Asia Travel Bucket List

Explore fire temples, Caspian skylines, and Caucasus villages of Azerbaijan

Ride jailoo pastures, mountain lakes, and yurt-dotted valleys of Kyrgyzstan

Dive pristine reefs, mountain backroads, and coastal villages of East Timor

Hike cliffside monasteries, high passes, and pristine valleys of Bhutan

Experience India's land of maharajas and desert culture

Drift Sundarbans mangroves, tea hills, and river life of Bangladesh

Explore ancient monasteries, volcanic highlands, and generous wine culture of Armenia

Walk layered holy cities, desert fortresses, and Mediterranean beaches of Israel

Blend Dilmun history, modern skyline, and pearl-diving heritage of Bahrain

Glimpse regimented boulevards, granite peaks, and layered history of North Korea

Savor mountain terraces, coastal ruins, and Beirut nights of Lebanon

Trace tiled Silk Road cities, desert fortresses, and plov-rich bazaars of Uzbekistan

Drive Pamir Highway, sky-high passes, and Silk Road fortresses of Tajikistan

Glide through water villages, golden mosques, and rainforest of Brunei

Explore the Hindu Kush peaks, Silk Road citadels, and resilient traditions of Afghanistan

Camp frankincense deserts, swim wadis, and stroll seaside forts of Oman

Imagine mud-brick skyscrapers, incense routes, and terraced highlands of Yemen

Recall ancient souqs, Roman theaters, and resilient culture of Syria

Gaze into the Door to Hell, marble boulevards, and Silk Road ruins of Turkmenistan

Visit Abkhazia, a partially recognized state in the South Caucasus. Explore the capital Sukhumi with its botanical garden (one of the oldest in the Caucasus, founded in 1840) and the Abkhazian State Museum (showcasing local history and artifacts). Relax on the beaches of Gagra (a resort town known for its subtropical climate and Soviet-era architecture) and hike in the Ritsa Nature Reserve (home to Lake Ritsa, a scenic alpine lake surrounded by mountains).

Explore the stunning landscapes and historic sites of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh), known for its ancient monasteries, scenic canyons, and the iconic We Are Our Mountains monument.

Explore the roof of the world and Buddhist culture

Explore Mesopotamian heartlands, date-palm rivers, and golden minarets of Iraq

Visit the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, an exclave of Azerbaijan known for its unique culture and landscapes

Find desert dunes, seaside corniche, and vibrant souks of Kuwait

Walk storied hills, old-city souqs, and olive-dotted terraces of Palestine

Climb Karakoram valleys, wander Mughal gardens, and buzzing bazaars of Pakistan

Traverse Caucasus valleys, fortress ruins, and pastoral hamlets of South Ossetia