What to Expect on Our Culture Trips
Our exciting itineraries dive deep into a destination’s culture, immersing you in the community and giving you a unique perspective most tourists don’t get.
Ready for adventure? You’ve come to the right place. Culture Trip has launched an inspiring selection of small-group adventures for all types of travellers – the courageous, the curious, and everyone in between. If you’re the intrepid type, you’ll love our more out-there itineraries – join one and you’ll do a lot more than see the top attractions. You’ll be with like-minded travellers who are passionate about exploring new places and cultures – plus a Local Insider to give you the lowdown.
Our discovery-focused trips are carefully curated to lift the lid on local culture, and designed with light or moderate physical activities woven into the journey, such as hiking, kayaking, rafting or cycling. Our selection below will immerse you in a new land with a friendly group – and you won’t have to take the trail at a high-intensity pace.
Uncover history through wine in rural Georgia
Uncork ancient wine-making and baking traditions as you travel around rural Georgia, the cradle of woozy vinous pleasures (its history of wine production goes back 8,000 years). You’ll discover a taste for the Tbilisi of yesterday as you explore the capital’s Old Quarter – its fourth-century fortress, dreamy sulphur baths and colourful farmers market. With full bellies, you’ll earn a refill of wine as you hike into the Caucasus Mountains and through Lagodekhi National Park. With cheeks as red as the drink and the wild Georgian country before you, it’ll be difficult not to fall in love with this romantic land.
From US$1167
Next available from 24th Sep 2023
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STARTS AT
Tbilisi, Georgia
ENDS AT
Tbilisi, Georgia
DURATION
9
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Embark on a jungle safari adventure in Costa Rica
Journey from sea level up into cloud forest, stopping along the way to marvel at Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity. You’ll learn the definition of pura vida first-hand while spotting sloths on moonlit hikes and tasting coffee at the base of Arenal volcano. Surf lessons and yoga sessions in Tamarindo are fantastic complements to soaks in the Termales hot springs and whitewater rafting down the Balsa River. If you ever feel a set of eyes watching you wander, look up to the treeline and you may spot a family of capuchin monkeys smiling from above.
From US$2099
Next available from 9th Dec 2023
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STARTS AT
San Jose, Costa Rica
ENDS AT
Tamarindo, Provincia De Guanacaste
DURATION
8
GROUP SIZE
17
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Explore all the essentials of Ancient Egypt
The ancient pyramids of Egypt have captivated the world for millennia; now it’s your turn to witness these astonishing architectural achievements in person. Culture Trip’s ultimate Egypt experience awaits: an unforgettable voyage following the fortunes and fates of the imperious pharaohs. Viewing the Giza Pyramids, the Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings is only the start of your great adventure – this educational and exciting tour will have you kayaking down the Nile, exploring Cairo’s chaotic bazaar quarters, and toasting the animal-headed gods from a traditional sailboat, or felucca.
From US$1868
Next available from 5th Oct 2023
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STARTS AT
Cairo, Egypt
ENDS AT
Aswan, Egypt
DURATION
10
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
See 1,000-year-old temples and fresh wildlife together in Sri Lanka
Island time takes on a different meaning in Sri Lanka, where 1,000-year-old temples and days-old wildlife coexist as if the clocks were eternally stopped. The past, present and future feel one and the same as you climb the ancient Sigiriya fortress, take a slow ride on the Nanuoya railway, and spy leopards and elephants snoozing in the wild. Ultimately you’ll realise that every moment spent in Sri Lanka is timelessly special.
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Next available from 1st Jan 1970
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STARTS AT
Colombo, Sri Lanka
ENDS AT
Kosgoda, Sri Lanka
DURATION
12
GROUP SIZE
14
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Volcanic Iceland Epic Trip
meet our Local Insider
Hanna
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A GUIDE?
2 years.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR JOB?
It's the personal contact, the personal experiences. I love meeting people from all over the world... I really like getting to know everyone and feeling like I'm traveling with a group of friends.
WHAT DESTINATION IS ON YOUR TRAVEL BUCKET-LIST?
I have so many places on my list, but I would really lobe to go to Africa. I consider myself an “adventure girl” and Africa feels like the ULTIMATE adventure!
Every CULTURE TRIP Small-group adventure is led by a Local Insider just like Hanna.
KEEN TO EXPLORE THE WORLD?
Connect with like-minded people on our premium trips curated by local insiders and with care for the world
Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.
Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.
Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.
Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.
We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.
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