Level 2 - Moderate

Through this small group program, we explore Japan's rich history, from ancient times to the development of religions like Buddhism and Shintoism. We delve into the philosophy of its people by visiting world-renowned temples, shrines, and old towns steeped in ancient legends of Samurai and more. Together we, as mature and senior couples or solo travellers, will share some traditions which the Japanese have inherited. A variety of sites including UNESCO World Heritage sites, has been chosen for this tour, all filled with clues such as Hanami or forest bathing to understand the essence of Japan.

The Tasmania Wilderness summer school is held annually in Hobart in early January. This summer school allows you to experience the great western wilderness of Tasmania, while staying at a comfortable ‘base camp’ in a Hobart hotel!

Join us for an unforgettable small group tour designed for couples and solo travelers, where you’ll explore the stunning landscapes of the Garden Route and encounter the unique wildlife of renowned destinations like Kruger National Park, Cape Town, Victoria Falls, and Chobe Game Reserve. Throughout the program, participants will delve into the rich cultural tapestry, political landscape, and social challenges faced by the people of South Africa, particularly in Soweto. Additionally, you'll gain insights into how natural resource managers are dedicated to protecting wildlife reserves amid the pressing issues of land enclosure, climate change, and poaching.

Explore the rich literary and artistic heritage of England on this small group tour, featuring Stratford-upon-Avon—Shakespeare’s birthplace and Anne Hathaway’s cottage—along with the breathtaking Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Dickens' London. Guided by expert tour leaders and local specialists, you'll embark on curated day tours that offer a truly unique and immersive travel experience with like-minded enthusiasts.

A small group tour designed for senior couples and mature solo travellers, visiting Genoa, Mantua, Orvieto, and Bologna—cities where the Renaissance flourished beyond Florence, Venice, and Rome. This program takes you off the beaten path to explore Italy’s rich history and culture with like-minded people, offering a deeper experience of one of Europe’s most captivating countries.

For the senior couple or mature solo traveler seeking a small group educational tour focussed on exploring and learning with like minded people in Europe.

A 40 day small group tour for senior couples and mature solo travellers interested in exploring the Arctic circle. The group with a program leader explores Greenland, Iceland, Faroe Islands of Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland. The tour makes use of the long summer night light for your enjoyment learning about viking history and trade and the Sami.

Small group tour for senior couples and mature solo travellers exploring Northern England. Not just the historic cities of Leeds, Newcastle and Manchester but the Viking shaped landscapes, villages and the Lake District are visited on this program.

Merchants generated much of the wealth of Europe, from Venice to Genoa, Lisbon and London. On the Baltic coast building on the Vikings, the Hanseatic league become the traders influence trade from the middle ages across Europe. This small group tour for senior couple and mature solo travellers explores the history.

An escorted small group tour to the Baltic States of Europe that explores the key destinations of this region starting in Warsaw, then making its way through Poland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Stockholm and concluding in Copenhagen. Each day has scheduled itineraries supported by local guides who share knowledge and authentic experiences of the places visited. This is small group travelling to the Baltics for like minded people.

Embark on a 10-day small group tour, centrally based in midtown Manhattan, exploring the vibrant cultural landscape of New York City. Each day brings fresh adventures, from the iconic streets of Manhattan to the eclectic neighborhoods of Brooklyn. Delve into renowned landmarks like Carnegie Hall and the Lincoln Center, while also venturing off the beaten path to discover hidden gems and off-Broadway shows, providing rich insights into the dynamic essence of contemporary New York.

This tour is meticulously curated to immerse you in the artistic tapestry of the city, with a particular focus on its world-class museums and galleries. Marvel at the masterpieces housed in institutions like the Guggenheim and MoMA, showcasing a diverse array of artistic treasures gifted by patrons from across the globe, including merchants and bankers.

Additionally, indulge in four captivating performances or concerts, offering a spectrum of cultural experiences. As a special highlight, the itinerary includes an overnight excursion to Florida, where you'll explore the extraordinary Dali Museum. Here, over 70 works by the visionary artist Salvador Dali await, providing an unforgettable journey into the surreal and sublime.

A fascinating small group tour, with an amazing mix of culture and history – the islands of Greece, the cradle of Western civilisation, where traces of a centuries-old history exists. Visit Santorini, a remnant of a volcanic era; Crete, the home of the Minoan civilisation with important archaeological finds at Knossos and Phaistos. Rhodes, inhabited since the Stone Age; and venture further to the island of Cyprus, where east meets west.

Our small-group program, designed for senior couples and solo travellers, offers a rich journey through Egypt's past and present. You'll explore modern marvels like the Aswan Dam and immerse yourself in pivotal sites such as Tahrir Square, both key to understanding Egypt’s enduring influence on civilization. This tour is proof that Egypt remains a vital crossroads of history and culture. We explore Egypt's fairy-tale natural beauty, its ancient history, and Imperial heritage, its World Heritage Sites, and world famous cities, all with some truly spectacular scenery along the way. For those seeking an even deeper experience, we also offer opportunities to extend your travels with our tours in Morocco, Jordan, or Tunisia before beginning your Egyptian adventure.

Join this small group travel, 21-day tour of Spain. For couples or solo traveler with minimal single supplement has daily itineraries with local guides that provide authentic experiences for those who seek small group journeys. Escorted tour begins in Madrid, finishes in Barcelona.

Experience the best of Bach on a small group tour designed for mature couples and solo travelers. Over 16 days, immerse yourself in not only the music but also the rich history and influences that shaped Bach's life. Journey through Germany, visiting key locations tied to his legacy, and culminate the experience with a visit to the renowned Bach Music Festival in Leipzig.

Our escorted tour gives guests an insight into the history of this Icelandic nation. Travelling as a small group, our daily itineraries explore the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and others, national parks and majestic waterfalls as we learn about Iceland’s natural heritage and its Viking past from experienced local guides. There is a single supplement for solo travellers.

We explore the country’s astonishing scenery and monuments. Tajikistan is the smallest of the 5 ‘Stans and is also the most mountainous. On our small group tour for couples and solo travelers we encounter many ranges and mountain chains where we reach well over 3,000 metres above sea level while crossing passes.

Our 21 night program has daily itineraries with plenty of authentic experiences provided by passionate local guides in the key destinations in France, Channel Islands and England for this small group of like minded people. For Solo travellers minimal single supplement applies for this European tour.

A small group tour of Wales, Scotland & England that traces the history of the journey that is the Industrial revolution. Knowledgeable local guides and your tour leader share their history with you on this escorted tour including Glasgow, London, New Lanark & Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake district.

Join Odyssey Traveller on this small group tour in the Indian subcontinent, taking us from the verdant tea gardens of Darjeeling nestled in the Himalayan mountain range, to the hilltop monasteries of the former independent kingdom of Sikkim, and finally to the pristine and beautifully isolated mountain landscape of Bhutan.