Two years ago, we launched a new hiking route on the beautiful island of Madeira. After successfully leading our well-known “Senderismo nas Leivadas” trip for several years, Filipe, who knows the island’s trails intimately, suggested an exciting challenge for experienced hikers: a traverse from Machico to Porto Moniz, crossing the island’s peaks and central plateau.
This remote corner of the Arctic is known for its scenic beauty, where the northern lights dance in the winter sky.
A journey to capture the essence of the Arctic’s natural beauty, with unique experiences that go beyond the ordinary. A special photography departure accompanied by Eduardo Blanco, in a very small group.
It is something we have been thinking about for some time, a dream we have always had, and now it seems the moment has come… let’s go on safari as a family!
But now that we're clear that we're going to take the whole family safari, many questions arise. Which destination would be best for a family safari? What kind of safari will appeal more to my family? Where will we see the most animals? Is this a child-friendly safari?
In this article, we will try to answer all these questions to make your family trip an unforgettable experience.
With turquoise waters, stunning rock formations and a rich history, this natural wonder alone is worth a trip to Vietnam.
The Halong Bay It is so beautiful that everyone who visits is impressed. You probably know it lies in the north of the country, in Quang Ninh province, on the Gulf of Tonkin. A little further north, China begins.
Sapa is much more than a tourist destination; it is a melting pot of cultures, a living testimony of harmonious coexistence between the Hmong, Dao, Tay, Zay and Xa Pho ethnic groups. From the vibrant palette of traditional costumes to the ancient melodies that resonate in the hills, each corner of Sapa tells a unique story that reflects the richness of ethnic diversity.
At present the word safari appears in many contexts. We see it used for a city walk, a tour of several vineyards or even a food walk to try tapas at different restaurants. All of these are given the word safari, which can cause confusion. Urban safari, food safari, safaris here, there and everywhere.
Albania surprises anyone who delves into its culture, gets to know its people and discovers its untouched landscapes. Like Iran, it is one of those countries about which we have preconceived ideas, prompting travellers to reset their expectations and start from 0 when they get there.
The former Soviet Union was dissolved and the Berlin Wall fell, but Albania continued to resist reforms for years.
Safari Kidogo is an African adventure timed for the Christmas holidays, ideal for those seeking new experiences. It challenges the idea that safaris can become repetitive and monotonous. As well as seeing lions and buffaloes, along the way we will discover…
Last places available for November travel: no crowds, no delays and no queues.
If you are lucky enough to have a few days off in November and want to get off the usual tourist trail, we still have spaces on trips that are especially recommended for this month.
“The desert is too vast to accommodate lies.”
This is how Brahim, our 63-year-old Tuareg guide, explained why things are different in the desert. Brahim was the human GPS who guided our expedition to Libya for a front-row view of the solar eclipse in 2006.
Our long history of Saharan travel began in the early 1980s, when we opened the agency. Those first 4×4 routes through Algeria and Morocco gradually expanded. Mauritania, Tunisia, Niger, Egypt and years after the Chad, Sudan and Libya completed our range of trips to the Sahara Desert.
This route through ancient Persia takes us to sophisticated, age-old cities: Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan, Tehran and Kerman, as well as the Kaluts Desert. Friendly, cultured and welcoming local people help visitors reflect on this sensitive situation today.
A 9-day route specially designed to celebrate the New Year festivities through a journey rich in cultural variety. The ease of connecting with Iranian people means travellers return home with a very different impression from the one they had before.
A different way to travel, away from summer crowds and the busiest destinations.
If you are lucky enough to have a holiday in December and have not chosen your destination yet, here are some ideas to get you away from home. These trips depart in December, but do not necessarily coincide with Spain’s Constitution Day long weekend.
From the first steps of civilization and the golden age of Phoenician cities of Sidon, Tyre, Beirut and Byblos, to the remains of the medieval Crusades in Tripoli, passing through the glorious Roman past of Baalbeck and the flourishing Islamic era, Lebanon was always the door of Asia and the East or the last Asian port for others.
Here are 5 reasons to choose it as your destination
Iran’s geographical position and vast underground oil reserves make it a key player in international relations. Fortunately, in recent years, differences with other countries have been resolved through peaceful negotiation, leaving dark chapters of its history behind and Iran shows its best side: a modern, highly educated country welcomes travellers with open arms visitor.
Iran is shaped by the weight of its history. It is known as the cradle of Western civilisation and a crossroads for many peoples and cultures.
Mongolia is often associated with the Gobi Desert, nomads travelling with their tents and Genghis Khan, once the terror of the steppes. All of that is true, but there is much more. Here are some notes from our travel journal to help you learn more about the country, its customs and way of life.
Some of our destinations are more popular than others. In this post, we highlight three places we particularly like that often fly under most travellers’ radar.
If you ask us... this is what we advise.
More and more families ask us for a special trip tailored to them. All our small group trips are designed for adults, although many allow children to join if their families understand that they will be travelling with other participants.
Have you thought about travel to Cuba? From a historical and social perspective, few places rival Cuba. Add Caribbean beaches, mountains bursting with biodiversity and welcoming people who also speak our language, and the result is an unbeatable destination. One of our favourites, without a doubt.
We have more than 200 destinations planned around the world that we can adapt to your tastes. We know that some people feel uncomfortable travelling with a group of strangers, or perhaps you want to travelling with your family or friends, this would be a good option.
Tailor-made trips give you greater freedom to travel at your own pace.
The announcement of an early election caught us all by surprise. Many of us had planned to travel in the second half of July and had already booked our holidays or were choosing our destination. Whatever your situation, you can rest assured if you are planning to travel with Viajes Tuareg.