The Grandest Tour Aman Jet Expedition - 21 March - 11 April 2021 JAPAN CAMBODIA VIETNAM THAILAND BHUTAN - Aman Resorts
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Th e Gra nde st Tour
A m a n J e t E x p e di t i o n
2 1 M a rc h – 11 Ap ri l 2021
J A PA N • C A M B O D I A • V I E T N A M • T H A I L A N D • B H U TA N
I N D I A • G R E E C E • M O N T E N E G R O • I T A LY
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WHAT’S INSIDE Page 3-4: YOUR PRIVATE JET Page 5-7: THE JOURNEY AT A GLANCE Pages 8-63: THE EXPERIENCE IN DETAIL Chapter One... Aman Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan Chapter Two... Amansara, Siem Reap, Cambodia Chapter Three… Amanoi, Vinh Hy Bay, Vietnam Chapter Four… Amanpuri, Phuket, Thailand Chapter Five… Amankora, Thimphu, Bhutan Chapter Six… Amanbagh, Alwar, India Chapter Seven…. Amanzoe, Peloponnese, Greece Chapter Eight…. Aman Sveti Stefan, Montenegro Chapter Nine…. Aman Venice, Venice, Italy Page 64: TOUR LEADER Page 65: CLIENT AGREEMENT
Venice
GMT +1 Montenegro Tokyo
GMT +2 GMT +9
Porto Heli Thimphu
GMT +3 GMT +6
Rajasthan
GMT +5:30
Siem Reap
Phuket Vinh Hy Bay
GMT +7
GMT +7
SCHEDULED FLIGHTS:
DATE FROM TO DEPART ARRIVE DURATION
7 hours 30 minutes
24 March 2021 Tokyo (HND) Siem Reap (REP) 09:00 14:30
(–2 hours time difference)
26 March 2021 Siem Reap (REP) Cam Ranh (CXR) 11:30 13:10 1 hour 40 minutes
28 March 2021 Cam Ranh (CXR) Phuket (HKT) 11:30 13:45 2 hours 15 minutes
3 hours 33 minutes
30 March 2021 Phuket (HKT) Paro (PBH) 09:00 11:33 with touchdown in Dhaka
(–1 hour time difference)
2 hours 32 minutes
2 April 2021 Paro (PBH) Jaipur (JAI) 11:00 13:02
(–30m time difference)
7 hours 16 minutes
4 April 2021 Jaipur (JAI) Athens (ATH) 11:00 15:46
(–2.5 hours time difference)
1 hour 27 minutes
7 April 2021 Athens (ATH) Montenegro (TIV) 15:00 15:27
(–1 hour time difference)
1 hour 23 minutes
9 April 2021 Montenegro (TIV) Venice (VCE) 11:00 12:23
(–1 hour time difference)
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• 3 lounges
YOUR PRIVATE JET • 2 restrooms
• 3 flight attendants
AIRBUS ACJ 318 • 2 pilots
• 1 engineer
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THE JOURNEY AT A GLANCE
DAY 1 DAY 5
Sunday, 21 March 2021 Thursday, 25 March 2021
Aman Tokyo, Deluxe Room (Tokyo, Japan) Amansara, Courtyard Suite (Siem, Reap, Cambodia)
D B L D
• Arrive in Tokyo, Japan, on your long-haul flight. • Full day touring.
• Private transfer to Aman (1 hour + traffic). • Helicopter excursion.
• Welcome cocktails and dinner with special guest. • Private temple dinner.
DAY 2 DAY 6
Monday, 22 March 2021 Friday, 26 March 2021
Aman Tokyo, Deluxe Room (Tokyo, Japan) Amanoi, Mountain Pool Villa (Vinh Hy Bay, Vietnam)
B B L D
• Full day touring in Tokyo. • Private transfer to airport at 10:00 (30 minutes).
• Private jet to Cam Ranh, Vietnam (11:30–13:10).
• Lunch on jet.
DAY 3 • Private transfer to hotel (90 minutes).
Tuesday, 23 March 2021
• Welcome cocktails and dinner.
Aman Tokyo, Deluxe Room (Tokyo, Japan)
B
• Full day touring in Tokyo.
DAY 7
Saturday, 27 March 2021
DAY 4 Amanoi, Mountain Pool Villa (Vinh Hy Bay, Vietnam)
Wednesday, 24 March 2021 B L D
Amansara, Courtyard Suite (Siem, Reap, Cambodia) • Morning at leisure.
B L D • Complimentary massage.
• Private transfer to airport at 07:30 (30 minutes). • Afternoon touring with lunch at fishing village.
• Private jet to Siem Reap, Cambodia (09:00-14:30). • Farewell cocktails.
• Lunch on jet. • Farewell dinner on the beach.
• Afternoon touring.
• Cocktail party and fashion show.
• Dinner is included at Amansara. If you wish to dine
elsewhere, you will pay directly.
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DAY 8 DAY 11
Sunday, 28 March 2021 Wednesday, 31 March 2021
Amanpuri, Garden Pavilion (Phuket, Thailand) Amankora, Suite (Thimphu, Bhutan)
B L D B L D
• Private transfer to airport at 09:45 (90 minutes). • Full day touring.
• Private jet to Phuket, Thailand (11:30–13:45).
• Lunch on jet.
• Optional elephant experience (included). DAY 12
• Private transfer to hotel (35 minutes). Thursday, 1 April 2021
• Welcome cocktails and dinner. Amankora, Suite (Thimphu, Bhutan)
B L D
• Hike to Tiger’s Nest (with 1 hour transfer to and from
DAY 9 Paro).
Monday, 29 March 2021 • Farewell cocktails and dinner.
Amanpuri, Garden Pavilion (Phuket, Thailand)
B L
• Optional morning helicopter ride (additional cost). DAY 13
• Afternoon yacht excursion to Phang Nga Bay with Friday, 2 April 2021
lunch (13:00–17:00). Amanbagh, Courtyard Haveli Suite (Alwar, India)
B L
• Private transfer to airport at 08:45 (1 hour).
DAY 10 • Private jet to Jaipur, India (11:00–13:02).
Tuesday, 30 March 2021 • Lunch on jet.
Amankora, Suite (Thimphu, Bhutan) • Afternoon touring in Jaipur.
B L D • Private transfer to Alwar at your leisure.
• Private transfer to airport at 07:15 (35 minutes).
• Private jet to Paro, Bhutan (09:00–11:33).
• Lunch on jet. DAY 14
• Private transfer to hotel (1 hour). Saturday, 3 April 2021
• Afternoon at leisure or touring if you wish. Amanbagh, Courtyard Haveli Suite (Alwar, India)
• Welcome cocktails with special guests. B L D
• Welcome dinner. • Morning touring.
• Afternoon cow dust tour.
• Fire Meditation.
• Farewell dinner.
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DAY 15 DAY 19
Sunday, 4 April 2021 Thursday, 8 April 2021
Amanzoe, Pool Pavilion (Peloponnese, Greece) Aman Sveti Stefan, Cottage (Montenegro)
B L D B
• Private transfer to airport at 08:05 (2 hours). • Touring to Kotor town.
• Private jet to Athens, Greece (11:00–15:27).
• Lunch on jet. DAY 20
• Helicopter to Peloponnese. Friday, 9 April 2021
• Welcome cocktails and dinner with history expert. Aman Venice, Palazzo Bedroom (Venice, Italy)
B
DAY 16 • Private transfer to airport at 09:45 (30 minutes).
Monday, 5 April 2021 • Private jet to Venice, Italy (11:00–12:23).
Amanzoe, Pool Pavilion (Peloponnese, Greece) • Private transfer to hotel (30 minutes).
B L • Afternoon touring.
• Boat excursion to Spetses Island with lunch.
DAY 21
DAY 17 Saturday, 10 April 2021
Tuesday, 6 April 2021 Aman Venice, Palazzo Bedroom (Venice, Italy)
Amanzoe, Pool Pavilion (Peloponnese, Greece) B D
• Full day touring.
B L
• Day at leisure. • Farewell cocktails and dinner.
• Optional boat excursion to Hydra Island with lunch.
DAY 22
Sunday, 11 April 2021
DAY 18
Wednesday, 7 April 2021 B
Aman Sveti Stefan, Cottage (Montenegro) • Private transfer to Venice airport for your flight
B D onward.
• Morning touring to Athens or morning at leisure and
private transfer to Athens.
• Private jet to Montenegro (15:00–16:00).
• Private transfer to hotel (30 minutes).
• Welcome cocktails and dinner with history expert.
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TOKYO, JAPAN
A trip to the ultra-modern city of Tokyo is unforgettable – from Aman Tokyo, one can gaze upon the multi-coloured
glow of the city leading straight to the horizon, an awe-inspiring sight. Tokyo has been the nation’s capital since the
start of the Meiji Restoration in 1868 when, among other major changes to the nation’s political and social structure,
Japan came out of its self-imposed isolation. Prior to 1868, Tokyo was a small castle town known as Edo, which had
become Japan’s political centre in 1603, when Tokugawa Ieyasu established his feudal government there. Edo was
renamed Tokyo, ‘eastern capital’, in 1868.
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AMAN TOKYO
An urban sanctuary atop the shimmering Otemachi Tower, Aman Tokyo is a monument to the modern-day
Japanese capital, a place where dynamism is tempered with serenity. History, commerce and culture fuse truly
cosmopolitan yet intrinsically Japanese aesthetics, offering fascinating juxtapositions at every turn. Gleaming
skyscrapers reach for the heavens beside nineteenth-century palaces; humming intersections exist alongside quaint
lanes lined with convivial yakitori-ya, ramen shops and shochu bars; state-of-the-art shopping centres overlook
beautiful parks, pink with cherry-blossom in spring.
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ROOMS & SUITES
Aman Tokyo’s rooms and suites are lofty urban havens drawing design inspiration from traditional Japanese
residences. Blending wood, washi paper and stone with modern technology and luxurious fabrics, they offer
magnificent views including the Imperial Palace Gardens, and Mt Fuji on the horizon on clearer days.
DINING & WELLBEING
Aman Tokyo offers a selection of sublime dining experiences. Arva brings Italian seasonal ingredients and cooking
techniques, while maintaining a distinctly Japanese emphasis on clean, refined flavours. Early every morning the
Master Chef travels to the fish market, to select the freshest, seasonal fish and seafood for Edomae style sushi at
Musashi. The vast garden and bar lounge, designed to resemble the inside of a traditional shoji paper lantern is the
perfect spot for all-day dining in Tokyo. During the day, sample Afternoon Tea – an Aman Tokyo speciality – high
above the Imperial Palace Gardens. The Café by Aman features French delicacies with a menu that changes every
two months.
Aman Spa Tokyo is a vast, light-filled space set high above the Tokyo skyline. A complete range of treatments,
therapies, and facilities draws on the Japanese principles of nature and balance. Multiple treatment rooms are
available, and the signature Spa Journeys focus on Japanese natural ingredients and philosophies. The Spa features
large Japanese-style hot baths and steam rooms, a light-filled 30-metre pool with panoramic city views, a world-
class fitness centre with the latest cardiovascular and weight-training machinery, and dedicated yoga and Pilates
studios.
10DAY 1
Sunday, 21 March 2021
Aman Tokyo, Deluxe Room (Tokyo, Japan)
Included Meals: D
Arrive in Tokyo, Japan, on your long-haul flight.
Private transfer to Aman Tokyo (approximately 30
minutes from Haneda airport/1 hour from Narita
airport).
Welcome cocktails and dinner with special guest,
starting at 18:00.
DAY 2
Monday, 22 March 2021
Aman Tokyo, Deluxe Room (Tokyo, Japan)
Included Meals: B
TODAY’S SCHEDULED SHARED EXPERIENCES
Choose one of the following:
Sushi Experience and Lunch: Learn how to prepare
sushi’s basic rice with rice vinegar, slice various fish
and vegetable ingredients, and roll, cut and display
the pieces, before enjoying your own (as well as your
professional instructor’s) creations for lunch.
Sword Fighting Lesson: Japan’s ancient samurai
swords were once employed during battle, and their
use is today considered an artform. During your sword
lesson you will practise movements evolved from the
techniques used by samurai in battle.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a local casual restaurant on your
own (not included unless you do the sushi experience).
SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES
The rest of the day is yours to explore Tokyo with your
private car, driver and guide. Discuss with your guide
what you would like to see.
Jogai Market: Jogai is the outer market area
surrounding the famous Tsukiji Market. A variety of
fresh produce, seafood, and kitchenware are sold daily.
You can also visit an Aritsugu store front and browse
the world renowned knives. Founded in 1560, Aritsugu
originally supplied swords to the Imperial House of
11Japan, before becoming a knife manufacturer in the
18th century. This particular store, Tsukiji Aritsugu,
opened in 1918 after gaining independence from the
original store in Kyoto.
Imperial Palace East Gardens: The palace was once
the world’s largest, though now only the inner circle
remains. Seeing the palace itself requires joining a
tour that lasts over an hour; instead, we recommend
heading into the beautiful East Gardens, which are
open to the public. During cherry-blossom season,
this is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to
take in the sakura (cherry blossom), as the grounds of
the Imperial Palace and nearby Kitanomaru Park are
covered in a pink-white floral blanket during the peak of
the blossom season.
Ginza: Tokyo’s premier shopping district is brimming
with department stores, boutiques, restaurants and
coffeehouses. The department stores’ basement-level
food courts are a must-visit for local delicacies, freshly
packed bento boxes, exquisite teas and more.
Akihabara: Japan’s fascination with technology,
fashion, Manga and youth culture come together
on the ‘Akihabara scene’. Stroll through the flashing
pachinko or video game parlours, a street dedicated
to musical instruments, and electronics stores
showcasing the latest gadgets.
Maid Café: Drop in to one of Akihabara’s many
iconic maid cafés and experience this unique cultural
phenomenon.
Asakusa: Visit the historic Asakusa district. One of
the area’s most popular sites is the Senso-ji Temple,
Tokyo’s largest Buddhist temple. Before heading to
the temple, visit Nakamise Shopping Street. This busy
covered shopping arcade leads from the Kaminarimon
gate to the temple, selling all sorts of Buddhist
paraphernalia. While walking around, sample local
snacks such as senbei rice crackers, grilled on the spot,
flavored with soy and usually wrapped in seaweed.
Fukagawa Fudo Fire Ceremony: Visit Fukagawa Fudo,
an active temple in Tokyo where fire rituals called
goma take place daily at 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00
and 17:00. Sutras are read, drums are pounded, and
various amulets and objects are passed over the flames
in blessing. Walk down the prayer corridor and marvel
at the 9,500 miniature crystal Buddha statues. Upstairs
is a gallery depicting all 88 temples of the 850-mile
pilgrimage route on the island of Shikoku. It is said that
12offering a prayer at each alcove has the same effect as
visiting each temple.
Kitchen Town: Kappabashi Dougu Street, also known
as Kitchen Town, is a famous restaurant and kitchen
supplies shopping district. Browse the bargains on
cups, bowls, trays, pottery, lacquerware, chopsticks,
sashimi knives and copious other items. Don’t miss
Maiduru, maker of the plastic food found in restaurant
display cases. Practically an art, these plastic models
are made as real and accurate as possible and look
delicious enough to eat.
Return to Aman Tokyo at 17:00.
Dinner: Enjoy dinner on your own at Aman or a local
restaurant. Please ask the concierge about reservations
and transportation. Let us know in advance if you would
like to pre-book.
DAY 3
Tuesday, 23 March 2021
Aman Tokyo, Deluxe Room (Tokyo, Japan)
Included Meals: B
TODAY’S SCHEDULED SHARED EXPERIENCES
Tea Ceremony: Experience a traditional Japanese
tea ceremony, chanoyu. The Japanese tea ceremony
originated more than 1,000 years ago when Japan
adopted the Chinese practice of drinking powdered
green tea, and following Zen Buddhist beliefs. A
traditional Japanese tea ceremony is a spiritual
experience that embodies harmony, respect, purity
and tranquility. The ceremony is a choreographed
ritual of preparing and serving Japanese matcha green
tea; traditional sweets are also served to balance the
tea’s bitter taste. The aesthetics of the ceremony are
paramount: one’s attention must focus on movement
and gesture; even the placement of the tea utensils
must follow a certain method. In this lesson you will
learn the subtle yet significant ceremony etiquette
shaped by Zen Buddhism.
Sumo Lesson with Retired Wrestlers: Meet with
retired sumo wrestlers to learn more about the ancient
artform. Sumo is a serious sport that combines weight,
speed, intellect, technique and guile, and many ritual
elements such as purifying the ring with salt. Matches
13can last from a few seconds to a couple of minutes,
until one wrestler forces the other either out of the
ring or to touch the ground with anything other than
the soles of his feet. Contrary to appearances, being
gigantic and overweight is not de rigueur for becoming
a successful sumo wrestler; it is even common to see
a smaller wrestler defeat a larger opponent. In this
private informational session, you will be free to ask
questions and, if you wish, you can also don a ‘sumo
suit’ and try your hand at the sport.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a local casual restaurant of your
choosing (not included).
SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES
Explore Tokyo with your private car, driver and guide.
Omotesando Street: One of central Tokyo’s smartest
boulevards, with broad pavements, tall trees and
hip boutiques and cafés lending it a European feel.
Omotesando Street is also a great place to begin a
tour, by car or on foot, of the Aoyama neighbourhood.
Here you’ll find high-end global fashion, but it’s the
cutting-edge architecture designed by world-renowned
names, including Herzog and de Meuron, Tadao Ando,
and Jun Aoki, that is the real draw.
Aoyama Flower Market Tea House: Set inside the
Aoyama Flower Market, this whimsical garden-room
tea house serves delicate herbal and petal-infused teas
which guests savour as they chat under vined canopies
among the freshest, delightfully fragrant blossoms. Pop
in for a light snack or a midday break from the hectic
Tokyo scramble.
Nezu Museum: Tucked away from the bustling
commercial boulevard of Omotesando in the
fashionable Aoyama neighbourhood, this museum
was established in 1941 by Japanese industrialist
Nezu Kaichiro to preserve his personal collection for
posterity. Today the museum is housed in a striking
modern building designed by architect Kengo Kuma.
Kaichiro’s collection of Japanese and other Asian pre-
modern arts forms the core of the museum’s collection,
while donations from private collectors have helped
the overall collection grow to more than 7,000 objects,
including calligraphy, painting, sculpture and ceramics.
A number of pieces are now designated as National
Treasures.
Harajuku: Although Sundays are famously the day for
Tokyo’s youth to flaunt their sartorial style, you can
14still get a sense of the unique local scene here along
Takeshita Street; every afternoon, local teenagers swap
their staid school uniforms for something a little more
on-trend.
Meiji Shrine: The shrine’s giant torii gates, surrounded
by the lush environs of Yoyogi Park, are another of
Tokyo’s iconic sights. Originally built in 1920, the shrine
was destroyed in World War II and rebuilt in 1958. It
is dedicated to Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress
Shoken, who ruled from 1868 to 1912, presiding over
Japan’s transition from centuries of shogun rule to
imperial power. Shinto is Japan’s indigenous faith, with
a uniquely beautiful reverence for nature. The shrine’s
natural setting, amid the expanse of Yoyogi Park, is a
rare sight.
Tokyo Skytree: Head towards the Tokyo Skytree,
currently the tallest broadcast tower in the world. The
tower stands at a height of 634 metres, and houses an
observation tower at the top, from which visitors get a
stunning panoramic view of the city.
Shibuya Crossing: Visit Shibuya crossing, one of the
world’s most heavily used pedestrian intersections.
When the light turns red all vehicular traffic comes
to a halt and the crossing is momentarily filled with a
frenzy of criss-crossing pedestrians. Neon lights and
enormous video screens create a lively atmosphere.
Hachiko Statue: From Shibuya Crossing visit the
nearby Hachiko statue, perhaps Tokyo’s most famous
meeting spot and a popular tourist destination.
Hachiko is a small akita dog remembered for his
remarkable loyalty. In the early 1920s a professor who
lived near Shibuya station would come home to find
Hachiko waiting for him at the station every day. The
professor died in 1925 but the dog would continue to
come to the station to wait for his owner until his own
death ten years later.
Cat or Bunny Café: Enjoy this curious experience where
you can sip a drink and pet animals.
Bonsai Museum: Visit the Bonsai Museum and learn
about the history and cultural significance of various
bonsai and bonsai-related traditional arts from multiple
perspectives, including art history, craft history and the
history of horticulture.
21–21 Design Sight Museum: Visit this striking
collaboration between two of Japan’s leading
15contemporary figures in the arts: fashion designer Issey
Miyake and architect Tadao Ando.
Other special experiences related to art, architecture,
birding or almost any other interest are available on
request and possibly at an additional cost.
Return to Aman Tokyo by 17:00 and freshen up.
Dinner: Enjoy dinner on your own at Aman or a local
restaurant. Please ask the concierge about reservations
and transportation. Let us know in advance if you would
like to pre-book.
DAY 4
Wednesday, 24 March 2021
Amansara, Courtyard Suite (Siem Reap, Cambodia)
Included Meals: B L D
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the Restaurant before
checking out.
07:45: Private transfer to Haneda airport (30 minutes).
09:00: Private jet from Tokyo to Siem Reap (7 hours
30 minutes, - 2 hours time difference).
Lunch will be served on board the jet during this flight.
16SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA
The Kingdom of Cambodia has rightfully become a traveller’s mecca due to the magnificent cultural heritage of
Siem Reap. In addition to Angkor Wat, one of the great man-made wonders of the world, and other remarkable
temples throughout the Angkor area, the heart of the country also offers natural marvels like Boeung Tonlé Sap,
Cambodia’s vast freshwater lake, which sustains a unique culture of floating villages. Angkor was the capital of
the powerful Khmer Empire which controlled most of Indochina (the former French colonies of Laos, Vietnam and
Cambodia) from the eleventh to the fourteenth centuries. In addition to this region, there is the French colonial
heritage of the capital, Phnom Penh, the authentic rural life of Battambang and excellent beach destinations, like
Kep, along the southern coast. The scars of war under Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge have healed a lot in the past
30 years, and today Cambodia is a lovely Buddhist constitutional monarchy of extremely gracious people, delicious
cuisine and rich cultural history.
17AMANSARA
Once a residence for guests of the king, Amansara is a masterpiece of 1960s New Khmer architecture - an
unabashedly modern style. A careful and sensitive restoration brought the building back to its former glory, retaining
the original single-level layout, curvilinear pool and monochrome minimalism. Gardens and a canopy of mature
trees create an introspective atmosphere, continued in the suites, which open onto private courtyards and ponds.
Custom itineraries lead guests intuitively towards less-explored destinations – cycling through crowd-free ruins,
meditating amid ancient forest or cruising to the floating villages of Tonlé Sap lake.
18SUITES
Finished in pale terrazzo and timber, Amansara’s suites offer a combined bedroom and living area which steps down
into a light-filled bathroom with an island bathtub. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to a private garden courtyard
with sun loungers, a reflection pond and, in 12 suites, a private plunge pool. Sandstone reliefs reference the famed
ruins of Angkor temples just minutes away.
DINING
Amansara’s sleek circular restaurant offers Cambodian-centred cuisine under soaring ceilings, or outdoors at
pergola-shaded tables by the pool. The daily changing menus focus on simple flavours, using organic produce direct
from the market and local suppliers. For a unique experience, private dining is available at the resort’s rustic Khmer
house at Angkor, where meals are prepared over charcoal to the sounds and sights of village life.
19DAY 4
Wednesday, 24 March 2021
Amansara, Courtyard Suite (Siem Reap, Cambodia)
Included Meals: B L D
Lunch will be served on board the jet during this flight.
14:30: Arrive in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
TODAY’S SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES
Ta Prohm Temple: The ruins at Ta Prohm date from
1186 and have been allowed to be reclaimed by the
jungle. This atmospheric temple complex is a must-see
on any visit to Siem Reap and offers amazing photo
opportunities, as well as the chance to view the latest
archeological discoveries made here, such as 2011’s
two headless stone statues, which date from the
twelfth century and are the biggest excavated finds
since the 1930s. Explore the ruins with an archaeologist
who has led the preservation effort at Ta Prohm for
more than a decade, and who can provide fascinating
insight into the temple’s history.
Private transfer to Amansara (30 minutes).
THIS EVENING’S SCHEDULED ACTIVITY:
Fashion Show and Cocktails - 18:00: Arrive at haute
couture designer Eric Raisina’s atelier for cocktails and
a special private fashion show.
Dinner: Have dinner at the hotel (it is included at
Amansara). If you wish to dine outside of the hotel, note
that you will have to pay directly.
DAY 5
Thursday, 25 March 2021
Amansara, Courtyard Suite (Siem Reap, Cambodia)
Included Meals: B L D
Morning pick-up time: 5:00 am
Morning return time: 7:00 am
20Sunrise at Angkor Wat: With your private guide, get
close up to Angkor Wat where your first impressions of
the monuments’ grandeur at daybreak will be relatively
private. Angkor Wat has become one of the world’s
most famous attractions, on a par with the Great Wall
of China and the Taj Mahal. Built in the twelfth century
as the capital of King Suryavarman II’s kingdom, it is
the largest and best-preserved of the Angkor temples,
and the only one to have remained a significant
religious centre (first Hindu, then Buddhist).
Breakfast: Return to Amansara for breakfast and
relaxation before stepping out for further touring.
Second pick-up time: 09:00
Second return time: 17:00
TODAY’S SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES
Helicopter over Angkor Wat: Proceed to the airport
for your private helicopter aerial tour of Siem Reap.
This bird’s-eye view of the Angkor area is a terrific
complement to your exploring on the ground. Your
14-minute helicopter flight path provides a thrilling
experience of the Angkor region, especially Angkor
Wat, western and eastern Barays, Prasat Kravan, Sras
Srong, Pre Rup, and the eastern Mebon temple. The
helicopter is a French-manufactured turbine engine
AS350 Squirrel with seating for five passengers plus
pilot. All maintenance procedures comply with the
highest international civil aviation standards (and
in particular conform to New Zealand Civil Aviation
Authority regulations) and all passengers are covered
by a comprehensive insurance package. Pilots have
expert knowledge of Cambodian flying conditions and
love to share the experience of Angkor-from-above
with visitors.
Lunch: Return for lunch at Amansara.
Banteay Srei: Banteay Srei is a small gem of a temple
that Remote Lands highly recommends. Built in the
10th century and nicknamed the “Citadel of Women,”
Banteay Srei is a jewel box of red sandstone, famed for
its intimate size and the intricacy of its carvings.
21Rural Water Well Development: Fund the building
of a water well for a Cambodian family through the
Cambodian Child’s Dream Organization (CCDO).
Each water well and filter provides a family and its
immediate neighbors with easily accessible hand
pumped clean water. On average about 11 people use
each water well, and without these wells villagers
ultimately travel long distances to retrieve water from
pools and streams. After construction of the well is
completed you will have the opportunity to meet the
family and have your photo taken together in front of
the newly constructed well.
Return to Amansara.
THIS EVENING’S SCHEDULED ACTIVITY:
Private Temple Dinner - 7:00 pm: Enjoy a private
dinner of gourmet Khmer cuisine on the grounds of
Banteay Samré. Drinks will precede your multi-course
meal, and the evening will include a performance of
traditional Cambodian dance.
DAY 6
Friday, 26 March 2021
Amanoi, Mountain Pool Villa (Vinh Hy Bay, Vietnam)
Included Meals: B L D
Breakfast – from 07:00: Enjoy breakfast before
checking out.
09:45: Private transfer to the airport (approximately 30
minutes).
11:30-13:10: Private jet from Siem Reap to Cam Ranh (1
hour 40 minutes).
Lunch will be served on board the jet during this flight.
22NINH THUAN, VIETNAM
Well known for its natural beauty, crystal blue coastlines and white pearly sand, the area of Ninh Thuan Province
has one of Vietnam’s most beautiful shorelines and notably includes Nui Chua National Park. Sandy beaches like
Ninh Chu and Vinh Hy line the coast. Coral reefs fringe Nui Chua National Park in the northeast.
23AMANOI
Amanoi (‘place of peace’) is a contemporary beachside resort with 9 freestanding guest Pavilions, 18 Villas with
private pools, two Wellness Villas and six Residences. Overlooking Vinh Hy Bay on Vietnam’s dramatic central
coast, the property is embraced by Nui Chua National Park and features a lakeside Aman Spa. The property enjoys
magnificent views from its clifftop infinity pool and Central Pavilion; down on the private sandy shoreline, the Beach
Club includes a dining area and a second swimming pool.
24PAVILIONS & VILLAS
From their curving roofs peeping above the treeline to their latticed windows and discreet natural materials,
Amanoi’s Pavilions and Villas are at one with their magnificent surroundings. They draw on the grace and artful
simplicity of Vietnamese design, offering combined bedroom and living areas, and large bathrooms that open onto
spacious decks. The Villas enjoy private pools and expansive views.
DINING, WELLBEING & FACILITIES
Inside the Restaurant soaring columns and sloping rooflines frame the surroundings, while at the Beach Club meals
are accompanied by pristine sand and the gentle sounds of the surf. Fresh fish from the azure waters of Vinh Hy
Bay takes prominence on the menu. Delivered daily directly from the fishing boats, the fish are cooked simply
and complemented by other locally sourced ingredients as well as panoramic views over the bay and rolling hills.
Amanoi’s Spa Houses provide access to modern equipment as well as the full range of traditional East Asian spa
treatments.
25DAY 6
Friday, 26 March 2021
Amanoi, Mountain Pool Villa (Vinh Hy Bay, Vietnam)
Included Meals: B L D
Have lunch on the jet.
13:10: Arrive at Cam Ranh, Vietnam (1 hour 40
minutes).
Private transfer to Amanoi (approximately 1 hour 15
minutes).
Cocktails and Dinner - 18:00: Enjoy welcome cocktails
and dinner by the pool.
DAY 7
Saturday, 27 March 2021
Amanoi, Mountain Pool Villa (Vinh Hy Bay, Vietnam)
Included Meals: B L D
Breakfast from 07:30: Have breakfast at the
Restaurant.
TODAY’S SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES
Offroad Cycling: Take a bike ride through local villages
to visit morning markets.
Temple Cove (Ong Thinh Beach): Alternatively, start
the day with a 45-minute hike to one of the area’s
best-kept secrets, located within the National Park. The
intimate cove features spectacular rock formations and
provides a breathtaking view of Amanoi in the distance.
Group complimentary Yoga or Pilates class.
Morning at leisure to enjoy the Beach Club. Amanoi
provides complimentary water sport activities (kayak,
paddle board, hobie cat, snorkelling) - no reservation
required, weather permitting.
12:30 - Lunch: In the afternoon, meet at the beach and
take a boat to a floating restaurant for a local seafood
lunch.
26Vinh Hy Bay: After lunch, explore Vinh Hy bay by boat
and visit a fishing village, where you can enjoy tea with
local villagers.
14:30: Return to Amanoi for an afternoon at leisure.
Goga Peak: Hike 15 to 20 minutes from Amanoi up
an inclining pathway to Goga Peak. Enjoy spectacular
views from the top and take in Vinh Hy Bay, the East
sea, coastal rock formations and the southern city of
Phan Rang.
Hanging Lake: Just 10 minutes from Amanoi is the
entrance to Hanging Lake. From here you can hike
through the dense forests of Nui Chua National Park en
route to the expansive lake.
Spa: Recharge with a complimentary afternoon
massage at the Aman Spa. Valid once per person any
time during stay.
15:30–16:30: Complimentary afternoon tea.
Cocktails and Dinner - 18:00: Enjoy farewell cocktails
and dinner at the Beach Club.
DAY 8
Sunday, 28 March 2021
Amanpuri, Garden Pavilion (Phuket, Thailand)
Included Meals: B L D
Breakfast from 07:30: Enjoy breakfast at the
Restaurant.
09:45: Private transfer to the airport (approximately 1
hour 30 minutes).
11:30: Private jet from Cam Ranh to Phuket (2 hours 15
minutes).
Lunch will be served on board the jet during this flight.
27PHUKET
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand and sports fine beaches, constant sunshine, and an enviable proximity to a
multitude of attractions and dive sites – among them the Similan Islands, Koh Phi Phi and the limestone peaks of
Phang Nga Bay.
28AMANPURI
Scattered with coconut palms overlooking the Andaman Sea, the Amanpuri peninsula on Phuket’s west coast
provides a peaceful enclave in which to relax and rejuvenate in complete privacy. The Ayutthayuan-style upturned
roofs of the guest pavilions shelter sleek, spacious interiors, their contemporary appeal matched by the array
of globally influenced venues for dining and entertainment – with cuisines and cocktails originating from South
America, Japan and Italy, as well as Southeast Asia. Witness spectacular sunrises practicing yoga outdoors, or lose
days on the private beach, where a fleet of boats lies ready to whisk guests away to dive sites and neighbouring
islands.
29PAVILIONS & VILLAS
Set on a hillside overlooking a secluded white-sand beach on Phuket’s west coast, Amanpuri’s Pavilions are elegant
and contemporary with oversized bathrooms and spacious dressing areas. Coconut palms cast tropical shadows
onto private terraces, each with an outdoor lounging sala. Views are of the gardens or the ocean, and a number
of Pavilions offer private pools. Amanpuri’s Villas lie towards the tip of the peninsula, with ocean-front or garden
settings. With a choice of two to nine bedrooms, extensive living and dining areas are arranged around a private
swimming pool. Interiors feature Thai furnishings, art and antiques, and live-in staff attend to guests’ every need.
DINING, WELLBEING & FACILITIES
Dine at your choice of Japanese, Thai, Italian and South American restaurants and enjoy the Beach Club. Open
seasonally for lunch, Amanpuri’s Beach Club restaurant is reminiscent of a bustling food market, showcasing the
freshest catch of the day and prime meats, grilled to order, along with wood-fired pizzas and a vibrant array of
Mediterranean salads.
At the Aman Spa, natural herb-infused treatments are offered in six light-filled pavilions that include a private steam
room, shower, bath and outdoor meditation sala. These are joined by a gym and Pilates studio with panoramic
views, a yoga and meditation pavilion, and four floodlit tennis courts.
30DAY 8
Sunday, 28 March 2021
Amanpuri, Garden Pavilion (Phuket, Thailand)
Included Meals: B L D
Enjoy lunch on the jet.
13:45: Arrive in Phuket, Thailand (2 hours 15 minutes).
Private transfer to hotel (35 minutes).
TODAY’S SHARED EXPERIENCES
Elephant Experience: If you wish, stop at an elephant
sanctuary where you can feed, walk and observe the
elephants as they roam throughout the sanctuary,
socialise and bathe.
Alternatively, feel free to go directly to the hotel to
check in and enjoy the afternoon at leisure.
Spa: If you wish, book a treatment at the Aman Spa at
your leisure, on your own account.
Welcome cocktails and dinner, starting at 18:00.
DAY 9
Monday, 29 March 2021
Amanpuri, Garden Pavilion (Phuket, Thailand)
Included Meals: B L
Enjoy the morning at leisure.
TODAY’S SHARED OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Helicopter Charter: Charter a private helicopter for an
exhilarating ride over Phang Nga Bay, where hundreds
of limestone karst peaks thrust up out of the sea in
a variety of formations, towering over the turquoise
water. Please note this experience comes at an additional
cost.
ALTERNATIVE SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES
Beach: Spend your free time soaking up the sun and
trying out Amanpuri’s water sports, all overlooking the
bright turquoise sea.
31Golf: Borrow a set of clubs from Amanpuri and play a
round at one of the six courses in the area. Amanpuri
can assist with reservations. Additional cost.
SCHEDULED GROUP EXPERIENCE
Yacht Excursion to Phang Nga Bay: Board a yacht
and cruise on the sparkling blue waters and between
the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay. The shallow
bay comprises 42 islands and at least 28 species
of mangrove and is home to many diverse and
endangered species, including the dugong. Stop on
an island to spend time on the beach and swim. Have
lunch on your cruise. Scheduled for 13:00–17:00.
Return to the resort and freshen up.
Dinner: Enjoy dinner at leisure in any of Amanpuri’s
venues or a local restaurant.
DAY 10
Tuesday, 30 March 2021
Amankora, Suite (Thimphu, Bhutan)
Included Meals: B L D
Breakfast: Take breakfast on the terrace before check-
out.
07:15: Private transfer to the airport (approximately 35
minutes).
09:00: Depart on private jet from Phuket to Paro (3
hours 33 minutes).
Lunch will be served on board the jet during this flight.
32THIMPHU, BHUTAN
Set in a steep valley at an altitude of 2,350 metres (7,709 feet), Thimphu is surrounded by richly forested
mountains dotted with ancient monasteries and temples. The town, Bhutan’s capital since 1961, is built up from
the Thimphu Chhu (river) and is centred around the Clock Tower and its surrounding lanes of shops and vegetable
and meat markets. Although Thimphu is home to some 104,000 people and is an architectural hybrid of past and
present with monasteries, palaces and dzongs side by side with more modern additions, the town is still entirely
free of traffic lights. Elsewhere in the valley, you can visit Pangri Zampa, two sixteenth-century buildings that now
house a monastic astrologer training school, and, at the head of the valley, walk across one of the country’s oldest
cantilever bridges, which leads to Cheri Goemba, where the Kingdom’s first monk community was based.
33AMANKORA
Combining the Sanskrit word for ‘peace’ with kora or ‘circular pilgrimage’ in Dzongkha, the Bhutanese language,
Amankora is a series of lodges across the central and western valleys of Bhutan. The sole surviving Himalayan
Buddhist Kingdom, Bhutan is located between the Tibetan Plateau and India, making it one of the most remote
and pristine environments on earth. Descending from 7,000m-high peaks in the north to the low-lying plains of
the south, Bhutan’s rivers have forged deep valleys separated by high mountain passes. Historically isolated, each
valley’s scenic beauty and topography affords visitors an opportunity for unique journeys of discovery.
Situated in a blue pine forest in the upper reaches of the Motithang area of the Thimphu Valley, the 16-suite
Amankora Thimphu is close to the capital’s sights and shopping, while remaining a quiet retreat away from the
hustle and bustle of the Kingdom’s main commercial centre. The resort’s dzong-inspired architecture incorporates
whitewashed stone buildings accessed through an enclosed arrival courtyard. Stairs lead from this entryway to a
combined Living and Dining Room with soaring ceilings and wood-panelled walls. An outdoor dining deck provides
views of the nearby stream and surrounding forest. The Spa features three treatment rooms (two single and one
double), a steam room and changing areas.
34ROOMS, SUITES & VILLAS
Amankora Thimphu suites combine a bedroom and lounge, and feature a kingsize bed, a reading chair and a
window banquette. Each suite’s interior features wood panelling and chocolate brown walls, and the spacious
bathroom opens from the bedroom and provides twin vanities, separate shower and toilet, hanging space, and a
terrazzo-clad bath.
DINING
The Dining Room
Dine on traditional Bhutanese cuisine prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients in a warm ambience of
soaring ceilings and wood-panelled walls. Amankora Thimphu’s Dining Room, looking out on the nearby stream
and forest, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, specialising in Indian, Western and Bhutanese dishes. The stay at
Amankora includes full board of breakfast, lunch and dinner each day.
35DAY 10
Tuesday, 30 March 2021
Amankora, Suite (Thimphu, Bhutan)
Included Meals: B L D
11:33: Arrive in Paro (3 hours 33 minutes; –1 hour time
difference).
Private transfer to Thimphu (approximately 1 hour +
traffic).
You will be escorted to your suite. Freshen up and relax;
spend the rest of your afternoon at leisure. If you wish,
step out and explore Thimphu town.
Cocktails with Special Guests - 18:00: Enjoy welcome
cocktails and meet Lhatu Wangchuk, the former UN
Ambassador from Bhutan. Engage in a discussion
about the Gross National Happiness (GNH), the
Bhutanese philosophy which serves as a beacon in the
search for greater wellbeing and advancement. Crafted
by the fourth king of Bhutan, the concept of GNH offers
an index system within which material and spiritual
needs are measured as a way of ranking citizens’
contentment.
Dinner - 19:00: After cocktails, have dinner in
Amankora’s Dining Room at your leisure.
DAY 11
Wednesday, 31 March 2021
Amankora, Suite (Thimphu, Bhutan)
Included Meals: B L D
Your stay at Amankora is all-inclusive; enjoy your
meals on your own.
TODAY’S SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES
Astrology School – Pangri Zampa Lakhang: This
former temple is now used as an astrology centre by
the state clergy, and is home to around 100 monks
studying astrology.
National Library of Thimphu: Home to ancient
Dzongkha and Tibetan texts, this stunning example of
Bhutanese architecture was established in 1967. The
library holds more than 10,000 volumes of scriptures
36in classical language and, on the top floor, rare and sacred
classical texts are displayed.
National Textile Museum: Learn about the art of weaving,
one of the Kingdom’s most important arts. The exhibition
displays the major weaving techniques, and styles of local
dress and textile made by the Bhutanese people.
Memorial Chorten: Drive to the Memorial Chorten,
dedicated to the third king, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck.
The basic structure of the chorten consists of a square
foundation symbolising the earth, a dome symbolising
water and 13 tapering steps symbolising the element of
fire. The shrine is surmounted by a golden sphere that
resembles a shimmering crown.
Motithang Takin Preserve: The takin is the national animal
of Bhutan. There is a folk legend that when the Buddhist
saint known popularly as the Divine Madman visited
Bhutan in the fifteenth century, he was asked by the people
to perform a miracle to demonstrate his credibility. He first
demanded to be fed and he quickly devoured a large cow
and a goat. The saint then placed the remains of the goat
inside the cow’s carcass and ordered this new creature to
rise and run into the fields, thus creating the takin.
Handmade Paper Factory: Visit Thimphu’s paper factory,
where lovely sheets of traditional Bhutanese paper are
made, which sometimes incorporate flowers or plants into
their fibre. The art of handmade paper in Bhutan dates back
to the eighth century, although usage was limited mainly
to religious purposes. Today it is considered an important
element in the preservation of Bhutan’s cultural heritage.
The tiny factory allows guests to view the papermaking
process and purchase samples and gift items from their
shop.
Trashi Chhoe Dzong: Also known as Thimphu Dzong,
this monastery and fortress serves as the seat of the
government and the centre of all religious affairs of the
Kingdom.
Hiking: Bhutan is famous for its misty mountainous
landscapes and offers a range of hiking options for all ages
and fitness levels. Speak to your guide about options.
Cocktails with Special Guests - 18:00: Enjoy cocktails and
meet Dasho Tashi Wangyal, an Eminent Member of the
Bhutanese National Council - one of the two houses of
Parliament. Tashi sits on the Council’s Economic Affairs
Committee and Foreign Relations Committee, and is
the right-hand man and childhood friend of the King.
He completed his higher education in Canada and at
Cambridge University.
37DAY 12
Thursday, 1 April 2021
Amankora, Suite (Thimphu, Bhutan)
Included Meals: B L D
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast in the Dining Room. Don’t
forget to pick up your packed lunch to take on the hike
(let Remote Lands know in advance if you wish to order
one).
Private transfer to Paro (approximately 1 hour).
Tiger’s Nest: Rise early for a half-day hike to Tiger’s
Nest. We recommend you leave no later than 08:30
for this activity. Tiger’s Nest, or Taktshang Goempa,
is one of Bhutan’s most revered monuments. It hangs
off the face of a cliff 900 metres (2,952 feet) above
the valley floor - and has an altitude of 3,120 metres.
The legend states that Guru Rinpoche flew into Bhutan
on a mythical tigress and meditated in a cave before
bringing Buddhism to Bhutan. An approximately
2-hour trek of moderate difficulty straight uphill will
bring you to an observation pavilion at the halfway
point to the monastery, where you may pause for tea
and contemplation. Many people turn back here, but
we recommend that you brave the final approach to
Taktsang, which takes about 45 minutes longer.
After the hike, return to Thimphu (approximately 1
hour).
Relax at the hotel and enjoy a hot stone spa treatment.
Farewell Cocktails and Dinner - 18:00: Come together
and enjoy cocktails, then a special menu of seasonal
Bhutanese cuisine, on your last night in Bhutan.
38DAY 13
Friday, 2 April 2021
Amanbagh, Courtyard Haveli Suite (Alwar, India)
Included Meals: B L
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast in the Dining Room before
checking out.
08:45: Departure via private transfer to the airport
(approximately 1 hour).
11:00: Private jet from Paro to Jaipur (2 hours 32 minutes,
–30 minutes time difference).
Lunch will be served on board the jet during this flight.
39ALWAR, INDIA
Under the British Raj, Alwar was the capital of a ‘princely state’, a semi-autonomous kingdom typically ruled by a
Maharaja. In contrast to much of the rest of Rajasthan’s desert and arid hills, Alwar is set in a picturesque valley and
enclosed by the verdant Aravalli Hills. The city is home to a wealth of historical and natural attractions, and serves
as a centre of agricultural production.
40AMANBAGH
Amanbagh is a verdant oasis of mature palm, fruit and eucalyptus trees lying within a walled compound once
the staging area for royal hunts. Evoking the palatial elegance of the Moghul era, Amanbagh provides a tranquil
base from which to explore the rich heritage of Rajasthan, India’s dramatic frontier region. The topography of the
surrounding Alwar region consists of sandy plains interspersed with craggy hills, a stark contrast to Amanbagh’s
verdant setting, which give the property its name, from aman, meaning ‘peace’ in Sanskrit, and bagh, meaning
‘garden’ in Hindi.
41SUITES
Garden Haveli Suites
Eight Garden Haveli suites are located on the ground level on either side of the swimming pool. The entrance to
each suite is via a courtyard with an outdoor dining area. Inside, a living area includes a large daybed, two armchairs
and a writing desk. Beyond is a private courtyard. The adjoining bedroom features a domed ceiling high above a
kingsize bed and a bathroom filled with natural light.
DINING
The Restaurant
The Restaurant is positioned on the ground floor of the main building and provides a regal atmosphere beneath a
double-height ceiling. The menu’s focus is fresh and seasonal Indian and Western cuisine. Salads, herbs and many
vegetables are grown in the Amanbagh organic kitchen gardens.
The Library Terrace
Located on the second floor of the main building, the Library Terrace is ideal for informal dining in the evening,
particularly under a starlit sky.
The Roof Terrace
Elevated above a canopy of trees, the Roof Terrace provides sweeping views over the surrounding landscape and is
another option for dining and refreshments.
42DAY 13
Friday, 2 April 2021
Amanbagh, Courtyard Haveli Suite (Alwar, India)
Included Meals: B L
Have lunch on the jet.
13:02: Arrive in Jaipur (2 hours 32 minutes; –30
minutes time difference).
TODAY’S SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES
Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace): Built in 1799, by Maharaja
Sawai Pratap Singh, the Wind Palace is the most
recognizable monument of Jaipur. The five-storey,
semi-octagonal monument has 152 windows with
overhanging latticed balconies and is now a museum.
City Palace Museum: Home to the ruling families of
Jaipur since the mid-eighteenth century, the palace’s
many courtyards and sprawling grounds occupied one-
seventh of the old walled city of Jaipur, and its ornate
architecture perfectly blends Rajput and Mughal styles.
Market: A treasure trove for shoppers, Jaipur’s markets
and bazaars offer a wide range of handicrafts, most of
which are produced in and around the city. The city is
also one of the most important centres in the world
for cutting and polishing precious and semi-precious
stones, including diamonds.
Visit Johri Bazaar for silver jewellery, Tripola Market
and Chaura Rasta for textiles, utensils and ironware,
Bapu Bazaar and Nehru Bazaar for local perfumes and
shoes made of camel skin, and finally Mirza Ismail
Road (M.I. Road) to find a large number of shops
selling a variety of goods ranging from jewellery and
brasswork to textiles, blue pottery and woodwork.
Amber Fort: Drive 30 minutes out of town to Amber,
which was the ancient capital of this region and an
active centre until 1727.
Depart for Amanbagh in Alwar at your leisure
(approximately 2 hours); we recommend you leave
Jaipur no later than 17:00.
Dinner: Enjoy dinner in Amanbagh’s Restaurant on
your own. Alternatively, have dinner in Jaipur.
43DAY 14
Saturday, 3 April 2021
Amanbagh, Courtyard Haveli Suite (Alwar, India)
Included Meals: B L D
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the Restaurant.
TODAY’S SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES
Bhangarh: 12 kilometres from Amanbagh, 15 minutes
by Jeep, sits the intriguing old ruined city of Bhangarh.
A medieval site of great archeological importance,
the city was built in the late 1500s and legend has
it that the now uninhabited city of once magnificent
bazaars, palaces, gardens, temples and bathing pools
was deserted overnight just a generation after its
completion - it is famously named the ‘Bhangarh of
Ghosts’.
Somsagar Lake: Head to Somsagar Lake, a manmade
body of water dug out in the late 16th century in honor
of the Mughal Emperor Akbar..
Ajabgarh Fort and Village: Visit Ajabgarh, a remote
tribal village of the Meena minority people, who have
maintained their own separate and distinct customs as
a result of their isolated lifestyle. The Meena, who are
said to have descended from the Matsya Avatar, or the
fish incarnation of Vishnu, inhabit the area from Jaipur
to Sikar in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan.
Lunch: Return to the resort for lunch and escape the
midday heat.
Cowdust Tour - 15:30: Shared open Jeep (four guests per
Jeep) Explore the villages surrounding Amanbagh in the
afternoon when our local neighbours are herding their
goats, cows and buffalos home after a day’s grazing.
The locals will wave and the children will run after the
car, and you may even be invited for chai in one of our
neighbours’ homes – for many guests, it is a profound
and inspiring experience.
Don’t forget your camera, your warm smiles and your
genuine respect. You are welcome to support our local
neighbours by way of a donation back at Amanbagh.
44Fire Meditation - 17:45: If you wish, take part in Fire
Meditation, based on the idea that fire is the most
pure of the five elements. Participants sit on cushions
around a fire called a hawan, which is made up of
natural herbs and fragrant wood from the Himalayas.
The session consists of chanting the Gayetri mantra,
one of the most powerful mantras in Hindu, intended
to energise all of the body’s 24 chakras, or centres of
spiritual power. If you wish to participate, please wear the
white clothes in your room.
Farewell Dinner - 19:00: Come together for a final
dinner at Amanbagh.
DAY 15
Sunday, 4 April 2021
Amanzoe, Pool Pavilion (Peloponnese, Greece)
Included Meals: B L D
Breakfast: Have breakfast at the Restaurant before
checking out.
08:05: Departure via private transfer to Jaipur airport
(approximately 2 hours).
11:00: Private jet from Jaipur to Athens (7 hours 16
minutes, –2.5 hours time difference).
Lunch will be served on board the jet during this flight.
45PELOPONNESE, GREECE
The historic peninsula of the Peloponnese is home to great archeological sites such as ancient Olympia, Epidaurus,
Byzantine churches and castles. Alongside history and culture, the natural beauty is replete with white-sand
beaches, warm clear waters, mountains, forests and caves, making the Peloponnese a coveted holiday destination.
46AMANZOE
Drawing its name from the Sanskrit word for ‘peace’ and zoe, the Greek word for ‘life’, Amanzoe is situated on a
hilltop close to the town of Porto Heli on the eastern coast of the Peloponnese. Situated on a gentle rise surrounded
by undulating olive groves, Amanzoe’s 360-degree views take in the Peloponnese countryside and rocky coves.
Designed by renowned architect, the late Ed Tuttle, Amanzoe’s design is influenced by classical Greek architecture,
reminiscent of the Ancient Greek Agora and the Acropolis.
47PAVILIONS & VILLAS
Drawing on classical Greek architecture, with strong lines and a pared-back aesthetic, Amanzoe’s standalone
Pavilions all open onto terraces with private plunge pools and views of the surrounding land and sea. Each Pavilion
is accessed via a stone-walled courtyard, leading to a high-ceilinged living area and kingsize bed positioned in a
marble alcove with views. Amanzoe’s Villas are cool, spacious abodes surrounded by olive groves.
Overlooking the Aegean Sea, each of the Villas features an open terrace with sand-coloured marble floors,
traditional dry stone-clad walls, and concrete columns and cornices. A chef and a host serves each one.
RESTAURANT, WELLNESS & FACILITIES
Simple, contemporary Greek and Mediterranean dishes emphasise locally sourced ingredients at Amanzoe, which
receives daily deliveries of local bass, bream, grouper and crustacean, as well as locally reared lamb and pork.
Meals are served in the airy Restaurant, with its deep-blue sea views, as well as at the Pool Terrace, Nama, the
Japanese restaurant, the informal Beach Club or surrounded by candles in private.
The holistic healings of Hippocrates are the inspiration for Amanzoe’s light-filled 2,850-square-metre
Spa,combining diet, gymnastics, exercise, massage and sea bathing with modern natural products and treatments.
A gym is also available, and studios host yoga and Pilates sessions.
48DAY 15
Sunday, 4 April 2021
Amanzoe, Pool Pavilion (Peloponnese, Greece)
Included Meals: B L D
Have lunch on the jet.
15:46: Arrive in Athens (7 hours 16 minutes, –2.5 hours
time difference).
Take a helicopter transfer from Athens to the
Peloponnese. Your luggage will be transferred separately
by van.
Spa: If you wish, book a treatment at the Aman Spa at
your leisure, on your own account.
Welcome cocktails and dinner with local historian,
starting at 18:00.
DAY 16
Monday, 5 April 2021
Amanzoe, Pool Pavilion (Peloponnese, Greece)
Included Meals: B L
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the Restaurant.
The private beach and Beach Club are set below
Amanzoe on a sheltered bay. Complimentary transfers
take guests down to the Aegean, where nonmotorised
water sports can be enjoyed. The serene Beach Club
is home to four swimming pools, as well as a casual
eatery and a two-room spa.
SCHEDULED GROUP EXPERIENCE
Shared Boat Excursion to Spetses Island – 11:00–
14:00: Take a short boat trip over to Spetses Island.
Enjoy lunch together at a local tavern along the
pebbled coast before going off on your own to spend
the afternoon strolling the idyllic island. Explore the
picturesque Spetses Town and waterfront promenade.
Don’t forget to bring your swim gear and take
advantage of Spetses Island’s beach.
49Meet at 14:00 to return to the resort together by boat.
Dinner: Enjoy dinner in Amanzoe’s Restaurant on your
own.
DAY 17
Tuesday, 6 April 2021
Amanzoe, Pool Pavilion (Peloponnese, Greece)
Included Meals: B L
Today, enjoy your day at leisure at the Beach Club, set
below Amanzoe on a sheltered bay. Complimentary
transfers take guests down to the Aegean, where non-
motorised watersports can be enjoyed. The serene
beach club is home to four swimming pools as well as
a casual eatery and two-room spa.
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Shared Boat Excursion to Hydra Island – 11:00–14:00:
Take a short boat trip over to Hydra Island. The special
thing about Hydra is that cars and other vehicles are
prohibited, so all transportation is done on foot, by boat
or by donkey. Explore the island’s many hiking trails,
stroll the streets and enjoy the architecture, or relax on
the beach.
DAY 18
D
Wednesday, 7 April 2021
Aman Sveti Stefan, Cottage (Montenegro)
Included Meals: B
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the Restaurant.
This morning, enjoy Amanzoe and the beach at your
leisure. By 11:30, private transfer to Athens airport (2
hours 45 minutes).
Alternatively, check out and depart from Amanzoe
around 09:00, and enjoy touring and lunch on your
own in Athens.
SUGGESTED EXPERIENCES IN ATHENS: You will have
a private car, driver and guide.
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