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Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise

Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise

By Exodus Adventure Travels
premier
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Abu Simbel, Aswan, Cairo, Luxor

Highlights

  • Join an expert Egyptologist to discover ancient wonders and cruise the Nile
  • Marvel at the magnificent Giza pyramids and mysterious Sphinx
  • Uncover thousands of years of history, visiting crumbling temples and pharaoh tombs
  • Journey down the Nile on a stylish boat with a pool and a felucca
  • Discover Nubian culture in the laid-back town of Aswan

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Quick and clear responses; know the details about their trips. Easy to book sort deposit"

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$3,341
9 days From$2,475
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New Zealand: The South Island

New Zealand: The South Island

By VBT Bicycling Vacations
premier
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Prepare to be dazzled by the staggering beauty of the South Island’s glittering lakes, lush forests, fertile farmlands, and alpine peaks.
  • Hike up a valley carved by the retreating ice of Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Spend a day at a wilderness resort, enjoying kayaking, canoeing, hiking—and perhaps strolling to a colony of glowworms.
  • Experience life on a working ranch and savor a home-cooked meal during a visit to a sheep and cattle station.
  • Sample local vintages during a wine tasting at a local estate.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"This was the first organized tour my husband and I have ever joined, so we were not sure what to expect , but it turned out to be the best vacation we've ever had. The scenery and food were amazing. We stayed in beautiful hotels. Most of the riding was on paved bike paths so we hardly ever had to deal with car traffic. Our leaders, Andrea and Martin, were funny, informative , and so helpful. We are already planning to go back to Italy with VBT this summer."

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9 days From$5,045
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Mexico Unplugged

Mexico Unplugged

By Intrepid Travel
premier
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Central America, Chichen Itza, Mexico City, Palenque, Playa del Carmen, San Cristobal, San Juan

Highlights

  • Explore the stunning Maya temples of Palenque and stroll through Chichen Itza, with local experts at both sites explaining their storied history.
  • Visit the community of San Pedro Tlahuac, home to Nahuatl descendants, and enjoy a lunch made with produce picked fresh from a chinampa farm.
  • Wander market stalls, relax in public parks and sample the enticing Mexican eats of Mexico City, Puebla and Oaxaca.
  • Escape the Mexican heat in the highlands of San Cristobal de las Casas and explore surrounding villages where traditional customs and roots are thriving.
  • Share Yucatecan specialties with locals then finish off your journey in the beachside hub of Playa del Carmen.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"My wife & I are Australians and have been to Asia many times but not to Japan. We had heard good things, so we jumped on to an Intrepid trip in April, 2025. Our Guide was Shizuka Yoshimura who, while being born in Japan, was a well-travelled, knowledgeable and enthusiastic woman who was fun to be with and proved very capable in leading 9 of us, aged between about 30 years of age to mid-70's, from 4 nations around her own country. Shizuka was very fluent in English which was brilliant. Experience counts, both in the present, coping with transport & other issues which always arise, and in the planning and communicating the next stage of the tour with the group. Shizuka adapted to both the more able-bodied and the less physically able with care and good grace, always making sure that all members of the party were happy and comfortable with decisions regarding , e.g. whether or not to climb a few hundred steps to see a castle, shrine, etc. Everyone was always looked after and meeting points along the way were well spelled out, so no one felt abandoned in any way. Our accommodation was as advertised, so in the case of staying at Hacone in a traditional style (with really low beds and no seating above floor level), Shizuka arranged for standard kitchen chairs to be placed in our room which was great - it's always the little things that matter. Our trip was based on traveling most of the way by Shinkansen (bullet trains) and sometimes the ticketing was not straight-forward, but it was well explained all of the time and Shizuka's planning smoothed out the bumps every time. Shizuka's "local knowledge", being Japanese, assisted our group many times along the way when things may not have been going according to plan and we always felt looked after and confident that "The Boss" would quickly resolve any hiccups. Equally, Shizuka often gave us our own space and when a group dinner was not a part of the agenda we sometimes shared meals with her apart from the group or vice-versa - there was a good, relaxed feeling in the group that we were our own mature travellers as well as being a part of the group. Look, I know that things can go wrong whether you are hiking out in the bush or traveling at 300 kp/h, but in our experience our Guide Shizuka was very well equipped personally to adapt and overcome, and we had a beaut trip. Highly recommended."

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$3,179
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A Week in Jordan

A Week in Jordan

By Exodus Adventure Travels
premier
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Amman, Aqaba, Dead Sea, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum

Highlights

  • Discover the secrets of Petra with two full days exploring the Red Rose City
  • Experience Bedouin life at our private desert camp in Wadi Rum
  • Stroll through the ancient Roman streets of Jerash
  • Float in the tranquil waters of the Dead Sea, an unmissable experience
  • Visit Mount Nebo, said to be the burial site of Moses

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Quick and clear responses; know the details about their trips. Easy to book sort deposit"

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$2,653
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Pyramids, Temples and the Nile: the Ultimate Egypt Experience | March 10, 2022

Pyramids, Temples and the Nile: the Ultimate Egypt Experience | March 10, 2022

By Culture Trip
none
5/5 Excellent
12 reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
They lovingly design their trips, relying on an in-depth understanding of the destinations.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Gaze in awe at the Great Pyramid and Sphinx of Giza
  • Discover the overlooked architectural wonders of Cairo's historic centre
  • Explore the ancient Luxor Temple illuminated by candlelight
  • Enjoy a cocktail party on a traditional felucca at sunset
  • Cruise down the Nile on a luxury ship
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Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Photography, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"A Culture Trip curated trip is a must for anyone burnt out planning their own trips or going to a remote or unfamiliar area. Having a local insider was the highlight of the trip. From the moment we landed to the moment we had to go through security to leave, we were completely taken care of. Our insider gave us great recommendations for restaurants and was very adaptable to any situation that arose."

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$3,088
10 days From$2,709
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Best of Alaska

Best of Alaska

By Intrepid Travel
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Chugach Mountains, Denali, Denali National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward, Valdez

Highlights

  • Head out on an Alaskan safari for a unique chance to see moose, caribou, grizzly bears, Dall sheep and wolves in their natural habitat in Denali National Park.
  • Take a boat cruise on Resurrection Bay to Kenai Fjords and look out for orca whales, porpoises and puffins before enjoying some free time to hike or relax.
  • Discover Seward, one of Alaska's oldest and most scenic communities, then take a short hike to the tongue of Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park.
  • Sit back and take in stunning views along the dramatic coastlines of the Turnagain Arm from Anchorage to Homer, then from Seward to Denali National Park, while someone else does the driving.
  • On the way to charming Talkeetna, take a breath in Girdwood, where you’ll hop on the Alyeska Aerial Tram to the top of Mt Alyeska and see some incredible views of seven glaciers and the valley below.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"My wife & I are Australians and have been to Asia many times but not to Japan. We had heard good things, so we jumped on to an Intrepid trip in April, 2025. Our Guide was Shizuka Yoshimura who, while being born in Japan, was a well-travelled, knowledgeable and enthusiastic woman who was fun to be with and proved very capable in leading 9 of us, aged between about 30 years of age to mid-70's, from 4 nations around her own country. Shizuka was very fluent in English which was brilliant. Experience counts, both in the present, coping with transport & other issues which always arise, and in the planning and communicating the next stage of the tour with the group. Shizuka adapted to both the more able-bodied and the less physically able with care and good grace, always making sure that all members of the party were happy and comfortable with decisions regarding , e.g. whether or not to climb a few hundred steps to see a castle, shrine, etc. Everyone was always looked after and meeting points along the way were well spelled out, so no one felt abandoned in any way. Our accommodation was as advertised, so in the case of staying at Hacone in a traditional style (with really low beds and no seating above floor level), Shizuka arranged for standard kitchen chairs to be placed in our room which was great - it's always the little things that matter. Our trip was based on traveling most of the way by Shinkansen (bullet trains) and sometimes the ticketing was not straight-forward, but it was well explained all of the time and Shizuka's planning smoothed out the bumps every time. Shizuka's "local knowledge", being Japanese, assisted our group many times along the way when things may not have been going according to plan and we always felt looked after and confident that "The Boss" would quickly resolve any hiccups. Equally, Shizuka often gave us our own space and when a group dinner was not a part of the agenda we sometimes shared meals with her apart from the group or vice-versa - there was a good, relaxed feeling in the group that we were our own mature travellers as well as being a part of the group. Look, I know that things can go wrong whether you are hiking out in the bush or traveling at 300 kp/h, but in our experience our Guide Shizuka was very well equipped personally to adapt and overcome, and we had a beaut trip. Highly recommended."

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$7,042
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Spain: Andalusia, Córdoba & Granada

Spain: Andalusia, Córdoba & Granada

By VBT Bicycling Vacations
premier
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Embark on a guided tour of Cordoba featuring a visit to the amazing Mezquita.
  • Ride through olive groves and vineyards along the Ruta del Vino Wine Road.
  • Sangria!
  • Spin downhill past castles, Roman ruins, and mountain villages toward enchanting Granada.
  • Explore the Alhambra Palace—one of Spain’s biggest attractions and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Cycling & Biking, Photography

What travelers are saying

"This was the first organized tour my husband and I have ever joined, so we were not sure what to expect , but it turned out to be the best vacation we've ever had. The scenery and food were amazing. We stayed in beautiful hotels. Most of the riding was on paved bike paths so we hardly ever had to deal with car traffic. Our leaders, Andrea and Martin, were funny, informative , and so helpful. We are already planning to go back to Italy with VBT this summer."

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Greece, Beyond The Islands

Greece, Beyond The Islands

By Sky Vacations
preferred
5/5 Excellent
25 reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
Sky Vacations has the experience, know-how, and passion needed to craft custom trips around the world.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • 6 nights hotel accommodation
  • City tour of Athens
  • Visit the Acropolis and the new Acropolis museum in Athens
  • Explore sites, tour the ruins and visit the museum in ancient Olympia
  • Tour Delphi and visit site of 4th century BC Temple of Apollo and home to the legendary Oracle.
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Themes

Cultural, Religious

What travelers are saying

"I had an amazing time with my family after getting our trip booked through Sky Vacations. I got recommended the agency through a friend and I haven’t looked back since booking with them. They’re always spot-on with the trips I’ve been able to book with them. Recently I went on a trip to Portugal with my family, they booked us a trip with a full itinerary from Porto and Lisbon and we were so impressed. Everything about the trip was spectacular, and we were honestly very impressed with how planned out the trip was, it was incredible. In the end, I wish I could give them more stars because of how lovely their services are, if you’re looking for your next trip to be booked, use Sky Vacations!"

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$2,046
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Highlights of Albania

Excellent tour , good itinerary. I would say it’s not full on but moderately relaxed in respect of no early morning starts and always at our hotels by late afternoon...

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Apr 2025

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Highlights of Albania

Korcë was a bust as was the day spent supposedly driving along the gorgeous Riviera when in fact the shore was mostly out of sight and what we did see of the beach w...

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Highlights of Albania

Our guide was excellent, didn’t put a foot wrong. Albania is lovely, and so were the people I met. It is safe and relaxed and relatively unspoilt, and it defies expe...

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Apr 2025

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Highlights of Albania

Excellent tour around Albania with a good range of activities. Our tour leader Gerion was extremely knowledgeable and patient, and the minibus driver Fathi was a car...

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Apr 2025

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Very efficient and well organised guide who knew a huge amount about the country that he was well able to share with the group. He always appeared calm and patient i...

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