Multi Country Tours, South East Asia

A tour of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Myanmar, starting and ending in Bangkok.

  • 22 days
Duration
22 days
Group size
No limit
Country
Vietnam

Multi Country Tours, South East Asia Overview

A tour of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Myanmar, starting and ending in Bangkok.

This trip makes a circuit of South East Asia, visiting Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Myanmar, starting and ending in Bangkok.

Join Earthbound Expeditions on this tour of the highlights of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Myanmar. It combines World Heritage Sites, natural landmarks, small villages and some of the best shopping in the world in one trip, along with the local food and drink.

You see the natural beauty of Ha Long Bay and the Mekong Delta (Vietnam), the mountains of Laos, the floating farms and villages of Inle Lake (Myanmar) and long stretches of beach. You visit the ancient temple sites of Angkor Wat (the largest temple in the world) and Bagan (with over 3,100 temples and stupas in one place).

You have time to relax in Luang Prabang (Laos), where you can watch the monks collecting alms, and in Hoi An (Vietnam), where we recommend trying the local coffee and tea. You visit many temples decorated in gold, shop at the night markets in Luang Prabang (Laos) and Siem Reap (Cambodia), and experience modern Asia in Saigon, Hanoi and Bangkok.

If you plan to shop a lot, bring an extra suitcase for the garment district of Bangkok and the shopping districts of Hanoi and Saigon.

At every stop you can enjoy the local cuisine and plenty of fresh fruit. We especially recommend Chon coffee in Vietnam and the local teas across South East Asia.

After a long day of touring, you can book a spa treatment. South East Asia is known for its massage and Ayurvedic spa treatments.

This trip offers a broad introduction to the region in a single journey.

Highlights

Thailand: The Grand Palace, the Golden Mount, shopping and spa treatments. Optional additions: Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, the floating markets, Chiang Rai, or Phuket (or other beach stays).

Laos: The temples of Luang Prabang and the monks collecting alms. Optional additions: the night market, Kuang Si Falls and a tour of the hill tribes.

Cambodia: Angkor Wat and the market of Siem Reap. Optional additions: extra days at Angkor Wat and a tour of Tonle Sap Lake.

Vietnam: Halong Bay, the sites of Hanoi, tours of Hoi An and Hue, a Mekong Delta tour, the sites of Saigon and shopping. Optional additions: a visit to Da Nang, a beach stay and extra days at any location.

Myanmar: The Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, the temples of Bagan, the historic capital of Mandalay and the floating farms and villages of Inle Lake. Optional additions: a tour of the Golden Rock, a beach stay on the Myanmar coast and extra days at any location.

You can also add a trek in Nepal with views of the Himalayas, a tour of historic India, or an extension to Bali, Indonesia.

For enquiries, please email us at earthbound@wlink.com.np

This itinerary can be customised to suit your travel needs and schedule.

Key highlights of the Multi Country Tours, South East Asia

Itinerary

  1. Arrive in Bangkok. Free time. We suggest shopping and trying the local food, and perhaps an Asian craft beer.

    Altitude
    2 m
    On foot
    None, arrival day
    Night in
    Hotel, Bangkok
    Meals
    None

  2. Tour of the Grand Palace in the morning, then an afternoon flight to Luang Prabang. You are met on arrival and check in to your hotel. Free time to explore this small, historic city. We suggest shopping at the night market and dinner in the town centre or along the river.

    Altitude
    300 m (980 ft)+298 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Luang Prabang
    Meals
    Breakfast

  3. An early start to watch the monks collecting alms in the streets. Morning tour of the temples and palace, lunch at a local restaurant, and an afternoon flight to Siem Reap. You are met on arrival and check in to your hotel in Siem Reap. Free time. We recommend shopping at the night market and dinner on Pub Street.

    Altitude
    20 m−280 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Siem Reap
    Meals
    Breakfast

  4. Morning tour of the Angkor Wat temple complex. In the afternoon, you can continue touring Angkor Wat or have free time to explore Siem Reap. We recommend an evening massage or spa treatment after a long day of sightseeing.

    Altitude
    20 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 3–4 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Siem Reap
    Meals
    Breakfast

  5. Morning flight to Saigon. You are met on arrival and check in to your hotel. Free afternoon. We recommend shopping and trying the local food, and there is also a night market.

    Altitude
    20 m
    On foot
    None, flight day
    Night in
    Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City
    Meals
    Breakfast

  6. Morning trip to the Mekong Delta and an afternoon tour of the city's main landmarks. We recommend trying the local fruit, honey and sweets in the Mekong Delta.

    Altitude
    20 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City
    Meals
    Breakfast

  7. Morning flight to Da Nang and drive to Hoi An. Afternoon walking tour of historic Hoi An.

    Altitude
    5 m−15 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Hoi An
    Meals
    Breakfast

  8. Walking tour of historic Hoi An. We recommend trying the local coffee with seasonal fruit at a café by the river.

    Altitude
    5 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Hoi An
    Meals
    Breakfast

  9. Morning drive to Hue, stopping at sites along the way. You check in to your hotel on arrival. Free evening to explore Hue on your own.

    Altitude
    10 m+5 m
    On foot
    None, 3–4 hr drive
    Night in
    Hotel, Hue
    Meals
    Breakfast

  10. Morning tour of the main landmarks of Hue. Afternoon drive to Da Nang and flight to Hanoi.

    Altitude
    20 m+10 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Hanoi
    Meals
    Breakfast

  11. An early morning walk around the city centre, followed by a morning tour of the main landmarks of Hanoi. Free time for shopping or exploring the city on your own. We recommend coffee at a local coffee shop (you might try Chon coffee).

    Altitude
    20 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Hanoi
    Meals
    Breakfast

  12. Morning drive to Halong Bay. Boat trip with lunch around Halong Bay and a visit to the limestone caves. Return to Hanoi in the evening.

    Altitude
    20 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 1–2 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Hanoi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

  13. In the morning, you can continue touring the landmarks of Hanoi or have free time for shopping and exploring on your own. Evening flight to Yangon, Myanmar. You are met on arrival and check in to your hotel.

    Altitude
    30 m+10 m
    On foot
    Optional 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Yangon
    Meals
    Breakfast

  14. Morning tour of the Shwedagon Pagoda and selected sites around Yangon. Free evening. We recommend an evening visit to the Shwedagon Pagoda and dinner in the city centre.

    Altitude
    30 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Yangon
    Meals
    Breakfast

  15. Morning flight to Mandalay. You are met on arrival and check in to your hotel. Free afternoon to explore Mandalay.

    Altitude
    80 m+50 m
    On foot
    None, flight day
    Night in
    Hotel, Mandalay
    Meals
    Breakfast

  16. Tour of the Mandalay Palace and the landmarks of Mandalay.

    Altitude
    80 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Mandalay
    Meals
    Breakfast

  17. Morning flight to Bagan. You are met on arrival and check in to your hotel. A short tour of some of the temples, pagodas and stupas of Bagan. Weather permitting, you watch the sunset over Bagan.

    Altitude
    50 m−30 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 1–2 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Bagan
    Meals
    Breakfast

  18. Weather permitting, an early start to watch the sunrise over Bagan. Full-day tour of the temples, pagodas and stupas of Bagan, with a stop at a lacquerware workshop.

    Altitude
    50 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 3–4 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Bagan
    Meals
    Breakfast

  19. Morning flight to Heho and drive to Nyaungshwe, then a boat ride to the hotel on Inle Lake, stopping at sites along the way. You check in to your hotel on arrival.

    Altitude
    880 m (2,890 ft)+830 m
    On foot
    Easy walking, 1–2 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Inle Lake
    Meals
    Breakfast

  20. Full-day tour of the floating farms and villages on Inle Lake, with opportunities for shopping and trying the local food.

    Altitude
    880 m (2,890 ft)
    On foot
    Easy walking, 1–2 hrs
    Night in
    Hotel, Inle Lake
    Meals
    Breakfast

  21. Early morning boat trip to Nyaungshwe, drive to Heho, flight to Yangon and connecting flight to Bangkok. You are met on arrival and check in to your hotel. Free time for shopping and exploring Bangkok. The shopping districts stay open late.

    Altitude
    2 m−878 m
    On foot
    None, flight day
    Night in
    Hotel, Bangkok
    Meals
    Breakfast

  22. Departure.

    Altitude
    2 m
    On foot
    None, departure day
    Night in
    No overnight
    Meals
    Breakfast

What's included

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A look at the trail, the villages and the mountains.

Reviews

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Kathmandu, Pokhara, Dhampus, Chitwan Park,

June 2012, Tripadvisor

This is my first time to Nepal. I wish it to not be my last. My experience is one I shall never forget and I am thankful to have picked Earthbound as my guide. I found them on the internet much as you are reading this. Rest assured, you will be as excited as you want to be in your endeavors whichever they shall be. Mine was I am afraid of heights. I chose an "easy" trek. There's a couple of spots on the way to Dhampus that were how shall I say.... scary to me. My guide Mahendra was with me every step of the way assuring me of my safety. He went from being my guide to an honest to goodness friend. All my personal guides were expert, courteous and willing to go way out of their way to make sure I had fun, was safe and would be happy with my trip. Chitwan park is a must see. It will be a life experience for you. Everything that Mr. Rajan set up for me was absolutely first rate. I cannot recommend Earthbound enough. I can honestly say I trusted them with my life and they made sure I was safe all the way. My drivers were courteous and when told I was afraid of heights, drove in such a way as to minimize my discomfort. That is about as custom tailored as it gets. You will not be disappointed. And you will be as safe as possible under the conditions you choose. These are a very strong people. Choose your trip with YOU in mind. They are used to the altitudes, climates, and hard labor. Your only limiting factor will be you.

RickGrahamRead on Tripadvisor

Kathmandu, Pokhara, Dhampus, Chitwan Park,

June 2012, Tripadvisor

This is my first time to Nepal. I wish it to not be my last. My experience is one I shall never forget and I am thankful to have picked Earthbound as my guide. I found them on the internet much as you are reading this. Rest assured, you will be as excited as you want to be in your endeavors whichever they shall be. Mine was I am afraid of heights. I chose an "easy" trek. There's a couple of spots on the way to Dhampus that were how shall I say.... scary to me. My guide Mahendra was with me every step of the way assuring me of my safety. He went from being my guide to an honest to goodness friend. All my personal guides were expert, courteous and willing to go way out of their way to make sure I had fun, was safe and would be happy with my trip. Chitwan park is a must see. It will be a life experience for you. Everything that Mr. Rajan set up for me was absolutely first rate. I cannot recommend Earthbound enough. I can honestly say I trusted them with my life and they made sure I was safe all the way. My drivers were courteous and when told I was afraid of heights, drove in such a way as to minimize my discomfort. That is about as custom tailored as it gets. You will not be disappointed. And you will be as safe as possible under the conditions you choose. These are a very strong people. Choose your trip with YOU in mind. They are used to the altitudes, climates, and hard labor. Your only limiting factor will be you.

RickGrahamRead on Tripadvisor

Simply Amazing

June 2012, Tripadvisor

When I embarked on my hiking trip to Nepal I was expecting to find a beautiful scenario, a fascinating landscape and perhaps some energetic vibe to bring back home with me... Well, that's been only the beginning as what made the trip even more special has been the enchanting and amazing service received throughout our journey thanks to Rajan and the Hearthbound Expeditions who meticulously planned every single venue, and our lovely guide Bharat and porter who looked after us on our trek of the Annapurna. I loved the all experience and I will definitely be back soon!

Katia PRead on Tripadvisor

Simply Amazing

June 2012, Tripadvisor

When I embarked on my hiking trip to Nepal I was expecting to find a beautiful scenario, a fascinating landscape and perhaps some energetic vibe to bring back home with me... Well, that's been only the beginning as what made the trip even more special has been the enchanting and amazing service received throughout our journey thanks to Rajan and the Hearthbound Expeditions who meticulously planned every single venue, and our lovely guide Bharat and porter who looked after us on our trek of the Annapurna. I loved the all experience and I will definitely be back soon!

Katia PRead on Tripadvisor

Wonderful trip with excellent service

May 2012, Tripadvisor

I had a wonderful trip, I could not ask for more, Earthbound expeditions has made this trip a memorable one for me. From my tour to KTM, Pokhara, trek to Ghandruk, Chitwan to Bhaktapur. The guide that took me all around KTM and Bhaktapur is knowledgeable and provided a lot of information including the present situation happening in Nepal. Rajan was very responsive in all my communications with him, answering my queries and providing suggestions that will suit me. He even personally picked me up from my trip from Chitwan. My guide Arjun was simply the best, making sure I am safe and waiting patiently as I take my time admiring the surroundings and the people. Thanks Rajan and Arjun for your excellent service!

Carmen LSingapore, SingaporeRead on Tripadvisor

Wonderful trip with excellent service

May 2012, Tripadvisor

I had a wonderful trip, I could not ask for more, Earthbound expeditions has made this trip a memorable one for me. From my tour to KTM, Pokhara, trek to Ghandruk, Chitwan to Bhaktapur. The guide that took me all around KTM and Bhaktapur is knowledgeable and provided a lot of information including the present situation happening in Nepal. Rajan was very responsive in all my communications with him, answering my queries and providing suggestions that will suit me. He even personally picked me up from my trip from Chitwan. My guide Arjun was simply the best, making sure I am safe and waiting patiently as I take my time admiring the surroundings and the people. Thanks Rajan and Arjun for your excellent service!

Carmen LSingapore, SingaporeRead on Tripadvisor

FANTASTIC! LOOK NO FURTHER THAN EARTHBOUND EXPEDITIONS

December 2011, Tripadvisor

Dear intrepid traveler! I can imagine your "dilemma": you want to have an awesome time in one of the most beautiful countries in the world ... but you need help and a great contact to 'make it happen'. After traveling around the world to 67 countries, I think I know a bit about what I say when I confidently advise the following: "JUST GO WITH RAJAN, PRESIDENT OF EARTHBOUND EXPEDITIONS!" You will not be dissapointed in ANY way. E-mail communication from Rajan and his team is five-stars, his charges are VERY fair, and he makes the time to welcome you, personally. In summary, memories of Nepal were awesome ... and thigns went smoothly because I booked, well, with the best.

Simon ABillings, MontanaRead on Tripadvisor

FANTASTIC! LOOK NO FURTHER THAN EARTHBOUND EXPEDITIONS

December 2011, Tripadvisor

Dear intrepid traveler! I can imagine your "dilemma": you want to have an awesome time in one of the most beautiful countries in the world ... but you need help and a great contact to 'make it happen'. After traveling around the world to 67 countries, I think I know a bit about what I say when I confidently advise the following: "JUST GO WITH RAJAN, PRESIDENT OF EARTHBOUND EXPEDITIONS!" You will not be dissapointed in ANY way. E-mail communication from Rajan and his team is five-stars, his charges are VERY fair, and he makes the time to welcome you, personally. In summary, memories of Nepal were awesome ... and thigns went smoothly because I booked, well, with the best.

Simon ABillings, MontanaRead on Tripadvisor

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