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Highlights of Albania
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4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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

"this trip was described as full on in the itinerary, and it was. we covered a lot of miles, there is a couple of long bus journeys - but the guide was excellent and split the journey every couple of hours with a some interesting stops. we learnt so much about Morocco on this trip, we ate local food and met local people. it really was an explore holiday. if you want to get under the skin of a country this is the trip for you"

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Nile Cruise
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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."

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Treasures of Spain and Portugal (Barcelona)
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By Trafalgar
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Seville: Enjoy a traditional Andalusian Be My Guest dinner and the charming company of the Morillo family. A welcome drink of sangria in their sun-dappled courtyard before learning how they produce olive oil.
  • Porto: Savour the flavours of Portugal's centuries-old Port heritage and gain insights into its local production at a tasting in a Port cellar.
  • Lisbon: Visit the Hieronymite Monastery, a former monastery of the Order of Saint Jerome and exquisite example of Manueline architecture.
  • Madrid: Drive through central Madrid and see some of the city's famous features during an orientation with your Travel Director.
  • Toledo: Explore this magnificent ancient city with your Local Specialist and visit the Church of Santo Tomé to see an El Greco masterpiece.
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Cultural, Education / Learning, Small Ship Cruise

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Italian Escapade (Summer, Classic)
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
They really care about everyone's individual needs on each tour and they have an incredible attention to detail.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Rome: Discover ancient treasures of Rome with a passionate local. See Circus Maximus and the Ancient Forum, and stand beside the Colosseum, which bears witness to the limitless courage of the gladiators.
  • Siena: See the Fountain of Joy, striped cathedral and vast Piazza del Campo.
  • Florence: Stand beside Michelangelo's monumental statue, 'David', in the Accademia Gallery, and admire the exquisite technique and absorbing history behind the world's most famous sculpture.
  • Florence: Take a stroll with your Travel Director to Piazza Santa Croce and immerse yourself in the essence of la dolce vita of Florence while you enjoy a typical Italian treat in a local café.
  • Florence: Enjoy a stroll through Renaissance Florence and admire the medieval buildings that gave birth to this new style of architecture.
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural

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Highlights of Northern Argentina ‌
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By Say Hueque
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Iguazu National Park

Highlights

  • Stay for 3 days in a typical ranch in Iberá Wetlands, surrounded by amazing wildlife, and experience horseback riding along marshes.
  • Fly to the jungle and enjoy a boat trip to immense falls
  • Visit the gleaming salt flats near Salta. Try tamales, drink delicious wine, and meet the locals in traditional peñas.
  • Best time to travel: All year round

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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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A Week in Jordan
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4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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

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."

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Great Italian Cities (Winter)
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By Trafalgar
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Florence: Enjoy a local Tuscan Be My Guest dinner with Count Miari Fulcis on his 15th-century organic olive oil estate in the Tuscan hills, used as a location for many famous films like 'Room with a View' and 'Tea with Mussolini'.
  • Rome: Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo and da Vinci at the Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public.
  • Venice: Savour the vibrant atmosphere of Venice during a visit to a traditional food market in the shadow of the famous Rialto Bridge.
  • Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
  • Assisi: With a Local Specialist, find out why the Basilica of St. Francis is considered to be one of the crowning artisitic achievements of 13th-century Europe.
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning

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Greek Island Wanderer
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4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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
Moderate

Visits

Acropolis, Akrotiri, Athens, Delos, Moni , Mykonos, Paro, Santorini

Highlights

  • Island hopping between the Cyclades Islands of Syros, Paros, Santorini and Naxos
  • Visit gleaming waterfront harbours, rocky coves and sandy beaches
  • Explore the historic capital city of Athens with the chance to visit the Acropolis

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"this trip was described as full on in the itinerary, and it was. we covered a lot of miles, there is a couple of long bus journeys - but the guide was excellent and split the journey every couple of hours with a some interesting stops. we learnt so much about Morocco on this trip, we ate local food and met local people. it really was an explore holiday. if you want to get under the skin of a country this is the trip for you"

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Highlights of Albania

Guide Tedi and driver Tony - brilliant team who were proud to show us their lovely country. Nothing was too much trouble for either of them. Tedi was mature way bey...

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Highlights of Albania

The scenery is beautiful with all the mountains and trees. Lots of interesting old buildings and ruins. I especially enjoyed meeting a local family where we were giv...

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Highlights of Albania

Lovely country made welcome everywhere we went . Brilliant tour guide and good...

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Highlights of Albania

Teddy is a knowledgable, professional and gracious leader. He is a joy to listen to and follow.

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