This trip taught me so much about not only other cultures in this world and the history behind them, but about myself and the person that I can shape myself to be in this world. The people, experiences, and places that this trip offers is truly life changing in the best way possible. I had the most incredible experience and will be going on another trip as soon as I can.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Barcelona, Marrakech, Casablanca
Barcelona, Marrakech, Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Fes, Skoura, Merzouga, Madrid, Ait Ben Haddou, Taghazout, Essaouira, Granada, Seville, Lagos, Lisbon
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Discover the best of Cape Town and search for the Big Five on safari in Manyeleti Game Reserve on this nine-day tour of South Africa. Ride the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, visit Cape Point and sample local wines in the gorgeous Winelands. Then fly to Manyeleti Game Reserve in Greater Kruger for four nights at Mantobeni luxury tented camp, where you'll enjoy two game drives a day and incredible close encounters with elephants at the infinity pool!
Fly-In Safari from Diani to Amboseli in 2 days is a fully guided safari trip that promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Savannah.
Explore life in the grasslands as you take bush walks, camel rides and game drives. Spot the Big Five and other wildlife like gazelles, antelopes and flamingos residing in the area. Enjoy a scenic aerial view of the Savannah and Mount Kilimanjaro on an epic hot air balloon ride and visit the Maasai Mara village to discover their culture and way of life.
Note: Camel rides are subject to availability.
Please see the itinerary below for more details.
From the High Atlas Mountains to the deep Todra Gorge, the Sahara Desert, the Blue City of Chefchaouen, and the coastal town of Essaouira, this 14-day tour will take you to all corners of Morocco and show you the very best of what this kingdom has to offer.
After meeting the group in Casablanca, we begin our journey, making our first stop in the capital city of Rabat where we'll explore the Oudaia Kasbah, Royal Palace, and the Hassan Tower before moving on to Tetouan. Next is the Blue City of Chefchaouen in the North of Morocco, where we'll have the opportunity to explore the main square and Kasbah with its white-painted doors and blue walls.
Turning our direction south, our next stop is Fes, often considered to be one of the oldest and largest medieval cities in the world. With a 2-night stay here, you'll have plenty of time to explore this city and its maze-like Medina.
As our journey continues, we pass over the Moyen Atlas and spend a night in the mountainous town of Midelt, where we'll have time for a short hike in the surrounding hills and a visit to a local Berber family, where we'll experience a few hours in their way of life.
Be prepared for a change of scenery as our adventure takes us into the Sahara Desert. We'll take a camel trek through the sand dunes of the Erg Chebbi to our base for the night, a traditional Berber camp. You can choose to sleep within the tents or choose to sleep outside, beneath the star-speckled desert sky.
Next, you'll have time in the deep Todra Gorge, with the opportunity for a short hike through the canyon and Palmerie area, or even try some rock climbing. You'll then follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate and the Ksar of Ait Benhaddou, which you may find familiar as it has appeared in several movies, some of which were also partially filmed in the nearby Atlas Studios, which you'll also have the opportunity to visit.
The final leg of our journey firstly takes us to the coast, where we'll spend 2 nights in the laid-back town of Essaouira. While here, you can enjoy seafood, try your hand at kite surfing, or explore the UNESCO-listed Medina and former Portuguese fortifications. This comprehensive tour of Morocco ends in Marrakech, where an optional tour is available to explore this Imperial City, the fourth of which you will have visited on this tour.
For those passengers who find it easier to fly in and out of Marrakech, we also offer a 15-day version of this tour, starting 1 day earlier in Marrakech. Please see the optional extras for further details
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Soaking in history (and sunshine) in Porto & Sintra. Ticking off GoT filming locations in Seville. Feasting on traditional Iberian dishes. Before flying down south and trekking through the desert on a camel. You’ll do it all (and SO much more) on this 19-day ride of some of the most iconic destinations across Iberia & Morocco. To call it unforgettable will be an understatement.
Join Encounters Travel on an extraordinary journey through Egypt, timed to coincide with a rare total solar eclipse which we will view from Luxor, right in the heart of the path of totality. With over six minutes of totality, this is one of the longest solar eclipses of the century - and you'll witness it from one of the most awe-inspiring historic landscapes on Earth.
Enhancing this special trip will be Dr. Sarah Rugheimer, an internationally recognized astrophysicist from the University of Edinburgh. Who will conduct a lecture on the evening of day 2 whilst in Cairo. Her research focuses on detecting life on exoplanets through atmospheric biosignatures, and she is co-PI of the LIFE mission - designed to follow JWST as the next-generation space telescope.
Sarah earned her Ph.D. at Harvard and has held prestigious fellowships at Oxford and St. Andrews. She's also a passionate science communicator, with a TED Talk, "Searching for Microscopic Aliens" viewed over 1.7 million times and an Audible course on astrobiology – "Searching for Extraterrestrial Life".
The tour begins in Cairo, where you'll stay in the 5-star Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel and explore the nearby Great Pyramids and Sphinx, before learning more about the history of pyramid building at Dashour and Saqqara. We'll also tour the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum and enjoy a lecture about the science behind solar eclipses and what to expect and look out for on the day. A short flight then takes you to Luxor where you'll board the elegant Royal Signature 5-star Nile Cruise boat which will be home for the next seven nights.
While in Luxor, you'll explore the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple, Karnak and Luxor Temples and other sites with one of our resident Egyptologist guides. Then experience the solar eclipse at a specially chosen viewing site, with eclipse glasses included.
Then, sail south to Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan, visiting the Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam, with an optional trip to Abu Simbel. Enjoy a felucca sail before returning to Luxor and flying back to Cairo.
The tour concludes with a walking tour through Cairo's lively Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Optional Jordan extensions are also available to visit Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea and to experience the Perseid Meteor Shower
Let Morocco’s story wash over you: in the call of the muezzin, the calm of a desert breeze, the sweet fragrance of freshly poured mint tea. Led by your hand-picked Signature Guide, journey through a land of exquisite diversity, from the sun-warmed medina of Marrakech, through the golden ripples of the Sahara, to the serene heights of the mighty Atlas range. This is a tale of artistry, hospitality, quiet grandeur, and tradition, told by those who know it best.
Venture to the very heart of each destination on our Signature Collection, where every journey is shaped by our unrivalled local connections and insider expertise. Step beyond the ordinary with private invitations, rare encounters, and experiences few will ever share. So when someone says, “I’ve been there,” you’ll simply smile, knowing you’ve experienced it differently.
Signature Experiences: Explore Marrakech medina in vintage sidecars, unravelling the secrets of the old walled city with an insider’s view Cross the dunes by camel, before an expert leads you through a starlit sky, mapping the desert constellations Gather with village elders in the Atlas peaks to hear moving, first-hand accounts of resilience following the 2023 earthquake Join a shepherd on a guided walk through mountain villages for a special insight on daily life in the Atlas range
Signature Day: Experience our distinctive Signature Day, choosing between a Berber nomad encounter, private Gnawa music performance, or desert photography session
Signature Stay: Drift into stillness at an elegant Sahara camp, where silence, sand, and starlight set the rhythm of life
Signature Guide: Let your hand-picked Signature guide lead you to the country’s soul — sharing their home, heritage, and heart
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Ghana may be small on the map, but its history, culture, and natural beauty pack a serious punch. This eight-day adventure takes you from the coastal enclaves to lush forest reserves, blending powerful history with hands-on experiences. Walk the solemn grounds of Cape Coast Castle, once a departure point for enslaved Africans, and gain a deeper understanding of the country’s past. Then, shift gears and get creative with a Batik-making workshop led by local female artisans. Hike through Kakum National Park’s dense rainforest, soak up stunning coastal views, and meet the farmers of remote Ankasa Village for a taste of everyday life. This journey is a perfect mix of culture, nature, and connection — one that’ll stay with you long after you leave.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Accra, Elmina, Ankasa, Brenu Akyinim
Accra, Elmina, Ankasa, Brenu Akyinim
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Discover Ancient Egypt in all of its glory on this incredible 9-day group tour of Cairo, Alexandria and Luxor. Explore historic wonders and take in the spectacular sights of coastal Alexandria. See the magnificent Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx, uncover the treasures of Egypt at the Grand Egyptian Museum and gaze in awe at the Temple of Hatshepsut. Admire mighty Karnak Temple, visit Dendera and discover the tombs of the Valley of Kings.
Take your family on an adventure from the Sahara Desert to the beaches of the Atlantic coast visiting ancient Marrakech, Unesco listed Ait Benhaddou, the High Atlas mountains and a night under the stars in a Berber camp before a chance to relax in laid back Essaouira. This tour is designed for children aged 5 and over.
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Marrakech, Essaouira, Ait Benhad
Marrakech, Essaouira, Ait Benhaddou, Nkob, Erg Chebbi, Todra Gorges, Ouarzazate
Embark on a 3-day adventure combining the beauty of Lake Kivu and the wonders of Nyungwe National Park. Begin with a scenic drive to Lake Kivu, where you’ll enjoy a relaxing kayaking experience on its tranquil waters, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.
The next day, explore Nyungwe National Park, starting with a hike to the stunning Nyungwe Waterfall, followed by an exciting Colobus monkey trekking experience. On day three, trek into the lush forest to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat, and then take a thrilling canopy walk offering panoramic views of the park's dense rainforest.
This tour is perfect for wildlife lovers and nature enthusiasts seeking a blend of adventure, wildlife, and relaxation in Rwanda’s most scenic spots.
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR TOUR: Spend a cracking Christmas exploring the Atlas, snap up some bargains in the souks of Marrakech and ring in the New Year beachside in Essaouira, on Morocco's stunning Atlantic coast.
Discover the architectural marvel of Casablanca’s Hassan II Mosque, explore the lively Djemaa el Fna marketplace, and wander the rose-hued medina of Marrakech. Relax by the coast in Essaouira and conclude your Moroccan holiday with enchanting visits to Chefchaouen and Tangier.
I loved the itinerary! We saw so much in Namibia and Botswana. The wild camping was very memorable in the Okavango Delta. The lodge in Etosha National Park was special as we were walking distance to a waterhole and saw rhinos and leopards! We saw all of the Big 5 on the trip. The sand dunes were a highlight as well. I felt extremely safe as a solo female traveler on the trip. Everything was outstanding on the trip, and very well done. I also loved the group and sharing the experience with like-minded people.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Hut, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Windhoek, Maun, Swakopmund, Sesr
Windhoek, Maun, Swakopmund, Sesriem, Deadvlei, Okavango Delta, Guma Lagoon, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Etosha Village, Brandberg
