Long Stay Holidays
Whether you’re sampling street food at a stall in a bustling market, enjoying a local family's hospitality, or unearthing the history of a nation, cultural tours can transport you to a whole new world of experiences.
Suntans fade away, but cultural experiences stay in the memory forever – a cultural tour is a journey that never ends. Instead it's fondly played out over and over again in the heart and the mind. Awaken your senses and explore and experience the world’s cultural riches, and enjoy some of the most rewarding aspects of any holiday.
Take in the ancient ruins of Greece and Rome, or lose yourself amid the futuristic sights of high-tech Tokyo. Go back in time and uncover South Africa’s turbulent past. See for yourself the mesmerizing architecture of some of the world’s most iconic buildings and temples – from the wondrous Egyptian Pyramids to the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal. Discover the art of sushi-making in Japan, cook alongside professional chefs in Italy or savour the flavours of fine wines in Chile.
Get a glimpse of local life in a new country. Take a camel cart ride, or a three-wheeled trishaw, through a village in India, pay a visit to a Maasai village in Kenya. Feel the atmosphere build as New Orleans gears up for Mardi Gras, hear the monks chanting as the sun rises over Cambodia’s Angkor Wat or explore the museums, galleries, cathedrals and palaces of cities like Rome, Vienna, Barcelona and Berlin.
Wherever you wish to go, and no matter your tastes and interests, our escorted cultural holidays will take you to the heart of your destination. See historic landmarks and discover hidden spots, witness religious rituals and uncover centuries-old traditions. Taste exotic cuisines and embrace new cultures. Our wide range of cultural tours and cultural holidays will reveal your destination’s true identity – enshrined in its most iconic, historic art, architecture, philosophies and traditions.
Best long stay breaks
- Immerse yourself in the energy of Japan’s electrifying capital with excursions to Tokyo Skytree and Shibuya
- Ride a bullet train to Kyoto and uncover its medieval landmarks and Geisha district
- Explore Kyushu’s historic craft industries with guided tours of Fukuoka, Dazaifu and an Imari pottery factory
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Flights included
16 days
from £5,372 ppwas £6,319 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2027
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
16 included
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Meals
17 included
- Discover Beijing with a tour covering Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven
- Experience the world-famous Great Wall of China, the largest man-made project in the world
- In Xi’an, witness the Terracotta Army, featuring more than 2,000 warriors and horses
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Flights included
16 days
from £3,405 ppwas £4,005 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
7 airports
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Excursions & Visits
28 included
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Meals
33 included
- Discover Athens and its treasure chest of archaeological sites
- Explore the UNESCO World Site of Mycenae, among the most important archaeological sites in Greece
- Visit the Corinth Canal and Epidaurus, a small city famed for its temple and theatre
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Flights included
11 days
from £1,960 ppwas £2,449 pp -
Dates Available
May 2026 - October 2026
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Duration
11 days
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Depart From
12 airports
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
9 included
- Partake in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, an ancient and spiritual practice
- Journey to the sacred eight natural springs and traditional thatched houses of Oshino and Lake Kawaguchi
- Immerse yourself in the energy of Japan’s electrifying capital, Tokyo, on a guided tour
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Flights included
16 days
from £4,944 ppwas £6,179 pp -
Dates Available
May 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
11 included
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Meals
15 included
- See the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the famed Topkapi Palace
- Discover wonderful Pamukkale on an optional excursion
- Be amazed by the ruins of Ephesus
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Flights included
14 days
from £1,788 ppwas £2,235 pp -
Dates Available
April 2026 - October 2026
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
5 included
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Meals
26 included
- Take in the views from Sugarloaf Mountain
- Enjoy an unforgettable day at UNESCO-listed treasure Machu Picchu
- Explore both the Brazlian and Argentinian sides of the UNESCO-listed Iguazú Falls National Park
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Flights included
22 days
from £6,643 ppwas £7,815 pp -
Dates Available
February 2027 - October 2028
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Duration
22 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
17 included
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Meals
26 included
- Take in the views from Sugarloaf Mountain
- Enjoy an unforgettable day at UNESCO-listed treasure Machu Picchu
- Explore both the Brazlian and Argentinian sides of the UNESCO-listed Iguazú Falls National Park
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Flights included
26 days
from £7,871 ppwas £9,259 pp -
Dates Available
February 2027 - October 2028
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Duration
26 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
24 included
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Meals
35 included
Long Stay Breaks For Small Groups
- Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through the Welgevonden and Kaingo game reserves
- Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
- Explore Mauritius and its natural splendours on a tour of the island, complete with a wine tasting
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Flights included
15 days
from £4,216 ppwas £4,959 pp -
Dates Available
May 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
15 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
42 included
- Track the ‘Big Five’ with four game drives in a reserve in the UNESCO-listed Waterberg Biosphere – home to diverse local wildlife
- Unwind in the unparalleled luxury of Safari Plain’s five-star tented camp, within the Mabula Game Reserve
- Enjoy expert insight in the company of one of the reserve’s resident wildlife specialists with an introductory wildlife talk
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Flights included
15 days
from £5,126 ppwas £5,695 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
15 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
36 included
- Six game drives in search of the Big Five including in the Maasai Mara
- Journey through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park - a giraffe and rhino sanctuary
- A visit to a Maasai village
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Flights included
13 days
from £4,225 ppwas £4,970 pp -
Dates Available
July 2026 - November 2027
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
31 included
- Discover the charms of Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo
- Venture into Yala National Park on a half-day game drive in search of wildlife
- Lounge along the shores of the Indian Ocean at a five-star resort in Beruwala
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Flights included
18 days
from £3,286 ppwas £3,865 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2027
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Duration
18 days
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Depart From
7 airports
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Excursions & Visits
11 included
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Meals
30 included
- Six game drives in search of the Big Five including in the Maasai Mara
- Journey through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park - a giraffe and rhino sanctuary
- A visit to a Maasai village
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Flights included
16 days
from £4,360 ppwas £5,129 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - November 2027
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
40 included
- Bathe in the hot springs of Arenal after traversing the base of its namesake volcano
- Traverse the mist-laden canopies of Monteverde’s spell-binding Cloud Forest with a walk across its famous treetop suspension bridges
- Take in the natural splendours of Poás Volcano National Park, with its blue-green lagoons, expansive craters and towering peaks
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Flights included
16 days
from £4,603 ppwas £5,415 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
16 included
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Meals
28 included
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