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Distant Journeys are the experts in leisurely and flexible touring holidays to Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India, Sri Lanka, China, Japan and Vietnam & Cambodia. Our award-winning tours offer exceptional value for money, with prices that include scheduled international flights, a choice of outbound stopovers on Australasian tours, superior hotel accommodation, all breakfasts, many exciting city sightseeing tours as well as some extra special and exclusive experiences, such as an overnight journey on the legendary Ghan in Australia, and a cruise on Milford Sound in New Zealand. Plus we include the things you may not think about, that make a big difference – like hotel porterage, a welcome drink, experienced tour managers, complimentary WiFi in many hotels and full ATOL protection for your holiday. With a choice of UK departure airports, a choice of outbound stopovers on Australian and New Zealand holidays, the flexibility to book excursions and experiences that you want to do whilst on tour – you can create your perfect holiday to one of our wonderful worldwide destinations.

13/10/2026

NEW! Taste of India tour 🇮🇳🐅

We’re thrilled to introduce our brand-new nine-day Taste of India tour, offering an unforgettable introduction to India’s rich heritage, fascinating history and extraordinary wildlife.

Explore the vibrant streets of Delhi before searching for Bengal tigers on three game drives in Ranthambore National Park. Enjoy birdwatching and high tea at Jhumar Bawadi before a memorable finale in Agra, standing before the remarkable Taj Mahal and hearing the poignant story behind this monument to love. 🕌

Travelling solo? Join a small group of no more than 24 travellers and share incredible experiences with like-minded explorers. With a single supplement of just £295 for 2027 departures, it’s a wonderful opportunity to discover India in great company.

💸 Last-Minute Savings: Save £100 per person when you book our Taste of India tour by 30th October 2026.

Find out more via our bio or contact one of our travel experts on freephone 0800 141 3664 ☎️

12/10/2026

As Canada celebrates Thanksgiving, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the incredible places and experiences that make this country so special. 🇨🇦

From the breathtaking turquoise lakes and towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies to the vibrant autumn colours that sweep across its forests, Canada offers spectacular scenery at every turn. Discover charming towns, explore fascinating cities and keep an eye out for the incredible wildlife that calls this vast wilderness home.

With so much to see and experience, Canada promises an unforgettable adventure. Why not make this Thanksgiving the inspiration for your next holiday?

Wishing everyone celebrating a very Happy Canadian Thanksgiving! 🍁🍂

09/10/2026

✈️ Ready to plan your next adventure? Explore our top tour holidays for October.

🇦🇺 Grand Tour of Australia – NEW TOUR
Discover Australia on this epic 36-day journey through Perth, Darwin, Cairns, Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney. Experience the Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays and Uluru, enjoy a two-night all-inclusive journey aboard The Ghan and uncover Aboriginal heritage, tropical rainforests and world-renowned w**e regions.

🇮🇳 Brahmaputra River & Darjeeling
Named among The Times' ‘11 of the best India tours’, this unforgettable 17-day adventure combines vibrant cities, tea plantations and an exclusively chartered cruise along the mighty Brahmaputra River. Visit Mumbai, Kolkata and Darjeeling while immersing yourself in India's rich culture, history and landscapes.

🇱🇰 Treasures of Sri Lanka – Exclusively for Solos
Recently featured in HELLO!’s guide to finding the perfect solo holiday, this 14-day journey is designed exclusively for solo travellers. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, explore spectacular national parks and look out for elephants, leopards, crocodiles and a wealth of birdlife, all while travelling with like-minded adventurers.

🇵🇪 The Very Best of Peru
Due to demand, we've added additional 2027 departure dates for this incredible 19-day tour. Recommended by our South America Tour Manager as one of the best times to visit, April offers lush green landscapes, colourful markets and quieter archaeological sites. Discover Lake Titicaca, Machu Picchu and Peru's remarkable history, culture and scenery.

Special Offers: With savings available across all of our tours, there's never been a better time to plan your next adventure. Offers ending from 30th October.

Find out more via our bio or contact one of our travel experts on freephone 0800 141 3664 ☎️

07/10/2026

NEW! Australia 2027–2028 brochure out now ✈️

Explore our Australia collection, now with 2028 departure dates and three brand-new itineraries!

🚂 26-day Australian Rail & Sea Adventure
Experience Australia from a different perspective as heritage railways, coastal train journeys and scenic cruises reveal the country’s iconic landscapes. Highlights include a Sydney Harbour dinner cruise, the Kuranda Scenic Railway, the Whitsunday Islands, the Spirit of Queensland and the colourful coral gardens of the Great Barrier Reef.

🛳️ 28-day Australia, Tasmania & Murray River Cruise
Our new 28-day tour explores vibrant Melbourne, iconic Sydney, tropical Cairns, the Red Centre and Tasmania. At the heart of the tour is a three-night Murray River cruise aboard the PS Australian Star, alongside six nights exploring Tasmania’s rugged wilderness, including Cradle Mountain and the Gordon River.

🇦🇺 36-day Grand Tour of Australia
Discover the scale and diversity of Australia on an epic journey from Perth to Melbourne and Adelaide. Encounter native wildlife, explore a tropical rainforest, taste w**e in the Barossa Valley and learn about the country’s history and Aboriginal heritage, with an unforgettable two-night journey aboard The Ghan.

💸 Special Offers: Homebound stopovers from only £29 per person when you book a tour to Australia and/or New Zealand – that’s a saving of up to £632 per couple. Offers end from 30th October 2026.

Find out more at distantjourneys.co.uk/our-brochures or contact to one of our travel experts on freephone 0800 141 3664. 📞

30/09/2026

Final Call… Worldwide Special Offers end TODAY! ✈️

This is your last chance to take advantage of incredible savings of up to £250 per person available across all of our destinations. ✨

Don't miss out, offers end today at 7:00pm. ⏰

📞 Call our friendly travel experts on 0800 141 3664 or visit distantjourneys.co.uk/offers to find out more.

28/09/2026

There's only 48 hours left to take advantage of incredible savings of up to £250 per person with our Worldwide Special Offers – available across all of our destinations.

🐘 Save up to £250 per person on tours to Sri Lanka.

🇪🇬 Save up to £250 per person on Egypt tours.

✨ Save up to £200 per person on Asia tours including India, Nepal & Bhutan, Japan, Vietnam & Cambodia, China and Borneo.

🌿 Save up to £200 per person on tours to Africa, Costa Rica, South America and many of our Exclusively Solos tours with NO single supplement.

🍁 Save up to £175 per person on our USA & Canada tours.

🌸 Save £100 per person on Uzbekistan tours.

🦘 Discover Australia and/or New Zealand and enjoy a homebound stopover from just £29 per person, saving up to £632 per couple. Choose from Dubai, Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Sentosa Island or Bali.

Don't miss out, offers end on Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 7:00pm.💸

📞 Call our friendly travel experts on 0800 141 3664 or visit distantjourneys.co.uk/offers to find out more

26/09/2026

⏰ We’re extending our opening hours!

Our Personal Tour Consultants are now available seven days a week, with longer hours Monday to Friday, making it even easier to start planning your next unforgettable adventure. 🌍

And with our Worldwide Special Offers ending at 7pm on 30th September 2026, you’ll have even more opportunity to speak to our travel experts

For more information see the link in bio or contact one of our travel experts on our freephone 0800 141 3664. ☎️

25/09/2026

It's not too late to plan your trip… late availability on 2026 & early 2027 departures ✈️

Whilst some of our tours have sold out already, we do still have limited availability in most destinations such as India, China and Japan, or further afield in Australia and New Zealand.

With Worldwide Special Offers available across all of our tours you can save up to £200 per person on 2026 & early 2027 departure dates, book now to avoid missing out.

📅 For those looking further ahead, we also have additional 2027 availability across all our destinations, with selected tours available for 2028.

For more information see link in bio or contact one of our travel experts on our freephone 0800 141 3664. ☎️

23/09/2026

Time is running out... our Worldwide Special Offers end in one week! 💸

Take advantage of incredible savings of up to £250 per person available across all of our worldwide destinations.

Whether you're planning ahead for 2027/28 or want to travel sooner, now is the time to plan your next adventure. ✈️

Don't miss out, offers end on Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 7:00pm. ⏰

📞 Call our friendly travel experts on 0800 141 3664 or visit distantjourneys.co.uk/offers to find out more.

22/09/2026

Your next solo adventure is calling…

Our Exclusively Solos tours are designed for those who want to see more of the world with NO single supplement.

From the vibrant streets and ancient temples of Japan and India, to the extraordinary landscapes of Australia and New Zealand, discover unforgettable destinations in the company of a small group of fellow solo travellers.

Plus, for a limited time save up to £250 per person, plus enjoy 50% off single supplements on selected Classic Tours, including The Very Best of Egypt, The Very Best of Borneo, The Very Best of California and Classic Sri Lanka.

⏰ Special Offers end at 7:00pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026.

📞 Call our friendly travel experts on 0800 141 3664 or visit distantjourneys.co.uk/offers to find out more.

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Ormskirk
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Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

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