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EXPLORE ASIA IN STYLE

AMERICAN RESERVATIONS205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401

United States of AmericaTel: +1 800 524 2420 (Toll Free) Fax: +1 843 937 9036

Email: [email protected]

EUROPEAN RESERVATIONSShackleton House, 4 Battle Bridge Lane,

London, SE1 2HPUnited Kingdom

Tel: 0845 077 2222 or +44 (0)20 3117 1300Fax: +44 (0)20 7921 4708

Email: [email protected]

SOUTHEAST ASIAN AND AUSTRALASIAN RESERVATIONS100 Beach Road, #34-01/02, Shaw Tower, Singapore 189702

Tel: +65 6395 0678 Fax: +65 6392 3600Email: [email protected]

BELMOND.COM/EASTERNANDORIENTALEXPRESS

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“LIFE IS NOT MEASURED BY THE NUMBERS OF BREATHS WE TAKE

BUT BY THE PLACES AND MOMENTS THAT TAKE OUR BREATH AWAY”

Anon

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EXPERIENCE

SOUTHEAST ASIA

Chapter OneA land of stunning scenery and gleaming pagodas, vibrant cities

and sleepy villages, in which ancient and modern meet

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Southeast Asia offers the contrast of vibrant, modern cities such as Bangkok and Singapore alongside ancient monasteries, gold pagodas

and evocative ruins. Attractions include tea plantations, royal towns and charming coastal villages, where travellers can immerse themselves in maze-like markets and encounter inspiring local people, such as tea growers or silk weavers.

Founded by the first king of the Chakri dynasty in 1782, Bangkok blends old and

new in a dynamic metropolis. Explore the Grand Palace and exquisite Emerald Buddha, buy exotic produce from the floating market, travel back in time to the temples of Wat Pho and be invigorated by an authentic Thai massage.

A moving tribute to human endurance, the infamous bridge over the River Kwai, near Kanchanaburi in western Thailand, was built by World War II prisoners of war as part of the Death Railway linking Thailand with Burma. View it on a barge

JOURNEY TO THE EASTFrom golden pagodas to lively cities, jungles to sun-kissed beaches, Southeast Asia is a beguiling mix of old and new

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cruise down the river followed by a visit to the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre.

At the Lion City of Singapore, traditional culture meets cosmopolitan cool. Stroll around Little India, the old Malay-Arab quarter and Chinatown to soak up the local sights and flavours. Shop in designer malls or dine in acclaimed restaurants. For sunny beach relaxation, ride the cable car to Sentosa

Island, enjoying fabulous aerial views.Perak is in the western region of Peninsular Malaysia, a place where you can discover caves, waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries, pretty fishing villages, glorious beaches and quiet islands. As well as an abundance of natural beauty spots, there are heritage sites to explore, including the royal city of Kuala Kangsar, home to the Sultan of Perak.

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WELCOME

ON BOARDChapter Two

Travel in style through the heart of Southeast Asia aboard the elegant Eastern & Oriental Express

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Cocktails, �ne food, meeting new people, beautiful cabins and spectacular views: this is what life aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express is all about.

Each car features sumptuous woods and lacquered panels with �oral motifs. Menus o�er Eastern and Western specialities, from pan-fried sea scallops to Nyonya curry.

�e Observation Car at the end of the train has refreshment for early risers as well as complimentary WiFi. Panelled walls and teak �oors evoke a colonial “veranda” ambience. �e outdoor area is the perfect spot from which to admire dramatically unfolding scenery.

�e Saloon Car has a reading room where you can browse through books and magazines or relax with a selection of games; or you can �nd a memento of your

journey from the range in our boutique. Open all day and into the night,

the Piano Bar has cocktails and liqueurs and hosts our resident pianist, as well as local entertainment on selected evenings.

Our sta�, from the stewards to the Maître d’ and your Train Manager, will look after you at every step. Attentive but discreet, their aim is to make your journey smooth and relaxing. We want to provide the ideal balance between leisure time on board and inspiring exploration o� the train, with all of our sightseeing excursions escorted by expert guides.

For day and evening wear, the onboard dress code is tropical elegance — casual but chic. We recommend light cotton clothing for sightseeing. Please respect local cultures by wearing appropriate clothing when visiting temples.

JOURNEY OF A LIFETIMERelax in your beautiful cabin and dine in our f ine

restaurant cars as you enjoy the landscapes passing by

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ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE

STATE CABIN DAY CONFIGURATION

PULLMAN CABIN NIGHT CONFIGURATION

PULLMAN CABIN DAY CONFIGURATION

STATE CABIN NIGHT CONFIGURATION

E&O PRESIDENTIAL DAY TIME E&O PRESIDENTIAL NIGHT TIMEE&O PRESIDENTIAL DAY TIME E&O PRESIDENTIAL NIGHT TIME

E&O PULLMAN DAY E&O PULLMAN NIGHTE&O PULLMAN DAY E&O PULLMAN NIGHT

PRESIDENTIAL CABIN DAY CONFIGURATION

PRESIDENTIAL CABIN NIGHT CONFIGURATION

There are four categories of cabins: Pullman Single, Pullman, State Cabin and Presidential Cabin. All cabins are fully air-conditioned and have en-suite showers and toilets. A warm elegance is attained through the use of decorative marquetry, cherrywood and elm burr panelling and fine fabrics.

The Pullman Cabins have upper and lower berths. State Cabins and the Presidential Cabin offer two single beds at floor level. For Presidential Cabins, there is complimentary WiFi. During the day, berths/single beds are converted into seating where guests can relax and admire the ever-changing vistas.

CABIN PLANS

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YOUR

JOURNEYChapter Three

Discover our amazing journeys and how we can transport you to Bangkok, Singapore and beyond

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THE ROUTESThe train operates between September and April. Our Classic Routes carry you in luxury f rom Singapore to Bangkok — and vice versa — travelling through the countryside of Malaysia and Thailand with fascinating stops along the way. Our signature six-night Fables of the Peninsula journey takes you into Malaysia’s Cameron Highlands

CLASSIC JOURNEYS

l Bangkok-Singapore l Singapore-Bangkok

SIGNATURE JOURNEYS

l New Year in Stylel Fables of the Peninsula

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DAY 1 Board the train at Hualampong station and settle into your cabin. Enjoy your first dinner in the Restaurant Car.

DAY 2 After breakfast, disembark in the town of Kanchanaburi for a riverside tour to the bridge over the River Kwai. Optional visit to the war museum and cemetery, or relax on board until dinner.

DAY 3 The train heads towards the border town of Padang Besar. Arrive

at Kuala Kangsar and visit the golden- domed Ubudiah Mosque, the Royal Museum of Perak and the Sultan Azlan Shah Gallery. Return to the train.

DAY 4 Enjoy breakfast in your cabin as you travel to Singapore and journey’s end. 2017 departure dates: January 03, 26; February 05, 14, 23; March 05, 14, 24; April 26; September 19, 28; October 10, 22; November 01, 10, 22; December 01, 25

CLASSIC JOURNEYS

DAY 1 Board the train in Singapore and enjoy afternoon tea as the train travels across the causeway into Malaysia. Dress for cocktails and your first dinner on board. The train makes a brief stop in Kuala Lumpur before travelling on to the northern state of Perak.

DAY 2 Arrive at Kuala Kangsar, the old royal town of Perak. An illuminating tour takes you to the grand Ubudiah Mosque, the Royal Museum of Perak and the

Sultan Shah Gallery. Rejoin the train and continue towards the Thai border.

DAY 3 After breakfast, alight for a guided boat trip on the River Kwai. Visits to the war museum and cemetery are included. Continue to Bangkok to disembark. 2017 departure dates: January 19; February 01, 10, 19; March 01, 10, 19; April 02, 22; September 14, 24; October 15, 27; November 06, 18, 27; December 21

BANGKOK-SINGAPORE

3 NIGHTS

A voyage of discovery and wonder f rom the moment you board at Bangkok grand station to breakfast on the approach to Singapore

SINGAPORE-BANGKOK

2 NIGHTS

Taking you f rom Singapore to Malaysia’s northern states and back to Bangkok, allowing you to explore the sights in relaxed comfort

THAILAND AT THE TEMPLE OF THE EMERALD BUDDHA AND GRAND PALACE THE GLITTERING SKYLINE OF SINGAPORE

Routes shown are for guidance only and are subject to change

ANDAMAN SEA

GULF OF THAILAND

BAY OF BENGAL

INDIAN OCEAN

SOUTH CHINA

SEA

THAILAND

LAOSMYANMAR

INDONESIAM

ALAYSIA

VIETNAMCAMBODIA

Chiang Mai

River Kwai, Kanchanaburi Bangkok

Hua HinHuay YangKoh Chann

Hainan

Surat Thani

PenangKuala Kangsar

Kuala Lumpur

SINGAPORE

EAST MALAYSIA

Key destinationsRoute of the Eastern & Oriental Express

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THE ORNATE KEK LOK SI TEMPLE IN GEORGE TOWN

SIGNATURE JOURNEYS

NEW YEAR IN STYLE

SINGAPORE-BANGKOK3 NIGHTS

Ring in the New Year with this special itinerary combined with a stay in Singapore or Bangkok and tailor-made activities DAY 1 Depart Singapore in the afternoon. Afternoon tea is served, followed in the evening by a superb dinner.

DAY 2 After breakfast in your cabin, alight at Butterworth to explore Penang and enjoy a tour of George Town followed by lunch in a local restaurant. Back on board, afternoon tea and dinner are served.

DAY 3 Enjoy a presentation on perfume of the region after breakfast, followed by a leisurely day on board. After a sumptuous New Year’s dinner, change into beachwear for a party on the sands with live music.

DAY 4 Disembark in Bangkok.

2017 departure date: December 29

FABLES OF THE PENINSULA

SINGAPORE-KUALA LUMPUR-CAMERON HIGHLANDS-PENANG-HUAY YANG6 NIGHTS

This cultural adventure begins with a night at the legendary Raffles Hotel, then travels to Kuala Lumpur, the Cameron Highlands and Huay Yang DAY 1 Arrive in Singapore. Explore The Lion City at leisure. Night at Raffles Hotel.DAY 2 Board the train in the early afternoon. Following an evening cocktail reception, enjoy an opulent dinner. DAY 3 Arrive in Kuala Lumpur. Choose between an early-morning visit to a famous “wet” market or a tour of the city’s heritage sights. Re-board the train to Tapah Station, where you disembark for an overnight stay at the magnificent Cameron Highlands Resort. DAY 4 Tour options are the Best of Highlands tea plantation or the Jim Thompson jungle trail. Dinner on board.DAY 5 Transfer from Bukit Mertajam to Penang island. Tour colonial George Town or visit the Peranakan Heritage Museum. Board the train for Thailand. DAY 6 Arrive in Huay Yang on Thailand’s east coast. Cruise around Koh Chaan and spend a morning on the beach followed by a seafood barbecue. Return to the train for a farewell cocktail party and dinner. DAY 7 Disembark in Bangkok.

2017 departure date: October 02

SIGNATURE JOURNEYS

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EXTEND THE

EXPERIENCEChapter Four

Enhance your break before or after your train journey with sightseeing tours, beach breaks or bespoke itineraries

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HEART OF THE CITY

We can arrange sightseeing tours in Singapore and Bangkok, or let us create a bespoke itinerary for you

SingaporeTake a boat ride and visit such sights as Parliament House and National Orchid Garden or visit the Singapore City Gallery, then take a train to the famous shopping street of Orchard Road. Enjoy an evening trishaw ride to Little India followed by a cocktail at Raffles Hotel, or start the day with a “jungle breakfast” among the residents at Singapore Zoo. Stay at Raffles, where the Singapore Sling was invented. For a downtown location, The St Regis has art deco-inspired rooms and a fabulous private art collection, while the Mandarin Oriental, set in the heart of Marina Bay, offers fine dining and a sublime spa.

BangkokExplore the ornate Grand Palace, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha with its exquisite jade Buddha, followed by a long-tail boat ride. Or take an excursion to Damnern Saduak floating market followed by an elephant ride at the Rose Garden. Discover the city’s main temples, including Wat Pho, featuring the city’s largest reclining Buddha, or spend a whole day visiting Ayuthaya, the former capital of Thailand and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy expansive river views at the Mandarin Oriental, the blend of luxury and Thai charm at The Peninsula, or the premier location and inviting swimming pool of The St Regis.

CHIANG MAI

Explore Thailand further with a stay in Chiang Mai that ’s tailor-made to suit your interests and for as long as you wish

Surrounded by mountains, Thailand’s second largest city — also known as the “Rose of the North” — is the charming home to hundreds of sacred temples, yet has a dynamic, modern ambience. Explore its hip bars and spas, soak up the scenery, enjoy warm hospitality or embark on adventurous activities such as white-water rafting through winding gorges followed by a jungle trek on an elephant. Golfers can tee off on the beautiful and immaculate Summit Green Valley course, a short drive from the centre of Chiang Mai.

While in Chiang Mai we can organise a stay at our carefully selected hotels. The Four Seasons is located in a beautiful valley, a short drive from the city and offers wonderful Thai cuisine, an infinity-edge pool and a spa. Dhara Dhevi, nestling in tropical gardens, consists of magnificent suites and villas, complementing the historic Lanna Kingdom style.

WAT PHRA DOI SUTHEP TEMPLE CHIANG MAI THAILANDBUDDHA HEAD IN TREE ROOTS IN WAT MAHATHAT AYUTTHAYA

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FURTHER ADVENTURES

Visit Cambodia and its vibrant capital, Phnom Penh, Luang Prabang in Laos or take a bespoke tour of Vietnam

CambodiaCambodia offers a mix of magnificent architecture and unspoilt jungles and mountains. Its most famous draw is the fabled Angkor, capital of the Khmer Empire, featuring 100 temples, shrines and pagodas. We can arrange guided tours to suit you. Watch the sun rise over the main temple, Angkor Wat, before exploring the complex and feeding the elephants. Or visit the fishing village at Tonlé Sap Lake or the Khmer craftsmen of Artisans d’Angkor. We also offer extensions to magical Phnom Penh on the Mekong, celebrated for its French colonial buildings, the Royal Palace and Psar Thmei market. Stay at the intimate Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor on the banks of the Siem Reap River, close to the temples. Surrounded by lush gardens, it’s furnished in local style enhanced by modern and luxurious touches. In Phnom Penh, Raffles Hotel Le Royal has been favoured by the well travelled since 1929, while the Hotel Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra is the epitome of French colonial elegance.

LaosLargely untouched by tourism, Laos boasts stunning landscapes and a rich cultural heritage. The UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang blends decorative buildings with lush mountain scenery and fragrant gardens. Built in 1560,

the town has colourful traditional and colonial buildings decorated with gilded stuccos and mirrored mosaics. We can arrange guided visits to the main temples or a full-day Mekong river trip to Pak Ou to see the Holy Caves ‒ or anything else you would like to do. After a busy day’s sightseeing, retire to the Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao, nestled on a hill overlooking the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, a leafy hideaway with stunning views of mountains and temples, an infinity-edge pool, spa and restaurant serving French and Laotian cuisine.

VietnamWhether it’s the rich culture, stunning scenery, dynamic cities or friendly locals, Vietnam is best explored on a tour tailor-made for you. A suggested bespoke tour might begin with a day or two exploring the old quarter of Hanoi and the UNESCO site of Ha Long Bay with its spectacular limestone pillars. Next, you could fly to Hué to visit the Imperial City and Royal Citadel, take a boat trip on the Perfume River and visit the Imperial tombs. In Hoi An you can explore historic merchant houses, the famous Japanese Bridge and vibrant café culture. From nearby Na Dang, you then fly to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and explore the Reunification Palace, the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta, Vietnam’s so-called “rice bowl”. In Hanoi, stay at the Sofitel Legend Metropole, located in Hanoi’s French Quarter or La Résidence Hue Hotel & Spa in Hué on the banks of the fabled Perfume River. Anantara Hoi An Resort blends local and colonial charm on the banks of the Thu Bon River, while in Ho Chi Minh City, the Park Hyatt Saigon offers urban luxury and Vietnamese hospitality.

RICE TERRACES IN HARVEST SEASON AT MU CANG CHAI, VIETNAMANGKOR WAT, CAMBODIA

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COMBINE LAND AND RIVER VOYAGES

For the ultimate Southeast Asian experience, blend the best of both worlds of land and river travel: our train and our two river cruisers in Myanmar

The Eastern & Oriental Express travels between the dynamic cities of Singapore and Bangkok through the forested countryside of Malaysia and Thailand, blending unrivalled onboard comfort with beautiful vistas of jungle-clad hills, ancient temples and lush paddy fields. You can combine a journey on the train with a variety of cruises on either Belmond Road to Mandalay or her sister ship Belmond Orcaella, which glides along the Chindwin and Ayeyarwady Rivers with only 50 guests on board. Choose from three- to 11-night cruises and add three to five nights travelling overland on the Eastern & Oriental Express.

Stay at the leafy Belmond Governor’s Residence in Yangon to catch your breath between adventures. There is also the opportunity to extend your Asian experience with hotel stays in destinations ranging from vibrant cities to pretty beach resorts. Whatever combination you decide on, you can be certain of thrilling discoveries and unforgettable memories on this journey of a lifetime.

DISCOVER BAGAN WITH A JOURNEY ON BELMOND ORCAELLA

BEACH BREAKS

Indulge in a relaxing beach break away f rom it all on beautiful Bali or a magical Thai island

BaliThis magical Indonesian island is renowned for its sandy beaches and crystal-clear coves. Stay at Belmond Jimbaran Puri, where exquisite cottages and villas, each with a private swimming pool and Balinese garden, are scattered among frangipani trees beside one of the island’s best beaches. Take a refreshing dip in the large free-form pool offering uninterrupted sea views, and make the most of the resort’s library, boutique and spa. Choose to dine in one of the resort’s excellent restaurants, which includes Nelayan, where you can savour just-caught fish as you watch the sun dramatically sink beneath the water.

Koh SamuiA short flight from Bangkok, this lush and charming Thai island is fringed by turquoise waters and pristine sands. Stay in a beautiful villa or suite at Belmond Napasai to enjoy the private beach and palm-shaded gardens. You can also explore the natural wonders of Ang Thong National Marine Park, heading off on boat trips or try windsurfing, kayaking and snorkelling. Enjoy the resort’s infinity and children’s pools, tennis courts and spa, which is a relaxing sanctuary. Venture out to discover attractions such as the towering Big Buddha or the lush jungle interior, renowned for its spectacular waterfalls. For lovers of golf, there is an excellent hilltop course with outstanding views. BELMOND NAPASAI, KOH SAMUI

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Our booking conditions apply to the trips described in this brochure. These conditions are available on request by calling your nearest Reservation Office from the following locations:UK: 0845 077 2222 +44 (0)203 117 1300 US: +1 800 524 2420 (toll free) Singapore: +65 6395 0678 or online: belmond.com/termsandconditions

Our booking conditions contain important limitations and exclusions of liability. Please read them before we confirm your booking. Adequate travel insurance is vital. Details of a policy suitable to cover the arrangements you book are available from an advisor at RHG Insurance Brokers on +44 (0)1438 345714 or +44 (0)1438 345719 (please quote “VSOE Travel” when calling). We provide financial security for flight-inclusive Packages (a “Package” exists if you book a pre-arranged combination of at least two of the following components when sold or offered for sale at an inclusive price and when the service covers a period of more than 24 hours or includes overnight accommodation: (a) transport; (b) accommodation; (c) other tourist services not ancillary to transport or accommodation and accounting for a significant proportion of the Package) and ATOL protected flights by way of a bond held by the Civil Aviation Authority under ATOL number 3141.

Your Financial Protection: when you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This

lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong.

We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).

If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable).

You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.

Not all holiday or travel services offered and sold by us will be protected by the ATOL scheme. Protection for all Packages not including flights is provided by means of a separate trust account in which all monies paid to us in respect of a Package will be held until the Package in question has been completely performed. Non-Package arrangements and arrangements not booked or departing from the UK are not protected by these arrangements.

On certain trips a minimum number of persons is required for the tour to take place. We will notify passengers at least 56 days before departure if a trip is cancelled for this reason. The applicable deposit (15% unless otherwise stated) must be paid to us when you book (or if booking within 56 days of departure, full payment must be made on booking).

If there are fewer than 12 passengers in your party, and if you have made your booking more than 56 days before departure and have paid a deposit to secure your booking, the balance of the cost of your arrangements (including any applicable surcharge) is due not less than 56 days prior to scheduled departure. If there are 12 or more passengers in your party, payments must be made as follows: 15% of the cost of your arrangements is payable on booking, a further 35% of such cost (including any applicable surcharge) is due 90 days before departure (if your booking is made between 90 and 56 days before departure).

If your booking is made less than 56 days before departure, you will be required to pay the entire cost of your arrangements at the time of your booking. If we do not receive (in cleared funds) the balance in full and on time, we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled by you, in which case cancellation charges will become payable. Cancellation charges apply in the event you or any member of your party cancels a confirmed booking. These charges will increase the closer to your departure date that you notify us of a cancellation.

We regret we are unable to offer you any assistance if you are delayed at the outward or homeward points of departure. Non-UK passport holders, including other EU nationals, should obtain up-to-date advice on passport and visa requirements from the Embassy, High Commission or Consulate of your destination or country(ies) through which they are travelling.

We reserve the right to amend the price of unsold trips at any time.

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Registered in England and Wales No. 1551659 © 2016, Belmond Management Limited.

All details are correct at time of going to print. Images used for illustration purposes only.

BOOKING CONDITIONS

3141Many of the flights and flight-inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services listed in this brochure. Please ask us to confirm what protection applies to your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. If you do receive an ATOL Certificate but parts of your trip are not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected. Please see our booking conditions for information. For information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate see atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate

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BELMOND CHARLESTON PLACE HOTELCHARLESTON

INN AT PERRY CABIN BY BELMOND ST MICHAELS, USA

BELMOND HOTEL RIO SAGRADOSACRED VALLEY, PERU

BELMOND HOTEL SPLENDIDOPORTOFINO

BELMOND GOVERNOR’S RESIDENCEYANGON, MYANMAR

BELMOND ROYAL SCOTSMANEDINBURGH

BELMOND SAVUTE ELEPHANT LODGECHOBE RESERVE, BOTSWANA

BELMOND HOTEL DAS CATARATASIGUASSU FALLS

BELMOND HOTEL CARUSO RAVELLO, AMALFI COAST

BELMOND VILLA SAN MICHELEFLORENCE

BELMOND SPLENDIDO MAREPORTOFINO

BELMOND GRAND HOTEL TIMEOTAORMINA, SICILY

BELMOND NAPASAIKOH SAMUI, THAILAND

BELMOND JIMBARAN PURI BALI

EASTERN & ORIENTAL EXPRESSBANGKOK

BELMOND KHWAI RIVER LODGEMOREMI RESERVE, BOTSWANA

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FABULOUS HOTELS

LEGENDARYTRAINS

LEISURELYRIVER

CRUISES

INSPIRING SAFARIS

BELMOND COPACABANA PALACERIO DE JANEIRO

BELMOND VILLA SANT’ANDREATAORMINA MARE, SICILY

BELMOND CADOGAN HOTELLONDON

BELMOND HIRAM BINGHAMCUSCO TO MACHU PICCHU

BELMOND ORCAELLA CHINDWIN RIVER, MYANMAR

BELMOND PALACIO NAZARENAS CUSCO

BELMOND REID’S PALACE MADEIRA

BELMOND MOUNT NELSON HOTELCAPE TOWN

BELMOND GRAND HIBERNIANIRELAND

BELMOND AFLOAT IN FRANCEBURGUNDY

BELMOND SANCTUARY LODGEMACHU PICCHU

BELMOND LA RESIDENCIAMALLORCA

BELMOND LA RÉSIDENCE PHOU VAO LUANG PRABANG, LAOS

BELMOND NORTHERN BELLEUNITED KINGDOM

BELMOND EAGLE ISLAND LODGEOKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA

BELMOND LA SAMANNAST MARTIN

BELMOND CASA DE SIERRA NEVADASAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE

MEXICO

BELMOND MAROMA RESORT & SPARIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO

BELMOND HOTEL MONASTERIOCUSCO

BELMOND HOTEL CIPRIANIVENICE

BELMOND LE MANOIR AUX QUAT’SAISONS

OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND

VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESSEUROPE

BELMOND ROAD TO MANDALAY AYEYARWADY RIVER, MYANMAR

BELMOND MIRAFLORES PARKLIMA

BELMOND GRAND HOTEL EUROPE ST PETERSBURG

BELMOND LA RÉSIDENCE D’ANGKOR SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA

BELMOND BRITISH PULLMANLONDON

BELMOND EL ENCANTOSANTA BARBARA

BELMOND CHARLESTON PLACE HOTELCHARLESTON

INN AT PERRY CABIN BY BELMOND ST MICHAELS, USA

BELMOND HOTEL RIO SAGRADOSACRED VALLEY, PERU

BELMOND HOTEL SPLENDIDOPORTOFINO

BELMOND GOVERNOR’S RESIDENCEYANGON, MYANMAR

BELMOND ROYAL SCOTSMANEDINBURGH

BELMOND SAVUTE ELEPHANT LODGECHOBE RESERVE, BOTSWANA

BELMOND HOTEL DAS CATARATASIGUASSU FALLS

BELMOND HOTEL CARUSO RAVELLO, AMALFI COAST

BELMOND VILLA SAN MICHELEFLORENCE

BELMOND SPLENDIDO MAREPORTOFINO

BELMOND GRAND HOTEL TIMEOTAORMINA, SICILY

BELMOND NAPASAIKOH SAMUI, THAILAND

BELMOND JIMBARAN PURI BALI

EASTERN & ORIENTAL EXPRESSBANGKOK

BELMOND KHWAI RIVER LODGEMOREMI RESERVE, BOTSWANA

TAKE TIME TO ESCAPE