Indulge in the ultimate luxury island getaway, with 4-nights at one of the Great Barrier Reef's top island resorts: Orpheus Island Lodge. This all-inclusive, private island lodge is the perfect honeymoon or romantic escape, offering a unique gourmet food and wine experience, and an unmissable combination of sun, seclusion and luxury that will stay with you for years to come.

Departing from Townsville, journey 30mins via helicopter over the turquoise, coral-studded sea to Orpheus Island, where you will check into one of just 14 deluxe rooms, suites and villas. Breathe in the sea air and feel the stress of everyday life fade away as you stare out over the Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Enjoy Orpheus' luxury amenities including pristine beaches and pools, a Gwandalan Day Spa, and an assortment of stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, dinghies and more. Make the most of daily included experiences such as snorkeling, diving, fishing, cruising and more.

Indulge in some of Australia's best food and wine with all gourmet meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner included). On arrival, meet with Orpheus' Executive Chef to discuss your taste preferences and dietary requirements to create your own culinary journey. Sample the freshest seasonal produce sourced from the Island’s own vegetable garden and from surrounding regions. Far North Queensland’s freshest seafood is caught fresh for you every day. Wash it all down with complimentary selected Australian wines and beers.

Escape to tropical paradise with this incredible 4-night getaway to Orpheus Island Lodge. Nowhere else can you enjoy Australia’s finest food and wine in your very own pristine slice of the Great Barrier Reef.

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In the footsteps of Emperors, hike inn to inn with a local professional guide on enchanting sections of the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi route weaving through forested mountains and small villages towards the Grand Shrine of Hongu. Spend three nights at Japanese inns in Takahara, Nonaka and Yunomine Onsen areas, and enjoy home-cooked dinners featuring local seasonal ingredients.

The Kumano Kodo is the world's only UNESCO World Heritage-listed pilgrimage route besides the Camino de Santiago. Once a sacred pilgrimage reserved for emperors and samurai for over 1200 years, the world-class Kumano Kodo hiking route is today open to all walkers and natural wanderers.

The best accommodation along the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route is hand picked for this package, with three nights in Japanese style inns/boutique lodges. All rooms have ensuite (private toilet).

Most meals are included for the duration of the walk. You will enjoy authentic and delicious local cuisine.

Your luggage will be transported each day to the next accommodation so you only need to carry a daypack to enjoy your daily exploration.

This itinerary focuses on popular walks on the Nakahechi route of the Kumano Kodo over 4 incredible days. Get ready for this unforgettable village-to-village trek.

Departure Dates:

Departs daily year round on request.

Orientation

The local staff will give you an orientation of the tour when you arrive at Kii-Tanabe station. The staff will supply you with maps, bus timetables and brief you on your itinerary. The staff will explain cultural elements such as how to use a bath and purchase bus tickets if need be as well as answer any last minute questions.

Dual Pilgrim

This walk is qualified for "Dual Pilgrim". We provide official Dual Pilgrim Credential - a type of passport for pilgrims. It is used to collect stamps along the trail as a record of the walk. There are two sides, one for the Kumano Kodo and one for the Way of St. James.Please read the details in the section of Dual Pilgrim at the bottom of this page.

Why Choose Us

- We provide official English map (the best map).

- We provide official Dual Pilgrim Credential.

- We offer a pre-walk briefing at our local representative’s office.

- Unlike other operators using traditional Japanese inns/guesthouses that have communal bathrooms and toilets, we offer the best accommodation along the trail. All our rooms have private toilets.

- We arrange daily luggage transfer. Your luggage will be transferred to the next accommodation. You only need to carry a daypack for the walk.

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The desert ranges of the Red Centre deliver the quintessential Australian experience on the Larapinta Trail. This trekking tour is ideal for the more ambitious walker with some challenging stages passing over remote ridges and canyons, walking up to 16 kilometres per day over 6 days.

The end-to-end 223km long Larapinta Trail is one of Australia's most spectacular trekking experiences. The trail provides a rare perspective of vast flood plains, razorback rocky outcrops and the awe-inspiring scale of this ancient land. It also harbours many Aboriginal sacred sites of the Arrernte people.

Over 6 days, traversing the high ridgelines of Alice Springs, you'll experience this ancient land from a perspective only few have witnessed. You will be supported by expert local leaders with full knowledge of the area and environment, providing with the insight story of the Australia's most iconic desert trek.

This Larapinta Trail walk is enhanced with stylish, award winning architect designed, semi-permanent wilderness campsites, which come complete with hot showers and a heated dining and lounge tent, exclusive to you the Larapinta Trail. At each camp you will be provided with high quality, interesting and nutritional meals to support your daily energy recovery.

While you walk, your support vehicle transfers your luggage and camping gear to the next campsite leaving you only to carry a day pack while you hike. At the end of each day we relax in comfort at our architect-designed camps – including hot showers, comfortable lounges and heated dining shelter – as our guides prepare gourmet 3-course dinners around the campfire.

The Larapinta walk includes all nutritious meals, prepared by your guides, 5 nights' accommodation in exclusive semi-permanent campsites including safari tents, stretcher beds, swags and hot showers, all group camping equipment, National Park fees and fees to Traditional Owners as well as off-road transport from Alice Springs.

The Larapinta Trail will delight wilderness lovers and challenge the seasoned hiker. In the footsteps of traditional owners, early explorers, and modern adventurers, the stories of the Larapinta Trail will come to life with every passing desert step.

NOTE: We can pick you up after you conclude the Larapinta Trail Walk and continue journey to Kings Canyon / Uluru on a grand outback road trip.

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Secure your spot in a world of bliss, tranquillity, and luxury hospitality at Hoshinoya Okinawa, a magnificent beachfront resort facing the East China Sea. This mini paradise in Yomitan village, near Naha City, pampers guests with kingly hospitality across 100 rooms split into villas and suites with crystal ocean views and unlimited access to the beach. Amenities and features of rooms include indoor patios, private pools (oceanfront Villa), Wi-Fi, bathtubs, separate WCs, toilets, minibars, room wear, and black-out curtains. Spanning three restaurants, including a cafe/lounge, guests are treated to a sumptuous array of gastronomic indulgences featuring a Sicilian breakfast and in-room dining options. When it's time to relax and recreate, the hotel's swimming pool is a spectacular spot for dips, designed to blend with the sea seamlessly. Several seats are positioned around the shallow area for resting, while daybeds by the pool set the stage for cosy naps. The beach beckons all guests to explore its soft white sands and swim in the overlapping turquoise-blue waters. At the Okinawa Spa, guests can relax tense nerves and sleep better through delicate massages. A dedicated playroom is also available for kids. Beyond the hotel's hard-to-forget ambience, Yomitan Village, nearby Naha, and Okinawa offer a dazzling world of attractions for sightseeing and adventures. These include Shurijo Castle Park, Sefa-utaki sacred site, and Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium.

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Bike and wine your way into the Wine Capital region of Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, on this 3 day self-guided bike baycation. This curated itinerary offers a perfect short escape on cycling the best scenic trails direct to world class wineries, all experienced while riding on fun e-bikes with full support.

Your cycling adventure begins in in the Wine Capital of Hawke’s Bay in Napier, where over 2 days you’ll bike on flat, easy off-road trails that lead to some of the region's most exquisite wineries. You will be riding on dedicated cycle pathways, through coastal, orchard and vineyard country and staying in a boutique accommodation in the charming town of Havelock North. Your cycling adventure begins with exploring the breathtaking Ahuriri Estuary Trails where two exceptional wineries await your exploration. Your journey continues to the spectacular Cape Kidnappers coastline leading you to a cluster of wineries for you to savour food and tantalise on the finest vintages the region has to offer. Along the way, you will be treated to culinary delights from a winery platter lunch to a 5-course degustation dinner.

This package includes 2 nights accommodation in a boutique hotel on a twin share basis. Bike in comfort and ease with seamless logistics taken care of with airport shuttles and meals included as specified. With quality bikes and full back-up support while on the trails, relax and enjoy the ride as you fully focus on the stunning landscapes and extraordinary wine experiences that define Hawke's Bay.

Escape on an invigorating getaway of gourmet biking through Hawke's Bay in New Zealand. Indulge in a feast for your senses as you savour gastronomic delights from exquisite wines and local delicacies; where both the menu and the breathtaking views are equally delectable.

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Interchange between the glamour of two resplendent European countries, France and Spain. Traverse the Bay of Biscay, the valleys and the high plains of the Pyrenees, tread the path of Camino de Santiago like a pilgrim and drink exquisite wines while at it as you journey from Biarritz to Spain’s Rioja wine region on this 6 day splendid walking adventure.

Your hiking adventure begins in Biarritz, where you will start with a walk to Saint Joseph Chapel, overlooking the Atlantic, and then along the le sentier du littoral coastal trail followed by a tantalising beachfront lunch. Go off on the riveting hiking trail, the Grande Randonnée 10 and bask in blissful views of the Pyrenees Mountain. Hike to the charming village of Bidarray and savour a traditional Basque lunch at a pleasant inn. Shift the scene to Spain and traverse over the historic Roncesvalles and shuttle to the famous wine-producing Rioja region. Climb up to the fascinating pass of Puerto Del Toro and then experience the radiant display of natural hues of Rioja vineyards on your way to the LaGuardia village. Sample delectable wine before heading to the opulent Hotel Marqués de Riscal, where you will rest and head on your onward journey the next day.

This luxury package includes 5 nights in 5 star hotels on a twin-share basis. 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. 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.

See all that is marvellous in the pristine and delicious wonders of France and Spain. Pack your bags and embark on a 6-day adventure that will positively reshape your outlook on the beauty of this world.

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Delve into the majesties and mysteries of Petra, Wadi Rum, Red Sea and The Dead Sea on an inspiring journey to the mighty kingdom of Jordan. This 9 day cultural walk will immerse you into the rich history, vibrant culture, mouthwatering regional specialties, and amazing discoveries of natural wonders that unveil the soul of Jordan.

Your adventure begins in Amman, the capital city of Jordan where you’ll spend your first day unwinding at the 5 star Intercontinental hotel. The next day travel north to Jerash where you’ll be transported back in time to this ruined city as you marvel at a fortified city that is awash with magnificent colonnades, historic temples, and theatres. Journey along the iconic King’s Highway onwards to the remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra. Spend 2 days delving into the mysteries and history of this iconic red rose city with optional hiking trails including the High Place of Sacrifice. Unveil the temples and tombs of Petra before escaping to the serene red dunes of Wadi Rum desert. Stay at a luxury desert camp in Bedouin inspired cabins, witness fiery sunsets, star-filled skies at the campfire and a thrilling 4WD adventure across the desert dunes. From one paradise to another, from desert to beach, journey to the Red Sea and laze by the pristine beach or discover an underwater bliss on a snorkeling adventure. You’ll end your magical adventure floating and unwinding in the salt waters of the Dead Sea.

This luxury package includes 8 nights of accommodation in 5 star hotels and an overnight at a luxury camp on a twin-share basis. Meals, transfers and activities are included as specified in the itinerary. Although this is a cultural walk tour, hiking options are on offer on Days 4-5 in Petra on a moderate level

Discover the ancient and modern kingdom of Jordan from ancient city, desert to beach and unearth mediaeval history at its best, filled with natural wonders to discover leaving you intrigued.

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A thrilling 11-day Active & Discovery small river cruise voyage whisking you through the bliss of the Lower Danube River. Discover a new sense of adventure abroad on foot, by bike or simply relish the slow pace of cruising and sightseeing as you venture across Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Croatia. Feel the astonishing cultures of these regions and relive their mesmerising histories as you cruise in luxury.

Your adventure begins with an overnight in the “Paris of the East'', Bucharest with two nights in Brasov. Discover the gems of the region including Bran Castle of Dracula Fame and Peles Castle with time exploring at your own pace. Journey to Oltenita to board your Avalon Suite Ship to begin your Danube River cruise through the Balkans. Cruise to Nikopol, Bulgaria and explore the region with different exciting options to match your interests. Saunter the rocky landscape of Belogradchik, grace your taste buds with fine Bulgarian wines, or go sightseeing and make your way to Baba Vida Fortress in Vidin. In style and luxury, navigate the soothing waters and sail through the marvellous and narrow Iron Gates Gorge. Hike through the Djerdap National Park, tour the important Mesolithic archaeological site of Lepenski Vir, or explore flourishing Donji Milanovic. Cruise to Belgrade and unearth the richness and culture in different perspectives of your choosing. Discover the ancient architecture and tradition in Novi Sad. Disembark from the ship and travel to Zagreb. Fully immerse in its rich history and etch your presence in this fascinating city as you explore on your own before ending your awe-inspiring adventure here.

In between adventures, relax onboard the Avalon Fleet delivering the largest staterooms with panoramic suites complete with an open-air balcony of floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall views. The largest standard window in river cruising more than 30% larger than others. With panoramic suites, world-class amenities and refreshing off-shore excursions, experience your own slice of heaven aboard Avalon Waterways.

Active, Discovery or Classic

With multiple activity options from Active, Discovery or Classic to choose from each day, the cruise itinerary would accommodate varied interests and fitness levels, giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region tailored to you. You can choose to go slow pace taking in sounds and flavours of each city or as active to fulfil natural curiosity and wonder as spirited travellers. For more information, please refer to daily itinerary and ‘How To Choose Your Excursion Type’.

This luxury package includes 10 nights accommodation in city hotel and onboard the Avalon Waterways on a twin-share basis. Meals and activities are included as specified.

Embark on a life-changing cruise that’ll surely leave you mesmerised. Feel and embrace the essence of 4 rewarding countries exposing you to the wonders of the Balkans.

Customised Itinerary: Skip a stay in Brasov, Romania, for a 9 days 8 nights cruise from Bucharest to Zagreb. Please contact us to book. 9D8N Bucharest to Zagreb Itinerary Download

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Get a glimpse into a connection where experiences are defined and memories created through an immersive discovery journey steeped in both authenticity and luxury as you unearth the wonders of Kenya. An authentic 11 day curated itinerary traversing exclusive Masai villages, exquisite game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve to the coastal white beaches of Mombasa. Uncover Kenya's rich culture, people and land exploring the less known path through a welcoming homestay connecting you with vetted families for the most authentic journey through the lens of a local.

Your journey begins in Nairobi, where you’ll be greeted by your host family and transferred to their beautiful suburban home. Spend your days intertwining with your host family as you engage in homecooked meals and share celebrated stories embracing you to the indulgence of being home. Escape to the road less traveled with visits to a children's orphanage, exclusive Masai villages to Indigenous tribes in the sacred Kaya Forest. Delve into their way of life, hear stories with tribal elders and unearth their rich and ancient traditions. Get up close to the majestic creatures of giraffes and elephants as you learn their conservation efforts. Fly to Mombasa for a stunning beachfront immersion. Spend days with your toes in pristine white sand, a perfect respite after venturing deep into the historic Shimoni Slave Caves, sailing to Wasini Island and uncovering the legacy of Fort Jesus. Cap off your magical adventure with 2 days of exquisite game drives in the jewels of Masai Mara National Reserve, iconic for the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras and home to the notable Big 5. Your journey ends back in Nairobi as you unite with your host family for one final affair together and a visit to the local markets boasting handmade goods by local artisans.

This package includes 10 night's stay from a homestay, luxury safari lodge to beachfront resort. In Nairobi, you’ll stay with local vetted host families in an exclusive Homestay without comprising the creature comforts of civility including WIFI, private bedrooms, electricity and hot showers. Alternatively, elect to stay in a private modern lodging. All meals, activities, airport transfers and guides are inclusive.

See Kenya and beyond as you immerse yourself to a different kind of travel. Fully experience the wealth of insight and adventure which awaits by staying with a Host family as you truly immerse into the wonder and beauty of a foreign land, it’s culture and people.

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Relocate to a fairyland for a span of 6 days to immerse into the eye-pleasing artistry of nature at Italy’s Dolomites. Traverse gigantic rugged peaks, strokes of abundant wildflowers on the grassy canvas, and blankets of conical pines that juxtapose with bygone villages.

Your adventure begins in Bolzano, the gateway into the Dolomites. Spend your days embarking on scenic gondola rides to hike high alpine attitude for views that will leave you spell bounded. Take in the breathtaking views of little villages flanked by dense pines and steep peaks as you hike. A unique blend of nature and small but sweet settlement abound below you as you hike the trail at the Catinaccio mountains. Ramble around the abundant rose, delphinium, foxglove, and berry gardens and keep your eyes on the imposing peaks which stare at everything that passes through the hiking paths. Enjoy some magical moments at Völser Weiher, where you loosen up with the view of cold and serene waters. Enjoy a palatable meal hosted by a renowned family who warmly invites you into their kitchen for a memorable gourmet experience. Idyllic nature featuring a plethora of plant life awaits you at Compatsch. The challenging hikes of Langkofel and Plattkofel rewards the adventurers with fabulous vistas of the paradise-like Schlern range. The Gardena Valley is a nature’s gift embellished with jaw-dropping vistas, blankets of Pines, and quaint hamlets. Visit the World Heritage Site of lunar-like Puez-Odle Park and keep strolling through the wilderness bursting with massive grasslands, lofty pines, and sprinkled with baita (small huts). Badia Valley gives an immense pleasure to your senses with a cultural immersion as you meet locals and learn their routine life. Climb the Rifugio Nuvolau to take in an incredible view of the paradise that nestles below from an altitude of 2575 metres. Wend your way along the streets of San Cassiano to shop and wave a goodbye to the amazing fantasyland of Dolomites where you’ll end your walking adventure in Venice.

This luxury package includes 5 nights’ accommodation in 5 star hotels. 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.

Get hooked on the postal card views of Dolomites, giving you a lifetime memories of hiking through the soaking wonders of heavenly valleys, stunning alpine plateau, and mountains inviting you to see the world in a new light from their summits.

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