123 Something different holidays found
B&B self drive tour of Tasmania, meet the locals
Explore coastal expanses and mountainous magnificence on this Tassie tailor made trip
From AU $1,100 to AU $6,000 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Burma sailing holiday, the Mergui archipelago
Adventurous exploration of the Myeik Archipelago in Burma
From £1,685 to £1,885 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 17 Dec, 24 Dec, 31 Dec
2020: 7 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb, 25 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr
2020: 7 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb, 25 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Family Multi-activity cultural holiday in rural Andalucia
From €370 to €480 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Book your holiday now for September, October, November or December (up to the 20th), and get 10% off the accommodation price
Archaeology holiday in Greece
A small-group archaeology tour of Greece
From €1,250 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 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.
Self guided biking tour in Croatia
Explore the amazing island's coasts, medieval town on bike
From €440 to €885 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at any time to suit you between April and October
Sea kayaking holiday in Croatia
Kayaking holiday on stunning Elaphite Islands near Dubrovnik
From €785 to €825 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct
Petra and Wadi Rum by bike, Jordan
Cycling trip through stunning desert scenery
From £1,699 to £1,879 9 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Sep, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 21 Dec
2020: 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 23 May, 13 Jun, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 21 Nov, 28 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
2020: 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 23 May, 13 Jun, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 21 Nov, 28 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 21 Sep, 19 Oct, 26 Oct
Coast to coast cycling holiday in Costa Rica
Take in the variety of Costa Rica by bike
From £3,299 to £3,899 15 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 19 Oct, 16 Nov, 14 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 18 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Jul, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 19 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 18 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Jul, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 19 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 19 Oct
Sicily history tour, Italy
One of the most fascinating islands in Europe
From £1,429 to £1,729 9 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct
2020: 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 17 Oct
2020: 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 17 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 07 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 05 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.
Burma cultural holiday
Discover a side of Burma hidden beyond the tourist trail
From £1,879 to £2,075 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 26 Oct, 16 Nov, 7 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 1 Feb, 14 Mar, 24 Oct, 14 Nov, 5 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 1 Feb, 14 Mar, 24 Oct, 14 Nov, 5 Dec
Luxury fitness holidays in Spain
Luxury weight loss, detox, fitness & wellness retreat Spain
From £1,095 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 20 Nov
Peru tour, off the beaten track
An cultural small group tour to the Northern region of Peru.
From £2,885 to £3,035 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 13 Oct
2020: 10 May, 11 Oct
2020: 10 May, 11 Oct
Alaska adventure holiday, salmon run
Active small group adventures in a retrofitted school bus
From US $3,640 to US $3,690 20 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 Aug
2020: 6 Jun, 27 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug
2020: 6 Jun, 27 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug
Get $100 discount on all our August departures!
Cross-country skiing holiday in Finland, Russian border
Guided hut-to-hut cross-country skiing holiday in Finland
From €1,030 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 9 Feb, 23 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 25 Mar
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.
Cuba salsa dance holiday
Learn to salsa with the pros in Santiago de Cuba, with tuition, day trips and nights out included
From £1,560 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 7 Nov, 19 Dec
2020: 12 Mar, 2 Apr, 28 Jun
2020: 12 Mar, 2 Apr, 28 Jun
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise
From €580 to €790 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
This trip can be booked any day of the week from 13 April until 16th October
Dingle Way walking holiday in Ireland
Self guided walk on The Dingle Way
From £980 to £1,270 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be be booked at a time to suit you
Photography holiday in Andalucia, Spain
New! Capture beautiful Andalucia with camera & smart phones.
From £795 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 9 Sep, 9 Oct
2020: 29 May, 12 Jun, 8 Sep, 17 Oct
2020: 29 May, 12 Jun, 8 Sep, 17 Oct
Snowshoeing in the French Alps
Snowshoeing in the Alps with a high mountain guide
From €1,398 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 25 Jan, 7 Mar
Family horse riding holiday in South Africa
Family horse riding safari holiday in South Africa
From £1,525 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Mongolia tour, mountains & nomads
Slow travel through Mongolia's northern & central landscapes
From US $2,165 to US $2,350 13 days ex flights
Small group travel
Walking holiday in St Lucia
Guided walking on this beautiful tear drop island
From £964 to £2,614 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout October to July
Halloween tour in Transylvania
Take a fascinating and historical tour in Transylvania
From £499 to £1,199 3 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Oct, 1 Nov
2020: 26 Oct, 30 Oct
2020: 26 Oct, 30 Oct
Learn Spanish and watersports holiday, Dominican Republic
Study Spanish & enjoy watersports in the warm Caribbean
From £415 to £755 7 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.
Self guided cycling holiday in Norway, Sunnhordland fjords
Experience the amazing Fjords south of Bergen - Norway
From NKr10,650 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Jul, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep
Uluru and the Olgas tour in Australia
Experience Australia's rugged land of Dreamtime legends
From £400£360 to £400 3 days ex flights
Small group travel:
This tour has daily departures.
Up to £40 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 30 Jul, 01 Aug, 04 Aug, 05 Aug, 06 Aug, 09 Aug, 10 Aug, 12 Aug, 13 Aug, 14 Aug, 16 Aug, 17 Aug, 18 Aug, 19 Aug, 21 Aug, 22 Aug, 24 Aug, 28 Aug, 29 Aug, 30 Aug, 31 Aug, 01 Sep, 02 Sep, 04 Sep, 05 Sep,...
Late availability on these dates: 30 Jul, 01 Aug, 04 Aug, 05 Aug, 06 Aug, 09 Aug, 10 Aug, 12 Aug, 13 Aug, 14 Aug, 16 Aug, 17 Aug, 18 Aug, 19 Aug, 21 Aug, 22 Aug, 24 Aug, 28 Aug, 29 Aug, 30 Aug, 31 Aug, 01 Sep, 02 Sep, 04 Sep, 05 Sep,...
Snowshoeing holiday in the Dolomites
Michelin recommended cuisine & inspiring walks
From £1,349 to £1,799 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 14 Dec, 21 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar
2020: 4 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar
Singing holiday in Portugal
An uplifting week of choral singing in superb surroundings
From £1,345 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 17 Aug
Fat biking holiday in Finland
Delve deep into Europe's last great wilderness
From £1,899 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel
Jordan highlights & camel safari, small group
Taste the real life of Bedouin at Mars on Earth, Wadi Rum!
From US $1,915 10 days ex flights
Small group travel
From
£3,150
excluding flights
great trip, well organised. memories for life (more)juris uzegovs
Excellent. Our 'Tutor' James Rushworth was exceptional. His ability to place us in the right place at the right time, his knowledge of Iceland and things Icelandic, his photography skills and ability to pass on that knowledge were superb. (more)Alvin Barrick
Excellent. I saw a lot of Iceland and had plenty of time and opportunity to take photographs. James was an excellent photography tutor and guide and provided lots of expert guidance, useful suggestions and encouragement.
(more)Pamela Harris
From
£790
excluding flights
This holiday is perfect for switching off - the idea of the wellness together with the Pilates is to relax your mind and body in a beautiful location. (more)Helen Wood
The most memorable was being taught Pilates and meditation by Ioannis Davros. (more)Frances Lawrence
I loved the whole thing. The Pilates, meditation and Chi Gung tuaght by Ionos made me feel like a new woman after the week in Pelion...the sumptuous home cooking and amiable comraderie around the square table hosted by Pip and Nick...the splendid accommodation with views across the water to mountains. There is no one stand out. It was as a delight all round.
(more)Steph Tchan
From
€370
excluding flights
We had the best family adventure holiday and would definitely return! Ilaria and Des are the ultimate hosts!! (more)Susie Cardoso
We thoroughly enjoyed it and wished we could have stayed longer than the week. This is the first time we have booked this kind of holiday and we are really glad we did. (more)Lyn Collier
The scenery in Granada is spectacular, hot by day but lovely and cool at night (more)Angela Ahern
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
From
£1,685
excluding flights
This trip was unforgettable. The amazement hasn't worn off and I keep wondering if we'll ever have the opportunity to go back. We will undoubtedly look to Responsible Travel when considering another tour overseas. (more)Craig Shanks
Thanks go to our very knowledgeable skipper Anuncio (we nicknamed him Mr Wiki), our 5*chef Gai (amazing dishes cooked on just two burners), the very attentive local guide Luis and the crew member Anju who was always at hand to help you, and of course our wonderful fellow passengers for making our sailing experience really special.. Highly recommended! (more)Alan Stevenson
Not knowing anything about the Islands off Burma, or knowing anyone who had been, it was all very memorable our week on the catamaran. We had a fantastic skipper, Carlos, who was fun, sociable and very practical in running the boat, with his team. Exceptional, we made the most of it with lots of swimming, snorkelling... (more)Bridget Gladwin
From
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
€580
excluding flights
The whole trip was great. The cat was phenomenal and so was the crew. The places we visited particularly Mljet and the little coves, were beautiful. (more)Srdjan Nesic
It was fabulous holiday. We loved the mix of activity and relaxation. We had fantastic food and wine (a real surprise - Croatia does both really well). (more)Michelle Stevens
The entire experience was incredible. It's hard to give just one memorable moment, the entire time we were on the boat & with the crew was
absolutely amazing. Croatia is beautiful & the local people so friendly. (more)Wendy Potgieter
From
€440
excluding flights
The spectacular scenery was the most memorable part of the holiday. (more)Nicky Thacker
The colour of the Adriatic Sea, the vineyards and red roofs were memorable ! We loved the cycling and going in small villages. (more)Josee Plante
Excellent, top marks. A fantastically energetic yet relaxing holiday! (more)Simon Warner
From
€785
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the holiday was meeting the local people. They were friendly and welcoming. (more)Luke Jeffery
Both B & B's were charming, the food was lovely and in good weather the scenery would be amazing. (more)Lesley Ramsey
The most memorable part of the holiday was...jumping out of the kayak and swimming into the Green Cave. We enjoyed all the kayaking and the opportunity to get to know the Elaphiti Islands
(more)Tracey Agnew
From
£1,699
including UK flights
Cycling down Mount Nebo to the Dead sea, marvelling at Petra, waking early in the Wadi Rum and watching the sun rise over the silent desert were the most memorable parts of our holiday. (more)Susie Deuchars
My most memorable moment was walking through the slot canyon that leads to and opens up to the Treasury in Petra. It was a wonderful experience that will rank as one of the best vacations of my life. (more)Donald Stauffer
The scenery is amazing In Jordan, incredible gorges, rock formations as well as good variety. In terms of ancient cultures - Jerash and Petra stand out. The
people are very friendly and its very safe. (more)Jill Ford
From
£895
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Participating in the Cuba Music Holiday through the tour operator we used was the trip of a lifetime! Learning from, working with, and performing public shows
with a top-rated band in a foreign country is a dream come true for us. We fell in love with Cuba, its people, and its music, and we look forward to returning
someday. We'd also like to do another music holiday with this same company.
Tips?
Study Spanish before leaving home. Practice the music the operator... (more)Bob and Patty Tatum
From
£820
excluding flights
The overwhelming beauty of grassy green hills blocked into rectangles by stone walls capturing white fluffy sheep and the stunning quantity of stone works were the most memorable parts of our holiday. (more)Dwight McCann
Traveling by bike on Inis Mór. No real plans on the island. We just biked around and stopped at anything we found interesting. Great relaxing day. (more)Michael Worthley
From
£3,299
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Every day with new discoveries of Costa Rica, beautiful cycling experience, local tour leader Memo and his fantastic crew member Luís and Ronald, and variety of holiday experience in two weeks made this holiday the best I've ever been.
Tips?
Be prepared for rice and beans three times a day for two weeks ;)
Local benefits?
Yes, absolutely, in all the trips (including optional) I felt that local people were supported in their business, be it a local restaurant... (more)Agne Bajoriniene
From
£1,879
excluding flights
Hard to choose a single aspect of a fantastic holiday, but probably the elephants would edge it. The cycle ride in Mandalay was really cool too. Fantastic experience, the memory bank is maxed out and the euphoria will linger on for a long time.
(more)Christine and John Brooks
There were many highlights. The people - and elephant washing - and the cycle ride around Mandalay - and the balloon ride over Bagan - and the train ride etc etc - everyday was a brilliant adventure. (more)Angela Allan
I've fallen in love with this country, didn't want to leave, enjoyed every minute, will defiantly go back one day. (more)Andy Rowlands
From
€575
excluding flights
Mljet island was the most memorable part in our trip. The island was such a beauty, and the lakes were really clean and refreshing. The B&B we were in had a private beach which was really unexpected. (more)Humam Mufti
The ability, each day, to combine some great walking with other activities such as swimming, kayaking etc was memorable. (more)Andrew Danford
Our day trip to the island of Lopud was both memorable and exciting. (more)Philip Jeffrey
From
£1,095
excluding flights
This holiday proved to be a game-changer for me. I have learned so much about the facts behind looking after yourself and working to become healthier.
(more)Angela Carpenter
The whole team were superb, and the food really surpassed expectations. The classes were great and really allowed everyone to work at their own pace/level. (more)Jill Dobbie
Most memorable: Commitment and enthusiasm from the whole retreat team - organisers, chef, exercise instructors, therapists. First class throughout. Good-humoured, can-do attitude, nothing too much trouble. (more)Anne Mitchell
From
€699
excluding flights
Great. Class time just flew by and the study was actually fun. I was a novice hiker and found the hikes to be challenging, but worth the effort. I really value the friendships I made with others participating in the program. (more)Mark Hindin
Great. We loved it and rated our time in Panes the best part of our month in Spain and Portugal. We even looked at the price of houses in the region! (more)Diane Norman
It's difficult to choose a favourite (part) as all aspects were brilliant. The course was just right with the right amount of challenge, and Ana organised the transfers, accommodation and treks efficiently.
(more)Chandra Kantha
From
€1,080
excluding flights
Getting to know catalan culture, from ancient ruins over medieval villages to seaside resorts, from tapas over olive oil to wine and beer. (more)Lukas Innig
It was great. We could do as much as we wanted. We could have made it as hard or easy as we liked. We loved being active. (more)Liz Wood
Biking in the beautiful country of Spain with my husband and good friends was the most memorable part. It was a wonderful experience, great trails, food and memories to last a lifetime. I am planning my next trip now! (more)Mark Edwards
From
£2,105
excluding flights
A once in a lifetime experience. Every day was another surprising wildlife encounter - snorkeling with penguins and sea turtles, hiking among (and swimming with) the marine iguanas or standing two feet away from a pair of blue footed boobies doing their beautiful, intricate mating dance.
(more)Elizabeth Willson
Excellent....Arriving in the Galapagos and seeing so many animals so close the first afternoon: blue footed boobies, sea lions and crabs and then so many iguanas. (more)Sheila Ellwood
The most memorable was coming face-to-face with sea lions.... actually overcoming my anxiety of snorkelling.. the great 'family' created. (more)Chris Bach
From
€999
excluding flights
The most memorable must be staying at the Prince Hunter Hotel in Turda. It was a quirky hotel that certainly put us in a “Dracula” mood... It surpassed all my expectations! We had a lovely time and we loved Romania. (more)Alicia Moreno
We loved the way they handled the whole Dracula experience. We wanted to experience the full history of the real, larger-than-life, person on which Bram
Stoker based his fictional antagonist as well as enjoy the Halloween ambiance. (more)Cory Maddox
The highlights were certainly Bran Castle, Peles Castle and Dracula hotel (more)Anne Llewellyn
From
£2,900
including UK flights
From
€1,398
excluding flights
The husky dog sledding, the ice climb, the snowshoeing itself, being out in such a beautiful environment! And our companions too - the other four people in the party were lovely, and we all got on very well together - enough in common to bond yet different enough for good conversation!
(more)Angela Dennison
In terms of the most exciting part, it has to be the ice climbing...not part of our original plans but I'm so glad it was suggested. Slow down and enjoy your stay in what really is an undiscovered part of the Alps. (more)Norma Sherratt
Well organized, interesting, hassle free and great fun- the ideal introduction to the activities. (more)Matt Hannah
From
£1,732
excluding flights
The most memorable moment was being in the square in Marrakech in the evening. (more)Leslie Lessenger
From Salamanca in Spain to Coimbra in Portugal to the end of the experience in Marrakesh, all was just beautiful and nutritius. I keep great memories of the trip, thank you! (more)Patricia Deza
Great experience, great food and great like minded people. (more)Jan Tydde
From
£2,225
including UK flights
The guide Toy was super and the itinerary thoughtfully put together. (more)Loreen Hanoman
This was my first solo holiday and I had a wonderful experience. Our tour guide Toy was exceptional (more)Catherine Wickens
Great taste of Thailand, seeing different areas and learning loads and plenty of relaxing time too. (more)Fiona Wilson
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