Home to some of the world's most colourful cultures and exotic destinations, Asia is a veritable feast for the senses. Delve into our country selection to uncover a range of exhilarating, inspiring journeys.
EXO Travel have been pioneering unique journeys in Asia for more than two decades. Across each of the nine countries they operate in, they have developed in-depth tours that go far beyond the surface to reveal the heart of each destination. Along with their team of local and in-destination travel experts and time-tested logistics, they combine encyclopedic knowledge of the region with a progressive vision to make us one of Asia's most trusted and exciting DMCs.
Across each of their nine destinations, they operate under the same guiding principals. Besides providing unique and innovative experiences for travellers, they are dedicated to the task of remaining responsible and sustainable in all that they do. Their mission is to always leave places better than they found them.
As a multicultural melting pot with various communities all thriving together, Singapore’s culinary heritage from China, India, Arabia, Europe and more has been passed down from generations and over the years transformed through innovation. Today, explore the best of its culinary heritage by visiting Michelin Street Food hawker stalls that are listed on the annual bib gourmand.
Escape to Libaran Island to help preserve Malaysia’s turtle population. Learn from local experts about the environmental issues affecting the island’s delicate eco-system and help release turtle hatchlings into the wild. Forge a deeper connection with nature on this insightful island escape.
This early morning tour is well worth getting out of bed for! Depart Yogyakarta in the pre-dawn hours to watch the day’s first rays illuminate UNESCO heritage Borobudur. Explore this massive Buddhist monument and its surroundings, being captivated by the legends and architectural beauty of Java’s most famous temples.
Get a taste of Japan in this insightful and exclusive evening tour. Head to memorable establishments in a lively district of Tokyo to sample some of the best whisky Japan has to offer, and learn why Japanese whisky is considered to be among some of the best in the world.
Hit the road to Siem Reap’s outskirts where stunning scenery and intriguing history stand side-by-side. Trace the origin of the Khmer Empire with a visit to Phnom Kulen. Walk along the shores of a riverbed filled with intricate carvings. Scramble over tree roots at the jungle-clad Beng Mealea temple.
Float above Bagan’s temples and the mighty Irrawaddy River during an unforgettable hot air balloon ride. Travel to the launch site in darkness and climb aboard. Take off just in time to watch the sunrise over the plains, being mesmerized by the site of thousands of pagodas appearing below.
Step away from the tourist trail and into the heart of Southern Laos with an off-road adventure through the Bolaven Plateau. Visit the best coffee plantation in Laos and trek to a historic wartime cave shelter. Explore local farms and villages and swim in the cool waters of a hidden waterfall.
Leave the modern energy of Bangkok behind and experience a sleepy, more traditional Thailand. Explore a labyrinth of canals by boat, soaking up the scenes of local life on the water’s edge and venture through colourful markets reminiscent of a time long- since past.
See the best of the Mekong Delta while cruising pass riverside communities and markets of Vietnam. Then, explore the fast- changing cityscapes of Phnom Penh where its tragic history and recent rapid development beckons every curious traveller.
A thriving and prosperous city, Singapore is a small island-nation at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. Contrasting futuristic skyscrapers with hints of British colonial heritage and meticulously landscaped parks, this is an Asian destination like none other.
Characterised by its diamond shape and situated at the heart of its neighbouring countries Malaysia and Indonesia, Singapore’s shared history and success is a credit to its peaceful multiracial populous political stability and progressive policies. Despite its small land area, this vertical garden city combines a surprising number of world-class attractions and sights with stunning works of engineering from its transportation system to the towering structures that grace its skyline. Singapore has many attractions in place that will surprise you with engineering wonders that takes travel attractions across time and space.
Download Destination GuideThe landmass of Malaysia is roughly split in half between Peninsular Malaysia, on the Southeast Asian mainland, and Malaysian Borneo on the world's third largest island. Malaysian Borneo constitutes roughly half of the island, and is split between Sabah and Sarawak.
Malaysia encapsulates the essence of Asia in a package as varied as it is convenient. In addition to some of the world’s oldest rainforests, best beaches and most celebrated cuisine, Malaysia is also incredibly culturally diverse. It’s an off-beat traveller’s paradise fusing Asia’s best attributes with first-rate amenities and infrastructure.
Download Destination GuideIndonesia’s national emblem is emblazoned with the words ‘Unity in Diversity’. With 700 languages and 17,000 islands spread across 5,000km of tropical ocean, there’s no better way to describe it. This diversity, combined with famed hospitality, billowing volcanoes and abundant wildlife make it an astoundingly bewitching travel destination.Indonesia is a vast archipelagic nation consisting of thousands of islands stretching across the Indian Ocean to the eastern edge of the Asian continental plate and the western edge of the Pacific Ocean. This archipelagic geography dictates the ebb and flow of life in Indonesia and contributes to its astounding natural and cultural diversity.
Download Destination GuideJapan is a nation of islands stretching across the Pacific coast of Asia. Along with the 'Home Islands' of Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu, Japan consists of nearly 7,000 mostly volcanic islands. This geography has long played a role in the Japanese way of life which, to this day, is deeply connected to the sea.
Travellers to Japan invariably notice the cultural fixation on perfection that pervades there. It saturates everything from sushi and transportation all the way to the symmetry of Mt. Fuji and the timelessness of Kyoto. Travelling in Japan is a powerfully evocative experience beckoning visitors to imagine a world without flaws.
Download Destination GuideCambodia's geography has played a substantial role in shaping its history. Its central location along the Indochinese Peninsula and relatively flat terrain facilitated the rise of the Khmer Empire which flourished from its base in Angkor for over 500 years. Conversely, Cambodia's proximity to the chaos of the Vietnam War sowed seeds of catastrophe that the country is now recovering from. Both of these periods are inextricable to the identity of both Cambodia, and its people.
In the simplest terms, Cambodia is defined by legacy, contrast and courage. Its astounding array of historical offerings proudly convey the extent of its former glory while beaches, towns and jungles remain ripe for discovery. Despite a tumultuous recent past, Khmer people’s resilience and hospitality make Cambodia a traveller’s paradise.
Download Destination GuideSoutheast Asia's largest and western-most nation, Myanmar is at the crossroads between East Asia and South Asia, sharing borders with both Bangladesh and India. The result is an intoxicating blend of cultural influences. Combined with a traditional ways of life that prevails due to decades of isolation following British colonial rule, Myanmar's geography contributes to a sense of 'otherworldliness' not found elsewhere in Asia.
Closed off for decades, Myanmar remains untainted by the globalisation seen elsewhere in Asia. Travelling in Myanmar is like travelling back in time. Hoof and muscle are used in place of machines, and western fashion sensibilities haven’t set root. For those looking for a ‘pure’ travel destination, Myanmar is it.
Download Destination GuideLaos is Southeast Asia’s best-kept secret. What this landlocked nation lacks in beaches it more than makes up for in timeless charm. Its soft-spoken people, colourful hilltribe communities and vast stretches of waterfall-filled wilderness contribute to an ‘undiscovered’ quality few destinations can match. Laos is tranquility incarnate, and the perfect place to visit for a transformative getaway.
As a landlocked nation, life in Laos is governed by the ebb and flow of the Mekong River which runs through its heart. Its mostly mountainous terrain is punctuated by charming villages and colourful hilltribes who, despite neighboring five other countries, retain a distinct culture and way of life found nowhere else in the region.
Download Destination GuideThailand holds a special place in the hearts of travellers. Whether it’s beaches, mountains, nature, culture, food or nightlife, Thailand offers hard-to-beat options at extraordinary value. With tropical vibes, friendly people and seamless tourism infrastructure, it’s little wonder why people visit this kaleidoscopic nation over and over again.
A great deal of Thailand's appeal is due to its geography. Thailand is blessed with two long, sinuous coastlines snaking their way down the gorgeous Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand. All that glitters is not just gold, but brilliant shades of azure and green accompanied by the swaying of palm trees amidst towering karst mountains and languid prismatic waters that make Thailand a tropical dream incarnate.
Download Destination GuideCharacterised by a long s-shaped geography running from wind-swept peaks in the northern frontier to languid chocolate-coloured waters of the southern Mekong Delta, Vietnam's incredible diversity of offerings is a credit to its position along the Indochina Peninsula. Relative to its land area, it has one of the longest and most abundantly beautiful coastlines, facing both the Eastern Sea and the Gulf of Thailand.
Vietnam lends itself well to epics. Snaking sinuously down from the Chinese border to the Gulf of Thailand, its bounty of towering peaks, emerald green paddies, seemingly endless white sand beaches and deep roots in the past offer enough mystic allure to satiate the thirsts of any traveller.
Download Destination GuideSituated near the equator, there is no clear-cut wet or dry season in Singapore with temperatures usually reaching over 30°C and the humidity is always above 80%. Intermittent rain is expected every single month. You should be prepared for rain at any time, which can be torrential but usually brief. The wet or monsoon season is usually between November to January. June till August is the driest time of the year in Singapore.
Weather in Malaysia is hot and humid year-round. Because wet season occurs at different times of the year between the east and west coast, Malaysia has brilliant holiday weather year-round.
Because of its proximity to the equator, seasonal weather variation in Indonesia is limited. Roughly speaking, there are two mild seasons: wet season, which runs October through April, and dry season, which runs May through September.
Due to its size and the effects that each island’s geography can have on weather and climate, seasonality can vary significantly from one island to the next. Islands east of the Wallace Line (between Bali and Lombok), which denotes the transition between the Asian and Australian continental plates, tend to be drier and arider.
Japan experiences a wide variation in weather depending on the season. To avoid extremes in either direction, head there during autumn (September through December) or spring (March through May). Japan’s seasons do, however, offer incentives to travellers, such as cherry blossoms in spring and snow in winter.
Cambodia is warm year-round. Dry season, running November through May, encompasses two seasons: cool (November-February) and hot (March-May). Cool season is when most travellers visit Cambodia. Wet season runs May through September and is a good time to visit Angkor.
Most of Myanmar has a tropical monsoon climate with three seasons: Cool – November to February is warm to hot during the day and the air is relatively dry. Hot – March to May is intensely hot in most of the country. In the cool and hot seasons, you are unlikely to experience any rain. Rainy – June to October is the monsoon season, with high rainfall. From June to August, rainfall can be constant for long periods of time, particularly on the Bay of Bengal coast and in Yangon and the Irrawaddy Delta. In September and October, the rain is less intense and you will experience more sunshine.
Dry season in Laos is October through April, while wet season runs May through September. Intermittent rainfall typically falls between March and through June usually early morning or at night, which also happens to be one of the hottest times of the year.
The best time to visit Thailand is from November to February when the weather is dry and the temperatures are not too hot. During these winter months, the temperatures in the far north can drop down to freezing during the evenings, so trekking and camping trips in these areas are not recommended. From March to June, the heat returns with temperatures soaring to over 40 degrees Celsius during the day time. However there israrely any rain during this time and the humidity is low. Thailand’s rainy season begins toward the end of June and continues until October. During this time the humidity can be stifling as it rains on a daily basis, usually in the afternoon, but it is also the quietest time for travelers meaning hotel prices drop and popular tourist spots are blissfully uncrowded.
The Southern Thai beaches are faced with two weather systems which bring the tropical rains at different times of the year, so it’s possible to enjoy Thailand’s beaches year-round. From January to September you can choose a beach on the east coast such as Koh Samui or Koh Phangan where you will have the best chance on sunny and dry weather while from October to April the west coast, including Phuket, Krabi, Khao Lak, Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta offers the best chance of getting an allover tan. Some beaches can be visited all year round such as Hua Hin, Koh Samed, and Koh Chang.
Vietnam’s weather ranges from a familiar four-season system in the north to eternal summer in the south. Because of regional variation, there are pleasant places to visit in Vietnam throughout the year.