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.
Lisbon was awesome as was the Island Maderia. One of the issues that upset me was the fact that the tour manager assumed that all of us had cell phones. He was texting all of his directions to everyone. I told him that wouldn't work with me. I don't own a cell phone. He did start giving some directions at night verbally, but I still didn't get all of his directions that he texted to everyone else.
This tour was exactly what we hoped it would be. Everything, the experiences, accommodations, included meals and experiences, were all wonderful, especially for our price range. We traveled across six countries and kept an ideal pace, accomplishing so much more than we could have done on our own. We especially loved seeing Trümmelbach Falls, and so many mountain waterfalls, some even viewable from our Swiss hotel room.
Immerse yourself in four unforgettable countries on a 30-day Premium journey. Go deep into the ancient heart of Turkey, then continue to the green hillsides and snow-capped mountains of Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia. Explore lands filled with centuries of rich history and where ancient traditions blend with modern influences. Stay in rooms carved from stones in a historic hotel and get a taste of Turkey in an Exclusive Experience cooking class. Travel with expert local leaders, make local friends along the way and discover there’s so much more to each destination than what meets the eye.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Yerevan, Konya, Cappad
Istanbul, Yerevan, Konya, Cappadocia, Baku, Sheki, Telavi, Canakkale, Tbilisi, Borjomi, Gudauri, Dilijan, Selçuk, Pamukkale, Kas, Antalya
From Prague to Vienna and on to Paris, this immersive tour of Europe takes in the mansions of Amsterdam, the Roman Empire relics of Rome and the breathtaking scenery of the Alps. Arrive at your Venice hotel by private boat, ahead of an exclusive dining experience at La Fenice restaurant, and sunset cocktails at Cafe Florian. In the Golden City of Prague, take your pick of Insight Choice experiences, touring the courtyard of a 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral, or joining a Local Expert on an exploration of the city’s historic Jewish Quarter, with a stop at a local bakery to sample Trdelník—a traditional Czech pastry. Journey onwards through the countryside forests of Bohemia to Hungary for a scenic Budapest dinner cruise, gliding past the city’s UNESCO World Heritage sites in style.
Embrace the cultural, culinary and natural delights of Italy, Slovenia and Croatia on a 16-day Premium adventure. Travel through the rustic heart of Tuscany, explore the wonders of Venice’s Piazza San Marco and Pisa’s Leaning Tower and visit the home of a Nobleman in Rome with an expert local leader. Discover the waters of Lake Bled and the underground world of the Postojna Caves. Ride the cable car up Mt Vogel for views over Lake Bohinj and appreciate the caves and waterfalls in Plitvice Lakes National Park. Coloured by sunshine and flavoured with local wine, this pocket of Europe is a joy to explore.
Culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Split, Rome, Bled, Rovinj, Plitv
Split, Rome, Bled, Rovinj, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zadar, Chianti, San Gimignano, Florence, Venice
I've been raving about this tour experience since I've come home. I can't say enough about Collette staff and our tour director Michael, everything was excellent! The only hotel I was disappointed with was the one in Brugge, but understand it's a historic building so can't fault them. Bed was very comfortable and rooms are large.
This 14-day independent tour will guide you through three of the most magnificent cities in Europe. Begin your journey in Barcelona, beautiful capital of Spain’s Catalonia region. Discover the cosmopolitan, vibrant, and beautiful capital of Spain’s Catalonia region, known for its art and architecture, the fantastical Sagrada Família church and other modernist landmarks designed by Antoni Gaudí, and of course for its spectacular shopping and nightlife. Barcelona has it all. Next you will catch a high-speed train to Madrid, Enjoy the moments like the Temple of Debod, Royal Palace and the Almudena’s Cathedral. Then we will go to the Habsburg’s quarter where we will see the highlights of the Madrid downtown such as Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa and Puerta del Sol. We will pass through some of the five ancient gates that gave access to the city, among them Puerta de Alcalá is the most famous one. Don’t forget to taste the delightful delicacies of traditional Spanish cuisine before you catch a flight to Lisbon. An incredible opportunity to explore one of the oldest cities in the world. Lisbon is known for its extraordinary colonial history and fascinating mixture of gothic architecture. The Portuguese capital is home to several prominent museums and international art collections. Visit the National Museum of Ancient Art, home to some of the largest art collections in the world. Bask in the beautiful weather as you experience the true Portuguese hospitality in the friendliest country in the world, where you will end your tour of Barcelona Madrid and Lisbon.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
We booked a 7 day trip with U-Tracks, with the ultimate goal of summiting Gran Paradiso. We were a group of 11 work colleagues who annually take on a charity event with this being the selected even this year. I must admit the trip was spectacular. the 6 day 'approach' to gran paradiso was varied in the way of physical challenge and then scenery. our guide - max was first class. he was able to assess the group and maintained a superb pace to keep us all moving. this was the first time we had taken on something as demanding as this (the final day in particular). The last day summit of gran paradiso was physically challenging but not technically (the very final summit section becomes technical but very well managed). the whole trip was fantastic from start to finish. I would 100% recommend and use again.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hut
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lyon, Refuge De L Archeboc, Rifu
Lyon, Refuge De L Archeboc, Rifugio Federico Chabod, Refuge Bezzi, Refuge Benevolo, Rifugio Savoya, Rifugio Vittorio Emmanuele II, Bourg