Visit many of the Venetian Lagoon’s most beautiful sights and discover Torcello, Chioggia, Murano and Burano, painting a picture of life in this elegant Italian region

See breathtaking Scottish scenery of dramatic mountains and tranquil lochs as you travel on the iconic Jacobite steam train

Visit Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Nara and discover this country of contrasts, where futuristic skylines stand alongside ancient temples, shrines and hot springs

Cruise on the small comfortable ship Balmoral through some of Norway’s most spectacular natural scenery with all meals included

Discover the cuisine of the Amalfi Coast with visits to local producers, see Pompeii with an archeologist and hear from Carol Kirkwood

Set sail from Athens on board the elegant Star Clipper to discover the fascinating islands of the Cyclades

This seven-night itinerary will introduce you to former imperial capitals Vienna and Budapest as well as Bratislava and the dramatic Wachau Valley

Stay in a luxurious four-star hotel in Marrakech and enjoy tours of the Saadian Tombs, Jardin Majorelle and Essaouira

Marvel at masterpieces by Vermeer in the Netherlands and enjoy a private viewing at the world-famous Mauritshuis with a top art critic

Enjoy the perfect long weekend in Paris, with hospitality at Longchamp, a five-star hotel stay and a drinks evening with Frankie Dettori

Visit locations you’ll recognise from the All Creatures Great and Small series and other wonderful Yorkshire attractions including Middleham Castle

WWII was the conflict that shaped the modern world. This unique tour takes you to some of the war’s most iconic locations in the company of an expert historian.

Sail on a fully-equipped expedition ship through Norway’s majestic fjords and up through the Arctic Circle to spot the aurora

Join a fabulous artsy escape with three full days of drawing workshops in an elegant country house

Hop from place to place in Spain’s glorious Andalucía region

Join your fellow adventurers on this very special tour of Jordan, to learn about its women and culture

Journey across the Japanese Alps to the cultural centres of Takayama, Shirakawago and Kanazawa on this extensive tour of Japan

Enjoy three full days of watercolour workshops with an expert tutor while staying in a Grade II-listed house near Bourton-on-the-Water

Tuck into delicious tapas, see a passionate Flamenco show and search for Iberian lynx in the Sierra de Andújar National Park

Explore the major historical and archeological sites of Cambodia and Vietnam with a luxury river cruise and the finest five-star hotel stays

Enjoy the lively festive atmospheres in Cologne, Frankfurt, Koblenz and Rüdesheim as you sail the Rhine on a premium all-inclusive ship

Enjoy an unforgettable stay at a hotel carved out of ice and explore picturesque mediaeval towns on a five-day adventure

Stay in Amsterdam for two nights and celebrate the start of 2024 with André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra

See everything this incredible country has to offer - including the magnificent cherry blossom - on our 'once in a lifetime' tour of Japan