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What they’re known for
Famous for their expert local guides that help ease unknowns of adventure travel while bringing a unique richness and spontaneity to each trip.
Why we love this operator
They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
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China Highlights
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Beijing, Guilin, Hong Kong, Tiananmen Square, Victoria Peak, Xian, Yangshuo

Highlights

  • A journey of discovery across China from Hong Kong to Beijing by train, boat and plane
  • Relax in the stunning limestone landscapes of China's tranquil South
  • Discover the amazing Terracotta Army and iconic Great Wall

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Adventures in Patagonia
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Buenos Aires, Los Glaciares National Park, Patagonia, Perito Moreno Glacier, Punta Arenas, Torres del Paine National Park, Ushuaia

Highlights

  • Discover life at the end of the world, exploring Argentinian and Chilean Patagonia
  • Get up close to the Perito Moreno glacier and see the spires of Mount Fitz Roy
  • Hike in the Torres del Paine National Park, discovering glacial lakes and the iconic granite pinnacles

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Angkor Wat, Cu Chi Tunnels, Danang, Halong Bay , Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Mekong Delta, Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh , Saigon, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • A full-on 2-week adventure through vibrant, beautiful Vietnam to the temples of Cambodia
  • Overnight cruise through turquoise waters and past towering limestone cliffs in Halong Bay
  • Discover the ancient merchant's town of Hoi An with its temples and Chinese architecture

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Explore!

Why we love Explore!

They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.

Highlights and hidden gems of Western Turkey
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Antalya, Aphrodisias, Aspen, Bath, Cesme, Ephesus, Lima, Pamukkale, Taurus Mountain, Temple of Apollo, Temple of Zeus

Highlights

  • Explore Greco-Roman ruins, traditional villages and stunning scenery of Southern Turkey
  • Low visitor numbers in winter, Aegean Coast sunshine and a dusting of snow make an ideal escape
  • Stay in a beautiful winery near Ephesus and discover laid back Kas on the Turquoise Coast

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Walk the Lake District
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Hike the beautiful Northern Lake District
  • Comfortable 3-star hotel base in the Borrowdale Valley
  • All meals included with excellent dinners using local ingredients

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Trekking & Expeditions

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Undiscovered Balkans
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Kos, Kruja, Skopje, Tirana

Highlights

  • Discover the history and incredible scenery of Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo
  • Walk through the dramatic Valbona Valley surrounded by the jagged peaks of the Accursed Mountains
  • Explore Lake Orhid, this glistening lake boasting many cultural monuments including the Saint Naum Monastery

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Spirit of Laos
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Bangkok, Banteay Srei, Champa, Luang Prabang, Mekong River , Pakse , Siem Reap, Tonle Sap Lake, Vientiane

Highlights

  • Discover delightful Laos, a hidden gem of Southeast Asia, travel south to Angkor's temples
  • Soak up Luang Prabang's French colonial charm and watch monks line the street at sunrise
  • Take a slow boat on the sleepy Mekong and encounter tribal villages in northern Laos

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Balkans Rail Adventure
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Bar, Belgrade, Croatia, Dubrovnik, Kos, Kotor, Lake Bled, Ljubljana, Mavrovo, Montenegro, Mosta, Plitvice Lakes National park, Podgorica, Sarajevo, Skopje, Zagreb

Highlights

  • Visit seven countries of Former Yugoslavia in just 16 days
  • Experience a variety of scenic rail journeys
  • Discover contrasting landscapes and cities in this lesser visited region

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Train & Rail Journeys, Around The World

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Explore! Reviews & Ratings

4.6/5  Excellent
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Whitney

Apr 2025

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Canary Islands Walking - Gran Canaria

David was a fantastic trekking guide. Very knowledgeable of the trails & history of the area, considerate, great at managing group dynamics, organized, and thou...

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Chris

Mar 2025

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Kolkata to Amritsar

A fascinating trip with visits to high profile hot spots as you cross India to the Pakistan border and learn about the country’s history. The journeys in between use...

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Karen

Mar 2025

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Upgraded - Discover Vietnam

It was a fantastic trip fulled with colour , noise and culture . The trip was perfect from start to finish and covered everything that was promised. All the extra ex...

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Eleanor

Mar 2025

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Highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia

We had the most amazing time travelling through Vietnam and finishing off in Cambodia. Thanks to our incredible guide Theo we became fully immersed in the experienc...

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Trusted Customer

Mar 2025

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Upgraded - Walking in Portugal

Really enjoyed Tavira and its culture, cuisine, the hotel and people. Holiday was fun - a nice, mixed group of 16 people. Great walks every day which were varied and...

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