Itinerary
- Day 1
Bangkok
Your driver will be waiting at Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang International Airport with a name sign. You can take things easy, wander through the day markets, or just rest up at your accommodation. By evening, head out for dinner and drinks at a local favorite spot to get a feel for Bangkok's energy.
Optional Activities
- Explore Bangkok day markets
- Rest or freshen up at accommodation
- Days 2 - 3
Bangkok
Start by visiting a local temple, then dive into Bangkok's back alleys where you'll find incredible street food. Hop around the city in a Tuk Tuk to see different neighborhoods. Later, try a traditional Thai massage to unwind, then head to Khao San Road for the nightlife scene. The following day, you'll cruise down the River of Kings to check out ancient temples and local markets before boarding the night train to Khao Sok.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit local temple
- Bangkok back alley street food tour
- Tuk Tuk ride through Bangkok
- Traditional Thai massage
- River cruise to Wat Arun
- Wang Lang Market visit
- Overnight train from Bangkok to Khao Sok National Park
Optional Activities
- Explore Khao San Road nightlife
- Beer buckets at Khao San Road
Landmarks/POIs Wat Arun Khao San Road Wang Lang Market - Day 4
Khao Sok National Park
Wake up at Cheow Lan Lake surrounded by one of the world's oldest evergreen rainforests. You'll stay in floating bungalows where you can relax in a tube or paddle kayaks around the water. In the afternoon, keep an eye out for wildlife and listen to the sounds of the jungle. It's a peaceful place to slow down and take in nature.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Stay in floating bungalows at Cheow Lan Lake
- Tubing on Cheow Lan Lake
- Kayaking on Cheow Lan Lake
- Wildlife spotting opportunities
Landmarks/POIs Cheow Lan Lake Khao Sok National Park - Days 5 - 6
Krabi & Railay Beach
Leave the jungle and head toward the white sandy beaches of southern Thailand. In Krabi, hike up to Tiger Cave viewpoint where you'll get nice views and probably encounter some playful monkeys. The next day, spend time at the rooftop pool before jumping on a longtail boat to Railay Beach, where you'll see tall limestone cliffs and clear water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch
Included Activities
- Tiger Cave Temple viewpoint climb
- Railay Beach and Phra Nang Beach longtail boat trip
Landmarks/POIs Tiger Cave Temple Railay Beach Phra Nang Beach - Days 7 - 9
Phi Phi Islands
Spend several days exploring the Phi Phi Islands by hopping between different spots. You'll snorkel in clear waters, watch sunsets from the beach, and can join optional beach parties with fire shows if that's your thing. There's also time to relax by the pool, visit the Phi Phi viewpoint, or try scuba diving at your own pace during the days here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Island hopping boat trip to Phi Phi Islands
- Snorkelling in turquoise lagoons
- Monkey Beach visit
- Phi Phi viewpoint
Optional Activities
- Beach party with fire show
- Scuba diving
Landmarks/POIs Phi Phi Islands Monkey Beach - Days 10 - 11
Chiang Mai
A domestic flight takes you to Chiang Mai, where mountains and jungle surround the city. After you arrive and settle in, check out the bustling night market for local food. The next day, venture into the jungle to visit Thailand's sacred elephants at an ethical sanctuary, then explore Chiang Mai's historic Old Town with a local guide showing you around.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from southern Thailand to Chiang Mai
- Night market food exploration
- Elephant sanctuary visit with hand feeding
- Chiang Mai Old Town walking tour with local guide
Landmarks/POIs Chiang Mai Old Town - Days 12 - 13
Pai
Travel to Pai, a laid-back town known for its hippie vibes and friendly locals. Soak in natural hot springs, try a beginner's Muay Thai session, walk across the Instagram-famous bamboo bridge, and hang out with other backpackers at Pai Canyon to watch the sunset.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Natural hot springs
- Beginner's Muay Thai class
- Bamboo bridge walk
- Pai Canyon sunset visit
Landmarks/POIs Pai Canyon - Day 14
Chiang Mai
Head back to Chiang Mai from Pai. After relaxing a bit, you'll take an authentic Thai cooking class with local friends who'll teach you how to prepare traditional dishes. The evening is for catching up with people you've met and sharing stories from the trip so far.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Cooking class meal)
Included Activities
- Authentic Thai cooking class
- Days 15 - 16
Chiang Mai to Hanoi
If you're continuing on, catch a connecting flight from Chiang Mai to Hanoi with a night to settle in beforehand. You can use this time to explore Hanoi, rest up, or prepare to meet your new group for the Vietnam and Cambodia portion. Airport pickup is arranged for you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit War Remnants Museum
- Explore Temple of Literature
- Watch traditional Water Puppet show
- Visit Vietnamese Women's Museum
- Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple
Landmarks/POIs Hoan Kiem Lake Ngoc Son Temple War Remnants Museum Temple of Literature Vietnamese Women's Museum - Day 17
Hanoi
Walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter to experience the city's vibrant culture and local food scene. Check out cool spots, try local dishes, and finish the day on three-wheeled rickshaws. Hit Beer Street in the evening for an authentic Hanoi nightlife experience, though they serve other drinks too if beer isn't your thing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Locally guided Old Quarter city orientation
- Rickshaw ride in the Old Quarter
- Try egg coffee
Optional Activities
- Explore Hanoi's nightlife on Beer Street
Landmarks/POIs Hanoi Old Quarter - Day 18
Halong Bay
Cruise through Halong Bay, one of the world's natural wonders, with over 1,900 limestone islands shaped over millions of years. You'll travel on a traditional junk boat and have lunch while taking in the views as you sail. After you drop anchor, explore by kayak and watch the sunset with drinks as the day winds down.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with a view), Dinner
Included Activities
- Arrival at Halong Bay
- Overnight cruise in traditional junk boat
- Lunch with a view while sailing
- Kayaking exploration
- Sundowner drinks
Landmarks/POIs Halong Bay - Days 19 - 20
Ninh Binh, Tam Coc
Head to Tam Coc in Ninh Binh, the filming location for the King Kong movie 'Skull Island'. You'll meet local friends and share a family-style dinner with rice wine. The next day, cycle through countryside, paddle on traditional boats, and hike to Dragon Laying Mountain for 360-degree views of the valleys. After that, you'll catch an overnight train heading south to Hoi An.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Family-style dinner with local friends and rice wine), Dinner
Included Activities
- Tai Chi session
- Local fishing village visit
- Bicycle exploration of Tam Coc countryside
- Traditional paddle boat cruise through Tam Coc
- Dragon Laying Mountain hike with viewpoint
- Family-style dinner with local friends and rice wine
- Overnight train from Ninh Binh to Hoi An
Landmarks/POIs Tam Coc Dragon Laying Mountain - Days 21 - 22
Hoi An
Arrive in charming Hoi An just in time for lunch. Grab a famous Banh Mi sandwich, pick up a colorful shirt for a fun night out, and walk the lantern-lit streets. Over the next couple of days, relax at brunch cafes, visit tailor shops, bike to a nearby beach about 15 minutes away, tour a local farm and cooking school, and try traditional basket boat rides through coconut groves.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch (Cooking class meal)
Included Activities
- Cooking class
- Traditional basket boat ride through coconut groves
- Local farm visit
Optional Activities
- Beach visit (15-minute bike ride)
- Tailor shop visits
- Brunch at cafes
- Explore lantern-lit streets
Landmarks/POIs Hoi An Ancient Town - Days 23 - 24
Hai Van Pass to Ho Chi Minh
Travel along the Hai Van Pass, one of Vietnam's most iconic routes with beautiful mountain views and a lunch stop at a popular spot. You might cool off at a seasonal waterfall if conditions allow. Then head to Ho Chi Minh City. Over these days, you'll have time at brunch cafes, tailor shops, beaches, a cooking class, basket boat rides through coconut groves, and a lantern-making class.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch (Cooking class meal)
Included Activities
- Hai Van Pass road trip
- Waterfall visit (seasonal)
- Cooking class
- Lantern-making class
- Traditional basket boat experience
Optional Activities
- Explore Ho Chi Minh City
Landmarks/POIs Hai Van Pass - Days 25 - 26
Phnom Penh
After one last bowl of noodles in Vietnam, cross into Cambodia and arrive in Phnom Penh. Visit the iconic Wat Phnom hilltop temple, explore the night markets with locals, and learn about Cambodia's recent history from a local guide. Visit S21 Prison and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, which are somber but important places that show what this nation has endured.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Cross border from Vietnam to Cambodia
- Wat Phnom temple visit
- Phnom Penh night market visit
- S21 Prison guided tour
- Killing Fields of Choeung Ek guided tour
Landmarks/POIs Wat Phnom S21 Prison Killing Fields of Choeung Ek - Days 27 - 28
Siem Reap
Arrive in Siem Reap, your gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Angkor Wat. First, explore the rural countryside to see traditional Khmer life. Early the next morning, wake up to watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat, one of the world's most iconic temples. You'll zip around the temple complex in rickshaws, taking in the history and beauty at every turn. Finish with a farewell dinner at a local spot and a final night out on famous Pub Street.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Rural countryside tour around Siem Reap
- Angkor Wat sunrise viewing
- Rickshaw temple complex tour
- Farewell dinner at local restaurant
Optional Activities
- Explore Pub Street nightlife
Landmarks/POIs Angkor Wat - Day 29
Siem Reap
It's checkout day and time to say goodbye after 29 days across Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Share breakfast and reminisce about everything you've seen and done. The tour ends in Siem Reap with no scheduled activities, so you can leave whenever works best for your journey home or next destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extend stay in Battambang
- Visit Phare circus performance
- Hot air balloon ride over Angkor Wat
- Explore floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake
- Visit Banteay Srei temple
- Traditional Khmer massage
