Exploring the Heights & Depths of Asia!
Christmas Island is known as one of the most unique dive locations on the planet. With pristine waters, spectacular corals, an awesome drop off and BIG and bountiful marine life, it offers divers an extraordinary experience that will never be forgotten!
With warm 27C waters, visibility often reaching 50 metres, and with over 40 dive locations to choose from, diving on Christmas Island is truly a once in a lifetime experience!
Japanese festivals are traditional festive occasions. Some festivals have their roots in Chinese festivals but have undergone dramatic changes as they mixed with local customs. Some are so different that they do not even remotely resemble the original festival despite sharing the same name and date. Journey with us to uncover Japan’s Spring festivals.
Quito • Baltra • North Seymour • Rabida, Bartoloma • Santa Cruz • Espaola • San Cristobal • Santa FÃ • South Plaza
Amazing wildlife, both on land and in the sea is the draw of the remote Galapagos Islands, and our motor yachts are the ideal vessels in which to explore them. The G.A.P Adventurer V is a comfortable air-conditioned 100-foot motor yacht built to accommodate 20 passengers with double occupancy in suites and twin double cabins with ocean view, air conditioning and private bath. Our clean and comfortable yacht is a Comfort Class boat, staffed …
Journey with us to uncover Japan’s Summer festivals.
Japanese festivals are traditional festive occasions. Some festivals have their roots in Chinese festivals but have undergone dramatic changes as they mixed with local customs. Some are so different that they do not even remotely resemble the original festival despite sharing the same name and date.
The Japanese sure are big on traditional festive occasions. Some festivals have their roots in Chinese festivals but have undergone dramatic changes as they mixed with local customs. Some are so different that they do not even remotely resemble the original festival despite sharing the same name and date. Journey with us to uncover Japan’s Summer festivals.
The Paro Tshechu is the most popular religious festival drawing the largest number of tourists at a single time. The Tshechu offers the opportunity to see and mingle with the Bhutanese as they enjoy themselves in their finest attire after a year’s hard work on the farm.
The unraveling of one of the biggest Thanka or Thongrol (applique religious art) is the…
Thrissur Pooram is the most colourful of all the temple festivals of Kerala. At the heart of the festival are the elephant processions, elephent pageants, fireworks and thousands of devotees. Following the festivities, enjoy a family homestay on Kerala’s famous backwaters where we’ll watch village life slip slowly by and learn the finer art of Kerala cooking.
Tibetan Saga Dawa Festival: May 14 – Jun 03, 2010
An incredible overland journey across the roof of the world to Asia’s most sacred mountain, Kailash, with a side trip to the legendary Everest Base Camp before descending to Kathmandu. Amble through colourful bazaars, see Mt Everest from many different angles, and circumnavigate Mt Kailash, which is said to bring good luck to whomever completes the circuit.
The Saga Dawa Festival celebrates the day Lord Buddha Sakyamuni was born, achieved enlightenment and passed away. For over a thousand years pilgrims flock to Mt Kailash to replace the Tarboche flagpole, a huge pole that stands on the Kailash kora, south of the mountain.
Naadam Festival • Ulaan Baatar • remote monasteries • wilderness camp • Bayan Gobi dunes • Khogno Khan • Karakorum • Khovsgol Lake • camel riding
A special trip to the land of Ghengis Khan where archery, horse races and Mongolian wrestling excite the country during the Naadam Festival! Beyond the festivities of the “three manly games”, get out and explore the city of Ulaan Baatar and lush green countryside, which is dotted with ancient monasteries.
India’s largest annual festival is a colourful spectacle. Hundreds of thousands of devotees haul gigantic chariots through the main street of Puri. The air is filled with the rhythmic clang of metal gongs, blowing of conch shells and trumpets, and chanting of holy men. There is much more to explore – discover the magic of Puri’s beaches, the charm of Chilika …
An incredible journey to the land of blue skies, green hills and nomadic people. A trip that takes us from the capital, Ulaan Baatar, to the vast countryside of endless steppes, lakes and deserts. This special departure combines the 2008 solar eclipse with a land of timeless beauty. A once in a lifetime event!
Celebrate the birthday of Lord Ganesh. Spectacular processions, music and dancing are all part of this exciting festival. Balance all of this merriment with a visit to the fantastic World Heritage Ajanta and Ellora Caves, where you will discover ancient cave temples dedicated to Buddhist, Jain and Hindu gods.
Delhi Old City walk • Chandni Chowk • Jama Masjid • Gurdwara SisGanj • Connaught Place • Pushkar Camel Fair • Hawa Mahal • Amber Fort
Witness one of India’s largest and most colourful livestock and religious festivals. Thousands of people from rural India flock to Pushkar during the fair and around 50,000 camels are sold, decorated, shaved and raced. After the festivities, relax in a 16th century castle and explore small villages.
On this short cultural tour, we catch a glimpse of this beautiful Himalayan kingdom still holding onto her traditions and customs.
Guarded by towering mountains and covered with thick primeval forests, Bhutan will enchant you with her natural beauty and the spiritual generosity of her people will astound you…
Bangkok • Chiang Mai, trekking, remote hilltribes, cycling • Ayuthaya • Erawan National Park • Kanchanaburi • Ao Nang • Krabi, sea kayaking on Andaman Sea
USD $1,399 per person
Tour prices DO NOT include international airfare & airport taxes.
The best way to appreciate paradise is to jump straight into…
We begin this journey in the vibrant city of Tokyo. The kids will get a real blast from the Toshiba Science Museum followed by a sense of the mighty Sumo when we visit the Sumo museum with the hope of a glimpse of a sumo training stable. The following day we venture to Tokyo Disneyland.…
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Christmas Island is most commonly known for the annual Red Crab Migration and the spawning of these land crabs after the first rains in November/December each year. Whale Sharks also appear at this time feeding on plankton and the baby red crab larvae …
This 14D adventure takes place off the beaten trail in the Sikkim-Himalayas, the epitome of the world’s mountains, encompasses a wonderland which for sheer beauty and magnificence remains unbeaten elsewhere on the globe.
The Sikkim-Himalayas, the epitome of the world’s mountains, encompasses a wonderland which for sheer beauty and magnificence remains unbeaten elsewhere on the globe.
10D Japan Spring Festivals from Apr 11-20, 2010.
From Buddhist monks of Koyasan to the high rollers of Tokyo, this adventure will show you many faces of Nippon. Feast on multi-course traditional Japanese meals and simple but flavorsome bowls of noodles. Drink sake while watching the sun set over the torii gate of Miyajima, and soak your well deserved bones in a natural onsen, or hot spring. For a quick-tempo taste of many things Japanese during this beautiful time of year, this is your trip.
Parc National des Volcans • Gorilla Trekking Parc National des Volcans • Nyungwe Forest • Chimpanzee Trekking • Kigali City Tour & Genocide Museum
A day of trekking gives us the opportunity to spot chimpanzees, black and white colobus monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys and much more!
We also spend a day trekking to see endangered mountain gorillas in Parc National des Volcans and the time we spend with these gentle giants is sure not to leave us unchanged. There are no words that can accurately describe the point in time when humans come face to face with the gorillas; words cannot really describe such an overwhelming experience.
Gorilla Trekking Parc National des Volcans • Kigali City Tour & Genocide Museum • Tarangire National Park • Ngorongoro Conservation Area • Ngorongoro Crater • Lake Eyasi • Masai Village • Lake Manyara National Park • Hadzabe Bushmen • Serengeti National Park
USD $7,410 per person (twin-share)
Tour prices DO NOT include international airfare and taxes.
This is a collection of fascinating primate experiences like none other, as we explore Rwanda and Uganda. Against the backdrop of the spectacular Virunga volcanoes in the Parc National des Volcans, we undertake two treks: one to visit families of mountain gorillas and one to seek out the rare Golden Monkeys.
Gorilla Trekking – Parc National des Volcans • Golden Monkey Trekking • Gorilla Trekking – Bwindi Forest • Queen Elizabeth National Park • Kazinga Channel Launch Trip • Chimpanzee Habituation Day
This is a collection of fascinating primate experiences like none other, as we explore Rwanda and Uganda. Against the backdrop of the spectacular Virunga volcanoes in the Parc National des Volcans, we undertake two treks: one to visit families of mountain gorillas and one to seek out the rare Golden Monkeys …
Parc National des Volcans • Gorilla Trekking Parc National des Volcans • Nyungwe Forest • Chimpanzee Trekking • Kigali City Tour & Genocide Museum
A day of trekking gives us the opportunity to spot chimpanzees, black and white colobus monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys and much more!
We also spend a day trekking to see endangered mountain gorillas in Parc National des Volcans and the time we spend with these gentle giants is sure not to leave us unchanged. There are no words that can accurately describe the point in time when humans come face to face with the gorillas; words cannot really describe such an overwhelming experience.
Parc National des Volcans • Gorilla Trekking Parc National des Volcans •
Kigali City Tour & Genocide Museum
We spend a day trekking to see endangered mountain gorillas in Parc National des Volcans and the time we spend with these gentle giants is sure not to leave us unchanged. There are no words that can accurately describe the point in time when humans come face to face with the gorillas; words cannot really describe such an overwhelming experience.
Beijing • Forbidden City • Great Wall • Xi’an • Terracotta Warriors • Lhasa • Potala Palace • Jokhang Temple • Gyantse • Shigatse • Tashilhunpo Monastery • Sakya • Saga • Darchen • Mount Kailash • Lake Manasarovar • Everest Base Camp • Rombuk • Nyalam • Kathmandu
An incredible overland journey from Beijing, through the grasslands of central China and across the roof of the world to Asia’s most sacred mountain, Kailash – a completed kora cleanses the sins of a lifetime. Add a side trip to the legendary Everest Base Camp for a stunning view before descending to Kathmandu.
Beijing • Lhasa • Gyantse • Yamdrok Lake • Shigatse
Explore the Tibetan heartland on this truly memorable journey. Spend some time taking in the sights of the historic capital of Lhasa. Gaze up at the Potala Palace, an architectural wonder, and discover Buddhist culture and traditions that have remained largely unchanged by the passage of time. Look for the magnificent Kumbum of Gyantse and ornate reliquary stupas at Tashilumpo. Marvel at the spectacular scenery of 5000m passes, turquoise lakes, snow capped mountains and the mighty Brahmaputra River on the way to Gyantse and the Monastic complexes in Shigatse for a very special insight into the treasures of Tibet.
Kunming • Dali • Lijiang • Minority People • Zhongdian • Shangri-la • Lhasa • Potala Palace • Jokhang Temple • Gyantse • Shigatse • Sakya • Rombuk Monastery • Everest Base Camp • Zhangmu • Kathmandu
The incredible scenery of Mt Everest and rich religious history of the region make this trip a true adventure. As we pass through remote areas including mountain passes reaching altitudes of over 5000 metres, we mingle with locals, shop in colourful bazaars and visit sacred religious sites along the way.
Beijing • Great Wall, Xi’an • Lhasa • Chengdu • Yangtze River • Three Gorges • Zhujiajiao • Shanghai
Explore the incredible historical and cultural highlights of China and Tibet. Walk in the footsteps of ancient ancestors along the archeological feat of the Great Wall of China. Stand in the renowned Tiananmen Square and enter into The Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven.
In Tibet, embark on a journey to the highest region on earth, with an elevation of 4,900 meters (16,000 ft). Often referred to as the “roof of the world,” Tibet presents a fascinating culture based in spirituality and nature. From the exquisite temples and monasteries to the Yangtze River and adorable Pandas, this adventure will satisfy all your cultural cravings.
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