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There’s magic in the familiar — in landscapes that whisper stories we haven’t yet heard, in waters we’ve only seen from afar, in wildlife we pass by without noticing. With Close To Home Voyages, we invite you to step into expedition-style travel without the long haul.
Imagine sunrises over coastlines you can almost reach in a day, vibrant islands just off your flight-path, the kind of local culture you absorb deeply because you’re not rushing. From Australia’s rugged shores to the quiet wilderness of New Zealand’s coasts, from hidden Pacific gems to lush jungles just beyond your door, these are journeys made for exploring without the fatigue.
Every trip is designed to bring you closer — closer to nature, peace, culture, wonder. Let us take you there, where the adventure begins just at your doorstep.
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Set sail on this authentic expedition cruise as our unique itinerary sees us exploring ancient castles, serenely beautiful gardens and opulent temples and shrines combined with witnessing some of Japan's stunning natural landscapes.
These islands represent a priceless ecosystem. Joining this expedition redefines natural history travel and will leave you wishing you could have spent more time there.
Discover the time-forgot rawness of wildlife rich Stewart and Ulva Islands before exploring the primordial majesty of Fiordland where clouds scud ragged peaks of glacier-cleaved mountains only accessible by expedition ship, and the rare opportunity to combine these iconic destinations on one voyage.
Snares, Bounty, Antipodes, Auckland, Campbell, Macquarie and Chatham Islands. They are music to the ears of ‘Birders'. This expedition is the only one to include all of these islands.
For botanists, birders, photographers and nature lovers alike, this expedition offers numerous opportunities to spot once-in-a-lifetime species and experience rare wildlife encounters on remote and unknown islands.
Set sail with Swan Hellenic on an unforgettable small-ship expedition cruise through Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands — one of the most remote and culturally rich regions on Earth.
For botanists, birders, photographers and nature lovers alike, this expedition offers numerous opportunities to spot once-in-a-lifetime species and experience rare wildlife encounters on remote and unknown islands.
Sail into a world few ever experience where unique time-honoured traditions and elaborately costumed dancers welcome us into their world as we as we explore the rich history, cultures and wildlife of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu on this 18-day authentic expedition cruise.
This voyage has been specially designed to explore and experience Japan's seamless blend of ancient customs with ultramodern living, incredible wilderness, wildlife and renowned arts as we cruise from iconic cities to remote coastlines and islands.
