Where to go in September

September is a good time to discover the unique cultural heritage and unforgettable Himalayan scenery of Bhutan’s Bumthang, the extraordinary Silk Road mysteries of China’s Mogao Caves, and Japan’s Golden Route from Tokyo to Kyoto. The weather is also perfect to soft-trek the tribal homeland of Vietnam’s Sa Pa people, or discover the wonderfully diverse wildlife of the Taman Negara National Park in Malaysia.

Festivals and Events in September

Bhutan - Thimphu Tsechu

Singapore - Formula One GP

Classic Western Bhutan Tour

(8 days/7 nights)
This adventure takes in the very best of Western Bhutan, its culture, and tradition, towering fortresses, temples, and monasteries. Lush green valleys and hills dotted with prayer wheels and flags,

Classic Tibet Tour

(7 days / 6 nights)
A short discovery tour of Tibet, taking you through stunning Himalayan mountain landscapes, pristine lakes, and ancient monasteries. Experience the spiritual traditions, join the monks in prayer and visit a local Tibetan home.

Explore the UNESCO-Heritage Mogao Caves

(3 days/2 nights )
Explore the Mogao Caves with its thousand-year-old Buddhist murals in the man made grottoes. Travel through the endless sand dunes of the Mingsha Mountains, explore the night market in Dunhuang and be dazzled by stunning Crescent Moon Lake

Beijing to Tibet by Train

(11 days/10 nights)
An epic journey by rail from Beijing via the world's highest Qinghai-Tibet Railway over mountain landscapes to Tibet. Explore Beijing’s Summer Palace, Forbidden City and Tiananmen, hike the Great Wall before embarking on your rail journey

A tour of China by High Speed Train

(10 days/9 nights)
An eye opening experience touring China by high-speed train on one of the most modern rail networks in the world. Begin your journey from Beijing, with stops to admire medieval Pingyao, Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors and Luoyang’s natural wonders.

The Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer River Cruise

(4 days/3 nights)
From Chongqing, take a cruise on the legendary Yangtze River. Visit ancient sites, local markets and see the Three Gorges Dam as it makes its way through the famous Three Gorges: the Qutang Gorge, Wuxia Gorge and Xiling Gorge.

Pandas and Buddhas of Sichuan

(6 days/5 nights)
A tailor-made journey to Sichuan to marvel at its craggy landscapes, delicious food and pandas! Get up close and personal with this renowned animal at the heart of the Bifengxia centre. Visit the largest Buddha in the world at Leshan and climb the sacred Buddhist Mountain Emei

Komodo dragons and Flores Discovery tour

7 days / 6 nights
With active volcanoes and deadly dragons, the islands of the Komodo National Park are among the most rugged and hostile on the planet but they also contain stunning tropical scenery, with lush jungle and aquamarine seas.

Yogyakarta to Bali overland tour

9 days / 8 nights
Explore ancient temples, venture into rural villages, walk through lush coffee plantations and discover local cultures on this overland tour from Yogyakarta to Bali.

Sulawesi Toraja Highlands tour

6 days / 5 nights
The highlight of this tour will almost certainly be to see at first hand the Torajan Graves where relatives have buried their ancestors high on the cliff faces in the company of wooden effigies.

Central Java Temples, Volcanoes and Coffee Plantations

7 days / 6 nights
Explore the unique, cultural and geological wonders of Java with this comprehensive tour. From the coastal city of Semarang, visit the spectacular 9th Century Buddhist temple of Borobudur, before arriving in Indonesia's cultural capital, Yogyakarta.

Java to Bali private overland tour

11 days / 10 nights Java Tour. Travel through an extraordinarily diverse landscape, from the historical wonders of Java to the exotic island of Bali. From towering volcanoes to dense forest, manicured rice paddies and teeming cities.

Private Bali tour

14 days / 13 nights
Bali is an island of unique traditions of music, dance, painting, sculpture and architecture. Picture perfect sunsets from beautiful palm fringed beaches overlooked by lush highlands and soaring volcanoes. We have a suggested itinerary which will take you to the north coast of Lovina where you can swim and snorkel over pristine coral reefs

Comprehensive tour of Japan

16 days/15 nights
Explore the best of Japan from the historic shrines and temples to the stunning Mt Fuji and heritage rich Kyoto. Unwind in the hot onsen baths in Hakone, experience a stay in a traditional Japanese-style ryokan

Wild Hokkaido Fly Drive

12 days/11 nights
Hokkaido is the northernmost of the country's four main islands, where the summers are refreshing and humidity free and the winters provide excellent snow fields. You will discover amazing sceneries with sweeping vistas, wildlife and breath taking nature

Japan Nakasendo Way: A journey into the heart of Japan

12 days / 11 nights
An iconic walk of Japan on the Nakasendo Way that linked Kyoto to Tokyo during Japan’s feudal period. Join this small guided tour starting in Tokyo for a walk along the best preserved parts of the old road into the mountains for an intimate experience of Japan off the beaten track

Japan's Golden Route from Tokyo to Kyoto

6 days/5 nights
Delight your senses with an awakening trip to the spectacular 'Land of the Rising Sun'. Arrive in the eclectic capital city of Tokyo before travelling to Hakone, the gateway to Mt Fuji

Taman Negara National Park Safari

3 days / 2 nights
Taman Negara National Park is the perfect place for wildlife viewing, jungle trekking, hiking, rock climbing, fishing, camping and many more.

Fly and Self Drive Holidays from Singapore to Malaysia

18 days / 17 nights
This 18-day Malaysia self drive holiday takes you on a journey through the colonial architecture in the UNESCO city of Malacca to the bustling capital city of Kuala Lumpur

Island Hopping on the East Coast of Malaysia

10 days / 9 nights
Magnificent beaches, crystal clear water, excellent diving and lazy days spent swimming and relaxing on Perhentian Island and Lang Tengah Islands

Comprehensive South Korea Tour

14 days/13 nights
Immerse yourself in a comprehensive private tour of Korea. Starting in Seoul to visit Gyeongbok Palace and the beautiful Secret Garden, you will continue to Mt. Seorak National Park and enjoy the rock formations and scenic views of the mountain.

Korea by Rail

5 days/4 nights
Korailpack is a Rail Pass holiday package including accommodation and tours designed to provide a unique experience of Korea by train. Travel with a professional guide who will help you to navigate the stations and also provide local knowledge of the sites or independently.

Northern Sri Lanka, Wildlife and beach tour

(14 days/13 nights)
A unique itinerary to Northern Sri Lanka featuring wildlife safaris, cultural insights and glorious beaches. Spend lazy days experiencing true Sri Lankan hospitality at the unique Mudhouse in Anamaduwa, go on a safari at Wilpattu National Park, see the highlights of Jaffna and go island hopping to the remote easterly islands.

Cruising in Ha Long Bay with Indochina Sails

3 days / 2 nights
The beauty of Halong Bay can only be appreciated with an up-close sail to the many islands, fjords and inlets. What better way to experience the natural beauty and spectacular seascape of this UNESCO World Heritage site than on board an Indochina Sails junk!

Cruising in Halong Bay with Au Co Cruise

Spend three nights amongst the UNESCO wonders of Halong Bay on board the Au Co, a fabulous luxury ship featuring 32 oversized cabins with private balconies

Sa Pa Tribes and soft treks

5 days / 4 nights
Take an overnight train to Sapa and dive into the traditions of Vietnam’s hilltribes. Explore spectacular natural landscapes that are home to some of the most colourful hill tribes in Asia