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History & culture holidays

Explore the world's great civilisations

Immersive, tailor-made adventures

Introduction

From the Pyramids to the Parthenon, the Silk and Spice Routes to the Suez Canal, local history and culture add a rich flavour to any travel experience. Whether you want to explore the great opera houses of Sydney and Beijing, or the Palaeolithic cave paintings of France and Spain, our history and culture specialists can help you find your ideal holiday.

Venture deep into Mayan Mexico, mountainous Machu Picchu, the Mekong, the Maharaja palaces of India, Imperial Russia and China, or any other destination that piques your curiosity. Wherever you choose to travel, our history and culture specialists will get you inspired and help you plan a holiday to remember.

Our unrivalled local knowledge and contacts on the ground deliver tailor-made themed excursions and multi-centre tours and cruises. Or if you prefer, we’ll advise you on the best local tours and destinations, and send you on a highly personalised self-drive or walking tour.


 

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Our top itineraries for History & culture holidays

Lavaux vineyard terraces

Tastes of Switzerland

8-day tailor-made holiday from £2,995 pp incl. flights

Journey by train between Switzerland’s French, Italian and German speaking regions, immersing yourself in the country’s rich culinary heritage through a series of included workshops and tasting experiences.

Uyuni Lodge

Chile & Bolivia: Atacama Desert to the Uyuni Salt Flats

14-day tailor-made holiday from £10,225 pp incl. flights

Journey between the urban delights and natural wonders of Chile and Bolivia on this captivating adventure, with luxury accommodation and guided touring included throughout.

Cherry blossom season and Koriyama Castle in Nara, Japan

Japan's Cherry Blossoms with Oceania

15-day luxury ocean cruise

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Explore Japan’s most famous city sights at the height of cherry blossom season on a luxury small-ship cruise with Oceania, including Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Nagasaki. You'll even hop across to Busan in South Korea.

Ostuni

Secrets of Puglia

9-day small-group escorted tour from £2,785 pp incl. flights

Journey between historic cities, whitewashed rural villages and UNESCO World Heritage sites on this small-group escorted tour of Puglia, with authentic culinary experiences and guided walking tours included throughout.

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Top offers for History & culture holidays

River Nile, Egypt

Secrets of Egypt with AmaWaterways

12-day luxury river cruise from £5,445 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to £375 pp off selected dates
Book by: 31 July 2024

Join AmaWaterways for a luxurious and immersive cruise along Egypt's River Nile, pausing to explore iconic ancient sites in the company of expert guides, between five-star stays in the heart of Cairo.

Amsterdam tulips and windmills

Hidden Waterways of Flanders & Holland

8-day luxury river cruise from £4,310 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Free flights from the UK for selected dates in 2024
Book by: 31 July 2024

This fully inclusive Tauck river cruise will see you pair the historic towns and windmill-dotted landscapes of the Netherlands with a trio of Belgium cities – Antwerp, Bruges and Brussels.

Eastern & Oriental Express

Eastern & Oriental Express: Wild Malaysia

9-day luxury rail holiday from £5,475 pp incl. flights

Special
offer

Sep / Oct departure savings – Save up to £1,155pp
Book by: 31 July 2024

Starting in Singapore, travel north in luxurious style, exploring the dense jungles of Malaysia's tiger territory, before embracing the rich heritage and cultural history of Penang.

Buddha statue next to waterway at Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Charms of the Mekong with AmaWaterways

14-day luxury river cruise holiday from £3,710 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to £750 pp off selected departure dates
Book by: 31 July 2024

Enjoy a luxury cruise along the Mekong River between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap with AmaWaterways, discovering culture-rich cities and hidden gems with plenty of local flavour.

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Why book with Wexas Travel?

At Wexas, we specialise in bespoke travel experiences. Our itineraries are just samples of what we can arrange, and can be changed depending on your precise needs, finances and ideas by our experienced destination specialists.

Contact one of our consultants on 020 7590 0610 to discuss how we can tailor your holiday.

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Every step of the way

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