Locally run special interest holidays
Tours & holidays in 2017 & 2018
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Northern Lights and whale watching holiday in Norway
Look to the sky for the Lights - to the sea for the whales!
From NKr8,900 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec
Photography holiday in the Spanish Pyrenees
Nature photography holiday in the breathtaking Spanish Pyrenees
From 1,395 to 1,495 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 24 Feb, 9 Jun, 21 Oct
Learn Spanish & tango in Granada, Spain
Learn Tango & Spanish in beautiful Granada, Spain
From 330 5 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
Learn Spanish in Granada, Spain
A variety of Spanish courses in Granada
From 160 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
All courses start every Monday throughout the year. There are no classes on national holiday and during the Christmas period (20 Dec 02 Jan)
Iceland northern lights and snowshoeing holiday
Hiking in snowshoes and bathing under the northern lights
From £2,290 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 11 Feb, 25 Feb, 25 Mar
Cooking and cultural holiday in the Spanish Pyrenees
A mix of cooking, culture and walking
From 1,295 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 4 Nov
2018: 14 Apr, 4 Nov
2018: 14 Apr, 4 Nov
Yoga, meditation & wellness retreat, Spanish Pyrenees
Calm the body and relax the mind in the beautiful Spanish Pyrenees
From 1,295 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 23 Jun
Archaeology holiday in Greece
A small-group archaeology tour of Greece
From 1,150 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 21 Oct
Yoga holidays in Spain
Retreats near the sea @ lovely hotels with a touch of luxury
From £565 to £800 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Mar, 12 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct
Early birds book a 2018 retreat early & save £££'s! Wide variety of yoga inspired retreats near the sea at little hotels with a touch of luxury. We're a Top 10 Retreat in the World - but its not gone to our heads, honest. We just love what we do.
Wellbeing holiday in North Iceland
A self-drive tour where you can visit and pamper yourself
From £1,100 to £5,000 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Yoga Retreats in Valencia, Spain
Yoga and meditation in the magical countryside of Valencia
From 495 to 945 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 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, 25 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct ...
2018: 7 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb, 25 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct ...
Last minute yoga and meditation retreat in beautiful Spain.
Learn Spanish & yoga in the Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish & Pilates + Yoga in stunning green Spain
From 400 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 22 Oct
Cambodia photography holiday & Angkor temples
Improve your travel photography on tour in Cambodia
From US $3,300 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 11 Dec
2018: 2 Jan, 12 Feb, 20 Jun, 5 Nov, 11 Dec
2018: 2 Jan, 12 Feb, 20 Jun, 5 Nov, 11 Dec
Burma photography tours
Photography tour of fascinating Burma: DSLR & advanced compact cameras users welcome
From US $4,100 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 24 Nov
Nepal photography holiday
Photography tour of magical, mystical Nepal.
From US $4,100 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 18 Mar
Northern Lights photography holiday in Iceland, coast & ice
Photographic trip in the stunning west and southeast Iceland
From £2,850 to £2,950 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 29 Oct
2018: 6 Feb, 16 Feb, 16 Mar, 30 Sep, 26 Oct
2018: 6 Feb, 16 Feb, 16 Mar, 30 Sep, 26 Oct
Portugal yoga holiday, Iyengar retreat
Wonderful healing Iyengar yoga retreats Algarve, Portugal
From 600 to 850 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 21 Oct
2018: 24 Mar, 28 Apr, 11 May, 18 May, 27 Jul, 3 Aug
2018: 24 Mar, 28 Apr, 11 May, 18 May, 27 Jul, 3 Aug
Learn Spanish & family activity holiday in Spain
Learn Spanish + Outdoor Activities canoe/cave/via ferrata...
From 450 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 5 Mar, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 23 Apr, 30 Apr, 7 May, 14 May, 21 May, 28 May, 4 Jun, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 25 Jun, 2 Jul, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 23 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 8 Oct, 15 Oct
Spanish course & walking holiday, Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish classes + stunning hikes in Picos de Europa
From 400 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 22 Oct
Learn Spanish and walk the Camino de Santiago, Spain
Spanish Course + walking in the Camino del Norte
From 400 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 22 Oct, 29 Oct
Yoga holiday in Portugal
A stunning Yoga retreat in the Portuguese mountains.
From 800 to 900 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 22 Oct
Northern Lights & orca photography holiday, Iceland
Incredible photographic trip in stunning West Iceland
From £2,100 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 31 Jan
Northern Lights, glaciers & ice photography holiday Iceland
Incredible photographic trip in stunning south/east Iceland
From £2,550 to £2,700 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 22 Oct
2018: 30 Jan, 25 Feb, 8 Mar, 10 Oct, 18 Oct
2018: 30 Jan, 25 Feb, 8 Mar, 10 Oct, 18 Oct
Luxury fitness holidays in Spain
Luxury weight loss, detox, fitness & wellness retreat Spain
From £995 to £1,195 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Nov
2018: 21 Feb, 21 Mar, 18 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov
2018: 21 Feb, 21 Mar, 18 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov
Save a healthy £75.00pp when making your early reservation for one of our 2018 luxury boot camp + wellness retreats in Spain.
Lose weight, de-stress, increase your fitness + boost overall health & wellness with our world class professional team.
Liveaboard diving and sailing holiday in Greece
Combine a sailing and diving adventure in the Greek islands
From £685 to £798 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 21 Oct, 28 Oct
2018: 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct
2018: 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct
Ethiopia family holiday
Experience the unique and breathtaking sites of Ethiopia
From £2,335 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary. Minimum 2 people
Peru homestay and coffee tour, Kuelap
Ancient culture, amazing nature and delicious coffee
From US $690 to US $950 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Lima and Cusco holiday in Peru, local experience
Authentic intercultural experience in Lima and Cusco
From US $1,800 to US $1,950 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Croatia yoga retreat on Island of Vis
Relax yoga holiday by the sea on sunny island of Croatia
From 850 to 989 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May
Yoga & walking holiday in Spain
Get out into the sunny countryside and boost your fitness!
From £720 to £740 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Mar, 12 Apr, 4 Oct, 18 Oct
Early birds book a 2018 retreat early & save £££'s! Wide variety of yoga inspired retreats near the sea at little hotels with a touch of luxury. We're a Top 10 Retreat in the World - but its not gone to our heads, honest. We just love what we do.
From
1,150
excluding flights
The visits to Ancient Olympia and Delphi. But everything was fascinating so it's hard to name one thing! (more)Janet March
The whole holiday was exciting! (more)Heather Clinton
The whole trip was fab! We saw a number of major archaeological sites and took part in other activities. Difficult to choose the best day really - they were all excellent. Sparta, Ancient Tegea, Mistras, Olympia, Delphi.... (more)Elizabeth Drummond Young
From
NKr8,900
excluding flights
This holiday was perfect - exactly what was needed! It blows the cobwebs away from normal life, gives you the peace and time to watch the world go by, fantastic food and is the perfect opportunity to see nature at its most incredible. A very positive life experience! (more)Claudia Philps
From meeting the captain and crew, seeing orca, humpback and the northern lights on the first day. We cannot pick out 1 memorable experience, it was all excellent (more)Vicki Binley
A wonderful time. One of our best, most memorable holidays. Not a single negative comment. (more)Daniel Roussel
From
£565
excluding flights
The feeling of calm & wellness that this holiday brings is amazing! (more)Sarah McKinnon
There was a variety of activities to take part in and you could work at your own pace. I enjoyed the peace and quiet of the location. (more)June Smith
I would rate this holiday 9/10. The place, the yoga, people, food, everything was just perfect! (more)Giovanna Tomaro
From
£2,850
excluding flights
As it was a photographic holiday, the valuable tuition and the amazing places we were taken more than met expectations. The care taken by the leaders was very impressive. (more)Erith French
It was terrific. From start to end, Iceland Northern Lights, Coast and Ice workshop was impeccably researched, planned and executed with a rich, full and unique itinerary. (more)Rosalie Wang
Superb...it opened up a place to me that I only had an inkling about and revealed raw, spectacular other-worldly beauty. Humbling that such beauty still exists in the world... (more)Marianne Werner
From
US $3,300
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The spontaneity of events was the highlight. Although the route was planned and certain visits were structured, our tour leader and guide made things happen when they were least expected. Never a dull moment.
Tips?
Travel light, pack one camera and a couple of lenses. Be prepared for a few early morning starts and enjoy the journey.
Local benefits?
Nathan, has made many friends with the 'everyday' people of Cambodia. We were introduced to many local inhabitants... (more)Paul Byrne
From
400
excluding flights
Lots of laughs learning a new language in the morning, stunning scenery for walking, and the challenge of staying upright while canoeing in the afternoon. (more)Laurence Impey
Wonderful hikes through stunning scenery in the afternoons - guides were great. (more)Jane Bailey
Travelling alone and being welcomed into a group of like-minded travellers was the highlight. (more)Stephanie Hall
From
400
excluding flights
Learning and practising speaking spanish in the village was the highlight. (more)Anne Kavanagh
The walk and talk team, the other students as well as the beauty of the area and the good. Our accommodation was great. (more)Jayne Quinn
The lessons were excellent, clear and very absorbing. The time flew by! The walking was varied and the countryside and mountains are beautiful. Panes is a lovely little town with some good restaurants and bars. (more)Sue Wickenden
From
450
excluding flights
The activities were brilliant and the guides helpful. The scenery was stunning - and I especially enjoyed canyoning and the Via Ferrata. (more)Jane Rowley
Stunningly beautiful hikes in green valleys, steep mountains and alongside green river banks. Varied scenery and a guide who knew the history, economy
and heritage of the area. Superb! I highly recommend this holiday. (more)Veena Siddharth
The adventure activities - especially the canyoning in Picos de Europe were the most memorable part of the holiday (more)Kate Wykes
From
495
excluding flights
Being able to meet a friendly and supportive group of people who shared my interests and beliefs was the most memorable. (more)Paul Hartley
All of it! The yoga, the food, the setting, the accommodation, the people - it was wonderful! (more)Kate Toft
A hike up the valley to watch the sunrise was pretty memorable, not something I'd often do at home!...The food, just wow, I've never eaten so well! And to top it off stunning views to take in by the poolside. (more)Sean Harwood
From
800
excluding flights
For me it was the real sense of retreating in a beautiful and remote valley. Waking up to the sound of birdsong , great classes, superb colourful food. and a lovely genuine team that helped create a gentle, kind and caring atmosphere. (more)Alison Fraser
All of it was memorable, the environment, food, classes, people etc. 10/10 - Superb! (more)Marta Redd
Although clichι, I would say this was one of the best holidays I've been on, hand on heart. Why? All the categories that I can think of which make for an enriching and joyous experience were there: excellent quality of the treatment, yoga lessons; the beautiful location, the friendly and committed ethos of the staff and owners; wonderful and eye-opening food; outstanding company of fellow travellers; the vision of the project and its execution (more)Ben Moss
From
£685
excluding flights
From
£2,550
excluding flights
It was a great experience. The most memorable was the time spent around the glacier. Particularly the ice cave and the ice beach. (more)Arturo de Frias
10 stars out of 5 (more)Brenda Gillingham
It was fantastic. The tour guides were very responsive to local conditions and flexible to the interests of the group. They were very well organized and knew which sites would be good at different times of day for photography. The group had people at different levels of photography experience, but the common interest brought people together.
(more)Christopher Gawronski
From
£2,100
excluding flights
Got to see a pod of eight orca whales including a baby on a whale watching cruise from grundurfordur. (more)Craig Hamilton
We had a 24hr period where everything just went right. Killer Whales, dolphins and a surprise display of a fantastic Aurora...It was a fantastic holiday. (more)Jenny Lacey
The most memorable parts were seeing the Orca swim under the bridge we were standing on and the grade 5 Aurora Borealis - painting the sky in technicolour! (more)Keith Muir
From
£2,335
excluding flights
The spectacular mountain scenery was something unexpected and awesome. The people were very friendly. Labilela rock hewn churches and the history was very interesting and fascinating. (more)Nicola de Jager
I am not sure what was the most memorable or exciting part of our holiday - for the three of us it would be different things. I think for my daughter it would be the fact that a leopard visited our camp in the Simien Mountains...I would say it was a truly amazing time. (more)Sophie Brinckman
As an introduction to the African continent, for me it was the best experience imaginable!
(more)Julie Stanhope
From
£995
excluding flights
Excellent. It was a good week for relaxing, trying out new experiences and challenging your lifestyle. (more)Alison Mitchell
The Thai yoga massage literally made me feel I was flying thanks Patricia. teachers really good and really missed 8o'clock yoga with Julie today. Good starting off point for travelling in Spain. (more)Lucy Jenks
A lovely balanced break with food activities and the option of some great treatments in a fabulous setting. (more)Susan Gregory
From
£1,100
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
We had a fantastic whale watching trip from Husavik. Saw several grey whales close to our boat. One was very active and actually breached for us!
Visit to steaming geothermal area bubbling pools of water and mud and smelling strongly of rotten eggs!
Tips?
Needed information about transport between international and domestic airports in Reyjavik. Had to use taxi between bus terminal and domestic airport which we were not told about. More information about our... (more)Jeanne Weston
From
600
excluding flights
The comradeship was the highlight. Magnificent. (more)Phyl Acton
The most memorable was undertaking fantastic yoga from a wonderfully warm and sunny room which looked over the surrounding countryside. Great and would recommend. (more)Pam Kennett
Outstanding. This is a seriously good holiday. (more)Gillian Goodchild-Colley
From
400
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Loved the yoga in a lovely old farmhouse with a great teacher. The
Spanish school was excellent with the lessons at the right level for us.
Tips?
The school was in Panes where virtually nobody spoke English so we had to
speak Spsnish virtually the whole time.
Local benefits?
Yes through using local hotels /bars and restaurants.
Overall rating?
Excellent teaching and yoga which was really enjoyable (more)Ann Potter
From
£2,290
including domestic flights only
From
800
excluding flights
Fantastic would recommend to everyone...The most memorable part of the holiday was the family that run the retreat. They are so warm, loving and welcoming that it felt like spending a week with family. (more)Rebecca Hones
super great, a big bravo to the Moses team, teachers, benevoles and family, they are the one making it magic ! (more)Sophie Durlot
From
SKr8,895
excluding flights
From
560
excluding flights
From
950
excluding flights
Aki and Suvi were very welcoming and couldn't make us feel more at home! The dogs are all amazing, so friendly and the personalities all so unique and lovely! Everything from the location, to the walks and food was perfect and we would really love to go every year. We found it very relaxing and a home from home for the whole time.
(more)Martyn Kilbryde
Meeting the huskies for the first time, canoeing on the private lake in warm sunshine, trekking in ancient forests with the dogs were the most memorable parts...Absolutely brilliant! (more)Gemma Copestake
Hiking with huskies is an unusual experience, they are such a smart and good dogs. A++++++++++ :) (more)Anastasia Nastik
From
800
excluding flights
Don't hesitate! I had never done any yoga before but if you are a beginner, don't be put off as everyone is so welcoming and encouraging. (more)Rosy Scott
It was a very magical place where you could relax and have complete rest with a wonderful team of people looking after you. I would highly recommend and would make a return visit again. (more)Kwok Chan
Excellent! This is a holiday for people who want or need to offer time to themselves, stepping out of their daily life for a week and literally cleansing their body on every level, whether physically, mentally or spiritually. (more)georgina porro
From
1,120
excluding flights
The most memorable moment was the warmth and hospitality of our hosts (and their great home cooked Finnish cuisine), to interacting with the dogs and harnessing them, to the experience of a wood fired sauna beside a frozen lake each evening, this short holiday could not have been better.
(more)Matthew Peek
Excellent experience - would have liked to have stayed longer and would go again! (more)Philippa Cawthorne
Spectacular (more)Lloyd Bond
From
£494
excluding flights
The most memorable part was Orange county - feeling like a queen and wonderful safari. (more)Alex Silver
Excellent! (more)Jan Baker
Five stars! We had an incredible adventure for our honeymoon, and hope to go back. Southern India is breathtaking, and we had nothing but good experiences with all of the people and companies we traveled with. (more)Robyn Nadolny
From
£60
excluding flights
A brilliant trip. Got to get away from the crowded tourist areas and see the real beauty of Turkey. Really friendly and helpful guides and company owner who helped us with everything we needed and more. (more)Emma Borrows
An excellent guide who was knowledgeable about the environment, sights, history and culture of the region. Engin was able to entertain Adults and children alike with little surprises when energy levels were flagging. (more)Cathy Denney
From
£499
excluding flights
Had a wonderful adventure! Would never have dared to do something like this without a proper guide who knows the area and the equipment. Very impressed with the beautiful Turkish coastline and inspired to return. (more)Helen di Lallo
Quite an adventure, and requiring a reasonable level of fitness. Fantastic scenery, perfect weather and great swimming and snorkelling opportunities. (more)Alice baverstock
Stunning coastlines and great people; my favourite part was kayaking into this fabulous cave where the light turned the whole cave a beautiful blue colour. (more)Ross Geraghty
From
£585
excluding flights
Very relaxing break...Yoga outside on the terrace and use of the beautiful private pool (more)carlene rowson
I enjoyed all the week. We loved meeting all the people on our course and the parallel one. It was great having a breakfast waiting for us. (more)Sue Humble
Fantastic....Casperia is very beautiful and so are the people. I can't say one thing in particular was exciting. I just find Casperia enchanting. The staff were more like friends. They were very lovely happy to help people. X (more)Ellen Kay
From
800
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Going down to the river and behaving like a hippopotamus.....by this I mean wallowing in the mud. It was not only fun but made the skin feel good too.
Tips?
Don't worry about what stage you are at in your yoga practice. The teachers are highly skilled and can guide you regardless of your level. I was a beginner and therefore enjoyed the afternoon sessions that focused more on pair yoga.
Also buy some of their honey if you can......it is simply divine.
Local benefits?
Yes,... (more)Janice Thomas
