Asia Trips with Village Visits

Sail on this 15-day All Ganges River cruise from Kolkata to Varanasi aboard RV Kalaw Pandaw. Explore India's historical and cultural treasures as you visit iconic landmarks like the Danish colony of Serampore, the French territory of Chandernagore, the terracotta temples of Kalna, and the ISKCON headquarters in Mayapur.

Travel from Sapporo through Hokkaido, the Aleutian Islands, and Alaska on a 20-day cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution. Explore Otaru, Aomori, Kushiro, Dutch Harbor, St. Paul, and Nome while visiting seafood markets, temples, volcanic coastlines, and remote wildlife habitats.

Sail from Brisbane to Sorong on this 15-day expedition aboard SH Minerva. Visit the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, and Papua, exploring historic wartime sites, traditional villages, island communities, and marine environments. Experience local cultures, regional history, and remote destinations across the South Pacific and western Pacific.

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 Indonesia Papua’s Whale Sharks & Birds of Paradise aboard Katharina on a 10-day cruise from Kaimana to Sorong. Swim with whale sharks, trek to see birds of paradise, snorkel vibrant reefs, visit local villages, paddle secluded lagoons, and discover the dramatic limestone landscapes of Triton Bay.

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.

Discover the wonders of Indonesia on a 13-day cruise aboard the Ombak Putih. This trip takes you from the rainforests of Borneo to the volcanic islands of Komodo National Park. Encounter wild orangutans, swim with majestic whale sharks, and track prehistoric Komodo dragons in their natural habitats.