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Immerse yourself on the wonderful Goldfields Track traversing picturesque country towns of Daylesford, Hepburn Springs and Castlemaine that teem with Victoria’s natural beauty. Discover natural mineral springs the region is renowned for and revel at relics of the gold mining era. Unwind each day at the impressive residence of a manor house.
Departing from Melbourne, journey through every-changing landscapes of flowing creeks and ridges of the Great Divide from the temperate forests. Embark on moderately graded walks traversing natural mineral springs, crossing rivers lined with ferns and discovering deep gullies covered with mine shafts, stone ruins and the relics of the gold rush 150 years ago. Delve deep into the Victorian goldrush exploring sensational towns including Fryertown and Vaughan once so rich in gold deposits and revel in abandoned mines. Along the way, encounter native wildlife of kangaroos, wallabies and birdlife. Your walk culminates as you conquer The Monk’s summit giving staggering cinematic views of surrounding mountains.
In between all the walking, be indulged by relaxation and in local delights the region is renowned for. Restore balance and find a new sense of wellbeing as you discover the beautiful spa towns of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs. Home to the largest concentration of mineral springs in Australia, immerse your body in its healing waters. Feel the curative effects of mineral wellness in a soothing spa bath at the region’s only historic bathhouse. Tantalize your tastebuds in a chocolate tasting affair and a cider tasting degustation experience, and marvel at art galleries and museums.
Your 4 days deluxe escape include 3 nights' accommodation at the distinguished Daylesford Manor House. Meals as specified are inclusive with morning tea, fruit and snacks provided each day out on the tracks. Unwind to delicious pre-dinner nibbles with new friends, while your guides create hearty two-course meals for dinner showcasing fresh wholesome produce. You are supported by knowledgeable guides and only need to carry a day pack for your comfort.
Find a new sense of wellbeing on your journey through the Daylesford Goldfields Track. Treat yourself to the perfect walking experience in spas and natural springs as you walk through enchanting forests and historic towns. A journey that will leave you rejuvenated.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points.
Challenge yourself to six of the toughest sections of the 223km Larapinta Trail on this adventurous guided trek for experienced hikers.
This camping based trek gets you close to the real action of the trail, where you are completely encapsulated by the rugged beauty of the Central Australian desert. This trek is designed to challenge both seasoned walkers and fitness enthusiast alike; asking you to dig deep to tackle the best 'gutsy' stages of the Larapinta. Carrying just a day‑pack you will walk up to 30kms each day, passing over remote ridges and canyons, whilst winding your way along the West MacDonnell Ranges.
All luggage and camping gear is transported by our professional support crew, freeing you to enjoy the diverse desert scenery, revel in the camaraderie of like‑minded travellers and focus on achieving your goal.
We can pick you up after you conclude the Larapinta Trail Walk and transfer to Kings Canyon / Uluru on a grand outback road trip.
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Curated for avid hikers, connect with enlightening spirits as you journey Japan's Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail, carefully selecting the best walks and accommodations along the route in Tokushima, Kagawa and Ehime. Embark on spiritual self-guided walks by day and experience an authentic pilgrimage journey, staying in traditional Minshuku, Ryokan, and Shukubo temple lodging offering delicious regional cuisine and natural hot springs. From dramatic scenery, ancient paths to awe inspiring history; escape to a truly quintessential Japanese experience on this 11 days Shikoku Pilgrimage Trail that will leave you enlightened.
Begin your spiritual journey in Osaka, where you’ll journey by express train to Kyoto city. Spend a day exploring the delights and natural wonders of Japan’s former capital boasting tranquil temples and gardens and traditional teahouses. From Day 3, you begin your ultimate pilgrimage journey beginning with a gentle introduction walk on Shikoku towards 3 of the most captivating temples on the entire trail. From Day 4-10, delve deeper into the ancient Shikoku trail with carefully selected sections of the best and most beautiful walks on the route. Over these days, you’ll hike to discover an array of Buddhist temples, climb the iconic ladder to Kōbō Daishi’s meditation spot and discover quaint villages including Tokushima Prefecture, small Onsen village of Kamiyama, old hot-spring town of Kotohira Spa, Imabari town and more. Your inspiring pilgrimage walk ends in the east of Ehime Prefecture traversing a rural area of Shikoku and the temples set in lovely natural settings. Your journey ends with a train back to Osaka with an overnight stay.
This adventure package includes 10 nights’ accommodation on a twin share basis. All accommodations on your spiritual journey have been handpicked to reflect and fit the authenticity of your pilgrimage; deepen the transcendent connection in a mix of stays from traditional Minshuku, Ryokan, and Shukubo temple lodging. Ryokan and Minshuku are traditional Japanese-style inns with rooms in Japanese style with tatami (straw) matting and futons. Minshuku are mostly shared toilet and bathing facilities. Shukubo are lodgings in Buddhist temples originally meant for pilgrims where rooms are similar to a Ryokan or Minshuku, though with fewer facilities. In Kyoto and Osaka city, you’ll stay at 4-star hotels. During your hiking days, transfers are either by train, bus and/or a pre-booked and prepaid taxi. Meals are included as specified in the itinerary.
Unite with a transcendent sense of self. Feel and accept spiritual depth on a 11-day journey through enlightening temples and sites to uncover the ancient and peace-imbuing secrets of Japan's ancient Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage Trail.
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Immerse into nature on 6 days camping adventure showcasing the rich unspoiled beauty of Esperance and Margaret River. Explore the best sections of this coastline exploring pristine beaches, limestone caves and majestic forests with a perfect balance of indulging into the ultimate food and wine the Margaret River region has to offer. Discover beautiful and diverse landscapes while swag camping at the most idyllic locations.
Departing from Perth, journey along the South West edge of Western Australia showcasing the hidden gems and highlights of Esperance, Albany and the iconic Margaret River. Walk along majestic ancient forests in the Walpole Wilderness and swim at the white sandy beaches of Cape Le Grand National Park in Australia’s Golden Outback. Be introduced to the world’s oldest living culture on Earth as you immerse on a powerful Indigenous cultural experience with a local custodian. Get a glimpse of unique flora and fauna through native bushland walks and take on an inspiring hike on the best section of the greatest walk of Australia, the Cape to Cape Track. Traverse limestone caves, turquoise bays and cliff tops for jaw dropping views from above. Marvel at wonderful rock formations and soak up the sun with the iconic kangaroos of Lucky Bay. From pristine beaches to rugged coastlines and ancient forests to abundant wildlife, you’re guaranteed to be reconnected to nature. Enjoy bushwalking, swimming or sit back and simply soak up the serenity.
In between the exploring, delight your tastebuds on a tantalizing journey celebrating the best of Margaret River’s delectable local produce. Visit an array of cellar doors from boutique breweries and distilleries, renowned wineries to sweet treats, tasting as you go. With your tastebuds tingling and soul connected to nature, unwind each day at private picturesque campsites.
This tour includes 5 nights’ camping accommodation from national parks, campgrounds and bush camp where all meals are included. You will be supported by a knowledgeable guide bringing unrivalled passion to your adventure.
Escape the city life and rejuvenate to the tranquility of nature on this 6-day camping escape. Perfect for those craving for exclusivity amongst the sea and stars while uncovering the best treasures of Esperance and Margaret River.
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Departing from Christchurch, this seven-day-six-night Best of Southern Alps Trek offers you off-the-beaten-track experiences of spectacular Southern Alps scenery and full of highlights including mountain peaks, valley systems, remote lakes, the magnificence of Aoraki Mount Cook and Mount Aspiring from high vantage points, and a spectacular hikes in Wanaka and Queenstown providing a spectacular finish to the tour.
Kick off your trekking journey from the highland region of Lake Tekapo with the first night at a private backcountry hut with superb alpine and lakeside vistas. Then trek east along a ridgeline to around 2000m, hike in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park on the ridge overlooking the Hooker Glacier and directly across from the spectacular Mt Sefton with its rumbling avalanches of ice and rock. After wandering the secluded Lake Ohau, transfer to Wanaka, where you'll hike beside its picturesque lake nestled at the base of the Southern Alps. Your incredible Southern Alps trek ends in sensational style with a breathtaking Ben Lomond Hike overlooking stunning Lake Wanaka and the distant Remarkable and Richardson Ranges.
Accommodation is included each night and has been carefully selected to provide comfort and value in the best locations possible. The accommodation is on a twin share or double room basis with private facilities, except for the first and second nights where we stay in a mountain hut. This remote back country hut has bunk beds in a dormitory arrangement and the bathroom facilities are basic and shared. If you wish to reserve a room to yourself a single supplement is available at extra cost.
All meals are included for the duration of the walk. Provided we are advised in advance of your departure we are able to cater for vegetarian diets and can assist with medically recommended diets (allergies and intolerances).
The tour starts from Christchurch and concludes in Queenstown. All transfers as well as guides are included. Small groups of twelve walkers are hosted by highly experienced and knowledgeable guides.
The walk is graded moderate and fully supported. The sense of isolation and wilderness is a strong feature of this trip. On the first day of the tour you will be staying in a private mountain hut. You will need to carry an overnight pack for that day and then back to the vehicle on the second day. The rest of the walks on the tour are day walks so a small pack with personal essentials is all you will need to carry. The support vehicle will then take the rest of the equipment.
This seven-day Best of Southern Alps Trek is a dramatic trek, offering a grand overview of this spectacular mountain landscape.
Indulge in the best that the Middle East has to offer on this sky-high itinerary traversing Oman, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This curated 13 day ultimate luxury itinerary incorporates the very best high end resorts and desert glamping experiences including Anantara Jabal Akhdar Hotel and Desert Nights Camp. Immerse in its rich culture and natural wonders from a dhow fjord cruise, nature desert walk, swim in secluded wadis to hiking remote villages in mountains. From the sea, sand and sail, from Abu Dhabi to Oman, enjoy the serenity and unearth the wonders of the Middle East.
Your adventure begins in Abu Dhabi as you soak in the sunshine at your private island boutique resort. Discover the highlights of the wonderful capital of the Emirates, Abu Dhabi, visiting the Grand Mosque, dining at Vendome and venturing into the traditional date market. Journey to Dubai and retreat at a remote luxury desert resort. Soak in the serene desert life with a wildlife drive over the golden dunes to a nature walk. Leave the desert dunes behind and whisk away into the pristine seas as you explore Khasab. Embark on a relaxing cruise traversing the picturesque fjords in ‘The Norway of Arabia’ on a traditional dhow boat. Discover Muscat city as you marvel at its Grand Mosque to the bustling Muttrah Souq. Unearth and swim in one of Oman’s most charming Wadis, the Wadi Bani Khalid. Voyage to a royal desert retreat for an exclusive overnight desert glamping experience in the 5 star Desert Nights Camp. Explore Nizwa, unveiling its fort for picture-perfect vistas of the surrounding plains. Escape to a mountaintop luxury reateat at Anantara Jabal Akhdar Hotel, iconic for the canyon view platform where Princess Diana once stood. Here, you’ll hike Jabal Akhdar Mountain and discover remote villages and plantations. End your captivating Arbaian adventure in Muscat as you marvel at Omani craftsmanship in Jabreen Castle and explore Misfat Al Abreen, a village built on rocks and surrounded by lush green plantations of date palms.
This luxury package includes 12 nights accommodation in 5 star luxury hotels on a twin share basis. Meals and activities are specified in the itinerary. Transfers, meals and activities with English speaking guide as stated in the itinerary are included.
Immerse into the various shades of beauty the Middle East possesses on this tailor-made luxury Arabian discovery and explore the majestic wonders still around in Oman and The Emirates in opulence and splendour.
Discover the meaning of bush and beach luxury, with this exhilarating 3-days escape to Pretty Beach House luxury lodge in Central Coast, North of Sydney. Nestled in the spectacular NSW Bouddi Peninsula, immerse in intimacy and privacy on this coastal sanctuary that is unforgettable.
Departing from Sydney, leave the stresses of modern life behind as you journey on a scenic 1.5-hours' drive out to the Bouddi Peninsula. Over the next three days, marvel at the ever-changing scenery of sandstone, cliffs, pristine beaches, clifftops, rainforests, heathland and walking tracks that make up the magnificent Bouddi National Park. The trails incorporate the most impressive of Central Coast’s coastal bushwalks including one of the best scenic trails, Bouddi Coastal Walk. Uncover its treasures of the tranquil Maitland Bay, Putty Beach and Tallow Beach. Take in sweeping ocean views, cliff-side boardwalks, shady rainforest, relaxing picnic spots and the opportunity to spot migrating whales from some of the amazing vantage points. Engage in a Spiritual Indigenous Journey as you walk the Bouddi National Park to uncover its importance to the Indigenous culture.
Be treated in a secluded bush and beach getaway at the world-class, Pretty Beach House on a twin share basis. Stay at the luxury lodge, purpose-built for you to explore the surrounding natural beauty of several glorious golden beaches and picturesque bays, all easily accessible for hiking expeditions. Enjoy an all-inclusive dining experience, a hospitality highlight for most guests. Also included is an open bar stocked with premium wines, beers and spirits. Unwind in your private retreat, enjoy a dip in your plunge pool or refresh your senses in your private terrace with tropical gardens.
Discover one of Australia’s best kept secrets at Pretty Beach House nestled amongst the hidden treasures of Bouddi National Park. Combining the best of walking and beach experiences with luxury accommodation, exquisite dining experiences, discerning service and the local knowledge of Indigenous guides. This Pretty Beach Luxury Escape is perfect for a short yet utterly unique escape into the wilderness in slow pace and in style!
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Experience pure bliss on this fascinating 8-day walking safari as you hike through the majestic mountains and rustic villages of central Romania while searching for wild brown bears. Traverse protected regions, breathtaking canyons, dense forests, Saxon villages, the mediaeval town of Brasov and the famed residence of Dracula, Bran Castle.
Your adventure begins in Bucharest, after which you transfer to your family-run guesthouse in the quaint village of Magura. Explore the surrounding areas of the Kalibash villages of Magura and Pestera. Visit traditional houses and learn about the history of the settlements built against the mediaeval invasion. Journey into the Barza Valley using horse-drawn carts before hiking through hay meadows to a hermitage in the rocks. Join a forester as he takes you to a safe hide deep in the forest to engage in brown bear watching. Hike uphill across the flower meadows from our accommodation and catch spectacular views over the expansive landscape. Head to the historical Bran Castle. Embark on a drive to the mediaeval town of Brasov, which has always been a mix of nations since it was founded. Taste mouth-watering Romanian cuisine. Climb through Zarnesti Gorge, Curmatura Cabin at 4,820 ft (1,470 m)and perhaps Piatra Mica. Visit LiBearty, the largest brown bear sanctuary in Europe. Head to Vulan and its strong fortified churches, some of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
This package includes 7 nights accommodation in a private guesthouse on a twin-share basis. Your guesthouse has been handpicked for convenient location situated within the boundaries of Piatra Craiului National Park where your friendly hosts possess a wealth of knowledge on Transylvania, wildlife conservation and serve delicious homemade food. Meals and activities are included as specified.
A gorgeous region with unfiltered nature, an entrancing culture, luscious cuisine, breathtaking architecture and a heap of wonderful memories just waiting to be created. This special 8-day itinerary in the Carpathian Mountains will expose you to all everything you desire and more.
Unearth the charms of Utah as you navigate from soaring orange and red sandstone spires to its intricate canyon labyrinths and delicate arches. Escape to a red-rock wonderland and be hypnotised by nature's magnificent creations traversing three iconic National Parks, Canyonlands, Arches and on this remarkable 5-day voyage.
Your adventure begins in Grand Junction, Colorado, where you will shuttle west to red-rock country. Enjoy the panoramic views of Castle Valley, Onion Creek, and the Colorado River as you make your way up Fisher Towers. Venture through Arches National Park to see the most famous natural stone arch in the world, Delicate Arch. Relish the sweeping vistas of the vast desert wilderness as you hike along the mesa’s rim at Dead Horse Point State Park. Explore the southernmost region of the park and enjoy the dramatic views of “the needles”, the dominating colourful spires of Cesa Mesar sandstones as you make your way up the Chesler Park Overlook. This incredible journey ends with the last exploration trip to Colorado National Monument, an alfresco lunch, and a scenic shuttle back to Grand Junction.
When you’re not busy exploring, rest and relax at your deluxe accommodations; take a soothing dip in the hot tub at the or go for a relaxing swim with stunning mountain views at the pool at Red Cliffs Lodge. Book a rejuvenating spa session or order a relaxing drink at the bar at Hoodoo Moab.
This luxury package includes 4 nights accommodation in luxury hotels on a twin share basis. All luggage transfers are included. 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.
Indulge in a mind-blowing adventure, make everlasting memories, and explore the best of the Mountain West subregion on this 5-day exploit.
A 4 day luxury escape to Yakushima. Explore the magical atmosphere of an unspoiled Yakushima on foot and kayak out deep into the emerald-green valley of the Anbo river. Sure to please the senses of the most adept outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, this Yakushima tour is brimming with best walking and kayaking experiences and relaxation at the secluded retreat - Sankara Hotel & Spa. Walk to explore Yakushima UNESCO heritage site by day and enjoy world-class fine dining at night. This tour is the best of both worlds - the rustic beauty of the nature that surrounds, and all the comforts of a 5-star hotel.
The tour includes 3 nights accommodation, all meals, English speaking private guide, all transportation, all entry tickets/park fees, and airport or ferry port return transfers.
Combining the best adventures with acclaimed Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima, this short escape represents the ultimate in luxury on Yakushima.
Departure Dates
Departs daily on request