14 day itinerary
Asia
Personalized with:Family of 5, ages 14-53Want to see world renowned landmarksWant to experience the culture of the loWant great food
Itinerary
A 14-day adventure in Asia sounds like a fantastic journey for your family! Let’s create an itinerary that balances iconic landmarks, cultural experiences, and delicious food. I’ll suggest a mix of destinations that are rich in history and flavor. Here we go!
Day 1: Arrival in Tokyo, Japan
- Morning: Arrive in Tokyo. Check into your hotel and freshen up.
- Afternoon: Head to Asakusa to visit the , Tokyo’s oldest temple. Stroll through for some traditional snacks and souvenirs.
- Evening: Dinner in Akihabara, where you can try some delicious ramen or sushi. Explore the vibrant electronics district afterward.
Day 2: Tokyo
- Morning: Visit the iconic for panoramic views of the city.
- Afternoon: Explore the and take a peaceful walk through the surrounding forest.
- Evening: Dinner in Shibuya. Don’t miss the famous and grab some street food like takoyaki or crepes.
Day 3: Kyoto
- Morning: Take the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto (about 2.5 hours). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit Kinkaku-ji (the Golden Pavilion) and stroll through its beautiful gardens.
- Evening: Enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner, a multi-course Japanese meal, in Gion, the geisha district.
Day 4: Kyoto
- Morning: Explore , famous for its thousands of red torii gates.
- Afternoon: Visit and take a walk along the river.
- Evening: Try yudofu (tofu hot pot) for dinner, a local specialty.
Day 5: Bangkok, Thailand
- Morning: Fly to Bangkok (about 6 hours). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit the and .
- Evening: Dinner at a riverside restaurant and take a boat ride on the Chao Phraya River.
Day 6: Bangkok
- Morning: Explore the (if it’s a weekend) or visit .
- Afternoon: Take a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Thai dishes.
- Evening: Enjoy street food in Chinatown, sampling dishes like pad thai and mango sticky rice.
Day 7: Siem Reap, Cambodia
- Morning: Fly to Siem Reap (about 1 hour). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit , the largest religious monument in the world.
- Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant and watch a traditional Apsara dance performance.
Day 8: Siem Reap
- Morning: Explore the and its famous smiling faces.
- Afternoon: Visit , known for its tree-covered ruins.
- Evening: Enjoy a family dinner at a restaurant that serves Khmer cuisine.
Day 9: Hanoi, Vietnam
- Morning: Fly to Hanoi (about 1.5 hours). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit and . Explore the .
- Evening: Try pho at a local eatery and enjoy a water puppet show.
Day 10:
- Morning: Take a day trip to (about 2.5 hours). Board a cruise to explore the stunning limestone islands.
- Afternoon: Enjoy a seafood lunch on the boat and take part in activities like kayaking or swimming.
- Evening: Return to Hanoi and have dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 11: Beijing, China
- Morning: Fly to Beijing (about 3 hours). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit and the .
- Evening: Enjoy Peking duck for dinner, a must-try dish in Beijing.
Day 12: Beijing
- Morning: Take a trip to the (Mutianyu or Badaling section).
- Afternoon: Explore the and its beautiful gardens.
- Evening: Dinner at a local hot pot restaurant.
Day 13: Seoul, South Korea
- Morning: Fly to Seoul (about 2 hours). Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon: Visit and watch the changing of the guard ceremony.
- Evening: Explore Insadong for traditional crafts and enjoy Korean BBQ for dinner.
Day 14: Seoul
- Morning: Visit to see traditional Korean houses.
- Afternoon: Explore the vibrant and try street food like tteokbokki and hotteok.
- Evening: Wrap up your trip with a farewell dinner at a restaurant with a view of the .
Departure
- Depending on your flight schedule, you might have some time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing before heading to the airport.
This itinerary offers a blend of cultural experiences, iconic landmarks, and mouth-watering food that your family will surely enjoy! Safe travels and have a fantastic time exploring Asia! 🌏✈️🍜