Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Upscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.
Uncover the flavors and history of Cappadocia on this full-day tour. You'll start with a visit to Nevsehir Castle to explore its rock settlements before touring two of the region's oldest wineries. The tour includes a tasting of six regional wines in a unique rock-carved tasting house, a delicious local lunch, and a visit to the scenic Love Valley panoramic point. This is the perfect experience for wine lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
Duration: 10 am to 5 pm.
Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Cappadocia's treasures! We kick off our day at Nevsehir Castle, exploring the ancient rock hillside settlements steeped in history. Our next stop unveils the essence of time as we tour the two oldest winery outlets in the region.
Immerse yourself in a sensory delight at the rock-carved tasting house within the Wine Factories, indulging in a selection of six tantalizing regional wines. For lunch, we delight in local cuisine at a charming restaurant, harmonizing our meal with the exquisite flavours of Cappadocian wines.
The adventure continues with a visit to the picturesque Love Valley panoramic point, offering breathtaking views. To wrap up our expedition, we conclude at the vineyard, the very source behind the production of the exceptional wines that have delighted our senses throughout the day.
Experience the authentic flavors of Turkey with this traditional cooking class. Held in a village house, you'll learn to prepare a delicious three-course meal using the classic Tandir method. This immersive evening concludes with you savoring the dishes you helped create, offering a true taste of Turkish culinary traditions.
Duration: 17:30 to 21:30
Join an immersive cooking experience in a Turkish village house where you'll learn to prepare a three-course meal, mainly using the traditional method 'Tandir.' Starting around 17:30 and concluding by 21:30, you'll enjoy your delicious creations after the cooking session. Immerse yourself in Turkish culinary traditions and savor your prepared dishes in a traditional village setting.
As one of our Independent Tours, Sicily's Vino & Volcanoes encompasses the must-see sights and tastes of this spectacular Italian island. Explore at your own pace, taking time to savour the local delicacies and pausing to create those moments that last a lifetime. As the name suggests, this exclusive tour includes a tasting of local wine, a boat tour from Ortigia island, and a guided group walk on the flanks of mighty Mount Etna, the most active stratovolcano in the world.
Your island journey begins in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ragusa Ibla, an important city of the arts in Italy. The historic centre is brimming with architectural treasures dating back to the 17th century, with stunning churches and baroque style mansions perched on their own hilltop. Your next stop is Noto, another baroque beauty that's listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you'll enjoy wine tasting at a local enoteca and have two nights to discover Noto's famous buildings, some of the finest examples of Sicilian baroque style, not to mention the city's famous frozen granita - perfectly refreshing on a summer's day!
Continue onwards to Syracuse, an exquisite coastal city where you'll stay for two nights on its small island of Ortigia. Wander the labyrinth of charming medieval streets, packed with history and an incredible local market bursting with colour, scents, and authentic Sicilian flavours; the ideal opportunity to sample homegrown produce.
Your Italian adventure concludes on the northern tip of Eastern Sicily in the unmissable hilltop town of Taormina. Overlooking the beautiful bay below with Mount Etna commanding attention in the distance, Taormina is home to a remarkably well-preserved Greek Theatre from the 3rd century which we highly recommend visiting. Don't miss the small village of Castelmola, famous for its medieval castle, local almond wine, and panoramic views across Etna. From the coast, you can enjoy hidden coves and sandy beaches, rent kayaks, snorkels, or embark on a boat tour across the glistening Mediterranean.
No trip to Sicily would be complete without visiting Mount Etna; we have included a guided group tour to this iconic volcano (includes return transfers) where you'll benefit from insider knowledge as you explore Etna's craters and lava flows - the highlight of your Sicilian Tour.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Catania, Noto, Island Of Ortigia
Catania, Noto, Island Of Ortigia, Taormina, Mount Etna
Discover delightful stops along three emblematic European rivers—the Danube, Main, and Rhine. We have chosen excursions at each port of call with care. Vienna, the imperial city with extravagant baroque architecture, awaits you! Dive into Regensburg's fascinating 2,000-year-old history. Further along Germany's Romantic Road, the medieval cities of Nuremberg, Rothenburg, and Würzburg ooze singular charm. Lastly, the NYC-like skyline in Frankfurt is quite a breathtaking experience.
If a visit to a prestigious champagne producer or cellar constitutes an unmissable part of your trip, uncovering the secrets of the vineyards and of wine, you will also ride through the 'other' Champagne following the Wine Route : more secret and intimate, whose rolling slopes are among the most beautiful riches the Champagne region has to offer!
Known around the world for its wines, Champagne is also a popular destination for cycling, offering an ideal playground. Ride among the vineyards and terraced hillsides where Champagne villages, chateaux, and churches are nestled. Enjoy panoramic viewpoints overlooking the vineyards and picturesque villages. The winemakers' open their doors to you, for tastings and tours of the cellars. They will passionately explain their know-how while showing you around their property.
PRIVATE TOUR: From the great capital of the Ottoman Empire to the ancient capital of Greece, discover archaeological treasures, natural wonders and the jewels of the Greek Islands; Rhodes, Santorini and Mykonos.
Venture east for the day, away from the crowds of tourists, on an adventure along the Moray Firth and into ‘Malt Whisky Country’. Experience the wild beauty and charm of the coast: sea cliffs, wonderful beaches, picturesque fishing villages, and a famous rock formation. Discover the incredible diversity of the Moray Coast's birdlife, and with some luck, encounter puffins and even some sea life along the way. Toast our day of new experiences with our national drink in Scotland’s largest whisky producing region, Speyside. After all the fresh air, whisky and wildlife, you will be in love with this incredible region.
From the Alentejo region to Cabo de Sao Vicente which marks the most south-westerly point of Europe, follow the 'Rota Vicentina Historical Way' by longing rugged coastline with amazing views over cliffs and large sandy beaches. Stop and relax in quaint peaceful fishing villages to taste the rich local cuisine that serves the best the sea has.
This ride leads you through a natural reserve and the 'Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina Natural Park'. Longing the ocean, you can fully enjoy the landscape and appreciate the surprises nature has to offer, such as wild flowers, bird watching. Admire breath-taking view and relax on one of the unspoilt beach or inlet.
End your trip in the Algarve region, along beautiful coastlines enjoying a mix of golden sandy beaches and rugged cliff tops, and pass through pretty villages, some of which seem unaffected by the outside world.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
14-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Algarve, Setubal, Santo André, A
Algarve, Setubal, Santo André, Alentejo, Rogil, Vila Do Bispo
You start and finish your holiday in Logrono, on the banks of the river Ebro and the capital of La Rioja region, it is famous for its quaint historic city centre and its pinchos bars - Northern Spains equivalent of tapas bars. On your first cycling day you ride along a section of the pilgrims route, 'El Camino de Santiago' before reaching the beautiful town of San Millan de la Cogolla famed for its UNESCO World Heritage twin monasteries, Suso and Yuso.
Explore this wonderful wine growing region passing through medieval walled town of Laguardia, mountain village of Ezcaray, past ancient churches and visiting the regions wine capital of Haro, where there are opportunities aplenty to enjoy the regions most famous export.
Imagine walking in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from Outlander, with a local guide regaling all the gruesome history and stories which inspired Diana Gabaldon. We take you on a journey to some of the most famous Outlander filming locations such as Midhope Castle, the real-life Lallybroch, Doune Castle, the seat of Clan MacKenzie, and the impressive Blackness Castle, the setting for Fort William. Your guide will share the history behind each location, making this Outlander tour from Edinburgh the perfect journey for fans eager to step into Scotland’s storied past.
Imagine you came on this trip and saw the monster. Its gargantuan neck emerges from Loch Ness with an almighty ‘ROAR’! No doubt you’d take a picture and become an internet sensation.
Sadly, we can’t promise this’ll happen, but the trip will still be awesome. You will feast your eyes upon incredibly beautiful landscapes, including dramatic Glen Coe, while listening to our guide’s fascinating stories, on the way to Fort Augustus.
It’s the ultimate Loch Ness Monster tour from Edinburgh – mythical beasts not guaranteed, but epic views and legendary banter? You bet.
Immerse yourself in Turkish cuisine with an exclusive cooking class right in your hotel's kitchen. A local chef will guide you through a four-hour session where you'll learn to prepare delicious, authentic dishes. You get to keep the recipes, and the class concludes with a meal of your own creation in the hotel's rooftop restaurant.
The class is held in the hotel's kitchen and features a local chef as instructor. During the four-hour class, Recipes are provided for your keeping and the group enjoys a delicious meal of their own creation in the rooftop restaurant at the end of the session.
Experience a beautiful and ancient tradition with the Mevlevi Sema Ceremony at the Hodjapasha cultural dance theatre. This UNESCO-recognized performance, lasting about 45 minutes, features a traditional orchestra and the mesmerizing whirling dance of the dervishes, symbolizing a spiritual journey. The historic setting is enhanced by 360-degree video and lighting effects, creating a truly unforgettable evening.
Duration : 1 hour
Don't miss the opportunity to see whirling dervishes perform the Mevlevi Sema Ceremony at Istanbul's Hodjapasha cultural dance theatre. The ceremony features a complex musical repertoire called 'ayin' and the whirling dance performed by the dervishes represents the mythical journey of man's spiritual ascent through mind and love to perfection. It is a tradition more than 800 years old, and in 2005 it was proclaimed as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
The ceremony starts after a 15 minute classical instrumental performance by a traditional Turkish orchestra and lasts for around 45 minutes. It is accompanied by 360 degree video special effects projected on the walls of the beautiful historic building and some amazing lighting, adding to the atmosphere of this captivating ceremony. The total duration is one hour, and seats are numbered, so be sure to book early.