Each year the folks at Peregrine sit down, get out their atlas, and get to planning new and exciting trips. And they have done a great job again this year - exciting small-group adventures lead by excellent tour guides while staying in comfort. Here are the trips that we want to travel on!
Chile & Argentina: Patagonia Hiking
11 days from $6,625
Trek amid dramatic panoramas of glaciers, lagoons, misty granite peaks and unique Andean wildlife. Conquer the renowned Torres Base Trek and explore some of Glacier National Park's greatest trails – not to mention the extraordinary Perito Merino Glacier. With comfortable hotels, expert local guides and many chances to relax and sip coffee in quaint mountain villages, this is Patagonia with a touch of class. View Trip
Highlights of Croatia & the Balkans 8 days from $2,460
This itinerary combines the best of Croatia, Bosnia, Herzegovina and Montenegro - a colourful tapestry of cultures, landscapes and traditions. Come and discover beautiful cathedrals, monasteries, palaces, Ottoman mosques and UNESCO-protected townscapes, pristine beaches, mountain peaks and old-world villages. View Trip El Salvador & Guatemala 15 days from $5,850
Discover a rich culture that fascinatingly mixes the modern world, influences of Spanish colonialism, and traditions that stretch right back to the ancient Maya. Travel from black sand beaches to colonial towns, the Copan ruins and experience towering pyramids hidden in dense jungle, sparkling lakes ringed by memorable volcanic peaks; even a local market becomes a cause for wonder. View Trip Italy: Walking in Tuscany 8 days from $3,265
Famous for its rolling, sun-drenched hills dotted with quaint villages and scored by manicured rows of vineyards, the Tuscan countryside remains an unspoiled vision of classical Italy. From captivating Florence, with its historic galleries and magnificent hilltop views, head out to the Val d’Orcia region and visit ancient villages waiting to be explored. Wander through crumbling castle remains in Monte Voltraio, get lost in the cobbled laneways of Volterra, and discover the hidden secrets of Siena. Taste local wines and experience an unforgettable night at a Tuscan farm. View Trip Ethiopia Experience 19 days from $7,730
From 3 million-year-old fossilised hominid remains in Addis Ababa to incredible rock-hewn churches, hidden crypts and grottoes in Lalibela, this trip uncovers the 500-year-old monastery islands of Bahir Dar, the elegant castles and palatial complexes that stand guard over the city of Gondar, the majestic geological formations of the Simien mountains, the giant obelisks that rise of Axum, and even the rumoured home of the Ark of the Covenant. Cross the savanna, look out for wildlife and meet a diverse and fascinating range of distinct tribal groups. This is an adventure like no other. View Trip Vietnam: Sapa Explorer 8 days from $1,675
Travel to Sapa and uncover the jewels of Vietnam's verdant northwest, home to a multitude of minority cultures and quaint villages hidden in the distant green hills and valleys. Take the plush Victoria Express to Lao Cai, your stepping stone to some spectacular trekking trails. Be invited into the home of local villagers, and stay at a dramatically located ecolodge deep in the misty mountains of Hoang Lien National Park. With a new surprise and photographic opportunity seemingly around every turn, this is Vietnam at its picturesque best. View Trip
Birds of Paradise, Papua New Guinea - Limited Edition 8 days from $3,915
Based out of an eco-lodge near Mt Hagen, head out on daily nature walks to the best bird-viewing sites in Papua New Guinea. Ornate Melidectes, Long-tailed Shrikes and Island Leaf-warblers, well as Lesser, Blue and Superb Birds of Paradise – enjoy optimal access to the whole exotic menagerie. But it's not just about birds. You'll also experience a local cultural festival, observing as costumed villagers perform tribal dances and songs, and getting involved with the preparation of a traditional mumu meal. Keen for a different sort of travel experience? This is it. View Trip
Highlights of Iceland 9 days from $5,525 Explore the beautifully rugged landscapes of Iceland’s western peninsulas with soaring coastal cliffs, centuries-old volcanic glaciers and idyllic waterfalls. Enjoy a boat cruise between icebergs at Glacier Lagoon and trek around vast waterside craters. Visit charming fishing villages and walk the colourful streets of Reykjavik. View Trip South Africa: Garden Route & Capelands 13 days from $4,350
The best of South Africa through an ever-changing landscape of cityscapes, national parks, stunning lagoons, towering mountains and roads that wind along the end of the continent and cross through heritage vineyards. Get acquainted with elephants, hike the spectacular rugged coastline, look out for whales and indulge in the continent’s best wine and food. This is the perfect South African tasting platter. View Trip Splendours of Italy & Southern France 21 days from $10,515
Perhaps it’s the sumptuous flavours that first draws us to France and Italy, or maybe the promise of famed ruins and drop-dead gorgeous scenery. Whatever it is you come to discover, you’ll find the perfect combination in southern France, Tuscany and the Italian Riviera. View Trip Complete Greece 19 days from $8,235
This tour offers a curated selection of the best parts of Greece. From the world-famous Acropolis in Athens to Greece’s first capital, the pretty seaside village of Nafplion, you’ll feel the Greek spirit is very much alive. Then head to the islands and soak up million dollar Mediterranean views, hang out in whitewashed cubist houses, and relax on golden beaches by the bluest of seas. View Trip Gourmet Explorer Morocco 11 days from $2415
Discover an intoxicating combination of Arabic, Berber, and European influences on this gourmet adventure. From a market breakfast in classic Casablanca, travel along the coast for fresh seafood in a fortified fishing village, then climb into the hills of the stunning Riff Mountains to gorge on goat’s cheese. Picnic in the shadow of ancient Roman ruins, taste your way through the medieval laneways of Fes and Marrakech and break bread with a Berber family. From street food and small-batch producers to home-cooked dinners and hands-on cooking classes, this is memorable Morocco on a plate. View Trip