For more than 50 years, we've been curating exceptional escorted tours with exciting itineraries to remarkable destinations. Since our first-ever tour to marvel at the pyramids of Egypt in 1973, we have been using our award-winning travel expertise and outstanding customer service to deliver moments of great connection for thousands of customers.
In 1973, our founders Ian Macbeth and Peter Henry put together their very first rail tour. Inspired by the 'Treasures of Tutankhamun' exhibition at the British Museum, the pair planned an epic 21-day overland tour to Egypt.
Ian and Peter guided our first three customers, Charles, Bruce and Ron, across Europe to Greece. Crossing the Mediterranean by boat, the group reached Egypt.
Visiting the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor and the Valley of the Kings, the travellers explored the country's best sights and a love for escorted tours was born. Over the past half a century, we have led tours to all continents, using our knowledge and passion to show our customers a world of wonders.
Combining a five-star Nile cruise with an exploration of Egypt's iconic sites - including the Great Pyramids, Sphinx and twin temples of Abu Simbel - our Grand Tour of Egypt has been rated 'excellent' on Trustpilot.
From five people embarking on an epic adventure to Egypt in 1973 to taking 40,000 customers on unforgettable holidays all across the globe in 2024, our own journey has been one of passion and vision. We're proud of where we've come from, where we are and where we're looking to go in the future.