Even though I was the only person on this trip, I cannot thank Explore highly enough for the excellent liaison with the local partners to ensure I had a safe and seamless trip. Although most days were spent in Cambodia, it was interesting having some time in Thailand and Vietnam as well. I would highly recommend this trip.
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
Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok, Siem
Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok, Siem Reap, Battambang, Phnom Penh
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Discover the incredible diversity, cuisines, histories and beauty of Cambodia and Vietnam on a 20-day Premium adventure. Learn about the confronting Khmer legacy in Phnom Penh, enjoy Vietnam's authentic cuisine at a cooking class with a local chef in Hue and explore the grand architecture of Hanoi. This trip offers places of breathtaking beauty, from the backwaters of the Mekong Delta to the ancient temples of Angkor and an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay. Add to that a mix of friendly locals and age-old traditions and you've got the ultimate South East Asian experience.
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, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Phnom Penh, Hoi An, Hue
Hanoi, Phnom Penh, Hoi An, Hue, Mai Chau, Halong Bay, Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta
Embark on an unforgettable Vietnam and Cambodia adventure, starting with a warm welcome in Hanoi, where your private driver awaits to escort you to a centrally-located hotel. Discover the charm of Hanoi's Old Town, then set off to Halong Bay for an overnight cruise amidst stunning limestone karsts. Explore Sung Sot Cave, enjoy cooking classes, and marvel at the bay's beauty.
Continue to Ninh Binh for a journey through ancient temples, scenic rivers, and picturesque villages. Fly to Hoi An, explore its historic sites, and enjoy optional activities like market tours and cooking classes. In Ho Chi Minh City, delve into the history of the Cu Chi Tunnels and consider a Mekong Delta tour.
Cross into Cambodia, experiencing the vibrant culture of Phnom Penh and the ancient wonders of Siem Reap, including the iconic Angkor Wat. Your journey concludes with a return flight home, filled with memories of rich history, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality.
Local cultureCruise
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Embark on a two-week journey to discover the wonders of northern Thailand and the enchanting beauty of Laos. This Thailand and Laos discovery tour takes you from the lush landscapes of Thailand to the captivating culture and ancient wonders of Laos, where you’ll explore everything from luxury Mekong River cruises and Hmong villages to mysterious archaeological sites, ornate temples, and breathtaking waterfalls.
Travel to Thailand with a flight to Chiang Rai, where you’ll board the Luang Say Cruise at Huay Xay pier for a scenic journey down the mighty Mekong River to Pakbeng. Along the way, you can observe some of the best tourist attractions in Asia and the local life. Continue your exploration with a visit to the Royal Palace Museum and a walking tour in Luang Prabang, where you’ll uncover hidden gems as you wander through tranquil back lanes leading to the stunning Wat Xiengthong. Afterward, head to the Plain of Jars in Xieng Khuang, where you can marvel at the mysterious archaeological site. The journey also takes you to the Phatang Mountain viewpoint to enjoy the panoramic views of the stunning limestone karst scenery—just one of many top destinations in Thailand waiting to be discovered.
Enjoy a seamless travel experience with our complimentary chauffer-drive service, beginning your adventure relaxed and refreshed. Our small group tours, capped at 16 guests, ensure an intimate and personalized experience. We offer a guaranteed departure with as few as two guests, so you don’t have to worry about group size. From 24/7 local assistance and travel guidance to a meet-and-greet airport service with a local tour guide, we’re committed to delivering a world-class experience from start to finish.
Beach
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
35-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Chiang Rai, Pakse, Vientiane, Kh
Chiang Rai, Pakse, Vientiane, Khong Island, Don Deng, Pakbeng, Luang Prabang, Hmong, Xieng Khouang, Vang Vieng
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, Hoi An, Hue, Cat
Hanoi, Bangkok, Hoi An, Hue, Cat Ba Island, Siem Reap, Battambang, Phnom Penh, Ho Chi Minh City
Uncover the rich culture and history of Thailand on this journey. Your tour begins in Bangkok with an exploration of its renowned places and fascinating Buddha Temples and visit to the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market before departing to the fascinating tour to River Kwai, Kanchanaburi where you can enjoy seeing the natural atmosphere of mountains and river. Experience an exciting train ride along the Death Railway Track, before traveling to Ayutthaya, once the capital of Siam and the largest city in the world. Get an opportunity to learn Thailand's past while exploring the ruins of the monasteries and reliquaries of this World Heritage Site on your own before travelling back to Bangkok. Next, you will visit East Bali, where you will discover many unexplored treasures and visit the Mother Temple of Besakih, the holiest Hindu site in Bali. Make your way to Northern Bali to see the breathtaking green rice terraces, black sand beaches, and beautiful gardens. Travel to Oleh to explore this shopper’s paradise and visit the Batubulan Village, known for its stone carving art. Wander around the Celuk Village with its incredible paintings in Ubud, and see a traditional Kecak and Fire Dance performance in the area.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Join us on this 10-day 'Treasure of Vietnam and Bali' tour to uncover the pleasures and splendors of two of the top South East Asian holiday destinations. Start in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and work you way toward Mekong Delta, taking in all the sights and culture, before flying to Bali, Indonesia, where you will get to explore the famous temples, rice terraces, and beaches.
In Vietnam, tour the city of Saigon, the famous tunnels of Cu Chi, and floating villages of Mekong Delta, while in Bali, enjoy the tour of the iconic floating temple of Ulun Danu, the Unesco-listed Jatiluwih rice terraces, and the 11th century Gunung Kawi temple complex. While in Bali, you will have two free days to explore the sights and attractions on your own, or simply relax in the beaches.
With accommodations, meals, transport fares, and guide services all taken care of, all you have to do is enjoy the tour.
For more details, go through the itinerary section below.
Local cultureCruise
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Age Range
1-90 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Bali, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong D
Bali, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Cuchi Tunnels, Can Tho, Saigon, Nusa Dua
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I can’t imagine navigating Vietnam without Diem. The trip was incredibly organized.. starting with Diem meeting us at the airport, to the lovely hotels, flights, transportation reservations, etc. We also appreciated the tips on local cuisine shopping and sightseeing. I highly recommend the upgrade if you can afford it. We hope more upgraded Explorer trips become available.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Lodge
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh Ci
Hanoi, Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Lan Ha Bay, Hoi An, Hue
This trip is perfect if you are looking to see the highlights of Cambodia in a short amount of time and on a budget! The itinerary, our guide, the food and accommodation were all great and everything was so well organized. Would highly recommend!
Chill outArt and architecture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Siem Reap
Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Siem Reap
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Great taste of Thailand! Still managed to cover a lot of interesting places. Sek was an absolute legend, super organised and knowledgeable and made the entire experience an absolute breeze.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Sleeper Train
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Kanchanabur
Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Ayutthaya
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Uncover all the good bits of Vietnam on this ten-day adventure through backstreets, villages, cities and waterways, all with a local leader by your side. Trace the east coast and visit UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscapes while you fuel yourself with banh mi and condensed milk coffee. Try some authentic street food, wave to fishermen on the Mekong Delta and get the inside scoop on the best tailors of Hoi An. Take a motorbike through the ancient streets of Hue and spend a night on Halong Bay. This is an adventure full of life, colour and flavour that introduces you to the highlights of a fascinating nation with a small group of likeminded travellers.
Local culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An
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I truly enjoyed the 2 weeks that I spent in Malaysia, on Borneo at the beginning and on the Malay peninsula at the end. Accommodation was of a high quality with the possible exception being the long house for 1 night in Borneo. There were separate guides in the 2 halves of Malaysia, and both were simply excellent: Aldrin in Borneo and Ant on the peninsula. The trip was mostly at a leisurely pace which is what I like, and there was an ample amount of free time on some days, and that includes 1 total free day at the end on the island of Langkawi. This trip is a new one, and I think it's excellent. I highly recommend it.
Local culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Sandakan, Langkawi, Sepilok, Pen
Sandakan, Langkawi, Sepilok, Penang, Kinabatangan River, Malacca, Kuala Lumpur
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From bustling cityscapes to the blissful countryside to the lush tropical rainforest, this trip showcases the diverse beauty of Malaysia. Across ten days, you’ll learn the local way of life as you journey from a local homestay in Penang to the Ulu Muda Forest and into the Cameron Highlands. You’ll play traditional games with the locals, tuck into a home-cooked dinner and mingle among the street stalls. Trek through the jungle to spot elephants, take a cruise through the wilderness and learn about local fishing traditions – this trip offers culture, nature and wildlife delights all in one!
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay, Lodge, Eco Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Kuala Lumpur, George Town, Teluk
Kuala Lumpur, George Town, Teluk Bahang, Ulu Muda, Cameron Highlands
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