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Luxury LGBTQ+ Holidays, Personally Hosted in Style.

Small group holidays for travellers who want beautiful places, iconic experiences and the best people to share them with.

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Luxury LGBTQ+ Holidays, Personally Hosted in Style.

Small group holidays for travellers who want beautiful places, iconic experiences and the best people to share them with.

Luxury LGBTQ+ Holidays, Designed for People Who Like to Travel Well

Hermes Holidays is an Australian based LGBTQ+ travel specialist creating luxury small group holidays and unforgettable gay travel experiences for guests from around the world. With over 25 years of experience designing and hosting tours, we know how to create holidays that feel effortless, personal and beautifully put together. Our holidays are built around beautiful hotels, exceptional food, private experiences, late starts, relaxed pacing and a little gay razzle dazzle.

Every itinerary is personally crafted and hosted by us, bringing together iconic destinations, local favourites, a little indulgence and plenty of time to actually enjoy where you are. Luxury stays. Iconic experiences. Small groups that feel like old friends.

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Travel Beautifully,

With People Who Get It

Hermes Holidays was created by Kyle Olsen, a gay travel specialist with more than 25 years of experience designing and hosting tours across Europe, Australia and beyond. After years working with some of the world’s leading travel brands, Kyle launched Hermes Holidays in 2016 to create luxury LGBTQ+ holidays that feel more personal, more stylish and more welcoming. Today, Kyle and his husband Wayne personally host every Hermes Holidays trip, giving you genuine personal service from your first enquiry to the moment you arrive, and all the way through your holiday.

Our holidays bring together beautiful hotels, carefully chosen destinations, exceptional experiences and a relaxed, social atmosphere where guests can truly feel at home. They are designed so all you need to do is unpack, relax and enjoy every moment, knowing that every single detail has been taken care of.

WorldPride Cape Town 2028 crowd celebrating Pride in Cape Town with Table Mountain behind

WorldPride Cape Town 2028

We’re putting together something very special, with an optional 5-night extension to Kruger National Park and Victoria Falls.  Join our VIP list below for first access to the itinerary and priority booking before the tour is released publicly.

Upcoming Tours

Rosé Royale

Rosé Royale

Are you ready for an epic, unforgettable 8-day adventure through the stunning landscapes of Provence and the uber glamorous French Riviera? Our Rosé Royale Tour is your ticket to luxury, indulgence, and unforgettable memories. Get ready to sip, savour, and celebrate life like you never have before!

Rating: 4.5
Location: Provence & The Riviera, France.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Pax: 2–15 persons
From: €4,950 per person
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Gay Paris Extension

Gay Paris Extension

The Gay Paris Extension is the ultimate warm-up for your Rosé Royale adventure! Over four unforgettable days, you’ll stay at Le Grand Mazarin, the newest and coolest 5-star hotel in town, nestled right in the heart of the fashionable Marais—the beating heart of Parisian LGBT+ culture and nightlife. Ready to experience the City of Light with all the charm, style, and glamour you deserve?

Rating: 4.5
Location: Paris, France.
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Pax: 2–15 persons
From: €1,750 per person
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Puglia By Hermes Holidays

Puglia By Hermes Holidays

Join Hermes Holidays for a luxury LGBTQ+ small group holiday through Puglia, with a spectacular taste of neighbouring Basilicata, where ancient cities, whitewashed villages, glamorous masserias, turquoise seas and extraordinary food come together in one unforgettable journey. From Matera and Polignano al Mare to Lecce, Otranto and Santa Maria di Leuca, this is Southern Italy at its best, personally hosted by Kyle and Wayne, with beautiful hotels, private experiences, long lunches, sunset drinks and plenty of Hermes magic along the way

Rating: 4.5
Location: Southern Italy, Italy.
Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Pax: 2–15 persons
From: €6,750 per person
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WorldPride Cape Town 2028

WorldPride Cape Town 2028

Join us in Cape Town for WorldPride 2028, celebrating Pride where Table Mountain meets the ocean. Add our optional 5 night extension to Kruger National Park and Victoria Falls for an unforgettable safari finale. Register your interest to be first in line when the itinerary is released.

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Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Duration: Dates coming soon
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From: Coming soon
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Why Travel With Hermes Holidays

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We Do Things Differently

Hermes Holidays is most definitely not a standard group tour with a rainbow sticker slapped on it. Every trip is designed to feel personal, relaxed and created with you in mind.

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Gay Owned and Operated

We are proudly gay owned and operated, creating luxury LGBTQ+ holidays and gay tours where guests can feel welcomed, understood and completely themselves.

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Personally Hosted

From your first enquiry to your final farewell, you are looked after by the people who designed your trip and will be there hosting it with you.

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Local Favourites

We love showing you the places we would take our own friends. Think favourite restaurants, hidden corners, local flavours and enough free time to make your own discoveries.

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No Hidden Extras

Many trips look cheaper at first glance, until you realise half the experience is missing. With Hermes Holidays, all the key experiences, beautiful meals, drinks, private moments and special touches are already included in the price.

Our groups are small enough to feel personal and easy. Many guests arrive solo, and many leave with friends they travel with again and again

Hermes Bespoke

Planning a milestone birthday, destination wedding, anniversary celebration, family gathering or private escape with your favourite people? Hermes Bespoke creates tailor-made luxury group holidays for people who want to celebrate somewhere extraordinary, without having to organise every detail themselves. With almost three decades of experience designing and hosting travel across Europe and beyond, we can bring together the right destination, hotels, villas, restaurants, guides, experiences and special touches to create a private group holiday that feels effortless from start to finish.

Think a private castle in Tuscany, a super yacht in Croatia, a glamorous masseria in Puglia, or something completely your own. You tell us where you want to go, who you are travelling with and what kind of celebration or private group experience you have in mind, and we will help bring it to life.

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Travel Advice & Media

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EXCLUSIVE: LGBT+ cruise ship with couple of hundred Aussies onboard now denied entry to Egypt

By Travel Weekly • July 12, 2026
The LGBT+ cruise ship Scarlet Lady is denied entry to Egypt, disappointing hundreds of Aussie travelers. Stay updated on this situation.
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WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 – And The Best Way To Experience This Global Celebration

By DNA Magazine • July 12, 2026
Join Hermes Holidays for a 10-day tour at WorldPride Amsterdam 2026. Enjoy curated activities & hassle-free planning. Book now!
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Why Are Turkiye And Egypt Turning Their Backs On Gay Tourism? A Travel Expert Explains

By DNA • July 10, 2026
Learn why Turkiye & Egypt are rejecting gay tourism. Travel expert Kyle Olsen shares insights on political impacts & travel safety for LGBTQIA+ travelers.

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Our Moments

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FAQs

  • Is Hermes Holidays a gay tour company?

    Yes, we are but more broadly we are an LGBTQ+ travel company. Hermes Holidays is gay owned and operated, and we specialise in luxury LGBTQ+ small group holidays and gay tours for travellers from around the world.


    While many of our guests are gay men, we warmly welcome all members of the LGBTQ+ community. It’s important to note that we also welcome straight allies who share our values of respect, inclusion and fabulous travel.


  • What makes Hermes Holidays different from other gay tour companies?

    Hermes Holidays is different because every trip is personally designed and hosted by us from start to finish. From your first enquiry to your final farewell, you are dealing with the people who created the trip and will be there travelling with you.


    We also believe the price you see should reflect the holiday you are actually going to have. Many tour companies advertise a lower base price, but once you look closer, the key experiences, optional tours, meals, drinks, tips and taxes can all cost extra. By the time you add everything in, the real price can be thousands more.


    With Hermes Holidays, there are no surprise optional tours, no extra tipping kitty and no hidden charges waiting for you once you arrive. The key experiences, beautiful meals, drinks, tips, taxes, private moments, parties and special touches are already included in the price.


    Most importantly, Hermes Holidays is gay owned and operated, with small groups that feel personal, relaxed and social. We want our guests to feel welcomed, looked after and part of something special, not just another name on a passenger list.


  • What age group travels with Hermes Holidays?

    Hermes Holidays welcomes travellers aged 18 and over.


    Our guests are a mix of ages, with most generally falling somewhere between their 30s and 60s. What matters more than age is attitude. If you enjoy beautiful hotels, great food, fabulous experiences, good company and a relaxed but social style of travel, you will fit right in.


    It is worth keeping in mind that our holidays are quite active and often involve a lot of walking, stairs, old towns, uneven streets and full days out exploring. As long as you are reasonably fit, active and comfortable being on your feet, you should feel very much at home with us.  Plus there is always a glass of wine waiting at the end of the day!


Words From Our Friends

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This is my third fabulous tour with Hermes Holidays. I say each time "this holiday can't be topped". However the accommodation, unique and wonderful inclusions, all the tours, the food and wine all sublime. However, what makes a holiday with Hermes truly a cut above is the people. Kyle and Wayne are simply the best hosts you could ask for. The tour guides, all sassy and fabulous and the other guests you can honestly call new friends for life when you leave. Am looking forward to the next!
Mel C
★★★★★
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We have traveled with Hermes Holidays so many times, they are like family now. We highly recommend them to all of our friends. We are already looking forward to an Italy trip in 2027. Kyle’s attention to detail and planning expertise is exemplary. Thank you Hermes Holidays! The Rosé Royale experience delivered an experience that was both luxurious and deeply personal. It wasn’t just a trip—it was a celebration of beauty, culture, and connection. I left with sun-kissed skin, a full heart, and memories I’ll treasure forever. I think I'll be back in 2027.
J Paul
★★★★★
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I’m heading home with a full heart after the most unforgettable Hermes Holidays experience. From the moment I booked, Kyle made everything so easy and thoughtful — nothing was ever too much trouble. What truly made it special were the people: kind, like-minded souls who now feel like family by choice. My childhood dream of France was brought to life in the most magical way, thanks to Kyle and Wayne’s flawless attention to detail. My only regret is not booking sooner… I’m already dreaming of my next Hermes holiday ✨❤️
Jacklyn R
★★★★★
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We are very happy to have travelled with Hermes Holidays many times previously - from the Queen of the Rhine river boat down classic river sites, the Dalmatian Dream on a super yacht in Croatia, the recent Taste of Tuscany based in a magnificent medieval Italian castle and now the Rose Royale. All have been superbly planned and executed with absolute excellence, but there was something even more special about the Rose Royale. From the incredible weekend in Paris to our Provencal Chateau then the stunning French Riviera in France, every adventure was next level. Kyles organization and knowledge ensured a smooth and fascinating time the whole time and his use of great local specialists added extra interest and excitement. However the most important feature of all Hermes adventures are the wonderful people that Kyle brings together. Many have travelled before but there are always great new folks to meet and become firm friends over the course of the trip. We arrived home having had easily the best yet of our many travel adventures - some alone, many with other companies and so we do not hesitate to recommend Hermes Holidays for any boutique travel in the future. Thanks Kyle and Wayne for the BEST time together!
Benjamin J
★★★★★
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Once again Hermes pulled together a truly memorable experience for a group of dear friends to enjoy. Well done Hermes.
Christopher G
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We thoroughly enjoyed our first Hermes luxury holiday. Kyle has curated a fabulous taste of Tuscany with touring town highlights, spectacular sights, exquisite wine tastings, fun experiences and the friendliest family of travellers to enjoy it all with.
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The Castello de Serre where we were based was the most perfect place - history, style, stunning pool & friendly hosts. We would highly recommend travelling with Hermes - with Kyle & Wayne you are in the best hands.
Jo Porter
Adelaide, 2024
★★★★★
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We’ve been lucky to have enjoyed Hermes Holidays trips with Kyle and Wayne since 2015 and know we are always going to be totally looked after with unforgettable food, accommodation and experiences with the best group of friendly people. If you are looking for a five-star holiday where every detail is carefully planned so you can relax and fully enjoy it, then look no further than Hermes Holidays! We can’t wait for our next Hermes Holidays travel adventure!
Devon Indig
Sydney, 2024
★★★★★
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If anyone is ever looking to connect with some amazing people from around the globe, adventure together and create friends for life you need to join this amazing crew on our next Hermes Holidays tour.
Jim Cocks
Melbourne, 2024
★★★★★
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I can’t thank these guys enough. 10 out of 10 for customer service and for simply being two of the most approachable and friendly guys I’ve ever met! Looking forward to my next adventure! I’ll definitely be using Hermes Holidays again.
Michael Crayton
London, 2024
★★★★★
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Just finished another fantastic holiday with Hermes holidays, Taste of Tuscany! I have traveled with Kyle many times in the past because he always delivers on a 5 star experience where everything is taken care of and all you have to do is relax and have the best holiday. Looking forward to France next year!
Andre Brody
Sydney, 2024
★★★★★

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