For travellers who love local insights, immersive experiences and quality time in each destination, Collette’s Explorations tours are the way to go. And with 50-plus small-group journeys worldwide, you’ll be surprised by the sheer diversity on offer to cater for all your discerning clients.
Collette’s small group Explorations tours bring everything your clients love about FIT into a highly curated itinerary with an intimate group of like-minded individuals.
It’s all in the name: Collette’s small group Explorations tours call to the explorer, the culturally curious, and those who seek experiences off the well-worn tourist trail.
These tours are created by travellers for travellers and stand out for several key features that appeal to those seeking immersive, personalised experiences.
1. Small but perfectly formed
The small group Explorations tours are capped at 24 travellers with an average of 19 per trip. This means your clients can access immersive experiences that are not available to larger tour groups.
Collette’s small group Explorations tours generally appeal to those who are curious about history, food, culture and meaningful connections with the world and create camaraderie among like-minded participants for a more memorable journey.
2. Authentic cultural immersion
These trips are all about genuine cultural exchanges, connecting your clients with locals, guides and fellow travellers. They could be sharing lunch with locals in Zimbabwe’s Chinotimba township, floating on basket boats in Hoi An, Vietnam or meeting a gaucho AKA an Argentine cowboy.
Collette’s small group Explorations tours also include Impact Moments – visits to local social enterprises, nonprofits and organisations that benefit the community. This approach offers a profound understanding of each destination’s unique nuances and culture.
3. One-of-a-kind accommodation and transport
The small group Explorations tours invite travellers to shake up the standard hotel stay for something extraordinary. From a tented safari camp in Africa or a frosty igloo to an Irish castle or a small-ship cruise in Antarctica, Collette offers 4-star and above accommodation that’s more than just a place to sleep and imparts something special to the trip – whether that’s the history, location or simply the features of your stay.
When it comes to getting around, that’s also part of the journey. Travellers can expect local transport such as tuk-tuks, trains, trolleys and jeeps to complement coach travel.
4. Taste it all
Collette knows that culinary exploration is just as important as sightseeing. So, Collette’s small group Explorations tours go all out for gourmet adventures with an emphasis on eating locally in restaurants and homes to enjoy regional flavours and traditions.
Think farm-to-table lunches, local markets, specialty tastings, chef-led demonstrations and cooking classes and more, just for starters.
5. Off-the-beaten-path adventures
Take the road less travelled with guided insights on a Collette small group Explorations tour. Designed for the culturally curious, the small group Explorations tours venture beyond typical tourist spots to offer enriching experiences that provide a deeper appreciation of each destination.
Your clients will still see the ‘must-sees’ plus the interpersonal exchanges and off-the-cuff experiences that are hard for people to arrange on their own, such as learning the bagpipes in Scotland or meeting a North Korean defector in Seoul.
New Collette small group Explorations tours to inspire
Some of the new small group Explorations tours to share with savvy travellers include:
- Namibia & South Africa: Epic Landscapes & Wildlife – The name spells it out: 16 days filled with nature, including five wildlife safaris
- Portugal’s Old World Charms – a 10-day tour for clients who like immersion in architecture, culture and Douro Valley wineries in equal measure
- Japan & South Korea: From Tokyo to Seoul – 15 days of exploration from demilitarised zones to pearl diving to cooking in Kyoto
- Charms of Québec – An eight-day journey through Montreal, Charlevoix and Québec City, steeped in nature, Indigenous culture and progressive feasting
Last chance for double entries on Collette’s European Famil
Now that you know the ins and outs of Collette’s small group Explorations, here’s your chance to secure a spot on the 2025 Collette Famil, departing on 18 October 2025.
This 12-day small group Explorations tour features an expertly crafted itinerary, taking guests on an extraordinary journey through Europe’s iconic Alps and storybook towns to the Dolomites. This immersive adventure spans the breathtaking landscapes of France, Switzerland, Austria, and Italy.
Every Collette booking made from 1 January to 30 April 2025 will bring travel partners closer to securing a coveted spot. In March, you can double your chances with double entries for every Collette booking between 1-31 March 2025.
To learn more, contact your Collette BDM or call 1300 792 195. Discover the trade portal here.
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