Templestay is a cultural program run by many Buddhist temples in South Korea that immerses travelers in the traditions and practices of Korean Buddhism. Artisans of Leisure can arrange visits to temples and overnight temple stays in the countryside as part of our private South Korea tours.
For a wonderfully immersive cultural experience, we arrange for travelers on our private Japan tours to spend the night in a private room at one of the best temple lodges at Koyasan (Mount Koya).
Enchanting Luang Prabang on the banks of the Mekong River in Laos is one of our favorite towns in Southeast Asia for deeply traditional culture, well-preserved historic architecture, gilded Buddhist temples and flavorful cuisine.
Indonesia is an ideal summer holiday destination, featuring incredible scenery, great food, exclusive resorts and fascinating, deeply traditional culture.
Bhutan is an ideal destination for travelers wanting to experience very traditional culture and explore beautiful valleys in the foothills of the Himalayas. Read more about highlights of our private Bhutan tours.
Read about our most recent private tour of Laos, including visiting the best of Luang Prabang and Vientiane. Artisans of Leisure customizes private tours throughout Southeast Asia.