A private jet, five-star hotels and 23 days spent travelling the globe is a dream getaway — if you have a spare £180,000 lying around.
Four Seasons is launching an ultra-luxury round-the-world itinerary, called Coastlines & Culture, taking 48 travellers on an exclusive adventure across eight countries.
Scheduled from May 4 to 26, 2028, guests travel the globe aboard the Four Seasons Private Jet.
Of course, such 5* service doesn’t come cheap. The trip is priced at $238,000 (£180,000) per adult (based on double occupancy), plus an extra $23,800 (£18,000) solo supplement.
‘With Coastlines & Culture, we’re able to bring together destinations rarely experienced within a single journey, creating moments of awe and discovery,’ Marc Speichert, executive vice president and chief commercial cfficer at Four Seasons, said.
He continued: ‘We’re opening the door to experiences guests may never have imagined possible, all grounded in the genuine care and thoughtful service that define Four Seasons,’
So what does the 23-day trip look like? Here’s everything you need to know…
Getting around
Guests certainly won’t have to worry about logistics on this trip.
The journey is supported by a top-tier crew of 14 aviation and hospitality professionals, with a Four Seasons staff member sent ahead to every single stop, to smooth out arrivals and on-the-ground support.
Guests will spend their days exploring exclusive experiences and world-class accommodations, with the jet ready and waiting the next morning to whisk them off to their next stop (all flights are scheduled during the day to ensure guests never miss a night in their hotel).
Up in the sky, the experience is just as special.
Travelling aboard the Airbus A321neo, which features the widest and tallest cabin in its class, the 48 custom-crafted Italian leather seats lie completely flat and come with an ottoman for extra legroom.
The service crew regularly circulates with drinks and food, while guests are free to stretch out in the onboard lounge area with additional snacks and refreshments on offer.
The itinerary
When it comes to exploring, the experience is entirely tailored. Tours are organised ahead of time, which travellers can customise with the concierge before departure, with most activities kept to intimate groups of six to eight people, conducted in English. Private tours can be arranged at an additional cost.
Throughout the journey, guests stay exclusively at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts or properties specially curated by the brand, where the highest category deluxe rooms are reserved as standard, with options to upgrade.
Four Seasons have already released the itinerary, and it looks pretty epic:
San Francisco (May 4-5)
The trip begins with a welcome dinner at San Francisco City Hall.
Accommodation at the Four Seasons San Francisco features exclusive access to the on-site Equinox Sports Club and a junior Olympic lap pool.
Seoul (May 6-9)
The next day, guests fly across the Pacific to Seoul, South Korea.
Highlights include visiting Jingwansa Temple, exploring Gwangjang Market, and touring the Leeum Samsung Museum of Art.
The Four Seasons Seoul offers Michelin-starred Cantonese dining and traditional Korean sauna.
Hangzhou (May 9-12)
In Hangzhou, China, guests enjoy a private tea-tasting experience at Meijiawu Tea Plantation followed by a visit to the historic Jinshan Temple.
Guests then take a high-speed train for a day trip to Shanghai, led by an expert, featuring an exploration of the city’s history and modern culture, including the Bund, Yu Garden, and the Old Town.
The Four Seasons Hangzhou features traditional Jiang Nan architecture, gardens, and award-winning Chinese dining.
Sri Lanka (May 12-15)
The journey continues to Sri Lanka to explore Udawalawe National Park and visit wild Asian elephants.
Other experiences during the three-night stay include a private charter to Dambulla’s cave temples and the rock fortress of Sigiriya, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, and a visit to the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort to sample the country’s coconut-sap spirit and take a village bike ride.
Because there is no local Four Seasons property for this leg, accommodations are provided by Cape Weligama, offering cliff-top coastal views.
Zanzibar (May 15-18)
In Zanzibar, guests can enjoy a private walkthrough of Mtoni Palace, a sunset catamaran sail with sommelier-led wine tastings on the Indian Ocean, a wood craftsmanship lesson, and a private tour of a local spice estate capped off with a farm-to-table Swahili lunch.
Accommodation is provided by the beachfront Four Seasons Resort Zanzibar, which is opening in late 2027.
Sharm El Sheikh (May 18-21)
Next, guests explore Sharm El Sheikh’s Red Sea coastline on a private yacht. Activities include a private desert dinner with a Bedouin community and stargazing.
At the Four Seasons Sharm El Sheikh, guests can unwind along one kilometre of private Red Sea beachfront, use the private house reef for diving and snorkelling, and enjoy four outdoor pools overlooking the sea.
Cap Ferrat (May 21-24)
On the French Riviera, guests cruise by yacht from Cap-Ferrat to Cannes to take in local landmarks before a seaside lunch.
Other activities include a helicopter trip to St. Tropez, a vintage car ride along the Riviera stopping at Plateau Saint-Michel, and a speedboat trip to Monaco.
Guests stay at the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, which features a seawater infinity pool overlooking the Mediterranean and Michelin-starred dining.
Hampshire (May 24-26)
To wrap up the journey, travellers visit Hampshire for exclusive access to Hampton Court Palace to explore British royal history.
Alongside traditional polo experiences and a tour of the Goodwood Estate, the Four Seasons Hampshire offers a 27,000-square-foot spa housed in a restored stable and an on-site equestrian centre.
What’s included?
- Emergency medical assistance up to $100,000 (£75,607) for medical evacuation and $50,000 (£37,803) for covered medical expenses, with optional travel protection available.
- Every meal both on and off the plane.
- All drinks (including alcohol) onboard the jet, alongside drinks at group meals, cocktail receptions and à la carte lunches and dinners.
- Each guest can bring two 23kg suitcases, alongside a small bag and a personal item.
However, guests will need to cover their own airfare to and from their home city (though the Four Seasons Guest Services Manager can assist with bookings); passport and visa fees and personal or optional extras are at their own expense.
The trip is the ultimate luxury from start to finish, though you’ll need to start saving your pennies (and perhaps a few million more) if you want to trade your economy seat for this.
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