At Sonia Jones Travel, most people know us for tailor-made itineraries, luxury hotels, cruises and complex travel planning. But behind the scenes, we also work with an incredible range of specialist travel partners that many clients may not realise we have access to.

 

Some are familiar names you may already know. Others are niche products we think deserve more attention. All offer something a little different.

 

Here are a few that have caught our eye lately.

 

 

If you love travel that goes deeper than the usual sightseeing, Martin Randall Travel’s expert-led cultural journeys are exceptional. Their tours focus on themes like art, architecture, archaeology, music, history, gastronomy and gardens, with guest lecturers and specialist guides bringing destinations to life.

 

These are thoughtful, highly curated journeys for travellers who genuinely love learning while they travel.

 

Yes, we can now book Luxury Escapes.

 

Many clients already know and love the platform for its curated hotel stays, packages, cruises and travel offers. The difference when booking through SJT is that you still enjoy your Société membership benefits and rewards, but you also have us managing the reservation and helping if plans change or things go wrong.

 

Best of both worlds, really.

 

Not all walking tours are created equal.

 

Classic Journeys specialises in small-group cultural walking experiences that combine gentle activity with incredible food, local connections and immersive travel experiences. Think village lunches, local wine, fascinating stories and slower travel, rather than hiking boots and exhaustion.

 

We also love their strong commitment to responsible and sustainable travel practices.

 

Nat Hab’s philosophy is “conservation through exploration”, and that really sums them up beautifully. These are thoughtful small-group adventures designed for travellers who love wildlife, nature, photography and meaningful experiences in extraordinary places. Polar regions, safaris, Alaska, Costa Rica, the Galápagos… this is adventure travel done well.

 

They also offer women-only departures led by female expedition leaders and guides.

 

One of the most exciting new luxury rail experiences in the world is now operating across Italy.

 

Orient Express La Dolce Vita is a brand-new art deco-inspired train experience celebrating the glamour of Italian travel, cuisine and culture. It’s not the Belmond Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, but an entirely new concept developed by Orient Express and Accor.

 

Interest for 2027 departures is already incredibly strong, so now is the time to start planning if this is on your wishlist.

 

And a bonus: Donna from our team has experienced the train first-hand.

 

Japan is one of our most requested destinations, but not everyone wants a fully escorted tour… or to navigate Tokyo Station entirely solo.

 

These rail journeys by our partner Railbookers are a brilliant middle ground. They combine independent travel with practical local support, including accommodation, Green Car rail travel, private transfers, sightseeing and local English-speaking assistants in each city to help travellers confidently navigate the rail system.

 

Perfect for travellers who want flexibility, but with a safety net.

 

The latest edition of Virtuoso Life Australia & New Zealand has arrived, and if you’re dreaming about England lately, the Cotswolds feature is particularly lovely.

 

Browse the latest issue here:
Virtuoso Life Australia & New Zealand

Whether you’re looking for a classic European journey, a wildlife adventure, a rail holiday or simply something a little different, we’re always happy to help match you with the right style of travel experience.

 

📧 hello@soniajonestravel.com
📞 07 3778 3849

 

or get in touch with your SJT travel advisor!