Overland travel and trains Overland travel, using cars, trains, boats or busses, gets you to the places in between.Rather than checking out of your trip every time you check into another flight, stay on the ground and see more of the country along the way.Travel from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap and stop at Skoun Market, for a fried tarantula snack, and continue through Cambodian countryside where daily life carries on far from the country's better-known sights. Cross Laos using its modern railway, gliding between mountains, passing limestone formations and emerging from tunnels into entirely different landscapes. Pause for a pad thai at a rural Thailand café where profits help support local family planning initiatives. In Taiwan, step inside Tiachung’s Qing dynasty mansion complete with gardens, watchtowers and even its own opera stage, on your way to Kaohsiung from Sun Moon Lake.These are the moments that make overland travel rewarding. The conversations sparked on long train journeys. The places you'd fly straight over. The gradual shifts in food, language and scenery that show how a country truly fits together.Slow down, skip the airport queues and see what happens in the spaces in between. Our favorite overland itinerariesTrips by road and rail Vietnam Fully customisable Vietnam's Northern SoulIf you want to experience Vietnam's rugged northern highlands, trekking through rice terraces and remote ethnic minority villages, this journey is for you. Laos Fully customisable Laos by RailTravel the incredible landscapes of Laos via the most scenic route possible: the Vientiane to Boten railway line. Thailand Fully customisable Thailand's Northern CharmExplore staggering scenery and remote communities in style on this high-comfort, low-exertion adventure through northern & central Thailand. Multi-country Fully customisable Thailand & Laos ExplorerExperience two unique but intertwined cultures as you follow the Mekong from northern Thailand to Laos. Cambodia Fully customisable Into the Heart of CambodiaThis itinerary unspools like a reel of Cambodia’s greatest hits, from Angkor and Phnom Penh to the countryside and coast. South Korea Fully customisable Korea by RailExperience the thrill of Korea’s world-class, high-speed rail network as you zip from capital to coast, historic center to seaside city. Taiwan Fully customisable Ten Days in TaiwanIf you’re short on time but want to go big on Taiwan, this 10-day trip is a whistle-stop tour of the island’s food, culture and landscapes. From Taipei’s night markets to the forested hills of Alishan, then on to Tainan’s old streets – you’ll get a real sense of the country without feeling like you’re simply skimming the surface. India Fully customisable Northern Kerala ExplorerThe best of Kerala, without the crowds: jungle safaris, tribal festivals, and a little bit of royal history thrown in. Multi-country Fully customisable Hidden Southeast AsiaGot very little interest in taking the obvious route? Hidden Southeast Asia covers Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and Cambodia in 28 days, by road, rail, river and boat. Stop for jungle hikes, village lunches and chilled out time on quiet islands. Prepare for the odd hold up and detour – and see a little more of everyday life along the way. Stories from traveling overlandFrom personal accounts to practical advice, we share what it’s really like to travel overland in Asia. Laos Field notes: Northern Laos by high-speed train Travel writer Claire Boobbyer recounts her trip through Laos via its high-speed train, meeting elephants in Luang Prabang and minority communities in Muang Xai. Thailand 9 highlights: crossing Laos and Thailand by road and river When you’re getting excited about booking your trip of a lifetime, you want to know you’re talking to someone who knows exactly how to... Taiwan From city skylines to sea cliffs: Taiwan on the tracks Taiwan specialist Mark shares one of his favorite ways to see the island: by train. From high-speed city hops to slower coastal routes past rice paddies, cliffs, and Pacific views, rail travel turns getting around Taiwan into part of the trip. Borneo Field notes: Borneo – into the jungle and beyond Southeast Asia specialist, Rhys, shares his trip through Borneo – from spotting pot-bellied monkeys in thousand-year-old jungle to bouncing on the Murut tribe’s trampoline. Thailand Field notes: A family trip to Laos and Thailand Our global head of operations, Tyler, recently returned from an extraordinary family adventure to Thailand and Laos with his wife, two kids, and parents... Here's how it all unfolded. Frequently asked questions What makes an overland journey an overland journey? Overland travel is a journey where you don't take a flight to get from A to B. Instead, you take advantage of rail networks, rivers and private driver transfers to see more of the country as you travel through – roadside markets, local temples, passing traffic and train stations. In short, you’ll experience everyday life as it is lived – and that’s a core part of cultural adventure. What are the best overland journeys to take? In Asia, you’re spoilt for choice. There are seaside, mountainous and countryside routes that truly make the journey part of the experience. Whether you're following the Mekong River on a slow boat from Laos into Thailand, exploring the karsts, gorges and rice paddies of Vietnam's northern reaches, seeing Korea’s identity shift as you take the train from Seoul to Busan, or picking up a chai from a Delhi station seller, these journeys might just become the highlights of your trip. How do I plan an overland trip? That's where our consultants come in. Just tell them you would prefer no or fewer internal flights, and they’ll suggest a combination of destinations that are accessible by road or rail. Ready to plan?Get in touch now and we will plan your perfect overland trip in AsiaGet a brochureMake an enquiry