Top Asia Archaeology Tours - page 2

Sunrise is one of the most beautiful times of day at Agra’s Taj Mahal, but it can be intimidating leaving your hotel alone before dawn to get there. Opt for an unobstructed view on a sunrise walking tour from your accommodation. Watch as the sky changes color and highlights the UNESCO World Heritage site as you tour with your guide. This tour guarantees fantastic photo opportunities of this romantic monument.

The ideal introduction for first-time visitors to Samarkand, this attraction-packed private tour covers top Silk Road-era sights. Highlights include the lavish, mosaic-covered courtyards of the Registan, 15th-century Ulugh Beg Observatory, the ancient mausoleums of Shah-i-Zinda, and the iconic Timurid mosque of Bibi Khanym.

Anuradhapura’s many sights are spread out, making it difficult to cover the area on foot. With this private tuk-tuk tour, go beyond passive sightseeing with a provided audio guide to gain insights into the many landmarks. Get taken between highlights like Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, the Kuttam Pokuna bathing pools, and Isurumuniya Temple with a private driver.

Explore India’s spiritual capital of Varanasi and learn about Hinduism on a private tour. Take a boat along the Ganges River and learn about why it's so sacred to Hindus. Visit the holy site of Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon, followed by a guided walk of Varanasi’s old streets and alleys. Watch the sacred ritual of Aarti from the ghat or the water to conclude your tour.

Experience the magic of sunrise over Angkor Wat with this early riser tour. After watching the sunrise, explore the Angkor Temples by bike or tuk tuk, escaping crowds and following traffic-free trails around the ruins. Take in highlights including Bayon, Preah Khan, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Thom, and enjoy a tasty Cambodian-style breakfast and lunch by the temples.

The Yogyakarta area is home to two UNESCO World Heritage–listed temples: Borobudur and the Prambanan Temple Complex. Experience one or both of them with the ease of round-trip transfers and a local guide on this group tour package. Tickets are reserved for you—including access to the full monument at Borobudur—but you need to pay the driver for them in cash.

See many of Lahore's most important attractions without having to worry about getting lost with this private tour of the city, led by a local guide. You'll visit sights such as Lahore Fort and the massive Badshahi Mosque in an air-conditioned vehicle. You'll also have time to do a bit of shopping at local markets before wrapping your tour up with a visit to the border with India. Hotel pickup is included; lunch is not provided.

Explore Jodhpur's famous Mehrangarh Fort and surrounding Blue City attractions, including the Umaid Bhawan Palace on this private tour. Your local guide will take you throughout the city, providing narration about history and culture as you take in the sights, sounds, and smells of Jodhpur. You'll also get the chance to sample local snacks, including lassi (a yogurt drink), as well as sweets and savory treats.

Enjoy a small-group tour of Sihanoukville with other cruise passengers, discovering the city’s culture, local life, and natural beauty. Start with the historic Independence Monument, then visit Tomnub Rolork - Koh Preap Pier to see traditional fishing practices. Explore the lively Phsar Leu Market, interact with vendors, and sample street food. Next, visit the peaceful Wat Krom temple with stunning views of the Gulf of Thailand, followed by the Statue of Preah Thong and Neang Neak, honoring the Khmer founders. After a stop at the Golden Lions Roundabout, unwind with a stroll along Ortres Beach. The tour ends with a drop-off at your shuttle station for return to your cruise ship.

Scenery and Highlights Panoramic Views: The pass is situated in the Zarafshan Range, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. On a clear day, you can see vast expanses of rugged terrain dotted with patches of greenery. Landscape Diversity: The landscape changes dramatically as you ascend and descend the pass. You’ll see rocky cliffs, rolling hills, and sometimes, in spring and early summer, vibrant wildflowers. Photographic Opportunities: There are several points along the pass where you can stop and take photographs. These spots provide perfect backdrops for capturing the natural beauty of Uzbekistan. Local Villages: As you descend towards Shakhrisabz, you might pass through or near small villages. These can be interesting to observe for a glimpse of local life. The sightseeing in Shakhrisabz -"The Palace Complex of Ak-Saray" -"Kok-Gumbaz Mosque"

Bali is renowned for its temples, which combine Hindu symbolism with ancient architecture. See the best of the island’s religious structures on a private full-day tour that transports you between dispersed temples with ease. As well as classics like the island's "Mother Temple", Besakih, and Ubud’s Tirta Empul Temple and Elephant Cave, you’ll visit Mt. Kawi temple and Kehen Temple. Upgrade to include entry tickets and a restaurant lunch.

Situated in Sanjay Gandhi National Park on the outskirts of Mumbai, the Kanheri Caves complex features over 100 caves and monuments carved from basalt, many dating from as early as the first century. This private tour includes hotel pickup and takes you inside the caves with your own guide. You'll also visit the ornate Global Vipassana Pagoda before returning to your hotel.

History buffs visiting Surabaya won’t want to miss Trowulan, the off-the-radar archaeological site that houses the most important remnants of the Majapahit Kingdom, one of Southeast Asia’s greatest empires. The site is tricky to reach, but this small-group tour makes it easy, with pickup from your hotel or the port, a local lunch, bottled water, and site entrance fees included. Cruise passengers may join a small group with others from their ship.

Explore historic Hyderabad through the eyes of an insider when you join a guide on a private tour. Save yourself the stress of sorting out transportation or finding your way around as you immerse yourself in the city’s architecture, shopping, and culture. Check out city landmarks, spend time browsing bazaars, and have the option of taking in panoramic city views.

Beat the crowds at the My Son Sanctuary—a UNESCO World Heritage site—and save yourself transport hassle on this half-day private tour. Your guide will bring the ruins— some of which date back more than 1,500 years—to life, and introduce the mysterious civilization that created them. Watch an Apsara dance, a classical Khmer dance, before heading back to Hoi An with a stop at a rice paper workshop.

If you are visiting Siem Reap and on the lookout for things to do or temples to visit especially visiting the major temples with the best itinerary to fit in so well that you will be seeing not too much to make your temple out but at peace then you should choose this tour. This is a perfect private guided tour designed for Angkor Wat Temple at Sunrise and seeing other two temples around Angkor Park This tour is the best of must-see temples for visitors who are looking for the best 4-5 hours visit to the ancient city of Angkor. Notes on our tour: We offer this tour as a sunrise tour but if you do not want to wake up early for the sunrise then we can start at a normal time which is from 9AM to anytime you wish to start.

Get more out of your time in Jodhpur by joining a local guide on a guided walking tour to uncover the city’s highlights. Opting for a guided tour eliminates the research time, and means you don’t have to worry about getting lost. During your walk, pass by interesting landmarks and enjoy fun facts to keep you entertained between stops.

Spend the day in nature without the hassle of arranging transfers or route planning on this small-group trip to Phnom Kulen National Park. See how palm sugar is made at a village then hike to waterfalls, a reclining Buddha sculpture, and 1000 Lingas, a series of ancient riverbed carvings, with a picnic lunch of grilled chicken and beer en route.

Visit Sri Lanka's old hill capital on this day tour from Colombo. No need to rent a car, as all transportation is included; you can enjoy the scenery on the way there and back. Your tour guide will tailor the tour and their commentary to your interests and you'll have plenty of time to ask questions. Highlights include the Kandy Market, the Temple of the Tooth, and the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens.

Hike to the top of Borobudur, where the many carved faces of Buddha made more than 1,000 years ago were restored in the 1970s. Then visit the Prambanan Temples and enjoy the surrounding lush green countryside, before watching a traditional Indonesian dance and music performance by the Ramayana Ballet. This private tour includes hotel pickup for a more personal experience.

Market lovers, get ready for an adventure to two of the most popular markets in Thailand—the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, and the Maeklong Railway Market. Instead of getting bogged down with planning logistics, this tour organizes everything for you. Enjoy Bangkok hotel pickup, private transport between sites, a private boat ride, and a private guide to accompany you throughout.

Explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites on an easy private two-day tour from Aurangabad. Visit the Ajanta Caves on one day and the Ellora Caves on the other, learning all about their religious and artistic importance from your guide. Get around in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle so you don’t need to worry about making bus connections. This is a must-do tour for travelers interested in Indian culture and history.

The temples at the UNESCO-listed Angkor Archaeological Park have almost a thousand years of history, so a guided tour is a good way to learn as much as possible about the temples’ art and architecture. On this shared tour, your APSARA authorised guide takes you to the highlights of the three main temples.

Save yourself from the stress and language barriers of traveling around Tokyo by public transportation, and secure the ultimate hassle-free alternative—a private car tour. As it’s just for your personal group, you can customize the route to suit your interests. This ensures you only see places that interest you, and potential stops include Meiji Jingu Shrine (brief visit), the Imperial Palace (drive-by), Shibuya Crossing, and Tokyo Skytree (admission not included).