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Upper Dolpo Trek

By Travel Max Guide

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4.8/5 Excellent

14 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Durbar Square, Kathmandu

Highlights

Pre Buddhist Bon Po Religion
Phoksundo Lake
Stunning waterfalls and pristine rivers
Mountain views of Daulagiri, The North Annapurnas and many more
Rural villages

Themes

Trekking & Expeditions, Volunteering & Community Service, Photography

What travelers are saying

"I did trekking with Travel Max Guide team. They are very professional, caring and have good knowledge about the local culture and the places. At the time of trekking, I love the way guiding to me in the Himalayas of Nepal. Great. Everything was fine for me. This one is my remarkable trip. I do recommend Travel Max Guide those who are looking to do trekking in Nepal. Keep it up guys."

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Morocco

By The Vacation Project

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5/5 Excellent

8 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Marrakech

Highlights

Stay with a local family in the local community.
Discover the spots that most tourists won't know about
Explore Marrakech

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Singles Travel, Transformative, Volunteering & Community Service

What travelers are saying

"We went to a custom trip to Nepal with the Vacation Project in April and it was the best time of my life. Getting to know new people, traditions and culture was truly amazing. Our guide Rakesh was well prepared and made us feel like we were long time friends, which made the time in Nepal really special. Working with the children in Changu was amazing and all i can hope for is that i made an impact on their lifes, just like they made on mine. I can totally recommend a trip with TVP!"

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Volunteer with Elephants in Thailand

By Global Vision International

none

4.6/5 Excellent

21 reviews

Group Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Chiang Mai

Highlights

The goal of this project is to have semi-wild herds of elephants living, socializing, and foraging in their natural habitat, supervised by their mahouts around their local village.
Volunteers can learn about elephant behavior and contribute directly to the elephants’ lives by providing working alternatives for the owners, mahouts (elephant keepers) and villagers
Learn about elephant history, behavior, training, biology, social skills, and more.

Themes

Education / Learning, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative, Volunteering & Community Service

What travelers are saying

"I can honestly say that joining the GVI Turtle and Lemon Shark Conservation Project was the best thing I have ever done. It is an experience I will value for the rest of my life. Right from the very beginning with the field manual I knew this trip was going to be amazing but nothing can prepare you for how stunning it is. I remember one day, I was chilling in the hammock before dinner when I saw a juvenile Lemon Shark and a ray. I called everyone and we watched the shark almost beach itself on a few occasions. However the best experience for me was when I was lucky enough to see not 1 or 2 but 3 Hawksbill Turtles lay their eggs all in one day. It was magical. The staff were so knowledgeable and were always happy to help. I have learnt to cook food for 25 people with very limited cooking equipment and ingredients, loved every Friday BBQ night and made friends for life."

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Myanmar: Culture and Conservation Journey

By Elevate Destinations

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Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Bagan, Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon

Highlights

Highlights will be your visit to the illuminated Shwedagon Pagoda, where you can experience a magical and mystical moment
Learn about the history of the pagoda and the daily life of locals, and gain deeper insight in the Buddhist religion and how the spiritual belief is blended with nats – the Myanmar spirits
Minnanthu, a favorite temple area among visitors to Bagan, is loved for its quiet and unique atmosphere
In Bagan visit to local villages off the beaten track.
Volunteering in a local community, planting trees or teaching English or environmental education.

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative, Volunteering & Community Service

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Malawi: Service and Safari

By Elevate Destinations

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Group Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Liwonde National Park

Highlights

Experience the pleasures of simplicity and the truly joyful spirit of the villagers
Safari in Liwonde National Park
Enjoy game drives
Take a guided walking safari
Enjoy volunteering at Njobvu.

Themes

Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Transformative, Volunteering & Community Service

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9 days From$2,500

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Explore Southern Sicily

By G Adventures

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4.8/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Agrigento, Catania, Sicily, Syracuse

Highlights

Take a cooking class and learn how to make iconic sicilian dishes
Wander the narrow streets of ortigia
Admire one of the most well-preserved multi-coloured floor mosaics from roman times
Discover one of the best-preserved ancient greek temples in existence
Visit the cathedral in monreale and witness the finest example of norman architecture in sicily

Themes

Cultural

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"The tour had an excellent itinerary and activities, giving a broad overview of Peru - we loved it. Accommodations (with one exception) were great, and all had an included breakfast buffet. The tour's included activities (e.g. cooking class, pisco tour and tasting, potato park, boat tour of Isla Ballestas) were terrific. Appreciated the two included flights which saved a lot of driving time. Logistics were handled, and everything was smooth and easy (thanks to our CEO, Mary Chu!)."

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India Tiger Safari

By Explore!

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3/5 Average

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

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Delhi, Khajuraho, Rajasthan

Highlights

Explore 5 different national parks over 2 weeks in search of the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger
Search for wildlife in Bandhavgarh, boasting the highest population-density of tigers in the world
Private 4WD safaris and a boat trip to seek out India's exotic wildlife

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Hiking & Walking, Safari

What travelers are saying

"For anyone wanting to see a lot of Morocco this tour is perfect. It really does cover a lot of the country and provides a very good insight into Moroccan life - for the rich and not so rich. Everything was very well organised and both the tour guide and driver were excellent. As well as being extremely knowledgeable they were on hand at all time to help, advise and assist with things. The local guides were also excellent and full of interesting information. Being able to sample local foods from the markets and street vendors was really good, as was the tagline cookery class. On the other hand the cous-cous demonstration was very poor and the facilities at the hotel where it was provided less than acceptable. In fact the place was so dirty it completely put me off eating there. Apart from this hotel - the hotel Awayou, all of the hotels were of a reasonable standard., the exceptions being the Chebbi Dune Luxury Desert Camp which was very good indeed. A wonderful desert experience with first class food, accommodation and lovely staff. The Riad Basim was also superb, everything about it beautifully done and a haven of tranquility from the chaos of Marrakech. Spending our last two nights in the beautiful hotel made a perfect ending to a very memorable trip. We were a very small group - just 3 people, and our guide didn't organise a group tip. This made things difficult at times because we had no idea of a suitable amount to tip our local guides. As a consequence I spent far more on tipping than I had budgeted for. I think it would be helpful for Explore to give guidance on tipping for local guides where no group tip is organised. A final point on the name of the trip "A Taste of Morocco'. I presume this to be a play on words, meaning the tour takes in a lot of cities but also provides interesting culinary experiences. It certainly does both but a little more detail on the culinary element might be useful. For example, a copy of the recipes for cous-cous and tagine would have been helpful. Although the ingredients of the these were shown to us there was almost no information about quantities, cooking times etc. and both people giving the cookery demonstrations spoke no English so asking questions wasn't possible. We also never did discover the ingredients that make up Ras al Hanout - I guess I'll just have to return to find out!"

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Italy: Lake Como & the Italian Lake District

By VBT Bicycling Vacations

premier

4.9/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Group Tour

Why we love them

Their unique emphasis on immersive cultural experiences combined with active exploration with personalized cycling experiences.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Lake Como, Milan, Monte Isola, St. Moritz

Highlights

Sample delicious sparkling wines at a cantina in Franciacorta, Italy’s “Champagne” region.
Cycle the scenic lakeside bike paths around Lake Iseo, made famous when the artist Christo installed his “floating piers” here.
Marvel at breathtaking scenery when you ride the UNESCO-listed Bernina railway, then cycle among the splendid Bernina peaks.
Ride the easy bike paths of the Valtellina valley, blanketed in vineyard terraces among miles of dry-stone walls.
Taste delicious Pizzoccheri pasta and local cheeses only found in Valtellina.

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"This trip is unbelievably fantastic. Two of the best rides of my life, were on this tour. The guides were very good and this was just the start, when we met them, at the hotel in Cortina. Cortina was the site of the 1956 Olympics, and is a small pretty village. Nothing was open the two nights we were there, so probably bad timing. Hotel was a typical ski village hotel, good Italian/German food, and very comfortable. Second day of biking was up an old railroad spur that is now a ski trail about 15-20 K up to a mountain pass called Cimabanche Pass, which is beautiful. We rode up in a snow storm, then rain, then finally clear skies. This was the number two best ride of my life. Starting out from the hotel in Cortina, up the old spur, through single track bike trails, past babbling brooks, up to this fabulous mountain pass. This is now where the fun starts. Mostly downhill on paved roads very little traffic, at good speeds, through the most spectacular valleys you would ever see on a bike ride. Breathtaking. It had to end back at the hotel for a big dinner. The best ride of my life was the last biking day out of Merano. We were bused up 1500 K, about 85-90 miles to Lake Resia, high up in the Dolomites, then rode around the lake, down, back to Merano. High mountain peaks, many valleys,small towns, many grape growing farms, scenery, the best, and cool brisk weather. This was truly a great bike tour, one I will never forget. The trip is rated easy, but maybe easy/moderate is closer. The Hotel in Merano is excellent, middle of old town, modern, has a thermal bath, rooms were very good. The town of Merano is a must see if in the area, small, beneath the high mountains of the Dolomites, good restaurants, lots of tourists."

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Cappadocia Short Break

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Cappadocia, Goreme

Highlights

Discover an out-of-this-world landscape, made up of mystical fairy chimneys and cave-like dwellings.
Visit one of Cappadocia’s famous local wineries and enjoy your glass with the best natural entertainment (sunset, of course).
Walk past ancient architecture at your own pace, with heaps of free time and a flexible local guide to show you the way.
Explore the fascinating underground city of Kaymakli, listen to local stories and admire artwork from the Byzantine-era.
Hike the beautiful Red Valley or Love Valley and spark your imagination with the natural rock formations that dot the land.

Themes

Cultural, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Best China with Great Wall & Yangtze Cruise

By Odynovo

premier

5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Private Guided

Why we love them

They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Beijing, Chongqing, Guilin, Shanghai, Xian, Yangtze River, Yichang

Highlights

Marvel at the winding and splendid Great Wall in Beijing.
Witness the mysterious Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an.
Enjoy a scenic Li River cruise in Guilin, with the karst pinnacles and serene countryside.
Embark on a 4-day Yangtze cruise and admire the Three Gorges Dam.
Explore the Bund, Yu Gardens, and the French Concession in Shanghai.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"I didn’t take this tour exactly, but made some changes based on my schedule and interests and travel dates. It was my first time in Southeast Asia and I was a traveling solo female. Liz my trip consultant and contact person was so helpful and responsive to any and all my concerns and questions. It was a trip of a lifetime. I can not gush enough about the itinerary and experiences. I am completely impressed with is company and this person. Ya ya in Chang Mai and Sam in Bangkok are top notch guides. The diving in Phuket was arranged with Siam diving, a small private boat not an over stuffed crowded one. It felt like we were the only people in the ocean. Goo, GO, GO!!!!"

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Central Mexico: Oaxaca to Mexico City

By G Adventures

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Mexico City

Highlights

Explore the ancient ruins of monte albán
Bike through farmland and agave fields to a petrified waterfall
Learn all about (and eat!) mexico's delectable regional cuisine
Visit a talavera ceramics workshop in puebla
Glide through the canals of xochimilco on a boat

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Best of Ireland and Scotland 2024

By Brendan Vacations

none

4.2/5 Great

5 reviews

Group Tour

Why we love them

They have a high level of personalized attention and curated itineraries for Ireland & Scotland.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

: Explore Dublin, Londonderry, Belfast and Edinburgh with a Local Specialist
: Discover Waterford, Adare, Galway and Glasgow
: Visit the Irish National Stud in Kildare, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle, Giant's Causeway, Titanic Experience in Belfast, a whisky distillery, Pitlochry and Edinburgh Castle
: View Eilean Donan Castle, the battlefield of Culloden and the 18th green at St. Andrews
: See St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral and Loch Lomond

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"We just went on Iconic Ireland and Ashford Castle and had a wonderful time. This was our first bus tour and we didn't know quite what to expect, however, we couldn't have had a more perfect time. Ireland is a beautiful country and we were stunned and thrilled with all the beauty we were able to see. The hotels were great - some definitely better than others but all were comfortable. My only complaint was that our last hotel had no ac and Ireland was experiencing a heat wave so the fan didn't help very much. That wasn't anyone's fault and I just went with the flow. Barbara (our guide) and Marina (our driver) were great and genuinely seemed to be concerned with everyone's comfort. The grande finale of Ashford Castle was incredible. Such a beautiful place and to be able to stay a night there was incredible. I ended up doing the Hawk Walk and horseback riding and I would recommend both - especially the hawk walk to anyone - I think people who are good riders would probably get to do more than we did but it was still great. I would recommend Brendan and this trip to anyone. Perfect amount of down time and activity. Loved it!"

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Spain and Portugal Highlights

By Eskapas

preferred

4.7/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Group Tour

Why we love them

They introduce their travelers to real locals through their selection of guides and off-the-beaten-path restaurants and attractions.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Ávila, Barcelona, Coimbra, Granada, Lisbon, Madrid, Porto, Salamanca, Seville, Valencia

Highlights

Be immersed in the cultures of Spain and Portugal
Spain and Portugal highlights
Fully escorted trip with guaranteed departures

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

"Wonderful, we really liked it."

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