Group adventures holiday brochure selection

They say: "This School Adventures brochure is brand new from The Adventure Company and includes a selection of extraordinary school trips worldwide. All are designed to closely follow the National Curriculum Key Stages 2-5. Whether you’re immersing yourself in the local culture or seeing new landscapes for the first time the trips are designed to educate, stimulate and inspire."

• The Adventure Company offers over 220 trips to 55 countries worldwide
  
• Flexibility – The Adventure Company will adapt itineraries to fit any special interests of your class, whether it’s a particular museum or ancient site
  
• Key destinations include : Morocco, Turkey, Jordan, Egypt, Andorra, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Peru, Cuba, Tanzania, China

They say: "G Adventures is based in Canada, so they know a thing or two when it comes to touring Canada and America. This brochure has a wealth of different tour types, meaning you can explore the spiritual home of rock and roll, the milkshake and the drive in movie (along with a whole load of modern culture!). There are beaches, National Parks and crazy cities all waiting to be explored."

• The brochure includes all trip styles from overland adventures for that authentic back country experience, to holidays in total comfort
  
• Travelling solo is no problem with G Adventures as you can choose the ‘My Own Option’ on many itineraries
  
• Key destinations include : Banff, Jasper, Quebec, Chicago. Florida, Alaska, New Orleans, San Diego, Las Vegas and Los Angeles

They say: "This is the main brochure from The Adventure Company. Aiming to travel further and take you well beyond the regular tourist trail, you’re invited to join The Adventure Company to discover a world that’s bigger and more varied than you ever imagined. This year trips to big, bold and beautiful America, mesmerising Colombia and majestic Russia are all included for the first time."

• Group leaders are always on hand to ensure your trip and all activities and experiences run smoothly
  
• Groups sizes are kept small, usually five to 14 like-minded people, so you can really get to know each other and enjoy the sightseeing more
  
• Key destinations include : USA, Mexico, Brazil, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Vietnam, Spain, Italy, Turkey, Kenya, Russia, Poland and Finland

They say: "At G Adventures it’s all about not being treated like a tourist and having an adventure instead! The company believes the best thing about the word adventure is that it’s so open-ended. You decide what it means to you, with most of our clients seeking cultural immersion, active exploration and the ability to embrace the unexpected. This brochure is packed full of tours with small groups and independent travel ideas to countries throughout Central and South America."

• Look out for special interest tours such as the Volcano Trail and the famous Inca Trail hiking route
  
• Not all holidays offered are group tours you can go independently too, such as staying in an Amazon Lodge in Puerto Maldonado
  
• Key destinations include : Cuba, Mexico, Costa Rico, Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador, Peru and Chile

They say: "Experience Russia, Mongolia, China, Kazakstan, Uzbekistan and India at ground level, travelling with the locals, discovering the cities with a local Honcho (they are the Vodkatrain local expert guides) and eating out and getting around at local prices. Not so much a regimented escorted group tour, Vodkatrain aims to be more like managing a group of like-minded young people travelling together on the same itinerary. There is no tour guide, but at each stop you’ll be met and shown all the best bits by a local Honcho who lives in the area."

• Vodkatrain insists on small groups of no more than 15, to avoid all the hassles of a large group tour and the age range is 18-35 years
  
• All voyages include visa support, train tickets, accommodation, station transfers and the help of your local honchos every step of the way
  
• Key destinations include : Russia, Vietnam, India, China, Mongolia, Kazakstan, Uzbekistan and Japan

They say: "If you believe getting there is half the fun you will love G Adventures and their collection of tours and trips to explore Europe. With these trips you might find yourself strolling the streets of Paris, tucking into some tapas in Barcelona, hiking ancient trails in Turkey or soaking up some culture in an Italian art gallery. G Adventures aims to take like-minded people to new places, no matter what their age or budget."

• Brochure includes Greek island sailing holidays, trekking in the Alps and holidays where you get to stay ‘with the locals’ in Italy
  
• G Adventures can also put together ‘Europe Loop’ trips where you tour multiple countries on a single tour
  
• Key destinations include : France, Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, UK, Austria, Germany, Netherlands and Slovenia

They say: "We’re committed to providing the best small group adventure holidays to the Americas – a vast continent offering huge diversity. This brochure offers an incredible selection of tours for people of all ages and we guarantee to take you beyond the guidebooks and off the busy tourist trails as you explore North, South and Central America. You’ll be camped out under the stars in Monument Valley, hiking trails of the Canadian Rockies and trekking the fabled Inca Trail and lots more."

• With TrekAmerica walking tours there are two guides on every tour and a maximum group of 13
  
• TrekAmerica has a fleet of custom-built expedition vehicles and there are camping tours, lodge tours and family adventures included in the brochure
  
• Key destinations include : USA, Canada, Alaska, Mexico, Costa Rica and Peru

They say: "In North Africa and the Middle East history doesn’t hold still behind a pane of glass. You can run your fingers through sun-warmed sand and hear the echo of the building of the pyramids over 5000 years ago. That’s what this brochure is all about, the mystery and exoticism of the ancient lands in North Africa and the Middle East and G Adventures’ tours will help you discover it all."

• Brochure includes Red Sea trips on traditional felucca boats as well as budget to comfort standard tours
  
• As well as small group adventures, the brochure features independent trips you can go on too
  
• Key destinations include : Morocco, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey Oman, Israel, Iran and Syria

They say: "Welcome to what Exodus considers to be the very best activity and adventure brochure available. This 2012/2013 collection of trips delves into some of the world’s most extraordinary ecosystems, civilisations and experiences across all seven continents. With over 400 different itineraries, Exodus is confident there is a small group adventure holiday to suit you."

• Loyalty discounts of 5% when you book your third to ninth trips and 10% off for 10th trip or more
  
• Trip styles include Adult Only, Solo Departures, Self-Guided and Premium (luxury) Adventures
  
• Key destinations include : Botswana, Cambodia, Canada, Egypt, France, India, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Tunisia and Thailand.

They say: "This latest brochure from G Adventures includes tours to every corner of Asia, a continent full of colour, cultural richness and history. There are different styles of tour available too, from basic through standard to comfort. There is also a full range of sailing adventure trips in Thailand for an Asian adventure by sea and some of the classic Trans Mongolia rail journeys too."

• For solo travellers many of the trips offer your own room/accommodation for the duration of the trip for a small supplement
  
• Look out for extra special activities including tobogganing down the Great Wall of China, a zip line thrill ride in Bangkok and Cambodian cooking classes in Phnom Penh
  
• Key destinations include : Nepal, Philippines, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Tibet, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Uzbekistan, Mongolia and Singapore

They say: "Take 13 likeminded travellers from around the world, add a 100% American tour leader with our own private transportation, mix in an incredible array of exciting cities and spectacular national parks, plus loads of included activities and over 40 years of experience – in fact we’re celebrating 40 years in 2012. There are loads of tour types too, with Xtra value tours, camping tours and budget lodging tours."

• Group sizes are kept to a maximum of 13, making it easier to take part in activities, go sightseeing and for travelling as a group
  
• No single supplements for most trekkers and TrekAmerica has a food kitty systems to make it cost effective for eating
  
• Key destinations include : Western and Eastern US tours, Canada, Alaska, Mexico and Costa Rica

They say: "G Adventures partners you up with small groups of like-minded adventure seekers from all over the world to discover the best hidden corners of Africa. You’ll come face to face with big game wildlife, fascinating cultures and breathtaking landscapes too on these tours. G Adventures can also spice up your tour with activity packs, such as sandboarding in Swakopmund and hot air ballooning in the Serengeti."

• Brochure includes camping safaris, the most popular trip style to Africa
  
• Each trip is categorised for trip style, service level and physical demand so you can see at a glance if it’s suitable for you
  
• Key destinations include : Madagascar, Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe

They say:"Enjoy an overland adventure to Africa, Asia, North or South America. All our trips show you the ‘must see’ sights as well as getting off the tourist track quite literally in our all-terrain vehicles to go to the places where most others don’t go. This is where Dragoman belongs; mixing with local communities on a voyage of discovery at a grass roots level. As well as all terrain trucks we have trips using local transport and luxury trips to suit all budgets and desires."

• For 2012 there are 30 new overland trips including new destinations for Dragoman like Morocco, Mongolia, Malaysia and Georgia
  
• Trips last from two to 28 weeks with Dragoman staff and crew accompanying you
  
• Key destinations include: Alaska, Canada, Ameruca, Mexico, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Morocco, Gambia, Zambia, India, Turkey, Thailand, Malaysia, Mongolia and China

They say: "Imaginative Traveller’s worldwide brochure is packed full with every type of adventure going. There are discovery and cultural tours, walking and trekking, wildlife and safaris and family adventures. If you’re looking for a more relaxed holiday or a tailor made trip, Imaginative Traveller can do that as well. The company uses experienced local guides to help you see all those iconic sights, but also their favourite hidden treasures. Imagine camping under the stars in the White Desert in Egypt, watching a voodoo ceremony in Africa or even enjoying amazing views from the high passes of the Everest mountain range. It’s all in this brochure.

• Many of the tours offer all guaranteed departures so you can book with confidence
  
• There are no single supplements on most tours when you can share a twin with a same sex fellow traveller
  
• Key destinations include : Middle East, Africa, India, Himalayas, South East Asia, China and Central Asia, Latin America

They say: "If you’re looking for something just a little bit different from the usual package holiday, you’re looking in the right place! Our trips are adventurous, sometimes unpredictable, hands on and generally not your average beach holiday. Most of our travellers are in their 20s or 30s, so if you fancy travelling with like-minded people to discover some amazing countries, there is something to suit you in this brochure. Imagine discovering the Kingdoms and Carnivals of South America, going Gorilla Trekking or heading off on the Peru and Bolivia Explorer."

• Most trips have a range of optional activities, so you can decide whether to join in or not
  
• Prices listed in the brochure do not include international travel to tour departure point and a local payment will be added too
  
• Key destinations include : Egypt, Jordan, Israel, Peru, Bolivia, Turkey, Syria, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, South Africa, Kenya, Botswana,Tanzania, Libya, Tunisia