Culture

Witness the dawn rituals of Hindu pilgrims on the banks of the holy Ganges, thrill to the bustle and clamour of the spice-laden bazaars of Damascus, relax to the gentle sounds of temple bells in a remote Himalayan monastery, absorb the simple lifestyle of the nomadic Himba people of Namibia, unchanged in thousands of years...

Capture the flavours of different cultures with World Discovery.

Tours

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Arctic Canada

Arctic Watch

View beluga whales, musk ox, foxes and birds in the High Arctic [more]

Arctic Canada

Elu Inlet Lodge

Discover Nunavut, the Arctic province that is home to the Inuit peoples [more]

Armenia

Yerevan Long Weekend

Explore Armenia's capital and some of the nearby historic highlights [more]

Armenia

Classic Armenia

A warm welcome awaits you as you discover the rich history of an ancient land [more]

Armenia

Armenia Highlights

GROUP TOUR: The ideal introduction to the many highlights of Armenia [more]

Bhutan

Bhutan Odyssey

Our most comprehensive Bhutan itinerary with 3 nights in the Bumthang Valley [more]

Bhutan

Bhutan in Style

Discover a new level of luxury in Bhutan with Amankora Resorts [more]

Bhutan

Explore Bhutan

Discover a unique culture amidst the valleys and peaks of the Himalayas [more]

Bhutan

A Kingdom in the Sky

A short visit that will introduce you to the best of Western Bhutan [more]

Bhutan

Images of Bhutan

Introduction to a fascinating Himalayan Shangri-La [more]

Botswana Safari

The Okavango Delta

Stay at Ker & Downey Camps in the Delta with transfers by light aircraft [more]

Botswana Safari

Kalahari Safari

Discover the wonders of the Kalahari Desert and the Great Salt Pans [more]

Botswana Safari

Footsteps across the Delta

Discover the Delta by mokoro or on foot at Ker & Downey's luxury camps [more]

Botswana Safari

Botswana Young Explorers

Enjoy exclusive occupancy of a Ker & Downey camp for a superb family safari [more]

Burma (Myanmar)

Classic Burma

A comprehensive tour including the fascinating Inle Lake region [more]

Burma (Myanmar)

Images of Burma

A full week in Burma to enjoy the main highlights [more]

Burma (Myanmar)

Burma Express

The perfect introduction to this historic and unique land [more]

Burma (Myanmar)

Burmese Days

All the main highlights plus a 2 night Irrawaddy cruise from Mandalay to Bagan [more]

Cambodia

Images of Cambodia

Culture and history in the remote jungles of Cambodia [more]

Cambodia

Highlights of Cambodia

See Cambodia's main attractions in a week of exciting visits [more]

Georgia

Images of Georgia

The ideal introduction to a small nation steeped in history and culture [more]

Georgia

Tbilisi Long Weekend

An exciting weekend break with a choice of sightseeing options [more]

Georgia

Georgia: Land of Wine

For more than 6,000 years Georgia has been producing traditional wines [more]

Georgia

Essential Georgia

Discover and explore Georgia's ancient history, culture, cuisine and wine [more]

Iceland

West Fjords

GROUP TOUR: An in depth tour of the remote West Fjords - the 'Real Iceland' [more]

India

Himalayan Journey

A nostalgic trip through the stunning Himalayan scenery of northern India [more]

India

Jewels of Rajasthan

Discover the architectural and cultural gems of Rajasthan [more]

India

Kerala Highlights

A journey through Kerala including a houseboat cruise through the backwaters [more]

India

North East Discovery

Tea country, spectacular mountains, Sikkim, and memories of the Raj [more]

India

India with Taj Hotels

A journey through northern India taking in the major historical attractions [more]

India

Assam and Sikkim

Journey through Assam, Darjeeling and remote Sikkim [more]

India

India's Golden Triangle

A 9 day itinerary taking in all the sights of Delhi and the surrounding area. [more]

India

Classic South India

Discover the temples, palaces and stunning landscapes of this unique region [more]

India

Travels in Gujerat

Discover a fascinating region of India which few tourists have visited [more]

India and Nepal

India and Nepal

Combine northern India with the Himalayan kingdom of Nepal [more]

Jordan

Jordan Treasures

WINTER SPECIAL including international airfare - Tour 4 [more]

Jordan

The Explorer

WINTER SPECIAL including international airfare - Tour 3 [more]

Jordan

Classical Jordan

WINTER SPECIAL including international airfare - Tour 2 [more]

Jordan

Jordan in Brief

WINTER SPECIAL including international airfare - Tour 1 [more]

Kenya Safari

Maasai Safari

An authentic Kenya safari with exclusive Porini Camps in Amboseli and the Mara [more]

Kenya Safari

Kenya Lion Safari

Stay at the excellent Atua Enkop camps in Samburu, Nakuru and the Masai Mara [more]

Kenya Safari

Governors' Safari

A classic flying safari staying in intimate lodges and camps [more]

Kenya Safari

Kenya Highlights

Amoseli, Mt Kenya, the Great Rift Valley and the Masai Mara [more]

Kenya Safari

Scenic Kenya

An affordable Kenya safari taking in the Great Rift Valley and Masai Mara [more]

Kenya Safari

Explore Kenya

A comprehensive classic safari staying in the top game reserves [more]

Kenya Safari

Shaba & Masai Mara

An unforgettable flying safari taking in Shaba, the Masai Mara and the coast [more]

Kenya Safari

Kenya Camping Safari

Stay in private game conservancies at the small and intimate Porini Camps [more]

Kenya Safari

Kenya Rhino Safari

By air from the foot of Mount Kenya via Masai Mara to the coast [more]

Kenya Safari

Classic Kenya Safari

Flying safari from Amboseli at the foot of Kilimanjaro via the Mara to the coast [more]

Laos

Laos Express

The ideal introduction to one of the forgotten gems of south east Asia [more]

Laos

Laos Discovery

Explore one of the forgotten gems of south east Asia [more]

Laos and Cambodia

Laos and Cambodia

The treasures of Laos combined with the splendours of Angkor [more]

Lebanon

Hotel Albergo

Enjoy a memorable stay at Beirut's top boutique hotel [more]

Lebanon

Beirut Holiday

Lebanon's vibrant capital is once again on the tourist map [more]

Lebanon

Treasures of Lebanon

See all of Lebanon's top historical highlights in just 6 days [more]

Lebanon

Classic Lebanon

Our most comprehensive tour of Lebanon [more]

Lebanon

Nature and History

The historic highlights of Lebanon combined with walks in spectacular landscapes [more]

Namibia Safari

Classic Namibia

SMALL GROUP: Discover the Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Damaraland and Etosha [more]

Namibia Safari

Skeleton Coast Safari

The experience of your life amidst the beauty and solitude of a unique region [more]

Namibia Safari

Journey to the Caprivi

SELF-DRIVE: Discover the wonders of Namibia's remote northeastern region [more]

Nepal

Nepal Heritage

Our most comprehensive tour of Nepal with some stays off the beaten track [more]

Nepal

The Valley of Mustang

A full-service trek to one of the world's most remote and beautiful valleys [more]

Nepal

A Short Walk in Nepal

Guided walking in the Annapurna foothills staying in comfortable lodges [more]

Nepal

Birds of Nepal

Comprehensive birdwatching in 3 contrasting regions of Nepal [more]

Nepal

A Taste of Nepal

The perfect introduction to this spectacular Himalayan land [more]

Nepal

Kathmandu Highlights

Enjoy a memorable stay in Nepal's capital city with full sightseeing programme [more]

Nepal

Everest Foothills Trek

Guided walking in the Everest foothills staying in comfortable lodges [more]

Nepal

Classic Nepal

Comprehensive coverage of Nepal's fabulous historic and natural attractions [more]

Newfoundland

Newfoundland Viking Trail

Newfoundland and Labrador: the heritage of the first settlers in the New World [more]

Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia

Explore Nova Scotia and stay in superb inns (includes 11 days' SELF-DRIVE) [more]

Polar Bear Tours

Summer in Manitoba

See polar bears and beluga whales and explore Manitoba in depth [more]

Quebec

Québec City Break

Enjoy a short break in historic Québec City [more]

Quebec

Montréal City Break

Take a short break in cosmopolitan Montréal [more]

Quebec

Inns of Québec

Experience the culture and cuisine of Québec (includes 7 days' SELF-DRIVE) [more]

Sri Lanka

Scenic Sri Lanka

Walking and relaxation in a unique combination of hill country and beach [more]

Sri Lanka

Wildlife of Sri Lanka

Experience the varied and exciting wildlife of Sri Lanka [more]

Sri Lanka

Best of Sri Lanka

A holiday which offers an ideal blend of history, culture, wildlife and beach [more]

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Highlights

The ideal introduction to the history and culture of this wonderful destination [more]

Thailand

Thailand Express

The perfect introduction to Thailand's history and culture [more]

Thailand

Splendours of Thailand

An innovative tour bringing together many strands of Thailand's rich culture [more]

Thailand

River Kwai & Hua Hin

Jungle adventure combined with relaxation in the resort of Hua Hin [more]

Thailand

Undiscovered Thailand

Journey off the beaten track into remote Isaan in Thailand's northeast [more]

Thailand and Laos

Laos and the Mekong

Includes a thrilling boat trip on the Mekong River to Luang Prabang [more]

Tibet

Tibetan Journey

A week in this spectacular and remote land combined with Nepal [more]

Vietnam

Jewels of the North

Combine a stay in the remote hill country with a cruise on Halong Bay [more]

Vietnam

Vietnam Highlights

Explore the contrasts of this spectacular land on a journey from north to south [more]

Vietnam

Classic Vietnam

The top highlights of Vietnam from Sapa and Halong Bay to the Mekong Delta [more]

Vietnam

Vietnam Express

The perfect introductory tour to this beautiful destination [more]

Vietnam and Cambodia

Vietnam and Cambodia

Combine a comprehensive tour of Vietnam with the fabulous temples of Angkor [more]