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From the Tiger's Nest to the Taj Mahal, and the Golden Temple to the Great Wall, we've got the world's iconic sights covered.
15 Holidays
- Explore the cultural city of Kyoto, and the historic castles of Matsumoto and Himeji
- Take part in a tea ceremony in Kyoto and stay in traditional ryokan and minshuku.
- See the snow monkeys of Yudanaka Onsen
- Spend a night with the monks in a temple on Mount Koya
- Enjoy remarkable views of iconic Mount Fuji – weather permitting
- Visit Narai, one of the best-preserved post towns on the Nakasendo Trail
- Experience modern Japan; high-rise Tokyo, Hiroshima Peace Park, bullet trains and the neon lights of Osaka
Flight inclusive from £7320, Land only from £6125
- Trek the most awe-inspiring section of the Jordan Trail
- Explore Petra, entering by the lesser-visited 'backdoor'. Stop at Little Petra en route.
- Begin your trek at Dana Nature Reserve â one of Jordanâs must-see natural sights
- Experience floating in the salt-rich waters of the Dead Sea
- Enjoy a first rate camping experience on trek and stay in good quality hotel in Madaba
Flight inclusive from £2235, Land only from £1735
- Visit the spectacular hilltop temple complex of Preah Vihear
- Explore the architectural wonders of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom
- Search for endangered primates and rare birds in protected wildlife reserves
- Walk with rescued elephants at the Elephant Valley Project
- Take to the water to see the ‘floating’ stilt houses of Tonle Sap Lake
- Tour the many cultural and historic sights of Phnom Penh and enjoy a sunset river cruise
- Relax on the beach on pretty Koh Rong Island
Flight inclusive from £4245, Land only from £3395
- Explore the forested landscape of the Cardamom Mountains by foot and mountain bike
- Discover the diverse flora and fauna of the Cardamoms
- Enjoy sunrise from the top of Mrech Kongkep Mountain
- Take a tour of Phnom Penh and discover idyllic Rabbit Island
- Spend three full days amid the architectural splendours of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom
Flight inclusive from £3440, Land only from £2445
- Tour the ancient cities of Bhaktapur, Kathmandu, Patan and visit Lumbini - the birthplace of Buddha
- Enjoy village walks with stunning Himalayan views of the Annapurnas and Everest
- Go wild at Chitwan National Park with two full days of wildlife watching activities
- Stay in top quality hotels and lodges including Dwarika's fabulous Heritage Hotel
Flight inclusive from £4215, Land only from £3195
- Trek the high Andes in real style, staying in four superb mountain lodges
- Follow a beautiful trail, away from the crowds of the Inca Trail, with unique views of Machu Picchu
- Enjoy the best acclimatisation programme with time in the Sacred Valley
- Tour the incomparable Inca ruins of Machu Picchu
- Extend your time in Cuzco or travel on to some of Peru's other key attractions
Flight inclusive from £5395, Land only from £4095
- Visit the key cultural sights including the Tiger’s Nest Monastery and Punakha Dzong
- Explore picturesque villages and get under the skin of authentic Bhutanese culture
- Join the celebrations at a Bhutanese festival
- Stay in a 5 star hotel in Kathmandu before and after visiting Bhutan
- September departure led by Michael Rutland OBE
Flight inclusive from £4335, Land only from £3295
- Ride a mountain train, walk the Mall in Shimla and visit the magnificent Golden Temple at Amritsar
- Visit Dharamsala, the home town of the Dalai Lama
- Stay in converted palaces, heritage properties and characterful hotels
- Enjoy good day walks and explore the key cultural sights on foot.
Flight inclusive from £3470, Land only from £2795
- See the fascinating World Heritage Site of Ichan Kala, Khiva
- Explore the ruins of ancient fortresses in the Kyzylkum Desert
- Visit the exotic covered bazaar and colossal Kalyan Minaret at Bukhara
- Discover the domed mosques and ornately decorate madrassas of Samarkand
- Stay in comfortable, well located 3 and 4 star hotels throughout
- Take an optional extension to the Fergana Valley or Shakhrisabsz
Flight inclusive from £2645, Land only from £1995
- A comprehensive tour of Sri Lanka, combining cultural highlights with gentle walking
- Travel into the hill country by train to hilltop tea plantations
- Take a jeep safari to look for leopards in Yala National Park
- A relaxing beach stay at the end of your travels
Flight inclusive from £3570, Land only from £2750
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