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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:
Family Friendly
Visits: Spain, Madrid, Porto
From $ 5,990
$ 599 per day
Highlights
  • Visit an opulent royal palace
  • cycle through Madrid's historic Casa de Campo
  • and immerse in art at the Prado. Ride a 4x4 to an archaeological site; breathe romance and heroic legends in Salamanca and Guimaraes; navigate mazes of colorful streets on a bicycle in Porto; kayak on the Douro River; learn the origins of azujelos and Fado music; wind along scenic bicycle trails in Vinho Verde country; and sail to postcard villages
  • castles
  • winetowns
  • and vineyards in the Douro Valley
  • a winemaking region unlike any other in the world.  This ten-day tour of Portugal and Spain includes Madrid
  • Salamanca
  • Porto
  • and a riverboat cruise deep into the Douro River Valley for an authentic taste of life in a seldom-visited region steeped in a wine-making culture thousands of years old. Along the way
  • sightseeing choices offer an array of excursions and possibilities. Begin in Madrid
  • where you can get a taste of Spain at an historic food market
  • take a bicycle tour of the city's largest park
  • and peruse art masterpieces at the Prado. Explore the medieval university-town of Salamanca
  • where the gorgeous architecture seems to glow. Board a luxury riverboat and wind along Portugal's Douro River Valley
  • the world's oldest demarcated wine region
  • where you'll find miles of mountains and hills carved into vineyard terraces. Explore prehistoric rock-art on a 4x4 safari in Foz Coa. Visit medieval towns
  • castle ruins
  • and palaces
  • and immerse yourself in local history and culture
  • kayaking on the Douro River
  • and bicycling through Vinho Verde country. Ride a cable car and a three-wheel taxi on a sightseeing tour of Porto
  • an enticing labyrinth of winding streets and stairways
  •  baroque churches and palaces
  • street art
  • and colorful bohemian enclaves
  • and cycle from the waterfront Ribeira district
  • one of the city's oldest
  • liveliest
  • and most picturesque neighborhoods.

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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:
Family Friendly
Visits: Spain, Madrid, Porto
From $ 5,990
$ 599 per day
Highlights
  • Visit an opulent royal palace
  • cycle through Madrid's historic Casa de Campo
  • and immerse in art at the Prado. Ride a 4x4 to an archaeological site; breathe romance and heroic legends in Salamanca and Guimaraes; navigate mazes of colorful streets on a bicycle in Porto; kayak on the Douro River; learn the origins of azujelos and Fado music; wind along scenic bicycle trails in Vinho Verde country; and sail to postcard villages
  • castles
  • winetowns
  • and vineyards in the Douro Valley
  • a winemaking region unlike any other in the world.  This ten-day tour of Portugal and Spain includes Madrid
  • Salamanca
  • Porto
  • and a riverboat cruise deep into the Douro River Valley for an authentic taste of life in a seldom-visited region steeped in a wine-making culture thousands of years old. Along the way
  • sightseeing choices offer an array of excursions and possibilities. Begin in Madrid
  • where you can get a taste of Spain at an historic food market
  • take a bicycle tour of the city's largest park
  • and peruse art masterpieces at the Prado. Explore the medieval university-town of Salamanca
  • where the gorgeous architecture seems to glow. Board a luxury riverboat and wind along Portugal's Douro River Valley
  • the world's oldest demarcated wine region
  • where you'll find miles of mountains and hills carved into vineyard terraces. Explore prehistoric rock-art on a 4x4 safari in Foz Coa. Visit medieval towns
  • castle ruins
  • and palaces
  • and immerse yourself in local history and culture
  • kayaking on the Douro River
  • and bicycling through Vinho Verde country. Ride a cable car and a three-wheel taxi on a sightseeing tour of Porto
  • an enticing labyrinth of winding streets and stairways
  •  baroque churches and palaces
  • street art
  • and colorful bohemian enclaves
  • and cycle from the waterfront Ribeira district
  • one of the city's oldest
  • liveliest
  • and most picturesque neighborhoods.

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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: Portugal, Cascais, Coimbra, Lisbon, Porto, Santa Cruz
From $ 3,262
$ 297 per day
4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Adventure
Visits: Portugal, Azores, Coimbra, Faial, Lisbon, Pico, Porto, Sao Miguel
$ 4,544
From $ 7,520
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.
$ 398 per day
Highlights
  • Take a walk through the idyllic coastal city of Porto and understand why the birthplace of fortified wine is renowned for its narrow lanes, charming buildings and delicious cuisine.
  • Explore the country’s oldest university when discovering the historic riverfront city of Coimbra – once the capital of Portugal.
  • Walk through the secluded Schist Villages, hidden between the mountain slopes, and consider the option of an authentic cooking class run by local residents.
  • Uncover the wonders of Sao Miguel on a day tour of the island, from plantations of tea and pineapples to an active volcano and some truly memorable viewpoints.
  • Check out the lava tunnels on Pico Island, visit a family-owned distillery and learn about life on the island over a tasting of their products and be amazed by the stunning UNESCO-listed landscape of Pico's vineyards.
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: Portugal, Cascais, Coimbra, Lisbon, Porto
From $ 3,292
$ 299 per day
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: England, Scotland, Bath, Edinburgh, London, Oxford
From $ 8,490
$ 606 per day
Highlights
  • Pageantry and poetry are forever intertwined in all that is Great Britain... timeless traditions have been a hallmark of the cultural landscapes of England
  • Scotland and Wales for millennia – and on this journey
  • you become part of the story. Explore the best that the British Isles have to offer: Scottish castles; tastings of regional food and drink; Stratford-upon-Avon & Oxford; lunch at The Pump Room in Bath's Roman-era baths complex; 3 nights at London's stylish The Savoy and a choice of live theatre performances... just a few of the fabulous experiences you'll enjoy when you explore the British Isles. Discover royal history & architectural treasures in Edinburgh
  • Stirling
  • Caernarfon
  • Blenheim & Hampton Court... literary history and learned traditions in Chester
  • Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon... and multiple-night stays in each destination. On select small group departures
  • specially priced
  • you'll enjoy an exclusive farewell evening presentation in London by Carolyn Robb
  • co-founder of The Royal Touch and former Executive Chef to the royal household of TRH Prince Charles and Princess Diana.
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Adventure
Visits: Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia, Skopje, Tirana
$ 2,368
From $ 3,996
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.
$ 197 per day
Highlights
  • Explore the remote northern reaches of Albania and take one of the world’s best boat trips with a cruise through the mountainous corridors of Lake Koman
  • Experience daily life in the Valbona Valley with a stay at a local guesthouse. Clink glasses with the locals in the village and hike the rugged valley passes.
  • Sail across the blue waters of Lake Ohrid, one of Europe's oldest lakes. No wonder North Macedonia and Albania share this beautiful attraction – nobody would want to let it go.
  • Kososvo is rich in history and contrasts. Step back in time and learn about the infamous Battle of Kosovo on a day trip to the Field of Blackbirds, before embracing the modern culture thriving in Prishtina, Europe’s youngest capital.
  • Lose yourself in Tirana, the Albanian capital full of a revitalised urban energy, and partake in the local's favourite pastime: drinking coffee and people-watching.
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Adventure
Visits: Italy, Bar, Catania, Sicily, Syracuse
$ 4,976
From $ 8,397
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.
$ 389 per day
Highlights
  • Get up close and personal with the active volcanoes scattered across the Aeolian Islands and perhaps take a dip in one of the sulphur springs
  • Surrounded by dramatic valleys and craters set in a lunar-like landscape, towering Mt. Etna is one of the greatest natural beauties of the Mediterranean, and Europe’s largest active volcano
  • Search crumbling Greek and Roman ruins in the charming seaside town of Taormina
  • Encounter the crumbling facades of Syracuse and unearth hundreds of years of Greco-Roman history
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Adventure
Visits: Portugal, Spain, Cascais, Coimbra, Douro Valley, Granada, Lisbon, Madrid, Porto, Seville, Sintra, Toledo, Valencia, Barcelona
$ 8,352
From $ 14,094
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.
$ 580 per day
Highlights
  • See the enchanting Alhambra Palace in Granada by night with an expert guide, a Premium Exclusive Experience. Avoid the crowds as you receive special insight into the complex’s fascinating history.
  • Taste the best of local cuisine during Exclusive Experiences – sample olive oil at a family-run farm in Andalucia, try delicious marzipan in Toledo and take a wine-tasting tour in the Douro Valley.
  • Spend two nights in a converted 18th-century mansion for your Feature Stay in Seville, and enjoy the best of the Douro Valley at a fabulous hotel nestled within the famous wine-growing region.
  • Soak up the glamour and the sun while winding along the stunning Bay of Cascais on a full-day exploration of Lisbon’s surrounds, including Sintra’s bewitching Pena Palace, a Premium Exclusive Experience.
  • In Porto, create a personalised memento of your trip and learn about the history of the vibrantly coloured and designed tiles that adorn the facades of buildings all over Portugal with a tile-painting workshop.
  • Cruise the tranquil Albufera Lake by boat during an Exclusive Experience and learn how fishermen and rice growers ply their trade here. Visit the island of El Palmar and discover its typical 'barraca' houses.
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: England, France, United Kingdom, Angers, Britain, Giverny, Loire Valley, London, Normandy, Paris, Rouen
$ 4,099
From $ 4,968
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.
$ 342 per day
Highlights
  • Paris : Welcome dinner at a local restaurant, orientation drive, guided sightseeing, visit the courtyard of Les InvalidesGIVERNY
  • Normandy beaches: Visit Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and cemetery with the Monument to the BravesBAYEUX
  • Mont st. michel: Guided visit of the abbey
  • Angers: Take pictures of the castleLOIRE VALLEY
  • Civray de touraine: Wine tasting at the Père Auguste wine cellarPARIS-LONDON
  • This France tour is the perfect way to see the highlights of Paris plus Brittany, the Loire Valley, and the World War II landing beaches in Normandy in a short amount of time—with overnights in Paris, Deauville, Caen, Mont St
  • Michel, and the Loire Valley
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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: Turkey, Ankara, Antalya, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Goreme, Istanbul, Izmir, Konya, Pamukkale, Pergamum, Troy
From $ 3,499
$ 257 per day
Highlights
  • Istanbul : Welcome dinner, and a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing including visits to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Seraglio, and Grand Bazaar; receive the famous Evil Eye Turkish amulet; visit the Underground Cistern
  • Bursa: Guided sightseeing including visits to the Green Ottoman Complex and the Great Mosque
  • Gordion: Guided visit of the excavation museum and King Midas’ Earth Tumulus
  • Ankara : Guided sightseeing including visit to Atatürk’s Mausoleum and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
  • Cappadocia: Guided visit of the Rock Chapels and a Rock-Cut Cave House and taste Turkish coffee or tea with the family; see the Castle of Uchisar; visit the underground city of Özkonak; group picture; guided visit of the Caravansary of Sultanhani
  • Konya: Guided sightseeing including Dervish Mevlana Monastery, Karatay Medrese, and Ince Minaret
  • Pamukkale: Guided visit of the Hierapolis
  • Ephesus : Guided visit of the archaeological site and Chapel of the Virgin Mary
  • Pergamum: Guided visit of the Pergamum Museum and Asclepion
  • Troy area: Guided visit of the archaeological site of Troy; lecture on healthy detox Mediterranean cuisine and learn how to prepare Turkish bread
  • Dardanelles: Ferry crossing of the Straits
  • Anzac: Pay tribute to the fallen war heroes at the cemetery
  • As a cradle of civilization, Turkey is a country with many ancient ruins and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, as well as friendly people and historical mosques, churches, and museums
  • On this in-depth Turkey tour, you’ll visit many of these amazing sites, drive through its spectacular scenery, and be accompanied by an expert Tour Director who will help bring this country to life with in-depth, firsthand knowledge of the history, culture, and insider secrets
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Culinary & Wine
Visits: Portugal, Spain, Porto, San Sebastian, Santiago, Santiago de Compostela, Alentejo, Douro Valley, Gothic Quarter, Lisbon, Oviedo, Barcelona
$ 6,112
From $ 8,767
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.
$ 382 per day
Highlights
  • Pick up some local recipes during a cooking classes in Barcelona, San Sebastian and at your farm stay in the rolling hills of the Alentejo region, whipping up regional specialties like pork with clams.
  • Explore the Coa Valley, the centre of a rewilding project, and enjoy a night in a gorgeous historical guesthouse where you’ll join your hosts for a home-cooked meal of fresh, local produce.
  • Tour the markets of Oviedo, Potes and A Coruna where stallholders will show you how to spot the most flavourful ingredients. After all, who knows where to find the freshest produce better than the locals?
  • Sample the plates that make this region a true foodie's delight. Whether it’s tapas and paella, or regional specialty cheeses, pasteis de nata and tinned fish, your tongue and tummy will be happy you made the trip.
  • Savour the vast range of delicious drops that Spain is known for, including cava, vermouth, wine and cider. Get up close and personal with their production methods, learn the traditional ways to drink them and sit back and enjoy a sip in the Spanish sunshine.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Open Arms. Donations help them safeguard the physical integrity and rights of migrant people in imminent danger who have fled their homes across the Mediterranean Sea
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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: France, Paris
From $ 7,990
$ 615 per day
Highlights
  • A château
  • a 1
  • 000-year-old village and the magic of Paris... inexorably entwined like the woven threads of medieval tapestries... your travels in northern France honor timeless traditions
  • share stories of valor and courage
  • and celebrate landscapes so beautiful they are immortalized by artists and poets... Your accommodations are unique
  • including two nights at Château de Rochecotte – called 'home' in the 1700s by Prince Tallyrand and the Duchess of Dino. At Château de Champchevrier
  • owned by the same family since the 1720s
  • Le Baron personally welcomes Tauck guests during a private reception and dinner that includes a hunting hounds demonstration in full regalia. Formal gardens inspire awe during your visit to Château de Villandry
  • and the Apocalypse and Bayeux tapestries mesmerize at Château d'Angers and Château Josselin near the Brittany Coast. Visit Normandy's poignant D-Day beaches
  • magnificent Mont-St-Michel
  • Monet's beloved Giverny and Chartres Cathedral. In Paris
  • Notre Dame Cathedral entices with Gothic wonders; explore Musée d'Orsay along with Paris' landmark sites; and bid Paris adieu with a farewell dinner at the iconic restaurant Fouquet's.
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Adventure
Visits: Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey, Bucharest, Ephesus, Istanbul, Selcuk, Sofia, Kusadasi
$ 3,096
From $ 4,428
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.
$ 205 per day
Highlights
  • Immerse yourself in the communist past and vibrant present of Bucharest, a city often underrated by travellers
  • Travel through the scenic Rila Mountains in Bulgaria, mingling with monks at the 10th-century Rila Monastery
  • Breathe the crisp air on a hike and take in stunning view in the Pirin Mountain.
  • Discover the incredible ancient and modern history of Turkey as you explore thousands of years of history hidden within the remarkable ruins of Ephesus and discover Gallipoli on a guided tour that will teach you about the significant events that took place in this area.
  • Taste local fruit wines in one of the best-preserved Greek Ottoman villages in the country. Get to know the friendly locals with a home-made lunch at a local family in Cappadocia.
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Adventure
Visits: Greece, Athens, Delphi, Epidaurus, Meteora , Olympia, Santorini
$ 7,992
From $ 10,236
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.
$ 474 per day
Highlights
  • Step back in time as you travel with your local leader to the Athens Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Prodromos monastery, where you’ll enjoy a coffee with a local monk during a Premium Exclusive Experience.
  • Understand the dazzling variety of Greek produce during Exclusive Experiences, including a kitron tasting at a local distillery in Naxos, meeting with a family of beekeepers in Itea and an afternoon of wine tasting in Santorini.
  • Enjoy two remarkable Feature Stays - a gorgeous and traditionally decorated stone mansion in the medieval village of Dimitsana and a fabulous whitewashed hotel on the magical island of Santorini.
  • Be amazed by the magical monasteries and ancient rock pinnacles of Meteora and learn about the natural and cultural history of one of Greece's most extraordinary sights.
  • Learn the secrets of Greek cuisine in Naxos during an in-depth cooking class with a local, using organic ingredients from her garden to create regional specialties which you will then enjoy for lunch.
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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: Spain, Barcelona, Madrid, Santiago de Compostela
From $ 7,490
$ 535 per day
Highlights
  • Step back in time on a journey that spans centuries and borders... and creates an authentic sense of place. Northern Spain captivates with a diversity of landscapes and cultural riches... Nature lovers revel in the majesty of the spectacular Pyrenees and Picos de Europa. History buffs marvel at San Sebastián
  • and art and architecture aficionados find paradise in Barcelona and Bilbao. Pilgrims seek miracles along the Camino de Santiago; visitors
  • Hemingway included
  • have been invariably moved by the traditions of Pamplona; and lovers of food – and fun – savor the taste of tapas in neighborhood bars and cafés tucked in narrow medieval lanes from little rural towns to the modern metropolis that is Madrid. Linking people and places with history and charm
  • Spain's unique historic paradors and elegant resort hotels offer a legacy of genuine hospitality and service along the way.
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Local Immersion, Adventure
Visits: Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, Turkey, Brasov, Bucharest, Budapest, Istanbul, Sofia, Transylvania
$ 3,758
From $ 5,420
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.
$ 223 per day
Highlights
  • Rich in history, art, architecture, cuisine and nightlife, Budapest is a hot European destination. The Museum of Fine Arts offers free English tours that reveal the famous artwork of Monet, Manet and Goya, just to name a few
  • A homestay with a family in the Saxon village of Viscri in Romania offers insight into local life and the chance to sample some delicious home-cooked food
  • This trip takes you to a mix of exciting capital cities and quaint mountain villages through Eastern Europe all the way to the transcontinental Istanbul.
  • Transylvania is drenched in history and myth. Discover the medieval city of Sighisoara, the birthplace of one of Romania's most infamous figures, Vlad the Impaler - better known as the inspiration for Count Dracula
  • Journey deep into the forested valley of Rila to find the Monastery of Saint Ivan. Over 1,000 years old, this spectacular building is one of Bulgaria's most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments
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4.5 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Intrepid Travel
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Easy
Easy Physical Level Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Theme:
Cultural, Local Immersion, Adventure, Holy Land
Visits: Italy, Alberobello , Bari, Jerusalem, Lecce, Matera, Naples, Pompeii, Puglia, Rome, Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Positano, Forum, Vatican City
$ 4,540
From $ 7,661
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.
$ 334 per day
Highlights
  • Wander around Rome's famous landmarks including the Colosseum, Vatican City, Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica and much more. This is a city that bucket lists were made for
  • Explore the vast, frozen in time ruins of ancient Pompeii, which emerged from the ashes after thousands of years, and take a peak inside the steaming crater of Mt Vesuvius, the volcano that destroyed it
  • Hike among the olive groves on the Path of the Gods along the spectacular Amalfi Coast
  • Stay in a bit of local history and feel like a true Alberobello resident with a night in Alberobello’s unique trulli
  • Explore the otherworldly Sassi of Matera – stone houses formed from natural grottoes and tufo cliffs overlooking a dramatic gorge
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4.7 | Excellent | 100+ Reviews
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Type: Small group tour
Lodging:
Value (3*)
Value (3*) Lodging Level Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Physical:
Very Easy
Very Easy Physical Level Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Theme:
50 plus, Cultural
Visits: Italy, Agrigento, Catania, Palermo, Sicily, Syracuse, Mount Etna
$ 2,699
From $ 3,414
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.
$ 290 per day
Highlights
  • Palermo: Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the Norman cathedral in Monreale, and the cathedral; lunch at Focacceria San Francesco
  • Erice: Visit the hilltop town and try the famous almond biscuits and Marsala wine
  • Motya: Boat cruise; visit museumMARSALA AREA
  • Sciacca: Take pictures from the panoramic viewpoint
  • Agrigento: Guided walking tour of the Valley of Temples
  • Piazza armerina: Guided visit of the Villa Romana del Casale
  • Caltagirone: See the famous Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte
  • Ragusa: Guided walking tour of the Ibla district, visit St. George Cathedral
  • Modica: Chocolate tasting at the famous Dolceria Bonajuto; dinner at a local restaurant
  • Noto: Guided walking tour, visit San Nicolò Cathedral
  • Syracuse: Guided visit of the archaeological site
  • Catania: See St. Agata Cathedral, Piazza Duomo, and Via Etnea
  • Savoca: See the Church of Santa Lucia; taste granita and brioche at Bar Vitelli
  • Taormina: Orientation, visit the Greek theater; farewell dinner at a local restaurant
  • Your 10-day Italy tour of Sicily is packed with architectural treasures that have withstood the ages
  • You’ll begin your tour with guided sightseeing in Palermo’s ornate city of piazzas, markets, and churches
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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: Italy, Agrigento, Bari, Lecce, Matera, Mount Etna, Naples, Palermo, Pompeii, Rome, Sicily, Sorrento, Syracuse
$ 3,899
From $ 4,181
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$ 279 per day
Highlights
  • Rome : Welcome dinner at a local restaurant
  • Castel gandolfo: Guided visit of the Papal Palace and the Barberini Gardens
  • Sorrento–capri : By jetfoil
  • Capri: Guided visit of Capri village, including a funicular ride
  • Pompeii : Guided walking tour of the excavations
  • Naples : Guided visit; pizza tasting
  • Bari: Guided walking tour
  • Lecce: Guided walking tour; taste pasticciotto with almond-flavored iced coffee
  • Alberobello: Guided walking tour; visit a trullo
  • Matera: Panoramic view of the Sassi houses
  • Scilla: Picture stop
  • Reggio calabria: Guided visit of the Bronzi di Riace museum
  • Strait of messina: Ferry crossing
  • Taormina: Visit the ancient Greek Theater; dinner at a local restaurant
  • Agrigento: Guided walking tour of the Valley of Temples
  • Palermo: Guided sightseeing, visit the cathedral, and the Norman cathedral in Monreale; farewell dinner at a local restaurant
  • Spectacular scenery combined with fascinating architectural remains and ancient history—all of this awaits you on this fabulous “off the beaten path” vacation through Southern Italy and Sicily
  • If you’re interested in Roman history, this tour is certainly for you
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