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Tailor-made Foodie Travel in Asia

Discover the flavours of Asia

Discover the Flavours of Asia…

If you’re at all familiar with the Selective Asia team, you’ll know that one of our favourite ways to travel is by following our stomachs! There’s a very good reason for that – the wide diversity of dishes and fantastic flavours throughout Asia delivers, without doubt, some of the most wonderful eats in the world.

Fine dining has some superstar chefs in Asia, and enjoying this theatre of food is a great pleasure, for sure, but the best way to experience Asia’s food is through local cooking, regional specialities and street food snacks. Eating like this shows you the very heart and soul of a place; the flavours and foods that are infused with its culture, history and personality.

Our advice for finding the finest flavours? Look for a line of locals waiting to eat, and join the queue!

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Explore our Journeys, Experiences, Articles and more for inspiration and information to kick start your next Flavours of Asia adventure…

Top journey ideas and places to explore

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A Hint of Spice

Indonesia
Explore the Spice Islands and West Papua and its wild and timeless beauty.
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Price fr. £3,090
Ideal duration | 14 days
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A Taste of Cambodia

Cambodia
Jumping straight in at the awe-inspiring Angkor temples, this journey allows for the perfect blend of Cambodia’s iconic locations and classic highlights, all with a bit of a Selective Asia twist and plenty of time to let it all soak in.
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Price fr. £1,890
Ideal duration | 12 days

A Taste of Rajasthan

India
Explore the ‘Land of Kings’. Studded with a legacy of elaborate forts and palaces alongside colourful cities, this region is teeming with history, excitement and chaos.
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Price fr. £2,590
Ideal duration | 15 days
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A Taste of Thailand

Thailand
Whilst the SA team don’t always agree on the merits of a destination or their current favourite experiences, there’s no disagreement when it comes to discussing repeat visits to Thailand. We all agree that ‘you’ve never done Thailand’. This all-rounder journey is a great way to discover it for the first time or become reacquainted with an old friend.
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Price fr. £1,990
Ideal duration | 12 days

Cardamom & Coconuts

India
Kerala’s famous‘backwaters’ and rolling teahills are the perfect antidote to modern India. A slow-paced journey through the region’s rich culture and relaxing landscapes.
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Price fr. £3,390
Ideal duration | 17 days
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Footprints Through Tea Country

Sri Lanka
Walk the Pekoe Trail through hidden corners of Tea Country and beyond at your own pace, connecting its people, history and landscapes in a way no vehicle can match. Balance hiking days with rainforest adventure, wildlife safaris, and restorative days by the sea, engaging every sense.
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Price fr. £3,190
Ideal duration | 15 days
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From Field to Pho

Vietnam
Embark on a journey through Vietnam’s less-visited north - lush rolling hills, remote villages and friendly locals, with a side of morning noodles in Hanoi.
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Price fr. £2,490
Ideal duration | 14 days
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Kingdoms & Coffee Fields

India
Historically elaborate, restlessly cutting edge and starkly unspoilt in equal measure, India’s southern state of Karnataka can feel like a dozen different countries in one. This singularly beautiful region offers a balance of history, culture, modern tech, landscapes and wildlife, and leads seamlessly to the peaceful Malabar backwaters and wilder beaches of northern Kerala.
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Price fr. £4,090
Ideal duration | 16 days
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Saké and Seoul: Japan & South Korea

Japan, South Korea, Multi-Country
Japan and South Korea go together like ginger and chilli - two feisty neighbours running parallel to each other in so many ways. Their similarities run from technological innovation to mountainous landscapes, but with striking individualities that stand out. Seeing both countries in one trip gives you two perspectives on the same sunrise.
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Price fr. £4,890
Ideal duration | 13 nights

Sri Lanka & the Maldives: Short eats and shorelines

Sri Lanka, Multi-Country, Maldives
Experience the best of both worlds by combining a cultural and wildlife holiday to Sri Lanka with some time to unwind in the Maldives.
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Price fr. £4,190
Ideal duration | 15 nights

Inspiring experiences and places to stay

Lean into the details of your bespoke Asia trip to discover rare experiences, exceptional hotels, local connections, inspiring conservation and much more…

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Every Asia trip we build is finely tuned to fit you, and that all starts with a chat. Let us know what you're hoping to see, feel and experience on your travels, and the places you're dreaming of, and your Asia Specialist will craft a route that includes everything you want and more.

The Selective Asia difference

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  • Unparalleled local knowledge and expertise
  • Award-winning, nose-to-tail service
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  • Our flexi-booking promise and financial clarity

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Personally designed, exceptional journeys across Asia that champion a passion for travel with care for community connections and the planet.
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Selective Asia is a fully ATOL licensed and bonded tour operator, and our flexi-booking promise offers increased protection & peace of mind.,

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