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Our Discoveries Collection

Over the past 50 years, we've perfected the art of travel. The tours in our Discoveries range offers everything you need at a great price so you can travel with confidence. It provides comfortable, locally run accommodation*, standard rail or economy flights and expert-led group tours. On these tours, you'll be in groups with an average of 30-35 travellers and a maximum of 40.

Get a taste of how locals live with an authentic travel experience that offers plenty of free time for exploring, and the opportunity to connect with other travellers.

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Where you'll stay

3 or 4-Star hotels

Stay in 3 or 4-Star hotels known for their comfort and quality, ensuring a pleasant rest after your travel and explorations.

Comfortable accommodation

Each hotel selected is of a high standard, with cosy rooms and modern amenities to make your stay enjoyable.

Locally run

Wherever possible, we partner with locally owned hotels to give you a more authentic experience and support local businesses.

What to expect

Group excursions

Participate in excursions and immersive tours with larger groups, providing an engaging experience while exploring your destinations.

Plenty of free time

Experience a balanced itinerary that includes ample free time for independent exploration and personal discovery.

Tour Manager expertise

Benefit from the expertise of a knowledgeable Tour Manager who is on-hand to provide advice and support throughout your holiday.

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Transport

Enjoy a comfortable journey with our standard-class rail services, including Eurostar Standard for international rail travel or fly direct to your destination in economy class. Your package also includes all necessary transfers, ensuring seamless travel between your accommodation and excursions.

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Simply Puglia

8 days from £1,499 pp £1,299 pp

Stay in a tranquil 4-Star hotel near scenic Polignano a Mare on the Adriatic coast
Discover the expansive history and thriving culture of Bari and Lecce on guided tours
Step back in time at the 14th-century ‘trulli’ houses of UNESCO-listed Alberobello

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Jungfrau Express

Discover Top of Europe

8 days from £1,799 pp £1,699 pp

Spend 6 nights in a traditional chalet-style lodge in the fairytale village of Wilderswil
Ride the Jungfrau Express to the ‘Top of Europe’ and cruise the glacial Lake Brienz
Enjoy breakfast and dinner each day with 6 lunches on this hassle-free no-fly holiday

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Essential Lake Garda

10 days from £1,399 pp £1,299 pp

Visit the enchanting lakeside towns of Sirmione and Malcesine on Lake Garda
Stroll amid the botanical gardens of Sigurtà and explore the old village of Borghetto
Enjoy a guided tour of Verona, famed as the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet

Where you can go

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Simply Lake Garda

8/Oct

Nick Shenton

“The whole experience was very well organised with no hiccups. The guide was very efficient. All food was excellent

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Highlights of Norway’s Fjords & Cities

6/Oct

Babs Callaghan

“Excellent holiday - wonderful scenery. The right amount of free time.

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Imperial Cities: Prague, Vienna & Budapest

27/Sep

Lee-Ann Anderson

“Wonderful introduction to 3 beautiful cities. Excellent balance between guided tours and free time to explore on our own. Supportive and approachable tour guide who made the whole experience care-free. Dinners were exceptional.

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8/Oct

AC Essex

“Tours were good but very busy schedule. Free time post walking tours was unnecessary at times and time could be sent relaxing at hotel

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Simply Basque Country

8/Oct

P Thomas

“The trip had the best part of days touring and days off. The only downside was return leg cutting across Paris which took 1.5hr through traffic to do 8km which meant we were very rushed to get on the Eurostar and literally sat down with 10 mins to go before...

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Simply Glacier & Bernina Express

6/Oct

Michaelbarrington

“Hotel ,and position of it in Tiefencastel

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Imperial Cities: Berlin, Prague & Vienna

1/Oct

Jennifer

“Enjoyable trip but flight to Vienna for the start of the tour would have been preferable as train journeys were uninteresting and long. Tour guide was competent and friendly and I felt in good hands at all times. Tour guide in Vienna was confusing. Tour guide in...

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Explore the Italian Lakes: Orta, Como & Maggiore

21/Sep

David Foster

“If you haven’t been to this part of the world before it’s a great introduction to some of the highlights. You certainly get to experience some fabulous scenery. It’s difficult not to feel like there isn’t enough time at each place but that isn’t the fault of the tour -...

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Simply Glacier & Bernina Express in Winter

8/Apr

Linda Maguire

“Fantastic scenery and lovely country

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GREAT VALUE

Our Discoveries range offers everything you need at a great price so you can travel with confidence. Discoveries tours provide comfortable, locally run accommodation where available, standard rail or economy flights and expert-led group tours. You'll be among groups with an average of 30-35 travellers and a maximum of 40.

SIGNATURE

Our Classic range is what we're known for. Enjoy curated moments with plenty of inclusions. Centrally located hotels, premium travel options and engaging group tours with a seasoned expert are included. Classic tours average 20-25 people (up to 30 at most), while Scandinavian and Worldwide tours average 30-35 with a maximum of 40.

PREMIUM JOURNEYS

Our Landmark range offers a special mix of unforgettable excursions, First Class rail travel where available, unique accommodation, tours with smaller groups, and one-of-a-kind experiences that you'll want to tell your friends about. Group sizes begin at 16 travellers, while our average is around 22 people with a maximum of 30.