27 days in South America, Mexico & Asia Itinerary

Don't let the city's nickname--"Land of Drizzle"--dampen your spirits during a trip to Sao Paulo.

To find reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Sao Paulo road trip planning site .

Teresina to Sao Paulo is an approximately 5.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also fly; or drive. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Teresina in November: high temperatures in Sao Paulo hover around 30°C and lows are around 21°C. You'll set off for Mexico City on the 19th (Tue).

Breathtakingly large, Mexico City provides a home for almost 9 million people living in nearly 1,700 distinct neighborhoods.

For reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Mexico City trip planning app .

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City in 13.5 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Sao Paulo to Mexico City. In November, Mexico City is little chillier than Sao Paulo - with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. You'll set off for Tijuana on the 19th (Tue).

Tijuana is the largest city in Baja California and on the Baja California Peninsula and center of the Tijuana metropolitan area, part of the international San Diego–Tijuana metropolitan area. To find other places to visit, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Tijuana trip builder site .

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Mexico City to Tijuana. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Mexico City to Tijuana due to the time zone difference. In November, daytime highs in Tijuana are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. On the 20th (Wed), you'll travel to Shanghai.

With a nickname like the "Pearl of the Orient," it's not surprising Shanghai offers some of the most rewarding attractions and activities in the Far East.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Yu Garden (Yuyuan). There's much more to do: make a trip to Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road), wander the streets of Former French Concession, enjoy breathtaking views from Shanghai Tower, and stop by Tian Zi Fang.

To find maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Shanghai trip site .

The Route module can help you plan travel from Tijuana to Shanghai. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to China Standard Time (CST), which is usually a 16 hour difference. Traveling from Tijuana in November, expect nights in Shanghai to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are little chillier, around 20°C. On the 24th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Bangkok.

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

You've added Asiatique The Riverfront, Sky Bar, Bangkok, Lumpini Park, and other attractions to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 24th (Sun): explore the historical opulence of The Grand Palace, stroll around Lumpini Park, buy something for everyone on your list at Asiatique The Riverfront, then explore the ancient world of Wat Pho, and finally join in the after-dark buzz at Sky Bar, Bangkok. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the activities along Chao Phraya River, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun), then get a taste of the local shopping with Khaosan Road, then buy something for everyone on your list at Siam Paragon, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

To see where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Bangkok trip planning website .

You can fly from Shanghai to Bangkok in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. The time zone difference moving from China Standard Time to Indochina Time is minus 1 hour. Plan for warmer temperatures traveling from Shanghai in November, with highs in Bangkok at 38°C and lows at 29°C. On the 26th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Krabi Town.

Krabi Town takes you away from the bustle of coastal beach resorts in this region.

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Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Bangkok to Krabi Town takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. In November in Krabi Town, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 27°C at night. On the 26th (Tue), you'll travel to Ko Phi Phi Don.

Find your inner peace on Ko Phi Phi Don, the largest island in the eponymous archipelago.

Ko Phi Phi Don is known for wildlife, nature, adventure, beaches, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, explore the fascinating underground world of Ko Phi Phi Le, enjoy the sand and surf at Nui Beach, and step off the mainland to explore Ko Bida Nok.

To see maps, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Ko Phi Phi Don road trip planning tool .

Getting from Krabi Town to Ko Phi Phi Don by ferry takes about 1.5 hours. In November, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 27°C. On the 29th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Krabi Town.

Take a break from Krabi Town with a short trip to James Bond Island in Ao Phang Nga National Park, about 1h 30 min away. Enjoy Krabi Town some more: delve into the lush surroundings at Krabi Elephant Sanctuary, head off the coast to Tup Island, get great views at Railay View Point, and view the masterpieces at Dao Art Gallery.

To find other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Krabi Town trip planner.

Traveling by ferry from Ko Phi Phi Don to Krabi Town takes 1.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can travel to Kuala Lumpur.

A holiday in Kuala Lumpur, a modern metropolis and capital of Malaysia, reveals a place where colonial influences, Asian traditions, and modern aesthetics come together in urban architecture and street layout.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Aquaria, then enjoy breathtaking views from Menara Kuala Lumpur, then pause for some photo ops at ‘Torana’ Gate, and finally admire the masterpieces at Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the striking features of Petronas Twin Towers, walk around KLCC Park, then stroll through Batu Caves, and finally walk around KL Bird Park.

For more things to do, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Kuala Lumpur trip planner.

Do a combination of bus and flight from Krabi Town to Kuala Lumpur in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, car, and train. Traveling from Krabi Town to Kuala Lumpur, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In December in Kuala Lumpur, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 28°C at night. On the 4th (Wed), you'll travel to Singapore.

A Singapore vacation reveals the many charms of a leading city-state and regional hub of culture, retail, and tourism.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Wed): wander the streets of Chinatown, take in panoramic vistas at Singapore Flyer, and then admire the natural beauty at Singapore Botanic Gardens. On the 5th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, then appreciate the history behind Merlion Park, then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Singapore Zoo, and finally get your game on at Flight Experience Flight Simulator.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Singapore road trip website .

You can fly from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and bus. In December, daytime highs in Singapore are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. On the 6th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Hong Kong.

Witness the vibrant skyline of Hong Kong, an impressive urban territory on the southern coast of China.

Hong Kong is known for shopping, theme parks, parks, nature, and zoos & aquariums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: enjoy breathtaking views from Victoria Peak (The Peak), observe the fascinating underwater world at Ocean Park, pause for some photo ops at Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha), and stroll around Nan Lian Garden.

To see reviews, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read our Hong Kong trip itinerary planning tool .

Fly from Singapore to Hong Kong in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and ferry; or drive. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Singapore in December: high temperatures in Hong Kong hover around 24°C and lows are around 19°C. On the 9th (Mon), you're off toShanghai.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Mon): take in panoramic vistas at Shanghai World Financial Center and then enjoy breathtaking views from Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu).

For other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Shanghai trip itinerary maker tool .

Getting from Hong Kong to Shanghai by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and flight; or drive. When traveling from Hong Kong in December, plan for a bit cooler days in Shanghai, with highs around 13°C, while nights are colder with lows around 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Tue) to allow time for travel to Mexico City.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Tue): admire the masterpieces at Palacio de Bellas Artes, see the interesting displays at Museo Nacional de Antropologia, and then examine the collection at Museo del Azucar.

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Traveling by flight from Shanghai to Mexico City takes 25 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Shanghai to Mexico City is minus 14 hours. Traveling from Shanghai in December, expect Mexico City to be somewhat warmer, temps between 26°C and 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to travel to Sao Paulo.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Wed): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santuario e Convento Sao Francisco de Assis, go for a walk through Igreja Chagas do Serafico Pai Francisco, examine the collection at Museu Do Futebol, then explore the world behind art at Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo Assis Chateaubriand - MASP, and finally see the interesting displays at Museu da Lingua Portuguesa. On your second day here, pause for some serene contemplation at São Paulo Cathedral, then contemplate the long history of Mosteiro De Sao Bento, and then engage your brain at Catavento Cultural e Educacional.

To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Sao Paulo road trip website .

Getting from Mexico City to Sao Paulo by combination of flight and bus takes about 13.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Mexico City to Sao Paulo is 3 hours. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Mexico City in December; daily highs in Sao Paulo reach 32°C and lows reach 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can travel back home.