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Australian Wilderness & Outback Journeys
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Greatest Rail Journeys in Australia
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historic viaducts, and potential encounters with endangered New Zealand wildlife infuse this pure Middle-earth experience. This moderate to hard walk will definitely delight wilderness lovers and challenge the seasoned hiker.
South Island's dramatic southern extremity has an ‘edge of the world' quality. Hump Ridge track is a wilderness treasure set in a bizarre sculptured landscape of house-sized rock tors, icy alpine tarns and weird limestone formations. Walking the Hump Ridge Track is a life-changing experience. The physical exertion will challenge but the rewards will take your breath away.
You'll enjoy a short helicopter flight to take you across Te Waewae Bay and heli-pack your pack (max 15kg) up the hill on Day 1. Wooden boardwalks ease your passage on the climb to the Hump Ridge. At 1000m, you feel ‘on top of the world’. The summit has a Lord of the Rings atmosphere and offers panoramic views of southern Fiordland and Stewart Island.
The next day is a steep descent following to a fascinating coastline where you trek along an old logging tramway that crosses mighty viaducts, including Percy Burn, the largest surviving wooden trestle bridge in the world.
The final section is a pleasant ramble along marine terraces clothed in some of the last remaining virgin beech in Waitutu Forest.
The walk is led by highly knowledgeable and experienced guides. Along the way your experienced local guide will bring to life the diversity of the landscape, vegetation, wildlife and captivating stories of historic viaducts and early pioneering families. At every stage your tour will be enhanced by the knowledge and passion of the field guides who work tirelessly to ensure each guest is safe, engaged and well fed.
At the end of each day, you'll return to your cosy backcountry lodges in superb locations, and enjoy 3 courses dinners.
Adventure into the harsh but spellbindingly beautiful surrounds of the South Island’s Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track. This challenging and incredibly rewarding experience will be an adventure you remember forever.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points.
Built onto a cliffside of unspoilt beauty of Hauraki Gulf and boasting serene sea views of Owhanake Bay is the luxurious jewel on Auckland’s Waiheke Island, The Delamore Lodge. Soak up panoramic and breathtaking sea and island views from a private world of sensory perfection on New Zealand’s North Island. Delamore Lodge provides that zen experience amidst the Pacific Ocean from first-class service, soothing spa and its own wine cellar showcasing award winning local wine. This elegant world-class retreat is designed in the shape of a traditional Maori fish hook (Matau) and is literally moulded into the hillside. The Delamore Lodge is a world-class retreat, built for unwinding where natural landscapes can be admired in a state of tranquility.
* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Please contact us for exact pricing and more information.
Route: Tokyo - Nakasendo Way - Kyoto - Shikoku Island - Naoshima - Hiroshima - Kyushu Island - Yakushima Island
A luxury journey from East to West traversing through three of Japan's main islands - Honshu, Shikoku & Kyushu. Combining walks and cultural sightseeings, this comfortable holiday takes in the highlights of the historically and culturally-rich ancient towns of Japan, trekking the ancient trade route of Nakasendo Trail, discovering the picturesque Iya Valley, and hiking on the Yakushima islands where nature has remained untouched for countless millennia. This 15-day/14-night immersion will enthral with its dramatic scenery, awe inspiring scale and depth of history. This truly is the quintessential Japanese experience
The luxurious accommodation is hand picked for this package, including some of the best 4 and 5 star hotels and boutique Japanese ryokans.
Most meals are included for the duration of the tour. You will enjoy authentic and delicious local cuisine. Please refer to the itinerary for the meal inclusion.
The tour includes 14 nights accommodation, meals as mentioned in the itinerary, English speaking guide(s), all transportation during the tour, all entry tickets/park fees, and luggage transfers.
This is the luxury discovery of Japan's three main islands from Alps to Sea. This incredible journey will inspire with its scale, natural beauty and depth of history. You'll return invigorated and inspired with memories that will last a lifetime.
The itinerary and price is a guide only. Please contact us for tailor-made itinerary and quote.
Luggage Transfers
Luggage transfers are included in the package. Please see the itinerary for the details.
Explore the majestic South Georgia Island and Antarctic Peninsula on the ultimate 21-Day Antarctic Cruise. Experience awe-inspiring wildlife encounters and indescribable pristine beauty as you make yourself at home of the Greg Mortimer, purpose built for discovering the most incredible and remote regions of the world. Get up close and personal with icebergs, ice-capped mountains, glistening icebergs, and astounding wildlife by zodiac and kayak on a truly unforgettable journey to Antarctica.
Begin your journey in Ushuaia, Argentina, cruise to the capital of the Falklands~Malvinas with over 700 islands scattered off the coast. Expect windswept coastlines, white sand beaches, clear waters, and a true wildlife haven for a plethora of birdlife, including the largest black-browed albatross colony on earth. Head onwards to South Georgia, home to some of the world’s largest congregations of wildlife with incredible human history and land and seascapes to explore. Comprised of 11 large and several smaller islands, cruise on and enjoy the volcanic origins of the Sandwich Island with some volcanic activity remaining to this day and host to over 1million chinstrap penguins. Visit penguin rookeries, discover historic huts and stretch your legs on the pebbly beaches or snow-covered ridgelines offering spectacular vistas on the beautiful Antarctic Peninsula before making your way back to Ushuaia for disembarkation.
When you’re not busy exploring, rest and relax onboard the luxury Greg Mortimer. Enjoy the comfort of beautifully appointed cabin or relax amid the expansive observation decks and inviting communal areas. Purpose-built for expeditions to the most remote places on earth, enjoy zodiac cruises to those hard-to-reach places and experiences that offer immersion in your surroundings.
This luxury cruise includes arrival and departure transfers to and from the Greg Mortimer, all nights aboard the Greg Mortimer on a twin share basis including daily cabin service and all meals while onboard. The package also includes a Captain’s Welcome and Farewell reception, complimentary use of muck boots during the voyage, a 3-in-1 waterproof polar expedition jacket, port surcharges, permits and landing fees, and all Zodiac cruises and shore excursions.
Experience one of the most pristine and awe-inspiring place on earth on a truly immersive journey to the Antarctic.
The itinerary has a variation with an option of taking a flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas and tour concludes in Punta Arenas. It is 20 day 19 night program. Limited departure for this Sail / Fly option.
Includes: Cape York| Gulf Country & Islands | Daintree Rainforest | Carnarvon Gorge | Torres Strait Islands | Mt Mulligan Station
Board the seriously comfortable (and quick), Outback Jet for a thorough exploration of this hard to reach region. See the true Queensland outback, exploring iconic towns, remote islands and cattle stations. A truly spectacular flight along the isolated coastline of Cape York gets you to the exotic and remote isles of the Torres Strait before returning southwards to relax at a boutique eco-retreat in the Daintree Rainforest. Your final two days are spent discovering the beauty of the sand-stone chasms at Carnarvon Gorge. Conquer the Cape, explore the rainforest and meet some incredible locals. 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. This truly all inclusive package will assure you that here's nothing to do but sit back, relax and enjoy your adventure!
Experience iconic Tasmanian scenery from the magical and remote Three Capes over four incredible days of hiking with Geologist and Ecologist. This is the best of Three Capes experience and offers you the insight knowledge of the area. During this 4-day-3-night walk, you'll cover 33 kilometres of clifftop wilderness, witness an array of native wildlife at home among eucalypt forests, dense rainforests and coastal heathland and admire the incredible colours of coastal Tasmania from the decks of a private wilderness cruise.
This moderately challenging walk leads through diverse natural landscapes with exhilarating clifftop outlooks on Cape Pillar, Cape Hauy and breathtaking views to Cape Raoul, Tasman Island and further south to Shipstern Bluff and Bruny Island. Your hike will take you past the enormous dunes and crystal clear waters of Crescent Bay, to the summit of Mount Brown, Arthurs Peak and Mount Fortescue. Throughout the trek, you will experience some challenging uphill and downhill sections and traverse some rocky terrain. You will also visit the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, Australia's most intact and evocative convict site, an essential heritage experience offering amazing insights into our nation’s past. The walk culminates in a 3-hour award winning Wilderness Cruise providing an alternative perspective on the striking coastal scenery and wildlife.
Accommodation is included each night at Stewarts Bay Lodge, a 9 hectare (22 acres) property on the shores of Stewarts Bay. The Lodge is surrounded by white-sand beaches, crystal clear ocean waters and beautiful woodlands and takes advantage of spectacular views.
All meals are included for the duration of the walk as well as transfers to and from Hobart. Small groups of ten walkers or less are hosted by two expert guides. All staff are highly experienced and knowledgeable. The walk is fully supported and lodge based. YOU ONLY NEED TO CARRY A DAY PACK.
The Three Capes Track & Tasman Peninsula Walk & Cruise 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.
Please contact us to upgrade your package with a heli flight. Soar next to the towering sea cliffs that feature in the Three Capes track (Cape Hauy, Pillar and Raoul) and witness the exposed lighthouse on Tasman Island.
Traverse the entire Kimberley Coast in style and comfort aboard the Kimberley Quest II, on this all-inclusive, 14-day, luxury adventure cruise from Broome to Wyndham. This ultimate wilderness voyage operates just after the Kimberley wet season, which brings new life and spectacular waterfalls from March through to June.
There is nothing quite as immersive, invigorating, profound and peaceful as a Kimberley Coast cruise. Here, in one of the oldest and largest landscapes on Earth, is a largely untouched wilderness of striking contrasts, with 1,200-kilometres (746mi) of sheer cliffs, pristine white sands and clear turquoise waters teeming with marine life. The Southern Coast will wow with prolific islands, inlets and pockets of rainforest home to many species of birds and other wildlife, while the Northern Coast is sure to impress with broad rivers, extensive waterfalls, incredible Aboriginal rock art and fascinating World War II history.
Departing from Broome, head north to discover a land of extraordinary colour and contrast. Cruise iconic rivers including the Prince Regent, Mitchell, Drysdale and Berkeley. Navigate the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago. Get up close to the astonishing “sideways” Horizontal Falls and the 4-tiered Mitchell Falls. Witness mammoth tides at the world’s largest inland reef, Montgomery Reef. Fish for the legendary Barramundi. Marvel at ancient Aboriginal rock art. Journey through time from the Macassan traders to the European explorers to World War II. Observe local wildlife – Including crocodiles, dolphins and Humpback Whales – in their natural habitats. All these must-see sights and experiences are interspersed with the Kimberley’s most remote and unspoilt beaches, coves, islands and waterways. You will feel as if you are the first person to leave a footprint.
When you’re not busy exploring, rest and relax onboard the Kimberley Quest II. Catering to a maximum of just 18 passengers in large, ensuite guestrooms, this 25-metre luxury vessel is purpose-built to travel where others cannot and is equipped with 3 expedition tenders and a jet boat to ensure no stone is left unturned. Enjoy a range of pre-existing and tailormade itineraries to cater for every fitness level and personal interest. Indulge in delicious modern Australian cuisine, curtesy of the onboard chef. Whatever your interests and style, the dedicated and friendly onboard crew have you covered.
This all-inclusive luxury adventure cruise includes 13-nights aboard Kimberley Quest II on a twin share basis. All meals, activities and transfers are included.
Get off the beaten track and leave no stone unturned with the Ultimate Quest. Cruising between Broome and Wyndham, this adventure really does have it all.
NOTE: This cruise also runs in reverse from Kununurra to Broome.
Delve deeper into the Kimberley’s spectacular Southern Coast in style and comfort on this all-inclusive, 10-day, luxury adventure cruise from Broome to Cygnet Bay. This cruise allows you to expand your exploration of the Kimberley region, from the must-see sights to secret spots you won’t find on other cruises.
There is nothing quite as immersive, invigorating, profound and peaceful as a Kimberley Coast cruise.
Here, in one of the oldest and largest landscapes on Earth, is a largely untouched wilderness of striking contrasts, with 1,200-kilometres (746mi) of sheer cliffs, pristine white sands and clear turquoise waters teeming with marine life. The Southern Coast is particularly special, with its prolific islands, inlets and pockets of rainforest home to many species of birds and other wildlife.
Departing from Broome, head north to discover a land of extraordinary colour and contrast. Cruise the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago. Get up close to the astonishing “sideways” waterfall, Horizontal Falls. Witness mammoth tides at the world’s largest inland reef, Montgomery Reef. Stand on deck and take a refreshing shower beneath King Cascade. Fish for the legendary Barramundi. Marvel at ancient Aboriginal rock art. Soak up the history of the first European expeditions and settlements. Observe local wildlife – Including crocodiles, dolphins, dugongs and Humpback Whales – in their natural habitats. All these must-see sights and experiences are interspersed with the Kimberley’s most remote and unspoilt beaches, coves, islands and waterways. You will feel as if you are the first person to leave a footprint.
This all-inclusive luxury adventure cruise includes 9-nights aboard Kimberley Quest II on a twin share basis. All meals, activities and transfers are included.
Get off the beaten track on the Kimberley’s splendid Southern Coast. Whether this is your first cruise, or you’re back for another taste, this will guarantee some unique destinations and memories that will last a lifetime.
NOTE: This itinerary also runs in reverse from the Cygnet Bay to Broome.
Traverse the entire Kimberley Coast in style and comfort aboard The Great Escape, on this all-inclusive, 14-day, luxury adventure cruise from Broome to Wyndham. Highlights include Horizontal Falls, Mitchell Falls, King Cascade, King George Falls, Berkeley River, Montgomery Reef and many more secret spots.
Departing from Broome, head north to discover a land of extraordinary colour and contrast. Cruise iconic rivers including the Prince Regent, Mitchell, Drysdale and Berkeley. Navigate the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago. Get up close to the astonishing “sideways” Horizontal Falls and the 4-tiered Mitchell Falls. Witness mammoth tides at the world’s largest inland reef, Montgomery Reef. Fish for the legendary Barramundi. Marvel at ancient Aboriginal rock art. Journey through time from the Macassan traders to the European explorers to World War II. Observe local wildlife – Including crocodiles, dolphins and dugongs – in their natural habitats. All these must-see sights and experiences are interspersed with the Kimberley’s most remote and unspoilt beaches, coves, islands and waterways. You will feel as if you are the first person to leave a footprint.
When you’re not busy exploring, rest and relax onboard The Great Escape. Catering to a maximum of just 14 guests in seven stylish staterooms, this 26-metre luxury catamaran is purpose-built to travel where others cannot and is equipped with a dedicated onboard helicopter and three expedition tenders to ensure no stone is left unturned. Enjoy a range of pre-existing and tailormade itineraries to cater for every fitness level and personal interest. Indulge in delicious modern Australian cuisine, curtesy of the onboard chef. Whatever your interests and style, the dedicated and friendly onboard crew have you covered.
This all-inclusive luxury adventure cruise includes 7-nights aboard The Great Escape in a spacious stateroom on a twin share basis. All meals, activities and transfers are included. The onboard helicopter is available for use at any time at an extra cost that can be paid via credit card at the end of the trip.
Get off the beaten track and leave no stone unturned with the ultimate Great Escape. Cruising between Broome and Wyndham, this adventure really does have it all.
NOTE: This cruise also runs in reverse from Wyndham to Broome.
Discover the many faces of Tasmania with this 10-day self-drive package that showcases The Heartlands, The Western Wilds, The Northern Forage and the Great Eastern Drive.
Tasmania is a compact island with well-built roads that make it the ideal self-drive holiday destination. This package showcases the best of the Island’s must-see sights: Hobart, Strahan, Cradle Mountain, Launceston, the Bay of Fires and Freycinet National Park. In between these iconic destinations, you have the freedom to find the things you need – fresh air, fantastic food and wine – and much you never expected.
Departing from Hobart, follow the Lyell Highway inland through lands traditionally owned by Tasmanian Indigenous Peoples, settled by Europeans in the early 1800s, and farmed and loved by generations of Tasmanians ever since. Along the way, pass gorgeous Georgian towns such as New Norfolk and the fabulous Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.
In the harbourside town of Strahan, immerse yourself in the Western Wilds. Cruise the Gordon Rivers’ perfect reflections and learn the stories of rogues and rivals fighting for a share of untold mining riches. Then, venture to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, an ancient realm of temperate rainforests and alpine plains, indominable mountains and glacial valleys. Hike the best parts of the world-famous Overland Track and stay in one of the Lonely Planet’s Top 10 Most Extraordinary Places To Stay.
The midpoint of your journey brings you to The Northern Forage. Bordered by the wild coastline of Bass Strait, a journey across this part of Tasmania is a chance to slow down, forage or follow your food from paddock to plate at some of the most fertile farms and pasture in Australia. Stop at farm-gate stalls, distilleries and cellar doors for tastings, and to meet the makers. You’ll spend a night in Launceston, one of Australia’s oldest cities and a vibrant hub for food and wine.
Cap off your adventure on the Great Eastern Drive. From the Bay of Fires to Freycinet National Park, discover long white sand beaches, dramatic coastline, and the time and space to unwind. Cruise crystal clear waters, marvel at orange-lichen coloured boulders, kayak beneath pink granite mountains, and hike to the iconic Wineglass Bay, routinely voted one of the world’s best beaches. You’ll return to Hobart with a greater appreciation of life’s simple luxuries.
This 10-day self-drive package includes 9-nights in handpicked, boutique accommodations in Hobart, Strahan, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, Launceston, Bay of Fires, Freycinet National Park and Richmond on a twin share basis. Select meals are included as well as activities and experiences as listed in the itinerary.
Experience Tasmania’s highlights in slow pace – and in style – with this relaxed 10-day self-drive package that takes you full circle around the Island. There is no better way to see Tasmania than on the open road.
Dates or itinerary don't fit?
We specialise in bespoke "tailor-made" luxury or private journeys. Please contact us for a "tailor-made" itinerary for your perfect adventure.