BOOK NOW at www.imaginative-traveller.com or CALL 0845 287 0769family adenrstuv171Start FinishStart FinishStart FinishStart Finish201120-Feb 27-Feb 10-Apr 17-Apr 17-Apr 24-Apr 29-May 05-Jun 24-Jul 31-Jul 07-Aug 14-Aug 21-Aug 28-Aug 23-Oct 30-Oct 25-Dec 01-Jan 201212-Feb 19-Feb 25-Mar 01-Apr 01-Apr 08-Apr 27-May 03-Jun 22-Jul 29-Jul 05-Aug 12-Aug 19-Aug 26-Aug 21-Oct 28-Oct 16-Dec 23-Dec 23-Dec 30-Dec 201120-Feb 02-Mar 10-Apr 20-Apr 13-Apr 23-Apr 16-Oct 26-Oct 18-Dec 28-Dec 201212-Feb 22-Feb 23-Mar 02-Apr 25-Mar 04-Apr 21-Oct 31-Oct 16-Dec 26-Dec ItineraryDay 1 / Habarana Arrival Day 2 / Habarana After breakfast head to Sigiriya and climb the Rock Fortress, followed by a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park.Day 3 / Trincomalee Enjoy a trek around the village of Hirwaduna, followed by a bullock & cart ride through the forest, spotting birds, monkeys & bears on the way.Day 4 / Trincomalee Free day to relax on the beach.Day 5 / Kandy Discover the famous Temple of the Tooth & Pooja.Day 6 / Kithulgala Visit a tea factory to see tea making in action, enjoy lunch at the famous Hill Club and end the day at Kithulgala, the setting for 'Bridge on the River Kwai'. Day 7 / Tour Ends ItineraryDay 1 / Kathmandu ArrivalDay 2 / Kathmandu City tour of the capital, visiting Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath & Durbar Square Day 3 / Phakding Fly to Lukla and then start the trek Day 4 / Namche Bazaar Trek to Namche Bazaar Day 5 / Namche Bazaar Rest day in the Sherpa CapitalDay 6 / Thyangboche Trek up to the famous Buddhist Monastery at Thyangboche for views of EverestDay 7 / Monjo Start your descent down the Khumbu Valley Day 8 / Lukla Trek to LuklaDays 9-10 / Kathmandu Free days to relaxDay 11 / Tour ends Secrets of Sri Lanka 7 daysUncover the secrets of the teardrop of India.Experience Sri Lanka's immense diversity, from the idyllic tropical beaches of 'Trinco' to the fading colonial grandeur of Nuwara Eliya and the mass of cultural riches and teeming wildlife which exists between. Trip InfoDeparture DatesMinimum age: 7 yearsTransport: Minibus, 4WD, boat, bullock and cart, on footAccommodation: Hotels (5nts), basic resthouse (1nt)Meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunchTour code: FFSSEverest Teen Trek 11 daysTrek in the heart of the Himalaya and see Everest.This short and scenic trip is fantastic for budding young trekkers, taking in the Khumbu Valley with its spectacular views of Everest and the mighty Himalaya.If you like to be active, surrounded by stunning scenery this trip is for you.Trip InfoDeparture DatesMinimum age: 12 yearsTransport: Domestic flights, minibus, on footAccommodation: Hotel (4nts), teahouses (6nts)Meals: 10 breakfastsTour code: FFXNE

For detailed departures, itineraries and prices please visit our website172family adventuresItineraryVietnam Coastal Explorer 14 days This family adventure combines the excitement of Saigon, the relaxing beaches of the coast and the French-colonial charm of HanoiWe start our trip in bright and bustling Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). The Ben Thanh Market sells everything under the sun, while the War Remnants Museum provides a sobering reminder of Vietnam's war-ravaged past. A journey down the mighty Mekong by boat takes us to a small island, where we spend the night in a homestay with a local family. From the laid-back beach town of Nha Trang, we explore offshore islands and snorkel amongst the colourful fish and coral in the warm waters of the South China Sea. We ride bicycles around ancient Hoi An and explore the charming northern capital, Hanoi, before heading to Halong Bay, where the rugged limestone pinnacles and grottoes combine to form one of the world's most enchanting landscapes.Trip InfoDeparture DatesDAY 1 / SAIGON - Arrive in Saigon and transfer to hotel. DAY 2: SAIGON - We start our trip with a city tour of busy, bright and bustling Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). Here, the Ben Thanh Market seems to sell everything under the sun, while the War Remnants Museum provides a sobering reminder of Vietnam's war-ravaged past. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore at leisure. DAYS 3-4 / MEKONG DELTA - Travel to the scenic Mekong Delta. A journey along the Mekong by boat takes us to a small island, where we spend the night in a homestay with a local family - a real highlight. Return to Saigon. DAYS 5-6 /NHA TRANG - Visit the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels then fly to the laid-back beach town of Nha Trang. Free day to relax in Nha Trang. DAY 7 / NHA TRANG - Enjoy a boat cruise exploring the offshore islands and snorkelling amongst the colourful fish and coral in the warm waters of the South China Sea. We then hop on the overnight sleeper train to Danang. DAYS 8-9 / HOI AN - On arrival at Danang we visit China Beach, enjoyed as an 'R & R' spot during the Vietnam War, as well as the sensational Marble Mountains for a short trek. Continue onto the ancient port of Hoi An. Hoi An has been influenced down the centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. Today it is a delightful backwater town with a maze of narrow streets and an air of liveliness about it.DAYS 10-11 / HANOI - Fly to the charming northern capital Hanoi. We enjoy lunch at KOTO restaurant, an amazing project aimed at providing vocational training for underprivileged young people then enjoy a free afternoon. DAY 12 / HALONG BAY - Travel to Halong Bay where the rugged limestone pinnacles and grottoes combine to form one of the world's most recognisable landscapes. We embark on a memorable cruise amongst this remarkable scenery. A lunch of local seafood is served on board and there are opportunities for swimming, kayaking and visiting one of Halong Bay's many limestone grottoes. Overnight on board. DAY 13 / HANOI - Cruise the bay before returning to Hanoi. DAY 14 / HANOI - Our tour ends in Hanoi this morning.Grade: Culture EasyInclusions: Local tour leader, arrival transfer, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees. Accommodation: 10 nights comfortable hotel, 1 night overnight train, 1 night homestay, 1 night boat Meals: 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners. Group size: Minimum 8, maximum 15. Tour code: PTVCStart FinishStart Finish201103 Jan 16 Jan10 Jan 23 Jan17 Jan 30 Jan31 Jan 13 Feb14 Feb 27 Feb28 Feb 13 Mar14 Mar 27 Mar28 Mar 10 Apr11 Apr 24 Apr18 Apr 01 May25 Apr 08 May09 May 22 May27 Jun 10 Jul04 Jul 17 Jul11 Jul 24 Jul08 Aug 21 Aug19 Sep 02 Oct26 Sep 09 Oct03 Oct 16 Oct21 Nov 04 Dec19 Dec 01 Jan26 Dec 08 Jan201202 Jan 15 Jan09 Jan 22 Jan16 Jan 29 Jan13 Feb 26 Feb12 Mar 25 Mar02 Apr 15 Apr09 Apr 22 Apr