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Australian Wilderness & Outback Journeys
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Delve deep into the rugged beauty and pioneering spirit of the South Australian outback with this deluxe 7-day guided tour of the Flinders Ranges, Lake Eyre and Coober Pedy. This “ultimate” comprehensive expedition also includes a 4WD Arkaroola Ridgetop tour.
Go where the spaces are open and the “eyre” is fresh…
Starting from Adelaide, set out in a modern and comfortable 4WD with a group of maximum 5 travellers into the wilds of South Australia. Driving through the Flinders Ranges and Outback, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were navigating the unexplored face of Mars, where towering ancient cliffs and deep craters border dusty red roads. While in the Ranges, you’ll embark on an exhilarating 4WD tour of the Arkaroola Ridgetop and marvel at the crown jewel of the region: Wilpena Pound aka Earth’s Bellybutton.
An epic 5-hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre gives you the ultimate bird’s eye view of Australia’s largest salt lake. During your flight, you’ll have the unique opportunity to land among the Anna Creek Painted Hills for a guided walk of this secret lunar landscape. Walking among the endless ochre-red and mustard yellow rock will fill you with a profound sense of isolation. If you’re lucky enough to visit during the rains, look on in wonder as the desert explodes into floodwater and thousands upon thousands of birds.
Delve deep into Coober Pedy to discover a unique outback town where more than half the residents live underground. Visit the underground church, the underground hotel and, of course, the Umoona Opal Mine and Museum that give the town its reputation as Australia’s Opal Capital.
Along the way, you’ll visit picturesque historic towns and must-see sights including Australia’s oldest copper mining town, South Australia’s oldest winery and even a rocket park, where you will uncover the truth behind Australia’s Cold War weapons testing program. You’ll feast on delicious, locally sourced food and encounter unforgettable Aussie larrikins. You’ll return to Adelaide having experienced the best of this little-known part of the world.
This unique package includes 7-days/6-nights on tour with a small group of maximum 5 people. You’ll stay 6-nights’ in deluxe accommodation in Rawnsley Park, Arkaroola, Marree, William Creek, Coober Pedy and Woomera on a twin share basis. All meals, transport and guiding included as well as National Park entry fees as applicable.
Leave no stone unturned in the South Australian outback with this deluxe 7-day guided tour that includes the Flinders Ranges, Coober Pedy and an epic 5-hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre. You haven’t truly seen South Australia unless you’ve gone outback!
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Enjoy a slice of heaven at Villa Talia. Nestled in southern Tasmania’s beautiful Huon Valley, just 600-metres from the banks of the Huon River, Villa Talia is a one of Australian Traveller Magazine’s 100 Great Australian Holiday Homes. Stay in one of just two lavish bedrooms, indulge in Tasmania’s famous food and wine, and enjoy a French and Italian influence that goes far beyond the furnishings. It’s time you had a taste of the sweet life! La Dolce Vita!
* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Please contact us for exact pricing and more information.
Exclusive to the Three Capes Track walkers, the Three Capes Lodges offer simple, sustainable, clean and comfortable accommodation after a day of walking. Each evening, settle into your private accommodation nestled within the Tasman National Park. Discreetly positioned along the trail, enjoy hot showers, generous lounge areas and plush pillows. Experience the lodges in your free time and enjoy a glass of Tasmanian wine while your guides prepare your meal. Star gaze from the outdoor decking and surround yourself in nature with expansive views over the bushlands. Truly immerse yourself in the Three Capes Track and stay within purposed based, unique lodgings.
Experience Fiordland in 5 star style paired with iconic tracks and luxurious stays. Indulge in the pinnacle of Fiordland experiences with this 4-day luxury walking adventure across three iconic tracks: the Milford, Routeburn, and a heli-hike on the Kepler Track. Each day reveals awe-inspiring scenery, captivating wildlife, and rich history, culminating in a lavish overnight cruise on Milford Sound, where waterfalls and wildlife surround you in serene luxury. After your adventures, retreat to the opulent Fiordland Lodge, where panoramic Lake Te Anau views, fine wines, and gourmet cuisine await. This exclusive journey masterfully combines adventure and elegance, offering an unparalleled exploration of New Zealand’s breathtaking Fiordland region.
Your journey begins in Queenstown with an exhilarating helicopter ride to Luxmore Hut, where alpine exploration and optional summit hikes await. Traverse the breathtaking Key Summit on the Routeburn Track, soaking in sweeping views of the Southern Alps. Wander the lush rainforest of the Milford Track, leading to the majestic Giant Gate Waterfall. Cap it all off with a luxurious overnight cruise aboard the 5-star Fiordland Jewel, gliding through Milford Sound’s dramatic cliffs and cascading waterfalls. Spend time engaging in activities including kayaking, a tender excursion or fishing to further delve into the beauty of Milford Sound. Your adventure concludes with a seamless transfer back to Queenstown, a perfect finale to this extraordinary journey of nature, adventure, and indulgence.
This luxury package includes 2 nights at luxury boutique lodge - Fiordland Lodge on a twin share basis and 1 night onboard a luxurious 5-star boat featuring an onboard helipad, on-deck hot-tub, kayaks, tender, and superb cuisine. Taking only 20 passengers a night, in luxury climate-controlled cabins, all with king-sized beds, ensuite bathrooms, and majestic fiord and ocean views, it's sure to offer you a unique luxury boutique-cruising experience in Milford Sound.
Combining the best New Zealand walking experience with acclaimed Fiordland lodge and luxury Milford Sound overnight cruise, great food and wine, discerning service and the local knowledge of your field guides, the walk is the ultimate in luxury in Fiordland.
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Departs daily on request
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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.
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.
The Cape to Cape Ultimate Luxury Walk 7D6N offers you the opportunity to walk on the best sections of the Cape to Cape Track while staying at luxurious boutique accommodation and indulging in gourmet food and wine the Magaret River region has to offer. This luxury walk features an exclusive 7 course lunch with wine matches at Leeuwin Estate, a dinner at Lamont's, and private chef in-villa dinner showcasing local produce.
Your trip starts from Perth and you'll stay at COMO The Treasury, occupying the 19th-century State Buildings. Then enjoy a private transfer to Margaret River where you will embark on walking the Cape to Cape Track for 5 days.
The Cape to Cape track is located in Australia's South-West, in the Margaret River wine region of Western Australia. The track covers 135km of coast line from Cape Naturaliste (near Yallingup) in the North, to Cape Leeuwin (near Augusta) in the South. Located within the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, the track winds along pristine beaches and dramatic coastal cliffs, as well as through coastal bush that comes alive with wildflowers in the Spring. The magnificent karri trees of Boranup forest provide a great contrast, and Cape Leeuwin, which is also the meeting point of two oceans - the Indian and Southern - provides a unique terminus to the track.
The terrain is a combination of white sand, limestone cliffs, granite rock, old 4WD tracks, sealed paths and bushy track. The sections of the Cape to Cape track used for the tour are rated as moderate, with a couple of easier sections around Sugarloaf Rock and Boranup forest providing a breather.
For the nature lover, there is no shortage of wildlife and plant variety on the Cape to Cape track. The area is a world biodiversity hotspot, with approximately 80% of the plant life found nowhere else in the world. There are magnificent wildflowers along the track in Spring and an abundance of birdlife year round. Dolphins are regularly seen playing in the waves, and whales cruise the ocean alongside the track from June to December. Kangaroos and emus are not uncommon, and the impressive Southern Heath Monitor lizard is occasionally seen (or heard) rummaging in the bushes.
This luxury walking tour allows plenty of time for relaxation at your 5 star boutique accommodation, a beachfront resort at Smiths Beach, a country estate, and a forest retreat. Exclusive dinners at Lamont's, Cape Lodge Lakeside Restaurant, gourmet platter, an in-villa private chef dinner and 7 course degustation lunch with matching wine at Leeuwin Estate.
Your tour includes 6 nights’ twin share 5 star accommodation, all meals, 5-day guided walks, all trail transfers, ‘Ultimate Leeuwin Degustation Experience’, and private return transfers to/from Perth. The ideal experience for the intrepid food and wine enthusiast wishing to explore the natural surroundings of one of Australia’s most well regarded wine regions, the Cape to Cape taster walk offers an exhilarating yet relaxing introduction to this remarkable coastline.
Flinders Ranges | Clare Valley | Barossa Valley | Coonawarra
Every day is a new discovery, every meal a distinct gastronomic adventure on this delicious 4 day getaway. Link the best of South Australia's gourmet regions - the Flinders Ranges, Clare Valley, Barossa Valley and Coonawarra with your very own private aircraft. From local game and indigenous produce in the Flinders Ranges to Mayura Station in Coonawarra - Australia's premiere producer of Wagyu Beef - you're sure to taste some of the finest produce in South Australia. You will stay in handpicked unique and inspiring hotels, camps and lodges that enhance your surroundings even further, with no compromise on comfort. This truly all inclusive package will assure you that here’s nothing to do but sit back, relax and enjoy your adventure!
If there is no departure date suits you, please contact us to arrange your private charter tour. A date of your choice is available for groups of 6 or more people. Subject to availability.
Experience the essence of Cuba on this unique 6-day multi-adventure trip. Cycle and hike from Viñales’ lush tobacco farms to vibrant Havana, where urban art and salsa rhythms await. Engage with locals, savour fresh seafood, and discover the art of cigar-making. Immerse yourself in Cuba's culture through passionate conversations and captivating landscapes, revitalizing your senses in this unforgettable journey filled with intensity and allure.
Your exhilarating adventure begins in Old Havana, after which we shuttle to Viñales. Hike red-dirt trails amid tobacco fields and striking doomed hills. Visit a tobacco farm and learn how the leaves are rolled into cigars. Cycle through Viñales National Park alongside members of the Masters Cycling Team and to the beaches of Cayo Jutias. Learn how to dance salsa from experts. Pedal into Havana and visit the ethereal community installation of Jose Fuster dubbed the Picasso of the Caribbean. Explore lively Habana Vieja, ending in Plaza de Armas, Havana's oldest square, with a local expert. Entrepreneurs and paladar (restaurant) owners share their passions and stories of how they launched their businesses. Enjoy a performance by the young Habana Compas dance group. Explore isolated areas of Vedado and experience a thriving outdoor market. Savour our final lunch together before returning to our hotel, where the trip ends.
This package includes 5 nights of accommodations in comfortable 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.
Nothing beats Cuba and a multi-adventure tour. For 6 days, surrender to the vibrant mix of culture, adventure, and local insights, all wrapped in the island's captivating beauty. This is more than a tour—it's an invitation to live Cuba's passion, one unforgettable moment at a time.
Venture on an extraordinary journey along New Zealand’s renowned Alps to Ocean (A2O) Trail, where cycling transcends the ordinary. Over eight exhilarating days, experience luxury cycling paired with exquisite accommodations and the finest hosting experiences in the region, creating memories that last a lifetime. Traverse diverse terrains and take in breathtaking vistas that highlight the stunning beauty of the Mackenzie Basin and Waitaki District. This self-guided odyssey grants you the freedom to craft your own schedule, offering a comfortable pace that lets you savour the journey on your own terms, with ample support throughout.
Your adventure begins with a scenic transfer from Queenstown or Christchurch to Twizel, offering stunning views of Lake Pukaki. Start with a peaceful 4 km ride along the lake's edge before tackling a breathtaking 58 km stretch that mirrors the sky. Reach Aoraki/Mt Cook Alpine Village, home to the iconic Hermitage Hotel and the Sir Edmund Hillary Museum, where tales of Antarctic exploration come alive. Explore glacier landscapes on the Tasman Glacier and enjoy serene walks through Hooker Valley. Cycle through the tranquil plains of Lake Ohau and ascend the Tarnbrae Trail for panoramic views of the Mackenzie Basin. Traverse hydro lakes and the monumental Benmore Dam, culminating in a scenic descent into Ōamaru. On your last day, you’ll transfer to Christchurch where your incredible journey ends. Along the way, indulge in unique experiences like a Tasman Glacier boat cruise, stargazing, soaking in private hot tubs, and savoring a decadent 3-course dinner and wine tasting.
The package includes 7 nights in luxury lodges on a twin-share basis, with meals and transport as specified. This self-guided adventure features a trip coordinator for support and daily bag transfers, allowing you to focus on soaking in the stunning scenery.
Saddle up for a ride of a lifetime on the Alps to Ocean (A2O) Trail, where each day brings extraordinary encounters and unforgettable moments, all in unparalleled luxury.
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.