MODERN ROADTRIPS

Experience the beauty of the Italian Lakes and the unique character of Venice

Shop til you drop, indulge in world-class cuisine, and take in the famous architecture in Milan. Rub shoulders with the glitterati on the banks of the three great Italian lakes, Como, Garda and Maggiore. Then experience astonishing Venice, a truly unique city situated on more than a hundred islands

Our highlights
- La Vigna di Leonardo's gardens in Milan
- Lake Maggiore's Borromean Islands
- The colourful Venetian Island of Burano

Sun-drenched sands and lavish lifestyles - the French Riviera and Monaco

From the world-renowned beaches of Nice, experience the lifestyle of the rich and famous in magical Monaco before traveling inland to discover the charms of Uzes. Be awed by the monumental architecture of Montpellier and the terracotta-roofed streets of Toulouse, then cellar door hop your way through Bordeaux

Our highlights
- The pristine beauty of Calanques National Park
- Avignon's Musee de Petit Palais
- Wine tasting at Bordeaux's Vineyards

Discover the historic cities and enchanting landscapes that lie beyond London

From the iconic cityscape of London, spend time exploring the UNESCO-listed streets of beautiful Bath and discovering the charms of Cirencester. Experience the footballing culture of Liverpool and fall in love with the landscapes of the Lake District before soaking up the architecture and allure of York and Cambridge

Our Highlights
- Windsor Castle's St George's Chapel
- Picturesque Cotswold Villages
- The rugged beauty of the Lake District

Wild landscapes and remote towns in the land of fire and ice

From the artistic streets of Reykjavik, head east to explore the magnificent surrounds of Laugarvatn and the black sand beaches of Vik, then be awed by the Vatnajökull ice cap and the plunging waters of Hengifoss. Hit the cultural museums of Akureyri and venture into the glacial carved Snæfellsjökull National Park

Our highlights
- Reynisdrangar sea stacks, Vik
- Goðafoss Waterfall, between Egilsstadir and Akureyri
- Hallgrímskirkja Cathedral

Chateaux and Champagne: a gastronomic adventure through France’s legendary wine regions

From enchanting Paris, embark on a gastronomic tour to discover the historic chateaux of the Loire Valley and the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Bordeaux. Get off-the-beaten-track in Sarlat and Beziers, be charmed by Avignon and Beaujolais before sampling the world-renowned white wines of Chablis and Champagne

Our Highlights
- Château de Chenonceau, near Tours
- Sample world-renowned Burgundies in Beaune
- Champagne-Reims wine trail

Discover the captivating cities and waterfront towns of Norway’s spectacular fjordlands

From the dynamic Norwegian capital of Oslo, drive north through the heritage-listed farms of the Gudbrund Valley and on to the Art Nouveau streets of Alesund. Discover the majestic beauty of Geirangerfjord before travelling west to the UNESCO-listed Hanseatic harbour of Bergen and the colourful streets of Stavanger

Our highlights
- Sample Oslo's renowned cuisine at Mathallen Food Hall
- Askla viewpoint, Alesund
- Bergen's Fish market- an 800-year-old institution

Vibrant capitals, stunning lakes and the sun-drenched Dalmatian Coast

From the Croatian capital, travel across the Slovenian border to explore the vibrant streets of Ljubljana before escaping into the scenic surrounds of Plitvice National Park. Discover the history-drenched Old Town of Zadar and Split’s UNESCO-listed Diocletian’s Palace before finishing in charismatic Dubrovnik

Our highlights
- Energetic capital cities
- Hiking in Plitvice Lakes
- UNESCO-listed old towns

Discover the natural and cultural beauty of Plitvice Lakes and the Dalmatian Coast

From pulsing Zagreb, escape to the stunningly beautiful Plitvice Lakes National Park to go hiking through its serene landscapes before heading south to the sun-drenched Dalmatian Coast. Wander through the UNESCO-listed ruins of Diocletian’s Palace and experience the beaches, architecture and gastronomy of Dubrovnik

Our highlights
- Experience the buzz of Zagreb
- Go hiking in Plitvice Lakes
- Relax on the Dalmatian Coast

Sicilian cuisine and cultural treasures in the heart of the Mediterranean

After discovering the gastronomic delights of Palermo, travel to the sun-drenched west coast and the lively port of Trapani before exploring the ancient Greek temples of hilltop Agrigento. Wander through the UNESCO-listed Baroque town of Ragusa and soak up the sweeping views of the mainland from Messina

Our highlights
- Palermo's bustling Mercato di Ballarò
- Valley of the Temples, Agrigento
- Coffee and Granita in the winding streets of Ragusa

Spirited cities and spectacular scenery: a week on the Emerald Isle

Fly into dynamic Dublin, listen to Irish folk music in the traditional pubs of Galway, then head south through the magnificent countryside of Shannon. Explore the forested valleys of Killarney National Park and get lost in Cork’s legendary English Market before experiencing a game of hurling in charismatic Kilkenny, and finishing in the energtic capital

Our highlights
- UNESCO-listed landscapes of Killarney
- The English Market, Cork
- The beautiful Old library, Trinity College Dublin

Musical legacies, culinary culture and space travel in the southern states

From the energized streets of Austin, travel south to historic San Antonio and then to Houston - synonymous with the United States’ space travel. Drive through Louisiana to the “Big Easy” and follow the Mississippi River north to Memphis before ending in the Tennessee capital of Nashville

Our highlights
- Live music in Nashville, Tennessee
- The Alamo, San Antonio, Texas
- Jazz in the iconic French Quarter, New Orleans

BREATHTAKING BEACHES AND RUGGED NATURE RESERVES - DEVON AND CORNWALL UNCOVERED

From the cultured city of Exeter, travel through the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the vibrant port city of Plymouth. Follow the rugged Cornwall coast to discover the maritime history of Falmouth and arty St. Ives before soaking up the sun and surf in Newquay. Return to Exeter via the ancient stannary town of Tavistock and the majestic moors of Dartmoor

OUR HIGHLIGHTS
-Glorious vistas of the South West Coast Path
-Arty St Ives and the foodie hotspots of the Atlantic coast
-The rugged scenery of Dartmoor National Park

DISCOVER THE STONE-BUILT VILLAGES, STATELY GARDENS AND RURAL LANDSCAPES OF THE COTSWOLDS

From the capital of the Cotswolds, Cirencester, head through the central Cotswold villages towards the historic spa town of Cheltenham before continuing to Chipping Campden. After journeying through the picturesque villages of the North Eastern Cotswolds, get your retail fix in the antique stores of Burford and visit UNESCO-listed Blenheim Palace near Woodstock before ending in the ancient university town of Oxford

OUR HIGHLIGHTS
-Roman Cirencester, capital of the Cotswolds
-The elegant high streets of Chipping Campden and Broadway
-Antique shopping in Medieval Burford

EXPLORE NATURE RESERVES, ROMAN HISTORY, HISTORIC CASTLES AND THE SWEEPING BEACHES OF THE NORTHUMBERLAND COAST

After experiencing the history and culture of Newcastle, make your way north to the Scottish Borders region via the Roman-built remains of Hadrian’s Wall and the Kielder Forest. Marvel at the striking red sandstone abbey of Jedburgh and explore the spectacular Northumberland coastline before returning to Newcastle via the ruined medieval fortress of Warkworth

OUR HIGHLIGHTS
-The beaches and castles of the Northumberland coast
-Vindolanda Roman fort on Hadrians Wall
-Kielder Water and Forest Park 

SUN-DRENCHED BEACHES, WILDLIFE-FILLED RESERVES AND ICONIC RESORT TOWNS IN THE FLORIDA KEYS

From Miami, travel south through the Florida Keys to discover the legendary diving of Key Largo and the marine life centers of Marathon and Duck Key. Admire the glorious sunset at Key West and explore the Native American ruins of Islamorada before hitting Everglades National Park and the Big Cypress National Preserve

OUR HIGHLIGHTS
-Sun drenched beaches
-World class water sports and fishing
-Legendary nature reserves (Everglades & Big Cypress)

WORLD CLASS DIVING, SNORKELING & FISHING AND IDYLLIC BEACHES IN THE FLORIDA KEYS

From the pulsing streets of Miami, drive south to explore the laid-back beaches, fishing culture and world-class diving of the Florida Keys. Meet resident turtles and dolphins at Marathon’s marine centers before discovering the literary links to Key West. Test your fishing skills in laid-back Islamorada, then venture underwater in the “Diving Capital of the World", Key Largo

OUR HIGHLIGHTS
-Sun drenched beaches
-World-class water sports and fishing
-Diverse marine wildlife

EXPERIENCE THE CHANGING SEASONS ON A SPECTACULER ROADTRIP THROUGH NEW ENGLAND

Drive through scenic, rural Massachusetts, Vermont and New Hampshire, taking in the famous Kancamagus Highway, Vermont’s Route 100 and the Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway. Explore Maine’s Acadia National Park near Bar Harbor, before discovering the architecture of historic Portland. Finish where you began, drinking in the cultural highlights of Boston

OUR HIGHLIGHTS
-Kancamagus Highway, New Hampshire
-Park Loop Road, Acadia National Park
-Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S ENVIABLE COASTAL LIFESTYLE, NATURAL WONDERS AND SOPHISTICATED CITIES

Fly into cinematic LA and head north to pretty Santa Barbara and California’s Central Coast. Hop inland to trek through awe-inspiring Yosemite before jumping across the border to “Sin City”

OUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Southern California Lifesty
- Las Vegas Nightlife
- Natural marvels of Yosemite

EXPERIENCE THE CHANGING SEASONS ON A SPECTACULAR ROADTRIP THROUGH NEW ENGLAND

From the cultured streets of Boston, discover the rural beauty of Massachusetts and Vermont en route to Manchester, which is watched over by the summit of Mount Equinox. Drive the spectacular Route 100 and Kancamagus Highways to Conway, and to the top of Mt Washington if the road is open, before hitting the Maine coast in charming, foodie Portland on your way back to Boston

OUR HIGHLIGHTS
-Kancamagus Highway, New Hampshire
-Mount Washington Auto Road
-Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston

SAN FRANCISCO TO LA- CALIFORNIA LIVING ALONG THE PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY

From the fog-shrouded bridge of San Francisco, drive south to historic Monterey to spot migrating humpback whales and visit the mission of Carmel-by-the-Sea, then drive the spectacular Big Sur coast. Sample Californian wine in the cellar doors of San Luis Obispo and live it up with the rich and famous in the “Riviera of the West”, Santa Barbara, before ending your trip in the pulsing metropolis that is Los Angeles

OUR HIGHLIGHTS
-Breathtaking coastal scenery along the 'Big Sur'
-Energized city living in San Francisco and LA
-Charming seaside towns of the Pacific Coast Highway

A taste of Portugal's rich history and culture

From energetic Lisbon, with its atmospheric cobblestone streets, drive north to Portugal's medieval capital, Coimbra. From there, continue North to finish your long-weekend discovering the fortified wine of Porto

Our highlights
- Lisbon's Time Out food market
- Coimbra's baroque Biblioteca Joanina
- Catch views over the Douro on Ponte de Dom Luís I, Porto

Visit Croatia's historic cities on the beautiful Adriatic and the breathtaking Krka National Park

From Dubrovnik's iconic old town nestled on the Adriatic coast, travel North along stunning coastal roads to Split, the site of the remains of Diocletian's Palace, before relaxing amongst the waterfalls and protected forests in Krka National Park

Our highlights
- Sample Dalmatian seafood in Dubrovnik old town's many restuarants
- Diocletian's Palace in Split
- The Stradinski Buk Waterfall in Krka National Park

Cultured cities and awe-inspiring natural landscapes of Ontario and Quebec

From the dynamic streets of Toronto, discover the natural wonders of Niagara Falls and Algonquin before cruising the sparkling waters of the Thousands Islands. Get cultured in Ottawa and Trois-Rivières before encountering the cobblestone streets and Gothic landmarks of Quebec City and Montréal

Our highlights
- Feel the spray of Niagara Falls
- Discover the cultural life of the Québécois
- See the modern marvels of Toronto

Discover south eastern Australia's bustling cities and breathtaking coastline

From Brisbane, begin your journey south. Discover Byron Bay, Coffs Harbour, Port Stephens and the Blue Mountains before reaching Sydney. Continue south west along the wild coast through sleepy towns such as Jervis bay and Lakes Entrance, before finishing your trip in Melbourne

Our Highlights
- The Blue Mountains, New South Wales
- Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge
- Vibrant Melbourne

Discover Switzerland's idyllic alpine villages, picturesque lakeside towns and modern cities

From Zurich, explore picturesque St Gallen and Alpine Davos before reaching lakeside Lugano near the Italian border. From there, head west to Zermatt, cross over into France to Chamonix before reaching Geneva. Explore idyllic Montreaux and the Swiss capital Bern, before finsihing your journey in gorgeous Lucerne

Our Highlights
- Zurich Walking Food tour
- Monte Bre, Lugano
- Swim in the river Aare, Bern

A tour some of England's greatest, most breathtaking walking locations

Begin in the quintessentially English village of Bakewell, your base for some of the Peak District's best walks. Then drive north to picturesque Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire Dales, well-placed for reaching routes for walkers of all abilities, before finally heading to Windermere, for the Lake District

Recommended Walks:
- Mam Tor, Peak District
- Malham Tarn, Yorkshire Dales
- Tarn Hows Circular Walk, Lake District

Unwind in the spa or on the green while touring breathtaking Portugal

Flying into Lisbon, head to your handpicked Hotel-Spa nearby. Use this as a base for playing some of the region's best courses, and perhaps explore beautiful, unique Lisbon. From there, drive down the stunning Atlantic Coast to the Algarve for the second half of your stay, with stunning backdrops of the world-famed coast

Course Recommendations:
- West Cliffs Golf Course, Lisbon.
- Monte Rei Golf & Country Club, Algarve

Experience unforgettable scenery on one of the world's most celebrated driving routes

From Inverness, follow the world-famous route up the peaceful East coast, stopping at the idyllic town of Brora. Discover the dramatic North-Eastern coast at Wick and Tongue, before winding through the breathtaking lochs and mountains on the Western Coast, staying in Lochinver and Gairloch

Our Highlights
- A cruise on Loch Ness
- Grey Cairns of Camster
- Falls of Measach, Corrieshalloch Gorge

Drive the iconic route 66 from Chicago to LA, via the Grand Canyon

From bustling Chicago, set out on Route 66 to St Louis, Missouri. Pass through stunning iconic landscapes, stopping in Tulsa, Amarillo and Albuquerque, before reaching the world-famous Grand Canyon National Park. Immerse yourself in Las Vegas before finishing your roadtrip in sprawling LA

Our highlights
- Chicago’s awe inspiring skyline – the birthplace of sky scrapers
- The Grand Canyon, an iconic UNESCO World Heritage site
- Themed hotels and trademark casinos at Las Vegas

Hip Vancouver, breathtaking Pacific coastline and mountainous National Parks

From diverse Vancouver, take the ferry to Victoria, the capital of Vancouver Island. From there, drive the Sea-to-Sky highway to Whistler before entering the rugged Wells Gray Provincial Park. Finish your journey discovering the awe-inspiring beauty of Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff

Our highlights
- Sophisticated Vancouver
- Whale watching off Vancouver Island
- Jasper and Banff National Parks

Relax while touring the best of Western Canada's breathtaking scenery

Discover Western Canada at a slower pace; from Vancouver, take the ferry to Victoria, Vancouver Island's capital. Drive the Sea-to-Sky highway to Whistler before entering the rugged Wells Gray Provincial Park. Finish your journey discovering the awe-inspiring beauty of Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff

Our highlights
- Sophisticated Vancouver
- Whale wathcing off Vancouver Island
- Jasper and Banff National Parks

Coastal Beauty and bustling cities from Maine to New York

Fly into Portland, Maine before heading north to picturesque Camden. From there visit Bar Harbour, gateway to the breathtaking Acadia National Park. Circle back to Portland, Maine's largest city, before continuing south to historic Boston. Finish your trip in iconic New York

Our Highlights
- Boat tour from Camden Harbour
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston
- Museum of Modern Art, New York

Ancient cities and authentic village charm: Italy uncovered in two weeks

Experience the highlights of Italy on this 14-day circuit itinerary from Milan, taking in the majesty of the Italian lakes and the charm of the Cinque Terre. Witness iconic artworks in Florence and explore the legendary Colosseum in Rome before gondoliering along the waterways of Venice

Our highlights
-The Palazzi dei Rolli, Savoy dynasty residence, Genoa
- Orvieto's Duomo with its stunning front facade
- Bologna's Quadrilatero district