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GROUP TOURS

India | Sri Lanka | Nepal | Bhutan China | Japan | Taiwan Burma | Vietnam | Laos | Cambodia | Thailand | Borneo

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Why Travel with TransIndus?

Your holiday is one of the most important decisions of the year. You work hard all year and spend a great deal of time researching the locations and experiences that are just right. You want your time, energy and effort to be fruitful so that you return from your holiday feeling invigorated and refreshed.

TransIndus - who we are TransIndus is an award winning specialist tour operator that provides holidays, of outstanding quality at reasonable prices, in Asia. Started in 1989 as an entrepreneurial venture, today TransIndus is a well established holiday company of choice in the UK. We are synonymous with excellence in service and attention to detail, which translates into an ability to create holidays of a lifetime for you, our customers.

As you leaf through the following pages, let us tempt you through the picturesque rice fields of Vietnam, the extravagant palaces of Rajasthan, the cultural towns of South India, the mystical mountainscapes of Bhutan, the teeming jungles of Borneo or maybe go hot air ballooning over Bagan’s temples or take a charming train ride through Sri Lanka’s tea country.

We take great pride in our destination knowledge and expertise. Our team of highly trained and passionate travel consultants, each with an absolute passion for all things Asian, have an understanding of the needs of British travellers. All of this helps us to design and operate enjoyable and memorable holidays for you.

We are located in Ealing, in a converted Victorian Fire Station, and invite you to join us here for a cup of tea or a glass of wine to discuss your next Asian adventure.

In celebration of our 25th anniversary, TransIndus presents a collection of our favourite journeys as Escorted Group Tours.

We invite you to join us on these exciting and unmissable experiences in some of the most sought after holiday destinations in Asia. These carefully designed itineraries are designed for first time visitors and showcase the highlights of each country. They venture just that little bit beyond, off the beaten track, to add an extra element of adventure and excitement to your experience.

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We understand what you are looking for and will do everything possible to ensure your expectations are met and your hard work is rewarded.

Amrit Singh

• Award winning tour operator with 25 years experience • Firsthand knowledge of all destinations, ensuring you get to experience the best a destination has to offer • Quality tours at affordable prices means we deliver value for your money • We provide varied choices to suit all your needs • Our highly trained and knowledgeable team is on hand throughout the process to answer every question • TransIndus is financially secure, fully licensed and bonded with ATOL & ABTA to ensure your money is safe • We are proud members of AITO and adhere its quality charter to bring you the highest standards of service We are very proud to say that 98% of clients give us a perfect satisfaction rating and that well over half of them choose to holiday in our destinations again.

“Top marks for a 5 star travel operator, excellent itinerary with top quality agents and guides in India.

Thoroughly recommend TransIndus.”

Mr and Mrs Mair, Aberdeen

“The organisation of the trip was first class and every rep, guide and driver went out of their way to make the trip memorable. How they made sure the tiger was in the right place at the right time in Ranthambore, we will never know.

Many thanks to all at TransIndus.”

“We had the holiday of a lifetime, thank you very much for the wonderful service” Mr and Mrs Knudsen

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Greece 90••

Contents Athens

Istanbul

Libya

Cyprus

Alexandria

Indian Subcontinent

Rajasthan, Land of Kings

Amman

Iraq Baghdad

Golden Triangle and Kerala Backwaters Saudi Arabia

Southern Explorer Jeddah KeralaKhartoum Adventure Red Sea Nepal Experience Eritrea

Riyadh

Yemen Dijbouti

Glimpse of China Classic China

Essential Japan

Japan Experience

Essential Burma

Laos and Cambodia Explorer Discover Indochina Moroni

Cultural Thailand Comoros

Mayotte

Weather, Visa and other information 50•• Madagascar

Our Commitment, Charities

China

Taipei

Chongqing

Nepal

New Delhi

Muscat

Kathmandu

Oman

32-33

Lhasa Taiwan

Thimphu

Bhutan

Kunming

Guangzhou Hong Kong

10˚

Bangladesh

India

Hanoi Mandalay

Kolkata

Bay of Bengal

Mumbai

Burma

Laos

Bangkok

Cochin

Colombo

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Andaman Sea

Sri Lanka

Palau

Vietnam Cambodia

Phnom Penh

Ho Chi Minh City 0•• Kota Kinabalu

Gulf of Thailand

Bandar Seri Begawan

Brunei Malaysia Kuala Lumpur

52-53 54-55

Malaysia

56-57

equator

Banda Sea Indonesia

62

Arafura Sea Dili

Java Sea Jakarta

Timor

Java 70••

80••

90••

10••

Sulawesi

Kalimantan

Sumatra

Indonesia

Indian Ocean

Indonesia

Kuching

Singapore

60-61

Philippines Manila

South China Sea

Thailand

Bangalore Chennai

Hainan (China) Sanya

Vientiane Yangon

42-43

Philippine Sea

Kaohsiung

Dhaka

40-41

63 60••

East China Sea

Hangzhou

Chengdu

58-59

Wonders of Borneo

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Tibet Autonomous Region (China)

Pakistan

50-51

Active Vietnam

Private Journeys

Islamabad

48-49

Dar es Salaam Vietnam Experience

Booking Form

Bahrain 22-23 Qatar Doha

46-47

Southeast Asia

Terms and Conditions

20-21

Manama

20˚

Shanghai

Nanjing

Xi'an

44-45

Taiwan Experience

Hiroshima

Pacific Ocean

38-39 Somalia

South Korea

Yellow Sea

Tajikistan

Afghanistan

36-37

China Experience

Osaka

Seoul

Kabul Shiraz

Arabian 34-35 Sea

Ethiopia

Beijing

Tokyo

(East Sea)

Pyongyang

Kyrgyzstan

Kuwait City

30-31

Mongolia

Urumqi

Ashgabat Dushanbe

18-19

Sea of Japan North Korea

Bishkek

Tashkent

Iran

Kuwait 16-17

28-29 San'a

Kenya

14-15

Uzbekistan

26-27 U.A.E.

Essential Bhutan

Discover China

Turkmenistan Tehran

Ulaanbaatar

Lake Balkhash

24-25 Dubai

Images of India & Nepal

Far East

Kazakhstan

Abu Dhabi

Asmara Nepal Adventure

Addis Ababa

10-11 12-13

Nasser

Emerald Isle

8-9

30˚

Japan

Aral Sea

Baku

Golden Temple & LakeThe Himalaya

Sudan

Vladivostok

North Aral Sea

Azerbaijan

Syria

Classic India

Essence of Kerala

6-7

Astana

Caspian Sea Tbilisi

Yerevan

Lebanon

Jordan

Egypt

4-5 Armenia

Damascus

Jerusalem

Glimpse of India

Novosibirsk

3 Georgia

Nicosia

Israel

Sapporo

2

Turkey

Beirut

Cairo

Lake Baikal

Ankara

Mediterranean Sea Why travel with TransIndus

Group Tours explained

Russia

Black Sea

Who we are

Contents / Map

Chelyabinsk

100••

110••

Bali 120••

East Timor

Timor Sea

Darwin

Australia

130••

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Group Travel with TransIndus Group travel gives you the opportunity to share your experiences with likeminded people whilst also making friends.

With the services of an accompanying tour guide, whose presence and local knowledge will greatly enhance the quality of your holiday, you will always have an experienced and knowledgeable person on hand to answer questions on the nuances of local traditions, culture and customs. Group travel also offers special group activities and features that are not always open to private travellers due to their prohibitive cost, such as a welcome dinner and the assistance of an accompanying guide. With our extensive experience of organising group tours and knowledge of Asia, I can promise you an enjoyable, carefree, relaxed experience in some of Asia’s most sought after destinations including the Indian subcontinent, Vietnam, Burma, Taiwan, China and Japan and Malaysian Borneo.

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GROUP SIZE Our group tours typically have between twelve and sixteen travelers, and are limited to a maximum size of twenty people, in order to ensure that everyone is well looked after by our tour managers.

SCHEDULED FLIGHTS We use reputed, scheduled airlines for international travel to guarantee the start and end of your holiday is as enjoyable as the destination itself. These airlines are chosen as much for their comfort as for their punctuality, performance, reliability and quality of service.

AIRPORT ASSISTANCE On arrival at your destination and at every port thereafter you will be assisted by a TransIndus representative to help with check-in and boarding formalities.

UK REGIONAL AIRPORTS Most TransIndus tours are scheduled to depart from London Heathrow. We are very happy to offer flight connections from most UK regional airports. Please ask us for details. In some instances, your bags may even be checked through to your destination, making the Heathrow connection much smoother.

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE Most airlines allow one piece of check-in baggage, weighing no more than 20Kg and one item of hand luggage, weighing up to 6Kg, when travelling in economy class. However, as every airline is different, it is worth checking the baggage allowance of individual airlines, with us or online, prior to travel.

Travelers in Premier-Economy, Business and First Class cabins often benefit from a more generous allowance.

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PREMIER, BUSINESS AND FIRST CLASS UPGRADES We have negotiated some excellent prices for upgrades to Premier-Economy, Business and First Class on most airlines. So, if you are looking for extra legroom in a Premier-Economy cabin, flat beds in Business Class or the luxury of First Class to enhance the experience of your tour we can do so for a reasonable price.

LOUNGE ACCESS To get your holiday off to a good start we suggest making a reservation for an airport lounge to give you access to comfortable seating, complimentary beverages and snacks, wi-fi, newspapers, magazines, washroom facilities and sometime even shower facilities while you wait for your flight to be announced. Available in the UK and at select airports in Asia, these lounges are available for a small supplementary charge.

DOMESTIC TRAVEL AT YOUR DESTINATION Our comprehensive tours are designed to give you a good overview of the destination you choose and, therefore, may involve significant domestic travel.

You may have some early starts to ensure you get the maximum out of the day’s activities. We have tried our best to mitigate these with some mornings or afternoons at leisure to give you time to relax, enjoy your hotel’s facilities and explore sites on your own.

Road Travel will usually be by carefully selected, fully licensed, air-conditioned coaches with seat belts.

Should your holiday include a train journey, your journey will be booked in the highest class available on the train and will usually be in an airconditioned carriage.

Domestic flights are usually provided on low cost carriers and include one complimentary checked-in piece of baggage and one piece of carry on hand-luggage.

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TOUR MANAGER All TransIndus group tours include the services of an experienced tour manager who will greet you on arrival at your destination and escort you throughout the tour. They are knowledgeable, friendly and eager to ensure that you get the best out of your holiday.

Where your tour crosses into neighboring countries, a local tour manager will take over.

EXPERT LOCAL GUIDES In addition to your accompanying tour manager, local guides may join you to share their expert knowledge of their home territory in main cities and at sites of historical and archaeological importance. This also provides gainful employment for men and women from smaller towns and cities and is in keeping with our Responsible Tourism commitments.

ACCOMMODATION TransIndus chooses its hotels carefully and places guests’ experience at the heart of this choice. We ensure accommodation is not only clean and comfortable, but that each property provides the best local experience it can. All rooms have private en-suite bathrooms and are of three and four star standard. All hotels have at least one restaurant and most also have a bar. Other leisure facilities including a gym, swimming pool and spa may also be available. Most are likely to have a foreign exchange counter, room service, a hotel shop for small incidentals and a business centre.

MEAL PLANS The meal plan for most tours is bed and breakfast.

On some days that involve a long journeys or overnight train travel packed meals will be provided, as specified in the itinerary.

The meal plan on House Boats and in Jungle Lodges is usually full board.

SPECIAL REQUESTS If you are celebrating a special occasion during your holiday, we would love to know about it as we may be able to help with your celebrations.

Requests for adjoining rooms are best made at the time of the booking, so we can inform the hotels as early as possible. However, rooms are allocated on the day of arrival and special requests are dependent on such rooms being available.

Requests for specific seating and special meals on international flights are best made directly with the airline carriers. If you require help with this, do please let your TransIndus travel consultant know as early as possible.

INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR PRICE? •

International flights in economy class, with

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Assisted transfers for all arrivals and departures

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Accommodation in the hotels listed, or similar.

Rooms are usually standard grade, unless otherwise stated.

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Meals as indicated in the ‘Meal Plan’ with each

tour. Most tours are on a bed and breakfast basis, except in game parks and remote places where full board may be provided.

All scheduled sightseeing, English-speaking guides and entrance fee to monuments and other sites.

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All scheduled game viewing in game reserves.

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All internal travel including flights in economy, trains in the class specified (normally the

highest available), boat cruises and road travel by a private coach or chauffeur-driven car.

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STOPOVERS Overnight stopovers can be arranged, in some cities, to pace your international journey. If your departure is scheduled on an indirect-flight which involves an en-route halt we can arrange a longer stay at the transit destination. Ask your travel consultant for more information.

by air or rail, using a private coach or chauffeurdriven car.

• EXCURSIONS In each destination, we offer a selected number of excursions or optional tours like a hot air balloon flight or cookery courses. These can be purchased at a supplementary cost, either at the time of your booking, immediately prior to your departure or while on holiday. Please speak with your travel consultant for more information.

options for upgrades.

The services of an experienced local tour escort

for a minimum of four travelers.

NOT INCLUDED?

Visas, travel insurance, meals (where not otherwise specified), tips, camera fees, personal expenses and airport transfers in the UK.

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GROUP TOURS | INDIA

GLIMPSE OF INDIA

Glimpse of India

INDIA

Delhi

Jaipur

Agra

London – Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Delhi – London

EXTENSIONS

DAY 1 London, Delhi Depart London in the evening on a direct, overnight flight to Delhi.

SHIMLA – 5 Days

DAY 2 Delhi Greeted on arrival in Delhi and transferred to the Royal Plaza hotel for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure, with a welcome dinner at a local restaurant in the evening.

DAY 3 Delhi Explore Delhi on a full day sightseeing tour. Start with a tour of Old Delhi in the morning: enjoying a cycle rickshaw ride in the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk followed by a visit to see the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and the Raj Ghat, a memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi, a prominent figure in India’s struggle for freedom. In the afternoon, drive past Lutyen’s New Delhi. Visit the tomb of Humayun and the lofty Qutb Minar, an early Mughal structure made of red sandstone and white marble.

Optional excursions: Salaam Baalak Walk, Sufi Music Evening DAY 4 Delhi, Agra Drive to Agra (4-5 hours) for an overnight stay in the Wyndham hotel. In the afternoon,visit the impressive Agra Fort whose buildings, made of red sandstone and marble, are a mix of Hindu and Islamic architecture followed by a visit to the ornate tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula. Enjoy a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset to marvel at one of the World’s great monuments in a glow of pink and yellow hues.

DAY 5 Agra, Jaipur A full day’s drive to Jaipur (6-7 hours) with an en route stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar that was abandoned after just 14 years. Closer to Jaipur, stop to see the impressive 9th Century Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri.

Stay at the Ramgarh Lodge, on the outskirts of the city, for three nights.

DAY 6 Jaipur Visit the 17th century hilltop fort of Amber and the sparkling Mirror Palace. In the afternoon visit the City Palace complex including, its museum and the 18th century Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory. Drive through the busy bazaars for a photo stop at the recently restored Hawa Mahal, one of the most famous buildings in Jaipur.

INDIA

Optional excursions: Elephant ride at Amber Fort

Glimpse of India

Popularly known as the Golden Triangle, this tour takes in the most popular sights of the country and is a true introduction to India. Start in the historic city of Delhi, with the tree-lined boulevards of Lutyen’s New Delhi and the hustle and bustle of the Old City. Move on to Agra to admire one of the most iconic and beautiful buildings in the world, the Taj Mahal, as well as the impressive Agra Fort with its Diwan-i-Am & Diwan-i-Khas (halls of public and private audience) and lastly, the Pink City of Jaipur, with its stately forts, sprawling palaces and colourful bazaars.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Direct flights on British Airways or Virgin Atlantic Flying time: 9 hours to Delhi

DAY 8 Jaipur, Delhi After a morning at leisure, drive back to Delhi this afternoon (5 hours) for an overnight stay at the Royal Plaza hotel.

Meal plan: Bed and Breakfast Welcome dinner day 2

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DAY 11 Shimla Day at leisure The neighbouring towns of Kufri, Naldhera and Chail are well worth a morning visit. You can choose to take a walk in the picturesque mountains or drive up to Mashobra for afternoon tea at the Wildflower Hall.

DAY 12 Shimla, Delhi Drive to Kalka (2 ½ hours) to board the Shatabdi Express back to Delhi. Stay overnight at the Royal Plaza hotel.

DAY 10 Amritsar Visit the Golden Temple complex, one of the holiest shrines of the Sikh faith and Jallianwala Bagh. In the afternoon drive to the Wagah border to see the indulgent joint ‘retreat’ ceremony of the Indian and Pakistani guard.

DAY 11 Amritsar, Delhi, London Take an early morning flight to Delhi to connect to your flight to London that leaves around midday and arrives in the early evening.

GOA – 4 Days DAY 8 Jaipur, Mumbai, Goa Take a set of flights via Mumbai to Goa, arriving mid afternoon. Transfer to the Holiday Inn or similar (upgrades available) for 3 nights.

DAYS 9, 10 Goa At leisure.

DAY 11 Goa, Mumbai, London Take an early morning flight to Mumbai to connect to your flight to London that leaves around midday and arrives in the early evening.

RANTHAMBORE – 4 Days

Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

16-Jan-14

Thu

£1295

£290

06-Feb-14

Thu

£1295

£290

20-Feb-14

Thu

£1295

£290

12-Mar-14

Wed

£1315

£290

DAY 8 Jaipur, Ranthambore Drive to Sawai Madhopur this morning (4-5 hours) staying two nights at the Tiger Den / Tiger Moon, your base to explore Ranthambore National Park.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park.

DAY 9 Ranthambore Enjoy morning and evening game drives in Ranthambore National Park in search of the elusive Tiger. Other animals include Leopard, Sloth bear, Sambar deer, Chital, Langur and Macaque.

DAY 10 Ranthambore, Delhi Journey by train to Delhi this morning. On arrival, transfer to the hotel, staying overnight at the Royal Plaza hotel.

DAY 11 Delhi, London Board a direct, return flight around midday, arriving in London in the early evening.

DAY 9 Varanasi On arrival early morning, you are transferred to the Gateway Hotel Ganges for two nights. Witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti (spiritual worship) this evening on the ghats of the Ganges river.

DAY 10 Varanasi A peaceful early morning boat ride on the Ganges offers the opportunity to see devotees at prayer at the waters’ edge. The afternoon is spent visiting Sarnath, the site of Buddha’s first public discourse.

DAY 11 Varanasi, Delhi A midday flight back to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to the hotel, staying overnight at the Royal Plaza hotel.

DAY 12 Delhi, London Board a direct, return flight around midday, arriving in London in the early evening.

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DAY 9 Delhi, Amritsar Take the Shatabdi Express early morning to Amritsar for a two night stay at the Country Inn and Suites. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

DAY 13 Delhi, London Board a direct, return flight around midday, arriving in London in the early evening.

DAY 8 Jaipur, Delhi, Varanasi Transfer to the railway station on your arrival from Jaipur. Board an overnight train to Varanasi.

Optional excursions: Hot Air Ballooning, Cooking Class

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout

DAY 10 Shimla A morning’s sightseeing tour of Shimla includes a visit to the Vice Regal Lodge, Mock Tudor Library and, Jakhu Temple as well as a walk down the busy Mall Road to see the Gaiety Theatre and Christ Church. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

VARANASI – 5 Days

DAY 7 Jaipur Day at leisure

DAY 9 Delhi, London Board a direct, return flight around midday, arriving in London in the early evening.

Internal travel: Air-conditioned coach

DAY 9 Delhi, Kalka, Shimla Board the early morning Shatabdi Express to Kalka.

Journey onward, on the narrow gauge railway towards Shimla. On arrival, check-in at the legendary Clarke’s hotel for three nights.

AMRITSAR – 3 Days

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DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15

Holi on 17-03-14. Lunch in Jaipur 20-Mar-14

Thu

£1295

£290

13-Apr-14

Sun

£1195

£225

18-Oct-14

Sat

£1365

£305

Diwali on 23-10-14. Dinner in Jaipur 23-Oct-14

Thu

£1335

£305

13-Nov-14

Thu

£1335

£305

20-Nov-14

Thu

£1335

£305

04-Dec-14

Thu

£1335

£305

15-Jan-15

Thu

£1425

£325

05-Feb-15

Thu

£1425

£325

26-Feb-15

Thu

£1425

£325

12-Mar-15

Thu

£1425

£325

29-Mar-15

Sun

£1425

£325

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £525 Business class supplement from £1345 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS Shimla

£455

£235

Ranthambore

£425

£75

Varanasi

£276

£86

Amritsar

£209

£55

Goa

£435

£169

Salaam Baalak Trust Walk, Delhi

£18

Sufi Music Evening at Hazrat Nizamuddin, Delhi

£30

Hot Air Ballooning, Jaipur

£121

Cooking class, Jaipur

£65

Elephant ride at Amber Fort

£15

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RAJASTHAN, LAND OF KINGS

Rajasthan, Land of Kings

INDIA

London – Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Khimsar – Jaisalmer – Manvar – Narlai – Udaipur – London

Delhi Khimsar

Jaisalmer

Jodhpur

Jaipur

Agra

Udaipur

DAY 1 London - Delhi Depart London, in the evening, on a direct, overnight flight to Delhi.

by the pool or explore this 16th century fort and village.

Bikes are available to rent or a camel cart ride can be arranged.

DAY 2 Delhi Greeted on arrival in Delhi and transferred to the Hilton Janakpuri for two nights.The remainder of the day is at leisure, with a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

DAY 8 Khimsar, Jaisalmer A long drive West, towards the lone city of Jaisalmer (5 hours). The old part of the city was built almost entirely of yellow sandstone, lending to the settlement being, affectionately, termed “The Golden City”. Stay at the Taj Rawal Kot for two nights.

DAY 3 Delhi Explore Delhi on a full day sightseeing tour. Start with a tour of Old Delhi in the morning: enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride in the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk followed by a visit to see Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and the Raj Ghat, a memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi, a prominent figure in India’s struggle for freedom. Drive through Lutyen’s New Delhi in the afternoon. Visit the tomb of Humayun and the lofty Qutb Minar, an early Mughal structure made of red sandstone and white marble.

Optional excursions: Salaam Baalak Walk, Sufi Music Evening DAY 4 Delhi, Agra Take an early morning express train to Agra. On arrival, transfer to the Wyndham hotel for an overnight stay.

In the afternoon visit the impressive Agra Fort whose buildings, made of red sandstone and marble, are a mix of Hindu and Islamic architecture. Followed by a visit to the ornate tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula. Enjoy a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset to marvel at one of the World’s great monuments in a glow of pink and yellow hues.

DAY 5 Agra, Jaipur A full day drive to Jaipur (6-7 hours) with an en route stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar that was abandoned after just 14 years. Closer to Jaipur, stop to see the impressive 9th Century Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri. Stay at the Ramgarh Lodge, on the outskirts of the city, for two nights.

DAY 6 Jaipur Visit the 17th century hilltop fort of Amber and the sparkling Mirror Palace. In the afternoon visit the City Palace complex including its museum and the 18th century Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory.

Drive through the busy bazaars for a photo stop at the recently restored Hawa Mahal, one of the most famous buildings in Jaipur.

INDIA

Optional excursions: Elephant ride at Amber Fort

Rajasthan, Land of Kings

Rajasthan is renowned, the world over, for its royal history and cultural heritage as well as its legendary desert and bright colours. Our specially designed itinerary, of this land of kings, starts off with a full day’s sightseeing in Delhi followed by an express train ride to Agra to experience the beauty of the Taj Mahal and the impressive Agra Fort before moving on to the bustling markets of Jaipur and the medieval fort cities of Jaisalmer and Jodhpur. Spend an unforgettable night under the stars in Manvar as you take camel carts to a desert feast, accompanied by local musicians. The tour ends in the regal splendour of the lake city of Udaipur.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Direct flights on Jet Airways or similar

DAY 7 Jaipur, Khimsar Leave the Pink City in the morning and head towards rural Khimsar (5-6 hours). Arrive and check-in to traditionally decorated rooms at the Khimsar Fort hotel for an overnight stay. The afternoon is at leisure to relax

DAY 9 Jaisalmer In the morning, visit Jaisalmer Fort, which dominates the local landscape. This impressive structure comprises a maze of alleyways and narrow lanes that lead to various Havelis or merchant homes and Jain temples, all enclosed within the fort. Also visit the Gadisar Tank, once the sole water supply of the city and now a repository of small temples and shrines.

DAY 10 Jaisalmer, Manvar Drive towards Manvar (5 hours) for a royal experience complete with dining under the stars and unwinding as local folk musicians play out the night at the Manvar Tented Camp.

DAY 11 Manvar, Jodhpur, Narlai Turning eastwards, the morning’s drive (2 hours) brings us to ‘The Blue City’ of Jodhpur. Stop here for a visit to the imposing Meherangarh Fort. Drive on to the village of Narlai (2 hours) for a two night stay at the Rawla Narlai.

DAY 12 Narlai Today is free to explore this authentic Rajasthani village which is dotted with curious temples. There is also the option of a jeep safari or an atmospheric dinner on the edge of the 1100 year old step-well.

DAY 13 Narlai, Udaipur Heading south, we traverse the Aravalli Hills to Ranakpur (1 ½ hours), home of an intricately and painstakingly carved Jain Temple complex. Continue on to Udaipur (1 ½ hours) where we stay for two nights at the hilltop Fateh Garh which offers a bird’s eye view of the City Palace complex and Lake Pichola.

DAY 15 Udaipur, Bundi Drive through the Mewari countryside towards Bundi (4-5 hours) stopping to see the Chittorgarh Fort en route. Check-in to stay overnight at the Bundi Vilas hotel. Visit the Taragarh Fort and its impressive Picture Gallery in the afternoon.

DAY 16 Bundi, Ranthambore Drive towards Ranthambore in the morning (3-4 hours). Stay at the Tiger Den / Tiger Moon for two nights. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park.

DAY 17 Ranthambore A full day of game drives in the park.

DAY 18 Ranthambore, Delhi Journey to Delhi by train. On arrival, transfer to the Royal Plaza Hotel for one night.

DAY 19 Delhi, London Board a direct, return flight around midday, arriving in London in the early evening.

GOA – 4 Days DAY 15 Udaipur, Mumbai, Goa Take a set of flights via Mumbai to Goa, arriving mid afternoon. Transfer to the Holiday Inn or similar (upgrades available) for 3 nights.

DAYS 16, 17 Goa At leisure.

DAY 18 Goa, Mumbai, London Take an early morning flight to Mumbai, to connect to a flight to London that leaves around midday and arrives in the early evening.

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per person

Single room supplement

23-Jan-14

Thu

£1825

£435

DAY 14 Udaipur A morning city tour takes in the City Palace, a complex of 11 palaces, all with intricate stone work and interiors featuring glass mirror and ornamental tile. Also visit the gardens of Sahelion Ki Bari, the old city and the Jagdish Temple. The afternoon is at leisure to browse through the markets or relax by the pool.

13-Feb-14

Thu

£1865

£435

20-Feb-14

Thu

£1865

£435

06-Mar-14

Thu

£1825

£435

20-Mar-14

Thu

£1865

£435

15-Oct-14

Wed

£1925

£460

DAY 15 Udaipur, Mumbai, London Take an early morning flight to Mumbai, to connect to a flight to London that leaves around midday and arrives in the early evening.

13-Nov-14

Thu

£1885

£460

27-Nov-14

Thu

£1885

£460

22-Jan-15

Thu

£1998

£495

12-Feb-15

Thu

£1998

£495

26-Feb-15

Thu

£1998

£495

12-Mar-15

Thu

£1998

£495

26-Mar-15

Thu

£1998

£495

Internal travel: Air-conditioned coach

Diwali on Thur 23-10-14. Dinner in Jaisalmer

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £600

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout

Business class supplement from £1345 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

Meal plan: Bed and Breakfast Welcome dinner day 2 Dinner day 10

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Departure

Flying time: 9 hours to Delhi

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EXTENSIONS

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Ranthambore - 5 days

£395

£75

Goa - 4 days

£445

£215

Salaam Baalak Walk, Delhi

£18

Sufi Music, Delhi

£30

Hot Air Ballooning, Jaipur

£121

Stepwell dinner, Rawla Narlai

£54

Sunset Boat Cruise, Udaipur

£22

Elephant ride at Amber Fort

£15

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CLASSIC INDIA

Classic India

London – Delhi – Varanasi – Khajuraho – Orchha – Agra – Jaipur – Jodhpur – Udaipur – London

Delhi

INDIA

Jaipur Jodhpur

Udaipur

DAY 1 London, Delhi Depart London, in the evening, on a direct overnight flight to Delhi.

Agra

Orchha

Varanasi Khajuraho

DAY 2 Delhi Late morning, arrive in Delhi and transfer to the Taj Ambassador hotel, for two nights.

The remainder of the day is at leisure, with a welcome dinner at a restaurant in the evening.

DAY 3 Delhi Explore Delhi on a full day sightseeing tour. Enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride in the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi followed by a visit to see Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India and the Raj Ghat, a memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi, a prominent figure in India’s struggle for freedom. In the afternoon, drive past Lutyen’s New Delhi. Visit the tomb of Humayun and the lofty Qutb Minar, an early Mughal structure made of red sandstone and white marble.

Mumbai

Optional excursions: Salaam Baalak Walk, Sufi Music Evening DAY 4 Delhi, Varanasi Take a short flight to Varanasi, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and, for Hindus, one of the holiest places in India.

Stay at The Gateway Hotel for one night.

The afternoon is spent visiting Sarnath, the site of Buddha’s first public discourse and now home to many magnificent stupas and monasteries. Witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti (spiritual worship) this evening on the ghats of the Ganges river.

DAY 5 Varanasi, Khajuraho A peaceful early morning boat ride on the Ganges to see devotees at prayer at the waters’ edge. Take a midday flight to Khajuraho and transfer to The Gateway Chandela Hotel for an overnight stay.

Enjoy an afternoon tour of the legendary temples of Khajuraho, renowned for their erotic art.

INDIA

DAY 6 Khajuraho, Orchha, Agra A morning drive (4 hours) to the unhurried settlement of Orchha for an excursion of the 16th century temples and palaces. A short drive to Jhansi, after lunch, to board an express train to Agra, arriving in the evening. Stay at The Gateway hotel for two nights.

Classic India

Designed for the first time visitor, experience the highlights of Northern India on our Classic India tour. After visiting the sights in Old and New Delhi, travel to the holy River Ganges at the ancient Hindu city of Benaras, or Varanasi as it is known today, and the sacred Buddhist site of Sarnath. Take a short flight to Khajuraho for a tour of the Chandela temples, known for their erotic sculpture.

Travel to Agra to marvel in the beauty of the Taj Mahal, the eternal monument to love. Drive west into Rajasthan to see the colourful state forts and palaces of Jaipur and Jodhpur as well as Udaipur, the romantic city of lakes.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Direct flights on Jet Airways or similar Flying time: 9 hours to Delhi Internal travel: A combination of road, rail and air.

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout Meal plan: Bed and Breakfast Welcome dinner day 2

DAY 7 Agra A half day sightseeing tour of Agra starts with a visit to the Taj Mahal, regarded as one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture. Followed by a visit to the impressive Agra Fort whose buildings, made of red sandstone and marble, are a mix of Hindu and Islamic architecture. Finally, see the ornate tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 8 Agra, Jaipur A full day drive to Jaipur (6-7 hours) with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar and abandoned after just 14 years.

Closer to Jaipur, stop to see the impressive 9th century AD Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri. Stay two nights at the Ramgarh Lodge on the outskirts of the city for two nights.

DAY 9 Jaipur Visit the 17th century hilltop fort of Amber this morning and the sparkling Mirror Palace. In the afternoon visit the City Palace complex with its museum and the 18th century Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory. Drive through the busy bazaars for a photo stop at the recently restored Hawa Mahal, one of the most famous buildings in Jaipur.

DAY 11 Jodhpur Enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Jodhpur focussed on the majestic Mehrangarh fort. Also visit the Jaswant Thada, a marble cenotaph and take a walk through the Sadar Bazar to see its Clock Tower that dates back to 1912. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 12 Jodhpur, Udaipur Head to the scenic beauty of the Aravalli Hills and the town of Ranakpur (2 ½ hours) to visit the intricately carved Jain temples before continuing on to Udaipur (2 ½ hours).

Stay at the Trident Hotel for two nights.

DAY 13 Udaipur A morning city tour takes in the City Palace, a complex of 11 palaces, all with intricate stone work and interiors featuring glass mirror and ornamental tile. Also visit the gardens of Sahelion Ki Bari, the old city and the Jagdish Temple. The afternoon is at leisure to browse through the markets or relax by the pool.

DAY 14 Udaipur, Mumbai, London Take a morning flight to Mumbai, connecting with a direct international flight to London which arrives early evening.

EXTENSIONS GOA – 4 Days DAY 14 Udaipur, Mumbai, Goa Take a set of flights via Mumbai to Goa, arriving mid afternoon. Transfer to the Holiday Inn or similar (upgrades available) for 3 nights.

DAYS 15, 16 Goa At leisure.

DAY 17 Goa, Mumbai, London Take a morning flight to Mumbai, connecting with a direct international flight to London which arrives early evening.

Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

KERALA – 6 Days

16-Jan-14

Thu

£1995

£495

06-Feb-14

Thu

£1995

£495

27-Feb-14

Thu

£1995

£495

13-Mar-14

Thu

£2025

£495

27-Mar-14

Thu

£2025

£495

16-Oct-14

Thu

£2125

£515

06-Nov-14

Thu

£2065

£515

20-Nov-14

Thu

£2065

£515

15-Jan-15

Thu

£2195

£545

05-Feb-15

Thu

£2195

£545

26-Feb-15

Thu

£2195

£545

12-Mar-15

Thu

£2195

£545

26-Mar-15

Thu

£2195

£545

DAY 14 Udaipur, Mumbai, Cochin Take a set of flights via Mumbai to Cochin, arriving mid afternoon. Transfer to the Casino Hotel or similar for two nights. In the evening, take a sunset cruise in the harbour for views of the landmark Chinese fishing nets.

DAY 15 Cochin Sightseeing of historic Fort Cochin includes a visit to the Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue and St Francis, the oldest church in India. Attend a Kathakali dance performance.

DAY 16 Cochin, Kumarakom Drive to Kumarakom (2 hours). Stay at the Backwater Ripples resort for three nights.

The remainder of the day is at leisure.

DAYS 17, 18 Kumarakom At leisure.

DAY 19 Cochin, Mumbai, London Take a morning flight to Mumbai, connecting with a direct international flight to London which arrives early evening.

Optional excursions: Elephant ride at Amber Fort DAY 10 Jaipur, Jodhpur A long drive (6-7 hours) through the heartland of this desert state to Jodhpur. Stay at The Gateway hotel for two nights.

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FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £600 Business class supplement from £1345 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS Goa - 4 days

£445

£215

Kerala - 6 days

£615

£285

Salaam Baalak Walk, Delhi

£18

Sufi Music , Delhi

£30

Camel cart ride - Osian dunes, Jodhpur

£58

Sunset Boat Cruise, Udaipur

£22

Elephant ride at Amber Fort

£15

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GOLDEN TEMPLE & THE HIMALAYA

Golden Temple & The Himalaya INDIA Dharamsala Pragpur Amritsar Shimla

Delhi

EXTENSIONS ANANDA IN THE HIMALAYAS – 5 Days London – Amritsar – Dharamsala – Pragpur – Shimla – Delhi – London

INDIA

DAY 1 London, Delhi Depart London in the evening on a direct, overnight flight to Delhi.

Golden Temple & The Himalaya

This interesting, off-the-beaten track tour of North West India invites you to the impressive Golden Temple, situated in a shimmering manmade lake in the frontier town of Amritsar. Driving into neighbouring Himachal Pradesh towards Buddhist country, take in the picturesque scenery of Dharamashala as you visit McLeodgunj, the residence of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Travel onward to the Kangra Valley that houses delightful villages, more Hindu and Buddhist temples and a quaint mountain railway. Spend the last few nights in Shimla, the summer capital of the erstwhile British Raj.

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DAY 2 Delhi, Amritsar Arrive in Delhi and take an onward flight to Amritsar, a city of great historical and religious significance, where you will be met and transferred to the Country Inn and Suites for two nights. The rest of the day is free for relaxation with a welcome dinner this evening.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Direct flights on Jet Airways or similar Flying time: 12 hours to Amritsar including transit in Delhi Internal travel: A combination of road and rail.

Road travel by air-conditioned coach.

Rail travel by highest class available.

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout Meal plan: Bed and Breakfast Welcome dinner day 2

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DAY 3 Amritsar A full day of sightseeing starts with a morning visit to the majestic Golden Temple complex, one of the holiest shrines of the Sikh faith. Explore this busy complex as well as the bustling lanes of the old city followed by a visit to the poignant site of Jallianwala Bagh.

In the afternoon drive to the Wagah border to see the indulgent joint ‘retreat’ ceremony of the Indian and Pakistani guard.

DAY 4 Amritsar, Dharamsala Heading north, leave the plains of the Punjab and reach the town of Dharamsala (4-5 hours), the current residence of His Holiness The Dalai Lama, in the foothills of the Himalaya. Stay for two nights at Clouds End Villa which offers, spectacular views of the Dhauladhar mountain range. In the afternoon visit the nearby Norbulingka Institute, built in the style of the Dalai Lama’s former summer residence in Lhasa (Tibet).

DAY 5 Dharamsala A morning sightseeing tour through the Tibetan Buddhist enclave of Mcleodganj with visits to the Namgyal Monastery, the Kalachakra Temple and the Bhagsunath temple. In the afternoon, relax in one

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of the many inviting cafes or explore some of the smaller local monasteries.

DAY 6 Dharamsala, Pragpur Drive down to the heritage village of Pragpur (2 ½ hours) with the option of a ride on the Kangra heritage railway line. Two nights are spent at the Judges Court Residence.

DAY 7 Pragpur Day at leisure to relax or explore Pragpur’s intriguing medieval narrow stone-cobbled streets.

DAY 8 Pragpur, Shimla Leaving Pragpur, drive through picturesque countryside ending with a steep and spectacular climb through the Shivalik Hills to the hill station of Shimla (4-5 hours). Stay at the legendary Clarke’s Hotel for three nights.

DAY 9 Shimla The next two days are free for soaking up the historical atmosphere and vistas of Shimla. There is an option to ride on the affectionately named ‘toy train’ to Kandaghat.

DAY 10 Shimla Day at leisure.

DAY 11 Shimla, Delhi Drive down to Kalka (2 ½ hours) for the express train back to Delhi, staying overnight at the Royal Plaza Hotel.

DAY 12 Delhi, London Flight back to London at midday, arriving in the same evening.

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DAY 11 Shimla, Rishikesh Drive to the holy town of Rishikesh (6-7 hrs).

Stay 3 nights at the Ananda in the Himalayas, a deluxe resort and spa, especially known for its yoga and Ayurveda.

DAYS 12, 13 Rishikesh A leisure.

DAY 14 Rishikesh, Delhi Journey back by train to Delhi for an overnight stay at the Royal Plaza Hotel.

DAY 15 Delhi, London Flight back to London at midday, arriving on the same evening.

DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15 Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

20-Feb-14

Thu

£1595

£315

13-Mar-14

Thu

£1575

£315

21-Oct-14

Tue

£1665

£335

Diwali on 23-10-14. Dinner in Amritsar 13-Nov-14

Thu

£1595

£335

26-Feb-15

Thu

£1695

£355

12-Mar-15

Thu

£1695

£355

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £600 Business class supplement from £1345 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS Ananda in the Himalayas - 5 days

£845

Shimla Walk to Annandale

£25

£495

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GOLDEN TRIANGLE AND KERALA BACKWATERS

Golden Triangle and Kerala Backwaters London – Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Cochin – Periyar – Riceboat – Kovalam – London

INDIA

DAY 1 London, Delhi Depart London in the evening on a direct, overnight flight to Delhi via Dubai.

INDIA Delhi Cochin Jaipur

Agra

Riceboat

Periyar

Kovalam

DAY 2 Delhi Greeted on arrival in Delhi and transferred to the Royal Plaza hotel for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure, with a welcome dinner at a local restaurant in the evening.

DAY 3 Delhi Explore Delhi on a full day sightseeing tour. Start with a tour of Old Delhi in the morning: enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride in the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk followed by a visit to see the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and the Raj Ghat, a memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi, a prominent figure in India’s struggle for freedom. In the afternoon, drive past Lutyen’s New Delhi. Visit the tomb of Humayun and the lofty Qutb Minar, an early Mughal structure made of red sandstone and white marble.

Optional excursions: Salaam Baalak Walk, Sufi Music Evening DAY 4 Delhi, Agra Drive to Agra (4-5 hours) for an overnight stay in the Wyndham hotel. In the afternoon,visit the impressive Agra Fort whose buildings, made of red sandstone and marble, are a mix of Hindu and Islamic architecture followed by a visit to the ornate tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula. Enjoy a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset to marvel at one of the world’s great monuments in a glow of pink and yellow hues.

INDIA

DAY 5 Agra, Jaipur A full day’s drive to Jaipur (6-7 hours) with an en route stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar that was abandoned after just 14 years. Closer to Jaipur, stop to see the impressive 9th Century Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri. Stay at the Ramgarh Lodge, on the outskirts of the city, for three nights.

Golden Triangle and Kerala Backwaters

This tour offers some of the most iconic of India’s cultural, historical and natural treasures. Start in Delhi to tour the ever popular Golden Triangle comprising the historic city of Delhi, Agra’s Taj Mahal and Red Fort and the Pink City of Jaipur, with its stately forts, palaces and colourful bazaars. Flying to Cochin via Mumbai, you start your Kerala experience with a tour of historic Fort Kochi followed by a drive up to Periyar National Park for a leisurely cruise on Lake Periyar. After an overnight stay under the stars in your rice boat, the tour finishes with a couple of days on the inviting golden sand beach at Kovalam.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Indirect flights on Emirates or Jet Airways or similar

DAY 6 Jaipur Visit the 17th century hilltop fort of Amber and the sparkling Mirror Palace. In the afternoon visit the City Palace complex including, its museum and the 18th century Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory. Drive through the busy bazaars for a photo stop at the recently restored Hawa Mahal, one of the most famous buildings in Jaipur.

Optional excursions: Elephant ride at Amber Fort DAY 7 Jaipur Day at leisure.

DAY 8 Jaipur, Mumbai, Cochin Take an early morning flight to Mumbai for an onward connection to Cochin. Greeted on arrival in Cochin and transferred to the Casino Hotel on Willingdon Island. In the afternoon, visit the Dutch Palace, with its murals of the Ramayana, and the Jewish Synagogue (time permitting). In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise on the harbour, a signature Kerala experience, for views of the landmark Chinese fishing nets, which provide a spectacular photo opportunity at dusk.

DAYS 15, 16, 17 Kovalam Stay for an additional three nights at the Travancore Heritage Hotel.

DAY 18 Kovalam, Trivandrum, London Travel back to London today from nearby Trivandrum on Emirates via Dubai.

DAY 10 Cochin, Periyar Drive along meandering roads through lush, green countryside ascending into the ‘Western Ghats’ at Periyar (5 hours). Stay at the Cardamom County resort for two nights. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 11 Periyar Visit a spice plantation today which offers an interesting insight into how various spices such as cardamom, cloves and cinnamon are grown, cultivated and processed. In the afternoon, take a boat trip on Lake Periyar which offers the chance to see a variety of birds and wild elephants.

DAY 12 Periyar, Riceboat Drive back down through the hills and plantations towards the backwaters to board a rice boat for an overnight cruise through Lake Vembanad and the backwaters. This is a region that not only shelters some unique animal and bird life, but also lush paddy fields which are referred to as the ‘Rice Bowl of Kerala’. This is one of the few places in the world where farming is done below sea level.

DAY 13 Riceboat, Kovalam Drive to the southern coastal town and the inviting beaches at Kovalam. Stay at the local styled Travancore Heritage Hotel for two nights.

DAY 14 Kovalam Day at leisure to relax on the beach or at the resort.

DAY 15 Kovalam, London Travel back to London today from nearby Trivandrum on Emirates via Dubai.

Internal travel: A combination of road and air.

Road travel by air-conditioned coach.

DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15 Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

16-Jan-14

Thu

£1775

£415

06-Feb-14

Thu

£1898

£415

20-Feb-14

Thu

£1898

£415

12-Mar-14

Wed

£1898

£415

20-Mar-14

Thu

£1898

£415

13-Apr-14

Sun

£1895

£295

20-Nov-14

Thu

£1965

£435

04-Dec-14

Thu

£1965

£435

15-Jan-15

Thu

£1995

£465

05-Feb-15

Thu

£1995

£465

26-Feb-15

Thu

£1995

£465

12-Mar-15

Thu

£1995

£465

29-Mar-15

Sun

£1995

£465

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £525

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout

Business class supplement from £1595 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

Meal plan: Bed and Breakfast Welcome dinner day 2, Full board on Rice Boat

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KOVALAM – 4 Days

DAY 9 Cochin Visit the Kumbalangi village, in the morning, where you will have the chance to interact with fisherman as they demonstrate local techniques used to harvest prawns, crabs, oysters and small fish. In the evening attend a Kathakali performance, a traditional dance drama in which the dancers wear elaborate costumes and make up.

Flying time: 11 hours to Delhi including transit time in Dubai

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Kovalam - 4 days

£209

Salaam Baalak Walk, Delhi

£18

Sufi Music , Delhi

£30

Hot Air Ballooning, Jaipur

£121

Cooking class, Jaipur

£68

Kalaripayattu Martial Arts Show, Periyar

£6

Elephant ride at Amber Fort

£15

£109

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ESSENCE OF KERALA

Essence of Kerala INDIA

Cochin Riceboat

Periyar

Kovalam

London – Cochin – Periyar – Riceboat – Kovalam – London DAY 1 London, Cochin Fly from London to Cochin with Emirates via Dubai.

INDIA

Essence of Kerala

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At the southern tip of India lies the oblong state of Kerala, aptly referred to as God’s Own Country for its miles of golden sandy beaches dotted with coastal villages, verdant landscapes of the Western Ghats, fragrant spice, tea and coffee plantations and its own vibrant culture. Our Essence of Kerala tour commences with sightseeing in the historic Fort Kochi and Jew Town to see influences left by the Chinese, English, Dutch and Portuguese settlers. Enjoy sweeping views whilst journeying through the beautiful countryside towards Periyar National Park. Visit a spice plantation and enjoy an afternoon cruise in Lake Periyar.

Travel onward to the myriad of complex waterways that make up the backwaters of Kerala for an overnight stay on a traditional rice boat. A couple of days on the beach at Kovalam beckon, where the golden sands invite you to relax and swim before returning home.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Indirect flights on Emirates or Jet Airways or similar Flying time: 14 hours to Cochin including transit time in Dubai Internal travel: Air-conditioned coach.

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout Meal plan: Bed and Breakfast Full Board on Rice Boat

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DAY 2 Cochin Greeted on arrival in Cochin and escorted to the Casino Hotel on Willingdon Island. Spend the afternoon taking in the sights of historic Fort Cochin. Explore the colonial streets and St Francis, the oldest church in India. Visit the Dutch Palace, with its murals of the Ramayana and the Jewish Synagogue (time permitting). In the evening take a sunset cruise on the harbour, a signature Kerala experience, for views of the landmark Chinese fishing nets, which provide a spectacular photo opportunity at dusk.

DAY 3 Cochin Visit the Kumbalangi village, in the morning, where you will have the chance to interact with fisherman as they demonstrate local techniques used to harvest prawns, crabs, oysters and small fish.

In the evening attend a Kathakali performance, a traditional dance drama in which the dancers wear elaborate costumes and make up.

DAY 4 Cochin, Periyar Drive along meandering roads through lush, green countryside ascending into the Western Ghats at Periyar. Stay at the Cardamom County resort for two nights. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 5 Periyar Visit a spice plantation which offers an interesting insight into how various spices such as cardamom, cloves and cinnamon are grown, cultivated and processed. In the afternoon, take a boat

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trip on Lake Periyar which offers the chance to see a variety of birds and wild elephants.

DAY 6 Periyar, Riceboat Drive back down through the hills and plantations towards the backwaters to board a rice boat for an overnight cruise through Lake Vembanad and the backwaters. This is a region that not only shelters some unique animal and bird life, but also lush paddy fields which are referred to as the ‘Rice Bowl of Kerala’ This is one of the few places in the world where farming is done below sea level.

DAY 7 Backwaters, Kovalam Drive to the southern coastal town and the inviting beaches at Kovalam. Stay at the local styled Travancore Heritage Hotel for two nights.

DAY 8 Kovalam Day at leisure to relax on the beach or at the resort.

DAY 9 Kovalam, London Travel back to London today from nearby Trivandrum on Emirates via Dubai.

EXTENSIONS KOVALAM – 4 Days DAYS 9, 10, 11 Kovalam Stay for an additional three nights at the Travancore Heritage Hotel.

DAY 12 Kovalam, Trivandrum, London Travel back to the UK today from nearby Trivandrum on Emirates via Dubai.

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DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15 Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

15-Jan-14

Wed

£1195

£269

22-Jan-14

Wed

£1195

£269

12-Feb-14

Wed

£1195

£269

26-Feb-14

Wed

£1295

£269

18-Mar-14

Tue

£1345

£269

26-Mar-14

Wed

£1295

£269

16-Apr-14

Wed

£1225

£185

08-Oct-14

Wed

£1395

£289

26-Nov-14

Wed

£1345

£289

10-Dec-14

Wed

£1485

£289

14-Jan-15

Wed

£1295

£289

21-Jan-15

Wed

£1295

£289

11-Feb-15

Wed

£1295

£289

04-Mar-15

Wed

£1395

£289

18-Mar-15

Wed

£1445

£289

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £525 Business class supplement from £1595 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS Kovalam - 4 days

£209

Kalaripayattu Martial Arts Show, Periyar

£6

£109

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SOUTHERN EXPLORER

Southern Explorer INDIA Mahabalipuram Pondicherry

Tanjore Cochin Riceboat

Madurai

Periyar Kumarakom

London – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry – Tanjore – Madurai – Periyar – Kumarakom – Riceboat – Cochin – London DAY 1 London, Chennai Fly from London to Chennai on Emirates via Dubai.

DAY 2 Chennai, Mahabalipuram Greeted on arrival in Chennai and transfer to the Ideal Beach Resort at Mahabalipuram for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax on the beach. A welcome dinner is arranged at a local restaurant.

DAY 3 Mahabalipuram Morning sightseeing of Mahabalipuram includes a visit to the ancient Shore Temple and the impressive rock carvings and reliefs from the mythological Indian epic known as the Mahabharata. The afternoon is at leisure with the option of a city tour of Chennai, which can be arranged at a supplement.

DAY 4 Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry Drive South on the pretty East Coast Highway to the former French colony of Pondicherry (3 hours).

Explore the colonial buildings, statues and churches on foot. Spend the night at the Windflower Resort on the outskirts of the city.

DAY 5 Pondicherry, Tanjore A day’s drive inland to Tanjore (6 hours), via Darasuram, home of the UNESCO World Heritage Airavetisvara Temple. In Tanjore, visit the Brihadeeshwara Temple complex: its 62m high tower is the tallest of its kind in India. Stay at the Ideal River View resort, set in pretty gardens, for two nights.

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Southern Explorer

Covering some of the finest sights of the southern-most states of India, our Southern Explorer tour commences with the atmospheric temple towns of Tamil Nadu. In seafront Mahabalipuram, see the stunning bas relief and the ancient Shore Temple. After an overnight stop in the uniquely French town of Pondicherry, drive to Tanjore to see another UNESCO World Heritage site, the Brihadeeshwara temple. Continue southwest to visit the vibrant and bustling Meenakshi temple at Madurai before crossing over into the Western Ghats at Periyar in Kerala. Take a boat ride on tranquil Lake Periyar and spend a night under the stars, in a rice boat, on the picturesque backwaters. Colonial Fort Kochi is the final stop before heading home.

International flights: Indirect flights on Emirates or Jet Airways or similar Flying time: 13 hours to Chennai, including transit time in Dubai Internal travel: Road travel by air-conditioned coach.

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout Meal plan: Bed and Breakfast Welcome dinner day 2 Rice boat on full board

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DAY 13 Cochin Spend the morning taking in the sights of historic Fort Cochin. Explore the colonial streets, the Dutch Palace, with its murals of the Ramayana, the Jewish Synagogue and St Francis, the oldest church in India. In the evening, attend a Kathakali performance, a traditional dance drama in which the dancers wear elaborate costumes and make up.

DAY 14 Cochin, Dubai, London Travel back to London today on Emirates via Dubai

EXTENSIONS KOVALAM – 4 Days DAY 14 Cochin, Kovalam Take a day time train journey south towards Kovalam. Spend three nights at the Travancore Heritage Hotel.

DAYS 15, 16 Kovalam At leisure.

DAY 6 Tanjore Day at leisure

DAY 17 Kovalam, Trivandrum, London Travel back to London from nearby Trivandrum via Dubai, arriving in London the same day.

Optional excursions: Srirangam temple, Trichy, Chettinad

OOTY & MYSORE – 6 Days

DAY 7 Tanjore, Madurai Drive to the town of Madurai (4-5 hours), to visit the stunning Meenakshi Temple complex with its vast colourfully carved gopuram (towers) and bustling bazaars. Stay overnight at the GRT Regency hotel.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people

DAY 12 Cochin Depart after breakfast for Cochin (2 hours). Checkin to the Casino Hotel on Willingdon Island. In the evening, take a sunset cruise on the harbour, a signature Kochi experience for views of the Marine Drive and the landmark Chinese fishing nets.

DAY 8 Madurai, Periyar In the morning, take a leisurely drive, across state borders, into ‘God’s Own Country’, Kerala. Arrive in the village of Kumily (4-5 hours), a base to visit Periyar National Park, by early afternoon, for two nights’ at the Cardamom County resort.

DAY 9 Periyar Visit a spice plantation today; this offers an interesting insight into how various spices such as cardamom, cloves and cinnamon are grown, cultivated and processed. In the afternoon, take a boat trip on Lake Periyar, which offers the chance to see a variety of birds and wild elephants.

DAY 10 Periyar, Kumarakom Descending from the Western Ghats, we drive to Kumarakom (4 hours), a sleepy village on the shores of Lake Vembanad, for an overnight stay at the Backwater Ripples resort.The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 11 Kumarakom, Rice Boat Late morning, board a rice boat for an overnight cruise on Lake Vembanad and the backwaters:- a region that, not only shelters some unique animal and bird life, but also lush paddy fields which are referred to as the ‘Rice Bowl of Kerala’. This is one of the few places in the world where farming is done below sea level.

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DAY 14 Cochin, Hillgrove A long drive (6-7 hours) from the coast, through paddy fields and up to Hillgrove for a two nights’ stay at the Kurumba Village Resort

DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15 Day

per person

Single room supplement

16-Jan-14

Thu

£1798

£445

06-Feb-14

Thu

£1798

£445

20-Feb-14

Thu

£1798

£445

06-Mar-14

Thu

£1798

£445

DAY 16 Hillgrove, Mysore In the morning, take the Nilgiri Mountain railway to Ooty, through scenic villages and beautiful mountain landscapes. Journey onward, by car, to Mysore (4-5 hours) and spend two nights at the Windflower Hotel.

10-Apr-14

Thu

£1845

£395

16-Oct-14

Thu

£1865

£485

19-Nov-14

Wed

£1865

£485

04-Dec-14

Thu

£1865

£485

15-Jan-15

Thu

£1925

£495

12-Feb-15

Thu

£1925

£495

DAY 17 Mysore A full day of sightseeing in Mysore commences with a visit to Srirangapatnam to see Tipu Sultan’s Palace.

Drive up into the Chamundi hills for stunning views of the surrounding area and a visit to the monolithic Nandi Bull. Spend time at the grand Mysore Palace and visit the colourful Devaraja market.

19-Feb-15

Thu

£1925

£495

12-Mar-15

Thu

£1945

£495

26-Mar-15

Thu

£1865

£445

DAY 15 Hillgrove A day to relax in your pretty surroundings.

DAY 18 Mysore, Bangalore A morning drive (4-5 hours) to Bangalore: a city that is popularly known as the IT hub of India. The afternoon is at leisure. Stay at the Fortune hotel for one night.

DAY 19 Bangalore, London Travel back to London via Dubai, arriving in London the same day.

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Departure

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £525 Business class supplement from £1595 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS Kovalam - 4 days

£209

£109

Ooty and Mysore - 6 days

£480

£195

Chennai city sightseeing

£28

Day trip to Chettinad

£32

Trichy sightseeing

£38

Birdwatching tour, Kumarakom

£25

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KERALA ADVENTURE

Kerala Adventure INDIA

Munnar Cochin Periyar Riceboat Varkala

INDIA

London – Cochin – Munnar – Periyar – Riceboat – Varkala – London

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Kerala Adventure

Start in historic Fort Cochin for our Kerala Adventure tour, which showcases the very best this state has to offer: from pristine views of the Western Ghats to the idyllic backwaters and the golden sandy beaches of Varkala. Visit the Thattekad Sanctuary, known to be one of the richest bird sanctuaries in Asia, and enjoy three days of walking and trekking in the hills beyond Munnar, a popular tea growing area in South India. Explore a spice plantation and enjoy a full day of rafting and walking inside Periyar National Park. Spend an unforgettable night under the stars in your rice boat on the expansive Vembanad Lake after a cruise on the picturesque backwaters. End in the beach resort of Varkala where you have two days to relax before travelling back home.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-12 people International flights: In-direct flights on Emirates or Jet Airways or similar Flying time: 14 hours to Cochin, including transit time in Dubai Internal travel: Air-conditioned coach.

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout Meal plan: Bed and Breakfast Full Board on Rice Boat

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DAY 1 London, Cochin Fly from London to Cochin with Emirates via Dubai.

factory which is reputed to be amongst the highest in the world that produces tea using orthodox processes from the times of the British Raj.

DAY 2 Cochin Greeted on arrival in Cochin and escorted to the Casino Hotel on Willingdon Island. Take sunset cruise in the harbour, a signature Kerala experience for views of the Marine Drive as well as the landmark Chinese fishing nets, which provide a spectacular photo opportunity at dusk.

DAY 7 Munnar A full day moderate trek to Meeshapulimala, one of the highest peaks in southern India, with picnic lunch.

DAY 3 Cochin Tour historic Fort Cochin in a three wheeled auto rickshaw in the morning. Explore the colonial streets and take in the Dutch Palace with its murals of the Ramayana and St Francis, the oldest church in India.

Visit the Kumbalangi village, in the afternoon, where you will have the change to interact with fisherman as they demonstrate local techniques used to harvest prawns, crabs, oysters and small fish.

DAY 4 Cochin Drive to Thattekad visiting the Elephant stables at Kodanad en route. Check-in to the Hornbill Camp for an overnight stay. The afternoon is at leisure with opportunities to go on a birding walk or take a kayak trip across the river.

DAY 5 Cochin, Munnar Drive to Munnar (4 - 5 hours) for an overnight stay at the Anaerangal Campsite, overlooking a picturesque lake. The remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy the surroundings or take one of the many walks available in the area.

DAY 6 Munnar Accompanied by a naturalist and guide, start your morning trek through tea estates and villages, arriving for a two night stay at the guest house of the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate. Visit the tea

DAY 8 Munnar, Periyar Take the scenic road through the Western Ghats towards Periyar National Park. Stay at the simple Wildernest for two nights. A late afternoon tour of a spice garden offers an interesting insight into how cardamom, cloves, cinnamon and other spices are grown, cultivated and processed.

DAY 9 Periyar Explore some of the richest forest tracks of Periyar National Park on a full day of hiking and bamboo rafting inside the park.

DAY 10 Periyar, Riceboat Travel to the bustling canal side town of Alleppey.

Check-in to a rice boat for an overnight cruise on the picturesque backwaters and Vembanad lake.

DAY 11 Varkala Drive to the southern coastal town of Varkala in the morning. Check-in to the Taj Gateway, a short walk away from the beach, for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

DAY 12 Varkala Day at leisure Sightseeing and cycling trips can be arranged locally for a supplement.

DAY 13 Varkala, London Travel back to the UK today from nearby Trivandrum on Emirates via Dubai

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DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15 Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

16-Jan-14

Thu

£1525

£365

23-Jan-14

Thu

£1525

£365

13-Feb-14

Thu

£1525

£365

27-Feb-14

Thu

£1645

£365

20-Mar-14

Thu

£1565

£365

27-Mar-14

Thu

£1665

£325

17-Apr-14

Thu

£1765

£325

23-Oct-14

Thu

£1765

£395

27-Nov-14

Thu

£1765

£395

11-Dec-14

Thu

£1895

£395

15-Jan-15

Thu

£1665

£399

22-Jan-15

Thu

£1685

£399

12-Feb-15

Thu

£1685

£399

05-Mar-15

Thu

£1785

£399

26-Mar-15

Thu

£1785

£365

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £525 Business class supplement from £1595 per person return

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GROUP TOURS | NEPAL

NEPAL EXPERIENCE

Nepal Experience

NEPAL

London – Kathmandu – Pokhara – Chitwan – Kathmandu – London

Pokhara

Bandipur

Kathmandu Chitwan

DAY 1 London Depart London, on a direct, overnight flight to Delhi.

In the afternoon, drive three hours to Pokhara.

Check-in to stay at the Temple Tree Resort for two nights.

DAY 2 Delhi, Kathmandu Arrive in Delhi and take a short onward connecting flight to Kathmandu. On arrival, in the afternoon, transfer to the Kantipur Temple House for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a traditional seven-course dinner at the Bhojan Griha.

DAY 6 Pokhara The day is at leisure.

For those keen to do a bit of walking and trekking on their own, there are several short trekking routes in this area which offer stunning views of the Himalaya.

DAY 3 Kathmandu A full day sightseeing in this vibrant city includes the renowned Durbar Square and an excursion to the ancient and beautifully crafted Newari city of Bhaktapur.

Optional excursions: Mountain flight over Mount Everest DAY 4 Kathmandu, Bandipur An early start for a four-hour, winding drive to the breathtaking mountain village of Bandipur. Stay overnight at the Old Bandipur Inn. Spend the afternoon at leisure.

NEPAL

DAY 5 Bandipur, Pokhara Explore the streets of this delightful village, known for its medieval, rustic charm and take a cable car ride to see the local temple which is perched on a hill. Mountain views from this vantage point are tremendous.

Nepal Experience

Experience the highlights of Nepal on this ten day tour, starting with stunning palaces and the Buddhist pagodas and stupas of the Kathmandu Valley. Take the winding mountain roads to the quaint village of Bandipur for an overnight stay in the picturesque countryside. Drive on to Pokhara, in the lap of the Annapurna mountain range, for majestic views and lakeside walks for a couple of nights, with an opportunity to take a once in a lifetime flight past the world’s highest peak, Mt Everest. A long drive to safari in the jungles and tall grasslands of Chitwan National Park, home to the one-horned rhinoceros, sloth bear, deer, tiger and over 400 species of birds.

DAY 7 Pokhara, Chitwan A long drive (5-6 hours) through the countryside towards Chitwan National Park.

Check-in to stay at the Park Side hotel for two nights.

DAY 8 Chitwan A full day of jungle activities including an elephant safari, canoe ride and nature walk. Also visit the local Tharu villages and a co-operative that uses elephant dung to make paper.

DAY 9 Chitwan, Kathmandu In the morning, there is the option of a cycle ride around Sauraha or another safari in the park. Take an early afternoon flight to Kathmandu for an overnight stay at the Kantipur Temple House. Visit the impressive Buddhist stupa, Swayambhunath, to wind off the evening.

DAY 10 Kathmandu, London Board a flight to Delhi in the morning with an onward, lunchtime connection to London.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Air India or similar

DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15

Flying time: 12 hours 40 minutes, via Delhi Internal travel: A combination of road and air Road travel by air-conditioned coach Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast All meals in Bandipur, Chitwan & day 9 Lunch on days 3, 5 Welcome dinner on days 2

Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

12-Mar-14

Wed

£2045

£95

16-Apr-14

Wed

£2045

£95

17-Sep-14

Wed

£2095

£95

15-Oct-14

Wed

£2095

£95

12-Nov-14

Wed

£2095

£95

13-Mar-15

Fri

£2195

£105

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights to Delhi: £450 Business class supplement from £1595 per person

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS Everest flight, Kathmandu

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£175

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GROUP TOURS | NEPAL

NEPAL ADVENTURE

Nepal Adventure

NEPAL

London – Kathmandu – Bhaktapur – Hattibang – Upardangadi – Chitwan – Pokhara – Kathmandu – London

Pokhara

DAY 1 London Depart London on a direct overnight flight to Delhi.

Hattibang

Kathmandu (Bhaktapur) Chitwan

DAY 2 Delhi, Bhaktapur Arrive in Delhi in the morning and take a short connecting flight to Kathmandu. On arrival, this afternoon, transfer to Bhaktapur for your two nights’ stay at the simple Bhadgaon Guest House. A traditional Nepali dinner is arranged in the evening.

DAY 3 Bhaktapur Rise early this morning for a walking tour of this medieval town. Later, drive into Kathmandu for a sightseeing tour of this vibrant city, including the impressive Buddhist Stupa of Swayambhunath and Durbar Square.

DAY 4 Bhaktapur, Hattibang Early morning, drive to the head of a trail at Hugdi to start your trek up to Hattibang at 1400 metres.

This moderate to strenuous trek takes you through small mountainside villages and, as you ascend, the awesome scenery of the Trishuli River lays behind you. Stay overnight in the Magar houses at Hattibang.

NEPAL

DAY 5 Hattibang, Upardangadi Walk uphill for about two hours to reach Sirauchuli, the highest point in the Chitwan district at 1,945m.

Walk down to visit the Chepang village of Jyanjala for a short rest and then begin a four hour trek along the undulating trail to Upardangadi. In the early evening, walk up to the Upardang fortress in time for sunset before walking back to your overnight home stays in this Gurung village. Enjoy local cultural entertainment in the evening.

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Nepal Adventure

Our Nepal Adventure tour takes you on an exploratory trek through mountain villages well off the beaten track where you will have the opportunity to visit the Magar, Gurung and Chepang ethnic groups and their villages. Safari in the jungles and tall grasslands of Chitwan on elephant back, home to the onehorned rhinoceros, sloth bear, deer, tiger and over 400 species of birds. View the breathtaking Himalayan panorama from Pokhara, with the opportunity to take short treks before returning to Kathmandu where you will have a full day to see the main sights of this capital city.

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DAY 6 Upardangadi, Chitwan Trek downhill in the morning and then along the river-bed to Shaktikhorto be picked up for the drive to Chitwan National Park. Check-in for a two night stay at the Sapana Lodge. Late afternoon, take a nature walk.

DAY 7 Chitwan A full day of jungle activities today including an elephant safari, canoe ride and nature walk. Also visit the local Tharu villages and a co-operative that uses elephant dung to make paper.

DAY 8 Chitwan, Pokhara Morning is at leisure. In the afternoon, drive 5-6 hours to Pokhara arriving just in time for brilliant views of the Annapurna mountain range at sunset.

Check-in to stay at the Temple Tree Resort for two nights

EXTENSIONS KATHMANDU – 3 Days DAY 11 Kathmandu Stay at the Malla hotel for an additional two nights.

Day is at leisure.

DAY 12 Kathmandu Day is at leisure.

Optional excursion: Mountain flight over Mount Everest DAY 13 Kathmandu, London Board a flight to Delhi in the morning with an onward, lunchtime connection to London Heathrow.

DAY 9 Pokhara The day is at leisure.

For those keen to do a bit of walking and trekking on their own, there are several short trekking routes in this area which offer stunning views of the Himalaya.

DAY 10 Pokhara, Kathmandu Take a morning flight to Kathmandu and, on arrival transfer, to the Malla hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the atmospheric Thamel quarter, a short walk from the hotel.

DAY 11 Kathmandu, London Board a flight to Delhi in the morning with an onward, lunchtime connection to London.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Air India or similar

DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15

Flying time: 12 hours 40 minutes, via Delhi Internal travel: A combination of road and air Road travel by air-conditioned coach Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout

Day

per person

Single room supplement

20-Mar-14

Thu

£2025

£135

17-Apr-14

Thu

£2065

£135

25-Sep-14

Thu

£2065

£135

23-Oct-14

Thu

£2065

£135

06-Nov-14

Thu

£2065

£135

26-Mar-15

Thu

£2175

£145

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS

Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 3 to 8 Dinner on day 2 & days 4 to 7

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Departure

Reduction for self arranged international flights to Delhi: £450 Business class supplements from £1595 per person

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

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Kathmandu - 3 days

£120

Everest flight, Kathmandu

£175

£65

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GROUP TOURS | NEPAL

IMAGES OF INDIA & NEPAL

Images of India & Nepal

NEPAL INDIA

Delhi

Pokhara

Kathmandu Jaipur

Agra

Chitwan

London – Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Kathmandu – Chitwan – Pokhara – Kathmandu - London DAY 1 London Depart London in the evening on a direct, overnight flight to Delhi.

DAY 2 Delhi Greeted on arrival in Delhi and transferred to the Royal Plaza hotel for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure, with a welcome dinner at a local restaurant in the evening.

INDIA & NEPAL

Optional excursion: Salaam Balaak walk, Sufi music evening

Images of India & Nepal

Images of India and Nepal is a taster tour that showcases some of the best sights in these neighbouring countries. Start in India with the impressive Golden Triangle circuit comprising the stately cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. See Lutyen’s New Delhi and experience the hustle and bustle of the Old City. In Agra, admire one of the most iconic and beautiful buildings in the world, the Taj Mahal, and the equally interesting Agra Fort. Next the pink city of Jaipur awaits and invites you to visit its historic forts, sprawling palaces and colourful bazaars.

Journey onward to Nepal by air. See stunning palaces, the Buddhist pagodas and stupas of the Kathmandu Valley and safari on elephant back in the jungles and tall grasslands of Chitwan. View the breathtaking Himalayan panorama from Pokhara. There is an opportunity to take a once in a life-time flight past the World’s highest peak, Mt Everest.

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DAY 3 Delhi Explore Delhi on a full day sightseeing tour. Start with a tour of Old Delhi in the morning: enjoying a cycle rickshaw ride in the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk followed by a visit to see the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and the Raj Ghat, a memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi, a prominent figure in India’s struggle for freedom. In the afternoon, drive past Lutyen’s New Delhi. Visit the tomb of Humayun and the lofty Qutb Minar, an early Mughal structure made of red sandstone and white marble.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Air India or similar Flying time: 8 hours 20 minutes to Delhi 12 hours 40 minutes from Kathmandu, via Delhi Internal travel: A combination of road and air Road travel by air-conditioned coach Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guides throughout in India and Nepal Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 9, 10, 11, 12 Dinners on days 2, 8, 10, 11, 14

DAY 4 Delhi, Agra Drive to Agra (4-5 hours) for an overnight stay in the Wyndham hotel. In the afternoon, visit the impressive Agra Fort whose buildings, made of red sandstone and marble, are a mix of Hindu and Islamic architecture followed by a visit to the ornate tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula. Enjoy a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset to marvel at one of the world’s great monuments in a glow of pink and yellow hues.

DAY 5 Agra, Jaipur A full day’s drive to Jaipur (6-7 hours) with an en-route stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar that was abandoned after just 14 years. Closer to Jaipur, stop to see the impressive 9th Century Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri. Stay at the Ramgarh Lodge, on the outskirts of the city, for three nights.

DAY 6 Jaipur Visit the 17th century hilltop fort of Amber and the sparkling Mirror Palace.

Optional excursion: Elephat ride at Amber Fort In the afternoon visit the City Palace complex including, its museum and the 18th century Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory. Drive through the busy bazaars for a photo stop at the recently restored Hawa Mahal, one of the most famous buildings in Jaipur.

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DAY 7 Jaipur Day at leisure Optional excursions: Hot air balloon ride, Cooking class DAY 8 Jaipur, Kathmandu Take a set of flights on Air India or similar, to Kathmandu via Delhi. On arrival, in the afternoon transfer to the Malla hotel, which is close to atmospheric Thamel, for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Dinner at a local restaurant arranged in the evening.

DAY 9 Kathmandu A full day’s sightseeing of this vibrant city includes the impressive Buddhist Stupa of Swayambhunath and the renowned Durbar Square. Round off the day with an excursion to the ancient and beautifully crafted Newari city of Bhaktapur.

DAY 10 Kathmandu, Chitwan Take a short flight to Bharatpur and then transfer to Chitwan National Park. Stay at the Sapana Lodge for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Optional excursions: Everest flight DAY 11 Chitwan A full day of jungle activities including an elephant safari, canoe ride and nature walk.

DAY 12 Chitwan, Pokhara Drive to the valley of Pokhara, which cradles the tranquil Phewa Lake and is shadowed by the towering Annapurna Range. Stay at Temple Tree Resort for two nights.

DAY 13 Pokhara The day is at leisure.

For those keen to do a bit of walking and trekking on their own, there are several short trekking routes in this area that offer stunning views of the Himalaya.

DAY 14 Pokhara, Kathmandu Take a mid morning flight back to Kathmandu for an overnight stay at the Malla hotel. If time permits, in the afternoon, visit the religious sites of Pashupatinath and Boudhnath.

Farewell dinner arranged in the evening.

DAY 15 Kathmandu, London Fly back to Delhi in the morning, with an onward, lunchtime connection to London.

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DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15 Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

06-Mar-14

Thu

£2425

£465

10-Apr-14

Thu

£2385

£412

16-Oct-14

Thu

£2465

£479

13-Nov-14

Thu

£2465

£479

05-Mar-15

Thu

£2635

£528

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights to Delhi: £450 Business class supplements from £1595 per person

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS Salaam Baalak Walk, Delhi

£18

Sufi Music , Delhi

£30

Hot Air Ballooning, Jaipur

£121

Cooking class , Jaipur

£65

Everest flight, Kathmandu

£175

Elephat ride at Amber Fort

£15

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GROUP TOURS | BHUTAN

ESSENTIAL BHUTAN BHUTAN

Essential Bhutan

Punakha

Paro Thimpu

Gangtey

London – Kathmandu – Thimpu – Gangtey – Punakha – Paro – Kathmandu – London DAY 1 London Depart London in the evening on a direct, overnight flight to Delhi.

DAY 2 Delhi, Kathmandu Late morning, arrive in Delhi and take a short onward connecting flight to Kathmandu. On arrival, in the afternoon, transfer to the Malla hotel for an overnight stay. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the bustling Thamel quarter on your own.

DAY 3 Kathmandu, Thimphu Take a short flight into Bhutan, landing in Paro.

Greeted on arrival and driven to Thimphu, the capital city, for your two nights’ stay at the simple Kisa Hotel.

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Essential Bhutan

Perhaps the last bastion of Mahayana Buddhism in the Himalaya, Bhutan meticulously retains its age-old traditions and unspoilt culture. Colourful festivals that include mask dances liven up the Spartan life in its numerous monasteries.

Majestic fortresses, called Dzongs, dominate the landscape in several towns.

In clear weather, Druk Air’s flight to Bhutan provides a wonderful view of Himalayan scenery culminating in an exciting descent past forested hills into the valley of Paro. This short tour discovers the magic and mystery of Bhutan, covering the rich sights of Paro and Thimphu and takes in a visit to the amazing fortified monastic dzongs of Punakha. We have also included the beautiful valley of Gangtey, famous for the migrant black-necked crane and is an excellent base for walks.

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International flights: Air India or similar Flying time: 12 hours 40 minutes to Kathmandu, via Delhi 55 minutes from Kathmandu to Paro Internal travel: A combination of road and air Road travel by air-conditioned coach Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast in Kathmandu Full Board in Bhutan

DARJEELING – 5 Days DAY 10 Paro, Bagdogra, Darjeeling Fly to Bagdogra in the morning. Transfer to Darjeeling (2-3 hours) where you stay the New Elgin hotel, for three nights.

DAY 11 Darjeeling On a half day sightseeing tour, visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, the Himalayan Zoological Gardens and the Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre.

Later enjoy a walk down the busy Mall Road to Chowrasta. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 4 Thimphu A full day is spent visiting the sights of Thimphu.

This includes an impressive Dzong, a fortified monastic building found in nearly all of Bhutan’s main settlements as well as the King’s Memorial, the Painting School, Simply Bhutan Museum, Textile Museum, Buddha Point and a Local Craft Bazaar.

DAY 12 Darjeeling Day at leisure

DAY 5 Thimphu, Gangtey Begin the journey eastward with a morning’s drive up to the Dochu-la pass (3,088 metres). Continue on to Gangtey and the valley of Phobjika. Two nights are spent at the simple Dewachen Resort.

DAY 14 Delhi, London Fly back to London at midday arriving the same evening.

DAY 6 Gangtey The valley is considered sacred to the Bhutanese as it is the winter residence of a small but significant Black Necked Crane population that migrate over the Himalaya from Tibet. Visit the Black Necked Crane centre to learn more about these birds and the significant place they hold in local folk lore.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people

EXTENSIONS

DAY 7 Gangtey, Punakha Drive to Punakha in the morning for one night at the Damchen Resort. Visit the beautiful Punakha Dzong this afternoon, considered to be one of the finest examples of Dzong architecture in Bhutan.

Later take a short excursion to Chimi Lhakhang also known as ‘Fertility Temple’.

DAY 8 Punakha, Paro Drive in the morning to Paro (4-5 hours). En route visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the country, which now houses the School for Buddhist studies. Stay at Gangtey Palace hotel for two nights.

Afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 9 Paro A full day’s sightseeing including visits to the Ta Dzong, which houses the National Museum, the Rinpung Dzong and an arduous walk up to the famous Taktsang (‘Tiger’s Nest’) monastery, which rests precariously on a rocky hillside overlooking a wide forested valley.

DAY 13 Darjeeling, Bagdogra, Delhi Travel to Bagdogra airport this morning for a lunch time flight to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to stay at the Park Royal hotel for one night.

NEPAL – 6 Days DAY 10 Paro, Kathmandu Fly back to Kathmandu. On arrival, check-in to stay at the Malla hotel for two nights. Later visit the vibrant Durbar Square.

DAY 11 Kathmandu A full day’s sightseeing includes the Buddhist Stupa of Swayambhunath and the Newari city of Bhaktapur.

Optional excursion: Everest flight: For those keen on viewing Mount Everest you have the option of taking a 45 minute round trip flight in a 14-seater Beechcraft. It is best booked locally since it is dependent on weather conditions.

DAY 12 Kathmandu, Pokhara Take a short flight to Pokhara. Check-in to stay at the Temple Tree Resort for two nights. Afternoon at leisure to take a stroll around the lake for brilliant views of the Annapurna mountain range.

DAY 13 Pokhara The day is at leisure.

For those keen to do a bit of walking and trekking, there are several short trekking routes in this area which offer stunning views of the Himalaya.

DAY 10 Paro, Kathmandu Fly back to Kathmandu for an overnight stay at the Malla hotel.

DAY 14 Pokhara, Kathmandu Take an early afternoon flight to Kathmandu for an overnight stay at the Malla hotel.

DAY 11 Kathmandu, London Heathrow Fly back to London Heathrow via Delhi, arriving the same evening.

DAY 15 Kathmandu, London Fly to Delhi this morning with an onward lunchtime connection to London.

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Day

per person

Single room supplement

27-Mar-14

Thu

£2525

£199

10-Apr-14

Thu

£2595

£199

11-Sep-14

Thu

£2595

£199

09-Oct-14

Thu

£2595

£199

06-Nov-14

Thu

£2595

£199

26-Mar-15

Thu

£2695

£199

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights to Delhi: £450 Business class supplement from £1595 per person

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS Darjeeling - 5 days

£425

£285

Nepal - 6 days

£645

£192

Everest flight, Kathmandu

£175

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EMERALD ISLE

Emerald Isle

Habarana

SRI LANKA

London – Colombo – Habarana – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Yala – Bentota – London DAY 1 London Fly direct from London to Colombo on Sri Lankan Airlines.

Kandy Colombo

Nuwara Eliya

Bentota Yala

DAY 2 Colombo Greeted on arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, and transferred to the Galle Face Regency hotel for the night. Enjoy an orientation tour of Colombo city this afternoon. A welcome dinner is arranged this evening.

DAY 3 Colombo, Habarana Drive to Habarana (4 hour) for a three-night stay at the Camellia Resort and Spa. Take an elephant ride in the surrounding forest this afternoon.

DAY 4 Habarana A full day’s sightseeing tour to the ancient city of Anuradhapura is arranged today. Till today it remains an important site for Buddhist pilgrims from around the world.

DAY 5 Habarana Visit the World Heritage Site of Sigriya. Accessed by a steep 600 feet hike up to the ancient natural rock fortress that dominates the surrounding landscape, it is home to the the wonderful frescoes of the Sigriya maidens. In the afternoon visit the ruins of another ancient capital of Sri Lanka, Polornnaruwa, which is home to the impressive Gal Vihara rock sculptures.

DAY 6 Habarana, Kandy Set out for Kandy today, a 5 hours drive. Stop at the impressive Dambulla Cave Temples en route. In Kandy, stay at the Thilanka Hotel, for two nights.

DAY 7 Kandy Visit the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage this morning and later take a pleasant walk through the beautiful botanical gardens at Peradeniya. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic

followed by a music and dance performance at the neighbouring Kandyan Cultural Centre.

DAY 8 Kandy, Nuwara Eliya A scenic 6 hours long scenic drive takes us to the rolling tea country of Nuwara Eliya where we stay at the St Andrews Hotel for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

DAY 9 Nuwara Eliya Enjoy an early morning excursion to the Horton Plains: a windswept saddle at 7,000 feet above sea level which has an interesting array of wildlife.

DAY 10 Nuwara Eliya, Yala National Park Take a long drive to the deep south for two nights at the Laya Safari, your base to explore Yala National Park which is best known for its impressive wild leopard population. A unique feature of this park is its proximity to the coast. Wildlife is frequently spotted on the beach, where the dense jungle meets the sea.

EXTENSIONS BENTOTA BEACH BREAK – 4 Days DAY 14 Bentota Stay an additional three nights at the Bentota Beach Hotel DAYS 15, 16 Bentota Day at leisure DAY 17 Bentota, London An early start back to the Bandaranaike International Airport for a lunch time flight to Heathrow, arriving in London the same evening.

SINHARAJA RAINFOREST – 3 Days DAY 14 Bentota, Sinharaja Drive to Deniyaya, a large reserve of virgin rainforest inside Sinharaja national park. Check-in to the Rainforest Edge eco retreat for a two night stay.

DAY 11 Yala National Park Enjoy jeep safaris in the park which is also home to elephant, deer, wild buffalo, crocodile, wild boar and several species of birds.

DAY 15 Sinharaja Spend a day inside the magnificent tropical jungle with your specialist guide to explore the endemic flora and fauna.

DAY 12 Yala National Park, Bentota A scenic 4 – 5 hour coastal driver to a World Heritage City, the port of Galle where you will visit the Dutch Museum, Groote Kerk (Great Church) and the National Maritime Museum. Drive on from Galle to Bentota. Stay two nights at the Bentota Beach Hotel for two nights.

DAY 16 Sinharaja, Colombo, London An early start back to the Bandaranaike International Airport for a lunch time flight to Heathrow, arriving in London the same evening.

DAY 13 Bentota Enjoy a day of leisure at the beach.

DAY 14 Bentota, London An early start back to the Bandaranaike International Airport for a lunch time flight to London the same evening.

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Emerald Isle

Explore the wonders of Sri Lanka on our Emerald Isle tour. Start with the modern capital city of Colombo, before travelling inland to the ‘Cultural Triangle’ of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Kandy. Anuradhapura, where Buddhism first came to Sri Lanka, was the country’s capital for 1,300 years. The medieval capital, Polonnaruwa, on the shores of a large lake, has a number of historic ruins. Visit the Temple of the Tooth at Kandy and travel onward to the scenic tea country of Nuwara Eliya. Chance upon a leopard in the thick jungles and picturesque parklands of Yala National Park. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage City of Galle Fort, before ending your holiday with a leisurely couple of days on the sandy beaches of Bentota.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Sri Lankan Airlines Flying time: 10 hours 30 minutes to Colombo Internal travel: Air-conditioned coach Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying chauffeur guide throughout

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Day

per person

Single room supplement

30-Jan-14

Thu

£1929

£552

20-Feb-14

Thu

£1929

£552

27-Mar-14

Thu

£2045

£535

10-Apr-14

Thu

£2165

£535

20-Nov-14

Thu

£1995

£589

11-Dec-14

Thu

£2295

£589

29-Jan-15

Thu

£2065

£609

19-Feb-15

Thu

£2065

£609

26-Mar-15

Thu

£2195

£609

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £550 Business class supplement from £1425 per person return

Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast Welcome dinner day 2

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OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

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Bentota beach break

£218

£198

Sinharaja Rainforest

£282

£55

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GLIMPSE OF CHINA Beijing

CHINA

Glimpse of China

London – Beijing – Xian – Chengdu – London DAY 1 London Fly to Beijing on Air China or similar.

Xian

Chengdu

DAY 2 Beijing Arrive in the morning and transfer to Best Western hotel for two nights. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the old alleyways of the city with its traditional courtyards and houses known as Hutongs and visit Prince Gongs Mansion, one of the most exquisite and best-preserved royal mansions in China. Enjoy a Peking Duck welcome dinner in the evening.

Optional excursion: Kung Fu show DAY 3 Beijing Start the day off at Tian An Men Square before spending a few hours exploring the magnificent Forbidden City with your guide. Afternoon visit to see the pavilions, prayer halls and gardens of the Summer Palace; built for the Emperors to escape the summer heat.

DAY 4 Beijing, train Another day spent in Beijing to visit the Temple of Heaven which comes alive each morning when elderly locals gather to practise Tai Chi. In the afternoon, drive out to see the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, one of the most iconic sights in Asia. Board an overnight train to Xian.

Supplement: Overnight in Beijing & morning train to Xian DAY 5 train, Xian Arrive in Xian. Check-in at the Citadines Central hotel for the night. In the afternoon, visit the sights of Xian, including the Big Goose Pagoda, Mosque and Muslim Quarters. Enjoy a dumpling dinner banquet followed by a Tang Dynasty Music and Dance show.

EXTENSIONS HONG KONG – 3 Days DAY 8 Chengdu, Hong Kong Fly to Hong Kong in the morning and transfer to your hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city on your own.

DAY 9 Hong Kong Day at leisure. Sightseeing tours can be arranged.

DAY 6 Xian, Chengdu This morning learn about the history of the incredible archaeological treasures that are the amazing Terracotta Warriors and Museum of Horses this morning and, later, take a short flight to Chengdu. Stay at the Wenjun hotel for two nights.

DAY 10 Hong Kong, London Fly back to London via Beijing, arriving the same evening.

DAY 7 Chengdu Visit the Panda Breeding Centre in the morning, followed by a very special vegetarian lunch at the Wen Shu Temple. Later on, walk along the famous Jin Li Street and explore the city in the evening on your own.

DAY 8 Chengdu, Shanghai Fly to Shanghai and stay at Holiday Inn Downtown hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Optional excursion: Sichuan opera performance DAY 8 Chengdu, London Transfer to the airport in the morning to board a return flight via Beijing, arriving the same evening.

SHANGHAI – 3 Days

DAY 9 Shanghai Walk along the famous ‘Bund’ in the morning.

Afterwards, visit the Jing’an temple and the World Financial Centre. Enjoy a performance by Chinese acrobats in the evening.

DAY 10 Shanghai, London Early morning transfer to the airport to board a return flight to London via Beijing, arriving the same evening.

HAINAN ISLAND BEACH BREAK – 5 Days DAY 8 Chengdu, Hainan Take an early morning flight to Sanya airport today.

Stay at your beach resort for three nights.

DAYS 9, 10 Hainan Day at leisure.

DAY 11 Hainan, Beijing Fly to Beijing and stay at an airport hotel for the night.

DAY 12 Beijing, London Fly to London, arriving the same evening.

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CHINA

Glimpse of China

A vast and immensely varied land, China defies simple definition. It is a world of remarkable contrasts and a rich and endless diversity of spectacular scenery and ancient cultures that belie belief. Our nine day introductory tour takes you to some of the most famous and awe-inspiring sights of China. Explore Beijing at leisure with a walking tour of the Hutongs, visit grand imperial palaces and explore the iconic Great Wall. In Xian, marvel at the famous Terracotta Warriors and experience a spectacularly colourful Tang Dynasty show. The tour ends in the city of the giant panda, Chengdu, offering the opportunity to get close to this endangered animal.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 8-20 people International flights: Air China or similar, upgrade to British Airways Flying time: 9 hours 45 minutes to Beijing.

15 hours from Chengdu, via Beijing Internal travel: A combination of road and air Road travel by air-conditioned coach

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per person

Single room supplement

19-Mar-14

Wed

£1395

£109

02-Apr-14

Wed

£1445

£129

16-Apr-14

Wed

£1445

£129

07-May-14

Wed

£1445

£129

03-Sep-14

Wed

£1489

£135

17-Sep-14

Wed

£1489

£135

08-Oct-14

Wed

£1489

£135

05-Nov-14

Wed

£1425

£109

18-Mar-15

Wed

£1535

£129

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS

Accompanying guide: Local English speaking guides for all sightseeing English speaking accompanying guide throughout for 10 or more people

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Day

Reduction for self arranged international flights: £ 525 British Airways economy class supplement: £145 Business class supplement from £1595 per person return

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS

Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast Lunch on day 4 Dinner on days 2 & 5

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Hong Kong - 3 days

from £375

Shanghai - 3 days

£445

Hainan Island - 5 days

from £525

Night in Beijing

£58

Kung fu show, Beijing

£25

Sichuan Opera, Chengdu

£44

£96

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CLASSIC CHINA Beijing

CHINA

Classic China

London – Beijing – Xian – Chengdu – Yangtze cruise – Shanghai – London DAY 1 London Fly to Beijing on Air China or similar.

Xian Shanghai

Chengdu Chongqing

DAY 2 Beijing Arrive in the morning and transfer to Peixin hotel for three nights. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the old alleyways of the city with its traditional courtyards and houses known as Hutongs and visit Prince Gongs Mansion, one of the most exquisite and best-preserved royal mansions in China. Enjoy a Peking Duck welcome dinner in the evening.

DAY 3 Beijing Start the day off at Tian An Men Square before spending a few hours exploring the magnificent Forbidden City with your guide. Afternoon visit to see the pavilions, prayer halls and gardens of the Summer Palace; built for the Emperors to escape the summer heat.

DAY 4 Beijing Another day spent in Beijing to visit the Temple of Heaven which comes alive each morning when elderly locals gather to practise Tai Chi. In the afternoon, drive out to see the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, one of the most iconic sights in Asia.

DAY 5 Beijing, Xian Take a high-speed train to Xian this morning (5-6 hours). On arrival, check-in at the Skytel hotel for two nights. In the afternoon, visit the sights of Xian including the Big Goose Pagoda, Great Mosque and the bustling Muslim Quarter.

DAY 6 Xian Start off the day with the amazing Terracotta Warriors and Museum of Horses, learning about the history of this incredible archaeological treasure from your guide. Explore the city walls in the afternoon. Enjoy a dumpling dinner banquet in the evening.

DAY 7 Xian, Chengdu This morning take a short flight to Chengdu. Stay at Minshan Lhasa Grand hotel for two nights. Later,

CHINA

Classic China

Journey to the capital city of Beijing on our Classic China tour. See the iconic Tian An Men Square, catch a glimpse of life in the Hutongs and amble on the Great Wall of China, a World Heritage site. Take a day train to Xian, to explore the bustling Muslim Quarter and to visit the Terracotta Warriors and Museum of Horses. Fall in love with charming giant panda’s at their breeding centre in Chengdu and also see the special Wen Shu Temple. Cruise on the mighty Yangtze, the longest river in Asia. Sail past the impressive Three Gorges Dam, the largest hydro-electric power station in the world and visit the Ghost City of Fengdu. End in the world class city of Shanghai, known for its impressive skyline and unmissable shopping.

visit Leshan Big Buddha and take a boat ride on the river.

Supplement: Sichuan opera performance.

DAY 8 Chengdu Visit the Panda Breeding Centre in the morning followed by a very special vegetarian lunch at the Wen Shu Temple. Later on, walk along the famous Jin Li Street and explore the city on your own in the evening.

DAY 9 Chengdu, Chongqing, Yangtze Cruise In the morning, take the train to Chongqing to visit the Dazu Grottoes. In the evening, check-in to a private, en-suite cabin aboard a modern river vessel for a three night cruise towards Shanghai on the mighty Yangtze River. Dinner is included on the cruise.

DAY 10 Yangtze Cruise The morning starts with a briefing of the river and safety instructions. After lunch, disembark at Fengdu for an excursion to this ‘Ghost City’. Enjoy the captain’s welcome party in the evening.

DAY 11 Yangtze Cruise The scenery is simply stunning when passing the Wu and Qutang Gorges. Stop for an excursion at the Shenong stream to see the Lesser Three Gorges and Tujia villages.

DAY 12 Yangtze Cruise, Yichang, Shanghai Visit the Three Gorges Dam and pass the eastern section of the Xiling Gorge, before disembarking at Yichang. Fly to Shanghai and stay at Greenland Jiulong hotel for two nights.

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HONG KONG – 3 Days DAY 14 Shanghai, Hong Kong Fly to Hong Kong in the morning and transfer to your hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city on your own.

DAY 15 Hong Kong Day at leisure.

DAY 16 Hong Kong, London Fly back to London via Beijing, arriving the same evening.

HAINAN ISLAND BEACH BREAK – 5 Days DAY 14 Shanghai, Hainan Fly to Sanya airport today. Stay at the beach resort for three nights.

DAYS 15, 16 Hainan The day is at leisure.

DAY 17 Hainan, Beijing Fly to Beijing and stay at an airport hotel for the night.

DAY 18 Beijing, London Fly to London, arriving the same evening.

DAY 13 Shanghai Walk along the famous ‘Bund’ in the morning.

Afterwards, visit the Jing’an temple and the World Financial Centre. In the evening enjoy a performance by Chinese acrobats.

DAY 14 Shanghai, London Early morning transfer to the airport to board a return flight to London via Beijing, arriving the same evening.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 6-20 people

DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15 Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

20-Mar-14

Thu

£2550

£599

10-Apr-14

Thu

£2595

£665

Flying time: 9 hours 45 minutes to Beijing.

16 hours 25 minutes from Shanghai, via Beijing

17-Apr-14

Thu

£2595

£665

08-May-14

Thu

£2595

£665

04-Sep-14

Thu

£2645

£665

18-Sep-14

Thu

£2645

£665

Internal travel: A combination of road, air and river Road travel by air-conditioned coach

09-Oct-14

Thu

£2645

£665

06-Nov-14

Thu

£2645

£665

19-Mar-15

Thu

£2695

£665

International flights: Air China or similar, upgrade to British Airways

Accompanying guide: English speaking guides for all sightseeing English speaking accompanying guide throughout for 10 or more people

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £525 British Airways economy class supplement: £145 Business class supplement from £1595 per person return

Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast Lunch on days 8, 12 Dinner on days 2, 6 All meals on the Yangtze cruise 36

EXTENSIONS

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Hong Kong - 3 days

from £575

Hainan Island - 5 days

from £595

Kung fu show, Beijing

£25

Sichuan Opera, Chengdu

£44

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CHINA EXPERIENCE Beijing

CHINA

China Experience

EXTENSIONS HONG KONG – 3 Days DAY 14 Shanghai, Hong Kong Fly to Hong Kong in the morning and transfer to your hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city on your own.

Xian Shanghai Chengdu

DAY 15 Hong Kong Day at leisure.

DAY 16 Hong Kong, London Fly back to London via Beijing, arriving the same evening.

Guilin Yangshuo

HAINAN ISLAND BEACH BREAK – 5 Days DAY 14 Shanghai, Hainan Fly to Sanya airport today. Stay at your beach resort for three nights.

DAYS 15,16 Hainan The day is at leisure.

DAY 17 Hainan, Beijing Fly to Beijing and stay at an airport hotel for the night.

DAY 18 Beijing, London Fly to London, arriving the same evening.

London – Beijing – Xian – Chengdu – Guilin – Yangshuo – Shanghai - London DAY 1 London Fly to Beijing on Air China or similar.

DAY 2 Beijing Arrive in the morning and transfer to Super House International hotel for three nights. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the old alleyways of the city with its traditional courtyards and houses known as Hutongs and visit Prince Gongs Mansion, one of the most exquisite and best-preserved royal mansions in China. Enjoy a Peking Duck welcome dinner in the evening.

Optional excursion: Kung Fu show

CHINA

China Experience

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Beijing, the enthralling capital city of China, is your first stop on our China Experience tour. Visit the Tian An Man Square and the World Heritage site of The Great Wall of China. Take a day train to Xian to explore the bustling Muslim Quarter and to visit the Terracotta Warriors and Museum of Horses. The giant pandas await in Chengdu, where there is also the Wen Shu Temple. Visit Guilin, a city situated in the northeast of Guangxi prefecture, which is known for its unique Karst topography and the stunning landscape of Elephant Trunk Hill and Seven Star Park. Take a cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo to tour the Moon Hill. Also visit the historical Xinping fishing village to see expert cormorant fishermen at work afloat bamboo rafts. The tour ends in the contrastingly vibrant city of Shanghai.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 6-20 people International flights: Air China or similar, upgrade to British Airways Flying time: 9 hours 45 minutes to Beijing.

16 hours 25 minutes from Shanghai, via Beijing Internal travel: A combination of road, air and boat Road travel by air-conditioned coach Accompanying guide: Local guides for all sightseeing English speaking accompanying guide throughout for 10 or more people Meal Plan Bed and Breakfast Lunch on days 8, 10 Dinner on days 2, 6

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DAY 3 Beijing Start the day off at Tian An Men Square, before spending a few hours exploring the magnificent Forbidden City with your guide. Afternoon visit to see the pavilions, prayer halls and gardens of the Summer Palace, built for the Emperors to escape the summer heat.

DAY 4 Beijing Another day is spent in Beijing to visit the Temple of Heaven which comes alive each morning when elderly locals gather to practice Tai Chi. In the afternoon, drive out to see the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, one of the most iconic sights in Asia.

DAY 5 Beijing, Xian Take a high-speed train to Xian this morning (5-6 hours). On arrival, check-in at the Citadines Apartment hotel for two nights. In the afternoon, visit the sights of Xian, including the Big Goose Pagoda, Great Mosque and the bustling Muslim Quarter.

DAY 6 Xian Start off the day with the amazing Terracotta Warriors and Museum of Horses, learning about the history of this incredible archaeological treasure from your guide. Explore the city walls in the afternoon.

Enjoy a dumpling dinner banquet followed by a Tang Dynasty Music and Dance show.

DAY 7 Xian, Chengdu This morning take a short flight to Chengdu. Stay at the Civil Aviation hotel for two nights. Later, visit Leshan Big Buddha and take a boat ride on the river.

DAY 8 Chengdu Visit the Panda Breeding Centre in the morning, followed by a very special vegetarian lunch at the Wen Shu Temple. Later on, walk along the famous Jin Li Street and explore the city on your own in the evening.

Optional excursion: Sichuan opera performance.

DAY 9 Chengdu, Guilin Fly to Guilin in the morning. Stay overnight at the Guilin Jingguanminglou Holiday hotel. Afternoon at leisure to explore the town on your own.

Optional excursion: Guilin Art museum tour

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Single room supplement

DAY 10 Guilin, Yangshuo This morning, cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo. Lunch arranged on the cruise. Check into Mangnolia hotel for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

27-Mar-14

Thu

£2425

£295

10-Apr-14

Thu

£2495

£295

17-Apr-14

Thu

£2495

£295

15-May-14

Thu

£2495

£295

DAY 11 Yangshuo Explore the countryside around Yangshuo including the picturesque Moon Hill. Later, enjoy a bamboo raft ride on the Yulong River to visit the Xinping fishing village.

11-Sep-14

Thu

£2545

£295

18-Sep-14

Thu

£2545

£295

16-Oct-14

Thu

£2545

£295

13-Nov-14

Thu

£2525

£295

26-Mar-15

Thu

£2565

£295

DAY 12 Yangshuo, Guilin, Shanghai Drive back to Guilin for your flight to Shanghai.

Stay at Zhong Xiang hotel for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

DAY 13 Shanghai Walk along the famous ‘Bund’ in the morning.

Afterwards, visit the Jing’an temple and the World Financial Centre. In the evening enjoy a performance by Chinese acrobats.

DAY 14 Shanghai, London Early morning transfer to the airport to board a return flight to London via Beijing, arriving the same evening.

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FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £525 British Airways economy class supplement: £145 Business class supplement from £1595 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS Hong Kong - 3 days

from £575

Hainan Island - 5 days

from £595

Kung fu show, Beijing

£25

Sichuan Opera, Chengdu

£44

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DISCOVER CHINA Beijing

CHINA

Discover China

London – Beijing – Xian – Chengdu – Lijiang – Guilin – Yangshuo – Longji – Shanghai – London

Xian Shanghai

Chengdu

Longji Lijiang

Guilin

Yangshuo

DAY 1 London Fly to Beijing on Air China or similar.

Jin Li Street and explore the city on your own in the evening.

DAY 2 Beijing Arrive in the morning and transfer to Best Western hotel for three nights. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the old alleyways of the city with its traditional courtyards and houses known as Hutongs and visit Prince Gongs Mansion, one of the most exquisite and best-preserved royal mansions in China. Enjoy a Peking Duck welcome dinner in the evening.

DAY 9 Chengdu, Lijiang Morning transfer to the airport for a flight to Lijiang. Stay at Dongba guesthouse for two nights.

Enjoy an afternoon guided tour of the city, followed by a traditional performance by the Naxi minorities in the evening.

Optional excursion: Kung Fu show DAY 3 Beijing Start the day off at Tian An Men Square before spending a few hours exploring the magnificent Forbidden City with your guide. Afternoon visit to see the pavilions, prayer halls and gardens of the Summer Palace; built for the Emperors to escape the summer heat.

DAY 4 Beijing Another day spent in Beijing to visit the Temple of Heave which comes alive each morning when elderly locals gather to practise Tai Chi. In the afternoon, drive out to see the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, one of the most iconic sights in Asia.

DAY 5 Beijing, Xian Take a high-speed train to Xian this morning (5-6 hours). On arrival, check-in at Citadines Inn for two nights. In the afternoon, visit the sights of Xian including the Big Goose Pagoda, Great Mosque and the bustling Muslim Quarter.

DAY 6 Xian Start off the day with the amazing Terracotta Warriors and Museum of Horses, learning about the history of this incredible archaeological treasure from your guide. Explore the city walls in the afternoon.

Enjoy a dumpling dinner banquet in the evening.

DAY 7 Xian, Chengdu This morning take a short flight to Chengdu. Stay at the Wenjun hotel for two nights. Later, visit Leshan Big Buddha and take a boat ride on the river.

CHINA

Discover China

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Discover China is a comprehensive showcase of a fascinating country whose scenic beauty vies its rich culture and heritage. Start off in Beijing to walk on the Great Wall of China; visit the Hutongs and the iconic Tian An Man Square.

Journey, by express train, to Xian, whose stupendous Terracotta Warriors and Museum of Horses promise to leave you awestruck. Take a picture with the endearing giant pandas in Chengdu before travelling onward to see the World Heritage town of Lijiang, home to the ethnic Naxi people. Stop in Guilin, a city situated in the northeast of Guangxi prefecture, a region known for its unique Karst. Take a cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo. Tour the Moon Hill and visit the historical Xinping fishing village to see expert cormorant fishermen at work afloat bamboo rafts. Enjoy the scenic mountainous road to Longji, a rural town surrounded by terraced rice fields. The vibrant commercial city of Shanghai is the last stop before you travel back home laden with lasting memories of China.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 8-20 people International flights: Air China or similar, upgrade to British Airways

HONG KONG – 3 Days DAY 18 Shanghai, Hong Kong Fly to Hong Kong in the morning and transfer to your hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city on your own.

DAY 19 Hong Kong Day at leisure.

DAY 10 Lijiang Enjoy a full day visit to the Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the deepest gorges in the world. Spend the evening at leisure.

DAY 20 Hong Kong, London Fly back to London via Beijing, arriving the same evening.

DAY 11 Lijiang, Guilin Morning transfer for a flight to Guilin, via Kunming.

Stay at Fubo hotel for one night.

HAINAN ISLAND BEACH BREAK – 5 Days

DAY 12 Guilin, Yangshuo This morning, cruise down the Li river to Yangshuo.

Lunch is arranged on the cruise. Check into the Li River Retreat hotel for two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

DAY 13 Yangshuo Explore the countryside around Yangshuo, which includes the picturesque Moon Hill. Later, enjoy a bamboo raft ride on the Yulong River to visit the Xinping fishing village.

DAY 18 Shanghai, Hainan Fly to Sanya airport today. Stay at the beach resort for three nights.

DAYS 19, 20 Hainan The day is at leisure.

DAY 21 Hainan, Beijing Fly to Beijing and stay at an airport hotel for the night.

DAY 22 Beijing, London Fly to London, arriving the same evening

DAY 14 Yangshuo, Longji Take the picturesque mountainous route to Longji, known for its idyllic vistas of lush, green terraced ricefields and ethnic minorities. Stay at Star Wish hotel for two nights.

DAY 15 Longji Spend a leisurely day, on your own, exploring the town and rice fields.

DAY 16 Longji, Guilin, Shanghai Drive back to Guilin for a flight to Shanghai.

Transfer to the hotel by Maglev, the world’s fastest train in regular commercial service. Stay at the Holiday Inn Downtown hotel for two nights.

Optional excursion: Sichuan opera performance.

DAY 17 Shanghai Walk along the famous ‘Bund’ in the morning.

Afterwards, visit the Jing’an temple and the World Financial Centre. Enjoy a performance by Chinese acrobats in the evening.

DAY 8 Chengdu Visit the Panda Breeding Centre in the morning followed by a very special vegetarian lunch at the Wen Shu Temple. Later on, walk along the famous

DAY 18 Shanghai, London Early morning transfer to the airport to board a return flight to London via Beijing, arriving the same evening.

Flying time: 9 hours 45 minutes to Beijing.

16 hours 25 minutes from Shanghai, via Beijing Internal travel: A combination of road, air and boat Road travel by air-conditioned coach

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per person

Single room supplement

18-Mar-14

Tue

£3265

£410

08-Apr-14

Tue

£3265

£410

15-Apr-14

Tue

£3265

£410

06-May-14

Tue

£3265

£410

02-Sep-14

Tue

£3345

£425

16-Sep-14

Tue

£3345

£425

07-Oct-14

Tue

£3345

£425

04-Nov-14

Tue

£3295

£410

17-Mar-15

Tue

£3385

£445

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £ 525

Accompanying guide: English speaking guides for all sightseeing English speaking accompanying guide throughout for 10 or more people

British Airways supplement economy class £145 Business class supplement from £1550 per person return

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Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast Lunch on days 8, 12 Dinner on days 2, 6

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Hong Kong - 3 days

from £575

Hainan Island - 5 days

from £595

Kung fu show, Beijing

£18

Sichuan Opera, Chengdu

£25

Guilin Art Museum

£25

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GROUP TOURS | JAPAN

ESSENTIAL JAPAN

Essential Japan

JAPAN Tokyo

Kyoto

Hakone

London – Tokyo – (Mount Fuji) – Hakone – Kyoto – London DAY 1 London Fly from London Heathrow on an overnight flight to Tokyo via Beijing.

DAY 2 Tokyo Arrive in Tokyo and transfer by airport bus to the Shiba Park hotel, for a three night stay.

DAY 3 Tokyo Explore the capital with a private guide using Tokyo’s excellent public transportation. Start with the Tsukiji fish market, continue to Meiji Jingu shrine, the historic Asakusa district and the Shibuya crossing.

a height of over 2000m and admire the panoramic views (weather permitting). Later enjoy a cruise on Lake Ashi, and a lovely cable-car ride. Stay overnight at the Hakone hotel. Enjoy a soak in the hotel’s open-air hot spring bath.

DAY 6 Kyoto Take the bullet train to Kyoto and stay for two nights at the New Miyako hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.

DAY 4 Tokyo Take a trip north, by shared coach, to visit Nikko today. Set in beautiful surroundings, this World Heritage site has been a Centre of Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship for many centuries.

DAY 7 Kyoto A treasure trove of Japanese history and tradition, Kyoto used to be the national capital for more than one thousand years. Explore the city with a private guide, using public transportation. Visit the Imperial Palace, Kyoto Handicraft centre, Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji and the Kiyomizu temple on your full day tour.

DAY 5 Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Hakone Travel to the beautiful Hakone National Park via Mount Fuji by shared coach. Stop on the slopes, at

DAY 8 Kyoto, London Transfer to Osaka’s Kansai airport in the morning for your return flight home, arriving the same day.

EXTENSIONS KYOTO – 3 Days DAY 8 Kyoto Stay at the New Miyako hotel for an additional 2 nights. Day is at leisure.

Optional excursions: Hiroshima and Miyajima by bullet train Half day Nara DAY 9 Kyoto Day at leisure.

DAY 10 Kyoto, London Heathrow Transfer to Osaka’s Kansai airport in the morning for your return flight home, arriving the same day.

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Departure

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Essential Japan

Even today Japan symbolises the exotic, the unknown and the unfathomable and exudes a sense of complete ‘otherness’ that draws visitors to its fascinating, volcanic shores. A wealth of World Heritage shrines, temples and gardens as well as modern Japan with its ultra efficient transport system and tall skyscrapers await discovery on this introductory tour. Start in the capital city Tokyo and explore the main sights of the city with your private guide. Spend a day in scenic Nikko, known for its ornate Toshogu Shrine. Take a rejuvenating soak in a hot spring at Hakone and then travel on to Kyoto, a fascinating city that echoes tales of a rich royal past.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Air China or similar Flying time: 15 hours 15 minutes to Tokyo, via Beijing Internal travel: Public/shared air-conditioned road and rail transportation

per person

Single room supplement

27-Mar-14

Thu

£2245

£265

03-Apr-14

Thu

£2245

£265

17-Apr-14

Thu

£2265

£275

08-May-14

Thu

£2245

£265

04-Sep-14

Thu

£2265

£265

18-Sep-14

Thu

£2265

£285

09-Oct-14

Thu

£2265

£265

16-Oct-14

Thu

£2265

£265

06-Nov-14

Thu

£2245

£265

26-Mar-15

Thu

£2385

£295

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS

Accompanying guide: Local English speaking guides for all sightseeing tours

Reduction for self arranged international flights: £525 Business class supplement from £1550 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

Meal Plan: Bed and breakfast Lunch day 5

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Kyoto - 3 days

£185

Hiroshima & Miyajima

£285

Half day Nara

£55

£165

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JAPAN EXPERIENCE

Japan Experience

JAPAN

London – Tokyo – (Mount Fuji) – Hakone – Kyoto – Takayama – Kanazawa – Kyoto – London

Kanazawa Takayama

Kyoto

Tokyo

Hakone

DAY 1 London Fly from London Heathrow on an overnight flight to Tokyo via Beijing.

DAY 2 Tokyo Arrive in Tokyo and transfer by airport bus to the Shiba Park hotel, for a three night stay.

DAY 3 Tokyo Explore the capital with a private guide using Tokyo’s excellent public transportation. Start with the Tsukiji fish market, continue to Meiji Jingu shrine, the historic Asakusa district and the Shibuya crossing.

DAY 4 Tokyo Take a trip north, by shared coach, to visit Nikko today. Set in beautiful surroundings, this World Heritage site has been a Centre of Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship for many centuries.

DAY 5 Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Hakone Travel to the beautiful Hakone National Park via Mount Fuji by shared coach. Stop on the slopes, at a height of over 2000m and admire the panoramic views (weather permitting). Later enjoy a cruise on Lake Ashi, and a lovely cable car-ride. Stay overnight at the Hakone hotel. Enjoy a soak in the hotel’s open-air hot spring bath.

DAY 6 Takayama In the morning transfer to Odawara then by bullet and express train to Takayama. This journey takes in some glorious mountain scenery. After checking into the Hida hotel for a two night stay, time at leisure to enjoy an afternoon stroll. Visit the old traditional district, festival hall and folk craft museum.

DAY 7 Takayama Day at leisure to explore the town on your own.

DAY 8 Takayama, Shirakawago, Kanazawa Drive to the World Heritage site of Shirakawago nestling in scenic mountains. Continue on to Kanazawa and check in to Kanazawa Miyako hotel for two nights.

DAY 9 Kanazawa Day is at is at leisure to visit the famous Kenroku-en gardens.

DAY 10 Kanazawa, Kyoto Take the bullet train to Kyoto and stay for three nights at New Miyako hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.

EXTENSIONS KYOTO – 3 Days DAY 13 Kyoto Stay at the New Miyako hotel for an additional 2 nights. Day is at leisure.

Optional excursions: Hiroshima and Miyajima by bullet train.

DAY 14 Kyoto Day at leisure.

DAY 15 Kyoto, London Heathrow Transfer to Osaka’s Kansai airport in the morning for your return flight home, arriving the same day.

DAY 11 Kyoto A treasure trove of Japanese history and tradition, Kyoto used to be the national capital for more than one thousand years. Explore the city with a private guide, using public transportation. Visit the Imperial Palace, Kyoto Handicraft centre, Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji and the Kiyomizu temple on your full day tour.

DAY 12 Kyoto Visit Nara in the morning, known for some of Japan’s oldest and largest temples. Afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 13 Kyoto, London Transfer to Osaka’s Kansai airport in the morning for your return flight home, arriving the same day.

JAPAN

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Japan Experience Start in Tokyo on our Japan Experience tour that takes in some of the best that Japan has to offer. After a day’s sightseeing of the old and the new, venture out of the city to the the shrines of Nikko and Mount Fuji.

Spend two days immersed in the timeless town of Takayama and move on to the World Heritage Site of Shirakawago, before continuing to Kanazawa. In the cultural heartland of the Kyoto region, you have three full days to explore the rich history, culture and tradition of this fascinating city. You will have the chance to rejuvenate in the hot springs at Hakone and visit the ancient capital city of Nara. Travel home via Osaka.

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Departure

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Air China or similar Flying time: 15 hours 15 minutes to Tokyo, via Beijing Internal travel: Public/shared air-conditioned road and rail transportation

per person

Single room supplement

27-Mar-14

Thu

£2965

£695

03-Apr-14

Thu

£2965

£725

10-Apr-14

Thu

£2995

£725

15-May-14

Thu

£2985

£695

11-Sep-14

Thu

£2985

£725

25-Sep-14

Thu

£2985

£695

02-Oct-14

Thu

£2985

£695

23-Oct-14

Thu

£2985

£695

13-Nov-14

Thu

£2985

£695

26-Mar-15

Thu

£3145

£295

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS

Accompanying guide: Local English speaking guides for all sightseeing tours

Reduction for self arranged international flights: £525 Business class supplement from £1550 per person return

Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast Lunch day 5

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Kyoto - 3 days

£185

Hiroshima & Miyajima

£285

£165

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GROUP TOURS | TAIWAN TAIWAN EXPERIENCE

Taipei TAIWAN

Taiwan Experience

London – Taipei – Taroko – Chihpen – Foguangshan – Alishan – Sun Moon Lake – Taipei – London Taroko

DAY 1 London Fly from Heathrow to Taipei on Eva Air, with a stop in Bangkok DAY 2 Taipei Arrive in Taipei and transfer to the Fortunehiya hotel for two nights.

Sun Moon Lake Alishan

Chihpen Foguangshan

DAY 3 Taipei Take a tour of the city today, proceed to Longshan Temple, which houses many statues of Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian deities. Visit Dihu Street, the old-town market, selling a variety of traditional goods. Continue to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and the National Palace Museum. This afternoon, visit Martyr’s Shrine, before ending at Taipei 101, once the tallest building in the world.

DAY 4 Taipei, Taroko Drive to the National Center for Traditional Arts at Yilan County, before continuing on to Qingshui Cliff, on Taiwan’s Pacific coast. Proceed to Taroko National Park, known for its spectacular marble canyon. Visit Taroko Gateway this afternoon, before checking into the Leader Village Lodge hotel for two nights.

DAY 5 Taroko Explore the area today with the guide. Visit Fushi Village, Eternal Spring Shrine, Tunnel of Nine Turns, Swallow Groto and Tianxiang Scenic Area.

TAIWAN

DAY 6 Taroko, Chihpen Drive to Taitung via the East Coast National Scenic Area, unique in its terrain and ecology. En-route visit Siaoyeliou, a natural stone sculptural park. Arrive

Taiwan Experience This trip around Taiwan showcases the best the island has to offer, with a vast range of scenic and cultural attractions. Take in the frenetic city of Taipei, explore the spectacular Taroko Gorge before continuing on to soak in the hot springs at Chihpen. Visit Foguangshan monastery, one of the largest in the region. View the thousand year old giant trees at Alishan before proceeding to the picturesque Sun Moon Lake. Return to Taipei for two nights before you travel back home.

in Taitung and check in to Royal Chihpen Hot Spring Resort for the night.

DAY 7 Chihpen, Foguangshan Drive to Foguanshan, the biggest monastery in Taiwan. Visit the Main Shrine, Buddhist Museum and Buddha Memorial Center. Stay overnight at the Pilgrim Lodge. Have a vegetarian dinner in the monastery.

DAY 8 Foguangshan, Alishan Proceed to Alishan National Scenic Area, renowned for its waterfalls, cherry blossoms and mountain trails in the Forest Recreation Area. Stay at the Alishan Guest House hotel for the night.

DAY 9 Alishan. Sun Moon Lake This morning, proceed to Sun Moon Lake, and take a boat cruise on the Sun Moon Lake. Visit Wenwu Temple, an excellent vista point overlooking the Lake. Stay at the Lea Garden Hotel for the night.

Optional excursion: Sunrise mountain train ride DAY 10 Sun Moon Lake, Taipei Visit Tehua village, to learn the history of the Tsao Tribe. Also view the Syuentzang Temple, housing the relic of Xuanzang, a Tang Dynasty monk who brought back over 650 sutras from India. Explore a tea plantation, before proceeding back to Taipei.

Stay at the Fortunehiya hotel for two nights.

DAY 11 Taipei Day is at leisure.

DAY 12 Taipei, London Fly to Heathrow, arriving the same evening.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 6-20 people

Departure

International flights: Eva Air Flying time: 16 hours 25 minutes to Taipei, via Bangkok Internal travel: A combination of road and rail Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout

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per person

Single room supplement

20-Mar-14

Thu

£2495

£560

03-Apr-14

Thu

£2495

£560

17-Apr-14

Thu

£2465

£495

08-May-14

Thu

£2465

£495

18-Sep-14

Thu

£2495

£560

23-Oct-14

Thu

£2495

£560

13-Nov-14

Thu

£2495

£560

19-Mar-15

Thu

£2595

£595

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £625 Business class supplement from £1550 per person return

Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast

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GROUP TOURS | BURMA

ESSENTIAL BURMA BURMA

Mandalay Bagan

Inle Lake

Essential Burma

London – Mandalay – Bagan – Inle Lake – Yangon – London

DAY 1 London Fly to Mandalay via Bangkok on Thai Airways or similar.

DAY 2 Mandalay Arrive in Mandalay and transfer to the Ayarwaddy River View hotel for three nights. Take a tour of Mandalay in the afternoon, visiting Mahamuni Pagoda and Kuthodaw Pagoda with its 729 marble slabs of Buddhist scriptures. Drive to Mandalay Hill for a view of the city at sunset. Welcome dinner arranged in the evening.

Yangon

DAY 3 Mandalay Drive to Amarapura in the morning to witness the daily meal of over a thousand monks at the country’s largest monastery, Mahagandayon. Continue on to see the Sagaing hills, dotted with hundreds of stupas and pagodas. Take the ferry to Inwa (Ava), enjoy a horsecart ride and visit Bagaya Kyaung teak-wood monastery. Return to Amarapura for a spectacular sunset view at U Bein teak bridge.

DAY 4 Mandalay Take an excursion to Pyin U Lwin, formerly called Maymyo. Visit the Botanical Gardens, Purcell Tower and the Church of Immaculate Conception in this erstwhile British hill-station.

DAY 5 Mandalay, Bagan Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bagan.

Stay at the Areindmar hotel for two nights.

Later, visit Bagan’s many temples and pagodas including Ananda, an architectural masterpiece, and Thatbyinnyu, the highest pagoda in Bagan. End the day by enjoying the sunset over the plains of Bagan.

DAY 6 Bagan Drive to Mt. Popa, an extinct volcano, to visit the Nat worship shrines, stupas and monasteries at the summit. In the late afternoon, return to Bagan and

stop at the countryside village of Minnanthu, the least visited temple area in Bagan. Enjoy a sunset boat ride along Ayeyarwaddy River in the evening.

Optional excursion: Hot air balloon ride.

DAY 7 Bagan, Inle Lake Fly to Heho this morning and drive to Nyaung Shwe to take a boat transfer to a resort on Inle Lake. Stay at the Golden Island Cottages I for two nights. Take a full day tour of Inle Lake, visiting the lotus robe weaving village of Inpawkhon. Stop at a floating village at Ywama, the lake’s downtown area, to see Kan Paw Nan Paw Pagoda. End the day at the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda.

DAY 8 Inle Lake Take a scenic boat tour to the village of In Dein.

From the middle of the lake, the boat heads through a long channel from where farmers can be seen cultivating their produce. After a walk around the village, passing by a local school, take the covered stairway to see ancient stupas in the beautiful Alaung Sitthu area for a magnificent view over the lake.

EXTENSIONS NGAPALI BEACH BREAK – 6 Days DAY 10 Yangon Visit Sule Pagoda in the centre of town. Stop for tea at a local tea shop and visit the bustling Yangon harbour area. The rest of the day is at leisure. Spend the night in Yangon at the Summit Parkview hotel.

DAY 11 Yangon, Ngapali Fly to Ngapali in the morning. Stay at the Bayview Beach Resort for three nights. The rest of the day is at leisure.

DAYS 12, 13 Ngapali Day at leisure.

DAY 14 Ngapali, Yangon The morning is at leisure. Fly to Yangon in the afternoon to board a return flight to Bangkok.

DAY 15 Bangkok, London Fly to Heathow, just after midnight, arriving the same morning.

DAY 9 Inle Lake, Yangon Transfer to Heho airport and fly to Yangon. Stay at the Summit Parkview hotel for one night. Later, walk around the Mahabandoola Park to see the colonial courthouse, city hall and Kandawgi Royal Lake. End the day with sunset at the awe-inspiring Shwedagon Pagoda.

DAY 10 Yangon, Bangkok Visit the Sule Pagoda in the centre of town. Stop for tea at a local tea shop and visit the bustling Yangon harbour area. The rest of the day is at leisure before transferring to the airport for a flight to Bangkok.

DAY 11 Bangkok, London Fly to Heathow, just after midnight, arriving the same morning.

BURMA

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Essential Burma

Our Essential Burma group tour introduces you to the culture and sights of a beautiful land that, until recently, was one of the least visited countries in Asia.

Beginning in Mandalay, visit the ancient capital cities of Amarapura, Sagaing and Inwa. As well as the hill station of Pyin U Lwin before traveling on to Bagan to awe in the splendour of its thousands of stupas and pagodas. Visit Mt Popa, a sacred animist centre, and enjoy a sunset cruise on the Ayerwaddy (Irrawady) river. Enjoy the vast Inle lake and its surrounds before ending in Yangon to see the majestic Shwedagon Pagoda.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Thai International Airways Flying time: 14 hours 30 minutes to Mandalay, via Bangkok Internal travel: A combination of road and air Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout

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Day

per person

Single room supplement

15-Jan-14

Wed

£2375

£369

05-Feb-14

Wed

£2375

£369

19-Feb-14

Wed

£2375

£369

05-Mar-14

Wed

£2375

£369

10-Sep-14

Wed

£2365

£389

22-Oct-14

Wed

£2565

£489

19-Nov-14

Wed

£2565

£489

03-Dec-14

Wed

£2565

£489

14-Jan-15

Wed

£2595

£489

04-Feb-15

Wed

£2595

£489

18-Feb-15

Wed

£2595

£489

11-Mar-15

Wed

£2595

£489

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights to Yangon: £850 Business class supplement from £1425 per person return

Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast; dinner on day 2

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Ngapali Beach break- 6 days

£545

Balloon over Bagan

£235

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GROUP TOURS | VIETNAM

VIETNAM EXPERIENCE

VIETNAM Halong Bay

Hanoi

Hue

Hoi An

Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam Experience

London – Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hue – Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City - London

DAY 1 London Fly from London Gatwick to Hanoi on Vietnam Airlines.

DAY 2 Hanoi Arrive in Hanoi in the morning and transfer to the Anise hotel for two nights. Afternoon visit the Ngoc Son temple, on the Hoan Kiem Lake. Proceed to the Museum of Ethnology on the outskirts of town and later take a walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter to glimpse the bustling local life.

DAY 3 Hanoi Explore this capital city’s charming ochre-coloured colonial buildings, tree lined boulevards and scenic lakes today. Visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and Museum, the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university, established in the 11th century. Also view the Opera house from outside, and visit West lake and Tran Quoc Pagoda.

DAY 4 Hanoi, Halong Bay A morning drive to the World Heritage Site, Halong Bay. Board the Halong Sails for an overnight cruise.

As you set sail into the bay, pass limestone islands and visit Sung Sot cave. Trekking and swimming at Titov island.

DAY 5 Halong Bay, Hue Visit Luon cave in the morning, disembark and transfer back to Hanoi with lunch en route. Take the evening flight to Hue and check in to the Camellia Hue hotel for two nights.

DAY 6 Hue Visit the Imperial tombs of Tu Duc, the longest reigning Vietnamese Emperor, and Khai Dinh, the last monument of the Nyugen dynasty. The afternoon sightseeing includes a tour of the Old Imperial City, which is modelled after the Forbidden City in Beijing. Also visit the Thien Mu Pagoda before taking a boat back to the hotel on the Perfume River.

VIETNAM

DAY 7 Hue, Hoi An In the morning drive to Danang (3-4 hours), crossing the picturesque Hai Van pass. Also have the

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Vietnam Experience

On this introductory tour of Vietnam, one of Southeast Asia’s most diverse and enjoyable countries, you start in Hanoi, the capital city, and explore buildings and shaded boulevards that echo its French colonial past. Visit scenic Halong Bay, a World Heritage Site, and spend the night on a traditional junk boat. Travel south to the historic cities of Hue and Hoi An to see their charming old towns, pagodas and merchant homes as well as colourful market stalls brimming with local specialities. Ho Chi Minh City is the last stop. Take a full day tour of the main sights and visit the Mekong Delta with beautiful riverside landscapes before travelling home.

chance to visit the Cham Museum which houses the finest examples of Cham art, reflecting 1,000 years of Hindu influence in Vietnam. Continue the drive south to Hoi An, past the Marble Mountains and numerous villages, before checking in at the Hoi An Trails Resort hotel for three nights.

DAY 8 Hoi An Enjoy a walking tour of Hoi An in the morning. The buildings and street plan of this formerly prosperous trading post are a mix of local and colonial influence, recognised today as a World Heritage site. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 9 Hoi An Day at leisure.

Optional excursion: Cooking class DAY 10 Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City Fly from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City, the largest of the Vietnamese cities. Stay at the Liberty Central hotel for two nights. In the afternoon, visit Chinatown, Thein Hau Pagoda and the lively Ben Thanh market.

DAY 11 Ho Chi Minh City Enjoy a morning excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels, a two hour drive out of the city, to see the vital role these tunnels played as communication routes, storage facilities and living quarters throughout the American war. In the afternoon take a city tour to see the former Presidential Palace now known as the Reunification Hall, the War Museum and the Notre Dame cathedral.

DAY 13 Ho Chi Minh City, London Fly to London Gatwick on Vietnam Airlines, arriving the same morning.

International flights: Direct flights on Vietnam Airlines Flying time: 11 hours 15 min to Hanoi Internal travel: A combination of road and air Road travel by air-conditioned coach

DAY 12 Ho Chi Minh City Spend the night in Ho Chi Minh City after a full day out to the Mekong Delta.

DAY 13 Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap late this morning and check in for two nights at the Tara Angkor hotel. In the afternoon, visit Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire with its centre piece, the Bayon temple.

DAY 14 Siem Reap Visit the Bantaey Srei temple, one of Angkor’s most significant structures built in the 10th century and dedicated to Hindu God Shiva. In the afternoon see the well preserved carvings at Angkor Wat. Witness the spectacular sunset in the countryside.

DAY 15 Siem Reap Day at leisure to explore Siem Reap on your own.

Late evening transfer to the airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Optional excursions: Countryside by Quad bike Tonle Sap Lake Balloon over Angkor DAY 16 Ho Chi Minh City – London Fly to London Gatwick on Vietnam Airlines, arriving the same morning.

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Day

per person

Single room supplement

17-Jan-14

Fri

£1695

£299

07-Feb-14

Fri

£1695

£299

21-Feb-14

Fri

£1695

£299

14-Mar-14

Fri

£1695

£299

11-Apr-14

Fri

£1695

£299

12-Sep-14

Fri

£1599

£299

21-Nov-14

Fri

£1645

£299

05-Dec-14

Fri

£1725

£299

16-Jan-15

Fri

£1815

£329

06-Feb-15

Fri

£1815

£329

27-Feb-15

Fri

£1815

£329

13-Mar-15

Fri

£1815

£329

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £400

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout

Business class supplement from £1665 per person return

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Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast; all meals aboard the Halong Bay junk

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ANGKOR WAT -5 DAYS

DAY 12 Ho Chi Minh City A full day out to Mekong Delta. Tour the Cai Be floating market and explore the smaller waterways and canals by local boat, visiting orchards and local cottage industries. Late evening transfer to the airport.

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Angkor Wat - 5 days

£425

£102

Cooking class, Hoi An

£58

£58

Countryside by Quad bike, Siem Reap

£102

£20

Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap

£48

£45

Balloon over Angkor

£28

£12

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ACTIVE VIETNAM

VIETNAM Halong Bay

Hanoi

Hue

Active Vietnam

Gatwick – Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hue – Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City – Gatwick

DAY 1 London Fly from Gatwick to Hanoi on Vietnam Airlines.

Hoi An

Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 2 Hanoi Arrive in Hanoi in the morning and transfer to the Anise hotel for three nights. Morning is at leisure.

This afternoon, take a walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter to glimpse the bustling local life. In the evening take a street-food dinner tour through the Frog Market, Nghi Tam street and the Tay Ho district. Try local delicacies including pho, banh cuon and coffee with yoghurt.

DAY 3 Hanoi Explore this capital city’s charming ochre-coloured colonial buildings, tree lined boulevards and scenic lakes today. Visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and Museum, the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university, established in the 11th century. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 4 Hanoi Visit Cuc Phuong National Park, one of Vietnam’s most beautiful nature reserves, known for its amazing collection of endemic flora and fauna that includes some rare birds. An endangered primate rescue centre is the first stop; see gibbons, langurs and loris. In the afternoon, take a seven kilometre round trek through the jungle.

DAY 5 Hanoi, Halong Bay A morning drive to the World Heritage Site, Halong Bay Board a traditional junk for an overnight cruise.

As you set sail into the bay, pass limestone islands and visit Sung Sot cave. Trekking and swimming at Titov island.

DAY 6 Halong Bay Transfer to a day boat to explore Halong Bay further.

Today you will have time to swim at ‘Bright and Dark’ cave. Continue to Soi Sim island for some trekking and swimming.

Optional excursion: Kayaking

VIETNAM

DAY 7 Halong Bay, Hue Visit Luon cave in the morning, disembark and transfer back to Hanoi with lunch en route. Take the evening flight to Hue and check into the Camellia Hue hotel for two nights.

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Active Vietnam

Walk, cycle and trek on our active tour of Vietnam: a country of friendly locals and outstanding natural beauty. Start with a tongue-tickling-street-food tour in Hanoi then take a full day trek to the Cuc Phuong National Park, which is known for its endemic flora and fauna. Tour the scenic Halong Bay, a World Heritage Site, and stay overnight on a traditional junk boat. Travel south to the historic cities of Hue and Hoi An and cycle through the countryside to explore charming old towns, paddy fields and local markets. The last stop is Saigon, known today as Ho Chi Minh City, to see the Cu Chi tunnels and picturesque riverside villages of the Mekong Delta as well as the main city sights before you travel back home.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 8-15 people

DAY 8 Hue Visit the Imperial tombs of Tu Duc, the longest reigning Vietnamese Emperor, and Khai Dinh, the last monument of the Nyugen dynasty. The afternoon sightseeing includes a tour of the Old Imperial City, which is modelled after the Forbidden City in Beijing. Also visit the Thien Mu Pagoda before taking a boat back to the hotel on the Perfume River.

DAY 9 Hue Enjoy a day of cycling around Hue. We start early and enjoy a leisurely ride through tiny villages and hamlets. In the afternoon cycle past rice fields, duck farms and fish farms in the village of Cau Ngoi Thanh Toan. Join the locals resting in the shade by a small Japanese-style covered bridge and later visit the local market.

DAY 15 Ho Chi Minh City Spend the night in Saigon after a full day out to Mekong Delta.

DAY 10 Hue, Hoi An In the morning drive to Danang (3-4 hours), crossing the picturesque Hai Van pass. Also have the chance to visit the Cham Museum which houses the finest examples of Cham art, reflecting 1,000 years of Hindu influence in Vietnam. Continue the drive south to Hoi An, past the Marble Mountains and numerous villages, before checking in at the Hoi An Trails Resort hotel for three nights.

DAY 17 Siem Reap Cycle through the major highlights of Angkor including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Phnom Bakeng, the North and West Gates, Ta Prohm and Sras Srang.

DAY 11 Hoi An Enjoy a walking tour of Hoi An in the morning. The buildings and street plan of this formerly prosperous trading post are a mix of local and colonial influence, recognised today as a World Heritage site.

Afternoon at leisure.

DAY 12 Hoi An Start cycling early this morning, going through the countryside to Cam Thanh village. Proceed cycling to Cua Dai, and on to Tra Que vegetable village.

Cycle back to Hoi An town center through rice paddies and local villages.

DAY 13 Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City Fly from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City, the largest of the Vietnamese cities. Stay at the Elios hotel for three nights. In the afternoon visit Chinatown, Thien Hau Pagoda and the lively Ben Thanh market.

DAY 15 Ho Chi Minh City Transfer to the outskirts of Saigon to Tam Vu village and start cycling along small, picturesque countryside roads to My Tho. Take a boat ride to different Mekong river islands, and enjoy the opportunity to cycle on island paths to visit farmers and local families. Explore the small canals and lush countryside scenery by hand-rowed sampan. In the afternoon, continue cycling before returning to Ho Chi Minh City. Late evening transfer to the airport.

DAY 16 Ho Chi Minh City, London Fly to London Gatwick on Vietnam Airlines, arriving the same morning.

Flying time: 11 hours 15 minutes to Hanoi Internal travel: A combination of road and air

DAY 16 Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap late this morning and check in for three nights at the Tara Angkor hotel. Afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 18 Siem Reap Cycle from the hotel to Banteay Srei, Banteay Samre and Kbal Spean. Near Kbal Spien is a waterfall that can be reached by hiking uphill for 2km.

DAY 19 Siem Reap Day is at leisure. Late evening transfer to the airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Optional excursions: Countryside by Quad bike Tonle Sap Lake Hot air balloon ride DAY 20 Ho Chi Minh City – London Gatwick Fly to London Gatwick on Vietnam Airlines, arriving the same morning.

DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15 Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

10-Jan-14

Fri

£1939

£335

14-Feb-14

Fri

£1939

£335

28-Feb-14

Fri

£1939

£335

21-Mar-14

Fri

£1939

£335

18-Apr-14

Fri

£1939

£335

19-Sep-14

Fri

£1845

£335

28-Nov-14

Fri

£1845

£335

12-Dec-14

Fri

£1939

£335

09-Jan-15

Fri

£2065

£365

13-Feb-15

Fri

£2065

£365

27-Feb-15

Fri

£2065

£365

20-Mar-15

Fri

£2065

£365

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights: £400

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout

Business class supplement from £1665 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast; all meals aboard the Halong Bay junk; dinner on day 2

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ANGKOR WAT – 4 Days

DAY 14 Ho Chi Minh City Drive to the outskirts of the city and then cycle to the Cu Chi tunnels to see the vital role they played throughout the American war. In the afternoon take a city tour to see the former Presidential Palace now known as the Reunification Hall, the War Museum and the Notre Dame Cathedral.

International flights: Direct flights on Vietnam Airlines

MALVERN WORLD TRAVEL TEL: 01684 562406

EXTENSIONS

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Angkor Wat - 5 days

£445

£119

Kayaking, Halong Bay

£20

Countryside by Quad bike, Siem Reap

£102

£20

Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap

£48

£45

Balloon over Angkor

£28

£12

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GROUP TOURS | LAOS AND CAMBODIA

LAOS AND CAMBODIA EXPLORER

Laos and Cambodia Explorer

LAOS Luang Prabang

London – Vientiane - Luang Prabang – Pakse – Siem Reap – Battambang – Phnom Penh – London

Vientiane

DAY 1 London Fly to Bangkok on Thai International Airways.

CAMBODIA

Pakse

Bangkok

Battambang

Siem Reap Phnom Penh

DAY 2 Vientiane Arrive in Bangkok and change for an onward flight to Vientiane. Transfer and check-in to the City Inn Hotel for an overnight stay. Later visit the Victory Gate Patuxai, the temples of Wat That Luang and Wat Si Muang. Also see Haw Pha Kaew, once the royal temple of the Lao monarchy and now converted into a museum as well as Wat Si Saket, the oldest monastery in Laos. Your day ends with a visit to the Talaat Sao market.

DAY 3 Vientiane, Luang Prabang Take a flight to Luang Prabang, once the capital of the ancient kingdom of Lane Xang and now a World Heritage Site. On arrival transfer and check into Shanti Resort for three nights. The rest of the day is at leisure.

DAY 4 Luang Prabang Visit Talat local market and explore this veritable treasure-trove of beautiful temples and historical monuments including its many pagodas and the National Museum, formerly the Royal Palace. In the afternoon take a walk through the town to see its beautiful French-colonial buildings and the local market. View the town and its surroundings atop Mount Phousi at sunset.

DAY 5 Luang Prabang An excursion by boat to the Pak Ou caves today, located in the limestone cliffs at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers. These caves are full of Buddha images of various styles and sizes that have been collected over centuries. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 6 Luang Prabang, Pakse Fly to Pakse and check-in to the Champasak Palace Hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure.

LAOS AND CAMBODIA

DAY 7 Pakse An early morning cruise around the waters of the ‘4,000 Islands’ today. Take a small longtail boat to Khone Island to chance upon the rare Irrawaddy freshwater dolphin. Return to the mainland in time for lunch followed by a trip by road to the spectacular roaring waterfalls of Khone Phapheng.

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Laos and Cambodia Explorer Laos and Cambodia are neighbouring countries in Southeast Asia known for the World Heritage Sites of Luang Prabang and Angkor Wat and for their shared rich French-colonial past. On this exploratory tour fly into the capital city of Vientiane before continuing to Luang Prabang to visit the ancient site of temples, monuments and pagodas as well as the Pak Ou caves. Fly to Pakse for a cruise to the 4000 islands and on to Siem Reap – the base to explore one of the world’s grandest monuments, Angkor Wat, built between the 9th and 13th centuries. Drive on to visit provincial Battambang and ride the unique bamboo train. The tour ends in Phnom Penh where you have the option to extend the city sightseeing to include the Genocide Museum and the ‘killing fields’, a poignant reminder of the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 8-20 people

DAY 8 Pakse, Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap in the morning and check in for three nights at the Tara Angkor hotel. In the

afternoon, visit Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire with its centre piece; the Bayon temple.

DAY 9 Siem Reap Visit the Bantaey Srei temple, one of Angkor’s most significant structures, built in the 10th century and dedicated to Hindu God Shiva. In the afternoon see some of the well preserved carvings at Angkor Wat and witness the spectacular sunset in the countryside.

DAY 10 Siem Reap This morning take a short drive through the countryside to the Tonle Sap Lake, stopping to visit a local village en route. Board a local boat for a glimpse of life on this Great Lake of Cambodia to see floating schools, police stations and markets. The afternoon is at leisure.

Optional excursions: Balloon over Angkor, Sunset by Quad bike DAY 11 Siem Reap, Battambang Take a morning drive (4 hours) to the riverside town of Battambang, home to some of the best preserved French colonial architecture in the country.

Stay two nights at the La Villa hotel. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 12 Battambang Enjoy a tour of this town today, including a ride on the Norry popularly known as Cambodia’s bamboo railway originally built by French-colonial settlers and used as a cottage-industry today.

DAY 14 Phnom Penh Visit the Royal Palace and its silver tiled pagoda. See Khmer art and sculpture from different periods of Cambodian history in the National Museum.

The tour ends at the Central Market. The afternoon is at leisure.

Optional excursion: Genocide Museum and the ‘killing fields’.

DAY 15 Phnom Penh, Bangkok, London Heathrow Travel back to London today, via Bangkok, arriving the same evening.

Flying time: 16 hours 50 minutes to Luang Prabang, via Bangkok Internal travel: A combination of road and air Road travel by air-conditioned coach

DAY 15 Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville Drive to Sihanoukville in the morning (3-4 hours).

Stay at the Sokha Beach Resort for three nights.

DAYS 16, 17 Sihanoukville Day at leisure.

DAY 18 Sihanoukville, Phnom Penh, Bangkok Morning is at leisure. Afternoon, drive to board a flight to Bangkok.

DAY 19 Bangkok, London Board flight just past midnight, arriving at Heathrow the same morning.

BANGKOK – 3 Days DAY 15 Phnom Penh, Bangkok Fly to Bangkok in the morning. Stay at the Rembrandt hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure.

DAY 16 Bangkok Day at leisure.

Optional excursion: Half day city tour DAY 17 Bangkok, London Fly back to Heathrow, at midday, arriving the same evening.

DEPARTURE, DATES AND PRICES 2014 \ 15 Departure

Day

per person

Single room supplement

23-Jan-14

Thu

£2585

£345

13-Feb-14

Thu

£2585

£345

20-Feb-14

Thu

£2585

£345

13-Mar-14

Thu

£2585

£345

03-Apr-14

Thu

£2585

£345

18-Sep-14

Thu

£2585

£345

16-Oct-14

Thu

£2626

£345

13-Nov-14

Thu

£2625

£345

04-Dec-14

Thu

£2625

£345

22-Jan-15

Thu

£2695

£390

26-Feb-15

Thu

£2695

£390

12-Mar-15

Thu

£2695

£390

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS

Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout in Laos Local guides in Cambodia

Reduction for self arranged international flights to Bangkok: £500 Business class: supplement from £1425 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast; lunch on days 4, 10, 12

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SIHANOUKVILLE BEACH BREAK – 5 Days

DAY 13 Battambang, Phnom Penh A long journey by road (5-6 hours) towards Phnom Penh, set on the banks of the mighty Mekong River.

Check-in to stay at the Juliana Hotel for two nights.

International flights: Thai International Airways

MALVERN WORLD TRAVEL TEL: 01684 562406

EXTENSIONS

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Sihanoukville beach break - 5 days

£305

£195

Bangkok - 3 days

£115

£65

Balloon over Angkor

£28

£12

Sunset by Quad bike, Siem Reap

£39

£20

Genocide Museum, Phnom Penh

£24

£22

Half day Bangkok Tour

£36

£18

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GROUP TOURS | INDOCHINA

DISCOVER INDOCHINA Hanoi

INDOCHINA Pakbeng Chiang Rai

Discover Indochina

Halong Bay

London – Chiang Rai – Pakbeng – Luang Prabang – Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hue – Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City – Siem Reap – Phnom Penh - London

Luang Prabang

DAY 1 London Fly to Bangkok on a direct flight from Heathrow.

Hue

Hoi An

Siem Reap

Phnom Penh

Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 2 Bangkok, Chiang Rai Arrive in Bangkok and connect to an onward flight to Chiang Rai. On arrival, transfer and check-in to the Dusit Island Resort hotel for an overnight stay.

The remainder of the day is at leisure with a welcome dinner at a local restaurant in the evening.

DAY 3 Chiang Rai, Pakbeng Start early morning for a 3 hour drive to Huay Xai on the Thai-Laotian border. Upon completion of visa formalities, board a private, local-style boat for a cruise down the Mekong towards Pakbeng (6 hours), passing by idyllic scenes of rural villages set along the river. Stop en route for lunch. On arrival, stay overnight at the simple Pakbeng Lodge.

DAY 4 Pakbeng, Luang Prabang Rise early today for a visit to the Pakbeng village market to see ethnic people from several hill tribes.

Continue down the river towards Luang Prabang, stopping en route at the Pak Ou Caves situated at the mouth of the Nam Ou river. On arrival, late afternoon, transfer to the Shanti Resort and Spa hotel for two nights.

DAY 5 Luang Prabang Visit Talat local market and explore this veritable treasure-trove of beautiful temples and historical monuments including its many pagodas and the National Museum, formerly the Royal Palace. In the afternoon take a walk through the town to see its beautiful French colonial buildings and the local market. View the town and its surroundings atop Mount Phousi at sunset.

DAY 8 Hanoi, Halong Bay A morning drive to the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. Board a traditional junk for an overnight cruise. As you set sail into the bay, pass limestone islands and visit Sung Sot cave. Trekking and swimming at Titov island.

DAY 9 Halong Bay, Hue Visit Luon cave in the morning, disembark and transfer back to Hanoi with lunch en-route. Take the evening flight to Hue and check in to the Camellia Hue hotel for two nights.

DAY 10 Hue Visit the Imperial tombs of Tu Duc, the longest reigning Vietnamese Emperor, and Khai Dinh, the last monument of the Nyugen dynasty. The afternoon sightseeing includes a tour of the Old Imperial City, which is modelled after the Forbidden City in Beijing. Also visit the Thien Mu Pagoda before taking a boat back to the hotel on the Perfume River.

DAY 11 Hue, Hoi An In the morning drive to Danang ( 3-4 hours), crossing the picturesque Hai Van pass. Also have the chance to visit the Cham Museum which houses the finest examples of Cham art, reflecting 1,000 years of Hindu influence in Vietnam. Continue the drive south to Hoi An, past the Marble Mountains and numerous villages, before checking in at the Hoi An Trails Resort and Spa hotel for three nights.

DAY 12 Hoi An Enjoy a morning walking tour of Hoi An, once a prosperous trading post. Afternoon at leisure.

DAY 6 Luang Prabang, Hanoi Day at leisure. Take an evening flight to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. Transfer to the Anise hotel for a two night stay.

DAY 13 Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City This morning, fly from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City. Stay at the Libery Central hotel for three nights. In the afternoon, visit Chinatown, Thien Hau Pagoda and the lively Ben Thanh market.

DAY 7 Hanoi A full day tour starts with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum, the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university, established in the 11th century. Also visit the Ngoc Son temple, on the Hoan Kiem Lake.

In the afternoon visit the Museum of Ethnology on the outskirts of town and later take a walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter to glimpse bustling local life.

DAY 14 Ho Chi Minh City Enjoy a morning excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels, a two hour drive out of the city, to see the vital role they played as communication routes, storage facilities and living quarters throughout the American war. In the afternoon take a city tour to see the former Presidential Palace now known as the Reunification Hall, the War Museum and the Notre Dame cathedral.

DAY 15 Ho Chi Minh City A full day out to Mekong Delta. Tour the Cai Be floating market and explore the smaller waterways and canals by local boat, visiting orchards and local cottage industries.

DAY 16 Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap in the morning and check in for three nights at the Tara Angkor hotel. In the afternoon, visit Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire with its centre piece, the Bayon temple.

DAY 17 Siem Reap Visit the Bantaey Srei temple, one of Angkor’s most significant structures, built in the 10th century and dedicated to Hindu god Shiva. In the afternoon see the well preserved carvings at Angkor Wat. Witness the spectacular sunset in the countryside.

DAY 18 Siem Reap This morning take a short drive through the countryside to Tonle Sap Lake, stopping to visit a local village en route. Board a local boat for a glimpse of life on this Great Lake of Cambodia to see floating schools, police stations and markets. The afternoon is at leisure.

Optional excursions: Balloon over Angkor, Sunset by Quad bike DAY 19 Siem Reap, Phnom Penh Journey by road (6-7 hours) towards Phnom Penh, set on the banks of the mighty Mekong river.

Check-in to stay at the Juliana Hotel for two nights.

DAY 20 Phnom Penh Explore the sights in and around this capital city, which has the atmosphere of a provincial French town. Visit the Royal Palace and its silver-tiled pagoda. See Khmer art and sculpture from different periods of Cambodian history in the National Museum. The tour ends at the Central Market. The afternoon is at leisure.

Optional excursion: Genocide Museum and the ‘killing fields’ DAY 21 Phnom Penh, Bangkok, London Travel back to Heathrow today, via Bangkok, arriving the same evening.

INDOCHINA

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Discover Indochina From the grand temples of Angkor and the laidback town of Hoi An, to the islands of Halong Bay, vast stretches of the Mekong Delta, ancient monasteries of Luang Prabang; our Discover Indochina tour promises to be the trip of a lifetime.

Take in the very best this region has to offer starting with a downstream cruise on the mighty Mekong, travelling via Pakbeng, to Luang Prabang and then journey onward into scenic Vietnam. After sightseeing in Hanoi and an overnight cruise in Halong Bay, travel southward on the Vietnamese coast to the charming towns of Hue and Hoi An whose sights showcase fine art and architecture. Explore Ho Chi Minh City and take an excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels as well as the Cai Be floating market. Finally, fly into Siem Reap, the base to visit the impressive Angkor Wat and spend two nights in the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, before you travel back home.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 8-20 people International flights: Thai International Airways Flying time: 14 hours 30 minutes to Chiang Rai, via Bangkok Internal travel: A combination of road, boat and air Road travel by air-conditioned coach Accompanying guide: English speaking accompanying guide throughout in Vietnam and Laos Local English speaking guides in Cambodia

email malvernworldtravel@hotmail.co.uk

Day

per person

Single room supplement

15-Jan-14

Wed

£3195

£575

12-Feb-14

Wed

£3195

£575

05-Mar-14

Wed

£3195

£575

09-Apr-14

Wed

£3195

£575

10-Sep-14

Wed

£3195

£575

15-Oct-14

Wed

£3195

£575

12-Nov-14

Wed

£3195

£575

03-Dec-14

Wed

£3195

£575

14-Jan-15

Wed

£3395

£625

18-Feb-15

Wed

£3395

£625

04-Mar-15

Wed

£3395

£625

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Reduction for self arranged international flights to Bangkok: £550 Business class supplement from £1425 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast; all meals during Mekong cruise and on board Halong Bay junk.

MALVERN WORLD TRAVEL TEL: 01684 562406

Departure

http://www.malvernworldtravel.co.uk

Sunset by Quad bike, Siem Reap

£39

£20

Balloon over Angkor

£28

£12

Genocide Museum, Phnom Penh

£24

£22

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GROUP TOURS | THAILAND

CULTURAL THAILAND THAILAND

Chiang Rai

Cultural Thailand

London – Bangkok – Sukhothai – Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai - London

Chiang Mai

Sukhothai

Bangkok

DAY 1 London Fly to Bangkok on a direct service of Thai Airways or similar.

DAY 2 Bangkok Arrive in Bangkok and transfer to the Rembrandt Hotel for three nights. The rest of the day is at leisure, with a welcome dinner and cultural dance performance at a local restaurant in the evening.

DAY 3 Bangkok A full day of sightseeing in this bustling city – start with a visit to the riverside Grand Palace to see the impressive Dusit Hall and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and, later, see the colossal Reclining Buddha statue at Wat Pho. In the afternoon, ride along the River of Kings and its quiet canals. Also visit Wat Arun – the temple of Dawn.

DAY 4 Bangkok Another full day of sightseeing. Visit the floating market and continue west to Kanchanaburi to visit the bridge on the River Kwai, war museum and ‘death railway’.

DAY 5 Bangkok, Sukhothai After a morning at leisure, take a short flight to the ancient walled city of Sukhothai. Check in at the Legendha Sukhothai Hotel for two nights.

DAY 6 Sukhothai A full day’s sightseeing of World Heritage Sukhothai Historical Park and neighbouring Si Satchanalai today.

DAY 7 Sukhothai, Chiang Mai Drive to Chiang Mai (5 hours) and en route, visit the old temples in Lampang as well as the Hariphunchai Temple. Stay at the Chiang Mai Plaza hotel for three nights.

DAY 8 Chiang Mai Take an excursion to the Doi Suthep mountain to visit the temple of Doi Suthep, one of northern Thailand’s most sacred temples. Next, visit a Hmong hill tribe on Doi Pui. The afternoon’s sightseeing features the city temples of Wat Suan Dok, Wat Chiang Man and Wat Phra Singh.

DAY 9 Chiang Mai An excursion to Elephant Nature Park, an elephant rescue and rehabilitation centre.

DAY 10 Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai Drive to Chiang Rai (5-6 hours) in the morning.

Stay at the Dusit resort for two nights. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 11 Chiang Rai An excursion to the border town of Mae Sai today.

In the afternoon, visit Chiang Saen, also known as the Golden Triangle, which is the meeting point of Thailand, Burma and Laos, at the confluence of the Mekong and Ruak rivers.

DAY 12 Chiang Rai, Bangkok Day at leisure.

Evening transfer to the airport for a short flight back to Bangkok.

DAY 13 Bangkok, London Take an overnight flight back to London, arriving the same morning.

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THAILAND

Departure

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Cultural Thailand

Journey with us to Thailand on our introductory tour of its amazing cultural highlights including the iconic temples and floating markets of the vibrant, capital city, Bangkok, and the ancient capital of Sukhothai, which is now a World Heritage Site. Travel north to Chiang Mai’s fascinating temples, elephant nature park and night markets. Continue to Chiang Rai to explore the Golden Triangle area on the border of Laos and Burma, to visit hill tribes, take jungle walks and cruise on the Mekong River. You have the option of extending your stay in Thailand at one of the inviting sandy beaches before travelling back home.

MALVERN WORLD TRAVEL TEL: 01684 562406

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Thai International Airways or similar Flying time: 11 hours 20 minutes to Bangkok

Day

per person

Single room supplement

16-Jan-14

Thu

£2295

£265

06-Feb-14

Thu

£2295

£265

27-Feb-14

Thu

£2295

£265

06-Mar-14

Thu

£2295

£265

10-Apr-14

Thu

£2275

£265

11-Sep-14

Thu

£2275

£242

16-Oct-14

Thu

£2275

£242

02-Nov-14

Sun

£2365

£278

Internal travel: A combination of road and air Road travel by air-conditioned coach

20-Nov-14

Thu

£2365

£278

04-Dec-14

Thu

£2395

£278

15-Jan-15

Thu

£2425

£278

Accompanying guide: Local English speaking guides for all sightseeing English speaking accompanying guide throughout for 10 or more people

05-Feb-15

Thu

£2425

£278

26-Feb-15

Thu

£2425

£278

05-Mar-15

Thu

£2425

£278

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 4, 10 & 12 Welcome dinner on day 2

Reduction for self arranged international flights: £550

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FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Business class supplement from £1425 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

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Beach breaks

Please enquire

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GROUP TOURS | MALAYSIA

WONDERS OF BORNEO

Selingan Kota Kinabalu MALAYSIA

Sandakan Sukau

Wonders of Borneo

London – Kuching – Sandakan – Selingan – Sukau – Kota Kinabalu – London DAY 1 London Fly from London Heathrow to Kuala Lumpur on Malaysia Airways.

DAY 2 Kuala Lumpur, Kuching On arrival in Kuala Lumpur transfer to an onward flight to Kuching. Check-in at the Grand Margherita hotel, for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Kuching

DAY 3 Kuching Cruise on the Santubong River to spot the rare Irrawaddy dolphin. In the afternoon, proceed to the Semenggoh Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre to view semi-wild orangutans and a collection of rainforest plants.

DAY 4 Kuching, Sandakan Take a set of flights to Sandakan this morning and transfer to the Sandakan Hotel for the night. The rest of the day is at leisure.

DAY 5 Sandakan, Selingan Transfer to the boat jetty at Sandakan and take the local ferry to Selingan Island. Stay at the Selingan Chalets for the night. The rest of the day is at leisure for swimming or snorkelling. Late-evening turtle spotting activity on the beach, led by local rangers.

DAY 6 Selingan, Sukau Return to Sandakan by ferry and drive to the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to observe the animals at feeding time. Next, drive 2-3 hours, through the countryside, to Sukau. Stay at the Eco Lodge for two nights.

DAY 7 Sukau Take an early morning cruise, up the Kinabatangan River, to Ox Bow Lake to spot birds and other wildlife. Take a short jungle walk. An afternoon at leisure followed by an evening river cruise to spot more flora and fauna.

DAY 8 Sukau, Kota Kinabalu Take a boat back to Sandakan this morning and fly to Kota Kinabalu. Stay at the Beringgis Beach Resort and Spa for three nights.

Optional upgrade: Shangri-la Tanjung Aru DAYS 9, 10 Kota Kinabalu Day at leisure.

Optional excursion: Kinabalu National Park DAY 11 Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur Day at leisure until the evening. Fly to Kuala Lumpur to board a return flight to Heathrow.

DAY 12 Kuala Lumpur, London Arrive at Heathrow in the morning.

EXTENSIONS DANUM VALLEY OR TABIN WILDLIFE RESERVE - 2 Nights DAY 8 Sukau, Danum Valley /Tabin Wildlife Reserve Transfer from Sukau to Lahad Datu and then to Borneo Rainforest Lodge or Tabin Wildlife reserve for two nights. Lunch at the lodge. Enjoy activities at the resort.

DAY 9 Danum Valley/Tabin Wildlife Reserve A day of activities at the resort.

DAY 10 Danum Valley/Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Kota Kinabalu Guided morning walk. Lunch at resort before transferring to Lahad Datu for a flight to Kota Kinabalu. Stay at the Beringgis Beach Resort and Spa for three nights.

Optional upgrade: Shangri-la Tanjung Aru

DAYS 11, 12 Kota Kinabalu Day at leisure.

Optional excursion: Kinabalu National Park

DAY 13 Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur Day at leisure until the evening. Fly to Kuala Lumpur to board a return flight to Heathrow.

DAY 14 Kuala Lumpur, Heathrow Arrive at Heathrow in the morning.

MALAYSIA

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Wonders of Borneo On our tour of Malaysian Borneo venture into some of the world’s oldest rainforests, teeming with a wild array of exotic flora and fauna as well as canopy walkways and mysterious cave systems. One of the largest islands in the world, Borneo offers a fantastic combination of nature, culture and beaches. Start in Kuching, the city of the White Rajas, before journeying to the beautiful surroundings of Sukau. Continue on to Sepilok Orang-Utan centre where this fascinating creature can be seen up close. After exploring the Kinabatangan River to spot wildlife, travel to Kota Kinabalu, one of the most unique and biologically diverse areas in the world, where there is the opportunity to trek inside Kinabalu National Park before you travel back home.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Group size: 4-20 people International flights: Malaysia Airways Flying time: 15 hours 20 minutes to Kuching, via Kuala Lumpur

per person

Single room supplement

19-Mar-14

Wed

£2229

£309

16-Apr-14

Wed

£2229

£325

07-May-14

Wed

£2185

£325

11-Jun-14

Wed

£2195

£325

16-Jul-14

Wed

£2275

£345

06-Aug-14

Wed

£2315

£345

17-Sep-14

Wed

£2235

£325

15-Oct-14

Wed

£2185

£325

18-Mar-15

Wed

£2285

£325

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS AND REDUCTIONS Business class supplement from £1550 per person return

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS – EXCURSIONS

Accompanying guide: Local English speaking guides for all tours

Tabin Wildlife Reserve - 2 nights

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast All meals in Selingan and Sukau.

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Reduction for self arranged international flights to Kuala Lumpur: £525

Internal travel: A combination of road, air and boat Road travel by air-conditioned coach

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Departure

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£429

£221

Danum Valley - 2 nights

£732

£155

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru - 3 nights

£178

£114

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru - Jul, Aug

£239

£175

Kinabalu National Park

£99

£95

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Weather, visa and other travel information Destination INDIA AMRITSAR CHENNAI (Madras) COCHIN (Kochi) DARJEELING DELHI GOA SHIMLA NEPAL KATHMANDU SRILANKA COLOMBO BHUTAN PARO CHINA BEIJING GUILIN SHANGHAI JAPAN TOKYO KYOTO TAIWAN TAIPEI VIETNAM HANOI HO CHI MINH CITY CAMBODIA SIEM REAP LAOS LUANG PRABANG BURMA YANGON THAILAND BANGKOK

CHIANG MAI PHUKET MALAYSIA KUALA LUMPUR KOTA KINABALU

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Visa requirement

Temperature: Max: Maximum average temp °C; Min: Minimum average temp °C; Rainfall: Average monthly rainfall in millimetres.

Visas: Y = required; N = Not required; Arr = Visa on arrival; ETA = Electronic Travel Authority Time difference: in relation to GMT +/Flying times: The flying time for shortest flight duration is given. These may be direct or require a connection enroute 62

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TransIndus Limited Booking Conditions for Group tours

Introduction:

We hope you have enjoyed going through our brochure and found a suitable holiday. We recommend you read our Booking Conditions, which are governed by British law and are designed to protect your rights. Irrespective of your booking coming to us directly or via a retail travel agent your contract is deemed to with TransIndus Limited.

1. How to Book Having chosen your holiday you just need to complete the Booking Form in the back brochure or online on and forward it to us with an appropriate deposit. You my wish book make a payment of the deposit and give us your details over the telephone. A booking form will need be sent subsequently. In addition we work with a number of excellent retail agents throughout the UK and Ireland and you may chose to book your holiday through one of them. The agent will hold your deposit on behalf of TransIndus but your contract in all cases will deem to exist with TransIndus. Please note, if a retail agent fails to adequately/fully convey your special requirements to TransIndus Limited, or our advice/ instructions to you, we will not be responsible. TransIndus will normally confirm your order via a ‘Booking Acceptance Letter’ within 7 days working days.

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Holidays excluding flights are protected separately by the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) with whom TransIndus has a financial bonding.

The UK government’s holiday protection schemes may undergo change we would recommend you look up our updated Booking Conditions on the website at the time of booking.

When booking through an agent for arrangements that include, but are not limited to, TransIndus’ arrangements, your contract will deem to be with the agent and not with TransIndus. TransIndus is such circumstance will be deemed to be a supplier for your agent. Similarly, if booking only a single component eg a flight or hotel, via an agent, TransIndus will be deemed to be an supplier for the agent and will accept no liability for the provision of the service.

It is strongly recommended that all travellers be adequately insured for the holiday. You may buy the insurance through Holiday Extras, our preferred insurance providers, or locate comprehensive policy independently. If you are unable to provide proof of adequate travel insurance we will require you to sign an indemnity form absolving us of any liability which may arise owing to your failure to take out adequate insurance cover. You can get a quote or issue your insurance directly with HOLIDAY EXTRAS by calling 0871 360 2742 or visiting http:// secure.holidayextras.co.uk/transindus-insuranceukreferea Please quote our ABTA number V0705 when dealing over the telephone.

We strongly recommend you consult your doctor about mandatory health requirements, health precautions and recommended vaccinations a few months before your holiday. Additional information is available from the National Travel Health Network www.nathnac.org or the NHS website - www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) provides regular information/updates about foreign destinations and risks, if any, to British citizens when travelling to these destinations. The FCO advice can be seen on their website www.fco.gov.uk/travel; they can also be contacted on 020 7238 4503.

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5. Confirmation and Final Payment

14 hrs +8:00

When you book and pay for an ATOL protected air holiday package you will receive an ATOL Certificate confirming your holiday contract and your protection under our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number (ATOL) 3429 issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Please ask for it and check to ensure that everything you booked (flights, hotels and other services) is listed on it. You will subsequently be sent a Booking Acceptance Letter from us. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, CAA will protect your holiday arrangements arrange to refund any money you have paid. If already travelling the CAA will ensure you are not left stranded overseas. For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk and www.atol.org.uk/ ATOLCertificate. The price of our air holiday packages includes the ATOL Protection Contribution (APC) we pay to the CAA.

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A deposit of £400 per person is payable when placing an order for holidays worth £2500 per person or under. A higher deposit of £500 per person is payable for order above £2500 per person. Cruises and some hotels, beach resorts, wildlife lodges may require a higher deposit or even full payment at their discretion, especially during peak season. We will advise you of these at the time of the booking or as soon as we are made aware. Please note all deposits are non-refundable; except in instances when we cancel the holiday or express our inability to operate it.

12.5 hrs 16 hrs

The balance amount for your holiday is must be paid no later than 8 weeks before departure; Final documentation will not be released unless full payment has been received by due days and If payments are delayed without notification or adequate reason we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled retaining the deposit. If the booking is made within 8 weeks of departure, the full cost of the holiday is payable at the time of booking.

While in most instances we are able to confirm all the arrangements within a few weeks of receiving the order, in some instances changes may be required or some confirmations may take longer. If we need to make a significant change to the itinerary booked, it is done with your concurrence. It is thus important that you give us your contact telephone numbers, both for daytime and evenings, so that changes can be communicated, discussed and implementated.

For minor variations in the itinerary we do not make supplementary charges nor do we offer reductions. If however the cost variation exceeds 2% of the total holiday price (excluding visa), you may be required to pay the difference, if the costs go up, or become entitled to a refund, if the costs go down.

If the very nature of the holiday changes due to non-availability of significant portion(s) of the tour, such as internal flights, we will ourselves offer you the option of a later departure or cancellation with full refund. An exception to this condition may be made for bookings within 8 weeks of departure. In such instances we may have to pay non-refundable deposits for confirming certain portions of the itinerary. If such last minute bookings are cancelled due to nonavailability of some portion(s) of the holiday, we would expect you to pay for the costs incurred by us.

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6. Travel Documents, Passports & Visas

11. Your responsibility

You will need a passport with a minimum validity of six months from the intended date of return to the UK which must contain at least two blank pages for the issuance of a visa (additional pages required if visiting more than one country). Information on how to obtain a visa, if required, will be sent to you with the confirmation of your booking.

The visa and health requirements are detailed separately in the brochure. It is your responsibility to ensure you have valid passports, visas, vaccinations, foreign exchange for personal expenses, etc., and we do not accept any liability for non-communication of relevant details to you. If any service offered by us is not clear, you should get written confirmation from us about its inclusion in the price.

Travel documents are normally sent to you approximately 2 weeks before departure. These include your international flight tickets (if purchased through us), final itinerary, local contacts at your destination, baggage tags, some useful tips and suggestions including on tipping, etc. Vouchers for hotels and internal travel, etc., are delivered on arrival at the destination.

7. Price Guarantee The price of your holiday is fully guaranteed. This guarantee is applicable once we have accepted your booking via a Booking Acceptance Letter and is subject to all payments being received by due dates. The price guarantee applies to complete holidays bought from us and does not cover the purchase of individual items such as airline tickets or hotel rooms. Thus if a flight is quoted separately, it is not protected against future cost increases prior to ticketing. Supplements such as club class upgrades or higher grade rooms in hotels are not covered by this guarantee.

It may be noted that price variations due to increases in fuel surcharges and airport taxes are not governed by this guarantee.

8. Alteration or Cancellation by you If you wish to alter your programme after the booking has been accepted, for reasons other than non-availability of the portion sought to be altered, an amendment fee of £50 per set of alterations per person will be charged, in addition to the cost increase caused by the alterations.

Changing the date of departure will entail a higher amendment fee of £100 per person. If the alteration or date change is requested after the balance amount has become payable, higher costs may apply, especially if the change has a knock-on effect on the remaining arrangements or if suppliers have been paid.

Any requests for alteration, once the tour has begun, will be treated sympathetically but we cannot guarantee their implementation. Any costs incurred in making such alterations, by us or our agents, will be passed on to you and the unutilised portion of the holiday will attract 100% cancellation charges.

Should you wish to cancel your tour, you must notify TransIndus in writing stating the reasons for cancellation. In some cases you may be covered by your insurance policy. Such cancellation will deem to take place only on the date of receipt of your written request and will attract the following cancellation charges: 9. Cancellation of a tour by us before departure We reserve the right to cancel a holiday on offer by us, without assigning reasons at any time over 8 weeks before departure date. If such cancellation takes place, we will offer you a comparable alternative or at your option refund all monies paid by you.

If a holiday cancellation takes place within 8 weeks of departure it will be for one of the following reasons: a) Due to non-payment or late payment of the balance amount due.

In such cases an alternative holiday or refund will not be available and cancellation charges will apply. b) Due to circumstances beyond our control such as cancellation of international or domestic scheduled service, technical problems with transportation, civil disorder or the threat of such, riots, strikes, natural disasters, accident or pollution, terrorist activity or the threat of such, war or the threat of war, etc. In deciding whether it is safe to visit a certain destination or not, we depend on the advice of the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office. In such instances we may offer comparable alternative arrangements or if you choose, we may make a full refund of all monies paid. c) Due to non-availability of significant portions of anitinerary. In such instances we may offer comparable alternative arrangements or at your option make a full refund of all monies paid except in cases where the booking is made within 8 weeks of departure.

In the unlikely event of us cancelling a holiday within 8 weeks of departure for reasons other than those listed above, we will offer you a compensation of £50 per person and if such cancellation is within 14 days of departure then a higher amount of £75 per person.

10. Alterations to your tour Programme by us We will make all reasonable efforts to provide you with booked tour arrangements as per itineraries in the brochure but cannot rule out occasional changes and reserve the right to change accommodation, internal trains and flights or the sightseeing schedule due to availability or unforeseen circumstances.

If the changes are significant we will inform you of these before departure, if possible, and offer you comparable alternative arrangements or at your option make a full refund of all monies paid. A significant change is one that involves a change of airport for international flights to and from your holiday destination, the outward or return journey being rescheduled by more than twelve hours or the omission of a featured overnight stop in the itinerary. Where such changes take place for reasons within our control we will offer you a compensation of £25 per person if you had paid the full holiday price by the prescribed date. Where the change is due to circumstances beyond our control amounting to force majeure, such as weather conditions, technical problems, civil disorder, decisions by governments or other associations, etc., we will offer comparable alternative arrangements or if you choose refund fully the monies paid by you.

If any of the circumstances amounting to force majeure occurs during a tour we reserve the right to alter the tour programme, as required depending upon the circumstance, without offering any compensation.

We may consider a refund for the unutilised portion of the tour if we are able to secure any refunds.

We reserve the right to cancel your holiday anytime during its operation if you are found to be behaving in a socially unacceptable manner or indulging in an illegal activity. In such cases no refund will be offered for the unutilised portion of the holiday and TransIndus will further claim from you the costs of your return to the parent country.

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12. Our responsibility We accept responsibility for ensuring that the holiday which you book with us is supplied as described in this brochure, or any other literature printed by us, and the services offered reach a reasonable standard. In the unlikely event that any part is not provided as promised, for reasons within our control, we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your holiday. We accept responsibility for the acts and/or omissions of our employees, agents and suppliers except where they lead to death, injury or illness and except where the supplier is a government or quasi-government institution. Our liability in all cases shall be limited to a maximum of three times the cost of the portion of holiday adversely affected.

We accept responsibility for death, injury or illness caused by the negligent acts and/or omissions of our employees or agents together with our suppliers and sub-contractors, servants and/or agents of the same whilst acting within the scope of, or in the course of their employment in the provision of your holiday. We will accordingly pay to our clients such damages as might have been awarded in such circumstances under English Law. In respect of carriage by scheduled air, sea, other water bodies like rivers and lakes, and rail transports the provision of accommodation and services in these are the responsibility of the providers of these transports and we merely act as agents for these providers. Our liability in all such cases will be limited in the manner provided by the relevant international convention. Thus if a scheduled flight or train or ship has delays or changes in schedule or cancellation of service we are not obliged to offer alternative arrangements, it is the providers of these services who are responsible. We will, however, try our best to assist in the provision of alternative services, if required, on receipt of appropriate payment for these.

If any client suffers death, illness or injury whilst overseas arising out of an activity which does not form part of the foreign inclusive holiday arrangement or excursion arranged through us, we shall, at our discretion, offer advice, guidance and assistance but are not liable for the consequences of such independent act.

If you avail of a service during the course of your holiday which is not part of your contract with us, we will not be liable for the provision of that service or its quality even if you purchase it through our agents or their representatives. Similarly if we recommend a restaurant or a shop or any reading material or any other establishment it is to assist you, and often at your request, and we do not accept any responsibility for the quality or content of the service received from these.

13. Inclusions and exclusions in the Tour Price The inclusions and exclusions in the tour price are given on our website http://www.transindus.co.uk 14. Arbitration If you have cause for complaint during the holiday please bring it to the notice of our Local representative/agent and/or the hotel who will try their best to solve the problem immediately. It is not advisable to do nothing about a problem when it occurs but to later write to us seeking recompense. If we feel we/our agents were not afforded an opportunity to redress a problem when it occurred, we will not be able to offer compensation if it is brought to our attention later/your return home. If the problem remains unresolved in spite of your pointing it out locally to our agents when it occurred, please write to us within 28 days of the completion of the holiday. We will investigate the complaint and respond to you within 28 days.

In the unlikely event of us not being able to reach an amicable settlement you may refer the dispute to an arbitrator appointed by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators under a special scheme devised for the travel industry. The scheme provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration based on documentation alone with restricted liability of the client in respect of costs. The scheme does not apply to claims greater than £5000 per person or £25000 per booking form or to claims, which are solely, or mainly in respect of physical injury or illness. The application for arbitration must be made within nine months of the date of return from the holiday but in special circumstances it may still be offered outside this period.

15. Data Protection Statement Please be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal booking information held by us. This information will be passed on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements.

The information may also be provided to public authorities such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies. If you travel outside the European Economic Area, controls on data protection may not be as strong as the legal requirements in Europe. If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers, whether in the EEA or not, we will be unable to provide your booking. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. If we need to give your details to anyone other than those listed above we will do so only with your consent.

16. Jurisdiction Your holiday contract with TransIndus is made on the terms of these Booking Conditions which are governed by English Law and both parties shall submit to the jurisdiction of English Courts at all times.

17. Validity The prices given in our brochure and on our website are valid until 31st December 2014, with seasonal variations, and are subject to the price guarantee mentioned earlier. If you wish to travel after this date, we will be happy to provide you with a quotation.

18. Brochure Accuracy While we have taken great care to ensure the information provided herein is accurate, there may be the occasional error in in advertised prices or itinerary content. We request you to kindly check the price and tour details with us at the time of booking.

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Visas

If you require a visa for your holiday please speak to our preferred visa service partner CIBT. As a TransIndus client you will qualify for a preferential rate.

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As part of this initiative, TransIndus has pledged to contribute £5 to a TOFT funded Community or Tiger Conservation Projects for every client of ours who visits a tiger reserve in India or Nepal for two nights or more.

We will be pleased to add a similar contribution from you in your invoice unless you choose to opt out.

Emergency contact details (non-traveller)

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The Jaipur Virasat Foundation ( JVF) is a charitable trust, set up in September 2002, to conserve Jaipur’s heritage, and brings together traditional creative arts and craft skills with modern market requirements and skills to generate employment. It hosts the Jaipur Heritage International Festival, held each January, which showcases the JVF’s work and features performances, seminars, workshops, exhibitions, parades and shopping bazaars. Many of our clients build their visits to Jaipur around the Festival and partake in some of the workshops designed to preserve the creative arts

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Jeevika Trust: Founded in 1970 Jeevika, meaning ‘livelihood’ in Hindi, aims to help ‘village India’ embrace all the primary conditions for a viable, dignified and hopeful livelihood through work and employment.

Jeevika focuses on ‘tackling the roots of poverty...by revitalising rural communities’ and developing skills amongst women and children in these areas. Jeevika’s work was concentrated around the Schumacher Institute for Appropriate Technology and Rural Development (SIAT), near Lucknow, but it extended its horizons across Orissa and Tamil Nadu in 2005. We at TransIndus are proud of be a part of the trust and help with fund raising and awareness activities.

Travel Operators for Tigers (TOFT): A unique campaign founded by a group of concerned tour operators, TOFT has now expanded to become a pioneering international ‘collective action’ campaign, run by travel professionals, aimed at developing better tourism practices in wilderness areas and developing specific guidelines for operators and accommodation providers as well as visitors. The initiative also aims to empower local communities by involving them in tourism projects, creating employment and helping develop small sustainable business opportunities that support wildlife conservation, such as waste and water management, and trade cooperatives. http://www.toftigers.org/.

Relationship

TransIndus works with the foundation to identify better, low impact operations. We also support the foundation by donating £1 per traveller to the foundation. For more information about the Travel Foundation click on http://www.thetravelfoundation.org.uk

Sumavanam: Sumavanam is a non fee-paying school catering to the under-privileged near Madanapalle in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, 3 hours’ drive from Bangalore. It is one of two schools financed by the Neel Bagh Trust, an educational trust set up in 1974 by David Horsburgh, MBE, a renowned educationist with the British Council. There are around 25 pupils in the school ranging in age from 5 to 18. If you would like to contribute to the school please make your cheques payable to the ‘Neel Bagh Educational Foundation’ and send them to TransIndus. The Foundation is administered in the UK by Lord Balfour of Burleigh.

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The Travel Foundation: Founded in 2003, this is the UK travel industry’s own charity, set up to respond to concerns over the sustainability of travel and tourism, that it exists to protect and enhance the environment and to improve the well-being of destination communities as well as the holiday experience for visitors.

If you wish to make a donation you can do so via TransIndus or directly to the Lebenslicht Charitable Trust: Account Number: 30004890358, LEBENSLICHT Charitable Trust, State Bank of India, Technopark Branch, Trivandrum, Swift Code: SBININBB565

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We encourage active participation among clients. This can be both fun and rewarding and we will be happy to include such visits to some of these projects in your tailor-made holiday, should you so wish.

Pratham: Started in the slums of Mumbai in 1994, as a result of the vision of a couple of committed individuals, the goal of the Pratham team has been to ensure that “every child is in school... and is learning well”. Since its formation, Pratham has reached out to over a million children in 21 states in India. Community volunteers, mostly young enthusiastic women from slums themselves, implement the Pratham programmes. In 2000, The Global Development Network Award, sponsored by the World Bank / Government of Japan was awarded to Pratham, which was named as one of the top three “most innovative development projects”. You can send your contributions to TransIndus, making the cheque payable to “Pratham UK Ltd”. More details on www.pratham.org.

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We work closely with AiTO, Tourism Concern and the Travel Foundation in the UK along with resources within our own organisation to support sustainable projects. Projects include the Jeevika Trust, Seva Mandir, Jaipur Virasat, Travel Operators for Tigers (TOFT), Colachel and Sumavanam who support wildlife and communities in Rajasthan, Andhra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Orissa, Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka.

Karunya Kindergarten, Colachel: After the devastating Boxing Day tsunami of 2004, many TransIndus clients sent unsolicited contributions to us with the request that we make best use of the money.

With this and a significant contribution of our own, we went to the fishing village of Colachel in coastal Tamil Nadu, devastated by the tsunami. With the aid of International donations the Lebenslicht Charitable Trust had helped build a village school for orphaned children and TransIndus promised to provide a hot lunch for the children to make sure they got at least one nutritious meal a day. Our involvement continues to date and we are proud to report a happy, healthy school community with lively children who enjoy learning through scholastic and extracurricular activities. To find out more visit http://www.lebenslicht.org/

of Rajasthan. We will be happy to build a visit to the festival for you.

If you wish to make a donation to the JVF, you can do so via TransIndus or directly to the ‘Jaipur Heritage Trust Limited’, 119 Flood Street, London SW3 5TD. For more details you can visit www.jaipurfestival.org.

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At TransIndus we make every effort to ensure that our holidays have a positive environmental, social and economic impact on local communities. We support local schools, wildlife conservation and village projects and favour the use of responsible local hotels, lodges and guest-houses.

You can make a donation through TransIndus or visit http://www.jeevika.org.uk/HowYouCanHelp/ MakingADonation.htm to make a secure payment directly to the trust.

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