Small Group Tours to Asia & the Far East
Discover remote lands of rich tradition, abiding spirituality, and deeply hospitable people. On our distinctive small group journeys to Asia, we encounter ancient sites from Almaty to Angkor Wat, explore the cutting-edge cities of Tokyo and Singapore, encounter the mystical (pilgrims convening along the Ganges in Varanasi) and the marvelous (cruising on Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay), and everywhere, enjoy first-rate accommodations. Our small group size unlocks enduring cultural encounters – cooking classes, calligraphy workshops, a falconry demonstration in Kazakhstan, sunrise alms-giving with a group of Laotian monks – while also allowing us to move nimbly through the many world-renowned sightseeing destinations in this part of the world.
2026 Itinerary 13 days
Insider’s Japan
2026
Post-Tour Extension: Hiroshima: City of Peace
It’s a land of delicate art and bustling commerce, of rich traditions and dizzying modernity; a jumble of sights, sounds, and tastes that for visitors are truly foreign – and truly fascinating. This well-crafted tour features the highlights of Tokyo and Kyoto, engages us in local life, and takes us off the beaten path to the lovely historic cities of Takayama and Kanazawa.
From
$7,684
15 days
Journey through Vietnam
Post-Tour Extension: Cambodia: Angkor Wat & Phnom Penh
In a land of breathtaking natural beauty, abiding tradition, and profoundly hospitable people, rewards abound for the thoughtful traveler. And in our flexible and congenial small group we encounter rewards aplenty on this comprehensive journey featuring all the highlights, plus the beautiful, remote Mekong Delta, where we spend two days.
From
$4,797
New Destination: Chiang Mai 19 days
Southeast Asia Odyssey
Post-Tour Extension: Singapore
On an engaging journey through four unique Southeast Asian nations, we gain an appreciation for the diversity of this most intriguing region. Exploring Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand, our small group encounters sublime natural beauty, explores spectacular ruins, and mingles with gracious local people.
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$7,997
17 days
Mystical India
With Ranthambore Tiger Preserve
Post-Tour Extension: Nepal
Mystical and spiritual, chaotic and confounding, India overflows with riches. While staying at excellent hotels, we travel the classic Golden Triangle: bustling Delhi; Agra, home of the sublime Taj Mahal; and Jaipur, the "Pink City." We also search for elusive Bengals in Ranthambore, and absorb the holiness of Varanasi.
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$6,287
17 days
Along Central Asia’s Silk Road
Traveling the ancient Silk Road route connecting East and West, we encounter a mélange of culture and religion, art and architecture that conjures tales of trade and treasure, intrigue and empire. On this exciting small group journey, we relish the unfamiliar – and embrace the humanity we share with the people of Central Asia.
From
$7,594
