Learning Holidays

Inspiration for your own tailor-made trip

From learning the art of meditation with Buddhist monks in Cambodia's hilltop temples to being taught about the inspiring local sustainability-efforts in Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, take more than memories of a lifetime back home with our collection of inspiring learning holidays. According to writer Malcolm Gladwell you need 10,000 hours to truly become world class at anything, but we can certainly get you off to a good start with our Masters of the Universe collection of learning holidays. This contains some of our favourite experiences to gain a deeper connection with a destination whilst learning a new skill on holiday and 'transforming yourself' (...and you'll earn some excellent bragging rights). Whether you're wanting to learn a new skill in sport, art, cooking or perhaps something a little more unusual, here are just a few of the tailor-made learning experiences that we can arrange on your Original Travel holiday.
Enquire now
Sort

Luxury San Sebastian

Seek out the best bar snacks in the city on a pintxos (Basque tapas) tour

3 days, from £930 to £1480

A Family City Break in Berlin - Four Days of Food and Fun

Enjoy a family-friendly long weekend in Berlin, soaking in its pretty parks, vibrant café scene and fun-filled attractions

4 days, from £1000 to £1350

Exploring Stockholm and Dalarna - A Family Adventure to Sweden

Embark on a week-long family adventure to Sweden, travelling from the buzzing capital to Dalarna’s natural landscapes by car

8 days, from £1550 to £2000

From Sao Miguel to Lisbon - Adventure in the Azores and Culture in the Capital

Explore the very best of Sao Miguel – from caldera walks to dips in thermal springs – before discovering Lisbon with a local

9 days, from £2000 to £2750

Explore Ancient Anatolia - A Road Trip Through Southeastern Turkey

Discover the fascinating history of ancient Anatolia during this eight-day adventure from Gaziantep to Mardin

8 days, from £2400 to £2850

Fes, Rabat and Marrakech - Imperial Morocco by Train

Discover three of Morocco’s most captivating cities on this rail journey across Fes, Rabat and Marrakech

8 days, from £2450 to £3150

Ancient Cities and Majestic Mosques - A Cultural Road Trip in Andalucia

Explore the charms of sun-drenched Andalucia on this 11-day road trip as you journey around southern Spain

11 days, from £2500 to £3200

An Arty Big Short Break in Barcelona - Gaudi’s Masterpieces & Exclusive Experiences

Enjoy a long weekend strolling Barcelona’s storied streets, discovering its most iconic art and architecture along the way

4 days, from £2600 to £3350

Slow Sicily - Ancient Monuments and Agrotourism

Relax and unwind with this 11-day meander through Sicily’s lush landscapes and charming historical sites

11 days, from £2700 to £3900

Mountains and Monasteries in Georgia - From Tbilisi to Batumi

Discover the highlights of Georgia, from charming cities and lush countryside to towering mountains and the Black Sea coast

12 days, from £2750 to £3550

Horse Riding in Andalucia - A Spanish Big Short Break

Escape to Andalucia for five unforgettable days of horseback fun, countryside charms and historic towns

5 days, from £2800 to £3600

An Introduction to Cambodia - Mythical Temples and Idyllic Islands

Discover Cambodia on this 11-day introductory trip, from its ancient sites to its beautiful beaches

11 days, from £2950 to £3900

The Swiss Alps by Train - From Zurich to St. Moritz

Travel by train from Zurich to St Moritz on this 12-day rail journey through the Swiss Alps

12 days, from £3100 to £4500

The Historic Highlights of Jordan - Ancient Cities and Desert Plains

Step back in time on this week-long tour of Jordan’s historic highlights, from Petra to Wadi Rum

7 days, from £3150 to £4050

Cities, Coffee and Coast - Colombia with your Teens

Enjoy two weeks of quality time with your teens on this journey across Colombia’s highlights, from buzzing cities to peaceful landscapes nature

15 days, from £3300 to £4250

A Family Adventure in Belize - From the Jungle to the Beach

Dive into family time on this two-week adventure to Belize, from the lush jungle to the Caribbean coast

13 days, from £3300 to £4300

Colonial Architecture, Urban Art and Coastal Bliss - History and Culture in Colombia

From charming colonial towns to mesmerising urban art, discover Colombia’s rich heritage and culture on this two-week adventure

15 days, from £3700 to £5100

A Family Adventure in Borneo - Wildlife Wonders and Beach Bliss

Enjoy two weeks of quality family time on this adventure to Malaysian Borneo

13 days, from £3850 to £5000

An Alternative Western USA Road Trip - From Texas to New Mexico

Discover Texas and New Mexico off-the-beaten-track on this 16-day road trip

16 days, from £3900 to £5800

A Family Adventure Across New Zealand - Volcanic Wonders, Maori Traditions & Alpine Thrills

Go big on family fun with two weeks of action-packed adventures in New Zealand

15 days, from £4000 to £4750

An Introduction to Karnataka - Sacred Temples, Mighty Empires and Coastal Calm

Discover Karnataka’s historical treasures, journeying from the palaces of Mysore to the temple cities of Belur, Hampi and Badami before ending  shores of Goa

13 days, from £4050 to £4950

From Laos to Thailand - A Journey Along the Water

Cruise along rivers and canals and relax on the shores of sparkling seas on this two-week journey across Laos and Thailand

15 days, from £4150 to £5450

From Guatemala to Belize - Historic Sites, Untouched Landscapes and Beach Bliss

Delve into the history, nature and culture of two Central American gems on this two-week trip to Guatemala and Belize

16 days, from £4250 to £5300

Explore the Heart of Mexico - Oaxaca and the Pacific Coast

Discover Mexico City’s buzzing streets, Oaxaca’s cultural heart and the Pacific’s sun-soaked beaches on this city-to-coast road trip

13 days, from £4600 to £5700

The Eastern US by Train - Boston, NYC, Philadelphia and Washington

Explore the iconic cities of the East Coast on this 11-day rail adventure between Boston, New York and Washington DC

11 days, from £4700 to £6200

Family Ranching in the American West - Experience cowboy culture and the rhythms of ranch life

Live the cowboy life for 15 days on a family ranch holiday, with hands-on adventures and classic Western experiences

15 days, from £4750 to £7550

Jordan and Saudi Arabia - Explore Ancient Arab Kingdoms

Discover the fascinating history of ancient Arab kingdoms on this ten-day trip across Jordan and Saudi Arabia

10 days, from £5000 to £6400

Angkor for Archaeologists - The Best of Angkor's Remote Temples

Discover Angkor's hidden temples

14 days, from £5070 to £8090

An Introduction to Saudi Arabia - Sacred Lands and Nabataean Sites

Delve into the buzzing cities and lunar-like landscapes of Saudi Arabia on this week-long trip

8 days, from £5100 to £6250

Ancient Sites & Timeless Temples - A Tailor-Made Egyptian Adventure

Discover the iconic temples, pyramids and monuments of Cairo, Aswan and Luxor on this adventure through Egypt’s rich history

10 days, from £5200 to £6750

High-Altitude Adventures - Ladakh from Leh to the Nubra Valley

Experience the wild beauty, history and nomadic communities of Ladakh on a high-altitude journey through remote valleys, lakes and ancient monasteries

14 days, from £5900 to £7450

From Highlands to Islands - Rainforests and Wildlife in Madagascar

Embark on a two-week Madagascan escape, travelling from Antananarivo to Nosy Komba

16 days, from £6000 to £7350

Victoria Falls, Makgadikgadi and Okavango - Secret Corners of Botswana

Discover Botswana’s secret corners, from the watery maze of the Okavango Delta to the white horizons of the Makgadikgadi Pans

9 days, from £6650 to £9550

Light Aircrafts and Legendary Safaris - Zimbabwe's Finest National Parks

Fly between three of southern Africa’s great wildlife parks – Zambezi, Hwange and Mana Pools – by light aircraft

11 days, from £7450 to £10000

Highlights of Mongolia - From Ulaanbaatar to the Gobi Desert

Discover the best of Mongolia on this 11-day trip, from the bustling streets of the capital to the peace of the desert

11 days, from £8800 to £14000

Japan in Style - Shimmering Cities & Serene Spirituality

Sample the rich culture of Japan during this stylish two-week sojourn on the main island of Honshu

14 days, from £10450 to £13550

A Journey Through Aboriginal Australia - Ancient Cultures, Outback Icons & Tropical Escapes

Delve into Australia’s Aboriginal heritage on a 17-day journey through cities, rainforest and the Outback

17 days, from £12150 to £15750