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Less crowds, more nature and the perfect temperatures for outdoor exploration - a spring holiday sounds idyllic to us!

As the skies begin to clear and nature awakens again, a buzz of anticipation reverberates through the quiet streets of Europe. Between the winter chill and those scorching temperatures that summer promises (and mostly delivers) is spring, a season of new beginnings. Mild weather and lengthening days make it the perfect time to enjoy popular destinations without the crowds.  

You could see the colourful tulip fields the Netherlands is so famous for on a river cruise or tick off Paris's iconic landmarks - like the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and the Pantheon - on a European tour. Plus, look out for Signature tours travel in a smaller group (with an average group size of 22) and take your holiday to the next level with even more included, like exciting dining experiences and wine-tastings - popular options for our foodie guests - additional visits and upgraded travel on some of our iconic rail journeys.

Outside of Europe, we have a range of tours available spanning North America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Perfect if you're looking to throw off the bone-deep chill of winter. Pick the perfect introduction to Japan - a land of contrasts where golden temples, Shinto shrines and grand palaces stand shoulder to shoulder with futuristic skyscrapers. Perhaps you'll choose to explore the natural wonders of Malaysia and Borneo or take an epic road trip through the USA's Deep South, discovering the music, food and hospitality these dynamic states are known for - this is just a taste of the adventures on offer, take a look and find your perfect spring holiday. 

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View of the traffic in front of the City View Café building in Hanoi, Vietnam
Wat Xiengthong Buddhist temple with gold exterior in Laos

Escorted Tour

Grand Tour of Indochina

  • Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam
  • 4* / 5* hotels
  • London Heathrow Airport
  • Daily breakfast & 6 lunches
  • 20 included experiences
Stunning Giraffe leaning towards bush in the Kenyan desert
Samburu National Reserve plains with acacia and thorn trees at Great Rift Valley, Kenya
Cormorant bird on hippo at Lake Naivasha in Kenya, Africa
Herd of wildebeests on the savannah with tourist vehicle in Masai Mara, Kenya
Group of African women from Samburu tribe in central Kenya, Africa

Escorted Tour

Grand Tour of Kenya

  • Kenya
  • 4* hotels
  • London Heathrow Airport
  • Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner
  • 9 included experiences
Villa Carlotta, Lake Como

Escorted Tour

Grand Tour of Lake Como, Milan & the Bernina Express

  • Italy, Switzerland
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • 9 included experiences
  • Small group tour only, avg. 22 people
  • Daily breakfast & 7 dinners
Gondola on Canal Grande with Rialto Bridge at sunset in Venice, Italy
Old bridge in Bassano del grappa in Italy with the mountain peaks in the distance
Countryside view of Santa Maddalena in National Park Puez Odle or Geisler summits. Dolomites, South Tyrol. Location Bolzano, Italy, Europe.
Vineyards in Girlan village spanning across the green valley with houses dotted inbetween

Escorted Tour

Grand Tour of Lake Garda, Venice and the Best of the Veneto

  • Italy
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • 11 included experiences
  • Small group tour only, avg. 22 people
  • Daily breakfast, 7 dinners and one light lunch
Panoramic view in the Colca Canyon, Peru
Stunning colorful sky and clouds at dusk in Arequipa, famous travel destination and landmark in Peru. Wide angle view from below of the colonial Cathedral. Panoramic frame.
An aerial view of Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and the surrounding peaks
Macaw parrots in the peruvian Amazon jungle at Madre de Dios, Peru

Escorted Tour

Grand Tour of Peru & the Amazon

  • Peru
  • 3* / 4* / 5* hotels
  • London Heathrow Airport
  • Daily breakfast, 6 lunches & 3 dinners
  • 13 included experiences

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