Special interest vacations

We all have something we love to do. Maybe you have a passion for wildlife photography, a penchant for regional cooking, or pushing the limits of body and soul? Whatever it is, our travel experts will dovetail a cool experience neatly into your wider trip. Or if your travel companions share your obsession we're also able to design an itinerary that will immerse you from start to finish.

Specialist holidays

Explore just a few of our special interest categories for inspiration. Don't see your 'thing'? It's nothing personal, just contact us and find out what we can do for you

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Best Places to See the Northern Lights

Scott Dunn provides a wide range of bespoke tours to a number of destinations for vacations to see the Northern Lights, including Alaska, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. We have a range of luxury boutique boltholes from where you can look up at the sky in hopes of catching the Aurora. Whether you sleep in a luxury tented camp, a glass igloo, a log cabin in a remote forest, a tree house, an ice hotel, or a traditional hotel, we have a range of options up our sleeves.

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Bucket List Trips

Once the definitive scorecard of things you wanted to experience before you die, the bucket list has expanded to embrace adventure on an epic scale – with no limits for the modern-day explorer.

  • Exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences
  • Customized vacations made just for you
  • Access to private local guides
  • 24/7 seamless support
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Incredible Boat Trips

Few things beat the feeling of being on the water with the wind in your hair while watching a vibrant sunset. From iconic river cruises to private yacht charters and epic water-based safari adventures, here are some of our favorite boat trips across the world.

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Our Top Road Trips

It is hard to beat the romance and freedom of the open road. For couples and families, a road trip offers the ultimate in flexibility and adventure.

The luxury of your own space can make hitting the road one of the most relaxing ways to travel, enjoy the scenery and meet the locals. Here’s a selection of our favorite self-drives.

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Rail Journeys

Surrender to the cathartic rhythm of rail and the romance and luxury of slow travel.

  • Unique exclusive experiences
  • Curated collection of luxury accommodation
  • 24/7 seamless support
  • Customized vacations just for you
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Outdoor & Active Vacations

Is adventure in the great outdoors high on your travel wish list? If getting soaked on a white-water rafting trip or paragliding into a 5-star resort sounds like your idea of fun, check out our top outdoor and active experiences.

  • Exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences
  • Customized vacations made just for you
  • Access to private local guides
  • 24/7 seamless support
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Eco-Friendly Vacations

In travel, times are changing. Hotels across the globe are looking to the future, and the earth, to find sustainable ways to improve their green credentials and minimize their impact on the planet. From stylish, urban boltholes to remote green-minded getaways, we've chosen our favorite eco-friendly hotels, lodges and retreats to inspire a stay that doesn't cost the earth.

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Top 10 Foodie Vacations

From our love of food and travel, we have whipped up 10 top experiences for you to devour on the best foodie vacations. Showcasing mouthwatering bites from around the globe, this collection of delicious adventures will get your tastebuds tingling.

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Experiential Travel

What do we mean by 'experiential' travel? We mean immersive, adventurous and authentic. A journey that gets you beneath the skin of a culture to experience life as a local.

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Private yacht charters

If unparalleled luxury, privacy and freedom are high on your vacation checklist, a sailing adventure aboard an exclusive yacht charter will tick all these boxes and more. Offering the flexibility to choose your route and create your own itinerary, you’ll be able to explore hidden bays and secret beaches in the utmost style.

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Walking Vacations

What better way is there to explore some of the most beautiful corners of the world than on foot. It’s an opportunity to re-connect with nature, to get out into the great outdoors for an adventure like no other.

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Luxury horse riding vacations

If you or your children love horseback riding or want to give it a go on holiday, we have a host of ideas that will give you the chance to live the life of a cowboy, gallop through the waves on a white sandy beach, or just take a few riding lessons somewhere seriously unexpected.

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Health & wellness

Life can get a little crazy sometimes so isn't it great to know that you can escape to a luxury health and wellness retreat in a far flung destination to invigorate body and soul? Selflessly, our travel experts have tried them all so if you want to bliss out at an underwater spa in the Maldives, bend like a pretzel at a beach yoga retreat in Mexico, or refocus your mind a spiritual bolthole in the Himalayas, you're truly spoiled for choice.

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Finca La Donaira

Finca La Donaira

Andalucia, Spain

Finca La Donaira, a one-of-a-kind boutique eco-luxury property, is set high in the Andalucian countryside between Seville and Ronda. Unparalleled service, food and outdoor experiences create a perfect contrast to sightseeing in southern Spain.

Couples Riding Off the beaten track
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Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation Resort

Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation Resort

Central Valley

Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation Resort is an arty boutique country inn located in the Central Valley of Costa Rica near San Jose, with stunning views of nearby volcanoes, cloud forests and coffee plantations. Each guest room is individual in style.

Eco/ethical tourism Spa & health
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Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States of America

Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World brings luxury, sophistication and acclaimed Four Seasons service directly to the heart of Walt Disney World. Secluded in a gated residential area, the resort offers a much needed retreat after a day in the parks.

Golf Spa & health
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Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island

Desroches Island, Seychelles

Described as one of the most beautiful and unspoiled islands in the world and the largest in the far southern Amirantes group, Desroches has over 14 kilometers of beautiful sandy beaches protected by a reef rich in coral and marine life.

Couples Beach Diving
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Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Hoi An

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Hoi An

Hoi An, Central Vietnam and Beaches, Vietnam

A stylish and chic beach retreat on the deserted sands of Ha My Beach, the luxury Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Hoi An is just a short distance from the historic town of Hoi An, offering a great combination of relaxation and cultural opportunities.

Beach Golf Spa & health
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Gal Oya Lodge

Gal Oya Lodge

Gal Oya National Park, Sri Lanka's National Parks, Sri Lanka

Gal Oya Lodge is set on the outskirts of Gal Oya National Park towards Sri Lanka's east coast. Built from locally-sourced natural materials with furniture made by local craftsmen, the nine-bedroom lodge really gives guests a sense of its surroundings.

Adventure Wildlife Couples
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Galapagos Safari Camp

Galapagos Safari Camp

Galapagos, Ecuador

A new concept to the Galapagos Islands, Galapagos Safari Camp is a luxury tented camp situated on a ridge in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, bordering the national park offering magnificent views over the Pacific Ocean.

Adventure Eco/ethical tourism Wildlife
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Garonga Safari Camp

Garonga Safari Camp

Makalali Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa

Garonga Safari Camp is an exclusive luxury bush retreat comprised of six spacious safari tents within the Makalali Game Reserve. Guests can enjoy a relaxing safari experience, as well as gourmet cuisine and first-class service.

Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism Adventure
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Gora Kadan

Gora Kadan

Gora, Japan

Gora Kadan is one of Japan's most luxurious and chic Ryokans located in the Hakone National Park. It is a great base for exploring the local 'onsen' or hot springs and the surrounding Hakone area.

Spa & health Culture
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Hoanib Valley Camp

Hoanib Valley Camp

Hoanib, Skeleton Coast, Namibia

Introducing Namibia's newest luxury camp, Hoanib Valley Camp. This eco friendly camp is small and intimate with only six luxury tents and is in a prime spot for wildlife viewing with a key interest in conservation.

Adventure Eco/ethical tourism Off the beaten track
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Family Fun in Madagascar and Mauritius

Family Fun in Madagascar and Mauritius

Andasibe, Madagascar and Mauritius

Let us take your family on a journey through the Indian Ocean. In Madagascar, you’ll encounter the bizarre and wonderful wildlife that this island is so famed for before immersing yourself in the culture of the capital city. We’ll then fly you to Mauritius where you can enjoy the untouched south of the island, surrounded by tea plantations and...

Beach Diving Fishing Snorkelling

$3,700 pp

14 nights
Family Fun in Malawi

Family Fun in Malawi

Liwonde, Nyika & Lake Malawi

Stray off the usual tourist tracks and head to Malawi for a relaxed adventure in this green and productive land with towering highlands, rolling farmlands, and the vast Lake Malawi with its clear, rich waters, teeming with fish, stretching over 300 miles.

Couples Adventure Beach Wildlife

$12,900 pp

14 nights
Family Fun in Malaysia and Borneo

Family Fun in Malaysia and Borneo

Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Kinabatangan River, Kuala Lumpur & Langkawi

Ideal suited for families with older children this enticing itinerary will see you uncover the very best of what Borneo has to offer. From exhilarating water sports off Sabah’s coastline to peaceful river cruises along the Kinabatangan River in search of orangutans and proboscis monkeys. The whole family will enjoy exploring our top picks for...

Beach Wildlife Adventure Off the beaten track

$8,200 pp

11 nights
Family Fun in Mexico

Family Fun in Mexico

Mexico City, Merida & Riviera Maya

Let your children's imaginations run free as they experience the vibrant Mexican culture firsthand on this exciting personalized itinerary, taking in the excitement and colors of Mexico City, ancient Mayan ruins around Merida and the beautiful beaches of the Riviera Maya.

Culture Short Break Spa & health Beach

$8,800 pp

13 nights
Family Fun in Namibia

Family Fun in Namibia

Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha, Okonjima

Dive into adventure on an activity filled journey across the sweeping landscapes of Namibia. Set your own pace as you drive to Namibia’s iconic highlights, where intrepid families can find time to step away from the ordinary on this epic road trip. From summiting the world’s highest dunes to sleeping out under the vast African skies, we’ve packed...

Adventure Wildlife

$7,400 pp

11 nights
Family Fun in Tanzania

Family Fun in Tanzania

Selous, Stone Town & Zanzibar Beach

Journey to Tanzania for an activity filled exploration of the lesser visited Selous Game Reserve. This hidden gem in the south is ideal for intrepid families, due to its offering of immersive safari activities. After an exhilarating wildlife experience, fly over to the island of Zanzibar and delve into the enthralling culture of Stone Town, before...

Beach Wildlife Adventure Diving

$9,800 pp

7 nights
Family Fun in Turkey

Family Fun in Turkey

Istanbul & Bodrum

This dual-center itinerary is perfect for those looking for a combination of culture and relaxation, city and beach and would make a fantastic first visit to Turkey for all the family to enjoy. Delving deep into the delights of Istanbul you’ll visit the Grand Bazaar, discover the history of the Ottoman empire and visit beautiful palaces and...

Culture Beach Spa & health

$9,800 pp

11 nights
Family Fun in Uganda and Kenya

Family Fun in Uganda and Kenya

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Kibale Forest & Maasai Mara

This superb itinerary covers some of East Africa’s wildlife highlights - from the dense forests of Uganda, tracking the elusive mountain gorilla and chimpanzee, to the famous grounds of historic Giraffe Manor and finally the rolling plains of the wildlife rich Maasai Mara. A must for any wildlife enthusiast looking to tick off four major bucket...

Wildlife Adventure Couples Off the beaten track

$16,700 pp

11 nights
Family Fun in Uruguay

Family Fun in Uruguay

Buenos Aires, Carmelo & Jose Ignacio

Uruguay remains relatively unknown as a vacation destination. But with its laid-back charm, colonial towns, rolling countryside, estancias and fashionable beach scene, it is South America's best kept secret, and a relaxed, safe and ideal destination for families.

Beach Riding Golf

$7,600 pp

9 nights
Family Fun in Zimbabwe

Family Fun in Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls, Mana Pools & Hwange

Zimbabwe is a fantastic destination for a family vacation to Africa with your Teenagers. This stunning country offers fantastic safari, highly qualified guides, as well as exhilarating activities such as canoeing on the Zambezi or visits to the the awe-inspiring smoke that thunders, the famous Victoria Falls. This action-packed itinerary will cater...

Adventure Wildlife

$7,000 pp

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Best Places to See the Northern Lights

Scott Dunn provides a wide range of bespoke tours to a number of destinations for vacations to see the Northern Lights, including Alaska, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. We have a range of luxury boutique boltholes from where you can look up at the sky in hopes of catching the Aurora. Whether you sleep in a luxury tented camp, a glass igloo, a log cabin in a remote forest, a tree house, an ice hotel, or a traditional hotel, we have a range of options up our sleeves.

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Bucket List Trips

Once the definitive scorecard of things you wanted to experience before you die, the bucket list has expanded to embrace adventure on an epic scale – with no limits for the modern-day explorer.

  • Exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences
  • Customized vacations made just for you
  • Access to private local guides
  • 24/7 seamless support
Explore
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Incredible Boat Trips

Few things beat the feeling of being on the water with the wind in your hair while watching a vibrant sunset. From iconic river cruises to private yacht charters and epic water-based safari adventures, here are some of our favorite boat trips across the world.

Explore
property
Our Top Road Trips

It is hard to beat the romance and freedom of the open road. For couples and families, a road trip offers the ultimate in flexibility and adventure.

The luxury of your own space can make hitting the road one of the most relaxing ways to travel, enjoy the scenery and meet the locals. Here’s a selection of our favorite self-drives.

Explore
property
Rail Journeys

Surrender to the cathartic rhythm of rail and the romance and luxury of slow travel.

  • Unique exclusive experiences
  • Curated collection of luxury accommodation
  • 24/7 seamless support
  • Customized vacations just for you
Explore
property
Outdoor & Active Vacations

Is adventure in the great outdoors high on your travel wish list? If getting soaked on a white-water rafting trip or paragliding into a 5-star resort sounds like your idea of fun, check out our top outdoor and active experiences.

  • Exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences
  • Customized vacations made just for you
  • Access to private local guides
  • 24/7 seamless support
Explore
property
Eco-Friendly Vacations

In travel, times are changing. Hotels across the globe are looking to the future, and the earth, to find sustainable ways to improve their green credentials and minimize their impact on the planet. From stylish, urban boltholes to remote green-minded getaways, we've chosen our favorite eco-friendly hotels, lodges and retreats to inspire a stay that doesn't cost the earth.

Explore
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Top 10 Foodie Vacations

From our love of food and travel, we have whipped up 10 top experiences for you to devour on the best foodie vacations. Showcasing mouthwatering bites from around the globe, this collection of delicious adventures will get your tastebuds tingling.

Explore
property
Experiential Travel

What do we mean by 'experiential' travel? We mean immersive, adventurous and authentic. A journey that gets you beneath the skin of a culture to experience life as a local.

Explore
property
Private yacht charters

If unparalleled luxury, privacy and freedom are high on your vacation checklist, a sailing adventure aboard an exclusive yacht charter will tick all these boxes and more. Offering the flexibility to choose your route and create your own itinerary, you’ll be able to explore hidden bays and secret beaches in the utmost style.

Explore
property
Walking Vacations

What better way is there to explore some of the most beautiful corners of the world than on foot. It’s an opportunity to re-connect with nature, to get out into the great outdoors for an adventure like no other.

Explore
property
Luxury horse riding vacations

If you or your children love horseback riding or want to give it a go on holiday, we have a host of ideas that will give you the chance to live the life of a cowboy, gallop through the waves on a white sandy beach, or just take a few riding lessons somewhere seriously unexpected.

Explore
property
Health & wellness

Life can get a little crazy sometimes so isn't it great to know that you can escape to a luxury health and wellness retreat in a far flung destination to invigorate body and soul? Selflessly, our travel experts have tried them all so if you want to bliss out at an underwater spa in the Maldives, bend like a pretzel at a beach yoga retreat in Mexico, or refocus your mind a spiritual bolthole in the Himalayas, you're truly spoiled for choice.

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