GREAT BRITAIN
National Canals & the Industrial Revolution
Industrial routes of commerce and trade, build through hard labor and now enjoyed as a space for relaxing and exploring this chunk of British history and heritage.​
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Engineering, cruising, walking and paddling. Let us seek the cultural practises of lengthsmen and gongoozlers.
Next departure: March 6th 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
NORTH EAST ENGLAND
York, Yorkshire, Newcastle & Northumbria
From the Scottish Border to Morris dancing by the sea, finishing at York Minster, with a proper cup of Yorkshire Tea, we will come to appreciate why this region produces more Olympic Gold Medalists than any other area in Great Britain.
Next departure: March 13th 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
ENGLISH LAKE DISTRICT
Hiking, Cake, Literature and Lakeland Boating
The Lake District has been home to adventures and writers, artists and farmers. We listen to some incredible women's stories that reside here and explore the hiking trails. With prehistoric stone circles, incredible day hikes and plenty of pubs, this is a fabulous area to explore.
Next departure: March 31st 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
SCOTLAND TWO
The North Coast 500 & the Northern Isles
A wild and wonderful route tracing the most northern edge of mainland Scotland, we follow the North Coast 500 in and out of coastal tales and local echoes of history.
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This tour also visits Orkney and Shetland for that truly Northern experience. Feel the difference.
Next departure: TBC
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
BATH & THE COTSWOLDS
Regency Bath, Country Houses & Village Life
Starting in the beautiful UNESCO heritage City of Bath, we learn about Regency architecture, afternoon tea, visit some of the iconic properties and villages of the Cotswolds and finish with a countryside ramble.
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Quintessential England.
Next departure: March 7th 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Coastal Walking, Memories & Song
Exploring this incredible Celtic coastline via the 630 mile long South West Coastal path, we dip into regional traditions, hear seaside song and taste local treats. A magical landscape filled with smuggling, mining and fishing histories.
Come and taste the salt on the air.
Next departure: March 24th 2021​
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 5:30pm GMT
SCOTLAND ONE
Edinburgh to Skye
From the cities of the Central Belt we hike along the 69 miles to Fort William and the tallest mountain in the UK - Ben Nevis.
Let the many identities, languages and stories lift you up from this land through the voices of the locals and the joy of a wee dram of whisky.
Next departure: April 10th 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
CHINA
Beijing & The Great Wall
Having lived in China for several years following the Olympics, Charlie has a unique perspective on traveling in China, both as a solo traveler, as well as working with groups.
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Exploring the Capital city, renown for its cultural energy, we will dive into artist lead communities, taste fantastic local food, learn a little Mandarin and witness some of the most incredible sites of historic value.
Next departure: TBC
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
SCOTLAND THREE
Dumfries & Galloway & the Borders
This long contested land has been passed back and forth between the English and Scottish. Let us see how authors have been inspired by this undulating landscape.
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Ancient rituals, aural traditions and all in a region people often pass through and don't stop. Let us take a good look!
Next departure: March 10th 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
SOUTH WALES
Castles, Abbeys, Beacons & the Coast
Wales has more castles per square mile than any other country! Let us find out why.
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But it has so much more that a fortified past. We will climb Pen Y Fan, meet the animals on the hillside, explore my favourite castles here and stand amid the breathtaking Tintern Abbey ruins.
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With a quick stop along the Roman road, we hit the Pembrokeshire coastline and keep going.
Next departure: 27 March 2021
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 5:30pm GMT
FRANCE & SPAIN
Camino De Santiago - Frances: Transformational
They say of the challenge, when walking a Camino as a durational journey, that the first third is physical, the second third is mental, and the final third is spiritual.
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This virtual tour will trace the route Frances, punctuated with personal experience, logistical tips, historical context and inspiration. Your chance to reminisce, plan to find your Camino.
Next departure: TBC
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
SWITZERLAND
Lauterbrunnen, Lucerne & the Pays-d'Enhaut
Let us indulge in local cheeses and understand the incredible traditions of dairy farming that continue to resonate through this land and its people.
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Up to the "Top of Europe", we think about Switzerland's prehistoric footsteps and the breathtaking future ahead.
Next departure: TBC
10:30am PST // 1:30pm EST // 6:30pm GMT
