Asia

 An adventure in Asia might find you trekking through a rhododendron forest, paddling a bamboo raft or exploring the jungle aboard an elephant!

Imagine viewing the world's most impressive peaks while mountain biking or hiking along rich, terraced farmlands. An adventure in Asia might find you trekking through a rhododendron forest, paddling a bamboo raft or exploring the jungle aboard an elephant!

Bhutan Trips

Bhutan: Chomolhari Trek

Bhutan: Chomolhari Trek

  • Days: 14
  • Price: $3,999
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 5
  • Activity: Trekking

Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon, is a mystical and medieval kingdom hidden in the eastern Himalaya and we've combined a world-class trek to Chomolhari, the Mountain Goddess, with immersion in a culture unique to Bhutan. View Slideshow

Bhutan: Festivals of the Thunder Dragon

Bhutan: Festivals of the Thunder Dragon

  • Days: 14
  • Price: $3,999
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 2
  • Activity: Hiking, Touring

The medieval kingdom of Bhutan boasts breathtaking natural beauty of sacred mountains, holy lakes, isolated valleys and lush forests. Add to this mix the Buddhist culture that has tenaciously remained largely untouched by the outside world, and it's easy to understand why Bhutan is considered one of the most exclusive destinations on earth. View Slideshow

Cambodia & Laos Trips

Cambodia: Angkor Extension

Cambodia: Angkor Extension

  • Days: 4
  • Price: $500+
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 2
  • Activity: Walking, Hiking

Perfect for trip members interested in extending their Asian adventure, this spectacular temple complex in the jungles of Cambodia is truly one of the manmade wonders of the world. We'll visit Angkor Wat, considered the largest religious structure on Earth, as well as numerous other architecturally and culturally remarkable temples at the site. View Slideshow

Laos & Cambodia Adventure

Laos & Cambodia Adventure

  • Days: 15
  • Price: $2,999
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Hiking, Cycling

Discover the wonders of Indochina as we explore the magical landscapes of Laos and Cambodia on foot and by bike. We'll hike in Laos' protected Nam Ha Conservation Area, spend time visiting with the local minority people and end our trip with three days in unforgettable Angkor. View Slideshow

China Trips

South China Explorer

South China Explorer

  • Days: 14
  • Price: $2,999 Save $400 on Selected Departures!
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Hiking, Cycling

During our active two-week swing through this vast country's captivating southern provinces, we'll gain a firsthand perspective on the abundance of scenic treasures and fascinating people that place China firmly at the top of many adventurous travelers' "must visit" list.

Treasures Of China

Treasures Of China

  • Days: 14
  • Price: $2,999
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Hiking, Cycling

On this ultimate active adventure and cultural tour, you'll travel by bike and on foot to discover two of the most staggering achievements of ancient China: the Great Wall and the terra cotta warriors of Xi'an. View Slideshow

Mongolia Trips

Mongolia Multisport

Mongolia Multisport

  • Days: 12-16
  • Price: $3,599
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Hiking, Horseback Riding, Sea Kayaking, Camel Trekking

New for 2009. From green mountains and grassy steppes to the dunes of the Gobi Desert, Mongolia offers unspoiled landscapes and rich nomadic traditions. We explore its wide open spaces—hiking, sea kayaking, horseback riding, even camel trekking—and visit with remote nomads, members of one of the last horse- and camel-based cultures in the world. View Slideshow

Nepal Trips

Nepal: Annapurna Sanctuary Himalayan Trek

Nepal: Annapurna Sanctuary Himalayan Trek

  • Days: 15
  • Price: $2,299
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 4
  • Activity: Trekking

This classic Himalayan trek is well-known for its stupendous mountain scenery. Choose a spring or fall departure — either way, traversing up through bamboo forests into the mighty amphitheater of the Annapurnas is a "once-in-a-lifetime" experience. View Slideshow

Everest Classic Trek

Everest Classic Trek

  • Days: 19
  • Price: $2,699
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 5
  • Activity: Trekking

Trekking to Everest Base Camp, we'll ascend with our Sherpa staff from 9,200' to 18,190', as verdant valleys give way to the ancient glaciers of the world's tallest mountains. View Slideshow

Nepal's Royal Trek

Nepal's Royal Trek

  • Days: 16
  • Price: $2,499
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3-4
  • Activity: Trekking, Jungle Safari

Discover Nepal's dramatic landscape and diverse cultures from the jungles of the far south to the world's highest mountains in the north. Trek on trails not found in any guidebook; charter helicopter to High Himalayan trekking in the Upper Langtang. View Slideshow

Nepal: Spirit of Everest Trek

Nepal: Spirit of Everest Trek

  • Days: 14
  • Price: $2,399
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3-4
  • Activity: Trekking

On our easiest trek in the Everest region our Sherpa friends guide us on the winding footpaths of the Solu Khumbu, through small villages and rhododendron forests, past ancient monasteries to dramatic views of Mount Everest and a host of the Himalaya's most legendary peaks. View Slideshow

Thailand Trips

Thailand Multisport

Thailand Multisport

  • Days: 9 or 13
  • Price: $1,899
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3-4
  • Activity: Hiking, Cycling, Kayaking

Our active adventure immerses you in the best of this friendly, culturally rich country. Trek through bamboo jungles visiting remote hill-tribe villages, mountain bike past terraced rice paddies and visit an elephant camp and the famed Chiang Dao caves. Extend your trip with a visit to Thailand's exquisite southern beaches. View Slideshow

Vietnam Trips

Vietnam Cycle

Vietnam Cycle

  • Days: 14
  • Price: $2,899
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Cycling

With rice paddies, emerald jungles and white beaches as our backdrop, we cycle 10-60 miles a day from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, replacing old images with new ones of a beautiful country and warm, welcoming people. View Slideshow

Vietnam Pathways

Vietnam Pathways

  • Days: 15
  • Price: $2,999
  • Activity Level: Activity Level 3
  • Activity: Hiking, Sea Kayaking

New for 2009. Our active adventure, new for 2009, blends a unique highland mountain trek with a coastal exploration of three of this captivating country's UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Halong Bay, Hue and Hoi An.

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