Medieval to Modern History Tours

From Seafarers to Pastoralists: Exploring the Coastal & Volcanic Landscapes of Victoria’s Western District – March 2022

• with
• Christine Reid
• Emeritus Professor Harriet Edquist AM

With Christine Reid, an internationally recognised garden writer and historian, explore the history of 'Australia Felix', the name Thomas Mitchell gave to the lush pastures of western Victoria. Read more

Crossroads of the Caucasus: Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia 2022

• with
• Davit Naskidashvili
• Ali Oveissi

With Georgian Archaeologist, Davit Naskidashvili, explore the fascinating history, art, architecture and unforgettable scenery of Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia. Read more

Slovenia: Villages, Castles, Vineyards, Scenic Valleys and the Julian Alps 2022

• with
• Dr Adrian Jones, OAM
• Martin Muhek

Explore extraordinarily diverse Slovenia with its glorious landscapes, snow-capped peaks, ancient forests, charming villages and rich artistic traditions. Enjoy fine wines and innovative cuisine.
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Silver Coast & Golden River: Art, Architecture & Culture of Portugal 2022

• with
• Dr Maria de Lourdes Riobom
• Inge Pullar

Explore Portugal’s distinctive history while staying in heritage hotels, visiting museums, Renaissance & Baroque palaces & gardens, medieval castles, Roman monuments & the 18th-century Solar de Mateus Read more

An Adriatic Journey: from Trieste to Dubrovnik 2022

• with
• Dr Christopher Gribbin
• Martin Muhek

Enjoy Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes & one of the Mediterranean’s loveliest coasts with Dalmatia’s rich heritage of classical, medieval & Venetian monuments & towns incl. Hvar Island. Read more

Cultural Landscapes of the Midi-Pyrénées & the Dordogne 2022

• with
• Romain Nugou
• Adrian Mialet

Visit medieval towns, Templar castles, pilgrim churches, local markets, Renaissance châteaux & gardens; in Dordogne’s picturesque valleys, view spectacular prehistoric cave paintings. Read more

Art and Culture in Spain 2022

• with
• Anneli Bojstad

Join author Anneli Bojstad to explore Spain's unique culture and history through its art & architecture, visiting Seville, Córdoba, Ronda, Málaga, Granada, Toledo, Segovia, Madrid & Barcelona Read more

Venice: Jewel of the Adriatic 2022

• with
• Em. Prof. Bernard Hoffert

A detailed history of Venice: visit galleries, museums, churches, private palaces, Byzantine Ravenna, Giotto's Padua, Vicenza and attend an opera performance at the famous Teatro Malibran. Read more

Sicily and the Aeolian Islands 2022

• with
• Em. Prof. Bernard Hoffert

Explore the rich and varied history of Sicily and the Aeolian Islands, discovering their wealth of archaeological treasures, magnificent medieval mosaics & the grandeur of the Baroque. Read more

Jordan in Depth: Petra, Desert Fortresses, Wadi Rum and the Red Sea 2023

• with
• Dr Christopher A. Tuttle

Join archaeologist Chris Tuttle on this fascinating tour exploring the extraordinary history of Jordan and its unique natural environments. Read more

Natural Landscapes & Gardens of Morocco 2023

• with
• Paul Urquhart

Explore Morocco’s rich culture in gardening and landscape design, art, architecture & craft in medieval cities with old palaces and souqs, on high mountain ranges and in pre-Saharan desert fortresses. Read more

Uzbekistan: The Silk Road Cities 2023

• with
• Dr Katie Campbell

Visit the great oasis cities of Samarkand, Bukhara & Khiva, and discover an incredible history wrought in turquoise tilework, glorious minarets & brooding fortresses. Read more