Budget culture vacations
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Japan tailor made tour on a shoestring
Japan's classic sights on a shoestring!
From US $1,320 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Machu Picchu by train
Soak up colonial and Inca history by train
From US $849 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departs once a day throughout the year
Delhi to Goa overland tour
Indian curries temples harems & Himalayas
From US $1,190 to US $1,499 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Saturday and Monday departures throughout the year.
Cuba cultural tours
Experience authentic Cuba using local guides and guesthouses
From US $890 to US $1,050 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs every Friday throughout the year
Cuba tours
Tailormade holidays in the pearl of the Carribean
From €1,090 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Our Cuba tours can be tailor-made and departures can be arranged all year. The sample itinerary below can be modified to your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination
Availability on this trip for June to August 2017 and later, all boutique homestays & hostals, travel by private taxi, regular bus, Vintage car with driver, selfdrive or a mix of different travel modes.
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh vacation in Vietnam
Capture the spirit of Vietnam on this compact adventure
From US $1,135 to US $1,285 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs every Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday & selected Wednesdays throughout the year
Golden Triangle small group vacation, India
India's 3 most popular destinations, Delhi, Agra & Jaipur
From US $755 to US $920 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 31 Aug, 4 Sep, 7 Sep, 11 Sep, 14 Sep, 18 Sep, 21 Sep, 23 Sep, 25 Sep, 26 Sep, 28 Sep, 2 Oct, 3 Oct, 5 Oct, 9 Oct, 10 Oct, 12 Oct, 14 Oct, 16 Oct, 17 Oct, 19 Oct, 23 Oct, 26 Oct, 28 Oct, 30 Oct, 2 Nov, 4 Nov, 6 Nov, 7 Nov, 9 Nov, 13 Nov, 14 Nov, 16 Nov, 20 Nov, 21 Nov, 23 Nov, 27 Nov, 28 Nov, 30 Nov, 4 Dec, 5 Dec, 7 Dec, 11 Dec, 12 Dec, 14 Dec, 17 Dec, 18 Dec, 19 Dec ...
North India cultural tour
An adventure to one of the planet's exotic destinations
From US $980 to US $1,400 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 5 Jul, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 26 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 20 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 4 Oct, 6 Oct, 11 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 25 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 8 Nov, 10 Nov, 15 Nov, 17 Nov, 22 Nov, 24 Nov, 29 Nov, 1 Dec, 6 Dec, 8 Dec, 13 Dec, 15 Dec, 20 Dec, 22 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec, 31 Dec
2018: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 24 Jan, 26 Jan, 31 Jan, 2 Feb, 7 Feb, 9 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb ...
2018: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 24 Jan, 26 Jan, 31 Jan, 2 Feb, 7 Feb, 9 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb ...
Belize & Guatemala adventure vacation
Combine sand sea wildlife and culture
From US $1,440 to US $1,999 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 15 Jul, 5 Aug, 30 Sep, 18 Nov, 16 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 17 Feb, 24 Mar, 21 Apr
2018: 6 Jan, 17 Feb, 24 Mar, 21 Apr
Mexico, Belize & Guatemala tour, Mayan encounter
Travel through paradise between the Yucatan & Guatemalan.
From US $1,460 to US $1,655 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 11 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 7 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 21 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 5 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 9 Jan, 13 Jan, 16 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 19 May ...
2018: 6 Jan, 9 Jan, 13 Jan, 16 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 19 May ...
Mexico small group vacation, culture & beach
2 week discovery Mexico's Aztec, Zapotec & Mayan cultures .
From US $1,206 to US $1,590 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 27 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 25 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 15 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 10 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 24 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 7 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 21 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 5 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 19 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr ...
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr ...
East Vietnam budget vacation
Trace Vietnam's mystical eastern coastline
From US $945 to US $1,145 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 2 Jul, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 23 Jul, 30 Jul, 3 Aug, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 7 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 21 Nov, 26 Nov, 28 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 12 Dec, 17 Dec, 19 Dec, 24 Dec, 26 Dec, 31 Dec
2018: 2 Jan, 7 Jan, 9 Jan, 14 Jan, 18 Jan, 23 Jan, 28 Jan, 30 Jan, 4 Feb, 18 Feb, 22 Feb, 25 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 20 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 10 Apr ...
2018: 2 Jan, 7 Jan, 9 Jan, 14 Jan, 18 Jan, 23 Jan, 28 Jan, 30 Jan, 4 Feb, 18 Feb, 22 Feb, 25 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 20 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 10 Apr ...
Turkey cultural tour
Savour the highlights of fascinating Turkey
From US $1,020 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 16 Sep
Active holiday in Turkey
Forge a path through unexplored terrain into the historical heart of Turkey
From US $1,280 to US $1,360 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 9 Apr, 21 May, 11 Jun, 3 Sep, 1 Oct
India vacation, small group
Vibrant, intoxicating, inspiring and dramatic India
From US $1,505 to US $1,710 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 18 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 14 Dec, 16 Dec, 21 Dec, 23 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 30 Aug, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 13 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 15 Dec, 20 Dec, 22 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 30 Aug, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 13 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 15 Dec, 20 Dec, 22 Dec
Bangkok to Singapore small group tours
Small group adventure tour in Malaysia, Singapore & Thailand
From US $1,399 to US $1,549 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Regular departures throughout the year, typically at least twice a week
Hong Kong to Beijing overland tours
Hong Kong Yangtze River Boat trip Shanghai & Beijing
From US $2,049 18 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Weekly Monday departures throughout the year.
Costa Rica tour
Explore the Caribbean coast to the Pacific
From US $1,390 to US $1,855 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 1 Feb, 3 Feb, 8 Feb, 10 Feb, 15 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 1 Mar, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 5 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul ...
2018: 4 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 1 Feb, 3 Feb, 8 Feb, 10 Feb, 15 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 1 Mar, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 5 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul ...
Budget vacation to China
Buddhist heritage & archaeological treasures of China
From US $2,699 14 days ex flights
Small group travel
Cuba budget vacation
Visit this most fascinating island Caribbean
From US $2,499 to US $2,799 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Weekly Saturday departures throughout the year.
Reunification Express vacation, Vietnam
Most wonderful way to travel from north to south of Vietnam
From US $1,615 to US $1,835 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Regular departures throughout the year, at least twice a week
South India & Kerala vacation
Mysore Palace village stay Kerala Backwaters
From US $1,435 to US $1,690 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs Fridays and selected Tuesdays throughout the year
Moroccan adventure
Enjoy a fascinating culture
From US $788 to US $1,010 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs 1-4 Saturdays per month throughout the year
Delhi to Kathmandu tour
An inspiring cultural tour
From US $1,498 to US $1,825 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs on selected Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout year
South India tour, Trivandrum to Goa
Head to the beaches and backwaters of southern India.
From US $1,105 to US $1,350 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 7 Jul, 26 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 16 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 11 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 25 Oct, 27 Oct, 1 Nov, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 15 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 29 Nov, 1 Dec, 6 Dec, 8 Dec, 13 Dec, 15 Dec, 20 Dec, 22 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec, 31 Dec
2018: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan, 16 Jan, 19 Jan, 24 Jan, 26 Jan, 31 Jan, 2 Feb, 7 Feb, 9 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 23 Mar ...
2018: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 10 Jan, 12 Jan, 16 Jan, 19 Jan, 24 Jan, 26 Jan, 31 Jan, 2 Feb, 7 Feb, 9 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 23 Mar ...
Budget tours to Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) Hoi An Halong Bay and Hanoi
From US $904 to US $1,179 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departures available almost every day throughout the year
Turkey small group tour
Discover the wonders of Turkey on this 10 day tour
From £839 to £1,099 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec, 19 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul ...
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul ...
French Riviera vacation food, walking & culture
Experience real French culture and get off the beaten track
From €805 to €1,210 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Indochina vacation, Hanoi to Bangkok via Angkor
Awesome adventure through Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand
From US $1,590 to US $1,910 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 28 Jun, 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 20 Dec, 27 Dec
2018: 3 Jan, 10 Jan, 17 Jan, 24 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 28 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 11 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 22 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct ...
2018: 3 Jan, 10 Jan, 17 Jan, 24 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 28 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 11 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 22 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct ...
Indochina vacation, Vietnam, Laos and Thailand
Fast-paced Bangkok & slow boats along the Mekong
From US $2,149 to US $2,349 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 26 Jun, 27 Jun, 29 Jun, 1 Jul, 3 Jul, 4 Jul, 6 Jul, 8 Jul, 9 Jul, 10 Jul, 11 Jul, 13 Jul, 15 Jul, 16 Jul, 17 Jul, 18 Jul, 20 Jul, 22 Jul, 23 Jul, 24 Jul, 25 Jul, 27 Jul, 29 Jul, 31 Jul, 1 Aug, 3 Aug, 5 Aug, 6 Aug, 7 Aug, 8 Aug, 10 Aug, 12 Aug, 13 Aug, 14 Aug, 15 Aug, 17 Aug, 19 Aug, 20 Aug, 21 Aug, 25 Aug, 27 Aug, 30 Aug, 1 Sep, 3 Sep, 4 Sep, 6 Sep, 8 Sep, 11 Sep, 13 Sep, 15 Sep, 17 Sep, 18 Sep, 20 Sep, 22 Sep, 24 Sep, 25 Sep ...
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US $1,135
excluding flights
The most memorable was Ha long bay and spending the night on the boat. The cave at the bay was also phenomenal. (more)Deborah Englehart
Climbing Mount Kinabalu was exhausting but amazing! Traveling through the Vietnamese countryside on the back of a motorbike. Watching the sun rise over Angkor Wat. (more)Sarah Algate
The most memorable moments were the Halong Bay Cruise, cycling trip in Hoi An, motorbike ride in Hue and the overnight train from Hanoi to Hue. Perfect vacation. (more)A.T
From
US $980
excluding flights
Book it! A fantastic taster of a small section of Northern India. (more)Sara Kirkham
Challenging, life affirming, and I now have the desire to go on more. (more)Alan Zenthon
Varanasi, Udaipur was beautiful, but for me Varanasi was my Indian dream. The Ghats, boat trip to watch the Aarti, the market and the Bollywood dance class we organised, just perfect! (more)Cristina Rayson
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US $1,320
excluding flights
Our whole trip was memorable and exciting! We loved the Disney Sea park and Cafe Eorzea. We also enjoyed Zauo (fishing restaurant), our guide in Kyoto, our Ryokan, Arashiyama monkey park, and so much more! (more)Sarah Shadday
Meeting a Maiko (trainee Geisha) in Kyoto was a fantastic experience! Exploring the old city of Kyoto with an amazing guide was also wonderful! Fantastic, the absolute best vacation we have been on! (more)Owen Cawley
Absolutely brilliant. We were a little anxious beforehand as we had not participated in a group tour before but we certainly do so again provided it was with your organisation! (more)Anne Davies
From
£839
excluding flights
Local people definitely benefited from the tourism both on our trip and from the many others, obviously on the same circuit as us. Our guide, Perihan Asan, was
very informative and lively and made the vacation so enjoyable. (more)Lesley McManus
I loved the balloon ride over Capodocchia, and found Galipoli very moving. I thought it ticked all the boxes as they say. (more)Gillian Willcocks
Cappadocia and balloon flight were the most memorable parts of the vacation (more)Judith and Alan Hepburn
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US $1,190
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing was believing when it came to the Taj Mahal, not many places live up to be better than you anticipate as this place did. My wife and I have done some traveling, but this has to be the most impressive building we have ever witnessed. The Taj Mahal was almost worth the tour fee alone.
Tips?
Do not be put off by such a cheap price for the package, if we had paid treble we still would have been getting value for money! Don't be put off by such high attention from... (more)Jonathan Kenyon
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US $1,440
excluding flights
Most memorable: Snorkelling. Knowledgeable guides. (more)Andrew Koziar
It was excellent...Sitting on Temple 4 in Tikal watching the sun rise was the most exciting part of the trip. (more)Fran McQuail
The most memorable parts were... probably visiting ATM cave in Belize which was a great experience, and also snorkelling with nurse sharks and sting rays in Caye Caulker was incredible too. (more)Louise Sherwell
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US $755
excluding flights
Our guide was wonderful and made me (a first time lone traveler) feel safe, included and well informed of anything interesting and important to make my trip enjoyable. (more)Samantha Dodge
Every day brought something amazing. (more)Isabella McLachlan
Best bit: Seeing the Taj Mahal (more)Isabel Pollentier
From
US $890
including domestic flights only
From
US $1,399
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I love Cameron Highlands and the trekking experience
Tips?
Do some research on the places to visit.
When packing, take outfit and shoes for a night out at bars and clubs but also pack some warm clothes and a light waterproof jacket
Avoid street food and tap water as you may end up with a bad stomach. This include avoiding fresh fruit and salad that have been washed with tap water. Carry some tablets for loose stool
When going out, avoid carrying all your money with... (more)Pratima Bisto
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US $2,125
excluding flights
I loved the scale of the number of pagodas in Bagan. It was truly amazing. 10 out of 10. Interesting, rich culturally, exciting and immersive. (more)Elizabeth Ross
Early morning in Bagan looking from one of the higher stupas over the whole plain was the most memorable moment. (more)Stephen Turner
Excellent.... Great insight into a fascinating country, superb people. A great bunch of fellow adventurers led by a marvellous and most able CEO. A tremendous success... (more)Edmund Raczkowski
From
US $3,999
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Machu picchu and the Uyuni salt flats.
Tips?
Pack well, all types of clothing are necessary and be prepared for the unexpected.
Local benefits?
Yes.
Overall rating?
Exciting.
(more)Michelle Zammit
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US $1,590
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Tips?
Local benefits?
Overall rating?
(more)Roxana Popistasu
From
US $1,435
excluding flights
Great for those who wish to experience the local foods, sites, forms of transport and culture in a safe and meaningful way. (more)Marilyn Scholtz
Wonderful, fabulous, went beyond my already high expectations. Everyone should do this one, it's a gem. (more)Dorothy Shirvell
This is a fantastic way to be given a taste of what a wide area of the south of India has to offer, and helps highlight places to which a return is required! (more)Gail Boardman
From
€1,090
excluding flights
The Cuban people were very welcoming, helpful, and friendly, taking in all the
beautiful scenery, whether it be the Vinales valley, the beautiful beaches or the historic streets of Trinidad and Havana (more)Gary Lum
The highlight was the walk up El Yunke in Baracoa. In fact everything about Baracoa was lovely. The guide Norge was simply the best... A very enjoyable and educational tour. It was very good to experience the friendliness and enterprise of the people in Cuba. (more)Melsa Houston
We really enjoyed the Badada Codina hike - in Sierra Escambray. The hike was 3-4 hours... Our guide was great - telling us stories about the nature we were seeing, but also about herself and the people living in the mountains... She took us to the caves, and then to the state-run restaurant where we (surprisingly) had an amazing lunch with roasted pig, rice, Cristal and coffee & fruits at the end. (more)Beatrice Mosello
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US $1,390
excluding flights
For my husband it was the amazing variety and beauty of the birds. For myself it was the excitement of seeing an armadillo at close quarters, although all the wildlife was extraordinary! (more)Barry Brown
Costa Rica is the most environmentally sympathetic country I have visited. (more)Chris Brougham
Best bit: Watching sea turtles laying their eggs on Tortuguero beach and the homestay (more)Janine Bolomey
From
US $1,206
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The hubbub of Mexico City and all the sights and museums within (we could only sample a few, regretfully!); and the laid back charm of San Cristobal with its streets, processions and central plaza activities.
Tips?
- Be ready for temperature variations - from cold/nippy to warm/hot!
- For vegetarians, be ready for limited eating options;
- for those who haven't had Mescal in the past, don't be worried - it tastes great, as do the salted and fried crickets served... (more)CK Sharma
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US $1,460
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Snorkelling in a coral reef amongst nurse sharks and other amazing sea life was an experience that we will never forget.
Tips?
In spite of being by far the oldest couple in the group, we had a thoroughly
amazing vacation with an excellent tour leader. Try to pack light.
Local benefits?
Yes, particularly the homestay which provides an alternate income for families
trapped in povery.
Overall rating?
Excellent. (more)Helen Hore
From
US $2,715
excluding flights
From
US $2,699
excluding flights
The Great Wall was the most memorable part. None of the pictures really do it justice, the views are amazing. We went about 60KM away from Beijing and set off early. It was really worth it as it was not crowded at all and we almost had the Wall to ourselves. (more)Darren Grubb
It was great! The tour was well organized and the guide was awesome. China is a huge country, but you get to see a nice bit of it in this tour. (more)Candy Owens
From
US $788
excluding flights
Essaouira - good seafood and nice market. Fresh orange juice for 4 Dirhams in Marrakesh. (more)L.V
Fantastic. Mourad was a great guide, he went out of his way to help us make the most of the trip and was a lot of fun. We were able to see and learn much about this beautiful country in a short space of time. I would recommend this trip to anyone.
(more)Jessica Thistleton
What made Morocco so wonderful for me was the local people. Almost everyone that we encountered during the course of the tour was so welcoming and clearly happy to see people from other countries who were interested in their country. (more)Dawn Gibson
From
US $2,915
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The terracotta warriors at Xi'an and the Great Wall. Cherry, our guide although very young, was dedicated and gave us great tips and help when choosing restaurants and outings. Our group integrated very well and everyone was on time for going places.
Tips?
Travel light, but do take toilet paper!!
Local benefits?
We certainly used local transport (busses, trains and only once taxis).
Overall rating?
Most enjoyable. The only thing that didn't work out... (more)Sheila Taylor
From
US $1,615
excluding flights
Best bits: Watching the crazy traffic on the streets or roads. (more)Janka LACKOVA
The most memorable part was the motorbike tour in Hue & overnight boat trip on Halong Bay. We stayed in lovely owned hotels & ate in family owned restaurants. (more)Samantha Rogers
The association with other travelers and meals were very pleasant. (more)Gayle Avant
From
US $2,499
excluding flights
The whole experience was amazing. Cuba is a fantastic place to go and one which is going to change so dramatically in our lifetimes. The atmosphere across the whole island was so warm and vibrant, with live music being heard on every street corner. (more)Faye T
Wandering the cobbled streets of Havana and Trinidad. Jungle walks near Trinidad and Baracoa. Staying with friendly hosts in their own homes. (more)Helen Peake
Most memorable was swimming in a cave, with bats over head! Meeting people from completely different cultures (and dancing with them...) (more)Cheryl Cohen
From
US $2,049
excluding flights
From
£719
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
We found nearly all aspects of the vacation excellent - from the organisation of the trip, the excellence of the guide and driver for whom nothing was too much trouble. The wealth of things that we saw and the various modes of transport that we used were excellent, which we would not have seen traveling alone.
The trip was made even better by being a small group of six, with various ages and nationalities but all of one mind to enjoy the trip to the full
Would recommend this... (more)Alan Parks
From
€805
excluding flights
The excursions which were well thought out and very informative. So much we wouldn't have known if it wasn't for Benoit. Corrines cookery lesson was amazing too and very relaxed.
(more)Brenda Muir
By the end of the week (helped by the glorious weather) I had laughed a lot, had some hugely interesting conversations, seen some beautiful places, learnt a lot of interesting facts, made some new friends, eaten some delicious food, tried lots of new things and completely relaxed. I practically cried when I had to leave, I'd loved it so much! (more)Ali James
From
US $1,498
excluding flights
Each day was packed with memorable moments, but if I had to pick one day it would be when we went to a very small town to stay in a fort/castle overnight.
It was fantastic. I can't wait to go back one day. (more)Lindsey Lavaysse
Had a great trip... seing Rhino from the back of an elephant was one of the most memorable experiences. (more)jenny hickey
From
£699
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
There's so many! I was bowled over every time we visited a new temple. The sheer scale of them and the preservation is breathtaking. Our guide brought the
sites to life so you could get a glimpse into what it may have been like to be alive during those times. Hot air ballooning over the Nile is something I will also
never forget.
Tips?
Be prepared for hecticness. There is little time to relax so you may wish to add extra time at the end but it's totally worth... (more)Katie Morant
From
£1,299
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Just being in the Himalayas trekking was a most awesome experience.
Tips?
Make sure you get a fluent English speaker for a guide and one with experience
and true enjoyment doing what he/she does.
Local benefits?
I am not sure.....it seemed this was booked then booked with another company and then booked again with a local company so I am not sure how much went back to Nepal and the people there.
Overall rating?
(more)Kat Mut0
From
US $1,340
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Visiting both the Christian Othordox Churches as well as the Muslim Churches was an eye opener in term of how churches evolved.
Tips?
It's an impressive tour! It's not only about seeing other countries but to enhance
yourself on how other communities survived after colonialisation. The results of the global economic impact on the poor is universal.
Local benefits?
Any vacation or tour does benefit local economy with regards to the investment brought by tourism
Overall... (more)Sam Mahlasela
