March 21 - April 3, 2010

Visit the historic lands where camel caravans crisscrossed for millennia, making a brisk trade in silk, ivory, gems, and precious metals. Travel with renowned National Geographic photographer Bob Krist and other experts to Mali, Egypt, Jordan, India, Nepal, and Bhutan, to discover the time-honored traditions of nomads, monks, maharajas, and kings, and to delight in the spectacular sweep of many natural wonders.

This is a uniquely flexible itinerary that allows you to easily tailor the trip to your own interests—whether you want to spend the night in a luxury eco-lodge in the Sahara Desert, hike to the sacred Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Bhutan, or visit a local school, we will ensure that your experience is memorable and customized for you.

By joining the Desert Crossroads & The Himalaya by Private Jet expedition, you will automatically support efforts to enhance the conditions of the places and peoples we visit—there is no further commitment necessary on your part. Our expedition will provide supplies to medical clinics and schools, as well as contribute funds for essential projects that many people depend on.

Extend your stay in Asia with a post-tour in Northern Thailand. Transfer to Chiang Rai and cruise by riverboat through bamboo forests to our luxury camp. Go elephant trekking through teak jungles and visit some of the hilltribes of this beautiful, rarely-visited region.

If you are interested in this trip, please contact Debra Crary at (888) 822-5861 or via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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