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Brilliant color in Hokkaido
from $22,000
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Japan’s Western Shores: Ancient Traditions and Natural Beauty

Osaka to Sapporo - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore Osaka castle and gardens
  • See Miyajima floating torii views
  • Niigata sake tasting experiences
  • Hokkaido historic fishing villages
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Osaka / Otaru
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 16-day Japan and South Korea cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution visiting Osaka, Miyajima, Busan, Kanazawa, Sado Island, Aomori, and Sapporo. This itinerary combines cultural landmarks, UNESCO World Heritage sites, regional cuisine, scenic coastlines, and local traditions across northern Japan and Korea for cultural experience.
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Traditional Yuyuan Garden District
from $15,300
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China & Japan Featuring Shanghai

Hong Kong to Incheon (Seoul) - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Muse
  • Explore Hong Kong’s heritage
  • Discover Taipei’s cultural landmark
  • Explore Ryukyu island culture
  • Discover Shanghai’s historic Bund
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Hong Kong / Incheon
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Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Spa Relaxation, Whale Watching
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Variable
Discover East Asia on a 16-day cruise from Hong Kong to Incheon aboard Silver Muse, visiting Taiwan, Japan, Shanghai, Beijing and Seoul. Discover Ryukyuan heritage, historic ports, traditional temples, island cultures, architectural landmarks, local markets and major cities across China, Japan, Taiwan and South Korea, plus scenic coastlines.
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Colorful market stalls in front of an ornate temple building with traditional Lao architecture
from $6,823
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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
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Vientiane / Huay Xai
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Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Board the Heritage Line, Anouvong, for a 10-day cruise through the Laotian upper Mekong Delta from Vientiane to Huay Xai, Laos. Experience the local life as you cruise along the scenic Mekong River while exploring one of Southeast Asia’s most unique and charming cities.
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Harvesting rice in Vietnam
from $2,949
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Mekong River - Upstream - Low water

Saigon - Siem Reap - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Cai Be workshops
  • Explore Tan Phong Island
  • Cruise the Tonle River
  • Meet monks in Angkor Ban
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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
Activities
Biking, Cooking Classes
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Variable
Sail the Mekong River aboard the Jayavarman on an 8-day cruise from Saigon to Siem Reap. Discover local life along the river, from Vietnam’s craft villages and island communities to Cambodia’s temples, silk weaving villages, and cultural traditions.
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Mekong River
from $1,755
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Mekong River - Downstream - High water

Siem Reap to Phnom Penh - 5 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Cycle historic sites & workshops
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Siem Reap / Phnom Penh
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 5-day high water river cruise aboard The Jahan from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, and travel across the mighty Mekong Delta to discover the ancient pre-Angkorian temples and Cambodian culture.
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Explore the Mekong River
from $1,463
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Mekong River - Upstream

Saigon to Phnom Penh - 4 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Witness Cai Be & Sa Dec workshops
  • Explore the Gieng Island crafts
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
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Ho Chi Minh City / Phnom Penh
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Variable
Experience a 4-day Lower Mekong River cruise from Saigon to Phnom Penh aboard the Jahan, traveling through the heart of the Mekong Delta. Visit local workshops, markets, historic sites, and riverside communities before ending your cruise in Cambodia's capital, Phnom Penh.
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Local Silk Production
from $1,786
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Mekong River - Downstream - High water

Siem Reap to Phnom Penh - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Try making traditional Khmer snack
  • Join optional cycling excursions
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Siem Reap / Phnom Penh
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Variable
From Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, join this 5-day Mekong river cruise aboard the Jayavarman. Explore the vast Mekong Delta to see historic pre-Angkorian temples, vibrant local villages, and Cambodian culture, with optional cycling excursions offering an active way to discover the countryside.
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Flower farms in Sa Dec, Vietnam
from $1,462
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Mekong River - Upstream

Saigon to Phnom Penh - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Visit Sa Dec Market
  • Explore the Gieng Island
  • Learn Vietnamese Cooking
  • Cycle Through Delta Villages
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Ho Chi Minh City / Phnom Penh
Activity Level
Variable
On this 4-day voyage, you sail upstream on the Mekong River from Saigon to Phnom Penh. You explore Tan Phong Island, Sa Dec, and Gieng Island, visit local markets and family workshops, join cooking classes, choose optional cycling excursions, and discover everyday life in the Mekong Delta.
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Local Artisans
from $1,462
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Mekong River - Downstream

Phnom Penh to Saigon - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Jayavarman
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Aboard a luxury riverboat in Mekong
  • Visit Phnom Penh cultural sites
  • Visit the Gieng Island
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Phnom Penh / Ho Chi Minh City
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise the Lower Mekong River aboard the Jayavarman on a 4-day journey from Phnom Penh to Saigon. Experience regional culture and daily life with visits to island villages, local markets, historic pagodas, and traditional craft workshops.
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Play with Elephants in Chiang Mai
from $2,911
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Northern Thai Culture Discovery

11 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Bangkok Like a Local
  • Watch Sunset on Chao Phraya
  • Visit Ayutthaya UNESCO Temples
  • Discover Mae Hong Son Caves
  • Experience Chiang Mai Elephants
  • Tour the Golden Triangle
  • Hike Pai Tribal Villages
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Bangkok / Chiang Rai
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Moderate
Discover Thailand on an 11-day tour from Bangkok to Chiang Rai, visiting Ayutthaya’s UNESCO temples, Chiang Mai’s ethical elephant sanctuary, and Pai’s tribal villages. Explore Mae Hong Son’s caves, Chiang Rai’s White Temple, and the Golden Triangle for an unforgettable mix of culture, history, and scenic landscapes.
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Guest photographing Angkor Wat during Sunrise in Cambodia
from $13,556
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Sailing Vietnam and Cambodia’s Mekong River

Northtbound - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Jahan
  • Explore Saigon’s historic landmarks
  • Discover Phnom Penh culture
  • Witness Angkor Wat sunrise
  • Cruise Cai Be canals
  • Meet village artisans
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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Mekong River cruise through Vietnam and Cambodia, sailing aboard the elegant Jahan. Explore vibrant markets, ancient temples, floating villages, and historic landmarks from Saigon to Angkor Wat.
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Li river and hills in the sun, Yangshuo
from $4,805
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Great Wall, Dynasties, & Rivers

Active China - 13 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the Jinshanling Great Wall
  • See the Leshan Giant Buddha
  • View pandas at the Chengdu Panda Br
  • Explore Ping'an's rice terraces
  • Hike the Li River to Xingping
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Beijing / Guilin
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explore China on foot on this active 13-day tour. Hike the unrestored Jinshanling section of the Great Wall, see the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an, and watch giant pandas in Chengdu. Stand beneath the Leshan Giant Buddha, trek between Zhuang and Yao villages in the Longsheng rice terraces, and hike a quiet stretch of the Li River to Xingping.
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