60 days in 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 Historic City of Ayutthaya and Wat Chaiwatthanaram. Popular historic sites such as Wat Mahathat and Wat Saket are in your itinerary. Get out of town with these interesting Bangkok side-trips: Chachoengsao (Wat Saman Rattanaram Temple & Ancient Fortress), Wat Hua Suan Temple (in Bang Khla) and Ayutthaya (Ayutthaya Ruins, Wat Phra Ngam, & more). And it doesn't end there: take in the spiritual surroundings of Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit), browse the range of quality goods at Central Plaza Lardprao, look for gifts at Rambuttri Fashion, and relax in the rural setting at Chachoengsao.

To see photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Bangkok travel planner .

London, UK to Bangkok is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. Traveling from London to Bangkok, you'll lose 7 hours due to the time zone difference. In June, Bangkok is much hotter than London - with highs of 39°C and lows of 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to travel to Ko Chang.

Ko Chang means "Elephant Island" and, though elephants are not indigenous to the island, visitors certainly see plenty of them on tours of protected reserves.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Scuba & Snorkeling and Ko Rang. Step out of the city life by going to Klong Plu Waterfall and Klong Neung Waterfall. There's much more to do: get outside with Outdoor Activities, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chao Por Koh Chang Shrine, enjoy the sand and surf at Wai Chaek Beach, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at The Orthodox Church.

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Traveling by combination of flight and ferry from Bangkok to Ko Chang takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Bangkok in June: highs in Ko Chang hover around 36°C, while lows dip to 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can travel to Battambang.

The riverside city of Battambang draws visitors with its easy charm, rich culture, and convenient location close to a number of historical sites.

Take a break from the city and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Food Tours. Step off the beaten path and head to Battambang Bat Caves and Wat Banan Temple. There's lots more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of The Baha’i House of Worship, stop by La Fabrik, explore the world behind art at Tep Kao Sol Loeum Lorn Gallery, and explore the galleries of Sangker Gallery.

For where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Battambang trip website .

You can do a combination of ferry and car from Ko Chang to Battambang in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, car, bus, and taxi; or do a combination of ferry, bus, car, and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can drive to Kampot.

The riverside town of Kampot mixes evocative colonial architecture and a wealth of nearby natural highlights.

Step out of the city life by going to Otres Nautica and Kep National Park. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Wat Sampov Pram and Kampot Art Gallery. Change things up with a short trip to Otres Art Studio in Sihanoukville (about 1h 55 min away). And it doesn't end there: identify plant and animal life at Anlung Pring Community led Ecotourism, look for gifts at Dorsu, and admire all the interesting features of La Plantation.

To find maps, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Kampot route maker app .

Traveling by car from Battambang to Kampot takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, flight, and train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Wed) to allow time to drive 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.

Step out of the city life by going to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Nature cambodia. Step off the beaten path and head to Phnom Da and Wat Langka. Take a break from Phnom Penh with a short trip to Phnom Chisor Temple in Takeo, about 1h 35 min away. There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Al-Serkal Mosque, get in on the family fun at Fly Phnom Penh, take in the exciting artwork at Lotus Space, and don't miss a visit to Kurata Pepper.

To see reviews, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Phnom Penh trip itinerary builder app .

Drive from Kampot to Phnom Penh in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July in Phnom Penh, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 29°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Kratie Province.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Mon): admire the striking features of 100 Colums Pagoda, get outside with Kampi, and then don't miss a visit to Phnom Sombok.

To find traveler tips, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Kratie Province online route planner .

You can drive from Phnom Penh to Kratie Province in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Sen Monorom.

The capital and only major settlement in the vast, verdant Mondulkiri province, Sen Monorom manages to retain a laid-back, rural charm, in spite of an increase in development.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Phnom DoKramom, then take in the dramatic scenery at Pu Long Waterfall, and then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Sen Monorom road trip planner .

You can drive from Kratie Province to Sen Monorom in 4.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of taxi and bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to travel to Da Lat.

While often referred to as "City of a Thousand Flowers," "City of a Thousand Pines," and "City of a Thousand Palms," you'd be right in thinking that numbers far greater than a thousand have given Da Lat its reputation as a fertile agricultural heartland.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Canyoning & Rappelling Tours and Linh Phuoc Pagoda. Get in touch with nature at Adrenaline & Extreme Tours and Datanla High Rope Course. And it doesn't end there: take in the spiritual surroundings of Thien Vien Truc Lam, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Domaine de Marie Church, take in the dramatic scenery at Bao Dai Waterfall (Thac Bao Dai), and experience rural life at DL Nature's.

To see reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Da Lat online itinerary planner .

You can drive from Sen Monorom to Da Lat in 7 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough 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.

Popular historic sites such as Phap Viện Minh Dang Quang and On Lang Pagoda are in your itinerary. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Fito Museum - Museums of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine & Pharmacy and Bitexco Financial Tower - Saigon Skydeck. Spend the 15th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: browse the exhibits of Vietnam Silver House, witness the site of a historic battle at Ben Dinh Tunnels, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Nha tho Da Minh, and admire the striking features of Chua Van Phat - Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, read Ho Chi Minh City online trip builder .

You can do a combination of taxi and flight from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. In July, daytime highs in Ho Chi Minh City are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to travel to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

Marked by underground rivers, famous caves, limestone cliffs, and tropical rainforests, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park wows visitors with a spectacular range of landscapes and wildlife.

Explore hidden gems such as Phong Nha Caves and Zipline. Visiting Paradise Cave and Tien Son Cave will get you outdoors. Step out of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park with an excursion to Bai Da Nhay (Jumping rock beach) in Dong Hoi--about 46 minutes away. Pack the 19th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Bong Lai Rattan House.

For photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park online journey maker .

Traveling by combination of flight and taxi from Ho Chi Minh City to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, train, and taxi; or drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can travel to Huay Xai.

Overlooking the mighty Mekong River, Huay Xai serves as an important entry and exit point from Thailand into Laos.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): make a trip to Wat Chomkao Manilat and then look for all kinds of wild species at The Gibbon Experience.

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

You can drive from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to Huay Xai in 21 hours. Another option is to fly. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Pai.

Tourism in Pai has turned the once-quiet mountain village into one of Thailand's busiest rural tourist hubs, for Thai visitors and foreigners alike.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Wat Pa Tam Wua and Wat Tham Chiang Dao Temple. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Thai Elephant Home and Wat Sri Don Chai. Change things up with these side-trips from Pai: Wat Chan (in Galyani Vadhana) and Chiang Dao (Wat Tham Pha Plong & Wat Phra That Doi Mon Ching). The adventure continues: explore the stunning scenery at Pai Canyon, snap pictures at Boon Ko Ku So Bridge, let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, and try for a hole-in-one at Bamboo Mini Golf.

For ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Pai trip planning website .

You can drive from Huay Xai to Pai in 8 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can go by car 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Wat Phra Singh and Wat Phra That Doi Kham (Temple of the Golden Mountain). Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Wat Umong Suan Phutthatham and Wat Pan Tao. Explore Chiang Mai's surroundings by going to Maerim Elephant Sanctuary (in Mae Rim), Doi Inthanon (in Doi Inthanon National Park) and Maeklang Elephant Conservation Community (in Chom Thong). On the 27th (Sat), enjoy an adventurous day among the treetops at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Art in Paradise, Chiang Mai 3D Art Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Si Suphan, have some family-friendly fun at Chiangmai Speedkart, and stroll the grounds of Wat Suan Dok.

To see where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Chiang Mai road trip planner.

Getting from Pai to Chiang Mai by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. July in Chiang Mai sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to travel to Luang Prabang.

Designated a World Heritage Site in 1995, Luang Prabang sits at the meeting point of two rivers and offers numerous opportunities for sailing, climbing, and exploring scenic caves and waterfalls.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Nature & Wildlife Tours and Nahm Dong Park. Take a break from the city and head to Kuang Si Falls Butterfly Park and 100 Waterfalls. And it doesn't end there: admire the landmark architecture of Golden City Temple (Wat Xieng Thong), make a trip to Old Quarter Luang Prabang, admire all the interesting features of The Living Land Company, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Pa Phai.

To see maps, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Luang Prabang road trip planning tool .

Fly from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Luang Prabang are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough 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.

Explore hidden gems such as Kayaking & Canoeing and Ba Vi National Park. Get some historical perspective at Do Temple and Mercury Travel. There's much more to do: take an in-depth tour of Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, take in the spiritual surroundings of V'ancient, see the interesting displays at Vietnamese Women's Museum, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Quan Lan Beach.

For maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Hanoi itinerary maker app .

You can do a combination of flight and bus from Luang Prabang to Hanoi in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) to allow enough time 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 Kayaking & Canoeing and Bai Tu Long Bay. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Stand-Up Paddleboarding and Quan Lan Beach. Step out of Halong Bay with an excursion to Climbing Tours in Cat Ba--about 54 minutes away. There's more to do: Head underground at Sung Sot Cave and take an in-depth tour of Bảo Tàng Quảng Ninh.

To see reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Halong Bay visit app .

Traveling by combination of flight and ferry from Hanoi to Halong Bay takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. You'll set off for home on the 13th (Tue).