While we certainly showcase the highlights, our journey is anything but generic. Say goodbye to off-the-shelf travel, and embrace unique encounters.
I`ve done a lot of tours in my working life as a travel journalist and that’s given me some great insights into what’s going to give travellers a satisfying and illuminating travel experience. During that time I’ve discovered some pretty remarkable places that I wanted to share with other like-minded travellers, and so Tripwired Tours was born. It’s not just about places but also a style of travel. I like slow travel, with spare time in the itineraries that give me freedom to pursue my own interests. I also like small hotels with character, calm and comfort and I like to be surprised and entertained.
My groups are small, maximum 12 guests. That’s big enough for variety but not so big that you’ll feel lost in a crowd.
I’m on every trip, but I also use local guides because they’re the keys to a foreign culture, and I choose them with care. They’re well versed in the history, culture and customs of the city or region and they’ll give you a deeper, richer understanding of a place and its culture.
Rajasthan, “land of kings”, is a rich and exotic part of India. Rich in ceremony, rich in tradition, rich in culture and colour. We’ll see leopards, painted elephants, princely palaces, tribal cultures, desert forts and dramatic landscapes.
Our tour of Bengal is a cracker of a journey with views of snow-capped Himalaya peaks from a tea plantation near Darjeeling, a cruise on the mighty Brahmaputra River, one-horned rhinos in Kaziranga National Park and the astonishing & life-changing Varanasi.
Ringed by rust-coloured ramparts, with the snow-capped peaks of the Atlas Mountains in the background, Morocco has always been a place of mystery and magic, where wild tribesmen coughed up from mountain villages once traded with exotic cameleers whose blue robes were still splattered with Saharan sand – a teasing place for the Western mind.
Join us on a journey through Romania’s wild heart—starting in the wooden-spired villages of Maramureș, where time feels beautifully suspended. We’ll thread our way through the Saxon towns and forested hills of Transylvania, rich with folklore, fortified churches, and unexpected elegance. Our final stop is Bucharest, a city of layers and surprises, where faded grandeur meets bold reinvention.
Sail the Nile the slow, elegant way aboard a traditional dahabiya,
stay in storied hotels like the Old Cataract and Al Moudira,
wander through temples, tombs and timeless desert landscapes,
and feel Egypt’s ancient heart still beating beneath it all.
AUD 12399 twinshare, single supplement AUD 2999 per person
Morocco is one of the most rewarding and accessible Islamic countries for travellers—safe, exotic, and endlessly fascinating. Join us in 2025 for a boutique journey through Marrakech, the High Atlas, and the Sahara. Stay in luxury riads, wander ancient medinas, and sleep under desert stars in a Sahara camp. Explore Marrakech’s Djemaa el Fna, the Jardin Majorelle, and the kasbahs of Agdz. In Essaouira, lose yourself in a sea-swept medina of music, art and scent. Our 2024 trip was a sell-out—unforgettable food, people, and landscapes. This is Morocco, raw and refined, where every step stirs the soul.
Two rooms available
12590 AUD twin share 3249 AUD single supplement per person
Rajasthan is India at its most vivid—regal, eccentric, and unforgettable. Sip rooftop cocktails at Bujera Fort as the Aravalli Hills glow at sunset, then track leopards in the wilds of Marwar. Discover Bagru’s ancient block printing, dine by oil-lamp at Narlai’s stepwell, and marvel at Ranakpur’s breath-catching Jain temples. From Jodhpur’s Mehrangarh Fort to Delhi’s street food chaos and the ethereal Taj Mahal, this journey pulses with history, colour and surprise. There’s even a temple devoted to a motorcycle. Join us in Rajasthan—where India’s soul blazes brightest and every experience burns bright in memory long after you’ve left.
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AUD 13885 twin share per person
Wake in Darjeeling to golden Himalayan sunrises, stay in a historic tea estate, and ride the famous toy train through misty mountain villages. Cruise for four days along the mighty Brahmaputra in Assam, spotting river dolphins and drifting past forested riverbanks. In Kolkata, trace the stories of the British Raj through grand colonial landmarks before heading to a peaceful village retreat. End in Varanasi, where the sacred Ganges, ancient temples, and ritual-filled ghats bring India’s deep spirituality to life. With just seven double rooms, this small-group adventure blends luxury, culture, and discovery—India in all its colour, seen the Tripwired way.
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AUD 8,820 per person, twin-share per person
Romania is one of Europe’s quiet surprises—a place where time stretches and deepens, and where history isn’t tucked away in museums but still woven into daily life. We begin in Bucharest, a city of contrasts, where Belle Époque elegance rubs shoulders with communist-era grit, and a new creative energy bubbles just beneath the surface.
From there, we head north into Maramureș, a region where old Europe endures. Wooden churches tilt in village cemeteries, haystacks dot the rolling hills, and horse-drawn carts still trundle down country roads. We stay in family-run guesthouses, share meals made from backyard gardens, and meet locals who keep centuries-old traditions alive—not for show, but because it’s how they live.
Then it's on to Transylvania, with its fortified Saxon towns, brooding castles and forested landscapes steeped in myth and legend. This is Romania at its richest—layered, atmospheric, and best discovered slowly, with open eyes and a curious heart.
$20476 per person
Egypt is a place that stirs the imagination—where ancient temples rise from the desert and the Nile still shapes daily life. This 16-day journey takes us from Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum and the historic lanes of Coptic Cairo to the sweeping vistas of Aswan, where we stay at the legendary Old Cataract Hotel.
We cruise the Nile in slow, elegant style aboard Set Nefru, a traditional dahabiya that stops at small villages and lesser-known temples. In Luxor, we settle into the richly atmospheric Al Moudira on the West Bank and explore the Valley of the Kings, avoiding the crowds wherever possible.
A side trip to the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel adds a fitting flourish to this deep dive into the world of the pharaohs. With time, comfort and context, this is Egypt not just seen—but felt.
Destinations include the sun-drenched olive groves and coastal villages of Puglia, the culinary heartland of Emilia-Romagna, the rolling hills and hidden hilltowns of Umbria, the folklore and forested mountains of Romania, and the spice-laden markets and temple towns of South India. If one of these journeys calls to you, message us to be added to the waitlist — once we reach the numbers, we're good to go!
AUD 10447.50 single supplement AUD 2047.50 per person
Discover the sun-baked beauty of Puglia and the haunting charm of Matera on this intimate Tripwired tour through Italy’s lesser-known south. We wander through whitewashed hill towns like Ostuni and Locorotondo, stay in traditional masserias—historic farm estates— and linger over long lunches in olive groves where the food is as rustic as it is refined.
In Matera, one of the world’s oldest continually inhabited cities, we stay among the ancient cave dwellings—the sassi—carved into limestone cliffs. It’s a place of quiet magic and deep history, where every stone tells a story.
Along the way, we meet artisans, taste wines in family-run vineyards, and explore markets bursting with southern produce. From the baroque beauty of Lecce to the Adriatic’s turquoise coves, this is a journey of hidden corners and warm encounters.
With Tripwired, you travel slowly, thoughtfully, and with a small group of like-minded travellers—always with an eye for the authentic and the unforgettable.
AUD 7,700 Single supplement AUD 1,470
Join Tripwired Tours on an unforgettable journey through Italy’s famed food valley — the Emilia-Romagna region — where rich history and world-class cuisine come together in perfect harmony. Over 7 days, we explore Bologna’s medieval streets and porticoes, savoring its legendary ragù and artisan pasta. From here, we venture to Parma, the birthplace of prosciutto and Parmigiano-Reggiano, visiting family-run producers who reveal the secrets behind these iconic delicacies.
Modena beckons next, home to balsamic vinegar and fast cars, with visits to traditional acetaia and the Ferrari museum. Wander the vibrant markets, meet passionate chefs, and enjoy exclusive tastings of regional specialties paired with superb local wines.
Beyond food, the region’s rich cultural heritage shines in Romanesque churches, Renaissance palaces, and lively piazzas. Our boutique accommodations offer authentic charm and comfort, providing a perfect base to unwind after days of discovery.
With Tripwired, this is slow travel at its finest — an intimate, immersive experience crafted for food lovers, history buffs, and curious travellers alike. Expect genuine connections, unforgettable flavours, and the warmth of Italian hospitality throughout your journey.
$89775 AUD | single supplement $1575 AUD per person
Tripwired’s South India tour is a richly layered journey through Tamil Nadu and Kerala — a world of temple towns, lush backwaters, spice-scented markets, and colonial echoes. From the colour and devotion of Madurai’s Meenakshi Temple to the peaceful rhythms of life on a traditional Keralan houseboat, this is India at its most soulful and sensuous.
What sets this trip apart is our private chef and culinary host, who guides us through South India’s vibrant food culture — from street eats and market tastings to cooking demonstrations and shared meals in family homes. Along the way, we explore tea plantations in the Western Ghats, wander faded French streets in Pondicherry, and relax in heritage hotels full of charm and history.
With a small group and generous pacing, this 16-day tour offers an immersive, off-the-beaten-path experience of South India’s landscapes, flavours, and spiritual heart. As always with Tripwired, it’s about connection — with people, place, and the stories that make travel unforgettable.
AUD 10,900 twin share | single supplement AUD 3245 per person
Join Tripwired Tours for an immersive journey through Andalucía, Spain’s sultry south where Moorish palaces meet whitewashed villages and the scent of orange blossoms lingers in the air. This 10-day small group tour takes you beyond the postcard highlights to the region’s quieter, soul-stirring corners. We wander the winding lanes of Ronda, sip sherry in Jerez, and soak up the romance of Córdoba and Seville, where flamenco still pulses in hidden courtyards.
Moorish influence is woven through every step — from the intricate arches of Córdoba’s Mezquita to the tranquil courtyards of Seville’s Alcázar. The jewel in the crown is the Alhambra in Granada, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture that feels more dream than stone. We explore these wonders at a gentle pace, with time to savour Andalucía’s layered history, bold flavours, and golden light.
As always with Tripwired, this is slow travel at its finest — intimate, generous, and filled with unforgettable moments.
AUD 4550 | single supplement AUD 660 per person
Step into the soul of Italy on this slow-travel journey through Umbria, a region of misty hills, medieval towns, and deep-rooted traditions. With Tripwired Tours, we skip the crowds and dig beneath the surface — exploring hilltop villages like Spello and Montefalco, sipping Sagrantino in family-run wineries, and joining locals for long, leisurely lunches in olive groves. We stay in the beautiful hilltop village of Trevi, surrounded by ancient olive groves and sweeping valley views. From artisan workshops to frescoed churches in Bevagna, this is Italy at its most intimate — warm, welcoming, and wonderfully unhurried. Expect food, wine, and stories you’ll remember long after your bags are unpacked.
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