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Experience the best of the Kimberley outback in comfort and style on this 10-day, private, luxury 4WD adventure.
Starting and finishing in Broome, set out in a modern and comfortable 4WD with a group of maximum 8 travellers along the Gibb River Road, the legendary track forged in the 1960s to expedite the movement of cattle from remote pastural leases. Visit the famous Boab Prison Tree where Indigenous were cruelly locked up in the late 1890s. Explore and swim in the region’s most beautiful gorges: Windjana, Adcock, Bell, Manning and Galvans. With an Aboriginal guide, delve into the 750-metre cave system of Tunnel Creek. Stay a night at the famous El Questro Wilderness Park, the backdrop to Baz Luhmann’s Australia. Ponder the mysterious Bungle Bungle domes, as well as the geological wonders of Echidna Chasm and Cathedral Gorge. Cruise the fertile Ord River and admire Lake Argyle, Australia’s largest manmade lake. The list goes on!
In the evenings, relax and unwind in comfort and style in handpicked accommodations throughout the Kimberley. You’ll stay in rustic wilderness lodges and working cattle stations and even spend a night at the famous El Questro Wilderness Park, where celebrities such as Elton John, Kylie Minogue and Nicole Kidman have been known to holiday. These remote properties combine modern comforts with a ton of true-blue Aussie character not found anywhere else.
This fully guided package features nine-nights in comfortable and stylish accommodations on a twin share basis. All transport in a modern and comfortable 4WD vehicle included along with the services of a friendly and experienced driver guide. All sightseeing, park fees, tours and meals included as specified. Items of a personal nature, optional activities and personal travel insurance not included.
Embrace the spirit of the Kimberley on this once-in-a-lifetime private, luxury 4WD road trip from Broome to Broome. This one-of-a-kind opportunity to retrace the steps of early Aussie pioneers is not to be missed.
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Escape to serenity into the lush island of Bali, a journey into its verdant rice paddies, sacred temples, rich culture and its tranquil beaches. An inspiring 7-day active adventure cycling, rafting, kayaking and hiking from Ubud to the Ayung River and all the serene natural wonders in between. Immerse into the local culture and find connection to the wellness of the island.
Your adventure begins in Ubud where you’ll set out on a breathtaking bike ride to the verdant rice paddies, villages and sacred pools to its bustling wellness capital. Change gears, as you take a splash rafting the thrilling Ayung River to venturing by foot to find its secret charms of a waterfall hidden amid lush mountain slopes. Step back in time as you hike through the Sideman Valley known for its preserved culture and terrace countryside. Awaken your senses and meander with locals on an adventure into a local market. Soak in the energetic atmosphere of vibrant colours, smells and sights before relishing your inner chef in a private cooking class. Cap off your active adventure biking to Bali's sparkling east coast with views of Mount Agung, Bali’s highest mountain. From jungle life to beach life; connect your mind, body and soul as you spend time unwinding in infinity pools to afternoon yoga classes. Unearth an underwater world encircling small neighboring islands as you snorkel among a kaleidoscope of reef dwelling fish. Delve deeper into its water paradise kayaking through tranquil mangrove forests. Cap off a magical journey, immersing into Bali’s culture with a stroll through a local community gaining insight into their everyday life as you visit a small family compound.
This luxury package includes 6 nights’ accommodation in five-star retreats from Bali’s lush tropical highlands to its spectacular coast. 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 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.
Escape to the tranquility and magical sceneries of Bali as you journey on an active adventure exploring its natural wonders in all its glory. Awaken your senses from cultural immersion to unearthing its scenic delights. Perfect for adventurous souls willing to go off the beaten track in search for the hidden charms of Bali.
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Enjoy a short break that epitomizes the Kamikochi and Japan's Alps experience. With clear skies, spectacular mountains, and bright blue river streams, this 2-day walk offers you some of the best hikes in Japan.
Kamikochi is the crown jewel of the Japanese Alps and one of Japan’s most famous hiking destinations. This high mountain valley is located in the Northern Japan Alps in Chubu Sangaku National Park. The surrounding mountains reach 3,190 m, which creates a stunningly magnificent background with the beautiful aquamarine Azusa River in the foreground. Open only from April to November, the valley is flocked to by nature lovers and hikers.
The crafted two day package incorporates one day walking in Kamikochi valley and one day mountain hiking. Your experienced guide will tailor the walking program to suit your fitness levels. The walking courses cover many scenic spots of Kamikochi and you can take in its unique beauty and stark contrasts.
The package includes two day private guided walks, return transfers to/from Matsumoto, boutique accommodation and all meals.
With stunning mountain views, crystal clear waters, and boutique accommodation, Best of Kamikochi & Alps Walk offers one of the best Japanese Alps hiking experiences.
Departure Dates
Departs daily from May to October on request.
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HOSHINOYA Karuizawa embodies the unparalleled fusion of nature and contemporary luxury, presenting a traditional ryokan with a distinctive Western accent and exceptional hospitality. Dipped in the heart of a lush rainforest at the foot of a mountain and flanked by the Yukawa River, this resort is a nature-centric sanctuary. Across 77 chic villas & pavilions lining the Yukawa River banks, guests enjoy views of the natural surroundings from floor-to-ceiling windows, alongside amenities such as Wi-Fi, geothermal heating, bathtub, separate WC, air purifier, and minibar. The Kasuke, a Japanese restaurant, delights your palates with mind-blowing cuisines, including the Kaiseki and Sonmin Shokudo 7-course meal, while in-room dining and nearby restaurants are available for more. Unwind at Tanada Terrace, the hotel's charming garden, to savour mountain cuisines, visit the Forest-side Cafe/Bar for stunning cocktails, embark on a nature tour, and ride horses to make your stay memorable. When it's time to relax, the outdoor and indoor hot spring bath of Tombo-no-yu, including meditation pools and unique body treatments at the spa villa, convey guests to heights of pleasurable repose amid sensational whispers of natural sounds and dazzling visuals of the scenery. There is a library lounge for readers, a traditional open-air tea room, a meeting room, and a children's playhouse for indulgences. Explore the great outdoors on your own to see areas such as Shiraito Falls, Mount Asama, and the nearby Harunire Terrace shopping complex.
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Peddle away into New Zealand’s longest cycle trail, the world-famous Alps 2 Ocean, boasting spectacular alpine vistas from the Southern Alps all the way to the stunning Pacific Ocean. Immerse in an exhilarating adventure showcasing New Zealand's highest mountain, the majestic Aoraki Mt Cook, on this 6 days fully guided E-biking journey.
Departing from Christchurch, take on the greatest riding track from its highest mountain, traversing vivid and pristine lakes and serene rivers that link the Southern Alps to the mighty Pacific Ocean. Be captivated by diverse on and off-road trails tailored to your level of fitness. Starting from the picturesque Southern Alps journey through the South Islands' spectacular scenery ending in the historical coastal town of Oamaru. Amidst the grandeur of braided rivers, glacier-carved valleys, turquoise hydro-lakes, tussock-covered highlands and rural plains is the short yet unforgettable helicopter ride over the Tasman River. Only from above can you truly appreciate the enormity of this alpine wonder. Be awed as you fly over a glacially-fed braided river that flow out of New Zealand's longest glacier. Ride to the highest point of the trail, the pinnacle of the Alps to Ocean, boasting staggering views of the magnificence of the Mackenzie Basin. Be captivated by a geo-park of wonders, ride through picturesque vineyards, spooky tunnels, along old railway lines and experience ever changing vistas on your ride to the Pacific Coast.
Your 6 day’s adventure include 5 night’s accommodation in cosy stays nestled in quiet sanctuaries of the alpine's most stunning settings. Enjoy the backcountry hospitality with all meals included. You will be supported by two guides posing unrivalled passion as they bring the trails to life and ensuring you are well fuelled and hydrated. Enjoy the comforts of carrying just a day pack.
Discover the new frontier on this thrilling Alps to Ocean cycling adventure. Immerse in a new perspective of New Zealand’s South Island away from the crowds and into an intimate world of backcountry pure alpine beauty.
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Embrace the wonders of bush to island paradise in Africa on this 14 days voyage. Turn your dreams of seeing the majestic ‘Big 5’ into reality as you submerge into a luxury South African safari experience combining unrivalled Big Five game viewing and the best safari lodge, Ulusabu, in the privately owned game reserve of Sabi Sands. Extend your dreams to the island haven of Mauritius and savour a slower pace of beach living.
Your adventure begins in the beautiful capital, Cape Town where you’ll uncover legendary icons including Table Mountain, Bo Kaap quarter, Castle of Good Hope, Cape Winelands and more. Your African journey culminates as you tick off more on your African bucket list with a thrilling safari adventure of The Big 5 as you traverse over 13,500 hectares at the privately owned game reserve in Sabi Sands. From thrilling game drives to intimate safari walks with your expert ranger and tracker, spend your days in search for unforgettable wildlife encounters. Balance it with simply indulging in nature at your safari oasis, the opulently rustic Ulusaba Safari Lodge. Fly to Johannesburg and spend the night before a change of pace to an island paradise. Fly to Mauritius for a tranquil 4-day escape of island living at the 5-star Karats Boutique Hotel & Spa. Create your own adventures from snorkeling, kayaking to filling your days with long strolls on the beach, soaking in the sunset and dining at picturesque locations.
ACCOMMODATION PLANS
Our program offers two accommodation plans.
Standard Plan: 5 nights’ stay at the elegant Georgian-Victorian guesthouse, Cape Cadogan, with breakfast included. Tucked in the residential street of Gardens making an ideal city escape with Cape Town at your doorstep. You’ll stay 4 nights at Ulusaba Safari Lodge on a fully inclusive basis including two daily game drives and a daily walking safari for a memorable safari experience.
Luxury Plan: 5 nights’ stay at the award winning five-star boutique hotel, Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, with breakfast included. A balance of ocean and mountain escape embraced by the breathtaking Camps Bay and the majestic Table Mountain and Twelve Apostles Mountain Range. You’ll stay 4 nights at Lion Sands River Lodge famous for its record number of leopard spotting and perfectly set right on the banks of the Sabi River. Being entirely private, with only 6 guests to a game viewer, take privilege in a truly intimate safari experience along with two daily game drives, bush walks and other complimentary safari activities on a fully inclusive basis.
This luxury package includes 13 nights accommodation in luxury hotels on a twin share basis. All meals and luggage transfers are covered during this trip. All planned explorations will be in the company of a professional guide.
Expand your horizon and capture the beauty of Africa’s splendours from bush to sea as you combine the best of both relaxation and adventure into the soul of Africa.
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Embrace the true-blue Aussie outback on this action-packed, 14-day, camping expedition across the Kimberley from Broome to Darwin. Highlights include Gibb River Road, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Mitchell Plateau, El Questro Wilderness Park, Lake Argyle, and Bungle Bungles.
Departing from Broome, set out with a group of maximum 20 travellers to discover the Kimberley: one of the oldest and largest landscapes in the world and one of the last wilderness frontiers. Over 14 days, you’ll find abundant wildlife, jaw-dropping canyons, freshwater swimming holes and several outback stations including the iconic El Questro Wilderness Park. Immerse yourself in remote Aboriginal communities. Discover the secrets of Tunnel Creek. Blaze along the iconic Gibb River Road. Fawn over the four-tiered Mitchell Falls. Marvel at the manmade agricultural oasis of Lake Argyle. Ponder the mysterious beehive domes of Bungle Bungles.
At the end of each day, relax and unwind in some of the Kimberley’s most picturesque campsites. Some on site ablutions have hot showers and flush toilets however on those nights in which we are camping in National Parks, the ablution facilities can be relatively basic.
This once-in-a-lifetime, 14-day, 4WD camping expedition includes 13-nights’ camping in National Parks, Cattle Stations and Safari Camps. All meals and transport are included along with a private guide, and activities and experiences as listed.
Tick off the best of the west and Top End on this epic 14-day, 4WD camping expedition of through the iconic Kimberley. The unspoilt, rugged landscapes on this sunburnt country will leave you breathless.
An enrapturing experience feeding the adventurer, learner, and hedonist in you. Awaken your senses as you bike Thailand’s serene landscapes, authentic villages, learn its rich history, and savour mouth-watering cuisines on this 8-day bike adventure from the mystic Golden Triangle from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai.
Your journey begins in the countryside of Chiang Mai with a captivating meeting of Thai, Laotian, Burmese, and Chinese cultures. Be welcomed with a blessing from the village elders and engage with a resident monk. Your cultural immersion continues, pedaling into the countryside of thriving rice fields where you’ll tap into its agricultural abundance. Embark on a behind the scenes encounter of how traditional Thai dishes are made. Embrace the local’s warm greetings as you bike scenic rustic roads through remote villages to offering alms to a monk at sunrise. Delve deep into local culture with a visit to a hill tribe and gain insight into their story and way of life. Your senses awaken as you explore the trading centre of Fang and temple-rich Thaton and relish your inner cook with a Thai cooking class. Slow it down with a change of pace as you embark on a serene longtail boat down the Maekok River. Your cycling adventure continues traversing peaceful village dotted landscapes into vibrant Chiang Rai. Rub shoulders with the locals as you meander along a culinary journey through its energetic streets while delighting your taste buds with samples of the region’s unique delicacies and street food. Balance the full bellies with a cycle alongside the Mekong River on the Laos and Myanmar border and past tobacco fields and rice paddies as you make your way to Chiand Sarn. Pedal to the amazing Chom Kitti temple, learn about the region's opium trade and visit Sop Ruak's market for unique souvenirs. End this magnificent sojourn with a festive farewell reception and continue your journey ahead in Chiang Rai airport.
This luxury package includes 7 nights’ accommodation in luxury 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.
Lose yourself utterly to the tranquil charms of Thailand’s countryside. Unlock its secrets that will take you to the very soul of its remote and countryside culture. Escape the crowds and get to know the people and local villages on this inspiring bike voyage through the Golden Triangle and beyond.
Experience an otherworldly zen on a fascinating 5-day time travelling adventure on the Kumano Kodo Trail—a symbol of Japan’s glorious past surrounded by nature’s elegance. Tread the path of pilgrims from the mountains to the sea at your pace, visit all three Kumano Grand Shrines, and explore the serene Kumano-gawa River on a traditional cruise—the amazements are never ending!
Kick-off at Kii-Tanabe station with a tour briefing from local staff and take a bus to Takijiri to walk on the Nakahechi trail of the Kumano Kodo route. Dine and rest at Takahara mountain settlement before venturing into its forested trail to arrive at Chikatsuyu, bypassing Oji shrines. Rise in Chikatsuyu the following day and make your own way to Hosshinmon-oji by bus to tour the Kumano Hongu Taisha shrine. Arrive at Yunomine Onsen by bus from Hongu Taisha shrine and repose in a traditional Ryokan inn. Ride a traditional flat-bottom wooden boat on the Kumano River to Shingu, where the Kumano Hayatama Taisha shrine and Kamikura-jinja shrines await your gaze. Visit Daimon-zaka to see the Nachi-shrine temple complex and Nachi Falls, the highest in Japan. Wrap up the trek at Seiganto-ji temple and take a bus to Kii-Katsuura and then to Kyoto or Osaka.
Spend nights of the trips at four choice accommodations: Kiri-no-sato Takahara Lodge, Chikatsuyu Garden House, Ryokan AduMaya, and Kumano-Bettei Nakanoshima. Leverage their amenities such as hot spring baths, indoor and outdoor ensuite bathrooms, and relaxing cosy beds with views of surrounding natural beauty. Yield to the temptations of authentic Japanese cuisine.
The adventure package includes 4 nights of accommodation on a twin-share basis. Luggage transfer services are included. A thoughtfully crafted itinerary tailored to your explorative pace ensures you savour the region's best sights, meals, and sounds.
A trek of a lifetime! Embark on an epic spiritual sojourn along the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail, a path where samurai and emperors once trod. Learn the rich heritage of the region, savour delectable cuisine and make memories for years to come.
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Embark on a spiritual journey along the Coastal Way of the Camino de Santiago, from Porto to Santiago. Ideal for those seeking experiences beyond the physical, this trail provides profound clarity for both mind and soul while earning the treasured keepsake memory of a Pilgrim Passport at the end of your journey. Walk at your own pace, savouring stunning Atlantic views, rugged coastlines, and charming villages. With each stamp in your pilgrim's passport, capture the spiritual, cultural, and breathtaking experiences of your quest. This self-guided trip invites you to find purpose and peace in the freedom of your own steps.
Your journey begins in the heart of Porto, exploring its historic gems. Walk from Matosinhos along wooden boardwalks that trace the coastline past sandy beaches, nature reserves, and fishing villages, arriving at the historic town of Vila do Conde. Continue through the Coastal Natural Park to Esposende, a picturesque fishing village on the River Cávado. The path weaves through serene woodlands and rivers, leading to Viana do Castelo, where ancient and modern architecture coexist. Venture inland through eucalyptus forests before descending into the tranquil beachside town of Vila Praia de ncora. Follow the coastal path to Caminha and cross the Minho River to A Guarda, Spain, where the Santa Tegra Celtic settlement offers stunning views. The route shifts from coastal villages to mountainous terrain, passing through peaceful countryside and historic towns, ultimately leading to Santiago de Compostela, where your journey culminates. As you traverse this unique route, you’ll be enchanted by the warmth of local hospitality, the allure of historic sites, and the stunning natural beauty that unfolds with every step.
This package includes 14 nights' accommodation in comfortable hotels/lodging on a twin-share basis. All breakfasts and luggage transfers between hotels are included. Earn your Pilgrims Passport as a cherished memento of your spiritual and personal pilgrimage journey.
Whether you seek enlightenment or adventure driven by curiosity, the Coastal Route of the Camino de Santiago promises an exhilarating adventure. As the ocean breeze renews your spirit with each stride, you’ll find fulfillment in every step, guided by the rhythm of the sea and the promise of discovery ahead.