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The Angkor Temples,<br />
Cambodia<br />
Magnificent temples, carvings & jungle •<br />
Explore with an expert private guide<br />
These magnificent temples are protected<br />
within the Angkor Archaeological Park,<br />
just a 20-minute drive from Siem Reap.<br />
The monuments belong to the classic period<br />
of Khmer art and civilisation. They were<br />
created by a succession of Khmer kings who<br />
presided over an empire that dominated<br />
the region from 800AD to 1430AD, reaching<br />
its peak in the 12th century. From the<br />
15th century the temples were abandoned<br />
and forgotten; the French naturalist Henri<br />
Mouhot is attributed with their rediscovery<br />
in 1861.<br />
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia<br />
Highlights include the walled and moated<br />
royal city of Angkor Thom, the giant stone<br />
faces of Bayon and the huge three-tiered<br />
pyramid of Angkor Wat. At least two full days<br />
are recommended to get the most from the<br />
site, allowing time to visit some of the outer<br />
temples such as Preah Khan, Neak Pean,<br />
Prasat Kravan or Pre Rup.<br />
Wat Xieng Thong temple, Luang Prabang Hoi An, Vietnam Jayavarman<br />
Luang Prabang, Laos Hoi An, Vietnam<br />
Mekong River Cruising<br />
Buddhist temples & colonial architecture •<br />
Observe the ancient ritual of alms-giving<br />
The former royal capital of Luang Prabang is<br />
considered to be the best-preserved historic<br />
town in South-east Asia, with a UNESCOprotected<br />
old town district that encompasses<br />
a distinctive combination of Buddhist temples,<br />
French colonial architecture and historic<br />
Laotian buildings. The town has a beautiful<br />
setting, founded on a peninsula formed by the<br />
Mekong and the Nam Khan rivers against a<br />
backdrop of verdant mountains.<br />
With numerous quiet temples to visit and back<br />
streets to wander through, the town rewards a<br />
leisurely stay, but the National Palace Museum,<br />
and Wat Mai, the city’s largest temple, are the<br />
highlights.<br />
Charming coastal resort • Distinct Chinese<br />
architecture<br />
The ancient Vietnamese town of Hoi An is<br />
located 30km south of Danang on the banks<br />
of the Thu Bon River. Occupied by many<br />
early western traders, Hoi An was one of the<br />
major trading centres of South-east Asia in<br />
the 16th century. This laid-back town has a<br />
distinct Chinese atmosphere with low, tileroofed<br />
houses and narrow streets; the original<br />
structure of some of these streets still remains<br />
almost intact.<br />
Hoi An is known for being a culinary hotspot<br />
and is an excellent place to learn about<br />
Vietnamese cuisine. Speak to one of our Far<br />
East specialists about arranging a food tour or<br />
a cooking class here.<br />
Range of cruise ships & itineraries • Visit<br />
remote communities & islands<br />
A cruise is a comfortable way to explore farflung<br />
reaches of the Mekong River and its<br />
delta. Shore excursions take you to areas<br />
otherwise inaccessible, including small<br />
riverside communities, enabling you to<br />
discover the daily life of people living along<br />
this great river. Most cruises operate on<br />
seven-night itineraries between Vietnam and<br />
Cambodia, while three- and four-night cruises<br />
between Laos and Thailand are also available.<br />
Excursions are escorted by local guides who<br />
can share their knowledge about life on the<br />
river. Vessels stop at riverside villages, which<br />
often specialise in a particular trade or craft<br />
such as pottery, silk weaving or fish farming.<br />
For more information or to book, contact us on 020 3930 5233 or speak to your travel agent<br />
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