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Australian Wilderness & Outback Journeys
Private and luxury journeys to The Kimberley, Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Red Centre, Flinders Ranges, Lake Eyre...
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Greatest Rail Journeys in Australia
A luxury holiday of a life time on one of the great Australian rail journeys. Rail & Sail, Reef & Rail, Outback & Rail...
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Go where the spaces are open and the “eyre” is fresh…This is the quintessential Aussie Outback experience.
Delve deep into the rugged beauty and pioneering spirit of the heartland with this deluxe 11-day small 4WD tour of the Flinders Ranges, Arkaroola, Marree, Lake Eyre, The Oodnadatta Track, Coober Pedy, Uluru and Kings Canyon. This is an “ultimate” comprehensive expedition that takes travellers on a journey of discovery, exploration and imagination.
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 2-hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre and Painted Hills gives you the ultimate bird’s eye view of Australia’s largest salt lake and the spectacular and recently discovered section of the pristine Breakaways country. The air trip 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.
Watch the sunset over Uluru and indulge in an unforgettable ‘Sounds of Silence’ dining experience. Traverse Kata Tjuta’s Valley of the Winds. Hike the Kings Canyon Rim Walk. You’ll arrive into Alice Springs having experienced the very best of the Heartland.
This unique package includes 11-days/10-nights on tour with a small group of maximum 5 people. You’ll stay 10-nights’ in deluxe accommodation on a twin share basis. All meals, transport and guiding included as well as National Park entry fees as applicable.
Experience a sacred and spiritual landscape unlike any other on this deluxe 11-day expedition that hits every hotspot between Adelaide and Alice Springs. You haven’t truly seen Australia unless you’ve gone outback!
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Experience one of the world’s great train journeys – the TranzAlpine – and the highlights of the New Zealand’s wild West Coast, with this unforgettable 6-day journey from Christchurch to Queenstown.
See the South Island like never before with one of the Great Journeys of New Zealand. Commencing in Christchurch, step aboard the TranzAlpine and travel across the spectacular Southern Alps towards the wild West Coast. Stop off at Arthur’s Pass, the highest most spectacular pass across the Alps, and discover a landscape of two halves. On the eastern side, you will see wide, shingle-filled riverbeds and vast swathes of beech forest. Descend on the western side and you venture through dense rainforest alongside and over deeply gorged rivers. Your local knowledgeable guide will take you hiking to see the highlights.
Continue to the West Coast and into glorious Glacier Country. Create your own unforgettable Glacier Country experience from the wealth of things to do in Franz Josef, Fox Glacier, Okarito and the surrounding area. From the highest mountains, largest ice rivers, rainforests, dramatic beaches and everything in between – this special part of New Zealand ticks all the boxes.
Cap off your journey with an immersive wilderness experience at Lake Moeraki. Explore rainforest trails, hike the spectacular seacoast and enjoy tranquil lake kayaking. Learn New Zealand’s fascinating natural history and see dolphins, penguins, fur seals and other rare wildlife. Lake Moeraki is truly a paradise for nature lovers, active travellers and wilderness seekers.
This fully escorted 6-day journey includes 5-nights’ accommodation at the luxury nature lodges and hotels on a twin share basis. The Wilderness Lodges boast stylish accommodation, gourmet food, fine wine and warm kiwi hospitality, while the 4-star Scenic Hotel Franz Josef offers everything you need to be able to explore the Glacier Country in comfort and style. One way ticket aboard the TranzAlpine from Christchurch to Arthur’s Pass is included along with travel by deluxe minivan. All meals provided.
Embark on a world-famous train journey to discover New Zealand’s West Coast, on this fully escorted 6-day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown. Experience nature in style at the country’s only 2 wilderness lodges.
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One of New Zealand’s premier luxury lodges, Solitaire Lodge Rotorua features breathtaking views over Lake Tarawera and lush natural bush and volcanic landscape backdrop. Enjoy the peace and quiet in the tranquil setting in a luxurious suite, all of which boast panoramic views over the lake and magnificent volcano. Indulge in daily changing menus with fresh local ingredients offering contemporary New Zealand cuisine, complemented by a variety of superb wines from a selection of regional vineyard. Experience your surrounds with an array of premium activities in a natural New Zealand lake setting or take an excursion to the volcanic plateaus and thermal wonders. Whether it is simple relaxation, thrilling adventure or a bit of both, make Solitaire Lodge your luxury escape.
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Encounter various forms, shapes and sizes of aesthetically pleasing glaciers, unique flora and fauna, and taste delightful cuisines and exquisite wines. Embark on exhilarating hikes, discovering the heights and depths of nature’s allure traversing Argentina’s Patagonia from lakes, peaks and glaciers on this 7-day walking adventure.
Your journey begins in El Calafate where you have to remember to catch your breath as you take a walk along boardwalks to see the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier. Delight your tastebuds with exceptional Argentine antiques including Malbec, Pinot Noir, and Torrontés. Be captivated by the majestic vistas of Estancia Cristina including a boat ride across Lake Argentino among icebergs and the famed Upsala Glacier. Navigate through lagoons filled with foods and black-neck swans before returning to El Calafate. Hike along the lakeside dunes of Lago Argentino, or choose to go for a horseback ride at Estancia Estela. Plunge into El Chaltén's remarkable Eco Domes giving you unparalleled vistas of Cerro Fitz Roy summits from your cosy home. Embark on a thrilling hike to Caligero Glacier from your dome doorstep in El Chaltén National Park, with direct access to majestic hikes, and stunning views of snowcapped Andes, draping glaciers, lenga forests and unique wildlife. Hike to magnificent sites of glacier-fed Lake and to stunning Laguna Capri. Cap off your magical adventure with a journey across the FitzRoy river to Lago Torre, feeding your sights with gorgeous panoramas before a scenic shuttle to El Calafate Airport.
Your walking package includes 6 nights’ accommodation in 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.
Capture postcard perfect views with your cameras and hearts, traverse gorgeous landscapes, meet new people and experience a different culture on this 7-day voyage.
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Fresh lakeside air and romance abound at the beautiful Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel. Perched on the shores of Lake Rotorua and surrounded by manicured gardens, this 5-star boutique hotel fuses classic sophistication and contemporary chic to create a thoroughly modern and uniquely luxurious accommodation experience. Choose from 9 luxurious rooms and make use of 5-star facilities including a swimming pool, sauna, secret grotto, sandy beach, private jetty and helipad. Black Swan also offers unforgettable dining experiences, with a focus on contemporary Pacific fusion cuisine. Soak up the panoramic views of the lake, as you indulge in dining perfection.
Delve deeper into one of the world’s most incredible geological landmarks – the Bungle Bungle massif – and the colossal Lake Argyle and Diamond Mine, with this immersive 5-day adventure in the breathtaking Kimberley region. This package is perfect for those wanting to experience this special part of the world at slow pace and in style.
Commencing in Kununurra, enjoy a scenic flight over the breathtaking Kimberley, one of the oldest and largest wilderness landscapes in the world. Touch down in Purnululu National Park and discover a rock formation over 350 million years in the making. Get up close with the mysterious Bungle Bungle massif, beehive domes “lost” to the world until the 1980s. Try out your singing voice in Cathedral Gorge, an astonishing natural amphitheatre of red rock. Squeeze through Echidna Chasm, a long, narrow gorge of striking colours that change with the angle of the sun; and traverse the magnificent Mini Palms Trail.
This unforgettable 5-day package includes 4-nights’ lodge accommodation in Kununurra and Purnululu National Park on a twin share basis. Two nights in Purnululu means more time to explore the park. Meals and activities are included as specified in the itinerary. All transport is provided.
See some of the world’s most impressive geological landmarks on this epic 5-day adventure to Purnululu National Park, taking in the bird's-eye view of Lake Argyle and the Argyle Diamond Mine. These natural wonders are like nowhere else on Earth!
Enjoy 5 star luxury at Radfords on the lake in Te Anau, New Zealand. Wake up to stunning views of Lake Te Anau and Fiordland National Park in the spacious and luxuriously appointed apartments. The perfect base to explore Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound and Fiordland National Park, choose from four different accommodation options ranging from studio to two-bedroom apartments. Explore the different packages offering accommodation matched with cruises, romantic escapes and great walks.
Escape to the pristine alpine wilderness of Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park at Pumphouse Point. Poised on a glacial lake surrounded by century-old myrtle forests, Pumphouse Point is Tasmania at its most tranquil – and its most rugged. Hide away from the modern world in beautifully appointed rooms upon the water – it’s all about connecting to the wilderness, so you won’t see art on the walls or access Netflix. Wander between spacious communal lounges, honesty bars and cosy woodfires. Stepping out of your comfort zone is all part of the experience.
Experience an otherworldly adventure in the heart of the peaceful Julian Alps. Encounter scenery that defies reality in this vibrant hub including Mount Triglav and the glacial lakes of Bohinj and Bled. Hike through beautiful meadows and see the exceptional nature embedded in the Triglav National Park and the Karavanke Mountain Range with adventures spread across a detailed itinerary for 8 blissful days in Slovenia.
During the week you’ll enjoy 5 varied walks, both inside the national park and on the more distant peaks of the beautiful Karavanke Range. Taking in beautiful wild meadows, along the shores of the lakes, through thick forest and across wild open mountain ridges. Your adventure begins at Radovljica, the town of beguiling adventures on the doorstep of the Julian Alps. Transverse across the renowned Lake Bled to tour the town's traditional inns, small churches, and charming villages. En route to explore the Martuljek Gorge, marvel at the astounding panoramas of two magnificent waterfalls and the Špik mountain range. With crisp mountain air and a small stream trailing your steps, walk along the Karavanke Mountain Range to discover Golica, a mountain peak beautified by daffodils; which is a part of the longest ridge in Slovenia. Explore various optional activities from horse-riding, rafting, and sightseeing to beekeeping adventures on a free day. Meander through the valley to enjoy a fantastic circular stroll across Lake Bohinj shores, leading you to the pretty village of Ribcav Laz and its many attractions. Explore Mt.Triglav – Slovenia's highest mountain and wander on the Pokljuka Plateau to discover unique vegetation and abundant bird life before you end your incredible journey at Radovljica.
This adventure package includes 7 nights of accommodation in a comfortable family-run guesthouse on a twin-share basis. Enjoy a location near the crystal clear River Sava in Slovenia’s most protected historical town, Radovljica, with plenty of local restaurants and bars nearby. This package includes 5 days centre based walking with 1 free day to explore at your own leisure. Meals and activities are included as specified in the itinerary.
Make the most of this 8-day adventure tour that offers a rare opportunity to discover Slovenia, its borders, Alpine mountains, thin forests, and historic cities. Take delight in the locals' distinctive cuisine and get insight into their fascinating history and culture.
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Indulge in a luxurious escape to the hidden gem of Kaya Mawa Island Lodge. This tranquil sanctuary, nestled within the crystal-clear waters of Lake Malawi, boasts lush vegetation and towering baobab trees that create an enchanting environment. The 11 rooms and residences are seamlessly integrated into the hypnotic environment, producing an enchanting and magical ambiance. Choose from charming couples’ rooms, spacious family houses, and exclusive retreats, all with tasteful decor aligned with their surroundings. Amenities range from private dining to sunset bars, with some houses offering private plunge pools and fully staffed cooking and nanny services. Experience the enchantment of "Dinner by Starlight," where you can dine by candlelight on the beach or a balcony while sampling a delectable selection of local specialties prepared by a master chef. Take advantage of the spa's therapeutic offerings, where trained professionals may work their magic on your tense muscles and leave you feeling completely rejuvenated. Explore the aquatic life of Lake Malawi via the excitement of snorkelling, or have a gourmet picnic with world-class chefs and a selection of great wines or drinks for an unforgettable experience. Paddle board along the beachfront, kayak beyond the bay to see the thriving marine life below, or sail on one of the Taz or Topaz sailing boats to explore the quiet canals and beaches of Mozambique. A stay at the serene Kaya Mawa Island Lodge is like being transported to nirvana, where the ideal balance of nature and architecture inspire your ideas.