Asia

A stupendous temple city – the largest religious building ever constructed – the jewel in the crown of the majestic ancient Khmer empire. A pilgrimage site for Buddhists, and the archetypal ‘lost city’ for the rest of us.

Reaching speeds of up to 320 km/h, Japan’s iconic bullet train revolutionised high-speed train travel and remains a must-do experience.

One of the great trekking challenges takes you to the base of the world’s highest mountain. It’s an exhausting yet totally exhilarating 2-week trail, but the reward is the awe-inspiring view of the world’s highest mountain.

A glittering complex of jaw-dropping magnificence dating back to 1782. This former seat of power of Siamese kings houses the Emerald Buddha – Thailand’s palladium.

The extraordinary ancient army of 6,000+ life-sized terracotta warriors dating back to the 3rd century BC, built to guard the underground mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shihuang.

Snaking along China’s 5,000-mile-long northern boundary, this ancient defensive wall traverses the stupendous mountain scenery of northern China, with numerous sections that can be hiked.

A magnificent and unique 15th-century complex of imperial palaces that served as the home of Chinese emperors for 500 years. Beijing’s must-see attraction.

India’s iconic landmark and one of the world’s most beautiful buildings readily matches, if not exceeds, the hype. Built in 1653 by the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to entomb his wife, Mumtaz.

India’s cultural essence combined with its most iconic sights and greatest bucket list experiences, all distilled into one compact, diverse and vibrant region.

From dazzling temples to dizzying nightlife, Thailand’s capital is a dish of delicious contradictions that beffudles the senses. One of the world’s most dizzying, fast-paced cities, home to the glittering Grand Palace.