1-Month+ Asia Tour Packages
Dreaming of Asia? One month across Asia's is truly transformative, from exploring multiple countries from India to Japan, visiting megacities and rural villages, discovering temples and beaches, experiencing diverse cultures, and meeting travelers from everywhere. Sample cuisines that change by country, see Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam coexist, and have your perspective on everything altered. Asia is life-changing.
Insider tips: Recommended 1-month+ Asia tour itineraries
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14 Day Southeast Asia Itinerary, incl. Bangkok and Siem Reap
A 30-day route covers 18 cities across Asia. Marvel at UNESCO sites Angkor Wat and Ha Long Bay, cruise the Mekong River, and visit ancient temples in Luang Prabang. Includes multiple street food crawls, homestays, and guided cultural tours.
- Days 1-2
Bangkok & Transit to Cambodia:
Start in Bangkok before heading to Cambodia early the next morning. The border crossing at Poipet takes 3-4 hours. Getting there early helps you avoid crowds, and remember to bring USD for your Cambodian visa. A recent traveler shared: "The border can be chaotic but our guide knew exactly which counters to visit and helped us avoid the visa scams."
- Days 3-4
Siem Reap & Angkor Wat:
Get up at 4:30 AM to catch the famous Angkor Wat sunrise. Bring a light jacket since mornings can be cool. Take your time exploring the temple complex, with breaks during the hottest parts of the day. In the evening, check out the night markets and Pub Street. Make time for Phare, a unique circus featuring talented local performers.
- Days 5-6
Phnom Penh:
Take a 6-hour bus to Cambodia's capital. Visit the Killing Fields early in the morning to avoid the heat. The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda look beautiful in late afternoon light. Try the food along Street 240, especially the local coconut curry.
- Days 7-8
Ho Chi Minh City:
Enter Vietnam (you'll need your visa arranged beforehand) and explore the city's vibrant streets. One visitor noted: "The Ben Thanh Market is overwhelming at first but go early around 7 AM before tourist crowds and you'll find the best local breakfast spots hidden in the back corners."
- Days 9-10
Nha Trang:
Take an overnight train (10-11 hours) to this coastal city. Book an early boat trip for snorkeling around the coral reefs. Visit the mud baths right when they open at 7 AM to beat the crowds. The street food along Tran Phu Beach is excellent for dinner.
- Days 11-12
Hoi An:
Another overnight train brings you to this beautiful town. Allow at least 24 hours for custom-made clothes, bike to An Bang Beach, and walk through the Ancient Town at night when lanterns light up the streets. Take a cooking class at Oodles of Noodles, which helps train local youth.
- Days 13-14
Huế:
It's a 4-hour drive north through the Hai Van Pass. Sit on the right side for the best views. See the Imperial City in the morning before it gets too hot. Take a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River at sunset. End your trip with an overnight train to Hanoi or fly out from Huế.
14 Days in Southeast Asia, incl. Bangkok and Hanoi
An extensive 29-day tour spans 14 cities across Asia, covering 4,000+ kilometers. Highlights include overnight trains through Thailand, Mekong River cruises, Ha Long Bay sailing, and UNESCO sites like Angkor Wat. Features stops at community projects and local villages.
- Days 1-2
Bangkok
Start your journey in Thailand's vibrant capital. Visit Wat Po in the morning before 8:30 AM to avoid the crowds then explore the Grand Palace. Consider a longtail boat trip through the klongs. As one traveler noted: "Getting to see the klongs by longtail boat gave us a totally different perspective of the city than just walking around." Take an overnight train to Chiang Mai and book a lower berth for extra space.
- Days 3-4
Chiang Mai
Walk through the Old City temples early before it gets hot. Sign up for a cooking class which most travelers say is a highlight of their trip. Visit Doi Suthep temple around sunset for great views. One reviewer shared: "The evening food market near the North Gate was incredible - try the khao soi from the stall with the yellow awning."
- Days 5-6
Luang Prabang
Take a 2-hour flight from Chiang Mai. Watch the morning alms ceremony but bring something warm to wear. Visit Kuang Si Falls early in the day before crowds arrive. A traveler advised: "The stairs to the top pool are slippery - wear proper shoes, not flip-flops."
- Days 7-8
Vang Vieng
Take the high-speed train from Luang Prabang which takes about 4 hours. Remember no aerosols or liquids are allowed on board. The dramatic karst scenery makes this spot perfect for outdoor activities. "The kayaking was peaceful in the morning but got busy with party tubes by afternoon," noted one reviewer.
- Days 9-10
Hanoi
Fly to Vietnam's capital. Get a paper map to navigate the Old Quarter since Google Maps isn't always reliable here. Visit Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum before 10:30 AM when it closes. Book tickets in advance for the water puppet show at Thang Long Theatre.
- Days 11-12
Halong Bay
Take a 4-hour bus ride to reach the bay. Book a 2-day cruise to see the less crowded areas. As one traveler mentioned: "The smaller boats can access caves and inlets the big ones can't reach." Bring motion sickness medicine if needed.
- Days 13-14
Back to Bangkok
Take a 2.5-hour flight from Hanoi. On your last day visit Chatuchak Weekend Market if it's open or spend time in air-conditioned malls if the heat is too much. A traveler tip: "The Airport Link train is faster than taxis during Bangkok's rush hours (7-9 AM and 4-7 PM)."
31 Day Southeast Asia Itinerary, incl. Bangkok and Hanoi
The 31-day circuit features 12 Asian cities, from Bangkok's temples to Siem Reap's ancient ruins. Participate in 42 activities across 4 countries, visiting elephant sanctuaries, Halong Bay cruises, and Angkor Wat sunrise tours. Transportation includes sleeper buses and internal flights.
- Days 1-2
Bangkok
Start in Thailand's capital with a tuk-tuk tour of the city. "The night tuk-tuk tour past Bangkok's illuminated landmarks was the perfect way to beat jet lag." Visit Wat Pho and the Grand Palace before 8:30 AM to avoid crowds and heat.
- Days 3-6
Chiang Mai
Take the overnight train north (13 hours). Your time here includes visits to ethical elephant sanctuaries and jungle treks. "The elephant sanctuary was incredibly educational—bring quick-dry clothes as you'll get muddy helping them bathe!" Visit Doi Suthep temple by songthaew early to avoid afternoon storms.
- Days 7-9
Luang Prabang
A short flight brings you to this UNESCO town. Watch the daily alms ceremony at 5:30 AM. Bring a shawl for cool mornings. Take a boat to Kuang Si Falls before 11 AM to beat tour buses. Sit near the front if you get motion sick during the bumpy 1-hour ride.
- Days 10-11
Vang Vieng
Take a 6-hour bus to this adventure spot. Visit the Blue Lagoon before 1 PM to avoid crowds. Tubing the Nam Song River takes 3-4 hours. Only rent from licensed vendors and keep valuables in waterproof bags.
- Days 12-14
Hanoi & Halong Bay
Fly to Hanoi (2 hours). Walk on the inside of sidewalks in the Old Quarter to avoid motorbikes. Book a reliable Halong Bay cruise. The 4-hour drive is rough but the views make up for it.
- Days 15-17
Phong Nha
Take an overnight bus. Paradise Cave needs decent fitness levels. The steps get slippery and the cave system is humid, so bring water.
- Days 18-19
Hoi An
Perfect for tailored clothes but plan for 3 fittings. Check the lunar calendar as full moons bring high tides that can flood the Ancient Town.
- Days 20-22
Ho Chi Minh City
Fly south (1.5 hours). Skip Cu Chi Tunnels if tight spaces bother you. Visit the War Remnants Museum early when you're mentally fresh.
- Days 23-24
Phnom Penh
Enter Cambodia (bring USD for visa on arrival). Visit S21 Prison and the Killing Fields but plan something lighter afterward. "The sunset river cruise helped process the emotional weight of visiting S21."
- Days 25-28
Siem Reap
Take a 6-hour bus. Leave at 4:30 AM for Angkor Wat sunrise to get a good spot. Pack a headlamp and grippy shoes for the worn temple stairs.
- Days 29-31
Bangkok
An 8-hour bus completes your loop. Border lines can be long. Fill your last days at Chatuchak Weekend Market or take an Ayutthaya day trip.
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What people love about 1-month+ Asia tours
- Southeast Asia Discovery: Seasides and Street Food
Great tour, great scenery. It won't include much nature, mostly cities/towns/villages. Definitely at least once in a lifetime trip with many memorable moments - sunsets, beaches, lively towns, historic sites like Bayon temple (loved it!), massive caves like I haven't seen before, really beautiful sunset scenery when paragliding, gorgeous mountains you get to climb etc. It was really great. The accommodations will be very basic but expected given the price. It'll be very active as you'll be spending a lot of time on the road every 1-2 days, perhaps a "chill" day every few days would make the trip less exhausting, especially when you're doing this for a whole month, as you'll be drained by the end, not ideal! The main gripe would be the constant guilt tripping and even blatant "it's not cool to tip less than we tell you" messages from tour guides. Constant pressure to tip, which I'm ok with to an extent, but, let's be honest, the demanded tips were way too much in some cases. And the "we are very poor that's why it's your obligation to throw your hard earned money at us" speeches that would last up to an hour need to be toned down, especially when people aren't that poor, just living like everywhere else. Personally I didn't work hard to afford once in a lifetime trip to be constantly nagged and be treated like a cash cow when I've already paid and I have little doubt that generous tipping was already included in the overall cost. With that said the tour guides were overall very friendly, accommodating. Zero issues with transportation, though do be ready on occasion to be drenched in sweat the whole day and jump into a train without a shower!
- Southeast Asia Encompassed
Amazing, life changing trip. So many beautiful temples, so much culture, vibrant cities, beautiful scenery,and an amazing group. The CEO Min was super friendly and knowledgeable. He went out of his way to ensure everyone had everything they needed and every request was met. He went above and beyond. The itinerary is well planned and really includes so much from nature to cities to culture. Never a dull moment. I took this trip in December of 2023-January of 2024 and I am now married to a person I met on that trip!
It was an incredible experience! Got to see so much and made new friends and there is no stress of organizing your own travel and accommodation! Well worth it
31-Day Southeast Asia Adventure: Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia
