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Submerge into an extraordinary expedition in the heart of Germany on this festive river cruise. Experience the magic of Christmas with an 8-day small river cruise expedition from Prague to Frankfurt featuring Czech Republic, Nuremberg, Bamberg and Wurzburg. Immerse in the holiday spirit as you explore aboard by foot or simply savour the slow pace life of sightseeing and cruising during this remarkable time of the year.
Start your festive river cruise with 2 nights in the beautiful city of Prague. Unleash your holiday spirit exploring its picturesuqe Christmas markets with time to explore the city at your own leisure. Venture on a guided walking adventure unearthing some iconic landmarks of Prague including castles, cathedrals and the Old Town’s iconic Astronomical Clock. Your cruise begins in Nuremberg in Germany, where you’ll board your luxury Avalon Ship. Discover this remarkable Holy Roman Empire city from guided excursions showcasing its historical treasures to its iconic Christmas markets, one of the most famous in Germany, and marvel at the magical atmosphere of holiday lights and decorations. Continue to lovely Bamberg and admire its nativity scenes set across town. Tap into the Christmas traditions as you cruise to Würzburg, embraced by rolling vineyard hills and admire the ornate Bishop’s Residence. Enjoy a walking adventure of picturesque Bavarian villages lit up with festive lights and decorations. Along the way, spend the afternoons and evenings delving into the Christmas Markets of each city as you sample Christmas culinary delights from spicy gingerbread, mulled wine to baking a traditional cookie. Your magical Christmas cruise ends in Frankfurt.
In between adventures, relax onboard the Avalon Fleet, which delivers the largest staterooms with panoramic suites complete with an open-air balcony of floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall views. The largest standard window in river cruising is more than 30% larger than others. With panoramic suites, world-class amenities, and refreshing off-shore excursions, experience your own slice of heaven aboard Avalon Waterways.
Active, Discovery or Classic
With multiple activity options from Active, Discovery or Classic to choose from each day, the cruise itinerary would accommodate varied interests and fitness levels, giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region tailored to you. You can choose to go slow pace taking in sounds and flavors of each city or as active to fulfill natural curiosity and wonder as spirited travelers. For more information, please refer to daily itinerary and ‘How To Choose Your Excursion Type ‘.
This luxury river cruise package includes 7 nights of accommodation in city hotels and onboard the Avalon cruise on a twin-share basis. Meals and activities are included in this trip. Experience a river cruise that is action-packed or filled with interactive discoveries as you explore destinations in true comfort and cruise your way.
Ignite your joyous holiday spirit and uncover Germany and Prague's historical treasures as you immerse into the views and tastes of the most magical time of the year while creating your own adventures.
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Unearth one of Portugal's most breathtaking regions on these incredible 8-day walking voyage of The Green Island, Sao Miguel. Discover a paradise of crater lakes, calderas, volcanos, rugged coastlines and lush green forests on foot; a haven for hiking adventurers.
You begin your journey in the south east side of Sao Miguel Island in Furnas where you’ll indulge in the magnificent Terra Nostra Garden and unwind in its natural hot water pools in a luxuriant botanic garden. During this 8 days take in breathtaking sights from intriguing volcanoes, lush green landscapes, gorgeous oceanside tide pools, brilliant beaches, and much more. Your highlight and most rare of landscapes you will see on your hikes are the caldeiras Azores are known for. You’ll be captivated at every step at these volcanic remnants that are so mystical and awe-inspiring. Take insights from hiking to the crater of Furnas Caldeira, summit the highest point of the island at Pico da Vara for panoramic views, admire the iconic Lagoa Do Fogo and marvel at mesmerising volcanic formations at the scenic Sete Cicades. You’ll be left in awe by the unique volcanic origins of the Azores Islands, a heavenly enclave of an almost otherworldly and absolutely serene natural paradise.
This package includes 7 nights' accommodation in picturesque hotels on a twin share basis. Meals and transfers according to the walks are included as specified. This self-guided walk is of moderate level ranging from 2-4 hours walk.
An ideal paradise for hikers in search for breathtaking scenery with hidden lakes at top of craters, hot springs and fumaroles in the Furnas region and jagged coastlines to natural pools. Unearth the stunning and endless vibrant scenery of Sao Miguel that will leave you captivated at every step.
Escape to serenity into the lush island of Bali, a journey into its verdant rice paddies, sacred temples, rich culture and its tranquil beaches. An inspiring 7-day active adventure cycling, rafting, kayaking and hiking from Ubud to the Ayung River and all the serene natural wonders in between. Immerse into the local culture and find connection to the wellness of the island.
Your adventure begins in Ubud where you’ll set out on a breathtaking bike ride to the verdant rice paddies, villages and sacred pools to its bustling wellness capital. Change gears, as you take a splash rafting the thrilling Ayung River to venturing by foot to find its secret charms of a waterfall hidden amid lush mountain slopes. Step back in time as you hike through the Sideman Valley known for its preserved culture and terrace countryside. Awaken your senses and meander with locals on an adventure into a local market. Soak in the energetic atmosphere of vibrant colours, smells and sights before relishing your inner chef in a private cooking class. Cap off your active adventure biking to Bali's sparkling east coast with views of Mount Agung, Bali’s highest mountain. From jungle life to beach life; connect your mind, body and soul as you spend time unwinding in infinity pools to afternoon yoga classes. Unearth an underwater world encircling small neighboring islands as you snorkel among a kaleidoscope of reef dwelling fish. Delve deeper into its water paradise kayaking through tranquil mangrove forests. Cap off a magical journey, immersing into Bali’s culture with a stroll through a local community gaining insight into their everyday life as you visit a small family compound.
This luxury package includes 6 nights’ accommodation in five-star retreats from Bali’s lush tropical highlands to its spectacular coast. Meals and transfers are included as specified. 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 biking and hiking 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, bike and hike in true comfort.
Escape to the tranquility and magical sceneries of Bali as you journey on an active adventure exploring its natural wonders in all its glory. Awaken your senses from cultural immersion to unearthing its scenic delights. Perfect for adventurous souls willing to go off the beaten track in search for the hidden charms of Bali.
Be spell bounded by the renowned scenic splendour of the Canadian Rockies on this inspiring 6-day hiking adventure. A paradise for adventure seekers; uncover the backcountry treasures of Banff, Yoho and Kootenay National Parks. Admire nature in all its glory as you submerge into a wonderland of breathtaking glaciers, mighty rivers, picturesque emerald lakes, ice fields and serene mountain peaks.
Your hiking journey begins in Banff, where you will shuttle west to the amazing Kootenay National Park. Relish the beautiful sights of its unique wildlife and landscape as you walk to the Stanley Glacier Basin. Enjoy the delightful views of the spectacular Stanley Glacier, waterfalls and its surroundings. Three hiking options await you the next day: out to the shores of the largest backcountry lake in the park, the Sherbrooke Lake, or to the Paget lookout, and lastly a combination of both routes for those looking for a challenge. The following day, you will hike up and enjoy the Yoho Valley in all its glory. After a good night’s rest, you will shuttle to hike one of the most beautiful alpine meadows in Banff National Park, the Helen Lake trailhead. Take in the amazing sights of the Moraine Lake and the surrounding Wenkchemna Peaks. This amazing journey ends as we ride to Lake Louise, hike to the historic Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse and shuttle back to Banff.
Relax away from exploring and spend your time resting in quaint hotels; enjoy fine dining in the pleasantly rustic and comfortable Cathedral Mountain Lodge, loosen up in the big outdoor hot tub at the beautiful Emerald Lake Lodge, rejuvenate at the Temple Mountain Spa in the heavenly Post Hotel & Spa.
This luxury package includes 5 nights accommodation in luxury hotels on a twin share basis. All meals and luggage transfer is 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.
Walk along, immerse yourself in some of nature’s most beautiful creations and make everlasting memories on this 6-day hiking adventure.
Walk the rugged peaks and sweeping coastlines of Flinders Island, the main island of the Furneaux group, stretching from Bass Strait between Tasmania and Australia. Over 6 days journey on a walking and camping adventure conquering the summits of Mt Killiecrankie and Mt Strzelecki while swimming in crystal clear beaches. Experience untamed wilderness beauty, abundant wildlife and Aboriginal history.
Departing from Launceston set out on a scenic flight over the spectacular Flinders Island to discover a true hidden gem of Tasmania. Explore pure white beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and striking, mountain peaks and ranges. Over 6 days traverse rugged peaks and sweeping coastlines of the windswept island, taking time to swim in pristine waters, idyllic inlets and photograph the endless picture-perfect vistas. Conquer the dramatic granite peaks of Mt Killiecrankie and the highest point of the island at Mt Strzelecki. Feel on top of the world offering unsurpassed panoramic views of Flinders Island in its entirety. Be by an amazing array of ecosystems from dunes and lagoons to woodland and mountainous granite ridges boasting unique species of flora and a profusion of fauna which freely roam the island. Experience unforgettable up-close moments with the islands' wildlife including wombats, birds of prey and wild peacocks.
Your trek is fully supported with scenic flights included from Launceston. You’ll enjoy the comforts of carrying a day pack with two outstanding guides looking after you every step of the way. You’ll retire each day at an exclusive camp site on Flinders Island. A permanent kitchen and dining platform provide rustic shelter complete with a panoramic spot to enjoy a hot drink, storytelling of the day’s adventures and a hearty evening meal together.
This walking and camping adventure include 5 nights’ camping accommodation featuring safari style tents with comfortable beds. Enjoy the little comforts of camping in the bush with inclusive delicious meals prepared by your guides. With ablutions limited to just a toilet, immerse in opportunities for refreshing swims on the many beaches along the way. With mostly fresh Tasmanian produce of 2-3 course dinners at camp, enjoy indulgent bookends to each day.
Escape the stresses and strains of modern-day life and immerse into the off track and slower pace of Flinders Island enjoying the simple pleasures of life; swimming, camping and walking into a true wilderness wonderland.
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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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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.
Smiths Beach Resort is a small luxury hotel of the world, carefully constructed to cause minimal impact on the environment and maintain the ultimate beachfront living within the Margaret River Region of Western Australia. Providing guests with the amenities of a hotel matched with the conveniences of home, choose how you design your stay with a range of accommodation options. Indulge in delicious foods at Lamont’s Restaurant, relax in the stylishly appointed accommodation or enjoy the facilities including tennis court and two swimming pools, with yoga classes led by local experts in the privacy of your room or amid the stunning beach scenery available. Centrally located, Smiths Beach Resort is the perfect base to explore all the Margaret River region has to offer from spectacular scenery, incredible wildlife and wonderful gourmet food and world-renowned wines.
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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.
Kayak the sheltered southern coast & walk the isolated northern beaches. This is the ultimate combination of relaxation and adventure. Explore the world famous Abel Tasman Coast Track in two authentic ways! Classed as one of 'New Zealand's Great Walks', the Abel Tasman Coast Track follows the coastline through lush native bush, over limestone cliffs and along golden sandy beaches.
At the very top of the South Island there is the glittering Abel Tasman National Park. Abel Tasman Coast Track is the perfect way to explore the beauty of the Park. The Abel Tasman National Park is New Zealand's only coastal national park. Inviting sandy beaches fill the spaces between trees and tide line. Crystal clear streams tumble down mossy valleys to join the ocean. Granite and marble formations fringe the headlands, which are cloaked in regenerating native forest. Walking and kayaking along the Abel Tasman Coast Track, you will soon agree that this is a coastal paradise and perfect place for relaxation and adventure.
Native wildlife is an essential part of your walking and kayaking trip. Many animal species found along the Abel Tasman Coast Track are unique to this part of New Zealand. Tui and bellbird song fills the forest; shags (cormorants), gannets and little blue penguins dive for their dinner; fur seals lounge on the rocks around the edge of Tonga Island.
Farewell your animal friends on the track, return to your beachfront lodges and enjoy a hot shower. They are the only lodge accommodation right on the beach in the heart of Abel Tasman National Park. Here, you enjoy a wilderness experience without giving up modern conveniences. Over a fine 3-course dinner, swap stories with fellow walkers, be lulled to sleep by the sound of waves lapping golden sands.
With no road access in the Abel Tasman National Park, every trip is a journey. Be part of a small group, guided by experienced local guides, you can discover the best of Abel Tasman National Park in comfort, with more time for you to relax or immerse in the nature.
The walk & kayak trip is all inclusive with fine food prepared for you. You don’t need to carry heavy packs during your walk and kayak as we transport all your luggage.
Blessed with a mild climate, golden beaches and lush coastal native bush, the Abel Tasman Coast Track walk & kayak delivers a safe, fun, friendly and authentic experience..