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The beach is the perfect setting for a rejuvenating escape. Epic stretches of sand, quaint towns with boats gently bobbing along the shores, and hidden coves dotted with palm trees. Beach holidays are synonymous with tranquillity, adventure, sunshine, and a kind of childhood nostalgia. The beach offers something for the entire family, whether your idea of a coastal escape involves snorkelling with colourful wildlife, unwinding on a daybed with a gripping novel, or an exhilarating jet ski ride.
From the sun-kissed, turtle-dotted white-sand shores of Costa Rica to the crystal-clear Adriatic waters gracing the coasts of Croatia and Italy, these beach destinations showcase a remarkable diversity of coastal landscapes and cultures, making them some of the finest in the world.
On an escorted holiday, you don’t need to spend any time scouring the map for the perfect swimming spot. Our handpicked holidays offer a combination of beach time, city breaks, historical immersion, additional activities and side trips. Perhaps you will find yourself in Malta where you can explore the historic capital and then retreat to the beach, or you might even fancy going further afield, by combining a four-night safari with a beach resort holiday in Kenya. We also offer a trips closer to home, including a coastal cruise in Jersey. Book your well-earned sunny downtime with us.
Best beach holidays
- Take in Alberobello’s traditional, conical trulli houses
- Explore Lecce's Baroque buildings and Roman ruins
- Witness hilltop Ostuni’s white walls gleaming in the Italian sun
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,244 ppwas £1,309 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
5 included
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Meals
14 included
- Marvel at the rugged landscapes of Cape St. Vincent and look out over the wild Atlantic coast from its clifftop overlooks
- Spend time exploring Lagos’ picturesque old town and get a taste for life in southern Portugal with a stop in charming Sagres
- Embrace the home of the flamenco, elegant Seville, with guided sightseeing around its most historic landmarks
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Flights included
8 days
from £752 ppwas £835 pp -
Dates Available
November 2026 - June 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
12 airports
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Excursions & Visits
4 included
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Meals
7 included
- Discover the charms of Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo
- Venture into Yala National Park on a half-day game drive in search of wildlife
- Lounge along the shores of the Indian Ocean at a five-star resort in Beruwala
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Flights included
14 days
from £3,340 ppwas £3,515 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
7 airports
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Excursions & Visits
11 included
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Meals
22 included
- Explore Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic
- Visit the walled island-city of Trogir, the centre of which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Seek out the natural splendours of Krka National Park
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Flights included
8 days
from £1,458 ppwas £1,619 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
8 days
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Depart From
11 airports
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
14 included
- Experience a full day exploring the wonders of Tsavo West National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives
- Witness Africa's highest mountain and a dormant volcano, towering Mount Kilimanjaro
- Soak up the sun amongst Kenya's pristine coastal vistas, or enjoy a cocktail by the poolside, with an all-inclusive beach resort stay
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Flights included
10 days
from £4,014 ppwas £4,225 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
10 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
24 included
- Discover vast Tsavo West National Park, with its Savannah and scrubland, on included game drives
- Stay in a safari camp and enjoy three game drives in historic Tsavo East National Park, home to herds of African elephants
- Blue waters and even bluer skies
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Flights included
13 days
from £3,780 ppwas £4,199 pp -
Dates Available
August 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
36 included
- Venture in search of the ‘Big Five’ as you travel on three open-air safaris throughout the Kruger and Greater Kruger National Parks
- Enjoy an enlightening wildlife rehabilitation experience and a gentle guided nature walk
- Escape to a dreamy coastal corner of Mozambique for a few days of beach bliss by the Indian Ocean
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Flights included
13 days
from £4,227 ppwas £4,449 pp -
Dates Available
04 October 2026
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
29 included
- Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through the Welgevonden and Kaingo game reserves
- Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
- Explore Mauritius and its natural splendours on a tour of the island, complete with a wine tasting
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Flights included
15 days
from £4,382 ppwas £5,155 pp -
Dates Available
August 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
15 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
8 included
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Meals
42 included
- Witness Bangkok’s spectacular Buddhist shrines and their grand meditating statues
- Take in the famous ‘HCMC’ – formerly known as Saigon – with guided stops at Reunification Hall, Xa Loi Pagoda and the War Remnants Museum
- Take in verdant riverside vistas as you cruise along the winding Mekong River
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Flights included
19 days
from £3,304 ppwas £4,129 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
19 days
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Depart From
5 airports
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
31 included
- See the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the famed Topkapi Palace
- Discover wonderful Pamukkale on an optional excursion
- Be amazed by the ruins of Ephesus
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Flights included
14 days
from £2,156 ppwas £2,695 pp -
Dates Available
June 2026 - October 2027
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Duration
14 days
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Depart From
6 airports
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Excursions & Visits
5 included
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Meals
26 included
- Unwind amongst the tropical beaches and cabanas of Half Moon Cay, one of the Bahama’s scenic private islands.
- Take in the magnificent Panama Canal, a wonder of 19th-century engineering.
- Savour luxury at sea with a 12-night full-board cruise onboard your Holland America Line ship.
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Flights included
18 days
from £4,746 ppwas £4,995 pp -
Dates Available
19 March 2027
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Duration
18 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
30 included
- View the Taj Mahal from across the Yamnua River and visit Chand Baori Stepwell in Abhaneri, one of the biggest stepwells in the world
- On a guided tour, see the famed monument of love, the UNESCO-listed Taj Mahal
- Journey on morning and afternoon safaris in search of tigers in Ranthambore National Park
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Flights included
13 days
from £2,544 ppwas £3,179 pp -
Dates Available
September 2026 - February 2027
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
10 included
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Meals
23 included
- Six game drives in search of the Big Five including in the Maasai Mara
- Journey through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park - a giraffe and rhino sanctuary
- A visit to a Maasai village
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Flights included
13 days
from £4,473 ppwas £4,970 pp -
Dates Available
July 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
31 included
- Six game drives in search of the Big Five including in the Maasai Mara
- Journey through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park - a giraffe and rhino sanctuary
- A visit to a Maasai village
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Flights included
16 days
from £4,833 ppwas £5,370 pp -
Dates Available
July 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
16 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
9 included
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Meals
40 included
- Discover the charms of Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo
- Venture into Yala National Park on a half-day game drive in search of wildlife
- Lounge along the shores of the Indian Ocean at a five-star resort in Beruwala
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Flights included
18 days
from £3,818 ppwas £4,018 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - November 2028
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Duration
18 days
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Depart From
7 airports
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Excursions & Visits
11 included
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Meals
30 included
- Venture in search of the ‘Big Five’ as you travel on three open-air safaris throughout the Kruger and Greater Kruger National Parks
- Experience an enlightening wildlife rehabilitation tour and a gentle guided nature walk
- Escape to a dreamy coastal corner of Mozambique for a few days of beach bliss by the Indian Ocean
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Flights included
13 days
from £4,028 ppwas £4,239 pp -
Dates Available
January 2027 - November 2028
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Duration
13 days
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Depart From
2 airports
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Excursions & Visits
7 included
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Meals
29 included
- Discover the spectacular Lake Manyara, a haven for flocking impala, flamingos and wildebeest, with a game drive along its banks
- Delve into the African wilderness with game drives in Serengeti National Park
- Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO-listed caldera brimming with diverse wildlife and expansive savannah
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Flights included
12 days
from £7,016 ppwas £7,795 pp -
Dates Available
15 September 2027
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Duration
12 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
6 included
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Meals
27 included
- Experience the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef from above the waves and below on a sightseeing cruise on board a glass-bottomed boat
- Catch your breath on wondrous Uluru, iconic Ayers Rock, with sunset and sunrise viewing sessions
- Visit the secluded village of Kuranda, and take a scenic heritage rail journey through the heart of the rainforest
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Flights included
23 days
from £7,020 ppwas £7,799 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
23 days
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Depart From
3 airports
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Excursions & Visits
17 included
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Meals
20 included
- Experience the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef from above the waves and below on a sightseeing cruise on board a glass-bottomed boat
- Discover Melbourne, Australia’s cultural capital, lively Adelaide, and Sydney’s iconic waterfront on guided city tours
- Delve into the caves beneath Te Anau, a system famous for its underground waterfalls, magnificent rock features, and luminous glowworms
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Flights included
40 days
from £13,414 ppwas £14,119 pp -
Dates Available
October 2026 - October 2028
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Duration
40 days
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Depart From
1 airport
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Excursions & Visits
34 included
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Meals
41 included
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