Top Asia Nature Walks in 2026

The Taroko National Park is home to some of Taiwan’s most impressive natural scenery and a private tour means you can explore at your own pace. On this full-day tour from Hualien City, visit Chishingtan Beach, Swallow’s Grotto, and Eternal Spring Shrine; admire views of the Qingshui Cliffs and Taroko Gorge; and enjoy a leisurely hike to Baiyang Waterfall.

Say no to the crowds at Borobudur and the Prambanan Temple Complex and yes to the tranquility of ancient rice terraces on this small-group adventure, with transfers from Yogyakarta city hotels and a guide to lead the way. Hike through lush green rice-field landscapes to Selogriyo Temple, a 9th-century Hindu temple in a dazzling setting, then discover a hidden waterfall at the base of Mt. Merapi volcano.

O Quy Ho Pass with 2 Beautiful Waterfalls & Muong Hoa Valley with the most beautiful terraces of 7 Villages. This motorbike tour will take you to explore stunning waterfalls, traditional villages, and majestic valleys. You will experience driving a motorbike to the destinations such as the majestic Silver Waterfall and Love Waterfall, where you can immerse yourself in the pristine atmosphere of the mountain and listen to the soothing sound of flowing water. Next along Muong Hoa valley, visit ethnic minority villages like Sin Chai, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Hau Thao, Giang Ta Chai and Su Pan, where you can discover local culture, customs, and daily life. Enjoy a traditional lunch with local dishes and visit local house interact with the friendly locals, an essential part of this journey. More specially, the tour will lead you through the breathtaking terraced rice fields of Muong Hoa Valley, where you can admire magnificent scenery and capture memorable moments of legendary Sapa.

There’s a lot to see and do in Hanoi but navigating and getting between sites of interest can be confusing for visitors. Simplify your morning or afternoon tour of Hanoi by going with a private guide and car, and see more in half a day than you could on your own. Visit the Tran Quoc Pagoda, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Train Street, the Old Quarter, and more.

Explore the Marble Mountains from Hoi An on this small-group guided morning tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off, transport, and lunch. Visit Am Phu Cave, Monkey Mountain, and the largest Lady Buddha statue in Vietnam, with an English-speaking guide providing insightful commentary. Includes round-trip transfers, lunch, and entrance fees to Marble Mountains.

Experience essential Krabi highlights in a day, with hotel pickup included for convenience on this group tour. Swim in the warm Emerald Pool, photograph the Blue Lagoon, relax in therapeutic hot springs, and climb to Tiger Cave Temple's summit for panoramic views—all with the help of a guide and with one simple booking. Entrance fees may be included depending on the option selected; otherwise, they must be paid separately.

Enjoy a relaxing small-group discovery tour of the Marble Mountains and Am Phu Cave before heading to Monkey Mountain and enjoying the beautiful sunset views from the top of the Son Tra Peninsula. A cultural tour as well as a sightseeing one, you’ll delve into the depths of the underworld in Am Phu Cave and learn about the Buddhist depictions of hell, before visiting the giant statue of the Lady Buddha and taking in the heavenly panoramic views.

Tajikistan is known for its stunning natural scenery, but visiting the country’s gorges and lakes can be a challenge without your own transportation—especially traveling from Uzbekistan. Ideal for anyone seeking to get off the beaten track, this full-day private tour from Samarkand visits the Marguzor Lakes (or “Seven Lakes”), providing a glimpse of traditional rural Tajik life that most people miss.

Discover Ubud’s natural wonders, UNESCO-listed rice terraces, and sacred temples at your own pace on this private full-day tour. Visit the Ubud Monkey Forest, and trek to the Tegalalang rice terraces, then soar through the trees on a jungle swing and cool off with a swim at Tegenungan Waterfall. Book the transport-only option, or upgrade to include entry fees, or lunch and entry fees.

The stunning Zhangjiajie Forest Park served as a background in the popular “Avatar” films, making it a top destination for visitors. Getting there, however, is impossible without a car—but this tour takes care of the logistics so you can focus on the scenery. Cover all the highlights, from Tianzi Mountain and the Yangjiajie Scenic Area to the real-life ‘Avatar’ Hallelujah Mountains, in just one day.

Experience an all-in-one adventure at U Fun Field, set in a private rice terrace in Ubud, away from the crowds. Enjoy full access to 4 unique swings, including the iconic Dream Catcher Swing where you can also make a wish, plus the thrilling Extreme Swing and relaxing Tandem and Moon Swings, each with stunning lush landscape views. Glide across the rice fields on our scenic Zipline Regular with dual lines, so you can enjoy the ride without walking back. Then try the unique Sky Bike, pedaling a suspended bicycle high above for breathtaking views. Explore our rice terraces with a free guided cultural tour and learn about local traditions. Capture memorable moments at scenic photo spots, including the iconic Wings of Bali. Perfect for couples, families, and friends looking for a fun day out amid stunning rice terraces like Tegallalang. Note: each ticket grants access to ONE activity (Swing, Zipline Regular, or Sky Bike). To enjoy all activities, choose the 'ALL 4 Games' package.

First-time visitors to the area can enjoy this tour to experience the Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge in Da Nang. Known as a New Wonder of the World, the Golden Bridge is a popular spot where you can walk on Giant Hands to reach the Golden Bridge (Cau Vang). Take in the views at 4878 feet (1487 meters) above sea level, encounter all four seasons in a day, and ride one of Asia's longest cable cars.

From Da Nang City or Hoi An, travel to Ba Na Hills to discover the unique microclimate of the lush green mountains. See vineyards and jungle spread out beneath you from the cable car up to the Golden Bridge, and visit lookout points to see the nearby Marble Mountains. Wander through the park to a flower garden, a winery, and the Linh Ung Pagoda. Visit the Lady Buddha statue and enjoy panoramic views of Da Nang city.

See a side of Bangkok that most travelers don’t get to see as you cruise along the canals of Thonburi. Set sail along the klong (canals) of the Chao Phraya River in a traditional longtail boat and enjoy a glimpse of local life in the Thonburi district of Bangkok. Enjoy up to two hours on the water and stop to visit Baan Silapin (The Artist’s House) and Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen.

Experience the majesty of some of Bali’s most beautiful places without worrying about self-drive on this unusual private door-to-door tour. Besides admiring the rice terraces of Jatiluwih Green Land, visit three of Bali’s most striking temples: lakeside Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, the sea temple of Tanah Lot, and Luhur Batukaru Temple, on the slopes of a volcano.

Enjoy the best of Ba Na Hills on this full-day group tour, with convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in Da Nang city center. Choose between a standard 7:30 AM or a relaxed 9:30 AM departure. Ride Vietnam’s cable car, explore highlights like the Golden Bridge and Linh Ung Pagoda, and enjoy an optional buffet lunch with special meal requests available. This tour includes a friendly English-speaking guide and Japanese and Vietnamese language options for a hassle-free experience.

Travel between the dispersed natural wonders of the Phi Phi archipelago during a speedboat tour from Phuket. Traveling by super-fast boat means that you spend less time in transit and more time snorkeling, swimming, and sunbathing at Khai Nok and Maya Bay—a protected cove featured in the blockbuster movie The Beach.

Chiang Mai's waterfalls and gardens are spread across the countryside, and reaching them without a car means juggling taxis and tuk-tuks. Skip the hassle on this small-group tour, with a guide and driver handling the logistics. Visit the flowers and falls of Dantewada, stop at the Blue Temple with a slightly longer visit, and climb the Sticky Waterfall, whose mineral surface gives enough grip to walk up.

Enjoy the freedom to build your own itinerary but none of the dangers of self-driving Bali on this private build-your-own day tour. Meet your driver/guide in your hotel lobby—pickup covers Ubud and the main south Bali hotspots—and plan out a route that suits your interests. That could include temples, rice terraces, waterfalls, coffee plantations, markets, villages, or beaches.

Hanoi packs over 1,000 years of layered history into a compact city center—an 11th-century Confucian university, a French colonial quarter, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, and the Old Quarter's medieval trade-guild streets. This private half-day tour links them in a customizable sequence with hotel pickup, plus stops at Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake, Train Street, and the French Quarter's Hoan Kiem Lake area.

Avoid the risk of getting lost in the Japanese Alps when you take a private day hike with a guide. Enjoy a beginner-friendly hike along the Nakasendo Trail between two traditional villages, Magome and Tsumago. Learn more about Japanese history and culture from your guide, and enjoy getting some exercise in the beautiful landscape.

Tour the caves and tunnels of Marble Mountain, and find out about the hidden underground spaces where the Viet Cong camped out during the Vietnam War. Continue to Monkey Mountain, where you enjoy panoramic views of the jungle, islands, and ocean beyond. Admire the huge Lady Buddha statue and learn about—and spot—Vietnamese wildlife, such as macaques. Choose your vehicle type (Jeep or car), enjoy hotel pickup, and decide whether to include meals.

Enjoy fun winter activities and visit the famous Japanese snow monkeys during this full-day trip to Shiga Kogen, Japan’s largest and highest ski resort. Enjoy some fun in the snow with sledding, snow bikes, and snow scooters and then head to Jigokudani Monkey Park, where you can observe the famous wild macaques bathing in the hot springs. This seamless tour lets someone else take care of logistics so you can focus on the sights

Spending the night in the Thar Desert is an ideal way to experience the Rajasthani landscape and learn about its culture, but it's not something travelers can set up on their own. This tour takes care of all of the logistics, including transportation from Jaisalmer to the desert, a camel ride, meals, and the chance to spend the night under the stars.