Small group adventure specialist, Imaginative Traveller and its sister company, Dragoman, the world's leading overland adventure company, have created a new division, Imaginative Adventures, specialising in quality, unusual and exciting bespoke itineraries around the world.

Imaginative Adventures offers sample itineraries (although, with tailor-made travel, the possibilities are endless) to over 42 countries in Central, South East Asia and the Far East, India and the Sub Continent, South and Central America, East and Southern Africa, North Africa and the Middle East and Europe. Destinations include well-loved favourites such as Morocco, India and Thailand as well as more unusual places like Oman, Ethiopia, Burma and Georgia.

Trip types include 'Active', 'Historical', 'Honeymoon' and 'Wildlife' and, depending on the destination and itinerary, are accompanied by a driver and the services of specialist local, English speaking guides. Travellers can also choose between character-ful guesthouses and homestays, mid-range guesthouses and hotels and luxury accommodation.

Imaginative Adventures has also created a page on seasonal suggestions, advising customers on the best places to travel during each month of the calendar year.

"Tailor-made travel is one of the fastest growing trends in the travel market," says Jim O'Brien, Head of Operations, who, with over 15 years travel industry experience and having visited and lead trips in 92 countries is ideally placed to head up the new division.  "Travellers are now much more confident and internet savvy about where they want to go and what they want to do. Whilst we can offer recommendations as to what can be included in each destination, Imaginative Adventures provides that bridge between an informed customer and our 50  plus years of specialist, on-the-ground-knowledge to create a package that's tailor-made to each party's specific requirements," he says.

"The creation of Imaginative Adventures marks a significant broadening of our travel offering," continues Jim.

For more information or to view sample itineraries, please  T. 01728 880 030 visit imaginative-adventures.com 

Imaginative Adventures are AITO, ATOL and ABTOT bonded.

Imaginative Adventures has compiled its favourite itineraries for the coming months, below. Trips are land content only, although flights, transfers and more can be arranged on request.

Best trips for June / July / August 2015

June

Andean Explorer, 11 days from £1,990 per person based on two people sharing, ex flights

Highlights: Andes, Salta, Humuhuaca Gorge, Bolivian Salt Flats, Atacama Desert

The Andes are the world's longest chain of mountains, stretching from the northern tip of South America down to Patagonia. This two week trip uncovers some of the most breathtaking scenery in the continent, taking you through traditional villages in Argentina on your way to the vast salt flats of Salar de Uyuni, a photographer's delight. Stop to explore geysers and volcanoes, and continue to the deserts of the Atacama in Chile, the world's driest place where rain almost never falls. Throughout your trip the landscapes are ever changing, a testament to the diversity of this amazing region. A stunning journey through the Andes.

July

Slovenia Revealed 7 days from £1,275 per person based on two people sharing, ex flights.

Highlights: Maribor, Lakes Bled and Bohinj, traditional farmstay, local wine tasting at Skojan, Piran

The small country of Slovenia is home to an astonishing diversity of attractions, from vast limestone caves to picturesque coastal towns, and dramatic Alpine scenery, and this short trip allows you to discover some of its many charms. Visit the gorgeous lakes of Bled and Bohinj, and travel through breathtaking scenery on your way to a traditional farmstay – one of the best ways of experiencing the old customs of Slovenia. Explore the cavern of Skocjan and taste local wines before heading to the Mediterranean coast and the atmospheric town of Piran and Portoroz. In the east of the country lie Maribor and Ptuj, two of the oldest cites and packed full of delightful architecture and winding streets to explore. With imposing fortresses, historic churches and gentle rural traditions, Slovenia is a hidden gem and deserves to be far better known than it is, but for now enjoy the feeling of discovering your own European treasure.

August

Iceland Explored - Self Drive, 10 days from £1,150 per person based on two people sharing, ex flights

Highlights: Golden Circle,  Lake Mývatn , Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Just a short flight from London, Iceland is Europe's last great wilderness, a dramatic landscape of raging waterfalls, glacial lagoons and volcanic fissures that set the heart racing. Iceland is also blessed with a great road network and a good selection of hotels and guesthouses, making it the perfect place to explore on a self drive trip. Our suggested itinerary below takes you all around the island, past ancient Viking sites, remote villages and some of the best scenery you're ever likely to see, and gives you the freedom to stop and linger at your favourite places.