A journey through Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Croatia to discover old Ottoman towns, fortified coastal cities, traditional villages and the mountains, lakes and rivers of Europe's least visited corner. The best of the Balkans' historic sites and local culture.
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageThe ancient land of Kurdistan in the north of Iraq occupies a special place in history. Its monuments and cities date back millennia and are evidence of the diverse civilisations that once ruled here. This short trip takes you on a journey that for many years was off limits to western travellers, but rivals any of its better-known Middle Eastern counterparts.
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageSouthern Pakistan is a land of vast deserts and ancient civilisations. Travel through millennia of history on this surprising trip. We visit the ancient sites of the Indus Valley civilisation and discover vast desert fortresses. We encounter Pakistan's Buddhist history and marvel at the glories of the Moghuls in the enchanting city of Lahore.
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageDiscover the cities of the ancient Silk Road in just a week, visiting the walled city of Khiva, the incredible historic quarter of Bukhara and the splendid monuments of Samarkand. For those short on time but wanting an insight into this region, this tour offers a chance to understand its fascinating history.
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageAn ideal introduction to the treasures of Sudan. Explore the pyramids of Meroe and Nuri, discover the many sites of Jebel Barkal and visit traditional Nubian villages. Travel through incredible desert scenery and cross the Nile, staying in comfortable accommodation each night.
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageA hidden jewel of the Middle East. Discover the highlights of this much maligned nation, from the impressive Temple of Baalbek to old crusader fortresses. Explore small traditional villages, hike through the beautiful Qadisha Valley, and soak up the atmosphere of Beirut, Tripoli and Tyre.
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageBe among one of the first to return and discover the highlights of western Libya, from the Mediterranean to the Sahara. Explore the winding streets of Tripoli, the traditional town of Ghadames and one of Africa's most impressive archaeological sites - Leptis Magna.
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageBulgaria is one of the most charming countries of Eastern Europe and little visited. On this tour we uncover its unique and complex history, exploring beautifully decorated monasteries, traditional villages, historic towns and breath-taking mountain scenery. With great food, welcoming people and a wealth of historic monuments, this is a great introduction to a fascinating country.
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageExplore the wonders of Myanmar, as we discover a land of gilded pagodas and authentic Asian traditions. Follow in the steps of Buddhist pilgrims, climbing to the top of Mandalay Hill, visit the famous 'leg rowing fisherman' at Inle Lake and explore the remarkable UNESCO site of Bagan. Having been completely off limits for the past few years, travel here feels as bold and curious as ever…
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageExplore the best of Saudi Arabia in just a week. See the ultra-modern city of Riyadh, where as well as exploring the souqs and seeing historic palaces we also visit the nearby traditional mud brick village of Ushaiger and the enchanting dunes of Al Nafud. Head to Madain Saleh, the ancient city of the Nabataeans, then end up in the atmospheric Red Sea port of Jeddah, with its old Ottoman ...
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageThe countries of the Silk Road are some of the most evocative on the planet, filled with the romance of traders from the east, lost cities and forgotten empires. Visit Samarkand, Khiva and Bukhara, explore the mountains of Tajikistan, stay at the flaming gas crater of Darwaza and explore the bizarre monuments of Ashgabat.
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