2008 Destinations

In 2008, Adventures by Disney is offering eighteen incredible itineraries on five continents for groups limited to 40 travelers. Come explore the wonders of the world and create family memories full of adventure.

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• Enchanted China
• Australia: Discovery Down Under

North America

• Hollywood and Disneyland® Resort
• Southern California
• American Southwest: Southwest Splendors
• Mid-Atlantic: Spirit of America
• Wyoming: Quest for the West

Latin America

• Costa Rica: Path to Pura Vida

British Isles & Europe

• Austria and Czech Republic: Imperial Cities
• London & Paris: Cities of Knights & Lights
• Ireland: The Emerald Isle

Southern Europe

• Spain: Sol de Espana
• Italy: Viva Italia
• Tuscany: Taste of Tuscany
• Southern Italy: Roma & La Costa Bella

Enchanted China

From its colorful traditions to its dazzling skyscrapers, China is sure to amaze your family. Travel to spectacular scenery right out of a classic Chinese painting! Explore charming historic city streets as well as the modern thrills of the Hong Kong Disneyland® Resort. Explore a land where ancient markets share city streets with glass skyscrapers, and traditional arts still delight modern audiences. Imagine walking upon the extraordinary Great Wall, visiting the Imperial Palace in the Forbidden City or taking a boat cruise past the breathtaking scenery of Guilin. Combine this with the excitement of today's China, capped off by a VIP trip to Hong Kong Disneyland. Experience a China family vacation like no other!

First departure:  May 17, 2008
Final departure:  Sep 17, 2008

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Discover the dazzling oceans, magnificent landscapes and friendly cities of the Land Down Under. Ride camels among mysterious desert formations and swim in the largest underwater preserve in the world. This Australian adventure is an unforgettable family vacation! Discover the land down under, an extraordinary country with sights that can't be found anywhere else on earth. Visit tropical rainforests and arid deserts, lively cities and otherworldly landscapes, and encounter plants and animals that are unique to Australia's ecosystem. From the timeless culture of the Aborigines to the thrills of a crocodile farm, you and your family are sure to experience the adventure of a lifetime.

First departure:  Jun 1, 2008
Final departure:  Apr 4, 2009

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Hollywood and Disneyland® Resort

Raise the curtain and take a peek behind the magic of Hollywood and Disney. Feel like a VIP on back stage tours of Walt Disney Studios, Imagineers' workshops, The Jim Henson Studio and much more! Then experience the magic itself with three special days at Disneyland® Resort, both in front of and behind the scenes. Visit the sites where Walt Disney began his dream and meet the people who continue to bring his dreams to life. Along the way, discover the famous landmarks and legends of Hollywood. Top it off with three thrilling days at the Disneyland® Resort.

First departure:  April 8, 2008
Final departure:  Mar 10, 2009

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In many ways, California holds the drams of American within it's borders. Dreams that are captured in magnificent cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles. Dreams that come to vivid life through the star-studded sidewalks of Hollywood. And dreams that come true each and every day at Disneyland® Resort

First departure:  Jun 8, 2008
Final departure:  Aug 30, 2008

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Mid-Atlantic

Salute the cities that gave birth to American democracy on a heritage tour that celebrates the achievements of our forefathers and the history of the United States. See firsthand where the constitution was penned, marvel at remarkable artifacts like the Liberty Bell and bicycle through the National Mall. When you explore the landmarks from history books and national legend, you’ll live the greatest American stories ever told!

First departure:  June 22
Final departure:  August 28

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American Southwest

Journey through enchanted canyons and painted deserts to uncover the untamed spirit of the American Southwest. Hike along rims of colorful canyons, travel across sweeping plains and sail along rushing rivers on this outdoor adventure of a lifetime. Explore untouched nature by jeep, raft and even along the side of a real Navajo guide. You won’t believe how much wilderness there is out there to tame!

First departure:  May 19
Final departure:  September 29

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Wyoming — Quest for the West
Places Visited
Jackson, Jenny Lake, Grand Teton National Park, West Thumb, Old Faithful, Jackson Hole
7 days/6 nights

This IS where the West was won, where nature calls it a day by painting a mural in the sky no camera can ever quite capture. Round up your family for an Adventures by Disney journey to the land where the buffalo roam. Experience the mountain vistas and exceptional wildlife in the company of an expert naturalist who knows the lay of the land, and everything that scampers, gallops, or thunders across it. Experience the drama of the Grand Tetons, with peaks that soar into the bright alpine air. Visit the valley of Jackson Hole and the striking western town of Jackson. And of course, Yellowstone, America’s first and most famous National Park, and home to Old Faithful, will definitely pop up on this wild west itinerary. As for a true western experience, it doesn’t get any more authentic than on a working dude ranch where you’ll have the chance to “hop in the saddle” as they say. Yes, Disney has tamed the west to bring your family a once-in-a-lifetime best-of-the-west experience.

First departure:  June 9
Final departure:  September 7

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Costa Rica — Path to Pura Vida
Places Visited

Travel to the world’s ultimate eco-adventure destination — the lush playground of Costa Rica! Soar above the rainforest, swim in crystal waters and feed butterflies from the palm of your hand. When you zip line across tropical treetops, see the lightshow of an active volcano and brave river rapids in the heart of untouched rainforests, you’ll know that you’re living the adventure of a lifetime.

First departure:  March 31
Final departure:  November 17

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Austria & Czech Republic — Imperial Cities
Places Visited
Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Salzburg, Durnstein, Vienna
8 Days/7 Nights

Waltz through the real-life royal courts and enchanting castles that have inspired fairytales, legends and lore. Stroll through stately Imperial palaces that gleam with riches, explore vibrant villages that dot the verdant countryside and peek behind-the-scenes of a magical marionette show. Share a storybook tale filled with royal families, classical music and cultural treasures on a family vacation fit for a king!

First departure:  May 14
Final departure:  September 30

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London & Paris

This is the tale of two cities. When one thinks of London and Paris, art, history, fashion and fun come to mind. On this Adventures by Disney vacation, you’ll catch the buzz of Europe’s contemporary culture, juxtaposed against a backdrop of history that is humbling. The London portion of this journey promises castles, double-decker bus rides and coveted seats for the Disney/Macintosh theatrical production of “Mary Poppins” on London’s West End. After a swift ride through the “Chunnel” to France, your family will arrive in Paris, the City of Lights. Did you ever imagine you’d dine in the Eiffel Tower? Well, you will. In a restaurant with the view of all views. On the outskirts of Paris, at the Château de Versailles, your family will explore the château’s gardens on the bike ride of a lifetime, down tree-lined paths dotted with marble figures and fountains. Indeed, this Adventures by Disney vacation is more than a trip to Europe; it’s a chapter in your family’s history.

First departure:  May 4
Final departure:  December 28

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Ireland — The Emerald Isle
Places Visited
Dublin, Cashel, Kenmare, Killarney, Dingle Peninsula, Shannon, Cliffs of Moher

Mirth and magic live around every corner on the Emerald Isle, along sweeping coastal cliffs, within verdant national parks and among the ruins of ancient castles. Discover the real treasures of Ireland, from sophisticated cities to faraway palaces, from infinite vistas to cozy taverns. Live the enchanted tales of this magical island and create some family legends of your own.

First departure:  June 17
Final departure:  September 16

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Spain — Sol de Espana
Places Visited
Madrid, Segovia, Montserrat, Barcelona

Travel to two incredible cities that stitch together the old and the new, creating magical landscapes full of history and wonder. Explore the celebrated Royal Palace, Royal Tapestry factory and the mysterious quarters of old Madrid. Then, journey to bewitching Barcelona, where legends live within the artistry of entrancing Gothic architecture. Visit the interactive Spanish Village and bond with your family in the Spanish countryside. Taste the good life!

First departure:  April 30
Final departure:  October 5

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Italy — Viva Italia

Travel through time as you explore the glorious culture of Italy from ancient Rome, to Medieval villages and onto the Venetian Renaissance. Get the family together and take a ride on a gondola down the Venice canals, learn about mythic warriors in Rome and take a Tuscan pasta making class. It’s an adventure for the ages.

First departure:  April 12
Final departure:  October 28

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Tuscany — Taste of Tuscany
Places Visited
Rome, Orvieto, Siena/San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, Florence

Explore the glorious culture of Italy's ancient Rome through the eyes of a gladiator and then journey through the lush Tuscan countryside. Get the family together and toss a coin into the Trevi fountain, explore the charming Medieval hilltop village of San Gimignano, take an authentic cooking class and spend an evening under the Tuscan stars. It’s truly an adventure for the ages!

First departure:  May 23
Final departure:  September 26

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Southern Italy — Roma & La Costa Bella
Places Visited
Rome, Pompeii, Positano, Amalfi, Capri, Sorrento

Discover “la dolce vita” on an incredible adventure that takes your family from the ruins of ancient Rome to the dazzling coastline of the Mediterranean. In the heart of the eternal city, walk through time and visit the Coliseum, Pantheon and Forum. Then embark on a delightful journey to the Amalfi coast and uncover hidden sapphire grottos, idyllic beaches and a bygone city literally frozen in time. Visit picturesque paradises including the village of Positano and the enchanting isle of Capri!

First departure:  June 9
Final departure:  September 29

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