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JAPANBeijing

Hong Kong

Bangkok

Naypyitaw

Thimphu

Lhasa

Vientiane

Phnom Penh

Hanoi

Tokyo

Kuala Lumpur

Shanghai

LuangPrabang

HiroshimaOsaka

Xi’an

Saigon

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Yangon

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94 MULTI COUNTRY 94 Best of Vietnam & Cambodia 95 Highlights of Indochina 96 Eastern & Oriental Express 97 The Lost Civilisation

98 VIETNAM 98 Essential Vietnam 99 Grand Vietnam 100 Vietnam Family Adventure

101 CAMBODIA 101 Angkor Discovery 101 Cambodia in Style

102 MYANMAR 102 A World Apart 103 Luxury Cruises with Belmond 103 Ayeyarwady Adventure

104 LAOS 104 Luxury Laos in Style

105 UZBEKISTAN 105 Discover Uzbekistan

106 CHINA 106 China Highlights 107 The Imperial Yangtze

108 JAPAN 108 Highlights of Japan

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OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY

SONG SAA PRIVATE ISLANDKoh Rong Archipelago, CambodiaLuxury that treads lightly. The resort spans the islands of Koh Ouen and Koh Bong complete with protected tropical reefs and a glistening white beach.

RAFFLES GRAND HOTEL D’ANGKORSiem Reap, CambodiaAcross from the Royal Palace, this hotel is full of original treasures and rich in Cambodian history. Enjoy the 15 acres of landscaped gardens and magnificent pool.

RAFFLES HOTEL LE ROYALPhnom Penh, CambodiaRaffles Hotel Le Royal blends luxury with an old-world charm. Superbly located in the heart of Phnom Penh, this landmark hotel is infused with the history of the city.

SIX SENSESCon Dao, VietnamSet along a stretch of a white sandy beach, this resort offers spectacular views out to the mountains, best enjoyed from your private infinity pool.

SOFITEL LEGEND METROPOLEHanoi, VietnamThis award-winning French Colonial style hotel boasts a classical white facade, green shutters, original wrought iron detail, wood panelling, and a lush courtyard lawn.

THE NAM HAIHoi An, VietnamVisually striking villas line a seemingly infinite stretch of white sand. The Nam Hai is spread over 35 hectares of tropical gardens complete with top-notch butlers.

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BEST OF VIETNAM & CAMBODIA | 19 DAYSOur most comprehensive tour of Vietnam and Cambodia takes you to Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Saigon, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and more. Featuring an overnight deluxe junk cruise in Halong Bay and a seven-night cruise on the Mekong River aboard a boutique cruiser, this tour shows you the best of Vietnam and Cambodia.

DAY 1 HANOIYou will be met and transferred to your hotel.

DAY 2 HANOIEnjoy a full-day tour of Hanoi. Tonight, try the local street food.

DAY 3 HANOI > HALONG BAYDrive to Halong Bay for an overnight deluxe junk cruise.

DAY 4 HALONG BAY > HOI ANCruise back to port, then transfer to Hanoi and fly to Danang. Transfer to Hoi An.

DAYS 5 & 6 HOI ANTake a walking and boat trip in this atmospheric town. The next day enjoy a cooking class and your afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 7 HOI AN > SAIGONFly to Saigon and transfer to your hotel. This evening sample local Saigon delicacies on a Vespa street food tour.

DAYS 8 & 9 SAIGONMorning visit to the Cu Chi tunnels, then an afternoon tour of Saigon. Following day at leisure.

DAY 10 SAIGON > MY THO > CAI BETransfer to My Tho and board your boutique Mekong River cruise for a seven-night voyage to Siem Reap. Cruise to Cai Be.

DAY 11 CAI BE > SA DEC > TAN CHAUVisit the colourful Cai Be floating market, then cruise to Sa Dec for a sampan cruise through the canals. Sail to Tan Chau.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 10 nights accommodation, 1 night Halong Bay deluxe junk cruise, 7 night boutique Mekong River cruise in superior cabin aboard The Jayavarman or The Jahan, flights Hanoi > Danang > Saigon, private transfers and sightseeing with English speaking local guides, entrance fees, cruise ship excursions, 18 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 11 dinners.DEPARTS: Jan 12, 26; Feb 9, 23; Mar 9, 23; Apr 6; Jun 29; Jul 13, 27; Aug 10, 24; Sep 7, 21; Oct 5, 19; Nov 2, 16, 30; Dec 14.NOTE: Surcharges apply for travel over Christmas and New Year, enquire for pricing.

DAY 12 TAN CHAU > PHNOM PENHVisit bustling Tan Chau, then cruise into Cambodia.

DAY 13 PHNOM PENHFull-day tour of Phnom Penh and surrounds.

DAY 14 PHNOM PENH > KAMPONG CHHNANGArrive in Kampong Tralach on the Tonle Sap River for a museum visit. Afternoon excursion to view floating houses and wetlands.

DAY 15 KAMPONG CHHNANG > KAMPONG CHAMMorning cruising the Mekong. Afternoon Khmer village visit.

DAY 16 KAMPONG CHAM > TONLE SAP LAKECruise slowly towards Asia’s largest fresh water lake.

DAY 17 TONLE SAP LAKE > SIEM REAPDisembark after breakfast and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy dinner at Madame Butterfly, then attend the Phare Circus.

DAYS 18 & 19 SIEM REAPVisit Ta Prohm Temple, Ta Keo, Angkor Thom, and Angkor Wat. The following day, transfer to the airport.

VIETNAMCAMBODIA

Hanoi

Hoi An

SaigonCai Be

Tan ChauPhnom Penh

Siem Reap Tonle Sap

HalongBay

SOUTH CHINA

SEA

Monks, Angkor Wat

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

4 St

ar

Jan – Mar; Oct – 17 Dec $8,399 $13,154Apr – May $7,089 $11,030Jun – Sep $6,438 $10,11118 – 31 Dec $8,837 $13,780

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MULTI COUNTRY

HIGHLIGHTS OF INDOCHINA | 20 DAYSSilk Lanterns, Hoi An

Our most comprehensive tour of Indochina showcases the highlights of Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos. See French colonial Phnom Penh and the marvellous temples of Angkor Wat, explore bustling Saigon with its amazing street food, take a deluxe overnight cruise around Halong Bay, visit Luang Prabang’s famed Pak Ou Caves, and more!

DAY 1 PHNOM PENHYou will be met and transferred to your hotel.

DAY 2 PHNOM PENHEnjoy a full-day private tour of Phnom Penh with its mixture of French and Khmer architecture.

DAY 3 PHNOM PENH > SIEM REAPFly to Siem Reap and visit Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat.

DAYS 4 & 5 SIEM REAPToday explore the less visited but equally beautiful temples of Preah Kanh and Ta Som. The next day is at leisure until your afternoon cruise on Tonle Sap Lake (water levels permitting).

DAY 6 SIEM REAP > SAIGONAfternoon flight to Saigon and transfer to your hotel.

DAYS 7 & 8 SAIGONFull day tour of Saigon with its magnificent colonial buildings, bustling street life, and poignant War Remnants Museum. The following day, visit the labyrinthine Cu Chi tunnels by boat.

DAY 9 SAIGON > DANANG > HOI ANFly to Danang and transfer to the resort of Hoi An.

DAY 10 HOI ANDay at leisure. Perhaps take a cooking class or simply relax in your resort hotel.

DAY 11 HOI AN > HUEA leisurely transfer to Hue.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 18 nights accommodation in hotels, 1 night Halong Bay deluxe junk cruise, flights Phnom Penh > Siem Reap > Saigon > Danang & Hue > Hanoi > Luang Prabang, private transfers and sightseeing, regular boat excursion to Cu Chi, entrance fees, cruise ship excursions in Halong Bay, 19 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 1 dinner.DEPARTS: Daily.NOTE: Surcharges apply for travel over Christmas and New Year, enquire for pricing. 5 Star pricing available on request.

DAY 12 HUEMorning tour of the impressive citadel. Afternoon at leisure.

DAY 13 HUE > HANOIFly to Hanoi and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure.

DAY 14 HANOIFull day tour of Hanoi including a water puppet show. This evening, enjoy a ‘street eats’ tour and sample local delicacies.

DAY 15 HANOI > HALONG BAYDrive to Halong Bay for an overnight deluxe junk cruise.

DAY 16 HALONG BAY > HANOICruise back to port and transfer to Hanoi.

DAY 17 HANOI > LUANG PRABANGMorning flight to Luang Prabang. Afternoon tour of the Royal Palace and temples.

DAYS 18 & 19 LUANG PRABANGMorning visit to the picturesque Kuang Si waterfalls and Phousi market. Afternoon at leisure. The next day, enjoy a river cruise to the Pak Ou caves with their 4,000 Buddhist statues.

DAY 20 LUANG PRABANGTransfer to the airport for your onward flight.

VIETNAM

CAMBODIA

LAOS

Hanoi

Hoi AnHue

SaigonPhnom Penh

Siem ReapTonle Sap

HalongBayLuang

Prabang SOUTH CHINA

SEA

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

4 St

ar Jan – Apr; Oct – 21 Dec $6,481 $10,807May – Sep $6,278 $10,386

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INCLUDES: 3 nights accommodation on board the Eastern & Oriental Express, all meals on board, and all excursions.DEPARTS: Selected dates year round.NOTE: Prices shown are per person and are a guide price, which may vary on departure dates and journey types. Single prices for sole use of cabins are available on request.

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EASTERN & ORIENTAL EXPRESSFor a unique way to experience the wonders of Southeast Asia, travel on the Eastern & Oriental Express. With elegant compartments, delicious cuisine, and superb service, the atmosphere evokes the great age of luxury trains. In the dining cars, enjoy gourmet dishes and fine wines. The bar car, with its resident pianist and variety of local entertainment, provides an opportunity to meet fellow travellers. Take advantage of the open-decked observation car to enjoy the beautiful scenery. This luxury train accommodates 82 passengers in elegant air-conditioned private ensuite cabins, all furnished with beautiful fabrics and fine linens. The Eastern & Oriental Express has a number of itineraries ranging from 2–6 nights, please enquire for more information.

CLASSIC JOURNEY: BANGKOK TO SINGAPORE | 4 DAYSFrom the elegance of Singapore to the excitement of Bangkok, take an unforgettable Belmond rail journey through the heart of Southeast Asia, passing temples, tea plantations, colonial cities, ancient villages, and historic monuments.

DAY 1 BANGKOKDepart from Bangkok and settle into your private cabin. Watch the sunset over the passing countryside. Savour the culinary delights presented by the onboard chefs amid the elegant setting in one of the luxurious dining cars.

DAY 2 RIVER KWAIAfter breakfast, disembark at River Kwai station for a leisurely cruise along the river guided by a local historian. Travel by motor coach to the Thailand-Burma railway museum and perhaps visit the Don Rak war cemetery. Other tours available. Dinner on board.

DAY 3 KUALA KANGSAREnjoy a relaxing morning on board before arriving at Kuala Kangsar. Choice of excursion: a traditional village experience or a hill trek. Rejoin the train for a refreshing cocktail accompanied by live piano music before a glamorous final dinner on board.

DAY 4 SINGAPORETravel through vast palm oil plantations before crossing the causeway over the Straits for a late morning arrival.

2018 Price (per person) TwinGuide Price USD $2,925

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THE LOST CIVILISATION | 8 DAYSMekong Delta

Royal Palace, Phnom Penh

Cruise along the Mekong River with Heritage Line. This classic cruise combines places rarely visited along with opulent World Heritage Sites. Choose from a range of itineraries on luxury boutique cruisers The Jayavarman or The Jahan, and explore in comfort and style.

DAY 1 SAIGON > MY THO > CAI BETravel 70km south by land to My Tho to board your ship and begin your cruise to Cai Be.

DAY 2 CAI BE > SA DEC > CHAU DOCVisit the colourful Cai Be floating market aboard a traditional sampan. Sail through the canals to an ancient house surrounded by fruit orchards. Cruise to Sa Dec and tour Binh Thanh Island and the man-made canals. Evening cruise to Chau Doc.

DAY 3 CHAU DOC > PHNOM PENHVisit the bustling local market, then journey to the quay for a boat excursion to floating villages, rustic catfish farms, and the local Cham Muslim community village.

DAY 4 PHNOM PENHTour this dynamic city including its Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and National Museum. Visit the Genocide Museum and Killing Fields.

DAY 5 PHNOM PENH > KAMPONG CHAMCruise to the little known Chong Koh silk weaving village.

INCLUDES: 7 nights aboard The Jayavarman or The Jahan, all meals on board, shore excursions with English speaking guides, entrance fees and transport, coffee and tea with breakfast, taxes, and transfers in Saigon and Siem Reap.DEPARTS: Alternate Sundays.NOTE: Gratuities are not included. Suggested amount is US$5 per person per day. Cruise available in sections and in reverse.

Cruise past the Mekong’s tranquil villages, see fishermen on makeshift boats. Tour the rural Angkor Ban Village.

DAY 6 KAMPONG CHAMTravel to the pre-Angkorian 8th century temple of Wat Hanchey and see one of the most breathtaking views in Cambodia. Enjoy a swim at the beach, then visit Wat Nokor Temple.

DAY 7 KAMPONG CHAM > KAMPONG CHHNANGCruise towards Kampong Chhnang on the Tonle Sap River. Enjoy a motorboat excursion to see the Khmer-styled pottery at the Aundaung Russey Village and continue past wetlands, floating houses, and fish farms.

DAY 8 TONLE SAP > SIEM REAPDisembark after breakfast and transfer to Siem Reap.

VIETNAMCAMBODIA

Saigon

My ThoSa Dec

Siem Reap

Phnom Penh

Kampong ChamKampongChhnang

Cai Be

Chau Doc SOUTH CHINA

SEA

TONLE SAP

MULTI COUNTRY

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

Supe

rior 1 Jan – 30 Mar $4,126 $5,984

1 Apr – 30 Apr $3,268 $4,7381 Jun – 30 Sep $2,670 $3,8721 Oct – 17 Dec $4,126 $5,984

Del

uxe

1 Jan – 30 Mar $4,899 $7,1051 Apr – 30 Apr $3,881 $5,6281 Jun – 30 Sep $3,081 $4,4671 Oct – 17 Dec $4,899 $7,105

Sign

atur

e 1 Jan – 30 Mar $5,597 $7,7081 Apr – 30 Apr $4,212 $6,1091 Jun – 30 Sep $3,376 $4,8961 Oct – 17 Dec $5,597 $7,708

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VIETNAM

ESSENTIAL VIETNAM | 10 DAYSHalong Bay

Designed to capture the true essence of Vietnam, this fascinating journey takes you from the bustling city of Saigon to the timeless capital of Hanoi. Along the way, enjoy a Mekong River cruise to observe countryside scenery and river life. See Hoi An with its grand architecture and quaint riverside setting. With ochre-coloured colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes, Hanoi is full of charm. Unique guided excursions provide insight into the country’s architecture and traditional cultures and introduce you to the friendly local people and spectacular landscapes.

DAY 1 SAIGONYou will be met and transferred to your hotel.

DAY 2 SAIGONMorning walking tour of historic landmarks. Drive to Thien Hau Temple, dedicated to the “Goddess of the Sea” and visit the Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine.

DAY 3 SAIGON > MEKONG DELTA > SAIGONDrive through rural villages and rice paddies to Cai Lay and cruise the Mekong Delta in a charming wooden boat. After a short 7km cycle along narrow village lanes, visit the home of a fruit farmer, and stroll around the orchard. Travel by sampan boat along tropical canals. Walk through a Mekong village to a local home and enjoy a home-hosted lunch of Mekong Delta specialties.

DAY 4 SAIGON > DANANG > HOI ANMorning flight to Danang. Transfer to Hoi An for a walking tour of Chinese-style shop houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge, historic architecture, and lantern making.

DAYS 5 & 6 HOI ANDays at leisure to relax by the beach or have clothes tailored.

DAY 7 HOI AN > DANANG > HANOIMorning at leisure then fly to Hanoi.

DAY 8 HANOIVisit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 8 nights accommodation, 1 night aboard a traditional junk in Halong Bay, flights Ho Chi Minh City > Danang > Hanoi, sightseeing with English speaking local guides, entrance fees, Mekong Delta and Halong Bay boat trips, 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner.DEPARTS: Daily. Itinerary is available in reverse.NOTE: Surcharges apply during the Vietnamese New Year (15–20 Feb) and 30 Apr – 1 May.

of Literature, and the Museum of Ethnology. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Quarter and an evening water puppet show.

DAY 9 HANOI > HALONG BAYDrive to Halong Bay for an overnight cruise. Sit back while sailing on emerald waters past craggy limestone cliffs.

DAY 10 HALONG BAY > HANOIDisembark and drive back to Hanoi.

VIETNAM

Hanoi

Hoi An

SaigonMekong

Delta

HalongBay

SOUTH CHINA

SEA

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

3½ S

tar

1 Jan – 30 Apr $2,394 $3,942

1 May – 30 Sep $2,279 $3,819

4 St

ar 1 Jan – 30 Apr $2,830 $4,890

1 May – 30 Sep $2,756 $4,765

5 St

ar 1 Jan – 30 Apr $4,015 $6,913

1 May – 30 Sep $3,911 $6,755

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GRAND VIETNAM | 13 DAYSNinh Binh

This journey combines the ethnic minority groups of the north with the natural beauty, bustling markets and cities of the south. See the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, enjoy hiking the picturesque terraced mountain slopes of Sapa, cruise aboard a traditional junk boat in Halong Bay to view the limestone karsts, and wander the ruins of the ancient Hindu temples in My Son. End in Saigon and navigate the famous Mekong Delta by boat.

DAY 1 HANOIYou will be met and transferred to your hotel. Visit the markets (if open).

DAY 2 HANOIEnjoy sightseeing of the city including the Old Quarter and a water puppet theatre show.

DAY 3 HANOI > NINH BINH > HANOI > LAO CAIDrive to the ancient capital of Hoa Lu in Ninh Binh province. Explore the Van Long eco-tourism area. Take a boat trip along the river, passing local villages, limestone karsts, and caves. Overnight train trip to Lao Cai.

DAY 4 LAO CAI > SAPALight trek through Muong Hoa valley to Sapa’s quaint hilltribe villages. See the Zay minority at Ta Van Village and Red Dao people at Giang Ta Chai village.

DAY 5 SAPA > HANOIVisit a local market to see handicrafts made by the minority hilltribe people. Overnight train trip to Hanoi.

DAY 6 HANOI > HALONG BAYDrive to Halong Bay. Board your ship and begin cruising through beautiful Halong Bay where spectacular limestone karsts emerge from the emerald waters. Overnight on your ship in Halong Bay.

DAY 7 HALONG BAY > HANOI > DANANG > HOI ANMorning Halong Bay cruise before driving back to Hanoi Airport. Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey, 9 nights accommodation, 1 night aboard a traditional junk in Halong Bay, 2 overnight trains, flights Ho Chi Minh City > Danang > Hanoi, sightseeing with English speaking local guides, entrance fees, Mekong Delta boat trip, 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner.DEPARTS: Daily. Itinerary is available in reverse.NOTE: Surcharges apply during the Vietnamese New Year (15–20 Feb) and 30 Apr – 1 May.

DAY 8 HOI ANVisit the abandoned temples of My Son Sanctuary in the lush jungle valley. Visit the beautiful Japanese bridge and a market.

DAY 9 HOI AN > HUEDrive to Cham Museum and travel over the “Pass of Ocean Clouds” to visit the fishing village of Lang Co.

DAY 10 HUEVisit the Imperial Citadel, then take a tour of the Old City.

DAY 11 HUE > SAIGONFly to Saigon and enjoy a sightseeing tour.

DAY 12 SAIGON > BEN TRE > CAN THODrive to Mekong Delta for a boat cruise past houses on stilts and local fish farms. Visit Turtle Island on a sampan boat. Lunch at My Tho, then drive to Can Tho.

DAY 13 CAN THO > SAIGONBoat tour of floating markets. Lunch en-route to airport.

SOUTH CHINA

SEA

VIETNAM

Hoi An

Can Tho

Hue

Lao Cai & Sapa

Ninh Binh

Ben TreSaigon

HalongBayHanoi

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

3½ S

tar

1 Jan – 30 Apr $3,325 $5,713

1 May – 30 Sep $3,235 $5,590

4 St

ar 1 Jan – 30 Apr $4,124 $6,2531 May – 30 Sep $3,927 $6,182

5 St

ar 1 Jan – 30 Apr $4,800 $7,6621 May – 30 Sep $4,490 $7,199

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VIETNAM FAMILY ADVENTURE | 17 DAYSVietnam is perfect for family travel, with plenty to engage all ages! On this journey you will cover all the highlights and create memories for years to come. Encounter local artists and musicians, learn the art of kite making, cycle through rice fields to the markets and enjoy a cooking class. A Mekong Delta cruise provides some relaxing down time.

DAY 1 HANOIYou will be met and transferred to your hotel.

DAYS 2 & 3 HANOIVisit the Temple of Literature and meet with a local artist. Enjoy a home-hosted meal with a family of musicians. The following day, enjoy a morning water puppet show and visit a craft village.

DAY 4 HANOI > HALONG BAYTravel to Halong Bay where you will board your deluxe junk for a cruise, including a visit to Tien Ong Cave.

DAY 5 HALONG BAY > HANOIDisembark and drive back to Hanoi for overnight.

DAY 6 HANOI > HUEMorning flight to Hue. Upon arrival, enjoy a half day city tour.

DAY 7 HUEToday visit the Khai Dinh Royal Tomb and later, learn the art of kite making and flying (weather permitting).

DAY 8 HUE > HOI ANTransfer to Hoi An and enjoy a half-day walking tour.

DAY 9 HOI ANMorning tour of a colourful local marketplace, followed by a cooking class with a professional chef.

DAY 10 HOI AN > DANANG > DALATTransfer to Danang airport and fly to Dalat. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking local guides, 15 nights accommodation, flights Hanoi > Hue, Danang > Dalat & Nha Trang > Saigon, 1 night Halong Bay deluxe junk cruise, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, water puppet show, 16 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 4 dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.NOTE: Surcharges apply for travel over Christmas and New Year, enquire for pricing. Prices based on 2 adults and 2 children occupying 2 rooms, enquire for more information.

DAY 11 DALATEnjoy a full day city tour.

DAY 12 DALAT > NHA TRANGTransfer to Nha Trang.

DAY 13 NHA TRANGVisit Mieu Island before boarding a junk boat for a cruise to other islands in the bay. Enjoy snorkelling and scuba diving.

DAY 14 NHA TRANG > SAIGONFly to Saigon and enjoy a half-day city highlights tour.

DAY 15 SAIGON > BEN TRETransfer to the Ben Tre Province. Cruise along the Mekong Delta on a private local boat and observe the way of life on the river. After lunch, check in to your homestay.

DAY 16 BEN TRE > SAIGONTravel by bicycle passing rice rields and gardens to visit a market and a rice paper workshop.

DAY 17 SAIGONTransfer to the airport.

SOUTH CHINA

SEA

VIETNAM

Hoi An

Dalat

Hue

Ben Tre

Nha TrangSaigon

HalongBayHanoi

Mekong Delta

VIETNAM

2018 Price (per person) Twin

4 St

ar 1 Jan – 30 Apr & 1 Oct – 31 Dec $4,2821 May – 30 Sep $4,073

5 St

ar 1 Jan – 30 Apr & 1 Oct – 31 Dec $5,3431 May – 30 Sep $5,221

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ANGKOR DISCOVERY | 4 DAYS

CAMBODIA IN STYLE | 5 DAYS

It is difficult to describe the scale and majesty of the Temples of Angkor. Built by kings who were said to be incarnations of the gods, these incredible temple-cities were once home to hundreds of thousands of people.

Discover this country’s history with a visit to Angkor Wat in Siem Reap and history museums in Phnom Penh. Enjoy the hospitality of a home-cooked Khmer dinner, see the temples and cities, and visit stilted villages on Lake Tonle Sap.

DAY 1 SIEM REAPExplore Angkor Wat by tuk tuk. This evening, watch the sunset from a tethered helium balloon over Angkor Wat. Enjoy a traditional home-cooked dinner with a typical Khmer family.

DAY 2 SIEM REAPMorning visit to Preah Khan Temple. Time at leisure until a late afternoon visit to Ta Prohm and Srah Srang.

DAY 3 SIEM REAPVisit the royal city of Angkor Thom to view the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Time at leisure

DAY 1 PHNOM PENHCyclo tour of the city followed by a sunset river cruise. Enjoy dinner at a renowned restaurant.

DAY 2 PHNOM PENH > SIEM REAPFlight to Siem Reap. Visit Angkor Wat by tuk tuk and watch the sunset in a tethered helium balloon.

DAY 3 SIEM REAPVisit Ta Prohm, Prasat Tanei, and Preah Khan Temples. Lunch at a local home near Srah Srang. Continue to Bayon Temple.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking local guides, 3 nights accommodation, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 3 breakfasts and 1 lunch.DEPARTS: Daily.NOTE: Surcharges apply during Chaul Chnam Thmey and over the Cambodian New Year. Enquire for details.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking local guides, 4 nights accommodation, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 4 dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.NOTE: Surcharges apply over Christmas, New Year, Chaul Chnam Thmey, and Cambodian New Year. Enquire for details.

Angkor Wat

Ta Prohm

until your late afternoon visit to the red sandstone Banteay Srei Temple.

DAY 4 SIEM REAP > TONLE SAP LAKE > SIEM REAPVisit the trading port of Chong Kneas. Enjoy a traditional boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake before returning to Siem Reap.

CAMBODIA

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

3½ S

tar

1 Jan – 31 Mar $1,345 $2,044

1 Apr – 30 Sep $1,327 $1,984

4 St

ar 1 Jan – 31 Mar $1,689 $2,711

1 Apr – 30 Sep $1,626 $2,560

5 St

ar 1 Jan – 31 Mar $2,332 $3,956

1 Apr – 30 Sep $2,175 $3,620

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single4

Star Jan – Apr; Oct – Dec $1,994 $3,268

May – Sep $1,855 $2,987

5 St

ar Jan – Apr; Oct – Dec $2,252 $3,821

May – Sep $2,003 $3,323

DAY 4 SIEM REAP > TONLE SAP LAKE > SIEM REAPVisit the trading port of Chong Kneas, then enjoy a traditional boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake, passing by floating villages and houses on stilts. Visit to Banteay Srei Temple.

DAY 5 SIEM REAPYou will be transferred to the airport.

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2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

4 St

ar 1 Jan – 30 Apr $5,101 $7,8831 May – 30 Oct $4,845 $7,376

MYANMAR

A WORLD APART | 11 DAYSInle Lake

‘This is Burma. It is quite unlike any place you know about’, wrote Kipling. More than a century later these words still ring true. Myanmar is a world apart, retaining its old world charm by holding onto traditions lost elsewhere in Asia.

DAY 1 YANGONYou will be met and transferred to your hotel.

DAY 2 YANGONTour the city to enjoy a mix of colonial architecture, high rise buildings and beautiful pagodas. Finish with the Shwedagon pagoda, which attracts pilgrims from all over the world.

DAY 3 YANGON > BAGO > YANGONDrive to Bago and visit the Shwemawdaw Pagoda, the tallest in the country. See the giant reclining Buddha. Finish with Kyaik Pun Pagoda, famous for its four giant Buddha statues.

DAY 4 YANGON > BAGANFly to Bagan. Visit Dhammayangyi temple with its mysterious inner passageways. See Mingalazedi’s glazed Jataka tiles, intact mural paintings at Htilominlo and the Shwezigon pagoda.

DAY 5 BAGAN > MOUNT POPA > SALAY > BAGANVisit the Buddhist monastery Taung Kalat, believed to be home to 37 ‘nats’ (spirits) atop Mount Popa, for lunch and incredible views. Continue to Salay and Yoke-Sone-Kyaung Monastery.

DAY 6 BAGAN > MANDALAYFly to Mandalay. Visit Mahamuni Temple and the Cultural Museum. See Kuthodaw Temple and the world’s largest book, a collection of 729 stone slabs documenting Buddha’s teachings.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking local guides, 10 nights accommodation, flights Yangon > Bagan > Mandalay > Heho > Yangon, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 10 breakfasts and 5 lunches.DEPARTS: Daily.NOTE: Surcharges apply during the Burmese New Year.

Visit the Buddha at Shweyattaw temple up Mandalay Hill.

DAY 7 ANCIENT CAPITALSVisit Amarapura to see the country’s largest monastery. Continue to the teak bridge of U Bein and Sagaing Hill, home to over 3,000 monks. Visit Ava and then ride a horse-drawn carriage to Bagaya Monastery and the Royal Palace.

DAY 8 MANDALAY > HEHO > PINDAYAFly to Heho and transfer to Pindaya. Visit limestone caves which house thousands of Buddha images. Visit a Shan umbrella and mulberry paper production home industry.

DAY 9 PINDAYA > KALAW > INLE LAKETransfer to Kalaw and visit the Pinmagon monastery. Visit the King church, the local market, and observe the different hill tribes. Enjoy a scenic drive to the second largest lake, Inle.

DAY 10 INLE LAKEBoat trip to the floating market and gardens. Visit Inle Lake to see the Shwe Indein pagoda, a group of Buddhist pagodas. Visit Pa O tribe village, a monastery and ancient pagoda ruins.

DAY 11 INLE LAKE > HEHO > YANGONDrive from Inle Lake to Heho Airport for your flight to Yangon.

MYANMAR

THAILAND

Yangon

MandalayPindaya

Bagan

Bago

Lake InleHeho

Mt Popa

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MYANMAR

INCLUDES: 7 nights accommodation based on two people sharing a superior cabin onboard the Belmond Road to Mandalay, all table d’hôte meals, return flights from Yangon, transfers and transport.DEPARTS: 12 Sep – 12 DecNOTE: Single prices for sole use of cabins are available on request. Enquire for other cruising itineraries including 3 and 4 night cruises. Prices shown are per person and are a guide price, which may vary on departure dates and journey types.

LUXURY CRUISES WITH BELMONDTravel in luxury along the Chindwin and Ayeyarwady Rivers. Experience the enchanting sights, scents, and sounds of Myanmar from the perfect vantage point onboard these two river cruisers; each with a swimming pool and elegant private ensuite cabins and restaurants.

AYEYARWADY ADVENTURE | 8 DAYS

DAY 1 YANGON > BAGANFly to Bagan and join your cruise. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of Bagan and watch the sun set over a field of golden pagodas and ancient temples.

DAY 2 BAGANVisit Bagan’s bustling local markets or explore this enchanting area on your own. The ship anchors mid-river for the evening.

DAY 3 MANDALAYRelax on-board or join a cooking demonstration on the top deck. Moor in Mandalay and visit Mingun, home to the enormous, ruined pagoda of King Bodawpaya.

DAY 4 MAYMYOJoin your guide to visit Maymyo, a colonial hill station set in the mountains. Enjoy a typical Shan lunch at a colonial house.

Belmond Road to MandalayCruise along the mighty Ayeyarwady River, taking in the country’s most mesmerising landscapes from the luxurious river cruiser. Stop off to explore rural villages from a bygone era, see saffron-robed monks go about their daily rituals and marvel at the golden spires of pagodas which soar out of the lush jungle.

Belmond OrcaellaThis is an intimate river cruiser that glides along Myanmar’s Chindwin and Ayeyarwady rivers. See stunning temples that dot the landscape and join off the beaten track explorations to remote regions. Wander through hilltop villages, taste freshly prepared street food, and browse the bustling markets.

DAY 5 SAGAING > MANDALAYVisit Sagaing Hills, regarded as the centre of Buddhist faith in Myanmar. Continue cruising and in the afternoon visit the sights of Mandalay.

DAY 6 SHWE KYET YET > AVAJoin an early morning walking tour of Shwe Kyet Yet village and sail to the ancient capital of Ava. Later start the cruise back towards Bagan.

DAY 7 MOUNT POPAEnjoy a full day to Mount Popa, an extinct volcano believed to be the sacred home of powerful ‘nats’ (spirits). See Popa Taungkalat monastery, perched dramatically atop a huge rocky outcrop. Return to the ship for your farewell dinner and enjoy local entertainment.

DAY 8 BAGAN > YANGONFly to Yangon where arrangements conclude.Bagan

2018 Price (per person) TwinGuide Price USD $3,794

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LUXURY LAOS IN STYLE | 6 DAYSDiscover the distinctive charm and beauty of Laos on this journey through the kingdom formerly known as Lang Xang, the Land of a Million Elephants. Staying in elegant hotels, experience the unique atmosphere of Luang Prabang and enigmatic Vientiane. Along the way you will be enchanted by this country with its friendly and relaxed people.

DAY 1 LUANG PRABANGYou will be met and transferred to your hotel. Orientation tour including chatting with monks at a local temple. Climb Mount Phousi with views over the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers. Take part in a Baci Ceremony.

DAY 2 LUANG PRABANGSpecial dawn witnessing of orange-robed monks receiving offerings. Enjoy a tour of the historical Old Town including the Royal Palace and National Museum, Wat Visoun and Wat Aham Temples. Afternoon cooking class and dinner.

DAY 3 LUANG PRABANGVisit Wat Xieng Thong before a private longboat up the Mekong to Pak Ou Caves. (During the dry season, you will be transferred by road.) Afternoon visit to local villages and evening at leisure.

DAY 4 LUANG PRABANG > VIENTIANEFly to Vientiane. Day at leisure.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking local guides, 5 nights accommodation, flights Luang Prabang > Vientiane, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.NOTE: Surcharges apply during the Lao New Year (13–15 Apr) and peak periods. Enquire for details.

DAY 5 VIENTIANECity tour including That Luang and panoramic views from the roof of Patuxai and Wat Sisaket where you will see hundreds of Buddha statues!

DAY 6 VIENTIANEYou will be transferred to the airport.

VIETNAM

THAILAND

LAOS

LuangPrabang

Vientiane

Patuxai Gate, Vientiane

LAOS

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

5 St

ar 1 Jan – 30 Apr $2,790 $5,1881 May – 30 Oct $2,430 $4,476

Buddhist Monks, Luang Prabang

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DISCOVER UZBEKISTAN | 8 DAYSCentral Asia has always been a cultural and intellectual crossroad. Discover 2,500 years of history as you travel through Uzbekistan; minarets soar towards the sky, bazaars bustle with commerce, and blue-tiled madrasahs sparkle in the sun. The Uzbeks are hospitable, gregarious, and universally kind so the people may leave the most lasting impression!

DAY 1 TASHKENTYou will be met and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon visit Old Tashkent including Hast Imam Square, Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum and Chorsu bazaar.

DAY 2 TASHKENT > SAMARKANDTravel by train to Samarkand and transfer to your hotel. Later visit the Ensemble of Registan and Gur-Emir Mausoleum which houses the graves of the conqueror Tamerlane and his descendants.

DAY 3 SAMARKANDContinue exploring Samarkand including Bibi-Khonym Mosque, Siab bazaar, the Mausoleum of Khodja Doniyor (Prophet Daniel) and the observatory and memorial museum of Ulugbek. Dinner in a local home this evening.

DAY 4 SAMARKAND > BUKHARADrive to Bukhara, the former capital of the powerful Emirate of Bukhara with more than 140 architectural monuments, dating back to the Middle Ages. The city is a vital stop in the centre of the Silk Road.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking local guides, 7 nights accommodation in 4 Star hotels (or best available), transfers, sightseeing and entrance fees, train Tashkent > Samarkand and flight Urgench > Tashkent, visa support letter, 7 breakfasts, and 7 dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.

DAY 5 BUKHARAVisit the remains of the city wall and gate of Bukhara, Samonid’s Mausoleum, Ark citadel and Zindan (ancient prison), the Trading Dome and Synagogue. Stop at a local family home to experience the Uzbek lifestyle and hospitality. Participate in a master class of making a traditional ‘plov’, Uzbekistan’s national dish.

DAY 6 BUKHARA > KHIVAVisit the Summer Palace and then drive between the Kara-Kum (black sands) and the Kyzyl-Kum (red sands) deserts to Khiva. En route see the Amudarya River, known to many western explorers as the Oxus. Enjoy a folk show in the Toza Bog Palace, the summer residence of Mohammed Rakhim Khan II.

DAY 7 KHIVA > URGENCH > TASHKENTSee the Monument of Al Khorezmiy, the Palace Complex Kuhna Ark, the carefully preserved Pakhlavan Mahmud Mausoleum, Anushakhan bath-houses, and the Palvan Darvaza ‘Warriors Gate’ before an evening flight to Tashkent for your final evening in Uzbekistan.

DAY 8 TASHKENTYou will be transferred to the airport.

UZBEKISTAN

TURKMENISTAN

KAZAKHSTAN

Samarkand

Tashkent

Bukhara

Khiva

Urgench

Khiva

UZBEKISTAN

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

4 Star: 1 Mar – 15 Dec $1,884 $2,167

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CHINA

CHINA HIGHLIGHTS | 14 DAYSXi’an

On this journey you will be mesmerised by the Great Wall, ancient temples and palaces in Beijing. You will see the locals in the backstreet ‘hutongs’ by rickshaw. In Xi’an visit the archaeological discovery of the century, the 2,000 year old Terracotta Warriors. Enjoy a spectacular cruise down the Li River, try Longjing Green Tea at a tea plantation and visit Suzhou, famous for its classic gardens. Finish in the wonderful city of Shanghai.

DAY 1 BEIJINGYou will be met and transferred to your hotel.

DAYS 2 – 4 BEIJINGExtensive touring in Beijing over next 3 days including the Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, pandas at Beijing Zoo, tour of the Hutongs and a Peking Duck dinner.

DAY 5 BEIJING > XI’ANMorning at leisure. Afternoon flight to Xi’an. This evening enjoy a superb Tang Dynasty dinner and folkloric show.

DAY 6 XI’ANPrivate tour including the 6,000 year old Banpo Neolithic village and the marvellous ‘buried army’ of Terracotta Warriors, interred with Emperor Qin Shi Huang.

DAY 7 XI’AN > GUILINVisit the Shaanxi History Museum and Big Wild Goose Pagoda before walking the old city walls and transferring to the airport for a flight to Guilin.

DAYS 8 & 9 GUILINTouring includes a Li River cruise, you will see jagged mist-covered mountains, quaint villages, fishermen aboard bamboo rafts and grazing water buffalo. See the Yangshou markets, Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill.

DAY 10 GUILIN > HANGZHOUFly to Hangzhou and visit the Six Harmony Pagoda, famous lakes and gardens.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking local guides, 13 nights accommodation, transfers and transport, flights Beijing > Xi’an > Guilin > Hangzhou, train Hangzhou > Suzhou > Shanghai, sightseeing and entrance fees, rickshaw hire in Beijing, 13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, and 2 dinners.DEPARTS: Daily.NOTE: Itinerary is available in the reverse direction.

DAY 11 HANGZHOUTake a short cruise on West Lake and visit a tea plantation.

DAY 12 HANGZHOU > SUZHOU > SHANGHAITrain to Suzhou and visit both the Lingering Garden and the Garden of the Master of Nets. Enjoy a cruise on the Grand Canal before boarding a train to Shanghai, explore this wonderful city where ‘ancient meets modern’.

DAY 13 SHANGHAIToday’s tour includes the famous Bund area and the beautiful Yuyuan Gardens, a place of peace and comfort in the heart of bustling Shanghai.

DAY 14 SHANGHAIYou will be transferred to the airport.

Beijing

Guilin

Shanghai

Hangzhou

Xi’anSuzhou

CHINA

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

4 St

ar

1 Jan – 28 Feb $3,715 $5,7501 Mar – 31 Mar $3,950 $5,9951 Apr – 31 May $4,085 $6,4851 Jun – 31 Aug $3,950 $5,9951 Sep – 30 Nov $4,085 $6,485

5 St

ar

1 Jan – 28 Feb $4,410 $6,7501 Mar – 31 Mar $4,615 $7,2001 Apr – 31 May $4,840 $7,6701 Jun – 31 Aug $4,615 $7,2001 Sep – 30 Nov $4,840 $7,670

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CHINA

THE IMPERIAL YANGTZE | 10 DAYSYangtze River, Yichang

Starting in Beijing, explore historical imperial treasures such as the Forbidden City, Great Wall and famed Summer Palace. Visit Xi’an, home of the Terracotta Warriors, before cruising the legendary Yangtze River. Admire the engineering marvel of the Three Gorges Dam and sail through the wildly beautiful Three Gorges and Lesser Gorges before reaching Yichang. You’ ll also have time to explore cosmopolitan Shanghai, China’s most cutting edge and modern city.

DAY 1 BEIJINGYou will be met and transferred to your hotel.

DAY 2 BEIJINGFull day sightseeing to the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. Enjoy a Peking Duck dinner.

DAY 3 BEIJINGSightseeing to the Great Wall of China and Ming Tombs.

DAY 4 BEIJING > XI’ANFly to Xi’an and visit the marvellous ‘buried army’ of Terracotta Warriors, interred with Emperor Qin Shi Huang. In the evening enjoy a Tang Dynasty show and tasty dinner.

DAY 5 XI’AN > CHONGQINGVisit the ancient city walls and the Great Mosque. Fly to Chongqing and join the luxury New Century cruise ship.

DAYS 6 & 7 YANGTZE RIVER CRUISECruise the Yangtze and discover a river full of amazing natural beauties and historic relics. Pass through Qutang Gorge, the shortest, narrowest and most dramatic of the three. Wu Gorge is known for its quiet beauty, forest-covered mountains and sheer cliffs.

DAY 8 YICHANG > SHANGHAIVisit the spectacular Three Gorges dam and fly to Shanghai.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with private English speaking guides and driver (on land portion), 3 nights on board the New Century on the Yangtze River cruise, 6 nights hotel accommodation, flights Beijing > Xi’an > Chongqing & Yichang > Shanghai, transfers and transport, sightseeing and entrance fees, port charges, 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 4 dinners.DEPARTS: Fridays.

DAY 9 SHANGHAIVisits include the historic Bund, Yu Gardens, Jade Buddha Temple and an evening acrobatic show.

DAY 10 SHANGHAIYou will be transferred to the airport.

Beijing

Chongqing

ShanghaiXi’an

Qutang Gorge

Yichang

CHINA

YANGTZE RIVER

New Century Cruise Ship

2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

5 St

ar

DELUXE CABIN ON CRUISE1 – 31 Mar $4,360 $7,2051 Apr – 31 May $4,575 $7,5051 Jun – 31 Aug $4,360 $7,2051 Sep – 30 Nov $4,575 $7,505JUNIOR SUITE ON CRUISE1 – 31 Mar $5,395 $8,7951 Apr – 31 May $5,475 $8,8251 Jun – 31 Aug $5,395 $8,7951 Sep – 30 Nov $5,475 $8,825

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2018 Price (per person) Twin Single

4 St

ar

4 Jan – 16 Mar $6,399 $10,08617 Mar – 19 Apr $6,855 $10,9867 May – 30 Sep $6,399 $10,0861 Oct – 30 Nov $6,855 $10,986

JAPAN

HIGHLIGHTS OF JAPAN | 9 DAYSGeishas, Kyoto

A wonderful introduction to Japan, from the bustle of Tokyo to the majesty of Mt Fuji. Tranquility abounds in Hakone where you will experience staying in a traditional Japanese inn (ryokan). In Kyoto explore the historic sites and marvel as you walk through the Sagano bamboo grove. Visiting Hiroshima is a moving experience as you witness a city that has been rebuilt from ashes into one that is prosperous and vibrant.

DAY 1 TOKYOYou will be met and transferred to your hotel.

DAY 2 TOKYOEnjoy a private half day tour of Tokyo with a guide. Choose perhaps the Tsukiji Fish Market and Imperial East Garden or Asakusa Kannon Temple and Tokyo Sky Tree.

DAY 3 TOKYOScheduled day tour to Nikko, the ancient centre of Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship, with its magical shrines and stunning natural scenery.

DAY 4 TOKYO > MT FUJI > HAKONEScheduled tour to Mt Fuji and then continue to Hakone, famous for its hot springs, for a ride on the Hakone Ropeway and spectacular views. Overnight at a ryokan with its own onsen (thermal spa).

DAY 5 HAKONE > KYOTOTake the bullet train to Kyoto and transfer to your hotel.

DAY 6 KYOTOEnjoy a private half day tour of Kyoto with a guide. Choose perhaps Niji Castle and Kinkakuji Temple or Kodajii Temple and the Gion District.

INCLUDES: Tailor-made journey with English speaking local guides, 7 nights hotel accommodation and 1 night in a ryokan, airport transfers, 3 private and 2 scheduled tours, entrance fees, 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner.DEPARTS: Daily.

DAY 7 KYOTOEnjoy a scenic walking tour and river cruise in Arashiyama, including the Sagano bamboo grove and the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge.

DAY 8 KYOTO > HIROSHIMA > KOBETravel by bullet train to Hiroshima where your guide will meet you for a private tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima. Continue by bullet train to Kobe and overnight.

DAY 9 KOBE > OSAKATransfer to the Osaka airport by train.

OsakaHiroshimaMiyajima

Tokyo

HakoneKyoto

Kobe

NORTH PACIFIC OCEAN

SEA OF

JAPAN

Mt Fuji

JAPAN

Mt Fuji