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Australian Wilderness & Outback Journeys
Private and luxury journeys to The Kimberley, Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Red Centre, Flinders Ranges, Lake Eyre...
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Greatest Rail Journeys in Australia
A luxury holiday of a life time on one of the great Australian rail journeys. Rail & Sail, Reef & Rail, Outback & Rail...
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Shaded by its iconic sails and set against the arid landscape in the heart of Australia’s Red Centre, the luxury, five-star Sails in the Desert is a dedicated premium outback experience, only 20km from Uluru. The hotel features a gumtree lined pool and a range of modern dining, bar, and lounge options, paying homage to indigenous Aboriginal art in its Mulgara Gallery and displays through-out its buildings and rooms.
A spectacular base for any Red Centre exploration, the enigmatic living cultural landscape is brought to life with the myriad of optional activities and facilities. Relax and unwind at the beautiful Red Ochre Spa, designed with pampering and total indulgence in mind, or choose from an extensive list of immersive activities from garden walks to an authentic bush yarn with local Indigenous storytellers. Beautifully engineered, Sails in the Desert brings ancient culture and modern luxury together creating a spectacularly remarkable and memorable experience to an already astonishing destination.
* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Please contact us for exact pricing and more information.
Experience the glorious sounds, sights, rhythm, and beauty of the Asama Onsen district at Matsumoto Jujo Hotel, where warmth and prime hospitality are hallmarks. Carefully laid in a strategic part of the city, the retreat is a short distance from landmarks and fascinating attractions such as the Matsumoto Alps Park, Timepiece Museum, Castle, and Airport. Once here, guests have accommodation options in 38 rooms and suites split across two hotels with views of the city and mountains. All options are outfitted with a walk-in shower, hot tub, separate toilet, fridge, coffee maker, satellite TV, and some with air-conditioning. Two on-site restaurants cater to the gastronomic affairs of guests, offering Japanese and international cuisines on the principle of contentment rather than opulence. On the outdoors, guests can feel the city’s unique vibe by dining and lounging at the hotel’s two off-site cafes. Away from in-room luxuries and amenities, recline at the hotel’s garden area for an airy relaxation or at the sun terrace for city views, while the bar and lounge is a soothing atmosphere for meeting new acquaintances over a glass of wine or two. Feel renewed and vitalised in soul and body with sessions at the spa centre, where various massages and treatments pamper your body to wellness and pleasure. Venture into the city to explore its charms, marvelling at the Matsumoto Castle and going back in time at the timepiece museum, among other attractions.
The Awaroa Lodge is built within the Abel Tasman National Park making it an ideal base for the great Abel Tasman Coastal Walk. Inaccessible by road, it is surrounded by pristine waterways and native forest, constructed to make the most of its secluded location. Remotely situated, Awaroa Lodge is a TV and cellphone free environment although Wifi is available generated by its own satellite power offering a rare opportunity to truly escape, relax and rejuvenate. Combining simplicity of design with comfort and warmth, drink down the finest local wine at the bar, pamper yourself at the day spa, refresh with a salty swim at nearby beach, unwind to a hot shower, browse the well-stocked library, indulge in gourmet food, comfortable beds, an abundance of bird life and sensational night skies. A truly immersive experience.
* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Due to different accommodation custom and currency conversion in each country, please contact us if need to know most updated pricing and more details about the accommodation.
There are very few global journeys hailed as a national treasure. Travelling on The Ghan is one.
Over three magical days, journey through the heart of Australia onboard The Ghan, the ultimate outback rail journey from Darwin to Adelaide. With a history dating back over 90 years to the first Afghan-Australian cameleers, this legendary train evokes a frontier spirit, a romantic connection to the land, and travelling on it creates a moving and unforgettable life experience.
Throughout your journey, you will enjoy unique Off Train Excursions to suit every fitness level. In Katherine, explore the spectacular sandstone country of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge on a guided cruise. In Alice Springs, discover the Red Centre your way with a tour of the town, a guided walk to Simpsons Gap or a visit to The Alice Springs Desert Park, where you can get up close to native wildlife. You may choose to elevate your experience with a scenic helicopter or fixed wing flight over The Alice and the surrounding area. Or, you may embrace the colourful history The Ghan with a guided camel trek through the desert. Crossing the border into South Australia, travel through the majestic Flinders Ranges and watch the scenery change from rich ochre to lush green. You’ll arrive into Adelaide having completed one of the world’s great travel experiences.
This once-in-a-lifetime journey includes 2-nights’ accommodation onboard the Ghan Gold Cabin from Darwin to Adelaide. Your private 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. 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. Luggage allowance is 60 kilograms per guest. This package also includes a breathtaking early morning off train experience in Marla, an outback outpost in far north South Australia.
Experience the outback rail journey of a lifetime onboard The Ghan, with this all-inclusive 3-day package from Darwin to Adelaide. This adventure and romance of this incredible journey will take your breath away.
Departs Darwin on Wednesdays (Feb - Nov)
Cabin Upgrade: The price is based on Gold Twin. Upgrade to Gold Superior and Platinum Service is available at an additional cost. Please contact us to book cabin upgrade.
Solo Travel: For solo traveller, Gold Single is available onboard The Ghan. Please contact us to book Gold Single. Please contact us to book.
Dates or itinerary don't fit? We are specialising in bespoke "tailor-made" luxury or private journeys. Please contact us for a "tailor-made" itinerary for your perfect adventure.
This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points.
Find priceless solace in the arms of a wild and natural ecosystem where polar bears meet black bears at the Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge, one of the National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World. This wilderness ecolodge sits on the southern shores of Hudson Bay, miles away from any nearest lodge, with Canada's Boreal Forest at its backdrop. An escape here ensures you live up to your dreams of residing among these polar creatures in their natural playground, while the northern lights observe from the horizon. Discover the rich aboriginal fauna of Polar bears, wolves, black bears, and moose as they promenade calmly through the Tundra. Get up close and personal with them via a perimeter fence when they stick out their noses, and create indelible memories with stunning photo opportunities. Intimately home to just 8 heated guest rooms that comprise King, Queen, Twin, and Family rooms, each with ensuite bathrooms. Mingle with fellow guests in the cosy common area with a fireplace or enjoy stunning views of the surroundings from an outdoor viewing tower for a bird's eye view. The lodge is eco-friendly, which informs the nature of its fresh meals sourced miles away without the slightest environmental impact. Cuisines inspired by the Tundra are highlights of the meal experience here, as on-site elite chefs take pride in preparing marvelous delights. Immerse in a range of experiences in the wild, such as photography tours, northern lights viewing, walking safaris, ATV tours to view polar bears and other wildlife, presentations on wildlife and history, and strolling along the nearby Hudson Bay. Seasonal experiences include wellness retreats and fly-fishing in September, and a polar bear den Emergence expedition in March.
Over four magical days, treat yourself to the ultimate outback experience aboard The Ghan Expedition, one of the world’s great train journeys between Darwin and Adelaide. With a history dating back over 90 years to the first Afghan-Australian cameleers, this legendary train evokes a frontier spirit, a romantic connection to the land, and travelling on it creates a moving and unforgettable life experience.
Throughout your 2979-kilometre journey, you will visit some of the most remote and captivating parts of Australia in style and comfort, with unique Off Train Excursions to suit every fitness level. In Katherine, explore the spectacular sandstone country of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge on a guided cruise, or get a taste of life on an authentic cattle station. In Alice Springs, discover the Red Centre your way with a tour of the town, a guided walk to Simpsons Gap or a visit to The Alice Springs Desert Park, where you can get up close to native wildlife. You may choose to elevate your experience with a scenic helicopter to Uluru, the beating heart of Australia. Or, you may embrace the colourful history The Ghan with a guided camel trek through the desert. Crossing the border into South Australia, venture into the weird and wonderful opal mining township of Coober Pedy, where more than half of the residents live underground. You’ll arrive into Adelaide having completed one of the world’s great travel experiences.
You’ll stay in a private cabin onboard The Ghan, either a Gold Single or Gold Twin. The Gold Single features a bed that converts to a seat by day with shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage, while the Gold Twin features a 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 3-nights’ accommodation onboard the Ghan. 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 each stop, you’ll choose from a range of unique Off Train Excursions to suit every fitness level. Luggage allowance is 60 kilograms per guest.
Experience the outback rail journey of a lifetime onboard The Ghan, with this all-inclusive 4-day package from Darwin to Adelaide. This adventure and romance of this incredible journey will take your breath away.
Departs Darwin on Wednesdays (Apr - Oct)
Immerse yourself in the picturesque landscape of the rocky, red Cockburn Ranges at El Questro Emma Gorge. Sleep under canvas in a spacious safari-style tented cabin, with the soothing sounds of local wildlife surrounding you. Dine at Emma’s Restaurant and relax by the onsite pool or in the tranquil swimming hole within Emma Gorge itself. At Emma Gorge, you are perfectly positioned to experience everything El Questro has to offer from ancient gorge cruises and bush walks to barramundi fishing and horseback riding. With more than 700,000 acres to explore, you’re sure to need more than a few days!
Enrich your soul, indulge in life-changing experiences, encounter awe-inspiring wildlife, and terrains, and make unforgettable memories at the elegant yet simple award-winning Lion Sands Ivory Lodge. Situated in the heart of the private game-rich Sabi Sand Game Reserve, it is a place of immense allure and discovery that even words don't do justice. The Sabi Sands is famous for its wildlife sightings, especially its record number of leopard sightings, the most elusive of the Big 5. You do not need to leave the comfort of your room searching for wildlife; they are living peacefully all around you. Regardless of the lodge’s minimalistic design, its charms are elevated by heart-stopping river scenes. This lodge is arguably the world's finest, built using natural materials that complement its environment. Yield to relaxation as you use the amenities available, including a health spa and gymnasium, pool, jacuzzi, a private bar with a fireplace, a well-stocked wine cellar, and sun terraces. Engage in exciting activities like thrilling game drives, guided bush walks, and traversing hiking and biking trails.
Te Arai Lodge offers a unique sense of tranquility and peace as soon as you set foot on the property. The lodge sits upon elevated ground, providing guests with amazing ocean views, and views of the thick native New Zealand bush. Guests are free to explore the 550 acres of Te Arai Estate which boasts and outdoor swimming pool, and plenty of diverse walking tracks leading to fantastic sites. Te Arai is surrounded with some of New Zealand’s most beautiful wineries, cafes and sandy beaches. Nearby activities include fishing, golfing, and surfing.
Includes: Dirk Hartog Island| Kalbarri| Margaret River Esperance | Kangaroo Island | Tall Timber Country
IIt's your air safari of a lifetime. You will travel along Australia's west coast by a sophisticated and high-performance private jet, and experience the region's world-class coastal attractions, breath-taking scenery, wildflower trails and warm hospitality! This tour is carefully scheduled to coincide with many significant ecological events. On day one make a spectacular scenic flight at cliff-level along the Great Australian Bight, viewing whales and their calves from above - a view that a rare few ever experience. From there see the vast contrast of this gargantuan state from the turquoise coral filled waters off remote Dirk Hartog Island, the wildflowers in the sandy soil of Kalbarri right down to the high-rainfall Tall Timber country in the south where you will walk amongst the Valley of the Giants. This truly all inclusive package will assure you that here's nothing to do but sit back, relax and enjoy your adventure!
If there is no departure date suits you, please contact us to arrange your private charter tour. A date of your choice is available for groups of 6 or more people. Subject to availability.