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2,677 Homestays & Local Immersion trips. Tours from 261 tour companies. 10,315 reviews. 4.6/5 avg rating.

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Simply Serbia Adventure - 7 days
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Simply Serbia Adventure - 7 days

By Serbia Tour Operator
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5/5 Excellent
11 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Belgrade

Highlights

  • Meet lovely Zemun, baroque face of Belgrade (along the Danube)
  • Explore the stupendous Fruška Gora mountain in its full glory
  • Take a deep breath on flourishing Zlatibor, the beautiful air spa mountain
  • Seize a moment and enjoy the picturesque Uvac meanders guarded by the Griffon Vulture

Themes

High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"I took "Red Belgrade-Communist Era" tour on corona times. From the first contact, staff took care of things in a very friendly, flexible and professional way. The tour I got was informative and fun, explaining not only Serbia but other Yugoslav countries. Fully recommended."

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Balkan Contrasts Adventure - 16 days
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Balkan Contrasts Adventure - 16 days

By Serbia Tour Operator
none
5/5 Excellent
11 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Croatia, Dubrovnik, Hvar Island, Lake Skadar, Sarajevo, Split

Highlights

  • Blend in with the locals in the vibrant Baščaršija bazaar in Sarajevo
  • Fall in love with Zelengora’s natural beauty
  • Rate your impressions about „pošip“ and „grk“, authentic sorts of wine in Korčula Island
  • Enjoy a boat ride to the charming islet Our lady of the Rocks in Perast

Themes

High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"I took "Red Belgrade-Communist Era" tour on corona times. From the first contact, staff took care of things in a very friendly, flexible and professional way. The tour I got was informative and fun, explaining not only Serbia but other Yugoslav countries. Fully recommended."

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16 days From$3,399
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Pagan Festivals of Sardinia
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Pagan Festivals of Sardinia

By Wilderness Travel
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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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Impressions of Italy

By Travcoa
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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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Classic Rhine Cruise (Amsterdam - Basel), MS Crucebelle

By Crucemundo
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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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The Tsar’s Gold Westbound from Mongolia:Trans-Siberian Railway
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The Tsar’s Gold Westbound from Mongolia:Trans-Siberian Railway

By Nomadic Expeditions
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5/5 Excellent
1 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Altai Mountains, Gandan Monastery, Gobi Desert, Lake Baikal, Moscow, Ulaanbaatar

Highlights

  • Explore the mustical,Gobi Desert, Flaming Cliffs,Tugrugiin Shiree,Yol Valley and Mol tsog Els.
  • Trans-­Siberian Railroad with exclusive photo stops.
  • Daily lectures about countries, people and cultures.
  • Pristine Siberian villages and landscape.
  • Train ride along the traditional Trans-­Siberian railway with 2 exclusive photo stops.
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Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, Education / Learning, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, 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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Highlights of Iceland
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Highlights of Iceland

By Travcoa
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5/5 Excellent
2 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Reykjavík

Highlights

  • Learn about living in the Arctic in Akureyri
  • Take a Herring Adventure in the North Atlantic sea
  • Walk on the Sólheimajökull Glacier
  • Explore steaming thermal geysers and towering waterfalls along the Golden Circle
  • Ride a snowmobile on the Langjökull Glacier

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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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Escape to Provence
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Escape to Provence

By Shearings Holidays
none
5/5 Excellent
4 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Arles, Avignon, Lyon

Highlights

  • Admire picturesque Provence
  • Discover ancient Avignon
  • Take in the wild Camargue

Themes

Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"Just returned from Miramar hotel in Bellaria great holiday , lovely Room but are at the back of hotel ,so if you want to see the great view of the Adriatic you need to upgrade before you go as there is no chance of this when you are there ,hotel was full ,food was good lots of choices but on one cake or fruit for sweets most hotels we have been in Italy they have ice-cream for deserts ��, they give you beach towels which we used and went on the great beach opposite hotel 15 euros for two beds and brolly �� we had a great time"

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Irish Elegance

We were pleased with the pace and timing allotted to our daily stops and destinations, and the variety of activities included (carriage ride, ferry crossing, morni...

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The stay at Ashford Castle is lovely. However, we would have preferred an earlier arrival there to enjoy some of the other castle offerings. The travel itinerary cov...

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Touring with a well informed “brilliant” countryman and incredibly talented driver are a must if you want to see, learn and experience Ireland! I’d definitely do som...

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  • Do your research and ask questions. Homestays can be a wonderful insight into local life, but occasionally hotels are falsely advertised as "home stays".
  • Be a courteous guest. Tidy up after yourself, and look out for house rules, such as taking your shoes off before entering. Your host should enjoy having you as much as you enjoy staying there!
  • Stretch beyond your comfort zone! You may encounter squat toilets, cold showers and strange new foods, but it's all part of the experience. And who knows, you may find you have a taste for boiled frog or fried crickets.
  • Spend time with your hosts. A homestay is more than simply renting a room - it is a chance to get involved with a family's way of life. And don't forget that the reason many people agree to host is to learn about your culture, too.

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