Trafalgar Introduces Hidden Journeys - An entirely New Trip Style for 2015

Featuring guided vacations to harder-to-reach destinations in intimate groups of up to 26


TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Having identified a gap in the market for intimate travel in less visited destinations, Trafalgar (www.trafalgar.com), the Insider of guided vacations is offering guests even more choice with the addition of Hidden Journeys to its 2015 program. Unique properties and places are showcased through 11 Hidden Journeys of Europe and Ireland, Canada, Panama and Asia that cater to a maximum of 26 guests and feature in a standalone brochure, as well as within each destination programme for 2015.

"With almost 70 years of experience in taking guests on memorable holidays around the world, Trafalgar understands the importance of choice and that one size doesn't fit all," says Doug Patterson, president of Trafalgar Canada. "We have therefore expanded our trip styles to 10 with the inclusion of Hidden Journeys from next year." 

From sampling wines at boutique estates to staying in distinct Ryokan accommodation, these Hidden Journeys visit amazing destinations in harder to reach places that are often best suited to smaller sized groups. With this in mind, Trafalgar has designed these itineraries primarily for those guests who like to travel in a more intimate setting, whilst still enjoying the peace of mind in travelling with an expert Travel Director and discovering exclusive Insider Experiences. 

Featured in Trafalgar's 2015 Europe & Britain brochure are six Secrets of Italy, Ireland, France, Greece, Switzerland and Turkey Hidden Journeys. Guests will be treated to many Insider Experiences including being welcomed onto the grounds of an Italian family-run winery for a tour of the property and sumptuous meal with accompany local wines. They'll also meet many Local Specialists and discover places like the Black Madonna in the French cliff-face town of Rocamadour, and uncover Cultural Insights such as learning about the production of Greek wine and visiting Switzerland's famed Kambly biscuit factory. When in Turkey, guests will explore the country's scenic coastline aboard a traditional gullet cruise yacht, and later stay in an Authentic Accommodation Cappadocia Dilek Kaya cave hotel. 

Trafalgar has also added Hidden Journeys to its 2015 USA & Canada, South America and Asia brochures which include unique Insider Moments like tasting berry wines at Canada's only Kosher winery, and dressing in a traditional 'yukata' for dinner at a Japanese monastery inn in Mt Koya before bathing in onsen water and sleeping on a tatami mats. 

To celebrate the launch of the new brochure, Trafalgar is offering an Early Payment Discount with savings of up to $816 per couple on 2015 Hidden Journeys guided vacations when booked and paid by January 15th, 2015!* 

For more information on Trafalgar, please contact your local travel agent or visit www.trafalgar.com and follow us on Twitter @TrafalgarCanada and Facebook

Terms and Conditions: *Save 10% when you book your Trafalgar 2015 Hidden Journeys guided vacations and pay in full by November 20, 2014 (Asia, North America - pay by Nov 20, 2014; Europe - pay by January 15, 2015). Discount applies to the land portion of the tour price only. Valid on new bookings only, made between September 25, 2014 to January 15, 2015. Early Payment Discount is not valid on all vacations and/ or departure dates (blackout dates apply) and savings amount will vary by itinerary and seasonality. Discount can be combined with other brochure discounts where applicable and only applies to vacations featuring the 'Early Payment Discount' in the price panel. Discount is not combinable with other time-limited land offers. Subject to availability and offer may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Other conditions may apply. Sample savings of $816 is based on the  Secrets of France, departing May 21, 2015. 

About Trafalgar:
Trafalgar is the world's leading guided vacation company offering exceptional quality and value itineraries to a range of exciting destinations. With some 68 years of experience and unrivaled local expertise, Trafalgar provides an authentic insider's view to create truly unique travel experiences in Europe, Britain and Eastern Mediterranean, South Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, China, Mexico, Central and South America, USA and Canada. www.trafalgar.com

About TreadRight:

Created as a joint initiative between The Travel Corporation's family of brands, the TreadRight Foundation is a not-for-profit working to ensure the environment and communities we visit remain vibrant for generations to come. To date, TreadRight has donated more than USD 2.5 million to sustainable tourism projects worldwide. The Foundation's guiding principle is to encourage sustainable tourism development through conservation, leadership and support for communities. Foundation priorities are set by the Steering Committee, which includes sustainability leaders like Céline Cousteau and Costas Christ.

TreadRight's past project partners include WWF, Conservation International and The National Trust in the UK. Current initiatives include sponsoring the National Geographic Society's inaugural "World Legacy Awards," WildAid and inspiring wildlife advocates like Terri Irwin.

To learn more about our past and current work at TreadRight, please visit us at treadright.org.

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