Witness the undiluted thrill, bliss, and essence of Japanese hospitality at Kai Matsumoto, a luxury hot spring ryokan where ancient craftsmanship blends with contemporary design. Nestled in the magnificent mountainous Matsumoto City, this exquisite haven for relaxation offers guests 26 traditional Japanese-style rooms, with 15 featuring a private outdoor hot spring bath. Each room is tastefully furnished and equipped with features and amenities such as an ensuite bathroom, captivating artwork, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, tatami mat, refrigerator, air purifier, safe, and hairdryer. Relish the stunning tastes of Japanese cuisine at the hotel's restaurant, where meals are expertly crafted from fresh local ingredients and served on the multi-course Kaseiki dining menu. Guests seeking an ultimate relaxation experience that feels otherworldly can spend time in any of the outdoor hot spring baths fed with natural spring water from the iconic Asama Hot Springs. A sauna experience and various massage therapies at the spa are alternatives to relaxing better here. Every evening, guests can unwind at the Yuagari Lounge, savouring tasty drinks and socialising. The big lounge at the cavernous lobby also offers classical or jazz musical concerts, featuring regional wines from the Shinzu bar and snacks as guests immerse in the musical heritage of Matsumoto. The city is yours to explore, with the Matsumoto Castle, Asama Hot Springs, and the Alps within walking distance.

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Enjoy the timeless simplicity of Lake Wanaka and the Southern Alps at Whare Kea Lodge & Chalet. Perched above the lake and surrounded by snow-capped peaks, this exclusive retreat is as much an extension of the landscape as it is a refuge within it. The Lodge sleeps up to 12 guests, while the separate Mountain Chalet caters for just 4 and is accessible only by private helicopter. Augment your unforgettable stay with additional services including private chef, professional wait staff, housekeeping and nanny service; and spend your days embracing the great outdoors: hiking, biking, climbing, cruising, jet boating, horse riding and more. A lodge manager lives on site in a neighbouring cottage, ensuring all concierge services are highly personalised and available throughout your stay.

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Experience the ultimate of Fiordland with a luxury 3-day walking adventure through 3 iconic tracks: Kepler, Milford and Routeburn. Each day unveils breathtaking scenery, wildlife, and history, elevated by a Milford Sound cruise and a heli-hike on the Kepler Track. After each exhilarating walk, return to the exquisite Fiordland Lodge, where elegant rooms offer panoramic views of Lake Te Anau, complemented by fine wine and exceptional cuisine. This lodge-based journey blends adventure with luxury, offering the ultimate Fiordland experience in one of New Zealand’s most stunning regions.

Your adventure begins in Queenstown where you will be whisked away with a helicopter ride to Luxmore Hut for alpine exploration and optional summit hikes. Traverse the stunning Key Summit on the Routeburn Track, with panoramic views of the Southern Alps. Conclude your incredible adventure with a discovery into the Milford Track, walking through lush rainforest to Giant Gate Waterfall, followed by a scenic cruise through Milford Sound’s dramatic cliffs and cascading waterfalls before a seamless transfer to Queenstown.

This luxury package includes 2 nights' accommodation at the acclaimed Fiordland Lodge on a twin share basis. All meals as specified are included as well as guided walks each day with local guides who will bring the trails to life.

Experience the ultimate in luxury as you explore Fiordland’s iconic tracks. With expert field guides, world-class walking, and unforgettable views, return each day to the renowned Fiordland Lodge. Indulge in exquisite food, fine wine, and exceptional service, making this journey the perfect fusion of nature and comfort.

Departure Dates

Depart daily on request. $320 AUD per person surcharge applies to Holiday Season bookings from 24th December through to 3rd January (inclusive).

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Bear testament to the mind-altering experience created by the beautiful fusion of nature's allure, vibrant history and rich culture in the Danish Islands. Over 6 exciting days, cycle and unveil verdant forests, winding hills, pristine coastlines, quaint villages, ancient castles and the breathtaking view that reveals itself when the sun sets over the islands.

Begin your unforgettable cycling adventure in the chic city of Copenhagen. Pedal along the paradisal Hindsholm Peninsula and traverse the brilliant historic port town of Kerteminde. Stay in the dreamy city of Odense, the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen. Encounter gorgeous castles as you ply Fyn's Castle Route. Cycle through the scenic Lundeborg and soak in the 12th-century Broholm Castle. Enter the Danish archipelago, passing through Lnageland Island. Get a glimpse into ancient Denmark as you traverse the Tåsinge Island. Transfer to Aero Island and bike from its iconic beach huts. Behold the Visto Mill built in the 1800s, and visit Bregninge Kirke, a 13th-century church. Cycle to the entrancing Ærøskøbing, the best-preserved 18th-century town in Denmark. Take in the Funen Alps around Savinninge as you bike spectacular terrains. Explore Helnæs Island, a tranquil area inhabited since the Stone Age, before joining a shuttle back to Copenhagen, where your fun adventure ends.

Balance out your thrilling days with relaxing evenings at your sophisticated accommodations. Rejuvenate in cosy rooms outfitted with the best facilities. Socialise and bond over drinks with your fellow vacationers in the exotic lounges. Experience unparalleled culinary journeys in their top-tier restaurants and enjoy the comforting ambiance that is simply never ending.

This luxury package includes 5 nights of accommodations in premium hotels on a twin-share basis. On each departure, you will be escorted by two support vans and three tour leaders for an average 6:1 guest-to-leader ratio. With multiple biking options to choose from each day accommodating varied activity levels, you can enjoy the best of a region at your own pace. An experience tailored to suit your priorities and personal style; bike in true comfort.

Allow yourself to feel the magic of the Danish islands. Share the views that inspired the famed Hans Christian Andersen as he penned his fairy tales, go back to ancient Denmark and experience the all-encompassing hygge that make up the Danish way of life.

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Take on the South Island’s best golf courses on this luxury, 11-day self-drive road trip featuring the world-famous Terrace Downs, Millbrook, Jack’s Point and Clearwater courses.

New Zealand and golf have a long history. Scottish immigrants introduced the game in the 19th century and their links-style courses still thrive today. These courses are set in incredible locations – the South Island’s landscapes range from snow-capped mountains and endless plains to shimmering lakes and fast-moving glaciers. This road trip will take you on an unforgettable scenic golfing journey.

Departing from Christchurch, hit the road to play the South Island’s best golf courses. Head inland to Windwhistle to take on Terrance Downs, in the heart of the brilliant Canterbury high country. Head south to Queenstown, where you will play Millbrook and Jack’s Point among the towering Southern Alps. Your journey culminates in Christchurch, where you’ll tee off at Clearwater, with its glistening spring-fed lakes and trout-filled streams. Here, you’ll be walking in the footsteps golfing legends including Jason Dufner, Bubba Watson, Jason Day.

When you’re not golfing, you’ll have ample to explore diverse cities and towns at your own pace. Highlights include exploring Mount Cook (Aoraki) National Park, travelling aboard the Tranzalpine (one of the world’s great rail journeys), and getting to know the vibrant alpine resort towns of Queenstown, Wanaka and Franz Josef. You’ll also have the opportunity to drive some of New Zealand’s best roads including the Crown Range and wild West Coast.

This 11-day self-drive golfing adventure includes 10-nights’ boutique hotel accommodation on a twin share basis. At the end of each fun-filled day, you will sleep in comfort and have access to luxurious facilities and amenities including swimming pools, plunge pools and spas. Nine days full size car rental is included as well as activities and sightseeings as specified in the itinerary. Daily breakfast provided.

Create lasting memories on the South Island’s best golf courses with this luxury 11-day golfing package. Come for the golf and stay for the exquisite food and wine, adventure activities, quiet nature and seamless hospitality.

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Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure that immerses you in the heart of Fiordland's breathtaking beauty. Hike four world-renowned tracks, including Milford, Routeburn, and Lake Marian, along with a heli-hike across the stunning Kepler Track. The highlight of your journey comes with an unforgettable overnight cruise through Milford Sound, where you’ll experience the majestic fiord after the crowds have left. Along the way, soak in Fiordland’s awe-inspiring landscapes—lush forests, crystal-clear lakes, towering mountains, and vast fiords. This epic journey combines the region’s most iconic sights with the luxury of an overnight cruise adventure, making for an unforgettable experience.

Your journey begins in Queenstown, where a helicopter sweeps you away to Luxmore Hut for a thrilling alpine adventure, with the option to summit nearby peaks. Next, hike the breathtaking Key Summit on the Routeburn Track, offering panoramic vistas of the Southern Alps. your adventure continues with a guided trek to Lake Marian, an alpine jewel nestled in a valley surrounded by snow-dusted peaks. Your exploration culminates on the Milford Track, wandering through lush rainforest to the stunning Giant Gate Waterfall, before a scenic overnight cruise through the majestic cliffs and waterfalls of Milford Sound. You'll have many opportunities for wildlife spotting such as penguins, seals and dolphins as well as kayaking and learning about the history and natural environment of the fiord. Your incredible adventure ends with a seamless transfer back to Queenstown.

This tour includes 4 nights' accommodation in a luxury hotel on a twin share basis (single supplement available at additional expense), daily guided walks, a helicopter flight for Kepler Track hiking, water taxis for all hikes, a Milford Sound Overnight Cruise, return transport to/from Queenstown and Te Anau accommodation pickup and drop-off as well as all meals and trail snacks.

Savour the essence of Fiordland on this unforgettable adventure, where you'll immerse yourself in New Zealand’s iconic Great Walks. From lush rainforests to alpine peaks, this journey offers the very best of Fiordland’s breathtaking landscapes—an experience that will leave you longing for more.

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TANIYA, Takayama is an unique stay in the Japan Alps. Resonate with the cultural and ingenious carpentry narrative of the Kusakabe Family that has survived since the 17th century at Tanida-Hida, a rustic and elegant lodge adjacent to the family's residence. A stay at this century-old inn assures you of absolute intimacy with the historic and cultural allure of Hida Takayama whilst enjoying the graceful aura and warmth of the Kusakabe Family Residence. Seek shelter in any of the Japanese or Western-style rooms within the first and second floors, featuring wooden roofs and pillars sandwiched by Hida clay walls, while tatami floor mats and handmade paper finishings make up the interior overall accent. Utilise in-room features such as Wi-Fi services, towels, minibars, all-hinoki bathtubs, air purifiers, humidifiers, in-room safe boxes, bedclothes, and cooking utensils. Relish a delectable Japanese cuisine at the Doma - a spacious earthen floor space with a vaulted ceiling and different beam orientations showcasing the grand artistry of skilled carpenters. Relax in the Japanese tea room with a hot cup of tea or recline outdoors in the soul-serene garden courtyard sprinkled with maple trees. The Kusakabe Family Residence which is also a Folks Craft Museum, serves as a private lounge for guests. Lay back on its soothing light-filled ambiance and enjoy a sweet sensational passage into a realm of unhurried calm. Embark on a wondrous nature pilgrimage into the woods and forests of the Hida region to be gripped by the magnificence of Japan's oldest yew tree and an ambiance sanctified by the mountain air.

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Do and see it all on the ultimate New Zealand road trip, a 22-day odyssey from the Bay of Islands to the Southern Alps. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure showcases the country’s best active experiences including 3 of the Great Walks.

Tucked away at the bottom of the world, New Zealand is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: tropical beaches, snow-capped mountains, sparkling fiords, raging rivers and active volcano zones. For the outdoor enthusiast, keen on hiking, biking, paddling and more, New Zealand has no shortage of things to see and do. Home of the Great Walks (known to be some of the best hikes in the world) and many other day and multiday hikes, you could spend months trying to see it all. Luckily for you, this road trip leaves no stone unturned on an epic journey from north to south.

Departing from Auckland, hit the road to tick off New Zealand’s best active experiences. Drive New Zealand’s most scenic roads including Buller Gorge, the Crown Range and Milford Road. Discover dramatic landscapes, magnificent wilderness and stunning wildlife on New Zealand’s Great Walks including the Tongariro Northern Circuit, the Abel Tasman Coast Track and the Routeburn Track. Uncover beautiful beaches and twinkling bays on in the Bay of Islands and Coromandel, and a geothermal wonderland in the Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Follow the path of Captain James Cook on the Queen Charlotte Track, heli hike to the top of the Franz Josef Glacier and bask in the brooding shadow of Mount Cook (Aoraki), New Zealand’s tallest mountain. You will also have the opportunity to cruise Lake Wanaka and the magnificent Milford Sound, and explore diverse cities and towns including Wellington, Queenstown, Dunedin and Christchurch at your own pace.

This action-packed 22-day active and nature-focused self-drive package includes 21-nights’ boutique hotel accommodation on a twin share basis. At the end of each fun-filled day, you will sleep in comfort and have access to luxurious facilities and amenities including swimming pools, plunge pools and spas. Twenty-two days full size car rental is included as well as activities and sightseeings as specified in the itinerary. Daily breakfast provided.

Do New Zealand – and do it right – on this thrilling 22-day self-drive road trip from North to South. The diverse landscapes and exciting experiences will capture your heart.

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Get a glimpse of the best of Fiordland in just 4 days on this thrilling adventure. Hike four world-famous tracks, including Milford, Routeburn, and Lake Marian, with a heli-hike on the Kepler Track. Cap it off with a Milford Sound scenic cruise, all while soaking in Fiordland’s awe-inspiring landscapes—lush forests, crystal-clear lakes, towering mountains, and vast fiords. This unforgettable journey combines the region’s finest sights into one perfect itinerary.

Your journey begins in Queenstown, where a helicopter sweeps you away to Luxmore Hut for a thrilling alpine adventure, with the option to summit nearby peaks. Next, hike the breathtaking Key Summit on the Routeburn Track, offering panoramic vistas of the Southern Alps. Continue your exploration on the Milford Track, wandering through lush rainforest to the stunning Giant Gate Waterfall, before a scenic cruise through the majestic cliffs and waterfalls of Milford Sound. Finish your adventure with a guided trek to Lake Marian, an alpine jewel nestled in a valley surrounded by snow-dusted peaks. Each evening, return to Te Anau for rest, then enjoy a seamless transfer back to Queenstown, completing an extraordinary journey of adventure, natural beauty, and unforgettable views.

This tour includes 3 nights' accommodation in a luxury hotel on a twin share basis (single supplement available at additional expense), daily guided walks, a helicopter flight for Kepler Track hiking, water taxis for all hikes, a Milford Sound Scenic Cruise, return transport to/from Queenstown and Te Anau accommodation pickup and drop-off as well as all meals and trail snacks.

Taste the very best of Fiordland on this extraordinary adventure showcasing the very best of New Zealand’s Great Walks that will leave you wanting more.

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Plunge with aplomb into the metaphorical pool of serene excellence and exquisite luxuriousness at Tobira Onsen Myojinkan. Launched in 1931 in Matsumoto City, it is strategically planted in the nucleus of the Japanese Northern Alps, whose mountainous peaks are objects of veneration and pilgrimage. A member of Relais & Chateaux, this oasis offers therapeutic, delightful views of soul-calming, picturesque snowy peaks in winter, and a body-rejuvenating experience of traditional, bubbling hot springs. Tobira Onsen Myojinkan is graciously fragmented into 27 Japanese styled and 17 western styled rooms that exhibit an effortless, harmonious amalgamation of modernistic amenities and traditional Japanese furnishings. Experience grand hospitality as you savour delectable portions of sophisticated Kaiseki-style food, which is a marvellous blend of textures, flavours and colours at Shinshu Dining TOBIRA. Creatively fashioned from traditional Japanese ingredients by recognized culinarians such as Masahiro Tanabe, are French cuisines, at the Nature French SAI restaurant. Indulge in relishing exquisite wines and drinkables, whilst being guided by experienced sommelier: Masashi Kurihara. Relieve yourself of daily tension by immersing in the warm, restorative waters of hot spring baths at the spa, while also appreciating the expansive, soul-refreshing view of the surrounding nature, making indelible memories. Unprecedented tranquility awaits at this heavenly oasis nestled amongst Japan’s famous mountains.

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