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The World of Collette Expands Further for 2027-2028 Season

by Bruce Parkinson  September 22, 2026
Rocca Calascio in Abruzzo, Italy.

Abruzzo, Italy. Photo: Collette

Global guided travel operator Collette has launched its 2027-2028 travel season, featuring over 175 tours worldwide, including 12 new itineraries. 

Celebrating its 109th year of touring, the company says it continues to evolve guided travel for the modern traveller through innovative itineraries, industry-leading service, worry-free travel protection and unmatched tour design. 

In celebration of the new travel season, Collette has also launched a seasonal sale featuring stackable savings of up to $1,500 per couple on travel through December 31, 2027.

“Canadian travellers have really embraced Explorations tours, particularly in destinations like Africa and Southeast Asia, which tells us they’re looking for more immersive ways to experience a destination.” said Christian Leibl-Cote, EVP of Global Sales. 

“We’re excited to expand on tours, especially in Europe, with new itineraries that take travellers beyond the traditional highlights and deeper into regions like Tuscany, Sardinia and Corsica.”

Christian and Jaclyn Leibl-Cote.

New Tours for the 2027-2028 Travel Season:

Collette’s 2027-2028 season includes a dozen new tours across Europe, Africa, Asia and the United States. The company says these itineraries reflect evolving traveller preferences, including interest in high-demand destinations with authentic access and deeper regional exploration.

  • Treasures of the Mekong
  • Iconic South Africa
  • Gems of Tuscany
  • Sardinia & Corsica: Islands of Italy & France
  • Celtic Tradition and Landscapes
  • Christmas Markets & Castles of Europe
  • Shrines of France
  • Shrines of Ireland
  • Italy Uncovered
  • The Soul of Southeast Asia

Sample itineraries:

●        Sardinia & Corsica: Islands of Italy and France  and  Gems of Tuscany offer a more regional, experience-led perspective on these intriguing destinations, with itineraries featuring insider experiences and hidden wows.

●        Iconic South Africa builds on strong interest in Africa, an aspirational destination, especially with multigenerational travellers.

Collette offers extensive travel opportunities in Asia.

●        Treasures of the Mekong reflect growing demand for Southeast Asia journeys that go beyond single-country travel with cultural discovery, meaningful connections and serene river cruising.

●        Celtic Traditions and Landscapes and Italy Uncovered cater to increasing demand for second‑time travellers with more specialized regional exploration for new discovery and hidden gems.

Reflecting evolving traveller preferences, Collette continues to design and add new tours to its collection of Explorations small group tours among its touring styles. Itineraries are designed by experts living in the region, for greater insider access to local experiences, boutique accommodations, and off‑the beaten-path experiences. 

Every Explorations tour also features a responsible travel highlight which helps to connect travellers to a destination in a meaningful way.  

  
  
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