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Start Here: Planning Your First Trip to Asia

Welcome to First Trip Asia.

If this is your first time traveling to Asia,
this site is designed to make your trip simple, safe, and stress-free.

Many first-time travelers feel overwhelmed by:

  • Complicated transportation from the airport

  • Choosing the right area to stay

  • Planning a realistic day-by-day itinerary

This site focuses only on what actually matters for your first trip.


What You’ll Find on First Trip Asia

Every guide on this site follows the same simple structure:

  • How to get from the airport to the city

  • Where to stay (one recommended area)

  • A clear, realistic itinerary

  • Easy transportation options

No packed schedules.
No confusing routes.
No unnecessary details.


Who This Site Is For

First Trip Asia is for:

  • American travelers visiting Asia for the first time

  • Travelers who want easy transportation

  • Travelers who prefer English-friendly options

  • Travelers who want to book transportation and hotels in advance

If you’re looking for hidden spots or backpacker-only tips,
this site may not be the best fit.


Start with an Airport-to-City Guide

For most first-time travelers, the hardest part is arrival day.

Start with one of these guides to get from the airport to your hotel easily:

πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Japan

  • Kansai Airport to Osaka Transportation Guide

  • Narita Airport to Tokyo Transportation Guide

πŸ‡°πŸ‡· South Korea

  • Incheon Airport to Seoul Transportation Guide

πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡­ Thailand

  • Bangkok Airport to City Center Guide

  • Phuket Airport to Hotel Transfers

πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡Ό Taiwan

  • Taoyuan Airport to Taipei Transportation Guide

πŸ‡»πŸ‡³ Vietnam

  • Hanoi Airport to Old Quarter Guide

πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬ Singapore

  • Changi Airport to City Center Guide


Then Choose a Simple Itinerary

Once transportation is sorted, planning becomes much easier.

Most first-time visitors do best with:

  • 3-day itineraries for one city

  • 4-day itineraries if including a short day trip

Each itinerary is written to avoid rushing and long travel days.


How This Site Is Supported

Some guides on First Trip Asia contain affiliate links.
If you book through these links, the site may earn a small commission
at no extra cost to you.

We only include links that help simplify your trip.


How to Use This Site (Recommended Order)

  1. Read the airport transportation guide for your destination

  2. Choose one itinerary that fits your trip length

  3. Book transportation and accommodation in advance

  4. Enjoy your first trip to Asia with confidence


Ready to Start?

Choose your destination from the menu above
and begin planning your first trip to Asia.

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