Tamarind Village

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

shot from behind of floating market trader wearing traditional wicker hat with boat full of colourful fruit and veg.

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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

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

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

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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

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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

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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Vietnam

Highlights of Vietnam

14 days from £3,450pp

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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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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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.

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.

Tamarind Village £££££

Thailand
City

Hidden under the shade of a 200-year-old Tamarind Tree, from which it takes its name, this centrally located boutique hotel showcases the style and diversity of the region. The 47 rooms overlook pretty leafy courtyards and additional facilities include a large swimming pool, a relaxed poolside restaurant and a traditional spa.

Rachamanka £££££

Thailand
City

The Rachamankha is an oasis in what is now Thailand’s second largest city – Chiang Mai. The creation of an award winning Thai architect and his interior designer step son, together they have created an incredibly stylish refuge and a place to showcase their fabulous collection of Lanna art and Chinese antiquities. The 25 guest rooms are arranged around a central garden and boast effortlessly stylish interiors. A 20-metre pool, intimate restaurant and spa complete this classy retreat.

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai £££££

Thailand
Wilderness

The Four Seasons Chiang Mai is a beautiful hotel just outside the main town in the lush Mae Rim Valley. The hotel has 20 acres of landscaped gardens which feature small lakes, terraced rice paddies, and lily ponds. There are 98 lavishly-appointed suites which reflect a traditional Thai style called Lanna – a unique blend of Indian and Chinese influences. The resort has a famous Thai restaurant and there is a wide range of spa facilities on site.

Four Seasons Tented Camp – Golden Triangle £££££

Thailand
Tented Camps

Reached by river boat amid Thailand’s bamboo jungles, where three countries meet, a one-of-a-kind experience for active adults awaits. With just 15 tented accommodations all unique in Four Seasons luxury, right down to the hand-hammered copper bathtubs, this all-inclusive two- or three-night adventure cover every detail, from supporting elephant conservation to Mekong River excursions; from formal campfire dinners to riverside drinks in the stilt-top bar.

Anantara Chiang Mai £££££

Thailand
City

On the banks of the Mae Ping River, just five minutes from Chiang Mai’s main night market, the Anantara Chiang Mai is a sophisticated retreat which was once the headquarters for the British consulate in Chiang Mai. The 109 rooms, suites and serviced suites all house open balconies or courtyards, some with river views. The 34-metre pool lies along the river in large gardens giving a sense of calm while the three restaurants and bars offer delicious and varied food options from stylish Asian with a river view to afternoon tea designed by a Michelin-starred chef.