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Six of the best specialist travel companies

Updated on August 9 by Mark Hodson

If you want a special travel experience, you should try one of the these specialist travel companies.

As the big names in travel increasingly dominate the market, it’s easy to forget the little guys – the small independent operators that stick to a single destination and know it inside out.

Many of these companies are owned and managed by true enthusiasts, who can take you beyond the brochure clichés to an authentic and unspoilt part of the country. Here are six of the best.

Best for Italy: Bellini Travel

Who they are: founder Emily FitzRoy provides insider tours of Italy, getting under the skin of the country and offering unique experiences. She works with only about 70 clients a year.

Why they’re good: Bellini can achieve what might appear to be impossible, whether it’s a royal box at La Scala or a private evening visit to the Sistine Chapel. But it’s not all glitz: FitzRoy knows Venice backwards and enjoys taking clients off the tourist trail to trattoria in the working class district of Cannareggio and to eat seafood at fishermen’s huts on the lagoon.

Best for Greece: Travel à la Carte

Who they are: founded in 1979 by Tony Wells and his late wife Mary, it is one of the last remaining family-owned holiday specialists to the Mediterranean. It has survived by focusing on small islands including Symi, Halki and Paxos.

Why they’re good: with two directors living year-round in Greece, Travel à la Carte knows its islands intimately and provides great customer service (it claims a client satisfaction rating of 9.9 out of 10). With no charter flights to sell, it can also offer total flexibility on arrival and departure dates.

Best for Japan: Inside Japan Tours

Who they are: founders Alastair Donnelly and Simon King met at university, worked as English teachers in Japan then decided to set up a specialist travel company. They offer private travel, group tours and self-guided tours for all budgets.

Why they’re good: the core team all speak Japanese, travel regularly to the country and have great local contacts – handy if you want to enter the Tokyo Marathon or arrange an evening with a geisha in Kyoto. They provide honest expert advice and go the extra mile. For one client staying at a luxury hotel in Tokyo, they hand-delivered gluten-free soy sauce from Nagoya, a round trip of 600 miles.

Best for America: Bon Voyage

See Central Park in New York with specialist travel companies like Bon Voyage

Who they are: US fanatics Alan Wilson and Alan Orsmond started the company as a specialist travel agency in the late 1970s then focussed on creating their own tours to America.

Why they’re good: the company only employs staff that have lived or travelled extensively in the States and share the founders’ love of the country. Knowledgable sales staff combined with keen pricing keep the clients coming back.

Best for India: Greaves

Who they are: founded in 1973, Greaves is a family-owned company that offers private escorted tours of the Indian subcontinent. Managing director Mehra Dalton campaigns actively for sustainable tourism and is co-founder of Jaisalmer in Jeopardy.

Why they’re good: travel in India can be – shall we say – unpredictable. Greaves has a reputation for total reliability, ensuring every client is met on arrival with a private car and chauffeur, and ironing out every detail of every trip.

Best for Croatia: Completely Croatia

Enjoy the islands of Croatia with specialist travel companies like Completely Croatia

Who they are: founder Alison Jago spent 20 years in the travel industry before deciding her employers were getting it wrong and she could do better on her own. Completely Croatia specialises in small boutique properties and family-run hotels neglected by the larger tour operators.

Why they’re good: clients enjoy the personal service, with the same consultant dealing with them at every stage from initial enquiry to post-holiday follow-up. Good relations with hoteliers mean lots of free upgrades and surprise extras. Jago claims to have had just one customer complaint in five years of operation.

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Last-Minute Luxury: Exclusive October Savings at Mavi Koy, Kalkan’s Finest Villa!

Simply the finest address in kalkan… mavi koy enjoys a fantastic position directly on the water’s edge.

Multi-layered gardens and terraces wind gently down from the substantial house to the astonishing seafront where steps and diving platforms provide access to sea swimming and snorkelling in the crystal-clear shallows.

It has the largest private waterfront of any house in Kalkan with breakfast served here every morning on a waterside terrace set away from the main house.

The large, private waterfront is yours alone to while away the hours overlooking the inky blue waters and pop in for a cooling dip. Long, lazy days can be spent playing table tennis or pool, hopping in the villa’s kayaks and diving into the turquoise sea from the private terrace – there is little reason to leave.

The huge villa has six en-suite bedrooms spread out over three levels (4 with their own access), all of which have balconies or terraces with glorious sea views.

The main house has a gorgeous open plan kitchen, living and dining area with doors opening out onto a lovely large terrace with outside dining area and fantastic sea views. Additional doors from the living room open up on the side to the large freshwater pool with a pretty terrace ideal for entertaining. Hammocks are dotted through the gardens and there is a Romanesque pergola for al fresco dining. There is an outdoor Jacuzzi to revive weary muscles.

Enjoy your breakfast in the spacious and private seafront terrace where you can relax on scattered cushions and sun beds in the shade of the olive trees.

For those who enjoy water sports, a local company will happily pop over with a boatload of water sport toys. Or simply enjoy the spectacle of the boats of all shapes and sizes meandering in and out of the harbour throughout the day.

Kalkan harbour is just a ten-minute walk along a newly created footpath which leads from your door along the shore into the centre. It has a prime position for nights in and out of the villa, falling asleep to the sound of waves lapping the shore.

*Large parties might like to take Villa Mavi Deniz as well which is conveniently located next door (4 bedroom villa sleeps 8).

Please note that due to the steep, hillside location and many steps, this property is not suitable for guests with mobility issues.

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Seaside action and total relaxation on Kalkan’s sparkling shores. The Likya Pavilion is an adult only, blissful sanctuary to unwind and renew.

The Likya Pavilion is an elegant and sophisticated boutique hotel with a stunning location overlooking the sea, on the Western shore of the Bay of Kalkan. It stands apart by its inordinate amount of space and the beautiful gardens, while each of the 10 suites with private pools are more akin to private villa than hotel room. It is ideal for couples who can enjoy the privacy of their own villa with full hotel services.

Cool architecture combining local wood and stone is offset by stunning secret gardens hidden between alleys and hedgerows in the most idyllic seafront setting. It feels like being on top of a plateau and ensures far reaching seascapes over the Bay of Kalkan. The Pavilion exudes laid-back, beach chic vibes with leafy gardens offset by bright pink bougainvillea – the stylish suites are virtually hidden within the grounds and wonderfully secluded.

The complimentary, private beach club – shared only with like-minded guests from The Likya Gardens – is a leisurely 5-10-minute stroll down the lane. Here, hippy-chic steps lead down from the Waterfront Terrace to the seafront. There is direct access to the sea with loungers, parasols and diving platforms scattered at intervals. There is a waiter and towel service to both the beach club and the private cabanas with a range of healthy, light snacks, fresh juices and cooling drinks.

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St nicolas bay resort hotel and villas, a stunning luxury boutique hotel near the charming town of ágios nikolaos, a well -deserved member of the small luxury hotels of the world..

Ideally situated on its own private stretch of sandy beach, the St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel and Thalassa Villas offers magnificent views over the Gulf of Mirabello. Relax around one of the 2 infinity pools that both offer a wonderful spots to relax with a book, or for the more energetic, why not enjoy the many water activities on offer including diving lessons on hand from the water sports.

This hotel is a luxury boutique hotel, privately run, yet offering the services and facilities of a larger luxury resort and with genuine Greek hospitality. With a selection of beautifully appointed and recently renovated rooms, suites and villas, all with modern and spacious interiors with large terraces or balconies and most with fabulous sea views. The exclusive Club Studio and Club Suites, as well as the Thalassa Villas have their own seawater private swimming pools which are heated in the shoulder months and come with their own elevated VIP benefits and little surprises during your stay. The range of rooms and suites ensure this hotel is perfect for couples as well as families.

Dining wise, there is something for everyone at this fabulous hotel; a choice of five restaurants at St. Nicolas Bay Hotel, ranging from fine dining to ranging from the fine dining Minotaure, to the traditional Greek Kafenion on the waterfront with Cretan dishes and excellent seafood; a state of the art Elemis Spa with the pioneering technology of Elemis Biotec; children’s club, cinema, games room and boutique, there are certainly enough facilities to keep all the family entertained.

This boutique hotel and villas offers the perfect blend of local and contemporary architecture with a strong emphasis on privacy all offered with a perfect backdrop of the Mirabello Bay, with friendly and personable service suitable for any discerning guest.

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Cayo exclusive resort & spa.

The Cayo Exclusive Resort and Spa is a seriously elegant design hotel. The property enjoys unprecedented space in each of it’s 70 pool suites and offers guests unparalleled views of the iridescent Spinalonga Island, a UNESCO world Heritage List nominee, together with mesmerising vistas over the sparkling azure waters of Mirabello Bay. Standing in an elevated position, aloft a steep hill, it is still only 250 metres from Plaka pebble beach and dramatically framed by jagged cliffs.

Exceptional attention to detail is demonstrated throughout the Cayo Hotel Concept. The property has been meticulously designed to blend seamlessly with it surrounds and embrace Cretan architectural design. Interiors have been paired by Milanese designer Gian Paolo Venier who took his inspiration from the culture and natural landscape of the island- where possible combining local artisan’s craftmanship with modern furnishings, fittings, and cool neutral tones. Even the selected materials for the project are those rich in the history of Greece, white marble, volaka marble and terracotta. All of which have been handpicked to provide guests with a sense of connection to their surrounds. Throughout, the property exudes bohemian characteristics underpinned by a level of comfort and luxury that is often difficult to find. Accommodation options are plentiful, with many room categories having the option of additional beds or cots- lending itself to families and friends travelling together as well as couples. With so much room to roam guests will relish the incredible outside space and panoramic views from every aspect.

For those seeking a flop and drop vacay with plenty of rest and relaxation there are plenty of swimming opportunities in situ. The hotel boasts two large and beautiful swimming pools where you can bathe under sunny Cretan Skies or cosy up poolside on a voluptuous lounger with a good read. Beyond the pool, is Cayo’s spot on the beach, located just 250m from the hotel and if you don’t fancy stretching your legs, the hotel shuttle runs from the morning into the evening- it’s a wonderful place to unwind while being serenaded by the majestic sounds of the sea. And if you are looking for some respite from the sun, a visit to the well being centre will be the ultimate rejuvenation remedy, pick from one of the many treatments listed on the spa menu or unwind in the Turkish bath. There is also a fitness centre and studio for those who prefer not to let their holiday stand in the way of workout rituals.

A stay at the Cayo Exclusive Resort allows guests to be as well looked after as they like and as independent too. So often the conception with resort hotels is that with everything you could possibly need at your fingertips there is very little reason to leave. The same of course can be said for the Cayo Exclusive Resort which offers residents opportunities to dine in four different restaurants and two bars all of which offer exceptional cuisine with many ingredients seasonal and sourced from local eco-friendly farms or produced in the hotel’s own organic garden. However, Cayo is committed to supporting the local Cretan culture and a sustainable approach to tourism. To this end, the team encourage guests to enjoy the local tavernas in Plaka and explore the wider region, taking in a climbing experience, hiking, water sports and diving.

No matter your interests, the Cayo Exclusive Resort and Spa will provide the ultimate relaxation vacation. The position makes it easy to pick up the pace and venture effortlessly beyond the hotel perimeters. It is however the wonderful team locally on site, who deliver a friendly and attentive service. Proud and hospitable, they are eager to provide a relaxed atmosphere and unforgettable experience that makes it so hard to leave.

Enjoy autumnal savings at the Likya Gardens

Likya gardens, a gorgeous boutique hotel perched by the water’s edge with just 12 suites and 4 villas, an idyllic escape.

Once a simple guesthouse, the Likya Gardens Hotel has been totally transformed into a beach front boutique hotel comprising of just 12 spacious suites, two 2 bedroom villas and two 3 bedroom villas.

Boasting one of the best locations in Kalkan this reinvented boutique property is situated only a short 12 minute stroll along the coastal road from Kalkan harbour and nestles behind the Yali Beach club.

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When completed, the depiction of the great Lakota warrior will be 641 feet long and 563 feet high. The purpose of the project is to protect and preserve the culture and living heritage of all North American Indians.

It’s no surprise that Chicago is one of the most interesting tourist destinations in the USA - with miles of beaches, world-class museums, and some of the friendliest city-dwellers out there.

There are plenty of things to do in Chicago, including tours, spectator sports, shopping and other attractions. The nightlife doesn't stop either with plenty of bars and nightclubs, live music and comedy clubs.

Niagara Falls is one of the world’s most stunning Natural wonders.

The waterfalls are the main attraction and there's a range of ways to see them: from their foot on the legendary Maid of the Mist boat tours; from behind in caves accessible by elevator; from the sky hovering in helicopters; or gazing from observation towers.

But away from the falls, both the New York and Canadian sides offer various activities to keep visitors entertained. The area also hosts several family-friendly attractions, including Old Fort Niagara and the Niagara SkyWheel. If you don't have kids in tow, try your luck at the Niagara Fallsview Casino or sample some of the area's famous ice wine at the Inniskillin Winery.

Welcome to New York City . The cultural and financial capital of the USA, if not the world, NYC is an adrenaline-charged, history-laden place that holds immense romantic appeal for visitors. Its past is visible in the tangled lanes of Wall Street and tenements of the Lower East Side; meanwhile, towering skyscrapers serve as monuments of the modern age.

New York has something for every style, taste and budget, with so many hidden gems around every corner. No matter how many times you’ve been to New York, the city can overwhelm you with its plethora of sights, museums, restaurants, activities, and more.

Monuments and memorials, eclectic neighborhoods, true local flavor - Washington, D.C. is a place unlike any other.

With its neoclassical government buildings and broad avenues, Washington, D.C., looks its part as America's capital . Majestic monuments and memorials pay tribute to notable leaders and great achievements and merit a visit. But D.C. also lives firmly in the present, and not just politically; new restaurants and bars continually emerge, upping the hipness factor in neighborhoods from Capitol Hill to U Street.

The internationally renowned collections of the Smithsonian - 140 million objects, specimens, and artworks displayed in the world's largest museum complex - make Washington one of the great museum cities.

Never the same. Always San Francisco .

A crimson bridge, cable cars, a sparkling bay, and streets lined with elegant Victorian homes - San Francisco is undeniably one of the world’s great cities.

Located along the Northern California at the state’s distinctive bend in the coast, the region has an alluring magic that stretches beyond the bay to diverse cities with nightlife and trend-setting cuisine.

First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias , a vast wilderness area, and much more.

Yosemite is about a four-hour drive from San Francisco and is one of the most beloved places on the planet, with its epic rock formations like Half Dome and El Capitan, plush meadows, rushing waterfalls, and boundless ways to enjoy nature.

As often as you have seen it on TV or in a movie, nothing can prepare you for your first sight of Las Vegas . The skyline is hyper-reality, a mélange of the Statue of Liberty, the Eiffel Tower, and a pyramid. But in the spaces between the visual madness, there's a bit of something for everyone, whether you want a wild party, a relaxing getaway, or something in between.

Las Vegas is designed to keep you entertained, satisfied, satiated, and distracted from the real world outside its glittering borders.

The chances of getting bored in Las Vegas are slim at best. Start on the Strip where you could spend days goggling at the visual overload of the whole thing: Wonder at the appropriated skylines of New York-New York, Paris Las Vegas, and The Venetian; get your camera ready for the delightful dancing waters of the Fountains at Bellagio and the lava-spewing drama of the Mirage Volcano; or pull out your wallet and try your luck in one of the dozens of opulent casinos.

Monument Valley , an iconic symbol of the American West , is the sacred heart of the Navajo Nation and the ideal setting for your next adventure in the warm, high desert climate of southeastern Utah .

In some ways, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park is the definitive West. Ancestral spirits infuse the rugged, disruptive landscapes that feel foreign, yet distinctly familiar thanks to Hollywood's long love affair with this land. Enjoy hiking, jeep tours, horseback riding and stargazing in Monument Valley, some on your own, some escorted and narrated by Navajo guides.

The city of Los Angeles , in Southern California , has long been known internationally in the film and entertainment industry, particularly for Hollywood , a place that has drawn aspiring actors and actresses from across the country for almost a century. Today, LA is a culturally diverse city, with a growing culinary scene, incredible shopping, outstanding museums, and a reputation for being the creative center of America.

Its museums and burgeoning gallery scene have an experimental edge that is often missing in other cultural capitals. It boasts many of the country’s most exciting chefs and has a lively fashion and design community that creates innovative architecture, clothing and graphics.

Vast, magnificent and inarguably beautiful, the Grand Canyon is easily Arizona ’s most distinguishable landmark - and a natural wonder that you simply have to see to believe. Stretching 277 miles from end to end, steep, rocky walls descend more than a mile to the canyon’s floor, where the wild Colorado River traces a swift course southwest.

Whether you stop at the canyon for an hour or stay for a week, you’ll have plenty of ways to enjoy some adventure, recreation or just great views.

You can reach Grand Canyon National Park from main entrances on the South Rim – including the South Rim’s eastern entrance – and the North Rim. The Canyon's western edge is also accessible via roads on the Hualapai Indian Reservation.

Texas is vast, diverse and welcoming: from big-city lights to small-town simplicity, white-sand beaches to high-country hikes. Texas is so big and diverse that it’s practically its own country.

The Texas landscape ranges from desert badlands and swimmable coastlines to lush mountains and sprawling prairies. This state encompasses such a wide swath of human experience that exploring all of its nooks and crannies would take months - maybe years.

History buffs can travel far and wide across the Lone Star State to learn about its rich cultural legacy. San Antonio is home to the Alamo, a centuries-old Spanish mission and the site of a long, bloody battle in the early 1800s. Frontier Texas!, a bold museum in Abilene, introduces visitors to the “ Wild, Wild West ”. Of course, Texas is also host to its share of arts and cultural sophistication, from the glossy urban landscapes in Dallas and Houston to the freewheeling funk of Austin .

New Orleans is one of America's most fascinating cities and it's home to a truly unique melting pot of cultures.

No matter the time of year, New Orleans welcomes its visitors in a grand way to experience Caribbean , American , French and African cultures colliding in a brilliant explosion of flavors, emotions and sounds. Music is everywhere here, people live to eat and every day is a party here in the birthplace of Jazz, which is also home to Creole cuisine , century-old Spanish oaks and clacking streetcars. With a combination of city life and rural plantations, swamp tours, festivals, historical significance and revelry during Mardi Gras , New Orleans has the recipe to captivate everyone.

Orlando inspires incredible stories like nowhere else. Experience the excitement of the legendary theme parks including Walt Disney Worl Resort, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and Legoland . Discover Orlando’s one-of-a-kind shopping, award-winning dining and invigorating outdoors.

Orlando is a magical place - there’s an incredible mix of fun things to do in this great city that make it an ideal vacationing spot for not only families but young singles, baby boomers, foodies, outdoor adventurous types, luxury shoppers and international visitors.

Orlando is a place known for hospitality, and that extends to its many hotels, spas and services that suit every budget and taste.

Miami, famous backdrop to the classic TV show " Miami Vice ," is a Latin and Caribbean melting pot. This international metropolis dazzles with its art, design and architecture, as well as its dynamic nightlife and cosmopolitan shopping. And don't forget, of course, the famous turquoise waters.

The Miami area offers multiple enticements for everyone: the trendy nightlife of South Beach , bejewelled by the eye candy of the Art Deco district. The bustle of Calle Ocho and the highly caffeinated energy of Little Havana . The plush hotels of Miami Beach and the historic hideaways of Coral Gables. Seemingly endless shopping opportunities in modern, sprawling malls and the quiet, personal attention offered by the family-owned shops of Coconut Grove and many other corners of the region. The lures of deep-sea fishing and golf and tennis. Miami's major league football, basketball, hockey and baseball. Boat shows and auto racing. Art festivals and outdoor food and wine extravaganzas. An international airport and the world’s busiest cruise port. The Miami area offers all of this - and so much more.

Hawaii is a place that embraces you as you enjoy the state’s tropical climate, beautiful beaches and blend of cultures: Asian, Hawaiian, European, North American and Polynesian. It’s a meeting place for beauty, culture and discovery that is as intriguing as it is distinctive. You’ll know you’ve arrived when you hear yourself saying “aloha,” “mahalo” (thank you) and “ma kai” (toward the ocean) without a second thought.

Hawaii’s spectacular beaches and lush valleys offer a variety of experiences for lovers of the outdoors, including surfing, hiking, skydiving, helicopter tours and whale-watching.

Your Holidays "Made in the USA"

Welcome to the USA! The United States is a welcoming destination of limitless experiences and adventures. The USA means 50 different places, traditions and states of mind – from New York to San Francisco, from Florida to beautiful Hawaii islands. Whatever you want to see, do, or eat, you're likely to find it within the vast and diverse confines of the United States of America.

Canada is the second largest country in the world and offers a range of experiences for visitors that are as wide as the land itself. From its large cosmopolitan cities to its frozen northern tundra; its snowy mountain peaks to its rugged coastlines; and its rich farmlands to its pioneering outposts, Canada offers something to suit the taste of every traveller.

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Our rich and comprehensive programmes attracting both first-time and return visitors let you enjoy the immense diversity of the United States. There are many ways and means to explore the beauty of this country, but only by choosing Tours-USA.com you can experience the real comfort and luxury of an escorted coach tour.

Canada Escorted Coach Tours

Our various escorted coach tours cover all the regions of Canada and suit every budget. With the help of professional tour directors you will explore the wonders of this country. By booking our escorted coach tours in Canada you get the best chance to experience adventures and travel in comfort at the same time.

Self Drive Tours

Imagine the freedom of driving the great open roads of the States! Our self-drive holidays offer you a great choice of popular itineraries and give you the luxury of providing you with detailed driving instructions and guaranteed hotel accommodations along the whole trip. Are you ready to explore America in this independent yet smartly organized way?

Alaska Tours

Alaska is truly different destination in every way. You will be amazed by its glaciers and mountains, unique Native cultures, so as by its lovely cities and towns, not to mention its wonderful wildlife. Alaska offers you attractions from mild to wild.

New York Holidays

Welcome to New York City. Where to take the first bit into the Big Apple? Breath-taking, mind-blowing, disturbing and calming - all of that is New York. The place you always wanted to visit is waiting for you to explore it now. Remember Woody Allen’s movies, Sex and City or Gossip girl - nice tries to picture the atmosphere of NYC - but nothing compares to the reality.

City and Hawaii Packages

Visit the USA in your own rhythm and style! Our tailor made package holidays and city breaks take you to the best destinations in the United States and Canada. Explore amazing cities and breath-taking landscapes.

Across the USA

Live the real American dream and inhale the air of freedom. From the coast to the mountains along the vast prairies, deserts, canyons and great cities - become a true American.

American Southwest

It stretches west from the Gulf of Mexico to the Grand Canyon. It is home to a vibrant mix of Anglo, Latin, Hispanic, and American Indian traditions. A truly interesting and picturesque region to visit. It includes Nevada, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Kansas and Oklahoma.

Boston and New England

Sand beaches, rocky coastlines, towering lighthouses, colorful fall foliage and the taste of delicious seafood or crispy blueberry pie. Let New England charm you.

California and West Coast

Starting with snowy Alaska, following the Pacific coastline along Washington, Oregon and California arriving to Hawaii, including the truly topical paradises of Guam, American Samoa and the Northern Marianas.

Chicago and Great Lakes

The largest system of fresh, surface water on Earth. Land of great states, amazing cities and incredible sceneries.

Florida and Southern States

Welcome to the South Region: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Louisiana, Kentucky, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas. True essence of history, nature and rich culture, to be visited all around the year.

Visit the Great Plains and take a look of this vast high plateau, visit the prairies and watch the cowboys on their ranches. Be a true pioneer, welcome to the frontier!

New York and East Coast

Lights of New York City, beauty of the countryside, the amazing seashore boardwalk and the casinos of Atlantic City, the iconic Liberty Bell in Philadelphia: this is the East Coast.

Rocky Mountains Region

Breathtaking scenery with mountains, lakes and many great national parks. Cradle of real cowboys and Indian culture. Home to bison and other wild animals living in these untouched lands.

Washington and Capital Region

The capital Washington D.C., seat of the government, cradle of the best museums. Mountains, rivers outdoor programmes - all of that you find in the Capital Region.

Home to breathtaking landscapes and thriving cities - Canada is simply amazing in its diversity. From coast to coast, Canada is filled with unexpected wonders that are sure to awaken your inner explorer.

Travel through the USA and Canada and discover the land of dreams. Visit thrilling cities, be captivated by the beauty of their natural wonders, experience unique and diverse cultures.

Nature and Landscapes

America’s national pride is the breathtaking beauty of the nature. Experience the wonders of U.S. national parks, hike the mountains, splash into the lakes, spot bears and wolves, look out for bison and elk. It’s a true miracle, it’s the real essence of adventure and peace of mind.

American Cities

There are many amazing cities in America and Canada waiting for you to be explored. Visit New York, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Miami, Orlando, Los Angeles, Boston, Washington D.C., Chicago, Seattle, San Diego, New Orleans, Toronto, Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa.

Sun and Coasts

Let the sun always shine on you along the 95,400 miles of shoreline including outer coast, islands, sounds, bays, rivers, and creeks. From the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean, the Gulf Coast, the Great Lakes, Alaska, Hawaii and Caribbean islands.

National Parks

National parks are America’s most precious treasures. Amazing landscapes make your jaw drop, from the majestic mountains of Alaska to the vast prairies of the Everglades. Visit Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Bryce Canyon, Zion, Mesa Verde, Rocky Mountains. Be a distinguished guest of the nature!

Authentic America

Real America awaits you with its combination of unique history, culture, literature, cuisine and musical styles. Discover the true American spirit, explore unique places and simply fall in love with the USA.

Culture, Heritage and History

Our heritage is what defines us. We live in and among the very places that our ancestors built and cultivated years before we were here. Culture, heritage and history lies in every stone you step on in America. Discover the past, live the present and get an insight into the future.

Wild West and Native Americans

Discover the Wild West, live western frontier life, become your favorite western hero. Visit the real owners of our lands, meet the Native Americans and explore their amazing culture.

Tours in USA and Canada from NYC to California

Spectacular scenery, incredible sights and vibrant cities are just some of the many things you’ll discover on a Tours-USA.com journey. From the awesome Canadian Rockies and the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas to the sounds of New Orleans and the magnificent Monument Valley, we’re waiting to take you on a journey of a lifetime. Our tours are designed to suit you – you’ll enjoy comfortable accommodation, fantastic sightseeing and friendly staff always on hand to ensure you get the most out of your trip.

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The best tour operators in the world: 2023 Readers' Choice Awards

It’s been a challenging few years for tour operators but the names below are in it for the long haul (as well as the short and medium), honing itineraries and managing expectations. So who prepared your travel documents this year? Red Savannah and Black Tomato scored highest for first-hand knowledge, and Exodus Adventure Travels and Abercrombie & Kent for on-the-ground support. But when it came to all-round endeavour, Scott Dunn and The Turquoise Holiday Company were leaders of the pack. Both report a surge of interest in Asia, as well as multi-generational travel, solo adventures to Namibia, Bhutan and Mexico, and authentic experiences such as outback stations in Australia and bear lodges in Canada.

These are the best tour operators in the world, according to the 2023 Readers' Choice Awards . The scores below are percentages representing overall average levels of satisfaction.

The best general tour operators in the world 2023

15. Cox & Kings. Score 88.00

14. Hayes & Jarvis. Score 89.44

13. Carrier. Score 90.73

12. Simpson Travel. Score 91.48

11. Kuoni. Score 92.82

10. Mr & Mrs Smith. Score 93.29

9. Kensington Tours. Score 94.14

8. Audley Travel. Score 94.77

7. Original Travel. Score 95.44

6. Cazenove + Loyd. Score 95.92

5. The Ultimate Travel Company. Score 96.75

4. Abercrombie & Kent. Score 97.12

3. Elegant Resorts. Score 97.39

2. Red Savannah. Score 97.96

The Turquoise Holiday Company. Score 98.42

The best travel specialists in the world 2023

15. Wild Frontiers. Score 94.81

14. Martin Randall Travel. Score 95.17

13. Intrepid Travel. Score 95.40

12. Wilderness. Score 96.54.

11. Inntravel. Score 96.88

10. Oxford Ski Company. Score 97.15

9. Kirker Holidays. Score 97.47

8. andBeyond. Score 97.61

7. Ampersand Travel. Score 97.65.

6. InsideJapan Tours. Score 97.79

5. Steppes Travel. Score 97.88

4. Black Tomato. Score 98.03

3. Exodus Adventure Travels. Score 98.15

2. Healing Holidays. Score 98.35

Scott Dunn. Score 98.70

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Discover Africa, and let us guide you. Founded in 2000, Africa Collection is an award winning independent tour operator that creates tailor-made holidays to stunning Southern & Eastern Africa destinations, and the tranquil Indian Ocean Islands, with an experienced team of specialists on hand to help with their wealth of knowledge. We craft bespoke holidays to suit you, offering exceptional service, expert knowledge curated over many years, and guidance ...

Eastravel is a long established, independent tour operator specialising in tailor made, free independent travel to Asia, the Far East and beyond. We offer a bespoke service to ensure that your holiday includes the very best highlights and hidden gems of the country, opportunities to interact with the locals, learn a traditional skill and immerse yourselves at historical sites. We take care to constantly revisit the destinations we recommend, discuss ...

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Equestrian Escapes offers you the choice of some of the very best individually created equestrian holidays in the UK, Europe and Worldwide. We are knowledgeable horse lovers dedicated to designing you the best possible horse riding holiday. If you would like more information about our holidays please contact us so that we can advise you. We cater for all ages and abilities, if you cannot find your perfect holiday we will tailor make a holiday especially ...

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Experience Travel Group offer tailor-made holidays in Sri Lanka, The Maldives, India, Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia and Bhutan. Our specialist know-how allows us to cut to the chase and help you get the holiday you want at the price you need. We’ll offer superb first-hand advice on the flights, hotels and transport of course: that’s our job. Where we really come into our own is in the sheer quality and variety ...

Expert Africa

Expert Africa specialises in high-quality, tailor-made trips to selected areas of Southern and East Africa that we know exceedingly well. All of our serious, straight-talking team of enthusiasts has lived, worked or travelled extensively in Africa – we’re all passionate about it. We spend months each year discovering new areas and visiting old favourites. This allows us to talk with the confidence of first-hand knowledge. We don’t try to ‘sell’ anything...

Fleewinter is a boutique tour operator, offering tailor-made travel and expert advice across a variety of destinations all around the globe. We have a team of dedicated country specialists who are passionate about ensuring that you have the best possible experience and local knowledge for your time away. You will have one point of contact through the process, which help us to create extremely personalised trips and be on hand to answer any questions ...

Kudu Travel

We specialise in guided cultural walking tours worldwide, with the emphasis on quality, integrity and authenticity. Music festivals, opera, and art & architecture feature on many tours; birdwatching, wildlife and wildflowers & gardens on many others; and the best of regional food and wine are an essential component of every trip. Walks are graded from relaxed (Gardens of Grenada, Sailing the Dalmatian Coast or Opera in Finland) through standard (exploring ...

Martin Randall Travel

Martin Randall Travel is the leading specialist in cultural holidays, organising a unique series of all-inclusive music festivals and around 200 small-group tours every year, covering destinations in the UK, continental Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, India, China, Japan, Vietnam and the Americas.

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AITO Tour Operator of the Year 2023 (gold award) AITO Tour Operator of the Year 2019 (bronze award) AITO Tour Operator of the Year 2018 (bronze award) AITO Tour Operator of the Year 2016 (gold award) At McKinlay Kidd, we’re passionate about Scotland, Ireland, England & Wales as holiday destinations, and are dedicated to helping independently-minded visitors find the perfect holiday. Named Telegraph Travel's ‘Best Specialist Tour Operator 2023', ...

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Mickledore Travel specialises in self guided walking holidays and cycling trips in the UK for the independent traveller. We think self-guided walks are the best way to really experience local landscapes, cultures & history. You walk under your own steam, at your own pace, safe in the knowledge that we have organised everything, and help is only a phone call away. We book all your accommodation, move your luggage between overnight stops, provide you ...

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Our activity holidays are as diverse as the specialist tour operators that run them - from cross country skiing and snowshoeing in Scandinavia to rafting in Costa Rica, via sailing in Spain and mountain biking in Madagascar. Each is run by experts, with highly qualified and experienced guides - ensuring you are in safe hands, and will be ...
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LUXURIOUS ADVENTURES - UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES - INSPIRED JOURNEYS. World Odyssey is a specialist tour operator combining a true passion for exploring the world with a dedication to arranging the most innovative and exciting journeys worldwide to ensure that every client's holiday is truly unforgettable.
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Friendly, PERSONAL SERVICE. We are a truly specialist tour operator offering unique boutique hotels, private villas with pools, rural retreats and select apartments in unspoilt resorts. Whether you're looking for a suite built within caves, a romantic rooftop terrace or your own private infinity pool…we've got a great selection for you.
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Special Offer. Ride in Iceland with a magnificent herd of Icelandic ponies. Enjoy the most magical of holidays amongst Glaciers, Volcanos and Waterfalls. Our horse riding holidays provide the unique opportunity to experience the variety and beauty of Icelandic nature on horseback. Holiday duration: 4 days. Price from: £950.
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TRAVEL AGENTS - TO CONTACT TYPICALLY HOLIDAYS, PLEASE CALL: 01733 315522. Typically Holidays offer tailor-made holidays to Italy and Spain and a selection of European cities. We can put together your ideal holiday with flights from a range of airports, accommodation and experiences that fits your requirements in hotels, apartments and villas.
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Tours-USA.com is a specialist tour operator providing high-quality holidays to the United States and Canada. We offer a wide and exclusive range of escorted motorcoach tours, self-drive tours, city packages, cruises and fly-drive holidays across North America, all at great prices.
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Trailfinders - The Travel Experts. Trailfinders has offered unbeatable value and award-winning service on tailormade travel worldwide for more than 54 years. We know that there is no substitute for one-on-one service and that's why we have over 750 of the most well-travelled and highly trained Travel Consultants on hand to look after you every ...
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Best tour operators in the world 2023 - Readers' Choice Awards 2023 | The best tour operators as voted for by the readers of Condé Nast Traveller. ... The Turquoise Holiday Company. Score 98.42; The best travel specialists in the world 2023. 15. Wild Frontiers. Score 94.81. 14. Martin Randall Travel. Score 95.17.
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The South America Travel Specialists is a small, specialist tour operator that tailor-makes South America luxury holidays. The company is a culmination of more than fifteen years of visiting such locations as the mighty Iguazu falls, the mystical ruins of Machu Picchu, and the wilds of the Pantanal to name but a few. With South America being so ...
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The award-winning Healing Holidays are Europe's leading spa and wellness experts, offering exceptional knowledge, impartial advice and genuine value. ... We are extremely proud to have won the World's Best Spa & Wellness Tour Operator, as well as the UK's Favourite Specialist Tour Operator, high praise indeed. Read more. RETREAT TYPE. Solo ...
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South America Odyssey is a boutique and specialist tour operator that is run, managed and owned by an enthusiastic bunch of travellers, who collectively have decades of experience in designing the best holidays to South & Central America. ... A South America Tour and Holiday Package may include trekking the ancient Inca Trail to Machu Picchu ...
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Go Russia is the trading name of GR Travel Group Ltd. - an award winning UK based tour operator specialising in holidays to Russia, trips to Ukraine and other countries of the former USSR, tours to Mongolia and China. We offer standard group tours as well as tailor-made itineraries to suit your personal interests, timeframe and budget. We're also a special event organiser, so whether you ...
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Welcome to Russia! Grand Russia is a Russian Tour Agency based out of the cosmopolitan Moscow city. We are a prominent Russia Travel Agency engaged in providing travel experiences to the people wishing to explore Russia for more than ten years. We specialise in providing guided tours, custom made packages, exclusive excursions, visa facility services, unexplored destinations and lot more.
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