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Customizable, immersive tours and experiences that support local communities

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With an elevated focus on purpose-driven travel, Kensington Tours* offers carefully curated itineraries designed to promote positive cultural exchange and support local economies. Explore travel experiences and transformational adventures where Card Members can interact with local communities in 5 destinations. Bookable exclusively through American Express Travel^® and available to U.S. Platinum and Business Platinum Card^® Members.

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A herd of dusty-brown African elephants drinks and splashes in a river between grassland and trees.

Kenya

Wildlife Safari & Kensington Cares

Travel to Africa and learn from local communities about land conservation. Visit a local school and medical clinic. Embark on a Big 5 safari.

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A woman in a conical nón dang hat and brightly patterned clothes paddles a boat down a river, looking back at the camera.

Vietnam

Preserving Traditions

Travel to beautiful Vietnam and meet local personalities who are finding meaningful ways to preserve their communities, culture and country, all with the help of a private guide.

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On a sunny day, sailboats are docked next to a row of brightly painted buildings with umbrella-shaded seating out front.

Denmark

Community & Sustainable Urban Design

Experience an introduction to Denmark featuring Copenhagen, Aarhus and Dragsholm Castle. Tour the island of Samsø. Explore Denmark, a country committed to sustainability and seen as a leader in environmental policy.

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View over beach shrubs towards the curving shoreline at Camps Bay. Houses dot the hillside sloping up from the water to mountains.

South Africa

Cape, Community & Conservation

Learn about South African communities, land conservation and wildlife through immersive, expertly guided tours from locals.

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The historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu curves along the top of a grassy mountain, with more peaks rising into pink clouds beyond.

Peru

Heritage, Community & Impact

Immerse yourself in Incan traditions, meet local Indigenous communities and explore the majesty of the Peruvian Andes. Experience a curated selection of immersive excursions that put you right in the heart of Peruvian culture and ancient landscapes, accompanied by a knowledgeable private guide and driver.

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5 Itineraries

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A tanned man wearing a fishing cat and linen shirt looks into the distance while standing under a green canopy.

LOCAL GUIDES

Travel with purpose and cultivate deeper understanding of your destination with local private guides by your side. Become immersed in local traditions and customs as your guide reveals hidden gems.

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24/7 SUPPORT

Travel with peace of mind and 24/7 support from Kensington Tours throughout your journey, should you ever need it.

A wooden table and chairs are arrayed outdoors with breakfast, including cut fruit, eggs benedict, and glasses of orange juice.

2X POINTS

With Platinum Destinations® Vacations, earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on these unique itineraries booked through American Express Travel®.*

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Kensington Tours

Kensington Tours is an independent travel supplier that creates customized travel tours through its team of destination experts. The travel itineraries and all information related thereto are provided solely by Kensington Tours and their partners. American Express and its affiliates are not responsible or liable for any portion of the itineraries or tours or for any acts or omissions by Kensington Tours or any other third party acting on Kensington Tours’ behalf. For more information regarding Kensington Tours booking policies and travel protection, please visit https://www.kensingtontours.com/booking-terms and https://www.kensingtontours.com/faqs.

Platinum Destinations® Vacations

Platinum Destinations® Vacations (“PDV”) benefits are valid only for new bookings made with participating suppliers through American Express Travel. Participating suppliers and PDV benefits are subject to change. Benefits cannot be combined with other offers unless indicated. Benefits are valid only for eligible U.S. Consumer and Business Platinum and Centurion® Card Members (Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Card Members are not eligible). PDV bookings must be made using the eligible Card and eligible Card Member must be traveling on the itinerary booked. PDV-eligible Card Members that are Membership Rewards program-enrolled will receive one (1) extra Membership Reward® point per eligible dollar spent on PDV bookings; separate airfare and other charges associated with PDV bookings are not eligible. Extra points will be credited to the Card Member’s Membership Rewards account within 8-12 weeks after completion of the PDV travel. For more information visit membershiprewards.com/terms.

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