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Myanmar in Style with Road to Mandalay cruise

For the remainder of 2014 the cruise component of this tour has been heavily discounted with HUGE SAVINGS of more than $900 per person.
Myanmar in Style 11 Days – Myanmar continues to capture the hearts and minds of travellers. Its unique ambience harks back to more tranquil times. Ox-drawn carts trundle along dusty roads, monks worship at revered shrines and the charming locals greet travellers with warm and generous smiles. The four night cruise on the graceful ‘Road to Mandalay’ river cruiser featured in this classic tour provides a comfortable vantage point from which to explore the country.
*** HUGE SAVINGS for the remainder of 2014 – see prices and full tour here ***
Gallipoli 2015 Cruise / Tour

Join InterAsia’s director, Dan Nebauer, himself a veteran of more than 25 years in Australia’s Defence Forces, on this exciting and exclusive combination of a luxury cruise calling into ANZAC Cove for the 100^th Anniversary of ANZAC Day and followed by an eight day exploration of some of the key sites in Turkey.
This opportunity is only available until the end of April this year, so please get in quick whilst we still have places available – limited to just 20 participants!
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Athens • Ephesus • Gallipoli • Troy • Istanbul • Ankara • Cappadocia • Antalya
- Itinerary
  Thu 16 Apr – Depart Australia
  Depart Australia this evening on your Emirates Airlines flight via Dubai to Athens.
  Fri 17 Apr – Arrive Athens
  Arrive Athens this afternoon and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Remainder of the day at leisure.
  Sat 18 Apr – Embark in Athens
  Transfer to the historic Port of Pireaus to board Azamara Journey. Today’s cabin allocation is followed by a stylish
  evening cocktail function. D
  Sun 19 Apr – Ephesus
  Once a formidable Athenian ally, Ephesus was also a great cultural centre. Walk its 2,000 year old streets, visit the Celsus library and take a seat in the remarkably intact amphitheatre. B,L,D
  Mon 20 Apr – Lemnos
  Cruise the Aegean Sea’s pristine sapphire waters en-route to Lemnos. ANZAC troops began their Gallipoli journey from
  this island and returned depleted for the subdued Christmas of 1915. B,L,D
  Tue 21 Apr – Gallipoli
  From midnight, a minute-by-minute re-enactment of the ANZAC soldiers voyage from Lemnos to Gallipoli. Visit the
  evocative battlefield destinations Anzac Cove, Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. B,L,D
  Wed 22 Apr – Gallipoli
  An immersive battlefield pilgrimage continues with theTurkish narrative and visits to British and French areas at Gallipoli. By the end of today the fabric of a complete story will have been woven. B,L,D
  Thu 23 Apr – Canakkale
  Embrace a joyous haze of dance and music as VIP guests at the spectacular Children’s Day festivities in Canakkale. An afternoon visit to Canakkale Military Museum includes the site where HMAS Queen Elizabeth’s 15” shell landed without exploding. B,L,D
  Fri 24 Apr – Troy
  Indulge a passion for culture in the nearby ruins of Troy, and uncover secret links between Priam’s celebrated kingdom and Gallipoli. A relaxed afternoon ahead of Anzac Day.
  B,L,D
  Sat 25 Apr – Anzac Day 2015
  Pay your respects as a lone bugle sounds and the shadows of 100 years loom against the breaking dawn sun. Anchored off Anzac Cove, passengers remaining aboard may take part in a dignified Dawn Service and live broadcast of proceedings ashore. Ballot ticket holders will be transferred to and from the vessel to attend official commemorations. Lay a floating wreath where Australia’s AE2 Submarine lies in the Sea of Marmara’s hidden depths en route to Istanbul this afternoon. B,L,D
  Sun 26 Apr – Istanbul
  Achieve the ANZAC’s goal to conquer Istanbul. Explore the old city’s charming winding lanes and dramatic monuments, including World Heritage listed Hagia Sophia, the mesmerising Blue Mosque and lavish Topkapi Palace. An elegant black tie ball concludes the cruise. B,L,D
  Mon 27 Apr – Istanbul – Ankara
  Disembark from the cruise and depart for a tour of Turkey, beginning with the capital city of Ankara. Stay two nights in Ankara. B,D
  Tue 28 Apr – Ankara
  Visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, a historic caravanserai holding artifacts from up to 7500 years old including the most extensive and valuable collection of Hittite artifacts in the world. Visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk, the father of modern Turkey. B,D
  Wed 29 Apr – Ankara – Hattusas – Cappadocia
  Leave Ankara for Hattusas, the ancient capital of the Hittites, approx. drive time is 3 hours. We will have lunch en route and visit this 3000 year old site. Our drive will continue to Cappadocia, approx. another 4 hour drive. Whirling Dervishes Ceremony in a 12th century caravanserai. A boutique cave hotel is your base for the next three nights. B,L,D
  Thu 30 Apr – Cappadocia
  Cappadocia touring today including Devrent Valley, Monks’ Valley, Avanos Town for pottery making and a lecture on Turkish Rugs, and the Goreme Open Air Museum. The lunar like landscape of this region is eerie, yet beautiful. Over thousands of years, the rain has eroded the landscape to give rise to strange rock formations known as ‘Fairy Chimneys’. Many of these have homes and churches carved into them and some of the grottos are magnificently decorated with colourful frescoes depicting biblical scenes. (Optional hot air ballooning – a must do activity in Cappadocia) B,L,D
  Fri 01 May – Cappadocia
  Visiting the Derinkuyu Underground City, Uchisar Castle, Pigeon Valley, and Mustafapasa. Free afternoon in Urgup Town until dinner at a special restaurant with magical views. B,L,D
  Sat 02 May – Cappadocia – Konya – Antalya
  Leave Cappadocia early am, a big day ahead on the road to Antalya. Visiting Sultanhan Caravanserai, Konya Mevlana Museum and arrive Antalya. Our 9 hour drive will be broken into short breaks before reaching Antalya. Dinner at your hotel and stay two nights in Antalya. B,D
  Sun 03 May – Antalya
  Free Day Antalya is a one of Turkey’s most vibrant cities where one can find many attractions, galleries or activities to do. Today is a free day to enjoy this magnificent city on your own. Dinner at hotel. B,D
  Mon 04 May – Antalya – Sagalassos – Pamukkale
  In the morning, admire the unreal landscape at the ‘Cotton Castle’ of Pamukkale with its white terraces of limestone deposited by thermal waters through the ages. See the ancient spa, Hierapolis, still used today. Discover the necropolis, one of the largest cemeteries from antiquity to the present. After lunch, drive to Aphrodisias, the ancient site dedicated to the goddess of beauty, love, and fertility. Appreciate Anatolia’s best-preserved stadium. At this site which drew artisans to its school of sculpture, enjoy the Temple of Aphrodite, the Tetrapylon, and the Theatre. We will transfer to Denizli Airport for our flight to Istanbul. Transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. B
  Tue 05 May – Depart Istanbul
  Day at leisure before a late afternoon transfer to the Istanbul Airport for flights home. B
  Wed 06 May – Arrive Australia
  Arrive Australia late today or early hours of 07 May.
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- Departure Dates and Prices
  $15785 per person twin share, plus airport taxes and surcharges of approximately $160
  The price is based on minimum passenger numbers. Bookings must close on 01 May, 2014.
  Optional Activity
  Hot Air Ballooning in Cappadocia, deluxe flight $350,regular flight $250
  Please contact us for Booking
- Price Includes:
  What is included?
  
  International airfares with Emirates ex Melbourne, Sydney,
  
  Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth. Other ports on request.
  
  9 night cruise on the Azamara Journey in an Club Oceanview
  
  Stateroom including land excursions, expert panels
  
  and entertainment, gratuities, taxes, welcome cocktail,
  
  black tie ball, beverages, house wine, specialty coffees
  
  and teas.
  
  4 star hotel accommodation with private facilities
  
  Meals as indicated by B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner
  
  Professional tour guide throughout Turkey
  
  Escorted from Australia by InterAsia director, Dan Nebauer
  
  Domestic flight Denizli to Istanbul
  
  Air-conditioned coach transportation and airport transfers
  
  in Athens and Turkey
  
  Local taxes, museum entry fees, gratuities
  
  What is NOT included?
  
  Optional tours
  
  Meals and beverages where not mentioned
  
  Shopping, personal expenses
  
  Travel Insurance. All travellers should have insurance.
  
  Airport taxes and surcharges – currently $160, subject to
  
  change
  
  Visa fees
  
  Cancellations and Amendments:
  
  Amendments to confirmed bookings will be subject to a fee
  
  of $50 per change. Should you need to cancel a booking,
  
  notification in writing must be made to InterAsia Tours.
  
  The following cancellation fees will apply:
  
  Before 30 May, 2014 – Deposit.
  
  Between 01 June and 30 August, 2014 – Deposit of $2500
  
  and first instalment of $6200
  
  After 30 August, 2014 – 100% of all monies paid.
  
  No refund will be given for unused or cancelled services
  
  once travel has commenced. Please refer to the InterAsia
  
  Booking Form for further terms and conditions.
Assam Bengal Navigation Cruises
ASSAM BENGAL NAVIGATION pioneered long-distance river cruising in India with unique cruises on the River Brahmaputra in Assam and on the River Hugli between Kolkata and the Ganges. The river boats, with between 12 and 22 comfortable, air-conditioned en-suite cabins, operate in Assam from October to April, and in Bengal virtually all through the year. A selection of the Hugli and Ganges cruises follow. Contact InterAsia for details of the full range of cruises available.

Hugli River • Ganges River
- Bengal Despatch 1 - 8 Day Itinerary
  Bengal Despatch 1
  The Historic Hugli, upstream 7 nightsCruise along the intimate lower Ganges side stream, the River Hugli, which flows from Farakka on the main river down to Kolkata. As well as sightseeing of Kolkata itself and the European colonies just outside, the cruise takes in Murshidabad, capital of the Nawabs of Bengal, the battlefield of Plassey close by, and the many monuments of the medieval Islamic capital of Gaur. A highlight are several delightful and little known Bengali Terracotta temples.
  Day 1 – Kolkata
  You are collected from your hotel late morning to embark the ship at midday. Sail up past the old Danish colony of Serampore to Barrackpore, land and take a walk through the cantonment past the Semaphore Tower, Government House, the Temple of Fame, and Flagstaff House, its garden housing many of the British statues removed from central Kolkata.
  Day 2 – Kalna
  Sail up to Chandernagore, a French possession until 1950, and visit the 18th century church and Dupleix’s House containing a small museum. Land at Chinsura and take rickshaws to visit the Dutch cemetery and the imposing Imambara at Hugli where you reboard your ship and cruise upstream leaving urban sprawl behind. Sail into the night to a mooring near Kalna.
  Day 3 – Kalna – Mayapur
  Land at the country town of Kalna and take cycle rickshaws to see a group of some of Bengal’s most attractive terracotta temples, as well as the unique Shiva temple. Continue on through the countryside to Mayapur, its skyline dominated by the vast new ISKCON temple. Visit on the opposite bank at Nabadwip the older and humbler temples entwined within a giant banyan tree before sailing on through the night to a mooring near Matiari.
  Day 4 – Matiari
  This morning visit the brass work village of Matiari. Later cruise on past the battlefield of Plassey, where in 1757 Clive’s defeat of Siraj-ud-Daulah changed the course of Indian history, to moor at Murshidabad.
  Day 5 – Murshidabad
  Land and travel by cycle rickshaw to the Khushbagh, a peaceful Moghul-style garden enclosing the tombs of Siraj-ud-Daulah and his family. Continue a little way upstream to visit the Nawab’s great Hazarduari Palace. Visit also the great Katra Mosque and drive out to two amazing buildings of the late 18th century, the Nashipara Palace and the Katgola Palace. Both were built in classical Georgian style by rich local merchants and represent the other side of the coin of the “White Moghul” period when English and Indian cultures came close to fusion. Overnight on the riverbank across from town.
  Day 6 – Baranagar – Jangipur
  Moor at the delightful sleepy village of Baranagar – rural India at its most idyllic. Continue up the Hugli, here a charming waterway twisting and turning between banks lined with mustard fields and mango orchards. Carry on to moor at dusk at Jangipur.
  Day 7 – Farakka Barrage
  Cruise up a long canal section to a mooring close to the Farakka Barrage. The afternoon is free. Alternatively take a full day excursion by road to Gaur, a quiet, deserted place which was once one of India’s great cities.
  Day 8 – Return to Kolkata by train
  Transfer at dawn to Farakka station for the 6 hour train journey to Kolkata. Met on arrival and transferred to central Kolkata hotel.
- Bengal Despatch 2 - 8 night Upstream
  Bengal Despatch 2
  The Holy Ganges, upstream, 8 nights
  Cruise along the main stream of the Ganges, 6 nights downstream or 8 nights upstream, between Farakka and the city of Patna. Mughal ruins at Rajmahal, East India Company relics at Patna and Monghyr, and Buddhist monuments at Boddh Gaya and elsewhere in this, the Buddha’s homeland, make for an exciting voyage.
  At Rajmahal, explore the remains of palaces, forts and mosques submerged in vegetation. Stop at idyllic Bateshwar to see fine 6th century rock carvings. Visit the impressive ruins of the 8th century Buddhist monastery of Vikramshil Sail along a stretch of the river where Gangetic Dolphin may be seen.
  At Bhagalpur, a centre of silk production, visit an 18th century mansion and a silk-weaving village. See the large Mughal fort at Monghyr, and an East India Company cemetery, now with villagers living amongst the grandiose tombs. Soak in the Sita Kund hot springs. Tour the excavated Buddhist monastery and stupa at Nalanda then on to the picturesque Pawapuri Jain temple in the middle of a lake.
  Tour
  Patna, visiting the extraordinary 18th century Gola Ghar granary, the great Sikh temple and the rich collections of the State Museum.
- Bengal Despatch 9 - 7 night Upstream
  Bengal Despatch 9
  City of Light, upstream 7 nights
  With the specially-designed new ship, ABN Rajmahal, this cruise accesses the sacred city of Varanasi. Operating only in periods of high water, when India is at its most lush and attractive, it explores untouched villages and towns of rural India along the river between Patna and Varanasi, concluding with two nights moored at Varanasi.
  At Patna visit the extraordinary 18th century Gola Ghar granary. Sail to the busy river port of Doriganj and visit the nearby archaeological site at Chirand.
  Visit Buxar, famous for the battle fought here in 1764, which, together with Plassey, laid the foundations of the British raj. Visit the memorial on the battlefield. See the imposing tomb of Lord Cornwallis, the general responsible for the British defeat at Yorktown. Visit the Buddhist site at Sarnath and the Deer Park where the Buddha preached his first sermon. Take row boats at dawn past the bathing ghats at Varanasi.
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  Prices are per person, in Australian dollars. Please confirm prices when booking.
- Price Includes:
  Upper Deck cabin with ensuite
  
  All meals and excursions
  
  Transfers as listed
  
  Indian service tax of 3.09%
  
  Not included: drinks from the bar, laundry, tips.
  All itineraries are subject to river conditions.
  Contact InterAsia for the full range of Assam Bengal Navigation Cruises.
  
  Tour prices and inclusions are based on a minimum of 2 passengers. *As Ranthambore National Park is closed each year from July to September, alternate arrangements of the passenger’s choice will be made for bookings during this time. Additionally, access to India’s National Parks may be withdrawn at short notice due to changing conservation rules.
  International airfares are not included in the tour price. Ask InterAsia for the current best value fare with our airline partners SINGAPORE AIRLINES, THAI AIRWAYS and MALAYSIA AIRLINES.
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Highlights
- The graceful women in their bright, bright saris
- Leisurely moments on deck
- Varanasi on the Ganges
Or perhaps you would prefer . .
Relaxing Backwaters 3 Days
The vibrant life of the countryside unfolds around every bend on this leisurely cruise along the backwaters of southern India.

Cochin • Alleppey
- Itinerary
  Day 1 – Cochin – Alleppey
  On arrival at Cochin airport you will be met by a local representative and transferred, without guide, on the 100 km journey to Alleppey to board your kettuvallam (houseboat) at Pallathuruthy Jetty between 11 am and 1 pm. Spend a relaxing two nights on board, cruising the palm fringed backwaters. All meals are included and expertly prepared by your very own chef. The houseboat sails during daylight and moors at a jetty for overnight. The air-conditioning operates at night only. (L,D)
  Day 2 – Cruising
  Winding along the narrow canals amongst the vast expanse of paddy fields and tiny hamlets, one can glimpse fishing nets or flocks of ducks swimming around the banks. Stop occasionally to wander through a village or just sit on deck watching the passing scene. (B,L,D)
  Day 3 – Return – Cochin
  Disembark the houseboat by 9 am at Alleppey (or Kumarakom if it fits best with your onward travel plans) and return to Cochin by car, without guide. Meet a guide who will take you on a tour of the city before a transfer to the airport for exit flight. (B)
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- Price Includes:
  2 nights houseboat accommodation
  
  All transfers and internal transportation
  
  Services of a local representative for transfers
  
  Cochin city tour, with entrance fees included. (Note, some museums/sites closed on Fridays.)
  
  Meals onboard as indicated (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  
  Depart any day. Minimum of 2 people.
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Highlights
- Two nights on a traditional houseboat
- Meals prepared by on-board chef
- Up close view of life on the river
- Occasional stops to wander through villages
Heritage of India

Depart 3 April, 2014 for twelve glorious days. Experience India’s most luxurious train – the Maharajas’ Express – as it winds its way through the stunningly varied landscapes of colourful India. Our Heritage of India tour combines a 7 night train journey with stays in 5 star hotels in Mumbai and Delhi.
Travel Exotic Asia with us

We are grateful for the opportunity to continue to share our passion for travel with you. It doesn’t matter if you prefer group travel or private journeys; or if you want budget prices or prefer to pay for the luxury touches – all our services and products are offered with the quality, reliability, personalised service and value for money that our customers have come to enjoy and expect. In short – we do all we can to deliver true excellence in travel.
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Eastern Europe Tour

Exploring the romantic and historic cities of St Petersburg, Moscow, Berlin, Prague, Budapes and Vienna. 19 day tour beginning 21 April, 2013.

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- Itinerary
  Sun 21 Apr – Arrive St Petersburg
  On arrival in St Petersburg transfer to your hotel. Afternoon free at leisure. Meet your Australian escort and fellow group members at dinner this evening in your hotel. Hotel – Novotel for 3 nights. (D)
  Mon 22 Apr – St Petersburg
  Set off for a full day sightseeing tour including view of St Petersburg University, entrance to Spas Na Krovi Cathedral, also known as “Saviour on the Blood” and “Resurrection Church”. Entrance to the Peter and Paul fortress (includes Cathedral), entrance to St Isaacs Cathedral. (B,D)
  Tue 23 Apr – St Petersburg
  Full day sightseeing tour including view of Nevsky Prospekt and entrance to the Hermitage Museum. (B,D)
  Wed 24 Apr – St Petersburg to Moscow Morning free for leisure. Transfer to the railway station to board the train to Moscow. Depart on the Moskovsky Vokzal train, 1st class seats at 13:30 (4 hour journey). On arrival in Moscow at Leningradsky Vokzal station transfer with guide to the hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. Hotel – Katerina Park for 3 nights. (B,D)
  Thu 25 Apr – Moscow
  Full day sightseeing tour includes a visit to Red Square and the Lenin Mausoleum situated on the square, entrance to St Basil’s Cathedral, entrance to the armoury chamber, entrance to the Kremlin plus Cathedrals including Assumption, Annunciation, Archangel, Deposition, and 12 Apostles Cathedrals. (B,D)
  Fri 26 Apr – Moscow
  Full day sightseeing includes riding on the Metro, visit to Arbat Street, view of Moscow University and a tour around the Kolomenskoe Estate. (B,D)
  Sat 27 Apr – Moscow to Berlin
  Early breakfast at hotel before being transferred to the airport for the flight to Berlin. On arrival in Berlin be met and transferred to the Excelsior Hotel for a 3 night stay. Balance of the day at leisure. (B,D)
  Sun 28 Apr – Berlin
  Start sightseeing including: visit to the Wall Museum, visit to Berliner Dom (Cathedral) the Pergamon Museum for 1 hour, view the Reichstag Parliament Building. (B,D)
  Mon 29 Apr – Potsdam excursion
  Full day excursion to Potsdam with guide, with entrance into the Sanssouci Park & Castle with a guided tour, entrance to Cecilienhof and garden with a guided tour. (B,D)
  Tue 30 Apr – Berlin to Prague
  Transfer to the railway station to board the Euro City train, 1st class seats for the 4½ hour journey to Prague. On arrival in Prague private transfer to the hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. Hotel for 4 nights: Moevenpick Hotel Prague (B,D)
  Wed 01 May – Prague
  Full day sightseeing including: entrance to the Castle Area, Old Royal Palace, St George Basilica, St. Vitus Cathedral, Golden Lane, visit to Wenceslas Square (Vaclavske Namesti), entrance to the Old Town Hall and Tower, visit to Charles Bridge. (B,D)
  
  Thu 02 May – Prague
  Early breakfast at hotel. Half day excursion to Terezin, concentration camp with guide. Visit the camp memorial. Afternoon free at leisure. (B,D)
  
  Fri 03 May – Prague
  Full day free at leisure. (B,D)
  
  Sat 04 May – Prague to Budapest
  Transfer to railway station for the train to Budapest in Hungary, journey time approx 7hrs. On arrival transfer
  to the city for a sightseeing tour including entrance to the Mathias Church and entrance to the fisherman’s bastion. Stay 2 nights at the Mercure Buda. (B,D)
  
  Sun 05 May – Budapest
  Full day sightseeing including view of the Citadel Gellert Hill, view of Hero’s Square with millennium monument, entrance to the national gallery (located inside the Royal Castle), one hour charter cruise on Danube River. (B,D)
  
  Mon 06 May – Budapest to Vienna
  Transfer to the Keleti train station to board the Euro City train for Vienna, 1st class seats. The journey takes approx. 2 ½ hours. On arrival at Westbahnhof in Vienna you will be transferred to your hotel for 3 nights – Europa. (B,D)
  
  Tue 07 May – Vienna
  Full day sightseeing including: entrance to Schonbrunn Palace – highlights tour -20 rooms, outside visit to Belvedere Palace, entrance to the Hofburg Silberkammer (imperial silver and porcelain collection) and entrance to the Hofburg Imperial Apartments and the “Sisi Museum”. (B,D)
  Wed 08 May – Vienna
  Full day free at leisure. (B,D) Thu 09 May – Depart Vienna Free time until transfer to the airport for exit flight. (B)
- Make a Booking
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- Departure dates and prices
  $6117 per person, twin share, land only
  $1730 single room supplement
  
  Booking and Deposit: To confirm your booking we require a completed Booking Form and a non refundable deposit of $330 per person.
  The balance of tour payment is due 60 days before departure.
  General Price Conditions: The tour price is based on a minimum of 10 passengers.
  Visa: Australian passport holders require a visa to visit Russia.
  Prices are per person, in Australian dollars. Updated 09 May 12. Please confirm prices when booking.
- Price Includes:
  Escorted by an InterAsia representative from Australia
  
  4* hotels, staying 3 nts St Petersburg, 3 nts Moscow, 3 nts Berlin, 4 nts Prague,
  
  2 nts Budapest, and 3 nts Vienna.
  
  Breakfast and dinner daily. Breakfast are hot buffet/full breakfasts at the hotel.
  
  Dinners are 3 or 4 courses at your hotel or local restaurants.
  
  All touring as shown, in private vehicles with English speaking guides,
  
  including entrance fees
  
  Private vehicles for transfers
  
  Porterage of one piece of luggage per person, where available
  
  First class train journeys
  
  Economy class flight Moscow to Berlin, including taxes.
China Family Holidays

Pandas, kite flying in Beijing, cycling on quiet country roads diverse cultures and magnificent scenery can all be arranged for the discerning family looking for a unique holiday in China.
Whilst family groups are always welcome to join any of InterAsia’s small group journeys, we have found that most families prefer a tailor made itinerary when visiting China. The flexibility provided by having their own air conditioned vehicles with experienced drivers and English speaking guides just to look after them, and an InterAsia itinerary designed to include just the things they want to enjoy as a family, are features of private family arrangements that have attracted more and more families to explore the many wonders of China with InterAsia.
InterAsia’s consultants will work closely with families and/or their agent to design their own holiday.
Typical family oriented itineraries may include:
Opportunities to fly kites with the locals in Tiananmen Square, or to take a pedal boat out on the lake at the Summer Palace in Beijing;
Ride a cable car to a high vantage point on the Great Wall near Beijing, then come back down by an exciting toboggan ride;
See the mighty Terracotta Army and ride bicycles around the old city wall in Xian;
Visit Guilin and experience firsthand the skills of the cormorant fishermen followed by a cruise along the amazingly scenic Li River to Yangshou;
While in Yangshou, cycle through beautiful scenery and enjoy lunch with a farmer’s family during the day, then witness an inspiring cultural show with over 600 performers in the evening;
Visit regions of Yunnan Province and interact with some on the many colorful minority groups;
Take in the stunning beauty of the Nine Villages Valley and dine with a Tibetan family in the evening;
And what family can ignore the amazing Pandas – best enjoyed at the Panda Breeding Facility in Chengdu where, by making a donation to the work of preserving these amazing creatures, you can even experience a Panda close up and personal!
These are just a few of the ideas that can be woven into a very personal family exploration of China – InterAsia take great delight in tailoring travel solutions that simply work! You can choose reliable three star hotels for the more budget conscious or explore China in the lap of luxury with a great selection of five star hotels – the options available are almost endless! Prices will vary depending on tour arrangements selected.
For your next family holiday in China, have your agent contact InterAsia to design your own family adventure.
Mekong Heritage Line Cruises

Inspired by the golden age of cruising, The Jayavarman marries avant-garde French colonial design with enchanting Indochine architecture. The Jahan, launched in October, 2011, has a British Indian colonial theme design. Both of these boutique ships offer expansive and carefully designed staterooms with private balconies and matchless luxury.
The Lost Civilisation – 8 days Saigon to Siem Reap or v.v.
A classic and captivating Mekong River journey exploring the glorious past, featuring cultural heritage, royal architecture, ancient traditions and insights into rural Vietnam and Cambodia.
From the well known to the rarely visited the ports of call include Saigon, Cai Be, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Kampong Cham, and Siem Reap.
There are fortnightly departures on a Saturday between Saigon and Siem Reap, upstream and downstream on either The Jayavarman or The Jahan. The cruise program varies according to river levels. A High Water program generally operates from July to mid December and a Low Water program from mid December to late June.
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  Contact InterAsia for 2013 cruise prices.
  Prices vary during the year according to the cruise company’s seasons. They include accommodation, all meals, all excursions, entrance fees, transportation, and port taxes.
  Contact us for details of the range of shorter Jayavarman and Jahan cruises to tempt you.
Bengal Ganga River Cruises

CRUISING THE HOLY RIVER – No river in the world plays a more important cultural, economic or social role in the lives of more people than the Ganges. The spiritual heart of Hinduism, the Ganges and its banks are strewn with fascinating cities, pilgrimage sites, villages, mountains and forests.
There is no better way to visit deep inside India than taking a boutique cruise on the Ganges in the comfort of an original steamer-like boat.
Our comprehensive programs include overnight stays before and after the cruise in specially chosen luxury five star hotels, such as the Oberoi Grand in Kolkata and the Taj Gateway in Varanasi, that match the concept of the colonial steamer.

Incredibly On The Ganges
13 days (9 nights cruising / 3 nights in hotels)
Regular departures throughout 2011 & 2012.
Upstream: Calcutta (Kolkata) | Kalna | Matiari | Murshidabad | Jangipur | Farakka | Raj Mahal | Karagola | Bateshwarsthan | Sultanganj | Munger | Nalanda | Bodhgaya | Varanasi
Downstream: Varanasi | Bodhgaya | Nalanda | Munger | Sultanganj | Bateshwarsthan | Karagola | Raj Mahal | Farakka | Jangipur | Murshidabad | Matiari | Kalna | Calcutta (Kolkata)
The “Bengal Yatra” Short Cruise
7 days (4 nights cruising / 2 nights in hotels)
Regular departures throughout 2011 & 2012.
Upstream: Calcutta (Kolkata) | Kalna | Matiari | Murshidabad | Jangipur | Farakka | Back to Calcutta (Kolkata) by train
Downstream: Calcutta (Kolkata) to Farakka by train | Jangipur | Murshidabad | Matiari | Kalna | Calcutta (Kolkata)
The “Ganga Yatra” Short Cruise
10 days (5 nights cruising / 4 nights in hotels)
Regular departures throughout 2011 & 2012.
Upstream: Calcutta (Kolkata) by train to Jangipur | Farakka | Raj Mahal | Karagola | Bateshwarsthan | Sultanganj | Munger | Nalanda | Bodhgaya | Varanasi
Downstream: Varanasi | Bodhgaya | Nalanda | Munger | Sultanganj | Bateshwarsthan | Karagola | Raj Mahal | Farakka | Jangipur to Calcutta (Kolkata) by train
Highlights include:
- Early morning rickshaw ride to the Rajbari temple complex in Kalna
- Visit a unique brass making village
- Reminiscences of the establishment of the East India Company
- Battlefield of Plassey where Robert Clive defeated the Mogul Nawab
- Fine examples of Bengal terracotta art in the temples of Barangar
- Crossing lock gates and canals that regulate the flow of the Ganges water into Bangladesh and India
- Ruins of Rajmahal, founded by Mogul Emperor Akbar as capital of Bengal in 1592
- Rich bird life and cranes of the Karagola area
- Vikramashila Buddhist University established in the late 8th century
- Vikramashila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary
- Visit to Bihar School of Yoga
- 5th century ruins at Nalanda
- Bodhgaya, an important and sacred
- Buddhist pilgrimage centre
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  Cruise price excludes: Crew gratuities, port taxes, visas, laundry, and imported drinks.
  Additional pre and post cruise accommodation is available on request.
  Bengal Ganga river cruises are essentially an outdoor experience. Whilst the staterooms are very comfortable, passengers prefer to spend their time sitting outside, on the promenade decks or on the large observation deck above. The atmosphere on board is informal and relaxed. The dining room serves Indian and European styled meals, with a sumptuous buffet for breakfast and lunch, and table service for dinner.
  Exploratory shore excursions are led by expert local guides.
  Staterooms are teak lined with brass marine fittings. All are air conditioned, with en-suite, safe, writing desk, hair dryer, bathrobe and slippers. Each cabin has deck space with rattan chairs and table outside the cabin.
Pandaw Cruises through Asia

A river cruise on a Pandaw boat offers a practical and comfortable way of exploring the heart of South East Asia, visiting the principal sites and exploring well off the beaten track.
On the Mekong Delta make side trips by country boat through the back waters overhung with palms. In Myanmar, cruise the Irrawaddy River to the breathtaking Bagan Plain dotted with thousands of temples built in a period of great religious fervour. In Borneo journey into the lush jungles to see what the locals are up to in their remote villages.

Vietnam • Cambodia • Myanmar • Malaysia

MEKONG CRUISES
Mekong Exploration – between Siem Reap and Saigon or v.v.
7 nights
Regular departures throughout 2012 and 2013
MYANMAR CRUISES
The Irrawaddy: 600 miles and see all Burma
14 nights
Regular departures throughout 2012 and 2013
The Golden Land:
Mandalay – Pagan – Prome
10 nights
Regular departures from September 2012 onwards
Chindwin & Upper Irrawaddy:
see remotest Burma
20 nights
Two departures: 01 Sep 12 and 03 Sep 12
Monsoon Cruise
From Pyay to Kalay –
14 nights
One departure: 20 Aug 12
BORNEO CRUISES
Into the Heart of Borneo
Sibu to Sibu, along the Rajang River in Sarawak.
8 nights aboard the RV Orient Pandaw
Regular departures throughout 2012
Borneo – River and Mountain
5 nights aboard the RV Orient Pandaw
Regular departures throughout 2012
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  Pandaw cruise prices: subject to seasonality and exchange rates at time of booking. Check with InterAsia for a price for your selected cruise.
  Includes: Cabin accommodation, all meals on-board, tea, brewed coffee and locally made soft and alcoholic drinks, entrance fees, guide services (in English) crew gratuities.
  Excludes: Port taxes, visas, laundry, imported drinks, coffee at the bar.
  Pre and post cruise accommodation is available on request.
  Pandaw river cruises are essentially an outdoor experience. Whilst the staterooms are very comfortable and roomy, passengers prefer to spend their time sitting outside, on the promenade decks or on the large observation deck above. The atmosphere on board is informal and relaxed. The dining room serves buffet breakfast and lunch with the sides of the boat open to the air. Dinner of local cuisine is served at table in air conditioned comfort.
  Exploratory shore excursions are led by expert local guides.
  Staterooms are teak paneled with brass marine fittings. All are air conditioned, and include safe, writing desk and hair dryer. The upper and main deck cabins have deck space with chairs and table outside the cabin. Pandaw Spa – Each Pandaw now has a spa area where expert therapists offer a variety of treatments.
Yangtze Experience

A cruise is a relaxing and fascinating way to explore the mighty Yangtze River. With a range of cruise ships sailing daily there’s sure to be a cruise to suit your holiday or business schedule.

Yichang • Yangtze River cruise • Chongqing
- Itinerary
  Day 1 – Arrive Yichang
  You will be met on arrival at Yichang airport and transferred to the wharf to board your five star Yangtze River cruise ship. Settle in and become familiar with the ship’s facilities and sailing schedule (they may differ slightly to the cruise described below). Accommodation is in twin or double bedded cabins with en-suite and balcony. All meals, entertainment and shore excursions are included.
  Day 2 – Cruising
  Visit the massive Three Gorges Dam – the largest engineering project of modern times. View first hand the complex lock systems used for moving large vessels up and downstream and gain some insight into the impact of this project on the nations’ economy and people. Sail through the first of the famous Three Gorges, Xiling Gorge. (B,L,D)
  Day 3 – Cruising
  Board smaller boats for an excursion to the Lesser Three Gorges, or the Shennong Stream, depending on the cruise schedule. Be transported through twisting river vistas of towering cliffs and tumbling waters, interspersed with glimpses of farm life and small villages. Back on board your cruise ship, sail through the Wu and Qutang Gorges (B,L,D)
  Day 4 – Cruising
  The shore excursion today is to the striking wooden structure on the cliff face at Shibaozhai, or perhaps the ‘Ghost City’ of Fengdu with its temple devoted to the king of the underworld. (B,L,D)
  Day 5 – Chongqing
  Your cruise ends with disembarkation at Chongqing this morning. You will be met at the wharf and transferred to the airport for your exit flight. (B)
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  Shore excursions included daily
  
  Onboard activities such as themed dinners, demonstrations and lectures
  
  Four star hotels and five star cruise ship as listed, or similar.
  
  All transfers, internal transportation and flights
  
  Daily sightseeing as listed, with entrance fees included
  
  Experienced local English speaking guides
  
  National Chinese guide
  
  Meals as listed (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner) plus a glass of beer or bottled water with lunch and dinner
  
  Evening entertainment as listed
  
  Porterage of one suitcase at hotels
  
  Chinese airport and airline taxes and fuel surcharges
  
  Hotel service charges and taxes
  
  InterAsia China guidebook, one per couple or single traveller
  
  InterAsia travel bag
  
  Tour prices and inclusions based on a minimum of 10 passengers.
  International airfares are not included in the tour price. Ask InterAsia for the current best value fare with our airline partners SINGAPORE AIRLINES, THAI AIRWAYS, and MALAYSIA AIRLINES.
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China in Style 15 Days

A tour of the places and sights most travellers wish to have incorporated in their China itinerary! From the grandeur of Beijing, to the Great Wall, the Warriors of Xian, the mighty Yangtze and beautiful Li Rivers, to the bustling, modern city of Shanghai; it will all be experienced on this tour.

Beijing • Great Wall • Xian • Chengdu • Lijiang • Guilin • Li River cruise • Yangshuo • Yangtze River cruise • Shanghai
- Itinerary and Tour Map
  Day 1 – Arrive Beijing
  Arrive Beijing this afternoon and transfer to the Tiantan Hotel for a four night stay. (D)
  Day 2 – Beijing
  Today you will visit the famous sights of Beijing including the majestic Forbidden City, Tian’anmen Square, and the Temple of Heaven. In the evening attend a performance of the Chinese Kongfu Show. (B,L,D)
  Day 3 – Great Wall excursion
  Travel north from the city to the Great Wall of China. Visit the section known as Badaling Remnant, a little way off the usual tourist route, and known for its beautiful natural setting. You can walk on top of the wall and appreciate the scale of this remarkable structure as it snakes down valleys and along ridge lines as far as the eye can see. On the way back to Beijing stop at the Ming Tombs to stroll along the Sacred Way lined with animal statues, and learn about the craft of cloisonné at a local factory. (B,L,D)
  Day 4 – Beijing
  Be delighted by the antics of the Pandas at Beijing Zoo before experiencing the graceful gardens and lakeside setting of the Summer Palace. See the Olympic Village, and this evening enjoy a Beijing speciality – a Peking Duck Banquet. (B,L,D)
  Day 5 – Beijing – Xian
  In the morning tour the Hutongs, Beijing’s ancient, narrow streets, by rickshaw, then transfer to the airport for a flight to Xian. On arrival check in to the Grand New World Hotel for a two night stay. Walk on the imposing City Wall this afternoon. (B,L in-flight,D)
  Day 6 – Xian
  Today you will see another amazing sight; the Terracotta Warriors and Horses still standing in battle formation as placed 2000 years ago. Included is a full circle movie presentation providing the historical perspective for the main exhibition halls where excavation and restoration work is on going. Later visit the remains of the 6,000 year old Banpo Village before ending the day with a traditional Dumpling Dinner whilst being entertained by the colourful Tang Dance Show. (B,L,D)
  Day 7 – Xian – Guilin
  This morning visit the Shaanxi Provincial Museum, one of the best museums in China, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Muslim Quarter. Fly to Guilin late afternoon and check into the Bravo Hotel for a two night stay. On the drive from the airport you will begin to see some of the beautiful limestone peaks for which the area is famed. (B,L,D)
  Day 8 – Guilin
  Tour the colourfully lit Reed Flute Caves, visit a local art gallery, climb Fubo Hill and see landmark Elephant Trunk Hill. (B,L,D)
  Day 9 – Li River Cruise
  Cruise the unique Li River, twisting and turning through incredibly beautiful scenery. Disembark at the market town of Yangshuo and spend the afternoon enjoying the picturesque countryside by electric cart. This evening see the “Impressions of Sister Liu”, a spectacular show staged on the river. Stay overnight at the New Century Hotel. (B,L,D)
  Day 10 – Yangshuo – Chongqing
  Transfer back to Guilin airport for a flight to Chongqing on the Yangtze River. Tour the city visiting Erling Park and Ciqikou Ancient Town before boarding your five star cruise boat, the MV President No. 1, for a three night Yangtze River cruise. All cabins on board this luxurious vessel have their own balconies. All meals, entertainment and shore excursions are included. Settle in and become familiar with the ship’s facilities and sailing schedule, which may differ slightly to the cruise described below. (B,L,D)
  Day 11 – Yangtze River Cruise
  The shore excursion today is to the striking wooden structure on the cliff face at Shibaozhai, or perhaps the ‘Ghost City’ of Fengdu with its temple devoted to the king of the underworld. Sail through Qutang Gorge, the first of the famous Three Gorges. (B,L,D)
  Day 12 – Yangtze River Cruise
  Shore excursion to Shennon Stream (or Lesser Three Gorges), pass Wu Gorge, and cross the five step ship lock during the night. (B,L,D)
  Day 13 – Yichang – Suzhou
  Visit the Yangtze Dam and pass through Xiling Gorge, the last of the Three Gorges. Disembark the ship late this morning at Yichang and transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai and a coach transfer to Suzhou, famous for its silk production, exquisite gardens and traditional canal living. Stay two nights at the Garden Hotel. (B,L in-flight,D)
  Day 14 – Suzhou
  Visit Tongli, an ancient canal town, stroll through the Lingering Garden, and marvel at the fine work at the Silk Embroidery Institute. (B,L,D)
  Day 15 – Suzhou – Shanghai
  Cruise the small canals of Suzhou seeing stone houses and arched bridges. See highly skilled textile work at the Silk Factory, then travel to Shanghai, staying two nights at the Bund Riverside Hotel. See the city lights on an evening Huangpu River Cruise (B,L,D)
  Day 16 – Shanghai
  Start the day with a panoramic view over the city from the top of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Learn about Shanghai’s development from a small village to the present metropolis at the History Museum at the base of the tower. Stroll along the Bund, and in the evening attend an acrobatic show. (B,L,D)
  Day 17 – Depart Shanghai
  Free until transfer to the airport this afternoon for exit flight. (B)
- Group departure dates and prices
  
  There are no Pricing Tables defined.
- Price Includes:
  Four star hotels and five star cruise ship as listed, or similar.
  
  All transfers, internal transportation and flights
  
  Daily sightseeing as listed, with entrance fees included
  
  Experienced local English speaking guides
  
  National Chinese guide
  
  Meals as listed (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner) plus a glass of beer or bottled water with lunch and dinner
  
  Evening entertainment as listed
  
  Porterage of one suitcase at hotels
  
  Chinese airport and airline taxes and fuel surcharges
  
  Hotel service charges and taxes
  
  InterAsia China guidebook, one per couple or single traveller
  
  InterAsia travel bag
  
  Tour prices and inclusions based on a minimum of 10 passengers.
  
  International airfares are not included in the tour price. Ask InterAsia for the current best value fare with our airline partners SINGAPORE AIRLINES, THAI AIRWAYS, and MALAYSIA AIRLINES.
India in Style 17 Days

Stay in world renowned luxury hotels and palaces, dine like royalty, and experience one of the world’s great train journeys on the opulent Maharajas’ Express. What more could one desire?
Mumbai • Udaipur • Jodhpur • Jaipur • Delhi • Agra • Gwalior • Khajuraho • Bandhavgarh National Park • Varanasi • Lucknow
- Itinerary and Tour Map
  Day 1 – Arrive Mumbai
  Arrive Mumbai where you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the legendary Taj Mahal Palace & Towers for a two night stay. (D)
  Day 2 – Mumbai
  Enjoy a morning excursion by ferry to the Elephanta Caves, a series of rock-cut cave temples. Lunch is at Khyber Restaurant situated in the heart of Mumbai’s art district. Take a city tour visiting Gateway of India, Mumbai’s principle landmark, the Aquarium, Jain Temple, Hanging Gardens on the slopes of Malabar Hill, and Dhobi Ghat. (B,L,D)
  Day 3 – Mumbai to Udaipur
  Fly to Udaipur, the “City of Lakes”. Transfer to the magical Taj Lake Palace Hotel for a two night stay. (B,L,D)
  Day 4 – Udaipur
  Explore the courtyards, corridors and gardens of the City Palace. Afternoon at leisure before an evening cruise on Lake Pichola, a picturesque lake surrounded by hills, palaces and bathing ghats. (B,L,D)
  Day 5 – Udaipur to Jodhpur
  Travel by road to Jodhpur, a day-long journey, stopping enroute for lunch and to visit the beautiful Jain Temples at Ranakpur. In Jodhpur stay two nights at the art deco styled Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace. (B,L,D)
  Day 6 – Jodhpur
  On a city tour visit magnificent Mehrangarh, one of Rajasthan’s finest forts. Still run by the Maharaja of Jodhpur, this impressive and formidable structure houses a fabulous collection of trappings of Indian royalty including a superb collection of miniature paintings, musical instruments, costumes and furniture. Also visit the memorial cenotaph of Jaswant Thada. Travel by jeep to nearby villages of the Bishnois, a hard working and hospitable tribal community. See village folk in their rustic and traditional attire, women clad in their ancestral silver jewellery. (B,L,D)
  Day 7 – Jodhpur – Jaipur
  Morning at leisure before transferring to the airport for a flight to Jaipur. On arrival in the “Pink City”, transfer to the stately Taj Rambagh Palace for a two night stay. (B,L,D)
  Day 8 – Jaipur
  An exciting day awaits you as you drive to the ancient capital of Amer to see the fabulous Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur city. Mount an elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate. Tour the chambers and hallways of the palace, famous for the excellence of its design and decoration. Lunch follows a cooking demonstration at Spice Court boasting an array of traditional Indian curries. The City Palace Museum is visited in the afternoon, along with the Jantar Mantar Observatory and the Hawa Mahal, a five-storey wonder with latticed screens, domes and spires. (B,L,D)
  Day 9 – Jaipur to Delhi
  Drive on to Delhi where a dining treat awaits with lunch at the Olive Beach Restaurant, a Mediterranean inspired rustic hideaway. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Stay two nights at the Imperial Hotel. (B,L,D)
  Day 10 – Delhi
  Tour Old and New Delhi, visiting Raj Ghat – the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi, and the Red Fort, built at the pinnacle of the Mogul empire. From here proceed in bicycle rickshaws through the bustling streets to the large mosque, Jama Masjid. Visit Qutab Minar and Humayun’s Tomb, and drive past the Parliament buildings. (B,L,D)
  Day 11 – Board the Maharajas’ Express to Agra
  Early morning transfer to the Railway Station to board the Maharajas’ Express luxury train for the six night Classical India journey. Enjoy a leisurely brunch on board as you travel through picturesque countryside, arriving into the ‘City of Mughal Splendour’ Agra. Disembark and explore the spectacular monuments of the city including the unrivalled Taj Mahal. Partake in high tea atop the Taj Khema, sipping champagne as you admire the Taj Mahal at sunset. Return to the train for dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)
  Day 12 – Gwalior
  Over breakfast onboard admire the passing landscape of dramatic ravines and undulating sandy hills interspersed with rich fields. Late morning arrival into the royal city of Gwalior. Lunch is at the 120 year old Usha Kiran Palace before a tour of mighty Gwalior Fort. A grand finale to the day is a tour of the opulent Jai Vilas Palace followed by a supper of the finest delicacies from the royal kitchens. (B,L,D)
  Day 13 – Orchha – Khajuraho
  The train continues on to the bejewelled town of Orchha. Visit Jahangiri Mahal, a striking feature of which is the sandstone walls embellished with lapis lazuli tiles and ornate screens. Journey on to Khajuraho, a city renowned for its architecture and exquisite sculptures. Tour some of the magnificent World Heritage listed temples.
  In the evening a Son-et-Lumière evokes the life and times of the great Chandela Kings. Return to the comfort of the train for overnight. (B,L,D)
  Day 14 – Bandhavgarh National Park
  As you enjoy breakfast the train rolls into Umaria, stepping off point for Bandhavgarh National Park. With the highest known density of tigers, the park was the former hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Rewa. Animals such as deers, langurs, sloth bears and exotic birds can also be found here. Explore the park on a jeep safari on the lookout for tigers. (B,L,D)
  Day 15 – Varanasi
  Travel on through jungles and rich agricultural fields to Varanasi. One of the oldest living cities in the world, Varanasi has a spiritual legacy of over 3000 years. It epitomizes the chaos and colour of India. Lively bazaars, bright silks, festivals, temples, mosques and palaces – all can be found here. Visit the ancient ruins of Sarnath, and take an evening cruise on the sacred Ganges, witnessing evening aarti at the ghats. (B,L,D)
  Day 16 – Lucknow
  Traverse Uttar Pradesh enroute to Lucknow, fabled ‘City of Nawabs’. Explore the British imperial history at the Residency and tour other architectural wonders. The afternoon is at leisure either on the train or in Lucknow’s bustling markets. Dinner this evening is typical of the traditional hospitality of the Royal Houses, celebrating an ‘Indian Evening’ with mesmerising music, dance and culinary delights. (B,L,D)
  Day 17 – Depart Delhi
  Disembark the Maharajas’ Express in Delhi after breakfast. You will be met and transferred to the Hotel Taj Palace for day use of the room and a Farewell Dinner before transfer to the airport for evening flights home. (B,D)
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  Departure date: Twin share Single Sup.
  30 Dec 10 $17480 $10865
  20 Jan 11 $16932 $10317
  10 Feb 11 $16932 $10317
  03 Mar 11 $16932 $10317
  24 Mar 11 $16932 $10317
  06 Oct 11 $17344 $10658
  03 Nov 11 $17612 $10926
  01 Dec 11 $17344 $10658
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  Accommodation in luxury 5 star hotels and palaces
  Luxury train journey for 6 nights
  All transfers and internal transportation and flights
  Services of local English speaking guides for sightseeing tours
  Sightseeing as listed, with entrance fees included
  Meals as indicated (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner) including fine dining in some of India’s best restaurants
  Hotel service charges and taxes
  InterAsia travel bag
  Tour prices and inclusions are based on a minimum of 2 passengers.
Imperial Beijing 8 Days

A tour of Beijing like no other! The very best selection of restaurants, showcasing the finest Chinese cuisine, against a backdrop of all that makes Beijing such a fascinating cultural icon – a city steeped in history but leading the world of today.

Beijing • Great Wall
- Itinerary and Tour Map
  Day 1 – Arrive Beijing
  Meet your guide on arrival at Beijing Airport for the transfer to the centrally located, 5 star Legendale Hotel for an indulgent four night stay.
  Day 2 – Gate of Heavenly Peace
  Begin with a visit to Tian’anmen Square, the world’s largest open public space, before walking under Chairman Mao’s iconic portrait into the depths of the Forbidden City. Home of the Ming and Qing Imperial families from 1492 until the Last Emperor Puyi left in 1925, you’ll be amazed by the size and majesty of the magnificent architecture.
  After a buffet Lunch at the Blue and White Porcelain Restaurant, visit the UNESCO heritage listed Temple of Heaven – here Emperors consulted the gods, prayed for good harvests and received their mandate to rule. You will also have the opportunity for a private Tai Chi lesson in this tree-covered ancient Garden. Spend the rest of the afternoon on the ruins of Beijing’s original city wall and take in some contemporary Chinese art at a studio located in the last remaining watchtower and run by Australian, Brian Wallace.
  Dinner this evening will be taken in pavilions on Hortensia Island in Beihai Park. Here former chefs from the Forbidden City founded a restaurant in 1925 called ‘Emulating the Imperial Table’. Sample a lavish Manchu or Chinese banquet and taste dishes served to China’s political leaders. (B,L,D)
  Day 3 – Tombs, Temples and tradition
  Depart early to visit the Olympic Green including the Australian designed Water Cube and the beguiling Bird’s Nest. After time to explore, lunch will be at Da Zhai Men Restaurant – you will feel like you’ve travelled back in time to the Qing dynasty as this restaurant represents the top level of imperial food including “Palace Dish”, “Guanfu Dish” and their own uniquely styled ” Baifu Dish”. After lunch, travel to the north of Beijing to the resting place of Empresses, Emperors and their concubines in the picturesque Ming Tombs. Walk the Sacred Way and marvel at exquisite marble sculptures depicting pairs of mythical animals guarding the imperial mausoleum.
  End the day with an unforgettable meal in the ever expanding courtyard restaurant Huajia Yiyuan located among the red lanterns of Ghost Street. Watch local performers or take a quiet seat in the rear courtyards and sample some home style cooking at its best. (B,L,D)
  Day 4 – High Art and Hidden Lanes
  The morning begins with a tour of Beijing’s rapidly disappearing hutongs (lane ways) around the back lakes of the Forbidden City – these were once home to princes, eunuchs and imperial servants. Take a pedicab through the narrow streets before stepping off to the Yuan dynasty marble bridge that was once part of the Grand Canal. Visiting Madam Song Qingling’s residence where the Last Emperor, Puyi, was born.
  After hunting for some eclectic bargains in laneway boutiques at Nanluogu Xiang, lunch is at Han Cang Restaurant on the edge of the lakes. This restaurant features the hard to find Hakka cuisine of China’s southern coastal nomads – enjoy their famous foil baked fish and salt baked prawns that will bring on a mighty thirst. In the afternoon, visit the Yonghegong Lama Temple where Tibetan Buddhism is still practiced in Beijing, and also the nearby Confucian Temple. Next, visit the 798 Arts District where contemporary artists have set up studios and small galleries in a former factory designed by East German architects – see how industry and art are still joined together as neighbours and take home some unique souvenirs.
  Complete the day with four regional cuisines at Xi He Ya Ju Restaurant serving Sichuan, Shandong, Cantonese, and Huaiyang dishes. The tasty ganbian sijidou (stir-fried green beans), mapou doufu (spicy bean curd) and gongbao jiding (chicken with peanuts) are all great choices. (B,L,D)
  Day 5 – Wall – Wall Wonders
  Pack your bags for an overnight stay with a difference. Travel out to the remote Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China and upon arrival, visit a delightful weathered farmhouse surrounded by orchards. Eat simple but delicious hand pulled noodles in the shadow of the Great Wall before moving off the beaten track through wild farm country of the Manchurian foothills past breathtaking scenery to un-restored sections of the Wall, dating back to the first emperor Qin Shihhuangdi and Ming Emperor Wan Li. Stay overnight at Beijing’s first eco-resort, the Red Capital Ranch, and grab the rare opportunity to see the sun rise and set over the Great Wall. Sample wild gourmet cuisine in a former imperial Manchurian hunting lodge and soothe your soul with Tibetan tea after an exhilarating day on the Wall. (B,L,D)
  Day 6 – Great Wall and Beyond
  A leisurely morning to catch up on some sleep or to further explore the incredible Great Wall, perhaps before the sunrise! In the afternoon, transfer back to the fabulous Legendale Hotel for a further two nights. Spend the late afternoon bargaining for antiques in the restored Qing Street, Liulichang – followed by a magnificent Beijing dining experience at the Capital M. Capital M’s creative food and striking interior design reflect both contemporary good taste and a certain cheeky flair, offering diners an unforgettable combination of delicious, simply good food that is a collection of classics and nostalgic favourites, combined with an iconic view of Beijing in stunning ambience and warm, professional service. (B,D)
  Day 7 – Old and New
  In the morning, visit the Zoo to see the Giant Panda before taking a pleasant stroll in the grounds of the Summer Palace, built as an exclusive retreat by the Empress Dowager Cixi. You’ll be impressed by the ornate temples, pavilions, and covered corridors set amidst a manicured landscape which reflects the refinement of this fallen matriarch. Buffet lunch will be served today at Beijing CTS Plaza Hotel before an afternoon at leisure to shop at the Silk Market. End the day with traditional Peking Duck served in a restored Ming dynasty imperial granary – continually voted as the best duck in Beijing, Dadong Roast Duck delivers divine duck cooked over fruit scented firewood with an endless choice of condiments. (B,L,D)
  Day 8 – Depart Beijing
  Drive past some of the city’s amazing architecture en route to Beijing Airport and your flight home. (B)
- Group departure dates and prices
  There are no Pricing Tables defined.
- Price Includes:
  Hotel accommodation
  Airport transfers and all internal transportation
  Sightseeing as listed, with English speaking guides and all entrance fees included
  Meals as indicated (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  Evening entertainment as listed
  Porterage of one suitcase at hotels
  Hotel service charges and taxes
  Sole traveller prices apply for one person travelling on their own and staying in a single room. The Single Supplement applies when two or more people travel together and a single room is required. Note: Red Capital Ranch is closed December to March.
  International airfares are not included in the tour price. Ask InterAsia for the current best value fare with our airline partners SINGAPORE AIRLINES, THAI AIRWAYS and MALAYSIA AIRLINES.
Sabah Wildlife Trail

Orang utans, orchids and kingfishers – the rich array of Sabah’s natural wonders are presented on this tour, combined with a relaxing stay at a beach resort.

Kota Kinabalu • Sandakan • Kinabatangan River
- Itinerary
  Day 1 – Arrive Kota Kinabalu
  Upon arrival at the airport you will be met by a local representative and transferred to Tuaran Beach for a four night stay at the Nexus Resort & Spa in a deluxe panorama room.
  Day 2 – Kota Kinabalu
  Urban allure meets rural charm as you set off to discover Sabah, starting with a morning tour through its capital, Kota Kinabalu (KK). See its many places of interests such as the Wisma Tun Mustapha, University Malaysia Sabah, its state and city mosque, a Chinese temple and Sabah Museum (closed on Fridays), and stop at Signal Hill for a spectacular bird’s eye view of KK and the nearby islands. (B)
  Day 3 – Kinabalu Park – Poring
  A day tour takes you into the mountainous Crocker Range and Kinabalu Park, the site of Mount Kinabalu, South East Asia’ highest peak. The park is a haven for nature enthusiasts with an incredible diversity of flora and fauna. On arrival, enjoy a guided nature trek along one of the many trails in the park, and a canopy walk, before proceeding to Poring Hot Springs for the opportunity for an invigorating dip into its hot sulphur springs. Visit Ranau Memorial Park which was one of the stops for the POWs during the tragic Death March. (B,L)
  Day 4 – Tuaran Beach
  Today is a free day to enjoy the facilities at your beach resort. (B)
  Day 5 – Sepilok Orang Utan – Sandakan
  Come face to face with nature in this orang utan adventure that takes you to the other side of Borneo. Board a plane for historic Sandakan, one of Sabah’s earliest settlements, where you can visit the Sepilok Forest Reserve where young, orphaned or captured orang utans are rehabilitated into the wild. Lunch is at the charming English Tea House overlooking Sandakan, followed by a tour of Sandakan visiting the market, Chinese temple and deeply moving Sandakan War Memorial. Stay overnight at the Sabah Hotel. (B,L)
  Day 6 – Sandakan – Sukau
  Check out of the hotel and transfer by road to Sukau. Stop briefly at Gomantong Cave, famous for its bird’s nests. Check in at Discovery River Lodge. Relax by the river before embarking by an evening boat up-river along the Kinabatangan, Sabah’s longest river, with the opportunity to view wildlife and birds in virgin mangrove and rainforest habitats. Search for some of the primates species, including proboscis monkeys as they settle down on treetops. (B,L,D)
  Day 7 – Sukau – Sandakan
  Wake up to the calls of birds, insects and animals. Take a sunrise cruise up the Kinabatangan River and onto Kelenanap Ox Bow Lake for bird watching. Return to the lodge for breakfast and then transfer to Sandakan airport for your departure flight. (B)
- departure dates and prices
  Depart daily                     Twin   Single   Sole
  Share    Room    Traveller
  $1584   $1050   $2928
- Price Includes:
  Accommodation in 5* & 4* hotels and basic river lodge as listed
  Meals as listed (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  Transfers and sightseeing tours as listed on a seat-in-coach basis with an English speaking driver-guide, including entrance fees.
  Domestic flight Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan, airport taxes and charges
  Sole traveller prices apply for one person travelling on their own and staying in a single room. The Single room price applies when two or more people travel together and a single room is required.

Vietnam Free & Easy 14 Days

A slower paced tour with free time to meander and explore on your own, interspersed with tours to the places of major interest. Relax and discover Vietnam at your own pace.

Hanoi • Halong Bay • Hue • Hoi An • Nha Trang • Saigon

Itinerary and Tour Map
Day 1 – Arrive Hanoi
You will be met on arrival at Hanoi airport and transferred by private vehicle, without guide, to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. Stay two nights in Hanoi.
Day 2 – Hanoi
A free day in Hanoi, or take an optional city tour – prices on request. (B)
Day 3 – Hanoi – Halong Bay
A highlight of your visit to Vietnam is sure to be your overnight cruise on Halong Bay. Morning coach transfer to Halong and on arrival board your boat for a cruise among the rocky limestone islands in the emerald waters of Halong Bay. Seafood lunch and dinner are served on board. Stay overnight on the cruise boat, in cabins with en-suite. (B,L,D)
Day 4 – Halong Bay – Hanoi
Further cruising around the Halong Bay this morning. Disembark at Halong and return to Hanoi and your hotel by coach. (B)
Day 5 – Hanoi – Hue
Morning transfer, without guide, to Hanoi airport for the flight to Hue. On arrival, a private car without-guide transfer to your hotel. Spend two nights in Hue. (B)
Day 6 – Hue
Morning guided tour of Hue including the Citadel and the imperial tomb of Tu Duc. Balance of the day free at leisure. (B)
Day 7 – Hue to Hoi An
Morning depart by private car for the guided drive to Hoi An. En route visit the Cham Museum, Marble Mountain and China Beach. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the ancient town centre to visit the former merchant’s houses, the 400 year old Japanese Covered Bridge and colourful silk and antique shops. Spend two nights in Hoi An. (B)
Day 8 – Hoi An
A free day in Hoi An, or take an optional tour to My Son – prices on request. (B)
Day 9 – Hoi An – Danang – Nha Trang
Morning private transfer, without a guide, to Danang airport for the flight to Nha Trang. On arrival, take a private transfer, without guide, to your hotel. Spend two nights in Nha Trang. (B)
Day 10 – Nha Trang
A day at leisure in Nha Trang to explore the town or relax on the beach. (B)
Day 11 – Nha Trang to Saigon
Morning coach transfer, without guide, to Cam Ranh airport for the flight to Saigon. You will be met on arrival and transferred by private vehicle, without guide, to your hotel. Balance of the day free at leisure. Stay three nights in Saigon. (B)
Day 12 – Cu Chi excursion
In the morning, travel to Cu Chi with a guide to explore the amazing underground tunnel system built by Vietnamese guerilla fighters during the war. Balance of the day free. (B)
Day 13 – Saigon
Free day in Saigon, or take an optional tour to My Tho in the Mekong Delta – prices on request. (B)
Day 14 – Depart Saigon
Leisure time until private, withou t-guide transfer for your exit flight. (B)

Group departure dates and prices

our prices valid to 31 Oct 2011
Hotels Twin share Single Sole
land only Sup. Traveller
3* hotels $1616 $674 $2668
4* hotels $2207 $1115 $3719
4* – 5* hotels $2621 $1440 $4474

	3* Hotels	4* Hotels	4-5 Hotels
HANOI	Hong Ngoc 1 (superior rom)Hanoi Elegance Ruby (superior room)Hanoi Paradise 1(suite room)	Conifer Hotel(deluxe with balcony)Hanoi Elegance Diamond (deluxe room)	Melia Hanoi (deluxe room)Hilton Opera (deluxe room)
HALONG	Huong Hai deluxe junk (air-con cabin)	Indochina Sails junk(superior cabin)	Jasmine junk (deluxe upper deck cabin with balcony)Ginger junk (deluxe upper deck cabin)
HUE	Park View Hotel (standard room)	Mercure Gebera Hue (standard river view)	Pilgrimage Village Resort (deluxe villa)
HOI AN	Thuy Duong 3(deluxe room)Hoi An Pacific Hotel (deluxe pool view)	Vinh Hung Resort (superior room)Hoi An Trails Resort (deluxe room)	Life Heritage Resort (superior room)Palm Garden Resort (superior room)
NHA TRANG	Nha Trang Lodge Hotel(standard room)	Novotel Nha Trang (standard sea view)	Novotel Nha Trang (superior sea view)
SAIGON	Lavender Hotel(run-of-house)Lan Lan 2 Hotel(run-of-house)	Liberty Central (premier deluxe room)Duxton Saigon (deluxe room)	Inter-Continental Asiana Saigon (deluxe room)New World Hotel (deluxe room)

Price Includes:
Hotel accommodation
Overnight on Halong Bay cruise boat – Huong Hai Junk for 3* option, Indochina Sails Junk (superior cabin) for 4* option and the Ginger (deluxe cabin) or Jasmine (deluxe cabin) for 4-5* option.
Meals as listed (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Transfers, transportation and domestic flights as listed, including airport taxes
Sightseeing tours as listed, by private vehicle with driver and English speaking guide, inclusive of entrance fees
Surcharges apply for travel 19Dec10-16Jan11, 02–09Feb11 and 29Apr–02May11.

Cruise the Mekong with Le Cochinchine

A recent addition to the cruise options on the Mekong River is Le Cochinchine Junk, offering elegant, relaxing and fulfilling ways to explore the endless waterways. Aboard Le Cochinchine you will enjoy the continuous and ever-changing scenery as you encounter a lively world of floating markets, lush bonsai gardens, rice fields, villages, pagodas, fruit-filled orchards and a host of smiling children.
Accommodation onboard is in timber lined cabins, with en-suite and air-conditioning. All meals are included, and the bar is always open, ideal for a sunset drink on the sun deck. Bicycles are carried onboard for excursions along the towpaths and into villages.

Cai Be • Tra On • Can Tho • My Thuan • Sadec • Vinh Long
- Itinerary
  Le Cochinchine cruise – 2days/1night
  The boat departs Cai Be on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The tour operates in reverse from Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday from Can Tho. Transfers are included from Saigon, departing at 8.00am and returning on Day 2 at 4.00pm.
  Le Cochinchine cruise – 3days/2nights
  The boat departs Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from Can Tho and Cai Be. Transfers are included from Saigon, departing at 7.30am and returning on Day 3at 4.00pm.
  Ask InterAsia for a full day-by-day itinerary.
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- Price Includes:
  Accommodation on Le Cochinchine Junk and all meals whilst onboard
  
  Transfers and transportation as listed, by private vehicle with driver.
  
  Sightseeing tours during the cruise as listed, inclusive of entrance fees.
  
  Sole traveller prices apply for one person travelling on their own and staying in a single cabin. The Single cabin price applies when two or more people travel together and a single cabin is required. Surcharges may apply for travel between 20Dec11-15Jan12 and 20-30 Jan12. Cruise itinerary is subject to change without notice.
Cruise the Mekong with Bassac

Cruising along the Mekong River on the Bassac Junk is one of the best ways to discover the riches of the region. The boat departs Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from Can Tho, or the tour operates in reverse from Cai Be on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.

Can Tho • Vinh Long • Cai Be
- Itinerary
  Day 1 – Saigon – Can Tho – Vinh Long
  Leave Saigon early for a 5 hour drive, without guide, to Can Tho. On arrival, board the Bassac Junk. A welcome drink is followed by a brief introduction to the boat and cabin crew. Cruise downstream on the Hau River towards Tra On and its floating market. Cruise along the Mang Thit and Co Chien Rivers, lunching onboard. Walk through some riverbank villages then continue to the My Thuan Bridge, Vinh Long. Dinner and overnight on board the Bassac. (L,D)
  Day 2 – Vinh Long – Cai Be – Saigon
  Breakfast at sunrise as you approach the sights and sounds of the Cai Be floating market. Disembark at Cai Be and tour local family businesses making popcorn and rice cakes. Transfer back to Saigon by private vehicle, without guide. (B)
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- Price Includes:
  Overnight accommodation on the Bassac Junk
  
  Meals as listed (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  
  Transfers and transportation as listed, by private vehicle with driver.
  
  Sightseeing tours during the cruise as listed, inclusive of entrance fees.
  
  Sole Traveller prices apply for one person travelling on their own and staying in a single cabin.
  The Single Supplement applies when two or more people travel together and a single cabin is required.
  Surcharges may apply for travel between 20Dec10 – 15Jan11 and 2-9 Feb11. Cruise itinerary is subject to change without notice.
Vietnam Family Soft Adventure 15 days

See the sights, join fun activities and learn about the local culture on this family friendly tour over 15 days through out this fascinating country.

Hanoi • Halong Bay • Hue • Hoi An • Nha Trang • Mekong Delta • Saigon
- Itinerary and Tour Map
  Day 1 – Arrive Hanoi
  On arrival in Hanoi transfer, with guide, to the Hoa Binh Palace Hotel, for a two night stay.
  Day 2 – Hanoi
  Take a short orientation tour of Hanoi by cyclo. Continue by minivan to visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Compound viewed from the outside, the Army Museum and Hanoi Hilton Prison. Balance of the day at leisure. In the evening enjoy a traditional water puppet show, followed by welcome dinner at Koto Restaurant, an Australian funded establishment aimed at helping street kids. (B,D)
  Day 3 – Hanoi – Halong
  A highlight of your visit to Vietnam is sure to be your overnight cruise on Halong Bay. Morning private without-guide transfer to Halong, and on arrival board your wooden red-sail junk for a cruise among the rocky limestone islands in the emerald waters of Halong Bay. Enjoy some kayaking this afternoon. Seafood lunch and dinner are served on board. Stay overnight on the Huong Hai cruise boat, in cabins with en-suite. (B,L,D)
  Day 4 – Halong Bay – Hanoi – Hue
  Further cruising around the Halong Bay. Disembark at Halong and direct transfer by private transfer, without guide, to Hanoi for an evening flight to Hue. On arrival in Hue, private guided transfer to the Pilgrimage Village Resort for a stay of two nights. (B)
  Day 5 – Hue
  Tour Minh Mang Mausoleum, the Citadel and the Forbidden City. Balance of the day at leisure. (B)
  Day 6 – Hue – Hoi An
  Leave the hotel in the morning for a guided drive to Hoi An via the Clouds Pass, stopping at Lang Co fishing village, China Beach and the Marble Mountains en route. In the afternoon, take a guided walking tour of the old quarter, visiting the market, the old merchant houses, and the Japanese Bridge. Stay three nights in Hoi An at Vinh Hung Resort, or River Beach Resort. (B)
  Day 7 – Hoi An cooking class
  Private without-guide minivan transfer to Hai Café, the meeting point for the Red Bridge Cooking School. Join a cooking class which includes a visit to the market to select fresh produce. Lunch is at the school. Balance of the day at leisure in Hoi An. Own arrangements back to the hotel. (B,L)
  Day 8 – Hoi An
  Day at leisure in Hoi An. (B)
  Day 9 – Hoi An – Nha Trang
  Late morning private guided transfer to Danang station for your day train to the coastal resort town of Nha Trang. On arrival private guided transfer to the Asia Paradise Hotel for a two night stay. (B)
  Day 10 – Nha Trang
  A free day. (B)
  Day 11 – Nha Trang – Saigon & Cu Chi Tunnels
  Morning private without-guide transfer to the airport for your flight to Saigon. On arrival direct transfer, with a guide, to Cu Chi Tunnels. Visit the incredible underground tunnel network built by Vietnamese guerrilla fighters. Also visit a rice paper making factory at Tan Phu Trung village before the return to Saigon in the afternoon. Stay two nights at the Liberty Central Hotel in Saigon. (B)
  Day 12 – Dam Sen Water Park
  Morning tour of Saigon to include Notre Dame Cathedral viewed from the outside, the Old Post Office, the former Presidential Palace and the War Museum. Continue with your guide to Dam Sen Water Park, the only water park in Saigon downtown and spend the rest of the day at the park. Park admission fees are included – rides are to be paid direct. (B)
  Day 13 – Saigon to Vinh Long
  Leave the hotel at 6.30 am for a 3-hour private without-guide car drive to Vinh Long. On arrival, meet with your local guide and take a motor boat trip on the Mekong River visiting local businesses producing such things as soy sauce and ceramics, and Van Thanh Temple along the way. Stay overnight at a local home on an island. Accommodation is dormitory style and each bed has mosquito netting. Join your host family for a cooking lesson and prepare dinner together, learning more about their daily life. (B,L,D)
  Day 14 – Vinh Long to Saigon
  Take a sampan ride along An Binh canals. Continue by bicycle on island village roads visiting an ancient house for a Mekong Delta style music performance. Visit also an orchard and/or bonsai garden before travelling by boat to the floating market of Cai Be. Tour the market then return to Saigon by private car transfer, without guide. Stay overnight at the Liberty Central Hotel. (B)
  Day 15 – Depart Saigon
  Time at leisure before transferring, without guide, to the airport for your flight home. (B)
- Group departure dates and prices
  Tour dates and prices. Valid to 31 Oct 11
  Prices are the total for a family group
  Family group and room types Depart any day.
  2 adults & 1 child * $6038 In a triple hotel room and a twin and single cruise cabin
  2 adults & 2 children * $7499 In 2 twin hotel rooms and 2 twin cruise cabins
  2 adults & 3 children * $8795 In 1 twin & 1 triple hotel rooms and 2 twin & 1 single cruise cabins
  2 adults & 4 children * $9931 In 2 triple hotel rooms and 3 twin cruise cabins
- Price Includes:
  Three and four star hotels as listed, or similar
  Overnight cruise on Halong Bay in
  en-suite cabins
  Domestic economy class flights in Vietnam including taxes, and fuel surcharges
  All transfers and sightseeing as listed, including entrance fees
  Quality air-conditioned vehicles, experienced drivers and English speaking guides
  Meals as listed (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  * Children – The cost applies to children 2 to 17 years.
  Check with InterAsia for a price for your family.
  Surcharges apply for travel 20Dec10-15Jan11 and 2-9Feb11
  International airfares are not included in the tour price. Ask InterAsia for the current best value fare with our airline partners SINGAPORE AIRLINES, VIETNAM AIRLINES, THAI AIRWAYS and MALAYSIA AIRLINES.
The Golden Chariot – Splendour of the South

The journey begins at Bangalore and takes you to the historical Temple cities of Mamallapuram, Kanchipuram, Tiruchirapalli, Thanjavur and Madurai. The beaches of Kovalam await you with their sandy shores. You will glide by boat through the palm fringed and silent canals of the Backwaters to Kochi, the lively port city on the Arabian Sea. You will experience history and finally return back to the starting point at Bangalore.
8 days Bangalore to Bangalore
Bangalore | Chennai | Mamallapuram | Pondicherry | Tiruchirapalli & Thanjavur | Madurai | Kanyakumari | Thiruvananthapuram | Backwaters & Kochi / Allepey | Bangalore
Departure Dates: 2011 – Monday: 17 Oct, 14 Nov, 5 Dec.
Twin/double cabin $4820 pp,
Single $6370
2012 – Monday: 2, 30 Jan, 13 Feb, 5 Mar, 2, 30 Apr.
Twin/double cabin $4820 pp
Single $6370
Maharajas’ Express
The Maharajas’ Express promises to show you India like never before. On board are the best historians, celebrity chefs and guest lecturers to shed light on the nation’s history and capture its essence while you explore it. Choose from the following signature journeys.
The Golden Chariot – Pride of The South

8 days Bangalore to Bangalore
The land once ridden by formidable armies is now traversed by the world’s most unique railway – The Golden Chariot. The Pride of the South beckons you to discover worlds that are enriched with history and culture. Recline and relax as the magnificent scenery unfolds outside your window, with a standard of luxury on the inside that was thus far reserved for royalty.
Bangalore | Kabini/Bandipur | Mysore | Hassan | Hospet | Badami | Goa | Bangalore
Departure Dates: 2011 – Monday: 10 & 24 Oct, 7 & 28 Nov, 12 & 26 Dec.
Twin/double cabin $4190 pp
Single $5790
2012 – Monday: 9, 23 Jan, 6, 27 Feb, 12, 26 Mar, 9, 23 Apr.
Twin/double cabin $4190 pp
Single $5790
Maharajas’ Express
The Maharajas’ Express promises to show you India like never before. On board are the best historians, celebrity chefs and guest lecturers to shed light on the nation’s history and capture its essence while you explore it. Choose from the following signature journeys.
Royal Rajasthan on Wheels

8 days Delhi to Delhi
A royal rail journey through the states of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Highlights include the Taj Mahal and Varanasi, the holy city of the Ganges.
Delhi | Jodhpur | Udaipur | Chittorgarh | Ranthambore National Park | Jaipur | Khajuraho | Varanasi | Fatephur Sikri | Agra | Delhi
Departure Dates: Every Sunday from September to April Sep 2011 to Apr 2012
Deluxe twin/dbl cabin $5510 pp
Deluxe single $7680
Maharajas’ Express
The Maharajas’ Express promises to show you India like never before. On board are the best historians, celebrity chefs and guest lecturers to shed light on the nation’s history and capture its essence while you explore it. Choose from the following signature journeys.
Deccan Odyssey

8 days Mumbai to Mumbai
Welcome to mesmerizing Maharashtra, Goa, Aurangabad, Ajanta and Ellora, aboard the luxurious Deccan Odyssey.
Mumbai | Sindhudurg | Tarkarli | Dhamapur | Goa | Kolhapur | Ellora Caves | Tadoba Wildlife Sanctuary | Ajanta Caves | Panchawati Ghat | Mumbai
Departure Dates: 2011 – Wednesday: 5, 12, 19, 26 Oct, 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Nov
2012- Wednesday: 18, 25 Jan, 8, 15, 22, 29
Feb, 14, 21 Mar, 4, 11 Apr.
Prices to be advised. Contact Us for details
Maharajas’ Express
The Maharajas’ Express promises to show you India like never before. On board are the best historians, celebrity chefs and guest lecturers to shed light on the nation’s history and capture its essence while you explore it. Choose from the following signature journeys.
Palace on Wheels

8 days Delhi – Delhi
Traverse the desert state of Rajasthan by luxury train.
Delhi | Jaipur | Ranthambore National Park | Udaipur | Jaisalmer | Jodhpur | Fatephur Sikri | Agra | Delhi
Departure dates: Every Wednesday from January to April and September to December.
2011 – Sep: Deluxe twin/double cabin $3170 pp
Deluxe single $4230
Oct to Dec: Deluxe twin/double cabin $4240 pp
Deluxe single $5680
2012 – Jan to Mar: Deluxe twin/double cabin $4240 pp
Deluxe single $5680
Apr – Deluxe twin/double cabin $3170 pp, deluxe single $4230
Sep to Dec – Price to be advised. Contact Us for price and availability
Maharajas’ Express
The Maharajas’ Express promises to show you India like never before. On board are the best historians, celebrity chefs and guest lecturers to shed light on the nation’s history and capture its essence while you explore it. Choose from the following signature journeys.
Classical India on the Maharajas’ Express

7 days Delhi – Delhi
Delhi | Agra | Gwalior | Khajuraho | Bandhavgarh | Varanasi | Lucknow | Delhi
Departure dates: 2011 – Sunday: 16 Oct, 13 Nov, 11 Dec.
Deluxe twin/double cabin $6865 pp
Deluxe single $12042
2012 – Sunday: 8 Jan, 5 Feb, 4 Mar, 1 Apr.
Price to be advised. Contact Us for price and availability
Maharajas’ Express
The Maharajas’ Express promises to show you India like never before. On board are the best historians, celebrity chefs and guest lecturers to shed light on the nation’s history and capture its essence while you explore it. Choose from the following signature journeys.
Royal India on the Maharajas’ Express

8 days Delhi – Mumbai
Delhi | Agra | Ranthambore | Jaipur | Bikaner | Jodhpur | Udaipur | Vadodara | Mumbai
Departure dates: 2011 – Saturday: 2 & 29 Oct, 26 Nov, 24 Dec.
Deluxe twin/double cabin $7845 pp
Deluxe single $13763
2012 – Saturday: 21 Jan, 18 Feb, 17 Mar, 14 Apr.
Price to be advised.
Maharajas’ Express
The Maharajas’ Express promises to show you India like never before. On board are the best historians, celebrity chefs and guest lecturers to shed light on the nation’s history and capture its essence while you explore it. Choose from the following signature journeys.
Princely India on the Maharajas’ Express

8 days Mumbai – Delhi
The Maharajas’ Express promises to show you India like never before. On board are the best historians, celebrity chefs and guest lecturers to shed light on the nation’s history and capture its essence while you explore it. Choose from the following signature journeys.
Mumbai | Vadodara | Udaipur | Jodhpur | Bikaner | Jaipur | Ranthambore | Agra | Delhi
Departure dates: 2011 – Saturday: 8 Oct, 5 Nov, 3 Dec.
Deluxe twin/double cabin $7845 pp
Deluxe single $13763
2012 – Saturday: 28 Jan, 25 Feb, 24 Mar.
Price to be advised. Contact Us for price and availability
Mongolia Experience

A tour of the places and sights most travelers wish to have incorporated in their China itinerary! From the grandeur of Beijing, to the Great Wall, the Warriors of Xian, the mighty Yangtze and beautiful Li Rivers, to the bustling, modern city of Shanghai; it will all be experienced on this tour.

A range of other day tours are available on request.

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Seoul Short Stop

Seoul has been the capital of Korea for about 600 years. The Han River runs through the heart of the city dividing it in two; the northern part being the focal point for culture music, art and history, while the southern part is well known for it’s modern business district.

A range of other day tours are available on request.

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Hong Kong Short Stop

Grab a bargain on one of these great Hong Kong stopovers! See the sights and enjoy the vibrant night life and the multitude of dining experiences available. Choose a hotel to suit and we can help with a great airfare to get you there.

A range of other day tours are available on request.

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Taipei Short Stop

A tour of the places and sights most travelers wish to have incorporated in their China itinerary! From the grandeur of Beijing, to the Great Wall, the Warriors of Xian, the mighty Yangtze and beautiful Li Rivers, to the bustling, modern city of Shanghai; it will all be experienced on this tour.

A range of other day tours are available on request.

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