Odyssey Explore, our division specialising in small group tours has successfully completed the tour of Israel and Jordan last month. A group of 23 explorers got to experience Israel's ancient history and its tumultuous past going back thousands of years and discovered the hidden treasures in Jordan. Over 10 days, the group experienced bustling, modern day Tel Aviv, sailed the sea of Galilee and visited the city of Nazareth, swam in the Dead Sea, saw magnificent Petra in Jordan and experienced the fascinating mix of cultures and religions in the Golden City of Jerusalem.

Missed out on the Israel tour? We are pleased to announce a new Discovery on the Rhine river cruise small group tour in July and a comprehensive tour to Romania, Serbia & Bulgaria in September. And we have an Odyssey Explore tour of Morocco lined up in October.

Explore Europe differently on a 8 day luxury river cruise on the Rhine abroad Avalon Felicity from Frankfurt to Amsterdam. On the cruise, actively discover well-known and off-the-beaten-path treasures along the Rhine. You will be introduced you to the wine of the region at a tasting in Eltville, the art of chocolate making when you visit the Chocolate Museum in Cologne, and German delicacies during a culinary tour in Duisburg. You can walk the mining corridors of an ancient volcano and visit the Zollverein Coal Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Join a guided walk in Cologne, take a cable car to Ehrenbreitstein Castle in Koblenz, and cruise the canals of Amsterdam. Cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, also a UNESCO World Heritage site, attend a concert at Castle Engers, and enjoy onboard specialty dinners of the region. An unforgettable river cruise experience that offers something for everyone!

Odyssey Explore's 8 days luxury river cruise commences in Frankfurt on 15th July and ends in Amsterdam on 22nd July. From Rs 154,500 per person which includes:

• 8 nights' accommodation on board the Avalon Felicity (Sapphire Deck) on a twin-sharing basis
• Airport Transfers in Frankfurt to Wiesbaden on arrival and in Amsterdam on departure
• Transportation in a private vehicle for the entire duration of the trip
• All Meals as given below:

Captain’s welcome & farewell receptions with sparkling wine and canapés, Welcome dinner, Farewell dinner, Daily full buffet breakfast with made-to-order egg station, hot and cold menu items, Early and Late Riser breakfast, Daily lunch buffet with pasta or carving stations, Alternative light lunch or (weather permitting) grill fare at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck, Daily four-course à la carte dinner in the main dining room, Alternative dinner of petite portions or regional specialties with wines, in the Panorama Bistro, Daily Afternoon Tea, Daily Night Fare.

• Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner are included daily on board your vessel
• Shore excursions as per the programme given above
• Local English speaking guide
• Entrance fees where applicable
• GST at 5% included

Eclectic architecture, fascinating history, breathtaking landscapes - Bulgaria, Serbia, and Romania have it all and each town has its own story to tell. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of these 3 Balkan countries as you explore iconic sites like the mysterious ‘Dracula’s Castle’, the 8,000-year-old exhibits at Sofia’s National Museum of History, the vibrant Bohemian Quarter of Belgrade and the Old Town of Sibiu. End your 11 day journey in Bucharest, the vibrant capital of Romania where the old world meshes with the new.

The 10 nights / 11 days tour of Bulgaria, Serbia & Romania priced at Rs 187,500 per person covers Sofia, Nis, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Timisoara, Sibiu, Bran, Brasov, Sinaia and Bucharest and includes:

• Accommodation in 4 star hotels for 10 nights
• Daily Breakfast
• Daily Dinner
• English Speaking guide in each country
• Entrance fees where applicable
• Deluxe Transportation from Sofia airport to Bucharest airport (will be changed at each country border)
• Services of an Odyssey Tour escort from Sofia to Bucharest

The Arabs call Morocco “the farthest land of the setting sun”. Morocco has a history stretching back nearly 10,000 years. It has been crisscrossed by Roman legions, Berber caravans and Muslim scholars and offers a wonderful balance of ancient traditions and modern-day life. Discover the world's largest medieval medina within the walls of old Fez, the cultural heart of Morocco. Visit the blue-washed town Chefchaouen. Traverse the Atlas Mountains on your way to Marrakech, where you will experience the labyrinthine souks of the Djemaa El Fna medina, a swirling carnival of musicians, fire-eaters, storytellers and snake charmers. Experience stunning and varied landscapes, unique cultural interactions and a host of extraordinary moments on our tour of Morocco.

This fascinating tour of Morocco covering Casablanca, Fez, Erfouz, Dades & Marrakech over 9 days is priced at Rs 137,900 per person and includes:

• 8 nights' accommodation in the 4 star hotels mentioned or similar on a twin-sharing basis
• Transportation in a private vehicle for the entire duration of the trip
• Daily Breakfast and Dinner
• Local English speaking guide
• Sightseeing tours with an English speaking guide as mentioned
• Entrance fees where applicable
• Services of an Odyssey Tour escort

Odyssey Explore presents a wonderful opportunity to travel with like-minded people to either off- beat destinations OR popular destinations, but done differently. Make new friends on these small curated tours, explore all the must see sights with enough free time on hand, gain deeper insights about the destination with our experienced tour guides, savour the local cuisine and enjoy an immersive experience of the destination! Here’s why you should be on the next Odyssey Explore group tour:

• Curated group tours to off-beat destinations or popular destinations done differently
• Travel with like-minded people
• Smaller group size between 15 to 20 people which gives a wonderful opportunity to make new friends
• Tours include all the must see sights yet gives you enough free time to make it a relaxed trip
• All tours include breakfast and a mix of local and Indian dinners, vegetarian and non-vegetarian
• Flexibility to book airline tickets as per your travel plans that could include pre and post stays
• All groups will be escorted by an Odyssey Tour Leader
• Porterage in the hotels is included on most itineraries