A. Yes. Private travel is one of our specialities.
Our private holidays are designed for travellers who prefer to explore at their own pace, with their own private guides and arrangements. You’ll find private travel options within our Bespoke, Private Travel and Platinum collections, as well as our private safari programmes.
Private holidays can operate from just one traveller, making them ideal for solo travellers, couples, friends travelling together or families. They are also particularly well suited to multi-generational family holidays, where everyone can enjoy the journey together while having the flexibility to tailor the experience to suit different interests and ages.
A. Yes. We offer a selection of carefully chosen luxury travel experiences.
Our Platinum Collection features bespoke luxury holidays arranged on a private basis, with a focus on exceptional accommodation, personal service and memorable experiences.
Our Super Deluxe category includes personally inspected five-star hotels and luxury cruises, with carefully selected room and cabin options offering views such as the Pyramids, Nile, Bosphorus, and Acropolis.
For travellers who appreciate comfort, quality, and attention to detail, we can create a luxury journey that combines cultural discovery with time to relax and enjoy your surroundings.
A. Yes. We offer both small-group and coach travel in selected destinations.
Small-group travel is a wonderful way to explore with like-minded travellers while enjoying the knowledge and experience of a local guide. We offer small-group and coach tours in destinations including Turkey, Sri Lanka, Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Italy and the Arctic. Our African small-group programmes include Tanzania and South Africa, with a choice of safari experiences.
Many of our small-group journeys have guaranteed departures with a minimum of just two travellers, giving you the confidence to make your plans well in advance.
Q. Does Innovative Travel offer small-group or private African safaris?
A. Yes. We offer both private safaris and small-group safari experiences.
For a more personal safari experience, our private programmes feature exclusive game reserves and carefully selected lodges across a number of African destinations.
If you prefer the companionship and value of travelling with a small group, we also offer scheduled small-group safaris in destinations including South Africa and Tanzania.
We also offer first-class four-star safari experiences in Malawi, Namibia, Rwanda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe providing a more affordable way to experience Africa in comfort.
Whether you are travelling solo, as a couple, with friends or with family, we can help you choose a safari that suits your preferred style of travel.
A. We make arriving as easy as possible.
All Innovative Travel clients travelling to Egypt and Jordan benefit from our private Meet & Assist private airport service in Cairo, Luxor, Alexandria, Amman and Aqaba.
On arrival, our locally based Airport team will meet you inside immigration and assist you through the Express Immigration service. Your pre-arranged Egypt or Jordan visa will also be ready for you on arrival, where applicable.
It’s one less thing to worry about after a long international flight.
This service is available to Australian, New Zealand, UK, USA and Canadian passport holders. Travellers of other nationalities are welcome to check with us regarding visa and arrival arrangements.
A. Yes. Your holiday can be tailored to you.
Our suggested itineraries are a starting point rather than a fixed schedule. Private and bespoke holidays can be extended, shortened or adapted to suit your interests and the amount of time you have available.
For example, you might choose to spend two or three days exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum, add another day on Luxor’s West Bank, or simply allow more time to relax and enjoy your hotel.
We can tailor the itinerary around the way you want to travel.
A. The earlier, the better.
We recommend planning and booking as far in advance as possible, particularly if you're travelling during peak seasons or looking to include sought-after accommodation and experiences. Many of our most popular journeys, boutique lodges, small-group tours and exclusive experiences have limited availability and can book out well ahead of departure.
Q. Can I book an Innovative Travel holiday through my travel agent?
A. Absolutely.
We work closely with Travel Agents and Travel Brokers throughout New Zealand and Australia. Your travel professional can manage all aspects of your booking, including flights, travel insurance and pre-travel arrangements, while serving as your primary point of contact throughout the planning process.
At the same time, you'll benefit from the expertise, destination knowledge and personalised service of the Innovative Travel team, ensuring a seamless travel experience from start to finish.
Q. How fit do I need to be?
A. A reasonable level of mobility and fitness is recommended for most of our journeys.
Travelling often involves walking through historic and cultural sites, navigating cobblestone streets, uneven terrain, nature trails and, in some destinations, sandy desert tracks. Being comfortable with these activities will help you get the most enjoyment from your holiday.
Activity levels can vary between itineraries, and our Holiday Consultants are happy to discuss the physical requirements of any journey. If you have health concerns or mobility limitations, we recommend speaking with us before booking so we can help determine the most suitable travel options for your needs.