Asia Trips with Village Visits

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.

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.

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.

Embark on a 4-day luxury river cruise along the Upper Mekong from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang aboard Heritage Line's Anouvong. Immerse yourself in authentic Laotian culture with visits to traditional Khmu, Hmong, and Lao Loum villages, observe elephants at a sustainable sanctuary, and marvel at the sacred Buddhist statues in the Pak Ou Caves.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Embark on a 22-day cruise aboard Aqua Blu through Raja Ampat, West Papua, and the Forgotten Islands, starting in Sorong and sailing to Mioskon, Aljui Bay, Wayag, Penemu, and Banda Neira. Discover vibrant reefs, ancient forts, remote villages, and rich marine life from Pulau Koon to Alor, Maumere, and Labuan Bajo.

Embark on an 11-day cruise through Japan and South Korea aboard the Heritage Adventurer and discover historic sites, UNESCO landmarks, bustling markets, and serene gardens. Travel via bullet train, explore charming villages, visit famous cities like Tokyo, Kanazawa, and Busan, and delve into natural wonders such as Yakushima Island.