The idea behind Vodkatrain is a simple one. Designed to appeal to adventure hungry 18 to 35 year olds who want to go backpacking, but prefer to not ‘go it alone’, these tours send you to Russia, Mongolia, China and Vietnam. You’ll travel with the locals, eat with the locals and mix with the locals. A great sense of adventure is key to these tours!

• No road crew and no traditional tour leaders – Vodkatrain uses local Honchos (usually local students) who will show you what you want to see in their hometown
  
• Small group sizes with a max of 15
  
• Vodkatrain is your support network, but also offers you lots of flexibility

Sundowners Overland offers small group and tailormade holidays travelling eastwards to discover Asia by train. Passing through impressive panoramas and vast, dramatic landscapes, these tours make for a voyage of a lifetime.

• The company now offers Premium Tours – all the usual tour highlights with a very high level of comfort
  
• Group journeys have a maximum of 15 travellers, whilst Tailormade tours are ideal for independent travellers
  
• Sundowners has specialised in this market for almost 45 years and has a local knowledge and service that is second to none

The beauty of this brochure is that it offers a variety of ways to enjoy the most wonderful parts of Switzerland. Choose from escorted or unescorted tours, journeys by rail or air and staying in hotels or self-catered apartments.

• Tours are divided into escorted or unescorted so you can choose just how you want tour the country
  
• Flexibility is key with a good choice of flight times and daily tour departures for many tours
  
• Don’t forget that it’s the European Football Championships in Switzerland and Austria in June 2008

There’s no better way to see France than by train. Eurostar and TGV trains are fast, comfortable, relaxing and offer magnificent views as you zoom across France.

• French Travel Service is a well-established company who has been arranging holidays for 45 years to France
  
• New destinations for 2008 inc Alsace, Colmar, South Brittany, Tours, Angers, Nantes and the Loire
  
• The FTS package includes a travel pack, tickets, hotel vouchers and itinerary

Titan HiTours offers a unique twist to the traditional escorted tour holiday, as you are looked after from the moment you step out of your front door. This brochure offers over 25 different itineraries, from classic tours to rail journeys and cruises.

• Make the most of the VIP Home Departure Service™ from Titan, which ensures you are collected from your door for FREE
  
• Titan Tour Managers host all tours, so you know you’re in good hands
  
• Great value excursions with admission prices included

Intourist has been opening the gateway to the enigmatic spirit of Russia, Ukraine, the Baltics and China since 1938. The company offers one of the most extensive ranges of escorted tours to these countries, including trans-Siberian rail adventures, city tours and multi-centre voyages.

• Intourist is completely flexible so you can design your own itinerary with extended stays and tour route options, or let them plan for you
  
• All itineraries have city tours included and you can choose to use free time to explore yourself or go on optional excursions
  
• The company offers help advice with visa and entry requirements

Voyages to 10 stunning countries across the African continent, with an expanse of panoramas to discover, from vineyards and mountains to wildlife reserves and beaches.

• Child discounts and free places available
  
• Earlybird savers and free nights on offer
  
• Room upgrades and no single supplements on selected destinations
  
• Flexi tailor-made hols so you can choose when you fly, where from and what airline/class

Celebrating their 250th year of organising tours and excursions, Cox and Kings has produced this brochure to offer the most luxurious escorted tours to discover the wildlife and cultures of Africa and the Indian Ocean.

• Self drive options for the South African holidays
  
• Land travel on safari is in quality air conditioned buses and four wheel drive vehicles
  
• Local experts are there to guide you around all the classic sights and hidden gems

No matter how often you travel to North America, there’s always something new to discover. Kuoni’s specialist US and Canada brochure for 08/09 showcases a fine selection of fascinating options whatever your budget or dreams.

• New ideas for this year include fly drive and coach itineraries as well as a wider choice of multi-centre holidays
  
• Look out for Kuoni Plus offering child discounts, earlybooking savers, free airport transfers, room upgrades, honeymoon and anniversary offers and free sightseeing tours
  
• There’s a specialist team to help with wedding plans
  
• Combine your holiday with a sporting event or some skiing or golf
  
• Tailormade flexibility allows you to build the holiday you want