ASIA - World Journeys · DAY 4O CHI MINH CITY > DANANG > HOI AN H Morning flight to Danang. Transfer to Hoi An for a walking tour of Chinese-style shop houses, the Japanese Covered

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93 OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY

94 VIETNAM94 Essential Vietnam95 Grand Vietnam96 The Lost Civilization97 Meandering Mekong

98 CAMBODIA98 Angkor Discovery98 Song Saa Private Island99 Cambodia Culture & Cuisine99 Cambodia in Style

100 LAOS100 Richness & Splendours of Laos101 Luxury Laos in Style

102 MYANMAR102 A World Apart103 Belmond Myanmar Luxury Cruises104 Eastern & Oriental Express

105 UZBEKISTAN105 Discover Uzbekistan

106 CHINA106 China Highlights107 The Imperial Yangtze

108 JAPAN108 Highlights of Japan

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Beijing

Xi’an

Hong Kong

Tokyo

Luang Prabang

Vientiane

Lhasa

Hanoi

HueHoi An

Nha Trang

Ho Chi Minh CityPhnom Penh

Siem Reap

Bangkok

Yangon

Kuala Lumpur

Denpasar

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OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY

SONG SAA PRIVATE ISLANDSihanoukville, Cambodia

SIX SENSESNinh Van Bay, Vietnam

EVASON ANA MANDARANha Trang, Vietnam

SIX SENSESCon Dao, Vietnam

SOFITEL LEGENDMETROPOLE HANOI Hanoi, Vietnam

RAFFLES HOTEL LE ROYALPhnom Penh, Cambodia

THE NAM HAIHoi An, Vietnam

LA RESIDENCEHue, Vietnam

RAFFLES GRAND HOTEL D’ANGKORSiem Reap, Cambodia

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ESSENTIAL VIETNAM | 10 DAYSDesigned to capture the real essence of Vietnam, this fascinating journey takes you from the deep reaches of the Mekong Delta to the timeless capital of Hanoi. A highlight will be Halong Bay where towering limestone islands rise from emerald waters. Unique guided excursions provide insight into the country’s architecture, culture and introduces you to the friendly local people and spectacular landscapes.DAY 1 HO CHI MINH CITY

Transfer to your hotel.DAY 2 HO CHI MINH CITY

Morning walking tour of historic landmarks. Drive to Thiên Hau Temple, dedicated to ‘The Lady of the Sea’ and visit the Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine.DAY 3 CAI LAY BIKING (MEKONG DELTA)

Drive through rural villages and rice paddies to Cai Lay and cruise the Mekong Delta in a charming wooden boat. After a short 7km cycle along narrow village lanes, visit the home of a fruit farmer, and stroll around the orchard. Travel by sampan boat along tropical canals. Walk through a Mekong village to a local home and enjoy a home-hosted lunch of Mekong Delta specialties.DAY 4 HO CHI MINH CITY > DANANG > HOI AN

Morning flight to Danang. Transfer to Hoi An for a walking tour of Chinese-style shop houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge, historic architecture and lantern making.DAYS 5 & 6 HOI AN

Days at leisure to relax by the beach or have clothes tailored.DAY 7 HOI AN > DANANG > HANOI

Morning at leisure then fly to Hanoi.DAY 8 HANOI

Sightseeing at Hoi Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Museum of Ethnology, walking tour of the Old Quarter and an evening Water Puppet Theatre show.

DAY 9 HANOI > HALONG BAY

Drive to Halong Bay for an overnight cruise. Sit back while sailing on emerald waters past craggy limestone cliffs.DAY 10 HALONG BAY > HANOI

Disembark and drive back to Hanoi.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 8 nights in your selected category of accommodation, 1 night aboard a traditional junk in Halong Bay, flights Ho Chi Minh City > Danang > Hanoi, sightseeing with local English speaking guides,entrance fees, Mekong Delta and Halong Bay boat trips,9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 1 Dinner.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Surcharges apply during the Vietnamese New Year, Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

2016 Price (per person) Twin Single

3½ S

tar

1 Jan–30 Apr $2,005 $3,280

1 May–30 Sep $1,970 $3,240

4 St

ar 1 Jan–30 Apr $2,325 $3,945

1 May–30 Sep $2,260 $3,835

5 St

ar 1 Jan–30 Apr $3,040 $4,910

1 May–30 Sep $2,730 $4,720

VIETNAM

Halong Bay

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GRAND VIETNAM | 13 DAYSThis journey combines the ethnic minority groups of the north with the natural beauty, bustling markets and cities of the south. Enjoy hiking the terraced mountain slopes of Sapa, cruise aboard a traditional junk boat in Halong Bay to view the limestone karsts and then wander the ruins of the ancient Hindu temples in My Son. End in Ho Chi Minh City and navigate the famous Mekong Delta by boat. DAY 1 HANOI

You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Visit the markets (if open).DAY 2 HANOI

Hanoi city sightseeing including the Old Quarter and a water puppet theatre show. DAY 3 HANOI > HOA LU > NINH BINH > HANOI > LAO CAI

Drive to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Explore the Van Long eco-tourism area. Take a boat trip along the river, passing local villages, limestone karsts and caves. Overnight train trip to Lao Cai.DAY 4 LAO CAI > SAPA

Light trek through Muong Hoa valley to Sapa’s quaint hilltribe villages. See the Zay minority at Ta Van Village and Red Dao people at Giang Ta Chai Village.DAY 5 SAPA > HANOI

Visit a local market to see handicrafts made by the minority hilltribe people. Overnight train trip to Hanoi.DAY 6 HANOI > HALONG BAY

Drive to Halong Bay. Board your cruise to view the spectacular limestone karsts. Overnight Halong Bay cruise.DAY 7 HALONG BAY > HANOI > DANANG > HOI AN

Morning Halong Bay cruise before driving back to Hanoi Airport. Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. DAY 8 HOI AN

Visit the abandoned temples of My Son Sanctuary. Walking tour to see the Japanese bridge and colourful market.DAY 9 HOI AN > HUE

Drive to Cham Museum and over the ‘Pass of Ocean Clouds’ and visit the fishing village of Lang Co. DAY 10 HUE

Visit the Imperial Citadel, then a cyclo tour of the Old City, visiting Tinh Tam Lake, Thien Mu Pagoda, Tu Duc and Tomb of Khai Dinh.

DAY 11 HUE > HO CHI MINH CITY

Fly to Ho Chi Minh and enjoy a sightseeing tour.DAY 12 HO CHI MINH CITY > BEN TRE > CAN THO

Drive to Mekong for a boat cruise past houses on stilts and local fish farms. Sample fruit and coconut milk at Turtle Island. Take a sampan boat and enjoy honey tea and folk songs. Lunch at My Tho, then drive to Can Tho. DAY 13 CAN THO > HO CHI MINH CITY

Boat tour of floating markets. Lunch en route to airport.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 9 nights in your selected category of accommodation, 1 night Halong Bay cruise, transfers and transport, overnight trains > Hanoi > Lao Cai > Hanoi. Flights Hanoi > Danang and Hue > Ho Chi Minh City, sightseeing with local English speaking guides, entrance fees, cycle hire and boat trips as specified, 11 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 1 Dinner.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Enquire for costs to upgrade to a private cabin on Sapa train journey. Surcharges apply during Vietnamese New Year, Christmas and New Year’s Eve.


3½ S

tar 1 Jan–31 Mar $3,045 $4,995

1 Apr–30 Apr $3,060 $5,0351 May–30 Sep $3,015 $4,975

4 St

ar

1 Jan–31 Mar $3,520 $5,9901 Apr–30 Apr $3,430 $5,8201 May–30 Sep $3,390 $5,750

5 St

ar

1 Jan–31 Mar $4,255 $7,3401 Apr–30 Apr $4,150 $7,1351 May–30 Sep $3,920 $6,700

Sapa Rice Fields

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THE LOST CIVILIZATION | 8 DAYSCruise along the Mekong River with Heritage Line. This classic cruise combines places rarely visited along with opulent world heritage sites. Choose between luxury boutique cruisers ‘The Jayavarman’ or ‘The Jahan’ and explore in comfort and style.DAY 1 HO CHI MINH CITY > MY THO > CAI BE

Travel 70km south by land to My Tho to board your ship and begin your cruise to Cai Be.DAY 2 CAI BE > SA DEC > CHAU DOC

Visit the colourful Cai Be f loating market aboard a traditional sampan. Continue through the canals to an Ancient House surrounded by fruit orchards. Cruise to Sa Dec and tour Binh Thanh Island and man-made canals. Evening cruise to Chau Doc.DAY 3 CHAU DOC > BORDER CROSSING

Visit the colourful local market, then journey to the quay for a boat excursion to floating villages, rustic catfish farms and the local Cham Muslim community village.DAY 4 PHNOM PENH

Tour this dynamic city including Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and National Museum. Visit the Genocide Museum and Killing Fields.DAY 5 PHNOM PENH > KAMPONG CHAM

Cruise to the little known Chong Koh silk weaving village. Cruise past the Mekong’s tranquil villages, see fishermen on makeshift boats. Tour the rural Angkor Ban Village.DAY 6 KAMPONG CHAM > WAT HANCHEY > WAT NOKOR

Travel to the pre-Angkorian 8th century temple of Wat Hanchey and see one of the most breathtaking views in Cambodia. Once an important centre of worship, you may see monks around the temples. Visit a nearby beach to swim. Cruise towards Kampong Cham to visit Wat Nokor which holds a timeless story.DAY 7 KAMPONG CHAM > KAMPONG CHHNANG

Cruise towards Kampong Chhnang on the Tonle Sap River. Enjoy a motorboat excursion to see the Khmer-styled pottery at the Aundaung Russey Village and continue through the wetlands, floating houses and fish farms.DAY 8 TONLE SAP > SIEM REAP

Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Siem Reap.

INCLUDES: 7 nights aboard the ‘Jayavarman’ or the ‘Jahan’ (both 5 Star), all meals on board, shore excursions with English speaking guides, entrance fees and transport, coffee and tea with breakfast, taxes, fuel, transfers in Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap.DEPARTS: Specific dates. Enquire for more information.COMMENTS: Gratuities are not included. Suggested amount is US$5 per person per day.


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1 Jan–31 Mar $4,226 $6,3371 Apr–30 Apr $3,347 $5,0211 Jun–30 Sep $2,734 $4,1011 Oct–14 Oct $3,347 $5,02115 Oct–31 Dec $4,226 $6,337

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MEANDERING MEKONG | 10 DAYSExplore Vietnam’s capital, Ho Chi Minh City, and travel up the Mekong River where the colourful villages and the floating markets give you an insight into daily life. Arrive in Phnom Penh, crossing the border between Vietnam and Cambodia on an exciting speedboat journey. Explore the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh and continue to Siem Reap to be awestruck by the enchanting Temples of Angkor. DAY 1 HO CHI MINH CITY

You will be met and transferred to your hotel.DAY 2 HO CHI MINH CITY

Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, designed by the French architect, Gustav Eiffel, the former Presidential Palace and Thien Hau temple.DAY 3 HO CHI MINH CITY > CU CHI > TAY NINH > HO CHI MINH CITY

Drive to the Cu Chi tunnels built to protect the Viet Cong guerrillas from the French air and ground sweeps. Then drive the Cao Dai Great Temple before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.DAY 4 HO CHI MINH CITY > BEN TRE > CAN THO

Drive to the Delta and join a motorboat excursion to Turtle Island. Visit a local home and take time to enjoy the village before transferring to Can Tho.DAY 5 CAN THO > CHAU DOC

Visit the vibrant Cai Rang floating market and Binh Thuy Ancient House. Continue to Chau Doc, at the border with Cambodia. Visit Nui Sam and its numerous Chinese, Cham and Khmer temples.DAY 6 CHAU DOC > PHNOM PENH

Take a speed boat to Phnom Penh. On arrival, visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, two of the most striking buildings in the capital and considered as some of the finest examples of Khmer architecture.DAY 7 PHNOM PENH > SIEM REAP

Fly to Siem Reap and visit Angkor Wat. The temple still displays hundreds of fine carvings of Apsara and Hindu mythology in its bas-relief.DAY 8 SIEM REAP

Visit the ancient royal city of Angkor Thom with its centre piece, the Bayon temple. In the afternoon visit Ta Prohm, a

beautiful temple overgrown with fig trees, giving a haunting yet exotic atmosphere. Continue to Artisans d’Angkor, an organization focusing on training unschooled rural youth in traditional handicraft skills.DAY 9 SIEM REAP > BANTEAY SREI > BENG MEALEA > SIEM REAP

Drive to Beng Mealea, a sprawling jungle temple constructed in a distinctly Angkor Wat style by King Suyavarman II in the early 12th century. Then on to Banteay Srei temple, a red sand-stone temple, one of Angkor’s most significant structures.DAY 10 SIEM REAP

Transfer to the airport.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 9 nights in your selected category of accommodation, flight Phnom Penh > Siem Reap, transfers and transport, sightseeing with local English speaking guides, entrance fees, speedboat Chau Doc > Phnom Penh, 9 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 1 Dinner.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Surcharges apply during Vietnamese New Year, Cambodian New Year as well as Christmas and New Year. Enquire for more information.


3½ S

tar

1 Jan–31 Mar $2,390 $4,065

1 Apr–30 Sep $2,320 $4,065

4 Sta

r 1 Jan–31 Mar $3,025 $5,280

1 Apr–30 Sep $2,840 $4,885

5 Sta

r 1 Jan–31 Mar $4,090 $7,425

1 Apr–30 Sep $3,645 $6,530

Cai Rang Floating Markets

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ANGKOR DISCOVERY | 4 DAYSIt is difficult to describe the scale and majesty of the Temples of Angkor. Built by kings who were said to be incarnations of the gods, these incredible temple-cities were once home to hundreds of thousands of people, each built to outshine all its predecessors in size and grandeur.DAY 1 SIEM REAP

Explore Angkor Wat by Tuk Tuk. This evening watch the sunset from a tethered helium balloon over Angkor Wat. Enjoy a traditional home cooked dinner with a typical Khmer family.DAY 2 SIEM REAP

Morning visit to Preah Kahn Temple. Time at leisure until late afternoon to visit Ta Prohm and Sras Srang.DAY 3 SIEM REAP

Visit the royal city of Angkor Thom to view the Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Time at leisure until your late afternoon visit to the red sandstone Banteay Srei Temple.DAY 4 SIEM REAP

Visit the trading port of Chhong Kneas. Enjoy a traditional boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake to see floating villages and houses on stilts. Return to Siem Reap.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking guides, 3 nights in your selected category of accommodation, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 3 Breakfasts and 1 Lunch.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Surcharges apply over the Cambodian New Year. Enquire for details.

SONG SAA PRIVATE ISLAND | 5 DAYSThis island lies secluded in the magnificent seascape, just 30 minutes by boat from Sihanoukville. Here you will enjoy deserted oases of virgin rainforests, tropical reefs and glistening white beaches. With just 27 intimate villas designed with the environment in mind, guests will enjoy total privacy and unparalleled luxury. From your over-water, beach or jungle villa, complete with private plunge pools, you’ ll enjoy stunning sunrise or sunset views!

INCLUDES: 4 nights’ accommodation in 1 bedroom villa, breakfast, lunch and dinner in any the dining venues, unlimited (house) wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages, in-villa dining, water sports equipment (snorkels, kayaks, sailboats, paddleboards), wifi, laundry, minibar restocked daily, return speedboat transfers (Sihanoukville to Song Saa Private Island), all taxes and service charges.

DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Prices shown include stay/pay specials that are not valid year round. Enquire for details.

2016 Price (per person) Twin

6 Sta

r Jungle Villa from $5,420Oceanview or Overwater Villa from $7,105

CAMBODIA


3½ S

tar

1 Jan–31 Mar $1,260 $1,9051 Apr–30 Sep $1,220 $1,815

4 Sta

r 1 Jan–31 Mar $1,555 $2,4851 Apr–30 Sep $1,450 $2,280

5 Sta

r 1 Jan–31 Mar $2,135 $3,6501 Apr–30 Sep $1,920 $3,215

Ta Prohm, Angkor Song Saa Private Island

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CAMBODIA CULTURE & CUISINE | 7 DAYSLearn about the country’s history and traditions. Along the way, dine on some of the finest Cambodian cuisine, sample food prepared by local families and take part in a cooking class.DAY 1 PHNOM PENH

You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a Khmer massage, then dinner at top restaurant ‘Malis.’DAY 2 PHNOM PENH

Cyclo tour of the city and lunch at Romdeng restaurant. Tour of Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. DAY 3 PHNOM PENH > BATTAMBANG

Afternoon visit to cultural villages. See the traditional Khmer houses at Wat Kor. Dinner at a local restaurant.DAY 4 BATTAMBANG > SIEM REAP

Private boat trip to visit Prek Toal bird sanctuary and Tonle Sap Lake. Dinner in a beautiful garden setting.DAY 5 SIEM REAP

Private hands-on cooking class. Visit temples of Angkor Wat by Tuk Tuk. Watch the sunset from a tethered air balloon over Angkor Wat. Home cooked dinner with a Khmer family.DAY 6 SIEM REAP

Visit Chhong Kneas floating village and Kampong Phluck

stilted village. Continue to Angkor Thom. Enjoy a final traditional Khmer dinner.DAY 7 SIEM REAP

You will be transferred to the airport.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking guides, 6 nights in your selected category of accommodation, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 6 Dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Surcharges apply over the Cambodian New Year. Enquire for details.

CAMBODIA IN STYLE | 5 DAYSDiscover this country’s history with a visit to Angkor in Siem Reap and history museums in Phnom Penh.DAY 1 PHNOM PENH

Cyclo tour of the city followed by a sunset river cruise. Enjoy dinner at a renowned restaurant.DAY 2 PHNOM PENH > SIEM REAP

Flight to Siem Reap. Visit Angkor Wat by Tuk Tuk and watch the sunset in a tethered Helium balloon.DAY 3 SIEM REAP

Visit Ta Prohm, Prasat Tanei and Preah Kahn Temple. Lunch at a local home near Sras Srang. Continue to visit Bayon Temple.DAY 4 SIEM REAP > TONLE SAP LAKE > SIEM REAP

Visit trading port of Chhong Kneas and then enjoy a traditional boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake, passing by floating villages and houses on stilts. Visit to Banteay Srei Temple.DAY 5 SIEM REAP


INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking guides, 4 nights in your selected category of accommodation, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 4 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 4 Dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Surcharges apply over the Cambodian New Year. Enquire for details.


4 Sta

r 1 Jan–31 Mar $3,325 $5,590

1 Apr–30 Sep $3,190 $5,3155 S

tar 1 Jan–31 Mar $4,215 $7,410

1 Apr–30 Sep $3,905 $6,790


4 Sta

r 1 Jan–31 Mar $1,780 $2,935

1 Apr–30 Sep $1,660 $2,695

5 Sta

r 1 Jan–31 Mar $2,520 $4,430

1 Apr–30 Sep $2,250 $3,895

Phnom Penh Royal PalaceAngkor Wat

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RICHNESS & SPLENDOURS OF LAOS | 10 DAYSThe elegance of Luang Prabang and Vientiane, coupled with tea and coffee plantations, glorious waterfalls and thick jungles make for a fascinating journey. Climb Mount Phousi for wonderful views of the ancient capital, witness the dawn procession of orange-robed monks receiving food offerings from the Luang Prabang residents and clamber onto the back of an elephant for a trek through the jungle to Mount Assa. DAY 1 LUANG PRABANG

You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Visit the Mount Phousi Hilltribe market.DAY 2 LUANG PRABANG

Sightseeing tour to Wat Xong Thuong, National Museum (Former Royal Palace), Wat Mai, Wat That at sunset, Wat Visoun and Wat Chompet.DAY 3 LUANG PRABANG > KUANG SI WATERFALL > LUANG PRABANG

Morning market tour and cooking class. Visit the Kuang Si Waterfall and swim in clear water! Afternoon visit to an ethnic minority village.DAY 4 LUANG PRABANG > PAK OU CAVES > KAMU LODGE

Dawn visit to witness the monk offerings (highly recommended). Transfer by boat to Pak Ou Caves for a caves tour. Travel to Kamu Eco-Lodge for overnight. Optional rice planting or fishing.DAY 5 KAMU LODGE > LUANG PRABANG > VIENTIANE

Transfer by boat to Luang Prabang. Visit a weaving village, then fly to Vientiane.DAY 6 VIENTIANE

Sightseeing tour to Wat Sisaket, Wat Phra Keo, That Luang and Patouxai Monument.DAY 7 VIENTIANE > PAKSE > TAD LO > TAD FANE > PAKSE

Fly to Pakse. Visit Tad Lo Falls, Tad Fane Falls and the plantations of the Bolavens Plateau.DAY 8 PAKSE > WAT PHOU > KHONG ISLAND

Transfer by road to Champassak. Visit Wat Phou, a

UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Bat Kiet Ngong Village. Enjoy an elephant ride to Mount Assa and continue to Khong Island.DAY 9 KHONG ISLAND > SIPHANDON > PAKSE

Local boat to Done Det and Don Khone Islands. Visit Khone Papheng and Lippi Waterfalls before returning to Pakse for a visit to the evening market.DAY 10 PAKSE


INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking guides, flights Luang Prabang > Vientiane > Pakse, 9 nights in your selected category of accommodation, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 9 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 1 Dinner.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Should you travel during Pi Mai Lao, the Laos New Year, many shops and businesses are closed during this period or may operate on a limited schedule although most restaurants remain open. As it is a tradition to splash water to bring good luck, travellers should take care of their electronics.


3½ S

tar 1 Jan–17 Apr $3,538 $5,963

18 Apr–30 Sep $3,379 $5,654

LAOS

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LUXURY LAOS IN STYLE | 6 DAYSDiscover the distinctive charm and beauty of Laos on this journey through the kingdom formerly known as Lang Xang, the Land of a Million Elephants. Staying in elegant hotels you will have the opportunity to experience the unique atmosphere in Luang Prabang as well as see enigmatic Vientiane. Along the way you will be enchanted by this country noted for genuinely friendly people and their relaxed pace of life.DAY 1 LUANG PRABANG

You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Orientation tour including chatting with monks at a local temple. Climb Mount Phousi Mountain with views over Mekong and Nam Kh Rivers. Take part in a Baci Ceremony.DAY 2 LUANG PRABANG

Special dawn witnessing of orange-robed monks receiving offerings. Enjoy a tour of the historical Old Town including Royal Palace and National Museum, Wat Visoun and Wat Aham Temples. Afternoon cooking class and dinner.DAY 3 LUANG PRABANG

Visit Wat Xieng Thong before a private longboat up the Mekong to Pak Ou Caves. (During the dry season, you will be transferred by road.) Afternoon visit to local villages and evening at leisure.DAY 4 LUANG PRABANG > VIENTIANE

Fly to Vientiane. Day at leisure.DAY 5 VIENTIANE

City tour including That Luang, Panoramic view from the roof of Patuxai and Wat Sisaket where you will see hundreds of Buddha statues!DAY 6 VIENTIANE


INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking guides, 5 nights’ accommodation, flights Luang

Prabang > Vientiane, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 5 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 2 Dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Surcharges apply over Laos New Year.


5 Sta

r 1 Jan–31 Mar $3,420 $6,3951 Apr–30 Oct $2,970 $5,450

Buddhist Temple, Vientiane

Wat Sisaket, Vientiane

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A WORLD APART | 11 DAYS‘This is Burma. It is quite unlike any place you know about’, wrote Kipling. More than a century later these words still ring true. Burma remains a world apart, its isolation due to the military junta ruling the country since the mid 20th century has impeded the growth of this former capital, Yangon. This has also allowed it, and the rest of the country, to retain its old world charm by holding onto traditions lost elsewhere in Asia.DAY 1 YANGON

You will be met and transferred to your hotel.DAY 2 YANGON

Tour the city to enjoy a mix of colonial architecture, high rise buildings and beautiful pagodas. Finish with the Shwedagon pagoda, a dazzling Buddhist temple that attracts pilgrims from all over the world.DAY 3 YANGON > BAGO > YANGON

Drive to Bago and visit the Shwemawdaw Pagoda, tallest pagoda in the country. See the giant Shwethalyaung (reclining Buddha). Finish with Kyaik Pun Pagoda, famous for four giant Buddha Statues sitting back to back.DAY 4 YANGON > BAGAN

Fly to Bagan. Visit Dhammayangyi temple with mysterious, bricked-up inner passageways. See Mingalazedi’s glazed Jataka tiles, intact mural paintings at Htilominlo and the Shweizogon pagoda. Enjoy a scenic sunset.DAY 5 BAGAN > MT. POPA > SALAY > BAGAN

Visit the Buddhist monastery Taung Kalat, built on a volcanic plug. Believed to be home to 37 nats (spirits), atop Mt Popa. Enjoy lunch and the incredible views. Continue to Salay and visit Yoke-Sone-Kyaung, famous for its spectacular wood carvings.DAY 6 BAGAN > MANDALAY

Fly to Mandalay. Visit Mahamuni Temple and the Cultural Museum. See Kuthodaw Temple, known for having the world’s largest book—a collection of 729 stone slabs documenting Buddha’s teachings. Drive up Mandalay Hill to visit the Buddha at Shweyattaw temple.DAY 7 MANDALAY > ANCIENT CAPITALS > MANDALAY

Visit Amarapura to see the country’s largest monastery.

Continue to the teak bridge of U Bein and Sagaing Hill, home to over 3,000 monks. Visit Ava and then ride a horse-drawn carriage to Bagaya Monastery and Royal Palace.DAY 8 MANDALAY > HEHO > PINDAYA

Fly to Heho and transfer to Pindaya. Visit limestone caves which house thousands of Buddha images. Visit a Shan umbrella and mulberry paper production home industry.DAY 9 PINDAYA > KALAW > INLE LAKE

Transfer to Kalaw, a beautiful hill town. Visit the Pinmagon monastery. Take a short hike and enjoy a picnic lunch. Visit the King church and the local market and observe the different hill tribes. Enjoy a scenic drive to the second largest lake, Inle.DAY 10 INLE LAKE

Boat trip to the floating market and gardens. Lunch on the shores, then depart to Inle lake to see the Indein pagoda. Visit Pa O tribe village, a monastery and ancient pagoda ruins.DAY 11 HEHO > YANGON

Drive from Inle Lake to Heho Airport for flight to Yangon.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking guides, flights Yangon > Bagan > Mandalay > Heho > Yangon, 10 nights’ accommodation, transfers and transport,sightseeing and entrance fees, 10 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Surcharge applies during Burmese New Year.


4 Sta

r 1 Jan–31 Mar $6,210 $10,3571 Apr–30 Apr $5,339 $8,6071 May–30 Sep $5,511 $8,960

Yangon

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MYANMAR

AYEYARWADY ADVENTURE—ROAD TO MANDALAY | 8 DAYSDAY 1 YANGON > BAGAN

Fly to Bagan and join your cruise. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of Bagan and watch the sunset over a field of thousands of pagodas.DAY 2 BAGAN > CRUISING

Visit Bagan’s bustling local markets or explore this enchanting area on your own. The ship anchors mid-river for the evening.DAY 3 CRUISING > MANDALAY

Relax on-board or join a cooking demonstration on the top deck. Moor in Mandalay and visit Mingun, home to the enormous, ruined pagoda of King Bodawpaya.DAY 4 MAYMYO

Join your guide to visit Maymyo, a colonial hill station set high in the mountains. Enjoy a typical Shan lunch at a colonial house.DAY 5 SAGAING

Visit Sagaing Hills, regarded as the centre of Buddhist faith in Myanmar. Continue cruising and in the afternoon visit the sights of Mandalay.DAY 6 AVA

Join an early morning walking tour of Shwe Kyet Yet village and sail to the ancient capital of Ava. Later start the cruise back towards Bagan.DAY 7 MOUNT POPA

Enjoy a full day to Mount Popa, a national park and believed to be the sacred home of powerful ‘Nats.’ Return to the ship for farewell dinner and local entertainment.DAY 8 BAGAN > YANGON

Fly to Yangon where arrangements conclude.

INCLUDES: 7 nights’ accommodation based on two people sharing, all table d’hôte meals, return economy class flights from Yangon.DEPARTS: Wednesdays: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28; Feb 4, 11, 18, 25; Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Aug 12; Oct 7, 14, 21, 28; Nov 4, 11, 18, 25; Dec 2, 16.

Saturdays: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Aug 15; Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Nov 7, 14, 21, 28; Dec 5, 22.COMMENTS: Single prices for sole use of cabins are available on request. Enquire for other Belmond cruise itineraries.

BELMOND ORCAELLA This is an intimate river cruiser that glides along Myanmar’s two main rivers, the Chindwin and Ayeyarwady. Witness the shimmering temples that dot the landscape and join off the beaten track explorations to remote regions. Wander through hilltop villages, taste freshly prepared street food and browse the bustling markets.

BELMOND ROAD TO MANDALAYCruise along the mighty Ayeyarwady River, taking in the country’s most mesmerising landscapes from the luxurious river cruiser. Stop off to explore rural villages from a bygone era, see saffron-robed monks go about their daily rituals and marvel at the golden spires of pagodas which soar out of the lush jungle.

BELMOND MYANMAR LUXURY CRUISES Travel in luxury along the Chindwin and Ayeyarwady Rivers. Experience the enchanting sights, scents and sounds of Myanmar from the perfect vantage point.

2016 Price (per person) Twin

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2016 Price (per person)

Pullman Superior

State Cabin

Presidential Suite

5 Sta

r Jan–Mar $3,410 $4,830 $7,110Apr–Sep $3,090 $4,390 $6,180Oct–Dec $3,410 $4,830 $7,110

EASTERN & ORIENTAL EXPRESS For a unique way to experience the wonders of Southeast Asia, travel on the Eastern & Oriental Express. With elegant compartments, delicious cuisine and superb service, the atmosphere evokes the great age of luxury trains. In the Dining Cars, enjoy gourmet dishes and fine wines in crystal and silverware; The Bar Car, with its resident pianist and variety of local entertainment, provides an opportunity to meet fellow travellers. Guests also enjoy an open-decked Observation Car to enjoy the beautiful scenery. The train accommodates 132 passengers in 66 air-conditioned cabins, all furnished with beautiful fabrics and fine linens. The Eastern & Oriental Express has a number of itineraries from 2–6 nights, please enquire for more information.

CLASSIC JOURNEYS: BANGKOK > SINGAPORE | 4 DAYSDAY 1 BANGKOK

Depart from Bangkok and comfortably watch the sunset over the passing countryside in your unique observation car. Savour the culinary delights presented by the onboard chefs amid the elegant setting of the restaurant cars.DAY 2 RIVER KWAI

Disembark at River Kwai station for a river cruise on a local raft, with a historian onboard to provide an overview of the railway and the bridge. Travel by motor coach to the Thailand-Burma railway museum and perhaps visit the Don Rak war cemetery.DAY 3 KUALA KANGSAR > KUALA LUMPUR

A relaxing morning on board before a tour of Kuala Kangsar including the Ubudiah Mosque, reputed to be one of Malaysia’s most majestic. Following a view of the Royal Museum of Perak, the tour concludes at the Sultan Shah Gallery.DAY 4 JOHOR -SINGAPORE

Travel through vast oil-palm plantations before crossing the causeway over the Straits for a late morning arrival into bustling Singapore.

INCLUDES: 3 nights on board the Eastern & Oriental Express, all meals while on board and all excursions.

DEPARTS: Selected dates year round.COMMENTS: Prices are per person based on sharing accommodation. Single prices for sole use of cabins are available on request. Wine and bar drinks are not included.

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DISCOVER UZBEKISTAN | 8 DAYSCentral Asia has always been a cultural and intellectual crossroads. Discover 2,500 years of history as you travel through Uzbekistan—minarets soar towards the sky, bazaars bustle with commerce and blue-tiled madrasahs sparkle in the sunlight. The Uzbeks are hospitable, gregarious and universally kind so it may well be the people that leave the most lasting impression!DAY 1 TASHKENT

You will be met and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon visit Old Tashkent including Hast Imam Square, Kaffal Sashi Mausoleum and Chorsu bazaar.DAY 2 TASHKENT > SAMARKAND

Travel by train to Samarkand and transfer to your hotel. Later visit the Ensemble of Registan and Gur-Emir Mausoleum housing the graves of the conqueror Tamerlane, and his descendants.DAY 3 SAMARKAND

Continue exploring Samarkand including Bibi-Khonym Mosque, Siab bazaar, the Mausoleum of Khodja Doniyor (Prophet Daniel) and the observatory and memorial museum of Ulugbek. Dinner in a local home this evening.DAY 4 SAMARKAND > BUKHARA

Drive to Bukhara, the former capital of the powerful Emirate of Bukhara with more than 140 architectural monuments, dating back to the Middle Ages. The city is a vital stop in the centre of the Silk Road.DAY 5 BUKHARA

Visit the remains of the city wall and gate of Bukhara, Samonid’s Mausoleum, Ark citadel & Zindan (ancient prison), the Trading Dome and Synagogue. Stop at a local family home to experience the Uzbek lifestyle and hospitality. Participate in a master class of making a traditional plov—the national dish.

DAY 6 BUKHARA > KHIVA

Visit the Summer Palace and then drive between the Kara-Kum (black sands) and the Kyzyl-Kum (red sands) deserts to Khiva. En route see the Amudarya River, known to many western explorers as the Oxus. Enjoy a folk show in the Toza Bog Palace, the summer residence of Mohammed Rakhim Khan II.DAY 7 KHIVA > URGENCH > TASHKENT

See the Monument of Al Khorezmiy, Palace Complex Kuhna Ark, the carefully preserved Pakhlavan Mahmud Mausoleum, Anushakhan bath-houses, and the Palvan Darvaza ‘Warriors Gate’ before an evening f light to Tashkent for your final evening in Uzbekistan.DAY 8 TASHKENT


INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking local guides, 7 nights’ accommodation in 4 Star or best available, transfers, sightseeing and entrance fees, train ticket Tashkent > Samarkand and domestic flight Urgench > Tashkent, visa support letter, 7 Breakfasts and 7 Dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.


4 Star: 1 Mar–15 Dec $1,785 $2,050

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CHINA HIGHLIGHTS | 14 DAYSOn this journey you will be mesmerised by the Great Wall, ancient temples and palaces in Beijing. You will see the locals in the backstreet ‘hutongs’ by rickshaw. In Xi’an visit the archaeological discovery of the century, the 2,000 year old ‘Terracotta Warriors.’ Enjoy a spectacular cruise down the Li River, try Longjing Green Tea at a Tea plantation and visit Suzhou, famous for its classic gardens. Finish in the wonderful city of Shanghai.DAY 1 BEIJING

You will be met and transferred to your hotel.DAYS 2–4 BEIJING

Extensive touring in Beijing over next 3 days including the Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, pandas at Beijing Zoo, tour of the Hutongs and a Peking Duck Dinner.DAY 5 BEIJING > XI’AN

Morning at leisure. Afternoon flight to Xi’an. This evening enjoy a superb Tang Dynasty dinner and folkloric show.DAY 6 XI’AN

Private tour including the 6,000 year old Banpo Neolithic village and the marvellous ‘buried army’ of Terracotta Warriors, interred with Emperor Qin Shi Huang.DAY 7 XI’AN > GUILIN

Visit the Shaanxi History Museum and Big Wild Goose Pagoda before walking the old city walls and transferring to the airport for a flight to Guilin.DAYS 8 & 9 GUILIN

Touring includes a Li River cruise, you will see jagged mist-covered mountains, quaint villages, fishermen aboard bamboo rafts and grazing water buffalo. See the Yangshou markets, Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill.DAY 10 GUILIN > HANGZHOU

Fly to Hangzhou and visit the Six Harmony Pagoda, famous lakes and gardens.DAY 11 HANGZHOU

Take a short cruise on West Lake and visit a tea plantation.DAY 12 HANGZHOU > SUZHOU > SHANGHAI

Train to Suzhou and visit both the Lingering Garden and the Garden of the Netting Master. Enjoy a cruise on the

Grand Canal before boarding train to Shanghai, explore this wonderful city where ‘ancient meets modern’.DAY 13 SHANGHAI

Touring today includes the Bund and Yu Gardens.DAY 14 SHANGHAI


INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking guides, 13 nights in your selected category of accommodation, transfers and transport, Flights: Beijing > Xi’an > Guilin > Hangzhou, Train: Hangzhou > Suzhou > Shanghai, sightseeing and entrance fees, rickshaw hire in Beijing, 13 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches and 2 Dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.COMMENTS: Itinerary is available in the reverse direction.


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1 Jan–29 Feb $3,995 $5,7401 Mar–31 Mar $3,950 $6,0951 Apr–31 May $4,085 $6,4751 Jun–31 Aug $3,950 $6,0951 Sep–30 Nov $3,950 $6,095

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1 Jan–29 Feb $4,405 $6,7451 Mar–31 Mar $4,610 $7,1951 Apr–31 May $4,830 $7,6651 Jun–31 Aug $4,610 $7,1951 Sep–30 Nov $4,830 $7,665

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THE IMPERIAL YANGTZE | 10 DAYSStarting in Beijing, explore historical imperial treasures such as the Forbidden City, Great Wall and famed Summer Palace. Visit Xi’an, home of the Terracotta Warriors, before cruising the legendary Yangtze River. Admire the engineering marvel of the Three Gorges Dam and sail through the wildly beautiful Three Gorges and Lesser Gorges before reaching Yichang. You’ll also have time to explore cosmopolitan Shanghai, China’s most cutting edge and modern city.DAY 1 BEIJING

You will be met and transferred to your hotel.DAY 2 BEIJING

Full day sightseeing to the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. Enjoy a Peking Duck dinner.DAY 3 BEIJING

Sightseeing to the Great Wall of China and Ming Tombs.DAY 4 BEIJING > XI’AN

Fly to Xi’an and visit the marvellous ‘buried army’ of Terracotta Warriors, interred with Emperor Qin Shi Huang. In the evening enjoy a Tang Dynasty show and tasty dinner.DAY 5 XI’AN > CHONGQING

Visit the ancient city walls and Great Mosque. Fly to Chongqing and join the luxury New Century cruise ship.DAYS 6 & 7 YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE

Cruise the Yangtze and discover a river full of amazing natural beauties and historic relics. Pass through Qutang Gorge, the shortest, narrowest and most dramatic of the three. Wu Gorge is known for its quiet beauty, forest-covered mountains and sheer cliffs.DAY 8 YICHANG > SHANGHAI

Visit the Three Gorges dam and fly to Shanghai.DAY 9 SHANGHAI

Visits include the historic Bund, Yu Gardens and the Jade Buddha Temple, evening acrobatic show.DAY 10 SHANGHAI


INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with private English speaking guides and driver (on land portion), 3 nights onboard the New Century on the Yangtze River cruise, 6 nights’ hotel accommodation, flights Beijing > Xi’an > Chongqing, Yichang > Shanghai, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, port charges, 9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 4 Dinners.DEPARTS: Fridays.


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1 Jan–31 May $4,150 $7,0401 Jun–31 Aug $3,925 $6,5301 Sep–30 Nov $4,150 $7,040JUNIOR SUITE

1 Jan–31 May $4,810 $8,5851 Jun–31 Aug $5,070 $7,9601 Sep–30 Nov $4,810 $8,585

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HIGHLIGHTS OF JAPAN | 9 DAYSA wonderful introduction to Japan—from the bustle of Tokyo to the majesty of Mt Fuji. Tranquility abounds in Hakone where you will experience staying in a traditional Japanese Inn (ryokan). In Kyoto explore the historic sites and marvel as you walk through the Sagano bamboo grove. To visit Hiroshima is a moving experience as you view this city that has been rebuilt from ashes into one that is prosperous and vibrant.DAY 1 TOKYO

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.DAY 2 TOKYO

Enjoy a private half day tour of Tokyo with a guide. Choose perhaps the Tsukiji Fish Market and Imperial East Garden or Asakusa Kannon Temple and Tokyo Sky Tree.DAY 3 TOKYO

Scheduled day tour to Nikko, the ancient centre of Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship, with its magical shrines and stunning natural scenery.DAY 4 TOKYO > MT FUJI > HAKONE

Scheduled tour to Mt Fuji and then continue to Hakone, famous for its hot springs, for a ride on the Hakone Ropeway for spectacular views. Overnight at a ryokan with its own onsen (spa).DAY 5 HAKONE > KYOTO

Take the bullet train to Kyoto and transfer to your hotel.DAY 6 KYOTO

Enjoy a private half day tour of Kyoto with a guide. Choose perhaps Niji Castle and Kinkakuji Temple or Kodajii Temple and the Gion District.DAY 7 KYOTO

Enjoy a scenic walking tour and river cruise in Arashiyama, including the Sagano Bamboo Grove and the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge.DAY 8 KYOTO > HIROSHIMA > OSAKA

Travel by bullet train to Hiroshima where your guide will

meet you for a private tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima. Continue by bullet train to Osaka.DAY 9 OSAKA


INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking guides, 7 nights hotel accommodation and 1 night in a ryokan, airport transfers, 3 private and 2 scheduled tours, entrance fees, 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner.DEPARTS: Daily.


4 Sta

r 4 Jan–25 Mar $5,210 $7,87526 Mar–9 Apr $5,470 $8,34010 Apr–20 Dec $5,210 $7,875

Kyoto Skyline

Cherry Blossom tree with Mt Fuji

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