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Temples, Tombs, Treasury - 14 days
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Amman, Cairo, Dead Sea, Hurghada, Luxor Temple, Petra, Pyramid of Giza, Shobak, Sphinx, Temple of Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Wadi Rum

Highlights

  • Petra - Discover this spectacular UNESCO-listed Nabataean city, which is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World
  • Cairo - Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza, explore the Necropolis of Saqqara and see King Tut's treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum
  • Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and take an optional tour of the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at night
  • Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings, see the towering Colossi of Memnon and explore the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
  • Dendera - Explore the beautifully preserved Temple of Hathor, with its exquisitely decorated ceiling
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Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Religious

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"Over all fantastic Excellent service, great prices, superb tours, brilliant customer service, highly recommended"

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Portugal Biking
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Ride from Monsaraz to Evora, where you'll be surrounded by vineyards
  • Explore Lisbon
  • Enjoy the perfumed air of the Alentejano countryside
  • Wine tasting at the impressive winery Monte dos Perdigoes

Themes

50 Plus, Cycling & Biking

What travelers are saying

"Butterfield and Robinson just planned and executed a great, great trip for us to the Amalfi coast. All the services and hotels were wonderful and the guides were great fun and and well informed. Many nice surprises along the way and an itinerary we would have had trouble putting together on our own was effortless. All guides were well trained the transportation and drivers were polite and on time. The recommended hotels were amazing. We loved every minute of our vacation."

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Treasures of Laos
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit a temple and learn how to make mak beng and pasaatpeung
  • Visit Wat Xieng Khuan, a collection of whimsical but compelling statues of Buddhist and Hindu gods.
  • See a gleaming golden stupa and Ho Pha Keo, the formal royal temple, featuring beautiful examples of Buddhist sculpture
  • Visit Tham Xang Cave, also called Elephant Cave,
  • Visit Ban Na Pia (War Spoon Village) and continue to Muang Khoun, an ancient capital and stronghold for the Xieng Khuang royal family
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Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Religious

What travelers are saying

"I took the most amazing tour across Portugal and Spain through Bestway Tours last year. It was a 10 day tour visiting historic cities across the countries and was blown away by level of service and convenience the team provided. I've learned so much through the knowledgeable tour guides and enjoyed lots of delicious local food. I cannot wait to take another Bestway Tour in the future!"

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  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
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A Taste of Tuscany Culinary Tour
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Testing mouthwatering recipes in friendly cucinas
  • Strolling through vineyards and sampling their wares
  • Seeing premium olives pressed into oil

Themes

Cultural, Culinary & Wine, Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Guides went out of their way to be helpful, fun and engaging. The itinerary included numerous fascinating cultural exchanges and experiences. Accommodations were lovely with lots of character and charm. Meals were delicious, too. Cuba faces many challenges but we returned home with great appreciation and respect for the courageous Cuban people and their rich culture."

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Discover the wild on Botswana Family Safaris
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Say hello to the family of hippos who have declared the ancient riverine forests surrounding Seba Camp their home
  • Search for leopards, lions, giraffes, and cheetah along the Savuti Channel, whose waters (once dry) returned in 2008, bringing with them an abundance of wildlife
  • Spy on elephants, hippos and sunbathing crocodiles from the safety of a wooden walkway snaking through your camp in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
  • Learn to decipher the difference between warthog, wildebeest, and wild dog footprints and scat on a guided walk through the bush
  • Take in the misty majesty of the mighty Victoria Falls, towering 350-feet tall and 5,600-feet wide
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Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Family Friendly, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Four of us recently traveled to Yellowstone in early September 2024. We were part of a small 10 guest group. Our guides, David Whaylad and Kathy Powell were extraordinary! They both exuded such a love and appreciation for the area that it was infectious. They guided us to areas that larger groups did not have access to and often times, they surprised us with "treats" after our adventure was done. I highly recommend Austin Adventures and look forward to another trip in the near future. Thank you Kathy & David!"

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Hiking Zagori & Meteora
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Hike through Vikos Gorge, one of the deepest canyons in the world
  • Explore the picturesque, untouched by time, stone – made villages of Zagori, wonder around their narrow cobbled streets and admire the traditional architecture
  • Cross historical arch stone bridges
  • Hike to the mythical alpine Dragon Lake at 2.100m!
  • Admire the panoramic views over Vikos Gorge and take beautiful photos from Beloi viewpoint (1.650m altitude)
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, Photography, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"Put this trip on your bucket list! Coasta and Danae were awesome Skipper, Guide, cook, you name it, they did it. If you like personal attention, these two will give you that. They are young, fun and professional. Beautiful boat, water, islands, and villages. My sister and I are in our 70’s, cousin 60 and the remaining passengers 50’s and 30’s. So good trip for all ages. You can’t beat the money value of this trip. It includes breakfast and most lunches. I would love to do this trip again."

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Alaska Salmon Run Adventure 20 Days ACHA20
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Denali National Park wildlife buses to Toklat River and Eielsen Visitor Center (2 days)
  • Maclaren Lodge/Wilderness Glacier camp
  • Boat and canoe trips Maclaren River
  • Hiking in Denali NP, Wrangell/St. Elias NP, Seward and Valdez
  • Full Day Kenai Fjords National Park wildlife cruise and calving glacier – Resurrection Bay Tour
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Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, National Parks

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"Wonderful 7 days southwest camping trip, very well organised. Awesome tour guide, going beyond his duties to get everybody happy. Highly recommended."

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Iceland Guided Hiking Tours
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Relaxing in hot springs under the midnight sun after a day of hiking
  • Hiking in out of this world landscapes past glaciers, waterfalls, steam vents, canyons, and lava fields
  • Seeing incredible vistas that can only be seen by hikers
  • Eating delicious food while on trail- a mix of American/continental and Icelandic cuisine
  • Additional activities can be arranged before/after the hiking tour

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I had no idea what to expect, but what I experienced was way over what I could even imagine! The landscaping was eye candy for the soul no matter where you looked. It was enjoyable even when driving between sites. Hotels were well appointed, employees accommodating . . . loved the horse park accommodations!!!! Glacier climb, kayaking in glacial bay, hiking along the coast, Diamond Beach, etc. were all exciting and beyond words."

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17 days to Egypt, Jordan and Israel was our first booking with Odynovo , and Susan, our Rep.There were 6 of us traveling. We had planned our way there and our way ou...

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Top Notch Private Tour of Israel, Egypt and Jordan

First time using Odynovo, and the experience was flawless. We traveled to Israel, Jordan and Egypt by private tour with 5-star hotels. It was an action-packed itiner...

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Top Notch Private Tour of Israel, Egypt and Jordan

First time using Odynovo, and the experience was flawless. We traveled to Israel, Jordan and Egypt by private tour with 5-star hotels. It was an action-packed itiner...

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