- x Departure Dates February
Cultural Sri Lanka (ASSL)
For most travellers, Sri Lanka has been off the map for too long. It's back. Discover the vibrant colours, diverse cultures and swaying palm trees of this tropical jewel on a 14-day trip designed to please. You'll explore tea plantations and rock fortresses, try stilt fishing in Galle and get inspired at an elephant sanctuary and the children's orphanage in Negombo. This trip is about more than just beaches and stunning views; it's about the inspiring people you'll meet along the way.
Highlights: Exploring Sigriya rock fortress, going eyeball-to-eyeball with the residents of an elephant sanctuary, watching the stilt fishermen in Galle, savouring flavours at a village meal, gaining insight into the national heritage at a tea plantation, relaxing on pristine beaches.
Thailand and Laos Adventure (ATBH)
From the energy of Bangkok to the calm of Laos, this trip is a study in contrasts. Visit temples in Chiang Mai then spend the evening exploring the night market. Sail the Mekong into the heart and soul of Laos. An experienced CEO will make sure you get the most out of your tour, but will leave plenty of time for you to do your own thing. We utilize many forms of transport—both public and private—to keep travel time short so we can maximize time spent exploring the history and culture of this unforgettable region.
Highlights: Exploring Bangkok's canals, discovering Buddhist temples, floating down the mighty Mekong, getting wet in the spray of waterfalls.
- Trip Style:
- Classic
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Standard
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Bangkok to Bali on a Shoestring (ATBS)
Slurp down rice noodles under the streetlights of Bangkok and wander the paddies and temples of Java—this epic adventure covers the best of South East Asia. Party in chaotic Bangkok, bliss out on stunning beaches and gaze out across the ‘sea of sand’ from Mt Bromo’s summit at sunrise. While this tour includes a knowledgeable CEO, accommodation and a variety of local transport, it also leaves plenty of free time for you to do what you want.
Highlights: Exploring bustling cities, taking in the beautiful scenery, watching the sunrise from Mt Bromo, hiking through rice terraces, sampling java from its namesake island, chilling out on stunning beaches, discovering the cultural side of Indonesia
Cambodia & Laos Mekong Adventure (ATCM)
From Angkor Wat to remote river towns, journey down the Mekong and into the heart and soul of South East Asia. Our CEOs will share with you the region’s cultural treasures and natural splendours. Explore the region’s many temples and, if you’re lucky, spot a rare Irrawaddy dolphin. Experience the highlights with a chance to get off the beaten track and explore the remote islands of Don Khong. With local transportation and authentic accommodation—like a rural homestay—this adventure offers an intriguing blend of included activities and free time for personal discovery.
Highlights: Wandering the busy streets of Bangkok, exploring the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, Confronting history in Phnom Penh, catching a glimpse of the rare Irrawaddy river dolphin, experiencing a Mekong homestay, Bargaining at the night market in Luang Prabang.
Discover Cambodia (ATDC)
Ideal for the traveller who is short on time but wants to experience Cambodia’s highlights. Our CEOs will help you discover Phnom Penh’s markets, shrines and temples—and the horrors of the Killing Fields. In Siem Reap, we’ll devote plenty of time to the wonders of the Khmer Empire at Angkor Wat. Witness crumbling temples and monuments cloaked in vines as you explore this massive complex of ruins. From the glories of the ancient past to the upheavals of recent times, this week-long journey will introduce you to Cambodia's rich history.
Highlights: Shopping in the bustling markets of Bangkok, wandering through the temples of Angkor Wat, exploring colonial Phnom Penh by cyclo, gaining deeper understanding of Cambodian history.
Thailand, Laos and Vietnam Adventure (ATLV)
From the vibrant cityscape of Bangkok to Halong Bay's magnificent limestone karsts, this trip encompasses the highlights of Indochina. Marvel at the majestic granite peak of Doi Suthep, explore a traditional Hmong village and savour noodles in Chiang Mai. Shop for souvenirs in Ho Chi Minh City and join the locals sipping coffee at a lakeside café in Hanoi. With hotels, transport and a number of included activities arranged by our CEOs, this adventure offers up the perfect combination of must-see highlights and free time.
Highlights: Exploring the canals of Bangkok, floating down the mighty Mekong, visiting majestic caves and stunning limestone karsts, sailing a junk through Halong Bay, shopping in Hoi An, squeezing through the Cu Chi tunnels.
Explore Cambodia & Laos—Volunteer (ATPC)
Spend time volunteering with one of our projects in Laos and Cambodia and you'll take away so much more than souvenirs or photographs—you'll engage the local community with building and education initiatives. And you’ll still have the opportunity to explore incredible ruins at Angkor Wat and experience French influences in riverside cafés. Whether you're marvelling at stunning scenery, Buddhist monasteries or the face of a smiling child, this journey will allow you to dig deep into the people and culture of South East Asia.
Highlights: Volunteering with New Hope Cambodia in Siem Reap, meeting workers of a local NGO in Luang Prabang, marvelling at the magnificent temples of Angkor Wat, enjoying a local homestay, relaxing in the riverside town of Vang Vieng.
- Trip Style:
- Classic
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Standard
- Physical Grading:
- 3
South East Asia on a Shoestring (ATRA)
Feast on a Nyonya delicacy in Melaka or delicious street food in Singapore as you hit the highlights of South East Asia. With other travellers your own age, you’ll enjoy this adventure’s pace, exploring the hilltribes of Northern Thailand or mellowing out on the white-sand beaches of the exotic south—it’s your choice. With your accommodation and transport arranged by our expert CEO, you’ll enjoy the freedom of roaming where you want to and choosing your activities—cross into Malaysia to experience mouthwatering Laksa while shopping in KL's night market or take high tea at Raffles in Singapore.
Highlights: Explore Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Chiang Mai, jungle trek on foot and on the back of an elephant, remote hill-tribe villages, bamboo rafting, Krabi's stunning karst scenery, dream islands, Penang's Chinese shop houses, tea stations of the Cameron Highlands, Melaka, surprising Singapore.
Cambodia on a Shoestring (ATRC)
Marvel at the incredible Khmer ruins of Angkor Wat and the clear turquoise waters at Sihanoukville. This journey packages Cambodia’s treasures into 10 well-paced days. Brave Ho Chi Minh City’s jam-packed streets with other travellers your own age—you can be sure they’ll keep pace with you—or check out the more laid back waterways of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta. With your accommodation, transportation and general trip logistics arranged, you can concentrate on choosing the activities that interest you most.
Highlights: Exploring bustling Bangkok, catching the sunrise over Angkor Wat, enjoying a delicious Khmer meal at a vocational training restaurant funded by Planeterra, walking the bustling streets of Phnom Penh, chilling out on golden beaches, connecting with the locals on an overnight homestay, cruising the Mekong Delta, discovering intriguing Ho Chi Minh City.
- Trip Style:
- Yolo
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Basic
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Bangkok to Singapore on a Shoestring (ATRM)
Bliss out on world-class beaches in exotic southern Thailand before cooling off in the Cameron Highlands of Malaysia. This 2-week tour will introduce you to three diverse nations—and three of the region’s most vibrant cities. Sample street food or hit Bangkok’s clubs with other travellers your own age—so you can be sure to get down with those that’ll keep up. With your hotel and transport arranged by our CEOs, you can concentrate on choosing your own adventure: pack your trip with everything you want and nothing you don't.
Highlights: Exploring the streets of bustling Bangkok, stopping by Penang's Chinese shop houses, glimpsing beautiful green vistas in the the Cameron Highlands, diving into multicultural Kuala Lumpur, visiting three diverse countries in two weeks.
- Trip Style:
- Yolo
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Basic
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Thai Sailing Adventure - Phuket to Koh Phi Phi (ATSK)
Snorkel in hidden bays, laze on pristine beaches and feast on tantalizing Thai cuisine prepared by a local chef. Get away from it all aboard a small private catamaran on a 4-day voyage through some of Thailand's most alluring islands. There are canoeing and biking options for those looking for active excursions and sandy beaches for those who aren't. This is a perfect add-on to our other Thailand trips or a serene escape from the crowds of Phuket.
Highlights: Snorkelling in crystal-clear water, Sailing through stunning southern Thai islands, Feasting on tantalizing Thai cuisine, Relaxing on secluded beaches.
- Trip Style:
- Small Ship Cruising & Sailing
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Standard
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Southern Thailand Sojourn (ATSS)
From Bangkok nightclubs that never close to laid-back beachside drinks on Koh Tao, experience the energy of southern Thailand. Hike through the magnificent lowland rainforest of Khao Sok National Park, where tigers still roam, or laze in a riverside hammock. This is your trip—so tread your own path. With an expert CEO leading the way, you're free to snorkel beautiful coral reefs or work on your tan. Enjoy the best of the beachside sun and backpacker nightlife in nine amazing days.
Highlights: Exploring bustling Bangkok, enjoying nature at Khao Sok National Park, relaxing on the white-sand beaches of Koh Samui and Koh Tao.
Highlights of Thailand (ATTC)
It’s difficult to fit all the varied experiences of northern Thailand into just one week but we found a way. Through a combination of flights, boats, overnight trains and the omnipresent tuk tuk, travellers need not sacrifice cultural activities and inspiring sites on this comfort-focused trip. Experience golden monasteries, cooking classes and thriving night markets as well as the sobering 'Death Railway', where legions of POWs met a cruel fate in World War II. Prepare to return home a different person.
Highlights: Stepping into history at the Bridge on the River Kwai, Impressing your friends with your Thai cooking skills, Receiving a blessing from a monk at the temple of Doi Suthep, Visiting a local Village for an authentic Khantok dinner, Exploring Ayutthaya's ancient ruins.
Thailand Experience (ATTE)
Marvel at beautiful Buddhist temples, share smiles with villagers during a remote hillside trek and dive into southern waters. This comprehensive 19-day tour gets you to the cultural heart of Thailand and its best beaches. After elephant rides and temple ruins, head south for a week of island-hopping in search of great snorkelling and cold drinks on the best beaches. This trip is the perfect introduction to Thailand.
Highlights: Touring Bangkok's canals to Wat Po, exploring vibrant Chiang Mai, trekking on foot and by elephant to hilltribe villages, experiencing ancient Ayutthaya, visiting the somber sites of Kanchanaburi, relaxing on the beautiful southern Thai islands
North & South Thailand Highlights (ATTH)
The perfect mix of culture and beach, activities and relaxation, this 15-day adventure hits all the highlights. In the north, ponder the River Kwai, attend a cooking class for the secret to great curry and marvel at the ruins of Ayutthaya. Then hit the beach and unwind—Koh Samui and Krabi await with tropical weather, beach barbecues and thrilling nightlife. Through a combination of flights, boats and overnight trains, you can see a lot and still come away feeling rejuvenated.
Highlights: Stepping back into history at the Bridge on the River Kwai, Enjoying an authentic Khantok dinner in a local Village, Watching the sun set at the Temple of Doi Suthep, Kayaking along the stunning coastline of Koh Mae Ko, Discovering 'The Beach' at beautiful Maya Bay.
Southern Thai Delights (ATTS)
For years, travellers have made a beeline for the south of Thailand. This compact 1-week trip offers a convenient but unhurried way to experience the beautiful beaches and laid-back culture for yourself. Centred in the southern hotspots of Koh Samui and Krabi, relax on the beach or get busy on optional excursions—we make it easy to enjoy thrilling jungle treks and kayak excursions. And nothing is more inspiring than savouring a magnificent sunset on the beach—drink in hand, of course.
Highlights: Kayaking along the stunning coastline of Koh Mae Ko, exploring 'The Beach' at beautiful Maya Bay, trekking through the jungle on an optional excursion, relaxing in a tropical paradise.
- Trip Style:
- G-Plus
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Thailand Island Hopping (ATTW)
Relax under swaying palm trees then jump into crystal-clear waters—spend nine days island-hopping through the best of Southern Thailand's west coast. Go rock climbing in Krabi, sleep under the stars and snorkel along coral reefs while on a sea safari through islands of the Andaman Sea. Get geared up for adventure or unwind on the islands’ beaches—it’s your choice.
Highlights: Exploring Thailand's famous islands, relaxing as you sail the waters in the Andaman Sea, snorkelling amongst the colourful marine life, wandering quiet beaches and enjoying the scenery
Best of Vietnam (AVBV)
From the intensity of Ho Chi Minh City's streets to spectacular rice terraces, travel the length of Vietnam and savour its natural, cultural and historical delights. Meet the Hmong people and other minority villagers on a hilltribe excursion and sail into the photographic possibilities of beautiful Halong Bay. With the services of a CEO and your accommodation and transport taken care of, this trip offers great value as it introduces the region’s main sights, providing plenty of flexibility so you can experience an adventure you'll never forget.
Highlights: Exploring vibrant streets of Hanoi, trekking through hilltribe villages, cruising magical Halong Bay, discovering Hue's citadels and pagodas, shopping in quaint Hoi An, experiencing a Mekong Delta homestay.
Timeless Vietnam (AVHC)
For those who want the complete experience but prefer a more comfortable option, this adventure explores the best of Vietnam’s history, culture and cuisine. From the breathless beauty of Halong Bay to the former imperial capital of Hue, the ancient port town of Hoi An and the Mekong Delta, Vietnam offers adventurous visitors a chance to explore its ancient past, recent history and promising future. With comfortable accommodation and transport by private air-conditioned van arranged by your CEO, you'll have plenty of time to appreciate the incredible beauty and remarkable people of Vietnam.
Highlights: Cruising Halong Bay in a junk boat, Hitting the beach in Nha Trang, Exploring the Mekong Delta and experiencing a rural homestay, seeing the city from a cyclo
- Trip Style:
- G-Plus
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Indochina Cycle (AVIC)
Many visitors to South East Asia spend much of their time rushing around clogged city streets—break free and see the region from a bicycle seat on this 12-day trip. You'll roll past the temples of stunning Angkor Wat, cruise around Phnom Penh and ride between the jungle, mangrove forests and beaches of Ream National Park. It's perfect for pedal pushers of all levels looking to explore less well-known regions at a leisurely pace. Consider this an introduction to the joys of South East Asia and cycling.
Highlights: Cycling around the ruins of the Khmer Empire at Angkor Wat, keeping an eye out for rare bird life in Ream National Park, biking out along the Mekong River to a village homestay.
- Trip Style:
- Active
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Standard
- Physical Grading:
- 3
| Trip | Length | Style | Service Level | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cultural Sri Lanka (ASSL) | 14 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1999
USD
|
| Thailand and Laos Adventure (ATBH) | 14 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1280
USD
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Was
$1599
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| Bangkok to Bali on a Shoestring (ATBS) | 28 days | Yolo | Basic |
From
$2449
USD
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| Cambodia & Laos Mekong Adventure (ATCM) | 15 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1949
USD
|
| Discover Cambodia (ATDC) | 7 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1099
USD
|
| Thailand, Laos and Vietnam Adventure (ATLV) | 22 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$2499
USD
|
| Explore Cambodia & Laos—Volunteer (ATPC) | 15 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1785
USD
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Was
$2099
|
| South East Asia on a Shoestring (ATRA) | 21 days | Yolo | Basic |
From
$1849
USD
|
| Cambodia on a Shoestring (ATRC) | 10 days | Yolo | Basic |
From
$680
USD
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Was
$799
|
| Bangkok to Singapore on a Shoestring (ATRM) | 14 days | Yolo | Basic |
From
$1147
USD
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Was
$1349
|
| Thai Sailing Adventure - Phuket to Koh Phi Phi (ATSK) | 4 days | Small Ship Cruising & Sailing | Standard |
From
$799
USD
|
| Southern Thailand Sojourn (ATSS) | 9 days | Yolo | Basic |
From
$799
USD
|
| Highlights of Thailand (ATTC) | 8 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$1199
USD
|
| Thailand Experience (ATTE) | 20 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$2099
USD
|
| North & South Thailand Highlights (ATTH) | 15 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$2499
USD
|
| Southern Thai Delights (ATTS) | 8 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$1275
USD
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Was
$1499
|
| Thailand Island Hopping (ATTW) | 9 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1149
USD
|
| Best of Vietnam (AVBV) | 15 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1399
USD
|
| Timeless Vietnam (AVHC) | 13 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$1615
USD
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Was
$1899
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| Indochina Cycle (AVIC) | 12 days | Active | Standard |
From
$1360
USD
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Was
$1599
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