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.
We highly recommend Highlights of Albania. The trips were highly organised and our guide Geri was very knowledgeable and looked after us well. It was our first trip with Explore.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
16-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Tirana, Kruje, Berat, Kruja, Lak
Tirana, Kruje, Berat, Kruja, Lake Ohrid, Voskopoja, Gjirokaster, Butrint, Llogora National Park, Bay Of Vlora
Puglia was beautiful. They did a great job of coordinating bikes, luggage, and routes. The lodging was great for our 7 night stays, except for 1 night, when our group was split into 2 different hotels that were not very close with no advance warning.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Matera, Lecce, Alberobello, Ostu
Matera, Lecce, Alberobello, Ostuni, Gallipoli, Santa Maria Di Leuca, Otranto
I recently experienced an unforgettable Egypt tour that exceeded all my expectations. The journey began with the breathtaking Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx—truly iconic and awe-inspiring wonders of the ancient world. A visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) complemented this perfectly, offering incredible artifacts and a deep dive into Egypt’s rich history.
The Nile cruise was a highlight, with stunning river views, luxurious comfort, and an amazing crew who provided exceptional service at every moment. Every detail was taken care of, making the experience relaxing and memorable. Don’t miss the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel temples — a spectacular sight that is truly worth the visit.
Other gems included a magical hot air balloon ride over Luxor at sunrise, offering unparalleled panoramic views of the Valley of the Kings. The Nubian Village visit was equally enchanting, providing a warm cultural experience with friendly locals and vibrant traditions. This tour offers the perfect blend of history, culture, and adventure, delivered with outstanding service throughout. Highly recommended for anyone eager to explore the wonders of Egypt!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
arabic, english, german
Destinations
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Karnak Temp
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Karnak Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo
I love the way we're given options on additional side-tours based on physical capability. Challenges made us more cohesive and in turn made us developed new relationships as one-tight-knit group as we watched each others' back even when we are having fun.
Thanks to our fierce leader Antonio for giving us heads-up anywhere we embark in our journey, as we sometimes forget we act like children in a huge playground on different soil.
To our expert Josh who made us safe and secure everytime we're on the road. The right combination between Antonio & Josh that made me feel secure we can have fun and have the security at the same time.
Thank you for the opportunity. Keep up the good work and the right manpower. Kudos to Expat.
This was a gruelling and awesome trek for me to celebrate 1 year since breast cancer surgery.
The tour guides were fantastic.
The chef produced the most amazing meals in the middle of nowhere.
Be realistic about what to expect regarding mountain accommodation and facilities! the Explore description was pretty accurate.
For me hiking poles were a necessity. I couldn’t have got back down without them. My knees were quite shot by the end of it but I wouldn’t change it for anything.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
The tour takes you to the highlights of Morocco. My favorite memories are the Medina in Fes and the Sunset excursion to the Sahara Desert.
Our guide was very informative.
One downside of trip was all the traveling although there were breaks. There really was no time to enjoy the hotel amenities.
Food was plentiful.Moroccan wine lacks complexity.
Have enough small change coins for bathroom breaks
The bikes were great and the GPS worked almost all of the time. The gravel paths were very bumpy and sometimes quite slippery. The accommodations were friendly and in great locations. The luggage transfers were very efficient.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Alsace & Lorraine, Provence, Bar
Alsace & Lorraine, Provence, Barbentane, Tarascon, Les Baux, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence