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Book your way into wonder with these great Asian adventures – led by Local Insiders for utmost authenticity.

The massive continent of Asia is best explored with deep dives into its diverse cultures, one country at a time. Scratch the surface of a single city and you’ll unlock a world of cuisine and customs. Dig deeper into the rural outskirts and you’ll uncover ancient history and traditions still in practice today. Gear up for an exciting, educational and eye-opening journey with these top Culture Trips for an Asian adventure.

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Discover Jordan

Journey through Jordan’s desert on this eight-day small-group trip and sift through the sands of time. Fuel up with street food in Amman before embarking on an adventure through the Dana canyons and sandstone mountains. After an amazing visit to Petra, you’ll set up camp under the stars at the base of Mount Haron. A Bedouin family will give you an insight into desert living, before you enjoy a much-needed dip in the salty waters of the Dead Sea.

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STARTS AT Tirana, Albania
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ENDS AT Dubrovnik, Croatia
DURATION 11
GROUP SIZE 16
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Soulful South Korea

See the best of South Korea inside and out on this all-encompassing 10-day adventure. Though you’ll have ample time to landmark-hop around the capital, this trip goes far beyond karaoke and kimchi in Seoul. Wander into the tunnels of the Demilitarized Zone, strengthen your body and mind with martial arts and meditation outside Gyeongju, and eat your way through Jeonju. Diving deep into local culture, you’ll learn all about South Korea through immersive activities that will stay with you for life.

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STARTS AT Seoul, South Korea
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ENDS AT Seoul, South Korea
DURATION 10
GROUP SIZE 16
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Tropical Northern Thailand

Wild trips through Thailand can be as picturesque as an Attenborough documentary and as exciting as an Indiana Jones film. Dodging bats while rafting through caverns and ancient caves, climbing a sticky waterfall, and feeding friendly elephants at their welcoming sanctuary are just a few of the scenes your own personal nature film would feature. Leap onto this 10-day adventure and discover northern Thailand’s jungles.

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STARTS AT Bangkok, Thailand
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ENDS AT Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
DURATION 11
GROUP SIZE 16
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Secrets of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is called the Pearl of the Indian Ocean for a reason – and our carefully curated trip is your ticket to the many sides of this tropical island. Skip the tourist traps and experience authentic Sri Lanka: from a local’s guide through Colombo to cycling around 1,000-year-old ruins. If you love trying new food, you’ll appreciate the chance to join a hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class in Kandy, enjoying the fruits of your labour for lunch.

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STARTS AT Bangkok, Thailand
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ENDS AT Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
DURATION 11
GROUP SIZE 16
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Regal Rajasthan: an Epic Cross-Country Adventure

Embark on an incredible journey around the top sites in India on this 10-day trip through Rajasthan. After exploring Delhi on a bike tour, travel to Agra for a bucket list moment: sunrise at the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. See the top attractions in Jaipur, experience traditional life in a Bishnoi village and visit a stunning Jain temple on the way to Udaipur, where the tour comes to an end.

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STARTS AT Casablanca, Morocco
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ENDS AT Marrakech, Morocco
DURATION 11
GROUP SIZE 16
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Emma Gibbins and Maja Proescholdt contributed to this article.

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