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.

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Experience the essence of Cuba on this unique 6-day multi-adventure trip. Cycle and hike from Viñales’ lush tobacco farms to vibrant Havana, where urban art and salsa rhythms await. Engage with locals, savour fresh seafood, and discover the art of cigar-making. Immerse yourself in Cuba's culture through passionate conversations and captivating landscapes, revitalizing your senses in this unforgettable journey filled with intensity and allure.

Your exhilarating adventure begins in Old Havana, after which we shuttle to Viñales. Hike red-dirt trails amid tobacco fields and striking doomed hills. Visit a tobacco farm and learn how the leaves are rolled into cigars. Cycle through Viñales National Park alongside members of the Masters Cycling Team and to the beaches of Cayo Jutias. Learn how to dance salsa from experts. Pedal into Havana and visit the ethereal community installation of Jose Fuster dubbed the Picasso of the Caribbean. Explore lively Habana Vieja, ending in Plaza de Armas, Havana's oldest square, with a local expert. Entrepreneurs and paladar (restaurant) owners share their passions and stories of how they launched their businesses. Enjoy a performance by the young Habana Compas dance group. Explore isolated areas of Vedado and experience a thriving outdoor market. Savour our final lunch together before returning to our hotel, where the trip ends.

This package includes 5 nights of accommodations in comfortable 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.

Nothing beats Cuba and a multi-adventure tour. For 6 days, surrender to the vibrant mix of culture, adventure, and local insights, all wrapped in the island's captivating beauty. This is more than a tour—it's an invitation to live Cuba's passion, one unforgettable moment at a time.

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Especially curated for wildlife and aspiring and professional photographers, this exciting itinerary offers unmatched ground-level opportunities to capture polar bears, wolves and a host of other fascinating Arctic wildlife all amidst a wintry landscape. Embark on 5 to 10km challenging walks everyday, witness and capture stunning sceneries and phenomena, encounter fascinating wildlife, taste out-of-this-world dishes and wines, and traverse the beautiful landscapes of the Arctic on this astounding 7 days polar bear photo walking safari with pristine northern lights viewing opportunities.

Your spectacular adventure begins with an overnight in Winnipeg, for a next morning flight to Churchill where your photo safari adventure begins. Embark on a 1 hour scenic flight, offering stunning aerial photo opportunities of wildlife including the majestic polar bears from up above, to your remote home for the next 4 days at Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge. Spend your days searching for the Great Ice Bear, marvel at the phenomenon of the northern lights, venture on an ATV tundra adventures and trek across the tundra; where each adventure aims to immerse you in countless wildlife photograph opportunities. From sunrises, sunsets and blue hours, your photo safaris offer spectacular opportunities to photograph wildlife and landscapes of the Hudson Bay coast during the best light. Retreat back each night to your cosy lodge where you’ll be treated to tundra-inspired dinner affairs complimented with hand selected Canadian wines. End your evenings here, unwinding by the fireplace, downloading images, sharing the day’s adventures, or taking an educational lecture or slide show. You’ll fly returning to Churchill, with a day exploring its vast geographical wonder while learning from guides about its rich history. Uncover the Itsanitaq Museum, Polar Bear Jail, and Parks Canada exhibit before flying back to Winnipeg for an overnight stay to end your magical journey.

This adventure package includes 6 nights accommodation on a twin share basis. The highlight is staying at Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge, one of the National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World. Situated next to pristine Arctic waters on Hudson Bay with Canada’s Boreal Forest, take advantage of its prime location with northern lights viewing and up close encounters with polar bears and other wildlife that meander pass. All meals and activities specified in itinerary are inclusive as well as interpretive guides. Select departures also offer photo workshops (additional cost may apply).

A unique experience in one of the most off beaten regions in the world, come and discover the Arctic and its majestic wildlife in all its glory.

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ROUTE: Salt Lake City – Moab – Glenwood Springs – Denver (or reverse)

Submerge into some of the best angles of nature as you traverse the best of Western Canada and the American Southwest on a fascinating rail journey aboard the opulent Rocky Mountaineer’s newest train route, Rockies to Red Rocks. Embark on a journey of discovery from Salt Lake City, Moab, Glenwood Springs to Denver uncovering vast canyons, inspiring deserts, natural archways and enchanting hoodoos on this exquisite 5 day voyage in America's Unseen West.

A journey that will excite all your senses, your adventure begins with an overnight stay in Salt Lake City. Be enchanted by the city's culture, a seamless blend of rural and urban features as you unlock its splendours at your own leisure. Feast on beautiful vistas as you enjoy a motorcoach ride from Salt Lake City to Moab, the home of the spectacular national parks of Arches and Canyonlands. Your voyage culminates as you step onboard the opulent Rocky Mountaineer and embark on a 2-day escapade like no other from Moab to Glenwood Springs and then to Denver. Journey through two days of chromatic deserts, vast canyons and infinite scenic allures between Moab, Utah, Denver and Colorado. From the comfort of your reclining chair in custom-designed glass-dome coaches be spell-bounded by unparalleled views of the nature enveloping you with expertly-created gourmet cuisines and award-winning host service. A rail route steeped in history and filled with majestic highlights best seen only by train; marvel at Ruby Canyon, Mount Garfield and cross the mighty Continental Divide where you end your extraordinary voyage with an overnight in Denver.

Your adventure includes 5 nights’ accommodation on a twin share basis. Your 2-day train journey is a daylight-only train where you’ll spend the day on board with nights spent in the comfort of hotels at iconic locations. Enjoy inclusive chef-created cuisine onboard regionally inspired cuisine paired with local wine and crafted beers as world-class hosts share vibrant storytelling and folklore. Luggage and rail service transfers are included for your seamless experience.

Be amongst the first to travel on Rocky Mountaineer’s newest route into the unique Rockies to Red Rocks for a lifetime memory. Unearth the wonders that were unknown to you in an extraordinary escape through Western Canada and American Southwest.

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Service Level Upgrade: The price is based on a SilverLeaf Service Level on a twin share basis. Upgrade to the exclusive SilverLeaf Plus service only available on this route at an additional cost. Please contact us to book cabin upgrade.

Flightseeing Upgrade: This journey includes a scenic flightseeing transfer from Salt Lake City to Moab, and two days of extraordinary landscapes onboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Please contact us to book upgrade excursion.

Extra nights: Add on extra nights in Salt Lake City or Denver on request.

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Experience the timeless beauty and stillness of Uluru and the Red Centre, with this unforgettable 4-day escape to Longitude 131°, Australia’s most celebrated luxury camp.

Renowned as the spiritual heart of Australia, the Red Centre in the Northern Territory is rich in rugged outback beauty and Aboriginal culture. Dual World Heritage-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is a living cultural landscape, covering an area of more than 311,000 acres. Australia’s most recognisable natural icon and one of the world’s largest monoliths, Uluru (Ayers Rock) is the region’s gem and the sacred red rock domes of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) stand nearby waiting to be discovered in an experience that is at once magic, majesty and splendidly isolated.

From your glamourous base at Longitude 131°, immerse yourself in Uluru-Kata Tjuta and discover some of the ancient creation stories of the Anangu, the land’s traditional custodians. Spend time exploring the diverse flora and fauna of the desert and come face to face with this sacred land with the lodge’s personally guided adventures. Watch Uluru change colour at sunrise and sunset. Delve deep into gorges and admire Kata Tjuta’s mystical red rock domes. Wander the acclaimed Field of Light as it blooms and appears to sway as darkness descends over Australia’s spiritual heartland. These are just some of the experiences that will stay with you.

This incredible 4-day escape includes 3-nights’ luxury accommodation at Longitude 131° on a twin share basis. In the spirit of the original pioneers, your lavish tented pavilion seems to float over the rust covered dunes, offering private views of the fabled Uluru. Throughout your stay, you will enjoy creative and contemporary Australian cuisine with French champagne, premium wines, beers and spirits. Enjoy an outback sundowner at the convivial open bar in the Dune House and dine under a glittering canopy of stars at Table 131°.

Treat yourself – and a loved one – to the ultimate Red Centre experience. Connect with Australia’s heartland and forge a spiritual connection that will stay with you.

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Escape to the rugged Tasmanian wildness! Perched on the edge of Lake Pedder, Pedder Wilderness Lodge is located right in the heart of Tasmania’s Southwest National Park in the breathtaking Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. From the moment you wake up, be spoiled by magical views of the lake, the adjacent Twelve Tree Mountains and the distant, rugged Franklin Mountain Range. Stay in spacious comfortable rooms with king-size or twin beds and ensuite bathroom. Indulge in mouth-watering Tasmanian cuisine at the Twelve Trees’ restaurant and bar. And, embrace the great outdoors with a myriad of activities including bushwalking, kayaking and fishing and more.

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Enjoy an abundance of wildlife, sculpted rock landscapes and dramatic coastlines on the five-day walking holiday through Kangaroo Island. Stay at historic lighthouse accommodation in Flinders Chase National Park and enjoy the amazing array of wildlife on the island including kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, goannas, sea lions, fur seals and a myriad of bird life.

Visit the Remarkable Rocks at sunset, take a tour to see the gorgeous and playful sea lions at Seal Bay, admire magnificent Admirals arch and watch Australian and New Zealand fur seals frolicking in the rock pools below. Head underground and see the beautiful underground Kelly Hills Caves and marvel at the turquoise blue waters.

Your time away on Kangaroo Island allows you to experience the beauty and wonder of the natural environment enjoying excellent accommodation and delicious meals.

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Embark on an intimate journey through New Zealand South Island's most spectacular landscapes on a fully guided and supported Alps to Ocean (A2O) Cycle trip. With just a small group, cycle the full length of A2O from end to end as you unveil its hidden gems, from wine-tasting at local vineyards to relaxing in hot pools, discovering Maori rock art, and marveling at otherworldly limestone outcrops. Along the way, you'll experience warm hospitality in accommodations brimming with heritage charm.

Your exciting adventure starts in Christchurch with a transfer to Tekapo. We traverse the golden expanses of the Mackenzie Country along canal paths leading to the pristine waters of Lake Pukaki. The journey continues into the breathtaking Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, where a walk through the Hooker Valley reveals awe-inspiring views of towering peaks. From Twizel, our path winds through the historic Waitaki Valley, showcasing stunning lakes, fascinating hydro dams, and wine tasting at local charming vineyards. As we cycle through rolling countryside, we make our way to the historic port town of Oamaru, rich with character and charm before a transfer to Christchurch where your incredible adventure ends.

The package includes 5 nights' accommodation in comfortable and charming motels and lodges on a twin-share basis. Meals and transport are included as specified. This guided adventure includes a pre departure information kit to help you plan and prepare as well as full vehicle support along the trail including trailer for luggage.

Experience a life-changing cycling adventure, pedaling through diverse terrains and pausing to appreciate their history and allure. Capture unforgettable memories on this 6-day South Island adventure cycling New Zealand’s iconic A2O.

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Embark on an all-encompassing expedition from West to East of the Galapagos as you delve deep into the remarkable levels of endemic plant and animal life found nowhere else in the world. Explore onboard the first true superyacht of the Galapagos Island, the 5-star Aqua Mare. From adventures on foot and out on water, there is no better way to immerse yourself in the glory lifeblood of the Galapagos on these intimate 15 days river cruise.

Your adventure begins in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island, where you’ll board the luxury Aqua Mare superyacht. Explore the main town at your leisure and uncover its beauty at your pace. Observe the peculiar birdlife on a wetland excursion at Punta Cormorant and pay tribute to an old tradition in Floreana at Bahía Post Office. Marvel at some of the largest marine iguanas at Bahía Urbina to the five volcanoes of the archipelago’s biggest island, Isabela. Let your inner pirate soar to the once favourite anchorage spot for whalers and pirates, Caleta Tagus. Walk on the black sand beaches of Puerto Egas. Discover the Rábida “Red'' island and sail to Caleta Tortuga Negra, a sea turtle hotspot. Explore the pristine islands of Seymour Norte and Mosquera. Drink in the breath-taking views as you circumnavigate Daphne Island and traverse the stunning white beaches of Bahia Borrero. Hike and snorkel on Bahia Darwin’s coralline. Discover the new Pahoehoe lava flows at Bahía Sullivan. Climb up a summit cone for magnificent views of Bartolomé island’s iconic Pinnacle Rock. Explore the Giant Tortoise Reserve for up-close sightings of Galapagos’ wild creatures. Visit Darwin Station and National Park headquarters to observe tortoises at the Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre. Immerse in the intriguing fauna on one of the most interesting landing sites in Galapagos Island, Punta Suarez. Take a lap on one of the oldest Galapagos Islands, Santa Fé. Bid farewell to an adventure of a lifetime on a short excursion up the highlands of Santa Cruz Island before catching a departing flight on Batra Island.

Unwind on the first true superyacht in the Galapagos Islands, the 50m Aqua Mare. Catering to an intimate 16 guests with a 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, Aqua Mare guarantee utmost personalised service. Recline on the comfortable Aqua Mare Panoramic lounge while sipping on cocktails. Indulge in the outdoor jacuzzi, workout zone, and lobby bar, for pure relaxation. Take your tastebuds on a journey of bliss with the Peruvian Master Chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino at the wheel.

This luxury 15-day river cruise is all-inclusive. Enjoy 14-nights’ accommodation in one of 7 opulent, large, custom-designed suites including an 80 sqm owner’s suite (housing up to 4 guests) on a twin share basis. All meals, activities, and experiences are provided.

Expose your mind and soul to the jaw-dropping sights of a unique archipelago aboard the elegant Aqua Mare as you embark on an all-encompassing wildlife adventure of the Galapagos you won’t soon forget.

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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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