One of the best things Ive done as a solo traveller. Our tour guide Caro was the best and we had an unforgettable time! Cant wait to book another one soon!
This train tour across Italy allows you to explore some of the nation’s most prominent landmarks. It starts with Rome which is the foundation of Christian culture and Western civilization. When here, you can visit the Roman Colosseum, Navona Square, Trevi Fountain, St Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museum. The next stop of this journey is Florence, the capital city of Tuscany. Known for Michelangelo’s David sculpture and taking you through chapters of the renaissance period one by one, Florence is a paradise for people loving art and history. Up next is the City of Canals, Venice. Believed to be of the most romantic cities in the world, Venice also boasts of Doge’s Palace and San Marco Square. The fourth destination of this tour is Milan, Italy’s fashion capital. Apart from being captivated by the stylish Milan streets, you can also explore the Duomo, the Castello Sforzesco, and the famous Navigli canals. Fifth in the line is the place of dreams, Lake Como. Renowned for fabulous lakeside resorts, fine dining restaurants, and alluring beauty, this place will take your breath away! Post this, you will travel back to Milan, coming to the end of one of our Scenic tours of Italy.
This was an amazing trip made possible by extraordinary guides and drivers. We were met by the lovely Asmita who went to extra mile to prepare us for our trip, and to be sure we had all we needed. She could not be more charming and helpful. On day one, we were driven to the border, very expertly by Raju accompanied by Kersang. We needed an expert as the roads were very windy and not in good condition but it was exciting and we could take in the wonderful scenery and the interesting villages that we passed.
After we crossed, the border which took some time we were met by Tarkye our guide and Cedun our driver. Tarkye was a very mature calm guide, solicitous knowledgeable and very caring. Cedun our driver was also very considerate and helpful which we as a group needed as many of us had not fully anticipated the effects of the high altitude.
However, we were shepherded in an extraordinary manner through magnificent mountainous terrain, and lake filled scenery seeing yaks and other animals on the way. The monasteries were beautiful and Tarkye could answer any questions we had.
This unique and extraordinary trip delivered exactly what it promised. There was a great deal of driving which could be tiring but this was specified up front.
Overall, this was an amazing trip, but it was more physically demanding than anticipated because of the altitude and also being in a relatively small enclosed vehicle carrying 12 people with no space in between each person if one person gets sick it spreads through the group has happened for us. Nevertheless this tour is a once in a lifetime experience in a country as yet relatively undiscovered by western tourists.
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Three of us girlfriends decided it was time for an Italian cultural recharge, and we picked the rail tour to hit the highlights with ease.
We explored Rome and saw the Coloseum as we opted for an optional tour. Florence was also beautiful.
Venice was pure magic. Our shared gondola ride under the Bridge of Sighs (with just six in the gondola) felt cozy and unforgettable . We spent afternoons discovering boutique shops and colorful squares.
For us, this tour struck the perfect balance. Relaxed evenings with wine and laughter. The train travel was a breeze, everything was well-coordinated.
Our travel agent, Lucila, designed the best trip ever. Everything was just perfect—from the hotels to the wild experiences. We enjoyed the trip so much; every day felt like a dream. I look forward to organizing a new adventure around the world with Lucila.
Everything was just AMAZING!
Thank you, Lucila and team!
This 11-day trip through Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories along with Jordan is the perfect tour for people who want to combine visits to important historical and religious sites with some cultural and scenic experiences as well. The tour has time to explore the buzz of the city and beaches of Tel Aviv while also visiting Tiberias and touring Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Nazareth and many important religious and historical sites and monuments. The tour also includes a visit to Masada Fortress and the Dead Sea where you can bob on top of this remarkably salty Sea, the lowest place on Earth. The tour also visits the famous Sea of Galilee and enjoys a wine tasting experience in the hills of the Golan Heights.
Leaving Israel behind we cross the border into Jordan where we visit some of Jordan's tourist highlights including the Roman Ruins in Jerash, the 'lost city' of Petra, Biblical Mount Nebo and the famous mosaic map of the Holyland in Madaba.
Accommodation is on a 3-4 star basis with upgrades available to deluxe 4-star and 5-star hotels.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to continued unrest we have temporarily suspended this tour in Israel. Reservations are still being accepted for later travel dates. Should the situation continue, we will contact you approximately 8 weeks prior to departure to discuss new dates/cancellation options (though you can be assured of a full refund if we are unable to operate the tour).
Fantastic Beyond BA used Ruta 40 as a starting point then tailored it to meet our specific needs Nothing was ever too much trouble always super-responsive.
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Age Range
25-79 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
El Calafate, Ushuaia, Torres del
El Calafate, Ushuaia, Torres del Paine National Park, El Chalten, Patagonia, Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas, Tierra Del Fuego, Tierra Del Fuego National Park, El Chaltén, Perito Moreno Glacier, Puerto Natales, Torres Del Paine
It was very well organised with seemless check-in and a beautiful view of the mountains. Throughout the flight the crew gave great info on the different peaks & kept us updated.
We had a great time on our tour in China. The guides and drivers were very kind and professional, and the guides spoke excellent English. This was our first time using this agent, Jasmine was excellent to work with. She provided great communication and was very responsive to questions I asked. The whole tour was well organised. I would recommend both AOT and Jasmine to any one looking to book a tour through them.
