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The Most Southeast Asia: Thailand, Vietnam & Cambodia

33 days/32 nights

Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
Guide Price €1,912 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)

Explore Southeast Asia in depth with this 33 day, hostel based adventure. You’ll soak up the many sides of Thailand riding in tuk-tuks, boats, trains, and songthaews. Next, taste your way through Vietnam, sampling scrumptious street eats, slurping noodles, and kicking back at street-side bars. The good times keep rolling in Cambodia, where you’ll hit up soft white sand beaches, test your fear factor at the Skun insect market, and explore epic ruins of ancient civilizations. Starting and ending in Bangkok, this is Southeast Asia taken to the max.        

Highlights:
  • Join the party in street bars and on iconic Khao San Road
  • Kick back on the beach in Vietnam and Cambodia
  • Sample street eats in Southeast Asia's top foodie cities
  • Hit all the instagrammable hot spots in temples and the Mekong Delta
  • Descend into the remote Vinh Moc Tunnels used in the Vietnam war
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Itinerary

Day 1  Bangkok      
Arrive at any time, and kick back at the hostel, or head out to explore the city before meeting up with your group in the evening. Hungry? Hop on a tuk tuk and head to Chinatown where your CEO will lead you through the alleys and backstreets on a street food crawl.      

Day 2  Bangkok to Kanchanaburi      
Climb aboard a motorized long-tail boat and zoom along the canals - known as klongs - that snake through Bangkok. Catch a glimpse of local life by the river; wooden houses built on stilts and ferries taking people to work, temples and school. After a noodle lunch, head for an overnight stay like no other on a unique floating raft accommodation at Srinakarin Dam NP. Choose to chill out on the deck, dive in for a refreshing swim, explore in a kayak or go for a raft ride. Tonight you can fill up with a delicious Thai barbecue.      

Day 3  Kanchanaburi      
Head out to the infamous Hellfire Pass and delve into some World War II sites, walk along the trail and visit Saiyok Noi Waterfall area for a tasty local lunch. Jump on the local train, commonly known as the Death Railway, and chug towards Kanchanaburi town. Visit the famed Bridge over the river Kwai, the Thailand-Burma Railway museum, and the war cemetery before heading to the hostel for some down time.    

Day 4  Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai  
Stop by a rice farm to fill up on pad thai, then jump on a bike at the iconic Ayutthaya ruins. Snap that perfect picture at the Mahathat temple – famed for its Buddha head in the root of a banyan tree - and cycle around the massive reclining Buddha at Wat Logayasutharam. Afterwards, hop on a boat for a ride around the city's island and visit the food local market, before regaining your strength in a sleeper car during the overnight train ride north.

Day 5  Chiang Mai      
Disembark the train and climb in a songthaew (a local truck) for your first taste of khao soi noodle soup at a street-side shop. From here walk through the old town to your hostel, then the afternoon is yours. Sample delicious street food, visit temples or just kick back with your new friends with a Singha lager. Later, delve into the bustling Chiang Mai night bazaar.  

Day 6  Chiang Mai      
Rise early to join in the age-old tradition of alms giving to local monks at the foot of the Suthep Hill. Afterwards, receive a blessing and do some chanting at Wat Prathat Doi Suthep. For the rest of the day, you are free to do as much or as little as you desire. Want an adrenaline rush? Why not catch one of Thailand’s most popular sports – Muay Thai. Or, how about channelling your inner chef at a cooking class.      

Day 7  Chiang Mai to Hanoi      
You’re off to Vietnam! An included flight will get you to Hanoi in time to kick back at the hostel. Later, jump on a cyclo and take a thrilling ride around Hanoi's old quarter to watch the streets come alive at night. Finish off with some tasty street eats for dinner.  

Day 8  Hanoi  
Today is yours to explore. Opt to take a full day city tour, cooking class, or escape on a full day excursion to Halong Bay. Regardless of your plans, you'll group back together for dinner at the famed Hoa Sua Training Restaurant. With full bellies, it's time for a microbrewery crawl including a stop at Hanoi's most popular beer joint: Bia Hoi corner.

Day 9  Hanoi      
Enjoy another full day to get stuck into Hanoi. This evening, head out for a food walk through the back streets and markets of the city’s old quarter, sampling local favourites like “nem ran” and “banh goi.”      

Day 10  Hanoi to Ninh Binh      
Start your day with a visit to Tam Chuc Pagoda, the largest in southeast Asia. Continue on to Ninh Binh and gaze in awe at the limestone cliffs rising up from the rice fields. Enjoy some free time to kick back at the hostel and meet some new friends over a cold one, or perhaps rent a paddle boat or bike to explore off the beaten trail in the beautiful countryside.    
Day 11  Ninh Binh      
Today is free for temple-hopping, biking or hiking through rice fields. Feeling energetic? Trek up to Hang Mua Peak for ridiculous views of the surrounding countryside. Adventurous? Jump in a small boat to explore the Trang An Grottoes. Lazy? No worries, chill out at the hostel before catching the overnight sleeper train.    

Day 12  Dong Hoi to Phong Nha      
Start your day at the expansive Dong Hoi fish market, a bustling collection of vendors selling all manner of seafood. Stop by a stall for a traditional Vietnamese breakfast of Banh Mi, then hop on a bike and ride out into the gorgeous rural countryside. It's been a busy day so head to your hostel in Phong Nha for some down time.  

Day 13  Phong Nha  
Live it up with a full free day in Phong Nha, an adventure lover’s paradise with caving, hiking and biking all on offer. Later on it’s time to chill out – or join a sunset bar crawl with the gang!

Day 14  Phong Nha to Hue      
This morning descend into the Vinh Moc tunnels (like the Cu Chi tunnels without the crowds), built by local villagers during the Vietnam War. Afterwards, find your way to Hue for a free afternoon – opt to ride around town on the back of a motorbike, visit the historic Citadel and Royal Tombs or kick back at a riverside bar.    

Day 15  Hue to Hoi An      
Jump into open-top jeeps for a thrilling drive across iconic Hai Van pass. First stop is the city of ghosts at the infamous An Bang cemetery. Cool down at beautiful Lang Co Beach with a refreshing dip in the sea followed by a traditional local lunch. This afternoon, Hoi An awaits with a walk through the old town ending at a lively riverside bar.      

Day 16  Hoi An      
Discover Hoi An’s ancient old town by bike or boat, or go further afield on an excursion to My Son or the Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills. Later, meet up with your crew for dinner at the popular Streets Restaurant Café.

Day 17  Hoi An to Qui Nhon      
Ready for some noodles? Then let's dig in! Start the day with a cooking class at the G Adventures–supported Oodles of Noodles training school, enjoying your creations for lunch. Afterwards, you're free to do as much (or as little) as you choose. Feeling fancy? Get fitted for a custom suit. Creative? Learn to make Vietnamese lanterns. Thirsty? Pull up a stool at one of the many riverside bars and cafes. Later, it's all-aboard for the overnight train heading south.    

Day 18  Qui Nhon      
Jump off the train and head to Thap Doi to explore the imposing Cham temples. Hungry? You'll stop by Eoi Gio for a local breakfast and walk along the gorgeous coastline, before its time to hit the beach. With its white sand and crystal blue water, Ky Co beach is exactly where you want to be. This remote spot is perfect to spend a chill afternoon or grab a snorkel to spot pristine corals and colourful fish.

Day 19  Qui Nhon to Nha Trang      
Settle in to your private ride for a bit of a drive today, with a gorgeous stop along the way. Ganh Da Dia, known as the Giant’s Causeway of Vietnam offers amazing views and angles for your photos!  Next stop is the 100 Egg Mud Baths in the resort city of Nha Trang. Climb into the bizarre egg-shaped mud and mineral pools and soak away. The evening is then yours to check out the buzzing bars – hope you had a good nap on the bus!      

Day 20  Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City  
The day is yours to enjoy Nha Trang's many beach options, from sunbathing and snorkelling to surfing or shopping! Tonight, brush off the sand and hop back on the train for your overnight journey to the big city.  

Day 21  Ho Chi Minh City    
Welcome to the thriving metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City! Head out on a walking tour visiting bustling Ben Thanh market, Reunification Palace and the French quarter. This afternoon, you’re free to explore. Why not hop on a cyclo or motorbike tour, visit the infamous Cu Chi tunnels or head back to the hostel to relax. You'll have a farewell party like no other in one of the city's top sing-along bars.      

Day 22  Ho Chi Minh City    
Late night? You’ve got the entire day to recover, get out and explore! The city pulses with excitement, offering a myriad of experiences to engage your senses, whether from the back of a motorbike, encased in a cyclo or on your own two feet. Whatever you choose, meet up later with your group for a street food crawl.      

Day 23  Ho Chi Minh City to Chau Doc      
Catch a private ride to Chau Doc in the famed Mekong delta, then jump on the back of a motorbike and explore. Zoom up to the mysterious Hang Pagoda on the slopes of the mountain and mix with the many pilgrims who visit here.  

Day 24  Chau Doc to Kampot      
Take a sunrise boat trip through the floating markets of Chau Doc and watch river life come alive. Weave between the boat vendors selling all manner of wares, food and drink – feel free to grab a tea or hot noodles from one of the hawkers. Catch a nap on the drive to the Cambodian border before heading to the fishing village of Kep and its famous seafood market, then continue to your hostel in Kampot.      

Day 25  Kampot  
Today is all yours to explore the sleepy town of Kampot. Wander along the river and jump in for a swim, take a yoga class or hang at the hostel with your new friends. If you’re after more activity, spice things up with a visit to a pepper farm, join a cycling tour or maybe a sunset river cruise.      

Day 26  Kampot to Koh Rong      
Head out to Monivong Bokor NP, a wild area known for its palace ruins overtaken by nature and spotted with stunning works of graffiti. Your CEO will lead you around this bizarre contrast of lush jungle and ruins, and jaw dropping coastal views. Now, are you ready for the beach? Travel to Serendipity pier and catch a ferry to the remote paradise island of Koh Rong Samloem.      

Day 27  Koh Rong      
This is the island of your dreams and you'll have the entire day to enjoy it. Dive into the calm waters of the Gulf of Thailand, then stretch out and catch same rays. Feel free to jump on a small boat and go snorkelling or chill in a hammock under a palm with a cold drink. No matter what angle you snap your pic, it's absolute perfection.      

Day 28  Koh Rong to Phnom Penh      
Jump back on the ferry to the mainland and swing by a few small villages that make up the Chambok community, for an insider's peak at daily life in rural Cambodia. Your next stop is the bustling capital city of Phnom Penh, so get ready to scout out the local bars!

Day 29  Phnom Penh      
You have a whole day ahead of you to experience Phnom Penh as you please. Reflect on history with an excursion to Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields), or visit the National Museum, Silver Pagoda and Royal Palace.    

Day 30  Phnom Penh to Siem Reap      
Hit the road and settle in for the drive today-don't worry, you'll have plenty of stops along the way. Test your fear factor at the infamous skun insect and spider market offering a wide selection of deep fried creepy-crawlies for you to sample. Continue on to Sambor Prei Kuk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which predates Angkor by 100 years. Explore these less-visited ruins before arriving in Siem Reap with plenty of time to check out the nightlife.      

Day 31  Siem Reap      
You have the full day to choose from a multitude of activities. Go quad biking through the countryside or visit Tonle Sap floating village – and of course the big ticket item is the massive temple complex of Angkor Wat. The evening is yours to hit the night market or join a bar crawl along famed ‘Pub Street’.  

Day 32  Siem Reap to Bangkok      
Road trip! Head out to cross the Cambodia/Thai border with a stop for some shopping at the massive Rong Kluea market. Continue on to your hostel in Bangkok and get ready for a night out like no other on Khao San Road.  

Day 33  Bangkok  
Say goodbye to your new friends and depart at any time.

Departs: Selected departures year round

Price & Inclusions

Guide Price €1,912 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)

Inclusions
  • 27 nights hostels, 1 night raft hotel & 4 nights overnight sleeper trains
  • 32 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 10 dinners
Not Included
  • International flights
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/01/2024 to 31/12/2025. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.
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