Destination: Australia

Arnhem Land Adventure 2026 – Journey Beyond Rail

16-day guided holiday from:

• Prices start from NZ$19,799 pp

Travel Dates:
Departing Monday and Friday (select departure dates) (May to September 2026)

Your package includes:

• Arrival flight from Cairns to Nhulunbuy
• 12 nights small-group touring aboard Outback Spirit 4WD vehicles with expert Indigenous guides
• Accommodation in hotels, safari lodges and camps plus all meals & beverages during touring
• All attraction/permit fees for Arnhem Land, including entry to Aboriginal land
• Welcome to Country performance in Nhulunbuy
• Bush medicine demonstration & visits to Indigenous art centres
• Boat cruise on the Arafura Swamp, 4WD adventure through wetlands, and rock art viewing at Mount Borradaile
• Barramundi fishing on the Liverpool River
• Tour of the historic Victoria Settlement ruins at Port Essington
• Three nights aboard The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Adelaide, including all meals, beverages, and Off-Train Experiences (e.g. Katherine, Alice Springs, Coober Pedy)
• Departure flight from Seven Spirit Bay to Darwin

Meals Included:
15 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 15 dinners

Highlights:

• Immerse yourself in Yolngu culture with art centre visits and a ‘Welcome to Country’ ceremony
• Explore the Arafura Swamp’s wildlife and wetlands via 4WD and boat
• Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art – including the iconic Rainbow Serpent at Mount Borradaile
• Fish for Barramundi in remote rivers
• Step back in time at the ruins of Victoria Settlement, Port Essington

*Price based on twin share per person. Dates and pricing are indicative; dynamic seasonal pricing applies. Blackout dates and surcharges may apply.

THE GREAT SOUTHERN – BRISBANE TO ADELAIDE

3-night rail journey from:

• NZ$3,679* pp twin share

Travel Dates: Departs Mondays (JAN – FEB & DEC 2026)

Your Great Southern rail journey includes:

• 4 days / 3 nights aboard The Great Southern, travelling from Brisbane to Adelaide
• All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
• Regionally inspired cuisine paired with local wines
• Off Train Experiences at Coffs Harbour, Hunter Valley, regional Victoria, and Melbourne
• Signature beachside dining in Coffs Harbour with fresh local seafood
• City exploration in Melbourne and scenic tours of Victoria and NSW
• All transfers, onboard service, and luggage handling

Highlights include:

• Beachside dining at Coffs Harbour with premium local produce
• Wine tasting and vineyard visits in Hunter Valley
• Explore Port Stephens’ beaches and waterways or walk through Newcastle
• Immerse in Melbourne’s culture, city sights, and the Moorabool Valley
• Black Friday Offer – Save 20% on Gold Twin cabins for a limited time*

Notes: Airfares are additional. Advance Purchase fares subject to availability. Please confirm travel dates and pricing with Journey Beyond Rail.

**Price based on twin share per person. Dates and pricing are indicative; dynamic seasonal pricing applies. Blackout dates and surcharges may apply.

THE GREAT SOUTHERN – ADELAIDE TO BRISBANE

3-day rail journey from:

• NZ$2,209* pp twin share

Travel Dates:Departs Fridays (JAN – FEB & DEC 2026)

Your Great Southern rail journey includes:

• 3 days / 2 nights aboard The Great Southern, travelling from Adelaide to Brisbane
• All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
• Regionally inspired cuisine paired with local wines
• Off Train Experiences in the Grampians, Canberra, and Coffs Harbour
• Choice of immersive excursions at each destination
• All transfers, onboard service, and luggage handling

Highlights include:

• Discover the Grampians with guided walks or wine tastings
• Explore Canberra’s Parliament House, War Memorial, or National Portrait Gallery
• Experience Coffs Harbour’s beaches or walk the Urunga Boardwalk
• Enjoy panoramic views and world-class hospitality onboard
• Black Friday Offer – Save 20% on Gold Twin cabins for a limited time*

Notes: Airfares are additional. Advance Purchase fares subject to availability. Please confirm travel dates and pricing.

*Price based on twin share per person. Dates and pricing are indicative; dynamic seasonal pricing applies. Blackout dates and surcharges may apply.

NEW ZEALAND – BIRDING DOWN UNDER ABOARD HERITAGE ADVENTURER

17-day expedition cruise

Pricing from:

• NZ$28,700.00 pp*

Travel dates: Selected 2026 departures

Join Heritage Expeditions on an unforgettable voyage through New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands and the Southern Ocean, exploring some of the most remote and wildlife-rich regions on Earth. Discover World Heritage-listed islands teeming with rare seabirds, penguins, and marine mammals while travelling aboard the purpose-built expedition vessel Heritage Adventurer. Perfect for passionate birders and nature enthusiasts, this journey offers unique opportunities to observe extraordinary species in pristine habitats.

Your expedition includes:

• Voyage on board in selected cabin category
• One night pre-cruise hotel accommodation in a twin share room including dinner and breakfast
• Pre and post-cruise transfers
• Experienced expedition leader and naturalist team
• All meals while on board
• House beer, wine, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• All expedition shore excursions and Zodiac landings

Exclusions:

• International and domestic flights, both commercial and charter
• Travel insurance
• Passport and visa costs if applicable
• Additional beverages other than those noted
• Gratuities
• Items of a personal nature including laundry

Notes: Flights are additional.

Book ASAP—cabins are limited!

*Price based on twin share per person. Dates and pricing are indicative; dynamic seasonal pricing applies. Blackout dates and surcharges may apply.

AUSTRALIA – AUSTRALIA’S WEST COAST ODYSSEY: IMMACULATE BEACHES & TURQUOISE WATERS

11-day expedition cruise

Pricing from:

• NZ$19,000.00*

Travel dates: December 2026

Set sail on a breathtaking expedition along Australia’s remote and rugged west coast, from Fremantle to Broome. Experience pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and striking landscapes as you explore the Abrolhos Islands, Ningaloo Reef, and Shark Bay—UNESCO World Heritage treasures. Encounter diverse marine life, dramatic coastal cliffs, and cultural connections with Indigenous heritage on this unforgettable small-ship journey.

Your expedition includes:

• Accommodation in stateroom
• The full meal plan
• The Open Bar: beginning with boarding, and during the duration of the cruise, a wide selection of drinks (mineral water, soft drinks, wine, beer, champagne, spirits, coffee, tea) is served on request and at any time of the day. Certain premium alcoholic beverages on the menu are not included in the Open Bar
• Free Wi-Fi internet access 24 hours a day*
• Activities offered during expedition cruises
• Access to all the common areas on board our sister ships and Ponant Explorers: fitness room, steam room, hair salon, swimming pool (sea water, heated), solarium, lounges, theater, boutique & leisure area
• Transfer from the pier to the airport

Exclusions:

• Flights other than those mentioned in the itinerary
• Travel insurance
• Passport and visa costs if applicable
• Premium beverages package (can be purchased on board)
• Optional excursions where applicable
• Spa treatments on board
• Pre and post cruise accommodation unless otherwise stated
• Transfers unless specified
• Gratuities

Notes: Flights are additional.

*Price based on twin share per person. Dates and pricing are indicative; dynamic seasonal pricing applies. Blackout dates and surcharges may apply.

WALK TASMANIA’S TARKINE & CRADLE MOUNTAIN

Walking holiday package from:

• From NZ$3,706 pp twin share*

Travel dates: Selected departures available throughout 2026–2027

Your Tasmania package includes:

• 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 4 dinners
• Walking and private vehicle transport throughout the tour
• 1 night hotel accommodation in Launceston
• 2 nights cottage accommodation in Corinna
• 2 nights cabin accommodation in the Cradle Mountain region
• Immersive guided walks through Tasmania’s takayna/Tarkine rainforest
• Guided walks in the Cradle Mountain region
• Visit to Montezuma Falls, one of Tasmania’s highest waterfalls
• Pieman River cruise experience
• Welcome to Country experience and Aboriginal cultural interpretation
• Services of an experienced local walking leader

On SALE until: sold out

*Price is indicative only and based on selected departures. Pricing, availability and inclusions are subject to change without notice. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Please contact us for current departure dates and best available pricing.

(12 nights)
There’s nowhere on Earth quite like the Kimberley coast – a remote, rugged region in the far north of Western Australia, rich in natural wonders and ancient stories. From thundering horizontal waterfalls and towering cliffs to Aboriginal rock art hidden in caves, this vast landscape remains largely untouched. On this luxury expedition cruise, you’ll explore remote inlets by Zodiac, soar above the mighty Mitchell Falls by helicopter*, and encounter wildlife from humpback whales and sea turtles to saltwater crocodiles. Rarely will you see another human – just awe-inspiring beauty in a land that time forgot, but you’ll remember forever.