Best Tour Companies Small Group Tours & Trips

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• Join experts from conservation group Rewilding Apennines to see their crucial work in action
• Combine hiking and wildlife tracking with walks in the Abruzzo mountains
• Visit bear corridors to see how they have dramatically reduced animal-human conflict
• Rise before the sun to track wolves and other wildlife in the valley
• Stargaze and feast on local cuisine during our stay in a remote mountain refuge

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• Roam the Amazon Jungle by boat at night (with an expert local) and float down the river, keeping an eye out for the glaring eyes of jaguars, anacondas and caimans.
• Spend the night under the stars in a traditional island village – the floating islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca look like they could be straight out of a Pixar or Studio Ghibli movie!
• Whether you trek the Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the scenic train route, you'll be travelling responsibly with a company that cares about balancing profit and purpose. Intrepid is the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail and we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all.
• Head to a local community and rub shoulders with the inhabitants of the Sacred Valley – if you’re lucky, your travel day might even fall on market day where you can pick up some hand-painted beads or a warm poncho.
• Explore in your own time, at your own pace. This trip gives you heaps of free time to explore Cusco’s history, lounge in the Amazon Jungle at your eco-lodge, wind your way through the streets of the Sacred Valley and hang out with homestay hosts on Lake Titicaca.

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• Marvel at the highlights of Barcelona
• Enjoy picturesque views from the Sant Pere church in Pals
• Sip the local produce at Finca Bell Lloc, an idyllic vineyard and winery
• Spot wildlife in the vital animal habitat of Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park
• Visit Salvador Dali's quirky summer house

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• Perfect your samba steps at a local club and learn how to blend in with the Carioca crowds, a great introduction for your first night in this pulsating city.
• Witness a parade of elaborate floats and costumes as samba dancers show off their moves in the Sambadrome – a party that stretches well into the early hours.
• Leave the guidebook at home and get to know the rhythms of Rio on a city tour of the top sites. See Christ the Redeemer up close and soak up sweet views from the top of Sugarloaf Mountain.
• Be a part of the biggest stage in the world – don a costume and take part in the parade – dancing your way down the Sambadrome runway, a truly once in a lifetime experience.
• Experience the best of Carnival under the safe and knowledgeable guidance of your expert leader. They’re on hand to make sure you have a hassle-free, fun-filled adventure!

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• Kayak around limestone karsts and explore the secluded lagoons and caves of Lan Ha Bay – the lesser visited but just as beautiful sister of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay.
• Hike through the picturesque valleys surrounding Sapa and visit local communities on a full-day active adventure – the best way to get to know a place is on two feet, after all!
• Cycle out to Mai Chau and on through the world-renowned karst landscapes to Ninh Binh. This area is known for its lush valleys and natural beauty.
• Explore Hanoi with ample free time to indulge in street food, get to know the locals at streetside eateries and hunt down one of the famed Vietnamese iced coffees.
• Spend some time in homestays, relaxing after full day cycling and hiking trips with traditional home-cooked meals and time to soak up the sunset form a hammock – this is the best chance to get to know the locals!

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• Artists' villages, beautiful sandy beaches, craggy coves and rocky bays
• An abundance of nature: giant bamboo, cork oaks, olives and vines
• Rich in cultural history: ruined castles, hilltop fortresses, cathedrals and battlefields
• Lovely contrasting hotels including a converted mill in a large gardens
• Spectacular coastal views across to the Illes Medes

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• Fantastic combination of scenic walking and visits
• Beaches, estuaries, picturesque seaside towns and villages, castles, gardens and points of interest
• Padstow, Charlestown, Lanhydrock, Fowey, Mevagissey, The Lost Gardens of Heligan

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• Norway's fjords feature some of the most stunning scenery on Earth. Cruise past waterfalls and snow-capped peaks through the narrow Naeroyfjord.
• Follow your local guide along the narrow, winding roads through genuine villages, past the typical red painted cottages and explore unique sights around Siljan lake rural settlements. You'll even get a chance to meet and mingle with the locals living in these villages.
• Take a ferry to Vrango Island, a stunning fishing town in the Gothenburg Archipelago, and discover this rocky nature haven by kayak (summer months only).
• Join a local guide and cafe-hop your way around Alingsas, a town known as the Capital of Fika (Swedish cafe and food culture). Learn of the local love affair with coffee, discover the story behind the cafe culture and, of course, treat your tastebuds to sweet Swedish delicacies.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.