Everyone in the Explore office was knowledgeable and helpful - they went above and beyond to give details of the trip and discuss its suitability and logistics. And a great bonus - the phone was answered quickly without endless waiting.
I had been apprehensive about my ability to walk quite so far for the full 6 days, but it was perfectly paced and plenty of time for coffee and lunch stops. The scenery was varied and the villages delightful.
The highlight of the trip was having our guide, Spiros, who spoke great English, was passionate about his island and the trail, hugely knowledgable about the local flora and fauna, and on top of all that, funny and kind and intent on ensuring that everyone had a great time.
Outstanding leader.
The whole trip was brilliant thanks to Juanjo, he went above and beyond for everyone on the trip.
All members spoke positively about him and the team behind him.
I fully enjoyed the trip from all aspects .
GROUP TOUR & SAILING HOLIDAY: Join our enchanting journey through Croatia and Slovenia, discovering UNESCO heritage sites like Split's Historical Complex and the Old City of Dubrovnik. Traverse vibrant capitals - Zagreb in Croatia and Ljubljana in Slovenia, exploring natural wonders such as Lake Bled, Mljet National Park, and captivating islands like Hvar and Korčula. Cruise the Adriatic, and marvel at iconic landmarks like Plitvice Lakes. Experience the allure of Slovenia's picturesque Ljubljana before ending in Split.
On this Swiss journey, experience the stunning beauty and rich cultural heritage of Switzerland. Start your trip in Zurich, a vibrant city famous for world-renowned Swiss watches and chocolate. From Zurich, you will travel to Bern, the capital of Switzerland, take in breathtaking panoramic views and stroll through the city’s charming historic center. Continue your journey through picturesque alpine landscapes to Glacier 3000, where you will experience magnificent mountain vistas and visit the iconic Chillon Castle. Your next stop will be Geneva, where you will visit famous landmarks such as the Palace of Nations, the English Garden, and the Jet d’Eau. Afterward, travel to Lausanne, Gruyeres, known for its cheese and Fribourg, where you will discover beautiful old towns. Continue through the scenic Bern canton, visit the Aare Gorge and explore Interlaken before heading towards Lugano and Chiasso. The next part of the trip takes you to Bellinzona, famous for its medieval castles and Altdorf, the birthplace of William Tell. In Lucerne, explore the Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument and the stunning old town. Later, enjoy a visit to Einsiedeln, a renowned pilgrimage site and then head to Vaduz in Liechtenstein and Feldkirch in Austria, known for its medieval charm. The journey continues with a stop in St. Gallen, where you will explore its UNESCO-listed historic center and the famous abbey library. Your final stops include Constance, Stein am Rhein and the awe-inspiring Rhine Falls, before concluding with a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich, returning to Zurich to end your unforgettable Swiss tour.
This is a Solo Tour
You don't pay single supplement and get a room for yourself!
This is quite a challenging trek and the distances were slightly more than the trip notes. Plenty of steep ups and downs and poles definitely needed. Having said that the scenery is stunning and the trip balanced well. The hut accommodation is pretty comfortable and warm and more of a hostel really with outdoor loos. The huts also provide crocs so no real need to carry spare footwear if you want to save weight and space in your day rucksack.
Beautiful countries, wonderful people.
Please just allow more time for personal exploring and shopping! Our your director was excellent! The local tour guides were so knowledgeable and fun and our National tour guide in Morocco was a pleasant surprise. He helped to make sure our time in Morocco was flawless.
If you’re looking for unforgettable alpine views, rewarding hikes and a fantastic place to rest your head each night, you’ve come to the right place. Set out on an eight-day hiking adventure through the Alps where you’ll explore the white landscapes on foot each day before returning to your base in Chamonix. With cable car rides included on several days, you’ll spend more time exploring and less time tackling tiring climbs – and with an International Mountain Leader guiding the way, you can trust that you’re in safe hands.
Set off on a breathtaking cruise through the heart of Switzerland and experience unforgettable moments surrounded by astonishing natural scenery. Visit the island of Mainau—a beautiful, harmonious, and relaxing oasis.(2) Climb aboard the Glacier Express train and see the most beautiful regions in the Alps from a seat with a panoramic view.
Great itinerary with pace matched to our mixed group of eight. Views and culinary pit stops planned along the way. Fabulous guide in Spiros who was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna, humorous and passionate about the Corfu Trail and the local environment. Amazing first walking holiday experience
On this tour, you will enjoy the most beautiful sights of Azerbaijan and Georgia. We will start from Baku, continue with Shamakhi, Lahic, Qabala, Sheki, and Ganja in Azerbaijan, and pass the border to Georgia. In Georgia, we will visit Tbilisi, Sighnaghi the city of love, Gori, and Mtskheta. The tour will start in Azerbaijan and will finish in Georgia.
Please get your flight tickets accordingly. You will be provided with accommodation, a private car, a guide and driver, and entrance fees. We are also welcome to customize the tour according to your needs. Below you can see the itinerary of the tour package to Azerbaijan and Georgia.
This was my first Contiki trip and it is going to be the reason why I go on more in the future. Our tour guide was energetic, friendly, and so excited that everyone was there and just made every day an amazing time. Each day of the Active Alps was something new. I got to cross a lot of things off of my bucket list! If I got a chance to go back and do it again, I 100% would. It was the best week of my life.
Prepare to be amazed, arriving in Georgia and Armenia is like stepping through the looking glass into a completely unexpected travel destination; beautiful, welcoming and with a wild and intriguing history – add great food and wine, incredible UNESCO heritage sites and stunning scenery and you have the perfect mix for an incredible journey of discovery.
