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Why travel with Insider Journeys
SMALL GROUP SIZE
One of the most popular features of our tours is the small group size. We limit groups to a maximum of 16 people (and only 12 in Japan) so you can enjoy a more personalised, more authentic Asia experience. Our small groups ensure more time with your Local Expert, more time to make new friends, less time waiting, and more time for you to enjoy the amazing destinations throughout your journey.
Ngo Dong River, Ninh Binh, Vietnam
The small group size gives you more flexibilty to “ be spontaneous, so when you pass a charming local festival you can make that unplanned stop. These are some of the best memories. ”
SAFE AND RELIABLE
For more than 25 years, Insider Journeys has been safely and reliably sharing the beauty of Asia with travellers from Australia. We are the only Tour Operator with our own offices in several countries throughout Asia. Our local partners live and work in the destinations we serve, bringing you the perfect combination of local authenticity with Australian service and support.
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Our guides in Vietnam were so informative and always willing to help. I noticed that all the guides “ have worked with the company for over seven years, so they obviously love working for Insider Journeys and this comes across. ”
MARY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA An unforgettable experience starts with the unexpected. We’ll make sure you see the most popular highlights of our destinations… but then we’ll show you the places you wouldn’t find on your own, and Asia is full of these hidden treasures. From conversations with local families, feasting in street food stalls, and shopping in hidden local markets, we’ll make sure you go home with memories of an amazing connection to Asia.
LOCAL EXPERTS
Your local leaders and guides are one of the most important elements of your trip. They are the people you see the most, the person who answers your questions, the person who helps to shape your impression of a destination. In recognition of this important relationship, our guides are truly passionate, local experts who are carefully selected and trained to look out for you, to share the history and knowledge that only a local can provide, and to expect the unexpected. Many of our guides have worked with us for years, and feel like a part of our family, just as they will soon feel like a part of yours.
Flower Market, Bangkok, Thailand
INDEPENDENCE AND FLEXIBILITY
An ideal tour is a balance of activity and relaxation. We know sometimes you want to explore on your own, eat on your own, or relax on your own. So we include moments of leisure without any scheduled activities, where you have the freedom to be spontaneous, to choose your own meals, to choose your own experiences, and to enjoy your holiday as you see fit.
Pan Tao Temple, Chiang Mai, Thailand
It is impossible to choose one highlight as we enjoyed everything so much. This was our fourth tour with Insider Journeys and we will have no hesitation in recommending the “ company to all our family and friends. ANNE & BRUCE, NEW ZEALAND ”
We thought the tour was absolutely amazing. All three of our guides were fabulous. Best of all – apart from the amazing places we went, the things “ we learnt and the sensational places that we stayed, we absolutely loved our driver! AMANDA, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA ”
BESPOKE ACCOMMODATION
A quality hotel is an essential element of an enjoyable holiday. Our hand-picked selections were chosen specifically for their location, charm and culture to ensure your journey is comfortable. We’ve taken care of everything, including tips. Tipping is customary in Asia, but tipping customs vary from country to country. We’ve included tips in the price of your tour so you can relax and enjoy without worrying about how much to tip at the end.
Floating Market, Bangkok, Thailand
Sri Lanka was just wonderful and what an awesome time we had. The people were so friendly and helpful plus “ we stayed in super accommodation. Thank you for your assistance in giving ” us a wonderful holiday filled with beautiful memories.
SUE & IAN, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
GETTING AROUND
We don’t do ‘bus tours’… we do Small Group Journeys. Whether it’s a tuk-tuk, jeep safari, or bullet train, you’ll get a local experience when it provides the best sightseeing or transport opportunity. Otherwise, road journeys are in our comfortable air-conditioned vehicles. We keep it small and never use large coaches.
SOLO TRAVELLERS
Solo travellers never travel alone on our Small Group Journeys. Joining a small group as a single traveller means you get the best of both worlds – time with your group throughout the day, before retreating to you own room for the evening, simply by paying the single traveller price.
Scenic Train, Sri Lanka
Asia is an ideal destination for private groups. Whether you’re gathering your family for a
PRIVATE reunion, your friends for a dream wedding, or your
GROUPS co-workers for a rewards trip, let us design the perfect custom itinerary for your group’s needs. Large groups come with large expectations, and our dedicated Groups department specializes in these unique requirements. We offer advice and support at all times so you have peace of mind that we are here for your group.
TAILOR MADE
You can use our Small Group Journey itineraries as inspiration, or you can create your own completely customized holiday. Either way, you will get a tailor-made holiday where you take control of your experience and we create a holiday exactly the way you want.
TRIP GRADING
Each of our journeys has been given a grading to help you choose the trip that best suits your needs. All our tours require independent mobility and we recommend you choose a journey which suits your physical ability. Our expert travel advisors can answer any questions you may have regarding the trip grading of your desired journey.
EASY EASY – Suitable for travellers with an average level of fitness. You may be required to take part in light activities such as walking tours, climbing steps, and getting in and out of vehicles.
MODERATE
ACTIVE MODERATE – Suitable for travellers with a good level of fitness. You will need to take part in easy but extended activities such as walking or cycling. Travel between major destinations may include long road or train journeys.
ACTIVE – Suitable for travellers with a high level of fitness. These tours may include extended periods of walking, climbing stairs, negotiating uneven surfaces, boarding boats and visits to less-developed areas with limited facilities.
