Asian countries for tourism. The cheapest resort countries in Asia

Better than mountains maybe just a beach holiday. Or better this way: there is time for the mountains, but there must be time for the beach. V last years European winter resorts are losing popularity, giving the palm to the hot beaches of Asia. But Asia is big and the weather in different parts of it is different. Where to go to truly relax, and not sit in an exotic hut, fleeing the monsoons and downpours? We made an overview of places where in winter good weather where you can go on your own or by buying a tour. Where you can sunbathe and swim together, with a company, with children. We present you 12 resorts in Asia for every taste, color, interest and budget.

Of course, you can just lie on the beach, but it is better to combine business with pleasure. Ancient temples, jungle cities, fantastic shows, new tastes and aromas. And all this, as a rule, is located some 1-1.5 km from that very luxurious white sand beach. Read on for a quick look at 12 of Asia's best resorts with time for the sea, fun and relaxation for the whole family.

Bali

They wrote about Bali, talked, shouted, made films. This is probably the most desirable island in the world. Not that big, but almost perfect. Weddings, romantic vacations for lovers, the most fabulous dinners on the beach are held here, and parents with children come here. Bali has everything that lovers of the sea, sun and unhurried lazy rest can like. It's fabulous a nice place, a tropical paradise and a corner of earthly delights. And also, there are good-natured dolphins and good wave for surfers. If you have not been to Bali yet, then you should consider this option.

You can find and book a flight to Bali (Denpaser) here.

Housing cost: from € 25 per night.

goa

First of all: Goa is not an island, as many people think. This is the western coast, a former colony founded by the Portuguese. Let there not be such white sand, but the sea is the most ordinary warm sea. On the other hand, you can combine your vacation with a visit to the snow-white Catholic churches, you will see the old fort in Chapora. The relics of Saint Francis are kept here. There is a very colorful Old city. Goa is the spirit of freedom with the scent of the ocean breeze. And most importantly - a well-developed tourist infrastructure. Shops, service and lots of housing offers. From expensive hotels to simple guesthouses.

You can find and book a flight to GOA (Dabolim) here.

Housing cost: from € 15 per night.

Sri Lanka

Yes, this is Ceylon. Home of delicious tea. But, - not the only thing that will surprise you with the island. This is very beautiful nature. . ancient architecture and very nice environment. Here you can take a walk on, dive on a coral reef, go windsurfing. Here you will be offered to feel for yourself what real Ayurvedic medicine is. Warm, gentle and very clean sea will appeal to all of you: there is also one for surfers. Don't forget the abundance of tropical fruits. You can’t gain extra pounds from such a lazy rest.

You can find and book a flight to Sri Lanka (Colombo) here.

Housing cost: from € 15 per night.

Phuket

The most popular beach town in Thailand. Here really for every taste and color, as they say. Do you want an active nightlife right on the beach? Then you are in Patong. If your priority is calm measured days with your family, then quiet beach Nai Harnom would be such an ideal option. For a stormy romantic adventure, Karon is suitable with a picturesque cape, cafes, places for the solitude of a couple in love. By the way, we do not recommend swimming far into the sea, it can be dangerous. There is not only active life, but there is a predatory fauna.

You can find and book a flight to Phuket here.

Housing cost: from € 22 per night.

Langkawi

Beaches squeezing in Golden ring tropical hills in all shades of green. Here it is, the island of Langkawi in Malaysia. Here you should always be on your guard, otherwise the little monkeys will easily steal your towel, camera or cap. You will need a camera, especially during the flowering period of red jasmine. Here you can enjoy fresh papaya, yellow watermelons and rambutans and exotic durian. The best freshly squeezed juices, fruit and even alcoholic cocktails await you in the bars. The food is delicious, Asian-style spicy. Lots of fish, noodles and, of course, where without spicy curry?

You can find and book a flight to Kuala Lumpur here. From KL to Langkawi can be reached by local airlines, ferry, bus or train.

Housing cost: from € 17 per night.

Maldives

Here you will not need shoes, but you can immediately forget about a bad mood. The Maldives is not one island, but 1200. A whole archipelago of small islands covered with amazing white sand. It's not even so much sand as shells crushed by the ocean. Some islands are larger, with larger hotels or bungalow complexes. And there are very small ones, only 1-2 houses on stilts. They don’t really like TVs here, there is little Internet. Yes, all this is not so necessary on vacation, when you can swim, walk, look at incredibly beautiful birds and butterflies, and go scuba diving. Take a day or two of aromatherapy at the spa. Here they really know how to do a massage, which brings even the most inveterate hard worker back to life.

You can find and book a flight to the Maldives (Male, Hulule Atoll) here.

Housing cost: from € 34 per night.

Koh Samui

It was opened relatively recently. Just something in the 1970s. Tourists on a boat quite by accident swam into these waters. And they could not hold back the cries of admiration. The island looked as if no one had ever been here. Paradise Island with coconut palms and a couple of huts. Very soon, a riot of construction began. Everyone wanted to invest in this new paradise for Europeans. No wonder, because there is clean white sand, an amazing blue sea, green jungles come right to the shore. Only 50 years have passed and now Koh Samui has become a luxurious resort in Thailand. It has not lost its charm, and hotel owners are careful about this.

You can find and book a flight to Koh Samui via Bangkok here.

Housing cost: from € 21 per night.

Vung Tau

An excellent solution for those who appreciate the rest "50/50". The resort is far enough away from the noisy big cities of Vietnam. But not so far away that you can't visit Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon. It is warm, beautiful, tasty and very interesting here. You have the opportunity to take a break from beach life, plunging into city life. Vietnam is a very beautiful country, it is worth visiting.

here. From Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau can be reached by speedboat or bus.

Housing cost: from € 9 per night.

Hainan

China also has beautiful tropical islands. Previously, by the way, objectionable nobles were exiled here to live away from the capital and secular pleasures. Now, tourists are tearing off tickets to this best resort in China with their hands. All 12 months of the year there is a season here, a warm sea and a lot of interesting things. Let's not forget that this is the best health resort in the whole Celestial Empire. Here you can improve your health, strengthen your immune system and prepare for life “after the holidays”.

Find and book flights to Hainan (Sanya Airport) you can here.

Housing cost: from € 12 per night.

Kerala

Now let's move to the Arabian Sea in South India. Here is another famous resort. Kerala or the Kerala Coast, the resort of Varkala in particular, looks like someone worked hard to perfect it in Photoshop. White sand, tall palm trees with coconuts, unhurried days in blue light during the day, pink sunsets, clear air. It is convenient to enter the sea, the descent is gentle. It is said that Ayurveda was born here. So, welcome to spa treatments, massages, all kinds of relaxing treatments. For almost 5,000 years, masters of oriental medicine have been polishing their skills here. Not only the body is treated here, but also the spirit. Do not pass by the offer to relieve stress right on the seashore.

You can find and book a flight to Trivandrum, the capital of Kerala here.

Housing cost: from € 13 per night.

Sihanoukville

On the shores of the Gulf of Thailand is the one and only resort of Cambodia. Yes, he is only one, but what a! 500 km closer to the equator than Thailand resorts. But, unlike Pattaya, it is calm and rather secluded here. Although, the laurels of the famous neighbor do not allow Sihanoukville to sleep peacefully. Perhaps another 10 years, and we will not recognize Sihanoukville. It will become the "Pattaya of the future". If you need to visit Cuba before the arrival of McDonald's, then you should go to Sihanoukville before it becomes the second Pattaya.

Find and book flights to Phnom Penh, the nearest airport to Sihanoukville can here.

Housing cost: from € 18 per night.

Phan Thiet

Only 200 km from Ho Chi Minh City. But, there are such roads that count on 4 hours minimum. An increasingly popular resort in Vietnam among Russians in recent years. So, if you wanted to be away from your native speech, this will not work here. There are a lot of cheerful young people, there are married couples, adventurers on their own head, lovely English elderly couples. In short, there is a very diverse audience. All because Phan Thiet has to offer great vacation all categories of tourists. Pleasant climate, warm sea all year round. What else can you dream of?

You can find and book a flight to Ho Chi Minh City here. From Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet can be reached by taxi, bus and train.

Housing cost: from € 9 per night.

All these resorts are suitable for winter holidays. But we must remember that the islands are in the sea, and where the sea, there is the monsoon period. On one side of the island it is warm and dry, on the other it is windy and unpleasant. Specify the details - they are the key to a relaxing holiday.

If you decide to buy travel agency ticket and you have been made a “profitable” offer at a very low price, check for yourself if there are any monsoons during this period, in this particular place. The weather on the islands is very different: on one coast - paradise, on the opposite - boredom.

Relax in pleasure, but choose the place carefully!

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Southwest Asia includes the states of the Near and Middle East with ancient history and predominantly Muslim culture. The exception is Israel - a country of immigration and widespread Judaism with its shrines. Historically, the city of Jerusalem is currently located on the territory of Israel, in which the shrines of three religions are located: Judaism, Christianity, Islam. This, on the one hand, attracts a large number of tourists, partly pilgrims, and on the other hand, creates the basis for constant conflicts, which also affects the scale of tourism.

In the countries of this zone, the attention of tourists is attracted by the warm sea (especially the Mediterranean, washing the shores of Turkey, Cyprus, Lebanon, Syria, Israel), and the subtropical climate. Fans of educational tourism are attracted by ancient cities or their ruins, numerous cities with their historical and cultural heritage - Istanbul (Turkey), Amman (Jordan), the ancient cities of Lebanon Baalbek, Saida, as well as the organized tourist center Beirut, Nicosia (Cyprus), Iranian cities Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, Hamadan, etc.

Individual countries of the Arab East, as well as Turkey, attract many "shuttles" - participants in shopping tours. Afghanistan has interesting tourism opportunities, but the events of recent decades make it impossible to use them. As part of Southwest Asia, there are the following tourist macro-regions: Cyprus and Turkey, Palestine, Arab states (Middle East), Middle East.

Cyprus is a state located on the island of the same name in the northeastern Mediterranean.

Cyprus first gained independence in 1960, but in 1974 Turkish troops landed on the island. After that, the northern territory of the country went to Turkey. There are no diplomatic relations between the Greek and Turkish parts. The Turkish part is closed to entry from the Greek side.

The territory of the Greek part of the island (Republic of Cyprus) is 5.9 thousand square meters. km, Turkish part ( Northern Cyprus) - 3.35 thousand sq. km. The coast of the island in the northern part is indented and rocky, the south of the island is flat, with long sandy beaches. In the center and in the southwest of the island is the vast old Troodos volcanic massif (the highest point is Mount Olympos, 1951 m). Between the mountains stretches the vast and fertile valley of Mesaoria.

Cyprus in ancient times was the center of the Mediterranean trade, which led to the mixing of cultural monuments of all European civilizations on its land. The capital of the country is Nicosia with the Center of Applied Arts located there, the Archbishop's Square with the Archbishop's Palace, the Gate of Ammochostos and the Statue of Liberty, the Archaeological Museum, the Venetian fortress walls (XVI century) with the Famagusta Gate and the ring of the Municipal Park outside, the Chrysaliniotissa Church built in 1450, the Omeriye Mosque , the churches of Tripiotis and Faneromeni, cathedral ev. John, built in 1662.

Limassol known primarily for its beaches, medieval museum, old castles, and winemaking. monuments Larnaca are the Larnaca fortress (1625); mosque Jami Kebir; ev church. Lazarus; Laiki Getonya (one of the old quarters); church of Angeloktistos; the Hala Sultan Tekke mosque (1816), one of the main Muslim shrines (since Umm Haram, the aunt of the Prophet Muhammad, is buried here); aqueduct (used for its intended purpose until 1939); catholic cathedral ev. Sophia (XIII century); Archaeological Museum; royal chapel ev. Catherine.

Within the resort Pathos of interest are the Port Fortress, the Paphos Mosaics, included in the register of the world cultural heritage UNESCO, Panagia Limeniotissa, Odeon Theatre, catacombs of ev. Solomon, the Royal Tombs, the Church of Chrysopolitess and the Column of ev. Paul, "House of Theseus", "Villa

Dionysus, the beach of Aphrodite, the bay of Smoking, the ancient Roman city of Curium with its Greco-Roman theater, the castle of Kolossi. Monuments of ancient culture in Salamis are the tomb of St. Catherine, Costello Castle in Famagusta, gothic cathedral St. Nicholas.

seaside resorts Cyprus are Limassol, Protaras, Lara Beach with a sea turtle breeding station, Latchi, Cape Greco, Polis, and numerous beach resort complexes on the southwest coast. The Troodos mountain range, where the summer residence of the President of Cyprus is located, provides opportunities for mountain tourism.

Turkey is a state in the southeast of Europe and Western Asia, with a total area of 780.6 thousand square meters. km and a population of 80 million people. Capital - Ankara. In the northwest it borders on Bulgaria and Greece, in the northeast - on Georgia and Armenia, in the east - on Iran, in the south - on Iraq and Syria. In the north it is washed by the Black and Marmara Seas, in the south - by the Mediterranean Sea, in the west - Aegean Sea. The European part of Turkey (Eastern Thrace, or Rumelia) is a hilly plateau about 1000 m above sea level. The Asian part (Asia Minor, or Anatolia) is limited mountain ranges the Pontic Mountains in the north and the Taurus system in the south, between which lies the Anatolian Highlands ( average height up to 1000 m), with river valleys and cones extinct volcanoes in the east.

Turkey attracts migrant tourists: coastal areas (along the Mediterranean, Aegean, Marmara, Black Seas) are known for their favorable conditions (warm sea, subtropical climate), which contributed to the emergence famous resorts Antalya, Alanya, Kemer, Belek, Side, Izmir, Marmaris and others (Fig. 9.1). There are resorts in the interior of Turkey, famous for their mineral springs. For example, springs near the city of Bursa were used by the Byzantines. Fans of winter recreation are attracted by the modern ski resorts of Palandoken, Uludag and others.

But, of course, Turkey is also famous for its historical and cultural values. Many of them are located on the coast

Conventional signs Tour centers ^ Ski resorts A seaside resorts

The borders of the tourist

recreational areas

Tourist and recreational

1 Sea of Marmara region
2 Aegean region
3 District mediterranean sea
4 Central Anatolia
5 Black Sea region
6 Eastern Anatolia
7 Southeast Anatolia

Rice. 9.1. Tourist and recreational centers of Turkey

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the Bosphorus in Istanbul(in the past - the capital of Byzantium, Constantinople, in ancient Russian documents - Tsargrad). The transformation of an Orthodox Byzantine city into a Muslim one changed its appearance: Orthodox churches turned into mosques. There are many of them, therefore, there are many minarets. The most famous temple is the outstanding work of Byzantine architecture Hagia Sophia. There are also museums in Istanbul, among which are archaeological (with the sarcophagus of Alexander the Great), antiquity, conquerors, Muslim art, etc., the church of St. Irina, Choral Monastery Church, Church of the Holy Mother of God, mosques - Ahmed (Blue Mosque), Mikrimakhi, Selim the Conqueror, Bayazid, Suleiman, Eyup, underground palaces-reservoirs, the remains of a Byzantine fortress. In the XX century. Istanbul is largely Europeanized.

Other centers of educational tourism in Turkey: the capital Ankara(where the ancient buildings and the mausoleum of the founder of modern Turkey, Ataturk (Kemal Pasha) are located; Homer's homeland Izmir, which is famous for its antiquities and annual fairs; Bursa, Adana, Erzurum with their ancient monuments and numerous mosques. Aspendos is a city created by colonists after the Trojan War , in which there are many beautiful buildings, including the theater-palace of the architect Zenon (II century) and the Roman arched aqueduct; Mira is the ancient capital of Lycia, the "country of bright rays", famous for its necropolis carved into the rocks, as well as the church of St. Nicholas, a place of pilgrimage for Christians.There are many nature reserves- Olympos-Beydaglari, Munzur-Vadisi, Koprulu-Canyon, etc.

Most of Turkey is plateaus and low mountains, which in the east of the country pass into high mountainous regions. There is the Ararat massif, sacred to Armenians (but located after the First World War in Turkey), where, according to biblical tradition, Noah, the large and picturesque Lake Van, completed his journey. So in the east of Turkey there are many elements of natural attraction ™. However, while this one is undoubtedly potentially resort area little mastered.

Palestine. This macro-region includes the state of Israel, populated mainly by Jews (indigenous people and immigrants), and the Arab territories, which have been fighting for many decades to create an Arab Palestinian state.

The territory of Palestine has seen many historical events in its lifetime. Suffice it to say that the very first city in the world was discovered in the Jordan Valley - Jericho (“the city of dates”), whose age is seven thousand years.

Jerusalem, the city of three historical confessions (Jewish, Christian and Muslim) attracts the largest number of tourists. Among historical and cultural monuments suffice it to name the Jewish Wailing Wall, Christian shrines - the chapel of the Holy Sepulcher, Golgotha, where Christ was crucified, the rock where he prayed (and many more places associated with evangelical stories). According to Islam, the Muslim prophet Mohammed later ascended to heaven from the rock where Christ prayed (the Mosque of Omar was built here). It is no coincidence that during the division of Palestine after World War II, the UN issued a decision on the special status of Jerusalem, which is historically divided into the Old and New City.

Located south of Jerusalem Bethlehem, over which, according to legend, a star lit up when Jesus Christ was born. A grandiose temple was built here.

Tel Aviv- the capital of Israel (although the country's leadership considers Jerusalem to be the capital, which is not recognized by most countries of the world) with its Haaretz Museum of Mediterranean Art, art gallery. Among the streets of Tel Aviv there are Korolenko, Zola and other streets. Almost merged with Tel Aviv Jaffa, unlike the young Tel Aviv, numbering several centuries of its existence. In this city, you can walk along the streets of Pushkin, Pestalozzi, Michelangelo, Gorky, Ozheshko, Dante.

In the area of cities Haifa and Natanya on the Mediterranean coast, as well as in the Eilat region in the Arabian Gulf of the Red Sea, there are seaside resorts. There are also resorts on the coast of the Dead Sea, located below the ocean level, the very high salinity of the waters of which allows swimmers to freely stay on the water. For tourists in Israel, an appropriate infrastructure has been created.

The Arab countries of Southwest Asia include practically the whole of this zone, with the exception of Palestine, Israel and the states of the Middle East. In essence, we are talking about the Middle East or most of Western Asia (from Lebanon in the northwest to Yemen in the southeast). All of these are Muslim Arab states.

With the exception of some suburbs - Mediterranean Lebanon and partly Syria in the northwest and "happy Arabia" (the southern part of Yemen) on the edge of the Arabian Peninsula - all the countries of the region are arid desert and semi-desert territories. Therefore, civilization developed only where it was possible to create irrigation systems at the expense of rivers (as in Mesopotamia) or groundwater - in oases. Since the middle of the XX century. oil is being produced in many countries of the region, which leads to the formation of oases on an "industrial basis" due to the supply of water from deep horizons or the desalination of sea water. During these processes, modern civilization with all its pros and cons. In particular, the centers of this new civilization attract a large number of "shuttle" tourists from the CIS countries to the countries of the region. In some states of the region, modern seaside resorts appear on the coasts of the seas. In the cities of Lebanon there are also mountain resorts. All this serves the development of recreational tourism.

In almost all countries of the macro-region there are many historical and cultural attractions - monuments of distant millennia and centuries. Yes, in the area Lebanon one of the earliest human settlements is located - Baalbek, where the ruins of religious buildings dedicated to Jupiter, statues, sculptural images of Venus, Bacchus, rows of columns and sculptures, stairs have been preserved. One of the ancient settlements in Lebanon is the city of Saida. The very same capital of the country - Beirut - along with old quarters It is also distinguished by quite modern buildings, corresponding to the role of Beirut as a center of finance and culture.

V Syria Of great interest to tourists are the ancient cities of Palmyra and Aleppo with their monuments of Hellenistic art. Damascus, the capital of the country, attracts with objects of Muslim culture, among which one of the most famous shrines of Islam is the Omayyad Mosque.

Muslim architecture is typical for most areas of the capital. Iraq- Baghdad. The Nazimiya Mosque, or the Golden Mosque, is very famous, decorated with four minarets with gilded domes (which is rare in such structures). The city has many modern buildings and monuments, stylized in the spirit of Muslim traditions. Away from the capital, located on the banks of the Tigris River, are the ruins of ancient cities, including Babylon. There are in Iraq (in the north and north-east of the country) and high-mountain summer resorts. Despite the undoubted tourist attraction of Lebanon, Syria and Iraq, the flow of tourists to these countries is limited due to political instability.

Significantly less interesting for educational tourism are other Arab countries of the Middle East: Jordan, Yemen, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain. In these countries, whose economy is based on oil production (Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates), modern cities attract attention.

Saudi Arabia occupies a special place among the countries of the Middle East. It is on its territory that the main places of pilgrimage for Muslims are located - holy cities Mecca (with the black stone Kaaba) and Medina, cities associated with the activities of the Prophet Muhammad and the birth of Islam. Hundreds of thousands, and in some years even millions of Muslims from all over the world come here as pilgrims. Pilgrimage (hajj) brings huge incomes to the country, and pilgrims "attach" themselves to eternal life in paradise. On the Red Sea coast of the country is the city of Jeddah, through which thousands of pilgrims go. There are also several historical monuments, among which, according to legend, the grave of the first woman, Eve.

Saudi Arabia covers an area of 1.6 - 2.4 million square kilometers. km (according to various sources). The population of the country is over 18 million people, the capital Riyadh.

United Arab Emirates (UAE)- a country with an area of 83.6 thousand square meters. km and a population of more than 2 million people - this is a bright sun 360 days a year and a warm clear sea, desert landscapes with oases and red sand zones, wadis (dried estuaries) and dunes, peaks of the Al Hajars massif, numerous key lakes of volcanic origin and color palette of stones.

The coral reefs of Cor Fakana are famous for their flora and fauna. underwater world, and the coast Persian Gulf famous for its golden sands and exceptional water clarity. Hotels on the seashore offer tourists swimming pools and comfortable hotel beaches, equipped with everything you need.

The capital of the UAE is Abu Dhabi. In the city of Dubai - the ancient Arab buildings of the Bastakiya district, Dubai historical Museum(Al Fahidi Fort), Jumeirah Mosque, Sheikh Said Palace, Historical Village Museum, Dubai Zoo - the best in the Middle East, Wonderland - one of the largest water parks in Asia. Once a year, Dubai hosts the world's largest shopping festival, which attracts over 2 million visitors. The Dubai Arab Tower Hotel (Burj Al Arab) is the tallest hotel in the world (321 m high). Hatta - mountain resort, territorially belonging to the emirate Dubai, is located in the center of the Khadzhar mountain range and is beautiful place surrounded by palm trees, clear lakes and small farms.

There is a museum in the city of Ajman, which is located in a fort built at the end of the 18th century and until the end of the 1970s. which was the residence of the emir. Its exposition includes a collection of archaeological finds, ancient manuscripts, weapons, reconstructed traditional Arab rooms and a market.

Emirate Ras Al Khaimah represented by ancient cities (Yulfar - a flourishing pearl trading center in the past, Digdaga - the largest old city of Ras al-Khaimah), Hatt hot springs, the Emirate Museum (a huge military fort) with traditional household items, jewelry, archaeological finds, the oldest of which dates back to the 1st millennium BC.

in the emirate Umm el Quwain("source of strength") are located: Falage Al Muala - a huge date garden surrounded by high dunes; aquapark "Dreamland" with an artificial volcano 18 m high with imitation of fire, lighting effects, numerous water attractions; the city of Fujairah with sandy beaches and mountain headlands is one of the best places for scuba diving.

Mereja, which is the "Museum Treasury of the UAE", is the oldest district of the emirate Sharjah, where are located: one of the largest in the Middle East, the mosque of King Faisal, accommodating up to 3000 worshipers; numerous museums and exhibitions, the beaches of the Khalid lagoon. New, but already popular entertainment in the UAE - skiing on the sand, rallying in a car through the desert.

The countries of the Middle East are Iran and Afghanistan.

Iran- a country of diverse nature and ancient history. Nature lovers will meet in Iran the seas and rivers, plains (low and elevated) and high mountains Elbrus with main summit Damavend (in the north of the country), diverse forests, dry steppes, semi-deserts and deserts, healing mineral springs and healing mud. There are many monuments of Muslim culture in Iran (civil and religious buildings) - in the capital Tehran, the cities of Isfahan, Tabriz, Mashhad, Qazvin, etc. At present, due to the difficult international situation of Iran (largely due to its isolation), the flow of tourists to the country very limited.

Afghanistan - a multinational mountainous country where military operations have been going on for many years. Therefore, and also because of the very low level of development of tourist infrastructure, they remain unclaimed and harsh, but impressive nature Afghanistan, and its historical and cultural sites located in the capital Kabul, the cities of Herat, Kandahar, etc. One of the most famous tourism sites in all of Asia, Biamin, is practically inaccessible. In this depression, located in the central part of the country at an altitude of more than 2 thousand meters, there are rocks pitted with hundreds of caves, and in the rocks there are two carved 50-meter statues of the Buddha. On the hill is the Shahar-i-Gulgula fortress. The possibilities of the winter resort of Jalalabad, hunting and observing local ritual holidays are not in demand either.

It's no secret that a beach holiday in Asian countries is considered the best - the tourism industry has ennobled almost all the "wild" and remote settlements and fishing villages, and prices here are much lower than in Europe or the Caribbean. We have compiled a list for you the best resorts Asia.

One of the most popular Thai resorts among Russians is the island of Phuket. This southern province countries and most big Island on its territory (its area is almost equal to the area of Singapore).

Things to do

Phuket is suitable for both beach holiday, and for active pastime: there are excellent beaches, comfortable hotels, clubs, bars, discos, picturesque natural corners - waterfalls, bays, gardens and a lot of historical sights.

The Karon Beach area is a favorite place for party-goers from all over the world, with a developed entertainment infrastructure. The beaches of Kamala are a calm and secluded place, ideal for family vacation. The sea in Phuket is quite calm, big waves rare here.

How to get there

Direct charter flight. Planes fly to Phuket from Moscow, St. Petersburg, Irkutsk, Vladivostok and other cities. You can get to the island on your own from the capital of Thailand - Bangkok.

Boracay, Philippines

Part of the coast of Boracay called White Beach, according to the ratings of world researchers, is in the top 10 the best beaches peace. Another undoubted plus of this place is the almost zero crime rate.

Things to do

Here you can stay in a hotel remote from the coast or rent a bungalow right on the coast. The infrastructure includes cafes, bars, restaurants, disco clubs and souvenir shops. Divers go to Boracay with pleasure - there are more than 10 diving centers on the island.

Windsurfers and kitesurfers also like to visit these places - they are attracted by the even wind, especially at Bulabog beach. Respectable businessmen can relax in a massage parlor or spa, or play golf.

Of the attractions, one can note the underwater Dead Forest, the exposition of shells in local museum and mysterious bat caves.

How to get there

Boracay does not have its own airport and to get here, you need to use a rather difficult route. One option is a flight from Moscow, Vladivostok or Yakutsk to Panay with a transfer in the Philippine capital Manila. Ferries and boats run from Panay Island, neighboring Boracay. Please note that sea transport does not operate at night.

Hainan, China

The tropical island of Hanan is located in southern China. It is not only excellent resort place, but also large Cultural Center- Various celebrations and festivals are held here throughout the year. The island has developed entertainment infrastructure- there are many nightclubs, discos and bars. There is even a special club for Russians. In addition, the famous center of Chinese medicine is located here.

Things to do

The island offers tourists a lot of attractions - the World's End Park, Monkey Island, Butterfly Gorge, Buddhist Center, Ma'an Volcano, a safari zoo with free-roaming animals.

The local Oceanarium deserves special mention, where you can feed crocodiles, see long-lived sea turtles, admire a collection of exotic birds from all over the country, and even ride an ostrich.

Dadonghai Beach is one of the most popular resorts on the island. There are restaurants, shops, cafes, a food market. A wide choice of hotels for every taste: from hostels to five-star hotels. Almost everywhere - Russian-speaking staff.

Yalunvan is called “yaochi” by the locals. earthly paradise". There is a diving center and a casino. Catering outlets, clubs and shops are located mainly on the territory of hotels.

How to get there

Direct flight from Moscow to Sanya. Flight time is approximately 10 hours.

Langkawi, Malaysia

Langkawi is the main island in the archipelago of the same name. In total, there are 99 islands, 4 of which are inhabited.

Things to do

For active rest excursions to caves, waterfalls, lakes and mountain ranges, trips to sky bridges and cable car. The resort's infrastructure includes restaurants, cafes, bars, spas and duty-free shops. Both diving and snorkeling (swimming under the surface of the water) are widespread here. You can go fishing or go on a boat trip.

The beaches of the island are recognized as medicinal - in sea water and the purest white sand contains a high percentage of minerals that have a beneficial effect on joints, bones and respiratory organs. The downside of this resort is the rather strong ebbs and flows.

How to get there

On a transit flight from Moscow to Langkawi with a change in Kuala Lumpur, Doha, Bangkok or Dubai. The flight will be at least 15 hours. Next is the ferry.

Phu Quoc, Vietnam

Phu Quoc is the ecological center of Vietnam. Most of the island is virgin thickets of wild forests, which are part of the national reserve.

Things to do

The largest diving school in the country, low prices equipment rental and magnificent seascapes attract huge streams of deep-sea diving enthusiasts. The infrastructure is not very developed, but there are cafes and volleyball courts on the beaches.

Activities include visiting a black pepper farm, a trip to a museum and a pearl plantation, and squid fishing.

How to get there

Direct flight "Moscow-Ho Chi Minh" to Bangkok, Nha Trang and Hanoi. Then - domestic flight to Fukuoka. A flight with a connection will take from 20 hours or more.

Bali, Indonesia

The most popular resorts are located in the southern part of the island. Most favorite place recreation of Russians - the resort of Kuta.

Things to do

Kuta is a developed tourist area. There are many different-sized hotels, large shopping centers, spa centers, restaurants, clubs and cafes. The resort is located close to Ngurah Airport. A well-groomed and clean (albeit crowded) beach with a gentle sandy bottom, without sharp corals and dangerous rocks, is perfect for surfers. The sea also favors those who like to ride a board - there is a constant wind and strong waves.

Of the minuses - the almost complete lack of attractions. You can visit the water park, the shell museum or the local theater with exotic performances.

This perfect place for rest and relaxation: people come here for the benefits of Ayurvedic medicine, bathing in healing springs with mineral water and local massage. However, beach holidays and the entertainment industry are also on the level here. Rich and multicultural excursion program: from Jewish synagogues to Dutch churches.

How to get there

There are no direct flights to Kerala from Russia. The most common scheme is by an international airline to any major Indian city, then transfer to a domestic flight to one of the airports in Kerala - most often to Trivandrum. flight from Russian capital will be at least 8 hours.

We present you a list of the cheapest places in South-East Asia where you can enjoy excellent resort vacation for little money. The most easy-to-purse states in the region are Cambodia, Vietnam, India and Thailand.

The main criteria for comparison, which we will consider below, will be: the road, housing, meals and the cost of food, leisure and services, vehicle rental.

Cambodia is considered one of the cheapest countries in the region in terms of prices. On average, the minimum daily set of needs, including excursions, will cost a tourist 10-15 dollars. $20-$25 will provide you with an average level of daily comfort.

Flight

The cost of traveling from Russia to Cambodia and back starts from 25 thousand rubles per person. Prices vary depending on the month, air carrier, number of transfers, travel time and points of departure and arrival. Recall that choosing "difficult" routes and booking tickets in both directions at once are good ways to save money.

Housing

The cost of one night under the roof of the hostel will be about 200 rubles, a bed in a 6-bed dorm will cost 300 rubles. A night in a double room of the cheapest hotel can be spent for 800 rubles, a similar overnight stay in a "three stars" will cost 1,100 rubles.

Self-renting a modest one-room studio will ease your wallet by $150 a month, a more comfortable apartment with a separate kitchen will be yours for $300.

Nutrition

Once upon a time, Cambodia was called the "country of one dollar" because of its cheapness. Now for this amount you can buy a loaf of bread, a bottle of mineral water or vegetable oil, a package of eggs, about 4 kg of rice or 1 kg of sugar, a can of beer or a fruit dessert. A hearty dinner in a cafe will cost 3-4 dollars. The cost of a similar lunch in a restaurant will be approximately $10. Cigarettes can be purchased for $1.5-2 per pack, a bottle of whiskey will cost $12, tequila $8-9, wine $10-$11.

Entertainment and service

Cost of excursions: sightseeing, a day of fishing or a trip to a local nature reserve will cost from 20 to 60 dollars. Additional services an English-speaking guide are estimated at $ 20, Russian speaking guide will cost 40-100 dollars per day. Tickets to a local theater or choreographic show cost from $10. A massage parlor can be visited for $2-5, a beauty salon for $5 (both a haircut and a manicure are included in this amount).

Transport

You can rent a scooter or car in Cambodia for $4-6 per day. Bicycles are provided free of charge in many hotels.

Vietnam

On average, the minimum cost for basic needs (accommodation, food and travel) will be 350-700 rubles a day here.

Flight

Price direct flight from Moscow airport starts from 23 thousand rubles, from St. Petersburg - from 25 thousand rubles.

Housing

A decent triple room in a hotel can be found for only 7-8 dollars per day. For this price you will get the minimum amenities - air conditioning, shower and WI-FI. In luxury hotels (for example, the famous five-star Vinpearl, located on a separate island), you will be charged 300-400 dollars per night.

Nutrition

The cheapest food in Vietnam is national cuisine in local cafes. For a portion of meat soup with noodles you will pay 1-2 dollars, for a bowl of rice with meat, chicken, shrimp and vegetables - from 1 to 3 dollars. In general, lunch or breakfast per person will cost from 3 to 5 dollars.

European food costs more: a cup of coffee will cost $1, bacon toast + an omelet and a glass of juice cost between $3 and $4. As a rule, breakfast in the restaurant of your hotel will require much more money than in any decent cafe.

As for dinners with delicacies and alcohol (including in restaurants with European or Russian cuisine), you will have to pay 15, maximum - 20 dollars for one person.

Entertainment and service

Full day in nature park will cost approximately $ 10 per person, a trip to the islands as part of an international group will cost from $ 7 to $ 35, depending on the language of the excursion and agency markups. Tip: the services of local tour organizers can cost 4-5 times cheaper than similar Russian-speaking ones.

A visit to a massage parlor will cost from 5 to 40 dollars, depending on the range of services.

Transport

You can rent a scooter for $5-7 per day. No bike license required. The cost of gasoline is about $ 1 per liter. Taxi services will cost an average of $1 to $2 per trip. The public bus fare is 3 cents.

India

According to experienced travelers, a fairly decent level of comfort will cost about $15-20 a day here.

Flight

The price of travel in the economy segment varies from 23 to 27 thousand rubles per person in both directions.

Housing

India offers vacationers the most varied level of hotel service. A hotel with a "two stars" will cost $ 10 per day, Double Room in a five-star hotel will cost 150-180 dollars.

The cost of self-renting accommodation in India depends on several factors: availability of a kitchen, proximity to the sea, age of the room, etc. The most economical option will cost $100 per month.

A guesthouse with a separate kitchen three minutes from the beach will cost about $250. For an apartment with free WI-FI and cleaning services twice a week, you will have to pay about $ 400.

Nutrition

Set meal lunch local cuisine for several people in a decent restaurant will cost 15-20 dollars. For a meal in a cafe for two, you will have to pay no more than $ 10. A portion of freshly squeezed juice costs from 0.5 to 1 dollar, a glass of beer - 2 dollars, a bottle of wine - 3 dollars, a pack of cigarettes - 2-3 dollars.

Entertainment and service

long sightseeing tour for the whole day will cost 50 dollars for one ticket, fishing in the ocean will cost 40 dollars. You can visit the zoo for 10-15 dollars, a water excursion along the river with crocodiles will cost 40 dollars per person. For visiting temples and churches, you will have to pay from 5 to 40 dollars.

A facial or back massage will cost an average of about $6-$10. The cost of the entrance ticket to night club- from 4 dollars. Beach activities(e.g. water scooter) - $30 for 20 minutes.

Transport

The cost of renting a scooter is $7–8 per day, a bicycle is $1 a day, a taxi ride is about $6, and a tuk-tuk is from $1 to $2 at a time.

Thailand

Despite the fact that trips to Thailand are extremely popular with our compatriots, this country cannot be called as cheap as India or Cambodia. On average, tourists spend about 2-4 times more money here. Thus, the cost of food, entertainment and transportation in Thailand will be from 50 to 100 dollars per day.

Lunch with exotic dishes local cafe will cost 8-10 dollars per person. More expensive - if the menu includes a seafood dish. But there are very cheap fruits.

Entertainment

The cost of excursions is on average 15-25 dollars. Two-day excursions to the islands, with meals and overnight will cost 250-300 dollars per person. Real Thai massage - from $ 5 and more, depending on the place (in an expensive salon they can ask for $ 100 per session. In hotels it can be even more expensive). A parachute flight will cost $40-50, a half-hour jet ski rental will cost $15-20.

Transport

The most rational way to move around the territory of Thailand is a taxi. The average price of one trip will be $5. The daily rent of a scooter will cost about the same amount.

We invite you on a great journey through the five countries of Southeast Asia: China, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and the "state within the state" - Hong Kong. A tour full of interesting excursions with a beach holiday on picturesque islands Bali and Borneo will delight tourists who prefer to combine relaxation on beautiful beaches with immersion in ancient history and impressive architecture. As part of the program, you will appreciate the beauty of Senado Square with its stone mosaic depicting waves in Macau, visit National Park Kota Kinabalu, climb Victoria Peak in Hong Kong, take pictures against the backdrop of the "crystal" Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, explore the beauty of Bali and learn the history of the symbol of Singapore - the Merlion. Airfare is included in the tour price!

Five countries in Southeast Asia

Tour duration: 14 days / 13 nights.

Tour type: individual, combined.

Tour itinerary: Hong Kong (2 nights) - Macau (1 night) - Kota Kinabalu (3 nights) - Kuala Lumpur (2 nights) - Bali (3 nights) - Singapore (2 nights).

Tour dates in 2020: upon request.

The cost of the program per person is from $3600.

Included in cost:

international flights:
four domestic flights on the route;
accommodation in hotels of the selected category according to the program;
meals according to the program;
transfers according to the program;
excursions according to the program;
services of an English-speaking guide.

Additionally paid:

medical insurance ($20);
meals and drinks not included in the price of the program;
optional excursions (upon prior request);
Singapore e-visa (recommended, cost - $50);
personal and other expenses not included in the tour price.

Singapore

Tour program

Day 1. Hong Kong

Departure from Moscow Domodedovo Airport at 12:35 by Etihad Airways. Arrival in Abu Dhabi at 18:55. Transfer to another flight and departure to Hong Kong at 21:55.

Day 2. Hong Kong - Macau

Arrival in Hong Kong - the largest administrative center China . Transfer to the pier, accommodation on the ferry and departure at 12:00. In an hour you will arrive in Macau - an open port and a major financial center of the Celestial Empire, famous for its casinos, gambling houses, hippodrome and nightclubs. But it is not only the capital of excitement. Macau is a former Portuguese colony. The picturesque center of the era of Portuguese rule reflects the clash of European and Chinese cultures and values.

Passage of migration control. Transfer to the selected hotel, accommodation in the room. At 15:00, a tour of Macau will begin. You will visit Senado square with stone mosaic depicting waves, Ruins of St. Paul's Church and Fort Monte and you will also see Wynn Casino with its famous light and music fountains, the "golden tree" and fire-water show. In addition, on this day you can hear the singing of gondoliers and ride the Venetian gondolas in complex "Venice".

The tour ends at 19:00. If you wish and for a fee, you can visit a unique show in House of dancing water - "The House of Dancing Water"».

Show ticket prices:

Performances take place on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Show starts at 17:00 and 20:00.

Day 3. Macau - Hong Kong

Breakfast, check out, transfer to the pier and departure to Hong Kong at 12:00 (travel time - 1 hour). Transfer to the hotel, accommodation.

At 14:30, a study tour of Hong Kong will begin (duration - 4 hours). You will have the opportunity to climb the famous Victoria Peak - highest point islands. Since its inception in 1888, the funicular has taken tourists up a steep 373-meter-high mountainside, on the way to which, during the seven-minute ascent, travelers enjoy breathtaking views of the port of Hong Kong and the outlines of skyscrapers against the sky.

In addition, you will see the old Cathedral, walk along street queens road and see several thousand Chinese vases on an old antique Hollywood Road, discuss with the guide the features of the local cuisine.

The tour ends at 18:30. Its format: by bus to Victoria Peak, climb to SKY TERRACE, descend to Peak Three, walk to Sheng Wan (via the Cathedral, Man Mo Temple and Antique Street), transfer by double-decker tram to IFC).

Day 4. Hong Kong

Breakfast, free time for independent walks. If desired, and for an additional fee, you can go on optional excursions.

Hong Kong, China

Day 5. Hong Kong - Kota Kinabalu

Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport, departure at 9:55 am on an Air Asia flight to the island of Borneo. Arrival in the capital of the Malaysian state of Sabah - Kota Kinabalu. Accommodation at the hotel, free time and rest.

Day 6. Kota Kinabalu

After breakfast at the hotel, you will have an excursion to national park Kota Kinabalu with a visit to hot springs accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide (duration - 8 hours, lunch included).

You will drive along a picturesque road winding along rice fields, colorful local villages and endless valleys. Don't miss the opportunity to cross the longest rope bridge in the state of Sabah, suspended 50 meters above the ground in the upper tiers of the rainforest. You will reach the park located at the foot of mountains kinabalu(its height above sea level is 4095 meters). Walk through the mountain garden and the jungle, where you will see more than 1000 species of plants, including Rafflesia - world-famous and very rare carnivorous flowers.

After lunch, you will dive into hot springs known for their health-improving properties. Rest and bathing in the springs among picturesque nature. Return to the hotel.

Days 7-8. Kota Kinabalu

Tomorrow, free time, beach vacation. On the 8th day, if you wish and for a fee, you can go on an optional excursion to the park wildlife Lok Kawi(duration - 4 hours, accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide").

Day 9. Kota Kinabalu - Kuala Lumpur

Breakfast at the hotel, free time for independent walks. Release of the number. You can check your luggage in the luggage room before transfer to the airport.

Departure at 18:55 with an Air Asia flight. Arrival at 21:25 in the capital of Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur. Transfer to the hotel, accommodation in the room.

Day 10. Kuala Lumpur - Bali island

Breakfast at hotel complex, release number. Introductory tour of the city, accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide (duration - 6 hours, lunch included).

You will visit central square and look around Palace of Sultan Abdul Samat, you will pass through the old quarters of the city, you will see Masjid Negara Mosque with a 75-meter minaret and a star-shaped roof, see chinese temple with a source of living water and a Buddha garden, climb the 270-meter observation deck TV towers and, of course, take pictures against the background of "crystal" Petronas Twin Towers.

Palace of Sultan Abdul Samat, Malaysia

visit batu caves located near Kuala Lumpur, in limestone cliffs covered with dense tropical vegetation. For millions of years, water has been sharpening stone here to create beautiful and amazing natural monuments. You will go up the two hundred and seventy-two stairs to the entrance to the caves. This unique pilgrimage is regularly performed here by Indians. Inside and outside the caves are some of the most beautiful Hindu temples in Malaysia.

Transfer to the airport, departure at 17:55 to Denpasar by Air Asia flight. Arrival at 20:55, transfer to the hotel, accommodation and rest.

Day 11 Bali

Breakfast at the hotel and a sightseeing tour of the island of Bali, accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide (lunch included). Every corner of the resort seems to be saturated with an oriental and festive atmosphere. Its tropical forests and majestic volcanoes, magnificent beaches and unique ancient temples amaze the imagination.

Traveling across the island, you will reach UNESCO Global Geopark in the Kintamani region, where the Batur volcano and the lake of the same name located in its crater are located. On the way, you will visit colorful local villages and get acquainted with the types of crafts popular on the island - silver jewelry making, batik production and wood carving. Visiting the temple, visiting the house of local residents and visiting the rice terraces.

You will also visit a garden where coffee, cocoa, vanilla and pineapples are grown. Here you can taste freshly roasted and brewed coffee or cocoa and, if you wish, purchase several packages.

After lunch you will go to Bird and Reptile Park. It is located between the resorts of Ubud and Kuta and covers an area of 2 hectares. It is an impressive tropical forest with beautiful exotic gardens and almost invisible aviaries. In the park you can meet Balinese starlings and parrots, Australian cockatoos and African crowned cranes, admire Tanzanian flamingos, communicate with South American macaws, watch pelicans and funny hornbills, as well as see rare cassowaries and beautiful birds of paradise.

Later - inspection reptile park where crocodiles, snakes and lizards live. Some species of turtles, iguanas and lizards even allow themselves to be picked up for a photo.

Day 12 Bali

Breakfast in the hotel. Free time for independent exploration of the island and beach holidays. Vacations in these places will please even the most sophisticated travelers and will be remembered for a long time. The island has an excellent infrastructure: cruises on motor ships are constantly arranged here, and at night there are many cafes and discos. In addition, Bali has all the conditions for active water sports, including kitesurfing and diving.

If desired, and for a fee, you can go on additional excursions:

Visit to the temple located on the island of Java complex Borobudur and hindu temple prambanan(with lunch, accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide).
Journey through the most mysterious places islands - "Ancient Bali" - with a tour elephant cave, ancient temple with healing springs - Tirta Empul, Gunung Kawi archaeological site(lunch included, duration - the whole day, accompanied by an English-speaking guide).

Prambanan temple complex, Indonesia

Day 13. Bali - Singapore

Airport transfer. Departure at 6:10 to Singapore by Air Asia flight, arrival at 8:55.

At 10:00 a sightseeing tour of Singapore with a Russian-speaking guide will begin (duration - 3.5 hours). You will visit the colonial part of the city, see the historical Padang Square,buildings of the Parliament and the Supreme Court. They have a high historical and architectural value and were built at the beginning of the last century. Afterwards, you will take a walk next to the old Queen Victoria Theater, admire the majestic cathedral Cathedral of Saint Andrew and see the oldest hotel in the city - Raffles. You will learn a lot of interesting things about the history of creation small state, which is often called the "lion city", and also hear the story Merlion the symbol of Singapore.

Then you will go to the business center of the city to appreciate the architectural masterpieces of the latest era: Explanade concert hall, Ruffles Place skyscrapers and also the famous complex Marina Bay Sands. Then, once in Singapore Chinatown, You will be transported to a colorful Chinatown with a unique oriental atmosphere and two-story shophouses. You will visit one of local temples, which will amaze with an incredible variety of colors and a large number of statues of various gods scattered throughout the building.

After - a visit to gem factory, where you will see a unique gallery of paintings made by hand from semi-precious stones, and learn all the subtleties of their manufacturing technology. The tour ends with a visit botanical garden , which strikes with the variety of forms of tropical flora and fauna presented here. You will visit amazingly beautiful orchid garden, where, in particular, the national flower of Singapore grows. The last stop along the route is the central street of Singapore Orchard Road where shops and restaurants are located. This is a real paradise for the buyer, where you can find almost any product.

Day 14 Singapore

Breakfast in the hotel. Free day for independent walks.

If desired, and for a fee, you can go on additional excursions (must be booked in advance):

Journey to Sentosa Island, accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide. Duration - 4 hours.
Visit to the Singapore Zoo. Duration - 3.5 hours.
Walk through the gardens by the bay. Duration - 3.5 hours.

Day 15. Singapore - Abu Dhabi

Breakfast at the hotel, free time to explore the city on your own and buy souvenirs for family and friends. Release of the room, transfer to the airport. Departure to Abu Dhabi at 20:05, arrival at 23:35.