Travel journal

Two passionate, self-taught fossil collectors from the English coastline, separated by time but united by curiosity. Mary Anning and Steve Etches have each helped unlock the story of life on Earth. We spoke to Steve Etches about their lives, work and how the Jurassic Coast continues to deliver.

We’re excited to announce that as of April 2025, GeoCultura is officially a TravelStride partner!

Offering immersive small group tours led by expert guides, GeoCultura invites travellers to explore the fascinating connections between geology, history, and nature across some of the world’s most dramatic landscapes. 

We learned so much about what makes you happy with our first British Isles tours. Everything you’ve told us has gone into making our 2025 and 2026 guided tours better than ever. From taking you to our latest favourite locations to showing you amazing new discoveries, our small group tours are always evolving to bring you the very best experience available.

Jon leads our tour showcasing spectacular scenery and dinosaurs in Canada’s Rocky Mountains and Badlands, and provides participants with some unforgettable experiences while doing so. But what do leaders do for their own vacations?

Scotland’s landscapes are layered with stories told through geology, food and cultures past and present. Each month brings its own character, and the time you choose to visit shapes how you experience this fascinating country. Here’s what to expect, whenever you visit.

England is not much bigger than Ohio. But for such a small country, it packs in a lot. Stately homes and quaint villages adorn the rolling countryside. Here are five compelling reasons to join our expert-led small group tours of England.

Britain’s plentiful stately homes are a window to its past. Here we explain why they’re so well preserved, and the best way to visit them on small group tours of England and the British Isles.

The benefits to you of booking a private tour are obvious. A personalised itinerary, the undivided attention of your guide, a greater depth of learning and connection, and an inherent flexibility are just a few that spring to mind. But what does your tour guide think of private tours? After all, leading a private tour is a very different experience to leading a group tour.

The best small group tours should feel like independent travel – minus the hassle of booking everything for yourself. Find out why GeoCultura small group tours are kept small and appeal to travellers looking for a more personalised service.

We pride ourselves on offering flexible, engaging small group tours, with expert guides and excellent accommodation, and recently had some exceptional feedback from a couple who took a Private Tour of Southern England!