Vietnam Motorbike Tour – North to Central
This 9 days Vietnam by motorbike tour takes you north of Hanoi to a region of dramatically gorgeous scenery that is free of mainstream tourists and then making your way down to Central Vietnam to Hoi An, through areas of war history, ancient culture and beauty.
Itinerary
DAY 1: HANOI… Learn more
Trails of Vietnam
On foot, in the saddle, with paddle – actively discover the best of Vietnam!
Whether it’s kayaking beneath towering cliffs in the sea, cycling by vibrant green paddy fields in the Mekong Delta or trekking amongst colourful hill tribes, this dynamic trip allows us to interact with the local people… Learn more
Kolkata to Amritsar
Why book this trip?
Travel on India’s extensive rail network from buzzing Kolkata in the East to Amritsar’s Golden Temple. On the way we delve into India’s melting pot of religions including Hinduism in Varanasi and Buddhism in Bodh Gaya as well as sailing along the Ganges and riding the… Learn more
Hiroshima & Shimanami Kaido – Active multisport self-guided tour
Sea kayaking, cycling, sightseeing walks and hiking
Highlights
Cycling island-to-island along the scenic Seto Inland sea
Enjoy wonderful views over the sea, valleys and mountains of Hiroshima
Bathe in the thermal hot-spring waters with detox bathing at a traditional inn
Sea kayaking around Tomonoura Bay
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage… Learn more
Japan’s Culinary Heritage
A small-group guided food tour through Japan’s best-kept culinary traditions
Highlights
Visit Kanazawa’s local food market which has attracted residents and visitors for almost 300 years
Hunt for wild vegetables (Sansai) with a Sansai expert and learn traditional cooking methods with the Gokayama community
Learn the art of earth-oven cooking… Learn more
Winter Nakasendo Trail
A small-group guided winter tour to the Nakasendo trail. Walk or snow-shoe on five days for 1-3 hours
Availability
December to March
Highlights
Walk or snowshoe village to village on the loveliest parts of the winter Nakasendo Trail
Visit beautifully-preserved old post towns in the snowy Kiso Valley
Soak in… Learn more
Kumano Ancient Trail
A small-group guided walking tour with five hikes of 2-6 hours of village-to-village walking on the Kumano Kodo Trail
Availability
April to November
Highlights
From imperial Kyoto, head through the Kumano mountains to the Pacific Ocean fishing port of Kii-Katsuura
Village to village walking on enchanting sections of the Kumano… Learn more
Japan Hiking Highlights: The Kumano Kodo and the Nakasendo Trail
A special small-group guided walking and cultural tour with five hikes of 2-4 hours
Availability
Late March through November
Highlights
Walk and discover historic Kyoto, visiting Zen temples, strolling bamboo groves, and walking the atmospheric Gion district
Visit all three Grand Shrines of pilgrimage on the Kumano Kodo: Hongu, Shingu,… Learn more
The charming Oki Islands in the Japan Sea
Fascinating culture and lovely landscapes on the Oki Islands group, just a few hours by ferry from the Japan Sea coast of the main island of Honshu.
Highlights
Meet friendly locals and explore these picturesque island communities
Unique culture and beautful views, with good walking on quiet country roads
Exquisite… Learn more
Classic Japan: Land of the Rising Sun
This Japan tour is a must for value-minded travel lovers who enjoy history, beautiful settings, and fascinating architecture. You’ll start in Tokyo, end in Kyoto, and overnight along the way in the Mount Fuji area, Osaka, and Hiroshima. Highlights of this tour through Japan are the UNESCO World Heritage Sites… Learn more
Timeless Japan
This Japan tour is a must for value-minded travel lovers who enjoy history, beautiful settings, and fascinating architecture. You’ll start in Tokyo, end in Osaka, and overnight along the way in the Mount Fuji area, Kyoto, and Hiroshima. Highlights of this tour through Japan are the UNESCO World Heritage Sites… Learn more
Trekking Borneo & Beyond
Trek through the primeval jungles and up South East Asia’s highest peak, Mt. Kinabalu
South East Asia’s tallest mountain, Mt. Kinabalu, towers over the Sulu Sea and Borneo’s sweeping jungles. In the east of the world’s third largest island Orang-utans populate the trees of Sepilok, whilst on the Malayan Peninsula… Learn more
