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Outshine your perception of the world, as you set out on an expenditure into Oman’s Muscat and The Gulf. A journey to the mountain villages and Bedouin desert leaving you traversed into the rich Arabian culture and traditions. Venture in the Middle East on these 7 days walking adventure across sand dunes, vibrant beaches, and lonesome historic villages.
Begin your venture with the exploration of Oman’s capital, Muscat, and be captivated by the extensive deserts, towering palms, and mighty peaks. Ride a camel to spectate the scenic vistas and discover the heart-warming invitations of locals to give you a great feast of freshly prepared cuisine garnished with native ingredients. Explore a centuries-old Omani village perched high in the Jebel Shams mountains and uncover rose water factories. Bait Al Safah living museum will update the history geek within you with the ancient Omani traditions. Get a little off track to stun yourself with the ruins of the age-old isolated village situated within the mountains of Jabal Al Akhdar. The long-standing city of Nizwa takes you back in time to learn the ancient history of Omani culture. Along the way, delve into Arabian rituals like Hammam or Henna painting, a great way to connect with the locals and their traditions. Feel the bustle as you meander the vibrant souq and shop for fruits, veggies, artifacts, antiques, and silver jewelry. Cap off an enriching journey exploring the stone walled alleyways of Nizwa, one of the oldest cities in Oman including the intricate Grand Mosque.
This luxury package includes 6 nights’ accommodation in quaint hotels on a twin-share basis. 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 and hiking 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 hike in true comfort.
Step onto the land flanked by sea and mountains offering distinctive natural and architectural wonders. Count the gifted memories in every moment of your journey taking you to the bounty of an oasis kingdom of this magical part of the Middle East.
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Experience one of Australia’s greatest road trips, with this 6-day self-drive package that showcases the best of Tasmania’s East Coast. Perfect for nature lovers, this package takes you from Hobart to Launceston via the Lonely Planet’s hottest travel destinations: Freycinet National Park and the Bay of Fires.
A journey to celebrate simple luxuries – peace and pleasure in equal measure.
Tasmania’s East Coast, with its long white sandy beaches, secluded bays, and pristine national parks, offers a coastal experience like no other. Along the Great Eastern Drive, you’ll experience some of the world’s most inspiring landscapes as well as historic towns and classic seaside villages, fresh seafood and friendly locals – all on one of the best scenic coastal drives in the country.
Heading north from Hobart, you’ll make fantastic use of your National Parks Pass. Discover fascinating human history and striking Painted Cliffs at Maria Island; kayak beneath pink granite mountains and venture to the famous Wineglass Bay at Freycinet National Park; immerse yourself in crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches and orange lichen-covered granite boulders at the Bay of Fires; and, as you journey inland towards Launceston, uncover temperate rainforests, fresh grown produce and the rich heritage of the boom days of tin mining. You’ll also traverse the delightful East Coast Wine Trail, showcasing the finest vintages as well as handcrafted beers, spirits and ciders.
This 6-day self-drive package includes 5-nights’ in handpicked, boutique accommodation in Hobart, Orford, Freycinet, Bay of Fires and Launceston on a twin share basis. Select meals are included as well as activities and experiences as per the itinerary.
Discover the natural splendour of Tasmania’s East Coast, with this 6-day self-drive package. Here, you will find a place of encounters, stories and treasures, where small, unexpected moments will become lifelong memories.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points.
Embark on an 11-day odyssey along the Brahmaputra River, a voyage that immerses you in the heart of India's soul. From Dibrugarh to Guwahati, this comprehensive journey unveils the wonders of India's depth. Experience the languid rhythm of cruising as you explore temples, ruins, villages and vibrant cuisine. Delve into the tapestry of its culture, with a highlight being the UNESCO treasure, Kaziranga National Park. This expedition offers a slow dance with time, a captivating blend of sights, safaris, and stories, painting an unforgettable portrait of India's essence.
Embark on a captivating voyage from Dibrugarh or Jorhat where you begin in Sibsagar, a former Ahom capital, where a monumental temple tank awaits. Majuli Island’s monasteries beckon before a tribal village glimpse and a thrilling jeep safari at Kaziranga National Park. Two more safaris follow, revealing wildlife and lush flora. Cruise downstream, discovering ancient temples at Tezpur and marvel at the silk weaving village of Sualkuchi. You’ll sail onward, uncovering Guwahati's gems, from war graves to museums. Finally, you will uncover a varied journey through the rich tapestry of life in Assam where you’ll end your captivating cruise in Guwahati with memories to cherish.
In between adventures, nestle into the luxurious embrace of ABN Charaidew II as your cruising haven. Nights become treasures within spacious deluxe cabins, cocooned in comfort. Let impeccable room services attend to your every need, while the dining hall serves up a fusion of Indian and Western flavours to delight your palate. Beyond, a world of pampering awaits: a spa to soothe, a gym to invigorate, a mini library to escape, and an air-conditioned saloon to unwind. Your indulgence knows no bounds aboard this floating sanctuary.
The cruise package includes 10 nights' accommodation aboard a luxury vessel on a twin-share basis. All meals, excursions, and transfers are included as specified with an escort of an English-speaking guide.
Savor 11 days cruising the Brahmaputra's magic, unlocking joy as you luxuriate on this grand expedition from unlocking its iconic as well as hidden gems.
NOTE: This itinerary, including the cruise and approximate driving durations, is subject to river and weather conditions. Kaziranga National Park comprises low-lying grassland, which may not be visitable when the river is at or near flood level.
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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!
An adventure that feeds your fascination with every landscape, scenery, and activity; experience southern France in all its beauty. Witness the melodies of the cicadas, jagged sage-decorated cliffs, pristine waters, and glamorous beaches. Taste luscious dishes and wines and learn the ways of the French on this 6-day walking adventure from Provence to the French Riviera.
Kick off your exhilarating trip in the spellbinding Aix-en-Provence. Traverse old shepherds' paths through the jagged hills and soak in views over a peaceful reservoir. Admire the striking massif of Mont Sainte-Victoire, which the likes of Cézanne and Picasso have painted. The gorgeous town of Cassis gives you a magnificent welcome to the coast with its unique calanques and tapered coves where crystalline water swishes at the cliffs. Observe the calanques up close on a boat ride to unfrequented swimming spots. Make your way east into the heart of the Riviera, hiking from one hilltop village to the next. Savour a delightful meal in the hidden lanes of Ramatuelle, a Plus Beaux (Most Beautiful) Village of France. Explore the beautiful Tropézienne on foot. Celebrate your exciting week with a mouthwatering meal and one last morning stroll by the sea before bidding goodbye with a shuttle to Nice.
This luxury package includes 5 nights of accommodations in luxury 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.
Live your fantasy taking strolls along romantic alleyways, beholding and capturing nature’s blinding allure and savouring a week of luxury in France on this 6-day adventure.
Xugana Lagoon is widely recognised as the most spectacular permanent water site in the Okavango Delta, which itself is Africa’s largest andmost awe-inspiring oasis. Owing to its remote delta location, Xugana Island Lodge is a year round water paradise offering you to experience the beauty of the Okavango Delta with its myriad of deep waterways, open floodplains and diverse wildlife inhabitants. Accommodation is lavish in 8 elevated thatch chalets facing the lagoon and featuring spacious ensuite bathrooms, private viewing decks, hedonistic beds, and Livingston décor. Pamper your palates with zestful flavours of sensational cuisines crafted by seasoned chefs at the Boma and its outdoor dining area under an ebony and African tree Mangosteen canopy, offering spectacular views of the calm lagoon. The lodge boasts a spacious and cosy living room for laid-back comfort after a rewarding hectic day of adventure, including a swimming pool within the island’s mature gardens for invigorating laps. The camp is a bee-hive of activities all year round, especially water-based activities that involve exploring the delta on canoe or motorboat, fishing, sighting hippos and terrific plant species, and beholding the magnificence of the channels and unraveled islands. Game viewing is thrilling via game drives on the dry tracts of land on the island. Guided walking safaris to see the wildlife, sunset cruises, night game drives, bird watching, and helicopter flights for jaw-dropping panoramic views of the world’s largest inland delta are on the menu of adrenaline-pumping activities here. Sensational experiences and memories are all for the taking on the Xugana Island Lodge.
* 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.
Make Tierra del Fuego yours on a 4-day cruise and walk adventure to the end of the world. Immerse in a series of fascinating undertakings; tame the mystical wilds of the Tierra del Fuego National Park, boat on the Beagle Channel, and revel in the unbridled glory of this South American hidden gem.
The adventure begins in Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city on the shores of the Beagle Channel. Next day, proceed to Gable Island via the middle of the Beagle Channel, passing through Harberton Ranch, Terra Firma, and Martillo Islands to spot breeding penguins. Hike across Gable Island, spotting wildlife and various plant and animal species. Drive to Tierra Del Fuego National Park, and explore through paths along the shore that reveals the park's most striking natural wonders. Board a zodiac boat, sail across the Beagle Channel to Redonda Island and end the day's excursion in Lapataia Bay. On the final lap, cruise along the Beagle Channel to Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and Isla de Lobos before driving to the airport for heartfelt farewells.
Each night of the trip is exceptional in the idyllic Alto Andino Hotel in Ushuaia. Enjoy a high quality stay in its cosy rooms furnished with breathtaking views of the Patagonian landscapes. Relish delectable meals and outstanding services throughout. An available upgrade to the Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa boasts more impressive views, a spa and two swimming pools.
The trip package includes 3 nights of accommodation in Ushuaia on a twin-share basis in a comfortable hotel. Upgrade to superior accommodation is available at 4 star Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa boasting more impressive views, a spa and two swimming pools. Meals, activities andnf English speaking guide are included as specified.
Enjoy the ego and thrill of exploring the end of the world, craft irreplaceable memories, and experience nature untainted at the Tierra Del Fuego National Park on this 4-day unparalleled adventure.
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day Kimberley cruise from Broome to Darwin aboard a luxurious small expedition cruise. This cruise is perfect for those wanting to experience the hidden gems of the Kimberley Coast, as well as must-see sights including Horizontal Falls, King Cascades, Mitchell Falls and the 80-metre King George twin falls.
There is nothing quite as immersive, invigorating, profound and peaceful as a Kimberley Coast cruise. Here, in one of the oldest and largest landscapes on Earth, is a largely untouched wilderness of striking contrasts, with 1,200-kilometres (746mi) of sheer cliffs, pristine white sands and clear turquoise waters teeming with marine life.
Embarking from Broome, Western Australia, this immersive cruise aboard a Coral Expeditions ship takes you far beyond the crowds to the ‘real’ Kimberley. With an expert crew, retrace the history of Phillip Parker King, who first charted this incredible coastline over 200 years ago. Learn about the history of the ancient Gwion Gwion and Wandjina rock paintings. Marvel at the astonishing ‘sideways’ waterfall, Horizontal Falls. Witness some of the biggest tidal changes on Earth at Montgomery Reef. Board a Zodiac and touch the spray from the magnificent King George River and its towering 80-metre twin falls. These are just some of the experiences offered on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.
Throughout your journey, choose the activities and experiences that suit you. Spend your days swimming and snorkelling, or else venture ashore for guided tours in destinations including Doubtful Bay, Careening Bay and Prince Frederick Harbour. Alternatively, if you wish to stay on board during the day and simply enjoy the scenery you are welcome to do so. After the day’s exertions, retire to the onboard panoramic Xplorer bar and recharge with some of Australia’s famous food and wine.
This once-in-a-lifetime expedition cruise includes 11-nights aboard a Coral Expeditions ship – Coral Adventurer, Coral Discoverer or Coral Geographer – on a twin share basis. These luxurious vessels are purpose-built to take you closer to unspoilt vistas in comfort, style and safety. Their shallow draught and manoeuvrability allow them to reach some of Australia’s most remote and rarely visited coastlines, while their tender vessels enable you to venture even further.
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 splendour of the Kimberley Coast with this unforgettable 11-day expedition cruise. This grand and regal landscape must be seen to be believed.
Please note this cruise route is operated from Broome to Darwin and Darwin to Broome.
Vessel & Cabin Type Please refer to the 'Vessel, Cabin & Fares' section below.
There are very few global journeys hailed as a national treasure. Travelling on The Ghan is one.
Over three magical days, journey through the heart of Australia onboard The Ghan, the ultimate outback rail journey from Adelaide. With a history dating back over 90 years to the first Afghan-Australian cameleers, this legendary train evokes a frontier spirit, a romantic connection to the land, and travelling on it creates a moving and unforgettable life experience.
Throughout your journey, you will enjoy unique Off Train Excursions to suit every fitness level. In Alice Springs, discover the Red Centre your way with a tour of the town, a guided walk to Simpsons Gap, or a visit to The Alice Springs Desert Park, where you can get up close to native wildlife. You may choose to elevate your experience with a scenic helicopter or fixed wing flight over The Alice and the surrounding area. Or, you may embrace the colourful history The Ghan with a guided camel trek through the desert. In Katherine, explore the spectacular sandstone country of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge on a guided cruise and learn more about the local Indigenous people and their inspiring rock paintings. Or, venture out to an authentic cattle station to witness real horse-starting and working dog demonstrations entwined with live music and humorous bush tales. You’ll arrive into Darwin having completed one of the world’s great travel experiences.
This once-in-a-lifetime journey includes 2-nights’ accommodation onboard the Ghan Gold Cabin from Adelaide to Alice Springs. Your private cabin is the perfect place to relax and recharge before heading for the lounge or dining carriage. Amenities include power outlets and in-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary. You’ll enjoy all-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant, with a gourmet regionally inspired menu paired with fine wine and beverages. You’ll also enjoy access to the Outback Explorer Lounge for beverages and socialising. Luggage allowance is 60 kilograms per guest. This package also includes a breathtaking early morning off train experience in Marla, an outback outpost in far north South Australia.
Experience the outback rail journey of a lifetime onboard The Ghan, with this all-inclusive 3-day package from Adelaide to Darwin. This adventure and romance of this incredible journey will take your breath away.
Departs Adelaide on Sundays (Feb - Nov)
Cabin Upgrade: The price is based on Gold Twin. Upgrade to Gold Superior and Platinum Service is available at an additional cost. Please contact us to book cabin upgrade.
Solo Travel: For solo traveller, Gold Single is available onboard The Ghan. Please contact us to book Gold Single. Please contact us to book.
The Ultimate Guilin Yangshuo Luxury Walk offers you the opportunity to experience mountains and rivers like those in a Chinese scroll painting, including mist-shrouded limestone karsts, the meandering Li River and the spectacular emerald Longji Rice Terraces (Dragon's Backbone rice terraces). You'll also get to the heart of Yangshuo's tranquil rural life, bike across the Li Valley, ride a bamboo raft along the Li River between ethnic minority towns, and learn to cook like a local.
Set against a backdrop of dramatic karst peaks, and considered as one of the top ten hiking routes in China, the Li River is a classic walking track for you to exercise and immerse yourself in nature. You'll also challenge your prowess by traversing the mesmerising manmade tiers of jade-green rice paddies. The scenery along this route is fantastic, with seasonal colours and ancient minority houses. During your walking trip, you'll also venture into the inspiring region, appreciating poetic countryside scenery, and seeing the life of locals.
When the sun sets and all the fishermen have gone home, if your energy permits, you can continue a night walk on West Street, the oldest street in Yangshuo with a history of more than 1,400 years. This most prosperous district attracts many visitors due to its unique mix of cultures.
Throughout your journey, you'll stay and rest at luxury accommodation including Yangshuo Banyan Tree, a village style resort reflecting the understated elegance and offering you mesmerising views of remarkable mountain range and crisp air along the Li River.
Make lasting memories in Guilin and Yangshuo.