Four Seasons Koh Samui

From the jungles of Chiang Mai in the north to the tropical islands in the south, this holiday encompasses everything a first-time visitor to Thailand could wish for.

Highlights of Thailand

14 days from £3,910pp

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Captivating Bangkok, the peaceful hill tribes of Northern Thailand, gentle river journeys plus temples and elephants. This 12 day holiday combining Thailand and Luang Prabang in Laos gives a varied insight into this charming region of South East Asia.

Thailand and Laos

12 days from £3,740pp

The perfect itinerary for a first time visitor to Cambodia. From the bustling streets of Phnom Penh to Cambodian jungles, a tropical island retreat and the sublime complex of temples at Angkor.

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Cambodia

Highlights of Cambodia

14 days from £4,025pp

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Moving away from Bali to discover more of Indonesia, this 14-day holiday showcases the rainforest wildlife of Borneo followed by Java to explore the temples of Borobudur and Javanese culture.

Beyond Bali

14 days from £5,075pp

Long tailed Macaques, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

This holiday to Vietnam is a great option for first-time visitors to the country. Take in classic highlights including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Hue but also experience rural life with an overnight Mekong cruise and a countryside cycle around Hoi…

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Vietnam

Highlights of Vietnam

14 days from £3,450pp

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Indonesia – Cruise Raja Ampat

This nine-day cruise showcases the best of Raja Ampat, highlighting the regions hidden jungles, tropical vegetation and dazzling underwater world. Time is spent kayaking, walking, diving and visiting villages to understand this fascinating and eclectic region in greater depth. One of the…

8 days from £5,750pp

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Malaysia

Best of Malaysian Borneo

This two-week holiday to Malaysian Borneo explores the state of Sabah from Danum Valley to Sepilok and Kota Kinabalu, including wildlife encounters, tropical jungles, mountains and idyllic beaches.

14 days from £4,545pp

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From the jungles of Chiang Mai in the north to the tropical islands in the south, this holiday encompasses everything a first-time visitor to Thailand could wish for.

Highlights of Thailand

14 days from £3,910pp

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Thailand and Laos

12 days from £3,740pp

The perfect itinerary for a first time visitor to Cambodia. From the bustling streets of Phnom Penh to Cambodian jungles, a tropical island retreat and the sublime complex of temples at Angkor.

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Cambodia

Highlights of Cambodia

14 days from £4,025pp

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Moving away from Bali to discover more of Indonesia, this 14-day holiday showcases the rainforest wildlife of Borneo followed by Java to explore the temples of Borobudur and Javanese culture.

Beyond Bali

14 days from £5,075pp

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Vietnam

Highlights of Vietnam

14 days from £3,450pp

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Indonesia – Cruise Raja Ampat

8 days from £5,750pp

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Malaysia

Best of Malaysian Borneo

This two-week holiday to Malaysian Borneo explores the state of Sabah from Danum Valley to Sepilok and Kota Kinabalu, including wildlife encounters, tropical jungles, mountains and idyllic beaches.

14 days from £4,545pp

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Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Four Seasons Koh Samui £££££

Thailand
Beach and Island Escapes

This hidden hillside resort offers an ‘away from it all’ sense of peace overlooking the Gulf of Siam. The 60 stand alone Thai style villas are surrounded by tropical gardens, coconut groves and pristine beaches and all have a private terrace with plunge pool and fabulous sea views. A fabulous array of facilities and activities will keep everyone busy and the service is second to none; whether dining overlooking the bay, swimming in the 50 metre infinity pool or relaxing in the forest spa, your stay at this elegant resort will be a delight.

Banyan Tree Samui £££££

Thailand
Beach and Island Escapes

Combing the best elements of a tropical getaway with seclusion and privacy synonymous with Banyan Tree, guests can escape from the outside world with days passing in a gentle flow of relaxation, all soothed by the Gulf of Thailand and cool sea breezes. The 88 all pool villas offer accommodation with beautiful views, featuring private sun decks and plunge pools. A dedicated villa host will ensure all of your needs are met. Even though the resort is built on a hill, there is an efficient buggy service to take you where you wish to go be that the spa, beach or pool.

Kamalaya £££££

Thailand
Wellness and Spa

Kamalaya offers guests a chance to relax and unwind with a choice of wellness options, which do not feel contrived or forced. Found in a peaceful part of southeast Koh Samui, the Kamalaya is a retreat hidden within a lush green hillside, dotted with stone pools and wooden pavilions. The thatched roofed villas pepper the hillside and range from suites with balconies overlooking the ocean, some nestled in the rainforest and some on the beachfront. All have calm and unfussy interiors.

Belmond Napasai £££££

Thailand
Beach and Island Escapes

The Belmond Napasai Samui is hidden amongst 17 acres of dense cashew, palm and coconut trees on the beautiful beach of Maenam. The 69 stylish villas and suites assure privacy and tranquillity while the spa offers a wide range of treatments steeped in the Thai tradition. The pool, beach, sailing and children’s activities allow guests to do as much or as little as they like. This coupled with the high standard of service typically offered by Belmond makes the Napasai a great choice for a beach stay in Koh Samui.