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Explore our world-wide escorted tours

 

We plan unhurried, comfortable tours to off beat destinations using paths less travelled.  The itineraries are personally checked and refined and we have over 30 years experience to call on.
All our tours include flights ex New Zealand, however we always offer our tours on a land only basis or with any additional travel
extension that you may require. 

 

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A week on Norfolk - Three different tour dates

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The population of the Norfolk is around 1750 and locals are proud of their heritage and welcome visitors to share their island paradise with others. You will be greeted with a smile and a welcome that will make you realise how they value you visiting.

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The Great Forgotten Taranaki Rail Tour

pointerNew Zealand- Taranaki

Taranaki is becoming one of our popular New Zealand Rail Tour destinations and this third venture to the region gives you the opportunity to enjoy this Rail/Coach experience.

departure by rail Depart: Thu 13 Sep 2018 return by rail Return: Tue 18 Sep 2018 Find out more
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France by River Cruise - Plus an eight day coach tour through Belgium and Northern France

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Avalon River Cruise Special! SAVE $3,000 per couple when booking our 2018 France Riverboat Tour

departure by plane Depart: Fri 14 Sep 2018 return by plane Return: Thu 11 Oct 2018 Find out more
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World of Wearablearts - be WOWed in Wellington

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Where Fashion, art and theatre collide. A unique two-hour extravaganza

departure by plane Depart: Thu 04 Oct 2018 return by plane Return: Sat 06 Oct 2018 Find out more
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World of Wearablearts - be WOWed in Wellington

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Where Fashion, art and theatre collide. A unique two-hour extravaganza

departure by plane Depart: Sat 06 Oct 2018 return by plane Return: Sun 07 Oct 2018 Find out more
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Southern Circle of Western Australia - Including Margaret River, Albany, Kalgoorlie & Esperance

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Tucked away in the south west corner of Australia is a land like no other. Hugely diverse – unique forests – wild, rugged coastlines – pristine beaches – wildflowers - hectare upon hectare of wheat lands, major ports – mining landscapes – long distances -clear, crisp air and magical landscapes of magnificent Karri, Marri and Tingle forests.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 11 Oct 2018 return by plane Return: Sun 28 Oct 2018 Find out more
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South Island Springtime Rail Tour

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Book before 30 June and SAVE $500 per couple!! Our New Zealand Rail Tours give you an armchair ride and front row seats to some of the world’s most stunning scenery – New Zealand!

departure by rail Depart: Sat 13 Oct 2018 return by plane Return: Fri 26 Oct 2018 Find out more
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Adelaide, Darwin, Sydney The Ghan - Cruise to Sydney - including Alice Springs, Darwin & Kakadu National Park

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THIS IS AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A CRUISE IN DARWIN AFTER AN OVERNIGHT LEGENDARY ICONIC GHAN TRAIN JOURNEY THROUGH THE HEART OF AUSTRALIA.

departure by plane Depart: Fri 02 Nov 2018 return by plane Return: Tue 20 Nov 2018 Find out more
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Central India and Assam - Including a 7 day Brahmaputra River Cruise

For centuries people from many distant lands have wanted a piece of India and its treasures and strangely India has accepted these foreigners into the Indian way of life.

departure by plane Depart: Wed 07 Nov 2018 return by plane Return: Wed 28 Nov 2018 Find out more
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Outback to Orient - The Ghan - Cruise Darwin to Singapore

pointerAustralia, Bali, Singapore, Hong Kong

We continue our popular ‘Ghan’ rail – cruise tour options with a venture across the Red Centre of Australia to Darwin and cruising to the vibrant city of Singapore.

departure by plane Depart: Sat 02 Mar 2019 return by plane Return: Fri 29 Mar 2019 Find out more
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Tasmania - A pristine wilderness

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Tasmania is also known as the ‘Holiday Isle’ so why not be part of our new 14-day tour.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 14 Mar 2019 return by plane Return: Wed 27 Mar 2019 Find out more
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East African Safari

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This East Africa safari takes in some of the best scenery and animals in the world –highlighted by the wildebeest and zebra migration at the Northern end of the Masai Mara.

departure by plane Depart: Tue 09 Jul 2019 return by plane Return: Fri 26 Jul 2019 Find out more
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New York to Montreal Cruise Tour - An Inland Waterways Cruise

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This two-nation cruise In a specially-designed ship, transits the Erie Canal and cruises through the Thousand Islands along the St. Lawrence Seaway, part of the international boundary between the US and Canada.

departure by plane Depart: Sun 22 Sep 2019 return by plane Return: Mon 14 Oct 2019 Find out more
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Croatia - The Islands and Neighbours - plus seven days cruising the Croatian Islands

pointerCroatia- Slovenia- Bosnia Herzegovina- Montenegro

This itinerary includes two nights in Zagreb, Bled, the Bosnia & Herzegovina capital of Sarajevo and the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ - Dubrovnik.

departure by plane Depart: Sun 16 Sep 2018 return by plane Return: Mon 08 Oct 2018 Find out more
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World of Wearablearts - be WOWed in Wellington

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Where fashion, art and theatre collide. A unique two hour extravaganza

departure by rail Depart: Sat 29 Sep 2018 return by plane Return: Mon 01 Oct 2018 Find out more
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Cruise West Plus 'The Ghan' - Including Albany, Margaret River, Fremantle, Broome, The Kimberley Coast and Kakadu National Park

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This exclusive 12-night cruise along the Western Australia coastline to Darwin and the iconic Ghan journey through the ‘Red Centre’ highlights Australia at its best.

departure by plane Depart: Fri 05 Oct 2018 return by plane Return: Sun 28 Oct 2018 Find out more
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Mid-Winter Christmas - In the Southern Alps

pointerSouth Island - New Zealand

What better location to enjoy a mid-winter celebration than in the alpine surroundings of Mount Cook.

departure by plane Depart: Tue 24 Jul 2018 return by plane Return: Sat 28 Jul 2018 Find out more
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A Summer Cruise Inside the Arctic Circle - Transiting the Northwest Passage

Transiting the Northwest Passage- One of the world's great historical voyages Onboard Ocean Endeavour

departure by plane Depart: Fri 03 Aug 2018 return by plane Return: Wed 22 Aug 2018 Find out more
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Vienna to Bucharest River Cruise - A Lower Danube River Cruise through seven countries

pointerAustria, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria

Explore lesser-known Slovakia; Budapest - Hungary’s capital and city of bridges; Croatia; Serbia’s capital Belgrade - known as the ‘White City, Bulgaria and Romania – all from the river, a transport lifeline in days gone by.

departure by plane Depart: Sun 05 Aug 2018 return by plane Return: Wed 22 Aug 2018 Find out more
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Three Country Safari - Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe

pointerNamibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe

These three African countries offer contrasting game viewing opportunities.

departure by plane Depart: Mon 13 Aug 2018 return by plane Return: Mon 10 Sep 2018 Find out more
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Melbourne and Adelaide - By Coach and Rail

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The southern states of Australia offer an ideal Close-to-Home, week-long break with plenty of interesting corners and activities.

departure by plane Depart: Fri 14 Sep 2018 return by plane Return: Fri 21 Sep 2018 Find out more
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Flying by DC-3 Charter - Bay of Islands Weekend Escape

pointerNew Zealand, Bay of Island

We are excited to bring you a one-off opportunity to fly to Keri Keri from Auckland, on board the meticulously well maintained warbird – a Douglas DC3.

departure by plane Depart: Fri 26 Oct 2018 return by plane Return: Sun 28 Oct 2018 Find out more
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Perth to Auckland by Rail, Coach and Cruise - Including Adelaide & Canberra

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Book before the 1st of December 2017 and save $350 per person PLUS either a classic beverage package or US$150 per person onboard credit or unlimited internet.

departure by plane Depart: Fri 23 Nov 2018 return by cruise Return: Thu 13 Dec 2018 Find out more
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Stewart Island and the Catlins - By Exclusive Charter Train

pointerNew Zealand, South Island

This exclusive tour will include a day trip to Stewart Island. The island’s densely forested hills, tiny population and untouched coastline of rocky outcrops and creamy golden sand beaches make it a natural refuge for marine and bird life and a ‘must do’ for every New Zealander.

departure by plane Depart: Tue 27 Nov 2018 return by plane Return: Tue 04 Dec 2018 Find out more
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The Great Ocean Road and South Australia

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This Pukekohe Travel tour explores lesser-visited destinations of Southern Australia including the picturesque Great Ocean Road – often described as one of the ‘most scenic drives in the world.’

departure by plane Depart: Thu 07 Mar 2019 return by plane Return: Fri 22 Mar 2019 Find out more
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Hokitika Wildfoods Festival - Come and get a #tasteofthewild

pointerNew Zealand, Christchurch, Greymouth, Hokitika

A celebration of all things wild from the West Coast, the Hokitika Wildfoods Festival has something for everyone.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 07 Mar 2019 return by plane Return: Mon 11 Mar 2019 Find out more
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Lord Howe Island - Another in our series of unusual Pacific destinations

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Lord Howe Island - a truly unspoilt jewel of the Pacific with a fascinating ecological ethos is a World Heritage Island

departure by plane Depart: Sun 17 Mar 2019 return by plane Return: Sun 24 Mar 2019 Find out more
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Japan at Cherry Blossom Time - plus an Eight-night Cruise

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This CHERRY BLOSSOM coach, rail and cruise tour will give you a thorough insight into the Japanese way of life. The myriad of colour will astound.

departure by plane Depart: Sun 31 Mar 2019 return by plane Return: Sat 20 Apr 2019 Find out more
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Egypt and Jordan - A journey through time

pointerEgypt, Jordan

Begin in Cairo, the heart of Egypt, discover the Pyramids, Sphinx, tombs and temples of the valleys of the Kings and Queens and immerse yourself in history that dates back centuries.

departure by plane Depart: Sun 07 Apr 2019 return by plane Return: Thu 25 Apr 2019 Find out more
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Cruise Fiordland - A venture into nature

pointerNew Zealand, South Island

Fiordland, a special wilderness corner of New Zealand offers nature at its best.Enjoy exploring coves, islands, beaches and bush with names hitherto unknown with opportunities to walk, kayak and throw out a fishing line.

departure by plane Depart: Sat 20 Apr 2019 return by plane Return: Sun 28 Apr 2019 Find out more
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Morocco - Gibraltar, Spain, Portugal

pointerMorocco, Gibraltar, Spain, Portugal

This tour travels to four contrasting Mediterranean countries – Morocco, Gibraltar, Spain and Portugal.

departure by plane Depart: Thu 25 Apr 2019 return by plane Return: Mon 27 May 2019 Find out more
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Alaska and the Yukon - Cruise Tour

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‘North to Alaska’ – we all know the refrain and this is a tour that offers an in-depth look at this region that is basically isolated for five months of the year.

departure by plane Depart: Mon 27 May 2019 return by plane Return: Tue 18 Jun 2019 Find out more

Canada - The Best of the West

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Western Canada is a wonderful part of the world to visit – nature and wildlife abound and the iconic Rockies, Banff, Vancouver Island and its surrounding as well as Vancouver and Seattle in the US.

departure by plane Depart: Wed 21 Aug 2019 return by plane Return: Tue 10 Sep 2019 Find out more
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