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15/07/2025

River cruises offer a unique and immersive way of seeing the world, and you're sure to find an itinerary that aligns with your hobbies and interests - whether that be historical sights, wine regions or authentic cultural experiences.

Did you know you could also join a river cruise with our experts - explore delicious food markets with a top chef or take in a musical performance from a renowned singer.

If you haven't considered a river cruise holiday before or don't know what to expect, read our latest blog post:

River cruises offer a unique and immersive way of seeing the world and you'll easily find an itinerary that aligns with your hobbies and interests - whether that be historical sights, wine regions or authentic cultural experiences. You can even join a river cruise with our experts -explore delicious...

10/07/2025

2026 NOW ON SALE!

Explore the charming towns and villages of the Swiss and Italian Alps as you discover the region’s dramatic natural beauty on our bestselling tour.

✅ Stay in Colico, on the shores of Lake Como
✅ Ride the Bernina Express to St Moritz
✅ Private Lake Como cruise and Como city tour

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This best-selling tour is back for 2024. Visit Lake Como, St Moritz and ride the Bernina Railway on this seven-night journey. Book now with Tripsmiths

08/07/2025

Author, battlefield guide and military historian Clive Harris (Battle Honours Ltd) has been writing about, lecturing on and visiting the Somme Battlefields for 40 years. If you've joined one of our history tours in the past, you may have met Clive and learned from his knowledge and expertise.

Ahead of our 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme tour next year, Clive sat down with us to talk about his life, career and why the Somme is so special.

Read about it in our latest blog post:

Read our exclusive interview with military historian, Clive Harris and find your next expert-led cruise or tour – only with Tripsmiths

03/07/2025

Looking for your next staycation? You don’t have to travel far for outstanding beaches and dramatic landscapes... Take a look at our UK trips collection! Our expert-led tour recommendations include:

🛥️ Hebrides with John Craven - departs September 2025
🌳 Cotswolds with Adam Henson - departs October 2025
🛤️ Scottish steam with Carol Kirkwood - departs October 2025
👑 Northern Belle to Royal Yacht Britannia with Dickie Arbiter LVO - departs November 2025
🏝️ Isles of Scilly with Julian Branscombe - departs June-September 2026

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From miles of dramatic coastline, to beautiful countryside and quintessential English country gardens - you don't need to travel far to appreciate the natural beauty of the British Isles. Whichever season you choose to travel, getaways close to home have an enduring appeal, offering so many exciting...

01/07/2025

Join a very special tour of London's magnificent royal palaces and learn about the history within their walls in the company of former Royal Press Secretary Dickie Arbiter LVO.

📅 4 days: 14-17 December 2025 | From £1,395pp

🔦 Highlights include: Hampton Court Palace tour, Kensington Palace audio tour and festive afternoon tea, enjoy the seasonal illuminations and spirit at Kew Gardens, St Paul's Cathedral tour and stay at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge.

Stay in Westminster and visit Hampton Court Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral and Kensington Palace, as well as Kew at Christmas. Find out more and book

26/06/2025

New for 2025: Ride the GoldenPass Express through Switzerland’s mountains.

🛤️Stay in Montreux and take in the scenic beauty of Switzerland during this no-fly tour, with multiple rail journeys and a Lake Geneva cruise included. You'll also enjoy excursions to the fairytale Castle Chillon and surrounding areas, and visit the region's famous vineyards in UNESCO-listed Lavaux, with tastings.

📅 5-8 October 2025 | 5 days from £1,675pp

Ride the GoldenPass Express from Montreux to Interlaken and stay at a lakeside hotel during this no-fly tour of Switzerland. Find out more and book

24/06/2025

🐋 Find your next wildlife tour 🐋

🦅 Wildlife tours offer travellers the unique opportunity to embrace the outdoors to observe sometimes rare and unique species in their natural habitats. Guided tours led by knowledgeable experts provide valuable insights and awareness into local conservation efforts to preserve these environments.

🦒 We have a range of wildlife tours - from the Scilly Isles to South Africa, and Norway to Antarctica. If you're looking for unique opportunities and unforgettable experiences, take a look at our blog post.

Wildlife tours offer travellers a unique opportunity to embrace the outdoors. Read our travel inspiration post and find your next tour with Tripsmiths

19/06/2025

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Labyrinth and tour medieval Carcassonne with best-selling author, Kate Mosse.

📅 7 days: 5-11 October 2025 | From £2,249pp
PLUS low single supplement

🔦 Highlights include: Carcassonne tour, visit Rennes-le-Château and Rennes-Les-Bains, spend a day in Toulouse, cruise the Canal du Midi and explore Montségur Castle.

Join author Kate Mosse for a tour of the Occitanie region and stay in Carcassonne as you celebrate the 20th anniversary of Labyrinth. Find out more and book

17/06/2025

🪻 Whether you're a garden hobbyist or a budding horticulturist - how would you like to join garden designer and popular Gardeners' World presenter Adam Frost on a glorious gardens tour in 2026?

🌷 Choose to cruise Dutch Waterways in the spring, with a visit to Keukenhof Gardens. Or experience the sights and scents of the Madeira Flower Festival, as you explore the island's beautiful botanical gardens.

Find out more online:
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12/06/2025

📣 “It was great having someone with Guy's specialist knowledge and enthusiasm for sharing his in-depth insights. His personal style was engaging and fun. I would also like to say that Clive added much value to the role of Tour Manager with his experiences.”

Our guest had been on many expert-led tours before - in the fields of archaeology, history, botany and wildlife. They really enjoyed our recent Guy Walters Great Escape tour (it’s a popular one!) and shared their experience with us. If you’re yet to book an expert-led tour, it’s a unique way of seeing your destination, with added insights and expertise. As our customer said:

📣 “Travelling with an expert in a relatively small group of similarly interested people is a fulfilling experience combining insights with camaraderie.”

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Customer feedback is really important to us and first-hand reviews are invaluable in ensuring each trip is a success and runs smoothly year after year. Every guest is sent a feedback form after their return and we also ask guests for further insights on our trips.

10/06/2025

🪻 Explore beautiful gardens on an escorted tour! 🪻

🌷 Whether you're a garden hobbyist or a budding horticulturist, some of the best destinations around the world combine stunning natural landscapes with beautifully manicured gardens.

🌻 We have a range of nature and garden trips, some of which are led by our experts to provide exclusive insights and expertise.

🪷 If you're looking to visit some of the world's best gardens or flower fields, take a look at our blog post.

Looking for the world's best gardens and flower fields? Our travel inspiration post highlights unmissable destinations. Find out more with Tripsmiths

05/06/2025

🔦 Destination spotlight 🔦

Italy boasts a bounty of treasures for its visitors: ancient history, rich culture, delicious food and wine, glorious gardens and so much more.

There's always another reason to return to La Dolce Vita. If you need further convincing, read our blog post, which highlights:
🗺️ The deep and varied history
🗺️ The delicious food
🗺️ The soul-stirring opera
🗺️ The opulent glamour
🗺️ The excellent wine

Italy is a fabulous destination, known for its history, food, wine, glamour and opera. Read our travel inspiration post and find your next tour with Tripsmiths