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11.11.2015 05:00

Guaranteed departure for our group to Central America

We have now a guaranteed departure for Central America on 7th February 2016 with escort guide! Once upon arrival in Guatemala, we will be enchanted by the magical atmosphere of Antigua. Continuing our way along the tiny land strip between the two Americas, we will be captivated by incredible natural wonders and impressive history. Volcanoes touching the clouds, picturesque...


10.11.2015 16:50

Bizarre Dictatorships

North Korea and Turkmenistan are among the few really bizarre dictatorship countries. But beside strange political systems and rules these country boast worth visiting places like the marble capital of Ashgabat, the green parks with various majestic moments of Pyongyang, the desert gas craters of Dervaza or the Demilitarized Zone between North and South Korea, which will remind you of the Cold...


15.10.2015 10:46

PENGUIN TRAVEL AT WTM LONDON

As usual Penguin Travel will attend at the WTM, London (2 - 5 November 2015) with own desk within the Bulgarian National Stand (EU900). As one of the  most experienced representatives of the adventure tourism in Bulgaria we will be glad to meet you there and chat about future perspectives regarding mutual partnership or just about your next trip to Bulgaria. We are looking...


31.08.2015 16:30

Roundtrip in Iran - guaranteed departure 16/10

Iran is a unique country that will enchant you with its history, culture, architecture and friendly people. Don't miss the chance to join us on our roundtrip to this exciting destination on 16th October. The group is guaranteed and you will have the chance to explore some of the most interesting cities in the country: Tehran - a modern megalopolis, Shiraz – the center of the Persian...


05.08.2015 10:01

Balkan Kaleidoscope - guaranteed departures!

8 countries in 14 days! Our unique roundtrip on the Balkan Peninsula - a sea of language and dialects, inspiring scents and experiences, nature, culture, the European history before and now - has guaranteed departures for the rest of the year: 29th August, 19th September and 10th October. Do you think that this might be your dream travel in 2015?


05.06.2015 17:51

Timur's Registan in Samarkand - the Noblest Public Square in the World

A History of cities in 50 buildings is a project by The Guardian, presenting each day a symbolic building of a symbolic city. Registan square in Samarkand was the choice for day 7. The Registan and other wonders of Timurid Samarkand – were the result of the coming together of craftsmen and builders from across the empire in the late 14th century. And they have also influenced distant...


05.06.2015 10:06

Plovdiv - European Capital of Culture 2019

Every year two European cities become capitals of culture. Within this year they carry out a cultural programme with a particular thematic focus and numerous activities. Plovdiv was elected for second time to be one of these two cities in 2019. And not only this but Lonely Planet promotes Plovdiv to be one of the top 10 cities to be visited in 2015. So, don't miss the chance to explore this...


05.01.2015 12:00

Safari Adventures in Africa - January discounts!

New year, new adventures! If Africa is among your destinations for 2015, now is the time to book an unforgettable safari! We offer discounts of up to 7% for bookings made in January for our most popular tours in Africa. Hurry up, dates and places are limited!


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30.09.2026 12:55

Khiva, Uzbekistan: Things to Do, How Many Days & Getting There

Khiva in short Khiva, Uzbekistan is a walled Silk Road town in the far west of the country, close to the border with Turkmenistan. Its inner town, Itchan Kala, became Uzbekistan's first UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990. Inside the mud-brick walls you'll find mosques, madrasas, palaces and minarets packed so tightly that you can walk from one gate to the other in about 15 minutes. People still...


29.09.2026 17:37

A Client’s Story: Adventure in the Two Congos!

The story and photographs below were shared with us by our loyal client, Maya Ameratunga, who travelled on our first trip of Journey into the Heart of Darkness. We’re proud to publish this personal travel experience, which reflects the kind of journeys we design - authentic, immersive and off the beaten track. In the heart of Central Africa, it feels like we’re in the midst of...


20.07.2026 09:40

Cameroon Tour Guide: Best Places, Costs & Travel Tips

A Cameroon tour delivers more variety in one country than most African itineraries manage across three. Rainforest, volcanic peaks, Sahel savannah, Atlantic beaches and more than 250 ethnic groups sit within a single set of borders - which is why geographers have long called Cameroon "Africa in miniature". It is also one of the continent's least visited destinations, so the crowds you...


15.07.2026 09:02

Mozambique Tour: Your Complete Guide to Africa's Indian Ocean Coast

A Mozambique tour swaps the safari-vehicle crowds for something rarer: 2,500 kilometres of Indian Ocean coastline, coral reefs that rank among the healthiest in Africa, and an Afro-Portuguese culture you will not find anywhere else on the continent. This is a beach-and-culture destination first, a wildlife one second - and that is exactly why it appeals to travellers who have already ticked off...