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Jordan holiday, a week in Jordan
A week to explore the spectacular sites and scenery of Jordan
From £1,379 to £1,699 9 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2017: 9 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 23 Dec
2018: 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 17 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 14 Jul, 4 Aug, 8 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 8 Dec, 22 Dec
2018: 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 17 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 14 Jul, 4 Aug, 8 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 8 Dec, 22 Dec
Late availability on the these dates: 14 Oct, 04 Nov, 18 Nov
Sri Lanka tour & beach holiday
Tropical island paradise with cultural tour
From £2,125 15 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements although we do not offer trips for under 10 days
Israel holidays, small group tour
Israel, a Hidden gem this 8 day tour hits all the main spots
From £1,349 to £1,429 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 15 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 17 Dec, 24 Dec, 31 Dec
2018: 7 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb
2018: 7 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb
Central American holiday, La Ruta Maya
Magnificent cities, pyramids and temples
From £3,139 to £3,469 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2017: 7 Oct, 27 Oct, 18 Nov
2018: 6 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 7 Apr, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 17 Nov
2018: 6 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 7 Apr, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 17 Nov
Late availability on the these dates: 07 Oct, 18 Nov
Small group tour of Egypt, Nubian adventure
Discover the secrets of Egypt with this 9 day tour
From £629 to £749 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec, 28 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct ...
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct ...
Peru holiday, encompassed
Coastal desert, snowy Andean peaks and lush forest
From £2,369 to £2,799 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2017: 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 6 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov
2018: 16 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 4 May, 18 May, 8 Jun, 18 Jun, 29 Jun, 20 Jul, 17 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov
2018: 16 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 4 May, 18 May, 8 Jun, 18 Jun, 29 Jun, 20 Jul, 17 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov
Late availability on the these dates: 10 Nov
Peru tailormade holiday
Lima, Colca, Titicaca & Machu Picchu in a customisable tour.
From £1,765 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Experience the best of Peru on this 14 day holiday! Book by 31st August for September and October departures. Itinerary can start any date and be customised to suit you with a choice of hotels, private or group tours, and unique cultural experiences.
Hiking the Inca trail holiday
An unrivalled combination of history and spectacular scenery
From £2,099 to £2,459 11 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2017: 30 Aug, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 29 Nov, 20 Dec, 27 Dec
2018: 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 25 May, 31 May, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 27 Jul, 1 Aug, 10 Aug, 15 Aug, 24 Aug, 30 Aug, 5 Sep, 14 Sep, 27 Sep, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 28 Nov, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
2018: 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 25 May, 31 May, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 27 Jul, 1 Aug, 10 Aug, 15 Aug, 24 Aug, 30 Aug, 5 Sep, 14 Sep, 27 Sep, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 28 Nov, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
Late availability on the these dates: 30 Aug, 08 Sep, 15 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 05 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct
Mexico & Cuba Tour
Fun, sun, history and culture in Mexico and Cuba.
From £3,184 to £4,585 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 19 Aug, 9 Sep, 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 2 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 19 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 8 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 19 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 8 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec
Mexico, Belize & Guatemala tour, Mayan encounter
Travel through paradise between the Yucatan & Guatemalan.
From £824 to £1,175 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 7 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 21 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 5 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 9 Jan, 13 Jan, 16 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 3 Jul, 7 Jul ...
2018: 6 Jan, 9 Jan, 13 Jan, 16 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 3 Jul, 7 Jul ...
Cambodia, Laos and Thailand, Mekong adventure
An original adventure exploring Thailand, Laos & Cambodia
From £1,850 to £2,950 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Guatemala & Mexico overland holiday
Discover Mayan ruins and pristine beaches of the Caribbean
From £824 to £1,295 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 24 Aug, 2 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 14 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 4 Nov, 9 Nov, 11 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 25 Nov, 30 Nov, 2 Dec, 14 Dec, 16 Dec, 21 Dec, 23 Dec, 26 Dec, 28 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 18 Jan, 20 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 10 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 24 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 10 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 24 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 7 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 21 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May ...
2018: 4 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 18 Jan, 20 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 10 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 24 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 10 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 24 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 7 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 21 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May ...
Mexico small group holiday, culture & beach
2 week discovery Mexico's Aztec, Zapotec & Mayan cultures .
From £756 to £1,120 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 10 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 24 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 7 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 21 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 5 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 19 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 22 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 19 Jun ...
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 22 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 19 Jun ...
Delhi to Kathmandu tour
An inspiring cultural tour
From £994 to £1,300 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs on selected Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout year
Budget Egypt tour
A whirlwind tour of the best Egypt has to offer
From £637 to £939 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 19 Aug, 2 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec
2018: 26 Jan, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 25 May, 8 Jun, 22 Jun, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 6 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 21 Dec
2018: 26 Jan, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 25 May, 8 Jun, 22 Jun, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 6 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 21 Dec
Peru holiday, Machu Picchu and the Amazon
Customisable tour of Inca Ruins and the Amazon Rainforest.
From £1,280 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Experience the best of Peru on this 8 day holiday! Book by 31st August for September and October departures. Itinerary can start any date and be customised to suit you with a choice of hotels, private or group tours, and unique cultural experiences.
Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi tours in Vietnam
Discover the spirit of Vietnam
From £663 to £890 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs every Wednesday & Sunday, some Thursdays & Fridays throughout the year
Jordan holiday, tailor made
All the highlights of Petra and Jordan
From £2,000 9 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor-made and departures can be arranged all year. The sample itinerary below can be modified to your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination.
Budget holiday in Egypt
Discover Egypt in 8 Days at affordable price.
From US $799 to US $899 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary. Minimum 2 people
Abu Simbel tour, Egypt
Discover the secrets of the ancient Egyptian and pharaohs
From £758 to £794 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
China and Japan holiday, Beijing to Tokyo
Incredible journey showcasing the best of two ancient cultures
From £3,199 to £3,459 18 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 16 Sep, 7 Oct
2018: 4 Mar, 18 Mar, 1 Apr, 4 Apr, 15 Apr, 18 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 9 May, 13 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 3 Oct, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 17 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 9 Dec
2018: 4 Mar, 18 Mar, 1 Apr, 4 Apr, 15 Apr, 18 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 9 May, 13 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 3 Oct, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 17 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 9 Dec
Peru tour, off the beaten track
An cultural small group tour to the Northern region of Peru.
From £2,695 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 14 Oct
2018: 13 Oct
2018: 13 Oct
Greece cycling holiday, archaeology tour
Discover Greek history and the Greek seaside beauty by bike!
From €698 to €728 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Highlights of Peru holiday
Join a cultural exploration of Peru
From £1,840 to £2,549 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Weekly Thursday & Saturday departures throughout the year.
Iraq Kurdistan holiday
Iraqi Kurdistan is a fascinating place of sheer beauty
From £2,999 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 10 Sep
2018: 15 Apr, 16 Sep
2018: 15 Apr, 16 Sep
The Silk Route, Beijing to Tashkent
Travel from China to Central Asia on this historic journey
From £4,290 27 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 2 Sep
2018: 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 5 May, 11 Aug, 1 Sep
2018: 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 5 May, 11 Aug, 1 Sep
Sudan holiday
Visit pyramids & meet desert nomads
From £2,199 to £2,899 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 13 Oct, 29 Dec
2018: 3 Mar
2018: 3 Mar
Japan culture tour, Shoguns & Samurai
Ultra-modern Tokyo to Imperial Kyoto
From £3,310 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 15 Oct, 4 Nov
2018: 24 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 7 May, 15 Jul, 14 Oct, 3 Nov
2018: 24 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 7 May, 15 Jul, 14 Oct, 3 Nov
Egypt tailor made holidays
An introductory tour for the zealous traveller
From £750 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor-made and departures can be arranged all year. The sample itinerary below can be modified to your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination.
Japan small group tour, in the shadow of mountains
Western Honshu's coasts - Japan Sea and Inland Sea
From £3,350 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 27 Sep
2018: 23 May, 26 Sep
2018: 23 May, 26 Sep
From
£1,379
including UK flights
Jerdash Roman ruins was quite intact and impressive. But the most memorable were Petra, the walk along the Siq, and seeing the Treasury, and the Monastery. They were fantastic. Hiking up to the cliffs of Petra and the views were outstanding. (more)Ferdinand Rullan
The most memorable moment was Petra (of course) and the camel ride at Wadi Rum (it is an optional but well worth it!). Our local tour leader was excellent (knowledge of history and kept us entertained during our bus journeys), the group blended well (the best so far), trips well organised and plenty of shopping opportunities. (more)Hely Collie
A night in the dessert at Wadi Rum was the most memorable. (more)Neil Thomas
From
£1,765
excluding flights
The most memorable was te hospitality of the hotel staff and guides. The Amazon jungle trips. And Heather's constant monitoring even over the Christmas week end…. (more)Natraj Balasubramanian
Peru is a wonderful destination with so much more to offer than just the iconic Machu Picchu - all thoroughly recommended. (more)Paul Mors
From
£2,125
including UK flights
It was all exciting really from the beautiful beachside hotels to the wildlife parks. At Palagama beach the food was amazing especially when I was shown their own vegetable garden and we picked fresh vegetables that were cooked as individual curries for my dinner that evening. I felt as if I had been away for at least a month - I had seen and done so much in that two weeks. (more)Susie Barrett
Excellent trip (more)Melanie Michel
There were many memorable moments - we loved the incredible bird life especially seeing them close-up in the bird sanctuary. (more)Gabi Tubbs
From
£4,290
excluding flights
From
£824
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Stunning temples still largely unexcavated hidden in jungles, incredible and spicy food, vibrant bustling cities full of colour, swimming in underground cenotes (sinkholes).
Tips?
May is unbearably hot in the jungle and east coast areas! Opt for cooler months if you are flexible. Mexico has so much more I feel I want to explore, 2 weeks offered just the tip of the iceberg.
Local benefits?
local guides always used who in turn used their local contacts /businesses
Overall... (more)Sunita Raj
From
£994
excluding flights
Each day was packed with memorable moments, but if I had to pick one day it would be when we went to a very small town to stay in a fort/castle overnight.
It was fantastic. I can't wait to go back one day. (more)Lindsey Lavaysse
Had a great trip... seing Rhino from the back of an elephant was one of the most memorable experiences. (more)jenny hickey
From
£1,840
excluding flights
It was a great experience and I was surprised by the diversity offered by Peru; the cities being very different from the smaller towns and the towns being vastly different from the solitude of the Inca trail and the Amazon. (more)Riaan Breedt
Absolutely amazing!!! I would definitely recommend and would do it again if I could! (more)Kristiina Puusaari-Sheahan
From
£750
excluding flights
The trip on a Dahabiya "Princess Donia" was the most memorable moment. Floating so gracefully down the Nile in the sanctuary of such a small boat with only 10 passengers and being so graciously cared for by the 9 staff. (more)Caroline Blundell
The most memorable part was sightseeing in Egypt - guided tours in Cairo. (more)Michael Salomon
It was ALL amazing without exception. Sunrise at Abu Simbel, donkey ride overlooking Valley of the Kings, gliding along the Nile in a felucca, King Tut collection in Cairo, camel riding at the pyramids, etc. etc. (more)Belinda Wade
From
£3,310
excluding flights
Experiencing such a different culture and all things Japanese was the best. Excellent. Fumiko was a very helpful, informative and patient guide. We saw amazing temples, landscape etc. (more)Janet Barwell
The whole thing was tremendous - felt we got a real insight into Japan today and in the past....One of the best holidays we have been on - very well planned to give a varied taste of the Japanese culture. (more)Anne Cooper
The most memorable part of the holiday was getting a bit of an insight into the people and culture of everyday Japan by travelling on local trains and buses and staying in local inns in rural areas rather than faceless hotels. (more)Nicola Lindsey
From
£637
excluding flights
I loved it. I'd never move to Egypt but I've taken tours similar to this before
and Michael was by far the best guide. He was friendly, put up with some of
our dumb ass questions with a smile on his face... (more)Ryan Rogers
Getting to see all the wonderful sights, ancient temples and treasures, sailing down the Nile and meeting local families in their homes. (more)Julie Forshaw
From
£2,199
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The visit to Meroe. Mind blowing! The pyramids in the daytime WOW, but even better at sundown. A very big shame that there were no G&T`s to go with the atmospheric feeling of history. When you stay in tent city, it`s fantastic with the night sky and no light pollution. Eating and sleeping, with the stars, all around you, then you have arrived in paradise.If you are lucky to go on this trip and have Kahlid as your guide, then you are in for a treat.If you think the desert... (more)Geoffrey Hermsen
From
£2,999
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The visit to the battlefield of 331BC Guagemela where Alexander the Great defeated Darius III was particularly good because of the excellent talk on the history and strategy employed. However the scenery in the mountains, the Kurdish people and the many historic and cultural site were all interesting and memorable.
Tips?
The more you have read about the area first the more I think you get from the trip. Be prepared to be flexible and enjoy it as it comes.
Local... (more)Jenny Maddick
From
£1,850
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Angkor in Cambodia, but the Vespa tour in Ho Chi Min.
Tips?
The train is hardly luxurious!
Local benefits?
Definitely supported local people
Overall rating?
(more)Elizabeth Mapstone
From
€698
excluding flights
The ancient ruins was the main highlight. (more)David Tallmon
An incredibly enjoyable holiday! Good food, friendly people and wonderful sights. (more)Anne Stevens
Cycling through quiet countryside and seeing rural life, miles of apple, orange and olive trees, sheep and goats grazing, beehives everywhere, wild flowers, birds, lots of opportunities for sitting and drawing or dreaming. (more)Fiona Eccles
From
£1,349
excluding flights
The most exciting for me was learning about the history of the Jewish people and seeing Jerusalem, the old city. I really enjoyed the holiday, it packed a lot in within the week. (more)Hazel Stean
I for one have never taken so many photos on a single overseas trip, let alone just a one week tour. (more)Jeff Lyes
Excellent. (more)Kevin O
From
£824
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Snorkelling in a coral reef amongst nurse sharks and other amazing sea life was an experience that we will never forget.
Tips?
In spite of being by far the oldest couple in the group, we had a thoroughly
amazing holiday with an excellent tour leader. Try to pack light.
Local benefits?
Yes, particularly the homestay which provides an alternate income for families
trapped in povery.
Overall rating?
Excellent. (more)Helen Hore
From
£3,184
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Brilliant cultural visits in Mexico
Tips?
They do things very differently in Cuba - sometimes quite frustrating.
Local benefits?
Overall rating?
Very enjoyable, Mexico better organisation than Cuba (more)Stephen Turner
From
£756
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The hubbub of Mexico City and all the sights and museums within (we could only sample a few, regretfully!); and the laid back charm of San Cristobal with its streets, processions and central plaza activities.
Tips?
- Be ready for temperature variations - from cold/nippy to warm/hot!
- For vegetarians, be ready for limited eating options;
- for those who haven't had Mescal in the past, don't be worried - it tastes great, as do the salted and fried crickets served... (more)CK Sharma
From
£2,369
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
So many memorable moments!! Penguins on the Ballestas Islands, seeing the the Milky Way and the sky completely full of stars when staying on Amantain Island in Lake Titicaca, Machu Picchu, the Nasca Lines from a small plane...the list could go on and on.
Tips?
Go with the flow. If you get held up in a traffic jam or behind a protest don't let it wind you up; its normal for Peru and getting upset won't make the bus go faster!! Drink lots of water as suggested by the... (more)Kay Emblen-Perry
From
£3,479
including UK flights
The highlight was the rainforest at the end of the trip-we booked 3 extra days. Excellent. (more)David Knass
Amazing!!! All in one. I had fantastic time and really enjoyed the time, unforgettable experience in mountains. It was fantastic (more)Julia Glizevskaja
This was a fantastic experience, we thoroughly enjoyed it. The country is full of contrasts and the people are fantastic. If you are interested in bird life this is a superb destination. The trip lasts 3 weeks - I could happily have spent double that time in country - and still only scratched the surface (more)Steve Braysher
From
£758
excluding flights
Everything came together so smoothly - which made the holiday fantastic.
5*, amazing, memorable holiday. (more)Bridget Carr
Everyone was extremely helpful and everything went according to plan - we both enjoyed it very much. (more)Julie Griffiths
Gauging by the reaction of a 18y (son) and a 16y (daughter), the holiday met all expectations for our family.
(more)Anthony Ramanathan
From
£546
excluding flights
Definitely the Abu Simbel Sun Miracle we were able to witness and experience was the highlight. To be able to see 3 of the 4 pharaohs light up from sun coming through, was an experience we will never forget. (more)Lori Bautista
The owners of Nubia House are extraordinarily gracious and really want you to experience the Nubian way of life; their guest house is decorated in traditional handicrafts, they serve excellent homemade Nubian food, and the atmosphere is serene (more)Janice Darling
From
£595
excluding flights
The tour guides provided historical background and information on the sights to stimulate our imagination and awe. Ahmed, our guide in Luxor and Aswan was knowledgeable, answered all our questions and patiently taught us to read hieroglyphics carved in the temples. (more)Hou-Yin Ma
My most memorable part of my holiday was my visit to The Pyramids of Giza, Abu Simbel and Karnak Temple. Part of the reason I consider my entire trip memorable is because of my tour guides. (more)Mary Lyons
Most memorable? I think the Pyramids at Giza and the paintings in the tomb of Ramses I, or perhaps it was the gold mask of Tutankamun, or was it the statue of Ramses II at Memphis... it was always a jaw-dropping moment at each place we visited.
(more)Amanda Bristow
From
£2,052
excluding flights
Most memorable were horse riding on the hills above Cusco, Cusco itself a beautiful city, the floating reed island and most certainly the time on the island with local family, I loved their way of life and their hospitality. (more)Ruth Stanley
Swimming in the Amazon, learning about the jungle and meeting a Shaman, Salsa dancing in Cusco, staying with a local family in Armanti and folk dancing to traditional music, the colours, textiles and crafts, music, food and drink (more)Amanda Whittington
Unforgettable experience. Cusco and Machu Picchu were the highlights. (more)Maitane Zubiaurre
From
£1,699
excluding flights
The variation between the coast and the mountains was amazing and we enjoyed the trip immensely. We saw some beautiful countryside and towns, villages, monasteries, castles etc, it was great. The standout highlights, and there were many, were Skopje, Budva, Kotor, Biogradska Gora National Park, Ohrid, Prizren, Blue Eye National Park, Gjirokastra to name a few. (more)Michael Cain
We were welcomed everywhere, particularly in Albania - tourism is an important source of income.
(more)Sue Reynolds
From
£2,450
including UK flights
The most memorable part was walking down Wadi in Dana National Park to Feynan...It was wonderful. So beautiful and so much to do and see and the Jordanians were very kind and helpful. (more)Stephen Pick
Jerash was incredible as was the site of the Baptism of Christ. The countryside of Jordan an all its aspects.
(more)Geoffrey Gurling
From
£663
excluding flights
Overall my holiday was great, it was a good balance of living and teaching with the locals then being a tourist on the weekend. (more)Kathleen Rigby
Much of the holiday was memorable, the madness of Saigon, the beautiful town of Hoi An, exploring Hue and surrounding countryside by motorbike, the wonderful Ha Long Bay, the delicious food......I could go on! (more)James Bolton
From
£1,126
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Petra was just incredible; everyone should visit this wonderful city and landscape. Just visiting Petra justifies the travel.
Tips?
I wouldn't recommend the services of this tour operator; they send us a really wonderful tour and timetables that was not accomplished (mostly in Jordan), the last transfer to Cairo was an 8 hours night ride from Taba with a security guard (we think it's unacceptable that we were not warned of this situation, when it's forbidden to travel... (more)Isabel Villena
From
£1,149
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
The attention given to us by our leader Mohammed he made sure we did not miss anything
Tips?
This is not a relaxing holiday there are early starts and long days but well worth it the train journey is long and not smooth all the way
Local benefits?
Yes.
Overall rating?
5 star apart from the train journey. Saw everything we wanted plus more. It was a fabulous holiday, Mohammed is so knowledgeable - he is a credit to your company. Well done!
(more)Elaine Gay
From
£1,195
excluding flights
The amazing sites of ancient Egyptian civilisation were very well commented and
made to come alive by our very good guides Joseph and Mohamed from the operator...Excellent, we were extremely well looked after by staff. (more)Christa Gonschorrek Noguera
One of the best holidays we've ever had, and will definitely be back, especially to the sites of upper Egypt. My children, aged 13 and 11, and 72 year-old mother all loved it too, so it is very well suited to a wide age range. (more)Penny Shankar
