Vietnam offers a mix of natural highlights and cultural diversity. The scenery ranges from jagged peaks to vibrant paddy fields painted in every shade of green, while bustling Ho Chi Minh City offers a cosmopolitan range of great restaurants, cafes and shops. Best times to visit Vietnam: November to April. This is because temperatures and humidity falls across central and northern Vietnam and rainfall becomes less frequent. UK Passport holders do not need visa to enter Vietnam for a stay of up to 15 days provided they meet the entry requirements. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date. Ask us for details. Flight time: 11.5 hours.

Singapore is a regular stop-over for flights to Australia or New Zealand as well as a popular Far East destination in its own right. This amazing city state has a number of must see highlights including the Colonial District, The Quays & Marina Bay, Orchard Road, Little India, Kampong Glam and Night Safari, Sentosa Island and Chinatown and Singapore Zoo & Botanic Garden. The best time to visit , if you're not there anyway as part of a stop-over, are the months of February to April which fall within Singapore's dry season. You do not require visas to visit Singapore for a stay of less than one month, but your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the departure date from Singapore. Flight time: Approximately 13 hours.

Japan has a legacy of distinctive gardens, sculpture and poetry and is home to more than a dozen UNESCO World Heritage sites. From the classic temples of Kyoto to the entertainment hubs of Tokyo, you'll be absorbed by this country's fascinating, colourful and intriguing culture. The best time to visit Japan is late spring (March to May) and late autumn (September to November), when there is little rainfall, skies are clear and temperatures are mild. British passport holders do not require a visa to enter Japan as a visitor for up to 90 days. without a visa. Flight time: Approximately 14 hours.