A very varied journey through Sicily’s less-visited sites, this tour reveals the hidden gems of cultural heritage and contrasting landscapes, from Aeolian Islands to ostentatious Baroque towns, and from fishing villages to the fictional world of Inspector Montalbano

In the footsteps of DH Lawrence, and enjoying the coast and countryside, culture and cuisine of the island, this tour explores Sardinia from charismatic Cagliari to Oliena’s mountains, La Maddalena Islands, medieval and modern Alghero, and elegant Oristano

Witness emerald mountain slopes, vineyard-dotted valleys, steaming geothermal geysers and rugged, caldera cliffs on this week-long tour of the Azores

Touring magnificent landscapes and medieval landmarks, this coastal cruise calls at charismatic towns, and takes the ‘back to Nature’ routes to uninhabited islands and peaceful national parks, revealing the secret scenic splendour of Croatia’s untamed interior

Sailing through scenery which inspired Impressionist artists, Monet and Manet, Gaugin and Renoir, this is a river cruise through the romance of France, from the country’s inimitable capital, via historic towns, abbeys, chateaux, and harbours, to coastal Honfleur

Wander among saw-toothed peaks in the Italian Dolomites on this group walking tour, which showcases the region’s mountains, lakes and Tyrolean villages

A seven-day cruise on four rivers, this is a relaxing float through luxuriant landscapes and ravishing scenery, visiting vineyards, castles, and Roman monuments, with overnight moorings in medieval towns for leisurely evenings ashore

Come to the Côte d’Azur to wander swanky beach towns and stately gardens on a group walking tour of this coveted coastline, beloved by the rich and famous

Uncover the Algarve’s hidden gems on this group walking tour that highlights windswept coastal paths, bird-spotted natural parks and pine-scented peaks

Explore the Cultural Triangle, head into the highlands and embark on a jeep safari in search of elephants and leopards on this 8-night tour taking in some of Sri Lanka’s most fascinating spots

From the maze of myriad inlets forming Bergen’s busy bays, to the top-of-the-world wilds of Nature at the North Cape, this classic Norwegian Hurtigruten cruise visits very varied ports of call as it follows Norway’s spectacular coast in search of the Northern Lights

Cruise the Garden of Eden on this unique island-hopping voyage through the paradise isles of the Seychelles archipelago, uncovering white sandy beaches and incredible wildlife. From dots on the map in Ste. Anne Marine Park, to the diversity on lively Mahé, discovering the culture and nature of this Creole nation