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Are you looking ahead to 2026 holidays? It’s never too early to start planning, and booking early can mean you secure the perfect escape. Here at Newmarket Holidays, we're excited to offer a range of amazing tours departing in 2026, and available to book right now!
All of our tours include a dedicated, knowledgeable tour manager - so you will be in safe hands every step of the way. Plus, there's an extensive range of destinations and tour types to choose from.
Whether you're dreaming of a once-in-a-lifetime 2026 holiday or you're planning to tick a destination off your travel wish-list, now's the time to act. From incredible safaris in South Africa, to exciting trips to Borneo, avoid the last-minute rush and get ahead of the curve by booking your 2026 holidays today.
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On Safari in South Africa - Rhino West LodgeEnjoy a safari of a lifetime in South Africa with award-winning tour operator, Newmarket Holidays. Flights included. Book now for a trip of a lifetime!Small GroupWildlife & Safari+ 3 More
South Africa
- Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through the Kaingo and Welgevonden game reserves
- Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
- Partake in a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
- Flights included
10 days from £2,184 pp
was £2,569 pp
Dates Available
August 2025 - December 2027
Duration
10 days
Depart From
6 airports
Excursions & Visits
8 included
Meals
21 included
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New Zealand Odyssey – North to South IslandsNew Zealand
- Enjoy views of mountainous peaks and cascading waterfalls as you sail along the rich waterways of Milford Sound
- Take in Auckland’s bustling harbours and the scenic viewpoints overlooking its coast on a guided city tour
- Discover South Island’s pristine coastal vistas with a guided excursion into the popular Abel Tasman National Park
- Flights included
21 days from £7,151 pp
was £7,945 pp
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2027
Duration
21 days
Depart From
3 airports
Excursions & Visits
17 included
Meals
20 included
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Adriatic Discovery – Slovenia, Croatia & ItalySlovenia, Croatia, Italy
- Experience the wonders of magical Lake Bled, a scenic gem in the Slovenian Alps on an optional excursion
- Discover the Austro-Hungarian influences of port city Trieste with a guided tour around its major sights
- Immerse yourself in the Pula’s fascinating heritage sites and spend time amongst Rovinj’s glittering seafront
- Flights included
8 days from £1,427 pp
was £1,585 pp
Dates Available
April 2026 - October 2026
Duration
8 days
Depart From
13 airports
Excursions & Visits
6 included
Meals
14 included
NewNo Single Supplement
Delights of Croatia – Exclusively Solos 2026Croatia
- Explore the island town of Trogir, the most preserved medieval town in central Europe
- Take in the magnificent Roman landmarks of historic Split
- Marvel at the age-old walls and medieval old town of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik, the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’
- Flights included
8 days from £1,593 pp
was £1,769 pp
Dates Available
April 2026 - October 2026
Duration
8 days
Depart From
3 airports
Excursions & Visits
5 included
Meals
15 included
New
Motown, Rock 'n' Roll & Niagara FallsUnited States of America, Canada
- Head to Detroit, the birthplace of Motown, and embrace the soulful rhythms of Hitsville USA
- Learn about the lives of modern music’s biggest stars with a visit to Cleveland’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame
- Marvel at Niagara Falls, one of North America’s most recognisable natural wonders on foot or from above during an optional helicopter ride
- Flights included
9 days from £2,147 pp
was £2,385 pp
Dates Available
September 2026 - November 2027
Duration
9 days
Depart From
5 airports
Excursions & Visits
3 included
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Little Trains of the DouroPortugal
- Journey on the historic Douro Historical steam train through the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley
- Visit Viana do Castelo, a picturesque coastal town and ride the Santa Luzia Elevator, Portugal’s longest funicular
- Set off on a scenic journey aboard the MiraDouro train from Porto to Régua, an authentic vintage railway experience
- Flights included
8 days from £1,404 pp
was £1,559 pp
Dates Available
June 2026 - October 2026
Duration
8 days
Depart From
14 airports
Excursions & Visits
6 included
Meals
14 included
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The French & Italian RivierasFrance, Italy
- Visit Nice where you’ll see the Palais de Justice, Opéra de Nice, and the Russian Orthodox Cathedral
- Visit Antibes, where you can see the Picasso Museum and the historic centre
- Experience Genoa on an optional excursion with its medieval landmarks like Piazza San Matteo, Palazzo Ducale, and San Lorenzo Cathedral
- Flights included
8 days from £1,274 pp
was £1,415 pp
Dates Available
April 2026 - September 2026
Duration
8 days
Depart From
7 airports
Excursions & Visits
5 included
Meals
14 included
UP TO 15% OFF
Borneo's Orangutans and Rainforest AdventureSee orangutans, sun bears and more on this guided tour in Borneo. Includes flights and hotels. ATOL protected. Speak with our experts and book your tour today.Best SellingSmall Group+ 3 More
Borneo, Malaysia
- Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bear Conservation Centre
- Spend an unforgettable day at the Rainforest Discovery Centre
- Wildlife cruises on the Kinabatangan River and oxbow lakes and a stay in a jungle lodge
- Flights included
13 days from £2,779 pp
was £3,269 pp
Dates Available
September 2025 - November 2027
Duration
13 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions & Visits
9 included
Meals
20 included
UP TO 15% OFF
On Safari in South Africa - Rhino East LodgeEmbark on a safari adventure with Newmarket Holidays in South Africa. Stay at Rhino East Lodge and spot incredible wildlife in their natural habitat.Small GroupExclusive+ 3 More
South Africa
- Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through the Welgevonden and Kaingo game reserves
- Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
- Partake in a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
- Flights included
10 days from £2,210 pp
was £2,599 pp
Dates Available
March 2026 - December 2027
Duration
10 days
Depart From
6 airports
Excursions & Visits
8 included
Meals
21 included
UP TO 15% OFF
India's Golden Triangle, Shimla and Amritsar's Golden Temple14-day holiday of India. Visit the Taj Mahal, two safaris in Ranthambhore National Park & two nights in Shimla in the Himalayan foothills. Book today!Best SellingRail+ 4 More
India
- Discover the historical delights of Delhi and explore the city on a rickshaw
- Witness the special Palki ceremony at Amritsar’s Golden Temple
- Explore Jaipur’s City Palace, the Jantar Mantar observatory and the ‘Palace of Winds’
- Flights included
18 days from £2,631 pp
was £3,095 pp
Dates Available
October 2025 - November 2027
Duration
18 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions & Visits
16 included
Meals
37 included
UP TO 15% OFF
Elvis Presley's Memphis, New Orleans and NashvilleExplore Elvis Presley's Memphis, New Orleans and Nashville on this American holiday, which includes visits to Tupelo, Graceland and Beale Street.Best SellingMusic & Film+ 4 More
United States of America
- The atmosphere of New Orleans' famous French Quarter
- Two nights in Memphis, staying at The Guest House at Graceland, right next to Elvis's famous mansion
- Beale Street in Memphis, the "Home of the Blues"
- Flights included
9 days from £2,040 pp
was £2,399 pp
Dates Available
September 2025 - December 2027
Duration
9 days
Depart From
3 airports
Excursions & Visits
3 included
Galway, Connemara and Ireland's Stunning WestExplore Ireland's beautiful west coast with Newmarket Holidays. Visit Galway, Connemara, and the stunning Cliffs of Moher. Book now with confidence.Fly LocalScenery & Nature
Ireland
- See the towering Cliffs of Moher and the lunar-like landscape of the Burren
- Visit vibrant, colourful Galway City
- Enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Killary Fjord
- Flights included
6 days from £977 pp
was £1,085 pp
Dates Available
August 2025 - September 2026
Duration
6 days
Depart From
5 airports
Excursions & Visits
6 included
Meals
10 included
Classic Albania - Land of the EagleUncover the highlights of Albania on this escorted tour through some of its most fascinating cities.Fly LocalBeach & Coast+ 2 More
Albania
- Discover the post-communist capital, Tirana, and its colourful past with a guided tour of its most historic landmarks
- Explore authentic Albanian traditions with tours of coastal Vlorë and Berat, the ‘city of a thousand windows’
- Walk in the steps of Albania’s national hero with visits to the Skanderbeg Museum, Krujë castle and historic Shkodër
- Flights included
8 days from £1,134 pp
was £1,259 pp
Dates Available
September 2025 - October 2026
Duration
8 days
Depart From
4 airports
Excursions & Visits
19 included
Meals
7 included
Swiss Alpine Glories and the GoldenPass TrainExplore the Swiss Alps on this escorted tour that includes visits to the Bernese Oberland, Bern and Gruyeres, and ride the GoldenPass TrainSolo TravellersRail+ 2 More
Switzerland
- Discover medieval gem and cheese-making village Gruyères
- Ride the spectacular GoldenPass Train to and from Montreux, with free time to explore the city, located on the shores of Lake Geneva
- Set off on the GoldenPass Express Train to Interlaken, take a coach to Grindlelwald and return to Chateau d'Oex
- Flights included
8 days from £1,343 pp
was £1,579 pp
Dates Available
September 2025 - October 2026
Duration
8 days
Depart From
6 airports
Excursions & Visits
5 included
Meals
12 included
No Single Supplement
Croatia's Istrian Riviera and Lake BledCroatia, Slovenia
- Witness the waterfalls and breathtaking scenery in Plitvice National Park
- Explore the pretty fishing port of Rovinj
- Seek out the remarkable Lim Fjord, the one-time hideaway of Captain Morgan
- Flights included
8 days from £1,249 pp
was £1,469 pp
Dates Available
September 2025 - October 2026
Duration
8 days
Depart From
5 airports
Excursions & Visits
3 included
Meals
14 included
UP TO 15% OFF
India - Tigers and the Taj MahalExplore Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, visit the Taj Mahal, and go on safari at Ranthambhore National Park in search of tigers on this action-packed holiday.Best SellingWildlife & Safari+ 4 More
India
- The magical sight of the Taj Mahal at sunrise and a guided tour
- The historic Red Fort, the India Gate war memorial and the magnificent Humayun's Tomb
- A guided tour of Agra, India's city of love
- Flights included
11 days from £1,521 pp
was £1,789 pp
Dates Available
October 2025 - December 2027
Duration
11 days
Depart From
5 airports
Excursions & Visits
12 included
Meals
22 included
UP TO 15% OFF
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Southern California, Vegas & the Grand CanyonUnited States of America
- Discover Santa Monica with its famous pier, lively boardwalks, and Art Deco architecture
- Journey through the Mojave Desert overlooked by the Sierra Nevada mountains
- Enjoy a day at leisure in Las Vegas, exploring ‘The Strip’, packed with famous casinos and world-class entertainment
- Flights included
11 days from £2,210 pp
was £2,599 pp
Dates Available
April 2026 - November 2027
Duration
11 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions & Visits
6 included
Kerala and India's Beautiful SouthDiscover the best of Kerala and South India on our escorted tour. Flights included. ATOL protected.RailScenery & Nature+ 1 More
India
- Cruise through Alleppey’s verdant backwaters on a traditional thatched houseboat
- Marvel at the Chinese fishing nets along Kochi’s harbour
- Take in the garden city of Bangalore and explore the elegant Summer Palace, a former residence of Mysorean ruler Tipu Sultan
- Flights included
18 days from £2,282 pp
was £2,535 pp
Dates Available
October 2025 - November 2027
Duration
18 days
Depart From
3 airports
Excursions & Visits
14 included
Meals
32 included
UP TO 15% OFF
New England in the FallTake a colourful journey from Manhattan Island to Boston and see the beautiful foliage of New England on this escorted holiday in the fall season.Best SellingIconic Landmarks+ 2 More
United States of America
- A drive along the glorious Kancamagus Highway
- The delights of coastal Maine, including Portland and exclusive Kennebunkport
- Explore New York, the world’s most exciting city
- Flights included
9 days from £2,036 pp
was £2,395 pp
Dates Available
September 2025 - October 2027
Duration
9 days
Depart From
2 airports
Excursions & Visits
8 included
New
Uzbekistan - Ancient Cities of the Silk RoadUzbekistan
- Discover Samarkand’s Timurid past with guided tours of its famed monuments
- Witness Uzbekistan’s diverse natural beauty, from its rugged alpine landscapes and river valleys to the expansive ‘red deserts’
- Delve into the history of the Great Silk Road with stops in UNESCO-listed Bukhara, a major hub of Islamic culture, and Khiva
- Flights included
11 days from £2,416 pp
was £3,019 pp
Dates Available
September 2025 - November 2027
Duration
11 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions & Visits
12 included
Meals
21 included
Sri Lanka - Temples, Safari and BeachDiscover and experience our escorted Sri Lanka - Temples, Safari and Beach tour. Speak with our experts and book your Newmarket Holidays tour today.Small GroupRail+ 5 More
Sri Lanka
- Discover the charms of Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo
- Venture into Yala National Park on a half-day game drive in search of wildlife
- Lounge along the shores of the Indian Ocean at a five-star resort in Beruwala
- Flights included
14 days from £2,727 pp
was £3,029 pp
Dates Available
November 2025 - November 2027
Duration
14 days
Depart From
2 airports
Excursions & Visits
11 included
Meals
22 included
No Single Supplement
India's Golden Triangle, Tigers and Amritsar’s Golden Temple - Exclusively SolosIndia
- Witness the Palki Ceremony at the Golden Temple and learn about the Sikh religion
- Discover the rich history of Jaipur during a city tour, covering the famed Hawa Mahal and City Palace
- Embark on safaris into Ranthambhore National Park, offering a rare opportunity to see animals up close
- Flights included
13 days from £2,579 pp
was £2,865 pp
Dates Available
November 2025 - November 2027
Duration
13 days
Depart From
4 airports
Excursions & Visits
14 included
Meals
25 included
India - Tigers, the Taj Mahal and Goa BeachA well-balanced combination of the cities of the Golden Triangle, the tiger-rich wilderness of Ranthambore, and the tranquil coastline of Goa. Book today!City / CentralBeach & Coast+ 3 More
India
- View the Taj Mahal from across the Yamnua River and visit Chand Baori Stepwell in Abhaneri, one of the biggest stepwells in the world
- On a guided tour, see the famed monument of love, the UNESCO-listed Taj Mahal
- Journey on morning and afternoon safaris in search of tigers in Ranthambore National Park
- Flights included
13 days from £2,700 pp
was £2,999 pp
Dates Available
January 2026 - November 2027
Duration
13 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions & Visits
10 included
Meals
23 included
No Single Supplement
On Safari in Botswana - Chobe National ParkBotswana, Zimbabwe
- Experience morning and afternoon game drives in the Chobe National Park, home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa
- Embrace the comfort and service of a timeless safari lodge set right on the banks of the Chobe River
- Set off on a sunset cruise down the Chobe River aboard a double-decker boat with a drink in hand
- Flights included
10 days from £3,600 pp
was £3,999 pp
Dates Available
October 2025 - November 2027
Duration
10 days
Depart From
2 airports
Excursions & Visits
8 included
Meals
21 included
New
Indonesia - Bali & BeyondIndonesia
- Take in Java’s memorable scenery with a drive around Tumpang’s dramatic waterfalls and dense jungle stretches
- Watch Mount Bromo transform in the different light, with scenic Jeep drives at sunrise and sunset around its spectacular volcanic landscapes
- Marvel at the Borobudur Temple, the largest Buddhist religious site in the world, and visit the nearby village of Candirejo
- Flights included
16 days from £3,303 pp
was £3,669 pp
Dates Available
October 2025 - October 2027
Duration
16 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions & Visits
14 included
Meals
19 included
On Safari in South Africa - Luxury Safari Plains - Premier CollectionEnjoy a luxury safari in South Africa’s stunning landscapes with Newmarket Holidays, featuring game drives, high teas, and elegant safari comforts. Book today!Premier CollectionSmall Group+ 1 More
South Africa
- Track the ‘Big Five’ with six game drives in a reserve in the UNESCO-listed Waterberg Biosphere – home to diverse local wildlife
- Unwind in the unparalleled luxury of Safari Plain’s five-star tented camp, within the Mabula Game Reserve
- Enjoy expert insight in the company of one of the reserve’s resident wildlife specialists with an introductory wildlife talk
- Flights included
10 days from £3,056 pp
was £3,395 pp
Dates Available
December 2025 - December 2027
Duration
10 days
Depart From
5 airports
Excursions & Visits
10 included
Meals
36 included
Brazil and ArgentinaDiscover and experience our escorted Brazil and Argentina tour. Speak with our experts and book your Newmarket Holidays tour today.City / CentralIconic Landmarks+ 2 More
Brazil, Argentina, Buenos Aires
- Immerse yourself in the local culture with an included drink at a traditional carioca bar
- Take in the views from Sugarloaf Mountain
- Discover the Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the Seven Wonders of the New World
- Flights included
11 days from £3,330 pp
was £3,699 pp
Dates Available
February 2026 - November 2027
Duration
11 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions & Visits
6 included
Meals
11 included
Ultimate Safari - Botswana, Victoria Falls & Zimbabwe - Premier CollectionWitness the African wilderness at its most dramatic with a small-group safari adventure across the continent’s southern stretches. Book your holidays today!Premier CollectionSmall Group+ 1 More
Botswana, Zimbabwe
- Track the elusive ‘Big Five’ with six small-group game drives across three national parks
- Catch your breath on Victoria Falls’ most impressive vistas with a scenic excursion to one of the seven wonders of the world
- Marvel at the wonder of Edwardian engineering with an interactive visit to Victoria Falls Bridge
- Flights included
14 days from £4,950 pp
was £5,499 pp
Dates Available
January 2026 - November 2027
Duration
14 days
Depart From
2 airports
Excursions & Visits
15 included
Meals
24 included
New
Ancient Greece Uncovered with Aegean Islands' CruiseGreece, Turkey
- Soak up Santorini’s idyllic vineyard-laden vistas on an evening’s visit and perhaps sample a few of the local labels
- Wander around the site of Olympia, the historic birthplace of the Olympic Games
- Witness the treasures of the Cretan capital, Heraklion, and visit the magnificent Palace of Knossos, the fabled home of the minotaur
- Flights included
12 days from £2,430 pp
was £2,699 pp
Dates Available
April 2026 - October 2026
Duration
12 days
Depart From
14 airports
Excursions & Visits
9 included
Meals
20 included
New
South American Explorer with Amazon Extension 2026Brazil, Argentina, Peru
- Take in the views from Sugarloaf Mountain
- Enjoy an unforgettable day at UNESCO-listed treasure Machu Picchu
- Explore both the Brazlian and Argentinian sides of the UNESCO-listed Iguazú Falls National Park
- Flights included
27 days from £8,419 pp
was £9,354 pp
Dates Available
February 2026 - November 2026
Duration
27 days
Depart From
1 airport
Excursions & Visits
28 included
Meals
38 included
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