Great Escapes

Enjoy a memorable stay at Transylvania’s unique Ice Hotel and explore some of Romania’s most intriguing medieval towns

Join our gourmet tour of Puglia, sampling local delicacies at olive farms, bakeries, and vineyards and learning to make authentic Apulian pasta

Explore the rugged beauty, glorious gardens, superb beaches and diverse wildlife of these wondrous islands on this exclusive six-day expert-led tour

Experience the glamour and glorious scenery of Italy's Lake Como and Switerzland's St Moritz as well as an unforgettable ride on the Bernina Railway, the highest in the Alps

Stay in a luxury tented camp in Thailand’s lush rainforest after exploring the frenetic capital of Bangkok

This four-day trips is a celebration of the English garden, with visits to seven private gardens including special out-of-hours access to Sissinghurst and a special private talk, tour and lunch at Perchill with gardener and writer, Sarah Raven

Spend five nights getting to know Seville, Córdoba, and Ronda with unmissable experiences included

This is a rare chance to experience one of the world's great train journeys - a seven-night adventure from Istanbul to Paris on board the opulent Venice-Simplon Orient Express train

Explore the cultural highlights of Andalucía - from Granada's Alhambra and the gardens of Generalife in the company of Nick Bailey, to the best of Ronda, Seville and Cordoba - on a six-day guided tour

This rail adventure through the Spain and Morocco is a cultural journey like no other; take in the Spanish cities of Barcelona and Madrid, the blue city of Chefchaouen, captivating Casablanca and beguiling Marrakech

Experience quintessential Cotswold villages, grand country houses, no fewer than six superb gardens as well a special visit and lunch at Cotswolds Farm Park in the company of Adam Henson

See the St Tropez regatta from an incredible vantage point and meet chef James Martin as he cooks up a storm

This five-day no-fly tour takes in Alpine resort of Interlaken, the lakeside town of Lucerne, the Swiss capital of Bern, a cogwheel train ride, a cruise across Lake Thun and an unforgettable journey on the glorious Glacier Express

Wander through picturesque towns, taste delicious port wines, and participate in a traditional grape harvest festival** on this delightful cruise along the Douro

Experience the very best of Venice and its islands on board a luxurious, bouqie ship, including out-of-hours access to iconic sights and gourmet experiences with the acclaimed chef and presenter Rick Stein

Visit Petra by candlelight and learn about Jordanian life on a fascinating group tour of a Middle Eastern haven

Escape the stresses of everyday life and restore your mind, body and soul in a place that makes you feel truly away from it all

Dedicate nine days to the food and wine of glorious South Africa