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Best regards
Zmags
2026 – 2027
EXPLORATIONS
AFRICA | ASIA | EUROPE | THE AMERICAS
SMALL GROUP
FAMILY-OWNED EXPERTLY EXPERTLY SINCE
& OPERATED PLANNED LED 1918
Dear Traveller,
The first time I travelled on one of our small
group Explorations tours, something clicked.
It wasn’t about checking off landmarks —
it was the feeling of being invited in. Sharing
stories with locals, lingering a little longer at
the table, and seeing a side of a place that
doesn’t always make it into the guidebook.
That’s what Explorations is designed for.
Smaller groups mean more connection —
to the people, the culture, and even the
unexpected moments that can turn into
trip highlights. There's a little more room for
spontaneity, a few more conversations that
stick with you, and just enoug
2026 – 2027 EXPLORATIONS AFRICA | ASIA | EUROPE
FAMILY-OWNED EXPERTLY EX
Dear Traveller, The first time I travelled on one
NEW TOURS IN 2026 One of the best things about tr
GO DEEP Small groups, local connections, unexpect
BY TRAVELLERS We live here. In the cities, th
FOR TRAVELLERS You don’t just want to go places
THE EXPLORATIONS TRAVELLER You’re savvy, confiden
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THE EXPLORATIONS DIFFERENCE With an average of 1
Travel isn’t just about exploring the world –
MAKING TRAVEL A FORCE FOR GOOD Impact Moments At
WE’LL HANDLE THE DETAILS SO YOUR HOLIDAY IS W
Municipality of Heraklion, Greece Learn more on p
TRAVEL YOU CAN TRUST EVERY STEP OF THE WAY
Cancellation Waiver Collette’s industry leading,
A DAY ON TOUR SUNRISE TO SUNSET If you're new to
Return, Relax, Rejuvenate You can often expect le
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Europe never runs out of ways to charm you. One d
NEW TOUR The Balkans: From Coastal Croatia to Leg
explore Sarajevo on your own. Tonight, locals wel
Majestic Cities of Central & Eastern Europe featu
pass the Old Jewish Cemetery and Synagogue. The r
Mediterranean Coastal Journey Spain, France & Ita
Dalí. Visit the extraordinary Dalí Theatre-Museum
NEW TOUR Nordic Discovery Sweden, Finnish Lapland
crossing into Finnish Lapland. In Tornio, pause t
The Northern Lights of Finland 7 DAYS • 12 MEALS
Husky Safari Sámi Culture Learn about Santa’s or
Best of Iceland 8 DAYS • 13 MEALS • MAX GROUP SIZ
Whale Watch LangjÖkull Glacier your own in Arnar
Countryside of the Emerald Isle 10 DAYS • 14 MEAL
Dingle Peninsula Rock of Cashel Island. Sheltere
The Best of Ireland 14 DAYS • 22 MEALS • MAX GROU
Caherconnell Sheepdog Farm cultural hub. On a gu
Scotland: Land of Lore & Legend 10 DAYS • 14 MEAL
Highland Cow to the Isle of Mull, a picturesque
Coasts & Countrysides of England 13 DAYS • 18 MEA
later immortalised in the song, ‘Strawberry Field
NEW TOUR Journey through Spain: Madrid to Barcelo
unique olive oil. Next, arrive in breathtaking Se
Exploring Iberia: Southern Spain to Coastal Portu
Tour Manager on a sunset stroll with a sweet surp
Portugal’s Old-World Charms featuring Douro Valle
Évora canal boats, traditionally used for harves
Flavours of Portugal and Spain featuring the Dour
Day 5: Porto Today, an extensive walking tour of
The Azores Jewels of Portugal 12 DAYS • 18 MEALS
Horta, Faial about this unique crop with a hands
A Journey through the Netherlands, Belgium & Fran
opportunity to enjoy a short boat ride along the
Peaks of Europe: The Alps to The Dolomites featur
Annecy Accommodation: Golf Hotel Le Hauts de Gst
Best of Italy 11 DAYS • 16 MEALS • MAX GROUP SIZE
Cooking Class Day 5: Romagna Riviera Grab your p
Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside featuring Italy’s Ch
Assisi Truffle Hunting the cheesemaker’s creation
Italy’s Treasures Art, Food & Wine of Italy
Carrara Marble Quarry Day 5: Chiavari - Carrara
Italy: Amalfi Coast to Puglia 13 DAYS • 18 MEALS •
Ostuni Day 5: Minori - Amalfi - Positano - Minor
Sicily and Its Isles 13 DAYS • 20 MEALS • MAX GRO
Olive Grove Perhaps you’ll visit one of the city
Old World Sicily & Malta 11 DAYS • 15 MEALS • MAX
Taormina Valletta day exploration of the Isle of
NEW TOUR Gems of Greece: Athens, Naxos & Crete 13
Crete down, settle in for views of the sea as th
Treasures of Türkiye Istanbul, Ancient Ephesus &
behind and take a flight to Izmir (known as Smyrn
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Some places shift your perspective without trying
NEW TOUR Journey Through Northern Vietnam A Cultu
Hanoi Market Water Puppetry the local villages.
NEW TOUR Journey Through the Heart of Japan Tokyo
Mount Fuji Sumo Show to its summit, leading to p
NEW TOUR Japan & South Korea: From Tokyo to Seoul
kaiseki dinner, an artfully prepared and presente
Kingdoms of Southeast Asia Vietnam, Cambodia, Lao
boat in Ha Long Bay. After, cruise back to the ma
Wonders of Thailand Discovering Ancient Wonders a
Day 5: Sukhothai Dive into history today as you d
Mysteries of India 14 DAYS • 26 MEALS • MAX
scaling the hills overlooking Jaipur. In the even
Exploring New Zealand’s Wonders featuring the N
the Old Government Building — the largest wooden
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AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST From the wide-ope
FIND YOUR PERFECT SAFARI Tour Name African Sa
Ready for that once-in-a-lifetime safari but not
NEW TOUR Cape Town to Cairo: The Ultimate African
mighty Victoria Falls - a thundering cascade that
NEW TOUR Namibia & South Africa: Epic Landscapes
arid landscape creates the perfect conditions for
The Plains of Africa Kenya Wildlife Safari 13 DAY
Maasai Women in Kenya traditions, and folklore o
African Safari: Kenya and Tanzania 14 DAYS • 38 M
Maasai Village town located on the precipice of
Wilderness of Southern Africa: Safari by Land & W
Day 5: Chobe National Park - Victoria Falls, Zimb
Exploring South Africa, Victoria Falls, & Botswan
the Chobe River, spot elephants and hippos that l
Colours of Morocco 14 DAYS • 27 MEALS • MAX GROUP
Day 5: Fes Enjoy your day at leisure in Fes. Expl
Journey Through Egypt and Jordan 13 DAYS • 28 MEA
Moses long before you, gaze upon the Promised Lan
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North America is a study in contrasts — from the
Montana: Exploring Big Sky Country featuring Yell
shapes and colours. Explore the boardwalks that w
Roaming Coastal Maine featuring Portland, Acadia
Acadia National Park Portland Head Lighthouse a
Alaska’s Northern Lights 7 DAYS • 11 MEALS • MAX
Dog Mushing Prince William Sound Glacier Cruise
NEW TOUR Aurora Adventure Winter in the Canadian
Johnston Canyon Dogsledding destination in itsel
NEW TOUR Charms of Québec A Journey through Montr
Copper Art Whale Watch Day 4: La Malbaie - Baie
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CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA In South and
Essential South America featuring Chile, the Mend
Estancia an evening at leisure. (B) Accommodatio
Peru: Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca 11 DAYS • 16
Weavers cultures. Deep dive into the cultures of
Machu Picchu & Galápagos Wonders featuring a 4-Ni
archaeological sites. (B) Accommodation: Casa And
Patagonia: Edge of the World featuring Argentina,
the natural world. Then, catch many views of the
Costa Rica: A World of Nature 12 DAYS • 23 MEALS
Arenal Volcano Manuel Antonio National Park from
Antarctica: The White Continent 11 DAYS • 28 MEAL
Zodiac On Deck Day 5: Antarctica Part of the gre
CLASSIC TOURS OUR TOP 12 TRAVELLER FAVOURITES
Mount Pilatus, Switz
OUR 12 MOST POPULAR CLASSIC TOURS Cultural Tr
Best of Eastern Canadian Cities featuring Niagara
OUR 12 MOST POPULAR CLASSIC TOURS Canadian Ma
Italian Vistas 12 Days • Starting at 7,199* PP •
OUR 12 MOST POPULAR CLASSIC TOURS Discover Cr
Exploring Britain and Ireland featuring England,
Frequently Asked Questions Accommodation What is
Reservation Information 1. Booking Conditions The
8. Alterations And Cancellations By Us Occasional
or as a result of failures due to unusual and unf
ACTIVITY LEVELS 1 2 3 4 LEVEL 1 LIGHT &
Tour Activity Levels help to set expectations o