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Luxury 17-night itinerary spans seven destinations with price starting from AED490,300
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its first private jet experience, a 17-night journey set to depart October 2026.
Bookings are now open for the itinerary, which is limited to 29 couples and priced from AED490,300 (US$133,500) per person.
Developed in collaboration with Bucketlist Xperiences, the journey — titled ’Legendary Journeys: The Ultimate Private Jet Experience by Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ — was shaped in part by insights from the company’s 2025 Luxury Travel Report.
The report revealed that 61% of affluent travellers consider once-in-a-lifetime moments the pinnacle of luxury, while 75% prioritise itineraries curated by trusted experts.
The programme runs from 6–23 October 2026, with a custom VIP airliner carrying guests across Africa, Europe and Asia.
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Scheduled stops include Singapore, India, Rwanda, Kenya, Greece, Morocco and London in the UK, with destination highlights including gorilla trekking in Rwanda, cultural celebrations in Jaipur, sunset sailing in Santorini, wildlife encounters in Kenya and dining under the stars in Morocco’s Atlas Mountains.
Accommodation throughout the journey will feature a selection of leading independent hotels, including four properties from Preferred’s Legend Collection.
These include the Fullerton Bay Hotel in Singapore, The Leela Palace Jaipur in India, The Londoner in UK capital London and Andronis Luxury Suites on the Greek island of Santorini.
Membership benefits from the company’s I Prefer Hotel Rewards programme are also part of the offering.
During flights, the aircraft will provide lie-flat leather seating, meals prepared by a private chef and a curated selection of wines and spirits.
Additional services extend beyond the plane, with private airport access, seamless transfers, luggage handling, personalised amenities, and a 17-member service team travelling with the group. A photographer and videographer will also be onboard to document the experience.
Participants will receive I Prefer Hotel Rewards Titanium Status and one million reward points, redeemable for more than 10 complimentary hotel nights at over 650 participating properties worldwide.
Commenting on the launch, Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, said: “The Legendary Journeys experience delivers rare adventures with personalised service, crafted to feel effortless, memorable and truly legacy-defining.”
Curated itinerary highlights include:
Singapore – 2 nights at The Fullerton Bay Hotel, with sunset cocktails on the rooftop.
Jaipur, India – 3 nights at The Leela Palace Jaipur, inclusive of VIP excursions to the Taj Mahal, the Amber Fort, and the City Palace, a private wildlife reserve visit and a grand Royal Wedding Celebration.
Kigali, Rwanda – 2 nights at The Movenpick Kigali, plus a private reception hosted by President Kagame, a helicopter flight over the Virunga Mountains, a gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park, complemented by exclusive sessions with conservation leaders from the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project.
Kenya – 3 nights in a luxury safari tent in either Laikipia or the Maasai Mara offering savannah views. with Big Five game drives, a sunrise hot-air balloon safari with a Champagne breakfast in the bush.
Santorini, Greece – 3 nights at Andronis Luxury Suites, located high above the Aegean on Oia’s cliffside, with experiences including a sunset yacht sailing, tastings of rare Assyrtiko vintages.
Marrakech, Morocco – 3 nights at Mandarin Oriental, with activities including shopping in the medina, tea with local families in Berber villages and traditional hammam rituals.
London, UK – 1 night at The Londoner, located in the heart of Leicester Square, with Champagne on the rooftop terrace, a spa experience and an exclusive tour of city landmarks.
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is the world’s largest independent hotel brand representing more than 600 luxury properties across 85 countries.
For more information, visit preferredhotels.com