Days 1 – 4

Flores / Antigua – In the heart of the Mayan world

Flight time: Paris – Guatemala City 11h15

We will set course for Central America to reach Guatemala, a land of legends and volcanoes, nicknamed the Land of Eternal Spring. Beneath the emerald canopy of Petén, you will explore the vertiginous temples of Tikal, an archaeological jewel listed by UNESCO, a silent witness to Mayan grandeur.

Next, we head to Iximché, a former capital where ancestral rituals continue on stone altars, then on to Antigua Guatemala, a colonial city frozen in time. You will wander its cobbled streets lined with colorful homes and centuries-old convents, under the watchful gaze of volcanoes. To conclude this stage, a gala dinner awaits you in a former church, to the enchanting rhythm of Guatemalan dances.

Days 4 – 7

Machu Picchu or Arequipa – In the Footsteps of the Incas

For this stopover in Peru, two itineraries will be offered depending on your preferences

Option 1: Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu, located in the Peruvian Andes, is an iconic archaeological site of the Inca Empire. Built in the 15th century, this high-altitude complex was likely a royal sanctuary. Famous for its stepped agricultural terraces and its precisely assembled stone architecture, Machu Picchu impresses with its perfect fusion with its mountainous surroundings. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers spectacular views and a profound insight into Inca achievements and spirituality. Visiting Machu Picchu is a captivating experience, blending historical mystery and natural beauty.

Option 2: Arequipa
Arequipa, nicknamed the White City because of its sillar buildings (light volcanic stone), is a majestic city nestled at the foot of the Peruvian Andes. Founded in the 16th century, it harmoniously blends colonial heritage and indigenous influences. Its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands out for its baroque churches, ancient convents and elegant streets bathed in Andean light. Dominated by the Misti volcano, Arequipa captivates with the beauty of its landscapes, its cultural richness and its renowned gastronomy. Visiting Arequipa means immersing yourself in a vibrant past and a warm atmosphere in the heart of southern Peru.

Jours 7 – 8

Île de Pâques – Rencontre avec les Moaï

Temps de vol : Arequipa – Île de Pâques 5h00
Notre avion nous emmènera ensuite vers l’un secret les mieux gardés de notre planète, 164 km² de terre volcanique au milieu de l’océan Pacifique, la mystérieuse Île de Pâques. Ici, la tradition orale est vivace, elle transmet l’histoire de Moai depuis les Matamua jusqu’aux Rapa Nui. Vous entrez dans le vaste monde polynésien.
Vous visiterez les principaux points d’intérêt de l’île, allant du volcan Rano Kau à la plage d’Anakena et l’ancienne carrière Rano Raraku.

Jours 8 – 11

Polynésie Française – Eaux Turquoise du Pacifique

Temps de vol : Île de Pâques – Papeete 5h45
Nous faisons halte en Polynésie Française, autre bastion de la civilisation polynésienne, où vous profiterez de la douceur de Tahiti et de Bora Bora pour vous détendre dans les eaux turquoise de ses lagons.

Days 12 – 15

Melbourne – The Garden City

Flight time: Papeete – Melbourne 9h50

On the other side of the globe, Australia welcomes us in Melbourne, the vibrant capital of the State of Victoria, where culture, gastronomy and artistic audacity blend seamlessly. Nicknamed the “Garden City,” it charms with its Victorian elegance and bohemian laneways turned into open-air art galleries. You will travel along the legendary Great Ocean Road, a spectacular coastal route punctuated by sculpted cliffs and breathtaking panoramas, or escape to the Yarra Valley, a renowned wine region, for a gourmet day combining premium wine tastings with exceptional cheeses and chocolates. Finally, you will explore the famous laneways—secret alleys where colorful street art and independent boutiques reveal the creative soul of this metropolis, often ranked among the world’s most livable cities.

Days 15 – 17

Borobudur – Javanese Cross-Cultural Heritage

Flight time: Melbourne – Yogyakarta 7h00

We finally leave the Pacific world behind as we arrive in Indonesia, a vast archipelago spanning both hemispheres—an immense mosaic of cultures and ethnicities. We land in Yogyakarta on the island of Java, where you will discover Borobudur Temple, the largest temple in the world built for Buddha, as well as landscapes shaped by the capricious Merapi volcano.

Jours 17 – 20

Angkor – Les Temples Enigmatiques

Temps de vol : Yogyakarta – Siem-Reap 3h45
Nous atteignons Angkor, fierté du Cambodge et probablement le plus grand site archéologique au monde. Inscrit au patrimoine de l’UNESCO, il témoigne sur plus de 400 km² de quatre siècles de souveraineté khmère. Vous visiterez les temples du Bayon et Ta Prohm, et le mythique Angkor Wat, plus grand bâtiment religieux au monde. Le lendemain, vous partirez dans la campagne cambodgienne à la découverte de la Citadelle des femmes cher à André Malraux. Votre séjour sera couronné par un dîner mémorable au cœur du site archéologique en la présence des Apsaras, danseuses mystiques aux mouvements millénaires.

Jours 20 – 23

Katmandou – La Cité des Dieux et des Stupas

Temps de vol : Siem-Reap – Katmandou 4h30
Katmandou vous ouvre les portes du Népal, nichée au cœur de la vallée du même nom, entre traditions séculaires et spiritualité vivante. Carrefour de cultures et de croyances, la capitale népalaise vous envoûtera par le tumulte coloré de ses ruelles, l’odeur de l’encens flottant depuis les temples, et la ferveur qui habite chaque stupa. Le lendemain, vous découvrirez les joyaux de la vallée : la cité médiévale de Patan, les temples de Durbar Square, et le majestueux stupa de Swayambunath, perché sur sa colline, veillant sur la ville et les sommets lointains.

Days 23 – 25

Petra – The rose city carved into sandstone

Flight time: Kathmandu – Aqaba 7h15

At the gateway to the Jordanian desert, Aqaba welcomes us like the pearl of the gulf, a true crossroads between the Red Sea and biblical lands. From here, you will set out to discover Petra, the legendary City of Sand founded by the Nabataeans in the 4th century BC and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will walk through the Siq, a towering natural gorge that suddenly opens onto the impressive façade of the Treasury, carved with surgical precision into the rose-colored rock. Royal tombs, ancient theaters and sanctuaries bear witness to the hydraulic and architectural genius of this desert civilization. You will extend the adventure into Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon, exploring its ochre dunes and cinematic rock formations by jeep, before sharing a traditional lunch under a Bedouin tent. To conclude this world tour in apotheosis, a gala dinner themed around the enchanting One Thousand and One Nights will etch the final flames of this epic into memory.