Arkaba is an oasis of comfort and style amidst a harsh and rugged landscape, where guests enjoy a taste of classic Australian country hospitality. It retains a sense of history and place.

Arkaba’s true luxury is delivered by the fact that its 60,000 acres are shared by just 10 guests, taking the definition of exclusivity to a new level in Australia.  Located in the ancient and awe-inspiring grand scale landscape of the Flinders Ranges, Arkaba is a genuine blend of conservation and tourism.

Flanked by the strikingly beautiful Elder and Chase Ranges and Rawnsley Bluff, Arkaba is recognised one of the most beautiful outback properties in the country. Arkaba has an Aboriginal history going back thousands of years and a geological history that dates back hundreds of millions of years.

THE FLINDERS RANGES IS IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN FOR TAKING IN THE SHEER SIZE AND SCALE OF AUSTRALIA’S OUTBACK OFFERING MAGICAL AND MEMORABLE CONTACT WITH THIS ANCIENT LAND.

Arkaba’s settler history stretches back to the 1850s and one of the property’s earliest guests was John McDouall Stuart on his epic first crossing of the continent.

Formerly a sheep station and now a private conservancy, Arkaba provides the opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the story of the bush – its ancient geology, diverse wildlife and the chance to get ‘hands on’ with the conservation programs of the property.

* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Due to different accommodation custom and currency conversion in each country, please contact us if need to know most updated pricing and more details about the accommodation.

Take a luxury exploration of Indonesia’s spectacular Raja Ampat Islands, an Indonesian archipelago off the northwest tip of Bird’s Head Peninsula in West Papua, on this all-inclusive seven-day, six-night cruise on board the Alila Purnama. Marvel at this patchwork of jungle-covered islands, fringed by beautiful beaches and teeming coral reefs.

Keen divers and snorkelers will enjoy daily discoveries beneath the surface in the waters surrounding this stunningly unspoiled region, covering 40,000 square km of land and sea. You’ll cross the equator travelling vast distances through the night to experience the surprising diversity of a picture postcard destination. You’ll visit a pearl farm, experience an exhilarating speedboat ride, kayak, trek, encounter turtles, stingrays and myriad birdlife and relax on white sand beaches as this perfectly balanced itinerary unfolds. You’ll discover the cultures of this unique location as you meet local island residents and learn of their way of life.

Relax each night on the Alila Purnama in your ultra-modern cabin. Each suite has an ensuite bathroom and queen size bed. Unwind in the spacious lounge, enjoy the dazzling views from the main deck, indulge in a massage, and let the talented chef spoil you with fresh, seasonal creations.

This once-in-a-lifetime experience begins and ends in Sorong, from where you will be transferred to commence your luxury cruise. Six-nights’ accommodation, all activities, equipment, guiding and instruction are included as well as freshly prepared meals and non-alcoholic beverages, while alcoholic beverages are available for an additional charge.

This tour offers the ideal snapshot of life on the Raja Ampat Islands, with the added allure and romance of a luxury cruise. This itinerary will inspire, delight and reinvigorate discerning travellers in search of a new adventure, among the colours and traditions of a distant and exotic destination.

Private charter is available from January - March and November - December. Departure date on request.

Price

The price is for Madura Suite, Jawa Suite, Bali Suite or Cirebon Suite, on twin share basis. Subject to price increase.

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. 

Witness Japanese warmest retreat and accommodation at the elegant five-star Kanamean Nishitomiya, a luxury Relais & Chateaux hotel, where serenity and priceless hospitality are norms. Nestled among a string of landmarks in downtown Kyoto, this traditional Japanese ryokan inn effortlessly blurs the line between ancient and modern hotel features. A stay here ushers you into the welcoming arms of Mr. and Mrs. Nishida, the fifth generation of hoteliers running the property and maintaining the standards set by its founders Kazuo Nishida and his wife Kyoko. Five rooms and two luxury suites across two levels provide exotic wooden accommodation with captivating views of the surrounding gardens that complement the ambiance and freshen the air. Rooms are outfitted with tatami mat floors, elegant bathrooms, sliding paper screens, Japanese-style hinoki cypress wood baths, wi-fi, and other essential modern features. Mouth-watering and gourmet-class meals are abundant at the Nishitomiya diner set, where each month comes with a different cuisine theme, and the Kaname diner setting combines varied cooking styles to prepare western and Japanese cuisine options. Step out of the hotel's snuggled comfort into the charming and historic streets of Kyoto to explore the diverse attractions it houses on a city-guided tour. Shop around the city on foot or use a bike, while paying homage to ancient temples, shrines, historical landmarks, and fascinating architecture.

* 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.

A magical and sensational experience with nature's finest awaits you as you luxuriate at the only resort to inhabit the pristine Thaa Atoll, the Como Maalifushi. Perched pearl-like in an untouched corner of the Maldives, the Como Maalifushi is the perfect getaway from the worries of life. With sweeping views of the Indian Ocean, you are sure to wake up to the sights and sounds of the ocean from the comfort of your elegantly furnished spacious room while maintaining the island’s calming setting. Bask in the euphoria of nature with plenty of wildlife both on land and underwater to explore. Start your day bringing balance between your mind and body as you indulge in sunrise yoga with an expert, rejuvenate at the spa, take a refreshing dip in its outdoor pool, unwind leisurely with a drink on the sun loungers while relishing the blissful scenery that surrounds you. Get up close with whale sharks on a whale-shark excursion, watch the magnificent dolphins on a splash net cruise, snorkel amidst the extraordinary marine life during the day, or at night, tent out in romance and luxury beneath the stars or simply dip into the life of locals on a nearby island; the endless possibilities are at your fingertips.

* 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.

Escape to tropical paradise at The Reef House. Overlooking Palm Cove Beach and the sparkling Coral Sea, this iconic boutique hotel is a North Queensland treasure providing the opportunity to relax and revive for over 47 years. Stay in your choice of room, suite, villa or apartment, relax in the adult’s only pool, revive with yoga, aqua aerobics and cocktail making classes or rejuvenate in the multi-awarded Reef House Day Spa. Finish your day with complimentary drinks and canapes served in the Brigadier’s lounge before dining under the stars in the awarded Reef House restaurant.

* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Due to different accommodation custom and currency conversion in each country, please contact us if need to know most updated pricing and more details about the accommodation.

Private. Epic. Remote. Once-In-A-Lifetime…

Discover Western Australia’s wild South Coast and experience Albany’s premier day walk - Torndirrup’s Bald Head Walk, two spectacular National Parks (Torndirrup and William Bay), and lunch at one of Denmark’s best wineries, with this incredible 3-day package.

Commencing from Perth or Albany Airport, set out to uncover the magic of the ‘Rainbow Coast’, the South Coast of Western Australia. One of the most beautiful places on Earth, this coast includes Albany, Denmark and Walpole, where you will find pristine beaches, rocky coastline and ancient Karri and Tingle forests that will draw you back to nature.

Over 3-days, delve deep into the Torndirrup and William Bay National Parks and take on the region’s best walks with your very own private guide. Part of the long distance Bibbulmun Track, Torndirrup’s Bald Head Walk is known as one of Australia’s best day walks for its vibrant rock formations, wild clifftop and Southern Ocean views. Meanwhile, William Bay’s Greens Pool is regular included in Australia’s best beaches lists. You will also visit The Valley of the Giants Tree-top Walk for the ultimate bird’s eye view of the forest canopy.

At the end of each walk, you will be treated to some of the region’s best culinary experiences. Enjoy cheese and bubbles at the Bibbulmun Track lookout and a sumptuous 4-course lunch with matched wines at the award-winning Pepper & Salt Restaurant. You will also enjoy a complimentary wine tasting at Forest Hill Estate Cellar door.

This incredible 3-day package includes 2-nights’ accommodation at the luxurious Beach House at Bayside in a King Balcony Room on a twin share basis. Complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and port and chocolates in the evening are included with your stay, along with complimentary transfer to town in the evening if you would like to dine out.

Walk into luxury in Western Australia’s South West, with this 3-day package that showcases the best of the Albany Coast. This package is perfect for couples and small groups wanting to combine 5-star trails with 5-star accommodation, food and wine.

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. 

Explore the Queen Charlotte Track in style! Queen Charlotte Track - The Ultimate Luxury Walk is wilderness walking at its most civilised. This 4-day luxury walking holiday is the ultimate escape to New Zealand's world-famous Queen Charlotte Track - one of New Zealand's nine Great Walks. Stay at 5-star lodge - Bay of Many Coves Resort by night and walk alongside bush clad coves and incredible landscapes by day.

The Queen Charlotte Track takes in the magnificent sights between Queen Charlotte Sound and Kenepuru Sound in the Marlborough Sounds. It extends from Ship Cove in the north to Anakiwa in the south. The famous track leads through native bush along the ridgeline of hills between the sounds, offering spectacular views in every direction. This manageable itinerary incorporates gorgeous coastal views across native bush, walking between 4 and 8 hours a day. Marlborough Sounds is a collection of ancient sunken river valleys filled with the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Forested hills rise dramatically from the ocean around a winding coastline of sheltered inlets and sandy bays. The area has three main bodies of water - Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorous Sounds which offer diverse scenery and shelter the habitats of myriad local bird and animal life.

This is a lodge based walk. From your luxury accommodation at the acclaimed Bay of Many Coves Resort, travel each day to a different section of the Queen Charlotte Track returning at day's end to a luxurious one bedroom apartment with beautiful views over the bay. Here you will enjoy a 3-course dinner each night with wine.

Your luxury tour includes 3 nights' accommodation at Bay of Many Coves Resort on a twin share basis (single supplement available at additional expense), all meals and snacks, private guided walks each day with an experienced and knowledgeable guide, all transport and return transfers from/to Picton.

The Queen Charlotte Track in the Marlborough Sounds is known as the finest and most diverse coastal track in New Zealand. Combining the best hiking routes with acclaimed Bay of Many Coves Resort, the walk represents the ultimate in luxury on the Queen Charlotte Track.

Departure Dates

Depart daily on request.

Upgrade to Partially Guided

You can choose to have a local guide for your first day. The first day is regarded as the premier section of the Queen Charlotte Track with many beautiful views of Marlborough Sounds. Your local guide will explain the European and Maori connections of this significant historical area as well as providing detailed information on flora and fauna along the trail and general track advice. You are then well equipped to continue on your way for the remainder of your self-guided walk for the rest of three days. Additional cost: $250 per person.

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. 

Walk to explore Shanghai and some hidden gems nearby, complete the bucket-list Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) hiking, venture off the beaten path to Tongli Water Town, and wander in the picturesque ancient villages. Famous attractions, breathtaking scenery, fascinating local culture and exotic dining are all wrapped up in this six day luxury walking package.

Reputed as the 'Paris of the East', Shanghai has undergone a huge transformation from a backwater fishing village to major commercial centre. Vertiginous and teeming, Shanghai has a lot of stories to tell. Your Shanghai stories unfold while you walk along some of the best Shanghai attractions including the graceful colonial buildings along the Bund, towering skyscrapers of Pudong, stylish Xin Tian Di and classic Yu Garden. Then venture off the beaten tracks to explore hidden alleys, bazzar markets and a secret propaganda post museum. You'll sky walk atop the Shanghai World Financial Centre (over 400 metre high) to catch a panoramic view of the Shanghai's old and new. Cuise along Pujiang River to admire the grace of the Bund and the impressive modern skylines of Pudong.

Away from the most cosmopolitan city in China, you'll experience the picturesque old water town Tongli on a river boat ride. You'll journey into the UNESCO World Heritage Site including climbing up the famous Huangshan for spectacular natural scenery and walk in the 800-year-old villages preserved with traditional Southern Hui-style architecture kept intact along its winding waterways as well as some of the settings for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

The tour also provides you with rare opportunities to engage the Chinese culture and locals. Practice Tai Chi with a master at a traditional Chinese courtyard residence and watch Suzhou Pingtan (a regional musical/oral performance art form) while enjoy Chinese fine dinning.

Throughout the trip, you'll stay at the best accommodation in the city/town, including the iconic Fairmont Peace Hotel - a favourite with the local elite and foreign celebrities, including Charlie Chaplin, and Banyan Tree Huangshan - a picturesque retreat nestled at the foot of the majestic Huangshan and surrounded by awe-inspiring landscapes.

You'll have an experienced English speaking local guide with all the insider knowledge throughout the tour.

Take the tour of a lifetime from Shanghai to Huangshan, and beyond.

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. 

Embark on an immersive and unique discovery of the Canadian Arctic where a blend of wildlife and wild locations set amidst the stunning colours of Autumn. This 9 day arctic walking safari incorporates the very best wildlife opportunities from glamping at a tundra in the Canadian Barren Lands to daily 10km or more trekking in search of polar bears at Seal River Heritage Lodge. Trod through wildly thrilling landmarks and historical moments with sprawling wildlife encounters. Relish local canadian cuisines, history, and tread iconic routes complete with an awe-inspiring display of the colourful Canadian autumn on this 9-day Arctic walking safari.

Your spectacular adventure begins with an overnight in Winnipeg, for a next morning flight to Churchill where your photo safari adventure begins. Embark on a 1 hour scenic flight, offering stunning aerial photo opportunities of the rugged Hudson Bay coastline to your remote camp for the next 2 days at Tundra Camp in the heart of the Canadian Barren Lands. Spend your days nature trekking in this remote wilderness from walking in the ancient migratory path of the Qaminurjuaq Caribou herd and learning about Arctic flora and fauna to inoperative hikes on The Hudson Plains and Taiga Shield that are rich ecosystems filled with history with naturalist guides. Your adventure continues at the remote Seal River Heritage Lodge, a prime location for polar bear viewing. Here, your wildlife excursions will target on-the-ground viewing of these iconic animals as well as other fascinating Arctic wildlife. Retreat back each night to your cosy lodge where you’ll be treated to tundra-inspired dinner affairs where evenings end unwinding by the fireplace sharing the day’s adventures or taking an educational lecture or slide show. You’ll fly returning to Churchill, with a day exploring its vast geographical wonder while learning from guides about its rich history. Uncover the Itsanitaq Museum, Polar Bear Jail, and Parks Canada exhibit before flying back to Winnipeg for an overnight stay to end your magical journey.

This package includes 8 nights accommodation on a twin share basis with 2 nights glamping and 4 nights lodge stay. The highlight is staying at Seal River Heritage Lodge, perched on the rugged coast of Hudson Bay and located near the Seal River Estuary. This Lodge is in a prime location for observing polar bears as they wander the coast. The fenced-in compound, viewing platforms and tower lend themselves to unique photography opportunities for northern lights and the wildlife that approach. All meals and activities specified in itinerary are inclusive as well as interpretive guides.

Immerse into real-life magic out in the remote and barren regions of the Arctic and uncover its endless wilderness with unforgettable wildlife encounters.

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

Embark on a soulful adventure along the revered Camino de Santiago, enhanced by the Portuguese Camino Walk that bridges Portugal and Spain. This 9-day sacred pilgrimage combines the Central and Coastal Routes, offering the best highlights of both paths, with a captivating twist. Discover the lesser-trodden spiritual path of the Portuguese Camino, believed to be St. James’ original route. Immerse yourself in a journey adorned with ancient stone crosses, mystical landscapes, and the Camino’s deep spiritual essence.

Your adventure begins in Porto, where its historic streets come alive. Lace up your adventure boots and set off from Matosinhos, traversing the stunning Litorial Camino. Wander through charming boardwalks and seaside promenades to the mediaeval marvel of Viana de Castelo. Immerse yourself in lush forests and serene Portuguese hamlets before reaching the sunlit shores and historic fort of Vila Praia de Ancora. Continue along a tranquil coastal path to the fortified enclave of Caminha, then jet off to Valença, renowned for its artisan treasures. Marvel at Tui’s grand Romanesque-Gothic cathedral before following the scenic Louro River to the mining town of O Porriño. Experience the Spiritual Variant of the Camino through O Salnés, where the 12th-century Armenteira monastery stands sentinel. Explore the Stone and Water Route, with its ancient mills and cascading waterfalls. Embark on the Translatio boat pilgrimage, passing ancient crosses and storied fortresses. Conclude your epic saga in Santiago de Compostela, wandering its legendary streets before ending your journey.

The package includes 8 nights' accommodation in standard hotels and one night in a rural house hotel on a twin-share basis. All rooms feature private bathrooms. Meals, luggage transfer and guide is included as specified. Walk in comfort with only a daypack throughout your walk. The tour is group tour with max. 16 people per departure.

Surrender to a journey of bold encounters and rare experiences that few pilgrims ever know. Each moment and adventure will plunge you into the heart of the Camino, revealing hidden gems and transforming the everyday into the extraordinary.

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.