CHINA & SOUTHEAST ASIA

MW TOURSEXPERIENCEWhy Travel With Us?At MW Tours, we know our destinations verywell. We work hard on every aspect, so youcan travel with confidence knowing your triphas been well researched and planned. Ourstaff travel to every destination we sell, soyou know you are speaking to professionals familiar with the local area, allowing forpersonalised planning of your experience. Weoffer many options to suit every customer’srequirements, so no matter which tour youchoose, our quality & prices are alwaysvery competitive offering the best value formoney!Our service goes well beyond a booking too!To ensure you are supported through yourwhole trip, we provide you with a 24 hour(local & overseas) contact numbers for alldestinations, offering you peace of mind anda worry-free holiday!Please take your time to read through thefollowing, as it breaks down further why youshould be travelling with MW Tours.Family Owned BusinessMW Tours is owned and operated by theWang family. After owning, and beinginvolved in, successful tour operations inNanjing, China, Navy Wang started the business in Australia in 2008. Today the businessthrives as a major competitor in the Asian,Subcontinent & African regions havingdelivered exceptional holiday experiences to4thousands of Australians.Exceptional Value for MoneyYou will find our entire portfolio offersexceptional value for money with moreinclusions and added value than any othercompetitor in the market! Thanks to ourreliable local partners we offer you the bestprice right from the start allowing you moretime to immerse yourself into planning yourtrip to each and every destination, however ifyou happen to find a cheaper price with thesame quality inclusions and duration, we willmatch the price.Touring Options & Benefits Fully Inclusive Small GroupsYou will not find any ‘Hidden extras’ or ‘Surprises’ after you book a fully inclusive tourwith MW Tours and furthermore you won’tget lost in the crowd! When we say fully inclusive, we mean it. This means all our air andland packages are inclusive of international& domestic economy class flights, any cruiseand train tickets, luxury accommodation,delicious local meals, English speaking localguides, tipping for guide and driver, localtaxes and surcharges, entrance fees, someevening entertainment, pre-tour information booklet, travel wallet, air-conditionedcoach transfers throughout and even dailymineral water. One of the benefits to traveling in small groups, is that you get attentive,personalised and intimate service. Your guidewill be able to create more unique experiences, aligned with your interests as a result.Put this together with making new friendsduring your tour, you really can see why thisoption is becoming a popular choice with ourcustomers. Generally, these tours numberbetween 6-8 travellers. Semi IndependentFor those looking at a budget option & maynot want everything included, we also have aselection of tours that cater for this. Our semiindependent tours are designed to allowyou the ultimate control of your holiday. Likemaking your own decision on which train tocatch or finding your own way back to yourhotel at the end of your tour. These toursoffer adventure and exploration to customerswho want the bare necessities but the mostflexibility. Seat In Coach (SIC)Tourist destinations have for many years,taken groups of tours and it’s for this reasonthat in some countries they already offertours that can be joined by many travellers.Referred to as seat-in-coach tours, these aredesigned so that English speaking travellers,from all over the world, can hop on thesetours (ranging from daily to 14 ) and experience the “best of”. We have a number of theseavailable through our portfolio. Tailor-madeEnjoy great flexibility and independencewith our Tailor-made packages. Whetheryou are families with small children, a groupof friends or you’re a member of local club,school or community wanting to create aspecial interest tour, we can tailor-makeyour tour to suit your requirements to any ofour destinations! Simply contact one of ourfriendly professional consultants to designyour perfect itinerary.AuthenticityWe have some of the best cultural experiences in the market. Our itineraries are designedto take you to areas off the beaten track todiscover unique & authentic experiences.Things such as staying in Temples whereexperiencing life as a monk, show you howsimple life can be and it’s here that you mightexperience limited accommodation facilities.Others involve experiencing remote areasof India and the foot hills of the Himalayas,where you stay in regions that are so remote,that cars are banned from the town centres!You really can have the most authentic andcultural experience with MW Tours!Luxury HotelsOur small group touring focus allows us tohave a broader range of accommodationoptions. All our group tours use quality 4 - 5*luxury hotels. All hotels are inspected by ourstaff and our local partners so that our highstandards are not sacrificed. In remote areas,we use the best local hotels to accommodate travellers. In each of our brochures, weprovide a sample of the luxury hotels, we use& that you may be staying in.Unforgettable DiningDon’t worry about having no availabilityat restaurants like most bigger tours. Ourlocal guide will get you a table at the mostdelicious, authentic & quaint eateries. Ourtours include most meals as indicated in theitinerary. Breakfast can often be a combination of local and western food, usually servedin a buffet style. Lunch and Dinner consist offamous traditional local cuisine, with a widerange of specialties to choose from. Our included meals are designed to offer travellersan opportunity to experience various types oflocal cuisine and flavours.Group SizesGroup sizes in each destination vary, withaverage group sizes ranging from 6 to 15passengers. Most of our group tours areguaranteed to depart with a minimum 2 passengers (excludes Festival & Seasonal tours),so you can book with confidence withoutworrying about your trip being cancelled dueto insufficient number of people, like manyother operators.Our Local & National GuidesA Tour guide is the most important factorof group travel. We are proud and fortunateto have knowledgeable, professional andresponsible guides, some of which have up to30-40 years’ experience in our destinations.Our English-speaking guides may accompany you throughout the tours with largernumbers of passengers sharing their in-depthknowledge inside out along the way. Theirjob is to handle daily arrangements, coordinate with each local exhibition, assist on andoff the coach and help at check-ins. Contactnumbers are provided for our guides whilsttravelling too, to give you peace of mind and24hr assistance, should you need it. We evenoffer bilingual tour guides in some destinations. It doesn’t matter what your requirements are, we have a suitable guide for you.TransportationVarious means of transportation are offeredin our itineraries, with comfort and enjoyment in mind! By Road:All coaches, vans, cars used are modern, airconditioned vehicles, no more than 5 yearsold. On some tours, we keep 20% of seatsempty, to allow for space & seat rotation onyour trip. By Air:We do not compromise on service when itcomes to flying. Full Service Airlines such asQantas, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacificare used as standard when quoting. Domesticair travel is with reliable and full-service carriers to ensure minimal interruptions on yourtours. Please refer to individual tours page formore details. By Water:Cruising is available on many of our tours toChina, India and Indochina offering 5-star service and excellent on board experiences andentertainment. We only use first class cruiselines such as American Victoria, PandawCruises, Century Cruises & Au Co Cruises. By Rail:High Speed Rail or “Bullet” trains are becoming more available in our destinations. Weuse modern technology with extra comfort! Itis important to remember, that depending onyour destination, some bullet train tickets require your luggage to be shipped to your nextdestination separately requiring you to haveovernight baggage for your train journey. By Cable Car or Ropeway:We have a number of locations throughoutour tours where you are required to take aropeway or cable car to the top. Locationsinclude Mt Koya, The Great Wall of China,Zhangjiajie and Hong Kong Lantau.Guaranteed DeparturesWe understand it can be very disappointingif your trip is cancelled, because it’s unableto reach the minimum numbers. With that inmind it’s also essential that we provide confidence and peace of mind to our customers.You’ll be pleased to know, that most of ourtours are guaranteed with a minimum of 2people travelling. In the event, however thatwe are unable to confirm the minimum numbers required to operate certain tours, we willreconfirm the running of the tours with youas soon as possible! Please refer to the termsand conditions, should this situation occur.Stopover PackagesWe have created various stopover packagesin each country, perfect for adding onto anairfare to Europe or doing as part of a cruise.You can add one of them as pre-stay or poststay package to make your holiday longeror simply mix and match to create your ownunique itinerary.Our Local PartnersWith years of experience behind our reliableoverseas partners, you can be assured ourtours operate efficiently and smoothly inevery aspect. Not only does our strong relationship with our local partners ensure theywill always look after you! You can assureyourself that you are getting the best localexperience with professionals that know allthe local secrets.5

TippingWe’ve removed the confusion! Tipping, depending on your destination, is an expectedelement in travel these days. Although not anormal custom adopted by Australian’s, ourguides, rely on and expect tips from passengers. Many passengers are often uncertain ofhow much to tip, because the tipping amountis dependent on the length, group size andservices used during the trip. MW Tour’s removes this worry because tipping is includedin most of our itineraries and paid for onyour behalf. Your final documents will specifythe recommended tipping amount for yourtour guide and driver should tipping not beincluded, however is at your own discretion.Solo TravellersYou might have heard the term ‘singlesupplement’. What exactly does it mean?Single Supplement is often referred to as theadditional cost you pay when travelling singlebut staying in twin share accommodation.The cost can be almost the same as 2 peopletravelling, however MW Tours discount thisso that you only pay on avg 30% extra. On request, we can try to accommodate you with afellow guest of the same gender, however, wecannot guarantee this until 4 weeks prior todeparture. You are required to pay the singlesupplement at the time of booking and claimthe refund when a roommate is confirmed, toshare the room with you.Before Your Tour StartsWe will provide you with your final traveldocuments approximately 4 weeks prior todeparture. Your documents may include (ifapplicable) your air ticket, a detailed dayby day tour itinerary with hotel names, telephone numbers and support contact details,destination information booklet & maps (ifavailable), complementary travel wallet andluggage tags!Early Payment DiscountsBook a fully inclusive tour (Air & Land package) and pay in full, a minimum of 6 monthsbefore departure and you will be eligible toenjoy the following discounts. For land-onlyportion value under 2,500, 50 per persondiscount will apply. For land-only portionvalue between 2,500 to 5,000, 100 per per-son discount will apply. For land-only portionvalue over 5,000, 150 per person discountwill apply.Travel Together and Save Travel with family and friends is a great way totravel. If a group of 6-9 guests travel together,a discount of 5% off the land-only portion, perperson, applies to your booking! If 10 or morepeople travel together, MW Tours offers veryattractive group rates based on the number ofpeople. So, it pays to travel together!Loyalty BONUS!If you’re a MW Tours regular and have travelled with us before, we’d like to say ThankYou, by offering a special 5% discount off theland-only portion (Exclude Air) of the next MWTour! You will need to travel within two yearsof your last trip to qualify for the discount.Important: All discounts are per person anddo not apply to pre-stays, post-stays, transfers,airfares, taxes or other advertised specials. Amaximum 1 discount can be used per booking!Tour GradingPacingFor your convenience, we have graded our tours into 3 pacing categories “Easy Paced”, “ModeratePaced” or “Active Paced’ to assist in selecting the right one for you. You will find the below icons present on the heading of each tour, so that you can identify the grade of the tour you are considering.Easy Paced: Generally suitable for anyone to join with shorter duration and a slower pace for yourenjoyment.Moderate Paced: Tour may include longer periods on foot and climbing stairs as well aslonger driving period.Active Paced: Involves longer than expected walking, trekking and many overnight trainjourneys which an active level of fitness is required for. It may also involve itinerarieswith no more than 1 night in each location.Particularly in Asia, long periods of walking can get quite challenging with large crowds. Accommodation can also be challenging as traditional style hotels can have bedding on the floor and bathroomsthat have large steps. We recommend all passengers with existing medical conditions (whether externalor internal), assess your personal fitness level before attempting to book, with a consultation with yourdoctor.Tour CategoriesKnowing which type of tour is also important when your selecting for the perfect holiday. We have categorised the types of tours into severalgroups to assist in selecting the right one for you. You will find the below icons present on the heading of each tour, so that you can identifywhich category the tour applies to.Back to NatureExplore the great outdoors andsee some of the most picturesqueplaces on earth.CruiseSome of the best sights in theworld can only be seen by water.Enjoy luxury cruises in variouslocations for an unforgettableexperience.BeachSand, Sun & Surf, ideal holiday forthose island or beach getaways.CulinaryFor all those foodies that wantnothing more than to immerse themselves in the local cuisine, for thebest food and wine experiences.FamilyMany activities for all ages &families of all sizes.6MW ToursExperienceCampIf you don’t mind roughing it, thenour camping tours are a greatalternative to travelling.Cultural & AuthenticFor the ultimate experience,plunging head first in some of themost cultural countries on theplanet.FestivalAll our signature packages that arescheduled departures to celebratethe best festival seasonsthroughout Asia & beyond!EcoEco warriors take note! Lesselectricity used and back to basics.HoneymoonIdeal holiday for couples wanting aromantic getaway.7

CHINA, VIETNAM,CAMBODIA, THE PHILIPPINES,LAOS & MYANMMARUrumqiIntroduction to LaosThe country of Laos is diverse, with a mixtureof French and Asian influences. Small villagesand communities are still prominent, surrounded by deep jungle, pristine mountains,and rice and tea plantations. The beautifulnatural landscapes have led to a prevalenceof ecotourism, with the preservation of theenvironment as well as religious and culturalmonuments essential to the country.BeijingLanzhouIntroduction to CambodiaCambodia is known for the famous WorldHeritage Listed Temples of Angkor Wat,however it is also full of pristine beaches,untouched forests, and charming ColonialCities. While also known for its tumultuouspast, the gentle and charming personality ofthe Khmer people, make Cambodia a trulybeautiful destination.Xi’anCHINAYangtze RiverYangtze ngqingancient civilization, friendly people and many of the world’s mostrevered treasures, such as The Great Wall and the Forbidden City inMandalaystunning natural beauty in the Yunnan Province, mighty YangtzeLuangPrabangLAOSHalong BayHanoiNAETYangonMVietnam is rich in history and culture blended from diverse influenc-InleSapaes that have settled over the country and its people. From the 2000years of domination by the Chinese to the more modern influencesHueDanangHoi Anof French colonialism and the turbulent independence movementof the mid 20th Century, Vietnam is now being embraced by theworld for its magnificent natural beauty, friendly and inquisitivepeople and its delicious food. Full of UNESCO and World Heritagelisted sights, Vietnam is a treasure trove of memories. Its geography,man made monuments and structures are supplemented by thepositive attitude of the Vietnamese people themselves, creating aninspiring and captivating atmosphere for visitors.8ManilaNha TrangSiem ReapCAMBODIAPhnom PenhHong KongVIIntroduction to VietnamBaganTaipeiGuangzhouMYANMARBeijing, the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an and cosmopolitan Shanghai,River and along the trading route of the Silk Road.GuilinKunmingChina is a land of mystery and charm. China is forever linked to itsTAIWANIntroduction to ChinaIntroduction to MyanmarMyanmar is a traditional country, which hasmostly maintained its historical charm andBuddhist influences. Authentic transportationis still common, with horse and carts usedin rural areas, however the big cities havemodern technological influences. Mesmerising religious monuments spread throughoutthe country are preserved for all to see, anddaily rituals are still undertaken by the Buddhist Monks.ZhangjiajieDalatHo Chi Minh CityCan ThoBoracayEl NidoPuertoPrincesaCebuBoholTHE PHILIPPINESIntroduction to The PhilippinesAn archipelago of more than 7,000 islands,the Philippines is a tropical paradise locatedin the Pacific Ring of Fire. It is the ideal placefor adventure, relaxation, and exploring a mixof Asian and Spanish culture. Full of naturaland man made attractions, the Philippineshas six World Heritage Listed Sites rangingfrom National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries, to the Baroque Churches and one of the‘New 7 Wonders of the World’, Vigan. Whetheryou want to see some of the 100 endemicmammals, scuba dive some of the mostbreathtaking waters in the world, exploresmall villages, or snooze on the white sandybeaches, The Philippines has something foreveryone.9

ACCOMMODATIONACCOMMODATIONIN VIETNAM, LAOS, CAMBODIA & MYANMARIN CHINAAt MW Tours, we have hand selected the best and most comfortable luxury hotels. We know that a good nightssleep is very important whilst touring. Please ask our reservations team for details.10At MW Tours, we have hand selected the best and most comfortable luxury hotels. We know that a good nightssleep is very important whilst touring. Please ask our reservations team for details.Nikko New Century Beijing 5*Novotel Peace Beijing 4.5*Sunrise on the Bund Shanghai 5*The Ann Hanoi Hotel 4*Sunny Mountain Hotel Sapa 4*Vinh Hung Riverside Resort &Spa Hoi An 4*Golden Flower Xi’an 4.5*Sofitel Nanjing 5*Sheraton Chengdu 5*Eldora Hotel Hue 4*Muong Thanh Saigon 4*TTC Premier Ngoc Lan 5*Grand Mercure Xi’an 4.5*Hilton Chongqing 5*Grand Link Hotel Guilin 5*Fusion Resort Nha Trang 5*Rose Garden Hotel Yangon 5*Bagan Thande Hotel 4*Pullman Zhangjiajie 5*Victoria Cruises 5*Century Cruises 5*Eastern Palace Hotel Mandalay 4*Amata Garden Hotel Lake Inle 4*Le Sen Boutique Luang Prabang 4*LeMeriden Mt Emei 5*Dorsett Grand Chengdu 4*Leshan Wow Hotel 4.5*Ansara Boutique Vientiane 4*Aquaris Hotel Phnom Penh 4*Saem Siem Reap 4*11

ACCOMMODATIONIN THE PHILIPPINESAt MW Tours, we offer a wide variety of accommodation options in The Philippines. There are hotels & resorts tosuit every budget. Please ask our reservations team for details.12Hotel Jen Manila 4*Dusit Thani Makati Manila 5*The Lind Boracay 5*Discovery Shores Boracay 5*Fairways and Bluewater Boracay 4*Crimson Boracay 5*Hennann Resort Alona Beach Bohol 4.5*South Palms Bohol 4*Crimson Hotel Cebu 5*Maribago Bluewater Cebu 4*Plantation Bay Resort &Spa Cebu 4.5*Radisson Cebu 5*Sheridan Beach Resort Palawan 5*Club Paradise Coron 4.5*El Nido Resorts Lagen Island 4.5*EXPLORESOUTHEAST ASIA13

China ExpresswithBeijing, Xi’an & ShanghaiThis luxury tour offers the chance to see historic China for exceptional value. Visit all the ‘must see’ attractions that you haveread and heard about, while travelling in comfort and staying inhigh quality accommodation. Be enchanted by World HeritageListed sites and marvel over the architectural and engineeringfeats of the ancient Chinese. This unforgettable tour allows youto get a glimpse of life in China, while offering you the best cultural and historical entertainment. Don’t miss the opportunityto create once in a lifetime memories on this tour!No. of nightsFlightTrain4N BeijingINXi’an 2N3N ShanghaiDay 06: Xi’an (B/L/-)After breakfast, today’s full day tour includes the world famous 6,000life-size Terracotta Warriors and Horses, and the Wild Goose Pagoda.Day 02: Beijing (B/L/D)After breakfast at the hotel, today’s highlights include tours of Tiananmen Square, the largest city centre square of its kind in China; theForbidden City, the site of thousands of palaces and spellbindingartworks that will give you an in depth insight in to the royal life ofChinese Emperors and Concubines; and the Summer Palace, home ofa World Heritage listed Imperial Garden. In the evening you will enjoya feast of Peking Duck, as well as an entertaining acrobatic show.Day 07: Xi’an - Shanghai (B/L/-)In the morning take a tour to the Drum and Bell Tower Square. Youwill also visit the Muslim Quarter and food market. Afternoon flightto Shanghai, then transfer to Sunrise on the Bund Hotel or similar forthree nights stay.Day 03: Beijing (B/L/D)Wear comfortable walking shoes today as you will explore the GreatWall after breakfast. In the afternoon, enjoy a tour to the famous MingTombs. Return to Beijing for free time, shopping and walking alongthe famous Wangfujing Street.09 NIGHTS / 11 DAYSNDay 01: Depart Australia - Arrive Beijing (-/-/-)Fly to Beijing. On arrival check in to the Nikko New Century Hotel forfour nights.OUTPRICE (LAND & AIR TWIN SHARE) 3,080 per personDeparting Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane flying ChinaHongKongEastern Airlines orMacauChina SouthernAirlines.Day 04: Beijing (B/L/-)After breakfast, tour the Temple of Heaven. The focus here is thefamed Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest, a round edifice constructedof wood without a single nail. Spend the afternoon at leisure; visitinglocal markets or explore Beijing at your own pace.Day 05: Beijing - Xi’an (B/L/D)Morning flight to Xi’an. On arrival, transfer to downtown and visitthe Provincial History Museum where you can feast your eyes onthousands of treasures and precious historical relics. Check in atthe Golden Flower hotel for two nights stay. For dinner, feast on aDumpling Banquet followed by a show of Tang Dynasty singing anddancing.Day 08: Shanghai City (B/L/D)Enjoy a tour of Shanghai City including the Bund, People’s Square,Shanghai Museum, Chenghuang market old town, and Xin Tian Diupmarket area. After dinner, travel to the World Financial Centre for apanoramic view of Shanghai at night.Day 09: Shanghai (B/-/-)Enjoy a free day in Shanghai or take an optional tour to visit thenearby garden city of Suzhou and its classical Chinese gardens andthe famous silk mill.Day 10: Depart Shanghai (B/-/-)Spend the day at your leisure until boarding your return flight.China Small Group TouringnITINERARYDay 11: Arrive Australia (-/-/-)Arrive home in the morning.Inclusions: Return international economy class airfares with full serviceairlines Domestic airfare and taxes Tipping for guide and driver Most meals as indicated 5* accommodation with buffet breakfast All transportation, daily tours, and admission fees Professional English speaking guideExclusions: Travel Insurance Personal expenditures Chinese VisaPRICE (LAND & AIR TWIN SHARE) 3,180 per personDeparting Adelaide, Perth flying Cathay Pacific or Qantas.PRICE (LAND ONLY TWIN SHARE) 2,380 per personPRICE (SINGLE SUPP) 785 per personPrivate departure can be arranged with a surcharge from 350 pp land only14DEPARTURE /10-07/1118/11-28/11(SURCHARGE FROM 200 PP)2020:16/03-26/0306/04-16/0427/04-07/0515

ITINERARYDay 01: Depart Australia - Arrive Beijing (-/-/-)Fly to Beijing. On arrival check in to the Nikko New Century Hotel orsimilar for four nights.Day 02: Beijing (B/L/D)After breakfast at the hotel, today’s highlights include tours of Tiananmen Square, the largest city centre square of its kind in China; theForbidden City, the site of thousands of palaces and spellbindingartworks that will give you an in depth insight in to the royal life ofChinese Emperors and Concubines; and the Summer Palace, home ofa World Heritage listed Imperial Garden. In the evening you will enjoya feast of Peking Duck, as well as an entertaining acrobatic show.Splendour of ChinawithBeijing, Xi’an, Guilin, Yangshuo& ShanghaiNNo. of nightsFlightTrain2N Xi’anINOUT3N GuilinThis all inclusive tour of China is a popular choice for first timetravellers to the vast country. Your luxury tour will take youalong the eastern side, from North to South, allowing you toabsorb the traditional Chinese culture, while also experiencingmodern metropolises. This tour is the perfect introduction totouring and will definitely leave you ready to book your nexttrip!Inclusions: Return international economy class airfares with full serviceairlines Domestic airfare and taxes Tipping for guide and driver Most meals as indicated 5* accommodation with buffet breakfast All transportation, daily tours and admission fees Professional English speaking guide3N ShanghainPRICE (LAND & AIR TWIN SHARE)Exclusions: Travel Insurance Personal expenditures Chinese VisaPRICE (LAND & AIR TWIN SHARE) 4,385 per personDeparting Adelaide and Perth flying Cathay Pacific.PRICE (LAND ONLY TWIN SHARE) 3,585 per personPRICE (SINGLE SUPP) 985 per personPrivate departure can be arranged with a surcharge from 500 pp land only16DEPARTURE /10-10/1118/11-01/12Day 04: Beijing (B/L/-)After breakfast, tour the Temple of Heaven. The focus her

hotel at the end of your tour. These tours offer adventure and exploration to customers who want the bare necessities but the most flexibility. Seat In Coach (SIC) Tourist destinations have for many years, taken groups of tours and it’s for this reason that in some countries they already offer tours that can be joined by many travellers.