Small Group Adventures Featuring Authentic Experiences
These small group trips are perfect for those looking to maximise their annual leave by exploring stunning destinations, visiting the very best the sites and experiencing authentic culture. Whether it’s gorgeous historic cities, ancient sites, coastal routes and lush rainforest landscapes, there’s sure to be the perfect trip for your next adventure. SAVE up to £400pp.
8-Day Highlights Of Cambodia
Explore the iconic highlights of Cambodia on this eight-day tour. Travel from the lively capital of Phnom Penh to the tranquil temples of Siem Reap. Along the way, soak in the countries unique atmosphere, cruising through floating villages, marvelling at post-war relics and tucking into fresh and fragrant local food.
** SAVE up to £200pp **
From £605pp
Operated by Explore
- Siem Reap – The gateway to exploring the incredible UNESCO-listed Angkor temples.
- Phnom Penh – Spend time in Cambodia’s bustling capital with its French colonial architecture.
- Tonle Sap Lake – See stilt houses when cruising amongst the floating villages of Tonle Sap.
- Travel with like minded travellers with a maximum group size of 16 (average size is 11)
- Led by an Explore tour guide
- 7 nights premium hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Transport within Cambodia
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
10-Day Simply Vietnam
This trip encompasses the best of Vietnam in just 10 days. Using local transport and staying in simple hotels, experience lush landscapes, discover harrowing history and sample incredible fresh food.
** SAVE up to £100pp **
From £929pp
Operated by Explore
- Wander through the bustling narrow streets of Hanoi’s Old Quarter
- Take a cookery course or try out traditional lantern making in Hoi An
- Meander along palm-lined canals and barter for exotic fruit on the Mekong Delta
- Join an excursion out to the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels
- Cruise through the turquoise waters of Halong Bay aboard a traditional junk boat
- Drive along the coast via Hai Van Pass to Hue
- 8 nights hotel accommodation
- 1 night overnight train
- 8 breakfasts, lunch
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Driver, boat crew and transfers
12-Day Simply Thailand
Journey from Bangkok’s buzz to Krabi’s palm-lined shores. Travel by varied transport, stay in simple lodgings, and uncover Thailand’s highlights and hidden gems far from the usual tourist path.
** SAVE up to £200pp **
From £995pp
Operated by Explore
- Explore the markets and street food stalls of Bangkok’s bustling Chinatown
- Discover Kanchanaburi and the River Kwai
- Discover the cave pagoda of Phraya Nakhon
- Visit Erawan Waterfall
- Enjoy a free day in Khao Sok National Park
- Relax among Koh Phangan’s coconut plantations and perfect palm-fringed beaches
- 2 nights comfortable bungalow accommodation, 9 nights comfortable hotel
- 11 breakfasts
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader, local guides
- Driver, bus and boat transfers
15-Day Highlights Of Northern India
Go beyond the Golden Triangle on a Northern India tour. Spot tigers in Ranthambore, cruise the Chambal River, explore Delhi, Varanasi, Jaipur, and marvel at the iconic Taj Mahal.
** SAVE up to £700pp **
From £1,260pp
Operated by Explore
- Explore the Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, North India’s historical hub, and home to the icons
- Experience the unique coming together of animal traders from across Rajasthan at the Pushkar Camel Fair Festival
- Search for tigers and more on safari in the sprawling Ranthambore National Park
- Watch the sun rise over the Taj Mahal and visit Agra Fort and Baby Taj
- Search for soft-shell turtles and explore the temples at Bateshwar
- Enjoy a morning boat ride on the Ganges with an afternoon at leisure in Varanasi
- 6 nights comfortable hotel accommodation, 2 nights premium hotel, 2 nights simple hotel, 2 nights comfortable lodge, 2 nights simple overnight train
- 14 breakfasts, 3 dinners
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader, local guides, naturalist(s)
- Driver, bus, 4WD, rickshaw, train and boat transfers
7-Day Highlights Of Sri Lanka
Discover Sri Lanka’s highlights in a week—ancient cities, sacred temples, and wildlife safaris in Wilpattu. Hike iconic peaks, then relax on white-sand beaches in this Indian Ocean island adventure.
** SAVE up to £200pp **
From £645pp
Operated by Explore
- Take a jeep safari to search for leopards, elephants, and sambar deer at Wilpattu National Park
- Spend time in Negombo, a coastal town that’s famous for its fishing industry and golden sands
- Climb the UNESCO Heritage Site of (Sigiriya) Lion Rock and soak up stunning views of the surrounding plains
- Visit the mountain peak of Mihintale and head to Trincomalee on the east coast of the island
- Explore Dambulla’s incredible painted cave temple filled with Buddha statues and share a meal with a local family
- 6 nights comfortable hotel accommodation
- 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader, naturalist(s)
- Driver, bus, 4WD and transfers
14-Day Simply Japan
Travel Japan from Tokyo to Kyoto, exploring ancient temples, castles, and Hiroshima’s past. Stay in a temple, see snow monkeys and deer, ride bullet trains, and try takoyaki en route.
** SAVE up to £400pp **
From £3,759pp
Operated by Explore
- Take the Bullet train and explore modern and ancient Tokyo, with the option to visit nearby Mount Fuji
- Experience traditional Japan with temples, Zen gardens, and geishas in Kyoto
- Visit Kanazawa’s Samurai district and stroll through beautiful Kenrokuen Gardens
- Meet the snow monkeys of Jigokudani and spend the night in Zenkoji Temple lodgings
- Tour a sake brewery in the old town of Takayama and stay in a family-run ryokan
- Travel by train to Hiroshima and experience the poignant Peace Park and Peace Museum
- Take the ferry to Miyajima Island, see the famous torii gate and chance to explore the island
- Wander the covered arcades criss-crossed by canals and rivers in the vibrant city of Osaka
- 11 nights comfortable hotel accommodation, 1 night simple monastery, 1 night simple ryokan
- 13 breakfasts, 1 dinner
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Driver, bus, ferry and train transfers
8-Day Highlights Of Costa Rica
A perfect week’s getaway for travellers in search of Costa Rica’s natural beauty. From brightly coloured toucans to slow-moving sloths, the tropical forests of this tiny country teem with life.
** SAVE up to £350pp **
From £1,069pp
Operated by Explore
- Explore the forest trails of the Monteverde cloud forest reserve, a biodiverse paradise for nature enthusiasts
- Whitewater raft, fly through the canopy on a zip wire or hike on volcanoes
- Share the stunning white-sand beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park with sun-bathing iguanas and capuchin monkeys
- 7 nights hotel accommodation
- 7 breakfasts
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Bus transfers
10-Day South Africa & Eswatini
Journey through South Africa’s wild heart on a ten-day adventure. Spot the Big 5 in Kruger, explore Zulu battlefields, St Lucia wetlands, and connect with Swazi culture in Eswatini.
** SAVE up to £500pp **
From £1,315pp
Operated by Explore
- Get the chance to spot the Big 5 on a game drive in Kruger National Park – one of Africa’s biggest game reserves
- Explore the Hluhluwe iMfolozi game reserve which has the biggest rhino population in Africa
- Get closer to South Africa’s wildlife on an intimate walking safari in the secluded sanctuary of Mlilwane beneath the Nyonyane Mountains
- Visit the famous battlefield of Rorke’s Drift
- Join a guided walk at the Drakensberg World Heritage Site and experience the beauty of the mountain range
- 7 nights comfortable lodge accommodation, 2 nights comfortable rondavels
- 9 breakfasts, 1lunch, 2 dinners
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Driver, 4WD and minibus transfers
15-Day Contrasts Of Mexico
Explore ancient Aztec, Zapotec, and Maya sites from Mexico City to Oaxaca and Palenque. Cross into Guatemala and Belize, savour tacos and tequila, or join for Day of the Dead.
** SAVE up to £400pp **
From £2,435pp
Operated by Explore
- From Palenque to Tikal, get closer to Latin Americas mysterious heritage at these iconic Mayan ruin sites
- Visit idyllic cities like Oaxaca and San Cristobal, soaking up local life in the Zocalos and dipping into artisanal markets
- Take in the beautiful views of the Sierra Madre mountains and take part in the Day of the Dead celebrations
- Take to the water on a boat trip through the towering gorge of Sumidero Canyon, spotting wildlife along the way
- Explore the charming old town of Flores and visit the quaint island of Isla de Flores
- 12 nights comfortable hotel accommodation, 2 nights premium hotel
- 14 breakfasts
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Driver, bus and boat transfers
8-Day Simply Morocco
This 8-day Simply Morocco tour covers a combination of majestic cities and towns in Morocco offering you adventure and culture on a budget.
** Deposit from £100 **
From £599pp
Operated by Nomadic Tours
- Visit the Hassan II Mosque while exploring Casablanca
- Check out the palaces and tanneries of Fes
- Witness a Sahara Desert sunset and enjoy a Berber camp stay
- Tour the famous Kasbah and village or Ait Benhaddou
- Enjoy the wonders of Marrakech including its UNESCO-listed medina
- The option to add further optional activities to your itinerary (additional fees apply)
- Small group tour (max 16 passengers)
- 3* accommodation including 1 night in an authentic Berber camp
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
- Guided tours of Marrakech, Ait Benhaddou, Fes, Volubillis and a Sahara camel trek
- Tour guide
- Transport in air-conditioned 4×4
- Driver and transfers
- ABTA protected
10-Day Highlights Of China
Explore China’s highlights including Hong Kong, Beijing, Great Wall, Xian and more.
** SAVE up to £300pp **
From £1,805pp
Operated by Explore
- Hong Kong – Explore this bustling metropolis, an interesting mixture of modern life and ancient traditions.
- Xian – Visit the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi and admire the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.
- Beijing – Walk a section of the Great Wall and explore Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.
- Li River cruise – Take a relaxing cruise along the River Li, passing rice paddy fields and jagged karst peaks.
- 9 nights comfortable hotel accommodation
- 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader & local guides
- Transport includes bus, boat, flight & train
14-Day Simply Peru
Explore Peru from Lima to Cusco on this two-week tour. Visit Machu Picchu, Colca Canyon, Nazca Lines, Lake Titicaca, and more – experiencing Peru’s wonders beyond its iconic Incan ruins.
** SAVE up to £375pp **
From £1,124pp
Operated by Explore
- Board a mountain train to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the most astonishing sites in the world
- Visit the floating islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca and spend the night in a local guesthouse on Taquile Island
- Watch enormous condors soaring over the jaw-dropping Colca Canyon
- Spend time in the city of Arequipa and the admire the volcanic landscapes of the Andean Mountains
- Follow a half-day walking tour of Cusco, a city offering a wealth of history, culture and art
- 2 nights simple guesthouse accommodation, 10 nights comfortable hotel, 1 night simple bus
- 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader, local guides, boat crew
- Driver, bus, public bus, train and boat transfers
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