Asia Adventure Tours
We are at home in the Himalayas and all of Asia. Our trips emphasize nature, outdoor activities, and cross-cultural experiences rather than shopping, big cities, or luxury resort experiences. Since our first Mount Everest Trek in 1978, Journeys has been building relationships with Asian guides and leaders to enable our travelers to enjoy their Asia trip with a confident sense of family friendship.
We offer group and individual guided treks, nature and culture tours, photo safaris, vehicle explorations, and in-depth adventures in Nepal, China, Bhutan, India, Ladakh, Burma (Myanmar), Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysian Borneo, Indonesia, and other areas of Central Asia. We were the first company to establish completely private trips in Burma. We can help you find tigers, rhinos, and orangutans in the wild and in nature reserves. Circumnavigate Kailash, Annapurna, or Swaymabhunath. Meditate in Leh, Angkor Wat, or Mandalay.
Our services cover all activity levels, travel interests, and accommodation preferences. We have lots of personal experiences, trip reviews, and references to help you benefit from our assistance. Trust, confidence, and personal relationships are the keys to your successful Journeys trip in Asia. We want to share our experience and our cherished relationships with you.
Customize Your Dream Adventure
We are here to help craft tailor-made adventures for individuals, couples, families, and groups of explorers.
Big Five of India
Explore Manas and Kanha's wildlife parks in search of India's Big Five; discover Kolkata, the city of joy; and more on this amazing wildlife safari with senior naturalist guide Avi Sarkhel.
From $7225 Per Person
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Views, Valleys, and Visions
On this ten-day immersion in Buddhist culture, you may catch glimpses of the forest spirits, the grazing takin, or at least a musk deer, bearded vulture, or black-necked crane. Includes optional hike hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery.
From $4700 Per Person
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Palaces and Pagodas
Experience the serenity and Buddhist character of Laos with a personal guide and comfortable accommodations.
From $2500 Per Person
Gentle
Nepal Namaste!
This is an expertly-guided, flexible exploration for non-hikers who enjoy wildlife, ancient traditions, spiritual discovery, and beautiful mountain scenery.
From $4554 Per Person
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Secrets of Siam
Appreciate the the beauty and serenity of Buddhist Thailand from lovely eco-lodges in the northern hill country.
From $3445 Per Person
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Fall Festivals of Bhutan
The Great Tsechu is the cornerstone event of a guided exploration featuring festivals and rituals, Himalayan views, and encounters with remarkable people. Trip fills quickly so we recommend booking early.
From $5570 Per Person
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Black Mountain Trek
Experience the Buddhist character, spectacular scenery, and ancient trails of Bhutan. After a warm-up hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery, trek to remote villages with several Monpa tribe encounters along the way. This is one of the easiest and least frequented treks in Bhutan.
From $6025 Per Person
Challenging
Annapurna Lodge Trek
Hike the scenic foothills beneath towering Annapurna, spending comfortable nights in cozy, hospitable guest houses along your trail. Porters carry your gear.
From $4425 Per Person
Challenging
Enchanted China
This itinerary includes the absolute must-see's as well as fun activities and whimsical attractions! Visit the Giant Pandas in Chengdu. See the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an. Hike the Great Wall.
From $4255 Per Person
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Ladakh Indus Valley Odyssey
This non-trekking trip goes deep into the culture and Buddhist heritage of Ladakh. You'll be welcomed in the homes of your guide's family. This is a very personalized visit to a hospitable, little-known, part of the planet.
From $4085 Per Person
Vigorous
Black-Necked Crane Festival
Celebrate with locals at this autumn festival timed for the annual crane migration. The trip is about art, beauty, revelry, and understanding the Buddhist spirit of Bhutan.
From $5015 Per Person
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Buddhist Valleys of Bhutan
This is a very personally- and compassionately-guided, non-trekking exploration of villages, monuments, and scenic sacred monasteries of the last Buddhist Kingdom.
From $3865 Per Person
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Family-friendly Japan
Japan is a spectacular dynamic destination for the entire family. Experience the profound traditions and the 21st century energy. Join a group in summer or visit on your dates. Early April is cherry blossom time!
From $5700 Per Person
Gentle
Classic and Festive Japan
Take in Japan's highlights and contrasts, and meet the Japanese as they welcome you with open arms. If you go in May, you'll witness Aoi Matsuri, and elaborate festival in Kyoto showcasing hundreds of people in grand imperial court costume.
From $7400 Per Person
Gentle
Splendors of Serendib
This is a fantastic overview of culture and history. Explore ancient cities, the roots of Buddhism, the tea-covered hill country, fantastic beaches, and exemplary wildlife sanctuaries on this beautiful isle in the Indian Ocean.
From $4370 Per Person
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Wild and Sacred Sanctuaries
Maximize your experience with the nature and wildlife of Sri Lanka. Seek out elephants, monkeys, langurs, sloth bear, leopards, samburs and many other mammals, as well as endemic bird and plant life in some of Asia's best sanctuaries. Visit cultural highlights as well.
From $4595 Per Person
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In Search of the Snow Leopard
Naturalist-guides have been monitoring a particular Snow Leopard population in Ladakh. Observing and photographing these Snow Leopards will be the main goal of this trip. Spot other mammals and birds as well, and enjoy traditional Ladakhi hospitality.
From $6385 Per Person
Demanding
Kathmandu Ridgetop Trek
The north rim of the Kathmandu Valley offers a little known window to the highest peaks from relatively easy trails at modest altitudes. Routes are easily accessible from Kathmandu without flights or long drives. Visit a variety of cultural groups in their middle hill villages.
From $4045 Per Person
Vigorous
North India Treasures
This is the India of our imagination; the grace and magnificence of the Taj Mahal, the cultural grandeur or Rajasthan, and the vibrancy of Mumbai.
From $4945 Per Person
Gentle
South India Treasures
A lovely overview of the gentler, greener, southern half of India. Focus on the cultural and natural highlights of the states of Tamil Nadu and Karala. Experience safari, village life, and artistry.
From $4830 Per Person
Gentle
Nature & Cultures of Northern Thailand
Enjoy a very personal exploration of the cultures and natural environments of northern Thailand. This is an active, flexible itinerary made all the more wonderful by the personal hosting at two of Thailand's most unique, most lovingly-run, eco-lodges.
From $3395 Per Person
Active
Ultimate Mongolia with Naadam Festival
Outstanding leadership, scenery, accommodations, and a celebration of Mongolian culture and rituals. The Naadam Festival will be a highlight, with its great displays of horsemanship, wrestling, and pageantry. Nothing else like it on the planet!
From $6210 Per Person
Active
Captivating Cambodia
Discover the enduring wonders of Angkor Wat and the unfailing hospitality of Buddhist people successfully emerging from a tragic twentieth-century history.
From $2685 Per Person
Gentle
Taj Mahal, Temples, and Tigers
The perfect India trip for travelers looking to experience both the natural and cultural highlights of India. Explore the cultural riches of Delhi, Jaipur, and Khajuraho and search for wildlife at three fantastic parks.
From $4850 Per Person
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A Taste of Mongolia
A short tour that still covers all the must-see landscapes of this beautiful and sparsely populated country. Meet the friendly, but shy nomadic locals that make their homes in traditional gers as they tend to the livestock and admire the beauty of the country from the vast grasslands to the lush green mountains at Terelj and Hustai National Parks, plus look for dinosaur bones in the barren Gobi Desert at the Flaming Cliffs.
From $5345 Per Person
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Ancient Arts and Temple Gardens of Japan
We've taken the original and very popular Classic and Festive Japan itinerary and tweaked it for those interested in exploring more of the arts, crafts, and gardens that Japan is famous for. Your adventure takes you from vibrant Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and scenic Lake Ashinoko in Hakone, then to the old capital of Kyoto via bullet train.
From $8000 Per Person
Gentle
Discover South Korea
A superbly guided exploration of the most venerated, significant and impressive cultural, religious and historical sites of South Korea. Explore Seoul, Gyeonju, Jeju, Busan and the DMZ, learning about the unique aspects of Korean culture and history. Gain a personally-guided insight into the spirit and energy of contemporary Korean society.
From $4485 Per Person
Gentle
Everest Base Camp Trek
The Everest region offers an enduring experience of geological magnificence and profound cross-cultural discovery. This trek may be the most extraordinary and enlightening experience of your lifetime.
From $6900 Per Person
Demanding
Mekong Luxury River Cruise
Your Mekong adventure begins with a visit to bustling Saigon, where you spend time exploring the city and visiting the historical Cu Chi Tunnels. From here, board a luxurious boat and cruise along the Mekong where you get insight into the lives of the people who live along the banks and on the river. End in Siem Reap, where you visit the ancient ruins of the Angkor period. You'll travel on the luxurious Jahan Boat, which combines old-fashioned elegance with modern comfort.
From $5980 Per Person
Gentle
Mekong River Cruise
Enjoy eight days cruising on the Jayavarman and explore the Cu Chi Tunnels and Angkor Temples ruins.
From $4700 Per Person
Gentle
Nepal Family Adventure
See Nepal like you’ve never seen it before, with school visits, rafting, wildlife safaris, elephant encounters, ancient village visits and optional trekking.
From $2750 Per Person
Active
Sri Lanka in a Week
This is a fantastic overview of culture and history. Explore ancient cities, the roots of Buddhism, the tea-covered hill country, fantastic beaches, and exemplary wildlife sanctuaries on this beautiful isle in the Indian Ocean.
From $4025 Per Person
Active
Tibetan Treasures
Satisfy your curiosity about Tibet on this 11-day journey that will fill your spiritual well and leave you wanting more. With visits to Tibetan cities, countrysides, villages, and mountains, plus palaces, monasteries, and handicraft centers, this trip is a cultural, scenic, and engaging feast for the senses.
From $4370 Per Person
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Trek to Sacred Chomolhari
Trek through ancient mountain battlegrounds of warrior monks whose legends still echo in deep glacial valleys, never-conquered peaks, and dense, dark forests.
From $5085 Per Person
Demanding
Silk Road through the Stans
Travel overland through four countries: Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. Spectacular Islamic architecture will take your breath away on visits to many mosques and mausoleums. Learn how history has unfolded and traditions have persisted in these unique countries, from the days of the silk road through the confederation and dissolution of the Soviet Union, and continuing today. Find deeper understanding of the crossroads between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe on this epic journey.
From $5290 Per Person
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Festive Journey through Tibet
Satisfy your curiosity about Tibet on this festive 12-day journey that will fill your spiritual well and leave you wanting more. Schedule your dates around the festivities of summer's Damar festival, visit palaces and monasteries, and enjoy wonderful cultural interaction. Cross city, village, countryside, and mountain terrain on a scenic and engaging feast for the senses.
From $5115 Per Person
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Angkor Wat Odyssey
Immerse yourself in the history and beauty of the temple ruins at Angkor Wat. Also float on Tonle Sap, and continue to the capital of Phnom Penh (if you wish).
From $2475 Per Person
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Savoring Southeast Asia
This is a comprehensive overview of four countries: Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. Packed full of a wide variety of cultural, historical, and recreational activities, Savoring Southeast Asia is perfect for the traveler who is interested in "sampling" every aspect of each country.
From $5040 Per Person
Gentle
Highlights of Southeast Asia
This trip is a comprehensive overview of three countries: Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. It's a wonderful option for those interested in a cultural, historical, and recreational sampling of Southeast Asia. From visiting UNESCO World Heritages sites such as Angkor Wat to sleeping on a "junk" in Halong Bay, the variety of this itinerary will surely keep you on your toes.
From $3825 Per Person
Active
Vivid Vietnam
Travel to Vietnam's most beautiful sites with an expert local guide and learn a very personal story about history, cultures, and hope.
From $3905 Per Person
Gentle
Meandering the Mekong
Demystify the Mekong by floating along a very scenic stretch and then explore the charming city of Luang Prabang in Laos.
From $3035 Per Person
Gentle
Cultural Journey to the Kullu Dussehra Festival
Travel to the spectacular Kullu Dussehra Festival in Himachal Pradesh. En route, discover the heart of India's spiritual traditions, savor local flavors, encounter wildlife on a jeep safari, and explore the rich culture of remote Himalayan villages.
From $7375 Per Person
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