Experience the best of Turkey and Aegean Greece on this 11-day tour, starting in Istanbul with visits to the Spice Market, Bosphorus, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. Continue through Ankara and Cappadocia to see ancient artefacts, underground cities, and fairy chimneys. Explore Pamukkale’s thermal terraces and the ruins of Ephesus, then fly to Athens to discover the Acropolis and enjoy a full-day cruise to the islands of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina, before concluding in Athens.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Athens, Ankara, Cappad
Istanbul, Athens, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Izmir
PARTIALLY GUIDED TOUR: Discover Turkey on this 7-day tour, beginning in Istanbul and travelling to Ankara to visit the Atatürk Mausoleum and Museum of Anatolian Civilisations. In Cappadocia, marvel at otherworldly rock formations, cave churches and artisan workshops. Continue to Pamukkale’s striking white travertines before exploring ancient Ephesus and the nearby House of the Virgin Mary. Visit the ruins of Pergamon and legendary Troy, then reflect at the WWI memorials of Gallipoli before returning to Istanbul.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pa
Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Izmir, Canakkale
Experience the Glory of Greece on this 11-day tour, starting in Athens with a city tour before visiting Epidaurus, Nafplio, Mycenae, and Olympia to see the Corinth Canal, Theatre of Epidaurus, and the ancient Olympic Stadium. Continue to Delphi and Kalabaka to explore the Meteora monasteries, with a stop at Thermopylae to view King Leonidas' statue. After returning to Athens, enjoy a city tour, then relax in Mykonos before discovering the stunning landscapes and history of Santorini, before concluding in Athens.
This 11-day tour of Puglia starts and ends in the Italian capital of Rome, with free time to visit the Colosseum, the Vatican and more. With included train travel to Puglia, explore the relaxed cities of Bari and Lecce, see the traditional trulli houses in Alberobello and discover octagonal Castel del Monte. Learn how traditional pasta is made at a rural farm, visit the UNESCO-listed cave settlements of Matera and wander through the pretty white towns of Locorotondo and Ostuni.
Embark on this 8-day tour through Spain, starting in the lively capital, Madrid, and journeying into the historic heart of Extremadura, stopping to see the Roman ruins of Merida. Delight in Seville's magnificent Cathedral, Giralda Tower, and Maria Luisa Park. Discover Córdoba’s renowned Mosque-Cathedral and the charm of Ronda’s White Villages before relaxing on the sunny shores of Costa del Sol. Conclude with a visit to Granada’s breathtaking Alhambra and the cultural treasures of Toledo, before heading back to Madrid.
Explore Santiago to Lisbon on this 8-day tour discovering northern Portugal and Galicia. Begin in Santiago de Compostela before travelling through the scenic Rias Bajas region and visiting Vigo. Cross into Portugal to see Viana do Castelo and Braga en route to Porto, where you’ll enjoy a panoramic city tour and Port wine tasting. Continue to Coimbra for a taste of university life and riverside charm, then on to Fátima to visit its famed sanctuary. Conclude in Lisbon with a guided tour of the capital’s historic highlights.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lisbon, Santiago De Compostela
Lisbon, Santiago De Compostela, Vigo, Porto, Coimbra
Discover Spain, Portugal, and Morocco on this 18-day tour combining vibrant cities, historic sites, and rich culture. Explore Salamanca’s architecture, Porto’s heritage and wine, Lisbon’s monuments, and Seville’s charm. Cross to Morocco to experience Tangier’s coast, Fes’ medina, and Marrakech’s souks before visiting Granada’s Alhambra and Toledo’s historic centre, offering a seamless blend of history and local life, before travelling back to Madrid.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Madrid, Vigo, Tangier, Fes, Marr
Madrid, Vigo, Tangier, Fes, Marrakech, Rabat, Costa del Sol, Granada, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon, Seville
From Madrid, discover the highlights of Andalucia and northern Morocco. Visit Merida and Seville, spend two nights on the Costa del Sol and take in the incredible Alhambra fortress in Granada. In Morocco, visit Tangier, Volubilis and Meknes, take in the sights of historic Fes and see the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. Spend two days exploring Marrakech, see the sights in Rabat, and return to Spain to visit Toledo on your way back to Madrid.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Madrid, Seville, Costa del Sol
Madrid, Seville, Costa del Sol, Granada, Tangier, Fes, Marrakech, Rabat
PARTIALLY GUIDED TOUR: Explore northern Greece in just a week on this 7-day group tour. Begin in the capital, Athens, with guided sightseeing and a visit to the legendary Acropolis. From there, travel to Delphi, revered in ancient Greece as 'the navel of the world'. The journey continues to Kalambaka, a charming town in central Greece, positioned adjacent to the gravity-defying monasteries of Meteora. Stop in Thessaloniki and end in the Bulgarian capital of Sofia, with guided sightseeing and free time.
Discover the ancient wonders of southeastern Turkey on this 5-day tour from Cappadocia to Istanbul. Explore the colossal statues of Mount Nemrut, sacred landmarks in Sanliurfa, and the Neolithic temples of Göbekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe, among the oldest in the world. Cruise along the Euphrates to the semi-submerged town of Halfeti before heading to Gaziantep, home to exquisite Roman mosaics and a celebrated food culture. With its mix of archaeology, legend and dramatic landscapes, this short journey offers a captivating glimpse into one of Turkey’s most storied regions.
