Small Group Tours
Immerse yourself in cultures and traditions away from home on this selection of tours that include highlights and experiences shared with a small group of like-minded travellers.
Our small-group holidays offer you the chance to explore the world beyond the well-known sights and better-trodden paths. As part of a group of usually no more than 24 (and typically just 18-20) you'll be able to travel in smaller vehicles and enjoy experiences and encounters (and even stay in wonderful little places) that are unavailable to larger groups.
Whether you're meeting a Keralan coconut farmer, a South African fisherman or an inhabitant of Lake Titicaca's floating islands, or simply discovering a corner of the world best explored in a smaller group - like Kenya's Maasai Mara - these holidays will lift the veil on some fascinating places.
All our small-group tours are led by experienced dedicated tour managers and/or local destination experts, so you’ll have a guide on hand throughout your trip, and often stay in homes and hotels where the owners will happily share their everyday experiences and family traditions with you.
Explore a less-travelled corner of the world. Return to a favourite destination and delve behind its monuments and natural wonders. Or simply share a special experience with a smaller number of new friends on a very special small-group tour.
Small group tours to Africa
- Discover the spectacular Lake Manyara, a haven for flamingos, with a game drive along its banks
- Delve into the African wilderness with game drives in Serengeti National Park
- Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO-listed caldera brimming with diverse wildlife and expansive savannah
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Flights included
12 days
from £7,016 ppwas £7,795 pp -
Dates Available
15 September 2027
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Duration
12 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
27 included
- Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, home to the tallest minaret in the world
- Embark on a guided tour of Rabat’s old medina, Morocco’s capital, and first imperial city on the coastline
- Call at Volubilis, a partly excavated Berber-Roman city and former Roman capital
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Flights included
10 days
from £1,710 ppwas £1,899 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2027
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
7 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
15 included
- Set out in search of the Big Five on six safari game drives, including an excursion into the acclaimed 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
9 days
from £3,803 ppwas £4,225 pp -
Dates Available
July 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
9 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
20 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 £4,473 ppwas £4,970 pp -
Dates Available
July 2026 - October 2028
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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
- 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 £4,833 ppwas £5,370 pp -
Dates Available
July 2026 - October 2028
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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
- Experience a full day exploring the wonders of Tsavo West National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives
- Witness Africa's highest mountain and a dormant volcano, towering Mount Kilimanjaro
- Set off on morning and afternoon game drives through Amboseli National Park, keeping your eyes peeled for the majestic elephant herds
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Flights included
10 days
from £4,014 ppwas £4,225 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
24 included
- Venture in search of the ‘Big Five’ as you travel on three open-air safaris throughout the Kruger and Greater Kruger National Parks
- Enjoy an enlightening wildlife rehabilitation experience and a gentle guided nature walk
- Escape to a dreamy coastal corner of Mozambique for a few days of beach bliss by the Indian Ocean
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Flights included
13 days
from £4,379 ppwas £4,609 pp -
Dates Available
04 October 2026
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
29 included
- Experience morning and afternoon game drives in the Chobe National Park, home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa
- Embrace the comfort and service of a timeless safari lodge set right on the banks of the Chobe River
- Set off on a sunset cruise down the Chobe River aboard a double-decker boat with a drink in hand
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Flights included
10 days
from £3,911 ppwas £4,345 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
14 included
- Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through the Kaingo and Welgevonden game reserves
- Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
- Enjoy a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
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Flights included
10 days
from £2,359 ppwas £2,775 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
21 included
- Unwind between game drives in Sebatana's luxury resort, Elephant Lodge, with its outdoor swimming pools, bar, and traditional African Boma
- Take in Waterberg's most biodiverse reserves in search of the 'Big Five'
- Enjoy up-close animal encounters with an immersive guided walk through the Sebatana bush, spotting its impressive local wildlife
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Flights included
10 days
from £2,303 ppwas £2,709 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - December 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
21 included
- Unwind by the swimming pool overlooking the Makhutsi River or with a complimentary treatment at the spa
- Experience a special dinner in the heart of the bush under the stars
- Venture on seven morning game drives and seven late afternoon game drives with an experienced tracker and guide at the helm
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Flights included
10 days
from £3,691 ppwas £3,885 pp -
Dates Available
January 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
16 included
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Meals
21 included
- Spend your first night at Sanctuary Mandela, the former home of Nelson Mandela, now a 5 star boutique hotel with exhibits and artwork.
- Go in search of the Big Five as you take three safaris in the famous Kruger and Greater Kruger National Park
- Picturesque panoramic trip, taking in some of the Lowveld and the Blyde River Canyon’s best sights
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Flights included
10 days
from £2,541 ppwas £2,989 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - July 2026
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
21 included
- Track the ‘Big Five’ with six 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
10 days
from £3,534 ppwas £3,719 pp -
Dates Available
July 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
28 included
- 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
- Enjoy a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
-
Flights included
10 days
from £2,694 ppwas £2,835 pp -
Dates Available
January 2027 - December 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
21 included
- 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 £4,382 ppwas £5,155 pp -
Dates Available
August 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
- Drive along Chapman’s Peak, the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders’ Bay, home to the endangered African penguin
- Track the ‘Big Five’ through the open savannah of the world-famous Kruger National Park
- Take in the spellbinding Panorama Route with stops at God’s Window, the Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Three Rondavels
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Flights included
15 days
from £3,416 ppwas £4,269 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
15 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
18 included
- Track the elusive ‘Big Five’ with six small-group game drives across three national parks
- Catch your breath on Victoria Falls’ most impressive vistas with a scenic excursion to one of the seven wonders of the world
- Marvel at the wonder of Edwardian engineering with an interactive visit to Victoria Falls Bridge
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Flights included
14 days
from £5,861 ppwas £6,169 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
15 included
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Meals
24 included
- Catch your breath at Victoria Falls’ most impressive vistas with a scenic tour of one of the Seven Wonders of the World
- Enjoy panoramic views from the summit of iconic Table Mountain and explore Cape Town’s most alluring landmarks
- Track diverse wildlife, from Zimbabwe’s presidential elephant herd to majestic big cats, with three game drives in the Greater Hwange area
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Flights included
14 days
from £4,826 ppwas £5,079 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
14 included
-
Meals
19 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
-
Flights included
15 days
from £5,382 ppwas £5,979 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
-
Duration
15 days
-
Depart From
1 airport
-
Excursions & Visits
8 included
-
Meals
36 included
- Venture in search of the ‘Big Five’ as you travel on three open-air safaris throughout the Kruger and Greater Kruger National Parks
- Experience an enlightening wildlife rehabilitation tour and a gentle guided nature walk
- Escape to a dreamy coastal corner of Mozambique for a few days of beach bliss by the Indian Ocean
-
Flights included
13 days
from £4,028 ppwas £4,239 pp -
Dates Available
January 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
13 days
-
Depart From
2 airports
-
Excursions & Visits
7 included
-
Meals
29 included
- Spend your first night at Sanctuary Mandela, the former home of Nelson Mandela, now a 5 star boutique hotel with exhibits and artwork
- Go in search of the Big Five as you take three safaris in the famous Kruger and Greater Kruger National Park
- Picturesque panoramic tour, taking in some of the Lowveld and the Blyde River Canyon’s best sights
-
Flights included
10 days
from £2,714 ppwas £3,015 pp -
Dates Available
January 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
-
Meals
21 included
Small group tours to Asia
- Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bear Conservation Centre
- Spend an unforgettable day at the Rainforest Discovery Centre
- Unwind with four days at leisure on Borneo’s west coast
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Flights included
13 days
from £3,196 ppwas £3,759 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2028
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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
20 included
- Travel to the magnificent Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious structure, and discover the ‘lost city’ of Angkor Thom
- Set sail on an overnight cruise around the spectacular Halong Bay, with a cooking class, squid fishing and morning tai chi
- See the Củ Chi tunnel complex while learning about the importance of this underground labyrinth
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Flights included
14 days
from £3,872 ppwas £4,555 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
22 included
- Discover Mumbai on a guided tour with visits to Mani Bhavan, the Prince of Wales Museum, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Dhobi Ghat
- Visit the Taj Mahal, a famed monument of eternal love and architectural achievement at sunset
- Venture into Pench National Park on morning and afternoon safaris in search of Bengal tigers
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Flights included
14 days
from £3,610 ppwas £3,799 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
14 included
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Meals
29 included
- Witness the Palki Ceremony at the Golden Temple and learn about the Sikh religion
- Discover the rich history of Jaipur during a city tour, covering the famed Hawa Mahal and City Palace
- Embark on safaris into Ranthambhore National Park, offering a rare opportunity to see animals up close
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Flights included
13 days
from £2,556 ppwas £2,839 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
14 included
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Meals
25 included
- Take in Delhi’s most famed historic sites by rickshaw and discover landmarks on the city’s culinary map
- Survey the City Palace of Udaipur, Jagdish Temple, and the beautiful gardens of Saheliyon-ki of Udaipur
- Drift across Lake Pichola on a cruise, viewing Udaipur’s shoreside palaces and temples from a different angle
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Flights included
14 days
from £2,660 ppwas £2,799 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2027
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
15 included
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Meals
26 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
14 days
from £3,340 ppwas £3,515 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
7 airports
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Excursions & Visits
11 included
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Meals
22 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 £3,818 ppwas £4,018 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2028
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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
- Fly to Jaipur, the ‘Pink City’ and head for the former Rajput capital, Amber and its fort
- Explore the tiger-rich wilderness of Ranthambore National Park with morning and afternoon safaris
- Stay overnight on a traditional Kerala houseboat and glide through the tranquil backwaters
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Flights included
21 days
from £4,436 ppwas £4,669 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
21 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
19 included
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Meals
40 included
- Take in Java’s memorable scenery with a drive around Tumpang’s dramatic waterfalls and dense jungle stretches
- Watch Mount Bromo transform in the different light, with scenic Jeep drives at sunrise and sunset around its spectacular volcanic landscapes
- Marvel at the Borobudur Temple, the largest Buddhist religious site in the world, and visit the nearby village of Candirejo
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Flights included
16 days
from £3,600 ppwas £3,999 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
14 included
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Meals
19 included
- Cross Komodo’s azure coastline in search of its thriving marine life & take in a pair of popular diving spots, Manta Bay and Kanawa Island
- Marvel at the Borobudur Temple, the largest Buddhist religious site in the world, and visit the nearby village of Candirejo
- Watch Mount Bromo transform in the different light, with scenic Jeep drives at sunrise and sunset around its spectacular volcanic landscapes
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Flights included
21 days
from £5,229 ppwas £5,809 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
21 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
17 included
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Meals
26 included
North & South America small group tours
- Spend time in Calgary, nicknamed ‘Cowtown’ and serving as a getaway to the Canadian Rockies, taking in its sights
- Journey into the rugged, snow-carpeted landscapes of Banff National Park for a five-night stay in beautiful Banff
- Enjoy a guided excursion, keeping an eye out for native wildlife while ascending Sulphur Mountain for unrivalled views of the Rockies
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Flights included
9 days
from £3,425 ppwas £3,605 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
9 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
2 included
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Meals
1 included
- Discover Machu Picchu – the Lost City of the Incas
- Close-up encounters with sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and giant tortoises
- Experience Otavalo’s colourful market – South America’s largest
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Flights included
17 days
from £6,769 ppwas £7,125 pp -
Dates Available
April 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
17 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
15 included
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Meals
20 included
- 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
- Spot the resident monkeys and thriving birdlife in the canopies of Sarapiqui’s rainforest alongside a wildlife specialist
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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
European small group tours
- Soak up the royal history and elegant atmosphere of your parador hotels
- Explore Santillana del Mar – one of Spain’s prettiest villages
- Revel in relaxed Gijón and the historic Asturian capital, Oviedo
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,926 ppwas £2,139 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
15 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
11 included
- Take in historic Trieste, one of Europe’s coffee capitals, witness its Austro-Hungarian architecture and embrace its café culture
- Explore Palmanova, the world’s first Venetian star fort, and soak up its cosmopolitan atmosphere under guidance
- Experience the Italian and Slovenian sides of border town Gorizia and sample some of its finest local labels at a neighbouring winery
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,620 ppwas £1,799 pp -
Dates Available
May 2026 - October 2026
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
12 airports
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
7 included
- Experience chic Cascais and elegant Estoril
- Be beguiled by Porto, Portugal's historic second city
- Journey to medieval Obidos and to Coimbra, the 'Oxford' of Portugal
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,949 ppwas £2,165 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - October 2026
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
8 airports
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
11 included
- Explore Lecce, the ‘Florence of the South’, and admire its elegant baroque landmarks
- Discover the UNESCO-listed wonders of Matera's Sassi districts, from ancient cave-dwellings to magnificent rock-hewn churches
- Spend time amongst Alberobello’s traditional, conical trulli houses and uncover the history behind the design
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,724 ppwas £2,155 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
3 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
15 included
- Discover the mountaintop city of Ronda and take in panoramic views from the impressive Puente Nuevo bridge
- Wander around Córdoba and its most famed landmarks, Mezquita-Cathedral and Córdoba Synagogue, one of the last synagogues in Spain
- Explore lively Seville and the impressive royal palace, UNESCO-listed Royal Alcázar of Seville
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,989 ppwas £2,209 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
12 airports
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
-
Meals
7 included
- Marvel at the treasures of Turkey’s Ottoman past with entrance to the elegant Topkapi and Dolmabahçe Palaces.
- Marvel at the Roman and Byzantine heritage of Turkey’s former capital with stops at the pillared Basilica Cistern and famous hippodrome
- Explore Istanbul’s diverse religious centres, from its iconic Blue Mosque to the cloisters of the UNESCO-listed Hagia Sophia
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Flights included
8 days
from £2,354 ppwas £2,769 pp -
Dates Available
May 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
19 included
-
Meals
11 included
- Survey the salt pans in Marsala, learn about the production of sea salt, and sample local wines at a historical winery
- Explore the medieval town of Erice with panoramic views and visit Trapani's historic centre
- Discover Palermo's food markets and culinary scene, as well as the city's artistic and monumental riches on the Arab-Norman route
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Flights included
8 days
from £2,064 ppwas £2,579 pp -
Dates Available
May 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
8 airports
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Excursions & Visits
12 included
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Meals
14 included
- Explore the well-preserved ruins in the ancient city of Herakleia at Latmos with a guided hike
- Discover Aphrodisias, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Nysa with its sprawling theatre
- Visit the port town of Teos, with its Temple of Dionysus, and Sigacik, a former fishing village
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,736 ppwas £2,169 pp -
Dates Available
May 2026 - October 2026
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
7 airports
-
Excursions & Visits
9 included
-
Meals
14 included
- Take in the royal family's official Scottish residence, Balmoral Castle & Estate
- Embark on a two-hour cruise across the mystical waters of Loch Ness
- Immerse yourself in charming Ballater, a picturesque Victorian village nestled on the outskirts of Cairngorms National Park
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Flights included
5 days
from £1,265 ppwas £1,405 pp -
Dates Available
July 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
5 days
-
Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
-
Meals
12 included
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