Adult programme

Travel, beautifully paced.

A six-week European journey for adults looking to experience wine, food, culture and landscapes, across France, Italy and Germany.

The World Lounge adult trips are designed for travellers who want more than a conventional tour. With a small group of around ten guests, this is a relaxed, immersive journey that balances curated experiences with real cultural activities and dedicated time to linger, connect, and enjoy each country in a natural rhythm. Every detail is shaped to leave room for conversation, discovery, and the pleasure of travel.

France

Vineyards, villages, and long lunches.

Discover old-world wine regions, market-town culture, and laid-back dining rituals shaped by generations of tradition. Expect cellar tastings, scenic drives, and memorable evenings in atmospheric local spaces.

  • Curated wine tastings and vineyard visits
  • Slow meals, local food culture and regional specialties
  • Historic towns and cultural experiences
French vineyard and countryside

Italy

Warm light, rich food, and lived-in beauty.

Italy unfolds through food, music, and tactile everyday moments, from aperitivo evenings to hands-on tastings, iconic landscapes, and slower city wandering that feels deeply local.

  • Regional food experiences and social gatherings
  • Historic centres and scenic coastal moments
  • Immersive cultural experiences and group connection
Italian village and vineyard landscape

Germany

Culture, craft, and the rhythm of the road.

Germany brings together heritage, design, outdoors, and a grounded sense of place, ideal for travellers who enjoy thoughtful experiences, beautiful landscapes, and spontaneous social interaction.

  • Food and wine moments with local character
  • Historic and architectural discovery
  • Thoughtful group experiences and slower travel pacing
German village and surrounding landscape

Book your place

Reserve a space on the next adult journey.

Adult trips are designed for travellers aged 18+ and are intentionally small, guest-led, and highly immersive. Pricing starts from around NZD $8,000 per person, with the full experience including curated dining, wine, cultural visits, and social experiences. From the first welcome to the final evening, the journey is designed to feel personal, considered, and easy to settle into.