Rayavadee, Krabi

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

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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

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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Whether a honeymoon, a well-deserved break or family travels, this 15-day holiday to Indonesia would, with a few bespoke tweaks, suit all options. It includes the highlights of Bali, with both the beach and the cultural heart of Ubud plus time searching…

Highlights of Indonesia

15 days from £5,020pp

Ubud Market, Indonesia, Balinese market,

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.

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Malaysia

Best of Malaysian Borneo

14 days from £4,545pp

Young orangutan in soft release programme in Lamandau, Indonesian Borneo, Orangutan Foundation

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

Woman preparing the water lily flowers for sale in Tinh Bien, An Giang, Vietnam

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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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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

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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

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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Highlights of Indonesia

15 days from £5,020pp

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.

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Malaysia

Best of Malaysian Borneo

14 days from £4,545pp

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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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Where to stay

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

The Peninsula Bangkok £££££

Thailand
City

One of the finest properties in Bangkok, The Peninsula’s riverside location capitalises its position with panoramic views from every room where guests are assured legendary Thai service. Highlighting the best of Thai style and comfort with both traditional and contemporary elements. The Peninsula offers the iconic welcome of a green Rolls Royce, a sublime spa and the best riverside breakfast to be found in this part of the world.

Anantara Golden Triangle £££££

Thailand
Wilderness

On a ridge overlooking the hills of Myanmar and Laos, the Anantara Resort Golden Triangle is as enchanting as the region in which it’s located. With suites of varying sizes, lovely open-sided restaurants with far-reaching views and an opportunity to spend time with the resident elephants, the Anantara has always been a great choice for a few days in the Golden Triangle.

The Sarojin £££££

Thailand
Beach and Island Escapes

The Sarojin is a smart boutique property with 56 rooms and views over the lotus pond, infinity pool or gardens. Home to white-sand beaches, beautiful gardens and an infinity pool make the Sarojin the perfect recipe for a beach stay.

The Surin Phuket £££££

Thailand
Beach and Island Escapes

The Surin is located at Pansea Bay in north Phuket on one of the loveliest beaches in Phuket. The 102 Thai style thatched cottages are scattered across the hillside and most have spectacular sea views. With the dramatic black swimming pool, tennis courts, a lovely spa and water sports, the Surin is a stunning choice in an idyllic location.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Bangkok £££££

Thailand
City

The Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok has welcomed guests for more than 135 years and is the grande dame of the city. Overlooking Bangkok’s lifeline – the Chao Phraya River, which runs through the heart of Bangkok yet adjacent to easy transport route into the centre of town, the Mandarin Oriental is perfectly positioned to explore Bangkok. A paragon of contemporary luxury and rich in history, this hotel is filled with stories of the celebrated guests who have considered it home during their world travels. With 368 elegant suites and rooms, two pools and nine choices of restaurants and bars, the hotel is more akin to an urban retreat.

The Siam £££££

Thailand
City

The hotel is nestled amongst Bangkok’s historic palaces, temples and museums. A spacious property with suites, courtyard villas (some with private pools) and the delightful Connie’s Cottage – a century-old Thai teak house, now a pool villa, the Siam offers a relaxed and informal retreat in an otherwise hectic city. With a blend of art deco and traditional influences, the Siam is one of the most stunning properties in the city. There are regular boat shuttles plying the river making city access easy. With three acres of gardens, hidden courtyards and four restaurants and bars, the Siam really is an oasis of calm and style.