How lunar new year is celebrated across Asia plus our picks for how to visit
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With this weekend marking the start of the lunar new year celebrations across parts of Asia and beyond, this week we’re picking some of our favourite tours to this amazing continent. From Vietnam’s imperial cities and amazing landscapes to China’s iconic sights such as the Great Well and the terracotta warriors, Malaysian Borneo’s amazing wildlife to the bustling cities of South Korea, this is a region full of amazing experiences. There’s also the unique cuisines of each country to enjoy. Plus, we share three new year dumpling recipes if you’re planning to celebrate at home.

The Guardian Holidays team

 

Food, firecrackers and family reunions

How lunar new year is celebrated differently across Asia

How lunar new year is celebrated differently across Asia
From the archives: From Taiwan to Vietnam, Malaysia to China, millions of families are gathering to celebrate the start of the new year.

Vietnam adventure - save £100pp

Vietnam adventure - save £100pp
Explore from north to south seeing the highlights of Hanoi, Hoi An, Hue and Ho Chi Minh City and cruising among Ha Long Bay’s limestone cliffs.

 

Pleat, eat, repeat

Three lunar new year dumpling recipes from Rosheen Kaul

Three lunar new year dumpling recipes from Rosheen Kaul
From a gluten-free egg wrap to pot-sticking parcels of pork, these celebratory dumpling recipes invite good fortune and flavour.

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Where will you choose?

Essential China - save £100pp

Essential China - save £100pp
Journey from Beijing to Shanghai on this small group tour exploring iconic sights such as the Great Wall and terracotta warriors and visiting a giant panda research centre.

Grand tour of Malaysia, Borneo and Singapore

Grand tour of Malaysia, Borneo and Singapore
Discover the cultural melting pot of Malaysia, the tropical charms of Borneo and its orangutans and the sci-fi cityscape of Singapore on this new tour.

Vietnam and Cambodia

Vietnam and Cambodia
Combine a comprehensive tour of Vietnam’s many highlights with five nights in Cambodia where you’ll explore the Angkor temples and more.

Discover South Korea <br>- save £100pp

Discover South Korea
- save £100pp

Explore the cultural and culinary delights of South Korea including bustling Seoul, the markets of Busan, the Seoraksan National Park and a visit to the DMZ.

 

Trip of the week

Borneo’s orangutans and rainforest adventure - save up to 10%

Borneo’s orangutans and rainforest adventure - save up to 10%

Discover Malaysian Borneo’s rainforests and coasts on this unforgettable tour including visits to the Sepilok orangutan rehab centre, Kinabalu Park and more… Plus, book by 15 March 2024 and save up to 10% on this classic tour. Prices shown include the discount.

 
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