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263 Private Guided trips. Tours from 23 tour companies. 1,248 reviews. 4.9/5 avg rating.

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A Week in Jordan

A Week in Jordan

By Exodus 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

"Excellent trek doing the Tour du Mont Blanc (camping trip). I have done a number of Exodus trips in the past and all have been brilliant. This one was no exception, well run, exceptional staff and a great itinerary!"

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Meaningful India

Meaningful India

By Sky Vacations
preferred
5/5 Excellent
21 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Udaipur

Highlights

  • 11 nights hotel accommodation
  • A guided tour of Old Delhi visiting iconic streets like Chandni Chowk, historical sites and colorful bazaars
  • Hop on to a cycle rickshaw and ride through the rugged-rustic lanes of Old Delhi
  • Visit the Taj Mahal in its full glory along with Agra Fort
  • A visit to Mukti Ashram, India’s first center caring for rescued child laborers providing housing, education and life skills
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Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

"We booked a trip to Italy with Sky Vacations and could not have been happier with the results. We didn’t want to do the usual tourist visits because we had been to Italy before. They designed a trip that took us to Umbria and Marche and Lake Bracciano and it was great. We wanted to stay in luxury, smaller hotels, do cooking classes, wine tasting and some touring and every item was executed perfectly. We’re now booking Greece with them. A great company we highly recommend."

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12 days From$2,395
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Luxury Cook Islands

Luxury Cook Islands

By Audley Travel
preferred
4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Rarotonga

Highlights

  • The Punanga Nui Market on a Saturday is a great place to find some local arts and craft.
  • Snorkelling on the north-western side of Rarotonga, where you can walk out among the coral.
  • The flight between Rarotonga and Aitutaki gives you superb views of the reefs weaving their way through the Pacific Ocean.
  • Relaxing in Aitutaki - if ever there was a place to find picture perfect desert island scenery, this is it.

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Excellent, In our first conversation with Audley we discussed what we wanted to see and do, within days we were sent an itinerary which included everything! The holiday itself was magical as explored and photographed the islands, the culture and the wildlife. We stayed in the best hotels, the guides were great, so knowledgeable and helpful. Honestly can't think of anything bad to say."

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13 days From$6,270
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Southern Africa Safari Experience

Southern Africa Safari Experience

By National Geographic Expeditions
preferred
1/5 Terrible
30 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Chobe National Park, Hwange National Park, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Maun, Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Zambezi River

Highlights

  • Meet with an expert on National Geographic’s Okavango Wilderness Project to learn about ongoing conservation projects in the delta.
  • Enjoy dinner at a family homestead in Zimbabwe, and hear from local storytellers in Botswana.
  • Go on safari with a researcher from the Cheetah Metapopulation Project, part of National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari

What travelers are saying

"We booked a National Geographic expedition Holland and Belgium by River. The promotional literature promised a 14-day deposit refund window. The “invoice” was marked “non-refundable” deposit. We completed the National Geographic Traveler Information. About 8 days later we received the “Travel Agreement” to be signed. We both approved and signed the National Geographic documents. A Cruise Line Travel agreement was enclosed but had no signature line. This document contained language which was unacceptable. We submitted the signed NatGeo documents. The following day we canceled the trip due to the unacceptable Cruise Line language. Cancellation was made 12 days after booking and no deposit was returned. We were told on the phone that the refund deadline was triggered by the 14 day window OR signatures on the Travel Agreement which ever came first. This was NEW information. To date, we have received NO refund of our $1000. We cancelled our trip within the advertised 14 day window."

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18 days From$8,399
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Jordan & Egypt: Petra to the Pyramids 2022

Jordan & Egypt: Petra to the Pyramids 2022

By Tauck
none
4.2/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Abu Simbel, Amman, Aswan, Dead Sea, Jerash, Jordan Valley, Luxor Temple, Madaba, Memphis, Petra, Pyramid of Giza, Sphinx, Temple of Karnak, Temple of Zeus, Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Wadi Rum

Highlights

  • Explore biblical lands untouched by time from atop Mt. Nebo
  • at sandstone Petra
  • and in ancient Roman cities surrounding Jordan's Dead Sea shores. Sail down the River Nile on a journey that spans 5
  • 000 years of history in the world's oldest civilization. Visit pyramids
  • temples and tombs that speak volumes about the lives of Egyptian kings and queens
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Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Holy Land

What travelers are saying

"My husband and I booked the Yellowstone tour with Tauck expecting so much more with the accommodations, food, and tour director based on the price point. We were sadly disappointed but still tried to enjoy the experience. Rooms were dirty, food were often buffets and other group dinners with some food inedible. We noticed other tours staying in our hotels and paying much less for their tours. One positive was we never touched our luggage which was nice but my small suitcase was damaged during one transfer. Word to the wise… read their emails thoroughly as the email we received a few weeks before our trip reads like a disclaimer for poor service and accommodations."

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13 days From$9,990
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Argentina: Wine and Waterfalls

Argentina: Wine and Waterfalls

By Enchanting Travels
none
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Iguazu National Park, Mendoza

Highlights

  • Enchance your visit to the Argentina side of the Iguazu Waterfalls with a tranquil rafting experience on the Iguazu River.
  • Visit contrasting locality of Palermo with its open green spaces, wide tree-lined avenues, and trendy bars and restaurants
  • Visit city’s iconic landmarks of the Colon Theater
  • Explore three different wineries

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"We booked a 9 day trip to Japan for my friend and i through Enchanting Travels. It was amazing! We got to do so many things we wanted and we even got to pick something that wasn't on any of their itineraries. They booked it for us no problem. All of our guides were friendly and absolutely on time. The only issue I would say we had was with checking into 2 of our hotels. They got us to one 3 hours before check in and we had to kill that time. We were able to find a very cool Venetian glass museum to pass that time. The second one we arrived an hour and a half earlier than check in and had to pay 2000.00 yen to check in an hour early. They had our next tour booked for 3 pm which was when we were supposed to check in. We decided that wasn't a good idea. Other than that, it was worth every penny we spent and I would definitely do it again!"

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A Taste of Tuscany Culinary Tour

A Taste of Tuscany Culinary Tour

By Classic Journeys
none
1/5 Terrible
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Florence

Highlights

  • Testing mouthwatering recipes in friendly cucinas
  • Strolling through vineyards and sampling their wares
  • Seeing premium olives pressed into oil

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"My mom, sister and I booked a luxury tour to Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos with Classic Journeys at a significant expense. We expected an experience comparable to industry leaders like Tauck, Micato, & Abercrombie and Kent. Unfortunately, the service provided by Classic Journeys did not meet the high standards of luxury travel, despite their claim to be in those ranks. Summarized concerns & shortfalls of Classic Journeys below: Pre-Trip Preparation: The lack of attention to detail began with visa arrangements; their team didn’t clearly communicate Visa requirements. They were unaware that proof of visa was necessary to board the flight to Vietnam from the US. In many instances, you can get a Visa upon arrival, etc. This failure of communication resulted in last-minute fees, expediting costs, and significant stress. Important travel details like vaccines, luggage restrictions, and fitness levels required for the daytrips were poorly communicated. **Accommodations and Logistics**: Our experience with accommodations was EXTREMELY disappointing. We were compelled to book extra nights at our expense due to inefficient tour logistics. One hotel was over an hour away from the airport, contrary to the 15 minutes we were told. Additionally, we encountered last-minute hotel downgrades and substandard room assignments. It is not expensive to book a 5-star hotel in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. Nice rooms in luxury hotels were typically under $250/night. When we arrived at disappointing accommodations, we googled the cost of the rooms. In multiple instances, they were in the $75 - $80/night range, while beautiful rooms were available at nearby hotels for $150 - $200/night. For the amount we paid for the trip, we were horrified to discover that Classic Journeys penny pinched on such an important trip element. At one point, we were housed near trash and service areas, and instructed to dispose of soiled toilet paper in a bin rather than toilet. It is clear that Classic Journeys was seeking to capture profit at the expense of their travelers. **Air Travel and Benefits**: Classic Journeys failed to include our airline loyalty information for the various flights we took getting from point A to B, costing us access to benefits like extra baggage and VIP lounge access. On one flight, for which we would have had status benefits, we were seated on the last row of the plane in seats with no recline. They also did not allow us to access our own reservation details, including confirmation and ticketing numbers so that we could enter loyalty information ourselves, despite multiple requests. **Lack of Itinerary Details **: The physical demands of activities like a 2-3 mile walk on rolling terrain and uneven ground in extreme heat (105 degrees) were not disclosed beforehand, which is crucial for planning. Most luxury tour companies have a rating system that is utilized to indicate the level of exertion required for the day-trip, for example one tennis shoe for low activity level, two tennis shoes for moderate activity or fitness level, and 3 tennis shoes for a strenuous or difficult activity. Classic Journeys had no such rating system. I informed Classic Journeys of a significant knee injury that occurred on a ski trip in February. I also told them it was very possible that I would be in a knee immobilizing brace from mid-thigh to ankle. They told me they didn’t feel any modifications were necessary, with the exception of one day when we rode bikes. My mom is also a Type 1 diabetic and has had 2 knee replacements. We informed Classic Journeys of these health conditions. They didn’t provide adequate information regarding preparation for the activities in their itinerary. While our guides and drivers (contracted from another agency) were exceptional, the numerous logistical and service failures from Classic Journeys have prompted us to write this review. Future travelers should be wary and consider all available options when booking a luxury tour, especially given the significant cost and expectations of such trips."

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Vietnam Highlands

Vietnam Highlands

By Swain Destinations
none
4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Hong Kong, Mekong Delta, Mekong River , Saigon, Victoria Peak

Highlights

  • By Mekong river cruise visit the local colorful floating markets of Cai Be, where you will cruise among local barges full of fruits and vegetables
  • Explore Hanoi City Via Victoria Expres
  • Explore Hong Kong is a place of contrasts: geographically, socially and economically
  • Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the final resting place of Ho Chi Minh
  • Visit to One Pillar Pagoda which was built by the Emperor Ly Thai Tong, who ruled from 1028 to 1054.

Themes

Cultural, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"I have worked with Swain for travel in Australia and Africa. On both continents they have always exceeded expectations. I have never written a review until now, but I am truly impressed by their precision in handling the required covid tests for multiple country itineraries in Africa. Numerous travelers have been able to experience Africa with ease because of how easy to follow and clearly pre-arranged travelers testing and requirements. Experts in knowledge and service!"

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17 days to Egypt, Jordan and Israel was our first booking with Odynovo , and Susan, our Rep.There were 6 of us traveling. We had planned our way there and our way ou...

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First time using Odynovo, and the experience was flawless. We traveled to Israel, Jordan and Egypt by private tour with 5-star hotels. It was an action-packed itiner...

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We did a 10-day private tour package across Egypt. Memphis was just plain terrible. In Cairo, their airport liaison, Ahmed, was TERRIBLE — from the moment we met him...

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