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Multi-active journeys to suit your travel style

Discover more ways to connect with our natural landscapes while travelling, and embrace those passions that 'light you up' with our favourite multi-active journey combinations.

By Walk into Luxury

NZ journey, Mountain Biking and Activities at The Lindis

Multi-active journeys typically feature active pursuits like hiking, cycling and kayaking, but the possibilities go beyond these classics. We hope our guide to multi-active and wellness journeys helps you discover more ways to connect with our natural landscapes and embrace those passions that 'light you up' while traveling.

Main image: Mountain biking at the Lindis on a multi-active South Island journey

Walk + Rail

Traverse vast and varied natural landscapes on a combined walk and rail journey that blends picturesque hiking trails with luxury lodging and an iconic train experience.

Our top pick

  • 5 Day Uluru, Kings Canyon & The Ghan - The Ghan is as iconic as rail journeys come, and is a fitting end to this luxury outback journey featuring Longitude 131, hiking at Uluru and Kings Canyon and a Nitmiluk Gorge Cruise. This is the ultimate Northern Territory journey taking you from the Red Centre to the Top End.
The Ghan Rail Journey
  • In Japan, 4 Day Nikko Luxury Walk with Spacia X - Four days in the pristine mountain landscape of Nikko commences with one of Japan's newest luxury rail journeys onboard Spacia X with cockpit lounge seating.
  • In Australia, add the Indian Pacific rail journey to your West Coast adventure - Combine the Indian Pacific with the Cape to Cape Walk in Margaret River and Ningaloo on a luxury West Coast Journey.
  • In New Zealand, Tranzalpine Rail Crossing - This scenic New Zealand rail journey is completed in a day and can be combined with a journey to Christchurch, Kaikoura, Franz Josef or Arthur’s Crossing.

    Walk + Cruise

    Explore by land and water on a combined walk and cruise itinerary that takes you further into our remote landscapes. Discover ancient gorges, vast glaciers and pristine fiords on these recommended journeys.

    Our top pick

    Scenic Eclipse Antarctica

    Walk + Kayak

    Combine day hikes on world-class walking trails with a peaceful moment paddling through pristine waterways on a walk-and-kayak adventure.

    Our top pick

    All Saints Lake, Chile Lakes District
    • Kayak the calm turquoise waters around Coral Bay on your Ningaloo Coast sailing adventure onboard Shore Thing. Add a few days at Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef to complete your multi-active adventure, with the option to hike and kayak the ancient landscape of Yardi Creek and trek at Mandu Mandu Gorge.
    • Abel Tasman Coastal Trail - Flexible walking and kayaking itineraries are what the Abel Tasman Coast is known for, with the option to hike or kayak - or take a water taxi - on the different sections of this trail.
    • 5 Day Chiloe Island Active Luxury Journey - Discover the Chiloe Island's archipelago of traditional villages by kayak, and hike the Island's coastal trails on this mixed active luxury private tour.

    Walk + Glamp

    Elevate your next walk by glamping under the stars at the day's end on one of these luxe glamping adventures.

    Our top pick

    • 4 Day Mary River Wetlands & Kakadu - Discover the Kakadu and the Northern Territory's Mary River on foot and by airboat while glamping at Bamurru Plains, one of the Luxury Lodges of Australia.
    Bamurru Plains, Mary River Wetlands, Northern Territory - Glamping Tent
    • 4 Day Mount Fitz Roy Hike at Chalten Camp - Hike El Chalten's best trails based at a unique glamping location overlooking Mount Fitz Roy on this four day Patagonian journey.
    • 5 Day W Trek Hike - Stay at EcoCamp Patagonia within Torres del Paine National Park while hiking the W Trek with a small group and professional guides.
    • 4 Day Blue Mountains Luxury Walk - Complete the Grand Clifftop Walk in the Blue Mountains National Park and spend two nights in the ultimate luxury glamping retreat at Spicers Sangoma.
    • 10 Day West Coast Luxury - After your four day Cape to Cape Walk, travel north to Ningaloo and glamp on the beach at all-inclusive Sal Salis. You can kayak and snorkel right off the beach here.

    Walk + Wineries

    Have you ever noticed how vineyards tend to be found in pristine landscapes close to some of the worlds best walking trails. Immerse yourself in these contrasting landscapes and taste the terroir on your next walk.

    Our top pick

    • Andes foothills and Mendoza wine country - Combine a guided hike in the foothills of the Andes mountain range with wine tasting experiences in Mendoza and the Uco Valley. Horse riding and cycling can also be enjoyed on this journey.
    Casa de Uco Mendoza
    • 6 Day Adelaide Hills and Kangaroo Island - Taste a range of Penfolds' best wines before continuing your South Australian journey hiking on the Heysen Trail and Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail.
    • 4 Day Cape to Cape Walk - The signature Cape to Cape Walk features an exclusive winery lunch and Icon series tastings at Margaret River's founding winery, Vasse Felix, to celebrate the end of this Great Walk.

    Walk + Heli

    Discover the land from above on a heli-hike adventure that makes the hard-to-reach accessible.

    Our top pick

    • Heli-hike the Kepler - On the Fiordland Walk, enjoy a scenic heli transfer above Lake Te Anau to the top of Mount Luxmore before hiking the Kepler for the day.
    Kepler Track Heli-Hike
    • 5 Day Kimberley Walk - Discover the beehive domes of Purnululu National Park by private helicopter before hiking to Cathedral Gorge on this luxury-lodge based adventure.
    • 4 Day Blanket Bay Walk - Heli-hike Earnslaw Burn Glacier and Milford Sound on this luxury South Island journey.

    Walk + Onsen

    Enjoy a soak in a natural hot spring known for its healing qualities on these luxury hikes that finish at an Onsen.

    Our top pick

    • 9 Day Kyoto & Kii Peninsula journey - Hike the pilgrim trails of Kumano Kodo by day, returning to yr accommodation for a soak in the indoor or outdoor Onsen, on this exclusive Kii Peninsula journey.
    Kumano Bettei Nakanoshima Onsen
    • 4 Day Nikko Luxury Walk is based at The Ritz Carlton Nikko, perched on Lake Chuzenji. The property features an impressive indoor and outdoor Onsen which will sooth sore muscles after a day hiking in the alpine landscape of Oku-Nikko.
    • 7 Day Nakasendo Walk combines days on the Samurai trail with evening soaks in your private Onsen; the outdoor private Onsen at Byaku Narai and Matsumoto Honbako are sublime.
    • While not technically known as an Onsen, a soak in the thermal waters of Zebedee Springs is the perfect end to a day hike on the 5 Day Kimberley Walk.

    Walk + Horse ride

    Connect with nature in all its forms with a horseback ride across the countryside on one of these multi-active walking journeys.

    Our top pick

    • 5 Day Chiloe Island active luxury journey - Be led by your Chilote horse on a scenic coastal ride across the rolling hills of Chiloe Island, before exploring the island's best hiking trails and bays on this multi-active journey.
    Tierra Chiloe Horses
    • 7 Day Best of Patagonia - Horse ride above Lago Argentino while staying at a Relais & Chateau Estancia on this Patagonian journey spanning Chile and Argentina.
    • Mahu Whenua Homestead Private Group - This unique alpine Homestead near Wanaka on NZ’s South Island offers exclusive use stays for groups wanting to hike and horse ride the scenic trails above Lake Wanaka.

    Walk + Spa

    Make time for relaxation and wellness on your next walking holiday with these journeys featuring time at an exceptional Spa hotel.

    Our top pick

    • 7 day Cape to Cape and COMO Treasury - Enjoy a massage treatment at COMO Shambhala Spa, one of Australia's best on this exclusive Cape to Cape and Perth journey. A foot massage at Injidup Spa Retreat during your Cape to Cape Walk is also recommended.
    COMO The Treasury Perth, COMO Shambhala Spa

    Walk + Cycle

    Explore further on your next adventure with a combined walk + cycle journey including time on your chosen form of pedal power - e-bikes for distance and comfort, or mountain bikes for fun!

    Our top pick

    The Lindis Ahuriri Valley

    Walk + Golf

    For the golf enthusiast, combine scenic hiking with a round of golf on a world-class course to indulge your passion while travelling.

    Our top pick

    • Australia and New Zealand are home to a number of world-class courses. Contact us to discuss combining your luxury lodge based adventure or walking trip with golf at the best courses complete with private transfer services.

    Do it all, your way

    If you're looking for a multi-active journey that combines more of your interests, let us design something truly unique for your next trip. We are experts at seamlessly weaving together a range of experiences in our unique brand of active journeys and love helping our clients get into nature while travelling.

    Longitude 131

    Get in touch with our Journey Designers to start planning your next active luxury journey.

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