International tourism in Asia. The best resorts in Asia - the top most beautiful countries in Southeast Asia Vietnam: a small country with great opportunities

Southwest Asia includes the states of the Near and Middle East with an 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 in Israel, where the shrines of three religions are located: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. On the one hand, this attracts big number tourists, partly pilgrims, and on the other hand, it creates the ground 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. Lovers educational tourism attract 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 organizing tourist center Beirut, Nicosia (Cyprus), Iranian cities of Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, Hamadan, etc.

Certain countries of the Arab East, as well as Türkiye, attract many “shuttles” - participants in shopping tours. Afghanistan has interesting tourism opportunities, but the events of recent decades make it impossible to use them. South-West Asia includes the following tourist macro-regions: Cyprus and Turkey, Palestine, Arab states (Middle East), Middle East.

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

Cyprus first gained independence in 1960, but in 1974 Turkish troops landed on the island. After this, the northern territory of the country went to Turkey. There are no diplomatic relations between the Greek and Turkish parts. Turkish part 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 rugged and rocky, the south of the island is flat, with long sandy beaches. In the center and southwest of the island is the vast old volcanic massif of Troodos (the highest point is Mount Olympos, 1951 m). Between the mountains lies the vast and fertile valley of Mesaoria.

Cyprus in ancient times was the center of 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 for 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 Church of Chrysaliniotissa, built in 1450, the Omeriye Mosque , the churches of Trypiotis and Faneromeni, the cathedral of St. John, built in 1662.

Limassol It is best known for its beaches, the Medieval Museum, old castles, and wine production. Monuments Larnaca are Larnaca Fortress (1625); Jami Kebir Mosque; church ev. Lazarus; Laiki Getonya (one of the ancient 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 Sofia (XIII century); Archaeological Museum; royal chapel ev. Katerina.

Within the resort Pathos interesting Port Fortress, Paphos Mosaics, included in the world register cultural heritage UNESCO, Panayia Limeniotissa, Odeon Theatre, Catacombs. Solomonia, Royal Tombs, Church of Chrysopolites and Column of St. Paul, "House of Theseus", "Villa

Dionysus", Aphrodite beach, Smolensk Bay, the ancient Roman city of Curium with its Greco-Roman theater, Kolossi Castle. Monuments of ancient culture in Salamis are the tomb of St. Catherine, Costello Castle in Famagusta, Gothic Cathedral of St. Nicholas.

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

Türkiye is a state in south-eastern Europe and Western Asia with total area 780.6 thousand sq. km and a population of 80 million people. Capital - Ankara. In the north-west it borders with Bulgaria and Greece, in the north-east - with Georgia and Armenia, in the east - with Iran, in the south - with 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 are the Anatolian Highlands (average height up to 1000 m), with river valleys and cones of extinct volcanoes in the east.

Türkiye attracts recreational 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, etc. (Fig. 9.1). Available in inland areas Turkey resorts famous for their mineral springs. For example, the springs near the city of Bursa were used by the Byzantines. Lovers winter holiday attract modern ski resorts Palandoken, Uludag, etc.

But, of course, Türkiye is also famous for its historical and cultural values. Many of them are concentrated on the shore

Conventional signs Excursion centers ^ Ski resorts A Seaside resorts

Borders of tourism

recreational areas

Tourist and recreational

1 Marmara Sea Region
2 Aegean Sea region
3 District Mediterranean Sea
4 Central Anatolia
5 Black Sea region
6 Eastern Anatolia
7 Southeastern Anatolia

Rice. 9.1. Tourist and recreational centers of Turkey

Chapter 9. international tourism in Asia

Bosphorus Strait Istanbul(in the past - the capital of Byzantium, Constantinople, in ancient Russian documents - Constantinople). The transformation of an Orthodox Byzantine city into a Muslim city changed its appearance: Orthodox churches turned into mosques. There are many of them, therefore there are many minarets. The most famous temple is the Hagia Sophia, an outstanding work of Byzantine architecture. There are also museums in Istanbul, including archaeological (with the sarcophagus of Alexander the Great), antiquity, conquerors, Muslim art etc., Church of St. Irene, choral monastery church, Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, mosque - Ahmed ( Blue Mosque), Mikrimachi, Selim the Conqueror, Bayezid, Suleiman, Eyup, underground palaces and reservoirs, the remains of a Byzantine fortress. In the 20th century Istanbul is largely Europeanized.

Other centers of educational tourism in Turkey: capital Ankara(where ancient buildings and the mausoleum of the founder of modern Turkey Ataturk (Kemal Pasha) are located; the birthplace of Homer 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 Zeno (II century) and the Roman arched aqueduct; Mira - the ancient capital of Lycia, the “land of light rays”, famous for its necropolis carved into the rocks, as well as the church of St. Nicholas, a place of pilgrimage for Christians in the country. nature reserves- Olympos-Beydaglari, Munzur-Vadisi, Koprulu Canyon, etc.

Most of Turkey is plateaus and Not high mountains, which in the east of the country turn into high mountain areas. There is the Ararat massif, sacred to the Armenians (but located in Turkey after the First World War), where, according to biblical legend, Noah completed his journey, and the large and picturesque Lake Van. So in the east of Turkey there are many elements of natural attractiveness™. However, so far this undoubtedly potential resort area has been little developed.

Palestine. This macro-region includes the state of Israel, populated predominantly by Jews (natives and immigrants), and 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 (“city of dates”), which is seven thousand years old.

Jerusalem, the city of three historical faiths (Jewish, Christian and Muslim) attracts the largest number of tourists. Among the historical and cultural monuments, it is enough to name the Jewish Western 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 subjects). According to Islam, the Muslim prophet Muhammad later ascended to heaven from the rock where Christ prayed (the Omar Mosque was built here). It is no coincidence that during the division of Palestine after World War II, the UN decided 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 in the world) with its Haaretz Museum of Mediterranean Art and art gallery. Among the streets of Tel Aviv there are Korolenko, Zola, etc. streets. It has practically merged with Tel Aviv Jaffa, unlike young Tel Aviv, has several centuries of existence. In this city you can walk along the streets of Pushkin, Pestalozzi, Michelangelo, Gorky, Ozheshko, Dante.

In the city area Haifa And Nathanya on the Mediterranean coast, as well as in the Eilat area in the Arabian Gulf of the Red Sea are seaside resorts. There are also resorts on the coast below ocean level Dead Sea, the very high salinity of the waters allows swimmers to float freely. An appropriate infrastructure has been created for tourists in Israel.

The Arab countries of Southwest Asia include virtually the entire area, with the exception of Palestine, Israel and the Middle Eastern states. Essentially we are talking about the Middle East or most of Western Asia (from Lebanon in the northwest to Yemen in the southeast). These are all Muslim Arab states.

With the exception of some outlying areas - Mediterranean Lebanon and partly Syria in the north-west and “happy Arabia” (southern part of Yemen) on the edge of the Arabian Peninsula - all countries in the region are arid desert and semi-desert territories. Therefore, civilization developed only where it was possible to create irrigation systems using rivers (as in Mesopotamia) or groundwater - in oases. From the middle of the 20th century. In many countries in the region, oil is extracted, 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 is formed 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 are appearing on the shores of the seas. There are also mountain resorts in Lebanese cities. All this serves the development of recreational tourism.

In almost all countries of the macroregion there are many historical and cultural attractions - monuments of distant millennia and centuries. Yes, on the territory Lebanon one of the earliest human settlements is located - Baalbek, where ruins of religious buildings dedicated to Jupiter, statues, sculptures of Venus, Bacchus, rows of columns and sculptures, and stairs are preserved. One of the ancient settlements in Lebanon is the city of Saida. The capital of the country itself - Beirut - along with the ancient quarters, is also distinguished by completely modern buildings, corresponding to the role of Beirut as a center of finance and culture.

IN Syria The ancient cities of Palmyra and Aleppo with their monuments of Hellenistic art are of great interest to tourists. The capital of the country, Damascus, attracts with objects of Muslim culture, including one of the most famous shrines of Islam - the Umayyad Mosque.

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

Others are much less interesting for educational tourism Arab countries Middle East: Jordan, Yemen, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain. In these countries whose economies are based on oil production (Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, United 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 Kaaba stone) and Medina, cities associated with the activities of the Prophet Muhammad and the birth of Islam. Hundreds of thousands, and in some years millions of Muslims from all over the world come here as pilgrims. Pilgrimage (Hajj) brings huge income to the country, and pilgrims “attach” themselves to eternal life in Paradise. The city of Jeddah is located on the country's Red Sea coast, through which thousands of pilgrims travel. There are also several historical monuments here, among which, according to legend, is the grave of the first woman, Eve.

Saudi Arabia covers an area of 1.6 - 2.4 million square meters. km (according to various sources). The country's population 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 is bright sun 360 days a year and a warm, clear sea, desert landscapes with oases and areas of red sand, wadis (dried river mouths) and dunes, the peaks of the Al Hajars massif, numerous key lakes of volcanic origin and a color palette of stones.

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

The capital of the UAE is Abu Dhabi. In the city of Dubai - 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, attracting more than 2 million visitors. Dubai's Arabian Tower Hotel (Burj Al Arab) is the tallest hotel in the world (height 321 m). Hatta - mountain resort territorially belonging to the emirate Dubai, located in the center of the Hajar mountain range and is a picturesque place surrounded by palm trees, clear lakes and small farms.

In the city of Ajman there is a museum, which is located in a fort built in the late 18th century until the late 1970s. which was the residence of the emir. Its exhibition 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 thriving 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 al-Quwain(“source of strength”) are located: Falaj Al Muala - a huge date garden surrounded by high dunes; water park "Dreamland" with an artificial volcano 18 m high with imitation fire, lighting effects, numerous water attractions; the city of Fujairah with sandy beaches and mountain headlands is one of best places for scuba diving.

Mereja, which is the “museum treasure of the UAE”, is the oldest district of the emirate Sharjah, where are located: one of the largest mosques in the Middle East, King Faisal Mosque, which can accommodate up to 3,000 worshipers; numerous museums and exhibitions, beaches of the Khalid Lagoon. New but already popular entertainment in the UAE is sand skiing and car rallying in the desert.

The countries of the Middle East are Iran and Afghanistan.

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

Afghanistan - multinational Mountain country, where hostilities have been going on for many years. Therefore, and also because of the very low level development of tourism infrastructure, the harsh but impressive nature of Afghanistan, and its historical and cultural sites located in the capital Kabul, the cities of Herat, Kandahar, etc. remain unclaimed. One of the most famous tourism sites in all of Asia - Biamine - is also 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 dug by hundreds of caves, and two 50-meter high Buddha statues carved into the rocks. The Shahar-i-Gulgula fortress is located on the hill. The possibilities of the winter resort of Jalalabad, hunting and observing local ritual holidays are also not in demand.

We invite you to big Adventure across five countries South-East Asia: China, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and the “state within a state” - Hong Kong. Saturated interesting excursions a tour with a beach holiday on the picturesque islands of Bali and Borneo will delight tourists who prefer to combine relaxation with beautiful beaches with an 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 Kota Kinabalu National Park, climb Victoria Peak in Hong Kong, take pictures against the background of the “crystal” Petronas twin towers in Kuala Lumpur, explore the beauty island of Bali and learn the history of the symbol of Singapore - the Merlion. Airfare is included in the tour price!

For five countries in Southeast Asia

Tour duration: 14 days/13 nights.

Tour type: individual, combined.

Tour route: 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: on request.

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

Included in cost:

international flights:
four domestic flights along 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 a Russian-speaking guide.

Additional charges:

medical insurance (20$);
food and drinks not included in the program price;
additional excursions (upon prior request);
Singapore e-visa (we recommend, 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 on an Etihad Airways flight. 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 of 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 Middle Kingdom, famous for its casinos, gambling houses, hippodrome and nightclubs. But this is not only the capital of excitement. Macau is a former Portuguese colony. The picturesque center of the Portuguese era reflects the clash of European and Chinese cultures and values.

Passing immigration control. Transfer to the selected hotel, accommodation in the room. The tour of Macau will begin at 15:00. 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 will be able to hear the singing of gondoliers and ride Venetian gondolas in complex "Venice".

The excursion ends at 19:00. If desired, and for an additional fee, you can visit a unique show in House of Dancing Water - "The House of Dancing Water"».

Ticket prices for the show:

Performances take place on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Performance 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 the introductory tour of Hong Kong will begin (duration - 4 hours). You will have the opportunity to climb the famous Victoria Peak - highest point islands. Since the start of operation in 1888, the funicular has carried tourists up the steep mountain slope 373 meters high, on the way to which, during a seven-minute climb, travelers are offered a breathtaking view of the port of Hong Kong and the outlines of skyscrapers against the sky.

In addition, you will see the ancient Cathedral, take a walk around street Queens Road and view several thousand Chinese vases on a vintage antique Hollywood Road, discuss the features with your guide local cuisine.

The excursion ends at 18:30. Its format: by bus to Victoria Peak, ascent to SKY TERRACE, descent to Trem Peak, 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 on an Air Asia flight to the island of Borneo. Arrival in the capital of the Malaysian state of Sabah - Kota Kinabalu. Hotel accommodation, free time and relaxation.

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 pass along scenic road, winding along rice fields, colorful local villages and endless valleys. Don't miss the opportunity to walk across Sabah's longest rope bridge, suspended 50 meters above the ground in the upper layers of the rainforest. You will reach a park located at the foot of Mount Kinabalu(its height above sea level is 4095 meters). Walk through 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 immerse yourself in hot springs known for their healing properties. Relax and swim in springs among picturesque nature. Return to the hotel.

Days 7-8. Kota Kinabalu

Tomorrow, free time, beach holiday. On day 8, if you wish and for a fee, you can go on an optional excursion to Lok Kawi Wildlife Park(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 leave your luggage in storage before transfer to the airport.

Departure at 18:55 on 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, room release. Introductory tour of the city accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide (duration - 6 hours, lunch included).

You will visit the central square and explore Palace of Sultan Abdul Samat, drive through the old quarters of the city, you will see Masjid Negara mosque with a 75-meter minaret and a star-shaped roof, check out Chinese temple with a source of living water and a Buddha garden, climb a 270-meter observation deck TV towers and, of course, take a photo against the backdrop of “crystal” Petronas Twin Towers.

Sultan Abdul Samat Palace, Malaysia

Visit Batu Caves, located near Kuala Lumpur, in limestone cliffs covered with dense tropical vegetation. For millions of years, water has worn stone here to create beautiful and amazing monuments nature. You will walk up a staircase of two hundred and seventy-two steps to the entrance to the caves. Indians regularly make this unique pilgrimage here. 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 on an Air Asia flight. Arrival at 20:55, transfer to the hotel, accommodation and rest.

Day 11. Bali Island

Breakfast at the hotel and an introductory 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 entire 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. Along the way, you will visit colorful local villages and get acquainted with popular crafts on the island - silver jewelry making, batik production and wood carving. Visit to the temple, tour of the local people's house and tour of the rice terraces.

You will also visit the garden where coffee, cocoa, vanilla and pineapples are grown. Here you can taste freshly roasted and brewed coffee or cocoa and, if desired, 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 represents an impressive a tropical forest with beautiful exotic gardens and almost invisible aviaries for birds. In the park you can meet Balinese starlings and parrots, Australian cockatoos and African crowned cranes, admire Tanzanian flamingos, chat 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 photos.

Day 12. Bali Island

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

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

Visit to the temple located on the island of Java Borobudur complex And Prambanan Hindu Temple(with lunch, accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide).
Travel through the most mysterious places islands - “Ancient Bali” - with inspection Elephant Cave, ancient temple with healing springs - Tirta Empul, archaeological site of Gunung Kawi(lunch included, duration - all day, accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide).

Prambanan Temple Complex, Indonesia

Day 13. Bali Island - Singapore

Airport transfer. Departure at 6:10 for Singapore on an 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,Parliament buildings and Supreme Court . They have high historical and architectural value and were built at the beginning of the last century. Afterwards you will take a walk next to the ancient Queen Victoria Theater, admire the majestic cathedral St Andrew's Cathedral and see the oldest hotel in the city - Raffles. You will learn a lot of interesting things about the history of the creation of a small state, which is often called the “lion city,” and also hear the history Merlion- symbol of Singapore.

Next, you will go to the business center of the city to appreciate the architectural masterpieces of the newest era: Explanada concert hall, skyscrapers Raffles Place and also 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 the local temples, which will amaze you with its incredible variety of colors and big amount statues of various gods scattered throughout the building.

After - visit to gem factory, where you will see a unique gallery of paintings made by hand from semi-precious stones, and learn all the intricacies of the technology for their production. The tour ends with a visit Botanical Garden , striking in the variety of forms of tropical flora and fauna presented here. You will visit an amazingly beautiful orchid garden, where, in particular, the national flower of Singapore grows. The last stop on the route is the main street of Singapore Orchard Road, where shops and restaurants are located. This 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 an additional fee, you can go on additional excursions (must be booked in advance):

Travel to Sentosa Island accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide. Duration - 4 hours.
Visit to the Singapore Zoo. Duration - 3.5 hours.
A 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. Check out of the room, transfer to the airport. Departure to Abu Dhabi at 20:05, arrival at 23:35.

Despite the fact that the cold weather has arrived in Asia, the “high season” has just begun, so we decided to consider the most interesting directions that will definitely surprise you!

1. Phuket, Thailand

Phuket is the most popular resort in Thailand. On the island, in addition to amazing beaches and hotels, there are Buddhist temples, observation decks, waterfalls, and gardens. Here you can find small coves to feel privacy or have a romantic evening, and club and bar streets filled with noise, music and dancing. The island is connected to the mainland by a bridge, allowing easy access to other provinces or the country's capital.

2. Boracay, Philippines

This one is small Philippine island famous for having a top ten beach best beaches world, - White Beach. A string of bars, massage parlors, souvenir shops and cafes stretches along it. Besides the people who love nightlife, Boracay attracts divers and kitesurfers because it has ideal conditions for observing underwater world, and near Bulabog beach there is always a steady wind, which is so necessary for kiting.

3. Hainan, China

On Hainan Island you can not only relax on the beach, but also explore many attractions. For example, dormant volcano Ma-An, whose crater has been turned into an observation deck. Those who want to tickle their nerves should go to the Dongshan Safari Zoo, where bears, tigers and lions roam in natural conditions, and tourists can watch them from a jeep. In addition, Hainan Province is a major Cultural Center, where many different festivals are held throughout the year.

4. Langkawi, Malaysia

The Malaysian island of Langkawi is located in the middle of an archipelago consisting of 100 islands. Here everyone can feel like a pioneer without going far from snow-white beaches and comfortable hotels. Mountains, caves, waterfalls and lakes are adjacent to resort infrastructure and many attractions, including the cable car and sky bridge, so beloved by tourists, running right over the jungle.

5. Sri Lanka

Tea plantations, elephants, golden beaches with palm trees reaching down to the water, ancient temples and statues - it’s all there. small island who got lost in Indian Ocean near the coast of India. Aromatherapy combined with Buddhist and Hindu teachings promote relaxation and spiritual enrichment. Lovers active rest Water skiing, underwater fishing, surfing and kiting await you.

6. Phu Quoc, Vietnam

Phu Quoc is the pearl of Vietnam. Most of the island is a national park, which allows the flora and fauna to be preserved in their original form, and the presence of good hotels and beach infrastructure does not allow one to forget about the benefits of civilization. In addition, Phu Quoc is famous as a diving center - the largest diving school in Vietnam operates here, and prices for equipment and instructor services are among the lowest in the world.

7. Maldives

Resorts Maldives- some of the most fashionable in all of Asia, because here the dream of heavenly holiday. Blue Lagoons, white sandy beaches, clear blue skies, comfortable villas and tropical fruits - what else do you need for a carefree vacation? If you get tired of relaxing on the beach or in a hammock, you can go canoeing or catamarans, water skiing or yachts, snorkeling or diving.

8. Bali, Indonesia

Although the beaches in Bali are not the best in Southeast Asia, they are ideal for those who want to go surfing or kite surfing. The island also offers all the conditions for relaxation in numerous spa hotels in an atmosphere of peace and exoticism. This Indonesian resort is worth a visit to enjoy a combination of culture, religion, art and tropical nature.

9. Koh Samui, Thailand

Koh Samui is another Thai island besides Phuket that is loved by tourists. Accommodation for every taste, fine sand beaches, picturesque bays, Buddhist temples, low prices for goods and services - this is the recipe for the popularity of Samui. The highlight of the island is the opportunity to rent a bungalow right on the seashore.

Here is a list of the cheapest places in Southeast Asia where you can enjoy great... resort holiday for little money. The most wallet-friendly countries in the region are Cambodia, Vietnam, India and Thailand.

The main comparison criteria, which we will consider below, will be: road, housing, meals and food costs, leisure and service, transport rental.

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

Flight

The cost of travel 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. Let us remind you that choosing “difficult” routes and ordering 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. You can spend a night in a double room in the cheapest hotel for 800 rubles; a similar overnight stay in a “three stars” will cost 1,100 rubles.

Renting a modest one-room studio on your own will lighten your wallet by $150 a month; a more comfortable apartment with a separate kitchen will be yours for $300.

Nutrition

Cambodia was once 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 meal in a restaurant would be approximately $10. Cigarettes can be purchased for $1.5–2 per pack, a bottle of whiskey costs $12, tequila costs $8–9, and wine costs $10–11.

Entertainment and service

Excursion costs: Sightseeing, a day of fishing, or a trip to a local nature reserve will cost between $20 and $60. Additional services English-speaking guide costs $20, Russian speaking guide will cost 40–100 dollars per day. Tickets to a local theater or choreographic show start at $10. You can visit a massage room for 2–5 dollars, a beauty salon for 5 dollars (this amount includes both a haircut and a manicure).

Transport

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

Vietnam

Average minimum costs for basic needs (overnight, food and travel) here will be 350–700 rubles per day.

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 night. For this price you will get minimal amenities - air conditioning, shower and WI-FI. In luxury hotels (for example, the famous five-star Vinpearl, located on separate island) for one night they will charge you 300-400 dollars.

Nutrition

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

European food is more expensive: a cup of coffee costs $1, toast with bacon + an omelette and a glass of juice cost from $3 to $4. As a rule, breakfast in your hotel restaurant will cost significantly more than in any decent cafe.

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

Entertainment and service

A full day in the natural 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 the agency’s markups. Advice: the services of local excursion organizers can cost 4–5 times less 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 dollars per day. No bike license required. The cost of gasoline is about 1 dollar per liter. Taxi services will cost an average of 1 to 2 dollars per trip. The fare on a public bus is 3 cents.

India

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

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 a wide variety of hotel services. A two-star hotel will cost $10 per night, Double Room in a five-star hotel it will cost 150–180 dollars.

The cost of self-renting housing in India depends on several factors: the presence of a kitchen, proximity to the sea, age of the premises, 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

A set lunch of local cuisine for several people in a decent restaurant will cost $15–20. For a meal in a cafe for two you will have to pay no more than $10. A serving 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

A long sightseeing excursion for the whole day will cost $50 per ticket, and ocean fishing will cost $40. You can visit the zoo for 10–15 dollars; a boat excursion along the river with crocodiles will cost 40 dollars per person. To visit temples and churches you will have to pay from 5 to 40 dollars.

For a facial or back massage you will need an average of about 6-10 dollars. Entrance fee to night club- from 4 dollars. Beach activities(e.g. jet ski) - $30 for 20 minutes.

Transport

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

Thailand

Despite the fact that trips to Thailand are extremely popular among 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 transport in Thailand will be from 50 to 100 dollars per day.

Lunch of exotic dishes at a local cafe will cost $8–10 per person. More expensive - if the menu includes a seafood dish. But the fruit here is very cheap.

Entertainment

The cost of excursions on average is 15–25 dollars. Two-day excursions to the islands, including meals and overnight accommodation, will cost $250–300 per person. A real Thai massage costs from $5 and up, depending on the location (in an expensive salon they may 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 Tai is by taxi. average price one trip will be 5 dollars. It will cost about the same amount daily rental scooter

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

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 a beach holiday and an active pastime: here great beaches, comfortable hotels, clubs, bars, discos, picturesque natural places- waterfalls, bays, gardens and a lot of historical attractions.

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

How to get there

Direct by charter flight. Airplanes 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

A part of the coast of Boracay called White Beach, according to the ratings of world researchers, is among the top 10 best beaches in the world. Another undoubted advantage 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 enjoy going to Boracay - there are more than 10 diving centers on the island.

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

Among the attractions are the underwater Dead Forest, an exhibition of shells in the local museum and the mysterious bat caves.

How to get there

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

Hainan, China

The tropical island of Hanan is located in southern China. It's not only great resort place, but also a major cultural center - various celebrations and festivals are held here all year round. The island also has a developed entertainment infrastructure - there are many nightclubs, discos and bars. There is even a special club for Russians. In addition, there is a famous Chinese medicine center here.

Things to do

The island offers tourists many attractions - the "Edge of the World" park, monkey island, butterfly gorge, Buddhist center, Ma'an volcano, safari zoo with free-roaming animals.

The local Oceanarium is worthy of 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, food market. A wide selection of hotels to suit every taste: from hostels to five-star ones. Almost everywhere there are Russian-speaking staff.

Yalongwan local residents called “yaochi” - “earthly paradise”. There is a diving center and casino here. Catering points, clubs and shops are located mainly on hotel premises.

How to get there

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

Langkawi, Malaysia

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

Things to do

For active recreation, excursions to caves, waterfalls, lakes and mountain ranges, trips to sky bridges And cable car. The resort's infrastructure includes restaurants, cafes, bars, spa centers and duty-free shopping centers. 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 healing - sea water and the purest white sand contain a high percentage of minerals that have a beneficial effect on joints, bones and respiratory organs. The downside of this resort is that the tides are quite strong.

How to get there

Transit flight from Moscow to Langkawi with a transfer to Kuala Lumpur, Doha, Bangkok or Dubai. The flight will be at least 15 hours. Next - by ferry.

Phu Quoc, Vietnam

Phu Quoc is the ecological center of Vietnam. Most of the island is pristine wild forest, part of a national reserve.

Things to do

The largest diving school in the country, low prices rental equipment 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.

Entertainment options include a visit to 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 City” to Bangkok, Nha Trang and Hanoi. Next - take a domestic flight to Fukuoka. A connecting flight will take 20 hours or more.

Bali, Indonesia

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

Things to do

Kuta - developed tourist area. There are many hotels of different sizes here, 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 gently sloping sandy bottom, without sharp corals or 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.

The downside is the almost complete lack of attractions. You can visit a water park, a shell museum, or a local theater with exotic performances.

This is an ideal 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 here are also at the same level. 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 international airline to any major Indian city, then change to domestic flight to one of the airports in Kerala - most often to Trivandrum. The flight from the Russian capital will take at least 8 hours.

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