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India’s Golden Triangle with Ranthambore National Park
We love going in search of rare Asian tigers in their natural habitat. Taking in the reflections as we walk through the Amber Fort’s exquisite Hall of Mirrors.
This fantastic introduction to India combines the three cities of the ‘Golden Triangle’ with a couple of days in Ranthambore National Park. Journeying in a loop from Delhi, you’ll tick off highlights including the Taj Mahal in Agra, and the forts and pink-hued palaces of Jaipur. With three game drives in Ranthambore, we’ll go in search of the park’s elusive Bengal tigers, as well as looking out for leopards, sloth bears, monkeys and all manner of birdlife. Our escorted tours to India are accompanied by tour managers throughout, so they’re ideal for first-time visitors.
Itinerary
Day 1 – UK – In flight
Our nationwide shared chauffeur service collects you from home for your flight to Delhi.
UK – In flight
Day 2 – Delhi
This morning, we arrive in Delhi, the first stop on our Golden Triangle tour. After a little time for refreshment and relaxation, we head out to soak up the sights and sounds on an afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi. We’ll see the India Gate memorial, built to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died during the Great War, and pass the official residence of the President of India. Later we’ll continue to UNESCO-protected Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world.
The Leela Ambience, Delhi (5-star)
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Excursions & visits: Guided tour of New Delhi (afternoon)
Day 3 – Delhi – Agra
Our morning tour concentrates on Old Delhi. We’ll see the black marble memorial to Mahatma Gandhi and the grand Jama Masjid – one of India’s biggest mosques. We’ll also stop by the UNESCO-listed memorial to the Mughal emperor Humayun, the first example of Persian-inspired Mughal architecture in India and the historic Red Fort, the one-time residence of the Mughal Emperor. In the afternoon, we’ll make our way to the riverside city of Agra.
ITC Mughal, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Agra (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Guided tour of Old Delhi (morning)
Day 4 – Agra
Have your very own Princess Diana moment in front of the white marble Taj Mahal today. This great world wonder dates back to the glory days of India’s Mughal emperors. It took 20,000 skilled labourers to create this mausoleum and memorial to Shah Jahan’s favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Some see it as a sad and mournful creation, but others celebrate the romance and love behind its story. After a morning here, we move on to Agra’s imposing fort – a walled city of palaces, mosques, halls and residences occupied for more than 900 years.
ITC Mughal, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Agra (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit to Taj Mahal (morning)
Visit to Agra Fort (afternoon)
Day 5 – Fatehpur Sikri – Ranthambore
Our journey continues with a visit to the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri, once the capital of the Mughal Empire. Although it lay abandoned and virtually unknown for hundreds of years, its palaces, pavilions, mosques and residences are remarkably well preserved and visually stunning. Later, we continue by road to Bharatpur. We’ll board a train bound for Sawai Madhopur, then journey on to Ranthambore National Park, known for its 1,000-year-old fort (which is surrendering slowly to the encroaching jungle), its picturesque lakes and, of course, its Bengal tiger reserve.
Ranthambore Regency (3.5-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit to Fatehpur Sikri (morning)
Train journey to Sawai Madhopur (afternoon)
Day 6 – Ranthambore
Ranthambore National Park is a wildlife haven, and we’ll head out in search of leopards, monkeys, birds and sloth bears on two game drives today. As we take in the sounds and smells of the jungle, we may even spot the shy and elusive Bengal tiger – a greater possibility nowadays thanks to the conservation work of the Ranthambore Foundation.
Ranthambore Regency (3.5-star)
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Excursions & visits: Game drive (morning)
Game drive (afternoon)
Day 7 – Ranthambore – Jaipur
After a final game drive, we’ll make our way north-west to Jaipur, known as the ‘pink city’ for its rose-red palaces.
ITC Rajputana, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Jaipur (5-star)
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Excursions & visits: Game drive (morning)
Day 8 – Jaipur
A full-day tour of Jaipur reveals why this great city is considered one of India’s foremost cultural attractions. After an early start, we drive up to the Amber Fort, a beautiful sandstone palace perched on a hilltop. We’ll tour the fort, then head to the foothill lake. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants – they sometimes like to bathe in the lake. Back in Jaipur itself, we’ll explore the City Palace (a fusion of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture) and the 18th-century Jantar Mantar observatory, and admire the latticed façade of the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of Winds.
ITC Rajputana, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Jaipur (5-star)
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Excursions & visits: Jaipur city tour (all day)
Day 9 – Delhi
Today we’ll journey from Jaipur back to Delhi. Enjoy a final night in Delhi.
The Leela Ambience, Delhi (5-star)
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Day 10 – Delhi – UK
After one last cup of chai, transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, your vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
Delhi – UK
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📅 Duration: 10 Days
Active traveller pace
From AUD$4 141pp
Essential Vietnam & Cambodia
Exploring the narrow streets of UNESCO-listed Hoi An. Witnessing the sheer size, scale and beauty of Angkor Wat, the world’s biggest religious complex.
Discover the heart of Indochina on our escorted tours of Vietnam and Cambodia. Your adventure begins in Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital. From here, you’ll cruise around UNESCO-listed Halong Bay, stroll through Hoi An’s old town, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels and explore the Mekong Delta. Next up is Cambodia. You’ll spend three nights in Siem Reap, gateway to the Khmer temples at Angkor. As well as temple-hopping, you’ll sail across Tonlé Sap Lake.
Itinerary
Day 1 – UK – In flight
Our nationwide shared chauffeur service collects you from home for your flight to Hanoi.
UK – In flight
Day 2 – Hanoi
Upon arrival in Hanoi we transfer to our hotel.
Le Jardin Hotel Haute Couture, Hanoi (4-star)
Day 3 – Hanoi – Halong Bay
We head towards Halong, travelling through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta. We’ll board our private junk for a cruise on the emerald green waters of beautiful Halong Bay, dotted with more than 2,000 towering karst islands topped with dense jungle foliage. We enjoy lunch on board before we return to Halong.
Paradise Suites Hotel, Halong (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Halong Bay cruise (all day)
Day 4 – Halong – Hanoi – Danang – Hoi An
We fly to Danang today, travelling on from there to nearby Hoi An.
La Siesta Hoi An Resort (4.5-star)
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Day 5 – Hoi An
This morning we have an excursion to the peaceful village of Triem Tay, located close to town on Cam Kim Island, in the Thu Bon River. Accompanied by our guide, we’ll visit some of the traditional houses, meet the locals and learn about their culture and traditions. Later this afternoon we take a walking tour of Hoi An, with an exceptionally well-preserved old town that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are more than a thousand preserved buildings including temples, merchants’ houses, warehouses and workshops here.
La Siesta Hoi An Resort (4.5-star)
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Excursions & visits: Tour of Hoi An countryside (morning)
Walking tour of Hoi An (afternoon)
Day 6 – Hoi An – Danang – Ho Chi Minh City
We fly south to Ho Chi Minh City. This evening we’ll enjoy a special dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel Grand Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City (4-star)
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Day 7 – Cu Chi Tunnels – Ho Chi Minh City
Today we head out to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, the remarkable underground tunnel network where Vietcong guerrillas hid during the Vietnam War. You’ll see secret trapdoors, underground kitchens, living areas and meeting rooms. We return to the city for a tour, visiting landmarks such as Reunification Palace, Reunification Hall, the elegant 19th-century Central Post Office, and the opera house.
Hotel Grand Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Cu Chi Tunnels (morning)
City tour of Ho Chi Minh City (afternoon)
Day 8 – Ben Tre
This morning we embark on an excursion to the Mekong Delta region, often referred to as ‘the rice bowl of Vietnam’. In Tien Giang, we will board our boat for a scenic river cruise, stopping to visit a small handicraft factory on Turtle Island. Later we’ll take a tuk tuk ride along country roads, enjoy locally produced honey, and explore the Xep Canal by boat. We’ll also pay a visit to the Vinh Trang Pagoda in My Tho.
Hotel Grand Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Excursion to Ben Tre (all day)
Day 9 – Ho Chi Minh City – Siem Reap
We head to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for our flight to Siem Reap and on arrival transfer to our hotel.
Borei Angkor, Siem Reap (5-star)
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Day 10 – Angkor Wat
Angkor Wat is the largest religious complex in the world and Cambodia’s most cherished symbol. We begin our visit at the ancient city of Angkor Thom. At the centre of the city stands the impressive Bayon Temple, adorned with enigmatic carvings. After lunch we continue to the Ta Prohm temple, whose ruins are wrapped in the sinuous, snake-like roots of strangler figs and silk cotton trees. We then see Angkor Wat itself, a remarkable site famous worldwide for its exquisite bas reliefs, including over 3,000 images of apsaras – celestial nymphs or muses – as well as dynamic battle scenes, and depictions of Hindu myths. We’ll visit Pre Rup Temple before viewing sunset from either Sros Srong or Bakheng Mountain.
Borei Angkor, Siem Reap (5-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit ruins of Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm and Angkor Wat (all day)
📅 Duration: 15 Days
Active traveller pace
From AUD$5 970pp
Wild Borneo
Join us for a wild adventure to the rivers and rainforests of Borneo. Orang-utan tours, national parks and white-sand beaches await us. We’ll discover the cultures that have influenced two of the island’s cities, breathe in the thick, humid forests and spy a variety of wildlife. Explore gardens of exotic flowers and climb into ancient tree canopies. Search for proboscis monkeys and pygmy elephants as we leisurely cruise remote rivers. And discover how centres are caring for the orang-utan and the world’s smallest bear. If you’re looking for an unforgettable wildlife holiday, our Borneo tours are perfect.
Itinerary
Day 1 – UK – In flight
Our nationwide shared chauffeur service collects you from home for your flight to Kota Kinabalu.
UK – In flight
Day 2 – Kota Kinabalu
On arrival, we’ll transfer to our hotel on the South China Sea coast.
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel (5-star)
Day 3 – Kota Kinabalu
A tour takes us through a city of old-world charm and modern hopes, friendly locals and a fine food scene ranging from street food to a revolving restaurant. The city mosque is a resplendent masterpiece large enough to hold 12,000 worshippers. The Sabah State Museum offers insight into the city’s rich history and modern art, while a stop at a handicraft market and bazaar shows the working life of the city.
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel (5-star)
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Excursions & visits: City tour of Kota Kinabalu (morning)
Day 4 – Kinabalu National Park
We drive along the ridges of the Crocker Range to tour Kinabalu National Park, a UNESCO-protected area of tropical lowland and hillside rainforest dominated by Mount Kinabalu. It has an exceptionally rich variety of plants, including over a thousand species of orchid. The majority of Borneo’s mammals, birds, amphibians and invertebrates (many threatened and vulnerable) can be found here too. We make our way along the mountain’s garden trails with naturalist guides, which showcase the diversity of plant life here. We’ll also visit a handicraft market, before arriving at our hotel for two nights – within the national park, in the heart of the action.
Nepenthes Lodge, Mount Kinabalu National Park (3-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit Kinabalu National Park (morning)
Day 5 – Kinabalu National Park
The Poring Hot Springs are an excellent place to view lowland birds and some mammals. Those with a head for heights and nature will love the Canopy Walkway, taking you 43m up into the treetops, where around 75% of rainforest animals spend their time. We then stroll around the Butterfly Garden, an excellent place to watch for beautifully coloured butterflies, birds, and maybe even a flying lizard! We proceed to the Kundasang War Memorial Park, dedicated to the British and Australian prisoners of war who perished on the Sandakan Marches during World War II. We’ll complete our day at Kundasang Market, where local farms sell their produce, including fruits unknown to the British table.
Nepenthes Lodge, Mount Kinabalu National Park (3-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit the Canopy Walk and Butterfly Farm at Poring Hot Springs (morning)
Visit Kundasang War Memorial Park and market (afternoon)
Day 6 – Kinabatangan River
Travel overland to the tiny village of Sukau on the Kinabatangan River, where we spend two nights in an authentic, basic wooden lodge deep in the Borneo jungle. The greatest concentration of wildlife in Malaysia is found in this area, including rare orang-utans, proboscis monkeys and endangered birds, pygmy elephants and saltwater crocodiles. We’ll take a cruise along Menanggol River to see what we can spot, with our naturalist guide on hand for all your questions.
Bukit Melapi Lodge, Kinabatangan River (2-star)
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Excursions & visits: Cruise Kinabatangan River (all day)
Day 7 – Kinabatangan River
We have more opportunities to spot Borneo’s incredible array of wildlife as we cruise to a nearby oxbow lake this morning and along the river this afternoon. Maybe a gibbon, red or silvered leaf monkey, hornbill or Oriental darter will be on the cards today.
Bukit Melapi Lodge, Kinabatangan River (2-star)
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Excursions & visits: Cruise Kinabatangan River (all day)
Day 8 – Gomantong Caves – Sandakan
The Gomantong Caves support swiftlets and a million bats within the cathedral-like chamber, while serpent eagles, bat hawks and kingfishers can be seen lingering on the outer walls. The caves are harvested for the bizarre edible bird’s nest. Next we visit Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, the perfect place to watch a pendulous nosed proboscis monkey leaping amongst the trees or dining on young leaves. We stay in Sandakan, amidst the tropical rainforest.
Sabah Hotel, Sandakan (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit Gomantong Caves and Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary (all day)
Day 9 – Sandakan
See orang-utans in their natural habitat at Sepilok Orang-utan Rehabilitation Centre. The centre was founded in 1964 to rehabilitate orphaned, injured or displaced orang-utans and return them to the wild. Today nearly 80 can be observed while roaming freely in the reserve, while others are cared for in nurseries. Next is the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, which rehabilitates the world’s smallest bear. These bears continue to be threatened by forest degradation and poaching. Large forest enclosures provide a natural environment while the bears prepare for the wild. Our last visit is to the Rainforest Discovery Centre to learn of the tropical flora and fauna which attracts an astounding 300 species of bird to the reserve, plus unique forest mammals such as flying squirrels.
Sabah Hotel, Sandakan (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit Sepilok Orang-utan Rehabilitation Centre, Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre & the Rainforest Discovery Centre (all day)
Day 10 – Sandakan – Kota Kinabalu
Return to civilisation for a tour of Sandakan. Religious relics, colonial mansions and reminders of World War II dot the city, which has grown on trade. We visit the market and see the colourful interior of the magnificent Chinese Temple, before heading to Sim Sim, where the stilt houses of local tribes sit above the water. We transfer to the airport for our flight to Kota Kinabalu and our luxury property close to the tropical forest.
Shangri-La Rasa Ria Hotel, Kota Kinabalu (5-star)
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Excursions & visits: City tour of Sandakan (morning)
Day 11 – Kota Kinabalu
A day to relax in our luxurious resort or on the beautiful two-mile crescent beach of pale sand.
Shangri-La Rasa Ria Hotel, Kota Kinabalu (5-star)
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Day 12 – Kota Kinabalu – In flight
We transfer to the airport for your overnight return flight to the UK.
Kota Kinabalu – In flight
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Day 13 – UK
Upon arrival, your vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
UK
📅 Duration: 13 Days
Active traveller pace
From AUD$6 833pp
Wild India
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AUD$5 108pp
Our Wild India tour takes you into the heart of the parks said to have inspired Rudyard Kipling’s ‘The Jungle Book’. Jeep safaris and jungle walks across a trio of parks (Pench, Kanha and Bandhavgarh) mean you’ll have plenty of opportunity to spot tigers, leopards, sloth bears and more. You’ll also marvel at star-spangled skies, with an expert on hand to explain each constellation. Away from the parks, you’ll explore UNESCO-listed temples in Khajuraho, admire Mumbai’s art deco architecture and jump on the Jhansi-Delhi express train. A week by the beach in Goa makes the perfect optional add-on at the end of our wildlife tour.
Vietnam Discovery
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UD$6 622pp
Travelling from high-energy cities to sleepy backwaters, ancient citadels to karst-dotted bays, our small-group Vietnam tours showcase everything that we love about this country. You’ll explore Hanoi’s labyrinthine Old Quarter and Ho Chi Minh City’s Parisian-style boulevards. You’ll help out on a rural farm and enjoy lunch with locals. You’ll sip salt coffee and sample rice paper snacks. And you’ll sail the serene waters of Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay on an unforgettable 2-night cruise. Welcome to Vietnam…
Classic Nepal Tour
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AUD$5 806pp
This adventure opens a door to one of the world’s most heavenly destinations: Nepal. Home to eight of the world’s 10 tallest mountains as well as some of Nepal’s most ancient and colourful heritage sites, it’s a serene and spiritual place where you’ll enjoy a warm welcome, extraordinary scenery and diverse cultures. Feel on top of the world as you take in views across the Annapurna Mountain range; breathe fresh Himalayan air as you trek to hushed mountain monasteries and perhaps catch a glimpse of a rare Bengal tiger in Chitwan National Park. There’ll be pinch-me moments too, as you stand beneath serene hilltop stupas, mighty Shiva monuments and soak up the culture in Kathmandu’s ancient Durbar or ‘Royal’ Squares.
The Best of Sri Lanka
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AUD$5 285pp
On our Sri Lanka holidays, this introduction to the ‘Land of Serendipity’ reveals mountaintop fortresses, ancient capitals hidden in dense forest and national parks where elephants roam free. Starting and finishing in the island’s capital, Colombo, our Sri Lanka tours journey to Buddhist temples and botanical gardens, stopping to sample some of the world’s best tea along the way. A safari drive in Yala National Park is another highlight of our Sri Lanka itinerary, and a great opportunity to spot leopards, buffalo, elephants and crocodiles.
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