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

By Crucemundo
none
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

  • 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

"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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Discover Kerala
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Discover Kerala

By Contes Asia Travel
none
5/5 Excellent
12 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Kerala

Highlights

  • Explore Kerala
  • Discover Munnar
  • Visit Mattupetty dam, Kundala Lake
  • Explore Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the world’s most fascinating natural wildlife reserves
  • See the Houseboat which is also called as Kettuvallom

Themes

18 - 30's, Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"I got to arrive just when the whole coronavirus thing exploded! I was the last foreigner this agency received as they closed borders in India!... the truth is that super well everything, helped me a lot and solved problems that were coming out during the journey like closing points of interest, museums, restaurants, Etc! The guides I had amazing, spoke very well Spanish and English... Mohsin, the driver I had for the longest driving very well and was very kind! I really appreciate everything you did for me, I had an amazing experience Thanks to Sabi and the whole team Contes Asia."

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Eastern Africa High Season
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Eastern Africa High Season

By Mango African Safaris
none
5/5 Excellent
2 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Masai Mara National Park, Nairobi, Serengeti National Park, Zanzibar

Highlights

  • While camping on Singita Mara River be prepared to see high concentrations of wildlife of the Serengeti National Park.
  • Visit Giraffe Manor where you can feed and photograph the Giraffe upclose
  • See exotic beaches of Mnemba Island, Zanzibar
  • Learn about the Samburu Tribe
  • Enjoy walking safari, guided bush/nature walk and nighttime game drives with professional guides

Themes

Birding, Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Safari

What travelers are saying

"Casey did an outstanding job putting our trip together. She listened to us and made suggestions when we weren't sure about what we wanted. We knew there were a few things we wanted to do, and she included those perfectly into our plans. Many other travelers and staff commented that our trip included so many varied experiences, and asked which agency had planned it. We will definitely be using Mango African Safaris for our next trip."

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5 Days Mt.Kenya Sirimon -Sirimon ,Sweet Waters
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5 Days Mt.Kenya Sirimon -Sirimon ,Sweet Waters

By Tours by Locals
none
4.7/5 Excellent
13 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Nairobi

Highlights

  • Explore Nanyuki
  • Discover camping in Old Moses and Shiptons Camp
  • Experience game drive in Nanyuki

Themes

Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I booked with Tours by Locals on Jan. 31, 2019. We were on a cruise out of New York City. We were due to arrive back to port in the morning and booked this to fill our day before we flew out in the evening. Two days before our tour I received an email that our guide was no longer available and they would try to find another. They didn't and cancelled our tour that had been booked for almost 9 months."

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

By Crucemundo
none
5/5 Excellent
6 reviews
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

"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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Burma: Land of Golden Temples & Floating Gardens
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Burma: Land of Golden Temples & Floating Gardens

By Gutsy Women Travel
none
5/5 Excellent
4 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bagan, Phnom Penh , Rangoon, Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon

Highlights

  • Explore Rangoon on a guided walking tour
  • Welcome Briefing before witnessing the most sacred Buddhist site in all of Burma—Shwedagon Pagoda
  • Discover local culture and traditions on a tour of Burma
  • Discover Bagan's thousands of pagodas during a hot air balloon ride You may wish to rise early this morning for an optional hot-air balloon ride
  • Experience Dhammayangyi the largest temple in Myanmar
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Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Women Only, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"I loved my 2013 trip to Africa!!! The itinerary rocked as did the accommodations. It fulfilled my expectations beyond my wildest dreams come true. Returning to Africa in 2015 as I loved it very much. Probably will squeeze Costa Rica this year!!!"

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Morocco
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Morocco

By The Vacation Project
none
5/5 Excellent
8 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Marrakech

Highlights

  • Stay with a local family in the local community.
  • Discover the spots that most tourists won't know about
  • Explore Marrakech

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Singles Travel, Transformative, Volunteering & Community Service

What travelers are saying

"We went to a custom trip to Nepal with the Vacation Project in April and it was the best time of my life. Getting to know new people, traditions and culture was truly amazing. Our guide Rakesh was well prepared and made us feel like we were long time friends, which made the time in Nepal really special. Working with the children in Changu was amazing and all i can hope for is that i made an impact on their lifes, just like they made on mine. I can totally recommend a trip with TVP!"

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Serbia & Montenegro Adventure - 14 days
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Serbia & Montenegro Adventure - 14 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

Belgrade, Biogradska Gora NP, Biogradsko Lake, Black Lake, Durmitor NP, Lake Skadar, Montenegro

Highlights

  • Explore the stupendous Fruška Gora mountain in its full glory
  • Stroll down the Kusturica’ enchanting ethno-village Wooden Town
  • Feel the adrenalin rush on your Zip Line adventure, 170m above the Tara River Canyon
  • Visit the authentic household and taste the organic extra virgin olive oil

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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  • 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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