Discover the most fascinating jewels of Southern India with this 12-day ultra-small group tour! Prepare for extraordinary temples, magnificent cityscapes, exhilarating safari adventures, and delicious cuisine. Begin your journey in Chennai, the largest city in Southern India, from where you will travel to Mamallapuram. Pay a visit to Arjuna's Penance, with extraordinary views from two magnificent boulders and exceptional carvings of sacred figures. See the Shore Temple overlooking the Bay of Bengal before you depart for Kumbakonam, a breathtaking town with ancient temples situated between the Cauvery and Arasalar Rivers. Discover the Kumbeswarar and Sarangapani Temples and make your way to Tanjore, once the capital of the Chola Empire. Admire the Brihadeshvara Temple and the Nandi statue. Next, you will visit Trichy and arrive in Madurai for a unique and eco-friendly rickshaw ride. See the Thirumalai Nayak Palace and the Meenakshi Temple and travel to Periyar, situated high above sea level surrounded by forests of the Idukki District. Search for wildlife in the area and make your way to Alleppey, home to breathtaking lakes, wonderful canals, and sandy beaches. Cruise along the backwaters of Kerala and drive to Cochin, where you will end your tour of Southern India.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kochi, Chennai, Kerala & Tamil N
Kochi, Chennai, Kerala & Tamil Nadu, Alleppey, Thekkady, Mamallapuram, Kumbakonam, Tanjore, Madurai, Periyar
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.
There were 6 highlights on the trip.
- Guwahati
- living tree bridges
- Hornbill Festival
- Kaziranga NP
- Majuli island
- Longwa head hunters village.
Each were excellent.
The accommodation and food were generally much better than I expected. Most meals were included. All were good except for a couple of 'locally' prepared meals. The choice of restaurants and hotels were as good as could be expected considering where we were.
Our guide Sanjeev was very professional and organised. If there were any issues they were kept behind the scenes.
This is a trip for the experienced traveller. I would suggest that there are other parts of India to visit before putting Assam on the list. The reason I give is because of the distances between each of the highlights. Long days, some of them uncomfortable. Our 2 drivers did an excellent job looking after us given the driving. However the highlights made up for the travelling at least as far as I was concerned. There aren't many trips to this part of India and is very much off the Western tourist trail with no MacDonalds in sight, which, for me, is a huge bonus
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Bungalow, Guest House, Resort
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kolkata, Assam, Guwahati, Mokoch
Kolkata, Assam, Guwahati, Mokochung, Majuli Island, Mon, Nagaland, Longwa, Dibrugarh, Umananda, Cherrapunjee, Khasi, Kaziranga National Park, Kohima
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
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Jakarta, Canggu, Yogyakarta, Ubu
Jakarta, Canggu, Yogyakarta, Ubud, Sanur
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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
This solo tour will guide you through the vibrant cultures and breathtaking scenery of South Asia as you discover the most extraordinary attractions in India and Nepal. Begin your journey in Delhi and ready to explore the fascinating mix of old and new in India’s capital city. Get ready to see ancient temples, sky-high structures, and ancient temples. Next, you will drive to Agra to visit the Taj Mahal — perhaps the most famous attraction in India. From there you will travel to Jaipur; the Pink City boasting famous landmarks and palaces featuring Amber Fort. Continue your journey to Pushkar; visit the famous 8th-century Brahma Temple dedicated to Lord Brahma and Pushkar Lake. Drive to Udaipur and explore Rajasthan’s most romantic city. Discover the rich history of one of the most beautiful regions in India, boasting breathtaking views of the Aravalli Mountains and three manmade lakes. From there you will catch a flight to Kathmandu, the cultural and capital heart of Nepal. Get ready to see some of the most significant temples of the Himalayas. Travel to Chitwan National Park where you may search for local animals and enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the park. From there you will head back to Kathmandu to end your tour of India and Nepal.
This is a Solo Tour
You don't pay single supplement and get a room for yourself!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kathmandu, New Delhi, Agra, Chit
Kathmandu, New Delhi, Agra, Chitwan, Jaipur, Pushkar, Udaipur
High in the misty mountain valleys of South Sulawesi is the enchanted land of Tana Toraja, where death is just as important as life. Join us on this four-day trip to explore this magical region and step into a realm of the Torajan people who are known for their unique customs and rituals.
From tongkonan houses shaped like buffalo horns to elaborate funeral ceremonies and animal sacrifices, this private, guided trip is the perfect opportunity to experience the culture and lifestyle of the Torajan people. Visit ancient burial sites where the deceased are buried in caves, sheltered in tombs carved out of rocks or suspended from cliff walls along with hand-carved tau-tau, wooden effigies watching over the graves from balconies.
Discover the complex culture of the Torajan people, a combination of ancestor worship and animistic beliefs, while breathing in fresh mountain air in this lush, idyllic terrain that looks both wild and tamed at the same time. For more details, please scroll down.
My whole team was so adaptable and kind. My guide Spring took me on incredible hiking and cultural journeys with his endless knowledge of history, Buddhism, architecture, animals and nature. Our driver Lahto was amazing at navigating the mountainous roads safely and confidently with added humor. The owner Tsenrig met me for dinner one night because I mentioned I wanted to try a lot of Bhutanese food. All the stops we made were so good and the accommodations were so nice with not a bad meal the whole trip. If you’re still on the fence, get this: I left my coat in a town 2 hours away and got it driven to me in 4 hours later so I didn’t leave without it on my early flight the next morning. Truly not a bad word can be said about this team and their team made my trip one of my favorite traveling experiences I’ve ever had.
This 11-day northern India tour finishes with two days exploring the Holy City of Varanasi on the banks of the River Ganges, after exploring Agra, home to the Taj Mahal, rural Rajasthan and Jaipur.
This India tour starts in the capital city, Delhi, with tours of both the old and new sides of this bustling city, now home to over 18 million people. We then head south into the arid state of Rajasthan, home to impressive forts and palaces, colourful saris and jewellery, and fascinating Indian history. We firstly visit Agra, home to the incomparable Taj Mahal, the world's most famous monument to love. We continue the tour's theme of mixing unmissable tourist sites with activities and experiences more off the beaten track by taking a Mughal Heritage Walk with a local villager through farmland and homesteads on the opposite bank of the Yamuna River to the Taj Mahal. This tour supports the local community and provides a fascinating insight into village life in Agra as well as providing great views of the Taj not normally seen. We'll also see the Taj Mahal close up at sunrise as the changing morning light brings the building to life in different hues and colours.
Our next stop is the small and remote town of Hinduan where we stay in a converted palace and explore the village and surroundings, getting a real feel for rural Indian life. We'll then visit the Amber Fort, City Palace and the Jantar Mantar Observatory in the 'Pink City' of Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, as well as exploring its famous craft and produce markets.
After returning to Delhi, we take to India's famous railway network for the journey to Varanasi. One of the world's oldest living cities, Varanasi is also considered one of India's holiest and is an especially auspicious place for Hindus to make a pilgrimage to bathe in the waters of the River Ganges. While in Varanasi, we'll take an early morning boat trip on the river, take part in an evening Aarti ceremony giving candlelit offerings to the river, and visit Sarnath, where the Lord Buddha preached his first sermon.
Another train journey then takes us back to Delhi to finish the India tour (flight upgrades are available if preferred).
The accommodations used on this tour have been carefully selected and include a home-stay style hotel whilst in Delhi, modern properties in Agra and Varanasi, plus heritage hotels in Jaipur and Hinduan.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay
Age Range
8-95 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
New Delhi, Varanasi, Jaipur, Tor
New Delhi, Varanasi, Jaipur, Tordi, Keoladeo National Park, Taj Mahal
Explore paradise with a visit to the remote, spectacular Raja Ampat archipelago in Indonesia. Visit the iconic Wayag, take a speedboat tour, snorkel and search for manta rays, and learn more about the local people and culture on this 4-day tour.
Most people know Raja Ampat from the famous photograph of the beautiful atoll of Wayag, an uninhabited island northwest of Waigeo Island. Getting to this Raja Ampat icon is not easy but definitely well worth the effort! Visiting Wayag is incomplete without climbing the steep and rocky hill to get to the viewpoint, which takes about 30 – 40 minutes (depending on fitness level), where you can enjoy the 360-degree view of the stunning panorama of unique karts formation beautifully scattered across the clear blue water.
Book now for a once-in-a-lifetime visit. Please read the detailed itinerary for more on the transportation, activities, meals and more.
Embark on an enchanting journey along the Tamang Heritage Trail, a newly crafted trekking route that invites you to delve into the captivating lifestyle and rich culture of the ethnic Tamang people in the heart of Nepal. This remarkable adventure will guide you through a series of charming Tamang villages, including the picturesque Gatlang, Goljung, Briddim, and Timure.
As you traverse this scenic trail, be prepared to be mesmerized by the breathtaking vistas of the majestic Langtang and Ganesh Himal mountain ranges. These awe-inspiring peaks will grace your journey, offering unforgettable moments that can be savored from the serene village of Nagthali. Here, you'll find tranquility, and it's also a cherished destination for meditation among Buddhist monks.
While en route to Nagthali, you'll have the opportunity to visit Tatopani, where you can unwind in the natural hot water springs, providing a soothing respite for weary travelers.
Continuing your exploration, you'll reach Thuman, yet another cultural gem on this trail. Thuman is renowned for its Shamanic practices and provides a breathtaking backdrop of the Langtang mountains, which will leave you in awe.
Throughout your journey along the Tamang Heritage Trail, you'll have the chance to experience authentic hospitality with homestay facilities, immersing yourself in the local way of life. Additionally, don't miss the vibrant cultural programs in Gatlang and Goljung, where you can witness the Tamang people's traditions come to life.
Embarking on this adventure promises not only stunning natural beauty but also a deep and meaningful connection with the Tamang culture and their way of life. It's a travel experience that will leave an indelible mark on your heart and soul.
Trekking and HikingMountains
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Guest House, Home-stay, Hotel
Age Range
16-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Langtang trek, Kathmandu, Kyanji
Langtang trek, Kathmandu, Kyanjin Gompa, Lama Hotel, Syabrubesi, Gatlang, Tatopani, Thuman, Briddim, Langtang Village
