Guaranteed Departure (SIC) Soft Adventure Programs – Season 2026

The updated Easia Active Guaranteed Departure (or “Seat-In-Coach”) production enables outbound Tour Operators and Travel Agencies around the world to serve their active, adventurous, and budget-minded travelers with guaranteed departure tours, offering a wider variety of sport types and a spectrum of intensity levels, throughout Thailand, Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia.

Designed to suit multiple traveler types & styles, from active leisure solo travelers to groups of more experienced adventure travel enthusiasts looking for a fun & dynamic group experience, all our financially risk-free seat-in-coach tours offer immersive exploration of our destinations actively and respectfully. They also provide ample opportunities for travelers to immerse in the local and welcoming Southeast Asian culture and have meaningful encounters along their journey.

Each program includes outdoor excursions such as hiking, kayaking, or easy cycling, allowing your travelers to explore unique areas off the beaten path. At the same time, they connect and share experiences with the welcoming people of Asia.

By integrating visits and excursions facilitated by small community-based tourism organizations as well as overnights at local family-run homestays and more, your travelers will not only be able to learn a great deal from the local culture. Still, they will be able to directly benefit the communities they visit financially, allowing them to positively impact the destinations they visit.

These guaranteed-departure (SIC) tours are specifically designed for travel agents and tour operators looking to offer their travelers:

• Exciting and active holidays in Southeast Asia, where your travelers explore a range of cultural and natural sites through hiking, cycling, kayaking, etc., instead of being whisked around in the traditional “hop-on, hop-off” fashion
• More time spent outdoors, away from crowded spaces, surrounded by nature
• Respectful encounters with local communities
• A more conscious way of traveling aimed at enabling your customers to leave a positive impact on the regions visited
• A great join-in option for single travelers who prefer to travel in groups

Key elements:

• Guaranteed departures from 2 pax up
• Small and intimate international groups from 2 to 16 pax (max)
• Professional & knowledgeable English-speaking guides who have in-depth knowledge of the region and are trained in first aid
• 24/7 on-spot support team
• Personally inspected rooms in vetted accommodation.
• Guaranteed high-quality sports equipment and transportation
• Well-balanced itineraries of outdoor excursions and cultural/historical visits
• There are no financial obligations; you pay as you book
• Flexibility → your travelers can privatize a tour upon request

The times listed below will allow you to promote & sell well-balanced active leisure and hiking holidays in Asia and capitalize on the growing ‘slow travel’ trend.

Shorter itineraries are available!

From now on, you can book just a part of our active programs, affording you greater flexibility when designing your itineraries. Easily combined with other modules, these shorter programs will offer you a competitive price for tailor-made trips.

Read on to discover an overview of 7 guaranteed departure (SIC) active-leisure & hiking programs with their respective arrival & departure dates.

• Program 1 | Soft Hiking Around Northern Vietnam (8D7N)
• Program 2 | Around the Enchanting Scenery of Sapa (8D7N)
• Program 3 | A Spiritual Journey from Vientiane to Angkor Wat (11D/10N)
• Program 4 | Cambodia – the Active Way from the Capital to Angkor Wat (10D9N)
• Program 5 | Laos from North to South (12D/11N)
• Program 6 | Nature and Ethnic Minorities of Laos (10D/9N)
• Program 7 | Thailand the Active way from Bangkok to Chiang Mai (9D8N)

Program 1 | Soft Hiking Around Northern Vietnam (8D7N)

HANOI | MAI CHAU | PU LUONG | NINH BINH | HALONG

Program Highlights 

• Wander through Hanoi’s atmospheric Old Quarter and visit iconic landmarks like the Temple of Literature and Sword Lake.
• Discover the natural beauty and cultural richness of Mai Chau, home to dramatic landscapes and a mosaic of ethnic minority communities.
• Enjoy an immersive overnight stay in a local homestay for an authentic taste of daily life.
• Hike through traditional villages and engage with local residents to learn about their customs and way of life.
• Discover the Pu Luong Nature Reserve and embark on guided hikes across its iconic terraced rice fields, offering breathtaking vistas and authentic encounters with nature.
• Explore the “terrestrial Halong Bay” and marvel at the striking limestone formations of Van Long Nature Reserve.
• Set sail on an overnight cruise through world-famous Halong Bay, savoring freshly caught seafood amid a stunning UNESCO-listed seascape.

Arrival & Departure Dates

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Program 6 | Nature and Ethnic Minorities of Laos (10D/9N)

VIENTIANE – VANG VIENG – LUANG PRABANG – OUDOM XAI

Program Highlights 

• Discover the charm of Luang Prabang with a local expert and uncover the hidden stories of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Hike to the majestic Kuang Sy Waterfall and enjoy a traditional lunch in a local home.
• Cruise along the peaceful Nam Ou River to the Pak Ou Caves, surrounded by striking limestone cliffs and lush landscapes.
• Take in sweeping panoramic views across the mountains of northern Laos.
• Hike through rural villages and engage with local communities to learn about daily life, culture, and traditions.
• Discover the natural beauty and cultural richness of Nam Kat Yorla Pa National Park, home to dramatic landscapes and a mosaic of ethnic minority communities.
• Discover the Muang La’s mountainous lands, inhabited by three ethnic groups in Laos: the Ikho, Hmong, and Khmu peoples.
• Overnight in a unique Eco-lodge, the Nam Kat Yorla Pa, an extraordinary Eco-tourism location

Arrival & Departure Dates

BANGKOK – AYUTTHAYA – CHIANG MAI

Program Highlights 

• Embark on a guided exploration of Bangkok’s iconic landmarks, including the Grand Palace and Wat Pho.
• Experience the city’s vibrant street life with a tuk-tuk ride through Chinatown and savor authentic Thai flavors during a local food tasting tour.
• Visit the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and witness the unique spectacle of the Maeklong Railway Market,
• Discover the ancient capital of Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its impressive temple ruins and historical significance.
• Experience the charm of overnight train travel as you journey from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
• Visit the revered Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple, perched atop a mountain with panoramic city views.
• Embark on a 2-day trek through the scenic Mae Taeng region, traversing lush jungles and visiting hill tribe villages.
• Enjoy an authentic homestay, gaining insights into local customs, and conclude with an exhilarating bamboo rafting adventure down the river

Arrival & Departure Dates