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What is Southeast Asia Heritage & Culture Tours?

Southeast Asia is a culturally rich and diverse region counting numerous sites classified by the UNESCO in the World Heritage of Humanity. With some of the world’s most famous sites like Angkor Temples in Cambodia or Ha Long Bay in Vietnam, Southeast Asia is home to more than 30 wonderful sites that stand out for their natural or cultural value. For visitors who are new to this area, there is a bucket list of the must-see sights such as Bagan in Myanmar, the Mekong Delta in Vietnam and the historical park Ayutthaya in Thailand. Other standout attractions in the region also are Mulu and Kinabalu National Parks in the Malaysian state of Sabah, the latter home to Mount Kinabalu known as the highest peak in Southeast Asia. Also listed as the World Heritage Sites are the city of Luang Prabang, the former seat of monarchy in Laos, and the beautiful Borobodur Buddhist temples located on the outskirts of Yogyakarta in Indonesia.

Because there are a lot of things to see and do in Southeast Asia, there will be some difficulties in fitting everything into your itinerary. Our travel experts have handpicked a great collection of heritage and culture tours with appropriate air connections that help you experience the very best of Southeast Asia’s nature and ancient wonder magnificence.

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Bagan. Myanmar

Top off your day in Bagan with a heritage exploration around significant landmarks of this UNESCO-listed town, such as the golden stupa in Shwezigon Pagoda, the oldest paintings in Gubyaukgyi Temple, and the four Buddha statues in Ananda Temple.

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Yogyakarta. Indonesia

See Borobudur and Prambanan Temple, two magnificent UNCESCO World Heritage Sites on Java Island, which are best known as the largest Buddhist structure on earth and the largest Hindu temple compound in Indonesia, respectively.

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Melaka. Malaysia

Visit the UNESCO-listed city of Melaka, also known as the "Historical State" of Malaysia, and soak up signature sights of the old town: St. Peter's Church, Famosa Fort, Jonker Street, and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, plus a scenic river cruise along the Melaka River

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Penang. Malaysia

Immerse yourself in the authentic and artistic spirit of George Town, a UNESCO Heritage Site in Penang, as you explore its hidden gems and top spots, such as the Khoo Kongsi Temple, Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Fort Cornwallis, and Wat Chayamangkalaram

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Sukhothai. Thailand

Pedal through towering Buddhas, ancient temples, and ornate palaces at Sukhothai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the capital of Thailand’s first kingdom, which has a significant influence on the country's history, architecture, and religion.

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Siem Reap. Cambodia

Enjoy a personal experience of visiting the "big three" temples of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Angkor complex, including the impressive Angkor Wat, the mysterious Angkor Thom, and the picturesque Ta Prohm.

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Xieng Khouang. Laos

Visit the mysterious UNESCO-listed Plain of Jars in Xieng Khouang Plateau, one of the most important prehistoric sites in Southeast Asia which is famous for thousands of stone jars in various sizes and shapes

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Luang Prabang. Laos

Visit well-known temples and museums to experience the enchanting ambiance of the exquisitely maintained historic town of Luang Prabang: Wat Visoun, Wat Xiengthong, Wat Mai, Wat Aham, Royal Palace Museum…

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Hue. Vietnam

Enjoy a fascinating tour around the notable sights and UNESCO-listed monuments of Hue, including the Forbidden Purple City and the impressive imperial tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty, the last dynasty of Vietnam, and the Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in the city.

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Hoi An. Vietnam

Take pleasure days in the peaceful Hoi An Ancient Town, where you will immerse yourselves in the tranquility of the countryside and admire the harmonious combination of architecture and culture in the town center.
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why choose Southeast Asia Heritage & Culture Tours

Southeast Asia is home to numerous world heritage sites and each offers its unique glimpse into the destination's rich history and cultural heritage. Nevertheless, it may become the reason why it isn't easy to build up a tour plan since you have to make a choice of priority among all. Don't worry, just share your thoughts with our travel experts and our local team will make your dream come true.

As a local travel expert with 15 years’ experience, we are very professional in catching your ideas of where you want to go and what you want to do. We will handpick all the services based on your wish list and make sure that your journey will be full of the must see heritage sites, cultural experiences and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present.

Traveling with us, your trip will be almost all private. Each day you will be spoiled at your own pace with your very own private tour guide and experienced driver, no sharing!

The design of our Southeast Asia tours is taken care by our professional product team who spend a lot of time for researching, implementing, testing before launching a new product.

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What you can expect with Southeast Asia Heritage & Culture Tours

Watch a water puppet show in Hanoi, a unique fusion of art, tradition and storytelling giving you an authentic slice of Vietnam

Try an egg coffee in Hanoi, a Vietnamese drink traditionally prepared with egg yolks, sugar, condensed milk and robusta coffee

Alms giving ceremony in Luang Prabang, Laos, a daily ritual involves local Buddhist monks walking barefoot through the streets, silently collecting offerings from devout locals

Catch the sunrise at Borobudur Temple in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, and admire the view from the top of the temple surrounded by fog and high hills making it an unforgettable panorama

Attend a Batik making class in Bali, Indonesia, to learn about the traditional method of decorating fabric by applying hot wax and dye originated from Java island in the late 1800s

Explore the magnificent ancient Angkor temples in Siem Reap, Cambodia, to learn about the fascinating history and architecture of this remarkable archaeological site

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Halong Bay
Halong Bay

Halong Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, is located 170km east of Hanoi. It is made up of three neighboring bays: Halong, Lan Ha and Bai Tu Long bays, although Halong Bay is...

Hue
Hue

Hue, the former royal capital under the Nguyen Dynasty is based in central Vietnam and is one of the oldest Vietnamese cities. Set on the banks of the Perfume River, this historical city is home to...

Hoi An
Hoi An

One of the oldest cities in Asia, Hoi An town is in central Vietnam and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 thanks to its 800 historic buildings. Today, its iconic yellow ochre facades,...

Danang
Danang

Da Nang is the commercial and educational center of central Vietnam and the largest city in the region. It is also the tourism hub on the west coast blessed with beautiful sunsets against a backdrop...

Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang is a small but vibrant town in the heart of northern Laos. It is adorably picturesque with glittering temples, a mix of traditional Lao wooden houses and hints of European architecture,...

Xieng Khouang
Xieng Khouang

Xiangkhouang is a northeast province which is the home to the well-known Plain of Jars – one of the landmarks in Laos. Tourists often choose XiangKhuoang as a stop for short adventures exploring...

Siem Reap
Siem Reap

Siem Reap is the gateway to Cambodia’s vast and spectacular temples of Angkor undoubtedly one of the world's greatest archaeological sites. Constructed between the 9th and 15th centuries, these...

Sukhothai
Sukhothai

Sukhothai, the capital of the first Thai kingdom, flourished between the mid-13th and 14th centuries during Thailand's 'golden age'. Already known as the cradle of Thai civilization, the city was...

Bagan
Bagan

Bagan is located on the banks of the Ayeyarwady River (Irrawaddy), a few miles south of Mandalay and north of Yangon. During the heyday of Bagan, this was the center of the Pagan Kingdom from the...

Java Island
Java Island

Java is the most populated island in Indonesia with more than 140 million people and considered one of the most densely populated places on earth. Despite the occupation of human beings, Java has...

Melaka
Melaka

Melaka, or Malacca as it is previously known, is one of the most important port cities in the history of world trade. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site declared in 2008, Melaka showcases a fusion of...

Penang
Penang

Penang is a state on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Geographically, the state consists of Penang Island, and Seberang Perai, the mainland strip facing the island, which are separated by a...
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