See the Emerald Buddha, sheathed in gold shawls for the winter and monastic robes for the rainy season. Tour Thailand’s holiest temple in Nakhon Pathom. Learn about Thailand's mountain people at the Tribal Museum in Chiang Mai, which presents the clothing, customs, and culture of the many groups that inhabit the northern mountains.

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Visit the capital of the China and unravel the country’s complex political history with visits to the landmarks of rulers past. Soak in the centuries-old sites of Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and the Temple of Heaven, following the history of the ruling class of China from the Qin dynasty to Mao Zedong. Then throw in a dash of contemporary Beijing with visits to the Great Hall of the People and the Beijing Zoo, maybe even catching a Kung Fu show between historical sites. Round out your experience with a taste of Chinese culture, participating in a traditional tea ceremony and tantalizing your taste buds with the regional dish of Peking duck.

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Visit relics of one of the world’s most ancient civilizations along with the most advanced technological and architectural innovations of the modern world in China. See the most famous highlights of the country: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Sacred Road, Tiger Hill, Lingering Garden, the Shanghai Bund, and more in this whirlwind tour of the biggest cities and most exciting attractions of eastern China.

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Walk through China’s vast Tiananmen Square, view the Forbidden Palace, home to Chinese emperors since 1421, travel to the Great Wall of China, see the life-size Terra Cotta soldiers in Xi’an, and wander through the 16th century Yu Yuan Garden in Shanghai.

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See Beijing’s Imperial palaces, walk the vast Great Wall of China, tour the Temple of Heaven, visit Xi’an, one of China’s oldest cities, to see the Terra Cotta soldiers, explore Reed Flute Caves in Guilin and stroll through old Colonial Shanghai.

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India's capital is a tapestry of medieval fortifications, Mughal mausoleums, dusty bazaars, colonial-era town planning and mega malls. Walk the streets of Old Delhi, once filled with the mansions of nobles and dignitaries, tour New Delhi, the modern capital of India created during the British Raj, see the extraordinary Taj Mahal in Agra, and join a tiger Safari at Ranthambore National Park.

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Enjoy the most luxurious tourist destinations in the world while studying the culture and ancient history of the Middle East with a visit to the three largest cities in the United Arab Emirates: Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. Witness the tallest building in the world, visit the Bedouin Heritage Village, and ride camels through the desert, all the while enjoying the souks, mosques, and camels of these dazzling cosmopolitan cities.

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Discover the ancient history and religious importance of Israel as you explore what some believe to be the holiest sites in the world. From the modern city of Tel Aviv explore the ancient site of Beit She’an, King David’s Tomb, the Western Wall and more.

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A visit to the sacred Sensoji Temple and grounds of the Imperial Palace balances the buzz of high-tech Tokyo. Soak up views of Mount Fuji, an ancient castle and colorful markets while en route to the giant Todai-ji Buddha and countless Kyoto temples. End in Osaka or choose a solemn but inspirational stop in Hiroshima.

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Visit the ancient city of Jerrash, a treasure trove of historical architecture and one of the 10 great Roman cities of the Decapolis league. Explore the medieval Aljoun Castle, built to deter crusaders, and learn the historical influence of this magnificent fortress. Swim in the Dead Sea, the saltiest body of water in the world, that is so salty fish cannot survive in it and so dense that humans cannot sink in it.

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Did you know that Mandarin is the most widely spoken language in the world? As it continues to grow, get ahead of the curve with a language-focused tour of Beijing. Each day begins with a three hour language course, before heading out to take in the sights and practice what you learned each day in immersive activities designed to help you get comfortable with Mandarin.

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Learn how different the life of elephant rider is from a Buddhist monk. Then, work with a local school or orphanage to get to know—and dance with—the people of Sing Buri. All the while, take in the beauty of Bangkok from the bustling market to The Grand Palace.

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South Korea’s capital city, Seoul, is a sprawling metropolis where ancient meets hyper-modern; Skyscrapers, high-tech subways and pop culture art installations juxtapose the prevalent Buddhist temples, palaces and street markets. Gyeongju, on South Korea's southeast coast, is known for its extensive historical and archaeological ruins. And Busan, a large port city in South Korea, is famous for its beaches, mountain vistas and humbling temples.

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Explore Japan’s chaotic neon-filled capital and sample a traditional tempura dinner, race on a bullet train to Kyoto to visit the Kinkakuji Temple and watch a Kimono show, then tour Osaka’s 16th century castle and eat a traditional Okonomiyaki dinner.

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Explore the vast underground Cu Chi Tunnels used during the Vietnam War, tour Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) and see the European-inspired architecture, visit the famous China Beach, see the striking Thai Hoa Palace in Hué and cruise along Ha Long Bay.

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Visit the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace in Ho Chi Minh City, fly to Siem Reap, Cambodia to visit a floating village on Tonle Sap Lake and an ancient temple in Angkor Wat, and discover Thailand’s rich history and sacred temples in Bangkok.

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