Experience major sites of antiquity and little known gems across the globe. We offer holidays that visits key ancient sites with an Explore twist to ensure your experience is one to remember:

• The Taj Mahal - visiting at sunrise might mean an early wake-up; but the experience of watching the weak sun burn off the mist of the Yamuna River to reveal the faint, evocative outline of the domes is truly unforgettable.

• Petra is the celebrated site of the Nabateans, and whilst other groups spend a few hours here, we usually have a guided visit and then another full day to visit for personal exploration of other locations in this vast and important site.

• A visit to The Great Wall of China at the most popular site of Badaling, closest to Beijing, can sometimes be a crowded experience. Some of our itineraries allow us to get away from the hordes and visit some of the quieter sections at Mutianyu, or even walk along a section to Simatai.

Check out our new History Tours for 2009

History is always an integral part of any of our tours so you can get the most out of and appreciate the context of a country but of course without it becoming dull and boring , but rather bringing the whole experience to life!

history comes alive

These specialist History Tours are all accompanied by experts in their field, so whilst our regular tours give a good overall appreciation from official guides at the sites, these tours will offer additional information and a far more in-depth background knowledge from an expert lecturer, travelling with you for the entire tour. Departures are limited and include unique routes and itineraries.

See all our history holidays