Experiential

Morocco Land of Enchantment

Morocco: Land of Enchantment – March, 2028

March 11 to 25, 2028

Join Wheel & Anchor for a vibrant adventure through Morocco that begins in Casablanca and winds through the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, the artisan quarters of Fes, and the shifting sands of the Sahara Desert. Continue through the kasbahs and gardens of the Draa Valley before culminating in Marrakesh, where tiled courtyards, calls to prayer, and palm-shaded riads offer a final, lasting impression of this remarkable country.

Crossing the Andes Argentina & Chile

Crossing the Andes: Argentina & Chile – March, 2028

March 10 to 23, 2028

Join Wheel & Anchor for a journey through Argentina and Chile that’s equal parts breathtaking scenery, rich history, and culinary discovery. Wander the streets of Buenos Aires, sip Malbec straight from the source in the vineyards of Mendoza, and take in the landscapes of the Andes as you cross into Chile. In Santiago, experience the rhythm of daily life before heading to the eclectic port city of Valparaíso, where colourful streets and Pacific breezes add the perfect finishing touch to this South American adventure.

Malta Mediterranean Crossroads

Malta: Mediterranean Crossroads – March, 2028

March 1 to 7, 2028

Join Wheel & Anchor for a week of discovery in Malta. Based in Valletta, we’ll explore the island’s storied past, from temples older than the pyramids to the Renaissance fortresses of the Knights of St. John. We’ll ferry to Gozo for a glimpse of rural island life, wander the quiet streets of the Three Cities, and take in sweeping Mediterranean views. Along the way, we’ll try Maltese cuisine, uncover hidden corners of this tiny nation, and soak up the charm of this endlessly fascinating slice of the Mediterranean.

Costa Rica Eco-Adventure

Costa Rica Eco Adventure – January, 2028

January 12 to 23, 2028

Join Wheel & Anchor for an immersive journey through Costa Rica’s cloud forests, coffee highlands, and Caribbean waterways. From spotting quetzals in misty reserves to drifting along jungle canals, we’ll experience the country’s extraordinary biodiversity, vibrant culture, and natural beauty in a way that goes far beyond the typical tropical escape.

African Rail Odyssey

African Rail Odyssey – January, 2028

January 9 to 27, 2028

Join Wheel & Anchor for an unforgettable rail journey across Africa, beginning in Dar es Salaam and winding through Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana before arriving in South Africa. Along the way, we’ll explore Nyerere National Park, admire the cascading waters of Victoria Falls, and spend time in Madikwe Game Reserve on safari. The adventure culminates in Cape Town, surrounded by vineyards and mountain scenery.

Europe’s Best Christmas Markets Frankfurt

Europe’s Best Christmas Markets – November, 2027

November 28 to December 11, 2027

Embark on a captivating 13-night Christmas market trip, immersing yourself in the festive charm of European cities. Begin with 2 nights in Frankfurt at the Römerplatz market, then travel to Düsseldorf for 3 nights, including a side trip to historic Cologne. Continue with 4 nights in Ghent, exploring medieval markets, and take a detour to Brussels and Bruges for Belgian holiday traditions. Conclude your adventure with 4 nights in Vienna, exploring the imperial beauty, and a day in Bratislava’s charming markets, completing your magical holiday experience.

Winging it in Botswana

Botswana: An Okavango Safari – November, 2027

November 20 to 28, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for an extraordinary nine-day safari through Botswana’s most celebrated wilderness regions. From the salt pans of Makgadikgadi to the waterways of the Okavango Delta and the elephant herds of Chobe National Park, this journey reveals the country’s remarkable diversity. Along the way, we’ll stay in remote lodges, experience game drives, and encounter wildlife in its natural environment.

Jordan Wadi Rum

Jordan Land of Sand & Stone – November, 2027

November 1 to 9, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor to experience the deep stillness and layered history of Jordan. From carved sandstone cities to desert silence and hilltop ruins, this is a place shaped by passage and permanence. We’ll explore the traces left behind — and meet the people who continue to live among them.

Spirit of Bhutan

The Spirit of Bhutan – November, 2027

November 7 to 19, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for thirteen days in Bhutan — a country roughly the size of Switzerland with a population just over 800,000, the only nation in the world that measures progress by Gross National Happiness, and the only one that is, on balance, carbon negative. We’ll fly into Paro and onward to the temple valleys of Bumthang, then work our way slowly westward by road through Trongsa’s hilltop fortress, the glacial Phobjikha Valley where black-necked cranes return each November from the Tibetan Plateau, the rice country around Punakha, and over the prayer-flagged Dochula Pass into Thimphu. We’ll close with a morning’s hike up to Tiger’s Nest, the cliff-clinging monastery 900 metres above the Paro Valley floor. Along the way: yathra weavers, monastic kitchens, a candlelight dinner by the river, and an unhurried pace the country itself seems to insist on.

Crossing the Andes Argentina & Chile

Crossing the Andes: Argentina & Chile – November, 2027

November 7 to 20, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for a journey through Argentina and Chile that’s equal parts breathtaking scenery, rich history, and culinary discovery. Wander the streets of Buenos Aires, sip Malbec straight from the source in the vineyards of Mendoza, and take in the landscapes of the Andes as you cross into Chile. In Santiago, experience the rhythm of daily life before heading to the eclectic port city of Valparaíso, where colourful streets and Pacific breezes add the perfect finishing touch to this South American adventure.

Sri Lanka Jungles, Temples and Beaches

Sri Lanka: Jungles, Temples and Beaches – November, 2027

November 7 to 22, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for sixteen days across Sri Lanka, an island roughly the size of Nova Scotia holding eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We’ll begin in Colombo, then head north to the old royal capitals of the Cultural Triangle, where a fig tree grown from a cutting planted in 288 BC still stands. We’ll climb into the hills to Kandy and its tooth relic, walk the rows of a working Ceylon tea estate, and ride the mountain railway to Ella. From there we drop down to Yala for leopards, then follow the Sri Lankan beaches of the south coast west to the Dutch ramparts of Galle. Along the way we’ll share a farmer’s lunch of thirty curries beside the rice paddies and watch for elephants at dusk. It’s an island small enough to cross in a fortnight, and layered enough to stay with you long after.

Morocco-Land-of-Enchantment

Morocco: Land of Enchantment – November, 2027

November 1 to 15, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for a vibrant adventure through Morocco that begins in Casablanca and winds through the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, the artisan quarters of Fes, and the shifting sands of the Sahara Desert. Continue through the kasbahs and gardens of the Draa Valley before culminating in Marrakesh, where tiled courtyards, calls to prayer, and palm-shaded riads offer a final, lasting impression of this remarkable country.

Ecuador Peaks & Valleys A journey between giants

Ecuador: Peaks & Valleys A journey between giants – October, 2027

October 29 to November 7, 2027

“Join Wheel & Anchor to explore Ecuador, where the Amazon rainforest, the Andes, and historic cities meet. This journey takes us from jungle lodges to highland markets and colonial centres, revealing one of South America’s most diverse countries.
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Sold Out-African Rail

African Rail Odyssey – October, 2027

October 27 to November 14, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for an unforgettable rail journey across Africa, beginning in Dar es Salaam and winding through Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana before arriving in South Africa. Along the way, we’ll explore Nyerere National Park, admire the cascading waters of Victoria Falls, and spend time in Madikwe Game Reserve on safari. The adventure culminates in Cape Town, surrounded by vineyards and mountain scenery.

Central Asia & The Silk Road

Central Asia and the Silk Road – October 16, 2027

October 16 to November 4, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for an adventure through the Silk Road, immersing ourselves in urban Kazakhstan, nomadic Kyrgyzstan and diving deep into the old imperial and trade capitals of Uzbekistan.

China-Imperial-Horizons

China: Imperial Horizons – October, 2027

October 6 to 22, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for seventeen days across China’s most storied cities — Beijing, Chengdu, Xi’an, and Shanghai — with four nights on the Yangtze River through the Three Gorges in between. From the Great Wall and the Terracotta Army to giant pandas in the mountains above Chengdu and a farewell dinner on the Bund, this is China’s full sweep of history, landscape, and food.

Central Asia & The Silk Road

Central Asia and the Silk Road – October 6, 2027

October 6 to 25, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for an adventure through the Silk Road, immersing ourselves in urban Kazakhstan, nomadic Kyrgyzstan and diving deep into the old imperial and trade capitals of Uzbekistan.

Porto, Douro & the Azores

Porto, Douro & the Azores – October, 2027

September 26 to October 9, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor to explore Portugal beyond the usual trail—from the tiled streets of Porto to the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley and the volcanic beauty of the Azores. This journey blends wine, history, and exquisite Atlantic nature for a rich experience on both land and sea.

Japan: Ancient & Modern

Japan: Ancient & Modern – September, 2027

September 25 to October 9, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor to explore Japan’s gardens, castles, shrines, and markets from Tokyo to Kyoto, with stops in Hakone, Takayama, Kanazawa, and Hiroshima. This journey brings meaningful encounters and a deeper look at traditions.

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Caucasus Explorer: Georgia & Armenia – September, 2027

September 24 to October 10, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor on a special trip to the hardly-known, yet amazing vibrant cities of Tbilisi and Yerevan, which have a whole lot of spectacular countryside and rich history in between.

The Ultimate Mongolia Trip

The Ultimate Mongolia Trip: From Ulaanbaatar to Sand Dunes and Ancient Capitals – 2027

September 18 to October 4, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for seventeen days in Mongolia, a country of almost unimaginable scale and one of the last places on earth where the herding life of the steppe is still being lived as it has been for centuries. We’ll start in the granite-and-larch landscapes of Terelj National Park, spend time in Ulaanbaatar, and then strike out west across the open steppe to the wild horses of Khustai, the dunes of Elsen Tasarkhai, the ancient Mongol capital at Karakorum before turning north into the river country, where pace slows and the days are spent walking, fishing, and watching the light change. With nights in good hotels, traditional ger camps, and remote river lodges, this is a trip designed to give you Mongolia at the speed it should be experienced: slowly, with the windows down.

Island-Hopping in Greece

Island-Hopping in Greece – September, 2027

September 7 to 22, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for a journey across the Greek islands, from Crete to Santorini, Naxos, Paros, and Syros. While many travellers rush through Greece, we’ll take our time, moving by ferry and exploring historic towns, ancient sites, and traditional villages. Along the way, we’ll discover the rich food, wine, and culture that give each island its character.

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Ireland: The Emerald Isle – September, 2027

September 2 to 16, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor to explore the misty magic of the Emerald Isle. Take in stunning landscapes like Connemara, the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, and more. We’ll stay a few nights in Dublin, Killarney, and Galway with lots of time to soak up the atmosphere of this charming country.

China: Imperial Horizons – September, 2027

September 1 to 17, 2027

Join Wheel & Anchor for seventeen days across China’s most storied cities — Beijing, Chengdu, Xi’an, and Shanghai — with four nights on the Yangtze River through the Three Gorges in between. From the Great Wall and the Terracotta Army to giant pandas in the mountains above Chengdu and a farewell dinner on the Bund, this is China’s full sweep of history, landscape, and food.

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