Destinations
In Situ Tours covers a wide range of destinations, including East Asia, Europe, Getaways closer to home, and Trips of a Lifetime.
South Korea
In Situ Tours specializes in South Korea, a small country that represents in miniature so many aspects of our contemporary world.
South Korea is a unique blend of east and west, ancient and modern, secular and religious, urban techno-centric and rural agricultural. So many aspects of the contemporary world are represented in miniature — and yet, it’s all done in South Korea's inimitable way.
Through their artistic gifts and story-telling South Koreans have mastered the art of soft power via a special brand of popular culture called hallyu, or “Korean wave.” Korea’s cultural influence has spread throughout Asia, the Middle East, South America, Europe, and even the US. Go BTS! 😘 The small country is conscious of its increasingly prominent role on the world stage.
Each region of this easily-traversed country has much to offer and something for every traveler, from cities, mountains, islands, and coasts, to culture, music, history, philosophy, and food.
Let In Situ Tours help you craft a personalized tour, or aid in planning a longer-term stay.
East & Southeast Asia
From Japan to Taiwan; from Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, and Malaysia to the island archipelagos of Indonesia and the Philippines, In Situ Tours encourages sustainable soft adventure travel to these jewels of East and Southeast Asia.
Not to mention the world class cities of Singapore, Hong Kong, and Macau…
Often thought of as “exotic” destinations, the countries of East and Southeast Asia, whether they be Asian Tigers or Tiger “cubs”, have been in various stages of rapid modernization and economic development for decades. Yet each retains deep marks of ancient civilizational pasts, and exhibits varied paths of determined exit from colonialism. Each culture offers a fascinating study of movement into, through, and past the “modern” era.
Working carefully with vetted and trusted partners, In Situ Tours seeks out sustainable options for tours, lodging, and transport, and we help digital nomads and tourists alike to make the most of their time in Asia through small group adventure tours and custom-designed independent itineraries. The aim is to immerse you in the region’s abundant culture, history, biodiversity, and natural beauty.
Europe
North, south, east, west, and central, In Situ has been all over Europe, and we love it.
Sustainable travelers avoid overtourism. Europe is ideal for rail vacations, bicycling, walking, and trekking. From vibrant regional cities to rural villages with quaint inns, bucolic countryside. Enjoy farm-to-table food, vineyards and wine-tasting, seaside getaways, and historic villas and castles. Explore intriguing small art museums, medieval churches, and architecture representing every cultural era. Visit must-see attractions during the off-season to avoid crowds.
In Situ Tours helps independent travelers to Europe plan their own custom trip, combining any countries and focusing on a travel style you prefer. We prefer to take it slow and savor all this rich and cultivated continent has to offer.
Getaways
A getaway trip is intrinisically more sustainable than venturing to another continent because it’s in your own backyard.
Sustainable travelers seek alternatives to air travel. Travelers from the US can easily escape to the vast national and state parks, recreation areas, and local cultural attractions of the US and Canada. Domestic travel is highly recommended for your beach, hiking, camping, leisure-seeking, and recreation or wellness-focused vacation or break. Consider renting an RV, glamping, or a rail vacation via Amtrak.
If you’d like to venture a little further afield, In Situ Tours can help. We can plan
river or coastal cruises, including to continental North America and Alaska
sustainable all-inclusive resort vacations to Mexico or the Caribbean (yes, there are a few sustainable resorts, and we can help you find them!)
small group adventure tours to Mexico and Central America, to travel economically and get off the beaten path
custom-designed tours focused on nature and culture, perfect for families or small educational groups.
Trips of a Lifetime
One-of-a-kind places deserve to be visited once in a lifetime.
In Situ doesn’t really do bucket lists. World travel isn’t about covering a world map with pins marking how many countries you’ve visited. Rather, for once in a lifetime trips, we believe you should invest in immersive experiences without parallel, including studying up ahead of time. These are the world class places we choose:
Israel and Jordan; Egypt and Sinai
Armenia and Georgia; the ‘Stans and Silk Road
Bhutan; China, Tibet, Mongolia
Peru and Bolivia; Patagonia (Chile, Argentina)
Africa, including conservation-focused safaris
Expedition cruises to the Galapagos, the Amazon, Antarctica, and the South Pacific
In Situ arranges custom tours for couples, families, and small group. Watch for in-house offerings, complete with pre-trip educational programs to prepare for immersion in these magnificent cultures and natural wonders.
