Asia unfolds in layers. This journey traces its natural progression, beginning in the spiritual calm of Laos and opening outward along Vietnam’s wild coastline. Designed for travellers who value context, pacing, and precision. Two countries. Two philosophies. One considered beginning.

Act I

ActI

Laos with Rosewood Luang Prabang

Hidden within the UNESCO-protected Nahm Dong Valley, Rosewood Luang Prabang is a place of quiet orientation. Inspired by the former residence of the first French Ambassador, Bill Bensley has reimagined a forgotten 19th-century hill station into a sanctuary shaped by jungle, river, and ritual. A waterfall threads through the estate, following the banks of the Nam Dong River, setting the rhythm for days that unfold slowly.

Where Asia Turns Inward

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    Your Stay in a Hilltop Tent

    Perched above the valley, the Hilltop Tents at Rosewood Luang Prabang offer rare seclusion. Indigenous craftsmanship, sweeping mountain views, and the sense of being gently removed from the world. This is where the journey quiets you.

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    Life Along the River

    For centuries, the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers have been Luang Prabang’s lifeline. A Sunset Mekong Cruise, a journey to the sacred Pak Ou Caves, home to thousands of Buddha statues, or a return stop at Baan Xang Hai, known for its textiles, pottery, local spirits, and artisanal crafts, reveal Laos in its most authentic form.

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    A Culture of Devotion

    In Luang Prabang, time is marked by temple bells. With a resident former monk as your guide, explore sacred Buddhist temples and experience private moments of meditation, offering a deeper understanding of the region’s spiritual rhythm.

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    Dining at Rosewood Luang Prabang

    At The Great House, Elephant Bridge Bar, or during a Private Waterfall Dinner, flavours are drawn directly from the land. Each setting offers its own atmosphere, yet all share the same sense of intimacy and intention, moments that belong entirely to you.

Act II

ActII

Vietnam with Amanoi

Rising above Vinh Hy Bay, Amanoi occupies a dramatic stretch of coastline within Nui Chua National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of rare biodiversity. Here, forest, reef, and sea exist in constant conversation. Clifftop restaurants, a serene lakeside spa, and a private golden-sand beach frame days that feel open, unforced, and expansive. This is where the journey opens out.

Where Asia Opens Out

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    Your Stay in the Forest Wellness Pool Villa

    Completely secluded and surrounded by hills, the Forest Wellness Pool Villa includes a private pool, wooden banya, double treatment room, and extensive thermal facilities. A self-contained sanctuary designed for deep restoration and immersion.

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    Dining at Amanoi

    Three settings, three perspectives. The Restaurant, perched on the cliffs above the bay. The Beach Club, relaxed and elemental at the water’s edge. Private dining, arranged in exceptional outdoor locations. Vietnamese cuisine takes centre stage, celebrated for its fresh herbs and clarity of flavour.

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    Experiences That Define Place

    Amanoi is a gateway to the 29,000-hectare Nui Chua National Park, where trails range from gentle walks to hidden beaches and demanding climbs toward Goga Peak, rewarded with sweeping panoramas. Beyond the land, explore reef encounters along the coastline, delve into the heritage of the Cham people, and take part in a traditional blessing ceremony under the stars, each experience rooted in place and history.

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    Golf

    An off-site championship course set between the Nui Chua mountains and coastal sand dunes, offering 18 holes designed for all levels. Seamless transfers from Amanoi make this an effortless half- or full-day experience.

Signature Experience by Lartisien

Mandalao Elephant Sanctuary

An intimate encounter with rescued elephants in their natural forest environment. Walk alongside them, feed and bathe them, and experience Laos through one of its most profound living symbols. Ethical, unhurried, and quietly transformative.

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Begin Your Journey

This Spring Signature Journey is curated end to end by Lartisien, with every detail shaped around pace, place, and personal preference. Enquire now to begin your journey through Laos and Vietnam.

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