Archaeology Tours

This specialized tour is based in the Utcubamba and Marañon valleys, both known for their magnificent scenery, surrounded by deep cliffs.

The Marañon valley, with a 2,500-meter-deep canyon, is exceptionally rich in endemic wildlife. The final days of the tour are spent in Cajamarca, a town and region in northern Peru with a rich cultural heritage.

Hike up to the third largest waterfall in the world, visit the great walled city of Kuelap, and explore the cultural city of Cajamarca.

Spend 14 days in Vietnam and immerse yourself in a collection of World Heritage Sites in Vietnam from historic and cultural to breath taking beautiful natural landscapes. This trip offers you a chance to explore most of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Vietnam from the wonderful landscape of Halong Bay to the charm of Hoi An ancient town, the cultural and historic site of Ben Hai, Hien Luong Bridge and Long Tan Battle Field. This tour will immerse you in history, nature, tradition.

This tour allows you to experience the full range of culture, history and a bit of adventure in The North and Central Highlands of Vietnam from the ethnic minority communities to the modern cities and the everything in between. One of the best ways to learn about the traditions of Vietnam is to travel around the north where you will be met with breath-taking scenery and fascinating local culture.

Let’s explore Vietnam in 3 weeks to enjoy all the highlights of this S-shaped country. You will have a great time full of joy and happiness, discover the tradition of the Vietnamese people as well as the amazing nature in each place and relax at the beach in Phu Quoc island.

A central hotel provides a comfortable base from which to take a guided tour of the historical centre. A major Orthodox church, a 16th century Muslim mosque, a Jewish synagogue and the city’s Catholic cathedral are all within a few hundred metres. Discover fascinating museums and the crafts still practised in the atmospheric bazaars and travel to the highland village of Lukomir and the world famous medieval bridge of Mostar.

Our 3-day tour of the northern coastal desert of Peru explores the lands of the Moche Civilization and Chimu Culture, pre-Inca contemporaries of the Nazca Civilization. This short trip makes an excellent post-trip extension to any Peru itinerary.

Enjoy a visit to the Huaca Moche Museum, the El Dragon ruins, the valley of pyramids known as Túcume and more on this short trip.

For those with limited time, this five day introductory tour gives a great taste of Albania, taking in Tirana, the ancient port city of Durres on the Adriatic coast and the hilltop citadel of Kruja, the 15th century home of Albania’s great national hero, Skanderbeg.

Walk the best preserved sections of Hadrian’s wall, beginning in the market town of Brampton, and continuing to historic Corbridge Roman Town. Visit world famous forts and museums: Vindolanda, Birdoswald, Housesteads, & Chesters. Admire the architectural splendor of Aydon castle, Thirlwall castle and Lanercost Priory. Spot the famous Robin Hood’s Tree at Sycamore Gap. Travel through the centuries walking along Hadrian’s Wall, the best-known frontier in the Roman Empire.

Highlights

• Walk the best preserved sections of Hadrian’s wall, beginning in the market town of Brampton, and continuing to historic Corbridge Roman Town.
• Visit world famous forts and museums: Vindolanda, Birdoswald, Housesteads, & Chesters.
• Admire the architectural splendor of Aydon castle, Thirlwall castle and Lanercost Priory.
• Spot the famous Robin Hood’s Tree at Sycamore Gap.
• Travel through the centuries walking along Hadrian’s Wall, the best-known frontier in the Roman Empire.

This eleven day walking tour of Armenia will give you the opportunity to explore lush forests, natural monuments and breath fresh mountain air, enjoying every step of your trail as you experience the local hospitality of Armenia.

Walk through amazing Armenian mountains and hills, discover ancient layers of Armenian history and leave your footprint on the Great Silk Road. You will chat with friendly locals, experiencing their traditional lifestyle and sample famous Armenian wines in Areni.

This rugged 4-day fully-supported horseback riding trek starts in the mountain village of Leymebamba, in northern Peru.

For 4 days you will ride through the Atuen Valley - the Valley of the Condors, the Timbambo Valley and the Quinuas Valley, over the Ullila Pass at over 4000 meters above sea level, finishing in the Uchucmarca Valley.

Adventure across the Yucatan Peninsula from the tropical beaches to the colourful cities. Lose yourself among ancient Maya ruins of Chichen Itza and Uxmal, and head to the bustling street markets before finding yourself in clear waters and turquoise lagoons of the coast. Learn about the Maya culture in colonial Merida, experience a traditional meal with a family, and then take the plunge in Bacalar: a laidback lake town famous for its ever-changing shades of blue water. Thousands of years of history mixed with a modern, laidback lifestyle means Mexico, and the Yucatan in particular, should be high on everyone’s bucket list.

We invite you to explore the unexplored. Rural villages, archaeological sites, cloud forests, rainforests, all in one journey. This is the perfect adventure for wonderers that enjoy culture, bird watching, nature and adventure. We have hand-selected the most secluded destinations and also the most diverse. Experience the Guayabo archaeological tour, hiking in Corcovado National Park, the CATIE Botanical Garden tour and more all whilst hiking through biodiverse forests full of nature. Wrap up your trip with a snorkelling tour at Caño Island, one of the best places to snorkel in Costa Rica

This classic 6-day program to the heart of the Chachapoyas civilisation features visits the huge mountaintop temple and fortress of Kuelap, the tombs at Karajia, the Leymebamba museum with its collection of 200 mummies, the Revash tombs and the towering waterfall of Gocta.

Overnight accommodations are at the charming El Chillo Hacienda Lodge and at a local Chachapoyas hotel. All meals are included.

The pre-Columbian Chachapoyas culture, conquered in the 15th century by the Incas, has left a landscape scattered with ruined settlements and burial sites which until recently has been largely overlooked by archaeologists.

During this twelve day tour, there are seven country walks including three along the White Trail of the Via Dinarica, a long-distance path traversing the Dinaric Alps from Slovenia to Albania. Take a boat trip through the Hutovo Blato Nature Reserve, visit mosques, Orthodox and Catholic churches, medieval necropoli, hilltop fortresses and museums and walk through Sarajevo and Mostar on guided city tours.

Trek the final portion of the Inca Trail in style, just as the Incas did hundreds of years ago, while overnighting in comfortable hotels along the way. This truncated version of the Inca Trail is the perfect tour-and-trekking opportunity for families or for those who are short of time but still want to experience the magnificence of the approach to Machu Picchu. Also included are guided tours of Cuzco, the capital city of the Incas; Lima, the cosmopolitan capital of Peru, and the Sacred Valley, the magnificent agricultural heartland of the Incas.

Looking for a trip to Morocco coming down from Spain? This tour allows you to experience the Classic Morocco tour but starting it at the port of of Tangier. Your driver will show you all of the historical and cultural highlights of Morocco, avoiding common tourist traps and taking you through many cities along the way.

A new 8-day Peru Yoga and Wellness Experience to Machu Picchu - a combination of exhilarating hikes, wellness workshops, and focused yoga practices - along with unique, meaningful cultural immersion and interaction with our Andean neighbors for a holistic journey like no other.

The program will be led by Sandra Gallegos, the Yoga and Wellness Leader. During the past 14 years, she has been both a devoted yoga practitioner and teacher, and three years ago opened her own studio dedicated to Ashtanga Yoga as well as ‘Integral Health’ coaching.

Sandra also brings an in-depth knowledge of Ayurveda and Ayurvedic Nutrition, having studied with notable experts in India and beyond. Her experience, dedication, and holistic approach to mind/body wellness will ensure the trip of a lifetime for our guests.

Raise a margarita glass to the colourful beauty and fiery flavours of Mexico. Discover the culture and landscapes of this fascinating country on a trip that takes you from Mexico City to Playa del Carmen – with some enticing stops along the way. Discover Maya history and culture at the incredible Chichen Itza ruins and visit indigenous communities near the charming San Cristobal de las Casas. Indulge in a feast of delicious local food, with a chance to learn some cooking skills of your own. Snorkel in the brilliant Caribbean waters, laze on white sands and stroll through lively marketplaces. Waterfalls and mountains await you, and a host of museums, churches and archaeological sites will be sure to give you a taste of Mexico’s rich cultural heritage.

Discover the spectacular ancient Maya civilisations in Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula on this Chichen Itza to Tulum tour.

Explore one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the impressive pyramid at Chichen Itza, before continuing to the charming city of Merida and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Mayan ruins, Uxmal, where you’ll explore the Palace of the Governors. Opt to add a local Cantinas cultural experience, exploring some of the more historical venues in town for a refreshing beverage and snacks.

Finally, visit one of the Yucatan’s newly discovered cenotes, cave-like underground freshwater sources, hidden in the jungle, before wrapping up your expedition at the ruins at Tulum and relaxing on the tropical beaches of the Riviera Maya.

This Sri Lanka luxury holiday odyssey is an experiential masterpiece, even if we do say so ourselves. To the uninitiated, the dizzying diversity of a tour of Sri Lanka can be overwhelming; this itinerary takes all the confusion away, while covering a lot of jaw-dropping ground by planes, trains and automobiles.

Explore the Tamil heartlands in the far north of Sri Lanka, marvel at the treasures of the Cultural Triangle, relax in Kandy and Tea Country before visiting two great safari parks. Then an exquisite beach beckons before, finally, you sample SL’s buzzing capital.

Embark on a true cultural expedition via this Mexico City to Puebla & Oaxaca tour.

Begin by experiencing the far reaches of urban Mexico City, including the fabled canals of Xochimilco and discover the Coyoacan Market for some authentic Mexican cuisine, before heading on to Frida Kahlo’s Blue House.

Travel to Teotihuacan, nearly an hour outside of the city, to tour what is considered to be one of the most important Mesoamerican archaeological sites and explore the towering Pyramids of the Sun and Moon.

Exchange big city lights for smaller, more traditional cities of Puebla and Oaxaca, wandering colonial city centers and a maze of dynamic marketplaces. Finally, dive head-first into the traditional flavors of endemic mezcal paired with authentic, local cuisine.

Experience all Morocco has to offer with our 2 week tour. Arrive in Casablanca for your first day and say hello to your driver who will guide you throughout the trip. There you will have a chance to visit Hasan II, one of the largest mosques in the world. On your second day you will have breakfast before you head towards Chefchaouen, the famous blue city in the Rif Mountains.

Visit all of Morocco's major cities such as the spiritual and cultural capital of Fes, UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the Kasbah Ait Benhaddou you will find in Marrakech, and more.

Explore the famous Sacred Valley of the Incas and the Galapagos Islands during this unforgettable 13-day adventure.

This trip combines many of our exciting opportunities into one expansive experience. Explore markets and ruins in the Sacred Valley, explore the citadel of Machu Picchu, soak up history among the colonial buildings and Incan architecture of Cusco, tour the political palaces and churches of charming Quito, embark on a luxurious cruise of the beautiful and mystifying Galapagos Islands.

The second half of your trip offers a more relaxed pace during which you will be immersed in the exotic environments of diverse and rare wildlife present on the islands.