127 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£1,295 to £1,905 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 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
Up to £550 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 31 Dec, 07 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 04 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb, 25 Feb, 03 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar
Late availability on these dates: 31 Dec, 07 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 04 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb, 25 Feb, 03 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar
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 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:
2020: 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct
Travel Team
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Self guided biking tour in Croatia
Explore the amazing island's coasts, medieval town on bike
From 440 to 905 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:
2020: 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep
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: 19 Dec
2020: 6 Feb, 12 Mar, 2 Apr, 28 Jun
2020: 6 Feb, 12 Mar, 2 Apr, 28 Jun
Coast to coast cycling holiday in Costa Rica
Take in the variety of Costa Rica by bike
From £3,449 to £3,999 15 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 11 Jul, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 19 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 11 Jul, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 19 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 21 Dec, 04 Jan, 15 Feb, 07 Mar
Sicily history tour, Italy
One of the most fascinating islands in Europe
From £1,449 to £1,749 9 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct
Burma cultural holiday
Discover a side of Burma hidden beyond the tourist trail
From £2,075 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 11 Jan, 1 Feb, 14 Mar, 24 Oct, 14 Nov, 5 Dec
2021: 9 Feb, 13 Mar, 3 Apr, 30 Oct, 11 Dec
2021: 9 Feb, 13 Mar, 3 Apr, 30 Oct, 11 Dec
Luxury fitness holidays in Spain
Luxury weight loss, detox, fitness & wellness retreat Spain
From £1,145 to £1,245 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 19 Feb, 4 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 17 Jun, 23 Sep, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov
Book your 2020 luxury retreat in Spain before the 1st of January for the special low deposit of just £200.00 per person!
Beautiful award winning coastal venue & spa, your own private suite. Save £100.00 pp in February 2020.
Petra and Wadi Rum by bike, Jordan
Cycling trip through stunning desert scenery
From £1,749 to £1,899 9 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 23 May, 13 Jun, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 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 Mar
Peru tour, off the beaten track
An cultural small group tour to the Northern region of Peru.
From £3,035 to £3,245 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 10 May, 11 Oct
2021: 9 May, 10 Oct
2021: 9 May, 10 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:
2020: 6 Jun, 27 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug
Travel Team
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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: 11 Mar, 22 Mar, 25 Mar
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise
From 580 to 790 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 11 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 15 Apr, 16 Apr, 17 Apr, 18 Apr, 19 Apr, 20 Apr, 21 Apr, 22 Apr, 23 Apr, 24 Apr, 25 Apr, 26 Apr, 27 Apr, 28 Apr, 29 Apr, 30 Apr, 1 May, 2 May, 3 May, 4 May, 5 May, 6 May, 7 May, 8 May, 9 May, 10 May, 11 May, 12 May, 13 May, 14 May, 15 May, 16 May, 17 May, 18 May, 19 May, 20 May, 21 May, 22 May, 23 May, 24 May, 25 May, 26 May, 27 May, 28 May, 29 May, 30 May, 31 May, 1 Jun, 2 Jun, 3 Jun, 4 Jun, 5 Jun ...
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:
2020: 29 May, 12 Jun, 8 Sep, 17 Oct
Snowshoeing in the French Alps
Snowshoeing in the Alps with a high mountain guide
From 1,259 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 25 Jan, 7 Mar
Singing holiday in Portugal
An uplifting week of choral singing in superb surroundings
From £1,345 7 days ex flights
Small group travel
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 $1,965 to US $2,345 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 Jul
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 £1,149 3 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 26 Oct, 30 Oct
Self guided cycling holiday in Norway, Sunnhordland fjords
Experience the amazing Fjords south of Bergen - Norway
From NKr10,750 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep
Uluru and the Olgas tour in Australia
Experience Australia's rugged land of Dreamtime legends
From £400 3 days ex flights
Small group travel:
This tour has daily departures.
Late availability on these dates: 17 Dec, 18 Dec, 19 Dec, 20 Dec, 21 Dec, 23 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec, 31 Dec, 01 Jan, 02 Jan, 04 Jan, 05 Jan, 06 Jan, 12 Jan, 13 Jan, 14 Jan, 15 Jan, 16 Jan, 18 Jan, 20 Jan, 23 Jan, 24 Jan, 25 Jan,...
Snowshoeing holiday in the Dolomites
Michelin recommended cuisine & inspiring walks
From £1,349 to £1,799£1,499 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 4 Jan, 8 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar
Late availability on these dates: 04 Jan, 08 Feb, 07 Mar, 14 Mar
Fat biking holiday in Finland
Delve deep into Europe's last great wilderness
From £1,699 to £1,749 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 23 Feb, 22 Mar
Late availability on these dates: 23 Feb, 22 Mar
Jordan highlights & camel safari, small group
Taste the real life of Bedouin at Mars on Earth, Wadi Rum!
From US $1,935 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 1 Mar, 21 Mar, 5 Apr, 20 Sep, 18 Oct, 8 Nov
Pilates wellness retreat in Greece
Pilates and Wellnes Retreat in Greece by the sea
From £790 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Jun, 4 Jul, 12 Sep
From
£1,560
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the holiday was the dancing tuition with professional Cuban dancers (more)Michael Baker
5 star...The most exciting part was dancing classes (more)Smriti Bellad
This trip was extraordinary. Every bit was memorable-especially the Christmas Day dance party at the beach with a super sound system, full on buffet, warm ocean water in view of soft green mountains. (more)Paula LeRoy-Antaki
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£3,250
excluding flights
The most exciting part of the holiday was taking photos of icebergs on a stormy day with massive waves crashing onto the beach. (more)Tracy Jones
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
From
£790
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the holiday was watching dolphins swim past while we practised Qi Gong (more)Catriona Hasaka
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
From
370
excluding flights
5***** (more)louise Briggs
It was such a wonderful break! The peace of the surrounding area was fantastic, still so undiscovered. Also the hospitality of Ilaria and her family was second to none!
(more)Charlotte Broughton
The best parts of the holiday were all the great activities Ilaria booked for us and the wonderful location, lovely food and great hosts. (more)Anthony Johnson
From
1,250
excluding flights
The Greek people were extremely friendly, the food was fabulous and the scenery and historical sites were amazing.
(more)Elaine Williams
Excellent, cant say enough good things about our tour guide, Dimitris, who
obviously loves Greece. Particularly good at selecting outstanding restaurants. (more)Grady Aronstamm
There were so many highlights. Olympia was breathtaking and the hotel in Galadixi was such a special place to stay (more)Helen Middleton-Stewart
From
440
excluding flights
From
£1,295
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
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AU $1,100
excluding flights
One of the best destinations on earth. (more)Jeri Dioguardi
The most memorable part of the holiday was the contact with people, discussing about the land, nature.
(more)Mateja Poljsak-Prijatelj
The most exciting part of the trip was visiting areas of Tasmania we had not visited before and taking the time to go see THE WALL simply amazing. (more)Noel Powell Oam
From
785
excluding flights
Delightful kayaking round beautiful coastal islands (more)Jean Leslie
The most exciting part of the holiday was the kayaking. (more)Linda Hardie
The kayak guide, Johnny, was everything we could have wished for. Not only his kayaking expertise and concerns for our safety and wellbeing, but also for sharing his insider knowledge about Croatian culture, history and way of life. The islands were beautiful with crystal clear blue and green sea. (more)Helen Kent
From
580
excluding flights
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
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£865
excluding flights
Dingle was truly fabulous. (more)Nancy Murphy
We enjoyed the walking tour of Dublin and the black taxi tour of Belfast because we learned so much from the knowledgeable guides.
(more)Susan DeWitt
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
From
£3,449
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 Luνs 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
1,259
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
595
excluding flights
The most exciting part of the holiday was walking the islands of Lopud and mljet and the valley of konavle, far from all the tourist spots! (more)Elspeth Ballantine
It was a 5 Star holiday! My husband and I enjoyed everything Croatia had to offer. (more)Alice Moll
Beautiful scenery and friendly people.
(more)Mark Wells
From
£1,145
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the holiday was the smart modern accommodation with everyone getting a single-occupancy full-sized apartment and the very high standard of fitness teaching and massage therapies.
(more)Johnny Fox
IDEAL FOR THOSE WANTING A HEALTHY EATING AND FITNESS BREAK AND TRAVELLING ALONE (more)Monika Mandal-Lowman
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
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£2,075
excluding flights
It was an amazing holiday made all the more memorable because it coincided with a four day full moon holiday when we were able to mingle with the people enjoying many special celebrations. (more)Kate Fraser
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
From
699
excluding flights
Loved it, and would like to return next year. I feel that I only saw the tip of the iceberg in relation to the area. (more)Lesley Holinshead
Patient and attentive teachers made lessons interesting and fun. It was really great to be in such a small group to be able to ask questions and get the opportunity to practise. (more)Mandy Kee
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
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
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£3,200
including UK flights
From
£1,749
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
The most exciting part of the holiday was zooming down hill from Mount Nebo. (more)John Abela
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
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£2,246
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
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1,159
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
670
excluding flights
The most exciting part of the holiday was walking in the National Parks (more)Robyn Cullen
Absolutely fantastic. This tour allowed us to get a good taste of some of the range of natural beauty of Croatia that we could not have obtained under our own steam. (more)Arnold Seglenieks
Hiking in such varied National Parks left us overwhelmed by the exceptional beauty and variety of the landscapes. (more)Anne Smith
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