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Embark to find an intimate and spiritual connection to the most sacred and ancient wonders of Israel and Jordan. Trace ancient and stunning sandstone desert landscapes once ruled by prophets, kings and crusaders. From the red sands of Wadi Rum, the mystic ruins of Petra to the Judaean Desert; unearth the rich history of this magical part of Middle East on this 8-day walking voyage.
Begin your journey with the eye-pleasing city of Madama, famed for its mosaic map. Hike the historic Mount Nebo where you’ll be intrigued by the tale of Moses and praise the spectacular view of the Dead Sea, Bethlehem, and Jerusalem from the summit. Journey beyond the borders and into a vast expanse of serene desert as you enter the World Heritage Site and Seven Wonder of the World at Petra. Hike trails less traveled and uncover dramatic temples and tombs carved into crimson rock walls, a world like no other. Marvel at the stunning expanse of Wadi Rum desert, embrace the desert wilderness like a Bedouin on the back of a camel and immerse in the culture of nomadic tribes. By night, sleep below the stars inside the dreamish Martain Dome tent at Sun City Camp. Your senses will further awaken as you relish your inner chef in a Jordanian cooking class and share a traditional Bedouin-style earthen over meal. Cherish the sensational cultural shift at the Wadi Araba Border and head to the Ramon Crater traversing canyons and nature reserve either on foot or on horse. The epic history of the remote Masada will thrill you upside down as you delve into its ancient ruins and architecture. The old city of Jerusalem welcomes you to visit its age-old yet most honorable historic masterpieces. Relish a Shabbat meal prepared at the local resident’s house. The beautiful Wadi Qelt calls your name to explore its ravishing flora and fauna along with its prominent monasteries adjoining the towering cliffs. Before you conclude your spell-binding voyage, lose yourself in the ancient streets of Old Jerusalem, visiting its well-preserved, and culturally significant sites such as the Western Wall, the Jewish Quarter, the Via Dolorosa, and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.
This luxury package includes 7 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.
Escape into the otherworldly pleasures of Israel and Jordan, a treasure chest, when opened gives you a lifetime of Mid-East reminiscences, an ideal journey to recollect the civilizations of antiquity, and a desert adventure that will send you into raptures.
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Delve into the majesties and mysteries of Petra, Wadi Rum, Red Sea and The Dead Sea on an inspiring journey to the mighty kingdom of Jordan. This 9 day cultural walk will immerse you into the rich history, vibrant culture, mouthwatering regional specialties, and amazing discoveries of natural wonders that unveil the soul of Jordan.
Your adventure begins in Amman, the capital city of Jordan where you’ll spend your first day unwinding at the 5 star Intercontinental hotel. The next day travel north to Jerash where you’ll be transported back in time to this ruined city as you marvel at a fortified city that is awash with magnificent colonnades, historic temples, and theatres. Journey along the iconic King’s Highway onwards to the remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra. Spend 2 days delving into the mysteries and history of this iconic red rose city with optional hiking trails including the High Place of Sacrifice. Unveil the temples and tombs of Petra before escaping to the serene red dunes of Wadi Rum desert. Stay at a luxury desert camp in Bedouin inspired cabins, witness fiery sunsets, star-filled skies at the campfire and a thrilling 4WD adventure across the desert dunes. From one paradise to another, from desert to beach, journey to the Red Sea and laze by the pristine beach or discover an underwater bliss on a snorkeling adventure. You’ll end your magical adventure floating and unwinding in the salt waters of the Dead Sea.
This luxury package includes 8 nights of accommodation in 5 star hotels and an overnight at a luxury camp on a twin-share basis. Meals, transfers and activities are included as specified in the itinerary. Although this is a cultural walk tour, hiking options are on offer on Days 4-5 in Petra on a moderate level
Discover the ancient and modern kingdom of Jordan from ancient city, desert to beach and unearth mediaeval history at its best, filled with natural wonders to discover leaving you intrigued.
One of the most incredible hotels in the world is yours to explore at RuMa, Kuala Lumpur. Located just minutes from the Petronas Towers, this 5-star luxury hotel will inspire you to uncover the city’s origins and local influence in a contemporary space. Choose from an array of luxuriously appointed rooms and suites and rediscover authentic tastes, spices, ingredients and produce at the onsite restaurant, Atas Modern Malaysian Eatery. Enjoy a carefully curated cocktail at one of two onsite bars or retreat to UR Spa for tailor-made treatments that will revitalise your body, mind and soul. When you’re ready, Kuala Lumpur is yours to discover.
Unlock heights of near-supercelestial pleasure at the Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, majestically sited on Muscat’s fabled Western Al Hajar Mountains. A gem of a place, it is one of the world’s highest luxury resorts and a crowning exhibition of Omani excellence. The resort is a mountain sanctuary providing breathtaking and panoramic views of rocky slopes and canyons, with 82 tastefully accoutered canyon view rooms and 33 exquisitely furnished private pool villas, including Oman’s most luxurious three-bedroom pool villa. Make your stay memorable with its star attraction of its cliff edge infinity pool and viewing platform with a reverberant history encounter as you dine at the much-acclaimed Diana’s Viewpoint, the graceful point where the esteemed Princess Diana once stood. Take on redefining rejuvenation journeys in the ethereal mountaintop spa with ultra relaxation amenities including a private hammam suite, five luxurious treatment rooms and separate male and female thermal suites. Inspect the surrounding landscape going on cultural hikes, with lush wadis and hidden waterfalls awaiting exploration. Experience everything you could have only dreamed of at the Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort.
Indulge in the best that the Middle East has to offer on this sky-high itinerary traversing Oman, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This curated 13 day ultimate luxury itinerary incorporates the very best high end resorts and desert glamping experiences including Anantara Jabal Akhdar Hotel and Desert Nights Camp. Immerse in its rich culture and natural wonders from a dhow fjord cruise, nature desert walk, swim in secluded wadis to hiking remote villages in mountains. From the sea, sand and sail, from Abu Dhabi to Oman, enjoy the serenity and unearth the wonders of the Middle East.
Your adventure begins in Abu Dhabi as you soak in the sunshine at your private island boutique resort. Discover the highlights of the wonderful capital of the Emirates, Abu Dhabi, visiting the Grand Mosque, dining at Vendome and venturing into the traditional date market. Journey to Dubai and retreat at a remote luxury desert resort. Soak in the serene desert life with a wildlife drive over the golden dunes to a nature walk. Leave the desert dunes behind and whisk away into the pristine seas as you explore Khasab. Embark on a relaxing cruise traversing the picturesque fjords in ‘The Norway of Arabia’ on a traditional dhow boat. Discover Muscat city as you marvel at its Grand Mosque to the bustling Muttrah Souq. Unearth and swim in one of Oman’s most charming Wadis, the Wadi Bani Khalid. Voyage to a royal desert retreat for an exclusive overnight desert glamping experience in the 5 star Desert Nights Camp. Explore Nizwa, unveiling its fort for picture-perfect vistas of the surrounding plains. Escape to a mountaintop luxury reateat at Anantara Jabal Akhdar Hotel, iconic for the canyon view platform where Princess Diana once stood. Here, you’ll hike Jabal Akhdar Mountain and discover remote villages and plantations. End your captivating Arbaian adventure in Muscat as you marvel at Omani craftsmanship in Jabreen Castle and explore Misfat Al Abreen, a village built on rocks and surrounded by lush green plantations of date palms.
This luxury package includes 12 nights accommodation in 5 star luxury hotels on a twin share basis. Meals and activities are specified in the itinerary. Transfers, meals and activities with English speaking guide as stated in the itinerary are included.
Immerse into the various shades of beauty the Middle East possesses on this tailor-made luxury Arabian discovery and explore the majestic wonders still around in Oman and The Emirates in opulence and splendour.
A captivating and otherworldly experience awaits your patronage at the one-of-a-kind Oman Desert Nights Camp, ideal for those who seek the ultimate desert adventure. Spread across a 10-acres land mass, this opulent camp is nestled deep in the arid lands of Oman, with scenic mountains and dunes going as far as the eyes can see. The only luxury desert camp in Oman, it makes a perfect base for an Arabian desert adventure with spectacular craggy mountains in the distance, endless dunes and crystalline wadis. It is a 2 hours' drive from Muscat and secluded within 11km of the expansive isolation of the serene Omani desert. 55 deluxe Bedouin-themed tents, with 6 one-bedroom pool villas will engulf and pamper you to supreme Omani hospitality. Taste Oman from its culinary angle at two dunes restaurant outfitted with Arabian wooden furniture and serving tantalising cuisines that keep your cravings alive. You can dine indoors or in the open, where you can drift into magical nights and feast in the flickering glow of the campfire. But, be rest assured of a unique dining sensation at this restaurant. Cap your romantic hideaway with an array of desert experiences. Ride camels at sunset, let the golden red sands of Wahiba grace your feet, ride bikes in the dune, enjoy thrilling social nights at the sands with campfires, prepare your barbeque at the tent, and visit the local souq for luxury keepsakes you can cherish when you're gone.
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Discover the ‘real’ South East Asia as you travel between Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express. With 2-nights aboard one of the world’s most luxurious trains, this package is perfect for those wanting to immerse themselves in the colours and flavours of Thailand and Malaysia and truly know the people.
To step onboard is to step inside another world…
Your journey through the exotic East begins in Bangkok, Thailand, a city of contrasts with action at every turn. Venture away from the city to the floating and railway markets that are the lifeblood of the country. The real Bangkok is away from the flashing neon lights.
Then, it’s all aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express, where you will slow down and step into a world of classic glamour. Over three unforgettable days, journey deep into the countryside of Thailand and Malaysia – and deep into the past. Travel through lush green rice paddies and limestone massifs and spend time in remote villages, where you’ll have the chance to meet and get to know the locals. Learn the fascinating WWII history of the River Kwai and Death Railway, take a traditional Thai cooking class and visit a working fruit and rubber plantation – these are just some of the immersive cultural experiences that await.
Your rail journey of a lifetime ends in Kuala Lumpur, the vibrant capital of Malaysia. Much more than gleaming skyscrapers and colonial architecture, Kuala Lumpur will enthral you with a melting-pot of temples and shrines, expansive shopping malls and an abundance of gastronomical delights from hawker stalls and cafes to Michelin-star restaurants.
In addition to the Eastern & Oriental Express, you’ll stay in some of the world’s best hotels: the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, and RuMa Hotel & Residences. Aboard the train, enjoy sumptuous feasts served on silverware, world-class champagne, wine and cocktails and jazz-club music lingering in the air. The internationally renowned chefs and bartenders will tantalise you with the colours and flavours of East meets West. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are sure to rival any dish from the world’s best restaurants.
This ultra-luxe 7-day package includes 6-nights’ luxury accommodation on a twin share basis (including 2 nights aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express). Gourmet meals and beverages are included as specified along with carefully curated off board excursions, English-language guiding and transfers.
All aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express for a timeless adventure that will take you to the very soul of Thailand and Malaysia. Go beyond the tourist traps and get to know the people that call this beautiful part of the world home.
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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.
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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.
The Cape to Cape 4 day luxury walk is a fully guided small group walk which combines the best sections of the Cape to Cape track with great food and wine experiences and ultra-luxe accommodation at exclusive beachfront property, Injidup Spa Retreat. Packed with highlights, this premier walk features lunch with matched wines at an award winning winery, private chef dinner showcasing local produce with a local wine-maker on hand to present their wines, sunset cliff-top drinks and a very special private didgeridoo performance with one of the region’s traditional owners. This truly is a new way to walk.
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.
This is fully supported walk and you only need to carry a day pack. Return transfer to/from Perth is included.