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If you're not wanting to rough it when you head off to discover the world, our collection of 1,628 premium tours include rail journeys, small groups, independent tours, short breaks and scenic coach tours, covering every continent. Don’t scrimp on your trip of a lifetime - enjoy exclusive trip inclusions, unique local experiences, skipping the queues and quality 4 star accommodation along the way.

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16 Days Christchurch to Auckland

Operator: Grand Pacific Tours

From 5,701pp
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10 Days Christchurch to Christchurch

Operator: Grand Pacific Tours

From 3,700pp
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14 Days London to Paris

Operator: Trafalgar

From 4,277pp
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14 Days New York to New York

Operator: Trafalgar

From 5,508pp
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CIE Tours
When you travel with CIE Tours, you will get the warmest of welcomes and all the benefits of our 87 years of experience. The itineraries are locally crafted more - we set our own high standards for delivering excellent holidays with state-of-the-art luxury coaches; the best hotels; carefully chosen authentic experiences and entertainment.

Our outstanding local tour directors are ready to share their knowledge, stories, passion for their home places - they are our greatest assets. Many of our tours spend 2 nights in each location, and our flexible itineraries include a great balance of escorted and free time. We include full breakfasts, most dinners and some evening entertainment. No one has to worry about paying for optional extras on the trip. It’s all included, no hidden extras.

We know how much these trips mean to you and we want to ensure that this is a trip you will treasure forever.
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Budget:Premium
Accommodation:3.5 - 4 Star
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Budget:Premium
Accommodation:Boutique & Pemium
Inspiring Journeys
The Inspiring Journeys experience is designed for immersion and authentic connection. We invite travellers to embark on an exclusive exploration through more Australia and New Zealand, discovering ancient cultures and rugged destinations, in style.

Our bespoke journeys venture off the beaten track, to truly connect guests with the destination, through immersive experiences in an intimate small group setting. With a maximum of only 20 guests per journey, your experience will be more exclusive, allowing access to boutique accommodations and experiences. Every element of an Inspiring Journey has been curated to offer not only offer authentic experiences, but to add the tiny, noticeable touches that infuse the experience with an exclusivity only few will ever have the opportunity to experience.

Infused with a passion for the destinations that they specialise in, your Journey Director is eager to share their in-depth knowledge, whilst you uncover truly unique locations, secret trails and roads less travelled.
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Accommodation:4 - 5 Star

Discover Experiences and highlights you can enjoy on a 4 Star guided holiday

Cruise Prince William Sound
Cruise Prince William Sound

Witness glaciers meeting the sea as you cruise the icy waters of Prince William Sound, spotting seals, sea lions, otters, whales and puffins.

New Zealand’s Geothermal Wonderland
New Zealand’s Geothermal Wonderland

Wonder at Rotorua’s boiling mud pools and lively geysers before you enjoy a Maori concert and feast on the smoky flavours of a traditional hangi.

New York from the Top of the Rock
New York from the Top of the Rock

From of the Hudson to Central Park, the Empire State to the Chrysler, enjoy magnificent views of Manhattan from the top of the Rockefeller Centre.

The Highlights of X'ian
The Highlights of X'ian

The Terracotta Warriors and Horses, the local delicacies found in the narrow street of the Muslim Market, a Shadow Puppet show and the historic Silk Road – these attractions await on a tour of X’ian.

Relax in Tuscany’s Montecatini Terme
Relax in Tuscany’s Montecatini Terme

Explore the beauty of Tuscany from this historic spa town when you stay in a traditional family run 4 star hotel. Discover the town’s modern and historic architecture style and soak in the beautiful, healing spa pools.

Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their experiences travelling the world on a 4 Star tour

Awesome tour seeing key sites, worry free, knowledgeable friendly driver, steady itinerary   Ultimate South Island , WA, Australia, Jan 2026
We booked this tour after a friend recommended Grand Pacific tours. Global Journeys and another vendor came up as the nominated booking agents, I reached out to both. I am so pleased I booked with Global Journeys. From my first interaction with Grace everything was effortless. Grace took the time to understand my travelling needs, my family composition read more and was upfront with what was included as well as what to expect. I live in regionally WA and Grace even arranged for our tour information and paperwork to arrive early given it was over the festive season and mail is slow where I live. It arrived in perfect time!

The tour Ultimate South Island of NZ was brilliant. We saw key highlights in all the areas, and had time to explore as well as plenty of optional tours available if we chose. We booked the helicopter flight over the glaciers and had the opportunity to land in and spend time in fresh snow. We also were lucky enough to see Mt Cook, the weather was favourable. The glow worm caves were another highlight, as was the jet boat experience. Our tour guide Dave was knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. He grew up in Dunedin so was well versed in everything the South Island had to offer. The coach was incredibly comfortable and , and the hotels on point, everything was organised and effortless for us. Highly recommend Global Journeys and Grand Pacific, cannot wait to book our next trip!
Imperial and Impressive Prague, Vienna and Budapest (Winter) , NSW, Australia, Jan 2026
The trip was fabulous, the cities explored were so imperial and impressive. Our Tour Director Agnes was wonderful, she knew everything about all the cities and places of where to go in your spare time. She was also thoughtful and attentive to all the travellers. Highly recommend Trafalgar and Global Journeys for an amazing adventure. Hotels were excellent.
Great Christmas Experience   Ultimate Festive Season , QLD, Australia, Dec 2025
Our tour leader/driver Todd was fantastic. He had a great sense of humour who was able to entertain a bus full of Aussies. Todd made every effort to ensure everybody was able to visit the additional attractions they had nominated. The comfort on the coach was exceptional. Well paced covering both the North and South Island. Lots to see and do. All hotels read more were of a high standard and all meals provided allowed for every bodies diet requirements. Delicious! Highlight of the tour for us was landing in the snow.
Central Europe a majestic experience Bohemian Highlights , NSW, Australia, Dec 2025
Central Europe is a majestic experience, grand castles, impressive architecture, delicious food, beautiful streets and parks. Our Tour Director Kate was superb, incredibly knowledgeable on the country's history, food, politics and customs.

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