Trade in Hong Kong Island’s frenetic activity for the quieter calms of the mountainous Lantau Island, Hong Kong’s largest island. This is home to enchanting beaches, quaint fishing villages and ancient monasteries and temples, nestled against a lush mountain backdrop.

Chengdu is the capital of southwestern Sichuan province and is best known for its most famed residents – the Giant Pandas. It is a very happy place and has been voted as China’s happiest city for many years.

The quieter area of Syriam, now known as Thanlyin, boasts a rich history, with some splendid pagodas and monuments.

Soak up the colonial charm and the arts and culture of the beautifully preserved UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town.

Under the guidance of an expert, learn how to mix primary colours to bring the colourful fabric to life.

Visit Thay Pagoda, the home of Vietnamese water puppetry, and admire the 17th-century Buddhist statues of Tay Phuong Pagoda.

Discover an amazing slice of Malaysian heritage in Kampung Baru, a community that preserves ancient practices. Includes high-tea in a local home.

Learn about the ancient Chinese practice of Feng Shui and how it shapes Singapore.

Spot some of Langkawi’s approximate 267 species of birds, about one third of which are migrants, on this tour suitable for the serious bird watcher.

Enjoy the sights of a shophouse heritage zone and view the Singapore skyline and Singapore River by night.

Chinese people love tea – it is more than just a drink; it is a way of life and an intrinsic part of ancient Chinese culture. China has many styles of tea ceremonies and various ways of brewing tea.

Literally translated as ‘wind and water’, Feng Shui follows the principle of humans living in harmony with nature. This ancient philosophy originates from Chinese respect for the environment and the belief that cosmological influences strongly affect our everyday lives.

Listen to our guide’s informative insight into tea culture while enjoying the breath-taking view of the lush landscape.

Explore the colourful city of Ipoh, where you visit cultural sites and taste delicious local cuisines.

Back in the 1930s, at the beginning of World War Two, thousands of German Jews escaped Nazi persecution by fleeing to Shanghai, making the city the Oriental ‘Noah's Ark’. At a time when few countries were welcoming, Shanghai opened its…

Hear the call of the wild in the forests of Borneo and learn more about the world's precious creatures, from orangutans to sun bears and proboscis monkeys.

Soak up Cambodia’s rich culture during this temple-hopping trip to Tonle Bati, an area home to 12th to 13th century Angkorian temples.

This exploration is influenced by oriental traditions and it will reveal an ‘unseen’ part of Ho Chi Minh City that is off the established tourist trail.

The hutongs are a labyrinth of narrow lanes in the old quarter of Beijing that date back over 300 years. They are draped in history and the unique architecture offers an insight into past times in the capital, before glass…

Ride through the narrow alleys of Kuala Lumpur in search of the best street food and diverse cultural experiences.

Head to the ‘Tip of Borneo’ and experience rural life amid the scenic countryside, paddy fields and local artisan villages along the way.