Asia Trips with Village Visits

Join a 19-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Resolution from Alaska, to Japan. Discover Japan’s history through castle towns of the Edo period, Meiji-era shrines, and World War II sites. Visit samurai homes and centuries-old gardens. Explore the ancient city of Gyeongju in South Korea and experience Japanese artistic traditions.

Explore remote islands and vibrant cultures on this 17-day cruise from Lautoka to Darwin aboard Seabourn Pursuit. Discover limestone caves in Fiji, witness Rom dances and land diving in Vanuatu, snorkel the pristine Conflict Islands, and visit Papua New Guinea’s historic and cultural villages. A rich journey across the South Pacific.

Embark on a 14-day, two-part cruise aboard Ombak Putih and explore the rich wildlife and cultural heritage of Indonesia. Explore Borneo and visit an orangutan conservation center and a local Dayak village. Return to Bali and set sail to various islands, exploring the highlights of Komodo along the way.

Explore the Golden Triangle aboard the RV Champa Pandaw on this 11-day Laos Mekong expedition cruise from Vientiane to Chiang Khong. Discover UNESCO world heritage sites of Laos, Thailand, and Burma while traversing the Laos Mekong river.

Embark on a 13-day journey through Cambodia and Vietnam, starting in Siem Reap with tours of Angkor Wat and a luxurious private gala dinner. Cruise the Mekong River aboard Scenic Spirit, visiting traditional villages and ending in Ho Chi Minh City, where you can explore the Cu Chi Tunnels and War Museum.

Join an 11-day cruise on the Scenic Spirit from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap, cruising the Mekong River and exploring vibrant floating markets and rich cultural sites. Discover the Khmer Empire’s legacy, including ancient temples and riverside villages that showcase local life in Vietnam and Cambodia.

Set sail on a 10-day Scenic Spirit cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap, exploring the rich cultures of southern Vietnam and Cambodia. Experience the Mekong Delta's history, traditional Cambodian villages, and the vibrant life of Phnom Penh, culminating in the heritage of Siem Reap.

This 13-day Ombak Putih voyage from Komodo to Ambon explores remote islands, reefs, and coastal cultures across Indonesia. You snorkel reefs with tour leaders and a coral specialist while experiencing isolated island life and diverse marine environments.

Explore Vietnam's and Cambodia's striking cultural contrast in this 8-day Upstream Classic Mekong Cruise from Saigon to Siem Reap aboard RV Indochina Pandaw. Travel from the vibrant French colonial port of Saigon through the vast delta that is so rich in human life and endeavor to the rich countryside of Cambodia.

Travel to the hills of the Sapa Valley region for some trekking and exploration of the Hmong and Red Dao villages of Vietnam on this 3-day extension tour at Topas Ecolodge. As you learn about the cultural diversity, trekking in Sapa offers not only breathtaking scenery, but also a unique cultural encounter unlike any other in Vietnam.

Experience the fusion of adventure and tranquility on a 3-day Avana Retreat extension tour in Mai Chau. Explore lush landscapes, immerse in local culture, and rejuvenate in tranquil settings. Unwind amidst nature's beauty, leaving refreshed and inspired.

Experience the beauty of Lan Ha Bay on this 3-day cruise from Tuan Chau, Vietnam, aboard the Ylang. Discover Lan Ha Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and experience sunrise Tai Chi lessons, kayaking, bamboo boating, and sleeping in a balcony room.