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Immerse into an ambiance of unapparelled serenity at Amansara, a Cambodian modernist residence offering both cultural and spiritual experiences for all. Just 10 minutes away from the UNESCO World Heritage Site Angkor Wat, amid landscaped gardens and a green army of trees, this resort offers the Amansara “Heavenly Peace'' that every escapee deserves in Cambodia's Siem Reap region. Luxury and comfortable accommodations are lavish in the hotel's thoughtfully appointed suites that combine living and bedrooms. Suites feature floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a central garden courtyard, a private plunge pool for 12 suites, and a bathroom with an island bath, among other amenities. Culinary experiences at Amansara are dreamy and available at three spots. The picturesque circular restaurant facing flourishing lawns is home to traditional Khmer and Western cuisines, the Khmer village house within the Angkor Wat historical site is for candlelit dinners, while the roof terrace is for scintillating cocktails. Staying true to Aman's commitment to wellness are four treatment rooms offering a range of treatments, including forest therapy and a Aspara spa ritual to rekindle body-mind synergy and help you relax better. Unlock the wonders of UNESCO-renowned Angkor Wat, the world’s largest temple complex behind the resort. Explore this historic site at your pace on foot, on a bicycle or with a customised remork. Venture afar into the Siem Reap countryside via a vintage jeep, cruise the freshwaters of Tonle Sap Lake, sighting quaint villages, and embark on a museum tour with a personal curator.
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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.
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.
Ellerman House is the quintessential urban retreat for discerning luxury travellers wanting complete exclusivity and privacy in Cape Town. Located in Bantry Bay, this Edwardian mansion with its elevated jaw dropping cliffside position offer discreet glamour, splendid isolation and spectacular Atlantic Ocean views. A bastion of elegance and culture, Ellerman is an art and wine filled escape in an Edwardian mansion. The owner’s extensive South African art collection and the Ellerman House Wine Gallery, offers an interactive art and wine experience amid a vast collection of 7500 bottle collection of South African vintage wines and two centuries of most important repositories of South African art – part of the rich Ellerman experience. It boasts more of a private house than a hotel. The epitome of luxury and comfort, whether you choose the opulent atmosphere of Ellerman House or the modern style of its villas, you too will fall under the spell of this address that combines all the pleasures of Cape Town. Enjoy the gourmet cuisine, tasting fine vintage wines, surveying the impressive private art collection, stroll the expansive terraced gardens plus a view of the Atlantic Ocean that is quite simply spectacular put together.
* 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.
Journey to the bottom of the world to discover a sea kayaking experience unlike any other.
With return scenic flights included out of Hobart’s Cambridge Airport, this luxury, 4-day sea kayaking expedition takes you through the pristine waterways of Tasmania’s Wilderness World Heritage Area, one of the most isolated places on Earth. Launching from Bathurst Harbour, paddle across open stretches of water and along dramatic coastlines and remote rivers. Marvel at sandy beaches, sheer clifftops and the unique Celery Top Islands. Take an easy walk to the summit of Mt Beattie for a breathtaking aerial view of the park below. There is no roads or settlements here – only unspoilt natural beauty that is best observed from the water.
You’ll stay at Forest Lagoon Wilderness Camp, where the beauty of nature is never far away. This eco-friendly camp is designed to sit lightly on the land with spacious platform tents and real beds to ensure you sleep soundly after a day’s paddling. There is no better place in the area to rest your head.
This luxury package includes return transfers from/to Hobart and a scenic flight to the start of your kayaking adventure. Three nights’ accommodation at the Forest Lagoon Wilderness camp on a twin share basis is provided as well as national park entry fees and all meals. Sea kayaks, kayaking equipment and camping equipment are included as listed. Two professional sea kayaking guides will accompany you for the duration of the trip: they will carry a comprehensive first aid kit and emergency safety equipment.
Get off the beaten track and challenge yourself to this one-of-a-kind, 4-day kayaking expedition through Tasmania’s Wilderness Heritage Area. This is your opportunity to see this remote and beautiful part of the world as few will ever see it.
Private group bookings are available. Please contact us.
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.
Enjoy the beauty of walking in this exciting 8 days Dolomites discovery designed to explore the Italian stunning landscape at its best. Experience diverse cultures and memorable walks across beautiful architecture and lush alpine meadows including Fanes-Sennes and Dolomiti di Sesto National Parks. Relish authentic Tyrolean gourmet and capture every moment to seal an unforgettable adventure.
You journey begins in the picturesque village of Villabassa where you’ll spend your first day unwinding at your home for the week at Hotel Adler, complete with a spa and renowned restaurant within 400-year-old walls., The next day brings you to your walking journey into the Dolomites beginning at the serene Lago di Braies, a photographer’s dream location surrounded by blonde shingle beaches and jagged peaks. Here, journey to magnetic beaches with mountains rising all around or stroll past the quaint chapel overlooking the lake. Wander the beguiling Knieberg Mountain to explore the high alpine pastures along the Austrian border, and descend to Alpe Nemes hut to enjoy the magnificent view of Sesto Croda Rossa. Along the way, visit Durrenstein hut to indulge in the local Kaiserschmarrn specialty. A free day is yours to relax in the hotel wellness centre or take a self-guided walk around this wonderful area. Your walking culminates as you hike to the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, one of the best-known mountain groups in the Dolomites Alps. A Hike to the majestic Monte Piana marks the end of your incredible Italy walking adventure.
This package includes 7 nights accommodation in a 4-star hotel on a twin-share basis. Meals, transport and activities are as specified in the itinerary. We enjoy walks in the same areas on each trip, but the length and difficulty vary according to the walking level. Please make sure you choose the week that best suits your ability. Most weeks offer Activity Level 3 (Moderate) walking, between 5-7 hours walking per day. On some weeks, offer Level 5 (Challenging) walking, between 6-8 hours per day at a steady pace.
The mountainous region of Italy is more than just a new landscape to discover, it’s a marvellous delight for the eyes to witness. Immerse into an alpine paradise and take only the memories in this classic Dolomites adventure.
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
Enjoy three days of glorious cycling, explore the best sections of Tasman's Great Taste Trail, and stay at the luxury retreat Te Koi Lodge set on Nelson's Bronte Peninsula with views across Waimea Estuary. This is the ultimate combination of relaxation and adventure.
Tasman's Great Taste Trail is a network of cycleways along a sparkling coast, looping through the Tasman region's picturesque countryside dotted with galleries, vineyards and restaurants. The trail is part of Nga Haerenga, the New Zealand Cycle Trail network, one of 22 New Zealand's Great Rides. You will ride on the trail to enjoy postcard-perfect views.
At the end of your daily cycling adventure, return to the luxury secluded retreat - Te Koi Lodge looking out to the stunning waters of the Waimea Estuary. Here, you will immerse yourself in pure luxury and enjoy pre-dinner drinks and Hors d’oeuvres and 3-course table d’hote dinner; each course wine matched with quality New Zealand wines.
The tour includes bike hire, helmet, pannier day bag, and water bottle as well as pickup and dropoff accommodation daily. You only need to carry a daypack.
Combining the best New Zealand cycling experience with acclaimed Te Koi Lodge luxury accommodation, and fine food and wine, this is the ultimate luxury cycling adventure on the Tasman's Great Taste Trail.
Note: this cycling tour is self guided. If you wish to have guided tour, we can offer a private guide with supporting vehicle at an additional cost. Please let us know at time of bookng.
Please click to view Tasman's Great Taste Trail Cycling Map
Treat yourself to a taste of Cloudy Bay, with this boutique overnight package showcasing the Marlborough’s most famous winery.
Located at the top of the South Island, Marlborough is New Zealand’s largest – and most famous– wine growing region. A combination of cool yet high sunshine climate and low rainfall produces uniquely vivid wines including the iconic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Established in 1985, Cloudy Bay has done more than any other winery to put Marlborough – and New Zealand – on the map. Thirty years on, the Cloudy Bay team are committed to creating expressive, refined and fruity wines that truly embody the spirit of the region.
Self-drive to Cloudy Bay’s Marlborough Cellar Door to discover where it all began. Embark on a private tour of the vineyard to learn how the unique microclimates and soil influence the wine’s flavour and aromatic profile. Enjoy a private wine tasting hosted by a Cloudy Bay Ambassador, with a wide range of wines at an exclusive location. Cap it all off with a gourmet mixed platter for 2 overlooking the lush, rolling vines. Marlborough doesn’t get much better than this!
This exclusive 2-day self-drive package includes 1-nights’ accommodation at Escape To Picton on a twin share basis. Enviably sited on Picton’s waterfront overlooking the marina, this boutique hotel features just 3 suites, each as different from each other as they are comely. You will enjoy a gourmet breakfast at the onsite restaurant and bar as well as a 3-course dinner featuring locally sourced fresh produce.
Go behind the scenes at Cloudy Bay to discover food and wine that reflects the beauty and purity of the Marlborough region. Understand why Cloudy Bay is an icon of New Zealand wine and one of the most sought-after new world wines.
Experience serenity and luxury at the northern most resort on the Great Barrier Reef, and a luxury lodge of Australia, Lizard Island Resort. Truly secluded from the rest of the world, the resort is located right on the Great Barrier Reef and offers 24 white sand beaches and over 1000 hectares of national park. Enjoy a choice of stunning private villas, suites or the Pavilion and take to the crystal clear blue waters with numerous water activities available from diving and snorkeling, to deep sea fishing at the resort’s Beach Club. In addition to incredible water activities, relish in the natural surrounds on a private beach picnic, tantalize your taste buds with superb food and wine in the open and expansive main lodge area or indulge in spa treatments at the gorgeously appointed onsite day spa. A truly remarkable setting matched with truly remarkable service awaits at Lizard Island Resort.
Be inundated with soul-calming tranquility at this tweaked-by-man, semi-natural wonder, Hoshinoya Kyoto. Nestled along the placid Oi River, and surrounded by verdant, prosperous forests of the Japanese Southern Alps, Hoshinoya Kyoto is a delightful collection of traditional wood-framed buildings from the 19th century that have been lovingly restored to create contemporary idyllic comfort. Peregrinate to the resort on boat, relishing the soothing breeze cleansing your mind and body as a flock of kingfishers fly downstream. This oasis boasts four pavilion types; Tsukihashi, Yamanoha, Tanigausmi and Mizozune, with expansive, commanding views of the green hills, lush vegetation and the Oi River. The pavilions declare the very essence of traditional Japanese architecture. Relax in the Savour of a Rankyo Gorge like the aristocrats of the Heian period, enjoying flavorful, sumptuous specialties organised by world-class culinarians as you victual throughout the day. Carefully curated comestibles and drinks are also available via In-Room Dining, for you, in the privacy of your pavilion. A plethora of activities awaits including summer dinners at the edge of the Oi River, elegant boating, and luxurious solo trips to the forest’s depths. The resort, a fascinating concoction with tinctures of brilliance, is focused on relaxation and appreciation of culture and nature. The Hoshinoya Kyoto is your perfect gateway to exploring the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest.
Enjoy two and a half days of glorious cycling, exploring the Great Taste Trail Coastal Route from Stoke to Kaiteriteri. Then walk and kayak in the Abel Tasman National Park for two and a half days, staying in the beachfront lodges. This is the ultimate combination of relaxation and adventure. Explore the world famous Abel Tasman Coast Track in three authentic ways!
Classed as one of 'New Zealand's Great Walks', the Abel Tasman Coast Track follows the coastline through lush native bush, over limestone cliffs and along golden sandy beaches.
Tasman's Great Taste Trail is a network of cycleways along a sparkling coast, looping through the Tasman region's picturesque countryside dotted with galleries, vineyards and restaurants. You will ride on the trail to enjoy postcard-perfect views.
At end of your daily adventure, return to your beachfront lodges and enjoy a hot shower. They are the only lodge accommodation options right on the beach in the heart of the Abel Tasman National Park. Here, you enjoy a wilderness experience without giving up modern conveniences. Over a fine 3-course dinner, swap stories with fellow walkers, and be lulled to sleep by the sound of waves lapping against golden sands.
With no road access in the Abel Tasman National Park, every trip is a journey. Being part of a small group, guided by experienced local guides, you can discover the best of Abel Tasman National Park in comfort, with more time for you to relax or immerse in nature.
The cycle, walk & kayak trip is all inclusive with fine food prepared for you. You don't need to carry heavy packs during your walk or kayak as we transport all your luggage.
Blessed with a mild climate, golden beaches and lush coastal native bush, this Abel Tasman Trio Adventure delivers a safe, fun, friendly and authentic experience.