142 History tours vacations found
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh vacation in Vietnam
Capture the spirit of Vietnam on this compact adventure
From US $1,235 to US $1,350 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs every Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday & selected Wednesdays throughout the year
Vietnam vacations, tailor made
Tailor made Vietnam holidays.
From US $1,687 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
For these Vietnam holidays we offer a complete tailor made service and this suggested sampled itinerary can be tailor made to suit your requirements
Cambodia tailor made tour, nature & heritage
Cambodian Heritage: Culture, Nature and off-the-beaten track
From US $1,466 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Japan golden route vacation
9 night classic Japan trip: Tokyo, Fuji, Kyoto
From US $2,625 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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.
Archaeology vacation in Greece
A small-group archaeology tour of Greece
From €1,250 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 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, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct
Ethiopia holidays, tailor made
Discover the natural beauty and culture of Ethiopia
From £2,250 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary. Minimum 2 people
Ethiopia holiday, tailormade
Discover the people, places and wildlife of Ethiopia
From £2,483 17 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary. Minimum 2 people
China and Japan vacation, Beijing to Tokyo
Incredible journey showcasing the best of two ancient cultures
From US $4,250 to US $5,399 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 18 Sep, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov
2021: 15 Jan, 19 Feb, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr, 30 Apr, 7 May, 28 May, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 13 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 12 Nov, 3 Dec
2021: 15 Jan, 19 Feb, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr, 30 Apr, 7 May, 28 May, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 13 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 12 Nov, 3 Dec
Jordan vacation, a week in Jordan
A week to explore the spectacular sites and scenery of Jordan
From US $1,649 to US $1,949 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 16 Sep, 19 Sep, 23 Sep, 26 Sep, 30 Sep, 3 Oct, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 28 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 28 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec, 16 Dec, 19 Dec, 30 Dec
2021: 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 10 Mar, 13 Mar, 20 Mar, 24 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 17 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 22 May, 29 May, 2 Jun, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 27 Oct, 30 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 24 Nov, 27 Nov ...
2021: 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 10 Mar, 13 Mar, 20 Mar, 24 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 17 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 22 May, 29 May, 2 Jun, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 27 Oct, 30 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 24 Nov, 27 Nov ...
vacations to Cuba
A comprehensive and intriguing tour
From US $2,380 to US $2,750 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 24 Oct, 14 Nov, 19 Dec
2021: 6 Feb, 13 Mar, 3 Apr, 9 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 18 Dec
2021: 6 Feb, 13 Mar, 3 Apr, 9 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 18 Dec
Ancient Macedonia tour
Explore eastern Bulgaria, northern Greece and Macedonia.
From US $1,960 to US $2,020 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Sep, 13 Sep
2021: 2 May, 9 May, 6 Jun, 25 Jul, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep
2021: 2 May, 9 May, 6 Jun, 25 Jul, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 06 Sep
Ethiopia cultural vacations
Discover the historic wonders of Ethiopia
From £2,275 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 13 Oct
2021: 13 Apr, 12 Oct
2021: 13 Apr, 12 Oct
North India cultural tour
An adventure to one of the planet's exotic destinations
From US $1,230 to US $1,430 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 9 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 23 Oct, 4 Nov, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 9 Dec, 16 Dec
2021: 6 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 30 Apr, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 2 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 17 Dec, 22 Dec, 26 Dec
2021: 6 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 30 Apr, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 2 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 17 Dec, 22 Dec, 26 Dec
Tailor made vacations to Jordan
Private tour of Jordan's dramatic scenic contrasts
From US $1,650 9 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
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.
History, culture & wildlife of India vacation
From the Nilgiri Hills to the beaches of Goa
From £1,336 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Cultural vacation to Bhutan
Experience Bhutanese culture & festivals
From US $4,190 to US $4,320 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 14 Oct, 19 Oct, 24 Oct, 4 Nov, 16 Nov
2021: 26 Jan, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 20 Sep, 28 Sep, 13 Oct, 18 Oct, 23 Oct, 3 Nov, 15 Nov
2021: 26 Jan, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 20 Sep, 28 Sep, 13 Oct, 18 Oct, 23 Oct, 3 Nov, 15 Nov
Delhi to Goa overland tour
Indian curries temples harems & Himalayas
From US $1,105 to US $1,449 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Saturday and Monday departures throughout the year.
Cuba tour, The Revolutionary Trail
Follow in the footsteps of the revolutionaries
From £1,725 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Sri Lanka birding & cultural tour
Top tour of birding, wildlife and culture of Sri Lanka.
From £1,500 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you throughout the year. The best time for birding is September to April, when thousand upon thousands of northern winter migrants arrive.
Mekong Adventure in Laos & Cambodia
Follow the Mekong, one of the world’s greatest rivers
From US $2,550 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 4 Jun, 29 Jun, 26 Jul, 23 Aug, 23 Sep, 23 Oct, 24 Nov, 25 Dec
Northern Peru natural history tours
Spectacular archaeological tour and wildlife sighting
From US $620 to US $1,560 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Daily departures with 1 or more people.
Thailand tailor made vacation, history & culture
Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai & North Thailand
From £2,750 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Halloween tour in Transylvania
Take a fascinating and historical tour in Transylvania
From £499 to £1,149 3 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 26 Oct, 30 Oct
Southern India tour, temples & nature
Tour from Coimbatore to Bangalore via Mysore
From £494 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City
Thailand to Southern Vietnam via Angkor Wat
From US $1,000 to US $1,115 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs various Tue, Thu and Sat per week throughout the year
Japan vacation, ancient and modern
Explore the attractions of this vibrant nation
From US $6,049 to US $6,849 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 18 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov
2021: 13 Mar, 14 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 21 Mar, 24 Mar, 28 Mar, 31 Mar, 3 Apr, 4 Apr, 10 Apr, 11 Apr, 17 Apr, 8 May, 15 May, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 17 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov
2022: 12 Mar, 13 Mar, 16 Mar, 19 Mar, 20 Mar, 23 Mar, 26 Mar, 27 Mar, 30 Mar, 3 Apr, 9 Apr, 10 Apr, 16 Apr, 7 May, 14 May
2021: 13 Mar, 14 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 21 Mar, 24 Mar, 28 Mar, 31 Mar, 3 Apr, 4 Apr, 10 Apr, 11 Apr, 17 Apr, 8 May, 15 May, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 17 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov
2022: 12 Mar, 13 Mar, 16 Mar, 19 Mar, 20 Mar, 23 Mar, 26 Mar, 27 Mar, 30 Mar, 3 Apr, 9 Apr, 10 Apr, 16 Apr, 7 May, 14 May
Sicily tour, classical Sicily
Tour the main classical sights of Sicily
From US $1,680 to US $1,770 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 12 Sep, 3 Oct
2021: 17 Apr, 24 Apr, 15 May, 22 May, 5 Jun, 12 Jun, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct
2021: 17 Apr, 24 Apr, 15 May, 22 May, 5 Jun, 12 Jun, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct
Highlights of Argentina tailor made tour
Explore Argentina's glaciers, Patagonian mountains and Iguazu.
From US $2,186 to US $2,866 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Highlights of Argentina, Buenos Aires & Southern Patagonia
Walk Patagonia's trails and explore Torres del Paine
From US $3,020 to US $3,610 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Historic Andalucia tour, Spain
From great cities of Seville to the stunning horse show in Jerez
From US $1,879 to US $2,099 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 12 Sep, 17 Oct, 31 Oct
2021: 27 Mar, 17 Apr, 15 May, 12 Jun, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 16 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov
2021: 27 Mar, 17 Apr, 15 May, 12 Jun, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 16 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov
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US $1,235
excluding flights
Our trips to the Ben Tre coconut farm and our cycle tour to meet local families in Hanoi were our favourite parts of the trip.
(more)Lucy Eastwood
Sailing through the Mekong Delta; tasting the multitude of street food in
Hanoi and touring around on the back of a motorbike in Hue were the most memorable parts of our vacation! (more)Sue Macdonald
The tour was an absolutely great way to see Vietnam in a short period of time. The boat trip in Halong Bay exceeded our expectations of comfort. (more)Sophie Hudson
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£3,375
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was... Camping by the Darvasa gas crater, the off-road drive to the Gonur Depe archaeological site or the wacky city of Ashgabat (more)David Finbow
The hospitable and very friendly people wherever we went - smiling faces all the way. Also the sheer vastness of Kyrgyzstan, which I loved - the dramatic mountain passes, the shepherds bringing their animals down from the high pastures. (more)Sara Warren
Excellent. Our tour leader, Jude, was knowledgeable, unflappable and always encouraging and helpful. She really made the vacation. (more)Ann Rix
From
£2,980
including UK flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was seeing traditional crafts still in operation for real and not for visitors visiting remote villages in the north.
(more)John Lomas
Fabulous 10 out of 10...the best part was sailing down the Mekong River from Northern Thailand to Luang Prabang.
(more)Sarah blagdon
There were many memorable moments, but we loved arriving at Hin Boun park by boat - even if we did have to do a lot of pushing! and La Folie down in the south of Laos was perfect!
(more)Lesley Duncan
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US $1,330
excluding flights
From
US $1,687
excluding flights
We had a fantastic time in a very scenic and interesting country. The vacation was exceptionally well organised and good value for money (more)Ros Pennefather
The vacation was spectacular and offered a huge variety of activities that kept even our 16-year-old son entertained for the entire duration. The itinerary was flexible enough to allow us to meet our elder son in Vietnam halfway through our trip and our activities for that particular day were extended to include him and his four friends. (more)Stewart Fox
Most of it was fascinating... Singapore, Vietnam and Laos are amazing countries. (more)Neville Isaacson
From
US $2,550
excluding flights
So much that was memorable. Climbing up and down vertiginous uneven stone ascents and rock climbing in caves (sans handrails) on my 72nd birthday
probably the most exciting! (more)Joan Findlay
The scenery and seeing the country away from the usual tourist trail. Following the Mekong gave the theme to the journey through the country and meant we saw different aspects of the country. (more)Robin Hodsdon
Canoeing on the Mekong and watching the river dolphins was my favourite highlight. (more)Kay Parkinson
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US $1,105
excluding flights
I particularly liked when we went to one of the small, rural villages in India, it gave a different view compared to all the big super busy and dirty cities. (more)Annalies de Vijver
Spending two hours at the Taj Mahal at sunset was amazing! Couldn't believe it was free! Also really enjoyed Tordi Sagur, the village, when we got to visit the village, see old disused sites, climb sand dunes and a extra sunrise hike up to an old fort. (more)Rhiannon Bennett
Discovering and exploring new places, meeting people, getting to know a new culture and way of life. I felt the trip covered a lot of aspects such as the history, culture, food, people, traditions and more. (more)Stephanie Denton
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£1,336
excluding flights
The most memorable parts of the trip were seeing tigers. Local people. Un-touristy parts of India. The care and diligence of our tour operator and Rajat Kumar. (more)Sue Gray
For sheer excitement our number one was unexpectedly seeing wild elephants grazing in the dappled sunlight of a Munnar forest. (more)Jill Wild
It was a very good vacation, people were welcoming, helpful and friendly. Rajat was very efficient and helpful. (more)Alessandra Spera
From
€1,250
excluding flights
The Greek people were extremely friendly, the food was fabulous and the scenery and historical sites were amazing.
(more)Elaine Williams
Excellent, can’t say enough good things about our tour guide, Dimitris, who
obviously loves Greece. Particularly good at selecting outstanding restaurants. (more)Grady Aronstamm
There were so many highlights. Olympia was breathtaking and the hotel in Galadixi was such a special place to stay (more)Helen Middleton-Stewart
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US $2,000
excluding flights
What I remember the most are the amazing people I met in each city or village during my travels. As for the operator, this family run business took care of me like an extended family member. (more)Takashi Otani
...I couldn't have asked for a more awesome two weeks. Every days was terrific, serene, and beautiful! Couldn't have hoped for anything better! (more)Glenda Izumi
The hikes outside Punakha! (more)Myka Reinsch Sinclair
From
£2,250
excluding flights
the most memorable part of the vacation was the religious ceremonies at lalibela and roasted goat dinner at our guides home. (more)John Miller
The whole experience was fulfilling and exciting. Getting to know the local landmarks, both natural and cultural, our charming guides... everything!
(more)Albert Monty
We were blown away by Ethiopia. The scenery was stunning with the Blue Nile waterfall and awesome volcanic mountains. (more)Ruth Scally
From
£3,920
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was the buddhist temples in Miyajima. (more)Aine O Ceallaigh
Absolutely wonderful; probably the best we've ever had. (more)Jane Dunphy
It was an amazing experience; everything we hoped for and more...each day was different and a new fascinating experience.
(more)Jean Burgess
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US $2,625
excluding flights
The most exciting part of the vacation was the rugby. (more)Lorraine van Schalkwyk
This was a very varied and comprehensive introduction to the country. The cities were really interesting and undoubtedly Kyoto's multiple sites make it a bit
of a gem but we really enjoyed the smaller towns like Kanazawa and quiet and peace of Mount Koya.
(more)Saket Priyadarshi
The fabulous gardens in Shinjuku Tokyo were memorable. (more)Janet Hynes
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US $1,466
excluding flights
From
£1,725
excluding flights
Excellent...Visiting the cemetery where Fidel Castro is buried was touching, and broadened my understanding of Cuba. (more)Adele Dow
Most fun was sitting on the steps at the Mayor's square in Trinidad, sipping
Kanchechera and swaying to live music.
(more)Huma Kidwai
It was an amazing experience. Well organized, beautiful country and people. We enjoyed every minute. (more)Leslie Repp
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1,171
excluding flights
Extremely enjoyable and memorable. A real eye-opener to experience local culture and take in some marvellous geography. (more)Martyn Miller
It was all excellent - we visited Hanoi, Halong Bay, Sapa, Hue and Hoi-An. All 3 guides really knew their stuff and really enhanced the vacation (more)Chris Holman
We had a wonderful time and felt that we accomplished what we set out to do, which was to give our 14 year old daughter a taste of the sites, history and culture of the country in which she was born. (more)Karen Foust
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US $1,230
excluding flights
The cooking class was one of our highlights as was the night we attended a Bollywood movie. (more)Sue Loughran
I loved meeting new people, all ages from all backgrounds. I've met people
that I'll never forget. The tour guide made us all feel safe and welcome in India. I loved watching the dance show and trying all the food.
(more)Lauren Philp
Camping in the desert was great. Varanasi was a very spiritual experience. And Udaipur was a very lovely city...The best vacation I've had. Thanks to our friendly and knowledgeable guide, a lovely group and a fantastic itinerary.
(more)Graeme Stokes
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US $4,195
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The whole trip was very memorable, horse riding, local, landscape, culture everything was amazing
Tips?
just be ready to let yourself go and enjoy being in a very different authentic existence for a while
Local benefits?
The locals were key to the whole trip and were very happy to be sharing their culture
Overall rating?
absolutely amazing experience (more)Dave Redfern
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US $1,650
excluding flights
Brilliant! Such a diverse country and lovely people.
Our driver/guide was fantastic but you could easily drive yourself. (more)Dorothie Jones
The most exciting part of the vacation was the tour around Petra & hiking away from the crowds. (more)Hazel Parker
Interacting with the people of Jordan will be the first memories we keep. The beauty and majesty of the country, combined with the living history was exciting to experience. From the green fields of the north to the southern desert, preserved roman Jerash to Nabatean Petra, all beautiful to see. (more)Scott Cupp
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£2,275
excluding flights
Great if you are interested in culture, history and religion (more)Hannah Murray
Although the Churches, Museums and Palaces were stunning and memorable the aspect that made the most impact was meeting people in different parts of Ethiopia and gaining some understanding of how they live. (more)Lauren Kaswell
Go with an open mind and you will have many wonderful surprises (more)Margarita Lytle
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US $1,949
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was visiting the historic sites, the scenery and the food. (more)Heather Rushton
So many memorable things - the Greek temples, Roman mosaics, Palermo's street markets and Byzantine churches - swimming, sunshine etc etc. Amazing food. Excellent, although the schedule could be improved in one or two areas and one or two of the hotels were quite basic. (more)Catherine Smith
The most memorable was the walking trail at Mt Etna and the various temples at Agrigento. (more)Chandra Kant Sharma
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US $1,950
excluding flights
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£1,249
excluding flights
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US $2,050
excluding flights
The were to many memorable moments. Learning to blend with the traffic in Phnom Penh & realising that pavements are not for walking on; sleeping overnight in Preah Kral Monastery; experiencing sunrise at Sra Srang, followed by a visit to the delightful Banteay Srei temple... (more)Michael Hall
Angor Wat temple is beautiful. It was amazing to see that almost one thousand year building in such a good shape. (more)Iwona Warszawska
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