2019 20 Peregrine Adventures

Page created by Chris Duran
 
CONTINUE READING
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
ASIA

 2019-20
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
TRAVEL
 JUST GOT
 EVEN MORE
 REWARDING
 NOW EARN QANTAS
 POINTS ON PEREGRINE
 ADVENTURES*
* T&Cs apply
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
WELCOME TO

             PEREGRINE
  From our humble first steps in the foothills of Nepal, we’ve expanded to
 over 80 countries across all seven continents. Over 40 years of operating,
    one thing has stayed constant – our desire for authentic adventure.

     Our passionate guides and leaders will give you the story behind
        the well-known highlights, then help you find the smaller
          moments that make your journey truly unforgettable.

     With a maximum group size of just 12 people, you’ll be able to slip
    between alleys and see local secrets the big groups just can’t reach,
        and eat and stay in more intimate and authentic locations.

We’re a company built by travellers, for travellers, and it shows in every step.

                         Take your next one with us.
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
SMALL GROUP

          JOURNEYS
   At Peregrine, we believe small groups are the key to unlocking
   unforgettable adventures.

   Travelling in small groups of 12 or fewer means we can keep
   experiences spontaneous and authentic and discover local
   secrets. It’s the ideal number to duck between market stalls or
   sit down for a leisurely meal at a local family restaurant. Better
   still, sharing these moments with like-minded people elevates
   them to memories that you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

   WORLD-CLASS LEADERS With an intimate group, you’ll really
   get to know your leader. Share stories and meals, getting the
   chance to ask more questions and go deeper than
   the guidebook.

   HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATION We have the flexibility
   to stay in a wider range of lodgings, and we carefully select all
   our accommodation for a reason. Whether it’s the spectacular
   view, central location, historical relevance or all the above.

   EFFORTLESS TRAVEL We adapt our transport for each
   destination, without compromising on comfort. When we’re
   not travelling by tuk-tuk in Thailand, or on a traditional
   houseboat in India, we use private vehicles to reduce
   travel time.

   PEREGRINE MOMENTS
   After 40 years travelling the globe, we’ve learnt it’s the little things that make a trip
   memorable. Peregrine Moments lead you off the well-worn tourist trails and take
   you a little deeper into the culture. Sure, we’ll take you to visit the Terracotta Army,
   but we’ll also take you to lunch with a local Xi’an family to learn how tourism has
   impacted their lives since the statues were uncovered.

2 // peregrineadventures.com
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
LOCAL

KNOWLEDGE
Over 20 years ago, we became the first tour company
of our kind to exclusively employ local leaders in the
destinations we visit. Because who better to guide you
through the backstreets than someone who lives there?

Our trips feature plenty of guidebook highlights, but
you won’t stop there. Our leaders will help you to find
experiences that are intimate, authentic and memorable,
away from the well-worn path.

Our small group size guarantees you more one-on-one
time with your leader and the opportunity to develop a
meaningful relationship with them and the destination
you’re exploring.

Let our local leaders show you their world.
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
Travelling with Channa as my guide in Cambodia
   was an absolute privilege. More than just an
ambassador, she is a shining light for her country.
                          - Allison, Cambodia Discovery

                                                   peregrineadventures.com // 5
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
Navutu Dreams Resort & Spa, Siem Reap, Cambodia

                                                    HAND-PICKED

                      ACCOMMODATION
                          Travelling in small groups means we aren’t restricted to staying in larger chain
                          hotels. Our destination experts can seek out accommodation that better reflects
                          the style of the region.

                          You’ll spend less time waiting in queues for check-in and more time soaking up
                          your surrounds. We don’t subscribe to the idea that adventure means forgoing
                          comfort, and the accommodation we use is hand-picked for its quality, amenities
                          and location. All of our standard trips also include a special feature stay –
                          lodgings selected for their ability to enrich your experience. What that means will
                          change depending on the destination. From the royal rooms of a 15th‑century
                          Indian palace to a Hmong lodge outside of Chiang Mai, your stay will be
                          memorable for all the right reasons.

6 // peregrineadventures.com
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
FEATURE STAY                                             FEATURE STAY

Dera Khairwa, India                                       Aliya Resort & Spa, Sri Lanka
Sleep like a king in this 15th-century fortified palace   This refined, remote resort has an ideal location
owned and operated by royal descendants.                  overlooking the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

                                                                                        peregrineadventures.com // 7
2019 20 Peregrine Adventures
RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL
                       At Peregrine, we don’t think responsible travel has to mean roughing it.

                       We care deeply about how we balance visiting must-see destinations
                       with protecting landmarks and ecosystems, and we constantly review our
                       operations to look for ways to reduce our environmental footprint.

                       Any emissions created by the transport or accommodation used in our
                       trips are offset through the purchase of carbon credits, as part of our
                       decade-long commitment to being a carbon neutral business.

                       We’re industry leaders when it comes to animal welfare – in 2014
                       we were the first global tour operator to end elephant rides, and our
                       concerns about child protection saw us remove orphanage visits from
                       our itineraries in 2016.

                       We’re curious, just like our travellers. That’s why regardless of whether we
                       go to popular travel spots or lesser-known places, we always use local
                       knowledge to avoid the crowds and we make sure our trips contribute to
                       the local economy.

                       We’ve set a goal for our sustainable, small ship Adventure Cruising range
                       to be plastic-free by 2020, and we’re currently partnering with Travellers
                       Against Plastic to minimise disposable plastic use.

                       With Peregrine, it’s responsible travel that you can enjoy.

                                The Intrepid Foundation was set up to help local organisations improve
                                livelihoods through sustainable travel experiences. It now supports over 35
                                local, grassroots organisations around the world and empowers travellers
                                to have a positive impact on the communities they visit. Travellers can give
                                back by supporting a range of projects and not-for-profit organisations.

                                Find out how you can help at theintrepidfoundation.org

                                In 2018, Peregrine celebrated becoming a certified B Corp, making us the
                                largest in the travel industry. More than just a logo, B Corp certification is
                                a rigorous process that helps businesses to be better, and customers to
                                easily identify the difference between good business and good marketing. It
                                demonstrates our commitment to creating positive change for our planet,
                                our people and the local communities we visit.

8 // peregrineadventures.com
peregrineadventures.com // 9
REGRI              REGRI

                                                  NE

                                                                     NE
                                         PE

                                                             PE
                                             TRIP               TRIP

                           PEREGRINE NEW

                 EXPERIENCES
      We’ve been travelling the world for 40 years, and our spirit for adventure is just
      as strong now as when we took our first steps into the foothills of Nepal way
      back in 1978.

      Though we now operate in 80 countries across all seven continents, we’ll
      never stop seeking new adventures. In 2019 we’re introducing over 20 new
      experiences around the globe. For the first time this year, you’ll witness sunrise
      at Indonesia’s Mount Bromo and learn the intricate art of paper-cutting from a
      local master in Beijing.

      Below, find four of our favourite new trips across Asia, and look for the New Trip
      logo throughout the brochure to see more.

      Because you never outgrow adventure.

Northern Thailand Adventure                      Jewels of Uzbekistan
Get up close and under the surface of            Adventure through this historic, dynamic silk
Northern Thailand, page 36                       road country, page 56

Best of China                                    Java & Bali Explorer
Discover the mystery and history of Imperial     Experience Indonesia’s cultural hotspots and
China, page 46                                   unforgettable landscapes, page 37

                                                                  peregrineadventures.com // 11
PRIVATEGROUP
      PRIVATE  GROUPTRAVEL
                     TRAVEL
                      We understand that some travellers would prefer to see the world with a group of family or
                 We   understand
                   friends.  We can  that some
                                       help youtravellers  would prefertrip
                                                 create a tailor-made      to to
                                                                              seesuit
                                                                                   theany
                                                                                       world   withwhether
                                                                                           group,    a groupit’sof large
                                                                                                                   familyororsmall.
              friends. We can help you create a tailor-made trip to suit any group, whether it’s large or small.
                          Planning a romantic getaway with your significant other, or a family reunion? Choose
                     Planning
                        from one a romantic  getaway
                                    of our existing     with your
                                                    itineraries andsignificant
                                                                     talk to ourother,
                                                                                  teamorabout
                                                                                           a family  reunion?it.Choose
                                                                                                enhancing         We can add
                   fromactivities, elevate your accommodation to a luxury level or tailor the itinerary can
                           one  of our existing itineraries and  talk to our  team   about   enhancing    it. We  to a add
                                                                                                                        specific
                  activities,  elevate  your accommodation       to a luxury  level or tailor the itinerary
                     interest – like food or photography. You can even select your departure date when        to a specific
                                                                                                                        travelling
               interest – with
                             like food
                                   four or
                                        or photography.
                                           more people. YouUse can   even select
                                                                our expertise   to your
                                                                                   designdeparture
                                                                                            a uniquedate
                                                                                                       trip when    travelling
                                                                                                             for yourself.
                         with four or more people. Use our expertise to design a unique trip for yourself.

12 // peregrineadventures.com
USING THIS BROCHURE

Every Peregrine trip has been given a physical activity
rating, on a scale of 1-5.

l         These trips are a relaxing break. You
don’t have to worry about doing anything physically
demanding unless you want to.

ll         Some easy physical activities are included in
your trip. No physical preparation is required to make
the most of the journey.

lll          This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate
physical activities are included and a good level of
fitness is required.

llll        Be prepared for some serious physical
activity. The fitter you are, the more you’ll enjoy it, as
most activities will be challenging.

l l l l l Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure
with plenty of challenges and some extreme
conditions. You’ll be required to be seriously fit for this
trip, as difficult activities are included.

       GROUP WALKING TOURS
Most of our itineraries are designed for people with an average
level of fitness, but these involve a little bit of huff and puff.

 COMBINATION TRIPS
 This indicates two or three trips combined. On these trips,
 some travellers will do the whole journey while others
 will join halfway through. It can also mean the leader will
 change on different sections of the trip. Transfers between
 trips are included.

                      This icon is used to indicate key trips
                      that are consistently in high demand
                      and can sell out quickly.

                                       peregrineadventures.com // 13
SOUTH EAST ASIA
                                 The contrasts and contradictions of South East Asia are an
                                endless source of wonder. For every cobbled lane in Hoi An,
                                  there’s an underground Viet Cong tunnel in Cu Chi. For
                                 every carved face on Angkor Bayon, there’s a new piece of
                                           street art in the alleys of Phnom Penh.

                                 With Peregrine, you won’t be ticking off sights from behind
                                  a bus window. You’ll see these destinations up close and
                                through the eyes of locals. Our proudly homegrown leaders
                                  not only know how to set the perfect pace, they hold the
                                 key to all the secret spots you won’t see in a larger group.

14 // peregrineadventures.com
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
         Yangon                                                      Monsoon 25-35ºC
          Hanoi                                                      Very hot & dry 35ºC+
       Vientiane                                                     Hot & dry 25-35ºC
Ho Chi Minh City                                                     Hot & wet 25-35ºC
   Phnom Penh                                                        Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC
     Siem Reap
        Bangkok
          Phuket
    Yogyakarta

                                                                     peregrineadventures.com // 15
SOUTH EAST ASIA
                           COMBINATION TRIPS

                Can’t decide between Luang Prabang’s ancient splendour and Chiang Mai’s mist-shrouded
                 mountains? You can do both with our combination trips, and why not cruise through the
                emerald waters of Halong Bay while you’re at it? See these maps (and the trip pages) for our
                                             full selection of combo trips.

                                                      TURN THESE...
                                Northern Thailand Adventure                             Vietnam Snapshot
                   PATT         11 days, see page 36                      PAVT          8 days, see page 20

                                Cambodia Discovery                                      Cambodia In Depth
                   PACC         6 days, see page 30                       PACE          12 days, see page 29

                                Laos Highlights                                         Vintage Vietnam
                   PALS         5 days, see page 35                       PAVV          15 days, see page 18

                                                          Vietnam’s Essential Sapa
                                               PAES       6 days, see page 21

                                             …INTO A COMBO TRIP*
                                                                 Best of Northern Thailand, Laos & Cambodia
                 PATT + PALS + PACC = PABIC
                			                                              20 days, enter PABIC on our website
                                                                 Northern Thailand & Laos Experience
                  PATT + PALS = PATLC
                				                                             15 days, see page 34
                                                                 Indochina Explorer
                PATT + PALS + PAVT + PACC = PAIEC
                				                                             27 days, see page 27
                                                                 Indochina Insights
                 PATT + PALS + PAVT = PAIIC
                				                                             22 days, see page 33
                                                                 Heritage Vietnam & Cambodia
                  PAVT + PACC = PAHVC
                				                                             13 days, see page 26
                                                                 Jewels of Indochina
                  PACC + PAVV = PAJIC
                				                                             20 days, see page 24
                                                                 Cambodia & Vietnam In Depth
                  PACE + PAVV = PACVC
                				                                             26 days, see page 28
                                                                 Vietnam Insight
                  PAES + PAVT = PAVIC
                				                                             13 days, see page 22
                                                                 Laos & Cambodia Impressions
                  PALS + PACC = PALCC
                				                                             10 days, see page 32

16 // peregrineadventures.com
Sapa

                                                  PAES                        Halong Bay
                                                          Hanoi
                             LAOS
                         Luang Prabang

     Hmong Lodge
                       Mekong
 Chiang Mai            River               PALS
                PATT

                             Vientiane

   Sukhothai                                                                                  PAVT
                THAILAND                                                    Hue

                                                                         PAVV               Hoi An
  Uthai Thani

Kanchanaburi

                   Bangkok                                                        VIETNAM
                                   Angkor Wat
                                  Siem Reap   PACC
                              Battambang                   CAMBODIA

                                    PACE                                             Nha Trang

                                         Phnom Penh

                                            Kep                           Ho Chi Minh City

                                                                         Mekong Delta

                                                          * Connecting flights included on all combination trips
Hanoi, Vietnam

      Vintage Vietnam
      15 Days
      Day 1 Ho Chi Minh City Arrive in Ho Chi Minh                Day 4 Nha Trang Visit the astounding Cu            Imperial Citadel, including the Forbidden
      City and transfer to your hotel.                            Chi tunnels, then fly to Nha Trang. This           Purple City, in the afternoon.
                                                                       popular coastal city is bordered by           Day 10 Hue After a local breakfast of bun bo
      Peregrine Moments                                                mountains and beaches.                        hue (vermicelli and beef soup) take a cruise
      Island exploration – Nha Trang                                  Day 5 Nha Trang Venture out on a boat          on the Perfume River and visit the Thien Mu
      Get up close and personal with Nha Trang’s small                to explore the nearby islands today. Feast     Pagoda and Royal Tomb.
      islands and serene coastal life on a leisurely boat ride.       on fresh seafood and go snorkelling.           Day 11 Hanoi A city famous for its lakes,
      Enjoy a seafood lunch and snorkelling along the way.            Day 6 Hoi An Fly to Danang and then            boulevards, public parks and magnificent
      Sunset boat trip – Hoi An                                       travel to Hoi An. Declared a World             Old Quarter. Wander the ancient ‘36 streets’
      Take a sunset boat cruise on the Thu Bon River and              Heritage site, Hoi An’s Old Town has           and discover an amazing selection of shops,
      toast to the stunning views with onboard drinks.                been beautifully preserved and restored        then enjoy a water puppet performance
                                                                      to its original glory.                         and get behind the scenes of this long-
                                                                       Day 7 Hoi An See the historic sites of Hoi    running tradition at the home of a local
      Day 2 Mekong Delta Enjoy breakfast at KOTO                                                                     puppet master.
                                                                  An’s Old Town on a walking tour that includes
      restaurant – which helps disadvantaged
                                                                  lunch at a local restaurant.                       Day 12 Hanoi Explore the sights of Hanoi
      youths – before travelling to your guesthouse
                                                                  Day 8 Hoi An After enjoying some free time         on a tour, taking in the Temple of Literature,
      in the Mekong Delta. Explore its waterways
                                                                  to explore the city, take a boat trip on the Thu   One Pillar Pagoda and the former residence
      and learn about daily life on the Mekong.
                                                                  Bon River and sit back with some drinks as         of Vietnam’s most famous revolutionary,
      Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City Return to Ho Chi                                                                        Ho Chi Minh.
                                                                  Hoi An ends the day in a lovely evening glow.
      Minh City to visit the Reunification Palace,
                                                                  Day 9 Hue Drive to Hue via the Hai Van Pass,       Day 13 Halong Bay One of Vietnam’s most
      War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame
                                                                  a scenic stretch of mountainous highway,           scenic regions, Halong Bay is dotted with
      Cathedral and Post Office.
                                                                  then stop off at Lang Co Beach. Visit the          beaches and grottos, created over thousands

      18 // peregrineadventures.com
VIETNAM
                                                    SIGNATURE
                                                    ER

                                                                  IP
                                                         EGRINE TR

                                                    P
                                                         GNAT U

                                                               RE
                                                    SI
                                                         TRIP

                                                                                        Hanoi
                                                                                                  Halong Bay

                                                                                                Hue
                                                                                                        Hoi An

                                                                                           VIETNAM
                                                                                            Nha Trang

of years by waves and wind. Spend the night                                                        Ho Chi Minh City
                                                                                                Mekong Delta
on the bay and dine on deck by candlelight.
Day 14 Hanoi Return to Hanoi by bus,
stopping at a village known for its ceramics
                                                                       TRIP CODE: PAVV
on the way. Arrive in Hanoi in the afternoon
and celebrate the end of this adventure with                           PHYSICAL RATING l l
your new-found friends at a farewell dinner.
                                                                       Group size Maximum 12
Day 15 Hanoi The trip ends after breakfast.                            Accommodation 12 nights comfortable
                                                                       hotel, 1 night guesthouse, 1 night feature
                                                                       stay Halong Bay boat
                                                                       Transport Plane, boat, private vehicle
                                                                       Meals 14 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

                                                                       ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED

     FEATURE STAY                                                      Selected Wednesdays
                                                                       Enter trip code PAVV on our website
Halong Bay Boat, Halong Bay (Day 13)                                   peregrineadventures.com for a full list
Board a traditional boat and set sail on majestic                      of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
Halong Bay. Settle into comfortable twin share,
air-conditioned, en suite cabins, and enjoy a top                      Price See inside front cover
deck where you can bask in the unforgettable
karst scenery and experience a candlelit dinner
of fresh seafood.

                                                                                  peregrineadventures.com // 19
Halong Bay, Vietnam
                                                                                                                                       Hanoi
                                                                                                                                               Halong Bay
                                                                                                                                   VIETNAM

      Vietnam Snapshot                                                                                                                             Hoi An

      8 Days
      Day 1 Hanoi Arrive in Hanoi and take a                     Day 5 Hoi An Take a walking tour of this
      transfer to your hotel.                                    15th-century trading post for the Portuguese,                                 Ho Chi Minh City
                                                                     Chinese, Japanese and Dutch. In the
      Peregrine Moments                                              afternoon enjoy sunset drinks while
                                                                     cruising the Thu Bon River.
      Candlelit dinner on deck – Halong Bay                                                                        TRIP CODE: PAVT
      Take in one of the world’s natural wonders on a                Day 6 Ho Chi Minh City The morning is
                                                                     free for you to explore Hoi An. Transfer      PHYSICAL RATING l l
      traditional boat before sitting down to dinner by
      candlelight under the stars.                                   to Danang and fly to Ho Chi Minh City in
                                                                                                                   Group size Maximum 12
                                                                     the afternoon.
      Water puppet show – Hanoi                                                                                    Accommodation 6 nights comfortable
                                                                      Day 7 Ho Chi Minh City Before getting        hotel, 1 night feature stay Halong Bay boat
      Discover the traditional arts of Vietnam with a visit to
                                                                      to know modern-day Ho Chi Minh City          Transport Plane, boat, private vehicle
      the home of a seventh-generation water puppet master.
                                                                      catch a glimpse of its wartime past with
                                                                                                                   Meals 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
                                                                      a tour of the Viet Cong’s Cu Chi tunnels.
      Day 2 Halong Bay Drive to Halong Bay and                   Later visit the Reunification Palace, the site    ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
      discover why it inspires so much Vietnamese                of South Vietnam's surrender in 1975, and the
      legend. Cruise overnight on a comfortable                  War Remnants Museum on a city tour.               Selected Fridays
      boat, basking in sublime surroundings.                                                                       Enter trip code PAVT on our website
                                                                 Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City Your trip ends after       peregrineadventures.com for a full list
      Day 3 Hanoi Disembark at midday and return                 breakfast this morning.                           of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
      to Hanoi. Enjoy a unique water puppet
      performance hosted by a local puppet
                                                                                                                   Price See inside front cover
      master. Speak with the artist about the history
      of this traditional art.
      Day 4 Hoi An Take a guided half-day tour                                                                         FEATURE STAY
      of Hanoi that includes major sites like the
                                                                                                                  Halong Bay Boat, Halong Bay (Day 2)
      Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda,
                                                                                                                  Bask in unforgettable karst scenery aboard a
      and the former residence of Vietnam’s most
                                                                                                                  traditional boat with modern conveniences.
      famous revolutionary, Ho Chi Minh. Enjoy
                                                                                                                  At night enjoy a candlelit seafood dinner on the
      lunch at KOTO, a local initative, before                                                                    top deck, beneath a sea of stars.
      leaving for Hoi An in the afternoon.

      20 // peregrineadventures.com
VIETNAM
Sapa, Vietnam

                                                                                                                              Sapa VIETNAM

      Vietnam’s Essential Sapa                                                                                                         Hanoi

      6 Days
      Day 1 Hanoi Arrive in Hanoi for a taste of            Day 4 Sapa Make a short round-trip trek to
      Vietnam's capital city. If arriving early, perhaps    Lech Village in the Thanh Kim valley, then
      visit the Temple of Literature or One Pillar          share tea with a local family before free time
      Pagoda before meeting the group.                      in the afternoon. Perhaps pursue hiking trails
                                                                 of your choosing or soak up the views.
                                                                                                              TRIP CODE: PAES
      Peregrine Moments                                         Day 5 Hanoi Drive to Hanoi. Enjoy free
                                                                                                              PHYSICAL RATING l l l
                                                                time, perhaps with a visit to Hoan Kiem
      Three colours sticky rice – Sapa
                                                                Lake or the Ethnology Museum, or
      Visit the home of a local family in Lech Village to                                                     Group size Maximum 12
                                                                maybe spend some time in Hanoi’s lively
      sample a regional speciality and breakfast staple:                                                      Accommodation 4 nights comfortable
                                                                Old Quarter. Farewell fellow travellers
      three colours sticky rice.                                                                              hotel, 1 night feature stay Sapa
                                                                over dinner at KOTO, a philanthropic
                                                                                                              Transport Private vehicle
                                                                Hanoi institution that doubles as a
      Day 2 Sapa Journey by private vehicle from            hospitality training program for disadvantaged    Meals 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
      Hanoi to the verdant mountains of northwest           local youth.                                      ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
      Vietnam, a dramatic region featuring                  Day 6 Hanoi Your trip comes to an end after
      colourfully clothed locals and crisp fresh            breakfast this morning.                           Selected Sundays
      air. The area is home to a number of hill                                                               Enter trip code PAES on our website
      tribes including the Hmong, Dao and Tay                                                                 peregrineadventures.com for a full list
      people. Visit Cat Cat Village in the afternoon,                                                         of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
      followed by an evening spent taking in the
                                                                                                              Price See inside front cover
      dramatic, unforgettable vistas from your
      chalet-style resort in the hills.
      Day 3 Sapa Catch a bus to Lao Chai and set                                                                   FEATURE STAY
      out on a hike to the mountain village of Ta
      Van. Stop for lunch at a local home, then                                                              Victoria Resort, Sapa (Day 2)
      continue your scenic walk past lush rice                                                               Set atop a hill, this tranquil chalet-style resort
      terraces, bamboo forests and a stunning                                                                and spa commands spectacular views of the
                                                                                                             village of Sapa, the resort’s lush garden and
      waterfall to Giang Ta Chai.
                                                                                                             Vietnam’s highest peak, Mt Fansipan.

                                                                                                                           peregrineadventures.com // 21
Hoi An, Vietnam
                                                                                                                                    Sapa    Hanoi

                                                                                                                                              Halong Bay

      Vietnam Insight
                                                                                                                                  VIETNAM

                                                                                                                                                    Hoi An

      13 Days
      Day 1 Hanoi Arrive in Hanoi for an                         the evening and take an optional meal out at
      introduction to Vietnam's capital city. If                 one of Hanoi’s fantastic eating spots.                                        Ho Chi Minh City
      arriving early, perhaps visit the temples at               Day 7 Halong Bay Drive to Halong Bay and
      Hoan Kiem Lake before meeting the group in                 discover why its limestone karsts inspire local
      the evening.                                               legends. Cruise overnight on a comfortable
                                                                                                                    TRIP CODE: PAVIC
      Day 2 Sapa Journey from Hanoi to the                       boat, basking in sublime surroundings.
      verdant mountains of northwest Vietnam in                                                                     PHYSICAL RATING l l l
                                                                 Day 8 Hanoi Disembark at midday and return
      a private vehicle. In the afternoon visit Cat              to Hanoi. Enjoy a unique water puppet              Group size Maximum 12
      Cat Village followed by an evening of fresh                performance hosted by a local puppet               Accommodation 11 nights comfortable
      mountain air and unforgettable vistas.                     master. Speak with the artist about the history    hotel, 1 night feature stay Halong Bay boat
      Day 3 Sapa Spend the day trekking among                    of this traditional art.                           Transport Plane, boat, private vehicle
      spectacular highland scenery. Beginning at                 Day 9 Hoi An Take a guided tour of Hanoi           Meals 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
      Lao Chai, trek through and past terraced hills,            that includes major sites like the Temple
      bamboo jungle and waterfalls before arriving               of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda and the
      at Giang Ta Chai. Stop for a traditional lunch                                                                ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
                                                                 former residence of Vietnam’s most famous
      at a local home in Ta Van on the way.                      revolutionary, Ho Chi Minh. Enjoy lunch at         Selected Sundays
                                                                      KOTO before flying to Danang en route         Enter trip code PAVIC on our website
                                                                      to Hoi An.
      Peregrine Moments                                                                                             peregrineadventures.com for a full list
                                                                     Day 10 Hoi An Take a walking tour of           of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
      Water puppet performance – Hanoi
                                                                     this 15th-century trading post for the
      Discover the traditional arts of Vietnam with a visit to                                                      Price See inside front cover
                                                                     Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese and
      the home of a seventh-generation water puppet master.
                                                                     Dutch. In the afternoon enjoy sunset
      Sample local sticky rice – Sapa                                drinks while cruising the Thu Bon River.
                                                                                                                        FEATURE STAY
      Visit the home of a local family in Lech Village to            Day 11 Ho Chi Minh City The morning
      sample a regional speciality: three colours sticky             is free for you to explore Hoi An before      Halong Bay Boat, Halong Bay (Day 7)
      rice. Once reserved for special occasions, today this          transferring to Danang and flying to Ho       Bask in unforgettable karst scenery aboard a
      naturally dyed rice has become a breakfast staple.             Chi Minh City.                                traditional boat with modern conveniences. At
                                                                       Day 12 Ho Chi Minh City Catch a             night enjoy a candlelit seafood dinner on the top
                                                                                                                   deck, beneath a sea of stars.
      Day 4 Sapa Embark on a short walk to the                   glimpse of Vietnam’s wartime past with a
      Thanh Kim Valley and enjoy tea with a local                tour of the Viet Cong’s Cu Chi tunnels. Later
      family in Lech Village. Learn about local                  visit the Reunification Palace, site of South
      village life and sample coloured sticky rice, a            Vietnam’s surrender in 1975, and the War
      regional speciality.                                       Remnants Museum on a city tour.

      Day 5 Hanoi Return to Hanoi. Enjoy dinner at               Day 13 Ho Chi Minh City Your Vietnamese
      KOTO, a local philanthropic institution that               adventure ends after breakfast.
      doubles as a hospitality training program for
      disadvantaged local youth.                                  COMBINATION TRIP INFORMATION

      Day 6 Hanoi Enjoy a free day to explore. As                 This is a combination of itineraries PAES
      this is a combination trip, your group will                 and PAVT. For more information on
                                                                  Combination Trips, see pages 13, 16 & 17.
      likely change today. Meet new travellers in

      22 // peregrineadventures.com
VIETNAM
                                                                                                                       VIETNAM Hanoi
                                                                                                                                     Halong Bay

Vietnam Food Explorer                                                                                                                     Hue
                                                                                                                                 Hoi An

12 Days
Day 1 Hanoi Get a first taste of the Hanoi          Day 6 Hoi An Tour the Forbidden Purple
dining scene at a restaurant located in the         City with a guide before continuing south to                      Mekong Delta
                                                                                                                                       Ho Chi Minh City
city’s Old Quarter.                                 wander the lantern-strewn streets of Hoi An’s
Day 2 Hanoi Begin with a sunrise walk               Old Town. Embark on an evening street food
around Hoan Kiem Lake followed by a bowl            tour, savouring local dishes like banh bao
                                                    banh vac (shrimp dumplings).                         TRIP CODE: PAGF
of pho, a Hanoi breakfast favourite. Embark
on a half-day tour of Hanoi’s main sights,          Day 7 Hoi An Go deeper into the food of              PHYSICAL RATING l l
ending with a cup of tea at one of the city’s       central Vietnam with an introduction to the
                                                                                                         Group size Maximum 12
hidden teahouses. Pay a visit to Ngo Sy             cuisine’s signature flavours. Wander through
                                                                                                         Accommodation 9 nights comfortable
Lien Market to gain an insight into local           herb gardens at the edge of the city, then
                                                                                                         hotel, 1 night guesthouse, 1 night feature
ingredients. Then take part in a cooking class,     prepare dishes at Morning Glory Cooking              stay Halong Bay boat
feasting on your creations for dinner.              School, one of Hoi An’s most renowned
                                                                                                         Transport Plane, boat, private vehicle
                                                         culinary institutions.
                                                                                                         Meals 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
                                                        Day 8 Hoi An Enjoy a free day to delve
Peregrine Moments                                                                                        ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
                                                        deeper into all Hoi An has to offer.
Tea ceremony – Hanoi                                    Perhaps make the most of an optional
In the laneways of Hanoi, enjoy an intimate tea                                                          Selected Saturdays
                                                        early morning visit to the fish markets, or
ceremony at a neighbourhood teahouse.                                                                    Enter trip code PAGF on our website
                                                        why not rent a bicycle and explore the
                                                                                                         peregrineadventures.com for a full list
Candlelit dinner – Halong Bay                           surrounding countryside, followed by a           of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
Take in one of the world’s natural wonders on a         seafood dinner by the water.
traditional boat before sitting down to dinner by       Day 9 Ho Chi Minh City Take a short              Price See inside front cover
candlelight under the stars.                            flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy lunch
                                                        at an atmospheric villa before taking
                                                        in sights such as the War Remnants                   FEATURE STAY
Day 3 Halong Bay Board a boat and cruise            Museum. Later, participate in a cooking class
between the limestone peaks of Halong Bay.                                                              Halong Bay Boat, Halong Bay (Day 3)
                                                    with a chef who puts a contemporary twist
Cast a traditional net with a local fisherman                                                           Bask in unforgettable karst scenery aboard a
                                                    on classic Vietnamese dishes.
and explore the caves and grottoes of this                                                              traditional boat with modern conveniences. At
                                                    Day 10 Mekong Delta Travel to the Mekong            night enjoy a candlelit seafood dinner on the top
natural wonder before enjoying a candlelit
                                                    Delta and cruise down the river, perhaps            deck, beneath a sea of stars.
dinner on deck as the sun sets.
                                                    sampling some tropical fruit along the way.
Day 4 Hue Journey back to Hanoi where               Enjoy Vietnamese hospitality and cook
you’ll take a mid-afternoon flight to Hue,          South Vietnamese delicacies at a riverside
the former imperial capital of Vietnam. Your        guesthouse surrounded by orchards.
leader will take you on a stroll around the city
                                                    Days 11-12 Ho Chi Minh City Return to
then the evening is free to explore Hue’s Old
                                                    Ho Chi Minh City and celebrate your
Town and dining scene by night.
                                                    final evening with an aperitif at a rooftop
Day 5 Hue Welcome the day with a regional           establishment that overlooks the city,
bowl of bun bo hue (vermicelli and beef             followed by a dinner of modern Vietnamese
soup) then take a boat cruise along the             at its best at one of the city’s top restaurants.
Perfume River. In the evening, get a taste of       The trip concludes after breakfast on Day 12.
local hospitality with a home-cooked meal.

                                                                                                                     peregrineadventures.com // 23
Halong Bay, Vietnam

      Jewels of Indochina
      20 Days
      Day 1 Phnom Penh Sua s’dei! Welcome to                    familiar with the town. Tour the countryside     Day 10 Nha Trang Venture out on a boat to
      Cambodia. Transfer to your hotel and join the             in the afternoon before sipping sunset drinks.   explore the nearby islands today. Feast on
      group for a welcome meeting.                              Day 4 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap Spend the day       fresh seafood and go snorkelling.
                                                                    exploring the temples of Angkor, including   Day 11 Hoi An Fly to Danang and travel to Hoi
                                                                    Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm and Angkor Wat,        An. Declared a World Heritage site, Hoi An’s
      Peregrine Moments                                             with a lunchtime visit to the Sala Bai       Old Town has been beautifully restored
      Monastery visit – Phnom Penh                                  Hotel School.                                and preserved.
      Travel to a monastery to learn more about the life of a       Day 5 Siem Reap Travel out to see the        Day 12 Hoi An See the historic sites of Hoi
      monk. Burn incense and make a lotus flower offering           red-sandstone Banteay Srei temple and        An’s Old Town on a walking tour that includes
      before receiving a sacred water blessing.                     the 12th-century Preah Khan complex.         lunch at a local restaurant.
      Delicious local breakfast – Hue                               Day 6 Ho Chi Minh City Fly to the            Day 13 Hoi An After enjoying free time to
      Do as the locals do and start your day with a steaming        bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City.        explore the city, take a boat trip on the Thu
      bowl of bun bo hue (vermicelli and beef soup).                                                             Bon River and relax with some drinks as Hoi
                                                                    Day 7 Mekong Delta Enjoy breakfast at
                                                                    KOTO restaurant before travelling to a       An basks in a lovely evening glow.

      Day 2 Phnom Penh Sitting on a major                       guesthouse in the Mekong Delta. Explore its      Day 14 Hue Drive to Hue via the Hai Van Pass,
      junction at the meeting of the Mekong and                 waterways and learn about local life on the      a scenic mountain stretch of highway. Visit the
      Tonle Sap rivers, Phnom Penh is famous for                Mekong.                                          Imperial Citadel in the afternoon. Built in 1362,
      its French-inspired architecture. Take a                  Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City Travel back to Ho Chi     it served as the capital of Vietnam during the
      guided tour of the Tuol Sleng Genocide                    Minh City and visit the Reunification Palace,    reign of the Nguyen dynasty between 1802 and
      Museum and visit the sobering Choeung Ek                  War Remnants Museum, Post Office and             1945. Your tour includes the crumbling remains
      (Killing Fields) Memorial. Then it’s on to the            Notre Dame Cathedral.                            of the Forbidden Purple City.
      Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda before a visit             Day 9 Nha Trang Visit the astounding Cu Chi      Day 15 Hue Take a cruise on the Perfume
      to a Buddhist monastery.                                  Tunnels then fly to Nha Trang, a coastal city    River and visit the Thien Mu Pagoda and
      Day 3 Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap and get                  bordered by mountains and beaches.               Royal Tomb.

      24 // peregrineadventures.com
CAMBODIA, VIETNAM
                                                                                                                       VIETNAM
                                                                                                                       Hanoi
                                                                                                                                Halong Bay

                                                                                                                               Hue
                                                                                                                                     Hoi An

                                                                                                                     Angkor Wat
                                                                                                               Siem Reap CAMBODIA
                                                                                                                            Nha Trang
                                                                                                                Phnom Penh
                                                                                                                               Ho Chi Minh City
                                                                                                                  Mekong Delta
Day 16 Hanoi Welcome to Hanoi, famous for
                                                     FEATURE STAY
its lakes, boulevards, public parks and
magnificent Old Quarter. Wander the             Navutu Dreams Resort & Spa, Siem Reap
amazing selection of shops in the ancient ‘36   (Days 3-5)                                         TRIP CODE: PAJIC
streets’, then enjoy a water puppet             Sitting in the middle of lush tropical gardens,    PHYSICAL RATING l l
performance and go behind the scenes of         Navutu Dreams is a resort dedicated to wellness,
this long-running tradition at a local family   rejuvenation and balance.                          Group size Maximum 12
theatre.                                                                                           Accommodation 14 nights comfortable
Day 17 Hanoi Explore the sights of Hanoi on                                                        hotel, 1 night guesthouse, 3 nights feature
                                                                                                   stay Siem Reap, 1 night feature stay
a tour, taking in the Temple of Literature,
                                                                                                   Halong Bay boat
One Pillar Pagoda and the former stilt house
                                                                                                   Transport Plane, boat, private vehicle
residence of Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam’s most
famous revolutionary.                                                                              Meals 19 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners

Day 18 Halong Bay One of Vietnam’s most                                                            DEPARTURE DATES
scenic regions, Halong Bay is dotted with
beaches and grottos, created over thousands                                                        Selected Fridays
of years by waves and wind. Spend the night                                                        Enter trip code PAJIC on our website
                                                                                                   peregrineadventures.com for a full list
on the bay on a traditional boat and enjoy a
                                                                                                   of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
candlelit dinner on the deck under the stars.
Day 19 Hanoi Return to Hanoi by bus, then                                                          Price See inside front cover
enjoy a final dinner with the group.
Day 20 Hanoi This trip ends after breakfast.                                                       COMBINATION TRIP INFORMATION
                                                                                                   This is a combination of itineraries PACC
                                                                                                   and PAVV. For more information on
                                                                                                   Combination Trips, see pages 13, 16 & 17.

                                                                                                              peregrineadventures.com // 25
Hoi An, Vietnam

                                                                                                                                Hanoi
                                                                                                                                        Halong Bay
                                                                                                                            VIETNAM

      Heritage Vietnam                                                                                                                       Hoi An

      & Cambodia
                                                                                                                            Angkor Wat
                                                                                                                    Siem Reap
                                                                                                                                   Phnom
                                                                                                                    CAMBODIA Penh
                                                                                                                                        Ho Chi Minh City
      13 Days
      Day 1 Hanoi Arrive in Hanoi and transfer to         Day 6 Ho Chi Minh City Enjoy free time to
      your hotel.                                         explore Hoi An before transferring to Danang      TRIP CODE: PAHVC
      Day 2 Halong Bay Drive to the World                 and flying to Ho Chi Minh City.
                                                                                                            PHYSICAL RATING l l
      Heritage-listed Halong Bay and transfer             Day 7 Ho Chi Minh City Catch a glimpse of
      to a comfortable boat to explore the bay            Vietnam’s wartime past with a tour of the         Group size Maximum 12
      and discover why its limestone karsts have          Viet Cong’s Cu Chi tunnels. Later visit the       Accommodation 8 nights hotel, 1 night
      inspired so many legends. Cruise overnight,         Reunification Palace and War Remnants             feature stay Halong Bay boat, 3 nights
      basking in the sublime surroundings.                Museum on a city tour.                            feature stay Siem Reap
                                                                                                            Transport Plane, boat, private vehicle
                                                              Day 8 Phnom Penh Take an included
                                                                                                            Meals 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
      Peregrine Moments                                       flight and transfer to your hotel in the
                                                              Cambodian capital.                            ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
      Sunset drinks – Siem Reap
                                                              Day 9 Phnom Penh Explore Phnom Penh
      Stop to savour the setting sun at a scenic point                                                      Selected Fridays
                                                              on a full-day city tour. Visit the Silver
      overlooking the Cambodian countryside.                                                                Enter trip code PAHVC on our website
                                                              Pagoda and learn the dark history of the
                                                                                                            peregrineadventures.com for a full list
      Candlelit dinner – Halong Bay                           Khmer Rouge at Choeung Ek. Then visit         of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
      Take in one of the world’s natural wonders on a         a Buddhist temple to speak with monks
      traditional boat before sitting down to dinner by       and take part in a sacred water blessing.
                                                                                                            Price See inside front cover
      candlelight under the stars.
                                                                Day 10 Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap and
                                                                relax at your hotel before travelling to    COMBINATION TRIP INFORMATION
                                                          the countryside to learn about Cambodian          This is a combination of itineraries PAVT
      Day 3 Hanoi Disembark at midday and return
                                                          stilt homes and life in a farming village.        and PACC. For more information on
      to Hanoi. This afternoon, enjoy a unique
                                                          Sunset drinks at a scenic lookout cap the day     Combination Trips see pages 13, 16 & 17.
      Peregrine experience when you sit down to a
                                                          off.
      water puppet performance hosted by a local
      puppet master.                                      Day 11 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap Spend the               FEATURE STAY
                                                          day exploring the temples of Angkor (such
      Day 4 Hoi An Take a guided half-day tour                                                             Navutu Dreams Resort & Spa, Siem Reap
                                                          as Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm and Angkor Wat).
      of Hanoi that includes major sites like the                                                          (Days 10-12)
                                                          Lunch is at Sala Bai Hotel School, where local
      Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda, and                                                         Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Navutu
                                                          youths learn skills that will help them gain
      the former residence of the revolutionary Ho                                                         Dreams is a resort dedicated to wellness,
                                                          employment.
      Chi Minh. Enjoy lunch at KOTO before flying                                                          rejuvenation and balance.
      to Danang and transferring to Hoi An.               Day 12 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap Travel out
                                                          to see the red sandstone Banteay Srei temple
      Day 5 Hoi An Take a walking tour of this
                                                          and the 12th-century Preah Khan complex.
      15th-century trading post for the Portuguese,
      Chinese, Japanese and Dutch. In the                 Day 13 Siem Reap Bid farewell to your travel
      afternoon enjoy sunset drinks while cruising        group as your South East Asian adventure
      the Thu Bon River.                                  ends after breakfast this morning.

      26 // peregrineadventures.com
THAILAND, LAOS, CAMBODIA, VIETNAM
Kanchanaburi, Thailand
                                                                                                                                       Luang   Hanoi
                                                                                                                                     Prabang
                                                                                                                                           LAOS         Halong Bay
                                                                                                                    Hmong Lodge

      Indochina Explorer
                                                                                                                       Chiang Mai
                                                                                                                        Sukhothai         Vientiane
                                                                                                                                     THAILAND               Hoi An
                                                                                                                       Uthai Thani
                                                                                                                     Kanchanaburi          Angkor Wat
      27 Days                                                                                                               Bangkok      Siem CAMBODIA
                                                                                                                                         Reap

      Days 1-2 Bangkok Bustling Bangkok is ready            Day 10 Chiang Mai Start the day with a visit to                                Phnom          VIETNAM
                                                                                                                                             Penh      Ho Chi Minh City
      to meet you. Visit Wat Po and its astounding          a local market to pick up an offering to take
      Reclining Buddha, stop in at the majestic             to Wat Suan Dok temple. Here you will find
      Grand Palace, and enjoy a boat tour of the            Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University,
                                                                                                                   TRIP CODE: PAIEC
      city’s khlongs (canals) to see a more tranquil        where Buddhist monks are educated. Take
      side of the city.                                     the chance to ask them more about their                PHYSICAL RATING l l

      Days 3-4 Kanchanaburi Travel to                       schooling and lifestyle.
                                                                                                                   Group size Maximum 12
      Kanchanaburi’s Hellfire Pass Memorial                 Days 11-13 Luang Prabang Fly to beautiful              Accommodation 16 nights hotel, 2 nights
      Museum and take a journey along the ‘death            Luang Prabang, the jewel in Laos’ crown and            resort, 1 night feature stay Hmong Lodge,
      railway’. Drive to the Erawan National Park           enjoy a Baci ceremony. Take a boat trip on             1 night feature stay Halong Bay boat, 3
      and see the cascading seven-tiered waterfall.         the Mekong River and visit the Pak Ou Caves.           nights feature stay Siem Reap, 3 nights
      Pay your respects at a POW graveyard at the           You’ll see the blue-green cascades of Kuang            feature stay Luang Prabang
      Kanchanaburi war cemetery and museum.                 Si Waterfall and the Bear Rescue Centre.               Transport Plane, private vehicle, bicycle,
                                                                                                                   tuk-tuk, boat
      Day 5 Uthai Thani After exploring the                 Day 14 Vientiane Take a guided tour of the
      fern-filled caves of Hup Pa Tat, continue to          capital of Laos, stopping at Wat Si Saket, Hor         Meals 26 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 9 dinners
      Uthai Thani and the nearby Wat Tha Sung               Prakeo, Patuxai (Victory Gate) and That Luang.         ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
      (Crystal Palace). Dine at sunset on a                    Days 15-17 Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi
      traditional rice barge.                                                                                      Selected Fridays
                                                               Take a flight to Hanoi. Drive to Halong Bay,
                                                                                                                   Enter trip code PAIEC on our website
                                                                    where limestone karsts jut from emerald
                                                                                                                   peregrineadventures.com for a full list
      Peregrine Moments                                             waters, and spend the night on a
                                                                                                                   of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
      Baci ceremony – Luang Prabang                                 traditional boat. Return to Hanoi and
      Be welcomed to Laos with a string-tying ceremony              enjoy a water puppet performance
                                                                                                                   Price See inside front cover
      meant to ‘re-tie’ the 32 souls (khuan) that protect you,      hosted by a local master.
      putting them back in harmony and bringing good luck.          Days 18-19 Hoi An Stroll through this          COMBINATION TRIP INFORMATION
                                                                    15th-century trading post on a walking
      Sunset boat trip – Hoi An                                                                                    This is a combination of itineraries PATT,
                                                                    tour and enjoy sunset drinks while             PALS, PAVT and PACC. For more information
      Take a boat trip on the Thu Bon River and enjoy some
                                                                    cruising the Thu Bon River.                    on Combination Trips see pages 13, 16 & 17.
      drinks as you watch picturesque Hoi An bask in a
      sunset glow.                                                  Days 20-21 Ho Chi Minh City Glimpse
                                                                    this city’s wartime past at the Viet Cong’s        FEATURE STAY
                                                                    Cu Chi tunnels. Later, visit the
      Days 6-7 Sukhothai Travel to Sukhothai, one                                                                 Hmong Hilltribe Lodge, Mae Rim (Day 8)
                                                               Reunification Palace and War Remnants
      of the first ancient capitals of Siam. Enjoy a
                                                               Museum on a city tour.                             Nestled in the Suthep-Pui mountain range, this
      bike ride around the city’s World Heritage-
                                                               Days 22-23 Phnom Penh Tour Cambodia’s              jungle lodge provides a unique opportunity to
      listed historic park before a picnic lunch.                                                                 experience traditional Hmong culture amid
                                                               wild capital and visit a monastery to learn
      Day 8 Hmong Lodge Travel into rolling green                                                                 striking natural beauty.
                                                               more about local Theravada Buddhism.
      countryside to spend an evening with the
      indigenous Hmong people. Enjoy an open-air               Day 24 Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap and travel
      barbecue and a cultural performance from                 to a verdant countryside village. Sunset drinks
      the locals.                                              at a scenic lookout cap off the day.

      Day 9 Chiang Mai Learn about the protection           Days 25-27 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap Explore
      and rehabilitation of the gentle giants at the        the stunning temple complex of Angkor
      Elephant Nature Park on the way to Chiang             before lunch at Sala Bai Hotel School, which
      Mai. In the evening, take a street food tour of       teaches local youths hospitality skills. See the
      the city’s Old Town. Sample dishes like khao          impressive, lesser-known Banteay Srei temple
      man gai and khao kha moo from local shops             and 12th-century Preah Khan complex, then
      not normally frequented by tourists.                  rest your feet and toast a wonderful trip.

                                                                                                                               peregrineadventures.com // 27
Hanoi, Vietnam

                                                                                                                                        Hanoi
                                                                                                                                                  Halong Bay
                                                                                                                                 VIETNAM

      Cambodia & Vietnam                                                                                                CAMBODIA
                                                                                                                                                Hue

                                                                                                                                        Angkor Wat
                                                                                                                                                       Hoi An

      In Depth                                                                                                             Battambang
                                                                                                                             Phnom Penh
                                                                                                                                   Kep
                                                                                                                                         Siem Reap
                                                                                                                                                         Nha Trang

                                                                                                                                                  Ho Chi Minh City
                                                                                                                                                Mekong Delta

      26 Days
      Day 1 Phnom Penh Sua s'dei. Welcome                      with a local farming community before things        TRIP CODE: PACVC
      to Cambodia. Transfer to your hotel, take                heat up during a traditional cooking class.         PHYSICAL RATING l l
      some time to settle in, then dine with fellow            Days 9-10 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap Explore
      travellers at Friends the Restaurant.                                                                        Group size Maximum 12
                                                               the Angkor complex, taking in Angkor
      Day 2 Phnom Penh Confront Cambodia's                     Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm and of course                 Accommodation 1 night guesthouse, 17
                                                                                                                   nights hotel, 2 nights resort, 1 night feature
      tragic past, visiting the Tuol Sleng Genocide            the spectacular Angkor Wat. Enjoy lunch
                                                                                                                   stay Halong Bay boat, 4 nights feature stay
      Museum and the harrowing Choeung Ek                      at the Sala Bai Hotel School, where local
                                                                                                                   Siem Reap
      Memorial. Travel to a Theravada Buddhist                 youths learn skills that will help them gain
                                                                                                                   Transport Plane, boat, private vehicle,
      monastery and learn more about Buddhist                  employment in hospitality.
                                                                                                                   cyclo, remork
      culture while you meet with the local monks.             Day 11 Siem Reap Travel to a rural local            Meals 25 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
      Day 3 Kep Drive south to Kampot via Phnom                village, take a walk through the rice fields and
      Chisor mountain temple. Enjoy a relaxing                 learn about Cambodian stilt homes and life in       ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
      boat cruise up the Kampot River, watching                a typical farming village.                          Selected Saturdays
      the sun set behind the Elephant Mountains.               Day 12 Ho Chi Minh City Arrive in Ho Chi            Enter trip code PACVC on our website
      Day 4 Kep Visit the Kampot Pepper Project                Minh City and transfer to your hotel.               peregrineadventures.com for a full list
      and Cambodia's only salt field. Walk by scenic                                                               of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
                                                               Day 13 Mekong Delta Enjoy breakfast at
      rice paddies, visit a cave temple, and stroll            KOTO restaurant before travelling to a              Price See inside front cover
      along lovely Kep beach.                                  guesthouse in the Mekong Delta. Learn about
                                                                   local life and explore the Mekong before        COMBINATION TRIP INFORMATION
                                                                   a local speciality dinner.
      Peregrine Moments                                                                                            This is a combination of itineraries PACE
                                                                   Days 14-15 Ho Chi Minh City Visit the           and PAVV. For more information on
      Kampot River trip – Kep                                      Reunification Palace, the War Remnants          Combination Trips see pages 13, 16 & 17.
      Witness the sights and sounds of everyday life on the        Museum and Notre Dame Cathedral.
      Kampot River. As the sun sets behind the Elephant                                                           Day 24 Halong Bay Spend the night in one
                                                                   Explore and learn about the Cu Chi
      Mountains, the engines will be shut off and the sounds                                                      of Vietnam’s most scenic regions. Explore
                                                                   tunnels before flying to Nha Trang.
      of rural Cambodia take centre stage.                                                                        Halong Bay’s limestone pillars by boat and
                                                                   Day 16 Nha Trang Explore the nearby            dine on deck by candlelight under the stars.
      Island exploration – Nha Trang                               islands by boat, visit a fishing village and
      A boat ride, seafood lunch and snorkelling trip in Nha                                                      Days 25-26 Hanoi Return to Hanoi by private
                                                                   snorkel Nha Trang’s pristine waters.
      Trang gets you up close and personal with this coastal                                                      vehicle, stopping at Dong Trieu Factory to
                                                                   Days 17-19 Hoi An Tour the ancient             watch locals working on traditional ceramics.
      area of Vietnam.
                                                                   town and its historic buildings. Take an       Your trip ends after breakfast on Day 26.
                                                                   optional cooking class, a trip to My Son
      Day 5 Phnom Penh After a free morning                    Cham or go to the nearby beach. Watch the               FEATURE STAY
      in Kep return to Phnom Penh and take an                  sun set over Hoi An from a boat on the river.
      included cyclo (bicycle-powered rickshaw)                Days 20-21 Hue Drive to Hue via the Hai Van        Halong Bay Boat, Halong Bay (Day 24)
      tour of the city’s pulsating streets.                    Pass and Lang Co Beach. Take a cruise on the       Bask in unforgettable karst scenery aboard a
      Days 6-7 Battambang Travel to Battambang.                Perfume River and visit the Imperial Citadel.      traditional boat with modern conveniences.
                                                                                                                  At night enjoy a candlelit seafood dinner on the
      Stop in Kampong Chhnang to learn about                   Days 22-23 Hanoi This city is famous for
                                                                                                                  top deck, beneath a sea of stars.
      pottery and silversmithing before heading                its lakes, boulevards and magnificent Old
      to Prasat Phnom Banan Winery for a tasting.              Quarter. Enjoy a unique water puppet
      Visit Wat Kor village and learn about the local          performance and explore the sights on
      produce including sticky rice, rice paper,               a guided tour, taking in the Temple of
      dried banana and fish paste.                             Literature, One Pillar Pagoda and more.
      Day 8 Siem Reap Travel to Siem Reap by                   Wander the ancient '36 streets' and discover
      private vehicle. After lunch, spend some time            an amazing selection of shops.

      28 // peregrineadventures.com
CAMBODIA, VIETNAM
Phnom Penh, Cambodia

                                                                                                                         Angkor Wat

     Cambodia In Depth
                                                                                                                                    Siem Reap
                                                                                                                     Battambang
                                                                                                                                       CAMBODIA

                                                                                                                                         Phnom Penh

     12 Days                                                                                                                  Kep

     Day 1 Phnom Penh Welcome to Cambodia.                      wooden houses and see the sunset as fruit
     Transfer to your hotel, settle in, then dine with          bats fly out of a limestone cave.
     your travel group at Friends the Restaurant.               Day 8 Siem Reap Travel by private vehicle to
                                                                    Siem Reap. Later, head to the countryside

     Peregrine Moments                                              to prepare a three-course gourmet meal,       TRIP CODE: PACE
                                                                    experience local village life and enjoy
                                                                                                                  PHYSICAL RATING l l
     Boat cruise – Kep                                              your culinary creations.
     Watch the sun set over mountains on a boat cruise up            Day 9 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap Explore         Group size Maximum 12
     the Kampot River, enjoying the quiet rural ambience             the Angkor complex, taking in Angkor         Accommodation 5 nights hotel, 2 nights
     and watching for fireflies.                                     Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm and of course          resort, 4 nights feature stay Siem Reap
     Fruit bats – Battambang                                         the spectacular Angkor Wat. For lunch,       Transport Private vehicle, cyclo, remork
     Witness thousands of fruit bats exit a limestone cave to        dine at the Sala Bai Hotel School, where
                                                                                                                  Meals 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
     embark on the evening’s feeding frenzy.                         local youths learn skills that help them
                                                                     gain employment in hospitality.              ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
                                                                    Day 10 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap
     Day 2 Phnom Penh Confront Cambodia’s                                                                         Selected Saturdays
                                                                Embrace an early rise and take in the
     tragic past at the Tuol Sleng Genocide                                                                       Enter trip code PACE on our website
                                                                awe-inspiring sight of Angkor at dawn. Enjoy      peregrineadventures.com for a full list
     Museum and Choeung Ek Memorial. Also
                                                                another full day to further explore the           of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
     meet Theravada monks in a monastery and
                                                                complex. In the evening, perhaps unwind
     partake in a sacred water blessing.
                                                                with a Khmer massage once back in town.           Price See inside front cover
     Day 3 Kep Drive south to Kampot via Phnom
                                                                Day 11 Siem Reap Drive to a rural village for a
     Chisor mountain temple. Watch the sun set
                                                                morning visit. Witness the daily workings of
     over the Boko Mountain Range on a boat
                                                                farm life and see buffalo and cows roaming in
     cruise up the Kampot River, enjoying the
                                                                the fields.
     quiet rural ambience.
                                                                Day 12 Siem Reap Farewell the leader and
     Day 4 Kep Visit the Kampot Pepper Project
                                                                group as this journey draws to a close.
     and Cambodia’s only salt field. Walk by scenic
     rice paddies, visit a cave temple, and stroll
     along lovely Kep beach, where ghostly ruined                    FEATURE STAY
     mansions line the ocean front.
                                                                Navutu Dreams Resort & Spa, Siem Reap
     Day 5 Phnom Penh Enjoy a free morning in                   (Days 8-11)
     Kep before returning to Phnom Penh. After
                                                                This intimate resort dedicated to wellness and
     lunch, see the city’s vibrant streets from a
                                                                balance is set amid lush tropical gardens.
     differen angle on a cyclo (bicycle rickshaw)
     tour, observing its Indo-Chinese influences
     and modern bustle.
     Day 6 Battambang On the way to this
     charming riverside town stop in Kampong
     Chhnang province for an insight into clay
     pottery and silversmithing.
     Day 7 Battambang Take a remork (tuk-tuk)
     out into the countryside. Meet locals and
     farmers in Wat Kor village, explore the stilted

                                                                                                                             peregrineadventures.com // 29
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia

     Cambodia Discovery
     6 Days
     Day 1 Phnom Penh Sua s’dei! Welcome to                        like to go for a drink at the Foreign              Day 4 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap Spend the
     Phnom Penh. Transfer to the hotel then meet                   Correspondents’ Club afterwards.                   day exploring the amazing temples of Angkor
     your group in the evening. If you have free                   Day 2 Phnom Penh Take a guided tour of the         including Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm and
     time in the afternoon, perhaps stroll the                     Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and a sobering          Angkor Wat. Of all the temples visited today,
     streets and take in the interesting French                    visit to the Killing Fields of the Choeung Ek      Bayon Temple is the centrepiece with over
                                                                        Memorial that tells the story of the tragic   200 smiling carved faces and more than 50
                                                                        legacy of the Khmer Rouge. Then it’s on       gothic towers. Have lunch at the Sala Bai
     Peregrine Moments                                                                                                Hotel School, where local youth learn skills to
                                                                        to the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
     Water blessing ritual – Phnom Penh                                 before an enlightening visit to a Buddhist    help them gain employment. Enjoy a free
     Travel to a monastery to learn more about the life of a            monastery, where you’ll get to meet the       evening to experience Siem Reap’s nightlife,
     monk. Burn incense and make a lotus flower offering                monks and enjoy a sacred water blessing       perhaps people-watching in the chaotic
     before receiving a sacred water blessing.                          for good luck and prosperity.                 surrounds of Pub Street, a backpacker’s
                                                                                                                      favourite, or discovering a rooftop bar away
     Countryside village walking tour – Siem Reap                      Day 3 Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap and
                                                                                                                      from the crowds.
     Gain an insight into life in a typical farming village on a       familiarise yourself with the town. Travel
     walking tour through rice fields and past stilt homes in a        into the countryside to a local farming
     village near Siem Reap.                                           community, walk through rice fields and
                                                                       learn about Cambodian stilt homes and
                                                                       life in a typical farming village. Hear how
     colonial architecture. The National Museum,
                                                                   an NGO called Husk Cambodia is working
     with its collection of classic Khmer
                                                                   directly with the community, then end the
     craftsmanship, is well worth a visit. Dinner
                                                                   day with a stop for a sunset drink at a scenic
     tonight will be at a restaurant run by the
                                                                   point overlooking the landscape.
     Friends International organisation. You might

     30 // peregrineadventures.com
CAMBODIA
                                                                                 SIGNATURE
                                                                                  ER

                                                                                                IP
                                                                                       EGRINE TR

                                                                                P
                                                                                       GNAT U

                                                                                              RE
                                                                                 SI
                                                                                       TRIP                         LAOS

                                                                                                            Angkor Wat
                                                                                                                     Siem Reap

                                                                                                                         CAMBODIA

                                                                                                                  Phnom Penh

Day 5 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap An optional
                                                       FEATURE STAY
early start to catch the sunrise at Angkor Wat
is well worth the effort. Afterwards, travel to
                                                  Navutu Dreams Resort & Spa, Siem Reap
see the red sandstone Banteay Srei temple
                                                  (Days 3-5)
and 12th‑century Preah Khan complex. The
                                                  Rejuvenate at this intimate resort dedicated to
                                                                                                     TRIP CODE: PACC
afternoon is free for further temple exploring                                                       PHYSICAL RATING l l
                                                  wellness and balance, set amid tropical gardens.
or, for a more calming pursuit, perhaps book
a traditional Khmer massage. In the evening,                                                         Group size Maximum 12
toast the end of this Cambodian adventure                                                            Accommodation 2 nights hotel, 3 nights
with a final group dinner.                                                                           feature stay Siem Reap
Day 6 Siem Reap This trip comes to an end                                                            Transport Plane, private vehicle
after breakfast. There are no activities                                                             Meals 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
planned and you’re free to depart Siem Reap
at any time.                                                                                         ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED

                                                                                                     Selected Fridays
                                                                                                     Enter trip code PACC on our website
                                                                                                     peregrineadventures.com for a full list
                                                                                                     of 2019 & 2020 departure dates

                                                                                                     Price See inside front cover

                                                                                                                peregrineadventures.com // 31
REGRI                        REGRI

                                                                                                                     NE

                                                                                                                                                      NE
                                                                                                       PE

                                                                                                                                      PE
                                                                                                             TRIP                          TRIP

Luang Prabang, Laos

                                                                                                                                                    Luang
                                                                                                                                                    Prabang
                                                                                                                                                      LAOS

      Laos & Cambodia Impressions                                                                                                       Vientiane

      10 Days                                                                                                                                Angkor Wat
                                                                                                                                          Siem Reap
      Day 1 Luang Prabang Arrive in historic                      acquainted with the city’s French colonial                                                  CAMBODIA
      Luang Prabang and participate in a traditional              architecture before dining at a fantastic                                Phnom Penh
      Baci ceremony.                                              restaurant run by Friends International.
      Day 2 Luang Prabang Witness an alms-giving                  Day 6 Phnom Penh See the Royal Palace and
      ceremony, a sacred daily tradition where                    sacred Silver Pagoda. Learn the tragic legacy
                                                                                                                        TRIP CODE: PALCC
      locals offer rice, fruit and sweets to monks at             of the Khmer Rouge with a sobering visit to
                                                                                                                        PHYSICAL RATING l l
      sunrise. Visit the Traditional Arts and                     the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the
      Ethnology Centre and enjoy a leisurely                      Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. Head out of town        Group size Maximum 12
      lunchtime boat trip along the Mekong River                  for an enlightening visit to a working Buddhist
                                                                                                                        Accommodation 3 nights hotel, 3 nights
      to the Pak Ou Caves.                                        monastery.                                            feature stay Luang Prabang, 3 nights
                                                                      Day 7 Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap, then            feature stay Siem Reap
      Peregrine Moments                                               travel to the countryside. Learn about life       Transport Plane, private vehicle, tuk-tuk,
                                                                      in a typical farming village and how an           boat
      Baci ceremony – Luang Prabang                                   NGO is working with the community to              Meals 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
      Be traditionally welcomed to Laos with a Baci ceremony,         improve the lives of local families. End the
      a Laos custom usually performed at important events in          day with a sunset drink at a scenic point.        ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
      a person’s life.
                                                                      Days 8-9 Angkor Wat – Siem Reap                   Selected Mondays
      Countryside village walking tour – Siem Reap                    Enjoy two days of guided tours of the             Enter trip code PALCC on our website
      Gain an insight into life in a typical farming village on       fascinating temples of Angkor, with               peregrineadventures.com for a full list
      a walking tour through rice fields and past Cambodian           in-depth insights into the history of these       of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
      stilt homes in a village near Siem Reap.                        extraordinary structures and plenty of
                                                                      time at the iconic Angkor Wat.                    Price See inside front cover
                                                                  Day 10 Siem Reap Farewell your group as this
      Day 3 Luang Prabang Visit Ock Pop Tok,                                                                            COMBINATION TRIP INFORMATION
                                                                  trip comes to an end after breakfast.
      a social enterprise that supports local                                                                           This is a combination of itineraries PALS
      weavers and artisans. Head out of town                                                                            and PACC. For more information on
      to the Kuang Si Waterfall and nearby Bear                                                                         Combination Trips see pages 13, 16 & 17.
      Rescue Centre.
      Day 4 Vientiane Fly to Vientiane and tour the
      city’s main sights, including Wat Si Saket and                                                                        FEATURE STAY
      Pha That Luang. Visit COPE, an enterprise that
      makes orthotics and prosthetics accessible for
                                                                                                                       Navutu Dreams Resort & Spa, Siem Reap
      those affected by landmines.
                                                                                                                       (Days 7-9)

      Day 5 Phnom Penh Leave Laos behind and fly                                                                       Rejuvenate at this intimate resort dedicated to
      to Phnom Penh. Enjoy a free afternoon to get                                                                     wellness and balance, set amid tropical gardens.

      32 // peregrineadventures.com
CAMBODIA, LAOS, THAILAND, VIETNAM
Hoi An, Vietnam
                                                                                                                                      Luang      Hanoi
                                                                                                                                    Prabang
                                                                                                                                              LAOS       Halong Bay
                                                                                                                  Hmong Lodge

      Indochina Insights
                                                                                                                     Chiang Mai
                                                                                                                      Sukhothai           Vientiane

                                                                                                                      Uthai Thani                            Hoi An
                                                                                                                                      THAILAND
                                                                                                                   Kanchanaburi
                                                                                                                                       Bangkok
      22 Days                                                                                                                                                VIETNAM

      Days 1-2 Bangkok Welcome to the buzz of                then arrive in Chiang Mai and explore the                                                   Ho Chi Minh City
      Bangkok. Visit the larger-than-life temple             alleys of the old town on a street food tour.
      complex of Wat Po and its astounding                   Visit Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya
      Reclining Buddha, stop in at the majestic              University – where monks go to study.
      Grand Palace, and enjoy a boat tour of the             Days 11-13 Luang Prabang Get acquainted              TRIP CODE: PAIIC
      city’s khlongs (canals) to see a more tranquil         with the French-infused charm of Luang               PHYSICAL RATING l l
      side of this often frantic city.                       Prabang. Enjoy a traditional Baci ceremony
                                                                 after you arrive, designed to unify the          Group size Maximum 12
                                                                 myriad spirits that many Laotians believe        Accommodation 17 nights hotel, 2 nights
      Peregrine Moments                                          inhabit the body. The next day, partake in       resort, 1 night feature stay Hmong lodge, 1
                                                                                                                  night feature stay Halong Bay boat
      Visit to Ock Pop Tok – Luang Prabang                       an alms-giving ritual with the local
      Producing hand-loomed textiles from more than a            monks, then travel upstream along the            Transport Plane, private vehicle, boat,
                                                                                                                  tuk-tuk, bicycle, train, songthaew
      dozen ethnic groups, Ock Pop Tok is a great place to       Mekong River to visit the fascinating Pak
      learn – and shop.                                          Ou Caves. On the final day, shop at Ock          Meals 21 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners

      Water puppet show – Hanoi                                  Pop Tok, a social enterprise dealing in          ALL DEPARTURE DATES GUARANTEED
      Discover one of the traditional arts of Vietnam with       beautiful handicrafts. Visit the Kuang Si
                                                                 Waterfall and nearby Bear Rescue Centre.         Selected Fridays
      a special visit and show at the home of a water
                                                                  Day 14 Vientiane Take an early flight to        Enter trip code PAIIC on our website
      puppet master.
                                                                                                                  peregrineadventures.com for a full list
                                                                  Vientiane then tour the city, stopping in
                                                                                                                  of 2019 & 2020 departure dates
                                                                  at Wat Si Saket, Hor Prakeo, Patuxai
      Days 3-4 Kanchanaburi Travel to                        (Victory Gate) and That Luang. Also visit
      Kanchanaburi, where WWII Allied prisoners of                                                                Price See inside front cover
                                                             COPE, local providers of prosthetic, orthotic
      war and conscripted Asian labourers built a            and rehabilitation services.                         COMBINATION TRIP INFORMATION
      rail route to Myanmar (Burma). Visit the
                                                             Day 15 Hanoi Fly to Hanoi and transfer to            This is a combination of itineraries PATT,
      Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum before
                                                             your hotel. Perhaps head out for some pho in         PALS and PAVT. For more information on
      making the short drive to the radiant Erawan
                                                             the evening.                                         Combination Trips see pages 13, 16 & 17.
      National Park, where a stunning waterfall
      flows over seven tiers.                                Day 16 Halong Bay Travel to stunning Halong
                                                             Bay and sail past limestone karsts, spending        drinks while cruising the Thu Bon River on
      Day 5 Uthai Thani Drive to Hup Pa Tat, a
                                                             the night on a traditional boat.                    your final evening in the city of canals.
      beautiful green valley surrounded by
      limestone mountains. Continue to Uthai                 Day 17 Hanoi Return to Hanoi and enjoy a            Days 20-22 Ho Chi Minh City Enjoy a free
      Thani town for lunch, and visit nearby Wat             unique water puppet performance hosted by           morning to explore Hoi An before travelling
      Tha Sung. Dine at sunset on a traditional rice         a local family. Speak with the artist about the     to Ho Chi Minh City. Glimpse Vietnam’s
      barge.                                                 history and significance of this tradition.         wartime past with a tour of the Viet Cong’s
      Days 6-7 Sukhothai Travel by private vehicle           Days 18-19 Hoi An After a morning city tour         Cu Chi tunnels. Later, visit the Reunification
      to one of the ancient capitals of Siam, the city       of Hanoi, travel to Hoi An, which was an            Palace, site of South Vietnam’s surrender in
      of Sukhothai. Jump on a bike and explore the           important trading post for the Portuguese,          1975, and the War Remnants Museum. Enjoy
      moats, ponds and bell-shaped temples of the            Chinese, Japanese and Dutch from the 15th           a final group dinner before your trip ends.
      city’s World Heritage-listed historical park,          century onwards. Later, enjoy some sunset
      then enjoy a home-cooked picnic lunch.
      Day 8 Hmong Lodge Journey into the rolling                  FEATURE STAY
      hills to stay with the Hmong villagers. In the
      evening, enjoy an open-air barbecue and                Halong Bay Boat, Halong Bay (Day 16)
      cultural performance in the lush countryside.          Bask in unforgettable karst scenery aboard a
                                                             traditional boat with modern conveniences. At
      Days 9-10 Chiang Mai Learn about protecting
                                                             night enjoy a candlelit seafood dinner on the top
      the gentle giants at the Elephant Nature Park,         deck, beneath a sea of stars.

                                                                                                                               peregrineadventures.com // 33
You can also read