Feeling overwhelmed by planning your dream trip to Asia?
You’re not alone! Between endless destination options, TikTok-fuelled FOMO, and constantly seeing “must visit hidden gems”, trip planning can feel like a full-time job. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to do it alone. We’re so obsessed with trip planning we’ve literally turned it into our full-time job! We’ve got your back.
We’ve spent the last 3 years exploring East and Southeast Asia – discovering epic spots, making the mistakes, and finding thousands of amazing places so you don’t have to. Seriously, our Google Maps is just a wall of pins at this point.
Our customised travel planning service isn’t some cookie-cutter itinerary based on what an algorithm thinks you want. We’ll create a trip that’s completely tailored to your vibe, your budget, and your bucket list. With plenty of suggestions for things you didn’t know needed to be on your bucket list, but totally do.
From high-level destination and route planning down to individual attractions and restaurants, we’ve got you covered.
Whether you’re taking a grown-up gap year, a sabbatical, or just a couple of weeks away, we’ll plan a trip that’s 100% you. So you can land in Asia and hit the ground running (or relaxing, if that’s more your speed).
We can provide you with:
Destination inspo: The perfect places that match your travel style
Itinerary advice: From must-see spots to off-the-radar gems… and how to get between them
“Off the beaten track” experiences:Â Because you’re more than just a tourist
 Restaurant, cafe, and bar recommendations: So every snack, sip and meal is a 10/10
 Best times of year to visit: Whether you want to visit in high season or off season, avoid any weather-based surprises (until mamma nature throughs a curveball anyway!)
 Budgeting tips: Make the most of your money (without sacrificing on fun)
 Packing lists: Everything you need… and the things you don’t
 Transport options: The fastest, the cheapest, and the most comfortable aren’t always the same thing – we’ll set you in the best direction
Whatever you’re struggling with, we’ve got you covered.
What happens now?
1. Book your call: After booking, we’ll send you an email to choose a time that suits you best. Check your spam if it doesn’t arrive within 30 minutes.
2. Let’s chat: During your personalised travel planning call, we’ll dive deep into your travel style, budget, and dream experiences. You’ll get on-the-spot advice and we’ll gather everything we need to create your perfect plan.
If you’ve just booked a Travel Planning Call Only but decide while talking to us that you’d like to have a personalised plan too, no problem, you can upgrade on the call.
3. Get your custom travel plan: 7 days after your call, you’ll receive your personalised travel plan packed with recommendations, tips, and everything you need for a seamless, stress-free trip.
FAQs
How far in advance should I book a call?
For longer trips, ideally 3 months before you plan to leave is best (especially if you’re going in high season). That way we can put together a route that makes the most sense and recommend experiences that won’t be fully booked already. BUT we can also chat right up to the day you leave and send your custom travel plan when you’re already abroad.
How long will it take to receive my custom plan?
Your personalised travel plan will be with you within 7 days of finishing the call. If for some reason this won’t be possible we will let you know on the call.
Where can you offer advice for?
We can plan trips to Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Taiwan, China (including Hong Kong), South Korea, and Japan.
Your prices are in GBP. Can I pay in a different currency?
We have a Wise account that can accept payments in USD, EUR, or AUD. If it’s easier for you to pay directly into our bank account, just reach out to us and we’ll send you the account details.
Lucy Smith (verified owner) –
OMG it’s like you stepped inside all my daydreams and brought them to life. You found places and recommended food that I would never have dreamed of going to and certainly wouldn’t have found on my own. Honestly don’t know how to thank you enough for my Thailand/Vietnam trip plan. I know who I’ll be coming to for every trip from now on!!
Response from Katie & Matt, Simbur Travel –
Yayyy we’re so happy that you loved the custom itinerary we put together for you – watching your trip on IG made us wish we were there with you!
Bobby (verified owner) –
I didn’t know where to start with planning my 2 week vacation to Japan and I cannot thank you enough. I don’t know what I really expected but the wealth of information in my custom plan and all those pins on Google Maps totally blew me away! Can’t wait to get to Tokyo and start EATING!!!