Trekking vs hiking

Embrace the magic of a winter wonderland in Karuizawa with 'Enchanted Snowscape,' a journey that weaves together the exhilaration of snow-filled adventures and the tranquility of luxurious relaxation. Designed for families who seek both the thrill of wintry exploration and the comfort of elegant retreats, this experience promises to etch unforgettable memories onto the snowy canvas of Karuizawa. Witness the graceful flight of snowy owls under a moonlit sky and discover the joyous secrets of nature through snowshoeing. Each moment is a chapter in a story of enchantment and wonder. 'Enchanted Snowscape' is not just a trip; it's a passage into a realm where the beauty of winter is celebrated, and family bonds are strengthened under the spell of Karuizawa's snowy embrace.

The majestic beauty of the bay and its exotic formations can only be fully appreciated while meandering among the islands, fjords and inlets. For its guests, Adventure Asia offers a truly unique way to enjoy Halong Bay on a classic luxury boat. After a night on board, passengers awaken to see daylight filtering through towering rock formations in the early morning mist, leaving them with a dream-like memory of their visit to Halong Bay. Your overnight trip on one of the world’s most spectacular waterways is guaranteed to please, with each of Adventure Asia’s bespoke cabins exuding warmth and character, built with high standards of workmanship and distinguished styling in mind. With its polished wooden floors and brass fixtures and fittings the ship’s rooms offer timeless elegance. That’s just the beginning, as the impeccable service, professional, congenial staff, and superb cuisine complete the effect to perfection.

The parks many grottoes offer both beauty and intrigue, as some of them have been found to contain ancient tombs. The park offers peaceful walks and vistas of astonishing beauty. Located 150 kilometres south of Hanoi is Cuc Phuong National Park, with its valleys of rain forest jungles, towering peaks, and varied wildlife, including leopards and tigers. The parks many grottoes offer both beauty and intrigue, as some of them have been found to contain ancient tombs. The park offers peaceful walks and vistas of astonishing beauty

Breathe in the fresh air and take in the picturesque sights, such as green fields, canals and the riverside with its little houses that are home to local fishermen.

Son Tra Mountain is a local preservation area, with an incredible array of flora and fauna and natural forests still as intact as they were hundreds of years ago. With beautiful vistas that encompass the sea, mountains and nature, Son Tra is a must-visit place. Enjoying it by sidecar makes this excursion an exhilarating experience.

This 2-day trek is a venture into one of the foremost national parks in Vietnam, Bach Ma. The park, built at 1,400 meters, is located 90 minutes north of Hue and began life as an old French hill station. The park’s climate is relatively cool, making camping, trekking, rappelling and wandering through the jungles endurable as well as enjoyable.

This Heaven’s Pass biking and rafting adventure offers an exhilarating downhill ride of nearly 50 kilometers through the mountains followed by riding the rapids on the unspoiled River Cai, renowned for its awe-inspiring natural scenery and wildlife. Everyone can do this adventure because the cycling is virtually all downhill, requiring little pedaling, and the kayak portion of the trip is all downstream, requiring light paddling. You let nature do the work for you!

This opulent train voyage is perfect for setting the tenor for your visit to Sapa and the iconic hotel it is named for. As you snake through the hills and meander through the countryside you are transported back to a bygone era when luxury train travel was the ultimate way to tour, a province of the affluent. It is important to book this adventure at least a two months in advance.

One of the more unique experiences for travelers to Indochina is a homestay with ethnic hill tribes. Adventure Asia offers this 2-day adventure to the Golden Stream Valley area outside of Sapa, where you trek to Ban Ho village for a genuine home stay with a real hill tribe family. They prepare a delicious meal of local favorites, make up your sleeping arrangements and cook breakfast for you the next morning. This is a very unique opportunity to experience cultural immersion in a truly exotic part of the world.

Sharing a border with China, Mount Fansipan, at 3143 meters high, is Vietnam’s highest mountain. This adventure offers an extraordinary trek to its peak, which covers three days and two nights. The hiking adventure takes you through hill tribe villages, old growth pine forests, and mountain trails with scenic vistas that will take your breath away. The climb may get cold and wet, but is intensely rewarding, as the remoteness and sheer beauty of the land will leave you with indelible memories. As the journey has no guesthouses or mountain huts for home stay, overnights are handled with high-quality Adventure Asia camping gear carried by your porters.