Scottish Highlands and Islands: an 8 day expert-led guided tour
Join a group of no more than 12 like-minded curious travellers to explore the HIghlands, the Isle of Skye and Harris and Lewis in the Outer Hebrides staying at hand-picked boutique hotels. Book now at 2026 rates. Solo travellers most welcome.
Canadian Rockies & the Badlands
A 7 day discovery of spectacular peaks, beautiful glacial lakes, dinosaurs and the otherworldly Badlands. BOOK NOW for June 2027 departure.
Just launched: 9 day Shetland and Orkney tour
Enjoy four nights on each island. Choose from early May, late July or early August 2027 departures. Limited places. Travel from Shetland to Orkney and return to Inverness included in price.
Splendours of the Italian Alps
A 7 day tour to discover the spectacular Aosta Valley; towering peaks, ancient empires, castles and delicious mountain cuisine. BOOK NOW for July 2027 departure.
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Small group tours that take you beyond the landscape
Dig deeper into a destination on our expert-led small group tours.
Bringing landscapes to life. Our guides truly understand the earth science, history, nature and local culture that makes a place unique. They’re here to help you to follow your curiosity and feel immersed in the stories behind the view.
Explore at the pace of the place. Our tours are largely outdoor experiences, with unhurried walks and plenty of time to pause for views, wildlife and expert insight. A chance to slow down and look more closely.
Travel small, experience more. Small really means small when it comes to our tour group sizes. Most of our carefully curated small group tours are limited to 10 or 12 guests.
Upcoming small group tours
The Rockies & the Badlands: 7 days, geology & dinosaurs in Canada
June 2027 departure just announced. BOOK early to secure your place.
Moderate
Prices from GBP £4,495 pp
This vacation package with expert-led guided walks and back-room museum visits explores the wildly contrasting landscapes of the Rockies and Badlands in southern Alberta.
Scotland travel tour: 8-days Highlands, Skye & Outer Hebrides
Choice of April, July or September 2027 departure. BOOK NOW
Moderate
Prices from GBP £4,250 pp
Join our Scotland travel tour from Edinburgh to discover the legends, landscapes and amazing history of the western Highlands, Isle of Skye, Harris and Lewis in the Outer Hebrides
6-days retracing Charles Darwin’s travels in North Wales
BOOK NOW at 2026 prices: 26th April or 13th Sept 2027 departures
Moderate
Prices from GBP £3,395 pp
Immerse yourself in the life of Charles Darwin, seeing the areas of Wales he visited before embarking on his famous journey to the Galapagos Islands. Discover the fascinating geology of Wales on a small group tour with a Darwin expert.
Shetland and Orkney islands: wilderness, wildlife and ancient history
Just launched! Choice of three departures in 2027. BOOK YOUR PLACE TODAY
Moderate
Prices from GBP £3,799 pp
Explore Shetland and Orkney on a 9-day journey through wild coastlines, ancient settlements and wildlife-rich islands, meeting the people who bring their stories to life along the way.
7-day Scotland vacation: Highlands and Isle of Skye
NOW Booking 2027 departures. Choice of May or June departures.
Moderate
Prices from GBP £3,999 pp
Experience a premium Scotland vacation that brings the country’s legends, landscapes and long history to life. Join a small friendly group and enjoy the warm welcome at three Scottish hotels, great food and good company.
Splendours of the Italian Alps: 7-day summer vacation
BOOK NOW for July 2027 departure
Leisurely
Journey through Italy’s Alpine heart in summer, where towering peaks, ancient empires and vanished oceans meet. Our expert guides show you the best of the spectacular Aosta Valley, from its castles to its cuisine.
Geology of Aragon, Spanish Pyrenees: 7-day expert-led tour
September 2027 departure just confirmed. BOOK NOW
Moderate
Prices from GBP £3,699 pp
Journey through the beautiful landscapes and amazing villages on our geology tour of the Pyrenees while sampling the best in local culture and cuisine.
Orkney Islands tour: wildlife, Vikings and ancient wonders
BOOK NOW for June or Sept 2027 departures.
Moderate
Prices from GBP £2,799 pp
Discover Orkney’s Neolithic wonders, Viking heritage, seabirds and wildlife on a well-paced 6-day small-group journey rich in local stories, island landscapes and warm Orcadian hospitality.
Shetland Holidays: 6 days exploring Scotland’s northernmost isles
Choice of 4 departures in 2027 – May to Sept. BOOK your place today
Moderate
Prices from GBP £2,599 pp
Dramatic cliffs, Europe’s highest density of otters and centuries of folklore collide on this in-depth tour of Shetland. Expect gentle walks, crofting tours, wildlife-spotting and memorable anecdotes about Shetland’s history, landscapes and culture.
Isles of Scilly holidays: 6-day island-hopping small group tours
SELLING FAST – book your place for 2027
Leisurely
Prices from GBP £2,299.00 pp
Uncover the secrets of this beautiful and storied archipelago as you hop between five islands, tap into local expertise and find out more about how the Isles of Scilly wildlife is protected.
Our interactions with everyone at GeoCultura were absolutely superb. We felt thoroughly supported as we made our way through complications in our own plans, and everyone was unfailingly friendly and patient with our process.
How we explore
If you enjoy getting outdoors in all sorts of weather, our tours are for you. Our walks focus on understanding the landscape rather than covering a great distance. Expect regular stops to take in the view, notice wildlife and hear the stories behind the scenery. Every tour includes clear activity information to help you choose the right experience.
SEE OUR ACTIVITY LEVELS
Expert small group tours and guides
Our tour guides are consummate professionals. Among them, you’ll find ornithologists, geologists, historians, artists, rock climbers, beekeepers, bakers and qualified Blue Badge guides. We believe they’re the best in the business – they’re also the kind of people you’d want to chat to in the pub, over dinner or on a walk.
MEET OUR GUIDES Why travel with us?
Carefully curated itineraries packed with unforgettable storytelling, curiosity-led conversations and personal touches. Our expert-led small group tours leave you knowing more.
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