"Own only what you can carry with you; let your memory be your travel bag."
(Alexander Solzhenitsyn)

 

TRIP STYLES


GRASSROOTS

You wish to explore with the use of basic facilities but with a minimum amount of hassle? This style will give you the opportunity to appreciate traveling by public transport but with the security and assistance of a local tour leader. Traveling with locals and with the opportunity for homestays, you will be able to share your experiences with and meet local inhabitants, bringing you a richer cultural experience in return. You will also have plenty of free time at each location for independent exploration.

Included : All transportation, accommodation and entrance fees listed in the itinerary in addition to some meals.

Transport : With the exception of flights, a number of transport options are available including walking, cycling, elephant trekking, cyclo, moto-dop, tuk-tuk, private minibus, pick-up truck, train, public bus and boat.

Accommodation : Twin share in fan room (with private facilities most of the time) in guesthouses and simple hotels. Homestay can be on multi-share basis with very basic share facilities. Second-class sleepers in overnight trains.

Single supplement : Available for the nights in hotels and guesthouse. Please be aware that the nights in homestay are always on multi-share basis.


GREEN CARD

You would like to discover a country in backpacker style and interact with the locals without missing the most important sites. These trips give you the opportunity to meet local people, to experience the culture and tradition of the country or to share a real life experience at a home stay. You will also be taken to the main attractions of the country with the assistance of your local tour leader.

Included : All transportation, accommodation and entrance fees listed in the itinerary in addition to some meals.

Transport : With the exception of flights, a number of transport options are available including walking, cycling, elephant trekking, cyclo, moto-dop, tuk-tuk, private minibus, pick-up truck, train, public bus and boat.

Single supplement : Available for the nights in hotels and guesthouse. Please be aware that the nights in homestay are always on multi-share basis.

 
Accommodation
Twin share in fan rooms, most of the time with private facilities, in guesthouses and simple hotels. Homestay can be on multi-share basis with very basic share facilities. Second-class sleepers in overnight trains.
Twin share in aircon rooms with private facilities in simple hotels. Homestay can be on multi-share basis with very basic share facilities. Second-class sleepers in overnight trains.

GREEN PATH

You are looking for a way to combine culture and activity, as well as travelling off the beaten track to meet people in their daily life while reducing the amount of CO2 emissions? So ride your bike or wear your hiking shoes and travel in the company of a friendly group. You will have an experienced guide who will take care of any requirements and ensure that you have a pleasant holiday.

Included : Rental bikes and all accommodation (guesthouses and home stay), most of the meals and entrance fees listed in the itinerary.

Transport : Mainly cycling or walking accompanied by a support vehicle, but also elephant trekking, cyclo, moto-dop, tuk-tuk, private minibus, pick-up truck, train, public bus and boat. There are NO flights included.

Single supplement : Available for the nights in hotels and guesthouse. Please be aware that the nights in homestay are always on multi-share basis.

 
Accomodation Twin share in aircon rooms with private facilities in simple hotels. Homestay can be on multi-share basis with very basic share facilities. Second-class sleepers in overnight trains Twin share in cosy rooms in 2-3 star hotels. Homestay can be on multi-share basis with very basic share facilities. Twin share in stylish & comfortable rooms with plenty of amenities in nice 3-4 star hotels.

GREEN SETTING

You enjoy taking in the sights and learning about local culture and tradition but would like some relaxing moments where you can escape the buzz of the daily life in comfort? We will utilise our experience to ensure you receive well-organised excursions and soothing accommodation to remove the fatigue of the day.

Included : Comfortable transportation and all accommodation in tasteful hotels, most of the meals and entrance fees listed in the itinerary.

Transport : With the exception of flights, a number transport options are available including walking, cycling, elephant trekking, cyclo, tuk-tuk, private minibus, train, public bus and boat.

Single supplement : Always available.

 
Accomodation Twin share in attractive rooms in 2-3 star hotels Twin share in stylish & comfortable rooms in nice 3-4 star hotels. Twin share in beautiful spacious room in luxury 4-5 star hotels.

INDEPENDENT

This style gives you the opportunity of designing your own itinerary and/or extending your trip with 1 day excursions or more. You can book any number of short excursions in Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos which are listed in our 'Short Excursions' section - please visit for more details. On request, we will be happy to help you arrange bookings for hotels in and transportation to and from each region.

Included : Some accommodation and main transportation as well as the assistance of a leader. Any additional services may be provided on request.

Transport : With the exception of flights, there are a number of transport options including walking, cycling, elephant trekking, cyclo, moto-dop, tuk-tuk, private minibus, pick-up truck, train, public bus and boat.

Single supplement : Available for the nights in hotels and guesthouse. Please be aware that the nights in homestay are always on multi-share basis.

Hotel rank
Description
Luxurious Sumptuous rooms of high-standing in legendary hotels
Prestigious Splendid stylish rooms in smart hotels
Delightful Nice & comfortable rooms in pleasant hotels
Cosy Charming & attractive rooms in friendly hotels
Basic Clean & functional rooms in simple hotels
Budget Rustic & convivial rooms in welcoming guesthouses

SCHEDULED TOURS

If you enjoy the friendly atmosphere of a group tour, our scheduled tours give you the opportunity to meet and travel with people from different areas, as well as mixing with native people. In the company of one of our well-informed local tour leaders, you will visit the stunning highlights of Indochina as well as discovering some of the remoter areas, where you will be able to increase your knowledge of native culture and tradition. We travel in a group of 10 persons only as from experience, this holds a strong dynamic.

Included : All transportation, accommodation and entrance fees listed in the itinerary in addition to some meals.

Transport : With the exception of flights, a number of transport options are available including walking, cycling, elephant trekking, cyclo, moto-dop, tuk-tuk, private minibus, pick-up truck, train, public bus and boat.

Accommodation : Twin share in fan room and aircon rooms (with private facilities most of the time) in guesthouses and simple hotels. Homestay can be on multi-share basis with very basic share facilities. Second-class sleepers in overnight trains.

Single supplement : Available for the nights in hotels and guesthouse. Please be aware that the nights in homestay are always on multi-share basis.


TAILOR MADE

Group travel is not your style, you prefer to be more flexible but you like to start on a well-organised itinerary? Most of all, you require the assistance of local professionals to prepare your trip, to guide you on site and to share with you their knowledge and experience of their country?

Don't hesitate to contact us regarding your requirements. We will utilise our experience to ensure you receive the best advice available, thus providing you with an unforgettable vacation.

 
 
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