Departing from Queenstown, discover the awe-inspiring Milford Sound, Hollyford Valley and unspoiled natural beauty of the wildlife-rich Stewart Island on foot over seven days. Ben Lomond Track, Stewart Island, Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Routeburn Track, Kepler track and Hollyford Heli-hike are all on show in this incredible trip.

Kick off your trip in the 'adventure capital' Queenstown where you hike the lower slopes of Ben Lomond for extensive panoramic views over Lake Wakitipu. Crossing over to Stewart Island you will enjoy some short walks as well as a free day to explore this remote island on foot, kayak or even try to sight New Zealand's iconic flightless bird ‐ the Kiwi.

Stewart Island is one of the few places in the country with the greatest chance of seeing this very shy creature. Returning to the mainland, journey into Fiordland National Park for the Kepler track and Milford Sound walks. Then you'll take a breathtaking helicopter flight over dramatic peaks into uninhabited Martins Bay in the heart of the Hollyford region. Explore this amazing landscape on foot with a walk through lush forest and coastal heath to a rocky bay, which is frequented by penguins and seals in season. Jet boat to the Hollyford River and walk along the Hollyford Valley, following the footsteps of early explorers through native beech forest speckled with elegantly flowing waterfalls. Hike the Routeburn Track up to Key Summit for sweeping views over the beautiful Hollyford Valley before heading back to Queenstown.

Accommodation is included each night and has been carefully selected to provide comfort and value in the best locations possible. On this trip, you'll stay at an Homestead Villa Motel, South Sea Hotel, Distinction Luxmore Hotel, and Martin's Bay Lodge.

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).

All transfers to and from Queenstown as well as guiding are included. Small groups of twelve walkers are hosted by highly experienced and knowledgeable guides.

The walk is graded easy to moderate and fully supported. Small groups of twelve walkers are hosted by highly experienced and knowledgeable guides. The walk is easy graded and fully supported. You only need to carry a day pack each day.

This seven-day-six-night hiking tour takes you to discover some of the country's most pristine and spectacular landscapes in the deep south of New Zealand.

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Immerse yourself in the tranquil island life of Vancouver and the Gulf Islands on this 6-day adventure from Salt Spring Island to Victoria. Hike and cycle along coastal paths, verdant fields, and lush cedar forests, soaking in breathtaking sea views and diverse wildlife on a private Zodiac cruise. Relish farm- and sea-to-table cuisine paired with fine wines, all while enjoying luxurious accommodations throughout your journey.

Your adventure begins in the charming town of Sidney with a scenic shuttle and ferry ride to Salt Spring Island. Explore the exciting trails of Burgoyne Bay Provincial Park, relishing panoramic views of Mount Maxwell and Sansum Narrows. Continue on two wheels through picturesque artisan villages, stopping at Salt Spring Wild Cider for a refreshing taste of local ciders. Experience the awe-inspiring Butchart Gardens with a vibrant floral display of blooming flowers, including over a million bedding plants in 900 dazzling varieties. Venture out on a scenic wildlife-watching zodiac voyage with chances to spot orcas and seals along Vancouver Island's stunning coast. Finish your experience with a delightful walking tour of Victoria, soaking in its rich history and vibrant culture before departing Victoria for your onward journey.

The package includes 5 nights' accommodation in luxury hotels on a twin-share basis. Meals and transport are included as specified. 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. Leaving you with multiple hiking and 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; walk and bike in true comfort.

Escape the daily grind and embrace the serene charm of island life in British Columbia. Over 6 days, indulge in thrilling adventures and personalized experiences that cater to your every whim, allowing you to savor life from a blissful, intimate perspective.

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In the jungle-covered hills surrounding the COMO Shambhala Estate, there is a back-to-nature holistic approach seamlessly fitting in with state-of-the-art facilities and delivered by experts. Here, you will make a lasting commitment to change and embark on a 4-day-3-night targeted wellness programme.

The healing power of nature permeates through the spa treatments and activities, with the deep spiritual faith and culture of local sites being intrinsic to the care given here. It focusses on an Asian-inspired cutting edge holistic healthcare, and uses arts such as yoga and Pilates to help you discover a more balanced way of life.

Upon arrival, you will receive a personal consultation with questions ranging from diet, to sleep to caffeine consumption. Then you'll be prescribed treatments and activities based on your personal lifestyle and goals and book in a targeted wellness programme.

The level of care and attention from the trained staff is unparalleled. With a dedicated Ayurvedic Doctor, certified yoga teacher, certified Pilates and personal instructor and nutritionist, and oriental medicine expert consultant, you will be sure to be well looked after during your wellness retreat.

Four Programmes To Choose

1. AYURVEDIC PROGRAMME

Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems, based on the concept that individual wellness rests on a delicate balance between three elements, or ‘Tridoshas’. The Ayurvedic doctor will customize a program based upon a thorough initial consultation, which can include panchakarma, body treatments, a special COMO Shambhala Cuisine diet, private yoga and meditation.

2. CLEANSE PROGRAMME

This is the programme of choice for those seeking wellness from the inside. The Estate experts will develop your personal plan to help you truly detox. Enjoy a choice of complimentary spa treatments and activities, and dine on our healthful COMO Shambhala Cuisine.

3. BE ACTIVE

If you’re looking to jumpstart a new fitness regime, or simply enhance your current healthy lifestyle, this is the wellness programme for you. Enjoy submersion into physical activity with personal training sessions, guided adventure challenges, spa treatments and our healthful COMO Shambhala Cuisine.

4. BESPOKE PROGRAMME

Individual programme will be tailored to the needs of the guest upon consultation with retreat wellness specialist.

You will also participate in the extensive COMO Shambhala Estate’s daily schedule of activities.

A wellness escape to this secluded Bali resort is a truly unforgettable experience.

Departure Dates

Depart daily on request.

Group or Corporate Retreat

The programme is suitable for group or corporate retreat. Please contact us for customised package.

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Set out on an unforgettable 6-day multi-adventure from Bilbao to San Sebastián and Biarritz as you hike, bike and kayak. Uncover the hidden treasures of two outstanding countries from Spain to France as you traverse serene beaches, glorious landscapes, picturesque towns, spectacular Flysch cliffs and immersive traditions.

Your adventure begins as you arrive in the fascinating city of Bilbao in Spain. Delight in the sight of the 60 million years old spectacular Flysch cliffs in the vast remarkable Basque. Set out to San Sebastián blessed with a shimmering bay and glorious white-sand beaches. Embark on an exceptional journey as you share a path with pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago to Santiago de Compostela. Embark on a kayaking adventure in the region's beautiful waters, and hunt for Pintxos through the streets of San Sebastián. Venture on a surfing lesson and thereafter leave for France where you bike through the elegant seaside town of St-Jean-de-Luz. Hike through the charming village of Basque with breath-taking views, and explore the narrow streets of St-Jean-de-Luz. Take part in the sport of pelote basque, one of the oldest sports in Europe. Bring an end to your exciting and insightful exploit with one last adventure around the fascinating city of Biarritz.

Relax and unwind at these resorts selected for your comfort; go for a swim in the glistening waters of the outdoor pool in Hotel Maria Cristina. Pamper yourself to a rejuvenating session at the exotic spa of Hôtel Thalasso & Spa. Relax with a soothing drink in hand at the famous cabanas with magnificent views of the ocean at Hotel du Palais.

This luxury package includes 5 nights’ accommodation in luxury hotels on a twin share basis. All luggage transfers will be provided. 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 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; walk and bike in true comfort.

Take a breather and let yourself bask in the bounties of Spain and France; relish the unique taste of Pintxos delights, make the ocean yours, establish new connections and let the sheer splendour of these two countries re-shape your world.

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Uncover a magical underwater world at Kokomo – Fiji’s most exclusive private island – with this luxurious 5-day snorkel and dive package in the Great Astrolabe Reef.

Located just 45 minutes flight from Nadi International Airport, Kokomo Private Island is home to the world’s fourth largest reef, the Great Astrolabe Reef, which extends for over 100-kilometres (62mi) along the eastern side of the Kadavu Islands. Set on the north east of the islands, Kokomo offers exclusivity to dive sites that are not frequented by other resorts. The visibility consistently magnificent, with clear viewing of up to 60-metres, rarely dropping below 25-metres.

Over 5 thrilling days, delve deep into the Great Astrolabe Reef, with diving options on both the eastern and western sides. Beginners will enjoy shallow channels, soft coral bommies and a kaleidoscope of fish, while advanced divers looking for something more thrilling, can explore deep drop-offs, caverns, and drift diving. Come face to face with manta rays, reef sharks, turtles and more as you explore this underwater world.

You’ll stay 4-nights at Kokomo Private Island on a twin share basis. The epitome of privacy, luxury and space, each of Kokomo’s 21 exclusive villas includes its own private pool, tropical walled garden, ocean view and direct beach access. Open plan living at its finest, the villas also feature a large living area and kitchenette with air-conditioning and ceiling fans throughout, coupled with a master bedroom with walk in closet, rain shower, a deep soaking bathtub and outdoor shower. 

This incredible, all-inclusive 5-day package features return transfers to Nadi or Suva, daily breakfast, lunch and dinner and activities as specified in the itinerary. You’ll also enjoy access to kid’s club and nanny services, laundry and pressing services and complimentary use of non-motorised water sports equipment. A dedicated butler and nanny are at your service for the duration of your stay. 

Discover why Fiji is considered the “Soft Coral Capital of the World”, with this 5-day snorkel and dive adventure at Kokomo Private Island. Underwater paradise is waiting!

NOTE: Extended stay is available. PADI diving courses also available upon request.

This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points. 

Embrace a transformative odyssey to the sacred summit of Japan's towering crest, Mount Fuji. Amidst panoramas that ignite the soul, succumb to the allure of gifting nature with celestial blossoms. Venture beyond the confines of the ordinary, sanctify three days to etch indelible memories, scaling the exhilarating heights of Fuji's divine embrace. Immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of enlightening encounters, enveloped by the rustic charm that serenades your ascent.

Embark on this ego-boosting and sensational trip with a personalised pick-up from Tokyo or the Mount Fuji area with an informative orientation on the trek. Arrive at Mount Fuji Fujinomiya 5th station and begin the ascent on the Fujinomiya route. Reach the 8th station to dine and sleep in a mountain hut and wake the next morning to climb to the mountain's summit at sunrise. Savour the sunrise atop Japan's zenith and begin a descent filled with satisfaction down to the 5th station for lunch and rest. Depart for Satoyama to experience a luxury glamping experience and sensational cuisines as rewards for your ascension feat. Proceed to Shiraito Falls to drink in charming views of thundering water cascades and draw the curtain of the trip by touring the perimeter of Mount Fuji's foothills with an e-bike.

Spend two nights of the trip resting at the 8th station Akaiwa Hachigo Mountain Hut and Satoyama Vacation Retreat. Both accommodations offer unique mountain experiences while featuring dorm-style and glamping facilities, such as beds and sleeping bags, a kitchen, fridge, fire pits, and bathrooms. Meals are exotic and delicious, comprising farm-to-table barbecue delights and local ingredients.

The expedition includes 2 nights of accommodation on a group-share basis, with one night in Akaiwa Hachigo Mountain Hut and the other in Satoyama Glamping Resort. Pick-up services are available, as well as English guides. A fully guided trek with an itinerary curated to help you maximise the best sights, sounds, and meals of the region.

Join an enthusiastic group of adventurers to explore one of the world’s most fascinating peaks, Mount Fuji. Ascend its ethereal summit, dive into the beauty of rural Japan, and create memories of a journey that truly transcends the ordinary.

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Explore the pristine beauty of a UNESCO World Heritage listed paradise, with a six-day walking and kayaking adventure on Lord Howe Island. Only 400 visitors are allowed on this island at any one time, ensuring total serenity and seclusion across this extraordinary destination, home to a wide array of unique marine and bird life.

Known as Australia's answer to the Galapagos Islands, Lord Howe Island and Ball's Pyramid are the last remnants of two volcanic seamounts that formed around 7 million years ago. This spectacular natural playground is a haven for an overwhelming variety of living creatures. Explore crystal clear waters, and encounter more than 500 species of fish and 90 species of coral while on land spot native birds as you walk beneath towering Kentia palms and enormous Banyan trees. On this varied itinerary you’ll combine hikes to famous sites such as the summit of Mount Gower and Transit Hill with snorkelling, kayaking and plenty of time to explore at your own pace.

All-inclusive accommodation at Arajilla Retreat is included in this sensational package. Nestled on the northern end of the Island’s lagoon, Arajilla is renowned for its generous hospitality and laid-back ambience. The Arajilla Restaurant sources premium local ingredients and organic vegetables from its onsite kitchen garden to craft delicious seasonal dishes that reflect the beautiful surroundings.

Lord Howe Island is easily accessed by plane from either Sydney or Brisbane and transfers from the airport to Arajilla Retreat are included. Also part of the tour package are twin-share luxury accommodation in a Kentia Suite, all meals, daily guided walks, kayaking and other activities.

A bucket-list destination for nature-lovers and adventure-seekers alike, Lord Howe Island remains virtually untouched by the modern world despite its allure as a tourism hotspot. Disconnect from life at home and explore this magical place, on lush tropical land and turquoise sea, and fall under the spell of an island paradise.

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Create a special connection with nature on an adventure to beautiful Scotland’s Highlands. Deepen your love for the thrill as you meander along exceptional trails on gorgeous terrains and encounter sublime marine life on this 6-day walking exploit venturing from Inverness to the Isle of the Skye.

Your journey begins in Inverness. Traverse the secluded and untamed Northwest Highlands in the awe-inspiring Wester Ross. Catch a view of wild pines and the blue waters of Loch Torridon. Climb mountain Glen to see the hidden lake behind the famed massif Beinn Eighe. Take an old hunters' tracking path toward Loch an Eoin, with Maol Chean-Dearg's peak reflecting in its waters. Hike a section of the 320-kilometre-long (200-mile-long) wild Cape Wrath Trail. On the Isle of Skye, enjoy gorgeous panoramas of the Cuillin Mountains and Portree Bay. Take in the striking ridgeline marked by plummeting cliffs, green plateaus, and rugged peaks on the Trotternish peninsula. Pass bumpy summits and climb along Quiraing. Settle in for a delectable local meal and musical performance. Tour the Duncraig Castle in the scenic village of Plockton. Walk through the towns of Achaidh na h-Inch and Achnandarach, and soak in views back to the Isle of Skye. Traverse the sparkling shores of Loch Breac an Eich and Loch Achaidh na h-Inch. Get some rest at our riverside hotel and trek across a footbridge to a flourishing island. Cap off this amazing adventure with an exploration of the romantic fairytale 15th-century Cawdor Castle and its charming garden before saying your goodbyes.

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.

Let yourself be spell bounded by Scotland’s mystical beauty traversing unfamiliar but captivating landscapes, encountering postcard-perfect views and uncovering its culture along the way.

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Revel in the spectacular natural beauty of the South Island’s glaciers and sounds on this thrilling 8-day road trip. This package is perfect for first time visitors wanting to see and experience the best of Te Wahipounamu.

Tucked away at the bottom of the world, New Zealand is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: snow-capped mountains, sparkling fiords, shimmering lakes, lush rainforests, fast-moving glaciers and more. The South Island is especially breathtaking as the home of the Te Wahipounamu UNESCO World Heritage Area. This 26,000 square kilometre (10,039sqmi) encompasses several national parks in southwest New Zealand – Mount Cook (Aoraki, Fiordland, Mount Aspiring and Westland National Park. On this road trip, you will visit them all!

Departing from Christchurch, hit the road to see and experience the best of Te Wahipounamu. Drive New Zealand’s most scenic roads including the Crown Range and Milford Road. Admire the remarkable turquoise coloured Lake Tekapo and bask in the brooding shadow of Mount Cook, New Zealand’s tallest mountain. Cruise the majestic Milford Sound and hike the famous Routeburn Track as well as the mighty Franz Josef Glacier. You will also embark on one of the world’s great rail journeys, the TranzAlpine, and have the opportunity to explore diverse cities and towns including Christchurch and Queenstown at your own pace.

This exciting 8-day nature-focused self-drive package includes 7-nights’ superior hotel accommodation on a twin share basis. At the end of each fun-filled day, you will sleep in comfort and have access to luxurious facilities and amenities including swimming pools and spas. Six days full size car rental is included as well as activities and sightseeings as specified in the itinerary. Daily breakfast provided.

Discover the splendor of the South Island on this 8-day self-drive road trip. This sensational loop route is the perfect introduction to New Zealand’s glaciers and sounds.

This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points. 

Experience the cultural wonders of the Baltic Sea with PONANT’s 10-day cruise aboard Le Champlain. This journey offers a perfect blend of history, architecture, and local delights, with an included excursion of your choice at every port of call. Visit Poland, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania as you explore highlights like Chopin concerts in Gdansk, the Suomenlinna fortress in Helsinki, and more. Immerse yourself in unforgettable moments curated for discovery and enrichment.

Unforgettable Route & Experiences

Your adventure begins in Copenhagen and takes you to Karlskrona, a UNESCO-listed naval city in Sweden. Explore Gdansk’s Gothic and Baroque treasures and enjoy Riga’s architectural diversity. Visit Estonia’s Saaremaa Island, steeped in Viking, Danish, and Russian history, before heading to Helsinki’s Art Nouveau-filled streets and Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed medieval wonders. Finally, the voyage concludes in the breathtaking archipelago of Stockholm.

Sail in Comfort and Elegance

Aboard Le Champlain, PONANT offers a luxurious cruising experience with state-of-the-art amenities, refined accommodations, and exceptional service. Designed for both comfort and exploration, this intimate vessel combines modern elegance with the spirit of discovery.

A Voyage to Remember

This Baltic Sea cruise is more than a journey; it’s a chance to step back in time and explore the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes of Northern Europe. With PONANT’s expertly curated itinerary and world-class hospitality, this is an adventure you’ll cherish forever.

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NOTE: The itinerary is indicative. No two expedition cruises will be the same, with each expedition crafted by the experienced Masters and Expedition Leaders. Throughout the expedition we may make changes to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel. We suggest that you do not arrive on the day of embarkation or depart on the day of disembarkation due to any changes that may occur in scheduling.

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