Asia Cultural Tours & Cruises

from $2,111

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Saigon and Phnom Penh Short Cruise

Upstream - 4 Day Itinerary aboard RV Bassac Pandaw

• Explore floating markets
• Cruise through Mekong Delta
• Cambodia and Vietnam's culture

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Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel / Phnom Penh

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Variable

Explore the wonders of Vietnam and Cambodia on this 4-day Saigon and Phnom Penh Short Cruise on the RV Bassac Pandaw. Immerse yourself into the contrasting culture of Vietnam Delta and Cambodia.

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from $9,615

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Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise

Tokyo to Osaka - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Discover Mount Fuji views
• Explore historic Japanese castles
• Naoshima’s iconic art experience
• Taste authentic regional flavors

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Tokyo / Osaka

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Urban Exploration

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Variable

Join a 12-day cherry blossom cruise from Tokyo to Osaka on Heritage Adventurer to explore vibrant cities, historic temples, gardens, and iconic landmarks in full bloom. Visit Mount Fuji, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, and Busan to enjoy local flavors, pearl farms, and Naoshima’s art as you cruise through scenic spring landscapes.

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from $22,999

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Cruise & Rail: The Sacred Ganges & The Maharajas' Express

16 Day Itinerary aboard Ganges Voyager II

• Visit Udaipur
• Explore Bikaner City
• Discover Ranthambore
• Marvel at Matiari

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Kolkata / Mumbai

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Variable

Discover Hindu temples, vivid flower marketplaces, towns lining the Ganges River, and a wellness program on a 16-day boat and rail tour of India's culture.

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from $10,220

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Spice Islands & South Raja Ampat Expedition

Ambon to Ambon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu

• Explore Banda Neira forts
• Dive Pulau Koon Reefs
• Spot birds in Kapatcol
• Snorkel Fibiacet Island

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Ambon Island / Ambon Island

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Sail on an 8-day Aqua Blu cruise through Indonesia’s Spice Islands and South Raja Ampat, exploring vibrant reefs, historic forts, and remote lagoons. Dive Pulau Koon, kayak Wayil, visit jellyfish lakes, spot rare wildlife, and discover the untouched beauty of the Banda Sea and Raja Ampat.

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from $3,015

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Mekong River - Downstream - Low water

Siem Reap to Saigon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan

• Discover Gieng Island Workshops
• Explore Angkor Ban Village
• Tour Phnom Penh Landmarks
• Visit Binh Thanh Island

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Siem Reap / My Tho

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Variable

Sail for 8 days aboard the Jahan from Siem Reap to Saigon, uncovering the heart of Cambodia and Vietnam along the Mekong River. Visit floating villages, temples, and traditional workshops in Phnom Penh, Kampong Tralach, and the Mekong Delta. Enjoy cultural encounters, local cuisine, and daily guided excursions.

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from $4,105

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Classic Mekong

Upstream - 8 Day Itinerary aboard RV Bassac Pandaw

• Explore the floating fish farms
• Discover Ben Tre orchards
• See Phnom Penh's National Museum
• Tour local pottery village

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Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap

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Variable

Explore both Vietnam's and Cambodia's striking cultural contrast in this 8-day Upstream Classic Mekong Cruise from Saigon to Siem Reap aboard RV Bassac Pandaw. Navigate the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers, visit historic temples, rural villages, floating fish farms, and bustling markets.

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from $3,694

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Classic Mekong

Downstream - 8 Day Itinerary aboard RV Bassac Pandaw

• Explore the floating fish farms
• Watch Bokator martial arts
• See Phnom Penh's National Museum
• Take tuk-tuk to Peam Chi Korng

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Siem Reap / Ho Chi Minh City

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Variable

Explore both Vietnam's and Cambodia's cultural contrasts in this 8-day Downstream Classic Mekong Cruise from Siem Reap to Saigon aboard RV Bassac Pandaw. Start with a sunset cruise in Kampong Cham, explore pottery villages, visit Phnom Penh's landmarks, cross into Vietnam, see Chau Doc's floating farms, and finish with a sampan ride in Ben Tre.

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from $990

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Farm House Resort and Spa Extension

4 Day Itinerary

• Discover Kampong Chhnang
• Relax at the Farmhouse Resort & Spa
• Support local Cambodians

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Phnom Penh / Kampong Chhnang

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Relaxed

This 4-day tour starts in Phnom Penh or Battambang. Drive about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Phnom Penh or 4 hours from Battambang. Upon arrival, settle into the Smiling Gecko Farmhouse. Relax and enjoy the natural surroundings and delicious meals provided throughout your stay.

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from $14,160

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Islands, cities and volcanoes of Indonesia

Benoa, Bali - Singapore - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Explore Mount Bromo
• Visit Borobudur Temple
• Discover Ujung Kulon
• Explore Malacca history

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Benoa / Singapore

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Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Sail from Bali to Singapore on a 15-day cruise aboard Le Jacques-Cartier. Witness volcanic peaks, ancient temples, and wildlife sanctuaries. Visit Java’s Mount Bromo, Sumatra’s Mentawai Islands, and historic Malacca. Enjoy rich cultural encounters, scenic island vistas, and onboard comforts throughout this Southeast Asian journey.

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from $14,200

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Island Wonders & the Soul of Ancestral Japan

Naha, Okinawa - Kobe - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Visit Okinawa & Subtropical Islands
• Visit UNESCO-listed Yakushima
• Explore Koshikijima Islands
• Discover Amakusa’s History
• Discover Sacred Iki Island
• Jeju Island and the Seto Inland Sea

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Naha / Kobe

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier, starting in Okinawa and exploring islands like Zamami and Kikaijima, known for marine life. Visit Yakushima, a UNESCO site, and the Koshikijima Islands. Discover Amakusa’s history, Iki’s Shinto shrines, and Jeju's Hallasan volcano. Continue through the Seto Inland Sea, concluding in Kobe.

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from $12,795

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Japan's National Parks, Art and Culture

Honshu, Osaka to Osaka - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Visit Kanazawa's center of the arts
• See wildlife in Izu Oshima Islands
• See iconic landmarks of Miyajima
• Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

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Osaka / Osaka

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Variable

Join this 16-day Japan's National Parks, Art, and Culture expedition cruise from Osaka to Osaka, including South Korea, aboard Heritage Adventurer. An unforgettable circumnavigation of Japan's main island, Honshu, and exploration of its wilderness, arts, culture, and rich history.

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from $5,458

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Laotian Serendipity

Vientiane to Huay Xai - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Anouvong

• Observed locals along the river
• Visit Luang Prabang cultural sites
• Experience Pak Ou Caves
• Learn Lao cooking traditions
• Meet local communities

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Vientiane / Huay Xai

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Kayaking, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation, Cooking Classes, Hiking

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Variable

Experience Laos on the 10-day Mekong River cruise from Vientiane to Huay Xai aboard Anouvong. Explore remote riverside villages, spiritual temples, and natural wonders along the Upper Mekong. Enjoy authentic cultural encounters, scenic landscapes, and timeless Lao traditions throughout your journey.

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from $13,400

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Authentic Japan

Busan to Osaka - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Explore Busan’s cultural treasures
• Visit Nagasaki’s heritage landmarks
• Tour Himeji’s iconic castle
• View Takamatsu’s famous gardens

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Busan / Osaka

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Variable

Embark on a 13-day Japan cruise aboard Le Soleal and experience authentic Japanese traditions and local specialties. Explore cultural landmarks, historical castles, serene gardens, and sacred sites.

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from $10,650

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Tropical Indonesian Odyssey

Benoa - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Spot Komodo dragons on Rinca
• Discover Alor's moko drums
• Walk Bali's rice terraces
• Snorkel at Kei Islands

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Benoa / Darwin

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Join a 13-day expedition cruise from Benoa, Bali to Darwin, Australia aboard Le Soleal. Visit Komodo National Park, Alor, Flores, and West Papua. Encounter wildlife, snorkel vibrant reefs, and explore remote villages shaped by centuries of culture and history.

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from $14,600

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Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys

Benoa, Bali - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• See the Coral Triangle’s ecosystems
• Experience Indonesia's culture
• See Komodo dragons upclose
• Island hop around Indonesia
• Discover Triton Bay and Kei Islands

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Benoa / Darwin

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Variable

This 13-day cruise from Bali to northern Australia explores the Coral Triangle’s rich biodiversity. Discover Indonesia’s cultural heritage from Sumbawa's villages to the historic Spice Islands. Highlights include Komodo National Park’s Komodo dragons, snorkeling around Flores and Alor, and diving in West Papua’s Triton Bay.

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from $21,380

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South & North Raja Ampat Expedition

Sorong to Sorong - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu

• Explore Thousand Temples
• Hike Kapatcol for rare birds
• Spot mantas near Arborek Island
• Swim Kali Biru river

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Sorong / Sorong

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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving

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Variable

Embark on a 15-Day South & North Raja Ampat Expedition aboard the Aqua Blu with diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and wildlife encounters across remote islands. Highlights include Thousand Temples, Cape Kri, Wayag, and local village visits at Arborek and Mayalibit Bay.

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from $10,050

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In Search of Wallace and His Living Treasures with Dr. George Beccaloni

Ternate - Sorong - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih

• Explore beautiful Ternate
• Admire unique volcanic islands
• Discover Bacan Island's wildlife
• View Yar Island's flying foxes

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Ternate Island / Sorong

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Whale Watching, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

This 12-day itinerary honors Alfred Russel Wallace’s observations of zoological differences across a narrow strait in the archipelago, proposing the Wallace Line, which separates the ecozones of Asia and Australia, in collaboration with Dr. George Beccaloni and Fauna & Flora International.

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from $15,300

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Raja Ampat & Spice Islands Expedition

Sorong to Ambon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu

• Explore Kali Biru river
• Dive Mayhem Reef thrills
• Explore Banda Neira’s Dutch forts
• Spot dugongs near Nusa Laut

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Sorong / Ambon Island

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Fishing, Festival Visits

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day luxury cruise through Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands aboard Aqua Blu, visiting Sorong, Mioskon, Yangeffo, Aljui Bay, and Yeben Island. Snorkel with reef sharks and dugongs, explore ancient caves and Dutch forts, and experience local culture in Arborek Village and Nusa Laut.

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