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ASIA & THE SUBCONTINENT

SMALL GROUPS

LOCAL LEADERS

SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL

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Intrepid Curiosity is where every Intrepid adventure begins.

Every Intrepid adventure starts with curiosity.

A desire to understand, to learn something new, to challenge beliefs and push boundaries. To switch on our out-of-office alerts, to say farewell to daily routines, to have fun.

To be Intrepid is to be driven by a desire to understand, so we can learn something new, challenge our beliefs, and push our boundaries.

For some, that means trying an ingredient they can’t pronounce.

For some, being Intrepid means trying a dish they can’t pronounce, or learning the salsa in a Cuban bar. It’s climbing a mountain, or an encounter with a silverback gorilla.

For others it’s choosing to go on a solo

For others, it’s packing for a solo adventure, getting out of that bubble of familiarity, and making new friends in all corners of the globe.

lead you to moments of discovery.

Whether you’ve been travelling for years or you’ve never left home, we want to lead you to those moments of discovery, to satisfy that curiosity, to be Intrepid.

Because now, more than ever, the world needs more Intrepid people.

adventure and make new friends.

Whether you’ve been travelling for years or you’ve never left home, we want to Because now, more than ever, the world needs more Intrepid people.

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Why

We run thousands of trips in a range of styles and visit every continent on earth. And we do it all with our signature attention to detail and passion for real life experiences. Our destination experts are constantly scouring the globe for sights and experiences to share – so you can discover your new favourite place, or explore a guidebook staple from a new perspective.

Luxor, Egypt

choose Intrepid

more destinations, more ways to travel

Legendary local leaders

The ultimate itineraries

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Get ready to go beyond the main streets and into the heart of a destination. Travelling with our expert local leaders means you can focus on being in the moment instead of worrying about missing the last train out of town or where you can safely stroll. It’s adventure travel with all the boring details taken care of, guided by a local who wants to bring you into their world.

We know this is your trip of a lifetime, and we’re committed to making it unforgettable. Our itineraries strike the perfect balance between the structured and the spontaneous, with a focus on experiences only made possible when you’re travelling with a local leader. You want freedom and flexibility as well as the highlights – that’s why we craft tours that give you both.

Agra, India

Everest Base Camp, Nepal

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Travel for good

Smaller groups

Oaxaca, Mexico

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Our groups are perfectly sized – on average, just ten travellers – to let you feel like you’re exploring a destination independently, but big enough to create a good social vibe.

Whether it’s swapping stories at a local homestay, sharing a table at a hole-in-thewall restaurant, or enjoying a drink at the end of a jam-packed day, our small group size opens up big opportunities the larger groups can only dream of.

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We know our travellers care about the world as much as we do. From a meal made with produce grown on a family-run farm to learning how to basket-weave in a small village that’s home to a communitybased tourism project, when you travel with us you know that your journey is giving back. Don’t just take our word for it – as the world’s first travel B Corp, we follow strict ethical standards on sustainability, supply chains and social responsibility.

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We’re all about real life experiences.

The surprising moments that turn into

GET AROUND, GO DEEPER

the stories you tell for years to come.

You’ll find them off the beaten track, in

Wherever possible, we do things the local way – including transport. It’s better for the environment and a great way to immerse yourself in another culture. From gliding through the backwaters of Kerala in a pole boat, to zipping through Tochigi on a bullet train, we choose ways to get you there that take you deeper.

the bustle of a Marrakech souk or a quiet village along the Mekong Delta. These experiences are raw, authentic and totally unforgettable.

Authentic food We know that food while you travel is more than fuel, and our trips include meals that enhance your adventure and give you a taste of the local flavours. Think a traditional Khmer dinner in the grounds of a Cambodian temple, or a hearty dinner with an Amish family in Berlin, Ohio.

Halong Bay junk boat, Vietnam

STAY REAL We think where you lay your head can be just as immersive as what you see in the day. Like spending the night at a 17th-century Rajasthani castle or a gite in the High Atlas Mountains. No matter where we stay, we always choose locally run accommodation.

The Nile, Egypt

Local connections

Rabat, Morocco

By sharing laughter, stories and adventures with local people, you’ll learn about different ways of life. More importantly, you’ll find common ground. We believe you’ll learn more sharing a meal in a small community in Vietnam’s Da Bac or staying in a Nepalese village recovering from the 2015 earthquake, than wearing a headset and following a flag.

The iconic and the unexpected Sure, the first time you look at a famous monument is incredible, but so is finding yourself in the middle of a village football game or sharing a laugh with a market vendor. Our trips combine the iconic with the unexpected to give you genuine insight into local life.

Bijaipur, India

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Sacred Valley, Peru

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See the world y a w ur

food These tours get you munching, crunching, sipping and slurping just like a local. Bibimbap, kimchi, gochujang and craft beer all await you on a South Korea Real Food Adventure, see page 111.

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festivals

No matter what kind of adventure you’re looking for, our pump the pedals, discover a destination through its culinary treats, or travel with kids, our diverse range of themed itineraries have got you covered.

Find out more at intrepidtravel.com/theme

Each journey may begin with a single step, but some require a few more than others.

Explore a different path and challenge your body and spirit with an epic trip through the Himalayas on an Annapurna Base Camp Trek, see page 81.

BASIX Authentic experiences and the icons at a great price, our Basix trips feature simple accommodation, local transport and are perfect for the independent traveller.

COMFORT More inclusions, cushier accommodation and a more relaxed pace – comfort trips are adventure travel with some of the rough edges smoothed away.

cycling walk & trek

Every one of our trips has a particular style.

It’s a way to help pick the adventure that best suits you, whether you’re after just the essentials, a whole bunch of inclusions or a little bit of both. The choice is yours.

ORIGINAL These are the trips we’ve built our reputation on! A mix of included activities and free time, tourist-class hotels and unique accommodation, some meals on us and the chance to follow your nose.

These trips are lantern-lit, confetti-filled celebrations to remember. Go behind the scenes to watch feats of strength and displays of culture during Mongolia’s Naadam Festival – enter CBSOS on our website to find out more.

themed trips will help you to find it. Whether you want to

choose your style

It’s just you, the wind and the wide‑open road. Cycle beyond the big city lights of Tokyo through peaceful seaside villages and bamboo forests on our Cycle Japan Adventure, see page 109.

PHYSICAL RATING Each of our trips has a physical rating, so you can tell how exerting a trip is and how fit you’ll need to be to enjoy it. As a guide:

adventure Cruising sailing Navigate the seas and learn the ropes or kick back on deck and soak up the rays – our sailing trips have something for everyone. Glide off the tourist trail and into the clear waters around Myanmar on the Mergui Archipelago Sailing Experience, see page 60.

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Our small ships can dock in remote ports that the big boats can’t reach, so you can get to know the secret spots like a local. Head east of Bali in search of Komodo dragons and deserted beaches on an Indonesian Island Cruise, see page 64.

Easy and relaxing Bring your walking shoes An average level of fitness required Action-packed, physically demanding Full-on active adventure for the more agile traveller

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s r e d Meet your Lea Our award-winning leaders are a diverse bunch with one thing in common: a passion for their part of the world.

Here are just some you might meet on your travels.

nadia IRAN

RamHari NEPAL

sasha THAILAND

Whether she’s taking travellers to the best pad ka prow stall in Bangkok or the floating markets of Amphawa, Sasha helps people really connect with Thailand with her signature warmth and local knowledge. What matters most to Sasha is being kind and open, having fun, and providing her groups with an awesome experience of Thailand.

Ankita INDIA

She’s a friend and a translator, a problem-solver and that allimportant link between being a traveller and a local. And while she loves being able to travel all over India, Ankita’s favourite thing about leading for Intrepid is meeting new people and having different conversations every day. Her other fave thing? Introducing travellers to her most-loved Indian food: vegetarian thalis, a platter made up of curries, pickles, rice and bread (and watching them try to finish it!).

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Hend EGYPT

Viktor PERU

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valentina MEXICO

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We’re the

world’s biggest travel B Corp

In 2018, we made our commitment to doing good official when we became the world’s largest certified travel B Corp. Being a B Corp means we no longer merely strive to make a positive difference in the world, we are legally bound to it. Companies attain B Corp certification and a score based on how they look after their staff, maintain a clean supply chain and take corporate social responsibility seriously. That means when you choose Intrepid Travel, you can rest assured you’re travelling to improve the planet.

OUR SCORE

Animal welfare

Gender equality

In 2014, we became the first global tour operator to ban elephant rides on our trips after we funded eye-opening research by World Animal Protection.

In 2017, we committed to doubling our number of female leaders by 2020; since then, we’ve grown from 150 to over 300 female leaders globally.

Ending modern slavery

Community-based tourism

Last year, we campaigned for laws that recognised orphanage tourism as a form of modern slavery. In 2016 we removed orphanage visits from all of our itineraries.

Responsible, community-based tourism is good for travellers and locals alike. That’s why we work with organisations like ActionAid to develop projects that empower communities.

82.7 OUR MISSION

Be the best travel company for the world

Find out more at intrepidtravel.com/b-corp

travel with impact

Wind farm, Turkey

BE THE CHANGE

We don’t think travel should cost the earth, and we see it as our responsibility to help protect the planet we love to explore. We’ve been carbon neutral since 2010, and we offset the carbon emissions from our global business offices and our trips by supporting various projects all over the world. national Friends-Inter

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Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has been offering travellers a tangible, transparent way to give back to the communities we visit. It’s simple: you donate, we double your contribution, and then we give 100% of that money to a community-based project. Thanks to you, we’ve donated over AU $7 million to more than 130 local organisations around the world, helping to improve the livelihoods of vulnerable individuals and communities through sustainable travel experiences.

Find out more at theintrepidfoundation.org

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Stories

WANT TO

We all need a little destination inspiration, which is why your next stop should be

Contribute?

The Journal, Intrepid Travel’s award-winning blog. Written by travellers, for travellers,

from the ROAD TRAVEL TALES FROM THE JOURNAL

The Journal is filled with travel advice, inspiration, stories, city guides and more.

Want to know what Vietnam is like for first-

We’re always eager to hear from

time travellers, what you’ll eat in Uzbekistan,

travellers who are interested in sharing

or what it’s like sleeping on an overnight train

their travel tales, insider info and city

in India? You’ll find it on The Journal.

tips. Whether it’s an inspiring long-form

intrepidtravel.com/adventures

essay, a beautiful photo journal, or a top

TRAVELLER TALE

ten list, we want to hear from you!

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TRAVELLER TALE

TRAVELLER TALE

6 reasons why vietnam is perfect for firsttime travellers Choosing where to go for your first-ever international trip is practically the equivalent of choosing where to go on your honeymoon: It’s a ~very significant~ decision that you’ll remember forever and ever. (No pressure or anything!).

But seriously, your first trip abroad is a biggie for a million reasons, not least because it’ll be your first time experiencing a culture outside of your own. That means you’ll want your destination to hit all the standard requirements – great food, interesting stuff to do, beautiful scenery – as well as being somewhere foreigners are welcome.

May I suggest Vietnam? I went there on a group trip early on in my adventure-taking life, and it’s one of the best places for travelling with others, and for first-time international travellers in general.

Search ’6 reasons vietnam’ at intrepidtravel.com/adventures to find out why

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what it’s like travelling to uzbekistan It was raining lightly as we taxied along the runway at Tashkent airport. It was early evening; the sky was grey and the buildings lining the tarmac were large and imposing.

‘Aha,’ I thought. ‘This is exactly what I thought Uzbekistan would be like. Bleak and grey.’

It’s ironic really, because I knew nothing about the country before arriving. I shouldn’t have formulated any ideas or expectations about exactly what Uzbekistan would be like, because I had nothing to base it on. And after spending nine days exploring this Central Asian country, turns out I couldn’t have been more wrong.

Search ’uzbekistan travel’ at intrepidtravel.com/adventures to read more

everything you need to know about a night on an overnight train Picture this: you’re researching your next overseas adventure. You want to go somewhere you’ve never been before, do something a bit different, meet new people and taste new food. All the key ingredients of adventure, right?

Through a Google search or past travel experiences or a recommendation from a friend, you find yourself at Intrepid’s website. And there, you find your perfect trip. Well done. You flip through the image gallery, read through the highlights, and find a date that works for you. You start reading the day-to-day itinerary – it’s all looking so good.

But then, something stops you in your tracks. Your perfect trip involves a night (or more) on an overnight train. ‘Nope’, you think, shutting your laptop in a huff.

Your trip’s ruined. Well it definitely doesn’t have to be like that.

Search ‘overnight train’ at intrepidtravel.com/adventures to find out why

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Trips you’ll Love

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When it comes to our trips, we don’t play favourites. But with so much to see in this brochure, we thought we’d help out.

These are a few of the tours through Asia that our travellers rave about, just

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to get you started. You may soon find sipping sake at a brewery tasting, whizzing through the backstreets of Hue on a motorbike tour, wandering through the alleyways of Old Delhi, or watching the

do everest the ethical way on this iconic trek

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CUSTOM ITINERARIES Create your own itinerary or choose from one of our 2000+ pre-existing trips.

sunrise from the top of a Balinese volcano.

Beautiful Bali | Page 44

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Travelling with family, your sports team, school group or your best buddies? We can arrange a special departure just for you, or tailor-make an Intrepid-style itinerary to any one of our destinations. Better still, we can customise the itinerary by giving your trip an educational, physical or even historical focus.

yourself following a Sherpa to Base Camp,

Take it slow in sleepy, scenic villages

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PICK YOUR STYLE Travel just the way you like it. From comfort accommodation to backpacking, we can do it all.

TAKE Two of Our Most popular trips – combined

PERSONALISATION We’re a one-stop-shop for your trip, airfare and travel insurance needs, and can answer all your travel questions.

Contact our specialist team at intrepidtravel.com/ tailor-made-experiences for more details.

Best of Vietnam & Cambodia | Page 26

Everest Base Camp Trek | Page 78

An essential, intensive intro to inimitable india India’s Golden Triangle | Page 67 14 Asia & the Subcontinent

scale ruins, encounter wildlife and relax in style Best of Sri Lanka | Page 86 Asia & the Subcontinent 15

CHOOSE A TRIP…

Where to go in ASIA

HHSS

Chennai

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Mysore

IN D IA

Coonoor

Rural Heritage Stay

Pushkar

Whether you’re feeling history reverberate while walking the Great Wall of China, savouring local flavours in the backstreets of Chiang Mai, exploring the Mekong Delta by boat, conquering the climb to Everest Base Camp, watching the sun rise at the majestic Taj Mahal or set over Cambodia’s Angkor complex, this captivating continent has endless possibilities and adventures for all travellers.

Galle

Everest Base Camp

Classic Rajasthan 15 days, see page 68

Mt Everest

Kala Patthar Summit Gorak Shep Labouche Dingboche N E PA L Phortse Kathmandu Pheriche/Orsho Namche Bazaar Phakding Tengboche Monjo Lukla

Jomsom

CJST

Tokyo

Beijing

CJSO

CBSD

TLS V

Chiang Mai

Luang Prabang

Pak Beng

HNXR Delhi

N E PA L

HHSC

CHINA

Pokhara Kathmandu

HNXE

HJKB

T TS M

TLSV

M YA N M A R

TTSM Yangon

Hong Kong

Bagan

Hanoi

LAOS

T VSF

TO S H

VIETNAM CAMBODIA

HHSS Kochi

Manila El Nido

Ho Chi Minh City

HPSH

SRI LANKA

TKSE

JAPAN

Kyoto

Miyajima Island

Mt Fuji

Naoshima

Nikko

VIETNAM

Phnom Penh

Hakone

Ho Chi Minh City

J A PA N

Cambodian Traveller 9 days, see page 28

C B SD

Beijing

Great Wall

Osaka Takamatsu Kotohira Iya Valley

High-speed Train

Matsuyama

Tokyo Nagasaki

CHINA Xi'an

Himeji

Best of Myanmar 15 days, see page 38

Shanghai

Overnight Train

Xitang

Yakushima

Yangon

Japan: Land of the Rising Sun 13 days, see page 106

TMSC

Southern Japan Experience 12 days, enter CJSO on our website

China Highlights 9 days, see page 91

…OR CHOOSE A COMBO TRIP

Kota Kinabalu

BORNEO

TISE Jakarta

TLSV

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= TLSXC South East Asia Uncovered 22 days, enter TLSXC on our website

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= TVSKC Best of Vietnam & Cambodia 18 days, see page 26

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= TTSVC South East Asia Loop 30 days, enter TTSVC on our website

Combo Trips

INDONESIA

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CAMBODIA

Siem Reap Battambang

Vietnam Express Southbound 10 days, see page 20

CJSO Takayama

PHILIPPINES

Bangkok

Angkor Wat

Ho Chi Minh City Mekong Delta

CJST Mandalay Kalaw Inle Lake

Hiroshima

THAILAND

Bangkok

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Bangkok

MYA N MA R

Vientiane

THAILAND

Overnight Train Hoi An

LAOS

Thailand & Laos Adventure 13 days, see page 37

Mingun

Community Lodge

Halong Bay Overnight Boat

Ubud

Mt Bromo

Jakarta to Ubud 14 days, see page 43

Shanghai

Paro Thimphu

Philippines Palawan Island Getaway 8 days, see page 56

Hue

TH A I LA N D Pemuteran

B H U TA N

INDIA

Negombo Colombo

Pangandaran Yogyakarta

San Rafael Beach

T KSE Hanoi

Vientiane

BALI

El Nido

Puerto Princesa

T VS F

Mekong River

PHIL IPPINES

Sandakan

Sabah Adventure 12 days, see page 52

Vang Vieng

Kalibaru

JAVA

Sepilok

Manila

Turtle Island

B OR N E O ( MA LAY S I A )

Kathmandu

Chiang Khong

Seloliman Nature Reserve

Jakarta

Bhutan Discovered 7 days, see page 80

Kinabatangan River

Annapurna Circuit Trek 15 days, see page 81

I N D ON E S I A

Orangutan Reserve

Kota Kinabalu

NE PA L

Ngadi

Alternate route season dependent

TI S E

Kyoto Osaka

Mt Kinabalu Poring Hot Springs

Dusun Village

Pokhara

Everest Base Camp Trek 15 days, see page 78

Mirissa

TO SH

Kudasang

Besisahar

J A PA N

Thimphu

TMS C Annapurna Range Phedi Yak Kharka Manang Pisang Chame Dharapani Chamje

Muktinah

Punakha

Paro

Best of Sri Lanka 15 days, see page 86

HNXR

Manthali Airport

FOR CENTRAL ASIA COMBO TRIPS SEE PAGE 102

Bandarawela/ Tamil Village Kuda Oya

Rural Heritage Stay

Southern India 15 days, see page 74

BHUTAN

Tiger’s Nest Monastery

Kandy S R I LA N K A

Colombo

Paangarh Lake

Madurai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

HNXE

Negombo

Bundi

Udaipur

Kerala Backwaters

Polonnaruwa Sigiriya Dambulla

Ranthambhore NP

Overnight Train

H JKB

Anuradhapura

Agra Taj Mahal

Jaipur

Puducherry

Kochi

HPSH

Delhi

INDIA

Mamallapuram Mudumalai NP

HHSC

Ubud

TLSV

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With so much to see and H H S S + H H S C = HHSZC

do in Asia, why not combine C J S T + C J S O = CJSTC

adventures and get the most H N X E + H N X R = HNXAC

out of this incredible continent.

Our combo trips offer something for everyone.

India South & North 29 days, enter HHSZC on our website Ultimate Japan 24 days, enter CJSTC on our website Everest Base Camp & Annapurna Circuit Trek 31 days, enter HNXAC on our website

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VIETNAM, THAILAND, CAMBODIA, LAOS & Myanmar Crammed with diverse cultures and awash with natural wonders, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar are bound together by the Mekong, its ebbs and flows the lifeblood of the region. From the buzzing streets and misty mountain villages of Vietnam, the gold pagodas and forested landscapes of Myanmar, the saffron-robed monks and rolling hill country of Laos, the temples and charming villages of Cambodia and the elephant rescue centres of Thailand – these countries never fail to enchant.

WEATHER Hanoi Ho Chi Minh City Phnom Penh Vientiane Bangkok Chiang Mai Yangon

Monsoon 25-35ºC Very hot & dry 35ºC+ Hot & dry 25-35ºC Hot & wet 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC

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Vietnam Express Southbound

Halong Bay Overnight Boat

Hanoi

Overnight Train Hue Hoi An

DESTINATION

Vietnam

VIETNAM

TRIP CODE TVSF TRIP STYLE Original MAX GROUP SIZE 16

PHYSICAL VIETNAM

Ho Chi Minh City Mekong Delta

Capture the spirit of magical Vietnam on this highlights tour, from the colonial charm of Hanoi to the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City. Sip coffee in Hanoi and shop up a storm

Overnight stop

Place of interest

START Hanoi, Vietnam

historic Hoi An and get lost in the heaving centre of Ho Chi

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that introduces Vietnam as a country of incredible food,

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Halong Bay (overnight boat)

stunning scenery, friendly locals and cosmopolitan cities.

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Hanoi (overnight sleeper train)

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Hue (hotel)

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Hoi An (hotel)

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Ho Chi Minh City (hotel) – Mekong Delta

Minh City. This is an adventure full of beauty and contrast

WHY you’ll love it Sample locally produced tea and coconut candy in the Mekong Delta Capture views of Vietnam from a boat, train, plane and motorbike!

Spend a night cruising the acclaimed Halong Bay on a traditional junk

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

Bay overnight boat trip, travel through old-world Hue and

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in the Old Quarter, cruise along emerald waters on a Halong

FINISH Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

* This trip is available in reverse – enter TVSQ on our website

Have plenty of free time in Hoi An to stroll the cobblestone laneways Take a bus tour around Ho Chi Minh City, passing Reunification Palace and visiting the War Remnants Museum

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Vietnam Discovery – 15 days (TVRN)

MEALS 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

Go back to basics on an adventure that delves into the heart and soul of Vietnam’s history, cuisine and culture.

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, overnight train, boat, taxi, motorbike, sampan, tuk-tuk

Best of Vietnam – 20 days (TVST) Take the ultimate south to north adventure and experience the very best that Vietnam has to offer.

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), overnight boat (1 nt), overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

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1. Admire the towering limestone karsts from above in Halong Bay. 2. Fresh local cuisine lines the streets of Hanoi – such as the famous pho. 3. Discover the charming lanes adorned with lanterns in historic Hoi An. 4. Paddle in a sampan (small boat) past water coconut trees along the Mekong Delta.

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VIETNAM

VIETNAM

Hanoi, Vietnam

Hoi An, VIetnam

15 DAYS

Hanoi

Halong Bay Overnight Boat

Classic Vietnam DESTINATION

Vietnam

TRIP CODE

TVKT

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Hoi An

TRIP STYLE Comfort

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Overnight Train

DESTINATION

Vietnam

Phan Rang

TRIP CODE

TVRR

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Ho Chi Minh City

WHY you’ll love it

Overnight Train Hue Hoi An

TRIP STYLE Basix

Overnight Train

VIETNAM

PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

Mekong Delta

Spend a night in a locally run guesthouse on the Mekong Delta

Phan Rang Overnight Train

Ho Chi Minh City

Get a tutorial on crossing the road like a local in bustling Hanoi Start/Finish

Stroll the sandy beaches and head out to snorkel in Phan Rang

KEY:

Indulge in a feast of fresh seafood on a cruise of Halong Bay

ITINERARY

Enjoy a special breakfast at the social enterprise KOTO restaurant Discover the historic sites of Hue, including the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City

INCLUSIONS MEALS 14 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, boat, overnight train, taxi ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), overnight sleeper train (1 nt), overnight boat (1 nt)

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Place of interest

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Explore Lan Ha Bay by kayak then spend the night on Cat Ba Island

Discover the little-known beachside town of Phan Rang

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Mekong Delta (guesthouse)

Enjoy free time in Ho Chi Minh City to see the Reunification Palace or to head out to the Cu Chi Tunnels

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Place of interest

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Hoi An (hotel)

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Hue (hotel)

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Hanoi (hotel)

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START Hanoi, Vietnam

INCLUSIONS MEALS 1 lunch TRANSPORT Private vehicle, boat, overnight train, kayak ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), overnight sleeper train (3 nts)

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Hanoi (overnight sleeper train)

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Hue (hotel)

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Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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START Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Have time to hire a bike and traverse the countryside of Hoi An

FINISH Hanoi, Vietnam

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VIETNAM

VIETNAM

Cycle group, Vietnam

Cat Ba Island, Vietnam

Hanoi Da Bac

Hanoi

Mai Chau

15 DAYS

15 DAYS

Ninh Binh

Cycle Vietnam DESTINATION

Vietnam

TRIP CODE

TVXB

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Hue

V IE TN A M

Quy Nhon Nha Trang

Dalat

Phan Thiet

Ho Chi Minh City

PHYSICAL

DESTINATION

Vietnam

TRIP CODE

TVSR

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

WHY you’ll love it

Hue Hoi An

VIETNAM

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Mekong Delta

Ho Chi Minh City

WHY you’ll love it

Feel the tropical breeze brush against your skin on this Vietnam cycling adventure

Start/Finish

KEY:

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

Indulge in a wealth of delicious local food after each day of riding

See parts of Vietnam only accessible on two wheels Enjoy local hospitality and food in a simple homestay in Mai Chau

INCLUSIONS MEALS 13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 2 dinners TRANSPORT Bicycle, boat, overnight train, support vehicle, taxi ACCOMMODATION Hotel (12 nts), homestay (1 nt), overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

KEY:

Cruise a sea of limestone karsts and blue-green waters on Lan Ha Bay

ITINERARY

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Take a two-wheeled guided motorbike tour around ancient Hue

2

Hanoi (hotel)

Spend a day coasting along the waterways of the Mekong Delta

2

Hanoi (hotel)

1

Mai Chau (homestay) – Poom Coong

1

Da Bac (homestay)

2

Ninh Binh (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

Enjoy breakfast at the Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation in Hanoi, dedicated to helping children and families in crisis

1

Hanoi (hotel)

1

Hue (hotel)

1

Cat Ba Island (hotel)

2

Hoi An (hotel)

1

Hanoi (overnight sleeper train)

1

Quy Nhon City (hotel)

2

Hue (hotel)

2

Nha Trang (hotel)

3

Hoi An (hotel)

1

Dalat (hotel)

1

Ho Chi Minh City (hotel)

1

Phan Thiet (hotel)

1

Mekong Delta (guesthouse)

1

Ho Chi Minh City (hotel)

1

Ho Chi Minh City (hotel)

1

MEALS 13 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, boat, overnight train, taxi, motorbike, tuk-tuk, sampan ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), homestay (1 nt), overnight sleeper train (1 nt), guesthouse (1 nt),

DEPARTURE DATES

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Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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START Hanoi, Vietnam

INCLUSIONS

FINISH Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

jan

Start/Finish

Get a feel for rural Vietnamese life exploring the hills of Da Bac

START Hanoi, Vietnam

Explore lush natural landscapes, small villages and ancient ruins

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Overnight Train

Scenic Vietnam

Hoi An

TRIP STYLE Original

Cat Ba Island

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18 DAYS

Best of Vietnam & Cambodia

Overnight Train

Battambang Angkor Wat Siem Reap Bangkok

TRIP CODE TVSKC TRIP STYLE Original MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Hue Hoi An

THAILAND

Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam PHYSICAL

Phnom Penh

VIETNAM

Ho Chi Minh City Mekong Delta

CAMBODIA

Travel into the heart and soul of South East Asia. Starting

CAMBODIA, THAILAND, VIETNAM

DESTINATIONS

Halong Bay Overnight Boat

Hanoi

off in Vietnam, cruise through karst scenery on a boat tour of Halong Bay, step back into the world of the country’s last

1

Hanoi, Vietnam (hotel)

and Cambodia tour will open your eyes to the delights and

1

Halong Bay, Vietnam (overnight boat)

leave you in awe of these wondrous locations.

1

Hanoi, Vietnam (overnight sleeper train)

2

Hue, Vietnam (hotel)

2

Hoi An, Vietnam (hotel)

3

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (hotel) – Mekong Delta

2

Phnom Penh, Cambodia (hotel)

Tour the sights of Hue on a motorbike driven by a local guide

1

Battambang, Cambodia (hotel)

Cycle in the countryside near Battambang, meeting local producers

3

Siem Reap , Cambodia (hotel) – Angkor Wat

Take a guided tour of the historic Angkor complex near Siem Reap

1

Bangkok, Thailand (hotel)

Spoil yourself with a sumptuous seafood dinner in the blissful surroundings of Halong Bay

FINISH Bangkok, Thailand

Visit the colourful floating villages on the expansive Tonle Sap lake 1

INCLUSIONS

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

MEALS 14 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

1. Witness the towering limestone karsts set in the emerald waters of Halong Bay. 2. Learn about Khmer history and pass ornate shrines and buildings in Phnom Penh. 3. Spend time exploring the overgrown temples, like Ta Prohm, in the Angkor complex near Siem Reap. 4. Let your local guide take you through the historic and culinary sights of Hoi An.

Route/Transport type

and in the acclaimed temples of Angkor. The Best of Vietnam

WHY you’ll love it

3

Place of interest

START Hanoi, Vietnam

country’s history and culture in Phnom Penh’s bustling streets

2

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

feel the energy of Ho Chi Minh City. In Cambodia, discover the

1

Start/Finish

KEY:

emperors in Hue, soak up the old-world charm of Hoi An and

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, boat, motorbike, overnight sleeper train, taxi, tuk-tuk, sampan

Best of Cambodia & Vietnam – 18 days (TKSKC)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (15 nights), overnight boat (1 night), overnight sleeper train (1 night)

Classic Cambodia & Vietnam – 20 days (TKKHC)

Journey through the culture-rich centre of South East Asia, from Bangkok to Hanoi.

Discover incredible diversity, delectable cuisines and natural beauty – with a touch of comfort.

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Siem Reap, Cambodia

9 DAYS

6 DAYS

Cambodian Traveller

Classic Cambodia

THAILAND Angkor Wat

Bangkok

CAMBODIA

Siem Reap Battambang

DESTINATIONS

Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam

TRIP CODE

TKSE

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

TRIP STYLE Original

VIETNAM

Phnom Penh

TKKS

Siem Reap

TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL

CAMBODIA Phnom Penh

Learn about Cambodia’s turbulent history with visits to the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Discover the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda in historic Phnom Penh

Spend two days dedicated to exploring the stunning Angkor complex Meet locals on a cycling tour through Battambang’s countryside

Start/Finish

KEY:

Learn of the confronting Khmer Rouge history in Phnom Penh

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

Ask your local leader where to try the best fish amok, as you eat your way around Cambodia!

INCLUSIONS MEALS 7 breakfasts

1

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (hotel)

2

Phnom Penh, Cambodia (hotel) Battambang, Cambodia (hotel)

3

Siem Reap, Cambodia (hotel) – Angkor Wat

1

Bangkok, Thailand (hotel)

MEALS 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, remork (tuk tuk)

FINISH Bangkok, Thailand

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Place of interest

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ITINERARY START Phnom Penh, Cambodia 2

Phnom Penh (hotel)

3

Siem Reap (hotel) FINISH Siem Reap, Cambodia

1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts)

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

DEPARTURE DATES

Start/Finish

KEY:

Take time exploring Angkor at your own pace with a three-day pass

INCLUSIONS

1

1

Take a guided tour of the sprawling Angkor complex

Enjoy a special dinner at Friends, a restaurant and social enterprise where disadvantaged youth are given hospitality training

START Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Begin and end your adventure in two bustling South East Asian cities

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Cambodia

TRIP CODE

Angkor Wat

WHY you’ll love it

Ho Chi Minh City

WHY you’ll love it

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts)

DESTINATION

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

PHYSICAL

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus, remork (tuk tuk), bicycle

CAMBODIA

CAMBODIA, THAILAND, VIETNAM

Angkor Wat, Cambodia

nov

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12 DAYS

Cambodia Adventure Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam

TRIP CODE

TKRR

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Angkor Wat Bangkok Chambok

CAMBODIA

Siem Reap Kampong Cham

Ho Chi Minh City Kampot Phnom Penh V I E T N A M

TRIP STYLE Basix PHYSICAL

CAMBODIA

WHY you’ll love it Immerse yourself in local life with a homestay in the village of Chambok Take a tour with a local expert as you explore the Angkor complex

Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Confront the sobering Khmer Rouge history in Phnom Penh

14 DAYS

Angkor Wat Siem Reap

Best of Cambodia DESTINATION

Cambodia

TRIP CODE

TKSM

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

CAMBODIA

Battambang

Phnom Penh

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), guesthouse (3 nts), homestay (1 nt)

PHYSICAL

Route/Transport type

FINISH Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

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Kampot

WHY you’ll love it

12 DAYS

Let an expert guide you through the incredible Angkor temple complex, followed by time to explore at your own pace

Start/Finish

KEY:

Delve deeper into daily Cambodian life with a cycling tour through Battambang’s countryside

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

Get familiar with Khmer food at a local dinner in Sambor Prei Kuk

START Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Cambodia Discovery

T H A I LA N D Angkor Wat

Discover the floating villages of Tonle Sap lake on a guided boat tour

2

Phnom Penh (hotel)

Visit the pepper plantations in the countryside surrounding Kampot

1

Kampong Cham (hotel)

DESTINATIONS

Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam

1

Sambor Prei Kuk (homestay)

TRIP CODE

TKRS

3

Siem Reap (hotel) – Angkor Wat

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

MEALS 13 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 1 dinner

2

Battambang (hotel)

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, boat, public bus, bicycle

1

Kampong Chhnang (hotel)

2

Kampot (hotel)

Temple-hop at the dazzling Angkor complex near Siem Reap

1

Phnom Penh (hotel)

Enjoy the traditional dancing performed by your homestay hosts in the rural community of Chambok

KEY:

Try your hand at pottery-making in Kampong Chhnang

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (12 nts), homestay (1 nt)

Bangkok Battambang Chambok

TRIP STYLE Basix PHYSICAL

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

INCLUSIONS

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Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

FINISH Bangkok, Thailand

DEPARTURE DATES

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), homestay (1 nt)

Start/Finish

START Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

MEALS 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner

jan

CAMBODIA

Siem Reap Kampong Chhnang

WHY you’ll love it

FINISH Phnom Penh, Cambodia 1

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Place of interest

DEPARTURE DATES

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus

TRIP STYLE Original

Overnight stop

START Bangkok, Thailand

MEALS 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Kampong Cham

Start/Finish

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS

Sambor Prei Kuk

Kampong Chhnang

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CAMBODIA, THAILAND, VIETNAM

DESTINATIONS

T H A I LA N D

13 DAYS

Cambodia & Vietnam Discovery

Hoi An

Cambodia, Vietnam

CAMBODIA

TRIP CODE TKKCC TRIP STYLE Comfort MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Halong Bay Overnight Boat

CAMBODIA, VIETNAM

DESTINATIONS

Hanoi

Angkor Wat Siem Reap

PHYSICAL

VIETNAM

Phnom Penh

The best of Cambodia and Vietnam is unveiled on this

Ho Chi Minh City

journey from Phnom Penh to Hanoi. Discover the region’s culture and beauty as you’ll visit the stunning ancient

food. This 13-day discovery of two of South East Asia’s most beautiful countries gives you all the highlights, without the hassle – the only thing left to do is choose when to go.

WHY you’ll love it Learn of the region’s confronting history at the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21)

2

Phnom Penh, Cambodia (hotel)

3

Siem Reap, Cambodia (hotel) – Angkor Wat

2

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (hotel)

2

Hoi An, Vietnam (hotel)

1

Hanoi, Vietnam (hotel)

1

Halong Bay, Vietnam (overnight boat)

1

Hanoi, Vietnam (hotel)

1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

Dine on fresh seafood amid the limestone karsts of Halong Bay

INCLUSIONS

Experience the fascinating culture, stunning scenery and delicious cuisine of Cambodia and Vietnam in depth.

South East Asia Loop – 30 days (TTSVC)

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, boat

Journey into the heart and soul of South East Asia on this immersive one-month adventure through four countries.

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), overnight boat (1 nt)

3 1. Pass striking rock formations on an overnight cruise along the emerald green waters of Halong Bay 2. Seek out the local street food in bustling Phnom Penh. 3. Discover local life in Hoi An with a guided tour of the historic Old Town.

4. Monks at Angkor Wat, the largest and most complete structure in the Angkor temple complex.

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Explore Cambodia & Vietnam – 17 days (TKKVC)

MEALS 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners 2

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FINISH Hanoi, Vietnam

Explore the archaeological treasure of Angkor Wat with a local guide

Dine at organisations promoting and protecting disadvantaged local children – KOTO in Hanoi, and Friends-International in Phnom Penh

Place of interest

START Phnom Penh, Cambodia

stay on Halong Bay, friendly locals and lots of scrumptious

Take a guided leader-led walking tour of Hoi An’s fascinating Old Town

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

and vibrant streets. Add to the adventure an overnight boat

1

Start/Finish

KEY:

temples of Angkor, and be immersed in Vietnam’s markets

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THAILAND

THAILAND

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Ao Nang, Thailand

8 DAYS

9 DAYS

Explore Northern Thailand

Thailand Beaches West Coast

DESTINATION

Thailand

TRIP CODE

TTSK

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Baan Pao Sam Kha Homestay

Chiang Mai

Sukhothai

THAILAND

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

TTZT

Start/Finish

KEY:

See historical sites and temple ruins in Sukhothai Heritage Park

Overnight stop

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

Take a scenic bike ride through Thai countryside and past rice fields Enjoy a Traditional northern Thai khantohk dinner at your homestay

INCLUSIONS MEALS 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Check out Bangkok’s impressive landmark, Wat Arun – Temple of the Dawn – sitting majestically on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River

2

Ao Nang (hotel)

2

Ko Yao Yai (resort)

2

Phuket (resort)

Visit a community on Koh Yao Yai and enjoy a home-cooked lunch

2

Sukhothai (resort)

1

Baan Pao Sam Kha (homestay)

3

Chiang Mai (hotel)

INCLUSIONS

FINISH Phuket, Thailand 1

TRANSPORT Private minivan, overnight sleeper train, speed boat, taxi, longtail boat, songtheaw

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Thailand Beaches East Coast – 10 days (TTST) Try Thailand’s other coast, from Bangkok to Ko Samui.

ACCOMMODATION Resort (4 nts), hotel (3 nts), overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

jan

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

MEALS 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

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START Bangkok, Thailand Bangkok (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

Bangkok (hotel)

DEPARTURE DATES

Place of interest

2

1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

Overnight stop

Snorkel the azure waters surrounding the island Ko Yao Yai

Learn about the great work done at the Gibbon Rehabilitation Centre

1

Start/Finish

ITINERARY

START Bangkok, Thailand

FINISH Chiang Mai, Thailand

Ko Yao Yai

Phuket

WHY you’ll love it

Place of interest

Surat Thani

Ao Nang

Discover a true paradise on a sea kayaking trip through Ao Thalane

Discover the secrets to Thai cuisine at a Chiang Mai cooking class

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Thailand

TRIP CODE

THAILAND

KEY:

Bangkok

Support an important animal welfare initiative at Chang Chill

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (4 nts), resort (2 nts), homestay (1 nt)

DESTINATION

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

WHY you’ll love it

TRANSPORT Private minibus, songthaew, taxi, train, tuk-tuk, bicycle

Bangkok

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Mekong River, Luang Prabang

10 DAYS

13 DAYS

Highlights of Thailand DESTINATION

Thailand

TRIP CODE

TTKK

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Thailand & Laos Adventure

Hmong Lodge Chiang Mai

TH A IL A N D

Sukhothai

TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

Bangkok

TRIP CODE

TLSV

Luang Prabang

Chiang Khong

Vang Vieng Chiang Mai

Pak Beng

Vientiane

LAOS THAILAND

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Bangkok

Travel through northern Thailand to the laidback vibes of Laos

Whip up a culinary storm at a Thai cooking class in Sukhothai

Start/Finish

KEY:

Immerse yourself in the wonders of local culture at Hmong lodge

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

INCLUSIONS MEALS 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners TRANSPORT Private minivan, day train, longtail boat, songtheaw, bicycle

Bangkok (hotel)

2

Kanchanaburi (resort)

1

Ayutthaya (resort)

2

Sukhothai (resort)

1

Hmong Lodge (lodge)

2

Chiang Mai (hotel)

1

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

jan

Bangkok, Thailand (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

2

Chiang Mai, Thailand (hotel)

1

Chiang Khong, Thailand (guesthouse)

MEALS 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch

1

Pak Beng, Laos (guesthouse)

TRANSPORT Private minivan, overnight train, boat, taxi, tuk-tuk

3

Luang Prabang, Laos (hotel)

2

Vang Vieng, Laos (hotel)

1

Vientiane, Laos (hotel) FINISH Vientiane, Laos

1

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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), overnight train (1 nt)

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

Place of interest

START Bangkok, Thailand

INCLUSIONS

FINISH Chiang Mai, Thailand

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Visit Laos’s gentle giants on a visit to Mandalao Elephant Conservation

1

Start/Finish

KEY:

Participate in a traditional giving of alms procession in Luang Prabang

START Bangkok, Thailand

Pay your respects at the memorials by the bridge over the River Kwai

Educate yourself about Laos’s devastating war history by visiting COPE Cruise the Mekong by boat with two days on the river

ITINERARY

Uncover Sukhothai as you cycle around the ruin-filled Historical Park

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Laos, Thailand

Mekong River

WHY you’ll love it

Learn about elephant conservation with a visit to Chang Chill

ACCOMMODATION Resort (5 nts), hotel (3 nts), lodge (1 nt)

DESTINATIONS

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Ayutthaya

Kanchanaburi/ River Kwai

LAOS, THAILAND

THAILAND

Ayutthaya, Thailand

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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Best of Myanmar

Mingun

Bagan

DESTINATION Myanmar

M YA N M A R

TRIP CODE TTSM TRIP STYLE Original MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Mandalay Kalaw Inle Lake

Community Lodge

PHYSICAL

Travel to Myanmar and discover a country of mythical MYANMAR

landscapes, ancient treasures and some of the friendliest Yangon

folk you’ll ever meet. From golden-gilded Buddhas in Yangon and the magical temples of Bagan to the tranquility of Inle Lake, Myanmar will excite, impress and intrigue you. Visit

Burmese, whose hospitality shines through despite their troubled past, and experience a little bit of Myanmar magic.

WHY you’ll love it

2

Yangon (hotel)

2

Bagan (hotel)

2

Myaing (community lodge)

2

Mandalay (hotel) – Migun

2

Kalaw (hotel)

Get acquainted with Myanmar on a tour of downtown Yangon

3

Inle Lake (hotel)

See beautiful religious sites including the Shwedagon and Shwesandaw

1

Yangon (hotel)

Tour the temples, stupas and pagodas of Bagan by bicycle Get off the tourist track and stay at a community lodge near Myaing Stop in for a local lunch at the floating villages of Inle Lake

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Yangon, Myanmar

opportunities. Be welcomed by the warm hearts of the

FINISH Yangon, Myanmar 1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

INCLUSIONS

2

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

support local livelihoods with sustainable employment

1

Start/Finish

KEY:

Myanmar’s first community-based tourism project and

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MEALS 14 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

Cycle Myanmar – 13 days (TTXM)

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, boat, bicycle, local truck

Get to know enigmatic Myanmar the two-wheeled way on a cycling tour from Yangon up to Bagan and Inle Lake.

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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (12 nts), community lodge (2 nts)

3 1. Explore the mystical temples and stupas of traditional Bagan in Myanmar’s highlands. 2. Watch the daily life of Inle Lake fisherman on a full-day boat trip through the canals. 3. Locals in Yangon street market. 4. Pass by the Ananda Buddhist Temple, inspired

by Mon and North Indian architecture, on a bicycle tour.

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Bagan, Myanmar

12 DAYS

9 DAYS

Classic Myanmar DESTINATION

Myanmar

TRIP CODE

TTKA

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Myanmar Highlights

M YA N M A R

Mingun Mandalay Bagan

Inle Lake

TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

DESTINATION

Myanmar

TRIP CODE

TRSH

MAX GROUP SIZE 12 Yangon

Begin a Myanmar discovery with the iconic Shwedagon Pagoda

M YA N M A R

Mingun Mandalay Bagan

Inle Lake

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL Yangon

WHY you’ll love it

Experience the incredible sight of Bagan’s sea of temples

Spend an afternoon touring the temple town of Bagan by bicycle

Enjoy a cruise to Mingun and visit the world’s largest pagoda Watch a stunning sunset over the Ayeryarwady River

Start/Finish

KEY:

Soak up the tranquillity of Inle Lake and sample the local hospitality

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

Yangon (hotel)

MEALS 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

2

Mandalay (hotel) – Mingun

TRANSPORT Private bus, plane, boat

3

Bagan (hotel)

3

Inle Lake (hotel)

1

Yangon (hotel)

1

MEALS 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches TRANSPORT Plane, private minibus, bicycle, boat, canoe

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts)

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Bagan (hotel)

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Mandalay (hotel) – Mingun

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Inle Lake (hotel)

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Yangon (hotel) FINISH Yangon, Myanmar

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Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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INCLUSIONS

FINISH Yangon, Myanmar

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Be dazzled by Shwedagon Pagoda at sunset – Myanmar’s crown jewel

2

Start/Finish

KEY:

Explore the calm waters of Inle Lake on a peaceful canoe trip

START Yangon, Myanmar

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts)

Join a homegrown master of Burmese cuisine at a local cooking class Discover the hill-top pagodas of Sagaing near Mandalay

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS

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MYANMAR

Inle Lake, Myanmar

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indonesia INDONESIA

With over 17,000 islands and hundreds of ethnic groups speaking myriad languages, Indonesia refuses to be typecast. One minute you’re spotting orangutans in the jungles of Sumatra, the next you’re chowing down on an organic acai bowl in Ubud. Whether you’re after party, peace or paradise, the odds are good that Indonesia has got what you’re looking for.

Mt Bromo, Indonesia

14 DAYS

Jakarta to Ubud

INDONESIA Seloliman Nature Reserve

Jakarta

DESTINATION

Indonesia

TRIP CODE

TISE

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Kalibaru

J AVA

TRIP STYLE Original

BALI

PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

Pangandaran Yogyakarta

Ubud

Mt Bromo

Pemuteran

Cycle through a world of rice fields in Yogyakarta Take a guided walk through the jungle of Seloliman Nature Reserve Climb the Mt Bromo volcano in the early hours of the morning Go behind the scenes in the local coffee, cocoa, palm sugar and traditional Javanese medicine industries

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Jakarta, Indonesia

INCLUSIONS MEALS 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner TRANSPORT Private minivan, taxi, 4WD, train, boat, ferry ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts), guesthouse (4 nts)

Medan Jakarta Yogyakarta Ubud Gili Air Labuan Bajo

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Admire the peace and history of the Borobudur Temple complex

WEATHER

Start/Finish

KEY:

2

Jakarta (hotel)

2

Pangandaran (hotel)

3

Yogyakarta (hotel)

1

Seloliman Nature Reserve (guesthouse)

1

Mt Bromo NP (hotel)

1

Kalibaru (guesthouse)

2

Pemuteran (guesthouse)

1

Ubud (hotel) FINISH Ubud, Indonesia

Monsoon 25-35ºC Hot & dry 25-35ºC Hot & wet 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC

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9 DAYS

Beautiful Bali DESTINATION

Lovina Mt Batur

Indonesia

Ba l i

TRIP CODE TISA TRIP STYLE Original MAX GROUP SIZE 12

PHYSICAL

Bedugul Ubud

INDONESIA

Dotted with small, character-filled villages, smouldering

Sidemen

Sanur INDONESIA

volcanoes rising from lush fields, idyllic beaches and colourful reefs, Bali is the perfect island getaway. Conquer the slopes of simmering Mt Batur, explore an underwater world in Bali Barat National Park, feast on delicious Balinese cuisine

welcoming culture that are synonymous with beautiful Bali.

WHY you’ll love it

2

Ubud (resort)

1

Sidemen (hotel)

1

Mt Batur (hotel)

2

Lovina (hotel)

Immerse yourself in rural Balinese life in peaceful Sidemen

1

Bedugul (hotel)

Explore artistic Ubud and rice fields on a cycling tour and guided walk

1

Sanur (hotel)

Be enthralled by a Kecak dance performed to human chanting Rise early to hike Mt Batur and witness a stunning sunrise at its peak Snorkel in the turquoise waters of Menjangan Island’s coral reef – part of the Bali Barat National Park

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Ubud, Indonesia

love with the warmth of the people, the ornate customs and

FINISH Sanur, Indonesia 1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

INCLUSIONS

MEALS 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Have more time? Why not explore more of Indonesia’s islands on one of our combination trips.

TRANSPORT Private minivan, boat, local bus 2

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

lake temple dedicated to the goddess of the waters. Fall in

1

Start/Finish

KEY:

and enjoy moments of absolute peace in a Hindu–Buddhist

Bali & Lombok Adventure – 15 days (TISBC) Java & Bali Explorer – 22 days (TISJC)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (6 nts), resort (2 nts)

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3 1. Enjoy a day of snorkelling among Menjangan Island’s coral reef, part of the Bali Barat National Park. 2. Gain insight into rural life as you explore the lush rice fields of Ubud. 3. Climb Mt Batur at dawn and get the chance to see an unforgettable sunrise.

4. Immerse yourself in Indonesia’s culture with a traditional Balinese kecak dance performance.

DEPARTURE DATES 4

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Rafting, Ubud

8 DAYS

12 DAYS

Discover Lombok DESTINATION

Indonesia

TRIP CODE

TISM

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Bali & Lombok: Hike, Bike & Raft

Labuan Pandan Senaru

Gili Air

Bali

TRIP STYLE Original

Tetebatu

PHYSICAL Sanur

WHY you’ll love it

Lombok

DESTINATION

Indonesia

TRIP CODE

TIXB

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

IN D O N E S IA

See the pristine and lesser-visited Lombok and Gili Islands

INDONESIA

INDONESIA

Lombok, Indonesia

Ba l i Mt Agung

Senaru Mt Rinjani

Ubud

Candidasa

INDONESIA

TRIP STYLE Original

Lombok

PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

Visit Pringgasela to learn weaving and enjoy a classic local feast

Snorkel with sea turtles off the islands of Gili Air

Snorkel off the boat, then stop for lunch at a secluded island Go for a refreshing dip at the base of Singang Gila waterfall near Senaru

KEY:

Take a guided tour of a local Sasak village to learn about the history and culture of these people

ITINERARY

Start/Finish

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

MEALS 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners TRANSPORT Boat, private vehicle ACCOMMODATION Guesthouse (4 nts), hotel (3 nts)

1

Tetebatu (guesthouse)

2

Labuan Pandan (guesthouse)

1

Senaru (guesthouse)

2

Gili Islands (hotel)

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

2

Ubud (hotel)

2

Candidasa (guesthouse)

2

Amed (hotel)

MEALS 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner

1

Senaru (guesthouse)

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, boat, bicycle, raft

1

Mt Rinjani (camping)

1

Senaru (guesthouse)

2

Gili Islands (hotel)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (6 nts), guesthouse (4 nts), camping (1 nt)

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DEPARTURE DATES

Place of interest

START Ubud, Indonesia

INCLUSIONS

FINISH Gili Islands, Indonesia

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Rest up after hiking by getting horizontal on the sands of Amed

Sanur (hotel)

Start/Finish

KEY:

Tackle class II and III rapids on a rafting adventure outside Ubud

1

1

Trek through lush forests and camp below the rim of Mt Rinjani volcano Cycle through bamboo forests and fruit orchards to White Beach

START Sanur, Indonesia

INCLUSIONS

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Gili Air

Amed

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Short break

Adventures

With so many icons and must-sees, not to mention bustling cities, South East Asia is the perfect place to take a Short Break. These trips are the ideal add-on to a longer holiday – or a mini adventure of their own.

Delve a little deeper into the destinations, cultures and people that make this region so memorable with one of these short trips to complement your adventure.

See intrepidtravel.com/short-breaks for more information.

River Kwai & Ancient Thai Kingdoms

Thailand Hilltribe Trek

3 DAYS | TTAR

5 DAYS | TTAX

Cambodia’s Secrets of Angkor

CHIANG MAI ADVENTURE

Yogyakarta’s Secret Treasures

Myanmar’s Golden Rock

3 DAYS | TKAS

4 DAYS | TTAV

4 DAYS | TIAY

2 DAYS | TTAC

Mekong Delta Farmstay

South Vietnam Getaway

Halong Bay Junk Cruise

Chiang Mai & Golden Triangle

Chiang Mai & Elephant Experience

2 DAYS | TVAI

4 DAYS | TVAS

2 DAYS | TVAQ

3 DAYS | TTAG

3 DAYS | TTAE

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MALAYSIA, the PHILIPPINES & Melanesia BORNEO

You’re sure to find your version of paradise among these three diverse destinations. Discover vivid rice terraces, crystalline seas and mountains tempered with charming villages on the smattering of islands that make up the Philippines. Watch cultures intertwine in the mosques, temples and towering skyscrapers of Malaysia, visit your distant, forest-dwelling relatives the orangutans in Borneo, or explore the rivers, valleys, mountains and volcanoes of Papua New Guinea. At every turn, you’ll encounter the myriad disparate communities who call this slice of paradise home.

Orangutan Sanctuary, Borneo

10 DAYS

Classic Borneo DESTINATION

Malaysia (Borneo)

TRIP CODE

TMKB

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

Kota Kinabalu Manukan Island

TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL

Sandakan

Kudasang Kinabalu NP

Kinabatangan River

M A LAY S I A (B O R N E O )

WHY you’ll love it Experience life in a Dusun village while enjoying a home-cooked lunch Explore the unspoiled wilderness of the Kinabalu National Park See orangutans in Sepilok and proboscis monkeys at Labuk Bay Cruise through the steamy Kinabatangan in search of exotic wildlife

KEY:

Soak up the relaxed beach vibes and get close to marine life during two days on Manukan Island

ITINERARY

Start/Finish

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

INCLUSIONS MEALS 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners TRANSPORT Plane, private minivan, boat ACCOMMODATION Hotel (4 nts), lodge (3 nts), resort (2 nts)

1

Kota Kinabalu (hotel)

1

Kudasang (lodge) – Mt Kinabalu NP

2

Kinabatangan River (lodge)

2

Sandakan (hotel)

2

Manukan Island (resort)

1

Kota Kinabalu (hotel) FINISH Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

1

WEATHER Kota Kinabalu Kuala Lumpur Port Moresby Manila

Monsoon 25-35ºC Hot & dry 25-35ºC Hot & wet 25-35ºC

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12 DAYS

Sabah Adventure DESTINATION

Kudasang

Mt Kinabalu Poring Hot Springs

Dusun Village

Malaysia (Borneo)

Sepilok

Kota Kinabalu

TRIP CODE TMSC TRIP STYLE Original MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Orangutan Reserve

PHYSICAL

Turtle Island

Sandakan

Kinabatangan River

M A LAY S I A (B O R N E O )

Explore a mystical land of incredible natural beauty and rare

BORNEO

wildlife on this 12-day Sabah adventure. With its collection of unique animals, ancient traditions, hot springs, tribal villages, loveable orangutans and incredible views, Sabah has something for everyone. Experience the very best of this

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

hosts. Every day of this incredible adventure has natural highlights to make unforgettable memories.

WHY you’ll love it

1

Kota Kinabalu (hotel)

1

Dusan Village (homestay)

1

Kudasang (resort)

1

Mt Kinabalu (hostel) – Kinabalu National Park

Enjoy the local flavours with a home-cooked meal in a Dusan village

2

Poring Hot Springs (hostel)

Walk the lush trails and climb to the peak of of Mt Kinabalu

1

Kinabatangan River (lodge)

Witness the special moment sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs

1

Sandakan (hotel)

Spend time at an orangutan sanctuary and rehabilitation centre

1

Turtle Island (resort)

Cruise the Kinabatangan River and head on a jungle walk in search of Borneo’s most exotic wildlife

1

Sepilok (resort)

1

Kota Kinabalu (hotel)

INCLUSIONS

FINISH Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia 1

MEALS 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

TRANSPORT Plane, private minivan, longtail boat 2

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

turtles lay their eggs, and sharing laughs with local village

1

Start/Finish

KEY:

part of Borneo – climbing Mt Kinabalu, watching elusive sea

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (3 nts), hostel (3 nts), resort (3 nts), lodge (1 nt), homestay (1 nt)

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

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Borneo: Hike, Bike & Kayak – 9 days (TMXB) Best of Borneo – 21 days (TMSXC)

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1. See the conservation efforts at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and learn about how these creatures are re-introduced into the wild. 2. Meander down the eerie Kinabatangan River in search of exotic wildlife like the wild pygmy elephant. 3. Climb to the top of Mt Kinabalu for stunning views over Borneo. 4. Walk the lush trails past the tropical flora of Kinabalu National Park on a small group hike.

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Khao Sok National Park, Thailand

10 DAYS

15 DAYS

Wild Sarawak DESTINATION

Malaysia (Borneo)

TRIP CODE

TMSW

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Bangkok to Singapore

Kota Kinabalu Limbang Ferry Port

Labuan Island Longhouse Homestay Gunung Headhunters’ Mulu NP Trail

Miri

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

M A L AY S IA (BORNEO)

Bako NP

See orangutans at the Semenggoh Sanctuary and the quirky proboscis monkeys in Bako National Park

DESTINATIONS

Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand

TRIP CODE

TMSM

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Kuching

Bangkok Overnight Train

THAILAND Khao Sok NP Ao Nang

M A L AY S I A

Penang

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Melaka

Kuala Lumpur Singapore

WHY you’ll love it

Learn the history of the Iban people and spend a night in a longhouse

Discover a different side of Kuala Lumpur on a street food tour

Explore one of the world’s largest cave networks at Gunung Mulu

Start/Finish

KEY:

Follow in the footsteps of tribal warriors on the Headhunters’ Trail

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

MEALS 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners TRANSPORT Plane, private minivan, taxi, 4x4, ferry, longtail boat ACCOMMODATION Hotel (4 nts), multishare cabin (2 nts), resort (1 nt), dormitory (1 nt), homestay (1 nt)

Kuching (hotel) – Bako NP

2

Gunung Mulu NP (multishare cabin)

1

Headhunters’ Trail (dormitory)

1

Longhouse Homestay (homestay)

1

Labuan Island (resort)

1

Kota Kinabalu (hotel)

1

DEPARTURE DATES

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Bangkok, Thailand (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

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Khao Sok NP, Thailand (resort)

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Ao Nang, Thailand (hotel)

MEALS 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner

2

Penang, Malaysia (hotel)

TRANSPORT Private minivan, overnight train, public bus, train, taxi, songteaw, longtail boat

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (hotel)

2

Melaka, Malaysia (hotel)

1

Singapore, Singpore (hotel)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), resort (2 nts), overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

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Place of interest

START Bangkok, Thailand

INCLUSIONS

FINISH Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Explore Ao Thalane’s mangrove forests on a sea kayaking adventure

3

Start/Finish

KEY:

Encounter the cultural fusion that gives Penang a unique atmosphere

START Kuching, Malaysia

INCLUSIONS

Dive into a nature lover’s paradise at Khao Sok National Park Learn how to cook authentic dishes with your local host in Ao Nang

ITINERARY

Laze at Layang Layang Beach on Labuan Island for a swim and sunset

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MALAYSIA, SINGAPORE, THAILAND

BORNEO

Proboscis monkeys

FINISH Singapore, Singapore 1

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PAPUA NEW GUINEA

PHILIPPINES

Manila

El Nido, Philippines

Kokoda Track, Papua New Guinea

P H IL IP P IN E S

8 DAYS

Philippines

TRIP CODE

TOSH

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Puerto Princesa

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Contrast the chaos of Manila with the relaxed way of life in Palawan See firefles as you cruise down the Iwahig River on a boat trip Explore Puerto Princesa Subterranean River by boat and see the magnificent stalactites and stalagmites inside the cave

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Puerto Princesa (hotel)

2

San Rafael Beach (beach chalet)

3

El Nido (hotel)

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Port Moresby (hotel)

Meet friendly locals and stay in remote villages along the way

1

Deniki (village hut or camping) – Kokoda

Hike up mountain spines and through valleys of lush rainforest

1

Alola (village hut or camping)

Bond with and learn from your personal porter and support crew

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Templeton’s Crossing (village hut or camping)

1

Diggers Camp (village hut or camping)

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Effogi (village hut or camping)

1

Nauro Village (village hut or camping)

1

Va’ule Creek (village hut or camping)

1

Port Moresby (hotel) – Owers’ Corner

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, on foot

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FINISH Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

ACCOMMODATION Village hut or camping (7 nts), hotel (2 nts)

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

Place of interest

Follow in the footsteps of the allied soldiers who battled in these parts

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Overnight stop

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MEALS 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 8 dinners

Philippines Discovery – 11 days (TTSL) Philippine Adventure – 18 days (TOSLC)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts), beach chalet (2 nts)

Start/Finish

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS

Want to see more? The Philippines is a world of many untouched wonders, and you can explore them all.

TRANSPORT Plane, private minibus, boat

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Trek the famous Kokoda Track with a local cooperative

FINISH El Nido, Philippines

MEALS 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

TESA

WHY you’ll love it

Manila (hotel)

INCLUSIONS

Papua New Guinea

TRIP CODE

KEY:

1

1

DESTINATION

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

START Manila, Philippines

WHY you’ll love it

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Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

PHYSICAL

Interact with the indigenous Batak tribe in their village

Start/Finish

KEY:

Kokoda Deniki Alola Templeton’s Crossing Diggers Camp Efogi Nauro Va’ule Creek Port Moresby

Papua New Guinea: The Kokoda Track

San Rafael Beach

TRIP STYLE Original

Enjoy a day of island-hopping and snorkelling off the coast of El Nido

10 DAYS

El Nido

Philippines Palawan Island Getaway DESTINATION

PA P U A N E W G U I N E A

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meet the fleet

sailing & ADVENTURE CRUISING

When sailing the waters of the Mergui Archipelago or Southern Thailand, a twin-hulled catamaran – with kayaks and stand-up paddleboards – is our vessel of choice. These boats carry up to eight travellers, plus crew, and consist of four twin‑share cabins, while our Phuket vessel carries up to 14 travellers.

Our Adventure Cruising trips operate on the M/S Panorama II. A motor sailer, the Panorama II can accommodate 49 guests but is compact enough to dock in small ports and anchor near tiny beaches.

Derek Kessell 58

Our Asia sailing and cruising trips follow a simple recipe. Start with a generous scoop of aquamarine water and secret strips of golden sand (remember to remove all traces of tourist crowds). Throw in a handful of rare coral and tropical fish, then leave to simmer while you work on that tan. Slow it right down with a guided trek through the jungle, and serve with a sizzling stir-fry courtesy of your onboard chef.

Want to try the recipe for yourself? We’ve got just the trip for you.

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CABIN

CREW

STEPS

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CREW

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STEPS

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CABIN

CREW

CABIN CREW

SALOON

SALOON

TRAMPOLINE

GALLEY

GALLEY CABIN STEPS

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CABIN

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CABIN

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WEATHER

GALLEY

STEPS

CABIN

CABIN WC

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CREW

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M/S Panorama II

Intrepid Panorama 2

CABIN

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TRAMPOLINE

SUNDECK

COCKPIT

COCKPIT

CREW

SUN DECK SUN DECK

CREW

TRAMPOLINE

Mergui Phuket Langkawi Lombok Kota Kinabalu

Monsoon 25-35ºC Hot & dry 25-35ºC Hot & wet 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC

COCKPIT / DINING

CABIN STEPS

LADDER

MAIN DECK MAIN DECK

WC CABIN

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8 DAYS

Raja Ampat Sailing Expedition

M YA N M A R

Lampi Island Swinton Island

Palu Buda

TSSD

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Mergui Archipelago Sailing Experience DESTINATIONS

Myanmar, Thailand

TRIP CODE

TSKB

MAX GROUP SIZE 8

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

Krasnoyarsk KEY:

WHY you’ll love it Explore Myanmar’s unspoilt paradises and remote locations

Thae Yae, Myanmar (catamaran) – Ranong

1

Ku Gee, Myanmar (catamaran) – Palau Bada

1

Lampi Island, Myanmar (catamaran)

1

Swinton Island, Myanmar (catamaran)

7 DAYS

1

Nga Manu, Myanmar (catamaran) – Shark Island

1

Thae Yae, Myanmar (catamaran) – Myauk Ni Island

1

Khao Lak, Thailand (hotel) – Ranong

Southern Thailand Sailing Adventure

ACCOMMODATION Tri-maran (6 nts), hotel (1 nt)

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

INCLUSIONS

DESTINATION

Thailand

TRIP CODE

TSSS

MAX GROUP SIZE 8

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MEALS 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners

Looking for a splash without splashing out? Journey through Thailand and Myanmar with a more budget-friendly option.

TRANSPORT Catamaran, longtail boat, minibus, dinghy

Mergui Archipelago Sailing Adventure departing from Khao Lak – 9 days (TSSB) Sail the Mergui Archipelago on an Original-style adventure.

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THAILAND Ko Jum Ko Phi Phi Ko Lanta

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Ko Muk

WHY you’ll love it

Ko Rok Noi

Begin your journey at Railay Beach, surrounded by limestone cliffs Explore lesser-known but no less beautiful Thai islands like Ko Lanta Spend some time land-side to experience a local Thai homestay

MEALS 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners

DEPARTURE DATES

jan

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START Railay, Thailand

FINISH Railay, Thailand

DEPARTURE DATES

TRANSPORT Catamaran, dinghy ACCOMMODATION Twin-hulled catamaran (6 nts)

Start/Finish

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS

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Route/Transport type

FINISH Sorong, Indonesia

DEPARTURE DATES

1

Interact with the nomadic seafaring community of the Moken

ACCOMMODATION Twin-hulled catamaran (6 nts), hotel (2 nts)

Khao Lak, Thailand (hotel)

1

Place of interest

START Sorong, Indonesia

TRANSPORT Tri-maran, taxi, ferry, dinghy

FINISH Khao Lak, Vietnam

CHINA

Overnight stop

Sorong

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS

1

Kayak, paddleboard and snorkel among stunning marine life

Start/Finish

Local ferry to/from Sorong

Friwinbonda Pulau Friwen

Pulau Arborek

MEALS 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners

START Khao Lak, Thailand

TRIP STYLE Comfort

Enjoy a barbecue of freshly caught fish on a secluded beach

Overnight stop

Kabui Bay Waisai

Bali - 2000km

Sail clear seas on a traditional Melanesian outrigger

ITINERARY

PHYSICAL

Indulge in nutritious, delicious meals made by your onboard local chef

Start/Finish

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Pulau Waigeo

Pulau Gam

Kawe

Explore waters that host the most biodiverse marine life on earth

9 DAYS

Alyui Bay

Snorkel pristine, rainbow-coloured reefs right off the boat

Phuket

Tayshet

Pacific Ocean

WHY you’ll love it

Khao Lak Stand-up paddleboarding, Myanmar

Indonesia

TRIP CODE

MAX GROUP SIZE 10

TH A IL A N D

Thay Yae Island

DESTINATION

INDONESIA

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INDONESIA, THAILAND

MYANMAR, THAILAND

Myauk Ni Island Ranong

Pulau Wayag

Ko Surin Tai

Phuket

Ko Rok Noi Ko Tarutao

Phang Nga Bay THAILAND

THAILAND

T HAILAND

Langkawi Malacca Strait

Ko Hong Railay

Ko Phi Phi, Thailand

MALAYSIA, THAILAND

Andaman Sea

Ko Phayam Mu Ko Kam Baan Talay Nok Village Khao Lak Gulf of Thailand Ko Yao Yai Ao Nang

MALAYSIA

Penang

Ko Surin, Thailand

Ko Yao Yai Phuket

7 DAYS

Phuket Sailing Adventure DESTINATION

Thailand

TRIP CODE

TSSZC

MAX GROUP SIZE 14

16 DAYS Ko Phi Phi Ko Racha Noi

Start/Finish

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Overnight stop

Place of interest

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ITINERARY

TRIP STYLE Original

WHY you’ll love it Set sail on the beautifully calm waters of the Andaman Sea Sleep beneath the stars, rocked by the gentle pitch of a boat Slip into the indulgent beach-loving life with walks on sandy beaches

INCLUSIONS

DESTINATIONS

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Phuket (catamaran)

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Phang Nga Bay (catamaran)

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Railay (catamaran) – Ko Hong

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Ko Phi Phi (catamaran)

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Ko Yao Yai (catamaran)

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Feast on delicious food, with an onboard chef to cook Thai favourites The biggest decision of your day is whether to paddleboard or kayak

Cruising Thailand & Malaysia Southbound: Phuket to Penang TRIP CODE TTKIC TRIP STYLE Comfort

Sample the street food delights of Penang Enjoy the legendary limestone karst landscape of Krabi

FINISH Phuket, Thailand 1

PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

Ko Racha Noi (catamaran)

Meet the locals preserving their culture on the island of Koh Yao Yai

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

Hear firsthand stories of survival in Baan Talay Nok Village, which was devastated by the 2004 tsunami

MEALS 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Phuket, Thailand

Malaysia, Thailand

MAX GROUP SIZE 48

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

START Phuket, Thailand

PHYSICAL

Start/Finish

KEY:

2

Phuket, Thailand (hotel, small cruise ship)

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Khao Lak, Thailand (small cruise ship)

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Mo Ko Kam, Thailand (small cruise ship) – Baan Talay Nok Village

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Ko Phayam, Thailand (small cruise ship)

2

Ko Surin Thai, Thailand (small cruise ship)

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Ko Yao Yai, Thailand (small cruise ship) – Phuket

2

Ao Nang, Thailand (small cruise ship)

1

At Sea – Ko Tarutao, Thailand (small cruise ship)

2

Langkawi, Malaysia (small cruise ship)

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Penang, Malaysia (small cruise ship) FINISH Penang, Malaysia

1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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INCLUSIONS

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TRANSPORT Catamaran, dinghy

Short on time? Get your fix of southern Thailand with some smaller but just as stunning sailing adventures.

MEALS 15 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners

Get back your land legs and continue your adventure through the south of Thailand with this 8-day journey.

ACCOMMODATION Twin-hulled catamaran (6 nts)

Sail Phuket to Ko Phi Phi – 4 days (TSSX)

TRANSPORT Small cruise ship, Zodiac, songtheaw, rickshaw, bus

Explore Southern Thailand – 8 days (TTSP)

ACCOMMODATION M/S Panorama II (14 nts), hotel (1 nt)

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Feel the wind in your hair as you set sail in southern Thailand.

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Get the balance of resort-like charm and hidden excitements.

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Pulau Tiga

Bandar Seri Begawan

Bali

Bedil Island

Lombok, Indonesia

Kenawa Island

DESTINATION

Overnight stop

Place of interest

9 DAYS

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY START Bali, Indonesia

Indonesia

TRIP CODE TTMI TRIP STYLE Comfort MAX GROUP SIZE 48

Start/Finish

PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it Unwind with a dip in Satonda Island’s incredible crater lake – just one of many superb natural wonders to be found here Make the most of magnificent snorkelling opportunities, keeping your eyes peeled for tropical fish and Indonesia’s famous sea turtles Escape the tourists of Komodo Island by visiting Rinca Island, where Komodo dragon-spotting is a much more natural experience

Bali (hotel, small cruise ship)

1

Bedil Island (small cruise ship) – Kenawa Island

1

Satonda Island (small cruise ship)

1

Banta Island (small cruise ship)

1

Rinca Island (small cruise ship)

1

Moyo Island (small cruise ship)

1

Lombok (small cruise ship)

1

Route/Transport type

2

Kuching, Malaysia (small cruise ship)

1

Lakei Island, Malaysia (small cruise ship)

1

Mukah, Malaysia (small cruise ship)

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Miri, Malaysia (small cruise ship)

Look out for gibbons and exploding ants in wild forests

2

Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei (small cruise ship)

Learn how to craft Sarawak classic umai and the best way to prepare it during a demonstration from a local cook

1

Pulau Tiga, Malaysia (small cruise ship)

PHYSICAL

See two different sides of Bandar Seri Begawan – at the opulent Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque and at tea in a sleepy water village Consider a canopy walk above Ulu Tempurung National Park

FINISH Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia 1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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INCLUSIONS

MEALS 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 8 dinners

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

MEALS 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners

Beautiful Bali – 9 days (TISA)

TRANSPORT Small cruise ship, Zodiac, bus

See a different side to Indonesia and conquer Mt Batur.

ACCOMMODATION M/S Panorama II (7 nts), hotel (1 nt)

Cycle Bali – 8 days (TIXC) Work up a sweat after all that relaxing with this active trip.

DEPARTURE DATES

Feel like getting active after your adventure cruise? Why not tackle Mt Kinabalu on the extended Borneo trip.

ACCOMMODATION M/S Panorama II (8 nts)

Classic Borneo – 10 days (TMKB) Head into lush jungles, down rivers and through villages.

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TRANSPORT Small cruise ship, Zodiac, bus

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Place of interest

START Kuching, Malaysia

WHY you’ll love it

INCLUSIONS

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Brunei, Malaysia (Borneo)

MAX GROUP SIZE 48

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

Start/Finish

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TRIP CODE TTBC TRIP STYLE Comfort

FINISH Bali, Indonesia

BORNEO ( MALAYSIA)

Kuching

Borneo Coastal Cruising DESTINATION

2

Mukah

Lakei Island

IN D ON ESIA

KEY:

Miri

Pulau Tiga, Borneo

Banta Rinca Island Island

9 DAYS

Indonesian Island Cruise

Kota Kinabalu BORNEO

INDONESIA

Lombok

Satonda Moyo Island Island

dec

DEPARTURE DATES

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india, nepal & bhutAN INDIA

Stitched together by the jagged seams of the Himalayas, India, Nepal and Bhutan have more in common than just this spectacular mountain range. They’re also home to rich natural landscapes, bucolic villages and historical treasures. Listen to a rainbow of flags flapping in the wind en route to Everest Base Camp and meet monks in prayer halls in Bhutan. From the steamy jungles of India to the golden pagodas of Nepal and the gravity-defying Tiger’s Nest in Paro Valley, this region is sure to stir you.

Jaipur, India

8 DAYS

India’s Golden Triangle DESTINATION

India

TRIP CODE

HHSN

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Delhi

INDIA

Agra

Jaipur

TRIP STYLE Original

Rural Heritage Stay

PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it See the best of North India with a knowledgeable local leader Float among the clouds at sunrise on an optional hot air balloon trip Experience authentic Rajasthani luxury at a heritage stay

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

Witness the monumental Taj Mahal sparkling in the morning light

START Delhi, India

See Old and New Delhi – a city that pays homage to past empires

INCLUSIONS MEALS 1 breakfast, 1 dinner TRANSPORT Private vehicle, shuttle bus, cycle rickshaw, auto rickshaw, metro ACCOMMODATION Hotel (6 nts), heritage property (1 nt)

Start/Finish

KEY:

2

Delhi (hotel)

2

Jaipur (hotel)

1

Rural Heritage Stay (heritage property)

1

Agra (hotel) – Fatehpur Sikri

1

Delhi (hotel) FINISH Delhi, India

1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

WEATHER Delhi Mumbai Kochi Kathmandu Thimphu

Monsoon 25-35ºC Very hot & dry 35ºC+ Hot & dry 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC Warm & wet 20-25ºC Cool 15-20ºC Cold & dry 0-15ºC Cold & wet 0-20ºC Below freezing -0ºC

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15 DAYS

Delhi

Classic Rajasthan DESTINATION TRIP CODE

INDIA

India HHSC

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Agra Taj Mahal

Jaipur

Rural Heritage Stay

Pushkar

Ranthambhore NP

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Bundi

Udaipur

Paangarh Lake

The enchanting northern state of Rajasthan is awash with

Rural Heritage Stay

all the colours of India. On your classic 15-day adventure, and splendour of Maharajahs’ palaces. Stroll the markets of

KEY:

Jaipur, search for the elusive Bengal tiger in Ranthambhore

ITINERARY

National Park on a wildlife safari, enjoy a shared meal with a

1

Start/Finish

Place of interest

2

Delhi (hotel)

wherever you may be. This is truly the colour and essence of

1

Rajasthan in a small group adventure.

Agra (hotel)

1

Madhogarh (heritage property)

2

Jaipur (hotel)

1

Ranthambhore NP (hotel)

Rajasthan will no doubt capture your imagination, and your heart!

1

Bundi (heritage property)

Walk past the shimmering lakes and marble palaces of Udaipur

1

Paangarh Lake (permanent tent)

Watch the sunset from a rampart on Fort Madhogarh

1

Rural Heritage Stay (heritage property)

Keep your adrenaline charged with an evening tiger-spotting safari in Ranthambhore National Park

2

Udaipur (hotel)

1

Pushkar (hotel)

1

Delhi (hotel)

Visit the sacred Pushkar Lake and the evocative Thar Desert

INCLUSIONS MEALS 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Route/Transport type

START Delhi, India

family in Pushkar and soak up the culture of the local people

WHY you’ll love it

FINISH Delhi, India 1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, auto rickshaw, bus, cycle rickshaw, jeep, metro, shuttle bus, taxi, train, van 2

Overnight stop

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North India Highlights – 9 days (HHKH)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (10 nts), heritage property (3 nts), permanent tent (1 nt)

Experience the highlights of India’s north, from the vibrant capital of Delhi, to the spiritual hub of Varanasi.

Rajasthan Adventure – 11 days (HHSR)

3

Discover India at its most colourful, among the deserts, bazaars and forts of Rajasthan.

1. Admire the wonder and opulence of the Taj Mahal – a highlight of anyone’s Indian adventure. 2. Explore one of the largest mosques in India – Jama Masjid. 3. Search for Bengal tigers on a jungle safari in Ranthambhore National Park. 4. Pass by the spice markets in Old Delhi on a guided tour with your small group.

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INDIA

discover the fierce history of massive forts and the opulence

Dharamsala, India

Jaisalmer

North India Revealed India

TRIP CODE

HHRR

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Delhi

Overnight Train

Thar Desert

22 DAYS

DESTINATION

INDIA

INDIA

Traditional dancers, Udaipur

13 DAYS

Overnight Train

Mountains & Mystics of India

Jodhpur

Agra Jaipur Udaipur Pushkar Abhaneri

Varanasi

IN D IA

TRIP STYLE Basix PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Climb to hilltop temples at sunrise in Pushkar and Varanasi Observe pilgrims praying along the Ganges River on a boat cruise See with your own eyes the acclaimed ivory-white Taj Mahal

INCLUSIONS MEALS 1 breakfast, 1 dinner TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight sleeper train, train, public bus, metro, auto rickshaw, cycle rickshaw, camel, taxi

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Delhi (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

1

Thar Desert (camping)

2

Jaisalmer (guesthouse)

2

Jodhpur (hotel)

3

Udaipur (hotel)

2

Pushkar (hotel)

2

Jaipur (hotel)

1

Abhaneri (hotel)

Delhi (hotel)

DEPARTURE DATES

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

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Start/Finish

KEY:

Overnight stop

Place of interest

START Delhi, India Delhi (hotel)

2

Shimla (hotel)

1

Mandi (heritage property)

MEALS 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

2

Dharamsala (hotel)

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight sleeper train, public bus, train, heritage train, metro, cycle rickshaw, taxi

2

Amritsar (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

2

Rishikesh (hotel, camping) – River Ganges

1

Delhi (hotel) FINISH Delhi, India

1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

2

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts), camping with basic facilities (1 nt), heritage property (1 nt), overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

may

Rishikesh

Delhi

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Stay in the self-proclaimed World’s Yoga Capital in Rishikesh

Varanasi (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

apr

Chandigarh

INDIA

Learn about Sikhism on a visit to its significant Golden Temple

3

mar

TRIP STYLE Original

Embrace the colonial charm and cool mountain air of Shimla Hill Station

Agra (hotel, overnight sleeper train) – Fatehpur Sikri

feb

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Shimla Overnight Train

Witness the flag ceremony at India and Pakistan’s Wagah border

FINISH Delhi, India

jan

HHSF

Mandi

Get a glimpse of India’s diversity while seeing a range of landscapes

2

1

India

TRIP CODE

Amritsar

WHY you’ll love it

START Delhi, India

See the colourful cities of Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaipur

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Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

Discover the ancient forts, palaces and rural villages of Rajasthan

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (15 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), overnight sleeper train (3 nts), camping with basic facilities (1 nt)

Start/Finish

KEY:

DESTINATION

Dharamsala/McLeod Ganj

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INDIA

INDIA

Varanasi, India

Thar Desert, India

Jaisalmer

11 DAYS

15 DAYS

Indian Getaway

Rajasthan Experience

IN D IA

Delhi

DESTINATION

India

TRIP CODE

HHRI

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Overnight Train

TRIP STYLE Basix

Mandawa Delhi

Thar Desert

Jodhpur

Agra

Jaipur

Udaipur

INDIA

Jaipur

PHYSICAL

Agra

Tordi

WHY you’ll love it

Overnight Train

Varanasi

DESTINATION

India

TRIP CODE

HHKR

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Explore the unforgettable Hall of Mirrors at Amber Fort with a guide

TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL

Travel like a local with two overnight sleeper train journeys

Start/Finish

KEY:

Start and end your adventure in Delhi, full of historic sights

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

2

Delhi (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

MEALS 1 dinner

3

Varanasi (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight sleeper train, auto rickshaw, cycle rickshaw, metro, train, public bus, jeep

1

Agra (hotel)

1

Tordi (heritage property)

2

Jaipur (heritage property)

1

Delhi (hotel)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts), heritage property (3 nts), overnight sleeper train (2 nts)

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Agra (hotel)

2

Jaipur (hotel) – Fatehpur Sikri

2

Mandawa (heritage property) – Nawalgarh

1

Bikaner (heritage property)

2

Jaisalmer (heritage property)

1

Thar Desert (camping)

MEALS 14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

1

Jodhpur (hotel)

TRANSPORT Plane, private minibus, private vehicle, auto rickshaw, camel, jeep, shuttle bus, train

2

Udaipur (hotel) – Ranakpur

1

Delhi (hotel)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts), heritage property (5 nts), camping with facilities (1 nt)

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

feb

1

INCLUSIONS

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

DEPARTURE DATES jan

Delhi (hotel)

Sleep in style with stays in beautifully restored heritage properties

FINISH Delhi, India 1

1

Visit the spectacular art deco Raj Mandir cinema in Jaipur

See traditional arts and handicrafts first hand in the bazaars of Jaipur

START Delhi, India

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Place of interest

FINISH Delhi, India 1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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Visit a local family for dinner in Jaisalmer for a home-cooked meal

ITINERARY

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

See the immaculate icon of the Taj Mahal on a guided tour

Spend a night in a heritage-listed palace in the village of Tordi

Start/Finish

KEY:

WHY you’ll love it

Watch the sunrise on the holy Ganges River in Varanasi

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Bikaner

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15 DAYS

Delhi to Goa

Delhi Agra

Pushkar

DESTINATION

India

TRIP CODE

HHRG

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Jaipur

Udaipur

TRIP STYLE Basix

Overnight Train

PHYSICAL

INDIA

Mumbai

WHY you’ll love it

Overnight Train

Explore the heritage quarter and vibrant Chowpatty Beach in Mumbai

Goa

Witness the one and only Taj Mahal in all its glory

Kerala Backwaters, India

Overnight Train

Mysore

Mamallapuram

15 DAYS

Mudumalai NP

Southern India DESTINATION

India

TRIP CODE

HHSS

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

IN D IA

Coonoor

TRIP STYLE Original

Kerala Backwaters

PHYSICAL

Start/Finish

Discover the waterfalls, plantations and markets of the Western Ghats

KEY:

Explore the fusion of cultures in Kochi by ferry

ITINERARY

Step back in time among the iridescent hills of Nilgiri on the toy train

Overnight stop

jan

Place of interest

Enjoy a family homestay in the idyllic backwaters of Kerala

INCLUSIONS MEALS 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight sleeper train, train, auto rickshaw, boat, bus, cycle rickshaw, ferry ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), jungle lodge (1 nt), overnight sleeper train (1 nt), homestay (1 nt)

2

Kochi (hotel)

2

Conoor (hotel) – Ootacamund

HHZM

1

Mamallapuram (hotel)

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

1

Puducherry (hotel) – Auroville

1

Madurai (hotel)

2

Periyar NP (hotel)

Get a real taste of some of India’s most famous culinary traditions

1

Kerala Backwaters (homestay)

Sample an array of street food on eye-opening cuisine crawls

1

Kochi (hotel)

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Agra

Bijaipur

Mumbai

Goa

KEY:

Start/Finish

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY START Delhi, India

MEALS 13 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 4 dinners

nov

aug

INDIA

TRIP STYLE Original

INCLUSIONS

jun

jul

PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

jun

Overnight Train

India

apr

may

MEXICO

TRIP CODE

mar

apr

Udaipur

DESTINATION

feb

mar

Delhi

Mysore (hotel, overnight train)

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

jan

feb

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

Jaipur

2

DEPARTURE DATES

FINISH Goa, India

India Real Food Adventure

Mudumalai NP (jungle lodge) – Masinagudi

FINISH Kochi, India

Route/Transport type

15 DAYS

1

1

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Route/Transport type

Place of interest

DEPARTURE DATES

Madurai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

START Kochi, India

Search for elusive wildlife on safari around two of India’s best national parks – Mudumalai and Periyar

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (12 nts), overnight sleeper train (2 nts)

WHY you’ll love it

Overnight stop

START Delhi, India

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight sleeper train, train, auto rickshaw, cycle rickshaw, metro, shuttle bus, public bus, taxi

Overnight Train

Start/Finish

ITINERARY

MEALS No meals are included on this tour

Puducherry

Kochi

KEY:

INCLUSIONS

Chennai

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, taxi, train, overnight train

FINISH Goa, India

DEPARTURE DATES

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), heritage property (2 nts), overnight sleeper train (1 nt) jan

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INDIA

Take the time to stroll the enchanting streets of Jaipur and Udaipur

NEPAL

INDIA, NEPAL

River Ganges, India

Lumbini prayer flags, Nepal

15 DAYS

Delhi

Delhi to Kathmandu DESTINATIONS

India, Nepal

TRIP CODE

HHSK

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

N E PA L Agra

IN D IA

Lumbini

10 DAYS

Chitwan NP/ Madi Valley

Experience Nepal

Kathmandu

River Ganges Orchha

Varanasi

Overnight Train

DESTINATION

Nepal

TRIP CODE

HNSC

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

TRIP STYLE Original

TRIP STYLE Original

Kathmandu

PHYSICAL

Start/Finish

KEY:

WHY you’ll love it

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

Hike through stunning landscapes and explore ancient trading towns

START Delhi, India

Visit working monasteries and watch local artists painting thangkas

1

Delhi, India (hotel)

Spend time in the ancient religious city of Bhaktapur

KEY:

1

Agra, India (hotel)

Come down from the adrenaline rush of whitewater rafting with a night camping along the banks of the Trisuli River

ITINERARY

3

Orchha, India (heritage property, overnight sleeper train)

1

River Ganges, India (camping)

2

Varanasi, India (hotel)

1

Lumbini, Nepal (hotel)

MEALS 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

1

Chitwan NP, Nepal (lodge)

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight sleeper train, 4x4 safari vehicle/jeep, auto rickshaw, cycle rickshaw, shuttle bus, train, canoe, bike

1

Madi Valley, Nepal (guesthouse)

1

Chitwan NP, Nepal (lodge)

2

Kathmandu, Nepal (hotel)

The Taj Mahal is a triumph of Mughal architecture that is sure to inspire Learn some Indian delights at a cooking demonstration at in Orchha See pilgrims praying and bathing along the ghats of the River Ganges Stay in a sustainable local community guesthouse in Madi Valley

INCLUSIONS

INCLUSIONS MEALS 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners TRANSPORT Private vehicle ACCOMMODATION Hotel (3 nts), resort (2 nts), guesthouse (3 nts), camping with basic facilities (1 nt)

feb

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Place of interest

2

Kathmandu (hotel)

1

Bhaktapur (guesthouse)

1

Balthali (guesthouse) – Panauti

1

Namobuddha (guesthouse)

2

Pataleban (resort)

1

Trisuli River (camping)

1

Kathmandu (hotel)

1

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

jan

Overnight stop

Route/Transport type

FINISH Kathmandu, Nepal

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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Start/Finish

START Kathmandu, Nepal

FINISH Kathmandu, Nepal 1

Namobuddha

Balthali

Discover hidden gems like Namobuddha and Balthali

ITINERARY

Travel on foot and by cycle rickshaw to the heart of Old Delhi

Pataleban

Bhaktapur

WHY you’ll love it

PHYSICAL

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), heritage property (2 nts), lodge (2 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), overnight sleeper train (1 nt), camping with basic facilities (1 nt)

N E PA L

Trisuli River

jul

aug

sep

oct

nov

dec

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

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GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

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15 DAYS

Everest Base Camp Trek DESTINATION

Nepal

TRIP CODE

HNXE

Everest Base Camp

Mt Everest Kala Patthar Summit Gorak Shep Labouche Dingboche N E PA L Phortse Kathmandu Pheriche/Orsho Namche Bazaar Phakding Tengboche Monjo Lukla

TRIP STYLE Original

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

PHYSICAL

Manthali Airport Alternate route season dependent

Everest Base Camp. First conquered by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary in 1953, Everest has traditionally been the ultimate goal for mountaineers. Today, hardcore trekkers

KEY:

seek the challenge of reaching the mountaineer’s Base Camp.

ITINERARY

Flying in to Lukla, explore the mountains and valleys around

1

Kathmandu (guesthouse)

1

Phakding (teahouse)

2

Namche Bazaar (teahouse)

1

Phortse (teahouse)

2

Dingboche (teahouse)

1

Lobuche (teahouse)

1

Gorak Shep (teahouse) – Everest Base Camp

1

Pheriche/Orsho (teahouse) – Kala Pattar

Learn about local Sherpa culture, and have porters help along the way

1

Tengboche (teahouse)

Hike past glorious glaciers, lakes and caves, and breathe in crisp air

1

Monjo (teahouse)

Spend time exploring Nepal’s compact capital, Kathmandu

1

Lukla (teahouse)

1

Kathmandu (guesthouse)

Get your first glimpse of Everest with an included scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla

INCLUSIONS

Route/Transport type

START Kathmandu, Nepal 1

Experience breathtaking scenery and the camaraderie of trekking with a small group on the world’s most classic trek

FINISH Kathmandu, Nepal 1

MEALS No meals are included on this tour

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle

ACCOMMODATION Teahouse (12 nts), guesthouse (2 nts) 1. Look out for the colourful prayer flags on your way to Everest Base Camp. 2. Pass by local mountain communities along the Phakding River 3. Feel free and fully alive on your small-group trekking adventure, dwarfed by the Himalayas.

4. Marvel at the high altitude and snow-capped peaks at Everest Base Camp

Place of interest

the traditions and cultures of the famous Sherpa and spend

WHY you’ll love it

3

Overnight stop

the towering peak, rest in Nepalese teahouses, learn about time in Kathmandu.

2

Start/Finish

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Everest Base Camp & Gokyo Lakes Trek – 19 days (HNXL) Embark on one of the world’s greatest treks, with the additional challenge of reaching Gokyo Lakes.

DEPARTURE DATES

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

Selected Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays Enter HNXE on intrepidtravel.com for exact dates.

Tamang Heritage & Langtang Valley Trek – 15 days (HNXV) Learn about sacred Tibetan culture as you walk the wild terrains of the Tamang Heritage Trail.

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NEPAL

Take on the adventure of a lifetime trekking in Nepal to reach

15 DAYS

Annapurna Base Camp Trek DESTINATION

Nepal

TRIP CODE

HNXS

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Annapurna Base Camp Machhapuchhre Base Camp Doban Chomrong Bamboo Tadapani Jhinu Danda Ghorepani Ulleri Nayapul Pokhara

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

N E PA L

Pothana Phedi

Kathmandu

WHY you’ll love it Explore Phewa Tal and gaze up at snow-capped peaks while in Pokhara

Taktsang, Bhutan

DESTINATION

Bhutan

TRIP CODE

HJKB

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

B H U TA N

TRIP STYLE Comfort

Route/Transport type

FINISH Kathmandu, Nepal

DEPARTURE DATES

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

jan

feb

mar

apr

may

jun

jul

aug

sep

oct

nov

dec

Paro

WHY you’ll love it

Thimphu

15 DAYS

It would be hard not to feel enlightened in this hidden paradise Journey to the small monastery of Taktsang, known as the Tiger’s Nest Experience an optional Dotsho – a Bhutanese medicinal bath Hike to the top of Khamsum Yulley for views over rice terraces

Start/Finish

KEY:

Discover the bountiful delights of vegetarian cuisine in Bhutan

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS MEALS 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners TRANSPORT Private vehicle

Annapurna Circuit Trek

START Thimphu, Bhutan

DESTINATION

Nepal

2

Thimphu (hotel)

TRIP CODE

HNXR

2

Punakha (hotel)

2

Paro (hotel) – Tiger’s Nest Monastery

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

1

PHYSICAL

Ascend to the clouds as you cross the Thorung La Pass

MEALS No meals are included on this tour

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

jan

feb

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N E PA L

Ngadi Besisahar Pokhara

Kathmandu

Uncover another side to the Himalayas of rice terraces and oak forests

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

DEPARTURE DATES

Jomsom

WHY you’ll love it

FINISH Paro, Bhutan

Annapurna Range Phedi Yak Kharka Manang Pisang Chame Dharapani Chamje

Muktinah

TRIP STYLE Original

INCLUSIONS

Selected Fridays Enter HJKB on intrepidtravel.com for exact dates.

Place of interest

ACCOMMODATION Teahouse (10 nts), hotel (3 nts), guesthouse (1 nt)

Punakha

PHYSICAL

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (6 nts)

TRANSPORT Private vehicle

Tiger’s Nest Monastery

Overnight stop

START Kathmandu, Nepal

MEALS No meals are included on this tour

Bhutan Discovered

Start/Finish

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS

7 DAYS

KEY:

nov

dec

KEY:

Start/Finish

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY START Kathmandu, Nepal

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle

FINISH Kathmandu, Nepal

DEPARTURE DATES

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

ACCOMMODATION Teahouse (10 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), hotel (2 nts) jan

feb

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NEPAL

BHUTAN

Watch the sunrise over Annapurna from Poon Hill

Short break

Adventures

Haven’t quite got your fill of India and Nepal? Looking for a curated experience that hones in on a specific place?

We hear you.

Delve a little deeper into the destinations, cultures and people that make this region so memorable with one of these short trips to complement your adventure.

See intrepidtravel.com/short-breaks for more information.

Everest Teahouse Trek 5 DAYS | HNAD Travel to Nepal and head to the Himalayan hills to get the full picture of Everest.

Tigers of Bardia

Kathmandu Valley Trek

4 DAYS | HNAB

4 DAYS | HNAK

Discover a world of wildlife on a journey through the

Meet with monks, watch spectacular sunrises

unspoiled Bardia National Park.

and explore medieval towns.

Annapurna Homestay Trek

Kathmandu DiscoverY

Varanasi Extension

Taj Mahal Extension

5 DAYS | HNAA

4 DAYS | HNAH

4 DAYS | HHAV

3 DAYS | HHAJ

Trek through rocky terrain, forests and

Get to know Nepal’s compact capital on a

Explore holy Varanasi – an atmospheric blend of

wildflowers in the Annapurnas.

deeper level.

Discover more to the Taj Mahal and Red Fort on

temples, river ghats and bazaars.

a cultural extension.

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Sri Lanka No longer obscure to the inquisitive traveller, nor overshadowed by heavyweight counterparts India and Nepal, Sri Lanka is studded with natural, architectural and cultural highlights. Find blissful beaches, rolling green landscapes and delectable food that will blow the mind of even the most seasoned adventurer.

SR I L A N K A Sigiriya Dambulla Negombo Colombo

SRI LANKA

Kandy Bandarawela

Colombo cooking class

Yala NP Galle

12 DAYS

Mirissa

Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure

KEY:

DESTINATION

Sri Lanka

1

Negombo (hotel)

TRIP CODE

HPZM

2

Dambulla (hotel)

2

Kandy (hotel)

2

Bandarawela (hotel)

1

Yala NP (hotel)

2

Mirissa (hotel)

1

Colombo (hotel)

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Start/Finish

Route/Transport type

START Negombo, Sri Lanka

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Witness the amazing Sri Lankan seafood on offer in Negombo Spend time with welcoming locals keen to explain the tricks to making Sri Lankan cuisine

FINISH Colombo, Sri Lanka

Learn how to cook Tamil, Sinhalese and Burgher dishes Soak up the scenery while sipping a glass of the local liquor Spoil your tastebuds with flavour-filled curries and sweet desserts

1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

INCLUSIONS

Colombo Kandy

Place of interest

ITINERARY

WHY you’ll love it

WEATHER

Overnight stop

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

MEALS 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 3 dinners

Looking for more? Why not extend your cuisine adventure on one of our food tours through India.

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, safari vehicle

India Real Food Adventure – 15 days (HHZM)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts)

North & South India Real Food Adventure – 26 days (HHZIC) Visit intrepidtravel.com/india for more options.

Monsoon 25-35ºC Hot & dry 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC

DEPARTURE DATES Selected Tuesdays & Fridays Enter HPZM on intrepidtravel.com for exact dates.

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15 DAYS

Anuradhapura

Best of Sri Lanka DESTINATION

Polonnaruwa Sigiriya Dambulla Negombo

Sri Lanka

TRIP CODE HPSH TRIP STYLE Original MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Kandy S R I L A N K A Bandarawela/ Tamil Village Kuda Oya

Colombo

PHYSICAL

Galle

A jewel in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is jam-packed with

Mirissa

idyllic beaches. From ancient Anuradhapura city to the impressive Sigiriya rock fortress, Sri Lankan culture spans

KEY:

more than 2000 years and still remains vibrant and alive

ITINERARY

today. Trek through lush tea plantations, indulge in seafood

1

Start/Finish

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Negombo, Sri Lanka

feasts in fishing towns and dip your toes in the calm, clear

1

Negombo (hotel)

waters of Mirissa beach on this all-encompassing adventure

2

– the perfect trip for those seeking a unique travel experience.

Anuradhapura (hotel)

1

Polonnaruwa (hotel)

1

Dambulla (hotel) – Sigiriya

2

Kandy (hotel)

1

Bandarawela (hotel)

1

Haputale (hotel)

1

Kuda Oya (permanent tented camp)

2

Mirissa (hotel)

1

Galle (local lodge)

1

Colombo (hotel)

WHY you’ll love it Visit a local home for a cooking demonstration, and learn the secrets behind creating this delicious cuisine Climb to the top of the mighty Lion Rock at Sigiriya Explore the ancient cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa Enjoy an included barbecue dinner with locals in riverside Kuda Oya Spend a couple of days relaxing on the palm-fringed shores of Mirissa

FINISH Colombo, Sri Lanka

INCLUSIONS

1

MEALS 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train 2

Overnight stop

ACCOMMODATION Hotels (12 nts), permanent tented camp with basic facilities (1 nt), local lodge (1 nt)

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Sri Lanka Explorer – 12 days (HPSS) Explore ruins, relax on beaches and discover the hidden beauty of Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka Expedition: WIlderness & Wildlife – 12 days (HPSV)

3

Embark on a journey through pristine natural environments and encounter exotic wildlife on this 12-day expedition.

1. Trek through lush plantations and reward yourself with a cup of freshly brewed tea. 2. Why not get into the spirit of seaside Sri Lanka by visiting Negombo’s renowned fish market. 3. Climb the impressive ruins of Sigiriya fortress and witness epic views of its surrounds. 4. Swim in the translucent waters that lap the shores of Mirissa Beach.

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DEPARTURE DATES 4

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SRI LANKA

ancient sites, fascinating culture, beautiful wilderness and

8 DAYS

Classic Sri Lanka Anuradhapura

SRI LANKA

Colombo

Hatton

TRIP CODE

HPXC

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

TRIP STYLE Original

Negombo (hotel)

PHYSICAL

2

Anuradhapura (hotel)

1

Polonnaruwa (hotel)

1

Dambulla (hotel) – Sigriya

Ride through tea plantations, lush jungle and quaint fishing villages

2

Kandy (hotel)

Rest your legs and relax along the sandy beaches of the south coast

1

Hatton (hotel)

Explore Sri Lanka’s most important religious and heritage sites

2

Tissamaharama (guesthouse) – Yala NP

Experience traditional culture with a Kandyan dance performance

2

Mirissa (hotel) – Galle

Cycle along one of the most beautiful stretches of road in Sri Lanka

1

Colombo (hotel)

DEPARTURE DATES feb

mar

apr

DESTINATION

Sri Lanka

TRIP CODE

HPRS

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

TRIP STYLE Basix

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Kandy

PHYSICAL

Colombo

Unawatuna

Check out local food and stalls at the Good Market in Colombo

Ride north to beaches, fishing villages, and lush green jungle.

may

jul

Wander through the golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth

Cycle Sri Lanka: North – 14 days (HPXN)

apr

jun

Negombo

WHY you’ll love it

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

mar

may

Dambulla

Want to cycle in May and June? There’s an active adventure in Sri Lanka to suit your schedule.

feb

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

SRI LANKA

Explore the palm-tree lined beaches and streets of Unawatuna

jan

Route/Transport type

FINISH Colombo, Sri Lanka

Simply Sri Lanka

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

Place of interest

8 DAYS

* This trip includes the option to hire an e-bike

ACCOMMODATION Hotels (12 nts), guesthouse (1nt)

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jan

FINISH Colombo, Sri Lanka

TRANSPORT Bicycle, support vehicle, train, jeep

Overnight stop

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts)

1

MEALS 12 breakfasts, 9 lunches

Start/Finish

START Negombo, Sri Lanka

MEALS 7 breakfasts TRANSPORT Private vehicle

ITINERARY

1

KEY:

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS

START Negombo, Sri Lanka

INCLUSIONS

Kandy

Colombo

Take a bike tour through the scattered ruins of Anuradhapura

Yala NP

WHY you’ll love it

Negombo

Look for elephants, deer and monkeys in Minneriya National Park

14 DAYS

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Sigiriya

Watch candy-coloured tuk-tuks zip down the street in Colombo

Mirissa

Sri Lanka

Minneriya NP

PHYSICAL

sep

oct

nov

dec

Experience outstanding views from the top of Sigiriya fortress

INCLUSIONS MEALS 7 breakfasts

KEY:

Start/Finish

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY START Negombo, Sri Lanka

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train

FINISH Colombo, Sri Lanka

DEPARTURE DATES

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

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SRI LANKA

Kandy

Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

DESTINATION

Anuradhapura

TRIP STYLE Comfort

Travel through highlands so green they almost glow, in Nuwara Eliya

Negombo

Tissamaharama

Cycle Sri Lanka

HPKS

WHY you’ll love it

Dambulla

Start/Finish

Sri Lanka

TRIP CODE

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Polonnaruwa

KEY:

DESTINATION

SRI LANKA

CHINA & TIBET You don’t get to be one of the world’s oldest civilisations without accumulating a wealth of history, traditions and formidable man‑made wonders. In China, ancient villages and temples stand alongside megacities defined by space-age skylines. In Tibet, centuries of isolation have manifested in a kingdom steeped in spirituality. Known for its lonely peaks, Buddhist beliefs and yak butter tea, Tibet’s weather is often cold, but the region is warm in spirit.

Beijing

CHINA

Shanghai, China

Great Wall

High-speed Train

CHINA

9 DAYS

Xi'an

China Highlights

Shanghai

Overnight Train

Xitang

DESTINATION

China

TRIP CODE

CBSD

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Start/Finish

KEY:

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

WHY you’ll love it

START Shanghai, China

Be blown away by Beijing and wowed by Shanghai’s futuristic skyline

1

Shanghai (hotel)

2

Xitang (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

Stand in awe of the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City

2

Xi’an (hotel)

Come face to face with thousands of Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an

1

Great Wall (guesthouse)

Witness the grandeur and immensity of the Great Wall

2

Beijing (hotel) – Great Wall

Get a taste of small-town life in the water town of Xintang – wander along the peaceful canals and zigzag through its narrow lanes

FINISH Beijing, China

INCLUSIONS

1

MEALS 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight sleeper train, high-speed train, public bus, subway

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Have a bit more time? Why not add on a stop in the vibrant metropolis of Hong Kong to cap off your China adventure.

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (6 nts), overnight sleeper train (1 nt), guesthouse (1 nt)

Beijing to Hong Kong Adventure – 12 days (CBSJ) Head from the Great Wall to the neon lights of Hong Kong.

WEATHER

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Beijing

Great Wall

High-speed Train Xi'an

High-speed Train

Yangzi River

Chengdu

Yichang Overnight Train Yangshuo High-speed Train Shenzhen Hong Kong

Emei Shan Chongqing Guilin

Traditional opera, Beijing

Liuzhou

CHINA

CHINA, HONG KONG

CHINA

Xi’an, China

19 DAYS

12 DAYS

China Experience DESTINATIONS

China, Hong Kong

TRIP CODE

CBSE

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Start/Finish

KEY:

Overnight stop

Place of interest

ITINERARY START Beijing, China

TRIP STYLE Original

3

Beijing, China (hotel) – Great Wall

PHYSICAL

2

Xi’an, China (hotel)

2

Chengdu, China (hotel) – Leshan

3

Emei Shan, China (monastery guesthouse)

3

Yangzi River, China (overnight boat)

1

Yichang, China (overnight train)

3

Yangshuo, China (hotel)

1

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (hotel)

WHY you’ll love it Escape the cities to discover China’s natural beauty Get up close to endangered giant pandas in Chengdu Trek up the misty peaks of Emei Shan and stay in a monastery Cycle through countryside, past the limestone karsts of Yangshuo

1

Explore China DESTINATION

China

TRIP CODE

CBKS

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Beijing Lanzhou

TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL

Xiahe

TRANSPORT Private bus, high-speed train, overnight soft sleeper train, overnight riverboat, public bus, subway, taxi, bicycle

High-speed Train

Visit Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Kung-Fu Experience the enchanting ambience and Tibetan culture of Xiahe

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, high speed train, subway, taxi ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts)

Experience Yunnan’s stunning nature, diverse culture and mouth-watering food.

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Shanghai, China

MEALS 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

Yunnan Explorer – 12 days (CBSP)

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Admire the stunning remnants of Northern Wei and Tang-era Buddhist art in the Longmen Grottoes

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Start/Finish

KEY:

Take a hike along the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the major cities? Explore the breathtaking natural scenery of Yunnan province on this 12-day adventure.

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), monastery guesthouse (3 nts), overnight riverboat (3 nts), overnight soft sleeper train (1 nt)

Shanghai

CHINA

INCLUSIONS

Shaolin Xi’an

Explore the best-known sights of Beijing, Shanghai and Xi’an

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

MEALS 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

Great Wall

Luoyang Longmen

WHY you’ll love it

FINISH Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Meander along the Yangzi River on a three-day cruise

INCLUSIONS

Route/Transport type

2

Shanghai (hotel)

2

Luoyang (hotel) – Shaolin, Longmen

2

Xi’an (hotel)

2

Xiahe (hotel) – Lanzhou

3

Beijing (hotel) – Great Wall FINISH Beijing, China

1

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Beijing

Great Wall

Overnight Train Xi’an

KEY:

Beijing to Hong Kong

ITINERARY

DESTINATIONS

China, Hong Kong

TRIP CODE

CBRKC

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

PHYSICAL

Overnight stop

Hong Kong

Explore China’s past and present, from the two-thousand-year-old Terracotta Warriors, to the thirty-year-old Shanghai skyline Zigzag through China’s urbanscape on its vast train network Escape the crowds and hike an unrestored section of the Great Wall

Place of interest

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, high speed train, overnight sleeper train, public bus, taxi, subway ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts), guesthouse (7 nts), overnight train (3 nts)

1

Beijing, China (overnight train)

2

Xi’an, China (hotel, overnight train)

1

Shanghai, China (hostel)

2

Huangshan, China (guesthouse)

DESTINATIONS

China, Nepal

Hongcun, China (guesthouse)

TRIP CODE

CBST

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

Longji, China (guesthouse)

3

Yangshuo, China (hotel)

1

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (hotel)

Travel on the railway to the ‘roof of the world’ – Tibet

FINISH Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Spend time getting to know China’s ancient history at the Great Wall

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

Immerse yourself in the sacred culture of Lhasa

WHY you’ll love it

Stand in the shadow of the mightiest mountain on earth – Everest

Want something more active? Try one of these adventures.

China: Great Wall Hike, Bike & Kung-Fu – 7 days (CBXG) South China: Hike, Bike & Kayak – 9 days (CBXA)

TRANSPORT Private bus, overnight sleeper train, public bus

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Beijing, China (hotel)

2

Transit by Train (overnight sleeper train)

3

Lhasa, China (hotel)

1

Gyantse, China (hotel)

2

Shigatse, China (hotel)

1

Sakya, China (hotel)

1

Everest NP, China (permanent tent camp/guesthouse)

1

Kyirong, Nepal (hotel)

1

Thankot, Nepal (hotel)

1

Kathmandu, Nepal (hotel) FINISH Kathmandu, Nepal

1

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YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Looking for a bit more comfort in the highlands of Tibet?

Find out about an alternative style of travelling.

Classic Tibet – 11 days (CBKT) Fly over the Himalayas to the sacred city of Lhasa.

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), overnight hard sleeper train (2 nts), permanent tented camp/guesthouse (1 nt)

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1

INCLUSIONS MEALS 2 lunches

Place of interest

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2

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Shanghai, China (hostel, overnight train)

DEPARTURE DATES

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KEY:

3

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N E PA L

Tibet: Beijing to Kathmandu Overland

Great Wall, China (guesthouse)

MEALS No meals are included on this tour

Sakya Gyantse

15 DAYS

2

INCLUSIONS

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Route/Transport type

Beijing, China (hotel)

1

Lhasa Yamdrok Yumtso Lake

Kathmandu

Everest National Park, Tibet, China

1

1

WHY you’ll love it

Enjoy the serenity of Hongcun’s black and white Hui architecture

Kyirong

START Beijing, China

TRIP STYLE Basix

Hike through the stunning rice terraces of Dragon’s backbone

Start/Finish

Mt Everest NP Thankot

Guilin Yangshuo

Overnight Train

Shigatse

Overnight Train Shenzhen

Longji Rice Terraces

20 DAYS

CHINA

Shanghai

Hongcun Huangshan

CHINA, NEPAL

CHINA, HONG KONG

C H IN A

Longji rice terraces, China

Beijing

Overnight Train

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CENTRAL ASIA & mongolia U Z B E K I S TA N Nurata Nuratau Mountains, Uzbekistan

DESTINATION

Uzbekistan

TRIP CODE

KFSA

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Samarkand

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY START Tashkent, Uzbekistan

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

See one of the true pinnacles of Islamic architecture – the Registan Discover a unique mix of ancient Silk Road culture and Soviet influence Spend an evening in the isolated Kyzylkum Desert in a traditional yurt

1

Tashkent (hotel)

2

Bukhara (hotel)

1

Kyzylkum Desert (yurt camp)

1

Nuratau Mountains (homestay)

2

Samarkand (hotel)

1

Tashkent (hotel) FINISH Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Indulge in local food and a homestay in the remote Nuratau Mountains Discover the World Heritage-listed city of Bukhara

Start/Finish

KEY:

WHY you’ll love it

1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

INCLUSIONS

MEALS 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Looking to travel in a little more comfort? Why not explore Central Asia in style on one of our upgraded itineraries.

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, metro, high-speed train

Very hot & dry 35ºC+ Hot & dry 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC Warm & wet 20-25ºC Cool 15-20ºC Cold & dry 0-15ºC Cold & wet 0-15ºC Below freezing -0ºC

Tashkent

Bukhara

Uzbekistan Adventure

WEATHER

Yurt Camp Nuratau Mountains

Gijduvan

9 DAYS

Tashkent Bishkek Moscow Ulaanbaatar Dushanbe Ashgabat Nur-Sultan

UZBEKISTAN

Venture into Central Asia, where Silk Road monuments share space with futuristic cities in a varied landscape of grassy steppes, vast desert and lofty mountain ranges. From the extravagant modern monuments of Ashgabat and the centuries-old, blue-tiled minarets in Khiva to the verdant landscapes of Terelj National Park and the soaring Pamir Mountains, the diverse wonders of this region await truly intrepid travellers.

Classic Uzbekistan – 12 days (KFKU)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (6 nts), yurt camp (1 nt), homestay (1 nt)

Tajikistan Discovery – 17 days (KFST) Visit intrepidtravel.com/asia for more options.

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U ZB E K IS TA N

Toktogul Reservoir

Tashkent

Andijan

Bukhara

Samarkand Gijduvan

Samarkand, Uzbekistan

TURKMENISTAN, UZBEKISTAN

KYRGYZSTAN, UZBEKISTAN

Bishkek

Kyzyl-Oi

Kochkor Son-Kol Osh

K Y R G Y ZS TA N

Darvaza Crater, Turkmenistan

17 DAYS

10 DAYS

Central Asia Explorer Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

TRIP CODE

KFSR

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

2

PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it Marvel at the beautiful Song Kol alpine lake Stay overnight in a yurt and live like the locals have for centuries Learn the important role horses have played in a Kyrgyz nomadic lifestyle Visit the much-photographed Registan in Samarkand

INCLUSIONS

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

TRIP STYLE Original

Marvel at the mountain known as Solomon’s Throne in historic Osh

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

1

DESTINATIONS

Start/Finish

KEY:

Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (hotel)

KonyeUrgench Urgench

U Z B E K I S TA N Darvaza

Kochkor, Kyrgyzstan (guesthouse/homestay)

1

Song Kol Lake, Kyrgyzstan (yurt camp)

1

Kyzyl-Oi, Kyrgyzstan (guesthouse/homestay)

1

Toktogul Reservoir, Kyrgyzstan (hotel)

2

Osh, Kyrgyzstan (hotel)

2

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (hotel) – Andijan

2

Samarkand, Uzbekistan (hotel)

3

Bukhara, Uzbekistan (hotel) – Shakhrisabz, Gijduvan

1

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (hotel)

DESTINATIONS

Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

TRIP CODE

KFSM

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Yerbent

TRIP STYLE Original

T U R K M EN I S TA N Mary

The UNESCO-protected town of Khiva is photogenic at every angle Explore the sprawling ruins of Mary, Merv and other ancient kingdoms Witness the eternal flames of the Darvaza Crater

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Journey through the always mysterious Turkmenistan

1

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (hotel)

2

Khiva, Uzbekistan (hotel)

1

Darvaza, Turkmenistan (camping) – Konye-Urgench

MEALS 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

2

Ashgabat, Turkmenistan (hotel) – Yerbent

2

Mary, Turkmenistan (hotel) – Merv

1

Ashgabat, Turkmenistan (hotel)

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, metro, high speed train

Want to explore another country? Central Asia is a world of endless possibilities, and perfect for the adventure seeker.

TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, 4x4 vehicle, metro, taxi

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (13 nts), guesthouse/homestay (2 nts), yurt (1 nt)

Kazakhstan Adventure – 14 days (KFSK)

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts), camping (1 nt)

Soak up the Silk Road’s ancient history and its surreal vistas.

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Take a city tour through the bizarre architecture of Ashgabat

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Start/Finish

KEY:

INCLUSIONS

Tashkent

Merv

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

MEALS 16 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners

Khiva

Ashgabat

PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

FINISH Tashkent, Uzbekistan 1

Tashkent to Ashgabat

FINISH Ashgabat, Turkmenistan 1

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Moscow

R U S S IA Trans-Siberian Railway Lake Baikal Ulaanbaatar

Ulan Ude Ger Camp

MONGOLIA

CHINA, MONGOLIA, RUSSIA

Perm Kungur

M O N G O L IA Beijing

Lake Baikal, Russia

Grazing yaks, Mongolia

C H IN A

16 DAYS

Start/Finish

KEY:

Beijing to Moscow

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY START Beijing, China

15 DAYS

Lake Khovsgol Shine Ider

Wild Mongolia

2

Beijing, China (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

DESTINATION

Mongolia

1

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (hotel)

TRIP CODE

CBSF

1

Terelj NP, Mongolia (ger camp)

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

2

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (hotel, overnight sleeper train)

2

Lake Baikal, Russia (guesthouse)

Experience an incredible Trans-Siberian rail adventure

1

Ulan Ude, Russia (hotel)

See Mongolia’s stunning landscapes by camel or by vehicle

Stay in the Mongolian wilderness at a ger camp

3

Trans-Siberian Railway, Russia (overnight sleeper train)

Have a rewarding cultural experience with a stay at a family ger camp

Visit a local family for gingerbread and tea in Kungur

1

Kungur, Russia (hotel)

The Tsenkher Hot Springs offer the perfect place to relax and unwind

Perm, Russia (overnight sleeper train)

Mongolia is a far-out destination, but you’ll be in excellent hands

Moscow, Russia (hotel)

See the volcanic craters of the Great White Lake in the mountains

DESTINATIONS

China, Mongolia, Russia

TRIP CODE

CBSU

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

Live life on the shores of magnificent Lake Baikal in a Siberian village

1

Explore fascinating Moscow and its central Red Square

INCLUSIONS MEALS 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

1

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (6 nts), overnight sleeper train (6 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), ger camp (1 nt)

MONGOLIA

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Have more time? Why not travel on one of the world’s finest railways between Russia and China.

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Amarbayasgalant Monastery (tourist ger camp)

1

Unit (tourist ger camp)

MEALS 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 12 dinners

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Ikh Uul (family ger camp)

TRANSPORT Private vehicle

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Lake Khovsgol (tourist ger camp)

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Shine Ider (family ger camp)

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Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake (tourist ger camp)

2

Tsenkher (tourist ger camp) – Tsetserleg

2

Khogno Khan (tourist ger camp) – Karakorum

1

Ulaanbaatar (hotel)

ACCOMMODATION Tourist ger camp (10 nts), family ger camp (2 nts), hotel (2 nts)

FINISH Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia 1

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1

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ITINERARY

Trans-Mongolian Experience – 20 days (WBSB) Beijing to St Petersburg – 23 days (CBSQC)

DEPARTURE DATES

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Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

TRANSPORT Private bus, overnight sleeper train, public bus, taxi, train, metro

TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL

WHY you’ll love it

FINISH Moscow, Russia 1

Terkhiin Erdenet Ikh Uul Tsagaan Lake Unit Amarbayasgalant Tsetserleg Monastery Tsenkher Karakorum Ulaanbaatar Khogno Khan

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CHOOSE A TRIP…

see more of CENTRAL ASIA

KF SR

KF SM

U ZB E K IS TA N Tashkent

Toktogul Reservoir

Andijan

Bukhara

Samarkand Gijduvan

We make it easy to see Central Asia, with a range of longer trips available to offer whatever type of adventure you’re after. Whether it’s following the ancient Silk Road or ticking the five ‘Stans’ off your bucket list, these combination trips have got you – and this part of the world – covered.

KFSA T U R K M E N I S TA N

Tashkent Dushanbe

Ashgabat

KFSM

Osh

K Y R GY ZS TA N

Samarkand Penjikent

KFSK

TA J IK IS TA N

Almaty

Tashkent

TU R K ME N IS TA N

Ashgabat

Gijduvan

Samarkand

Merv

Tashkent to Ashgabat 10 days, see page 99

Uzbekistan Adventure 9 days, see page 97

KF SK

Toktogul

K Y R GY ZS TA N Osh Sary Tash

Kashgar

Kalai-Khum Khorog Ptup

Overnight Train

Turpan

High-speed Train

C H IN A

Murghab

Dunhuang

TA J I K I S TA N

KFST

CBSZ

Beijing

Nur-Sultan (Astana)

Beijing

Jiayuguan Zhangye Xi’an Overnight Train

Baikonur High-speed Train

Kyzyl Orda

Langar

Shymkent

Tajikistan Discovery 17 days, enter KFST on our website

China’s Silk Road 15 days, enter CBSZ on our website

KAZ AKHSTAN

Overnight Train Turkistan

KY R GY Z S TA N Kashgar

Tashkent

Bukhara

Mary

C BSZ

Dushanbe

Bishkek

Khiva

Yurt Camp Nuratau Mountains

Nurata

Bishkek Tashkent

U Z B E K I S TA N

Darvaza Yerbent

KF ST U ZB E K IS TA N

KFSR

Son-Kol

U Z BEKI STAN

U ZB E K IS TA N

Kochkor

Central Asia Explorer 17 days, see page 98

Nur-Sultan (Astana)

K A Z A K H S TA N

KonyeUrgench Urgench

Bishkek

Kyzyl-Oi

KF SA

Almaty

Altyn Emel NP

Bishkek Cholpon Ata

Charyn Canyon Karakol

Kazakhstan Adventure 14 days, enter KFSK on our website

CHINA

…OR CHOOSE A COMBO TRIP KFSR + KFSM = KFSRC Bishkek to Ashgabat

26 days, enter KFSRC on our website

KFSA + KFSM = KFSAC Uzbekistan & Turkmenistan Adventure

18 days, enter KFSAC on our website

KFSK + KFST + KFSM = KFSSC Central Asia: Five Stans Adventure

39 days, enter KFSSC on our website

CBSZ + KFSR + KFSM = CBSBC Ultimate Silk Road: Beijing to Ashgabat

41 days, enter CBSBC on our website

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With so much to see and do in Central Asia, why not combine adventures and get the most out of this incredible region. Our combo trips offer something for everyone.

KFSK + KFSR = KFSKC Nur-Sultan (Astana) to Tashkent

30 days, enter KFSKC on our website

KFST + KFSM = KFSMC Explore Kyrgyzstan to Turkmenistan

26 days, enter KFSMC on our website

KFST + KFSK = KFSTC Best of Central Asia

30 days, enter KFSTC on our website

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japan, korea & taiwan Matsumoto

J A PA N JAPAN

One need only glimpse the remarkable temple gardens of Kyoto or the breathtaking bluffs along Taiwan’s east coast to be seduced by their beauty.

In modern Tokyo, Taipei and Seoul the wonder remains, as 24-hour hedonism, technology, diverse subcultures and culinary quirks coexist.

Tokyo Himeji, Japan

Kyoto Tsumago

12 DAYS

Hiroshima

Himeji

Koya-san

Classic Japan DESTINATION

Japan

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Start/Finish

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TRIP CODE CJKJ TRIP STYLE Comfort

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

PHYSICAL

START Kyoto, Japan

WHY you’ll love it Be impressed by the efficiency and ultra-modernity of bullet trains

3

Kyoto (hotel)

1

Koya-san (temple stay)

2

Take in the peaceful tranquility with a temple stay in Koya-san, and enjoy a delicate and delicious Shojin dinner

Hiroshima (hotel)

1

Tsumago (ryokan)

Visit the Hiroshima Peace Park for a sobering historical experience

1

Matsumoto (hotel)

Spend a night in Tsumago, one of the best preserved Edo-era towns

3

Tokyo (hotel)

Submerge yourself in the traditions of Kyoto and be blown away by neon-lit Tokyo

INCLUSIONS

FINISH Tokyo, Japan 1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

MEALS 11 breakfasts, 2 dinners

TRANSPORT Public bus, subway, bullet train, train, boat

Short on time? Take a short but sweet tour through fascinating Japan on this highlights tour.

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts), ryokan (1 nt), temple stay (1 nt)

Japan Highlights – 7 days (CJSH) Take in the best of what Japan has to offer, from neon nightlife to the charming coast.

WEATHER Tokyo Kyoto Osaka Hiroshima Taipei Seoul

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13 DAYS

Japan: Land of the Rising Sun DESTINATION

Japan

TRIP CODE

CJST

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Takayama

JAPAN

Nikko

Tokyo Hiroshima

TRIP STYLE Original Miyajima Island

PHYSICAL

Mt Fuji

Kyoto

Hakone

Himeji

JAPAN

Ever-welcoming and always fascinating, Japan is a land of ancient cultures, austere traditions and groundbreaking technology. Experience the best that this diverse country has

Peace Park and explore magnificent Kyoto temples. Discover ancient castles, lush countryside and fascinating feudal history on this authentic travel adventure.

WHY you’ll love it

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Tokyo (hotel)

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Nikko (ryokan)

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Hakone (ryokan)

2

Takayama (ryokan)

2

Hiroshima (ryokan) – Miyajima Island

3

Kyoto (ryokan)

Catch a spectacular glimpse of Mt Fuji from the town of Hakone

Use your Japan Rail Pass and marvel at the efficiency of the network

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Tokyo, Japan

a Takayama market, make a sobering visit to the Hiroshima

Be sure to bathe in an outdoor onsen any time of year!

Overnight stop

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resting places of shoguns at Nikko. Feast on local delights at

1

Start/Finish

KEY:

to offer, from the excitement of lively Tokyo to the sacred

FINISH Kyoto, Japan 1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

Explore local markets, stop by a sake brewery and visit a folk village in the Northern Alps town of Takayama

Spend two-and-a-half days in the country’s cultural capital – Kyoto

Travelling in winter? Spot monkeys in snow-coated landscapes on this cool adventure across Japan.

INCLUSIONS MEALS 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners 2

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TRANSPORT Boat, public bus, cable car, ferry, metro, bullet train, train

Visit intrepidtravel.com/japan for more options.

ACCOMMODATION Ryokan (11 nts), hotel (1 nt) 3 1. Spend time exploring the thousands of torii gates at the Fushimi Inari Shrine near Kyoto. 2. Relax in a traditional Japanese onsen at any time of year. 3. See the dominating Mt Fuji on the horizon when exploring Tokyo. 4. Indulge in a tantalising array of Japanese food favourites – your local leader will have delicious recommendations at every stop.

DEPARTURE DATES 4

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Cycle group, Kyoto

Nikko

J A PA N

9 DAYS

11 DAYS

Tokyo

Japan Express

JAPAN

JAPAN

Kyoto, Japan

Cycle Japan

Kyoto

Togi

DESTINATION

DESTINATION

Japan

TRIP CODE CJRB TRIP STYLE Basix MAX GROUP SIZE 16

Japan

Wakura Onsen

Kanazawa

JAPAN

TRIP CODE CJXC TRIP STYLE Original

PHYSICAL

Start/Finish

KEY:

Overnight stop

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

ITINERARY

WHY you’ll love it

MAX GROUP SIZE 16

PHYSICAL Tokyo Kyoto

WHY you’ll love it

START Tokyo, Japan

Arashiyama Nara

Begin in vibrant Tokyo, teeming with eclectic neighbourhoods to visit

3

Tokyo (ryokan)

Cycling allows you to get closer to the real, authentic Japan

Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace, enhanced by expert suggestions from your local leader

2

Nikko (ryokan)

Choose to end rewarding days cycling with amazing Japanese feasts

3

Kyoto (ryokan)

Travel on both bikes and trains for the ultimate change of pace

FINISH Kyoto, Japan

Ride through landscapes far from the traffic and big city lights

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

Enjoy lunch at the famous Tsukiji Outer Fish Market in Tokyo

Relax in a steaming onsen to wrap up a day of exploring Eat your way through Japan with all kinds of delicious street food Nikko is packed with World Heritage-listed temples and hiking trails

Suzu

Wajima

1

Kyoto (ryokan) – Nara

MEALS 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners

1

Kanazawa (hotel)

1

Togi (ryokan)

Want a more active adventure? Explore Japan with the thrills and spills of nature on your side.

TRANSPORT Bicycle, support vehicle, train

1

Wajima (ryokan)

1

Suzu (hotel)

Japan: Hike, Bike & Kayak – 12 days (CJXH)

ACCOMMODATION Ryokan (5 nts), hotel (5 nts)

ACCOMMODATION Ryokan (8 nts)

1

Wakura Onsen (hotel)

2

Tokyo (hotel)

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Hike the UNESCO-listed Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail, cycle between the islands along the Shimanami Kaido and kayak around the small island on the Inland Sea.

Place of interest

Route/Transport type

START Kyoto, Japan 3

TRANSPORT Public bus, metro, train, bullet train

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS

INCLUSIONS MEALS No meals are included on this tour

Start/Finish

KEY:

FINISH Tokyo, Japan 1

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Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

* This trip includes the option to hire an e-bike

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J A PA N Takayama

JAPAN

Tokyo Koya-san, Japan

12 DAYS

DESTINATION

8 DAYS

Koya-san

Japan Real Food Adventure

Start/Finish

KEY:

Overnight stop

Place of interest

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ITINERARY START Tokyo, Japan

Japan

Seoul

Local cuisine, Sunchang

Kyoto

Osaka

Monastery Stay

South Korea Real Food Adventure DESTINATION

Tokyo (hotel)

TRIP CODE CJZK TRIP STYLE Original

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

2

Takayama (ryokan)

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

2

Kanazawa (hotel)

1

Osaka (hotel)

1

Koya-san (monastery)

3

Kyoto (hotel)

WHY you’ll love it Food is taken seriously in Japan – you’ll struggle to find a bad meal!

Taste succulent Wagyu beef in Takayama

Stay alongside the brothers of a monastery in Koya-san

1

SOUTH KOREA

PHYSICAL

Savour bibimbap in Jeonju – Korea’s culinary capital Share a traditional meal with Buddhist monks at your monastery stay Get the inside sip on South Korea’s craft beer scene at a top brewery

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INCLUSIONS

Want to see more? Experience Japan’s southern realms on a tour that traverses magical forests, tranquil shrines and steaming onsens.

TRANSPORT Bus, train, bullet train ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts), ryokan (2 nts), monastery (1 nt)

Seoul (hotel)

2

Jeonju (hanok, hotel)

1

Bulguksa Monastery (temple stay)

2

Busan (hotel)

1

Seoul (hotel)

1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

MEALS 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

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Southern Japan Experience – 12 days (CJSO)

TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, public bus, metro, taxi

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Take a journey through untouched Japan on a round-trip adventure from Osaka.

ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts), temple stay (1 nt), hanok (1 nt)

Highlights of South Korea – 10 days (CJSK)

DEPARTURE DATES

Experience culinary delights, military history and the natural splendour of South Korea on this ten-day adventure.

Visit intrepidtravel.com/south-korea for more options.

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

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Route/Transport type

FINISH Seoul, South Korea

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Selected Sundays Enter CJZF on intrepidtravel.com for exact dates.

Place of interest

1

Learn to prepare a traditional kimchi and gochujang along the way

MEALS 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners

Overnight stop

ITINERARY

Tour bustling markets with world-famous street food

Experience the seasonal flavours of obanzai ryori at a cooking class

Start/Finish

KEY:

WHY you’ll love it

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

INCLUSIONS

Busan

Sunchang

START Seoul, South Korea

FINISH Kyoto, Japan

Explore the underground food hall treasure trove that is a depachika

Gyeongju

Jeonju

South Korea

TRIP CODE CJZF TRIP STYLE Original

2

PHYSICAL

SOUTH KOREA

Kanazawa

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Taipei

Jiufen Yilan

TAIWAN

Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan

Welcome to Intrepid

TA IWA N

Taichung Lukang

11 DAYS

Taroko NP

Explore Taiwan DESTINATION

Taiwan

TRIP CODE

CJSA

MAX GROUP SIZE 12

Hualien

Sun Moon Lake

Our small-group style of travel means you’ll stay under the radar, and travel, eat Start/Finish

KEY:

TRIP STYLE Original

Overnight stop

Place of interest

START Taipei, Taiwan 2

Taipei (hotel)

2

Hualien (hotel)

Get behind the scenes of Taiwan’s exciting food culture

1

Yilan (hotel) – Turtle Island, Jiufen

Become a ‘Sweet Potato Mama’ as you help out a street food merchant

1

Taipei (hotel)

Hike, cycle, or kayak at stunning Sun Moon Lake

2

Sun Moon Lake (guesthouse) – Puli

Explore a world of coastal cliffs and marble canyons at Taroko Gorge

1

Taichung (hotel)

Wander through the enchanting old streets of Jiufeng’s ancient town

1

Taipei (hotel)

WHY you’ll love it

MEALS 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches

and sleep the local way. You’ll have the unsurpassed knowledge of a local leader, taking you out of the guidebooks and into a world you’re waiting to discover.

ITINERARY

PHYSICAL

INCLUSIONS

Route/Transport type

Whether you’re looking for thrills on one of our hundreds of tours or looking for a tailor-made journey just for you, we can make it happen. Just get in touch with our friendly travel team.

FINISH Taipei, Taiwan 1

Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest

TRANSPORT Private bus, metro, public bus, bike, boat, train

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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts), guesthouse (2 nts)

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