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Swain's Southern Africa
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A ten-night immersion into the best that South Africa has to offer. The first three nights are spent in Cape Town, touring the iconic Table Mountain and seeing the African penguins at Cape Peninsula National Park. Next, the trip moves to Sabi Sands Game Reserve where you will see the renowned Big Five--lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalo, and elephants--in their natural habitat. Watch lions stalk the plains and elephants bathe in watering holes. Afterward, spend a night in Johannesburg, the “City of Gold,” taking in the eclectic, local culture. Conclude your journey by visiting the thunderous Victoria Falls--one of the Seven Natural World Wonders.

11 days$368 / day
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Tales of Victoria & Tasmania
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Embark on a southern adventure highlighting Victoria and Tasmania. Begin your Aussie journey in Melbourne where you'll take in the city's highlights. From there, venture to the Yarra Valley where vineyards dot the region. The Mornington Peninsula is your next stop, home to incredible walking trails and antique shops. Your trip continues in Tasmania, where you'll discover breathtaking Freycinet National Park, home to incredible wildlife and vistas. Round out your journey in Hobart, Tasmania's capital city.

12 days$620 / day
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Australia New Zealand Encounter
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A sampling of these two Pacific gems, Australia New Zealand Encounter is the perfect opportunity to see what these two have to offer. New Zealand’s South Island is an adventure enthusiast’s paradise. Cruise through Milford Sound taking in the panoramic views. If you’re looking for a rush, take a leap of faith on bungee jump, go fast on a jet boat or opt for a helicopter tour. Spend a day at sea on a Great Barrier Reef tour; snorkeling with the local sea life or lazing on the boat. Get familiar with Sydney; take a photo in front of the Sydney Opera House, stroll along Sydney Harbour or check out one of Sydney’s beautiful beaches.

12 days$183 / day
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North Island Sampler
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The North Island of New Zealand is known for lush landscapes, unique wildlife and unparalleled service. Arrive in Auckland to stunning harbors and friendly faces. Spend a day in New Zealand’s biggest city before you hop in the car and put the pedal to the metal. Bound for the Coromandel Peninsula, lush rainforests and remote beaches await to be discovered. Go fishing for some big ones or walk among one of the many coastal walkways. As your drive brings you to Rotorua you can relax in the Whakarewarewa Thermal area, learn about shearing on a traditional sheep farm or check out hundreds of giant rainbow trout at Rainbow Springs. One thing is for sure, adventure and nature are abundant in North Island Sampler , an ideal self-drive excursion through this distinctive country.

8 days$204 / day
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Wine and Wildlife
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Romance and relaxation are in store for you on this 12 night adventure. Arrive in Sydney and enjoy a harbor cruise, taking in the gorgeous views and sights from Sydney Harbour. Drive yourself from Sydney to Hunter Valley where quaint farming country and wine tasting await. Once you head down to Adelaide it’s time for adventure. Full day tours of Kangaroo Island and the Barossa Valley are on the itinerary. Enjoy the iconic animal of Australia and more wine sampling as you absorb the culture of southern Australia. Wine and Wildlife combines the great outdoors with Australian culture, the perfect mix of relaxation, fun and sightseeing to give you a real taste of Aussie life.

13 days$219 / day
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Island Adventurer
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Journey on a unique island adventure, combining silky sands with Kiwi culture. Begin your itinerary in the Cook Islands. A tiny chain of only 15 islands, the Cook Islands offer the ultimate escape from the civilized world. Spend one night in Rarotonga before making your way to Aitutaki for some rest and relaxation in paradise. After your fill of R&R, head to New Zealand, where culture embraces you. Learn about the Maori people, while seeing the beautiful, ever-changing landscapes or New Zealand's North Island. This sea and land itinerary combines the best of both worlds.

13 days$417 / day
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Corie Coleman

Oct 2024

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Australia the right way!

Grant St. Clair planned my recent 3 week trip to Australia and did an absolutely fantastic job. The woman who planned my previous trip, Jan Miur, provided some addi...

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Gena

Oct 2024

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We are mostly "roll your own" vacation…

We are mostly "roll your own" vacation planners, but realized we needed help to plan two "bucket list" trips, to Australia/New Zealand in 2022 and to South Africa/Vi...

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Timothy

Sep 2024

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I used Swain to help plan my dream…

I used Swain to help plan my dream trip fo Africa to celebrate my 50th Birthday. Best travel decision I’ve ever made. From the moment I started with the team at...

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Linda Mills

Jul 2024

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Fantastic Tour - Wonderful Hotels

Garry planned a wonderful tour for the 2 of us. All the guides showed up on time and were wonderful. Hotels were in excellent locations, rooms had a beautiful view...

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Justin Dolan

Mar 2022

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Experts in knowledge and service!…

I have worked with Swain for travel in Australia and Africa. On both continents they have always exceeded expectations. I have never written a review until now, but...

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