Asia Bucket List

Visit Japan

Balance neon cities, serene temples, onsen baths, and seasonal cuisine of Japan

Visit Asia

Explore the diverse continent of Asia, home to ancient cultures, modern cities, and natural wonders

Visit Thailand

Feast on street eats, admire temples, and sail limestone bays of Thailand

Visit Vietnam

Sail karst bays, wander noodle-scented alleys, and emerald highlands of Vietnam

Visit South Korea

Taste street food, sleep in temples, and stroll neon cityscapes of South Korea

Visit Turkey

Straddle Byzantine domes, Cappadocia chimneys, and turquoise coasts of Turkey

Visit China

Walk the Great Wall, imperial palaces, and karst rivers of China

Visit Malaysia

Taste hawker stalls, walk rainforest canopies, and city skylines of Malaysia

Visit Indonesia

Island-hop volcanoes, rice terraces, and coral gardens of Indonesia

Visit Hong Kong

Ride peak trams, browse neon markets, and hike island trails of Hong Kong

Visit Philippines

Island-hop rice terraces, limestone lagoons, and fiesta-bright towns of the Philippines

Visit India

Trace temple cities, Himalayan foothills, spice bazaars, and coastal calm of India

Visit Jordan

Uncover rose-red Petra, Wadi Rum desert skies, and Dead Sea shores of Jordan

Visit Georgia

Toast qvevri wines, hike Caucasus trails, and soak sulfur baths of Georgia

Visit Nepal

Trek Himalayan trails, prayer-flag passes, and courtyard temples of Nepal

Visit Iran

Marvel at tiled mosques, desert caravanserais, and poetic hospitality of Iran

Visit Russia

Span onion-domed skylines, taiga rails, and imperial art treasures of Russia

Visit Sri Lanka

Ride tea-country trains, explore temple cities, and spot leopards of Sri Lanka

Visit Maldives

Unwind in over-water villas, turquoise lagoons, and coral gardens of the Maldives

Visit Kazakhstan

Roam sweeping steppes, Tian Shan peaks, and bold skylines of Kazakhstan

Visit Saudi Arabia

Trace Nabatean canyons, Red Sea reefs, and date-palm oases of Saudi Arabia

Visit Qatar

Blend desert dunes, dhow-lined corniche, and museum-rich districts of Qatar

Visit Kyrgyzstan

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

Visit United Arab Emirates

Leap between desert dunes, skyline icons, and pearl-diving heritage of the UAE

Visit Azerbaijan

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

Visit Armenia

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

Visit Uzbekistan

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

Visit Artsakh Republic

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.

Visit Taiwan

Sample night markets, hike marble gorges, and coastlines of Taiwan

Visit Macau

Discover neon casinos, tiled lanes, and fusion kitchens of Macau

Visit Mongolia

Ride open steppe, eagle festivals, and Gobi desert of Mongolia

Visit Rajasthan

Experience India's land of maharajas and desert culture