Asia Trips with Village Visits

Discover a 4-day Ganges River cruise in India aboard RV Kalaw Pandaw, sailing the Hooghly River from Kolkata to Murshidabad. Visit Kalna's terracotta temples, discover Matiari's brass artisans, explore Murshidabad's historic palaces and gardens, and return to Kolkata by first-class train.

Explore Indonesia on an 12-day cruise aboard the SH Minerva through Papua and Raja Ampat. Visit remote islands, snorkel coral reefs, swim with whale sharks, kayak through limestone lagoons, and experience Papuan culture. Discover crystal-clear waters, diverse marine life, and island landscapes across one of the world's richest marine regions.

Aqua Blu invites you on this 8-day exploration of Indonesia's beautiful Komodo National Park, from Benoa, Bali to Labuan Bajo. Explore these wild islands and see the famed Komodo Dragons in their natural habitat. You'll also have chances to snorkel in the turquoise blue waters along the way.

Embark the luxurious Aqua Mekong in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on this 4-day discovery cruise along the Mekong River to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. You'll peruse vibrant markets and visit typical Mekong Delta villages while getting to know local cultures and ways of life, with a visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda and opportunities to bike along the way.

Embark on an 11-day Mekong River cruise aboard the RV Mekong Pandaw, sailing from Siem Reap to Saigon. Explore the floating villages of Tonle Sap, encounter rare Irrawaddy dolphins, discover Cambodia's cultural treasures, and cruise through the vibrant Mekong Delta in Vietnam on this immersive river expedition.

Travel aboard Anouvong on a 10-day Mekong River cruise from Vientiane to Huay Xai. You explore riverside villages, Luang Prabang, Kuang Si Waterfalls, Pak Ou Caves, and cultural traditions while enjoying scenic cruising through northern Laos.

Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier from Bali to Darwin and explore Indonesia’s remote islands, coral-rich waters, and cultural treasures. Encounter whale sharks in Saleh Bay, spot Komodo dragons, snorkel in Triton Bay, visit Banda Neira, and discover traditional communities across the archipelago.

This 12-day cruise on Le Jacques Cartier 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.

Discover the best of North and South Raja Ampat on a 15-day Aqua Blu cruise, starting in Sorong and visiting remote reefs, jungle trails, and limestone islands. Dive Cape Kri, kayak Wayag’s lagoons, spot birds of paradise, and snorkel with manta rays, all while enjoying onboard comforts.

Experience an 11-day immersive journey aboard the RV Mekong Pandaw. Sail the Mekong River from Siem Reap to Saigon, exploring the northern reaches at Kratie, ancient Oudong, Phnom Penh’s historic sites, and the fertile Mekong Delta, all while enjoying the unique comfort of our gold-teak vessel.

Embark on an 11-day All Assam on the Brahmaputra river cruise aboard the RV Kindat Pandaw. Sail through the heart of Assam, exploring wildlife-rich national parks, traditional silk-weaving villages, ancient archaeological sites, and vibrant local communities along one of India's greatest rivers.

Join this 19-day Asian Island Odyssey, cruising from Taipei to Darwin aboard Heritage Adventurer. Traverse the Tropic of Cancer and the Equator. Explore islands with blue waters, pristine coral gardens, and intriguing wildlife. Highlights include Taiwan’s Yehliu Geopark and Taroko National Park, swimming with Whale Sharks, and more.