The Best International Student Recruitment Tours in Asia.
500+ universities trust AEO Tour to connect them with the best international students across East & Southeast Asia. Trusted. Proven. Since 1986.
- Hong Kong Add-On: August 30 – September 1
- East Asia Tour: September 1–12 · Taiwan · South Korea · Japan
- Brunei Add-On: September 13–14
- Thailand Add-On: September 20–22
- SE Asia Pt. 1: September 22 – October 3 · Malaysia · Vietnam
- SE Asia Pt. 2: October 4–10 · Cambodia · Singapore · Philippines
AEO would have their own wing in the Hall of Fame for international recruitment tours. Flawlessly organized, packed with meaningful connections.
I walked away with a 1000% increase in student engagement. Ben took great care of 20+ people across three weeks — no small feat!
Ben's leadership was invaluable navigating us through a typhoon while maintaining the mission of the trip.
AEO Tour and Ben Wilkey are my new top benchmarks for recruiting international students in Southeast Asia.
AEO Tour is absolutely phenomenal! Ben's heart, soul, and passion shine through. His planning made the experience seamless and highly productive.
The tour gave us access to far more high-quality international schools than I ever could have coordinated on my own.
I've participated in both the SE Asia and East Asia tours. Ben builds great relationships with counselors and creates a welcoming atmosphere.
I've been traveling with AEO for over 20 years and they always live up to expectations. Ben is a fantastic leader who keeps everything moving smoothly.
42 schools across Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan in 12 days. One of the most efficient ways to connect with counselors in Asia.
Ben goes above and beyond with clear communication, well-planned itineraries, and educational insights. Proud to travel with AEO for over a decade.
10/10 recommend! As hectic as international recruitment can be, I can always rest assured that AEO Tour has our best interest at heart.
Ben always found time to see a culturally significant place. Group dinners with counselors are a fabulous highlight.
When unforeseen traffic caused our group to miss a flight, Ben was quick to find solutions. Truly passionate about the work.
AEO Tour is simply the best. Not only was the tour productive, but it was also a lot of fun. Ben creates a family atmosphere.
The AEO tour was by far the most productive recruiting trip I have ever undertaken. I was amazed at the large number of students at each fair.
After participating in the AEO Tour, we more than doubled our International Undergraduate numbers. Nobody knows Southeast Asia like AEO Tour.
Ben personally brings students to your table when he feels they'd be a good fit. The AEO team truly cares about uplift for participants.
One of the most well-organized university tours I've ever joined. Ben's professionalism and strong relationships in each country are remarkable.
At least three visits per day plus counselor dinners in every country. Ben did an outstanding job — organized, supportive, and consistently professional.
After joining the tour, it really was like family — everyone so welcoming and caring. That synergy was possible because of Ben Wilkey.
The AEO Tour Difference
No other tour spends the same time and attention to detail that AEO does. Every tour is led by Ben Wilkey — a former international recruiter who has lived in Asia, not just another rep. We personally visit every school before every tour.
Expert Tour Leadership
Ben has lived in Korea, recruited for a US university, and attended AEO tours as a participant before leading them. He knows every school, counselor, and shortcut in the region.
Unmatched Pre-Tour Prep
Before each tour, we personally visit every school, confirm attendance, and distribute your brochures to hundreds of students and counselors — so they know you before you arrive.
A Community, Not Just a Tour
Every AEO group becomes a family. Counselor dinners, group excursions, and nightly activities create lifelong professional friendships alongside excellent recruitment results.
Maximum ROI, Minimum Risk
30–50% lower pricing than competitors, free student lead acquisition included, and full flexibility to customize. Your budget works harder on an AEO Tour than anywhere else.
AEO Tour gives back — last fall, we awarded $22,000 in scholarships to international students pursuing their dreams of studying in the USA.
Customized for Every Institution
Transportation
All ground transportation and inter-Asia flights are included for full tour participants. Get to the first hotel and we handle everything else — or arrange your own travel and we'll coordinate seamlessly.
Hotel Accommodations
Full tour includes deluxe hotels and buffet breakfasts in every city, most with club lounge access. Prefer your own hotels? We share our complete hotel list so you can book independently.
Group Activities & Dinners
Every AEO Tour group becomes a family. Nightly activities, counselor dinners in each country, island excursions, theme parks, and cultural experiences — you'll leave with memories that last a lifetime.
Numbers from Our Spring 2026 SE Asia Tours
Trusted by 500+ Institutions
AEO Tour is absolutely phenomenal! Ben's heart, soul, and passion shine through in everything he does. His attention to detail, careful planning, and strong leadership made the entire experience seamless and highly productive.
If there were a Hall of Fame for international recruitment tours, AEO would have their own wing! Flawlessly organized, packed with meaningful connections, and full of legitimate fun. Ben is a community builder, logistics wizard, and support counselor all rolled into one.
Ben's leadership was invaluable while navigating us through a typhoon while also maintaining the mission of the trip. The itinerary was well organized with built-in rest time. I would recommend this company to anyone interested in international higher education recruitment!
The tour gave us access to far more high-quality international schools than I ever could have coordinated on my own. Ben was energetic, positive, and genuinely invested in making sure everything ran smoothly.
I walked away from this tour with probably a 1000% increase in student engagement. Ben took great care of the group and made sure everyone was fed and looked after each day — which for a three-week trip with 20+ people is no small feat!
AEO Tour and Ben Wilkey are my new top benchmarks for recruiting international students, increasing brand recognition and overall presence in Southeast Asia. Extremely well organized, professional, competitive pricing, and a fun experience.
I've participated in both the Southeast Asia and East Asia tours and was very impressed by both. Ben builds great relationships with high school counselors, leading to successful school visits and wonderful counselor dinners in each country.
I've been traveling with AEO for over 20 years and they always live up to expectations. The level of professionalism and quality of contacts with students and counselors is what keeps me coming back. Ben is a fantastic leader.
Over 42 schools across Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan in about 12 days. If your goal is to connect with high school counselors in a short amount of time, this tour is one of the most efficient ways to do it.
AEO continues to provide universities with full-day, well-scheduled visits to international schools overseas. Ben goes above and beyond with clear communication, well-planned itineraries, and educational insights for each region.
Ben does a phenomenal job at scheduling and coordinating visits and travel, and ensures reps are taken care of throughout the day. As hectic as international recruitment can be, I can always rest assured that AEO Tour has our best interest at heart. 10/10!
The AEO Tour is so well organized and professionally run. Ben always found time to see a culturally significant place in each city. Group dinners with counselors are definitely a highlight — a fabulous way to connect with colleagues.
My first international recruiting tour was with AEO Tour! Ben does an excellent job managing logistics. When unforeseen traffic caused our group to miss a flight, Ben was quick to find solutions immediately. Truly passionate about the work.
AEO Tour is simply the best. Not only was the tour productive, but it was also a lot of fun. Ben creates a family atmosphere that makes every day a pleasure. If you are recruiting in Southeast Asia or East Asia, there is no better choice than AEO.
The AEO tour was by far the most productive recruiting trip I have ever undertaken. I was amazed at the extraordinarily large number of students attending each fair, and impressed by the quality of prospects I met.
After participating in the AEO Tour, we more than doubled our International Undergraduate numbers. Countries in Southeast Asia are flowing with students who want to study in the United States, and nobody knows Southeast Asia like AEO Tour.
Ben personally engages with students and counselors to help them make university connections. On more than one occasion, he brought students to my table when he felt they'd be a good fit. The AEO team truly cares.
One of the most well-organized and collaborative university tours I've ever joined — a truly valuable experience for both institutions and students. Ben's professionalism and the strong relationships he has built in each country are remarkable.
At least three visits per day plus counselor dinners in every country — the tour provided incredible value. Ben did an outstanding job — organized, supportive, and consistently ensured everything ran smoothly. Highly recommend AEO.
After joining the tour, it really was like family — everyone so welcoming and caring. That synergy was possible because of the one leading it: Ben Wilkey. I would love to join again for future recruiting!
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