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The art of truly seeing the world was once reserved for intrepid adventurers. Now, it’s gaining a well-deserved revival as one of travel’s fastest-growing trends. Touring offers the chance to slow down and really understand destinations - hearing its stories, tasting its traditions, and connecting with communities. This growing appetite for meaningful journeys that interlace wanderlust and experience is exactly what inspired the latest edition of Hays Travel’s Best of Touring.
This inspiring collection of escorted tours from some of the world’s leading touring partners is designed to help you holiday beyond the ordinary. Discover the reassurance of expert planning, knowledgeable guides, and trusted UK travel agents, mixed with authentic experiences and eye-opening discoveries. First-time tourers can remove the stress of navigating unfamiliar destinations, while seasoned travellers gain exclusive access to places and moments they’d never encounter alone.
Peyto Lake in Banff National Park
This 10th edition of Best of Touring is more than a brochure; it’s your guidebook to the greatest travel experiences on Earth. Each page as exciting as the last, from exploring the vineyards of Italy or spotting wildlife in South Africa to driving through the dramatic scenery of Canada or uncovering the cultures of India; these are the kind of trips you’ve had on your holiday list for as long as you can remember. But very few places capture that spirit of discovery more vividly than Asia and China.
Asia is a continent of contrasts and colour - from bullet trains gliding past ancient pagodas in Japan and Bali’s jade-green rice terraces to Vietnam’s lantern-lit streets filled with spice and music. Watch monks drift silently through the morning mist at Angkor Wat, hear the crackle of woks in Thailand’s bustling markets, or trace centuries of history along rivers that shaped civilisations. Few destinations can rival the wonders of Asia, except perhaps the vast, layered, and endlessly fascinating China.
Touring lets you witness China’s ancient traditions and modern innovations side by side in one extraordinary journey. One day, you’re standing on the Great Wall; the next, you're gliding past Shanghai’s futuristic skylines. Rail travel lets you experience and watch China’s scenery, culture, and pace of life evolve outside your window. Familiar landmarks quickly give way to unexpected encounters, whether it’s a hidden temple, a traditional market, or a quiet stretch of countryside untouched by time.
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The latest Best of Touring collection is designed to inspire exactly those kinds of journeys. Packed with carefully curated itineraries, exclusive offers, and ideas, it reflects the growing desire to travel deeper. And to celebrate the launch of the latest edition; there’s even more reason to start planning your next adventure. Hays Travel is giving readers the chance to win one of ten incredible prizes, making this the perfect time to discover where touring could take you.
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