Join us on this eleven-hour, private trip from Shanghai to Hangzhou, a city renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty, primarily the famous West Lake. Your private car will pick you up from your hotel in Shanghai early in the morning and drive you to the station from where you will board a bullet train to Hangzhou (bullet train tickets not included in the tour price). Jump into a private car on deboarding the train in Hangzhou and head out to explore the city.
Take the Buddha Road, where there are three historic temples on the way to the top of a mountain, and visit the Faxi Temple, with over 1,000 years of history. The temple is surrounded by beautiful tea plantations rolling down the hills.
For lunch, we will take you to a local restaurant that serves delicious Hangzhou cuisine. Your next destination is Longjing village, home to tea farmers since generations. Enjoy a cup of authentic Longjing tea at Hangzhou Manjue Long Scenic Resort.
The final destination on the itinerary is the iconic West Lake where you will enjoy a boat ride before its time to head back to the station for your bullet train back to Shanghai. You driver will transport you back to your hotel on arrival in the city.
On this guided tour, explore the striking Chinese countryside as you sail across the Li River between staggering karst hills.
In the morning, your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Guilin and escort you to the Pier, where you will start the Guilin Li River cruise to Yangshuo. The boarding time is scheduled at 9:30 am, and the whole journey takes about 4 hours.
Learn more about the region and its history from your guide as you lose yourself in the stunning karst landscape. As you cruise along the Li River, wonder at the towering hills, verdant forests, odd caves and tranquil villages. A simple Chinese lunch will be offered on board before you reach Yangshuo at 2:00 pm.
After disembarkation, you will be driven to see the picturesque countryside of Yangshuo, or you can choose to cycle around at your own pace. At the end of this Guilin-Yangshuo tour, you will be transferred back to the hotel in Guilin.
Explore Hangzhou’s UNESCO-listed landscapes and the picturesque water town of Wuzhen on this two-day private sightseeing tour. Your tour includes lunch, entrance tickets, and hotel pickup and drop-off. You can choose to depart from Shanghai or Hangzhou.
Cruise around the mist-shrouded West Lake, one of China’s most memorable natural wonders, and stroll around the Flower Harbor Park. Visit the famous Yongfu Temple, sample traditional tea at the Meijiawu Tea Village.
The next day, explore Wuzhen water town on a full-day guided tour from Hangzhou. See the town’s highlights, including the Sanbai Wine Workshop, built during the Song Dynasty and the only winery that remains in Wuzhen. Wrap up with a scenic (optional) cruise on the river.
Please note: Hotel inclusive if your departure is from Shanghai; hotel exclusive if departure from Hangzhou. If departing from Shanghai, you can choose a 4- or 5-star hotel. Please select your departure and hotel preferences upon booking.
We will pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in Hanoi's Old Quarter between 07:15 to 07:45 in the morning and drive you to Ninh Binh. Arrive at Trang An by 10:00 AM and spend about 2 hours exploring this natural heritage site in a small boat. Visit the limestone caves along the Sao Khe River.
Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch in the afternoon before heading out to visit a local family in Van Lam Village, located in Tam Coc. Interact with them and learn more about their tradition and daily life. Enjoy a bicycle ride around the village and see gorgeous paddy fields surrounded by limestone mountains.
Your next destination is the Bich Dong Pagoda, where you will get the chance to learn more about the history of Buddhism in Vietnam. Leave Ninh Binh at around 4:30 in the evening and drive back to Hanoi. We will drop you off at your hotel or accommodation in Hanoi.
Learn more about the history, culture and religion of Bali during this guided day tour. We will pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in Kuta in the morning (at around 8:00 am) and drive you to Lempuyang Temple, one of the oldest and most revered temples in the region.
Reach the temple after two to three hours on road. See the seven temples inside the Lempuyang compound. You must cover your shoulders inside the temple. Please make sure that you wear a t-shirt with sleeves or use a scarf to cover your shoulders before entering the temple premises.
See Mount Agung from the Gateway to Heaven, the famous photo spot in the temple, if the sky is clear and the weather is good. Lunch will be provide at a local restaurant. After lunch, continue to the Tirta Gangga Royal Water Garden, a former royal palace that is known for its maze of pools and fountains surrounded by beautifully kept gardens and many stone carvings and statues.
Your next destination is Kerta Gosa Hall of Justice, a 17th century building that is also known as Bali's supreme court. Head for Pura Goa Lawah, a bat cave with a temple inside, next. This cave is one of the six holiest places of worship in Bali and provides shelter to a colony of bats.
Time for dinner now. Enjoy your meal at Wake Restaurant and Beach Club. We will drive you back to your accommodation after that.
This two-day, private tour is specially designed for those riders who like to push themselves a little harder. Covering 115 km, 80 percent of which is off-road, and traversing some of the best single tracks that Bali has to offer, this guided trip is sure to be an amazing adventure.
Cycle through the rice fields of Jatiluwih (a Unesco World Heritage site), located in the remote yet beautiful Tabanan province. Ride around the crater of Mt Batur and enjoy a 30 km downhill jaunt from the mountain all the way to Ubud. If you love mountain biking and are short on time, then this trip is an ideal option for you.
Cover a wide mix of terrain, ranging from single track, jeep tracks, sandy roads and broken tarmac roads, during this trip. We recommend this adventure to those with good mountain bike skills and an ability to navigate varying terrain. For more details, please scroll down.
Embark on an incredible eight-day guided trek that uncovers the breathtaking natural wonders and captivating cultural treasures of the Annapurna foothills. This adventure is perfect for both time-conscious travelers and those who want to experience stunning vistas without the challenges of high-altitude trekking. Get ready to journey through picturesque landscapes and explore two iconic destinations: Ghorepani and Poon Hill.
Day 1-2: Welcome to Kathmandu and Exciting Drive to Pokhara
Your adventure begins in the vibrant capital city of Kathmandu, where we'll warmly welcome you and make sure you're all set for your trek. On the second day, we'll take you on a scenic drive to Pokhara, the enchanting 'City of Lakes,' setting the stage for your incredible journey.
Day 3-6: Trekking from Nayapul to Ghorepani and Poon Hill
Get ready for an authentic trekking experience as you start your journey from Nayapul, weaving through lush forests and terraced fields. The trail leads you to Ghorepani, a charming village inhabited by the Gurung ethnic community. One of the highlights of this adventure is the awe-inspiring panoramic views of the majestic Annapurna range, best seen from the incredible vantage point of Poon Hill. Your trek continues through Ghandruk, enriching your cultural experience along the way.
Day 7: Heading Back to Kathmandu
As this remarkable trek draws to a close, we'll take you back to Kathmandu, where it all began. Rest assured, we'll ensure a safe transfer to the airport on the final day of this tour, ensuring your journey concludes with seamless ease and utmost satisfaction. This trek captures the very essence of the Annapurna region, offering a perfect blend of unrivaled natural beauty and captivating cultural immersion.
Join us on this full-day tour of two of the most important sites in Mongolia: Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex and Terelj National Park.
The Chinggis Khaan statue is a 40-meter tall stainless steel statue representing the founder of the Mongol empire on a horseback. It is the world's tallest equestrian statue. Located on the north of Tuul river, the statue faces east toward Khaan's birthplace. Visitors can walk to the head of the horse through its chest and neck, from where they can have a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape. There is also a museum exhibiting artefacts relating to the Bronze Age and Xiongnu archaeological cultures in Mongolia, and to the Great Khaan period in the 13 and 14th centuries.
After the tour of the statue complex, you will visit Terelj National Park, which is set in a spectacular valley only an hour drive from Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. Visitors can view fascinating rock formations against a backdrop of pine-covered mountains and wander along the tree covered banks of mountain stream. They can also stay overnight in a snug Mongolian Ger (traditional Mongolian dwelling) or in cozy guest rooms. It is an ideal place for taking a trip on horse along the Tuul river or the valley and visiting a local family.
Don't miss a trip to the incredible Mount Batur active volcano during your Bali holiday on this full-day tour with pick up and drop off at your hotel.
We pick you up in the wee hours from your hotel and bring you to the milder climates at 1200 meters above sea level. From here, we'll embark on a 1.5 to 2-hour hike to the top of Mount Batur, from where we'll see the sunrise. Enjoy the magnificent views of the red sky.
Next, we take a walk around the rim of the volcanic cone to see the crater of the last eruption. This volcano is still active so let's be cautious! Descending from the crater, we head back down to the black lava, which originally flowed down during the first and second eruptions.
We'll enjoy our breakfast on the top of the volcano before we journey down the mountain. The trip down is just as challenging as up, but this time you get to see the surrounding panorama. Make a stop at Toya Devasya where you will enjoy the natural hot spring pools to relax your muscles. Afterward, we will drive you back to your hotel.
A region endowed with immense natural beauty and an ancient past, Luang Prabang is best seen through a local's eyes. Interested in exploring this area? Then we have the perfect tour for you.
Meet your tour guide at our sales office early in the morning for a forty-minute drive to Pak Ou Village where you are free to explore the many crafts that the locals make before crossing the mighty Mekong River by a small boat to the base of a limestone cliff, the site of the Pak Ou Caves. Take your time to explore the impressive lower grottos filled with Buddhist statues and scented with burning incense. Grab a flashlight and head up through a winding series of stairs to find another fascinating and easily navigable cave filled with ancient Buddhist relics.
Enjoy your lunch before crossing the Mekong again by boat and continue with a drive downriver for one and a half hours to the famous Kuang Si Waterfall. On the way, we’ll stop to see the popular Whiskey Village where you have the option to sample the locally made Lao Lao.
The jungle around the waterfall remains lush and beautiful year-round. The waterfall cycles between placid, turquoise waters during the dry season to impressive, roaring falls during the rainy season. Either way, you’re in for a refreshing and beautiful nature experience. Integrated into the landscape is an Asiatic bear sanctuary where you can see these beautiful creatures up close and support efforts to care for the animals in the area.
We’ll end this full-day trip with a return drive to Luang Prabang late in the afternoon.
Please note that the stairs in the lower Pak Ou Cave are short but steep. Access to the upper cave is via a fairly long series of stairs and can be taken at your own pace.
The Pak Ou Cave and Kuang Si Waterfall lie to the north and south of Luang Prabang city, respectively. This tour will take you to both these highlights, with a scenic drive up and down the length of the Mekong River between.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Mountains, lagoons and waterfalls! This adventure will take you out of the heat of the city to experience what an amazing landscape Vietnam truly has. One not to be missed when you are in Hue City.
Itinerary:
At 7:00 am, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Hue city and depart to Bach Ma National Park. Stop at the Visitor Centre to be given an introduction about the park. Drive to the summit of Bach Ma and from this peak, Hai Vong Dai (Sea-view tower), to see the wonderful panorama of mountains, lagoons and East Sea. After a hike to the Five Lakes, swim in the cool and clear streams of water and take a rest at the huge rocks.
Lunch at local restaurant with Vietnamese food.
In the afternoon, we'll visit the beautiful Rhododendron Falls, with a height of 300m, located in the rhododendron flower forest.
The tour ends at about 5:30 pm at your hotel in Hue.
Halong Bay, literally meaning "descending dragon bay", is one of the Seven World Wonders, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a popular travel destination, located in Quang Ninh province, Vietnam. Halong Bay has an area of around 1,553 km squared, including 1,960-2,000 islets, most of which are limestone.
Our driver and tour guide will meet and pick up at your hotel by in between 8.00 am to 8:30 am for the journey east of Hanoi (approximately 3 to 3.5 hours) to Halong City, the gateway to Halong Bay. En route, you will pass fields of busy workers farming their rice fields using traditional methods of cultivation.
12:00 pm You will embark on the boat. Enjoy a seafood lunch on board while cruising around this magnificent bay and among thousands of islands in this spectacular natural environment.
The main cave of the cruise trip will be Thien Cung Cave (Heavenly Palace Grotto), located on a remote island in the bay. As the name suggests, the cave adorned with fantastic stalactites and stalagmites. Coloured lights transform the scene into a fairy tale palace.
We continue to cruise to the southern part of the Bay, where we will admire the view of many strange-shaped islands. Then cruise back to the pier, disembark and join the bus to return Hanoi.
There will be a stop on the way at a ceramics village in the middle on our way where artisans create superb ceramic vases and other masterpieces in their kilns and have the opportunity to purchase many of their products at a fraction of the price that you could expect to pay outside of Vietnam.
Arriving at about 7:30 pm, we drop you off at your Hotel. Finish the unforgettable Halong Bay full day trip!
This guided Uzbekistan tour begins in the fertile Fergana Valley – the centre of traditional crafts – and continues across the country via all the main Uzbek cities, which were key points on the Great Silk Road and, as a result, were highly prosperous urban areas.
The Fergana Valley is the land of wise artisans, who have carried through centuries the secrets of skillful ancient masters specialized in producing silk and original ceramics. There you will visit a silk-weaving factory in Margilan, where the famous khan-atlas, a handmade silk, is produced following ancient technologies, and the village of Rishtan, Uzbekistan’s main pottery. Rishtan’s unique blue ceramics is highly popular among tourists, who often buy it as souvenirs.
The tour culminates in Samarkand and Bukhara – Uzbekistan’s two most famous cities, historical and cultural reserves boasting colossal architectural masterpieces of the Tamerlane's time and earlier historical periods.
You will also visit the Nuratau Mountains and immerse into the traditional life and culture. Unique folk traditions have been preserved almost unchanged there. You will see millstones for grinding grain, watch how carpets are hand-woven, try the freshest, eco-friendly products, national local dishes at homestay and enjoy freshly baked flatbread from tandoor oven. On the wild slopes of the Nurata Mountains, you can see rare animals listed in the Red Book — Severtsov’s argali, golden eagle and black vulture included in the Red Book.
The locals are very open and genuinely hospitable. You cannot see anywhere else, either in Samarkand, Bukhara or any other place, the handmade souvenirs such as local people sell.
Eco toursLocal culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Book this one-day, private, guided trip to enjoy great views of the Kathmandu Valley from the top of Chandragiri, a popular viewpoint that lies in the valley's southwestern corner. We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning and drive you to Thankot from where this natural landmark located seven kilometres away.
Take a cable car to the top of the hill (2,551 metres above sea level) to reach a viewpoint from where you can enjoy blissful views of the Himalayas and serene views of the chaotic city below. You can also go hiking in the nearby trails or lounge in the park if you want to.
Along with Chandragiri, this trip also includes visits to Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath, the three famous world heritage sites that are also important Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage centres in the valley. We will drop you off at your hotel after the tour is over.