New tours for 2009
Be one of the first to experience our fantastic new tours for 2009! We have let our imaginations run wild and come up with some fabulous new trips to such intriguing destinations as Angola, Uganda, Libya, Oman and Papua New Guinea; to hidden corners of India, Europe and Jordan; unusually themed trips exploring India’s spirituality, the different tribes of Tanzania or learning bush skills in Kenya; cycling tours through Thailand and Cuba and a fabulous volunteer trip in Namibia. Not forgetting our exhilarating land-based multi-activity trip to the fabulous Galapagos Islands!
All trips come with a free ‘Imaginative’ guarantee – imaginative itineraries, imaginative destinations and imaginative inclusions. Book your 2009 holiday with us NOW!!!
Africa
Kenya
Game Ranger Adventure
Track wildlife on foot, learn basic survival skills and conservation techniques and establish your own bush camp whilst on safari in the heart of Tsavo East National Park
Angola
Expedition to Angola
An eye-opening exploration of one of Africa’s most intriguing and alluring nations. Off limits for so long, now back on the map.
Tanzania
People of Africa
An incredible chance to live and learn with four different Tanzanian groups - Maasai pastoralists, Hadza hunter-gatherers, Chagga farmers and Swahili fishermen
Kenya and Uganda
Gorillas and Game
An amazing combination of gorilla tracking plus wildlife safaris in both Kenya and Uganda
Namibia
Conservation and Cats
Spend a week restoring land to its natural state based at the AfriCat Foundation with close access to wildlife, followed by two weeks exploring this incredible country
Mali
Festival on the Niger Extension
A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in one of the great African festivals - an exciting explosion of West African culture against the backdrop of the majestic river Niger
Middle East
Libya
Libya Revealed
Discover the ancient sites, rugged mountains, prehistoric rock art and desert oases of this ‘hidden’ country
Jordan
Nomadic Jordan
Secret Jordan at its best! Follow ancient Bedouin trails through incredibly remote and dramatic scenery to Petra
Jordan in Style
All the highlights of this friendly country (with some added extras!) using stylish accommodation throughout
Oman
Arabian Quest
The perfect winter destination offering culture, desert, mountains and beach as well as close encounters with the endangered green turtles
Turkey
Glimpse of Turkey
Fantastic variety from the fascinating landscapes of Cappadocia and Pamukkule to ancient Ephesus, religious Konya (home of the Whirling Dervishes) and exotic Istanbul
Europe
Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro
Heart of Europe
Experience a unique mix of cultures at this crossroads between East and West
Bulgaria, Albania and Macedonia
European Frontiers
Really getting off the beaten track to the very edge of Europe from the Ionian to the Black Sea
Slovenia
Alpine Slovenia
Pristine alpine landscapes and crystal clear lakes in one of Europe’s most spectacular and unspoilt countries
Croatia
Coastal Croatia
Magnificent mountain scenery, beautiful ancient cities and the exquisite Dalmatian coast
Greece
Athens, Meteora & Beyond
From the vertiginous mountainous monasteries at Meteora to the Ionian coast and Corinth Canal
Sweden
Husky Sled Adventure
A magical week of snow and ice in the wilderness of Swedish Lapland above the Arctic Circle
Spain
Undiscovered Spain
See a side of Spain you never knew existed in the Alpujarras mountains, the Moorish Taverna Desert and coastal Cabo de Gata National Park.
Andalucian Meanders
See the famous cities of Granada, Seville and Cordoba and the wild, remote mountain scenery of Grazalema National Park and the Pueblos Blancos
Russia
Moscow and St Petersburg
Let us take care of the bureaucracy whilst you enjoy comparing the vibrance of Moscow with the enchanting elegance of St Petersburg
India and The Himalayas
Wildlife of India
In search of the Three Big Cats: Tiger, Leopard & Lion in Ranthambore and Gir National Parks, southern Rajasthan and the Rann of Kutch
Frontiers of India
An exciting exploration to little-known Assam, Nagaland and Meghalaya including Kaziranga National Park
Spiritual India
A stimulating tour providing a fascinating insight into the country’s spirituality visiting the main pilgrimage sites of Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and Islam
Sameer’s Rajasthan
A specially designed tour tailored around and escorted by our highly acclaimed specialist guide Sameer Rathor
Bhutan - the Dragon Kingdom
A blend of trekking and culture through this remote mountain kingdom
South East Asia
Thailand
Cycle Thailand
A unique chance to see the Thailand most people would LOVE to see, cycling at a relaxed pace between sites including Khao Yai National Park, Chiang Mai and the Golden Triangle
Papua New Guinea
Kokoda Trail
Embark on one of the world’s great treks through the wild and remote heart of Papua New Guinea in the emotive and historical footsteps of Japanese and Australian forces.
South and Central America
Ultimate Galapagos!
Discover the Galapagos archipelago in a way you never thought possible on this brilliant land-based multi-activity adventure including kayaking, snorkelling, cycling and hiking
Cycling Cuba
Meet the locals whilst cycling to the rhythm of this fascinating country from colonial Havana, Cienfuegos and Trinidad through the scenic Viñales Valley to the golden Caribbean sands of Ancon beach
Family Trips
Tanzania
Safari & Beach Adventure
The complete African experience with some the world’s best game-viewing at the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, a visit to a Maasai highlands village and beach time at the Indian Ocean on the spice island of Zanzibar
Jordan Adventurer
Calling all Young Explorers to follow in Indy’s footsteps walking to the magnificent site of Petra, riding camels into the desert from a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum, floating at the Dead Sea and swimming at the Red Sea
Bali
Tropical Treasures
Get your fill of monkeys, dolphins, volcanoes, rice paddies and fabulous food! Chill out at the beach, wander exotic markets and hike up a live volcano to fry your egg for breakfast!
Mayan Mysteries and Mexican Waves
Become a modern day explorer venturing deep into the jungle at the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza and Palenque then relax on the beaches of Playa del Carmen and Isla Mujeres
Spirit of South Africa
Spot African wildlife at Kruger and Umfolozi National Parks and in the St Lucia Wetlands, trek and ride ponies in the Drakensberg Mountains, visit Swaziland and Lesotho and chill out on Indian Ocean beaches
