Australia & New Zealand Combination Tours
Tours from £8,695 per person
Australia & New Zealand Combination Tours
Australia & New Zealand Combination Tours
The ultimate Australia and New Zealand experience! If you can’t decide whether you want to take a guided tour of Australia or a guided tour of New Zealand, then don’t. You can do them both.
Embark on the ultimate journey around Australia and New Zealand by combining the Magnificent New Zealand tour or Very Best of New Zealand tour with the Wonders of Australia; or our Very Best of New Zealand tour with the Very Best of Australia. It’s that easy. We’ll simply bring the best tours of Australia and New Zealand together to create yours!
Australia & New Zealand combination tour itineraries
Our tours of Australia and Magnificent New Zealand tours are so great that we’ve put them together to create a a series of Australia and New Zealand combination tours. These amazing holidays bring together all the highlights and hidden gems of these two countries, and take you on a guided tour of them to ensure that you don’t miss a thing while you’re Down Under.
This Australia and New Zealand touring holiday includes a choice of stopovers on the way, an overnight rail journey on-board the legendary Ghan or Indian Pacific, and a cruise on the magnificent Milford Sound.
There are several combination tours to choose from – just click on the one you’re interested in to see the full itinerary.
Click here for the 40-day Magnificent New Zealand and Wonders of Australia, from £8,695pp
Click here for the 44-day Very Best of New Zealand & Wonders of Australia, from £8,995pp
Click here for the 52-day Very Best of New Zealand & Very Best of Australia from £9,995pp
Wonders of Australia & Magnificent New Zealand: 40 days from only £8,695 per person
| Day 1 Depart UK Day 2 Singapore Day 3 Singapore Day 4 Depart Singapore Day 5 Auckland Day 6 Auckland Day 7 Bay of Islands Day 8 Bay of Islands Day 9 Bay of Islands Day 10 Rotorua Day 11 Rotorua Day 12 Christchurch Day 13 Franz Josef Day 14 Franz Josef Day 15 Queenstown Day 16 Queenstown Day 17 Te Anau Day 18 Te Anau Day 19 Dunedin Day 20 Dunedin | Day 21 Christchurch Day 22 Melbourne Day 23 Melbourne Day 24 Melbourne Day 25 Melbourne Day 26 Cairns Day 27 Cairns Day 28 Cairns Day 29 Cairns Day 30 Uluru Day 31 Alice Springs Day 32 Alice Springs Day 33 The Ghan Day 34 Adelaide Day 35 Adelaide Day 36 Sydney Day 37 Sydney Day 38 Sydney Day 39 Depart Sydney Day 40 Arrive UK | |
Very Best of New Zealand & Wonders of Australia: 44 days from only £8,995 per person
| Day 1 Depart UK Day 2 Singapore Day 3 Singapore Day 4 Depart Singapore Day 5 Christchurch Day 6 Christchurch Day 7 Dunedin Day 8 Dunedin Day 9 Te Anau Day 10 Te Anau Day 11 Queenstown Day 12 Queenstown Day 13 Franz Josef Day 14 Franz Josef Day 15 Nelson Day 16 WNelson Day 17 Wellington Day 18 Wellington Day 19 Napier Day 20 Rotorua Day 21 Rotorua Day 22 Bay of Islands | Day 23 Bay of Islands Day 24 Bay of Islands Day 25 Auckland Day 26 Auckland Day 27 Melbourne Day 28 Melbourne Day 29 Melbourne Day 30 Cairns Day 31 Cairns Day 32 Cairns Day 33 Cairns Day 34 Uluru Day 35 Alice Springs Day 36 Alice Springs Day 37 The Ghan Day 38 Adelaide Day 39 Adelaide Day 40 Sydney Day 41 Sydney Day 42 Sydney Day 43 Depart Sydney Day 44 Arrive UK | |
Very Best of New Zealand & Very Best of Australia: 52 days from only £9,995 per person
| Day 1 Depart UK Day 2 Singapore Day 3 Singapore Day 4 Depart Singapore Day 5 Auckland Day 6 Auckland Day 7 Bay of Islands Day 8 Bay of Islands Day 9 Bay of Islands Day 10 Rotorua Day 11 Rotorua Day 12 Napier Day 13 Wellington Day 14 Wellington Day 15 Nelson Day 16 Nelson Day 17 Franz Josef Day 18 Franz Josef Day 19 Queenstown Day 20 Queenstown Day 21 Te Anau Day 22 Te Anau Day 23 Dunedin Day 24 Dunedin Day 25 Christchurch Day 26 Christchurch | Day 27 Perth Day 28 Perth Day 29 Perth Day 30 Kangaroo Island Day 31 Kangaroo Island Day 32 Adelaide Day 33 Adelaide Day 34 Melbourne Day 35 Melbourne Day 36 Melbourne Day 37 Uluru Day 38 Alice Springs Day 39 Alice Springs Day 40 The Ghan Day 41 Darwin Day 42 Darwin Day 43 Cairns Day 44 Cairns Day 45 Cairns Day 46 Cairns Day 47 Sydney Day 48 Sydney Day 49 Sydney Day 50 Sydney Day 51 Depart Sydney Day 52 Arrive UK | |
Departure dates & prices
On a guided tour of Australia and New Zealand, you can imagine how easily the costs can mount up. But not with Distant Journeys. Our tours combining Australia and New Zealand include an incredible amount in the price. For example, your scheduled international flights, overseas transfers, hotels, an overnight journey on The Ghan, a cruise on the Milford Sound, daily breakfasts, experienced local tour managers and knowledgeable guides, and many amazing excursions are all already included in the price of your holiday.
40-day Magnificent New Zealand & Wonders of Australia
| Departure date | Price (pp) | Availability | Offer |
| 2019 | |||
| 27 October | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| 2020 | |||
| 05 January | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| 19 January | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| 26 January | £8,795 | ONLY 2 ROOMS LEFT | Call for details |
Prices: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room.
Single occupancy supplement: £2,595
Deposit: £1,000 per person if travelling in economy class, £1,950 per person if travelling in premium economy, and £3,750 per person for business class.
Visa: To enter Australia, you need an ETA (electronic travel authority).We will obtain this on your behalf and the £25 per person processing fee will be added to your confirmation invoice.
Terms and conditions: Holiday prices are subject to the availability of flights in the lowest fare booking class and may change, however the correct price will always be confirmed before you book. For full terms and conditions see our terms and conditions page.
40-day Wonders of Australia & Magnificent New Zealand tour
| Departure date | Price (pp) | Availability | Offer |
| 2020 | |||
| 13 February* | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
*These departure dates operate in reverse, beginning in Melbourne and finishing in Christchurch. All hotels and experiences are the same as featured in the itinerary.
Prices: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room.
Single occupancy supplement: £2,595
Deposit: £1,000 per person if travelling in economy class, £1,950 per person if travelling in premium economy, and £3,750 per person for business class.
Visa: To enter Australia, you need an ETA (electronic travel authority).We will obtain this on your behalf and the £25 per person processing fee will be added to your confirmation invoice.
Terms and conditions: Holiday prices are subject to the availability of flights in the lowest fare booking class and may change, however the correct price will always be confirmed before you book. For full terms and conditions see our terms and conditions page.
44-day The Very Best of New Zealand & Wonders of Australia
| Departure date | Price (pp) | Availability | Offer |
| 2019 | |||
| 09 October | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| 2020 | |||
| 22 January | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| 13 February | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
Prices: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room.
Single occupancy supplement: £2,895
Deposit: £1,000 per person if travelling in economy class, £1,950 per person if travelling in premium economy, and £3,750 per person for business class.
Visa: To enter Australia, you need an ETA (electronic travel authority).We will obtain this on your behalf and the £25 per person processing fee will be added to your confirmation invoice.
Terms and conditions: Holiday prices are subject to the availability of flights in the lowest fare booking class and may change, however the correct price will always be confirmed before you book. For full terms and conditions see our terms and conditions page.
52-day The Very Best of New Zealand & Very Best of Australia
| Departure date | Price (pp) | Availability | Offer |
| 2019 | |||
| 09 October | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| 2020 | |||
| 02 January | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| 08 January | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| 22 January | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
Prices: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room.
Single occupancy supplement: £3,295
Deposit: £1,000 per person if travelling in economy class, £1,950 per person if travelling in premium economy, and £3,750 per person for business class.
Visa: To enter Australia, you need an ETA (electronic travel authority).We will obtain this on your behalf and the £25 per person processing fee will be added to your confirmation invoice.
Terms and conditions: Holiday prices are subject to the availability of flights in the lowest fare booking class and may change, however the correct price will always be confirmed before you book. For full terms and conditions see our terms and conditions page.
So much included
Flights with leading scheduled airlines
- Return economy class flights with Qantas / Emirates. Depart from London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle or Glasgow at no additional cost
- All domestic flights within Australia and New Zealand
- Premium Economy and Business Class upgrades are available on selected international routes for a supplement
Great choice of included stopovers
- Your choice of two night outbound stopover in Singapore or Dubai (or Bangkok if visiting New Zealand first)
- Your stopover includes airport transfers, accommodation, full daily breakfast and a sightseeing tour
Carefully selected hotels
- Superior hotels in great locations as detailed in the itinerary
- All-inclusive overnight accommodation on-board The Ghan
Many meals included
- Daily breakfast included
- Buffet lunch on the Great Barrier Reef
- Lunch or early evening dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour
- Maori Hangi Dinner in Rotorua
All-inclusive on The Ghan
- Lunch, dinner and breakfast included
- Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included
Unforgettable experiences included
- Sightseeing tours in many destinations
- Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset and sunrise
- Full day on the Outer Barrier Reef
- Lunch or early evening dinner cruise around Sydney Harbour
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Maori Hangi & Concert
- Cape Brett Cruise in the Bay of Islands
We include even more…
- Services of experienced local Tour Managers and Coach Captains
- All hotel porterage
- All overseas transfers and transport in modern air-conditioned coaches
- All airport charges, security charges and applicable fuel surcharges
- No surcharge guarantee
- ATOL protection for your holiday
Hand-picked hotels
All the hotels on our combination tours of Australia and New Zealand are carefully selected by our Directors to ensure they meet their high standards. Over the decades they’ve worked in the travel industry, they’ve come to understand exactly what elements of a hotel work best on a touring holiday, such as location and quality. So throughout your touring holiday, rest assured that we’ve aimed to provide top accommodation, without it costing you the earth.
Your particular hotels will depend on your choice of departure date and itinerary, please see the itinerary tab for more details.
Auckland, Amora Hotel
The Amora Hotel, centrally located amongst splendid park surroundings, is ideally positioned within walking distance of the major shopping and entertainment areas of Auckland. To relax and unwind, take advantage of the outdoor swimming pool and wellness centre. Guest rooms… Find out more >-
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Cairns, Pacific International Hotel
There’s nowhere better to stay when you’re exploring the Great Barrier Reef than the Pacific International Hotel, Cairns. Aside from enjoying the esplanade nearby, you can enjoy a taste of local artistry and history at Cairns Regional Gallery and Cairns… Find out more >-
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Clarion Suites Gateway, Melbourne
Your room at Clarion Suites Getaway is perfectly positioned for your time exploring Melbourne. Whether you want to experience the hustle and bustle of the city, or enjoy a relaxing stroll along the banks of the Yarra River, you’re just… Find out more >- Official rating
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Darwin, DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade
Enjoy a wonderful stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin. Centrally located in Darwin, the hotel is within walking distance of many popular attractions, including Bicentennial Park, Darwin Convention Centre, downtown Darwin and Smith Street Mall. Should you have… Find out more >- Official rating
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Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock
Welcome to the Desert Gardens Hotel – a magnificent sanctuary surrounded by towering ghost gums and flowering native shrubs among the red dunes. During your time at the Desert Garden Ayers Rock Resort, relax in the comfort of your own… Find out more >- Official rating
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Distinction Hotel, Dunedin
Dunedin is New Zealand’s oldest city and home to some of the Southern Hemisphere’s most spectacular heritage architecture. An interesting fact about this lovely hotel which you’ll stay in while you’re visiting Dunedin is that in the 1930s, it was… Find out more >- Official rating
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Alice Springs
Situated between the Todd River and Alice Springs Golf Club, the DoubleTree by Hilton is a luxury resort awarded for its environmentally friendly innovations, offering stunning views of the MacDonnell Mountain Ranges. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance… Find out more >- Official rating
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DoubleTree by Hilton, Cairns
Centred around a unique rainforest atrium, the charming DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns offers the most incredible views. Set within tropical gardens, the oceanfront hotel is just a short walk away from the city centre and entertainment districts. In your free time,… Find out more >- Official rating
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Melbourne, Mercure Treasury Gardens Hotel
Overlooking Treasury Gardens in the centre of Melbourne, the Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens is only 400 metres from Parliament House, 600 metres from Federation Square, and a 15-minute walk to the MCG. Each room in the Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens… Find out more >- Official rating
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Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge
Kangaroo Island Lodge has been designed to blend in with its unique wilderness location and natural surroundings, and is situated on a hillside amidst native bushland. The hotel is steeped in history, as it was the first guesthouse built on Kangaroo… Find out more >- Official rating
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Milford Mariner Cruise
Wake up in one of the most beautiful places on earth after a night onboard the Milford Mariner. Enjoy a cruise of the magical Milford Sound, accompanied by a specialist nature guide, who will explain the history and geology of… Find out more >- Official rating
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Millennium Hotel, Queenstown
Timeless elegance meets luxury accommodation at the Millennium Hotel Queenstown. The hotel is the perfect place to relax and unwind after an exciting day sightseeing in New Zealand's adventure capital. Millennium Hotel Queenstown is only minutes from Queenstown's central shopping,… Find out more >- Official rating
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Millennium Hotel, Rotorua
One of the wonderful things about the Millennium Hotel Rotorua is the fact that its eco-friendly design means it remains respectful to the stunning natural beauty that gives it its home. And its surroundings really are stunning, as the hotel… Find out more >- Official rating
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North Sydney Harbourview Hotel
When it comes to staying in the heat of the action, with views of some of the country’s most famous landmarks, North Sydney Harbourview Hotel is the place to stay in Sydney – the views of the harbour make its… Find out more >- Official rating
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Novotel Perth Langley
Surrounded by many of Perth's top attractions, Novotel Perth Langley is an ideal base from which to explore the city. The hotel is located within easy reach of the city's numerous restaurants, shops and bars, and the local beaches of… Find out more >- Official rating
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Ozone Hotel, Kangaroo Island
Located on the foreshore of Kangaroo Island, with stunning views overlooking Nepean Bay, Ozone Hotel is the idea base for an exciting exploration of the island. Kangaroo Island’s stunning beaches and coastlines are all just short distances from your hotel.… Find out more >- Official rating
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Parkroyal Sydney Darling Harbour Hotel
The contemporary and stylish Parkroyal Sydney Darling Harbour Hotel has a great waterfront location at the heart of Darling Harbour, within easy reach of all that Sydney has to offer. The hotel boasts modern facilities including a state of the… Find out more >- Official rating
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Scenic Hotel, Bay of Islands
This resort-style hotel, complete with sub-tropical gardens, is the perfect base for exploring the beautiful Bay of Islands and only a stroll away from the main wharf. Situated at the entrance to the seaside town of Paihia, the Scenic Hotel… Find out more >- Official rating
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Scenic Hotel, Franz Josef Glacier
Situated on the edge of the Franz Josef Glacier, one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural attractions, the Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier is an accommodation highlight. Staying in the Graham Wing in a light and airy room, you’ll enjoy the… Find out more >- Official rating
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Stamford Plaza, Adelaide
Perfectly positioned in the heart of the city’s North Terrace, the Stamford Plaza Adelaide puts all of the area’s top attractions right on your doorstep. So many of Adelaide’s best places to visit are just minutes’ away, including Adelaide Festival… Find out more >-
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The Ghan
Regarded as one of the world’s greatest rail journeys, The Ghan delivers so much more than an extended train ride. Prepare to journey deep into the heart of Australia on the legendary Ghan, accessing parts of Australia no other holiday… Find out more >- Official rating
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Freedom Days
Throughout your Australia and New Zealand combination holiday, we want you to enjoy a good mix of visits to must-see landmarks and time to experience your destinations in a way that suits you. For example, you might like to try an adventurous activity like climbing Sydney Harbour Bridge or the Shotover Jet in Queenstown, or if you prefer a more relaxing experience like sampling exquisite wines in The Barossa Valley or Central Otago. Thanks to our Freedom Days, you’ll have the chance to tailor your experiences to enjoy the things that interest you the most.
And you don’t have to decide everything before you leave the UK – you can choose many of the excursions as late as the day before, and your local Tour Manager will make all the arrangements for you.
Find out more about the excursions available by clicking on the descriptions below.
Wonders of Australia
*due to the limited availability on these tours, we recommend booking at least 90 days before you leave the UK. Your Distant Journeys travel expert will be able to assist you. If booked within 30 days of departure, there will be a surcharge added to the cost of the excursion.
Please note, if paying by Visa or Mastercard in Australia there will be an additional 2.2% card charge applied.
Magnificent New Zealand
Optional excursions for stopover destinations
If you’ve taken advantage of one of our two night stopovers on your journey home from Australia and New Zealand, you may want to make the most of your short stay in these exciting destinations by taking an optional excursion or two.
After all, who could visit Singapore without a trip to the world-famous and historic Raffles Hotel for afternoon tea or a Singapore Sling? Or if you’re in Bangkok, the Grand Palace with its beautiful Temple of the Emerald Buddha is a must-see. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Hong Kong and learn about its fascinating history. And if Dubai is where you’ll spend the last two nights of your holiday, why not enjoy one of them feasting Bedouin-style on a Desert Safari?
Click on any of the descriptions below to find out more about any of the optional excursions in Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong and Bangkok.
| Price pp in Thai Baht (THB) | Approx. price pp in British Pounds (GBP) | |
| Bangkok | ||
| Damnern Saduak Floating Market (Half day) | $1,300 | £32 |
| Grand Palace (Half day) | $1,250 | £30 |
| Temples & City tour (Half day) | $1,150 | £28 |
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| Dubai | ||
| Traditional Dubai City Tour | $51 | £41 |
| Modern Dubai City Tour | $71 | £57 |
| Modern Dubai City Tour – including At The Top | $101 | £81 |
| Sundowner (Dune dinner safari) | $133 | £106 |
| An Evening of Elegance – dinner cruise | $172 | £137 |
| Helicopter tour of Dubai (12 minutes) | $194 | £155 |
| Price pp in Singapore Dollars (SGD) | Approx. price pp in British Pounds (GBP) | |
| Singapore | ||
| Singapore Night Safari | $101 | £59 |
| Gardens by the Bay – Including 2 conservatories and OCBC Skyway | $39 | £23 |
| Gardens by the Bay – Including 2 conservatories | $32 | £119 |
| Al fresco afternoon tea at Raffles* (Operating daily from October 2019) | $72 | £42 |
| Afternoon tea in the Grand Lobby at Raffles* (Operating daily) | $90 | £53 |
| Singapore by night – including Singapore Sling at Raffles | $112 | £66 |
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| Hong Kong | ||
| Hong Kong Island Tour* | $400 | £42 |
| Lamma Island Dinner & Symphony of Lights* | $750 | £78 |
| Lantau Island tour with lunch* | $850 | £89 |
| Macau Tour with lunch* | $995 | £104 |
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| Bali | ||
| Kecak at Uluwatu & BBQ seafood dinner | $67 | £54 |
| Mengwi Temple, Monkey forest & Tanah Lot | $58 | £46 |
| Bali Hai dinner cruise | $66 | £53 |
| Jatiluwih & The Batukaru Mountains Nature Tour | $48 | £38 |
| Balinese Purifying | $56 | £45 |
*due to the limited availability on these tours, we recommend booking at least 30 days before you leave the UK. Your Distant Journeys travel expert will be able to assist you.
There are some fabulous destinations we regularly have as a special offer stopover – Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok or Dubai. No matter which you choose, the stopover offer includes return airport to hotel transfers, accommodation in a four or five star hotel for two nights, and a full daily breakfast. As an alternative, you can choose to spend three nights relaxing on the tropical island of Bali.
To find out more, please speak with one of our travel experts.
Bali Offer, Meliá Hotel
The name Bali conjures up thoughts of an exotic tropical paradise, and the reality is every bit as wonderful. Swaying palm trees, white sand beaches and the warm hospitality of the Balinese people await you in this blissful beachfront sanctuary.…- Official rating Stars
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Bangkok Offer, Amari Watergate Hotel
Busy, lively, colourful and above all welcoming, Bangkok should be on your list of must-see places to visit. Here you can experience things you simply can’t do in most cities, like sailing on a longtail boat through floating markets. Make…- Official rating Stars
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Copthorne Kings Hotel in Singapore - Stopover Offer
There’s just so much to do and see in Singapore, that no matter how many times you visit, you’ll always find yourself wanting to go back again. Maybe it’s the myriad of cultures coming together to create such a unique…- Official rating Stars
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Dubai Offer, Marriott al Jaddaf
Stay in style at the five star Marriott al Jaddaf when you visit the gateway to Arabia. The numerous malls and labyrinth-like souks are enchanting to explore. And you really can’t complain about the year round sunshine, which you can make…- Official rating Stars
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Hong Kong Offer, Regal Kowloon
Hong Kong oozes energy. Even if you’re feeling a little tired after your travels, it’s guaranteed to perk you up again. While its skyline of sky scrapers is impressive, you simply need to look across the harbour to see the…- Official rating Stars
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