Sojourns

This exhilariating romantic package combines the magnificent beauty of Ubud with some of the most exciting activities in the area. Perfect for couples who enjoy living life to the full and want to get the most out of their stay in Ubud.

This itinerary is well balanced with romantic dinners and spa treatments mingled with a 4×4 vehicle tour through the rice fields, a guided tour of the famous smoking volcanoes and river rafting to experience along the Ayung.

Each element of your itinerary has been thoughtfully planned. You will certainly have a few stories to tell the folks back home!

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It is said that Pingyao, a small town in central Shanxi, was the nation’s key financial center over a hundred years ago. The merchants from Shanxi Province were undoubtedly the most powerful and affluent of all merchants during the Qing Dynasty, when Pingyao held China’s wealth in its hands. With its power and affluence long gone, Pingyao is no longer associated with the status it once held, but the town still retains traces of its former glory. This tour will retrace the memories of Shanxi’s prosperous past, by visiting luxurious mansions once inhabited by the powerful merchants, buildings which once housed shops and banks, and century-old structures adorned with rare and exquisite woodwork.

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Wildflower Hall, in the Himalayas

Situated at 8,350 feet in the magnificent Himalayas, Wildflower Hall is a fairytale luxury resort set in 23 acres of virgin woods of pine and cedar. The former residence of Lord Kitchener, rebuilt to a new magnificence, Wildflower Hall recreates the grand style of the colonial era. Enjoy beautiful views of mountains and valleys from the rooms, restaurants, outdoor Jacuzzi and the heated swimming pool. Nature lovers can explore the Himalayas and enjoy adventure sports. For the ultimate in pampering our luxury spa pavilions are tranquil havens for revitalizing the body and soul.

A variety of activities to make your stay a truly memorable experience

Rafting The 3-hour trip down the impressive white-waters of the Sutlej River is a thrilling experience for avid adventure seekers. Enjoy a gourmet lunch served on a picturesque beach on the riverbank. The hotel offers the best in international equipment, guides and safety standards.

Mountain Biking Explore the picturesque trails that meander around the forests of Wildflower Hall on international geared all-terrain mountain cycles provided by the hotel with the guidance of an experienced mountain biker and international safety standards.

Spa Choose from a variety of traditional or modern full spa treatments to soothe the body and mind after a day of adventure.

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A private island, where sea and sky meet as one, where velvet white sand is caressed by the lap of crystal water, where palms bow to vermillion bougainvillea in tropically kissed vegetation, where nature’s hand streaks the sun’s iridescences on its unbridled canvas, where night skies are admired beside the crackle of a ‘tepee’ beach fire, where sleep is submerged in pristine white, where luxury is defined by its earth-given beauty, where peace embraces its island host. This place is Amanpulo, in the Philippines, a realisation of a dream.

Rimmed by a white sand beach and blue waters teeming with marine life, the island resort of Amanpulo or ‘peaceful island’ is far from the madding crowd and provides an ideal setting for romance.

With Romance at Amanpulo, guests can enjoy a 5-night offer that includes accommodation in a Beach Casita, welcome champagne, three meals a day and a serenaded sunset cruise with cocktails and canapés.

Also included are a private beach barbecue and a massage for two. The highlight of a romantic trip to this secluded island is a “blessing” on the beach at sunset.

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Discover the rich fabric of India’s dramatic frontier state of Rajasthan
with Aman’s Camp & Oasis Journey, a six-night adventure revealing the region’s remarkable natural, cultural and architectural heritage.

Aman’s Camp & Oasis Journey provides ease of access to India’s Rajasthan in a six-night offer that combines three-night stays in a luxury tent at Aman-i-Khás and choice of pool pavilion, garden or terrace haveli suites at Amanbagh.

The offer is inclusive of two activities at each resort. From Delhi, guests can travel to Aman-i-Khás by train, plane and vehicle, or by helicopter. Travel to Amanbagh offers similar choices. Transfers between Aman-i-Khás and Amanbagh are complimentary. Extension nights can be arranged at either resort at a supplementary cost.

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The Amanjiwo Cultural Trails offers a lively experience of Central Java’s powerful legacy.

This offer includes three nights’ accommodation, daily Continental breakfast for two, airport transfers and a choice of three complimentary activities from a menu of 12 options.

Amanjiwo or ‘peaceful soul’ is a monumental, 36-suite resort fashioned of sandstone and rooted to the cultural and rural heartland of Central Java.

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Aman’s Temples & Reefs Journey

East of Bali, the island chain of Nusa Tenggara stretches some 1,300 kilometres from Lombok to Timor. Offering some of the best snorkelling and scuba diving sites in Indonesia, the Flores Sea is home to many varieties of coral and a rich array of marine life. Discover the diversity of the Indonesian archipelago with an exploration of Moyo Island’s pristine marine environment.

To Bali’s West lies Java, the land of legends. The arts of Indonesia were generated in and bloomed from Central Java. Here the dance and music schools blossomed; great palaces and impressive religious monuments from Hindu, Buddhist and Islamic faiths were built.

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Discover the wonders of one of the world’s foremost ancient sites: the culmination of five centuries of Khmer civilisation found in the grand temple ruins of Angkor. Serenely majestic, this 12th century capital is an exquisite blend of history and heritage spreading over 20,000 hectares.

Angkor Wat is perhaps Angkor’s best known image. Its five intricately carved central towers soar skywards representing mythological Mount Meru, the centre of the universe. Its exterior walls are covered in extensive bas-reliefs including the panel depicting the “Churning of the Ocean of Milk”. The centre of Khmer Hindu tradition for much of the 12th century, exploration of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and the sprawling remains of Khmer civilisation is an experience as stirring as it is memorable.

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The Amanwana Komodo Expedition is a seven night adventure cruise like no other. Encounter antediluvian creatures unchanged since prehistoric times, on a visit to the only two islands in the world supporting the Komodo Dragon’s natural habitat.

From Bali, guests fly east over the famed Wallace line to Flores Island and the small fishing village of Labuan Bajo to board the Ikan Gurami, a traditional 27 metre coastal cruiser that combines the ancient romance of the spice trade sailing vessels with today’s modern amenities. The Ikan Gurami is the perfect vessel for a private cruise for one or two couples or a family. Two huge staterooms are fitted with king-size beds and combine a lounge area, spacious bathroom with vanity, shower and separate toilet, plus a private balcony. Both staterooms are air-conditioned and have full views of the surrounding Flores Sea on three sides of the cabin. The teak foredeck is fitted with large day beds for relaxing, dining or sunbathing. The top deck is also fitted with sun-beds and shade cover.

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8 Day Adventure in the Land of Thunder Dragon
Paro, Thimphu & Punakha

The tiny Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan awaits, nestled high in the Himalayas its isolation from the world has cultivated a culture rich in traditions, religion and a benevolent monarchy. The dramatic landscapes, from snow capped peaks and deeply forested slopes to raging, boulder strewn rivers, sit largely undisturbed as endeared environmental initiatives and religious beliefs leave the Kingdom pristine and a jewel of nature.

The programme takes you into this ancient Kingdom for an adventure into the hearts and lands of charming farmers, fascinating weavers, enchanting monks and charismatic leaders.

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