A Sneak Peek at Our New Guaranteed Departure Programs for 2021/22

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With our borders still closed to foreign arrivals but all restrictions lifted within, our teams have taken the opportunity to dedicate their time & focus fully on crafting new immersive and active travel products. We are proud to announce that as a result they have been able to design & trial 8 brand new guaranteed departure tours to Southeast Asia for 2021 & 2022!
As our first  3 Seat-in-Coach programs were entirely geared towards cycling, we’ve focussed for our new programs on hiking, multi-sport and more soft-adventure programs, geared towards satisfying a larger variety of travel styles. As usual, nature and interactions with local communities have been the redlining throughout all itineraries.
Full marketing materials and documentation are still in the works but nevertheless we’d already wanted to offer you a sneak peek into what’s coming 😉

Program 1: Cambodian Immersion from Angkor to Battambang (10D/9N)

SIEM REAP – PHNOM KULEN – BANTEAY CHHMAR – BATTAMBANG – SIEM REAP

  • Discover the Angkor Archaelogical Park on foot, following the ancient jungle trails
  • Explore Phnom Kulen National Park and learn the history of the great Khmer Empire immersed by nature
  • Visit exotic waterfalls and learn about Cambodian flora and fauna
  • Stay overnight in 2 different homestays, and enjoy friendly local hospitality
  • Visit Banteay Chhmar for a community-based tourism experience, and explore a lesser-seen side of Cambodia to learn about and support the local community 
  • Discover Battambang by bicycle, exploring its beautiful countryside and colonial buildings
  • Learn about and taste the local food by participating in an interactive cooking class  

  • Visit Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital, exploring the main cultural sights and Silk Island
  • Experience a night in a local homestay on a peaceful island in the Mekong River where time stands still
  • Discover Cambodia’s lesser-seen eastern region, visiting Ratanakiri Province and its hidden treasures
  • Hike to a local village located in a remote area outside Ban Lung at the border with Virachey National Park, and meet with residents to discover their culture, traditions and way of life
  • Visit Preah Vihear Temple & Angor Wat, UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Discover the Angkor Archaeological Park on foot, following an ancient jungle trail, stopping to visit some of the most significant temples
  • Visit Phnom Kulen National Park and learn the history of the Khmer Empire
  • Explore Prek Toal, the largest floating village on Tonle Sap Lake, and enjoy a local lunch in a floating house

Program 3: Myanmar, an Authentic Journey off the Beaten Path (11D/10N)

YANGON – BAGAN – KALAW – INLE LAKE – YANGON

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  • Experience Morning Alms donation, a traditional daily event where locals donate food to the monks in exchange for blessings 
  • Leave the beaten path in Yangon, and avail various means of local transportation, including the iconic Circular Train, a thriswa, and travel by foot to visit local markets, temples & hidden alleys, concluding with the impressive Shwedagon Pagoda
  • Discover many of the impressive ancient temples and the unique countryside of Bagan on foot and by bicycle, moving at a slower pace 
  • Explore the Shan State on foot with a 3D/2N trek, crossing the colorful countryside passing through small villages to learn about Burmese rural life by immersing in local culture 
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Shan State and embrace the surrounding nature 
  • Relish the unique opportunity to experience overnight stays in 2 different monasteries, to enjoy an inside perspective on Buddhist culture
  • Discover Inle Lake by boat, visiting the floating gardens, fishing villages and stilted houses 
  • Meet with local fishermen to learn traditional agricultural techniques on Inle Lake’s shores and understand more about local culture and lifestyle 

Program 4: Thailand the Active Way from Bangkok to Chiang Mai (10D/9N)

BANGKOK – CHIANG MAI – CHIANG DAO – AKHA COMMUNITY – CHIANG MAI

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  • Explore Bangkok, passing from the main tourist sights to the lesser-known spots and hidden multicultural areas by E-scooter 
  • Delve into the life of a local farmer at a peaceful village outside Bangkok and visit one of the oldest markets in Thailand
  • Visit Chiang Mai and its countless cultural attractions on foot, and and enjoy a street food tour by E-tuk tuk 
  • Experience Tak Bat, a religious Buddhist practice of profound generosity
  • Hike along the Monk’s Trail to reach Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, one of the must-see highlights of Chiang Mai
  • Experience a private overnight stay in a local village and learn about the Akha community’s history and traditions
  • Live as a local in the countryside of Chiang Dao Valley
  • Taste and experience delicious Thai food, renowned as one of the world’s best cuisines

Program 5: Vietnam the Active Way from South to North (14D/13N)

HO CHI MINH – HOI AN – HUE – PHONG NHA – HANOI – HALONG BAY – HANOI

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  • Travel from south to north on an immersive tour in magical Vietnam
  • Learn about the history and traditions of Vietnam, from the ancient Nguyen Dynasty to the Vietnam War
  • Explore central Vietnam and admire incredible natural landscapes of Bach Ma National Park, Tam Giang Lagoon, and Phong Nha National Park 
  • Enjoy cycling excursions to explore offthebeatenpath places of central Vietnam, and connect with locals 
  • Interact with warm and welcoming local people in their private homes
  • Discover Phong Nha National Park and its breathtaking caves
  • Explore Hanoi’s bustling Old Quarter and discover the city’s rich culture and history
  • Relish an overnight cruise on the worldrenowned Halong Bay, sample delectable seafood dishes and enjoy spectacular sunset views

Program 6: Explore and Immerse in the Nature of Northern Vietnam (10D/9N)

HANOI – PAN HOU – HANOI – HALONG BAY

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  • Visit Hanoi’s Traditional Handicraft Village and the bustling Old Quarter to discover the city’s rich culture and history
  • Explore north Vietnam and learn about the culture and traditions of different local minorities: Red Dao, Red Yao and Hmong
  • Embark on a well-balanced 3day trekking experience in the stunning Song Chay Mountains, exploring the unique area on foot
  • Learn about the importance of tea and rice plantations for local communities living in the mountainous region
  • Relish a slow travel program, focused on northern Vietnam to connect with and learn about culture and traditions of the Song Chay Mountains 
  • Stay overnight in 2 different homestays, and enjoy friendly local hospitality
  • Climax with an overnight cruise on the worldrenowned Halong Bay, sample delectable seafood dishes and enjoy spectacular sunset views

Program 7: Unique Trekking Trails of Northeast Vietnam (11D/10N)

HANOI – BA BE – CAO BANG – BAN GIOC – HALONG BAY – HANOI

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  • Visit Hanoi’s Traditional Handicraft Village and the bustling Old Quarter to discover the city’s rich culture and history
  • Discover Ba Be Lake, one of the 10 largest freshwater lakes in the world, with a relaxing kayak excursion to enjoy the breathtaking landscape
  • Embark on a well-balanced 3day trekking experience in the incredible and lesserknown Cao Bang region
  • Visit Ban Gioc Waterfalls, located on the Chinese border, one of the largest falls in the world to form a “border” between the countries, after Iguaçu, Victoria and Niagara
  • Overnight in 4 different homestays, and enjoy friendly hospitality while supporting the local community
  • Explore the northeast region of Vietnam and discover the culture and traditions of different local minorities and ethnic groups, such as Thai and Nung
  • Climax with an overnight cruise on the worldrenowned Halong Bay, sample delectable seafood dishes and enjoy spectacular sunset views

Program 8: A Spiritual Journey from Luang Prabang to Angkor Wat (12D/11N)

LUANG PRABANG – NONG KHIAW – MUONG NGOI – SIEM REAP

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  • Visit Luang Prabang with an expert local guide and learn the secrets of this incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Hike to the majestic Kuang Sy Waterfall and enjoy lunch in a local home
  • Participate in a Baci ceremony and learn about the meaningful ritual
  • Experience a relaxing kayak excursion along the Nam Ou River, to visit the Pak Ou Caves and admire unforgettable landscapes
  • Enjoy some of the most stunning panoramic views in northern Laos
  • Hike though villages, interact with locals to learn about their daily lives and incredible culture and traditions 
  • Visit Angkor Wat UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest religious buildings in the world
  • Explore the Angkor Archaeological Park on foot, hiking along different paths through the jungle and exploring ancient temples
  • Discover Phnom Kulen National Park on foot, an important site where the Khmer Empire began  
  • Visit Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, by boat and support a community project by enjoying lunch at a floating restaurant

How to book these tours?

All our active SIC tours are available on TravelExchange, a guaranteed departures distribution platform exclusively dedicated to tourism professionals.
It’s very easy to use: you just need to create an account to access our tours, view availability in real time, book online and get your booking confirmed!
Step-by-step guide
  1. Connect to the TravelExchange platform at travelexchange.io and register for a FREE account.
  2. Once you have filled out the form, a TravelExchange representative will contact you shortly (within 24 hours) to go through the process of registering your account.
  3. Once registered, you will have access to the TravelExchange marketplace and our unique cycling SIC tours listed above.
  4. View the availability of our SIC cycling tours in real time, book online and get your confirmation right away!

Your travelers can’t travel on the scheduled departure dates? No problem. All our tours can be privatized as well. Contact us for any further information at [email protected].

 
*Conditions apply. Talk to us at [email protected] for more information.

Matteo Galeazzi

Easia Active Manager

Matteo not only has extensive academic background in tourism, but has also gained valuable insight while living and working in multiple destinations around the world. His energy and enthusiasm for active as well as sustainable travel are what make him a strong driving force within the Easia Active team.

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