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Take the stress out of planning an adventure holiday by booking with the experts at TD active Holidays, who take care of everything from flights, transfers and accommodation to providing expertly guided excursions …
A TD active Holiday isn’t your average holiday. The Irish-owned and operated business offers an impressive range of small “Explore” holidays which are the perfect choice for those seeking to go off the beaten track, engage in exciting activities and discover some of the most inspiring travel destinations around the world.
Their 2024 range of adventure holidays cater for all interests and type of holidaymaker, from culture vultures to history buffs, and from nature enthusiasts to foodie fans. The bonus: TD active Holidays’ edit of incredible destinations and trips allows participants to meet like-minded individuals, learn new skills and truly immerse themselves in a different culture, by staying in authentic accommodation, discovering unique travel experiences, talking with local people to learn about their traditions and culture and by going off the beaten track to places tourists don’t normally go. TD active Holidays organise everything – flights, accommodation, excursions plus expert local guides so all you have to do is turn up at the airport.
TD active Holidays also practice mindful tourism by giving back to communities. In Cuba, for example, holidaymakers stay in local casa particulares – this way, holidays support local businesses and allow you to really get to know the locals. Group tours also visit projects that help enrich the communities – one example is the Sheroes Hangout – a community hub located near the Taj Mahal in India, part of the Explore India Tour. The women who work at Sheroes Hangout have lived through devastating acid assaults; the project is designed to promote empowerment and to give these acid attack survivors the confidence to show their faces in public after being disfigured.
Here are the top five destinations to explore this year, which all have a fantastic early booking offer, valid until February 9, 2024, which will save holiday makers from €30 to €100 per person off by using special codes as detailed below…
Explore Vietnam on a 15-night adventure to Southeast Asia
On this adventure holiday to Vietnam, the group will embark on a cultural discovery tour of the country from north to south, discovering its white sandy beaches, buzzing cities, spectacular countryside and sleepy villages. There’s a chance to experience Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a cyclo ride, stay on a traditional Vietnamese cruise ship in Halong Bay and go back in time on a guided tour of the incredibly preserved ancient city of Hoi An.
Participants can truly immerse themselves in the Vietnamese way of life by cycling through the rural villages and rice fields of the Mekong delta, exploring the famous floating markets of Cai Rang, or finding out more about the Vietnam War on a trip to the underground network system of the Cu Chi Tunnels. This tour includes twelve nights on a bed and breakfast basis with one night on a full board basis and two overnight flights.
Explore Cuba on a 10-night adventure
A visit to this captivating island is almost like taking a trip back in time, in the best possible way. On this adventure holiday, participants will see the sights of the colonial city of Havana three different ways by horse, carriage and classic car, wander the cobbled streets of Trinidad, and marvel at the spectacular limestone formations of the Viñales Valley.
Participants will also learn some of Cuba’s incredible history with guided trips to the Bay of Pigs, the scene of the failed US invasion of 1961, and the town of Santa Clara, where Che Guevara fought one of the most important battles of the Cuban Revolution. There’s plenty of down time too with the opportunity to experience Cuba’s pristine beaches, snorkel in the Caribbean Sea and sail on a catamaran to Cayo Blanco. With beautiful weather, friendly locals and fascinating history, this is a Caribbean destination like no other.
Explore South Africa on a 13-night holiday
Explore the rainbow nation on this thrilling South African holiday. Beginning in Cape Town, the group will take an invigorating hike on the Lion Trail Walk, discover the colourful Bo-Kaap district, learn how to cook Cape Malay cuisine and visit the iconic Table Mountain. On a driving tour of Cape Peninsula tour, the scenic coastal roads take in the top landmarks like Cape Point, and a colony of rare African penguins at Boulders Beach. After enjoying wine tasting in Stellenbosch, there’s an opportunity to spot the iconic “Big Five” wildlife – elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, lion and leopard – on safari in Kruger National Park, possibly one of the top experiences in the world.
Explore Albania on a ten-night group trip with a stop in Corfu, Greece
This ten-night guided group holiday to Albania, one of Europe’s best kept secrets, is a chance to discover its rugged coastlines, towering snow-capped peaks, lush national parks, UNESCO World Heritage sites and enjoy its authentic local charm. It begins with a two night stay on the Greek island of Corfu, before eight nights going off the beaten track in a country that has remarkably managed to avoid mass tourism. Top sites include the Bogova waterfall, hiking through the Llogara National Park, driving along the Albanian Riviera and visiting the islands of Apollonia and Zvernec.
Explore India on a 12-night guided holiday
On this small group adventure holiday to India, all the iconic highlights are included – such as exploring Old Delhi by bicycle and the pink city of Jaipur by tuk tuk. Participants will also have the chance to mingle with locals and witness traditional rituals and customs first-hand. From learning how to tie a traditional Rajasthani turban or drape a saree, or learning how to cook traditional dishes or partaking in some yoga in the land it originated, this tour promises an authentic immersion in one of the world’s most colourful countries. There’s a chance to cycle through the bustling market places in Delhi at sunrise, enjoy a Bollywood movie screening, and cruise along the Ganga river and visit the thousand-year-old Chand Baori step well and the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri. Included in this trip is eight nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis and three nights on a half board basis and one overnight flight.
Save €100 per person using the promo code SAVE100 on each of these holidays. Book online at www.tdactiveholidays.com or call one of the expert sales team on 01 6371638 for more information.