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.

Learning Holiday Ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country San Sebastian

    Luxury San Sebastian

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

    3 days, from £930 to £1480

  • Stay Germany - Berlin

    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

  • One Country Sweden - Stockholm - Falun - Tallberg

    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

  • One Country Portugal – Azores – Sao Miguel – Lisbon

    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

  • One Country Turkey – Gaziantep – Sanliurfa – Nemrut Dagi – Mardin

    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

  • One Country Fes, Rabat, Marrakech

    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

  • One Country Spain – Andalucia – Cordoba – Granada – Ronda – Cadiz – Seville

    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

  • Stay Spain - Catalonia - Barcelona

    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

  • One Country Italy – Sicily – Palermo – Trapani – Realmonte – Ragusa – Milo

    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

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