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South Africa
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The Very Best of South Africa
- 2-nights onboard the luxury Blue Train
- Go on safari in Kruger National Park
- Tour the scenic Panorama Route
At Distant Journeys, we offer an award-winning choice of holidays to exciting long-haul destinations – including Australia, New Zealand, India, Sri Lanka, Japan, China, Vietnam & Cambodia, Borneo, Canada & Alaska, South Africa, Kenya, USA, Canada & Alaska and Latin America. Our goal is simple – to create unforgettable experiences that you’ll cherish forever. Our classic escorted tours are a great way to travel and experience a country’s scenery, culture and sights with a group of like-minded people, guided by a friendly and knowledgeable Tour Manager and local guides or rangers who will bring the destination to life.
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Australia
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Essential Australia
- Sightseeing in Perth, Melbourne & Sydney
- Visit the Red Centre and Uluru
- Explore the Great Barrier Reef in Cairns
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Oct 2026 - Aug 2028
19 days
Prices from £5,995 Per person
- classic tours
Japan
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The Very Best of Japan from Tokyo to Osaka
- See magnificent Mount Fuji
- Explore Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima
- Watch a Maiko performance
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Vietnam, Cambodia
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The Very Best of Vietnam & Cambodia
- Four-night Mekong River cruise from Vietnam to Cambodia
- Two-night cruise around Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay
- Explore the temples of Angkor Wat
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- private tours
Sri Lanka
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The Very Best of Sri Lanka
- Explore the historic site of Sigiriya
- Visit Sri Lanka's tea plantations
- Safari in Yala National Park
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Australia
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The Very Best of Australia
- Full day excursion to the Great Barrier Reef
- Experience Uluru at sunset and sunrise
- Overnight on the Ghan to tropical Darwin
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Oct 2026 - Apr 2028
29 days
Prices from £8,795 Per person
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- private tours
India
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The Golden Triangle & Ranthambore
- Visit the iconic Taj Mahal at sunset
- Food and walking tour in Old Delhi
- Safari in Ranthambore National Park
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- private tours
India
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The Golden Triangle & Goa
- Visit the iconic Taj Mahal at sunset
- Safari in Ranthambore National Park
- Relaxing stay in Goa
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Australia, New Zealand
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Highlights of Australia & New Zealand
- Cruise spectacular Milford Sound
- Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef
- View Uluru at sunset
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Oct 2026 - Apr 2028
30 days
Prices from £7,995 Per person
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- private tours
India
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Grand Tour of India
- Ride the UNESCO Toy Train to Shimla
- Visit the Golden Temple of Amritsar
- Houseboat on Kerala's backwaters
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South Africa
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Spectacular South Africa
- Tour the Garden Route
- Stay in a private game reserve
- Five nights in spectacular Cape Town
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- rail tours
New Zealand
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New Zealand by Rail, Road & Sea
- Four scenic NZ rail journeys
- Cruise on Lake Wakatipu
- Winery lunch and tastings
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Oct 2026 - Apr 2028
27 days
Prices from £6,995 Per person
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Japan
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The Very Best of Japan from Osaka to Tokyo
- Explore Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto and Tokyo
- Discover Himeji Castle, Japan’s finest surviving feudal castle
- Visit Koraku-en and Kenroku-en, two of Japan’s top three gardens
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New Zealand
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The Very Best of New Zealand
- Cruise in the Bay of Islands
- Morning cruise on Milford Sound
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Oct 2026 - Apr 2028
28 days
Prices from £6,995 Per person
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- cruise tours
- private tours
Vietnam, Cambodia
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Classic Vietnam & Cambodia
- Meet local farmers and communities of the Mekong Delta
- Enjoy an overnight cruise on Lan Ha Bay
- Explore the intriguing Cu Chi Tunnels
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India
Spirit of India by Rail
- Visit the iconic Taj Mahal
- Go in search of tigers in Ranthambore National Park
- Journey to Shimla on the iconic Toy Train
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- private tours
Peru
The Very Best of Peru
- Stand in awe at the Inca 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu
- Sightseeing tours in Lima, Arequipa and Cusco
- Admire Inca agricultural ingenuity in the Sacred Valley
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- private tours
Costa Rica
The Very Best of Costa Rica
- Cruise the canals of Tortuguero National Park in search of wildlife
- Walk in the foothills of Arenal Volcano
- Traverse the hanging bridges of Arenal and Monteverde Cloud Forest
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Australia, New Zealand
New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & Christmas and New Year in Australia
- A magical New Year’s Eve dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour
- Cruise on Milford Sound
- Experience Uluru at sunset and sunrise
Homebound stopovers from £99 per person
Nov 2026
51 days
Prices from £13,495 Per person
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Canada
Spectacular Canadian Rockies
- Explore Athabasca glacier in the heart of the Rockies
- Cruise Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park
- Discover the coastal charm of Victoria and Vancouver
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South Africa
In Search of the Big Five
- Unforgettable stays at several private game reserves
- Open jeep game drives
- Dining under the stars
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South Africa, Namibia
Namibian Rail Safari
- Game drives in Etosha National Park
- Visit a cheetah conservation project
- Experience the red sand dunes of the Sossusvlei
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Peru, Chile, Argentina
The Very Best of South America
- See Rio de Janeiro’s iconic landmarks of Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Stand in awe at the Inca 'Lost City', Machu Picchu
- Sail the spectacular Andean Crossing between Chile and Argentina
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- private tours
India
Splendours of Kerala
- Explore enchanting Cochin
- Overnight on a traditional houseboat on Kerala's backwaters
- Discover the magnificent Meenakshi Temple
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- private tours
India
Indian Wildlife Adventure
- Blackbuck National Park safari
- Search for Bengal tigers in Pench National Park
- Visit a tribal village in Kanha
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- private tours
- cruise tours
China
The Very Best of China
- Explore The Great Wall
- Enjoy a three-night Yangtze River cruise
- Visit the Terracotta Warriors and Giant Pandas
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- private tours
China
Essential China
- Walking the Great Wall of China
- Exploring the Terracotta Warriors
- Seeing Giant Pandas up close in Chengdu
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China, Japan
Highlights of China & Japan
- Marvel at the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’An
- Greet deer in Nara Park
- Experience views of Mount Fuji
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- rail tours
Canada
Grand Canadian Rockies
- Admire the majestic landscapes of the Canadian Rockies at a leisurely pace
- Rail journey aboard the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer
- Stay at the spectacular Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
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- cruise tours
- private tours
Vietnam
The Very Best of Vietnam
- City sightseeing tours in Hanoi, Hoi An, Hue and Ho Chi Minh City
- Leisurely two-night cruise on Ha Long Bay
- Learn about the traditional arts of paper-making and silk-weaving
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- rail tours
- cruise tours
Canada, Alaska
Grand Canadian Rockies & Alaskan Cruise
- Explore the awe-inspiring natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies
- Experience unrivalled service and scenery on board Rocky Mountaineer
- Scenic seven-night cruise in Alaska
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Australia
Christmas & New Year in Australia
- Celebrate Christmas in Cairns
- Dinner cruise and Sydney's NYE fireworks
- Tour Australia's pristine Kangaroo Island
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Dec 2026 - Dec 2027
26 days
Prices from £10,295 Per person
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USA
Sights & Sounds of the Deep South
- Tour Elvis’s Graceland and Sun Studio in Memphis
- Explore the National Civil Rights Museum
- Step back in time to learn of the impact of slavery at the Whitney Plantation
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USA
America's Spectacular National Parks
- Discover the natural awe-inspiring beauty of eight US National Parks including, the Grand Canyon, and Yellowstone
- Sightseeing tours in Las Vegas and Salt Lake City
- View the incredible Horseshoe Bend, carved by the might of the Colorado River
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- private tours
Nepal, India
Wonders of India & Nepal
- Enjoy a sunrise boat ride on the sacred River Ganges in Varanasi
- Explore the ancient palaces and temples of Kathmandu
- Exhilarating safaris spotting wildlife in Chitwan National Park
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- private tours
Borneo
The Very Best of Borneo
- Visit Orangutan, Sun Bear and Proboscis Monkey sanctuaries
- Experience a three-night stay on the Kinabatangan River
- Explore a tribal longhouse
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South Africa
Spectacular South Africa including Rovos Rail
- Three day, all-inclusive on Rovos Rail
- Visit two private game reserves
- View Table Mountain and Cape of Good Hope
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Australia
Wonders of Australia
- Full day on the Great Barrier Reef
- Sydney Harbour lunch cruise
- Experience Uluru at sunset and sunrise
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Oct 2026 - Nov 2027
23 days
Prices from £6,695 Per person
- classic tours
Japan
Wonders of Japan
- Explore from Tokyo’s vibrant streets to Kyoto’s serene temples
- View the macaques (snow monkeys) at Jigokudani Monkey Park
- Spend the night in a traditional Ryokan
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New Zealand, Singapore
Spectacular New Zealand
- Cruise through Milford Sound
- Exploring Stewart Island
- Experience Rotorua’s Māori Culture & Geothermal Wonders
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Jan 2027 - Apr 2028
29 days
Prices from £6,995 Per person
- classic tours
- private tours
Kenya
The Very Best of Kenya
- Up to 14 game drives across Kenya's most famous National Parks
- Enjoy a Boat Safari on Lake Naivasha
- Visit a traditional Maasai village
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- private tours
Uzbekistan
The Very Best of Uzbekistan
- Discover Samarkand's iconic Registan Square - a celebrated Silk Road landmark
- Visit the historic Silk Road cities of Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent
- Enjoy a UNESCO-listed folklore performance in Tersak village
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Australia
Australia’s East Coast Jewels
- Two-night stay on K'gari (Fraser Island)
- Cruise the Whitsundays and visit Whitehaven Beach
- Wine tasting in Canberra
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Oct 2026 - Feb 2028
27 days
Prices from £7,995 Per person
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Australia
Treasures of Australia
- Full day excursion to the Great Barrier Reef
- Experience Uluru at sunrise and sunset
- Lunch cruise on Sydney harbour
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Oct 2026 - Jan 2028
29 days
Prices from £7,795 Per person
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New Zealand
Essential New Zealand
- Milford Sound cruise
- Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Stay three nights in Queenstown
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Nov 2026 - Mar 2028
25 days
Prices from £5,995 Per person
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- private tours
India
The Very Best of Southern India
- Visit magnificent Mysore Palace
- Overnight on a traditional houseboat on Kerala's backwaters
- Ride the enchanting Ooty Toy Train to Coonoor
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- private tours
Bhutan, India, Nepal
A Journey Through the Himalayas
- Explore the ancient palaces and temples of Kathmandu
- Witness the gravity-defying Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Paro
- Watch the sunrise over the Himalayas
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- private tours
Sri Lanka
Wild Sri Lanka
- Experience the natural beauty of Sri Lanka’s national parks
- Ride the scenic train through the hill country
- Visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge
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South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique
African Rail Adventure
- 11-nights all-inclusive on Rovos Rail
- Visit 4 countries in Southern Africa
- Numerous safaris in search of the Big Five
- classic tours
- rail tours
South Africa
South African Rail Discovery
- Sightseeing tour in Durban
- Game drives in Kruger National Park, Hluhluwe-Imfolozi National Park, Spionkop Game Reserve and Addo Game Reserve
- 12-nights on board Rovos Rail
- classic tours
- cruise tours
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Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands
Jewels of Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands
- Discover Mindo Cloud Forest
- Explore the charming Andean city of Otavalo
- See the iconic wildlife of the Galapagos Islands
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- rail tours
South Africa, Tanzania, Botswana
Grand African Rail Journey
- Game drives in Madikwe Game Reserve
- Sightseeing tours in Victoria Falls, Makambako and Pretoria
- Sunset River Cruise at Victoria Falls
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Peru, Argentina, Brazil
Highlights of South America
- Stand in awe at the Inca 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu
- See Rio de Janeiro’s iconic landmarks of Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Witness the magnificent Iguazú Falls
- classic tours
- private tours
Sri Lanka
Classic Sri Lanka
- Scenic train journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
- Learn of Sri Lanka’s tea industry
- Safari in Udawalawe National Park
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- cruise tours
Egypt
Classic Egypt
- Seven-night round-trip cruise on the Nile River from Luxor
- Stand before the Pyramids and the Great Sphinx of Giza
- Step inside the Valley of the Kings & Queens
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- cruise tours
Egypt
The Very Best of Egypt
- Sightseeing tours of Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Abu Simbel and Aswan
- Four-night all-suite cruise
- Extended time in Abu Simbel & it’s ancient temples
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Canada
The Very Best of Eastern Canada
- Sightseeing tours of Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa, Toronto and Kingston
- Embrace the nature of Algonquin Provincial Park
- Enjoy the thrilling 'Voyage to the Falls' boat ride at Niagara Falls
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USA
The Very Best of California
- View the granite cliffs of Yosemite National Park
- Explore Huntington Gardens with its collection of themed gardens
- Travel on the Pacific Surfliner train from Los Angeles to San Diego
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- cruise tours
Canada, Alaska
Spectacular Canadian Rockies & Alaskan Cruise
- Stay in Banff and Jasper in the heart of the Rockies
- Explore the alpine charm of Whistler
- Witness the spellbinding beauty of Glacier Bay National Park
- classic tours
- rail tours
Australia, New Zealand
New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & The Very Best of Australia
- Three scenic NZ rail journeys
- Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Full day on the Great Barrier Reef
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Jan 2027 - Feb 2028
53 days
Prices from £13,495 Per person
- classic tours
- rail tours
Australia, New Zealand
The Very Best of New Zealand & The Very Best of Australia
- Sydney Harbour lunch cruise
- All-inclusive overnight on The Ghan
- Cruise on Milford Sound
Homebound stopovers from £29 per person
Oct 2026 - Feb 2028
56 days
Prices from £13,695 Per person
- classic tours
- cruise tours
- rail tours
Canada, Alaska
The Very Best of Eastern Canada and Grand Canadian Rockies & Alaskan Cruise
- Enjoy the thrilling 'Voyage to the Falls' boat ride at Niagara Falls
- Sightseeing tours in Banff, Victoria and Vancouver
- Cruise Alaska’s scenic Inside Passage, including visits to Tracy Arm Inlet and Glacier Bay
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