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703 Ruins & Archaeology trips. Tours from 134 tour companies. 768 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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The Classic Inca Trail
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
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Full schedule

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Inca Trail, Machu Picchu

Highlights

  • Enjoy 4 days and 3 nights on the original Inca Path
  • Small-group journey led by a high-rated Guide
  • Watch stunning ancient sites and cross the famous Dead Woman Pass.
  • Enter Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate, only reserved for the Inca Trail hikers
  • Explore the Inca Citadel, Machu Picchu, listening to all about its key and fun facts.
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Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, Education / Learning, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

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"A pleasure to work with Salkantay trekking. Their pre trip organisation's and friendly and comprehensive responses really made booking easy. The tour was well organized with great meals along route and a fantatsic guide who was friendly and knowledgeable through out ensuring you maximized your experience"

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Beauty of Vietnam and Cambodia 15 days
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5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Cu Chi Tunnels, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh, Phnom Penh , Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Bai Dinh Pagoda– Trang An Tour
  • Explore Bai Tu Long Bay – Thien Canh Sơn – Cap La
  • Vung Vieng floating village by Bamboo boat
  • Marble Moutains And Monkey Montain
  • Cu Chi Tunnels
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Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

What travelers are saying

"One of my best tours I have ever joined. The trip was tough at times but the tour advisor, guide, support 24/7 team lvp and brilliant services gave all of us the encouragenment and advice to get us through each day on trip. Awsome, thoroughly recommended. We keep in touch for our next time in Vietnam. Thanks all"

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Luxury Greece
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5/5 Excellent
91 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Acropolis, Athens, Crete, Mykonos, Santorini

Highlights

  • Visit Knossos & Arolithos Traditional Village
  • Visit the Acropolis and the incredible museum of Acropolis.
  • Enjoy the famous cosmopolitan town of Mykonos with white-washed cubic houses, windmills and chapels.
  • See the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the National Library
  • Enjoy the jet- setting city of Mykonos, ancient church Paraportiani & little Venice
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Cultural, Relaxing Retreats

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"On our trip to Amalfi coast, the bus was parked in a field for two days. The next day, we had an 8 hour bus trip to Sicily. The bus was not properly cleaned before and after it had been parked in the field. On the 8 hour trip to Sicily, there was an infestation of ants. We had tons of ants crawling on the seats, windows, and floor. My husband killed 10 ants on his body. I received bits on my ankles and wrists. The tour guide never said anything to any of the guests. When we confronted him, all he said was that he would have the bus cleaned the next day. These was horrible conditions to travel for 8 hours. I have written to Perillo seeking a refund for that day's service. Time will tell if Perillo will actually answer my evaluation. This situation rises to the occasion where customer service was extremely poor an unhealthy, and a partial refund should be granted. If Perillo stands behind customer service as its motto, then they should provide partial refunds for this day. If not, then this leads me to assume that Perillo is more concerned about overall profits than good customer service. Time will tell!"

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Explore the Wonders of Machu Picchu
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4.8/5 Excellent
64 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Andes Mountains, Cusco, Inca Trail, Lima, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley, Urubamba

Highlights

  • Take in the magic of Machu Picchu, the mysterious Inca citadel, at the measured pace it deserves
  • Explore Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the most beautiful Spanish colonial cities in the Americas
  • Stroll the splendid Inca ruins at Pisac and feast on a gourmet picnic in the stunning Sacred Valley
  • Experience the surreal salt pans of Maras, where salt is still collected as it has been for centuries

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"First, let me say our tour guide Tomomi S. is hands down THE best tour guide I’ve ever had - knowledgeable, fun and made great efforts to ensure that we were comfortable and happy (MTSobek tour guides are independent contractors. Tomomi also works for other Adventure/Tour companies) Secondly, Japan is beautiful, clean and the Japanese people are very welcoming. The hiking in the national parks was amazing. It could have been a truly five-star experience if MtSobek had not cut corners so egregiously. The website said (at the time) group tours are 5-22 people. The tour gets canceled if the minimum is not met. When I paid there were TWO other people booked-a mother and daughter duo. Shortly before our departure date I called to see if the tour would be cancelled. I wanted my money back but Mt Sobek was “pleased to say that the trip would not be canceled”. In other words, I could not get a refund. At the last minute a guy named Matt signed up so there were four of us. Five days into the trip Matt left and took a train back to Tokyo. I said to him “You realize Mt Sobek is not going to refund you”. He said, “I don’t care, Mt Sobek scammed us.” With tax, the tour costs $11,645 for 13 nights. For that price there is an expectation that the accommodations Mt Sobek chooses would be decent and clean. We all fully expected a ‘traditional Japanese experience’ which often means no private bath and 8 out of the 13 nights we slept on futon mats on the floor. However, Mt Sobek consistently booked us in the cheapest Ryokans (hotels) in each area in which we travelled. Most of these hotels were unclean and very out-dated. One Ryokan they booked us in was listed on a hotel website for $40 USD/night when there were much nicer accommodations nearby for $100 USD/night. (The Japanese yen is way down, the luxury Park Hotel in Tokyo was $200 USD/night. A comparable hotel would have been about $800/night in Austin.). We were the only people staying in several hotels that accomadated many more people. The most egregious example of MtSobek’s booking the cheapest rooms is when we were booked at a large traditional ski lodge at the base of a spectacular mountain. It was beautiful on the website but had two very different wings. One wing was modern, clean and beautiful with simple beds. The other wing was very old (similar to a cheap Motel 6 that had not been updated since the 1970’s). The carpet and bathrooms were disgusting and like many of the Ryocans where we stayed the futon mats seemed as though they had not been cleaned In 30 years. Only after our tour guide checked us in did we realize we had been booked in the cheap rooms. I asked Tomo why. Immediately someone from MtSobek reached out to me and said, “gosh, I’m sorry you did not realize you were going to have a traditional Japanese experience”. Really? “Traditional” experience depends upon one’s budget. In the US, “traditional” to some people may be the Marriott, a Motel 6 or the Four Seasons Hotels. We were paying for a Marriott experience and received the one-star Motel 6 experience. Upon arrival in Tokyo I expected to be met at the airport by a driver (as many tour companies do). However, several days before our arrival dates in Tokyo, MtSobek sent an email telling us how to locate taking a city bus from the bustling Tokyo airport. That is interesting if you do not speak Japanese. MtSobek cleverly uses great photography and elaborate descriptions of the national parks and the hiking while using terms like “traditional Japanese experience with tatami-mat sleeping” to disguise sub-standard accommodations. At one point we were looking on-line at the very hotel where we were staying and did not even recognize it from the website pictures. The hiking was amazing. The group size was disappointing with just the three of us. I would absolutely recommend a hiking tour through Japan, just not with MtSobek."

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Best Vietnam and Cambodia 16 Days
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5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Cu Chi Tunnels, Da Nang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Mekong Delta

Highlights

  • Ho chi Minh Mausoleum
  • One Pillar Pagoda
  • President Palace
  • Temple of Literature
  • Lao Chai and Ta Van villages
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Cultural, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

What travelers are saying

"One of my best tours I have ever joined. The trip was tough at times but the tour advisor, guide, support 24/7 team lvp and brilliant services gave all of us the encouragenment and advice to get us through each day on trip. Awsome, thoroughly recommended. We keep in touch for our next time in Vietnam. Thanks all"

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Truly Vietnam in 10 Days - Vietnam Top Package and Holidays
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5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Da Nang, Ha Long Bay

Highlights

  • Visit Hanoi City Tour full day, enjoy local food and traditional cuisine
  • Visit Tam Coc - Bich Dong - Former capital of Vietnam, rowing a boat to exploring Karst Caves, You have time to feel the nature atmosphere of naturally wild stream
  • Discover Halong Bay, overnight on Cruise, visit 2 Big Caves in Halong bay found millions year ago where has a lots stalagmites and stalagtiled
  • Flight to Da Nang City, walking inside the Hoi An ancient town, see how local people live and enjoy some daily activities from local farmers
  • Flight to Hue , visit Hue Citadals
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Cultural, High Adventure, Relaxing Retreats, Photography, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"One of my best tours I have ever joined. The trip was tough at times but the tour advisor, guide, support 24/7 team lvp and brilliant services gave all of us the encouragenment and advice to get us through each day on trip. Awsome, thoroughly recommended. We keep in touch for our next time in Vietnam. Thanks all"

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Golden Triangle with Mumbai Goa & Varanasi
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5/5 Excellent
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai, Varanasi

Highlights

  • Tour guide in Delhi - Chandani Chowk (Cultural street market), Jama Masjid (Historical), Rajghat Red Fort, Rashtrapati Bhawan, India Gate, Qutub Minar and Humayun Tomb.
  • Visit to Agra Fort and one of the seven wonders of the world Taj Mahal
  • Explore Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal, Sheikh Salim Chishti Tomb, Jodha Bai Palace, Moti Mahal etc with 16th century city - Fatehpur Sikri.
  • Pink city tour - Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace Jantar Mantar and the local bazaars of Jaipur.
  • Holy Ganga Aarti & Close experience of open Cremation & Sarnath with Guide.
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Themes

Cultural, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"Had an amazing experience of seeing varanasi with Sachin. He was with us throughout our stay there. He was so nice and accommodating and professional yet personable.we wanted to experience Varanasi the way locals do..Sachin helped us a lot in this..He helped us visit many interesting places which I was hearing for the first time..He is extremely knowledgeable and I highly recommend him.. Thank u Sachin for a very wonderful and a memorable trip.."

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Maya Reef Explorer
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Belize Barrier Reef

Highlights

  • Exploration as you travel overland and by river to the Mayan ruins of Lamanai
  • Enjoy the sounds and sights of the awakening wilderness.
  • Explore Belize City, and board a chartered water taxi to Lighthouse Reef Atoll
  • Experience Snorkeling at the ‘Aquarium’ is a favorite guest activity

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"Our group had such an amazing time at Half Moon Caye Feb 4-10! So thankful to have had a wonderful trip before coronavirus shut things down. The guides were incredible and made the experience fun and educational. Ms Ann's cooking was excellent and she even let me help out in the kitchen one evening. There were a great variety of different activities, but I enjoyed snorkeling the most! Thanks for a great trip!"

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Excellent tour of Cambodia

We enjoyed a week's tour of Cambodia (Siem Reap - Battambang - Phnon Penh) with Odynovo, with many attractions and activities included. It was easy to book online, a...

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Oct 2018

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A Week in Petra

A great week with a great bunch of people This was the trip just as I expected it - Petra being the highlight, but Wadi Rum coming a close second. Or maybe Jerash?...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

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Great holiday, but communication could have been improved

The week was very enjoyable and there was a lot to see and it was a very varied itinerary. Visiting Petra and seeing the Treasury for the first time. Alaa was cle...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

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a week in jordon

full on trip which was very informative and interesting. all sites were good especially Petra, Little Petra and camping in Wadi Rum Eddy was entertaining and engag...

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Oct 2018

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Fantastic week, thoroughly recommend

An awe inspiring trip, with something for everyone, and covering all the key sights, sounds and tastes of Jordan. I knew I wanted to see Petra, but didn't really h...

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Ruins & Archaeology Tour Selection Trips

  • Travel Tips for Archeological Tours 
    An archaeology vacation offers an exciting opportunity to explore ancient civilizations and uncover hidden treasures. To make the most of your experience, consider these practical travel tips:
    Dress comfortably and wear sturdy walking shoes to navigate the uneven terrain of archaeological sites.
  • Bring sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent to protect yourself from the elements.
  • Stay hydrated by carrying a refillable water bottle and replenishing fluids regularly, especially in hot climates.
  • Pack light but include essentials like a camera, binoculars, and a journal to capture memories and observations.
  • Respect the archaeological sites by following guidelines, refraining from touching artifacts, and staying on designated paths.
  • Take breaks to rest and recharge, ensuring you can fully immerse yourself in the experience without feeling fatigued.
  • Stay informed about local customs, traditions, and cultural norms to show respect for the host country and its people.
  • Be open-minded and curious, embracing the opportunity to learn from expert guides and fellow travelers while exploring ancient history firsthand.

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