935 Locally run vacations found
Sailing vacation in the Aegean Sea
Uninhabited islands in a 6 person boat
From £520 to £635 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct
10% if you join us on 8, 15, 22 or 29 September
Cycling vacation in Portugal, self guided
A leisurely cycling holiday in the Algarve
From 539 to 669 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be arranged at any time to suit your requirements although we do not recommend trips in August due to high temperatures
Adventure vacation in Peru, off the beaten track
Nature and culture from Peru's coast to the Andes and Amazon
From US $2,000 to US $2,500 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Tailor made vacation in Greece
Create your own personalized tour fitted to your needs!
From 1,000 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Northern Lights photography vacation in Iceland, coast & ice
Photographic trip in the stunning west and southeast Iceland
From £2,950 to £3,150 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 30 Sep, 26 Oct
2019: 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 3 Mar, 30 Sep, 10 Oct, 20 Oct
2019: 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 3 Mar, 30 Sep, 10 Oct, 20 Oct
Spanish course & hiking vacation, Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish classes + stunning hikes in Picos de Europa
From 630 to 665 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct
China highlights tour, tailor made
Walk along the Great Wall and relax in the stunning LiRiver
From US $2,319 to US $2,719 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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
Sikkim & Kolkata cultural tour in India
Cultural and rural tours in beautiful East India
From US $950 to US $1,150 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Bejing to Lhasa tour, by train
Beijing to Lhasa on the famous sky train
From US $1,660 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Lhasa to Mount Kailash tour, Tibet
3 days pilgrimage kora around Mount Kailash
From US $1,880 to US $2,090 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 12 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 3 Oct, 15 Oct
2019: 1 Jun, 11 Jun
2019: 1 Jun, 11 Jun
Vis Island activity vacation in Croatia
An active holiday on the beautiful island of Vis
From £765 to £1,199 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made from May 1st to 15th September
Wellbeing vacation in North Iceland
A self-drive tour where you can visit and pamper yourself
From £1,100 to £5,000 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Iceland northern lights and snowshoeing vacation
Hiking in snowshoes and bathing under the northern lights!
From £2,300 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 3 Feb, 3 Mar
Helpdesk
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Greece biking vacation, archaeology tour
Discover Greek history and the Greek seaside beauty by bike!
From 720 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Laconia biking vacation in Greece
A fantastic seaside biking tour in south Peloponnese!
From 735 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Sweden hiking vacation, self guided
Self-guided hiking through Stockholm's picturesque countryside
From SKr10,170 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
Sweden activity vacation, Stockholm countryside
Multi-activity tour in Stockholm's picturesque countryside
From SKr8,595 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep
Tour of Patagonia, El Calafate & Torres del Paine
Patagonia's best - Torres del Paine and Perito Moreno Glacier.
From US $790 to US $2,095 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Burma photography tours
Photography tour of Burma:
From US $4,300 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 24 Nov
2019: 17 Nov
2019: 17 Nov
Montenegro mountain biking vacations, self guided
Mountain bike experience in stunning Montenegro
From 650 to 750 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Learn Spanish & hike the Camino de Santiago, Spain
Spanish Course + walking in the Camino del Norte
From 630 to 665 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct
Yoga and Thai massage retreat in Portugal
Yoga and Thai Massage retreat in the mountains of Portugal
From 800 to 1,200 7 days ex flights
Small group travel
Last places on our summer yoga retreats in Portugal. Book in soon.
Portugal yoga & massage vacation
Yoga, massage and mud baths in the mountains of Portugal
From 800 to 1,200 7 days ex flights
Small group travel
Last places on our summer yoga retreats in Portugal. Book in soon.
Avignon to Nice cycling tour in France
A visually stunning cycling trip from Avignon to Nice
From 1,290 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
China vacation, ancient capitals tour
Highlights of China, discover its capital cities.
From US $1,146 to US $1,553 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Nepal charity trek and yoga holiday
Charity trek in Sherpa village and Yoga,
From £715 to £795 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Catalonia family activity holiday, Spain
Family fun with scenic bike rides & adventure activities.
From 720 8 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
Autumn Half Term escape to the sun for an active family holiday. 5% discount off B and B. Biking, Hiking, Kayaking, Canyoning, Swimming and much much more.
Yoga vacation in Portugal
A stunning Yoga retreat in the Portuguese mountains.
From 800 to 1,200 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct
Last places on our summer yoga retreats in Portugal. Book in soon.
Pisa to Lucca walking vacation in Italy
Self guided walking between Italian cities Pisa and Lucca.
From 529 to 753 8 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
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£2,950
excluding flights
We were lucky on day one to shoot the Northern Lights. We never saw them again. The Ice Beach was an amazing experience but the waterfalls and scenery generally was amazing. We were lucky enough to have received a large dumping of fresh snow which made the country spectacular. (more)Viv Gower
We were lucky enough to get a magnificent aurora display over Kirkjufell on evening 2. That probably stands out from all of the other awe-inspiring places we
went to. (more)Roy Hodson
I loved the wildness of Iceland. The weather we encountered the week I was in Iceland was raw. It snowed most of the week and sometimes the road was
closed. The weather allowed us to see Iceland with few tourist around. It was great! (more)Nancy Hardie
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630
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1,000
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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
From
US $2,319
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
Sanxingdui museum with 3-4000 year old bronze masks and the pandas
Tips?
Wear flat shoes there was a lot of walking
3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental Impacts or supported conservation?
local restaurants used but little else.
Overall rating?
It was great, I loved China and would go again to see more of the countryside and more museums. (more)Janet Chambers
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US $1,687
excluding flights
Fantastic experience, we learned such a lot about the Vietnamese history and
culture from the local guides. They made the trip for us. (more)Angela Camp
There were so many highlights, the Vespa food tour of Saigon, the hiking in the mountains near Sapa, the boat trip on Halong Bay, the exquisite hotel, Shinta Mani, in Siem Reap. (more)Linda Edward
Our guides were second to none and the tour company had everything well organised and went the extra mile for us. Couldn't fault them. (more)Denise Brooks
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US $1,375
excluding flights
Blue skies and the corresponding view of everest from the top of Kalapathar was magical. (more)Barry Mc Carthy
I loved the trek and am so glad I did it. I would also highly recommend the company. The organisers in Kathmandu were really welcoming, I had a great guide (Ale) who went out of his way to be helpful, all of the lodges had a nice atmosphere, lovely staff and good food. Great memories. (more)Rachel Allen
From
US $4,300
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
A brilliant itinerary!
Tips?
Local benefits?
I do not feel that we reduced environmental impact or supported conservation at all. All the local people that we invited to take part in the photo shoots were offered payment although I do not feel that this was making any sustainable change.
Overall rating?
Truly magical experience with a spectacular photographer. (more)Nikki Biggs
From
US $1,660
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing how the Tibetan people live, their friendliness and warm smiles. The way that welcomed us into their everyday worship in the monasteries. Just the simple things really.
Tips?
Don't have any expectations on anything. Let it happen. But on a practical level, always have loo roll handy and antibacterial stuff for toilets.
Local benefits?
Yes. Local hotels, local eating, Tibetan guide and making sure that we shopped in Tibetan stores. We used transport... (more)Sue Byrne
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£765
excluding flights
The vacation was utterly delightful. I received a warm and friendly welcome from the hosts Matko and Marina, who made me feel like part of the family, providing wonderful home cooked food, and equally wonderful company. (more)Lynn Molloy
10 out of 10. Beautiful beaches, Crystal clear sea, fantastic views, wonderfully peaceful, excellent hosts, great accommodation, fun and interesting activities, and lots and lots of really
well cooked home food. (more)Ruth Catchpole
Impossible to pick out one highlight, it was a blissful week with a perfect balance of activities and relaxation. Matko and family made us feel part of their lives and did everything to fit the activities and set the pace around what worked best for us. (more)Tanya Nash
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US $950
including domestic flights only
I thoroughly enjoyed staying with a Kolkata family, eating together, sharing experiences and being extremely well looked after. (more)Joan Hoggan
Taking a traditional, herb-infused hot stone bath outside overlooking the valley Driving on the roads was also either thrilling (the views) or terrifying (the conditions). (more)Katherine van Haeften
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SKr8,595
excluding flights
Great introduction to Stockholm and the surrounding area. (more)Caroline McGregor
Go to Sweden! Its so spacious and empty compared to the usual European destinations. (more)Jol Turner
A real experience-packed itinerary - beautiful countryside, friendly people and delicious food - we had a heatwave so the trekking was seriously hard work but
the cycling and kayaking thoroughly enjoyable. (more)Jane Denton
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SKr10,170
excluding flights
Traveling through the Archipelago was one of the most memorable parts of the vacation. (more)Felicity Bond
There were endless memorable moments: tramping along the Soderlandsleden very well-waymarked trail, through the woods; exploring the islands at Stendorren and Savo; seeing creatures we hadn't see before, such as a slow worm, an otter, a white-tailed sea eagle... (more)Bronwen Davies
We were impressed with the beauty of Sweden and how easy it was to travel around. (more)Sharon Reardon
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720
excluding flights
The entire route was memorable between places, orchards, wildflowers
Coastal regions. History, architecture, the people and food and wine. (more)Sanjiv Dewan
Hard to pick out high points of this vacation because there were no low points. Even the brief and brutal thunderstorms on two occasions did not dampen the spirits (and only dampened cycling kit for a short while). The theatre at Epidavros was spectacular and the experience of staying in Napflio was memorable. (more)Lucy Watson
Every day presented something new and memorable. The archaeological aspects, notably at Epidaurus, Mycenae, and Argos, lived up to the epic tales that
surround them. (more)Greg Liebman
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735
excluding flights
The Laconia coastal bike tour was such a fantastic way to really see the country and feel like you've lived a bit of it... the scent of hot olives and orange blossom greeting us as we meandered through little back roads and dirt tracks we would never have thought of taking if we'd been finding our own route... (more)Amber Rosenthal
Would highly recommend, this was our eleventh biking trip around Europe, we go same time each year, the first week in May, the group (seven mates) have rated this in the top three. (more)martin mitchell
Good fun, we felt we were well off the beaten tourist track at times. Scenery impressive. (more)Hilary Thomas
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800
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Don't hesitate! I had never done any yoga before but if you are a beginner, don't be put off as everyone is so welcoming and encouraging. (more)Rosy Scott
It was a very magical place where you could relax and have complete rest with a wonderful team of people looking after you. I would highly recommend and would make a return visit again. (more)Kwok Chan
Excellent! This is a vacation for people who want or need to offer time to themselves, stepping out of their daily life for a week and literally cleansing their body on every level, whether physically, mentally or spiritually. (more)georgina porro
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630
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It's difficult to choose a favourite (part) as all aspects were brilliant. The course was just right with the right amount of challenge, and Ana organised the transfers, accommodation and treks efficiently.
(more)Chandra Kantha
The scenery was so stunning but Jesus had selected an easy path so we could spend our time staring at the scenery as we walked. We then stopped for a beer at a very picturesque village. A great day! (more)Margaret Barretto
Very good. The hiking side of it was a terrific complement to the classes. (more)Sue Hitchner Borland
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650
excluding flights
The whole trip was memorable because of the changing scenery each day. There was a really nice contrast between the coast, the mountains and Skadar Lake, which gave us a really good insight into what Montenegro has to offer (more)Alun Griffiths
We did 250 km by bike in 7 days. All the rides were great, there was a special one, when we had to bike through a 1.3 km long tunnel inside the mountain, and we met a lot of cows obstructing the exit.... (more)Ana Krol
Cycling down the mountain to Lake Skadar on day 4. (more)Katherine Kennedy
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720
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This was a great vacation...Great guides for the overall trip especially Mike and also the river rafting and kayaking. (more)Mark FitzGerald
It was lovely and authentic, not mobbed with foreign tourists, we felt we got to meet local people in their setting. Fabulous part of Greece with so much to see and do. Tripoli is not a tourist destination, which was nice in some ways but we stayed there a little long, the hotel could do with a pool, could be nice to also have a couple of nights elsewhere. (more)Julie Dickerson
Absolutely wonderful. Every day was different, but wonderful. We really enjoyed the scenery, the food, the people and the activities. (more)Angela Terrill
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207
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We loved the whole vacation - the perfect blend of relaxing and being active!! Canyoning specifically deserves a mention! As does a visit to the local farm to milk goats and make bread and cheese. Spending time at the accommodation was relaxing and sociable with great food in a beautiful non-touristy part of Spain - loved it!!! (more)Niki Taiwo
One of our best vacations! The children had a fantastic time and we met lots of other lovely people through the activities. Food great, hotel and region beautiful. Very memorable stay! (more)Sarah Laughton
Brilliant fun...The house is in a lovely remote spot which is totally idyllic!
(more)Jane Sargent
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US $2,000
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It was all amazing! Such a fab setting, the views were just spectacular. (more)Anna Fairclough
Team spirit, excellent guide and organisation. The group of people I met (my first solo vacation). The island of Sipan, so beautiful and unspoilt. Amazing! Beautiful landscapes, well planned activities, excellent guide. My first solo trip and made to feel very welcome. (more)Joy Baker
Highly professional guides who were a lot of fun, highly engaging and who really made the vacation, with their personality and character and knowledge. Good accommodation and nice people in the group. Lots of adventures. (more)Clare Whitney
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800
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It was all excellent - this is a holistic experience, the excellent food every day, the beautiful, peaceful location set in a V shaped valley with spectacular views,
river to swim in, walks to be had, the retreat venue itself, the staff working there, the tipis, and last but not least, the excellent yoga and pilates tuition and
massage treatments. (more)Liz Hughes
I had no expectations other than to go with the flow and listen. Andrew and Vonettq have fulfilled and are fulfilling their dream in such a manner as to share wholeheartedly with those who drop in. I arrived full of flu, wrapped up to the nines. Some called me the eskimo, with two little eyes appearing through all the head layers.
(more)Caroline Yuill
The highlight was wild swimming in some beautiful locations along the river and an amazing Thai massage given by Mars. (more)Georgina Loughrey
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720
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Interacting with our hosts, Gareth and Fiona - their charming children and the other guests - and the splendid scenery and hiking in the area. (more)Melanie Faith
Really enjoyed the Via Ferrata. The vacation was terrific. The weather was unseasonably hot but having a pool really helped. There were some local short bike rides (6-10 miles) as well as much longer tours for the more ambitious. (more)Caroline Vibert
The boys loved the Canyoning which we did with two other families and the location was chosen for the age of participants. The others would say the water pArk or the horse riding was the best part. (more)Rebecca Fleming
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£715
excluding flights
The highlight was just being away in the mountains and trekking around with my guide and porter in a completely natural way and mode. (more)Claudia
This is such a culturally different experience its hard to say what is most memorable or exciting. Meeting the challenges that trekking can provide builds a
satisfaction. Really interesting and full of surprises. it will leave a lasting memory. (more)Susie Barrett
Two months later I am still bowled over by the beauty of the country and how welcome I was made to feel. I am sure I am annoying my friends because I can't stop talking about it! (more)Sarah Dyer
