Signature Journeys

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These Signature Journeys are for travelers who want to go deeper, who'd rather understand a place than just see it. Whether you're drawn to the golden-age glamour of luxury train travel, the intimate energy of a small-group adventure, or the quiet ease of a private river cruise, these experiences are designed to connect you with the heart of a destination. From the Scottish Highlands to Morocco's souks to the canals of Champagne, these are the trips that stick with you long after you've returned home.

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Christmas in Lapland

Finland to Sweden, in Search of the Northern Lights

8 days | From $14,995 USD | 18 guests

Sleigh rides, meetings with Santa, and skies that glow with the aurora borealis, Lapland in December delivers Christmas magic, without exaggeration.

This journey moves from cosmopolitan Helsinki through medieval Porvoo before crossing into the heart of Finnish Lapland at Rovaniemi, where days bring your choice of ice fishing, snowshoeing, or a polar plunge, a reindeer sleigh ride through the forest, and an Arctic snowmobile safari ending at a remote log cabin for gingerbread and folklore by the fire. A visit to a family farm rooted in the region since 1860 offers a real taste of frontier life, before the journey crosses into Swedish Lapland for a hands-on introduction to Sami crafts. The trip closes in Stockholm, with the Skansen open-air museum, its Christmas market, and a farewell dinner to mark the end of the adventure.

Highlights

  • Explore medieval Porvoo and tour the home of Finland's national poet, Johan Ludvig Runeberg

  • Choose your own adventure in Rovaniemi: ice fishing, snowshoeing, or a polar plunge

  • Reindeer sleigh ride and an Arctic snowmobile safari to a remote log chalet for gingerbread and storytelling

  • Visit a family farm with generations of history in rural Lapland

  • Try traditional Sami crafts fireside in Swedish Lapland

  • Tour Stockholm's Skansen open-air museum and Christmas market

Multiple departure dates available, inquire for full availability and pricing.

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Adventures are always better with thoughtful design and exceptional access. These journeys open doors to extraordinary experiences, balancing insider perspectives with time for personal discovery. Explore a curated selection designed to inspire, delight, and immerse.

Europe: Art, Heritage & Culinary Delights

Matera Italy a city built on a hillside at sunset, with numerous stone buildings illuminated by warm yellow lights, a tall clock tower, and rugged terrain with a deep valley and sparse vegetation in the distance.

Southern Italy: Sicily, Puglia & the Amalfi Coast

12 days | Sicily, Puglia, Amalfi Coast

Savour the sunlit charm of southern Italy, from ancient ruins in Sicily to the cliffs of Amalfi. Along the way, taste regional specialties, wander Matera’s stone-carved streets, and enjoy private moments usually reserved for insiders.

  • From $14,495 per person | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • Explore Sicily’s extraordinary Greek and Roman sites and the hill-carved city of Matera

    • Taste fresh buffalo mozzarella and olive oil at local producers

    • Enjoy an exclusive private tour of Palazzo Francavilla in Palermo

    • Drive the stunning Amalfi Coast Road and visit the lemon orchards of Sorrento

    • Learn the history of the Sicilian Mafia in Corleone

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Italian Treasures: Rome, Florence & Venice

8 days | Rome, Florence, Venice

Discover Italy’s cultural heart in three timeless cities. Skip the crowds at the Vatican, marvel at Michelangelo’s David, and enjoy exclusive access to restoration projects, fine dining, and intimate encounters with history and art.

  • From $12,495 per person | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • Visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel early, before public hours

    • Join an art specialist to explore Florence’s masterpieces, including Michelangelo’s David

    • Savour farm-to-table cuisine, wine tasting in Tuscany, and hands-on pizza-making in Rome

    • Gain exclusive access to a historic restoration project in Florence

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Royal Scotsman, A Belmond Train: Whisky & Highland Flavours

4 nights | Scottish Highlands

Bagpipes at Waverley Station. Whisky in hand as the Highlands unfold. This journey pairs distillery tours with a gala dinner onboard by Michelin-starred chef Lorna McNee, guided hikes with a food anthropologist, and wine tastings along Scotland's coast.

  • From £9,100 per person | Luxury sleeper train

    • Four nights aboard a luxury sleeper train with private cabin and 24-hour service

    • All meals and beverages including whisky and wine

    • Gala dinner prepared onboard by Michelin-starred chef Lorna McNee

    • Distillery visits, whisky pairings, and coastal boat trips

    • Guided foraging and Highland experiences with local food experts

    Other itineraries available for whisky lovers, castle explorers, and wildlife enthusiasts

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Coquelicot, A Belmond Boat: Private Champagne Cruise

6 nights | Champagne Region, France

Charter your own floating villa through France's Champagne region—the kind of journey reserved for milestone celebrations. Six guests, three luxurious cabins, a private chef, and exclusive access to legendary champagne houses including Ruinart and Dom Pérignon's Hautvillers. Days unfold with tastings, market visits, and meals prepared onboard while vineyards drift past your window. This is how you mark the moments that matter.

  • Private charter for up to 6 guests | Inquire for availability and pricing

    • Six-night private charter aboard Coquelicot through the Champagne region

    • Three luxurious cabins with en-suite facilities and 24-hour crew service

    • Private chef preparing all meals with fully stocked bar curated to your taste

    • Exclusive tastings at Ruinart, Veuve Clicquot, Dom Pérignon, and Leclerc Briant

    • Private vehicle for guided exploration, market visits, and cathedral tours in Reims

Entrance to Trinity College in Dublin, an old stone building with columns, large windows, and a clock on top, viewed from the front gate at sunset.

Ireland: Legends of the Emerald Isle

10 days | Dublin, Kilkenny, Ring of Kerry, County Clare

From Dublin's literary heart to the wild Atlantic coast, Ireland unfolds in shades of green, stone, and story. Walk Trinity College's hallowed grounds, learn hurling in a country pub, and stand atop the Cliffs of Moher with the wind in your face—all while staying in everything from a contemporary Dublin retreat to a centuries-old castle—each chosen for its sense of place.

  • From $9,495 per person | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • View the illuminated Book of Kells on a private tour of Trinity College

    • Learn the ancient sport of hurling in a traditional County Kilkenny pub

    • Experience authentic farm life with a local family over lunch

    • Drive the Ring of Kerry, taking in dramatic landscapes and traditional crafts

    • Taste fresh oysters while gazing from the soaring Cliffs of Moher

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Croatia: Treasures of the Dalmatian Coast

10 days | Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik


Discover where turquoise waters meet medieval stone—Croatia's Dalmatian coast is all limestone ramparts, Roman ruins, and sun-soaked island charm. Stroll Split's daily market, taste wine at a family vineyard on Hvar, and sail into Dubrovnik from the water, the way it was meant to be seen, while staying in elegant hotels where history and the Adriatic meet at your doorstep.

  • From $8,995 per person | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • Walk through Diocletian's Palace and Split's vibrant daily market

    • Sample local wines and delicacies at a family-owned winery on Hvar

    • Taste fresh Ston oysters in a charming Dalmatian fishing town

    • Explore Dubrovnik's medieval walls and view the walled city by private boat

    • Experience the blend of Roman history and coastal Mediterranean life

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Africa: Wild Encounters & Timeless Traditions

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Kenya & Tanzania: A Great Migration Safari Adventure

10 days | Serengeti, Maasai Mara, Laikipia Plateau

Witness the Great Migration on a journey through East Africa’s legendary wilderness. By day, track the Big Five with expert guides; by night, retreat to luxurious tented camps that bring safari romance to life.

  • From $18,795 per person | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • Experience the Great Migration in the Serengeti and Maasai Mara

    • Stay in luxurious, modern tented camps with Hemingway-style charm

    • Enjoy game drives with expert safari guides and unobstructed vehicle views

    • Visit a Maasai village and local school supported by philanthropy projects

    • Discover the rare wildlife of Laikipia Plateau, including the Big Five

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Splendours of Morocco

12 days | Fez, Marrakech, Atlas Mountains, Sahara Desert

From the maze-like alleys of Fez to the golden silence of the Sahara, Morocco is a feast for the senses. Share meals with locals, wander Roman ruins, and sleep beneath desert stars in an unforgettable private camp.

  • From $11,995 per person | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • Travel by 4x4 and camelback into the Sahara for an unforgettable overnight desert camp experience

    • Walk the winding alleyways of Fez el-Bali and browse its colourful souks

    • Share dinner and conversation with a Moroccan professor to explore the role of women in modern Morocco

    • Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, with its stunning mosaics

    • Experience the sights, sounds, and scents of Marrakech’s UNESCO-listed medina

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Petra, the Pyramids and a Nile Yacht Cruise

13 days | Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra, Cairo, Luxor

Learn the secrets of Wadi Rum’s Valley of the Moon and Petra’s iconic Treasury, sail the Upper Nile from Luxor to Aswan aboard a bespoke dahabeah, pausing to take in ancient sites along the way and returning to Cairo for the Great Pyramids of Giza.

  • From $18,995 per person | Small-group departure (max 12 guests)

    • Explore the Dead Sea, Petra, Mount Nebo, and Madaba from Amman

    • Traverse Wadi Rum — the “Valley of the Moon” — where Lawrence of Arabia once lived

    • Fly to Luxor and board a luxury dahabiya for a four night cruise along the Nile

    • Visit Karnak, Luxor, and the Valley of the Kings

    • Fly to Abu Simbel and discover the twin temples of Ramses II and his wife, Queen Nefertari

    • In Cairo, explore the marvels of the Giza Plateau

    • Stay in hand-selected luxury hotels and a custom dahabeah (traditional sailing boat)

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Asia: Contrasts & Cultural Depth

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Vietnam: Cultural and Culinary Adventure

8 days | Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta

Discover Vietnam where bustling energy meets tranquil moments, and the food alone makes the journey worthwhile. From Hanoi's traditional charm to Ho Chi Minh City's modern pulse, you'll taste your way through regional flavours while connecting with the people who create them.

  • From $6,995 per person | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • Experience the contrast between traditional Hanoi and dynamic Ho Chi Minh City

    • Cruise overnight through Ha Long Bay's dramatic karst landscapes

    • Dine at Michelin-starred restaurants

    • Ride pillion on a Vespa through Ho Chi Minh City's hidden food spots

    • Meet Mekong Delta farmers whose crops shape Vietnam's diverse culinary landscape

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Classic Japan

11 days | Tokyo, Hakone, Osaka, Kyoto

Japan is a study in contrasts—neon skylines and centuries-old shrines, avant-garde design and timeless rituals. In Tokyo, feel the city’s restless energy as you beat a taiko drum and wander bustling markets. Slow your pace in Kyoto, where tea ceremonies, geisha traditions, and temple gardens reveal a quieter rhythm. Stay at one of Japan’s most exclusive ryokans, witness the spectacle of sumo, and speed by bullet train past Mount Fuji’s snow-dusted peak.

  • From $14,995 per person | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • Time your journey for spring’s fleeting sakura blossoms or autumn’s fiery foliage

    • Learn the art of taiko drumming and explore Tokyo’s famous seafood market

    • Experience the refined hospitality of Gôra Kadan, a ryokan accessible only with small-group access

    • Travel by bullet train to Osaka and explore the vibrant Dotonbori district

    • Take part in a traditional tea ceremony, witness a sumo demonstration, and enjoy a private geisha dinner in Kyoto

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Cruising the Mekong & Angkor Wat

13 days | Bangkok, Siem Reap, Mekong River, Ho Chi Minh City

The Mekong is more than a river—it’s the lifeblood of Southeast Asia. Begin in Bangkok, where golden temples rise beside neon-lit streets, before flying to Siem Reap for two full days among the wonders of Angkor, including the unforgettable sunrise over Angkor Wat. Board the 24-guest Mekong Princess, a boutique riverboat, before concluding in Ho Chi Minh City, where modern dynamism meets layered history.

  • From $10,795 per person (including internal flights) | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • Spend nearly two days immersed in the temples of Angkor with expert local guides

    • Cruise for seven nights aboard the Mekong Princess, a luxurious, all-suite vessel able to reach ports off the main tourist path

    • Connect with villagers, families, and monks for authentic insight into river life and culture

    • Sail directly into the heart of old Saigon and choose from a variety of cultural and culinary explorations

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South America: Landscapes & Living History

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Andean Explorer, A Belmond Train: Peruvian Highlands

2 nights | Cusco – Puno – Arequipa

South America's first luxury sleeper train takes you from Cusco—the ancient Inca capital—across the highest plains of the Andes to the serene beauty of Lake Titicaca, ending in Arequipa's colonial grandeur. Off the train, you'll explore pre-Incan cave art at Sumbay and the textile traditions of Taquile Island. Back on board, settle into your cabin with panoramic windows, Peruvian cuisine that goes beyond ceviche, and a spa car for when the altitude calls for relaxation. This is slow travel at its finest—watching the landscape shift from sun-baked plateaus to mirror-still lakes as you climb toward 14,000 feet.

  • From USD 6,213 per cabin | Luxury sleeper train

    • Travel one of the world's highest railway routes through the Peruvian Andes

    • Explore Lake Titicaca and the floating Uros Islands

    • Visit Raqch'i ruins and Sumbay Caves' ancient rock art

    • Experience elevated Peruvian cuisine and onboard spa treatments

    Multiple route options available (1-2 night journeys between Cusco, Puno, and Arequipa)

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South American Adventure: Chile, Argentina & Brazil

14 days | Wine Country, Iguazu Falls & Carnival

Three countries, one unforgettable journey through South America's most compelling contrasts. Start in Chile's Casablanca Valley, where you'll blend your own wine at a private estate. Continue to Argentina's Mendoza winelands for a cooking class among the vines, then on to Buenos Aires for a tango show at the legendary Rojo Tango. Stand at the edge of Iguazu Falls—experiencing both the Brazilian and Argentinian perspectives—before ending in Rio, where you'll go backstage at a Carnival samba school to see how those iconic floats and costumes come to life. This is South America beyond the postcard: wine, waterfalls, and the rhythm of cultures that know how to celebrate.

  • From $14,195 per person | Small group journey

    • Blend your own wine in Mendoza's wine country and explore Chile's Casablanca Valley

    • Experience Iguazu Falls from both Brazilian and Argentinian vantage points

    • Go backstage at Rio's Carnival to see costume and float creation

    • Private tango performance at Buenos Aires' renowned Rojo Tango

    • Guided exploration of Valparaiso's UNESCO historic quarter

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Patagonia: The Last Wilderness

10 days | Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, Torres del Paine National Park, Santiago de Chile

Explore a vast frontier of mountains, glaciers, fjords, forests, grasslands and lakes while staying in the region’s finest hotels, eco-lodges and resorts. View Perito Moreno Glacier up close, go horseback riding in Puerto Natales, cruise the Beagle Channel, and spot condors in Torres del Paine National Park. This adventure is as active or relaxing as you like.

  • From $14,695 per person (double occupancy) | Small-group departure (max 18 guests)

    • Begin your journey in vibrant Buenos Aires

    • Explore the jagged peaks, pristine forests and turquoise lakes of Torres del Paine National Park

    • In Ushuaia, sail through the Beagle Channel in search of Magellanic penguins

    • Hike the Patagonian forest, sail Argentino Lake and explore Perito Moreno Glacier

    • Cap off your adventure with a day of exploration and an elegant night’s stay in Santiago

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