See the sights
From the wonders of ancient Egypt to the natural marvels of Yellowstone, there are sights around the world that can only be fully appreciated in the flesh. Our tours focus on these, hand-picking the attractions that are truly worth travelling for – the big-hitters but also off the beaten track hidden gems everywhere from Antarctica with its glittering glaciers, to the American Deep South with its monumental music venues.
See the sights
From the wonders of ancient Egypt to the natural marvels of Yellowstone, there are sights around the world that can only be fully appreciated in the flesh. Our tours focus on these, hand-picking the attractions that are truly worth travelling for – the big-hitters but also off-the-beaten-track hidden gems everywhere from Antarctica with its glittering glaciers to the US Deep South with its monumental music venues.
For active adventurers
PERU
Conquer the Inca Trail
This trip is centred on a four-day trek along the Inca Trail and a tour of Machu Picchu with a local expert, but there’s even more to this experience. Get under the skin of this fascinating country by visiting a local pottery-making group and a women's weaving co-op, touring a local market, learning to make a traditional meal in a Peruvian restaurant, and dining at a farm-to-table community restaurant.
For epic experiences
CHINA
Walk the Great Wall and meet giant pandas
We’ll take you to the iconic sights but also immerse you in this one-of-a-kind country and its people through authentic experiences such as visiting a family for a glimpse into their daily life. Two fabulous cruises during your 16 days here include a journey up the majestic Yangtze to see some of the world’s most spectacular scenery – the Qutang, Wu and Xiling gorges – along with the magnificent Three Gorges Dam.
Explore at your own pace
EGYPT
See tombs and temples from a floating palace
Our Egyptian itinerary takes in all the world-famous sights – among them the Valley of the Kings, the Karnak Temple complex, the Aswan High Dam, and Luxor (by hot air balloon if you wish). But it also gives you plenty of time to simply relax and take in the atmosphere of venues permeated by the history of this remarkable country, from a restored royal steamship to the hotel that inspired Agatha Christie.
Explore at your own pace
SOUTH USA
Dive into America’s musical heartland
Jazz, rock ‘n’ roll, and country music provide the soundtrack to this thrilling journey through the Deep South. Our itinerary ticks off musical sights large and small, including Graceland and the Grand Ole Opry, but it also takes you through awe-inspiring landscapes such as the Louisiana swamplands, and introduces you to classic food including Memphis’ famed ribs and the spicy Creole fare of New Orleans.
HEAR WHAT OUR TRAVEL COUNSELLORS SAY
“Machu Picchu is even more beautiful than I had imagined it would be. We had an early start to catch the glass-roofed explorer train from the valley through to the edge of the Amazon jungle, then a local bus to the sacred site. The site is surrounded on all sides by the lush jungle-covered Andes mountains. I loved the feeling of simply being there taking everything in and imagining what it would have been like for the Incas to live there 500 years ago, brought to life by the stories told by our brilliant local guide."
Catherine
TRAVEL COUNSELLOR
Perfect for foodies
ITALY
Eat your way around Italy
It’s the extra experiences that elevate this itinerary into once-in-a-lifetime territory. We’ll take you to all the major sites, of course, but we also offer you the chance of a night at the opera, or a cable-car ride to the top of Mount Etna, and a Jeep ride around its lunar-like landscape. There’s also plenty of scope to delve deep into local life in lesser-visited spots such as Bologna with its amazing authentic foodie scene.
For active adventurers
ARCTIC
Sail and soar the alpine Arctic
This country’s glorious fjords, glaciers, and mountains – with the Northern Lights shimmering above them – are appreciated in a dizzying array of different ways on this utterly unforgettable trip. As well as exploring by helicopter and Zodiac inflatable, you’ll get to go on guided hikes, village visits, and a trip to the UNESCO-listed ancient farming landscape of Kujataa, and even to camp on the shores of Tasermiut Fjord with local hosts.
For nature lovers
COSTA RICA
Sleep in cloud forest lodges surrounded by wildlife
This small-group adventure is the one of the best ways to discover the world’s most biodiverse country, taking you to the Toucan Rescue Ranch, on a whitewater rafting trip, zip-lining through the forest canopy, and to white-sand beaches complete with sunbathing iguanas and capuchin monkeys. You’ll also mingle with local communities as you dine in rural fincas and bed down for the night in intimate jungle lodges in the cloud forest.
For active adventurers
USA
Take an American safari to see bears, wolves, and elk
Learn about grizzlies and wolves, chat to a wildlife photographer in their cabin, and hike the trails of Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon with a conservation, ecology, and wildlife guide – these are just some of the standouts of this luxury, small-group, fully inclusive trip. Other unforgettable moments include whitewater rafting on the Snake River and biking the new Teton mountain trail in search of bison and pronghorn.
