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Excellence doesn’t go unnoticed. For decades we have won accolades for our carefully planned, exquisitely curated, expertly guided, small group tours, as well as our bespoke, tailormade travel service, both of which explore the world’s most culturally invigorating destinations.

265+

Years in travel

1758

Founded

100+

Destinations

Excellent

Trustpilot rating

Cox & Kings’ plaudits are as varied as our range of destinations. Over the years we have won praise for our luxury credentials, our cultural and fine-art knowledge, our respect for the natural environment, and detailed approach towards travelling in almost every continent.

Favourite tour operator: Culture & Heritage at Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards.

In 2025, we were the winner in the Best Small Travel Company: Arts & Culture category at the British Travel Awards.

Best Small Travel Company to Caribbean/Central America at the British Travel Awards 2025.

Awards

A brief history of our best prizes

The British Travel Awards 2025

Winner – Best Small Travel Company: Arts & Culture
Silver – Best Small Travel Company: Central America/Caribbean
Bronze – Best Small Travel Company: Far East/Central Asia
Bronze – Best Small Travel Company: Southern Asia
Bronze – Best Small Travel Company: South America
Bronze – Best Small Travel Company: Middle East/North Africa

Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards

Silver – Favourite tour operator: Culture & Heritage

British Travel Awards 2024

Silver - Best Small Travel Company to Middle East/North Africa
Silver - Best Small Travel Company to Caribbean/Central America
Silver - Best Small Travel Company to the Far East/Central Asia
Silver - Best Small Travel Company to Southern Asia
Silver - Best Small Travel Company for Tailor-Made Holidays
Silver - Best Small Travel Company for Arts & Culture Holidays
Bronze - Best Small Travel Company to South America

COME WITH US

Centuries of experience

Heritage, trust & expertise

Cox & Kings – the world’s oldest travel company – helps curious travellers go beyond the obvious to discover the world more deeply, curating enriching and immersive journeys built on a heritage of trust and expertise.

Global, personal support

A real, well-informed person is online, on the phone and on the ground, at home and in your destination, around the clock. Our knowledgeable teams aid and guide you whenever you require it. Whatever you need, we’re waiting.

Unparalleled peace of mind

With offices and trusted partners in over 100 countries, your journey remains secure and expertly managed, with local guides, well-connected bureaus and around-the-clock assistance.

Award winning, rated & fêted

We’ve served Mahatma Gandhi and Winston Churchill, won numerous awards and accolades, and today maintain an ‘excellent’ rating on Trustpilot.