In this family-friendly, road-tripping itinerary, we present a rendition of Central Europe that will delight and energize travellers of all ages. Take in the Swiss classics of Zurich and Lucerne, but also the lesser-known North-east around Walensee, where the mountains are less crowded and you can cruise down the region’s best mountain coasters. Drive east to Austria and spend a couple of days around lovely and low-key Innsbruck, before crossing the Brenner Pass into the heart of the coolest alpine kid on the block these days, the Italian Dolomites. Two weeks is best for this itinerary, but it is possible to do a distilled version in 11-12 days, or an extended one for 3 weeks.

Done one too many self-drive holidays around Australia and New Zealand? Enter New Caledonia. A fraction of the tourist crowds, inexpensive premium hotels and amazing vistas all to yourself – what more could you ask for? This 12-day Round island adventure around New Caledonia can be done in various styles: self-driven, chauffeured or a combination. Speak to us about customizing it to your interests, as the island has a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts, beach lovers, divers – and it’s also very family friendly and great for kids!

Here’s the secret: the ultimate luxury in New Caledonia is its pristine, untouched natural environment that has escaped mass tourism for decades. It may not have a whole shoreline of luxury resorts, but it has a few excellent accommodations that offer a comfortable base for a relaxed, rejuvenating and romantic stay. A vacation here truly takes you away from the maddening crowds of revenge travellers, and allows you to uncover an unknown Pacific island full of treasures.

Start this spectacular trip in Zurich soaking up cool urban vibes in Switzerland’s cosmopolitan commercial centre. You can use it as a base to explore Northern Switzerland’s highlights, such as the Rhine Falls and the medieval town of Stein am Rhein, or the lovely lake town of Lucerne. Head to Bern, the charming Swiss capital full of cultural treasures next, enroute to Lausanne on the sparkling Swiss Rivera. Spend a few days enjoying handsome castles, splendid vineyards and the dreamy views of Lake Geneva before journeying to Zermatt for the iconic look at the Matterhorn. Your last few days are spent in the lap of the Swiss alps and the Bernese Oberland, where you will experience stunning alpine scenery on walks and from scenic train and car journeys. Throughout the trip, let Swiss clockwork efficiency, fresh mountain air and the best chocolate and cheese be your companions.

Think Spain and you’ll hardly think a ski-holiday, but we’re here to change that! Spain is an excellent winter destination – there is plenty of snow in the mighty Sierra Nevada for the ski and snowboard crew – and great slopes to hit. Been to the alps too many times? We invite you to come to the Sierra Nevada. Best of all? Combine it with a varied vacation with some culture and cobblestone in Granada, and even a lie-in at the beach on the Mediterranean Coast. All in just a week for a short and sweet escape.

You’ve seen the big boys of Spain’s North, and want to discover their sultry Southerly sister: Andalucia. Andalucia is about the moment: the scent of orange blossom, the stomp of a flamenco dancer, the first glimpse of a breathtaking Moorish palace and the first light of day on an old Andalucian ranch. In this itinerary, we can combine the best the region has to offer to the world with its safely guarded secrets that will set your journey apart: think private performances in the backdrop of Spain’s most coveted castle, a look into a labyrinth of streets and gardens now connected into one unique hotel, a caviar farm in a tiny village where you can catch your own sturgeon, and wild horse treks in Donana National Park. It is very difficult not to stay longer than you planned, be warned.

In this sumptuous 16-day itinerary of Piel de Toro (the nickname of the Iberian Peninsula), you will get the experience the allure of Southern Europe’s gems: Spain and Portugal. This programme and its variations will introduce you to the highlights of Spain and Portugal through their varied landscapes, histories and civilisations. Enjoy the dizzying beauty of Spain’s best cities and take the time to delve into its inhabitants’ stories, lives and aspirations.

On this itinerary, we present to you a Korea that is modern and progressive, and also authentic and timeless. Start in the heady metropolis of Seoul, and get lost in the shopping lanes of Myeongdong or amidst the bars of Itaewon. Take a jaunt out of the capital to Gyeonggi, where you can touch the soul of Korean Culture through timeless trades, forest bathing and a temple stay. With a clearer state of mind, travel to the Korean heartland of Andong, also known as its spiritual capital. Tour UNESCO villages set back in time, enjoy delectable traditional Korean cuisine and stay in an authentic countryside Hanok. Return to modern Korea as we know it and contemplate the beauty of the country’s many faces and facets, its rich history and its remarkable development. This short and sweet itinerary gives you the perfect setting for your very own k-drama.

Join us on an unforgettable, 9-day adventure in beautiful Botswana, justly heralded as Africa’s oasis of peace, stability and wildlife conservation. From the first of your scenic flights, you’ll alight in the wonderfully far-flung, pristine Linyanti Reserve, where, based at the luxurious DumaTau Camp, both daylight and nocturnal drives await. Another Mac Air light aircraft will whisk you to the heart of the Okavango Delta at the similarly fabulous Xaranna Camp, situated on an island overlooking a seasonal lagoon. These airy, romantic lodgings will serve as your launching pad for several days’ exploration of the Delta, a truly exceptional chance to spot all the great game—both bounding along in a safari vehicle and gliding through the reeds on a silent mokoro canoe. After a further, 15-minute flight, you’ll receive a warm welcome at the stunning Sandibe Lodge, a splendidly appointed, architectural feat on the banks of another of the Delta’s great channels, teeming with an enviable wildlife array that includes no less than five of the Big Five. Based here, your final three days of game sightings include a thrilling safari on foot with a seasoned tracker and the option of a scenic helicopter flight over the Delta.

This star-studded adventure will span the best of both ancient and present-day Western Turkey, beginning along the mighty Bosphorus in the country’s cultural capital: Istanbul. Wind your way through the Grand Bazaar, the Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque and the majestic Hagia Sofia, and take in spectacular, shifting views of the storied city’s hills on a cruise down the channel and deep up the Golden Horn to sip tea atop Pierre Loti Hill. Further echoes of glorious pasts await en route to magical Cappadocia, where you’ll admire the jaw-dropping landscape of chiselled fairy chimneys from a hot balloon and set out on a splendid hike through the sublime, enchanting Ihlara Valley. End with an exploration of the wonders of Pamukkale: quaint mountain villages, spectacular Roman remnants and blinding white travertine pools.

If dreamy spots are your raison d’être, Puglia is the ultimate place for hedonists and nature lovers. Dramatic views over the deep-blue sea, eye-catching green and golden meadows, fairy trulli set in rural landscapes make it the idyllic destination for a memorable journey. Delve into Italy’s heel as an impressionist painter: stroll through slow-paced villages, listen to the locals’ genuine stories from the past and savour the tastes of the produce of the land. Puglia is the region which will rejuvenate your mind, body and soul.

Set off on from the vibrant Uzbek cultural capital, Tashkent, on a high-speed journey by rail, taking in a trio of marvellous Silk Road cities whose names have long evoked a deep sense of mystique: Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, each bursting with nostalgic charm and crammed with architectural gems, reflecting a wondrous blend of the styles that swept across these arid steppes over the centuries, arriving from every corner of the continent to leave their mark. Step into gorgeous mosques, madrassas and elaborate, turquoise-tiled mausoleums, sip green tea in the heart of Samarkand’s Siab Bazaar, climb the parapets of Bukhara’s Ark, and try your hand at baking Khorezmian bread in the great walled city of Khiva. Arriving by air in Almaty, Central Asia’s glitziest hub, you’ll then ascend to the Trans-Ili Alatau Mountains, where pristine alpine lakes and ancient Buddhist carvings await, along with memorable performances of traditional music and the time-honoured art of falconry.

This is quite simply “The Unknown Kyoto”. Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan is renowned for its glorious temples, shrines and traditions, but if you venture out a little, you will discove