Top trips inspired by BBC's Race Across the World series 6

From Sicily, teams needed to pass through mainland Italy to continue on to Greece. Follow in the footsteps of Mark and Margo with a visit to Puglia, the 'heel' of Italy, and stay in one of Alberobello's famous trullis. These unique round houses line the pretty streets of this quaint town, with their pointy tiled roofs piercing the skyline. Join our Puglia highlights tour and that won't be the only unusual accommodation you'll stay in - we also visit the iconic stone-carved city of Matera and stay in a hotel converted from these remarkable Sassi cave dwellings.

Or, head to the Ionian island of Corfu for one of Greece's most rewarding walking routes, where trails wind through ancient olive groves and cypress forests. Unlike the high-energy race environment, Corfu invites you to slow your pace and engage your senses - listening to cicadas, tasting local olive oil and watching daily life unfold. Take on the North or South trails or combine into one soul-soothing two-week holiday.

Pictured: Explore tour leader Spiros in Corfu, who recently won our inaugural Impact Award in our tour leader awards.

"Being in nature for most of the time made me feel part of it and responsible for its protection, and I like to share this with my groups. Most of the day we spend talking about our connection and dependence on the natural environment, using examples we find during the walks in Corfu's nature." - Spiros, Explore tour leader

Discover authentic hospitality, incredible local cuisine and jaw-dropping landscapes on our Georgia food and drink tour. Track a route from Tbilisi, the cosmopolitan capital of Georgia with its vibrant streets, to the towering Caucasus Mountains, tasting your way through one of the world's oldest wine cultures. Get involved in foodie masterclasses to learn how traditional dishes are made and sample locally-produced treats. The khachapuri is a particular favourite of ours (what's not to love about cheesy bread?!).

Molly was keen to visit the cities of Uzbekistan, and we can't blame her. Discover the ancient cities of Bukhara and Khiva, where intricate mosaics, minarets and desert backdrops feel straight out of a storybook, on our Silk Road of Uzbekistan trip. Plus, explore the 'Blue City' of Samarkand, with its grand turquoise tiled madrassas.

If you like a touch of grandeur in your accommodation too, our Upgraded Treasures of Uzbekistan tour includes stays in hand-picked premium hotels. In Bukhara, stay in a boutique hotel hidden within the narrow alleys of the historical centre, perfectly located for wandering the city.

As the teams discovered, Mongolia is a vast country with wild, remote and open plains. Traverse vast steppes, meet nomadic families and stay in a traditional ger on our Mongolia Explorer trip. Marvel at camels in the wide-open desert, as Margo did, and set your eyes on the enormous Genghis Khan equestrian statue. This unique destination truly embodies freedom and adventure that can only be experienced in person. As you can probably expect, this tour is full-on with lots of travelling due to the sheer size of Mongolia, but each part of the carefully curated itinerary is as rewarding as the last.

For something extra-special, opt for one of our Naadam Festival departures and witness a generations-old local event, with formal games including wrestling, horse-riding and archery.