Uncover the natural beauty and fabulous food and wine of Waiheke Island at your own pace, with this 5-day, self-guided walking tour of the Te Ara Hura Track.

Located 40-minutes by ferry from Auckland, Waiheke Island is bigger than you think! It’s the second largest island in the Hauraki Gulf – over 200-kilometres (124mi) long and teeming with pristine beaches, coastal headlands, seaside villages, olive groves and vineyards. The 100-kilometre (62mi) Te Ara Hura Walk is the ultimate Waiheke experience, taking you right around the island from the bustling west to the remote east, stopping at the best wineries and local producers along the way.

Over 5 thrilling days, traverse the Te Ara Hura with an experienced and knowledgeable local guide, in 15-25-kilometre segments. Each morning, you will be transported to the start point for the day and you will be picked up at the end and returned to your accommodation. You’ll meander along cliff tops, down to the beaches and into cool enclaves of native forest. You’ll even explore a secret World War II fortress, complete with underground tunnels! Along the way, you’ll have detailed maps and notes to help you learn about the island’s flora and fauna, as well as the Maori and European history of the island and the Hauraki Gulf. You’ll also discover the vibrant Waiheke Island community, with its artists, vineyards and ambitious conservation projects.

This 5-day, self-guided walk includes 4 nights’ accommodation at an apartment on Onetangi Beach twin share. Personalised itinerary, maps, and ferries to and from Auckland are included. All meals provided.

Experience everything Waiheke Island has to offer on the Te Ara Hura Track. This 100-kilometre walk will inspire you!

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The world’s last paradise is yours to discover at Lord Howe Island, with this unforgettable 5-day luxury escape to the award-winning Capella Lodge. This package is perfect for couples looking for a sophisticated yet relaxed romantic getaway.

With rugged volcanic peaks, lush forests, pristine beaches and serene lagoons, Lord Howe Island sits off Australia’s coast 700-kilometres north of Sydney. A 2-hour flight (from either Sydney or Brisbane) transports guests to this subtropical, crescent-shaped island sanctuary. With a climate described as a ‘perpetual spring’ and its unique natural environment declared by a World Heritage Listing as precious and protected, Lord Howe Island is regarded as Australia’s own Galapagos. A mere 280 people are lucky enough to call the Island home and visitor numbers are restricted, by law, to 400 at any one time.

Celebrated as the pinnacle of luxury on Lord Howe Island, Capella Lodge rests atop romantic Lovers Bay and welcomes spectacular views of the ocean, reef and mountains. An intimate nine guest suites, luxurious surrounds, exceptional island-inspired dining and unforgettable ‘first-name’ service combine to create an outstanding lodging experience.

While on the Island, spend your days doing as much or as little as you like. Swim, snorkel, dive and kayak pristine waters, teeming with colourful corals and fish. Take to walking tracks to explore remote coves and subtropical forests or challenge yourself to scale Mount Gower, renowned as one of the best adventure hikes in Australia. Other activities and sports available on the Island include deep sea fishing, paddle boarding, golf, tennis and lawn bowls. Complimentary mountain bike hire is included in your stay. Alternatively, treat yourself to a relaxing facial or massage at Capella Spa. Or simply kick back with a good book on the deck, overlooking the wet edge pool.

Gourmet food and wine are a hallmark of your stay. Cuisine at Capella Lodge is designed to promote the pure taste of superb local and regional produce, offering a light, island-style combination of flavours to refresh and invigorate. Enjoy leisurely daily breakfast including daily juice and smoothie special, lodge baked pastries and fresh fruits followed by a choice from the a la carte selection; and indulge in daily-changing 3-course dinners showcasing the fruits of the Island’s rich soils, bountiful waters and Capella’s own kitchen garden. There are also several cages and eateries to choose from in the main village.

This incredible 5-day package includes 4-nights’ accommodation at Capella Lodge on a twin share basis. Daily breakfast and dinner included along with an island inspired BBQ lunch pack with premium wine on one day. A range of activities and experiences are available at an extra cost. Airport transfers to and from Lord Howe Airport included.

Escape to island paradise, with this breathtaking 5-day Lord Howe Island package. Spend idle hours by the pool, dine on the bounty of premium regional produce and revel in the simple pleasure of reconnecting with nature and loved ones.

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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.

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Route: Tokyo - Kiso-Fukushima - Kyoto - Nara - Hiroshima - Miyajima - Koyasan - Osaka

Uncover the secrets of some of Japan’s most iconic locations on a 14 day active tour of Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Koyasan and Hiroshima. Spend each day trekking, biking and kayaking among some of the country’s most picturesque landscapes and immersing in an ancient culture, before resting each night in luxurious accommodation.

Embark on a cultural discovery through famous cities, sights and landmarks. This tour begins in Tokyo where you will visit Asakusa, part of Tokyo's old town, which is both the city's oldest Geisha district and home to Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple; and encounter the Meiji Shrine. From Tokyo, undertake the Nakasendo Trail Walk, past old towns, farms and woodlands; and onward to Kyoto, home to around 2,000 shrines and temples, and the city of Nara. Finally, the city of Hiroshima awaits and, close by, the Seto Inland Sea connects Hiroshima with Miyajima Island. The tour concludes in Japan’s culinary capital, Osaka.

Hotel accommodation has been handpicked to ensure this once-in-a-lifetime journey is a true indulgence. You will also experience a Kazari ryokan, a traditional Japanese-style inn in the Kiso Valley and one night in luxurious temple lodging. Breakfast is included, while most evenings you will be at liberty to make your own dining arrangements.

The tour package includes all accommodation, breakfasts and some lunches and dinners. Transportation and equipment, all guided walking, cycling and kayaking are also included while some optional activities are available at additional cost. The tour commences with transfers from Tokyo airport and concludes at Osaka airport.

Take the ultimate tour of Japan and tick off bucket-list locations as you go. This luxurious itinerary will suit those with a keen interest in the culture of an ancient and beautiful country, who also enjoy an active escape. No two days are the same on this fascinating tour though one of the world’s most intriguing destinations.

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This four day walking experience takes you to the edge of the world - The Three Capes Track Lodge to Lodge Walk is a fully guided walk along Tasmania's dramatic Tasman Peninsula with the wild Southern Ocean as your constant. Start your memorable journey with a boat voyage and some of the highest dolerite cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere will come into view. You'll then cover 46 kilometres of natural landscape with exhilarating cliff top outlooks on Cape Pillar, Cape Hauy and stunning views to Cape Raoul. Settle in each evening in the architecturally designed private lodges discreetly placed along the trail and enjoy Tasmania food and wine.

This moderate graded walk traverses varied terrain through natural landscapes including ancient cliffs, fragrant forest, colourful heathlands, white sanded beach, and bronzed moorlands. Cruising from Port Arthur to set off your journey, you'll have opportunities to spot whales, dolphins or fur seals while enjoying the fresh salty air. Walk side by side up mosaic stone steps taking in exhilarating clifftop outlooks on Cape Pillar, and Cape Hauy. Revel in the fragrant eucalypt forests and stop at crystal clear waters of Crescent Bay for a dip. Throughout the hike, you will experience some challenging uphill and downhill sections and traverse some rocky terrain, including climbing Arthurs Peak (300m) and Mount Fortescue (490m) and the challenge of scaling The Blade at Cape Pillar.

You will have exclusive use of the only private Lodge accommodation along the track. The two lodges are architecturally designed to sit lightly within the environment with stunning views. The Lodges do not forego creature comforts such as hot showers, with plenty of lounge areas and a dedicated relaxation area at Munro Lodge. There is also a Relaxation Pavilion at Cape Pillar Lodge offering Li'Tya treatments, for a little rejuvenation & healing!

All meals are included for the duration of the walk as well as transfers to and from Hobart. Small groups of 14 walkers are hosted by two staff. All staff are highly experienced and knowledgeable. You need to carry a multiday pack for the walk.

The Three Capes Track Lodge to Lodge Walk is the ultimate discovery of a remote and enigmatic part of Australia. You'll return invigorated and inspired with memories that will last a lifetime.

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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.

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Procure a rendezvous with utopian bliss, having your distresses dematerialize as time peels away at the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas in Krabi, Thailand. This 5-star abode of epicureanism, is a private beach resort picturesquely bookended by showy limestone cliffs as it overlooks the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea from sandy banks. Go on a culinary expedition savouring contemporary Japanese cuisine at Hagi, victualling international favourites at Lotus Court, or metamorphosing into a local as you dine at Suan Bua. Enjoy the tropical scenery prevalent at COAST Beach Club & Bistro while devouring a steak. Perfect moments can be crafted as you break bread with your beloved while the constellations sparkle in romantic agreement with your union during a dinner at the beach. Therapeutically soak in the cascading pool with waterslide whilst delightfully relishing a glass of frosty champagne, or, have accumulated body strain evaporate at the touch of soothing hands at SPA Cenvaree. Pick privacy, escaping the dissonance the outer world projects at this oasis.

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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.

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Embark on a cultural odyssey along the Mekong River on this luxury, 5-day river cruise through Vietnam and Cambodia from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap. Relax and unwind on board the 5-star Aqua Mekong cruise ship and experience authentic Mekong culture, mouth-watering cuisine and breathtaking scenery including local fishing villages, rice paddies, temples and Cambodia’s bustling capital Phnom Penh.

Departing from Phnom Penh, set sail along the iconic Mekong River, the lifeblood of South East Asia. Explore local fishing villages and immerse yourself in traditional practices including fishing, cooking, pottery making, silversmithing and silk weaving. Cycle through the idyllic countryside or take a rickshaw to the local market with an award-winning chef. Get swept up in the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh and enjoy a guided tuk tuk tour that takes in the magnificent Royal Palace, the stunning Silver Pagoda and more. If you wish, pay your respects at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Or, shop til you drop in the Russian Market.

When you’re not out exploring, relax and unwind on board the 5-star Aqua Mekong cruise ship. Catering to just 40 guests with a 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, the Aqua Mekong guarantees best-in-class personalised luxury in this culture-rich landscape. Sip a cocktail in the outdoor and indoor lounges and bars. Or, splash around in the outdoor jacuzzi plunge pool. Multi-award-winning chef and restauranteur David Thompson ensures a first-class dining experience showcasing the full repertoire of flavours from Cambodia in a refined style.

This luxury, 5-day river cruise is all inclusive. Enjoy 4-nights’ accommodation in a non-balcony, first deck Designer suite on a twin share basis (upgrade to balcony and second deck at an extra cost).  All meals, activities and experiences are provided. Air transfers via Cambodian Angkor Air from Phomn Penh to Siem Reap at the end of the trip are also provided during low water season (see Route Information for more detail).

Discover the real Vietnam and Cambodia on this once-in-a-lifetime voyage of the mighty Mekong River. The fascinating culture and history of the region will stay with you.

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Let yourself in on the beautiful mysteries spread across the mesmerizing lands of Vietnam and Cambodia. From sailing among the limestone peaks of Halong Bay to the ethereal ruins of Angor Wat, unearth their unique culture, bustling communities, majestic temples and exquisite cuisine on this 10-day walking adventure.

Your journey begins at Halong Bay where you’ll set sail for 2 days onboard the opulent Indochina Sails ship. Cruise into the bay and enjoy the stunning view of karst formations out of the water. Back on dry land, uncover the charms of Hanoi. Immerse into the serenity of nature as you hike the beautiful isle of Cát Bà on foot to engaging in a sunrise tai chi class. Embark on a flight where astonishing view awaits you at the imperial Hué, with its centuries-old palaces and temples. Ride a dragon boat down the Perfume River and stroll the mausoleums. Adore the streets of Hoi An, an ancient town with gorgeously preserved architecture. Revel in the sea breezes as you traverse Vietnam's central coast, and find connection to rural life at Cam Kim Island. From one paradise to another, fly to Cambodia and uncover the mysterious remains of ancient Khmer Empire - iconic temples, giant carved images and beautiful bas-relief. Relish the views of the stilted villages on the edge of massive Ton Le Sap Lake - a UNESCO biosphere reserve. End your tranquil journey with a breathtaking sunrise over the majestic Angkor Wat and be entranced by the stories behind the historic carvings.

This luxury package includes 9 nights’ accommodation in 5 star hotels including 2 nights onboard the Indochina Sails ship. 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 Vietnam and Cambodia’ authentic and untouched beauty. Unlock the secrets of two spectacular countries 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.

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