Medieval to
Modern History

Take the time to properly explore elegant riverine cities from Strasbourg to Aachen, enjoy their wealth of art and understand their complex history.

Discover the greatest concentration of medieval and Renaissance art in Italy, with the pleasure of fewer crowds and mild Tuscan winters.

Take an in-depth look at one of Europe’s most cultured and dynamic capitals, and explore nearby Leipzig and Dresden.

Explore of one of Europe’s most enigmatic cities in depth, where an understanding of a complex past leads to an appreciation of modern Berlin.

Discover the beauty of south-west France, from cave art in the Perigord to the celebrated chateaux of the Loire.

From Franz Liszt to the phenomenal soloists and choirs of Latvia, explore the landscape, traditions and music from Central Europe to the Baltic.

Explore the art, architecture and gastronomy of France, from the birth of the Romanesque at Autun, to the drama of modern art on the French Riviera.

Experience New York in its festive brilliance, seeing the best shows of the season and capping it all off with New Year’s Eve in the city that never sleeps.

Explore Croatia’s history, beautiful towns and stunning coastlines in style, including 7 nights cruising on the 19-cabin MV Antaris.

Uncover the Nile’s vital role in shaping Egyptian history from Lake Nasser, Luxor and Cairo’s pharaohs, to the river delta at Alexandria.

Follow the life and works of Frank Lloyd Wright, one of the greatest all-time geniuses of architecture, on a trail through America’s Midwest.

Travel with the Australian Book Review, Australia's leading arts and literary review magazine, through Germany and The Netherlands.

Travel through the Moorish kingdoms of Andalusia, explore imperial Madrid and be energised by modernista Barcelona.

See Havana for yourself on this 11-day tour, exploring Cuba’s colonial past, its complex modern history and its vibrant contemporary culture.

Explore the fascinating history and art of the Low Countries, from Van Eyck to Van Gogh, and get to know the region's great cities and small towns.

From Alexander and Darius to the caravan cities of the Silk Road: discover the enduring legacy of Persia and its empires.

Take time out to explore one of the great cities of world history, a place of diverse and extraordinary history, art and architecture.

Discover the Byzantine and Ottoman worlds, whose dazzling churches, palaces and mosques captured the imagination of Western Europe.

Travel in the footsteps of medieval pilgrims and merchants from the shores of Lake Geneva, across the Alps and on to the gates of Rome.

Unpack the many layers of tradition, history and culture that have fascinated generations of visitors to this once-isolated nation.

Delve deeper into Jordan's history and culture, from the early Bronze Age to Nabatean traders, the Christian crusades and modern-day Amman.

Enjoy the unique combination of art, design and nature in Italy’s north, from Renaissance villas to extraordinary baroque gardens.

Enjoy extended stays in London and Paris at the height of the cultural season, with galleries, opera houses and concert halls all at their winter best.

From Moorish beginnings to modern-day capital, Madrid’s wealth of extraordinary art, architecture and history lends itself to being explored on foot.

Journey beyond the kasbahs to discover Morocco’s rich architectural heritage, vibrant traditions, stunning landscapes and unique gastronomy.

Discover Russia’s culture and art through its rich and tumultuous history, from the medieval Kievan Rus to the tsars and Perestroika.

A luxurious way to sample the millennia of art, architecture and culture at the historical crossroads of the Western Mediterranean.

The Big Apple: a global powerhouse of finance, ideas, culture and art. Understand this iconic city of the modern era as never before.

Understand fashion and design from its earliest beginnings to the modern day, with fine dining and high culture, in the inimitable New York City.

From prehistoric icemen to the tragedy of World War I, all set in the majestic landscapes of Friuli, the Dolomites and the Veneto.

Extend your knowledge of the Iberian Peninsula, visiting medieval and modern sites, and exploring Portugal’s Age of Discovery.

An in-depth look at the remarkable cultural heritage of Europe’s Atlantic-facing nation, a beguiling mix of history, seafaring and great natural beauty.

Explore the wonders of Central Europe in Prague, Budapest and Vienna, from art in the age of emperors to rich music history and modernist gems.

Take the road less travelled through southern Italy – brimming with ancient and medieval sites and outstanding natural scenery.

Survey the lesser-known cultural centres of northern Italy’s Renaissance courts, from Leonardo in Milan to Mantegna’s Mantua and stunning Urbino.

“Eternal Rome, head of the world”, so the ancients acclaimed her. To know the story of Rome is to know the story of Western civilization.

Discover an astounding cultural renaissance, cut short by war and revolution. This is Boris Pasternak’s Doctor Zhivago on a platter.

These less-visited islands of the Western Mediterranean combine ancient cultures, dramatic history and breathtaking scenery.

Experience one of the world’s final travel frontiers, from its awe-inspiring landscapes and unique wildlife to a cultural kaleidoscope of peoples and dissidents.

From Greek temples to medieval mosaics, Sicily showcases more than 3,000 years of Mediterranean civilisation, all set amid glorious scenery.

Travel the Baltic by ferry and train, exploring the mix of influences that have forged a unique cultural identity expressed in art, architecture and design.

Celebrate Thanksgiving in New York – a time for food, reflection and good company – while experiencing the very best this iconic city has to offer.

Discover the fascinating history of Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan, which lie at one of the great crossroads of trade, faith and culture.

Explore the sophistication of the Etruscans and the rise of Rome, to Renaissance villas and gardens, and romantic Ninfa.

Go beyond the stereotypes and find out what it is that makes the South unique within the United States, from food and music to culture and peoples.

Experience the remarkable world of contemporary art by leading artists from around the globe, at the world’s largest and oldest art fair.

Take the road less travelled to some of Italy’s most beautiful and historic medieval towns, and enjoy a wealth of sites, art, traditions, food and wine.

Unpack your bags and explore the history, art and architecture of the city that ruled the Mediterranean for more than 1,000 years. Timed to avoid the crowds.

Explore the city that ruled central Europe for 500 years, a mecca for musicians, artists, architects and intellectuals.

Modern history, culture, art and politics come together in Washington and New York, on a residential-style tour surveying America’s two capitals.