Covers everything from shopping and entertainment to tea ceremonies and temples Includes suggested itineraries and themed walking tours Day trip information for Nara and Osaka, now in full colour, with pullout map
Lonely Planet Kyoto is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Get a panoramic view of Kyoto at Ginkaku-ji, catch a glimpse of geishas in the Gion district, or seeArashiyama's infinite stalks of bamboo.
Discover BorneoWake deckside to the whoops of gibbons on your orangutan-spotting trip, Tanjung Putting National Park Find out what Queen Elizabeth gave the sultan who had everything at Brunei's lavish Royal Regalia Museum Jostle garrulous crowds at a Kuching market for some nuttle, stir-fried jungle fern In This Guide: First edition, with more research time than any other guide: 110 days in-country, 50 detailed maps, 35 jungle adventures National Parks color section covers where to spot elephants, monkeys and the enormous, pungent rafflesia flowers Specialists discuss local markets, the best Malaysian cuisine, ecotourism and conservation Content updated daily - visit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler insights
The most comprehensive guide to Japan covering the crowded metropolises and secluded islands.
To those who know it well, the Philippines is one of the travel world's best-kept secrets. Use our expert guide to step beyond Manila's bright lights and discover virgin tropical rainforest, idyllic coral-studded seas, spectacular volcanic mountains and ancient rice terraces. Tips on the best folk fiestas, riotous street parades and arts festivals unique accommodation listings, from family-run pensions to luxury villas; special guide to the hottest diving spots; Pilipino language section, with tasty food glossary; 92 detailed maps of towns and regions.
Tokyo's ultra-modern appearance belies a rich cultural heritage. Equally comfortable under neon signs or in a garden shrine, Tokyo's citizens are truly versatile. You'll find this guidebook indispensable in Japan's most cosmopolitan, accepting - and confusing - city. 32 page colour map section, including a subway map ; how to eat and sleep well on any budget ; ideas for free activities including mapped city walks ; cultural tips, from conducting a business meeting to splashing in a sentô ; essential Japanese script throughout.
This edition covers all the countries in the region from Brunei through to Vietnam, from jungles, oceans and volcanoes to modern Singapore and colonial Phnom Penh, including a new chapter on East Timor. It also offers facts, maps and essential safety information.
This travel guide to Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei provides information for visitors of all budgets, including advice on getting there, accommodation, local cuisine, places to visit, language tips, and health and safety.
Tribal longhouses and beach resorts, high-rise shopping centers and tropical rainforests - Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei are diverse countries with stunning scenery, fascinating cultures and endless opportunities for outdoor activities. Featuring expanded chapters on this fully updated guide will help you plan the trip that suits your budget and passions. o More than 80 maps, including color-contoured trekking maps o Full details on the hike up Mt Kinabalu o Excellent rundown of the region's mouth-watering cuisines o Comprehensive coverage of spectacular diving and snorkeling destinations o Hundreds of accommodation listings, from budget dorms to luxurious hideaways o User-friendly Malay language chapter.