Asian Discovery

Discover Asia on this stunning combo trip! Bringing together three of our most popular Asian tours, this fantastic package shows you the very best this magical continent has to offer!

This package includes:

1. Southeast Asia Adventure (33 days)
2. China Adventure (27 days)
3. Japan Adventure (15 days)

Please note: Flights between tours are not included. Speak to our flights team for great deals on flights.

Please note: We try to organise our combo packages so that each tour runs straight after the previous one finishes. On some start dates, there may be some time between the end of one tour and the beginning of the next. Accommodation and activities on these spare days are at your own cost. Please speak to a travel advisor for more information as sometimes the dates may work better by doing the destinations in a different order.

Southeast Asia Adventure: 33 Days

Explore 4 countries in 33 days on this epic group tour! Journey through Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam and soak up the beauty, culture and party life of Southeast Asia!

The itinerary runs as follows:

Day 1: Bangkok, Thailand. Touch down in Bangkok and make your way to your starting accommodation. Settle in and relax after your flight.

Day 2: Bangkok, Thailand. Spend the day easing into the Thai way of life. Enjoy a drink this evening before boarding a sleeper train/bus to Chiang Mai.

Day 3: Elephant sanctuary & homestay. Arrive in Chiang Mai, and then take the bus to a local elephant sanctuary. Feed the elephants and trek through the jungle to the river (no riding), where you’ll give them a wash. Stop at a waterfall before arriving at your homestay this evening.

Days 4 - 6: Chiang Mai. Trek to a local hill tribe village on the morning of day 3 before heading back to Chiang Mai. You’ve got lots of optional activities to choose from while you’re here, including a cooking class, Muay Thai, zip-lining, white-water rafting, trekking, temple visits and a biking tour.

Days 7 – 9: Luang Prabang, Laos. Take the flight to Luang Prabang - a charming colonial city with a dreamy atmosphere. We’ll visit the fairy-tale Kuang Si Waterfalls while we’re here. We’ve got a number of exciting optional activities too, from helping at a school to visiting the ethnic villages around the city.

Days 10 - 11: Vang Vieng. Stop for a dip at the crystal clear Blue Lagoon 2 on our way to picturesque Vang Vieng. Spend the next couple of days chilling by the river, hiking into the lush surrounding countryside, or book one of our optionals, including bike rides, rock-climbing and tubing.

Days 12 – 13: Hanoi, Vietnam. Fly to the Vietnamese capital. Dump your bags and head out for dinner, followed by an optional bar crawl. On day 12, visit Hoa Lo prison, or just explore the Old Quarter at your own pace, sampling Vietnamese coffee at one of the street side cafes.

Days 14 - 15: Ha Long Bay. Take an unforgettable 2-day cruise through the emerald green waters of Ha Long Bay. With stops at floating villages and a stay on your own private island you’ll be talking about this for years to come!

Days 16 – 17: Phong Nha. Nestled at the base of soaring limestone cliffs, Phong Na is surrounded by lush forest and is still mostly undiscovered. We’ve got some great optional activities from a coffee tasting trip, to a bike ride to Bong Lai Village and a day in pristine Phong Na-Khe Bang National Park.

Days 18 – 19: Hoi An. Hoi An is an ancient town, with yellow-toned buildings and Chinese shop-houses, lit up by hundreds of colourful lanterns at night. It’s an amazing place to chill and soak up the atmosphere, but we’ve also got trips to the Vietnamese ‘Disneyland’, a coconut basket boat experience, a local farm visit and a day at the beach on offer.

Days 20 – 22: Ho Chi Minh City. Fly from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City - a throbbing powerhouse of a city, where the scooters never sleep! Take a walking tour of the city, join an optional waterbus tour, visit the night market, go on a bar crawl and visit the Cu Chi tunnels or the War Remnants Museum to learn about the impact of the Vietnam War.

Day 23: Phnom Penh. Tick another country off your list today as we hop across the border and head to the capital of Cambodia. Take a walking tour of the city upon arrival and have the evening to relax and explore.

Day 24: Phnom Penh.  We’ll visit the infamous S21 Prison to learn about the country’s tragic history. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit the Killing Fields and the magnificent Grand Palace.

Days 25 – 27: Koh Rong, Cambodia. Take the boat to Koh Rong. The island offers pristine beaches, affordable prices and a laid-back vibe. Enjoy a beach party, optional scuba diving and a full day and night adventure boat cruise where we’ll sleep in hammocks under the stars on a deserted beach!

Day 28: Siem Reap. Relax on the beach in the morning before taking an overnight sleeper bus to Siem Reap.

Days 29 – 31: Siem Reap & Angkor Wat.  Arrive into Siem Reap  and take a walking tour of the city. The following days you can take an optional trip to a floating village, see the legendary Cambodian Circus, or go on a ‘boozy bike tour’! The day fater starts with a real bucket-list moment – watching the sun come up over Angkor Wat! There’s also a group dinner and bar crawl on offer later. It’s your last chance to celebrate with your travel buddies before the trip ends, so make the most of it!

Day 32: Siem Reap, Cambodia – Bangkok, Thailand. Come full circle and take the bus back to Bangkok today. Enjoy a final night of celebration with your group.

Day 33: Bangkok, Thailand. Tour ends. Depart at any time. Airport transfers are not included but are easy to arrange.

China Adventure: 27 Days

This fantastic group tour takes in the very best of this enchanting country. Starting and ending in Hong Kong, you’ll discover the delights of Chengdu, the majesty of Xi’an and even spend a night camping on the Great Wall of China!

The itinerary runs as follows:

Day 1: Hong Kong. Arrive and settle into your accommodation.

Day 2-6: Yangshuo. Transfer to Yangshuo by train and experience an included bamboo rafting experience. Enjoy free time in the area before transferring to Chengdu on the evening of day 6.

Day 7-9: Chengdu. Meet Giant Pandas at a Breeding Research Centre and visit the beautiful Wenshu Temple. Travel to Chengdu on an overnight train on day 9.

Day 10-11: Xi’an. Get involved in awesome optional activities in this bustling city. Visit the impressive Terracotta Warriors, one of the wonders of the ancient world, and make a difference by volunteering at a soup kitchen or home for the disadvantaged.

Day 12-13: Dengfeng. Travel to Dengfeng and visit a local children's centre. Watch a Kung Fu show and practise your language skills during an evening Mandarin lesson. Enjoy free time on day 13 before transferring to Beijing overnight.

Day 14-16: Beijing. Tuck into a meal at a local farm before trekking to the Great Wall and setting up camp. Prepare for an unforgettable sunset/sunrise. Enjoy 2 days of free time in the city.

Day 17-19: Hangzhou – Shanghai. Explore the beautiful rural landscapes of Hangzhou. Wander the Misty Forest and climb to the peak of magical Jiuyao Mountain. Enjoy another Mandarin lesson and then take a train to Shanghai.

Day 22-22: Shanghai. Discover the most populous city in the world with 2 free days!

Day 23-25: Fujian Province. Venture into China’s picturesque Fujian province. Spend a night in a traditional roundhouse, visit local temples and camp out on a tea plantation. Pick and taste tea before taking a night train to Guangzhou.

Day 26-27: Hong Kong. Travel back to Hong Kong. Tour ends on day 27. Time to head to Japan for the next leg of your adventure!

Please note: This itinerary is for guidance only and may vary.

Please note: This tour uses public transport to get to activities and to transfer between hostels and train stations. Most overnight train journeys are unaccompanied, but one guide will put you on the train and you will be met at the end by another guide. Due to the Chinese rail booking system, we cannot guarantee that all members of the group will be seated or berthed together when travelling on trains, although our guides will make every effort to ensure you are seated as close together as possible. 

Japan Adventure: 15 days

This stunning 2-week adventure shows you the fantastic culture, landmarks and people of Japan. You’ll discover vibrant cities, serene mountains and tranquil temples, plus you’ll learn new skills such a sushi making!

The itinerary runs as follows:

Day 1-5: Tokyo. Uncover the weird and wonderful life of Tokyo! Explore Shinjuku, learn to prepare sashimi, wander around the sumo training districts, get swallowed by crowds of commuters at Shibuya, visit the Imperial Palace and more!

Day 6: Kamakura. See the iconic Great Buddha and check out the nearby island of Enoshima.

Day 7: Hakone. See Mount Fuji in style on the Hakone Ropeway and then board a pirate ship to cross Lake Ashi!

Day 8-11: Kyoto. Discover the beauty of colourful Kyoto. Wander the eastern hills, visit Monkey Park, raft down the Hozagawa River, explore the Arashiyama bamboo forest, run through the red torii gates of Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, relax in a tranquil Buddhist rock garden and more!

Day 12: Hiroshima. Learn about the painful history of Hiroshima, the site of the world’s first nuclear attack.

Day 13-14: Osaka/Tokyo. Visit Osaka Castle and enjoy electric nightlife before enjoying a farewell trip to the Umeda Sky Tower. Return to Tokyo on Day 14 for a final night in the city.

Day 15: Tour ends. Your epic Asian Discovery adventure comes to an end today!

Please note: For more detailed itinerary information, please download the trip notes.