Amazing Asia

Who’s ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Experience the wonder of the East on this incredible itinerary of the best of Asia.

Choose from two options:

• Option 1: Thailand – Cambodia – Vietnam – Bali
• Option 2: Sri Lanka – Thailand – Cambodia – Vietnam - Philippines – Bali – Borneo

The trip is customisable, so if you want to add in or take out any destinations, just let us know and we can help you tailor your trip!

Thai Intro Plus (13 days)

Your amazing adventure begins with the one and only Bangkok. Cruise down canals on longtail boats, explore ancient temples, learn to cook Thai-style and party the night away on Khao San Road. Next up it’s Khao Sok National Park. Go tubing, kayaking and hiking through the lush heart of the park, and stay in a floating bungalow and a jungle treehouse (100% as cool as it sounds!) A trip to Thailand wouldn’t be complete without some time on its stunning islands. Hop on the boat to the party isle of Koh Phangan for dazzling white sands and swaying palms. Take a snorkelling trip, learn some Muay Thai, get a traditional massage, and relaxxxxx. The next slice of paradise is pretty Phi Phi, for jungle hikes, a speedboat trip and some seriously big nights out. We’ve just got time to squeeze in one more gorgeous island – lively Phuket, where you can enjoy the world class beaches and visit an amazing elephant sanctuary.

Cambodia Intro (10 days)

First stop in Cambodia is Phnom Penh. Learn all about Cambodia’s tragic history at S21 Prison and the Killing Fields. Then head to the dreamy riverside town of Kampot for river tubing, sunset boat trips, pepper plantation visits and a Khmer cooking class. Next, hop on a boat to the stunning island of Koh Rong Samloem.Think swaying palms and turquoise seas. Take a boat trip round the island’s best swimming and snorkelling spots, dance the night away under the stars at our beach party, and feel any tension melt away with a Khmer massage. Then make tracks for Siem Reap, for floating village visits, and a bucket-list biggie – sunrise over Angkor Wat – just amazing.

Vietnam Adventure Plus (15 days)

The busting streets of historic Hanoi are your intro to this Asian giant. Take a rickshaw tour of the Old Quarter, pick up some souvenirs on the famous “36 streets” and slurp some pho with the locals. Head to the atmospheric hill station of Sapa for misty mountain views and some world-class trekking. Hike through rugged valleys, past emerald green paddy fields, and learn about the various ethnic tribes in the area. Next, it’s another bucket-list alert, with an overnight boat trip on Ha Long Bay (on a luxury boat with hot tub – this is living!) Back on dry land, make tracks for beautiful Ninh Binh for bike rides, riverboat trips and the spectacular Dragon Mountain Viewpoint. Then we’ll head to the ancient town of Hoi An where you can try your hand at crab-catching, learn how to make traditional lanterns and spend a day on a local beach. Take a flight to the charming chaos of Ho Chi Minh City. Explore the city’s banging nightlife before slowing it right down in the Mekong Delta. Visit floating markets, see how life here revolves around the waterways. Wrap up your Vietnam experience with another day in Ho Chi Minh City, learning about the Vietnam War in the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels, before one more big HCMC night out.

Bali Intro Plus (15 days)

Welcome to beautiful Bali where tropical beaches are available on demand! Your first stop is the stylish resort of Seminyak, where the boutique shopping and chic beach bars are as good as the scenery. Then follow the good vibes down the coast to groovy Canggu. Take a surf lesson with some local pros and bum around on the beach with the hipsters. Next up it’s lovely Lovina with a stop at some majestic temples and a waterfall on the way. Meet some local families, learn the traditional Balinese art of basket weaving, go on a dolphin spotting trip and get a taste of how the 1% live with a stay in a pimped out private villa! Meet the cheeky locals at Monkey Forest in Ubud, learn how to cook Balinese food, and take an unforgettable trek up a volcano at dawn. Next, hop on the fast ferry to the idyllic island of Gili Trawangan for jaw-dropping views, white sands, and an incredible boat cruise around all three of the Gilis. Then it’s back to the fast ferry for two nights on gorgeous Nusa Lembongan, where you’ll take a private boat round the island, stopping to snorkel with majestic manta rays! Finish up with one last night in a hip beach club resort in Seminyak.

Sri Lanka Intro (12 days - option 2 only)

Kick off the Sri Lankan leg of your trip in the beachside town of Negombo. Explore the charming Old Quarter by tuk tuk and chill on the beach before heading to Dambulla for glamping, river cruises and visit the imposing Sigiriya Rock. Next stop is colourful Kandy, where we’ll visit a fragrant spice garden and the sacred Temple of the Tooth. Then we’ll stop at a tea plantation before taking one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world, to Ella. Soak up Ella’s laid-back vibe, hike up Little Adam’s Peak, and fill your Insta with pics from the breathtaking Nine Arches Bridge. Then, how does one of Asia’s premier wildlife locations sound? Udawalawe National Park is home to wild elephants, crocodiles, monkeys and countless species of bird. Take a dawn safari before making your way down the coast to our eco resort in stunning Tallala, learn to surf on laid-back Welligama Beach and finish up in Mirissa – one of the prettiest beach resorts in the whole of Sri Lanka. Spend a really special day at a Buddhist monastery, learning about life, the universe and everything from the student monks. Then enjoy a last night on Mirissa’s sands with the gang.

Philippines Intro (13 days - option 2 only)

Ready for paradise? Spend a night in busy Manila before hitting the beach in style, in spectacular Siquijor. Visit the local shamans, splash about in the sparkling water of Cambugahay Falls and take a snorkelling trip where there’s so much marine life, it’s like swimming in an aquarium! The lively resort of Moalboal is next, with a stop on the way at Kawasan Falls, for a spot of adrenaline-fuelled canyoneering. Make like Attenborough in Moalboal as you swim with a vast shoal of fish on the town’s famous sardine run. Then take a flight to the beautiful island of Busuanga where you’ll join a mountain hike and visit a picturesque hot spring. Next, you’ll board a traditional banca boat, ready for an epic three-day boat trip. Cruise through jewel-like waters, snorkel with thousands of colourful fish and spend two nights on desert islands, under skies full of stars. The boat trip ends on Palawan. Spend three nights blissing out in exquisite El Nido, soaking up the sun, taking a jeep tour of the island and enjoying a traditional Filipino massage – it’s heaven on Earth.

Borneo Express (8 days - option 2 only)

Borneo is a special destination, especially for animal-lovers. Kick off with a night in Kota Kinabalu, before making tracks to sleepy little Tambatuon for a night in a traditional homestay. Travel on to the Kinabatangan River for three nights in an atmospheric jungle lodge where you’ll take an evening croc-spotting cruise, a dawn river safari and venture into the jungle with your guide to look for monkeys and pygmy elephants. Sepilok is next on the itinerary. Visit the Orang-utan Rehabilitation Centre, and get up close with these amazing apes, before learning about the world’s smallest bears at the Sun Bear Project. Then take a boat to Libaran Island for an incredible tour of the island’s turtle hatchery. If you’re lucky, you might get to see turtles laying eggs, or some of the young turtles being released back into the sea. Your Borneo Express finishes up with a short flight back to Kota Kinabalu, where you’ll enjoy one last night with your new mates.  

For a full day-by-day itinerary and details of the unique accommodation included, download our trip notes.