Tailor-made journeys and river cruising in Southeast Asia - Indian Subcontinent - East Asia - Silk Road Welcome to GetAboutAsia GetAboutAsia is an Australian owned tour operator providing personalised travel throughout Asia. Our customers desire expert advice, great value and an authentic Asia travel experience. We have created GetAboutAsia for travellers like you who have an independent approach to travel but want the support of an experienced team of professionals. We call ourselves the ‘Asian specialists’ because our team of Asia Travel Experts are passionate about Asia and have travelled it extensively. With our travel experience and travel partner relationships, we aim to exceed expectations and create an unbeatable experience.

2 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com Our Collection Planning trips to Asia can sometimes be overwhelming with an array of diverse land and cruise options, so we at GetAboutAsia use our first hand knowledge to hand pick the best options for you. You tell us where you want to go and how you like to travel and we tailor make a private itinerary to meet your interests, travel style and schedule. The itineraries listed in this brochure are carefully selected and suggested itineraries and with your imagination we can help personalise your dream trips in Asia.

For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 3 Contents Southeast Asia

Vietnam 9 Cambodia 9 10 Philippines 11 Malaysia 12 Laos 12 Indian Subcontinent India 14 Sri Lanka 15 Nepal 16 Bhutan 16

East Asia 18 Tibet 19 Japan 19 Trans-Siberian Railway 20 South Korea 21 Mongolia 21

Silk Road Uzbekistan 23 Iran 23

4 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 5 When to Travel

Southeast Asia - With the exception of some parts of Myanmar, the region lies within the tropics and therefore a tropical climate is prevalent across Southeast Asia. Be prepared for hot temperatures throughout the year. This also means that humidity will be quite high whether it is wet season (June to October) or dry season (November to May). Pack light clothes and a rain jacket whenever you are visiting these areas.

Indian Subcontinent – The weather in the subcontinent is extremely variable and this should be taken into account when deciding the best time to travel. The deciding factor should be the wet season, or heat and humidity. As a rule of thumb, you should observe the following: October to March brings pleasant weather with warm days that cool off in the evening; July to September has heavy rains and monsoon showers; April to June brings scorching heat and high humidity.

East Asia – The best time of year to travel is usually early autumn (September to early October) and spring (late February to May). During this time, temperatures are very comfortable with little to no rain. Winter can be quite cold (November to February) and you should expect snow in the mountains and highlands, whilst summer (June to August) brings high heat and humidity.

Silk Road – Typically, May and October prove to be the best times Kyrgyzstan to venture on the Silk Road with an average temperature of 15ºC. If travelling along the route through summer it can be exceptionally Tajikistan hot and during winter can regularly get below freezing. May is the ideal time to travel as you will witness the snow melt, the landscape turns a lush green and the temperature is stable reducing the amount of luggage needed. Nepal Bhutan

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Standard = Comfortable property with dependable facilities and service Superior = Upmarket property with above average facilities and service Deluxe = Luxurious property with impeccable facilities and service

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For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 7 Southeast Asia

SouthEast Asia truly is a destination for all travel tastes, whether it be adventure you seek, a luxurious and relaxing retreat or an unmatched cultural experience. You may like to share the friendly smiles in Laos, the history at the temple of Angkor Wat or cruise the majestic Halong Bay. Explore the Vietnamese highlands and trek through rice paddies with the colourful yet humble Hmong people. Why not spend time with orang-utans in Borneo and learn their strug- gle in the modern world or perhaps laze the days away on a secluded piece of paradise on one of Malaysia’s azure coastlines. In amongst these wonders lie diverse and alluring cultures that will enthral and captivate even the most seasoned travellers. Spend a day with the robed monks in a Laotian temple and learn the ways of the past, try your hand at bargaining at the local fruit and vegetable floating markets on the Mekong Delta, or learn about the turbulent and captivating history of the Burmese people. You will find what you are looking for and more in Southeast Asia. Prepare yourself for the unexpected.

8 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com Vietnam 10 Days from Hanoi to Saigon Day 1: Hanoi. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Day 2: Hanoi. Explore the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and enjoy a walking tour through the bustling Old Quarter before ending the day with a show at the Water Puppet Theatre. Day 3: Halong Bay. Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong for your overnight cruise. Relax as you cruise to the floating

village of Cua Van. Day 4: Halong Bay to Hoi An. Sail across the picturesque Asia Southeast Halong Bay in the morning before transferring to your flight to Danang and onto the World Heritage Site of Hanoi. Day 5: Hoi An Walking Tour. Learn about Hoi An’s illustrious past during a walking tour in the morning before free time to explore the beaches or markets in the afternoon. Day 6: Hoi An - Hue. Travelling via Marble Mountain and the Cham Museum, arrive in Hue in time for lunch and an afternoon of exploring the city’s imperial monuments and garden houses. Day 7: Hue - Saigon. Enjoy a cyclo ride in the morning visiting the red lacquered pavilions of the Citadel before travelling to Saigon, the city that never sleeps. Day 8: Saigon & Cu Chi . Explore the Cu Chi tunnels near Saigon, an immense network of interconnected tunnels built by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam-American war. Return in the afternoon for a city tour of Saigon.Day 9: Mekong Delta. Travel to the delta and enjoy a motor boat excursion to take in life on the delta and the surrounding scenery. Day 10: Departure from Saigon.

Itinerary Name: Highlights of Vietnam Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Hanoi, Halong Bay, Saigon, Hue, Hoi An, Mekong Delta

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all domestic airfares, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts Cambodia 14 Days from Phnom Penh to Hanoi Days 1 & 2: Phnom Penh. Arrive into Phnom Penh and spend a day discovering the “The Pearl of Asia” which is considered the most beautiful French-built city of the Orient. Day 3: Siem Reap. Fly from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, the gateway to the World Heritage temple ruins of Angkor. Day 4: Siem Reap. Today, discover Ta Prohm, the beautiful jungle-clad temple and then on to one of the world’s most impressive archaeological sites, Angkor Wat. Day 5: Saigon. This morning fly from Siem Reap to the fast paced city of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). Day 6: Saigon & Cu Chi Tunnels. Spend time at the Cu Chi tunnels learning about the history of this infamous underground network. Day 7: Mekong Delta. Travel by road into the Mekong Delta. Witness daily life as your driver navigates narrow canals in a traditional motorboat. Days 8 & 9: Saigon to Hoi An. Fly to Danang and transfer to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Hoi An. Wander along the narrow lanes and gain an insight into this ancient town. Day 10: Hue. This morning you will be driven to Hue to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Imperial Citadel, the Thien Mu pagoda and the Khai Dinh and Tu Duc Royal Tombs. Days 11 & 12: Hanoi. Fly to Hanoi and experience the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and One Pillar Pagoda and enjoy a walking tour of the Old Quarter. Day 13: Halong Bay. Travel to Halong Bay to board a traditional junk boat and sail through this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Day 14: Hanoi. Return to Hanoi and enjoy free time until departure.

Itinerary Name: Highlights of Vietnam & Cambodia Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Mekong Delta, Hoi An, Halong Bay

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all domestic airfares, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 9 Cambodia 11 Days from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, Cambodia Day 1: Phnom Penh. Meet your guide on arrival and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Day 2: Phnom Penh. Set out with your guide to visit the National Museum, Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda. Learn about the turbulent years of the Khmer Rouge on your visit to the infamous Tuol Sleng Museum. Day 3: Phnom Penh and Kep. Today, visit Cheung Ek, made famous by the movie “The

Southeast Asia Southeast Killing Fields”. Besides the tragic past, it will also give you an appreciation of the struggle that Cambodian people have faced and their tremendous courage to move on and rebuild their nation. This afternoon travel from Phnom Penh to Kep. Day 4: Kep. Enjoy free time in Kep. Wind through the hills with views across the Gulf of Thailand, or simply enjoy swimming or relaxing at the beach. Day 5: Kampot and Sihanoukville. Stop at Kampot, one of Cambodia’s most beautiful provincial towns before continuing the journey to Sihanoukville. Enjoy the picturesque backdrop of the Damrei Mountains on the way. Days 6 & 7: Sihanoukville. Spend a relaxing day in Ream National Park, which offers secluded beaches, mangrove forests, rivers, tropical jungles and varied wildlife. You will explore the park with your guide and on a local boat. Days 8 to 11: Siem Reap. Fly to Siem Reap. In the next three days your guide will introduce you to the World Heritage ancient temple ruins of Angkor, eighth wonder of the world and spectacular ancient capital of the powerful Khmer Dynasty.

Itinerary Name: Classic Cambodia Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Phnom Penh, Kep, Sihanoukville, Siem Reap, Angkor Wat

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all domestic airfares, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts Myanmar (Burma) 12 Days from Yangon to Yangon Day 1 & 2: Yangon. Accompanied by your guide explore the sights of Yangon. Visit Pagodas, the National Museum, stop at the market and take in colonial architecture and cobbled streets. The highlight is the breathtaking , its stupa dominating the city’s skyline. Day 3: . Start your tour with a visit to the Dhammayangyi Pagoda, Bagan’s largest temple. Continue to the Mingalazedi and Htilominlo Pagodas, before finally visiting the huge . End the day with a sunset cruise on the Irrawaddy River. Day 4: Bagan. Set off for the drive to Mount Popa and visit the picturesque Monastery. Days 5 to 7: . Head out by trishaw to visit the and . End the day at to enjoy the sunset and panoramic views over the city of Mandalay. On day 6, set out to see the Mahamuni Buddha Image in Mahamuni Pagoda before exploring the Cultural Museum and the Shwe In Bin Monastery. Next day, explore and walk along the famous U Bein Bridge and visit Hill. Days 8 & 9: Inle Lake. Set off with your guide to the Red Mountain Estate Vineyard in Aythaya and enjoy a tour. Next day, a boat trip enables you to take in the large floating gardens and visit the Indein Pagoda Complex. Day 10: Kalaw. Today sees you visiting the old British colonial hill station of Kalaw with your guide. Days 11 & 12: Yangon. Rise early to visit the rural but bustling five day market before flying to Yangon to enjoy free time

Itinerary Name: Classic Myanmar Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay, U Bein Bridge, Inle Lake, Kalaw

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all domestic airfares, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

10 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com Cruise Myanmar (burma) 8 Days from Mandalay to Bagan Day 1: Mandalay. Transfer to the ship. Embark for lunch followed by an afternoon excursion to central Mandalay visiting the palace and hill areas, craft workshops and a spot of shopping.Day 2: . Morning walk in Mingun, a small town with many Buddhist monuments and most famous for its unfinished Pagoda and the world’s largest working bell.Day

3: Nwe Nyein Village. Cruise up river to Kyauk-Myoung with its amazing Asia Southeast pottery villages where the famous 50 gallon water pots are handmade. Day 4: Ava and Amarapura. Arrive in Mandalay for a morning excursion to the picturesque Sagaing. Afternoon visit to Ava before exploring the ancient capital of Amarapura by coach and onboard a sampan. Cross the iconic U Bein Bridge, perhaps the world’s longest and oldest teak bridge. Day 5: Yandabo. Cruise downstream and arrive at Yandabo village, famous for its production of terracotta pottery from the river bank clay. Day 6: Bagan. Travel to Bagan and visit Pakkoku, a lively riverside town with many collegiate monasteries. Spend the afternoon exploring the World Heritage Site of Bagan. On par with Angkor Wat, Bagan ranks as one of the great wonders of the world with over 2,000 awe inspiring pagodas. Day 7: Bagan. Today you are able to further explore the wonders of Bagan. You can also visit lacquer workshops, observing the traditional methods of handcrafting.Day 8: Bagan. Disembark.

Itinerary Name: Cruise the Upper Irrawaddy - Mandalay to Bagan Accommodation: Superior Departure: Contact us for more information Highlights: Mandalay, Nwe Nyein Village, Amarapura, Bagan

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all meals onboard Philippines 13 Days from Manila to Manila Day 1: Manila. Welcome and introduction to the Philippines. Day 2: Banaue. This morning depart Manila for Banaue where you will see the breathtaking site of whole ranges of mountains, terraced from top to bottom for the cultivation of rice. Day 3: Banaue. Take a ride in a Jeepney to the junction where you will start your trek along the Batad Trail. Day 4: Sagada. Depart Banaue, driving along winding mountain roads to the town of Bontoc where you visit the Bontoc Museum. Continue to Sagada and explore this quaint little town. Day 5: Baguio. Drive to Baguio and enjoy an afternoon sightseeing tour. Day 6: Vigan. Drive to Vigan where the evening is at leisure. Days 7 & 8: Laoag. Take a tour of Vigan in a kalesa. In the afternoon drive to Laoag. Take a city tour of Laoag, the capital city of the province of Llocos Norte. Explore the Llocos Norte Museum and the Sinking Bell Tower. Return to Manila with evening free at leisure. Days 9 to 13: El Nido. Fly to El Nido, a showcase of Palawan’s geology and diverse wildlife. Its majestic limestone cliffs stand guard over crystal clear waters, home to hundreds of species of tropical fish and coral and 3 species of endangered sea turtles. El Nido’s forests are home to over 100 species of birds, a large number of which are endemic to Palawan. Relax and enjoy your days until the transfer to Manila for your departure flight.

Itinerary Name: Classic Luzon & Palawan Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Banaue, Sagada, Baguio, Vigan, Laoag, El Nido

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 11 MalaysiaItinerary First7 Days Line from Text: Kota Intro Kinabalu About the to KuchingItinerary Day 1:: SaigonKota Kinabalu to blam et. Arrivalpel mos and si blam transfer ex explaut to your ea hotel. none Visitre sum. the Day State 2 Museum,on Mars. Heritage Village and Signal Hill for excellent views of the city. Drive to the State and City Mosques, Tanjung Aru Beach and the Tun Mustapha Tower. Day 2: Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Park. Embark on a short boat journey to the Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Park. Spend the day relaxing, snorkelling or

Southeast Asia Southeast swimming in the crystal clear waters. Day 3: Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Springs. Depart Kota Kinabalu and see the impressive Mount Kinabalu, the highest peak in Southeast Asia. Continue to the Poring Hot Springs where you can take a walk into the jungle to see a bat or swim under a waterfall before enjoying the hot sulphur baths. Day 4: Kuching. Fly to Kuching and transfer to your hotel. Take a city tour of Sarawak’s historic capital. Day 5: Lemanak Longhouse. Take in the plantations, scenic countryside and rural villages en route to Lemanak. Board a motorised longboat to your accommodation and experience a traditional way of life in the heart of the rainforest. Day 6: Lemanak to Kuching. Return to Kuching and visit the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre for feeding time of the orang-utans who have been rescued from captivity and trained to survive in the surrounding reserve where they roam freely. Day 7: Kuching. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Itinerary InfoName: Highlights of Borneo Accommodation: Basic,Standard, Standard, Superior, Premium Deluxe Departure: DailyDaily Highlights: Mt Kinabalu, Kuching, Abdul Rahman, Lemanak, Orang-Utans

Inclusions:Inclusions: AllAll airportairport transfers,transfers, allall domesticitinerary airfares,attractions, all itineraryEnglish speaking attractions, englishguides, speakingall breakfasts guides, all breakfasts ItineraryLaos 7First Days Line from Text: Vientiane Intro About to Luang the Itinerary Prabang Day 1: SaigonVientiane to .blam Meet et your pel mosguide si onblam arrival ex explaut and transfer ea none to reyour sum. hotel Day for 2 oncheck-in. Mars. Day 2: Vientiane. Head southeast of the city to the Buddha Park, a fanciful garden full of Buddhist and Hindu religious sculptures that appear to be centuries old. Day 3: Vientiane. Discover the essential landmarks and iconic sights that the small and charismatic city has to offer. Vientiane remains a tranquil laid-back town, a world away from the frantic capitals in Asia, with most attractions being reached on foot. Day 4: Luang Prabang. Fly from Vientiane to Luang Prabang. Take a tour around the ancient town taking in sights such as Wat Visoun, Wat That Luang and Wat Xieng Thong. Finally climb to the top of Mount Phousi. Day 5: Luang Prabang. This morning set off with your guide to one of Luang Prabang’s most impressive and picturesque waterfalls, Tat Kuang Si. After lunch, embark on a Mekong River cruise to visit the Pak Ou . Day 6: Luang Prabang. Wake early to witness the offering of alms to the hundreds of saffron robed monks who walk barefoot through the streets of Luang Prabang. You have the opportunity to participate by offering sticky rice balls to the monks. The remainder of the afternoon is free to explore Luang Prabang. Day 7: Luang Prabang. Free at leisure until your departure transfer.

Itinerary Name: Highlights of Laos Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Vientiane, Buddha Park, Luang Prabang, Kuang Si, Pak Ou Caves

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all domestic airfares, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

12 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com TestIndian Sub-

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For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 13 NorthItinerary India First Line7 Days Text: from Intro Delhi About to theDelhi Itinerary Day 1:: DelhiSaigon. Meet to blam your et guide pel mos on arrivalsi blam and ex transferexplaut toea yournone hotel re sum. for check-Day 2 onin. Mars.Day 2 : Delhi. This morning, take a tour of Old Delhi by cycle rickshaw, stopping to take in the breathtaking fort and palace - Lal Qila, or the “Red Fort”. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the city.Day 3: Agra. Drive to Agra with your guide, checking in to your hotel on arrival. Day 4: Agra. Today explore two of India’s most spectacular marvels, Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal. Although its layout follows a strict theme, overall the Taj Mahal is a Indian Subcontinent Indian monument to love. Agra Fort occupies a massive 94 acres on the banks of the Yamuna River. Explore the fort’s chambers and cloistered courtyards, admire the intricate white marble carvings and stop to take in breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal. Day 5: Jaipur. This morning leave for Jaipur, visiting the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri en route. Jaipur is known as the “Pink City” due to the distinctly coloured buildings that line the streets. Day 6: Jaipur. In the morning drive to the Amber Fort by jeep. This fortress-palace is a maze of cool, solid marble rooms, twisting staircases and tiny balconies that peer out on the rugged landscape. In the afternoon, take a tour of Jaipur.Day 7: Delhi. Enjoy a free morning in Jaipur before driving back to Delhi for your departure flight.

Itinerary Name:Info Highlights of the Golden Triangle Accommodation: Standard,Basic, Standard, Superior, Premium Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Delhi, Red Fort, Agra, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Jaipur, Amber Fort

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all itinerarydomestic attractions,airfares, all Englishitinerary speaking attractions, guides,english rickshawspeaking &guides, elephant all breakfasts ride, all breakfasts SouthItinerary India First11 LineDays Text: from Intro Kochi About to Trivandrum the Itinerary Day 1: KochiSaigon. toArrival blam andet pel transfer mos si to blam hotel. ex City explaut tour eaof noneKochi, re asum. city spreadDay 2 onout Mars. across several islands. Day 2: Munnar. Travel to Munnar set against a backdrop of jungle clad peaks and surrounded by tea plantations, spend the afternoon resting and exploring. Day 3: Munnar. Morning guided tour of the tea museum, afternoon at leisure to perhaps explore the nearby mountains. Day 4: Periyar Game Preserve, Thekkady. Journey through stunning mountainous landscapes through tea and coffee estates. Enjoy an evening safari cruise through Periyar Game Reserve, an important reserve for a diverse range of endangered species. Day 5: Kumarakom. Surrounded by Lake Vembanad, the states largest freshwater lake, enjoy exploring this haven of endless paddy fields, canals and lagoons.Day 6: Kumarakom. Free day to explore, maybe hire a boat, try your hand at the local water-sports or indulge in the Driftwood Museum. Day 7: Alleppey. Travel to Alleppey, the ‘Venice of the East’ and check into your houseboat. Cruise through these historic backwaters, stopping off at sleepy tropical villages and exploring pristine beaches. Day 8 to 10: Kovalam. A mecca for travellers since the 1970’s, Kovalam boasts three picture perfect beaches. Enjoy free time exploring the beaches, and fishing villages, indulge in water-sports, visit the light house or visit the nearby Padmanabhapuram Palace with its elegant wooden interiors and exquisite murals. Day 11: Trivandrum Drive to Trivandrum and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Itinerary Name:Info Classic Kerala Accommodation: Standard,ggg Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: , Munnar, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Kovalam

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14 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com The HolyItinerary Ganges First17 Line Days Text: from Intro Varanasi About to the Kolkata Itinerary Day 11: : SaigonVaranasi to blam. Arrive et pel and mos transfer si blam to ex yourexplaut hotel. ea none Day re 2 sum.: Varanasi Day 2. Embarkon Mars. on a boat ride of the Ganges River. Day 3: Bodh Goya. Travel to Bodh Goya, one of the most sacred centres for Buddhist pilgrimage. Day 4: Sujata Kuti. Visit peaceful Sujata Kuti with its imposing Big Buddha. Day 5: Patna. Discover Patna and visit the Gola Ghar granary and the great Sikh temple. Day 6: Nalanda. Explore the Buddhist monastery of Nalanda and the Pawapuri Jain Temple. Day 7: Monghyr. Sail to Monghyr with its Mughal Indian Subcontinent Indian fort, then on to Sultanganj with its Hindu rock carvings. Day 8: Bhagalpur. Visit Bateshwar and the nearby Buddhist monastery at Vikramshila. Day 9: The Rajmahal Hills. Arrive at Rajmahal and explore the remains of palaces, forts and mosques. Day 10: Gaur. Disembark and head to Pandua to visit the magnificent Adina Mosque. Day 11: Jangipur. Free afternoon in the quaint town of Jangipur. Day 12: Murshidabad. Sail toward the great Katra Mosque and stunning Nashipara and Katgola Palaces. Day 13: Plassey. Learn of the defeat of Siraj-ud-Daulah that changed the course of Indian history. Day 14: Mayapur. Visit the dominating Iskcon temple. Day 15: Kalna. Continue our adventure to Kana to see a group of Bengal’s most attractive temples. Day 16: Chandernagore. Go ashore at Chandernagore and visit the 18th century church and museum. Day 17: Kolkata. Early morning cruise to central Kolkata and disembark.

Itinerary Name: The Holy Ganges and the Hooghly Accommodation: Superior Departure: Contact us for details Highlights: Varanasi, Bodh Goya, Adina & Katra Mosque, Iskcon Temple

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all meals aboard SriItinerary Lanka First10 LineDays Text: from Intro Colombo About to the Colombo Itinerary Day 1:: SaigonNegombo to blam. Arrive et peland mos transfer si blam from ex Colomboexplaut ea airport none re to sum. your Day hotel 2 inon theMars. bustling fishing village of Negombo. Day 2: Kandy & Nuwara Eliya. Journey to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kandy and lose yourself in true Sri Lankan culture. Later, drive through the scenic hill country to Nuwara Eliya, stopping en route to sample the world’s best tea – Ceylon Tea. Day 3: Horton Plains. Head to the Horton Plains Reserve and take in the finest view in all of Sri Lanka, the ‘World’s End’. Look out for deer, leopards, bears and more. Day 4: Nuwara Eliya to Udawalawe. Discover the charming town of Nuwara Eliya before heading to the Udawalawe National Park. Day 5: Udawalawe National Park. Immerse yourself into the wild as we head into the National Park on safari! Considered the best place in the world to view elephants, you will also be on the lookout for sambur, deer, buffalo and many other wild and endemic animals. Day 6: Tangalle. Leave the jungle behind and get ready to unwind on the breathtaking, palm fringed beaches of Tangalle. Day 7: Tangalle. Spend your day listening to the gentle lapping of crystal blue water in this little piece of paradise. Day 8: Tangalle to Mirissa. Hop over to Mirissa, known for delectable seafood and whale watching. Day 9: Mirissa. A morning boat trip awaits you as you sail out to sea searching for the largest living creature on earth – the blue whale. Day 10: Colombo. Return to Colombo for your ongoing flight.

Itinerary Name: Classic Wildlife & Beaches Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Udawalawe, Tangalle, Mirissa

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 15 SriItinerary Lanka First10 LineDays Text: from Intro Colombo About to the Colombo Itinerary Day 1: ColomboSaigon to . blamArrive et intopel mosColombo si blam and ex prepare explaut to ea immerse none re yourselfsum. Day into 2 onthis Mars. colourful, charming and chaotic city. Day 2: Minneriya NP. Embark on a safari to search for native animals in the wild such as sambar, deer, leopards and elephants. Day 3: Sigiriya. Discover the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress and admire this captivating citadel. Day 4: Kandy. Journey to the cultural heart of Sri Lanka, Kandy. Wind your way through the bazaar, visit the Sacred Tooth Relic and then relax and enjoy a Kandayan dance performance. Day 5: Indian Subcontinent Indian Nuwara Eliya. Take a stroll through the lush Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, before setting off for the mountainside town of Nuwara Eliya in the heart of the island’s tea growing highlands. Day 6: Nuwara Eliya to Udawalawe. Depart the hill country and descend to Udawalawe for a safari through the National Park. Day 7: Udawalawe National Park. Explore the National Park and encounter its most famous residents – elephants. This is considered the best place in the world to view wild elephants in their natural habitat. Day 8: Unawatana and Galle Fort. Head towards the beach town of Unawatana, stopping along the way at the 17th Century UNESCO World Heritage Site of Galle Fort. Day 9: Unawatuna. Relax, unwind and cool off on Unawatuna beach, or perhaps take to the water for a snorkelling adventure. Day 10: Unawatuna to Colombo Airport. Spend the morning on the beach before departing to Colombo.

Itinerary Name: Classic Sri Lanka Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Pinnawala, Sigiriya, Kandy, Udawalawe, Galle Fort

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts NepalItinerary & Bhutan 15First Days Line from Text: Kathmandu Intro About to the Kathmandu Itinerary Day 1:: SaigonKathmandu to blam. Arrive et pel atmos the si airportblam ex and explaut transfer ea noneto your re sum. hotel. Day Day 2 on2: Mars.Kathmandu. Venture to the village of Deopatan to see the revered Pashupatinath Temple. Day 3: Paro. Fly to Paro (Bhutan) and meet with your guide before embarking on a tour of Paro. Day 4: Paro. Journey to Taktsang or ‘Tiger’s Nest’ Monastery, passing through pine forest decorated with fluttering prayer flags.Day 5: Punakha. Enjoy a scenic drive to Punakha through the snow-capped Himalayas. Day 6: Jakar. Today drive to Jakar in the Bumthang Valley. Day 7: Ngang Lhakhang (Trekking). After a short drive to Toktu Zampa, embark on the first day of our trek of the Bumthang Valley. Day 8: Tahung (Trekking). Today starts with a gentle trek through colourful wildflower meadows, then a steady climb to the tiny village of Phephe La.Day 9: Mesithang (Trekking). Following the Tang Chu River, we stop to explore the Tang Rimochen Lhakhang, before reaching Mesithang. Day 10: Gangtey. Travel with your guide to the Gangtey Gompa Monastery. Day 11: Thimphu. Journey to Thimphu and enjoy an afternoon exploring the city. Day 12: Paro. Free morning in Thimphu before leaving for Paro.Day 13: Nagarkot. Fly from Paro to Kathmandu then drive to Nagarkot, stopping to explore the UNESCO site of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Day 14: Kathmandu. Return to Kathmandu with your guide. Day 15: Kathmandu. Free at leisure until your departure transfer.

Itinerary Name: Classic Nepal & Bhutan Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Kathmandu,‘Tiger’s Nest’ Monastery, Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all domestic airfares, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

16 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com TestEast Asia

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Prepare yourself for contrast, diversity and unparalleled beauty. East Asia will capture a piece of your heart.

For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 17 ItineraryChina First 12Line Days Text: from Intro Beijing About to the Itinerary Day 1: toSaigon 4: Beijing to blam. Visit et pel the mos historic si blam Tiananmen ex explaut Square, ea none the re largest sum. Daypublic 2 onsquare Mars. in the world, followed by the sprawling Forbidden City. Visit the Summer Palace and head out to see the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall. Experience China’s largest temple and altar complex as well as the city’s symbol, the Temple

East Asia of Heaven followed by the Bell or Drum Tower. Fly to Xian. Days 5 & 6: Xian. Visit Xian’s Muslim quarter to see the Great Mosque, explore Xian’s ancient city wall, discover the incredible Terracotta Warriors and enjoy a Tang Dynasty Dinner Show. Visit the Provincial Museum to learn the history of Xian and the ancient Silk Road and visit the Small and Big Wild Goose Pagodas. Day 7: Guilin. Fly to Guilin. Day 8: Guilin to Yangshuo. Head off early on your cruise, gliding majestically through the most picturesque section of river. As you wind through the rising and falling hills, an impossibly rich tapestry of natural beauty unfolds before your eyes! Day 9: Yangshuo. Relax amidst the beautiful scenery of Yangshuo. Cycle through Yangshuo’s laneways and into the lush countryside. Day 10: Guilin. Admire the interesting limestone formation of Elephant Trunk Hill, visit the Reed Flute Cave and Seven Star Park with its seven limestone peaks, waterways and gardens. Day 11: Longsheng. Travel by road to the county of Longsheng and walk along the ridges of the most striking rice terraced valleys in the world - seeing is believing. Day 12: Guilin. Free at leisure until departure.

Itinerary InfoName: Discovery of Beijing, Xian & Guilin Accommodation: Basic,Standard, Standard, Superior, Premium Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Forbidden City, Great Wall, Xian, Terracotta Warriors, Guilin

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all domestic airfares, all itinerary attractions, Englishenglish speakingspeaking guides,guides, allall breakfastsbreakfasts ItineraryChina First Line15 Days Text: Beijing Intro About to Shanghai the Itinerary DayDays 1 :1 Saigon to 3: toBeijing blam. etVisit pel Tiananmenmos si blam Square ex explaut followed ea none by rethe sum. Forbidden Day 2 Cityon Mars. and the Summer Palace. Head out to the Tombs of the Ming Dynasty en route to the Great Wall. Finally discover China’s largest temple, the Temple of Heaven. Days 4 to 6: Xian. Take an afternoon flight to Xian, visit the Muslim quarter, explore Xian’s ancient city walls and the famed Terracotta Warriors. Visit the Provincial Museum to learn the history of the ancient Silk Road. Day 7: Xian to Chengdu. Take an afternoon flight to Chengdu. Enjoy free time for the remainder of the day. Day 8: Chengdu. This morning we travel to see the Sanxingdui Museum, the Chengdu Panda Research base and in the evening enjoy a special dinner of Sichuan cuisine. Day 9: Chengdu to Guilin. Free time this morning before a flight to Guilin.Day 10: Guilin to Yangshuo. Head off early on your Li River cruise, through the most picturesque section of river. Make sure your camera is fully charged! Day 11: Yangshuo. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yangshuo. Day 12: Guilin. Today visit Elephant Trunk Hill and Reed Flute Cave before a short climb up the Fubo Hill. Lastly, visit Seven Star Park before departing on your flight to Shanghai. Days 13 to 15: Shanghai. Explore the Shanghai Museum, the Jade Buddha Temple, the Yu Garden and the Bazaar. You will also get to discover the city for yourself with some free time before your departure flight.

Itinerary Name: Classic China Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, Chengdu, Guilin, Shanghai

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all domestic airfares, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

18 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com Tibet 9 Days from Tsedang to Lhasa Day 1: Tsedang. Meet your guide on arrival and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Day 2: Tsedang. Visit the Trandruk Temple, one of the first Buddhist Temples built in Tibet. Day 3: Tsedang to Lhasa. After breakfast travel along mountain roads and take a ferry to Lhasa. The Tibetan capital is surrounded

with a romance and mystique that captures the imagination like few other East Asia cities in the world. Day 4: Lhasa. Visit the golden-roofed Jokhang Monastery, the fascinating Tibetan style stock exchange of Barkor Street and the Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lama. Day 5: Lhasa. Visit the largest monastery in the world, the Drepung Monastery, that today houses up to 700 monks. Day 6: Lhasa to Shigatse. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Tibetan Plateau, surrounded by snow capped mountains and the pristine Yamdrok Lake with its many small islands. Shigatse is Tibet’s second city and an important spiritual centre. Day 7: Shigatse to Gyangtse. Visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery with its bejewelled golden roof. In the afternoon continue our scenic road tour to the plateau town of Gyangtse. Day 8: Gyangtse to Lhasa. Visit the Phalkor Monastery which was one of the few ancient buildings in Gyangtse that was preserved from Chinese dismantlement following the 1959 Tibetan uprising. Day 9: Lhasa. Enjoy free time until your departure transfer.

Itinerary Name: Classic Tibet Accommodation: Standard, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Tsedang, Lhasa, Shigatse, Gyangtse

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts Japan 12 Days from Tokyo to Kyoto Day 1: Tokyo. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Day 2: Tokyo. Embark on a city tour visiting the Imperial Palace, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Nakamise shopping street, Asakusa Kannon Temple and the Harajuku area. Day 3: Tokyo. Today is free to explore this amazing city. Day 4: Hakone. Travel to iconic Mount Fuji en route to Hakone. Embark on a cruise across Lake Ashinoko followed by a ride on one of the longest gondolas in the world. Day 5: Takayama. Take a bullet train to the town of Takayama, admiring the well preserved merchant houses and traditional wooden Japanese homes. Day 6: Takayama. Enjoy a free day to further explore the town or a neighbouring village. Day 7: Kanazawa. Visit UNESCO World Heritage listed Shirakawago village. Later arrive in Kanazawa, once a notorious samurai castle town. Day 8: Kanazawa. Visit the Geisha district and the three hundred year old market. This afternoon visit a sake brewery and learn how sake is brewed. Day 9: Kyoto. Enjoy sightseeing at Nijo Castle, UNESCO World Heritage listed Kiyomizu Temple, the Golden Pavilion and the Temple of the Peaceful Dragon. Day 10: Kyoto. Enjoy a free day to continue your exploration of Kyoto with its hundreds of temples and shrines. Day 11: Kyoto. Take a scenic train ride to Arashiyama and meander through the beautiful gardens and bamboo groves. Day 12: Kyoto. Enjoy free time until your departure transfer.

Itinerary Name: Classic Japan Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Tokyo, Hakone, Shirakawago, Kiyomizu Temple

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all transport on tour, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 19 Ski Japan 8 Days from Tokyo to Tokyo

Hakuba on the island of Honshu stands out as one of Japan’s best ski areas. One of the most popular snow accommodation areas, Hakuba is easy to access from Tokyo and has 10 separate ski resorts in the valley. It offers more vertical metres and more variety of ski terrain than anywhere else in Japan. Located

East Asia just over 200 kilometres from Tokyo in the Nagano prefecture, the mighty Northern Japanese Alps tower over Hakuba town. Hakuba averages well over 10 metres of pristine snow every season and has to be skied to be believed. The investment and infrastructure in the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics left Hakuba with an efficient lift system that makes getting around the mountain quick and easy. Come to Hakuba this season and see what all the fuss is about!

All our Hakuba packages include a day tour to the snow monkeys who spend their winter days soaking in the natural hot springs. The tour also includes a visit to the historic town of Obuse, home to the famous Japanese artist Hokusai and a tasting at the 240 year old Masuichi Sake Brewery. Complete the trip with a visit to Nagano city with the Zenkoji Temple and its quaint lantern lit streets.

Notice: The All Mountain Lift Pass includes 9 resorts.

Itinerary Name: Ski Japan, Hakuba Accommodation: Standard, Superior Departure: Daily Highlights: Skiing at Hakuba

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all transport on tour, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, 5 days ski passes, all breakfasts Trans-Siberian Railway 19 Days from Beijing to St. Petersburg Day 1: Beijing. Arrival. Day 2: Trans Mongolian Railway. Settle in to your compartments headed for the Gobi Desert. Day 3: Trans Mongolian Railway and Ulaanbaatar. Arrive in Ulaanbaatar. Day 4: Ulaanbaatar. Today visit the Zaisan Memorial, Gandan Hiid and the Intellectual Museum. Day 5: Mongolian Ger Camp. Travel to the countryside to spend the night in a traditional Mongolian ger. Day 6: Trans Mongolian Railway. In the afternoon depart Mongolia bound for Ulan Ude. Day 7: Ulan Ude, Siberia. Free time to explore the city. Day 8: Irkutsk. Arrive in this city known as the “Paris of Siberia”. Day 9: Lake Baikal. Enjoy a full day at Lake Baikal, visit the village of Listvyanka. Days 10 & 11: Trans Siberian Railway. Experience part of this world famous train odyssey. Day 12: Ekaterinburg. Arrive into Ekaterinburg and take a guided walking tour. Day 13: Trans Ural Railway. Cross from Asia to Europe. Day 14: Moscow. Arrive in Moscow and transfer to your hotel. Day 15: Moscow. Ride the underground rail, perhaps a river cruise or an evening at one of Moscow’s great theatres. Day 16: Moscow to St. Petersburg. Visit Victory Park, explore the Izmailovo Markets or the Tretyakov Gallery before boarding the overnight train. Day 17: St. Petersburg. Arrive in St. Petersburg and transfer to your hotel. Day 18: St. Petersburg. Season depending, take a night-time boat tour of the canals or a walking tour of the city. Day 19: St. Petersburg. Depart at any time. *Exact itinerary is timetable dependent

Itinerary Name: Trans-Siberian Railway: Beijing to St Petersburg Accommodation: Standard, Superior Departure: Contact us for more information Highlights: Ulaanbaatar, Irkutsk, Ekaterinburg, Moscow, St Petersburg

Inclusions: All airport tranport and train station transfers, all train tickets.

20 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com South Korea 12 Days from Seoul to Seoul Days 1 & 2: Seoul. Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Spend the next two days exploring the city, Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and Namdaemun. Day 3: Seoul and the DMZ. Today head out to the DMZ. Day 4: Naksansa. Drive to Yangyang, stopping off en route at the Osaek Mineral

Springs before arriving at Naksansa Temple for a tour of the ancient site. Day East Asia 5: Mount Seorak. Early morning dawn service then tea with the monks before transferring to Mt. Seorak National Park and the Gwongeumseong Fortress. Day 6: Suaedang. Depart for Andong stopping off en route at Buseoksa Temple to visit the Jebiwon Buddha. Day 7: Gyeongju. Full day tour of Andong Hahoe Village. Day 8: Gyeongju. Tour World Heritage listed Gyeongju and explore Seokguram and Bulguksa Temple. Day 9: Busan. Today head to Busan to visit the Tongdosa Temple. Day 10: Jeju Island. Take a flight to Jeju and discover the volcanic island - beaches, waterfalls, museums and Manjanggul, one of the world’s longest lava made caves. Day 11: Jeju Island. Visit Seongup Folk Village and O’Sulloc Tea Museum to learn about Korea’s traditional tea culture. Day 12: Seoul. Your trip ends this morning after flying from Jeju to Seoul.

Itinerary Name: Highlights of South Korea Accommodation: Standard, Superior, Deluxe Departure: Daily Highlights: Seoul, Naksansa, Mount Seorak, Gyeongju, Jeju Island

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all transport on tour, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts Mongolia 7 Days from Ulaanbaatar to Ulaanbaatar Day 1: Ulaanbaatar. Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Day 2: Ulaanbaataar to Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes. After breakfast travel west toward Karakorum before stopping to enjoy a camel ride along the sand dunes, then spend time and overnight with a nomadic family, getting involved in their daily way of life.Day 3: Elsen Tasarkhai - Karakorum. Spend time in the ancient capital of the Mongolian empire visiting Erdene Zuu monastery and its surroundings before exploring the local baazar. Day 4: Karakorum - Hustai National Park. Renowned for its Takhi Przewalski horse population, visit the rolling steppes of Hustai National park, photograph Mongolia’s enigmatic wildlife from the wild horses to red deer, wolf, Asian marmot and many endemic birds. Day 5: Hustai - Gun Galuut Nature Reserve. En-route to Gun Galuut Nature Reserve, stop off to visit the Giant Chinngis statue, the biggest horseman statue of its kind. At Gun Galuut you will have the opportunity to enjoy horse riding whilst spotting more of Mongolia’s endemic wildlife such as argali bighorn shepp, white naped crane, Siberian white crane and many more. Day 6: Gunh Galuut - Ulaanbaatar. Heading back to Ulaanbataar you’ll get the opportunity to visit the Gandan Monastery, Genghis Khan monument, Sukhbaatar Square and the Museum of Natural History. Day 7: Ulaanbaatar. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Itinerary Name: Mongolia Stop Over Tour Accommodation: Standard, Superior Departure: Contact us for more information Highlights: Ulaanbaatar, Elsen Tasarkahi Sand Dunes, Karakorum

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all transport on tour, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com 21 Central Asia

The Silk Road is magical and stunning. Follow in the footsteps of the caravans that passed this way in ancient times, discovering magnificent architecture and bustling bazaars that have changed little since the rule of Tamerlane. The Mountains of Heaven that stretch across the Kyr- gyzan Republic are lush and green, dissected by sweeping steppe lands, primal forests, and turquoise lakes. The surreal world of Turkmenistan is the least explored country on the Silk Road and certainly the most bizarre! A visit will be a journey into a rich and colourful past still totally untouched by tourism. Kazakhstan’s real attraction is the mountains along its southern fringes, with their icy peaks, clear lakes and forested valleys - you will experience pure adventure. Uzbekistan is arguably the most fascinating country of the Central Asia. The ancient atmosphere still survives in the bazaars and tea houses where the many nationalities gather together wearing their colourful traditional clothes. This is a one of a kind adventure. Explore and immerse yourself into this surreal and untouched part of the ancient world.

22 For prices and more information contact your travel agent or visit www.getaboutasia.com Uzbekistan 14 Days from Tashkent to Tashkent Day 1: Tashkent - Nukus. Arrival day, enjoy a city tour of Tashkent before flying to Nukus the capital of Karakalpakistan Republic and gateway to the historic Aral Sea. Day 2: Nukus - Monyaq - Nukus. Travel to Monyoq, once a thriving port on the Aral Sea, now a ship graveyard as the water was diverted from the area leaving enigmatic remnants behind. Day 3: Nukus - Khiva. Travel via the castle ruins of Ayaz Kala and Toprak Qala and visit the Savitsky Central Asia Museum, one of the most remarkable collections in the former Soviet Union. Day 4: Khiva. Enjoy a full day sightseeing in this historic city. Day 5: Khiva Central Asia - Bukhara. Travel via the Kyzylkum Desert, one of the most extensive deserts in Asia visiting the Amu Darya river on the way. Days 6 & 7 Bukhara. Spend two full days exploring this museum city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it houses over two thousand years of history. Day 8: Bukhara - Yangi Gazgan. Travel via Nurata founded in the 3rd century by Alexander the Great, before arriving at your yurt camp for the night where dinner will be by camp fire. Day 9: Yangigazgan - Samarkand. Experience desert life, Silk Road style aboard a camel on your afternoon camel trek. Days 10 & 11: Samarkand. Spend two days exploring the Eden of the Ancient East, one of the oldest inhabited cities in Central Asia. Day 12: Samarkand - Shahrisabz - Samarkand. Day excursion to visit the birthplace of Tamerlane, founder of the Timurid dynasty. Day 13: Samarkand - Tashkent. explore the capital of Uzbekistan. Day 14: Departure.

Itinerary Name: Uzbekistan Uncovered Accommodation: Standard, Superior Departure: Daily Highlights: Tashkent, Monyoq, Bukhara, Yangi Gazgan, Samarkand

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all transport on tour, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts Iran 15 Days from Tehran to Tehran Day 1: Tehran. Sightseeing tour of the busy capital of Tehran. Day 2: Qom. Visit the holy shrine of Imam Khomeni and Behesht-e Zahra on the outskirts of Tehran. Continue on to the 3rd holiest Shia city in the Muslim world, Qom. Day 3: Kashan. Enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful oasis city with a very long history - human settlements in the area date back to the 4th millennium BC. Day 4: Abyaneh. Scenic drive through the mountains to the mountain village of Abyaneh. Days 5 & 6: Esfahan. Guided tour of this beautiful city, including the famous square, mosques and bartering at the bazaar. Days 7 & 8: Yazd. Tour the old town, marvelling at the unique towers that scatter the city. Visit the Jameh Mosque, Amir Chakhmaq Complex, Zoroastrian Fire Temple, The Water Museum and the Towers of Silence burial grounds. Day 9: Zein- o-din Caravanserai. Day 10: Abarqu. En route visit Sassanid empire ruins, a Zoroastrian ‘Tower of Silence’ and the sacred shrine of Eqlid. Continue to Abarqu, home to the famous Ice house, Gonbad Ali Dome, Jameh Mosque and the 4000 year old cypress tree. Day 11: Qashqai Nomadic Stay. Experience the Nomadic lifestyle while overnighting in a nomad tent. Day 12: Shiraz. Enjoy a guided city tour visiting sacred shrines, mosques, a teahouse and bazaars. Day 13: Persepolis. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Persepolis. Days 14 & 15: Tehran. Fly to Tehran and explore more of the city before your departure.

Itinerary Name: Unforgettable Iran Accommodation: Standard, Superior Departure: Daily Highlights: Tehran, Qom, Kashan, Esfahan, Yazd, Abarqu, Shiraz

Inclusions: All airport transfers, all transport on tour, all itinerary attractions, English speaking guides, all breakfasts

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