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Asia tours discovery guide

From the glittering blue waters of Thailand’s islands, to the muted greens of Japan’s bamboo groves, to the technicolor glow of South Korea’s cities, Asia’s sights are as diverse as the cultures that call the region home. Which countries will you experience first?

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What to know before you go

COUNTRIES ON TOUR
Our Asia tours take travelers to Japan, India, and beyond, spanning snow-capped mountains and leafy rainforests. That’s right: India’s a part of Asia—as are Turkey, Jordan, and Israel.

MAJOR CITIES
Megalopolises like Tokyo and Seoul stun in scale and spirit, while gems like the Nepalese capital of Kathmandu bring big-city energy to epic natural surroundings. (It doesn’t get more epic than the Himalayas.)

CULTURAL QUICK TAKE
Whether shown in a Thai wai (a traditional, prayer-like greeting) or a Japanese bow, friendliness and hospitality are integral to the local culture—wherever your Asia trip takes you.

WHAT TO GO FOR
The terraced towers of Angkor Wat. The resplendent heights of Mount Fuji. The floating markets of Bangkok. There’s so much to see, no matter which Asia tour you choose.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES ON TOUR
Gaze out into North Korea at the DMZ and walk through Fushimi Inari’s mesmerizing orange gates in Kyoto—both on the same Asia tour package.

The Bucket List Trip

Grand Tour of Southeast Asia

Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand—and Laos on the extension? See the glimmering waters of Ha Long Bay, the towering cliffs of the Phi Phi Islands, and more of the continent’s highlights, all on one trip to Asia.

Introducing Asia

Thailand’s white-sand beaches. India’s Bengal tiger refuges. “Asia travel,” and the moments that define it, mean something different depending on where you decide to visit. The one constant: the good times you’ll have.

Your trip to Asia begins here

You could wait for inspiration to strike—or find some with a little help from our team of experts.

Bali or Thailand: Which tropical paradise should you visit?

You’ll find serene beaches, breathtaking temples, and deliciously spiced dishes in both. (Talk about a win-win.)

20 amazing things to do in Japan and why you should go

Sipping sake in its homeland? Marveling at the delicate hues of cherry blossoms? There’s more where that came from.

Why visit Bhutan, one of the happiest places on Earth?

If temples that seemingly teeter atop cliffs isn’t reason enough, the infectious joy of the Bhutanese should do the trick.

Put the “I” in “Asia”

More friends. Less planning. Traveling solo doesn’t have to mean traveling alone—and these tours of Asia help you find community while on the road.

Signature experiences for your memory vault. Why don’t you...

Explore the slopes of Mount Fuji

Step into the Aokigahara Forest, the Narusawa Ice Cave, and more. Try it on our Japan: Kyoto, the Japanese Alps & Tokyo tour.

Try your hand at crafting kimchi

Learn how to make this Korean staple—and take some home as a souvenir. Try it on our South Korea & Japan: Seoul to Tokyo tour.

Visit a Laotian buffalo dairy farm

Interested in a true farm-to-table dinner? Try it on the extension of our Grand Tour of Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand.

Snorkel off the Phi Phi Islands

Kick through the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea. Try it on our Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket.

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You dream it. We’ll take care of every last detail.

Pick your perfect trip

We offer 200+ immersive, guided tours around the world. Wherever you choose to go, you’ll enjoy lots of advantages that make traveling with us different.

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Prep your packing list

While you’re deciding what to take, we’ll be busy arranging your hotels, meals, tickets, and more tour essentials. That’s what going guided is all about.

Go far (and get rewarded)

Take off on your big adventure— but why stop there? Every trip you book with us earns rewards that you can use to keep expanding your horizons.

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What travelers are saying about our Asia travel packages

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5 out of 5 stars

Bali, Java & Komodo

2nd-time traveler Juanita

It was an amazing tour of incredible locations and experiences. The best part of the tour was interacting with the people of this beautiful region. They were so kind, gentle and...

Traveled in Feb 2025 on Bali & Java: Culture & Landscapes of Indonesia

5 out of 5 stars

Best travel investment ever!

1st-time traveler Mary

Since gone are the days of travel agents- now make way for a better way to travel! I am an avid world traveler and I have hired guides for help in the past -but nothing prepared...

Traveled in Feb 2025 on Thailand for Solo Travelers: Bangkok, Phuket & the Islands

5 out of 5 stars

Memorable Thailand Tour

1st-time traveler Rebecca

Everything about this tour was top notch. Our guide, “Minnie,” made the experience fun and memorable. I highly recommend this tour.

Traveled in Feb 2025 on Thailand for Solo Travelers: Bangkok, Phuket & the Islands

5 out of 5 stars

Indonesia go ahead tour review

1st-time traveler Hanna Jean

This tour was incredible. I learned so unbelievably much and we had the best tour director and guides. Putri and Gede really stood out as the most thorough and hardworking people...

Traveled in Feb 2025 on Bali & Java: Culture & Landscapes of Indonesia

5 out of 5 stars

Amazing experience!

1st-time traveler Anonymous

A friend suggested EF Tours and my expectations were met and exceeded. Thank you to Kong - the best guide ever! Kong’s enthusiasm and passion for his country of Thailand was such...

Traveled in Feb 2025 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Indonesian Charm

4th-time traveler Fraser

I thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Bali, Java and the Komodo Island area. Our Tour Director, Putri provided a consistently thorough approach with respect to the delivery of each...

Traveled in Feb 2025 on Bali & Java: Culture & Landscapes of Indonesia

5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Thai Tour!

1st-time traveler Jan

Outstanding tour in all respects, this offers a great cross-section of Thailand. Buatoei Kongka (“Kong”) is a superlative tour director — his enthusiasm and high energy, love of...

Traveled in Feb 2025 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Thailand and Cambodia February 2025

1st-time traveler Colette

Honestly there are few words to explain how fantastic my trip was. EF Tours was so in tuned with what travelers like and want to experience from a trip like this. I learned so...

Traveled in Feb 2025 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Grand Tour of Thailand-Team “Sticky Rice”

1st-time traveler Muang

To be honest, my first thought of traveling to Thailand (my birth place) with a tour guide & group was not my first choice, especially since I have traveled there twice already....

Traveled in Jan 2025 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

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Broaden your horizons

From the Pacific Ocean, Asia stretches as far west as Turkey and Jordan. That makes it the largest continent on earth—and one whose facets sparkle, no matter which perspective you view them from.

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Travel tips for Asia trips