Japan has come to the fore as one of Goway’s major destinations, due in part to the image of Japan as an affordable and attractively varied destination. However, the increased demand also reflects Japan as a safe and civilized country for travellers. The combination of the traditional and the progressive aspects of Japan give it an excellent overall appeal in the North American market.

Goway’s tours take into account the need to see the well known and highly popular cities such as Tokyo and Kyoto as well as the need to see the lesser known but equally attractive parts of Japan such as Hakone, Takayama and Kanazawa.

Japan is very easy to get around due to the excellent and efficient rail service; travelling from one city to another is very quick and eliminates time involved checking in at airports for flights.

Goway offers 3 day stopovers in Tokyo, Kyoto, Nagoya and Hiroshima. Additional nights can be added as necessary to extend the stay, and excursions can be taken to traditional sites such as Nikko from Tokyo and Nara from Kyoto.

For travellers looking to join the Tokyo and Kyoto packages, Goway offers a 2 day Hakone National Park package starting in Tokyo and finishing in Kyoto from $573.

More intensive planned itineraries include the 9-day Classic Japan Getaway which visits Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto and Hiroshima with travel between cities by Bullet Train. The package includes air travel with Japan Airlines, hotel accommodation, breakfast daily and sightseeing and transfers. Prices start from $3439 from Vancouver.

Also available is the 9 day Japan in Depth tour which visits Tokyo, Hakone National Park, Takayama, Kanazawa and Kyoto. Prices start from $3689 per person from Vancouver.

Goway also offers accommodation at Traditional Japanese Inns known as “Ryokan”. They offer an insight into how the Japanese would spend their leisure time. These vary in price depending on the style required and Goway has a good selection in Kyoto and Hakone National Park. Breakfast and dinner are always included as is genuine warm Japanese hospitality. For more details on Traditional Japanese Inns, visit our website. Prices start from $682 per person for a 3 day stay.

For more information on these and other travel ideas call 1-800-387-8850, email info@goway.com or visit www.goway.com.

To most, the word “cruising” conjures up impressions of large-scale cruise ships. When it comes to Asia, there are an abundance of cruises, from large to boutique, that offer scenic and cultural options to many countries.

Probably the most popular and best known cruise in Asia is on the Yangtze River in China. Goway offers a selection of 3 different cruise lines to suit all budgets and tastes, all of which sail both downstream and upstream between Chongqing and Yichang or Wuhan from a minimum of 4 days to a maximum of 6 days. All accommodation is in outside cabins to enjoy the Yangtze and all meals and shore excursions are included in the price. With regular sailings between March and November, prices start from $371.

For those travellers who enjoy large Ocean going ships, Goway offers first class cruising on Star Cruises sailing from Singapore. The SuperStar Virgo carries 1960 passengers and the SuperStar Gemini carries 800 passengers and they visit such ports of call as Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Penang and Langkawi in Malaysia, Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui and Krabi in Thailand and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. All meals are included in the one-week cruise fare from $1076 and shore excursions are available at reasonable prices.

For a unique and cultural experience, the luxury 5-star “Road to Mandalay” in Myanmar (formerly Burma) is a prime example. Owned and operated by Orient-Express, the ship sails between Bagan and Mandalay for 5 days and carries a maximum of 110 passengers accommodated in outside cabins. Meals and shore excursions are included with prices starting from $3047 for a 9 day itinerary which includes the cruise plus Yangon, Bagan and Mandalay.

In Thailand, the unique Rice Barge Cruises are available for 2 and 3 day cruises from Bangkok to the ancient capital, Ayuthaya. Activities include visits to local villages and markets as well as easy cycling excursions, and prices start from $342 including all meals and sightseeing.

Backwaters Cruising in the South of India can be taken in the lush and scenic state of Kerala sailing through a network of lakes, rivers and canals. Goway offers a 5 day package which includes 3 nights cruising on the M.V. Vrinda (a 16 passenger luxury cruise ship owned by Oberoi Hotels & Resorts) plus one night in the city of Cochin. The cruise includes all meals and shore excursions, and prices start from $1481.

For full details on Goway’s Asia Tours, request Goway’s Asia travel planner, visit www.goway.com, call 1-800-387-8850 or e-mail info@goway.com.

As the internet increasingly competes with the skills of a professional travel agent, Goway Travel is expanding their range of vacations into the lesser known destinations in South East Asia. Extensive programs have been researched and planned to countries such as Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar. These destinations are not only experiencing a growth in popularity, but traditionally require the planning skills of a travel professional.

Goway’s 19-day South East Asia Odyssey visits Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar with regular departures throughout the year. In Vietnam, travellers explore Hanoi, the capital, with a visit to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and home; Hue, the ancient capital with its’ Citadel reminiscent of the Imperial Palace in Beijing and the impressive tombs of former Emperors of yesteryear; Hoi An, an old port with narrow streets, Japanese bridge and excellent shopping and outdoor markets; and Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon and still so-called by many locals). In Cambodia, the first stop is the amazing archaeological site of Angkor Wat and the capital, Phnom Penh. In Myanmar, destinations include Yangon, the capital with its splendid and extensive Shwedagon Pagoda, the most famous landmark in the country and Bagan, the “jewel in the crown” with its 2000 temples, pagodas and monasteries. Tour price starts at $5629 from Vancouver.

For independent travellers, Goway’s 13-day Vietnam Showcase is the perfect in-depth itinerary for Vietnam and includes Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Hoi An and Hanoi as well as the beautiful hill station, Dalat, Vietnam’s premier beach resort at Nha Trang, and the spectacular Halong Bay, Prices start from $2043 per person excluding International airfare with departures all year round. For those with less time, Goway’s 7 day land only “Classic Vietnam includes Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Hoi An and Hanoi with prices starting at $1019 per person.

Cambodia for independent travellers is catered to by a 5 day land only Cambodia itinerary featuring Phnom Penh and Angkor Wat plus a 3 day Angkor Wat package is also available.

Laos is an excellent destination to add to visits to Vietnam and Cambodia. Goway’s Laos: The Forgotten Country encapsulates the essence of this former French colony and includes visits to the capital, Vientiane and Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to the amazing array of colourful Buddhist temples and unspoilt character. Prices start from $1105 per person.

Myanmar can be explored on either Goway’s 6 day Classic Myanmar or 9 day Myanmar in Depth. Both include time at Yangon, Bagan and Mandalay, with the “in depth” itinerary incorporating visits to the hill station, Kalaw and the resort of Inle Lake. For cruise enthusiasts, the Road to Mandalay is a luxury cruise ship owned and operated by Oriental-Express and sails regularly between Bagan and Mandalay on the Irrawaddy River. Prices start from $1815 per person for a 5 day cruise.

For full details on Goway’s Asia Tours, request Goway’s Asia travel planner, visit www.goway.com, call 1-800-387-8850 or e-mail info@goway.com.