Delightful variety of experiences, wonderful group leader. This trip was definitely more than the sum of its parts. Many of the visits to artisanal towns, ie, for porcelain, candles and to castles didn’t really resonate with me personally. There were more stays in cities than I would have liked, as I expected this to be more rural-oriented. Yet somehow, the whole experience, with the outdoor-orientation of the group, great food, wonderful hotels, an unforgettable group leader, added up to a trip I’ll always cherish. It was a perfect introduction to Japan for me.

Ron Hershey Japan Adventure: Kyushu & Shikoku

Super happy friendly locals, very varied terrain, loads of wildlife and a wide ranging introduction into Sri Lankan culture.

Helen Wardle Cycle the Back Roads of Sri Lanka

Stunning lakes shimmering in sunlight with volcano summits in the haze.
Some challenging but thoroughly enjoyable rides interspersed with some stunning and relaxing boat rides.

Helen Wardle Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina

Would thoroughly recommend this trip if you are looking for spectacular scenery. Photos really do not do it justice but the mountains, forests, lakes, glaciers, waterfalls and even the clouds are breathtaking.
The trip starts in the city of Buenos Aires which is a mix of old and new and would suggest adding a day or two to the trip to see more of it as we did.
Our trip was in their autumn, the last trip of the year and the autumn colours in the national parks were beautiful.
We were lucky with the weather and only one of the hikes was cut short because of heavy rain and no view.
The additional trips are well worth taking. We did the tango show in Buenos Aires, then Perito Moreno glacier boat trip and the boat trip in the Beagle Channel in Ushuaia although it was disappointing that we were not told in advance of our trip that the penguins had already migrated. We did still see sea lions and a whale sighting was a bonus but not guaranteed.
Our tour leader, Lara, was superb as were the guides who joined us on each of the hikes.

James Pettigrew Discover Patagonia

A perfect trip around Sicily with cloudless days and perfect temperatures.

Nigel Oatey Highlights of Sicily

Discovering the Algarve in Portugal was fantastic. Experiencing its beauty by exploring scenic hiking trails was the right way to go. Meeting charming local business owners and talented artisans along the way enhanced the trip. Hearing the story behind a family-run olive oil press or discovering how locally grown berries are transformed into liquors gave us insight into the passion people feel for their land and how they live on it. Sampling the local wines and savoring delicious meals at cozy restaurants was a bonus.

Margaret Meloni Walking Portugal's Wild Algarve