Private guided tours through Sri Lanka and Xinjiang with Cathay Holidays
With our private guided tour packages, every detail is taken care of – from round-trip flights to accommodation, meals and private transportation. Designed for two guests or more, each itinerary balances comfort with delight.
This month, we’re spotlighting enriching journeys through Sri Lanka and southern Xinjiang. Ready for your next adventure? Book with Cathay Holidays* at least 21 days before departure and earn up to HKD4 =1.
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Discover architectural marvels in Sri Lanka
Stay in three properties designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa and visit Lunuganga, his former private estate, on this nine-day, seven-night journey through Sri Lanka. Bawa’s tropical modernist architecture sits in harmony with the natural landscape, creating distinctive places to stay. Alongside insights into his design philosophy, enjoy authentic local experiences including a visit to a village home, a tea-tasting session, a mangrove river cruise and more.
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Roam Silk Road landscapes in Southern Xinjiang
On this Southern Xinjiang guided tour, you’ll journey through a land where centuries of Silk Road history meet vast desert and mountain scenery.
Wander the earthen lanes of Kashgar Old City, browse local handicrafts at the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar and delve into the region’s past at the Xinjiang Museum, the Id Kah Mosque and the Shache Royal Tomb. Over 13 days and 12 nights, discover some of Xinjiang’s most memorable natural landmarks, from Karakul Lake, framed by snow-capped peaks, to the dunes of the Taklamakan Desert and the red sandstone formations of the Tianshan Grand Canyon.
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Balance heritage and nature in Sri Lanka
Travel across Sri Lanka’s beautiful landscapes on this nine-day, seven-night tour. Visit Unesco-listed landmarks including Sigiriya, the ancient rock fortress; Dambulla Cave Temple, renowned for its Buddhist murals and statues; and the Sacred City of Kandy, home to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Explore the island’s rich natural environment by snorkelling at Pigeon Island, spotting whales off the coast of Trincomalee or setting out on a wildlife safari through Wilpattu National Park.
*Experiences are subject to availability.