Journey from Istanbul to Yerevan on an extraordinary 30-day exploration with the "Premium Turkey & the Caucasus" tour. Suited for experienced travelers and seniors seeking cultural depth, this small-group tour reveals the rich tapestry of Turkey, Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.
Wander through Istanbul’s historic bazaars, marvel at the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, and traverse ancient Silk Road cities, each destination offering a unique blend of history, religion, and local traditions. Accommodations, transport, and meals are seamlessly managed, ensuring maximum comfort throughout your adventure.
The USP: this tour’s comprehensive itinerary, expertly guided and deeply immersive, brings together the highlights and hidden gems of four fascinating countries—making it the ultimate trip for lovers of culture, heritage, and discovery.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Yerevan, Konya, Cappad
Istanbul, Yerevan, Konya, Cappadocia, Baku, Sheki, Telavi, Canakkale, Tbilisi, Borjomi, Gudauri, Dilijan, Selçuk, Pamukkale, Kas, Antalya
Embrace the cultural, culinary and natural delights of Italy, Slovenia and Croatia on a 16-day Premium adventure. Travel through the rustic heart of Tuscany, explore the wonders of Venice’s Piazza San Marco and Pisa’s Leaning Tower and visit the home of a Nobleman in Rome with an expert local leader. Discover the waters of Lake Bled and the underground world of the Postojna Caves. Ride the cable car up Mt Vogel for views over Lake Bohinj and appreciate the caves and waterfalls in Plitvice Lakes National Park. Coloured by sunshine and flavoured with local wine, this pocket of Europe is a joy to explore.
Culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Split, Rome, Bled, Rovinj, Plitv
Split, Rome, Bled, Rovinj, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zadar, Chianti, San Gimignano, Florence, Venice
Fantastic trip. Well organized, with the perfect combination of support on the ground for bikes/bags, accommodation and maps, but enough freedom to go at our own pace, explore and do the trip independently.
Discover the many charms of the Shetland Islands on a small group adventure featuring dramatic coastlines, towering sea cliffs, wildlife and history. Stay in Lerwick – home to the Shetland Museum & Archives, a collection of exhibits that paint a colourful picture of medieval and modern times on the island. Scenic drives in a private minibus will take you to the rugged landscapes of Eshaness and Muckle Flugga – the most northerly inhabited point in the United Kingdom – where you can spot local wildlife like puffins, seals and otters. End your days in atmospheric pubs with friendly locals and experience the magic of the Northern Scottish Isles for yourself.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Visit Italy’s major highlights as you travel by rail on one of our exclusive Italy tours and packages. Your tour starts in Italy’s capital: Rome where you will get to see the incredible monumental heritage of the city and its ancient Roman architecture. Embrace the remarkable topography of the country while on a high-speed rail. In Florence you will get to see intact medieval walls at Monteriggioni and famous medieval towers at walled town San Gimignano. In Cinque Terre, you will have the opportunity to discover the area freely, as you will have a pass that give you access all over the village of Cinque Terre. Next stop would be Milan the city of Fashion and Arts, where you will discover the Last Supper of Leonardo Da Vinci, the famous Gothic Cathedral, La Scala Opera House or the other hidden treasures of Milan. From here you will be visiting Venice which would be your last stop on this wonderful trip. You will get to see Piazza San Marco with the Basilica and the Clock Tower, the Rialto Bridge, Campo Santa Maria Formosa and the Grand Canal or escape to the more tranquil side streets and small canals that criss–cross the city.
Train tours
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Enjoy an exclusive sightseeing experience on the Bosphorus from the private deck of your yacht on a 2-hour private cruise past some of Istanbul's most famous sites.
Board the yacht at the pier and soak up the atmosphere along the riviera cruising along both European & Asian shores. You'll enjoy spectacular views of Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Beylerbeyi Palce, Rumeli Fortress, Anadolu Fortress and the two Bosphorus Bridges as you cruise along the Bosphorus strait.
Admire the beautiful scenery with 360 degree views from the spacious upper fly-bridge, or enjoy relaxing in comfort on the sun deck or in the comfortable outdoor and indoor lounges.
During the cruise, sit back and unwind as you enjoy a cup of tea, coffee or water which are available on request (free of charge). Or enjoy sipping an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage or cocktail from our on-board bar (purchase required).
At the end of the cruise, you'll be dropped off at the pier for disembarkation.
With lyrical landscapes, lush fruit gardens, picturesque towns, and twists and turns on every corner, the route from Zurich to Lucerne is one of Switzerland’s treasures. So, if you’re ready to set out and explore one of the most beautiful countries in Europe, then this tour of Switzerland is for you! Your day will begin in Zurich, a captivating city boasting magnificent views of the snow-capped Alps, known for its lively nightlife scene and spectacular restaurants. From there you will drive to St. Gallen, and see Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall before you explore Davos, a holiday destination home to the largest ski station in Switzerland. Discover Lugano, a beautiful area that can be reached by a scenic train ride, and visit Zermatt, with a must-see stop in Monte Brè. Explore Tasch en route to Montreux and bask in the beauty of the Swiss scenery as you make your way to Gstaad, a famous destination for celebrities. Finally, you will spend some time in Lucerne, before you head back to Zurich, where your 10-day tour of Switzerland will come to an end. You will head home filled with truly fascinating memories!
Mountains
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Zurich, Basel, Lucerne, St Galle
Zurich, Basel, Lucerne, St Gallen, Davos, Lugano, Zermatt, Montreux, Gstaad
Great experience, comfortable e-bikes and the app worked well as a navigational guide. Some of the hills are pretty big, so the e-bike was an essential.
The small towns, villages and scenery were stunning,as were the Swiss culture, traditions & hospitality all the way along the ride.
The standard of accommodation was very good and we particularly loved Gruyeres, the scenery, town and experience was superb. The Glassbach waterfalls & the grand hotel for lunch looking out over Brienzsee was spectacular.
Dora our guide leader was amazing. Very calm and very organised.
The boat, Sans Sova, was very comfortable. The crew were very friendly and the meals delicious.
Walking from inn to inn was epic and it was really nice to end in Dublin. The logistics were seamless. My only criticism is that one of the days was spent walking through a large clear cut area, which was interesting but not especially beautiful.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Guest House
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Dublin, Rathdrum, Tinahely, Moyn
Dublin, Rathdrum, Tinahely, Moyne, Glenmalure, Glendalough, Enniskerry, Marlay Park
Spectacular natural beauty and fascinating cultural heritage go hand in hand in Slovenia and Croatia. This nine-day Premium journey will take you from the glittering canals of Venice to the beaming waters of Lake Bled and the underground world of the Postojna Caves. Ride the cable car up Mt Vogel for views over Lake Bohinj, and appreciate the caves and waterfalls abound in Plitvice Lakes National Park, an amazing UNESCO World Heritage site. Indulge in the epicurean delights like truffles, wine and Adriatic sunshine and let this part of the world enchant you on a small-group adventure.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Split, Venice, Bled, Rovinj, Pli
Split, Venice, Bled, Rovinj, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zadar
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Taste all the punchy flavours of incredibly diverse Georgia on an eight-day food adventure. Begin the journey among the charming facades of Tbilisi, where the snow-dusted peaks of the Caucasus are the backdrop for a culinary adventure. Get hands-on with cooking classes and kick back on included tastings, mingling with the locals and gaining an insight into Georgian culture along the way. Explore underrated sites like Narikala Fortress, Mtskheta (one of Georgia's oldest cities) and the Ananuri Fortress Complex (which must be seen to be believed). Spend the night with descendants of the original highland Chechens in Pankisi Valley and wander the lush grounds in the dense foothills of the mountains. On this foodie adventure, you’ll enjoy the region’s most iconic and celebrated dishes and wash it all down with a delicious array of Georgia’s famous local wines.
Food toursAdventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
An exquisite cycling holiday which fulfilled all the usual Explore essentials: plenty of variety both in cycling and other activities, beautiful accommodation throughout, rustic village hosts, great food/restaurant selections by the guide Paul, stunning scenery at every turn and plenty of ‘off the beaten track’. Paul has over 2 decades of experience in cycle guiding in Turkey, and it showed in his cycle guiding and knowledge of the language, culture and flora and fauna-I particularly enjoyed his linguistic insights and the visit to the local village mosque. Others in the group who were architecturally inclined enjoyed his love of history too. The bikes couldn’t have been better for the terrain and were very comfortable with plenty of gears. I tend to find Explore holiday bikes are usually not great quality, so this was a pleasant surprise. Turkey has far exceeded our expectations and this has been one of my best ever holidays. If you’re not afraid of a bit of hot weather and undulating terrain and want to get a glimpse into local Turkish life, then I highly recommend you book onto this trip! Thanks again Paul for the fantastic memories you’ve helped us make.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay
Age Range
16-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kas, Dalyan, Köyceğiz, Fethiye
Kas, Dalyan, Köyceğiz, Fethiye, Saklikent Gorge, Sütleğen, Patara Beach