all asia trips

Come experience the wild side of Borneo! Cruising in style aboard the Orion II you will have the chance to explore some of Southeast Asia's most pristine National parks, including one of the natural wonders of the world: Tanjung Puting - the largest and most diverse protected coastal tropical heath and peat swamp forest.

Comprised of Malaysia and Indonesia, Borneo is home to the world's oldest tropical rain forests and is one of the largest islands in Southeast Asia. This adventure from Sabah to Bali, will provide fantastic exploration of Borneo's most exciting biodiversity hot spots.

Diversity is one of those eco hip words that implies much and tells little, until the full implications are revealed on this amazing Borneo journey.

Explore the wonders of Borneo through a tour of their most prized National Parks. From Pulau Tiga "Three Islands" home to some of the best snorkeling, to Tanjung Datu National Park at the westernmost tip of the Datu Peninsula, you will experience spectacular wildlife and some of the most interesting natural features within Borneo's boarders.

This itinerary is unique as the cultures are disassociated by faiths and history. From the fascination of Japan and its Ryukyu Islands we travel south to the Spanish-American influenced Philippines, then onto the cultural melting pot of Kota Kinabalu. A mixture of many different races and ethnicities.

On this 11 day journey through Japan’s life blood - the Sea of Japan, experience the cultures, art and cuisine that make this region truly exceptional. With a coastline longer than the United States and 6,852 islands, with only 426 inhabited, you can appreciate the logistical complexities that are overcome through traveling by a ship such as Orion II.

Journey in luxury aboard Orion II to the sparsely inhabited Kuril Islands - the forgotten Russia. While each island has something different to offer, you will see that they all commonly marvel in culture, beauty and intriguing wildlife.

Traveling between Bangkok, Thailand and Vietnam this cruise will grant you the exploration of the regions most impressive temples, gardens and sanctuaries.

Although many westerners still imagine Vietnam through the lens of war, it is in reality a country filled with captivating natural beauty and tranquil village life.

This 7 night exploration of the coastlines and islands of Malaysia and Thailand provides the opportunity to experience both traditional and modern Asia from a different perspective, often far away from the crowds.

An epic small ship cruise voyage that includes Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar and India. This Southeast Asian journey is rich in cultural treasures, colonial history, Buddhist and Hindu temples and lush tropical flora. Your Exploration Leaders will be on hand to enrich your understanding of the diverse cultures that developed along the waterways of the region.

Join your hosts, Dick and Leslie West, for our final world cruise through the Spice Islands of Indonesia. Visit pink sandy beaches and Komodo dragons, an orangutan sanctuary and a sultan’s palace. Learn the history of the islands, watch dance performances and explore an Indonesian marketplace before ending in Singapore.

Cruise along the coast of the Indian sub-continent, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. Immerse in a cultural melting pot: Indian, English, Portuguese, French and Dutch flavorings remain in the form of language, architecture and religion. In the Maldives, you’ll have ample opportunity to explore the surrounding waters’ abundant marine life and secluded beaches.