24 days in Southeast Asia Itinerary

Venture out of the city with trips to Ayutthaya (Wat Ratchaburana (Temple of the Royal Restoration), Wat Maha That, &more). There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Pho, wander the streets of Khaosan Road, buy something for everyone on your list at Siam Paragon, and observe the fascinating underwater world at SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World.

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Auckland, New Zealand to Bangkok is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) to Indochina Time (ICT) is minus 5 hours. While traveling from Auckland, expect much warmer days and a bit warmer nights in Bangkok, ranging from highs of 41°C to lows of 31°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Yangon (Rangoon).

Take a break from Yangon (Rangoon) with a short trip to Bogyoke Aung San Market in Pabedan, about 36 minutes away. The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shwedagon Pagoda, pause for some photo ops at Chaukhtatgyi Buddha, soar above the sights with a balloon tour, and stroll around Kandawgyi Park.

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You can fly from Bangkok to Yangon (Rangoon) in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone difference moving from Indochina Time to Myanmar Time is minus 0.5 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Chiang Mai.

Venture out of the city with trips to Maerim Elephant Sanctuary (in Mae Rim) and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (in Doi Suthep). The adventure continues: get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, stroll through Kanta Elephant Sanctuary, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Ched Yot, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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You can fly from Yangon (Rangoon) to Chiang Mai in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone difference moving from Myanmar Time to Indochina Time is 0.5 hours. April in Chiang Mai sees daily highs of 43°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) to allow time to fly to Mai Khao.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, stroll through The Gibbon Rehabilitation Project (GRP), and then surround yourself with nature on The Lake Phuket Elephant Nursery. Here are some ideas for day two: kick back and relax at Mai Khao Beach, then get interesting insight from Paradise Diving Asia, and then stop by James Bespoke Suit.

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Fly from Chiang Mai to Mai Khao in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. While traveling from Chiang Mai, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Mai Khao, ranging from highs of 38°C to lows of 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to drive to Karon.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Karon: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket Offices (in Patong) and Green Elephant Sanctuary Park (in Choeng Thale). Next up on the itinerary: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, kick back and relax at Patong Beach, don't miss a visit to Bangla Road, and view the masterpieces at Patong Inn Art.

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Getting from Mai Khao to Karon by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a bus. In April in Karon, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.