Frenetic yet tranquil, modern yet traditional, sweet yet spicy – South East Asia is the best of everything wrapped up in one tidy package.
A place where natural beauty, sleepless cities, taste-bud-tingling cuisine and wondrous wildlife collide. It’s here, amongst this cluster of captivating countries, that you can honestly say there’s something for everyone. From devouring banh mi at a street food stall in Hanoi to cycling through the green hills of Ubud. Interacting with the local Batak tribe living on Palawan to visiting the world’s first elephant hospital in Chiang Mai. We dare you to discover South East Asia and be able to leave not already craving more.
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Highlights of South East Asia
Stay with a local Khmer family
Visit Chambok, a rural spot in Cambodia renowned for its ecotourism, where you’ll join a member of the local community on a village walk and hear stories of their history, lifestyle and ecotourism projects. Meet the family you’ll be staying with before heading to a nearby community centre for a traditional Khmer dinner and dance performance.
Take a Thai cooking class
Ready yourself for a hands-on masterclass in Central Thai cuisine. Start the day with a trip to the morning markets in Kanchanaburi, where you’ll find stalls piled high with fresh fruit and veg, meat, fish and spices. Then make your way into the kitchen where you’ll whip up classics like jungle curry, wing beans and banana flower cake, then feast on your creations for lunch.
Visit the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre
Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, which was set up to help re-introduce these wonderful creatures back into the wild after a life of domestication or having been orphaned. From the viewing platform, you can watch and photograph these charming creatures as they swing into view and eat the supplementary diet of bananas and milk that is laid out for them twice a day.
Kayak around Halong Bay
Grab your paddle and explore the far reaching corners of World Heritage-listed Halong Bay. Kayak between the gigantic limestone karsts that lie off the coast of Cat Ba Island and pepper the lesser-visited Lan Ha Bay. If you’re feeling adventurous, make your way through water-carved tunnels and caves. When kayaking at dusk be sure to take a break to admire the sunset over the South China Sea.
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What to see in 7-10 days in South East Asia
If you’ve only got a week or so to play with, you’re probably better off sticking to a single country. That way you’ll be sure to tick off the highlights whilst leaving time for a bit of rest and relaxation. Vietnam would be perfect! Fly into the vibrant capital of Hanoi, spend the night on a boat at Halong Bay and ride the overnight train to heritage-listed Hue. You could then take the Hai Van Pass to Hoi An, squeeze in a visit to the Mekong Delta, before winding up in Ho Chi Minh City.
Another option would be to head to Myanmar. Home to the floating village communities on Inle Lake, mouth-watering Burmese delicacies, a plethora of golden-domed temples and more. Alternatively, with 10 days in Borneo you could experience Kinabalu National Park, meet the locals in Dusun, meet mischievous orangutans in Sepilok and soak up the sun on Manukan Island.
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| Vietnam Express Southbound | 10 |
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| Beautiful Bali | 9 |
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| Classic Borneo | 10 |
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| Cambodian Traveller | 9 |
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| Myanmar Highlights | 9 |
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What to see in 3 weeks in South East Asia
You’ll see a fair bit in three weeks and combining the likes of Cambodia and Thailand will help you get a proper feel for South East Asia. You’d be able to amble around the temples of Angkor, experience the hustle and bustle of Bangkok and snorkel off the beaches fringing the idyllic Thai islands. And even after all that, you’d still have time to uncover Cambodia’s tragic past in Phnom Penh and take a bike ride around the tiny rural villages near Battambang.
Swap Thailand for Laos and you could add a two-day slow-boat trip down the Mekong, a refreshing swim at Kuang Si Falls and a pit-stop to explore the Buddha-filled Pak Ou Caves. Island hopping around Indonesia would be another great idea, where you could do everything from witnessing the mythical dragons living on Komodo to watching the sunrise from the summit of Bali’s Mount Batur.
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| Best of Vietnam & Cambodia | 18 |
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What to see in 6 weeks in South East Asia
With six weeks to spare, South East Asia is your oyster! The traditional loop of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia never disappoints. Travelling in a circle from Bangkok, you’ll visit the elephant hospitals in Chiang Mai, admire the colonial architecture of Luang Prabang, cruise around picture-perfect Halong Bay and experience the majesty of Angkor Wat. Add a couple of days in Myanmar and you’ll enjoy Yangon, Bago and the famous Golden Rock pagoda too.
Or, if you’ve already tackled the classic route an extended trip through Malaysia would be amazing. You could conquer Mount Kinabalu, soak up the city skyline with a cocktail at the Petronas Towers and see turtles laying their eggs in the sands of Turtle Island. You won’t regret a fleeting visit to Singapore either, stopping off at Little India, Gardens by the Bay, Raffles Hotel and Sentosa Park.
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| South East Asia Loop | 30 |
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| South East Asia Loop | 30 |
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| Cambodia & Vietnam Experience | 26 |
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| Bangkok to Bali | 28 |
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| Bangkok to Bali | 28 |
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| Malaysia's Ultimate Adventure | 18 |
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South East Asia FAQs
Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards
From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travelers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).
However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travelers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.
Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.
The region of South East Asia encompasses the following countries:
- Vietnam
- Indonesia
- Singapore
- Cambodia
- Malaysia
- Thailand
- Philippines
- Myanmar
- Timor-Leste
- Laos
- Brunei
Whether you need a visa to travel to South East Asia depends on what country you're a national of and which country you're traveling to. Generally, passport holders from the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia and the United Kingdom don't need visas to travel around South East Asia, but visa requirements will vary from country to country. For example, citizens from the previously mentioned countries will need a visa to travel to Vietnam, however, they won't require a visa if traveling to Thailand.
If you're unsure of the visa requirements of the country you're traveling to, it's best to check on government-run websites or at your nearest embassy or consulate.
The internet access in South East Asia can vary from country to country and between different regions in that country. Most hotel chains or other accommodation options in major cities will have WIFI, so connecting to the internet will be easy. However, buying an international SIM card with a local provider is recommended if you'd rather have no restrictions (and no exorbitant data roaming fees). This still doesn't mean you're guaranteed to have access to the internet though as the signal is often limited or unreliable in rural areas in countries such as Laos, Timor-Leste and Myanmar.
The toilet facilities in South East Asia differ depending on which country you're in and what region of that country you're in. Most major cities have westernized toilet facilities in places such as restaurants and hotels, but the further from urban areas you are, the more likely you'll find squat toilets, so set your expectations accordingly. Toilet paper is also a rare find unless you're in major cities or popular tourist areas, so it's best to always pack your own in preparation.
There aren't many countries in South East Asia where the tap water is recommended for drinking, especially in Laos and Cambodia. To avoid getting sick, buy bottled water or use filtered water to brush your teeth. You should also be mindful when showering, ask for drinks with no ice in them and peel all fruit before you eat them. While Malaysia is considered to have the safest drinking water, it still has a different mineral content than your stomach might be used to so it's best to stick to filtered or bottled water where possible.
The best time to travel to South East Asia is between November and February when the weather is relatively dry, humidity levels are low and temperatures are warm but not uncomfortable. However, this is considered to be 'peak season' so expect large crowds at popular tourist destinations and increased accommodation prices in major cities. If you want to avoid all of that, try traveling during the shoulder seasons of March to May and September to November. If you can, avoid travelling from June to August as this is South East Asia's rainy, cyclone season.
While it might not be as prevalent as it is in the US, tipping is still part of the culture in most South East Asian countries. However, how much you tip and in what scenarios tipping is expected will differ depending on the country you're traveling in. For example, tipping isn't expected or required in Malaysia and Singapore (and can even be considered rude), but countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia are starting to accept tipping culture.
The currency you need when traveling in South East Asia depends on which countries you'll be visiting, with each country having its own currency. Below is a list of countries with their currencies:
- Vietnam - Vietnamese Dong (VND)
- Indonesia - Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
- Singapore - Singapore Dollar (SGD)
- Cambodia - Cambodian Riel (KHR)
- Malaysia - Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
- Thailand - Thai Baht (THB)
- Philippines - Philippine Peso (PHP)
- Myanmar - Myanmar Kyat (MMK)
- Timor-Leste - United States Dollars (USD)
- Laos - Lao Kip (LAK)
- Brunei - Brunei Dollar (BND)
It's worth bringing cash with you if you're traveling around South East Asia, as paying with cash is still very prevalent in most countries. Countries like Vietnam and Thailand are big on markets and hawker hall type cafeterias, so having cash is usually the easiest way to buy things and makes bargaining for items more accessible.
Most of the countries in South East Asia have a thriving LGBTQIA+ scene, especially Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia. However, discretion is still advised for travelers of the LGBTQIA+ community when it comes to public displays of affection, particularly if you're traveling away from the larger cities to more rural areas where acceptance of same-sex relationships may not be as common.
We recommend visiting Equaldex or ILGA before you travel for more detailed and up-to-date advice.
Absolutely. All passengers traveling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance
Intrepid is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability. That’s why we do our best to help as many people see the world as possible, regardless of any physical or mental limitations they might have. However, we’re always happy to talk to travelers with disabilities and see if we can help guide them towards the most suitable itinerary for their needs and where possible, make reasonable adjustments to our itineraries.
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When Mark and his 11-year-old daughter Quinn decided to travel together through...
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Meet the Vietnamese young people...
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Inside the Cambodian ‘factory’...
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Pat is taking a (very) long walk to...
Pat O’Neill loves a long walk. And thank goodness for that, because on Sunday 9...
Nov 22, 2022
“When you have no income, you have no...
This year, we’re encouraging travellers to go beyond the hotspots in Asia. Check...
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9 ways to make meaningful cultural...
Sizzling street food. Spice market tours. Life-changing tapas and noodles galore....