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COX AND KINGS LU COX & KINGS LUXURY ESCAPADES BROCHURES ASI A THE PA CIFIC GROUP TOURS & CUSTOM DESIGNED JOURNEYS 2011 X URY E URY ARABIA, N. AFRICA CENTRAL ASIA PORTRAIT OF LATIN AMERICA AFRICA THE INDIAN OCEAN EUROPEAN JOURNEYS AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND 2011 2011 2011 2011 2011 S C A P AD E S Arabia, North Africa Portrait Of Africa & European Journeys Australia & & Central Asia Latin America The Indian Ocean New Zealand Cox & Kings LIMITED A Turner Morrison Building, 16 Bank Street, Fort, Mumbai - 400 001. SIA Mumbai: 91676 61456 • Delhi: 9711131292 • Bangalore: 9739945021 AND CALL NOW TH E MTNL / BSNL: 1800 22 1235 / 1800 20 90400 • GSM: 098675 65599 • SMS: LUXURY to 5757513 PA Email: [email protected] • website: www.coxandkings.com C IFI No part of this brochure may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means including, but not limited to images, electronic or mechanical photocopying, recording / taping or reproduced on any disc, tape, perforated media or other information storage device etc., without the written permission of Cox & Kings Ltd. Breach of this condition is liable for legal action. C 2011 Over 250 Years of Discovery 2008 marked the 250th anniversary of the foundation of Cox & Kings, particularly strong links with India. After the First World War the two the longest established travel company in the world. companies merged as Cox’s & King’s and moved into grand premises on Pall Mall (now the site of the Sofitel St James Hotel). In 1923 the business The company’s history stretches back to May 25, 1758 when Richard Cox was sold to Lloyds Bank and while the banking arm stayed with Lloyds was appointed as regimental agent to the Foot Guards by his mentor, (becoming the Cox & Kings branch, as it is still known), the shipping Lord Ligonier, the Commanding Officer of His Majesty’s Armed Forces. agency became a separate company. Regimental agents did not have a very good reputation before Cox, In 1970, Cox & Kings Agency was bought by Grindlays Bank and so the but such was his honesty, reliability and organisational ability that he modern history of the company began. made it a respectable business and Cox & Co soon became the agent for the majority of British regiments. By the end of the 18th century Cox & Kings has built on the tradition of high quality service and the company became involved in banking and shipping in addition to its attention to detail established by Richard Cox over 250 years ago and other agency activities. it now provides travel arrangements of the highest caliber in many of the most culturally and naturally fascinating parts of the world. Our In the late 19th century, Henry S. King & Co was a rival bank and shipping expertise covers India & Beyond, Portrait of Latin America, Africa & the agency, started by Henry Samuel King in 1868 and subsequently run Indian Ocean, Arabia, North Africa & Central Asia, Asia & the Pacific, for over 45 years by his son, Henry Seymour King. The company had European Journeys and Australia & New Zealand. Ulaanbaatar MONGOLIA N. KOREA Beijing S. KOREA Tokyo Kyoto Xian CHINA JAPAN Shanghai Guilin INDIA MYANMAR Hanoi LAOS Vientiane Yangon THAILAND Bangkok VIETNAM CAMBODIA Phnom Penh SRI LANKA Colombo MALAYSIA Kuala Lumpur Singapore BORNEO INDONESIA Bali 2 I Asia & Pacific 2011 Luxury Escapades Contents INTRODUCTION 43 Hotels Japan & South Korea 88 Thailand Custom Designed Journeys 5 A Portrait of Asia & The Pacific 44 Mongolia Land of Blue Sky 89 Hotels Thailand 7 The Cox & Kings Experience 46 Legendary Mongolia 92 Hotels & Resorts Banyan Tree 8 Cox & Kings Travel Styles 48 Hotels Mongolia 97 Hotels & Resorts Mandarin Oriental CHINA INDO - CHINA & THAILAND MALAYSIA, SINGAPORE & INDONESIA 10 China Experience 50 Grand Tour of Indo – China 98 Splendours of Borneo 12 China: The Grand Tour 52 Indo – China Extensions 100 A Journey through Malaysia 14 China Extensions 54 South East Asia Discovery 101 Malaysia Custom Designed Journeys 16 Classic China Odyssey 58 Highlights of Vietnam 102 Relax & Explore Langkawi 18 Glimpses of China & Tibet 60 Highlights of Vietnam Extensions 103 Relax & Explore Borneo 20 Journey on the Silk Road 62 Vietnam Custom Designed Journeys 104 Hotels Singapore & Malaysia 63 Relax & Explore Phan Thiet 22 Treasures of the Orient 106 Indonesia: Bali to Borobudur 24 China Custom Designed Journeys 64 Hotels Vietnam 65 Cambodia Custom Designed Journeys SRI LANKA 26 Relax & Explore Shanghai 66 Laos Custom Designed Journeys 108 Treasures of Sri Lanka 28 Hotels China 67 Hotels Cambodia & Laos 110 Sri Lanka: The Enchanted Island 29 Hotels & Cruises China 68 Hotels Aman Resorts 112 Hotels Sri Lanka 30 Hotels China, Hongkong & Tibet 70 The Golden Land of Burma 114 Relax & Explore Maldives 31 Hotels The Peninsula 72 The Road to Mandalay 118 Hotels Maldives 32 Hotels Shangri – La 74 Essential Myanmar 119 Hotels Malaysia 33 Hotels Hyatt 76 Spirit of Burma NORTH EAST ASIA 78 Burma Custom Designed Journeys INFORMATION 34 Japan’s Cultural Treasures 79 Hotels Burma 120 Asia & The Pacific Factfile 36 Japan Extensions 80 A Taste of Thailand 123 Weather Chart 38 Japan: Land of the Rising Sun 82 A Taste of Thailand Extensions 124 Distance Chart 40 Japan’s Ryokan Experience 84 Treasures of Thailand 125 Travel in Asia 41 Japan Custom Designed Journeys 86 Eastern & Oriental Express 127 Festivals in Asia & The Pacific 42 Hotels Japan 87 Orient Express Collection 128 Details & Pricing www.coxandkings.com Asia & Pacific 2011 I 3 Luxury Escapades A Portrait of Asia & The Pacific Asia and the Pacific region offer a certain magic that cannot be found travellers can experience primordial rainforests and an amazing diversity anywhere else in the world–a magic that is felt in the mystical beauty of of wildlife including orangutans, proboscis monkeys, Asian elephants and the verdant landscapes, the rich heritage of the people, and the delectable outstanding birdlife. Vietnam’s picturesque Halong Bay is a UNESCO flavours of the region. Journey with us and experience firsthand the World Heritage site and visitors can photograph the dreamlike beauty cultures of Asia and the Pacific and open your eyes to a different world of limestone formations that rise dramatically from emerald waters. In where ancient treasures and the warm hospitality of the people come China, visit one of the world’s leading Giant Panda research centers and together to create an unforgettable journey. observe the daily life of endangered animals, including red pandas. Culinary delights of Asia and the Pacific include world-renowned Thai Spectacular cultural sites include the extraordinary temple complex cuisine and Bangkok is home to some of the world’s finest restaurants. of Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia, where ancient temples have While in Japan, which boasts more Michelin-star chefs than any other only recently been uncovered from the jungle vegetation that covered country in the world, visitors can go beyond sushi and sake to enjoy them for centuries. In Yogyakarta, Indonesia, you can experience massive a traditional “kaiseki” dinner at a traditional Japanese inn. French- Borobudur, the largest monument in the Southern Hemisphere and one influenced Indochine cuisine is growing in popularity worldwide and of the Seven Wonders of the World. The tranquility and timelessness visitors can experience Vietnamese, Cambodian and Laotian delicacies of Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage City, can be experienced in local restaurants and street markets. while strolling through this charming former French colony in Laos. Whichever journey you choose – whether you decide to visit legendary Natural treasures of the region include the vast central steppe of Tibet or journey by ship to the golden pagodas of Myanmar – your Mongolia’s grasslands, where nomads still ride on horseback and move Cox & Kings journey to Asia and the Pacific is designed for you as an their tented homes and herds with the changing seasons. In Borneo, expedition of discovery. www.coxandkings.com Asia & Pacific 2011 I 5 Luxury Escapades The Cox & Kings Experience The Essence of Cox & Kings Explore Our World Why Cox & Kings Exotic places. Romantic getaways. Cox & Kings exquisite journeys are meant to open your mind and heart to incredible travel opportunities! • The longest running travel company in the world • Offers more than 250 years of legendary expertise Freedom to Fly in Private • Unparalleled travel experiences with rare access to exotic destinations Our experts will be delighted to arrange access to many of our destinations • Sensitivity and respect for cultures, traditions and the natural ecology with a private jet. We have arranged private aircraft and helicopters for of every destination we serve many of our guests. Private air travel is a way to avoid the constraints of • Exclusive events born from in-depth relationships bring to life intimate local transport and liberate a journey. cultural and wildlife encounters • Safety, security and comfort are foremost Make It Your Own • The very best resident expert guides Your journey begins the moment you imagine yourself in an adventure. • Experienced Cox & Kings travel destination experts It could be a solo exploration, a trip with your family to a group of cherished friends or join a group of like minded travellers. Our travel Your Experience is Everything to Us catalog is a window to the amazing places and cultures you can experience. Think of us as the people who can make it real. We’ll help you choose A journey takes shape as we listen to the experience you’re seeking a journey that matches your dreams and desires. Any of our journeys and design an itinerary to match. From the moment you imagine what can be customised, combined and adapted to become your vision of the your adventure could be, to the day you return, our goal is to assure a perfect adventure.