Iconic round the world holiday with Maldives & Tahiti

Days 1 - 7: Luxury Maldives

Relax in style with our luxury Maldives trip. Stay in a luxurious overwater bungalow and snorkel straight from your deck as you enjoy the turquoise ocean and colourful fish beneath the surface.  Learn to dive, kayak through the clear waters or simply unwind on the white sands before enjoying a sunset cocktail and dinner under the stars. Whether you get stuck into some water sports or simply relax in bliss, you’ll enjoy a perfect week of luxury in the Maldives.

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Days 8 - 11: Kuala Lumpur stopover

Discover Malaysia’s capital with our short Kuala Lumpur stopover. Get to know the city, from the shimmering Petronas Towers and silver skyscrapers to the colourful old colonial buildings. Venture  just outside of the city to the Batu Caves, one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside of India and home to multitudes of wild macaques! Back in the city, stroll through the night market in search of tasty street food or pack in some shopping in one of the many malls.

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Days 12 - 15: Brisbane city break

Relax in the sunny city of Brisbane, where you'll enjoy a four day city break. Stroll through the City Botanic Gardens, dine in some incredible restaurants and take a cruise along to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary where you can spot cuddly koalas, feed kangaroos and meet lots of other iconic Australian wildlife. 

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Days 15 - 18: Lady Elliot Island

Spend three nights enjoying the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, with a stay on Lady Elliot Island. Nestled in a protected 'green zone', this special island is home to over a thousand species of marine life, including manta rays and turtles. It's a perfect spot for snorkelling or diving, or to simply enjoy the daily glass bottom boat tours over the reef. When you're not underwater, you can soak up the natural beauty of this small island, strolling along the beaches and enjoying delicious antipasti platters for dinner as the sun sets into the ocean.

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Days 18 - 38: New Zealand by campervan

You have three weeks to explore New Zealand by campervan to explore the spectacular landscapes of New Zealand. Starting in the quaint city of Christchurch, you have the whole of the south island at your fingertips. You could head south through the breath-taking Fjordland National Park to see the quiet beauty of Doubtful Sound, the stunning Dart River in Glenorchy and the wind-swept beaches and glittering glaciers of the west coast. Further north you could visit Abel Tasman, New Zealand’s smallest but most visited national park, for beautiful bays, offshore islands and crystal waters or work your way around Marlborough’s famous wineries. If you take the east coast route you'll be able to cycle past Mount Cook, star gaze across the vast waters of Lake Tekapo and look for whales and dolphins in the wild bays around Kaikoura.

Hop on the ferry to Wellington and you can continue your journey up the North Island. Stop in at the quaint vineyards of Martinborough, exploring the art deco heritage of Napier and conquering the epic Tongariro Crossing across the volcanic north island. Enjoy a scenic cruise across Lake Taupo, watching bubbling pools and geysers in Rotorua before finishing in the peaceful bays and endless beaches of the Bay of Islands. You'll drop your camper in Auckland before catching your next flight! 

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Days 39 - 46: Taha'a & Bora Bora overwater bungalow break

Plan the luxury stay of your life with Taha'a & Bora Bora overwater bungalow stays! This 3-island break in French Polynesia stays in 2 different properties with overwater villas in Taha'a and Bora Bora so that you can experience luxurious, secluded surroundings in paradise. Arriving in Tahiti, you'll fly on to Ta’ha for your first overwater bungalow stay and a glimpse into traditional Tahitian life on this charming, vanilla-scented isle. Next, fly on to iconic Bora Bora for a stay in one of the most scenic and romantic island destinations in the world and your second overwater stay.

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Days 46 - 54: California's great outdoors

Get stuck into the outdoorsy life of Northern California with this USA road trip. Start in San Francisco where you’ll have time to soak up the best of the city before driving out to Napa Valley, one of the most famous wine regions in the country. Hop between sunlit vineyards and gourmet restaurants and then head to the mountains, where Lake Tahoe sits in the middle of the Sierra Nevada. After a day swimming and kayaking through the lake, drive from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park – hiking, climbing and looking out for wildlife that roams the hills. This trip is a great way to experience California at its best!

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Days 54 - 57: Explore New Orleans 

Stopover in a vibrant city with our 4 day New Orleans trip. Explore this eclectic city on foot – try some sugary beignets, a bowl of gumbo and a delicious po’boy sandwich whilst wandering through the pretty French Quarter. Take a boat through the bayou on the lookout for crocodiles, then find yourself some toe-tapping world-class jazz in a local bar. Disguise your fear as you uncover the secrets of New Orleans’ voodoo heritage and if you want to experience the city at its best and busiest then come for Mardi Gras, when parties and parades take over the city’s streets! 

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Days 57 - 63: East Canada by train 

This 7-day round-trip from Toronto packs in a selection of Canada’s top sites! Explore the metropolitan city of Toronto, take the perfect picture by the thundering falls at Niagara and witness the gothic architecture in the capital, Ottawa before enjoying a light show over the top of the parliament building, a perfect way to end your week long trip in Canada!

Your trip begins with a city tour of Toronto, followed by a full-day tour to Niagara Falls including a Niagara cruise and wine-tasting. Next, you’ll be whisked off to the Canadian capital Ottawa by train, business class of course! Here you can see the magnificent Gothic-styled Canadian parliament, take a river cruise to learn more about the city, and in the evening, witness the sound and light show over the parliament buildings. A whistle-stop tour of two Canadian cities in just a week!

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Day 64: Arrive UK