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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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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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Why we love Explore!

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

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

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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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The Best of Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Amberd Fortress, Georgia, Tbilisi, Yerevan

Highlights

  • Travel through the Caucasus and discover the diversity of a land straddling two continents
  • Discover Azerbaijan's countryside best kept secrets and visit Georgia's diverse cultural sites from churches to cave cities
  • Stay in the shadow of Mount Ararat and uncover Armenia's tempestuous history

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Cycle Portugal - Lisbon to Algarve
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Alentejo, Algarve, Lisbon, Sintra

Highlights

  • Cycle from charming Lisbon to the most south-westerly point of continental Europe
  • Explore the entire length of this wild and unspoilt corner of Europe
  • Enjoy the great outdoors with plenty of sun, chances to swim and fresh seafood

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Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

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Upgraded - Walking in Portugal
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star

Visits

Algarve, Bar, Castro Marim, Tavira

Highlights

  • Walking trip based in Tavira combining scenic coastal and inland walking
  • Discover beautiful beaches, sand spit islands and olive grove covered hills
  • Enjoy the relaxed lifestyle and the food and wine of this region
  • This trip is part of our Explore Upgraded collection
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Explore! Reviews & Ratings

4.6/5  Excellent
18,480  Reviews
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Apr 2025

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Malta and Gozo Discovery

A wonderful, well-planned itinerary packed full of gems including visits to Ancient sites, the Citadel, ancient temples, museums, the harbour at Valetta, Mdina, boat...

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Mary

Apr 2025

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Highlights of Turkey

Many wonderful sights with an excellent guide, Alkan Really recommend this trip . Great value!

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Kathryn

Apr 2025

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Malta and Gozo Discovery

This is a really great trip if you love history. Malta is a fascinating place and the Explore tour covers most of it! Be prepared for sitting in Malta’s traffic for ...

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Apr 2025

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Central American Highlights

This trip was great. It covers a lot, so expect some long drives. Our guide Miguel did a great job, talking about each country with passion and helping out to solve ...

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