Days 2-4 Beijing
Arrive in the exciting city of Beijing and explore its history. Visit Tiananmen Square and walk through The Gate of Supreme Harmony that leads to the magnificent Forbidden City. On day 3, head north and see the iconic Great Wall that stretches across the country.

Days 5-6 Beijing to Xian
Wander around the Muslim quarter and in the evening enjoy a Tang Dynasty dancing show. The next day take in the vast number of life-sized and intricately carved Terracotta Warriors, built to accompany and defend Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife.

Day 7 Xian to Yangtze River Cruise
Fly to Yichang where you’ll board your cruise ship and spend the next four nights travelling down the Yangtze River, one of the world’s great waterways.

Days 8-10 Yangtze River Cruise
While cruising down the Yangtze River, take in the beautiful setting of the forest filled mountains and dramatic gorges. See the Three Gorges Dam before visiting the Jade Mountain Scenic Area that features a 100 foot statue depicting The Jade Emperor.

Day 11 Yangtze River Cruise to Guilin
Disembark your cruise at Chongqing and visit The Panda House where you can see these magnificent animals feeding on bamboo and playing together before taking a high speed bullet train to Guilin.

Day 12 Guilin to Yangshuo
Relax on a picturesque cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo, known for its breathtaking landscapes. Perhaps visit the local markets to get an insight into life in this small rural town.

Day 13 Yangshuo to Guilin
Explore the countryside in the morning before heading back to Guilin. On the way visit, Reed Flute Caves with its mesmerising grotto of multi-coloured stalactites and stalagmites.

Day 14 Guilin to Shanghai
In the morning, visit the Sun and Moon Pagodas, before taking a flight to the dynamic city of Shanghai. Enjoy an evening river cruise that will highlight both the historical and modern sides of this city that are separated by the Huangpu River.

Day 15 Shanghai
Spend the day exploring the city, visiting the tranquil Yu Gardens, strolling around the Bund, formally considered Shanghai’s ‘Wall Street’ and learning about one of China’s most luxurious exports at the Silk Factory.

Day 16-17 Fly home

Days 3-4 Cape Town
Join your new friends in exploring the Cape Peninsula. Drive along Chapman’s Peak to the rugged Cape Point then visit the playful penguins of Boulders Beach or perhaps join an optional afternoon tour of Cape Town's oldest township.

Day 5 Cape Town to Oudtshoorn
Today we travel along the scenic Route 62, one of the longest wine routes in the world. We'll stop off along the way for a wine tasting before arriving into Oudtshoorn.

Day 6 Oudtshoorn to Knysna
Stop by the impressive Cango Caves, where you’ll descend into an underground world of limestone caverns, stalactites and stalagmites sculptured by nature over millions of years. Next head to Knysna, a pretty town at the heart of the Garden Route.

Day 7 Knysna
Explore the town’s boutique shops with your travelling companions, or maybe take in the views from the heads – the two huge cliffs sitting at the mouth of the lagoon. Alternatively, you could join our optional excursion to Featherbed Nature Reserve.

Day 8 Knysna to Johannesburg
Continue along the spectacular Garden Route stopping at Storms River Mouth in Tsitsikamma National Park, where you can walk across the suspension bridge high above the water as it flows into the ocean.

Day 9 Johannesburg to Kruger National Park
Travel along the stunning Panorama Route viewing some of South Africa’s most treasured natural wonders, including God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Blyde River Canyon.

Days 10-11 Kruger National Park
Embark on a thrilling full-day game drive where the park is home to an enthralling array of wildlife. Tomorrow, after more optional game drives, if the weather is on our side, we'll get to know one of South Africa's oldest traditions for dinner - the Boma.

Day 12 Kruger National Park to Johannesburg
After a leisurely start to the day, you’re free to explore more of your surroundings before the return to Johannesburg.

Days 13-14 Fly to the UK
Enjoy a day at leisure before your overnight flight back to the UK, arriving on day 14.

Day 2 Osaka
Arrive in the bustling city of Osaka and transfer to your hotel.

Day 3 Osaka
This morning explore Nara, Japan’s historic capital, before returning to Osaka to visit the impressive Osaka Castle. Finish the evening cruising along the Yodogawa River.

Days 4-5 Osaka to Hiroshima
Journey to Hiroshima, stopping at the magnificent 17th Century Himeji Castle. The following day reflect on the city’s history at the Peace Memorial Museum and Park, before taking the ferry to the island of Miyajima to see the Itsukushima Shrine.

Days 6-7 Hiroshima to Kyoto
Visit Ryoanji Temple, home to a spectacular zen garden and Kinkakuji Temple, also known as ‘Golden Pavilion’. Participate in a traditional tea ceremony and visit the renowned Fushimi Inari shrine, famous for its 10,000 vermilion torii gates.

Day 8 Kyoto to Kanazawa
Travel by bus to the picturesque town of Kanazawa. Wander through the serene garden of Kenroku-en, before viewing the marvellous art collection of the Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.

Day 9 Kanazawa to Takayama
Visit a historic Japanese home before continuing to Gokayama for a washi (Japanese paper) making course. Later, explore the 300-year-old Gassho-style Wada House and travel to Takayama.

Day 10 Takayama
Discover the rich culture and history of this charming town with a visit to the Miyagawa morning market. Browse local handicrafts and fresh produce and explore the narrow streets, lined with beautifully preserved inns, tea houses and shops.

Days 11-12 Takayama to Nagano
Journey to Matsumoto and its formidable 16th Century castle. Later, learn about Japanese spices at a wasabi farm and miso house before arriving in Nagano. On day 12 witness snow monkeys play in a hot spring pool at the Jigokudani Monkey Park.

Day 13 Nagano to Mishima
This morning, travel to the Fuji Five Lakes area, you’ll ascend to the fifth station for magnificent views before visiting the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum to view the elaborate dyed silk creations of artist Kubota Itchiku.

Day 14 Mishima to Tokyo
Drift along the peaceful waters of Lake Ashinoko before soaring high over the hilltops on the Hakone Ropeway. Discover the dramatic natural hotsprings of Mount Hakone before arriving in dynamic Tokyo.

Days 15-16 Tokyo
Spend two days exploring Japan’s diverse capital. Visit the Imperial Palace East Garden, Meiji Shrine and the famous Shibuya Crossing. Head to the vibrant Asakusa district and Sensoji, Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple.

Days 17-18 Fly home
Your tour comes to an end after breakfast before transferring to the airport for your onward journey.

Days 3-4 Auckland to Bay of Islands
Start your journey with a city tour of Auckland before travelling to the Kauri Museum for an informative talk. Continue to the Bay of Islands, visiting the Waitangi Treaty Grounds to learn about the historic treaty signed here.

Day 5 Bay of Island to Auckland
This morning, explore the scenic beauty of the Bay of Islands aboard a luxury catamaran, before travelling back to Auckland.

Day 6 Auckland to Rotorua
Travel on a beautifully restored steam train, the Glenbrook Vintage Railway. Enjoy morning tea at the station before continuing to the National Kiwi Hatchery in Rotorua.

Day 7 Rotorua
Ride the Skyline Gondola this morning and enjoy breakfast with spectacular views. The afternoon is free to explore this geothermal wonderland and enjoy a thrilling Māori cultural performance and Hāngī feast this evening.

Days 8-9 Rotorua to Wellington
Continue south via spectacular Huka Falls, scenic Lake Taupō and rugged Tongariro National Park en route to Wellington. Visit Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum and embark on a city tour.

Days 10-11 Wellington to Christchurch
Cross the Cook Strait through the Marlborough Sounds to Picton. Board the Coastal Pacific for a spectacular rail journey. Tour the International Antarctic Centre and enjoy a city tour followed by the Christchurch Tram.

Day 12 Christchurch to Fox Glacier
Board the TranzAlpine. Travel in style through breathtaking gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass. Transfer by luxury coach to Fox Glacier where free time allows for an optional scenic flight over the glaciers.

Days 13-14 Fox Glacier to Queenstown
Travel south to Queenstown where you are free to explore. In the evening, board the vintage TSS Earnslaw steamship and cruise Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station for a barbecue dinner.

Day 15 Queenstown to Doubtful Sound
Today is a real highlight as you board the Fiordland Navigator for an amazing overnight cruise on the pristine waters of Doubtful Sound.

Days 16-17 Doubtful Sound to Dunedin
Sail to Deep Cove and re-join your luxury coach to Te Anau for an afternoon at leisure. Head to Dunedin, famous for its stunning Edwardian and Victorian architecture dating back to the gold rush of the 1800s.

Day 18 Dunedin
Drive along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle for a guided tour of this historic landmark. Enjoy an Ultimate High Tea in the Grand Ballroom before returning to Dunedin for some free time.

Days 19-20 Dunedin to Christchurch
Travel north to Pleasant Point Museum & Railway to explore the preserved heritage of the South Canterbury railway. After breakfast on day 20, transfer to the airport for your onward travels after a memorable holiday.