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From Machu Picchu to the Rhine, Italy to Everest —we bring the world’s best experiences to you.

Still undecided on what to do this summer? We have a handful of spaces on this 8-Day Escorted Tour departing 28 August 2...
09/06/2026

Still undecided on what to do this summer? We have a handful of spaces on this 8-Day Escorted Tour departing 28 August 2026 from £1699pp

Southern Italy is one of Europe’s most captivating destinations, combining spectacular coastal scenery, fascinating history, charming towns and exceptional cuisine. This carefully planned escorted tour takes you to some of the region’s most iconic locations, from the ancient ruins of Pompeii to the glamour of Capri and the breathtaking Amalfi Coast.

Flights Included From

✈️ East Midlands
✈️ Manchester
✈️ Gatwick
✈️ Heathrow

Your Holiday Includes

• 7 nights in a selection of 3★ and 4★ accommodation
• Return flights and overseas transfers
• 6 included excursions and experiences
• Breakfast and dinner throughout the tour
• Checked luggage included
• Services of an experienced Tour Manager
• All applicable taxes and charges included
• Small group touring with a maximum of 36 guests on Classic tours

Please note: Hotel Michelangelo operates on a bed and breakfast basis.

Tour Highlights

• Discover the beautiful island of Capri, renowned for its dramatic coastline, crystal-clear waters and elegant atmosphere.

• Explore the remarkable archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, where history has been preserved for almost 2,000 years following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

• Enjoy time in the charming town of Sorrento, famous for its lemon groves, stunning sea views and welcoming Italian hospitality.

• Travel along the world-famous Amalfi Coast, taking in some of Italy’s most spectacular scenery, picturesque villages and panoramic viewpoints.

• Visit the beautiful Rufolo Gardens in Ravello, offering stunning views across the Mediterranean coastline.

• Experience authentic Italian hospitality with a traditional farm lunch in the scenic Sorrento countryside.

Whether you’re drawn by ancient history, stunning coastal landscapes or authentic Italian culture, this tour showcases the very best of Southern Italy in one unforgettable holiday.

📩 Contact us for more information or to secure your place.

🏯✨ Classic China Small Group Signature Tour – Book Early & Save 10% on all 2027 & 2028 tours ✨🏯Ready for a once‑in‑a‑lif...
05/06/2026

🏯✨ Classic China Small Group Signature Tour – Book Early & Save 10% on all 2027 & 2028 tours ✨🏯

Ready for a once‑in‑a‑lifetime adventure? This 14‑day escorted journey through China is packed with iconic sights, rich culture and unforgettable experiences, all in the comfort of a small group (average just 22 guests).

✅ Return flights from Heathrow or Manchester & transfers
✅ Four‑star hand‑picked hotels
✅ Daily breakfast, 7 lunches & 2 dinners
✅ 15 fantastic included experiences
✅ Expert Tour Manager throughout

Highlights include:
🏯 Walking on the legendary Great Wall of China
🛕 Visiting the Terracotta Army & Forbidden City
🚆 High‑speed train journeys to Chengdu & Xi’an
🐼 Meeting the pandas at Chengdu Research Centre
🥢 Signature Peking Duck dinner in Shanghai

💷 Lowest “from” prices by month:
2027 departures (Heathrow):
• March from £3,759 per person
• May from £3,799 per person
• August from £4,229 per person
• September from £3,799 per person
• October from £3,689 per person

2028 departures (Heathrow or Manchester):
• March from £3,599 per person
• April from £4,099 per person
• May from £3,829 per person
• September from £3,819 per person
• October from £3,819 per person

Based on 2 adults sharing. Solo traveller from £4,328. All local taxes included.

If China is on your wish list, this is such a fabulous way to see it all in comfort and style.
Message us for full details, current availability and to secure your place.

Dean has done this very tour and would be happy to chat to any of you who might be interested.

What an amazing few days it’s been in Austria!On day 2 we hopped on the bus from Zell am See out to the Sigmund Thun Kla...
03/06/2026

What an amazing few days it’s been in Austria!
On day 2 we hopped on the bus from Zell am See out to the Sigmund Thun Klamm gorge and it completely blew us away. Walking along the wooden walkways with the water thundering beneath us was incredible, then we wandered around the peaceful Klammsee lake above. All of this was covered by the local summer card, which was a brilliant bonus.

From there we took three cable cars up to 3,029 metres on the Kitzsteinhorn. It was chilly and a bit cloudy at the top, but still so special to be up in the high mountains (with a quick game of frisbee in the snow for good measure!), then finished the day with a fun ride on the Maisi Flitzer roller coaster in Kaprun.

Day 3 was another highlight, taking the cable car right next to our hotel up to the top of the Schmittenhöhe. The panoramic ridge walk up there has the most incredible views over the lake and surrounding peaks. There may have been a bit of “Sound of Music” twirling and some very competitive frisbee golf along the way!

After a quick lunch back at the hotel we headed into the village to look around a couple of hotels for future ski and summer holidays, then wrapped up the day with a drink overlooking the lake, dinner in the village and the Zell am See light show. Another brilliant, busy day in this beautiful corner of Austria.
If Austria’s lakes and mountains are calling you too, we’d love to help you plan a trip.

🏔️ Signature Small Group Tour: India & Nepal - From £4,079pp!NEW TOUR! - 🇮🇳 SAVE 10% on EVERY 2027 departure 🇮🇳 Feel...
02/06/2026

🏔️ Signature Small Group Tour: India & Nepal - From £4,079pp!

NEW TOUR! - 🇮🇳 SAVE 10% on EVERY 2027 departure 🇮🇳

Feel the intense energy of India and the serene beauty of Nepal on an unforgettable 13-night journey through breathtaking landscapes, iconic landmarks and vibrant cultures!

🧭 What's Included 🕌
• 13 nights in hand-picked 4 & 5-star hotels
• Return flights and and transfers
• 19 included experiences
• Daily breakfast, 4 lunches & 7 dinners
• Checked luggage included
•Expert Tour Manager throughout

🌏 Tour Highlights 🌏
• Experience the enchanting Ganga Aarti ceremony on the banks of the sacred Ganges River
• Watch the sun rise over the magnificent Annapurna Mountains from Sarangkot Hill
• Explore the legendary capitals of Delhi and Kathmandu
• Visit India's most iconic landmarks, including the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
• Enjoy a safari in Chitwan National Park, home to the rare one-horned Asiatic rhinoceros
• Learn about local wildlife conservation and crocodile protection projects
• Cruise along the sacred River Ganges
• Meet a local Sherpa and hear fascinating stories of life trekking through the Himalayas
• Marvel at Nepal's spectacular mountain scenery
• Enjoy a scenic boat ride across the beautiful waters of Lake Phewa
• Visit the Gurkha Museum and hear insights from a retired Gurkha
• Capture unforgettable memories across two of Asia's most captivating destinations

📅 Availability ✈️Flights from London Heathrow 🧳

• 12 Oct 2026 – £4,829pp
• 26 Oct 2026 – £4,829pp
• 23 Nov 2026 – £4,309pp
• 25 Jan 2027 – From £4,149pp
• 15 Feb 2027 – From £4,149pp
• 15 Mar 2027 – From £4,149pp
• 20 Sep 2027 – From £4,079pp
• 18 Oct 2027 – From £4,179pp
• 15 Nov 2027 – From £4,179pp
• 26 Jan 2028 – £4,139pp
• 23 Feb 2028 – £4,209pp
• 13 Mar 2028 – £4,209pp
• 20 Oct 2028 – £4,229pp
• 03 Nov 2028 – £4,229pp
• 22 Nov 2028 – £4,229pp

☎️ Based on 2 adults sharing
All local taxes included.

Contact us for your personalised quote.

[email protected]

Experience the very best of Northern Italy on this unforgettable journey. From the stunning shores of Lake Garda to the ...
01/06/2026

Experience the very best of Northern Italy on this unforgettable journey. From the stunning shores of Lake Garda to the iconic canals of Venice and the romantic city of Verona, this is Italy at its most beautiful.

❤️ What’s Included?

✔️ 8-day fully escorted tour
✔️ Return flights and airport transfers
✔️ 4★ accommodation with breakfast (half-board available)
✔️ 5 included guided experiences
✔️ Expert Tour Manager throughout
✔️ Small group touring with a maximum of 36 guests

❤️ Tour Highlights

✔️ Explore enchanting Venice with a guided tour – choose between Classic Venice or Undiscovered Venice
✔️ Visit romantic Verona, the setting of Romeo & Juliet
✔️ Enjoy time on the beautiful shores of Lake Garda, including a guided tour of charming lakeside towns and a free day to explore at your own pace
✔️ Journey through the spectacular Dolomites on a scenic excursion
✔️ Visit a local vineyard for a cellar tour and wine tasting

📅 2027 Departures Available

✔️ April departures from £1,179pp
✔️ May departures from £1,269pp
✔️ June departures from £1,419pp
✔️ July departures from £1,439pp
✔️ August departures from £1,549pp
✔️ September departures from £1,369pp
✔️ October departures from £1,349pp

💷 Prices are based on two adults sharing.
👤 Solo traveller prices also available.

If Northern Italy is on your wish list, send us a message for full details

This weekend Karen is in Zell am See on a walking adventure. Absolutely brilliant 24 hours in Zell am See with inghams.w...
31/05/2026

This weekend Karen is in Zell am See on a walking adventure. Absolutely brilliant 24 hours in Zell am See with inghams.walking, it’s been jam-packed so far.

We were up early and headed down into the village to join the welcome walk with Alex, who told us all about the bus service, cable cars and local walks, and pointed out some great places of interest. It’s a really pretty town on the lake and the weather was kind. The scenery is picture perfect, with stunning views in every direction.

Next, we enjoyed a 45-minute cruise around the lake before lunch at villa_crazy_daisy (which was fab). Once we’d fuelled up, we set off on a 7-mile flat walk around the lake. It started off brilliantly but about three-quarters of the way round the heavens opened and the thunder started. We carried on to the bus station to use our complimentary summer card for the bus back up the hill to the village.
A long but fabulous day exploring this beautiful area. I’m in love!

If Zell am See is calling your name too, get in touch and we can help you plan your own lakes-and-mountains escape.

🍷 Gastronomy of the Seine River Cruise 🇫🇷🩵 Deal of the Week - Save up to £400 per person From just £1,799 pp 🩵Discover t...
28/05/2026

🍷 Gastronomy of the Seine River Cruise 🇫🇷

🩵 Deal of the Week - Save up to £400 per person From just £1,799 pp 🩵

Discover the flavours of Normandy on a stunning Seine river cruise, blending rich history, beautiful scenery, and unforgettable food & drink experiences

🌟 What’s included:

• Free all-inclusive drinks package

• 7 nights on board a five-star ship

• Return flights & transfers OR 🚄 Eurostar & transfers

• 13 included experiences

• Full board (except one lunch)

• Complimentary tea & coffee

• Free Wi-FI

• Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Host

• 20kg+ checked luggage

🌟 Highlights you’ll love:

• Walk through history at the D-Day beaches & Arromanches

• Visit Monet’s house & iconic water lily gardens

• Taste local cider at a traditional Normandy farm

• Explore Rouen & Honfleur + enjoy authentic crêpes

• Choose between a Paris panoramic tour or Latin Quarter walk with macarons

• Interactive cheese & cider tasting at Bizy Castle

📍 2nd October 2026

🛫 Fly from Manchester, Leeds Bradford, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Bristol, Dublin, Birmingham, Heathrow or Gatwick

🚄 Or travel by rail from St Pancras

💰 Prices (per person):

• Lower Deck: Was £2,199 Now £1,799

• Middle Deck: Was £2,799 Now £2,399

• Upper Deck: Was £3,049 Now £2,649

Subject to avaliability. Based on 2 adults sharing. Book by 03/06/2026.

⭐️5 Reasons to choose a small group tour⭐️1. More personal, less crowded.Travel with a smaller group so you are not jus...
27/05/2026

⭐️5 Reasons to choose a small group tour⭐️

1. More personal, less crowded.
Travel with a smaller group so you are not just ‘one of many’. Your guide can actually get to know you, and you are never lost in a crowd.

2. Authentic experiences.
Smaller groups can slip into local restaurants, markets and neighbourhoods that big parties simply cannot. Think “more hidden gems”, fewer tourist traps.

3. Built in confidence and support.
Everything important is taken care of: accommodation, key journeys, must see sights. Perfect if you like the idea of exploring, but not the stress of planning.

4. Social, not overwhelming.
Enjoy ready-made travel companions without huge coach loads of people. Ideal for solo travellers, couples and friends.

5. Time to do your own thing.
Good small group tours include free time. Wander, shop, linger in a cafe or simply relax by the pool, you decide how you use those hours.

Thinking about a small group tour for your next adventure? We can help you find one that fits your pace, budget and style perfectly.

Send us an email to get started.
[email protected]

Is South Korea on your bucket list? Stu from G-Adventures is currently on one of their fantastic tours and shared what h...
27/05/2026

Is South Korea on your bucket list?

Stu from G-Adventures is currently on one of their fantastic tours and shared what he’s experienced on his 3rd day

High speed train to Gyeongju-si then an overnight Temple stay, watching a monk martial arts performance, daily prayer ritual and a temple style dinner.

He is currently in South Korea this week experiencing the Best of South Korea* tour (8 days Seoul to Seoul, Classic style)

Would you stay overnight in a temple?

Hands up… who’s watched Yellowstone 🙋‍♂️If you loved the scenery, wildlife and those huge open landscapes, we couldn’t n...
22/05/2026

Hands up… who’s watched Yellowstone 🙋‍♂️

If you loved the scenery, wildlife and those huge open landscapes, we couldn’t not share this incredible USA touring holiday…

Touring offer of the Week

14 Day Iconic National Parks of America1st September 2026Flying from Heathrow

Save £500pp with prices now from £4,249pp was £4,749pp

Limited availability already on this one.

What’s included?

✔ 12 nights in hand-picked 3 & 4 star hotels✔ 14 experiences included throughout the tour✔ Return flights & transfers✔ 10 breakfasts✔ Expert Tour Manager✔ 20kg luggage included✔ Free Wi Fi

Some of the highlights…

🏞 Yellowstone National Park with its famous geysers, hot springs and incredible scenery

🏜 Bryce Canyon, Arches National Park and the stunning red rock landscapes of the Valley of Fire

🦌 Grand Teton and Canyonlands with amazing wildlife and unforgettable views

🪶 Visits to Navajo and Hualapai reservations for a real cultural insight

Plus iconic stops including Las Vegas, Grand Canyon West, Antelope Canyon, Hoover Dam and the Great Salt Lake.

This really is one of those bucket list style tours.

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