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Explore endless & stunning landscapes whilst indulging in relaxation & romance with our range of holidays over land and sea. Glide on a luxury cruise and feel the rhythm of iconic trains like the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and South Africa’s Blue Train.
 

Northern Lights & Scenic Norway Rail & Sail

Northern Lights & Scenic Norway Rail & Sail

 

Northern Lights & Scenic Norway Rail & Sail!   
21 nights from

$7,999

pp twin share!

 

FLY + RAIL + CRUISE + TOUR HOLIDAY


 Selected Departures: Nov 2024 - Feb 2025    ​​​ 21 nights     Oslo → Copenhagen

Discover the enchanting beauty of Norway with a journey on the picturesque Flåm Railway coupled with a Hurtrigruten Northern Lights cruise.

 Package Inclusions:-
Return flights from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth to Oslo and return from Copenhagen
All Transfers as per itinerary
2 night four-star hotel stay in Oslo at the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel including daily breakfast
BONUS Scenic rail journey on board The Flåm Railway
1 night four-star hotel stay in Flåm at the Fretheim Hotel including breakfast
3 night hotel stay in Bergen at the Zander K Hotel including daily breakfast
BONUS 2 day Norway in a Nutshell fully escorted tour
11 night full-board cruise on board Hurtigruten’s MS Kong Harald from Bergen
BONUS *Northern Lights Promise – Receive a complimentary Hurtigruten voyage if the Northern Lights do not make an appearance (T’s & C’s apply)
 BONUS Upgrade from Polar Outside Limited View to Polar Outside
1 night four-star hotel stay in Copenhagen at the Tivoli Hotel including breakfast
 
Terms & Conditions: *Prices are based on twin share, per person unless stated otherwise and subject to availability. Price based on 15 February 2025 departure. Reservations are subject to the terms, conditions and requirements of carriers, hoteliers and other service providers. Schedules and availability, fare conditions and prices can change at any time. Routing restrictions and other special conditions may apply. We and any third party suppliers have taken reasonable care that the content of this communication and our website, including all travel information and listings is correct but is subject to amendment at any time without notice. Please contact us for full T&Cs.   Supplier: IMH (NTR2234)
 

Trio of Italian Lakes, Scenic Swiss Rail & Mediterranean Voyage

Trio of Italian Lakes, Scenic Swiss Rail & Mediterranean Voyage

Trio of Italian Lakes, Scenic Swiss Rail & Mediterranean Voyage

Trio of Italian Lakes, Scenic Swiss Rail & Mediterranean Voyage!   
24 nights from

$10,999

pp twin share!

 

FLY + RAIL + CRUISE + TOUR HOLIDAY


 Selected Departures: May 2025 - Aug 2025    ​​​ 24 nights     Milan → Barcelona

Rolling vineyards, shimmering lakes, soaring mountains and graceful lakeside villas, the enduring allure of the Italian Lakes is nothing short of magical.

 Package Inclusions:-
Return flights from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth to Milan and return from Barcelona
All Transfers as per itinerary
3 night four-star stay in Lake Maggiore at the Zacchera Hotels Collection including daily breakfast
BONUS Scenic rail journey through the Swiss Alps on board the Bernina Red Train
BONUS Full day trip to Lake Como
2 night four-star stay in Lake Garda at the Solho Hotel Bardolino including daily breakfast
2 night four-star stay in Florence at the Grand Hotel Baglioni including daily breakfast
BONUS Walking tour of Florence
14 night full-board cruise on board Sun Princess sailing from Rome to Barcelona
BONUS Complimentary Oceanview to Balcony upgrade!
1 night four-star stay in Barcelona at the AC Hotel Barcelona Forum by Marriott with breakfast
 
Terms & Conditions: *Prices are based on twin share, per person unless stated otherwise and subject to availability. Price based on 29 August 2025 departure. Reservations are subject to the terms, conditions and requirements of carriers, hoteliers and other service providers. Schedules and availability, fare conditions and prices can change at any time. Routing restrictions and other special conditions may apply. We and any third party suppliers have taken reasonable care that the content of this communication and our website, including all travel information and listings is correct but is subject to amendment at any time without notice. Please contact us for full T&Cs.   Supplier: IMH (MED2252)
 

New Guinea Rail & Sail Odyssey

New Guinea Rail & Sail Odyssey

New Guinea Rail & Sail Odyssey

New Guinea Rail & Sail Odyssey!  
21 days from

$17,599

pp twin share!

 

CRUISE + RAIL HOLIDAY

 
 Departure: 17 September 2025     20 nights     Adelaide → Cairns
 

Pair a legendary journey through the red-hearted centre of Australia on The Ghan with a voyage that takes you on a captivating odyssey into remote and culturally rich regions of Papua New Guinea aboard PONANT’s Le Soleal. Departing from Darwin, this cruise travels through some of the most pristine and lesser-visited areas of the South Pacific. The rail and sail journey offers a remarkable snapshot of natural beauty, with outback scenes, lush rainforests, vibrant coral reefs, and breathtaking coastal landscapes. From the outback town of Alice Springs, across Papua New Guinea to Cairns, this is an adventure that will be cherished for a lifetime.

Package Inclusions:-
 2 nights aboard The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals, beverages and Off Train
Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs and Katherine
Witness spectacular outback landscapes as you travel on The Ghan
Visit the impressive natural wonder of Nitmiluk Gorge
Transfer from Darwin Rail Terminal to Darwin hotel
2 nights’ accommodation in Darwin including breakfast daily
Transfer from Darwin hotel to ship
16-night New Guinea Odyssey expedition cruise aboard PONANT’s Le Soleal, including prepaid gratuities
Discover the mysteries of Papua New Guinea, the land of a thousand cultures
Journey on an outrigger canoe into the ancient Fiords of Cape Nelson
Visit the remote Tami Islands
Discover the traditional ceremonies of the Asaro Mudmen of Madang region
See the Malukus, the paradisiacal Spice Islands
Explore the spectacular karst islands of the Coral Triangle
20 breakfasts, 18 lunches, 18 dinners

 

Terms & Conditions: *Conditions Apply. All pricing is per person twin share, quoted in Australian dollars and is correct as at 15 March 2024. Pricing is inclusive of all cruise taxes and port expenses which are subject to change with surcharges or currency fluctuations.  Valid for new bookings and not combinable with any other offer. All offers are subject to availability. Vaccination requirements may apply, and government guidelines may result in a requirement to quarantine during or after your cruise and may restrict your ability to participate in shore tours or disembark the ship at ports we visit during your cruise. Guidelines are subject to change without notice and as such, our actual cruise offerings may vary from the descriptions provided and images displayed. Cruise itineraries are not guaranteed.  Offer is not transferable, not redeemable for cash and may not be combinable with other select offers or other onboard credits.  Please check all reservation information with your travel consultant prior to booking. ~Meals are included in selected restaurants; specialty restaurants may incur a surcharge.  For full terms and conditions please contact us. Supplier: JYB
 
 

Icons of Western Canada & Alaskan Cruise

Icons of Western Canada & Alaskan Cruise

Icons of Western Canada & Alaskan Cruise!   
22 days from

$20,095

pp twin share!

 

ESCORTED HOLIDAY


 Selected Departures: May 2024 - Oct 2024    ​​​ 22 days     Victoria → Vancouver

Wind your way through the Rocky Mountains by train, admiring local wildlife and the immense firs that grace the route, before venturing into Alaska’s mighty fjords. This is a part of the world that’s as vast as it is beautiful. Gigantic glaciers, expansive plains, peaks that will take your breath away and predators that inspire awe – there’s nothing small about the great American North, or about the impression it will leave on you.
 
Tour Inclusions:-
Fully escorted smaller group luxury journeys for up to 36 guests
Stays at the exclusive Fairmont Hotels and Resorts
Verandah Stateroom on board your cruise
GoldLeaf Service on board Rocky Mountaineer
4 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences
Your choice of 30 Scenic Freechoice activities and dining
3 memorable Scenic Special Stays
42 meals – 21 breakfasts (B), 8 lunches (L) and 13 dinners (D)
Days 1 to 15 are escorted by an expert local Tour Director
Knowledgeable local guides
Complimentary Wi-Fi at selected hotels
All tipping and gratuities
 
Terms & Conditions: *Prices are based on twin share, per person unless stated otherwise and subject to availability. Price based on low season. Reservations are subject to the terms, conditions and requirements of carriers, hoteliers and other service providers. Schedules and availability, fare conditions and prices can change at any time. Routing restrictions and other special conditions may apply. We and any third party suppliers have taken reasonable care that the content of this communication and our website, including all travel information and listings is correct but is subject to amendment at any time without notice. Please contact us for full T&Cs.   Supplier: SCT (RPCL)
 

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Luxury Mediterranean Cunard Voyage & All-Inclusive Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Luxury Mediterranean Cunard Voyage & All-Inclusive Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Luxury Mediterranean Cunard Voyage & All-Inclusive Venice Simplon-Orient-Express!    
20 nights from

$13,499

pp twin share

 

FLY + RAIL + STAY + CRUISE HOLIDAY

 
  Depart: 12 July 2025    20 nights    Rome → Paris
 

Embark on a 14-night Queen Victoria eastern Mediterranean cruise with hotel stays in three European culture capitals, and experience the iconic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

Package Includes:-
Return flights from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth to Rome and return from Paris
All transfers as per itinerary
1 night four-star hotel stay in Rome at the Starhotels Metropole including daily breakfast
14 night full-board cruise on board Queen Victoria sailing from Rome to Trieste
BONUS Complimentary Oceanview to Balcony upgrade
1 night four-star hotel stay in Venice at the Carnival Palace including daily breakfast
2 day all-inclusive luxury Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train journey from Venice to Paris including Dedicated steward service & Three-course lunch, four-course dinner and continental breakfast
1 night four-star hotel stay in Paris at the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile including breakfast daily
 
 
Terms & Conditions: *Prices are based on twin share, per person unless stated otherwise and subject to availability. Reservations are subject to the terms, conditions and requirements of carriers, hoteliers and other service providers. Schedules and availability, fare conditions and prices can change at any time. Routing restrictions and other special conditions may apply. We and any third party suppliers have taken reasonable care that the content of this communication and our website, including all travel information and listings is correct but is subject to amendment at any time without notice. Please contact us for full T&Cs.   Supplier: IMH (MED2247)

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