The Best Island and Beach Tours in Asia

There’s a good reason the movie The Beach was shot in Thailand. Famous for some of the best beaches in Asia, Thailand has idyllic lagoons, ancient sea-hewn caves and yawning stretches of white sand. Keen adventurers joining this TRIPS by Culture Trip tour will also love the chance to try jungle hiking on Hong Island, kayaking through Bor Thor mangrove forest and even an inflatable water park at Coco Beach if lying on a lounger doesn’t appeal. Best of all the tour packs in plenty of free time so you’ll have ample opportunity to soak up some rays or just lie back on the sand with a good book.

One of the best beach destinations in Asia, Bali is the tropical getaway dreams are made of. Its idyllic sandy coastline attracts surfers, honeymooners and families to its crystal-clear waters and powdery sand, but there’s also far more to Bali than beaches. This deeply spiritual nation is a treasure-trove of hillside temples, ancient monuments and lush green rainforest perfect for adventure. See it all on a 12-day TRIPS by Culture Trip tour of this Asian island which covers mountains, islands and beaches to really get under the skin of Bali. You won’t waste a single day in paradise either as your time will be jam-packed with e-bike rides through rice fields, swims in waterfall rock pools and the chance to trek up Mount Batur to watch the sunrise below. There’ll even be opportunities for aerial yoga sessions, Balinese cooking classes and a Balinese blessing ceremony to make this a holiday like no other.