Tour hard. Beach harder. New holidays combine iconic journeys with tropical escapes

Why choose between adventure and relaxation when you can have both in one trip?

Explore Thailand's glittering temples, climb Sri Lanka's ancient rock fortresses or walk the Great Wall of China — then swap it all for a sun-drenched beach, cocktail in hand.

That's the thinking behind Wendy Wu Tours' new Tour & Beach Collection — a series of long-haul holidays designed to combine bucket-list touring experiences with time to properly unwind in some of the world's most beautiful coastal destinations.

To celebrate the launch, Wendy Wu Tours is offering £400 per person savings across all Tour & Beach holidays, valid for bookings made between 5 May and 1 June.

Launching this May, the collection brings together 13 itineraries that seamlessly blend immersive, fully guided touring with carefully chosen beach stays — giving travellers the chance to see more of the world, without returning home needing another holiday to recover.

From the vibrant streets of Bangkok to the soft sands of Phuket, from Sri Lanka's lush tea country to the turquoise waters of the Maldives, and from Japan's cultural heartlands to the tropical shores of Okinawa, each journey has been designed to deliver the perfect mix of discovery and downtime.

At the heart of the collection are three brand-new tours, created from the ground up to combine iconic sights with a spectacular beach finale.

Treasures of Thailand & Phuket Beach – 13 days from £3,990pp
Take in Bangkok's buzzing streets, the historic River Kwai and ancient Ayutthaya before trading temples for turquoise waters in Phuket. A stay at the beachfront Beyond Kata Resort offers the perfect place to slow down and soak it all in.
Best for: First-time visitors wanting culture and coast in one trip

Classic Sri Lanka & Maldives Beach – 14 days from £4,990pp
Discover Sri Lanka's cultural treasures, including the dramatic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and scenic train journeys through tea plantations, before heading to the Maldives for an idyllic island escape. An all-inclusive stay at Sun Siyam Olhuveli adds a luxurious finish.
Best for: Honeymoons and once-in-a-lifetime trips

India Uncovered & Goa Beach – 14 days from £3,190pp
Experience India's vibrant cities and rich culture through immersive local encounters, before unwinding on Goa's golden beaches. The Radisson Blu Resort Goa Cavelossim Beach provides a relaxed coastal contrast to the energy of the tour.
Best for: Culture lovers who want a softer landing at the end

For those looking to go further, longer journeys pair some of Asia's most iconic itineraries with equally enticing beach escapes.

Japan Uncovered & Okinawa Beach – 21 days from £10,090pp
From Kyoto's temples and Hiroshima's history to views of Mount Fuji, this in-depth journey ends with a tropical escape in Okinawa. The beachfront Hotel Nikko Alivila offers a rare blend of Japanese culture and island relaxation.
Best for: Big, immersive journeys with a luxury finish

Gems of China & Hua Hin Beach – 21 days from £5,790pp
Tick off China's most famous sights — including the Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors and a Yangtze River cruise — before heading to Thailand's Hua Hin for a luxury beach stay at the 5-star Wora Bura Resort & Spa.
Best for: Iconic sights paired with a relaxed, high-end finale

What makes these trips stand out is how easy they are. Every element is taken care of — from flights and guided touring to hotel stays and transfers — meaning travellers can enjoy the experience without the stress of planning a complex, multi-stop itinerary.

Wendy Wu, founder of Wendy Wu Tours, said:
“Travel should inspire, excite and restore you in equal measure. With our Tour & Beach Collection, we've created journeys that allow you to fully experience a destination and then take the time to truly relax before returning home.”

The Tour & Beach Collection is available to book from 5 May. For more information, visit wendywutours.co.uk.

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About Wendy Wu Tours
With over two decades of travel experience, Wendy Wu Tours is recognised as market leaders in specialist travel to Asia and South America. The company offers a portfolio of group, private, solo, and tailor-made tours in over 44 countries, covering China, Japan, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Australasia, Europe, and South America. All tours come with a fully inclusive price, with no hidden extras and the best award-winning guides in the business. In addition to all major airport gateways, travellers can fly from many regional airports.

There's no visa hassle with Wendy Wu Tours—our dedicated visa reception team handles everything, and the service is included in the holiday price. With a highly trained team of travel experts who have extensive firsthand knowledge of Wendy Wu Tours' destinations, customers can book with complete confidence and ease.

With ABTA, ATOL, and IATA accreditation, every booking is financially protected, offering peace of mind for all travellers.