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New Scientist regularly reports on the many amazing sites worldwide, that have changed the way we think about the dawn of species and civilisations. Why not visit them yourself?

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Ancient caves, human origins: Northern Spain

Step into the past to see how our ancestors lived, tour a cave by torchlight and see ancient cave art, plus enjoy wines, expert talks and picturesque towns. 

18 June and 10 September 2024

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Dinosaur hunting in the Gobi desert: Mongolia - 1 place remaining

Join a unique expedition to seek dinosaur remains in the beautiful wilderness of the Gobi desert with experts from the Mongolian Institute for Palaeontology.

27 August 2024

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Megalithic Malta: Temples, fortifications and archaeology

Discover 7000 years of history including exceptional archaeological sites, mysterious temples, beautiful coastlines, fishing villages and architecture. 

11 November 2024

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Behind the ropes: Archaeology at Mycenae: Greece

A unique tour of key Mycenaean sites including a "behind the ropes" experience learning how to explore and excavate with archaeologists. 

10 October 2024

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Neanderthal origins and ancient caves: Southern France - 1 place remaining

Journey back in time to key Neanderthal sites in southern France and see some of the oldest stone tools, art objects and cave paintings left by archaic humans.

8 June and 21 September 2024

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Nemrut Mountain, the most beautiful sunset in the world - Adiyaman, Turkey

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Human origins: Neolithic and Bronze age Turkey

Journey back to the dawn of civilisation at sites in Turkey including Çatalhöyük, the first known city, Göbekli Tepe temple and the underground city at Kaymakli.

12 and 14 September 2024

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Machu Picchu and the science of the Inca: Peru

Immerse yourself in the Inca civilisation’s science, history and most important archaeological sites, including Machu Picchu. Accompanied by anthropologist and Emmy award-winning director and producer, Peter Getzels and Professor of Anthropology, Dr Jean-Jacques Decoster.

17 September 2024

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Human origins in prehistoric south-west England

A walking tour to immerse yourself in Neolithic, Bronze Age and Iron Age Wiltshire and Dorset, including Cerne Abbas, Avebury and Stonehenge.

15 July 2024

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The archaeological wonders of Jordan

Explore archaeological sites from many different periods including the amazing Petra. Plus geology in Wadi Rum and float in the Dead Sea.

30 September 2024

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