Trip Type: Arts & Culture Tours
Japan: Falling Leaves, Rising Sun
JAPAN DISCOVERY TOUR
16 day fully escorted journey
Travel dates: 8 – 23 November 2026
Your Japan discovery package:
- Tokyo highlights: Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Street, sushi-making class, Tokyo Bay dinner cruise
- Mount Fuji & Hakone: Fuji Five Lakes, Lake Ashi cruise, Hakone Ropeway
- Alpine charm: Matsumoto Castle, Takayama old town & markets, wasabi farm
- Kanazawa & Shirakawago: Kenrokuen Garden, samurai house, washi paper crafting
- Kyoto treasures: Golden Pavilion, Ryoanji Temple, Nishiki Market, Fushimi Inari, Gion geisha district, tea ceremony & bamboo forest rickshaw ride
- Hiroshima & Miyajima: Peace Memorial Park & Museum, Orizuru Tower, Itsukushima Shrine
- Osaka highlights: Osaka Castle, Umeda Sky Building, Dotonbori, takoyaki cooking experience
Start & End: Tokyo to Osaka
Book by 31 March 2026 or until sold out!
*Pricing based on twin share per person. Dates, pricing and inclusions are subject to change; seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply.
Premium Italy in Depth
14-NIGHT PREMIUM ITALY IN-DEPTH
Your Italy In-Depth experience includes:
- 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 7 dinners
- Private vehicle transportation throughout
- 10 nights in comfortable hotels + 4-night Feature Stay in a historic property (former Baronial Palace in Nardo)
- Premium inclusions: arrival airport transfers, tipping covered, luggage handling, daily tailored local meals, and 24/7 on-ground support
Highlights & included activities:
- Exclusive experience: visit a Roman nobleman’s house in Rome for a guided tour and lunch
- Olive oil tasting at a centuries-old farm in Puglia
- Vineyard winery visit with tasting in San Gimignano
- Walk through the ancient ruins of Pompeii with a local guide
- Feature Stay in Puglia with walking tours and a cooking class
Start: Bari | End: Venice
*Price per person, twin share. Prices, availability, and departures are subject to change; surcharges and blackout dates may apply.
Premium Prague to Bucharest
21- NIGHT PREMIUM CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE
Your Central & Eastern Europe journey includes:
- 21 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners
- Private vehicle & train transport
- 18 nights in comfortable hotels + 3 nights in Feature Stay accommodations (a castle in Slovakia and a mountain mansion in Romania)
- Premium inclusions: arrival airport transfer, tipping, luggage transfers, local meal experiences, and 24/7 on-ground support
Highlights & included activities:
- Castle tours in Prague, Buda, Bran & Peles
- A guided Auschwitz visit for historical reflection
- Culinary experiences: Pilsner brewery tasting, pierogi class in Poland, wine tasting in Serbia, and local food in Transylvania
- Walking tours across cities like Hollókő, Krakow, Brașov, Sighişoara, and Bucharest
Start: Prague, Czech Republic | End: Bucharest, Romania
*Price per person, twin share. Pricing and availability subject to change and seasonal surcharges may apply. No departures listed yet.
Premium Central Europe
11-NIGHT PREMIUM CENTRAL EUROPE
Your Central Europe adventure includes:
- 11 breakfasts and 4 dinners
- Private vehicle and train transport
- 9 nights in hotels and 2 nights in a unique Feature Stay
- Arrival airport transfer, tipping, luggage transfers, and 24/7 on-ground support
- Highlights: Welcome dinner in Prague, beer tasting, Auschwitz guided tour, pierogi cooking class, traditional crafts in Hollókő, castle spa stay in Slovakia, and more
Start: Prague, Czech Republic | End: Belgrade, Serbia
*Price per person, twin share. Available for departures between 1 Jan – 31 Dec 2026. Pricing subject to availability; seasonal surcharges may apply.
Premium Puglia
7-NIGHT PREMIUM PUGLIA
Your Premium Puglia journey includes:
- 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
- Private vehicle transportation
- 6 nights in comfortable hotels, plus 2-night Feature Stay at a historic palace in Nardo
- Included: arrival airport transfer, tipping, luggage transfer, daily breakfast & signature local meals, 24/7 on-ground support
- Highlights: Welcome dinner in Bari; exploring trulli homes in Alberobello; olive oil tasting & cooking class near Nardo; guided tours of Matera’s sassi dwellings; visit to Pompeii with a local guide
Start: Bari | End: Naples
*Price per person, twin share. Departure dates subject to availability. Seasonal surcharges & blackout dates may apply.
Premium Portugal
7-NIGHT PREMIUM PORTUGAL
Your Premium Portugal trip includes:
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
- Private vehicle transfers and local train travel
- 6 nights in comfortable hotels + 1 Feature Stay in the Douro Valley
- Arrival airport transfer, gratuities, luggage transfers, and 24/7 on-ground support
- Activities: Welcome dinner in Lisbon, walking tour, Pena Palace in Sintra, Fado show and Joanine Library in Coimbra, wine tasting & lunch in Douro, river boat cruise, sunset drinks in Porto, and more
Start: Lisbon | End: Porto
*Price per person, twin share. Pricing and departure dates subject to availability. Seasonal surcharges & blackout dates may apply.
Mexico City: Day of the Dead Comfort
MEXICO CITY: DAY OF THE DEAD COMFORT
5-day experience from:
- NZD 1,960 pp*
Your Day of the Dead package:
- 4 nights’ accommodation in Mexico City (Comfort-style hotels)
- 4 breakfasts & 1 dinner included
- Private vehicle and Metro transport
- Complimentary arrival transfer
- Guided activities: Mexico City walking tour (Zócalo, Metropolitan Cathedral, Palacio de Bellas Artes), Frida Kahlo museum visit, Tláhuac community immersion including cemetery visits, altar making, and participation in Day of the Dead ceremonies & parade
Start & End: Mexico City, Mexico
*Pricing per person, twin share. Dates and pricing indicative; dynamic seasonal pricing applies. Blackout dates and surcharges may apply.
25 Day New Zealand’s North & South
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
25 day package from:
- NZ$7,235 pp*
Travel dates:
- 01 Sep – 06 Mar 2026
Your Self-Drive & Rail package:
- 24 nights in 4-star accommodation
- TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch to Greymouth
- TSS Earnslaw & Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner cruise
- 24 days car hire in a Compact SUV (or similar)
- Milford Sound Coach & Cruise with lunch
- Entry to Larnach Castle & Gardens
- Interislander Ferry from Picton to Wellington
- Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour (ex The Shires Rest)
- Half-day Hole in the Rock Cruise
Start: Christchurch | End: Auckland
Book by 31 March 2026 or until sold out!
*Pricing based on twin share per person. Travel valid January 2025–March 2026. International flights not included. One-way car hire fee of NZ$250 applies; snow chains required May–November. Seasonal surcharges, vehicle fees, and blackout dates may apply.
Premium Highlights of Japan
Immerse yourself in the heart and soul of Japan on this refined 9‑day Premium Highlights of Japan journey. From the neon-lit streets and samurai traditions of Tokyo to tranquil mountain onsens, snow‑monkey encounters, artisan cityscapes in Kanazawa, and the timeless elegance of Kyoto’s temples and geisha districts—this curated itinerary blends authentic cultural narratives with elevated comfort and unforgettable experiences.
- 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 4 dinners
- Accommodation: 7 nights in premium hotels + 1 night at a traditional Feature Stay (onsen-style)
- All local transport including scenic train and bus transfers
- Authentic cultural experiences
- Seasoned local leadership and premium service at every step
Walk Tasmania’s Tarkine & Cradle Mountain
Uncover Tasmania’s untouched wild beauty on this premium walking journey through ancient rainforests, dramatic coastlines, and alpine peaks. From the moss-covered Tarkine wilderness to the iconic trails of Cradle Mountain, every step reveals a deeper connection to nature, culture, and self. Designed for curious explorers, this immersive small-group experience includes expert-guided hikes, boutique accommodation, and enriching Indigenous encounters—crafted for those who seek raw elegance in every stride.
+5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners showcasing local Tasmanian flavours
+Immersive guided walks
+Private river cruise along the Pieman River
+Welcome to Country ceremony and Aboriginal cultural interpretation
+All national park entry fees and permits
+Expert local leader and support team throughout
+Comfortable private vehicle transport between destinations
+5 nights of carefully selected accommodation
