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Travel suggestion The best of Indochina

Home - Bangkok - Siem Reap - Phnom Penh - Koh Rong - Ho Chi Minh City - Hanoi - Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang - Chiang Mai - Bangkok - Khao Sok National Park - Koh Pha Ngan - Phuket - Home

This itinerary is just a suggestion and can be customised to suit your unique travel plans. Make it longer, make it shorter. Add in the things you want to do. Get in touch with our travel experts to turn this itinerary into your dream trip.

Bangkok Start this epic journey the right way

You start this journey by flying to Bangkok. If you want, you can opt in for a few nights on your own and take in the sights and experience this bustling city firsthand. A HOT tip is taking the river boat express! “Bangkokians” use the river boat for commuting, but you should use it for exploration. By doing the conventional “taxi-ride” you’ll be sitting really low, and you’ll only get to see what’s right in front of you. On the express boat, you’re out in the open with the wind in your hair, the city rising in front of you all while seeing how people live at and with the river. The express river boat is fast but also really relaxed, giving you the opportunity to become a part of the daily life! It’s also super cheap. What you should ai...

Cambodia See Angkor Wat at sunrise

After a good night’s sleep it’s time to cross the border into Cambodia and arrive in Siem Reap. You’ll arrive in time to enjoy a delicious Khmer meal. Next morning get ready for the incredible temple complex of Angkor Wat. You could spend days here trying to see it all! You and your travel buddies will be traveling on to Phnom Penh to learn about Cambodia's sombre history. You can add activities to learn more about what the people have gone through with a visit to the Tuol Sleng Prison and the Killing Fields. Or venture out to the Silver Pagoda or Royal Palace for a more peaceful experience. Bring your swimming gear, because you'll be visiting some of the nicest beaches that Cambodia has to offer. You’ll travel to Sihanoukville and board ...

Vietnam HO CHI MINH CITY

From Chombok in Cambodia, you’ll travel across the border into wonderful Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh City (or 'HCMC' for short). You’ll have one final evening with your group, before saying your goodbyes to meet a new gang of travellers. Because there’s a new adventure waiting for you in Ho Chi Minh City, taking you all the way up the coast to Hanoi.

You'll have three days to enjoy HCMC at your own pace. You could visit the Cu Chi Tunnels or explore the Mekong Delta by boat, or sample the local street food on a motorbike tour. The choice is yours.

Vietnam FROM HO CHI MINH CITY TO HANOI

To get you from the south of Vietnam to the north, you've got a 16-day accommodation and transportation package taking you from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi. You'll have time to enjoy Vietnam's best coastal towns, including Hoi An, Hué, Nha Trang and Dalat on the way to the capital. The transportation varies - some stretches might be by bus and some by train. This is a great way to explore Vietnam without the hassle of organising where to stay or how to get from A to B - that's all sorted for you!

Vietnam ENJOY HANOI FOR A FEW DAYS

Hanoi is a city that's young at heart and it’s crawling with students from all over Vietnam. When night falls, the small narrow streets become packed with colourful plastic chairs, especially around the street corners. That’s where the young people gather, eat sunflower seeds and drink local draft beer and chat while people-watching. Take a seat and join the pack. It’s the best way of making new local friends.

If you feel adventurous you can opt in for either a sailing trip in Halong Bay or some trekking in the Sapa region. Or both if you have extra time on your hands? We can help either way, so just let us know what you want to do.

Jump on the plane from Hanoi to Vientiane, where your next group trip starts.

Laos to Thailand Group trip from Vientiane to Bangkok

Once you have arrived in Vientiane it's time to meet with your new group with whom you will spend the next 2 weeks. This group trip will leave you in awe. Laos and the Northern part of Thailand will be spoiling you with jaw-dropping nature experiences from start to end. You will pass by Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang and into the Northern Thailand by boat.

Continue to Chiang Mai before taking the night train to Bangkok with the rest of the group. Here you'll say goodbye to this group and hello to your new travel buddies.

Thailand Group trip from Bangkok to Koh Pha Ngan

It's time to explore the South of Thailand with all the national parks and beaches. You'll do the first 9 days with your new group of travel buddies which will take you all the way from Bangkok, through the stunning Khao Sok National Park and all the way to Koh Pha Ngan where you can expect a vibrant beach and night life. This trip will make a perfect start to your South Thailand adventure.

Thailand Explore the rest of South Thailand on your own

The rest of this itinerary is up to you, but we recommend that you visit both Koh Samui and Koh Tao when you're on the Eastern part of South Thailand. Perhaps you want to learn to dive in Koh Tao?

Continue to the Western side where you can visit Koh Phi Phi before ending your trip in Phuket where we have booked your flights home from. If this trip is not enough and you want more, just let us know and we will tailor the experience to your needs.

View the full itinerary as a list

Recommended duration

7-8 weeks

Start/End

Bangkok/Phuket

Travel type

Backpacking

Inclusions

Flights & adventure tours

Book this itinerary
Experience the highlights of Southeast Asia on this six-week adventure through Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. Start in the pulsating capital of Bangkok and end on the tropical beaches of Koh Pha Ngan with ancient temples, hill tribe treks and beautiful karst mountains along the way.

 

Encounter history, both ancient and modern, awe inspiring monuments, lush jungles, and white sandy beaches. Push through hectic city lanes and tap into the pulsing nightlife. Your transportation and some activities are covered, so you can just enjoy the ride. A major part of this itinerary is different group trips with other young travelers, so you can be sure that you’ll have a good time! If you want to do it yourself, fear not - we can help you with that as well.

You can make this travel a part of a longer backpacking trip or just take a month off to explore the beauty of Southeast Asia.

*From price per person based on two people travelling together

What's included
  • Return flights to Thailand from the UK
  • 10-day group adventure tour from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City via Cambodia
  • 16-day accommodation and transport package from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
  • Flight from Hanoi to Vientiane
  • 14-day group adventure tour from Laos to Bangkok
  • 9-day group trip from Bangkok to Koh Pha Ngan
  • Booking fees
  • Your own travel specialist
What's not included
  • Travel insurance (but we can help you with that)
  • Vaccinations (ask us about our discount with Nomad Travel)
  • Meals (other than those included in the adventure tours)
  • Optional activities

Travel suggestion The best of Indochina

Home - Bangkok - Siem Reap - Phnom Penh - Koh Rong - Ho Chi Minh City - Hanoi - Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang - Chiang Mai - Bangkok - Khao Sok National Park - Koh Pha Ngan - Phuket - Home

This itinerary is just a suggestion and can be customised to suit your unique travel plans. Make it longer, make it shorter. Add in the things you want to do. Get in touch with our travel experts to turn this itinerary into your dream trip.

Bangkok Start this epic journey the right way

You start this journey by flying to Bangkok. If you want, you can opt in for a few nights on your own and take in the sights and experience this bustling city firsthand.

A HOT tip is taking the river boat express! “Bangkokians” use the river boat for commuting, but you should use it for exploration. By doing the conventional “taxi-ride” you’ll be sitting really low, and you’ll only get to see what’s right in front of you. On the express boat, you’re out in the open with the wind in your hair, the city rising in front of you all while seeing how people live at and with the river. The express river boat is fast but also really relaxed, giving you the opportunity to become a part of the daily life! It’s also super cheap. What you should aim for is to get a seat at the back of the boat in the open space.

You’ll meet up with the rest of your crew in Bangkok before travelling through Cambodia to Ho Chi Minh City!

Cambodia See Angkor Wat at sunrise

After a good night’s sleep it’s time to cross the border into Cambodia and arrive in Siem Reap. You’ll arrive in time to enjoy a delicious Khmer meal. Next morning get ready for the incredible temple complex of Angkor Wat. You could spend days here trying to see it all!

You and your travel buddies will be traveling on to Phnom Penh to learn about Cambodia's sombre history. You can add activities to learn more about what the people have gone through with a visit to the Tuol Sleng Prison and the Killing Fields. Or venture out to the Silver Pagoda or Royal Palace for a more peaceful experience.

Bring your swimming gear, because you'll be visiting some of the nicest beaches that Cambodia has to offer. You’ll travel to Sihanoukville and board a boat to your own private beach on Koh Rong island.

Next up is a homestay in Chambok Village where you’ll get to know the local people over a delicious Cambodian home cooked meal.

Vietnam HO CHI MINH CITY

From Chombok in Cambodia, you’ll travel across the border into wonderful Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh City (or 'HCMC' for short). You’ll have one final evening with your group, before saying your goodbyes to meet a new gang of travellers. Because there’s a new adventure waiting for you in Ho Chi Minh City, taking you all the way up the coast to Hanoi.

You'll have three days to enjoy HCMC at your own pace. You could visit the Cu Chi Tunnels or explore the Mekong Delta by boat, or sample the local street food on a motorbike tour. The choice is yours.

Vietnam FROM HO CHI MINH CITY TO HANOI

To get you from the south of Vietnam to the north, you've got a 16-day accommodation and transportation package taking you from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi. You'll have time to enjoy Vietnam's best coastal towns, including Hoi An, Hué, Nha Trang and Dalat on the way to the capital. The transportation varies - some stretches might be by bus and some by train. This is a great way to explore Vietnam without the hassle of organising where to stay or how to get from A to B - that's all sorted for you!

Vietnam ENJOY HANOI FOR A FEW DAYS

Hanoi is a city that's young at heart and it’s crawling with students from all over Vietnam. When night falls, the small narrow streets become packed with colourful plastic chairs, especially around the street corners. That’s where the young people gather, eat sunflower seeds and drink local draft beer and chat while people-watching. Take a seat and join the pack. It’s the best way of making new local friends.

If you feel adventurous you can opt in for either a sailing trip in Halong Bay or some trekking in the Sapa region. Or both if you have extra time on your hands? We can help either way, so just let us know what you want to do.

Jump on the plane from Hanoi to Vientiane, where your next group trip starts.

Laos to Thailand Group trip from Vientiane to Bangkok

Once you have arrived in Vientiane it's time to meet with your new group with whom you will spend the next 2 weeks. This group trip will leave you in awe. Laos and the Northern part of Thailand will be spoiling you with jaw-dropping nature experiences from start to end. You will pass by Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang and into the Northern Thailand by boat.

Continue to Chiang Mai before taking the night train to Bangkok with the rest of the group. Here you'll say goodbye to this group and hello to your new travel buddies.

Thailand Group trip from Bangkok to Koh Pha Ngan

It's time to explore the South of Thailand with all the national parks and beaches. You'll do the first 9 days with your new group of travel buddies which will take you all the way from Bangkok, through the stunning Khao Sok National Park and all the way to Koh Pha Ngan where you can expect a vibrant beach and night life. This trip will make a perfect start to your South Thailand adventure.

Thailand Explore the rest of South Thailand on your own

The rest of this itinerary is up to you, but we recommend that you visit both Koh Samui and Koh Tao when you're on the Eastern part of South Thailand. Perhaps you want to learn to dive in Koh Tao?

Continue to the Western side where you can visit Koh Phi Phi before ending your trip in Phuket where we have booked your flights home from. If this trip is not enough and you want more, just let us know and we will tailor the experience to your needs.

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