Escorted tours

Stay in Carcassonne and discover the medieval and Roman architecture of the surrounding region with a canal cruise and optional wine tastings

Travel south down Sicily’s eastern coast and witness the abundant cultural, natural and historical gems of Italy’s largest island

Join the gardening expert for a five-night tour of the region’s most beautiful gardens including Ninfa and Villa d’Este

From Dunkirk to D-Day, join military historian Saul David on a six-day tour with links to four of his books

Visit the stunning Krka National Park, vibrant Split, the island city of Trogir, and Montenegro – one of Europe’s most unspoilt countries

Stay in a gorgeous hotel and enjoy city tours and a trip into the Dolomites

Immerse yourself in the heart of rural France, with its timeless châteaux, world-class art, bustling farmers’ markets and prehistoric caves

Discover the best of Canada and Alaska by sea and rail with a coastal cruise and an iconic train ride

Discover the ornate Buddhist temples, beautiful palaces and fascinating local culture of three South East Asian gems

Take a fascinating horticultural tour of beautiful Madeira and see the fabulous Flower Festival with Gardeners' World presenter Adam Frost

Cruise the River Rhine in five-star luxury, see the Black Forest and board a mountain railway to the Swiss Oberland

Savour the celebrated wines of the Douro as you visit Porto, Viseu, Aveiro and Povoa de Varzim on this scenic tour

Admire the dramatic landscapes, mountain villages and stunning Venetian old towns of Montenegro and enjoy a honey tasting and sunset boat trip

Stay on the shores of Lake Como where you can unwind, admire peaceful scenery and explore the charming towns and villages of this dreamy Italian region

Sample the dolce vita of Italy’s Puglia region and join an Italian cookery masterclass

Cruise the Norfolk Broads and travel by heritage rail on this royal adventure, including a visit of Sandringham with Lucy Worsley

Join leading historian Dr Jess Venner as you uncover the ancient treasures of Pompeii and visit locations mentioned in her latest book, The Lost Voices of Pompeii

Ride through the Dolomites on four mountain rail and cableways trips, explore some of Northern Italy’s atmospheric towns and enjoy optional excursions

Explore the rich culture and cuisine of Slovenia with trips to Lake Bled, Ljubljana, the Triglav National Park and a truffle-hunting expedition

Delve into Italy’s gastronomic capital with visits to local Balsamic Vinegar, Parma Ham and Parmesan producers and a hands-on cooking lesson in Modena

One of the most bitterly contested battles of World War I, commemorate the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme on this no-fly tour

With stylish four-star hotel accommodation in Brussels or Eindhoven and the chance to explore Maastricht, this promises to be a memorable musical break

Visit Monet’s beautiful gardens at Giverny, the Musée de l'Orangerie and Château de Chantilly and hear from Paula, a gardening expert

Visit the family’s vineyards, dine at their restaurants and take Poltronissima seats at Teatro del Silenzio on this exclusive once-in-a-lifetime short break