43 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.

Wat Pho and Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Jim Thompson House and The National Museum Bangkok will appeal to museum buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bangkok: Ayutthaya (Pridi Banomyong Memorial & Wat Maha That). Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of The Grand Palace, admire the masterpieces at Bangkok Art & Culture Centre (BACC), and take in the spiritual surroundings of Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine).

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Madrid, Spain to Bangkok is an approximately 19-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight. Traveling from Madrid to Bangkok, you'll lose 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Madrid in June, with highs in Bangkok at 39°C and lows at 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) so you can 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.

Angkor Wat and Ta Prohm are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Let the collections at Escape Break and Angkor National Museum capture your imagination. And it doesn't end there: explore the ancient world of Bayon Temple, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Banteay Srei, view the masterpieces at Jayav Art, and steep yourself in history at Angkor Thom.

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Traveling by flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. In June, daytime highs in Siem Reap are 39°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can travel to Phnom Penh.

On the confluence of two major rivers, Phnom Penh occupies a scenic location largely responsible for its nickname the "Charming City." On a trip to Phnom Penh you'll discover one of Asia's most dynamic cities, where the natives live much of their lives outdoors, on the streets, and in the bustling markets filled with scents of spicy foods.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Sat): take an in-depth tour of Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, steep yourself in history at Royal Palace, then examine the collection at National Museum, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Phnom.

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Fly from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 40°C, and evening lows to 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to travel to Boracay.

All of 7 km (4.3 mi) long, the island of Boracay remains an idyllic destination drawing beach-goers from around the world.

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Yapak Beach (Puka Shell Beach) and Balinghai Beach. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Sea Shell Collection by Argonauta Boracay and Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Next up on the itinerary: take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, step off the mainland to explore Boracay Waters, enjoy the sand and surf at Ilig Iligan Beach, and stroll through Diniwid Beach.

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You can do a combination of flight and ferry from Phnom Penh to Boracay in 12 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, flight, and ferry. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Phnom Penh to Boracay due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Phnom Penh in June, plan for slightly colder days in Boracay, with highs around 36°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can travel to Seminyak.

A popular resort town offering a good range of tourist trips, activities, and amenities, Seminyak houses numerous tour companies providing excursions into the jungles of Bali.

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Pantai Sanur and Padang Padang Beach. Your inner history buff will appreciate Tanah Lot Temple and Uluwatu Temple. Take a break from Seminyak with a short trip to Jimbaran Bay in Jimbaran, about 30 minutes away. The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Kuta Beach - Bali, explore the galleries of Reservoart, take in the exciting artwork at The Gallery, and stop by Skull.

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Getting from Boracay to Seminyak by combination of ferry and flight takes about 10 hours. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Amed.

A snaking coastline and quaint, sleepy fishing villages characterize Amed, a stretch of shorefront with seven villages in Bali's east.

On the 6th (Mon), admire all the interesting features of USS Liberty Shipwreck, then take in nature's colorful creations at Taman Tirtagangga, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Agung. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 7th (Tue): tour the pleasant surroundings at Lipah Beach and then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

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Getting from Seminyak to Amed by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Seminyak in July since evenings lows in Amed dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to take a bus to Ubud.

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

Elephant Safari Park and Tirta Empul Temple are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll explore and learn at Five Art Studio and Don Antonio Blanco Museum. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, explore the world behind art at Tanah Merah Museum, take in the exciting artwork at Threads of Life, and don't miss a visit to Besakih Temple.

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Take a bus from Amed to Ubud in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Ubud when traveling from Amed in July, with lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) 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.

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum and The Intan will appeal to museum buffs. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like National Museum of Singapore and Singapore Botanic Gardens. And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Asian Civilisations Museum, get to know the resident critters at Singapore Zoo, take in panoramic vistas at Singapore Flyer, and see a show at The Maritime Experiential Museum.

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You can fly from Ubud to Singapore in 6 hours. While traveling from Ubud, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Singapore, ranging from highs of 38°C to lows of 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) early enough to travel to Patong.

Take advantage of nighttime entertainment and daytime relaxation on a Patong vacation.

Step out of the city life by going to Scuba & Snorkeling and Kata Beach. Museum-lovers will appreciate Patong Inn Art and The Phuket Gallery. Go for a jaunt from Patong to Chalong to see Big Buddha Phuket about 46 minutes away. There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Patong Beach, stroll through Freedom Beach, and test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

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You can do a combination of flight and bus from Singapore to Patong in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and ferry; or drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Singapore to Patong due to the time zone difference. July in Patong sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Ko Phi Phi Don.

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

Visiting Shark Diving and Laem Tong Bay will get you outdoors. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Long Beach and Loh Moo Dee Beach. There's much more to do: explore the gorgeous colors at Ko Bida Nok, Head underground at Viking Cave, head off the coast to Ko Phi Phi Le, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Nui Beach.

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You can do a combination of taxi and ferry from Patong to Ko Phi Phi Don in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in July, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Ko Pha Ngan.

Ko Phangan vacations serve as an ideal escape for backpackers and other spontaneous travelers.

You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Ao Plai Laem and Haad Khom. Get outdoors at Scuba & Snorkeling and Bottle Beach. And it doesn't end there: enjoy the sand and surf at Thong Nai Pan Noi, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Phu Khao Noi, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Haad Yao Beach.

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Do a combination of ferry, bus, and flight from Ko Phi Phi Don to Ko Pha Ngan in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in July, and nighttime lows around 31°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) early enough 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan and Museum of World Insects and Natural Wonders. Get in touch with nature at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Maeklang Elephant Conservation Community. When in Chiang Mai, make a side trip to see Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Doi Suthep, approximately 1h 15 min away. There's more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Phra Singh.

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Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Ko Pha Ngan to Chiang Mai takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of ferry and train. In July, daily temperatures in Chiang Mai can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel 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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at TiredCity Hang Bong and Fine Arts Museum (Bao Tang My Thuat). Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Temple of Literature & National University and Hoa Lo Prison. Step out of Hanoi to go to Ninh Binh and see Nature & Wildlife Tours, which is approximately 1h 45 min away. The adventure continues: wander the streets of Old Quarter, contemplate the long history of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, get engrossed in the history at Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, and contemplate the waterfront views at Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake).

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Traveling by flight from Chiang Mai to Hanoi takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to travel back home.