22 days in Southeast Asia Itinerary

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.

Hanoi is known for historic sites, spas, nightlife, museums, and nature. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the activities along Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), contemplate the long history of Hoa Lo Prison, wander the streets of Old Quarter, and make a trip to Temple of Literature & National University.

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London, UK to Hanoi is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from London to Hanoi is 7 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) to allow time to travel 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.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sat): take in the dramatic natural features at The Marble Mountains, then make a trip to Hoi An Ancient Town, then take in the views from Japanese Covered Bridge, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read Hoi An trip planning tool .

Traveling by flight from Hanoi to Hoi An takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. In October, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Ho Chi Minh City.

Formerly known in the West as Saigon and affectionately referred to as the "Pearl of the Far East," Ho Chi Minh City is a study of old and new, woven and piled together in a fast-paced urban hub.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Sun): indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum, then admire the landmark architecture of Central Post Office, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral. Keep things going the next day: browse the eclectic array of goods at Ben Thanh Market and then don't miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels.

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Fly from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. In October, daytime highs in Ho Chi Minh City are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can travel to Singapore.

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

Singapore is known for parks, shopping, zoos & aquariums, museums, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take in nature's colorful creations at Gardens by the Bay, meet the residents at Singapore Zoo, walk around Singapore Botanic Gardens, and see the interesting displays at Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum.

To see more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, go to the Singapore route app .

You can fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. Traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In October, daytime highs in Singapore are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) so you can travel to Ubud.

Experience small-town Bali in Ubud, an atmospheric town surrounded by small settlements, farms, and rice paddies.

Change things up with these side-trips from Ubud: Waterbom Bali (in Kuta), Tanah Lot Temple (in Beraban) and Elephant Safari Park (in Tegalalang). There's still lots to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, take in the spiritual surroundings of Saraswati Temple, stroll through Padang Padang Beach, and experience rural life at Tegalalang Rice Terrace.

To see maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Ubud driving holiday planning app .

You can fly from Singapore to Ubud in 6 hours. October in Ubud sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) to allow enough 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.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Tue): admire the striking features of Petronas Twin Towers, then get a taste of the local shopping with Central Market Kuala Lumpur, then walk around KLCC Park, and finally Head underground at Batu Caves.

For ratings, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, use the Kuala Lumpur day trip site .

Getting from Ubud to Kuala Lumpur by flight takes about 6.5 hours. In October, daytime highs in Kuala Lumpur are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to travel to 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.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Baphuon Temple, delve into the distant past at Angkor Thom, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ta Prohm, and finally delve into the distant past at Angkor Wat. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Thu): don't miss a visit to Pub Street, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Banteay Srei, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Pre Rup, and finally explore the ancient world of Bayon Temple.

To see photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Siem Reap attractions site .

You can fly from Kuala Lumpur to Siem Reap in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Siem Reap is minus 1 hour. In October in Siem Reap, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 29°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel 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.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Fri): step into the grandiose world of The Grand Palace, explore the ancient world of Wat Pho, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun), and finally explore the wide array of goods at Mango Mojito Shoes. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the galleries of Jim Thompson House, then admire nature's wide array of creatures at SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World, and then shop like a local with Chatuchak Weekend Market.

To see traveler tips, reviews, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Bangkok trip planning tool .

Traveling by flight from Siem Reap to Bangkok takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. In October, daily temperatures in Bangkok can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel 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.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Sun): take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan and then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Phra Singh and then look for all kinds of wild species at Maeklang Elephant Conservation Community.

To find photos, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read Chiang Mai day trip planning site .

Traveling by flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and flight; or drive. October in Chiang Mai sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.