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Find absolute serenity at Amankora - a series of hush five lodges spread across the central and Western valleys of the Great Bhutan Kingdom, the sole surviving Buddhist Kingdom of the Himalayas and one of the most pristinely remote destinations in the world. Happiness is a priority in the kingdom, making it an ideal destination to find true bliss and tune your soul with the enriching ambiance of the Himalayas in the North. Each lodge of Amankora across the valleys commits to the Garden-Of-Eden feeling with deluxe amenities, including king-size beds, terrazzo-clad bathtubs, banquette window-seats, and awe-inspiring architectural designs. Explore the grandeur of the landscape as you trek through breathtaking views of the mountains. Cedar-scented spas with opulent menus assure a reunion of your body, mind, and soul. Choose from the plant or herb-based therapies or immerse in yoga and sensory rituals to rejuvenate your body and mind. From hiking to cycling and cooking classes, you are presented a list of the top ten experiences in each lodge to explore and immerse wholly or partially in the Bhutan experience. Whatever the choice of accommodation will be between its 5 lodges, your escape into the last traditional Himalayas Buddhist Kingdom will redefine your view of happiness.
The first resort in Bhutan and with five lodges across its central and western valleys, Amankora has been a part of this legendary Buddhist Kingdom for almost 20 years. Dedicated to providing an unparalleled experience of this pristine, year-round destination – one of the happiest places in the world – Amankora’s five lodges are each a sanctuary designed to complement its uniquely beautiful setting.
* 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.
Explore the remote corners of Scotland’s Highlands of rugged wilderness by foot and unwind at elegant abodes by night. Unearth the geology and culture of a charming landscape steeped in history from spectacular national parks, quaint villages and medieval gems on this captivating 6 days walking escapade from Edinburgh to Loch Lomond.
Your enthralling adventure begins in the picturesque capital city, Edinburgh, and onto the antique settlements of Dunkeld and Birnam. Immerse in the beauty of the Black Linn waterfall, which confluences with the River Tay and is flanked by a combination of green and russet foliage. The tall cliffs, the spectacular peaks, and the rugged vistas of the Royal Deeside and Cairngorms National Parks will leave your mouth agape with surprise. Get soaked in the water streams of the Muir of Dinnet encompassed by massive rocks and then feel the calmness of Loch Kinord’s serenity. Navigate Burn O'Vat, a glacial crater created following the last ice age. Walk along an ancient trail of Cateran, across the line separating Angus and Perthshire, and enjoy moorland stretches and amazing mountain vistas. A countryside atmosphere at Cairngorms National Park allures you to explore the region further. Set out to see the Falls of Bruar's series of cascades by hiking up its challenging trail. Explore the gems of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park filled with picturesque bens, glens and lakes and be spell bounded by breathtaking view before returning to Edinburgh where your inspiring adventure ends.
This luxury package includes 5 nights’ accommodations in luxury hotels on a twin-share basis. All 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 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.
Be engrossed in unforgettable highland walks spectating the royal castles, the immensely phenomenal wilderness, and the warm countryside hospitality of Scotland, a memorable venture worth embracing.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points.
Sync to and have your breath taken away by beautiful Croatia, a magnificent land flush with gorgeous landscapes and architecture, awe-inspiring hamlets and an island, tasty dishes, and rich traditions. Relish it all on this 6-day Dalmatian Coast walking odyssey journeying from Dubrovnik to Hvar.
Your hiking adventure begins in Dubrovnik, where you get to know the fortified city characterised by quaint architecture and rich traditions. As you hike along rolling hills, behold gorgeous views of the ocean and mountains. Enjoy home-cooked dishes in a tiny village—trek along the Pelješac Peninsula, passing villages and vineyards. Embark on a serene boat cruise to Korčula and delve into its quaint culture of an island decorated with olive groves and forests. Walk vineyard paths that lead to the secluded villages of Žrnovo and Podstrana. Venture up picturesque hills to behold the stunning green heart of Korčula and hike to a secluded swimming spot hidden in Stracincica Bay. Come across sweeping views of Acela Luka and sail to Hvar and immerse into the bustling nightlife of the famed Hvar Town. Admire sapphire sea views as you walk along a coastal route amid rugged cliffs. Visit the picturesque village of Milna and indulge into its fresh produce before bringing an end to your incredible hiking adventure in the lively port city of Split.
This luxury package includes 5 nights’ accommodations in 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 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, hike in true comfort.
Immerse into the captivating history and unique culture of the Dalmatian Coast and be spell bounded by architectural masterpieces, undulating vineyards, charming villages and breathtaking sea coast vistas where every step unveils the beauty that will make you fall for Croatia.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points
A delightful trekking on the Shinetsu Trail in the central alpine region of Japan. Over 6-days/5-nights, you'll walk the best woodland trail in Japan, experience the stunning beauty of Satoyama landscapes, partake in local culture and hospitality, and immerse in the natural beauty and mountain culture of Japan.
Shinetsu Trail is an 80km trek in the central alpine region of Japan that follows the ridge along the Sekida Mountain Range between Nagano and Niigata Prefectures.These passages were used for carrying salt and sea-products from Niigata, and Uchiyama paper and mustard seed oil from Nagano. Today, this area is blessed with a rich ecosystem. It's a pristine and unique woodland trail of beech, maple, birch, larch and cedar that's soft underfoot and gentle on your feet and forms a corridor of green along the path.
The Shinetsu Trail is easily accessed from Tokyo, being about 1hr 45min on the Shinkansen super express train to Iiyama Station. You can also access to Iiyama Station from Nagano. After having enjoyed trekking, you can go to Kyoto and Osaka via Kanazawa by bullet train and limited express.
The package includes a local mountain guide for Day 1, who will equips you with trail information and confidence for your self guided trekking for the rest of the journey.
The delightful accommodation is hand picked for this package, including some of the best local guesthouses and hotels. Relax in onsen baths (hot spring) at the accommodation after each day's adventure.
All meals are included for the duration of the tour. You will enjoy homey meals.
The tour includes 5 nights accommodation, all meals, English orientation and guiding on Day 1, trail transfers and luggage transfer services.
This is the classic discovery of Japan Alps replete with natural beauty and rich history on the unique woodland trail. You'll return invigorated and inspired with memories that will last a lifetime.
Departure Dates
Departs daily from the end of June to the end of October on request. Black out: 1-15 August. The best time to walk is early July and September and October
Video of Shin-etsu Trail
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.
Surrender in a heavenly paradise to the tender arms of Amanruya, a peaceful hideaway resort in Turkey. Nestled on its private pebble beach where the soothing waters of the Aegean Sea snuggle up to the shores, a retreat here is a fusion of nature and serenity. Deluxe free-standing pavilions flanked by gardens and overlapping lush forests cater for your home here. Explore Turkey's vast culinary diversity from its microclimates that birth fresh seasonal produce at three elegant dining venues. The main lounge is a haven for evening cocktails, afternoon teas, and relaxation. Typical of every Aman hotel, wellness is a priority, and to sustain this commitment to holistic wellness, Amanruya boasts two treatment suites with a comprehensive spa menu. Vitalizing massages that rekindle body-mind harmony and skin treatments to renew your glow is available at the spa, while a fitness and yoga studio, tennis court, and open-air swimming pool help you stay fit. Emplaced on an idyllic bay in the tranquil Bodrum Peninsula, Amanruya overlaps many UNESCO World Heritage Sites, towns, and picturesque shorelines meant for exploration. Embark on guided tours, hopping between islands on traditional gulets or sailing the Aegean Sea on a motor yacht while indulging in watersports activities. Explore historic towns like Ephesus, Miletus, Hierapolis, and Pamukkale and enjoy scenic picnics in unusual locations, and create experiences to reminisce about later.
Queenstown hikes in style! Walk the world famous Routeburn Track and Ben Lomond Track, and heli-hike in the magical valley of the Earnslaw Burn Waterfalls as seen in "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey". Take in amazing views of the hanging glacier, Fiordland and beyond, farewell diverse and spectacular scenery on the tracks, and relax in the privacy of your villa - distinctively luxurious 5 star boutique accommodation at AZUR Lodge with candlelight dinners served.
Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world is your base for this incredible luxury adventure. Once you touch down at Queenstown airport, your guide will meet and greet you and transfer you to the Ben Lomond Track in a luxury car. This famous Queenstown day walk is a 3 to 4 hour easy to moderate return hike to Ben Lomond Saddle (or you may take on an challenge for a 6 to 8 hour hike to Ben Lomond Summit), experiencing magnificent lake and mountain views. Your second day hike is on the iconic Routeburn Track - one of New Zealand's 9 Great Walks and the ultimate alpine adventure. Again, you have the choice of a 4 to 5 hour return hike to Routeburn Flats or a 6 to 8 hour return hike to the Routeburn Falls Hut. The finale of your luxury adventure is a spectacular heli-hike, flying over Ben Lomond, the Richardson Mountains, Glenorchy, and Lake Wakatipu, landed in Earnslaw Burn valley for a hike to view numerous waterfalls. Walk in the footsteps of Bilbo and his company of dwarves under the waterfalls of Middle Earth, and be impressed by the surreal views of rolling high-country farmland and native tussock fields that transform into glaciers and plunging waterfalls.
This is a lodge based walk for the discerning traveller. From your accommodation at the acclaimed AZUR Lodge, travel each day to different tracks returning at day's end to a luxurious lodge room designed to let you absorb the incredible views in chic luxury and total privacy. Overlooking stunning, uninterrupted vistas of Lake Wakatipu, the majestic Remarkables range and Cecil and Walter Peaks, you'll be serviced with evening canapés and dinners focusing on freshness, simplicity, and seasonal flavours.
Combining the best of Queenstown walking experience with the luxury hillside AZUR Lodge, great food and wine, discerning service and the local knowledge of your field guides, this is thoughtfully crafted luxury adventure of a lifetime.
Departure Dates:
Daily departure on request. Peak season surcharge of $500 per person applies for travelling from 1st November to 31st March.
Uncover the best of Eyre Peninsula in South Australia’s gourmet region renowned for its world-class wine and seafoods. Experience a distinct gastronomic adventure on this delicious 5-days culinary escape showcasing award-winning food and wines of Port Lincoln and Coffin Bay. Combine local produce, abundant wildlife, culture and vast crystal blue waters while staying at luxury hotels.
This 5-day culinary experience explores the western tip of the diverse and spectacular, Eyre Peninsula. Journey from Adelaide to ‘Australia’s Seafood Capital, Port Lincoln, uncovering Australia’s best food and wine destinations that are off the beaten track. Discover the hidden gems of Lincoln National Park and Coffin Bay National Park boasting secluded pristine beaches, scenic trails, open ocean, a plethora of bays and estuaries of natural bushland that make up the peninsula. Delve deeper into its wilderness of rugged coastlines at Whalers Bay. Immerse yourself in some of South Australia’s finest restaurants and picturesque vineyards while traversing in indulgent dining affairs. Satiate in a real taste of the world’s most delectable world class oysters on a Coffin Bay Oyster Tour. Embark on intimate wildlife encounters from a plethora of native animals including koalas, kangaroos, wombats and emus and spot whales and dolphins as they majestically manoeuvre in the gentle waters of the Southern Ocean.
Travel in comfort onboard an executive 4WD with no more than 6 people as your expert guide will chauffeur you to every destination, share their passion and knowledge and take care of every detail so you can relax and soak it all in.
This 5-day luxury gourmet escape includes 4 nights’ accommodation at the luxury Eos by SkyCity and Port Lincoln Hotel where luxe and comfort collide to match the magnetic views of its scenic vistas. Each day dine in some of the region’s best restaurants and most picturesque vineyards, where all gourmet meals and some beverages are included as specified.
Travel through the remote wilderness of Port Lincoln and Coffin Bay to uncover the real essence of Australia. An authentic escape for a few days of exploring South Australia’s treasures where some are legendary and others a well-kept secret. Embark on a culinary adventure of a lifetime while uncovering untouched paradise!
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Enjoy an active mini-break in East Bali with this four-day, three-night luxury experience. Cycle and trek among off-the-beaten-track locations and discover the true heart of Bali, unspoiled and untamed. Experience traditional Balinese cuisine, admire unique flora and fauna and meet the locals for whom life has remained relatively unchanged for generations.
From your luxury accommodation at the famed Amankila, embark on a new adventure each day to another fascinating and picturesque location in East Bali. The diverse scenery will take you from fruit plantations and rice paddies to rainforests and white sand beaches where you can experience a variety of water-based activities or relax by the waves. You’ll visit one of Bali’s only original villages, dating back to the pre-16th century to learn of traditional ceremonies and customs, take on the climb to the summit of Mount Agung and each day experience the delicious flavours and textures of traditional Balinese cuisine.
Experience magnificent coastal seclusion each night at the luxury resort, Amankila. Located on a stretch of coastline on the Lombok Strait, Amankila is a haven of understated elegance. Relax in a stilted suite overlooking the infinity pool and beach below. Amankila’s Restaurant focuses on locally sourced ingredients prepared using traditional local and contemporary techniques.
This incredible four-day experience includes luxury transfers to and from Bali Denpasar Airport, accommodation at Amankila, guided trekking, cycling and various water-based activities (including rafting) and transports each day. All breakfasts are included while the itinerary allows flexibility on some days to make your own lunch and dinner arrangements.
Combine an active adventure with relaxation and indulgence on this perfectly balanced and varied itinerary for adventurous travellers. This tour will introduce you to the customs and history of a remarkable island while showcasing some of the incredible lesser-known sights and experiences that beautiful Bali has to offer.
Depart daily on request.
If you’re looking for a comprehensive and authentic journey that will show you the very soul of Kenya, this is it. Embark on a transformative journey uncovering the authentic wonders of Kenya as local host families guide you through their fascinating culture and land in ways only a local could. Capture the best of its wildlife safaris including Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Parks and Masai Mara National Reserve. You’ll stay at an exclusive hand-picked homestay, beachfront resort to luxury glamping lodges to connect genuinely with the people and wildlife. From exclusive Masai village visits to the white sandy beaches of Mombasa, unearth the bountiful of Kenya on this authentic 14-day complete Kenya immersion.
Your journey begins in Nairobi, where you’ll be greeted by your host family and transferred to their beautiful suburban home. Spend your days intertwining with your host family as you engage in homecooked meals and share celebrated stories embracing you to the indulgence of being home. Escape to the road less traveled with visits to a children's orphanage, exclusive Masai villages to Indigenous tribes in the sacred Kaya Forest. Delve into their way of life, hear stories with tribal elders and unearth their rich and ancient traditions. Get up close to the majestic creatures of giraffes and elephants as you learn their conservation efforts. Fly to Mombasa for a stunning beachfront immersion. Spend days with your toes in pristine white sand, a perfect respite after venturing deep into the historic Shimoni Slave Caves, sailing to Wasini Island and uncovering the legacy of Fort Jesus. Throughout your adventure you’ll move from one luxury camp to another as you traverse the various national parks and reserves of Kenya to capture the best game viewing unique to the location. Tick off your bucket list safari as you wander the spectacular Amboseli National Park iconic for its view of the world’s highest free-standing mountain, Kilimanjaro, and its big herd of elephants. Unearth Lake Naivasha on a peaceful canoe ride famous for its natural bird viewing and hippo sitting. Explore Nakuru National Park for a bird lovers paradise of flamingoes to the jewels of Masai Mara National Reserve iconic for the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras and home to the notable Big 5. Your magical journey ends back in Nairobi as you unite with your host family for one final farewell Kenyan gathering.
This package includes 14 night's stay from a homestay, luxury safari lodges and camps to a beachfront resort. In Nairobi, you’ll stay with local vetted host families in an exclusive Homestay without comprising the creature comforts of civility including WIFI, private bedrooms, electricity and hot showers. Alternatively, elect to stay in a private modern lodging. All meals, activities, airport transfers and guides are inclusive.
Escape to a road less traveled but never forgotten. Truly immerse into the beauty of a foreign land, its culture and people where your days will begin and end with your host family. Connect to authentic moments and defined memories with a journey rarely experienced, returning you home with a changed state of mind.