Timor-Leste
One of the world's newest and poorest states, though with abundant natural resources, encompassing the eastern side of Timor island.
Cambodia
Still recovering economically from decades of war, though currently relatively safe and easy to travel. Highlights are Siem Reap near the ancient city of Angkor, the capital Phnom Penh and the beachside Sihanoukville.
Brunei
Tiny oil-rich sultanate on the island of Borneo.
Sri Lanka
The pearl of the Orient, has a tropical climate and cultural influences from the rest of South Asia. Has a really interesting historical journey from about 2500 years. Its natural landscape makes it different from the rest and was known as Ceylon in the west.
Pakistan
The first and only country created in the name of Islam, rich in culture and history, varying climates and terrains from hot deserts to snowy mountains, and home of 5 of only 14 8,000-metre mountains on earth, but tourism is suffering due to the unpredictable security situation.
Nepal
Home to Mount Everest, adventure tourism, and extreme hospitality. It is also one of the most diverse and democratic countries in the region.
Maldives
Home to gorgeous beaches, with a culture influenced by India and the Middle East.
India
Considered to be the heart of South Asia. A country of ancient and rich cultural heritage with the Himalayan Mountains in the north, Thar Desert in the west and the Indian Ocean in the south.
Bhutan
The last Shangri-la. A Buddhist-majority country influenced by the Tibetan culture and way of life.
Bangladesh
Majority Muslim nation from the Bengal region and home of beautiful mangroves. Famous for its rivers. Bangladesh is a country where rivers are highway!