For nearly a half-century Empress Dowager Cixi (1835-1908) used her cunningness and connections to rule China from behind the throne.

Travel 110 km south of Hanoi to explore the landscape of towering limestone karsts at Tam Coc Caves.

Journey towards Ratchaburi province, stopping en route at a sugar palm factory before boarding a boat for a fascinating cruise through canals to the floating market.

Take a sobering step back in time with a visit to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, the former school that was transformed into S-21 during the brutal Khmer Rouge.

Uncover the heart of Bali’s cultural and physical landscape with an exploration of a traditional house, a wood carving village and scenic rice terraces.

Take a sobering step back in time with a visit to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Cheung Ek Killing Fields.

Capture the essence of Hong Kong Island on this half-day tour. Many of the iconic images associated with Hong Kong come from here – glitzy skyscrapers, opulent hotels, legendary landmarks and looming mountains.

Explore Bangkok and Ayutthaya before cycling in the 13th-century city of Sukhothai. The journey continues to Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle region before ending in Chiang Mai.

Catch a tuk tuk to discover the might of the Angkor Empire with a half-day exploration of Angkor Thom, an historic 12th century site.

This inspirational half-day tour unveils landmark attractions in the fascinating city of Medan.

A one hour drive from Hua Hin through the pineapple and coconut plantations of Sam Roi Yod takes us to a typical Thai fishing village, followed by a boat ride to the beach below Phrayanakorn Cave.

Our half-day walking tour takes in some of the city’s most iconic sites, including Sule Pagoda, City Hall and Maha Bandoola Garden.

Explore My Son, the capital and religious centre of the former Champa Kingdom, before continuing with a half-day walking tour of Hoi An.

Situated in the south-western region of China, the capital of Yunnan province is known as the ‘city of eternal spring' for its pleasant year-round climate.

Explore Bangkok and Ayutthaya before cycling in the 13th-century city of Sukhothai. The journey continues to Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle region before ending in Chiang Mai.

Capture the essence of Hong Kong Island on this half-day tour. Many of the iconic images associated with Hong Kong come from here – glitzy skyscrapers, opulent hotels, legendary landmarks and looming mountains.

Board a speedboat to explore this world famous destination, including Pileh Lagoon and secluded bays that are ideal for relaxing, swimming or snorkelling.

Visit the amazing Grand Palace and the famed Emerald Buddha, the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho and the solid gold Buddha at Wat Traimit.

A trip to this Thai phenomenon is like travelling back to the ancient times of the Siam Kingdom where colourful clad merchants paddle along the narrow canals.

Enjoy a blooming great half-day exploring Gardens by the Bay, which is home to more than 500,000 plants from over 2,200 species.

The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, set in a nature reserve in Sarawak, is the best place to view semi-wild orangutans who have been rescued from captivity.