If green vineyards, charming villages & fine French cuisine are just what the doctor ordered, then this laidback bike tour through the Loire Valley is for you. As the playground of kings since the 10th-century, the Loire Valley is plentiful in magnificent ancient structures, built during the heyday of French royalty & nobility. What better way to explore this rich chateau country than on a cycling sojourn? Not only is this tour one of the finest ways to see France, but will leave you feeling revitalised & refreshed. ...

Get among all the excitement & glamour of Los Angeles on this three-night short tour. From iconic sights in old Hollywood to the quintessential Californian vistas of Venice Beach, this visit to Los Angeles will reveal the many delights & contrasts of this spellbinding city. Walk in the footsteps of movie stars, shop for clothes worn by the famous & maybe be lucky enough to spot a celebrity or two along the way. ...

Get among all the excitement & glamour of Los Angeles on this three-night short tour. From iconic sights in old Hollywood to the quintessential Californian vistas of Venice Beach, this visit to Los Angeles will reveal the many delights & contrasts of this spellbinding city. Walk in the footsteps of movie stars, shop for clothes worn by the famous & maybe be lucky enough to spot a celebrity or two along the way. ...

This overland adventure combines the beauty of natural landmarks with unforgettable cultural experiences. From the &0 City of Angels&0 travel through the Californian desert to see the famous Joshua Tree & along Route 66 to Las Vegas. Survive Death Valley & explore the majestic Yosemite National Park before visiting the seemingly bottomless Crater Lake. Hike through the forested canyons in Silver Falls & climb Mount St Helens, a surreal active volcano. This tour of the US is the perfect balance of nature & adventure. ...

A region of rugged landscapes, iconic wildlife & some seriously isolated people, travelling in Ethiopia's Omo Valley often feels like a journey into old-world Africa. Lake Chamo's fishermen casually clean their catch by the riverbank as humungous crocs skulk offshore, traditional initiation rites & superstitions prevail over every aspect of village life &, to the people of the Mursi, Hamer & Karo tribes, the outside world seems to exists as an aside. Not only is English as alien a language as the country's national tongue of Amharic, but the hallmarks of Western culture take on markedly different appeals. Soft drink bottle caps are woven into necklaces, mobile phone recharge vouchers are fashioned into earrings & elaborate body-paint & hairstyles are favoured over clothing. As far as exotic, intercultural encounters go, this is a trip as fascinating as it is mind-blowing. ...

Commencing this amazing journey in historic Luang Prabang we overland up through the lush, tropical landscape of Laos & cross into southern China, exploring the remote Nam Ha protected area along the way. Head through the province of Yunnan
- home to a complex mix of history, people & landscape
- visiting local towns, villages & markets on the way to Kunming. Discover hidden China & Laos on a trip that gets you well away from the tourist trail.

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Experience the incredible diversity of South-East Asia on an overland journey from the beautiful temples of Luang Prabang to the hustle & bustle of modern Singapore. For those seeking to immerse themselves in the magic of South-East Asia, this amazing adventure encompasses some of Asia&0s most dynamic cities & remarkable landscapes. From the relaxed vibe of Laos to the bustle of Bangkok to the beaches of Malaysia, this trip is an unforgettable way to see the best of South-East Asia. ...

Discover hidden China & Laos on this adventure beyond the tourist trail. Head off from historic Luang Prabang on a tour through Laos & explore the remote Nam Ha protected area. Pass through tropical Laos & enter the surreal landscape of southern China. Journey through the Yunnan & Sichuan regions & discover a fascinating mix of people all the way to the final destination, Xi&0an. See breathtaking sights like the Terracotta Warriors, the Three Gorges & the Tiger Leaping Gorge, & have an unforgettable encounter with China&0s iconic panda. This trip from Luang Prabang to Xi&0an is an incredible introduction to the region. ...

Discover hidden China & Laos on this adventure beyond the tourist trail. Head off from historic Luang Prabang on a tour through Laos & explore the remote Nam Ha protected area. Pass through tropical Laos & enter the surreal landscape of southern China. Journey through the Yunnan & Sichuan regions & discover a fascinating mix of people all the way to the final destination, Xi&0an. See breathtaking sights like the Terracotta Warriors, the Three Gorges & the Tiger Leaping Gorge, & have an unforgettable encounter with China&0s iconic panda. This trip from Luang Prabang to Xi&0an is an incredible introduction to the region. ...

It’s one of the most peaceful countries on the planet, so who would have thought that Nepal could also hold one of the world’s most rugged, shatteringly cold & bone-breaking challenges for trekkers & adventurers. It will be tough, but luckily the friendly nature & kind smiles of the Nepalese people will warm your heart in ways that a duck-feathered parka cannot. Trekking to Everest Base Camp is an incredible challenge but it also proves to be very rewarding. The hike heads straight towards some of the most incredible scenery on the planet, including the blue lakes of Gokyo & views of the world’s biggest heavyweight, measuring 8, 848 metres – mighty Mt Everest. ...