The Far East

Encompassing China, Mongolia, Japan, Korea, Burma, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, The Philippines, Malaysia and the Indonesian islands the Far East is hugely diverse in its peoples, climate, wildlife and ecosystems - from The Gobi Desert to the Rainforests of Borneo  - and from ancient established Kingdoms to the last bastions of communism.

As well as becoming one of the world’s leading economies China is increasingly traveller friendly with a wide range of travel options from the traditional “highlights” tours to remote expeditions in its “wild west”. Thailand and Malaysia are arguably the most western facing countries in this area but have retained much of their culture and traditions. Indochina and Indonesia both offer the offbeat and have plenty to tempt the intrepid traveller – and those wanting to escape the regular traveller haunts and be challenged might  consider Japan, Myanmar, The Philippines or East Timor and expect the unexpected!

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Borneo Discovery

• Kuching, Bako NP and the Melanau people
• Spectacular caves in the Gunung Mulu NP
• Sunrise ascent of Mt. Kinabalu
• Sepilok Orang-Utan Sanctuary and Sukau
• Idyllic island of Pulau Tiga

"Borneo evokes images of primeval forest, jungle rivers and headhunters. Travelling by plane, bus, longtail boat and on foot, explore this fascinating and varied land."

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Yunnan Explorer

• Beijing, Kunming and the Western Hills
• Dali, Bai people and Er Hai Lake
• Lijiang, Black Dragon Pool and Jade Dragon Mountain
• Zhongdian, Bita Lake and Tiger Leaping Gorge

"This remote region of China boasts centuries-old tribes, mountains and monasteries set amongst sub-tropical jungles and towering forests"

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