Tours for Indochina

Get beyond the tourist façade of the countries you visit. Focus on the local culture, past and present, and discover the lifeblood of any country – its people. Discovery and culture tours uncover different ways of life, and offer the opportunity to meet and sometimes stay with local people or tribal groups. Our discovery tours explore cultural sites – both ancient and modern – and help you learn about the people and their culture. Visit the remote tribes of Ethiopia’s Rift Valley, live the nomad life in desert camps or meet the local people of the high Andean altiplano in Peru. There’s no better way to get to the true heart of a country than through its people.

Beyond The Mekong

Tour Map of Beyond The Mekong

This exciting tour uncovers northern Thailand before taking us deep into South-east Asia's lesser-known countries of Laos and Cambodia. We cruise along the Mekong River by slow boat, explore caves and meet welcoming villagers. A trip highlight is the journey into the heart of the Cambodian jungle to explore Angkor, the world's largest ancient temple city.

Great value, reasonable prices, quality experiences. Comfortable and varied tourist-class accommodations chosen for location and character. Mix of public and private transport for the best overall experience. All the top highlights included, plus plenty of time to explore on your own.

The trips we've build our reputation on. Designed for maximum variety, these trips are geared towards travellers searching for a healthy mix of active exploration, uncommon landscapes, amazing wildlife and local cultures.

Cambodia & Laos Mekong Adventure

Tour Map of Cambodia & Laos Mekong Adventure

From Angkor Wat to remote river towns, journey down the Mekong and into the heart and soul of Southeast Asia. Our CEOs will share with you the region’s cultural treasures and natural splendours. Explore the region’s many temples and, if you’re lucky, spot a rare Irrawaddy dolphin. Experience the highlights with a chance to get off the beaten track and explore the remote islands of Don Khong. With local transportation and authentic accommodation—like a rural homestay—this adventure offers an intriguing blend of included activities and free time for personal discovery.

Hidden Treasures of the Mekong

Tour Map of Hidden Treasures of the Mekong

In contrast to those holidays which focus on the buzz, glitz and ultramodern attractions of Asia, this alluring itinerary instead celebrates the spirituality, sublime natural beauty and languid charm of the famous ‘Golden Triangle’ region, where Thailand, Laos and Burma meet. Follow a stay in the delightful surroundings of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai with a short cruise along the mighty Mekong and discovery of two of the world’s great travel icons - Luang Prabang, with its gleaming golden temples, and Angkor, the most extraordinary collection of ancient religious buildings, now many romantically reclaimed by the jungle, with awe-inspiring Angkor Wat at its heart. Just as memorable are the smiling faces and friendly welcomes throughout, and picturesque scenes of rice paddies, lush forested hills and tribal villages.

Beyond the Mekong - Laos and Cambodia

The neighbouring countries of Laos and Cambodia offer a glimpse of SE Asia at its most traditional and intriguing; during the course of this 2 week holiday, through a combination of day walks, jungle treks, river journeys and sightseeing, we'll uncover all the secrets of this tranquil corner of the world. We begin in northern Thailand from where we'll cross the mighty Mekong River and enter Laos. Here we'll enjoy 3 days of walking in the Laotian Highlands. Firstly at Luang Namtha, the homeland of a number of colourful hilltribes, where we will have the chance to meet and experience the distinctive cultures of these fascinating ethnic minorities. At Nam Yat Kola Pa we'll spend a day exploring through immaculate jungle, in search of pristine waterfalls. Next we'll take a traditional long boat journey down river, to our riverside bungalow accommodation at Muang Gnoi, nestled amongst striking limestone outcrops and rice fields. Then it's back to civilisation in Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Luang Prabang is one of most attractive towns in the whole of Laos, mainly due to its interesting blend of buddhist temples, traditional Indochinese and French colonial buildings. Flying south to Siem Reap in Cambodia, the final 3 days of our holiday are spent exploring on foot around the astounding, 1000 year old, temples of Angkor Wat. We will visit all the iconic temples, as well as some of its hidden jewels. A simply unforgettable way to round off our holiday.