The big mountain scenery of Manaslu and Ganesh is astonishing. There’s the two-horned massif of Manaslu (8156m), the circumnavigation of which is a meditation on the wonders of Himalayan geology. There’s Ganesh Himal (7406m), named for the serpentine southern ridge that evokes the elephant-headed Hindu god of good fortune. And then there’s Himalchuli (7893m), which rises an incredible 7000m from the Marsyangdi River. Nestled in between these Himalayan giants are villages that draw from Hindu and Buddhist influences. Add a sprinkling of butterflies amidst forests from sal to pine, and you’ll be convinced you’ll catch a sight of the shy red panda.
Ganesh Himal have long been overshadowed by the established trekking regions to either side. But both the ‘spirit mountain’ and the ‘elephant mountain’ are so spectacular, and so easily accessible by bus, it’s a mystery why it’s taken so long for guides and trekkers to discover them.
You can also enjoy a culturally enchanting home stay with the Tamangs, the original horse traders of Nepal. The adventurous can venture higher for a ‘walk in the clouds’ above Tiru Danda, from where gorgeous views stretch from the Annapurnas to Ganesh Himal.
With a variety to rival the Annapurna region, it’s no exaggeration to say Manaslu’s time has come. Forget the jams of the more established routes. Barring the busy tea houses, you’ll have the trails here mostly to yourself – if you don’t mind sharing it with blue sheep, langurs, yaks andthe myriad butterflies weaving in and out of the thundering waterfalls.
Discover classic Laos on this 10-day guided tour. Start in the UNESCO heritage ancient royal capital Luang Prabang and travel through Phonsavanh to Vang Vieng to the final destination of Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
In Luang Prabang, visit famous temples that are still used in daily Lao life, experience a boat trip on the mighty Mekong River to the mysterious Pak Ou cave and see other highlights such as stunning waterfalls and a living farm.
Xieng Khouang, the next stop, is best-known for having been heavily bombed during the Indochina War and also for the historic Plain of Jars. In Vang Vieng, visit nearby villages, populated by the Hmong hill tribe and Tai Dam people, who live a simple life but possess a vibrant local culture and an interesting history.
Continue to Vientiane and stop to visit an archaeological site of Vang Xang, where you can admire one of the country’s oldest Buddha statues, dating back to the 11th century.
All accommodation, transport and activities are included on this tour, as well as several meals. Check out the what’s included sections and the detailed itinerary for more information.
Join us on this 19-day, guided expedition that combines Everest Base Camp trek with Lobuche East Peak climb. While many travelers know about Everest Base Camp, few are aware of the hidden gem that is Lobuche East, a mountain close to the Khumbu Glacier that offers stunning views of Ama Dablam, Tawache and other peaks in the Himalayas.
Your journey starts from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, from where you will take the flight to Lukla followed by a hike through the trail that eventually leads to Everest Base Camp via Phakding, Namche, Tengboche and Dingboche.
Enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas from Kala Patthar before making your way to Lobuche East High Camp. Summiting Lobuche East involves climbing steep, snowy slopes. Although it is not compulsory that you have an earlier climbing experience, a good level of physical fitness is a must.
You will get the chance to learn more about mountain climbing at Everest Base Camp, where experienced mountain guides will help you with the fundamentals of mountaineering and impart skills needed for a successful summit attempt.
Please note that climbing Lobuche East is meant for physically fit people. For more details, please scroll down.
Trekking and HikingClimbing
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Tent, Guest House
Age Range
18-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Everest Base Camp trek, Lobuche
Everest Base Camp trek, Lobuche East Peak, Everest Region, Kathmandu, Lobuche, Lobuche East Base Camp, Pangboche, Namche Bazar, Lukla, Phakding, Tengboche, Dingboche, Everest Base Camp
Begin this Thai experience discovering the best of Thailand’s bustling capital city at your own pace. Wander and shop through Bangkok’s bustling streets, taste their glorious food, marvel at the awe-inspiring Grand Palace, and learn about their fascinating culture.
Discover the historical and natural wonders of Thailand with this spectacular nine-day tour from Bangkok, located in the centre of the country, to Chiang Mai, in the north. Visit the country’s main heritage sites such as the Ayutthaya and Phitsanulok and explore the infamous Golden Triangle, one of the world’s leading opium-producing areas. Join this memorable tour and have a complete Thai experience!
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, italian, french, spanish, german
Destinations
Bangkok, Tambon San Sai Luang, P
Bangkok, Tambon San Sai Luang, Phitsanulok, Lampang, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai
This trip is perfect for anyone who wants to visit the main highlights of Vietnam but whose time is limited. It gives you the chance to enjoy the scenic beauty of Vietnam and discover the most famous heritage sites. Having the chance to sample the delicious regional foods is an added bonus.
AdventureCity sightseeing
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Hoi An, Can Tho, Ho Chi M
Hanoi, Hoi An, Can Tho, Ho Chi Minh City, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Hue, Cu Chi Tunnels
From the land of Varanasi, situated on the banks of the river Ganga, one of the most popular pilgrimage destination for Hindus to Agra, where one can come face to face with the monument that personifies love itself, and Jaipur, the city that brings alive the cultural aspect of India, we take you on one of your most memorable journeys.The Golden Triangle tour takes you from the political, modern Delhi to culture, heritage and grandeur in Jaipur, to architecture, eternal beauty and solace in Agra and Varanasi.
During your visit, you will experience something different in each city. Delhi will offer a potpourri of everything, Agra will take you back in the Mughal times, Jaipur will offer you a sneak-peak into the erstwhile Rjaputana royalty and Varanasi will enlighten your religious spirits.
We look forward to taking you on a fantastic tour. Please see the itinerary for further details.
Vincent, our tour guide, was absolutely top-notch! Out of my travels to 65 countries, he stands out as one of the best. With his thoroughness, people skills, and great sense of humor, he made the entire experience unforgettable. An amazing experience for us - very well organised tour.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This is our signature Jordan small-group tour, mixing the classic sites of Jerash and Petra with more active hikes in Petra and Wadi Mujib, a Wadi Rum jeep safari and Bedouin experience, a Dead Sea swim, Red Sea visit and much more!
We start by heading out of Amman to discover the northern city of As-Salt where we'll take a walking tour along the Harmony Trail, a local initiative demonstrating the friendship between the local Muslim and Christian populations. We'll then return to the capital city, Amman to explore downtown, including the Citadel and Roman Theatre. We'll also sample some local cuisine with a food tasting experience.
As we begin our journey to the south of the country, we'll make a stop at the Dana Biosphere Reserve, where a short hike takes us around the restored Dana Village in the Dana Biosphere Reserve, Jordan's largest nature reserve. You'll then have some free time in Aqaba to relax, explore the reefs or even take a morning boat trip.
Leaving the coast behind, we turn our focus towards the desert, as we head to the beautiful scenery of Wadi Rum where we'll spend the night in a comfortable Bedouin camp against the towering cliffs. The next morning we take a jeep safari through the sand dunes and past amazing rock bridges before spending some time with a local Bedouin shepherd, learning about their nomadic way of life and how they look after their animals in the desert.
Our next stop is the jewel in Jordans crown, the 'lost' Nabataean City of Petra, which we reach via the lesser known back-route hike. Before embarking on our hike into Petra, we'll explore the small but equally interesting site of Little Petra, or Siq al-Barid. From here we'll take a short jeep ride to the start of the mountail trail which links Little Petra to the Monastery and main site of Petra. The back-route into Petra makes for an interesting and much less crowded way of visiting, and what's more, you'll be rewarded with incredible mountain views towards the Holy Land. Whilst hiking the back-route you'll still have the opportunity to see all of the same monuments visited on the normal route, with the addition of Little Petra and the Monastery.
Time for another change of scenery as we drive along the scenic Dead Sea road this morning, you'll have some great views of the salt-flats at the Southern end of the Dead Sea. Our first stop of the day will be Wadi Mujib, where you'll have a day of adventure, hiking through water, a climbing up small waterfalls, along the famous Siq Trail. After a day of activities, we'll make our way down to our resort right on the banks of the Dead Sea, where you have some free time to swim - or rather float - in its incredibly salty waters and to relax by the hotel pool. Don't forget a newspaper or magazine for your iconic Dead Sea photo!
On our final day of sightseeing, we'll visit the Roman mosaics at Madaba, the amazing views towards Jericho and Israel from Mt. Nebo follow and the amazing Roman site of Jerash, one of the very best preserved in the whole of the Middle East.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
From the fervent pace of Jakarta to the back alleys of Ubud, the islands of Bali and Java are Indonesia’s most celebrated duo – a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, rolling hills and dynamic cities. Be charmed by Indonesia’s rich cultural heritage, witness traditional dance performances and explore ornate temples. Get to the heart of life on this famous archipelago by visiting rice paddies, beachside towns and remote villages and learning about the region’s traditional arts and crafts. And that’s not all – you’ll also join royalty at a palace in Ubud for a special dinner and traditional dance performance and you’ll hop aboard a yacht in Sanur to celebrate your trip over drinks and barbeque at sunset.
Beach
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This nine-day mountain bike tour is designed to showcase the best enduro style mountain bike trails in Bali and around Bromo National Park in East Java. Join us on this guided, group tour to discover the amazing sights and sounds of Bali and East Java along with some of their most famous natural highlights.
We will pick you upon arrival in Bali on Day 1 of the tour and drive you to Canggu, the starting point of this journey. Your adventure begins once we have reached the region of Bedugul, located at an altitude of 1400 meters. Bike through the woods, breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. Spend three thrilling days cycling on the flanks of the active Mount Batur and Mount Agung volcanoes. Also included is a hike to the top of Mount Batur and a bicycle journey back to the bottom.
Transfer to East Java and test your ability in the endurance trails of Probolingo. Witness sunrise from Penanjakan Point, located in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. During the four days that you spend there, you will hit the trails in and around this national park. The ride comes to an end in Batu from where you will fly back to the island of Bali.
Mountain bikingBicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-79 yrs
Operated in
english, indonesian
Destinations
Bali, East Java, Java, Canggu, K
Bali, East Java, Java, Canggu, Kintamani, Bromo, Probolinggo, Batu