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Uncover the rich history and untamed landscapes of southeast Tasmania. Over 5 exhilarating days hike its best sections, exploring the remote and remarkable Freycinent Peninsula, Maria Island, Wineglass Bay and the renowned Three Capes. Unwind each evening in cozy guesthouse stays while indulging in hearty Tasman food.
Departing from Launceston, embark on moderate graded walks traversing through varied terrain of natural landscapes. Marvel at soaring jagged cliffs, fragrant forests, colourful heathlands and white sanded beaches where this corner of the island offers so much to the curious explorer. Trek to the serrated spires of Cape Raoul, relax at the renowned white sandy beaches of Wineglass Bay, hike the dramatic 190-million-year dolerite columns of Cape Hauy and meander away into the lush bushland forest of Freycinet Peninsula. Along the way, admire the iconic and highest vertical sea cliff in Australia as you tackle the winds in and out of temperate rainforest heathland, dry woodland and over striking coastlines to jaw dropping views of the Tasman peninsula. Delve deeper into a matchless encounter with some of Australia’s awe-inspiring landscapes as you ferry over to the mighty heights of Maria Island. Here, uncover a wildlife sanctuary and an off-shore retreat of historic ruins, sweeping bays, dramatic cliffs with plenty of history to tell.
Your 5 days escape include 4 nights' accommodation in a mix of comfortable cabin and hotels. All meals are inclusive with morning tea and fruit snacks provided each day out on the tracks. Enjoy delicious and hearty meals at local restaurants showcasing local produce and modern cuisine. You will be escorted by two knowledgeable guides posing unrivalled passion as they bring the trails to life.
The best of Tasmania’s east coast walking adventure will take you to some of Australia’s most dramatic and inhospitable landscapes. Uncover the treasure of a remote and enigmatic world in comfort. You’ll return inspired and invigorated taking home lifelong memories.
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Experience best of Tasmania and King Island’s golf courses – Barnbougle Dunes, Barnbougle Lost Farm, Ocean Dunes and Cape Wickham – with this luxury 4-day golfing package.
Tasmania and King Island are famous for their untouched wilderness, pristine coastline, fresh local produce and cool climate wines. The islands are also renowned for some of the most scenic and quirky golf courses in the country, if not the world: courses perched on the edge of dramatic cliffs, holes scattered through sand dunes, and others surrounded by paddocks dotted with grazing sheep. The courses you will visit have been named among Australia and the world’s best – and for obvious reason.
Commencing in Launceston, play 18 holes at the renowned Barnbougle The Dunes then follow it up with its sister course, Lost Farm. This legendary golfing destination is infamous for its thick Marram Grass, wide open fairways and exquisite hole layouts. With fresh Tasmanian air and the omnipresent echo of crashing waves, Barnbougle makes for an unforgettable challenge.
Next, board an all-inclusive flight to King Island, located off Tasmania’s northwest coast. Here, you will tee off on the world-famous Ocean Dunes and Cape Wickman golf courses, both of which have been designed in the Scottish links tradition. Named the 24th best in the world according to Golf Digest, Cape Wickman will undoubtedly be a highlight with stunning ocean vistas from every single hole on the course. Many golf courses have a standout hole but with Cape Wickman, every hole is a standout.
When you’re not on the golf course, indulge in Tasmania’s famous food and wine. Highlights include wine tasting in the Tamar Valley and cheese tasting on King Island as well as daily gourmet breakfasts and 3-course dinners. You will stay in premium accommodation on a twin share basis. All transport – including flights to and from King Island – provided.
Tee off on some of Tasmania and King Island’s most spectacular golf courses, with this incredible 4-day package. This package is a golf enthusiast's dream!
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Enjoy the sounds of the forest and bush along the Scenic Rim Trail, among towering gum trees in your very own Ampitheatre Eco Cabin. Built to the highest sustainability standards, these cabins feature light coloured wooded exteriors, blending seamlessly with the surrounds that sit above the forest floor, offering treehouse like facades. Enjoy an afternoon drink at sunset overlooking the mountain ranges of the Scenic Rim from the observation deck before enjoying a beautiful meal in the main lodge before you can retreat to your room and fall asleep, listening to nothing but the sound of the pure Australian bush.
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Explore the very best of the world famous Torres del Paine O Trek and discover the magnificent Grey Glacier in the breath-taking Torres del Paine National Park.
Arrive in Puerto Natales for a pre-walking brief with expert guides. The following day stop off at the natural Monument Milodon Cave before beginning your adventure through Torres del Paine National Park. Take a catamaran across Lake Pehoe to your campsite and experience a half day hike to look out over Lake Gray and Glacier Grey among the Patagonian ice field. Over your 10 day journey enjoy hiking among the Valle del Frances, Lake Nördenskjold backdropped with impressive granite walls, Ascencio Valley, the Three Towers and Glacier Grey. Expect to walk through several amazing scenic landscapes from mountains, scrublands, magellan forests, icy fields, hanging bridges, wetlands and Andean desert matched with the most spectacular scenery.
Stay at remote campsites surrounded by the Patagonian wilderness on your hiking adventure including the 4 star lodge.
Enjoy an unforgettable journey through one of the most contrasting and beautiful places in the world.
Departure Dates
Daily departure is available on request from October to April.
Useful Information:
- There is a pre-tour briefing in Puerto Natales on Day 1. Please see the details in the ITINERARY section.
- The starting and finishing point of the tour is Puerto Natales. We can also arrange private pickup and drop off Punta Arenas, El Calafate or other areas. Additional charge applies. Please contact us to tailor your itinerary.
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Enjoy a fully-guided epic ride on the entire Timber Trail through Pureora Forest Park, widely regarded as being the best two-day wilderness bike ride in New Zealand. One of New Zealand's 22 Great Rides, part of Nga Haerenga - the New Zealand Cycle Trail, the Timber Trail offers you an amazing riding journey of discovery of ancient and remote virgin forest, huge suspension bridges, unique timber tramway history, splendid gorges and epic views across the central North Island. You'll enjoy two nights stay at an off-grid lodge on the edge of stunning native podocarp forest and taste a two-course healthy and nutritious meal each night. This is a cycling journey for the senses and the soul.
Deep in the centre of Aotearoa's North Island, right in the middle of nowhere, is a very special place. The 85 km Timber Trail through Pureora Forest Park follows old logging tracks and tramlines right in the centre of the North Island, approx. 2 hours drive from Taupo. Regarded as the 'jewel in the crown' of North Island cycleways, the Timber Trail offers rich rewards, from thrilling eight large suspension bridges including New Zealand’s longest at 141m to the splendour of the ancient forest, the Pureora Timber Trail is a journey that will let your spirits soar.
Over the two days, you will cycle on the entire Timber Trail (85 km) with an expert local guide. The trail is Grade 2-3 and suitable for experienced and recreational riders of moderate fitness and ability.
At the end of your daily cycling adventure, return to your wilderness lodge - the only accommodation located right on the trail. Here, you can enjoy the atmosphere of relaxation in your en-suite bedroom, and taste the hearty, home style dinners. Savour twilight before night falls and thrills you with some of the best stargazing on the planet, then wake refreshed and energised to the tune of a glorious dawn chorus of New Zealand's rare birds.
The tour is fully guided and lodge based. Bike hire, helmet, water bottle, personal locator beacon (PLB), and packed lunches as well as luggage transfers are included. You only need to carry a daypack.
Combining the best cycling experience on the Timber Trail and the awe-inspiring wilderness accommodation, the Timber Trail End to End Cycle is sure to rejuvenate your spirit.
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Departure every day on request
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Gear up for an all-encompassing Kiwi quest! Over 15 days, get a taste of three of New Zealand's Great Rides - Alps to Ocean (A2O), Central Otago Rail, and West Coast Wilderness - all on one unforgettable biking trip. Cycle in comfort with full support and within a small group, allowing you to immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery. This adventure through the South Island showcases majestic rugged mountains, breathtaking glaciers, untamed coastlines, and shimmering emerald lakes, offering nature’s grandeur at every turn.
Your adventure begins in Christchurch with a scenic drive to Tekapo, where you start cycling on the Alps to Ocean trail near Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. You'll pedal past the snow-capped Southern Alps, turquoise glacier-fed lakes, and lush sheep-dotted pastures, ending in the charming port town of Oamaru on the Pacific Ocean. From Dunedin, venture inland to tackle the Otago Central Rail Trail, crossing viaducts and rail tunnels into quaint railway towns. Upon reaching Clyde, enjoy a section of the spectacular Lake Dunstan trail. A free day in Queenstown offers relaxation before heading north through Haast Pass, where lush rainforests and dramatic coastlines await. Your cycling efforts are rewarded upon reaching the world-famous Fox Glacier. Visit serene Lake Matheson before continuing to Ross, the starting point of the West Coast Wilderness trail. Follow historic water races, logging tramways, and railway lines, emerging on the rugged coast at Hokitika and riding to Greymouth. Conclude this epic journey by crossing the Southern Alps a second time at Arthur's Pass, descending into Christchurch to mark the end of this incredible adventure.
The package includes 14 nights' accommodation in comfortable hotels and lodges on a twin-share basis, carefully selected for their prime locations. Meals and transport are included as specified. This guided trip features experienced guides who handle all logistics and share epic stories, along with full vehicle support including a luggage trailer.
Plunge into an epic trilogy of New Zealand's great rides. For 15 days, immerse yourself in a cycling adventure that promises pure exhilaration and untold marvels. Embrace the unexpected, push your limits, and return with sagas of your own making.
Let an unparalleled exposure to all things blissful enchant you on a 6-day walking adventure reminiscent of a fairytale in the alpine worlds of Germany and Austria. Immerse in the snow-capped peaks, glorious landscapes, gorgeous palaces, mountaintop hideaways, charming villages and so much more beyond the realms of your wildest imaginations.
Your hiking adventure begins in Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart, where you begin your hike to drink in marvellous vistas at Rossfeld’s 5000-foot summit. Sample homemade cheeses, buttermilk, and cured meats at a local farmer’s house and visit the Obersalzberg Documentation Centre. Cruise across the deepest lake in Germany, the glacier-carved Königssee, and head to Germany’s highest waterfall on foot. Hike to Alpenblumengarten (Alpine Flower Garden) and admire its display of wildflowers and venture to Stuckkogel and Hochetzkogel peaks. Cross the Austrian-German border to the beautiful town of Mittenwald and peruse its streets to purchase treasures that catch your eye. See Germany’s highest mountain, Zugspitze, take a dip in a lakeside Alm, and walk a section of the famous Camino de Santiago. Journey to Munich, stop at the breathtaking Schloss Neuschwanstein, and end with lunch overlooking the alpine lake where King Ludwig learned to swim before bidding farewell.
This luxury package includes 5 nights in premium 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.
Your hunger for wonder, adventure, and bliss is satiated as you’re transported to a realm where they all become your companions. Immortalise your moments of joy in words, photos, and memories, etching a tapestry of spellbinding experiences in your storybook.
An enlivened structure of luxury representing the tranquil essence of Oman; flow smoothly into the upscale Atana Musandam Resort. An opulent 5-star resort located on the northern edge of the Musandam peninsula, monikered the “Norway of Arabia”, owing to its striking fjord-Esque inlets and sparkling marine waters. This breathtaking sanctuary boasts 8 clustered low-rising buildings, showing astute obeisance to a typical Omani village. Staying true to its culture, each of the 110 rooms and suites is designed in luxury traditional Oman style alongside modern conveniences including a private balcony and or terrace offering captivating views of its breathtaking surroundings. Home to a diving centre, an exotic spa, 3 temperature outdoor controlled swimming pools including an adult’s only pool and a family friendly pool complete with a water slide. Relish a special dining experience at the on-site Al-Mawra restaurant, where exquisite culinary savants make each bite count and reveal different shades of gastronomy. Step away for a moment and immerse in the wide array of adventures open to you. Spot and photograph lively dolphins on a special cruise to their homely waters. Reach into the treasures of the surrounding waters on a snorkeling adventure. Take in the beauty of the sea on a riveting Omani Dhow cruise. Atana Musandam is truly the ideal coastal retreat from ordinary life.
MULTI-TRIP PROMOTION Save 10% on each expedition when you book two or more selected expeditions in 2023, and a whopping 30% on each expedition when you book two or more in 2024. This promotion is combinable with Free Single Supplement. Not combinable with any other offers or incentives. Based on availability. Expeditions must sail in the same calendar year. Additional terms and conditions apply*.
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Witness how the yin and yang philosophy is conveniently demonstrated in some of Greenland’s regions: contrasting cultures and phenomena complementing each other. Learn staggering history, and behold unique marine wildlife and jaw-dropping landscapes as you sail from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard the luxury, ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavour. Go on a 13-day small ship expedition, discovering the wonders, cultures and terrains of famed regions that’ll leave you astounded.
Your adventure begins in Reykjavik, where you will spend the day exploring the magic of the cosmopolitan haven before boarding the Ocean Endeavour. Marvel at the serenity and beauty of the Denmark strait as you sail through to Greenland. Explore the remote reaches of east Greenland and unveil its mysteries. Soak in the beauty of one of the world’s most alluring waterways, Ikerasassuaq and its surrounding landscapes. Tour southern Greenland, a staggering contrast to typical Greenland, flush with jagged mountains and lush fields. Visit the World Heritage Site of Kujataa and the historic Hvalsey Church. Immerse in the first Viking settlement on Greenland, Brattahlíð. Discover the enchantment of famed capital city of Greenland, Nuuk, enjoying unique terrains, culture and captivating history. Your magnificent journey ends as you sail up Kangerlussuaq Fjord, after which you charter a flight (at own expense) to Toronto, where the trip ends.
Each day is a personal voyage of discovery. Enrich your knowledge with hand-picked experts as you join them on deck searching for wildlife, share daily meals for in-depth private conversations, participate in workshops, attend presentations, and learn on the land. Fill your days getting off the ship and into thrilling zodiac adventures in the search for wildlife, remote coastlines and outport communities to where the action is as you experience these natural splendours at their fullest.
The luxury Ocean Endeavour is the perfect vessel for expedition cruising. Outfitted with twenty Zodiacs, advanced navigation equipment, multiple lounges, and a panoramic top deck observation platform, she is purpose-built for passenger experiences in remote environments. The Ocean Endeavour boasts a 1B ice class, enabling her to explore throughout the polar summers. Each day, your onboard and onshore programming is thoughtfully planned to make the most of the local environment. From strolling, hiking, wildlife viewing, touring, historic sites, zodiac cruising and visiting local communities. Create your adventures and explore at your own pace by choosing activities that best suit you. Attend onboard educational offerings, whisk away with a great book in the library or unwind in the pool, two saunas and a hot tub for sweeping views. From dance to polar plunges, from concerts to theme parties, your voyage is filled with adventure at every turn.
This luxury package includes 12 nights of accommodation aboard the Ocean Endeavour on a twin-share basis. All onboard meals are included with afternoon tea and snacks all around. All guided activities, zodiac excursions, exploration jackets, interactive workshops and expert voyagers who will guide and passionately create the best adventures for you will be available throughout the trip.
Indulge in this expedition with an open mind, allowing yourself to absorb the fascination of nature, history and diverse culture. See that the world is so much more beyond your imagination on this thrilling journey from Iceland to Greenland.
Embark on a memorable journey to the roof of Africa with complete ‘luxury in the wild’ camping facilities. Climb Mount Kilimanjaro with professional mountain certified guides and porters on this 10-day expert crafted voyage incorporating the perfect fusion of remote, beauty and acclimatisation. Spend your days tackling the peak as you rejuvenate to hot showers, fresh meals and cosy warm beds by night. Be inspired by Africa’s most iconic and vast landscape to achieve a personal once in a lifetime goal.
The elation one gets climbing the roof of Africa, a triumphant once in a lifetime goal, is an achievable dream. Summit Uhuru Peak (5895m/3663 feet) and immerse the raw adventure that a Kilimanjaro climb comes with. Beginning in Moshi, embark on the challenging and less travelled Lemosho route considered to be the most beautiful path up the western breach of the mountain to the Shira Plateau. Traverse magnificent forests and moorland, chance upon wildlife and emerge into high-alpine deserts to inspire you as you make your own history climbing the tallest free-standing mountain in the world.
Trek with comfort, safety and trust throughout your journey to the peak. Where 1 climber is supported by 2 certified mountain guides, the goal of our local supporting crew is to increase your chances to success. They will motivate and care for you each step of your climb and will not hesitate to descent if conditions make it necessary. Summit Mount Kilimanjaro with your safety and health as the highest priority.
Your luxury climb includes 9 nights' accommodation from quaint lodges to picturesque camp sites along the route. The climb is fully supported and catered. You only need to carry a daypack and the porters will transfer your luggage throughout the whole journey. Camp in luxury with showers in the wild and private portable toilet. Sleep in utter bliss with spacious walk-in tent, warm bed and pillow. Dine in style with a dining tent and chairs with all-inclusive fresh quality hot meals daily.
Find solitude as you conquer the most rewarding and fulfilling climb of your life summiting the highest point of Africa in true comfort and style. Be taken to new heights and experience luxuries in the wild on this life changing pursuit.
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