PERFECT FOR:
- Avid Travelers seeking an all-in-one trip
- Mix of History, Architecture, Culture & Beach
- First time & returning travelers of Asia
A Private Asia Tour – Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Siem Reap, Bangkok, Phuket
19 Days / 17 Nights – Tour Code (OXB) – Daily departure
This unforgettable tour features an exciting, culturally-inspiring and ultra-indulgent journey to the Pacific Rim’s most exotic destinations, all in the comfort of Asia’s top accommodations with your very own private guide at your service. From ancient temples to glittering skyscrapers; primitive floating villages to bustling night markets; pristine white sandy beaches to breathtaking skylines, this trip has it all!
Your voyage begins with the electrifying city of Hong Kong, where millions come to savor culinary delicacies, hunt for extraordinary shopping bargains, and soak up its electrifying nightlife. Next, visit two of China’s flagship cities that showcase everything from ancient wonders to space-age cityscapes. In Beijing, we experience first-hand a few of China’s legendary landmarks and national treasures, such as the magnificent Great Wall and the awe-inspiring Forbidden City. In Shanghai, become immersed in China’s modern day society, where one seemingly has the world at his or her fingertips.
In a flash, we journey deep into the heart of Southeast Asia to Cambodia. Affectionately known as the Land of Wonder, we catch a rare glimpse of Indochina’s timeless past with visits to the stunning Angkor Temples. These include the former fortified city of Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm Temple, as featured in the hit movie Tomb Raider: Lara Croft, and of course the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat, the crowning jewel of the ancient Khmer Empire and today’s national symbol of Cambodia. Then, whisk over to Bangkok, one of Southeast Asia’s most exhilarating destinations. It’s friendly people and endearing Thai culture will make any foreigner fall in love with this magical kingdom. With boundless entertainment options, Bangkok appeals to your every whim.
Last but not least, we end this incredible trip in Paradise with an indulgent three nights in beautiful Phuket. Set along the Andaman Sea, this world-class beach destination boasts a delightful mix of serene tropical atmosphere and a haven of entertainment for all ages, creating the perfect ambience for a truly memorable holiday.
Get ready to experience your trip of a lifetime…
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TOUR INCLUDES:
- Economy Class Air via Cathay Pacific Airways from USA
- Economy Class Intra-Asia flights per itinerary
- First Class High Speed Train between Beijing and Shanghai
- 17 nights deluxe hotel accommodations
- Hotel Breakfasts Daily
- Meals as specified per itinerary (food only)
- Private Tour: Sightseeing and transfers by private car, driver and professional guides
HONG KONG (3 nights)
- 3 nights at InterContinental Grand Stanford | New World Millennium Hotel
- Private half-day walking tour of Hong Kong Island, with visits to Victoria Peak and Central & Western Districts via public transportation
BEIJING (3 nights)
- 3 nights at The Regent Beijing
- 2 full days of extensive private sightseeing per itinerary
- Evening “Legends of Kung Fu” Performance
SHANGHAI (2 nights)
- 2 nights at Hyatt-on-the-Bund
- Full-day private Shanghai city tour per itinerary
- Evening Acrobatics Performance
SIEM REAP (3 nights)
- 3 nights at Lotus Blanc Resort (Privileged Floor)
- Extensive private sightseeing of Angkor Temples
- Private boat trip of Tonle Sap Lake at Kampong Kleang
BANGKOK (3 nights)
- 3 nights at Hotel Muse by MGallery | SO Sofitel Bangkok
- Private half-day city tour of Bangkok including the Royal Grand Palace, Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) and Wat Trimit (Golden Buddha)
PHUKET (3 nights)
- 3 nights at The Amatara Resort (Pavilion) | Katathani Resort (Oceanfront Jr. Suite)
- Boat trip of Phang Nga Bay or Phi Phi Islands (join tour)
Day 1 Depart North America
Depart USA for Hong Kong via Cathay Pacific Airways
Day 2 Hong Kong
Upon arrival, be met and transferred to your hotel for your next 3 nights’ accommodations.
**Note: Airport transfers in Hong Kong include driver only (no separate guide).
Day 3 Hong Kong
Enjoy a morning private walking tour via public transportation to explore Hong Kong’s Central and Western Districts. Starting with a ride on the Star Ferry, we visit Central District, the business and financial hub of Hong Kong – a glittering show of mirrored towers, multi-million dollar high-rises and designer shops. Take a tram ride up to Victoria Peak, one of Hong Kong’s must-sees, offering panoramic views of the Hong Kong Harbor. Afterwards, visit a local wet market and take a ride on the historic double-decker Tramway (time permitting) before returning to your hotel by subway (MTR). Enjoy the balance of the afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 4 Hong Kong
Full day free at leisure to shop and explore Hong Kong on your own. (B)
Day 5 Hong Kong / Beijing
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Beijing. Upon arrival, be met and transferred to your hotel for your next 3 nights’ accommodations. (B)
**Note: Airport transfers in Hong Kong includes driver only (no separate guide)
Day 6 Beijing
Today’s full-day tour includes the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square, with lunch at a local restaurant. (B,L)
Day 7 Beijing
Today, visit the spectacular and less crowded Mutianyu section of the Great Wall with cable car ride. After lunch, return to the city and tour Beijing’s Old Quarters (Hutongs) by rickshaw, visiting a local family’s residence and the Bell & Drum Towers. This evening, enjoy a Peking Duck Dinner followed by a spectacular Legends of Kung Fu Show. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Beijing / Shanghai
Transfer to the train station and board a High Speed Train for Shanghai. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the balance of the afternoon at leisure to shop, relax and explore Shanghai on your own. (B)
Day 9 Shanghai
Full-day city sightseeing of Shanghai features the Old Town and its Yu Garden, Urban Planning & Exhibition Center, the Bund, Shanghai Museum and the art district of Tianzifang, famed for its Old Shanghai Shikumen houses in a laid back atmosphere with cobbled streets lined with art galleries, cafes and restaurants. Enjoy a western lunch at one of Shanghai’s exclusive restaurants located on the Bund. This evening, enjoy a breathtaking Shanghai Acrobatics Performance. (B,L)
Day 10 Shanghai / Siem Reap
Free at leisure to shop and explore Shanghai until your afternoon transfer for your flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, be met and transferred to your hotel. (B)
Day 11 Siem Reap
We start the morning with a visit to the magnificent Angkor Wat. Dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu by King Suryavarman II, who reigned between 1131 and 1150, Angkor Wat was constructed over a period of 30 years and illustrates some of the most beautiful examples of Khmer and Hindu art. Next, visit Ta Prohm, the site of the hit movie Tomb Raiders and one of the most popular attractions of Angkor. Here, much of the jungle has not been cleared and it looks very much as most of the Angkor monuments would have appeared when European explorers first stumbled across them. Last, we visit the fortified city of Angkor Thom, which covers an area of 10 square km enclosed by a wall and wide moats and includes many of Angkor’s most popular sights. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. (B,L)
Day 12 Siem Reap (Tonle Sap Lake at Kampong Kleang)
Travel Siem Reap’s rural countryside by road to Kampong Kleang. A highlight of today’s trip features an inspiring boat trip to observe the primitive way of life of the Great Lake’s floating fishing communities. In the afternoon, return to Siem Reap and visit Banteay Srei. Seemingly miniature in comparison to the other Angkor temples, Banteay Srei is considered to be the jewel of classical Khmer art built in pink sandstone. Overnight in Siem Reap. (B)
Day 13 Siem Reap / Bangkok
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, be met and transferred to your hotel for your next 3 nights’ accommodations. (B)
Day 14 Bangkok
This morning’s tour features several of the Thai Kingdom’s most revered sites. Visits include the Royal Grand Palace and its Emerald Buddha, Wat Trimit (Golden Buddha) and Wat Po (Reclining Buddha). Afternoon free at leisure. (B)
Day 15 Bangkok
Today is at leisure. Optional tours (floating market, culinary lesson, Thai kickboxing match, Ayuthaya ancient ruins, etc.) are available upon request. (B)
Day 16 Bangkok / Phuket
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Phuket. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your resort. Balance of the day at leisure. (B)
Day 17 Phuket (Phi Phi Islands)
Enjoy a full-day boat trip to your choice of the following:
Option 1: Phi Phi Islands — Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Ley are renowned for the movie hit “The Beach.” Discover the scenic, amazing cliffs, long beaches and clear blue and emerald water, where you can enjoy snorkeling and swimming. Includes lunch. (B,L) ****Transfers and boat trip operated on join basis (non-private)****
Option 2: Phang Nga Bay Cruise – Enjoy a full-day excursion of beautiful Phang Nga Bay on board the June Bahtra Siamese Junk. Visit the famous James Bond Island and explore mangrove forests, a sea cave and a gypsy village. Enjoy swimming in the afternoon before returning to your hotel. A buffet lunch is served on board. (B,L) ****Transfers and boat trip operated on join basis (non-private)****
Day 18 Phuket
Full day free at leisure in Paradise. (B)
Day 19 Return Home
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight home, connecting in Hong Kong. Arrive the same evening. (B)
2021/22 Price Chart (Prices valid through March 31, 2022) | ||||
Departs Daily | Land Only | West Coast | East Coast | Single Supplement |
Jan. ’20 | 6,675 | 7,625 | 7,725 | 2,825 |
February | 6,575 | 7,525 | 7,625 | 2,725 |
March | 6,675 | 7,625 | 7,725 | 2,825 |
April | 6,625 | 7,575 | 7,675 | 2,795 |
May* | 6,435 | 7,385 | 7,485 | 2,595 |
Jun. – Aug. | 6,375 | 7,825 | 8,025 | 2,525 |
September | 6,495 | 7,445 | 7,545 | 2,655 |
October | 6,635 | 7,585 | 7,685 | 2,795 |
November | 6,895 | 7,845 | 7,945 | 2,995 |
December* | 6,775 | 7,725 | 7,825 | 2,845 |
Jan. ’22 | 6,775 | 7,725 | 7,825 | 2,775 |
Feb. ’22 | 6,675 | 7,625 | 7,725 | 2,775 |
Mar. ’22 | 6,775 | 7,725 | 7,825 | 2,885 |
Tour Requires minimum of 2 passengers to operate West Coast: LAX/SFO/SEA East Coast: JFK/EWR/BOS/IAD/ORD |
- Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
- Price includes all entrance fees, domestic air taxes, hotel taxes & service charges
- Price excludes personal expenses, beverages, gratuities to guides and drivers
- Land-only price includes all Intra-Asia Airfares
- For Air & Land Option
- U.S. & Foreign departure taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are not included (Approx. $300 – subject to change)
- When Trans-Pacific travel takes place on a weekend (Fri-Sun), add $50 per person each direction.
- *June-August rates apply for departures between May 24-31
- *A supplement of $500 (SFO/LAX) | $600 (JFK/CHI/BOS) applies for departures between December 10 – 31
- Holiday surcharges applies for stays during Dec. 20th – Jan. 5th. Contact us for details.
- Visas are required for China and Cambodia. Not included in package. Passport must NOT expire within 6 months from end of trip.
- All flights, hotels and land services are subject to availability at time of reservation
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Bright lights & big city of Hong Kong
- Beijing’s Great Wall & Forbidden City
- Shanghai’s Bund & Yu Garden
- Angkor Wat Temples
- Bangkok’s Grand Palace, Wat Trimit & Wat Po
- Beach Escape in Phuket
Price Starting From:
$7,385
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Hong Kong – New World Millinium
Shanghai – Hyatt on the Bund Hotel
Bangkok – Muse by M-Gallery Hotel
Hong Kong – Intercontinental Stanford
Siem Reap – Lotus Blanc Hotel
Phuket – Amatara Resort & Spa
Beijing – The Regent Hotel
Bangkok – SO Sofitel Hotel
Phuket – Katathani Resort & Spa
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