Australia
A vast expanse of bustling cities, rich aboriginal culture, sought-after sceneries and iconic animals.
Australasia
Australasia – a stunningly diverse continent with everything from vast barren deserts, where kangaroo and emu bound, to remote tropical rainforests, rugged mountains, pristine beaches and fantastic cities.
Maybe it’s the wide-open spaces, healthy outdoor lifestyle, world-class cuisine and wines of New Zealand, or the warm friendly people and pleasant climate of Papua New Guinea that take your fancy? Whatever your interests, we’ll ensure that your holiday to Australia, New Zealand or Papua New Guinea is unforgettable.
Because we have explored these incredible destinations ourselves, we can recommend the sites, flavours, and activities that will allow you to experience the essence of a place at a pace that suits you. And with our highly-qualified guides, you’ll be looked after every step of the way. As your itinerary is completely tailor-made, the journey ideas given for each destination are just suggestions to give you some idea of the possibilities on offer.
New Zealand
Home to some of the most beautiful and diverse scenery in the world.
Papua New Guinea
Come face to face with friendly tribes and bizarre customs while you traverse this stunning island.
Polynesia and South Pacific
Travel to French Polynesia and the South Pacific conjures up images of pristine, palm-fringed beaches.
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New Zealand
Ultimate New Zealand Self-Drive
This 21-day self-drive itinerary offers a fantastic introduction to the great outdoors of New Zealand and covers highlights of both the North and the South Island. Wildlife tours, scenic flights, glacier adventures, overnight cruises and more.
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Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea – Sepik River Adventure Cruise
This 11-day expedition cruise around PNG offers the chance to access secluded islands for world-class snorkelling and diving, as well as experiencing ancient tribal cultures and spectacular scenery. All from the comfort of the exceptional True North Boat.
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New Zealand
New Zealand – Luxury Honeymoon
Discover both North and South Islands in style. This is the perfect honeymoon for intrepid newlyweds. With a theme of pure indulgence throughout, this holiday to New Zealand achieves the perfect balance of adventure and pampering. We put this itinerary together based…
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Australia
Lord Howe Island & Wildlife Adventures
Showcasing two of Australia’s cities, Sydney and Melbourne, a stay on the World Heritage listed island of Lord Howe plus a small group wildlife adventure into East Gippsland, home to a huge biodiversity of both bird and plant life.
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Australia
Australian Safari – Outback to Ocean
This holiday to South Australia and Western Australia showcases the country’s distinctive wildlife and spectacular landscapes, journeying from outback to ocean, meeting passionate locals, with explorations on foot, by boat and train.
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Australia
Ultimate Tasmania
Tasmania is Australia’s smallest state and this holiday really does show off the best of this beautiful island. The charming city of Hobart, uninhabited and pristine islands, sweeping sandy bays, towering mountains, unique wildlife and gourmet food.
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New Zealand
Ultimate New Zealand Self-Drive
This 21-day self-drive itinerary offers a fantastic introduction to the great outdoors of New Zealand and covers highlights of both the North and the South Island. Wildlife tours, scenic flights, glacier adventures, overnight cruises and more.
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Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea – Sepik River Adventure Cruise
This 11-day expedition cruise around PNG offers the chance to access secluded islands for world-class snorkelling and diving, as well as experiencing ancient tribal cultures and spectacular scenery. All from the comfort of the exceptional True North Boat.
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New Zealand
New Zealand – Luxury Honeymoon
Discover both North and South Islands in style. This is the perfect honeymoon for intrepid newlyweds. With a theme of pure indulgence throughout, this holiday to New Zealand achieves the perfect balance of adventure and pampering. We put this itinerary…
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Australia
Lord Howe Island & Wildlife Adventures
Showcasing two of Australia’s cities, Sydney and Melbourne, a stay on the World Heritage listed island of Lord Howe plus a small group wildlife adventure into East Gippsland, home to a huge biodiversity of both bird and plant life.
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Australia
Australian Safari – Outback to Ocean
This holiday to South Australia and Western Australia showcases the country’s distinctive wildlife and spectacular landscapes, journeying from outback to ocean, meeting passionate locals, with explorations on foot, by boat and train.
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Australia
Ultimate Tasmania
Tasmania is Australia’s smallest state and this holiday really does show off the best of this beautiful island. The charming city of Hobart, uninhabited and pristine islands, sweeping sandy bays, towering mountains, unique wildlife and gourmet food.
Where to stay..
Australasia is blessed with some fabulous and diverse accommodation making it a key part of any holiday. Choose from futuristic luxury lodges, remote outback homesteads, sustainable beachside glamping, tree-houses with a sea view and accommodation inspired by traditional indigenous architecture. There is something to suit all tastes and budgets.
Australia
Southern Ocean Lodge
Above the crashing surf of the Southern Ocean on Kangaroo Island, this stunning lodge boasts beautiful panoramic views and adjoins two National Parks.
New Zealand
Hapuku Lodge
In one of the South Island’s most spectacular settings, sandwiched between the ocean and snow-capped peaks, Hapuku Lodge offers the chance to stay in a treehouse suspended 10 metres up in native Manuka trees. Set in…
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Clare Higginson
It was my passion for languages that first encouraged me to leave the UK behind and grab my rucksack. Since then, it’s been a mixture of intriguing cultures, jaw-dropping landscapes and the wonder of seeing animals in their natural habitat that sees me continuously extending my travel wish list.
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