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Simply Japan
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Simply Japan

By Explore!
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4.4/5 Great
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

Hakone, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Matsumoto, Mount Fuji, Nijo Castle, Osaka, Takayama, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Experience the buzz of modern Tokyo and ancient Kyoto's temples, shrines and Zen gardens
  • Meet the snow monkeys and spend a night in temple lodgings, joining the monks for morning prayers
  • Explore the samurai district of Kanazawa and try Japan's best sake at Takayama

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"This is my fifth trip with Explore and it didn’t disappoint me. The organisation and itinerary was very good despite the 24hr delay in one couple joining us. Everything was fantastic with even some of our camp accommodation being upgraded! A special thanks to Salah, our guide for his humour, knowledge patience and huge efforts to give us the most incredible holiday experience!"

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Inside Vietnam + Cambodia Highlights
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Inside Vietnam + Cambodia Highlights

By Explore!
premier
4/5 Great
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

Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Cu Chi Tunnels, Danang, Halong Bay , Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Hue, Imperial Citadel, Mekong Delta, Oudong, Perfume River, Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh , Saigon, Siem Reap, Silk Island, Ta Prohm, Thien Mu Pagoda, Tonle Sap Lake

Highlights

  • A 3-week journey through the ancient and modern highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia
  • Discover the natural beauty, fascinating history and fresh and tasty food of Vietnam
  • Explore the grand and once-lost jungle temples of Angkor in Cambodia

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"This is my fifth trip with Explore and it didn’t disappoint me. The organisation and itinerary was very good despite the 24hr delay in one couple joining us. Everything was fantastic with even some of our camp accommodation being upgraded! A special thanks to Salah, our guide for his humour, knowledge patience and huge efforts to give us the most incredible holiday experience!"

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Cambodia: Hike, Bike & Kayak
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Cambodia: Hike, Bike & Kayak

By Intrepid Travel
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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
Balanced schedule

Visits

Killing Fields, Mekong River , Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh , Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Temple hop through the Angkor complex and surrounding jungle by bike – two wheels allow you to discover this incredible UNESCO World Heritage site from unique perspectives.
  • Paddle through the spectacular flooded forests of Stung Treng by kayak and try to spot the rare Irrawaddy dolphins from the water on a boat excursion along parts of the Mekong River.
  • Take to a mountain bike and cycle through quiet roads, orchards and rice paddies on an island within the Mekong Delta.
  • Cycle off the main streets and into the heart of Phnom Penh with a guided backstreets bike tour – weaving through small villages and rice paddies to see local life firsthand.
  • Discover traditional Khmer villages and their dedication to reforestation on the island of Koh Trong and swing the day away in a hammock at your rural homestay, getting to know the locals over a homecooked dinner.

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

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"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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Explore Jamaica
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Explore Jamaica

By Explore!
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3.9/5 Great
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
Easy

Visits

Bar, Blue Lagoon, Blue Mountains, Caribbean, Georgia, Montego Bay

Highlights

  • Discover the real Jamaica from white-sand beaches and local rum to the lush Blue Mountains
  • Swim in crystal clear waters and explore miles of white-sand beach
  • Feast on local food and rum and see Bob Marley's home

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"This is my fifth trip with Explore and it didn’t disappoint me. The organisation and itinerary was very good despite the 24hr delay in one couple joining us. Everything was fantastic with even some of our camp accommodation being upgraded! A special thanks to Salah, our guide for his humour, knowledge patience and huge efforts to give us the most incredible holiday experience!"

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Malaysia and Singapore Explorer
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Malaysia and Singapore Explorer

By Explore!
premier
5/5 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

Andaman Sea, Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur

Highlights

  • Explore Singapore's Marina and discover the best of peninsular Malaysia
  • Walk through the mossy forest and try local tea in the Cameron Highlands
  • Try tasty street food and take in the views from atop Penang Hill

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"This is my fifth trip with Explore and it didn’t disappoint me. The organisation and itinerary was very good despite the 24hr delay in one couple joining us. Everything was fantastic with even some of our camp accommodation being upgraded! A special thanks to Salah, our guide for his humour, knowledge patience and huge efforts to give us the most incredible holiday experience!"

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The Five Stans of the Silk Road
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The Five Stans of the Silk Road

By Exodus Travels
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5/5 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

Bukhara

Highlights

  • Door to Hell giant burning gas pit in Turkmenistan
  • Islamic architecture and ruins along the great Silk Road
  • Villages and lakes of the Fann and Tien Shan mountains
  • Post-Soviet grand monuments
  • History of traders, preachers and invaders

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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"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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Thailand and the Temples of Angkor
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Thailand and the Temples of Angkor

By Trafalgar
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3/5 Average
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

  • 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
  • 14 Breakfast (B)
  • 7 Lunch (L)
  • 2 Dinner (D)
  • 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"The 13 day trip was packed with exciting destinations from the start. We were able to see architecture from the 7th century, along with palaces, castles and churches from centuries gone by. Our tour director, *************, was incredibly knowledgeable about the areas we visited. He and our driver, Karoly, took us on the best European trip we have had so far. Zermatt and The Matterhorn were my favorites. We would definitely use Trafalgar again and would try to book with Tony and Karoly. Thank you!!"

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Classic Rajasthan
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Classic Rajasthan

By Intrepid Travel
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4.9/5 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
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Jaipur, Rajasthan, Udaipur

Highlights

  • This is our most popular trip to Rajasthan and one of the top-selling trips in our entire range. Opulent, whimsical, and endlessly fascinating – Rajasthan will no doubt capture your imagination and your heart too.
  • Don't worry if you find the idea of travelling to India daunting at first - your local leader will be on hand to give you all the insider info to help you have a memorable experience of this captivating, but sometimes challenging, country.
  • Walk past hills, shimmering lakes, and marble palaces of Udaipur – India’s most romantic city and one of our favourites. Read more about why here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/venice-of-the-east-india-udaipur/
  • Watch the sunset from a rampart on Fort Madhogarh, one of our heritage hotels (and a former royal residence) that will be your accommodation while here.
  • Keep your adrenaline charged with an evening tiger-spotting safari among the lakes and jungles of one of India's best known national parks - Ranthambhore.
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Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

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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Highlights of Albania

As always Explore has succeeded in putting together a tour that gives you a good feel for the country you are visiting and its people and culture. There were place...

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Highlights of Albania

Excellent trip with a great leader and itinerary.

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Apr 2024

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Highlights of Albania

Mixed feelings. Fabulous countryside, mountains & valleys, rivers & greenery. Lovely churches, mosques, museums & old Roman remains. But towns in 1st w...

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Apr 2024

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Highlights of Albania

Lovely trip, beautiful country, nice people, good food,...

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Apr 2024

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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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