Read more about the article Chatham Islands Tour Jan26

Chatham Islands Tour Jan26

Chatham Island is New Zealand’s easternmost outpost, the first permanently inhabited place in the world to welcome the new day. The isolation of the Chathams has created a unique island lifestyle and society, and many locals descend from Moriori genealogy. Spend your time exploring the sights of Chatham Island with a group of fellow travellers, through unforgettable activities – from scenic reserves and dramatic coastal landscapes to historic sites that tell the stories of generations past. At various points throughout the tour, you’ll be joined by local guides who share their insight into the island’s rich history, culture, and landscapes. Discover the rich Moriori history and culture during your stay, along with the Māori and European history. The remote location of Chatham Island means there is endemic flora and fauna, found nowhere else in the world.

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Read more about the article War Birds of Wanaka 2026

War Birds of Wanaka 2026

Experience the thrill of Warbirds over Wānaka, one of the Southern Hemisphere’s largest airshows, set against the stunning backdrop of Wānaka’s alpine mountains. Join us over Easter weekend 2026 for an unforgettable aviation experience at Warbirds over Wānaka, featuring more than 80 aircraft, including iconic warbirds, sleek jets, helicopters, and thrilling aerobatic displays. With your exclusive Gold Pass, enjoy prime grandstand seating, access to the Gold Pass marquee for food and drinks, and a welcome bag with airshow merchandise and a programme. The event features WWII aircraft alongside modern planes from the Royal New Zealand, Australian, and United States Air Forces. The tour begins in Queenstown, our base for the next few days, with an orientation tour of this picturesque resort town. Over the next two days, spend time in Wānaka for the Warbirds over Wānaka Airshow, where you’ll experience exciting aerial displays and fascinating ground exhibits. The tour finishes with a day of leisure in Queenstown, with optional tours like scenic cruises and jet boating available at your choosing (own cost). This tour promises unforgettable aviation action and the stunning beauty of the South Island.

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Read more about the article Bordeaux Wine River Cruise

Bordeaux Wine River Cruise

An Escorted Seven night round-trip river cruise from Bordeaux to Libourne, Blaye, Bourge, Cossac-Fort Medoc and Cadillac, departing 11 April 2026. Will visit Chateau de Rayne Vigneau. Attend a Wine Festival in Bourg, sample Grand Classe wines and experience the wonderful world of viticulture at the immersive Cite du Vin museum at Bordeaux. From romantic walks to red wine. Bordeaux is the cultural capital of all that is quintessentially French. Tour centuries-old vineyards and taste Bordeaux’s finest vintages, visit historic Roquetaillade Castle and Chateau Boutinet. Then, contrast their grandeur with the pastoral gemsincluding the historica village of Saint-Emilion and the seaside resort of Soulac-sur-Mer. Explore the cobblestone streets of Bordeaux and the rolling hills of the French countryside by foot or by bicycle, exploring southern France according to your tastes.

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