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Luxury Cultural & Historical Holidays | Private Tours
We believe that a destination comes alive when you hear about its history and experience its culture in all its richness and authenticity. Without history, everything is just scenery. We tailor-make luxury historical and cultural holidays and can provide you with engaging private guided experiences and behind the scenes bespoke tours to explore and understand the sites and monuments of history’s greatest civilizations. From remote sites of antiquity, imposing medieval towns and castles, exploring age-old communities unchanged by time to private tours of Unesco world heritage sites – below are just a few examples of the popular cultural and historical holidays we can craft for you, which will showcase these unique destinations in a new perspective. In Asia: Hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest monastery in Bhutan, rise at dawn in Luang Prabang in Laos to see the mendicant monks gathering alms in the streets, hot air balloon over the Sagar Pagodas in Inle Lake, Myanmar, take a sunset tour of the magnificent temples of Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia, discover the floating markets in the ancient Unesco town of Hoi An, Vietnam, admire the rich history & majestic architecture of some of the over 100 forts in the princely state of Rajasthan, enjoy a private performance by a Geisha in the Gion district of Kyoto, take a private guided tour of the ancient Buddhist temples of Borobudur in Java, visit the Terracotta Army Mausoleum of the first Emperor of China in Xi’an. In the Middle East: Explore the iconic sights of the Nile as far as Luxor and the Valley of the Kings, take a behind the scenes tour of Petra – the famous archaeological site in Jordan, walk thru the back lanes of the exotic Medina in Marrakesh. In South America: Enjoy a local family’s hospitality for a homemade lunch on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. In Africa: Join a tribal immersion program and learn about the Masaai traditions in Kenya. In Europe: join a private tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence or the best hidden art galleries in Paris, learn about the glittering Byzantine, Ottoman and Christian architecture of the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, admire the ancient citadel of Acropolis in Athens. We work only with the most highly reputed local luxury tour operators who come with an insider’s knowledge and provide the best experiences for discerning clients. Take a look at our curated collection of luxury hotels, lodges & resorts in the best cultural & historical destinations below and get in touch with our luxury travel designers to begin planning your dream cultural holiday today.
Anantara Layan Phuket Resort is an oasis of calm along Phuket's famous coastline. Located just 30-minutes from the airport, tee off at some of the area's championship golf courses, enjoy island excursions or simply indulge in all the resort has to offer. Anantara Layan Phuket Resort offers a choice of 30 comfortable and stylish rooms and 47 spacious pool villas. Expect neutral tones, elegant furnishings with polished interiors and teak wood detailing in each room. Each villa is made to provide optimum comfort and elegance. This is a great option for families, choose from different sized villas ...
Bora Bora’s bright blue lagoon and the surrounding sapphire sea have long captured the imagination of travelers the world over. It is with this same passion for exploration and great reverence for this iconic island and its Polynesian heritage that we welcome you to the 5-star luxury resort InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa for the tropical vacation of a lifetime. We take great pride and delight in creating an unforgettable holiday fo ...
Immersed in the magnificent wilderness of Rajasthan is the sophisticated Sujan Jawai. Eight luxurious tents and one Royal Tented Suite are nestled amongst caves, kopjes, meandering sand riverbeds and mighty granite formations.Suites are decorated in a chic palette of grey, black and white with a dash of scarlet red, symbolic of the nomadic Rabari turbans. Designed in canvas, stainless steel and leather spacious luxurious tents feature an ensuite bathroom and hot shower, writing desk, seating area looking out onto the vast natural beauty and a private veranda. The Royal Tented Suite offers the ...
Set between the flowering gardens of the KLCC Park and the dramatic heights of the Petronas Twin Towers, Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur offers impressive views. Delight your senses with an array of cuisines showcased in eight innovative outlets. Escape Kuala Lumpur's urban bustle at The Spa with rejuvenating facials, body treatments and award-winning Signature Therapies for holistic wellbeing. Take a dip at the infinity edge pool overlooking the spectacular city skyline or watch the magnificent display of KLCC Lake Symphony Fountain at the Esplanade KLCC. The hotel boasts the city’s largest ...
Mahua Kothi or homestead is named after the Mahua tree which is prized and revered in the region. 12 standalone luxury cottages blend into a 45 acre private forest on the periphery of the national park. The guest area overlooks a large grassland where monkeys and birds in vivid colours are a regular feature. The mud cottages or ‘Kutiyas’ are built in the local style of architecture. A bean shaped pool screened by a bamboo thicket and shaded by Mahua trees is perfect for cooling off at midday. The guest areas are housed in a large brick building with deep verandas overlooking a grassland ri ...
History comes to life with vibrant modern energy at Four Seasons Hotel Madrid. In the very heart of the capital – within walking distance of all the key attractions – seven historical buildings have been transformed into one dynamic destination. With rooftop dining by Spanish celebrity chef Dani García, a four-level spa and a sun-splashed pool terrace, Four Seasons is bringing a new level of luxury and service to Madrid. Home to Four Seasons Hotel Madrid, the innovative Centro Canalejas unites a collection of seven historical buildings, all impeccably restored and reimagined. The oldest ...
Apoka Safari Lodge is a high-end Lodge situated in the farthest corner of Northern Uganda, in the remote Kidepo Valley National Park, bordering South Sudan. When you close your eyes and think of Africa, the landscape you imagine - the jagged hills, the golden grasses, the plains dotted with wildlife, the soft glowing light, is likely to be Kidepo. Apoka Safari Lodge is relaxed, providing a peaceful and private experience. The incredible Wildlife is viewed from the privacy of your veranda or your private outdoor stone bathtub, but the best way to see the wildlife is up close: on foot, or in o ...
Kālesma is a chic luxury lifestyle boutique resort set in the hilltops of Ornos Bay, designed to look like a traditional Mykonian village. Just 10-minutes from Mykonos Town, the airport and the port, it’s an ideal base for exploring the island’s eateries, shops, & beach clubs. The hotel offers 25 sleek suites & 2 spacious villas, all with stunning sea views of the Aegean Sea. The interiors are light-filled & minimalist, with natural woods, beamed ceilings & a neutral color palette. Each suite features a deep soaking tub with sea views & doors that open up to a private terrace with a heat ...
Welcome to your enchanting Sicilian escape. Featuring nearly two kilometres of private Mediterranean coastline, Verdura Resort is the ultimate Italian island getaway, offering its guests an array of stunning rooms, suites, and villas, along with white-sand beaches, three golf courses, a 60-metre infinity pool, six clay tennis courts, an excellent spa, four restaurants and five bars, and an interactive Kids Club. Verdura Resort also comes with three beautiful re ...
Founders Camp honours past Guests and staff who have contributed to building Londolozi. It is their efforts which have distilled the legacy of the past 30 years into a common mission.Enchanting, intimate and child friendly, Founder’s Camp is ideally situated to provide an insider’s view of the secrets of river life. Ten idyllic superior chalets, repose in the shade of ancient ebony and matumi trees along the banks of the Sand River.
This is safari in the classic style, replete with classic black and cream ticking fabric and original mahogany beds. Deep leather couches, military chests, ...
