2008
February 26
October 14

Tuesday - Bangkok
Depart Bangkok in the afternoon. Relax in one of the bar cars, saloon car or in the privacy of your comfortable compartment. Afternoon tea is served as you travel into Northeastern Thailand. Later that evening enjoy dinner in one of the beautiful restaurant cars. Retire to your compartment, transformed into a cosy bedroom by your steward.

Wednesday - Hin Dat, Khao Yai
After breakfast in your compartment, the train arrives at Hin Dat. Disembark for a tour to Phimai, a World Heritage Site and one of the most important Khmer monuments in Thailand. Return to the E&O for lunch as you continue your journey on to Khao Yai. Here you visit local vineyards and have the opportunity to taste wines that are being called “New Latitude Wines”. Reboard the train in the early evening in time to prepare for dinner. Overnight on board.

Thursday – Nong Khai, Vientiane
The E&O arrives in Nong Khai after breakfast. A coach transfers you to Vientiane across the Mekong via the Friendship Bridge. (Special arrangements have been made for E&O guests to clear Lao Immigration.) Passengers leaving E&O in Vientiane should arrange for their local representative to meet them at Lao Immigration at the Friendship Bridge.

Please note: All timings shown are for your guidance only. Confirmed timings will be supplied with your travel documents.

Asian Odyssey 2007/08 (Bangkok - Vientiane & Luang Prabang) 10 days / 9 nights from £2,635 Departure Dates 2008 February 26 March 25 October 14

Hotel Options

Bangkok
The Peninsula

Luang Prabang
La Residence Phou Vao

What's Included

All prices shown are per person based on sharing and include:

• International Economy class flights with British Airways or Qantas
  
• Pullman accommodation on the E&O
  
• Accommodation and breakfast at the hotels
  
• All transfers throughout your holiday
  
• E&O Upgrade to State Compartment - £380
  
• Flight upgrades available on request.
  

Prices for single occupancy or single travellers are available (on request).

Itinerary

Day 1 - OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
Fly from London Heathrow to Bangkok.

Day 2 - BANGKOK
Arrive in Bangkok, stay for two nights at The Peninsula. Thailand's history lives on in a city teeming with monks, river barges, colourful markets and, of course, a superb range of restaurants offering the very best in Thai cuisine.

Day 3 - BANGKOK
This morning enjoy a visit to the Grand Palace, before an afternoon at leisure.

Days 4 & 5 - EASTERN & ORIENTAL EXPRESS
Afternoon departure on the E&O (Pullman Superior) for Vientiane with two nights and two gastronomic dinners aboard the E&O.

Day 6 - LUANG PRABANG
Morning arrival in Nong Khai and cross to Laos for a short orientation tour. Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is a city of contrasts, where French colonial architecture sits alongside gilded Asian temples.

At the end of the tour transfer to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang. Stay for three nights at La Résidence Phou Vao including dinner each evening.

Days 7 & 8 - LUANG PRABANG
Enjoy this beautiful town with its French colonial architecture, impressive temples and colourful markets. Two full days of sightseeing are included.

Days 9 & 10 - OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
Transfer to the airport and your onward flight to London via Bangkok. Arrive at London Heathrow on Day 10.


All itineraries can be tailored to your own personal needs. We can tailor make an itinerary to suit your plans. Simply email us with your requirements.

Asian Explorer 2008 (Bangkok-Luang Prabang-Vientiane-Angkor Wat) 13 days/12 nights from £3,380 Departure Dates 2008 February 21 March 20 October 9

Holiday Prices

Hotel Options

Bangkok
The Oriental Bangkok

Luang Prabang
La Residence Phou Vao

Vientiane
Settha Palace Hotel

Siem Reap
La Residence d'Angkor

What's Included

All prices shown are per person based on sharing and include:

• 2 nights in Bangkok
  
• 3 nights in Luang Prabang, Laos
  
• 1 night in Vientiane, Laos
  
• 1 night onboard the Eastern & Oriental Express
  
• 3 nights in Siem Reap, Cambodia
  
• Sightseeing as indicated
  
• Meals as indicated
  
• Transfers as detailed below
  

Prices for single occupancy or single travellers are available (on request).

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival
Fly from London Heathrow to Bangkok with British Airways/Qantas

Day 2: Bangkok
Arrive in Bangkok and stay for two nights at The Oriental (Superior River Wing).

Day 3: Bangkok
Day 3 Enjoy a morning visit to the Prasart Museum to view a stunning collection of Asian and European objets d'art, which have been privately collected over many years.

Day 4: La Residence Phou Vao, Luang Prabang, Laos
Fly this morning to Luang Prabang in Laos for three nights at La Résidence Phou Vao (Garden View)—the remainder of the day is at leisure, before dinner at the hotel.

Day 5 & 6: La Residence Phou Vao, Luang Prabang, Laos
Spend two days exploring this wonderful city and its environs, including a journey on the Mekong river to the Pak Ou caves.

Day 7: Vientiane, Laos
Continue your tour with a flight to Vientiane, the capital city, for an overnight stay at the Settha Palace Hotel. A sightseeing tour of the city is included during your stay.

Day 8: Eastern & Oriental Express
During the afternoon, transfer across the Friendship Bridge to Thailand, where the E&O awaits for the overnight journey to Bangkok. Enjoy dinner and overnight in your Pullman Superior compartment.

Day 9: La Residence d'Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Arrive in Bangkok this morning and fly on to Siem Reap and the fabled Temples of Angkor. Stay for three nights, including all meals, at La Résidence d'Angkor (Garden View Deluxe).

Day 10 & 11: La Residence d'Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Two fabulous days visiting one of the world's most important archaeological sites.

Days 12 & 13: Departure
Return by air to Bangkok and on to London, arriving on Day 13.


All itineraries can be tailored to your own personal needs. We can tailor make an itinerary to suit your plans. Simply email us with your requirements.