Introduction
South-East Asia is unmatched for multi-centre travel. Fly over temples and shrines, stroll along idyllic beaches, devour in delectable gastronomy oozing with flavour and spice, explore verdant jungles, and interact with locals in market towns. Throughout your travels across Vietnam and Indonesia, you will discover a region that is rich in culture, spirituality, and heritage.
With so many potential regions to explore, you can design an adventure that suits your needs, whether you are looking for culture, gastronomy, adventure, history or all. Fly above the Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia, which are on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Experience sheer beach bliss on Thailand’s palm-fringed shores, where views are breath-taking or discover Indonesia, the largest archipelago in the world, and its stunning beaches too. For a little more adventure cruise across Ha Long Bay, Vietnam’s stunning karsts and picturesque coves or head over to cutting-edge Singapore during the momentous bicentennial year of the city-state and experience the hub of global finance and its Marina Bay showcasing its modernity and style.
Highlights
Vespa Excursion And Family Dinner (Half Day - Hue, Vietnam)
Embark on a vintage Vespa tour of Hue’s breath-taking surroundings. Before joining a neighbourhood family for supper, have a sunset cocktail while admiring the Perfume River.
Experience The Local Markets (3-4 Hours - Bangkok)
Bangkok’s marketplaces, which are at the centre of daily life, are a staple feature everyone should experience. On this immersive adventure, travel through vibrant craft marketplaces, vivid flower displays, and sweet-smelling spice stands.
Connect With Cambodia's Ethical Artisans (Half Day - Siem Reap, Cambodia)
Become a part of Siem Reap’s artistic community by meeting a curator who collaborates with prominent local gallery and boutique owners. Experience exclusive access to a luxury fashion studio, peruse local markets, and discover this city’s vibrant fashion industry.
Singapore Journey (30 Minutes - Singapore)
Learn about Singapore’s historical landmarks and cultural influences. Take a guided tour of the nation’s many districts, from Little India to Chinatown.
Connect With Vietnam's Past (1 Hour - Hanoi, Vietnam)
Discover fresh perspectives on the Vietnam War from a former US soldier, Chuck Searcy, who lives in Hanoi and advocates for combat veterans.
Siem Reap In A Taste (4 Hours - Siem Reap)
Experience dine-around dinners at the best restaurants in Cambodia for a great way to experience the flavours of Siem Reap. You can indulge in everything from curry lemongrass to coconut ice cream at quaint spots that you can reach by hopping on a tuk-tuk and zipping through the streets.
Recommended Hotels
Bangkok, Siam, And Thailand
A part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World is this charming boutique hotel. Stay at one of 39 roomy suites and pool villas, each of which have been uniquely designed and furnished with eastern artefacts and antiquities. If you’d rather sleep amidst history, consider Connie’s Cottage, the Siam’s century-old home.
Keemala, Phuket, Thailand
Visitors to this picturesque resort have the exceptional opportunity to spend the night in a treehouse high in the tree tops. Choose between a variety of family-friendly pool villas that are all connected by a series of forest walkways if you’re happiest on street level and not on high canopies.
Rosewood Luang Prabang, Laos
In the lush Laotian jungles, find Rosewood Luang Prabang. Three riverfront villas, six pool villas, four suites, four deluxe rooms, and six luxury tents are just a few of the 23 wonderful accommodation options along the banks of the river that you can pick from. See how the interiors are brought to life by the use of indigenous materials, regional artwork, and French colonial-era embellishments.
Amanoi, Nui Chua National Park, Vietnam
Amanoi undoubtedly lives up to its meaning, which is taken from the Sanskrit word for “peace” and the Vietnamese word for “place.” Its 31 opulent pavilions and five villas feature cutting-edge design dotted with vintage Vietnamese architecture. This tranquil location is surrounded by a picturesque shoreline and valleys.
Bensley Collection Shinta Mani Wild, Cambodia
This hotel is a private natural retreat that is committed to preserving its environment. Reach the reception area by zip line for an exciting entrance. You may get close to nature in style with the help of fifteen luxury tents that were specially created to perch overflowing waterways and waterfalls.
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay, Nha Trang, Vietnam
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay, which is only reachable by boat, offers amazing views of the South China Sea. A vibrant coral reef and a white-sand beach all contribute to the allure of this exquisite eco-resort. Choose among 59 oceanfront and over water villas with private plunge pools that are teak-trimmed.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival In Bangkok, Thailand
Take an overnight journey to South-East Asia to make the most of your time there.
Day 2: Bangkok
Take a longtail boat tour of Bangkok’s historic canals.
Day 3: Bangkok
Follow your guide for a fascinating 25-kilometre bicycle tour of this thriving city’s “green lung.”
Day 4: Ride The Eastern & Oriental Express
Choose from three guided excursions when you arrive in Kanchanaburi: historical, active, or culinary.
Day 5: Ride The Eastern & Oriental Express Continued
Visit Labu Kabong village for a greeting ceremony and go rice-paddling with a knowledgeable guide.
Days 6-8: Singapore
Spend three days in Singapore taking in the renowned attractions of the glittering “Lion City” of Asia.
Day 9: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Get picked up by a tuk tuk from your accommodation for a fine-dining tour of the best kitchens in the Siem Reap area.
Day 10: Siem Reap
Prior to going on a close-up tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, observe the sun rising above Angkor Wat’s temples.
Day 11: Koh Krabey Island, Cambodia
When you arrive, a motorboat will take you to the unique resort of Six Senses Krabey Island.
Days 12-14: Koh Krabey Island
Enjoy the sun, beach, and surf for three days at this paradisiacal getaway.
Day 15: Depart Koh Krabey Island For Flight Home
Take the resort’s speedboat back to the mainland so you can catch your trip home.
Sample Itinerary
Explore Mai Chau’s treasures
3 Days/2 Nights
From £415pp
Discover Vietnam’s untapped regions over the course of two nights. A bicycle ride will take you through Mai Chau’s verdant scenery to isolated mountain villages, where you will be greeted by local residents. This is a chance to interact meaningfully with people whose lives have not been impacted by modernity. You can take in the breath-taking countryside vistas along the way and come away with powerfully emotive pictures.
Ride a sleeper train to Sapa
4 Days/3 Nights
From £655pp
If you are looking to explore the local food and drink, then travel to Sapa, Vietnam’s isolated and rustic province, on a luxurious sleeper train. Set off on a mountain journey for 3 nights where you’ll meet local hill tribes and discover the customs that guide daily life there. Additionally, you get the opportunity to go hike through the world’s most stunning paddy fields, which are vibrantly green.
Experience Food Culture in Ho Chi Ming City
3 Days/2 Nights
From £495pp
Spend two evenings touring the nation’s capital, a haven for foodies everywhere. You may watch sellers dispense hot plates of barbecued pork and steamy bowls of pho (noodle soup) while discovering a stand for every culinary ambition. As you take in the attractions of this vibrant city, try tasty fruit at the morning markets, indulge in delicious street food, and local craft beer.
