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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.

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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.

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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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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

Amazing trip!

2nd-time traveler Vedwattie

This was my 1st time going to Thailand! The Food, sightseeing, hotel was all top notch! Out tour director was amazing…and made the trip so fun!

Traveled in Oct 2024 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Exciting Thailand

1st-time traveler Colleen

If you were ever thinking of visiting Thailand do it now when you would have Kong as your guide. Thailand is best seen when you have someone like Kong who truly loves his country...

Traveled in Oct 2024 on Thailand for Solo Travelers: Bangkok, Phuket & the Islands

5 out of 5 stars

Incredible beyond any expectation

1st-time traveler DonnaCarol

This was my first experience with EF Go Ahead Tours. I knew where I wanted to go but not how to do it. From the beginning, it was hands off, take care of everything. The sites to...

Traveled in Oct 2024 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Trip

1st-time traveler Beverly

My first trip with tour guide and Kong was the absolute best. He’s set the bar high for next trip. Learned about the Thai culture and experienced many aspects of Thailand that I...

Traveled in Oct 2024 on Thailand for Solo Travelers: Bangkok, Phuket & the Islands

5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic trip

3rd-time traveler Anonymous

One of the best trips I’ve taken. Minnie was our TD in Thailand and her knowledge and dedication to her job is exceptional. The extension to Cambodia is a MUST (wish it was a...

Traveled in Oct 2024 on Grand Tour of Thailand: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket

5 out of 5 stars

Amazing tour of Thailand!

4th-time traveler Anonymous

This trip is an awesome introduction to such a beautiful country with the friendliest people! Kong was the best tour director ever! He literally thinks of everything. He is the...

Traveled in Oct 2024 on Thailand for Solo Travelers: Bangkok, Phuket & the Islands

5 out of 5 stars

Thailand

1st-time traveler Anonymous

My first trip alone without a friend or fa family. I had such a great time. EF Tours really put this trip very well. I am teally happy I did it with them. Our tour coordinator was...

Traveled in Oct 2024 on Thailand for Solo Travelers: Bangkok, Phuket & the Islands

5 out of 5 stars

Superb Solo Tour of Japan

7th-time traveler Sandra

This tour was like an intriguing smorgasbord, as it provided delightful tastes of Tokyo, Kyoto, Kobe and the Mt. Fuji region. Our tour director, Rika, was super organized and...

Traveled in Sep 2024 on Japan for Solo Travelers: Tokyo, Mt. Fuji & Kyoto

5 out of 5 stars

Well above expectations

3rd-time traveler Anonymous

Nature does not always co-operate with EF Go Ahead Tour Itineraries. Hanoi was hit by a typhoon the day before I arrived in Hanoi, and flooding followed us a couple of days...

Traveled in Sep 2024 on Grand Tour of Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand

5 out of 5 stars

A magical trip to Japan with the best tour guide!

1st-time traveler Anna

First I would like to say that Kumi our tour guide far exceeded my expectations for a tour guide. She was available 24/7 it seemed. She was knowledgeable, spoke very good English,...

Traveled in Sep 2024 on Japan: Kyoto, the Japanese Alps & Tokyo

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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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