The Surin Phuket

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

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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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…

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Indonesia

Highlights of Indonesia

15 days from £5,020pp

Ubud Market, Indonesia, Balinese market,

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 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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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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Vietnam

Highlights of Vietnam

14 days from £3,450pp

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Indonesia

Highlights of Indonesia

15 days from £5,020pp

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 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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Where to stay

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

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.

Anantara Layan Phuket Resort £££££

Thailand
Beach and Island Escapes

Anantara Layan Phuket Resort sits on a secluded section of Layan beach on the northwest coast of Phuket island. The 30 rooms and suites are nestled into the jungle covered hillside and a further 47 pool villas sit level with the beach. All are spacious and bright with a private balcony making the most of the beach and garden views. To keep busy there is a good selection of water sports, tennis, an excellent kids club and plenty of chance to relax by pool or at the spa.

Elephant Hills, Khao Sok £££££

Thailand
Tented Camps

Elephant Hills, and its sister property, the floating Rainforest Camp, are both found in the lush green landscapes of Khao Sok National Park, a mere two hours from Phuket. Both combine comfortable but rustic tents, more akin to Africa than Thailand with proper beds, ensuite showers and a small terrace with hammocks. While staying here guests walk and hike, spot wildlife or explore the mangroves by canoe but the focus here is all about the elephant, working hard to prevent human-elephant conflict, care of former logging elephants or those working in the tourist industry.

Amanpuri £££££

Thailand
Beach and Island Escapes

Amanpuri is one of the most exclusive hotels in Phuket. The accommodation is exquisitely designed in a traditional Thai style while retaining a simple luxury, typical of Aman. The beach is one of the best on the island and various water sports are available. Each pavilion offers huge amounts of space and fabulous views over the Andaman Sea, the dining options are eclectic and divine, and the spa is huge offering extensive wellness treatments.

Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas £££££

Thailand
Beach and Island Escapes

Resembling a traditional southern Thai village, the Anantara Mai Khao is in northern Phuket and home to 91 beautifully designed villas, sitting on a long stretch of beach. With various villa types everyone is well catered for from one bedroom villas to pool villas sleeping up to six, perfect for families. The choice of restaurants includes the unique Tree House, which wraps itself around an old banyan tree. The Anantara Spa has open-air treatment rooms, the secluded M Beach Club offers an Ibiza vibe and children are catered for at the Jakka Kids Club.

Point Yamu by COMO £££££

Thailand
Beach and Island Escapes

Uncluttered yet colourful with 79 rooms and suites plus 27 private villas it is not a small hotel, however, sitting with a 360-degree view of Phang Nga Bay it has a feeling of space and serenity. Most rooms have private terraces with views across Phang Nga Bay or inland across the Cape, while the pool suites and private villas benefit from their own swimming pools.