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6 Days - Kilimanjaro - Peak of Africa (Machame Route)
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5/5 Excellent
23 reviews
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Lodging level
Camping
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Extreme
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Full schedule

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Arusha, Mt. Kilimanjaro

Highlights

  • Reach a summit under the African sky
  • Enjoy a once in a lifetime experience
  • An adventure with African experts - we will take you to the summit of Africa

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions

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"I have been to Tanzania one other time so I am confident in saying that based on my two experiences, Lights on Africa by FAR EXCEEDED my known expectations. Just WOW, from the minute I arrived to the minute I left, well I did not want to leave. Peniel greeted my Group and made us feel so welcomed. The accommodations were SO fantastic, including the food :) but I must say that my Driver; Ray made my trip incredibly memorable. His many years of working in tourism contributed to the wealth of knowledge Ray has for the hidden trails in each park! Not just main roads but what tree is known for lions. Where the likelihood of seeing a Cheetah and where to find them! Ray knows the terrain of each park, has fantastic knowledge of ALL the animals including birds. We were the same 6 people in his Jeep the entire time, we asked a LOT of questions. Every one was answered thoughtfully, and gave us a sense of 'all knowing' and his mechanical ability!!!!! The terrain is oftentimes deep mud, sandy, water, very rugged and touch but Ray knew which way to steer and how to mitigate our ride, not to mention being the AWESOME DRIVER he is, he always (ALWAYS) stopped to help pull another driver out. I cannot say enough kind words or express gratitude to everyone at Lights on Africa, I felt like I was leaving family when the last wave was waved. I can only look forward to a third time to your beautiful country and know who I will be using; LIGHTS ON AFRICA. Thank you, thank you, thank you Kate"

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The Philippines: Trekking the Terraces and Beyond
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4.8/5 Excellent
16 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Banaue, Manila, Vigan

Highlights

  • Trek across the UNESCO World Heritage site of Banaue and see its famous mud-walled rice terraces
  • Marvel at the hanging coffins over the limestone cliffs of Sagada, a famous Catholic ritual in The Philippines
  • Experience the thrill of white-water rafting on the picturesque Upper Chico River in Sagada
  • Immerse yourself in rich history and vibrant culture at another UNESCO site - the old trading city of Vigan

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Remote Lands created an extraordinary adventure for my daughter and me. Its team delivered the highest level of service and attention to the smallest of details. Our two weeks in Thailand were filled with an expansive array of cultural, culinary, shopping, athletic, environmental, and even spiritual experiences. Our trip was curated to meet a precise and demanding set of expectations; and Remote Lands surpassed those expectations in every way. In Bangkok, we visited amazing temples and were invited to participate in sacred ceremonial blessings, toured artist colonies, visited the flower district, learning about floral design and lunching with artisans, dined at the highest-end restaurants as well as out-of-the way places frequented by locals. In Chiang Mai, our visit to an elephant sanctuary was sublime, as were private culinary classes, complete with shopping at the local out-door market, and later hiking amidst glorious water falls. In Phuket, we enjoyed days of sailing, snorkeling, and windsurfing excursions, as well as much-needed pampering and spa services. At each venue, our luxury accomadations wowed. Equally, or perhaps even important to this dream experience, were the Remote Lands our personal expert guides, all so convivial and congenial; they provided in-depth cultural and historical perspective, as well as VIP access at every turn. I could not recommend Remote Lands more highly."

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Inca Trail Trek
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Cusco, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Urubamba

Highlights

  • Visit the village of Huayllabamba
  • Experience 2-hours hike leads to Intipunku (Gate of the Sun) which overlooks the awesome Machu Picchu
  • Enjoy the climb magnificent views of the mountain ranges.
  • Visit the Runkuraqay and Sayacmarca ruins

Themes

Transformative, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Andrew stole our money ($22,000) that we paid for a luxury Ecuador / Peru vacation. He also stole $8,000 from our friend that was meeting us in South America. He first took our calls in 2020-2021, then disconnected all numbers. We went to the credit card company, and were unable to get a refund. He is a scammer. Beware! The trip was in April 2020, but I finished with the credit card company in May 2022."

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Mera Peak
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By Swotah Travel and Adventure
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5/5 Excellent
38 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Kathmandu

Highlights

  • Mera Peak has 3 distinct summits; North(6,476 m), Central(6,461 m), and South Mera Peak(6,064 m).
  • Mera peak is considered one of the finest viewpoints in Nepal.
  • Mera Peak stands to the south of Everest.
  • J.O.M. Roberts and Sen Tenzing made the first successful ascent of Mera Peak on 20 May 1953.
  • The major peaks observable from the Mera peak include some of the highest mountains in the world; Mt. Everest, Cho-Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Nuptse, and many more.

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Great experience, we won't ever forget the the Three Passes trek of 18 days in the Himalayas. Felt immediatelly safe and home due to our local tourguide. We extremely enjoyed the service of all Swotah team members. It was a really well organized trip from A-Z. Thank you!"

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Ama Dablam Expedition
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By Swotah Travel and Adventure
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5/5 Excellent
38 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Full schedule

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Kathmandu, Mount Everest

Highlights

  • Ama Dablam was first climbed on 13 March 1961 by Mike Gill, Barry Bishop, Mike Ward, and Wally Romanes via the Southwest Ridge.
  • The main peak is 6812m and the lower western peak is 6170m.
  • Ama Dablam is the third most popular Himalayan peak for the permitted expedition.
  • Ama Dablam is sometimes referred to as the "Matterhorn of the Himalayas".
  • Although the height is only 6812m, it is considered as one of the technically difficult expeditions in Nepal.
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Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Great experience, we won't ever forget the the Three Passes trek of 18 days in the Himalayas. Felt immediatelly safe and home due to our local tourguide. We extremely enjoyed the service of all Swotah team members. It was a really well organized trip from A-Z. Thank you!"

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Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek
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By Swotah Travel and Adventure
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Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
38 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Kathmandu, Pokhara

Highlights

  • The Nepalese name Dhaulagiri originated with its Sanskrit name dhawala giri, which translates to “beautiful white mountain".
  • This mountain was discovered by westerners in 1808 and considered the world highest mountain.
  • Dhaulagiri held the title of the highest mountain in the world for 30 years until 1838 when Kanchenjunga was declared the tallest.
  • The Swiss-Austrian team was the first to climb the white mountain in 1960.
  • Dhaulagiri now holds the title of the 7th highest mountain in the world.
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Themes

High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Great experience, we won't ever forget the the Three Passes trek of 18 days in the Himalayas. Felt immediatelly safe and home due to our local tourguide. We extremely enjoyed the service of all Swotah team members. It was a really well organized trip from A-Z. Thank you!"

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Mexico Surf and Yoga Adventure
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5/5 Excellent
21 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Pacific Ocean

Highlights

  • Eco-luxe ocean-front rooms or ocean-view villas
  • Gentle, easy breaks, ideal for beginners and intermediates
  • Award-winning surf instruction Boat ride to marine park for snorkelling
  • Yoga classes

Themes

High Adventure, Relaxing Retreats, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness

What travelers are saying

"My husband and I are world travelers and do not normally take tours. Our guide was phenomenal with a great sense of humor. We saw way more than we would have seen on our own. Every detail was planned perfectly. Thank you"

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Crossroads of History
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Inca Trail, Lima, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"Thanks to Kudos, we had a spectacular and memorable trip to Peru. Five stars is too few to amply describe the amazing service and experience they provided us. Every hotel they placed us in was fabulous. We loved every daily activity they planned for us. We had the most incredible guide (Jeremy, who could easily teach grad school classes in Incan history) and driver (Peter), who shepherded us from one extraordinary site to another, including the iconic Machu Picchu. Highlights of the trip: feeding the baby alpacas each morning at the Belmond Rio Sagrado hotel, riding the Belmond Hiram Bingham to Machu Picchu, the spectacular Machu Picchu, visiting the the female master textile weavers and their children's school near Lake Pray, and culminating with the glorious Inti Raymi celebration in the Plaza de Armas of Cusco (from a balcony reserved for us by Kuoda)."

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5/5 Excellent
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Why we love them
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Highlights

  • Discover the mysterious pyramids, Great Sphinx, and Kings Valley
  • Cruise leisurely along the Nile from Aswan to Luxor
  • View the Promised Land from Mt. Nebo and the Mosaic Map of the Holy Land
  • Trace the footsteps of Jesus and explore the old and new cities of Jerusalem

Themes

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5/5 Excellent
14 reviews
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Why we love them
They focus on creating unique and exclusive experiences including one of a kind private tours, tastings of rare wines and local cuisine.
Lodging level
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Highlights

  • Lake Como on our way to the Riviera we will stop by Italy’s celebrity lake hangout.
  • Cinque Terre It's no secret these five castal villages connected by a walking track is a must see destination.
  • Lerici ‘The gulf of Poets’, an impossibly pretty bay that inspired the likes of Byon and Shelley who both lived there.
  • Portofino is the glamorous harbor beloved by movie stars and celebrities with good reason.
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Themes

Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"My first trip to Italy was beyond my expectations. Alessio (Alma Italia Travel) is knowledgeable, accommodating, and his love for his country is apparent in how he guides guests through each exquisite destination. Alessio thoughtfully coordinates and plans out each day and is respectful of the guests requests for adjustments to the agenda or rest time to truly take in the beauty of Italy. There isn't a day that goes by where I don't long to return to Italy and breathe in that Tuscan air, sip on the rich olive oils and bright wines, and watch the sun rise and fall through the hills. I highly recommend booking your trip of a lifetime with Alma Italia. You'll be gifted a true authentic experience!"

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Luxury Tour of Egypt | Best Private Tour of Egypt
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By Memphis Tours
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1/5 Terrible
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They have exceptional customer service, and are truly committed to ensuring every customer's trip to Egypt is seam-less, stress-free and individual.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Abu Simbel, Aswan, Cairo, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Luxor Temple, Pyramid of Giza, Sphinx, Valley of the Kings

Highlights

  • Enjoy visiting the solar boat in front of the Pyramid of Cheops
  • Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the old market
  • Start your tours in Luxor with the East Bank of the Nile to visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple
  • Visit the legendary temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Themes

Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

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Highlights

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Top Notch Private Tour of Israel, Egypt and Jordan

First time using Odynovo, and the experience was flawless. We traveled to Israel, Jordan and Egypt by private tour with 5-star hotels. It was an action-packed itiner...

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Top Notch Private Tour of Israel, Egypt and Jordan

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