Asia in 2 Weeks: 3 Recommended 14-Day Itineraries to Asia

Do you have two weeks to spend in Asia? Discover wildlife in Nepal, go island hopping in the Maldives, and see the amazing sights in Thailand with our Asia 14-day itinerary suggestions.

From exploring the steamy tropical jungles of Nepal to visiting charming Tibetan palaces, this two-week Asia trip is full of cultural landmarks and extraordinary Himalayan scenery. Begin your adventure in Bhutan with a tour of the 17th-century Rinpung Dzong (a dzong is a Bhutanese fort and monastery). Next day, hike to Bhutan’s most famous monastery, Tiger’s Nest Monastery, perched at the edge of a 3180-meter-high mountain. Enjoy the picturesque drive to Punakha Dzong as you cross rhododendrons and fir forests. The next day, admire the paintings depicting the lineage of the Bhutanese monarchy at Druk Wangyal Monastery. On the fifth day, head to Nepal. Explore the capital, Kathmandu, and its Durbar Square, with its beautiful old royal palace and pagoda-style temples. The next two days, spot endangered one-horned rhinos at Chitwan National Park and crocodiles in Rapti River. In Pokhara, enjoy a delightful boat ride in Phewa Lake. Your flight from Kathmandu to the Tibetan capital, Lhasa, is on the tenth day. Explore the lovely Potala Palace, which offers excellent views of Lhasa. Among the remarkable monasteries you’ll visit in Tibet is the Ganden Monastery, known for its fine murals and sculptures. See all tours to Asia.

Discover the sophisticated cities and cuisines of Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore and relax in world-class beaches and charming island homestays with this 2 weeks in Asia itinerary. Your holiday starts in Bangkok, Thailand. See the Wat Pho temple complex, home to the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand, and drift away dreamily on a boat tour of the klongs (canals) of Thonburi, the old part of Bangkok. A ferry will take you from Bangkok to Koh Samui Island, where you can catch a marvelous sunset at Chaweng Beach. The next day, go on an exciting snorkeling adventure at Ang Thong National Marine Park, home to species like green sea turtles and yellow-spotted trevally. On the sixth day, the Malaysia leg of your adventure begins. Your first stop is the island of Penang, an ideal place for strolling the streets. You’ll also visit Cameron Highlands, known for its cooler climate and tea plantations. In Kuala Lumpur, admire the wood carvings and masks at the Orang Asli Museum and wander the streets of the historic Chinatown, where Peranakan (Straits Chinese) shophouses sell their traditional cuisine called Nyonya. On the 13th day, head to Singapore and explore the old streets of this city-state. The 14-day itinerary concludes in Singapore.

Explore charming tea plantations, snorkel through stunning coral reefs, see untamed wildlife, and cruise past some of the world’s finest islands in the Maldives and Sri Lanka. Your 2 week Asia trip starts in Sri Lanka’s Negombo, from where you’ll head to Kandy and see the Temple of the Tooth, Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist site, which is believed to house a tooth of the Buddha. You may also explore Kandy’s Royal Botanical Gardens, which has around 300 varieties of orchids. The verdant valleys of Ella are known for their tea plantations. Besides touring the plantations and tasting the tea, you can enjoy the scenic views or hike to Ella Rock. On the sixth day, spot elephant herds, sambars, and spotted deer at the Udawalawe National Park. Next day visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Galle Fort, which was built in 1588 by the Portuguese and fortified by the Dutch in the 17th century. This is where your trip to Sri Lanka ends. Your next five glorious days will be spent touring the Maldives. Snorkel amid reef sharks, turtles, stingrays, and octopuses, see how rugged boats are built the traditional way, watch magical sunsets, and discover miles of unspoiled beaches around the South Malé and Felidhu atolls. These exhilarating 14 days at the southern edge of South Asia end in the Maldives’ capital Malé.

From going on lovely cruises and seeing exotic wildlife to visiting golden temples and discovering buzzing street life, your 2 weeks in Asia can be packed with dazzling destinations and enthralling experiences. Still wondering where to go in Asia? Call our experts today, and they will help you with a personalized tour of Asia that meets all your interests.