Why Discovery Tours? What sets us apart from other tour companies.
Small GroupsTravelling in a small group has many benefits – the possibility for more intimate accommodation and restaurants, the ability to have flexible itineraries and make spontaneous stops, and getting to know others on the tour. You feel less intrusive and... Read more
LAST CALL to join our Discovery Tours in Ecuador, Galapagos and Peru this Spring!
At Discovery Tours, we develop cultural adventures for those who want a depth of perspective not found on standard travel excursions. Working with local contacts, we create one-of-a-kind experiences that enrich our tours in ways not possible for larger companies... Read more
5 Reasons to Get Excited About Booking an Expedition Cruise This Year
Leave your evening gown at home and pack your hiking shoes instead. For more and more travelers, an expedition cruise is on the horizon.Expedition cruises speak to our inner adventurers. Smaller ships, more remote and tiny ports, untouched destinations, natural... Read more
Season's Greetings!
From the McPhail Travel Family to Yours... Read more
Inca Explorer Small Group Tour - April 26th to May 11th, 2020.
From its amazing archaeological treasures to its gastronomic delights and from its rich history to its melting pot of cultures, Peru offers visitors a wide array of attractions—and on this tour; you’ll experience its highlights on our Inca Explorer small group tour April 26th to May 11th, 2020. Read more
Quito and beyond: 3 things to do in Ecuador after a Galapagos trip
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Galapagos Marine Reserve
The Galapagos Marine Reserve is one of the largest and most biologically diverse marine protected areas in the world. It covers 133,000 square kilometers (51,352 square miles), surrounding the Galapagos Islands in the eastern Pacific Ocean, about 1,000 kilometers (600... Read more
Ecuador and Galapagos Highlights
A truly unique lifetime adventure blending the spectacular geography of Quito UNESCO city with the cloud forest and with the enchanted Galápagos Islands, the islands offer endless opportunities to witness a unique abundance of wildlife in a setting unlike any... Read more
Galapagos Islands Birds
Birdwatchers come from all over the world to visit the Galapagos Islands, where there are hundreds of bird species to be seen. Many of them are endemic, so the Galapagos is the only place in the world to see them!Many... Read more
4 places that prove Panama is the most underrated country in Central America
written by April Wong June 9, 2018 Read more
5 reasons why you should visit Central America on a group tour
Tropical emerald forests teeming with colorful native birds and hooting monkeys high up in the canopies are alluring, as are the royal navy tones of the Pacific Ocean and the tints of turquoise of the Caribbean Sea. With so much ground... Read more
Unique small group cultural tours 'Off the beaten track” since 1995
There is SO much more to Panama than canals and hats. Situated on the narrow isthmus bridging Central and South America, travellers will be wowed by palm-shaded (and uncrowded) beaches, sensational surf breaks, picturesque Colonial towns, and wildlife aplenty.In Panama's... Read more
Last chance to Book! Journey Through Panama with McPhail Travel January 2020
Only a handful of seats left available. Don’t delay. Book today. Read more
You're invited to a Travel Talk Event
Get inspired by a world of destinations and have your questions answered by one of our passionate Trafalgar Experts. Take advantage of our exclusive event offers like early booking deals, gift with purchase and the chance to leave with some... Read more
Virgin Voyages' 'Save Water, Drink Champagne' Easy Button
Oh, and there’s a caviar bar, too.Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Voyages says it’s committed to ‘disrupting’ cruise travel, and that means a twist on one of the luxury cruise standards: champagne and caviar.The cruise line has already shared its ‘ship... Read more
Travel with us to Cuba this winter! Explore the Heart of Cuba including Havana: February 1st to 15th, 2020
Beyond what the world’s interpretation of what Cuba has been, lies a country that is full of life. Our Cuba group tours introduce you to a life that has a way of making you tap your toes to the soft... Read more
Join Us! Classic Colombia Tour: February 21st to March 7th, 2020
Colombia is an emerging destination, enjoying stability and economic prosperity after decades of conflict. Our specialists have been visiting for a number of years now, and they’d encourage you to tour Colombia before everyone else catches on.Like South America in... Read more
We are pleased to announce the launch of our brand new Discovery Tours website!
Our goal with this newly designed website is to create a user-friendly browsing experience for our trusted and valued customers. We hope you enjoy our new uncluttered design that is easy to navigate, and more user-friendly. You can find us... Read more
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