Freedom Days

For a real insight into local Vietnamese life, enjoy a visit to a local community farming project just outside of Hoi An. We start with an easy bicycle ride of about 30 minutes along the village roads and paths between the paddy fields. At Tra Que village, the community has united to create a large vegetable farm and we will take a walk around the farm to see the different vegetables, all of which..

Between the 4th and 13th centuries a unique culture which owed its spiritual origins to Indian Hinduism developed on the coast of contemporary Vietnam. The Cham people ruled central Vietnam and their kingdom once stretched into what are now Laos and parts of Cambodia. This is graphically illustrated by the remains of a series of impressive tower-temples located in a dramatic site that was the reli..

This delicious, half-day experience in Siem Reap is held at an organic farm supported by an organisation promoting economic revival through the creation of small family enterprises in the agricultural sector. After being picked up from the hotel, we begin the class with a visit to a local fresh market, where you can experience the hustle and bustle of the morning rush. From here, transfer to the o..

We leave the city behind and travel to Chansar, a local village, and firstly enjoy an ox-cart ride around the village before hearing from a local family about the process of broom-making. There’s a chance to have a go yourself before a guided walking tour to take in the experience and culture of this rural way of life – you can try out fishing and farming as the locals do, too. Proceeds from this..

Enjoy an evening under the Big Top in downtown Siem Reap with an evening show at Phare, the Cambodian Circus, run by the Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) of the same name. This not-for-profit organisation supports the futures of Khmer youth with art and performance training, all of which are showcased here for a splendid evening’s entertainment. Phare is a lively show combining elements of high..

Bold, bright and beautiful, the iconic silk lanterns of Hoi An can be found on just about every street corner and have the unique ability to transport the onlooker back in time. In this half-day experience, learn the tricks of the trade and see the way that silk and bamboo are expertly combined to make these beautiful pieces of art. We enjoy a traditional tea and listen to a local expert talk thro..

Experience the outstanding natural beauty and iconic history of Ninh Binh in this full-day tour. After a pick-up from our hotel, we enjoy a scenic drive to an area of natural beauty, often referred to as ‘Ha Long Bay on land’. Once there, we meander lazily down the tranquil Ngo Dong river, passing foliage-topped limestone cliffs looming over the tranquil waters - don’t forget your camera to captur..

Vietnamese cuisine is a delicious fusion of flavors and freshness, and this half day tour begins with a visit to Chau Long Market, housing hundreds of stalls. Interact with vendors selling everything from garlic to tapioca flour, take in all the colors, sights and smells and you’ll quickly see why Hanoi’s markets are world famous. Part of the pleasure is discovering local herbs, vegetables and sal..

Highlights:  Experience the variety of wildlife, including rare bird species. Tour Description:  Udawattakele was originally a pleasure garden used by the royals of Kandy, but today it is an abundant, lush rainforest and a birder’s paradise. Our trek, led by an experienced and enthusiastic guide, will give us a valuable insight into the forest, the fauna and the flora around us. As Kandy has a tem..

Highlights:  Experience the serene and contemplative life of Buddhist nuns. Tour Description:  A bhikkuni is a female Buddhist monk, and this tour takes us to a monastery on the outskirts of Kandy where our host will teach us about the history of Buddhist nuns starting with the first one; Mahapajapati Gotami. She was the stepmother of Buddha and the first woman to seek ordination for women, which..