172 Trips found for "south korea temple stay"

• Experience freshly prepared traditional local cuisine each night on your Nile cruise.
• Get a first-hand introduction into how Egyptian cuisine is prepared during a cooking demonstration.
• Dress up and join the fun at a traditional galabeya party.
• Journey by motorboat to Philae Temple, rescued stone by stone during the construction of the High Dam.
• Embark on a 4-night cruise and discover the secrets of the Nile, the world’s longest river.
• Explore the 4,000-year-old religious complex of the Karnak Temple.
• Visit the Pyramids of Giza, the last of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the world.
• Discover the Valley of the Kings, including a viewing of the tombs of the Kings Tutankhamun and Ramses VI.

• 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.
• Brush shoulders with the locals and meet some of the many store owners as you stroll through the famous bazaars of Aswan, Luxor and Khan al-Khalili in Egypt’s capital, Cairo.
• 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.
• Join a local family in a small village near Aswan for a memorable night of Nubian hospitality. Learn about this ancient culture while sharing a special dinner with your hosts.
• Explore the marvels, mythology and mystery of Ancient Egypt, including the Pyramids at Giza and the tombs of iconic pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings, with expert guides providing a local insight.

• 8 nights hotel accommodation
• Comprehensive sightseeing with an Egyptologist guide
• Daily breakfast and many meals
• Special experiences for children
• Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum
• Walk through the ancient necropolis of Sakkara
• Cruise the Great Sahara Desert on Camels by the Pyramids Plateau
• Walk through the old streets of Islamic Cairo
• Explore the ancient city of Thebes, immerse yourself in its wonders by visiting the Kings Valley, Hatshepsut temple, Karnak and Luxor temples
• Enjoy sailing up the Nile on a luxury cruise
• Enjoy a traditional sail boat on the Nile
• Visit the great temple of Abu Simbel

• Athens: Ascend the Acropolis with a Local Expert to admire the Parthenon, built in 5th century B.C. Steps away you'll see the Temple of Athena Nike, also known as the Temple of the Wingless Victory, and the six stone-carved caryatids that make up the Porch of the Maidens on the Erechtheion.
• Athens: See the Arch of Hadrian, erected in honor of the Roman Emperor and used as a divider between the ancient city and the new Roman district, along with the remaining columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
• Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
• Kalambaka: Your Travel Director will provide an orientation of this town situated at the base of the extraordinary Meteora rocks.
• Meteora: With a Local Expert, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
• Delphi: With your Local Expert, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where the people would seek divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
• Archaeological Site of Olympia: The stadium of Olympia hosted the ancient Olympic Games and the Heraia, the women's games in honor of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
• Archaeological Site of Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal beehive-tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, while hearing tales of Agamemnon from your Local Expert.
• Nafplio: Join your Travel Director in an orientation of this beautiful seaport town and see why it is named one of Greece's prettiest spots.
• Corinth Canal: Cross the amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece.
• Olympia: Chef Farije shares with you her passion for local ingredients and high quality products. Learn how to make tzatziki and other regional dishes during a fun and immersive cooking demonstration.
• Archaeological Site of Mycenae: Discover ancestral pottery methods at an artist's studio that preserves important skills and ancient traditions.
• Athens: Get to know your fellow travelers over a delightful Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.
• Olympia: Taste unique flavors and savor Greek regional specialties over a colorful Highlight Dinner.
• Athens: Toast the culmination of your vacation with a lively Celebration Dinner in true Greek style at a local restaurant.

• Athens: Ascend the Acropolis with a Local Expert to admire the Parthenon, built in 5th century B.C. Steps away you'll see the Temple of Athena Nike, also known as the Temple of the Wingless Victory, and the six stone-carved caryatids that make up the Porch of the Maidens on the Erechtheion.
• Athens: See the Arch of Hadrian, erected in honor of the Roman Emperor and used as a divider between the ancient city and the new Roman district, along with the remaining columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
• Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
• Kalambaka: Your Travel Director will provide an orientation of this town situated at the base of the extraordinary Meteora rocks.
• Meteora: With a Local Expert, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
• Delphi: With your Local Expert, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where the people would seek divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
• Archaeological Site of Olympia: The stadium of Olympia hosted the ancient Olympic Games and the Heraia, the women's games in honor of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
• Archaeological Site of Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal beehive-tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, while hearing tales of Agamemnon from your Local Expert.
• Nafplio: Join your Travel Director in an orientation of this beautiful seaport town and see why it is named one of Greece's prettiest spots.
• Corinth Canal: Cross the amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece.
• Olympia: Chef Farije shares with you her passion for local ingredients and high quality products. Learn how to make tzatziki and other regional dishes during a fun and immersive cooking demonstration.
• Archaeological Site of Mycenae: Discover ancestral pottery methods at an artist's studio that preserves important skills and ancient traditions.
• Athens: Get to know your fellow travelers over a delightful Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.
• Olympia: Taste unique flavors and savor Greek regional specialties over a colorful Highlight Dinner.
• Athens: Toast the culmination of your vacation with a lively Celebration Dinner in true Greek style at a local restaurant.

• 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.
• 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: 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.
• Varanasi: Cruise down the Ganges and delve into local tradition as you witness the ritual of Aarti.
• Varanasi: As the sun rises over Varanasi, view the banks of the River Ganges come to life during a morning boat ride.
• Varanasi: During your brief orientation of the city, visit some of the famous temples. You'll also visit Sarnath, where Buddha first taught the Dharma.
• 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.
• Varanasi: At Weavers Village discover the community's efforts to keep the centuries-old silk weaving tradition alive.
• Patan: Visit the Tibetan Refugee Center which features the Jawalakhel Handicraft Center.
• Explore Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, Delhi, Jaipur and Varanasi
• Visit the shrine of Swayambhunath near Patan, the UNESCO-listed city of Bhaktapur, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar in Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Ranthambore National Park, Amber Fort and the City Palace in Jaipur and Sarnath
• 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

• Explore an ancient wonder of the world – the Pyramids of Giza, along with the famed Sphinx,  Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings, as you learn mythological history from an expert guide. 
• Brush shoulders with the locals and shop owners as you stroll through the colourful bazaars of Aswan, Luxor and Khan al ’Khalili in capital city Cairo.
• Set sail down the Nile on a four-night river boat cruise and watch day turn to dusk from the sundeck. Then, experience the world’s most iconic river from a traditional felucca boat. 
• Be welcomed into the home of a family in Cairo for a delicious array of traditional dishes, accompanied by lively conversation about modern Egyptian life.
• If you choose, opt to explore the magnificent temples at Abu Simbel and see the four gargantuan statues of Ramses, carved directly out of the mountain on the west bank of the Nile. 

• Egypt is home to some of the world's most amazing ancient icons. Explore the Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx and Valley of the Kings with expert local guides who know all the history.
• Experience a slice of contemporary Egyptian life and interact with locals along the way. See the Nubian way of life when you enjoy dinner at a local house in Aswan.
• Spend time weaving through streets, getting lost in a colourful bazaar and exploring the impressive Karnak temple in Luxor.
• Travel like the locals do on a comfortable overnight sleeper train – a fun experience where you’ll wake up to another exciting destination to discover!
• Enjoy plenty of free time to do what your family loves doing on holiday – maybe that’s heading out for some more exciting tours, or just lazing by the pool and soaking up the sun.

• Discover just why Halong Bay is so popular as you spend the night on a boat among the evocative karst landscape and indulge in a feast of fresh seafood.
• 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 welcomed into a Cambodian village for a tour of their agricultural surroundings and enjoy sunset drinks with a local family in their stilt house.
• Relax in peaceful rural surroundings while your private chef prepares a delicious spread that celebrates his Hoi An garden's seasonal best.
• Dine at KOTO in Hanoi, to not only taste delicious local food but also support an organisation promoting and protecting disadvantaged local youth.

HIGHLIGHTS

• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Discover 3 historical cities: Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh and Siem Reap
  • Crossing through the splendid Cho Gao canal
  • Visit 5 major temples in Angkor
  • Meet the locals and learn about their daily lives in Koh Chen, My Tho...

• 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.
• 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: 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.
• 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
• Visit the shrine of Swayambhunath near Patan, the UNESCO-listed city of Bhaktapur, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar in Delhi, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Ranthambore National Park and Amber Fort and the City Palace in Jaipur
• 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

• 10 nights hotel accommodation
• Overnight cruise on Halong Bay
• Daily breakfast
• Comprehensive sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary
• Entrance fees to museums and sites as outlined in the program
• Explore the lively city of Phnom Penh including the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda and more
• Visit the incredible complex of temples within the ancient city of Angkor
• Full day tour of Ho Chi Minh City to explore the area’s markets, shops, Cantonese Thien Hau Pagoda and traditional medicine museum FITO
• Walking tour of the ancient town center of Hoi An
• Cruise along Halong Bay, a beautiful area with 1969 islands brushing along the skyline

• Lima : Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit San Francisco Monastery; visit a local Peruvian food market; welcome dinner at a local Peruvian restaurant
• Sacred valley: Mother Earth Ceremony with a shaman; visit Awanakancha and 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
• Cusco: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; participate in a celebratory pasacalle (Andean parade); visit the cathedral, Santo Domingo Monastery, Kenko, and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman; farewell dinner
• From its amazing archaeological treasures to its gastronomic delights and from its rich history to its melting pot of cultures, Peru offers visitors a wide array of attractions—and on this tour, you’ll experience its highlights
• Lima is a cosmopolitan city steeped in history with pre-Columbian ruins, Spanish colonial buildings, and remnants of colonial mansions with lavish, Moorish-style balconies

HIGHLIGHTS

• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Discover 3 historical cities: Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh and Siem Reap
  • Crossing through the splendid Cho Gao canal
  • Visit 5 major temples in Angkor
  • Meet the locals and learn about their daily lives in Koh Chen, My Tho...

• Experience an unforgettable day in the company of the giants of the jungle, Asian elephants, at a reserve that will teach you about conservation and animal protection in this region.
• Take in some of Thailand’s most iconic sights, including the Grand Palace in Bangkok, Hellfire Pass in Kanchanaburi, and the Doi Suthep temple in Chiang Mai.
• Whip up a culinary storm in Sukhothai, creating and tasting delicious traditional dishes at a cooking class with a local host.
• Immerse yourself in an ancient culture with a night in the Hmong lodge, where you’ll be treated to a barbecue dinner and Hmong cultural show.
• Uncover the ancient charms of Sukhothai on a leisurely bike tour through the ruin-filled Historical Park, followed by a delicious picnic lunch.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, EcoThailand Foundation. Donations help educate school children on important environmental issues like climate change, nature appreciation, conservation and sustainability.

• Beginning and ending in Kathmandu, there's more than enough time to discover the Nepali capital's staggeringly rich cultural and artistic heritage.
• 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).
• Discover world-class mountain scenery and explore the hill-perched Buddhist Peace Pagoda of laid-back Pokhara.
• This is the perfect trip for those who want a cultural insight into Nepal without strenuous trekking, with plenty of inclusions, free time and comfortable accommodation in each destination.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Sagarmatha Next. Donations help them remove waste responsibly and turn rubbish into art in the Everest region.

• Take a nature walk in the acclaimed Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, looking out for tiger tracks with your local village guides.
• 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.
• See behind the scenes of local cuisine during a home-cooked meal in Periyar, an insightful ayurvedic cooking demonstration in Kochi and lovingly made Keralan favourites at a restaurant that provides training and employment to local women.
• Discover the diversity and incredible history of Kochi through a tour of its buildings, like India’s oldest functioning synagogue and a mixture of Portuguese, Dutch and British colonial architecture.
• Witness the dramatic beauty of Kathakali, a captivating storytelling dance that artists must study for over a decade before performing.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Positive Change for Marine Life. Donations help them to nurture ocean health with community-led conservation initiatives that inspire coastal restoration, sustainable fishing practices and waste-management. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

• Olympia: Say opa! to an Olympic Be My Guest experience with the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm, followed by a traditional dinner and dancing.
• Athens: Visit the Acropolis Museum containing remarkable antiquities giving visitors an insight into the lives of Athenians centuries ago.
• Athens: Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
• Corinth: Cross the amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece. Join a Local Specialist and gain insight into Corinth's eventful past.
• Archaeological Site of Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal beehive-tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, while hearing tales of Agamemnon from your Local Specialist.
• Archaeological Site of Olympia: Join a Local Specialist to view the stadium of Olympia which hosted the ancient Olympic Games and Heraia, the women's games in honour of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
• Delphi: With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
• Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
• Meteora: With a Local Specialist, visit two of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
• View the Parthenon, Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens, the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the battle site at Thermopylae
• See the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace at Mycenae
• Explore: Athens, Meteora, Delphi, Olympia, Epidaurus, Mycenae, Corinth, ancient Ephesus with a Local Specialist