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Grand Tour of China
Group Tour
26 days from £4890pp
This wide-ranging tour has China's top destinations covered, with time to soak up the sights. Whether you are looking for history, character and culture, the modern and marvellous, or a straight-up combination of the two, then this is the itinerary for you.
Tour Highlights
  • Survey Xian from its ancient city ramparts
  • Take a 4-night voyage on the mighty Yangtze to see the magnificent Three Gorges
  • Visit the world famous Panda Conservation Centre in Chengdu
  • Meander amongst the eerie Stone Forest in Kunming
  • Visit Dali's sentinel Three Pagodas, standing guard at the bottom of Mt Cangshan
  • Cruise Suzhou’s Grand Canal, the longest of its kind
Departs
2025
13 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr 08 May 15 May 05 Jun 07 Aug 04 Sep 18 Sep 09 Oct 16 Oct
2026
16 Mar 23 Mar 01 Apr 08 Apr 22 Apr 06 May 13 May 03 Jun 05 Aug 02 Sep 09 Sep 16 Sep 07 Oct 14 Oct 21 Oct
Grand Tour of Indochina
Group Tour
28 days from £5790pp
For those with more time to explore this magnificent region, this tour not only covers the highlights of each country, but takes you to more destinations, introduces you to more culture and gives you more opportunities to interact with local people.
Tour Highlights
  • See the former underground network of the Vietcong at the Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Explore Vietnam's dynastical history at the imperial city of Hue
  • Walk the tumbling rice terraces of Sapa, a sea of lush verdancy
  • Embrace the Buddhist way of life in Luang Prabang
  • Walk the charming boulevards of Phnom Penh
  • Explore the Angkor Archaeological Park, the remnants of the former Khmer Empire
Departs
2025
08 Feb 15 Feb 22 Feb 01 Mar 08 Mar 04 Oct 11 Oct 18 Oct 01 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov
2026
17 Jan 14 Feb 21 Feb 28 Feb 07 Mar 14 Mar 03 Oct 10 Oct 17 Oct 31 Oct 07 Nov 14 Nov
Road to Samarkand
Group Tour
22 days from £5690pp
Journey through the heart of Central Asia crossing starkly beautiful deserts and magnificent mountain landscapes. Discover ancient cities full of intricate Islamic architecture, thriving bazaars and a mystical old-world atmosphere, all inextricably linked with the legends of the Silk Road
Tour Highlights
  • Uncover the beauty of Samarkand
  • Learn about silk production
  • Discover holy Bukhara
  • Meet nomads in Kyrgyzstan
  • Lose yourself in vibrant bazaars
  • Watch traditional eagle hunting
Departs
2025
13 May 27 May 02 Sep 09 Sep 16 Sep 23 Sep 30 Sep
2026
12 May 26 May 01 Sep 08 Sep 15 Sep 22 Sep 29 Sep
Rajasthan Panorama
Group Tour
22 days from £4090pp
Rajasthan conjures up images of maharajas and palaces and is regarded as one of the most colourful and exciting states in all of India. Marvel at the beauty of this region’s diverse landscapes, as you travel across deserts, lakes and national parks
Tour Highlights
  • Explore magnificent hill forts
  • Take a desert safari
  • Wander the ‘Blue City’
  • Discover romantic Udaipur
  • See sacred Pushkar
  • Safari through Ranthambore
Departs
2025
19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 17 Sep 01 Oct 15 Oct 05 Nov
2026
14 Jan 18 Feb 04 Mar 18 Mar 16 Sep 07 Oct 14 Oct 04 Nov
Silk Road Explorer
Group Tour
27 days from £5390pp
Follow in the footsteps of intrepid adventurers by journeying along one of the world’s most famous trading routes, the Silk Road. Beginning in ancient Xian, venture across this vast land to reach the fascinating outpost of Kashgar.
Tour Highlights
  • Come face to face with the Terracotta Warriors
  • Listen to the hum and whistle of the Singing Sand Dunes
  • See the exhibits of Buddhist paintings, statues and sculptures at the Mogao Grottoes
  • Visit the striking red sandstone Flaming Mountains and the elegant Emin Minaret
  • Explore Kashgar's history
  • Retire to the alpine banks of placid Tian Chi Heavenly Lake
Departs
2025
04 May 11 May 08 Jun 31 Aug 07 Sep 05 Oct 19 Oct
2026
05 Apr 10 May 24 May 07 Jun 30 Aug 06 Sep 11 Oct
Magnificent China
Group Tour
22 days from £4090pp
China is home to a great number of magnificent and world-renowned sights. This tour incorporates them all – cruise along the mighty Yangtze and languid Li Rivers, visit the adorable pandas and admire the astonishing Great Wall and Terracotta Army.
Tour Highlights
  • Dine on sumptuous Peking Duck, a favourite of the Chinese emperors
  • Stroll on the beautifully preserved 14th century Xian city walls
  • Cruise on the mighty Yangtze River to admire the magnificent Three Gorges
  • Explore the idyllic dreamlike scenery of Yangshuo
  • Admire the intricacies and Fengshui of the Humble Administrator’s Garden
  • Discover the ultra-modern metropolis of Shanghai
Departs
2025
20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr 17 Apr 08 May 22 May 12 Jun 17 Jul 07 Aug 04 Sep 11 Sep 18 Sep 09 Oct 23 Oct 30 Oct
2026
14 Mar 23 Mar 06 Apr 11 Apr 20 Apr 04 May 11 May 18 May 13 Jun 18 Jul 08 Aug 31 Aug 07 Sep 12 Sep 05 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 26 Oct
Ultimate China
Group Tour
27 days from £6240pp
This really is the ultimate tour for those who want to experience China in depth! From modern cities and ancient history to rural villages and spectacular landscapes, this is the tour for those wanting to see all of China’s highlights in just one visit.
Tour Highlights
  • Enjoy a 3-night voyage on the mighty Yangtze River
  • Visit the world-famous Panda Conservation Centre in Chengdu
  • Meander amongst the eerie Stone Forest in Kunming
  • Visit Potala Palace, the former winter palace of the Dalai Lama
  • Wander through Dali's charming old quarter
  • Cruise down the tranquil Li river, enjoying beautiful views of the karst mountains
Departs
2025
12 May 01 Sep 06 Oct
2026
13 May 20 May 31 Aug 05 Oct 12 Oct
Himalayan Kingdoms
Group Tour
24 days from £7990pp
High amongst lofty mountains, embark on an incredible journey through the breathtaking Indian state of Sikkim and the magical kingdom of Bhutan, a lesser known but truly spectacular section of the Himalayas
Tour Highlights
  • Discover Kolkata's culture
  • Gaze on colossal Mount Kanchenjunga
  • Spot rhinos and elephants
  • Soak up Bhutan’s culture
  • Hike through paddy fields to local villages
  • Explore tea plantations in Darjeeling
Departs
2025
04 Apr 07 Nov
2026
03 Apr 06 Nov
Tibetan Wonders
Group Tour
23 days from £5190pp
Journey through the diverse landscapes of Yunnan Province up to ‘the roof of the world’ where you will experience the many wonders of Tibet. Admire ancient monasteries and Himalayan vistas before taking in the ultimate view of Everest.
Tour Highlights
  • Get lost in Kunming’s mystical Stone Forest
  • Meditate with a Taoist Master at Weibaoshan
  • Admire the glistening architecture of Songzanlin Monastery
  • Immerse yourself in the Buddhist way of life in Lhasa
  • Admire the glacial scenery of the Tibetan countryside
  • Stand in awe as the sun rises over Mount Everest
Departs
2025
05 Apr 10 May 06 Sep 11 Oct
2026
04 Apr 09 May 23 May 22 Aug 05 Sep 10 Oct
China by Rail
Group Tour
22 days from £5190pp
Embark on an extraordinary rail voyage through China's ever-changing landscapes, charming ancient towns, and iconic sights that unfold beyond your window. Stop along the way to meander along the cobbled lanes of the historic towns of Tunxi, Dali and Lijiang, stand in awe before the breathtaking Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and venture to the Yellow Mountain to admire the beauty of its scenery, acclaimed in Chinese art and literature for centuries.
Tour Highlights
  • Admire the scenery and beauty atop the Yellow Mountain
  • See the spectacular architecture of Shanghai on a Huangpu River Cruise
  • Walk the imperial landscape of the magnificent Forbidden City
  • Get lost in Kunming's puzzling Stone Forest
  • Wander the cobbled streets of Lijiang's Old Town
  • Take in the breathtaking scenery of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Departs
2025
04 Apr 09 May 22 Aug 05 Sep 10 Oct 17 Oct 07 Nov
2026
06 Mar 02 Apr 07 May 21 May 20 Aug 03 Sep 08 Oct 15 Oct
Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan
Group Tour
23 days from £4990pp
An adventure through the Caucasus at the point where East meets West, this tour highlights a real contrast of cultures. See beautiful mountain scenery, enjoy delicious food and wine, and wonder at ancient fortresses, cathedrals, mosques and temples.
Tour Highlights
  • Sample traditional Georgian cuisine and wines
  • Discover ancient Silk Road caravanserais and temples
  • Learn about the world's first Christian nation
  • Tour the Zoroastrian Ateshgah Fire Temple
  • Marvel at the Alpine style scenery in Svaneti and Mt Kazbegi
Departs
2025
17 May 07 Jun 30 Aug 06 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Sep
2026
16 May 06 Jun 29 Aug 05 Sep 19 Sep 26 Sep 03 Oct
Grand Tour of India
Group Tour
29 days from £7340pp
Combining the best India has to offer - from the deserts of Rajasthan in the north, to the tranquil backwaters of Kerala in the south, the Bollywood city of Mumbai and the historic caves at Ajanta and Ellora. This tour will leave you with a strong sense of the history, culture, and geography of this diverse country.
Tour Highlights
  • Discover architectural masterpieces in Delhi, Old and New
  • Explore ancient Varanasi
  • Watch a spectacular sunrise over the Taj Mahal
  • Explore the golden architecture of Jaisalmer, located in the Thar Desert
  • Relax as you cruise through the stillness of the Kerala Backwaters
  • Admire the architecture of the multi-religious city of Kochi
Departs
2025
19 Feb 01 Oct 15 Oct 29 Oct
2026
18 Feb 11 Mar 30 Sep 14 Oct 28 Oct
Mekong Explorer
Group Tour
22 days from £5290pp
From spectacular Halong Bay and the treasures of old Hanoi, travel the length of this beautiful country, through Hue and Hoi An to the bright lights of Saigon, experiencing the authentic Vietnam all the way. Then, embark on a four-night cruise on the Mekong, relaxing onboard as you as you witness life on the river, ending up in Cambodia to explore Phnom Penh and magnificent Angkor.
Tour Highlights
  • Stroll through the clouds on the Golden Bridge, held by stone hands.
  • Meet Mr Vinh at Tha Om Garden House and learn of its history with a royal dinner.
  • Spend 4 nights cruising on the deluxe Victoria Mekong
  • Watch a performance by the Phare Circus NGO that assists street children.
Departs
2025
08 Mar 08 Mar 22 Mar 19 Apr 19 Apr 04 Oct 04 Oct 18 Oct 18 Oct 01 Nov 01 Nov 15 Nov 15 Nov
2026
31 Jan 31 Jan 28 Feb 28 Feb 14 Mar 14 Mar 28 Mar 28 Mar 26 Sep 26 Sep 07 Nov 07 Nov 21 Nov 21 Nov
Ultimate South America
Group Tour
29 days from £12990pp
The ultimate tour of South America, this all-encompassing journey will take you through the landscapes of Peru, Chile, Bolivia, Argentina and Brazil on an epic adventure.
Tour Highlights
  • Marvel at Machu Picchu
  • Discover the salt flats of Uyuni
  • Experience gaucho life in the pampas
  • See the incredible Iguazu Falls
  • Take a tango class in Buenos Aires
  • Ascend Sugar Loaf Mountain
Departs
2025
05 May 07 Jul 18 Aug
2026
11 May 08 Jun 07 Sep 28 Sep
China: The Big One
Group Tour
28 days from £5040pp
The complete Chinese adventure - this itinerary takes more time to explore the highlights of this beautiful and eclectic country, from busy cities, rural utopias and quirky ancient towns where you are free to absorb the relaxed atmosphere.
Tour Highlights
  • Visit the imperial treasures of Beijing
  • Come face to face with the enigmatic Terracotta Warriors
  • Cruise the languid Li River
  • Climb the heights of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
  • Get lost in the mysterious Stone Forest
  • Sample delicious Shanghai breakfast snacks
Departs
2025
07 Apr 05 May 01 Sep
2026
30 Mar 04 May 31 Aug 05 Oct
Grand Mekong Odyssey
Group Tour
26 days from £6290pp
Spend two nights cruising Halong Bay Cruise the Mekong for 7 nights Experience one of the world's most scenic train rides Meet a Vietnamese war veteran at the Cu Chi Tunnels Walk in the rainforest of Cuc Phuong National Park Spend two nights in breathtaking Ninh Binh, known as 'Halong Bay on Land’
Tour Highlights
  • Spend two nights cruising Halong Bay
  • Cruise the Mekong for 7 nights
  • Experience one of the world's most scenic train rides
  • Meet a Vietnamese war veteran at the Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Walk in the rainforest of Cuc Phuong National Park
  • Spend two nights in breathtaking Ninh Binh, known as 'Halong Bay on Land’
Departs
2025
19 Mar 16 Apr 03 Sep 03 Sep 01 Oct 01 Oct 15 Oct 15 Oct 29 Oct 29 Oct
2026
28 Jan 28 Jan 25 Feb 25 Feb 11 Mar 11 Mar 25 Mar 25 Mar 09 Sep 09 Sep 04 Nov 04 Nov 18 Nov 18 Nov
Journey through Central Asia
Group Tour
27 days from £7940pp
Uncover the Silk Road's history Relax on Lake Issyk Kul Witness fascinating Eagle Hunting Browse the colourful bazaars Explore the exotic Khiva Discover ancient Samarkand
Tour Highlights
  • Uncover the Silk Road's history
  • Relax on Lake Issyk Kul
  • Witness fascinating Eagle Hunting
  • Browse the colourful bazaars
  • Explore the exotic Khiva
  • Discover ancient Samarkand
Departs
2025
14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep
2026
12 Apr 17 May 13 Sep 20 Sep
Japan by Land & Sea
Group Tour
23 days from £10140pp
Discover Japan's essential highlights on this great-value tour. Explore the historical cities of Tokyo and Kyoto, be awestruck by the beauty of Mt Fuji and experience the bright lights of Tokyo.
Tour Highlights
  • Sail from Kobe to Tokyo
  • Ascend Tokyo's towering Skytree
  • Explore Kyoto's culture treasures
  • Watch the adorable snow monkeys bathe in their hot spring pool
Departs
2025
13 Apr 13 Apr
Singapore to Tokyo
Group Tour
24 days from £8390pp
Discover Japan's essential highlights on this great-value tour. Explore the historical cities of Kyoto and Tokyo, be awestruck by the beauty of Mt Fuji and experience the bright lights of Tokyo.
Tour Highlights
  • Sail from Singapore to Kobe
  • Explore Kyoto's timeless temples
  • Watch the adorable snow monkeys bathe in their hot spring pool
  • Gaze on Japan's most iconic sight, magnificent Mount Fuji
Departs
2025
06 Mar 06 Mar
Osaka to Seoul
Group Tour
23 days from £6690pp
Discover Japan's essential highlights on this great-value tour. Explore the historical cities of Kyoto and Tokyo, be awestruck by the beauty of Mt Fuji and experience the bright lights of Tokyo. After disembarking your cruise explore the sights and sounds of Seoul, South Korea's capital.
Tour Highlights
  • Sail from Tokyo to Seoul
  • Explore Kyoto's timeless temples
  • Gaze on Japan's most iconic sight, magnificent Mount Fuji
  • Explore the vibrant city of Seoul
Beijing to Singapore
Group Tour
26 days from £6740pp
The quintessential experience, our new Cruise and Tour package offers a glimpse of China's glorious past, fascinating present and bright future with visits to the exceptional and contrasting cities of Beijing, Xian and Hong Kong. After disembarking your cruise, end your tour in Singapore enjoying the cities beautiful intertwines its vast greenery with urban landscape.
Tour Highlights
  • Sail from Hong Kong to Singapore
  • Walk on China's most iconic sight, the Great Wall
  • Discover more about the mysterious Terracotta Army
  • Explore under Hong Kong's iconic skyline
  • Sights of Singapore
Departs
2026
03 Mar 03 Mar
India by Land, Southeast Asia by Sea
Group Tour
26 days from £7490pp
On this Cruise and Tour package, you will have the chance to experience different sides of Indian culture; from the contrasts of Old and New Delhi, to the historic city of Agra, trying to spot the tigers in Ranthambore and exploring the beautiful palaces and architecture of Jaipur. This tour also offers the chance to enjoy the beautiful intertwines, vast greenery and urban landscape of Singapore.
Tour Highlights
  • Sail from Singapore to Hong Kong
  • Embark on tiger safaris through the wilds of Ranthambore National Park
  • Discover the marvellous modern metropolis that is Singapore
  • Explore under Hong Kong's iconic city skyline
Departs
2025
11 Dec 11 Dec
2026
04 Jan 19 Feb
Journey through Southern Africa
Group Tour
22 days from £8690pp
This new Cruise and Tour package will give you an unforgettable experience, discovering South Africa's most popular destination, the second largest national park in Botswana and one of the world's largest waterfalls.
Tour Highlights
  • Embark on a cruise that starts and ends in Cape Town
  • Stand before the mighty 'Smoke That Thunders’
  • Safari through the wilds of Botswana in one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations
  • Explore the history, culture and iconic sights of this glorious city
Indian Ocean Explorer
Group Tour
23 days from £7065pp
This new 'Cruise and Tour' package will give you an unforgettable experience, discovering some of the Indian Ocean's most beautiful islands and Mauritius.
Tour Highlights
  • Admire the impressive Garden's by the Bay in Singapore
  • Explore the vibrant markets of Port Louis
  • Visit the tropical paradise of Nosy Be and La Digue
  • Wonder at the dramatic Seven Coloured Earth in Mauritius
Departs
2026
10 Apr 10 Apr