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From the glittering blue waters of Thailand’s islands, to the muted greens of Japan’s bamboo groves, to the technicolor glow of South Korea’s cities, Asia’s sights are as diverse as the cultures that call the region home. Which countries will you experience first?

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What to know before you go

COUNTRIES ON TOUR
Our Asia tours take travelers to Japan, India, and beyond, spanning snow-capped mountains and leafy rainforests. That’s right: India’s a part of Asia—as are Turkey, Jordan, and Israel.

MAJOR CITIES
Megalopolises like Tokyo and Seoul stun in scale and spirit, while gems like the Nepalese capital of Kathmandu bring big-city energy to epic natural surroundings. (It doesn’t get more epic than the Himalayas.)

CULTURAL QUICK TAKE
Whether shown in a Thai wai (a traditional, prayer-like greeting) or a Japanese bow, friendliness and hospitality are integral to the local culture—wherever your Asia trip takes you.

WHAT TO GO FOR
The terraced towers of Angkor Wat. The resplendent heights of Mount Fuji. The floating markets of Bangkok. There’s so much to see, no matter which Asia tour you choose.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES ON TOUR
Gaze out into North Korea at the DMZ and walk through Fushimi Inari’s mesmerizing orange gates in Kyoto—both on the same Asia tour package.

The Bucket List Trip

Grand Tour of Southeast Asia

Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand—and Laos on the extension? See the glimmering waters of Ha Long Bay, the towering cliffs of the Phi Phi Islands, and more of the continent’s highlights, all on one trip to Asia.

Introducing Asia

Thailand’s white-sand beaches. India’s Bengal tiger refuges. “Asia travel,” and the moments that define it, mean something different depending on where you decide to visit. The one constant: the good times you’ll have.

Your trip to Asia begins here

You could wait for inspiration to strike—or find some with a little help from our team of experts.

Bali or Thailand: Which tropical paradise should you visit?

You’ll find serene beaches, breathtaking temples, and deliciously spiced dishes in both. (Talk about a win-win.)

20 amazing things to do in Japan and why you should go

Sipping sake in its homeland? Marveling at the delicate hues of cherry blossoms? There’s more where that came from.

Why visit Bhutan, one of the happiest places on Earth?

If temples that seemingly teeter atop cliffs isn’t reason enough, the infectious joy of the Bhutanese should do the trick.

Put the “I” in “Asia”

More friends. Less planning. Traveling solo doesn’t have to mean traveling alone—and these tours of Asia help you find community while on the road.

Signature experiences for your memory vault. Why don’t you...

Explore the slopes of Mount Fuji

Step into the Aokigahara Forest, the Narusawa Ice Cave, and more. Try it on our Japan: Kyoto, the Japanese Alps & Tokyo tour.

Try your hand at crafting kimchi

Learn how to make this Korean staple—and take some home as a souvenir. Try it on our South Korea & Japan: Seoul to Tokyo tour.

Visit a Laotian buffalo dairy farm

Interested in a true farm-to-table dinner? Try it on the extension of our Grand Tour of Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand.

Snorkel off the Phi Phi Islands

Kick through the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea. Try it on our Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket.

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Experiential travel made easy

You dream it. We’ll take care of every last detail.

Pick your perfect trip

We offer 200+ immersive, guided tours around the world. Wherever you choose to go, you’ll enjoy lots of advantages that make traveling with us different.

Put just $99 down

That’s all it takes to secure a spot on one of our group tours when you sign up for AutoPay. Plus, you can pay in interest-free,
monthly installments.

Prep your packing list

While you’re deciding what to take, we’ll be busy arranging your hotels, meals, tickets, and more tour essentials. That’s what going guided is all about.

Go far (and get rewarded)

Take off on your big adventure— but why stop there? Every trip you book with us earns rewards that you can use to keep expanding your horizons.

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What travelers are saying about our Asia travel packages

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5 out of 5 stars

SE Asia tour - Sept 2024

3rd-time traveler Cynthia

I wanted to thank all the tour directors (Dang from Vietnam, Bunny from Cambodia & Chai from Thailand) for their warm hospitality, knowledge & thoughtfulness. The tour directors...

Traveled in Nov 2024 on Grand Tour of Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand

5 out of 5 stars

Grand of Tour of Thailand with Kong

1st-time traveler Carmen

After visiting Bangkok for many years, I never really got to really KNOW the true country of Thailand: the people, the culture, the beliefs, the heart and soul of the Thai people,...

Traveled in Nov 2024 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Thailand tour

2nd-time traveler Anonymous

This tour was one of the Best I’ve ever had . Kong was knowledgeable , made me feel safe ( solo traveler) , and the tour was a great sampling of the culture . Thank you to Kong...

Traveled in Nov 2024 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Exceeded all Expectations!

1st-time traveler Shirley

This was my first solo trip since becoming a widow 5 years ago. My husband and I traveled the world together, and I wasn't sure how much I would enjoy a solo trip. I decided to...

Traveled in Nov 2024 on Japan for Solo Travelers: Tokyo, Mt. Fuji & Kyoto

5 out of 5 stars

Thailand magic

1st-time traveler Harold

Thanks to Kong for being our tour director. He was organized, knowledgeable, caring, fun and always hoping to make our tour of his country memorable. He did that in a 10 star...

Traveled in Nov 2024 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

A Tour you NEED to Experience !

1st-time traveler Anonymous

This tour was amazing, and it was mostly because of our tour guide, Kong. I especially loved the cooking class, visiting the elephant sanctuary, and visiting Phuket. Kong was very...

Traveled in Nov 2024 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Trip of a lifetime of

2nd-time traveler Julie

Was a lot of fun! Solo traveler but lucked out with my group and couldn’t have done it all without our tour director, Kong. He’s amazing! He really wanted to make the trip...

Traveled in Oct 2024 on Thailand for Solo Travelers: Bangkok, Phuket & the Islands

5 out of 5 stars

Thailand & Cambodia: Exceeded Expectations

1st-time traveler Glenda

This was my first group tour and I was a bit afraid that it would be hurried or bus-on/bus-off type. However, this was not the case. Our Tour Director Soinapa "Sonya" Pankong's...

Traveled in Nov 2024 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Thailand 🇹🇭

2nd-time traveler Leah

This was an amazing trip! I was able to see so much of the country in a relatively short time. The highlight for me was canoeing through the caves off Phuket and meeting one of...

Traveled in Nov 2024 on Thailand for Solo Travelers: Bangkok, Phuket & the Islands

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Broaden your horizons

From the Pacific Ocean, Asia stretches as far west as Turkey and Jordan. That makes it the largest continent on earth—and one whose facets sparkle, no matter which perspective you view them from.

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Travel tips for Asia trips