Thanh Toan consists of a peaceful countryside where echoes of an ancient village, founded in the 16th century, is still very much visible on the landscape.

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

The Temple of Confucius was built in 1302 and is the second largest temple constructed for Confucius, the great thinker and educationalist from the days of ancient China. People flocked here to pay homage during the Yuan, Ming and Qing…

Catch a glimpse of the green turtles who every year from May to September swim to Teluk Mak Nik Beach (Monica Bay) to lay their eggs.

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…

Visit a local community where the region’s famous cashew nuts are produced and get a taste of local life on a small fishing island nearby.

Journey through Vietnam’s Demilitarized Zone with this full-day small-group tour from Hue, guided by an English-speaking expert in war history.

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.

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.

Duong Lam was one of the first villages in the country to be recognized as a national relic, with houses said to be 400 years-old.

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

Engage in a hands-on eggshell inlay workshop, visit a village known for producing the iconic Vietnamese conical hat and learn about the art of incense-making.

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

Escape the bustle of Hanoi and journey to the breathtaking Perfume Pagoda, a sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site nestled among limestone karsts and lush valleys.

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

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.

Discover Malaysian rural life in Kuala Selangor, where fishing and farming are the main jobs, although a large part of the area has also been cultivated with both palm oil and rubber plantations.

This full day of fascinating discovery includes spiritual exploration and an insight into age-old agricultural practices.

Explore remote Preah Vihear temple – Cambodia’s less-visited World Heritage Site.

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

Exploration of Chinatown’s narrow maze of energetic streets reveals colourful Peranakan shop houses, abundant hawker food stalls and ornate religious shrines.