Route: Tokyo - Matsumoto - Kamikochi - Kiso Valley - Tsumago - Magome - Kiso-Fukushima - Takayama - Kyoto

A delightful journey from Tokyo to Kyoto, walking the best sections of the old Nakasendo Trail, exploring the famous Japan Alps region, venturing the remote mountainous highland valley Kamikochi. Over 11-days/10-nights, you'll fall under the spell of some of Japan's most spectacular mountain scenery and create memories to treasure.

Japan is a country of mountains. With over seventy-percent of the country being mountainous terrain, it’s no wonder that mountains have religious and culture importance to the Japanese. In particular, the Japan Alps region offers stunning views of scenic alpine landscapes.

Starting from Tokyo, you'll walk on the best section of the old Nakasendo Trail for 3 days passing the picturesque Kiso Valley. The village to village walk allows you to visit the exquisitely-preserved villages of Magome and Tsumago, and stay at some of the best hand-picked traditional Japanese inns. Venture into Kamikochi and explore the beautiful highland on foot along Azusa River surrounded by stunning peaks and seasonal foliage. You'll also have opportunity to visit Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its gassho-zukuri farmhouses.

The package also includes one day private guide walk in Tokyo and one day private guided cycling tour in Kyoto.

The classic accommodation is hand picked for this package, including some of the best 4 star hotels and comfortable traditional Japanese inns.

Most meals are included for the duration of the tour. You will enjoy authentic and delicious local cuisine. Please refer the itinerary for the meal inclusion.

The tour includes 10 nights accommodation, meals as mentioned in the itinerary, English meet and greet at the airport and return transfers to the airport, transport pass, guided tour in Kyoto and Tokyo and customised travel document.

This is the classic discovery of Japan Alps replete with natural beauty and rich history. You'll return invigorated and inspired with memories that will last a lifetime.

Departure Dates

Departs daily on request

Luggage Forwarding

Baggage handling is not included in the tour cost, but Japan has a fabulous luggage forwarding service which you can use to send your luggage to your next destination. It will take between 24 and 72 hours to get the luggage to the next point so we recommend preparing an overnight bag when using this service. Luggage can be sent between any two points in Japan and the bell desks or receptions at your hotel will be happy to assist you with arranging this luggage transfer. We can assist you to arrange luggage transfers.

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Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Torres del Paine National Park with this personalised adventure package over 5 days of walking and trekking. Enjoy the freedom of choosing from a variety of daily activities, including hikes, boat rides and nature walks, all surrounded by magnificent flora, fauna, and breathtaking vistas. At the end of each day, return to luxury in the wild at the comfort of Patagonia EcoCamp paired with warm beds and delectable meals, making your stay truly sublime.

Start your adventure in Punta Arenas with a transfer to the unique EcoCamp Patagonia inside Torres del Paine National Park. Your home for the next 4 nights, retreat to luxury domes furnished with private bathrooms, heaters, modern toilets, cosy twin and queen-size beds with comforters, and spacious terraces to soak in views of its captivating surroundings, including the three granite towers known as the Paine Towers. During the next 4 days uncover the magic of Torres del Paine and explore its fascinating flora and fauna. Explore Sarmiento Lake and uncover Patagonian wildlife including guanacos and great grebes. Embark on a scenic Pehoe Lake catamaran ride for a challenging trek to the breathtaking Valle Frances and finally conquer the rewarding Towers Base trek through Ascencio Valley for majestic views of mountains and glacial lakes. Your incredible journey ends with a return to Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales airport or continue your journey through Patagonia by driving across the border to El Calafate Argentina.

The trip package includes 4 nights accommodation at EcoCamp Patagonia in Standard Domes on a twin share basis (upgrade to EcoCamp Suite, Superior or Loft domes are available at an additional cost, please contact us). All meals and transportation as specified are included. This program is fully guided and supported by an English-speaking guide with guide to passenger ratio of 1:6. This is a sample itinerary and activities are subject to weather and the day of travel for excursions. This itinerary is customised for 4,5,6 or 7 days with a selection of daily activities. For more information on daily activities please refer to our ‘More Information’ section below.

Uncover the magic of Torres del Paine’s unrivalled wildlife and breathtaking vistas on an adventure customised to you with handpicked daily activities so that you can explore this incredible region to your heart’s content at your own style and pace.

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Transform your imagination about Wales as you set foot on the expansive British soil garnished with rugged cliffs, long-standing castles, seaside vistas, and little villages giving a taste of the wild and rustic side of Wales.

Your journey begins in Cardiff with a photogenic shuttle to the heart of Brecon Beacons National Park. Set out on foot to behold the magical scenes of emerald hills and bucolic pastureland and follow the trail to reach the top of Fan Y Big, a ridge offering a risky vantage point and the incredible panorama of English wilderness. Marvel at the wild side of Wales, from the summit of Llangorse Hill to the valleys dotted with little villages. Behold the eye-pleasing vistas of Llangorse Lake, from the summit, take in the views of freely grazing fauna around the red sandstone mountains and be on the lookout for birds of prey, and mountain ponies on your way. Ascend a valley to discover the two age-old wonders - the glacial lakes of Llyn y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr. Set foot on the earliest National Trail in Wales, and witness the unlocking wonders of the rugged cliffs, sheltered coves, winding estuaries, and widespread beaches. Espy Ramsey Island which is said to be uninhabited and wander in the city of St.David for shopping. Your walk along the Pembrokeshire coast gives you sensational scenes of wildflowers and rock formations. The historic town of Tenby offers views of medieval walls and a photogenic coastline. Last but not least, visit the ancient castle of Carew Castle, a Norman and Tudor fortress before ending your inspiring journey back in Cardiff.

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.

Set on an escapade to stand agape as you take in the all-around wonders of Wales, ranging from glacial lakes to sandstone mountains, a lifetime of unforgettable Welsh reminiscences.

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Indulge in the best Portugal has to offer on this inspiring 6-day hiking adventure traversing Lisbon, Porto, Sintra and the Douro River Valley. Embark on a voyage of discovery hiking its spectacular natural splednours from rolling green hills to the Atlantic Coast, from castles to old world architecture, countryside to ancient towns and savour the finest cuisine and wine. Embrace the light-filled haven of tranquility as you uncover the majesties of Portugal and its melodious culture.

Your adventure begins in the city of Lisbon on a thrilling hike, discovering Sintra's dreamy terrain and architecture of castles and palace. Set off on a trail to Cabo da Roca, an immaculate, desolate cape and the most westerly spot in mainland Europe. Be awed by the idyllic design of the Peña Palace on a private guided adventure. Enjoy delectable Portuguese cuisine and wines at our lovely hideaway. Visit the World Heritage terrain of Douro River Valley. Traverse through granite valleys and picturesque hamlets to discover Portugal’s most historic water mills and delve deeper to discover the entrancing Vinho Verde region of Portugal. Cap off an inspiring journey with a scenic unearthing of the magnificent city of Porto tapping into its history and culture as you meander through its cobblestoned streets.

Away from exploring, relax in these carefully selected resorts perfectly designed for your comfort; book a rejuvenating massage at the top-tier Anantara spa at Tivoli Palácio de Seteais. Enjoy a soothing dip in the hot tub at the Vintage House Hotel. Take a load off at the indoor or outdoor pool at the Monverde Wine Experience Hotel.

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 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-in true comfort.

Let yourself be engulfed in the allure and aesthetics of the diversified, trailblazing country of Portugal. From bustling streets to dreamy fairytale like castles, countryside to river life; awaken your senses on a voyage bursting with wonder, tranquility and indulgence that will leave you in awe at every turn.

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Explore Uluru and Kata Tjuta in style and witness a sunset and sunrise over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Enjoy Australia's most famous walking experiences in the Red Centre including Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge ‘Windy Gully' walk and Uluru Base walk.

At the end of each day, enjoy all the comforts at Sails in the Desert (5 star). Perfectly positioned to make the most of the Australian outback, Sails in the Desert is just a 5-minute walk from the Uluru (Ayers Rock) lookout.

Your outback experience is to be enhanced by food and wine experiences during the trip:

- Enjoy Uluru at sunset, accompanied with canapés and wine or cool refreshments.

- Enjoy an award-winning dining experience under the stars 'Sounds of Silence'. You will dine under the canopy of the desert night, while a storyteller shares with you tales as told in the stars.

This is an authentic “experience-of-a-lifetime" in the heart of Northern Australia’s timeless north.

Departure Dates

Departs daily on request 

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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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Conquer a classic trek in the Annapuma, one of the best for acclimitisation in Nepal. Led by experienced local leaders and porters, trek in comfort with a high staff to guest ratio for you to fully engage and connect in the tranquility of the Annapurna range. This well-crafted itinerary combines the best for acclimitisation and scenery as you unearth serene forests, terraced fields and picturesque villages.

Your adventure starts with an overnight in Kathmandu before leaving to the vibrant town of Pokhara. You'll spend the next 11 days trekking the Annapurna with full porterage, staying in quaint and comfortable mountain teahouses throughout. Get lost in the verdant valleys and stunning views of the towering Annapurna and Machhapuchhare mountains. Discover the picturesque town of Birethanthi, where refreshing dips in clear pools await. Explore Upper Ghorepani after a hike through picturesque villages and up stone steps to take in the majesty of the Himalayas. Take the opportunity for a sunrise climb atop Poon Hill for spectacular mountain views. Explore the traditional Gurung dwellings of Chhomrong village and its surrounding rhododendron groves. With each step, you move closer to the breathtaking scenery of snow- capped mountains as you traverse Annapurna Sanctuary and Machhapuchhare with an overnight in the high alpine wilderness of Annapurna Base Camp. Enjoy days exploring the serene town of Pokhara and fly back to Kathmandu to unlock its wonders at your own pace and where your incredible journey ends.

This trip includes 15 nights accommodation including 4 nights in comfortable hotels and 10 nights in teahouses (lodges) on a twin share basis. (Please note Days 7 to 10 may be shared rooms, for more information on accommodation refer to our 'More Info' below). All breakfasts and airport transfers are included. Enjoy 12 days walking with full porterage throughout enjoying the comfort of only carrying a daypack with a 1:4 staff to client ratio. Feel comfort trekking with experienced English-speaking local leaders who are qualified in first aid and trained in recognising and dealing with altitude sickness.

Be enchanted by Nepal's mesmerising mountain scapes for 15 fulfilling days and be warped into the magical magnet of Himalayas' dazzling wonders on a trek that will leave you spellbound.

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A thrilling 9-day adventure whisking you through the ambience of three breathtaking Southeast Asian regions. Immerse in quiet countryside villages, ancient temples, lush landscapes and harmonious culture as you cruise the serene Mekong River and cycle the wonders of Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia.

Your adventure begins in World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang, Laos where you catch a sweeping view of the Mekong River and a thrilling adventure of the classical Wat Xieng Thong, a notable holy site in the country. Get astonished walking down the series of scenic cascades to the three-tiered Kuang Si waterfall. Witness a fascinating contrast of the modern and rural world as you bike along peaceful roads through twee villages and local markets. From one quaint country to another, fly to Cambodia only to discover the iconic Angkor and its temple ruins as you bike among exquisite stone monuments. Take on a cultural immersion with a water blessing from a monk and uncover the decorated temples of Bayon and Ta Prohm. Be left breathless as you witness a magical moment with a sunrise over the picturesque Angkor Wat. Delve deeper into Cambodia’s treasures with a flight to Phnom Penh admiring its French colonial architecture. Slow it down and soak in the serenity as you end your magical journey on a truly elating and exclusive cruise along the Mekong River. Float across the Cambodian border into vibrant Vietnam. Along the way, embark on land adventure from cycling to riverside vistas, local markets to savoring a final ride along the Mekong as it widens into a vast delta. Your adventure comes to an end with a bike ride into Ho Chi Minh City.

This luxury package includes 8 nights’ accommodation in luxury hotels including 3 nights aboard the Heritage Line Ship 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 biking 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 in true comfort.

Unplug from the rest of the world and delve into the bountiful charms of Southeast Asia that will surely enrich your world on this mesmerizing 9-day escapade that will leave your rejuvenated, inspired and refreshed.

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Uncover the purest landscapes of South Island on this exhilarating 14 days adventure. Hike, bike and kayak into New Zealand’s natural beauty journeying through legendary icons Milford Sounds, Aoraki Mount Cook, Queenstown, Nelson Lake National Park, Franz Josef Glacier, the Alps to Ocean Trail and walking New Zealand's Great Walks including Routeburn and Kelper Track.

Departing from Christchurch, hit the road and immerse the splendour of majestic snowcapped mountains, pristine lakes and mighty glaciers that define the natural wonderland of South Island. From drinking in unforgettable wildlife encounters to drinking in world class wineries to glacial valleys and star-filled skies, South Island will keep you on your feet of bucket list adventures in all its forms. Lace up your hiking boots in Mount Cook and Nelson Lakes National Parks, giving a glimpse of high mountain peaks across icy blue water of Lake Pukaki before trekking great walks of Routeburn and Hooker Valley Tracks. Kayak the majestic Milford Sounds, hike mighty glaciers descending through the rainforest into the sea at Franz Josef Glacier and cycle the renowned Alps to Ocean Trail. Filled with surprises at every turn, it will ignite your imagination. Discover the Adventure Capital of Queenstown to your heart’s desire and at your own pace. Hike mountain summits and stay in mountain huts absorbing New Zealand’s backcountry wilderness in all its glory. Along the way, find your connection with the Māori culture with ample opportunity of up-close moments with wildlife including seals, native birds and if you’re lucky dolphins, penguins and a migrating whale.

Unwind each adventure filled day in carefully handpicked accommodations from lodges, chalets, mountain huts and hotels. Each stay embraces the quiet sanctuaries of New Zealand’s most stunning settings. This adventure includes 13 night’s accommodations with meals included as specified. You will be supported by two guides posing unrivalled passion as they bring the trails to life, ensuring you are well fuelled and hydrated.

An authentic escape keeping you connected with nature while exploring South Island’s treasures where some are legendary and others a well-kept secret. Embark on a true kiwi adventure of a lifetime leaving you inspired and wanting more!

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Experience Japan's spectacular island and culture by bike on the Shimanami Kaido cycling route across the Seto Inland Sea and across six islands. Your luxury cycling experience is enhanced by luxury accommodation, refined dinning and fully supported cycling crew throughout the trip.

Your trip starts from Hiroshima, which is easily accessed by train or flight from all major cities in Japan. You will enjoy a guided walk to the summit of Misen Mountain on Miyajima Island, one of the most scenic spots in Japan, which has long been regarded as an Island of the Gods on the beautiful Seto Inland Sea. Your luxurious modern room on the island features the views of the five-story pagoda and Senjokaku of Itsukushima Shrine. At sunset, enjoy fantastic views of stone lanterns lighting up the ocean.

On day 2 you'll cycle the world-famous Shimanami Kaido route from Onomichi to Imabari (70km), fully supported by an English coordinator and a private car. Ride along the world's longest series of suspension bridges, across six islands and take in the scenic natural beauty. There are no large inclines and the entire route can be comfortably completed in a day by intermediate cyclists.

On conclusion of the cycling journey, you'll be transferred to a secluded hot spring retreat, where you can soak in the hot spring bath and enjoy traditional kaiseki dishes utilising the rich seasonal ingredients of Setouchi.

The package includes two day guided cycling and walking, transfers, luxury accommodation, all meals as well as all bike rentals. The tour is fully supported with a supporting vehicle/tour coordinator for the entire cycling trip. You only need to carry a daypack.

Combining the best Japan cycling experience with luxury boutique accommodation and refined cuisine, this is luxury cycling adventure on the world famous Shimanami Kaido route.

Departure Dates

Departs daily on request

Price

Group of 2 people: from $3,650 AUD per person, twin share

Group of 4 people: from $2,895 AUD per person, twin share

Group of 6 or more people: on request

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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points.