Explore Spain on this 10-day tour, starting in Madrid and visiting Zaragoza's Basilica of Our Lady of the Pilar. Continue to San Sebastian for panoramic views from Mount Igueldo. Admire Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum and the fishing village of Castro Urdiales, then take a guided tour of Santander. Discover Santillana del Mar’s Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana, visit the Sanctuary of Covadonga, and the Gothic Cathedral of Oviedo. Explore Mondonedo's cathedral, Lugo's Roman heritage, and Santiago de Compostela, a key pilgrimage site. Tour the scenic Rias Bajas, then cross into Portugal for a Porto city tour and wine tasting. Finally, visit Ciudad Rodrigo, the World Heritage university city of Salamanca and the historic walls of Avila before returning to Madrid.
SUPERIOR UPGRADE: Discover the heart of Basque Country on this 7-day guided coach tour, which starts and ends in Bilbao and stays in upgraded accommodation. Explore the city and its surroundings, including the Bilbao Estuary, and taste pintxos tapas in the fishing village of Bermeo. Enjoy guided sightseeing and a full free day in the resort town of San Sebastian, pop into France to explore Biarritz and enjoy wine tasting in the La Rioja region. End with a guided walk in the Basque capital of Vitoria, before heading back to Bilbao.
Unwind on the volcanic black beaches of Tenerife and enjoy cultural sightseeing on the largest of Spain's Canary Islands on this 8-day tour. Stay for seven nights in the resort town of Puerto de la Cruz, enjoy guided sightseeing in Santa Cruz and relax in Playa de las Americas. Discover the volcanic landscapes of Mount Teide National Park, visit UNESCO-listed La Laguna and explore the Basilica de Candelaria. With several free days for sunbathing, swimming and exploring at your own pace.
Embark on an 8-day train tour of the Spanish and French Pyrenees, spending seven nights in the beautiful town of Roses on the Costa Brava. Ride the Roses Express into Cap de Creus Nature Park, take the Little Yellow Train through the French Pyrenees, and visit the UNESCO-listed town of Villefranche-de-Conflent. Discover the Spanish Pyrenees via the Nuria rack railway and journey on the Red Train from Rivesaltes to Axat through stunning landscapes. End your tour with a visit to Figueres and the Dali Museum, showcasing the works of Salvador Dali.
Explore Turkey’s rich history and dramatic landscapes on this 8-day adventure from Istanbul. Visit the WWI sites of Gallipoli and the ancient ruins of Troy and Ephesus. Marvel at the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient spa town of Hierapolis. Then head to Cappadocia to see fairy chimneys, rock-cut churches, and the underground city of Kaymaklı. With a mix of iconic sights and unique local experiences, this tour offers a memorable taste of Turkey’s cultural and natural wonders.
Trace Turkey’s rich history and diverse landscapes on this 11-day journey from Istanbul to Cappadocia. Follow the moving WWI stories of Gallipoli, step into the legendary ruins of Troy, Pergamum and Ephesus, and marvel at the gleaming terraces of Pamukkale. Cruise to Turtle Beach, wander the ghost village of Kayakoy, and soak up the beauty of Oludeniz’s Blue Lagoon. Discover Antalya’s Old Town, the grandeur of Aspendos, and the spiritual depth of Konya’s Mevlana Monastery. Conclude among Cappadocia’s fairy-tale valleys, cave cities, and rock-hewn churches, where extraordinary landscapes meet centuries of history.
The island tours and optional experiences provided were so worthwhile! These experience allowed us the opportunity to truly experience the places we visited and learn fascinating and phenomenal pieces of information. The costsaver and local guides truly made the optional experiences a part of the trip we HAD to experience for every place we visited.
PREMIUM TOUR: Take in the best of Turkey on this 15-day group tour from Istanbul, staying in 5-star hotels. Begin with the iconic Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar before tracing history at Gallipoli and Troy. Explore the ancient ruins of Pergamum and Ephesus (optional), then marvel at Pamukkale’s shimmering terraces. Relax on the turquoise coast in Fethiye and Antalya, soaking up seaside charm before heading inland to Cappadocia, where cave hotels and optional hot air balloon rides await. The trip ends in Ankara and a final return to Istanbul, where a Bosphorus cruise and farewell dinner round off an unforgettable adventure.
On this 9-day group tour from Istanbul, discover the highlights of this historic city, including the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. Visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk in Ankara and marvel at the white cotton castles of Pamukkale. This flexible tour allows you to join optional excursions in Cappadocia and Ephesus, or spend your leisure time relaxing at the hotel or on the beaches or Izmir, or exploring your way.
The sights, sounds and smells make Morocco a fantastic family destination. Explore the ancient labyrinthine medina of Marrakech, astonishing landscape of the Atlas Mountains and extraordinary Sahara Desert. This tour has been planned to be suitable for the younger members of your family. It includes shorter drive times, and opportunities to both explore or relax by the pool!
After arriving into Marrakech you'll have some free time to settle in, before beginning our Moroccan family adventure. Leaving behind Marrakech we begin our journey, heading to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ain Benhaddou. Our route to Ait Behaddou will take us through the Valley of the Roses and over the scenic Atlas Mountains. Once we reach Ait Benhaddou we'll have a guided tour of one of the oldest fortified towns in the south of Morocco, which has also been featured in numerous movies and TV series including Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia and even Game of Thrones.
Our route towards the Sahara continues through the N'Kob Berber Oasis where we'll have a chance to learn about the Ait Atta Nomads and their way of life. During the day we'll have a walking tour of the palmerie and have the option of partaking in a cooking class. Our journey from N'Kob continues, passing through the Anti-Atlas and Draa Valley, making a stop to try some local dates. Our destination today will be the Erg Chebbi Sand Dunes where we'll take a camel ride through the desert and spend the night at a traditional berber camp.
As we begin our journey back towards Marrakech, we'll make a stop to visit the Todra Gorge, the Grand Canyon of Morocco, and the movie studios of Ouarzazate. Once we reach Marrakech you'll have time to explore the Medina and have the option of joining our Marrakech city tour.
This tour has been arranged specifically for those travelling with children aged from 5 to 16 years (minimum age 5) - child discounts are available.
For those passengers who would like some time by the coast, you may also consider our Souks, Sand Dunes & Surf Tour which includes additional time in the coastal town of Essaouira.
As one of our longer Gulet sailing tours, this package starts and ends in the Harbour side town of Fethiye, from where you'll be able to fly into/out of the nearby airport in Dalaman. You'll sail along one of Turkeys most beautiful stretches of coastline, making stops in secluded bays and visiting quiet islands. Onboard the gulet you'll have a private en-suite cabin and the onboard crew will cooked and serve all meals during your voyage.
Experience Spain on this 10-day tour, starting with a panoramic city tour of Madrid, exploring its medieval, Renaissance, and modern landmarks, including the Royal Palace and Prado Museum. Journey through La Mancha to Cordoba, where you’ll visit the Mosque and Jewish Quarter, then continue to Seville to discover the Cathedral, Santa Cruz quarter, and Plaza de España. Travel to Granada to witness the stunning Alhambra and Generalife Gardens. Explore Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences, then head to Barcelona to admire Gaudi’s modernist architecture and Montjuic Park. Finish with a visit to Zaragoza’s Basilica-Temple of Our Lady Pilar before returning to Madrid.
Unwind on the volcanic black beaches of Tenerife and enjoy cultural sightseeing on the largest of Spain's Canary Islands on this 8-day tour. Stay for seven nights in the resort town of Puerto de la Cruz, enjoy guided sightseeing in Santa Cruz and relax in Playa de las Americas. Discover the volcanic landscapes of Mount Teide National Park, visit UNESCO-listed La Laguna and explore the Basilica de Candelaria. With several free days for sunbathing, swimming and exploring at your own pace.
