Asia Trips with Village Visits

Board the Aqua Mekong for an unforgettable 8-day cruise up the Mekong River from Saigon, Vietnam, to Siem Reap, Cambodia, with stops in Phnom Penh and Tonle Sap Lake, among other highlights of the Indochina peninsula. Biking, hiking, cultural immersion, market visits, and cooking classes highlight the cruise.

Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the MS Amadara, exploring Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Siem Reap, and Ho Chi Minh City. Discover ancient temples, cruise the Mekong River, visit charming villages, and experience the vibrant blend of history and modern life in Vietnam and Cambodia.

Set out on a 15-day Borneo Wildlife Discoverer small-group trip. Begin at Bako National Park, then head to Mulu National Park. Discover Mount Kinabalu National Park and visit Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary on the way to Sepilok, where the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary awaits. Conclude your journey in the historic port town of Sandakan.

This 7-day tour takes you through some of India's most beautiful landscapes. Visit surrounding attractions such as Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, Agra's famed Taj Mahal, and Jaipur's exquisite Amber Fort.

Cycle through the Mekong Delta on this 7-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Explore vibrant villages, floating markets, and authentic river life on a route that blends active cycling with local culture. Perfect for travelers seeking an extended Mekong River tour, this tour offers a deep dive into the region's scenery and traditions.

Experience a 15-day adventure tour in Indonesia, discovering Sulawesi, Lombok, and Komodo Island. Start your journey in Makassar, one of Indonesia's port and air hubs. Visit Toraja and discover the unique burial traditions. Afterward, sail to Komodo Island, where you can go trekking, snorkeling, and observe dragons and other wildlife.

Sail from Manila to Singapore aboard Coral Geographer on this 17-day cruise. Visit remote islands in the Philippines, encounter orangutans in Borneo, tour historic cities, and discover diverse cultures. Swim in coral reefs, walk through mangrove forests, and explore vibrant markets and heritage towns.

Join this 11-day Sacred Japan and South Korea cruise from Osaka to Tokyo aboard Heritage Adventurer. Discover the historic castle town of Matsue, the ancient town of Hagi, the sacred Miyajima, historic Hiroshima, and more. Explore Japan's ancient heritage and traditional culture in contrast with the world's most advanced technological civilization.

Spend two weeks exploring the stunning architecture, rich cultural history, and wildlife jungle safaris of Northern India. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, Nimaj Wildlife Safari, Deogarh ancient architecture, Jawai Jungle Safari Camp, and more.

This 11-day luxury tour of India takes you deep into the country's culture and natural splendors. Tour Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, then drive past Red Fort, the Mughal Empire's most luxurious fort and palace, before touring the famed Taj Mahal.

Join this two-week excursion across Rajasthan and see some of Northern India's most spectacular architecture, cultural history, and culinary delights. Visit Jaipur, commonly known as "The Pink City," the Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, Chanod, and Udaipur's Jag Mandir via boat, among other highlights.

You spend nine days cruising round‑trip from Komodo on board Katharina, seeing Komodo dragons, whale sharks, manta rays, and coral reefs. You snorkel on the reefs, swim with marine animals, and visit islands with diverse wildlife.