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Experience some of Japan's most iconic and memorable locations on two wheels and by foot. Over two incredible days, explore this UNESCO-listed national park and Lake Yamanakako, located at the northern base of Mount Fuji, on this fascinating, fully-guided package.
Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan, rising to 3,776m. The beautiful cone-shaped mountain is located west of Tokyo, surrounded by lakes in a national park and has long been revered by Japanese people for its historical and spiritual significance. This compact itinerary is the ideal introduction to a fascinating region, rich in cultural heritage. The journey begins at the largest of the five lakes, Lake Yamanakako before climbing Mount Fuji’s northern slopes on the Fuji Subaru Line. Admire spectacular views of the Fuji Five Lakes below before descending once more and exploring the remaining Lakes: Kawaguchiko, Saiko, Shojiko and Motosuko.
You can choose to stay at Fuji View Hotel (4 Star) or Konansou Ryokan (5 Star).
4 Star Option: Overlooking Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, Fuji View Hotel offers spacious modern accommodations surrounded by gorgeous Japanese gardens with lush greenery. Your moderate Japanese room has Mount Fuji views. Here, enjoy Japanese/traditional French cuisine.
5 Star Option: Spend two nights' enjoying the gentle hospitality at Konansou Ryokan, a traditional Japanese Ryokan, situated within the Fuji Kawaguchiko Onsen resort at the base of Mount Fuji. This charming Ryokan takes in panoramic views of the snow-topped peak of Mount Fuji and offers Japanese and Western style guest rooms with its own private open-air hot spring baths and ensuites. Here, enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine and regional specialities.
This tour package includes one nights' accommodation at Konansou Ryokan (or Fuji View Hotel), meals as mentioned in the itinerary, two days of guided cycling and walking, daily hotel pickup and drop off as well as transfers from and to Kawaguchiko Station at the beginning and end of your trip.
Embrace a classic Japanese experience among spectacular scenery on this engaging and inspiring journey. Traverse mesmerising landscapes admiring Japan’s most famous icon from near and far as you learn of this history and significance of this beautiful region.
Departure Dates
Departs daily on request from March - November.
Price
4 Star Option: from $1,650 AUD per person, twin share*
5 Star Option: from $1,850 AUD per person, twin share*
* Departures during weekends, peak season, and Japanese public holidays will be subject to supplementary charges.
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Immerse in a realm of glamping serenity and arouse your senses in the stylish playground of Hoshinoya, Fuji, a glamping resort resting on the red pine slopes gazing at Lake Kawaguchi. The iconic Mount Fuji sits elegantly afar, overlooking the resort, and glampers can access it on foot in less than 5 minutes, as they come up close to a four-century-old landmark. Austere cabins anchor on the slopes overlooking the lake and Mount Fuji beyond while providing exceptional shelter for glampers. These cabins are sanctuaries to enjoy the thrills of outdoor living with spacious balconies. They are furnished and designed minimally, featuring faint colours in their interiors to absorb light via walled glasses and, more importantly, highlight views of the lake and Mount Fuji. Savour the taste of tantalising French-inspired meal courses sourced from local ingredients in the wild. Meals feature games from the neighbouring wildlife sourced by clever hunters within the locality. Relish moments to cherish at the Cloud Terrace, which hosts several engaging activities, including snacking on luscious seasonal snacks while they last. Row your boat across the still waters of Lake Kawaguchi, ride a bicycle on the foot of Mount Fuji, explore the enthralling terrains of the expansive vegetation around Mount Fuji, exercise by stretching with durable cloth in the forest, and learn how to flavour food at the smoking workshop.
* 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.
Access and explore some of the best-kept secrets of the Canadian Rockies on this 6-day adventure, from the amazingly colourful wildflowers to the glacier-fed lakes and sparkling waters to the amazing number of resident creatures in the Kananaskis Country and Banff National Park.
You begin your journey in Calgary, then make your way to the stunning Kananaskis Country, and right above the Lusk Creek Valley, where you’ll get staggering view of the Fisher Mountain Range. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere beneath the cliffs of Mt.Sarrail, and relish the sights of its beautiful wildlife creatures as we hike to the spectacular Rawson Lake. Take in nature's beauty as you hike in Spray Valley Provincial Park. Climb through the radiant area in Kootenay National Park aestheticised with wildflowers and waterfalls. Absorb the view of the majestic Stanley Glacier, waterfalls and its awe-inspiring surroundings. Enjoy the feel of the crystal-clear waters of the World Heritage Lake Louise. This amazing journey ends as we savour the taste of an appetising lunch at the Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse and shuttle back to Banff.
Between activities scheduled for each day, there are varied relaxing options in your opulent accommodations. Enjoy a relaxing time at the indoor pool at the mountain lodge or book a therapeutic massage in the Nordic Spa at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge, immerse yourself in fine dining at the Michelin star restaurants at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, enjoy the stunning view of the Moraine Lake on your private deck at the Moraine Lake Lodge.
This luxury package includes 5 nights 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 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.
Drink in the serenity of the great outdoors at the Canadian Rockies where nature’s secrets are waiting to be discovered and where every step uncovers an unimaginable beauty of this part of the world. Leave inspired and refreshed as your views and not your steps are what will keep you breathless.
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Nestled along the tranquil shores of Lake Wakatipu, Rosewood Matakauri is a luxurious alpine retreat offering serenity amidst one of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes. Just minutes from Queenstown’s vibrant adventure scene, this haven blends quiet elegance with dramatic views of Walter Peak, Cecil Peak, and The Remarkables, making it a perfect escape for both relaxation and exploration.The retreat’s collection of refined suites and private villas, each showcasing floor-to-ceiling vistas of Lake Wakatipu and the iconic peaks, invites you to unwind in the lap of alpine luxury. Indulge in world-class dining inspired by seasonal New Zealand produce, rejuvenate at the tranquil spa, or simply soak in the beauty of the lake and mountains from your private balcony. With light-filled interiors designed by Virginia Fisher, its luxury suites and villas seamlessly blend residential-style comfort with impeccable design, framing the breathtaking vistas of Lake Wakatipu and the majestic mountain peaks beyond. Matakauri Lodge features a magnificent spa with pool, sauna and fitness centre all combined to make this the ideal retreat, just seven minutes from Queenstown.
Nestled between the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki and the majestic Ben Ohau Range, Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is a place of ethereal beauty. The ultraluxe Ashley Mackenzie Villa and Private Spa sits with Lake Pukaki shimmers beneath the Southern Alps and Aoraki Mt Cook, New Zealand's tallest mountain. Meanwhile, from the Moraine Villas, the tawny pastures of the Mackenzie Basin stretch all the way to the Ben Ohau Range. Set amid one of the world’s most picturesque locations enjoy the inspiring and romantic villas in a private space for relaxation and rejuvenation and enjoy spectacular activities right on the doorstep of Aoraki Mount Cook National Park located in the beautiful and unique Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage Area. The Villa Puaka, is its newest retreat, giving uninterrepted views of Lake Pukaki and Aoraki Mt Cook complete wiht an outdoor hot tub, perfect for soaking under a blanket of a starry night sky. Wherever you are on the property, the night sky shines bright with countless stars curtesy of the Retreat’s prime position within the gold-level Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. In short, a stay at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is sure to leave you star struck.
Discover the stunning natural beauty of New Zealand’s most popular 'Great Ride' - the Queenstown Trail on this full-supported, luxury cycling holiday that includes one of the country’s best wine regions: the Gibbston Valley.
On the shores of Lake Wakatipu starts a great journey, over 130kms of off-road trails taking you from Queenstown to Gibbston via historic Arrowtown.
Departing from Queenstown, ease into your adventure along the Frankton Track and Kelvin Peninsula Trail, taking in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Wakatipu and the Frankton Arm. Breathe in the thyme-scented air along the Twin Rivers Trail and enjoy a lazy circuit of Lake Hayes, where the Remarkables mountain range can be seen above and reflected in the near-perfect mirror of the lake. Cycle to Gibbston via Arrowtown and discover a historic goldrush town lined with tiny miners’ cottages, house shops, galleries, bars and restaurants – not one from an international chain. Immerse yourself in New Zealand’s “Valley of the Vines” and indulge in a 5-star culinary experience complete with world-class wines.
In the evenings, relax and unwind in your handpicked, 5-star accommodation at one of the Gibbston Valley’s best lodge and spas. Retreat to your gorgeous villa and sip world-class local wines overlooking the vineyards. Pamper yourself with body treatments, luxury facials and signature spa packages such as “vinotherapy”, which uses different parts of the grape and vine to benefit the skin.
Included in this 3-day, fully catered cycling adventure is 2 nights’ in 5-star accommodation on a twin share basis. All cycling equipment – trail bike, helmet, panniers repair kit and odometer – is provided along with a supporting vehicle for on road support. Return transfers from Queenstown are also included.
Vine and dine your way across Queenstown on this luxury cycling holiday and tick off one of New Zealand’s best rides.
Departing from Christchurch, this seven-day-six-night Best of Southern Alps Trek offers you off-the-beaten-track experiences of spectacular Southern Alps scenery and full of highlights including mountain peaks, valley systems, remote lakes, the magnificence of Aoraki Mount Cook and Mount Aspiring from high vantage points, and a spectacular hikes in Wanaka and Queenstown providing a spectacular finish to the tour.
Kick off your trekking journey from the highland region of Lake Tekapo with the first night at a private backcountry hut with superb alpine and lakeside vistas. Then trek east along a ridgeline to around 2000m, hike in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park on the ridge overlooking the Hooker Glacier and directly across from the spectacular Mt Sefton with its rumbling avalanches of ice and rock. After wandering the secluded Lake Ohau, transfer to Wanaka, where you'll hike beside its picturesque lake nestled at the base of the Southern Alps. Your incredible Southern Alps trek ends in sensational style with a breathtaking Ben Lomond Hike overlooking stunning Lake Wanaka and the distant Remarkable and Richardson Ranges.
Accommodation is included each night and has been carefully selected to provide comfort and value in the best locations possible. The accommodation is on a twin share or double room basis with private facilities, except for the first and second nights where we stay in a mountain hut. This remote back country hut has bunk beds in a dormitory arrangement and the bathroom facilities are basic and shared. If you wish to reserve a room to yourself a single supplement is available at extra cost.
All meals are included for the duration of the walk. Provided we are advised in advance of your departure we are able to cater for vegetarian diets and can assist with medically recommended diets (allergies and intolerances).
The tour starts from Christchurch and concludes in Queenstown. All transfers as well as guides are included. Small groups of twelve walkers are hosted by highly experienced and knowledgeable guides.
The walk is graded moderate and fully supported. The sense of isolation and wilderness is a strong feature of this trip. On the first day of the tour you will be staying in a private mountain hut. You will need to carry an overnight pack for that day and then back to the vehicle on the second day. The rest of the walks on the tour are day walks so a small pack with personal essentials is all you will need to carry. The support vehicle will then take the rest of the equipment.
This seven-day Best of Southern Alps Trek is a dramatic trek, offering a grand overview of this spectacular mountain landscape.
This Alps to Ocean End-to-End is a 7-day cycling adventure that lets you fully savour the journey from Aoraki/Mt Cook to the Pacific Ocean under the guidance of a local expert. Covering 320 km of stunningly diverse landscapes, this itinerary takes you along the entire Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail, with additional highlights sprinkled throughout. Enjoy the ride in comfort with full support and a small group, allowing you to immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring scenery and unforgettable moments.
Your epic adventure begins in Queenstown with a drive to the base of the mighty Southern Alps. Start your cycling journey in Aoraki/Mt Cook Village with a thrilling heli-flight over the Tasman River and Lake Pukaki to Braemar Station. Cycle past shimmering Lake Pukaki and Oahu canals to the serene Lake Ohau Lodge. Glide to Omarama, either conquering the trail’s high points or catching a coach. The next day, ride beside Lake Benmore, savor a lakeside picnic at Aviemore Dam, and pedal to Kurow. In Oamaru, marvel at Maori rock art and the surreal Elephant Rocks before winding through Windsor and picturesque countryside to Friendly Bay. Conclude your journey with a wander through Oamaru’s white-stone charm and the whimsical Steampunk Museum before heading back to Christchurch.
The package incorporates 6 nights' accommodation at a mix of lodges, premium backcountry farmstays, motels and luxurious glamping tents, a highlight of this trip. Specified meals, local guide and full vehicle support along the trail including trailer for luggage is included so you can cycle in true comfort.
Bond with unspoiled nature over 7 days of cycling through the entire Alps to Ocean Trail. Lose track of time in the saddle, wander by pristine lakes, and unwind in cosy lodges, relishing royal treatments and savouring exotic culinary creations. This is a journey destined for the books.
Enter into a state of never-ending bliss by exploring the fairytale wonders of New Zealand’s South Island on this multi-adventure tour. For 9 days, experience the country’s ever-changing natural beauty on foot, bike, and as you kayak and raft on its crystal-clear waters. Breathe in island-fresh air and take another step or pedal forward as you journey in awe from Christchurch to Queenstown.
Begin your unforgettable adventure in the spectacular city of Christchurch in New Zealand and journey to Arthur’s Pass. Witness glaciers, rain forests, and the striking Tasman Sea. Navigate forests to Westland National Park. Pedal to the quaint coastal village of Okarito; go for a scenic helicopter ride over the glacial terrain. Take a stroll around Lake Matheson. Kayak the glassy waters of Lake Moeraki. Cycle to the sleepy fishing village of Jackson Bay. Behold the Haast World Heritage area, home to some of New Zealand’s highest peaks, longest glaciers, and wildest rivers unrivalled anywhere in the world. In Mount Aspiring National Park, hike to a spectacular viewpoint below the remarkable Rob Roy hanging glacier. Explore world-class bike routes and foot trails in the environs of Lake Wanaka. Go for an excursion to picturesque Milford Sound Reside in Queenstown. Raft down Lake Wakatipu with expert guides before shuttling to Queenstown airport, where your trip ends.
This package includes 8 nights’ accommodation in comfortable and premium 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 biking 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; bike and hike in true comfort.
It’s time to let yourself explore the world's treasures, and New Zealand is the perfect place to start. Join this thrilling 9-day odyssey, and you’ll be consumed by electrifying adventures and nature’s dazzling allure.
With an irresistible potency, the Argentina Patagonia beckons for a grand encounter, from two of its most stunning glaciers, Perito Moreno and Upsala Glacier, to the crystal-clear waters of Lake Argentino in the Los Glaciares National Park. Encounter a fairytale wonderland carved in massive fields of blue and white ice; a true 4-day expedition immersing you in the authentic Patagonian wonders.
Your magical journey through the enchanting realm of Patagonia, starts in the captivating town of El Calafate. Witness the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno glacier as massive ice chunks collide with the shimmering waters of Argentino Lake. Your adventure culminates as you set sail across the lake, explore the glacier's walls and venture on a captivating ice trek on the Perito Moreno glacier. Cruise on a sleek catamaran to picturesque Puerto Bandera, where you'll immerse yourself in Gaucho culture at the magnificent Estancia Cristina. Intrepid adventurers can hike over the glacial terrain, marvelling at exclusive views of the Eastern face of Upsala Glacier, Guillermo Lake, the mystic Hielo Patagónico Sur, and the imposing Cordillera de Los Andes. As your enthralling adventure concludes, reflect on the cherished memories from El Calafate, carrying them with you on your onward journey.
The trip package includes 3 nights accommodation in a 4-star hotel in El Chaltén on a twin share basis. A trip perfectly planned with engaging tour activities to discover the region at a leisurely pace. Meals and activities are included as specified as well as park fees and transportation. You’ll be escorted by a bilingual guide during the excursions.
Behold Argentina's majestic glaciers – nature's frozen masterpieces! Witness their immense grandeur and breathtaking beauty, a sublime dance of ice and light that will captivate your heart and soul on this 4-day explosive expedition.
Accommodation upgrade to luxury 5 star hotel or lodge can be arranged on request.