Explore the Galapagos aboard the M/V Santa Cruz which has gained worldwide recognition for its excellent service. A favourite of Bales clients for many years, she accommodates 90 passengers and is air-conditioned throughout. Facilities include a r...

Staying at the excellent Casa Andina Private Collection Hotels, our ‘Highlights of Peru Tour,’ which includes 3 nights in the beautiful Sacred Valley and the fabulous city of Cusco, is the perfect introduction to this country.

For many years, Bales has featured the very best boats sailing in the Galapagos Islands, renowned for having the highest on-board standards and the leading naturalist guides. March 2008 will see the launch of La Pinta, the newest superior first-clas...

For many years, Bales has featured the very best boats sailing in the Galapagos Islands, renowned for having the highest on-board standards and the leading naturalist guides. March 2008 will see the launch of La Pinta, the newest superior first-class...

Cruise the Galapagos Islands on the elegant Isabela II, one of the finest vessels sailing there. 51 metres long, with a capacity of just 40 passengers all accommodated in outside twin bedded cabins, the Isabela II also has a lounge and bar area, s...

In the late 19th century, aristocrats and sophisticated travellers loved to cruise the Nile in the style and comfort of their private ‘dahabiyyas’, beautifully crafted wooden ships with from four to ten cabins and a host of servants. They rented the...

Cruise from Vancouver to Alaska through some of the world’s most beautiful coastal and island scenery. Smaller and more informal than most ships cruising in these waters, the Spirit of Oceanus can negotiate remote waterways and get closer to the wild...

Cruise from Alaska to Vancouver through some of the world’s most beautiful coastal and island scenery. Smaller and more informal than most ships cruising in these waters, the Spirit of Oceanus can negotiate remote waterways and get closer to the wild...

Brasil Maravilhoso is Portuguese for Marvellous Brazil. Taking in some of Brazil’s most spectacular natural and cultural highlights this holiday takes you from the pulsating streets of Rio, to the colonial elegance of Paraty, before taking in t...

Stretching nearly 7,770 kilometres from the tropics to the fringe of Antarctica, Chile encompasses the extremes of climate, from the arid Atacama Desert in the north to the spectacular lakes and glaciers of southern Patagonia. Join us on an excitin...

The vast deserts of Libya boast a staggering array of natural and cultural contrasts. Travelling from Tripoli, traversing a landscape of timeless beauty and romance across the endless vistas of the Sahara, we visit the spectacular remains of Sabratha...

Combining the natural beauty of lush landscapes, engaging colonial hill stations and idyllic backwaters, with some of southern India’s most culturally and historically important cities, this remarkable journey of discovery ventures into the very hear...

The diversity of India’s wildlife is spectacular in the extreme, from the magnificent birdlife of Bharatpur to the rich game lands of Bandhavgarh and Kanha, where the majestic tiger reigns supreme. This is the jungle that so inspired Rudyard Kipling,...

One of the most enigmatic and mysterious countries, Japan is a dazzling fusion of ancient cultures and technological marvels that makes it one of the most unique destinations in the world. This comprehensive journey takes you from its vibrant modern ...

For centuries Timbuktu enjoyed an almost mythical reputation. European explorers set off time and again to find this city, but it wasn’t until 1826 that Frenchman Rene Caillié finally discovered this legendary Eldorado. Timbuktu today is a fascinat...

Oman is a land of breathtaking contrasts, an enigma filled with an enthralling mix of rugged coastlines and endless deserts, dramatic forts and traditional villages, where colourful souks and timeless landscapes hold the visitor in an hypnotic and un...

The Inca Empire, largest of all the pre-Columbian civilisations, was at its zenith when Francisco Pizarro’s conquistadors arrived in 1532. The Spaniards plundered the ‘Kingdom of the Sun’ of its gold, but failed to locate the legendary ‘Lost City’ o...

A truly unforgettable holiday combining two of our most popular destinations in South America: the Inca heartland in the High Andes of Peru with a cruise of the Galapagos Islands, with its unique flora and fauna.

With top hotels in Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu, as well as operating train routes through its subsidiary company Peru Rail, this itinerary allows you to explore Peru in true comfort and style

South America’s fourth largest country is a cultural mix of Indian, Spanish and African influences and this short tour introduces you to some of the highlights that Colombia has to offer.

Hidden deep within the Himalayas, between India and Tibet, lies the remote and isolated Kingdom of Bhutan, lost to the world for centuries. A journey to this Shangri-La affords us a unique insight into a world long past, where traditions and beliefs ...

In the late 19th century, aristocrats and sophisticated travellers loved to cruise the Nile in the style and comfort of their private ‘dahabiyyas’, beautifully crafted wooden ships with from four to ten cabins and a host of servants. They rented the...

In the late 19th century, aristocrats and sophisticated travellers loved to cruise the Nile in the style and comfort of their private ‘dahabiyyas’, beautifully crafted wooden ships with from four to ten cabins and a host of servants. They rented the...

An unforgettable fusion of matchless wonders and unparalleled luxury, this 7 night cruise offers the very best that Egypt has to offer. One of the most opulent boats on the Nile, the Oberoi Zahra combines the timeless majesty of the Pharaohs with ...

An unforgettable fusion of matchless wonders and unparalleled luxury, this 7 night cruise offers the very best that Egypt has to offer. One of the most opulent boats on the Nile, the Oberoi Zahra combines the timeless majesty of the Pharaohs with a q...

The rich magnificence of the Persians once stretched from the shores of the Mediterranean to the River Indus, a powerful and glittering empire that lives on today amongst the magnificent architecture of Iran’s spectacular domes and minarets.

The annual Polar Bear migration along the coast of the Hudson Bay in October is one of the world’s most wonderful natural phenomena. We have secured accommodation for two exclusive groups to see this amazing spectacle. The town of Churchill, on the s...

A land of incredible variety and contrast, Jordan is steeped in history and archaeological wonders. This best selling trip to the Hashemite Kingdom includes 3 nights at the ‘Rose-Red City’ of Petra, one of the world’s most astonishing ancient sites, ...

The mighty Yangtze cuts a spectacular swathe through some of China’s most breathtaking scenery. From the Tibetan Highlands to the East China Sea, the world’s third longest river traverses a timeless landscape of deep gorges and towering mountains. O...

The mighty Yangtze cuts a spectacular swathe through some of China’s most breathtaking scenery. From the Tibetan Highlands to the East China Sea, the world’s third longest river traverses a timeless landscape of deep gorges and towering mountains. Ou...