43 days in Southeast Asia Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Asia holiday planner
Start: Manchester, United Kingdom
Fly
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Hanoi, Vietnam
— 5 nights
Drive
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Sapa, Vietnam
— 2 nights
Drive
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Ninh Binh, Vietnam
— 3 nights
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Bus to Tuan Chau Island, Drive to Ha Long Bai Chay, Ferry to Halong Bay
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Halong Bay, Vietnam
— 4 nights
Ferry to Cat Ba Town, Fly to Ubud
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Ubud, Indonesia
— 6 nights
Taxi to Padang Bai, Ferry to Gili Air
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Gili Air, Indonesia
— 4 nights
Unknown
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Kuching, Malaysia
— 3 nights
Fly
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Semporna, Malaysia
— 2 nights
Drive
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Sukau, Malaysia
— 1 night
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Sandakan, Malaysia
— 1 night
Drive
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Sepilok, Malaysia
— 1 night
Fly
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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
— 3 nights
Fly to Mactan Cebu International Airport, Drive to Lapu Lapu
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Lapu Lapu, Philippines
— 5 nights
Drive
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Cebu City, Philippines
— 2 nights
Fly
End: Manchester, United Kingdom
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Hanoi, Vietnam — 5 nights

Hanoi is known for historic sites, spas, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: visit Old Quarter, look for gifts at Tired City Dinh Tien Hoang, explore the activities along Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.
To find maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Hanoi day trip tool.
Manchester, UK to Hanoi is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Manchester to Hanoi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) early enough to drive to Sapa.
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To find maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Hanoi day trip tool.
Manchester, UK to Hanoi is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Manchester to Hanoi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) early enough to drive to Sapa.
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Sapa, Vietnam — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sat): take in the awesome beauty at Y Linh Ho, then take in the awesome beauty at Fansipan Mountain, and then wander the streets of Hang Da Village. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Sun): appreciate the views at Muong Hoa Valley, then stroll through Si Trekking Sa Pa, and then look for gifts at Indigo Cat.
To see ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Sapa trip maker.
You can drive from Hanoi to Sapa in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Ninh Binh.
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To see ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Sapa trip maker.
You can drive from Hanoi to Sapa in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Ninh Binh.
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Ninh Binh, Vietnam — 3 nights
Step out of Ninh Binh with an excursion to Bai Dinh Pagoda in Gia Sinh--about 34 minutes away. The adventure continues: explore the fascinating underground world of Trang An Grottoes, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and don't miss a visit to Bich Dong Pagoda.
To see ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Ninh Binh trip planner.
You can drive from Sapa to Ninh Binh in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of car, flight, and bus. In September in Ninh Binh, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 29°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can travel to Halong Bay.
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To see ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Ninh Binh trip planner.
You can drive from Sapa to Ninh Binh in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of car, flight, and bus. In September in Ninh Binh, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 29°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can travel to Halong Bay.
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Halong Bay, Vietnam — 4 nights

Go for a jaunt from Halong Bay to Cat Ba to see Cat Ba Island about 3 hours away. And it doesn't end there: explore the activities along Hạ Long Bay, explore the fascinating underground world of Sung Sot Cave, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and find something for the whole family at Sun World Ha Long Complex.
To see other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Halong Bay trip website.
Do a combination of bus, car, and ferry from Ninh Binh to Halong Bay in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry. You will leave for Ubud on the 24th (Sun).
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To see other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Halong Bay trip website.
Do a combination of bus, car, and ferry from Ninh Binh to Halong Bay in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry. You will leave for Ubud on the 24th (Sun).
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Ubud, Indonesia — 6 nights

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Ubud: Kuta (Parasailing & Paragliding, Waterbom Bali, &more), Canggu Avenue (in Canggu) and Tanah Lot Temple (in Beraban). There's still lots to do: stroll through Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, see Off-Road Tours, take in the spiritual surroundings of Saraswati Temple, and make a trip to Tegalalang Rice Terrace.
For ratings, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Ubud online tour itinerary maker.
Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Halong Bay to Ubud takes 15 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Halong Bay to Ubud. September in Ubud sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 27°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can travel to Gili Air.
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For ratings, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Ubud online tour itinerary maker.
Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Halong Bay to Ubud takes 15 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Halong Bay to Ubud. September in Ubud sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 27°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can travel to Gili Air.
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Gili Air, Indonesia — 4 nights
Get out of town with these interesting Gili Air side-trips: Nature & Wildlife Tours (in Mataram) and Walking tours (in Senaru). There's still lots to do: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, and stop by Lizzy Darling Jewelry.
To see more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Gili Air trip planner.
Getting from Ubud to Gili Air by combination of taxi and ferry takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in September, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) so you can travel to Kuching.
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To see more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Gili Air trip planner.
Getting from Ubud to Gili Air by combination of taxi and ferry takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in September, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) so you can travel to Kuching.
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Kuching, Malaysia — 3 nights

Cat City
Spend the 5th (Thu) exploring nature at Bako National Park. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Sarawak Cultural Village, see the interesting displays at Sarawak Museum, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and take a leisurely stroll along Kuching Waterfront.
To see where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Kuching trip itinerary planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gili Air to Kuching. In October, daytime highs in Kuching are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Semporna.
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To see where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Kuching trip itinerary planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gili Air to Kuching. In October, daytime highs in Kuching are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Semporna.
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Semporna, Malaysia — 2 nights

On the 8th (Sun), indulge in some personalized pampering at Little Village Spa and then steep yourself in history at Bukit Tengkorak (Skull Hill). On the 9th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Sipadan National Park.
For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Semporna trip itinerary planning app.
Traveling by flight from Kuching to Semporna takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) so you can go by car to Sukau.
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For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Semporna trip itinerary planning app.
Traveling by flight from Kuching to Semporna takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) so you can go by car to Sukau.
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Sukau, Malaysia — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Tue): stroll through Kinabatangan Jungle Camp.
For photos, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Sukau trip planning tool.
You can drive from Semporna to Sukau in 4 hours. In October, daytime highs in Sukau are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Tue) to allow time for travel to Sandakan.
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For photos, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Sukau trip planning tool.
You can drive from Semporna to Sukau in 4 hours. In October, daytime highs in Sukau are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Tue) to allow time for travel to Sandakan.
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Sandakan, Malaysia — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 11th (Wed): stroll through Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC), learn more about the world around you at Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Sandakan trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Sukau to Sandakan. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in October, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel to Sepilok.
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To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Sandakan trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Sukau to Sandakan. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in October, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel to Sepilok.
Find places to stay Oct 10 — 11:
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Sepilok, Malaysia — 1 night

On the 12th (Thu), stroll through Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
To find reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read Sepilok road trip tool.
Explore your travel options from Sandakan to Sepilok with the Route module. In October in Sepilok, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 28°C at night. On the 12th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Kota Kinabalu.
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To find reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read Sepilok road trip tool.
Explore your travel options from Sandakan to Sepilok with the Route module. In October in Sepilok, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 28°C at night. On the 12th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Kota Kinabalu.
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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia — 3 nights
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Kota Kinabalu is known for nature, shopping, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Kinabalu, get up close to creatures of the deep with Glass Bottom Boat Tours, and step off the mainland to explore Manukan Island.
To find ratings, photos, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Kota Kinabalu trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Sepilok to Kota Kinabalu takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 28°C. On the 15th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Lapu Lapu.
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To find ratings, photos, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Kota Kinabalu trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Sepilok to Kota Kinabalu takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 28°C. On the 15th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Lapu Lapu.
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Lapu Lapu, Philippines — 5 nights

Lapu Lapu is known for wildlife, sightseeing, and spas. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: meet some fierce fish with allblue Scuba& Marine Sports Club, buy something for everyone on your list at Super Metro Lapu-Lapu, stroll through San Vicente Marine Sanctuary, and glide through the air with NTJ Watersports Cebu.
For other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read our Lapu Lapu day trip tool.
Explore your travel options from Kota Kinabalu to Lapu Lapu with the Route module. In October, daily temperatures in Lapu Lapu can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Cebu City.
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For other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read our Lapu Lapu day trip tool.
Explore your travel options from Kota Kinabalu to Lapu Lapu with the Route module. In October, daily temperatures in Lapu Lapu can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Cebu City.
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Find places to stay Oct 15 — 20:
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Cebu City, Philippines — 2 nights
Queen City of the South
On the 21st (Sat), admire the sheer force of Inambakan Falls, then contemplate the long history of Magellan's Cross, then see the interesting displays at Basilica del Santo Nino, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Carmelite Monastery Cebu City.
To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Cebu City trip builder website.
Cebu City is just a short distance from Lapu Lapu. In October, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 29°C. On the 22nd (Sun), you're off to home.
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To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Cebu City trip builder website.
Cebu City is just a short distance from Lapu Lapu. In October, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 29°C. On the 22nd (Sun), you're off to home.
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A long, thin island with a mountainous backbone running through its core, Cebu Island offers scenic nature and pristine beaches. Hikes in the hills offer fabulous views of waterfalls and the distant ocean amid lush greenery, while those who prefer urban entertainment can enjoy the bustle of the provincial capital. For more adventurous visitors, things to do in Cebu Island center mainly around water sports, such as kiteboarding, windsurfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, or taking a boat trip to look for whale sharks. History buffs will enjoy visiting a Portuguese-built Catholic church and then a shrine dedicated to the chieftain who killed Magellan.