As the world gets smaller, so travellers increasingly seek holidays to inspire and broaden horizons, holidays that may mean adventure, cultural experience and discovery.

We create ‘explorer’ experiences supported by only the best local guides. The journeys are exciting, interesting, diverse, unique and open to people of all ages.

For those looking for something more adventurous than just a week relaxing on a beach, there is a whole array of special interest travel ideas waiting to be discovered from camel trekking and camping under the stars in Jordan, to going on Tiger Safari in India, mountain biking in Bhutan, seeing the ‘Big Five’ in Africa, taking a Nomadic Explorer Tour in Mongolia, following the footsteps of The Incas in Peru or simply walking in Tuscany, for example. The opportunities are endless.

It is easy to disappear off to some remote place to realise your dream, but it should be recognised that an itinerary planned by experts and supported by local representation will be worth every single penny and more. By using recognised, specialist tour companies you will have a constant contact throughout your travels and receive helpful advice and expertise to provide you with a totally enriching experience without having to worry about anything at all.

Many of the more unusual destinations have different lifestyles and events can be far less predictable than at home. Health, safety and operational standards are often not up to Western expectations, you will encounter different cultural behaviour and customs, the food will be different, it may be difficult to find clean drinking water or good roads when exploring off the beaten track and many cities will be crowded, noisy and over-whelming. Some accommodation may be very basic such as camping out in Wadi Rum in Jordan or at a bush camp in South Africa, a ‘ger’ tent in Mongolia or a rice boat in Kerala but sometimes the most basic facilities create the most memorable nights!

There are so many wonderful special interest holidays to choose from now and we are sure everyone has at least one on their wish list of ‘things to do’.

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Beginners Guide to Australia

Qantas Airlines operates 28 flights a week from London Heathrow via the Far East into seven gateway cities across Australia.

15 days Sydney, Melbourne, Great Ocean Road & Adelaide - Prices from £1619 per person based on a twin share. Price includes flight Heathrow-Sydney-Melbourne-Adelaide-Heathrow. 14 nights accommodation, 4 days car hire and selected meals and sightseeing. Valid for travel 16 April - 20 June 2010

9 day Cairns & The Great Barrier Reef - Prices from £2179 per person based on a twin share. Price includes return fligths to Cairns, 8 nights accommodation (4 onboard cruise) selected meals and sightseeing. Valid for travel 16 April - 20 June 2010

15 day Sydney & Sunshine State Explorer - Prices from £2169 per person based on a twin share.Price includes flights London-SYdney-Brisbane-Cairns-London. 14 nights accommodation with breakfast at selected hotels, car hire, sightseeing and return boat transfers to Fraser & Dunk Island. Valid for travel 16 April - 20 June 2010

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Monaco Grand Prix

Depart from Cannes on 15 May for a sailing along the Cote d'Azur to anchor in the bay of Monaco on the 16 May for the Monaco Grand Prix. The cruise continues its Mediterranean voyage calling into ports in Corsica, Elba, Portofino and along the Cote d'Azur before returning back to Cannes on 22 May.

You will be within easy reach of all the action and the head turning vessel will be one of the most beautiful ships on the scene with her graceful lines, four masts and teak decking.

Prices start from £1045 per person

 

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 Ranch Holidays

Do you dream of adventures in the saddle, across the wide open spaces of the old Wild West?   

A ranching holiday in the USA or Canada is an adventure like no other. You do not have to be an experienced rider, there is something to suit all abilities. Of course riding is the key activity on a ranch but there are alternative activities such as wilderness pack trips and cross-country cattle drives.                     There are various ranches catering from guest ranches, real cowboy adventures and working cattle ranches. 

Some ranches have superb family programmes with weekly rodeo's, petting zoo's featuring miniature horses, pot-bellied pigs and goats. Enjoy hiking, tennis, basketball, swimming and night time bonfires and barbecues.

How about combining your ranch holiday with a city stay in glitzy Las Vegas, cosmopolitian Vancouver or one of the National Parks.

 

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 White-water Rafting

No mobile phone, no computer and no worries, you will sleep under the stars and conquer the white water of the Colorado River. This is truly an adventure of a life time. You will experience rarely seen canyons, Indian ruins, beautiful waterfalls as well as fun and friendships.

Most trips are between 3 - 6 days taking in it's rapids. The large rafts will give you maximum excitement, safety and will take you on a journey almost 190 miles in six days. You can stop for swimming and hike to hidden falls and volcanoes.

Sleeping bags, waterproof gear bags and chairs are provided. If you are not feeling too adventurous tents are provided.

You can combine white-water rafting with a ranch holiday or a stop in Las Vegas. 

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Orient Express Trains

The Orient Express owns and manages luxury hotels, trains, cruises and restaurants in some of the magical locations our planet has to offer. From day trips in the UK, The Eastern & Oriental Express in South East Asia, The ultimate PeruRail to the Majestic Royal Scotsman taking in the breathtaking Scottish Highlands.  

Enjoy timeless weekends away to Scotland, Cornwall, The Lake District or the cool drama of St.Petersburg or the sultry Mediterranean offering an array of unique travel experiences.

Romantic fine dining at intimate restaurants with locations in some of the most enticing gastronmic regions. Enjoy the elegent setting of your unique Orient Express carriage as you savour a delightful feast on one of their famous trains or take a cookery course at Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons or Villa San Michele's Cookery School.

 

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Oberammergau & the 2010 Passion Play

 

The history of the Oberammergau Passion Play began back in 1633. During the Thirty Years' War, after much suffering and death caused by the plague, the surviving population of Oberammergau vowed that they would perform the play of the suffering, death and the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ every ten years if they were spared from extinction. At Whitsun in 1634 they kept their promise for the first time. Nowadays the 5000 inhabitants of the village play host to just under half a million visitors who make the pilgrimage to see this world famous religious festival. All of the cast live in the village and preparations for each performance commences eight years previously.

The Passion Play is performed on an open air stage from May to September starting in the afternoon and resuming in the evening following a three hour interval. The 2010 production is being directed under the watchful eye of Christian Stuckl and the music composed by Markus Zwink and Michael Bocklet.

We are able to offer various travel options to incorporate the Passion Play, from tailor-made itineraries, group travel, coach, rail or air combining various durations, stops and a choice of accommodation.

 

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