Moving east, Asia Minor is the first stop, also known as Anatolia. This is the area within Turkey where Asia really starts and is home to whirling dervishes, Hittite ruins and beautiful mansions which attract holiday-goers all year round.
Head a little further east and south, past the rich history and culture of the Middle East, and into the colourful chaos of ancient India. The contrasts are striking - stunning riches and dire poverty often in the same city - but it has a wealth of culture and filled with friendly, hospitable people waiting to welcome travellers.
Summer is inviting in the Himalayan foothills of Shimla while late autumn and early spring are the ideal time to discover the Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Be sure to visit the Taj Mahal and take time to explore Rajasthan.
To the North and East of India lies China, the largest country in Asia and the most populous country in the world. From Beijing to Shanghai, China’s cities are vibrant and exciting, and the country has the most stunning natural scenery to explore.
Take in Vietnam’s exotic natural beauty, the history and hedonism of Thailand, and of course, the startling and delighting contrasts of Japan, a country that seems to have one foot each in the past and the future.