This trip was made extraordinary by two absolutely outstanding guides, one in Cambodia (Sokchea) one in Vietnam (Truong). Their knowledge, communication skills, good humour, organisational skills and sheer passion for what they do was incredible. We arranged additional tours with our guides, and being able to depend on them for taking care of every detail, from supporting with transport arrangements, recommending and taking us to great local restaurants and evening shows, sometimes joining us for fun, ensuring that our access to sites of interest was smooth and hassle-free, whilst providing a fascinating and insightful perspective on history, culture and lifestyle. In Vietnam, Truong is an incredible asset to Explore: he went above and beyond his remit every day to ensure that everyone in our group had the best, most enjoyable experience. This was priceless, his energy and enthusiasm, and superb social skills ensured that this was an unforgettable trip of a lifetime. We learned so much, and genuinely shared laughter, food and good company. This Explore trip, due to the local guides, and wonderful company of our small group, totally exceeded our expectations.
Having a small group of 5, meant that we were able to get to know each other along the way too, and shared a lot of fun. We hugely enjoyed our “Happy Team” and hope we’ve made some new friends too.
Hotels were mostly great, some more basic but overall good, clean standards. Some excelled, like Cat Ba Paradise Hotel; only one was quite disappointing and a bit frustrating in their really inefficient check-in processes, Trang Hotel in Bangkok, which wasn’t helpful after long-haul journey. Otherwise, good accommodation and friendly helpful staff along the way.
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Bangkok, Danang, Hoi An
Hanoi, Bangkok, Danang, Hoi An, Hue, Cat Ba Island, Siem Reap, Battambang, Phnom Penh, Saigon
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From the heights of the Himalayas to the southern coasts of the South China Sea, winding over 2,700 miles, the Mekong is much more than just irrigation for Indochina—everywhere it flows, it fascinates men and shapes their lives. Come take an expedition on this grand and plentiful “water snake,” from Siem Reap to the river Tonle Sap following the footsteps of Henri Mouhot, then Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City, still largely influenced by the French colonial days. Our meditative trip takes you along the Mekong River on board a ship combining charm and colonial-style comfort.
Cruise
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Ship Cabin, Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Kam
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Kampong Tralach, Phnom Penh, Sa Dec, Cai Be
From the heights of the Himalayas to the southern coasts of the South China Sea, winding over 2,700 miles, the Mekong is much more than just irrigation for Indochina—everywhere it flows, it fascinates men and shapes their lives. Come take an expedition on this grand and plentiful “water snake,” from the ruins of Angkor to Tonle Sap river following the footsteps of Henri Mouhot, to Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City, still largely influenced by the French colonial days. Our meditative trip takes you along the Mekong River on board a ship combining charm and colonial-style comfort.
Cruise
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
18-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Ton
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Tonle Sap Lake, Kampong Tralach, Phnom Penh, Sa Dec, Cai Be
You'll begin your extraordinary vacation in Indochina with a discovery of Hanoï, the Vietnamese capital, and on an unforgettable cruise on the legendary Halong Bay among the fantastically formed islands, crags, and cliffs. Then, cast off on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure on the legendary river that begins in the mountains of Tibet and meanders through no less than six countries. The Mekong traces the authentic, profound, and mesmerizing history of Vietnam and Cambodia along its riverbanks.
Cruise
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
18-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Siem Reap, Kampong Chhnan
Hanoi, Siem Reap, Kampong Chhnang, Tonle Sap Lake, Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Cai Be, Sa Dec, Phnom Penh
From the heights of the Himalayas to the southern coasts of the South China Sea, winding over 2,700 miles, the Mekong is much more than just irrigation for Indochina—everywhere it flows, it fascinates men and shapes their lives. Come take an expedition on this grand and plentiful “water snake,” from Ho Chi Minh City, still largely influenced by the French colonial days, to Phnom Penh, then Tonle Sap river, following the footsteps of Henri Mouhot. Our meditative trip takes you along the Mekong River on board a ship combining charm and colonial-style comfort.
Cruise
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
18-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Sa
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Sa Dec, Chau Doc, Phnom Penh, Kampong Chhnang, Angkor Wat
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