Around the World in 80 days tour with 9 countries

Days 1 - 4: UK to Las Vegas

Depart the UK from your chosen airport.

Your round the world in 80 days begins in the USA. We’ve included our Las Vegas stopover with four days in the Nevada Desert to explore this vibrant, chaotic and fun city. On your second day, take a remarkable day trip to the Grand Canyon via the Hoover Dam. You’ll visit two separate look-out points on the canyon’s rim to enjoy spectacular views and take some fantastic photos. If you’d prefer the helicopter tour option, we can upgrade your trip to a flight, in which case you would get to fly over Lake Mead on the Colorado River, (the largest reservoir in the USA and land 3,500 feet into the Grand Canyon itself.

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Days 4-13: San Francisco to Los Angeles self-drive

Today you’ll arrive in San Francisco ready to start your self-drive adventure. We’ve included a few days to explore the city so you could cycle across the Golden Gate Bridge, head down to Fisherman’s Wharf or enjoy a full day trip into Napa Valley for some wine tasting. Leaving the city, you’ll take the scenic Pacific Coast Highway south through Carmel, Monterey and Big Sur before winding your way down to Los Angeles. Spend a few days exploring LA; star-spotting on Hollywood Boulevard or browsing through the boutiques on Rodeo Drive before you head to your next destination.

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Days 15 - 22: North Island New Zealand road trip

Discover the Maori culture and spectacular coastlines of the North Island on this short self-drive in New Zealand. Starting in Auckland, you’ll explore the city and visit the scenic Waiheke Island, spending the day sipping wine in pretty vineyards and strolling along golden beaches. Hike forest trails and kayak along the spectacular scenery of Cathedral Cove before finishing in Rotorua. This geothermal hub has so much to offer - spend your time tucking into a traditional Maori feast, watching bubbling geysers, bathing in hot pools and gazing out over the shimmering water of Lake Taupo. This week-long self drive is perfect for travellers short on time, combining some of the North Island’s best highlights into one memorable trip.

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Days 22 - 31: Explore New Zealand's South Island

The South Island is your next destination, so you’ll explore the natural beauty of this mountainous region with a mixture of self-drive and train. Starting in Christchurch you’ll head over to the west coast aboard the TranzAlpine train, crossing the sunlit Arthur's Pass and vast Canterbury Plains as you trundle towards the Southern Alps. Visit the blue ice of the west coast glaciers before driving down to Wanaka, to hike in the hill country of New Zealand. Spend some time in iconic Queenstown, where you'll explore the mountains and take a trip to Milford Sound, where thundering waterfalls and misty mornings await. Finish the trip at Lake Tekapo, where you can stargaze over the water and end your South Island trip in style. 

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Days 31 - 38: Rarotonga & Aitutaki Escape

Touch down in the Cook Islands to begin our Rarotonga & Aitutaki Escape. Spend a few days winding down and experiencing daily life on Rarotonga with its beautiful beaches and volcanic interior. You'll encounter a real sense of authenticity here as all hotels are locally owned and run, plus there's also a strong cultural influence. 'Island nights' are a regular occurrence here, offering you an opportunity to get a feel for Polynesian culture through the sharing of food, dance and music.

After a few days, you'll take a 45-minute scenic flight over to the island of Aitutaki, where the spectacular Aitutaki Lagoon awaits. No trip is complete without a boat ride on the lagoon and it's even possible to get married on a little island in the centre!       

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Days 39 - 49: Melbourne & the Great Ocean Road loop road trip

Explore the Great Ocean Road on this road trip loop from Melbourne. Start in the quirky city of Melbourne, where you can sip coffee and dine in top-tier restaurants before enjoying some wine tasting in the Yarra Valley. Head off of your road trip, hiking in the breath-taking Grampians National Park before arriving on the coast.

Hop between beach towns, admire the iconic Twelves Apostles and feast on shellfish as you drive along the Great Ocean Road. Finish your trip with a stop on the Mornington Peninsula, where you'll snorkel with rays, sip white wine and toast an incredible road trip in Australia.

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Days 49 - 52: Brisbane

Brisbane is one of the fastest growing capital cities in Australia, with so much variety going on here you will soon fill your days up. Our Brisbane stopover package gives you plenty of time to explore the city, take a relaxing cruise on the river; enjoy the art scenes and historical buildings and try out all the great cafes and restaurants.

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Days 52 - 55: Lady Elliot Island

Spend three nights enjoying the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, with a stay on Lady Elliot Island. Nestled in a protected 'green zone', this special island is home to over a thousand species of marine life, including manta rays and turtles. It's a perfect spot for snorkelling or diving, or to simply enjoy the daily glass bottom boat tours over the reef. When you're not underwater, you can soak up the natural beauty of this small island, strolling along the beaches and enjoying delicious antipasti platters for dinner as the sun sets into the ocean.

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Days 55 - 58: Singapore

We’ve included our Singapore stopover package with 3 nights’ accommodation, airport transfers and a half-day city tour. In the evening, we recommend you head down to Marina Bay to see the beautiful light shows that light up the sky. Why not book an afternoon tea at the iconic Raffles Hotel, or head up to the Long Bar to enjoy a Singapore Sling in the bar where it was created?              

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Day 58 - 61: Bangkok Stopover

Next stop is Bangkok, we have included our 3 night Bangkok stopover package with transfers & a half day city tour. 

Explore the bustling city of Bangkok, from the delicious street food and top class restaurants to the temples and shrines of the Grand Palace. Experience a half day tour of the Grand Palace and Wat Pho before exploring the city. Take in the narrow lanes of Chinatown and the bobbing longtail boats along the river before ending your time in a rooftop bar overlooking the twinkling city.

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Days 61 - 69: Cambodia

Explore this beautiful country and tour Cambodia in depth, from the temples of the north to the beaches in the south. You’ll start by exploring Angkor and the surrounding temples; wandering amongst these ancient ruins is one of the highlights of Asia. After exploring Siem Reap you’ll sail across the Tonle Sap Lake towards Battambang, where you can explore this French colonial city by bicycle. Heading towards Phnom Penh you’ll start to learn about Cambodia’s recent tragic history with the Khmer Rouge and gain a new understanding of both ancient and modern history in the museums of the capital city.

Finish your trip with a couple of days on the beach - whether it’s relaxing on the beach or exploring the coral reefs. This short trip allows to explore Cambodia at a good pace and soak in everything this lush country has to offer.

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Days 69 - 73: Cambodia to Vietnam

Our “Along the Mekong” package gives you the opportunity to travel between two fascinating and historic cities by land and by water, via the flowing lifeline of the Mekong River.

After departing Phnom Penh you will board your four hour cruise along the river. Along the way, you can relax and enjoy the wonderful landscape and life along the river banks. During your boat trip, you will cross the border before ending your journey in the riverside town of Chau Doc. Chau Doc is an incredibly friendly and colourful town, and a great place to explore. 

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Days 73 - 79: Cape Town and the Winelands 

You now have a week to explore the fabulous Cape Town & the Winelands region. Spend your first three nights in Cape Town exploring the culture and history of this fascinating country, learning about Apartheid and even taking a trip to Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated. Leaving the city, you’ll drive out drive to Stellenbosch, home to funky art galleries and cool cafes, with vineyards nearby for those wine tasting excursions. Foodies will love the next stop - Franschhoek – with the opportunity to dine in some of the best restaurants in South Africa.

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Day 80: Arrive UK