Active round the world holiday with group tours

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Enjoy views of Lake Cheakamus near Whistler
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Explore the beautiful Lake Kussharo in Akan Mashu National Park in Japan
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Take the cable car up to Mount Asahi in Hokkaido
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New Zealand cycle trail, Mount Cook | photo courtesy: Tourism New Zealand/Miles Holden
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Enjoy views from the Sea to Sky Highway in Squamish
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Enjoy hiking through the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido
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Explore by kayak in Abel Tasman National Park

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Enjoy views of Lake Cheakamus near Whistler
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Explore the beautiful Lake Kussharo in Akan Mashu National Park in Japan
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Take the cable car up to Mount Asahi in Hokkaido
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New Zealand cycle trail, Mount Cook | photo courtesy: Tourism New Zealand/Miles Holden
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Enjoy views from the Sea to Sky Highway in Squamish
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Enjoy hiking through the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido
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Explore by kayak in Abel Tasman National Park

Round the world holidays

Duration(in days): 41

From: UK

To: Japan | New Zealand | Canada

From

£10,149

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Overview

Hike, bike and kayak your way around the world on this active round the world holiday. Start in Japan, where you'll explore the wild national parks of Hokkaido on foot, hiking past lakes and mountains before relaxing in the warm waters of the local onsen. Next you'll visit New Zealand, where three weeks will fly by as you trek across volcanoes, kayak through crystal clear rivers and cycle past the iconic Aoraki Mount Cook. Finish your trip in Canada, where the Rocky Mountains await - think days of hiking around bright blue lakes and exploring Vancouver Island's rugged beaches. This is a trip of a lifetime to anyone who loves to stay active!

This holiday includes

International flights
Group tours with G Adventures in Japan, New Zealand and Canada
Excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

You’ll remember…

Hiking across the wild landscapes of Shiretoko National Park
Learning about traditional Japanese culture at the local onsen
Kayaking along the beaches of Abel Tasman in New Zealand
Completing the volcanic Tongariro Crossing
Trekking along the Juan de Fuca Trail in Vancouver Island
Reaching Cheakamus Lake at the end of the High Note Trail in the Canadian Rockies

Itinerary

Please note: This itinerary is built using group tours with set departure dates. The dates might not coincide as perfectly as we have outlined in this holiday - you might need to add some extra nights in between the tours. Please contact us for a quote and we can build your dream trip together!

Days 1 - 10: Active Hokkaido adventure

Start your adventure in Japan, with an hiking group tour in Hokkaido. This nine-day journey takes you through Hokkaido's stunning national parks during the island's temperate months. Trek through the wild beauty of Shiretoko National Park, ride the Asahidake Ropeway to jaw-dropping heights in Daisetsuzan National Park and unwind with a relaxing overnight stay at a traditional onsen. Cap it all off with a cold Sapporo beer right in it's namesake city. Your time in Japan is the perfect blend of epic hikes, rich culture, and well-deserved relaxation!

Séjour au Japon : que faire à Hokkaido - monts enneigés pour aller skier

Days 11 - 32: New Zealand multisport

Next, you'll head to New Zealand, the home outdoor adventure! We've included this fantastic three week group tour of both islands, exploring the best New Zealand has to offer. Start in Auckland before cycling along the Karangahake Gorge in Rotorua, kayaking along the Whanganui River and conquering the Tongariro Crossing, an epic hike past emerald lakes and steaming volcanoes. Fly to the South Islands to look for dolphins in Kaikoura, kayak in the rich beauty of Abel Tasman National Park and explore the glaciers of the west coast. Hit up the iconic adventure capital of Queenstown, where you'll enjoy spectacular views from the Routeburn Track and cruise across Milford Sound, before enjoying some of Queenstown's other exhilarating activities. Finish your trip in Twizel, where you'll cycle along the Alps2Ocean Trail and admire views of Mount Cook before arriving back in Christchurch.

Spend a day on one of the amazing cycle trails | Photo credit: David Wall

Days 33 - 40: Active West Coast Canada

Get your heart pumping and your bodies moving with this eight-day adventure through some of British Columbia’s most spectacular landscapes. Head to Vancouver Island to hike through East Sooke Provincial Park and along the famous Juan de Fuca trail. Camp under the stars, hike up mountains in Squamish and Whistler featuring views of alpine lakes and the snow-capped Rocky Mountains - this is the ultimate way to soak up the best of British Columbia!