Asia

Engage Vietnam with your personal energy. Journey here by kayak, bike and foot to discover the many scenic beauties this land has to offer in its lakes, rice-terraced mountains,...

The Altai is the highest of three major mountain ranges in Mongolia and straddles the Russian and Chinese frontiers in the west. This region of snow-capped mountains and glaciers is...

This trek is a unique cross-cultural experience that is both an educational adventure and a moderate physical challenge, sure to delight your whole family!JOURNEYS’ objective is to make a very...

This is one of the best treks in the world for getting close to very high peaks without going to very high elevations. Explore the Annapurna Conservation Area and enjoy...

This is one of the best treks in the world for getting close to very high peaks without going to very high elevations. Explore the Annapurna Conservation Area and enjoy...

This trek is the classic route that circumnavigates the entire Annapurna Massif. It is the best way to see the Annapurnas up close. Apart from the spectacular mountain scenery, you...

Join Joan Weber and a small group of women travelers for an immersion in traditional Japan at the peak of autumn color. Travel by rail and small vehicle along the...

Travel more deeply into the countryside. You guide leads your trip to the ruins of Bagan, the village flower markets and historical sites of Mandalay and numerous sites in-between...

 Exploring a roadless area of remote northern Burma only recently opened to foreigners. You will have a chance to meet local people of many different ethnic backgrounds, visit their homes,...

Fully experience the Buddhist character, spectacular scenery and ancient trails of Bhutan. Join a small group of trekkers on a trek to a village near the remote Black Mountain. This...

Learn about Bhutan's culture through this non-trekking exploration of its monasteries and museums. Meet Bhutanese in their homes, villages and farms and savor the richness of the Kingdom's natural history....

Experience the most colorful and dramatic events of Bhutanese culture at the famous Tsechus. You will join an expert Bhutanese guide for a guided visit of the villages, valleys, historic...

Savor the full flavor and spirit of ancient and contemporary culture on this in-depth exploration of the great and lesser-known sites around Phnom Penh and Angkor Wat. Also visit Tonle...

Travel with JOURNEYS behind Japan's shiny exterior to the precious calm and simple beauty at her center. Join this special trip during cherry blossom season. In early April...

This unforgettable journey takes you from Hong Kong to Beijing, via the vast southern provinces of Guangxi and Sichuan. Experience a bicycle ride through stunning landscapes near Guilin, view giant...

This is a comprehensive journey through China, taking in the splendors of the south and the historical and natural icons of the north. Beginning in Kunming and continuing to Dali...

Take an unusual journey on China's back roads. Explore hanging temples, ancient grottoes and old walled cities. Visit in many different traditional villages. Enjoy beautiful scenery, delicious local foods, and...

This trek is our interpretation of the classic trek route in Bhutan. Winding its way up through the foothills, up a sheer valley, past ancient monastery fortresses and crossing two...

This is the epic Indochina experience, combining Thailand with Cambodia and Vietnam. After experiencing vibrant Bangkok, fly to Siem Reap, the launching pad for an exploration of the magnificent Angkor...

Cambodia is worth spending more time than just a few days. This trip includes a thorough visit to the ruins of the Siem Reap area, but also includes an exploration...

Nothing stirs images and fantasies of exotic rain forest cultures and wildlife like Borneo. On this trip you will be exploring rich rain forests, the villages of ancient people and...

Our highly-complimented Burmese guides lead your trip to the ruins of Bagan, the markets and historical sites of Mandalay and numerous sites in-between on this exceptionally friendly, non-government, personalized visit....

This twelve day family China trip is guaranteed to impress the whole family by combining China’s must-see sites with the quirky local attractions beloved by local Chinese families. The tour...

If you do not have the time to do the Everest Sherpa Trek, then you can enjoy the same cross-cultural experience in less time on this trek. Or, you may...

Everest offers an enduring experience of natural beauty, geological magnificence and profound cross-cultural discovery. This trek follows much of the same route as the early Everest climbing expeditions, but in...

On this trek, the first week at moderate altitudes allows you more time for acclimatization and conditioning, and places you at the foot of the great Khumbu Valley offering an...

Southern India is a very different world from the North. Life is more laid back and everything seems greener and gentler. Enjoy the picturesque villages, the gracious people and the...

Let India enchant you. Experience the antiquity and diversity of her culture, the hospitality of her people, and the riches of her landscape. Lose yourself in the colors and chaos...

The most privileged visitors to Burma are those who are fortunate enough to share in the excitement and celebration of a festival. We invite you on a journey that takes...

This amazing journey across four countries will give you a remarkable insight into one of the most remarkable and colorful regions of Southeast Asia. Peace and tranquillity have finally come...

Explore a wild corner of China where the three great rivers originating on the Tibetan Plateau cut deep gorges through the eastern Himalayas in one of the most culturally diverse...

Tigers are never easy to see in the wild, but this trip to the greatest tiger sanctuaries of south Asia may be your best chance to not only see tigers,...

This trip is the best way to experience the greatest number of northern India’s ancient sites as you immerse yourself in a variety of historical and cultural adventures and a...

This colorful journey across the Himalaya takes in Nepal, India (Sikkim) and Bhutan. It combines sightseeing in Nepal with an overland journey to the hill stations of Darjeeling and Kalimpong...

This trek allows you to savor some of the best hiking in the world with only a two-week time commitment. Utilizing local lodges, you will experience not only beautiful scenery,...

Join with local villagers and your staff in the planting of pine saplings as part of an ongoing reforestation project in Sirendanda, a village in the middle Himalayan foothills. Here...

Rajasthan, the Land of Kings, is the quintessential Indian state. Walled cities, forts and palaces are dramatic reminders of the rich cultural heritage and history of the region. Amazing legends...

Japan is a country steeped in mythical traditions and modern wonders. This journey uncovers the highlights of this fascinating country. Like the history, the country is varied and diverse: from...

This trip combines the Indus Valley Odyssey with a 10-day trek in the Markha Valley. Begin at Stok Palace, trek through narrow canyons and cross 16,500' Gandha La into the...

On this special departure you will have the opportunity to attend the Hemis Festival, a celebration of the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava, who is believed to have fought off...

If you can only visit Ladakh for a short time, but want a full experience of remote villages, spectacular monasteries, dramatic scenery and unspoiled cultures, this is the right trip....

Savor the crafts, culture and hospitality of Laos with a river trip, visits to ancient temples, a gorgeous palace and traditional villages. This trip includes comfortable hotels and intimate cultural...

Board a local river launch for a comfortably-paced, guided 2-day trip down the Mekong with frequent stops for villages, nature, temples or whatever you fancy. Explore the sites of scenic...

Mongolia is the Montana of Central Asia. Sparsely populated, vast grasslands paint the gently rolling steppes between deserts, high mountains and pristine lakes. This trip savors spectacular and varied environments,...

I invite you to join me and a small JOURNEYS group on a trek in the fabled Kingdom of Mustang timed for the beginning of the harvest season and the ...

Enjoy the mountain scenery, natural history and diverse traditional cultures of Nepal. This program combines three modules-Kathmandu; the ancient villages of the surrounding valley; and an elephant safari in Royal...

This area is one of the world's best places to learn about Tibetan Buddhism. Your Ladakhi guide knows the villagers, teachers and monks you meet along the way. He is...

The best in-depth, contemplation-paced exploration of Buddhist Burma.

This is a remote and little-known trek in central Bhutan with excellent scenery, wilderness and cultural encounters at lower and middle altitudes. Hike through vast forests and remote villages accompanied...

Secrets of Siam will reveal to you what some Thais, but few tourists, know about the great pleasures and treasures of northern Thailand. Choose this trip if you appreciate learning...

Tibet enjoys fame as "The Roof of the World" - and the road from Yunnan to Lhasa is the toughest road in the world, offering surprising views and varied ethnic...

Thailand is a country seeped in ancient traditions, exotic hill tribes nestled among the mountains, tranquil temples, traditional crafts, and modern urban excitement. The variety of cultural influences have blended...

For centuries, traders plied the so-called "Silk Road," a long and hazardous adventure linking the markets of Western Europe to the ancient Chinese capital of Xi’an. This tour retraces part...

A trip to Tibet is not an easy journey - it is an adventure in every sense. Tibet was only opened to tourism in 1985 and the Lhasa-Chengdu highway, enabling...

Join a 12 day pilgrimage to the great monasteries of Lhasa, Gyantse, and Shigatse. See Everest from the north and experience the endless skies of the Tibetan Plateau. This trip...

A trip to Tibet is not an easy journey - it is an adventure in every sense. Tibet was only opened to tourism in 1985 and the Lhasa - Kathmandu...

Ladakh gives visitors the unique experience of high mountain beauty and ancient Tibetan Buddhist spiritual traditions as these customs are carried forward into Tibet’s serene and compassionate present. JOURNEYS has...

First time travelers to Vietnam will find this to be the perfect trip. Starting in Saigon with its bustling streets to Hoi An, the town that is a favorite of...

This is the ultimate Himalayan wildlife trip for photographers and naturalists. Our goal is a quiet exploration of some of the premier natural areas of Nepal, Bhutan and northeast India....

Enjoy eleven fascinating days in China’s most picturesque province, Yunnan. Savor the most stunning scenery and most ethnically diverse population in China. Our Jade Dragon Journey itinerary includes Tiger Leaping...