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Awaken your senses and join us in some of the world's most vibrant destinations. From the extraordinary temples of Thailand to India's glorious Taj Mahal, our escorted tours of Asia offer a bewitching combination of UNESCO-listed attractions, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and most of all, extraordinary memories.
Head to South Asia, where the marvels of India's Golden Triangle await you, or join one of our immersive Asia tour holidays across Southeast Asia. Discover the delicious street food of Thailand, cruise through the waterways and rice fields of Vietnam, and explore the ancient temples of Cambodia - all thoughtfully included in our expertly crafted collection of Asia tour packages.
And then of course there's East Asia, where Japan boasts a unique blend of tradition, colour, and modernity. From neon-lit Tokyo to enchanting bamboo forests and serene shrines, our Asian holidays invite you to experience incredible landscapes and cultural richness each step of the way. Whether you want to spot leopards on safari in Sri Lanka or attend a traditional tea ceremony, our Asia tours promise unique experiences and unforgettable moments on this diverse continent.
Book one of our multi-destination Asia holidays and discover a fascinating region bursting with ancient customs, contemporary bustle, adventures and spirituality. From the pagodas of Kathmandu to the ancient wonders of Petra, our carefully crafted Asia tour packages are the stuff of dreams - designed to help you see more, stress less, and experience everything this magical continent has to offer.
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Travelling to Asia as a solo traveller does not need to be overwhelming. We have a range of tours that are exclusively for solo travellers including in Asia. We also do a range of departures on our other tours which do not charge a solo supplement - keep your eyes peeled for the 'no single supplement' message.
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Uncover the complexities of the continent’s cultures, and savour the taste of the varied, complex cuisines for which Asia is so renowned, as well as its famously warm hospitality. As the world's largest continent, Asia is home to a great variety of cuisines, making any Asia holiday a foodie delight.
Every Asian country has its own cuisine based on the local culture, climate, historical traditions, and of course, available ingredients. Still, there are characteristics that are shared across the continent's cuisine, such as a liberal use of spices, resulting in bold and extremely flavourful food. Other common ingredients include garlic, seafood, ginger, soy, chillies and tofu. Rice is an almost ubiquitous staple, although the type favoured differs from region to region. Curry is another popular dish throughout much of the continent, with northern countries generally opting for a yoghurt base while their southern counterparts prefer to use coconut milk.
The cuisines of this vast continent can be roughly divided into several categories, with the most famous arguably being northeast, southwest and southeast. Northeast style cooking hails from countries including China, Japan and Korea. Food here is not only used for nourishment but as medicine to heal various ailments and enable long lives. The second style of Asian cuisine is southwest. This type of cuisine can be found in countries such as India, Sri Lanka and Pakistan, and features many dishes that are familiar to Western visitors, with curry, naan, and kebabs all on the region's menus. Other staples here include rice, other breads such as chapati, and beans. The third and final most well-known food culture in Asia can be defined as southeast. Found in countries like Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia, it generally consists of fresh, quickly prepared food that is flavourful and well seasoned. Fish sauce is traditionally used in many dishes, as is lemongrass, rice and tamarind.
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