Mandarin Oriental Exclusive Journeys

A collection of expert-led itineraries designed exclusively for guests of Mandarin Oriental by luxury travel company The Luminaire, unlock access to unique locations, people and experiences in new and authentic ways.

Expert-led Journeys

Created by The Luminaire exclusively for Mandarin Oriental

  • Dunes in Muscat
    Muscat
    Navigate the Rhythms of Nomadic Existence
    The magic of Oman’s desert landscapes: vast, remote and otherworldly. But the undulating dunes of the Sharqiya Sands in the east of the sultanate have supported incredible biodiversity and traditional nomadic communities for generations.
  • Samurai
    Tokyo
    Way Of the Samurai
    On this journey designed for guests of Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo, venture to the volcano-crowned seaside city of Kagoshima, gaining a unique perspective on Japan’s Edo period warrior nobles - the samurai. Guided by experts, understand how being a samurai transcends mastery of swords and martial arts; it is the way of life centred in culture, ceremony, and refined elegance that define this revered warrior class.
  • Japan’s Mountain Monks
    Tokyo
    Live With Japan’s Mountain Monks: Train Your Mind and Body
    On this journey designed for guests of Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo, dress in white robes and split-toe shoes and join the Yamabushi way of life, monks who follow ancient spiritual practices. Embark on an inspiring immersion in the mountains that includes meditating under waterfalls. View life through a unique lens that could forever alter your perspective.
  • Japan’s Sōtō Buddhist Monks
    Tokyo
    Find Zen with Japan’s Sōtō Buddhist Monks
    On this five-day journey, designed for guests of Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo, travel from Japan’s supersonic capital to the serene tranquillity of the mountainous Fukui region to the west, and gain insight into the beliefs and practices of Sōtō, the country’s largest Zen Buddhist sect.
  • Hands-on With The Preservers Of Spain’s Priceless Art
    Madrid
    Hands-on With The Preservers Of Spain’s Priceless Art
    Discover the guardians of Spain’s artistic treasures and delve into Francisco de Goya’s legacy on an immersive three-day journey staying at the iconic Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid. Guided by pioneering experts, enjoy exclusive access to an innovative art preservation studio, a private tour of the Museo del Prado, and an up-close look at Goya's engraving plates in the vaults of the Real Academia de Bellas Artes.
  • Champagne Cellar
    Paris
    Invitations To 300-year-old Private Cellars In Champagne
    On a three-day journey designed for Mandarin Oriental, Paris, unlock gates to a completely private section of the legendary Moët & Chandon cellar, and taste a selection of the 280-year-old acclaimed grand vintages. Receive tutelage in the art of sabrage in a private masterclass at Pommery Monopole, then head behind closed doors at Dom Pérignon, before discovering the unique biodynamic techniques of Leclerc Briant in a one-of-a-kind experience.
  • A wristwatch.
    Geneva
    Inside Prestigious Horological Archives
    To many, watches are endlessly fascinating, infinitely collectable and uniquely beautiful. And yet those houses and artisans at the heart of the heritage and innovation in fine horology - in Switzerland - remain elusive and inaccessible. Until now.
  • View of Paris vineyard in the afternoon.
    Paris
    Fine Wine Estates
    Go behind the scenes at a renowned châteaux in Bordeaux, with winemakers and sommeliers. The journey begins at Mandarin Oriental, Paris, home to an exceptional wine collection, and continues on to the legendary wine-producing region, for private tastings and private tours with cellar masters, in appellations including Saint-Émilion and Sauternes.
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Personalised Service
 Understanding your preferences and working with their global network of partners, Travel Designers at The Luminaire build a personalised itinerary, to be refined until you are completely satisfied.
Signature Mandarin Oriental Benefits
All journeys include a stay at Mandarin Oriental, with inclusions such as dining or spa credits and priority access to early check-in, late check-out, and upgrades.
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Peace Of Mind
The Luminaire and their partners on the ground will remain at your service throughout your trip. The Luminaire is IATA Certified and offers financial protection with funds held in trust until after your return.
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Awards & Press
The Luminaire has been featured in Forbes, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue, The Times, The Telegraph. It is recommended in the Spear’s 500 List, and has been recognised by the Skift Idea Awards and the Travel Industry Awards.