Ancient temples, modern wonders
Asia & Indian Subcontinent
Where ancient meets extraordinary.
Plan my Asia & Indian Subcontinent journey →Where ancient meets extraordinary.
From the cherry blossoms of Kyoto to the tiger reserves of Rajasthan, from Bhutan's Himalayan monasteries to the emerald rice terraces of Bali — Asia is a continent of contrasts, and every journey rewards curious travellers who are prepared to look a little deeper.
Our Asia specialists live and breathe the region. They know the exact ryokan in Kyoto whose 300-year-old kaiseki tradition is worth flying for, the private guide in Rajasthan who was raised in a tiger reserve, the boat captain in Ha Long Bay whose family has run junks for three generations.
Every itinerary is designed to combine unmissable icons — the Taj Mahal, Angkor Wat, Mount Fuji — with genuinely local experiences that most travellers never encounter. Because the extraordinary lies in the balance between the two.
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Unmissable experiences.
A curated selection of the Asia experiences our specialists love most — every one of them fully customisable inside a private, bespoke itinerary.
Japan — Tradition & Modernity
Cherry blossom in Kyoto's temples, Michelin-starred sushi in Tokyo, ryokan stays in Hakone and skiing in Niseko.
India — Tigers, Palaces & Backwaters
The Golden Triangle, Ranthambore's tigers, Kerala's houseboats and the royal hospitality of Rajasthan's palace hotels.
Bhutan — The Last Himalayan Kingdom
Trek to Tiger's Nest, cross the highest passes and stay in the world's finest boutique lodges — Amankora and COMO Uma.
Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos
The temples of Angkor Wat at dawn, Ha Long Bay by classic junk, the Mekong by luxury river cruise and the boutique lanes of Hoi An.
Sri Lanka
Leopards in Yala, tea country in the Hill Country, the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya and colonial-era hotels in Galle.
Borneo & Beyond
Orangutans in the rainforests of Sabah, diving off Sipadan and cultural encounters with Iban longhouse communities.
Where to go
Destinations across Asia & Indian Subcontinent
Every one of these destinations can be visited on its own or combined into a multi-country journey. Click through for country detail, or speak to a specialist for a bespoke plan.
Plan your trip
When to visit Asia & Indian Subcontinent.
Japan: March–May for cherry blossom, October–November for autumn colours. India: October–March (dry, cooler). Southeast Asia: November–April. Bhutan: March–May and September–November. Sri Lanka: December–March (west/south) or April–September (east).
Practical information
Getting the most from your journey.
Getting there
Direct flights connect Tokyo, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangkok, Singapore and Hong Kong with most world hubs. Internal light-aircraft, first-class rail and private transfers arranged throughout.
Best time
Winter months (November–March) generally offer the most reliable weather across the region.
Visas
e-Visas available for India, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Cambodia. Bhutan requires an accredited operator (we handle everything). Japan and Thailand are visa-free for most.
Health
Malaria prophylaxis recommended for some rural areas — your specialist will advise. Altitude precautions for Bhutan and Nepal.
Crafted around you
Ready to explore Asia & Indian Subcontinent?
Every Jakada journey begins with a conversation. Tell us how you like to travel, what excites you, the moments that matter — and we'll design a private, entirely bespoke itinerary across Asia & Indian Subcontinent.
Our Asia specialists have lived in, guided across or worked in the destinations they design for. No call centres. No templates. Just one expert who knows the region as well as their own home.
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