Grass roots travel

Get under the skin of the world’s most exciting countries through in-depth encounters with the local community. With fantastic destinations, the expertise of our tour leaders, plenty of independent time to explore and the freedom to dine where you wish these are quality adventure tours that offer great value for money
Style Facts
Transport: Private air conditioned & public transport, private cruise boat, sleeper train
Accommodation: Twin share with private facilities sometimes multi share. Local families, tree houses, gers, boats, train
Single Supplements: Not Available
Group Size: 6 - 20
Recommended Age: Minimum 18 years
Tour Personnel: Imaginative Traveller Tour Leader and local guides
Included Meals: Breakfasts dependent on location but all meals whilst on cruise boats or in remote locations
Guaranteed departures: Subject to minimum bookings
Tour Duration: 2 - 73 days
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