From world heritage sites to off-the-beaten-track adventures, our new Australia and New Zealand experiences offer something truly special. Whether you’re drawn to rich culture, dramatic landscapes, immersive wildlife encounters or local flavours, these experiences offer the perfect mix of iconic Australia and New Zealand highlights and hidden gems. Escape the ordinary and discover the extraordinary with us.
Western Australia
Luridgii Tours: Learn about Aboriginal Dreamtime Stories and Bush Medicine in Kununurra
Join a local Aboriginal guide to explore the cultural and natural landscape of Kununurra. Begin at the Diversion Dam, built in the 1960s as part of the Ord River Irrigation Scheme. Learn how this project reshaped the region and hear the Barramundi and Cockatoo Dreamtime Story, tied to the river and surrounding land. Continue through Mirima National Park, often called a ‘mini Bungles’, with striking sandstone formations and deep cultural significance for the Miriuwung people. Along the way, discover traditional bush foods and medicines still used today. End the tour at Ivanhoe Crossing, a causeway over the Ord River that flows year-round. This experience offers a meaningful look into Indigenous culture, connecting with Country through story, land, and knowledge.
Discover the stories of this land as part of our new Broome & the Kimberley Highlights tour.
Dabungool Cultural Experiences: Discover Indigenous Wildlife and Bush Foods at Hellfire Bay
On Western Australia’s south coast, Dabungool Cultural Experiences bring you into the world of the Wudjari people, where land meets sea and every plant and animal has a story. Set in Hellfire Bay, this experience guides you through coastal granite, salt-sprayed vegetation, and heathlands bursting with seasonal flora. You will walk with your guide through areas rich with native foods and traditional medicines, learning how Indigenous people have lived with this landscape for thousands of years. Each step reveals knowledge about local ecosystems and seasonal rhythms, shared through cultural storytelling.
Experience this on our Western Australia tours, Western Wonderland and South Western Escape.
Tasmania
Emu Valley Rhododendron Gardens: Stroll Beautiful Gardens in Tasmania
Tucked into the rolling countryside near Burnie in Tasmania’s north-west, the Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden offers visitors a peaceful and colourful experience across its 11 hectares of curated landscapes. Home to over 22,000 rhododendrons and companion species, the garden is divided into geographic plantings that represent regions such as the Himalayas, Japan, China, and North America. A winding network of walking paths, timber bridges, and hidden gazebos leads you through scenes of vibrant bloom in spring and golden foliage in autumn. The tranquil lakes attract platypus and birds, and the garden’s secluded corners invite quiet reflection.
Walk among these vibrant gardens on our Perfect Tasmania and Tassie’s Parks & Nature tours.
Flinders Island: Discover Remote Beaches and Taste Fresh Island Seafood
Flinders Island lies in Bass Strait and is one of Australia’s hidden gems. With a private flight bringing you over patchwork farmland and shimmering sea, you land in a place where rugged coastlines meet rolling green hills. From the moment you step foot on the island, you’re embraced by its raw charm, remote beaches, ancient rock formations that tell geological tales, and wildlife that roams freely. Alongside this natural beauty, you’ll savour the island’s renowned local produce with a seafood lunch and a tasting of world-class wine.
Discover this wild coastline on the Tasmania & Flinders Island Explorer tour.
South Australia
Kangaroo Island Wool Tour: Explore Traditional Wool Making and Island Heritage
Kangaroo Island is often celebrated for its wildlife and coastline, but the stories here are just as compelling. The Kangaroo Island Wool Tour takes you into one of Australia’s few vertical wool mill, where you’ll see every stage of traditional wool processing. From shearing the sheep to carding, spinning, dyeing, and weaving, this experience offers a behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmanship that supports Australia’s wool industry. Visitors get a chance to speak with artisans, learn about superfine merino sheep, and sustainable farming practices, and appreciate the skill behind high-quality, locally made textiles.
Experience this on the Tastes of Southern Australia and Great Ocean Road & Kangaroo Island Escape tours.
Budj Bim Cultural Landscape: Walk Through Ancient Indigenous Aquaculture Sites
On the shores of Tae Rak (Lake Condah), explore the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Managed by the Gunditjmara people and located in south-western Victoria, this living landscape includes more than 1,700 hectares of culturally important wetlands and stony rises shaped by historic lava flows. More than 6,600 years ago, the Gunditjmara shaped the volcanic landscape into a sophisticated system of stone channels and holding ponds, designed to trap and sustainably farm kooyang (short-finned eels). As you explore this living cultural landscape on a short walk of the lake you’ll learn about what is considered one of Australia’s earliest and largest aquaculture systems.
Discover this World Heritage Site on our South Australia tours, Tastes of Southern Australia and Great Ocean Road & Kangaroo Island Escape.
Northern Territory
Kungkas Can Cook: Authentic Aboriginal Bush Tucker in Alice Springs
In Alice Springs, Kungkas Can Cook offers a warm and welcoming introduction to Aboriginal food traditions through the passion and knowledge of Rayleen Brown, an Indigenous woman and celebrated bush foods chef. During this experience, you’ll taste a variety of native ingredients prepared with care, such as wattleseed, bush tomato, and lemon myrtle, and hear about the stories and cultural knowledge tied to each. The food is more than a meal; it’s a journey through Central Australian history and a testament to how these traditions have been preserved and passed down for generations.
Savour these unique bush flavours on our Northern Territory tours, Outback Contrasts and Northern Territory Dreaming.
Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience: Discover Traditional Bush Foods and Medicine
Set near the spectacular Kings Canyon, the Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience introduces visitors to the culture, knowledge, and traditions of the Luritja and Pertame (Southern Arrernte) people. This is an immersive encounter where you’ll learn about bush medicine, dot painting techniques, bush tucker, and traditional tools. Each part of the tour is explained with depth by local guides, helping you understand how knowledge is passed down through stories, seasons, and land connection. The backdrop of Watarrka’s sandstone cliffs adds dramatic beauty to a genuinely moving cultural experience.
Experience this on our Outback Contrasts and Northern Territory Dreaming tours.
North Island New Zealand
Urlar Boutique Winery: Meet the Hosts and Taste Local Wines
Tucked into the gentle hills of Wairarapa, Urlar is a boutique family-owned winery where organic farming and warm Kiwi hospitality go hand in hand. During your visit, you’ll meet hosts Tess and Brian, who love to share the Urlar story and their passion for sustainable winemaking. Enjoy a guided tasting of their handcrafted wines like Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc, paired with a seasonal platter of local produce. With its peaceful rural setting and personal connection to the land, this is one of those truly unique experiences New Zealand offers.
Visit this award winning vineyard on our new Untamed New Zealand tour.
Greytown Honey: Go Behind the Scenes with a Fifth-Generation Beekeeper
In the heart of the charming Wairarapa town of Greytown, you’ll find a sweet little gem that’s as rich in history as it is in flavour. Greytown Honey is run by fifth-generation beekeeper Karly, who invites you behind the scenes to explore how her award-winning honey is made from hive to jar. As you learn about the bees, the land, and the careful process behind every drop, you’ll taste delicious varieties like Mānuka and Wildflower honey. For those seeking authentic and unique experiences New Zealand is known for, this hands-on encounter with local beekeeping is a true highlight.
Discover the art of honey-making on our new Untamed New Zealand tour.
South Island New Zealand
Milford Mariner: An Overnight Cruise on Milford Sound
Few experiences rival the awe of an overnight cruise on Milford Sound/Piopiotahi on the Milford Mariner enjoying the serenity of Fiordland National Park at twilight. Towering peaks rise sharply from the water, waterfalls tumble from mist-cloaked cliffs, and the reflections of sheer rock faces ripple in the black waters below. Onboard this Milford Sound cruise, a naturalist guide will explain the geology of this area and there’s also an opportunity to explore even closer by kayak or tender boat. The stillness at night is magical, and waking up surrounded by native rainforest and dramatic alpine scenery is something few people ever forget.
Spend the night beneath the stars on a Milford Sound overnight cruise during our new Untamed New Zealand, New Zealand’s Southern Sounds and New Zealand’s Southern Drift tours.
Templeton Flax Mill: Step Back in Time at New Zealand’s Last Flax Mill
Located in Southland on New Zealand’s South Island, the Templeton Flax Mill is the last surviving authentic flax processing mill in the country. Visiting this working mill, you’ll learn how flax was traditionally stripped, washed, and spun into rope and cloth using original early 20th-century machinery. Your guide shares not only the industrial story of flax but its role in Māori culture, where harakeke (flax) has long been used for weaving, healing, and ceremony. The tour is both nostalgic and educational, offering a unique insight into an era of rural New Zealand life.
Learn about this fascinating industry on our Essence of New Zealand, Spirit of New Zealand and Southern Spirit tours.
Discover our new Australia and New Zealand experiences in 2026 and 2027
Each of our new experiences will bring you closer to the people, landscapes, and stories that make Australia and New Zealand so special. Discover our new Australia tours and New Zealand tours for 2026 and 2027, carefully crafted for those seeking immersive, cultural, and nature-rich experiences. Whether you’re chasing waterfalls in Fiordland, tasting bush tucker in the Red Centre, or sipping wine on a remote island, these adventures will leave you escaping the ordinary and discovering the extraordinary.