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The legendary play created from the desperation of a deadly plague saw its almost 400-year history disrupted by a modern-day pandemic, but it will return in 2022 and we have just launched a series of exciting tour itineraries.

Germany’s Oberammergau Passion Play was first staged in 1634, a year after…

There are few people who have been more influential to Western Europe culture than the Phoenicians, though this is so little recognised. Famous for their seafaring and for their manufacturing of goods, Phoenicians were fundamentally important to the development to Greek culture, something which Herodotus readily admits to. Yet they…

...the ancient way! If you're looking to add another string to your bow while outdoor activities are still somewhat limited, why not try your hand at bread-making? Perhaps, like some of us here in the Andante office, you've mastered a sourdough starter and have baked a few delicious loaves, and…

From a hotly-debated eruption date to the grisly fates of citizens, Pompeii is telling new tales
By Dr Eireann Marshall, expert guide lecturer for Andante Travels

It’s hard to forget how depressing Pompeii and Herculaneum were just a short while ago. I remember taking a group around Pompeii in 2010, shortly…

The sprawling site of Pompeii, the Valley of the Temples... Italy has everything for the archaeological enthusiast. However, we're always on the lookout for alternative places to explore in this magnificent country to help you keep going back year after year. So, what's new? What can take you to visit…

We have a broad selection of tours on offer for 2021 that will take you to discover the archaeological delights of France, and we've rounded up our favorite highlights. From rides on legendary trains and cruises down glorious rivers, to an iconic artist's gardens and rock art created by our…

Explore the world by land and you'll get an entirely different perspective than you would if you were to travel by water or rail. Here, at Andante, we know that getting to the heart of a destination is something that can be achieved in different ways, which is why we…

If you like to discover history, stories and facts while on vacation visiting different sites and museums, why not consider booking a place on one of our historical trips? We have eight dedicated historical tours on offer for 2021, which range from short breaks in the UK that delve into…

Whether or not you know your Monet from your Manet or your Surrealism from your Cubism, there’s nothing quite like delving into art history on holiday. Explore composition, inspiration and legacy on one of our tours designed to showcase a range of creative styles and the legends behind them. From…

If you're yet to travel but you're feeling ready to get back out there, why not treat yourself to a place on one of our November and December archaeological tours? We have a selection of fascinating vacations on offer this winter, which can take you from familiar destinations such as…