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For nature lovers, I recommend taking a boat trip along the Nam Ou - less famous than the Mekong but just as spectacular |
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We spent three marvelous days in Siem Riep. We would like to thank you for the hospitality we received from your ... |
Ida Frojda and Dr. Albert Keresztes
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On the occasion of our journey in northern Laos from 5th to 15th of November we like to thank you and the overall ... |
Nicole Niedik & Patrick Zuechner
With 16 offices throughout Southeast Asia, Exotissimo Travel has the expertise to create your Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar adventure tours at the best possible price.
Why Exotissimo?
Adventure Travel Vietnam
Vietnam has a colorful landscape- intriguing hills, lush jungles, pristine beaches, and beautiful waters- and is rapidly emerging as one of the most exciting new destinations for adventure holidays in Asia. Trekkers and cyclists have the opportunity to explore not only wildlife but also the richness and diversity of cultures, while bird watchers, climbers and water sport enthusiasts also have a host of options.
Featured Vietnam Adventure Tours
Cycle across beautiful scenery, simple village life, and white sandy beaches on our Hanoi – Saigon Bike Ride tour. After your stay in Hanoi, work your way south with stops to the former imperial capital of Hue, the old trading town of Hoi An, and then to Danang. Jet off to the beaches of Nha Trang before pedalling to Dalat and Ho Chi Minh City.
In our Sapa To The Sea Vietnam tour, trek through the northwest region of Vietnam and witness stunning scenery and hilltribe life. Start from Lao Cai and trek through rice paddies, mountain passes, and refreshing waterfalls and meet the H'mong and the Dao hilltribes in their villages. Your trek continues on with stops at Yen Tu Mountain and Tuan Chau Island ends on a relaxing note with a cruise aboard a traditional Vietnamese junk on Halong Bay.
Experience the diversity of northern Vietnam’s landscape and people in this adventurous trek with our Mai Chau & Pu Luong Trek tour. Challenge yourself with the varying levels of terrain and be rewarded with great scenery and relaxation time with the hospitable hilltribes. Experience their culture with traditional song and dance performance. As you continue trekking on this Vietnam tour, you will reach Halong Bay and relax on a junk and enjoy the serenity of the area.
Explore Vietnam on your bike and learn about the country’s diverse culture and witness the charming rural life in our Meandering the Mekong by Bike tour. Start from Saigon and the city’s vibrant markets and pedal through exotic scenes of streams, temples fruit orchards, and rice fields and meet local villagers. After spending a night at your homestay, you will visit Tra Vinh and Can Tho before biking your way back to Ho Chi Minh City in this Vietnam tour.
Adventure Travel Thailand
Thailand sits between the old world and the new, making it a fascinating country to take an adventure holiday. With beautiful scenery, Thailand is a well-established playground- the mountainous northern areas beckon trekkers and mountain bikers, while the south offers kayaking, scuba diving, and other water sports. Whether hardened adventurer or a weekend warrior, Thailand’s diverse landscape is perfectly suited for your active holiday.
Featured Thailand Adventure Tours
Get off the beaten track with this four day soft-adventure Thailand tour through jungles, rivers and hilltribe villages. Our Salawin River Hilltribes Trek explores one of the country’s least visited regions on foot, by boat and on elephant back. With overnight homestays travelers get to experience, first hand, the unique cultures and traditions of the Karen and Rawang people.
If you enjoy the outdoors and would like to visit Thailand then our Sangkhlaburi Trek and Kayak Thailand tour is for you! Get your adrenaline running with a trek through tropical jungles. Then paddle your way to sunken cities, submerged temples, and to your very own floating bungalow. Learn by being active as discoveries about the infamous Death Railway and the River Kwai awaits.
Explore a beautiful region of towering waterfalls, lush forests and colorful hilltribe villages with our adventurous journey around Chiang Mai. Experience the very best of the north through a series of outdoor excursions such as waterfall treks, countryside cycling, treetop zipline adventures and elephant encounters. Whatever your choice of adventure, this 4-day guided Thailand tour can be tailored to your tastes and ensure an unforgettable active holiday in Chiang Mai.
Suitable for all ages, our Camping & Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay is an ideal way to add a touch of adventure to a southern Thailand tour. Under the guidance of paddling experts, kayak your way through limestone caverns, sea lagoons, and to remote islands off the coast of Phuket and spend a night camping on the beach. This unique South Thailand tour is easy enough for all fitness levels and is an ideal tour for families, couples, or small groups.
The perfect outdoor adventure for your family, this five day Thailand tour takes you through the Pai valley on foot, by raft and by bike. Tailored to meet your family’s needs, you’ll venture through the rivers and hills with a range of soft-adventure activities suitable for both kids and adults. You will also have the opportunity to interact with local villagers, offering you a window into the diverse cultures of the region.
Our Chiang Mai Family Adventure Thailand tour is specially designed with a mix of soft adventure and culture discovery excursions, offering an unmatched opportunity for families to experience the great outdoors together. In this northern Thailand package tour, you and your family are sure to revel in a remarkable adventure vacation.
Adventure Travel Cambodia
Cambodia is emerging as an adventure destination as more people seek a bit of excitement in the Kingdom. The remote northeast with its fascinating hill tribes and rolling hills is a great trekking destination, while the rest of the country is remarkably flat making it ideal for cyclists. Trekking through remote temples, unique bird watching expeditions, and exploring the rugged Cardoman Mountains are just a few of the adventures Cambodia has to offer.
Featured Cambodia Adventure Tours
Our Trek Angkor package is designed for those wanting to experience the natural and historical Cambodian region on foot. March around the region and explore Cambodia’s temple ruins and stunning scenery and spend your nights camping out amongst these Kampuchean treasures in this lively Cambodia tour.
Our Ratanakiri Cambodia Experience tour is tailored for those wanting to experience the mystical Cambodian nature and witness village life nestled away from the rumblings of today’s modern world. The bamboo forest offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy the wildlife and waterfalls as well as stops to the isolated villages in the area. The area is rarely visited by tourists, so you will have a distinctive experience in this Cambodia tour.
Travel on two wheels from the southern islands of Laos into the temple-rich countryside of Cambodia. Get up close and personal with the locals, their culture, and the beautiful scenery as you cycle along quiet country roads and through small villages. Learn about sustainable tourism projects happening in the region and stay at several eco-lodges on this remarkable journey.
Observe the many wonders in the Angkor region on your bike with our very own Cycling Angkor tour. Pedal your way through the pristine Cambodian countryside and bear witness to the marvelous Angkor Wat as well as other temple sites in the area. Hop on a boat and cruise to a floating village situated in one of the region’s largest lakes and have a meal with the locals there. Combining nature and history, this adventurous Cambodia tour will truly make your experience in this country one you won’t forget.
Adventure Travel Laos
One of the most sparsely populated countries in the world, Laos is an adventure lover’s paradise. The miles of empty roads, rugged mountains, high plateaus, and the mighty Mekong River combine into a spectacular backdrop for an adventure holiday. And with blissfully few travelers, you are likely to have it all to yourself. Traveling the quite roads by bike or trekking through the scenic landscape, you gain a deep appreciation for the beauty of Laos.
Featured Laos Adventure Tours
Discover the fascinating world of Northern Laos with Exotissimo's Authentic Laos tour. This unique excursion is designed for the intrepid and open-minded traveler with a keen sense of adventure and eagerness to participate in sustainable tourism. Trekking deep into the highlands, participants get to experience ethnic hill tribe culture in its rawest and most authentic forms amidst sweeping sceneries of verdant vegetation growth and cascading waterfalls.
Northern Laos offers some of the best combination of biking trail, natural terrain, and hilltribe villages. With our Splendors Of North Laos Biking tour, you will pedal your way past mountains, jungles, rivers, and the peaceful countryside. After your bike adventure, rest up those tired legs on a relaxing boat cruise along the Mekong River and reflect on your Lao tour adventure.
Selected Laos Adventure Day Trips
Spend the day touring the majestic town of Luang Prabang by electric bike, a fun and eco-friendly way to explore! Cycle or coast past elegant temples, learn about Laos' ethnic minorities and traditional textiles, and feast on delicious food. Cruise through quiet laneways and stop at local markets, immersing yourself in the local culture.
Spend a day in the Phou Khao Kway National Park, exploring the breathtaking scenery and magnificent waterfalls. Home to over 50% of the wild orchid species of Laos, this trek is a unique opportunity to learn more about these plants and seek them out in their natural environment. Specialized guides help lead you through the park identifying the plant and animal life which co-exist in this fabulous park.
Adventure Travel Myanmar
With half of the country covered in jungles and the enormous Irrawaddy River dissecting the country in two, Myanmar is an adventurer's dream! Vast expanses of unexplored land, flat terrain mixed with steep mountains, and coastal waters add to the mix of terrain. If you are seeking the ultimate ‘out there’ experience, then adventure travel in Myanmar is the perfect remedy!
Featured Myanmar Adventure Tours
Explore the Shan State in adventure mode with our Bike & Trek The Shan Hills package. On the first leg of your trip, you will cycle past a town populated with colonial houses, and to a refreshing pine forest. Hop off your bike and hike your way to Pindaya where you will meet the Danu, Palaung, Shan and Pa-O people who still continue to live a lifestyle their ancestors lived centuries ago. Visit the Inle Lake and see local craftsmen on floating villages plying their trade and the always entertaining jumping cats monastery. This Myanmar tour is an adventure full of beautiful scenery and enlightening experiences into the culture of the Shan people.
Cycle from Yangon to the historic temple-filled plains of Bagan on this 8-day Myanmar tour- an unprecedented chance to discover the rhythms of the Burmese countryside. You’ll pedal quiet, flat side streets through countless villages and the towns of Pyay and Magway before climbing your way to the top of Mount Popa and descending into Bagan. Fully guided and with a support vehicle on hand, this active vacation allows you to set your own pace.
Selected Myanmar Adventure Day Trip
Set off on foot to explore Inle Lake surroundings where stunning natural beauty and remote hilltribes can be visited in a short day trek- a unique experience of culture and nature. Traverse the rolling Shan hills, pass agricultural fields, and catch breathtaking views of the lake below. Stop in hill tribe villages, where the way of life has remained untouched by time.
Add a touch of excitement to your Myanmar holiday with this guided cycling trip through the outskirts of Yangon. Travelling by bike will give you unprecedented opportunities for local interaction as you make your way through small villages and fabulous countryside on the city’s outskirts. The 25km journey is easy enough to be enjoyed by all and sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Indonesia & Bali Adventure Tours and Day Trips
Get under the skin of this fascinating destination and let us take you down the road less walked to experience the best of Indonesian Adventure Travel.
Bali Adventures
Balancing outdoor activities with cultural visits, excursions to local villages and even an indulgent spa treatment, this soft adventure tour strikes a perfect balance for travelers who like a more active holiday. Based in Ubud, each day of this program features a different excursion: white water rafting, sunset rice paddy treks, 4WD jeep trips to mountain lakes and bike rides down volcanic slopes.
Paddle through stunning scenery and over cascading rapids on this exciting whitewater rafting adventure on Bali’s Telaga Waja River or Ayung River. With no previous experience required, this half day trip is ideal for those seeking a touch of outdoor adventure while on their Bali tour.
Drive between beautiful rice fields and meet Balinese people- this half day adventure takes you on a unique sightseeing tour of the island’s small laneways and villages. With your motorized quad bike or open-air buggy, cross through jungles and rice fields in the islands’ interior stopping to visit a traditional Balinese village. Discover a different side of Bali from a unique perspective on this exciting Bali day trip.
Spend a day exploring Bali’s west coast by bike, a fun way for outdoor enthusiasts to see the fascinating landscapes of the island. With your Exotissimo guide, the two-hour downhill ride from Belimbing to the coast takes you past small villages and breathtaking viewpoints to the black sands of the west, where there is time to relax on the beach or go horseback riding.
Indonesia Adventures
Set off for a pre-dawn hike up one of Java’s highest mountains for an unforgettable sunrise experience at Mount Merapi. The challenging 5-hour walk begins at midnight and upon reaching the summit, your hard work is rewarded as you enjoy a steaming cup of coffee as the sun rises over the spectacular landscapes.
Multi-Country: Adventure Travel Indochina
With rivers, mountains, oceans, and flatlands, Southeast Asia is growing in popularity as an Adventure destination. Unspoiled by modern development, the region is a showcase of diverse natural wildlife and colorful ethnic minorities who live and thrive in their native lands. Whether by bike, foot, or boat, heading off the beaten path in Southeast Asia is an exotic adventure unlike any other.
Featured Indochina Adventure Tours
Travel on two wheels from the southern islands of Laos into the temple-rich countryside of Cambodia. Get up close and personal with the locals, their culture, and the beautiful scenery as you cycle along quiet country roads and through small villages. Learn about sustainable tourism projects happening in the region and stay at several eco-lodges on this remarkable journey.
Cycle your way through Vietnam and Cambodia. Experience breathtaking scenery and remarkable temples and pagodas in this enlightening Saigon To Angkor Wat Bike Ride tour. In this Vietnam and Cambodia tour, you will enjoy the scenes of the Mekong Delta as you progress towards Kampuchea and into the realm of the past with the country's historical sites.
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Located near a Burmese border crossing at the distant edge of Thailand, Sangkhlaburi sits in a landscape of mist soaked mountains and isolated hill tribe villages. Be prepared to discover a whole new face of Thailand as you join us on this thrilling trekking Thailand tour through the hills of this remote region.
Why Travel with Exotissimo?
Local Knowledge- Our 16 offices in Southeast Asia are staffed with locals and expatriates who have a passion for their countries and for adventure travel. This invaluable local knowledge enables us to recommend the best places on your tailor-made adventure tour in Asia.
A direct line to Asia- When you book with Exotissimo you are dealing with a person on the ground who can provide you with the latest updates as well as quickly access the best adventure deals in the region. The result: faster, more direct replies and fantastic savings.
Freedom to create your own unique itinerary- Whatever you dream, we can make it happen. We know everyone has their own unique travel style and that’s why we work with you to create a personalized adventure itinerary tailor-made to suit your needs.
Best available prices- With our network of suppliers, we can access the best rates and latest promotions and pass these savings on to you.
Authentic Experiences- We take you to the hidden spots, introduce you to the locals and give you a true experience. Your guaranteed to get a sense of the culture and return home with unforgettable memories.
Informed advice- We don’t just send you a program that is mass produced, we listen to your requests and create a new adventure program for each traveler.
Hassle Free Traveling- We take care of it all- from start to finish- allowing you to relax and enjoy discovering Asia. After 16 years operating a travel agency in Asia, we know how to plan a seamless holiday.
Where to find us
No matter where you are in Asia, you can rest assured that our network of offices are just a phone call away to help you should you need any assistance.
We have offices in:
Vietnam Adenture Tours- Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Danang
Thailand Adenture Tours- Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket
Cambodia Adenture Tours- Siem Reap and Phnom Penh
Laos Adenture Tours- Vientiane, Luang Prabang and Pakse
Myanmar Adenture Tours- Yangon, Bagan, Inle Lake and Mandalay
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