With over 140 tours to choose from world-wide, Collette is not your average tour company. For them, it’s the little things that count.
Collette tours have taken fully-hosted touring to the next level with plenty of free time, private chauffeured transfers in Australia, as well as most meals, tours, excursions and accommodation, all included in the price.
Here are six tours Well Travelled recommends for your travel list.
Reflections of Italy
Revel in the magic of Italy on this 10-day tour through Rome, Florence, Siena, Venice, Assisi, Perugia and Milan. Travel the rolling hills of the scenic Tuscan and Umbrian countryside exploring medieval hill towns and visiting the birthplace of St. Francis, Assisi.
Discover the masterpieces of the Renaissance in Florence and see hot glass transformed into exquisite art on Murano Island. Linger in romantic Venice for two nights discovering its treasures. Your journey comes to a close in Milan and includes a visit to the magnificent Gothic Cathedral – the Duomo.
Duration: 10-days
Priced from: $2,794
Countries Visited: Italy
USA Southern Charms
Experience the history, charm and hospitality of the Low Country in Georgia and South Carolina. Soak in two nights at the exclusive Jekyll Island Club, once described as “the richest, most exclusive club in the world.”
Explore one of America’s oldest plantations, Boone Hall. Explore the history of Savannah and Antebellum Charleston. Visit the oldest city in the United States, St. Augustine, Florida, and enjoy an enchanting trolley tour through its vibrant Old Spanish Quarter.
Duration: 7-days
Priced from: $2,714
Countries Visited: United States
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Portugal, Spain & France
Embark on a journey through three of the world’s most historically influential nations as you uncover a tapestry of culture. Tour Lisbon with a local guide and savour the local cuisine. On some nights, guests are treated to traditional Fado music during dinner.
Feel the energy of Spain at a flamenco performance in Seville. In Cordoba, take a walking tour of the Mezquita, a religious marvel. In Madrid, you choose your experience: a walking tour featuring sites of the Hapsburg era or coach tour with a visit to the Prado Museum. In vibrant Barcelona explore La Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece. Stay inside the medieval fortified UNESCO city Carcassonne.
Sample world-class wines in Bordeaux and the Loire Valley, and sip Cognac in the city that’s its namesake. Embark on a tour of spectacular Château de Chenonceau with its stunning, traditional French gardens. See Paris by bus or by Metro with a choice on tour! Savor French cuisine and breathtaking views of Paris as you dine at the Eiffel Tower. From beginning to end there is always a new experience ahead.
Duration: 16-days
Priced from: $5,799
Countries Visited: Spain, France and Portugal
Three Kingdoms of indochina – Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia
Delve into an ancient and mysterious world. Begin in Vietnam and explore its complex relationship with the west. From there, a colorful mosaic unfolds. Learn unique culinary secrets in the ancient town of Hoi An. Cruise overnight aboard a luxury junk boat on Halong Bay. Venture into the lush jungle to an elephant village. Immerse yourself in a traditional Laotian Baci ceremony.
Find inspiration at Cambodia’s Angkor Wat temple. Come to know this region through experiences like the offering of alms to hundreds of saffron-robed monks and a journey on the Mekong River. Hear the history of notorious Khmer Rouge. From contemplating the Fall of Saigon to exploring a once forgotten temple deep in the jungle, each day paints a new picture of the rich cultures of Indochina.
Duration: 18-days
Priced from: $6,059
Countries Visited: Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos
Mysteries of India Revealed
The Taj Mahal, temples and tigers – experience all the spice of India on this comprehensive tour. Explore Old Delhi’s historic streets by rickshaw. See the Taj Mahal bathed in the light of sunrise. Embark on an evening cruise across Lake Pichola. Enjoy magnificent views of the Jag Mandir Palace. Participate in a yoga class, a cooking demonstration, sari tying, even get a henna tattoo!
See the City Palace in Jaipur. Experience two game drives in Ranthambore National Park. Visit the site of Buddha’s first sermon. Take an early morning ride on the holy River Ganges. Discover the many ways in which this mysterious land dazzles the senses.
Duration: 14-days
Priced from: $4,169
Countries Visited: India
Discover Panama – Land Between the Seas
Explore the colours and natural beauty of Panama – a land between the seas. Cruise through the canal aboard the Pacific Queen on a partial transit and stay at the Gamboa Rainforest Resort. Travel via dugout canoe to meet the indigenous Emberá people. Explore bustling local markets. Visit the historic district in Panama City, Casco Viejo, and the Miraflores Locks Visitor Centre.
Visit an orange grove as you learn about the importance of this crop. Stay in Anton Valley, a community nestled entirely within a volcano crater. Meet the locals and learn about Panamanian folklore, artisan crafts, and rum distillation in Chitré. Complete your Panama experience with a final night in your resort overlooking Playa Bonita.
Duration: 9-days
Priced from: $2,654
Countries Visited: Panama