107 Unusual destinations holidays found
Albania holidays, small group tour
An incredible history set against a rugged landscape
From £899 to £1,249 10 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 6 May, 17 Jun, 12 Aug, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 28 Oct
2019: 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 5 May, 19 May, 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 21 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct
2019: 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 5 May, 19 May, 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 21 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 06 May, 17 Jun
Albania walking holiday
A wild and rugged landscape with historic folkore
From £1,099 to £1,199 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 6 Jul, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 7 Sep
2019: 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 19 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep
2019: 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 19 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 06 Jul
New Zealands Subantarctic Islands cruise, including Macquarie
Wildlife voyage to the Subantarctic inc Macquarie Island
From US $7,000 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Nov, 22 Dec
Georgia & Armenia cultural holiday
Journey to the furthest reaches of Europe
From £1,999 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 16 Jun, 22 Sep
2019: 1 Jun, 21 Sep
2019: 1 Jun, 21 Sep
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Falkland Islands tour, birds and wildlife
A comprehensive Falklands birds and wildlife adventure
From £4,185 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Sao Tome discovery tour
Explore the tropical paradise island of Sao Tomé
From £1,099 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 4 Oct
2019: 9 May, 3 Oct
2019: 9 May, 3 Oct
Pacific Islands tour
Discover some of the world's smallest nations
From £10,450 27 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 19 Jul
2019: 27 Jun, 3 Oct
2019: 27 Jun, 3 Oct
Ivory Coast small group tour
Explore the little known but welcoming Ivory Coast
From £2,299 to £2,399 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 28 Apr, 10 Nov, 29 Dec
2019: 26 Jan, 2 Mar, 13 Apr, 9 Nov, 28 Dec
2019: 26 Jan, 2 Mar, 13 Apr, 9 Nov, 28 Dec
Sudan holiday, Desert Explorer
Explore Sudan, one of the most underrated countries in the World
From £3,489 to £3,599 13 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Oct, 19 Nov, 26 Nov
2019: 4 Feb, 8 Apr, 21 Oct, 25 Nov
2019: 4 Feb, 8 Apr, 21 Oct, 25 Nov
Chad holidays, expedition to the Ennedi
Tubu nomads, desert crocodiles and the Sahara's best scenery
From £3,499 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 2 Dec
2019: 6 Oct
2019: 6 Oct
Albania cycling holiday
A wild and rugged corner of the Balkan Peninsula
From £1,169 to £1,319 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 27 Apr, 4 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 29 Jun, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct
2019: 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct
2019: 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 27 Apr, 04 May, 18 May, 25 May, 01 Jun, 15 Jun, 29 Jun
Bosnia snowshoeing holiday
Remote and spectacular winter scenery
From £1,029 to £1,069 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 3 Mar
Romania holiday, the Beauty of Yesterday
Small group tour to rediscover enchanting rural Romania
From £1,195 to £1,245 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 11 Jun, 17 Sep
2019: 3 Jun
2019: 3 Jun
Mongolia adventure holiday
Off the beaten track adventure through spectacular Mongolia
From US $2,518 to US $3,140 23 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 2 Jun, 21 Jul
Looking to discover Mongolia? Consider this exciting in-depth 23-day option. Book before May 31st and receive a 10% discount per person. That's a saving of up to $314 pp. Only three spaces (out of six) remaining.
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Kamchatka holidays, small group tour
Explore Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula
From £1,799 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 8 Aug, 23 Aug
2019: 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 8 Aug, 23 Aug
2019: 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 8 Aug, 23 Aug
Romania adventure holiday
An amazing tour exploring medieval Europe and Transylvania
From £2,145 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 3 Jun, 9 Sep
2019: 2 Jun, 8 Sep
2019: 2 Jun, 8 Sep
Tailor made tours of Oman
Privately escorted mystical trip of stunning Oman
From £1,850 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
Bhutan holidays, cultural tours
Discover Bhutan for a once in a lifetime experience
From £1,275 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Apr, 7 May, 13 May, 27 May, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 25 Jun, 3 Jul, 14 Jul, 18 Jul, 29 Jul, 1 Aug, 5 Aug, 15 Aug, 27 Aug, 4 Sep, 9 Sep, 17 Sep, 25 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 9 Nov, 15 Nov, 24 Nov, 3 Dec, 8 Dec, 16 Dec, 22 Dec, 26 Dec
Oman small group tour
Ancient spice trails, Wahiba Sands, superb coastal scenery
From £1,799 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Oct, 18 Nov
2019: 6 Jan, 3 Feb, 4 Apr, 27 Oct, 17 Nov
2019: 6 Jan, 3 Feb, 4 Apr, 27 Oct, 17 Nov
Iran in depth group tour
Fully escorted small-group tour of historic Iran
From £4,395 17 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 3 Sep
Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro tour
National parks, historic cities and rural traditions
From £2,149 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 12 May, 25 Aug
2019: 11 May, 24 Aug
2019: 11 May, 24 Aug
Iran cultural holiday
A captivating land dripping with history and culture
From £2,899 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 6 May, 30 Sep, 2 Dec
2019: 5 May, 29 Sep, 1 Dec
2019: 5 May, 29 Sep, 1 Dec
Santo Antao walking holidays, Cape Verde Islands
Trek in Cape Verde on the beautiful island of Santo Antão
From £733 to £1,130 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Georgia and Armenia holiday
Churches, monasteries, snow capped mountains, lakes and waterfalls
From £1,949 to £2,099 14 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Jul, 1 Sep, 22 Sep
2019: 25 May, 15 Jun, 29 Jun, 13 Jul, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 21 Sep
2019: 25 May, 15 Jun, 29 Jun, 13 Jul, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 21 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 21 Jul
Algeria holidays, Desert and History
Explore the history and culture of Algeria
From £2,699 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Oct
2019: 9 Jan, 17 Mar, 20 Oct
2019: 9 Jan, 17 Mar, 20 Oct
Falkland Islands wildlife tour
10 day Falklands birds and wildlife adventure
From £2,894 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Albania small group holiday
Explore the charming country of Albania.
From £999 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 12 Jun, 21 Sep
2019: 23 Apr, 11 Jun, 20 Sep, 12 Oct
2019: 23 Apr, 11 Jun, 20 Sep, 12 Oct
Papua New Guinea holiday, Tribes & Traditions
Unique small-group cultural tour to Papua New Guinea
From £5,565 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 24 Oct
Equatorial Guinea holiday, small group adventure
A unique group tour encompassing Equatorial Guinea
From £3,499 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 1 Dec
2019: 24 Nov
2019: 24 Nov
Mauritania small group holiday
Ancient towns, stunning desert scenery and nomadic culture
From £1,999 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Dec
2019: 5 Mar, 28 Dec
2019: 5 Mar, 28 Dec
From
£545
excluding flights
The kayaking trip around Lake Skadar was beautiful and due to tandem kayaks, hilarious! (more)Hayley New
This was a fantastic holiday with many memorable moments! We loved the beautiful scenery; the walking, wild swimming and kayaking. It was wonderful to be somewhere so peaceful and so stunningly beautiful and to be able to experience the country with such dedicated and enthusiastic people. (more)Esther Ankcorn
Being in an amazing part of the world, with a group of like-minded people, hiking through woods, wild water swimming, swimming in a waterfall, visiting an island monastery. My son and daughter both loved the off-road trip with the land rover, jumping from a village bridge into a river, seeing Golden Orioles and Hoopooes was another highlight. (more)Kyra De Coninck
From
€49
per person per night
There were many highlights - the meals together with the guests, the morning tours and the set up of the room. (more)Nehal Vora
the locale was wonderful - very peaceful and a beautiful peek into a different way of life. (more)Ilana Trachtenberg
The peace and tranquillity of this beautiful valley was stunning. All the staff and guides - particularly Gabo - were friendly and knowledgeable, and did their
utmost to make us feel comfortable and at home. Just fantastic, we would like to return to appreciate this special place at another time of year, probably spring or autumn. (more)Clio Whittaker
From
£899
including UK flights
Loved walking around the Spa town of Vrnjacka Banja in Serbia. Would liked to have stayed here overnight. (more)Anne Higgins
It was a berat--beautiful city (more)James Smith
We loved Albania so it is hard to think of one memorable part but the visits to the Blue eye, Gjirokaster, Butrint & Berat stand out. (more)Tony Barker
From
£1,099
including UK flights
The stunning views at the Valbone pass and the boat trip was the most memorable. (more)Rachel Dixon
Swimming in the Blue Eye and walking over the pass from Theth to Valbona. I loved the holiday, the only down side was that perhaps we tried to pack in too much for the short time we had available. (more)Eleanor Dunn
An excellent introduction to Albania, a country that more should visit, with a very knowledgeable Albanian tour leader (more)Bob Handley
From
£1,275
excluding flights
Every second will be memorable. Can’t wait to go back. (more)Christine Beswick
Walking up to Tigers Nest Monastery in Bhutan was the most memorable. Exceeded my expectations in all respects. The tour operator was great and guides and drivers went out of their way to ensure a truly memorable experience. All arrangements went like clockwork. (more)Philip Diamond
Bhutan was amazing. We loved the culture, the slow pace and Tigers Nest was the highlight, we loved the hotels, the food and the tour was superb. Our agent in Kathmandu, and our tour operator was excellent. (more)Alan Levy
From
US $2,518
excluding flights
Going over the sand dunes and staying in gers or in tents in what seemed to be in the middle of nowhere and then a herd of goats and sheep comes along.
(more)Josephine Tanti
Climbing the 'Singing Sand Dunes' (Khongoryn Els) at sunset was amazing! It was a big effort to make it to the top, but we were rewarded with once-in-a lifetime views over the vast sand dunes and Gobi Desert while mother nature turned on a spectacular pink and purple hue. (more)Lynette Smith
The space and serenity of Mongolia. And watching sunrise and sunset caily in front of your eyes. (more)Kat Kassim
From
£2,145
excluding flights
Excellent...there were too many highlights for us to single out any one experience as the most memorable. Every day was memorable and for all the right reasons. (more)Gerald Sherry
Successful (more)Marcia Westreich
One of the most memorable things was the beautiful Carpathian countryside and the people working in the fields as of yesteryear. The haymaking and haystacks were fascinating and we all fell in love with rural Romania.
(more)Joan Houston
From
£1,799
excluding flights
Just about everything was memorable. But traveling through and swimming in the wadis and canyons would be the top highlight. A one hundred percent success, things went very smoothly. I hope I will do many more holidays with the company. (more)Oliver Grumitt
All of Oman was amazing and a wonderful country to visit ...but I especially loved being in the mountains at Wadi Bani Awf, with stunning scenery and incredible views. (more)Frances Hastings
Watching the turtles at Ras el Jinz after dark and before dawn - both adult female turtles laying and baby turtles hatching and scurrying to the sea. Such a privilege to be part of this. (more)Martin Bigg
From
£1,799
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
There were many great moments. Our group seemed to gel very well, and the Russian team were terrific (although admittedly we had to get the first guide removed after day 3). I loved the rafting section, close to the bears and so peaceful. Shame about the rain. The lunar base camp and Dead Forest were extraordinary. Weather precluded a trip to the Valley of the Geysers,
instead we helicoptered to Kuril Lake: what a day! The pilot descended into a volcano crater on the return... (more)Alastair Giddings
From
£1,850
excluding flights
Staying at the Turtle Research Centre Carapace Lodge and seeing turtles nesting at dusk and getting up at 5am to see them returning to the sea. (more)Trevor Storer
Visiting some of the interesting sights as we got inside Oman, the forts, the castles, the desert, wadis and swimming in the sinkhole was a fun highlight for me on a hot day! (more)Julie Forshaw
Excellent and tour guide (Abdullah) was really excellent (more)Karen Shaw
From
£1,195
excluding flights
There are many to choose from, but Biertan and Viscri stand out for their beauty and country setting. We had a great time. The accommodation was good, the people were friendly and the museum village and Ethnographic museums were wonderful. (more)Rob Moody
The most memorable was the painted monasteries, fortified churches, peasant/rural lifestyle all brilliantly presented by our guide Alexandra. Also the steam train. (more)Ann Lindsay
The rich history and culture, the variety of landscapes, the natural beauty and the glorious food. (more)Heather Rushton
From
£3,102
excluding flights
From
£1,845
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The doable yet challenging (for me) walks combined with cultural learning. Experiencing the remote villages, lifestyle and food in local accommodation. Sharing it with two terrific guides and a small group of companionable people.
Tips?
Pack light, take a hat and a good pair of boots and be prepared to soak up a the traditional culture and the magnificent vistas Romania has to offer.
Local benefits?
I would like to think it did via the local accommodation... (more)Helen Wildash
From
£595
excluding flights
It was amazing to be so busy and active and yet be so refreshed. (more)Philippa Throssell
The kayaking was amazing, the lake is so quiet and often ( nearly always) you are the only people out there! The scenery is stunning, it's quite amazing. (more)Kay Audoire
The whole trip was amazing, stunning scenery and lovely villa. We loved the
hikes, out in the countryside seeing the local landscapes and the amazing
insects.... Ben and Emma have immersed themselves in the local community, employing local people and the lunch at Tanya's (a local villager, where we stopped off on a hike) was amazing.
(more)Liz Cush
From
£2,299
excluding flights
The highlight was seeing the people, the remote locations, the sights we saw tucked away off streets - no fencing around them, just there for all to enjoy...sunrise on camels, sunset on the pyramids. (more)Virginia Draper
I had a great time with a good international group of friends. A brilliant guide Kahlid, great drivers and support staff. (more)Geoffrey Hermsen
From
£2,699
excluding flights
The highlight was Djemilla in the snow, tipaza desert, berber village welcome. (more)Clare Renton
In no particular order, 1. Visiting the amazing Roman sites 2. Seeing the marvellous Roman mosaics in the Djemila museum 3. Climbing the Grand Erg Occidental dune at Taghit... (more)Philip Tepper
The Roman ruins of Algeria are always a highlight, even more when one is blessed with a very good Guide as we had. Algiers is very beautiful, as far as I know the only Art Nouveau town, beautiful, despite the decay and rainy weather. (more)maria camilo
From
£1,282
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Almost everything we saw in Georgia was memorable and exciting!
Tips?
Ladies, take a skirt for the churches and monasteries.
Local benefits?
We certainly managed to visit individuals in their homes and bring a little benefit,and this was always very interesting. I'd like to be able to w a l k to a restaurant where possible.
Overall rating?
Excellent! (more)Anna Cooper
From
£1,949
including UK flights
From
£733
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The hiking in Santo Antao is outstanding. The scenery is spectacular and the paths are generally pretty good with the locals always ready to lend a hand
when you get lost. The local transfers of bags and hikers was generally very reliable (couple of minor issues but nothing more than we expected). The local
"agent on the ground" was very good and Deborah did more than could be expected to help us to get sorted out after our delayed start. The
accommodation was of a reasonable... (more)Pauline Knowler
From
£2,899
excluding flights
The beauty, the stunning artistic design in so many aspects -- the carpets, the miniatures, the jewellery, and above all the architecture through the ages. Our
jaws got sore from dropping in awe every time we entered another glorious mosque. (more)Mar Thomson
The highlight was all the amazing mosques. (more)Laura Cooke
Very good holiday (more)Mandy Conway
From
£4,395
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Iran the country - the people, the bustle, the food, the antiquities - it was a revelation; can't wait to go again !
Tips?
Go with an open mind and leave negative preconceptions behind. Many Iranians will want to talk to you, to say Hello and practise their excellent English. Do respond and make new friends.
Local benefits?
Yes, we used entirely local amenities, restaurants, bazaars and travel services.
Overall rating?
This was very good.The success... (more)Mike Watson
From
£1,999
excluding flights
Waking up in the morning in Gudauri and opening the window to see fresh snow on the Higher Caucasus mountains - spectacular. (more)Maddy Ball
I would definitely recommend this trip (with extension to Azerbaijan), to people who want to see more than the well trodden tourist routes in Western Europe. (more)Judy Schneider
Travelling into the mountains of Georgia was memorable. We enjoyed our group and the guides were good. We felt the itinerary was unrealistic and not enough time was available to enjoy Yerevan and some of the other places we stayed in. (more)Rachel Mcgavin
From
£564
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing all the beautiful wildflowers. May was a wonderful time of year to be there. Also the very warm welcome we received from local people in the smaller villages.
Tips?
You need to be aware that the trekking company in Bulgaria promotes the opportunity for solo travellers to save costs by travelling with a couple who've already booked. As you are mainly staying in very small places if someone else books the same dates you are likely to end up spending every evening... (more)Ruth Bradshaw
From
£1,049
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The entire trip was both memorable and exciting! Azerbaijan is a beautiful country and has a rich culture, I loved the capital city of Baku a cosmopolitan, vibrant place, where the old historic monuments sit alongside new modern landmarks. The genuine openness of the local people was clear to see who were more than happy to help with directions or places to see in the city. The other locations on route had picturesque scenery and showed an insight into everyday Azeri life... (more)Abs Ahmed
