Audley Travel has expanded its 2026 programme for agents, adding new regions in Egypt, a collection of lodges in Alaska and Canada, a contemporary Italian rail journey and a national park safari in northern India.
Egypt beyond the Nile
Following the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum and the launch of new cruise and dahabiya itineraries, demand for Egypt has grown, says Audley. In response, the operator has introduced El Alamein on the country’s north coast and the Siwa Desert.
Located close to Alexandria, El Alamein offers a Mediterranean climate and provides a stopover en route to Siwa. Accommodation options include Address Beach Resort Marassi, a beachfront retreat within the Marassi development.
Further inland, the remote Western Desert of Siwa combines desert safaris with cultural exploration, including the labyrinthine lanes of Shali Fortress, alongside a selection of desert properties.
A 10-day tailor-made Egypt’s lesser-visited desert and coast itinerary, including a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, costs from £5,725pp (based on two sharing) and includes flights, transfers, excursions and accommodation.
New Alaska and Canada bases
Audley has also expanded its North America portfolio with a curated collection of lodges designed as immersive bases for exploring Newfoundland and Alaska.
In St John’s, Newfoundland, Dvele Inn is a boutique property that provides a peaceful base within walking distance of downtown.
Highlights of a self-drive trip through Newfoundland include iceberg spotting along the Labrador Current, a fjord boat trip in Gros Morne National Park, whale watching from Quirpon Island Lighthouse Inn and wildlife encounters along the Northern Peninsula.
A 15-day tailor-made Newfoundland Explored self-drive tour costs from £3,995pp (based on two sharing), including flights, vehicle hire, excursions and accommodation.
In Alaska, Audley has added Tordrillo Mountain Lodge, accessible by floatplane and set on the shores of Judd Lake and the Talachulitna River. Overlooking Mount Denali and two volcanoes, the remote lodge combines rustic design with modern comfort.
Winter stays focus on heli-skiing across more than a million acres of terrain, while summer experiences range from heli-hiking and glacier trekking to salmon fishing. Audley suggests combining a stay with time in Anchorage and a rail journey to Denali National Park.
An 11-day tailor-made Alaska itinerary that includes three nights at Tordrillo Mountain Lodge costs from £13,500pp (based on two sharing), including flights, transfers, excursions and accommodation.
La Dolce Vita rail journey in Italy
For 2026, Audley has introduced a contemporary Italian rail experience aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express. The itinerary links Rome, Portofino and Venice, with opportunities for clients to extend their stay in each destination.
The journey combines vintage-inspired glamour with modern comfort, including fine dining curated by a three-Michelin-starred chef. Highlights include time in Portofino’s Piazzetta and arrival into Venice by private water taxi.
A six-day tailor-made Rome, Portofino and Venice itinerary including time on the train costs from £6,625pp (based on two sharing), including flights, transfers, excursions and accommodation.
India’s ‘Big Five’ at Dudhwa National Park
In northern India, Audley is promoting a lesser-known safari experience in Dudhwa National Park, home to what it describes as India’s ‘Big Five’: Royal Bengal Tiger, Indian Leopard, One-horned Rhino, Sloth Bear and Asian Elephant, alongside more than 450 bird species.
Clients stay at Jaagir Manor, a boutique property offering gated access to the park. Safaris can be combined with neighbouring reserves including Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, Pilibhit Tiger Reserve and Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary.
A 17-day tailor-made “North India Uncovered” itinerary costs from £6,825pp (based on two sharing), including flights, transfers, excursions and accommodation.
