Why Small Group Explorations With Collette?
Traveling with Collette’s small group Explorations tours is all about getting closer to the culture. With an average of just 19 travelers, these journeys allow for deeper connections, exclusive access, and experiences that simply aren’t possible with larger groups. Expertly planned and led, each tour is rich in immersive moments—connecting you with local communities, knowledgeable guides, and fellow travelers who share your curiosity. Because Collette understands travel isn’t just about seeing a place, it’s about truly experiencing it.
EXPLORATIONS SAVINGS
Save up to $400 per person on select Collette Small Group Exploration tours in 2026 & 2027 when you book by June 30, 2026.
Direct Travel Bonus: Choose one of these great credits to enhance your vacation.
- $100 credit towards tour add-ons
- $100 credit towards Economy or Premium Economy airfare
- $250 credit towards Business Class airfare
Why Go Guided With Collette?
Traveling with Collette is a perfect way to not only eliminate the hassle of planning a trip, but it’s also a great way to take advantage of the expertise, industry relationships and strong buying power that they have built over the past 108 years.
Featured Small Group Explorations Tours
Ask for pricing and savings on these and other Collette toursFlavors of Portugal & Spain: Featuring Douro & Rioja Wine RegionsAug 26, 2026 (16 days)
Lisbon to Bilbao
Activity Level: Active | Meals: 14 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 6 DinnersSave up to $400 per person on this small group Explorations tour!
Direct Travel Bonus: $100 Tour add-on Credit OR up to $250 Air Credit.
Taste the essence of Portugal and Spain as you wander through historic cities with rich culture and vintage wines. Explore Lisbon, where narrow Moorish streets meet expansive squares and a castle that overlooks a vibrant, cultural scene below. Walk the scenic Ribeira waterfront in Porto, a Portuguese harbor city and home to Port wine. Enjoy a relaxing two-night stay on the grounds of a winery in the Douro River Valley. Visit the lively city of Salamanca, before touring Bilbao and San Sebastián and get up close with the local culture of the Basque Country, one of the most renowned Spanish regions for food and wine. Savor this journey along rolling hills, distinct cultures, curving coasts, and twisting vines.Roaming Coastal Maine featuring Portland, Acadia & Penobscot BaySep 27, 2026 (7 days)
Roundtrip Portland
Activity Level: Moderate | Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 DinnersSave up to $250 per person on this small group Explorations tour!
Direct Travel Bonus: $100 Tour add-on Credit OR up to $250 Air Credit.
This is Maine, where rocky shores, infinite nature, and endless lobster forge a coastal New England classic. Dig into local delicacies with an oyster shucking demonstration and tasting. Immerse yourself in dramatic nature at Acadia National Park. See how lobster traps are retrieved from the ocean. Admire the picturesque Portland Head Light, Maine’s oldest lighthouse. Towering mountains, delectable cuisine, and bustling harbors await you in this maritime treasure.Peaks of Europe: The Alps to The DolomitesOct 12, 2026 (13 days)
Geneva to Mogliano Veneto
Activity Level: Active | Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 5 DinnersSave up to $300 per person on this small group Explorations tour!
Direct Travel Bonus: $100 Tour add-on Credit OR up to $250 Air Credit.
Embark on an invigorating journey through Europe’s towering Alps and idyllic towns. Ascend 4 unique mountains via cable car and cogwheel train. Join a mountain guide for a hiking experience. Visit Jungfraujoch and stand at the “Top of Europe.” Visit the cheese aging cellars of L’Etivaz and the Italian vineyards of Prosecco – enjoying a tasting at both. Spend time in the idyllic storybook towns of Lucerne, Innsbruck, and Cortina crowned by towering Dolomite Mountains. Across France, Switzerland, Austria, and Italy, discover breathtaking beauty and inviting local charm.Montana: Exploring Big Sky Country featuring Yellowstone & Glacier National ParksJun 22, 2027 (10 days)
Bozeman to Missoula
Activity Level: Active | Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 DinnersAsk about special benefits available on this departure.
Direct Travel Bonus: $100 Tour add-on Credit OR up to $250 Air Credit.
Step outside, take a deep breath in, and look towards the mountains - you’re in the big sky country of Montana, now. Explore both the Northern and Southern Loops of Yellowstone National Park, and visit Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone’s Grand Canyon, and more. Venture to Helena, the “Queen City of the Rockies.” Cruise on the Missouri River through the Gates of the Mountains, named by legendary explorers Lewis and Clark. Spend time in the mountain town of St. Mary Village before heading in to explore Glacier National Park. Take an adventurous white water rafting trip or a calm, scenic float down the Flathead River. Meet a descendant of the last Kootenai chief and learn about the importance of the land in native life. Get a glimpse into the heroic and dangerous life of a Smokejumper. A land of wilderness, adventure, and beauty, Montana is waiting for you.