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About Cox & Kings

Cox & Kings is the world's longest established travel company, offering high quality group tours, private journeys and tailor-made holidays to many of the world's most fascinating regions. Our luxury holidays range from the lavish to the adventurous, and are planned by experts.

Our tours strike a balance between visiting iconic ....more

Reasons to tour with Cox & Kings

260 years of expertise

Genuinely small group tours

Award-winning service

Travel for solos

Flexibility guaranteed

24/7 emergency support

Sustainable and responsible travel

Signature Experiences

How we're working to make you feel COVID-safe on your trip

Our book with confidence policy allows you to change or postpone your holiday, for any COVID-19 related reason, up to 30 days before your travel date­.

You can also add on pre and post group tour extensions, room and flight upgrades, optional excursions and fly from any regional airport of ....more

Responsible Tourism

We believe that tourism should be a force for good. As part of the Abercrombie & Kent family, we work with Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy (AKP) who partner with more than 40 local grassroots projects that positively impact lives and livelihoods in the communities where our guests travel. We also ....more

What We Offer

Cox and Kings offer award-winning small-group tours and private journeys to the world's most captivating destinations.

We also offer single-centre European Spotlight tours, expert-led Arts & Culture tours and group tours specially designed for Solo Travellers.

Social Responsibility

Cox & Kings Travel is part of the Abercrombie & Kent family and we work with A&K Philanthropy (AKP). A&K founder Geoffrey Kent pioneered the community-first approach to conservation more than 60 years ago. Today, we still believe that the best way to protect our planet’s remaining wilderness is to ....more

Accreditations and Associations

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Awards

Specialist Luxury Tour Operator - Finalist
TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2022

Best Escorted Adventure Holiday Company - Silver
British Travel Awards 2020

Best Luxury Tour Operator - Silver
Travel Advisor Awards 2020

Best Holiday Company to The Middle East – Gold
British Travel Awards 2019

Best Luxury Holiday Company – Silver
British Travel Awards 2019

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Specialist Luxury Tour Operator
Specialist Luxury Tour Operator
Best Luxury Holiday Company
Best Luxury Holiday Company
Best Holiday Company to The Middle East
Best Holiday Company to The Middle East

Our Story

Cox & Kings is the longest established travel company in the world, having marked its 260th anniversary in 2018.

Founding the company

The company’s history stretches back to 25 May 1758 when Richard Cox was appointed as regimental agent to the Foot Guards by his mentor, Lord Ligonier, the commander-in-chief of His ....more

Sustainability

Sustainable and responsible travel is important, and as part of the Abercrombie & Kent family, we work with Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy (AKP) who partner with more than 40 local grassroots projects that positively impact local communities.

We also use local tour guides on all our tours, making sure your ....more

Cox & Kings Reviews

Richard Martin (Google Reviewer)  

28-Nov-2019

We have travelled regularly with Cox & Kings as a couple and in family groups to wide range of destinations around the world. Their helpful and knowledgeable staff have organised first rate itineraries for us to destinations they’ve visited, giving firsthand knowledge of these places. It’s hard to fault their local operations too, they provide that essential (and seamless) support to their customers throughout each trip from start to finish.

Ellen Patton (Google Reviewer)  

09-Mar-2023

They had an itinerary to India online with no single supplement, I inquired about it and received an auto reply that someone would contact me. When I checked the very next day the supplement of £945 had been added. I called immediately to see why the pricing had changed and was told they update their prices regularly. Seems like a bait and switch. Will not book with the agency.

BARRY DYKE (Google Reviewer)  

22-Oct-2023

Just returned from a two week Athens and Peloponnese tour which, with the exception of one hotel, was wonderful. It was made by our superb guide, Maria, who brought everything to life throughout the tour. She was outstanding. The tour was very well arranged except, in our opinion, the last day which entailed a northerly trip to Opympus to see what seemed to be a new site, before heading back to Athens. It was really too long a day on the coach, even though that was comfortable being a full size with only 18 tourists. Our view was we could have missed Olympus and driven strait back, just 5-6 hours. Anyway we loved the experience and recommend it highly. Very good value indeed. (Just change the hotel near Delphi which was grim) Our extra two nights in Athens was brilliant with ti è to see the War museum, the gardens, the Benaki(fabulous) and enjoy great self selected food. Happy to provide more inf to anyone Forgot to say the return flight, with Aegean was one of the worst we’ve ever encountered. Cramped worse than any cheap airline, even Ryanair!! Why bother all the fuss of providing a meal for an afternoon flight?? Save the cost and take out one or two rows of seats. The cost must be about the same.

Anne Watkis (Google Reviewer)  

25-Mar-2023

My partner and I have just returned from a tour of the Golden Triangle booked through a travel agent in cirencester. We flew to Delhi on 10th March and home on the 22nd. It was a small group tour (15). Honestly it was a wonderful sightseeing trip. The hotels, starting at the TAj Palace Delhi was exceptional. Great rooms, service and food. The daily trips were very well organised by our holiday guide Mayank Dixit. He was a wonderful guide, took care of the practical element of our trips, was very knowledgeable about india and the various places we visited. His professionalism and knowledge made the holiday. He is guiding for a waterway tours in November, which we might therefore go on. Shimla was amazing. I worried about appropriate clothing re their modesty rules, but it was all fine. Just take something to cover your head and shoulders. Men are fine in shirts too. I loved india and, although the tour was busy, Mayank smoothed the way for us all. Highly recommended.

Gerry Wood (Google Reviewer)  

03-Feb-2020

BE VERY WARY OF BOOKING WITH COX AND KINGS/ABERCROMBIE & KENT UNTIL THE ACQUISITION IS STABLE. We traveled with Cox & Kings to India in October/November 2019 on a 21 day tour. Because of their impending acquisition by Abercrombie and Kent, a lot of the hotels and transfers had not been paid for. No-one met us on arrival at Delhi airport, none of the transfers for the Shimla extension had been booked, and we had to pay again to stay in the hotel listed in the itinerary on the last night. My phone bill trying to get the UK office to step in was o £206.33. I was out of pocket by £440 and my family had a very stressful time for 6 of the 21 days, not knowing what was going to happen the next day. After spending £15,000 on the tour, Cox & Kings/Abercrombie & Kent offered me a £300 credit against another booking in the next 12 months. Needless to say I won't be taking them up on this. My booking reference was 171352 and the feedback (complaint) reference was E25BQF.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a 'single' supplement and 'sole' supplement?

A 'single' traveller is someone occupying a single room while travelling with one or more other people, for example a single person travelling on a group tour. A 'sole' traveller is someone travelling on their own. As a single traveller on a group tour (except those in the SoloTravellers collection), please check the single supplement price. If you wish to add an extension to that tour, please th

When will I get my tickets?

Travel documents will be sent approximately two weeks prior to departure (third party suppliers' policies may vary), unless your booking is made within six weeks of departure, in which case final documents will be sent as soon as possible.

When do I need to pay my final balance?

Final payment must be made no less than 75 days before departure.

What are the four tour categories?

***LUXURY These are our most comfortable tours and will usually feature 5-star deluxe accommodation throughout*** ***SUPERIOR Most Cox & Kings tours fall under this category and are based in 4- or 5-star accommodation where available, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***STANDARD Simpler in emphasis, these itineraries typically feature 4-star or good 3-star accommodation throughout, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***DISCOVERY Best suited to the hardier traveller, these tours typically include some quite basic accommodation, possibly longer and rougher road journeys and, in some cases, more strenuous activities, such as trekking***

Why do I have to pay more for my holiday if I am a single traveller?

Most hotels around the world charge more per person for a single occupancy room than for a shared twin room, because the cost of maintaining a room for one person can be almost as high as it is for two. In addition, many single occupancy rooms are the same as twin / double rooms. The Solo Travellers collection of small group tours is specially created to include accommodation based on single occu

Can Cox & Kings arrange my visa?

We cannot arrange your visa but we can recommend a reputable visa assistance company who can help with your application. Please contact your tour consultant for details.

Do your prices include flights?

All prices for Cox & Kings holidays include international flights, except where indicated. Australasia and Canada holidays do not include international flights so that you may benefit from the best prices at the time you choose to book, taking advantage of major seasonal variations and short term special offers. For all destinations, you may be able to arrange your own flights. If you wish to do

What is a non-exclusive escorted group tour?

The vast majority of our group tours are exclusive to Cox & Kings clients. However, there are a few exceptions where holidaymakers who booked their tour with another travel company travel in the group.

When will I get a detailed itinerary?

If you are travelling on a group tour, you will receive a detailed itinerary with your travel pack. If travelling on a private basis, you will receive your detailed itinerary with your confirmation invoice.

Do I need inoculations?

Many of our destinations have recommended health precautions, which you can read about in our regional documents and health pages. However, we recommend that you contact your doctor who will be able to give you professional advice, arrange any vaccinations and give advice on malaria protection. Alternatively, visit the NHS website for more information.

What happens if a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers? Will it be cancelled?

If a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers, we will either offer for you to take your holiday on a private basis (which may involve a supplement), or you will be fully refunded.

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  • Low Deposit

    Cox & Kings requires a minimum deposit of 15% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    If you need to cancel your tour, tourhub doesn't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of Cox & Kings charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit
    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of tour cost
    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of tour cost
    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of tour cost
    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of tour cost
  • Secure payments

    All payments are deposited into an externally regulated Trust account.

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Classic Sicily
7 Nights $3082 $2985
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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Classical Turkey | Tour Map
8 Nights $2181 $2112
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Visiting: Kusadasi, İstanbul, Pamukkale, Çanakkale, Ephesus ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | China: The Grand Tour | Tour Map
15 Nights $5912 $5726
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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Highlights of Kenya | Tour Map
9 Nights $5912 $5726
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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Moroccan Explorer: Imperial Cities to Desert | Tour Map
10 Nights $3725 $3421
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Visiting: Erfoud, Fes, Rabat, Ouarzazate, Aït Benhaddou, ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Exotic India: Solo Travellers Tour | Tour Map
13 Nights $5012 $4854
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Visiting: Ranakpur, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, India, ...more

Visiting: Ranakpur, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, India, Ranthambore National Park, Deogarh, Udaipur, Pushkar, Delhi, Jaipur ...less View Tour

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Splendours of Chile | Tour Map
14 Nights $6041 $5851
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Visiting: Calama, San Pedro de Atacama, Santiago, Torres ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Journey through the Heart of Spain | Tour Map
7 Nights $2438 $2361
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Visiting: Salamanca, Madrid, Southern Europe, Spain, ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Central America Explorer
17 Nights $7714 $7471
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Visiting: El Salvador, Central America, Granada, Lake ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Ancient wonders of Cairo & the Nile | Tour Map
7 Nights $4368 $4231
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Visiting: Al Giza, Aswan, Kom Umbu, Egypt, Luxor, Edfu, ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Silk Road Adventure Tailor-Made Tour
20 Nights $9547 $9246
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Visiting: Bishkek, Almaty, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, Khiva, ...more

Visiting: Bishkek, Almaty, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, Khiva, Sanatorium Jety-Oguz, Tashkent, Burana Tower, Central Asia, Karakol, Bokonbayevo, Kyrgyzstan, Bukhara, Urgench, Samarkand ...less View Tour

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | China Experience | Tour Map
9 Nights $3339 $2860
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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Ravenna: Mosaics & Marble | Tour Map
3 Nights $2181 inc flight
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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Highlights of South Africa | Tour Map
13 Nights $6041 $5851
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Visiting: Oudtshoorn, Knysna, South Africa, Cape Town, ...more

Visiting: Oudtshoorn, Knysna, South Africa, Cape Town, Gqeberha, Kariega Game Reserve Eastern Cape, Cape Winelands, Tsitsikamma ...less View Tour

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Istanbul: Byzantines and Ottomans | Tour Map
6 Nights $2438 $2361
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Visiting: Sea of ​​Marmara, İstanbul, Turkey, London, Edirne ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Puglia & Basilicata | Tour Map
7 Nights $2696 $2611
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Visiting: Southern Europe, Bari, Alberobello, Ostuni, Italy ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Journey through the Himalayan Foothills | Tour Map
12 Nights $3403 $3296
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Visiting: McLeod Ganj, Pragpur, Kangra Fort, Wagah, Delhi, ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Taste of India Tailor-Made Tour | Tour Map
7 Nights $2773 $2685
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Visiting: Agra, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, India, Delhi ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Treasures of Southern India | Tour Map
13 Nights $3854 $3732
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Visiting: Puducherry, Thanjavur, Kumarakom, Munnar, ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Patagonia: Untouched Wilderness | Tour Map
15 Nights $6298 $6100
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Visiting: Tierra del Fuego Province, Puerto Varas, Ushuaia, ...more

Visiting: Tierra del Fuego Province, Puerto Varas, Ushuaia, Puerto Natales, Chascomús, Torres del Paine, London, Argentina, Buenos Aires, Chile, Bariloche, El Calafate, Perito Moreno, San Carlos de Bariloche ...less View Tour

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Passage Through Rajasthan | Tour Map
15 Nights $3982 $3857
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Visiting: Agra, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Jodhpur, Mumbai, ...more

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Passage through Kerala | Tour Map
13 Nights $4368 $3919
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Visiting: India, Wayanad, Coconut Lagoon - CGH Earth ...more

Visiting: India, Wayanad, Coconut Lagoon - CGH Earth Resort, Mysuru, Nagarahole Tiger Reserve, Bengaluru, Kochi, Srirangapatna, Coonoor ...less View Tour

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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Oman: An Arabian Odyssey | Tour Map
8 Nights $4175 $4044
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tourhub | Cox & Kings | Across the Southern Caucasus | Tour Map
13 Nights $3725 $3608
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Visiting: Central Asia, Sevan, Dilijan, Georgia, Tbilisi, ...more

Visiting: Central Asia, Sevan, Dilijan, Georgia, Tbilisi, Haghpat, Armenia, Central Asia, Sheki, Absheron, Sighnaghi, Telavi, Vagharshapat, Zvartnots, Azerbaijan, Baku, Goshavank Monastery, Mkinvartsveri, Shamakhi, Uplistsikhe, Gobustan, Khor Virab, Kiş, Yerevan, Kvareli, Garni, Geghard Monastery, Gori, Noravank Monastery ...less View Tour

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