Escorted tours holiday brochure selection

They say: "The Titan Cruise and Tour brochure includes worldwide holidays that involve both a cruise and an escorted tour on land to make for a 'Grand Voyage'. This means you get the best of both worlds as you get to sit back and relax as you cruise on the waters and explore onshore with a tour led by your Titan guide and tour manager. For example, you could be combining a tour of the Rocky Mountains by road or rail with a cruise along Alaska's glacier-strewn coastline. All packages include accommodation, all meals onboard the boat and first class hotels for the land tour part. There are also door to door transfers no matter where you live in the UK and all flights are on scheduled airlines."

• Ten new itineraries for the 2013/2014 season including 'Pure Antarctica', 'Grand Voyage to Easter Island with Sydney Pacific Islands an Sydney', 'Honfleur and Guernsey Springtime Mini Cruise' and 'Iberian Explorer'
  
• All airport taxes, security charges, UK air passenger duty, fuel surcharges and taxes are included in the price of the package
  
• Key destinations include : USA, Canada, Latin America, Australia, New Zealand, Europe including the Med, Adriatic, Canary Islands and the Baltics

They say: "The idea behind this small, yet perfectly formed brochure is to offer a carefully picked selection of slimmed down escorted tours from the main Voyages Jules Verne collections at great value prices. The aim is for shorter, more affordable guided itineraries that keep the Voyages Jules Verne service quality standards, but cost less. Prices start at just £475 for a seven night tour to see the Highlights of Tunisia, which includes return flights, five star hotel accommodation and plenty of sightseeing. Tours are available on limited departure dates."

• All tour descriptions include the average group size and walking content rating so you know what to expect
  
• Flexibility of tours means you can add extensions to many of the itineraries
  
• Key destinations include: Tunisia, Turkey, Morocco, Ecuador, China, India and Uzbekistan

They say: "From the architectural feats of ancient civilisations to the majesty of the natural world, Asia is a treasure trove of wonders. Whether you are walking the Great Wall of China or colourful street markets, exploring vast temples, or the grandeur of empires past, discovering the ultramodern vibrancy of Shanghai or tracking tigers in the jungles of India, Asia is a true feast for the senses. In this brochure you will find a whole host of tours to all corners of Asia for you to enjoy."

• Brochure includes rail tours in India, river cruises in China and even cooking courses in Thailand
  
• Every tour includes as standard scheduled flights with renowned airlines, quality hotels and the Titan VIP Home Departure Service where you are picked up from and dropped off to your door
  
• Key destinations include: India, Sri Lanka, China, Japan, Malaysia, Vietnam and Cambodia

They say: "This is the first edition of the 2013 programme of holidays to Italy and you can book now, with prices starting at just £599 per person for an eight day holiday to Italy. Travelsphere organises escorted tours to take visitors to all the iconic sights while offering the opportunity to get further under the skin of every destination. You can stroll through characterful towns, experience the picture postcard sights of Rome, or perhaps enjoy the coastal road from Amalfi to Sorrento. For tours to less touristy places, Travelsphere has the Apulia and Le Marche covered too, so there really is something for everyone."

• Each tour holiday is accompanied by a tour manager or local guide full of knowledge and enthusiasm for Italy
  
• As well as traditional escorted tours, Travelsphere offers Venice Simplon Orient Express and Lake Garda by train holidays
  
• Key destinations include: Amalfi Coast, Rome, Sorrento, Apulia, Sicily, Lake Garda, Lake Maggiore, Tuscany, Elba, Le Marche, Italian Riviera

They say: "For many people Africa means plains stretching as far as the eye can see, populated by a host of creatures great and small. Indeed, the wildlife is definitely a highlight and this vast continent has great safaris, but also much more to offer too. Africa is a real melting pot of cultures, religions and civilisations, each nation having its own identity and we have tours that'll see you discovering all this. Accommodation is varied, with everything from five star lodges and comfortable 'Meru' tents to international class city hotels."

• New tours for 2013 include a tour of Morocco and the Atlas mountains, a fully secreted tour of Cairo, Alexandria and Luxor and an African adventure taking in Okavango Falls, Chobe National Park and Victoria Falls all on one trip
  
• Look out for special offers for bookings before 31 January 2013 eg save £200 on a 19 day tour of South Africa
  
• Key destinations include: South Africa, Namibia, Kenya, Tanzania, Morocco, Egypt and Jordan

They say: "This brochure presents a comprehensive collection of the very best cultural tours and inspirational journeys, all unfolding at a suitable pace, expertly guided where appropriate, in agreeable like-minded company and considerate of the local environment and customs too. Our itineraries are regularly revisited and improved by our own specialists and hand-picked local agents to provide the greatest benefits from travelling in a group context, yet preserve the individual enjoyment factor in every experience."

• Brochure now features 'Private journey' options for most of the tours for a more exclusive experience, as well as tailor made tours
  
• New itineraries include North Korea (featured for the first time), the Baltic States and even a special 'Secret Italy' tour
  
• Key destinations include: France, Italy, Portugal, Croatia, Albania, Russia, Morocco, Tunisia, Kenya, South Africa, Egypt, Tunisia, India, Sri Lanka, China, Peru, Colombia, Japan, Cuba and Costa Rica

They say: "This is the second edition of our Europe brochue, bringing a whole host of options so you can explore this amazing continent, with us by your side. Whether you've always fancied cruising the Norwegian fjords, relaxing on the shores of an Italian lake eating ice cream,losing yourself amongst the medieval streets of Dubrovnik, or discovering the seaside on your doorstep with a short break in Bournemouth, we've got all the 'must do' holidays and a whole lot more in this Europe-wide brochure. As well escorted tours we've got no fly holidays, river cruises and resort stays for you to choose from. And of course, there is still Titan's VIP home departure service that is included from every address in the UK to get you to your UK departure point for free."

• 'Stay and Explore' holidays allow to combine the best of both worlds with a tour element and a resort stay included in the one holiday
  
• A total of 22 new itineraries for 2013 including 'The Grand Rhine Journey with Lake Lucerne', 'Lakes and Islands of Undiscovered Croatia', 'Timeless Tuscany and Elba' and 'Classic Cyprus'
  
• Key destinations include: Italy, Spain, Cyprus, France, Germany, Turkey, Bulgaria, Russia, Iceland, Finland and Portugal

They say: "The second edition of this escorted tour and resort stay brochure. If the idea of exploring more than one destination is tempting, this brochure is for you. Our single and two-centre holidays incorporate less travel time, allowing you to really unwind and only having to unpack once or twice, to ensure a stress free holiday all the way. This brochure also features mini breaks in the UK so you can discover some of the wonders in our own backyard, from the rugged shoreline in Ireland, to the sandy beaches and restaurants in Cornwall."

• New tours for 2013 include : 'Treasures of Taormina', 'Scenic Lakes of Slovenia', 'Delights of Turkey' and 'Classic Cyprus'
  
• Most day trips and excursions are included within your holiday package price, which start at just £575 per person
  
• Key destinations include: Italy, Spain, Cyprus, Malta, Croatia, Russia, Egypt, Yorkshire, Lake District, Wales, Jersey and the Isle of Wight

They say: "Walk in the footsteps of heroes with this unique brochure from Leger Holidays that brings together a collection of guided tours to the WWI and WW2 battlefields, as well as other well-known battlefields worldwide. Only by seeing it yourself can you ever really understand the depths of sacrifices made and the heroism involved in these wars. You’ll see with your own eyes the places where history was made and hear the Leger Specialist Battlefield Guides tell the revealing stories that cast light on what really happened. These holidays are a true revelation."

• Prices start from £209, with reduced price child places on selected tours during the school holidays
  
• Seven new tours for 2013 including 'The Italian Campaign', 'Dambusters Anniversary', 'Vietnam 30 Years of Conflict' and 'Victoria Cross Heroes of WWII'
  
• Key destinations include : France, Jersey, Belgium, Turkey, Italy, Germany, South Africa, Israel, Netherlands and the USA

They say: "This is the second edition of the flagship Titan brochure and after listening to customer feedback, Titan has opened up hundreds of trips for solo travellers with reduced, half price or no single supplement. There are also lower prices on many of the tours, giving you a saving of up to £300, but rest assured the usual Titan high levels of customer service remain, complete with quality excursions and the VIP Home Departure Service."

• New tours include 'Oregon and the Pacific Coast', 'The Best of New England in the Fall', 'Venice and Lake Garda' and 'Vietnamese Discovery' tours
  
• Brochure includes 'Signature tours' that capture the titan spirit and are either the most popular, the longest running or enhanced tours
  
• Key destinations include: USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Egypt, China, Japan, Argentina, Norway, Italy, France and Croatia

They say: "The great thing about a holiday in Europe is that you don’t have to travel far to find a land of surprising contrasts with stunning landscapes, bustling cities, cultural centres and majestic mountains…the list is endless and this brochure is packed full of escorted tour and short break ideas (from three to 19 days away) to get you discovering Europe, with our expert tour guides by your side. There are over 490 local coach pick up points, so this is holidaying the easy way!"

• New tours for 2013 include ‘Cruising and Touring the Veneto’, ‘Walking the Austrian Tyrol’ and ‘The Breathtaking Lake District’.
  
• Silver Service trips offered on coaches with extra legroom for more comfort
  
• Key destinations include : Italy, Spain, Croatia, Germany, France, Holland, Great Britain, Ireland and Eastern Europe

They say: "This brochure has all sorts of itineraries and destinations, with a whole host of holiday options to the USA and Canada, with even Alaska and Hawaii included too. As well as the traditional escorted tour, you can opt for cruises, voyages by rail or a combination of the two. You'll see some departures have been designated 'Signature Tours' which have been picked out by Titan as being holidays that particularly show case the Titan philosophy. Some are itineraries that have been running for years and are always popular, others are new trips with the added bonus of superlative hotels to stay in. And don't forget, each holiday price includes the famous Titan VIP Home Departure Service too."

• New tours in this brochure include: 'Ol' Man River – the Heartbeat of America', and 'The Best of New England in the Fall',
  
• In all holiday descriptions all excursions are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, offering excellent value for money
  
• Key destinations include: California, New Mexico, Arizona, San Francisco, Hawaii, Nashville, Memphis, Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, Quebec, Boston, New York, Washington DC and New England

They say: "The essential ingredients of this specialist holidays include the opportunity to meet local people in their local environment, enjoy beautiful wildlife and scenery, spend time with Traidcraft producers, visit religious and historic sites and learn lots, all whilst travelling with like-minded people. Traidcraft has been running these eye-opening tours for many years now, allowing travellers (that they prefer to see as supporters and friends) the opportunity to see the benefits of fair trade work at first hand. This is not mass tourism. Undertaken on fair trade terms and working with Saddle Skedaddle who run the tours for Traidcraft and through partnerships with local people, the focus is on making a light footprint."

• All tours are limited in group size to be able to keep it authentic, far removed from the tourist trails
  
• Each holiday featured has a tour profile so you can easily what to expect on the trip so you can choose the best for you
  
• Key destinations include : India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Thailand, Vietnam, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, Cuba, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Peru and Chile

They say: "One of Titan's main aims is to offer value for money and this Early Booking Bonanza brochure is a very special preview of the range of tours and cruises lined up for 2014 and 2015. Booking early gives you the best range of dates (and cabins on cruises!) and you will save between £50 and £500 on the price of your trip. As the new Titan brochures will be coming out at soon, these preview prices are only available until the 31st July 2013."

• Hundreds of single supplements specially reduced or eliminated as part of the early bird promotion
  
• As an extra early booking bonus – reserve by 31st May 2013 and receive complimentary airport lounge access on selected holidays
  
• Key destinations include: China, Japan, India, Costa Rica, Italy, Portugal, Slovenia, Turkey, Russia, Switzerland, Norway and Croatia

They say: "New horizons, new experiences. Sights that take your breath away and surroundings that make you want to stay forever – that's what this Worldwide brochure is all about. Full of hand-crafted voyages with departures from September 2013 to the end of 2014, this first edition means you can plan your ideal holiday well in advance. And with the help of the Kuoni concierge team, you can build in private tours, trips and activities too, from hot air ballooning over the Serengeti to riding in a 1950s car in Havana. So whether it's a lazy holiday on a private island or an all-action safari tour, it's all in this brochure."

• All destinations, resorts and accommodation labelled so you know what sort of holiday to expect, such as 'Mind, body and soul', 'Away from it all', 'Time together' and 'For families'
  
• Look out for Kuoni Plus features such as bonus nights, free room upgrades, free child offers and food and beverage packages
  
• Key destinations include: Maldives, Seychelles. Sri Lanka, Oman, Egypt, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Barbados, Bermuda, Mexico, USA and Brazil

They say: "This brochure gathers together a collection of 'short stories abroad' with an innovative and diverse range of guided city and relaxing resort stays of three to nine nights. All holidays are underpinned with the Voyages Jules Verne quality value and service. We also have those special touches that'll delight you if you're interested in history, culture, art, gardens, walking, music, relaxation or cruises. Holidays start from £345 per person for a four night escorted break to Marrakech in Morocco with sightseeing tours included."

• Voyages Jules Verne offers a 'Private Journey' service so your exclusive group from two upwards can enjoy the same guided itinerary but with just your personal group
  
• Independent Arrivals – the brochure includes a range of 'land only' arrangements with reductions so you can make your own arrangements to join the group
  
• Key destinations include : Tunisia, Morocco, Jordan, Turkey, Cyprus, Malta, Hungary, Czech Republic, Russia, Italy, France and Portugal

They Say: "A bumper edition of this all-encompassing brochure from Travelsphere boasts tour itineraries covering over 90 different countries. New for 2012/2013 is Panama boosting our Latin America programme. All tours have been carefully designed to offer a good mix of excursions and free time, so as well as being guided around the sights, you have plenty of time to relax. Look out for special departures that have been booked to coincide with big events and festivals, from the carnival in Rio, to the Italian opera festival for a really exhilarating holiday."

• Brochure includes rail tours in the UK, France, Italy, Canada and as add-ons in India
  
• Choose flights from 19 different regional and capital airports for your departures
  
• Key destinations include: USA, Canada, Hawaii, Chile, Brazil, China, Vietnam, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Israel, Morocco, Turkey, Italy, France, Germany and Russia