We have a selection of guidebooks to some of our most popular countries in Asia. Written by our specialists, they detail destination information, a wildlife guide, some suggested itineraries and plenty more to inspire your holiday. Fill in the form below and if you live in UK, your guidebook will arrive by post within the next couple of days. For those who live abroad, we will send this via a PDF to your email.
From boutique Bali retreats to an intimate paradise on Lombok, this 10 night Bali and Lombok itinerary is perfect for honeymooners and couples seeking a romantic Indonesian escape.
Discover Indonesia’s most beloved island on this week-long itinerary, combining the cultural riches and lush countryside of Ubud with the calm seas and sandy beaches of Bali’s southeast coast.
Deciding on your honeymoon destination is one of the most exciting and diffcult choices to make during your wedding preparations. Expectations are high to craft the trip of a lifetime which suits you both perfectly. With this in mind, our specialists have put their heads together to handpick a selction of properties which are just perfect for celebrating your honeymoon.
Whether it be lacing up your boots to reach the summit of a burbling volcano or taking a leisurely stroll through rolling rice terraces, Indonesia has got it all. Thanks to such a unique topography it is amongst Asia's top hiking destinations, offering a huge variety of vast and varied terrain, all just waiting to be discovered on foot. We've shortlisted a few of our favourite hikes, showcasing the very best of the trails and tracks across Indonesia.
Indonesia is a melting pot of cultures, religions and peoples and its diversity is no more obvious than in its temples. Perched precariously on vertiginous clifftops, floating on serene lakes, and relentlessly pummelled by the crashing waves of the Indian Ocean, the setting of Indonesia’s temples is as phenomenal as their architectural merit. We’ve shortlisted our very favourite temples from across the archipelago.
Bali is loved by honeymooners and with its idyllic beaches, stunning boutique hotels and secluded settings, it is no surprise. We’ve shortlisted a handful of our favourite properties which are perfect for a post-nuptial celebration or simply a romantic retreat.
Bali is a much-loved beach destination and thanks to long swathes of sandy beach, seriously laid-back vibes and rugged coastlines, it is easy to see why. In Bali, no beach is the same, meaning that whatever your idea of paradise may be, there is bound to be a beach that ticks all the boxes for you. With each stretch of coastline offering something different, it is often difficult to know where to start when it comes to discovering Bali’s hidden coves, forgotten bays and sugar white beaches. To help, we’ve handpicked a few of our favourite Balinese beaches, choosing where’s best and for who.
Come face to face with the larger than life Komodo Dragon for one of the most unusual wildlife encounters in Asia, if not the world. Patrolling a group of islands off the coast of Flores, Indonesia, the planet’s largest lizard is perhaps the poster boy of all of Indonesia’s wildlife and a truly unforgettable sight. Enjoy a cruise off the coast of Komodo, keeping a watchful eye out for these prehistoric beasts basking in the sun, jostling for territory or hunting their prey.
The Ubud Monkey Forest in central Bali is home to hundreds of inquisitive macaques and the tree canopies are alive with the clamour of monkeys calling out across the forest. Locals consider the forest as an important spiritual, economic, educational and conservation centre for the area and it is well worth a visit during a stay in Ubud.
The steamy jungles of Borneo and Sumatra are the last remaining habitats of orangutans in the world. Spotting these rare apes in the wild, watching as they lazily lollop in tree canopies, clamber between branches and feed on wild fruits is a truly remarkable experience and one not to be missed for the quintessential Indonesian wildlife experience.
The waters off the coast of the Gili islands are teeming with marine life and the offshore coral reefs are home to a myriad of technicolour fish, sharks, rays and turtles. Spotting a majestic sea turtle gliding in front of your very eyes is bound to be the highlight of any underwater adventure. You can also catch a glimpse of them on land too, whether it be in a conservation centre or helping usher hatchlings out to sea.
With habitats fast declining, the battle to save Sumatra’s elephants from extinction is at the forefront of the conservation effort on the island. Thanks to illegal coffee cultivation, deforestation and poaching, less than 3000 Sumatran elephants remain in the wild. Learning about the projects underway to protect the species, alongside tracking the gentle giants in the wild will no doubt be a highlight of your stay on the island.
