ROUTE: Vancouver – Kamloops – Lake Louise – Banff – Calgary (or reverse)

Submerge into a rail journey of luxury and discovery with unfolding sceneries aboard the elegant Rocky Mountaineer train venturing from Vancouver to Calgary. Unearth the charms of Canadian Rockies with an awe-inspiring journey to Lake Louise, Banff, Yoho National Park, and cruise on Lake Minnewanka traversing inspiring explorations to intriguing landmarks on this epic 8-day expedition.

Unveil a spell bounding journey as you begin your expedition in Vancouver unlocking this scenic coastal city at your own pace. Your voyage culminates as you step aboard the opulent Rocky Mountaineer and embark on a 2-day train escapade like no other from Vancouver, Kamloops and into Lake Louise. Retrace the steps of the 19th century explorers while absorbing the spectacular towering Rockies and untouched wilderness in all its glory on the only passenger rail service on this historic route. A custom designed all-dome fleet, gaze in true wonder as you glide alongside rushing rivers, through towering mountain ranges, past desert-like landscapes and endless panoramic vistas—all from a point of view that few get the chance to enjoy. Soak in an unparalleled way to discover the region’s most remarkable sights, including national parks, natural wonders, historic landmarks, and captivating wildlife. Your rail journey ends in Banff however your exploration is continued on a motorcoach voyage to Lake Louise and into Jasper via the picturesque Icefields Parkway drive. Savour days in these majestic destinations exploring at your own leisure. Cap off a magical journey in Calgary where you’ll embark on a Banff Gondola up to the high mountain points to a spectacular boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka.

Your adventure includes 7 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 picturesque hotels at iconic locations. Enjoy inclusive, chef-created cuisine onboard of regionally inspired cuisine paired with local wine and crafted beers. Along the way, your world-class hosts share vibrant storytelling and folklore. Luggage and rail service transfers are included for your seamless experience.

Submerge into the extraordinary where views defy all expectations to a journey into the untamed western wild. Discover what is waiting for you onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train as you unlock the breathtaking majesties that is the Canadian Rockies in style and romance.

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Departs Vancouver on Thursdays & Sundays (Apr, Jun & Oct)

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Service Level Upgrade: The price is based on a SilverLeaf Service Level on a twin share basis. Upgrade to GoldLeaf is available at an additional cost. GoldLeaf level also offers hotel room upgrade. Please contact us to book cabin upgrade.

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Discover the jewels of Broome and northern Western Australia on 5 days exhilarating self-drive adventure uncovering the natural beauty of Horizontal Falls, Cape Leveque, Cygnet Bay and the thousands island of the Buccaneer Archipelago.

Your adventure begins in Broome at the iconic Cable Beach and onwards on the red dirt road to the remote Cape Leveque to the tip of Dampier Peninsula. Your adventure takes you on a cultural as well as culinary journey. This pristine and rugged slice of the Kimberley is renowned for its Aboriginal heritage. Visit a wilderness camp run and owned by the Indigenous Bardi Jawi people and gain insight into their traditional ways. Be taken away by striking colours of the landscape, where dramatic red-rock cliffs meet pure white sand and turquoise waters. Delight your tastebuds on a journey of the senses as you wine, dine and savour the rich cultural flavours of this renowned region on a Sunset, Seafood and Pearling Cruise- only one of its kind in Australia. You'll sample the staple delicacy of the famous pearl meat!

You’ll take on the Horizontal Falls and Cape Leveque by land, air and sea! Immerse in a thrilling 4WD deep into the rugged Kimberley, strap in for the ride of your life on a high-speed boat through the falls and embark on a low-level flight over the astounding Buccaneer archipelago. Along the way, relax on a luxury houseboat, cruise through untouched bays, swim in clear warm waters, snorkel an underwater wonderland and get up close to marine life. Your cruising adventures don’t stop here. Take on a thrilling cruise and feel the power of the world's largest tropical tides or opt for a cruise traversing the intertidal zones of the beautiful and deserted ‘thousands islands’ which make up the Buccaneer Archipelago. Delve deep into Cygnet Bay and uncover the rich history of pearling, marvel at a live farm harvest and get hands on with the world's finest pearls as you become a pearl expert.

Your self-drive Adventure includes 4 nights accommodation at the resort-style Pearle of Cable Beach and a Deluxe Safari Tent glamping experience at a working pearl farm station at Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm. Selected meals are included along with specified tours.

Uncover the secrets of Broome and remote Western Australia along with its Indigenous culture. Perfect for the adventurous souls who want their heart’s racing paired with an immersive cultural experience.

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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.

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All aboard the Indian Pacific, one of world’s great rail journeys and an unforgettable Australian adventure.

Over two unforgettable days, make your way from Sydney to Adelaide via Broken Hill aboard the Indian Pacific. With a history built on the lives of bush pioneers, gold rush prospectors and near-mythical adventurers, this legendary train evokes a frontier spirit, a romantic connection to the land, and travelling on it creates a moving and unforgettable life experience.

As you travel, discover a world of contrasts: the sparkling coast of Sydney to the semi-arid scrub of Broken Hill and the russet and ochre hues of the southern Flinders Ranges. You’ll stop in Broken Hill, where you will embark on an Off-Train Excursion to experience this unique outback hub of silver and art. Watch the sunrise over the town from the Miners Memorial and Trades Hall. Or, visit the Pro Hart Gallery to browse the inspiring works of the late Kevin ‘Pro’ Hart. The choice is yours!

You’ll stay in a private cabin onboard the Indian Pacific with a Gold Twin Cabin. The Gold Twin features upper and lower berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day with a private ensuite. Your cabin is the perfect place to relax and recharge before heading for the lounge or dining carriage. Amenities include power outlets and in-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary.

This once-in-a-lifetime journey includes 1-nights’ accommodation onboard the Indian Pacific. You’ll enjoy all-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant, with a gourmet regionally inspired menu paired with fine wine and beverages. You’ll also enjoy access to the Outback Explorer Lounge for beverages and socialising. At Broken Hill, you’ll choose from a range of unique Off Train Excursions to suit every fitness level. Luggage allowance is 60 kilograms per guest.

Journey from Sydney to Adelaide via Broken Hill on this 2-day journey aboard the Indian Pacific. The adventure and romance of this incredible journey will take your breath away.

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Few places on Earth can match the stunning natural setting of Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki. Surrounded by lakes, rivers, rainforest and seacoast in the heart of Te Wahipounamu, the southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area, the Wilderness Lodge is a paradise for nature lovers and active travellers looking to get away from it all. Hike through ancient rainforest and along wild coastline. Kayak pristine lakes and rivers. Or, hire a rod and fish for large, brown trout. At the end of the day, relax and unwind in your choice of luxury guest room with river or rainforest views.

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Six days and five nights of pure adventure and indulgence await you on this thrilling Balinese adventure. Immerse in the spectacular scenery, warm hospitality and fascinating culture of this island, steeped in sacred history and tradition. This is a varied and active itinerary combining guided walking tours, cycling and culinary experiences.

Relaxation and exploration combine in this tour package that will take you to some of Bali’s most inspiring locations. Visit Bayad to trek through tropical forest and explore Goa Maya, an impressive 1.5 kilometre underground cave, to admire the labyrinth of tunnels and sacred Hindu statues; cycle past terraced rice paddies and lush greenery to visit a local Hindu temple in Bongkasa village; visit some of Bali’s most beautiful lakes, overlooked by ancient temples and monuments; and marvel at Jatiluwih's UNESCO heritage-listed rice fields. Traditional Indonesian cuisine will enhance each day’s adventures while most evenings are yours to make your own.

COMO Uma Ubud is a luxury resort and spa in the heart of Ubud. A spacious Garden Pool Villa will be your stylish basecamp with a four-poster king-size bed, ensuite bathroom and private plunge pool. Onsite restaurants, Kemiri and Uma Cucina, will delight you with local and international cuisine.

This memorable experience includes luxury accommodation with breakfast, lunch daily and a fabulous dining experience of seafood and sundowners at the Belmond Jimbaran Puri's Nelayan Restaurant on your final night. Luxury private transfers to Bali Denpasar Airport and daily guided activities are also included in the package.

Experience the true Bali: spiritual, sacred and peaceful, on an active and highly enjoyable six-day itinerary. This inspiring tour will guide you through some of the island's most scenic and culturally significant locations while ensuring plenty of time to indulge and relax at the end of each unforgettable day.

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Depart daily on request.

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Enjoy three days of glorious cycling, walking and kayaking on the Queen Charlotte Track, staying in two lodges in Marlborough Sounds. This is a great combination of relaxation and adventure. Explore the world famous Queen Charlotte Track in three authentic ways!

We have everything arranged for you so that you can just enjoy exploring the world-famous Queen Charlotte Track on foot, on wheels and on the water over 3 enjoyable days. Rest each night at the iconic accommodation available in Marlborough Sounds within access to the Queen Charlotte Track in a stunning setting.

The Queen Charlotte Track, a 70km long New Zealand walking and cycling trail, is renowned for its stunning views and contrasting landscape, historical landmarks and a wide variety of native bush and wildlife. The track is one of New Zealand's nine Great Walks and part of Nga Haerenga, the New Zealand Cycle Trail network, one of the 22 Great Rides.

The spectacular trail, stretching from historic Ship Cove to Anakiwa, passes through dense coastal forest, tranquil coves and inlets, and along awe inspiring skyline ridges offering breathtaking views. This comfortable itinerary takes in all the highlights of the famous track incorporating gorgeous coastal hikes, exploring the stunning Marlborough Sounds, and admiring the lush native forest. This is a unique and spectacular walking trip through a renowned area of natural beauty and significance. As you pass through lush coastal forests, historic bays, and along dramatic ridges you'll learn of the region's heritage from your expert guides. The terrain is varied and the itinerary mixes easily manageable sections with more challenging routes. A moderate level of fitness is recommended to make the most of this exhilarating experience.

Each night you'll stay in superior ensuite rooms with guaranteed sea views at 4 - 4.5 star lodges, all within a superb setting. Your accommodation is on a twin share basis (single supplement available at additional expense).

Your tour also includes lunches, water taxi transfers, luggage transfers and return transfers from/to Picton. Breakfasts and dinners are at your own expense. There are restaurants on site offering an a la carte menu.

Combining the best of New Zealand cycling, walking and kayaking experiences with iconic accommodation in Marlborough Sounds, Queen Charlotte Track Trio Adventure is utterly unique.

Walking - Self Guided. Add a guide: $215 per person

Cycling - Self Guided provided with map & trip notes

Kayaking - Self Guided. Add a guide: $150 per person

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The Cape to Cape 4 day luxury walk is a fully guided small group walk which combines the best sections of the Cape to Cape track with great food and wine experiences and ultra-luxe accommodation at exclusive beachfront property, Injidup Spa Retreat. Packed with highlights, this premier walk features lunch with matched wines at an award winning winery, private chef dinner showcasing local produce with a local wine-maker on hand to present their wines, sunset cliff-top drinks and a very special private didgeridoo performance with one of the region’s traditional owners. This truly is a new way to walk.

The Cape to Cape track is located in Australia's South-West, in the Margaret River wine region of Western Australia. The track covers 135km of coast line from Cape Naturaliste (near Yallingup) in the North, to Cape Leeuwin (near Augusta) in the South. Located within the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, the track winds along pristine beaches and dramatic coastal cliffs, as well as through coastal bush that comes alive with wildflowers in the Spring. The magnificent karri trees of Boranup forest provide a great contrast, and Cape Leeuwin, which is also the meeting point of two oceans – the Indian and Southern – provides a unique terminus to the track.

The terrain is a combination of white sand, limestone cliffs, granite rock, old 4WD tracks, sealed paths and bushy track. The sections of the Cape to Cape track used for the tour are rated as moderate, with a couple of easier sections around Sugarloaf Rock and Boranup forest providing a breather.

For the nature lover, there is no shortage of wildlife and plant variety on the Cape to Cape track. The area is a world biodiversity hotspot, with approximately 80% of the plant life found nowhere else in the world. There are magnificent wildflowers along the track in Spring and an abundance of birdlife year round. Dolphins are regularly seen playing in the waves, and whales cruise the ocean alongside the track from June to December. Kangaroos and emus are not uncommon, and the impressive Southern Heath Monitor lizard is occasionally seen (or heard) rummaging in the bushes.

This is fully supported walk and you only need to carry a day pack. Return transfer to/from Perth is included.

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Get a taste of the Camino de Santiago from Sarria to Santiago, an ideal choice for those seeking a short yet immersive pilgrimage experience for the treasured Compostela certificate and Pilgrim Passport. Wander at your own pace on this self-guided itinerary with the convenience of vehicle support, and stay in unique lodgings such as converted water mills and charming farmhouses. Immerse yourself in the allure of one of the world’s most iconic UNESCO routes, blending comfort with rustic charm in a truly unforgettable adventure.

The trek begins with your arrival in Sarria, where you embark on the Roman trail that leads out of the town into the Celerio Valley. Proceed to Portomarin through Sierra del Paramo and visit the churches in the city to stamp your pilgrimage passport. Arrive in Lestedo through the cornfields and streams. From Lestedo, stride upward to O Coto. Along the path, feast your eyes on fortified farmhouses, vineyards, and Galician granaries. Trudge on to Arzua, stopping at the country town of Melide to savour seafood and admire a Romanesque church. From Arzua, continue to Rua to see local farmers wear berets as they tend to vines. Cross whistling streams on river valleys along the route and lodge at a converted water mill. Proceed on the final lap of the path to Santiago to see the iconic church and earn your keepsake certificate at the pilgrim office.

The self-guided package incorporates 7 nights’ accommodation in varied lodges, farmhouses, and hotels on a twin-share basis—a well-thought-out itinerary ideal for those seeking to complete the minimum distance for the Compostela certificate. Meals, luggage transfers between hotels and walking transfers are included as specified.

Tread on the path of pilgrims as echoes of the past resonate in farm tracks, vineyards, and rural scenery while earning the Compostela certification, a badge of honour, with your pilgrim passport. Rural charms and spiritual elevation contour the Camino de Santiago trail.

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An unforgettable 8-day adventure aboard Le Champlain as you enrich your world and explore the rugged landscapes of the Scottish Isles, sail through the spectacular beauty of the Norwegian Fjords, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site in Bryggen, discover the charm of Eilean Donan Castle and learn more onboard with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts.

Embark on a journey starting in Bergen, Norway, where you can explore the historic Bryggen Hanseatic wharf. Sail to Flåm and enjoy a scenic train ride through Norway's beautiful landscapes. Visit Oden village near Jostedalsbreen National Park to witness the magnificent Briksdal Glacier. Explore Lerwick in the Shetland Islands and discover the ancient settlement of Jarlshof. Head to Kirkwall in Orkney and marvel at the Standing Stones of Stenness. Explore Loch Linnhe and Fort William, surrounded by the stunning landscape of Glencoe. Conclude your journey in vibrant Glasgow, known for its artistic heritage and architectural landmarks.

Le Champlain, a luxury and intimate ship, has been expertly designed for your comfort and relaxation. The ship features innovative and environmentally friendly equipment that adds to its elegant design and creates a unique atmosphere, in line with the whole PONANT universe. Its 92 staterooms and suites offer finesse, cozy intimacy, and a sense of well-being. These accommodations are equipped with private amenities and benefit from soft, gentle light throughout the day.

Your luxury trip includes 7 nights of accommodation aboard the exquisite Le Champlain, with all meals covered during the voyage, and two restaurants on board. You'll receive daily cabin service and a 3-in-1 polar expedition jacket to ensure your comfort during the trip. Additionally, an expert expedition team will guide you and plan the best adventures for an enriching and memorable experience.

Escape to the tranquility and slow-paced luxuries of cruise life as you venture on this expansive 8-day adventure to explore the beautiful region of the Scottish Isles and the Norwegian Fjords.

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NOTE: The itinerary is indicative. No two expedition cruises will be the same, with each expedition crafted by the experienced Masters and Expedition Leaders. Throughout the expedition we may make changes to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel. We suggest that you do not arrive on the day of embarkation or depart on the day of disembarkation due to any changes that may occur in scheduling.

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