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JOURNEYS magazine
Volume III, 2016
serene beauty of the gardens make for a fun and often
surprisingly vibrant tour of Japan. Internationally
renowned for their stunning perfection, Japan’s gardens
are a true delight for the senses.
From Tokyo to Kyoto, temples to stunning gardens,
Collette’s 13-day Beauty of Japan tour has it all. This
exclusive tour offers a better understanding and
appreciation for the gardens and landscapes of this East
Asian land. Guests will visit two of the Big Three Gardens
of Japan, several other well-known gardens, and some
handpicked favorites enjoyed by locals. Additional
highlights include travel via the famous Shinkansen, or
“bullet train,” to Kanazawa and Osaka; a visit to a local
farm; and a cruise on Sumidagawa River in Tokyo.
Unforgettable Vietnam & Cambodia
As a hub of culture and cuisine in Asia, Vietnam and
Cambodia paint an vibrant picture of Southeast Asian
life. For a small sliver of land on the Eastern coast of
Asia, Vietnam packs a sightseeing punch! With miles of
untouched beaches, inquisitively sculpted ocean
landscapes, and cities jammed with motorbikes and
friendly locals, Vietnam has become one of the top travel
destinations in Asia.
Do venture outside the country’s bustling towns and
cities to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnels
used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Visit the
Royal Tomb of Tu Doc in Hue, and in Hoi An take a
walking tour and meet a local fisherman for a fishing
lesson where you will learn how to use a traditional
round fishing net, known as a “ro.” Top off your journey
through Vietnam with an overnight cruise on stunning
Ha Long Bay.
Of course, no visit to Southeast Asia would be
complete without spending time at the Angkor temple
complex in Siem Reap, Cambodia. These ancient
temples, built between the 9th and 13th centuries,
© Teo Boon Keng Alvin
Photos
(clockwise from left)
Fisherman in Hoi An;
Ancient Khmer architecture, Ta Prohm
temple ruins hidden in jungles, Buddhist
monk at Angkor Wat; A guide demonstrating
how a Viet Cong hid in the Tunnel.
