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Bath & Bristol Christmas Markets
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4.2/5 Great
55 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Bristol and its Christmas Market
  • Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage City
  • Bath Christmas Market
  • The Avon Valley Railway
  • Lacock Abbey and village

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"This was their July 22 Cruise “Delights if the Danube” Absolutely awful company, great at taking your bookings and money but it then ends there. We paid a premium rate for what they listed as “Delights of The Danube” river cruise. They changed our ship, so we did not get what we paid for, and no pool as we originally specified. The drinks in the drinks package had very little choice. One draft beer is all that is available, and that is pretty poor as it is, you can’t even buy bottled beers or any other draught beer as that one is your only choice. Wines at meal times are either red, white or Rosa, no choice, just those three.The ship they put us on “boasted” a new wine bar, it didn’t serve any wines or beers at all the entire week, it wasn’t even stocked or manned, but it did have a kettle and tea or coffee !!!. The trips ashore are advertised to deceive you, this is appalling. Some of the trips are over two and a half hours each way on a coach, and the shorter ones are rushed, don’t be fooled by their misleading advertising. The train journeys are an absolute nightmare, even though we booked first class there and back. You have to rush between connecting trains while dragging your luggage with you, and the connecting times are tight, we felt so sorry for those less able who were severely stressed. On part of the journey we were told that 1st class was not available, we were put in filthy overcrowded carriages, with our luggage carriages away, and professional thieves operate on these trains. Some of our fellow passengers, on our cruise, were robbed on the way to the cruise and the way home. Great Rail offered us the paltry sum of £30 compensation for this. Once we got on the cruise we were excited, but that quickly changed, we spent the first two days moored up overlooking an industrial estate, yes an industrial estate, that’s what Great Rail advertise as a “Delight of the Danube”. When we complained and asked why are we on an industrial estate,we were told “because it’s cheaper than mooring up in a city or town”. We complained to the reps on the cruise, as did numerous others, only to be told that they don’t actually work for Great Rail, they are sub contracted free lancers, and that we would have to take it up with Great Rail upon our return. After numerous phone calls and e-mails we have been offered a derisory amount on one of their vouchers, which only benefits Great Rail, why would we want to go back with such an incompetent company? The communication with Great Rail is appalling once they have your money, be warned. Overall I have to say that Great Rail are appalling, amateurs playing in a market they simply don’t understand, their advertising is very misleading, that’s putting it politely!! The tone of their responses are arrogant, they simply ignore many of the points raised, and they honestly don’t seem to care, they are all image and no substance."

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The Golden Eagle Eastbound to Vladivostok: Trans-Siberian Railway
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5/5 Excellent
1 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Lake Baikal, Moscow, Moscow Red Square

Highlights

  • Ride the Golden Eagle Train along the traditional Siberian railway
  • Entire day at Lake Baikal, the oldest and deepest lake in the world
  • Moscow’s Red Square Metro stations and tour of the Kremlin
  • Visiting cities like Kazan,Yekaterinburg,Novosibirsk,Irkutsk,Ulan Ude and Ulaanbaatar
  • Pristine Siberian villages and landscapes
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"The people who work for this company are top notch! Guides are knowledgeable and full of good humor! I had the chance to stay at Three Camel Lodge and the food, service and resort grounds are terrific! I highly recommend."

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The Tsar’s Gold Eastbound to Beijing: Trans-Siberian Railway
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5/5 Excellent
1 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Beijing, Great Wall of China, Irkutsk, Lake Baikal, Moscow, Ulaanbaatar

Highlights

  • Tours of Moscow’s Red Square and cathedrals.
  • Daily lectures about countries, people and cultures.
  • Visiting Cities like Ulaanbaatar, Ulan Ude, Irkutsk, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg and Kazan.
  • Trans-Siberian Railroad along Lake Baikal with exclusive photo stops and 40 hours at Lake Baikal
  • Pristine Siberian villages and nature Mongolia horse Show.
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"The people who work for this company are top notch! Guides are knowledgeable and full of good humor! I had the chance to stay at Three Camel Lodge and the food, service and resort grounds are terrific! I highly recommend."

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New Orleans - Memphis - Chicago by Train
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4.2/5 Great
6 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Memphis, New Orleans

Highlights

  • Discover Chicago and Memphis
  • Visit Bass Pro to enjoy 10 aquariums with over 1,800 fish.
  • Explore National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel is a very special experience that takes us through centuries of history.
  • Visit Jackson Square
  • Explore Jean Lafitte National Historical Park

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Singles Travel, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"The most unprofessional tour. The tour guide was nasty and made us walk miles because she didn't want to pay for transportation. It was not luxurious in the least bit, I would've been better off just going with friends. Save yourself from a horrible trip. Singles International is very professional and a better bet."

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Northwest Wine and Rail Tour
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5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Columbia River Gorge, Washington

Highlights

  • Washington's off the beaten path destinations.
  • Mountains and Wine Country.
  • Unique train ride.
  • Charming small towns.
  • World-class wines.
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Themes

50 plus, Culinary & Wine, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"I had an absolutely fabulous time on InquisiTours Wine & Rails tour. We had amazing food and wine, saw some incredible sights, everything you'd expect, but it was the unexpected that made this a WOW trip. Guy's spirit and great story telling, along with the little surprises he had planned (and some he improvised) along the way were exceptional. And although I went only knowing one other tour member, by the end of the trip it was like hanging out with old friends, some of whom I still keep in touch with. I can't recommend InquisiTours enough even if, and maybe *especially* if group travel isn't your norm. (Disclosure, I was comped the trip and attended as part of the media, but all of the above is an honest representation of my experience and I would do it all over again on my own.)"

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Spain by Train Singles Vacations
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4.2/5 Great
6 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Barcelona, Córdoba, Madrid, Seville, Toledo

Highlights

  • Discover Córdoba, Seville and Barcelona
  • Enjoy the train journey from Barcelona to Seville
  • Have a chance to cruise through Guadalquivir river which offers a wonderful views of Seville
  • Explore Toledo, known as the city of three cultures, where Christians, Jews and Arabs lived together in harmony
  • Visit historical and cultural places like Royal Palace of Madrid, Santa María la Blanca, Plaza Mayor, Giralda Tower and Palace of San Telmo
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Singles Travel, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"The most unprofessional tour. The tour guide was nasty and made us walk miles because she didn't want to pay for transportation. It was not luxurious in the least bit, I would've been better off just going with friends. Save yourself from a horrible trip. Singles International is very professional and a better bet."

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Discover Norway
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bergen, Trondheim

Highlights

  • 7 day tour throughout Norway including Oslo, Trondheim, Lillehammer and Bergen
  • Leisure time in Lillehammer
  • Travel through the Gudbrandsdal Valley to Trondheim via train
  • Cruise on the world famous Hurtigruten to Bergen
  • Free time to explore Bergen, Norway’s second largest city
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys

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Egypt Group Discovery 9D/8N
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By Bamba
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Cairo, Luxor Temple, Madrid

Highlights

  • Dive into the hustle and bustle of Cairo’s city life Cruise along the Nile like a local on a traditional Felucca Visit the magical city of Luxor and learn about Egyptian history Marvel at ancient Egyptian sites including pyramids and temples

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We had an amazing experience in South Korea thanks to Bamba. The itinerary was well-planned, the transportation was comfortable, and the tours were unforgettable. We would definitely book with them again!"

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Premium Nepal & Bhutan
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Bhaktapur, Kathmandu, Mount Everest, Paro, Pokhara, Thimphu, Tibet

Highlights

  • Experience two incredible Feature Stays – a stylish and elegant resort right on the border of Chitwan National Park, and a traditionally beautiful and eco-conscious resort tucked away in the gorgeous valley of Paro.
  • Get an intimate look at local culture with Exclusive Experiences, including a cooking class with the Seven Women social enterprise, lunch with a Tibetan community in Nepal, and a conversation with a senior monk at a monastery in Bhutan.
  • Witness world-class mountain scenery during a picturesque hike through the inspiring landscapes of Pokhara.
  • Come face to face with rare and fascinating wildlife in the breathtaking Phobjika valley, including a visit to a protection and information centre for black-necked cranes, a Premium Exclusive Experience.
  • Climb to the teetering monastery of Taktsang (the Tiger's Nest) 900 metres above Paro’s valley floor and take in once-in-a-lifetime views.

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50 plus, High Adventure

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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Luxury Bali Romance
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5/5 Excellent
63 reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
Their trips are planned by a team of local specialists who really know Indonesia and can recommend the best places to visit to suit your interests.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Ubud, Uluwatu Temple

Highlights

  • Stay at 5-star luxury resort in Ubud & Uluwatu
  • Personal butler
  • Honeymoon photoshoot with Balinese-theme costume
  • Luxury couples spa with massage & flower bath
  • Private car with English-speaking driver
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50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning, Family Friendly, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Photography

What travelers are saying

"get an extraordinary experience when using their services.. because the waiters are cool.. people are friendly and can get to know new Balinese culture.. So recomended"

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Treasures of Spain and Portugal (Barcelona)
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By Trafalgar
preferred
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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50 plus, 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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50 plus, Cultural

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"Amazing people, Great Places Excellent service, tour guides and transportation."

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