Dig Deeper: 10 Lesser-Known Favorites for Curious Travelers

Posted on 2/24/2026 04:00:00 AM in Trending Topics

During Java & Bali: Indonesia’s Mystical Islands, explore the Prambanan Temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia.

Our most popular O.A.T. adventures are tried-and-true favorites for a reason. (Pro tip: You can always browse a selection of these under “Featured Trips” on the homepage of our website.) But many of our lesser-known adventures are getting attention from curious travelers in 2026. Read on for 10 journeys that might surprise you.

1. Java & Bali: Indonesia's Mystical Islands —Maximum group size: 16

Java & Bali—2026 Itinerary

See a detailed overview of our adventure in Indonesia, from Jakarta and Yogyakarta on Java to Ubud and Sanur on Bali.

17-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure

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2. Idyllic Great Britain: England’s Lake District, the Scottish Highlands & Orkney Archipelago —Maximum group size: 16

Idyllic Great Britain—2026 Itinerary

See a detailed overview of this itinerary, including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights.

17-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure

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3. New! Soul of India: The Colorful South —Maximum group size: 16

Soul of India—2026 Itinerary

See a detailed overview of this itinerary, including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights.

18-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure

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4. The Silk Road: Central Asia’s Ancient Trade Route —Maximum group size: 16

The Silk Road—2026 Itinerary

See a detailed overview of the experiences that await you in the heart of Central Asia.

16-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure

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5. Nepal & the Mystical Himalayas —Maximum group size: 16

Nepal & the Himalayas—2026 Itinerary

See a detailed overview of the types of experiences you'll have on this adventure through Nepal.

16-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure

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6. Northern Greece, Albania & North Macedonia: Ancient Lands of Alexander the Great —Maximum group size: 16

Greece, Albania & North Macedonia—2026 Itinerary

See a detailed overview of the types of discoveries you'll have on our journey through northern Greece, Albania, and North Macedonia.

17-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure

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7. New! South Africa & Namibia: Cape Town’s Winelands to the Skeleton Coast —Maximum group size: 16

South Africa & Namibia—2026 Itinerary

See a detailed overview of this itinerary, including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights.

8-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure

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8. New! Finland’s Winter Wilderness: Northern Lights & Lapland Discoveries —Maximum group size: 16

Finland’s Winter Wilderness—2026 Itinerary

See a detailed overview of this itinerary, including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights.

8-day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure

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9. New! Eastern Balkan Experience: Bulgaria & Romania —Maximum group size: 16

Eastern Balkan Experience —2026 Itinerary

Get an overview of the discoveries that await on this adventure, from the rich history of Sofia, Bulgaria, to the pastoral Romanian countryside and the medieval castles of Transylvania.