60 days in Asia Itinerary

Rocky cliffs and sandy bays draw visitors looking for a action along the coastal area in Bophut, where diving and snorkeling opportunitys abound.

Step off the beaten path and head to Wat Plai Laem and Scuba & Snorkeling. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Maenam Beach and Thong Takhian Beach (Silver Beach). There's still lots to do: stroll through Samui Elephant Sanctuary, indulge in some personalized pampering at SALA Spa Chaweng, see Off-Road Tours, and look for gifts at Classic International Suits.

To see where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Bophut travel route planning app.

Colombo, Sri Lanka to Bophut is an approximately 9-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Colombo to Bophut is 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in July, and nighttime lows around 31°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) to allow time to fly to Krabi Town.

Krabi Town takes you away from the bustle of coastal beach resorts in this region.

We've included these beaches for you: PhraNang Cave Beach and Railay Beach. Discover out-of-the-way places like Phi Phi Diving and Phang Nga Elephant Park. The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Tiger Cave Temple (Wat Tham Suea), step off the mainland to explore Bamboo Island, relax and rejuvenate at Royal Palm Spa, and surround yourself with nature on Aonang Elephant Sanctuary.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Krabi Town trip planner.

Fly from Bophut to Krabi Town in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of car and ferry. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Bophut in July since evenings lows in Krabi Town dip to 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a shuttle to Patong.

Take advantage of nighttime entertainment and daytime relaxation on a Patong vacation.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket Offices and Phuket 3D Museum. You'll get in some beach time at Nai Harn Beach and Freedom Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Patong: Promthep Cape (in Rawai) and Phuket Elephant Park (in Pa Khlok). Next up on the itinerary: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, take a leisurely stroll along A&F Tour Travel, indulge in some personalized pampering at Banyan Tree Spa Phuket, and get great views at Karon Viewpoint.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Patong road trip planning website.

Traveling by shuttle from Krabi Town to Patong takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in July, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can travel to Siem Reap.

Once a small village in northwest Cambodia, Siem Reap now serves as a gateway to the Angkor region's World Heritage-listed temple and other attractions.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Preah Khan and Angkor National Museum. Do some cultural sightseeing at Angkor Wat and Cambodia Landmine Museum. Spend the 13th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ta Prohm, contemplate the long history of Angkor Thom, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and explore the ancient world of Bayon Temple.

For ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Siem Reap trip website.

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Patong to Siem Reap in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Siem Reap can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 29°C. You will have some time to spend on the 15th (Sat) before leaving for Denpasar.

A trip to Denpasar takes visitors to the capital of Bali and the gateway to the island.

Relax by the water at Nusa Dua Beach and Pantai Sanur. Explore hidden gems such as Scuba & Snorkeling and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Get out of town with these interesting Denpasar side-trips: Ubud (Saraswati Temple, Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, &more), Tanah Lot Temple (in Beraban) and Pandawa Beach (in Kuta). Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Museum PASIFIKA, explore the galleries of Reservoart, kick back and relax at Karang Beach, and stroll through Mason Elephant Park.

For ratings, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Denpasar trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Siem Reap to Denpasar takes 11 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Siem Reap to Denpasar is 1 hour. Traveling from Siem Reap in July, expect nights in Denpasar to be about the same, around 28°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 34°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) so you can travel to Nusa Penida.

The bounty of pristine white-sand beaches and turquoise lagoons bordered by emerald green hills, unique cliff formations, and colorful reefs is what draws most travelers to Nusa Penida.

On the 21st (Fri), tour the pleasant surroundings at Kelingking Beach and then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: head off the coast to Nusa Penida Island.

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Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Denpasar to Nusa Penida takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Sat) to allow time for travel to Pemuteran.

The small fishing village of Pemuteran, just off the west coast of Bali, has become a popular tourism destination among domestic and international visitors for its scenic, pristine beaches and vibrant local community.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): explore the gorgeous colors at Menjangan Island and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

To find more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Pemuteran travel planner.

Getting from Nusa Penida to Pemuteran by combination of ferry and car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry, bus, and taxi. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to travel to Labuan Bajo.

A trip to Labuan Bajo, an idyllic fishing village at the northwestern tip of Flores, offers the chance to unwind and experience traditional life without sacrificing comfort.

On the 24th (Mon), discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour and then step off the mainland to explore Padar Island. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Tue): get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

To see reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Labuan Bajo trip planning tool.

Traveling by combination of taxi and flight from Pemuteran to Labuan Bajo takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, ferry, and train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Kyoto.

The national capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto retains much of the charm of old Japan, boasting numerous temples and shrines that seem completely untouched by the modern world.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Sanjusangendo Temple. Discover out-of-the-way places like Mimurotoji Temple and Byodoin. There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ginkakuji Temple, sample some tasty brews at Kyoto Insider Sake Experience, and take in the pleasant sights at Arashiyama.

To find maps, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read Kyoto day trip planning app.

Traveling by flight from Labuan Bajo to Kyoto takes 16 hours. The time zone changes from Central Indonesia Time (WITA) to Japan Standard Time (JST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In July in Kyoto, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) early enough to fly to Seoul.

One of east Asia's major cultural and financial centers, Seoul boasts five World Heritage Sites and a huge selection of museums, temples, shrines, palaces, parks, gardens, and glass-and-steel skyscrapers.

Step off the beaten path and head to Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Changdeokgung Palace and Myeongdong Shopping Street. Step out of Seoul to go to Paju and see DMZ Haemaru Village, which is approximately 1h 25 min away. There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of National Museum of Korea, make a trip to Jongmyo Shrine, steep yourself in history at Dongdaemun Gate (Heunginjimun), and see the interesting displays at National Folk Museum of Korea.

To find ratings, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Seoul trip maker app.

You can fly from Kyoto to Seoul in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. July in Seoul sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 27°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) early enough to fly to Beijing.

As the political and cultural capital of China, Beijing stands at the heart of Chinese history, buzzing with the energy of its high population density and centuries of importance.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple (Yonghegong). Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace (Yiheyuan). And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at The Palace Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling), delve into the distant past at Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan), and take some stellar pictures from Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang).

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Beijing road trip planning site.

Getting from Seoul to Beijing by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of subway, ferry, and train; or do a combination of bus and ferry. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Seoul to Beijing due to the time zone difference. In August, daily temperatures in Beijing can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Manali.

People visit Manali for a number of reasons, but all of them revolve around the landscape.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Gurudwara Shri Manikaran Sahib and Hidimba Devi Temple. Explore hidden gems such as Rohtang Pass and Krishna Temple. And it doesn't end there: explore the activities along Beas River, get engrossed in the history at International Roerich Memorial Trust, discover the deep blue sea with Riding Solo, and take in the dramatic scenery at Jogini Waterfall.

For where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Manali trip planning tool.

Getting from Beijing to Manali by flight takes about 17.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and car. You'll gain 2.5 hours traveling from Beijing to Manali due to the time zone difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Leh.

The former capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh, Leh possesses a historic old town area marked by stupas, monasteries, and traditional mud-brick houses.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Hall of Fame and Gurudwara Shri Pathar Sahib. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Shanti Stupa and Hemis Monastery. Explore Leh's surroundings by going to Likir Gompa (in Likir) and Alchi Monastery (in Alchi). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thiksey Monastery, see the interesting displays at Stok Palace Museum, pause for some photo ops at Shey Monastery, and make a trip to Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers.

To find reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Leh trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Manali to Leh in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight. On the 16th (Wed), you'll travel to Eilat.

At the northern extreme of the Red Sea sits Eilat, a resort town popular with domestic and international tourists.

On the 17th (Thu), enjoy the sand and surf at Dolphin Reef, then explore the gorgeous colors at Coral Beach Nature Reserve, then get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Underwater Observatory Marine Park, and finally discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

To see maps, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read Eilat trip itinerary builder site.

Fly from Leh to Eilat in 15.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Leh to Eilat is minus 3.5 hours. August in Eilat sees daily highs of 47°C and lows of 33°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Jerusalem.

Few places in the world boast such a long history and such a rich multiethnic culture as Jerusalem, a city sacred to Jews, Muslims, and Christians.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Hezekiah's Tunnel - Siloam Tunnel and Tayelet. Explore hidden gems such as Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center and Jewish Quarter. Explore Jerusalem's surroundings by going to Tel Aviv (ANU - Museum of the Jewish People, Neve Tzedek, &more) and Jaffa Old City (in Jaffa). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at The Israel Museum, Jerusalem, wander the streets of Old City of Jerusalem, tour the pleasant surroundings at Garden of Gethsemane, and take in the spiritual surroundings of The Western Wall Tunnels.

For ratings, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read our Jerusalem trip itinerary maker tool.

Getting from Eilat to Jerusalem by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Eilat in August, expect Jerusalem to be little chillier, temps between 38°C and 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can fly to Dubai.

Take a holiday in Dubai to experience a mix of excitement, entertainment, and relaxation.

Get some cultural insight at Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort and OliOli. Explore hidden gems such as Al Montazah Parks and Room Escape Games. There's much more to do: get outside with Outdoor Activities, browse the different shops at The Dubai Mall, soak in style at Turkish baths, and enjoy the sand and surf at Marina Beach.

To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Dubai trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Jerusalem to Dubai by flight takes about 6.5 hours. Traveling from Jerusalem to Dubai, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Jerusalem in August, with highs in Dubai at 49°C and lows at 38°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) so you can drive to Abu Dhabi.

Take a trip to Abu Dhabi to discover a modern metropolis built on a strip of land jutting out into the Persian Gulf.

Step off the beaten path and head to Louvre Abu Dhabi and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. Get a sense of the local culture at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital. There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Qasr Al Watan, take in the pleasant sights at The Corniche, kick back and relax at Corniche Beach, and don't miss a visit to Observation Deck at 300.

To see photos, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Abu Dhabi road trip site.

Traveling by car from Dubai to Abu Dhabi takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of subway and bus; or fly. In August, daytime highs in Abu Dhabi are 50°C, while nighttime lows are 37°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.