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Myanmar – From temple to stupa, mountains to rivers, hill tribes to the plains peoples

24/01/2018    

In Myanmar

Go back for centuries with its fascinating history and discover a cultural mix of incredible richness

Myanmar is an irresistible country with its great cultural richness, however it can also rouse a negative response with its well-known internal political situation. Majestic sites like Bagan, Inle Lake, or Mandalay; a multitude of ethnicities that can be found along peaceful backroads; beautiful temples: all this invites you to this meditative journey. By spending your money in its local economy you will help support this friendly population and encourage further the recent political changes. One thing is certain, you must definitely go to Myanmar.

Due to political reasons in Burma we are not able to propose trips for the moment.
Depending on itinerary choice
» Myanmar – From temple to stupa, mountains to rivers, hill tribes to the plains peoples

Japan under a blanket of snow

21/06/2017    

In Japan

Try the North in winter

Japan. The North. Winter. In this itinerary Matthieu Zellweger opens a door to the northern Japan during the season that fascinates him most: winter. Designed as an exploration of the further reaches of this far-flung country (Sapporo, Japanese Alps), it takes you from Hokkaido back to a cultural center of the country (Kanazawa) and then to the big city — Tokyo. This itinerary will offer you in turn modern and light aspects (the Snow Festival in Sapporo if the dates allow it), a fascinating and unfamiliar city (Hakodate), a total immersion into the harsh Japanese winter in Kakunodate before you marvel at the cultural beauties of the country further south in Kanazawa. Of course you will experience traditional Japanese inns (“ryokan”) as well as very contemporary places. Will you allow your curiosity to follow the path that Matthieu opens to the north of Japan in its most beautiful season ?
From CHF 5,865.–
» Japan under a blanket of snow

From the Okavango Delta to the Victoria Falls

23/05/2017    

In Botswana

In the middle of the Okavango Delta, go in search of the Big 5

Elephant, black rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard… But also a multitude of other animals somewhat less well-known but equally fascinating! Botswana is one of the few African countries where anti-poaching is taken seriously and its wildlife is naturally safer. In addition, the magnificent and unique environment of the Okavango Delta has superb small lodges for observation. For a truly exceptional trip you can finish with a couple of days at the Victoria Falls.
Depending on itinerary choice
» From the Okavango Delta to the Victoria Falls

Unknown Japan with Matthieu

25/07/2015    

In Japan

Go explore beyond appearances

Japan is a mysterious and very attractive country where a guide will help you to understand the traditions, its history and its social codes. Mathieu invites you to experience his Japan – the places that draw him back, the cuisine he loves, the areas he enjoys to walk through. With Mathieu Japan reveals itself.
From CHF 5,980.–
» Unknown Japan with Matthieu

Istanbul with a local

17/06/2015    

In Istanbul

With one foot on each continent, you are carried along by the current of the Bosphorus

Visiting Istanbul is all about taking the time to let your senses be stimulated.Istanbul takes time – time to feel the city, time to see the magical and unforgetable sights some very touristy and some the true and living neighborhoods, time to taste Ottoman cuisine, time to watch the fishermen throw their line in the Bosphorus …
From € 1095.–
» Istanbul with a local

Out of the blue into the green on mountain bike

04/03/2015    

In Bolivia

Enjoy a vertiginous descent on mountain bike

After exploring the capital La Paz ranging 1,000 m from uptown to popular areas, reach the shores of Lake Titicaca and its natural and cultural heritage, which includes the life of its inhabitants on the well-known floating islands. Then, over three days, ride down 3,000 m on mountain bike through the high-altitude tropical forest and then the jungle, with many things to see along the way. Enjoy a few more days and go for a rafting descent or, for experienced mountaineers, dare climbing a 6,000 !
Dès CHF 1,490.–
» Out of the blue into the green on mountain bike

Culture, white salt and blue sky

04/03/2015    

In Bolivia

Widen your horizons

Encounter Bolivian culture in all its forms: hectic in La Paz, ancient and mysterious at Lake Titicaca with the vestiges of the Tiwanaku civilization and contemporary with the inhabitants of the floating islands, the salt workings, only means of survival around the Salar flat, and finally explore the Altiplano and its natural wonders. Stay a few more days and immerse yourself in the colonial cities of Sucre and Potosi.
From CHF 1,785.–
» Culture, white salt and blue sky

Sailing in the Med – From the creeks of Marseille to Corsica

08/05/2014    

On the Mediterranean

Let's go sailing

Reach the Mediterranean coast by train and embark on this magnificient 16 meter monohull and set sail for Marseille, the incomparable calanques, Toulon, then the west coast of Corsica, Cargèse, Ajaccio, Porto-Vecchio, the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago (Elba, Giglio, Montecristo, Pianosa), Propriano, Bonifacio. Join the boat for a 10 or 20 day cruise, or add a few days on Corsica as a stay-put.
Available soon
» Sailing in the Med – From the creeks of Marseille to Corsica

Snow-shoeing, hot-springs & the northern lights

18/10/2013    

In Iceland

Recharge your batteries with snow-shoes on your feet

The winter light in Iceland is magical, during the day the sun reflects off the ice and snow, and when dark falls the aurora borealis is spectacular. In February, the day-lenght is almost the same length as in Switzerland and there is great opportunity for snow-shoeing. The mix of snowshoes, relaxing in hot springs, the magical light and the aurora borealis is an experience not to be missed!
€ 2600
» Snow-shoeing, hot-springs & the northern lights

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