A selection of holidays
The Best of British-United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Celebrate the glorious green grass of home, with a leisurely drive through the British Isles staying in the country’s most iconic hotels and boutique properties along the way. From the rol... More »
Scottish Whisky and Golf-United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Tee-off on some of Scotland’s famous and most challenging golf courses, from the location of the Ryder Cup to the Carnoustie Championship Course. Enjoy the Old Course Experience that comes... More »
The Palaces & Galleries of St Petersburg-St Petersburg, Russia
Peter the Great was a man with a vision. He was determined to show the world that Russia was not a backward nation rooted in tradition but one that was modern and forward thinking, looking t... More »
Jordan - The Land of T.E. Lawrence-Jordan, Jordan
The sight of the Great Treasury of Petra is one of the most thrilling travel experiences you will encounter, giving the visitor a great sense of discovery and something very special to savou... More »
Art, Music & Literature in Moscow-Moscow, Russia
Moscow is the spiritual and political heart of Russia, and for those who wish to understand the country, a visit to the city of Tolstoy, Chekhov and Dostoevsky is an essential experience. Ou... More »
The Duke of Wellington & Peninsular War-Portugal, Portugal
Military historian Hugh Macdonald-Buchanan leads our tour to Spain and Portugal, which combines fascinating history with spectacular scenery and delicious food and wine. The Peninsular War b... More »
Madrid & Old Castille-Madrid, Spain
Madrid not only has some of the finest art collections in the world at its many museums and galleries, it is also a wonderful base from which to explore the surrounding region. Our tour spen... More »
Byzantine & Ottoman Istanbul-Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul is one of the world’s most fascinating cities and has a colourful and complex history, spanning many centuries. Our five night holiday will introduce you to both the Byzantine and... More »
The Western Front - The Road to Victory-France, France
Led by military historian Hugh Macdonald-Buchanan, we will visit the principal battlefields of the British Expeditionary Forces, starting at the notorious Ypres Salient which saw intense act... More »
Gardens of Marrakech-Marrakech, Morocco
Marrakech is an intoxicating destination for all the senses, and the city and its surroundings are also home to a number of remarkable gardens. In the company of expert horticulturist Kirsty... More »
Carcassinne & Albi-Carcassonne, France
This tour is based at the pinnacle of the mediaeval citadel of Carcassonne where we stay at the luxurious Hotel de la Cité, built into the ramparts with panoramic views of the countryside. ... More »
The Bay of Naples-Naples, Italy
The ancient and imperial history of Naples and its glorious bay is so powerfully etched into the minds of travellers to the region that it often comes as a shock to remember that, after the ... More »