Savour lakes and mountains and take one of the world’s great railway journeys to Switzerland’s most celebrated holiday hideaway. Spend a week on the shores of Lake Como, the most picturesque of the Italian lakes. Enjoy its elegant villas and glorious gardens – which have inspired artists and writers for generations – and combine rest and relaxation with some wonderful excursions, including a journey on the spectacularly scenic Bernina Express to chic St Moritz, famous refuge of the well-heeled, and opportunities to discover stylish Milan and idyllic Lugano.

Take in the unique cultural highlights of two islands, amongst breath-taking natural wonders and vibrant coastal centres, in New Zealand, the Land of the Long White Cloud. Discover New Zealand’s finest sights with an extraordinary three-week journey across this island nation. With its rich Maori heritage, North Island is New Zealand’s cultural heart and showcases the colourful past and ancient traditions that still make up a large part of the country’s identity. Across the Cook Strait, you’ll find the larger and more European South Island. A land of magnificent mountain stretches, spectacular coastal fjords and lush vineyard-laden countryside, New Zealand’s southern half promises panoramic views at every turn.