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    Early booking offers

    Save up to £400 per person

    Book with us and rest easy knowing you’re getting the best deal possible. We reward those who book early with exceptional early booking offers and our philosophy is simple – the earlier you book, the better the offer you will receive.

    You can view our early booking on tours departing to Asia, Australasia, North America, Latin America or Africa

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    Essential Australia
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    Australia

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    Essential Australia

    • Sightseeing in Perth, Melbourne & Sydney
    • Visit the Red Centre and Uluru
    • Explore the Great Barrier Reef in Cairns

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Nov 2027

    19 days

    Prices from £5,895 Per person

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    The Very Best of Australia
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    Australia

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    The Very Best of Australia

    • Full day excursion to the Great Barrier Reef
    • Experience Uluru at sunset and sunrise
    • Overnight on the Ghan to tropical Darwin

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Feb 2026 - Nov 2027

    29 days

    Prices from £8,395 Per person

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    Highlights of Australia & New Zealand
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    Australia, New Zealand

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    Highlights of Australia & New Zealand

    • Cruise spectacular Milford Sound
    • Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef
    • View Uluru at sunset

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Apr 2027

    31 days

    Prices from £7,995 Per person

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    New Zealand by Rail, Road & Sea
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    New Zealand

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    New Zealand by Rail, Road & Sea

    • Three scenic NZ rail journeys
    • Cruise on Lake Wakatipu
    • Winery lunch and tastings

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Apr 2027

    27 days

    Prices from £6,995 Per person

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    The Very Best of New Zealand
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    New Zealand

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    The Very Best of New Zealand

    • Cruise in the Bay of Islands
    • Morning cruise on Milford Sound
    • Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Apr 2027

    28 days

    Prices from £6,995 Per person

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    Wonders of Australia
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    Australia

    Wonders of Australia

    • Overnight on the legendary Ghan
    • Full day on the Great Barrier Reef
    • Sydney Harbour lunch cruise

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Feb 2026 - Oct 2027

    23 days

    Prices from £7,195 Per person

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    Christmas & New Year in Australia
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    Australia

    Christmas & New Year in Australia

    • Celebrate Christmas 2025 in Cairns
    • Dinner cruise and Sydney's NYE fireworks
    • Tour Australia's pristine Kangaroo Island

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Dec 2025 - Dec 2027

    26 days

    Prices from £9,295 Per person

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    Australia’s East Coast Jewels
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    Australia

    Australia’s East Coast Jewels

    • Two-night stay on K'gari (Fraser Island)
    • Cruise the Whitsundays and visit Whitehaven Beach
    • Wine tasting in Canberra

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Feb 2026 - Nov 2027

    27 days

    Prices from £7,995 Per person

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    Treasures of Australia
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    Australia

    Treasures of Australia

    • Two night stay on unique Kangaroo Island
    • Experience Uluru at sunrise and sunset
    • Lunch cruise on Sydney harbour

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Oct 2027

    29 days

    Prices from £7,795 Per person

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    Contrasts of Australia
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    Australia

    Contrasts of Australia

    • Sightseeing in Singapore, Alice Springs, Adelaide & Sydney
    • Experience Uluru at sunset and sunrise
    • Explore the Great Barrier Reef in Cairns

    Save £200 per person

    Feb 2026 - Oct 2027

    21 days

    Prices from £7,995 Per person

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    Magnificent New Zealand
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    New Zealand

    Magnificent New Zealand

    • Milford Sound cruise
    • Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
    • Stay three nights in Queenstown

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Feb 2026 - Apr 2027

    24 days

    Prices from £5,995 Per person

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    Natural Wonders of New Zealand
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    New Zealand

    Natural Wonders of New Zealand

    • Walk part of the Milford & Kepler Tracks
    • Wildlife Cruises
    • Champagne Pool Wai-O-Tapu

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Feb 2026 - Mar 2027

    24 days

    Prices from £6,895 Per person

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    Spectacular New Zealand
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    New Zealand, Singapore

    Spectacular New Zealand

    • Cruise through Milford Sound
    • Exploring Stewart Island
    • Experience Rotorua’s Māori Culture & Geothermal Wonders

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Nov 2026 - Apr 2027

    29 days

    Prices from £6,995 Per person

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    Treasures of New Zealand
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    New Zealand, Singapore

    Treasures of New Zealand

    • Cruise among the towering peaks of Milford Sound
    • Walk the Franz Josef Glacier
    • Enjoy a traditional Māori concert, including song, dance, and the haka

    Save £200 per person

    Oct 2026 - Mar 2027

    21 days

    Prices from £7,695 Per person

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    Australia & New Zealand Discovery
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    Australia, New Zealand, Singapore

    Australia & New Zealand Discovery

    • Cruise among towering peaks of Milford Sound.
    • Explore the vibrant coral reefs of the Great Barrier Reef.
    • Experience the cultural and natural wonders of Uluru.

    Save £200 per person

    Oct 2026 - Jan 2027

    29 days

    Prices from £10,495 Per person

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    New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & Christmas and New Year in Australia
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    Australia, New Zealand

    New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & Christmas and New Year in Australia

    • A magical New Year’s Eve dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour
    • Cruise on Milford Sound
    • Experience Uluru at sunset and sunrise

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Nov 2026

    51 days

    Prices from £13,495 Per person

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    New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & The Very Best of Australia
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    Australia, New Zealand

    New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & The Very Best of Australia

    • Three scenic NZ rail journeys
    • Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
    • Full day on the Great Barrier Reef

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Jan 2027

    50 days

    Prices from £13,295 Per person

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    The Very Best of New Zealand & The Very Best of Australia
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    Australia, New Zealand

    The Very Best of New Zealand & The Very Best of Australia

    • Sydney Harbour lunch cruise
    • All-inclusive overnight on The Ghan
    • Cruise on Milford Sound

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Mar 2027

    56 days

    Prices from £13,495 Per person

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    Terms & Conditions

    Australia & New Zealand: The headline offer ‘stopovers from £29 per person’ applies to selected Australia and/or New Zealand tours departing from September 2026. This refers to a two-night stay in a twin/double room in Dubai, Singapore or Bangkok, priced from £29 per person (from £58 for single occupancy). Other stopover options include a two-night stopover on Sentosa Island from £149 per person (from £248 for single occupancy) and two nights in Hong Kong or three nights in Bali from £129 per person (from £198 single occupancy). These offers represent a saving of up to £632 per couple, based on the typical price of a homebound stopover, which can be up to £690 per couple. Offers based on specific flights and booking classes and is subject to availability at the time of booking. Homebound stopover options vary depending on tour, departure date and airline chosen. A £200 per person saving is available on our Exclusively Solo tours, Contrasts of Australia, Treasures of New Zealand and Australia & New Zealand Discovery. Offers cannot be combined. All other destinations: Savings of £200 per person are available on India, Nepal & Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Japan, China, Borneo, Costa Rica, Africa and Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos tours departing from September 2026, offer ends 30th November 2025. Savings of £400 per person are available on The Very Best of Japan tour only, for departures from January 2027.

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