Itineraries for History & culture holidays

Essence of Japan with Tauck

14-day escorted tour from £10,690 pp incl. flights

Delve deep into Japan's stories heritage on this escorted tour from Tauck, taking in everything from the hot springs of Hakone to the cultural treasures of Kyoto.

Secrets of Egypt with AmaWaterways

12-day luxury river cruise holiday from £5,755 pp incl. flights

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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.

Ancient wonders of Egypt & Jordan

15-day tailor-made holiday from £7,385 pp incl. flights

Combine the best of the Middle East's impressive sights on this comprehensive independent tour of Egypt and Jordan, staying in luxury hotels throughout.

Hidden Waterways of Flanders & Holland

8-day luxury river cruise from £4,390 pp incl. flights

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: Wild Malaysia

9-day luxury rail holiday from £5,375 pp

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

Japan's autumn colours with Regent Seven Seas Cruises

13-day luxury ocean cruise holiday from £8,750 pp incl. flights

Sail with Regent Seven Seas Cruises to explore the best of Japan's neon mega-cities, gorgeous gardens and multi-tiered temples, all awash in the vibrant colours of autumn.