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• Explore the waterfalls, tea plantations and spice markets of South India’s Western Ghats – a jungle-clad mountain range older than the Himalayas and one of the most biodiverse regions in the world.
• Step back in time among the hills of the British ‘Snooty Ooty’ – home of snooker and the Nilgiri toy train.
• Search for elusive wildlife, including elephants, sloths and birds on a safari around one of the best places in India to observe nature up close – Periyar National Park.
• Experience a unique way of life with a family homestay and home-cooked meals in the idyllic backwaters of Kerala.
• Soak in India’s changing landscapes on a trip that uses rail travel. By choosing trains to get around, you’ll be giving yourself the best opportunity for local interaction, at a more relaxed pace.

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• An action-packed tour of Egypt including Cairo, the Valley of the Kings and a Nile cruise
• Discover some of the most remarkable archaeological sites in the world
• Set sail down the iconic Nile Rover in comfort, travelling from Aswan to Luxor

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• Trek through Uganda's steamy forests to seek out rare mountain gorillas and spend an unforgettable hour in their presence with the help of expert rangers and trackers.
• Head out on an early evening game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, which is particularly famous for its rhino population.
• Spend a few days at your own pace in Jinja, which can be a relaxing riverside retreat or an adrenaline-pumping adventure capital, depending on your mood.
• Look out for lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and more as an expert driver guide take you on a 4WD adventure through the incredible Masai Mara National Reserve for a full-day game drive.
• Meet the Maasai people known for their vibrant red dress and elaborate jewellery and gain an insight into the culture and ancient ways of this proud East African community.

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• Spend three nights camping near Yosemite National Park with two full days of exploration. With so many options on what to do, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
• Stroll through The Tunnel Tree, a sequoia so large the trail had to be cut through the centre of it during a hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias.
• Settle in and immerse yourself in the peace and quiet of your surroundings with nights spent camping under the stars.
• With a knowledgeable leader getting you from place to place, all you’ve got to worry about is snapping the best photo and getting the most out of your Californian road trip.
• Where better to end your adventure than in San Francisco, the eclectic, multicultural 'City by the Bay'. With the option to extend your visit a couple of days, you won’t be wanting to go home just yet.

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• Take in the highlights of five fascinating Central American countries in just two weeks
• Discover rich wildlife, rainforests and volcanoes
• Explore colourful colonial towns and sacred Mayan sites

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• Ride around the ancient ruins of Anuradhapura on a bike tour, cycling through the jungle to see the dagobas, palaces and pools of a city abandoned over 1000 years ago.
• Climb the rock fortress of UNESCO-listed Sigiriya to the ancient ruins that lie atop the 200-m-high summit and get panoramic views over the surrounding wilderness.
• Explore the divine city of Kandy, mingling with pilgrims at the Temple of the Tooth, touring a tea factory, and taking in the views of this lush lakefront town.
• Fall in love with Sri Lankan food and get to know locals during experiences like lunching with a Tamil tea worker and a home-cooking demonstration.
• Unwind on the sandy beaches of Mirissa, where the waters are clear and warm, and monkeys play in the swaying palms that line the shores.

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• Delve deeper into Cambodia, a country rarely explored beyond the iconic temples of Angkor
• Enjoy laid-back country towns, idyllic beaches and super-friendly and welcoming locals
• Cruise along jungle-lined rivers in search of birds and wildlife in the Cardamom Mountains

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• See Nepal's fantastic Himalaya scenery, ancient Buddhist sites and peaceful lakeside towns
• Chitwan NP jungle walk and jeep safari in search of one-horned rhinos, sloth bears and leopards
• Explore Kathmandu's bazaars and temples and visit the well-preserved medieval city of Bhaktapur