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Wild beauties of Montenegro Adventure - 6 days
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Wild beauties of Montenegro Adventure - 6 days

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

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Durmitor NP, Monastery Moraca

Highlights

  • Walk through the true oasis of nature in one of the oldest European rainforests at Biogradska Gora NP
  • Savour the beauty of Durmitor mountain, peek into rural Montenegro or, simply, enjoy the Jeep safari ride
  • Explore the unbelievable and the last conquered canyon in Europe – Nevidio
  • Feel the power of nature on your rafting adventure on the Tara River

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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Shanghai 3-in-1 All-Inclusive: Culinary Tour, Tailor Made Clothes, & Sightseeing
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Shanghai 3-in-1 All-Inclusive: Culinary Tour, Tailor Made Clothes, & Sightseeing

By Tailor Made Shanghai
none
5/5 Excellent
5 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Shanghai, Yangtze River

Highlights

  • First and only 3-in-1 tour of its kind
  • Small groups to provide you more attention
  • $300 worth of free tailor made clothes
  • Enjoy 12 different types of Chinese cuisine

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"When I was presented with the opportunity to travel to Shanghai for the first time, I was incredibly excited to embark on such a captivating journey. The history, architecture & culture of China has always been fascinating to me. I had also never left the continent at the time too, so I knew there would be many new & unfamiliar experiences as well. David did a fantastic job at providing a very informative, meaningful & fun trip. With his guidance & planning, we got the unique opportunity to fully immerse ourselves in the wonderful foods, sights, fashion & culture that Shanghai has to offer. I also appreciated how he went out of his way to give our group a comfortably-paced & hassle-free trip. David led an incredibly memorable & inspiring trip that went beyond my expectations & I would highly recommend it!"

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Bosnia & Croatia Adventure - 13 days
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Bosnia & Croatia Adventure - 13 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, Dalmatian Coast, Dubrovnik, Hvar Island, Korcula Island , Split

Highlights

  • Find out why Sarajevo is known as ""Little Jerusalem""
  • Enter one of the last European rainforests – Perućica, a true laboratory of nature
  • Embrace а spectacular view of Makarska Riviera from the 25-meter-long glass promenade
  • True adventure starts with island hopping so get on board!

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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Bellingham & North Cascades Tour
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Bellingham & North Cascades Tour

By InquisiTours
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5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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San Juan Islands, 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

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

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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Golden Voyage Tour
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Golden Voyage Tour

By Nomadic of Blue Sky
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5/5 Excellent
13 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Ulaanbaatar

Highlights

  • Learn unique Mongolian Culture
  • Discover Nomadic lifstyle
  • Spot Wild and Domestic animals
  • Visit and meet real Nomads

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"The tour of Mongolia was amazing. My guide Tom is the Best guide of Mongolia. His knowledge of Mongolia inside and out is awesome and his English fluently. My driver Nimka was very safe and clever driver. He knows all ways of Mongolia. Thank you Nomadic of Blue Sky for taking care of every step of the trip. You made exploring the vast regions of the country very easy."

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7 Days – Canadian Rockies Van Tour
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7 Days – Canadian Rockies Van Tour

By Maxim Tours
none
4.5/5 Excellent
4 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Canadian Rockies, Jasper, Vancouver

Highlights

  • Explore the Sulphur Mountains
  • Jasper has to be one of the most beautiful drives in the world
  • Visit Banff
  • Explore Kamloops
  • Opportunity sightseeing tour of Vancouver

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"My group of 23 patrons arranged an 11 day trip to Hawaii which also included a stay in San Francisco and Grand Canyon. Of those 11 days, 3 of them were arranged in such a way that our airline flights were booked in afternoon and nothing was arranged for the morning. When we inquired about these gaps in the schedule, we were informed that we should “just relax on those days”. We were never informed of check in times so we were often rushed in the afternoons. We arranged several excursions through your company at great expense but none of them were arranged correctly. Most days comprised of a Burger King lunch or preordered tacos. What happened to the “delicious cuisine” we were promised? We requested a trip to the Shiv temple. All we got was to see the outside because your company didn’t bother checking to see if appointments were needed to tour the inside. We were told there would be whale watching but no arrangements were made and when we inquired about that, we were given a ridiculous amount of excuses. We arranged for a trip to Napa valley. Once again your company failed to check on your requirements and didn’t make reservations, therefore we couldn’t tour any winery and just spent 20 minutes walking around outside. I am absolutely disgusted with your company and after spending thousands of dollars with you, I expected an elaborate vacation. I would have been better off arranging my own flights and hotel and having the hotel concierge arrange our excursions. We will never use your company again and we will be sure to publish this exact email on social media."

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4 Day Overnight Andes Trekking and Horseback Riding
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4 Day Overnight Andes Trekking and Horseback Riding

By Latin Adventures
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4.5/5 Excellent
17 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Andes Mountains, Cotopaxi, Quito

Highlights

  • Visit the Interpretation´s Center where we’ll learn about the flora and the fauna
  • Visit canyon of Rio Toachi and have some nice hours hiking and relaxing at the riverbed
  • Enjoy spectacular mountain Andes views
  • Visit Quilotoa Crater and hike down and up to Chugchilan

Themes

Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I can't say enough about how great my experience was with Latin Adventures Tour. Our tour guide, Diageo, was great. Very knowledgeable, friendly and fun and just made our overall tour very enjoyable. Highly recommended and will definitely use again!"

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Cuenca & Surroundings, Culture & Traditions
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Cuenca & Surroundings, Culture & Traditions

By Latin Adventures
none
4.5/5 Excellent
17 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Andes Mountains, Cuenca

Highlights

  • Explore Cuenca is a city well known for its history, sacred art museums, and archaeological sites
  • Opportunity to visit the New Cathedral, Central Park, Old Cathedral, Plaza de Las Flores, The Hat Factory, Museums
  • Visit Cajas National Park, which is located 30km east of Cuenca
  • Enjoy the beautiful landscape of mountains, we´ll stop in the town of San Bartolome
  • Visit Ingapirca ruins for a complete tour of the ruins and archaeological museum

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"I can't say enough about how great my experience was with Latin Adventures Tour. Our tour guide, Diageo, was great. Very knowledgeable, friendly and fun and just made our overall tour very enjoyable. Highly recommended and will definitely use again!"

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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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