Our Story

Where It All Began

A journey that started with a love for Asia and became a lifelong mission to share its authentic beauty with travellers everywhere.

Our Journey

The Tailored Asia Tours Story

How a passion for Asia's cultures, landscapes, and people became a mission to share authentic travel experiences with the world.

Angkor Wat temple at sunrise

A Love Letter to Asia

It started with a single trip that changed everything. Standing in a rice terrace in Bali at sunrise, watching monks collect alms in Luang Prabang, tasting pho from a street vendor in Hanoi — these moments weren't just holidays. They were revelations.

Over the following decade, our founding team lived across Southeast Asia, forming deep friendships with local guides, hoteliers, and communities. We discovered hidden temples that tourists never find, family-run restaurants serving the most extraordinary food, and villages where traditions have been preserved for centuries.

Tailored Asia Tours was born from a simple belief: that the best way to experience Asia is through the eyes and hearts of the people who call it home. Every itinerary we create reflects this philosophy — authentic, personal, and designed to create moments that stay with you forever.

“We founded Tailored Asia Tours because we believe every traveller deserves to experience Asia the way we did — not as tourists, but as welcomed guests.”

— The Tailored Asia Tours Team

Milestones

Our Journey So Far

From a dream born in the rice terraces of Bali to a trusted travel company serving travellers across the UK and beyond.

2018

The Spark

After a decade of living and travelling across Southeast Asia, our founding team returned to the UK with a dream: to share the authentic beauty of Asia with fellow travellers who crave more than the ordinary.

2019

Tailored Asia Tours is Born

Tailored Asia Tours launched in the United Kingdom with a focus on tailor-made journeys to Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. Our very first clients experienced the magic of truly personalised Asian travel.

2020

Building Connections

While the world paused, we deepened our relationships with local partners across Asia, ensuring that when travel resumed, our network would be stronger than ever.

2022

Expanding Horizons

Tailored Asia Tours expanded to cover 8 destinations including Japan, Malaysia & Borneo, Singapore, Cambodia, and Laos. The team grew with passionate Asia specialists joining the mission.

2024

Trusted Specialists

With hundreds of happy travellers and glowing reviews, Tailored Asia Tours is now recognised as a trusted specialist for bespoke Asian travel. Our commitment to authentic, responsible tourism remains at our core.

Let Us Write Your Story

Every great adventure starts with a dream. Share yours with us and we will craft an Asian journey you will never forget.