Route: Kyoto - Kurama - Ohara - Uji - Wazuka - Nara

Explore some of Japan's natural and man-made treasures on foot and by bike on a five-day, four-night exploration of the extraordinary surroundings of Kyoto and Nara. This fully-guided tour offers the ideal introduction to a region rich in cultural heritage, ancient folklore and iconic landscapes. Experience days filled with discovery before relaxing in comfort each night in traditional Japanese lodging.

The tour begins in Kyoto and from here explores the mountains and valleys of a unique and unspoilt region. Over five fascinating days, the tour takes in the most picturesque and culturally significant locations surrounding Kyoto and Nara including the hot springs at Kurama; the quaint town of Ohara, surrounded by rice paddies and famed for its temples, beautiful gardens and local produce market; the ancient township of Sakamoto; the beautiful city of Uji and the plantations of Wazuka, where Ujicha tea is grown. This multi-faceted itinerary combines hiking, cycling and sightseeing allowing time at each stop for further exploration and discovery.

Accommodation each night is at a different location in traditional Japanese lodging, close to local attractions. Enjoy country-style home cooked meals utilising local, seasonal ingredients before retiring to your comfortable private room and awakening to a hearty breakfast and a day full of fascinating adventures.

This immersive tour includes four nights handpicked Japanese accommodation, all meals and snacks, fully guided cycling and walking with a certified English-speaking guide, equipment hire and luggage transfers. You will be collected from Kyoto to begin the tour and transferred to Nara at its conclusion.

Step back in time and experience the rich heritage, striking mountain scenery and charming local hospitality of an iconic Japanese destination. Escape the pace of modern-life and immerse in the traditions of an ancient culture, exploring revered religious shrines and temples nestled in idyllic rural locations.

Departure Dates

Departs daily year round on request.

Price

Group of 2: $5,995 AUD per person, twin share

Group of 4: $4,750 AUD per person, twin share

Group of 6: $3,800 AUD per person, twin share

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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.

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Luggage Transfers

Luggage transfers are included in the package. Please see the itinerary for the details.

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Hike Bumdra Trek and be blessed by visiting two of the most revered Buddhist Pilgrimage spots in Bhutan, Bumdra and Taktshang Monastery. Admire the scenic beauty of the Himalayan ranges, enjoy a view of Taktsang Monastery from the top and witness Bhutan's sunrise while you camp in the wilderness. This revitalising 4-day program combines luxury Bhutanese accommodation with one of the finest short trekking and overnight camping experiences to some of the inspirational highlights of Paro Valley.

Regarded as the ‘the trek of the thousand Dakinis, Bumdra Monastery Trek is a two-day pilgrimage to Paro Valley's highest monastery before heading straight from Bumdra to the Taktang Monastery (Tiger's Nest). It offers a spectacular view of the Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest) which you will not see from the usual tourist route.

For this Bumdra Monastery trekking tour, you will be fully supported with a professional trekking team including horses carrying all your luggages, a cook, and guides. All camping gear will be provided except for your sleeping bag. The campsite just below Bumdra Monastery gives you a unique camping experience with an unobstructed view of the Himalayan ranges. As the cold winds batter the tent, you sit around the camp fire with hot food freshly cooked and served to you. This is a memory that will last a lifetime.

You'll also stay in a spacious suite at Zhiwa Ling for two nights, an architectural gem that unites Bhutanese culture and heritage with luxury comforts. Accommodation upgrade is available to Como Uma Paro at an additional cost. 

The tour is privately guided. You only need to carry a day pack.

All quality meals are included for the duration of the tour. All ground transfers as well as transfers to and from Paro airport are included.

You'll be hosted by a local Bhutanese driver and guide, who are highly experienced and knowledgeable.

While the trek and landmarks can be explained, the true essence of it cannot be captured in mere words. This is a must-do trek in Paro. You'll return invigorated and inspired with memories that will last a lifetime.

NOTE: The price is for per person, twin share. The published price is a guide. Additional charges may apply for travelling during March to May, and September to November or different room type as well as currency exchange fluctuation. Please contact us for a quote. 

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Walk to explore Shanghai and some hidden gems nearby, complete the bucket-list Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) hiking, venture off the beaten path to Tongli Water Town, and wander in the picturesque ancient villages. Famous attractions, breathtaking scenery, fascinating local culture and exotic dining are all wrapped up in this six day luxury walking package.

Reputed as the 'Paris of the East', Shanghai has undergone a huge transformation from a backwater fishing village to major commercial centre. Vertiginous and teeming, Shanghai has a lot of stories to tell. Your Shanghai stories unfold while you walk along some of the best Shanghai attractions including the graceful colonial buildings along the Bund, towering skyscrapers of Pudong, stylish Xin Tian Di and classic Yu Garden. Then venture off the beaten tracks to explore hidden alleys, bazzar markets and a secret propaganda post museum. You'll sky walk atop the Shanghai World Financial Centre (over 400 metre high) to catch a panoramic view of the Shanghai's old and new. Cuise along Pujiang River to admire the grace of the Bund and the impressive modern skylines of Pudong.

Away from the most cosmopolitan city in China, you'll experience the picturesque old water town Tongli on a river boat ride. You'll journey into the UNESCO World Heritage Site including climbing up the famous Huangshan for spectacular natural scenery and walk in the 800-year-old villages preserved with traditional Southern Hui-style architecture kept intact along its winding waterways as well as some of the settings for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

The tour also provides you with rare opportunities to engage the Chinese culture and locals. Practice Tai Chi with a master at a traditional Chinese courtyard residence and watch Suzhou Pingtan (a regional musical/oral performance art form) while enjoy Chinese fine dinning.

Throughout the trip, you'll stay at the best accommodation in the city/town, including the iconic Fairmont Peace Hotel - a favourite with the local elite and foreign celebrities, including Charlie Chaplin, and Banyan Tree Huangshan - a picturesque retreat nestled at the foot of the majestic Huangshan and surrounded by awe-inspiring landscapes.

You'll have an experienced English speaking local guide with all the insider knowledge throughout the tour.

Take the tour of a lifetime from Shanghai to Huangshan, and beyond.

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The Flinders Ranges Outback 5-day walking tour is a unique and authentic Australian bush experience. There is nowhere quite like the Flinders Ranges for combining spectacular wildlife-spotting, bush-walking and immersing in nature. Set against the Elder Range and Wilpena Pound in South Australia, this walking safari is an unmissable Aussie adventure.

The Flinders Ranges stands as an ancient natural monument crafted by millions of years of geological activity. This incredible outback region offers some of Australia's most spectacular scenery. The Flinders Ranges is the largest mountain range in South Australia and lies about 200km north of Adelaide. On this 5-day walking tour, you’ll visit many renowned landmarks including Wilpena Pound, the Heysen Trail, Brachina Gorge and Alligator Gorge. From the air, Wilpena Pound looks like a crater, an enormous bowl almost 100 kilometres (62 miles) wide that towers above the surrounding plains. A geological marvel that has remained in place since long before the dawn of mankind. During this tour you will also trek a section of the Heysen Trail which stretches over 1,200km in its entirety between Parachilna Gorge and Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu Peninsula. Experience the Flinders Ranges wildlife and rugged landscapes where native animals and hundreds of bird species are in abundance.

At the end of each day’s hiking, you will return to your luxury eco accommodation at Rawnsley Park Station. Overlooking the southern side of Wilpena Pound, Rawnsley Park Station provides the perfect base for exploring this magnificent region.

This 5-day fully accommodated walking tour includes all transport, meals and two field guides. You will be guided in small groups of 10 walkers or fewer. The hikes traverse varied terrain and are therefore challenging in sections.

This incredibly rewarding experience will take you deep into the heart of outback Australia. You’ll marvel at iconic scenery, native wildlife and indigenous culture as you traverse this ancient landscape.

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A perfect Pacific Northwest story awaits! Write a new chapter in your adventure memoir by exploring the waterways, lush forests, and misty trails of the mesmerising Olympic Peninsula and Vancouver Island. Immerse yourself in the captivating natural wonders of this 6-day hiking adventure filled with enough awe-inspiring moments to fill a storybook. Hike Washington’s Olympic National Park and marvel at sublime marine life, all on an adventure of a lifetime—your “once upon a time” starts here.

Your exciting adventure begins in Seattle, where we take the ferry to Bremerton and journey across Puget Sound. Hike through old-growth forests, catching views of Hood Canal. Visit the Olympic National Park for a hike along Hurricane Ridge, one of the park’s most notable vantage points. Explore a verdant rainforest and discover Sol Duc Falls. Spend the afternoon as you please at our lakeside lodge. Ride a scenic ferry into Canada, making the second part of your Pacific Northwest adventure. Enjoy an afternoon paddle through the Chain Islets and hike along a lush forested trail to the top of Mount Work. Discover the Victorian architecture and upscale shops of charming Oak Bay Village. Choose whether to join a historic walking tour of Victoria before returning to the hotel where your trip ends.

This package includes 5 nights of accommodations in comfortable hotels 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.

Embrace a peaceful escape into nature on this 6-day walking and hiking tour. Discover the wild charm of the Pacific coast as you wander through verdant landscapes and tranquil shores, with each path inviting you to slow down and savour the allure of the region.

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Venture on an extraordinary journey along New Zealand’s renowned Alps to Ocean (A2O) Trail, where cycling transcends the ordinary. Over eight exhilarating days, experience luxury cycling paired with exquisite accommodations and the finest hosting experiences in the region, creating memories that last a lifetime. Traverse diverse terrains and take in breathtaking vistas that highlight the stunning beauty of the Mackenzie Basin and Waitaki District. This self-guided odyssey grants you the freedom to craft your own schedule, offering a comfortable pace that lets you savour the journey on your own terms, with ample support throughout.

Your adventure begins with a scenic transfer from Queenstown or Christchurch to Twizel, offering stunning views of Lake Pukaki. Start with a peaceful 4 km ride along the lake's edge before tackling a breathtaking 58 km stretch that mirrors the sky. Reach Aoraki/Mt Cook Alpine Village, home to the iconic Hermitage Hotel and the Sir Edmund Hillary Museum, where tales of Antarctic exploration come alive. Explore glacier landscapes on the Tasman Glacier and enjoy serene walks through Hooker Valley. Cycle through the tranquil plains of Lake Ohau and ascend the Tarnbrae Trail for panoramic views of the Mackenzie Basin. Traverse hydro lakes and the monumental Benmore Dam, culminating in a scenic descent into Ōamaru. On your last day, you’ll transfer to Christchurch where your incredible journey ends. Along the way, indulge in unique experiences like a Tasman Glacier boat cruise, stargazing, soaking in private hot tubs, and savoring a decadent 3-course dinner and wine tasting.

The package includes 7 nights in luxury lodges on a twin-share basis, with meals and transport as specified. This self-guided adventure features a trip coordinator for support and daily bag transfers, allowing you to focus on soaking in the stunning scenery.

Saddle up for a ride of a lifetime on the Alps to Ocean (A2O) Trail, where each day brings extraordinary encounters and unforgettable moments, all in unparalleled luxury.

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Embark on an adventurous trekking voyage to unlock the gems of Argentine Patagonia. Across 6 days, hike the plains and slopes of the Los Glaciares National Park and come face to face with the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier on an ice trek and the towering heights of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre.

Your adventure begins in Torres Del Paine or at Calafate City with a drive to the Cerro Castillo border with Argentina. Embark on a full-day hike along the Cerro Torre trail to Laguna Torre. Advance to Fitz Roy River for a hike to Laguna Torre to spot floating icebergs and enjoy captivating scenic views. Hike to Laguna Los Tres, sighting Mount Fitz Roy while following its trail, and another short trail to arrive at the magnificent Laguna De Los Tres striking views of Fitz Roy Spires and Glaciers behind the turquoise-blue lagoon. Trek to the Pliegue Tumbado Viewpoint for mesmerising views of the Fitz Roy River Canyon, Cerro Torre and the glacier, Mount Fitz Roy, and other astonishing natural landmarks. Take a boat to Lago Rico to arrive at the glacier's southern wall and begin the ice trekking expedition, the final adventure for the trip before returning to Calafate where your thrilling adventure ends.

The package includes 5 nights accommodation in a comfortable hotel in El Chaten town and Calafate city on a twin-share basis. Meals and transportation are included as specified. Trek with the comfort of knowledgeable local guides with a guide to passenger ratio of 1:6.

Craft indelible memories as you immerse in the wonders of the enticing landscapes and magical landmarks of Argentine Patagonia and stand proud being among the few who have experienced its treasures face to face.

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Situated amidst the enchanting Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, Ecocamp Patagonia commands a stunning view of the awe-inspiring Granite Towers. Pioneering sustainability, it proudly holds the distinction of being the southernmost eco-lodge beyond the Amazon, marking a pioneering milestone in the expansive Patagonian landscape. Drawing inspiration from the ancestral nomads of the region, EcoCamp presents a unique dome camp experience. Boasting breathtaking sunset vistas of the iconic towers, EcoCamp offers a tranquil and sociable ambiance, making it an ideal haven for unwinding following a day of park exploration through hiking, trekking, horseback riding, or even tracking elusive pumas. Located right by the trail head, you can walk to the towers from your dome and fall asleep gazing at the stars through your dome skylight!

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Embark on a sensational expedition into the spellbinding sceneries exploring the very best of the Bernese Oberland and Kandersteg in Switzerland, where captivating peaks and geological marvels reign supreme. Across 8 days, unearth elegant blue lakes, snow-capped mountains, gorgeous meadows, spectacular landscapes flanked by colourful alpine flowers on this self-guided walk in the Swiss Alps.

Your self guided walking adventure begins in Kandersteg where you are warmed by a welcome dinner at your cosy family-run hotel. The trek hits the gas the following day with a cable car ride on the Allmenalp to behold lovely meadows. Ascend the Alpbach gorge to meet pastures of cattle rearers and descend to stroll through the serene River Kander back to the hotel. Explore the scenic UNESCO-recognized Gasterntal and Klus Gorge, where waters of the melted glacial flow down into roaring waterfalls. Behold a beautiful Swiss alpine lake, Oeschinensee, and experience it via a gondola lift that takes you to a spot for picnics, fantastic views of the scenery, and chalets for refreshments. Stroll to the nature park of Blausee, a blue lake where you can wander around its lush woodlands and cross a valley into the scintillating walking trail of Nordrampe Bahnwanderweg. Begin a walk into Daubensee and Gemmi Pass with a cable car ride after refreshments at the famous Schwarenbach Hotel. Ride a train to Hohtenn and begin a scenic walk through gorge landscapes and secluded quaint villages on the hill, following the Lotschberger-Sudrampe railway trail. Wrap up your exhilarating voyage in Kandersteg with a return to Zurich via Kandersteg rail.

The adventure package includes 7 nights in the Hotel Alfa Soleil on a twin-share basis. Meals and activities are included specified in the itinerary. This is a self-guided tour offering you the freedom to walk and explore at your own pace in whichever order you choose.

Relish an 8-day Swiss Alps walking expedition, beholding nature's untainted beauty in lakes, gorgeous trails, wildflowers, towering cliffs, and Alp passes while basking in delicious cuisines at your time, your pace.

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