Arts & culture holidays 2024/2025

Discover the cultures of the world with A&K

It’s often the people that give a place its character, and A&K’s arts and culture experiences delve into the civilisation in every destination. From bushwalks with the San people of Southern Africa to pop culture tours in Tokyo; from studio visits in Hollywood to meeting China’s Terracotta Army up close: these are expertly curated opportunities to gain unparalleled insight. Admire homegrown handicrafts and have a go yourself. See historic sites guided by passionate experts.

Access the artists, collectors, historians and communities showcasing the culture of yesterday, today and tomorrow.

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Arts & culture holidays with A&K

Be a cultural connoisseur:

Stay at COMO Uma Ubud >

Discover Singapore's odyssey >

Journey on the Sanctuary Nile Adventurer >

Stay at COMO Castello del Nero >

Visit Sri Lanka - 2020 prices fixed at 2019 rates >

Stay a stone's throw from the historic city of Petra >

Stay at The Breakers, Florida >

"Our Lagoon and Hidden Venice tour guide was excellent. She first took us to Murano where we saw classical glass-blowing demonstrations, then on to Burano, an unexpected delight and a beautiful contrast to Venice’s more touristic spots. She also introduced us to several wonderful Tintoretto paintings, and was impressively knowledgeable in art history."

Mr V, 2018

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Trek the Nakasendo way

2 nights from £2,930

Spend three days in the beautiful Kiso Valley, with a one-day hike along the Nakasendo Way. Discover Edo-period towns and bunk down in a ryokan

Cultural Japan

2 nights from £2,690

Experience Kyoto’s ancient and traditional Japanese culture when you dine with a maiko and enjoy a private tea ceremony

Art & culture in Venice

2 nights from £465 to £730

Take three nights to explore Venetian art and culture. Enjoy a private tour of a Murano glass factory, visit La Fenice and tour the Guggenheim

Arty Barcelona

2 nights from £1,500 to £1,850

Spend three days unravelling Barcelona’s cultural scene. Explore Gaudí’s architecture, the Palau de la Música Orfeó Català and the Montserrat mountains

Art & architecture in Spain

2 nights from £1,390 to £1,580

Three days visiting museums in Madrid and exploring astounding architecture in the UNESCO-listed towns of Toledo and San Lorenzo de el Escorial

Traditional culture in Andalucia

2 nights from £1,365 to £1,510

Explore Andalusia’s traditional culture. Visit Granada’s Alhambra Palace and watch flamenco in Seville

Experiences

Explore Pompeii and Vesuvius

Amalfi Coast & Bay of Naples, Italy

Step back in time with a walking tour of Pompeii and climb to the summit of Mount Vesuvius with your local guide. Discover one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites

Explore Melbourne’s bluestone lanes

Victoria, Australia

Walk the bluestone lanes of Melbourne and marvel at the historical sights on this city tour created by historian Kenneth W Park. Learn why the early township was dubbed Bearbrass

Palm Springs mid-century architecture tour

California Desert & Palm Springs, California

Experience Palm Springs’ mid-century architecture in the company of a local expert

San bushwalk

Botswana, Africa

Join a group of the San tribe for a memorable journey through one of the Kalahari Desert’s most spectacular sights, the Makgadikgadi Pans

Ethical Artisans of Siem Reap

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Step into Cambodia’s creative circle with our curator who will introduce you to the work of artists, fashion designers and photographers putting Siem Reap on the world map

Oahu insider tour

Oahu, Hawaii

A tour of Oahu, including the main sights and traditions of the island. The trip takes you to Oahu’s highlights with a strong focus on local food and culture

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Accommodation

Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur

Udaipur, India

Taj Lake Palace was built between 1743 and 1746, and was originally a lake island palace named Jag Niwas after his highness Maharana Jagat Singh II

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The Breakers, Palm Beach

Florida, USA

First opened in 1896, The Breakers has had a long and vibrant history as one of Florida’s most famous hotels.

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Sumiya Ryokan

Kyoto, Japan

Sumiya is a very inviting authentic Japanese ryokan. As one walks into the main door there is a fusuma (Japanese sliding door) so you immediately feel as though you are visiting an old traditional Japanese home

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Estancia La Bamba Areco

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Estancia La Bamba Areco is nestled in tranquil and unspoilt countryside yet only just over an hour from the vibrant city of Buenos Aires

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Hidatei Hanaougi

Takayama, Japan

Hidatei Hanaougi is one of the top ryokans, or traditional inns, in the rural city of Takayama

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Les Jardins de la Medina

Marrakech, Morocco

An authentic Moroccan riad dating back to the 19th century, this Eden's garden is shaded by orange, olive and jacaranda trees and flowered balconies

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"We had a wonderful experience. We felt that we were given a real taste of Sri Lanka; its history, culture and cuisine. Our guide was wonderful, and all the hotels were great."

Mr G, 2018

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