Best of Asia

Arrival
Upon arrival, your driver meets you at the airport and takes you to your centrally located hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Highlights of Hong Kong

Your journey starts at the iconic Victoria Peak, where you'll delve into the historical significance of the British colonization in 1842 and understand why this spot was chosen. As you meander downhill from the peak, you'll explore the old City of Victoria, including the early settlements along Hollywood Road.  Venture beyond the usual landmarks into the heart of local suburbs. 

Your path will lead you through a mosaic of experiences - from the traditional Aberdeen fishing village to the lively Stanley Market. 

You'll navigate through famous street markets like the Temple Street Market, and Ladies Street Market, and specialized markets such as Goldfish Street and Bird Market. Each market offers a unique glimpse into the local lifestyle and commerce.  Discover serene oases amidst the urban hustle at the Chi Lin Nunnery and Nan Lien Gardens. These lesser-known spots offer a tranquil retreat and a chance to uncover secrets known mostly to locals.

Departure

Following breakfast you check out of the hotel and depart from Hong Kong.

Arrival

Upon arrival, your driver meets you and takes you to your centrally located hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Exploring Tiananmen Square & the Forbidden City

In the morning, you meet your guide and go on an amazing sightseeing tour around the most renowned Beijing landmarks.

You start with a visit to the legendary Tiananmen Square, where the mausoleum of Mao Zedong, the National Museum of China, the House of People's Meetings and the monument to the National Heroes are located.

Then you enjoy a guided walking tour through the former residence of the Ming and Qing dynasties - the Forbidden City. You explore its numerous awe-inspiring halls and mysterious temples.

Following lunch, you visit the fantastic ensemble of lakes, gardens and imperial buildings - the Summer Palace, and take a walk at the famous Silk Store, where you can buy some traditional Chinese souvenirs and various silk products.

After the tour, you return to the hotel and have the rest of the day free. 

The Great Wall of China & Ming Tombs Tour

Begin a wonderful guided tour of the real icon of the country - the Great Wall of China, to see one of its best-preserved and unique sections that have fewer tourists - the Mutianyu Great Wall.

After spending some unforgettable time strolling at this majestic man-made miracle of the world's architecture you enjoy lunch in a local restaurant followed by a visit to the Jade Factory where you will learn more about the process of carving into the jade and creating amazing pieces of art.

Your tour finishes with a visit to the famous Ming Tombs - the burial site of 13 Ming Dynasty emperors. You are then transferred back to Beijing and have the rest of the day at leisure.

Departure

Following breakfast you check out of the hotel and depart from Beijing.

Arrival

Welcome to Shanghai - the largest city in China and its most significant seaport. 

Upon arrival, your driver takes you to your hotel for check-in and the rest of the day is free. 

Shanghai Highlights City Tour

Meet your guide in your hotel lobby and embark on a personalized journey through Shanghai in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Your tour begins at the Shanghai Museum, home to 120,000 rare cultural relics. Then, visit the Jade Buddha Temple to admire its stunning White Jade Buddhas and learn about Buddhist traditions.

After a local lunch, explore the Yu Garden, a masterpiece of classical Chinese landscaping, and stroll through the lively Old City God Temple area. Next, head to The Bund for breathtaking skyline views of modern skyscrapers and colonial landmarks.

Wander the charming streets of the Former French Concession, known for its European-style architecture, boutiques, and cafés. Conclude your tour in Xintiandi, a vibrant district blending historic Shikumen houses with trendy shops, restaurants, and bars.

Departure

Following breakfast in your hotel, you will take a private transfer to the train station.

Arrival
Welcome to the capital of South Korea - Seoul!

Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to your hotel for the check-in. The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip or start your independent exploration of the huge metropolis that has it all: from modern skyscrapers to pop culture, Buddhist temples, palaces and street markets.

Seoul Sightseeing Tour

Embark on a private amazing city tour of Seoul.

Your start your exploration with a visit to Jogyesa Temple. After the visit of Jogyesa Templeyou proceed to the Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main and first royal palace of the Joseon dynasty constructed in 1395. Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of all Five Grand Palaces own Seoul. Located inside Gyeongbokgung Palace, you also find the National Folklore Museum, presenting historical artefacts that were used in the daily lives of Korean people in the past. Through the displays, visitors can learn about the domestic and agricultural lifestyles, as well as Korean cultural beliefs.

You then proceed to the Insadong Antique Street. Insadong Street serves as the focal point of traditional Korean arts & crafts. Narrow alleyways contain a plethora of folk crafts, hand-made pottery and eclectic paintings. Afterwards, you stop at Namdaemun Market, the largest traditional market in Korea, where most of the good sold are made by the storeowners.

Conclude your first sightseeing day by going up Seoul's first landmark, N Seoul Tower. N Seoul Tower was the first tower-type tourist attraction in Korea, offering an astonishing 360 degree panorama over the city. After enjoying the view, you are taken back to your hotel and have the evening at leisure.

DMZ

After breakfast at your hotel, meet your private guide and driver in the lobby and head for the Imjingak Park, where you and your private guide join a shared coach for a DMZ tour and take the chance of going very close to the border between two Koreas. 

DMZ is the s a strip of land running across the Korean Peninsula that serves as a buffer zone between North Korea and South Korea. During the tour you learn about the division as well as the ongoing events surrounding the two Koreas. 

At the Dora Observatory you can peer through the barbed wire fence put along the Military Demarcation Line, where, on a clear day, you will be able to see the villages and industrial parks of North Korea. During the tour you will also walk into the 3rd Underground Tunnel, built by the North Koreans so that 30,000 soldiers could invade the South per hour; this tunnel is so large that even tanks can pass through unobstructed.

After the tour, you meet with your private driver who takes you to your hotel in Seoul.

Note: it is a full-day tour with early pick-up.

Please note: Please have your passports with you on this day for the tour. Please note that there is a dress code at the DMZ; please do not wear any torn clothing (including torn jeans), no clothing with profanity or offensive writing, no leather pants, and no military uniforms.

Departure

After breakfast and check-out, you are met by your private driver in the hotel lobby and transferred to the train station or airport.

Arrival 

Welcome to Tokyo - the ultramodern and the traditional at the same time capital of Japan! Your driver meets you at the arrivals hall and transfer you to your hotel.

Upon arrival at the hotel, you check in and have the rest of the day at leisure to relax after your trip or start exploring the vibrant city on your own.

Best of Tokyo Tour

In the morning, you meet your private guide and start your first half-day tour of Tokyo. 

First, you see from the outside the incredible Imperial Palace to get a taste of Japanese culture. Notably, The Imperial Palace has served as the residential place of successive Emperors since 1868.

Then you have a visit to the Tokyo Sky Tree, a television broadcasting tower, and the tallest structure in Japan. Its observation decks offering spectacular views over Tokyo are the highlights of the tower. You visit the deck located at the height of 350 meters (1148 feet), so make sure to have your camera and phone charged!

After that, you will visit Asakusa Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo, and learn the legend of how this temple was built. The temple is known to bring good luck in almost anything, so make sure to make a wish! Here you can feel the traditional Japanese culture the moment you step onto the temple grounds. After the tour, you return to your hotel.

Day trip to Mt. Fuji & Ashi Lake Cruise
​​​​​​​Today in the morning a private guide and driver meet you at the hotel lobby and take you on a full-day tour to Ashi Lake and Mt. Fuji. 

Throughout this tour, you will have the opportunity to experience the beauty of Japanese nature and landscapes. Located in Japan's Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in the country. Since Mount Fuji is a sacred mountain, it is surrounded by temples and shrines, even at the crater's edge. The atmosphere of this place is reminiscent of Japanese culture. Finish your splendid tour by admiring Ashi Lake, which was formed by volcanic activity 3,000 years ago.

From Tokyo to Kyoto
​​​​​​​Today in the morning you continue your trip and you travel to Kyoto by a world famous Shinkansen train which is a real Japanese experience.

Arrival in Kyoto
Upon arrival in Kyoto, a private driver meets you at the train station and takes you to the hotel.

The rest of the day you can enjoy free time and some independent sightseeing or feel free to book any optional activities with us.

Best of Kyoto Tour & Tea Ceremony
In the morning after breakfast you meet your private guide and start your full day exploration of Kyoto.

You start with the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the Imperial Family's residence from 794 until 1868, during the times when Kyoto was the capital of Japan. Here you have a chance to explore the palace buildings (from the outside) and the gardens, which was just recently opened to the public.

Head to Arashiyama, the second-most important sightseeing district in Kyoto that is filled with temples and shrines. The highlight of the district is the famed Bamboo Forest, one of the most photographed sights in Kyoto. Standing in the midst of this sprawling bamboo grove is like being in another world, it has a sense of otherness that is very much unlike that of any other forest. This is an experience that is not to be missed!

Your tour continues with visiting Kinkakuji, one of the top UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the most remarkable Buddhist temples, and a gorgeous golden must-see attraction! So welcome to one of the most luxurious temples in Japan, also known worldwide, reflecting its fame in traditional arts and modern media. Here you will find peace, tranquility, and spiritual renewal.

Conclude your day with a Japanese tea ceremony experience, that provides an engaging induction to the traditional tea ceremony. This activity dates back hundreds of years and is the most idealistic pastime of ancient Japan. In this ceremony you will have an opportunity to wear traditional kimono robes, taste the green matcha tea and eat unique Japanese sweets specifically made to match the tea's flavour.

After the ceremony you return to your hotel and have the evening at leisure.  

Departure
Today in the morning, you check out from the hotel, and our private driver takes you to the airport for your flight back home.