Asia Tours

Explore the artistic traditions of Japan, from the art and architecture of ancient temples and castles, to the current cutting edge creative scene, including the 'Art Islands' Naoshima and Teshima.

Jim Fogarty explores the many different meanings of traditional & modern Japanese gardens. The tour is timed for November, when the countryside explodes into symphonies of glorious autumnal colour.

Combining UNESCO World Heritage sites of Anuradhapura, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Kandy and Galle with a number of Sri Lanka's best wildlife sanctuaries including Wilpattu & Yala National Park.

Prof. Bernard Hoffert leads this tour visiting three magnificent capitals of the Mughal Empire – Delhi, Agra & Fatehpur Sikri – and a number of great Rajput fortress cities of Rajasthan.

Showcasing the finest Japanese contemporary art, architecture, furniture and fashion; including Naoshima Island and hosted visits to ateliers.

Travel through Kyushu, Japan's main southern island, and the ancient cedar forests of Yakushima island. Visit mountain shrines, onsen towns, samurai villages, castles and poignant monuments to peace.

Explore the artistic traditions of Japan, from the art and architecture of ancient temples and castles, to the current cutting edge creative scene, including the 'Art Islands' Naoshima and Teshima.

Jim Fogarty explores Japanese gardens and landscapes in areas away from busy tourist centres. The tour is timed for November, when the countryside explodes into symphonies of glorious autumnal colour.

Showcasing the finest Japanese contemporary art, architecture, furniture and fashion; including Naoshima Island and hosted visits to ateliers.

Travel through Kyushu, Japan's main southern island, and the ancient cedar forests of Yakushima island. Visit mountain shrines, onsen towns, samurai villages, castles and poignant monuments to peace.