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New Zealand: The South Island
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New Zealand: The South Island

By VBT Bicycling Vacations
premier
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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

"We just returned from our fifth VBT trip - this time to the Dolomites. It was a great trip and we are adding it to our "best" VBT trip list, along with the Czech Republic and the Tuscan Coast. Our friends at home thought we must be biking maniacs to bike in the Dolomite mountains, but we told them we would be in the flat valleys. Actually, we were wrong - much of the biking is not even flat, it is downhill! One day we started high in the valley above Merano, Italy, at scenic Lake Resia, and biked downhill back to Merano on a beautiful dedicated bike path along the Adige river. Our guides were fantastic. Martin is from Bolzano and is a font of information about the South Tyrol region. Christian, from the south, has a classic cheerful Italian personality and told us many facts (and jokes) about Italian idiosyncrasies. As always, the hotel accommodations (and breakfasts!) were excellent - better than we would sign up for if we on our own vacation."

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Glaciers, Falls & Tango
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Glaciers, Falls & Tango

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
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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Greek Island Wanderer
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Greek Island Wanderer

By Explore!
premier
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
Trip pace
Full schedule

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

"Wonderful holiday, beautiful area, our guide Andy was excellent, friendly and very competent and the group was fun and great company. Our hosts on the farm were lovely, I enjoyed the cooking lesson and the food was very good - fresh and home cooked - all good"

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Greece Panorama Adventure
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Greece Panorama Adventure

By Greece Insiders
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
Designing original, innovative, and out-of-the-box travel itineraries and incredible personalized service.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Acropolis, Akrotiri, Archaeological Museum of Athens, Athens, Epidaurus, Heraklion, Meteora , Mycenae, Olympia, Santorini, Thessaloniki

Highlights

  • Cook and have lunch with a local family in the Peloponnese
  • Visit the most important archeological sites of Greece
  • Experience a speed-boat Private Tour at the sandy beaches of Crete
  • Hike the Caldera of Santorini
  • End your trip with a cruise witnessing the most famous sunset of Greece

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Education / Learning, Family Friendly, Hiking & Walking, Photography, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Normally, I don't feel like writing reviews, but I felt compelled to do it for Athens Insiders. I made the decision to travel to Athens in the summer of 2012 in order to avoid the commotion that was predicted to result from the Queen's jubilee. As usual, my work kept me busy right up to the last minute, so I ran out of time to do anything fun for my week-long trip. I learned about this young group of tour guides for Athens and its vicinity from a friend. I had a wonderful experience. I got in touch with Daphne, who gave me email recommendations for Athens attractions to see, inquired about my preferences for local cuisine, and then devised an itinerary for my trip. In addition to visiting the typical suspects in Athens (Acropolis, etc.), I also chose to travel to Delhi and spend a night at a campground there. And I had a great time, honestly. We visited the attractions when there were few visitors and spent the busiest times outside of Athens rather than being herded around like cattle. I was taken to incredible tiny eateries (the well-known tavernas), marketplaces, and other regional shops."

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Tour du Mont Blanc Hotel Trek
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Tour du Mont Blanc Hotel Trek

By Exodus Travels
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4.8/5 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

Chamonix

Highlights

  • Stay in a variety of small, friendly hotels and pensions
  • Walk in the shadow of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in western Europe
  • Enjoy the spectacular scenery of this world-famous route
  • Three rest days to explore the alpine towns of Courmayeur, Les Contamines and Chamonix.
  • No camping

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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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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Malta and Gozo Discovery
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Malta and Gozo Discovery

By Explore!
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4.7/5 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
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Gozo, Grand Harbour, Mdina, Mosta, Sicily, Sliema, Valletta

Highlights

  • Highlights tour of Malta and Gozo exploring these Mediterranean islands
  • Explore Malta's capital of Valetta and its fortifications, churches, Grand Harbour
  • Discover the oldest freestanding structures in the world including the temple of Ggantija

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Wonderful holiday, beautiful area, our guide Andy was excellent, friendly and very competent and the group was fun and great company. Our hosts on the farm were lovely, I enjoyed the cooking lesson and the food was very good - fresh and home cooked - all good"

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Kerala Backwaters
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Kerala Backwaters

By Explore!
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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

Cochi, Kerala, Kochi, Munnar, Periyar, Western Ghats

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in Keralan culture on this exploration of 'God's Own Country'
  • Relax on a traditional houseboat and journey through the famous Kerala backwaters
  • Experience Keralan hospitality and village life with a homestay at a local house

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Wonderful holiday, beautiful area, our guide Andy was excellent, friendly and very competent and the group was fun and great company. Our hosts on the farm were lovely, I enjoyed the cooking lesson and the food was very good - fresh and home cooked - all good"

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Turkey in Depth
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Turkey in Depth

By Explore!
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4.8/5 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

Visits

Acropolis, Ankara, Antalya, Aphrodisias, Blue Mosque, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Goreme, Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Konya, Pamukkale, Pergamum, Selcuk, Troy

Highlights

  • Explore Turkey's highlights on this comprehensive two week trip
  • Visit famous Greco-Roman sites, enjoy vibrant cities and relax on the stunning coastline
  • Discover Cappadocia's unusual landscape, underground cities and rock-cut churches

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Wonderful holiday, beautiful area, our guide Andy was excellent, friendly and very competent and the group was fun and great company. Our hosts on the farm were lovely, I enjoyed the cooking lesson and the food was very good - fresh and home cooked - all good"

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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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Naomi

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

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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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