A spectacular expert-led gulet cruise from the famous island of Samos south through the entire Dodecanese chain, including eleven of the most beautiful and evocative of the Greek islands and no less than three UNESCO-listed World Heritage sites.
The finest country houses and gardens in northern England, from medieval to Victorian, with an emphasis on the eighteenth century.
All aspects of the country house are studied – architecture, furniture, decoration, works of art; gardens and parks; historical context and daily life; conservation and custodianship.
Unrushed: there is plenty of time.
During our visit (18 – 24 Aug '25, from £ 4061 pp, max 14 pax) we attend 4 concerts of the Gstaad Menuhin Festival in Switzerland. Our 5 star hotel is the epitome of Swiss style and service levels (with meals to match) and a network of cable cars and little mountain railways enables us to enjoy easy daily walks in superb Alpine scenery.
Sulawesi and North Maluku; islands of Indonesia in which unique traditions are still alive and well, where wildlife is abundant both on and offshore and landscapes are luscious and untouched.
The Italian Dolomites from Rail Holidays of the World is an exhilarating holiday in Italy. Available from 1 Oct 2025 to 1 Oct 2025 this 8 day trip costs from £3,765, which includes flights.
This 8-day extravaganza will take you through the fascinating, ever-changing vistas of an ancient and vibrant India from its capital in Delhi to its leading metropolis of Mumbai. Explore the glorious Taj Mahal in Agra, the sparkling city of Jaipur, the lakes and the glorious palaces at Udaipur and the stunning monuments of Vadodara.
Explore the vibrant heritage of Andalucia by discovering the captivating cities of Seville, Cordoba, and Granada, each representing a unique facet of a rich cultural tapestry. Uncover the essence of these three exquisite Andalucian gems through this unforgettable journey.
This small group tour combines the very best of both Armenia and Georgia, and is quite literally a feast for the senses with wine tasting, traditional bread baking, Armenian music and dancing and sensational views of ancient monasteries in scenic settings.
If you want to get off the beaten track in Cambodia and see the country a little differently to everyone else, then this is the perfect tour for you. If you don’t mind walking through the jungle with rescued elephants, sleeping in a luxury tent besides a remote temple or kayaking through green, luscious mangroves, that is.
Explore China on a deeper level from the huge Buddha Statues of Datong to the Sugarloaf Mountains of Guilin. This comprehensive tour will take you from the iconic Great Wall of China, Terracotta Warriors of Xian, Shanghai's intricate neighbourhoods, and the medieval city of Pingyao contrasting the ancient with the modern.
