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Monday 8.30am - 5pm BST
Tuesday 8.30am - 5pm BST
Wednesday 8.30am - 5pm BST
Thursday 8.30pm - 5pm BST
Friday 8.30am - 5pm BST
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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Destinations
Destinations

We set out to get under the skin of the 130 destinations that we visit, from Egypt to Jamaica and from Bolivia to Japan. Combining the must-sees with the who-knews, we provide authentic travel experiences across the globe.
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- Africa
  
  Africa
  
  Discover the vast, diverse continent that is Africa. Navigate through aromatic medinas, drive across stretching golden plains in search of the Big Five and discover tribal cultures. We challenge you not to fall in love.
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  Africa
  Benin
  Botswana
  Ethiopia
  Ghana
  Ivory Coast
  Kilimanjaro treks
  Madagascar
  Morocco
  Namibia
  Senegal
  Seychelles
  South Africa
  Sudan
  Swaziland
  Tanzania
  The Gambia
  Togo
  Uganda
  Zambia
  Zimbabwe
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- Asia
  
  Asia
  
  Asia offers a heady mix of diverse traditions, religions, cuisine and architecture. Get a flavour of its variety, from the iconic Taj Mahal to the staggering scenery of the Himalaya.
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  Asia
  Azerbaijan
  Bhutan
  Borneo
  Burma (Myanmar)
  Cambodia
  China
  Georgia
  Hong Kong
  India
  Indonesia
  Japan
  Kazakhstan
  Kyrgyzstan
  Laos
  Malaysia
  Maldives
  Mongolia
  Nepal
  Philippines
  Silk Road
  South Korea
  Sri Lanka
  Tajikistan
  Thailand
  Turkmenistan
  Uzbekistan
  Vietnam
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- Australasia
  
  Australasia
  
  Australasia is a region of vibrant colour, staggering landscapes and contrasting cultures. Compact yet varied, New Zealand is all about the great outdoors, from snow-topped mountains to iridescent glacial lakes.
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- Europe
  
  Europe
  
  From the windy Atlantic coast to the eastern taiga forests, and the polar tundra to the sunny Mediterranean, Europe's variety is second to none. The diversity of cuisine, culture and climate mirrors that of its landscape.
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  Europe
  Albania
  Azores
  Baltic States
  Belarus
  Bulgaria
  Croatia
  Czech Republic
  Estonia
  France
  Greece
  Hungary
  Iceland
  Italy
  Madeira
  Malta
  North Cyprus
  Macedonia
  Poland
  Portugal
  Romania
  Russia
  Serbia
  Slovakia
  Slovenia
  Spain
  Turkey
  Ukraine
  United Kingdom
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- Middle East
  
  Middle East
  
  The Middle East is a concoction of welcoming people, ancient sites, vast deserts and delicious food. Uncover history that spans millenia in colossal archaeological sites and sleep under starry skies in the Arabian desert.
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  Middle East
  Egypt
  Iran
  Israel
  Jordan
  Lebanon
  Oman
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- North America
  
  North America
  
  North America is home to dynamic cities, rich cultural diversity and inspiring national parks. From the canyons and deserts of the USA to Canada's Rocky Mountains and Alaska's wildlife, its charms are hard to resist.
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  Canada
  USA
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- Central America
  
  Central America
  
  Central America is packed with fascinating Mayan history, colourful modern cultures and pristine beaches. Here the rainforests, cloud forests and barrier reef bustle with biodiversity.
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  Central America
  Belize
  Costa Rica
  El Salvador
  Guatemala
  Honduras
  Mexico
  Nicaragua
  Panama
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- Caribbean
  
  Caribbean
  
  Fields of sugar cane, rum distilleries, freshly-cooked fish and jerk chicken and a laid-back attitude to life - there's lots to love about Caribbean holidays. And of course there's the azure waters and vast sandy beaches.
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  Cuba
  Dominica
  Jamaica
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- South America
  
  South America
  
  Explore the world's largest rainforest and marvel at its highest waterfall. Walk its longest mountain range and discover its highest capital city. All washed down with hearty food and world-class wines.
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  South America
  Argentina
  Bolivia
  Brazil
  Chile
  Colombia
  Ecuador
  Galapagos
  Guyana
  Machu Picchu
  Patagonia
  Peru
  Suriname
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- Polar Regions
  
  Polar Regions
  
  Our polar expeditions are among the most awe-inspiring journeys you'll ever make. Choose from the Arctic, home to polar bear and walrus, or the towering icebergs and penguin rookeries of Antarctica.
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  Polar Regions
  Antarctica
  Arctic
  Falkland Islands
  South Georgia
  Spitsbergen
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Experiences
Experiences

Adventure doesn't have to take you out of your comfort zone; from activities like zip-wiring in Costa Rica, to tasting local dishes in Italy and staying with local families in Peru, there's a little adventure to be found on all our travels.
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- Small group tours
- Worldwide Adventures
- Walking and Trekking
  
  Walking and Trekking
  
  Our walking and trekking holidays take you closer to your destination. Choose from gentle walks through vineyards and along coastlines in Europe or more challenging mountain treks.
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  Walking and Trekking
  Self-Guided Walking Holidays
  Types of walking holiday
  7 questions answered about your first walking holiday
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- Cycling Trips
  
  Cycling Trips
  
  You'll discover more travelling on two wheels. A cycling holiday means slowing down and getting under the skin of a destination, from the Spanish Pyrenees to the rice paddies of Vietnam.
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  Cycling Trips
  Self-Guided Cycling Holidays
  Cycling grades
  7 questions answered for your first cycling holiday
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- Family Adventures
- Self-Guided Trips
  
  Self-Guided Trips
  
  A self-guided trip is a holiday on your own terms. Set your own pace and choose when and where you stop. We'll look after the rest, from routes and maps to luggage and accommodation.
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  Self-Guided Trips
  Self-Guided Walking Holidays
  Self-Guided Cycling Holidays
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- Polar Voyages
  
  Polar Voyages
  
  Our polar expeditions are among the most awe-inspiring journeys you'll ever make. Choose from the Arctic, home to polar bear and walrus, or the towering icebergs and penguin rookeries of Antarctica.
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  Polar Expedition Ships
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  Polar Expedition Leaders
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- Private tours
- Exclusive groups
- Solo travel
- Wildlife tours
  
  Wildlife tours
  
  Come face-to-face with mountain gorilla in Uganda, search for rhino in Swaziland or swim with sea lion in the Galapagos. We've put together 100 wildlife trips across all seven continents.
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  Wildlife tours
  African safari holidays
  Bear watching trips
  Gorilla Watching Trips
  Whale and dolphin watching
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- Multi Activity vacations
- Festival tours
- Food & drink tours
- Boat journeys
- Rail journeys
- Winter activity
- Explore Beyond
  
  Explore Beyond
  
  Explore beyond the usual tourist landmarks on our limited edition holidays. From photography trips with professional photographers to festival tours with local experts, Beyond trips offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
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  Eclipse Trips
  Festival tours
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About
About

At Explore, we're the experts in adventure travel. Our small group adventure holidays have been running since 1981. Today, Explore is one of the most trusted travel companies in the UK with over 500 trips to more than 120 countries.
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Current Offers

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