33 days in Southeast Asia Itinerary

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall and The Chakri Group (Phra Thinang Chakri Maha Prasat). Visit Wat Phra Ram and Wat Bowonniwet Vihara for their historical value. Step out of Bangkok to go to Ayutthaya and see Wat Thammikarat, which is approximately 1h 15 min away. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Pak Nam.

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If you are flying in from New Zealand, the closest major aiports are Suvarnabhumi Airport, Don Mueang International Airport and U-Tapao International Airport. In February, daytime highs in Bangkok are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Chiang Mai.

Discover the diverse history and culture of northern Thailand during a holiday in Chiang Mai, the largest and most significant city in the region.

Get a sense of the local culture at Monkchat Meditation Retreat and Wat Buppharam. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Wat Phakhao Temple and Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir. Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Wat Ched Yot, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Saen Muang Ma Luang, stop by Ambassador Fashions, and explore the world behind art at One Nimman.

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Fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Bangkok in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Chiang Mai, with lows of 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Hanoi.

The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi has bounded back from the effects of war, and today serves as a bustling commercial and cultural hub bursting at the seams.

Bring the kids along to Authentic Bat Trang and Room Escape Games. Get some cultural insight at Quan Thanh Temple and Ancient House. Next up on the itinerary: push the limits with an extreme tour, make a trip to Train Street, stop by Tired City Hang Manh, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chùa Lý Triều Quốc Sư.

To see reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Hanoi journey app.

You can fly from Chiang Mai to Hanoi in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to travel to Halong Bay.

Halong Bay encompasses a cluster of verdant limestone islets that jut out from the sea and make up an enchanting setting recognized as a World Heritage Site.

Step out of the city life by going to Hon Ga Choi Island and Tien Ong Cave. Get some historical perspective at Quan Lan Temple and Long Tien Pagoda. Take a break from Halong Bay with a short trip to Ha Long Market in Ha Long, about 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: learn more about the world around you at Bảo Tàng Quảng Ninh, enjoy the sand and surf at Ti Top Beach, head off the coast to Soi Sim Island, and take in the views from Bãi Cháy Bridge.

To find traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Halong Bay driving holiday planner.

Traveling by combination of bus and ferry from Hanoi to Halong Bay takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, car, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, flight, and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Ninh Binh.

A fairly nondescript town, Ninh Binh acts as a base for explorations of the province of the same name, with the karst landscape and lush valleys that surround the town offering a wealth of scenic vistas of rice paddies and rugged rocks.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Tue): stroll through Bear Sanctuary Ninh Binh and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Nhà xứ Phát Diệm. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 15th (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thai Vi Temple, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, and then take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

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You can do a combination of ferry, car, and bus from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. In March, daytime highs in Ninh Binh are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Hoi An.

Indisputably one of Vietnam's most atmospheric destinations, Hoi An contains a World Heritage-listed old town boasting over 2,000 years of culture and history.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Jack's Cat Cafe and Thanh Ha Terracotta Park. Family-friendly places like Cantonese Assembly Hall and Couleurs by Rehahn will thrill your kids. And it doesn't end there: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, don't miss a visit to Minh Huong Communal House, stop by Da Phu'o'ng Cloth Shop No 50, and experience rural life at Tra Que Minty Garden.

Before you visit Hoi An, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Traveling by flight from Ninh Binh to Hoi An takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Ninh Binh in March, expect Hoi An to be somewhat warmer, temps between 32°C and 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Hue.

Nestled on the banks of the Perfume River, the city of Hue remains most famous as the former home of the Nguyen Dynasty, the influence of which remains evident in local palaces, temples, forts, and museums.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Sun): see Off-Road Tours, contemplate the long history of Imperial Tomb of Dong Khanh, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hon Chen Temple. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: steep yourself in history at Luc Bo Culture Space, then steep yourself in history at Thai Hoa Palace, and then explore the ancient world of Nine Dynastic Urns.

To see ratings, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read our Hue trip itinerary planning app.

You can drive from Hoi An to Hue in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Hue can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. You will have some time to spend on the 21st (Tue) before leaving for Siem Reap.

Once a small village in northwest Cambodia, Siem Reap now serves as a gateway to the Angkor region's World Heritage-listed temple and other attractions.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): go all around town with Viti Taxi English Speaking Driver, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Wayist Spiritual Energy Center, and then enjoy some diversion at Khmer Ceramics Centre. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at The Victory Gate, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ta Keo, and then contemplate the long history of Angkor Thom South Gate.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, go to the Siem Reap trip itinerary maker tool.

You can do a combination of train and flight from Hue to Siem Reap in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Hue in March, with highs in Siem Reap at 40°C and lows at 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Koh Rong.

A slice of paradise in the Gulf of Thailand, the island of Koh Rong stands out as one of Cambodia's premier beachside escapes.

Explore hidden gems such as Koh Rong and Scuba & Snorkeling. Kids will appreciate attractions like Coconut Beach and Jungle zoo. The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Long Set Beach and stroll through Sok San Beach.

To see ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Koh Rong itinerary planner.

Do a combination of bus and ferry from Siem Reap to Koh Rong in 13 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of flight and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) to allow time to 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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque and Church of The Visitation. Attractions like Nature & Wildlife Tours and MinNature Malaysia make great kid-friendly stops. There's more to do: see the interesting displays at Royal Malaysia Police Museum and make a trip to Rumah Penghulu Abu Seman.

To find ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Kuala Lumpur route planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Koh Rong to Kuala Lumpur. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Koh Rong to Kuala Lumpur due to the time zone difference. In March, daytime highs in Kuala Lumpur are 39°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Singapore.

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

Step out of the city life by going to Scuba & Snorkeling and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Visit Emerald Hill and St Andrew's Cathedral for their historical value. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Hell's Museum, explore the different monuments and memorials at Bukit Brown Cemetery, and take a stroll through Kampong Glam.

To see more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Singapore visit planner.

Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March in Singapore, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 30°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can travel back home.