Explore have been running small group adventure holidays throughout the world since 1981. Their experience, knowledge and well established close personal contacts in all the countries in which they operate, make them one of the most trusted adventure tour operators in the UK.
Explore are passionate about what they do – and love to travel. The founding director's ran overland trips through Asia, Africa and the Americas in the 1960s and 70s prior to setting up the company, and they are always determined that the spirit of adventure that was such an important part of those early pioneering days, should continue to play key role as part of the driving ethos of Explore.
That passion for travel still runs through the heart of Explore. Their Managing Director, Ashley Toft was a tour leader for many years and has travelled extensively. He travels regularly on Explore tours – often with his family now.
With over 400 tours available in over 120 countries, the choice that Explore offer is second to none. As well as a diverse range of adult discovery tours they now offer Family Adventures, Short Breaks, Cycle tours, Tailormade holidays and an ever increasing number of Special Interest tours.
Worldwide Adventures: Explore offer the widest variety of small group adventures available, with tours in over 130 countries.
Activities & Experiences: Are a key ingredient of the Explore Formula. Don't just travel - get out there and experience the destination.
Family Holidays: Imagine the exhilaration and excitement of an adventure holiday but planned specially with families in mind.
The Explore Formula
What makes Explore holidays really special and keeps customers coming back year after year? Explore put it down to a combination of these six main ingredients, plus a pinch of Explore spirit!
1. Destinati on - Where do your dreams take you? Polar voyages to colourful Asian paradises, Explore can take you there.
2. Activities & Experiences - An array of enriching experiences, from relaxing on a boat to trekking the breathtaking Himalayas.
3.Small Group - You'll feel welcome in Explore's small groups whether you're a solo traveller, friends, a couple or a family.
4. Responsible Travel - Because truly seeing the world is to respect it.
5. Explore's Tour Leaders - Seasoned tour leaders who you can trust to engage, encourage and enlighten.
6. Accommodation - Local havens for rest, local people who'll inspire, local food to enjoy.