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Luxury Gold looks to elevate group tours to a standard of first-class hospitality. Luxury Gold delivers just that if you are looking for a premium travel experience that provides access to exclusive places and events.
Introduced as part of The Travel Corporation’s umbrella of brands to cater to the growing demand for luxury travel experiences and benefiting from TTC’s extensive travel network and considerable expertise and resources, Luxury Gold curates immersive, high-end travel packages for its customers.
Wherever your wanderlust is calling you, Luxury Gold has you covered. So what can you expect from the best Luxury Gold Tours?
On a Luxury Gold tour, you can expect simply the finest accommodation, a variety of gourmet dining experiences, and a curated range of cultural experiences that distill the essence of each destination you visit.
The team’s trip curators use their in-depth destination knowledge to bring you the finest in travel. They are the best in the business and leading industry experts, with access to the best restaurants, accommodations, and unique experiences. Trust Luxury Gold to create a limited-edition travel journey for you and your loved ones.
You will travel in the utmost comfort from start to finish. Every detail is covered for a five-star experience. Your tour with Luxury Gold is a door-to-door experience and includes complimentary private transfers to and from your front door. Travel throughout the tour in premium transport. Luxury Gold want your trip to be relaxing with a deluxe level of comfort on every step of your journey with them.
Every stay on your tour will be magnificent, from lavish five-star hotels and glamorous heritage properties to premium boutique accommodations. You can guarantee you will feel like royalty during your time away. Properties are curated for their excellent locations for guests’ enjoyment and offer a range of well-appointed facilities, from spacious suites, onsite spas, and world-class restaurants and dining opportunities.
Full porterage services are available for Luxury Gold guests throughout the tour. You will travel with your personal travel concierge, who is not only a master in service but an expert on your destination. Their founding philosophy is “driven by service”. So, you can be assured of highly personalized service throughout the tour, with your concierge taking care of your individual needs and preference with every detail meticulously planned. With their little black book of contacts, your concierge can tailor your trip, make your reservations at the top restaurants or give you thoughtful suggestions on activities to enhance your stay.
Your Luxury Gold tour will take you on a culinary journey like no other. During your tour, you can expect an array of dining experiences introducing you to the flavors and culinary heritage of the destinations you visit. Dine in Michelin-starred restaurants, taste the finest regional cuisine, meet with local artisans, and enjoy private wine tastings, fresh seafood, farm-to-table meals, and premium cooking classes. Your included dining options are nothing less than spectacular.
Luxury Gold Tours caters to the discerning traveler. They do not have any hard and fast age limits, although a parent or guardian must accompany travelers under 18.
As a high-end tour company, the Luxury Gold Tours’ prices reflect the quality and high standard of their itineraries. Their tours range in price depending on the length and destinations however sit at the higher end as they include five-star accommodation, premium activities, and high-end dining. However, for the traveler who appreciates a touch of elegance and exceptional service, a Luxury Gold Tour offers true value as they curate an exceptional itinerary that pampers guests from start to finish.
As a provider of bespoke travel experiences, Luxury Gold creates limited-edition small-group tours. The average group size is 20 guests. This is perfect for an intimate travel group. With a small group size, you have the opportunity to socialize with other members of the tour if you wish, but you will still receive highly attentive service. With Luxury Gold creating your holiday of a lifetime is a breeze. Decide on your adventure and let the team look after the rest.
What makes a Luxury Gold Tour stand out from the crowd is its high-quality itineraries, superior accommodation and dining experiences, and exquisite levels of service.
Guests will receive access to unique experiences from after-hours visits, drinks receptions in exceptional destinations, and meetings with locals and icons who have shaped the history of the places you visit to take part in premium cultural activities. Weaving together a series of outstanding travel moments that create a journey of discovery. This is lavish yet transformational travel.
You will receive a selection of Personal Choice Excursions to choose from throughout the tour. This adds a variety of choices of activities to your tour, allowing you to personalize your trip to your individual interests and mood.
Overall, Luxury Gold prides itself on creating authentic and sophisticated vacations where travelers can relax and treat themselves while discovering and experiencing more of the destination and cultures they visit.
If you are searching for a luxe travel experience, look no further than Luxury Gold, as they provide the gold standard of guided tours.
Whatever your adventure style, vibes, or wherever you want to go, Luxury Gold has it covered. Read on to find out the best Luxury Gold tours which we have sorted for you to provide the ultimate travel inspiration.
British Royale
Take to the streets of London and beyond in style with this luxury 11-day VIP tour of the UK.
In this tour, Luxury Gold creates an intimate experience that explores the old glamour of the UK. Soaking in the United Kingdom’s finest sights, staying in the most exclusive properties, tasting the best of British cuisine, and uncovering the country’s rich cultural heritage with curated VIP travel moments.
You will have the red carpet rolled out for you as your personal travel concierge travels with you every step of the way and is devoted to delivering you the very best service. They have all the information you need and more to personalize and tailor your trip just to your liking. Let them extend to you their networks of contacts to open up a travel experience like no other.
Begin in London, ensconced in five-star luxury in the historic Rubens at the Palace. Occupying exclusive London real estate on 39 Buckingham Palace Road, this location is like no other. The five-star hotel stands on what was Buckingham Palace grounds and overlooks Buckingham Palace and the Royal Mews. Your two night-stay here immerses you in London’s finery, from the freshly cut flowers, elegant suites, and tasteful furnishings to enjoy the impeccable services of the hotel’s red-tail-coated doorman.
During your stay in London, dine at The English Grill at Rubens for a refined and stylish culinary experience in the hotel’s opulent restaurant, soak in the sights, sounds, and history with a city tour, and enjoy a private after-hours tour of the tower of London and historic Ceremony of the Keys.
Travel to see the mysterious archeological site of Stonehenge before heading to the elegant city of Bath. Fall in love with the city’s grand Georgian architecture and sample Bath’s most sumptuous cuisine with an included lunch at the Michelin-starred Olive Tree restaurant for a lesson in UK fine dining. Choose to visit the historic Roman baths with its grand columns, elegant arches, and ornate decorations, or stop at the Jane Austen Center.
Make your way through the picture-perfect villages of the Cotswolds and Stradford-upon-Avon with their traditional golden-stone buildings, thatched roofs, and idyllic English countryside setting.
Stay at the prestigious Grand Hotel and Spa in the distinguished city of York. This enchanting five-star heritage building has oodles of charm and all the facilities you need to enjoy a relaxing two nights here. Be treated to an after-hours tour of the palatial 18th-century mansion Castle Howard with its meticulously manicured gardens and masterful Baroque architecture. Choose between strolling the medieval walls of York or taking a guided tour of the magnificent York Minster.
Discover why the Lake District inspires such lyrical poetry with a luxury countryside break at the Merewood Country House Hotel that overlooks idyllic Lake Windermere. Cruise the calm waters of Lake Ullswater for a relaxing afternoon excursion.
Enjoy a guided tour with a local expert of Alnwick Castle, one of the largest inhabited castles in England. Film buffs will be in heaven as Alnwick Castle has been featured in several films and was used as the setting for Hogwarts in Harry Potter. Soak in the old-school grandeur of this magnificent castle and its spectacular gardens.
Say goodbye to England and hello to Bonny Scotland. Head to Edinburgh with its leafy cobbled streets, moody skies, and vibrant cultural life. The Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town provides a five-star base for your last two days. The hotel comprises seven interconnected Georgian townhouses and has onsite spa facilities, plush, modern interiors, and a stunning indoor courtyard.
During your stay in Edinburgh, visit the iconic Edinburgh Castle, take a city tour, meet with a professional bagpiper, and choose between tasting some of Edinburgh’s finest whiskeys or touring Mary Kings Close, a warren of 17th-century streets that have been partially excavated and reconstructed to give visitors an unparalleled glimpse into Edinburgh past.
If you are looking for 5-star luxury and a selection of curated travel moments that uncover the United Kingdom’s vibrant history, culture, and charm. The British Royale Tour hits all the right spots.
Spectacular South Africa
Enjoy a high-end travel experience with stays at some of South Africa and Zimabwe’s most exclusive properties. This a door-to-door bespoke tour where Luxury Gold will cater to your every whim. Full porterage and door-to-door transfers are included in your package for a complete luxury travel experience.
The tour introduces guests to South Africa’s fine dining scene and world-class wines, explores Cape Town through a series of boutique experiences, includes a three-day private game safari in the Kruger national park, and takes in Victoria Falls, one of the world’s natural wonders.
Arrive in Cape Town, where your private driver will whisk you to the opulent Twelve Apostles and Spa Hotel. With expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Twelve Apostles Mountain Range, this five-star accommodation occupies an idyllic location at Africa’s tip.
During your time in Cape Town, a host of curated experiences await you. Discover Executive Chef Christo Pretorius’s menu at The Azure for a delectable welcome dinner. Here you will find a smorgasbord of local delicacies on offer, with fresh, local seafood taking center stage.
Soak in the scenic beauty of the Cape Point Nature Reserve for your first encounter with South Africa’s spectacular wildlife and enjoy a leisurely lunch at the award-winning Harbour House, which enjoys a waterfront location in stunning Kalk Bay. Travel by cable car to the top of Table Mountain for a sunset drinks reception with unobstructed views of the setting sun as it bathes the city and surrounding landscape in the soft twilight.
Experience a day of indulgence as you explore the Cape Winelands. Personalize your experience here with a private wine tasting at the Vergelegen Estate, or enjoy a fun bike ride around the area. Taste the best of South Africa’s regional cuisine with a gourmet farm-to-table lunch at the Werf Restaurant, which uses only the freshest local and seasonal ingredients to create its signature dishes. After a day of divine food and wine, be chauffeured back to your accommodation in style in a classic vintage car.
Before leaving Cape Town, dig deeper into South Africa’s history with a visit to Robben Island, which functioned as a political prison and was where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated for 18 years. You will have the opportunity to meet for lunch with a former prison guard to listen to their unique stories.
Transfer to the Lion Sands Lodge for a luxury three-day safari stay. This once-in-a-lifetime experience combines comfort and refined elegance with an unbeatable location in the heart of the Lions Sands Game Resort. Spend three days spotting the Big Five and ticking incredible wildlife encounters off your bucket list as you take game drives and bush walks with your safari guide.
Enjoy the facilities at the lodge with its roaring fireplace, well-appointed suites, large windows, private viewing decks, and plunge pool. Your stay comes with a mouthwatering high tea and a celebration dinner served under the inky black sky of the African Plains.
From here, enjoy a one-night stay in Johannesburg at the sophisticated Michelango Hotel before heading via included flight to Victoria Falls. Stay at The Stanley and Livingstone. This boutique hotel is just 15 minutes from Victoria Falls and is surrounded by the luscious scenery of the private Victoria Falls Game Reserve. Channeling old-world glamour, comfort, and warm service for a five-star stay.
While here, witness the raw power of Victoria Falls, and enjoy an immersive dining and entertainment experience at the legendary Bomba Restaurant. This dinner is like no other, with traditional dance performances, face painting, fortune telling, and a drumming show accompanying a mouthwatering four-course meal. Take a sunset cruise on the Zambezi and enjoy a final farewell dinner at The Livingstone to toast the success of your trip.
This tour brings you the very best of South African luxury living with an up-scale three-night safari experience, exquisite scenery, gourmet dining, and visits to South Africa’s premier destinations.
Inspiring Australia
This lavish tour uncovers the highlights of Australia’s vast and diverse landscape.
A collection of curated high-end experiences weave together an epic adventure that takes guests from the crystal-clear waters of Cairns to the cosmopolitan capital of Sydney. Let Luxury Gold elevate your Australian adventure for you. Feel like a VIP as you are pampered from start to finish with this door-to-door experience.
All Luxury Gold tours operate with a small group size. A maximum of 20 guests will travel with your group. Ensuring you receive personalized and attentive service throughout.
This tour begins in Cairns with a three-night stay at The Reef House. With a pristine coastal setting providing direct access to the white sand beach of Palm Cove, this heritage building has been lovingly restored and extended to create an upscale boutique hotel that is well-known for its warm and personable service.
Luxury Gold presents a collection of unique travel moments to introduce guests to Australia’s Far North. Discover the verdant Daintree Rainforest, one of the oldest in the world, with a local expert. Swim, and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef for a bucket-list-busting activity that will leave you awe-inspired by this natural wonder’s incredible beauty and biodiversity. Or, if snorkeling is not your thing, take a trip on the Skyrail cable car to Kuranda, a village nestled deep in the rainforest.
Travel in air-conditioned luxury into the Outback towards your next five-star stay in the exquisite Sails in the Desert Hotel. Located in a truly special place, the resort is only five minutes from the majestic Ayers Rock. The resort itself is reminiscent of an oasis with a swimming pool, day spa, and tastefully designed interiors, which take inspiration from the cultural heritage of the indigenous Anangu people.
Sunset is a special time to visit Ayers Rock. As the sun dips, it casts a stunning silhouette, and the setting sun’s colors create a magical ambiance amongst the desert landscape. Luxury Gold organizes sparkling wine and appetizers for guests to enjoy as you take in the serenity of the unfolding scene. By day take a guided walk in the Waipu Gorge. This place holds significant cultural and spiritual importance to the indigenous Anangu. Also, visit the Mutitjulu Waterhole, one of the few permanent water sources in the area.
As your time in Ayers Rock draws to a close, you are treated to a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience under the stars of the expansive outback sky. A three-course bush tucker-inspired menu is cooked in the open on an interactive chef’s table. Dinner is accompanied by a guided tour of the Southern Hemisphere’s night sky and a didgeridoo performance.
Continue your desert sojourn with a stop at an outback ranch to enjoy a BBQ lunch with local ranchers. Early risers can take in a sunset walk in the rugged yet impossibly beautiful Kings Canyon before heading onto Alice Springs, where an authentic bush tucker barbeque under the stars is on the menu for tonight.
Your last few days will be spent exploring Sydney and the renowned Hunter Valley wine region. Fly into Sydney straight from the outback. Take a city tour of Sydney and enjoy a luxury harbor cruise taking in Sydney’s iconic skyline with a delicious lunch. Discover the picturesque Hunter Valley with its sprawling vineyards and get acquainted with its world-class wines during a private wine tasting and lunch.
This Luxury Gold itinerary combines Australia’s finest boutique properties, a magnificent array of gourmet dining experiences, and visits to Australia’s most iconic attractions and landscapes.
Majestic Japan
Traveling with Luxury Gold is the perfect treat for the sophisticated traveler. It is the small touches of comfort that make a Luxury Gold tour so special, with world-class service from the moment you depart to the very end.
This tour takes you across Japan in the lap of luxury, revealing the country’s fascinating culture with a string of passport moments, from learning how to make sushi with a master sushi chef and tasting modern Japanese fine dining to enjoying a traditional geisha show. Your adventure will combine authentic cultural experiences with sightseeing highlights and hand-picked luxury accommodations.
Travel from the dynamic city of Osaka with its glittering skyline. Stay two nights here in the Imperial Hotel. Here you will be introduced to the spirit of Omotenashi. The Japanese tradition of exceptional service goes beyond politeness and aims to anticipate and fulfill guests’ desires before they even express them. This level of service will extend across the luxury properties and experiences throughout your tour.
From Osaka, travel by bullet train to the historical capital of Kyoto, stopping en route at Hiroshima to meet with a survivor for a moving insight into the tragedy. On reaching Kyoto, you will stay in the heart of the action in the elegant Hotel Granvia Kyoto, part of the JR Kyoto Building Complex, a modern and striking architectural masterpiece.
Kyoto has retained its historical charm and traditions and has several geisha districts. Your travel concierge will help you get orientated in the Gion neighborhood with a tour. Gion is an incredibly well-preserved geisha district with traditional teahouses and wooden maikos where geishas entertain customers. Be mesmerized as you experience this ancient art of entertainment over a lunch of traditional Kyo-Kaiseki cuisine.
Travel by bullet train to Mishima, stopping by iconic Mount Fuji. Here choose to ride the Kachi-Kachi Ropeway Cable Car, which takes you on a scenic ride to the top of Mount Tenjo for panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, or visit the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum, which showcases the stunning textile art of renowned artist Itchiku Koubota.
Next, immerse yourself in the metropolis of Tokyo with its incredible culinary scene and dynamic cityscape. A sightseeing tour helps you soak in the city’s sights and sounds, unveiling both hidden secrets and popular landmarks. Despite the city’s modernity, discover historic temples and shrines scattered throughout. You can choose to learn the art of sushi making with a master sushi chef before enjoying a sumptuous lunch of their accomplished creations.
Head to the city of Sendai and the tranquil Matsushima Bay. The view of Matsushima Bay is celebrated as one of the Three Views of Japan. These views are considered some of the most beautiful spots in Japan and have become iconic symbols of Japanese aesthetics and feature heavily in Japanese literature and art. Take a cruise around the bay and its many pine-covered islets to soak in the serene beauty.
Uncover more of traditional Japanese culture as you participate in a Sendai Tea Ceremony. Engage with your host as you learn the secret of making the perfect matcha green tea. Tea Ceremonies are performed in tea houses located in perfectly manicured tea gardens. A tea ceremony emphasizes a blend of simplicity, harmony, and nature and is a unique insight into Japanese culture.
Travel to Hiroskia City to view the atmospheric Hiroskia Castle with its three-tiered donjon (central tower). Built-in 1611 by the feudal lord Tsugaru Tamenobu it is set in a vast park with over 2500 cherry trees and is known for its gorgeous cherry blossoms. Meet with a cherry blossom doctor to learn more about the care of these beautiful trees.
Enjoy a two-night stay in Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel. Overlooking the Oirase Gorge with its cascading mountain streams, waterfalls, and pristine forest, the hotel offers stunning views. The well-appointed, spacious rooms combine traditional Japanese design elements, and the hotel’s aesthetics perfectly harmonize with its natural surroundings. There is an outdoor natural hot pool to enjoy as you soak in the tranquil setting. Named an Onsen in Japan, these natural hot pools have a deep cultural significance to the Japanese.
Discover the magic of sake as you meet with brewmaster Takumi Sato and take a tour of his brewery. Learn about drinking etiquette and its cultural significance as you raise a glass in the spectacular setting of the Oirase Gorge.
Spend your last day immersing yourself in Tokyo’s vibrant city life, visiting the oldest temple in Tokyo, Senso-ji Temple, and the frenetic shopping street Nakamise that grew up around it trading food and drink to passing pilgrims. Then, say farewell to Japan with a celebration dinner that showcases modern Japanese fine dining amongst the bright lights of Tokyo.
This tour uncovers Japan’s rich cultural life, unspoiled natural beauty, and cutting-edge cities in a series of curated moments. The memories you make on this exquisite trip will last a lifetime.
