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Discover Madrid and the Mediterranean on this 9-day tour through Spain, taking in the Roman ruins of Merida and the highlights of Seville, including Plaza de España and the Santa Cruz district. In Cordoba, visit the iconic Mosque-Cathedral before continuing to Ronda and the Costa del Sol. Explore Granada’s Alhambra, then travel via Guadix to coastal Valencia. End in Barcelona with a city tour of Montjuïc and the Gothic Quarter, with free time in both Barcelona and Zaragoza before returning to Madrid.
PARTIALLY GUIDED TOUR: Experience ancient Greece and the Western Balkans on this 9-day tour, beginning in Athens with visits to the Acropolis and Delphi, followed by the monasteries of Meteora and the cultural richness of Thessaloniki. Journey through Bulgaria to explore Rila Monastery and Sofia’s landmarks, then continue to Skopje and Matka Canyon in North Macedonia, and the Ottoman heritage of Prizren in Kosovo. Travel through Tirana and the coastal town of Kotor in Montenegro before the journey concludes in Dubrovnik.
Embark on an exceptional 10-day tour that invites you to explore Athens and three renowned Greek islands: Mykonos, Santorini, and Crete. Your journey begins in the Greek capital, where you'll have the chance to witness the remnants of ancient Greek civilization with an included half-day city tour. Your island-hopping adventure begins in Mykonos, in the heart of the Cyclades. Discover the best of Santorini and explore Crete with your own rental car before taking an included flight back to Athens.
PARTIALLY GUIDED TOUR: Begin your 9-day Balkan group trip with a sightseeing tour in Athens, where you'll visit the iconic Acropolis, a magnificent landmark at the heart of the capital, along with its accompanying museum. Venture to Delphi and Meteora, celebrated for their stunning monasteries and archaeological wonders. Proceed to Sofia and Thessaloniki, where you can delve into their rich histories. End your trip in Bucharest, with a Transylvania day trip taking in Bran (Dracula) Castle, Brasov, and Peles Castle.
Explore south Ireland, starting in Dublin on this 6-day escorted group tour where you'll explore the historic Glendalough Monastery nestled in a picturesque glacial valley. Discover the intrigue of medieval Kilkenny Castle before heading to the enchanting Blarney Castle to kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Delight in the stunning natural beauty of Killarney and Dingle, with excursions along the dramatic Slea Head Drive and a unique stop at the Gap of Dunloe. End your adventure with the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher and the vibrant cultural scene of Galway, before heading back to Dublin.
Unravel the mysteries of ancient Anatolia on the Laodicea and Aphrodisias Private Tour, a full-day experience tailored for history lovers and cultural explorers. Begin with a comfortable hotel pick-up in Kusadasi and travel to Laodicea, famed as a major trade hub and one of the Seven Churches of Revelation. Explore grand theaters, baths, and colonnaded streets before savoring a lunch of local Turkish cuisine (not included).
Continue to Aphrodisias, where remarkably preserved temples and sculptures dedicated to Aphrodite await. With personalized guidance throughout, this tour stands out for its in-depth exploration of two significant archaeological sites in one day, ensuring a memorable and enriching journey through Turkey’s ancient past.
Explore Seville, Costa del Sol and Granada on this 6-day tour from Lisbon to Madrid, passing through Spain’s most iconic cities. Discover the charm of Seville with visits to María Luisa Park, Plaza de España and the Santa Cruz quarter, and enjoy a guided tour of Córdoba’s historic centre and the impressive Mosque-Cathedral. Continue through the picturesque White Villages to Ronda, then relax along the Costa del Sol. In Granada, take in the stunning Alhambra and Generalife gardens, and end the journey with a visit to the historic city of Toledo before arriving in Madrid.
Walk in the footsteps of Bavaria's eccentric King Ludwig to Neuschwanstein Castle. Also known as the Koenig Ludwig Weg or King Ludwig’s Way. The eccentric Ludwig II succeeded to the throne of the then independent kingdom of Bavaria in 1864, as a youth of 18. On 13 June 1886 he and his physician Dr Godden were found dead in the water of the Starnbergersee (Lake Starnberg); the question still remains - Did Ludwig fall or was he pushed? He was a strong swimmer and a post-mortem established that he did not drown. But no one has succeeded in unraveling the mystery. The Koenig Ludwig Weg starts at the Votivkapelle (shrine), which marks the actual spot on the lakeshore ( near the hamlet of Berg) where the bodies were found. The route ends 60 miles away near Ludwig's own fairy tale castle at Neuschwanstein. This walk, which is one of the favourite longer walks in Germany, links places particularly dear to King Ludwig who was himself a keen walker. It is not a mountain walk and much of the route is on farm tracks and country lanes, but the surroundings are delightful, with a host of splendid buildings to admire in magnificent settings and plentiful opportunities to stop for refreshments! The plains surrounding Munich give way to gentle rolling hills that become ever higher as one approaches the great wall of limestone that marks the start of the Alps proper. The route passes two of Bavaria's most scenic lakes and through charming villages of geranium bedecked chalets with typical onion shaped church spires. There are masterpieces of baroque architecture, the Andechs monastery, the wonderful cathedral of Diessen on the Ammersee Lake; the monasteries of Wessobrunn and Rottenbuch, as well as the Wies or 'Meadow' church are on the route. The highest point (988m) on the walk is the summit of Hohenpeissenberg hill, considered by many to be the finest viewpoint in Bavaria. We end our tour at King Ludwig II’s most famous architectural masterpiece- the castle Neuschwanstein and at the nearby castle Hohenschwangau, both in Allgau on the Austrian border, where Ludwig spent most of his childhood. To celebrate the 150th anniversary of King Ludwig II (in 1995), the route was extended to begin at the Votivkapelle in Berg. It is a popular walk so early booking is recommended.
Set off from the Portuguese capital of Lisbon to discover the highlights of Andalucia in Spain and northern Morocco on this 10-day escorted coach tour. In Spain, discover Seville's Plaza de Armas, Granada's Alhambra and Cordoba's iconic Mosque-Cathedral. Spend two nights on the Costa del Sol, explore Toledo, Ronda and Merida. And in Morocco, tour the capital, Rabat and ancient Fes, enjoy free time in Chefchaouen and spend a night in the coastal city of Tangier.
Experience superb walking through the spectacular Irish countryside near Dublin. The Wicklow Way is Ireland's oldest waymarked trail, pioneered by a famous hill walker, J.B Malone over 40 years ago and reveals some of Irelands finest views. Think Powerscourt Waterfall, Luggala, Loch Dan, Glenmalure Valley and historical Glendalough. The trail extends from Marlay Park in Dublin to Clonegal on the borders of Wicklow and Carlow covering a distance of approx 127 kilometres (79 miles). This 9-day trip covers the full Wicklow Way. The advantage of walking south to north means you will finish your walk in Dublin. For those a little shorter on time, there is a 7-day option that starts in Tinahely and takes you to Dublin.
The way winds through the Wicklow Mountains, one of Ireland's most spectacular upland areas. The Wicklow Way explores unspoilt trails, remote scenery, lakes, glacial valleys, forests and gentle farmland. Starting in southwest County Wicklow, the route passes through rural communities, old market towns and grand estates on its way to the bright lights of Dublin. Hiking near Dublin means a straightforward connection to the start of your trip, which is the small typical 'one street' village of Clonegal. An apt starting place for this walk into the remote and beautiful Wicklow Mountains. It is a route that remains mainly in the countryside making the short detours necessary to find a comfortable bed for the night.
A couple of fairly long but gentle days introduce you to the Newry Forest and over high points of Moylisha and Stookeen Hill to the 17th century village of Shillelagh and then on to the beautiful village of Tinahely. Quiet roads, forest trails and open mountainsides, with views back towards Clonegal and across the neighbouring counties of Carlow and Wexford, lead to Moyne and on to the most dramatic stages of the walk. A magnificent day's walk includes the spectacular Ow valley that passes below Wicklow's highest mountain, Lugnaquilla (925m), and along the 16km long glaciated Glenmalure Valley. This walk ends at the scattering of houses and splendid inn that make up Glenmalure hamlet. If climbing out of the Glenmalure Valley doesn't literally take your breath away then the fantastic views and the Glenmalure Waterfall probably will. Cross Mullacor Mountain and walk into Glendalough, 'the valley of two lakes' and site of a monastic settlement (from the 6th to the 13th century) for a little sightseeing. A short vehicle transfer gets you on the road to Oldbridge near Roundwood, which claims to be Ireland's highest village. The Penultimate day's walk is to the charming area around the village of Enniskerry. It is a mini classic with views of Lough Dan and Lough Tay. At the head of the valley is the Guinness family estate and later in the day enjoy views of Powerscourt Waterfall, the longest in the country. The last walk goes over Prince William's Seat for views across the city of Dublin, now in striking distance for some afternoon sightseeing and a lively evening in the city centre or one of its many fine restaurants.
