Tours and Trips in Asia

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu on a half-day tour with your own private guide. Head first to Pashupatinath Temple, the holiest Hindu pilgrimage destination in Nepal, and observe temple activities from the banks of the Bagmati River. Next, view the historic Guhyeshwari Temple on your way to Boudhanath Stupa, a sacred place of Buddhist worship for both Nepalis and Tibetans. Your guide shares the history of each site and Nepal's spiritual traditions on a tour includes private vehicle, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fatehpur Sikri on a private half-day tour from Agra. Tour the palace complex and learn its history, then have lunch and time for shopping in Agra.

See the best of Bangalore's landmarks, historic sites and architecture with a private, half-day tour of the city with a personal driver and guide. Explore the breathtaking grounds of Tipu Sultan Palace, then see the massive shrine at the Nandhi Temple. Stroll the manicured paths that run through Lal Bagh, a historic botanical garden with a vast glass palace, serene lake and lush tropical plants. Visit the Vidhan Souda legislative building, then finish your tour at the Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, which celebrates Indian science, engineering and technology.

Get a personal introduction to Malaysia's diverse cultures on a 4-hour, private tour of religious sites in Kuala Lumpur that includes Batu Caves, the National Mosque, the Brickfields Church, and Thean Hou Temple. This tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya, a driver/guide, and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Combine iconic Tokyo attractions with lesser-known enclaves on a private half-day tour of Japan's capital. In a group comprising of just you and your party, you'll visit the Meiji Shrine, one of Japan's most popular Shinto shrines; explore the Asakura Museum of Sculpture, home to a sublime Japanese garden; and discover the backstreets of Yanaka, replete with temples and Edo-style architecture. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off by your guide are included.

Even everyday experiences like laundry and lunch are extraordinary in India. This 5-hour private tour takes you to Mumbai's Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, sometimes called the largest outdoor laundry in the world, and introduces you to the city's dabbawallas who deliver thousands of home cooked lunches to workers in Mumbai every day. Hotel pickup and drop-off, guide, and private transportation included.

With domed monuments and geometric gardens in a futuristic artificial lake, Putrajaya is a popular day trip for visitors to Kuala Lumpur. Explore Malaysia's administrative seat on a half-day, private tour that includes an agricultural museum, a cruise on Putrajaya Lake, and door-to-door transport from Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya.

Visit Sarnath, one of the world's most important Buddhist sites, on a half-day tour from Varanasi. See several parts of the UNESCO World Heritage Site including Chaukhandi Stupa, Dhamek Stupa, and Mulagandha Kuti Vihar Temple. Continue to the Sarnath Museum to view exhibits of Buddhist art. Includes Private guide and transportation, museum entrance fee, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Combine two of Kathmandu's most famous attractions - the UNESCO-listed Durbar Square and the Swayambhunath Temple - on this half-day private tour. Benefit from personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace as you climb to the top of the temple's hill, which offers photo-worthy views of the Kathmandu Valley. Learn about the architectural style of Newar artists at Durbar and the multi-religion harmony at the temple through your guide's insightful commentary.

Experience the highlights of Ahmedabad and more in six hours on this private tour. Hop inside a private, air-conditioned vehicle with your personal guide, and check out must-sees such as the pink-sandstone Akshardham Temple in Gandhinagar, the stone-latticed windows of the Sidi Saiyed Mosque, and the Shaking Minarets. Plus, explore the former home of Mahatma Gandhi, the Hathee Singh Jain Temple, a museum, and more. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

The UNESCO-listed temples of Prambanan are among of Yogyakarta's star attractions, but most tours only offer a whistle-stop visit. This half-day tour from Yogyakarta explores the surrounding countryside with a scenic 2.5-hour bike ride around the temples and rural villages. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

If you're visiting Varanasi on a time budget, cover more of the city's highlights in less time on a half-day sightseeing tour that provides a perfect introduction for first-time visitors. Choosing a private tour means that you'll receive the undivided attention of your guide as you tick off top attractions such as Golden Temple (Kashi Vishwanath), Manikarnika Ghat, and Dasaswamedh Ghat. Plus, a choice of morning or afternoon departure times means you can fit this tour into even the busiest sightseeing schedule.

Get personalized attention on this 5-hour private tour of Shanghai. Visit the Yuyuan Garden, stroll along the Bund or Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao), and learn about the history of the French Quarter. Wrap up with a meal at the top-rated Din Tai Fung, famous for their soup dumplings. Round-trip private transportation included; morning or afternoon tour times available to fit your schedule.

See the sights of Saigon, now known as Ho Chi Minh City, on this 4-hour private tour. With a private guide, you'll visit landmarks such as Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, Independence Palace (aka Reunification Palace, the Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market, and the War Remnants Museum. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Jeepneys are an iconic form of transportation in the Philippines, but hailing them can be confusing if you don't know the routes. Enjoy a half day of sightseeing in Manila in one of these colorful vehicles, which is air-conditioned for your comfort. Visit a number of must-see sights in this large city in a single day, and take lots of pictures in and beside your photogenic jeepney.

See two of Shanghai's iconic sites on a private half-day tour with a knowledgeable guide. Start at the elaborate grounds of Yu Gardens, where pavilions, ponds and superb landscaping create a green oasis. Next, visit the Jade Buddha temple, a landmark that was built during the Qing dynasty. Your guide shares informative commentary about the history of each site. Wrap up with some time to browse the shops in the Old Town bazaar before drop-off at your centrally located hotel.

This tour to the cooler highlands of Tagaytay are an ideal break from the heat and busy-ness of Manila. Enjoy views of the Taal Volcano and Lake, as well as visits to orchards. Get a chance to taste the huge variety of fruit that grows in the region. An easy overview of this nature-filled region for visitors staying in Manila.

Get a personal introduction to Ho Chi Minh City on a 4-hour, private tour that includes all entrance fees, as well as pickup and drop-off at your hotel. Explore the lively streets of Chinatown, then visit Binh Tay Market and an 18th-century temple, and learn about wartime history at the War Remants Museum. This private tour offers the flexibility to customize the experience to your interests, and both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Discover Chennai on this private half-day tour. Visit the oldest English fortress in India and learn about its role in contemporary Tamil Nadu. Head to the Government Museum and National Gallery to admire palm-leaf manuscripts, Amravati paintings, and rare works by celebrated artists like Raja Ravi Varma. Visit a 7th Century temple and enjoy a drive along Chennai's beautiful waterfront.

Explore the sights of Old Delhi with your own private guide on a private half-day tour. See the Sikh temple, Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib, and Jama Masjid - one of India's largest mosques, sample parathas and Indian chai from local vendors, go shopping in the bustling Chandni Chowk bazaar, and stop for a lunch of authentic dishes. Your tour includes snacks and lunch, private guide and vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.