South-East Asia

Discover one the most popular destinations in Asia, probably because of its rich and diverse culture and heritage and friendly welcomes. Explore bustling Bangkok with its Grand Palace and numerous Wats, the Phetchaburi temples and the former capital Ayutthaya. Trek through Umphang jungle, go diving and snorkelling from the many islands and beaches and go rock climbing. Sample the local Tom Yam soup, haggle at the markets and travel north to The Golden Triangle.

Timor is one of the world’s newest countries and has a fledgling tourism industry. Top of its attractions are the unspoiled seas and reefs for diving.

Explore the amazing history and culture of Vietnam from Ho Chi Minh in the south, Hoi An in the center and Hanoi in the north. Discover temples, pagodas and markets. Visit silk tailors, crawl through the Cu Chi Tunnels and see the Water Puppets. Go snorkeling in Nha Trang and cruise along the Mekong Delta and around Halong Bay.

Malaysia and Borneo; discover a rich cultural heritage from beaches and jungles, the Cameron Highlands, Borneo and the islands of Langkawi and Penang. Experience KL with its colonial history, shopping and markets. Explore Malay, Chinese and Indian culture and food. Wonder at colonial mansions, temples and mosques. Spot monkeys, orang-utans and sharks. Adventure activities include diving, rock climbing and water sports.

Myanmar, formerly Burma, is a land of sea, mountains, rivers and jungles. Explore Yangon, Mandalay and Bagan with its 4,000 Buddhist temples. Largely unexplored, the country offers much history and culture and activities and adventures.

The Philippines is a band of over 7,000 islands and offers wonderful beaches and diving. There are volcanoes and remote jungles, as well as landscapes such as the Chocolate Mountains. Explore churches and rustic villages and go surfing, diving, trekking and swim with whale sharks. Sample delicious seafood and have an outdoor massage.

The City-state of Singapore is the model modern city. Tall, modern buildings dominate the skyline and visitors experience a way of life that is unique in Asia. Discover nature and wildlife, history and culture.

Laos remains one of the most untouched countries in Asia, landlocked by its more famous neighbors. It has the Mekong River running through its land, which varies from fertile fields to forested hills dotted with Buddhist and Khmer ruins.

It’s easy to see why visitors choose Cambodia; history and culture, forests and beaches together with a wonderful climate and a laid-back attitude. Cruise the Mekong and wonder at the Khmer architecture including the unforgettable Angkor Wat.

Indonesia is a collection of 17,508 islands and a wide range of cultures and languages. Its main religion is Islam, but it also includes Buddhist Bali and a myriad of local beliefs and deities. Volcanoes, jungles, beaches, wildlife, peoples, culture, history; take your pick.