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Jodhpur Fort
$5,200
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Rajasthan Explorer

12 Day Itinerary
  • Explore ruins of Old Delhi
  • Hike Mehrangarh Fort
  • Enjoy a Chanoud Garh homestay
  • Visit Udaipur City Palace
Starts / Ends:
The Claridges - New Delhi / Andaz Delhi Aerocity
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Homestays, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience Rajasthan's best-kept secrets, its majestic forts and palaces, and learn about its rich cultural heritage on this 14-day journey. Begin your trip from the bustling metropolis of New Delhi to the ancient ruins of Rajasthan, including a stop at Jodhpur's Mehrangarh Fort. Immerse …
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Wayanad Boathouse
$2,337
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Discover Kerala with Houseboat Stay

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Cochin
  • Watch Kathakali dance performance
  • Nature walk in the tea plantation
  • Discover Kerala in a houseboat stay
Starts / Ends:
Cochin / Cochin
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 7-day trip from Cochin to Kumarakom introduces you to the rich culture of southern India. Explore the cities of Cochin and Muziris, the ancient port cities located on the Kerala coast. Visit the Jewish synagogue and the Dutch Palace, and watch the classical dance, Kathakali, performed live. …
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Local moving cattle through the fields
$5,069
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From the Temples of Angkor to the Mekong Delta & Hanoi and Halong Bay

14 Day Itinerary aboard RV Indochine
  • Discover 3 historical cities
  • Cross through the Cho Gao canal
  • Visit 4 major temples in Angkor
  • Meet locals and learn their culture
Starts / Ends:
Siem Reap / Hanoi
Activities:
River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Cast off on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure on the legendary voyage. The Mekong traces the authentic, profound, and mesmerizing history of Vietnam and Cambodia along its riverbanks. You’ll finish your extraordinary vacation in Indochina with a discovery of Hanoï, the Vietnamese capital, …
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$9,185
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Discover the Islands of Japan: A 12-day Voyage of Japan Between Tokyo & Osaka, Including South Korea

Tokyo - Osaka - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Experience Japan
  • Cruise travel to Matsue, Hagi
  • Visit iconic gardens in Japan
  • Visit Fukuoka and Dazaifu
  • Visit the 'Museum Without Walls'
Starts / Ends:
Tokyo / Osaka
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore Japan's hidden gems on this 12-day Voyage of Japan Between Tokyo & Osaka, Including South Korea aboard Heritage Adventurer. Immerse in the culture, history, and natural beauty of seldom-visited destinations like Matsue, Hagi, and Yakushima Island. Visit pearl farms in Uwajima and …
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$8,395
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Eternally Sacred Japan & South Korea: Japan Voyage Between Tokyo and Osaka, incl. South Korea

Tokyo - Osaka - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Kanazawa's rich arts scene
  • Visit Kanazawa's open air market
  • Try traditional pottery making
  • Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Tokyo
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on this 10-day Eternally Sacred Japan & South Korea expedition cruise from Tokyo to Osaka aboard Heritage Adventurer. Discover Japan's ancient heritage and traditional culture in contrast with the world's most advanced technological civilization. Explore ancient castles, …
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Wajag Island, Raja Ampat
$15,295
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Living Treasures of Raja Ampat & the Spice Islands

Sorong to Sorong - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Visit Wayag Island lagoon
  • Explore Raja Ampat
  • Hike Mount Pindito
  • Discover Banda Neira’s history
Starts / Ends:
Denpasar / Sorong
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Variable
Start your trip in Bali, where you're greeted and taken to the group hotel. After breakfast, fly to Sorong to board the Greg Mortimer, your expedition ship. Sail to Raja Ampat, known for its diverse marine habitats. Spend four days exploring islands like Wayag and Misool, snorkeling in coral …
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Aerial view of Raja Ampat
$12,195
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Idyllic Raja Ampat & Cenderawasih Bay

Sorong to Sorong - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Cenderawasih Bay
  • Immerse in West Papuan culture
  • Experience Pulau Num lagoons
  • Admire Raja Ampat reefs
  • Discover Wayag’s limestone cliffs
  • Birdwatch in Waigeo
Starts / Ends:
Denpasar / Sorong
Activities:
Festival Visits, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Begin your 10-day adventure in Bali and meet your expedition team before flying to Sorong to board the Greg Mortimer. Explore Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia's largest marine park, known for its whale sharks, dolphins, and vibrant coral reefs. Snorkel, dive and swim with these marine creatures …
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Cruising Adventures! Banda Islands
$9,850
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The East Indies on a Spice Island Exploration

Maumere - Ambon - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Visit Laratuka's unique churches
  • Explore the Forgotten Islands
  • Snorkel in crystal-clear water
  • Discover Indonesia’s Ring of Fire
Starts / Ends:
Maumere / Ambon Island
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This unique itinerary is enhanced by descriptions and presentations by the Australian author Ian Burnet who spent 30 years living, working, and traveling in Indonesia. Experience a fascinating look at the colonial history of Indonesia and its role in the international spice trade during the 17th …
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Stand up paddling
$6,500
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Raja Ampat Liveaboard Kayak Adventure

Small Group Tour - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Jakare
  • Sail to Raja Ampat, West Papua
  • Witness Segaf Islands' azure waters
  • See Wayil Island white-sand beach
  • Visit Balbulol Island lagoon
  • Explore Gam Island marine life
  • Enjoy different water activities
Starts / Ends:
Sorong / Sorong
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard Jakare and uncover the wonders of the Raja Ampat Islands in West Papua. Dive into adventure as you explore pristine, tiny islands and immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters. Paddle through secluded coves in a kayak, dive into vibrant coral reefs, snorkel among …
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Temple ruin of the My Son complex
$3,533
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Vietnam Heritage

12 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the ancient sites of Hanoi
  • Discover caves & beaches
  • Visit Thanh Chuong Viet Palace
  • Peruse Ben Thanh Market
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Spend 12 days exploring ancient sites and learning about the cultures and traditions that have shaped the heritage of Vietnam today. Explore the great sites of Hoa Lu and My Son as well as tour historic buildings in Hoi An, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City. See firsthand the impressive Hue citadel and …
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Khantoke dinner traditional of northern Thailand
$1,640
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Taste of Thailand

7 Day Itinerary
  • Wander through Chinatown
  • Experience a hands on cooking class
  • View ancient temples of Thailand
  • Learn traditional culinary delights
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Indulge in Thailand's gastronomic delights during this 7-day adventure. Learn the secrets of Thai cuisine as you try your hand at cooking traditional dishes, guided by expert local chefs. Wander through vibrant markets, handpicking the freshest ingredients to create your very own culinary …
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Sunset over the Mekong River
$663
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Luang Prabang

4 Day Itinerary
  • Witness the giving of alms to monks
  • Visit Mekong River villages
  • Swim beneath Kuang Si Waterfalls
  • Journey to the hidden Pak Ou Caves
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy four days exploring Luang Prabang on your Laos tour with the addition of this four-day extension. Witness the giving of alms to monks first hand in the early morning and observe as they walk the streets to collect their daily food. Visit the lively marketplace and wander to the main sites in …
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Bike the Sapa Valley
$690
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Sapa Valley Hike & Bike

3 Day Itinerary
  • Bike to the nearby Red Dao village
  • Hike remote parts of Sapa Valley
  • Bike to a Black H'mong village
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level:
Moderate
Hike and Bike your way through the culturally diverse and breathtaking landscape of the Sapa Valley on this 3-day Vietnam tour add-on. Spend 2 nights at the cozy Topas Ecolodge, set above the terraced hillside, and explore the region on various adventures. Visit nearby H'mong and Red Dao …
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Sea turtle swimming in shallow pristine waters of Zamami Island, Okinawa
$10,010
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Through Japan's Ryukyu Islands

Fukuoka to Keelung - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Discover Nagasaki's history
  • Explore Shimokoshikijima's cliffs
  • Visit Kagoshima's volcano
  • Walk Yakushima's forests
  • See Suwanosejima's eruptions
  • Enjoy Amami Oshima's wildlife
  • Experience Okinawa's culture
Starts / Ends:
Ishigaki / Keelung
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 17-day journey through Japan's Ryukyu Islands aboard the Coral Geographer. Set sail from Fukuoka and explore the historic sites of Nagasaki. Discover the geological wonders of Shimokoshikijima, visit the volcanic landscapes of Kagoshima, and walk through ancient cedar forests on …
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An overland journey takes us into the highlands of Sulawesi to the remarkable Tana Toraja
$10,630
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In the Wake of the Makassans

Makassar to Darwin - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Encounter Komodo Dragons
  • Visit Tana Beru’s shipbuilders
  • Spot turtles nesting
  • Hike to the summit of Padar Island
  • Explore Toraja’s cultural sites
Starts / Ends:
Makassar / Darwin
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise to Makassar, retracing the historic paths of the Makassan trepangers from the 16th century. Explore lesser-visited islands, witness Phinisi boat building in Tana Beru, and visit Lamalera's traditional whaling village. Encounter Komodo Dragons, dive into Takabonarate …
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Grains and Spices at the market
$9,850
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The Scents of the Spice Islands

Ambon to Ternate - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Visit Hitu Lama
  • Snorkel over black lava stream
  • View production of sago
  • Trek towards a forest waterfall
Starts / Ends:
Ambon Island / Ternate Island
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
The Moluccas are the original Spice Islands; a magical destination, beautiful, remote and unspoiled, with a long, fascinating and turbulent history. For millennia these fertile volcanic isles were the world’s only source of the ‘holy trinity’ of rare spices; cloves, nutmeg, and …
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Sunset over Nagasaki
$28,057
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Coastal Japan: Imperial Dynasties and Modern Culture

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Enjoy castles and samurai district
  • Discover ancient ruins of Gyeongju
  • Visit Matsue's art museum
  • See Naoshima, the art-filled island
  • Tour three Japanese gardens
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Kyoto
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Step back in time on a captivating 16-day voyage aboard the National Geographic Resolution,exploring Japan’s rich history and culture. In Osaka, explore Himeji Castle’s grandeur, the Edo-period charm of Kobe, and Naoshima’s renowned art installations. Wander through Okayama's …
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$5,054
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Laotian Serendipity

Vientiane to Huay Xai - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Anouvong
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Luang Prabang cultural sites
  • See the crystal-water of Kuang Si
  • Explore the jungle of Ban Khok Kham
Starts / Ends:
Vientiane / Huay Xai
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Cooking Classes, Hiking, Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Spa Relaxation, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 9-Night itinerary offers enjoyable leisure sailing northbound through secluded areas. See isolated local riverside villages and witness how the residents’ daily life unfolds, experience long-standing cultures and traditions, and enjoy active adventures as well as the enchanting laid-back …
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