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Asia Tours
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There is no simple way to describe the wealth of opportunity that Asia travel offers the adventure seeker. Markets and bazaars, souks and stupas, ancient ruins constructed by grand civilizations long gone, modern cities and villages where life goes on much as it has for centuries. From the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, Delhi, Beijing, Amman and Kathmandu to the overwhelming immensity of the Himalayas, an Asia tour provides the traveller with as much to marvel at as Marco Polo and the explorers of old. Whether you're looking to cross Mongolia, follow the Silk Road to China, trek to Everest base camp, explore Tibet, visit Vietnam or island hop in southern Thailand, Asia is waiting to entrance you.
Roam China: Hong Kong to Beijing (ACRC)
Highlights: Exploring Shanghai and Hong Kong's bustling streets and Yangshuo's karst scenery, cruising the Three Gorges of the Yangtse River, discovering history in Xi'an and Beijing.
Soak in the vibrant pulse of Hong Kong, float down the Yangtze on a Chinese-style riverboat and walk the Great Wall with other others that share your appetite for adventure. Enjoy eighteen days packed with China's major sights and out-of-the way gems with the freedom to choose those that interest you. Cycle along Xian’s ancient city walls and through the stunning rice fields and limestone karsts of Yangzhou. Explore gorgeous scenery straight out of a painting or just relax and take it all in.
Indochina Discovery (ATID)
Highlights: Bustling cities, Angkor Wat, golden beaches, the mighty Mekong, snorkel reefs, shop Hoi An, citadels and pagodas, cruise magical Halong Bay, serene Luang Prabang.
Discover the heart and soul of Indochina on this tour of four very diverse countries. Encounter history, both ancient and modern, and witness the unbelievable splendour of Angkor Wat. Our CEOs will ensure your accommodation and transportation are covered—so you can choose the activities that interest you. Experience Halong Bay by boat or ride pushbikes around Vang Vieng. Push through hectic city lanes and tap into the pulsing nightlife. And with other travellers your own age, you can be sure to get down with adventurers that’ll keep up.
Thai Sailing Adventure - Phuket to Phuket (ATSA)
Highlights: Beautiful beaches, delicious food, relaxing islands and calm waters await on this sailing adventure.
Go island hopping in Thailand and experience some of the best snorkelling and diving in the world. Enjoy a week aboard our sailing catamaran and discover what makes Thailand special. With an experienced captain navigating the southern islands, you’ll drop anchor at highlights and secret spots perfect for a swim. Work up an appetite snorkelling, dine on Thai cuisine and sleep moored under the stars. This trip is perfect on its own or as an add-on with our other Thai adventures.
Classic Vietnam Hanoi to Saigon (AVCH)
Highlights: Bustling Hanoi, sail on a junk through Halong Bay, citadels and pagodas, shop in romantic Hoi An, squeeze through the Cu Chi tunnels, Vietnamese coffee, ...
Sail through limestone karsts aboard a traditional junk and walk the streets of imperial capitals. From vibrant Hanoi and the natural beauty of Halong Bay, the atmospheric imperial capital of Hue and the charms of Hoi An, to modern day life of Saigon, experience the energy of Vietnam in 10 jam-packed days. An experienced CEO will lead you to must-see highlights but allow plenty of time for you to do your own thing.
Essential Vietnam & Cambodia (AVEV)
Highlights: Thriving Hanoi and Bangkok, sail a junk through Halong Bay, citadels and pagodas, Hoi An's shops, wartime tunnels, sip coffee in Saigon, journey the Mekong ...
A wide-ranging adventure showcasing the region’s natural wonders and fascinating cultures. This 17-day trip offers a combination of guided excursions and free time to explore beaches and ruins, urban culture and awe-inspiring landscapes. Cruise the Mekong overnight on a traditional sailing junk in Halong Bay. Witness the heights of Cambodia's past at Angkor Wat and contemplate its lows walking the infamous Killing Fields. Although many activities are included, there is still plenty of time to explore on your own and create the ultimate adventure.
Land of the Maharajas (AHLM)
Highlights: Stay in heritage homes, rural palaces and experience the regal lifestyle, stunning fort, palaces and intriguing markets, cultural interactions with different sections of rural Indian ...
Legend has it that colour film was invented specifically to capture the vibrancy of India. (Okay, we made that up, but still…) This adventure offers a look at the history and heritage of this always surprising land, bringing you to the imperial Mughal cities of Agra and New Delhi, stunning capitals of the former princely states—home to sprawling haveli and Rajput-era palaces—and rural Rajasthan villages and fortified towns untouched by time. And with A/C transport and accommodation throughout, you feel a little like royalty yourself.
Ultimate Cambodian Adventure (ATUC)
Highlights: Colonial Phnom Penh and Battambang, amazing Angkor Wat, golden beaches, bustling Bangkok, Irrawady dolphins.
No matter where you travel in Cambodia, the past is always present. History, both ancient and modern, is everywhere here; whether you’re cycling in the shadows of the mighty Angkor Wat, wandering the streets of cosmopolitan Phnom Penh or exploring the Irrawaddy in search of river dolphins, you can’t escape the pull of time that shaped—and continues to shape—this arresting land. Our trip includes a glimpse of the future as well; travellers can visit a Planeterra-sponsored eye clinic where young and old receive free opthalmic care.
Northern Thailand Experience (ATNE)
Highlights: Bangkok by bicycle, temple of Doi Suthep, jungle trekking, remote hilltribe villages, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle, ancient Ayutthaya and Erawan National ...
Meet saffron-robed monks, visit hilltribe villages and delve into the different on an adventure that includes Thailand's wild northwest corner. You'll stretch your legs and your mind on a three-day trek to hilltribe villages, each with their own language and religions. Whether you're walking the ancient streets of Ayutthaya or planning some shopping, our CEOs will help you discover places you wouldn't otherwise have known were there. And with plenty of free time to explore on your own, this trip will let you really absorb the spirit of this diverse country.
Ganges Sailing Adventure (AHGS)
Highlights: Exploring the Ganges in all possible ways, rafting the white rapids, sailing its calm waters and experiencing the spiritual aspect by witnessing the interplay of ...
What can you do with 15 days in India? Oh, this and that… Start with whitewater rafting in the foothills of the Himalaya and a visit to the Taj Mahal, a monument that redefines the word ‘monumental.’ Next, hunt river dolphins (with your camera, of course), witness the moving burial ceremonies at the Ghats of Varanasi and camp out along the shores of the mighty Ganges itself. From bustling New Delhi to gorgeous Agra to colonial Kolkata and all points in between, this is India in a nutshell—a huge, wonderful, brightly-coloured nutshell.
China Adventure (ACBH)
Highlights: Exploring Beijing's Forbidden City and hutongs, walking the Great Wall, trekking through rice terraces, Xi'an's old city walls, kung fu monks and cycling through rural ...
Explore a side of China you never knew existed on this eye-opening bike-based adventure. Using rural roads that wind through tiny villages and past seemingly endless rice fields, you’ll get a full dose of this land’s truly incredible history, culture and geography. On two wheels, you’ll tour the imperial tombs and palaces of the walled city of Xi’an, study curious limestome karst formations, navigate the busy streets of Beijing and relax, secure in the knowledge that your downtime is rightly earned.
Roam Cambodia & Vietnam (ATCV)
Highlights: Bustling Bangkok, splendour of Angkor, French colonial Phnom Penh, golden beaches, waterways of the Mekong Delta, vibrant Saigon, Hoi An's shops, Hue's citadels and pagodas, ...
Begin in Bangkok—a city that never sleeps—and end by braving Hanoi's bustling streets. Plug in to Cambodia and Vietnam on this electric journey with breaks to bliss out on white-sand beaches. Get a history lesson exploring Angkor Wat or walking Saigon’s streets. With your accommodation and transport arranged by our expert CEOs, this adventure offers a great combination of must-see highlights and free time to explore on your own.
Northern Hilltribes & Villages (ATHV)
Highlights: Bustling Bangkok, vibrant Chiang Mai, hill-tribe trek, remote ethnic minorities, elephant trekking, bamboo river rafting.
From the luxury of Bangkok's malls and gleaming highrises head north to Thailand's hills. Eating and sleeping in the hilltribes will bring you face to face with these colourful cultures. We’ll leave plenty of time for fun in historic Chiang Mai, with its night market and delicious cuisine. Our CEOs will help you get off the beaten path—but you'll stay flexible by being able to choose the activities you really want.
Indochina Encompassed (ATIE)
Highlights: Canals of Bangkok, Buddhist temples, float down the mighty Mekong, visit majestic caves, cascading waterfalls, stunning limestone karsts, explore Hanoi, sail a junk through Halong ...
From the vibrant cityscape of Bangkok to Halong Bay's magnificent limestone karsts, this trip encompasses the highlights of Indochina. Marvel at the wonders of Angkor Wat, sail the Mekong and savour noodles in Chiang Mai. Shop for souvenirs in Ho Chi Minh City and join the locals sipping coffee at a lakeside cafe 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.
Roam Thailand (ATRT)
Highlights: Bustling Bangkok, colourful Chiang Mai, jungle trekking on foot and by elephant, overnight in remote hilltribe villages, bamboo rafting, overnight in Khao Sok National Park, ...
Perfect for those looking to experience Northern Thailand’s cultural treasures and the natural beauty of its southern islands. This 16-day trip will help you get off the beaten path with a trek to the region’s hilltribes but will remain flexible enough to suit all tastes. From the lush hills of the north, stitched through with the diverse colours of its hilltribes, to the soft sands of the south and the glorious chaos of Bangkok, Thailand will leave you captivated.
Thai Sailing Adventure - Koh Phi Phi to Phuket (ATSH)
Highlights: Four days sailing the stunning Southern Thai islands of Phuket, Koh Naka Yai, Koh Ping Kan, Au Muang Bay, Kho Phi Phi, Bay Nai Harn ...
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 four-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.
Thai Sailing Adventure - Koh Tao to Koh Samui (ATST)
Highlights: Sandy beaches, snorkeling in crystal clear water, great food, stunning scenery
See for yourself why Thailand is known as the 'Land of Smiles' as you uncover the beauty and excitement of the Gulf of Thailand's scenic islands. From Koh Tao, famous for its calm snorkelling waters to the legendary full moon parties of Koh Phangan, this compact four-day sailing adventure offers a taste of Thailand's magical wildlife, nightlife and culinary delights. Perfect on its own or as an add-on with our other Thai adventures, this trip ends on popular Koh Samui. So grab a cold drink and experience beautiful Thai scenery from the comfort of a sailing catamaran.
Cambodia Experience (AVCW)
Highlights: Exciting Ho Chi Minh, journey the Mekong Delta, colonial Phnom Penh, amazing Angkor Wat, bustling Bangkok.
Stand in awe of the architectural achievement of Angkor Wat and contemplate the horrors of the Killing Fields at Phnom Penh. This nine-day trip is ideal for the traveller who is short on time but wants to soak up the colours, culture and history of this incredible country. Its natural beauty, coupled with its tumultuous history, make this country a truly fascinating destination. With your accommodation, transportation and entrance to Angkor arranged by our CEOs, you can concentrate on experiencing the region's highlights.
Philippines Adventure (AQPP)
Highlights: Bustling Manila, rice terraces, stunning waterfalls, whale sharks, fireflies, hilltreks, gorgeous beaches, snorkelling in incredible aqua blue water
Two things you notice when traveling in the Philippines; everybody’s always smiling, and there’s some sort of festival happening pretty much every day. But hey, if you got to spend your life in this ravishing island paradise, you’d celebrate, too. Our adventures in this under-explored part of Southeast Asia mix bustling city life, majestic landscapes, complex cultures, serene beaches and loads of activity for thrill-seekers of all stripes. If you don’t have the time of your life out here, check your pulse; you might be dead.
Thai Sailing Adventure - Koh Samui to Koh Tao (ATSO)
Highlights: Lazy days sailing, stunning scenery, snorkelling in the Gulf Of Thailand, Koh Ang Thong National Park, magnificent rock formations
Perfect on its own or as an add-on to our other Thai adventures, this compact four-day sailing adventure will give you a delicious taste of the Gulf of Thailand's stunning islands. From the incredible sands and convenient joining point of Koh Samui, you'll discover incredible rock formations in Koh Ang Thong National Park and have the chance to further explore the beautiful scenery on snorkelling and hiking excursions. Your sailing catamaran is designed for comfort and its deck is perfect for relaxing with a cold drink after a full day of swimming and sun.
Kingdoms of Thailand (ATNC)
Highlights: Bangkok's waterways, Grand Palace, elephants at Lampang, colourful Chiang Mai, Khantok, Temple of Doi Suthep, discover Sukhothai and Ayuthaya, explore the somber history of Kanchanaburi, ...
It’s difficult to fit all the varied experiences Thailand makes possible into 12 days, but we found a way. The plot of this comfort-focused trip is filled with tales of triumph, tenderness and poignancy; golden monasteries, Thai cooking classes and visits to thriving night markets are tempered with personal contact with gentle Asian elephants at a conservation centre and a sobering journey to Hellfire Pass along the Death Railway, where legions of POWs met a cruel fate in World War II. Prepare to return home a different person.
