Explore Worldwide launches upgraded collection for 2025

Explore Worldwide launches upgraded collection for 2025
Edited by Travel Weekly


    Leading small group adventure specialist, Explore Worldwide, has announced its new upgraded collection comprising 18 new tours across four continents.

    Sigiriya Rock, Sri Lanka.

    Sigiriya Rock, Sri Lanka.

    The upgraded collection includes destinations such as Turkey, Jordan, Peru, Vietnam, Botswana and Morocco. They all have the key ingredients of a typical Explore holiday with small groups, an expert tour leader, unforgettable experiences, and with upgraded stays to offer a little extra comfort.

    “We’re really excited to be launching our new Upgraded collection and have some really wonderful trips and very special properties to introduce in this range, which we’ve been working on for some time, and which we’re super proud of,” Explore MD, Michael Edwards, said.

    Aerial view of Cristal Ballena

    Aerial view of Cristal Ballena.

    “We created this collection of premium accommodation tours to retain the authenticity of our standard Explore trips, but with a little more comfort to come back to at the end of a day’s adventures. The trips are still very immersive and experiential, and we’ve worked hard to bring them in at a very competitive price point. They’re ideal for the traveller that would like extra comfort, or something a bit special.”

    Accommodation throughout the new upgraded range has been carefully selected using Explore’s usual protocols. Wherever possible, guests stay in locally owned, locally run hotels for a more authentic experience that keeps tourism money within the local economy, with location always prioritised so that groups stay right in the heart of the action. New tours will typically use 4-star properties that offer a little extra comfort when it comes to accommodation and facilities.

    Hanging Bridges

    Hanging Bridges.

    Upgraded – Discover Morocco (code DMR)
    Taking guests to beautiful hotels and exquisite riads complete with rooftop terraces and stunning courtyard gardens. They will discover the highlights of Morocco’s imperial cities and the Atlas Mountains, with time to relax and enjoy a hammam.  Nine days from $3,660 per person.

    Upgraded – Discover Peru (code DPR)
    Guests will discover the wonders of Peru, staying in premium hotels throughout, from Cusco and Machu Pichu to the Colca Canyon and the shores of Lake Titicaca. They will be surrounded by the majesty of the Andes at Colca El Refugio hotel and explore its freshwater and thermal water pools after a day at the Colca Canyon, and on the shores of Lake Titicaca at the Casa Andina Premium Puno. 15 days from $7,130 per person.

    Tortuguero Bird

    Tortuguero Bird.

    Upgraded – Discover Sri Lanka (code DSL)
    This package takes guests to explore the highlights of Sri Lanka, from cultural sites, rock carvings and Buddhist temples to wildlife-filled national parks. They will stay in beautiful and characterful accommodation from the Heritance Kandalama, set amidst the tranquil forested hills, to Bawa-style beachfront properties in Negombo and Galle. 13 days from $5,810 per person.

    Upgraded – Treasures of Jordan (code DJP)
    Accommodation on this Upgraded tour has been chosen for its authenticity and charm, from the Petra hotel located right by the rock-carved city with its fabulous roof-top bar, to the premium tented camp under the stars in Wadi Rum, with ensuite shower facilities. Nine days from $3,880 per person.

    Jetwing Blue accommodation

    Jetwing Blue accommodation

    Upgraded – Costa Rica Wildlife (code DCW)
    Guests will uncover all the wonders of Costa Rica while staying in hand-picked boutique and characterful properties, all carefully chosen to offer a higher level of comfort and wide range of facilities. They’ll also enjoy Pacific Ocean views and beautiful gardens in Dominical and stay among the prolific wildlife of Tortuguero National Park. 14 days from $8,160 per person.

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