What we rate and what we don't
2015 Europe vacations found
Split to Dubrovnik Luxury cruise, Croatia
Cruise Split to Dubrovnik in luxury via Croatia's islands
From £1,259 to £1,649 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 22 Jun, 23 Jun, 29 Jun, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 20 Jul, 21 Jul, 27 Jul, 28 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 17 Aug, 18 Aug, 24 Aug, 25 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 8 Sep, 14 Sep, 15 Sep, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 28 Sep, 29 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct
Southern Croatia cruise in comfort
Cruise Croatia's beautiful islands on a small cruise ship
From £559 to £805 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct
2020: 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct
2020: 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct
Finland Northern Lights vacation, Wilderness Auroras
Winter activities & Aurora hunting in the Finnish wilderness
From £1,395 to £1,575 5 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2020: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 29 Mar
2020: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 29 Mar
Northern Lights photography vacation in Iceland, coast & ice
Photographic trip in the stunning west and southeast Iceland
From £3,150 to £3,250 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 20 Oct
2020: 9 Feb, 21 Feb, 1 Mar, 30 Sep, 30 Oct
2020: 9 Feb, 21 Feb, 1 Mar, 30 Sep, 30 Oct
Travel Team
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Altiplano de Granada activity vacation, Spain
Family Multi-activity cultural holiday in rural Andalucia
From 370 to 480 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Activity vacation in Montenegro
An active villa holiday at stunning Lake Skadar, Montenegro
From £645 to £745 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct
2020: 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct
2020: 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct
Croatia activity vacation for families with teenagers
Teenager Departures. Family multi activity week in Croatia
From £895 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 13 Jul, 20 Jul
Luxury small ship cruise in Croatia
Luxury small ship cruise through Croatia's Islands
From £1,149 to £1,339 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 29 Jun, 3 Jul, 6 Jul, 10 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct
Romania vacation, the Beauty of Yesterday
Small group tour to rediscover enchanting rural Romania
From £1,285 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 9 Sep
Turkey small group tour
Discover the wonders of Turkey on this 10 day tour
From £815 to £1,095 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 14 Dec, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul ...
2020: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul ...
Late availability on these dates: 29 Jun, 06 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 03 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 07 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep
Yoga vacation in Portugal
A stunning Yoga retreat in the Portuguese mountains.
From 800 to 1,200 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov
Croatia multi sport tour
Dubrovnik to Zagreb with daily outdoor activities
From 1,240 to 1,340 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 22 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep
Croatia self drive vacation
A self drive discovery tour of beautiful Croatia
From £995 to £1,475 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Archaeology vacation in Greece
A small-group archaeology tour of Greece
From 1,250 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct
Northern lights short break, Finland
Leisurely stay in Finnish Lapland & an Aurora alert system
From £1,320 to £1,710 5 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar
Sintra Natural Park accommodation in Portugal
Eco-friendly B&B, in Sintra Natural Park near lovely beaches
From 90 to 120 per room per night
Accommodation
Relax & enjoy Sintra Natural Park Portugal with dramatic coastline, beautiful beaches, forests, quaint villages, historic sites. B&B off the beaten track, free bus pass for stay of 4 days veg/vegan/Gluten free. Late availablility in July and Aug
French Alps self guided walking holiday
Chalet based, self guided walking holiday in the French Alps
From £525 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 22 Jun, 27 Jul, 10 Aug
Cycling holiday in Catalonia, Spain
Discover pretty medieval villages and coastal paths
From 745 to 850 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made. Available April until 7 November
Self guided biking tour in Croatia
Explore the amazing island's coasts, medieval town on bike
From 440 to 885 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at any time to suit you between April and October
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Catalonia self guided walking vacations, Spain
Self-guided walking holidays in Catalonia
From 715 to 799 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Available all year round on any day to suit and can be tailor-made and adapted to your requirements
Mont Saint Michel self guided cycling tours in Normandy & Brittany
Cycling journey through Brittany to Mont Saint Michel
From 745 to 985 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Starts any day from April through October
Catalan Pyrenees family activity vacation
Adrenalin-filled family adventure in the Catalan Pyrenees
From £945 to £1,145 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise
From 580 to 790 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
This trip can be booked any day of the week from 13 April until 16th October
Croatia vacation, activity week
A 'Relaxingly Active' holiday with flexible activities
From 1,090 to 1,250 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 13 Jul, 17 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep
What we rate and what we don't
Sea kayaking vacation in Croatia
Kayaking holiday on stunning Elaphite Islands near Dubrovnik
From 785 to 825 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct
Special late availability £50 discount for Croatia Kayaking Week June 15 - 22
Amalfi Coast walking vacation, Italy
Walk in lemon groves and hillside villages
From US $1,479 to US $1,949 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep ...
2020: 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep ...
Late availability on these dates: 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 06 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 03 Aug, 10 Aug, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 28 Sep
Finland winter activity vacation & Northern Lights
Discover this Finnish winter activity wildernerss week
From US $2,179 to US $2,449US $2,249 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 8 Dec, 15 Dec
Husky safari in Finland
Sled with huskies through spectacular Finnish scenery
From £2,155 to £2,465 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
2020: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr
2020: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr
Painting vacation in Andalucia, Spain
Explore your painting creativity in delightful Andalucia.
From £950 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 9 Sep, 9 Oct
2020: 29 May, 12 Jun, 8 Sep
2020: 29 May, 12 Jun, 8 Sep
Alternative family winter vacation in Chamonix, France
Half term family ski, yoga & circus holiday
From £795 7 days ex flights
Small group travel
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US $1,795
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£3,150
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great trip, well organised. memories for life (more)juris uzegovs
Excellent. Our 'Tutor' James Rushworth was exceptional. His ability to place us in the right place at the right time, his knowledge of Iceland and things Icelandic, his photography skills and ability to pass on that knowledge were superb. (more)Alvin Barrick
Excellent. I saw a lot of Iceland and had plenty of time and opportunity to take photographs. James was an excellent photography tutor and guide and provided lots of expert guidance, useful suggestions and encouragement.
(more)Pamela Harris
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£1,099
excluding flights
Overall, this was an exciting and enjoyable trip with numerous highlights. The most outstanding things for me were the: frescoed monasteries and churches, the mountain scenary including the gorges and caves, the historical and attractive city of Plovdiv and the interesting heritage villages with their traditional architecture.
The accommodation was clean and comfortable and in good locations. The transport was comfortable and all journeys were less than 2 hours. The guide was very knowledgeable,... (more)Stuart Bates
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£945
excluding flights
The crew was charming, professional and hard-working ; the service was superb and the cuisine delicious. (more)Bridget Serrurier
The fresh caught fish we had was the best we've had in our memory. The crew was very attentive and the food excellent. (more)patrick jean
Great boat, super food, good company. Fantastic. The tour operator was efficient, professional and friendly. (more)Susan Armstrong
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£790
excluding flights
This vacation is perfect for switching off - the idea of the wellness together with the Pilates is to relax your mind and body in a beautiful location. (more)Helen Wood
The most memorable was being taught Pilates and meditation by Ioannis Davros. (more)Frances Lawrence
I loved the whole thing. The Pilates, meditation and Chi Gung tuaght by Ionos made me feel like a new woman after the week in Pelion...the sumptuous home cooking and amiable comraderie around the square table hosted by Pip and Nick...the splendid accommodation with views across the water to mountains. There is no one stand out. It was as a delight all round.
(more)Steph Tchan
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£559
excluding flights
The whole experience of this vacation was memorable and thoroughly enjoyable. Split, Dubrovnik and sailing around the islands of Dalmatia was just superb. The scenery was spectacular ! (more)Don Sturgeon
It was a very enjoyable vacation, the crew were amazing and so helpful. Croatia is a beautiful country. (more)Louise North
A delightful way to travel; relaxing in the mornings and exploring wonderful islands from late afternoon. The most memorable were the surprise concerts and events that occurred along the way. (more)Anne Smith
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1,000
excluding flights
The most memorable moment was exploring Poros on foot: great views in the almost uninhabited western part, and climbing up to the top of Poros town and seeing where the locals lived. Also, Hotel Saronis on Agistri was wonderful, especially the breakfasts. The restaurant in front of it was great too. Both very friendly. (more)Debbie Williams
The most memorable was visiting ancient sites which we'd planned to do for many years. (more)Margaret Carey
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370
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The canyoning was the most memorable part of the vacation (more)Ewa Wietlicka
Brilliant family vacation with excellent hosts offering a lovely eco-friendly hotel with great food, excellent support organising activities and a truly memorable experience. (more)Rebecca Threlfall
Canyoning, spending the morning on a farm or horse riding were amongst the most memorable parts of our vacation. (more)Rupali Gleeson
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£895
excluding flights
Most memorable: Canyoning excellent fun... Staff were fantastic... They were especially great at keeping the children involved and entertained. 10/10 for enthusiasm they made a week a success. (more)Elizabeth Driscoll
Fabulous vacation....Maria was amazing from start to finish on this vacation. Fun & professional. (more)Jonathan Adler
All aspects of the vacation I would rate 5 stars (more)Jasper Boersma
From
£645
excluding flights
All of the activities were memorable but particularly kayaking through the peaceful channels and lily covered waters of Lake Skadar to see the breeding colony of Dalmatian Pelicans. (more)Alison Mainwaring
Our whole vacation was fantastic. We loved the variety of the activity days, the hosts were amazing and so knowledgeable about the area and the local people. (more)Cath McCurdy
This vacation has been absolutely amazing. If you love exploring the outdoors and are willing to give everything a go, this is the vacation to go on. (more)Rebecca Cooper
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£2,915
excluding flights
Extremely highly. There were amazing sights to see, the hospitality was outstanding and we were well looked after. (more)Heather Rushton
We started walking through the fortified town of Sighnaghi in Georgia and were sidetracked by the sound of music coming from the main square. It turned out that it was a national vacation, and a series of youth groups in splendid costumes were doing traditional dances on a stage in the square... (more)Paula Lozar
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£1,025
excluding flights
The Isle of Skye was the most memorable part of our vacation. (more)Christine Helfrich
Seeing a lot of different areas in Scotland was exciting. We enjoyed the history of the country from Edinburgh to Culloden battlefield. The places were clean and the people friendly. (more)veronica ward
The whole tour was great, very well organized. We really enjoyed going around the Isle of Skye.
(more)Kent Handel
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659
excluding flights
I now feel more confident using the language. Alongside the extremely enjoyable classes I had GREAT fun doing the outdoor activities (canyoning, caving, kayaking etc.). The area is stunning. (more)Mark Kitchenham
The walks in the Picos de Europa were great. There were lots of variation in the scenery and the guide was very good. (more)Johanna Klunder
Meeting with like-minded people, all very friendly and all willing to learn from each others was memorable. I also certainly loved exploring the region of the Picos de Europa, with green and quite dramatic scenery. (more)Jean-Pierre Darque
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1,390
excluding flights
The whole package was full of interesting elements from the cooking to the trips out to stunning hilltop towns. The food was, as always in Italy, such a pleasure to enjoy along with the excellent wines. (more)Martyn furzer
It was a perfect vacation for me, It was restful but not too restful, provided great food, great site seeing, great company and the best hosts you could ever meet. (more)Christine Aickin
The wonderful hospitality that Marina gave us, and the unbelievable meals that Gianluca prepared, some with our help. It is really impossible to pick one thing. The whole week was absolutely wonderful. (more)Peggy Harrison
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£965
excluding flights
The dog sledding was the most memorable. (more)James Harrison
The glass igloo and the Aurora restaurant was the highlight of the trip. We got to enjoy a few hours of clear night sky and a full moon before the clouds came over, and whilst we didn't get to see the northern lights, it was still fantastic. (more)Jodie Potts
The food, northern lights and the moose sightings, also the friendly and most hosptialable reception from all the staff. And oh the accommodation, so warm, clean and stylish with amazing views.
(more)Karen Gibson
From
£790
excluding flights
I truly enjoyed this vacation and came away recharged and happy and I shall continue taking Yoga lessons.
(more)Anna Stracke
The whole retreat is fabulous from start to finish. Nick and Pippa are excellent hosts, the yoga instructor, Bonnie, fabulous attitude and teaching. (more)David Clews
Yoga was the highlight. (more)Rebecca Burton
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US $1,199
excluding flights
The hikes and the scenery were amazing. (more)Asma Abu-Taleb
From day 1 the vacation had so many different memorable experiences but not many can compare with the early morning Balloon trip.
(more)Martin Cox
Beautiful scenery, which was amazing to walk in, but almost more spectacular when seen from a hot air balloon. Lovely, like-minded people to travel with; we shared lots of laughs. (more)Vicky Barrett
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US $1,479
excluding flights
Seeing the bears from the hide was memorable, especially Mum bear with her two babies (more)debbie hill
Just being in the wonderful location was memorable - seeing the snow covered mountains of Bucegi on one side and the Piatra Craiului on the other was wonderful. Apart from seeing the bears, the other (unexpected) highlight was the wonderful ride in the horse cart, through the meadows with the sun shining. (more)William Walker
Fabulous, it was our 1st group vacation and would definitely be happy to do similar again. (more)Christine Green
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US $1,549
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NKr12,900
excluding flights
Most memorable? - Seeing over 100 orcas swimming freely around the boat. What a truly breath taking experience... Amazing. I can't recommend this trip highly enough. Charles and his crew are fantastic. (more)Stuart Etheridge
Most memorable parts of the vacation were... the frequent encounters with both Humpback and Orca each day. (more)Paul Manning
The trip on the boat Goxheim with Charles Wara was absolutely amazing. The boat, food etc was really great. The scenery and wildlife amazing! Way beyond my expectations (more)Jude Runnals
From
£1,395
including UK flights
The vacation met or exceeded our expectations on all levels. However a small caveat - we have done this sort of vacation before so knew what to expect. I am going to give it 5 stars but that does not mean 5 star luxury!! (more)Allison Bucknell
Seeing the Northern Lights, husky sledging, snowshoeing were the most memorable parts of the vacation. (more)Mary Lewis
Difficult to go for one thing as it was all very memorable and exciting... If pushed I would say that one of the most memorable single events was being in the forest with Petri and his reindeer. (more)Jane Sargant
From
450
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the trip, aside of the kayaking which was clearly the main part of our trip, (was) meeting Josep (kayaking guide-hope Im right) he taught us so much about Croatias history, culture and his background. (more)James Carr-Smith
The most memorable parts of the vacation were seeing amazing scenery and viewing the islands from a different perspective.
(more)Katie Toghill
Paddling in quite big waves, surfing first time with kayak. (more)Jarmo Launonen
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£920
excluding flights
Excellent....Staying in a charming hill village, surrounded by lovely countryside doing what I like best - painting and drawing. (more)Eric Drewery
A very picturesque town ideal for painting as it offers a combination of scenic views and beautiful stone architecture. Very peaceful and quiet town. (more)Anthony Collazos
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US $1,345
excluding flights
The train ride from Sarajevo to Mostar was the most memorable part. (more)Kwan Lee
I loved the whole vacation but the people on the vacation were so great that they will remain in my memory for a long time. Sarajevo was perhaps the place I liked best for many reasons. Budva was beautiful. (more)Katie Coates
The most memorable was the Montenegrin coastline (more)Navinder Shergill
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