Treasures of Ancient Lands

Happy New Year from

Silk and Stones Travel

We hope your holidays were happy and wish you peace and prosperity in 2012.  We also would love to help you plan a wonderful trip to Southeast Asia.  The photo above is from one of the largest lakes in Southeast Asia.  Experience this stunning lake, the equally impressive Inle Lake in Myanmar, and the mighty rivers:  the Mekong, the Irrawaddy, and the Red River.

Silk and Stones Travel specializes in journeys to exotic, less traveled regions and countries with unusual cultures, architecture, and traditions.  All tours use local suppliers and partners with itineraries designed with sensitivity to the unique environmental, ecological, and cultural opportunities in each country.  Unique activities and locations, exceptional guides, and reliable logistics enable each participant to enjoy the best of travel to these unusual places with comfort and safety.  Check back soon for 2012 new trips and the schedule for small group trips.

     

               

Small group tours and custom designed trips for private groups emphasize the local culture, especially the villages, art, architecture, markets, and cuisine.  Guides are carefully selected for their deep knowledge of their local area, their language skills, and their enthusiasm for sharing their country and culture with others.  Read about Silk and Stones Travel and find resources to plan your trip. 

“Excellent guides, accommodating, helpful well informed about history and culture of each place we visited. The accommodations were superb. Every detail was considered, and executed carefully and thoughtfully for our needs. Highly recommended!”

-- from a guest on recent trips

Photos courtesy of Silk and Stones Travel staff, unless otherwise noted.

Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap, Cambodia