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Explore ist stolzes Mitglied der Hotelplan-Familie. Unsere Schwester-Firma, Hotelplan Suisse, ist der grösste Schweizer Reiseveranstalter. Travelhouse, die Reisemarke für die besonderen Reiseerlebnisse, gehört zu Hotelplan Suisse und ist unser Partner für den Schweizer Markt.

Seit der Gründung in 1981 wuchs Explore zu einem der weltweit besten Erlebnisreisen-Unternehmen an. Heute bietet Explore über 350 Touren in über 100 verschiedenen Ländern an. Ob Sie auf der Suche nach einer klassischen Entdeckungs-Kleingruppen-Reise, einer aktiven Wander- oder Velo-Woche, einer Solo-Erlebnisreise oder einer unvergesslichen Familienferien-Woche sind, wir helfen Ihnen sehr gerne bei der richtigen Wahl.

An adventure travel company you can trust

There's a reason why 98% of customers say they'd book an adventure with us again.

Unforgettable experiences

From big wows to hidden gems, our tours leave you feeling that you've really explored.

Expert tour leaders

Chosen for their great knowledge of your destination and a passion to make your trip extraordinary.

Small group tours

Average groups of 11; solos, couples and friends, united by a desire for authentic experiences.

Responsible at heart

How we operate sets us apart; our flexible booking policy, our loyalty scheme & sustainable approach.

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The adventure holiday experts

We've been taking small groups on adventure holidays for over 40 years.

We've been taking small groups on adventure holidays for over 40 years. Our authentic adventure travel experiences explore the sights and culture of a country, with hand-picked accommodation that balances comfort and location. Our average group tour size is just 11; perfect for meeting new people and getting to the heart of our destinations. Meanwhile, our expert local guides take the hassle out of your travel and bring unique richness and spontaneity to every tour.

Since launching in 1981, Explore has grown to become one of the UK’s best adventure travel companies, offering over 350 tours in around 100 countries. So whether you’re looking for classic 'Discovery' group tours, incredible scenery on walking holidays, cycling trips or solo holidays, or an unforgettable family tour, let us find the perfect adventure holiday for you. Or if you're searching for something incredibly special, how about a once-in-a-lifetime Polar trip?

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Your wellbeing comes first

Our flexible booking and safety policies mean you're protected with us.

Explore Flex

Explore has always been known for its flexible booking conditions and since the Coronavirus pandemic, we've gone even further to ensure you can continue to book your next adventure with confidence.

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