Homestays &amp; Local Immersion River Cruise Tours &amp; Trips

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5/5 Excellent

River Cruise

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Koblenz, Rudesheim, Trier

Highlights

1 country 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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Romantic Rhine Cruise (Mainz - Amsterdam), MS Crucebelle

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5/5 Excellent

River Cruise

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Strasbourg

Highlights

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

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays

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Romantic Rhine Cruise (Amsterdam - Mainz), MS Crucebelle

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5/5 Excellent

River Cruise

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Strasbourg

Highlights

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

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays

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8 days From$1,465

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Best of China

By APT Touring

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5/5 Excellent

8 reviews

River Cruise

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Beijing, Great Wall of China, Shanghai, Three Gorges Dam, Xian

Highlights

Dine At The Great Wall:Be the envy of your friends with a private chef-prepared buffet lunch on a quiet stretch of the Great Wall of China
Summer Palace Cruise:Glide across Kunming Lake aboard a traditional vessel to admire the gardens and ancient pavilions of the Summer Palace
See The Terracotta Warriors:Descend into dark excavation pits to glimpse the life-sized clay soldiers of the ancient Terracotta Army in Xi'an

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Small Ship Cruise

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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13 days From$5,455

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Classic Rhine Cruise (Basel - Amsterdam), MS Crucebelle

none

5/5 Excellent

River Cruise

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Basel, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Strasbourg

Highlights

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

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays

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Majestic Danube Cruise (Vienna - Budapest - Vienna), MS Crucestar

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5/5 Excellent

River Cruise

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Bratislava, Budapest, Linz, Vienna

Highlights

3 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

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8 days From$1,300

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The Grand Danube Explorer

By Shearings Holidays

none

5/5 Excellent

4 reviews

River Cruise

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Bratislava, Budapest, Linz, Vienna

Highlights

Discover breath-taking Budapest, the Hungarian capital
Admire the wonderful Wachau Valley with a scenic tour
Explore Austria, Slovakia and Hungary with a relaxing river cruise

Themes

Cultural, 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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Legendary Rhine Cruise (Mainz - Amsterdam), MS Crucevita

none

5/5 Excellent

River Cruise

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Strasbourg

Highlights

3 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

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8 days From$1,601

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Mexico Unplugged

By Intrepid Travel

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4.5/5 Excellent

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

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Central America, Chichen Itza, Mexico City, Palenque, Playa del Carmen, San Cristobal

Highlights

Visit the community of San Pedro Tlahuac, home to Nahuatl descendants who practice traditions like chinampa farming, fiestas and ancient ceremonies.
Wander the stalls, snap some photos and pick up traditional handicrafts at the markets in Mexico City and Puebla.
Escape the Mexican heat in the highlands of San Cristobal de las Casas and explore surrounding villages where traditional customs and roots are thriving.
Explore the stunning Mayan temples of Palenque dating back to AD600 and stroll through Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Finish off your epic journey and recharge with a little beach time in the beachside hub of Playa del Carmen.

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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Italy Bellissimo

By Trafalgar

preferred

4.2/5 Great

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

Montecatini Terme: Join the Callistri family at their borgo in the Hamlet of Limonaia for a delicious Italian Be My Guest dinner, olive oil tasting and leisurely walk through their olive groves and lemon orchards.
Rome: Gain early access to the Vatican Museums to marvel at the magnificent work of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel.
Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
Rome: Discover ancient treasures of Rome with a passionate local. See Circus Maximus and the Ancient Forum, and stand beside the Colosseum, which bears witness to the limitless courage of the gladiators.
Pompeii: Walk with a Local Specialist through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century.

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning, Local Immersion & Homestays

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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Easy Pace Italy (Winter, Classic)

By Insight Vacations

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4.4/5 Great

Group Tour

Why we love them

They really care about everyone's individual needs on each tour and they have an incredible attention to detail.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Florence: Stand beside Michelangelo's monumental statue, 'David', in the Accademia Gallery, and admire the exquisite technique and absorbing history behind the world's most famous sculpture.
Florence: Take a stroll with your Travel Director to Piazza Santa Croce and immerse yourself in the essence of la dolce vita of Florence while you enjoy a typical Italian treat in a local café.
Florence: Enjoy a stroll through Renaissance Florence and admire the medieval buildings that gave birth to this new style of architecture.
Pisa: Your Local Expert will show you the baptistery bristling with marble spines, the colonnaded bell tower lurching behind the 11th century cathedral and of course, the famous Leaning Tower in the Square of Miracles.
Venice: With your Travel Director cruise to St. Mark's Square and see the Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark's Basilica.

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"It gives a great overview of the places + monuments of Italy! Obviously, you cannot see ALL of Italy in 17 days, but you get a great taste. It helps you decide if you'd like to go back to certain places (Capri!) to stay longer."

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Treasures of Ireland (Dublin)

By Brendan Vacations

none

4.2/5 Great

5 reviews

Group Tour

Why we love them

They have a high level of personalized attention and curated itineraries for Ireland & Scotland.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

: Explore Dublin, Titanic Story in Cobh and Killarney National Park with a Local Specialist
: Discover Waterford, Cork and Killarney
: Visit Trinity College, Glendalough, Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Torc Waterfall, Foynes Flying Boat Museum and the Cliffs of Moher
: View St. Kevin's Cross in Glendalough and King John's Castle in Limerick
: See Dublin's Georgian Squares

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"We just went on Iconic Ireland and Ashford Castle and had a wonderful time. This was our first bus tour and we didn't know quite what to expect, however, we couldn't have had a more perfect time. Ireland is a beautiful country and we were stunned and thrilled with all the beauty we were able to see. The hotels were great - some definitely better than others but all were comfortable. My only complaint was that our last hotel had no ac and Ireland was experiencing a heat wave so the fan didn't help very much. That wasn't anyone's fault and I just went with the flow. Barbara (our guide) and Marina (our driver) were great and genuinely seemed to be concerned with everyone's comfort. The grande finale of Ashford Castle was incredible. Such a beautiful place and to be able to stay a night there was incredible. I ended up doing the Hawk Walk and horseback riding and I would recommend both - especially the hawk walk to anyone - I think people who are good riders would probably get to do more than we did but it was still great. I would recommend Brendan and this trip to anyone. Perfect amount of down time and activity. Loved it!"

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Authentic Cambodia and Vietnam In 14 Days

By Realistic Asia

premier

5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They focus on the details to ensure that their travelers get a great introduction to their home country of Vietnam.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Cu Chi Tunnels, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Hue, Mekong Delta, Mekong River , Phnom Penh , Siem Reap

Highlights

Get onto the ancient world of Angkor era
Explore the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels System which was used during the Vietnam War
Discover the local's life alongside the mighty Mekong River
Go fishing and ride a basket boat in the charming Hoi An
Cruise through the emerald water and thousands of limestone karsts

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"Our family had an amazing time with Realistic Asia’s package. The tour was very suitable for my family, which included children since we loved trekking. We enjoyed the stunning views, and the trek was at an easy pace for our kids. The tour guides and the staff are very professional and enthusiastic. I was very impressed with their attitude. We were very happy with the service and the places we have been to."

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Begum

Oct 2015

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I love our tour leader Edith and

I love our tour leader Edith and the support we got from her was excellent!

Ida

Oct 2015

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A great variety of experiences (learning about

A great variety of experiences (learning about culture, but also being in nature and doing some more physically challenging activities). Great tour leader and great ...

Paul

Sep 2015

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I felt we covered a lot in

I felt we covered a lot in a short time and there was a flexible app...

geraint

Sep 2015

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Great country, people, food and quality of

Great country, people, food and quality of the trip & leader

Xiao

Sep 2015

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I thoroughly enjoyed my Intrepid tour and

I thoroughly enjoyed my Intrepid tour and all the optional activities on offer. It's great to travel with the comforts of having transport and accommodation already ...