Exodus Travels' Top Trip Recommendations for 2023

Seeing the world has never been easier or more fun than with award-winning small group and self-guided tour operator Exodus Travels. Boasting decades of experience taking travelers on adventures of all types, from cultural journeys to pulse-pounding nature excursions, the National Geographic Traveller's 2021 Reader Awards winner offers more than 600 small group and self guided tours to over 100 countries around the world. Whether it's a walking tour through the scenic Swiss Alps or ziplining through the rainforests of Costa Rica, travelers can look forward to unforgettable experiences, expertly-crafted itineraries and top-notch service from start to finish. With the end of the year fast approaching, here's a look at some of the can't-miss tours travelers will want to consider in 2023.

Exodus Travels' eight-day Highlights of the Amalfi Coast tour brings travelers to one of the world's most dramatic and romantic coastlines. Guests can travel to Capri by boat, walk the "Path of the Gods" and even visit the iconic UNESCO site of Pompeii as well as explore Herculaneum, tour the charming towns of Amalfi, Positano and Ravello and experience authentic Italian hospitality at the family-run Hotel Due Torri.

The all-new nine-day Kingdoms of Jordan - Premium Adventure is a bucket-list tour that includes not one but two days exploring the Kingdom of Petra with an expert guide, a desert stay in the Wadi Rum, visits to ancient sites such as the Citadel and Roman Theatre as well as the well-preserved ruins of Roman Jerash in addition to the Red Sea and Dead Sea.

To reconnect with nature in 2023, consider the brand new eight-day Rainforest & Restful Retreats in Costa Rica tour exploring not only Central American rainforests but volcanoes, beaches, waterfalls and up close encounters with exotic wildlife. Guests can look forward to a river tubing adventure on the Rio Celeste, ziplining, a trip to Tenorio Volcano National Park and rejuvenating warm spring and mud pot experiences.

Another new tour for travelers to take in the new year is the eight-day Portugal: Walking & Wine - Premium Adventure, which takes guests on a deep dive of the country's top wine region, the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley. The package includes four-star accommodations for the entire week in addition to walks through vineyards, tours of ancient wine cellars complete with samples, a guided walking tour of Porto and private air-conditioned transportation via minibus.

The Cycling Vietnam - Premium Adventure provides travelers two full weeks to explore this coveted Asian country from south to north via bike. Over the course of the tour, guests will explore charming towns, enjoy a sunset cruise, spend two nights at the lovely MerPerle Hon Tam Resort, cycle through gorgeous landscapes and treat their taste buds to sensational local cuisine.

For spectacular scenery and charm, Exodus offers the eight-day Mont Blanc Highlights tour of the Mont Blanc Circuit, renowned as one of the finest walking routes in the Alps. Guests will travel by foot, minibus, local train and cable car and enjoy accommodations in a comfortable chalet complete with an outdoor hot tub. They'll also experience the shops, bars, restaurants and cafes of Chamonix when they're not focused on the amazing mountain scenery.

The eight-day Cycling the Dalmatian Coast tour from Exodus takes guests along the beautiful Croatian coast featuring stops in the UNESCO-listed city of Dubrovnik and island tours of both Hvar and Korcula. In addition to unrivaled scenery and adventure, travelers can uncover fascinating history and unique culture on this exciting itinerary.

For those who want to go at their own pace, Exodus offers a plethora of self-guided tours through Europe. Guests will receive in-depth trip notes that include detailed kilometer-by-kilometer descriptions and other important information like recommendations for the best places to eat as well as excursion routes and notes on places of interest. Exodus will also transport travelers' luggage between hotels, provide high-quality support through local suppliers and 24-hour emergency support if necessary.