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Cultural Local Immersion & Homestays Tours & Trips

11,985 Cultural trips. Tours from 919 tour companies. 35,018 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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Kingdom of Bhutan
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4.1/5 Great
10 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Kathmandu, Punakha, Thimpu

Highlights

  • Enjoy a full day tour of Thimphu, Bhutan's bustling capital
  • Explore the picturesque Punakha Valley
  • Horseback ride to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery
  • Meet students at the famous 'Painting School'
  • View ancient Buddhist texts in Thimphu
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Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Straight forward to book on-line. Any problems are dealt with on telephone & the staff are very helpful."

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Hidden Wonders of Myanmar
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5/5 Excellent
8 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Mandalay, Yangon

Highlights

  • Sunset At U Bein Bridge Explore Temple Town The Golden Shwedagon Pagoda

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Religious

What travelers are saying

"Amazing trip of a lifetime from Amsterdam to Budapest. Great food, great drinks, amazing service, beautiful ships, incredible scenery, well planned with great variety. I would definitely recommend APT, only wish we were doing it all again"

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Vietnam Bespoke Luxury 11 days
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5/5 Excellent
9 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Mekong Delta

Highlights

  • Explore Hanoi get an opportunity to experience local immersion by visiting Ancient village
  • Drive to Halong Bay via the Red River Delta then start cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay
  • Explore Thien Canh Son Cave, located at the center of the World Heritage Area- Halong Bay
  • Excursion to Mekong Delta revolves much around the river, most of the villages are often accessible

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Very professional and will help orchestrate a wonderful tour designed just for you!"

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Pagan Festivals of Sardinia
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5/5 Excellent
10 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Attend Sardinia's wildly colorful cultural festivals, with dancing, music, parades, and costumed participants
  • Enjoy hikes leading to archaeological sites, including Tharros, dating from 800 BC, and Tomba di Giganti S’Ena è Thomes, a burial from the Bronze Age
  • Meet cheesemakers, artisans, learn culinary secrets, taste robust wines

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"I have taken 13 trips with WT, most recently a marvelous adventure in Viet Nam and Cambodia. Always difficult to name a favorite since their trips offer such a great mix of culture, history and scenic wonders. Each trip is unique but all trips share their great attention to detail, incredible trip leaders and a single, professional point of contact. Our Viet Nam trip no exception, the opportunities for exposure to the history, and culture (and incredible cuisine) was outstanding! Looking forward to my 14th!"

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Impressions of Italy
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5/5 Excellent
2 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Doge’s Palace, Florence, Piazza San Marco, Rome, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Venice

Highlights

  • Explore Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace in Venice
  • Enjoy a boat ride through the canals of Venice with your own private gondolier
  • Experience the birthplace of the Renaissance with a private tour of Florence
  • Marvel at the history of art at the Uffizi Gallery
  • Shop for fashion at famous, high-end retailers
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Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Education / Learning, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative, Religious

What travelers are saying

"The wildlife viewing was incredible! We were able to take superb photos and the knowledge guides were enjoyable. We were impressed with our accommodations and especially the tented camps. The service at the camps were first rate!"

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Classic Rhine Cruise (Amsterdam - Basel), MS Crucebelle
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5/5 Excellent
6 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Basel, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Strasbourg

Highlights

  • 4 countries visited
  • no need to pack/unpack on every stop
  • stops in the hearts of the cities

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"I recommend this tour to everyone without exception. I am an experienced traveler, made sea cruises on huge liners, as well as river cruises around the world. A cruise along the Danube stands out from the crowd with the extraordinary beauty of landscapes, tranquility and grandeur. Days spent on board were filled with care and comfort. Food and service were excellent! All dietary requirements are met, lactose free food is provided upon request - very important for my family. The weak point of the cruise is the limited time in some ports - would be great to spend at least 5-6h. The ship itself is clean and comfortable, the cabin is being cleaned 2 times a day - morning and evening. What I personally liked is the possibility to join city tours as it was our first time on the Danube and we wanted to learn as much as we could. It is better to choose tours you'd like to join before the cruise - to secure a place within a group. It was a wonderful experience for my family. You are sure to enjoy this route for your vacation."

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Discovering the Chindwin River Aboard the Orcaella
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5/5 Excellent
17 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Buddha Lotus Garden, Chindwin River, Mandalay, Thanboddhay Pagoda

Highlights

  • Journey overland to Monywa and the colourful Thanboddhay Pagoda
  • Witness a Buddhist novitiation ceremony at Mokehtaw
  • Tuk tuk excursion to the Buddha Lotus Garden in Homalin
  • Tour of Mingun and the Mahar Min Kyaung Monastery

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Amazing luxury hotels with incredible staff in gorgeous places - our new favorite home away from home!"

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Vietnam and Cambodia Highlights
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5/5 Excellent
8 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Ho Chi Minh, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Ta Prohm Temple:Discover the world heritage listed Temple of Ta Prohm
  • Tan Chau Rickshaw:Enjoy a rickshaw ride around Tan Chau
  • Buddhist Blessing:Partake in an authentic Buddhist blessing at the Monastery of Oudong

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Religious

What travelers are saying

"Amazing trip of a lifetime from Amsterdam to Budapest. Great food, great drinks, amazing service, beautiful ships, incredible scenery, well planned with great variety. I would definitely recommend APT, only wish we were doing it all again"

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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

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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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Highlights of Albania

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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