What we rate and what we don't
933 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:
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
Up to 100, 6 & 14 July departures
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
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.
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
Spanish course & hiking vacation, Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish classes + stunning hikes in Picos de Europa
From 659 to 699 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 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
29 off all trips! Limited time only!
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
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
Kayaking weekend in Croatia
Paddle the clear blue sea around Dubrovnik
From 450 to 485 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep
China culture & hiking vacation
A wonderful experience of real China
From US $2,830 to US $3,600 14 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
Tiger watching vacation in India
A chance to see the majestic tiger in the wild
From £725 to £950 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your requirements for 2 to 12 people. The best time to travel is October to June
Annapurna Circuit 16 day holiday, Nepal
One of the best high altitude adventures in the world.
From US $1,760 to US $2,525 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Kayaking the Camino de Santigo sea route, Spain
Experience the Camino de Santiago in Galicia by Kayak!
From 750 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep
Sikkim & Kolkata cultural tour in India
Cultural and rural tours in beautiful East India
From US $950 to US $1,250 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 $2,139 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Jun, 10 Jul, 20 Jul, 26 Jul, 8 Aug, 23 Aug, 2 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct
Botswana and Zimbabwe Ivory Route lodge tour
Classic Journey adventure safari Botswana, Zimbabwe Namibia
From US $4,750 to US $4,970 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Jul, 15 Sep, 6 Oct, 17 Nov
2020: 1 Mar, 7 Jun, 26 Jul, 13 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 22 Nov
2020: 1 Mar, 7 Jun, 26 Jul, 13 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 22 Nov
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
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.
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
Greece biking vacation, archaeology tour
Discover Greek history and the Greek seaside beauty by bike!
From 735 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 740 to 800 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Kayaking vacation in Montenegro
Kayaking holiday in The Bay of Kotor and Skadar Lake
From £640 to £740 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Jun, 21 Jul, 18 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep
Sweden hiking vacation, self guided
Self-guided hiking through Stockholm's picturesque countryside
From SKr10,695 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 1 Jul, 6 Jul, 8 Jul, 13 Jul, 15 Jul, 20 Jul, 22 Jul, 27 Jul, 29 Jul, 3 Aug, 5 Aug
What we rate and what we don't
Sweden activity vacation, Stockholm countryside
Multi-activity tour in Stockholm's picturesque countryside
From SKr8,995 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 30 Aug, 6 Sep
Tour of Patagonia, El Calafate & Torres del Paine
Patagonia's best - Torres del Paine and Perito Moreno Glacier.
From US $615 to US $840 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:
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 659 to 699 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 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
29 off all trips! Limited time only!
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
From
£3,150
excluding flights
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
From
370
excluding flights
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
The most memorable part of the vacation was definitely the owners of the hotel. The vacation was off the beaten track and yet, we found more than ever to do. (more)Laura Potterton
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659
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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
From
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
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
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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US $2,830
including domestic flights only
Walking on the Great Wall was the most memorable part of our vacation. (more)Anne Howick
Our 5 day hike on the "great" Great Wall was memorable. We had a wonderful guide who accompanied us all the way, supplied us with all the water, laughter and encouragement needed when facing those thousands of steps. (more)Criag Knighton
Enjoy it, it's one of the best trip I have made in recent years. It's an excellent balance between an active and cultural vacation (more)Pia Rainey
From
£725
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was... seeing the tigers close up, but also spotting a sloth bear and wonderful birdlife. (more)Roland Webster
I absolutely loved my time at Kanha National Park. I was very sad to leave both Kanha and the Courtyard House, but it just means I need to go back again! (more)Whitman Paxton
Seeing tigers and other wildlife was the most exciting part of our vacation. (more)Vivien Benson
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US $1,687
excluding flights
Most of it was fascinating... Singapore, Vietnam and Laos are amazing countries. (more)Neville Isaacson
Most memorable was walking through the wonderful Luang Prabang and relaxing on the fantastic beach of Phu Quoc. (more)Tomasz Majewski
We had a wonderful and varied vacation. We travelled extensively and made the most of each day. The experience was fantastic and we would definitely recommend this trip to others (more)Tracy Ring
From
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 $1,146
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
Visiting the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in Xi'an and seeing the amazing jade carvings and Buddha statue.
Tips?
Beijing airport is full of fairly elaborate scams - call your guide if you can't immediately see them. It's worth getting a SIM that works in China, too, for this
reason.
Local benefits?
I felt like this benefited the local people, though I don't think it specifically reduced environmental impact.
Overall rating?
Amazing experience, one of the... (more)Owen Cawley
From
US $4,750
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Walking in the bush to see white Rhino in Matobo hills, Zimbabwe. This was a very special experience.
Tips?
Bring binoculars, sun hat and an open mind.
Local benefits?
Yes, we stayed in small lodges that employed a high percentage of local people and traveling in small groups has a low impact.
Overall rating?
This is a varied trip with many highlights, the wildlife viewing and standard of lodges exceeded my expectations. Our two Zimbabwean guides... (more)Robert Jenner
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
From
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
From
659
excluding flights
Great. Class time just flew by and the study was actually fun. I was a novice hiker and found the hikes to be challenging, but worth the effort. I really value the friendships I made with others participating in the program. (more)Mark Hindin
Great. We loved it and rated our time in Panes the best part of our month in Spain and Portugal. We even looked at the price of houses in the region! (more)Diane Norman
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
From
650
excluding flights
It was perfect. We could not have asked for a better vacation. If you enjoy exploring cities by bike and exercising during your vacation, this is the tour for you. (more)Anon
The scenery, food and cycling were amazing and we would recommend it highly. The organisation was excellent in the bikes we used and transferring our luggage. (more)Fizz Williams
I was extremely impressed by the scenic variety and the architectural and natural beauties of this small country. Much was relayed to me about its complicated history and culture which has made me keen on learning more about both. (more)Mariacristina Marchitelli
From
US $3,845
excluding flights
Exceeded all our expectations... Sleeping in a bamboo tree-house with a deck overlooking the river and listening to the hippos as you fall asleep takes some beating. (more)Carole Thomas
The wonderful variety of wildlife and the magnificent beauty of the Namib desert (more)Clare Price
Truly excellent! There was a good mixed group of people, but overall our guides, Jeff & Tawanda, really made the trip as good as it was. They worked hard,
were up first, and to bed last. Always cheerful and smiling, full of information about the regions we were traveling through, the animals and people. (more)Danila Mansfield
From
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
670
excluding flights
From
720
excluding flights
From the moment we were picked up from the airport the vacation was beyond expectation. Everything was perfect, I wanted a horse trekking related vacation in hills and countryside and that is what I got. (more)Gill Glegg
Kayaking and exploring the caverns of the fortress in Lago De Banyoles were our students favorite times. They were both very different experiences for our
students. (more)Michael Martinez
The most memorable part was kayaking, the ropes course and zip wire and hanging out with the cats and other guests. (more)Saket Priyadarshi
From
£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
From
SKr10,695
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
From
SKr8,995
excluding flights
Fantastic - the variety was incredible - from Stockholm to mariefred then down to Gniesta via a nights wild camping and then on to Troisa - fabulous activities and great hospitality especially at the Stattshotel in Troisa - we loved it all and in the future will be looking to explore further north in Sweden. (more)George Clayson
First class and that is down to a combination of Carmen and the beauty of Sweden. I cannot recommend this adventure highly enough. (more)Jonathan Moreland
Great introduction to Stockholm and the surrounding area. (more)Caroline McGregor
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