Astrakhan

Astrakhan could be the beginning or culmination of your exhilarating Volga tour of Russia! Situated at the Volga River's southern… More

Kazan

Discover Kazan, a Volga paradise and historical treasure trove. Founded in the early 15th century, Kazan was an important part… More

Kashgar

On the far side of the Taklamakan desert, Kashgar is another fabled city of the Silk Road in the extreme… More

Urumqi

Travel to Urumqi; One of the frontier cities in China on the Silk Road. On the other side of the… More

Turpan

This area of China has become a favorite destination of travelers thanks to its lush vineyards, sparkling springs, local archaeological… More

Ankara

Ankara, the capital city of Turkey has been divided by development into old and new sections. Ullus, the old section… More

Irkutsk

Siberia's harsh landscape gives way to inviting hospitality in Irkutsk, a cultural capital of Eastern Russia. Irtutsk has grown from… More

Xian

The cultural center of China surely rests in Xian. Known as Chang'an or "Eternal Peace" in ancient times, Xian is… More

Ephesus

Ephesus was once one of the largest cities in the Roman Empire, so prosperous that the streets were lit by… More

Ulaan Baatar

All visits to Mongolia start in the capital city of Ulaan Baatar. In the valley of the Tuul River surrounded… More

Nizhny Novgorod

Welcome to Nizhny Novgorod, one of Russia's largest cities and the Volga region's economic and political center. Grand Duke Yuri… More

Dilijan

Dilijan is the "Little Switzerland" of Armenia. A major summer resort since Soviet times, its refreshing climate is scented with… More

Yerevan

Travel to the fabled country of Armenia, where Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Mongol, Persian and Russian cultures are intertwined in… More

Saint Petersburg

As soon as you arrive in Russia's northern capital, you will understand why St. Petersburg has captured the hearts of… More

Istanbul

A city of wonder and legend, its two suspension bridges join Europe and Asia; the only city in the world… More

Quba

To see Quba is to see all the colors of nature; green alpine meadows, glistening white capped mountains and deep… More

Guilin

Guilin is familiar to anyone who admires traditional Chinese art; its sharp-sided mountains shrouded in mist and glittering lakes are… More

Antalya

Join us and experience the treasures of Turkey! Antalya offers palm-lined streets and a picturesque old quarter on the coast;… More

Beijing

The city of Beijing has long been the centre for art, culture and politics. It offers a fascinating introduction to… More

Cappadocia

Cappadocia is one of the "must see" destinations in Turkey. Set amongst the plains and mountains of Eastern Turkey is… More

Echmiadzin

Echmiadzin. Church spires rise here against the backdrop of the most fertile valley in Armenia and the crest of Mount… More

Pamukkale

In Pamukkale, tourism is its heritage. It is one of the top attractions of Turkey. Bubbling through this ancient Turkish… More

Nakhchivan

Travel to Nakhchivan for its monuments of medieval architecture; mausoleums, fortress and the unique Hundaferin bridges across the Araks river.… More

Sheki

In the northwest of Azerbaijan is the city of Sheki. It is set amongst green valleys and river gorges, surrounded… More