Country Holidays invites you to welcome in the Chinese New Year with extraordinary journeys to the Far East
Country Holidays, an expert in providing unique, tailor-made experiences, launches in the UAE with trips to Asia’s most exciting & remote destinations
Almasalla, ATP News- UAE: Country Holidays, one of the world s foremost providers of luxury tours for more than 20 years, is proud to launch its Dubai debut with pioneering itineraries to destinations throughout the Far East and Asia.
Established in Singapore in 1993, Country Holidays is a specialist in the extraordinary — offering unique tours to some of the world’s most exciting destinations including Bhutan, Myanmar, Cambodia and Vietnam, China and Japan.
Cruise down the Mekong, or take a magical journey on the Eastern & Oriental Express through the Cameron Highlands and onwards to the River Kwai, hike the Himalayas or search for wildlife in world’s oldest jungle. Or just simply indulge in luxurious resorts on glorious hidden islands.
“We’re extremely pleased to bring our dedication and experience to the Dubai market,” said Theng Hwee, Country Holidays’ founder. “We know that the cosmopolitan and sophisticated travellers of the UAE are looking not just for a holiday, but a trip of a lifetime. Our heritage and specialist knowledge of the Far East and beyond will ensure that UAE based travellers can enjoy the road less travelled.”
Celebrate the Chinese New Year and the Year of the Goat, and Country Holidays’ Dubai launch with a trip of a lifetime to key destinations including:
Indochine Charm – 7 days from 9,300 AED per person, including domestic airfare, accommodation, cruise inclusion, meals and transfers.
Cruise the Mekong delta in ultimate luxury from Angkor Wat to Ho Chi Minh City. With a Vietnamese name meaning “Nine Dragons River,” the Mekong River has been the font of civilization across south-east Asia for centuries. Starting at Angkor, you’ll have the chance to tour the ancient capital of the Cambodian Khmer Empire with its world-renowned temple complexes at Angkor Wat, before transferring to the modern capital of Phnom Penh. From Phnom Penh you’ll cruise to the Vietnamese Mekong delta, past resplendent colonial villas, Buddhist temples, and through one of the world’s most bio-diverse natural regions. In old Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) have a private guide take you through the infamous Vietcong tunnels, and take a sampan through the storied Cai Be floating market.
Seeking the True Shangri-la – 10 days from 13,000 AED per person, including accommodation, meals as listed, tours and transfers with English-speaking guide, and luggage transfer.
Explore the lands of the mythical Shangri-la in China’s remote Yunnan province. Here you’ll take in the stunning mountain-top views on the eastern edge of the Himalayas from monasteries, Tibetan villages and snow mountain nature preserves. The beautiful contrast of fertile valleys, snow-covered mountains and the preserved remoteness of ancient villages is the perfect getaway for travellers looking to explore the road less travelled.
Best of Japan – 8 days from 23,320 AED per person, including accommodation, English speaking guide for all tours, meals as listed, transfers and train fares, and entrance fees as stated.
Take a stunning trip through some of Japan’s best heritage sites, recognized worldwide by UNESCO and visitors alike as a treasured inheritance from one of the world’s most vibrant cultures. Starting in the ancient capital of Kyoto you’ll visit samurai castles and meditation gardens surrounded by the history of classical Japan.
“Country Holidays’ itineraries and tours offer something for every one of our guests,” said Louen Tang, General Manager of Country Holidays Dubai. “Whether you want the relaxation of a solitary beach, a trek through parts unknown or the sophisticated ceremony of ancient urban capitals, Country Holidays will work with you to craft your perfect holiday experience.”
With multiple daily non-stop flights from the UAE to Beijing, Bangkok, Tokyo and throughout Asia, Country Holidays is the perfect partner for connecting travellers with an itinerary for fantastic trips just hours away from the UAE.
