Cultural

The Victoria League for Commonwealth Friendship Tour of India
13-24 September 2024

12 days from £2,576.00

London - Delhi - Amrtisar - Chandigarh - Shimla - Agra - Delhi - London

This ten day tour across an interesting and historic portion of North India takes you to historic places where the last days of the Raj unfolded and much of contemporary India took shape.

Deccan Odyssey: Indian Odyssey Journey

from £6,699.00

London - Delhi - Ranthambore - Agra - Jaipur - Udaipur - Vadodara - Aurangabad - Mumbai - London

Enjoy the jorney aboard this beautifully appointed with rich and lavish furnishings.

Hemis Festival Ladakh
Moday 10 June – Sunday 23 June 2024

14 days from £3,420.00

London – New Delhi – Nimmu – Phey - Nubra - Leh – New Delhi - London

Held at the sprawling courtyard of Hemis monastery, the biggest Buddhist monastery in Ladakh, celebrating the birthday of local savior Lord Padmasambhava. A day of dance, music, prayers, masked performances and rich Ladakhi culture. All to be discovered in your journey to the most fascinating Ladakh.

Palace on Wheels

9 days from £3,598.00

Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Sawai Madhopur - Chittorgarh - Udaipur - Bharatpur - Agra - Delhi

Thunder across the vastness of the Indian plains in a leviathan crossing the mighty continent - first class of course!

Brahmaputra River Cruises

11 days from £3,072.00

London - Kolkata - Guwahati - Orang National Park - Tezpur - Kaziranga National Park - Guwahati - Kolkata - London

River Boats give a totally different perspective of a country to the traveller….life slows down as days laze into one another….but all is not relaxation!

Mystical Ladakh Summer 2023

14 days from £3,380.00

London – New Delhi – Nimmu – Phey - Nubra - Leh – New Delhi - London

Ladakh, famous for its breathtaking landscapes, the crystal-clear skies, and Buddhist Monasteries. Experience the yawning valleys and rivers with glacial origins etched into their troughs; ever prevailing prayer flags wielded by the wind beside a medieval monastery; in the undercurrent of it all is a simple perspective into a parallel world with cultural influences from Yarkhand, Baltistan and Xinxiang.

Hemis Festival Ladakh
Moday 16 June – Sunday 29 June 2025

14 days from £3,933.00

London – New Delhi – Nimmu – Phey - Nubra - Leh – New Delhi - London

Held at the sprawling courtyard of Hemis monastery, the biggest Buddhist monastery in Ladakh, celebrating the birthday of local savior Lord Padmasambhava. A day of dance, music, prayers, masked performances and rich Ladakhi culture. All to be discovered in your journey to the most fascinating Ladakh.

The King’s Retreat & Count’s Cottages – Transylvania

7 days from £1,825.00

Transylvania

In the Carpathian foothills of Transylvania, Romania lies the historic estate of Count Tibor Kalnoky, a long-standing friend of the British Royal Family. Here, discover the private nature retreat of (former Prince of Wales) now King Charles III at Zalanpatak, which is now open to welcome individual travellers, and the Count’s Cottages at nearby Miklosvar.

A Carpet Ride to Khiva
Tuesday 7- Sunday 19 May 2024

13 days from £3,720.00

London - Tashkent - Samarkand - Bukhara - Khiva - Nukus - Tashkent - London

Join Chris Aslan and a select group of like-minded people as you traverse the stunning architecture of the Silk Road cities of Uzbekistan, Chris will take you off the beaten track and introduce you to artisans, craftsmen, and help bring the Silk Road alive in fresh ways.

Forts, Palaces & Beaches

from £3,242.00

London – Delhi – Jaipur – Udaipur – Goa – Mumbai - London

Atithi Devo Bhava - Guest is God. Experiences the magical palaces of the Leela Palace New Delhi, Jaipur & Udaipur, while taking in the highlights of Northern India before relaxing on the golden beaches of Goa.

India North & South

16 days from £3,552.00

London - Delhi - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur - Mumbai - Cochin – Alleppey – Mararikulam - Cochin - London

This tour is a perfect combination of the highlights of Northern India and the lush green land of Kerala.

Textiles, Arts and Crafts of Bhutan

16 days from £5,120.00

New Delhi - Paro - Trashigang - Mongar - Lhuntse - Bumthang -Thimpu - Paro - New Delhi

To the Bhutanese  it is more than a textile, it is a lifestyle, unique pieces, combining exclusive handmade products with sustainable value and an extensive history of weaving. Appreciate the intangible cultural heritage of the Land of the Thunder Dragon.

Taste of Oman

13 days from £3,168.00

London - Muscat - Ras Al Jinz - Wahiba Sands - Jebel Akdhar - Jabel Shams - Salalah - London

A taste of Arabia at its most exotic and enticing, offering an intoxicating fusion of glamorous resorts and timeless Islamic tradition.

A JOURNEY THROUGH VIETNAM

11 days from £2,595.00

LONDON - HANOI - HALONG BAY - HUE - HOI AN - HO CHI MINH CITY - MEKONG DELTA - LONDON

This journey captures the amazing diversity of Vietnam. Explore the ‘Paris of the East’, Hanoi, before taking an overnight excursion to the stunning Halong Bay on the Bhaya Classic Cruise. Travel through central Vietnam visiting Hue and Hoi An before heading to the south to soak up the vibrancy of Vietnam’s commercial capital, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), taking in the highlights of the City and visiting the Mekong Delta.

A Journey Through Vietnam for Families

16 days

LONDON - HANOI - NINH BINH - HALONG BAY - HUE - HOI AN - HO CHI MINH CITY - MEKONG DELTA - HO TRAM - LONDON

This relaxing tour of Vietnam is Ideal for those travelling as a family in the summer months.

A Meander Through Taprobane

14 days

London - Colombo & Kotugoda - Nuwara Eliya - Galle Fort - Balapitiya - London

Experience Sri Lanka taking in some of the most beautiful countryside in the land whilst staying in charming boutique style accommodation, each of which enshrine their individual destinations through a sense of history, unique character and sublime location.

A Tale Of Three Cities

10 days from £2,650.00

Hanoi – Halong Bay – Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Cookery Class – Cu Chi Tunnels – Cai Be – Angkor Wat – Tonle Sap Lake Cruise

This journey captures the amazing diversity of Vietnam and Cambodia. In Vietnam explore Hanoi, and take an excursion to the stunning Halong Bay.

A Tribal Odyssey

14 days from £2,880.00

London- Dubai- Kolkata - Sibsagar - Mon - Jorhat – Majuli – Kaziranga - Guwahati – Kolkata- Dubai- London

This Odyssey is a true voyage of discovery exploring way off the beaten track into deepest Nagaland, to absorb the culture and lifestyle of the people.

A Vignette of Burma

14 days from £3,075.00

Yangon – Mandalay- Amarapura - Maymyo and National Kandawgyi Gardens – short Cruise on the Ayeyarwady River - Pagan - Sagaing - Inle Lake – Inn Thein Pagoda – Yangon

This is an excellent tour exploring many of the main highlights of Burma. See the sights of vibrant Yangon and romantic Mandalay.

A Whisper of Paradise

11 days from £2,730.00

Colombo - Sigiriya/Polonnaruwa - Minneriya - Dambulla/Kegalle - Galle

This is a wonderful ‘taster’ for the first time visitor to Sri Lanka; or, just perfect for a short break to recharge the batteries. Add one of 5 exciting unique in-country experiences with our compliments.

Ancient Kingdoms of South East Asia

14 days from £3,650.00

Bangkok – Sukhothai – Bangkok - Luang Prabang – Siem Reap – Angkor Wat - Phnom Penh

Discover South East Asia’s fascinating history on this World Heritage circuit tour visiting highlights of early Siam, Lao and Khmer Kingdoms.

Ancient Memories & East Coast

16 days from £2,975.00

Colombo - Galle – Yala – Ella – Nuwara Eliya – Kandy – Horton Plains – Kandy – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla – Passekudah – Anuradhapura - Negombo

‘Serendipity’ is a land rich in cultural treasures with ancient cities still echoing their might and majesty. Wildlife parks team with flora and fauna: breathtaking vistas are around every corner, and stunning beaches are just perfect to dance though the dazzling white surf.

Bhutan – Land of the Thunder Dragon

15 days from £4,125.00

Delhi - Thimphu - Gangtey - Bumthang - Punakha - Paro - Delhi

The Land of the Thunder Dragon, cradled in the heart of the massive Himalayan ranges, is steeped in rich tradition, spirituality and culture.

Bhutan – Myths & Legends

12 days from £3,780.00

Delhi - Thimphu - Punakha - Gangtey - Bumthang - Paro - Delhi

A land where magic and myths are all part of culture and history; a place where more monks are found rather than soldiers, and one of the last remaining bastions of Tantric Mahayana Buddhism.

Luxury Trek in the Foothills of Bhutan

16 days from £7,820.00

London - Delhi - Thimphu - Gangtey - Bumthang - Punakha - Paro - Delhi - London

Explore what truly sets Bhutan apart from anywhere else and discover one of the most remote kingdoms on earth.

Central Treasure Trail

15 days from £3,298.00

Delhi - Gwalior - Bhopal - Indore - Mandu - Dhar - Maheshwar - Aurangabad - Ajanta - Ellora - Mumbai

This tour is a true voyage of discovery, for around every corner a treasure trove will delight and amaze!

Classic Nepal

8 days

Kathmandu - Pharping (Neydo Monastery) - Kathmandu - Chitwan National Park- Pokhara - Kathmandu

This is a delightful tour discovering the very essence of this stunningly beautiful land. It takes travellers to the soaring heights of the magnificent Himalayas and to the depths of the jungle seeking out the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger.

Taj, Temples & Tigers by Train

9 days from £2,849.00

London - Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Delhi - London

A nine-day circular route from Delhi, taking in the highlights of Agra, Ranthambore and Jaipur.

Classical Golden Triangle

8 days from £1,779.00

Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi

A holiday in India is a not just a holiday - it memorises the senses with sights and sounds that become treasured memories for life.

Classical India

16 days from £3,375.00

Delhi - Varanasi - Khajuraho - Orchha - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur

A holiday in India is a not just a holiday - it memorises the senses with sights and sounds that become treasured memories for life

Classical Treasures and Desert Dreams

12 days from £2,650.00

London - Udaipur – Pali – Jodhpur – Jamba – London

This fascinating tour entices guests to discover the heart and soul of Rajasthan. From stunning desert wilderness to fabled cities and endless golden sands invite you to relax and unwind.

Discover Deccan

13 days from £2,535.00

Bangalore - Mysore - Hassan - Belur - Halebid - Hospet - Hampi - Badami - Aihole - Pattadakal - Bijapur - Gulbarga - Hyderabad

This tour, just off the beaten tourist trail, highlights some of the finest architecture in India

Vietnam Discovery

18 days from £6,150.00

Hanoi – Halong Bay cruise – Hue – Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Con Dao Island – Ho Chi Minh City

The Vietnam Discovery is the perfect way to experience the highlights of Vietnam. See Vietnam in Style on this extraordinary voyage via seaplane and private boat, and have remarkable encounters with local characters, sensational food, and memorable cultures.

Golden Temple Monasteries & Mountains

13 days from £2,685.00

Delhi - Amritsar - Dharamsala - Pragpur - Shimla - Delhi

Visit Amritsar - the home to the Golden Temple and spiritual & cultural centre of Sikhism.

Grand Tour of Indochina

21 days from £6,750.00

Hanoi – Halong Bay cruise– Hue – Boat trip on the Perfume River – Hoi An – My Son - Ho Chi Minh City – cu chi Tunnels – Mekong Boat ride - Phnom Penh - Toul Sleng and the Killing Fields - Siem Reap – Angkor Wat Temples – Tonle Sap Lake - Luang Prabang – River Cruise – Pak Ou Caves – Elephant and Bamboo Raft rides

This journey captures the amazing diversity of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. In Vietnam explore the ‘Paris of the East’, Hanoi, then take an excursion to the stunning Halong Bay.

Classical Golden Triangle… with a twist

9 days

Delhi - Dholpur - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi

This is a classic tour of some of the most iconic places in India… with a twist.

Hidden Ladakh

14 days from £3,198.00

London - Delhi - Leh - Nurla - Lamayuru - Dha Hanu - Lamayuru - Dha Hanu - Khardung La - Nubra - Leh - London

High in the Indian Himalayas lies Ladakh, a high-altitude desert and extension of the Tibetan Plateau. Glaciers and snow-capped mountain peaks dominate the skyline in every direction

Himalayan Kingdom: Tea & Tuskers

15 days from £3,978.00

London - Kolkata - Darjeeling - Pemayangtse - Gangtok - Kalimpong - Guwahati - Kaziranga - Kolkata - London

Discover the beauty of the mighty Himalayas catching a glimpse of some of the world’s highest peaks.

Rajasthan Rural & Regal

16 days

Delhi - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Jojawar - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi

A fascinating tour embracing the highlights of Rajasthan from the pulsating cities to the quiet of the endless sand dunes.

In the footsteps of Geoffrey Bawa

13 days from £3,750.00

Kotugoda – Yapahuwa – Kandalama - Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla Caves - Kandy – Peradeniya Gardens - Temple of the Tooth - Nuwara Eliya – Tangalle – Rekawa Turtle Conservation - Galle Fort – Lunuganga – Colombo City Tour

This tour pays homage to the greatest of Sri Lankan Architects, the late Geoffrey Bawa, whose inspirational work has led to a flowering of young architects - dedicated to cultural protection, yet allowing contemporary style to shine.

Journey through India, Nepal & Bhutan

19 days from £4,275.00

Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Kathmandu - Chitwan National Park - Pokhara - Kathmandu - Thimphu - Paro - Delhi

This is a breath taking tour of discovery encompassing some of the finest sights and sounds of India, Nepal and Bhutan.

The Colonial Collection

12 days from £2,090.00

Colombo – Kandy - Peradeniya Gardens – Optional Train Journey – Dickoya – Tea Experience – Galle – Mount Lavinia

This is a splendid tour taking in some of the most beautiful countryside in the land whilst staying in traditional colonial style accommodation. In Colombo the Galle Face Hotel is the quintessential colonial hotel.

The Essence of Nepal

10 days from £2,398.00

Kathmandu - Chitwan National Park - Pokhara - Dhulikhel - Kathmandu

Weaves a web of enchantment, overwhelming the senses with spell binding beauty…the stunning magnificence of the Durbar Square in Kathmandu, glorious Newari Medieval architecture in Bhadgaon and Swayambhunath Buddhist Temple crowned by its golden spire.

Island Odyssey

14 days from £3,060.00

Colombo – Dambulla – Sigiriya / Village Experience - Polonnaruwa / Minneriya Safari - Dambulla / Kegalle – Maldives

This tour gives the traveller a real taste of the heart of Sri Lanka exploring the cultural centres of Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa and Kandy.

Kerala – God’s Own Country

9 days

Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Houseboat - Marari - Cochin

A wonderful journey of discovery travelling through God’s Own Country, as the Keralans fondly call their eclectic state.

Journey Through Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan & Kyrgyzstan

16 days

Tashkent - Samarkahand - Bukhara - Shakrisabz - Mary - Merv - Ashgabat - Khiva - Bhiskek - Karakol

The Foothills of the Himalayas

15 days from £2,845.00

Delhi - Ramgarh - Ranikhet - Kausani - Binsar - Corbett National Park - Delhi

Lying in the lap of the Great Himalayas, the beauty of the Kumaon region is unsurpassable

Southern Splendour

15 days

Chennai - Pondicherry - Kumbakonam - Chettinadu - Madurai - Munnar - Periyar - Houseboat - Cochin (Kochi)

From the sparkling shores of the Bay of Bengal travel across country through green and verdant hills, covered by vast tea plantations, to the great port city of Cochin.

Keralan Odyssey

11 days from £2,150.00

Cochin - Munnar - Kanam - Kumarakom - Houseboat - Cochin

A delightful journey through ‘Gods own Country’. Relax in the cooler temperatures of the Hill country, learn about the history of tea and delight in the beauty of the Eravikulam National Park.

The Great Indian Train Traverse

15 days from £3,339.00

London- Kolkata - Darjeeling - Varanasi - Agra - Shimla - Delhi - London

Discover the beauty of the mighty Himalayas catching a glimpse of some of the world’s highest peaks.

Sri Lanka – A Whisper of Paradise

13 days

Negombo - Sigiriya - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya - Yala National Park - Galle

This tour highlights the essence of Sri Lanka: visiting the many iconic sites that gives the land its deep spiritual strength.

Land of The Golden Spires

15 days from £3,950.00

Yangon – Mandalay - Amarapura and Inwa - Irrawaddy River Cruise - Sagaing and Yandabo - Pagan – Mount Popa - Inle Lake - Indein Village - Yangon

This is a wonderful tour exploring the hidden secrets as well as the major highlights of the land of ‘The Golden Spires’.

The Gurkha Heartland

10 days from £2,145.00

Kathmandu - Pokhara - Ker and Downey Trek - Kathmandu

Discover the small off-the-beaten little hamlets and villages of Nepal like Birethanti, Gurung Village of Ghandruk, Patlekhet, Pothana and Dhampus. Enjoy the warms and hospitality of Nepali folk whilst spellbound by the spectacular mountrain & forest views of the Annapurna Range.

Malabar & Coorg

12 days from £2,580.00

Kozhikode - Sultans Battery - Nagarhole National Park - Mysore - Coorg - Tellicherry - Kozhikode

This scenic tour takes in the pristine beauty of the misty hills and verdant valleys of Malabar in North Kerala & Coorg in South Karnataka.

Memories of Thailand

16 days from £3,750.00

Chiang Mai – Bangkok - Kanchanaburi & River Kwai - Train Ride - Bangkok - Khao Sok National Park – Jungle / Lake Safari - Koh Samui

Experience Thailand on this tailor-made journey, combining the highlights of this beautiful country; Explore Chiang Mai, gateway to the rural valleys and minority hill tribe villages before heading to the verdant rainforests in the River Kwai area.

Vietnam Discovery & the Spirit of Cambodia

13 days

Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hue - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh City - Siem Reap

This two-country tour gives travellers an insight into the colourful and somewhat turbulent past of Vietnam, and the magnificence of Cambodia’s Temples.

Journey Through Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan & Kyrgyzstan

15 days

TASHKENT - SAMARKAND - BUKHARA - MARY - ASHGABAT - KHIVA -TASHKENT - BISHKEK - CHOLPON ATAKARAKOL- BISHKEK

Uzbekistan is still very much off the beaten track. Thus, this tour sheds a fascinating insight into a country with a history going back to the depths of time.

Rajasthan Rural & Regal

16 days from £3,059.00

Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Manvar - Rohetgrah - Rawla Narlai - Udaipur - Mumbai

This is a journey of exploration: delve into the life and culture of the people of fascinating Rajasthan. Forts, palaces, awe-inspiring monuments, simple villages all make Rajasthan a vivid and evocative destination. This tour gives a truly comprehensive insight into Rajasthan.

Secrets of Laos

14 days from £3,215.00

Luang Prabang - Baci Ceremony - Cookery Class - Mekong River Cruise- Pak Ou Caves – Elephant Trek - Vientiane - Bolaven Plateau - Tad Lo Waterfalls - Champasak - Wat Phou - 4000 Islands (Si Phan Don) – Pakse

The perfect itinerary for discovering the very best of Laos. Marvel at the majesty of Luang Prabang, cruise the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers – perhaps glimpse the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins.

The Mekong Voyage of Discovery

14 days from £3,645.00

Ho Chi Minh City – Cao Dai and Cu Chi Tunnels - Tay Ninh - 7 nights Mekong Cruise - Phnom Penh – Siem Reap – Angkor Temples

Discover vibrant Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) visiting the colourful markets and Temples: at Cu Chi explore the intriguing network of tunnels built to assist the Vietnamese in their war struggles, initially against the French and then the Americans.

Southern Splendour

16 days from £3,065.00

Bangalore - Mysore - Coonoor - Cochin - Houseboat - Periyar - Madurai - Chettinadu - Trichy - Tanjore - Pondicherry - Mahalobalipuram - Chennai

From the architectural richness of Karnataka to the lush green Kerala and the stunning majestic Temples of Tamil Nadu, this tour brings out the startling contrast that is Southern India.

The Road to Mandalay Cruise

10 days from £3,750.00

Bangkok - Yangon – Bagan - The Road to Mandalay cruise – Bagan Market – Sagaing - Maymyo with Shan lunch - Mingun and Mandalay – Village visit – Mount Popa – Yangon - Bnagok

Board the Orient Express, ‘Road To Mandalay’ for a very special seven night cruise in elegant luxury.

The Royal Gujarat

16 days from £2,285.00

Mumbai - Ahmeddabad - Dasada - Palitana - Sasan Gir - Gondal - Bhuj - Mandvi - Mumbai

Explore vibrant and colourful Gujarat for its heritage, textiles and wildlife.

The Spirit of Cambodia

15 days from £4,750.00

Bangkok – Siem Reap - Banteay Srei - Beng Mealea - Ta Prohm - Angkor Thom - Ankor Wat - Tonle Sap Lake cruise - Phom Penh – Killing Fields – Koh Kong - Song Saa Experience

This is an outstanding tour covering the main highlights of evocative Cambodia from its wondrous Temple heritage at Angkor Wat, beauty of Tonle Sap Lake, and, the still recent echoes from the infamous Killing Fields of the Khymer Rouge.

Taprobane Meander

18 days from £4,125.00

Colombo – Anuradhapura – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla Caves - Kandy – Train to Hatton - Dickola – Tea Experience – Yala National Park - Weligama – Galle Fortress Tour – Colombo

This intriguing tour immerses the traveller in the cultural heart of Sri Lanka. Explore the glorious past with visits to the most significant historical sites.

The Spirit of Uzbekistan

10 days

London - Tashkent - Ferghana - Khiva - Bukhara - Samarkand - Tashkent - London

Uzbekistan is still very much off the beaten track. Thus, this tour sheds a fascinating insight into a country with a history going back to the depths of time.