Small Group Tours
Immerse yourself in cultures and traditions away from home on this selection of tours that include highlights and experiences shared with a small group of like-minded travellers.
Our small-group holidays offer you the chance to explore the world beyond the well-known sights and better-trodden paths. As part of a group of no more than 24 (and typically just 18-20), you'll be able to travel in smaller vehicles and enjoy experiences and encounters (and even stay in wonderful little places) that are unavailable to larger groups.
Whether you're meeting a Keralan coconut farmer, a South African fisherman or an inhabitant of Lake Titicaca's floating islands, or simply discovering a corner of the world best explored in a smaller group - like Kenya's Maasai Mara - these holidays will lift the veil on some fascinating places.
All our small-group tours are led by experienced, dedicated tour managers and/or local destination experts, so you’ll have a guide on hand throughout your trip, and often stay in homes and hotels where the owners will happily share their everyday experiences and family traditions with you.
Explore a less-travelled corner of the world. Return to a favourite destination and delve behind its monuments and natural wonders. Or simply share a special experience with a smaller number of new friends on a very special small-group tour.
Small group tours to Africa
- Discover the spectacular Lake Manyara, a haven for flamingos, with a game drive along its banks
- Delve into the African wilderness with game drives in Serengeti National Park
- Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO-listed caldera brimming with diverse wildlife and expansive savannah
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Flights included
12 days
from £6,926 ppwas £7,695 pp -
Dates Available
15 September 2027
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Duration
12 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
27 included
- Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, home to the tallest minaret in the world
- Embark on a guided tour of Rabat’s old medina, Morocco’s capital, and first imperial city on the coastline
- Call at Volubilis, a partly excavated Berber-Roman city and former Roman capital
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Flights included
10 days
from £1,708 ppwas £2,009 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2027
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
8 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
15 included
- Set out in search of the Big Five on six safari game drives, including an excursion into the acclaimed Maasai Mara
- Journey through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park - a giraffe and rhino sanctuary
- A visit to a Maasai village
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Flights included
9 days
from £3,685 ppwas £4,335 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
9 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
20 included
- Six game drives in search of the Big Five including in the Maasai Mara
- Journey through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park - a giraffe and rhino sanctuary
- A visit to a Maasai village
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Flights included
13 days
from £4,331 ppwas £5,095 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
31 included
- Six game drives in search of the Big Five including in the Maasai Mara
- Journey through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park - a giraffe and rhino sanctuary
- A visit to a Maasai village
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Flights included
16 days
from £4,688 ppwas £5,515 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
40 included
- Experience a full day exploring the wonders of Tsavo West National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives
- Witness Africa's highest mountain and a dormant volcano, towering Mount Kilimanjaro
- Set off on morning and afternoon game drives through Amboseli National Park, keeping your eyes peeled for the majestic elephant herds
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Flights included
10 days
from £3,694 ppwas £4,345 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
24 included
- Venture in search of the ‘Big Five’ as you travel on three open-air safaris throughout the Kruger and Greater Kruger National Parks
- Enjoy an enlightening wildlife rehabilitation experience and a gentle guided nature walk
- Escape to a dreamy coastal corner of Mozambique for a few days of beach bliss by the Indian Ocean
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Flights included
13 days
from £0 pp -
Duration
13 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
29 included
- Experience morning and afternoon game drives in the Chobe National Park, home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa
- Embrace the comfort and service of a timeless safari lodge set right on the banks of the Chobe River
- Set off on a sunset cruise down the Chobe River aboard a double-decker boat with a drink in hand
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Flights included
10 days
from £3,911 ppwas £4,345 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
14 included
- Spot the ‘Big Five’ on an open-air game drive through the Welgevonden game reserve.
- Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
- Enjoy a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
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Flights included
10 days
from £2,651 ppwas £2,945 pp -
Dates Available
December 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
21 included
- Unwind between game drives in Sebatana's luxury resort, Elephant Lodge, with its outdoor swimming pools, bar, and traditional African Boma
- Take in Waterberg's most biodiverse reserves in search of the 'Big Five'
- Enjoy up-close animal encounters with an immersive guided walk through the Sebatana bush, spotting its impressive local wildlife
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Flights included
10 days
from £2,525 ppwas £2,805 pp -
Dates Available
December 2026 - May 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
21 included
- Unwind by the swimming pool overlooking the Makhutsi River or with a complimentary treatment at the spa
- Experience a special dinner in the heart of the bush under the stars
- Venture on seven morning game drives and seven late afternoon game drives with an experienced tracker and guide at the helm
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Flights included
10 days
from £3,133 ppwas £3,685 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
16 included
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Meals
21 included
- Spend your first night at Sanctuary Mandela, the former home of Nelson Mandela, now a 5 star boutique hotel with exhibits and artwork.
- Go in search of the Big Five as you take three safaris in the famous Kruger and Greater Kruger National Park
- Picturesque panoramic trip, taking in some of the Lowveld and the Blyde River Canyon’s best sights
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Flights included
10 days
from £0 pp -
Duration
10 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
21 included
- Track the ‘Big Five’ with six game drives in a reserve in the UNESCO-listed Waterberg Biosphere – home to diverse local wildlife
- Unwind in the unparalleled luxury of Safari Plain’s five-star tented camp, within the Mabula Game Reserve
- Enjoy expert insight in the company of one of the reserve’s resident wildlife specialists with an introductory wildlife talk
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Flights included
10 days
from £3,348 ppwas £3,719 pp -
Dates Available
December 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
28 included
- Spot the ‘Big Five’ on an open-air game drive through the Welgevonden game reserve.
- Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
- Enjoy a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
-
Flights included
10 days
from £2,388 ppwas £2,809 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - December 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
-
Meals
21 included
- Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through the Welgevonden and Kaingo game reserves
- Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
- Explore Mauritius and its natural splendours on a tour of the island, complete with a wine tasting
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Flights included
15 days
from £4,445 ppwas £5,229 pp -
Dates Available
February 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
15 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
42 included
- Drive along Chapman’s Peak, the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders’ Bay, home to the endangered African penguin
- Track the ‘Big Five’ through the open savannah of the world-famous Kruger National Park
- Take in the spellbinding Panorama Route with stops at God’s Window, the Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Three Rondavels
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Flights included
15 days
from £3,796 ppwas £4,465 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
15 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
18 included
- Track the elusive ‘Big Five’ with six small-group game drives across three national parks
- Catch your breath on Victoria Falls’ most impressive vistas with a scenic excursion to one of the seven wonders of the world
- Marvel at the wonder of Edwardian engineering with an interactive visit to Victoria Falls Bridge
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Flights included
14 days
from £5,274 ppwas £5,859 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
15 included
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Meals
24 included
- Catch your breath at Victoria Falls’ most impressive vistas with a scenic tour of one of the Seven Wonders of the World
- Enjoy panoramic views from the summit of iconic Table Mountain and explore Cape Town’s most alluring landmarks
- Track diverse wildlife, from Zimbabwe’s presidential elephant herd to majestic big cats, with three game drives in the Greater Hwange area
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Flights included
14 days
from £4,666 ppwas £5,489 pp -
Dates Available
May 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
14 included
-
Meals
19 included
- Track the ‘Big Five’ with four game drives in a reserve in the UNESCO-listed Waterberg Biosphere – home to diverse local wildlife
- Unwind in the unparalleled luxury of Safari Plain’s five-star tented camp, within the Mabula Game Reserve
- Enjoy expert insight in the company of one of the reserve’s resident wildlife specialists with an introductory wildlife talk
-
Flights included
15 days
from £5,526 ppwas £6,139 pp -
Dates Available
February 2027 - November 2028
-
Duration
15 days
-
Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
-
Meals
36 included
- Venture in search of the ‘Big Five’ as you travel on three open-air safaris throughout the Kruger and Greater Kruger National Parks
- Experience an enlightening wildlife rehabilitation tour and a gentle guided nature walk
- Escape to a dreamy coastal corner of Mozambique for a few days of beach bliss by the Indian Ocean
-
Flights included
13 days
from £3,736 ppwas £4,395 pp -
Dates Available
January 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
13 days
-
Depart From
2 airports
-
Excursions & Visits
7 included
-
Meals
29 included
- Spend your first night at Sanctuary Mandela, the former home of Nelson Mandela, now a 5 star boutique hotel with exhibits and artwork
- Go in search of the Big Five as you take three safaris in the famous Kruger and Greater Kruger National Park
- Picturesque panoramic tour, taking in some of the Lowveld and the Blyde River Canyon’s best sights
-
Flights included
10 days
from £2,643 ppwas £3,109 pp -
Dates Available
January 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
-
Meals
21 included
Small group tours to Asia
- Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bear Conservation Centre
- Spend an unforgettable day at the Rainforest Discovery Centre
- Unwind with four days at leisure on Borneo’s west coast
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Flights included
13 days
from £3,005 ppwas £3,535 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
20 included
- Travel to the magnificent Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious structure, and discover the ‘lost city’ of Angkor Thom
- Set sail on an overnight cruise around the spectacular Halong Bay, with a cooking class, squid fishing and morning tai chi
- See the Củ Chi tunnel complex while learning about the importance of this underground labyrinth
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Flights included
14 days
from £3,872 ppwas £4,555 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
22 included
- Discover Mumbai on a guided tour with visits to Mani Bhavan, the Prince of Wales Museum, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Dhobi Ghat
- Visit the Taj Mahal, a famed monument of eternal love and architectural achievement at sunset
- Venture into Pench National Park on morning and afternoon safaris in search of Bengal tigers
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Flights included
14 days
from £3,260 ppwas £3,835 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
14 included
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Meals
29 included
- Witness the Palki Ceremony at the Golden Temple and learn about the Sikh religion
- Discover the rich history of Jaipur during a city tour, covering the famed Hawa Mahal and City Palace
- Embark on safaris into Ranthambhore National Park, offering a rare opportunity to see animals up close
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Flights included
13 days
from £2,499 ppwas £2,939 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
4 airports
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Excursions & Visits
14 included
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Meals
25 included
- Take in Delhi’s most famed historic sites by rickshaw and discover landmarks on the city’s culinary map
- Survey the City Palace of Udaipur, Jagdish Temple, and the beautiful gardens of Saheliyon-ki of Udaipur
- Drift across Lake Pichola on a cruise, viewing Udaipur’s shoreside palaces and temples from a different angle
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Flights included
14 days
from £2,579 ppwas £2,865 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2027
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
15 included
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Meals
26 included
- Discover the charms of Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo
- Venture into Yala National Park on a half-day game drive in search of wildlife
- Lounge along the shores of the Indian Ocean at a five-star resort in Beruwala
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Flights included
14 days
from £2,839 ppwas £3,339 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
7 airports
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Excursions & Visits
11 included
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Meals
22 included
- Discover the charms of Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo
- Venture into Yala National Park on a half-day game drive in search of wildlife
- Lounge along the shores of the Indian Ocean at a five-star resort in Beruwala
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Flights included
18 days
from £3,226 ppwas £3,795 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
18 days
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Depart From
7 airports
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Excursions & Visits
11 included
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Meals
30 included
- Fly to Jaipur, the ‘Pink City’ and head for the former Rajput capital, Amber and its fort
- Explore the tiger-rich wilderness of Ranthambore National Park with morning and afternoon safaris
- Stay overnight on a traditional Kerala houseboat and glide through the tranquil backwaters
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Flights included
21 days
from £4,088 ppwas £4,809 pp -
Dates Available
February 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
21 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
19 included
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Meals
40 included
- Take in Java’s memorable scenery with a drive around Tumpang’s dramatic waterfalls and dense jungle stretches
- Watch Mount Bromo transform in the different light, with scenic Jeep drives at sunrise and sunset around its spectacular volcanic landscapes
- Marvel at the Borobudur Temple, the largest Buddhist religious site in the world, and visit the nearby village of Candirejo
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Flights included
16 days
from £3,400 ppwas £3,999 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
14 included
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Meals
19 included
- Cross Komodo’s azure coastline in search of its thriving marine life & take in a pair of popular diving spots, Manta Bay and Kanawa Island
- Marvel at the Borobudur Temple, the largest Buddhist religious site in the world, and visit the nearby village of Candirejo
- Watch Mount Bromo transform in the different light, with scenic Jeep drives at sunrise and sunset around its spectacular volcanic landscapes
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Flights included
21 days
from £4,938 ppwas £5,809 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
21 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
17 included
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Meals
26 included
North & South America small group tours
- Spend time in Calgary, nicknamed ‘Cowtown’ and serving as a getaway to the Canadian Rockies, taking in its sights
- Journey into the rugged, snow-carpeted landscapes of Banff National Park for a five-night stay in beautiful Banff
- Enjoy a guided excursion, keeping an eye out for native wildlife while ascending Sulphur Mountain for unrivalled views of the Rockies
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Flights included
9 days
from £3,226 ppwas £3,795 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
9 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
2 included
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Meals
1 included
- Discover Machu Picchu – the Lost City of the Incas
- Close-up encounters with sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and giant tortoises
- Experience Otavalo’s colourful market – South America’s largest
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Flights included
17 days
from £6,184 ppwas £7,275 pp -
Dates Available
April 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
17 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
15 included
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Meals
20 included
- Traverse the mist-laden canopies of Monteverde’s spell-binding Cloud Forest with a walk across its famous treetop suspension bridges
- Take in the natural splendours of Poás Volcano National Park, with its blue-green lagoons, expansive craters and towering peaks
- Spot the resident monkeys and thriving birdlife in the canopies of Sarapiqui’s rainforest alongside a wildlife specialist
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Flights included
16 days
from £4,982 ppwas £5,535 pp -
Dates Available
January 2027 - October 2028
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
16 included
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Meals
28 included
European small group tours
- Soak up the royal history and elegant atmosphere of your parador hotels
- Explore Santillana del Mar – one of Spain’s prettiest villages
- Revel in relaxed Gijón and the historic Asturian capital, Oviedo
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Flights included
8 days
from £2,237 ppwas £2,485 pp -
Dates Available
May 2027 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
15 airports
-
Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
11 included
- Take in historic Trieste, one of Europe’s coffee capitals, witness its Austro-Hungarian architecture and embrace its café culture
- Explore Palmanova, the world’s first Venetian star fort, and soak up its cosmopolitan atmosphere under guidance
- Experience the Italian and Slovenian sides of border town Gorizia and sample some of its finest local labels at a neighbouring winery
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,656 ppwas £1,839 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
15 airports
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
7 included
- Experience chic Cascais and elegant Estoril
- Be beguiled by Porto, Portugal's historic second city
- Journey to medieval Obidos and to Coimbra, the 'Oxford' of Portugal
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Flights included
8 days
from £2,002 ppwas £2,355 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
10 airports
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
11 included
- Explore Lecce, the ‘Florence of the South’, and admire its elegant baroque landmarks
- Discover the UNESCO-listed wonders of Matera's Sassi districts, from ancient cave-dwellings to magnificent rock-hewn churches
- Spend time amongst Alberobello’s traditional, conical trulli houses and uncover the history behind the design
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,660 ppwas £2,075 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
-
Depart From
3 airports
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
-
Meals
15 included
- Discover the mountaintop city of Ronda and take in panoramic views from the impressive Puente Nuevo bridge
- Wander around Córdoba and its most famed landmarks, Mezquita-Cathedral and Córdoba Synagogue, one of the last synagogues in Spain
- Explore lively Seville and the impressive royal palace, UNESCO-listed Royal Alcázar of Seville
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,850 ppwas £2,055 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - March 2028
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
12 airports
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
-
Meals
7 included
- Marvel at the treasures of Turkey’s Ottoman past with entrance to the elegant Topkapi and Dolmabahçe Palaces.
- Marvel at the Roman and Byzantine heritage of Turkey’s former capital with stops at the pillared Basilica Cistern and famous hippodrome
- Explore Istanbul’s diverse religious centres, from its iconic Blue Mosque to the cloisters of the UNESCO-listed Hagia Sophia
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Flights included
8 days
from £2,435 ppwas £2,705 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
-
Depart From
5 airports
-
Excursions & Visits
19 included
-
Meals
11 included
- Survey the salt pans in Marsala, learn about the production of sea salt, and sample local wines at a historical winery
- Explore the medieval town of Erice with panoramic views and visit Trapani's historic centre
- Discover Palermo's food markets and culinary scene, as well as the city's artistic and monumental riches on the Arab-Norman route
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Flights included
8 days
from £2,232 ppwas £2,625 pp -
Dates Available
April 2027 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
8 airports
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Excursions & Visits
12 included
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Meals
14 included
- Explore the island town of Trogir, the most preserved medieval town in central Europe
- Take in the magnificent Roman landmarks of historic Split
- Marvel at the age-old walls and medieval old town of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik, the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,904 ppwas £2,239 pp -
Dates Available
April 2027 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
9 airports
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Excursions & Visits
5 included
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Meals
15 included
- Explore the well-preserved ruins in the ancient city of Herakleia at Latmos with a guided hike
- Discover Aphrodisias, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Nysa with its sprawling theatre
- Visit the port town of Teos, with its Temple of Dionysus, and Sigacik, a former fishing village
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,812 ppwas £2,265 pp -
Dates Available
19 October 2026
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
-
Meals
14 included
- Take in the royal family's official Scottish residence, Balmoral Castle & Estate
- Embark on a two-hour cruise across the mystical waters of Loch Ness
- Immerse yourself in charming Ballater, a picturesque Victorian village nestled on the outskirts of Cairngorms National Park
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Flights included
5 days
from £1,108 ppwas £1,385 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
5 days
-
Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
12 included
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