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Picture Perfect: Top Active Photo Journeys
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July 12, 2018

Picture Perfect: Top Active Photo Journeys

A large glacier with jagged blue ice stretches across the foreground, while snow-covered mountains and a glowing orange sunset in the background create a stunning scene reminiscent of international bike tours.

 

Whether you are a seasoned photographer or a passionate iPhone hobbyist, a photo adventure is less about the photo you take and much more about the once-in-a lifetime experience you have as you capture hundreds of unique moments in the world’s most spectacular locations.

Our mission is to give you countless active opportunities to capture your passion in the world’s most iconic places. 

Our founder and director Lauren Hefferon, an avid photographer, is excited to share her latest creation, Travel Vision Journeys, a division of Ciclismo Classico now in its third year of operating award-winning photo journeys. The expertly crafted tours are a unique collection of picture perfect tours that combine walks, hikes and visual explorations of the world’s most special places. To those who want to take their photography to the next level there is expert and customized instruction by master photographer, Ossian Lindholm.

Enjoy our late fall 2018 and 2019 Travel Vision Active Photo Journeys lineup and please do not hesitate to email [email protected] or call her at 617-640-4837. Lauren loves to talk active travel!

 

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NEW! Atacama Magica

A Starry & Stunning Adventure in Chile’s Atacama Desert

Nov 27 to Dec 3, 2018

You will surely be mesmerized on this journey to experience the Treasures of the High Plateau, surrounding the area of San Pedro de Atacama Chile. Magnificent salt flats, lagoons, volcanoes, rock formations and boiling waters that emerge from the heart of the earth, and we will discover the mysterious rhythm of sunlight, and the appearance of the moon. An unforgettable experience, observing the worlds most precious landscape jewels through your camera. 

 

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Travel Vision Exclusive: The Peninsula Valdez

Whales, Penguins, and Seascapes

Oct 18-24, 2018

Attention whale and sea creature lovers: Join us on this exclusive Patagonia sea photo adventure. Península Valdés in Patagonia is a site of global significance for the conservation of marine mammals. It’s home to an important breeding population of the endangered southern right whale, as well as important breeding populations of southern elephant seals and southern sea lions. Exceptional value, breathtaking experience, and priceless memories!

 

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Colombia Enchanted

Celebrating Colombia’s astounding natural and cultural diversity,

Jan 13-21, 2019

We believe we have struck the perfect balance with this exhilarating itinerary: From the Latin rhythms of the salsa capital of the world to learning about Gabriel Garcia’s Magical Realism  in the fortified city of Cartagena. This trip is of epic proportions, complete with adventure, city life, seductive scenery, dance, surreal ecosystems, diverse wildlife, and incredible hospitality. Join us in a land where everyday life is very real but visitors can easily escape into a magical world as they explore the culture and natural richness the country has to offer.

 

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National Geographic Award Winner: Argentina Vision & Vine

Feb 6-14, 2019

This is where the Travel Vision story began. This 9-day landscape and nature photography travel workshop takes place in Ossian’s native Northwest Argentina and not only includes daily comprehensive instruction, but also a cultural and culinary immersion into one of the most picturesque places in the world. For lovers of landscapes, this magical region of Northwest Argentina will pull on heartstrings. Not only does this extraordinary corner of the Andes offer incredible cultural experiences, but it’s landscape diversity is as rich and stunning as you will ever experience.

 

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The Best of Patagonia

Feb 26-Mar 7, 2018

Patagonia is considered one of the world’s most coveted and awe-inspiring destinations. Each day of this very special tour, takes on an incredible life of its own. The experience is five-star in every way from the amazing landscapes, the multi-award winning and luxurious-sustainable EcoCamp Patagonia’s with its cozy eco-dome suites complete with wood stoves, star-sky lights, impeccable and super friendly guides, pisco sours, glacier boat rides, and daily close-up interactions with over 50 wildlife species as we hike through their world.

 

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The Best of Patagonia plus the Puma!

Feb 26-Mar 7, 2018

In addition to enjoying the landscapes of Patagonia this tour adds a special wildlife treat– two days of exhilarating wildlife treks through the vast Patagonia tundra with a local expert to learn about the life and behavior of all the wonderful creatures along the way: the rare Darwin fox, graceful guanacos playing and fighting, eagles, condors, and flamingos soaring. The grand prize will be close-up viewings of the Puma in a variety of settings: stalking a guanaco sipping water, climbing on rocks and relaxing in the grass before her afternoon nap. Patagonia is precious and this tour will fill fast!

 

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Panoramic Peru

The Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu 

May 3-13, 2019

This iconic destination is considered by Trip Advisor to be one of the “”Top Ten Places to Experience in the World.”” From the delicious cuisine to the magnificent landscapes and fascinating culture, our unique tour will capture the best that this region has to offer. And what’s more, we have our grand finale at Machu Picchu!

 

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Galapagos Magic

Aug 16-23, 2019

Experience Darwin’s Discoveries Up-Close

Experience nature as you never have before on a luxury photo expedition on our small ship, La Beluga. These pristine and exotic islands are a nature lover’s paradise and one of the most coveted photographic destinations in the world, a must on your photo tour bucket list! Each day we have excursions to the best places at the best times and with the islands’ most expert naturalist.

 

Here are some ways to save on our photo tours:

  1. Sign up by July 30 and save $300 per person
  2. Bring a group of 4 friends in addition to yourself and save $1000
  3. Bring a group of 8 friends in addition to yourself and save $3000

 

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