Asia Unveiled 2025 Itinerary
Tokyo
Not to be missed
- Learn secrets of samurai sword fighting
Learn to draw, pose and swing your katana, the traditional sword of Japanese warriors. The head choreographer for Kill Bill: Volume One guides your hand during this Tetsuro Shimaguchi samurai tour.
Tokyo, Tailored for You
Relive the glory of Imperial Japan
On a Meiji-jingu tour, explore the massive shrine built to honour the first emperor of modern Japan. Stroll through the Imperial Palace gardens before enjoying a shabu shabu (hot pot) lunch.Take a bonsai class
Learn how to create your own bonsai at the Shunkaen Bonsai Museum, operated by renowned bonsai artist Kunio Kobayashi. Afterward, stroll the museum’s bonsai garden, which houses over 1,000 trees.Take Japanese cooking lessons
Visit Tokyo’s Tsukiji market with a Michelin-distinguished chef to source ingredients for a sushi-making class. Learn how to prepare different rolls, enjoying your creations and a sake tasting.
Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi
Features
Zen-influenced design from architect Jean-Michel Gathy
Sky-high gourmet dining at the Michelin-starred est
Spa ritual inspired by yakusugi, ancient Japanese cedars
Bali
Not to be missed
- Go rafting on Bali’s longest river
On an Ayung River white water rafting adventure, experience the power and beauty of the river while rafting on its Class 2 rapids through vine-hung gorges studded with cascading waterfalls.
Bali, Tailored for You
Cleanse your soul with sacred waters
After a morning spent visiting beautiful temples, arrive at Tirta Empul, where a Balinese priest will perform a traditional water purification ritual to cleanse body, mind and spirit.Take a Batik painting class
Design your own fabric with batik, a traditional Indonesian art form. Learn how to draw patterns with hot wax onto cloth that is dyed in brilliant colours, and take home your vibrant creation.Bike the lush countryside
Ride past plantations, rivers and rice terraces on a Bali bicycle tour. Learn the role that Bali's rice farming traditions play in its religious rituals, and stop to hydrate with fresh coconut.
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
Features
Villas with private plunge pools and outdoor showers
Yoga classes held in Dharma Shanti Yoga Bale
Resort credit to spend as you wish
Maldives
Not to be missed
- Relax and reflect on an island paradise
Greet the morning with a Sun Salutation yoga session overlooking the ocean or rejuvenate with a holistic treatment inspired by Vedic traditions at the Spa and Ayurvedic Retreat.
The Maldives, Tailored for You
Enjoy a serene sunset cruise
Take in panoramic views of the sunset over the Indian Ocean as you indulge in champagne and appetizers on a private yacht cruise.Snorkel in the Coral Reef
Cruise aboard a traditional dhoni to a nearby reef, where you can sunbathe on the vessel’s rooftop and snorkel amid the multicoloured coral before enjoying a picnic on the beach.Dine barefoot on the beach
Revel in the company of your fellow travellers at a specially prepared beach dinner, complete with fresh-caught seafood, local musicians and dancing in the moonlight.
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
Features
Overwater bungalows with sundecks and Indian Ocean views
Private plunge pool connected to each bungalow
Resort credit to spend as you wish
Hoi An
Not to be missed
- Enjoy a street dinner in the Old Town
Get an authentic Vietnamese experience on the streets of Hoi An's Old Town, which are cordoned off for a private dinner under colourful lanterns by the iconic Japanese Bridge.
Hoi An, Tailored for You
See Hoi An through a Photographer's eyes
Bring your camera and join an expert photographer for a morning walking tour of the Old Town with a photography focus, visiting its most picturesque spots to capture shots during the golden hour.Explore the Hoi An Countryside
Cross the Thu Bon River in a wooden boat and embark on a cycling tour of Cam Kim Island. Ride down back roads, stopping in villages to learn how locals make handicrafts and try making rice noodles.Commission a bespoke local garment
Meet with the most prestigious tailor in Hoi An for a consultation. Your customized outfit will be delivered to our Resort before we depart Vietnam.
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam
Features
Outdoor garden showers attached to each villa
The Heart of the Earth Spa, a haven for restoring harmony
One of Travel + Leisure’s Best Resort Hotels in Asia
Bhutan
Not to be missed
- Hike to the Tiger's Nest Monastery
Perched 10,200 feet above sea level, Taktsang Palphug Monastery, known as the Tiger’s Nest, is one of the country's most revered sites, named for the flying tigress that is said to have carried the Guru Rinpoche here.
Bhutan, Tailored for You
Experience the Capital of Thimphu
Visit the Dechen Phodrang Monastery housing UNESCO-monitored paintings, the grandiose stupa known as the Memorial Chorten, and the National Textile Museum showcasing the Bhutanese art of weaving.Enjoy Personalized Wellness Experiences
Unlock Bhutanese secrets to well-being as you spend a quiet day restoring your inner harmony with spa treatments, guided meditation and immersive wellness rituals that incorporate local traditions.Explore the Paro Rinpung Dzong
Known as the “Fortress on the Heap of Jewels,” this massive walled monastery and fortress towers over the town of Paro. Today it houses the monastic body and district government offices.
Accommodations
- ZHIWA LING HERITAGE PARO
- For our three nights in Bhutan, we have carefully selected accommodations at Zhiwa Ling Heritage Paro, a classic example of Bhutanese architecture at its finest in the heart of the Himalayas.
Angkor Wat
Not to be missed
- Visit the world’s largest temple complex
Renowned for their grand scale and elaborate carvings, the temples of Angkor are a testament to the Khmer people who built them nearly a thousand years ago. Uncover this world wonder with knowledgeable local guides.
Angkor Wat, Tailored For You
Experience a Buddhist blessing
Surrounded by spiritual chants and the smell of incense, join monks in a private blessing ceremony at one of Angkor’s smaller temples, and leave with a red thread around your wrist for good luck.ENJOY REFRESHMENTS BY ANCIENT TEMPLES
Toast in the picturesque setting of the Angkor archaeological park before returning to the jet for the flight to Hoi An.GO ON AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL ADVENTURE
Explore Ta Prohm, if time permits, where the massive roots of trees remain intertwined with the temple ruins, and admire the rich details of Bayon, which is distinctly adorned with 216 vast faces carved onto its towers.
Bangkok
Not to be missed
- Go behind the scenes in Bangkok
Explore the small streets and alleys of the remarkable Creative District, which is undergoing a renaissance. Gain insight into Bangkok’s emerging art scene while visiting art galleries and studios with a local expert.
Bangkok, Tailored For You
Encounter Bangkok’s Gilded Temples
See the golden statue of the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho and admire the gilded buildings of the Grand Palace, where you can see monks chanting in worship. Return to our hotel in a private boat.Uncover the secrets of Thai cuisine
In a hands-on cooking class, a local chef shares the techniques and spices that give Thai cuisine its multilayered flavours, giving you the chance to cook and enjoy the dishes that you make.ADMIRE THE CITY ON A COCKTAIL CRUISE
Depart from our hotel's riverfront promenade and board a private boat at sunset, enjoying refreshments and views of Bangkok’s sparkling city lights as you cruise on the Chao Phraya River.
Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River
Features
Naturally inspired spa treatments with Thai influences
Uninterrupted river views from the lap and infinity pools
BKK Social Club, one of Asia’s 50 Best Bars