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2264 Cultural holidays found
Cuban casa holiday
Go local in Cuba staying in friendly family B&Bs throughout
From £1,145 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way
China highlights tour, tailor made
Walk along the Great Wall and relax in the stunning LiRiver
From US $2,319 to US $2,719 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Small group holiday to Burma
Highlights of Burma; Yangon, Mandalay, Bagan and Lake Inle
From £3,200 to £3,400 13 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 27 Jul, 17 Aug, 14 Sep, 26 Oct, 16 Nov, 30 Nov, 23 Dec
Archaeology holiday in Greece
A small-group archaeology tour of Greece
From €1,250 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh holiday in Vietnam
Capture the spirit of Vietnam on this compact adventure
From £795£684 to £1,000 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs every Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday & selected Wednesdays throughout the year
Up to £120 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 19 Jul, 21 Jul, 26 Jul, 27 Jul, 28 Jul, 30 Jul, 01 Aug, 03 Aug, 04 Aug, 07 Aug, 08 Aug, 09 Aug, 12 Aug, 15 Aug, 16 Aug, 18 Aug, 19 Aug, 22 Aug, 23 Aug, 25 Aug, 28 Aug, 29 Aug, 31 Aug, 01 Sep, 09 Sep,...
Late availability on these dates: 19 Jul, 21 Jul, 26 Jul, 27 Jul, 28 Jul, 30 Jul, 01 Aug, 03 Aug, 04 Aug, 07 Aug, 08 Aug, 09 Aug, 12 Aug, 15 Aug, 16 Aug, 18 Aug, 19 Aug, 22 Aug, 23 Aug, 25 Aug, 28 Aug, 29 Aug, 31 Aug, 01 Sep, 09 Sep,...
Small group holidays to Madagascar
Experience the best of this enigmatic island continent
From £2,595 to £2,965 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 2 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 14 Dec
2020: 15 May, 19 Jun, 31 Jul, 4 Sep, 18 Sep, 11 Oct, 14 Dec
2020: 15 May, 19 Jun, 31 Jul, 4 Sep, 18 Sep, 11 Oct, 14 Dec
Tibet cultural tours
Experience life styles of Tibetan people
From £895 to £1,095 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Rajasthan tours, India
Discover the evocative northern province of Rajasthan
From £1,030£772 to £1,175 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 17 Sep, 1 Oct, 3 Oct, 6 Oct, 8 Oct, 11 Oct, 13 Oct, 15 Oct, 17 Oct, 18 Oct, 19 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Oct, 24 Oct, 25 Oct, 27 Oct, 29 Oct, 31 Oct, 3 Nov, 5 Nov, 7 Nov, 8 Nov, 10 Nov, 12 Nov, 14 Nov, 15 Nov, 17 Nov, 19 Nov, 21 Nov, 22 Nov, 26 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 8 Dec, 12 Dec, 13 Dec, 15 Dec, 19 Dec, 20 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec, 31 Dec
2020: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 7 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan ...
2020: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 7 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan ...
Up to £290 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 04 Aug, 11 Aug, 27 Aug, 03 Sep, 06 Sep, 13 Sep, 17 Sep, 01 Oct, 03 Oct, 06 Oct, 08 Oct, 11 Oct, 13 Oct, 15 Oct, 17 Oct, 18 Oct, 19 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Oct, 24 Oct, 25 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 04 Aug, 11 Aug, 27 Aug, 03 Sep, 06 Sep, 13 Sep, 17 Sep, 01 Oct, 03 Oct, 06 Oct, 08 Oct, 11 Oct, 13 Oct, 15 Oct, 17 Oct, 18 Oct, 19 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Oct, 24 Oct, 25 Oct
Jordan holiday, a week in Jordan
A week to explore the spectacular sites and scenery of Jordan
From £1,549 to £1,849 9 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 3 Aug, 4 Sep, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 18 Sep, 21 Sep, 25 Sep, 28 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 12 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 21 Dec
2020: 8 Feb, 12 Feb, 15 Feb, 19 Feb, 29 Feb, 11 Mar, 14 Mar, 18 Mar, 21 Mar, 25 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 8 Apr, 11 Apr, 15 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 29 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 23 May, 27 May, 30 May, 3 Jun, 6 Jun, 1 Aug, 26 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 16 Sep, 19 Sep, 23 Sep, 26 Sep, 30 Sep, 3 Oct, 7 Oct ...
2020: 8 Feb, 12 Feb, 15 Feb, 19 Feb, 29 Feb, 11 Mar, 14 Mar, 18 Mar, 21 Mar, 25 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 8 Apr, 11 Apr, 15 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 29 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 23 May, 27 May, 30 May, 3 Jun, 6 Jun, 1 Aug, 26 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 16 Sep, 19 Sep, 23 Sep, 26 Sep, 30 Sep, 3 Oct, 7 Oct ...
Late availability on these dates: 03 Aug, 04 Sep, 07 Sep, 14 Sep, 18 Sep, 21 Sep, 25 Sep, 28 Sep, 02 Oct, 09 Oct, 12 Oct, 23 Oct
Sri Lanka holidays, tailor made
Independent tailor made holidays to Sri Lanka
From £2,145 15 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
Our tailor made Sri Lanka holidays can be arranged at any time to suit you, and adapted to your requirements as necessary although we do not offer trips for under 10 days.
Sri Lanka family holiday
A fabulous family holiday including the best of Sri Lanka
From £1,650 to £2,200 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Hiking the Inca trail holiday
An unrivalled combination of history and spectacular scenery
From £1,949 to £2,499 11 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 1 Aug, 10 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 4 Sep, 7 Sep, 12 Sep, 18 Sep, 2 Oct, 10 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 4 Dec, 18 Dec
2020: 25 Mar, 8 Apr, 29 Apr, 7 May, 13 May, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 16 Jul, 30 Jul, 5 Aug, 20 Aug, 2 Sep, 10 Sep, 16 Sep, 24 Sep, 30 Sep, 8 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 17 Dec
2020: 25 Mar, 8 Apr, 29 Apr, 7 May, 13 May, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 16 Jul, 30 Jul, 5 Aug, 20 Aug, 2 Sep, 10 Sep, 16 Sep, 24 Sep, 30 Sep, 8 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 17 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 01 Aug, 10 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 04 Sep, 07 Sep, 12 Sep, 18 Sep, 02 Oct, 10 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct
Japan golden route holiday
9 night classic Japan trip: Tokyo, Fuji, Kyoto
From £1,750 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Kerala homestay tour, India
Stay in homestays in various destinations in Kerala
From £1,660 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made to suit your dates, budget and requirements
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Sri Lanka highlights holiday
An exciting mix of culture, nature, wildlife and beaches
From £1,658 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
Vietnam holidays, tailor made
Tailor made Vietnam holidays.
From US $2,183 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
For these Vietnam holidays we offer a complete tailor made service and this suggested sampled itinerary can be tailor made to suit your requirements
Lebanon holiday
Discover Phoenician history, sublime ruins & fine wine
From £1,145 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 20 Oct
2020: 10 May, 25 Oct
2020: 10 May, 25 Oct
Himalayan tours to Bhutan, Tibet and Nepal
Explore snow-capped Nepal, Tibetan temples and the Kingdom of Bhutan on this 16-day tour
From £2,055 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Armenia highlights tour
See the most popular sights of Armenia
From £373 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 9 Aug
Rajasthan 15 day tour
A well crafted northern Indian and Rajasthani experience
From £1,749 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Cuba holiday, culture and nature
A mix of nature and culture; discover what makes Cuba tick
From £1,265 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
Classic Cuba holiday, 11 days
Get into the Cuban swing over just ten days.
From £1,085 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
Cuba highlights holiday
Explore Havana, visit tobacco hills & doze on dreamy beaches
From £788 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
Family holiday in Burma
A fabulous family holiday including the best of Burma
From £1,500 to £2,000 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday, tailor made
Your tailor-made Tanzania safari & Zanzibar beach holiday
From £3,995 to £6,950 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Burma photography tours
Photography tour of Burma:
From US $4,300 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 17 Nov
Mexico small group holiday, a food adventure
Get an authentic taste of Mexico on this 8 day tour
From £1,155£924 to £1,275 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 23 May, 27 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 23 May, 27 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec
Up to £230 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 10 Aug, 07 Sep, 21 Sep, 05 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 10 Aug, 07 Sep, 21 Sep, 05 Oct
West Highland Line railway holiday in Scotland
Take the "The World's Best Rail Journey" to the Isle of Skye
From £685 to £735 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made from April to October
Romania holiday, the Beauty of Yesterday
Small group tour to rediscover enchanting rural Romania
From £1,285 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 9 Sep
Japan tailor made tour on a shoestring
Japan's classic sights on a shoestring
From £1,020 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
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£1,765
excluding flights
The most memorable part would be having the time to walk in the towns
on my own after a tour. The intimate personalized city tours with time for
me to sit at a sidewalk cafe and soak up the people and place really brought the history and personality of the cities alive.
(more)Sharon Hamman
It is impossible to choose a 'most' memorable part - there were so many great experiences: seeing the condors flying at Colca Canyon; the floating islands on Lake Titicaca; the convent in Arequipa. I could go on! (more)Nigel Parsons
Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu was absolutely amazing. The whole organisation by this company was amazing... Absolutely amazing. (more)Wendy Halliwell
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£1,349
excluding flights
The whole service from Sanjay and Responsible Travel was excellent from start to finish. Sanjay took on board all we wanted to experience and within 48 hours had put together exactly what we were looking for. (more)Judy Harp
We loved Dewalokam and wished we could have stayed longer. It is beautiful and we enjoyed the tour of the farm and the other activities. We loved the idea
that everything was home grown. (more)Julie Mycroft
We had been to India before and we thought that Kerala is very different to other parts of India we haver explored. We absolutely loved our holiday and we are now planning a trip to Sri Lanka (more)Bronwyn Simmonds
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£1,099
excluding flights
Overall, this was an exciting and enjoyable trip with numerous highlights. The most outstanding things for me were the: frescoed monasteries and churches, the mountain scenary including the gorges and caves, the historical and attractive city of Plovdiv and the interesting heritage villages with their traditional architecture.
The accommodation was clean and comfortable and in good locations. The transport was comfortable and all journeys were less than 2 hours. The guide was very knowledgeable,... (more)Stuart Bates
From
£2,735
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
We enjoyed our whole tour from the snowy mountains of Tehran across desert sands to Kerman finishing with a visit to Persepolis and the tomb of Cyrus the great. We will remember the friendly people, amazing architecture, historical sights and the UNESCO gardens.
Tips?
Allow about 3 months for getting holiday planned and visas organised. Check internal rates of exchange, we found Currency exchange offices gave a very favourable rate compared to the internet. Try to... (more)Sally Hunt
From
£2,298
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Encountering Mexico made us challenge preconceptions and our understanding of what it is to be Mexican. Most memorable surprisingly were how safe and beautiful are the cities we visited and the welcome we received from the Mexican people, urban and rural. Monte Alban. The food was wonderful from street to fish restaurants on Holbox
Tips?
Read about Mexico before going especially through its literature, watch the BBc programmes on Mexican Art, Rick Stein on food. Travel... (more)Geraldine Newton
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£1,725
excluding flights
The tours with Vespa Adventures were incredible. The experience of Saigon and the Mekong Delta would not have been the same from the inside of a bus or
car. Also fantastic was the sunrise tour of Angkor Wat, the food in Hanoi, and the shopping in Hot An. (more)Daria Flores
Loved the countryside and the absence of other tourists for the most part of the destinations. The initial driver and guide were entertainers and good
company as well as informative and helpful (more)Richard Chivers
Excellent in all respects. The organisation, quality of guides and transport arrangements were outstanding. All accommodation was excellent. The personalised itinerary allowed us to achieve all our goals and more. (more)Cicely Olive
From
£1,199
excluding flights
Seeing the tigers at Tadoba were clearly a highlight as they were the centre focus for the trip. The housebat at the end of the trip was also a stunning highlight, far exceeding our expectations. (more)Susan Holden
Most memorable was seeing Taj Mahal and wild tigers. Loved Delhi old town rickshaw tour... Excellent (more)Paul Steele
If I must choose a highlight it would be seeing the Tigers at
Ranthambore. However, just being in India was a wonderful experience in and off itself.
(more)Gareth Jones
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£1,399
including UK flights
From
£2,899
including UK flights
The culture and architecture were memorable. The guides were very knowledgeable and gave a great history of the silk road itself. (more)Dave Hinder
Spending the night in a yurt in the Jeti-Oguz valley was a fun, unique and very comfortable experience. We also really enjoyed experiencing the train travel. (more)Hannah Bashir
Swimming in the lake in the desert was the most memorable part of the holiday. (more)Hema Vaghjiani
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£439
excluding flights
Two things made this experience extraordinary: Egypt and its treasures, and the hard work of the tour guides/organizers. (more)Jody McPhillips
I loved the holiday. We saw so much in a short space of time and our guide was fantastic. Egypt is awesome! (more)Marta Karnicki
Most memorable parts: Visiting Abu Simbel, night on a felucca, valley of the Kings, Luxor temple at night, snorkelling in the Red Sea, Coptic Cairo. Our amusing guide who was extremely well versed in Egyptology... (more)Rosemary Smith
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AU $1,100
excluding flights
Meeting and chatting with the locals were the most memorable parts of our holiday. (more)Yixiu Ng
The most memorable parts of our travel in Tasmania included some of the remarkable people we met and learning about the work they are actively doing to preserve the land and native animals (more)Terri James
This was up there with our best holidays. Susie's attention to detail was first class and our holiday included all the features we wanted. (more)Ian Mackenzie
From
£900
excluding flights
From
€1,000
excluding flights
The most memorable moment was exploring Poros on foot: great views in the almost uninhabited western part, and climbing up to the top of Poros town and seeing where the locals lived. Also, Hotel Saronis on Agistri was wonderful, especially the breakfasts. The restaurant in front of it was great too. Both very friendly. (more)Debbie Williams
The most memorable was visiting ancient sites which we'd planned to do for many years. (more)Margaret Carey
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£3,050
including UK flights
The monasteries in Armenia, the mountains and Tbilisi in Georgia and the history of the conflicts in the area were the most intriguing. (more)Jean Slater
Excellent in Armenia and Georgia but some development of the Azerbaijan extension is required (more)Allan Wild
Church going in Armenia and Georgia, visiting a sea resort in Georgia, eating excellent food in guesthouses, climbing up hills and rocks to reach an isolated church. (more)Deborah Orokieta
From
€1,250
excluding flights
This tour is up there with one of the best experiences of my life. It's difficult to single out one memorable/exciting moment because I enjoyed everything we did. (more)Victoria Giari
Seeing Mycenae and feeling the weight of history was memorable. (more)Madeleine Weingarten
Highlights of the trip were the hike in the Lusios Gorge - stunningly beautiful and the Olympia site - the site is a lovely park, with lots of trees and fascinating ruins and the museum is quite brilliant. (more)Kate Jay
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US $3,070
excluding flights
Superb, outstanding, highly recommend. This will be a vacation to always remember. Such lovely people and a lovely company to work with. (more)Jennifer Jaenicke
Riding on horses and spending time with the families were the most memorable parts of our holiday. (more)Dan Denegre
100 out of 100...The program is well balanced between activities and the lazy camping days (more)Lolita Bizune
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£2,595
excluding flights
The most exciting part for me was trying all the many different foods under the expert suggestions from our tour leader. (more)Anna Avery
The beautiful Himeji Castle floating above you on the horizon when walking towards it from the station. Hiroshima was very moving. (more)Yasmin Dastur
There were many `most memorable´things such as the autumn colours, the gardens, the Japanese people, the food, the variety you offered on this tour, the numerous surprises Japan has in store by being so different, the group, the tour leader. (more)Inge Kerber
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£1,995
excluding flights
Everything we saw and did was memorable, although visiting the Svaneti region was a highlight. We have come home with a real insight into the fascinating culture and history of the country. (more)Sheila Jelfs
An excellent mix of culture and nature (more)Phil Stevens
Trekking in Svaneti and enjoying the relaxed evenings in Tbilisi and Batumi (more)Martin Holley
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€510
excluding flights
I cannot compliment the food enough! Each morning a delicious breakfast home made! The picnics provided had a great variety and were scrumptious ! (more)Marie Louise Murray
St Jeannette is a beautiful and friendly village, as were Benoit and Corinne. This has been my best experience in France. (more)Elizabeth (Sibby) Henderson
The most memorable part of the holiday were the people running the accommodation and the supporting crew who organised all the activities and ensured a comfortable stay.
(more)Shalini Menon Venugopal
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£684
excluding flights
Sailing through the Mekong Delta; tasting the multitude of street food in
Hanoi and touring around on the back of a motorbike in Hue were the most memorable parts of our holiday! (more)Sue Macdonald
The tour was an absolutely great way to see Vietnam in a short period of time. The boat trip in Halong Bay exceeded our expectations of comfort. (more)Sophie Hudson
Every day brought another great experience however, the highlight for
me was visiting the coconut gardens in the Mekong Delta...5 stars. I absolutely loved the places we visited (more)Alison Fairweather
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£2,595
excluding flights
The holiday was outstanding by its organisation and variety. There were many highlights! The scenery was stunning and people were friendly and helpful. (more)Trevor Storer
This was an excellent holiday that allowed me to see a lot of wildlife. (more)Genevieve Morris
Most memorable was Tsingy de Behamara and getting stuck in the mud when our 4WD became a 2WD due to a fault. Mantadia, Ranomafana and Kirindy are fabulous national parks/reserves. Isalo landscape is stunning. (more)Paul Shepherd
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£2,145
including UK flights
The daily hikes to rock pools for swimming, the early morning hikes to watch the sun rise, the fantastic food, the breathtaking scenery and our impromptu tuk-tuk and boat safari close to Sigiriya were the most memorable parts of our holiday. (more)Cecilie Gianneri
We all really enjoyed our visit to Sri Lanka and I would love to return to see more.
The places you chose for us to stay were really great. They were well spaced and considered our request for some down time as well as culture. (more)Caroline Tower
The most memorable part of the holiday was the national park and the sightings of leopards and sun bears. (more)Lynn Ridgers
From
US $3,895
including domestic flights only
5 star (more)Jon Erik Rosenborg
Overall was a great trip. The 27 days tour starting from Uyuni and ends in Lake Titicaca was amazing. All the guides were friendly and professional, especially the one in La Paz (Leonardo), he was Super helpful and knowledgeable and would strongly recommend people to use he. (more)Jon Ng
We loved the variety offered by Bolivia, from the stunning mountains of the Altiplano to the breathtaking views over lake Titikaka to the exciting wildlife in the pampas grasslands to the incredible, other-worldly experience of the salt flats and desert. (more)Phil Bland
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£2,915
excluding flights
Extremely highly. There were amazing sights to see, the hospitality was outstanding and we were well looked after. (more)Heather Rushton
We started walking through the fortified town of Sighnaghi in Georgia and were sidetracked by the sound of music coming from the main square. It turned out that it was a national holiday, and a series of youth groups in splendid costumes were doing traditional dances on a stage in the square... (more)Paula Lozar
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