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Denpasar 93 OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY 102 MYANMAR 102 A World Apart 94 VIETNAM 103 Luxury Cruises with Belmond 94 Essential Vietnam 95 Grand Vietnam 104 LUXURY TRAINS 96 The Lost Civilisation 104 Eastern & Oriental Express 97 Meandering Mekong 105 UZBEKISTAN 98 CAMBODIA 105 Discover Uzbekistan 98 Angkor Discovery 98 Song Saa Private Island 106 CHINA 99 Cambodia Culture & Cuisine 106 China Highlights 99 Cambodia in Style 107 The Imperial Yangtze 100 LAOS 108 JAPAN 100 Richness & Splendours of Laos 108 Highlights of Japan 101 Luxury Laos in Style

92 / ASIA OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY

SONG SAA PRIVATE ISLAND SIX SENSES Koh Rong Archipelago, Cambodia Con Dao, Vietnam Luxury that treads lightly. The resort spans the islands Set along a stretch of a white sandy beach, this resort of Koh Ouen and Koh Bong complete with protected offers spectacular views out to the mountains, best tropical reefs and a glistening white beach. enjoyed from your private infinity pool.

RAFFLES GRAND HOTEL D’ANGKOR HOTEL METROPOLE HANOI Siem Reap, Cambodia Hanoi, Vietnam Across from the Royal Palace, this hotel is rich in Award-winning French colonial-style hotel. It boasts a Cambodian history and full of original treasures. Enjoy classical white façade, green shutters, original wrought the magnificent pool and 15 acres of landscaped gardens. iron detail, wood panelling and a lush courtyard lawn.

RAFFLES HOTEL LE ROYAL THE NAM HAI Phnom Penh, Cambodia Hoi An, Vietnam This hotel blends luxury with an old-world charm. Visually striking villas line a seemingly infinite stretch Superbly located in the heart of Hanoi, near Hoan Kiem of white sand. Spread over 35 hectares of tropical Lake and the magnificent Opera House. gardens complete with top-notch butlers.

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Halong Bay ESSENTIAL VIETNAM | 10 DAYS Designed 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 and culture and introduce you to the friendly local people and spectacular landscapes.

DAY 1 HO CHI MINH CITY DAY 9 HANOI > HALONG BAY Transfer to your hotel. Drive to Halong Bay for an overnight cruise. Sit back while DAY 2 HO CHI MINH CITY sailing on emerald waters past craggy limestone cliffs. Morning walking tour of historic landmarks. Drive to Thiên DAY 10 HALONG BAY > HANOI Hau Temple, dedicated to ‘The Lady of the Sea’ and visit the Disembark and drive back to Hanoi. Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine. INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 8 nights’ accommodation DAY 3 CAI LAY BIKING (MEKONG DELTA) in the category of your choice, 1 night aboard a traditional Drive through rural villages and rice paddies to Cai Lay and junk in Halong Bay, flights Ho Chi Minh City > Danang cruise the Mekong Delta in a charming wooden boat. After a > Hanoi, sightseeing with local English speaking guides, short 7km cycle along narrow village lanes, visit the home of a entrance fees, Mekong Delta and Halong Bay boat trips, fruit farmer, and stroll around the orchard. Travel by sampan 9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 1 Dinner. boat along tropical canals. Walk through a Mekong village DEPARTS: Daily. to a local home and enjoy a home-hosted lunch of Mekong Delta specialties. COMMENTS: Surcharges apply during the Vietnamese New DAY 4 HO CHI MINH CITY > DANANG > HOI AN Year (Jan 28), Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Morning flight to Danang. Transfer to Hoi An for a walking tour of Chinese-style shop houses, the Japanese Covered 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single Bridge, historic architecture and lantern making. 1 Jan–30 Apr $2,390 $3,946 Star DAYS 5 & 6 HOI AN

3½ 1 May–30 Sep $2,304 $3,906 Days at leisure to relax by the beach or have clothes tailored. DAY 7 HOI AN > DANANG > HANOI 1 Jan–30 Apr $2,848 $4,994

Morning at leisure then fly to Hanoi. 4 Star 1 May–30 Sep $2,768 $4,834 DAY 8 HANOI 1 Jan–30 Apr $3,546 $5,372 Sightseeing at Hoi Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Museum of Ethnology, walking tour of 5 Star 1 May–30 Sep $3,314 $5,786 the Old Quarter and an evening Water Puppet Theatre show.

94 / ASIA Sapa Rice Fields GRAND VIETNAM | 13 DAYS This 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 DAY 10 HUE You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Visit the Visit the Imperial Citadel, then a cyclo tour of the Old City, markets (if open). visiting Tinh Tam Lake, Thien Mu Pagoda, Tu Duc and DAY 2 HANOI Tomb of Khai Dinh. Enjoy sightseeing of the city including the Old Quarter and a DAY 11 HUE > HO CHI MINH CITY water puppet theatre show. Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy a sightseeing tour. DAY 3 HANOI > HOA LU > NINH BINH > HANOI > LAO CAI DAY 12 HO CHI MINH CITY > BEN TRE > CAN THO Drive to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Explore the Van Long Drive to Mekong Delta for a boat cruise past houses on stilts eco-tourism area. Take a boat trip along the river, passing and local fish farms. Sample fruit and coconut milk at Turtle local villages, limestone karsts and caves. Overnight train trip Island. Take a sampan boat and enjoy honey tea and folk to Lao Cai. songs. Lunch at My Tho, then drive to Can Tho. DAY 4 LAO CAI > SAPA DAY 13 CAN THO > HO CHI MINH CITY Light trek through Muong Hoa valley to Sapa’s quaint Boat tour of floating markets. Lunch en route to airport. hilltribe villages. See the Zay minority at Ta Van Village and INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 9 nights’ accommodation Red Dao people at Giang Ta Chai Village. in the category of your choice, 1 night Halong Bay cruise, DAY 5 SAPA > HANOI transfers and transport, overnight trains Hanoi > Lao Cai Visit a local market to see handicrafts made by the minority > Hanoi, flights Hanoi > Danang and Hue > Ho Chi hilltribe people. Overnight train trip to Hanoi. Minh City, sightseeing with local English speaking guides, DAY 6 HANOI > HALONG BAY entrance fees, cycle hire and boat trips as specified, Drive to Halong Bay. Board your ship and begin cruising 11 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 1 Dinner. through spectacular Halong Bay where spectacular limestone DEPARTS: Daily. karsts emerge from the emerald waters. Overnight on your COMMENTS: Enquire for costs to upgrade to a private cabin ship in Halong Bay. on Sapa train journey. Surcharges apply during Vietnamese DAY 7 HALONG BAY > HANOI > DANANG > HOI AN New Year, Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Morning Halong Bay cruise before driving back to Hanoi Airport. Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single DAY 8 HOI AN 1 Jan–30 Apr $3,418 $5,558 Star Visit the abandoned temples of My Son Sanctuary. Just 20 structures stand today in the lush jungle valley. Walking 3½ 1 May–30 Sep $3,320 $5,494 tour to see the Japanese bridge, a beautiful historical piece of 1 Jan–30 Apr $4,236 $6,414 Japanese architecture. Finish with a colourful market. 4 Star 1 May–30 Sep $4,034 $6,342 DAY 9 HOI AN > HUE Drive to Cham Museum and over the ‘Pass of Ocean Clouds’ 1 Jan–30 Apr $4,928 $7,856 to visit the fishing village of Lang Co. 5 Star 1 May –30 Sep $4,610 $7,382

ASIA / 95 Floating Markets, Mekong Delta THE LOST CIVILISATION | 8 DAYS Cruise 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,’ on a range of itineraries, and explore in comfort and style.

DAY 1 HO CHI MINH CITY > MY THO > CAI BE INCLUDES: 7 nights aboard ‘The Jayavarman,’ all meals Travel 70km south by land to My Tho to board your ship and on board, shore excursions with English speaking guides, begin your cruise to Cai Be. entrance fees and transport, coffee and tea with breakfast, DAY 2 CAI BE > SA DEC > CHAU DOC taxes, fuel, transfers in Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap. Visit the colourful Cai Be floating market aboard a traditional DEPARTS: Specific dates. Enquire for more information. sampan. Continue through the canals to an Ancient House COMMENTS: Gratuities are not included. Suggested amount surrounded by fruit orchards. Cruise to Sa Dec and tour is US$5 per person per day. 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 its Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and National Museum. Visit the Genocide Museum and Killing Fields. DAY 5 PHNOM PENH > KAMPONG CHAM THE JAYAVARMAN Cruise to the little known Chong Koh silk weaving village. 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single Cruise past the Mekong’s tranquil villages, see fishermen on 1 Jan–30 Mar $4,622 $6,931 makeshift boats. Tour the rural Angkor Ban Village. 1 Apr–30 Apr $3,661 $5,492 DAY 6 KAMPONG CHAM > WAT HANCHEY > WAT NOKOR 1 Jun–30 Sep $3,081 $4,620 Travel to the pre-Angkorian 8th century temple of Wat Superior 1 Oct–14 Oct $3,770 $5,656 Hanchey and see one of the most breathtaking views in 15 Oct–31 Dec $4,761 $7,139 Cambodia. Once an important centre of worship, you may still see monks around the temples. Visit a nearby beach to 1 Jan–30 Mar $5,489 $8,231 swim. Cruise towards Kampong Cham to visit Wat Nokor 1 Apr–30 Apr $4,348 $6,522 which holds a timeless story. 1 Jun–30 Sep $3,555 $5,331 Deluxe DAY 7 KAMPONG CHAM > KAMPONG CHHNANG 1 Oct–14 Oct $4,478 $6,717 Cruise towards Kampong Chhnang on the Tonle Sap River. 15 Oct–31 Dec $5,653 $8,323 Enjoy a motorboat excursion to see the Khmer-styled pottery 1 Jan–30 Mar $5,895 $8,842 at the Aundaung Russey Village and continue through the 1 Apr–30 Apr $4,670 $7,006 wetlands, floating houses and fish farms. 1 Jun–30 Sep $3,819 $5,728

DAY 8 TONLE SAP > SIEM REAP Signature 1 Oct–14 Oct $4,811 $7,216 Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Siem Reap. 15 Oct–31 Dec $6,072 $9,108

96 / ASIA Rice field, Chau Doc MEANDERING MEKONG | 10 DAYS Explore 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 yet exotic atmosphere. Continue to Artisans d’Angkor, an You will be met and transferred to your hotel. organisation focused on training unschooled rural youth in DAY 2 HO CHI MINH CITY traditional handicraft skills. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, DAY 9 SIEM REAP > BENG MEALEA > BANTEAY SREI designed by the French architect, Gustav Eiffel, the former > SIEM REAP Presidential Palace and Thien Hau temple. Drive to Beng Mealea, a sprawling jungle temple constructed DAY 3 HO CHI MINH CITY > CU CHI > TAY NINH > in a distinctly Angkor Wat style by King Suyavarman II HO CHI MINH CITY in the early 12th century. Then on to Banteay Srei temple, Drive to the Cu Chi tunnels, built to protect the Viet Cong a red sand-stone temple, one of Angkor’s most significant guerrillas from the French air and ground sweeps. Visit the structures. Cao Dai Great Temple before returning to Ho Chi Minh City. DAY 10 SIEM REAP DAY 4 HO CHI MINH CITY > BEN TRE > CAN THO Transfer to the airport. Drive to the Delta and join a motorboat excursion to Turtle Island. Visit a local home and take time to enjoy the village INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 9 nights’ accommodation before transferring to Can Tho. in the category of your choice, flight Phnom Penh > Siem DAY 5 CAN THO > CHAU DOC Reap, transfers and transport, sightseeing with local English speaking guides, entrance fees, speedboat Chau Doc > Visit the vibrant Cai Rang floating market and Binh Thuy Phnom Penh, 9 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 1 Dinner. Ancient House. Continue to Chau Doc, at the border with Cambodia. Visit Nui Sam and its numerous Chinese, Cham DEPARTS: Daily. and Khmer temples. COMMENTS: Surcharges apply during Vietnamese New DAY 6 CHAU DOC > PHNOM PENH Year, Cambodian New Year as well as Christmas and New Take a speed boat to Phnom Penh. On arrival, visit the Royal Year. Enquire for more information. Palace and Silver Pagoda, two of the most striking buildings in the capital and considered as some of the finest examples 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single of Khmer architecture. 1 Jan–31 Mar $2,716 $4,540 Star DAY 7 PHNOM PENH > SIEM REAP

Fly to Siem Reap and visit Angkor Wat. The temple still 3½ 1 Apr–30 Sep $2,660 $4,428 displays hundreds of fine carvings of Apsara and Hindu 1 Jan–31 Mar $3,418 $5,952 Star mythology in its bas-relief. 4 1 Apr–30 Sep $3,198 $5,516 DAY 8 SIEM REAP Visit the ancient royal city of Angkor Thom with its centre 1 Jan–31 Mar $4,724 $8,570 Star

piece, the Bayon temple. In the afternoon visit Ta Prohm, a 5 1 Apr–30 Sep $4,306 $7,734 beautiful temple overgrown with fig trees, giving a haunting

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ANGKOR DISCOVERY | 4 DAYS It 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 a late afternoon visit to 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 Ta Prohm, Angkor boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake to see floating villages and houses on stilts. Return to Siem Reap. 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single 1 Jan–31 Mar $1,366 $2,088 Star INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking

guides, 3 nights’ accommodation in the category of your 3½ 1 Apr–30 Sep $1,312 $1,980 choice, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 1 Jan–31 Mar $1,710 $2,776 Star 3 Breakfasts and 1 Lunch. 4 1 Apr–30 Sep $1,598 $2,554 DEPARTS: Daily. 1 Jan–31 Mar $2,346 $4,048 COMMENTS: Star

Surcharges apply during Chaul Chnam Thmey and over the Cambodian New Year. Enquire for details. 5 1 Apr–30 Sep $2,126 $3,608

SONG SAA PRIVATE ISLAND | 5 DAYS This island lies secluded in the magnificent seascape, just 45 minutes by boat from Sihanoukville. Here you will enjoy deserted oases of virgin rainforests, protected tropical reefs and a glistening white beach. With only 27 villas designed with the environment in mind, relax in total privacy and unparalleled luxury. From your over-water, ocean-view or jungle villa, complete with private plunge pool, 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.

2017 Price (per person) Twin Jungle Villa from $7,222 Star

6 Ocean-View or Over-Water Villa from $9,478 Song Saa Private Island

98 / ASIA CAMBODIA CULTURE & CUISINE | 7 DAYS Learn about this country’s fascinating 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 stilted village. Continue to the fortified city of Angkor Thom You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a Khmer famed for its grand Bayon Temple. Enjoy a final traditional massage, then dinner at top restaurant Malis, where you will Khmer dinner. taste authentic Khmer cuisine. DAY 7 SIEM REAP DAY 2 PHNOM PENH You will be transferred to the airport. Cyclo tour of the city. Enjoy lunch at Romdeng restaurant. Take a tour of the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking DAY 3 PHNOM PENH > BATTAMBANG guides, 6 nights’ accommodation in the category of your Travel through beautiful countryside to Battambang. choice, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, Afternoon visit to cultural villages. See the traditional Khmer 6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 6 Dinners. houses at Wat Kor. Dinner at a local restaurant. DEPARTS: Daily. DAY 4 BATTAMBANG > SIEM REAP COMMENTS: Surcharges apply during the Cambodian New Private boat trip to visit Prek Toal bird sanctuary and Tonle Year. Sap Lake. Dinner in a beautiful garden setting. DAY 5 SIEM REAP 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single Private hands-on cooking class. Visit temples of Angkor Wat 1 Jan–31 Mar $3,684 $6,232 Star by Tuk Tuk. Watch the sunset from a tethered air balloon 4 1 Apr–30 Sep $3,532 $5,928 over Angkor Wat. Home cooked dinner with a Khmer family. 1 Jan–31 Mar $4,670 $8,246 DAY 6 SIEM REAP Star

Visit Chhong Kneas floating village and Kampong Phluck 5 1 Apr–30 Sep $4,358 $7,626

Angkor Wat Phnom Penh Royal Palace CAMBODIA IN STYLE | 5 DAYS Discover this country’s history with a visit to Angkor Wat in Siem Reap and history museums in Phnom Penh.

DAY 1 PHNOM PENH INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking Cyclo tour of the city followed by a sunset river cruise. Enjoy guides, 4 nights’ accommodation in the category of your dinner at a renowned restaurant. choice, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, DAY 2 PHNOM PENH > SIEM REAP 4 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 4 Dinners. Flight to Siem Reap. Visit Angkor Wat by Tuk Tuk and DEPARTS: Daily. watch the sunset in a tethered Helium balloon. COMMENTS: Surcharges apply during Chaul Chnam DAY 3 SIEM REAP Thmey, and the Cambodian New Year. Enquire for details. Visit Ta Prohm, Prasat Tanei and Preah Kahn Temples. Lunch at a local home near Sras Srang. Continue on to visit 2017 Price ( ) Twin Single Bayon Temple. per person DAY 4 SIEM REAP > TONLE SAP LAKE > SIEM REAP 1 Jan–31 Mar $1,974 $3,274 Star

Visit the trading port of Chhong Kneas then enjoy a 4 1 Apr–30 Sep $1,842 $3,010 traditional boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake, passing by floating villages and houses on stilts. Visit to Banteay Srei Temple. 1 Jan–31 Mar $2,784 $4,918 Star

DAY 5 SIEM REAP 5 1 Apr–30 Sep $2,520 $4,386 You will be transferred to the airport.

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Kuang Si Waterfalls RICHNESS & SPLENDOURS OF LAOS | 10 DAYS The 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 DAY 8 PAKSE > WAT PHOU > KHONG ISLAND You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Visit the Mount Transfer by road to Champassak. Visit Wat Phou, the Phousi Hilltribe market. most famous Hindu temple complex built in Laos under DAY 2 LUANG PRABANG the Khmer Empire. Visit Bat Kiet Ngong Village. Enjoy an Sightseeing tour to Wat Xong Thuong, National Museum elephant ride to Mount Assa and continue to Khong Island. (Former Royal Palace), Wat Mai, Wat That at sunset, Wat DAY 9 KHONG ISLAND > SIPHANDON > PAKSE Visoun and Wat Chompet. Local boat to Don Det and Don Khone Islands. Visit Khone DAY 3 LUANG PRABANG > KUANG SI WATERFALL > Papheng and Lippi Waterfalls before returning to Pakse for a LUANG PRABANG visit to the evening market. Morning market tour and cooking class. Visit the Kuang DAY 10 PAKSE Si Waterfall and swim in clear water! Afternoon visit to an You will be transferred to the airport. ethnic minority village. DAY 4 LUANG PRABANG > PAK OU CAVES > KAMU LODGE INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English Dawn visit to witness the monk offerings (highly speaking guides, flights Luang Prabang > Vientiane > Pakse, recommended). Transfer by boat to Pak Ou Caves for a caves 9 nights’ accommodation in the category of your choice, tour. Travel to Kamu Eco-Lodge for overnight. Optional rice transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, planting or fishing. 9 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 1 Dinner. DAY 5 KAMU LODGE > LUANG PRABANG > VIENTIANE DEPARTS: Daily. Transfer by boat to Luang Prabang. Visit a weaving village, COMMENTS: If you are travelling during the Lao New Year then fly to Vientiane. (13–15 Apr) many shops and businesses are closed or may DAY 6 VIENTIANE operate on a limited schedule although most restaurants Sightseeing tour to Wat Sisaket, Wat Phra Keo, That Luang remain open. As it is a tradition to splash water to bring good and Patouxai Monument. luck, travellers should take care of their electronics. DAY 7 VIENTIANE > PAKSE > TAD LO > TAD FANE > PAKSE 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single Fly to Pakse. Visit Tad Lo Falls, Tad Fane Falls and the plantations of the Bolavens Plateau. 3½ Star: 1 Jan–30 Sep $4,158 $6,602

100 / ASIA Wat Phra That Luang, Vientiane LUXURY LAOS IN STYLE | 6 DAYS Discover 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 DEPARTS: Daily. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Orientation COMMENTS: Surcharges apply during the Lao New Year tour including chatting with monks at a local temple. Climb (13–15 Apr) and peak periods. Enquire for details. Mount Phousi with views over Mekong and Nam Khan 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 the 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 and panoramic views from the roof of Patuxai and Wat Sisaket where you will see hundreds of Buddha statues! DAY 6 VIENTIANE You will be transferred to the airport. Wat Sisaket, Vientiane

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single guides, 5 nights’ accommodation, flights Luang Prabang > 1 Jan–31 Mar $3,726 $6,738 Vientiane, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance Star fees, 5 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 2 Dinners. 5 1 Apr–30 Oct $3,186 $5,658

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Bagan 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. Myanmar 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 home to over 3,000 monks. Visit Ava and then ride a horse- You will be met and transferred to your hotel. drawn carriage to Bagaya Monastery and Royal Palace. DAY 2 YANGON DAY 8 MANDALAY > HEHO > PINDAYA Tour the city to enjoy a mix of colonial architecture, high rise Fly to Heho and transfer to Pindaya. Visit limestone caves buildings and beautiful pagodas. Finish with the Shwedagon which house thousands of Buddha images. Visit a Shan pagoda, a dazzling Buddhist temple that attracts pilgrims umbrella and mulberry paper production home industry. from all over the world. DAY 9 PINDAYA > KALAW > INLE LAKE DAY 3 YANGON > BAGO > YANGON Transfer to Kalaw, a beautiful hill town. Visit the Pinmagon Drive to Bago and visit the Shwemawdaw Pagoda, the monastery. Take a short hike and enjoy a picnic lunch. Visit tallest pagoda in the country. See the giant Shwethalyaung the King church, the local market and observe the different (reclining Buddha). Finish with Kyaik Pun Pagoda, famous hill tribes. Enjoy a scenic drive to the second largest lake, Inle. for four giant Buddha Statues sitting back to back. DAY 10 INLE LAKE DAY 4 YANGON > BAGAN Boat trip to the floating market and gardens. Lunch on Fly to Bagan. Visit Dhammayangyi temple with mysterious, the shores, then depart to Inle lake to see the Shewe Indein bricked-up inner passageways. See Mingalazedi’s glazed pagoda, a group of Buddhist pagodas. Visit Pa O tribe village, Jataka tiles, intact mural paintings at Htilominlo and the a monastery and ancient pagoda ruins. Shweizogon pagoda. Enjoy a scenic sunset. DAY 11 HEHO > YANGON DAY 5 BAGAN > MOUNT POPA > SALAY > BAGAN Drive from Inle Lake to Heho Airport for your flight to Visit the Buddhist monastery Taung Kalat, built on a volcanic Yangon. plug. Believed to be home to 37 nats (spirits), atop Mount Popa. Enjoy lunch and the incredible views. Continue to INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English speaking Salay and visit Yoke-Sone-Kyaung, famous for its spectacular guides, flights Yangon > Bagan > Mandalay > Heho > Yangon, wood carvings. 10 nights’ accommodation, transfers and transport, sightseeing DAY 6 BAGAN > MANDALAY and entrance fees, 10 Breakfasts and 5 Lunches. Fly to Mandalay. Visit Mahamuni Temple and the Cultural DEPARTS: Daily. Museum. See Kuthodaw Temple, known for having the COMMENTS: Surcharge applies during Burmese New Year. world’s largest book—a collection of 729 stone slabs documenting Buddha’s teachings. Drive up Mandalay Hill 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single to visit the Buddha at Shweyattaw temple. 1 Jan–31 Mar $7,420 $12,414 DAY 7 MANDALAY > ANCIENT CAPITALS > MANDALAY Star

1 Apr–30 Apr $6,505 $10,960

Visit Amarapura to see the country’s largest monastery. 4 Continue to the teak bridge of U Bein and Sagaing Hill, 1 May–30 Sep $6,610 $11,260

102 / ASIA LUXURY CRUISES WITH BELMOND

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

BELMOND ROAD TO MANDALAY BELMOND ORCAELLA Cruise along the mighty Ayeyarwady River, taking in the This is an intimate river cruiser that glides along Myanmar’s country’s most mesmerising landscapes from the luxurious two main rivers, the Chindwin and Ayeyarwady. Witness the river cruiser. Stop off to explore rural villages from a bygone shimmering temples that dot the landscape and join off the era, see saffron-robed monks go about their daily rituals and beaten track explorations to remote regions. Wander through marvel at the golden spires of pagodas which soar out of the hilltop villages, taste freshly prepared street food and browse lush jungle. the bustling markets.

AYEYARWADY ADVENTURE | 8 DAYS

DAY 1 YANGON > BAGAN DAY 8 BAGAN > YANGON Fly to Bagan and join your cruise. In the afternoon, take a Fly to Yangon where arrangements conclude. guided tour of Bagan and watch the sun set over a field of golden pagodas and ancient temples INCLUDES: 7 nights’ accommodation based on two people sharing onboard the Belmond Road to Mandalay, all table DAY 2 BAGAN > CRUISING d’hôte meals, return economy class flights from Yangon. Visit Bagan’s bustling local markets or explore this enchanting area on your own. The ship anchors mid-river for the evening. DEPARTS: Saturdays DAY 3 CRUISING > MANDALAY : 7 Jan–1 Apr and 19 Aug–16 Dec. Relax on-board or join a cooking demonstration on the top COMMENTS: Single prices for sole use of cabins are available deck. Moor in Mandalay and visit Mingun, home to the on request. Enquire for other cruise itineraries. 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. Mount Popa DAY 7 MOUNT POPA Enjoy a full day to Mount Popa, an extinct volcano and 2017 Price (per person) Twin believed to be the sacred home of powerful ‘Nats.’ See Popa Superior Cabin $5,510 Taungkalat monastery, perched dramatically atop a huge Star

Deluxe Cabin $8,995

rocky outcrop. Return to the ship for your farewell dinner 5 and enjoy local entertainment. State Cabin $10,820

ASIA / 103 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 luxury train accommodates 82 passengers in air-conditioned elegant private cabins, all furnished with beautiful fabrics and fine linens. Eastern & Oriental Express has a number of itineraries from 2–6 nights, please enquire for more information.

CLASSIC JOURNEYS: BANGKOK > SINGAPORE | 4 DAYS

DAY 1 BANGKOK COMMENTS: Prices are per person based on sharing Depart from Bangkok and settle in to your private cabin. accommodation. Single prices for sole use of cabins are Watch the sunset over the passing countryside. Savour the available on request. Wine and bar drinks are not included. culinary delights presented by the onboard chefs amid the elegant setting in one of the luxurious dining cars. DAY 2 RIVER KWAI After breakfast, disembark at River Kwai station for a leisurely cruise along the river guided by a local historian. Travel by motor coach to the Thailand-Burma railway museum and perhaps visit the Don Rak war cemetery. DAY 3 KUALA KANGSAR > KUALA LUMPUR Enjoy a relaxing morning on board. Arrive at Kuala Kangsar. Disembark for a tour of the grand Ubudiah Mosque, reputed to be one of Malaysia’s most majestic. See the Royal Museum of Perak and the Sultan Shah Gallery. Rejoin the train for a refreshing cocktail accompanied by live piano music before a glamorous final dinner on board. DAY 4 JOHOR > SINGAPORE Presidential Suite Travel through vast palm-oil plantations before crossing the causeway over the Straits for a late morning arrival. 2017 Price Pullman State Presidential (per person) Superior Cabin Suite INCLUDES: 3 nights’ accommodation on board the Eastern Jan–Mar $4,405 $6,455 $9,755 & Oriental Express, all meals on board and all excursions. Star

Apr–Sep $3,970 $5,810 $8,780

DEPARTS: Selected dates year round. 5 Oct–Dec $4,405 $6,455 $9,755

104 / ASIA UZBEKISTAN

Barakh-khan Madrasah, Tashkent DISCOVER UZBEKISTAN | 8 DAYS Central Asia has always been a cultural and intellectual crossroad. 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 DAY 6 BUKHARA > KHIVA You will be met and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon Visit the Summer Palace and then drive between the Kara- visit Old Tashkent including Hast Imam Square, Kaffal Kum (black sands) and the Kyzyl-Kum (red sands) deserts Sashi Mausoleum and Chorsu bazaar. to Khiva. En route see the Amudarya River, known to many DAY 2 TASHKENT > SAMARKAND western explorers as the Oxus. Enjoy a folk show in the Toza Travel by train to Samarkand and transfer to your hotel. Later Bog Palace, the summer residence of Mohammed Rakhim visit the Ensemble of Registan and Gur-Emir Mausoleum Khan II. housing the graves of the conqueror Tamerlane, and his DAY 7 KHIVA > URGENCH > TASHKENT descendants. See the Monument of Al Khorezmiy, the Palace Complex DAY 3 SAMARKAND Kuhna Ark, the carefully preserved Pakhlavan Mahmud Continue exploring Samarkand including Bibi-Khonym Mausoleum, Anushakhan bath-houses, and the Palvan Mosque, Siab bazaar, the Mausoleum of Khodja Doniyor Darvaza ‘Warriors Gate’ before an evening flight to Tashkent (Prophet Daniel) and the observatory and memorial museum for your final evening in Uzbekistan. of Ulugbek. Dinner in a local home this evening. DAY 8 TASHKENT DAY 4 SAMARKAND > BUKHARA Transfer to the airport. Drive to Bukhara, the former capital of the powerful Emirate INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking of Bukhara with more than 140 architectural monuments, local guides, 7 nights’ accommodation in 4 Star hotels dating back to the Middle Ages. The city is a vital stop in the (or best available), transfers, sightseeing and entrance fees, centre of the Silk Road. train Tashkent > Samarkand and domestic flight Urgench DAY 5 BUKHARA > Tashkent, visa support letter, 7 Breakfasts and 7 Dinners. Visit the remains of the city wall and gate of Bukhara, DEPARTS: Daily. Samonid’s Mausoleum, Ark citadel and Zindan (ancient prison), the Trading Dome and Synagogue. Stop at a local family home to experience the Uzbek lifestyle and hospitality. 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single Participate in a master class of making a traditional plov—the 4 Star: 1 Mar–15 Dec $1,985 $2,280 national dish.

ASIA / 105 CHINA

Great Wall of China CHINA HIGHLIGHTS | 14 DAYS On 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 Grand Canal before boarding a train to Shanghai, explore You will be met and transferred to your hotel. this wonderful city where ‘ancient meets modern’. DAYS 2–4 BEIJING DAY 13 SHANGHAI Extensive touring in Beijing over next 3 days including the Today’s tour includes the famous Bund area and the beautiful Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, pandas at Yuyuan Gardens, place of peace and comfort in the heart of Beijing Zoo, tour of the Hutongs and a Peking Duck Dinner. bustling Shanghai. DAY 5 BEIJING > XI’AN DAY 14 SHANGHAI Morning at leisure. Afternoon flight to Xi’an. This evening You will be transferred to the airport. enjoy a superb Tang Dynasty dinner and folkloric show. DAY 6 XI’AN INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with local English Private tour including the 6,000 year old Banpo Neolithic speaking guides, 13 nights’ accommodation in the category village and the marvellous ‘buried army’ of Terracotta of your choice, transfers and transport, flights: Beijing > Warriors, interred with Emperor Qin Shi Huang. Xi’an > Guilin > Hangzhou, train: Hangzhou > Suzhou > DAY 7 XI’AN > GUILIN Shanghai, sightseeing and entrance fees, rickshaw hire in Beijing, 13 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches and 2 Dinners. Visit the Shaanxi History Museum and Big Wild Goose Pagoda before walking the old city walls and transferring to DEPARTS: Daily. the airport for a flight to Guilin. COMMENTS: Itinerary is available in the reverse direction. DAYS 8 & 9 GUILIN 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single Touring includes a Li River cruise, you will see jagged mist-covered mountains, quaint villages, fishermen aboard 1 Jan–28 Feb $3,690 $5,705 bamboo rafts and grazing water buffalo. See the Yangshou 1 Mar–31 Mar $3,920 $6,060

markets, Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill. Star

1 Apr–31 May $4,060 $6,435 4 DAY 10 GUILIN > HANGZHOU 1 Jun–31 Aug $3,920 $6,060 Fly to Hangzhou and visit the Six Harmony Pagoda, famous 1 Sep–30 Nov $4,060 $6,435 lakes and gardens. 1 Jan–28 Feb $4,375 $6,695 DAY 11 HANGZHOU 1 Mar–31 Mar $4,580 $7,185 Take a short cruise on West Lake and visit a tea plantation. Star

1 Apr–31 May $4,795 $7,615

DAY 12 HANGZHOU > SUZHOU > SHANGHAI 5 1 Jun–31 Aug $4,580 $7,185 Train to Suzhou and visit both the Lingering Garden and the Garden of the Master of Nets. Enjoy a cruise on the 1 Sep–30 Nov $4,795 $7,615

106 / ASIA THE IMPERIAL YANGTZE | 10 DAYS Starting 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 6 nights’ hotel accommodation, flights Beijing > Xi’an > You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Chongqing, Yichang > Shanghai, transfers and transport, DAY 2 BEIJING sightseeing and entrance fees, port charges, 9 Breakfasts, Full day sightseeing to the Forbidden City and Tiananmen 6 Lunches and 4 Dinners. Square, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. Enjoy a DEPARTS: Fridays. 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 New Century cruise ship Gorge, the shortest, narrowest and most dramatic of the three. Wu Gorge is known for its quiet beauty, forest-covered 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single mountains and sheer cliffs. DELUXE BALCONY CABIN ON CRUISE DAY 8 YICHANG > SHANGHAI 1 Jan–31 Mar $4,325 $7,150 Visit the Three Gorges dam and fly to Shanghai. DAY 9 SHANGHAI 1 Apr–31 May $4,540 $7,450 Visits include the historic Bund, Yu Gardens, Jade Buddha 1 Jun–31 Aug $4,325 $7,150 Temple and an evening acrobatic show. 1 Sep–30 Nov $4,540 $7,450 Star

DAY 10 SHANGHAI 5 JUNIOR SUITE ON CRUISE You will be transferred to the airport. 1 Jan–31 Mar $5,365 $8,740 1 Apr–31 May $5,435 $8,755 INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with private English speaking guides and driver (on land portion), 3 nights 1 Jun–31 Aug $5,365 $8,740 on board the New Century on the Yangtze River cruise, 1 Sep–30 Nov $5,435 $8,755

ASIA / 107 JAPAN

Japanese Kimono HIGHLIGHTS OF JAPAN | 9 DAYS A 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 DAY 9 KOBE > OSAKA On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Transfer to the Osaka airport by train. DAY 2 TOKYO INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking Enjoy a private half day tour of Tokyo with a guide. Choose guides, 7 nights’ hotel accommodation and 1 night in a perhaps the Tsukiji Fish Market and Imperial East Garden or ryokan, airport transfers, 3 private and 2 scheduled tours, Asakusa Kannon Temple and Tokyo Sky Tree. entrance fees, 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner. DAY 3 TOKYO DEPARTS: Daily. Scheduled day tour to Nikko, the ancient centre of Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship, with its magical shrines COMMENTS: Itinerary is not available first week of May and stunning natural scenery. (Golden Week). 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 and 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. Torii gate, Lake Ashi DAY 7 KYOTO Enjoy a scenic walking tour and river cruise in Arashiyama, 2017 Price (per person) Twin Single including the Sagano bamboo grove and the iconic 4 Jan–17 Mar $7,080 $11,048 Togetsukyo Bridge. 18 Mar–30 Apr $7,630 $11,896 DAY 8 KYOTO > HIROSHIMA > KOBE Star 6 May–30 Sep $7,080 $11,048 Travel by bullet train to Hiroshima where your guide will 4 meet you for a private tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima. 1 Oct–30 Nov $7,630 $11,896 Continue by bullet train to Kobe and overnight. 1 Dec–20 Dec $7,080 $11,048

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