Cultural Rwanda Tours &amp; Trips

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Kigali

Highlights

Stay in the small Rwandan town of Ruhengeri
Hike through Rwanda's dense steamy jungles in Volcanoes National Park
Fall in love with the gentle nature of mountain gorillas for one intimate hour
Visit the moving Genocide Memorial Centre on a city tour of Kigali
By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Gorilla Doctors. Donations help them care for injured mountain and Grauer's gorillas – contributing to the long-term sustainability of gorilla populations.

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Safari

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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4 days From$16,885

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Uganda to Rwanda: Gorilla Treks & Safari Drives

preferred

4.4/5 Great

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Entebbe, Kampala, Kibale National Park, Kigali, Queen Elizabeth National Park

Highlights

Admire a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
Trek to see chimpanzees in uganda
Keep your eyes peeled for the plentiful elephant and hippo populations in queen elizabeth national park

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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8 days From$3,552

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East Africa In-Depth

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Kampala, Kibale National Park, Kigali, Lake Nakuru National Park, Nairobi, Queen Elizabeth National Park

Highlights

Explore the masai mara national reserve
Visit a samburu village
Take in views of the great rift valley
Admire a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
Trek to see chimpanzees in uganda

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

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16 days From$6,289

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Masai Mara & Gorilla Adventure

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Kampala, Kibale National Park, Kigali, Nairobi, Queen Elizabeth National Park

Highlights

Explore the masai mara national reserve
View diverse wildlife in search of the "big five"
Spend two nights in a safari camp
Admire a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
Trek to see chimpanzees in uganda

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

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12 days From$6,149

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Gorilla Trek Independent Adventure

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Kigali

Highlights

Admire a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
Have your bases covered with all national park and permit fees for gorilla trekking included
Visit the genocide memorial in kigali

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

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-26%$4,670

3 days From$3,459

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Gorilla Express - 4 days

By On The Go Tours

none

4.7/5 Excellent

Operator does not provide

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Kigali

Highlights

Enjoy a scenic trek through the rainforest of Volcanoes National Park as you search for gorillas, spotting golden monkeys and other wildlife en route
Spend a magical hour with endangered mountain gorillas as they go about their daily life, feeding, playing, resting; raising their young
Explore Kigali, Rwanda’s historic capital, on a guided city tour, including a visit to the poignant Memorial Centre (Genocide Museum)
Visit the magnificent twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo, located at the base Volcano Muhabura

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Safari

What travelers are saying

"First time we (mom and daughter) have done a tour and first time with on the go tours. What a special trip we had doing the 13 day Casablanca to Essaouira Morocco tour (26 Nov - 6 Dec 2023). We started the first 8 days doing the totally Morocco tour and the last few days at our own pace with down time in Essaouira. Jamal our guide led the tour from start to finish and took us safely on a culture filled journey. His knowledge of the country, it’s history and people was informative and inspiring. Every request was “no problem” and delivered with a smile and happy demeanour. Everything in Morrocco was “no problem” and we felt safe and looked after. We were driven in a comfortable coach with enough stops along the way to not feel long by our competent driver Suleman. The hotels, Riad and Dar were extremely comfortable with exceptional service. We would not have had the same experience travelling on our own, we felt as though we truly experienced Morocco. Everything was a highlight for us and we will definitely book another on the go tour in the future. If you wanting to see true Morocco we would strongly recommend doing this tour."

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4 days From$4,065

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Mountain Gorilla Safari: Kenya, Tanzania & Rwanda 2021

By Tauck

none

4.2/5 Great

Operator does not provide

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Arusha, Kigali

Highlights

From the Big Five to silverback Mountain Gorillas
wildlife is the draw on this 16-day safari in Kenya
Tanzania and Rwanda
where game drives and a special mountain trek reward with once-in-a-lifetime encounters with animals
both endemic and endangered... highlighted by an opportunity to 'meet' a gorilla family living in the wilds of Rwanda and a visit to the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Museum

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Sad to see a once good tour company stumble and fall into mediocrity. That’s Tauck post-Covid. My May 2023 tour of Normandy, Brittany and the Loire Valley was done on the cheap by Tauck, yet cost me thousands of dollars extra as a solo traveler on a special small-group tour.   5-star hotels switched to 3 and 4 (without any compensation or explanation)… many more meals “on your own”… lots of “self-guided” tours of museums and chateaux and castles we knew nothing about… airline quality “rubber chicken” dinners, not in hotel restaurants, but in sad and isolated business convention spaces… poorly-trained newer Tour Directors (like the one on this tour) with limited experience traveling outside her tiny Canadian village or dealing with people from diverse backgrounds. She even confessed that this was a second gig job that took her away from her own business back home! You get what Tauck pays for, but unfortunately, not what YOU pay for.   Speaking to a “Guest Relations” agent was comically pointless. She tried to make everything my fault, which I now understand is par for the course with the “new” post-Covid Tauck. Please reconsider spending huge amounts of your hard-earned money on a tour company that has lost its way and no longer delivers."

By Bestway Tours & Safaris

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16 days From$19,890

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Journey in Diversity

none

4.8/5 Excellent

25 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Addis Ababa, Axum, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Dubai, Lalibela

Highlights

Visit the 17th century royal palace compound, the bath of King Fasil, the Debre Birhan Selassie Church,
Visit the Stelae Park, Queen of Sheba’s palace, the Axum Museum, church of Saint Mary of Zion
See King Kaleb’s Castle, Mai Shum
Visit the tomb of King Bazen and museum inside the church grounds.
Visiting the National Archaeological Museum and the Mercato

Themes

Birding, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I took the most amazing tour across Portugal and Spain through Bestway Tours last year. It was a 10 day tour visiting historic cities across the countries and was blown away by level of service and convenience the team provided. I've learned so much through the knowledgeable tour guides and enjoyed lots of delicious local food. I cannot wait to take another Bestway Tour in the future!"

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17 days From$7,120

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Highlights of Albania

By Explore!

premier

4.6/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Berat, Elba, Gjirokaster, Kruja, Tirana

Highlights

Travel through Albania while discovering its fascinating history and culture
Discover Butrint, one of the greatest archaeological sites in the Balkans
Stroll along UNESCO-Listed towns and visit hilltop castles

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Great trip, great tour leader, thoroughly enjoyable packed a lot into a short time"

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11 days From$1,610

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Nile Cruise

By Exodus Travels

premier

4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Abu Simbel, Aswan, Cairo, Luxor

Highlights

Visit the pyramids
Explore ancient temples and tombs
Cruise on the Nile
Enjoy the laid back atmosphere of Aswan

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Discover Costa Rica is a great itinerary, covering varied habitats around the country and staying 2 nights each at 6 centres. Their birdwatching specials are led by local experts who really know their stuff."

By VBT Bicycling Vacations

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9 days From$1,950

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Generous cancellation

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New Zealand: The South Island

premier

4.6/5 Excellent

Group Tour

Why we love them

Their unique emphasis on immersive cultural experiences combined with active exploration with personalized cycling experiences.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown

Highlights

Prepare to be dazzled by the staggering beauty of the South Island’s glittering lakes, lush forests, fertile farmlands, and alpine peaks.
Hike up a valley carved by the retreating ice of Franz Josef Glacier.
Spend a day at a wilderness resort, enjoying kayaking, canoeing, hiking—and perhaps strolling to a colony of glowworms.
Experience life on a working ranch and savor a home-cooked meal during a visit to a sheep and cattle station.
Sample local vintages during a wine tasting at a local estate.

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"This trip is unbelievably fantastic. Two of the best rides of my life, were on this tour. The guides were very good and this was just the start, when we met them, at the hotel in Cortina. Cortina was the site of the 1956 Olympics, and is a small pretty village. Nothing was open the two nights we were there, so probably bad timing. Hotel was a typical ski village hotel, good Italian/German food, and very comfortable. Second day of biking was up an old railroad spur that is now a ski trail about 15-20 K up to a mountain pass called Cimabanche Pass, which is beautiful. We rode up in a snow storm, then rain, then finally clear skies. This was the number two best ride of my life. Starting out from the hotel in Cortina, up the old spur, through single track bike trails, past babbling brooks, up to this fabulous mountain pass. This is now where the fun starts. Mostly downhill on paved roads very little traffic, at good speeds, through the most spectacular valleys you would ever see on a bike ride. Breathtaking. It had to end back at the hotel for a big dinner. The best ride of my life was the last biking day out of Merano. We were bused up 1500 K, about 85-90 miles to Lake Resia, high up in the Dolomites, then rode around the lake, down, back to Merano. High mountain peaks, many valleys,small towns, many grape growing farms, scenery, the best, and cool brisk weather. This was truly a great bike tour, one I will never forget. The trip is rated easy, but maybe easy/moderate is closer. The Hotel in Merano is excellent, middle of old town, modern, has a thermal bath, rooms were very good. The town of Merano is a must see if in the area, small, beneath the high mountains of the Dolomites, good restaurants, lots of tourists."

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9 days From$5,045

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Glaciers, Falls & Tango

By Say Hueque

preferred

5/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

They have extensive knowledge of Argentina and the surrounding region and their specialists have visited the destinations they send travelers to.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Iguazu Falls, Patagonia

Highlights

Tour both sides of Iguazú Falls’ majestic waterfalls and wander the national park split between Argentina and Brazil.
Walk alongside Patagonia’s Perito Moreno Glacier, one of Argentina’s cultural staples,in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires.
Best time to travel: From October to April

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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8 days From$2,480

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A Week in Jordan

By Exodus Travels

premier

4.6/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Amman, Aqaba, Dead Sea, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum

Highlights

Discover the secrets of Petra with two full days exploring the Red Rose City
Experience Bedouin life at our private desert camp in Wadi Rum
Stroll through the ancient Roman streets of Jerash
Float in the tranquil waters of the Dead Sea, an unmissable experience
Visit Mount Nebo, said to be the burial site of Moses

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

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