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Discover the ‘real’ South East Asia as you travel between Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express. With 2-nights aboard one of the world’s most luxurious trains, this package is perfect for those wanting to immerse themselves in the colours and flavours of Thailand and Malaysia and truly know the people.
To step onboard is to step inside another world…
Your journey through the exotic East begins in Bangkok, Thailand, a city of contrasts with action at every turn. Venture away from the city to the floating and railway markets that are the lifeblood of the country. The real Bangkok is away from the flashing neon lights.
Then, it’s all aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express, where you will slow down and step into a world of classic glamour. Over three unforgettable days, journey deep into the countryside of Thailand and Malaysia – and deep into the past. Travel through lush green rice paddies and limestone massifs and spend time in remote villages, where you’ll have the chance to meet and get to know the locals. Learn the fascinating WWII history of the River Kwai and Death Railway, take a traditional Thai cooking class and visit a working fruit and rubber plantation – these are just some of the immersive cultural experiences that await.
Your rail journey of a lifetime ends in Kuala Lumpur, the vibrant capital of Malaysia. Much more than gleaming skyscrapers and colonial architecture, Kuala Lumpur will enthral you with a melting-pot of temples and shrines, expansive shopping malls and an abundance of gastronomical delights from hawker stalls and cafes to Michelin-star restaurants.
In addition to the Eastern & Oriental Express, you’ll stay in some of the world’s best hotels: the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, and RuMa Hotel & Residences. Aboard the train, enjoy sumptuous feasts served on silverware, world-class champagne, wine and cocktails and jazz-club music lingering in the air. The internationally renowned chefs and bartenders will tantalise you with the colours and flavours of East meets West. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are sure to rival any dish from the world’s best restaurants.
This ultra-luxe 7-day package includes 6-nights’ luxury accommodation on a twin share basis (including 2 nights aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express). Gourmet meals and beverages are included as specified along with carefully curated off board excursions, English-language guiding and transfers.
All aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express for a timeless adventure that will take you to the very soul of Thailand and Malaysia. Go beyond the tourist traps and get to know the people that call this beautiful part of the world home.
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This luxury walk combines the captivating sights of Beijing, one of the world's great cities, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience of a private helicopter flight over the Great Wall. You'll explore Beijing's past, present and future and see how these are forced together in the crowded neighbourhoods and streets of the city.
Your escorted adventure starts from Tiananmen Square, where you can take in the full weight of its historical and cultural significance. Enter the Forbidden City and delve into China's cultural treasures. The largest ancient palatial structure in the world was home to 24 emperors for almost 500 years from Qing Dynasty to Ming Dynasty. Consisting of 980 surviving buildings and 8,886 chambers over 720,000sqm, the Forbidden City is a 'city within a city', which you can image will be a long and interesting walk.
You'll then experience a different vibe by wandering through Beijing's antiquated and interwoven hutongs, walking through the popular imperial neighbourhoods around Houhai Lake, and be spoilt with Fine French dining in a 600-year-old temple courtyard.
Your Great Wall experience will start with a grand heli flight. Then you'll hike with your guide on the 2,000 year old Great Wall of China, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stop at an ancient tower to enjoy a gourmet picnic while looking at the wall snake across the verdant hills.
The tour will also provide you with the opportunity to engage with the local Chinese culture. Practice tai chi with a master in the Temple of Heaven built in 1420 for the emperors to make sacrificial ceremonies and pray for harvests. Also learn how to make dumplings listen to the interesting stories of your local host who has been living her whole life in the Hutong area.
Throughout the trip, you'll stay at the luxurious Waldorf Astoria Beijing, one of Beijing's most gorgeous hotels. Outside it has impeccable glamor, while inside it whispers a boutique elegance inside, It artfully blends rich Chinese tradition and modern sophistication in the prestigious heart of Beijing's imperial district. You'll have an experienced English speaking local guide with all the insider knowledge throughout the tour.
Take the tour of a lifetime to Beijing, and let us to show you the best of the figurative heart of the Middle Kingdom that is Beijing.
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Witness time come to a standstill as you behold captivating sceneries like no other in Argentina’s Patagonia. By day unearth, natural wonders from pristine lakes, towering peaks and majestic glaciers topped with a taste of country life. By night, unwind in luxury hotels from boutique to ranch havens amidst the Andean peaks.
Be spell bounded by the beauty of the sublime and unique Argentine Patagonia on this immersive 8-day walking voyage.
Your adventure begins as you arrive at Hotel Posada Los Alamos in El Calafate, Argentina then after you’ll shuttle to Estancia Estela where you enjoy a picnic by the long glacier-fed Lake Viedma. Marvel at De Los Tres Glacier as it plunges into Lake Viedma while at the top of Laguna de Los Tres. Pay a visit to the historical ranch La Leona where Butch Cassidy rested in the old days. Catch a glimpse of the famous Upsala Glacier as you embark on an unforgettable cruise across Lake Argentino. With adventure at every corner from learning about fascinating geological history at the Fossil Canyon, a thrilling horseback ride across the pampas to a serene cruise across Lake Argentino to Puerto Punta Bandera. Catch sight of the breathtaking Perito Moreno Glacier, a stunning 200-foot-high, blue-hued wall. Bring an end to this mind-blowing and intriguing experience with one last hike before shuttling to El Calafate or the El Calafate airport.
Relax and unwind at these grand resorts chosen for your comfort; unwind at the Los Cerros Boutique Hotel lounge, and relax your muscles in the whirlpool tub. Go on a peaceful walk through the organic garden of the Hotel Posada Los Alamos. Bask in the stunning sights of nature as well as the Upsala Glacier at the Estancia Cristina resort. Treat your tired muscles to a rejuvenating spa session at the Eolo resort.
This luxury package includes 7 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 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.
Explore to your fill and let the bewitching ambience of Argentina’s Patagonia sway you on a memorable 8-day experience that will surely expand your horizon and adorn you with a new perspective of this magnificent world.
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Set your mind to have the best time in Oregon's adventure capital and hike a section of The Pacific Crest Trail to the raging Deschutes. Explore nature's aesthetic virgin forests, behold stunning cascading waterfalls, crystal-clear sapphire blue waters and taste amazing local cuisines. From its Crater Lake National Park to Smith State Rock Park, enjoy the tranquility and handmade ales on this 6-day immersive adventure.
Your hiking adventure begins in Bend as we walk along the Deschutes River Trail passing gorgeous trees, and gracing our sights with charming birds and wildlife. Go for a hike at the Smith Rock State Park and take in this high-desert wonderland in all its glory. Explore diverse art galleries and cafes in the lively downtown Bend, and end the day's adventure with a relaxing beer venture at Bend microbrewery. Hike along crystal-clear waters to the grand finale of Tumalo Falls, the Sunriver Resort with its homely, elegant and top-tier amenities. Relish the stunning views of the immaculate Crater Lake and its breathtaking sapphire-coloured and crystal-clear waters as you make your way up to the peak of Mount Scott. Be awed by Oregon's landscape as we hike among stands of western hemlock and white-bark pines. Go for a refreshing walk along the rim of the Crater and hike down Cleetwood Cove for a rejuvenating dip in the lake. The amazing journey ends as we take a final summit to the popular Garfield Peak and shuttle back to Bend.
Away from exploring, our accommodations are well equipped for your comfort and relaxation; Unwind and do your health some good in Oxford Hotel's sauna/steam room; have a relaxing and revitalising time at the welcoming and cosy Sage Springs Spa at Sunriver Resort, and enjoy some of Oregon's finest cuisines at Crater Lake Lodge on-site exquisite restaurant.
This luxury package includes 5 nights' accommodations in premier 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, 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 immersed in the great outdoors and find time to truly connect to mother nature. Be spell bounded by pristine landscapes and ignite your senses on a culinary journey on this inspiring Pacific Northwest voyage.
Delve deep into the rugged beauty and pioneering spirit of the South Australian outback with this deluxe 7-day guided tour of the Flinders Ranges, Lake Eyre and Coober Pedy. This “ultimate” comprehensive expedition also includes a 4WD Arkaroola Ridgetop tour.
Go where the spaces are open and the “eyre” is fresh…
Starting from Adelaide, set out in a modern and comfortable 4WD with a group of maximum 5 travellers into the wilds of South Australia. Driving through the Flinders Ranges and Outback, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were navigating the unexplored face of Mars, where towering ancient cliffs and deep craters border dusty red roads. While in the Ranges, you’ll embark on an exhilarating 4WD tour of the Arkaroola Ridgetop and marvel at the crown jewel of the region: Wilpena Pound aka Earth’s Bellybutton.
An epic 5-hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre gives you the ultimate bird’s eye view of Australia’s largest salt lake. During your flight, you’ll have the unique opportunity to land among the Anna Creek Painted Hills for a guided walk of this secret lunar landscape. Walking among the endless ochre-red and mustard yellow rock will fill you with a profound sense of isolation. If you’re lucky enough to visit during the rains, look on in wonder as the desert explodes into floodwater and thousands upon thousands of birds.
Delve deep into Coober Pedy to discover a unique outback town where more than half the residents live underground. Visit the underground church, the underground hotel and, of course, the Umoona Opal Mine and Museum that give the town its reputation as Australia’s Opal Capital.
Along the way, you’ll visit picturesque historic towns and must-see sights including Australia’s oldest copper mining town, South Australia’s oldest winery and even a rocket park, where you will uncover the truth behind Australia’s Cold War weapons testing program. You’ll feast on delicious, locally sourced food and encounter unforgettable Aussie larrikins. You’ll return to Adelaide having experienced the best of this little-known part of the world.
This unique package includes 7-days/6-nights on tour with a small group of maximum 5 people. You’ll stay 6-nights’ in deluxe accommodation in Rawnsley Park, Arkaroola, Marree, William Creek, Coober Pedy and Woomera on a twin share basis. All meals, transport and guiding included as well as National Park entry fees as applicable.
Leave no stone unturned in the South Australian outback with this deluxe 7-day guided tour that includes the Flinders Ranges, Coober Pedy and an epic 5-hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre. You haven’t truly seen South Australia unless you’ve gone outback!
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We specialise in bespoke "tailor-made" luxury or private journeys. Please contact us for a "tailor-made" itinerary for your perfect adventure.
Embrace the rugged beauty and pioneering spirit of the South Australian outback with this deluxe 6-day guided tour of the Flinders Ranges, Lake Eyre and Coober Pedy.
Starting from Adelaide, set out in a modern and comfortable 4WD with a group of maximum 5 travellers into the wilds of South Australia. Driving through the Flinders Ranges and Outback, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were navigating the unexplored face of Mars, where towering ancient cliffs and deep craters border dusty red roads. Marvel at Wilpena Pound, a vast natural amphitheatre, created through erosion over millions of years, or look up at night for a sky show like never before.
This unique package includes 6-days/5-nights on tour with a small group of maximum 5 people. You’ll stay 5-nights’ in deluxe accommodation in Rawnsley Park, Marree, William Creek, Coober Pedy and Woomera on a twin share basis. All meals, transport and guiding included as well as National Park entry fees as applicable.
Discover the rugged beauty of the South Australian outback with this deluxe 6-day guided tour that includes the Flinders Ranges, Coober Pedy and an epic 5-hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre. You haven’t truly seen South Australia unless you’ve gone outback!
Step into the doors of bliss exploring Italy's spellbinding Trento region on this 5 day walking adventure, where the landscape is a mesmerising assortment of wonders. Mountain vistas stun you at every turn, dolomiti delicacies enliven your taste buds, a marvellous resort and spa caresses you every night and the ambiance of Italy’s nature including the beauty of Brenta-Adamello Natural Park takes you beyond what you deemed extraordinary.
Your adventure begins in Trento, where a shuttle takes you to the Brenta Dolomites National Park. Hike through wildflower meadows and alpine pastures under the shadows of forested mountains to Rifugio San Giulio, bordered by two alpine lakes, for lunch with the views. Shuttle to a high alpine lake lodged 2000 metres above sea level to hike the high alpine landscapes and the fringes of Cornisello Lake with the Brenta Dolomites in view. Head to the twelve apostles peak for a short hike along a rocky trail where the view switches from lush meadows to rugged alpine terrains. Take a shuttle to Madonna di Campiglio for a lift into the five lakes area. Ascend to Lake Ritorto, complete the Cinque Laghi circuit, and descend to Lake Nambino. Walk along the Sirca River into Val Genova with views of Nardis waterfalls before departing to Verona as the trip ends.
The premium package includes 4 nights of accommodation 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 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.
Relish a mind-blowing experience that unravels Italy's finest natural gems and landscapes that drip jaw-dropping gorgeousness. Hike through paths framed by forested mountains, taste mouth-watering cuisine, recline in luxury every night and be amazed by nature and uninterrupted thrills for 5 straight days.
Enjoy the beauty of walking in this exciting 8 days Dolomites discovery designed to explore the Italian stunning landscape at its best. Experience diverse cultures and memorable walks across beautiful architecture and lush alpine meadows including Fanes-Sennes and Dolomiti di Sesto National Parks. Relish authentic Tyrolean gourmet and capture every moment to seal an unforgettable adventure.
You journey begins in the picturesque village of Villabassa where you’ll spend your first day unwinding at your home for the week at Hotel Adler, complete with a spa and renowned restaurant within 400-year-old walls., The next day brings you to your walking journey into the Dolomites beginning at the serene Lago di Braies, a photographer’s dream location surrounded by blonde shingle beaches and jagged peaks. Here, journey to magnetic beaches with mountains rising all around or stroll past the quaint chapel overlooking the lake. Wander the beguiling Knieberg Mountain to explore the high alpine pastures along the Austrian border, and descend to Alpe Nemes hut to enjoy the magnificent view of Sesto Croda Rossa. Along the way, visit Durrenstein hut to indulge in the local Kaiserschmarrn specialty. A free day is yours to relax in the hotel wellness centre or take a self-guided walk around this wonderful area. Your walking culminates as you hike to the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, one of the best-known mountain groups in the Dolomites Alps. A Hike to the majestic Monte Piana marks the end of your incredible Italy walking adventure.
This package includes 7 nights accommodation in a 4-star hotel on a twin-share basis. Meals, transport and activities are as specified in the itinerary. We enjoy walks in the same areas on each trip, but the length and difficulty vary according to the walking level. Please make sure you choose the week that best suits your ability. Most weeks offer Activity Level 3 (Moderate) walking, between 5-7 hours walking per day. On some weeks, offer Level 5 (Challenging) walking, between 6-8 hours per day at a steady pace.
The mountainous region of Italy is more than just a new landscape to discover, it’s a marvellous delight for the eyes to witness. Immerse into an alpine paradise and take only the memories in this classic Dolomites adventure.
Nestled between the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki and the majestic Ben Ohau Range, Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is a place of ethereal beauty. The ultraluxe Ashley Mackenzie Villa and Private Spa sits with Lake Pukaki shimmers beneath the Southern Alps and Aoraki Mt Cook, New Zealand's tallest mountain. Meanwhile, from the Moraine Villas, the tawny pastures of the Mackenzie Basin stretch all the way to the Ben Ohau Range. Set amid one of the world’s most picturesque locations enjoy the inspiring and romantic villas in a private space for relaxation and rejuvenation and enjoy spectacular activities right on the doorstep of Aoraki Mount Cook National Park located in the beautiful and unique Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage Area. The Villa Puaka, is its newest retreat, giving uninterrepted views of Lake Pukaki and Aoraki Mt Cook complete wiht an outdoor hot tub, perfect for soaking under a blanket of a starry night sky. Wherever you are on the property, the night sky shines bright with countless stars curtesy of the Retreat’s prime position within the gold-level Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. In short, a stay at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is sure to leave you star struck.
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Departing from Christchurch, this seven-day-six-night Best of Southern Alps Trek offers you off-the-beaten-track experiences of spectacular Southern Alps scenery and full of highlights including mountain peaks, valley systems, remote lakes, the magnificence of Aoraki Mount Cook and Mount Aspiring from high vantage points, and a spectacular hikes in Wanaka and Queenstown providing a spectacular finish to the tour.
Kick off your trekking journey from the highland region of Lake Tekapo with the first night at a private backcountry hut with superb alpine and lakeside vistas. Then trek east along a ridgeline to around 2000m, hike in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park on the ridge overlooking the Hooker Glacier and directly across from the spectacular Mt Sefton with its rumbling avalanches of ice and rock. After wandering the secluded Lake Ohau, transfer to Wanaka, where you'll hike beside its picturesque lake nestled at the base of the Southern Alps. Your incredible Southern Alps trek ends in sensational style with a breathtaking Ben Lomond Hike overlooking stunning Lake Wanaka and the distant Remarkable and Richardson Ranges.
Accommodation is included each night and has been carefully selected to provide comfort and value in the best locations possible. The accommodation is on a twin share or double room basis with private facilities, except for the first and second nights where we stay in a mountain hut. This remote back country hut has bunk beds in a dormitory arrangement and the bathroom facilities are basic and shared. If you wish to reserve a room to yourself a single supplement is available at extra cost.
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).
The tour starts from Christchurch and concludes in Queenstown. All transfers as well as guides are included. Small groups of twelve walkers are hosted by highly experienced and knowledgeable guides.
The walk is graded moderate and fully supported. The sense of isolation and wilderness is a strong feature of this trip. On the first day of the tour you will be staying in a private mountain hut. You will need to carry an overnight pack for that day and then back to the vehicle on the second day. The rest of the walks on the tour are day walks so a small pack with personal essentials is all you will need to carry. The support vehicle will then take the rest of the equipment.
This seven-day Best of Southern Alps Trek is a dramatic trek, offering a grand overview of this spectacular mountain landscape.