INDOCHINA GOLF & CULTURE Vietnam | Cambodia | Laos | Myanmar

TEE OFF IN EXOTIC SURROUNDINGS! Over the past several years, Southeast Asia has grown increasingly popular as a golf destination. In particular the former Indochina – with countries such as Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar – has experienced a rapid growth in golf travellers from all over the world. This increase is due to a mix of immaculate courses, stunning World Heritage cultural sights, mouthwatering cuisine, and hospitality that cannot be surpassed. With over 20 years of combined experience in the region’s travel industry, we are always on the lookout for novel experiences for our guests – not just new golf courses, but also cultural and culinary treats. Because we live in the region, we are are familiar with the lives and experiences of real people and can pass these on to our visitors.

CONTENT Golf in Northern Vietnam Accomodation in Northern Vietnam Golf in Central Vietnam Accomodation in Central Vietnam Golf in Southern Vietnam Accomodation in Southern Vietnam Golf in Cambodia / Siem Reap Accomodation in Siem Reap Golf in Laos / Luang Prabang Accomodation in Luang Prabang Golf in Myanmar Accomodation in Myanmar Golf Tours Golf Tour Modules

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All our products are carefully selected and tested before being sold to guests. This ensures a high level of quality and the assurance that we know what we are selling. As a member of IAGTO, the International Association of Golf Tour Operators, we are part of the worldwide golf travel community and benefit from annual conferences and events to exchange ideas and build connections. Travelling with Passage To Asia is an “all inclusive“ experience. While we discreetly take care of every aspect of our guest’s journey, they can fully immerse themselves in the country and region they are travelling in.

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NORTHERN VIETNAM North Vietnam, with a somewhat cooler winter climate than more southern regions, is home to what can be considered the most stunningly beautiful golf courses in Vietnam. The hills and mountains on both sides of the Red River serve as a backdrop to challenging and enjoyable courses of international standard. And with world-famous Halong Bay on the doorstep of Hanoi, along with other breathtaking sights, it’s worth spending time in, and getting to know, this important part of modern Vietnam.

CHI LINH STAR GOLF & COUNTRY Located en route between Hanoi and Halong Bay, this course can be ideally combined with a trip to the famous world heritage site of Halong Bay. The rolling forested hills, immaculately groomed fairways and fast greens make playing Chi Linh Star Golf & Country Club an enjoyable experience, one that leaves an everlasting impression on everyone who visits. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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I.G.C.S. (Australia) 2003 27 70 km from Hanoi

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PHOENIX GOLF RESORT The three 18-hole courses of this resort are situated in Ninh Binh, an area also known as “Halong Bay on land.” Each fairway boasts a magnificent view of stunning limestone karsts seemingly jutting out of the rice paddies. Memories of this truly amazing course will be etched into a player’s mind forever. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

Song Ho (KOR) Sato Kentaro (JAP) Ron Fream (USA) 2006 54 45 km from Hanoi

SKY LAKE GOLF RESORT Sky Lake Resort & Golf Club features two 18-hole PGA-standard courses and is located in a unique area, surrounded by magnificent mountains and a large natural lake. The 18-hole Lake course to the west is a links-style, challenging course, with magnificent lakes and beautiful mountains as a backdrop. The 18-hole Sky course to the east is surrounded by the natural Vietnamese forest. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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An Lee Hwan 2012 36 40 km from Hanoi

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ROYAL GOLF CLUB NINH BINH What makes the Royal Golf Club stand out from other golf courses is its beauty and tranquility making for a wonderful place to luxuriate and unwind. The course was designed in harmony with nature. It is surrounded by the natural mountains and rolling hillsides covered with trees. Natural breezes from the 185 hectare Yen Thang Lake will cool golfers down even on the hottest days thus making for a pleasant atmosphere. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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P&Z Design 2010 18 98 km from Hanoi in Ninh Binh

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SOFITEL LEGEND METROPOLE

Located in the heart of Hanoi, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has a long history – since 1901 – as a luxurious and prestigious meeting place. This charming hotel offers legendary service, blending warm Vietnamese hospitality with European luxury.

EMERALDA RESORT NINH BINH

The Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh, in Ninh Binh province, is styled in traditional Tonkin Vietnamese village architecture and furnishings in keeping with its environmental heritage. Wake up to mountain views and later relax in a comfortable lounge chair with a good book or a calming cup of tea.

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HOTEL DE L’OPERA

Hotel de l’Opera Hanoi, just steps away from Hanoi’s beautiful Opera House, embodies the best of Hanoi, featuring colonial architectural accents, along with classic and theatrical interior design. Jewel-tone accents and opera motifs are juxtaposed with contemporary spaces for dining and entertaining. In short, this hotel offers all the glamour of a night at the opera!

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BHAYA CRUISES HALONG BAY

The Bhaya Classic fleet of four vessels marry contemporary luxury with traditional oriental design to deliver a premium Halong Bay cruise experience. Soak up the sights, sounds and scenic delights of this watery wonderland in unrivalled comfort and safety.

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CENTRAL VIETNAM

BA NA HILLS GOLF RESORT

In recent years, Central Vietnam has become a new golf mecca in South East Asia. This comes as no surprise. White sand beaches (some a kilometre long), combined with world-class golf courses by international designers and stunning cultural sights, all add up to make for a perfect vacation. Every region – such as the beach resorts along the East Vietnam Sea or cooler areas in the Central Highlands (Dalat) – has its own charm and guarantees an enjoyable stay.

It has been said that great golf course designers don’t so much “design” the course, but “find” the course that nature created. This is an excellent description of the first Luke Donald signature design. Here the design team “found” a spectacular course, and the result is a great experience for golfers of every level. The varying lies provided by the rolling land, as well as significant elevations changes, mean you will have to use every shot in your arsenal – and probably a few you never thought of before! Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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Luke Donald 2016 18 25 km from Danang

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DANANG GOLF CLUB

LAGUNA LANG CO GOLF RESORT

Danang Golf Club on Vietnam’s central coast is set amid a dunescape similar to those that the world’s first courses were carved from. Its links-style layout was designed in the true spirit of the game – with blown-out bunkers, firm and fast fairways that bleed gently into wild seaside vegetation, and rugged waste areas – by Australian golf legend Greg Norman. Near to Hoi An and Hue, the course offers breathtaking views of the Marble Mountains, East Sea and Cham Islands.

Located within the greater Laguna Lang Co integrated resort is the Laguna Lang Co Golf Club, an 18-hole, par-71 championship course designed by Sir Nick Faldo.This award-winning course delivers a golfing experience for the most experienced player and beginner alike. In keeping with its links-like character, the Lang Co layout offers a traditional out-and-back route, presenting varied opportunities for shots along the way.

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Greg Norman 2010 18 15 km from Danang

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Nick Faldo 2013 18 50 km from Danang

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MONTGOMERIE LINKS Colin Montgomerie, eight-time European Order of Merit winner and 2010 Ryder Cup-winning captain, designed this beautiful links-style course. It was the first – and remains the best – of the new courses in the Central Coast area. And the accolades continue to pour in. Not only was Montgomerie Links rated by the 2012 Forbes Travel Guide as one of Asia’s 10 most elite courses, but it recently won a prestigious Asia Pacific Property Award. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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Colin Montgomerie 2009 18 17 km from Danang

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DALAT PALACE GOLF CLUB Dalat Palace has won many awards and attracted the full spectrum of international golf enthusiasts. This superb course underwent a multimilion-dollar redevelopment in 1994, re-opening amid much anticipation. Located in Dalat in central Vietnam a one-hour flight from Ho Chi Minh City or one-and-a-half hours from Hanoi, it makes full use of its mountainous setting and cooler climate, offering breathtaking views of famous Xuan Huong Lake. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

Re-designed by Brett Stensen (IMG) 1994 18 Within Dalat city limits

TUYEN LAM GOLF RESORT Sacom Tuyen Lam Golf Resort sits by beautiful Tuyen Lam Lake, right outside the town of Dalat, in a valley surrounded by sloping hills and primeval pine forests. At the centre of the project is the 18-hole course. And a high mound at the heart of the valley is the location of a four-star hotel, the clubhouse and driving range. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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EKISTICS (Canada) 2013 18 5 km from Dalat centre

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VINPEARL GOLF RESORT The Vinpearl Golf Club is a masterpiece carved into the natural beauty of Hon Tre Island in Nha Trang. Together with the five-star Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang, the Vinpearl Golf Club is a crown jewel on this already magnificent island. Along with all amenities and activities that Vinpearl is famous for, guests can enjoy a great golfing experience at a this world-class course – the first island golf club in Vietnam. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

IMG 2011 18 10 km from Nha Trang on Hon Tre Island

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FUSION MAIA DANANG

Fusion Maia Da Nang is a unique and exciting fusion of beach resort and spa, where spa treatments are inclusive and a part of the daily routine. Fusion Maia Da Nang offers pool suites, spa villas and beach villas, each with a modern, open-plan living area and private courtyard with swimming pool.

ANA MANDARA VILLAS DALAT

Located in the highlands of Da Lat, le Petit Paris of Vietnam, the Ana Mandar Villas Dalat resort is made up of 17 fully restored colonialstyle villas, each constructed during the 1920s and 1930s. The villas retain the unique personality of their original owners and have been lovingly restored to their former glory.

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FURAMA RESORT DANANG

The luxurious Furama Resort Danang is a true icon at the worldfamous Da Nang beach and celebrated as one of Vietnam’s most prestigious resorts. But it is much more than just an idyllic tropical retreat: It is also a premier base for exploring Vietnam’s most exciting sights, activities and destinations.

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SIX SENSES NINH VAN BAY

Six Senses Ninh Van Bay sits on the dramatic Ninh Van Bay, with its impressive rock formations overlooking the East Viet-nam Sea. Its white sand beach adds to the sense of being luxuriously at one with nature. This exclusive property blends discreetly into the natural surroundings with an architectural style reflecting the traditions of Vietnam.

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SOUTHERN VIETNAM The vibrant metropolis Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) teems with energy and activity. From the towering skyscrapers to the densely packed street markets, this is where age-old traditions meet modern life. During the day stroll down narrow alleyways past ornate pagodas and bustling markets. In the evening dine at French restaurants and sip cocktails on rooftop bars before retiring to your luxury hotel.

LONG THANH GOLF RESORT Long Thanh Golf Club was voted one of the best in Vietnam in 2013 by readers of the Vietnam Golf magazine. Each of the two 18-hole courses offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, and each hole has a unique layout that offers variety and challenge for both the novice and professional. Fairways are lined with beautiful oil palm trees and other evergreen species so the course remains in pristine condition throughout the year. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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Ron Fream 2004 36 40 km from Saigon

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VIETNAM GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Vietnam Golf & Country Club is widely regarded as the premier club in Vietnam. At just 25 kilometres from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, it’s the nearest club to the city. Two great golf courses were carved out of woods on this 300-hectare site with such minimal disruption that you can’t help but feel this land was always destined for golf. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

Chen King Shih Lee Trevino 1995 36 25 km from Saigon

THE BLUFFS HO TRAM The Bluffs Ho Tram Strip, about two hours southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, has been one of the most anticipated new golf courses in Asia. Designed by the legendary Greg Norman, its 18 holes are routed over and around towering seaside sand dunes. The Bluffs’ unique geographical traits offer the perfect canvas for an outstanding design. Greg Norman describes it as as “one of only two pieces of land of this quality and character that I have ever been given to work with – the other being Doonbeg in the south of Ireland”. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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Greg Norman 2014 18 150 km from Saigon

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THE PARK HYATT

HOTEL DES ARTS SAIGON

SOFITEL SAIGON PLAZA

ALMA OASIS LONG HAI

Located at Lam Son Square in the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, the nine-storey Park Hyatt Saigon hotel offers luxury rooms and suites and is within walking distance of main tourist attractions, restaurants and parks. It is home to world-class restaurants and bars, such as the Italian Restaurant Opera and Park Lounge, where you can enjoy afternoon tea with spring rolls.

An historic address on tree-lined Le Duan Boulevard, and a prime location for business, shopping, entertainment and Saigon’s major attractions.The hotel’s 290 guest rooms & suites, and rooftop swimming pool offer breathtaking views of the city. Guests can savor international, French and Mediterranean cuisine in the hotel’s 2 restaurants or relax over a drink in its 2 bars. 28

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Conveniently located in the city centre, Hotel Des Arts Saigon is just two minutes from main tourist attractions, popular bars, local cafes, shopping centres and entertainment complexes. The chic, yet locally inspired, five-star hotel features 168 rooms and suites, stylish restaurants, a rooftop pool bar, spa, fitness centre, garden and terrace.

Alma Oasis Long Hai, with its beautiful gardens and pathways that lead guests down to quiet white sandy beaches, is an idyllic must-stayat resort. Historically it was the site of the private residence of Vietnam’s last emperor. Every room is well appointed with modern décor and fresh colour schemes that bring the calm ocean feeling indoors. Included in the rate is a daily soothing spa session for each person! www.passagetoasia.asia

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SIEM REAP / CAMBODIA Although it’s the majesty of Angkor Wat that attracts most visitors, Cambodia has even more to see and experience.The Khmer people are unique in their friendliness, and their culture places a high value on hospitality to visitors. Of course you will want to visit the magnificent temples of Angkor, but you should also plan to play some golf at international-standard world-class courses.

ANGKOR GOLF RESORT Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Siem Reap city centre and the airport, Angkor Golf Resort is Cambodia’s newest course. Designed by the renowned European golfer Nick Faldo, this courses offers players of all levels a challenging, but fair, test of their game. Seashore grass the length of the 7,279-yard championship course means an exceptional playing surface – and an enjoyable round for everyone. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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Nick Faldo 2008 18 5 km from Siem Reap

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PHOKEETHRA COUNTRY CLUB The Sofitel-managed Phokeethra Country Club brings worldclass golf to Cambodia. A challenging championship layout featuring waterways on almost every hole, sweeping fairways, and generous greens give the club a distinctive identity in the region. Not only do the natural lagoons and sand traps thread through the course to challenge golfers, but the club offers a good mix of tricky par 3s, individual par 4s and par 5s. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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Weeyos Golf Design 2006 18 20 km from Siem Reap

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RAFFLES GRAND HOTEL D’ANGKOR

SOFITEL PHOKEETHRA ANGKOR

HERITAGE BOUTIQUE

VICTORIA ANKGOR & SPA

Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor exudes old-world Cambodian grandeur while providing the best of modern comforts. The luxury Siem Reap hotel offers comfortable rooms and personalized pampering at the award-winning Raffles Spa, as well as an array of fine dining choices, from exotic Khmer cuisine to the Wine Cellar where fine wine, champagne and cocktails are served.

This sophisticated boutique retreat is nestled in tropical gardens a few paces from the peaceful Siem Reap River. A four-minute tuk-tuk ride takes you to the Old Market, the new and fascinating National Museum and lively Pub Street. With just 26 suites and rooms, the Heritage can focus on providing highly customized service in an authentic and traditional manner. 34

Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra offers five-star accommodation close to the magnificent Angkor Wat World Heritage Site. Experience luxury – consistently rated as Siem Reap’s best – that beautifully combines Khmer and French architectural design. The resort’s features include landscaped gardens, restaurants, bars, a spa where you can indulge yourself, and Cambodia’s largest free-form swimming pool.

Situated in the heart of Siem Reap, Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa lets guests enjoy the comfort, elegance and superb refinement of the French Art de Vivre. The building has been designed to exist in total harmony with its natural surroundings, and its graceful colonial architecture provides a sense of peaceful tranquility. Angkor Golf Resort www.passagetoasia.asia

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LUANG PRABANG / LAOS Laos is a landlocked country known for beautiful mountainous scenery. Once called the Land of Million Elephants, it boasts a seemingly endless array of flora and fauna. And as the tourism infrastructure continues to be developed, the past few years have brought a steady increase in visitors. As for Luang Prabang Golf Club, it’s safe to say this is one of the most beautiful courses in South East Asia.

LUANG PRABANG GOLF CLUB Luang Prabang Golf Club is a world-class premier golf course located in in the hills and valleys overlooking the Great Mekong River – truly a magnificent setting for a unique course. Spectacular views over the picturesque heritage town bring to mind a quaint mountain retreat. The holes are well designed and memorable, with undulating fairways and protected greens. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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Tea Hwa, (S&G) 2010 18 5 km from Luang Prabang

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BELMOND LA RESIDENCE PHOU VAO

SOFITEL LUANG PRABANG

MAISON SOUVANNAPHOUM

LE SEN BOUTIQUE HOTEL

Situated on a hilltop with stunning mountain views, La Residence Phou Vao is an unforgettable place to stay. Its calm ambience echoes that of the sleepy World Heritage town of Luang Prabang spread out below. This Orient-Express hotel is known for its wonderful French-influenced local cuisine and an open-air spa beside a water lily pool. Relax, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy stepping back into a grand era.

Maison Souvannaphoum is a colonial mansion influenced by French and Laotian culture. After careful renovation, the villa retains its oldworld charm while providing the comforts and conveniences of modern living. The palatial mansion is located in the precincts of Luang Prabang and offers colonial-style rooms in the Residence and Garden Wings. 38

Built in the 1900s for the French governor’s family, this luxury mansion perfectly reflects the cultural heritage of Luang Prabang. The hotel has 25 exclusive suites with five-meter-high ceilings and private gardens; some even have plunge pools. Sofitel Luang Prabang offers the tranquility, serenity and romance that travellers exploring exotic Indochina dream about.

This stylish boutique hotel offers exceptional value when compared with some of the heritage hotels in the old quarter. Rooms are well appointed with modern bathrooms and flat-screen TVs, and all face the inviting central swimming pool. Extra touches include a well equipped gym and free use of bicycles.

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MYANMAR Myanmar is rightfully considered to be Asia at its finest and, more than any other Asian country, has preserved its cultures and traditions. The Burmese are deeply religious Buddhists, a fact that’s reflected in their friendliness and charm. A type of magic seems to hang over the land, with its tropical plains, teak-filled jungles and the mystical Irrawaddy River. The quiet lifestyle, deeply spiritual history and almost subdued atmosphere make for a rich and fulfilling travel experience through this largely untouched and undiscovered Southeast Asian nation. When you’re here, you can forget the past, ignore the future, and simply be where you are, enjoying every minute.

PUN HLAING GOLF CLUB Described as the “Best Golf Course in Myanmar” and “The Pride of Myanmar,” this Gary Player-designed par-72 course of 7,102-yards is the latest addition to the country’s golf scene. Open since 2000 and just a 15-minute drive from Yangon Airport, it is carved out of the beautiful surroundings between the Hlaing and Pun Rivers – hence the name. The course offers well manicured greens, challenging bunkers, beautiful fairways alongside the meandering waters of the two rivers, and – should you require anything more for make your day perfect – a vantage point for viewing spectacular sunsets. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location 40

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YANGON GOLF CLUB The Yangon Golf Club is the second oldest (some say the oldest) club in Myanmar. Established on the present site by the British in 1909, it has been renewed and updated over the years. Although no one recalls who designed and/or built this tree-lined course, it regularly holds Asian PGA tours and is considered a museum piece to be played year round. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

Unknown 1909 18 Within Yangon city limits

BAGAN GOLF RESORT With good weather (meaning hot) most of the year, this course is always playable. Located in the old city, this scenic course is truly an oasis surrounded by world-famous temples and the ancient pagodas of Bagan and the Ayeyarwaddy. Although most holes have a bunker or two, it’s not difficult to score well and feel good about your play. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

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Local Development 1999 18 In Bagan old city

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AYE THAR YAR GOLF RESORT The Aye Thar Yar Golf Resort is located at the foot of Taunggyi Hill, just 30 minutes from Heho airport and another 30 minutes to Inle Lake. Pine trees lining the fairways give the club a Mediterranean feel, and the altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level means you can enjoy green surroundings and fresh air even during summer. In fact, golf here can be cooler than anywhere in the country. Course Design Opening Year # of Holes Location

Local Development 1995 18 Near Lake Inle

GOVERNOR’S RESIDENCE

INLE LAKE VIEW RESORT

AUREUM PALACE BAGAN

NGAPALI BAY RESORT

A romantic, colonial-style mansion dating from the 1920s, The Governor’s Residence brings to mind the days when it was home to the ruler of Burma’s southern states. With fan-cooled verandas and teak armchairs, this delightful Orient-Express hotel in the elegant Embassy Quarter of Yangon conjures up a bygone era while offering every modern convenience.

Acknowledged by many to be one of the best resort hotels in Myanmar, this sprawling property overlooks Bagan’s breathtaking pagoda-studded landscape across a lotus-dappled lake. The hotel is complete with extensive spa facilities and a large swimming pool with a view.

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The Inle Lake View Resort is a deluxe boutique hotel on the western shore of Inle Lake. Built on 15 acres of land lush with abundant trees and flowers, it is ideally located overlooking the lake and offers luxury and elegance throughout.

Each villa at Ngapali Bay Resort is unique, featuring hand-selected local paintings and antiques, high wooden ceilings, and spacious living areas and bathrooms – all of which adds up to a high level of luxury and comfort. The restaurant serves fresh seafood on the open terrace as well as an array of mouth-watering local cuisine.

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VIETNAM GOLF TRAIL Travelling from north to south, you’ll experience the best in golf, as well as the most important cultural sights Vietnam has to offer. From the stunning views of Halong Bay to the charming life in the Mekong Delta, interspersed with fantastic rounds of golf, this tour will leave you in awe – and with the urge to come back over and over again! HANOI ARRIVAL Start your journey with a tour of the illustrious capital of Hanoi, including the Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (from outside), One Pillar Pagoda, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Quarter. Spend the rest of the day relaxing. PHOENIX GOLF (B) Today, travel to an area known as “Halong Bay on land” and play a round at Phoenix Golf Resort, the most scenic course in Vietnam. It’s almost surreal how the fairways snake around the carst cliff formations that seem to grow right out of the ground.

14 Days Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hue - Danang – Saigon HANOI – HALONG (B) Today, make your way to Tuan Chau Island to board your luxury cruise boat that will let you experience famous Halong Bay in the most enjoyable and relaxing way.

DANANG GOLF (B) Play a round at the Danang Golf Club in the morning. Your game will be smooth and enjoyable, each stroke fuelled by the relaxing time spent with the best that central Vietnam has to offer.

HALONG – CHI LINH GOLF – HUE (B) Waking up to the beautiful sights and fresh breezes of Halong Bay will refresh you before your trip back to Hanoi. En route, play a round of golf at the Chi Linh Star Golf and Country Club, with its amazing backdrop of rolling hills. After your game transfer to the airport and your flight to Hue.

DANANG – SAIGON (B) Around lunchtime, transfer to Danang airport and the flight to Saigon. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy leisure time.

HUE (B) Today visit the imperial citadel of Hue and enjoy a boat ride on Perfume River before visiting the Thien Mu Pagoda.

HUE – LANG CO GOLF – DANANG (B) Visit the tomb of Tu Duc before heading south to play Nick Faldo’s newly opened Laguna Lang Co Golf Club. Beautifully nestled between mountains and sea, this course is sure to delight your soul. Continue south until you reach your resort in Danang. HOI AN (B) Spend the morning resting and enjoying some leisure time. In the afternoon, take a guided tour to the ancient port town of Hoi An to see age-old Vietnamese architecture. MONTGOMERIE GOLF (B) Play today at Montgomerie Links, a course that’s resplendent with elegant pines and known for its quiet atmosphere. After your game, enjoy another leisurely afternoon exploring the city or relaxing on the beautiful crystal beaches.

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SAIGON (B) Enjoy a full-day tour of downtown Saigon and Chinatown. LONG THANH GOLF (B) Head out of the city for a round of golf at Long Thanh Golf Resort. You’ll find the tropical setting of this course soothing after the busy city. SAIGON – CAI BE (B, L) Transfer to Cai Be in the Mekong Delta. Here you’ll enjoy a cruise, stopping at the Cai Be colorful floating market and its local barges laden with fruits and vegetables. Watch the activity at the biggest rice market in Cai Be while sailing to visit a traditional brick factory. Enjoy lunch at Le Longanier, a superb Indochinese villa located in a lush riverside tropical garden. SAIGON DEPARTURE (B) Enjoy leisure time until transferring to the airport for your onward journey. 47

VIETNAM CAMBODIA GOLF The best golf and sightseeing the region has to offer combined in one tour. From the natural wonder of Halong Bay to the incredible artisan skills that built Angkor Wat, this tour will leave you in awe. Moreover, with fantastic rounds of golf interspersed with sightseeing, you will experience a well balanced and fulfilling 2-week journey. HANOI ARRIVAL Start your trip with a tour of the illustrious capital of Hanoi, including the Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (from outside), One Pillar Pagoda, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Quarter. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and mentally preparing for your golf game the next day. SKY LAKE GOLF (B) Travel to an area known as “Halong Bay on land” and play a round at Sky Lake Golf Resort, one of the most scenic courses in Vietnam.

14 Days Hanoi - Halong Bay - Danang - Siem Reap HANOI – HALONG (B,L,D) Today, make your way to Tuan Chau Island to board your luxury cruise boat that will let you experience famous Halong Bay in the most enjoyable and relaxing way.

DANANG GOLF (B) Play a round at the Danang Golf Club in the morning and have the afternoon at leisure. Your game will be smooth and enjoyable, each stroke fuelled by the relaxing time spent with the best that central Vietnam has to offer.

HALONG – CHI LINH GOLF – HANOI (B) Waking up to the beautiful sights and fresh breezes of Halong Bay will refresh you before your trip back to Hanoi. En route, play a round at the Chi Linh Star Golf and Country Club, with its amazing backdrop of rolling hills.

DANANG – SIEM REAP (B) After checkout, transfer to Danang airport and the flight to Siem Reap. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy leisure time.

HANOI – DANANG (B) After checkout, transfer to Hanoi airport and your flight to Danang. Transfer to your resort and enjoy leisure time. MONTGOMERIE GOLF (B) Play today at Montgomerie Links, a course that’s resplendent with

elegant pines and known for its quiet atmosphere. After your game, enjoy another leisurely afternoon exploring the city or relaxing on the beautiful crystal beaches. HOI AN (B) In the morning, enjoy a rest and some leisure time. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the ancient port town of Hoi An to see early Vietnamese architecture and partake in some of the best textile and art shopping in Vietnam. LANG CO GOLF (B) Journey north to play Nick Faldo’s newly opened Laguna Lang Co Golf Club. Beautifully nestled between mountains and sea, this course is sure to delight your soul.

SIEM REAP – PHOKEETHRA GOLF (B) Today, play a round at the Phokeethra Golf Club, known for its deluxe setting and facilities. In the evening, catch a glimpse of the spectacular sunset over the roofs of the capital’s temples. SIEM REAP (B) Take a break from your golf game for the day as you enjoy a guided tour through the intricate temples of Angkor, world-renowned for its size, breadth and magnificence. SIEM REAP – ANGKOR GOLF – DEPARTURE (B) Enjoy a final round of golf in Cambodia at the Angkor Golf Club, designed by Nick Faldo, with its beautiful rolling greens and challenging sand traps. After your game, transfer to Siem Reap airport for your onward journey.

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WORLD HERITAGE GREENS

19 Days Hanoi - Halong Bay - Luang Prabang - Siem Reap - Danang - Hue

Offering golf on the best courses the region has to offer, along with visits to the most intriguing landmarks of former Indochina, this tour takes you through three countries and provides one awe-inspiring highlight after another.

HANOI – HALONG (B,L,D) Today, make your way to Tuan Chau Island to board your luxury cruise boat that will let you experience famous Halong Bay in the most enjoyable and relaxing way.

and sea, this course is sure to delight your soul. Continue your transfer to Hue.

HANOI ARRIVAL Start your journey with a sightseeing tour of the illustrious capital of Hanoi, including the Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Mau-soleum (from outside), One Pillar Pagoda, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Quarter.

HALONG – CHI LINH GOLF – HANOI (B) Waking up to the beautiful sights and fresh breezes of Halong Bay will refresh you before your trip back to Hanoi. En route, play a round at the Chi Linh Star Golf and Country Club, with its amazing backdrop of rolling hills. HANOI – LUANG PRABANG (B) Flight to Luang Prabang. in Laos.Voyage by boat to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, and in the evening admire the multi-colored sunset at the edge of Wat Phousi Mountain.

HUE (B) In this full-day tour, you’ll see the highlights of Hue, including the Imperial Citadel, and enjoy a boat ride on Perfume River before visiting the Thien Mu Pagoda and finishing at the imperial tombs of Tu Duc and Minh Mang.

LUANG PRABANG GOLF (B) Start the day with a round of golf at the Luang Prabang Golf Club, the only course on the banks of mystic Mekong River.

HUE – SAIGON (B) Transfer to Danang airport and the flight to Saigon, where you enjoy an afternoon half-day tour of Saigon’s downtown highlights.

HANOI – PHOENIX GOLF (B) Today, travel to an area known as “Halong Bay on land” and play a round at Phoenix Golf Resort, the most scenic course in Vietnam. It’s almost surreal how the fairways snake around the carst cliff formations that seem to grow right out of the ground.

LUANG PRABANG – SIEM REAP (B) After your flight to Siem Reap, explore the market on your own or enjoy a drink on the famous Pub Street. PHOKEETHRA GOLF (B) Today, play a round at the Phokeethra Golf Club, known for its deluxe setting and facilities. TEMPLES OF ANGKOR (B) Enjoy a guided tour through the intricate temples of Angkor, worldrenowned for its size, breadth and magnificence. ANGKOR GOLF - DANANG (B) Enjoy a round of golf at the Angkor Golf Club, designed by Nick Faldo, with its beautiful rolling greens and challenging sand traps. After the game, catch a quick flight to Danang. 50

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MONTGOMERIE GOLF (B) Play today at Montgomerie Links, a course that’s resplendent with elegant pines and known for its quiet atmosphere. HOI AN (B) Enjoy a guided tour to the ancient port town of Hoi An to see age-old Vietnamese architecture and partake in some of the best textile and art shopping in Vietnam. In the afternoon, you can visit My Son, site of the ancient Cham temples.

LONG THANH GOLF (B) Head out of the city to enjoy a round of golf at Long Thanh Golf Resort. You’ll find the tropical setting of this course soothing after the busy city.

DANANG GOLF (B) Play a round at the Danang Golf Club in the morning. Your game will be smooth and enjoyable, each stroke fuelled by the relaxing time spent with the best that central Vietnam has to offer.

SAIGON – CAI BE (B, L) Transfer to Cai Be in the Mekong Delta. Here you’ll enjoy a cruise, stopping at the Cai Be colorful floating market and its local barges laden with fruits and vegetables. Watch the activity at the biggest rice market in Cai Be while sailing to visit a traditional brick factory. Enjoy lunch at Le Longanier, a superb Indochinese villa located in a lush riverside tropical garden.

LANG CO GOLF – HUE (B) Journey north over Hai Van Pass to play Nick Faldo’s newly opened Laguna Lang Co Golf Club. Beautifully nestled between mountains

SAIGON DEPARTURE(B) Enjoy leisure time until transferring to the airport for your onward journey.

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MYANMAR GOLF EXPERIENCE Myanmar the mystic country of countless golden spiers and friendly people is also - unbeknown to many - a fantastic golfing destination. Thanks to the British colonialists, Myanmar boast more than 70 golf courses. YANGON ARRIVAL Welcome to Yangon! Upon arrival, travel to the Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda and see the longest reclining Buddha in Myanmar. Follow up with a visit to the glowing dome of the Shwedagon Pagoda at sunset, as the golden stupa reflects the changing colors of twilight.

14 Days Yangon - Bagan - Mandalay - Inle Lake - Ngapali - Yangon YANGON – BAGAN (B) After your early morning flight to Bagan, take a full day to visit the most beautiful and sacred temples among the more than 3,000 in Bagan.

AYE THAR YAR GOLF (B)

Head to Aye Thar Yar Golf Resort, located at the foot of Taunggyi Hill. The undulating fairways are lined with pine trees that give the course a Mediterranean feel.

BAGAN GOLF RESORT (B) Today you’re set for a round of golf at the Bagan Golf Resort. Teeing off amidst century-old stupas and pagodas makes playing this unique course almost a spiritual experience.

INLE LAKE - NGAPALI (B) PUN HLAING CLUB (B) Gear up for your first round of golf in Myanmar at the Pun Hlaing Golf Club. This 18-hole championship course was designed by Gary Player and is considered to be Myanmar’s finest.

Transfer to Heho airport and the flight to Thandwe. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy leisure time.

BAGAN – MANDALAY (B) Transfer to to the airport and your flight to Mandalay. On arrival, venture across the bridge over the Irrawaddy River into Sagaing where you’ll find hundreds of ivory pagodas and monasteries. En suite visit

NGAPALI (B) Free time. Kuthodaw Pagoda, Golden Monastery and one of the most sacred places in Myanmar: The Mahumani Temple. To finish the day, enjoy the sunset at U Bein, the famous teak-wood bridge. YAY TAGONG TAUNG GOLF (B) Swing your clubs today at Yay Tagon Taung Golf Resort. Its hills are dotted with temples and Wats, and this serene course promises a fine golfing experience. After the game, enjoy a spectacular sunset from Mandalay Hill. MANDALAY – INLE LAKE (B) Transfer to the airport and the flight to Inle Lake where we will explore the stilt villages on the lake. It’s amazing how the locals have organized themselves to live a life entirely on water. Also visit such places of interest as Ywama, Phaung Daw U Pagoda and Nga Phe Kyaung Monastery. 52

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NGAPALI (B) Free time. NGAPALI (B) Free time. NGAPALI – YANGON – YANGON GOLF CLUB (B) Transfer to Thandwe airport and the flight to Yangon. On arrival, we will transfer you to the Yangon Golf Club, located within Yangon city limits. Play 18 holes on this charming course, built in 1909, with waterlined fairways and finely manicured greens. Overnight in Yangon YANGON DEPARTURE (B) Enjoy free time until your transfer to the airport for your onward journey. 53

NORTHERN GOLF MODULE 7 Days Hanoi - Halong - Ninh Binh - Hanoi

VIETNAM GOLF COAST 7 Days Danang

HANOI ARRIVAL After arrival, explore bustling Hanoi with a half-day city tour.

DANANG ARRIVAL (B) Arrive in Danang. Transfer to your resort and enjoy free time.

HANOI – SKY LAKE GOLF – NINH BINH (B) Travel to an area known as “Halong Bay on land” and play a round at Sky Lake Golf Resort, one of the most scenic courses in Vietnam.

MONTGOMERIE GOLF (B) Play today at Montgomerie Links, a course that’s characterized by elegant pines and known for its quiet atmosphere.

HOA LU (B) Take a day to discover the beautiful landscapes surrounding Ninh Binh in a rowing sampan, as well as the first capital city of Vietnam.

LANG CO GOLF (B) Head north to play Nick Faldo’s newly opened Laguna Lang Co Golf Club. This course is sure to delight your soul.

ROYALE GOLF (B) Another beautiful course awaits you just outside of Ninh Binh: The Royale Golf Club Ninh Binh.

HALONG BAY - CHI LINH GOLF – HANOI After disembarking, return to Hanoi. En route, play a round at the Chi Linh Star Golf Country Club.

HOI AN (B) Take a guided tour of the ancient port town of Hoi An to see ancient Vietnamese architecture and learn about the area’s history.

NINH BINH – HALONG BAY (B, L, D) Make your way to Tuan Chau to board your luxury cruise boat that will let you experience famous Halong Bay in the most enjoyable way.

HANOI (B) Free time until transferring to the airport for your onward journey.

DANANG GOLF (B) Play a morning round at the Greg Norman designed Danang Golf Club.

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BA NA HILLS GOLF (B) Enjoy a round of golf at the newly built Ba Na Hills Golf Resort, designed by Luke Donald. Nestled within the Central Highlands, this course is destined to be one of Asia’s finest. DANANG DEPARTURE (B) After checkout, transfer to Danang airport for your onward journey.

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SOUTHERN GOLF MODULE 7 Days Saigon - Dalat - Ho Tram - Saigon

ANGKOR GOLF EXTENSION 5 Days Siem Reap SIEM REAP ARRIVAL After your flight to Siem Reap, explore the market on your own or enjoy a drink on the famous Pub Street.

SAIGON ARRIVAL Arrive in Saigon and transfer to your hotel. LONG THANH GOLF (B) Head out of the busy city to enjoy a round of golf at Long Thanh Golf Resort with its tropical setting.

PHOKEETHRA GOLF (B) Today, play a round at the Phokeethra Golf Club, known for its deluxe setting and facilities. And in the evening catch a glimpse of the spectacular sunset over the roofs of the capital’s temples.

SAIGON – TUYEN LAM GOLF – DALAT (B) In the morning fly to Dalat. En route from the airport play the marvellous Tuyen Lam Golf Resort. Continue to Dalat. DALAT PALACE GOLF (B) Today, play a round at the Dalat Palace Golf Club – the first built in Vietnam. DALAT – HO TRAM / LONG HAI (B) Transfer to Dalat airport and your flight to Saigon. Transfer to Ho Tram / Long Hai

THE BLUFFS GOLF (B) Enjoy a round of golf on the newly built The Bluffs course, designed by Greg Norman. With its fairways meandering through naturally windswept sand dunes, this is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. HO TRAM / LONG HAI DEPARTURE(B) Check out and transfer to Saigon airport for your onward journey.

TEMPLES OF ANGKOR (B) Take a break from golf for the day and enjoy a guided tour through the spectacular and intricate temples of Angkor, world-renowned for its size, breadth and magnificence. ANGKOR GOLF (B) Enjoy a final round of golf in Cambodia at the Angkor Golf Club, designed by Nick Faldo, with its beautiful rolling greens and challenging sand traps. SIEM REAP DEPARTURE (B) Enjoy leisure time until transferring to the airport for your onward journey.

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PHU QUOC BEACH EXTENSION 5 Days Phu Quoc PHU QUOC ARRIVAL After your flight to Phu Quoc, check in to your hotel and enjoy leisure time. PHU QUOC – VINPEARL GOLF (B) Today, play a round at the Vinpearl Golf Phu Quoc. Each of the three 9-hole courses is unique. The rather narrow jungle setting of the first, the water-lined fairways of the second, or the more open feeling of the third provide you with challenges and enjoyment regardless of your handicap. PHU QUOC (B) Another day to relax and indulge in the fantastic beach and resort setting this island has to offer. PHU QUOC – VINPEARL GOLF (B) Today, try another combination of two of the three 9-hole-courses. Each feels like a completely new course with fresh challenges. PHU QUOC DEPARTURE (B) Enjoy leisure time until transferring to the airport for your onward journey.

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