AAT Kings, the leading Australia and New Zealand guided tour operator, has launched its new 2025/2026 season itineraries, featuring an array of new experiences and limited time deals – and new incentives for UK and Ireland agents to go with them.
Agents can register for a morning training webinar with Heather Colbourn and Gary Skilling; three sessions are available on Monday 9th, Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th September. Pre-registration is essential, but a recording will be made available to anyone who can’t dial in on the day. Five ‘coffee and cake’ vouchers of £10 each will be given away during each session, and a booking incentive available only to those who register will also be on offer. Valid for agents making bookings before 6 December, there will be one €500 life:style Ultimate gift card* for the agent making the most bookings, followed by one for €250 and one for €100. To register for the webinar, contact your account manager or complete the registration form here.
Discounts of up to 15% are available for bookings made before 6 December 2024, on selected departures from the new programme.
There is one new itinerary for 2025/26 – a 10 day Tropical Queensland tour including two UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics of Queensland, as well as a two-night stay on Magnetic Island – an itinerary first for AAT Kings. The tour can be done from Gold Coast to Cairns or in return, and is included in the sale, with prices from €4133 down from €4741, per person, excluding flights.
Highlights of the new experiences on offer in the 2025 and 2026 itineraries, include:
● Hamelin Bay Wines, Western Australia: Savour premium wines while exploring the stunning vineyards
● Wildflower Guided Walk, Kings Park, Western Australia: Immerse yourself in the vibrant flora of Kings Park with a guided walk
● Forage for Botanicals at Wild Yarnbala, South Australia: Embrace the wild side with bush food foraging and a didgeridoo lap-steel guitar performance
● Iron Creek Bay Farm Estate, Tasmania: Enjoy a secluded stay on a working farm, picking and sampling fresh fruits
● Mimbi Caves, Western Australia: Discover First Nations culture with an Indigenous guide at the spectacular Mimbi Caves, part of the 350-million-year-old Devonian Great Barrier Reef
● Pounamu Pathway, New Zealand: Discover the ancestral home of Poutini Ngāi Tahu at Māwhera Pā, where you will learn about giants, warriors, and the sacred greenstone, pounamu
● Cruise New Zealand’s Loveliest Lake, Lake Manapouri: Embark on a jet boat cruise across Lake Manapouri from Te Anau, supporting the conservation of Pomona and Rona Islands through the Pomona Island Charitable Trust
● Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Tour, Kangaroo Island: Discover the process of eucalyptus oil production and enjoy the scenic beauty of Kangaroo Island
● Highlands Motorsport Museum, New Zealand: Experience the thrill of motorsport history and marvel at classic cars
● Tasmanian Gourmet Sauce Company: Delight in a gastronomic adventure, tasting gourmet sauces and learning about their production
The new season launch includes the addition of a number of MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences, such as tours of Devils @ Cradle Tasmanian conservation sanctuary and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site. These tours are designed to provide in-depth insights into local communities and projects with a positive impact, enabling guests to explore the beauty and cultural richness of Australia and New Zealand.
Ben Hall, CEO, said: “The new experiences in the 2025/26 programme really do enhance our itineraries, taking them to the next level with more variety, more culture and heritage, more excitement and more discovery. Whether guests are looking for new MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences or want to get reacquainted with the benefits of group travel and coach touring, we invite everyone to discover more with AAT Kings.”
