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Explore one of the world’s most breathtaking wildlife at Manitoba on this incredibly inspiring 8 days’ expedition. A voyage from the dense forest Riding Mountain National Park to the colorful tundra of Churchill, pursue Canada’s Big Five Safari on zodiac cruise, wildlife drives, a tundra buggy experience to dog carting and more.
Your ultimate wildlife safari begins in Winnipeg, the geographic centre of North America. With a small intimate group of a maximum of 18 people, venture overland to the spectacular Riding Mountain National Park where the boreal forest, meadows and lakes, lofty height and deep gorges of Manitoba are home to moose, black bears, a captive bison herd and more. Embark on thrilling morning and evening wildlife drives as you photograph and witness the amazing wildlife that call this place home. Journey on interpretive hikes to a boat ride on Clear Lake delving deeper into the wonders of the region. You’ll fly north to Churchill, where boreal forest gives way to the rugged tundra and northern waterways. Get up close and personal as you set out by boat and zodiac cruise in pursue of inquisitive beluga whales. On land, peruse the cultural museum, embark on an exhilarating dog cart ride and explore the colourful fauna and fauna of the Churchill Wildlife Management Area in search of the majestic polar bear on a Tundra Buggy Experience.
The highlight of your trip is the Tundra Buggy Experience. Specially designed for the northern landscape, these all-terrain vehicles take you to exclusive access to the best locations in the Churchill area to safely experience and photograph wildlife offering an unparalleled experience. Venturing on a network of established trails in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area, the Tundra Buggy takes you to the heart of polar bear country, where bears and other subarctic wildlife roam. A truly unique experience in some of Churchill’s most remote and exclusive areas.
Your wildlife safari includes 7 nights' accommodation on a twin share basis with return transfers from and to Winnipeg and Churchill. All meals and activities specified in itinerary are inclusive as well as interpretive guides.
Create a thematic journey that will leave you in awe of Manitoba’s biodiversity. Escape to extraordinary corners where wildlife, culture and history come alive and where stunning landscapes leave an impression that will not be forgotten. Journey into a part of the world that not many people will have the chance to see.
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Embrace the rugged beauty and pioneering spirit of Australia with a luxury 10 days 4WD overland adventure from Perth to Adelaide. From the wild and beautiful Eyre Peninsula to the Nullarbor and south-west of Western Australia, take on the greatest Aussie outback road trip. Traverse stunning and diverse scenery, pristine beaches, dramatic coastlines, wild outback, once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters, food and wine experiences and Indigenous culture.
Go where the spaces are open and the air is fresh! Departing from Perth, a comfortable 4WD vehicle takes you away from the crowds and into southern Australia’s most remote wilderness regions. Taste your way around the Margaret River wine region and walk in the treetops in the forests of the south-west of Western Australia. Meet the kangaroos of Lucky Bay in Esperance and experience the vastness of this great land as you travel across the mighty Nullarbor. Stand on the ‘Edge of Australia’ at Head of Bight and indulge into the mouth-watering seafood and abundant wildlife of the Eyre Peninsula. Along the way you’ll visit picturesque and historic towns that are must see sights. There is so much more that lies beneath the surface on this exhilarating expedition. Experience the country at its ruggedly beautiful and charming best.
This unique package includes 9 nights’ accommodation on a twin share basis, on tour with a small group of maximum 7 people. You’ll stay in a range of accommodations from hotels, motels and beachfront resorts from Adelaide to Perth. Each stay has been hand-picked for its location as well as its high quality of rooms, facilities and hospitality, where some feature swimming pools and other-resort style facilities. Throughout the journey, you will enjoy the services of a friendly and experienced driver guide taking you off the beaten track to experience the real Australia with transport included. Sightseeing, park fees, activities and meals are included as specified.
Experience a different and unique side of Australian landscape showcasing the Margaret River, Nullarbor, Eyre Peninsula and more. You haven’t truly experienced the real Australia until you’ve gone on the greatest 10-day 4WD adventure at the outback!
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Embark on an unforgettable 4-day journey through the Red Centre’s untamed landscapes on this highlights-packed walking tour. Explore the Larapinta Trail’s most iconic spots, from Simpsons Gap to Euro Ridge, Ellery Waterhole, and Ormiston Pound, culminating in a sunrise summit of Mt Sonder. This fully supported trek allows you to travel light, carrying just a day pack as you traverse exposed ridgelines and deep gorges, soaking in the raw beauty of one of the world’s oldest landscapes. Each evening, unwind in ecp-comfort camps featuring hot showers, cosy lounges, and a heated dining shelter, where your guides prepare exquisite 3-course meals. A perfect blend of adventure and luxury in the heart of the Australian Outback.
Your adventure begins in Alice Springs at the historic Alice Springs Telegraph Station. Trek through mulga scrub and bird-filled woodlands, ascending to Euro Ridge for sweeping views before descending to Wallaby Gap. Continue west through shady Bloodwoods to the iconic Simpsons Gap and enjoy lunch and a swim at Ellery Waterhole. Rise pre-dawn for the awe-inspiring ascent of Mount Sonder, guided by headlamps through the peaceful darkness to witness an unforgettable sunrise at the 1,380m summit. Descend to Redbank Gorge for a well-deserved brunch, followed by an afternoon to relax or swim in the Finke River. Conclude your adventure with the breathtaking Ormiston Pound walk, featuring dramatic cliffs, native birds, and a thrilling water crossing before you journey back to Alice Springs.
During the trip, stay in award-winning eco-comfort camps nestled in the remote hills along the Larapinta Trail. These semi-permanent wilderness retreats offer inviting lounges, a communal dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen for ultimate relaxation after a day of hiking. Unwind by the campfire under star-filled skies, enjoy a warm shower, and sleep soundly in safari-style tents with cozy stretcher beds. While you walk, your support vehicle transfers your luggage and camping gear to the next campsite leaving you only to carry a day pack while you hike.
The tour includes 3 nights accommodation at eco-comfort camps on a twin share basis, all nutritious meals prepared by your highly skilled guides, National Park fees and camping equipment.
Discover the ancient Australian outback. The Larapinta Trail will delight wilderness lovers with its incredible scenery and staggering scale. In the footsteps of traditional owners, early explorers, and modern adventurers, the stories of the Larapinta Trail will come to life with every passing desert step.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points.
Traverse and taste the culture of California’s wine country, exploring the best of the awe-inspiring Napa Valley and Sonoma County on this tantalising 5-day hiking journey. From oak studded mountain to ancient redwood groves, from Napa Valley to Sonoma, enjoy hiking paired with a gourmet affair and indulge in delights where your wine list is as delicious as your views.
This amazing hiking journey starts in San Francisco, California. Enjoy a picturesque view of surrounding vineyards as you explore the Sonoma Valley while tasting their most sought-after wines. Annex to your science as the winemaking masters gives you informative tutoring on winemaking operations. Discover the peaceful coastal town, Jenner. Hike along the trail of the Pomo Canyon and relish the sights of its beautiful wildflowers. Get captivated by the fascinating sight of the Pacific Ocean and impressive views of the high waves and the mouth of the Russian River on a gorgeous sunny day. Admire the sight of the ancient redwoods in the Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve. Get a glimpse of the theatrical lava pinnacles while adventurously hiking on a mining track. This amazing journey ends with a visit to the charming St. Helena before a smooth ride back to San Francisco.
Have an amazing time resting away from exploring at your astonishing premiere hotels; relax with a therapeutic massage in the unique spa, or test your archery skills at the range at the Montage Healdsburg, enjoy a sweeping view of the palisades and Mayacamas mountain as you take a relaxing swim in the shimmering pool at the Solage hotel.
This luxury trip includes 4 nights accommodation in luxury hotels on a twin share basis. Meals as specified in itinerary and luggage transfers are included. 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 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.
An oenophile’s heaven and an adventurer’s delight; the best of both worlds is what awaits you on this exhilarating 5-day trip that will have you wanting more.
Indulge in the essence, beauty and culture of California’s wine country traversing Napa Valley, Sonoma Vineyards, Redwood forests, and the Sonoma coast. This immersive 6-day biking adventure incorporates the very best scenery, wine tastings and spa tranquility giving the ultimate Wine Country experience.
You begin your journey in Napa Valley as you savor, appreciate, and cycle through the legendary Valley, and past world-class wineries along the Silverado Trail. Visit tasting rooms, galleries, and markets in the picturesque towns of Yountville and Calistoga. Bike past notable cabernet grapevines and through Pope Valley. As you bike towards the ocean, enjoy the surroundings of eucalyptus woodlands, top-notch creameries, and wide-open cattle country. You bike over to Bodega Bay, nestled along the Pacific coast. Enjoy paddling past the rocky beaches before heading inland along the Russian River. Visit the alluring Healdsburg; its restaurants and tasting rooms might keep you occupied for a while. Indulge in sampling exquisite wines as there are dozens of wineries in the Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys. Enjoy a classic bike tour past the many beautiful vineyards as we end this amazing journey with a group lunch in Healdsburg and hear our separate ways.
Relax from exploring in your deluxe hotels; enjoy a relaxing swim with an amazing view of the Maycaman and Palisades mountains at the Solage Calistoga, enjoy a game of bocce with your friends at the Bodega Bay Lodge & Spa, relax with a therapeutic massage in the unique spa, or test your archery skills at the range at the Montage Healdsburg.
This luxury package includes 5 nights of 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 of 6:1guest-to-leader ratio. Leaving you 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; walk in true comfort.
Immerse in the true flavours and serene scenery of the Wine Country on this riveting 6-day biking exploit that will envelop you in comfort, discovery, and an unforgettable experience that awaits you.
Immerse into a world of perfectly blended nature and luxury of captivating scenery and where everyone is treated as royalty. Enjoy the best of both worlds as you wallow in the elegant beach house style at Sea Five Boutique hotel. Located in Cape Town and just 300 metres from South Africa’s most glamorous beach, Camps Bay Beach. Be spell bounded by the panoramic mountain and ocean views making it the perfect place to reconnect with nature away from the bustle of life. This magnificent location features seven immaculately designed rooms by the esteemed South African interior designer, Francois Du Plessis. Relax and bask in the serenity at the picturesque outdoor pool and savour one of South Africa’s most inspiring sunsets with a cocktail in hand. Treat your body like the temple it is to an unrivalled in-house spa treatment or yoga on your private terrace. Whatever you choose, a truly unique luxury experience awaits you during your stay at The Sea Five Boutique Hotel.
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Route: Kyoto - Kumano Kodo - Ise Shima - Osaka
Journey to the world-famous Kumano Kodo on foot from mountain to sea and immerse yourself in one of the most fascinating Japanese sacred traditions of Ama diving. Starting from Kyoto, this fully guided tour is the ideal discovery of the mountainous Kii Peninsula blessed with a rich pilgrimage tradition, isolated hot springs, and welcoming countryside hospitality. Your experiences also include an unforgettable culinary experience at a Michelin star restaurant in Kyoto.
The Kumano Kodo is the world's only UNESCO World Heritage-listed pilgrimage route besides the Camino de Santiago. Once a sacred pilgrimage reserved for emperors and samurai for over 1200 years, the world-class Kumano Kodo hiking route is today open to all walkers and natural wanderers.
The Kumano Kodo hiking route is well marked with sign posts. It weaves through the mountainous Kii Peninsula, forested landscapes and occasional villages. This walking journey has a mix of easy, moderate and hard day walks. The moderate Kogumotori-goe -pass rewards trekkers with the amazing view from Hyakken-gura. The Ogumotori-goe is a challenging walk with long ascents and descents, but it's believed to be the most memorable challenge of the Kodo. You'll walk from village to village covering up to 65.5 km and have an opportunity to visit two Grand Shrines (Kumano Hongu Taisha & Kumano Nachi Taisha).
The best accommodation along the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route is hand picked for this package, including a luxury Ryokan (a member of Relais & Châteaux member) in Kyoto, a traditional Ryokan run for generations since the Edo era in the picturesque hot-spring village of Yunomine Onsen, a private island hot spring resort and the luxurious Japanese Ryokan sitting along cliffs and overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
All meals are included for the duration of the walk. You will enjoy authentic and delicious local cuisine.
Your luggage will be transported all the way through, so you only need to carry a day pack to enjoy your daily exploration. Round trip train tickets and all transportations (taxi & local bus) during the Kumano Kodo hike are also included.
Luxury Kumano Kodo Mountain to Sea & Ama Divers is the ultimate discovery of Kumano replete with natural beauty and rich history. You'll return invigorated and inspired with memories that will last a lifetime.
Kumano Kodo walk can be customised to suit your requirements, e.g. changing guided to self guided.
Orientation for Kumano Kodo Walk
The local staff will give you an orientation of the tour when you arrive at Kii-Tanabe station. The staff will supply you with maps, bus timetables and brief you on your itinerary. The staff will explain cultural elements such as how to use a bath and purchase bus tickets if need be as well as answer any last minute questions.
Dual Pilgrim
This walk is qualified for "Dual Pilgrim". We provide official Dual Pilgrim Credential - a type of passport for pilgrims. It is used to collect stamps along the trail as a record of the walk. There are two sides, one for the Kumano Kodo and one for the Way of St. James.Please read the details in the section of Dual Pilgrim at the bottom of this page.
Why Choose Us
- We provide official English map (the best map).
- We provide official Dual Pilgrim Credential.
- We offer a pre-walk briefing at our local representative’s office.We arrange daily luggage transfer. Your luggage will be transferred to the next accommodation. You only need to carry a daypack for the walk.
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!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 where your will meet your expert guide briefing you the tour 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 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 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.
Includes: Arnhem Land| Bullo River Station | Kakadu| Kimberley Waterfalls
Imagine seeing the Top-End during the awe-inspiring green season. This tour is especially interesting to those who have visited northern Australia during the Dry Season. Marvel at the floodwaters as rivers burst their banks creating vast wetlands. Hear the roaring thunder of raging waterfalls and see the night sky alive with electricity. This place during the Wet has to be seen to be believed! This truly all inclusive package will assure you that here’s nothing to do but sit back, relax and enjoy your adventure!
If there is no departure date suits you, please contact us to arrange your private charter tour. A date of your choice is available for groups of 6 or more people. Subject to availability.
Submerge into an extraordinary expedition in the heart of Germany on this festive river cruise. Experience the magic of Christmas with an 8-day small river cruise expedition from Prague to Frankfurt featuring Czech Republic, Nuremberg, Bamberg and Wurzburg. Immerse in the holiday spirit as you explore aboard by foot or simply savour the slow pace life of sightseeing and cruising during this remarkable time of the year.
Start your festive river cruise with 2 nights in the beautiful city of Prague. Unleash your holiday spirit exploring its picturesuqe Christmas markets with time to explore the city at your own leisure. Venture on a guided walking adventure unearthing some iconic landmarks of Prague including castles, cathedrals and the Old Town’s iconic Astronomical Clock. Your cruise begins in Nuremberg in Germany, where you’ll board your luxury Avalon Ship. Discover this remarkable Holy Roman Empire city from guided excursions showcasing its historical treasures to its iconic Christmas markets, one of the most famous in Germany, and marvel at the magical atmosphere of holiday lights and decorations. Continue to lovely Bamberg and admire its nativity scenes set across town. Tap into the Christmas traditions as you cruise to Würzburg, embraced by rolling vineyard hills and admire the ornate Bishop’s Residence. Enjoy a walking adventure of picturesque Bavarian villages lit up with festive lights and decorations. Along the way, spend the afternoons and evenings delving into the Christmas Markets of each city as you sample Christmas culinary delights from spicy gingerbread, mulled wine to baking a traditional cookie. Your magical Christmas cruise ends in Frankfurt.
In between adventures, relax onboard the Avalon Fleet, which delivers the largest staterooms with panoramic suites complete with an open-air balcony of floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall views. The largest standard window in river cruising is more than 30% larger than others. With panoramic suites, world-class amenities, and refreshing off-shore excursions, experience your own slice of heaven aboard Avalon Waterways.
Active, Discovery or Classic
With multiple activity options from Active, Discovery or Classic to choose from each day, the cruise itinerary would accommodate varied interests and fitness levels, giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region tailored to you. You can choose to go slow pace taking in sounds and flavors of each city or as active to fulfill natural curiosity and wonder as spirited travelers. For more information, please refer to daily itinerary and ‘How To Choose Your Excursion Type ‘.
This luxury river cruise package includes 7 nights of accommodation in city hotels and onboard the Avalon cruise on a twin-share basis. Meals and activities are included in this trip. Experience a river cruise that is action-packed or filled with interactive discoveries as you explore destinations in true comfort and cruise your way.
Ignite your joyous holiday spirit and uncover Germany and Prague's historical treasures as you immerse into the views and tastes of the most magical time of the year while creating your own adventures.