Hi Errigal
Not been on the site recently. Work and festive prep taking priority. My E Asian plans may have to wait a few years until I am free from work but plan to take 6 months out in 3 years to grab a round the World ticket and catch up with friends and relatives scattered across several continents.
I love the idea and traveling out and pottering back especially using suitable transport - mine would be a VW camper for preference.

We travelled in Turkey years ago, admitedly using busses. Very hot, remarkably civilised and friendly. There are strict codes - partly in how they treat women. Away from the tourist hot spots you will be treated with courtesy and respect.