falls. Start with a picturesque tour of Buenos Aires, travel to Mendoza and sleep in a luxury barrel for a dyonisiac experience. Meet dedicated winemakers, cook and share a friendly moment with a local chef. The gaucho Daniel will take you riding at more than 3000 meters of altitude...
After a short stay in the capital, head north to the Misiones region. In the heart of the sub-tropical forest, you can admire the spectacular Iguazu Falls. Enjoy an authentic experience at Surucua Lodge where naturalist guide Adrián will share his passion for the local wildlife. Leave this little paradise for another and enjoy your stay in Posada Uguay, located in the Natural Reserve of Esteros del Ibera, whose wetlands teem with wildlife. This journey takes you through magnificent landscapes and ancestral traditions – a trip rich with transformative encounters and experiences.
Argentinian Wine Route, the Land of Malbec (Vino Mundo Collection)
Bolivia is a promise of surprises and highlights. It is to be lived with children, yours, ours, those of the village, those of our guides... it is shared.
Bolivia is, the Uyuni Salt Flat, Lake Titicaca, the altitude, the Andes... but it is also a bath of legends, multicoloured markets, wild animals and a varied and surprising geography.
We're hitting the road in search of the great outdoors, in search of encounters, discoveries and ourselves. From the Andes to the Amazon, from the glaciers to the luxuriant forests, we dare to expose ourselves to the unexpected.
Nicolas Bouvier said: "On the way, the best thing is to get lost. When you get lost, projects give way to surprises and it is then, but only then, that the journey begins. " We will get lost, we will melt in the Andean culture, between Incas, Aymaras, Quechuas, we will immerse ourselves in traditions still at the heart of everyday life.
Wines & Colors of Bolivia
Fique a vontade! - "Make yourself at home!"
Here you go for 21 days of immersion in the life of the cariocas, the inhabitants of Rio, and of the Caiçara, the fishing communities living in the Costa verde coast. You will discover their way of life by sharing with them simple moments of everyday life but rich in encounters and human kindness. The relaxed Brazilian way of life leaves room for the unexpected and your trip will do the same.
The highlights of the trip:
Explore the "cidade maravilha" Rio de Janeiro
Trek in the dunes of Lençois with a local
Go on a night safari to see red Ibis
The highlights of the trip: Green Coast festival of flavours
APPETIZER: The intense São Paulo - Culture & Architecture
FIRST DISH : La Serra, in Cunha - Handicrafts & Hiking
THE "MATA" DISH : The Atlantic Forest in Paraty - History & Food tasting
LE "MAR" DISH : The Sea - from Paraty to Ilha Grande - Sea & Relaxation
DESSERT : Rio de Janeiro's spicy delight - Cycling & Samba
The highlights of the trip: Sharing our Best Family Vacation Plan
Experience our very own favorite 2 weeks family holiday between Rio & Paraty
Enjoy total freedom in your Paraty one-based location, with 'a la carte' activities
Dive deep in local immersion with our local Carioca tips for all our favorite spots & experiences
Stay in our lovaly house in Paraty is your local host at your disposal for latest recommendations & updates and to ensure your best comfort during your stay.
Puma tracking in Torres del Paine Park
Exceptional sailing expedition for whale observation
King penguins observation in Tierra del Fuego
Private and shared tours with English Speaking Guide
If you are a nature enthusiast who wants to be blown away by spectacular scenery, this 15-day holiday was designed for you!
With friends, family or your partner, discover the capital Santiago, a modern and cultural city, the bohemian city of Valparaíso, and explore all that Easter island and the Atacama Desert has to offer.
Travel along the great Carretera Austral, home to the most spectacular scenery of southern Chile.
Explore mountains, glaciers, and some of Chile's best nature reserves. Hit the road and start exploring! Hiking in fantastic natural scenery, kayaking to the stunning Marble Chapels, drive on unique roads between lagoons, evergreen forests and great fauna...
There is no place like the Carretera Austral!...
Discover the collection Vino Mundo and Bacchanales Bacan: Chilean Wine & Pisco Trail
Extend your stay in Ecuador with 6 days on the enchanted Galapagos Islands. The preservation of this archipelago allows you to observe an exceptional fauna and flora unique in the world. Imagine yourself swimming (snorkeling) just a few centimeters above a giant turtle!
You will discover and stay at the Napo Wildlife Center in the heart of the Amazon forest. The Napo Wildlife Center is one of the most accomplished luxury lodges in terms of eco-tourism in the Amazon and will make you discover during 4 days the wonders of the Amazon rainforest.
Vibrate on a unique journey to meet the two hemispheres!
Detach images of Ecuador. From Quito to the enchanted islands of Galapagos, this 20-day stay takes you to some out-of-the-ordinary places.
The glory of cocoa in Ecuador began in the 16th century in San Lorenzo de Vinces, one of the oldest cities in the province of Los Ríos.
A rich city thanks to the Vinces River that allowed the commercialization and export of cocoa, then known as the "pepa de oro" (golden bean).
From the 18th and 19th centuries, cocoa began to be exported and Vinces lived its glory days. In 1879 Ecuador became the world's largest exporter with more than 4,500 tons exported: a period called "the Cocoa Boom".
If you are looking for adventure, nature and encounters? This Into the Bush tour is for you!
As a ranger, equipped with your compass, a knife, a hat and sometimes armed, you will learn the basics of the ranger's trade with new knowledge, driving a 4x4 and the secrets of the intimate life of the African bush in Botswana. What better way than to connect with nature and its biodiversity.....
You are a lover of safari in Africa and you think you have explored what it was to explore ? Let us surprise you with our programme where you are no longer only spectators but actors of this South African nature.
It all began in 1641, when the Dutch ship "The Flying Dutchman" mysteriously disappeared off the Cape of Good Hope. A few days later, a man, looking exhausted, somewhere between life and death, washed up at a bar in the harbor...
Tanzania is a land of natural splendour, wide open spaces dotted with wildlife, heavenly beaches, ancient towns with lots of character, archaeological sites and geological wonders.
Set off on an 11-day safari to discover an unspoilt wilderness, off the beaten track, in the most spectacular and contrasting corners of Kenya.
South African Wine Routes (collection Vino Mundo)
Self Drive tour from Zagreb to explore Istria from all its angles and the Plitvice Lakes.
For lovers of gastronomy and the Mediterranean art of living, this Itinerary combines a cultural and seaside dimension, in a region that has nothing to envy Dalmatia. Charming hotel, discovery of lakes and waterfalls, wine tasting, perched villages, idleness... Life is sweet in Istria.
Explore Croatia and the vineyards of Dalmatia exclusively.
From Split to Dubrovnik, discover Dalmatia and its region. This region, magnificent by its natural assets, has known how to exploit and enhance the qualities of its soil. Stroll through the vineyards on the mainland and on the island of Korcula where Plavac Mali is king. It is a meeting of the senses and civilizations....
Embark on an extraordinary journey through the biodiversity-rich landscapes of Slovenia and Croatia, where nature's wonders unfold in a tapestry of stunning vistas and diverse ecosystems. This expedition promises an unforgettable odyssey through some of Europe's most captivating landscapes, where the harmony of biodiversity reigns supreme....
🎲 Because the games of Cluedo, Knights of the Rail or Catan no longer hold any secrets for you.
🧙🏻♂️ Because you like originality and mystery.
🔥 Because your family loves surprises.
👧🏻 And because you yourselves are still big children....
Discover the specific creations of Terra Balka around wine and travel.
Sharing extraordinary, unique journeys with our customers: original itineraries, unusual experiences, unexpected encounters...
Our trips are different: they are lived as stories and experiences in which our customers play the leading role. Unique adventures with a change of scenery, to share as a family, a couple or with fellow travelers.
Journeys imbued with dreams (ours and yours), where sharing, emotions, discoveries and encounters make for an extraordinary experience.
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