March 2023

Aqua - Small Ship Luxury Cruise - Mekong River Cruise - Vietnam & Cambodia - Aqua Expeditions

MEKONG RIVER LUXURY CRUISE – VIETNAM

Every itinerary on the luxury small ship, Aqua Mekong, is designed to offer an enjoyable and deeply insightful experience of the stunning Mekong region.

Culture and civilizations have flourished around great rivers throughout history, and the Mekong is no exception. The opportunity to discover rich heritage and traditions enriched by 2,000 years of human history is what makes the Mekong river cruise one of Asia’s most epic and worthwhile journeys on water.

A traveler cruising the Mekong is in close pursuit of a glorious past, retracing significant human accomplishments and cultural highs. From the flourishing of the Khmer empire from the 9th to 15th century to the prominence of Theravada Buddhism in present-day Cambodia and Vietnam, this is one of the few cultural destinations on Earth that’s best explored on a river voyage.

Within each itinerary, activities are also highly personalized. Guests can choose from different excursions throughout the day, and follow a dedicated guide on small-group explorations that set off on Aqua Mekong’s own private skiffs. At the pace you desire, we make it possible to experience the beauty and culture of the Mekong River in comfort and exclusivity.

And no matter what travel plans you have in mind, you can find a luxury cruise itinerary that suits your schedule. Begin by exploring the various itineraries for Aqua Mekong river cruises, which sail from Vietnam to Cambodia and vice versa, or within Cambodia. Itineraries depart from Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap.

HIGHLIGHTS OF ETHIOPIA TOUR

Unlike anywhere on the planet, Ethiopia is a beautifully vast country blessed with a unique history, stunning landscapes, abundant wildlife, and some of Africa’s most soulful peoples. Encounters on this 15-day Ethiopia Tour are sure to rank among an adventurer’s most rewarding travel experiences.

Learn about the country’s long history with visits to 11th century rock-hewn churches, pre-Christian buildings, and ancient monuments, as we travel through stunning sceneries of mist-shrouded mountain peaks and idyllic cascading waterfalls.
Our adventure starts in the historic north and continues to the Omo Valley in the south.

Ethiopia is home to a vast array of cultures such as the Surmi, Afar, Mursi, Karo, Hamer, Nuer and Anuak, whose ancient customs and traditions have remained almost entirely intact. Venturing into these communities and staying among them is akin to receiving a privileged initiation into a forgotten world. With luck, one may witness one of the many festivals that are an integral part of the traditional culture, from age-old ceremonies marking rites of passage to Christian celebrations of singular passion, the impact upon those who witness such events can provide travel memories to last a lifetime. This Ethiopia Tour offers an unparalleled cultural experience.

Contact us for a curated adventure to this incredible part of the world. Looking for a different kind of experience? No problem, we are happy to create a unique adventure to Ethiopia just for you.

SOUTH INDIA ADVENTURE

Experience gorgeous countryside, rich history, amazing food, and friendly locals on this South India Adventure through Kerala. Explore the culture, heritage, and what makes Southern India so unique.

Southern India is a region famous for its backwaters, elegant houseboats, Ayurvedic treatments and taste-bud-tingling cuisine. Kerala is also home to wild elephants, jaguars, and the odd tiger.

This is a fascinating journey through India’s laid-back tropical south, to experience the diversity in scenery, architecture, culture, and most importantly…the people. Some of the friendliest folks in the world live in Kerala. Kerala is a tropical bliss with an idyllic coastline and lush tropical hills. Despite its relative riches, the majority of the population in Kerala life continues with agriculture, tea, coffee, and spice plantations, and the coir industry, which still provides the basic economic structure of the region. Experience firsthand why they call it ‘God’s Own Country’.

Torre del Paine - Patagonia Tour - Chile in-depth

THE ULTIMATE CHILE TOUR

Chile is located along the western coast of the southern cone of South America, and is one of the longest and narrowest countries in the world, with broad cultural and climatic contrasts.

This extensive Chile In-Depth Tour can be tweaked and adjusted to best suit your travel needs. From the highlands to the unexplored southern territories of the end of the world, Chile invites you to live adventures in the middle of the driest desert in the world, and the mysteries of Rapa Nui (Easter Island), in front of thousand-year-old glaciers waiting to be discovered or under the imposing Andes Mountains in the middle of the movement of modern cities such as Santiago.

We’ve designed this Chile Tour to best showcase the highlights of this amazing country. Diverse landscapes unfurl over a 4300km stretch: parched dunes, fertile valleys, volcanoes, ancient forests, clear rivers, massive glaciers, and fjords. A country of geographical extremes, Chile’s diversity is reflected both in its people and its gastronomy, which encompasses the tropical fruit of the far north as well as king crab from southern Patagonia.

Above all, visitors travel to Chile for its remote and shockingly gorgeous landscapes.
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BOLIVIA EXPLORER

Bolivia is truly one of South America’s most intriguing nations with its otherworldly landscapes, rich cultures steeped in traditions, and proud population.

This Bolivia Tour will literally and figuratively take your breath away with its soaring elevations and stunning landscapes. Experience the awe-inspiring vastness of the largest Salt Flats on the planet, the Salar de Uyuni. From strange cacti-covered islands in a sea of blindingly bright salt to delicately coloured mineral lakes in the Andean mountains, this is an unforgettable Bolivian landscape.

During this Bolivia Explorer Tour, you’ll cross the Bolivian Altiplano where herds of llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas roam. Experience Sucre, the colonial gem of the country, and Potosi which was one of the wealthiest cities in the Americas once upon a time. You’ll end the trip in La Paz, the highest capital in the world, visiting local artisans and brujitas. La Paz is a maze of contradictions, where cobblestones hit concrete, and Gothic spires vie with glassine hotels, La Paz amazes and confounds all those that visit.

This is a sample Bolivia itinerary and can be tweaked to best suit your travel needs. Please contact us for details – info@finisterra.ca