Question 1

Why do a culture tour with INTRO

Accepted Answer

Learning to cook delicious local cuisines in Asia, staying in a 1000 year old buddhist temple in Japan, and seeing ancient mayan ruins in Mexico are just some of the incredible cultural activities we include on our INTRO tours!

Discover South East Asia, Japan, Mexico, South Africa and more as you join a tour in one of our incredible culture-filled destinations. Travelling to these beautiful countries is absolutely incredible, and joining one of our group tours is the best way to experience it. Whether you’re on a short holiday, starting a gap year or anything in between we’ll show you some of the best cultural destinations in the world with some great new friends.

Question 2

What are some cultural activities I should try?

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Do a local cooking class in Bali, Thailand, Vietnam or Japan.

Learn how to basket weave in Bali

Visit ancient temples in Thailand

Fish for crabs on a traditional basket boat in Vietnam

Tour the S21 Prison & Killing Fields in Cambodia

Stay overnight in a Buddhist Temple in Japan

See ancient Mayan ruins in Mexico

Question 3

Are there local guides on the culture-based tours?

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We include local guides in all our cultural tours so you get real first hand experience, as well as supporting local businesses, and giving back where we can. Combine this with local leaders in many of our destinations and you'll always have an opportunity for unique local cultural knowledge, recommendations and activities!

Question 4

Where should I travel for the best local food?

Accepted Answer

There are so many incredible local cuisines we recommend trying on your travels, but here are some of our favourites:

Thailand: Renowned for its vibrant street food scene, Thai cuisine offers a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. Try dishes like Pad Thai, Tom Yum, and green curry on our Thailand tours.

Japan: Japanese cuisine is incredible for those that love fresh and local ingredients. Try dishes like sushi, sashimi, ramen, and more on our Japan Adventure tours.

Mexico: The vibrant street markets are renowned for incredible local eats! Try dishes like tacos, Chilaquiles, enchiladas and more on our Viva Mexico tour.

Vietnam: Vietnamese cuisine is known for its fresh and aromatic dishes. Try Pho, Banh Mi, Spring Rolls and more on our Vietnam Intro & Experience tours.

India: Experience the tastiest curries on earth in India, where the depth of flavour from dozens of hours of countless spices simmering away will blow your mind. You'll experience this and far more on our India Experience tour

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