Australasia

Comprising Australia, New Zealand and New Guinea, Australasia’s natural spaces rank amongst the most beautiful in the world, from towering fjords and arid outback stretches to serene lagoons and idyllic beachfront stretches.  

New Zealand, combines historic Māori sites, lively coastal centres and breath-taking natural landscapes in a truly remarkable way. With memorable and unique experiences in abundance across its twin North and South islands, there’s something to suit all tastes in the ‘Land of the Long White Cloud’, and an escorted tour is the perfect way to make the most of your escape. Soak up the views from Auckland’s famed Sky Tower, immerse yourself in Māori culture with a traditional haka, and take in some of Hollywood’s most recognisable film sets on North Island or cross the Cook Strait for South Island’s majestic landscapes. Whether you’re cruising Milford Sound’s imposing fjordic waterways, soaring above Mount Cook’s glacial peaks, or delving underground into the luminous Te Anau Caves, New Zealand’s enchanting southern wonders simply must be seen to be believed.  

Australia, the largest landmass in the region, is a stellar choice for a more modern travel experience with its iconic west coast centres and vast desert stretches. From engaging excursions to indigenous communities and unmissable safari escapes to tours of its bustling city centres, the ‘Land Down Under’ promises a treasure trove of wish-list experiences to enjoy. Unwind on the popular sandy beaches of the Gold Coast, venture into the Northern Territories for an authentic taste of Aboriginal Australian customs, and head to the Eyre Peninsula for a safari like no other.  

Australasia’s third and final island nation New Guinea, bordered by Indonesia, is the most northerly of these exquisite islands and is every bit as picturesque as nearby Bali, with lush rolling hills and pristine turquoise waters. Split into the Indonesian western half and Papua New Guinea in the east, this tropical island is a haven for wildlife and boasts a broad range of cultural highlights to entice even the most tentative holidaymaker. Embrace time-honoured Melanesian traditions in Olatau, discover the welcoming national capital, Port Moresby, and marvel at the volcanic peaks, dramatic waterfalls and colourful reefs of the country’s memorable wild spaces.