Unforgettable Moments

Explore with us on our cultural discovery tours, scenic walking and hiking trips, and cycling adventures and discover the world in ways you've never imagined.

An adventure travel company you can trust

Years of Experience

Customers

Trips

Destinations

With Explore, the world truly becomes your oyster. We take travelers on journeys across 100 countries with diverse cultures, stunning landscapes, vibrant wildlife, and fascinating histories—from the cliffside trails of the Amalfi Coast to the bustling streets of Vietnam to the wild wonders of Costa Rica. There's something for everyone and we can't wait to help inspire your next adventure.

Ways to Explore with us

We know that travel styles are as diverse as the people who enjoy them. Explore the variety of experiences we offer, each loved by our travelers for its unique touch.

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Cultural Discovery

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Est 1981

Our story begins in 1981. With just six tours listed in a simple four-page brochure, founders Travers Cox and Derek Moore were inspired to create a travel company that focused on authentic and sustainable travel experiences.

For more than 40 years, we’ve been perfecting the art of small-group travel offering over 400 trips that range from classic group trips and solo adventures to walking and cycling journeys. Our trips, typically with around 11 people, strike the perfect balance between comfort and adventure. This intimate group size fosters genuine connections and meaningful conversations at the heart of our destinations. Guided by locals who know their regions inside and out, our tours are designed to be hassle-free and full of spontaneous, unforgettable experiences.

A peak into our adventures

What matters most to us

Our mantra, to be better than yesterday, is the heart of our business.

Our Planet

Our natural world supports us all. The food we eat, the air we breathe, our mental wellbeing and happiness. Our focus is on understanding our impacts globally and collaborating with our suppliers and agents globally.

Our Places

Our holidays are nothing if we don’t protect the destinations we visit - it’s crucial that our travels don’t bring any negative impacts to the host community, the wildlife, the landscapes and the ecosystems we visit. We always aim to ensure we create a positive impact.

Our People

Our people are what drive us forward, and what make all of this progress possible. We’re committed to doing the right thing by our employees, and to building and developing a diverse, inclusive and engaged team of brilliant people that believe in Explore’s goals and are passionate about our purpose.

Some of our milestones in sustainable travel

We’re not just a travel company—we travel with heart and purpose. From the start, we've been dedicated to sustainable travel. Here are some key milestones that show our commitment.

2008

Explore started offsetting all customer flights with Cool Earth.

2016

Explore stopped elephant riding on all its holidays.

2020

All trips were fully carbon offset, including accommodation and transport, with Climate Care and Animal Protection Policy. launched

2023

Explore Worldwide launched The Explore Foundation with the aim of making a positive impact on the lives of communities around the world.

2024

As a Certified B Corp in the travel industry, we're counted among businesses that are leading a global movement for an inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy.

Some of our popular trips

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why our customers explore with us.

Average customer rating:

4.6

Independent service rating based on

7124

reviews.

Excellent, I would highly recommend.

Kate (and Karen), were very helpful and found me the flights and arrangements I was looking for. A ...view more

Natasha - 2 hours ago

very good.

Kyran Rose was very helpful, answering my questions [eg airport pickup/ transfer to hotel] and findi...view more

John Mc - 3 hours ago

Janet - 14 hours ago

Excellent and friendly and professional service.

Mandy was brilliant. Went through all the details, helped us join the same trip and flights as our f...view more

Gordon - 23 hours ago

Excellent

All were very useful

Ian - 1 days ago

Very helpful

Gave choice of airport prices/ times of flights so I could work out what was best for me

Trusted Customer - 1 days ago

Very positive and speedy replies.

Dominic Sharman from the office got back very quickly on flight details.

Robert - 2 days ago

straight forward. Staff new what the trip was all about.

Trusted Customer - 3 days ago

Very helpful.

Trusted Customer - 3 days ago

Poor communication about holiday availability.

That we managed to book a last minute holiday

Helen - 3 days ago

Highly recommend especially as there are small group size tours

Great customer service. My travel agent had done the tour that I have booked and gave me insight int...view more

Trusted Customer - 4 days ago

Very helpful

The staff member that felt with our enquiry was both helpful and knowledgeable about the trip and th...view more

Clair - 5 days ago

Easy, friendly, efficient, fast

Mandy was incredibly friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. I felt that I wasn't just another person...view more

Claire - 5 days ago

Excellent customer service

Staff were very efficient and helpful Discussed some options on flights and got back to me within a ...view more

Vanessa - 5 days ago

Great service

User friendly website, quick response to questions and concerns.

Elsa - 6 days ago

Excellent service

Good personal contact.

Christopher - 6 days ago

Friendly and efficient.

Karen Smith was very normal and very helpful in booking my tour, plus extra accommodation and privat...view more

Trusted Customer - 7 days ago

Prompt response to booking request

Easy to make booking. Prompt confirmation of my booking and offer to cost extra accommodation and a...view more

Gwen - 8 days ago

Very helpful

Wendy Meschario helped me with ginding the best flights

Julia - 9 days ago

Friendly helpful informative

Helpful and informative but no hard sell. I have travelled with Explore many times and always trips ...view more

Trusted Customer - 10 days ago