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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Adventure
Visits: Egypt, Jordan, Abu Simbel, Alexandria, Amman, Aswan, Cairo, Dead Sea, Edfu, Jerash, Luxor, Petra, Sphinx, Wadi Rum, Valley of the Kings, Aqaba, Luxor Temple, Madaba, Pyramid of Giza, Shobak, Temple of Karnak, Valley of the Queens
$ 5,500
From $ 5,884
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$ 252 per day
Highlights
  • You’ll never forget your first glimpse of The Treasury in Petra. Spend a day taking in the majesty and mystery of this unforgettable place on a guided tour then enjoy free time to explore.
  • Set sail down the Nile – one of the world’s most iconic rivers. Relax in comfort as scenes of everyday Egyptian life stream by and experience day turn to night from your sundeck.
  • Experience the unique sensation of floating in the super-salty waters of the Dead Sea, then cover yourself in the mineral-rich mud for a spa treatment like no other.
  • Explore the magnificent temples at Abu Simbel and see the four gargantuan statues of Ramses guarding the Great Temple, carved directly out of the mountain on the west bank of the Nile.
  • Meet Bedouin locals, learn about their ways, and sleep under the stars in a desert camp in the far-out destination of Wadi Rum.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Local Immersion, 50 plus, Education / Learning
Visits: India, Nepal
$ 3,662
From $ 4,504
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 203 per day
Highlights
  • Jaipur: Savor dinner with a local family at their home in Jaipur.
  • Delhi: Take a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi.
  • Jaipur: Visit a local market in Jaipur.
  • Travel on a meter-gauge train in the countryside.
  • Udaipur: Visit a local market in Udaipur.
  • Mumbai: Visit a Dhobi Ghat in Mumbai.
  • Bhaktapur: Observe the skills of a master pottery at a pottery workshop in Bhaktapur.
  • Jama Masjid: Admire the red sandstone and marble details of Jama Masjid during your visit to one of the largest mosques in the country.
  • Delhi: Visit Agrasen Ki Baoli and take in the arched niches of this citybound step well.
  • Delhi: See Old Delhi's Red Fort.
  • New Delhi: During your orientation of New Delhi, visit Humayun's Tomb, and see India Gate and the Qutub Minar complex.
  • Taj Mahal: View the Taj Mahal, known as one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage.
  • Agra: See the imposing gate to the Jama Masjid and gain insight into life in Fatehpur Sikri, now a deserted ''ghost town.''
  • Agra: Inside Agra’s red sandstone fortress, witness the fairytale palaces, audiences halls and mosques of the Mughal rulers.
  • Ranthambore National Park: Tour Ranthambore National Park for a chance to glimpse the resident animals and birdlife.
  • Jaipur: Learn the traditional art of block-printing with a Local Specialist.
  • Jaipur: During an orientation of Jaipur, visit the Amber Fort, City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory.
  • Udaipur: Enjoy an evening cruise on Lake Pichola at the heart of Udaipur.
  • Udaipur: Visit the City Palace complex, a testimony to the Rajput passion for art and architecture.
  • Udaipur: Stroll through Saheliyon Ki Bari, also known as Garden of the Maidens. Admire the exquisite design of its fountains, pavilions and lotus pools.
  • Mumbai: Start your visit of Mumbai at the Gateway of India. Continue past the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Churchgate Station, and take time to explore the Mani Bhavan museum.
  • Kathmandu: Tour Kathmandu's Durbar Square and see the Royal Palace.
  • Kathmandu: Visit sacred Swayambhunath, known as the Monkey Temple for its mischievous inhabitants.
  • Patan: See Patan's Durbar Square, and enjoy a visit to the Krishna Temple and Golden Temple.
  • Bhaktapur: Visit Bhaktapur's Durbar Square and stroll along the characteristic streets of this cultural center.
  • Delhi: On a walking tour with a guide from the Salaam Baalak Trust which cares for the street children of Delhi.
  • Patan: Visit the Tibetan Refugee Center which features the Jawalakhel Handicraft Center.
  • Explore Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur and Mumbai
  • Visit the shrine of Swayambhunath near Patan, the UNESCO-listed city of Bhaktapur, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar in Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra, Ranthambore National Park, the Amber Fort and City Palace in Jaipur, the City Palace and Garden of the Maids in Udaipur and Mani Bhavan in Mumbai
  • View the temples of Kathmandu and Patan, and the Palace of Winds in Jaipur
  • See the Red Fort, Parliament House and India Gate in Delhi, the Gateway of India and Chhatrapati Shivaji historic railway station in Mumbai
  • Scenic Cruise across Mumbai Harbor to Elephanta Island
  • Deogarh: Stay in a beautifully maintained heritage resort in Deogarh, which was once a magnificent fort.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Local Immersion, 50 plus, Education / Learning
Visits: India, Nepal
$ 4,834
From $ 5,946
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 210 per day
Highlights
  • Jaipur: Savour dinner with a local family at their home in Jaipur.
  • Kochi: Visit and have dinner with a local family in their home in Kochi and gain a fascinating insight into their lifestyle.
  • Delhi: Take a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi.
  • Jaipur: Visit a local market in Jaipur.
  • Travel on a metre-gauge train in the countryside.
  • Udaipur: Visit a local market in Udaipur.
  • Mumbai: Visit a Dhobi Ghat in Mumbai.
  • Periyar National Park: See an Indian martial arts performance.
  • Kumarakom: Discover rural life on a walking tour with a local market visit.
  • Kochi: See the unique Chinese fishing nets at Fort Kochi.
  • Bhaktapur: Observe the skills of a master pottery at a pottery workshop in Bhaktapur.
  • Delhi: See Old Delhi's Red Fort.
  • Jama Masjid: Admire the red sandstone and marble details of Jama Masjid during your visit to one of the largest mosques in the country.
  • Delhi: Visit Agrasen Ki Baoli and take in the arched niches of this citybound step well.
  • New Delhi: During your orientation of New Delhi, visit Humayun's Tomb, and see India Gate and the Qutub Minar complex.
  • Taj Mahal: View the Taj Mahal, known as one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage.
  • Agra: Inside Agra’s red sandstone fortress, witness the fairytale palaces, audiences halls and mosques of the Mughal rulers.
  • Agra: See the imposing gate to the Jama Masjid and gain insight into life in Fatehpur Sikri, now a deserted ''ghost town.''
  • Ranthambore National Park: Tour Ranthambore National Park for a chance to glimpse the resident animals and birdlife.
  • Jaipur: Learn the traditional art of block-printing with a Local Specialist.
  • Jaipur: During an orientation of Jaipur, visit the Amber Fort, City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory.
  • Udaipur: Enjoy an evening cruise on Lake Pichola at the heart of Udaipur.
  • Udaipur: Visit the City Palace complex, a testimony to the Rajput passion for art and architecture.
  • Udaipur: Stroll through Saheliyon Ki Bari, also known as Garden of the Maidens. Admire the exquisite design of its fountains, pavilions and lotus pools.
  • Mumbai: Start your visit of Mumbai at the Gateway of India. Continue past the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Churchgate Station, and take time to explore the Mani Bhavan museum.
  • Join a Local Specialist on a visit to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park.
  • Kumily: Learn about time-tested customs and the cultural significance of spice cultivation during your visit to Kumily Spice Garden.
  • Kerala Backwater Day Tours: Cruise the backwaters of Kerala on a traditional houseboat. Get an insider's look at the day-to-day activities of locals as you journey along Kerala's waterways.
  • Kathmandu: Tour Kathmandu's Durbar Square and see the Royal Palace.
  • Kathmandu: Visit sacred Swayambhunath, known as the Monkey Temple for its mischievous inhabitants.
  • Patan: See Patan's Durbar Square, and enjoy a visit to the Krishna Temple and Golden Temple.
  • Bhaktapur: Visit Bhaktapur's Durbar Square and stroll along the characteristic streets of this cultural centre.
  • Delhi: On a walking tour with a guide from the Salaam Baalak Trust which cares for the street children of Delhi.
  • Patan: Visit the Tibetan Refugee Centre which features the Jawalakhel Handicraft Centre.
  • Explore Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai and Kochi
  • Visit Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar in Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra, Ranthambore National Park, the Amber Fort and City Palace in Jaipur, the City Palace and Garden of the Maids in Udaipur and Mani Bhavan in Mumbai and Kumily Spice Garden and St Francis Church in Kerala.
  • View the Palace of Winds in Jaipur
  • See the Red Fort, Parliament House and India Gate in Delhi, the Gateway of India and the Chhatrapati Shivaji historic railway station in Mumbai
  • Scenic Cruise across Mumbai Harbour to Elephanta Island and the Kerala backwaters on a houseboat
  • Deogarh: Stay in a beautifully maintained heritage resort in Deogarh, which was once a magnificent fort.
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Intrepid Travel
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Local Immersion, Adventure
Visits: Cambodia, Vietnam, Angkor Wat, Halong Bay , Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Hue, Killing Fields, Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh , Da Nang, Saigon, Cai Be, Mekong Delta, Siem Reap
$ 4,190
From $ 4,975
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$ 211 per day
Highlights
  • Explore the amazing Angkor archaeological complex in depth with your included three-day pass, so as well as guided tours, you have the option to return and explore at your own pace.
  • Be treated to an overnight stay on a traditional junk sailing boat in Halong Bay – wake up and feel like you’re still in a dream, surrounded by the incredible limestone karsts and turquoise waters of this magical place.
  • You’ll take a culinary journey to discover the mouth-watering, achingly fresh delights of Vietnam. From slurping traditional Bun Bo Hue, to digging into a vegetarian feast at a local nunnery, to enjoying a home-cooked lunch with locals in Ninh Binh – your tastebuds won’t be the same again.
  • Be welcomed into a Cambodian village for a tour of their agricultural surroundings and enjoy sunset drinks with a local family in their stilt house.
  • Visit a restaurant with a difference and enjoy a special lunch at KOTO restaurant – an Intrepid Foundation supported program that teaches disadvantaged youth hospitality skills.
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Intrepid Travel
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Adventure
Visits: India, Nepal, Amber Fort, Bhaktapur, Delhi, Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Mount Everest, Tibet, Pokhara, Agra, Jaipur, Red Fort, Taj Mahal, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Rajasthan
$ 4,895
From $ 6,021
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 245 per day
Highlights
  • Soak up the unique atmosphere of a candle flower ceremony at dusk on the Ganges River in Varanasi, then wake up early for a sunrise boat ride, where you’ll watch the light gradually illuminate the many ghats and temples along the river.
  • Explore the Taj Mahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World – and learn of its lesser-known poetic history from a local expert among the surrounding gardens.
  • Take a jeep safari with a local guide in Chitwan National Park – a beauty brimming with exotic wildlife – and you may be lucky enough to spot rhinos or elusive leopards and tigers.
  • Visit a Tibetan refugee camp and get to know the community before taking on a cooking demonstration to learn how to create traditional momos (steamed dumplings).
  • By travelling on this trip, you'll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Forget Me Not. Donations help them provide job training, work experience and employment opportunities for young people who've grown up in institutionalised Nepalese orphanages.
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: Ecuador, Peru, Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Guayaquil, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Puerto Maldonado, Puno, Quito, Sacred Valley, Santa Cruz Island
$ 9,429
From $ 10,946
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 410 per day
Highlights
  • Lima: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit San Francisco Monastery and a local Peruvian food market; welcome dinner at Casa Garcia Alvarado; farewell dinner
  • Sacred valley: Enjoy a special lunch, complete with live Andean music and a Mother Earth Ceremony performed by a shaman; visit Pisac; visit Ollantaytambo and a local home for a glimpse into rural Peruvian life
  • Machu picchu: Take the Vistadome train through the Urubamba Valley; sightseeing with a Local Guide and a second entrance to the ruins on your second day in Machu Picchu; Pisco Sour mixology lesson
  • Cusco: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; Inca King greeting; visit the cathedral and Santo Domingo Monastery, Kenko Temple, and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman
  • Lake titicaca: Guided sightseeing to Taquile and the Uros Floating Islands
  • Sillustani: Visit the ruins; learn about the lives of the local people
  • Paracas: Fly over the Nazca Lines; cruise to the Ballestas IslandsGALÁPAGOS ISLANDS
  • Be sure you’ve packed your camera on this amazing vacation to Peru and the Galápagos Islands, as you’ll enjoy magnificent scenery in the Peruvian Amazon, thrilling wildlife in the Galápagos Islands, and amazing ancient ruins in some of Peru’s most historic areas
  • Peru is one of the great originating centers of ancient culture, and on this vacation, you’ll discover its archaeological treasures, visit its ancient ruins, and learn about its ancient culture
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: Ecuador, Peru, Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Guayaquil, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Puno, Quito, Sacred Valley, Santa Cruz Island, Pacific Ocean
$ 8,689
From $ 10,085
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 457 per day
Highlights
  • Lima: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit San Francisco Monastery and a local Peruvian food market; welcome dinner at Casa Garcia Alvarado; farewell dinner
  • Sacred valley: Enjoy a special lunch, complete with live Andean music and a Mother Earth Ceremony performed by a shaman; visit Pisac; visit Ollantaytambo and a local home for a glimpse into rural Peruvian life
  • Machu picchu: Take the Vistadome train through the Urubamba Valley; sightseeing with a Local Guide and a second entrance to the ruins on your second day in Machu Picchu; Pisco Sour mixology lesson
  • Cusco: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; Inca King greeting; visit the cathedral and Santo Domingo Monastery, Kenko Temple, and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman
  • Lake titicaca: Guided sightseeing to Taquile and the Uros Floating Islands
  • Sillustani: Visit the ruins; learn about the lives of the local people
  • Paracas: Fly over the Nazca Lines; cruise to the Ballestas IslandsGALÁPAGOS ISLANDS
  • The thrilling beauty of the Galápagos Islands and the rediscovered jewels of the Inca Empire await you on this tour through the Galápagos and Peru
  • A highlight of your vacation is a tour to Machu Picchu, where you’ll visit this amazing Inca city
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Intrepid Travel
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Adventure
Visits: Bhutan, Nepal, Bhaktapur, Chitwan National Park, Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Mount Everest, Paro, Punakha, Thimphu, Tibet, Pokhara, Thimpu, Himalayas
$ 6,305
From $ 7,835
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 354 per day
Highlights
  • Take a jeep safari with a local guide in Chitwan National Park – a beauty brimming with exotic wildlife – and you may be lucky enough to spot rhinos or elusive leopards and tigers.
  • Visit a Tibetan refugee camp and get to know the community before taking on a cooking demonstration to learn how to create traditional momos (steamed dumplings).
  • Hike to Taktsang, commonly known as the Tiger's Nest, the small monastery clinging to a rocky cliff 900 metres above the valley floor, and soak in its magnificence.
  • Discover the 15th-century fertility temple of Chimi Lhakhang, and visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong, an ancient fortress and religious centre that sits at the confluence of two rivers.
  • Experience Bhutanese hospitality in the Paro Valley when you enjoy a homecooked meal at a rustic farmhouse and opt to take a soak in a traditional hot stone bath.
  • By travelling on this trip, you'll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Forget Me Not. Donations help them provide job training, work experience and employment opportunities for young people who've grown up in institutionalised Nepalese orphanages.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: India, Nepal
$ 2,220
From $ 2,731
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 117 per day
4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Intrepid Travel
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Local Immersion, Adventure
Visits: India, Amber Fort, Chennai, Delhi, Kerala, Kochi, Kovalam, Periyar, Western Ghats, Agra, Jaipur, Rajasthan, Red Fort, Taj Mahal, Varanasi, Khajuraho
$ 4,925
From $ 6,002
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 222 per day
Highlights
  • Visit the Taj Mahal - one of the Seven Wonders of the World - and learn of its lesser-known poetic history from a local expert among the surrounding gardens.
  • Soak up the unique atmosphere of a candle flower ceremony at dusk on the Ganges River in Varanasi, then wake up early for a sunrise boat ride, where you'll watch the light gradually illuminate the many ghats and temples along the river.
  • See behind the scenes of local cuisine during cooking classes in local homes, an insightful ayurvedic cooking demonstration in Kochi and lovingly made Keralan favourites at a restaurant that provides training and employment to local women.
  • Explore Puducherry and discover its colonial French Quarter and colourful multi-tiered temples, and cruise along the dreamy palm-lined waterways of the Kerala backwaters.
  • Take a nature walk in the acclaimed Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, looking out for tiger tracks with your local village guides.
  • By travelling on this trip, you'll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Buenos Aires, Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Manaus, Sacred Valley
$ 6,419
From $ 7,268
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 338 per day
Highlights
  • Rio de janeiro: Cable-car ride up Sugar Loaf Mountain and Sugar Loaf cocktail party; sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit Corcovado Mountain and the cathedral; Churrascaria dinner
  • Buenos aires: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and Recoleta Cemetery; Tango dance lesson; Tango show
  • Iguassu falls: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit both sides of the falls; Ecological Jungle Train
  • Lima: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit San Francisco Monastery; dinner at Larco Herrera Museum; local Peruvian food market
  • Sacred valley: Visit Kenko Amphitheater and Pisac; Mother Earth Ceremony with a shaman; visit Ollantaytambo and a local home visit for a glimpse into rural Peruvian life
  • Machu picchu: Take the Vistadome train through the Urubamba Valley; sightseeing with Local Guide and two days entrance to the ruins
  • Cusco: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit the cathedral, the Santo Domingo Monastery, and Temple of Sacsayhuaman; farewell dinner
  • Explore the beauty of South America during this exhilarating vacation to Brazil, Argentina, and Peru
  • Visit its cosmopolitan and lively cities as well as its ancient treasures and scenic highlights
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, Buenos Aires, Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Guayaquil, Lima, Machu Picchu, Quito, Sacred Valley, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz Island, Pacific Ocean
$ 8,709
From $ 10,146
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 396 per day
Highlights
  • Rio de janeiro: Cable-car ride up Sugar Loaf Mountain and Sugar Loaf cocktail party; sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit Corcovado Mountain and the cathedral; Churrascaria dinner
  • Buenos aires: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and Recoleta Cemetery; Tango dance lesson; Tango show
  • Iguassu falls: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit both sides of the falls; Ecological Jungle Train
  • Lima: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit San Francisco Monastery; dinner at Larco Herrera Museum; local Peruvian food market
  • Sacred valley: Visit Kenko Amphitheater and Pisac; Mother Earth Ceremony with a shaman; visit Ollantaytambo and a local home visit for a glimpse into rural Peruvian life
  • Machu picchu: Take the Vistadome train through the Urubamba Valley; sightseeing with Local Guide and two days entrance to the ruins
  • Cusco: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit the cathedral, the Santo Domingo Monastery, and Temple of Sacsayhuaman; farewell dinnerGALÁPAGOS
  • Explore the beauty of South America during this exhilarating vacation to Brazil, Argentina, Peru, and the Galápagos Islands
  • Visit its cosmopolitan and lively cities as well as its ancient treasures and scenic highlights
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Bariloche, Buenos Aires, Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Puerto Varas, Sacred Valley, Santiago
$ 7,569
From $ 8,769
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 350 per day
Highlights
  • Rio de janeiro : Cable-car ride up Sugar Loaf Mountain and Sugar Loaf cocktail party; sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit Corcovado Mountain and the cathedral; Churrascaria dinner
  • Iguassu falls : Sightseeing with a Local Guide on both the Brazilian and Argentinean sides of Iguassu National Park; Ecological Jungle Train
  • Buenos aires : Walking tour; visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and Recoleta Cemetery; empanada cooking class; Tango lesson & show; visit a local estancia
  • Bariloche: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; chairlift to Cerro Campanario; Andes lake crossingPUERTO MONTT
  • Santiago : Guided city sightseeing; visit the cathedral; visit Concha y Toro Winery; farewell dinnerPERU
  • Sample the unique cultures of South America on this thrilling vacation to Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Peru, including stays in Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires, Bariloche, Santiago, and Lima
  • You’ll see some amazing scenery and natural wonders, starting with Iguassu Falls, located on the border of Brazil and Argentina
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning, Small Ship Cruise
Visits: Cambodia, Vietnam
$ 5,375
From $ 6,611
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 299 per day
4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning
Visits: Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, Rio de Janeiro
$ 7,391
From $ 9,091
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 352 per day
Highlights
  • Buenos Aires: Visit a family-run gaucho ranch for an energizing event of food, drink, music, dance and horseback riding demonstrations. Kick off with a lunch of empanadas, salads, asado meat of sausages, chicken and beef and drinks followed by flan with dulce de leche for dessert. You’ll even learn how to grill the asado. Discoveries continue over a demonstration of gaucho´s skill with horses and a lively show. Take time to wander among the historic, 150-year-old building past the cows and horses before taking home your keepsake leather accessory gift typical of this region.
  • Lima: Visit a local market with Chef Ignacio and enjoy a special lunch at his cooking school.
  • Buenos Aires: Experience the beauty of the Tango and learn about its traditions.
  • Buenos Aires: Uncover San Antonio de Areco, the heart of the “gaucho” traditions in the “pampas” region. Walk around the small village’s cobblestoned streets appreciating its quaint historical centre. See the main square, the church, and meet some of the locals along the way. Also known as the ‘Cradle of Tradition’ the colonial town was founded over 280 years ago and is filled with old bars (“pulperías”) and artisan shops with over 30 silversmiths. Known as “platería criolla”, the traditional Argentinean silverworks include knives, jewellery and other traditional items.
  • Buenos Aires: Visit a gaucho painter’s studio to view his works, appreciate the diverse subjects of his paintings, learn the history of the gaucho town followed by a fascinating drawing demonstration.
  • Lima: You’re treated to a lesson on how to pour the perfect Pisco sour, Peru’s native drink. In the good hands of professional chef Ignacio, the results are sure to be delicious. Ignacio will explain the history of Pisco – a type pf wine, the typical Pisco Sour, and an internationally less known but locally more popular drink called “Chilcano”. This cocktail of pisco, lime juice, Ginger ale and bitters is a refreshing twist on the pisco sour that will have you eager to share the recipe with your friends.
  • Cusco: Enjoy the flavours of chicha, a Peruvian corn beer. Hear about how chicha is brewed by the local indigenous women and its history dating back to the time of the Incas as a favourite drink of the Andes. Learn about the two types of chicha, alcoholic sour chicha de jora made from fermented jora corn and the non-alcoholic, sweet chicha morada.
  • Rio de Janeiro: Journey high above Guanabara Bay first to Urca hill and then the top of Sugarloaf at 1,299 feet above sea level for views of Botafogo cove, Copacabana, and Guanabara Bay. Take in all the dramatic views with plenty of photos knowing you’re a part of history. This Cable Car linking Urca hill to Sugarloaf Mountain built in 1912 was the first Brazilian cable car and the third in the world. You’ll also learn the story of the name Sugarloaf, the most popular version saying that from the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries, at the peak of sugar cane production, the mounds of refined sugar resembled the shape of the mountain itself. A sweet story with a stunning view.
  • Corcovado: Climb into the clouds to the top of Corcovado Mountain to visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer. You’ll ride the Corcovado Railway, the first electrified railroad in Brazil, and an icon itself. The railway is actually older than the monument and even transported the pieces of the monument. The train has taken popes, kings, princes, presidents, artists, scientists - and now you - since its start in 1884. You’ll feel good about your travels too knowing that this electric train doesn’t pollute the surrounding Tijuca National Park. As you ascend 2,379 feet, consider the history of Christ the Redeemer built from 1926-1931, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and one of the most famous Art Déco sculptures. Gaze out the window at the views of the Rio de Janeiro and, at the top, stand beneath the famous statue’s feet looking up to its top of 98 feet high.
  • Iguassu Falls: Join a Local Specialist who will guide your exploration of the Brazilian side of the falls in this massive park spanning the border between Argentina and Brazil. The region hosts a variety of wildlife including tapirs, giant anteaters, howler monkeys, ocelots, jaguars, caymans and 400 species of birds - so be on the lookout for that special photo-op. Given Iguassu’s support of extreme habitats and diverse species, it’s no wonder it is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
  • Iguassu Falls: Join a local specialist for a walk along the long catwalk suspended above the swirling waters of the Iguassu River. View the chaotic crush of water pouring down Devil's throat falls. Then board an open-air ecological jungle train for a different perspective of the mighty cascades.
  • Iguassu Falls: Join a local specialist for a walk along the long catwalk suspended above the swirling waters of the Iguassu River. View the chaotic crush of water pouring down Devil's throat falls. Then board an open-air ecological jungle train for a different perspective of the mighty cascades.
  • Buenos Aires: Embark on a Buenos Aires City Tour with a Local Specialist. Walk through the wide boulevards of this beautiful capital admiring the spirit of a city whose European and Latin American influences can be seen around every turn. See the pink palace, the seat of the Argentine national government and president's office whose balcony Juan and “Evita” Perón addressed the people in the 1940s and 1950s. Visit the cathedral and wander through the lively and colourful La Boca neighbourhood lined with restaurants, street artists and local art around every corner.
  • Lima: Take in the highlights of Lima, the 'City of the Kings,' including a panoramic view of the ancient districts. Join a local specialist for a visit to the UNESCO-listed Historic Center. Learn how before it was destroyed by earthquakes in the mid-18th century, observing how the historic buildings display a collaboration between local craftspeople and others from the Old World. Then drive along the coastline as you learn more about the fascinating history of Peru's capital city.
  • Cusco: Visit the mystical Incan stronghold of Ollantaytambo with a Local Specialist. These famous ruins are a massive Inca fortress made of large stone terraces stretching out across a hillside. Walk among the stone platforms, the sun temple of six monoliths and the Princess Baths fountain ― the Baño de la Nusta at the base of the ruins flowing from carved stone into a pool. Over your exploration, learn how the old town is an Inca-era grid of cobblestoned streets and adobe buildings.
  • Machu Picchu: Soak in every moment of your Machu Picchu tour in style as you descend to the Lost City in the clouds aboard the Vistadome train. Travelling the Inca Trail, you’ll traverse dramatic landscapes with a panoramic view of the soaring peaks, river, and ruins. Sit back and relax as you enjoy this multi-sensory journey complete with background music, an informative audio commentary highlighting interesting sites, and an included light snack.
  • Machu Picchu: Take a shuttle to the top of the mountain where you’ll meet your local specialist for a guided hike of Machu Picchu. You’ll learn about Machu Picchu’s history and the use of each section of including ceremonial, storage, agriculture, temples, astronomical, and observatory as well as the possible reasons why the Incas left Machu Picchu.
  • Machu Picchu: The ruins of Machu Picchu beckon yet again and we enjoy one final opportunity to reconnect with its story. Journey to take in the ruins at sunrise spending some time on your own to explore the hill-top fortress. Soak in every moment at this iconic site, making stops at points of interest while your guide shares their insights on the archaeological sites.
  • Cusco: Join your Local Specialist for a guided walk through Cusco's colonial centre, including the nearby 13th century Incan settlement of Koricancha. Here in Cusco’s Golden Temple of the Sun dedicated to the Sun God Inti, view the trapezoidal and irregular shapes and rounded edges. Note how the stones fit together and were built simply by placing them on top of each other without using any mortar. This staggered placement also enables them to withstand earthquakes.
  • Cusco: Begin your day at the ruins of the UNESCO-listed Sacsayhuamán fortress overlooking Cusco. With zig zagging walls and ruins of giant stones, see how the shape and harmony of the landscape is similar to Machu Picchu. Stroll through this Incan architecture of sacred buildings such as residential buildings, towers, shrines, warehouses, roads and aqueducts. And while you may not be able to take in the grand scale, the complex design is based on the shape of the head of a puma, a sacred animal in Inca spirituality.
  • Lima: Join a local specialist for a tour of the Rafael Larco Herrera Museum which houses the largest private collection of pre-Columbian Peruvian art in the world. You'll also explore the extensive collection of Peruvian gold and silver from ancient times. Learn the history of the museum founded by Rafael Larco on July 28th, 1926 in Trujillo followed by in 1958 when Larco moved his collection to Lima to a unique colonial residence built on top of a VIII century pyramid.
  • Iguassu Falls: Visiting the ancestral Guarani community for an immersive MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Join the Guarani for a jungle walk, first greeted by an aboriginal "guide" who leads you through trails that surround and crisscross the village. Learn about the beliefs, myths, legends and the virtues of medicinal plants and their uses before visiting the temple in the heart of the jungle discovering the initiation and baptism rituals of the tribe. See the plantations, their homes and their hunting traps for different kinds of animals that they used in ancient times. Your visit ends with a display of handicrafts using resources such as wood, lianas, seeds, etc.
  • Buenos Aires: Visit a workshop where people with special abilities manufacture in an artisanal way the traditional shoe of the gauchos: "alpargatas", still used in the countryside and by many rural workers. Learn about the production process. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience helps the association to support youth and adults develop their abilities to make these traditional shoes and is the only factory offering disabled people job opportunities.
  • Sacred Valley: Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience meeting Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez, a master Quechua weaver and the first person from her village to attend university. She has been an ambassador for Andean traditions since she began learning ancient pre-Columbian weaving techniques as a young girl in the 1960s. You'll learn about traditional weaving practice using natural dyeing techniques and its importance to their identity and culture. Your visit makes a difference in helping to preserve and promote traditional pre-Columbian weaving techniques in the 21st century.
  • Cusco: Visit Manos de la Comunidad weaving centre to learn about artistic traditions and the four Andean camels: Llamas, Alpacas, Vicuñas and Guanacos. Then step inside a private area to discover one of the traditions of the Sacred Valley called “lindaje”. This typical tradition of several communities reinforces the borders of each community and involves several customs, one of which is man dancing in typical women’s clothes. Then enjoy an exclusive lunch at a beautiful outdoor space near the Weaving Centre.
  • Explore Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Lima and Cusco with a Local Specialist, Explore both the Brazilian & Argentinean side of Iguassu Falls with a local specialist, Enjoy a Tango & Dinner Show
  • Visit Sugarloaf Mountain, the Christ the Redeemer statue, Iguassu Falls, Pisac, Ollantaytambo ruins, Machu Picchu, Sacsayhuaman, the Larco Museum, the Guarani community, Manos de la Comunidad Weaving Centre and San Antonio de Areco - the heart of the “gaucho” traditions in the “pampas” region
  • See the Teatro Colon, Copacabana Beach and the Casa Rosada
  • Scenic Drive through the Sacred Valley
  • Scenic Train Ride to Machu Picchu aboard the Vistadome train
  • Sacred Valley: Enjoy this Stays With Stories, at Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay, a former 18th-century colonial-style monastery in the Sacred Valley.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Insight Vacations
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion
Visits: Italy, Malta
$ 9,166
From $ 9,831
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 400 per day
Highlights
  • Rome: Sightsee the local way, with a leisurely passeggiata through the backstreets, where a friend in Rome will explain how modern life takes place, around ancient treasures like the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona.
  • Capri: Discover the luxuriant Gardens of Augustus with a Local Expert and admire views of the Faraglioni rocks.
  • Capri: Cruise by jetfoil to this famous isle through beautiful blue Mediterranean waters to meet your Local Expert.
  • Alberobello: Led by a Local Expert, explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing the Trulli of Alberobello. Circular structures with conical roofs that are domed within, built from local limestone and stacked without using mortar.
  • Matera: With your Local Expert, visit the famous Sassi or cave dwellings, which were home to approximately 20,000 people until 1950 and are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Palermo: Visit the spectacular 12th Century Palatine Chapel. Its sombre exterior gives away few clues to the riches inside. Step into a world where the walls glitter with 12th century mosaics, the best of their kind in the world.
  • Pompeii: Walk with a Local Expert through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century.
  • Messina: Cross the Straights of Messina to Sicily by ferry.
  • Taormina: Should you awake early, you may see why this is known as 'The Dawn Coast of Europe.'
  • Taormina: Visit the ancient Greek Ampitheatre with your Local Expert. Set on a cliff, open to the sky, take your seats and enjoy the view through the crumbling arches to Mount Etna.
  • Taormina: During your orientation with your Travel Director, visit the courtyard of Palazzo Corvaja, seat of the first Sicilian parliament, and stroll along Corso Umberto to Piazza IX Aprile.
  • Cefalu: Your Travel Director will show you the cathedral, built to fulfil a vow. Walk to the medieval stone fountain in the old fishermen's quarter, find the Gothic arch of the Porta Marina and see the harbor.
  • Agrigento: A Local Expert will lead you through the magnificent remains of the Greek colony in the Valley in the Temples. See the massive Temple of Concord and clifftop Temple of Juno.
  • Syracuse: Walk through the gardens of Paradise Quarry, listen to the acoustics in the mysterious Ear of Dionysius and visit the Greek theater.
  • Catania: During an exploration with your Travel Director see the Duomo, Piazza and the noble buildings of Palazzo Senatorio.
  • Valletta: Explore the capital with your Local Expert. Visit the Upper Barrakka Gardens and get lost in its beautiful 16th century buildings including St John’s Co-Cathedral, designed in a baroque fashion.
  • Mdina: Explore Mdina with a Local Expert in the late afternoon to explore this golden city. Known as the Silent City for its shady streets and peaceful atmosphere.
  • Rome: Enjoy exclusive access to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes during an after-hours visit. This 9th-century basilica’s simple facade guards the world's best-preserved Byzantine mosaics. The history of the church springs to life as you admire the interior’s treasured collection, including Bernini's first sculpture and the renowned mosaics, illuminated for your visit. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a rare and unforgettable insight into Rome and its religious history.
  • Sliema: Visit the National War Museum, site of a former air raid shelter. Learn about the important role Malta played during WWII over a lecture by an historian.
  • Alberobello: Dine at Trattoria Terra Madre, where owner Alessandro and his nonna have built a restaurant that focuses on sustainability and creating jobs for locals. Everything is grown organically and harvested on site, and excess produce is donated to their community. The restaurant sources their produce locally, implements a strategy to reduce their food waste and promotes sustainable agricultural practices. Trattoria Terra Madre, advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption & Production.
  • Grottole: Participate in the fascinating Wonder Grottole project. This regeneration initiative works to rehabilitate the abandoned historic center and preserves traditional village life.
  • Palermo: Learn about the civil anti-mafia movement and discover the lesser known history of Palermo.
  • Rome: Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers at a uniquely Roman local restaurant.
  • Capri: Enjoy a tasting of limoncello, Capri's traditional lemon liqueur.
  • Palermo: Sample a variety of cuisine on your Dine-Around evening.
  • Sliema: Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers at your luxury hotel in Sliema.
  • Mdina: Toast to your trip with your fellow travelers and enjoy a Celebration Dinner at a wonderful local restaurant.
  • Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Optional - Capri: Discover the luxuriant Gardens of Augustus with a Local Expert and admire views of the Faraglioni rocks.
  • Optional - Capri: Enjoy a tasting of limoncello, Capri's traditional lemon liqueur.
  • Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Optional - Palermo: Visit the spectacular 12th Century Palatine Chapel. Its sombre exterior gives away few clues to the riches inside. Step into a world where the walls glitter with 12th century mosaics, the best of their kind in the world.
  • Optional - Palermo: Learn about the civil anti-mafia movement and discover the lesser known history of Palermo.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Insight Vacations
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion
Visits: Italy, Malta
$ 8,016
From $ 9,831
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 400 per day
Highlights
  • Rome: Sightsee the local way, with a leisurely passeggiata through the backstreets, where a friend in Rome will explain how modern life takes place, around ancient treasures like the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona.
  • Capri: Discover the luxuriant Gardens of Augustus with a Local Expert and admire views of the Faraglioni rocks.
  • Capri: Cruise by jetfoil to this famous isle through beautiful blue Mediterranean waters to meet your Local Expert.
  • Alberobello: Led by a Local Expert, explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing the Trulli of Alberobello. Circular structures with conical roofs that are domed within, built from local limestone and stacked without using mortar.
  • Matera: With your Local Expert, visit the famous Sassi or cave dwellings, which were home to approximately 20,000 people until 1950 and are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Palermo: Visit the spectacular 12th Century Palatine Chapel. Its sombre exterior gives away few clues to the riches inside. Step into a world where the walls glitter with 12th century mosaics, the best of their kind in the world.
  • Pompeii: Walk with a Local Expert through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century.
  • Messina: Cross the Straights of Messina to Sicily by ferry.
  • Taormina: Should you awake early, you may see why this is known as 'The Dawn Coast of Europe.'
  • Taormina: Visit the ancient Greek Ampitheatre with your Local Expert. Set on a cliff, open to the sky, take your seats and enjoy the view through the crumbling arches to Mount Etna.
  • Taormina: During your orientation with your Travel Director, visit the courtyard of Palazzo Corvaja, seat of the first Sicilian parliament, and stroll along Corso Umberto to Piazza IX Aprile.
  • Cefalu: Your Travel Director will show you the cathedral, built to fulfil a vow. Walk to the medieval stone fountain in the old fishermen's quarter, find the Gothic arch of the Porta Marina and see the harbor.
  • Agrigento: A Local Expert will lead you through the magnificent remains of the Greek colony in the Valley in the Temples. See the massive Temple of Concord and clifftop Temple of Juno.
  • Syracuse: Walk through the gardens of Paradise Quarry, listen to the acoustics in the mysterious Ear of Dionysius and visit the Greek theater.
  • Catania: During an exploration with your Travel Director see the Duomo, Piazza and the noble buildings of Palazzo Senatorio.
  • Valletta: Explore the capital with your Local Expert. Visit the Upper Barrakka Gardens and get lost in its beautiful 16th century buildings including St John’s Co-Cathedral, designed in a baroque fashion.
  • Mdina: Explore Mdina with a Local Expert in the late afternoon to explore this golden city. Known as the Silent City for its shady streets and peaceful atmosphere.
  • Rome: Enjoy exclusive access to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes during an after-hours visit. This 9th-century basilica’s simple facade guards the world's best-preserved Byzantine mosaics. The history of the church springs to life as you admire the interior’s treasured collection, including Bernini's first sculpture and the renowned mosaics, illuminated for your visit. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a rare and unforgettable insight into Rome and its religious history.
  • Sliema: Visit the National War Museum, site of a former air raid shelter. Learn about the important role Malta played during WWII over a lecture by an historian.
  • Alberobello: Dine at Trattoria Terra Madre, where owner Alessandro and his nonna have built a restaurant that focuses on sustainability and creating jobs for locals. Everything is grown organically and harvested on site, and excess produce is donated to their community. The restaurant sources their produce locally, implements a strategy to reduce their food waste and promotes sustainable agricultural practices. Trattoria Terra Madre, advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption & Production.
  • Grottole: Participate in the fascinating Wonder Grottole project. This regeneration initiative works to rehabilitate the abandoned historic center and preserves traditional village life.
  • Palermo: Learn about the civil anti-mafia movement and discover the lesser known history of Palermo.
  • Rome: Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers at a uniquely Roman local restaurant.
  • Capri: Enjoy a tasting of limoncello, Capri's traditional lemon liqueur.
  • Palermo: Sample a variety of cuisine on your Dine-Around evening.
  • Sliema: Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers at your luxury hotel in Sliema.
  • Mdina: Toast to your trip with your fellow travelers and enjoy a Celebration Dinner at a wonderful local restaurant.
  • Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Optional - Capri: Discover the luxuriant Gardens of Augustus with a Local Expert and admire views of the Faraglioni rocks.
  • Optional - Capri: Enjoy a tasting of limoncello, Capri's traditional lemon liqueur.
  • Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Optional - Palermo: Visit the spectacular 12th Century Palatine Chapel. Its sombre exterior gives away few clues to the riches inside. Step into a world where the walls glitter with 12th century mosaics, the best of their kind in the world.
  • Optional - Palermo: Learn about the civil anti-mafia movement and discover the lesser known history of Palermo.
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4.2 | Great | 25 Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Moderate
Moderate Physical Level All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Theme:
Cultural
Visits: India, Nepal, Agra, Chitwan National Park, Delhi, Kathmandu, Khajuraho, Mumbai
From $ 13,690
$ 761 per day
Highlights
  • From the Arabian Sea to the Himalayas
  • from the ultramodern architecture of New Dehli to the forests of Bandhavgarh National Park in India and Chitwan National Park in Nepal
  • our unique experiences show you the incomparable cultural diversity
  • compelling history
  • and spectacular natural beauty of the Indian subcontinent. Set off on game-viewing safaris in search of the elusive tiger... fly over the landscapes of Mt. Everest on a flightseeing tour… visit a Buddhist monastery in Kathmandhu… discover the architecture of Bhaktapur
  • along the ancient trading route from Nepal to Tibet… feel the spiritual passion of the Taj Mahal
  • poetry in marble… explore the Heritage section of Mumbai… wander awestruck among the eye-opening Hindu temples of Khajuraho… and enjoy an unusual opportunity to join in hands-on community projects as a volunteer in places where there is need
  • working with local villagers to improve their lives
  • forging friendships across cultures.
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4.2 | Great | 25 Reviews
By
Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Moderate
Moderate Physical Level All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Theme:
Cultural
Visits: India, Nepal, Agra, Chitwan National Park, Delhi, Kathmandu, Khajuraho, Mumbai
From $ 12,990
$ 722 per day
Highlights
  • From the Arabian Sea to the Himalayas
  • from the ultramodern architecture of New Dehli to the forests of Bandhavgarh National Park in India and Chitwan National Park in Nepal
  • our unique experiences show you the incomparable cultural diversity
  • compelling history
  • and spectacular natural beauty of the Indian subcontinent. Set off on game-viewing safaris in search of the elusive tiger... fly over the landscapes of Mt. Everest on a flightseeing tour… visit a Buddhist monastery in Kathmandhu… discover the architecture of Bhaktapur
  • along the ancient trading route from Nepal to Tibet… feel the spiritual passion of the Taj Mahal
  • poetry in marble… explore the Heritage section of Mumbai… wander awestruck among the eye-opening Hindu temples of Khajuraho… and enjoy an unusual opportunity to join in hands-on community projects as a volunteer in places where there is need
  • working with local villagers to improve their lives
  • forging friendships across cultures.
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4.6 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
By
Trafalgar
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
Type: Group tour
Lodging:
Comfort (4*)
Comfort (4*) Lodging Level 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Local Immersion, 50 plus, Education / Learning
Visits: India
$ 4,834
From $ 5,946
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
$ 242 per day
Highlights
  • 2 Welcome Reception (WR)
  • 19 Breakfast (B)
  • 7 Lunch (L)
  • 11 Dinner (D)
  • 2 Be My Guest (BMG)
  • Jaipur: Savour dinner with a local family at their home in Jaipur.
  • Kochi: Visit and have lunch with a local family in their home in Kochi and gain a fascinating insight into their lifestyle.
  • Delhi: Take a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi.
  • Jaipur: Visit a local market in Jaipur.
  • : Travel on a metre-gauge train in the countryside.
  • Udaipur: Visit a local market in Udaipur.
  • Mumbai: Visit a Dhobi Ghat in Mumbai.
  • Periyar National Park: See an Indian martial arts performance.
  • Kumarakom: Discover rural life on a walking tour with a local market visit.
  • Kochi: See the unique Chinese fishing nets at Fort Kochi.
  • Delhi: See Old Delhi's Red Fort.
  • Jama Masjid: Admire the red sandstone and marble details of Jama Masjid during your visit to one of the largest mosques in the country.
  • Delhi: Visit Agrasen Ki Baoli and take in the arched niches of this citybound step well.
  • New Delhi: During your orientation of New Delhi, visit Humayun's Tomb, and see India Gate and the Qutub Minar complex.
  • Taj Mahal: View the Taj Mahal, known as one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage.
  • Agra: Inside Agra’s red sandstone fortress, witness the fairytale palaces, audiences halls and mosques of the Mughal rulers.
  • Agra: See the imposing gate to the Jama Masjid and gain insight into life in Fatehpur Sikri, now a deserted ''ghost town.''
  • Ranthambore National Park: Tour Ranthambore National Park for a chance to glimpse the resident animals and birdlife.
  • Jaipur: Learn the traditional art of block-printing with a Local Specialist.
  • Jaipur: During an orientation of Jaipur, visit the Amber Fort, City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory.
  • Udaipur: Enjoy an evening cruise on Lake Pichola at the heart of Udaipur.
  • Udaipur: Visit the City Palace complex, a testimony to the Rajput passion for art and architecture.
  • Udaipur: Stroll through Saheliyon Ki Bari, also known as Garden of the Maidens. Admire the exquisite design of its fountains, pavilions and lotus pools.
  • Mumbai: Cruise across Mumbai Harbour to visit the cave temples of Elephanta Island.
  • Mumbai: Start your visit of Mumbai at the Gateway of India. Continue past the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Churchgate Station, and take time to explore the Mani Bhavan museum.
  • : Join a Local Specialist on a visit to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park.
  • Kumily: Learn about time-tested customs and the cultural significance of spice cultivation during your visit to Kumily Spice Garden.
  • Kerala Backwater Day Tours: Cruise the backwaters of Kerala on a traditional houseboat. Get an insider's look at the day-to-day activities of locals as you journey along Kerala's waterways.
  • Delhi: On a walking tour with a guide from the Salaam Baalak Trust which cares for the street children of Delhi.
  • : Explore Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai and Kochi
  • : Visit Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar in Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra, Ranthambore National Park, the Amber Fort and City Palace in Jaipur, the City Palace and Garden of the Maids in Udaipur and Mani Bhavan in Mumbai and Kumily Spice Garden and St Francis Church in Kerala.
  • : View the Palace of Winds in Jaipur
  • : See the Red Fort, Parliament House and India Gate in Delhi, the Gateway of India and the Chhatrapati Shivaji historic railway station in Mumbai
  • : Scenic Cruise across Mumbai Harbour to Elephanta Island and the Kerala backwaters on a houseboat
  • Deogarh: Stay in a beautifully maintained heritage resort in Deogarh, which was once a magnificent fort.
  • : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • : Optional Experiences and free time
  • : Flights from Udaipur to Mumbai and Mumbai to Kochi.
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