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Hike Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Mt Ruapehu in Winter to enjoy the incredible Tongariroas as tranquil and unhurried as it used to be. The world-renowned Tongariro Alpine Crossing through Tongariro National Park will enthrall you with its snow and ice blanketed landscapes as well as amazing lakes and craters. Classed as one of 'New Zealand's Great Walks' and New Zealand’s best day walk, you'll walk into a spectacular snow-white wonderland.
This is a fully guided and all-inclusive 2-day walking tour, hosted by specialist winter guides. Your small group (maximum 10) will walk 6 - 8 hours each day. You will only need to carry a day pack allowing more flexibility to immerse yourself in the dramatic alpine and volcanic landscapes.
At the end of each day you will return to your accommodation, Chateau Tongariro Hotel, a 4-star historic hotel set spectacularly against Mt Ruapehu, in the heart of the National Park where you will enjoy great New Zealand food each evening.
Your tour includes 1 night's accommodation, all meals, expert guides with exceptional knowledge, all equipment required, and return group transfers to/from multiple locations (Please see the itinerary for the detailed pickup and dropoff location list).
No alpine experience is required. You'll be provided all winter hiking gear (ice axe, crampons and helmet). The expert alpine guides are with you the whole way to teach, and instruct you in the correct management and safe procedures.
Witness the incredible power of nature at close range, and you will soon agree 'The Classic Tongariro Alpine Crossing & Mt Ruapehu Hike' is New Zealand's greatest walking journey.
Departure Dates:
Departure daily from 1 May to 30 September on request. Weather dependent. You can book online or contact us for booking.
Dates or itinerary don't fit? We are specialising in bespoke "tailor-made" luxury or private journeys. Please contact us for a "tailor-made" itinerary for your perfect adventure.
This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points.
The world-renowned Tongariro Alpine Crossing through Tongariro National Park will enthral you with its rich cultural identity and dramatic natural scenery. Classed as one of 'New Zealand's Great Walks' and New Zealand’s best day walk, this 2-day hike amidst the incredible Tongariro volcanoes is an experience not to be missed. Encounter up close old lava flows, active craters and volcanic peaks on New Zealand's greatest walking journey.
This is a fully guided and all-inclusive 2-day walking tour, hosted by experienced local guides. Your small group (maximum 10) will walk 6 - 8 hours each day. You will only need to carry a day pack allowing more flexibility to immerse yourself in the dramatic alpine and volcanic landscapes.
At the end of each day you will return to your accommodation Powderhorn Chateau at the doorstep of the spectacular Tongariro National Park.
Your tour includes 1 night's accommodation, all meals, expert guides with exceptional knowledge, all equipment required, and return group transfers to/from multiple locations (Please see the itinerary for the detailed pickup and drop-off location list).
No alpine experience is required.
Departure Dates
Departure daily all year round on request. Summer & Winter Walk seasons are both available. You can book online or contact us for booking.
Venture on an unforgettable adventure to South Australia's remote Kangaroo Island and be among the first to experience the new and exclusive four-day guided walk. Carrying only a daypack, explore the island's pristine wilderness by day, and return each evening to the private and newly resorted Cape du Couedic Lightkeeper Cottages nestled in the heart of Flinders Chase National Park. Enjoy chef-inspired meals paired with local beer and wine while immersing yourself in the wild beauty of towering sea cliffs and breathtaking sunsets, finding peace in this serene wilderness.
Begin your adventure in Adelaide, setting sail on a thrilling ferry ride to the rugged beauty of Kangaroo Island. Your journey starts with a 3-hour hike along the Black Swamp and Platypus Waterholes Trails, winding through scrubland and tracing the picturesque Rocky River. Traverse the ethereal eucalypt forest on the Lagoon Trail, where sunlight dances through the leaves, leading you to the awe-inspiring Maupertuis Bay beach. Hear tales of shipwrecks that add a haunting charm to the striking coastal scenery. Capture the magic of the Remarkable Rocks, colossal granite sculptures shaped by the forces of nature. Explore the mystical limestone caves at Kelly Hill Conservation Park, a sanctuary for endangered species. Your journey culminates with a serene visit to Hanson Bay Beach before heading back to Adelaide, enriched by the island’s natural wonders.
The package includes 3 nights' accommodation in the unique heritage and private Cape du Couedic Lightkeeper Cottages on a twin share basis. This private accommodation is nestled within the Flinders Chase National Park where meals are chef-crafted paired with local brews and wines. Meals and transfers are included as specified. Walk in the comfort of just a daypack and 2 qualified guides who will bring the trail to life.
On Kangaroo Island, every day sets a new tone for adventure, every moment ignites your curiosity, and every second offers a life-changing opportunity. Leave your comfort behind and ferry to this secluded island for four satisfying days where untold encounters await and hiking tales keep you on your toes.
Create a special connection with nature on an adventure to beautiful Scotland’s Highlands. Deepen your love for the thrill as you meander along exceptional trails on gorgeous terrains and encounter sublime marine life on this 6-day walking exploit venturing from Inverness to the Isle of the Skye.
Your journey begins in Inverness. Traverse the secluded and untamed Northwest Highlands in the awe-inspiring Wester Ross. Catch a view of wild pines and the blue waters of Loch Torridon. Climb mountain Glen to see the hidden lake behind the famed massif Beinn Eighe. Take an old hunters' tracking path toward Loch an Eoin, with Maol Chean-Dearg's peak reflecting in its waters. Hike a section of the 320-kilometre-long (200-mile-long) wild Cape Wrath Trail. On the Isle of Skye, enjoy gorgeous panoramas of the Cuillin Mountains and Portree Bay. Take in the striking ridgeline marked by plummeting cliffs, green plateaus, and rugged peaks on the Trotternish peninsula. Pass bumpy summits and climb along Quiraing. Settle in for a delectable local meal and musical performance. Tour the Duncraig Castle in the scenic village of Plockton. Walk through the towns of Achaidh na h-Inch and Achnandarach, and soak in views back to the Isle of Skye. Traverse the sparkling shores of Loch Breac an Eich and Loch Achaidh na h-Inch. Get some rest at our riverside hotel and trek across a footbridge to a flourishing island. Cap off this amazing adventure with an exploration of the romantic fairytale 15th-century Cawdor Castle and its charming garden before saying your goodbyes.
This luxury package includes 5 nights’ accommodations in luxury hotels on a twin-share basis. All meals and transfers are included as specified. You will be escorted by two support vans and three tour leaders on each departure for an average 6:1 guest-to-leader ratio. With multiple walking options to choose from each day, accommodation varied activity levels and giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region at your own pace. An experience tailored to suit your priorities and personal style; walk in true comfort.
Let yourself be spell bounded by Scotland’s mystical beauty traversing unfamiliar but captivating landscapes, encountering postcard-perfect views and uncovering its culture along the way.
Discover the best of the Margaret River’s walks and wine with this 6-day, luxury, self-drive package that includes Rottnest Island, the Margaret River wine region and the iconic Cape to Cape Track.
Starting in Perth, take a scenic ferry over to Rottnest Island for a full day of fun and adventure. Jet off on a thrilling 90-minute loop of the island aboard the Eco Express adventure boat, hugging tight to the rugged coastline and keeping an eye out for New Zealand fur seals and majestic humpback whales. You’ll spend the rest of the day exploring the island by bike, discovering beautiful bays and beaches and, if you’re lucky, getting a selfie with the island’s happiest residents: the quokkas!
Head south to the Margaret River wine region and watch as the city and suburbia transform into rolling hills and vines. You’ll spend the next two days immersed in the boundless natural beauty of the region’s longest and most famous track: The Cape to Cape. Your private guide will show you the best parts of the 140-kilometre track including magnificent beaches and striking clifftops as well as native bushland that is ablaze with a rainbow of wildflowers in spring. Along the way, your guide will provide expert insider knowledge as well as two sumptuous picnic lunches.
No visit to the Margaret River wine region is complete without a visit to the wineries themselves. Travel beyond the Cellar Door at Voyager Estate, one of Australia’s most ambitious and innovative producers of world class Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. Learn the secrets behind Voyager’s distinctive style on a guided tour of the vineyards and winery and sample wine straight from the barrel as well as a selection of celebrated Margaret River varietals. Complete the experience with a sumptuous, wine-paired 4-course lunch, curtesy of Voyager’s acclaimed Head Chef.
This 6-day self-drive itinerary includes 5-nights’ in 5-star luxury accommodation: 2-nights at COMO the Treasury in Perth and 3-nights at Cape Lodge in the heart of the Margaret River wine region. Throughout your journey, you’ll be treated to some of the best food and wine Western Australia has to offer as well as a range of handpicked, boutique experiences designed to capture the essence of this special part of the world.
Combine the best of Western Australia’s walks and wine with this 6-day, luxury, self-drive tour that is perfect for adventurous couples who enjoy the finer things in life.
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Explore one of the world’s most breathtaking regions on this incredible 4-day experience. Discover Freycinet Peninsula and Maria Island on foot. To reach each spectacular location, you will sail aboard a 23 metre luxury ketch, Lady Eugenie. Each morning, you'll gain a unique perspective of the coastline from on board, before exploring the area on foot.
You begin your journey in Hobart, here you will be transferred to the fishing port town of Triabunna where you will board a 23 metre luxury yacht, your base for the next 4 days, and set sail across the Mercury Passage for Maria Island, home of the World Heritage-listed convict site of Darlington. Once populated with prisoners, it is now home to an array of architectural relics and abundant wildlife. Take in the sights such as the Bishop & Clerk Peaks, Fossil Bay and admire views toward Schouten Island and Freycinet Peninsula. For those wanting a more relaxed adventure, you can visit the beautiful sandstone patterns and structures of the Painted Cliffs. You will also learn more about the island’s unique Aboriginal, convict and industrial histories whilst exploring the Darlington precinct. During this 4-day adventure you’ll visit Schouten Island, traverse Tasmanian Blue Gum forests, admire native wildflowers in grass fields, marvel at the incredible pink granite Hazards Mountains and take in the striking and iconic splendor of Wineglass Bay. This highly adaptable itinerary has been designed to suit walkers of every ability and level of fitness. You’ll be lulled to sleep by the gentle ocean waves each night on board the Lady Eugenie. Lady Eugenie's spacious decks are the perfect setting for relaxing whilst taking in the stunning scenery of Tasmania's east coast. During the evening, you can dine on delicious meals made from local produce in the comfortable saloon before retiring to your private cabin.
This luxury package includes return transfers from/to Hobart, all nights aboard the 'Lady Eugenie' on a twin share basis and all meals as well as a National Park pass, backpack and weather proof jacket for the duration of the walk and two qualified guides and a skipper for the duration of the walk.
The ideal combination of exertion and relaxation is yours to enjoy on this incredible 4-day escape. Explore the rugged beauty of Tasmania’s East Coast from land and sea and take home lifelong memories of this spellbinding part of Australia.
Unravel the splendid natural endowments of three Central Asian countries, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan, on a 14 days Silk Road cultural walk. Unearth the best of the Silk Road as you savour light pace walks in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan to unveil its intriguing cities, culture and nature. Stay in a yurt camp and travel by train adding to this thrilling adventure to fully immerse in their culture.
The adventure starts at Bishkek, with a tour of the city's main sites such as the Ala To Suare. Visit the Ala-Archa National Park and hike to a waterfall or relax along the river. Onward to Chon-Kemin Gorge, stopping at a UNESCO-renowned minaret before arriving at Chon-Kemin National Park. Proceed to Issyk Kul Lake for eagle hunting, hiking, and lodging at a yurt camp. Walk on the Djety Oguz Gorge, head to Karakol City to see old Russian-style houses, and relish a local meal. Cross the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border and travel along picture-perfect valleys towards Charyn Canyon, before heading to Almaty for amazing discoveries. Head out of Almaty to Turgen Gorge and explore its scenic beauty, coupled with a picnic on a shady spot, before driving to Issyk alpine lake. Return to Almaty, the former Kazakhstan capital, for sightseeing and drive to a train station, bidding farewell to Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Travel via a sleeper train from Almaty to Tashkent, Uzbekistan, spending the night on the ride. Arrive in Tashkent and visit the old city and independence square if time permits. Catch a train to Samarkand, and tour the city. Proceed to Urgut to explore the Ulugbek Observatory and other historic places. A morning train to Bukhara starts a two-day exploration, which includes a tour of the Lyabi Khauz and Poi-Kalyan complexes, the Kalyan Mosque, and the Bukhara Miri-Arab. End your incredible adventure with a visit to the Samanid Mausoleum and the Ark in Bukhara.
This adventure includes 13 nights accommodation on a twin share basis including 10 nights in hotels, 1 night each in a sleeper train, guest house, and a yurt camp. For a truly immersive and traditional experience the yurt camp is based on 4 people sharing each yurt with shared toilets, sinks and showers outside. For more information on accommodation please refer to our ‘More Information’ section below. Meals, transport and activities are included as specified.
Experience life in the stunning yet unsung climes of Central Asia while creating memories, experiencing diverse cultures and savouring exotic meals on a less traveled route.
Encounter various forms, shapes and sizes of aesthetically pleasing glaciers, unique flora and fauna, and taste delightful cuisines and exquisite wines. Embark on exhilarating hikes, discovering the heights and depths of nature’s allure traversing Argentina’s Patagonia from lakes, peaks and glaciers on this 7-day walking adventure.
Your journey begins in El Calafate where you have to remember to catch your breath as you take a walk along boardwalks to see the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier. Delight your tastebuds with exceptional Argentine antiques including Malbec, Pinot Noir, and Torrontés. Be captivated by the majestic vistas of Estancia Cristina including a boat ride across Lake Argentino among icebergs and the famed Upsala Glacier. Navigate through lagoons filled with foods and black-neck swans before returning to El Calafate. Hike along the lakeside dunes of Lago Argentino, or choose to go for a horseback ride at Estancia Estela. Plunge into El Chaltén's remarkable Eco Domes giving you unparalleled vistas of Cerro Fitz Roy summits from your cosy home. Embark on a thrilling hike to Caligero Glacier from your dome doorstep in El Chaltén National Park, with direct access to majestic hikes, and stunning views of snowcapped Andes, draping glaciers, lenga forests and unique wildlife. Hike to magnificent sites of glacier-fed Lake and to stunning Laguna Capri. Cap off your magical adventure with a journey across the FitzRoy river to Lago Torre, feeding your sights with gorgeous panoramas before a scenic shuttle to El Calafate Airport.
Your walking package includes 6 nights’ accommodation in hotels on a twin-share basis. All luggage transfers will be provided. You will be escorted by two support vans and three tour leaders on each departure for an average 6:1 guest-to-leader ratio. With multiple walking options to choose from each day accommodating varied activity levels and giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region at your own pace. An experience tailored to suit your priorities and personal style; walk-in true comfort.
Capture postcard perfect views with your cameras and hearts, traverse gorgeous landscapes, meet new people and experience a different culture on this 7-day voyage.
Dates or itinerary don't fit? We are specialising in bespoke "tailor-made" luxury or private journeys to Red Centre. Please contact us for a "tailor-made" itinerary for your perfect adventure.
This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points
Route: Hiroshima - Miyajima Island - Hagi - Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park - Motonosumi Inari Shrine - Yamaguchi
A unique opportunity to explore Hiroshima and beyond. This hand crafted itinerary allows you to travel down the paths less travelled, and immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural beauty, amazing history, and enchanting culture of Japan. Paddle the Seto Inland Sea, stroll through the Hagi’s old Castle Town - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, venture into the Akiyoshido Cave - the largest and longest limestone cave in Japan, and visit Motonosumi Inari Shrine as seen on CNN news "Japan's 31 Most Beautiful Places". This is an ideal relaxing walking holiday for history buffs and nature lovers alike.
Your trip starts from Hiroshima, which is easily accessed by train or flight from all major cities in Japan. You will enjoy a guided walk to the summit of Misen Mountain on Miyajima Island, one of the most scenic spots in Japan, which has long been regarded as an Island of the Gods on the beautiful Seto Inland Sea. Your luxurious modern room on the island features the views of the five-story pagoda and Senjokaku of Itsukushima Shrine. At sunset, enjoy fantastic views of stone lanterns lighting up the ocean.
Day 2, you'll enjoy a full day guided kayaking experience by paddling the calming Seto Inland Sea and getting close to the big Torii, the gate of Itsukushima Shrine.
Then you'll ride in a private car to Honshu Island's western tip - Hagi town, a sheltered deltaic embayment on the Sea of Japan coastline in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Enjoy walking in the old castle town, hiking in Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park and visiting a Hagiyaki workshop to make your own pottery.
You’ll then visit Motonosumi Inari Shrine, famous for its 123 red torii gates leading up a cliff that overlooks the Japan Sea. Walk through the unique shrine, and take in the impressive view of the contrasting colours of the red torii gates, the blue sky and ocean and the surrounding greenery.
Enjoy a guided cycling tour exploring a rustic countryside that is blessed with lush greenery and a landscape dotted with farm houses and sprawling rice fields.
Enjoy the pampered comfort of luxury ryokans, and taste the freshest ingredients prepared exquisitely for you.
The package includes four day guided walking and kayaking activities, private transfers, luxury boutique accommodation and all meals.
Explore Hiroshima and beyond in style and comfort.
Departs daily on request
Price:
Group of 2 people: from $6,800 AUD per person, twin share
Group of 4 people: from $5,300 AUD per person, twin share
Group of 6 or more people: on request
Immerse yourself in the elegance of Canada’s easternmost edge and remote North Atlantic coastline as you explore the rugged landscapes and extraordinary seascapes of Newfoundland on this thrilling 6-day exploit from Trinity Bay to Fogo Island. Hike off-the-beaten-path trails through pristine island landscapes and retreat to one of the planet’s most extraordinary hotels.
Your journey starts at St. John’s, Newfoundland. Discover its hidden treasures from its off beaten trails, pristine island vistas and enchanting fishing villages. Be captivated by the stunning views of the variegated houses as you walk along the historic city, a magnificent view of the Wild North Atlantic awaits you as you make your way to the top of Signal Hill. Marvel at the beauty of one of the most beautiful towns in this region, Trinity. Feel the motion of the ocean as you ferry to the dazzling Fogo Island. Collect unforgettable wildlife encounters of the unique wildlife of this subarctic wilderness including puffins, caribou, razorbills, and beavers, and relish this rare North Atlantic experience. Celebrate the end of this adventure with a delicious, freshly cooked dinner by the sea and head back to St. John’s the next day.
Enjoy your time away from exploring at these stunning premiere hotels; embrace the fantastic ocean view at the Fishers' Loft Inn and enjoy the delightful garden-to-table dining with some of Newfoundland's best cuisines. Enjoy the two outdoor hot tubs or loosen up at the wood-fired sauna at the Fogo Island Inn.
This luxury trip comes with a 5 nights accommodation on a twin share basis. All meals and luggage transfers will be provided. You will be escorted by two support vans and three tour leaders on each departure for an average of 6:1guest-to-leader ratio. Leaving you with multiple hiking options to choose from each day accommodating varied activity levels and giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region at your own pace. An experience tailored to suit your priorities and personal style; walk in true comfort.
Escape to the edge and be left enthralled in this majestic world uncovering the off beaten and less traveled splendours of the North Atlantic.