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The spectacular karst formations along the Li River in southern China constitute one of the country’s most iconic landscapes. Mists swirl around the craggy, foliage-covered hills as they rise out of rice paddies and tea plantations, recreating Chinese ink paintings in three dimensions. Artisans of Leisure arranges day cruises on the Li River from the […]
Highlights of our most recent trip through China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Xkan, Guilin, Chengdu, Hong Kong and Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. Artisans of Leisure arranges private luxury tours of China and Tibet.
Destinations: Asia, China, Tibet
Tags: Aman at Summer Palace, Aman China, Beijing, Buddhism, Buddhist monasteries, Buddhist monks, Buddhist temple, Chengdu, Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, China culinary tours, Chinese landscapes, family travel, Forbidden City, Four Seasons Hotel Beijing, Great Wall of China, guided hiking tours, hiking tours, Hong Kong, Hong Kong tours, Huangshan, Jokhang Temple, Lhasa, Longsheng, martial arts, Panda tours, pandas, Potala Palace, Shanghai, Sichuan opera, Tai chi, Terracotta Warriors, The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, Tibet, Tibet tours, wildlife, Xian
Our private Ireland tours feature the most beautiful places, most luxurious hotels and most interesting cultural experiences throughout the Emerald Isle.
Llama trekking in the foothills of the Andes is an unforgettable way to experience the stunning nature and vibrant culture of Northwest Argentina. A two-hour flight from Buenos Aires, Salta City is the gateway to Northwest Argentina and the rural provinces of Salta and Jujuy. This delightful and less-visited region offers many varied touring options, […]
Destinations: Argentina, South America
Tags: adventure, Argentina, food, hiking, llamas, luxury Argentina tours, Salta, South America, trekking, wildlife
A private day trip to the spectacular terraced rice fields of Longsheng, near Guilin, is one of our favorite excursions in southern China. Longji Titian or “Dragon’s Backbone” is the local name for the undulating mountain landscapes, where the shimmering, water-filled terraces are said to resemble dragon scales. Built over centuries, the rice terraces have […]
Tags: active touring, Asia, China, China tours, hiking, Longsheng, luxury travel, nature, rice terraces, villages
We’ve recently introduced a number of exciting new activities in Southeast Asia. All of the experiences—including culinary, active and art options—can be incorporated into our private luxury tours. New Artisans of Leisure experiences in Southeast Asia include: Culinary Touring • Learning to prepare pho (noodle soup) and banh mi (baguette sandwiches) in Vietnam • Taking […]
Destinations: Asia, Bali, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Southeast Asia, Thailand, Vietnam
Tags: adventure, art, Asia, Bali, Burma, Cambodia, culinary travel, design, exclusive experiences, family travel, food, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, luxury resorts, luxury tours, Myanmar, shopping, Singapore, Southeast Asia, Vietnam
Our new private Sri Lanka tours are filled with authentic, hands-on experiences that capture the best of the beautiful island country, such as: • Touring a historic tea factory with the resident tea planter • Learning to prepare Sri Lankan curry during a private cooking lesson • Riding elephants at a private sanctuary • Visiting […]
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The Park Hyatt Vienna is a great hotel option for travelers wanting luxury and contemporary style in the heart of the Austrian capital. Set in a grand historic building in one of our favorite neighborhoods of this culturally rich city, the Park Hyatt is just steps from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, major museums and historic attractions, […]
Highlights of Portugal
(7 Days)
Porto & Douro Valley, Lisbon & Sintra
Highlights of Australia
(11 Days)
Sydney, Uluru (Ayers Rock), Melbourne & Phillip Island, Great Barrier Reef
Essence of Egypt
(12 Days)
Cairo & the Pyramids, Aswan & Abu Simbel, luxury Nile River cruise, Alexandria
Best of the Lake Lucerne Region
(7 Days)
Lucerne, Andermatt
Jewish Tour of Amsterdam
(5 Days)
Amsterdam & environs