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| El Questro Wilderness Park East Kimberley |
The new season introduces fresh Small Group journeys, immersive local experiences and thoughtfully designed itineraries that put greater emphasis on regional communities, local stories, nature, culture and meaningful connections.
Rather than simply visiting famous landmarks, the new AAT Kings tours invite travellers to slow down and discover the people, landscapes and stories that give each destination its character.
To celebrate the launch, travellers can also save up to $2,200 per couple in Australia or up to $2,800 per couple in New Zealand on selected 2027/28 departures when booked between 10 August and 30 September 2026, for travel between 1 April 2027 and 31 March 2028, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.
A New Way to Discover Regional New South Wales
One of the major highlights of the new season is the nine-day Outback New South Wales Adventurer.
The new Small Group journey takes travellers well beyond the traditional New South Wales tourist trail, exploring the extraordinary landscapes, history, Aboriginal heritage and communities of the state's outback.
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| The Three Sisters, Blue Mountains |
Travellers can descend into Australia's oldest commercial opal mine at White Cliffs, explore the mining and artistic heritage of Broken Hill and visit the Living Desert Sculptures, where monumental artworks meet the dramatic outback landscape.
The itinerary also includes historic Silverton, a former mining town with a fascinating character of its own.
One of the most significant experiences is a visit to World Heritage-listed Mungo National Park, where travellers can discover more than 40,000 years of Aboriginal history with a local guide.
The journey demonstrates how regional New South Wales can offer an extraordinary travel experience for those prepared to venture beyond the state's major cities and better-known attractions.
Small Group Touring Creates Deeper Connections
Small Group touring is an increasingly appealing way to explore Australia and New Zealand.
With fewer travellers, itineraries can operate at a more considered pace, while experiences can focus more closely on local communities, distinctive accommodation and encounters that may not be practical for larger groups.
AAT Kings has continued to expand its Small Group collection as travellers seek more personal and authentic experiences.
The 2027/28 season builds on this approach with new journeys that combine iconic scenery with local encounters.
For travellers, the result is a holiday that can feel less like moving from one attraction to another and more like discovering a destination through the people who live there.
New Zealand's South Island Takes Centre Stage
New Zealand's spectacular South Island receives particular attention in the new season, with two new Small Group itineraries: South Island Splendour and South Island Highlights.
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| TSS Earnslaw NZ |
Travellers can meet local farming families at Real Country, gaining an insight into rural New Zealand and the people who work the land.
Another highlight is an overnight Milford Mariner cruise on Piopiotahi, better known internationally as Milford Sound.
Being on the water overnight provides a different perspective of one of New Zealand's most famous natural landscapes, allowing travellers to experience the dramatic environment during the quieter hours of the day.
Experiencing Milford Sound Differently
Milford Sound is one of New Zealand's most celebrated natural attractions, but an overnight experience offers an opportunity to appreciate it beyond the traditional day-trip visit.
Travelling aboard the Milford Mariner allows guests to spend more time within the fiord and experience the surrounding mountains, waterways and rainforest environment at a slower pace.
The experience is particularly suited to travellers who value scenery, photography, nature and a sense of escape.
By incorporating the overnight cruise into its new Small Group itineraries, AAT Kings is giving travellers another way to experience one of the South Island's most memorable destinations.
Travel with Purpose at the Oamaru Penguin Conservation Centre
The new 2027/28 season also expands AAT Kings' MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experiences, bringing purpose-led travel further into its touring program.
Among the new experiences is a visit to the Oamaru Penguin Conservation Centre in New Zealand.
The experience provides travellers with behind-the-scenes insight into the conservation of little blue penguins and the work being undertaken to protect one of New Zealand's much-loved native species.
For visitors, the experience provides more than an opportunity to see wildlife.
It offers an understanding of the conservation challenges facing native species and the importance of protecting New Zealand's natural environment for future generations.
This type of experience reflects the growing interest in responsible and purpose-led tourism, where travellers can contribute to or learn about initiatives that benefit local communities, wildlife and the environment.
Travel Beyond the Iconic Attractions
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| Gorge tour with Nitmiluk Tours |
Australia and New Zealand are famous for spectacular scenery and iconic attractions, but the experiences that travellers remember most can often be found away from the major tourist sites.
Meeting a farmer, talking with a local guide, learning about Aboriginal history, visiting a conservation centre or spending a night surrounded by a remarkable natural landscape can provide a deeper understanding of a destination.
These encounters can transform a sightseeing holiday into a more meaningful travel experience.
New Short Breaks Add Greater Flexibility
Not every traveller has the time to commit to an extended touring holiday.
Recognising this, AAT Kings is introducing a range of new Short Break itineraries for the 2027/28 season.
These shorter journeys provide greater flexibility for travellers who want to explore an iconic destination without taking a long holiday.
Short Breaks can also be combined with longer independent holidays, allowing travellers to add a professionally organised touring experience to a broader itinerary.
This flexibility may appeal particularly to travellers who want the convenience of guided touring while retaining some independent travel time.
AAT Kings Looks to the Future of Touring
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| Walter Peak Station Queenstown |
The company's approach is based around connecting travellers with local people, stories, communities, cultures and landscapes.
That philosophy is evident throughout the 2027/28 collection, from the remote landscapes of outback New South Wales to New Zealand's farms, conservation projects and spectacular South Island scenery.
For travellers, it creates a broader choice of ways to explore Australia and New Zealand.
Savings for the 2027/28 Travel Season
The launch of the new season also brings a limited-time New Season sale.
Travellers can save up to $2,200 per couple in Australia and up to $2,800 per couple in New Zealand on selected 2027/28 departures.
The offer applies to bookings made between 10 August and 30 September 2026 for travel between 1 April 2027 and 31 March 2028, subject to applicable conditions, selected departures and availability.
With new Small Group journeys, Short Breaks and immersive experiences being introduced, the sale provides an opportunity to plan an Australia or New Zealand holiday well ahead.
Travellers considering popular departure dates should check availability and the full sale terms when booking.
Australia and New Zealand Through a Different Lens
AAT Kings' 2027/28 season reflects an important evolution in escorted touring.
The focus is shifting from simply seeing the highlights to understanding what makes a destination special.
In outback New South Wales, that means exploring Aboriginal heritage, mining history, remote landscapes and regional communities.
In New Zealand, it means meeting farming families, experiencing Milford Sound at a slower pace and learning about native wildlife conservation.
Together, these experiences offer travellers a more intimate perspective of Australia and New Zealand.
Start Planning Your 2027/28 Adventure
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| Lake Argyle |
Whether the attraction is the red earth and remote landscapes of outback New South Wales, the dramatic scenery of New Zealand's South Island, a meaningful conservation experience or a shorter escape, the new collection provides opportunities to travel at a more considered pace.
The emphasis is on going beyond the postcard views and discovering the stories, people and places that make each journey memorable.
With the New Season sale running until 30 September 2026, now is an ideal time to explore the new itineraries and consider where the next journey might lead.
AAT Kings
Website: www.aatkings.comAddress: AAT Kings, Australia and New Zealand
For details of the 2027/28 season, new tours, Small Group journeys, Short Breaks, MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experiences, availability and current offers, visit the official AAT Kings website.
AAT Kings 2027/28 New Season Sale
Website: www.aatkings.comBooking period: 10 August 2026 to 30 September 2026
Travel period: 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2028
Offer: Savings of up to $2,200 per couple in Australia or up to $2,800 per couple in New Zealand on selected departures, subject to applicable terms and conditions.
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