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Essential Southeast Asia Encompassed

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Duration31 days

Spend a memorable month exploring Southeast Asia on this 31-day budget tour that starts and ends in Bangkok, staying in hostels and dorm accommodation. Marvel at legendary Angkor Wat at sunrise, cruise the emerald waters of Halong Bay and visit an ethical elephant sanctuary in Thailand. Delve into the dark past of the Khmer Rouge at Tuol Sleng & the Killing Fields, explore Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City and swim under the Kuang Si waterfalls. Stay at a traditional homestay in Chiang Mai, trek into the jungle and enjoy a cycling adventure in Siem Reap, plus so much more.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour overview

Duration31 days
StartsBangkok
EndsBangkok
RangeEssentials
Tour GuideEscorted by a bi-lingual adventure leader
Group SizeMin 3 / Max 24
Minimum age18
DepartsMondays
Hotel RatingHostel dorm accommodation
CountriesCambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam
Arrival TransferNo
Departure TransferNo
Meals includedBreakfast: 20, Lunch: 6, Dinner: 4
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Based on 2 passengers
Passengers
Adults (18+)
Children (0 - 17)
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Shown in CAD
Per person from
$6,615.00
Deposit from
$1,000.00
From
$13,230.00

Tour Highlights

Bangkok - Begin and end your adventure in the Thai capital, with an included tuk-tuk tour of the city
Chiang Mai - Visit an ethical elephant sanctuary, see Wat Doi Suthep, trek into the verdant hills and spend a night at a traditional homestay
Luang Prabang - Swim underneath the Kuang Si waterfalls and opt for a day trip to a local ethno village
Vang Vieng - Enjoy a swim at Blue Lagoon 2 and take an optional bike ride to the Pha Ngern View Point
Hanoi - Discover the notorious Hoa Lo Prison, see Hoan Kiem Lake and enjoy free time in the Vietnamese capital
Halong Bay - Cruise the emerald waters of the bay on an overnight trip, with time for swimming and kayaking
Phong Na - Cycle to Bong Lai village and enjoy an optional visit to the vast cave systems, including Paradise Cave and Dark Cave
Hoi An - Craft traditional lanterns at a hands on workshop and see the Japanese Bridge and other highlights on a walking tour
Ho Chi Minh City - Explore the former capital of South Vietnam on a guided tour and opt to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels
Phnom Penh - Join a walking tour of the Cambodian capital and delve into Cambodia's dark past at Tuol Sleng and the Killing Fields
Sihanoukville - Camp out on the beach, enjoy sunset cocktails, trek to Clearwater Bay and take an island day trip
Siem Reap - Marvel at legendary Angkor Wat, as you visit Cambodia's most famous monument at sunrise

Included

20 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 4 dinners
24 nights hostel dorm rooms (room upgrade available on request) & 1 night homestay in Chiang Mai
1 overnight train from Bangkok - Chiang Mai
1 overnight cruise at Halong Bay
3 overnight buses from Halong Bay - Phnong Na, Phong Na - Hoi An & Sihanoukville - Siem Reap
All relevant transportation as per itinerary - mix of private & public transport
1 economy class flight Da Nang - Ho Chi Minh City
Escorted by a bi-lingual adventure leader (you may not have the same tour leader for the whole tour)
Guided sightseeing in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh & Siem Reap
Entrance fees to all included sites
Dinner & tuk-tuk tour in Bangkok
Elephant sanctuary visit in Chiang Mai
Homestay in a local hill tribe village in Chiang Mai & jungle trek
Monk chat & Wat Doi Suthep Temple by songthaew
Kuangsi Falls visit in Luang Prabang
Blue Lagoon 2 visit in Vang Vieng
Hoa Lo Prison visit in Hanoi
Halong Bay overnight cruise with swimming and kayaking
Bike ride to Bong Lai Village
Lantern-making workshop in Hoi An
Karaoke in Ho Chi Minh City
S21 prison & Killing Fields tour in Phnom Penh
Island day trip with Clearwater Bay trek, island camping (seasonal) and opportunity to swim with plankton at Koh Rong Sanloem
Cycle through Lotus Fields in Siem Reap
Sunrise at Angkor Wat
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Airport transfers
Optional activities