Explore Asia’s most memorable cities on our expertly curated tours

Discover Asian City Holidays

Providing rich cultural experiences, mouthwatering cuisine and landscapes that range from bustling city streets to serene riverbanks, Asia is a continent that has captivated travellers for centuries. As featured in the Telegraph, these six unforgettable Asian cities - Tokyo, Beijing, Jaipur, Colombo, Hanoi and Phnom Penh - each offer something uniquely memorable.

With Great Rail Journeys, you can explore all these destinations on fully escorted tours alongside experienced Tour Managers and knowledgeable local guides with every detail taken care of. Whether it's the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, the historic grandeur of Beijing or the colourful atmosphere of Jaipur, our holidays allow you to experience moments of great connection and immerse yourself in the culture, history and scenery of Asia.

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Tokyo

From peaceful temple grounds and immaculate gardens sitting just steps away from neon-soaked streets and buzzing neighbourhoods, Tokyo's contrasts reveal themselves at every turn.

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Jewels of Japan

14 days from £5,399 pp £4,999 pp

Explore the 'Land of the Rising Sun' enjoying 4 & 5-Star accommodation
Starting in dynamic Tokyo with views of Mount Fiji, and concluding in Osaka
Visit Hiroshima's poignant sites, Kyoto's ornate temples, and beautiful Miyajima

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Grand Tour of Japan

16 days from £5,999 pp

Witness the contrasts of old and new from ancient mountain cities to modern Tokyo
Soak up rich traditions during a Japanese tea ceremony and touring Miyajima Island
Travel between Japan’s most notable destinations on futuristic bullet trains

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Beijing

Beijing blends imperial grandeur with everyday life, from vast palaces and historic avenues, crowned by the awe-inspiring Great Wall winding across the landscapes beyond the city.

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Treasures of China & Yangtze River Cruise

15 days from £4,299 pp £3,999 pp

Experience the wonders of China, including a luxurious 3-night cruise on the Yangtze
Uncover the Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing and the Terracotta Army in Xi'an
Encounter adorable giant panda cubs in Chengdu, the world's ‘giant panda capital’

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Jaipur

India's Pink City, historical Jaipur is the gateway to India's most flamboyant state, brimming with elegant palaces and surrounded by the lush green mountains of the Aravalli Range.

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India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers & Shimla

14 days from £2,799 pp £2,499 pp

Enjoy our signature escorted India tour, uncovering the country with the experts
Stay in 5-Star hotels to discover historic Shimla and view the jaw-dropping Taj Mahal
Explore world-class locations, such as Jaipur, and seek tigers in their natural habitat

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Discover India’s Golden Triangle & Tigers

10 days from £2,199 pp £1,999 pp

Experience the iconic landmarks of India’s Golden Triangle, staying in 4 & 5-Star hotels
Marvel at the breathtaking Taj Mahal and seek mighty Bengal tigers in Ranthambore
Stay in a 19th-century hilltop heritage hotel and discover Jaipur’s dazzling Amber Fort

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Colombo

Bathed in tropical light, Colombo is a striking capital where British and Dutch colonial architecture brushes shoulders with cutting-edge skyscrapers and ornate temples, all set against the sparkle of the Indian Ocean.

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Five-Star Sri Lanka: Grand Safaris & Sacred Cities

15 days from £4,799 pp £4,299 pp

Relax in some of Sri Lanka’s finest hotels, with five-star accommodations throughout
Set out in search of leopards on Jeep safaris in Wilpattu and Yala National Parks
Uncover ancient points of interest, including Galle Fort and the ancient city of Kandy

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Grand Tour of Sri Lanka

15 days from £3,599 pp £3,299 pp

Soak up the sights and wildlife on two unforgettable safaris in Yala National Park
Enjoy an immersive experience at a tea plantation and view the Nine Arches Bridge
Uncover Sri Lanka’s ancient wonders including the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress

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Hanoi

A city where streets surge with scooters, temples sit beside French-colonial facades and life spills out onto the pavements. Beyond the capital, the emerald waters and dramatic limestone cliffs of Ha Long Bay are a perfect complement to Hanoi's bustling energy.

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Highlights of Vietnam

14 days from £2,699 pp

Enjoy the street-food of Hanoi and discover the ‘Lantern City’ of Hoi An
Admire enchanting views on an overnight Ha long Bay cruise
Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, Hue’s Imperial City and the Mekong Delta

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Grand Tour of Southeast Asia

19 days from £5,199 pp £4,799 pp

Stay in 4 & 5-Star hotels while exploring Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia
Enjoy a Laotian cookery lesson and sail along the Mekong to Pak Ou Buddhist caves
Cruise Ha Long Bay, explore Angkor Wat and ride the evocative Burma Railway

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Phnom Penh

The glimmering spires of the Royal Palace, the hum of the lively markets and its setting on the banks of the mighty Mekong, Phnom Penh unfolds as Cambodia's cultural heart.

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Grand Tour of Vietnam & Cambodia

19 days from £4,599 pp £4,299 pp

Travel from bustling Hanoi to the ancient temples of Siem Reap
Sail through the enchanting beauty of Ha long Bay on a luxurious overnight cruise
Discover tropical beaches, Ho Chi Minh City, Cambodia's iconic lost city of Angkor Wat

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