Off The Edge

You’ve been counting down the days but finally the time has come to grab your stuff and head to the airport. Wahoo!

You’ve got 8 amazing stops to look forward to as you go full-circle around the world on a trip that is sure to knock your socks off!

So take a deep breath as you’re about to fly off the edge of the map...

Live life to the full in this South American star of a city as you revel in Rio’s sun-soaked streets and party the night away to the beat of the drum and flashes of brightly coloured headdresses.

Don’t let the fun finish by booking onto a trip that will show off the some of the very best of the continent’s capital cities and all the treasures that lie in between. The In Search of Iguassu adventure tour whisks you along from Rio to the famous Iguassu Falls themselves before winding south to let you marvel at Montevideo and try out your tango in steak-loving Buenos Aires. With accommodation and transport taken care of, booking this trip means it's easy breezy adventure all the way through.

There’s no stopping you as you say bye-bye to Buenos Aires and head east into South America’s heartland through Argentina and Chile. Why don't you loop up to Santiago on the Southern Sojourn adventure tour that lets you tango until your toes tingle, gauge on platters of sumptuous seafood and steak, and soar through stunning scenery as you paraglide over Upper Patagonia and river-raft down swirling mountain rivers.

You’ll roll into Santiago raring for more and what better way to round off the South American leg of your journey then hopping across the sea to explore the strange, stony faces of mysterious Easter Island.

Rev up that engine for a turbo-powered time around the world’s biggest adventure playground: New Zealand!

Haka, hike and hobbit-hunt around these two islands and sample the multitude of mind-bending activities on offer: how does bungee-jumping, skydiving, white-water rafting, whale watching or glacier trekking sound? Insanely good?! We thought so.

For the ultimate in flexibility, grab yourself a hop-on-hop-off bus pass or, even better, rent your own campervan for maximum travelling freedom as you weave your way down from awesome Auckland to southerly Christchurch.

New Zealand’s South Island is as thrilling as they come with action-packed Queenstown, awe-inspiring Milford Sound and everything from mighty glacier-covered mountains, giant glassy lakes and sweeping stretches of sandy beach to feast your eyes on. Oh, did we mention that they’re quite big on their wine around there too?

Catch your breath in homely little Christchurch as you wander the lush gardens and punt along the serene River Avon while rugby fans can feel right at home chanting along at a local Christchurch Crusaders game – gooooo the Crusaders!

For the ultimate afternoon, book a Dolphin Encounter Swim where you can get up close and personal with one of the world’s most loved animals. Watch with awe as they perform their amazing acrobatics then grab your togs and get in there as this one’s not to be missed!

Mega-cool Melbourne has recently been voted the most liveable city in the world and it won’t take you long to work out why. You’re sure to fall head over heels for this quirky town where urban-chic rules, vibrant street-art lines the pavements and both the epic Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles are just a breeze away.

The Melbourne to Alice Springs adventure tour is a great choice for those wanting the ultimate in Aussie experiences as you make your way straight through the heart of this giant island and head into the sprawling red of the great Australian Outback.

From the fresh Southern Ocean to iconic Ayres Rock and the Uluru-Kata National Park, learn about the ancient legends of Australia’s great Red Centre as you venture into the vast, north-bound beyond.

The Northern Territories is untamed Oz at its best and home to some of the most wild scenery (and animals!) the country has to offer. It’s chock full of crocs and ancient Aboriginal history so get stuck in and dive head first into a truly rippa’ adventure, mate!

Why don't you nip about in a 4x4 as you dodge crocs and weave between giant rocks on the 4WD Kakadu Litchfield Safari, which sweeps you up from Darwin for a three-day, action-packed adventure into the Aussie wilderness.

Stop over in Singapore to soak up cosmopolitan life and enjoy this unique city’s multicultural mix of East meets West. Stroll around the super-clean calm streets or party it up like there’s no tomorrow – there’s a little something for every traveller in this city!

With the rest of Southeast Asia on your doorstep, there’s no excuse not to venture further into the lush depths of Singapore’s neighbouring friends. Let the Colours of Asia tour do just that as you creep up through marvellous Malaysia and tip-top Thailand, stopping at everything on the way from dazzling cities like Kuala Lumpur and Penang to pristine beaches, lush hill-top villages and time-lost temples.

Just don’t forget to scoot back down to Singapore and its super shiny airport to hop on the plane for your final stop.

Next up, prepare to be bowled over by Bangkok! With bustling markets, bright lights, street-side temples and an up-all-night attitude, this city is a whirlwind of an introduction to Southeast Asia and is sure to get your travel taste-buds lusting for more.

And Bangkok is only just the beginning! The rest of Thailand and its eclectic neighbours are a treasure trove of emerald green hills and picture-perfect shorelines, dotted with towering temples entwined with lush forests and lively cities. The Indochina Discovery tour covers it all so jump onto this trip to be swept around dreamy Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam in a 30-day extravaganza that includes the eye-watering Southeast Asian gems of Angkor Wat and heavenly Halong Bay. It’s unadulterated Asian adventure all the way!

Oh yes, the green, green grass of home! You’ll be glad to touch down in good old Blighty after your mammoth trip. Be sure to get those snaps up on Facebook and spread your new worldly wisdom with anyone who will listen. And don’t forget: daily moisturising is the key to holding that tan!

If this sounds like the trip for you, give us a buzz on 0800 988 7470 or pop into your local branch for a chat about your options and you could be living the dream in no time!