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Explore 11 Amazing Asian Destinations

From ancient temples to modern cities, pristine beaches to bustling markets - discover the diverse beauty of Asia with America's leading Asian travel specialists since 1980.

Korea Beyond Imaginations

Our most comprehensive Korea experience with 4 different package options starting from $2,499.

Explore Seoul's ancient palaces and Busan's stunning coastline while experiencing both traditional cultural heritage sites and modern attractions with expert local guides.

Linger Longer
Experience

Extended Asian adventures designed for travelers who want deeper cultural immersion across multiple destinations and regions.

These longer stays allow for authentic local connections, off-the-beaten-path experiences, and truly memorable journeys at a relaxed pace with expert guidance throughout your adventure.

Custom Asia Adventures

Personalized itineraries across all 11 Asian destinations tailored specifically to your interests, timeline, and budget preferences.

Our experienced travel specialists work directly with you to create unique experiences that match your travel style and individual preferences perfectly with local expertise and support.

All Asian Destinations We Serve

Korea

Experience our signature Beyond Imaginations tours featuring ancient palaces, modern cities, K-Pop culture, and authentic cuisine across Seoul and Busan.

Japan

Discover the perfect harmony of ancient traditions and cutting-edge innovation from Tokyo's energy to Kyoto's serene temples and seasonal beauty.

China

Explore 5,000 years of history from Beijing's Forbidden City to Shanghai's modern marvels and Xi'an's ancient Terracotta Warriors.

Thailand

Immerse yourself in golden temples, vibrant markets, pristine beaches, and world-renowned cuisine from Bangkok to Phuket and Chiang Mai.

Hong Kong

Experience where East meets West with stunning harbor views, world-class shopping, dim sum culture, and dynamic city life.

Singapore

Discover the Garden City's futuristic architecture, diverse cuisine, cultural neighborhoods, and efficient modern urban planning.

Vietnam

Journey from bustling Ho Chi Minh City to historic Hanoi, with stunning Ha Long Bay and rich cultural heritage throughout.

Taiwan

Explore this island paradise combining natural beauty, night markets, traditional temples, and warm Taiwanese hospitality.

Malaysia

Experience incredible cultural diversity from Kuala Lumpur's modern skyline to Penang's heritage sites and natural rainforests."

Cambodia

Discover the magnificent Angkor Wat temple complex and explore ancient Khmer civilization in this historically rich destination.

Philippines

Enjoy over 7,000 islands offering pristine beaches, crystal clear waters, vibrant marine life, and genuine Filipino hospitality.

Korea Beyond Imaginations

Our most popular destination with 4 exclusivePackages designed for every type of traveler.

K-1 Essential Korea
Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
2,499
$
Round trip airfare included
Seoul stay + breakfast
Palace tours & cultural sites
Shopping districts experience
K-2 Seoul & Busan
Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
2,799
$
Everything in K-1 package
Busan coastal experience
Historical Gyeongju sites
Two-city adventure
K-3 K-Pop Experience
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
2,988
$
Seoul cultural experience
K-Pop studio performance
Gangnam & Hongdae districts
Youth culture immersion
K-4 Culinary Journey
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
3,390
$
Food market walking tours
Cooking classes included
Street food experiences
Traditional cultural dining
  • K-1 Package - Essential Korea Discovery

    Price: $2,499.00 per person (Double Occupancy)

    Duration: 4 days, 3 nights

    Package Includes:

    • Round trip airfare from LAX/SFO to Incheon, Korea via Korean Air

    • Round trip transportation between hotel and Incheon airport

    • 3 nights hotel accommodation at the beautiful Novotel Seoul Dongdaemun or similar

    • Daily American breakfast at hotel

    • 2 full days of sightseeing

    Detailed Itinerary:

    Day 1 Sightseeing:

    • Gyeongbokgung Palace to visit the Royal Palace of Joseon

    • Cheongwadae (Blue House)

    • Insadong Ancient Street

    • Enjoy delicious Korean Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup)

    • Tour continues to Bukchon Hanok Village

    • Cheonggyecheon

    Day 2 Sightseeing:

    • Myeongdong district

    • Enjoy shopping at Dongdaemun Fashion Town

    • Enjoy delicious Marinated Grilled Pork Ribs (Yangnyeom Dwaeji Galbi)

    • Hangang cruise

    • Visit to 123rd floor Lotte World Tower (Observation deck included)

  • K-2 Package - Seoul & Busan Adventure

    Price: $2,799.00 per person (Double Occupancy)

    Duration: 5 days, 4 nights

    Package Includes:

    • Round trip airfare from LAX/SFO to Incheon, Korea via Korean Air

    • One way transportation between hotel and Incheon airport

    • 3 nights hotel accommodation at the beautiful Novotel Seoul Dongdaemun or similar

    • 2 nights hotel accommodation at the Busan Lotte Hotel or similar

    • Daily American breakfast at hotel

    • 3 full days of sightseeing

    Detailed Itinerary:

    Day 1 Sightseeing:

    • Gyeongbokgung Palace to visit the Royal Palace of Joseon

    • Cheongwadae (Blue House)

    • Insadong Ancient Street

    • Enjoy delicious Korean Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup)

    • Tour continues to Bukchon Hanok Village

    • Cheonggyecheon

    Day 2 Sightseeing:

    • Myeongdong district

    • Enjoy shopping at Dongdaemun Fashion Town

    • Enjoy delicious Marinated Grilled Pork Ribs (Yangnyeom Dwaeji Galbi)

    • Hangang cruise

    • Visit to 123rd floor Lotte World Tower (Observation deck included)

    Day 3 Sightseeing:

    • Transfer to Gyeongju in Busan

    • Lunch at local restaurant

    • Visiting to Cheomseongdae Observatory

    • Donggung (Prince) Palace and Wolji Pond

    • Gyeongju National Museum

    • Bulguksa Temple

    Day 4 Sightseeing:

    • Busan International Market

    • Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) streets

    • Jagalchi Market

    • Lunch will be served at local restaurants

    • Haeundae Beach

    • Nurimaru APEC House on Dongbaekseom Island

    • Blue Line Park Beach Train

  • K-3 Package - K-Pop Cultural Experience

    Price: $2,988.00 per person (Double Occupancy)

    Duration: 5 days, 4 nights

    Package Includes:

    • Round trip airfare from LAX/SFO to Incheon, Korea via Korean Air

    • Round trip transportation between hotel and Incheon airport

    • 4 nights hotel accommodation at the beautiful Novotel Seoul Dongdaemun or similar

    • Daily American breakfast at hotel

    • 3 full days of sightseeing

    Detailed Itinerary:

    Day 1 Sightseeing:

    • Gyeongbokgung Palace to visit the Royal Palace of Joseon

    • Cheongwadae (Blue House)

    • Insadong Ancient Street

    • Enjoy delicious Korean Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup)

    • Tour continues to Bukchon Hanok Village

    • Ikseon-dong Café Alley

    • Cheonggyecheon

    Day 2 Sightseeing:

    • Dongdaemun Fashion Town

    • Myeongdong district

    • Enjoy shopping at Dongdaemun Fashion Town

    • Enjoy delicious Marinated Grilled Pork Ribs (Yangnyeom Dwaeji Galbi)

    • Hangang cruise

    • Visit to 123rd floor Lotte World Tower (Observation deck included)

    • Namsan and N. Seoul Tower

    Day 3 - Highlight of the Tour is K-Pop:

    • K-Star Road (Gangnam) photo opportunity of Gangnamdol Statues

    • Starfield COEX Mall & Starfield Library

    • Lunch on own at the COEX Mall

    • K-Pop dance studio visit with live performance

    • Hongdae area stroll & shopping

    • Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain & Han River night view

  • K-4 Package - Korean Culinary Journey

    Price: $3,390.00 per person (Double Occupancy)

    Duration: 5 days, 4 nights

    Package Includes:

    • Round trip airfare from LAX/SFO to Incheon, Korea via Korean Air

    • Round trip transportation between hotel and Incheon airport

    • 4 nights hotel accommodation at the beautiful Novotel Seoul Dongdaemun or similar

    • 3 full days of sightseeing

    • Delicious Korean food and welcome reception and enjoy Chimaek dinner (A perfect pairing of crispy fried chicken and cold beer)

    • Daily American breakfast at hotel

    Detailed Itinerary:

    Day 1 - Seoul City & Food Adventure:

    • Dongdaemun Design Plaza

    • Gwangjang Market & Food Alley Tour

    • Taste authentic Korean street foods: Crispy mung bean pancakes, Codfish soup, Bindaetteok (Crispy mung bean pancakes, featured on Netflix and global media), Janchi Guksu (Festive noodle soup), Yukhoe (Korean beef tartare) etc. You can taste these street foods with good cost-effectiveness and this lively market is also famous for being visited by Hollywood stars like Sam Smith, Jessica Alba and Brie Larson and etc.

    • Cheonggyecheon stream walk and coffee break

    • Enjoy free time for shopping at local boutiques in Dongdaemun area

    • Enjoy your foodie experience (Bulgogi) Korean BBQ Beef for dinner

    Day 2 - Royal Heritage & Trendy Seoul with Korean Wellness Food:

    • Tour to visit Gyeongbokgung Palace with Hanbok costume experience

    • Insadong Ancient Street

    • Enjoy delicious Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup) lunch

    • Bukchon Hanok Village

    • Ikseon-dong café alley: Here you can enjoy coffee or traditional Korean tea with popular Korean snacks such as hotteok (Sweet Syrup-filled pancakes), bungeoppang (fish-shaped pastry with red bean filling), tteok (traditional rice cakes), and modern twists on classic treats

    • Hongdae area stroll and shopping

    • Evening enjoy Korean food experience our signature Bibimbap dinner

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Frequently Asked Question

We specialize in 11 Asian countries: Korea, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Cambodia, and the Philippines. With over 45 years of experience, we’ve built deep expertise and local partnerships across all these destinations.

All Korea packages include round-trip airfare from LAX/SFO via Korean Air, hotel accommodation with daily American breakfast, airport transfers, professional English-speaking guides, and all entrance fees. Specific inclusions vary by package (K-1 through K-4).

Yes! While our Korea Beyond Imaginations packages are pre-designed, we can customize any itinerary to match your interests, pace, and budget. Our travel specialists work directly with you to create your perfect Asian adventure.

We recommend booking 2-3 months in advance for optimal pricing and availability, especially during peak travel seasons (cherry blossom season in Japan, fall foliage in Korea, etc.).

Absolutely! We specialize in group coordination from intimate groups of 10 to large corporate events of 3,000+ participants. We handle all logistics for corporate incentives, family reunions, and special celebrations.

Spring (April-May) for cherry blossoms and mild weather, or fall (September-November) for colorful foliage and comfortable temperatures. However, each season offers unique experiences.

While we don’t sell travel insurance directly, we can help you arrange coverage through our trusted partners to protect your investment and provide peace of mind during your trip.

Cancellation and change policies vary depending on the package and timing. Contact us at (562) 692-5000 to discuss your specific situation, and we’ll work with you to find the best solution.

We’ve specialized exclusively in Asian travel for over 45 years, building deep local knowledge and partnerships. Our team provides personalized service, expert guidance, and handles every detail. As the saying goes: “We plan it, you enjoy it.”

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