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4.5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Florence, London, Paris, Rome, Venice

Highlights

See Westminster Abbey, St.Pauls Cathedral, Trafalgar Square, the Tower of London, the House of Parliament, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.
Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower.
See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona.
Explore Florence, see Ponte Vecchio, the Medici Palace & Duomo
Enjoy gondola ride through Venice's iconic canals

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"I recently took the Best of Australia and New Zealand tour...added on Fiji and a day in Auckland...with Discovery Nomads. During the booking process they were attentive and helpful. However, the nightmare began after paying for the tour! They told us we would receive our itinerary 10 to 20 days before our trip. It was sent 4 days before departure. We booked a tour for the trans alpine train from Christchurch to Queensland which we were told after the fact, that it did not exist. Furthermore, they failed to make a transfer reservation from the airport to our hotel in Christchurch. It took a week of constant sending of emails to get credit. They never answered them! Credit was finally issued almost 25 days later. The nightmare continues...we had to call each shuttle ride to confirm as their confirmation numbers were wrong and the local company could never find our reservations. So now add the cost of all the phone calls! Furthermore, when we reached out to Discover Nomads to help us while traveling, they NEVER answered their phone or a request for refund by email. We were completely ignored and left on our own. The only saving grace was we were traveling in English speaking countries. Can you imagine this happening to you in a country that doesn't speak English? Nightmare!!!!! And no assist from this horrible company. The only communication from them was for flight delays which we found out first by checking into the airport and one response asking for how much I paid for my transfer and proof of payment. I explained that it was all electronic and requested a refund of my original payment...heard nothing again from them until seven days later they sent an email stating that a meeting point had changed. So they had my email, just refused to deal with refunds or help. In addition, they had us waiting 15 hours for a hotel room in two flights. We were not allowed to stay in hotel lobby for so long and we arrived at 1:00am. We ended up paying for an early check in. Also, all internal flights were booked with 7.5 kg cabin luggage only. We had to pay baggage fees of $45 per bag. The costs of this trip were way higher then we anticipated. We had quotes for private tours just $2,000 higher...we should have booked that as we probably spent close to that amount in other fees!! TAKE MY WARNING...DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!!!!"

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Avenue of the Volcanoes: Ecuador

By Travcoa

none

5/5 Excellent

2 reviews

Private Guided

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Andes Mountains, Quito

Highlights

Meet artist Oswaldo Viteri and enjoy a tour of his private collection
Hike, horseback ride or fish on Hacienda Campu Cochas private reserve
Explore the wildlife and waterfalls of a remote cloud forest
Ride the spectacular Nariz del Diablo train through the steep canyons of the Avenue of the Volcanoes
Tour the 18th century cathedrals and traditional Indian markets in Cuenca

Themes

Birding, Cultural, Education / Learning, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, Transformative, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"The wildlife viewing was incredible! We were able to take superb photos and the knowledge guides were enjoyable. We were impressed with our accommodations and especially the tented camps. The service at the camps were first rate!"

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Best of Italy Adventure Tour

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4.5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Florence, Milan, Rome, Venice

Highlights

See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona in Rome
Discover the Secrets of Michelangelo's Florence
See the Lining Tower of Pisa
Visit to the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica
Take a gondola ride in Venice

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Train & Rail Journeys

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Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam Tour

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4.5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris

Highlights

See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral
Visit Louvre Museum in Paris
Cruise the canals of Amsterdam
Visit Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Train & Rail Journeys

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Northwest Lifestyle Northbound

By InquisiTours

none

5/5 Excellent

24 reviews

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Washington

Highlights

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass
Sample award-winning beers
Kayak adventure
Visit Mt. Baker National Forest
Deluxe Accommodations

Themes

High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"I had an absolutely fabulous time on InquisiTours Wine & Rails tour. We had amazing food and wine, saw some incredible sights, everything you'd expect, but it was the unexpected that made this a WOW trip. Guy's spirit and great story telling, along with the little surprises he had planned (and some he improvised) along the way were exceptional. And although I went only knowing one other tour member, by the end of the trip it was like hanging out with old friends, some of whom I still keep in touch with. I can't recommend InquisiTours enough even if, and maybe *especially* if group travel isn't your norm. (Disclosure, I was comped the trip and attended as part of the media, but all of the above is an honest representation of my experience and I would do it all over again on my own.)"

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Ultimate Alaska by Rail

By Bon Voyage

none

5/5 Excellent

13 reviews

Private Guided

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Anchorage, Denali, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Kenai Fjords National Park, Mt. McKinley, Seward

Highlights

Denali National Park & Preserve
Glacier cruise
Fairbanks
Talkeetna
Anchorage

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"The Perfect Agency for USA tours. This holiday was to be the gift to both my wife and i that we promised ourslves upon retirement and we could not have picked a better agency to arrange it. Touring New England in the fall staying at clapboard B&Bs', perfect. Thanks to our advisor Monica and the team for making our dream into a reality. Their attention to detail was amazing. They know their business alright."

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Best of Spain Adventure Tour

none

4.5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Córdoba, Granada, Madrid, Seville

Highlights

Explore Madrid and walk around the Gran Via, the Puerta del Sol & Plaza de Espana
Visit Alhambra and Generalife in Granada
Visit the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza de Espana in Seville
Enjoy flamenco show

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Train & Rail Journeys

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Northwest Wine and Rail Tour

By InquisiTours

none

5/5 Excellent

24 reviews

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Columbia River Gorge, Washington

Highlights

Washington's off the beaten path destinations.
Mountains and Wine Country.
Unique train ride.
Charming small towns.
World-class wines.

Themes

50 plus, Culinary & Wine, Train & Rail Journeys

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5 days From$2,699

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21 Day Grand Tour Discover Real New Zealand

Local Expert

Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.

5/5 Excellent

40 reviews

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

They are dedicated to providing personalized, authentic, and sustainable travel experiences that showcase the best of their country.

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Fiordland National Park, Pacific Ocean, Queenstown, Rotorua, Tasmania, Wellington

Highlights

All inclusive tour package prepared by New Zealand based specialists so you sit back and relax
An exciting itinerary will be customised to suit you - let us help plan and perfect your dream vacation
We offer self-drive trips (rental car) we arrange all your accomodations, activities, attractions (you select) we book your car (fun, freedom, independence, flexibility) you set the pace each day or, select a private driver trip (fully guided) or, escorted coach tours (daily commentary).
Either way, you will have an awesome time on our wonderful 21 day Grand New Zealand Tour with Real New Zealand Tours.

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Relaxing Retreats, Small Ship Cruise, Train & Rail Journeys, Trekking & Expeditions, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, Sailing, Golf

What travelers are saying

"Geoff helped my wife and I to put together an itinerary that customized to our particular interests and preferences. At the outset he asked us where we'd like to go and, after a small number of iterations, together we were able able to craft an itinerary that met our budget, touched on much of the places we wanted, and did not have us staying at a different resort each night. Before leaving for our trip we were given our itinerary and confirmation #'s/vouchers/contact #'s for all of our activities and hotels captured in an easy-to-use app that made it extremely easy to transition to the next point of our journey. He and his assistant were quick to respond to any questions we had along the way as well. Overall, we had a great stay and highly endorse Geoff and RealNZ for anyone planning a bespoke trip to NZ."

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Romantic Italy

By Top Travel Italy

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Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.

5/5 Excellent

18 reviews

Private Guided

Why we love them

Their flexible and customizable approach, along with their expert local guides, sets them apart from other tour operators and travel agencies in Italy

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Florence, Rome, Tuscany, Venice

Highlights

Colosseum and Roman Empire walking tour
Roman aperitif at sunset
Vatican and Sistine’s Chapel tour
Florence highlights and Accademia tour
Siena and Chianti with wine tasting

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Train & Rail Journeys, Photography

What travelers are saying

"It was a leap of faith for us to use Zicasso, a service that connected us to Top Travel Italy, and to book a trip with a travel agent because we've always planned our own vacations in the past. It turned out great! Their model works. Zicasso recommended two agencies in Italy, our destination country, and we chose Top Travel Italy based on their responsiveness. What fun to create a customized itinerary based on their recommendations -- we told them how many days we could travel, what our budget was, and roughly what we wanted to do. They came back with a first draft and we tweaked it from there. Everything worked smoothly while we were in Italy -- we had good hotels and great tour guides, but I think the highlight for me was the private drivers! Driving in Cinque Terre, Rome, and the Amalfi Coast would have been stressful and it was wonderful to leave that to the professionals. And always, Top Travel was a phone call or an email away if we needed them."

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Canadian Rockies by Train

By Tours of Distinction

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4.9/5 Excellent

51 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Banff National Park, Jasper, Lake Louise, Pacific Ocean, Vancouver

Highlights

Fresh air and natural wonders are only part of the best destination in Western Canada
Canada’s most livable city - Vancouver
Meet wildlife in Jasper National Park! You can possible spot elk, moose, bears, deers and more among the towering verdant pines
Dotted with over 100 glaciers, waterfalls and pristine emerald lakes, the Ice-fields Parkway is one of the most scenic drives in the world
Experience the Rockies by train onboard VIA Rail’s ‘The Canadian’ and relax in the dome car for endless sweeping views of the mountains.

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, Photography

What travelers are saying

"We loved this trip. Our guide was excellent. We really enjoyed all the included highlights. Our favorite was Biltmore Estate. It is a must!"

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Indochina Uncovered In 19 Days

By Realistic Asia

premier

4.9/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They focus on the details to ensure that their travelers get a great introduction to their home country of Vietnam.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Can Tho, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Hoi An , Luang Prabang, Pakse , Phnom Penh , Siem Reap, Vientiane

Highlights

Visit the magnificent religious site of the Khmer Empire Angkor Wat
Take a boat trip in a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap Lake
Visit the floating market and Tra Su cajuput forest
Get away from the crowd with the Ba Vi Eco tour
Enjoy an overnight cruise in the legendary Halong Bay, one of the UNESCO-recognized World Heritage Sites

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"Our family had an amazing time with Realistic Asia’s package. The tour was very suitable for my family, which included children since we loved trekking. We enjoyed the stunning views, and the trek was at an easy pace for our kids. The tour guides and the staff are very professional and enthusiastic. I was very impressed with their attitude. We were very happy with the service and the places we have been to."

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11 Days Best of Vietnam North to South Vacation

By S Vietnam Adventures

Local Expert

Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.

5/5 Excellent

51 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Cu Chi Tunnels, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Mekong Delta, Ninh Binh

Highlights

Enjoy a cruise in Halong Bay
Experience the ancient wonder of Hanoi old quarter
Admire the unspoiled natural landscape in rural province of Ninh Binh
Take chill time on the poetic old quarter of Hoi An
Explore Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Tunnels

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Cycling & Biking, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Absolutely delighted with the impeccable service provided by Emily and Tracy Tran and S Vietnam Adventures! From start to finish, our family trip to Vietnam was flawlessly organized, thanks to Tracy's expertise and attention to detail. The hotels, transfers, and tour guides were top-notch, offering us a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout our journey. Tracy's recommendations for places to visit were spot-on, ensuring we didn't miss any must-see attractions during our limited time in Vietnam. The accommodations were not only conveniently located but also exceeded our expectations in terms of quality and service. Overall, S Vietnam Adventures went above and beyond to make our trip unforgettable. We wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone planning a trip to Vietnam. Tracy and her team are not only affordable but also provide exceptional value and customer satisfaction. We look forward to booking our next adventure with S Vietnam Travel without hesitation!"

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Our two-day Inka trek was amazing! Everything was so well organized and on time. Our tour guide, Ronnie, was so knowledgeable about the history of all of the sites w...

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Did Rainbow mountain trek with these guys and they were great, super organized and our guide Odon was a really nice man.He was very friendly and so knowable about th...

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