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Chase the race, experience a nautical tradition…
Experience the nautical tradition that is the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, with this 7-day cruise that gets you as close to the action as possible aboard the luxurious Coral Discoverer.
While most people wake up early on 26 December for Boxing Day sales, a handful of intrepid sailors wake up earlier for an even more daunting challenge. One of the world’s most difficult and prestigious yacht races, the Sydney to Hobart is an annual event that sees maxi yachts and weekend racers from around the world tackle 628 nautical miles of sea separating Nielsen Park in Sydney Harbour and Hobart’s Battery Point. The race includes the treacherously choppy and windy Bass Strait, the stretch of sea separating Tasmania from the mainland.
Embarking in Broken Bay on 26 December, feel the buzz at the start of the race from Coral Discoverer. Watch the fleet sail past as you listen in to expert commentary from your onboard Special Guest Lecturer Sue Crafter, a veteran of no less than 15 Sydney to Hobart yacht races. You will sail the coast of New South Wales and Victoria and cross Bass Strait with the trailing fleet. Once across the Strait, enjoy the scenic rugged Tasmanian coast, with the opportunity to join the expedition team, on guided shore excursions to the Maria and Bruny Islands, two of Tasmania’s most beautiful National Parks and wildlife sanctuaries. Arrive into Hobart on New Year’s Eve and enjoy the buzz of the race and New Year’s Eve celebrations.
This once-in-a-lifetime expedition cruise includes 10-nights aboard Coral Discoverer on a twin share basis. This luxurious 72 passenger vessel is purpose-built to take you closer to unspoilt vistas in comfort, style and safety. Her shallow draught and manoeuvrability allow her to reach some of Australia’s most remote and rarely visited coastlines, while her tender vessel, Xplorer, can seat all 72 passengers for excursions to rivers and beaches.
All meals are included onboard. The approach to cuisine is about simplicity and generosity, creating dishes bursting with flavour made from fresh ingredients sourced locally and sustainably wherever possible. Activities and experiences are also included as per the itinerary. An expert crew are at your service at all times.
Experience the adventure and excitement that is the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, with this unforgettable 7-day package. This is the closest you will get to actually competing in the race!
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Venture to the mountainous Hida region of Gifu Prefecture, hike the Japan Alps, and cycle the rustic countryside of Hida Furukawa. This action-packed 3 day adventure allows you to travel down the paths less travelled, and immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural beauty, amazing history, and enchanting culture of Japan. If you're looking for an off-the-beaten-track experience in Japan, this is the tour for you.
Your trip starts from Takayama station, which is easily accessed by train from Tokyo. You will enjoy a guided walk in Takayama, which has one of Japan's most atmospheric and authentic traditional Japanese villages, with Meiji-era inns, hillside shrines and a pretty riverside setting. Due to its well-preserved antiquity, it has earned the title of being Japan's "Little Kyoto".
No Japan Alps trip would be complete without hiking in Kamikochi, the crown jewel of the Japanese Alps and one of Japan’s most famous hiking destinations, where you'll enjoy clear skies, spectacular mountains, and bright blue river streams.
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 authentic Japanese ryokans, soak in Okuhida Onsen's famous hot spring bath and taste the freshest ingredients prepared exquisitely for you.
The package includes four day guided cycling and walks, return transfers to/from Takayama, boutique accommodation and all meals. You'll also have an opportunity to visit the local market and mingle with locals.
With a focus on getting away from the crowds and into the real Japan, the Japan Alps & Villages Walk & Cycle tour is ideal for intrigued travellers looking for immersive and authentic Japanese experiences.
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Set off on a luxurious 6-day adventure through the stunning French Alps, from Annecy to Megève, where mountains and alpine culture intertwine. Hike through breathtaking landscapes of timbered valleys, dramatic peaks, and vibrant meadows bursting with wildflowers. Cycle to enchanting villages and the pristine shores of Lake Annecy, all while immersing yourself in the perfect blend of mountain charm and waterfront elegance. Journey from the Rhône River to the majestic Mont Blanc, indulging in five-star accommodations and savouring traditional Savoyard cuisine at every turn. Experience alpine beauty at its finest!
Start your journey in the vibrant city of Geneva and cycle along the iconic ViaRhôna. Discover the picturesque village of Chanaz, known as the “Little Venice of Savoie,” with its charming canals. Enjoy a tranquil ferry ride across the shimmering Lac du Bourget, surrounded by stunning alpine beauty. Pedal through the breathtaking Massif de Bauges and savour delightful picnics featuring local alpine cheese. Hike to the spectacular Belvédère du Revard for panoramic views that will leave you in awe. From cycling along Lac d'Annecy’s crystal-clear shores to indulging in the luxury of L'Alpaga in Megève, the adventure blends outdoor thrills with refined relaxation. Conclude your alpine escape with a stunning Mont Blanc Tramway ride, misty forest hikes, and postcard-perfect views of the Alps from the Petit Croisse Baulet peak.
The package includes 5 nights' accommodation in luxury hotels on a twin-share basis. Meals and transport are included as specified. You will be escorted by two support vans and three tour leaders on each departure for an average of 6:1 guest-to-leader ratio. Leaving you with multiple hiking and biking 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 and bike in true comfort.
Get set for 6 days of unlimited alpine adventure in the French Alps, where every hike and bike ride reveals jaw-dropping views! Wind down each night in luxury, and spend your days soaking up nature’s finest moments.
Dance to the alluring tunes of a rare luxury glamping, where wildlife sightings, nature's flamboyance, and sensational adventures are assured. Majestically domiciled at the outset of the Ranthambore National Forest, Aman-I-Khas offers an escape from the noise and exotic privacy for relaxation or leisure. Cosy and luxury accommodation is replete across ten Mughal-inspired and spacious tents, overlooking lush green landscapes and providing a gateway to enormous wildlife. Tented camps are equipped with air conditioning, dining areas, light-filled bathing areas with showers, and other basic amenities for redefined luxury comfort and a memorable stay. Taste luscious Indian cuisines at the lamp-lit dining tent, where dining is communal, dished from a carefully curated menu comprising Indian signatures and international cuisines. A bespoke dining experience, like a picnic in a secluded spot on the reserve, amplifies the culinary journey. Experience Asia's finest treatments at the spa tent where aromatic baths, yoga, meditation, massages, Ayurveda medicine, and therapeutic sessions combine to improve wellness in guests and balance body and soul. The ambiance already sets the mood for exploration, with the Ranthambore National Park at the camp's backdrop waiting to be harnessed. Inside the national reserve, visit the Ranthambore Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and trek the nearby Khandar Fort wrapping the expedition with a picnic on the hill. Explore the park on an open-top vehicle, spot wildlife, cruise on the Chambal River, and watch a diversity of birds at the Banas riverbed, among other thrilling activities on offer.
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Enrich your soul, indulge in life-changing experiences, encounter awe-inspiring wildlife, and terrains, and make unforgettable memories at the elegant yet simple award-winning Lion Sands Ivory Lodge. Situated in the heart of the private game-rich Sabi Sand Game Reserve, it is a place of immense allure and discovery that even words don't do justice. The Sabi Sands is famous for its wildlife sightings, especially its record number of leopard sightings, the most elusive of the Big 5. You do not need to leave the comfort of your room searching for wildlife; they are living peacefully all around you. Regardless of the lodge’s minimalistic design, its charms are elevated by heart-stopping river scenes. This lodge is arguably the world's finest, built using natural materials that complement its environment. Yield to relaxation as you use the amenities available, including a health spa and gymnasium, pool, jacuzzi, a private bar with a fireplace, a well-stocked wine cellar, and sun terraces. Engage in exciting activities like thrilling game drives, guided bush walks, and traversing hiking and biking trails.
Set your mind to have the best time in Oregon's adventure capital and hike a section of The Pacific Crest Trail to the raging Deschutes. Explore nature's aesthetic virgin forests, behold stunning cascading waterfalls, crystal-clear sapphire blue waters and taste amazing local cuisines. From its Crater Lake National Park to Smith State Rock Park, enjoy the tranquility and handmade ales on this 6-day immersive adventure.
Your hiking adventure begins in Bend as we walk along the Deschutes River Trail passing gorgeous trees, and gracing our sights with charming birds and wildlife. Go for a hike at the Smith Rock State Park and take in this high-desert wonderland in all its glory. Explore diverse art galleries and cafes in the lively downtown Bend, and end the day's adventure with a relaxing beer venture at Bend microbrewery. Hike along crystal-clear waters to the grand finale of Tumalo Falls, the Sunriver Resort with its homely, elegant and top-tier amenities. Relish the stunning views of the immaculate Crater Lake and its breathtaking sapphire-coloured and crystal-clear waters as you make your way up to the peak of Mount Scott. Be awed by Oregon's landscape as we hike among stands of western hemlock and white-bark pines. Go for a refreshing walk along the rim of the Crater and hike down Cleetwood Cove for a rejuvenating dip in the lake. The amazing journey ends as we take a final summit to the popular Garfield Peak and shuttle back to Bend.
Away from exploring, our accommodations are well equipped for your comfort and relaxation; Unwind and do your health some good in Oxford Hotel's sauna/steam room; have a relaxing and revitalising time at the welcoming and cosy Sage Springs Spa at Sunriver Resort, and enjoy some of Oregon's finest cuisines at Crater Lake Lodge on-site exquisite restaurant.
This luxury package includes 5 nights' accommodations in premier hotels on a twin share basis. 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 immersed in the great outdoors and find time to truly connect to mother nature. Be spell bounded by pristine landscapes and ignite your senses on a culinary journey on this inspiring Pacific Northwest voyage.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points
Do and see it all on the ultimate New Zealand road trip, a 22-day odyssey from the Bay of Islands to the Southern Alps. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure showcases the country’s best active experiences including 3 of the Great Walks.
Tucked away at the bottom of the world, New Zealand is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: tropical beaches, snow-capped mountains, sparkling fiords, raging rivers and active volcano zones. For the outdoor enthusiast, keen on hiking, biking, paddling and more, New Zealand has no shortage of things to see and do. Home of the Great Walks (known to be some of the best hikes in the world) and many other day and multiday hikes, you could spend months trying to see it all. Luckily for you, this road trip leaves no stone unturned on an epic journey from north to south.
Departing from Auckland, hit the road to tick off New Zealand’s best active experiences. Drive New Zealand’s most scenic roads including Buller Gorge, the Crown Range and Milford Road. Discover dramatic landscapes, magnificent wilderness and stunning wildlife on New Zealand’s Great Walks including the Tongariro Northern Circuit, the Abel Tasman Coast Track and the Routeburn Track. Uncover beautiful beaches and twinkling bays on in the Bay of Islands and Coromandel, and a geothermal wonderland in the Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Follow the path of Captain James Cook on the Queen Charlotte Track, heli hike to the top of the Franz Josef Glacier and bask in the brooding shadow of Mount Cook (Aoraki), New Zealand’s tallest mountain. You will also have the opportunity to cruise Lake Wanaka and the magnificent Milford Sound, and explore diverse cities and towns including Wellington, Queenstown, Dunedin and Christchurch at your own pace.
This action-packed 22-day active and nature-focused self-drive package includes 21-nights’ boutique hotel accommodation on a twin share basis. At the end of each fun-filled day, you will sleep in comfort and have access to luxurious facilities and amenities including swimming pools, plunge pools and spas. Twenty-two days full size car rental is included as well as activities and sightseeings as specified in the itinerary. Daily breakfast provided.
Do New Zealand – and do it right – on this thrilling 22-day self-drive road trip from North to South. The diverse landscapes and exciting experiences will capture your heart.
Few places on Earth can match the stunning natural setting of Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki. Surrounded by lakes, rivers, rainforest and seacoast in the heart of Te Wahipounamu, the southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area, the Wilderness Lodge is a paradise for nature lovers and active travellers looking to get away from it all. Hike through ancient rainforest and along wild coastline. Kayak pristine lakes and rivers. Or, hire a rod and fish for large, brown trout. At the end of the day, relax and unwind in your choice of luxury guest room with river or rainforest views.
Leave behind the ordinary and join an eccentric journey that fuses spirituality, adventure, and nature's grandeur in one experience. As you set your foot on the world-famous Kumano Kodo Trail for 3 days with your private guide, feel the potent presence of past samurai warriors and emperors—the trail is beyond a pilgrimage route, it's a portal to the past, to enlightenment, and to intimacy with nature.
Set off on an awe-inspiring journey, starting from Shin-Osaka or Kyoto, bound for Kii-Tanabe, the gateway to Kumano Kodo. The trek begins at Kii-Tanabe station with an orientation from local staff, followed by a bus ride to Kawayu Onsen, where you can immerse yourself in the hot spring and relax. Savour a Japanese tantalising cuisine and rest for the night at the Kawayu Onsen Fujiya. Proceed the next day to Hosshinmon-oji to begin the walk on the Kumano Kodo trail with a local private guide. Enjoy a private guided tour of the Kumano Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine and all of its marvels before boarding a bus to Katsuura Onsen on the coast. Afterward, be ferried to Kumano-Bettei Nakanoshima seaside resort on a private island to enjoy a Kaiseki set menu for dinner and spend the night. Take a ferry back to Katsuura and proceed to Daimon-zaka by bus. With a private local guide, explore the Nachi shrine-temple complex, and walk on the Daimon-zaka slope to behold the stunning Nachi Falls, which is the tallest in Japan. Explore Kumano Nachi Taisha shrine and the 5th-century Seiganto-ji temple before boarding a bus back to Kii-katsuura, and a train to Kyoto/Shin-Osaka, marking the end of the trip.
Recline and enjoy the nights of the trip at two premium accommodations, Kawayu Onsen and Kumano-Bettei Nakanoshima, along the trail set at the backdrops of fascinating nature. Enjoy Onsen hot springs, ensuite outdoor and indoor baths, themed rooms, and river views. Help yourself to Japanese palatable cuisines, including seafood sourced from the Pacific Ocean.
The adventure includes two day private guiding and two nights of accommodation on a twin-share basis, with one night at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya and the other night at Kumano-Bettei Nakanoshima. Luggage transfer services are included and pre-walk orientation is provided.
A dignifying spiritual odyssey and nature exploration awaits your arrival on the Kumano Kodo. Stroll along its well-carved paths, savour mouth-watering Japanese cuisine and learn the rich history of Old Japan on this 3-day sojourn into the past.
Note: Bus and train tickets are not included. You can use vending machines to purchase.
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.