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Chile, Argentina & Brazil in 16 days - Latin Capitals & Mendoza Winelands - Superior
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Chile, Argentina & Brazil in 16 days - Latin Capitals & Mendoza Winelands - Superior

By Exoticca
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, Copacabana, Iguazu Falls, Mendoza, Rio de Janeiro, Santiago, Sugar Loaf

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The whole trip was well organised. The driver and the guide Geci were both excellent at their job. The scenery of Albania was amazing. Hotels were of the star grading advertised and all breakfasts were of a good standard. Would recommend Exoticca and this Albanian trip to everyone."

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-12%$4,103
16 days From$3,599
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Costa Rica in 7 days - A Week In Paradise - Self-Drive
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Costa Rica in 7 days - A Week In Paradise - Self-Drive

By Exoticca
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Arenal Volcano

Highlights

  • Arenal
  • Guanacaste
  • Samara

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The whole trip was well organised. The driver and the guide Geci were both excellent at their job. The scenery of Albania was amazing. Hotels were of the star grading advertised and all breakfasts were of a good standard. Would recommend Exoticca and this Albanian trip to everyone."

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-26%$1,214
7 days From$899
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Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam in 18 days - Bangkok, Angkor Wat & Ha Long Bay - Luxury
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Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam in 18 days - Bangkok, Angkor Wat & Ha Long Bay - Luxury

By Exoticca
preferred
4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bangkok, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Killing Fields, Ninh Binh, Paris, Phnom Penh , Siem Reap, Tonle Sap Lake

Highlights

  • Halong Bay
  • Hanoi
  • Ho Chi Minh
  • Bangkok
  • Angkor Wat
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The whole trip was well organised. The driver and the guide Geci were both excellent at their job. The scenery of Albania was amazing. Hotels were of the star grading advertised and all breakfasts were of a good standard. Would recommend Exoticca and this Albanian trip to everyone."

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Namibia & Zimbabwe in 14 days - Safari, Sand Dunes & Victoria Falls - Charm
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Namibia & Zimbabwe in 14 days - Safari, Sand Dunes & Victoria Falls - Charm

By Exoticca
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Windhoek, Zambezi River

Highlights

  • Victoria Falls
  • Etosha National Park
  • Swakopmund
  • Twyfelfontein
  • Windhoek

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The whole trip was well organised. The driver and the guide Geci were both excellent at their job. The scenery of Albania was amazing. Hotels were of the star grading advertised and all breakfasts were of a good standard. Would recommend Exoticca and this Albanian trip to everyone."

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14 days From$4,499
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Italy & Egypt in 16 days - Eternal Cities, Pyramids & Nile Cruise - Superior 3N Cruise
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Italy & Egypt in 16 days - Eternal Cities, Pyramids & Nile Cruise - Superior 3N Cruise

By Exoticca
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Aswan, Cairo, Colosseum, Florence, Forum, Luxor, Pisa, Rome, Sistine Chapel, Valley of the Kings, Venice

Highlights

  • Aswan
  • Cairo
  • Giza
  • Luxor
  • Nile River
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The whole trip was well organised. The driver and the guide Geci were both excellent at their job. The scenery of Albania was amazing. Hotels were of the star grading advertised and all breakfasts were of a good standard. Would recommend Exoticca and this Albanian trip to everyone."

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16 days From$3,099
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Brazil, Argentina & Chile in 18 days - Cities, Falls & Glaciers of South America - Charm
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Brazil, Argentina & Chile in 18 days - Cities, Falls & Glaciers of South America - Charm

By Exoticca
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, Copacabana, El Calafate, Iguazu Falls, Patagonia, Rio de Janeiro, Santiago, Sugar Loaf

Highlights

  • Puerto Natales
  • Santiago de Chile
  • Torres del Paine National Park
  • Buenos Aires
  • El Calafate
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The whole trip was well organised. The driver and the guide Geci were both excellent at their job. The scenery of Albania was amazing. Hotels were of the star grading advertised and all breakfasts were of a good standard. Would recommend Exoticca and this Albanian trip to everyone."

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Japan in 11 days - Wonders of Nippon - Superior Winter Sale
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Japan in 11 days - Wonders of Nippon - Superior Winter Sale

By Exoticca
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4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Kyoto
  • Osaka
  • Tokyo

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The whole trip was well organised. The driver and the guide Geci were both excellent at their job. The scenery of Albania was amazing. Hotels were of the star grading advertised and all breakfasts were of a good standard. Would recommend Exoticca and this Albanian trip to everyone."

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11 days From$2,499
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South Africa, Zimbabwe & Botswana in 13 days - Cape, Kruger, Victoria Falls & Chobe N.P. - Superior
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South Africa, Zimbabwe & Botswana in 13 days - Cape, Kruger, Victoria Falls & Chobe N.P. - Superior

By Exoticca
preferred
4.4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cape Town, Chobe National Park, Johannesburg, Kasane, Kruger National Park, Table Mountain, Zambezi River

Highlights

  • Chobe National Park
  • Victoria Falls
  • Cape Town
  • Johannesburg
  • Kruger National Park

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The whole trip was well organised. The driver and the guide Geci were both excellent at their job. The scenery of Albania was amazing. Hotels were of the star grading advertised and all breakfasts were of a good standard. Would recommend Exoticca and this Albanian trip to everyone."

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I love our tour leader Edith and the support we got from her was excellent!

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Homestays & Local Immersion Tour Selection Trips

  • Do your research and ask questions. Homestays can be a wonderful insight into local life, but occasionally hotels are falsely advertised as "home stays".
  • Be a courteous guest. Tidy up after yourself, and look out for house rules, such as taking your shoes off before entering. Your host should enjoy having you as much as you enjoy staying there!
  • Stretch beyond your comfort zone! You may encounter squat toilets, cold showers and strange new foods, but it's all part of the experience. And who knows, you may find you have a taste for boiled frog or fried crickets.
  • Spend time with your hosts. A homestay is more than simply renting a room - it is a chance to get involved with a family's way of life. And don't forget that the reason many people agree to host is to learn about your culture, too.

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