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The Ornate Travel Centre, P. O Box 591, Melbourne (2025)

17/03/2025

Introducing 2 new villas in Ubud for your enjoyment.......... Villa Shamballa is a private one-bedroom retreat surrounded by tropical jungle greenery. Combining traditional Balinese open architecture with wooden interiors, this villa offers a quiet and cozy atmosphere. It provides essential modern comforts while maintaining a natural and simple charm, making it an ideal space for couples looking for a relaxing stay near Ubud. Shamballa Moon is a two-level one-bedroom villa designed with a mix of rustic and modern Balinese elements. With predominantly white interiors and handcrafted wooden furnishings, it creates a light and airy feel. Overlooking a Lush tropical forest vegetation, this villa offers a peaceful and private space with essential amenities, making it a great choice for those seeking a calm and comfortable retreat in nature......We have great rates so if you are looking for a beautiful Balinese stay in Ubud, please reach out to the staff at Ornate Travel or visit us at www.ornatetravel.com.au

23/02/2025

Experience tranquillity, comfort, and beach chic vibes at the Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives,
a unique 5-star resort nestled in the South Ari Atoll. This romantic escape boasts coral gardens, white sand, and turquoise waters, making it ideal for couples, families, and adventurers. Enjoy a wide variety of water sports, including whale shark and manta ray watching, while staying in one of the 100 well-equipped rooms.

The resort features three restaurants, a snack bar, and three bars, offering authentic culinary experiences. Take in stunning sunsets from one of the two large infinity pools or relax with self-care treatments at the Mandara spa.

7-Nights starting from $4,060.00 per person

Price Includes:

• 7-Nights’ accommodation
• Return Seaplane Transfers from Male to the Barcelo
• Green Tax
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Sea Salt Restaurant.
• Guests who choose to eat at other establishments (Aqua, Breeze or Magical) will receive 20% off their meal rates.
• Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (choose among a selection of spirits, wine, cocktails, mocktails, beer, juices and soft drinks) at all points of sale during opening hours.
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks from the minibar are replenished once per day.

• Period of stay from now until 31 October 2025
• Book by 05 March 2025

T’s and C’s Apply

For more information on this special email the Ornate Travel team on [email protected]

31/01/2025

This is great news! The Pandaw are pleased to announce the creation of a suites only ship for their Classic Mekong Cruise operating between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap. Commencing on 01 November 2025, the Tonle Suites will have only 14 staterooms, each a massive 40 square meters (1600 square feet) with its own private deck and panoramic views through French windows to both port and starboard sides. This product is exclusive to the vessel Tonle Pandaw, and will raise the comfort levels of cruising on the Mekong. For more information on this special product, contact the team at Ornate Travel on [email protected] or visit ornate travel.com.au.

19/01/2025

Vietnam experienced massive growth in international visitor numbers in 2025, welcoming nearly 17.6 million tourists - a 39.5% increase compared to the prior year.
This figure is equivalent to 97.6% of the country’s pre-pandemic 2019 visitor levels.
In 2024, the vast majority of travellers to Vietnam (14 million) arrived from Asia.
A significant portion of tourists hailed from Europe (two million), followed by the Americas (one million), Australia and New Zealand (540,000 visitors), and Africa (50,000 visitors).

13/01/2025

Welcome to Villa Umara, located in Seminyak on the Indonesian island of Bali. Villa Umara is located approx 3 mins walk to the ocean beach, has 3 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 6 people and has an in-house concierge.

This is an example of some of the new Villas in Bali and other parts of Asia we have recently secured contracts, with wonderful discounts available for the first few month of 2025!

Villas are a great option as opposed to hotels, in particular if you have a large travelling party as you can all be together if you choose, cook your own food, and enjoy privacy in your own property, instead of sharing with other hotel patrons.

If you are a larger travelling party, and heading to Asia this year, before you book anything approach Ornate Travel for a list of prices and availability at some of Asias most beautiful villas. Visit www.ornatetravel.com.au or email [email protected] for more information.

02/01/2025

Maldives travel special!

From only $4890.00 per person for a 6-night stay!

Enjoy the perfect beach escape at the luxurious Heritance Aarah, where you will enjoy the finest dining experiences, beautiful accommodation, and indulge in some well-earned pampering.

Your premium all-inclusive package includes:

✔️ Return seaplane transfer from Male to Heritance Aarah
6-nights in a Beach Villa
✔️ Access to the private Heritance Aarah airline lounge at Male Airport
✔️ All meals & drinks, including alcohol included
✔️ 4 complimentary excursions
✔️ Complimentary non-motorised water sports
✔️ Welcome bottle of Sparkling Wine
✔️ Mini-bar re-stocked daily
✔️ 2 Complimentary bottles of wine per day
✔️ 2 Complimentary bottles of spirits selected by the guest per day
✔️ Cooking Class
✔️Green Tax

Be quick, offer ends 15 January 2025.

Book your Heritance Aarah Maldives getaway from only $4890.00 per person twin share

Travel date 01 May 2025 – 31 July 2025 or 01 September 2025 to 30 September 2025.

Other dates available, surcharges may apply.

Email [email protected] for more information

T&C’s Apply*

31/12/2024

As we usher in 2025 and say goodbye to 2024, we reflect on the year that has been. From everyone at Ornate Travel we thank our wonderful passengers and clients on their support, and extend our warm wishes to everyone for an amazing 2025.

Over the past few weeks we have completed a stocktake on our amazing product range as new rates have been released, we have a wonderful selection of new and exciting independent and guided tours in the pipeline and are so energised for 2025!

Happy New Year to you all!

17/12/2024

Introducing our latest tour, 22-Days Meticulous Taiwan. Taiwan is a magic country, often not considered when planning a trip to Asia however, it should be towards the top of the list! Nestled in the triangle of Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, this magic country balances the beautiful mix of looking back at history, whilst embracing the future! A technologically advanced, and very safe country to travel within, Taiwan is a food lovers delight, home to some incredible landmarks such as Taipei 101, white sandy beaches in Kenting, and of course the stunning Sun Moon Lake. The Meticulous Taiwan tour is very unique, as its self guided, so you choose your activities for the day. If you prefer to stay in the hotel and explore around your local area you can, if you choose to embrace the suggested days sightseeing, you can as the choice is all yours. Take your time, or see everything Taiwan has to offer, it’s up to you, all the time whilst staying in 4 & star accommodation! For more information on this tour please visit https://www.ornatetravel.com.au/tours/meticulous-taiwan or email [email protected]

11/11/2024

We are delighted to release our newest amazing travel experience, an 11-day Cruise on the Mekong River from Saigon in Vietnam to Siem Reap in Cambodia, proudly bought to you by Pandaw!

There are many cruises on the river between both locations however, what makes this unique is the slower paced, more relaxed, longer trip duration, visiting more remote locations other cruises do not visit. Whilst common cruises take 7-days, this cruise is 11-days.

Offering only a handful of departures in 2025, you may choose your direction of sailing, and experience the amazing hospitality Pandaw is famous for. With a huge range of inclusions, sailing on small, boutique, luxury vessels, this is the perfect way to see daily life on the Mekong River, unclose and personal.

This cruise can only be booked by contacting Ornate Travel directly and for more information we encourage you to visit:

https://www.ornatetravel.com.au/tours/pandaw-mekong-river-cruise-from-saigon-to-siem-reap/

21/09/2024

We are very pleased to release our latest tour, The Maldives and Sri Lanka Explorer!

As the name suggests, this tour visits both the Maldives and Sri Lanka, with guests enjoying absolute luxury from start to finish, with a huge range of inclusions as part of the tour.

Guests will enjoy 5-nights in the Maldives staying at the luxurious Heritance Aarah in a beach villa, enjoying all the Premium All-Inclusive benefits the Heritance is famous for. Guests will then enjoy a wonderful 10-nights in the beautiful country that is Sri Lanka, visiting amazing game parks, stunning scenic locations, tea plantations, UNESCO Heritage listed sites, with a local, accredited english-speaking guide, whilst enjoying luxurious accommodation each night.

Valid for departure from 01 May 2025 to 30 June 2025, and 01 September 2025 to 31 October 2025

Price per person twin / double is $15,680.00…..This is a very special travel experience indeed!!!

04/08/2024

Ohh we are excited about this one!

Introducing our newest tour, the Highlights of Japan!

As the title suggest, this tour will, over 14 days show you the absolute must visit locations in Japan, all while staying in 4-star accommodation, and at an easy and enjoyable pace.

As a private tour you are not locked into certain departure dates, or forced to travel with strangers, yet you will still enjoy the benefits of a group tour such as local, accredited English-speaking guides on major touring days, and the use of the wonderful, free electronic application you can download to your smartphone to help guide you.

Price starting from $6,270.00 per person based on twin share accommodation this tour includes:

• Airport arrival and departure transfers.
• A full day tour of Tokyo with a local, accredited English-speaking guide.
• Half-day tour of Kanazawa with a local, accredited English-speaking guide.
• Full day and additional afternoon tour of Kyoto with local, accredited English-speaking guide.
• Japan Rail Pass
• 13 Breakfasts, 1 lunch & 1 Dinner.
• Free electronic self-guiding app to download on your phone and use on days of optional touring.
• An overnight temple stay.
• Visit major locations such as:
1. Tokyo
2. Nagano
3. Kanazawa
4. Miyajima
5. Hiroshima
6. Kyoto
7. Osaka
• Optional extra & self-guided tours available in:
1. Tokyo cycling or evening foodie tour.
2. Nagano & Matsumoto
3. Kanazawa
4. Shirakawago & Kanazawa foodie tour
5. Miyajima & Hiroshima
6. Kyoto
7. Osaka

For more information about this tour please visit our webpage at:

www.ornatetravel.com.au/tours/highlights-of-japan/

This tour goes beyond what the guidebooks say and steps into the heart of Japan, and we are sure you will depart Japan wanting to come back for another visit!

18/07/2024

We are delighted to release our new 4 Day / 3 Night trip to SaPa in Northern Vietnam.

Aptly named Picturesque SaPa, this is a perfect little extension to anyone spending time in the north of Vietnam.

Bordering China, SaPa is a stunning village nestled in the Muong Hoa Valley, surrounded by terraced rice fields, rugged mountains and offers view of the Fansipan Peak, the highest peak in Vietnam. Home to dozens of trekking routes for all ages and fitness levels, several charming little markets, amazing vistas, and home to several ethnic minority groups, each with unique customs and traditions.

Price $630.00 per person twin share

Inclusions:

• Departure transfer from your hotel in Hanoi to Hanoi Train Station
• Overnight train journey to Lao Cai in 4-berth compartment
• Private vehicle from Lai Cai to SaPa
• Local, accredited, English-speaking guide
• 60-minute foot massage
• Arrival transfer in Hanoi
• 3 Breakfast’s & 2 Lunches

For more information on our Picturesque SaPa tour please visit

https://www.ornatetravel.com.au/tours/picturesque-sapa/ or contact The Ornate Travel Centre on [email protected] or call 0438-920493.

01/07/2024

We have just been offered and loaded on our website the most amazing wellness tour in South Korea called Martial Art Monks!
Starting in Gyeongju, you will be transferred to, and stay at the beautiful Golgulsa Temple, where for the next 3 days you will gain an insight too, and live like a Korean Buddhist Monk. As part of your stay you will learn and practise the Korean Martial Art of Sunmudo, a traditional Korean form of moving meditation that serves to develop mindfulness through motion. It consists of five separate but related activities: Seon meditation, Seon Yoga, Seon Qigong, Seon Gymnastics, and Seon Martial Arts.
During your stay live off healthy Vegan food in a simplistic form, and enjoy these few days as you nourish the body and the mind.
A highlight of these few days will be to privately enjoy tea with the head abbot!
As someone who holds a black belt in the Korean Martial Art of Tae Kwon Do, I can guarantee Korean Martial Arts is more-so about mental health and strength as apposed to physical strength.
This will be an amazing few days for anyone keen to learn more about Buddhism and Sunmudo and something we think we will partake in later this year. For more information on this tour visit www.ornatetravel.com.au/tours/martial-arts-monks/ or speak to your local travel agent.

01/07/2024

We have just been offered and loaded on our website the most amazing wellness tour in South Korea called Martial Art Monks!

Starting in Gyeongju, you will be transferred to, and stay at the beautiful Golgulsa Temple, where for the next 3 days you will gain an insight too, and live like a Korean Buddhist Monk. As part of your stay you will learn and practise the Korean Martial Art of Sunmudo, a traditional Korean form of moving meditation that serves to develop mindfulness through motion. It consists of five separate but related activities: Seon meditation, Seon Yoga, Seon Qigong, Seon Gymnastics, and Seon Martial Arts.

During your stay live off healthy Vegan food in a simplistic form, and enjoy these few days as you nourish the body and the mind.

A highlight of these few days will be to privately enjoy tea with the head abbot!

As someone who holds a black belt in the Korean Martial Art of Tae Kwon Do, I can guarantee Korean Martial Arts is more-so about mental health and strength as apposed to physical strength.

This will be an amazing few days for anyone keen to learn more about Buddhism and Sunmudo and something we think we will partake in later this year.

For more information on this tour visit www.ornatetravel.com.au/tours/martial-arts-monks/ or speak to your local travel agent.

17/06/2024

This is very good news indeed! As of 01 August 2024 Malaysian Airlines will begin flying from Kuala Lumpur to Male Velana International Airport, Maldives. Departing on a daily basis from Kuala Lumpur at 10.10am and arriving in Male at 11.10am. The return flight departs Male at 12.30pm and arrives into Kuala Lumpur at 8.05pm, and these schedules connect on a daily basis with flights from / to Australia. Offering very competitive fares to commence the service, Malaysian Airlines flying to Male once again make this beautiful part of the world even more affordable. We have some wonderful specials with the Heritance Aarah and Adaaran Select Meedhupparu so if you are considering a trip later in 2024 or into 2025 to the Maldives, don't hesitate to reach out to the staff at Ornate Travel for more information.

12/05/2024

We have a wonderful new all-inclusive Maldives special offer 🏝️
The Heritance Aarah & Adaaran Select Meedhupparu in the Maldives has released a special promotion for 2 people, valid for travel through to 31 Oct 25.
Inclusions:
- Return seaplane transfer from Male to Heritance Aarah or Adaaran Select Meedhupparu
- Access to the private Heritance Aarah airline lounge at Male Airport
- All meals & drinks included
- 4 complimentary excursions
- Complimentary non-motorised water sports
- Welcome bottle of sparkling wine
- Mini-bar restocked daily
- 2 Complimentary bottles of wine per day
- 2 Complimentary bottles of spirits selected by the guest per day
- Cooking Class
- Green Tax
- 8 Days starting from $4,635.00 per person at the Heritance or $2,750.00 at the Adaaran Select Meedhupparu
- Booking period from now till 31 May 2024.
- Price does not include International Airfares and Travel Insurance.
T&C's apply*
Contact us today to secure your spot!

13/04/2024

Introducing the latest tour to our portfolio, a timeless classic 10-day South to North or North to South, you choose the direction in Vietnam. Visiting the main highlights of Vietnam such as Hanoi, HaLong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Saigon, and the Mekong Delta, this tour has a couple of extras many other similar tours do not, such as a float-plane ride over HaLong Bay, a spectacular experience and one everyone who visits should indulge in!

Starting at $2,469.00 per person this tour includes:

• Arrival and departure transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
• Local, accredited English-speaking guides.
• Sightseeing with the guide on a private basis.
• All accommodation including 1 night on HaLong Bay at 4.0-star level or better.
• Float plane flight over HaLong Bay.
• All entrance fees.
• Daily breakfast, 1 lunch and 1 dinner.
• Free time built into the itinerary so you can explore at your own pace.

For more information on this tour visit https://www.ornatetravel.com.au/tours/vietnam-south-to-north-or-north-to-south-10-days/ or speak to your local travel agent.

15/03/2024

South Korea is one of Asia's best kept secrets! A stunning country with amazing scenery, wonderful hospitality, a very rich history, some of the friendliest people you will ever meet, technologically advanced and very safe, a visit to South Korea will never disappoint.

We are very proud to launch a new tour to South Korea, named the South Korea Circle. As the name suggests you will see the main sights of South Korea, all at the well paced 5-days visiting Seoul, Jeonju, Yeosu, Gyeongju, Pyeonchang and the Seoraksan National Park. Departing every Sunday and including all touring and transport, entrance fees, daily breakfast, and local accredited english-speaking guide and all accommodation in 4-star hotels, this tour is perfect for people with time constraints looking to visit South Koreas major sights. For more information on this tour visit https://www.ornatetravel.com.au/tours/south-korea-circle/ and for more information on South Korea contact the staff at The Ornate Travel Centre.

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